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PAINTEARTH COUNTY

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Ava Boldt of Veteran catches her first-ever fish while ice fishing. Mom Roxanne helps her bring the rainbow trout in successfully at the Coronation Dam on Sunday, Jan. 8 in temperatures hovering around minus 20 Celsius. Roxanne noted with no wind, it was a very fun day. ECA Review/J. Webster

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It’s getting so we have to do more [bridges] each year as all our bridges are getting old,” said Bryce Cooke, Director of Public Works at the regular County of Paintearth council meeting on Wed. Jan. 4. Cooke noted that the Bulwark Cemetery bridge needs to be posted ‘3 ton only’ as the substructure is failing in the 64 year old bridge. Cooke is looking at different options including replacing the bridge with one or two culverts or purchasing a Jimbob bridge. Cooke presented some rough estimates but will continue to investigate for costs and long term solutions. A 60 ft. Jimbob bridge is $95,000 and $10,000 for delivery while putting in a culvert would be $280,000 with most of the cost being in dirt to move. Council asked for different prices on 60 ft. Jimbob bridges up to 100 ft. “I’d like to replace them [bridges] all with culverts but the cost is in the dirt work,” said CAO Tarolyn Aaserud. Development permits were down to $3.5 million in 2016, down from five to eight million in previous years. 2016 saw two subdivisions,

eight towers for internet, bat towers and telecom, a number of residences and solar installations. Land Use By-law ‘Schedule A’ received first reading and will come back to council. Some changes include more under AUC Rule 12, Noise Control, new residential developments near existing wind farms and development of Park Models and Seacan residences. Other changes are made for more clarity. Reeve George Glazier reported on the 911 Society stating the requisition has to go up this year to $6.40. Last year was quite a bit cheaper because of the $72,000 cushion and taking some capital out to offset the cost of the $3 requisition per capita that was last year. The agreement with the worker’s union was three years behind so had to go retroactive but now we are three years ahead, said Glazier. Glazier noted they are now trying to work out a 911 back up centre with Lloydminster using the new monies now be realized from the cell phone charges.

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Castor Ag Society year in review by Helen Pickles Castor & District Agricultural Society has had a very busy 2016. Farmer’s Market held 10 markets from March to December and an average fed 120 people. Santa attended the market Dec. 1 with goody bags for the children. Farmer’s Market is looking for someone to organize the noon lunches. The next market will be March 2, 2017. Kelsey Seth is the manager. A fresh coat of paint was put on the interior walls in the hall in April, funded by the Ag Society. In May wainscoting, a fiberglass reinforced plastic, was put on the lower interior hall walls to help prevent further damage from chairs and tables, also funded by the Ag Society through a grant from Paintearth Waste Community Fund. The rodeo was held June 24 - 25 and was well attended despite the weather.

In 2017, the rodeo will be celebrating 40 years and will be a one-day rodeo held on Fri., June 23. The Fair was held Aug. 11 - 13 with 140 people attending the supper on Friday evening. The Ag Society put on a free pancake breakfast for 140. The Fair in 2017 will be held Aug. 11 12 and is in need of volunteers and more entries. In 2017 the fair will be a day and a half with entries Friday morning and the Fair ending noon on Saturday. In September the organization awarded nine $500 scholarships to graduates and apprenticeship students. The Hall Management Committee purchased a sea can in November for extra storage which is located west of the hall by meeting room #3. There have also been problems during 2016 with the hall ice machine, furnace, air-conditioning and hot

LEGISLATURE

Bill 210 would correct past wrongs on property rights Wildrose Livingstone-Macleod MLA Pat Stier introduced a private member’s bill last session that would fundamentally improve a number of bad property rights laws on the Alberta books, the Wildrose Official Opposition said today. Bill 210 would correct the draconian legislation in the former Bill 36, the Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA), which was proclaimed into law in 2009 by the former PC government as a mechanism for the province to develop vast land use plans without respecting the rights of Alberta landowners. Currently, ALSA allows Cabinet to amend or cancel existing rights held under licenses, permits, leases, approvals or any form of governmental approval issued by the province, a municipality or government agency. The Act also leaves compensation largely to the discretion of the Minister in charge and denies any ability for landowners to appeal decisions through the courts. “It’s time for the Legislature to put the most offensive parts of these bad laws out to pasture and secure the property rights of land and business owners once and for all,” Stier said. “The NDP used to talk a big game on property rights, but they’ve dragged their feet on repealing the worst aspects of Bill 36 since

