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Tofield-Ryley-Beaver West FCSS gets a new director
Local Mike LeClaire participates in the world’s longest ball game
Sunshine Villa resident Mary Finseth looks back in time
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Landon Schmidt of Tofield is seen here riding BC490 Rockstar Wishes at the Annual Sedgewick Rough Stock Rodeo on Sunday, Aug. 25. Schmidt had a good ride, but was bucked off his bull just before the eight-second whistle sounded. ALLY ANDERSON PHOTO
Tofield’s Landon Schmidt atop BC490 Rockstar Wishes
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New director aims to make local FCSS a hub for connection Moush John
Tofield Mercury
Tofield-Ryley-Beaver West (TRBW) FCSS has a new executive director, Tracey Radley, who moved from the Viking branch this past week. Radley hopes to make TRBW FCSS a hub for connection. “FCSS services are preventive in nature; we aim to help people through
development of their social well-being,” Radley said. “A big part of that begins with connection, whether that be to other people or organizations or resources that can assist them.” Radley, a resident of Beaver County since 2009, started with FCSS as a community programmer with Viking/Beaver FCSS in 2012 until 2014 when she
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became the director. After almost five years, Radley is thankful to become part of the local FCSS team. “I am excited to learn more about our participating communities – Town of Tofield, Village of Ryley, and the west half of Beaver County – and about opportunities where our TRBW FCSS services can help,” Radley added. “I am a big believer in partnerships and our organization will work together with the communities and other agencies to fulfill needs and connect people to the services they require.” One of Radley’s favourite programs is the Community Christmas Hamper Campaign. “I am looking forward to being a part of that initiative again,” she said. “Programs are driven by
need, a key priority for TRBW FCSS will be to determine those needs and develop relevant programs or enhance existing ones with our staff, communities, and interagency partners.” Radley explained that the most noticeable difference from Viking to Tofield is the increase in population and the higher youth demographic. “Some of the communities have more access to services than others as well, but this is similar on the east end of the county,” Radley explained. “TRBW FCSS can help to fill some of the service gaps.” Radley however added that direct child care is ineligible under FCSS as the delivery of child care is overseen by Child and Family Services. Continued on Page 7
Tofield-Ryley-Beaver West FCSS Executive Director Tracey Radley. MOUSH JOHN PHOTO
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Rumours about Holden councillor resignations baseless: Holden CAO Moush John Tofield Mercury
This past week, the Village of Holden CAO Sherry Garbe has been inundated with queries regarding the resignation of three councillors, including the mayor. According to Garbe, the regular council meeting on Monday, Aug. 19, went on “uneventfully” as per the agenda. “We had a pretty regular council meeting on Monday, and the council agenda did not contain any items about councillor resignations,” Garbe
said. “However, shortly after the meeting there were rumours about three councillors resigning. The rules set out in the Municipal Government Act Section 161(1) states than the resignation of a councillor must be in writing and given to the chief administrative officer. As of date Aug. 27, I have not received any resignations so these rumours can be put to rest.” Garbe further added that rumours hurt the image of any community. “If we get any resignation, we will be the first to put it out there.”
Local resident Mike LeClaire participates in the world’s longest ball game Moush John Tofield Mercury
After battling it out for four days, from Aug. 2225 in Centennial Park in Sherwood Park, 56 players raised in excess of $450,000 to support cancer research. Among the players was Round Hill’s Mike LeClaire, a familiar face in the Powerline Baseball League (PBL), who has played and managed the Bardo Athletics for 22 years, eventually retiring in 2015. “It was a privilege to have had the opportunity to play in the world’s longest ball game once again, this being my sec-
ond time,” LeClaire said. “It was easy to combine my love for the game with the passion to help make a difference in the lives of so many who are affected by cancer in some way.” The first game was played three years back at RE/MAX Field in Edmonton. Founded and started by Dr. Brent Saik in 2016, this game holds the Guinness record for the World’s Longest Baseball Game, played over four days continuously for 24 hours each day, with all players staying at the diamond without leaving the grounds in anyway. “I enjoyed getting to
know all of the players and hearing their stories of what was driving them to play,” LeClaire added. “This time around, I also enjoyed renewing connections with returning players who now feel
more like family, and welcoming in some amazing new people into this group.” For LeClaire, who has been suffering from a Continued on Page 14
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Battle River School Division School Opening Information 2019-2020 School Year OUR MISSION:
NEW REGISTRATIONS
The Battle River School Division, in collaboration with our communities, will support every student to be a lifelong learner and contributing member of society.
Please let us welcome you to Battle River. Students new to the school division should register at the school they will be attending and provide a birth certificate when registering.
