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Kurek gains constituency by huge margin Trudeau, Liberals to form minority Federal government Moush John Staff Reporter
Damien Kurek will be representing Battle RiverCrowfoot as he swept his riding in the federal election 2019 with 52,497 votes. The other contestants didn’t come close with not much of a tally to show. Out of the 247 (of 248) polls reported at the time of press, the numbers were as follows. NDP Natasha Fryzuk – 3,089; Liberal Dianne Clarke – 2,485; Green Geordie Nelson – 1,750; People’s Party David Michaud – 1,583. Deemed to be one of the closest elections in recent years, nationally the Liberals took 157 seats, followed by Conservatives at 121. With neither party getting a majority, Liberals will form a minority government after finding the right political ally. Kurek, who addressed his supporters from the Norsemen Inn in Camrose, said, “It is an honour to be elected with a strong mandate, and I look forward to being able to serve the people of Battle River-Crowfoot in Parliament. “I will continue to make sure that the things I talked about on the campaign continue to be talked about, that common-sense Conservative ideas and principles of good governance are brought forward; and I intend to get to work, and have already started.” With the province having strong Conservative support, Kurek’s win isn’t unprecedented, but what made him stand out was the way he handled his campaign, and his approach to some of the burning issues of the day. “It is clear that the Liberals’ reduced mandate leaves some very serious questions that need to be asked,” Kurek says. “From the Prime Minister’s conduct to the way he has pitted Canadians against each other for political gain.” For Kurek, an MP needs to work hard for their constituents and he said that his constituents could count on him to ensure that Battle River-Crowfoot’s interests
are well represented, and he would do so with respect for all involved. “And specifically with regard to a Conservative provincial government, the federal government’s job is to work with their provincial counterparts, regardless as to whether or not they agree, this is a foundational principle of good governance.” He added, “East Central Alberta can be a part of the solution to the major challenges we face as a country. And I intend to be a tireless advocate of our people, of agriculture and energy, and the common-sense principles that we have.” Kurek explained that pipelines are not just a concern for Albertans, but can be a Canadian solution to many of the challenges we all face, and he wants to get that message heard and conveyed. “Every day of the campaign I heard how frustrated constituents are with the antics of the Trudeau Liberal government, and the results last night reflect a significantly reduced mandate; there are serious questions that have to be asked and answered by Liberals,” Kurek says.
Newly elected MP Damien Kurek, right, celebrates his victory in Camrose with mentor and now-retired MP Kevin Sorenson.
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“I will do what I can to ensure that constituents of Battle River-Crowfoot, and all Canadians, get the answers they deserve. “Further, we have some serious challenges facing our agricultural industry – from trade concerns to attacks by special interests, I plan to stand up for the Canadian and the agricultural industry.” On Election Night, Kurek thanked his family and supporters for standing by him: “Firstly, thank you to my wife and life partner Danielle and our two kids, Matthew and Emerson; they’ve been tireless supporters through this entire process, as well as my whole family. “Secondly, thanks to my team, and all those who have been involved from the beginning.” He added, “Thank you to Kevin Sorenson for his close-to-two decades of service to this region, and finally a huge thank you to the people in Battle RiverCrowfoot for the trust they have put in me to make sure their interests are represented in Ottawa; I intend to do everything I can make sure their voices are heard.”
Kurek speaks in Camrose following his victory.
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Trio of icons rock the night away in Sedgewick
Prism front man Al Harlow brought super high energy and fun to the band’s show-stopping performance on Saturday in Sedgewick.
Honeymoon Suite lead singer and founder Johnny Dee brought everything you expected and more during their performance Saturday.
Lee Aaron showed the Sedgewick audience why she’s the metal queen on stage with a high energy mixed with powerful vocals.
Prism keyboard player Mark Gladstone.
Honeymoon Suite lead guitar Derry Grehan never stopped smiling. Prism front man Al Harlow is a master showman, he’s having so much fun, you can’t help but enjoy it too.
Honeymoon Suite keyboard player Peter Nunn was in a playful mood.
It was a packed crowd at the Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre in Sedgewick on Saturday, Oct. 19 where three iconic rock bands took the stage. The evening started with Lee Aaron, the wisely titled metal queen, and she did not disappoint her fans in the crowd. Her songs were heavy-hitting and loud, with a strong, powerful voice to accompany them. Fans were off their feet almost immediately, belting out the lyrics with Aaron throughout her hour-long performance. The next band to hit the stage were Prism, who literally stole the show, playing all their hits and favourites to a loud crowd. Lead singer Al Harlow was energetic and kept the crowd entertained and enamoured with his high kicks and great facial expressions. Last to hit the stage and to close out the show were Honeymoon Suite, an obvious crowd favourite and a big draw for the evening. Even with a minor techinical difficulty, the band performed to the loudest of all crowds. When lead singer Johnny Dee had some sound difficulties the crowd had no ALLY ANDERSON PHOTOS problem finishing his song. What a great night of rock in Sedgewick.
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ECSHL teams starting up this weekend, Northstars open season on the road Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Sedgewick Sabres will host their first home game in the East Central Senior Hockey League on Friday, Oct. 25 when they’ll face Coronation to
start the season. The Forestburg Flyers will travel to Consort on Friday, Oct. 25 to start their regular season; their first home game is not until Friday, Nov. 1. The Hughenden Jets will play their home
Canada-wide Student Vote results released James Cox Student Reporter
Students from all over the country participated in a mock election through Student Vote Canada. The election included more than 1.1 million elementary and high school students spanning across 7,747 schools and all 338 federal ridings. The children cast their ballots after learning about the electoral process, researching the platforms of the various parties, and debating Canada’s future. The results of the student election were as follows: The Liberal party had 22.3 per cent of the popular vote and won 109 seats, allowing them to form a minority government; the NDP formed the Official opposition with 98 seats and 24.8 per cent of the popular vote; the Conservative party won 94 seats and 25 per cent of the popular vote. The Green Party won 28 seats and 18.2 per cent of the popular vote; and the Bloc Québecois took 1.3 per cent of the popular vote and won nineseats. All party leaders won in their own riding, except for Yves-françois Blanchet of the Bloc Québecois. The Battle River-Crowfoot riding was 67 per cent conservative, 11 per cent NDP, seven per cent Liberal, seven per cent Green, and seven per cent PPC of Canada. Daysland school voted 59 per cent Conservative, 31 per cent NDP, five per cent PPC, and five per cent Liberal. Killam school voted 85 per cent Conservative, five per cent NDP, five per cent Liberal, three per cent Green, and two per cent PPC. Sedgewick’s CHSPS voted 64 per cent Conservative, 14 per cent NDP, eight per cent Green, eight per cent Liberal, and seven per cent PPC. Forestburg school voted
82 per cent Conservative, six per cent NDP, six per cent PPC, and six per cent Green. Allan Johnstone School results were not yet available at press time. While the students were learning about the impacts of democracy and the power of their voice, they participated in a democratic process themselves, and will be able to see firsthand the potential impact that their vote might have in the future.
opener this Saturday, Oct. 26 where they’ll host Irma. Meanwhile the Daysland Northstars in the North Central Hockey League started their season on Saturday, Oct. 19 in Fort Saskatchewan, coming away with a 6-3 loss against the Chiefs. The Chiefs opened up the scoring just seconds into the game with a quick shot past Daysland goaltender Skylar Dowhaniuk. The Northstars tied it up mid period with a goal by Tylor Keller from Brian
Harvie and Harry Tribble, but the Chiefs scored one more before the end of the first, making it 2-1. The two teams each scored a point in the second, with Kellor scoring another, from Landon Oslanski and Cole Gibson. Period three got a little rough. Daysland opened up the scoring with a goal from Matthew Foster, assisted by Kellor and Kenny Bradley, then the Chiefs rolled three more in, one a penalty shot. Daysland will travel to
Morinville on Saturday, and the Northstars will play their first home game
at the Max Maclean Arena in Camrose on Saturday, Nov. 2.
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No pity for Alberta in Canada As Canadians in a democratic nation, the majority of us in Alberta may not be happy with the results of Monday’s federal election but we have to respect and acknowledge that somehow Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau won again. The man is Teflon, and despite all the controversies surrounding him will, incredibly, remain our PM for another four years. But will Alberta stick around for his term? This election was terrible for Alberta. The Liberals have outright said that they plan to shut down the Alberta oil sands, the world’s third-largest oil deposit, and leave trillions of dollars under the ground. They also bought the Trans Mountain Pipeline for what seems like the sole purpose of having control of the ability to do absolutely nothing with the $4.5 billion purchase using Canadian taxpayer money. But according to the election results, Canadians couldn’t care less about leaving trillions of dollars in the ground. Oil reserves are finite. Oil usage will also be finite. It seems to me that if you have a finite product - and a changing market away from your product - you would want to sell as much of that commodity as quickly as possible while there is still a demand. The world wants to change away from oil usage, there is no question about that despite not having the technology to do so. But instead of selling off their much-sought-after oil reserves, Canadians want to leave the island with an idol in their pocket. They want to leave the ship even though it isn’t really sinking. They also want to turn the key to “off” on the engine of Canada’s economy. Shutting down the oil sands will eliminate $330 billion annually from Canada’s gross domestic product (GDP). Canada’s oil industry accounts for roughly 10 per cent of our country’s GDP. There are trillions of dollars in Alberta’s oil sands ready to be ethically sold to the rest of the world. Environmentalists want it shut down despite humans continuing to purchase oil products from the rest of the world at a rate greater than ever in history. Environmental terrorists continue to spread only Alberta oil hate - and nothing from other oil producing countries on the planet. If Albertans feel ganged up on, it is for very good reason. In the past 10 years Canada has spent over $21 billion buying Saudi crude. It would seem that the same people yelling about progressive politics would rather spend money with a country which executes homosexuals and non-conforming journalists, flogs dissidents and funds Islamic extremism rather than buy oil in its own country. The defunct Energy East Pipeline would have allowed Canada to be energy self-sufficient, which is important in a world of volatile political climate change. But, Canadians did not want that either. It is difficult for Albertans to understand the thinking of much of Canada. We are a divided country, each part only concerned about itself. Our Prime Minister has done little to ebb that tide of thought. Ten minutes after the election results showed the re-election of Justin Trudeau’s Liberals, a separatist movement in Alberta called voteWexit.com went from 4,000 members to 42,000 in just 10 minutes. Maybe the results of the election was a message that Canada doesn’t need Alberta. Now we’ll begin to find out if Albertans think they need Canada. KERRY ANDERSON
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Premier Acreage in Flagstaff County! Great 18acre setting and terrific view, close to Sedgewick and just cart it to the Golf Course! Take the Hardtop road off Hwy 13, no gravel, to this beautiful 12yr old Modern Executive Home. Features granite counters, Walkout basement, triple-pane windows, underfloor heat, three car heated garage, professionally landscaped/irrigated yard, plus large 50x60 heated shop and power generated backup. Stop the aggravation of building new and view this turnkey move-in ready family home, with mature landscaped yard! Price $840,000. View at www.jeffgolka.ca ADDITIONAL ADJACENT 68acres NOW AVAILABLE, EXCELLENT SMALL FARM!
