Move Up Magazine ~ Issue 31

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Imagination AT WORK

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We are always inspired by the ingenuity, dedication and inventiveness of our northwestern Alberta neighbours. So, our feature this issue is “Imagination at Work.”

These stories highlight ways in which people have triumphed in the face of obstacles—people who wouldn’t let complications slow them down.

Instead, they used creative solutions to find their way out complicated issues.

We hope you are inspired by these stories. They really are incredible.

As of this issue, we’re beyond proud to share that Move Up will now be sent to every single mailing address in NW Alberta (see map), which

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Jenna Armstrong, Melissa E. Earle, Ashlen Elliott, Sharon Krushel, Josh Lambert, Life Through a Lens Photography, That Girl Pearl Photography and Tyrell Parenteau.

As we head toward the peak of summer, COVID cases are down, and things are opening back up.

We’re able to relish in the things that recharge our batteries: our community, friends and family. We hope you’re having a fantastic summer.

We’re so pleased to present a wide variety of events in our Go: Mighty Peace section once again and to share our comprehensive Campground Guide.

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IN this ISSUE Imagination at Work

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28 Making Music with the Sweetness of Honey

That Girl Pearl Photography

Mighty Peace Honey & The Honey Cowboy MD of Peace, AB

32 Expanding Forestry with

Modern Technology

Forteck | Manning, AB

34 Nourishing Communities &

Harvesting Connections

Home Roots | MD of Fairview, AB

39 Converting Waste into

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Sustainable Energy

ALSO IN THIS ISSUE...

Peace Regional Waste Management Company Peace River, AB

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44 Driving Support Back into Rural Alberta

New doctors, Tim Hortons coming to Fairview, County of Northern Lights launches Business Spotlight Program and more!

Rumble Alberta Driving Challenge

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A College with a Huge Impact on the Local Economy Photography by Jenna Armstrong

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14 MACKENZIE AREA MUSEUMS Step back in time at the High Level, La Crête and Fort Vermilion museums

17 WEST HILL DENTAL Looking Forward After 21 Years

20 STRATEGIC HSE SYSTEMS LTD.

Your One-Stop Shop for Health, Safety & Transportation Compliance

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Campground Guide & Local Events (are finally back!)

Open-Air Market Vendors starting at 11:00am

Bouncy Castles 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Glitter Tattoos 1:00pm – 3:00pm

Live Music: 8 Squared 1:30pm – 2:30pm

HEALTHCARE

COMMUNITY CARE Local Communities Welcome New Physicians

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The communities of Fairview, La Crête and High Level will now have improved access to medical services due to the recruitment of physicians to local care centres.

and wellness of residents and families in Fairview as well as provide more stable physician coverage in the Fairview Health Complex emergency department,” said Health Minister Tyler Shandro.

The following physicians will now be caring for patients in our area: Dr. Mohamed Elgaoud will be providing care at the Fairview Health Complex and will practice out of the Fairview Medical Clinic, joining Dr. Harley (Bob) Irvine and Dr. Sally Andreiuk.

Dr. Matthys (Thys) Van Rooyen and Dr. Daniel Erasmus—both of whom were previously based in Fort Vermilion—have accepted permanent roles in La Crête. They join Dr. Fathi Lajili to provide care at the La Crête Medical Clinic. Three physicians continue to practice in Fort Vermilion.

“[Dr. Elgaoud’s] arrival will help support the health

Meanwhile, Dr. Petrus Du Toit—who previously

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provided care in High Level as a locum physician— has now accepted a permanent, part-time role in the community. He provides family medicine and rural emergency patient care at both the Northwest Health Centre and High Level Medical Clinic.

Dr. Barend Jacobus De Klerk is a long-term locum physician who recently accepted a full-time, permanent position in Fort Vermilion.

Dr. De Klerk has been serving the communities of La Crête and Fort Vermilion since 2005.

“I’m grateful Dr. De Klerk has accepted this full-time position and is committed to ensuring area residents have lasting access to primary care,” said Dan Williams, MLA for Peace River.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) continues to recruit for family physicians across northern Alberta to meet community needs. AHS has physician resource planners who are dedicated to identifying and pursuing international and domestic physician recruitment opportunities.

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High Level Can Now Perform Underground Utility Work Year-Round with New Hydrovac Excavator The Town of High Level has a new hydrovac excavation truck that will make repairing underground utilities easier, especially in cold weather.

Town crews are now busy familiarizing themselves with the 2021 Rebel Hydro Excavator.

This new addition to the operations fleet will partially replace the Town’s 2007 Vactor sewer flusher and hydrovac truck currently in service.

The intent of the original Vactor truck was to flush and clean the town’s wastewater system.

Its excavator capabilities were seen as an added benefit; however, these capabilities were quickly identified as a valuable tool for underground utilities repair work, and so excavation became the primary use for the vehicle.

Unfortunately, the Vactor truck was not designed to work in cold weather, so winter work had to be contracted out at an additional cost.

With a high demand for these units in the area, it was not always possible to secure one when needed.

Council approved a plan to purchase a replacement in 2020 that could be used for excavation yearround.

The Vactor truck will be retained by the Town. It will be serviced and updated, so it can be utilized for its original purpose– flushing and cleaning the Town’s wastewater system.

With these new, year-round capabilities, the Town will now be more self-sufficient when it comes to emergent issues with underground utilities.