SUPERINTENDENT’S MESSAGE: On behalf of the teachers, administrators, and support staff, I would like to welcome each and every student to Battle River School Division for the 2019-2020 school year. This year, staff will continue to work toward achieving our vision of: Every Student, Every Day, A Success by providing an educational experience focused on programming that is tailored to meet the individual learning needs of the students we serve. We’re looking forward to a great year! Rita Marler, Superintendent of Schools. AUGUST 28 AUGUST 29 AUGUST 30
NON-INSTRUCTIONAL-PLANNING DAY (No School for Students) PROFESSIONAL LEARNING SERIES-SCHOOL (No School for Students) NON-INSTRUCTIONAL-PLANNING DAY (No School for Students)
SEPTEMBER 2 SEPTEMBER 3 SEPTEMBER 5 SEPTEMBER 20
LABOUR DAY (Schools Closed) FIRST DAY OF CLASSES STAFF MEETING / EARLY DISMISSAL PROFESSIONAL LEARNING SERIES-DIVISION (No School for Students)
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NOVEMBER 7 NOVEMBER 11 NOVEMBER 12 NOVEMBER 13&14 NOVEMBER 15
STAFF MEETING / EARLY DISMISSAL REMEMBRANCE DAY (Schools Closed) DAY-IN-LIEU OF PARENT / TEACHER INTERVIEWS (Schools Closed) FALL BREAK (Schools Closed) DAY-IN-LIEU OF PARENT / TEACHER INTERVIEWS (Schools Closed)
DECEMBER 5 DECEMBER 6 DECEMBER 19 DECEMBER 20 DECEMBER 23
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FEBRUARY 6 FEBRUARY 13&14 FEBRUARY 17 FEBRUARY 28
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THE BOARD of TRUSTEES Beaver County East . . . . . . . . . . . . Lyle Albrecht, lalbrecht@brsd.ab.ca West . . . . . . . . . . . . . Zsuzsanna Hemperger, zhemperger@brsd.ab.ca Camrose County North . . . . . . . . . . . . Karen Belich, kbelich@brsd.ab.ca South . . . . . . . . . . . .Kendall Severson, kseverson@brsd.ab.ca City of Camrose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Norm Erickson, nerickson@brsd.ab.ca . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Valerie Sims, vsims@brsd.ab.ca Flagstaff County East . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laurie Skori, lskori@brsd.ab.ca West . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jeff Kimball, jkimball@brsd.ab.ca
BUSING SERVICE The first day of busing for all students will be Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Students residing in Beaver County, Camrose County and Flagstaff County Students who were transported to a Division-operated school by a BRSD bus during the last school year will be included in our plans for the 2019-2020 school year. Students new to these areas should register for bus service by calling the Transportation Department at 780-672-6131 extension 5279, or 1-800-262-4869 extension 5279, well in advance of school opening so that efficient routes can be planned. Any questions regarding attendance areas and/or eligibility for busing should be directed to the transportation department.
SCHOOLS WITHIN BATTLE RIVER SCHOOL DIVISION #31 Please feel free to contact the school administrators to discuss the programs available to students in their schools.
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Hutterite Colonies Please direct inquiries to Patrick McFeely, Colony School Principals, at Division Office, 780-672-6131
DIVISION LEADERSHIP TEAM Located at: 5402 - 48A Ave., Camrose, AB. T4V 0L3. www.brsd.ab.ca Phone - (780) 672-6131 Superintendent of Schools Assistant Superintendent, Learning Assistant Superintendent, Business Director of Communications Director of Facilities Director of Finance Director of Human Resources Director of Learning, Inclusion Director of Learning, Inclusion Director of Learning, Instruction Director of Learning, Instruction Director of Technology Director of Transportation
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Loose Ends: Just imagine
Carol Livingstone Tofield Mercury Columnist
Here’s a fairy tale for you… If I’d participated in swimming, sprinting, and rowing, building
strength, muscle and cardio fitness when I was in my 20s and at the peak of my powers, instead of working 12 hour shifts, not sleeping enough and eating teen burgers at midnight, when I reached my 30s I would have known that squash isn’t just a vegetable; that a pelvic floor is not something you walk on; that planks and side planks have nothing to do with pirate ships. And as a side note, that biologically, strength and
muscle start to decline when you hit 35. How unfair is that?! And then I would have been prepared to try marathons, weights and Pilates, brisk walking, spin classes, jogging and swimming in my 40s. Marathons? The kind that have nothing to do with watching Netflix non-stop for six hours? Yeah, right. And all I know about spin classes is that spinning wheels and yarn are not involved. So if I’d in-
volved myself when I hit the big 5-0 with boxing, golf, circuit training, walking and swimming, weights, yoga and Pilates to protect myself against falls in older age it would have been a cinch. Yeah, who needs time for a job, home, family and friends? Time for anything not centered on fitness? Like fun, maybe. But if I could have managed all the requirements of my 50s then the power walking, garden-
ing and swimming in my 60s would have been a snap and my right knee wouldn’t have metal and plastic parts. And now that I’m in my 70s I’d be swinging around the ballroom dance floor (with a 30-something partner called Roberto or Vinny because Hubby doesn’t dance) or beating Hubby at table tennis despite my having no talent for that game at all instead of making quilts (not exactly a strength builder unless you count
the weight of fabrics when I’m shifting piles, looking for just the right one). Ah, well, woulda, coulda, shoulda. It’s a bit late to do anything about it now. Unless it’s possible to cram 50 years of fitness training into one year, so when I hit 80 I’ll be all caught up. Unless I could go to bed one night and wake up and be 20 again. Hah! Call Tom Cruise. I’ve got the plot for the next Mission Impossible.
Stolen truck from Tofield found off Hwy. 14 Sgt. John Powell Tofield RCMP
During the past week Tofield RCMP responded to 36 calls for service. Included in the calls for service were a motor vehicle collision, a 911 hangup, and
a false alarm. On Aug. 18, a resident of Tofield called in to report a theft. Sometime overnight, suspects stole two propane bottles off of his trailer. On Aug. 22, a business in Tofield reported their shop was broken into
overnight. The suspects attended the business, broke in and stole a truck which was parked in the bay. Later in the morning, the vehicle was called in abandoned on the side of Hwy 14 between Bruce and Holden. RCMP attended and recovered the
vehicle for a forensic examination. On Aug. 24, a resident of Holden reported a mischief to his vehicle. The callers pickup truck was having mechanical issue and was taken in for repair. The mechanic advised him there was an
unknown fluid put into his gas tank which caused the issues. On Aug. 25, Tofield RCMP received a call for several youths on the roof of CW Sears School. Members attended and were unable to locate the youths.