68 acres Pasture at Sedgewick! Looking for nice pasture with dugout and plenty of water. Ideal pasture for recreational or straight beef cattle farming. Completely fenced and only 1 mile from Sedgewick just west of the golf course. Purchase the pasture outright or also available with 18acres Home and Shop (E4146738) adjacent to this nice pasture. Asking $2900/acre. View at www.jeffgolka.ca
HARDISTY ACREAGES 1,346 acres Agriculture land at Hardisty! Great investment in this active farm mixed farming operation. Two packages each 673 acres Agriculture Land ready for future development and located within the Rosyth Land Development Industrial expansion area at Hardisty Terminal. Approximately 800 acres broke balance is pasture, oil revenue approx. $14,000 per year, ready for Industrial use within MD of Provost approvals. Excellent access to the land just down the road from USD Rail Terminals and near the Primary Hwy 13. A great buy with huge development investment upside. View at www.jeffgolka.ca Quiet, Private 4.82 Acreage at Hardisty! Well maintained 4 bedrooms/2bath Home with big kitchen/dining, beautiful enclosed deck, large living room with great view of yard. Comes with all appliances, water softener, air conditioned and full completed basement. Asphalt driveway entry, exceptional yard, children’s play area/swings, large workshop/ storage, double car garage, horse shelter, tack room, fenced and cross fenced land for horses and pets for acreage enjoyment. Price $289,000. www.jeffgolka.ca
Luxurious Home, Triple Garage, nice Walkout Basement in Sedgewick! Luxurious fully finished up/down, modern home design w/3200 sqft living space, 4 beds/3 baths. The ultimate in comfort, design, open plan, wonderful Kitchen/island, morning Sun Room and Deck, large master bedroom w/ensuite. Downstairs has nice open TV family room, Office, and walk out doors to patio. Energy efficient, forced air upper level with A/C, and underfloor heating in basement and on-demand hot water. Gorgeous Curb appeal and large Lot. View on jeffgolka.ca
9 Lots, 14 Water Sewer RV Hookups, in Sedgewick! Currently an operating multiple site RV park with all water and sewer utilities installed. A developer dream these are 9 excellent Multi-Family construction Lots ready to build Townhouses, Duplex or Triplexes, short walk to downtown for groceries, mail, pharmacy and all necessities. Close to two construction building centers for supplies near the property. Price $149,000. View on jeffgolka.ca
Terrific 2009 Home, 9ft basement, Big 85x100 Lot! Everything you want 4 bedrooms, 4 bath home, vaulted ceilings w/upper dormers, nice deck and huge lot all fenced in new subdivision in Lougheed. Basement 90% completed has tall 9ft ceilings comes w/all appliances, water softener, and R/O water. Outside is exceptionally big yard, fenced, huge storage shed, cement parking pad for vehicles, easily add attached garage onto the home. Price $209,900. View on jeffgolka.ca
Nice Home, Garage, Sheds in good area! Well maintained 3 bed/2bath home in a quiet area in Lougheed and full finished basement, newly painted, lots of storage and nice covered porch area. Inside home has good layout open concept with nice bedroom sizes. Beautifully landscaped 60x120 lot, great fire pit area, wood shed, storage shed and good 14x26 garage with plenty of rear parking. Price $129,000 View on jeffgolka.ca Classic Gorgeous Character Home in Lougheed! Love and care by its owner for 60 years this beautiful home has its original staircase, railings, banisters, original doors/ frames/ mouldings, original wood flooring underneath and large wood pillar colonnades in the living room. Well-maintained 5-bdrm home, new shingles, a mix of originality with a classy modern 2002 gorgeous Kitchen w/island, Dining room, main floor laundry, all under Vaulted ceilings w/skylights and beautiful bright arch windows to admire its quiet, relaxing back yard. French doors lead to large patio, yard is amazing plenty of fruit trees and 6ft privacy fence for pets and kids. Perfect for retiree with main level bdrms or big family home, all this with a taste of history and the comforts of today. Asking $135,000. View on www.jeffgolka.ca
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Wonderful Home, 4Bdrms, Heated Garage in Amisk! Make this your home with all the work done on it and in great location in Amisk! Landscaped huge yard, nice deck, and with large heated garage. Inside the 4bdrm/2bath home is well maintained with big bright windows, nice kitchen and eating area and big living room. Basement is fully finished, large Laundry, great storage, very energy efficient and lots of outside parking and back lane, just a terrific property. Asking $199,000. View on jeffgolka.ca
Nicely Updated Home with heated Garage in Sedgewick! Beautifully done, 2 Bedroom/4pc bath home ready to move into in Sedgewick. Ideal Seniors residence with bedroom on the main level, easy grade level entry into home, nice garage with covered area for working outside and short walk downtown. Nice Appliances and upgrades like bathroom, flooring, siding and zero maintenance metal roof. $109,000. View at www. jeffgolka.ca “my listings”!
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3.43 acre Acreage next to Golf Course and Hardisty Lake! What a premium property to own! Its just a short walk to the driving range and Golf course or Hardisty Lake Park. Level and ready to build on: Asking $99,000. Make your offer today and build! View on jeffgolka.ca
VIKING ACREAGE Amazing Viking Home and Acreage, built to Stand test of Time! Modern gorgeous Brick and Cedar home built to last, rare 2x8 R40walls, 1590sqft of fine craftsmanship, stone wood burning fireplace with underfloor heating both basement/double garage w/floor drain. Cool in the summer, warm in winter 4 bedrooms/3baths, gorgeous country kitchen, open design, walkout deck to amazing 4.84acre yard with creek, firepit and woodshed. Two entries are all gravelled for truck or trailer access and heated insulated workshop, with many newer additional buildings included with full mature and manicured yard and only 4 miles to Viking. Price $498,000. www.jeffgolka.ca
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Legacy Estate Acreage, Fully Serviced Lots for Sale! Great spot with surrounding trees, private and quiet area of Hughenden at Legacy Estates. This development is ideal for those looking to have a new home and room for large garage or workshop. These beautiful acreages vary in size from half acre to over 3 acres, a choice of 5 Lots from $34,000 - $79,000. Ideal for families, retired couples that want country life or to remain in the area close to the farm. Only 30 minutes to Wainwright for more services, local groceries and K-12 school, rec centre and community spirit! www.jeffgolka.ca
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Daysland Scarecrow Festival features super creative entries
LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTOS
The bar’s been set high on Main Street for creativity in the town’s October Scarecrow Festival, with new entries popping up regularly. It’s flu shot season, and Daysland Pharmacy has a hilarious display out front.
Now that’s just plain creepy. The very weekend the sequel to Stephen King’s scary horror movie It comes out, this character moves into the neighbourhood and sets himself in front of the Palace Theatre for the October Scarecrow Festival in Daysland.
Heisler Annual Sausage Supper Sunday, October 27 This lovely couple have taken it upon themselves to become the greeters for Daysland’s Rusty Daisy on Main Street. They say they’ve come to town to catch the Scarecrow Festival.
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It's always fun when Sedgewick turns into Sedgerock for the night. I hope everyone who wanted to take the concert in had a chance to. To quote a friend, “People were living their best lives.” And it's always great to see all the different community groups come together to make it happen while raising money for their department. To find out more about the concert, please see the pages of photos elsewhere in this issue of The Community Press. Did you know there's a great way to support the Wild Rose Co-op Recre-
ation Centre and yourself? The Wild Rose Co-op Association supports community initiatives and you can help by purchasing gift cards at the town office. Every dollar of each Co-op gift card spent results in a 6 per cent dividend to the Wild Rose Coop Recreation Centre and you, as a Wild Rose Cooperative member, will also receive your full dividend. These cards could also be a unique gift, used as a donation to a local service club such as the Flagstaff Food Bank, or as a stocking stuffer for Christmas. We went to a birthday party at the Lougheed Field House this weekend; it's definitely a great place to hold a family get-together or any sort of event. The kids had endless
Sedgewick bowling is back high single of +90 and Team Moss scored a high triple of +12. While these teams performed well See BOWLING P24
certain blocks or streets, but they still have to finish some work on paving stones and in the planted areas. It took a bit longer than anticipated, but you can park in front of your favourite stores again and access all businesses from the front. Quick reminder, the home opener for the Sedgewick Sabres is this Friday at the Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre against the Coronation Royals. Sunday is the United Church fall supper fundraiser at the Community Hall. Don't miss out! On Oct. 17 in Sedgewick
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four tables and three extra players enjoyed a game of whist, a really nice lunch, and plenty of company. Robert Drager was the men’s high and travel, mystery was Bob Taylor, and low was Grant
Cheram. The ladies’ high was Edith Lunty, travel was Millie Meyers, mystery was Jeanette Harris, and low was Shirley Swanson. Everybody is invited to join them in Lougheed this Thursday.
Sedgewick Golf Club Annual General Meeting at Sedgewick Golf Club House
Monday, October 28 at 7pm
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Bowling has started again in Sedgewick and the first week’s results have come rolling in Sedgewick Ladies Afternoon Bowling, which took place on Oct. 15 and 16, is first. The high single of 202 and high triple of 550 were both scored by Verna Erickson. She also has the high average of 183; a clean sweep to start the season. As for teams, the Bowling Bags scored the high single of +71 and the Rolling Pins scored the high triple of +2. Despite the other teams’ peak performances, the Alley Oops managed to start out ahead with four points. The bowler of the week was Ruth Lucki, with a score of +40. Vi Sloboda bowled the first turkey of the season for the ladies. Next up is Sedgewick Seniors Bowling, which was played from Oct. 15 to 17. The men’s high single of 242 was scored by Daren Lien and the high triple of 673 was scored by Garry Klein. The ladies’ high single of 219 was scored by Noreen Hennig and the high triple of 568 was Verna Erickson. Klein and Erickson also scored the high averages in their categories, with Erickson scoring an average of 189 and Klein scoring an average of 214. Team Wylie scored a
places to run and play while others could watch through the big glass windows and not miss any of the fun. If you ever need a place for an event, give them a call. Bowling season has started and a few teams are short a player for seniors’ bowling in the mornings. Or, if you know some players and would like to participate with your own team, you are welcome to do so as well. If this interests you, please contact Verna Erickson or Carolyn Lucas. Main Street is done! Well, basically. You can drive across town again without having to avoid
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Prairie Song exceeds expectations Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Recently the Spirit of the Land Foundation held its first fundraiser, called Prairie Song, on Saturday, Oct. 5, and were pleasantly surprised at the result. “We were very happy with how the event turned out,” says Raj Rathnavalu, from the Foundation. “We were so pleased to have such talented musicians: Ryan Lindsay, Troy Kokol, Joni Delaurier, and JJ Shiplet, who were amazing. They shared many behind-thescenes stories about their music and the inspiration behind their song writing. “The local Alberta Food Initiative provided wonderful food, and we had more than 180 attendees, which exceeded our initial hopes.” Rathnavalu says with great auction items and supportive attendees, the event managed to raise $6,000. “These funds will go towards providing further education programs that will continue to connect students with natural and rural spaces.”
have access to capital or are unable to start farming burdened with high debt.” Rathnavalu says that a team of individuals interested in supporting the co-op venture to purchase Sunrise Farm, presently located in Flagstaff County and owned by Don and Marie Ruzicka, meet regularly each Monday to discuss strategy going forward. “We have a longer strategy session planned
He says, “Now the cooperative side of this venture will kick into high gear as we develop our membership drive to gather support to purchase and operate Sunrise Farm. “This is important for the prairies as much of our farmland will change hands in the coming years. “We’re hoping to find a model that will provide land access to next-generation farmers who do not
NOVEMBER 6
Killam Mayor Ben Kellert offered his services as live auctioneer during the Prairie Song fundraiser for the Spirit of the Land Foundation.
UNRESERVED ACREAGE AUCTION
Friday, October 25
DOUG AND DEBBIE HANSON (DIAMOND “D”) WETASKIWIN, ALBERTA SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2019 AT 10:00 A.M. LOCATION: Wetaskiwin, Alberta - 472050 Highway 814 DIRECTIONS: Being from the Junction of Highway 13 & Secondary 814 in Wetaskiwin, go 4½ miles north on Secondary 814; Or From Millet Petro Canada go 3 miles east to stop sign, then 2½ miles south on Secondary 814.
Watch For Signs. GST will be charged where applicable. Lunch Available.
Turkey with all the trimmings
Homemade Pies All proceeds to God’s Acre Cemetery
2019 ABP FALL PRODUCER MEETINGS ZONE 4
on Nov. 2,” he says. “We’ve also partnered with Rural Routes to offer a Farmers Co-op Workshop on Nov. 14.” Rathnavalu says the key goals of setting up the co-op, “Are to build on Don and Marie’s stewardship and provide opportunity for next-generation farmers.” He says the group is still strategizing about solutions on how to accomplish that. “I can’t say See PRAIRIE SONG P16
ALL MEETINGS START AT 7 p.m. FREE SUPPER 6 p.m. YOUNGSTOWN, HALL
NOVEMBER 12 HARDISTY, LEGION HALL NOVEMBER 13 HOMESTEAD COULEE, HALL Directions to Homestead Coulee Hall from X19103AA2 Hanna: Drive 4.8 km west on Highway 9 to secondary 862 south, and 48 km to the road’s end at the hall. Directions to Homestead Coulee Hall from Drumheller: Take Highway 10 east to secondary 570 through Dorothy for 56 km. It is on the right-hand side at the junction of 862 and 570.
Join us at a meeting in your area to hear about the work ABP has done this year, and to help set direction for the year to come. ZONE 4 INCLUDES:
Paintearth County No. 18, Flagstaff County, Provost No. 52, Wainwright No. 61, Special Area No. 2 (north of the Red Deer River), Special Area No. 3, Special Area No. 4.