RMA PostSecondary Scholarship Applications Open Until August 31, 2021, the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) will be accepting applications for their 2021 PostSecondary Scholarship.

The RMA Scholarship Program is designed to encourage young rural Albertans to pursue further education. The goal is to enhance the abilities of young locals, so they can make meaningful contributions in future years.

A scholarship in the amount of $1,000 will be presented to one successful applicant from each of the five districts. The local district is District 4, and it consists of 14 counties and municipal districts, generally in the northwest region of the province.

All applications will be reviewed by a committee comprised of RMA board members and staff.

The successful candidate will be awarded a cheque upon receipt of confirmation of registration at a recognized Alberta postsecondary institution.

For eligibility requirements and to get the application form, visit bit.ly/RMAScholarship1

County of Northern Lights Launches Business Spotlight Program The County of Northern Lights’ Economic Development Department would like to showcase local businesses through a new initiative: The Business Spotlight Program.

The Business Spotlight Program is an opportunity for the County to highlight and showcase County-owned and operated businesses through a variety of media avenues, including Move Up Magazine, at no cost to the business! Signing up is easy and free.

Eligible businesses must be registered in the CNL Business Registration Program (no fee). The County cannot guarantee the advertisement of all interested parties in each media avenue.

Learn more and sign up online at countyofnorthernlights.com Questions? Contact Trinidy Schmidt at csc@countyofnorthernlights.com or Josh Hunter at hunterj@countyofnorthernlights. com or call the office at 780-836-3348.

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Local Crime Watch Association Recognized

CONGRATS NSRCWA!

On July 16, the Northern Sunrise Rural Crime Watch Association (NSRCWA) earned an Alberta Community Justice Award in the Community Mobilization category at the 30th Annual Alberta Community Justice Award virtual event.

NSRCWA is a community crime prevention organization that works with residents to act as the eyes and ears of the RCMP and change the narrative of why people should report crime.

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LOCAL TIM HORTONS FRANCHISEES EXPAND THEIR REACH

WE h COFFEE Tim Hortons moving into Fairview: The Heart of the Peace Fairview residents and visitors will soon be able to add double-doubles and donuts to their daily routines as soon as northwestern-Alberta’s newest Tim Hortons franchise opens.

over 30 years, and Fairview seems like the quintessential Tim Hortons kind of town,” said Barb.

“Knowing Fairview is recognized as the ‘Heart of the Peace,’ we can certainly feel the beat.”

With construction underway, the location, just west of Fairview’s Husky gas station, is scheduled to open this November.

The Drummonds appreciate that Fairview is a vibrant, close-knit community.

Owners and Operators Barb and Gordon Drummond also own and operate the Peace River and Valleyview Tims Hortons locations.

“We have been in the Peace River area for

“Gordon and I would love to be part of that! We know Fairview has a reputation for its hospitality and good will. I think that’s part of the draw to Fairview. We are community-minded, and we like what we see happening in Fairview,” said Barb.

Barb is also excited for the design of the restaurant, and what the franchise will bring to the surrounding community.

“Our patrons can expect a welcome-home feel when they enter our restaurant,” said Barb. “We are hoping you will see local and familiar faces serving you with a smile and genuine enthusiasm from behind the counter.”

Customers can expect Tim Hortons’ signature freshbrewed coffee, quality menu items and their brand’s merchandise.

of the Fairview landscape and are eager to become involved in the community.

“The heart of every community is its people.

The more we support each other, the tighter the community becomes. Tim Hortons will be involved in the community on many levels. Meaningful, inclusive community engagement is important, even critical, to community well being. We can’t wait!

We are so excited to be in Fairview,” said Barb.

The Drummonds are excited to become a part

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TITLE TRANSFERS FINANCING | ESTATES CORPORATE TAX

JESSICA SHAW APPOINTED PRINCIPAL OF GRIMSHAW PUBLIC SCHOOL PRSD

NEW SCHOOL New Appointments at Local School Divisions The 2021/2022 school year will bring new changes as staff and faculty from our local school divisions take on new new roles.

Here are some of the new appointments for the upcoming school year: Conseil scolaire du NordOuest Annick Turgeon appointed Interim Director of École Nouvelle Frontière in Grande Prairie Peace River School Division Jessica Shaw appointed Principal of Grimshaw Public School Andrew Ostrowerka appointed Vice Principal of Grimshaw Public School Kimberly Holmes appointed Vice Principal of T. A. Norris Middle School Britain Olischefski appointed Principal of Dixonville School Jonathan Pittman appointed Acting Principal of Peace River High School

Saxon Butte appointed District Principal for PRSD overseeing PRSD’s Virtual Education Program, Peace Home Learning Connection, Peace Regional Outreach Campus and High School Hutterite Colony Programming Holy Family Catholic Regional Division Jennifer Anderson appointed Acting Principal of Holy Family School Krista Veitch appointed Principal of Good Shepherd School Victoria Cornick appointed Principal of Glenmary High School and Holy Family CyberHigh Sadie Oberle appointed Vice President of Good Shepherd School Northland School Division Scott Meunier appointed Associate Superintendent, Inclusive Learning/High School Completion Cal Johnson appointed Associate Superintendent, Inclusive Learning Services

Murray Marran appointed Associate Superintendent, Human Resources Mark Owens appointed Director of Student Engagement, Attendance and Completion Mark Burke appointed Principal for the Northland School Division online school