Sorry seems to be the hardest word
Kevin Sorenson M.P. Parliamentary Report
Justin Trudeau has no problem extending apologies for a multitude of sins that were committed well before his time as Prime Minister. Sorry, however, seems to be the hardest word for him to say when it comes to his own offences or that of his office. The Ethics Commissioner’s recent report into the corruption scandal
that has rocked the Liberal government for months revealed that what took place between Justin Trudeau, SNCLavalin and the former Attorney General of Canada was far worse than anyone originally thought. Despite this finding; despite Trudeau’s election promise in 2015 to be ethical and accountable; and despite his initial assertion that the original story about this sordid affair was false, the Prime Minister refuses to say sorry. In the wake of the Ethics Commissioner’s findings, Trudeau finally did accept responsibility for his office’s interference in the criminal prosecution of SNC-Lavalin but that acceptance did
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luted response? It has led many Canadians to question how they can support a Prime Minister who has so seemingly deceived them and broken the law.
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Appreciating the often unappreciated
EDITORIAL Kerry Anderson Tofield Mercury Publisher
A couple of weeks ago while I was cheering on my wife Michelle at the Edmonton Marathon, I was fortunate enough to observe some interesting, and even uplifting goings-on that reminded me to appreciate the often unappreciated. After parking and walking to one of the blockade areas of Jasper Avenue, I chatted with an Edmonton police officer for a brief time in passing. He wanted to know where I was going, and I told him about Michelle working her way up to running marathons and that if her time was good enough that particular day, she would qualify for the world-famous Boston Marathon. He was impressed
by her goal, and wished me well on her behalf. We agreed that neither of us could understand how these athletes physically accomplish what they do, or why, but it is amazing none the less. At one of the race turn-arounds, the Canadian military stood guard. One group of military officers handed out medals for marathon finishers. There was even a 10 km run for military personnel as part of the day’s activities, but this uniformed group at the turn were just guarding runners and helping out when needed. As the runners approached, the military cheered them on and congratulated them on their achievements. I was impressed at how authentically happy and engaged the young military members were, and also with the number of runners who thanked them for their service to Canada. One older
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gentleman, probably in his 80s, stopped and saluted them. It was a wonderful moment, and I could tell that the military members were choked up and so grateful for his patriotic gesture. This casual encounter, for some reason, made me think back to the old black and white television program “The Andy Griffith Show.” Andy was a small
town sheriff (Andy Taylor) who very rarely dealt with many serious crimes, but he definitely had to police the characters who lived and interacted around town. He mostly did so using his likability, charm and public relations skills. Our military and police these days are often so busy with daily operations and paperwork, that pleasant public inter-
actions can be few and far between. But it is important for them, and the public as well, as I observed first hand that day. Personally, my observations that day were an important reminder that the police and military are working to protect us; and that 99.9 percent of them are very good people despite a world of social media negativity often targeted at
them both. But why else would they choose such selfless careers? After cheering on my wife, I thanked the military for their help and on the way back to my vehicle, I waved at the police officer and as he waved back he yelled: “How’d she do?” “She qualified,” I shouted, to which he signalled two big thumbs up.
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Sorry seems to be the hardest word Continued from Page 5 ious means to exert influence over Ms. WilsonRaybould. The authority of the Prime Minister and his office was to circumvent, undermine and ultimately attempt to discredit the decision of the Director of Public Prosecutions as well as the authority of Ms. Wilson-Raybould as the Crown’s chief law officer.” As Conservative Leader, Andrew Scheer, wrote to the RCMP on August 19th, “On a plain
reading of the language used by the Commissioner, Trudeau’s actions would fall within the contours of “obstructing, perverting or defeating the course of justice.” This is, as Scheer has now pointed out on two occasions to the RCMP, contrary to section 139 of the Criminal Code and thereby, warrants further investigation. As our Conservative Leader also pointed out in his August letter, these actions “paint a disturbing picture of a Prime Minister who uses the
power of his office to decide who gets prosecuted and who does not, based solely on his own partisan interests. The implications of this – on everything from the integrity of Canada’s highest political office, to the independence of our judicial system, to the very rule of law – cannot be overstated. The powerful and politically connected absolutely cannot be above the law.” As a former Official Opposition Critic for Public Safety and
Deputy Critic for Justice, I am extremely concerned about the perception, let alone the reality, of any government being able to abuse their power in such a way that they circumvent the law. As a newly elected Member of Parliament in the early 2000s, I wrote extensively about the politicization of the RCMP after witnessing a few incidents where there was good reason to believe former Prime Minister Jean Chretien and his office had di-
rected the RCMP. In particular, evidence strongly suggested it was the PMO that instructed the RCMP to inform Swiss authorities of suspected wrongdoing with respect to the purchase of Airbus aeroplanes. Also, during an APEC summit in Ottawa where protestors were pepper sprayed, many again believed it was the PMO instructing the RCMP. I want to leave you with this one question and I want to do so with the reminder of what drove the Liberals out of
power in 2006 – Adscam – if a government is able and willing to interfere in the criminal prosecution of a politically aligned company, what would they do when they themselves may be the subject of any criminal or unethical wrongdoing? Again, the perception let alone the reality, that any government is above the law is, to say the least, extremely unsettling and therefore, warrants an investigation to assure Canadians otherwise.
