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Daysland Class of 2024 Presenting the 2024 Daysland School Graduating Class. Story and event photos on Pages 13, 14, and 15. PHOTO PROVIDED BY SMART PHOTOGRAPHY
Spady receives King’s Counsel appointment marking long, successful career Leslie Cholowsky Editor
One hundred and three Alberta lawyers received the honourary title of King’s Counsel in March, including E. Roger Spady of Alliance. The title is given in recognition of outstanding contributions to the legal community. Spady was called to the Alberta Bar in 1976, and most recently operated his own practice in Coronation. After 48 years, he recently announced his intention to retire. The tradition of appointing lawyers to be King’s
Counsel dates back to 16th century England. In Canada, the practice predates Confederation, with the first appointees admitted in 1841. Individuals honoured with the title included lawyers from communities across the Province. The K.C. designation celebrates their achievements and encourages them to maintain the highest standards in their interactions with the courts and the public. Mickey Amery, Minister of Justice and Attorney General says, “The King’s Counsel designation is a prized distinction within the Canadian justice system. By making positive contributions to the
profession, these honourees represent the legal profession at its best.” In Alberta, King’s Counsel applications are reviewed by a committee that includes representatives from all three levels of the court system, as well as members of the Law Society of Alberta and the Alberta branch of the Canadian Bar Association. In accordance with the King’s Counsel Act, the Minister of Justice has discretion to identify additional names for appointment, which has happened historically, and again this year. The final list is then submitted to cabinet for consideration and approval.
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Old Bear Solar project at Killam now in AUC application stage schefferandrew.com It is important for residents to note that if they have any questions about the project, they can visit the Old Bear Solar website at:
www.oldbearsolar.ca/ where project studies have been updated as they have been completed. Those residents who wish to register to par-
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There are various ways residents may monitor or participate in the approval process as well as peruse additional information listed on the AUC site. The AUC web address is auc.ab.ca and the application number is 28643-A001. The application is listed under Killam (Old Bear Solar Farm). The Lead application Officer is Kloria Wen, email: kloria.wen@auc.ab.ca. The Town will share more details as this process moves forward. As the current approval process is evolving after the pause and applications from the province last year, details are still emerging regarding the approval process for new applications. Town of Killam Development Officer Lorraine Belanger has been closely monitoring the approval process. She can be reached by email at: l.belanger@
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The Town of Killam has been monitoring an application by Pace Canada LP for a 126 Acre, 21.6 MW Solar Farm to be located north of Highway 13 and west of Highway 36. The Town wants to clarify that any concerns or requests to be a registered participant in the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) approval process must be registered with AUC rather than making these through the town. The AUC eFiling System home page allows residents to register to participate in the application approval proceeding. To do so requires applicants to register in the eFiling system and then register as participants in the proceeding. Over the last year the developer has conducted three public information sessions to inform local residents of the details of the project in addition to personal contact with affected near by residents. Currently the project is now in the application stage with the AUC. Should the AUC approve the application now pending, the Town of Killam will then be obligated to approve the project within the provisions of the Town Land Use Bylaw. This will include conditions on setbacks and various development agreements regarding construction standards, road usage, and more. Should residents have questions or concerns about this project, those concerns should be forwarded directly to the AUC now during the AUC application phase as the Town’s approval will be subsequent to their decision and the Town will not legally be in a position to supersede their approval. All documents which have been submitted are on the AUC site.
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RCMP Report: Driver caught on camera illegally passing bus Friday, April 26 A truck was reported stopped in the turning lane on Highway 36 near Alliance. Member attended. The Subject had run out of gas sometime overnight. Tow company was called to assist. A report was made of a vehicle passing a bus while the lights were on. Video provided. Vehicle was ticketed. Sunday, April 28 A suspicious vehicle was reported in the ditch on Hwy 13. Members attended and the Subject had pulled over to sleep. Not criminal in nature. A report was made of a truck in the ditch attached to a U-Haul. Attempts made to contact the Registered Owner and renter of the U-Haul. Tow arranged. Subjects arrived and informed Members they had hit a moose. A report was made of truck being driven in Forestburg without a plate. Members patrolled. Vehicle not found. Alliance Fire Department called for
assistance with a tractor fire on the road. Fire was in Coronation area but Killam Members were able to attend. Upon arrival the fire was under control. A suspicious vehicle was reported with a flat tire on Highway 13. Patrols made. Vehicle located. Driver of the vehicle was wanted on warrants. Subject was arrested and held for a JIR. Later released with conditions by a Justice of the Peace. Monday, April 29 A report was made of stolen fuel from a Hyundai front loader near Amisk. Attempted theft of the loader also. No witnesses or suspects. A suspicious motorhome was reported on Twp. 444. Member attended and the vehicle was gone. No marker obtained. Motorhome was later found and towed. A break and enter was reported from an unoccupied acreage. Member attended. Lock was broken and an at-
tempt to steal fuel. No witnesses or suspects. A suspicious vehicle was reported in the middle of the road on RR 145. Vehicle has no plate, back window smashed out and front tire blown. Member attended Subject not located and vehicle was towed. Tuesday, April 30 A report was made of a suspicious person in the hallway of an apartment building trying to open doors. Member attended, checked all floors and patrols made of the area. Nothing found. A couple of reports were made of a truck that looked like it was hidden away in Daysland. Member attended. Vehicle had been reported stolen out of Camrose. Vehicle towed. Members were called out a number of times to a residence in Daysland regarding a dispute between the homeowner and a resident. Members mediating the move out of the resident.