Chandra Tincombe appointed Public Engagement Coordinator of the Fort Vermilion School Division Amber Paul appointed Principal of First Nation, Métis and Inuit Initiatives of the Fort Vermilion School Division

Fort Vermilion School Division

David MacDougall appointed Assistant Principal of Blue Hills Community School

Sarah Chisholm appointed Assistant Principal of High Level Public School

Vanessa Beringer appointed Assistant Principal of La Crête Public School

Christine Peterson appointed Assistant Principal of Spirit of the North Community School

Mark Pelley appointed Assistant Principal of Hill Crest Community School

Kelly Bourgeois appointed Principal of Rainbow Lake School Cory Boudreau appointed Principal of Spirit of the North Community School

David Gallant appointed Principal of Blue Hills Community School Ron Wiebe appointed Principal of Ridgeview Central School

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A COLLEGE WITH A HUGE IMPACT ON THE LOCAL ECONOMY REGIONAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE (REDI)

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orthern Lakes College’s (NLC) economic impact in the REDI region cannot be overstated. For years, local adults—and the economy in the REDI region—have benefited from access to postsecondary education in their home communities, thanks to NLC. “At Northern Lakes College, our focus is to provide adults with programs that improve their employment opportunities and enhance their quality of life. We offer programs through our Supported Distance Learning model, in addition to some face-to-face and blended formats,” said NLC President & CEO, Dr. Glenn Mitchell.

NLC campus locations in the REDI Region are in High Level, Fort Vermilion

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and Chateh. In addition, La Crête and Paddle Prairie are home to NLC Community Access Points (CAPs).

“NLC uses a flexible model allowing for the expansion and contraction of services based on local demand. Our campuses offer a full range of services, and our CAPs provide technology for online courses. Our Supported Distance Learning model supports our commitment to increasing student accessibility to educational opportunities,” said Dr. Mitchell.

With 25 NLC locations across northern Alberta, it’s never been more convenient to study locally.

“Training equals retaining!

Students can stay in their community and study from home, work or a local

campus. When graduates study in their home community, they are more likely to continue into the local workforce,” said Dr. Mitchell.

NLC’s most popular programs in the REDI Region are Academic Upgrading, Educational Assistant, University Studies, Social Work, Health Care Aide and Practical Nurse.

“In the past five years alone, 789 students have enrolled in 24 different programs across the REDI Region. In the 2020-2021 academic year, 228 students registered in credit programs,” said Dr. Mitchell.

These students were able to stay in their home communities while gaining the knowledge, skills and experience required to earn

credentials, which is a major economic factor.

“Our students avoid costs associated with relocating.

They contribute to the local economy when they buy groceries or gas up their vehicle. Studying within their home community allows students to continue to draw on their established support structures, such as family and friends,” said Dr. Mitchell.

The economic impact continues to grow as students complete their courses and begin their careers. For example, since 2016 a total of 18 practical nurses from the REDI Region graduated from NLC, and others are scheduled to complete their training in 2022.

Northern Lakes College has also earned a reputation

for helping create “locally grown” teachers.

“Through partnerships such as the one with UCalgary's Werklund School of Education, students can complete the majority of the program without leaving their community.

Specializations include English, Social Studies, Revitalization of Indigenous Languages, Early Childhood Education, Math and Science,” said Dr. Mitchell.

NLC also supports high school students. Their Dual Credit program allows them to earn college credits, better preparing them for the workforce or further post-secondary studies.

“We’ve had 53 high school students from the REDI Region enroll in the Health Care Aide program, and 34 students completed the program while still in high school, allowing them to advance directly into the workforce upon graduation,” said Dr. Mitchell.

Importantly, NLC works with not-for-profit groups such as REDI and Community Futures Northwest as well as their own Community Education Committees (CECs). The CECs consist mainly of community representatives, and serve as advisory bodies to the college.

“CECs ensure local residents have on-going, two-way communication with the college in order to tailor training to the needs and goals of northern learners,” said Dr. Mitchell.

“CECs go way back to the 1970s. It has always been

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When graduates study in their home community, they are more likely to continue into the local workforce.”

Dr. Glenn Mitchell, Northern Lakes College President & CEO clear communities benefit from having a voice in the college’s programming.”

High Level’s CEC Chair is Town Councillor Mike Morgan.

“Each community is unique, and a cookie-cutter approach may not meet the needs of each community.

NLC allows residents in northern, rural and remote communities to follow their desired career path without having to break the bank or relocate,” said Councillor Morgan. “The CEC model provides a structure for communities to have a say in the provision of postsecondary services.”

NLC’s Jasmine Light— whose title is Chair, Academic Upgrading— serves on REDI’s Board. She has a passion for listening and collaborating to ensure education is relevant to northern residents.

Participating on the REDI Board helps Jasmine identify educational or sectorspecific training needs, and her presence also leads to valuable partnerships, which ensures programming needs can be met locally.

“The voice of the community is crucial. It’s a privilege to connect with local leaders, such as those on REDI’s Board and those from CECs, who advocate

for the interests of their communities,” said Jasmine.

“NLC values community and collaboration. Our partnerships help us accurately gauge and meet the training needs of our communities,” said Dr. Mitchell.