I am a big believer in partnerships: Radley Continued from Page 2 “What we can do is assist the community by determining a need, referring to already established child care providers, assist with volunteer training, work with parents and families along with their early childhood development groups, and other community partners to promote positive social development.” FCSS does not offer direct financial assistance, but offers the following programs/services: • A volunteer income tax program year round. With the help of a trained community volunteer they are able to assist lower income individuals with the completion of their income taxes, which in turn provides them with the access to any benefits and credits that they are entitled to;
• A subsidized counselling program for individuals, families, and couples with Counsellor Charlene Irvine; • Provide assistance to seniors with form completion related to both provincial and federal seniors’ financial benefits that may be available to them; • Assist individuals with completion of income support applications; • Referrals to the Tofield and Ryley Area Food Bank for some in need of a food hamper and community support organizations such as Busy B for clothing; • A partner in the Tofield/Ryley Christmas Hamper Campaign, which assists those in need with a Christmas Food Hamper during the holiday season. “TRBW FCSS will continue to contribute and support the community
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through participation in community events where possible, bring awareness and education around important topics, such as early childhood development, mental health, domestic violence prevention, suicide prevention, elder abuse, and more,” Radley stated. “I enjoy working with community, so I’m looking forward to getting to know the communities better and working with our staff Jamie, in addition to out municipal, agency, and community partners.”
Tofield and Area Church Directory Tofield Alliance Bardo Lutheran Church 48 St. 57 Ave., Tofield Church Pastor - Calvin Andringa
Sunday Worship - 10:00 am • Sunday School • Life Groups • Youth Group • Music & Worship • Senior Activities 780-662-2762 • 5907 - 49 Street
Holden United Church Worship & Sunday School - 9:00am
Tofield United Church
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Salem Mennonite Church Pastor Mark Loewen 780-662-2364 Sunday School 9:45 am Sunday Worship 10:45 am
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Obituary Verna Heistad
Verna Frances Welsh was born in Eston, SK on October 16, 1936 to Mable and Erman Welsh. She was the third of eight children, having 5 sisters and 2 brothers. She is survived by 5 sisters and 1 brother; 2 daughters Pam (Fred) Katunar and Patty (Len) Koop; 6 grandchildren Chad and Blaire Katunar, Megan (married to Michael Dytiuk), Kyle, Ryan and Justin and 2 great-grandsons Silas and Jacob Dytiuk. Her husband of more than 60 years, Ken Heistad, passed away on October 22, 2017. She spent her early childhood days on the family farm and then when she was about 11, their family moved into Lacadena, SK so the children could be at home and still attend High School. Under Mable’s watchful eye, all the Welsh children played a musical instrument and Verna’s was the saxophone. She also liked to skate, ride horses and play baseball. Shortly after moving into town, she started her formal working life at the age of 12 by working in the general store in Lacadena. A few years later, she went to Saskatoon to attend Teachers College. Verna was a natural teacher and always very gifted in working with children. She never had to raise her voice with her young students and children were just naturally drawn to her. Right
after graduating from college, she taught in Sanctuary, SK. Later in life she would even open her own Kindergarten in Stony Plain, AB. Verna also attended one year at Eston Bible school where she met Ken. They were married in Eston, SK on July 27, 1957. Right after they were married, they moved to Coronation, AB where Verna once again taught school. As Ken continued to work for the Treasury Branches, they had many transfers throughout the province of Alberta and built at least 6 different homes before finally retiring to Tofield. Verna would often be responsible for selling one house, choosing the colors/design for the next one and keeping the family going as Ken would already be at the next location as a result of another transfer. Moving every 2-3 years was not easy on Verna or the family. In later retirement years, they lived in Sherwood Park and most recently were cared for at Bethany Meadows in Camrose. Early in life, Verna committed her life to the Lord Jesus. She set a godly example in her lifestyle and for her family. Family was of utmost importance to Verna. Family reunions were frequent when the children were young, and many adventures and laughs were had at the Welsh farm in Castor or with the Heistad’s at Veteran. Verna was an incredibly hard worker and would never settle for a job “half done�. She struggled for most of her life with a number of health challenges,
and if she didn’t have such a fighting spirit, she would never have lasted to her 80’s. She enjoyed making her houses into homes, always had a keen interest in fashion and loved to do a number of crafts. She truly loved her family and was especially thrilled when the grandchildren came along. She made the best Thanksgiving, Christmas and Easter dinners for everyone! Birthday parties were also a big celebration. She loved to decorate Easter eggs and do pumpkins with the grandkids as well. From her days of decorating her classrooms, she has become known as a bit of a “Hallmark lady� by always decorating and celebrating special occasions. Her hard work ethic, gentle spirit, ability to organize things, elegance, sense of humor, godly advice and willingness to help or sacrifice for her family will all be greatly missed. She was always considerate of others – even of strangers and willing to help someone in need. We know she is reunited now with Ken and is finally free of her many health challenges. Our lives are all enriched by her godly example and she will live on in our hearts and memories for ever. A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, August 31, 2019 at the Tofield Alliance Church. Cremation will take place following the funeral service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made directly to the charity of one's choice. Weber Funeral Home 780-662-3959 www.weberfuneralhome.ca