Backhoe: 2003 NH LB75B 4WD Extend-AHoe, CAH, shuttle shift trans, 24” digging bucket c/w F.E.L. & 1.3 yard bucket, 6654 hrs., S/N 31-44397 Backhoe Attachments: 36” Clean Up Bucket; 18” Hensley Frost Bucket; 18” Digging Bucket; Pallet Forks Trailers: 1990 Tandem Dually Flat Deck Trailer, 8½x19’ c/w 7½’ air lift ramp, 10,000-lb axles, Pintle hitch, brakes, lights, c/w alum. fuel tank & tool boxes, fresh safety, S/N 12577; Two Single Axle Trailer Frames, need 8’x10’ decks; ½-T Box Trailer c/w lights; 16’ Tandem Axle Car Hauler Trailer, NVSN Tractor: MF 35 Special Gas Tractor, PTO, 3-ph, good rubber Equipment: JD 513 3-ph Flail Mower; 8” Drag Disc; (6) Diamond Harrows Collector Equipment: MH 30 Tractor c/w 3-ph PTO, belt pulley; Ground Drive Hay Rake; H Semi Mount Mower; Horse Rake; Horse Mower; Cockshutt Manure Spreader; Bennett Wagon Frame; Walking Plow; Water Pump; Assort. Old Machinery; Assort. Wooden Wagon Wheels; Assort. Steel Wheels Horse Equipment: Billy Cook 15½” Western Roping Saddle c/w breast collar & back cinch; Clover Bar 15½” Western Saddle; English Saddle c/w pad; *All Saddles are like new*; Assort. Halters, Bridles, Head Stalls, Bits, Saddle Pads, Lead Shanks; Sunbeam Clippers; (2) Oster Clippers; Farrior Tools; Split & Bell Boots; Tombstone Round Bale Feeder; (12) 5bar x 10’ Panels; New Stock Watering Bowl; 5’x20’ Texas Gate; Harness Parts Vehicles: 1984 International S1600 3T Truck, 5x2-sp trans, V-8 c/w 16’ cube van body, new rubber, S/N 1HYLAHGM2EHA35963; 1979 Porsche 924, 2D, 4-sp trans, to be restored Yard Equipment: Cub Cadet Zero Turn Lawn Mower c/w 50” deck, 336 hrs., like new; 48” Lawn Sweep; Assort. Push Mowers; (2) FrontMount Grasshopper Lawn Mowers for parts Shop Equipment: 4-Post 8000-lb Vehicle Hoist; HD Floor Drill Press c/w tappered chuck Miller 230-amp Thunder Bolt AC-DC Welder c/w
cables; Caroline HD Steel Band Saw; Clarke Mig Welder; Yamaha MF 160 Gas Pressure Washer; Ingersoll Rand Air Compressor; SnapOn 420-amp Fast Charger; Versa 3150E Diesel 2500 PSI Pressure Washer; Honda EU 3000 Inverter Generator c/w rebuilt engine; Yamaha EF 2000 Generator; Yamaha EF 2400 Inverter Generator, like new; Snap-On Load Tester; 5000-Watt Inverter; Large Assort. of Snap-On Tools; 3/8” - ¾” Air Impact Wrenches; Pullers; ¾” Socket Sets; Stihl Chainsaws; Warn 10,000lb 12V Winch; 2½”x50’ Tow Rope; 5T Floor Jack See Picture; Large Assort. Openend Wrenches Socket Sets; 100’ HD Cord c/w reel; New Dewalt Cut-off Saw; Large Selection of Power Tools; Angle Drills; Hammer Drills; Radial Arm Saws; Table Saws; 12,000-lb 12V Winch; Jumpin Jack Dirt Wacker; Propane Heaters; Air Oil Pumps & Greaser; Hammers; Pipe Wrenches; Tool Boxes & Chests; Cutting Torch & bottles; Welding Tables; Ridgid Pipe Vise; Many more shop items too numerous to mention Miscellaneous: Approx. 35-40’ Power Poles, like new; 10’ Snow Grooming Blade; 15’ Gravel Box; Treated Blocking; (2) Spools Wire Line Cable; Treated 12”x12” Timbers; Assort. Chainlink Gates & Gate Posts; Shop Built Wood Heater; Assortment of Crossarms; Assortment of 6”-8” Pipe for posts; 8’ x 20’ Oilfield Skid; Steel Platforms & Catwalk; (2) Log Picnic Tables; Propane Bar-B-Q & Hot Plate; Propane Patio Heater; Louisiana Pellet Bar-B-Q; Many more items Antiques: Wooden Wash Machine; (2) Crank Separators; Beam Scale; Brass Pot; Coal Oil Heater; Wooden Barrels; Copper Lined Wooden Box; Cream Cans; Grain Scoop; Barn Lanterns; (2) Painted Cross Cut Saws; Enamel Coffee Pot; (2) Copper Fire Extinguishers; Crank Gramaphone; Forest Crosley Land to Sea Radio; Wicker Headboard Bed; Neck Yoke; Steel Tetter Totter; Merry-Go Round & Round Slide; Steel Wheels; Oak Table c/w China Cabinet, hand built; Horse Cultivator
Visit our website for full listings and pictures: www.millersauctionservice.com Auctioneer Note: Mr. and Mrs. Hanson are selling their acreage therefore this Sale. Lots of good tools & Merchandise on this Sale. For more information call Doug Hanson at home 780-352-6330 or cell. 780-3876245 or Miller’s Auction Service at 780-789-2226 or 780-920-6738. www.millersauctionservice.com License No. 200809 Box 71, Sunnybrook, AB
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Working as a team at the polls Libby Whittall 780-888-5097
Alliance libbywhittall@gmail.com
Election day in Alliance dawned with me crawling out of bed at 6 a.m. Monday morning with the federal government’s expectation that I would be at the community hall in 30 minutes to begin setting up for our electors. The morning usually would not feel so early, except on the previous two days we had been working very hard to put on the Alliance United Church supper. I’m still adjusting to being in society and the whole dinner event, although very fun, was mentally exhausting. Laura Towers, my fellow election worker, had warned me a few weeks ago that it was going to be a tough pull for her and I to work both events, but she was confident we could do it. As I left the church dinner clean up I didn’t feel so sure. But as always, duty
takes precedence and as I rushed out the door at 6:25 a.m. on Monday morning after remembering not to dress in any partisan colors, my adrenaline was beginning to surge. There were three of us working together and the first thing that was very apparent to me was that we all had different working styles, which made for a good team. My high energy was balanced by Allan’s methodical care and Laura’s take-charge attitude kept everything moving in the right direction. In a repeat of the church dinner, people began to arrive 30 minutes early and once the doors were open and voting began, it was pretty much non-stop for 12 hours. I had gone into the experience with wildly swinging expectations how it was going to go, but thankfully everything went very smoothly. The stack of mailed out voter cards grew every hour, as did new voter registrations.
A federal election is serious business in Alliance and that sobriety was reflected in people’s faces as they went into the voting booth, everyone determined to try to swing the country towards their party’s way of thinking. When the voting finally ended and the doors were locked at 7:30 p.m. the real fun began. By that point I had drunk so much superstrong coffee that I was almost bouncing off the walls. I began to rush around, taking things down and organizing stuff in my own way when Allan reminded me that everything had to be done in a certain manner, designed so that all polling stations across the country would be exactly the same. Doing things by the book has never been my forté and it was a struggle to get my highly caffeinated brain under control so I could work as part of the team. It ended up well, as the others would call out when they needed something and I could
rush around to find it. On Sunday morning we had a pulpit exchange with Sedgwick United Church. The minister was originally from Africa and he reminded us to be thankful for peaceful elections, unlike the violence experienced in many other countries around the world. His message was taken from the Old Testament book of Daniel. We were reminded that governments and powerful countries come and go with the years and not to distress ourselves over these things. The more important thing is to find peace, joy, and love right now in our personal lives regardless of the surrounding political landscape. If you have any news or ideas for stories, please send them to my email above. Bye for now.
Another federal election is in the history books and a leader has been chosen who will lead our great country! What an incredible land we live in; that we have the freedom to choose who will govern. Regardless of which colour you supported, regardless of which team you stood behind, it is now absolutely vital that we do all we can to encourage and support and pray for the one who has been allowed to be in this position. We have been exhorted numerous times in God’s Letter to us, called The Bible, to do just that. 1 Timothy 2:1-2 says: “I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercessions and thanksgiving be made for all people – for kings and all those who are in authority, that we may live peaceable and quiet lives
in all godliness and holiness.” Again in 1 Peter 2:17 “Show respect to everyone, Love the family of believers, Honour the emperor.” And once more in Romans 13:1 “Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.” Each one of us has a divine responsibility to pray for our leaders and I truly believe that if we prayed for our leaders as much or more than we complain about them and criticize them that we would live in a whole different situation in our land. Let us take the time to pray for and encourage our leaders. Ben Kellert Killam Pentecostal Church
FOR SALE BY TENDER
The following briefly described property is hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to the reservations, exceptions, and encumbrances contained in the existing certificate of title: NE 32-43-14 W4, containing 153 cultivated acres more or less, excepting thereout all mines and minerals FEATURES of this property: -Approximately 153 acres under cultivation. -Land is located in Flagstaff County, 5 miles west and 3 miles south of Killam, Alberta. The sale of the land is subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter mentioned: • Seller makes no warranties or representations about the property’s size/measurement, condition or environmental status. • Buyer is responsible for all costs associated with registration of Transfer. • Tender price shall be excluding G.S.T. • Tenders in writing will be received by the lawyer noted below up to but not after 12:00 o’clock noon on November 1, 2019. Tenders should be forwarded to Andreassen Borth Law Office, Killam, Alberta in a sealed envelope marked “Robson Tender.” A certified cheque payable to Andreassen Borth equal to 5% of the purchase price must accompany the tender. • The balance of the purchase price to be paid by solicitor’s trust cheque or certified funds on or before November 15, 2019 (“Possession Date”). No adjustment for property taxes which will be paid in full by Sellers. • Mineral rights, if any, are not included in the sale. • The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Seller may reject any or all tenders. • If successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited.
The following briefly described property is hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to the reservations, exceptions, and encumbrances contained in the existing certificate of title: W ½ 35-46-15 W4, containing 318 cultivated acres more or less, excepting thereout all mines and minerals FEATURES of this property: -Approximately 318 acres under cultivation. -Land is located in Flagstaff County, 12 miles north of Strome, Alberta. The sale of the land is subject to the terms and conditions hereinafter mentioned: • Existing lease with current tenant which lease expires after harvest of the 2020 crop. • Any successful tenderer will receive the 2020 rent from the current tenant • Seller makes no warranties or representations about the property’s size/measurement, condition or environmental status. • Buyer is responsible for all costs associated with registration of Transfer. • Tender price shall be excluding G.S.T. • Tenders in writing will be received by the lawyer noted below up to but not after 12:00 o’clock noon on November 1, 2019. Tenders should be forwarded to Andreassen Borth Law Office, Killam, • Alberta in a sealed envelope marked “Slavik Tender.” A certified cheque payable to Andreassen Borth equal to 5% of the purchase price must accompany the tender. • The balance of the purchase price to be paid by solicitor’s trust cheque or certified funds on or before December 20, 2019, 2019 (“Possession Date”). No adjustment for property taxes which will be paid in full by Seller. • Any successful tenderer will receive the 2020-2021 surface lease payment, if paid, ($2,900.00) without adjustment. • Mineral rights, if any, are not included in the sale. • The two quarter sections may be sold individually or as a unit. • The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. The Seller may reject any or all tenders. • If successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited.
For further particulars please contact Rick at 780-385-0423. Andreassen Borth Barristers & Solicitors 5014 50 Street, P.O. Box 727, Killam, AB T0B 2L0
For further particulars please contact Aubrey at 780-376-3634. Andreassen Borth Barristers & Solicitors 5014 50 Street, P.O. Box 727, Killam, AB T0B 2L0
FOR SALE BY TENDER
The Community Press, Wednesday, October 23, 2019 - Page 11
Local teams play hard in Forestburg Falcons volleyball tourney
LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTOS
The Forestburg Falcons Sr. Girls faced the Hughenden Wildcats in this matchup during the annual two-day Senior Girls volleyball tournament in Forestburg on Friday, Oct. 18, and Saturday, Oct. 19.
The Central High Sedgewick Public School Sr. Lams volleyball team squared off against St. Mary’s in this full-of-action match during the Forestburg two-day tournament Oct. 18 and 19.