coming to power. This Bill is an opportunity for the NDP, and all parties in the Legislature, to do the right thing, and join the Wildrose call for the fair treatment of Alberta landowners.” Bill 210 would amend Bill 36 and restore the rights of landowners taken in ALSA by legislating: • the right to fair hearings to mitigate harm; • the right to recourse through the courts; and, • the right to fair and timely compensation. Additionally, Bill 210 seeks to amend the Responsible Energy Development Act (also known as 2012’s “Bill 2”), which took away the statutory right of a landowner whose rights are impacted by decisions from the Alberta Energy Regulator by legislating: • the right to proper notice; and, • the right to fair hearings to mitigate harm. “So long as these draconian laws are on the books in their current condition, there will continue to be a breakdown of trust between landowners and government,” Stier said. “There’s no sidestepping this issue for the NDP. The changes in Bill 210 are well overdue, and I look forward to all members of the Legislature supporting them.”

water tank, probably caused by a lightning strike during the summer. The hall is being used for the Castor Fitness Centre. Brianna Madge is the new treasurer for the Hall Management Committee. In December the society purchased 100 new chairs. Thanks to the Castor Lions Club for their $5,000 donation and to the Castor Elks for their $1,000 donation. Our Ag Society has donated to the Farm Safety Centre, Halkirk/Stettler High School Rodeo, a Hunter Training Program and Regional 4-H Fun Days. We held a non-event fundraiser in the spring and raised $3405. The raffle fundraiser was drawn for Dec. 1 at the Farmer’s Market with Jeff Ensign of Castor winning the first prize, a quad; second prize, an Egg Barbecue and $1500 meat package was one by Dallas Priddell of Consort; and third prize, $1,000 cash was won by Nick Jenkins of Halkirk. Look us up on our Facebook page which Elizabeth Weber manages. A very special thank you to our many projects and meetings, etc. put on by the Castor & District Ag Society. During the year the Castor & District Ag Society made debenture

payments on the Castor Community Hall in the amount of $22,403 and have $169,132 left owing. Donations can be made to the Castor & District Agricultural Society, Box 1002, Castor, Ab. T0C 0X0. A tax deductible receipt will be issued for your donation. Our annual meeting was held Jan. 5 with a volunteer appreciation supper. Elections were held with the following board members: president - Tony Nichols; vice-president - Gary Dunkle, treasurer - Larry Weber, secretary - Marilyn Norton. Other board members are Walter and Helen Pickles, Don Sisson, Lyle and Elizabeth Weber, David Weber, Randall Muhlbeier, Dennis Filipenko, Paul and Sharon Wiart, Halley Spady, Walter Weber, Connie Gibson, Lisa Bagshaw, Henry Michielsen, Doug Zimmerman, Steve Madge and Kelsey Weth. Happy New Year and all the best in 2017.

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Depressed economy, higher minimum wage affect Bashaw’s BDSS budget by Lisa Joy

ECA Review reporter Bashaw and District Community Support Services (BDSS) needs $58,365 in funding for 2017, an increase of $20,609 from 2016, Executive Director Christine Buelow told Bashaw town council during its regular meeting Jan. 5. “It will help us maintain the current levels we have.” The extra $20,609 would help pick up a shortfall in donations to BDSS, delays in receiving funding and increased costs because of the higher minimum wage. Buelow said BDSS still receives sponsorship money from businesses but the amount they are able to contribute is down because of the economic downturn in Alberta. Buelow told council that BDSS has about 16 core programs including Meals on Wheels, Tools for School, Generations Daycare and Community Outreach. Other programs include the Community Wellness Program, Roots of Empathy, Preschool program, Summer Reading Program, Santa’s Anonymous, Information and referral services. According to Buelow’s report to council, statistic and tracking

information indicate that Bashaw has a high need for support services in the areas of mental health, social supports, one-on-one counseling and navigation of government programs. BDSS is a non-profit organization that administers social programs in Bashaw. Council accepted the presentation as information. Council wants more information before proceeding with $28,200 for a four-foot by eight-foot digital sign to replace the black sign beside the arena. The sign, which could accommodate 10 scrolling messages, could be used by others in the community to generate revenue to support recreation in Bashaw, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Theresa Fuller said in her report to council Jan. 5. The sign could potentially generate $108,864 in revenue throughout its lifetime. Coun. Bryan Gust said he wants more information about the costs and details on Daysland’s sign. He also suggested the town solicit groups to buy in on the capital cost of the sign. Coun. Rosella Peterman said the sign looked like a “very pricey proposition” and added she would like to see the community buy into it first. Coun. Lynn Schultz agreed and suggested council table the item until they