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A Free Weekly Publication Serving All of Beaver County Wednesday, August 28, 2019, Volume 12, Issue 35
New tower to improve coverage for rural residents Patricia Harcourt Despite some sympathy expressed for residents in close proximity to a proposed new telecommunications tower in the west end, Beaver County Council agreed to support it for the sake of its rural residents getting better service. T e l u s Communications Inc. is proposing to place a new 45 metre high telecommunications tower in the county's west end, located half a mile south of Twp. Rd. 510 and east of R.R. 205, legally described as SW 32-5020-W4. Brenden Smith, 5G Strategic Project Coordinator, Land Solutions Inc., attended the meeting to speak on behalf of Telus. Logan Demerais, Senior Real Estate Manager of Telus, was expected
but did not attend. County development officer Jessica Lui stated in her report: "The county is not the approving authority for telecommunication facilities; however, the applicant must secure a letter of municipal concurrence for the facility as part of their application to Industry Canada," which is the approving authority. Several households have objected to the tower being placed nearby, with two supporting it. Complaints include proximity, health and aesthetic issues, the potential for lowered property values and the likelihood of increased noise. Another worry is of the potential for flashing lights on the tower. It was suggested also that the existing tower, which is double the height of the one
now proposed, could be upgraded instead. However, Lui said it was "determined that the tower could not support additional antennas and it would be economically unfeasible to use the tower." Lui also reported that, after a new site location was chosen "to minimize visual impact," there was only one objection received for the new location. But based on that one objection, the matter was referred to county council to decide if the project would be supported. An open house had been held last April at Spilstead Hall to provide information to area residents and get feedback. Councillor Barry Bruce (Division 4) felt those living in the area of the new tower should be compensat-
Although we could do with a break from the moisture, recent wind and sun has allowed some farmers to get into the fields so far as summer ends and fall harvest season fast approaches.
ed in some way, noting he knew people who received free internet as compensation in another situation. "It would be unusual to offer this type of compensation to adjacent landowners," replied Smith, noting that "they would have the opportunity for increased services" just by having the tower there. "But everybody gets that, everybody," replied Bruce. "It's just challenging for a nation-wide carrier to offer," said Smith. Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec (Division 3) asked if there would be a "significant impact" to cell phone and internet service in
rural Beaver County with this tower. "The latest technology will be in the tower," said Smith. "The capacity is there." Division 1 Councillor Kevin Smook said he "respects some residents have concerns," but felt this project puts the county on track with its municipal sustainability plan to improve broadband services. "Overall, it's good for Beaver County." "I am absolutely in favour of improved communication, the sooner the better," added Bruce. "But I also feel for the people living nearby…It's not as intrusive as a coal mine but it does alter
their view." But with only two objections, he said, those people should be considered for a compensation package. Councillor Dale Pederson (Division 5) said the idea should be sold to Telus, and Smith volunteered to deliver this message to Demerais, who had attended the April open house. "I do feel some of the people that may be affected should have some additional compensation," agreed Reeve Jim Kallal (Division 2). A motion by Smook to send a letter of concurrence to Telus as part of the approval process was passed unanimously.
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Beaver County Councillors discuss roads in their divisions Patricia Harcourt Beaver County Council took time Aug. 21 to discuss certain roads in the county. Problems with Township Road 514 were brought up by Division 1 Councillor Kevin Smook. Smook said the move to put the road to gravel for now would not be popular with drivers in the short term. "But we need to improve safety," he said. The motion called for that portion of the road to be worked back to gravel for now with consideration of putting a long term dust control solution in place the next spring. The issue revolves around three miles of the 514 which were patched with Roadtek material, packed and covered with coal mix. Superintendent of Transportation Dan Blackie blamed the road problems on a base failure due to saturated ground. Although the first mile of the road from 630 east to R.R. 195 did respond well, the second mile from R.R. 195 to 194 didn't work and has broken up. Also breaking up is the end of the third mile running from 194 to 193. Blackie thought a contributor to the problem was a couple of natural springs that exist in the rolling hills in the area. "So, it's saturated underneath," he said. "I know it's been a thorn in our side," said Smook, noting the residents "are not happy." Blackie said a packer is used on the road every week, but "the rain doesn't help." And the road is very busy, he said. The first mile seemed to work well and Blackie felt that was because there was some oil mixed into it. There are also good shoulders on that part of the road. But the rest is not working. "If we work it up, the grader can maintain it and will make it tighter shoulder to shoulder," he said. "There's a lot of aggregate there, it's just so wet." In the spring, it could be cemented and chip sealed, he said. "Hats off to our grading crew," said Smook. "It's been a very wet year…with challenges. By golly, they’re doing a very good job on that part, the gravelling." Speaking of the road, Smook said: "I want it chewed up this week or next week, tightening it up so we can cement it next year."