It’s Time Once Again To Fill The Tree! The CP; Eric & Ally Anderson; Kerry, Michelle, Brennan, & Garrett Anderson; Frankie & Dennis Cryderman; Gordie & Rhoda Robbins; Chris’s Waterwell Service; Lynne Jenkinson, Austin Hanson; George & Jean Gabruck
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PEROGY SUPPER Saturday, November 2 Bruce Community Centre
SUPPER FROM 6 TO 8 P.M. Adults: $15 Under 12: $8 Under 6: FREE Dancers! Refreshments! Sponsored by The Bruce Ag Society
All funds go to the Flagstaff Christmas Sharing Program. Donations can be made by mail - Box 99, Sedgewick, AB. T0B 4C0 or in-person at the Killam Community Press office. Cheques or Cash only please.
Stop by the CP office in Killam and add your name, your family members, your staff, your co-workers, or your business/ organization; or mail us a donation indicating what names you’d like added to the tree! All names are printed in the paper every week leading up to Christmas!
Give Christmas to the less fortunate this year! We don’t keep a single dime. It ALL goes to the right place!
The Community Press Sedgewick Archives Building will be the site of this year’s Christmas Sharing Program once again! See future ads for details on how to apply, when/where to pick up, or how to volunteer your time.
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Cozy 2bdrm renovated bungalow ready to move into. Park like yard, single heated garage w/attached carport. Call Corey. $60,000 MLS CA0119631
Great 1,367 sq. ft. 3 bdrm family home. Main floor laundry, completed basement, central A/C. Attached double garage. Sits on corner lot. Call Corey $170,000 MLS #CA0154149
1,072 sq. ft. family bungalow in quiet cul de sac, 4 bedrooms. Completed basement. Detached double garage with room for RV parking with back lane access. Comes w/5 appliances. Call Corey $180,000 MLS #CA0172252
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60’x120’ residential lot ready for your modular home to be moved onto. Seller has moved their mobile home off and deck and partial fence remain for you. Located on a quiet street. Call Bud or Deanna. $24,000. MLS CA0158168
HEISLER Why rent when you can own for less. Great 1.5 storey home on beautiful treed lot. Call Andy $29,900 MLS #CA0161418
Cozy 2 bedroom bungalow situated in quiet private setting. Large yard with deck, storage, double garage with office/workshop built in. Perfect for a small family or as a get-a-way. Call Bud or Deanna $44,900 MLS #CA0172943
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This 1,590 sq. ft. bungalow with attached garage sits on 2 lots. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, main floor laundry. Basement with large family room and plenty of storage. Fully fenced yard. Call Loni $124,900 MLS #CA0181446
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2,470 sq. ft., 5 bedroom 2 storey home. Features large kitchen dining nook, formal dining room, family room off kitchen, main floor laundry. Large backyard with south facing deck, A/C, garden shed. This is a beautiful must see home. Call Corey $300,000 MLS #CA0169639
Beautiful 4 bedroom bungalow minutes to school, Heritage Park and play area. Fully finished lower level, large fully fenced back yard, detached garage. Call Bud or Deanna $174,000 MLS #CA0158534
Very nice 5 bdrm cottage style home w/addition on large corner lot. Large deck, single garage w/workshop area. Immediate possession. Call Bud or Deanna. $174,900. MLS CA0148078
1,360 sq. ft. bungalow totally renovated from inside out, up and down. Open floor plan w/2 bdrms. Covered screened deck. Move-in ready. Call Corey. $118,900 MLS CA0136425
Beautiful 3 bedroom modular home on large lot. Open kitchen/living space with vaulted ceilings. Come with AC and is wheelchair accessible. Detached 26’x30’ detached garage w/workbench, shed and RV parking. Affordable starter or retirement home. Call Loni $149,000 MLS #CA0157496
Amazing 1,483 sq. ft. bungalow. Bright and spacious, 2 bedrooms, main floor laundry. Completed basement. Separate entrance into a completed suite. Beautiful treed yard, RV parking, stone patio, pond and fruit trees. Call Loni $229,000 MLS #CA0168989
SEDGEWICK
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3 Bdrm bungalow on corner lot. Partially completed basement. Dbl garage. Brick inlay driveway. Call Corey. $140,000 MLS CA0103808
4-plex has 4 spacious suites with many renovations. Stable occupancy. Property well looked after. Great revenue property. Call Bud or Deanna $249,900 MLS #CA0166570
Ideal revenue property! Centrally located in this 1,274 sq. ft. bungalow with fully furnished basement set up as a suite. Live upstairs and rent the lower level. Detached double garage. Quick possession. Call Bud or Deanna. $129,000 MLS#CA0158376
Cozy 1.5 storey home on huge lot. 1 bdrm, bath, laundry on main floor, bdrm and bonus rooms on upper level. Single garage, shed. Call Bud or Deanna. $88,000 MLS #CA0159346
2 bedroom bungalow with many renos. Very clean and well maintained. Call Corey. $78,900 MLS CA0080889.
KILLAM
Renovated 1,014 sq. ft. 4 bedroom bungalow on a corner lot. Bright living space with updated kitchen, flooring, paint, lighting, shingles hot water tank and more. Call Loni $221,000 MLS #CA0169251
3 bedroom mobile home on its own lot, backs onto the 9 tee box on the golf course. Call Vern. $72,900. MLS CA0075798
Natasha Mayne Associate 780-781-2323
SEDGEWICK
Newer 3 bedroom, 2 bath modular home. Open floor plan with den area, master suite w/bath and walk in closet. Private yard with large deck. Shed, RV parking. Quick possession. Call Bud or Deanna $139,900 MLS #CA0169753
COMMERCIAL DAYSLAND - metal clad truck barn on 1.34 acres. Call Brad $164,000 MLS #CA0158121 -------FORESTBURG - 3,000 sq. ft. bldg set up for retail or office space. Storage area behind front, large shop/work area set up for a body shop. Call Corey. $92,000. MLS CA0111479 -------FORESTBURG – Building and business. Turn key business opportunity. Recycling bottle, electronic depot, café & ice cream shop. Highway location. Call Corey $920,000 MLS #CA0177964 -------HARDISTY - Building located downtown that can easily be converted to suite your needs. Features showroom/office area, walkin coller, wide open work space, large freight door at grade, outdoor storage area. Call Bud or Deanna $298,000 MLS #CA0167853 -------KILLAM - Residential 65’x120’ lot. Ready for development. Call Bud or Deanna. $35,000. MLS #CA0137753 -------KILLAM - Residential 65’x120’ lot ready to develop. Call Bud or Deanna $35,000 MLS #CA0149338 -------KILLAM - Corner residential 50’x120’ lot. Ready for development. Call Bud or Deanna $39,000 MLS #CA0149333 -------KILLAM - Residential 84’x120’ lot. Ready for development. Call Bud or Deanna $49,000 MLS #CA0149337 -------KILLAM - Various commercial lots available. Tax incentives available to help get you started. For sizes and pricing call Deanna or Bud. -------SEDGEWICK – lot in retail district. Includes storage building. Call Bud or Deanna. $15,000 MLS #CA0126374 -------SEDGEWICK – Prime location on 48 Ave. 9 lots with 236 ft. of frontage ready to develop. Call Bud or Deanna. $40,000. MLS CA0161565 -------SEDGEWICK - large lot in retail area. Zoned as central commercial. Call Bud or Deanna $60,000 MLS #CA0126408 -------SEDGEWICK - Building and business for sale. 2,092 sq. ft. motel/burger bar with live-in suite. 26 seating capacity, 7 fully furnished suites. 2 storage sheds. Call Loni $245,000 MLS #CA0156439 -------SEDGEWICK - 2,400 sq. ft. office building and land. Office spaces with board room, front desk area, metal roof, AC. Just turn the key and set up. Call Loni $300,000. MLS CA0168968 -------STETTLER - bar, night club or live venue space. Seating for 120, large dance floor with lighting. Currently 5 pool tables, foosball, big screen TVs, internet, jukebox, full sound system w/DJ equipped. Capacity for 295 people. Motivated seller. Call Vern $84,900 MLS #CA016246
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Haunted Train Ride a ghostly experience Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Friends of the Battle River Rail is a group of hard-working volunteers that plan and man excursions on the Battle River Rail NGC short line rail, which runs from Alliance for 52 miles to where it joins up with the main line between Kelsey and Camrose. On Saturday, Oct. 19, these volunteers picked up passengers in Kelsey for a very special haunted train excursion, featuring ghoulish decorations and ghost stories, along with delicacies that followed a deliciously ghoulish theme for snacks and supper. “Brains?” asked volunteers Joanne McMahon and John Oberg, working their way down the aisle of the 1950’s passenger train, offering passengers the first of two delicious snacks. Earlier snacks on the way to Kelsey included eyeballs and worms.... As Forestburg approached, guests were offered delicious ‘mummies’ to whet their appetites.
The rail cars from the caboose, open air car, and passenger car were decorated to reflect the spooky nature of the day’s excursion, “A Haunted Train ride,” with ravens and skulls, as well as many spooky dioramas. During the ride back to Forestburg in the dimly lit train, a professional story teller told spine chilling ghost stories. When the train arrived at the station, it became very clear that this organization has a lot of very talented volunteers, as the ghoulish decorations on the train were just a prelude to the newly renovated station full of macabre ghosts, ravens, bats, and skeletons! Passengers took a short walk for a visit to the truly spooky former Forestburg Theatre, the perfect setting for a chilling tale of ghosts and murder! After finding their socks, passengers returned to the station for a ghoulishly good meal that continued the ghostly theme, before embarking on the final leg of their journey back to Kelsey, where smiling day-
time skeletons and candles were now leering lights and ghostly flickers come the dark. Wonderfully comfortable, the seats are cozy in the toasty warm passenger car, and the train travels smoothly over the rails. The group makes sure to thank the Battle River Rail NGC for use of the rail and engines during each excursion, but the work that goes into planning, decorating, executing, and hosting each run is entirely volunteer. The Friends group tries to get corporate sponsors for each of their runs, and offer 11 differently themed runs that are extremely popular with visitors to the area, and offer a way for the communities served by the rail to really showcase their hospitality. The next run is the classic Oktoberfest Heisler Sausage Supper run, on Oct. 27, taking advantage of a 64-year tradition in excellence from the community to provide a taste of the unique and delicious sausage that’s made the event a can’t-miss in the community for decades.