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The true spirit of free speech by Rick Strankman MLA, NDP’s view on climate policies and for Drumheller Stettler that they are demanding his removal Member of the Official from the Electricity and Renewables Wildrose Opposition critic portfolio. English writer Evelyn The widespread debate over Beatrice Hall who was climate has a variety of opinquoted as saying; ions and experts that the NDP “I disapprove of what you “world view” didn’t consider say, but I will defend to the when they developed their death your right to say it,” economy-killing carbon tax. Hall clearly understood For a party that has the the true spirit of free speech word “democratic “in it, they and how important the role seem to have little to no free speech plays in a demounderstanding of what that cratic society. word actually means or how Strankman Democracy is the tool that our legislative system works safeguards free societies in Alberta. from tyranny of a minority; the role of The reaction of the NDP to this the opposition in a democracy is to opposing view is alarming when you ensure it does not become two wolves consider what they seem to be and sheep deciding what to have for advocating. dinner. It appears anyone that has an In Canada we have an Official opposing view to the Alberta governOpposition, in Alberta, that legislative ment should not have a place at the role is currently held by the Wildrose. table, regardless of whom the citizen/ The role of the opposition is to ensure taxpayers of Alberta feel belong at that all viewpoints are brought forward for table. consideration. The reaction of the Notley governHaving been in an opposition role ment seems to suggest that the “NDP not so long ago, this is something the world view” doesn’t include defending NDP should understand, but they have the right of free speech, free thought or clearly forgotten. the expression of an opposing view; My colleague in the Wildrose this position is very disturbing. Official Opposition and MLA for Regardless of the opposing view, the Innisfail Sylvan Lake, Don MacIntyre, only people that should decide the has been targeted by the NDP for com- seating arrangement should be the ments he made that do not align with electorate of Alberta, not an off-kilter their “NDP world view.” His comments offered an opinion that is contrary to the

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democracy, Premier Notley needs to seriously consider sanctions for anyone who brings forward this type ludicrous attack on free speech and democracy. The legislative role of the Official Opposition is a very important one which my colleagues in the Wildrose and I take very seriously. In order for us to fulfill the role given to us by the electorate of Alberta, free speech, free thought, and an opposing view - regardless of its nature, must be defended by every member of the Legislature.

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Killam RCMP investigate break and enter/theft of firearms and RCMP items Killam RCMP responded to a break and enter at a residence in Killam on Dec. 23. The suspect(s) stole several personal firearms and accessories that were located inside a gun safe at the residence. Suspect(s) also stole an RCMP issued patrol jacket, long sleeved shirt and Nikon camera. The break and enter is believed to have occurred sometime between Dec. 21 to Dec. 22, 2016. The firearms and accessories

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Someone is always happy to think for you by Brenda P. Schimke I meet an inordinate number of Albertans who hate President Obama, hate the Affordable Healthcare Act passed by Obama and vocally support the American President-elect who is a proven liar, womanizer, bully and just plain nasty. Interestingly, these opinions seem to be found most often among people who enjoy snowbird status or are supporters of the extreme right. It’s ironic. Many of the same bashers of Obamacare are snowbirds who rush home before their six months are up so that they won’t miss out on their publically-funded universal health care benefits.

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It’s both a mystery and arrogance that we should have any opinion whatsoever on American health care! I’ve listened to many academics on Canadian radio and TV shows discussing the era of ‘post-truth’. Their collective conclusion is that regardless of the evidence, people today are so hardened in their

positions that they will accept untruths over truth and contradictory positions to their own moral beliefs to stay loyal to their positions. That reality can be explained in two words—successful propaganda. My hope for the New Year is Albertans will become proud Canadians again not pseudo-Americans. Specifically, that we start respecting ourselves enough to constructively participate in rational, respectful public discourse rather than namecalling and hysteria. However, that would require many of us to end our steady diet of American news channels and divorce ourselves from the addicting rants and untruths that permeate social media. It is folly to continue to let unaccountable, talking heads and fake news stories created by the invisible and unknown to shape our opinions. My hope for this year is Canadians will read multiple publications--magazines, newspapers, books and listen to investigative news shows, history and documentaries from sources still governed by rules of conduct with professional oversight. If your sole source of information is the internet and twitter, talking heads and columnists, it’s unlikely you will ever hear both sides of a story. Yet every story has two sides and in a democracy it is critical they both be heard. If we do not think for ourselves, but let someone else think for us then don’t be too surprised that the long-term outcome is often shocking and contrary to what you wanted or expected.