Wednesday, May 1 A report was made of a neighbour dispute in Daysland. Subject was yelling at the Complainant and his family. This incident had happened the week before. Member attended. Subject not located. No direct threats made. A report was made of three suspicious vehicles backed into the approach on Highway 861. Vehicles were missing front bumpers, windows are smashed. Members patrolled the area. Vehicles were also seen backed into a residence. Patrols made in the area. Thursday, May 2 A break and enter was reported from an abandoned oil lease site. Not sure of the exact date of the break in. Copper wire stolen. No witnesses or suspects. Three abandoned damaged vehicles were reported north of Galahad. The vehicles were being moved by the owner to another location. Killam RCMP Detachment
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RADWAY 5Qtrs(768ac) Cattle/Grain Land at Radway! Located on Alberta’s oldest developed road the “Victoria Trail” between Radway and Waskatenau along the pristine North Saskatchewan River RR201-Twp585A, the property has beautiful sweeping River Views, Creeks, and the land has excellent developable potential for acreage subdivisions, camping spots/ATV’s, Horse Trail riding, or Golf Course potential. There is a gravel source on the property for revenue, personal use for farm operation, or for subdivision use. Come 1 hour North of Sherwood Park to view this piece of paradise, rolling land, trees, river, creeks, and home to some terrific wildlife Bear, Elk, Moose, Deer. Price $3,750,000. www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings”
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SEDGEWICK Nicely Updated Home with heated Garage in Sedgewick! Beautifully done, 2 Bedroom/4pc bath home ready to move into in Sedgewick. Ideal bachelor, couples, or Senior residence with main level bedroom, easy grade level entry into home, nice heated garage with covered outside work area. Location is excellent, only short walk to mail, shopping, and supplies. Nice Appliances and many upgrades like Kitchen, bathroom, flooring, siding metal roof, electrical and new town water line installed and newer water softener. Price 129,900. www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings” 2 acres of land in town of Sedgewick, Water/Sewer on property! Great Property treed, private spot on main road into Sedgewick with many nice acreages adjacent. Build your home, shop or business development with approval application to the town of Sedgewick. The Town has provided and indication of approval upon acceptable application for residential property this would be a great place for home with land. Level and ready to build on and had a previous older home on which was professionally removed. Revenue from Alta Linc power pole on property helps pay the taxes. Price $79,000 call Jeff for viewing.
KILLAM 8.62 Acreage, 1632 sqft home, Lakeview with RV revenue! Have your own residential acreage in Killam on this spacious 8.62ac of land, 1632sqft bungalow with 4/bdrms 2/bath, a 2007 walkout basement w/ underfloor heating and continuous hot water heating, A/C for hot summer days. The property features 15 fully serviced RV sites for a revenue source available, park and picnic area, all gravelled and nicely treed, with a lake view. Perfect for a cash retirement plan, or family that enjoys raising a family to teach them to work and be responsible for the upkeep of a nice property. Price $449,000. www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings” Excellent 48x68ft Commercial Building in Killam Located perfectly along Hwy 13 and close to Hwy 36 for excellent business exposure. Built in 1997 it has a great office front for retail, and large open shop area, separate bay for conference room, or construction booth. The door is 12ftx14ft and can be modified, if need be, roof is metal, and has a terrific mezzanine with office. Lot is large with .44acres and all gravelled for deliveries and parking. Previously woodworking, cabinet making construction shop, and the equipment is negotiable. New Appraisal $345,000 View listing at www.Jeffgolka.ca “my listings”
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Bill 20 an overreach by Province LETTER TO THE EDITOR Bill 20 is one of the most appalling pieces of legislattion I have seen in Alberta. In my opinion, the Province has no place in municipal government. But this bill essentially allows municipal councils and councillors to operate at the whim of the Provincial government, who will be able to step in at any time and amend bylaws, and even remove councillors, without clear guidelines on how that will happen. And these decisions would be made by cabinet, whose meetings are private, so instead of more transparency and oversight, there will be much less so. And when there are issues with dysfunctional municipal councils, more transparency is a clear way to go, not less. This bill also introduces the political party system to municipal government, something a majority of municipalities already said they don’t want. This new bill even bans vote counting machines. Never mind what’s happening in the US, where a voting machine manufacturer won $787M in a defamation suit against Fox News, we’re preempting that, apparently, just because some people “might” be uncomfortable with ballot counting technology. It’s proof once again that while the Province consults, it appears to not be listening to the results of those consultations. “We will only use the powers in this legislation when we have to....” Who gets to decide? That’s the crux of the matter. I shudder to think of giving any party, now or in the future, this much power at all. Thank goodness enough noise has been made already through the Rural Municipalities Association and Alberta Municipalities and concerned Albertans that Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver issued a statement Thursday indicating changes to the bill were forthcoming. “Authoritarian,” “intimidation,” and “frightening” were among the terms municipal politicians used last Friday to describe the new bill. This bill also amends the rules surrounding election campaign funds, allowing political donations all the time and once again allowing them from unions and corporate donors, thus allowing the same type of “big money forever-campaign” in provincial and federal politics to operate in cities, and eventually, towns and villages, which would be an unwelcome change. Alberta Municipalities President Tyler Gandam says, “Essentially, Bill 20 puts local governments up for sale to the highest bidder. We know this doesn’t sit well with Albertans, who have repeatedly said that ‘big money’ has no place in local politics.” It won’t matter who runs for council, because lobbyists will only have to influence party leaders. In the end, whoever wins a council seat will have to toe a party line, losing the ability to make independent decisions. Might as well vote in a Barbie doll... As Ricky Leong from the Calgary Sun says, “...On the whole, the worst thing about Bill 20 is that while it purports to strengthen local councils, it would in practice take away from electors’ rights and expectations by allowing the province to unilaterally override the actions of the officials people chose to send to city and town halls.” How can a government who rails against the feds overstepping their bounds dare to take this level of control from municipalities? This is wrong on so many levels, and Albertans need to keep a close watch on where it goes from here. LESLIE CHOLOWSKY
Share your opinion on federal tax changes Dear Editor; My name is David Wesley and I identify as a resident of Flagstaff County in the Federal Riding of Battle River-Crowfoot. This is an open letter that has been sent to our Federal Politicians including Damien Kurek, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland and my friends. Canadian taxpayers feel like Justin Trudeau’s Liberal government’s whipping boy. Our Liberal government proposes almost a $40 billion dollar deficit for the current fiscal year in the most recent budget, while increasing personal taxes of various kinds along with an increase in capital gain taxes that appear to be going to fund multi-billion dollar tax giveaways and incentives to multinational corporations such as Stellantis, Volkswagen, and Honda amoung others. The optics on this do not look like fair taxation and Chrystia Freeland has the temerity to comment that we are going to “ask taxpayers to give a little bit more.” She should have said we are “just going to take more” as I would like to assure her that Canadians do not want to “give more,” as more and more people are finding it difficult to make ends meet due to ever increasing taxes. For many people the income subject to the proposed increase in capital gains taxes will represent part of their retirement plan. There appears to be no end to the spending of taxpayer dollars by this Liberal Government. I repeatedly suggest that this government does not have a revenue problem but rather a spending problem. Previous projections and promises of much lower deficits or near balanced budgets have never materialized, and deficit spending appears to be the order of the day. Enough is enough! Email addresses for our federal politicians are easy to obtain using Google. i.e. type in ‘Justin Trudeau email address’ and his email contact information becomes available. As many Canadian taxpayers as possible should be writing our Members of Parliament, Justin Trudeau, Chrystia Freeland etc. to give them your opinion on their taxation and spending practices. Spread the information to all your email friends just like I did so that they can all do the same. Apathy obviously does not work and if citizens of this country do not voice an opinion, we will get more of the same from politicians running our country. We need to send a paper barrage to those in Ottawa responsible for Canada’s finances so that we can get all the crazy extra taxes and deficit spending brought under control. We need to hold our politicians responsible for their irresponsible levels of spending and never-ending borrowing. We don’t work for Justin Trudeau - he works for us! David Wesley