An excellent example of the synergies created by these partnerships was the REDI Business Bootcamp, which was designed to provide training for entrepreneurs and existing businesses.

As a collaborative initiative between REDI, Community Futures Northwest and NLC, the REDI Business Bootcamp provided essential business training in the Mackenzie Region in its first year. In its second year, the partnership expanded to include the Council of Community Education Committees (CCEC) and support from Alberta Innovates to broaden the training across the NLC service region.

“What started as a local initiative caught on and expanded to benefit entrepreneurs and businesses across the service region,” said Dr. Mitchell.

NLC also partnered with REDI and Community Futures Northwest to host Chief Clarence Louie of the Osoyoos Indian Band

to speak on leadership, economic development and cross-cultural collaboration during a two-part, interactive live webinar earlier this spring.

The CCEC’s annual workshop is typically a twoday, in-person event. When COVID-19 presented challenges to this model, NLC turned them into an opportunity. Switching to an online format allowed for virtual participation across their service region.

The workshop series focused on building community capacity using business skills, entrepreneurship and leadership.

“Chief Louie was a natural fit for the workshop series. He spoke about economic development and empowerment through work, education and building community. We had 671 participants in the overall workshop series,” said Dr. Mitchell.

Dr. Mitchell continues to see NLC’s economic impact on the greater region, but for him it’s also about the impact NLC has on each individual.

“Many opportunities for community partnerships are on the horizon, which will provide more learning opportunities for students.

As I always say, ‘We count our success one student at a time!’ At Northern Lakes College, we are very proud of that,” said Dr. Mitchell.

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MAKING HISTORY COME ALIVE

Fort Vermilion Heritage Centre, Fort Vermilion

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or 26 years, the Fort Vermilion Heritage Centre (FVHC) has been known for its authentic artifacts, community driven archives and informative staff.

A unique feature includes the newly added “Escape House,” which is a fun trivia challenge for all ages to “escape” a heritage house.

And, FVHC has a one-ofa-kind collection of local fossils.

“We have a fossil of a Platypterigius. It’s the size of a shark and is very unexpected for the area.

It’s quite unique and is a

huge asset to our marine life collection,” said FVHC’s Coordinator Steven Simpson.

The centre boasts over 16,000 photos, 22,000 archives, 8,000 objects and two heritage houses.

Simpson credits the generosity of locals for the wide array of exhibits and displays.

“Most, if not all, of the items in the museum have been donated by community members. The community has invested in the museum and has given us the resources to preserve history,” said Simpson.

One of the centre’s most popular attractions is the timeline of Fort Vermilion’s past. It walks visitors through the area’s Indigenous history, the fur trade era, agricultural era and metro history era.

Complete with fossils, preserved photos and continuous displays, there’s no shortage of things to see and learn.

“It’s a small space, but we make use of every inch of it. Even the display cases are artifacts and almost everything we have is original,” said Simpson.

Visitors can peruse the

souvenir shop and are encouraged to take part in a guided museum tour, walk through the heritage houses or browse the display cases on their own.

Simpson thanks the Fort Vermilion Agricultural Society for their continued support.

“They have been such a supportive factor, and we wouldn’t be here without them,” said Simpson.

“They’ve given us the opportunity to bring history alive again.”

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COLLECTING, PRESERVING, AND EXHIBITING HISTORY

Mackenzie Crossroads Museum & Visitor Centre, High Level

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elebrating its 30th year, the Mackenzie Crossroads Museum and Visitor Centre (MCMVC) promotes and preserves local history from the late 1800s onward.

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“We collect, preserve and exhibit artifacts. We provide programming, and we promote and support local tourism,” said Town of High Level’s Tourism and Museum Leader Kayla Wardley.

MCMVC’s primary exhibit is the Northern Trading Post, which features an outstanding collection of over 1,600 food and medicine containers donated by local residents.

“Our Northern Trading Post exhibit is a re-creation of a typical trading post/general store with living quarters attached. Supplementary displays also feature farming, trapping

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HIGHLIGHTING THE HISTORY OF MENNONITE HERITAGE La Crête Heritage Centre, La Crête

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isit the La Crête Heritage Centre (LCHC) and get an insider’s look into the history of La Crête, a Mennonite community with a unique culture.

Book a guided tour and have the option to go-kart through an entire 10-acre Mennonite heritage village, which showcases historical and original homesteader buildings with over 4,000 artifacts throughout.

These 10 acres were originally homesteaded in 1950. In 1991, the local agricultural society bought it to preserve the land and

and Native peoples of the region,” said Wardley.

MCMVC’s visitor information centre has an extensive array of local, regional and provincial travel information.

MCMVC also has an enticing gift store.

“We carry a selection of local, hand-crafted and

its history by creating a heritage centre. Today, there’s a wide array of agricultural equipment, the former Tompkins Landing Ferry, a sawmill and even windmill.

LCHC Coordinator Susan Siemens has been with the centre since 2008 and believes the centre plays an important educational role.

“We have several informational panels and pictures explaining Mennonite people and how our community came to be in this area. It helps the general public understand the history of

authentic Aboriginal items for sale, and we sell other local works from artisans and photographers.

Everything is locally made or sourced,” said Wardley.

The Interpretive Centre has displays and activities that rotate throughout the year. Currently, it features the Wildlife in the North display.

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the Mennonite movement,” said Siemens.