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Laundromat closes its doors Dear Editor, Firstly, I am saddened to announce that the Alix Laundromat has been permanently closed due to the Village of Alix cancelling our easement agreement which encompasses a portion of the sidewalk that gives access to the laundromat, an agreement that has been in place since 1999. It allowed for us to have side door

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access to our building which housed our Laundromat. Cancelling the easement agreement leaves approx. 17 inches of the sidewalk for access to the laundromat which is not enough width for pedestrian traffic carrying bags or baskets of laundry. Turn to Negative, Pg 7

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GST plus carbon tax by Herman Schwenk Here I go again. I just can’t seem to get away from this climate change nonsense and everything that goes along with it. The other day I got a phone call from a Delburne reader of the ECA Review. He had two questions. One, is GST charged on top of the carbon tax and Schwenk two, if it is, how is the GST charged on the carbon tax a goods or a service and how does this tax add value? The questions are important and do have some significant ramifications. Just who stands to gain from applying the GST to the carbon tax? The Federal government stands to gain quite significantly that’s who! It is estimated that the Alberta carbon tax being charged at $20 per tonne will generate revenue for the Alberta government of about $3 billion dollars per year. If my math is correct this will generate an additional $1,500,000 for the federal government. There is no wonder that Trudeau likes what the Alberta government is doing. He has declared that by 2022 all Canadians will be paying a $50 per tonne tax on carbon. If the provinces don’t put a tax on carbon he will impose a tax on them. He said the tax on carbon will stay with the provinces but just think how much money the Federal Government will collect in additional GST. By the time the $50 tax comes into effect Alberta will be contributing 2.5 times as much as they will this year. Alberta’s population is 1/10th that of

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the Canadian population so the Federal government will be reaping 10 times as much additional GST just on the carbon tax. He has also said that the tax will be neutral to the provinces, collecting a windfall in GST on the carbon tax does not look neutral to me. In answering the second question there is no good, service or value added benefit to the taxpayer for paying GST on the carbon tax, however the principal of taxing another tax was compromised years ago when the government applied the GST to the price of gasoline and diesel.

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I am not an accountant but I do know that the tax code is full of similar nickel and dime taxes that have been added here and there. There was a temporary excise tax that was added to gasoline and diesel years ago that is still in effect. Changes in government didn’t seem to make a difference. Turn to Sky, Pg 7

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Cont’d from Pg 6 The Alix Home Hardware Garden Centre, however, still remains on the land and the Village of Alix has to date not brought forward any action, to my knowledge, to enforce their decision to have it removed. Home Hardware was ordered by village council back in June 2016 to remove the garden centre and in November 2016, council voted that the Home Hardware was trespassing. Council further denied Peterson’s appeal of their decision. Mr. Jenkins is reported as saying in the ECA Review article titled: Business dispute divides village, Dec 1, pg. “the village has never denied access to any sidewalk to Alix Shoppes at any time. “The assertions being made that the village is attempting to shut down this business is not the case. The village is trying to grow business and improve

cooperation throughout our community. CAO Jenkins added that the village has acted in good faith in all its dealings with Alix Shoppes.” I don’t feel as though Mr. Jenkins has acted in good faith with his dealings with us as the Laundromat is now closed. The registered letter sent to us by Mr. Jenkins clearly states that after Feb. 10, 2017, we will no longer have an easement agreement that will give us adequate pedestrian access to the side door of our building. It also states that we must remove any improvements and return the land to its original state or the town will do it at a cost to us. Our sidewalk encroaches onto the village-owned lot referred to in the Easement Agreement and according to the letter sent to us by Troy Jenkins (CAO) it will need to be removed, all but for approx. 17 inches.