Division 4 Councillor Barry Bruce recommended the pot holes be monitored before cementing, adding: "I wouldn't be very eager to chip seal it too soon because there are no supports on the sides of the road. "I'm fully confident if we work it, chew it, and cement it next year it will hold up," said Blackie. In another division, Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec (Division 3) stated his desire for Twp. Rd. 502 to be turned into a feeder road. Hrabec said there was no "rhyme or reason" to the way nine yield signs between Bruce and Ryley are placed on the road. "Five don't have yield signs going in the other direction," he said, adding: "I would like to see what can be done to change the signs to make it a feeder road." The road is good, he said, because "the grader operators have done a good job maintaining the road." Administration will look at the issue for council. Hrabec also brought up a complaint made to him about mud from Beaver Municipal Solutions (BMS) trucks tracking onto Secondary Highway 834 in the early morning hours, making it "pretty slick and muddy." Smook, who sits on the BMS board for Beaver County, said this topic has been discussed at the BMS board level, and a board colleague suggested dropping the speed limit from 100 km/hr to 80 km/hr at the point where the trucks leave the facility and enter the highway. Smook said: "The BMS general manager will follow up on that." Councillor Barry Bruce (Division 4) told council he wants to see the speed limit on Highway 14 from Secondary Highway 855 to Range Road 161 reduced from 100 km/hr to 80 km/hr as well. A motion by Bruce was passed to seek the Village of Holden's support for the speed reduction proposal. Reeve Jim Kallal (Division 2) had a motion passed to remove the stop sign on Secondary Highways 626 at the T-intersection with Secondary Highway 854, for eastbound traffic only. "You have to stop at the T-intersection anyway so why have the other stop on 626," said Kallal. Public Works Director Darby Dietz said the signs might be there now because the 626 changes from a gravel road to a paved road going east after the intersection.
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Adoption of Priority Based Budgeting (PBB) County Council, at their August 21, 2019, meeting, unanimously endorsed embarking down the path of Priority Based Budgeting (PBB). Beaver County is one of only a handful of municipalities in Canada to use PBB. It is an innovative approach to allocate budgeted resources towards achieving results in identified goals as opposed to applying traditional incremental budgeting. Incremental budgeting takes last year’s budget and the services embedded within and adds/subtracts for items like inflation, growth, grants, and new legislation. PBB for Beaver County will mean a step-by-step process toward clearly sharing with the public all the programs the municipality provides, gauging how well those programs resonate with
citizens and ranking those program impacts on priorities in a strategic plan. All the traditional budget factors are still included but programs are also gauged for their ongoing relevance to citizens and priorities. This allows for more movement among program areas and reallocating resources to where they achieve the greatest results. Reeve Jim Kallal stated that he “sees tremendous value in making sure the public knows exactly what they are receiving for programs as well as how much those programs cost and how they are impacting community priorities.” One of the intangible benefits of PBB is moving away from a budget being about departments that are difficult to explain to the public to a budget being about pro-
grams that a citizen/business can identify with. Programs invite a healthier dialogue among all stakeholders and add a level of accountability not often seen in government. The first step on this journey will come in the form of meetings with Council and administration to look at the current strategic plan and refresh it with a PBB lens attached. What this means is applying rigor in identifying clear goals for the community. These goals then need results attached to them. This is where accountability and transparency lie. The results, clearly articulated direction and expectations from Council, will be handed off to administration to then build a business plan built on achieving the most results possible
within the framework of the budget. Council will then hold its administration accountable for the results promised in that business plan. Reeve Kallal suggested he has “never seen a clearer way to demonstrate understanding between direction from Council and a straightforward answer from County staff. “This really sets the standard for staying focused on those things that are most important to citizens, businesses, community groups, and Council. Council is looking forward to sharing the results of this with our community. There are only so many dollars in our budget. It is important we demonstrate good value to everyone.” Strategic planning efforts with Council start in mid-September.
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Saying goodbye to a summer of relaxation and fun isn’t exactly something most kids, even many college kids, look forward to. A new semester means fresh new books, new teachers, new learning goals and friends.
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Beaver County Council and Staff would like to take this opportunity to say good luck, may it be all you hope it will be, wishing you all much success in the new school year!
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Beaver County Service Centre 5120 - 50 Street Box 140 Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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For the safety of the residents who travel TWP RD 514 between RGE RD 192 and 195, Beaver County will be resurfacing the road top to gravel effective immediately. The current condition of the road top is considered dangerous and numerous attempts to repair to a standard that would be considered safe; have not succeeded.
Beaver Emergency Services Commission is looking for an Administrative Assistant to provide support to the Regional Emergency Manager at the BESC office in Viking, AB.
During this time, portions of the roads may be closed to allow crews to work safely; however, access for local landowners will be maintained during construction. Delays are to be expected. We encourage patrons to take alternate routes until the projects are complete.
The Program Assistant is responsible for all of the administrative duties of the small two-person office. Duties include: Legislative Compliance, General Administration, Board Administration, Financial Administration and liaising between the office and the various BESC entities.
There are potential hazards to the public and vehicles during the construction process. This can include heavy machinery, dust or mud, and road materials such as gravel, asphalt coatings and rock chips. This schedule is weather dependent.
This Position requires Monday to Friday as well as a valid Class 5 Drivers License. Computer skills, communication skills and time management skills are a must. Preference will be given to candidates with a diploma or certificate in business or administration and prior relevant experience.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during construction. If you have any questions, please call the Beaver County Service Centre at 780-663-3730.
This full-time position pays competitive wages and generous benefits.
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Applications will be taken until the position is filled. Please forward a detailed resume to BESCrecruiting@beavermunicipal.com
To help promote agriculture as a career choice among our youth, the County Agricultural Service Board sponsors an annual scholarship for students who are pursuing a field of study related to the Agriculture Industry.