Visitors are encouraged to sign the guest book, browse the gift shop, explore the interpretive gallery or book a guided tour through the village.

“Depending on the interests of the individual, it can take anywhere from two to three hours to get through the entire interpretive gallery.

It’s a great way to spend an afternoon,” said Siemens.

LCHC’s most popular event is the annual Pioneer Day in September. It kicks off with a pancake breakfast

“We’re happy to present our new logo designed by Darlene Derksen, who won the logo refresh contest we ran to commemorate our landmark anniversary.

We are excited to use our new logo on swag items, letterheads and more,” said Wardley.

and includes demonstrations of the antique agricultural equipment. There’s also live music, traditional food and a parade that includes local community members.

“We want to provide the community with the opportunity to appreciate and enjoy the culture and history of our area. Our Pioneer Day is how we give back, and it’s something we all look forward to each and every year,” said Siemens.

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Peace River, AB

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Dr. Zoe Nath, DMD, BA

WEST HILL DENTAL: LOOKING FORWARD AFTER 21 YEARS IMPLANT DENTISTRY, DIGITAL SMILE DESIGN, FAMILY DENTISTRY & PREVENTIVE SMILE CARE

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n August 2000, Dr. Zoe Nath built and opened her solo practice, West Hill Dental in Peace River, and she’s been making brighter and healthier smiles ever since.

In 2009, Dr. Darnell Dickson joined the practice.

Together they provide comprehensive, world-class smile care that includes implant dentistry. Putting patient needs and comfort first, they are constantly upgrading to the latest procedures and technologies.

“Overall wellness for my patients has been the goal since the beginning,” said Dr. Nath. “With new advancements, it’s an exciting and wonderful time to be a dentist.”

Thanks to digital scanning technology, the West Hill

Dental team can do things like replace lost teeth with implants and impantsupported crowns.

“It’s so much easier to do, and we can still keep patient comfort a top priority,” said Dr. Nath. “For example, we now use the digital iTero 3D Scanner to start our Invisalign treatments— goopy impressions are a thing of the past—and this technology allows us to show you a before-andafter of your Invisalign treatment.”

Dr. Nath graduated from the dental college at the University of Saskatchewan and started her career in

1999 on Salt Spring Island, BC, where she enjoyed seakayaking and got a feel for how she wanted to pursue dentistry.

It was important for Dr. Nath to find a community she could become fully invested in. Upon witnessing the beautiful colour of the Peace River valley in October 1999, and “drinking the water,” Dr. Nath made the move to Peace River, a place she now calls her hometown. She opened her dream dental office less than a year later, and the rest is history.

Life-long learning and teaching have always been important to Dr. Nath. She has received continuing education at the Las Vegas Institute for Cosmetic Dentistry and the Pacific Institute for Facial

Aesthetics in Vancouver as well as at the University of Alberta.

“I always knew I wanted to own my own business and empower the women around me, and I couldn’t be happier with where we are today,” said Dr. Nath.

“We are constantly learning new techniques as a team and enhancing our patient experience.”

TEST DRIVE YOUR DIGITAL SMILE DESIGN Over the years, the number of services West Hill Dental provides has increased dramatically.

They offer comprehensive general dentistry and utilize modern, digital technology.

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n exciting feature West Hill Dental offers is the Digital Smile Design, which allows a patient to “test drive” their new smiles live. Imagine getting to see and speak with newly restored teeth using CAD CAM digital impressions, which create the smile in the mouth with acrylic resin.

“We use digital impression scans, photography and video to show patients what their full mouth restoration, veneers or implant-supported crowns will look like before we get started,” said Dr. Nath. “The opportunity to offer a ‘smile test drive’ is a dream come true.”

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dermal fillers, which are made of naturally occurring hyaluronic acid gel.

“Being open to new ways of doing things has made my job and my patients’ experience so much more enjoyable. Adopting new technology and techniques has allowed me to provide more specialized services,” said Dr. Nath.

Aromatherapy from The Green Goddess seals the relaxation factor, and suddenly a regular trip to the dentist can feel like a spa experience.

“I like to incorporate a TLC aspect for all patient visits. Those little details can make all the difference.

Our patients deserve that extra special touch,” said Dr. Nath.

PATIENTS CAN CALL DR. ZOE WHEN THEIR CHILD CHIPS A TOOTH ON THE WEEKEND BOSE HEADPHONES, TVs, WARM BLANKETS AND ESSENTIAL OILS In addition to procedural advancements, Dr. Nath has also designed each room to include a comfy and relaxing atmosphere for her clients. All rooms are equipped with a TV and noise-cancelling Bose headphones to help reduce stress levels.

Patients can even cover up with a warm blanket because, well, why not?

Blankets can be comforting.

When it comes to client care, Dr. Nath believes accessibility is key. With West Hill Dental, people can meet their dentist before stepping foot in the building with a quick-andeasy virtual consultation.

“I’m grateful for a great group of ladies and my associate, Dr. Darnell Dickson. He’s been with this practice for 12 years.

His complementary skill sets provide a really nice balance,” said Dr. Nath.

“I’m grateful every day to work with such great people.”

Rosalyne, Dental Assistant

WEST HILL DENTAL AFTER HOURS EMERGENCY PHONE SERVICE Rest assured, West Hill Dental provides an afterhours emergency line for patients who need immediate dental care or prescriptions from a prescribing pharmacist.