Sky not falling Cont’d from Pg 6 I just finished reading a book that was written by Bruno Weskel, titled “ The Sky is Not Falling”. Geological scientists have been able to determine that over the last 2.5 billion years there have been eleven ice ages. The first one lasted 400,000 years when there was no oxygen on the earth. The atmosphere was somewhere between 70 and 90 per cent carbon dioxide, so C02 did not provide a green house effect at that time. In each of these events the scientists were able to determine that the C02 concentration increased after the event not before.

The last ice age started to warm up about 18,000 years ago and is still warming up. It was not man caused C02 emissions that were responsible for the earth warming up at that time. That was long before man had a written language. What these scientists have determined with this painstaking research is that carbon dioxide has absolutely no effect on climate change then or now and yet the media are buying into this hoax and allowing the environmentalists and governments to destroy economies the world over so that environmental vested interests can line their pockets.

It was reported in the same newspaper article that: “Peterson claimed when he and Marcel went up to measure where the fence should be he was “verbally and almost physically accosted by another man.” We never measured anything with Curt Peterson and we have never witnessed anyone verbally or physically accost him. The RCMP have never contacted us about any assault on Mr. Peterson which I’m sure they would have, had a report been filed. This claim has had a negative impact on our business. We have had several customers come in, upset that this altercation took place. Although we’ve been told it did take place, but some weeks later and we were not

a witness to the altercation. The Laundromat has been a part of Alix since the mid 1940’s. It’s sad to see it go. It was a family-owned and operated business that so many people in town relied on. During the summer months there would be a line up of people waiting to use it. People would come from other towns to use it, as our prices were so low. Visitors staying at the campground, Joffre workers staying at the motels, rig workers and so many town residents that don’t have a washer or dryer in their homes. Alix has lost another business and service and our family has lost income. Marcel & Malonie Grimard, Alix, Ab.

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THE FAMILY of Terry Schetzsle extends their most sincere thanks to those of you who took time to visit, both at the hospital and at the house; to those who brought such abundant gifts of food and paper goods, it made feeding our large family so much easier; and for the many, many flowers that brightened the funeral venues and my home. Special thanks to Darryl Sankey for his heartfelt tribute; to Terry’s nieces, Julie Schroeder, Candy Brown and Patty Shaw for their moving rendition of ‘Hallelujah’; and to Gary and Ione Rea for their beautiful gift

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Freestanding bathtubs (that don’t rest up against walls) are all the rage these days both for rustic and modern design enthusiasts. Read on to find out more about a trend that’s making waves around the world. Easy to incorporate into any design, freestanding bathtubs come with different features depending on the model: • Walls can be very thin or on the thicker side • Faucets can be installed on the floor or directly on the tub • Space for one or two people • Therapeutic jets • Backrests • Acrylic, stone or iron structures • Numerous available colours (white, grey, black, beige, pink, blue, yellow) • Curved or angled lines • Distinctive shapes, such as oval, rectangular or figure-eight

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Ducks Unlimited Canada is offering 8 quarters of land (with a Conservation Easement attached) for sale by tender in Special Area #2: E1/2 25-33-16-W4, NW 30-33-15-W4, NE & S1/2 31-33-15-W4, NE 19-33-15-W4, and NW 20-33-15-W4 For a full Tendering Package with all necessary forms and information including the Conservation Easement Agreement, call Don MacDonald, RE/MAX real estate central alberta at 403-888-7775 or email him: AlbertaFarmSales@gmail.com

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Coronation - Beautiful 1775 sqft home, with rental units and RV Parking. This property provides an income and a beautiful home all in one! The package price for this property is $664,900! The Bunkhouses and RV park can be purchased separately for $389,900!

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• 5401 51 Ave, Castor- 1336 • 5229 Victoria Ave, Cor- sq ft, 3 bed, 2 bath 1983 mobile onation - 1 Bed, 1 Bath, 940 w/porch, large piece of land. sq. ft. bungalow. Heated $70,000 MLS#CA0032934 24x26 garage with 10x10 electrical operated door and a 8x26 lean to work in • 5002 54a St, Castor $45,000 MLS#CA0096034 Trailer park. Potential for 14 pad rentals, 10 seasonal lots $80,000 MLS#CA0032933 • 4902 50 Ave., Castor 2376 sq.ft. building, on three corner lots on Main Street. Presently 2 long term renters • 5109 50 Ave, Castor $97,000 MSL#CA0083787 2640 sq. ft w/ living quarters above. Revenue property. $66,000 MLS#CA0030486 • 4442 Park Crescent, Coronation - 24x38 1978 modular, wood basement w/ wood floor. 3 beds, 2 baths, a/c, new high efficiency furnace $110,000 MLS#CA0082470