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Fire Restriction Killam Truc Local RCMP ck lifted for & Car Wash h offer motorcycle 3 Car / T Trruck wash baayys. Flagstaff County 2T Trruck / R RV V Drive Thrru Baayys safety tips for (110fftt Long. Max Height 4.70m) drivers Credit Card or Changgee Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Thanks to recent rainfall throughout the region, FRESS Regional Fire Chief Derek Homme announced that the Fire Restriction in the entire Flagstaff County region, including towns and villages, would move to a Fire Advisory effective noon on Wednesday, May 8. Homme says under the Fire Advisory, burning permits will be issued on a discretionary basis, depending on the size and
Killam RCMP wants drivers to be mindful of motorcycles as riding weather rolls in. With a forecasted increase in temperatures, more and more motorcycles will be on the roads and highways. It is important that motorists respect the rules of the road and remain courteous to each other so everyone can get home safe. The RCMP recommends the following for motorists when sharing the roads with motorcyclists: •Look out for bikes at intersections or when turning left, and make sure your blind spots are clear when changing lanes. •Give adequate space to motorcycles •Avoid occupying another vehicle’s blindspots when traveling •If you are a motorcyclist already gearing up for the spring season, remember the following when getting on your bike: •Wear a proper fitting helmet as well as protective jacket, pants, and boots •Don’t ride distracted; stay alert at all times Always drive to conditions and posted speed limits •Be mindful of sand, gravel, and debris on
roadways from winter time •Avoid occupying another vehicle’s blindspots when traveling Many collisions involving motorcycles are avoidable by keeping a heightened sense of your surroundings while you are riding. •Paying attention to what is behind you is as important as knowing what is happening in front of you.
type of fire. Generally under a Fire Advisory open burning, only with issued fire permits, and fires that are contained within approved burn barrels or firepits are acceptable. Residents can use cooking and heating appliances – such as barbeques, meat smokers, firepits, and patio heaters. Homme says he will continue to monitor conditions and will upgrade the fire status accordingly.
TAXATION & ASSESSMENT NOTICE VILLAGE OF HUGHENDEN IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA
Village of Hughenden property assessment and tax notices for all categories of property will be mailed May 23, 2024. Assessment date is May 31. 2024. Rate payers final day to submit an assessment complaint is July 30, 2024. Taxes are due July 31, 2024. Penalties that will be applied as of August 1, 2024 at 10% on outstanding current taxes. January 1, 2025 an 15% penalty will be applied on all outstanding taxes.
Town of Killam Proposed Bylaw 882 Choosing the Chief Elected Officer Currently, Town Council consists of five elected members: the Mayor and four Councillors. All five elected members are elected by a vote of the electors of the Town. At their April 22, 2024 meeting, Council gave first reading to Bylaw 882 that would maintain that Town Council consists of five elected Councillors but allow Council to appoint the Mayor from among the five elected Councillors. To view the complete proposed Bylaw 882, Please visit the Town of Killam website, or contact the Town of Killam office and a copy can be emailed or mailed to you. Please note that this bylaw is petitionable, meaning the electorate has the right to petition against the Bylaw. A sufficient petition requires 10% of the population and must be completed and submitted to the CAO within 60 days of first reading. Town Council will consider final reading once the 60 day window has passed. Town of Killam Box 189 Killam, AB T0B 2L0 Phone (780) 385-3977
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NOTICE OF BYELECTION & REQUIREMENTS FOR VOTER IDENTIFICATION 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
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 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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National Public Works Week May 19-25, 2024. Name: _______________________________
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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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The Flagstaff Food Bank 5014 46 St., Killam 780-385-0810 director@flagstafffcs.ca In its 21-year history, usage of the Flagstaff Food Bank has never been higher than it is right now. On average, the Food Bank is currently doling out 70 hampers a month, which amounts to 146 people – and almost half of those are children. “That really hits your heart knowing that we are feeding children,” says Flagstaff Food Bank secretary Lynne Jenkinson, who has been on the Food Bank’s board since 2009. “It really hits your soul knowing that we have to feed children.” In 2023, the Flagstaff Food Bank fed the equivalent of 1,226 people, an alltime high. “Some of those are doubles, like they're not 1,226 individuals,” Jenkinson explains. “So, I can say on average, we’re feeding about 170 different individuals throughout the year. But that is our highest usage ever.” Unfortunately, it’s an upward trajectory that is poised to continue. So far this year, demand is on par to meet or exceed those numbers, Jenkinson notes. Those are certainly sobering statistics, but they’re a definitive sign of our current inflationary times. “It is really hard right now. The economy is tough and food costs a lot of money,” Jenkinson says. “Food costs keep going up and people need to pay bills. They need to pay rent, they need to pay their mortgage and they need to buy food. But we’re here if they can't afford the food and they need to pay the rest of their bills.”
Interestingly enough, usage dipped in 2019 to an all-time low. That year, the Flagstaff Food Bank doled out just 386 hampers. Demand, however, rose to 715 hampers in 2023 in what could be considered a harsh post-pandemic rebound. Among the most recent trends, Jenkinson says she is witnessing a younger demographic in need. “We see a lot more younger people using the Food Bank – people I never considered that would need the Food Bank, but they can’t make ends meet.” Located centrally in Killam, the Flagstaff Food Bank serves all nine municipalities that comprise the region and has been operational since the early 2000s. “A woman named Diane Gordon, who later became a Killam town councillor, found that there was a need for a food bank in the Flagstaff area,” Jenkinson explains, noting interest spread east to a number of people in Hardisty. “So they started the board and the Flagstaff Food Bank was born officially in about 2003, and then it grew from there.” The Food Bank has been situated in several different locations in Killam over the years, but it took a regional effort to land its current home on the east side of town. “Way back in 2012, they had gotten kicked out of a rental unit, so they got the towns and villages together,” Jenkinson recalls, noting that the Town of Killam owns the building that at one time served as a Flagstaff County grader shed. “The municipalities got together and offered grant money, and the Town of Killam, with the partnership, was able to buy it. I always thank Flagstaff for being such a great community. They partner and they understand how to help people.” For more than two decades (and
counting), the Flagstaff Food Bank has provided food and hygiene hampers to clients throughout Flagstaff. The Flagstaff Food Bank is heavily dependent on donations. Fortunately, the Flagstaff Region has proven to be extremely generous. “Flagstaff County is the most generous county in all of Canada,” Jenkinson enthuses, noting that she has attended food bank conferences in Alberta and Saskatchewan, and nationally. “We have oil here, we have agriculture here, we have citizens who care about our citizens and we have very generous people in Flagstaff County. And we really, really thank people who donate all the time and businesses that keep donating because there is a great need.” That’s not to say that the Food Bank never runs out of certain items at various times of the year. But then all it takes is a post on Facebook and the generous people of Flagstaff step up to “donate like crazy,” Jenkinson adds. Among the numerous items available at the Flagstaff Food Bank is pet food. “Pet food is donated. We do not purchase it,” Jenkinson says. “But here in Flagstaff, when we make a call out for things like pet food, it takes about an hour and a half for us to fill the food bank bin at the Killam Co-op.” It’s not only food and hygiene products that are donated. There’s a shed in front of the building for furniture and appliances. “It’s unbelievable. Sometimes that shed is full of stuff,” Jenkinson says, listing off items such as washers, dryers and microwave ovens. Monetary donations, meanwhile, are used to make local purchases of whatever is needed. “We do not go out of the area to purchase anything. We keep the donated money locally,” Jenkinson says.