“Your dental care does not stop after you leave our office,” said Dr. Nath.

At West Hill Dental, clients can expect a check-in the evening or day after their restorative/oral surgery appointments to ensure they are comfortable and looked after.

“Patients have personal access to me at all times, and I pride myself in offering that. The one-onone accessibility is what makes us unique,” said Dr. Nath. “Patients can contact me via text, Facebook Messenger or Instagram to ask any questions important to them about their smile care. That’s the personal, friendly, hometown feel my office offers.”

Tara, Hygienist

YOUR TIME AND OUR CLINIC TIME ARE VALUED EQUALLY At West Hill Dental, appointments are booked in-person and over the phone during regular office hours.

“We pride ourselves on seating you at your appointment time and not making you wait,” said Dr. Zoe. “We value your time equally as we value our clinic time, and online booking can create extensive wait times.”

PREVENTION IS KEY. WHEN YOU IGNORE YOUR ORAL CARE, IT BECOMES EXTENSIVE AND EXPENSIVE. West Hill Dental’s client base is all ages, but Dr. Nath has a special passion for children’s dentistry.

Her experience has been

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that great child patients become great adult patients, so she strives to create a memorable and positive experience for all her younger visitors.

“When you invest in a child’s oral health early, they will reap the benefit throughout their lifetime.

Prevention is incredibly important,” said Dr. Nath.

WE WELCOME YOU TO OUR FAMILY OF PATIENTS Looking back on 21 years in business, Dr. Nath can see just how far she and her staff have come together.

She has learned where to invest her time and energy to provide the best services possible. By doing so, she

Amanda, Hygienist

has attracted clients from all over northern Alberta.

to make your experience as comfortable as possible.

“We love attracting out-oftown patients who will then in turn support our local businesses,” said Dr. Nath.

“The personal growth of my staff within the clinic has been incredible. I’ve learned it’s best to invest in my staff and myself at the same time,” said Dr. Nath. “Going that extra mile allows us to give our patients the best.”

When entering West Hill Dental, clients can expect DIRECT BILLING, all COVID protocols to be followed and cleanliness to the highest standard.

Dr. Nath has a long-term team with a tight-knit, friendly dynamic. They are ready to help in any way

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Samuel Elkins, Owner and Founder and Saphire Elkins, Executive Assistant

YOUR ONE-STOP SHOP FOR HEALTH, SAFETY & TRANSPORTATION COMPLIANCE STRATEGIC HSE SYSTEMS INC. | PEACE RIVER, AB

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uilding a thriving business in the health and safety industry was an unexpected accomplishment for Samuel Elkins.

Originally from the Maritimes, Elkins moved to Peace River 15 years ago and worked at the local pulp mill. At the time, he considered himself a forester by trade, and changing career paths wasn’t something he initially planned on.

“This all started by chance.

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and it quickly grew from there. I finally pursued it full time in 2010 when it started competing with my day job, and I haven’t looked back,” said Elkins.

Elkins’ goal was to do something unique in the industry, and it’s safe to say Strategic HSE Systems Inc. achieves that. It’s a one-stop shop for everything from transportation compliance and occupational health testing services to health and safety business solutions and business development.

They look after safety, so companies can look after their businesses.

The Strategic HSE team works with 30-40 clients

within many different industries including the forestry, oil and gas and trucking sectors.

Plus, our contractors utilize it, and it’s a great place to meet and work with clients,” said Elkins.

“There really isn’t anyone else offering what we offer.

We truly are a one-stop shop, and I feel like we’re leading the way in what we’re doing,” said Elkins.

Elkins’ team is made up of contractors who work alongside him to bring his vision to life. They help him provide top-notch services to his growing list of clients.

To him, his team is like a family. They are all working toward the same goal, and they use each other’s strengths to bring out the best in one another.

Originally running the business out of his basement, Elkins has expanded to an office space on Peace River’s West Hill.

Elkins says the new space has already made a big difference.

“I can separate work from home now, and it feels so much more professional.

“My team really is awesome.

They are all experts in their own divisions, and I’m lucky to have them on board with me as we continue to grow and expand,” said Elkins.

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On the roster is his wife, Saphire Elkins, the Executive Assistant who manages schedules and communications within the business.

Angela Lavoie is the Program Development Manager and handles client program development needs such as policies, procedures and manuals.

Lisa Schneider is the Field Operations Safety Manager and is responsible for developing, implementing and managing the safety management system for clients.

“When I first started, I didn’t always know what I was doing, but I’ve grown to appreciate the whole process. We are a close-knit bunch here,” said Schneider.

“The connections I’ve made with clients have been amazing, and I look forward to each day.”

Kent Russell is the Business Executive Facilitator and has extensive knowledge in business development including sales, joint venture facilitation, auditing, client relations and project management.

There really isn’t anyone else offering what we offer. We truly are a one-stop shop, and I feel like we’re leading the way in what we’re doing.”

Samuel Elkins, Owner and Founder Strategic HSE Systems

Trish Russell is the National Safety Code (NSC) Compliance Coordinator and is responsible for providing high-quality, compliance-based services to the trucking sector and logbook auditing for clients.

“Growing with this team has been a breeze, and I’ve loved every second of it,” said Armstrong. “They did an amazing job at calming my nerves in the beginning, and I’m beyond happy to be a part of this family.”