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The scholarship is open to all students graduating from Tofield, Ryley, and Viking High schools that are enrolled in a post secondary agriculture or agriculture related program, of two or more years in length. Proof of enrollment will be required. The scholarship awarded is in the amount of $500.00. Deadline for application submissions is September 1, 2019. Students who are interested in applying can go to www.beaver.ab.ca to download the application form or can contact Aimee Boese, Agricultural Fieldman at (780) 663-3730.
AAAF Memorial Bursary The Association of Alberta Agricultural Fieldman, as an ongoing tribute to active or retired AAAF members who pass away, and in the spirit of continuing education valued by our Association, created the AAAF Memorial Bursary. The bursary is intended for students continuing their education in a College or University program that focuses on Agriculture or Environmental Science. One $500.00 bursary is available annually for each of the 5 Provincial regions of the AAAF. Application submissions must be received by September 1, 2019. Students who are interested in applying can go to www.beaver.ab.ca to download the application form or can contact Aimee Boese, Agricultural Fieldman at (780) 663-3730.
Schedule is subject to change depending on the weather. **ECD – Es mated Comple on Date TBD – To Be Determined TASK TWP RD 514 RoadTek Repairs TWP RD 512 east of SH 630 Phase 3 (2nd li of chip seal) Phase 4 (Final sweep of chips) TWP RD 482 west of HWY 36 Phase 3 (2nd li of chip seal) Phase 4 (Final sweep of chips) RGE RD 132 south of TWP RD 482 Phase 3 (2nd li of chip seal) Phase 4 (Final sweep of chips) RGE RD 182 TerraCem (from TWP RD 484 to Black Nugget Entrance) Phase 1 (Cement) Phase 2 (1st li of chip seal) Phase 3 (2nd li of chip seal) Phase 4 (Final sweep of chips) TWP RD 502 TerraCem (from RGE RD 201 – 205) Phase 1 (Cement & Tack)
Phase 2 (1st li of chip seal) Phase 3 (2nd li of chip seal) Phase 4 (Final sweep of chips) RGE RD 124 Gravelock (from TWP RD 470 – 463) Bridge Construc on TWP RD 494 west of SH 857 Culvert Maintenance Road Oiling (loca on TBD) Patching Oil Roads Patching/Shoulder Pulls Backsloping- TBD Gravelling Dust Control- 1st Applica on Dust Control- 2nd Applica on
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The Tofield Mercury, Wednesday, August 28, 2019 - Page 9
Sunshine Villa resident looks back in time Kylie Kuflay Student Reporter
Tofield’s Sunshine Villa resident Mary Finseth aged 93 discussed what life was like before her arrival at the villa. She has been a resident since Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011. “That was the first year that the villa had opened,” she exclaimed. Finseth wanted to move into a home before winter, and that fall she got lucky – there were
many rooms available at the villa. Since then Finseth has enjoyed regular visits from her children who live in the area, and is looking forward to her eldest son moving back home. Finseth noted that her husband LeRoy had passed away in 2005, and recalled some of her most cherished memories surrounding her time spent with him. “I have friends that I
made while I was in high school who I’m still in contact with today,” Finseth said. “It is very special to me that I’ve been able to stay in contact with these people for so many years.” She said she was also a clerk at a store in Kingman, Eaton’s, and Millwoods in Edmonton.
“I enjoyed my different jobs because they were what I was good at!” Finseth was a regular volunteer at the Bardo Lutheran Church in Tofield, and helped with events, and had helped rebuild the current church after the second church burned down Continued on Page 15
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Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087 tfnc _____________________ Apply with resume to Roy's Handyman Services. Gerry Keyzer , email to Flooring, trim work, baseservice@cmchrysler or ment finishing, decks, Wes Campbell wcamp- fences, kitchen cabinet bell@cmchrysler.ca or call installs and carpentry work. 780-385-2121 Call 780-662-0146 or 780232-3097. 33/35p TM33tfnc _____________________ Painting Quality Residential and CLASSIFIED Commercial Painting ADS ARE 3 FOR Betty Tkaczyk 780-632-8749 or THE PRICE OF 780-688-3564 1! tfnc _____________________ Advertise in the Furnace Installations. Lamont Leader, Lowest Rates. Free Estimates. Tofield Over 45 years' Mercury experience. and Weekly Licensed, Semi-retired Review Tradesman. all for one price!! Call 780-718-0262 TM32/44p
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Remember When
GOLD-PLATED PICK AXE: Chuck McBurney, Reeve of the County, presented Ryley with some assistance to build the Newalta Waste Transfer Station in the form of a gold-plated pick axe. Knudslien demonstrates his talent with the gift. This image appeared in the Sept. 11, 1990 edition of Tofield Mercury.
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World’s longest baseball game raises more than $450k for cancer research Continued from Page 3 shoulder injury, the first game was challenging as he was pitching for the majority of his shifts – approximately 800 pitches in 72 hours – and it limited his ability to throw the ball, keeping him off the mound for this game. “I have an incredible amount of respect and admiration for the Saik family, their determination to rally an entire community time and time again to make a difference in a meaningful way,” LeClaire said, expressing his gratitude. “I am also grateful for all the many friends, family, neighbours from our community who were thoughtful to show their support by either donations, or showing up and cheering (or heckling) me on during the game – it was really appreciated and absolutely made the
84 hours and 308 innings go by a bit faster.” According to LeClaire, each player was asked to raise $3,000 even before the start of the game. “We were raising funds to support new drug developments through the University of Alberta for blood cancers, such as leukemia, lymphoma, etc., and patients in Alberta will become the first in the world to benefit from these clinical trials at the Cross Cancer Institute,” LeClaire explained. A generous couple Dianne and Irving Kipnes of the Dianne and Irving Kipnes Foundation stepped up and pledged to match the donations of up to $250,000. “Donations are still trickling in and we are still accepting new donations at www.worldslongestgame.ca, hoping to hit $500,000 this year,” LeClaire concluded.