Besides donations, the Food Bank is heavily dependent on volunteers. On average, two to four volunteers are required every Tuesday and Thursday to fill hampers. “We need a lot of volunteers, and we get a lot of volunteers from the local churches, from Heartland Generation in Forestburg, from the local oil companies and people who just phone us. All you have to do is phone 780-3850810. Right now, we are looking for volunteers for every fourth Thursday of the month,” Jenkinson adds, noting that serving as a volunteer can be extremely rewarding on a personal level. “The feedback I get from a lot of our volunteers is that it really feeds their soul. It makes them happy to know that they are helping people in need, and they actually serve the clients. They meet the clients, so they see the gratification of the clients.” In December of 2021, Flagstaff Family and Community Services (FFCS) became the coordinator of the Flagstaff Food Bank. That was partly due to volunteer burnout, says Jenkinson, executive director of FFCS. “It takes a lot to run a food bank, so the agency took it on,” she adds. “And the other reason we took it on was to mesh the organizations so they could serve more people. And I think that’s why our numbers are increasing so much.” Jenkinson’s ultimate hope is that one day food banks are no longer necessary. “But we are finding right now with the economy that food banks are of more need than ever,” she adds. “And I know this is Canada-wide, this is North America-wide.” For more information, find The Flagstaff Food Bank on social media, and be sure to watch the video on The Community Press website.
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Grad and garage sales mark a busy week in Daysland Celeste Ewan Daysland & Area E. daysland.ab.news@gmail.com
I hope you've all got your belongings ready for the big town wide garage sale next weekend and we can't forget about free dump days!
Did you know Daysland also offers, free of charge, a trailer they will drop off for you to fill with branches and or trees and they will pick it up and dispose of it when you're done? They offer this service Monday through Friday and it's a great and easy option when cleaning up the yard.
There is so much going on this weekend in our little town! So much focused around Mother’s Day but not all, much of it also encourages our spring cleaning, garage sales, and bake sales. The Daysland Theatre has even put on a movie this weekend “Unsung Hero” which is based on a story of a mother who
uses her faith to keep her family of nine together. With all this excitement and the garage sales running Friday through Sunday in Daysland and Heisler, it's bound to be a busy weekend and a great weekend to spoil Mom with some baking or extra chores around the yard. A huge congratulations
Big birthdays in Alliance Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
There will be a lot of cake consumed the first 12 days of May when all these birthdays are celebrated. Pat Van Hecke and Carmen Nichols on Wednesday, May 1. Ron Caruth on Thursday, May 2. April Thomas, Ava Yellowbird, and Sandra Krause on Friday, May 3. Robert Wold on Saturday, May 4, Mary Wold on Sunday, May 5. Blake Nychyporuk and Ron Zieffle on Monday, May 6. Bryant Bullee and Ernie Van Hecke on Tuesday, May 7. Wednesday, May 8, finds Adam Fuller, Brent Rust, and Crystal Cartier celebrating. Thursday, May 9, is when Heather Schellenberg,
Ryan Spady, and Tim Caruth mark another year. Amanda Thomas was born May 10, while Teresa Corbel, Tracy Rombough, and Velma Schofield share Saturday, May 11. Finishing off the week on Sunday, May 12, finds Colt Brodie and Jason Bernard completing their trip around the sun. Happy Birthday to all. Elaine Pickles has been visiting with her sister Laura Towers this week. Laura just celebrated a birthday, too. Elaine comes from Kimberly, BC. Mary Wold’s son Ed came from Arizona and granddaughter Brooke came from Puerto Rico to be here for her birthday. This weekend was when the town wide garage sale was going on. Saturday was pretty nice weather-wise, but Sunday got windy. While
treasures changed hands, there is still much to be had. At the little white church on the hill, last week Laura Towers and Mary Ann Spady sang a lovely duet to the pleasure of the 21 congregants in church. This week there were 19 to hear the message from Dell Wickstrom and Dale Jones. The Community Garden Club is raffling a basket of flowers and garden supplies to earn some funding for the new planting boxes they will be using for the gardens. The Depot has a new loading dock at back. I saw Logan Bullee busy with the construction. Vickie Cloakey, Randy Wickstrom, and I went to Stettler to attend the Better Together gathering at the United Church. It was
an excellent day organized by the three churches, Stettler, Castor, and Botha United. At the Legion meeting a donation was made to the Ag Society to help with hall maintenance. Mother’s Day breakfast plans are all in place. Pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice at the Community Hall. The Niconna Greenhouse sign is out on the corner of Highway 36 and the Alliance approach. They are open for business. Speaking of plants, the dandelions are out. They are a pretty bright yellow, a nice contrast to the new green grass and the first food available for the bees. Treat the dandelion with respect. All parts of the plant are edible.
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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.
to Daysland grads this year, they all celebrated surrounded by families and friends and they all looked stunning. Seven handsome young men and four beautiful young women! They stopped in Providence Place and showed off their lovely suits and colourful gowns, the residents were tickled pink I am sure. The town has faces of these young adults pasted throughout our town with pride, and proud we are.
I watched their ceremony on YouTube (Amazing technology these days). I cried, I laughed, these young people have a great sense of humour and wonderful memories that they shared of each other over their years, it may of not been a huge class, but the impact they have and will make is much bigger than their class size. Once again congrats and on the behalf of all of Flagstaff County we wish you nothing but the brightest of futures!