Sarah Shaw is the Transportation Compliance Manager. She brings experience from law enforcement, transportation and safety to the Strategic HSE team.

Having an extensive team of qualified and enthusiastic individuals allows Strategic HSE Systems to implement unmatched customer service to their clients. For Elkins, having clear expectations in place right from the start gives them the opportunity to create successful relationships with clients from Day One.

Last, but not least, is Rylee Armstrong, the Marketing Manager. She is the guru behind graphic design and marketing for the company.

“Customer service is everything. We’ve built our foundation on it.

Being open, honest and transparent is crucial. We keep the communication lines open from the beginning and really drive home that we are here to help,” said Elkins.

When looking back on the progress his business has made, Elkins can’t help but feel proud. He had no idea a simple “yes” years ago would have turned into something so big and meaningful. He’s grateful to have survived the past 18 months and hopes to continue flourishing well into the future.

“We are an essential service, and we work for essential services. Our client base has almost doubled in the past year and a half,” said Elkins.

“I’m proud of our resilience and how far we have come.

I couldn’t have done it without my amazing wife, supportive team and loyal clients.”

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Getting the Best of Both Worlds with NLC

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s a graduate of the Northern Lakes College (NLC) Welder Apprenticeship program, Jesse Auger has a practical approach toward his welding career. With hard work, dedication and an affinity for the trades, Jesse has built a profitable and fulfilling career—despite the economic downturn.

Northern Lakes College gave Jesse the best of both worlds—the option to reside in his hometown while learning his trade, and the opportunity to connect with important mentors.

“I personally enjoy welding. I enjoy the work style. I’m a guy who can work 40 days and still enjoy the complexity of welding,” said Jesse. “You drive into a new site that’s basically an open field, and you leave having built multiple buildings with tiles and piping absolutely everywhere. It’s pretty neat.”

After graduating from NLC in 2007, Jesse spent six years working as a welding contractor before trailblazing his own company, Brownie’s Up 5 Welding.

“I wasn’t tied to any one company in my career, and I liked that.

The problem was, as a contract employee, if there were 10 welders who had seniority over me, I wouldn’t get called in when work was slow,” said Jesse. “Eventually, I decided to veer off on my own, and then I was finding work all over Alberta.”

Northern Lakes College gave Jesse the best of both worlds—the option to reside in his hometown while learning his trade, and the opportunity to connect with important mentors.

“I liked that my classes weren’t huge,” said Jesse. “We had a lot

of people, but it was easy to get one-on-one time with instructors.

Plus, the teachers were very dedicated. They just kept giving advice and sharing their own experiences.”

Welding can be a seasonal industry, so Jesse uses his quiet months as an opportunity to explore other areas of work.

Recently, he started a guiding business, Historic Outfitters, where he pulls from his Indigenous upbringing to introduce hunters to the land and help them navigate forests.

“Most welding work is seasonal, and it’s opposite of hunting season. So, I can guide for hunting season from September to December, and weld from December to April when the ground is frozen, which is the busiest season for welding,” said Jesse. “Then, bear season is May and June, and I’ll do fishing in the summers. It’s perfect. I go between both, and I hope to keep building my guiding outfit.”

For anyone considering the NLC Welder Apprenticeship program, Jesse has some advice.

“Learn how to do the work, and do a good job. It’s all about work ethic. You’re not going to be a successful welder if you can’t show up. If you want to succeed in almost anything in life, you have to be able to show up and work.”

Jesse resides in Slave Lake, Alberta.

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AMBER L. ARMSTRONG | MANAGER, COMMUNICATIONS AND STAKEHOLDER RELATIONS | MERCER INTERNATIONAL INC.

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REBUILDING A 50,000+ LBS. “HEART”

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s many in our region are aware, Mercer Peace River has been heavily engaged over the past two-and-a-half months in the single largest maintenance shutdown since our opening in 1989.

In general, maintenance shutdowns take about two weeks during which time we work with 800 to 1,000 contractors on a variety of tasks and workscopes.

Every shutdown has a major workscope, which we call our “critical path,” and for our 2021 shutdown, it was the rebuilding of our lower furnace for the recovery boiler. Why? Well, it all started with an explosion on September 22, 2017.

To simplify what happened, imagine a large vessel used to burn lignin (a glue-like substance from wood that we recover and burn for energy). At the bottom of the vessel is a hot, lava-like substance called smelt.

Smelt does not react well with water, but the boiler can’t get too hot, so we cool it using a series of 534

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long water tubes that are embedded in the walls of the boiler.

In September 2017, we had a piece of equipment fail and puncture a water tube.

As a result, water contacted with the smelt and created a flash of vapour—a reaction similar to an explosion— which affected the integrity of our boiler.

Our teams were safe, so we got to work and started repairs immediately, but part of the permanent repair required us to rebuild the bottom, so we scheduled it for this year.

Rebuilding a lower furnace for a recovery boiler (RB) is no small feat. We had to dismantle the bottom section of the RB and cut through the boiler walls, which meant cutting through all 534 water tubes that run the perimeter of the boiler—at least three times.

There are 131 tubes on each front and back wall, and 136 tubes on each right and left wall in formations called panels.

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Once the tubes were cut and equipment was removed, we had to remove each of these panels and the boiler floor. Each panel removed was roughly 50 feet long and weighed approximately 15,000 lbs.