• 4625 Westminster Ave Coronation - 5 bed, 3 bath, 1260 Sqft. bungalow on corner lot. Att. lg single garage. $79,500 MLS#CA0091788

• 5009 50 Ave, Castor THAT’S MY SPECIALTY, building, equipment, stock. Embroidered corporate and team wear, engraved awards.... Equipment is fairly extensive with items all free and clear and in great working order. $189,900 MLS#CA0094414 • 4529 44 St, Castor 3 bed, 1 bath, 864 sq ft bungalow on large corner treed lot one block from Castor golf course. $73,000 MLS# CA0094266 • 5002 49 St, Castor - Two and a half lots totaling 62.5 ft by 115 Ft. Corner lot close to downtown Castor, half block off main street. $31,000 MLS#CA0093893 • 106 George St, Halkirk - 3 bed, 3 bath 1400 Sq Ft, including add-on in 1993 with the kitchen, dining, and living room with a gas fireplace and hard wood. Double attached heated garage with the extra work space. $209,000 MLS#CA0093823 • 111 2 Ave E, Alliance - 2 bed, 2 bath, 875 Sq Ft bungalow. A/C, sprinkler system on lawn. 30x28 heated garage. $137,000 MLS# CA0092096 • 5226 Norfolk Ave, Coronation - 5 bed, 2 bath, 1,428 Sq.ft. storey & half on three lots. Rear deck. Some work to be done. $59,900 MLS#CA0091177 • 4701 Victoria Ave Coronation - 2 lots total 50x115 right across from Coronation Industrial. Corner. House uninhabitable. $10,000 MLS #CA0090502 • 5113 51 St. Castor - 3 bed, 2 bath, 1026 Sq.Ft. bi-

level. Extensive renovations incl. full kitchen overhaul w/ granite countertops & pantry $209,900 MLS#CA0090498 • 5514 51 St. Castor - 2 bed, 1 bath, 1112 Sq. Ft well cared for storey & half. Det dbl garage, screened deck. $209,000 MLS#CA0089984 • 5101 52 St, Castor 1 1/2 story home with some renovations, 3 beds, 2 baths, corner lot close to K-12 school $163,000 MLS# CA0087066 • 5410 51 St, Castor 4 bedroom 1 1/2 story renovated house on large lot and great yard- $132,000 MLS# CA0087039

• 104 Main St., Alliance cozy 2 bed, 1 bath home, quite a number of updates. $69,900 MLS#CA0082041 • 9.56 Ac near Veteran 1400 sq. ft bungalow, 5 beds, 3 of them up, 1 1/2 bathrooms. Several outbuildings incl. shop with oil pit. $185,000 MLS#CA0079964 • 5309 50 Street, Castor 1360 sq.ft. bungalow, 3 beds, 2 bath. Kitchen (13’5 x 15’9) looks east onto deck and Castor Creek area. Single attached garage. $100,000 MLS#CA0079844 • 4938 Parkview Dr., Castor - side by side duplex has 1215 sq ft on one side w/ 2 beds, 2 baths; and 615 sq ft on the other side w/ 3 beds, 2 baths. Upgrades to both. $170,000 MLS#CA0078958 • 112 3rd Ave E. Alliance - 3 bed, 2 bath 1776 Sq. Ft. mobile on its own lot. Wood stove and an addition with deck. On engineered blocking with 6 tie downs, skirted and ventilated. Vacant, ready. REDUCED $97,000 $89,900 MLS#CA0073401 • 4917 Norfolk Ave., Coronation - 2 bed, 1 bath, 800 Sq. Ft. bungalow. “As Is Where Is” $20,000 MLS#CA0072118 • Near Castor - 16.75 acres, overlooks Castor Creek, near K-12. Potential to subdivide. $400,000 MLS#CA286941 • 4813 Victoria Ave, Coronation - Plenty of space for range of potential uses. REDUCED $99,900 $79,900 MLS#CA0084226

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NDP made decision to kill coal communities without studying impact The NDP government failed to study the impact their job-killing coal shutdown would have on communities across Alberta before announcing it over one year ago, the Wildrose Official Opposition said Mon. Jan.9. In late 2016, the NDP struck a deal with three major power producers to phase out coal-fired electricity by an accelerated and arbitrary date of 2030. Now it’s been revealed that only

after these monumental changes have been made will a survey be conducted with those who are being impacted. “The fact that the NDP are just now starting a study about the impact their ideological coal policies will have on hard working Albertans should be shocking, but unfortunately it’s just more of the same from this government,” Wildrose Leader Brian Jean said.