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May 2024 Meetings
Council Meetings Flagstaff County Council o M Meetings eetings aare re conducted the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 9 a.m. unless u otherwise planned. Council and Committ ommittee meeting agendas aare re aavvailable at the County’’ss websit ebsiite te at: flflaagstaafff ff. fff..a . b.ca/ .ca/council/mee .ca/ccouncil/meeetings-ande minu utes tes
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The 2024 Flagstaff County Census is now open! In case you missed it, census letters have been mailed 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:
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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. As this is our first census in several decades, your participation is crucial in helping us plan for the evolving needs of Flagstaff County. Years of population change, including the more recent incorporation of the Hamlets of Strome and Galahad, have left an uneven distribution throughout our seven electoral divisions. It’s time to redraw our electoral boundaries to give residents the best possible municipal representation.
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Daysland grads a small class with lots of heart Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Daysland School celebrated the Class of 2024 on Friday, May 3, with a graduation ceremony and the theme, “Oh, the places we’ll go.” Grade 11 students Lacey Schlaut and Drew Petiot introduced the graduates one at a time as they came onstage. Battle River School Division’s Assistant Superintendent Steve Hoyland addressed the graduates, “To the Class of 2024, I wish you much success. With the knowledge you’ve gained in school, with the guidance from your family, staff, and community, I am confident you can achieve your goals and your dreams. “On behalf of Battle River School Division, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to each of you, Class of ‘24 - congratulations.” Mrs. Thomas gave the speech to the graduates, who she called, “small but mighty.” She said while graduation is a tremendous achievement, it is only one of the many great things yet to come for each graduate, “as they prepare to leave us here at Daysland School, and find the next places they will go.” She said the evening’s theme comes from a Dr. Seuss book of a similar name, which offers advice to the reader about making decisions and finding their way in the
world. She said, “Rather than read the wise words in the book to all of you, I did some digging into my files from their 10th Grade English class, and decided to share some insight into and tips for growing up from these kids themselves. “One of them wrote: ‘Growing up comes with change, realization, and new responsibilities. “These responsibilities give you a better understanding of how the world actually works. You will be less self-centred when you see that there are other people who have the same feelings as you, and have to work out the same problems as you. “I hope you always have empathy for others, and always remember that you are not alone in the challenges you may face.’” Wise words from a Grade 10 perspective, and indicative of many of the other excerpts shared by Mrs. Thomas. “Moms, Dads, family, friends, you’ve been with these kids every step of the way, and they couldn’t have done it without you. But now, they’re ready for the next challenge, in whatever places they might go. “In the words of Dr. Seuss: ‘They have brains in their heads, they have feet in their shoes, they can steer themselves any direction they choose. “We have had the privilege of getting to know these kids in our class-
rooms, in our hallways, and in many cases, our gym, and we’ve watched them grow into the 11 remarkable young men and women you see on stage tonight.” Guest Speakers Principal Wes Wilson and Vicky Zimmer were asked by the class to speak. They said as the class chose “Oh, the places we’ll go,” as their theme, inspired by Dr. Seuss timeless book, it was fitting to go through the poem and dedicate a few lines to the graduates. “And when things start to happen, don’t worry, don’t stew, just go right along, you’ll start happening, too.” Zimmer started off, adding, “I doubt there are many people in this room tonight who don’t feel at least some anxiety about change. It’s a natural response that probably kept our caveman ancestors alive. “We’ve been lucky enough to see you, grad class of 2024, through a lot of changes in your lives so far.” As they moved on with their presentation, Wilson and Zimmer poked some fun at the graduates on the stage, while also celebrating their achievements, and looking forward to their spreading their wings as they move forward in their lives. Wilson called the grads a ‘go with the flow’ easygoing kind of class, and a low-maintenance group.
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will always have a place in our hearts.” Dylan Kruchten and Taylor Birkjar, as Class Representatives, toasted each of their classmates, saying that there was no one else they’d rather have shared the journey to graduation with. A brief slideshow included little slices of humour as the audience got a peek back through each grads’ growing years.
Kasey Breitkreuz and Taylor Birkjar presented the ‘Most Likely’ list, an affectionate and humorous look into potential futures for each graduate. Mrs. Thomas and Mr. Wilson then presented each grad with certificates, before the grads moved off stage and onto the floor for the grand march, followed by a parent dance, and then a partner dance.
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Congratulations graduates! Your hard work has paid off. Enjoy the moment and best wishes in your future endeavours! ~ Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency Office
#104 4870 - 51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1 780-672-0000 Camrose@assembly.ab.ca
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PHOTOS BY LESLIE CHOLOWSKY AND ERIC ANDERSON
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GRAD 2024 Stephen Hoyland, Assistant Superintendent of BRSD addressed the Daysland graduating class during their ceremonies on Friday, May 3 at Daysland School.
Mrs. Vicky Zimmer and Principal Wes Wilson were guest speakers during the Daysland Grad ceremonies on Friday, May 3.
Austin Wiebe, Kasey Breitkreuz, and Liam Bendfeld during the grand march.
Colton Hawkins, Addisyn Kelly, and Gaspard Vanseymortier during the grand march.
Ryder Horon, Hannah Guhle, and Carson Brady during the grand march.
Taylor Birkjar and Dylan Kruchten treated the crowd to impressive dance moves following the grand march and parents dance.