See full listings at www.realtor.ca Loni Bergum Associate 780-385-2000
Bud James Associate 780-385-0027
Deanna Lunde Associate 780-385-1900
Otto Sellin Associate 780-608-3820
Heather Ryan Associate 780-878-8021
Jade Hulkovich Jennifer Shields Associate Associate 587-322-3747 780-781-3304
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Nancy Snook Dale Bowal Andy Zetsen Associate Associate Broker Associate 780-608-9427 780-679-4678 780-781-5346
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Wendy Graff Associate 780-608-6082
Brad Forestier Associate 780-915-5399
Rose Country Realty Ltd. BROKER INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED
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Spacious 3 bedroom bungalow in quiet cul de sac. Basement with some renovations. Large deck, double garage, quiet back yard. Affordable home or revenue property. Call Bud or Deanna $140,000 MLS #CA0179897
Beautiful 4 bedroom bungalow features an open concept living area, large family room and dry sauna downstairs. Large back yard with single garage and RV parking. Immediate possession. Call Bud or Deanna $159,000 MLS #CA0181140
Great starter family bungalow w/attached and detached rear garage. Fully fenced yard. Call Loni. $163,900. MLS CA0114461
SEDGEWICK
Great 3 bedroom bungalow with newly renovated kitchen, windows, siding, shingles. 2 decks, fenced yard, single garage, RV parking. All this on 3 lots. Across from school. Call Loni $169,000 MLS #CA0165103
This 1,332 sq. ft. 5 bdrm bungalow features in-floor heat, enclosed patio, RV parking and near golf course on large corner lot. Large living space w/double sided woodburning fireplace, spacious kitchen, completed basement. Quick possession! Call Loni $244,900 MLS #CA0160904
Recently updated beautiful 3 bedroom bungalow with beautiful park-like back yard. Features large rear entry, spacious rooms, 3 season room w/hot tub. Heated, water serviced double garage, RV parking. Very well looked after property. Call Bud or Deanna $299,000 MLS #CA0174995
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3 bdrm bungalow, main floor laundry, custom built dining/living room cabinets. Huge back yard, 20’x26’ garage. Call Bud or Deanna. $119,500. MLS CA0153119
Very nice 936 sq. ft. 3 bdrm bungalow just steps to school and shopping. Carport, patio area. Quick possession. Call Bud or Deanna. $137,900. MLS CA0153114
3,506 sq. ft. bungalow including an indoor pool. 3 bdrms, 2 baths on main floor with 3 pc bath in pool area, family room w/fireplace, completed basement. Fully fenced backyard. Call Loni $299,000 MLS #CA0153046
ACREAGES KILLAM – 3 acres of residential land within town limits. Call Bud or Deanna. $70,000. MLS #CA0163996
ACREAGES NEAR KILLAM/SEDGEWICK 15 acre parcel of land situated on Hwy 13 close to Flagstaff Regional Airport. Highway frontage. Zoned Highway Commercial District. Various permitted uses. Call Bud or Deanna $99,000. MLS #CA0170950
Perfect starter acreage with 3.11 acres. This 4 bdrm mobile home is move in ready. Nice layout with second door to back yard w/large garden plot, 3 sheds. Meticulously kept yard. Less than 1/2 mile off pavement. Call Loni $285,000 MLS #CA0175725
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ACREAGES
Privacy and park-like setting of this beautiful 6.33 acre parcel. Approx. 2 storey 3,000 sq. ft. home above ground with completed basement. Huge country kitchen and family room, main floor laundry. Spiral staircase leads upstairs to 4 spacious bedrooms. Large deck plus 3/4 wrap around deck off master bedroom. Double detached garage, 40x60 shop, numerous storage buildings along with hook ups for a mobile home on property. Call Vern. $399,000 MLS #CA0178369
Perfect acreage consisting of 4.60 acres for you and your small business close to town. Modern bungalow with large attached double garage. Huge shop/storage building plus office area, washroom facility and mezzanine. Private location and on pavement. Call Bud or Deanna $519,000 MLS #CA0179676
This acreage is only 1/2 mile off pavement consisting of 13.64 acres. 1,492 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms, open concept kitchen/ living area, main floor laundry, AC and undeveloped basement. 32’x44’ garage concrete pad ready to be built on and a massive deck with gazebo. Quiet country living! Call Loni $379,000 MLS #CA0177110
This private acreage with 3.48 acres has it all! 2,500 sq. ft. bungalow of living space on main floor w/3 bdrms and 1,406 sq. ft. completed basement w/2 bdrms. 40x60 shop w/30x30 addition-paint booth. Acreage very well sheltered. Call Loni $569,900 MLS #CA0161541
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Iron Creek 4-H Club holds its annual general meeting Dayna Ruzicka Club Reporter
The Iron Creek 4-H Beef Club held our annual general meeting on Friday, Oct. 11, at the Killam United Church. We had an election of
officers and they are as follows: Serena Klatt, President; Ben Lang, Vice-President; Aleah Klatt, Secretary; Porter Lang, Treasurer; Kade Rancier, Assistant Treasurer; David Ruzicka and Abby Rancier, District
October 2019 Meetings
Council Meeting Flagstaff County Council Meetings are conducted the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month commencing at 9 a.m. Council and Committee meeting agendas are available at the County’s website at: flagstaff.ab.ca/council/meetings-andminutes
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Representatives; Dayna Ruzicka, Club Reporter; Harley-Rey Stevenson, Kowen Oberg, and Bailey Oberg, Club Historians; Garth and Angela Rancier, Leaders. We adopted Cleaver Kids into our club again
this year and Jenine Ruzicka is the Cleaver leader. We also added cooking as a new project in our club this year; Shelley Brodie is leading that project. We then held our re-
organizational meeting for 2019-2020. We had reports on Achievement Day, the Regional Heifer Show, and 4-H Camp. We discussed workshops, family jobs, committees, and club
responsibilities. We talked about meeting expectations and supplies, we set club dues, and we made fundraising decisions. Our next meeting is weigh-in on Oct. 27.
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Public Works Updates Please refer to www.flagstaff.ab.ca for up-to-date road work happening throughout the County. Gravel: Gravel is available for sale to a maximum of 150 tonnes/year per residential/ farm/acreage site. Gravel is not available for sale to commercial users. Anyone wishing to purchase gravel must contact the Public Works Department to obtain a “Permission for Purchase of Gravel” form. Gravel will not be loaded out of a pit without this form. Gravel sales will be limited to the following dates in 2019: • October 23
Private Laneway Maintenance: Flagstaff County will once again be undertaking snow plowing on private laneways. Please contact the Public Works Department at 780-384-4123 for further details regarding this service. We will begin laneway inspections in November.
Road Recovery Gravel sales are limited to the following gravel pits: Mazure Pit (NE 16-43-09 W4); Skori Pit #2 (N 1/2 09-46-11 W4); Barber Stockpile Crews are working on the following shoulder pulling projects: (NE 17-44-09 W4); and Daysland Stockpile (SE 13-45-17 W4), • Northeast of Daysland on Township Road 454, east from providing a loader is available at that gravel pit on that particular day. Range Road 162 to Range Road 160 2.0 miles. Please call John Guhle, Field Coordinator - Gravel, at 780-390-0321 to make arrangements or to obtain information regarding a list of available aggregate products and pricing. Flagstaff County does not haul gravel for ratepayers. Hauling arrangements must be made by the ratepayer.
Please keep in mind that our seasonal crews will be out working on our roadways and to use extreme caution while travelling on these roads while they are being maintained in any way. We thank you in advance for your cooperation during this season.
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Prairie Song Continued from Page 8 we’ve landed on a final structure. At the moment, the co-operative model seems to be best, with a “patient money” approach that has broader aims than just monetary ROI. “As Dan Ohler from the San Guido Co-operative said to me, “There are many forms of profit.” “I hope the return of wildlife and stronger rural communities will be more than enough for some.” He adds, “Something that I carry in the back of my mind is reconciliation, treaties, and the notion that we are temporary caretakers of the land for future generations. But exactly how those perspectives will practically shape the outcome remains to be seen.” He’s excited about the
chance to engage in discussion with people who care about the future of the prairies. “In that spirit, all the meetings are open to whomever would like to contribute and participate. “The Nov. 2 meeting is meant for folks who are interested in helping move the Sunrise Farm co-operative project along. “As we are still in our strategy phase, the day will provide an opportunity to discuss our approach and collective strengths, and then develop a game plan for how we’re going to get this done! “Dan Ohler has worked on a number of co-operative ventures and will be there to add some experience to the discussion.” With regards to the cooperative that is being formed to facilitate the farm’s purchase, Rathnavalu says the group is in the process of revising the
bylaws to include a smaller membership fee, around $100. He says, “We feel it is important to have more people involved.” It’s not certain how management of the co-operative or farm will work yet, possibly with board oversight, he says. “I also like having people on the ground empowered to make key decisions. This part will hopefully unfold organically as land stewards come forward to shape what happens at Sunrise. “We do have a growing number of wise, thoughtful, and experienced people interested in helping, which lends confidence to the endeavour.” Rathnavalu says anyone is welcome to attend the Monday morning meetings, or the upcoming Nov. 2 session. More information is available at spiritoftheland.ca.
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100 women Who Care in Flagstaff choose first recipient Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Over 100 women attended the first 100-plus Women Who Care in Flagstaff meeting, held Tuesday, Oct. 15, in Alliance, where the Killam Hospital Foundation was picked by a majority to receive $13,200. Members were encouraged to either stand by the promise of an hour commitment, or choose to make a social evening of the event with the option available to come for dinner at the Alliance Valley Inn, then take advantage of shopping at local Main Street Medley, whose owner, Laurie Fuller, opened especially for the event and offered a 15 per cent discount to members, or clothing vendor Jodi Shipton, who had a kiosk at the event, and promised a percentage of sales to the winning party. Shipton ended up donating another $125 to the hospital foundation after the event. The 100 Women Who Care in Flagstaff group was started in June, and over the summer and early fall quickly grew to the “132” Women Who Care.... The group allows any women to join, individually or as part of a team, to have an opportunity to make a difference in their communities without a large time commitment. Members and teams must commit to a $100 donation per quarterly meeting. The money is pooled, and, during each one-hour meeting, three pre-vetted nominees make a pitch to the membership. Individuals and teams each get one vote, and whoever receives a majority vote receives $13,200. Members who went called it a very positive experience, and were especially pleased with the sense of belonging to a broader region that grew out of the meeting. Many had the opportunity for the first time to put well known names to faces, and came out away feeling very good about giving back to the community, was some of the feedback that was heard. Co-organizer and founding member Joanne McMahon says that memberships will continue to be accepted, she’d like to see a region this large sitting at over 200. She thinks that some people may have delayed joining until after the first meeting to get a better sense of how the event worked. “It’s a lot more administration work than we anticipated,” she says, “but we expect that will settle down once we’ve had a few meetings under our belts.” She says that participants at the Alliance meeting had the opportunity to purchase t-shirts, bags, and stickers, with the stickers donated by Main Street Medley, and that one of the t-shirt designs and the stickers sold out altogether. McMahon says that if the group receives donations towards the quarterly meetings, to cover potential facility rental, or other expenses, it’s a little more administrative work that’s necessary. “We want everything to be completely transparent at all times, we want to account for every cent.” She thinks the meeting was a complete success, and she’s already looking forward to the next one, scheduled for Feb. 18 in Daysland. For more information about the group, and how it works, visit 100womenflagstaff.wordpress.com
The very first meeting of the group 100-plus Women Who Care Flagstaff County happened on Tuesday, Oct. 15, in Alliance, with over 100 women in attendance. The lucky recipient of the first donation made by the group is the Killam and District Health Care Foundation, who are raising funds to furnish and outfit the new Killam Campus of Caring expansion. From left: 100+ Women Who Care Flagstaff County founders Holly Bovencamp, Tanya Piche, and Joanne McMahon present the group membership’s very first contribution to the Killam Health Care Foundation, accepted by board chair Sharleen Chevraux, and board member Terri Rombough. McMahon says missing from the photo was group member Jacquie Bonnett, who nominated the foundation.
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Sausage supper to be held this Sunday in Heisler Maxine Badry Heisler P.
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Hi everyone did you all do your duty Monday and vote? Our poll at the Senior Centre was very busy, at the time of writing I do not know the results. Hopefully the result will be for the better. How are you farmers coming with the harvest? Hopefully you’re getting to see the end. It sounds like the weather is going to change Tuesday. Now that voting is over, it's time to prepare for the big Heisler sausage supper; hopefully the weather cooperates. I hope everyone comes out and does their part to make it the usual success, it's always a big weekend for our community. The Battle River Train had another successful Halloween Spooktacular train excursion on Saturday; leaving Kelsey and venturing to Forestburg. The train was decorated with a very spooky Halloween theme, making
the day very enjoyable. The next excursion will be on Sunday, Oct. 27, when the train will bring passengers to the well known and delicious sausage supper. I hope to see you there. Visiting in Heisler and area for a few days last week was Susan Wolbeck of Sundre, formerly of Heisler. Susan visited with her daughter Stacy and Stacy’s family in Killam, friends and family in Heisler, and her mom and dad, Josephine and Eddie Volk of Providence Place, before returning home. Her husband David has been working down at the plant that’s on shutdown and is staying in Heisler with friends. Gary and Marcie Matthiessen had their family home last Saturday to celebrate a late Thanksgiving dinner, as some had to work on the actual day. All the boys and their families were home, missing was their daughter Amber, son-inlaw Curtis Fauche, and their children of Pinawa, Manitoba. Have you picked up your 2020 calendar? They are available at the post
office or the library for $10, for those of you who didn't order one and want to purchase one. It was good to hear that there was a very good turnout of voters who came to the voters poll in Heisler on Monday, it kept the ladies busy doing their job. Birthday greetings to: Mary Ellen Knight, Terry Kruchten, Oct. 21; Val Volk, Oct. 22; Aaron Zwack, Oct. 24. Anniversary greetings to: David and Wanda Hihn, James and Shauna Martz, Oct. 23; John and Doreen Pushak, Robert and Whitney Badry, Oct. 27. Thought for the week: it's okay to say no and contrary to what people tell you, it's completely fine, if not recommended, to put yourself first. Love doesn't hurt people, people hurt people. All the things you're looking to receive from someone else you can give to yourself, especially love. Take care of yourself and you'll have so much love that you'll have no choice but to find people to share it with. Have a good week everyone.
Going hard to beat the weather and take crops off
Marcel Morin 27 at 2 p.m. at the Sedgewick Community Church of the Nazarene, 4605 51 Avenue, Sedgewick. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Research Society.