“There are very real implications that NDP policy is having on everyday Albertans’ lives. I have serious fears that the NDP will continue to forge ahead with policies that will only hurt struggling Albertans more.” Previously the NDP had set up an Advisory Panel of Coal Communities with a majority of panelists not living in Alberta to engage with coal communities.

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“Communities like Hanna and Forestburg will be devastated by this phase out, which is just another blow from the NDP following their carbon tax,” Wildrose Shadow Electricity and Renewables Minister Don MacIntyre said. “The NDP are turning their backs on these communities and clearly have not yet learned how to consult and make informed decisions.”

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As of Jan. 1, a carbon levy is now charged on all fuels that emit greenhouse gas emissions when combusted at a rate of $20/tonne in 2017, increasing to $30/tonne in 2018. This rate has been calculated based on the amount of carbon pollution released by fuel when combusted and not on the mass of fuel. This includes transportation and heating fuels such as diesel, gasoline, natural gas and propane. Certain fuels, such as marked gas and diesel used on farms, are exempt from the levy. The levy doesn’t apply to electricity. Marked farm fuels are exempt from the carbon levy. This means that the carbon levy does not apply to dyed diesel or gasoline used in farming operations. Agriculture is the only economic sector with a levy exemption. The farm fuel carbon levy exemption uses the same eligibility criteria as the Alberta Farm Fuel Benefit (AFFB) fuel tax exemption. The AFFB program registration number will also be used for the carbon levy exemption certificate.

Energy efficiency programs for farms

Through the Climate Leadership Plan, the government is investing $10 million to help farm operations reduce their emissions and save on energy bills through efficiency upgrades. The programs include: On-Farm Energy Management Program assists producers with the purchase of equipment that improves energy efficiency or monitors energy consumption. This includes lighting, pumps,

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meters, boilers, heaters and lowenergy, livestock-watering fountains. On-Farm Solar PV Program assists producers with the purchase of gridconnected solar panel systems that can be used to generate electricity and reduce emissions on farms. Accelerating Innovation Program facilitates collaboration between agricultural societies, industry organizations and producer groups to collaborate through proof-of-concept and commercialization of new products, new processes or new business practices in Alberta. Assists primary producers, agriprocessors and other for-profit companies with the early adoption of new technologies or practices that have the potential for sector-wide impact.

Carbon levy exemptions

In addition to marked farm fuel, some other fuels are exempt from the carbon levy, including the following: • purchases of fuel on-reserve or at other prescribed locations by eligible First Nations and individuals for personal and business use • marked gasoline and diesel used by farmers in farming operations • biofuels, including biomethane, biodiesel and ethanol • inter-jurisdictional flights • fuel sold for export • industrial exemptions in cases where fuel is used in industrial processes but not combusted • natural gas produced and consumed on site by conventional oil and gas producers (until Jan 1, 2023) • the use of heating fuels on sites subject to the Specified Gas Emitters Regulations (SGER)/output-based allocation regime.

ADULT LEARNING COUNCIL

Paintearth Community Adult Learning Council January Update

Happy New Year learners! We are so excited to bring in 2017 with some great course offerings. The new 2017 Winter & Spring brochure will be available mid-January. Make a New Year’s resolution to take a course in early 2017. Tot Romp is back in Brownfield starting Jan. 5. Bring your preschoolers to the Brownfield School Thursdays from 10:00 – 11:30 am. The free Magic Carpet Ride for children ages 0 – 6 will be back in action the week of Jan. 9. This great program promotes literacy and learning through play and a healthy snack. · Brownfield School January 9 10 am – Noon · Paintearth Lodge – Castor January 10 9:30 am – 11:30 am · Coronation Memorial Library January 10 9:30 am – 11:30 am Free Career Transition Workshops

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