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Discover Aviation event flying high at Flagstaff airport Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Despite some worries about the weather, the Iron Creek Flying Club’s Discover Aviation event on April 27 went off without a hitch, with 160 kids taking to the air thanks to some pilot volunteers. Club Chair Doug Lindseth says, “It was a good day for flying, the air got very smooth at around 4,000-4,500 feet up, so the kids got a nice ride.” Lindseth says he was pleased to see Battle River-Crowfoot MP Damien Kurek come out with his son to take advantage of the event. “They actually both went up, with pilot Tyler Pearson.” Discover Aviation, formerly COPA for kids, is sponsored by the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA), and is designed to introduce youth to aviation. Lindseth says there were lots of special moments during the day, and many youth with wide smiles exiting airplanes. That’s what really makes it a special day for him. Initially they had 200 rides booked, but Lindseth thinks the weather might have turned people away, with an overcast sky. He’s still really happy with 160 kids, that’s a new record for this local event that’s been around for many years in Flagstaff County. This year the Club tried online booking, and think it went very well. “We’ll make some minor adjustments for next year,” Lindseth says, “but we were very pleased with the result.” He says, “When we had 200 kids reg-
istered, we knew we’d need a few more pilots, and we weren’t disappointed. Twenty planes came out, including one female pilot, Orinan Kononchuk from Lac La Biche. I was really pleased to see her come out, it was a great example to the kids that there are successful female pilots out there. “We also had pilots from Strathmore, Josephburg, and two from Cooking Lake.” That, along with Iron Creek Flying Club members, made quick work of all the visitors hoping for a ride. Lindseth says besides the pilots, an event like this couldn’t have happened without all the volunteers who manned the barbecues and organized the flight certificates, as well as club members who marshal the aircraft on the ground, and act as safety officers, as well as those assigning the kids to their aircraft and pilots, then signing them out. He says each pilot flew to Hardisty and back with their passengers, who then got a certificate, a photo op with their pilot when they disembarked, and a free hot dog for them and any family members who came. Lindseth says Flagstaff’s Discover Aviation is one of just 35 running across Canada. The Iron Creek Flying Club have never let their club size limit what they can do. Lindseth says even MP Kurek was impressed with the scope of the event. “He says there’s so many events and ideas that are shot down with a ‘we can’t do that,’ and said it was great to see the Club’s ‘can-do’ attitude.” He says the Club pays for the event, with a small seed donation from COPA,
Pilot Ron Grue with a Discover Aviation passenger. and some help from Wild Rose Co-op. He figures that the pilots used up around $5,100 in fuel alone. The Club still has some funds left from the Snowbirds shows to help cover the costs. For Lindseth, it’s an opportunity not to just introduce aviation to a new generation. He says, “If you can inspire a kid in any way, maybe to be a pilot, a racecar driver, a baker, or whatever... it’s all about the spark. When children are young, you try to expose them to as
much as you can.” He says aviation is a huge industry, and has its roots in a lot of day-to-day operations. “Pilots all started in a little airport somewhere. Maybe after today we’ll have some future pilots, or mechanics, or air traffic controllers... it opens a door.” Lindseth adds, “It’s a great example of adults interacting in a quality way oneon-one with children.”
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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Locals having coffee with the Cops in Hardisty Ricci Matthews Ph: 780-888-2490
Hardisty Call Ricci with your news!
Well hello folks. Hope you had a marvellous week and you are looking forward to getting your gardens and flower beds ready for spring planting. I have actually kept a poinsettia alive since Christmas and now I am wondering if you can plant it outside. I will have to ask my neighbour Carol MacRae, who has a vast knowledge on trees and plants. She is on our Hardisty Library Board and with the assistance of another board member and a friend, they were instrumental in getting our plants, bushes, and floral planter to look so inviting. I can't wait to see how fabulous all the plants will look this spring. The library staff and board members have been busy preparing Mother's Day bags with soil and seeds, pumpkin and sunflower, so children can gift Mom on Mother's Day. Check the library for the days you can pick up the bags, I believe it is Thursday through Saturday this week, or see posters. If you drive past the library you will notice that our old, uneven steps and landings are being replaced. The work is being done by Kenlar Construction. We thank the Vision Credit Union for their generous donation to our important renovation (see classified ads). During construction please enter the library by the automatic side door. Coffee with the Cops was very well received and 25 people attended
the presentation at the library. There were a wide variety of interesting questions and the RCMP Corporal Jeremy Houle and Noreen Metz from Victim Services provided answers. Obviously not every problem was solved, but open discussion allows the general public some insight into the issues that plague our communities. There was talk about possibly starting up the COPS (citizens on patrol) again. It was effective in the past, but we will have to see what transpires. Our mayor was in attendance and also provided information. We thank all the attendees. It shows Hardisty cares! I was impressed by the detailed article about wild boars in Flagstaff, written by Nick Dunn, Flagstaff County, On Wednesday, May 1, in The Community Press. It is well written and very eyeopening. Our community sends sincere condolences to Cyndy (Link) Mason on the loss of her dear husband Jim. He will be laid to rest on Friday, May 10 in Sherwood Park. Our minister Paul Allard of St. Paul's United Church, held his last service on Sunday. It was a vibrant sermon with zippy music that left us all uplifted. Paul and his wife Karen joined the congregation for a lovely luncheon and presenting of farewell gifts. The couple are moving to Terrace, BC, where Paul will serve as minister at Knox United starting Monday, July 1. Hardisty sends farewell wishes to both of you and your furry family. We wish you safe travels and all the best in your new faith community.
Pickle ball is a real hit and Penny Wurz informed me that it is open to everyone. It is played Tuesday and Thursday nights at the arena. She mentioned that if more people want to play they were thinking of increasing the times. Keep your ears open and maybe you can inform me of changes so I can put it in the paper. Thought for the day... Often the difference between a successful marriage and a mediocre one consists of leaving three or four things a day unsaid (from Breast of friends cook books). How many roads must a man walk down before he admits he's lost? He is never lost because he has Google maps on his phone... tee hee. Have a fantastic week and share some news with me please.
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Sedgewick Golf Club looking for volunteer cooks for breakfast Sandra Erickson Ph: 780-384-2030
Sedgewick email: sedgewicknews@gmail.com
Mell and Jim Hampshire recently returned from a two week trip to Greece. They visited Athens and the islands of Mykonos, Paros, and Santorini. Greece is a very beautiful country and its people are friendly and helpful. They felt very safe, even when walking around in the evenings in Athens. There are historical sites everywhere; the Acropolis of Athens with its temples, the island of Delos, and the excavations of the city of Akrotiri on Santorini which dates from the Bronze Age. There were churches and chapels everywhere, even right next to each other. The food was delicious with many excellent restaurants and the street food was great, especially the gyros (donairs) and souvlaki (kebabs). They rented an ATV and also cars. The Metro in Athens was fun to ride and very clean. You bought your ticket based on how long your journey was going to be, rather than where you were going! Thanks for sharing about your travels Jim and Mell! If you recently went on an adventure, please consider submitting to sedgewicknews@gmail.com The Sedgewick Golf Course is looking for volunteer breakfast cooks every Sunday. A calendar with all available dates is
at the club house. Please consider signing up or Sunday breakfast may have to be cancelled. While visiting the art show at the community hall on Saturday, April 27, Doreen Eldey let me know that her granddaughter Marlaina had graduated from CDI college in graphic design technologies with high honours. All reason to be proud! Congratulations! In honour of National
Public Works Week, the Flagstaff County is hosting a colouring contest. Check out the page in this very paper. Take out your crayons, kids, and submit your artwork before Wednesday, May 15. Tara Devey from Sedgewick is the new Program Assistant at the Killam Family Resource Center. Did you know if you join as a board member you get a free membership?