(Suzanne) and two daughters Connie (Dave) and Cheryl (Darcy). His greatest joy was his many grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, October
Marcel Armand Morin, age 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18 at the Killam Health Care Centre after a lengthy battle with cancer. Marcel was born on January 13, 1938 in Sturgeon Falls, Ontario and was the seventh of 20 children. On December 27, 1957, he married Eva Ruth Pattison. They raised two sons Chris (Lou-Anne) and Kim
Killam & Forestburg Baptist Church Pastors: David Tonner (Lead) Phone: Killam: 780 385-3607 Forestburg 780 582-3601
Service Times: Killam: Sunday School – 9:45 AM Worship – 10:55 AM Forestburg: Worship – 9:00 AM www.killambaptistchurch.ca www.forestburgbaptist.ca
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Daysland DAYSLAND, KILLAM Alliance Church & ROSALIND 5030 - 57 Street UNITED CHURCHES Phone: (780) 374-3777
• Sun, Oct 27 9AM Rosalind, Pastors Kirby Schmidt-Teigen 11AM Killam and Rob Johnson • Last Bread for the Journey Worship Service
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Sundays 10:45am Sunday School 9:30am AWANA Club Mondays 6 - 7:15pm YOUTH Fridays at 7pm
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•Sunday 10am Christian Education Hour (In Merna Area) •11 am Worship Celebration Elder Raymond Anderson All are welcome to attend! Phone: (780) 384-2258 To book The Living Room,
Sabbath School - 9:45 a.m. Reverend Lloyd T Nyarota Worship Service - 11 a.m. call 780-385-3574 780-384-3520 sedgewicklougheedunited.ca www.SedgewickAdventist.ca killampentecostal@gmail.com
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Strome Community Church Sunday Services @ 9 AM LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTO
A common sight throughout the region, combines were going hard on Saturday and Sunday as farmers try to take advantage of the good weather. The forecast includes rain and snow, with another couple of sunny days later this week.
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Douglas Henry Munro
Douglas Henry Munro was born in Galahad Hospital on October 1, 1943, and passed away suddenly on September 28, 2019 at his home in Killam, three days short of his 76th birthday. Doug was born to Henry Donald (Harry) and Mary Jane (Maisie) Munro. He was the eldest of his siblings Darlene, Barry, and Darcy. He grew up on the farm at Merna and attended Merna School until Grade 9. The family was active in 4-H, and besides grain farming, they raised purebred Hereford cattle calling their farm Merna Herefords. At Merna School, he developed a lifetime love of sports as students rushed out at recess and noon to play football, hockey, and softball in season, as well as endless games of prisoner’s base. Doug was enthusiastic about sports. A physical education specialist came to teach the students to play softball and taught them the windmill pitch. Well, Doug broke boards on several granaries as he practiced at home with an Indian rubber ball developing speed and power. In his grade nine year in the track meet he pitched a no hitter, losing 7 – 0, as he even threw some pitches over the backstop! Doug influenced both Darcy and Barry to be the best at what they did. A good example was fastball. When Doug practiced pitching at home, Barry was usually the catcher. A sore hand at the end of each practice encouraged Barry to want to be the pitcher rather than the catcher. Darcy, on the other hand, watched Doug become one of the top batters in the league and decided he could become the best. Barry and Doug also had some shared experiences. Barry decided to take Doug’s Chrysler 300 for a test drive to practice drifting. Unfortunately he hit the ditch. A year later, Barry arrived at the farm with his new Triumph Bonneyville motorcycle. Doug immediately jumped on it saying he knew what he was doing. However, the controls on the Triumph were tricky and Doug sped off, flying through a barbed wire fence and landing in the field. Doug grew up attending the Killam Baptist Church with his parents and brothers and sister. Later he was part of the youth group and spent many summers at the church camp at Red Deer Lake. Here he developed close friendships with the group of young people that lasted to this day. He developed a love of scriptural truth, and as a teenager, accepted the claims of Christ, although his Christian experience was not always smooth. In
later life he enjoyed teaching the adult Sunday school on such topics as the Genesis Creation Account in harmony with science, and My Church – what do we believe? Doug loved working on the farm, and handling bales was a fond activity as his family stooked and stacked 10,000 bales a year. He even lent his stack building ability to several neighbours. Following high school at Sedgewick Central High, he went to the U of A in education. In 1963, with his teaching certificate, he taught for one year while helping on the farm. He played senior hockey with the Alliance Rockets, played some softball, and coached all the junior and senior high sports teams. However, severe allergies drove him off the farm. He went back to university to finish his education degree, again playing sports on the university wrestling squad, playing intramural hockey, and playing Division 3 softball. On graduation in 1969, Doug began teaching and was in administration for 13 years at Strome School, coaching many school sports teams, and introducing gymnastics. He developed an outdoors education program for the school which included nature study, camping, fishing, and backpacking. He coached the Strome Tigerette bantam fastball team to a dominant position in provincial ball, winning two provincial titles, winning one on the strength of a perfectly executed triple play. In Strome, Doug also operated a wood shop, specializing in kid’s kitchen appliances, and also, got involved in Strome Fibrecraft, a canoe and fibreglass business, with Jim and Ann Pettem. In 1983 Doug began 17 years of administration at Killam Public School, where again he introduced gymnastics and set up the Junior high outdoor education program. He was the major planner for the program, developing lesson plans, hiking trails, checking out river flows, weather forecasts, maps and all to make sure it was a positive experience for the students. The students were well prepared when they set off. Interesting things happen. One night on a Grade 9 canoe trip, some boys were out of their tent planning mischief. So, Doug got them back into their tent and told them not to leave and went back to his tent. Then... he picked up his sleeping bag and parked it in front of their tent. He slept outside, and they stayed in the tent. Simple solutions are sometimes the best. He was seconded to be principal of Daysland High School for three years which he absolutely loved. Doug then came back to Killam and finished his career there. In his first marriage, Doug had four girls, Susan, Julie, Diana and Kathy. Growing up, they would play in his woodshop, pick apples and Saskatoons, and enjoy playing at the school. They made many enjoyable trips to Disneyland, Kelowna, Radium, Vancouver Island, Big Knife Park, and the Calgary
Zoo to mention a few. They did a lot of camping in the trailer. The girls learned to camp, canoe, fish and pack hike in the mountains. In 1992, Doug married Dianne Trupp of Calgary. They shared 27 loving years of marriage, sharing their love of sports, camping, and gospel music. They attended both the fastball World Men's Championship and Canadian Ladies Championship in Saskatoon. Only when Edmonton played Calgary were they in opposing camps. They had the opportunity to travel to Diana’s graduation from Texas Christian University, Julie and Dallas’ wedding in Hawaii, and Kathy’s wedding in Costa Rica. In 2001, after retiring from teaching school, Doug was hired to manage Flagstaff Waste Management, attempting to run the organization on a shoe-string budget while trying to enhance the recycling aspect in cardboard, paper, plastic and metal. He became a hands-on working manager – truck driving, bobcat work, and even loving litter-picking. Doug never lost his love and interest in farming and after retirement happily helped out several farmers during seeding and harvest. They had air-conditioned cabs In 2008, Doug was diagnosed with a large cancer tumour, and given two weeks to live. His body did not accept nutrition for six weeks. Then a group of caring men from the Daysland Alliance Church came and prayed specifically that his body would accept nutrition. The next day he ate full meals. A month went by with his liver not functioning properly. Kevin Sorenson and a group of men from Killam Baptist Church prayed for his liver to work so chemo could be started. Every week his liver function slowly improved, until his bilirubin count dropped to 25. Chemo was started. Doug had a moving testimony as to how those prayers had been answered. For the next six years he enjoyed relatively good health, did some travelling, and enjoyed activities. Doug and Dianne attended the wedding of Dianne’s nephew even while he was struggling with a new cancer. The couple really appreciated a special moment when Doug said grace at the reception. They were especially thrilled when he gave them a copy as a keepsake. When the cancer returned in 2014, the deacons prayed for the cancer to heal, as it was stubborn. After all the treatment he was declared cancer free. By then, however, the radiation and chemo had taken its toll on his heart and other organs, greatly disabling him. Through it all, his wife Dianne, was a loving and faithful caregiver, spending hours with him every day he was in the hospital. During this time, Doug read the Bible through three times and shared his regular commentaries on his Facebook page. His
comments and insights from his studies were an inspiration and encouragement to his many Facebook friends. He finished his comments on the last chapter of Revelations. He had jokingly said to a friend he didn’t know what he was going to do now that he was finished Revelations – maybe God would have to call him home and God did just that on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019. He passed peacefully into the presence of his Lord and Saviour. Doug was always community minded, running in the 1972 and 1974 federal elections. He served on both Strome and Killam Town Councils, as well as the Killam Recreation Board. He was inducted into the Killam Hall of Fame in 2008. As a teacher Doug was organized. When he took on a task it was always methodical and well planned. He had it all thought out and researched. Doug led by example. He was not afraid to roll up his sleeves and get to work. These attributes carried over into everything else he did. I recall some of his favourite phrases; “could be worse” “I'm still above grass” and in discussions “put it this way” Doug had a passion for the outdoors. He was a good citizen and a strong influence in the community. His wisdom and insight on many topics was appreciated and his devotionals on scripture were especially insightful. He was a friendly and compassionate man and always took time to connect and showed that he genuinely cared. He was an inspiration in all our lives. Doug wrote most of his own eulogy and his closing words were, “As I grow older, I understand how much God loved me and how much I had to thank God for. I want to be remembered as “just a sinner saved by God’s grace.” A funeral service was held on Monday, Oct. 7, 2019 in the Killam Hall. Inurnment in the Killam Cemetery. Card of Thanks The family of Doug Munro wish to thank Fee & Sons, the community, the churches for providing noon lunch and after-service lunch, and individuals who sent cards and called, for your thoughtfulness, generosity, and support during this difficult time. Thank you to Daysland Hospital and Clinic for the compassion you showed during our many visits. Your kindness is deeply appreciated and will forever be remembered. Dianne Munro and Families.
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Team Rawluck took the lead with five points. The bowlers of the week were Noreen Hennig, with a score of +69, and John Tiffinger, with a score of +65. Sandra Rosiechuk, Daren Lien, Garry Klein, Ron Lien, and John Tiffinger all bowled turkeys this week. Klein also bowled three spares in a row. Hennie Bernard had the TV shot this week. Third up is Sedgewick Mixed Bowling, which was played from Oct. 15 to 18. The ladies had a full sweep, with Verna Erickson scoring the high single of 243, high triple of 649, and high average of 192. Kevin Sakaluk prevented a sweep on the men’s side, where Garry Klein bowled a high triple of 739 and a high average of 219, and Sakaluk with a high single of 268. Livin’ On A Spare scored the team high single of +111 and the Pin
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The Killam Jr. B Wheat Kings lost two in a row overthe weekend to drop into a three-way tie for fourth place. On Friday, Killam played host to the Wainwright Bisons, coming away with a 9-5 loss. The Wheaties got on the scoreboard first with a goal by Ashton Kelly, not even a minute into the game. The Bisons hit back with three in a row over the next six minutes. Killam scored their second to bring the score within one at the midway point in the first, when Grant Lynes scored from Kobe Charchun and Carter Ortman, but the Bisons stuffed one more in five minutes later to end the first period ahead 4-2. The Bisons scored five more goals in the second period, with a lone goal from Killam going in by Charchun. With the score at 9-3 going into the third, the
Wheat Kings held the Bisons scoreless, and managed to pop in two more goals to bring the final to 95. Scoring in the third were Forster and Burton. Things didn’t improve for the Wheaties as they travelled to Lac La Biche to take on the Clippers on Saturday falling to a 10-4 final score. The Wheat Kings got out in front again at the top of the first period, with goals from Burton and Eno making it two to nothing. The Clippers came back and scored three goals in the final minutes of the first. Period two was a replay from Friday, where the Clippers managed five goals to the Wheaties’ single from Charchun, going into the third period down 8-3. The Clippers scored another couple in the third before Charchun could get his second of the night to bring the final to 10-4. The Wheat Kings face the Rangers in Vegreville next Friday, and will take Saturday off.