Fifty-six players took part in the world’s longest ball game from Aug. 22-25, playing continuously for four days without leaving the diamond. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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Mary Finseth Continued from Page 9
in 1965 struck by lightning. “The young people use to gather on Sunday evenings to play games outside of the church,” Finseth continued. “One Sunday evening I met LeRoy on the swings and since then we were together until he passed away.” Outside of volunteering at the church, spending time with family and friends, and working, Finseth also had hobbies that she enjoyed doing for many years such as sewing quilt tops, creating quilts, skating and reading. She explained that she had a deep love for reading, however, since she got Macular degeneration, a vision loss condition, she has been unable to read. “It was a big hardship for me and a very big adjustment,” said Finseth. “Luckily, I have a reader that reads all the stories to me, which is a big help.”
Finseth enjoyed participating in all the activities available at the villa before she lost her vision however, she still enjoys how kind all the people at the villa are. “I remember what life was like where I grew up and it was a very different way of living back in the early 1930s,” remarked Finseth. “We had several dust storms in the early ‘30s. I know my dad did not take the binder out for three years because there was no crop.” Finseth added that the dust storms were terrible and some would last a couple of days and nights. She recalled one time when her brother had come to pick her up from school because of the dust storm. “I have many precious memories from over the years,” Finseth added with a smile. “Many from the places I have been, the people I love, and the friends I have made.”
FOR SALE BY TENDER TENDERS ARE INVITED for the purchase of the following property located in the Camrose County: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 20 TOWNSHIP 49 SECTION 14 ALL THAT PORTION OF THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER NOT COVERED BY THE WATERS OF LAKE MIQUELON AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF SURVEY OF THE SAID TOWNSHIP DATED ON THE 2 ND DAY OF MARCH A.D. 1894 CONTAINING 55.4 HECTARES (137 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: HECTARES A) PLAN 0724929 ROAD 0.796 EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS
(ACRES) MORE OR LESS 1.97
The title to the property will be subject to the reservations and exceptions now appearing on the title and free and clear of all encumbrances. The property consists of approximately 90 cultivated acres and approximately 40 acres of bush. GST will be added to the tender price unless the purchaser is a GST registrant at the time of closing. TENDERS must be in writing, accompanied by a certified cheque for 5% of the tender price, sealed in an envelope marked “Schmidt-Olfert Tender” and must be received by Fielding & Company LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, #100, 4918 - 51 Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1S3, on or before 12:00 noon, August 30, 2019. Municipal taxes will be adjusted. The closing and adjustment date of sale will be September 20, 2019, and the successful tenderer must pay the balance of the purchase price, plus GST unless the tenderer is a GST registrant, on the closing date, or the deposit will be forfeited. The deposits of all unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them forthwith after the closing of tenders. No conditional tenders will be accepted, and the highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. No warranty whatsoever is given as to the condition of the property or as to the fitness of the property for any purpose.
For further information about the property phone Bonnie Schmidt-Olfert at (780) 554-6589. For information about the tender process phone Jonathan Sims at Fielding & Company LLP, (780) 672-8851.
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Hon. Kevin Sorenson M.P. For Battle River—Crowfoot 4945-50th Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1P9 Tel.: 780-608-4600 | Fax: 780-608-4603 kevin.sorenson.c1@parl.gc.ca www.kevinsorenson.ca
Excerpt from Farewell Speech (June 5, 2019) “After six elections, 19 great years and various positions in the Official Opposition and Government, it is now time for me to spend more time with my family, who have so selflessly and stoically stood by my side through this long and demanding journey....However, I do so with a heavy heart as I have so much enjoyed the privilege of being a Member of Parliament, a Member of Parliament for the riding of Crowfoot, which later had its named changed to Battle River-Crowfoot. I cannot thank the good people of my riding enough for their support. For 19 years, they were my boss. Every day I have received letters, emails, telephone calls and face-to-face words of encouragement and prayers that mean more to me than they will ever know. After first being elected in November 2000, I stood in the House of Commons on February 1st, 2001 to deliver my maiden speech in which I said: “ I thank all the people of Crowfoot for bestowing their faith in me. I promise to respectfully and truthfully represent your views and concerns (here in Ottawa). I pledge to work hard with the same diligence that the majority of the people of Crowfoot demonstrate daily as they go about their occupations and their careers in our predominately rural riding.” I have worked hard to keep my word.”
2001 - Kevin with his family at the “Signing of the Scroll.”
Thank you for the honour of serving, good bye, and may God bless Canada.
2002 - Final Load of Hay to Arrive in Alberta from Hay West 2012 - Kevin at work as Committee Chair
2014 - Finance Ministers Meeting: Kevin with Jim Flaherty and BoC Governor Stephen Poloz
2010 - Special Committee tour of “Task Force Kandahar” in Afghanistan
2015 - Kevin with then PM Stephen Harper
2018 - Tour of the Husky Terminal at Hardisty 2006 - Christmas Open House
2019 - Camrose Kick’N Country Parade, Kevin is holding Grandson Kaden * Background Map of Battle River—Crowfoot, the constituency Kevin currently represents.