They are a thriving organization that is looking to continue with the growth and success of their facility and organization. They are looking for individuals to join the board and provide opinions, thoughts, and ideas on what the families and communities needs are, attend meetings, help at fundraisers, and communicate with them when decisions need to be made. Next to a free member-
ship you also get halfprice rentals, pride, and a sense of accomplishment in being part of the team, community investment, and helping support families in raising their families. Volunteering keeps our rural community amenities alive and running. Volunteering also strengthens your ties to the community and broadens your support network, exposing you to people with common interests, neighbourhood resources, and fun and fulfilling activities. Please consider joining! Thanks to all who continually support Jessica Docksteader in her role as
Programmer and this board! One of their biggest events is the Annual Movie in the Park, and this year it's back in Killam. The movie shown will be “Migration” on Tuesday, August 20. Norazz Dance Studio held their year-end show at the CHSPS gymnasium on Saturday. It was amazing to see all the different dance styles, the team work and soloists work from ages four to adult. Mrs. T. is entering her 30th season of teaching this fall and can be proud of how well everyone did. Congratulations to everyone involved.
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Douglas (Doug) Melvin Wold
Doug was born in Galahad, Alberta, on October 18, 1933, to Melvin and Patricia Wold (nee Domoney) of Alliance, Alberta, and died peacefully at his home in Camrose surrounded by family on May 3, 2024, at the age of 90 years. Doug was raised on his
parent’s farm in the Alliance area, and after completing high school, he went to the University of Alberta (U of A) taking his first year of a Bachelor of Education program. This was then completed through correspondence, summer school, and night classes at the U of A. Doug spent 33 successful years as a teacher and school administrator in one room country schools, as well as in Alliance, Daysland, and the Canadian Forces Base Cold Lake (Medley, Alberta) where he and his family moved in 1966. Throughout his life,
Doug was involved in many activities and organizations including the Lions Club, Masonic Lodge, and Order of the Eastern Star, he was a Justice of the Peace as well as a member of the United Church board. Doug also served a total of 14 years on various town councils; nine of these in the bustling town of Cold Lake, Alberta; three as councillor and six as Mayor, as well as three years as councillor in Camrose, Alberta. Always interested in mechanics as a hobby, he applied these interests to many vehicles, motorcycles, snowmobiles, and
small engines. A bit of a “handy-man” and “Jack of all trades” his motto was, “If you want a job well done, learn how to do it, and do it yourself!” Doug always retained a strong interest in his favourite hobby – cars, of which he had many! Doug is survived by his loving wife Donna Smith, his three children, Wendi Rau (Jim Cook) of Camrose, Alberta; Denise
Why church? Why bother Jesus on the cross?). I know that “church” isn’t always at its best and that harms have been done supposedly in God’s name. But who among us is 100 per cent perfect. “You may cast the first stone!” (John 8:7) One of my favourite quotes is, “Anyone can find God in a sunset. The challenge is to find God in a group of flawed humans that may not reflect God back to you in your image.” (Lillian Daniel 2017) We humans are messy. We come with big feel-
ings that can be hurt or misunderstood. But God gets us. So I go to the church to be reminded that I am loved, just as I am, and simultaneously challenged to be all God knows I can be. I go to know that whatever I am going through I am not alone. Why church? Because it takes a village. Why bother? Because life is often hard, but it is easier together. Rev. Deanna Cox DKR United Churches
A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m., on Friday, May 17, at City Lights Church in Camrose, Alberta, with Pastor Maryann Pastuck officiating. Weber Funeral Home in charge of all arrangements. Inurnment in Camrose Cemetery with his parents. If desired, contributions may be made to a charity of choice.
Craig Badry
FAITH COLUMN Questions I frequently get asked and so I thought I would share some thoughts. At its best, church is a place where all can gather. A second home filled with extended family, or sometimes your only family. It is a place that nurtures us, helps us grow, and catches us when we need it most. Church, I hope, is a safe place to ask hard questions, express doubts, and allow ourselves to be vulnerable (because what is more vulnerable than
(Ray) Beaunoyer of Cold Lake, Alberta; and Dean (Pam Thomson) Wold of Devon, Alberta, ten grandchildren, ten great grandchildren, and the mother of his children, Arlene McPherson. He is also survived by Donna’s family as well as numerous friends and relatives. Doug was predeceased by his parents, Patricia and Melvin and his stepgrandson Nevan Smith
Craig Badry from Camrose, Alberta for-
merly of Daysland, Alberta, passed away on April 30, 2024, at the age of 85 years. He is survived by his loving wife Kathleen, daughter Leah (Steve), grand-daughter Kendra Badry (Aymen), greatgranddaughter expected in July, sister Rose (Ed) West, and brother Doyle.
He was predeceased by his parents Albert and Liguori; brothers Royd, Adkens; and sistersin-law Doreen and Royanne. Mass of Christian Burial was held Monday, May 6 at 11 a.m., at Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church in Daysland, Alberta, 5202 59 St.
Killam & Forestburg Baptist Church
DAYSLAND, KILLAM Daysland Alliance Church & ROSALIND Assoc. Pastor:Miguel Challoner 5030 - 57 Street Phone: Killam: 780 385-3607 UNITED CHURCHES Phone: (780) 374-3777 Service Times:
Killam:
Worship – 10:55 AM Sunday School – 9:45 AM
Forestburg: Worship – 9:00 AM www.killambaptistchurch.ca www.forestburgbaptist.ca
Schmidt-Teigen Sunday, May 12th PastorsandKirby Rob Johnson Worship Service Sunday Worship Killam & Rosalind Services (Sept 10 - Jun 1) 9:30am Sunday School at 10:30AM
Rev. Deanna Cox
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(for all ages) 10:45am Main Worship Service
Pentecostal SEDGEWICK Sedgewick Killam Tabernacle & LOUGHEED 780-385-3587 Seventh-day UNITED CHURCHES Sunday 11:00 A.M. SUNDAY SERVICES
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Box 178, Killam, AB T0B 2L0 CARD OF OF THANKS CARD THANKS Kenneth John Freadrich February 3, 1951 April 14, 2024 On behalf of Ken’s family, we would like to thank our family, friends, and members of the community for the overwhelming love and acts of support and kindness shown to us during this very difficult time. Thank you to the Emergency Services who attended that day. Also, to Fee and Sons for their guidance and professionalism. Much appreciation to each and everyone of you who attended his Celebration of Life, sent messages of condolences, flowers, food, shared hugs, visited us at the house, and made a Donation in Ken’s Memory. Thank you, Marcy, Troy, Kyle, Leeam, and their Families 19p
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Thank you to the Hardisty Vision Credit Union for granting us the generous funding to replace the Library front door steps. We appreciate the fact that you extended the allowable time period to complete this important renovation.