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Flagstaff startup recycling plastic for use in 3D printer James Cox Student Reporter
With plastic pollution and its impacts a looming threat to the continued preservation of the environment, people are looking for ways to cut back on the amount that they waste. Be it straws, plastic bags, or even just plain old plastic recycling, the social consensus seems to be that something needs to be done to help combat the abundance of plastic waste. Karyn Sinclair, daughter of Barb and Hank Kunst from Sedgewick, is doing her part in reducing the amount of plastic that ends up wasted by repurposing plastic that would otherwise be thrown away. Sinclair says that she has always been concerned with her environmental footprint and how she can help lower her environmental impact. “Reading stories and seeing images of all the plastic that is building up and the repercussions of
that has always been something that has bothered me.” She is requesting donations of clean plastic twist-off bottle caps, so as to repurpose them. The bottle caps will be melted down and turned into 3D printer filament, with can be further repurposed into all manner of different useful objects. Three-dimensional, or 3D, printers are devices that use spools of plastic ‘filament’ to create threedimensional objects based on a pre-determined model. “It bugged me that I felt that everything that I was printing was eventually going to add to the plastic waste problem. One day it just clicked that perhaps I could use recycled plastic instead. “It wasn’t long after that, that I found out that plastic recycling was no longer happening in our area and that was really the push I needed to get me started.” Sinclair has been working on this process for several months now and
is coming close to completing it. She has altered a credit card shredder to shred the plastic and has ordered an extruder and a winder, which will hopefully be the last pieces of the puzzle. She has also used her graphic design experience to design models for the 3D printer to use once the system is up and running. “I have designed a few 3D printed items so far, meant specifically for the recycled plastic filament. “These pieces so far include, a grocery bag holder for a keychain so that people can reuse plastic grocery bags and always have one with them; a bird feeder that utilizes a pop bottle to hold the excess bird feed; a reusable pseudo coin keychain for shopping carts that require a coin for use; planter pots of all sorts; toothbrush holders; incense holder; smartphone stands and toys of all sorts.” Sinclair will eventually be making 3D-printed items available for pur-
chase by the general public, to contribute to the community and to make sure that the recycled plastic is being reused. “I am hoping that this project can become something that can benefit the community; so not only will I be accepting plastic for recycling, but I will also then be offering for purchase cool and useable products that people can feel great about, knowing that it was created from the plastic they sent me.” Those interested in donating their plastic bottles to Sinclair to help her in her effort can contact at (780) 385-4066, or email at karyn586@hotmail.ca, to arrange a pick-up of the recyclables. The bottle caps can be any colour or size, so long as they are rinsed and clean.
Karyn Sinclair recently put out a call to Flagstaff County residents to start saving and sharing bottle caps, which she plans to repurpose and use in her 3D printer to create new items.
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Lee Aaron’s bass player Dave Reimer. Her husband John Cody was on drums.
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Not every hero wears a cape, plan and practice your fire escape
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Plan and practice your home fire escape Plan a fire escape route to get out alive Be ready to leave at a moment’s notice by planning and practicing beforehand. There are few things scarier than being woken up in the middle of the night by a smoke alarm and not knowing what to do. The best thing you can do for you and your family is to think ahead, be prepared and know how you get out quickly if you have to. Timing is everything Homes can burn rapidly, and you have no way of knowing how long the fire has been burning before you hear the smoke alarm or smell any smoke. Assume that from the time you become aware of the fire, you have less than two minutes to get out of your home safely. Don’t go hunting for things. Once you’re safely outside, call the fire department or 9-1-1 and stay outside until they give you the OK to go back in. Come up with a plan The best time to come up with a plan to get out of your house is before there is an emergency. Think ahead about scenarios where you may need to get out of particular rooms, and talk with your family about it. How do you get out of the kitchen if there’s a fire? What about the upstairs bedrooms? How about the basement? Think of at least two ways out of each space, and ensure you have the means to evacuate if you need to. That could mean having a rope ladder upstairs if you need to leave by a window, or a stool, chair, or desk you can climb on to get out of a basement window. Choose a meeting place Make sure you pick a family meeting place outside the home and let everyone in your household know where it is. Once everyone leaves, they should immediately gather at the meeting place to make it easier to identify if everyone has safely escaped. Pick a meeting place that adults and kids will easily recognize and will understand how to get to. Your meeting place should also be at least 10 metres from your home and accessible day or night, summer or winter. Practice your plan Having a plan is great, but practicing it will help you learn if your plan works, or if you’ll need to make changes. As you go through the plan with family members or roommates, check to make sure everyone understands the plan. It should be simple enough that you can follow it at 3 a.m. with an alarm ringing and smoke filling a hallway.
A few more pointers: •Remember to close doors to rooms you’ve verified are empty as you leave the home, as in a real fire this can help contain the spread. •Teach your kids how to escape on their own, as you may not be home to help them, or you may not be able to get to them quickly.
•Practice your plan in the daylight, but also after it’s dark out. Things look different at night, especially with the lights off. •Make sure any fire escape tools are ready to use beforehand. You shouldn’t be struggling to open a box containing an escape rope ladder when smoke is filling the air.
A message from Kim Cannady, Regional Emergency Services Coordinator This year’s Fire Prevention Theme is “Not every hero wears a cape, plan and practice your fire escape.” This is an important part of fire prevention safety. We can practice fire prevention all year round, but even if our best efforts fail and we do have a fire, planning an escape route can mean the difference in surviving a home fire. Follow the following tips for fire safety. Plan Your Escape: Make a map of your home, and ensure all children and adults know two ways out of every room, some rooms will use a window for their exit route. In basement bedrooms you must have a window for escape. Remember that basement windows are elevated and not always easy to escape from, consider placing a sturdy dresser under windows so kids can climb out safely. Choose a meeting place outside in front of the home and make sure everyone knows where this is. This is where fire fighters will be looking for you to make sure you are all out and safe.
Practice your escape: Practice having fire drills at least twice a year during both daytime and night. Practice using different ways out, pretend one way is blocked by smoke or fire and use the second route. You will be calmer and better at escaping if you have practiced. Teach your children how to escape in case you can’t help them. Know when to go: If a fire does happen, a working smoke alarm will sound to warn you, you must be out of the home within 3 minutes. Remember to get low, and stay under the smoke. Call 911 from outside your home or from your neighbours phone. Stay outside until the fire department says it is safe to enter, do not go back in for anything, even your pets, fire fighters will get them out for you. For more information on fire safety contact Kim Cannady, Flagstaff Regional Emergency Services Coordinator at (780) 384-4127 or email kcannady@flagstaff.ab.ca
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Fire prevention week is held in October to commemorate the Great Chicago Fire which occurred on Oct. 8-10 in 1871. The fire killed nearly 300 people, and destroyed 3.3 square miles of the city, leaving more than 100,000 people homeless. One theory about the cause of the fire is that it started in or around a small barn belonging to the O'Leary family. The most popular story blames the start on Mrs. O'Leary's cow, who allegedly knocked over a lantern in the barn. Another version states that a group of men were playing cards in the barn and it was they who knocked the lantern over. Regardless of the true story, barn safety is an important part of farm life. People, animals, and property are in danger when fire breaks out on the farm. The National Fire Protection Association has published a number of recommendations for fire safety in barns. •Keep heat lamps and space heaters a safe distance from flammable materials. •Ensure that heaters are on a sturdy surface and cannot fall over. •Make sure any electrical equipment used in a barn is labelled for commercial or agricultural use. •The use of extension cords is not recommended in a barn. •Light bulbs should be protected from dust, moisture, and breakage. •Oily rags should be stored in a closed, metal container away from heat. •Feed, hay, straw, and flammable liquids should be stored away from the barn. •All barns should be no-smoking zones. •Barn exits and pathways should be clear of debris and equipment. •Fire drills should be held with everyone who uses the barn included. •Everyone who regularly uses the barn should be trained in fire extinguisher use, and extinguishers should be installed and regularly inspected. Fire extinguishers should be at every exit.
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Agricultural fires cost producers millions Leslie Cholowsky Editor
In a 10-year report, agricultural fires in Flagstaff County resulted in losses to property totalling $4.7 million from 2007 to 2016. The report, published by the Office of the Fire Commissioner, also says those losses came out of 86 fire calls in a 10-year period. In response to a series of costly agricultural fires in Ontario, a group of insurers and producers recommended that every producer should create a farm fire prevention plan. “A plan that is well thought out, frequently reviewed, and often practiced can save lives, livelihood, and livestock,” says the Farm Fire Safety Program for Perth East, Ontario. This program was put together by farmers, insurance companies, insurance brokers, a local farm safety association, and the local Kinsmen Club after a five-year period saw agricultural fire losses over $12 million in that region. A farm safety plan should include a personalized assessment of hazards based on every individual farm; fire pre-planning; a water supply assessment; owner and employee training that includes any children living and working on the farm; fill drill scenarios; livestock evacuation planning; and a fire safety checklist. In the event there is a fire call made, having vital information on hand and sharing that with emergency personnel can make their jobs a whole lot easier, can make fighting a fire more effective, and contributes to the safety of firefighters. Having information about available fire sources, the location of hazardous materials, flammables, and fuel,
and up-to-date information on livestock particulars can answer a number of key questions for firefighters right away, and allow them to develop a response strategy soon-
er, and with concrete information. Key aspects of having a plan include preventative steps. These include creating and practicing emergency and evacua-
tion processes and procedures, including annual training on the use of fire extinguishers and other fire suppression equipment. Local fire departments are often willing
to demonstrate fire extinguisher use; getting together with a group of neighbours for a group information night, or asking a local chief to hold a special training session is a good step forward in prevention training. In every plan, it’s important to name one person who will coordinate everyone else in case of an emergency. It’s not a bad idea to have standby persons named and have every-
one train in that role, too. It’s essential, especially on the family farm, to have a muster area specifically named, an area to gather to ensure all employees and family members are safe and accounted for. Posting maps of the property with hazards well marked is also a good idea. This October, make sure you start, update, or practice your farm safety.
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The Hardisty Fire Department celebrated Fire Prevention Week with an Open House that included tours of the fire hall and equipment, a house fire demonstration, as well as a hot dog roast. Above left: Hardisty firefighters demonstrate how quickly a house fire can spread, and then safely put it out. Above right: Captain Tim Abel shows off some of the equipment fire fighters use. .
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Message from Minister of Municipal Affairs and Fire Commissioner We urge Albertans to take precautions and educate themselves about fire prevention throughout the year. First, you and your family should devise a plan to get out of your home in case of fire. Plan and practise your escape twice a year. Because fires move fast, your escape plan should include two ways out of every room and a place to meet once you’ve left your home. Practice will increase the possibility of everyone getting out of their home safely in case of fire. Second, you should be aware of the fire risks and hazards in your home. Understanding how fires can start, sharing that knowledge and taking preventative steps will reduce the risk of fire in your home. Reducing risks includes: • Unplugging small appliances when you’re not using them • Making sure electrical cords are not damaged • Staying in the kitchen while cooking • Blowing out candles before you leave a room or
go to bed We know smoking materials, like matches and cigarette butts, are a leading cause of fire deaths. If you smoke: • Use a deep, non-combustible receptacle for cigarettes • Do not extinguish cigarettes in plant pots, potting soil, peat moss, or soil • Never discard smoking materials on the ground • Ensure matches and cigarettes are wet before you put them into a garbage can • Keep lighters and matches away from children • Never leave your cigarette unattended Finally, a good way to protect your family is to ensure your fire alarms in your home are working. Test them regularly and change the batteries at least once a year. If your smoke alarms don’t work, they can’t help you get out of your home. Remember, not every hero wears a cape. You can help protect yourself and your family by following these basic steps.
The Forestburg Fire Department was unable to get together for a photo this year, but instead shared a group photo taken with other firefighters from across the county, from this August as Forestburg and other departments gathered to pay their respects to two firefighters who passed away this summer. Forestburg lost firefighter Rick Scheler, and within weeks Heisler lost Scott Heisler. Chief Lunty would like to dedicate this year’s special photo to the memory of Scheler and Heisler. Forestburg Fire Department members for 2019 are: Chief Kevin Lunty, Deputy Chief Doug Brown, Captain Chad Kuefler, Captain Karen Cannady, Jim Anderson, Baroline Boddy, Tara Sieben, Adam Clarkson, Kevin Boudreau, Derek Borchowitz, Garret Jackson, Bernie Knievel, and Nathan Lunty.