Clothing and Bake Sale Daysland United Church Friday, May 10 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 11 9 a.m. to noon ________________________ Bridal Shower for Krysta Eldey Bride-Elect of Braden Neufeld to be held Sunday, May 19 at 1 p.m. at the Sedgewick Seniors Centre ________________________ Come and Listen to the Teachings of Jesus from the Bible. All are welcome. Sundays, May 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!
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
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RTS Diesel Repair & Parts are looking for a part time Parts Person. Duties include answering phones, stocking shelves, picking parts and general cleanup. Some parts knowledge would be an asset. Must have a valid Class 5 Drivers License. Resumes can be dropped off at the shop or emailed to taylor.rtsparts@gmail.com
LS Construction Specializing in Small Home & Office Renovations Inter-Provincial Carpenter "No job too small - we'll do what the big companies won't!" 780-385-4455 ____________________ Drywall Taping/ Ceiling Texturing 40 years experience on the job, from commercial buildings to new homes to home renovations. No job too small. Experienced Killam drywall taper/texturer here to help you with any job, big or small. Don't want to do it yourself? Give me a call! Willing to travel anywhere in the county. I also do ceiling textures Flagstaff Taping & Texturing Murray Cholowsky Call or text at 780-385-1251 ________________________ Need to re-order: •Company Forms? •Invoices? •Envelopes? •Business Cards? •Posters? •Bookmarks? •Magnets? •Score Cards? •Stamps? •Certificates? •Menus? •Receipts? •Letterheads? •Invitations? •Calendars? And more! Contact Ally or Leslie at The Community Press 780-385-6693 ads@thecommunitypress.com ________________________ Town & Country Guardian Drugs - Killam
With Sincere Thanks, The Hardisty Library Board Members and our Librarian 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 ________________________ 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.
14' DD seed drill International 6200 with packers, 14' HD noble disc, bin sweep (hydraulic) like new, and 100 gallon Tidy Tank. Call 780-916-8719 ________________________ Brian’s U-Pick Fruits, Berries, and Veggies has seed potatoes for sale: Yukon Gold - 2 kg Bag - $10 Alaskan Bloom - 2kg Bag - $8 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. HELP WANTED WANTED HELP
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Bill 20 amendments to Municipal Government Act gives Province sweeping power over municipalities Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Province has tabled a new bill that brings a lot of changes to municipal government, and a lot of new powers for the Provincial government, with the ability to remove councillors, amend municipal bylaws, allow corporations and unions to donate to municipal campaigns, and to bring political parties to the municipal election level. Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver says, “The Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, 2024, will make local elections processes more transparent and local elected officials more accountable to the people they represent. “Albertans deserve to have faith in the local officials elected to represent them. When a councillor has betrayed the public trust and it’s in the public interest to remove them, swift action should be taken to remove them. “As municipal councillors and mayors are locally elected by their constituents, Alberta’s government recognizes this authority should only be used as a last resort, which was always the intent of this legislation.” McIver points out that this power would only be used in “very limited circumstances,” adding, “Alberta’s government remains committed to fairness and due process and will continue working with local authorities to ensure Albertans have the effective local representation they deserve.”
McIver says the legislation also provides the Province with the ability to amend and repeal municipal bylaws. “This is quite serious, and we would not do this lightly. We will also be working with municipalities to propose amendments for the legislation and clarify that this would only be used in very limited circumstances related to areas that are primarily overseen by the province, like health care, education, the provincial economy, or public safety.” Despite both associations and a majority of Albertans indicating they did not agree with having party politics at the municipal level, Bill 20 will introduce political parties at the municipal level, starting with Edmonton and Calgary. After the Province tabled new Bill 20: Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act, both the Rural Municipalities Association (RMA) and Alberta Municipalities (AM) weighed in. AM’s initial response said, “It will take some time to properly analyze Bill 20, but it appears to fundamentally redraw the blueprint for local democracy in Alberta.” The RMA is no less concerned, saying, “The RMA is frustrated by many of the changes the bill proposes to the Municipal Government Act. “Alberta’s municipalities play a crucial role in ensuring that local planning, infrastructure, and service delivery meets the needs of Alberta’s diverse communities, people, and industries.
“The changes in Bill 20 will degrade municipal autonomy by allowing the province to easily intervene and reverse local decisions, and even remove elected municipal officials, with virtually no justification or process. “Along with the formalization of political parties in local elections and Bill 18’s restriction of municipal-federal funding agreements without provincial approval, these changes are the latest and most serious attacks on municipalities, and will centralize more control over municipal issues in the hands of the Province.” On the aspect of bringing political affiliations into municipal elections, the RMA says: “This is likely to result in more intense political posturing between municipal and provincial governments when a council is represented by a party that is not aligned with the province. “As written, these new powers could be used to undermine the ability of a municipality to operate or individual councillors to serve if they are ideologically opposed to the province. “Add to this Bill 18, which allows the province to control a municipality’s ability to receive federal funding without provincial approval, and suddenly the province has plenty of tools to keep municipalities in line politically if they choose to do so.” Over the weekend Alberta Municipalities’ Ty Gandam said, “Alberta Municipalities is concerned that the bill will intimidate and even silence legally
elected officials who dare to criticize the provincial government,” Gandam said, adding that the bill is setting a dangerous precedent. The NDP has even harsher criticism of the new bill. “Bill 20: The Municipal Affairs Amendment Act has been described as authoritarian, an attack on local democracy, massive overreach, and a stripping away of Albertans’ rights. Albertans and our communities have not been asking for this massive overreach into their local business by the province,” said Kyle Kasawski, Alberta NDP Critic for Municipal Affairs. Bill 20 also bans electronic vote counters, a change that Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi says will cost taxpayers ‘millions.’ “Eliminating the use of electronic tabulators will give confidence to Albertans that their votes are being counted correctly, and bolster their trust in the methods and results of local elections,” Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver said to reporters last week. “I’ve never called (the machines’) integrity into question, but you know what, if you talk to Albertans, you will find a number of them that don’t have faith in machines counting ballots.” After the huge backlash days after Bill 20 was tabled, Premier Danielle Smith said over the weekend that amendments would be introduced this week, to clarify the language around the Province’s ability to remove councillors or amend bylaws in the “public’s interest.”
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CJ Kinross Legion branch recognizes local contest winners Leslie Cholowsky Editor
On Monday, April 29, members of the CJ Kinross Royal Canadian Legion Branch in Lougheed invited all the artists and writers that placed first, second, and third, and their families, to recognize their accomplishments in the Annual Remembrance Day Poster and
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