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Fire departments perform a vital service to community Local School Principal speaks up for local firefighters Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Just weeks before school was about to start, the unimaginable happened at Central High Sedgewick Public School when a fire broke out on the roof, rendering the building unusable. The Battle River School Division responded to the crisis with a tremendous amount of effort, ensuring that students had a place to return to, delaying elementary and junior high students for days, but ensuring that high school students had temporary classrooms immediately to complete their core courses, so important for those preparing for post-secondary schooling. Something else special happened that night, too. When the fire call extended to neighbouring departments, Killam firefighter Gordon Thompson suited up to answer the call. What's special about that is that Thompson is an educator, and the Principal of Forestburg School. When he became aware that it was the school on fire, Thompson felt he could be of assistance, and he felt the need to come to the support of another school. “School or not, whenever you have a mutual aide call for a structure fire in a neighboring community you need to step up. “In this case however there was an added bit of necessity for me, especially when a second page came through requesting additional support. “Mr. Klassen, the school principal, has only been with BRSD for one year and just going into his second year as principal at CHSPS.” Thompson adds, “I could not help but think, if that was my school what would I be feeling?” He says Killam Fire Chief Joe Knievel has always been good at using his members strengths to find them jobs on scene. Teaching has been described by some as fairly stressful, so we asked him, “”What drives you to volunteer in the Killam Fire Department?” Thompson says, “Being an educational leader and teacher, much like any other career, has to be a passion. “When you are entrusted with the educational growth and development of children of all ages and abilities, it takes time and an exerted effort to see measurable changes in students. “Being a teacher, though, is more than just being in front of students in the classroom. “We take on specialized roles within our school staffs like numeracy, literacy, technology and wellness leads, roles within our division, and for a few of us roles with Alberta Education. “The scope and expectations of an educator is far larger then the traditional understanding of what a 'teacher' is.” He says it can be stressful, but says, “This is also why being a part of the volunteer fire service was a big part of my life. “What better way to relieve stress than practicing vehicle extrication maneuvers - cutting up cars with big power tools - on a training night? “You learn to use your brain in a different way and you can't begin to understand the pride you have when you are called upon to help someone in need when they cannot help themselves.” Thompson says that he hasn't been as active with the Killam Fire Department over the last few years, a conscious choice to step back after 18 years of active involvement with the Fire service. “Life changes, as it happens to many of us, as I was asked to lead another school in our school division. Wanting to put my best efforts forward for my new Forestburg School community, and struggling to be the best I could be for both organizations, I made the decision to step back from active involvement but I truly never left entirely, however, and I continue to help out in other ways; and of course in times of
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A fire alarm came in to the Daysland Fire Department just after 9 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 7 reporting smoke and a possible fire in the basement of the 94-year-old Daysland Hotel. Around 18 firefighters battled the blaze until 4 a.m., and while fighting the flames, had to endure a sub -30C wind chill. The historical building was unfortunately completely totalled, but the fire did not spread elsewhere.
Neighbours to Central High Sedgewick Public School noticed two- to three-foot flames coming from the roof of the school on Wednesday, Aug. 14. The fire started on the roof, billowing dramatic clouds of black smoke into the sky. Thirtythree local firefighters quickly contained the blaze, miraculously minimizing the damage to the school. While the coming school year was mildly interrupted and portables had to be brought in, the overall outlook was extremely positive.
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Strome Fire Deptartment 2019 roster is: Back, from left: Kristen Hauck, Chief Jim Hauck, Mark Pfeffer, Maurice Miller. Front row: Brad Mohler, former Brad Elkow, and Deputy Chief Don Kroetch. Missing from photo: Brenda Hauck; Lloyd Robbins; Cory Robbins; Darren Wieschorster; Bruce Zimmer; and Curtis Borgel.
Without hesitation, the brave men and women of our fire departments often risk their own lives and safety to save the lives of others. For their selflessness and bravery, we salute them. Their call of duty extends beyond the difficult task of protecting us from ferocious fires; they are also among the first on the scene anytime someone dials 911. From providing life-saving first-aid care tolife-saving rescues, our firefighters are always at the ready. During Fire Prevention Week, stop for a moment and thank our firefighters for their courage and dedication to protecting our community.
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Back row on truck left Jeff Moore, truck right Captain Tim Abel. Standing, from left: Chief Todd Baumgartner, Deputy Chief Hobie Campbell, Niel Nickel, Ivan Lesmeister, Jr. Firefighter Coby Spencer, kneeling left front Rydel McMillan, Jr. Firefighter Grady Fisher, Logan Campbell, Captain Shaun Jones, Bryan Walker, Cory Spencer, and kneeling right front Blake Moser. Missing from picture are Eric Foster, Kirk Armstrong, Kevin Sakaluk, Jr. Firefighters Lane Kuzyk, and Tanner Swanson
The Town of Hardisty wishes to thank the following members of the Hardisty Fire Rescue Department for their dedication to the community, and also to the Businesses that they are employed with for allowing them to respond to calls when their pagers go off.
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Overcoming fear: teach fire safety to children Leslie Cholowsky Editor
One of the reasons why it's a great idea for playschools, schools, and kindergartens to visit fire halls, or have firefighters come in and talk to them is so they get to see a fully geared firefighter in a safe environment. Seeing a suited, helmeted, and geared firefighter with a full SCBA breathing unit can be quite formidable for a young child, so fun and informative visits are a good opportunity to make sure they aren't scared if the worst ever happens. If a firefighter is ever in a situation where they are looking for a child in a burning home, the last thing they ever want to face is the child hiding from them out of fear. If your child talks about a visit to the fire hall, it's important to try and reinforce the fact that under all that scary gear is a community member who wears that gear to protect themselves so they can help others. The same can be said for fire trucks, with loud sirens and bright flashing lights. Explain to your child why fire trucks need to be visible
when travelling to a fire. Something else to think about when talking to children about fire safety is ensuring that children know what to do in case of fire in the home, and ensure they know that there's no safe hiding place from smoke and flames. Most grades will talk about fire safety at least once a year, and it's a great idea for parents to have a child share what they've learned, and then learn how to apply some of that knowledge in the home. Things like family fire safety plans and identifying safe zones in the home can reinforce the lessons learned at school. Having a child identify dangerous items in the home is also helpful, to ensure they know never
to play with matches, lighters, or candles. Make sure your children are aware of what a smoke detector sounds like, and what they should do if they hear it. Don't let the first time a child hears a smoke detector be in an emergency, or they may not know what it is or what to do, and may panic and hide. All schools have routine fire drills, make them a part of your home life as well, showing children what the smoke detector sounds like, and what they should do in different situations, day or night, and different parts of the home. Make a home fire escape plan and practise it on a regular basis. Learning fire skills at a
young age are guidelines that children will remember and practice throughout their lives. Starting today, give your children a fighting chance to escape injury in case of fire.
The Sedgewick Fire Department members for 2019 are: From left: James Steil, Tristin Proctor, Cory Gagnon, Perry Robinson, Garry Klein, Dennis Lefsrud, Rob Djos, Chief Tyson Armitage, Cary Castagna, Mike Keogh, and Ryan Allen. Missing from photo are: Perry Warren, Shelby Boyd, Deputy Chief Rob McArthur, Joe Hebert, Ted Djos, Derek Imlah, Rick Sutter, Rylun Proctor, and Sean Johnson.
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--hall. Most of them have full-time duties and commitments elsewhere. We asked Thompson, “Do you feel that the service provided by volunteer firefighters is sometimes overlooked?” He responded, “Too often you hear the phrase "When are 'they' going to be here?" or "What are 'they' going to do about it?" “What people have to understand is that you and we are the 'they.' “Without people coming forward to join these types of organizations important services like the fire service, won't and can't be provided at a level most individuals expect. “Volunteer firefighters are called into service at all hours of the day and night, from their place of employment or home in order to respond to a call. “I have been on calls in the early hours of the morning only to get home just in time to get cleaned up and go to work. “This type of volunteer service can hugely rewarding but at times time intensive. Being a volunteer allows you to a part of team, contribute when and how you are best able, while at the same time, able to learn new and valuable skills. “Often what gets overlooked in a service like is the necessity of cooperative employers and family members that understand that we do not choose when a call comes in, or the duration of time that we will be away.” Finally, we asked him, “What would you say to anyone considering volunteering to join their local fire department? Do you feel it contributes to a community's sustainability?” Thompson says, “Being a part of a team and
working together toward a common goal is very rewarding. No matter your perceived skill set, there are many jobs on a fire ground or vehicle collision scene that need to be addressed. “You do not know what you are capable of until you have the experiences.” Most volunteer firefighters at some point have incidents involving family, friends, and neighbours, we asked Thompson if this was this one of those calls that was closer to his heart than some? “My sense of connection to the school maybe more than some, but it was the potential community impact that really drove me to help out when I could. “This event had to potential to affect a lot of families. I feel fortunate to have been able to support the response and prevent an already serious event from getting worse. Thompson says like all volunteer firefighters in Flagstaff, he has unfortunately been called to a number of scenes over the years where friends and neighbours are involved. “The important part is to be honest with yourself and your department members to know if and when and where you have to step back. In this case, I wanted to step up. In every fire response scenario, the more people that contribute the easier it is to face the situation before you.” Thompson says he feels the fire departments and firefighters throughout Flagstaff perform a vital service to their communities. “As a home owner, your fire insurance rates are determined by the level of service your community is able to provide. If there are not enough trained members or municipal/county equipment available, homeowner rates are affected.” He adds, “The continued support of our local fire departments and regional service is an important part of our quality of life in rural Alberta. “We only have the ability to strengthen and
Kitchens full of hazards, play it safe Your kitchen is a functional space for cooking, a gathering place when friends come over, and a hub of household activity. But it also has some of the most significant fire risks in your home. Don’t cook under the influence Hungry after a long evening out at the bar? Don’t cook after you’ve had a few. You’ll be more likely to make an error in the kitchen, or you may forget to check timers and stir when needed. Save yourself the visit from the fire department and order a pizza instead. Watch that pot Don’t leave the kitchen while your food is cooking on the stove. Boil overs can happen quickly, and those can easily become a fire risk. Be ready with a lid for your cooking pot or pan in case there’s a fire, and watch for signs and smells that something may be about the burn. Oil in the bottom of a hot pan can turn from room temperature to hot fast. Timer is on your side If you have a smartphone, you have a timer. Set it to make sure you don’t forget that roast in the oven while you’re busy cooking the vegetables. Keep it clean In order for a fire to burn, there needs to be fuel. Caked on grease, food dropped under burners and residue from spills can all catch fire from the intense heat coming from the element. Keep the oven and stove top clean, and don’t use your range as a food prep surface.
Dress for success Long, flowing sleeves may look great when you’re out on the town, but they’re a problem in the kitchen or while grilling outside. Dangling sleeves and other fabric pose a significant fire risk when moving pots around hot elements on the stove or when reaching for something in the oven. Choose clothes without any hanging fabric that could be exposed to heat as you reach over the cooktop. Also keep long hair away from sources of heat. Get your mitts on When you take something out of the oven, it’s going to be hot. You’re better off using oven mitts or heat-resistant gloves instead of pot holders, as mitts give you greater control and grip over the dish or tray. Just remember that some oven mitts are better than others at keeping out steam, which can easily burn you. If a fire does happen … If something in a pot on the stove catches fire, slide the lid onto the pot to deprive the fire of air, which should smother the flames. Do not pour water on it, especially if there’s any oil involved, as this could spread the fire. If something in the oven catches fire, turn off the oven and keep the oven door closed. Standard kitchen ovens are designed to withstand a considerable amount of heat. Microwave fires can and do happen, and the best response is to keep the door closed and disconnect the power.
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Plan a Fire Escape Route There are few things scarier than being woken up in the middle of the night by a smoke alarm and not knowing what to do. The best thing you can do for you and your family is to think ahead, be prepared and know how you get out quickly if you have to. Timing is everything Homes can burn rapidly, and you have no way of knowing how long the fire has been burning before you hear the smoke alarm or smell any smoke. Assume that from the time you become aware of the fire, you have less than two minutes to get out of your home safely. Don’t go hunting for things. Once you’re safely outside, call the fire department and stay outside until they give you the OK to go back in. Come up with a plan The best time to come up with a plan to get out of your house is before there is an emergency. Think ahead about scenarios where you may need to get out of particular rooms, and talk with your family about it. How do you get out of the kitchen if there’s a fire? What about the upstairs bedrooms? How about the basement? Think of at least two ways out of each space, and ensure you have the means to evacuate if you need to. That could mean having a rope ladder upstairs if you need to leave by a window, or a stool, chair or desk you can climb on to get out of a basement window. Choose a meeting place Make sure you pick a family meeting place outside the home and let everyone
in your household know where it is. Once everyone leaves, they should immediately gather at the meeting place to make it easier to identify if everyone has safely escaped. Pick a meeting place that adults and kids will easily recognize and will understand how to get to. Your meeting place should also be at least 10 metres from your home and accessible day or night, summer or winter. Practice your plan Having a plan is great, but practising it will help you learn if your plan works, or if you’ll need to make changes. As you go through the plan with family members or roommates, check to make sure everyone understands the plan. It should be simple enough that you can follow it at 3 a.m. with an alarm ringing and smoke filling a hallway. A few more pointers: • Remember to close doors to rooms you’ve verified are empty as you leave the home, as in a real fire this can help contain the spread. • Teach your kids how to escape on their own, as you may not be home to help them, or you may not be able to get to them quickly. • Practise your plan in the daylight, but also after it’s dark out. Things look different at night, especially with the lights off. • Make sure any fire escape tools are ready to use beforehand. You shouldn’t be struggling to open a box containing an escape rope ladder when smoke is filling the air.
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