Putting the boiler back together, we installed 13 panels, which weigh well over 50,000 lbs. Eleven panels are now twice the length of the old ones (105 feet), and each tube had to be welded back together and then tested. Then, all the other detached equipment was re-installed once the walls and the floor were back together.

It was a massive job, and although safety is of paramount importance to us under regular conditions, additional consideration was taken due to COVID-19.

We hired additional health and cleaning staff and provided 24-hour COVID-19 rapid testing for all team members and contractors on-site.

And, we had all on-site personnel adhere to physical

distancing and mask protocols, etc.

We recognize just how difficult it was on our people to work in this very hot process—climbing stairs upward of 10 stories—while wearing masks; however, the health and safety of our people is critically important to us at Mercer and our protocols reflected our desire to keep everyone safe.

Now, roughly a month after our shutdown’s completion, we are back online and producing our hardwood and softwood pulp. Our people are tired and welldeserving of rest, with many of them connecting with family and friends and spending time rejuvenating at home or on holidays.

We are proud of our people and our contractors. Once again, they’ve come through and helped us overcome what has been a very long journey of recovery after an unrivaled shutdown.

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Combining my career with my passion for music has kept my life interesting and exciting.

Brendan Dickson Mighty Peace Honey

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Brendan Dickson, also known as The Honey Cowboy, tends to a solar powered electric fence, which guards against bears

Making Music with the Sweetness of Honey

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or Brendan Dickson, 30, beekeeping and making music just go hand in hand. He wrote his first song at 12, and at 16, he joined the family beekeeping business, Mighty Peace Honey.

Mighty Peace Honey | MD of Peace, AB

When he was 21, he bought into the company and went from performing simple tasks and working in the extraction room, to becoming a co-owner and maintaining the fleet of trucks, machinery and extracting equipment.

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“Our roles speak to our strengths, and we work

together. My brother Andrew is the bookkeeper.

He is the planner and keeps track of everything.

My dad has the experience and knowledge, and he oversees the queen rearing operation,” said Dickson.

“Originally, my dad and Peter Jessing partnered to buy the company from John Woodburn in 1988.”

Aside from beekeeping, Dickson is known for his lyrical ingenuity and song writing skills as The Honey Cowboy. He has three albums under his belt that draw inspiration from his work on the farm.

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L to R: Andrew, Brendan and Robert Dickson of Mighty Peace Honey

“The name The Honey Cowboy seemed like a natural fit. Once I became serious about beekeeping, writing songs about it seemed unavoidable.

Nowadays, I try to branch out more, but I still draw on my career for inspiration,” said Dickson.

Raising strictly honeybees, Dickson helps utilize about 3,500 honey producers, which in an average year can produce around 200 pounds of honey. With restocking for the following year, they can have up to 7,000 live colonies. Their bees start making honey near the end of June, and it’s 30

extracted from mid-July to the end of August.

The extraction process is elaborate and methodical.

They have two extracting lines to take the honey out of the frames. From there, the honey goes into their boiler system, which uses two big heat exchangers to gently warm it as its flowing. This allows their wax separators to work more effectively.

“We use machinery with a lot of electrical components. It’s a unique, but effective, setup.

Jeremy Johnson from Can-Tech [Electrical Services] helped us

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with it, and he’s here to troubleshoot when we need him,” said Dickson.

Shortly after buying into the family business, Dickson released his first album, Unpasteurized.

It features such songs as “Honey Cowboy,” “Feed Me,” “Rural Hobo,” and his most-requested song, “Grimshaw Boy.” Over the years, the Dicksons have improved production, partly thanks to an innovative breeding program that aligns their operation’s needs with their queen bee genetics.

Finding the best way to create nucleus colonies is an

ongoing, creative endeavour.

It’s a challenge and an art.

“There’s a fine line between honey production and growing our bees for the next season. It’s a balance,” said Dickson. “We’re trying to find that sweet spot.”

Dickson’s second album, Where Does Your Honey Come From?, is inspired by this side of their production.

“It has a slower pace. I feel it has better instrumentation, and I guess you might say it’s more refined than the first album,” said Dickson.

Back on the farm, the Dicksons have had to take a different kind of refined

approach—not to music but to honey-loving bears. This “love” has been costly for Mighty Peace Honey, so the Dicksons now rely on solarpowered electric fences to keep them out.

“We learned we have to live with the bears. It’s nice to see them around, but we have to make sure they aren’t destroying our equipment,” said Dickson.

Dickson’s released his newest album, Flower Power, in late 2020. It’s an attempt to bring forth lightness and positivity. The song “Knock on the Door” is about embracing opportunities, and “Love Is” is a song he

wrote for his sister Alison’s wedding. It’s currently his favourite song to play off the album.

Flower Power also includes the song “Photosynthesis,” which is a danceable lesson in science that also asks some deeper questions.

“Younger kids love to sing along with it,” said Dickson.

“Flower Power was really fun. I tried to tie in the usual nature vibes in the song writing, and each song has a philosophical background to it. My sister Alison Lockert did the artwork for the cover, and she captured the music perfectly.”

Mighty Peace Honey is mainly distributed by the Alberta Honey Producers Cooperative, and it’s sold by different brands such as Bee Maid and Kirkland. It’s also distributed through various brokers. Once off the farm, the wholesale honey is processed into various products such as creamed or liquid honey.

“I’ve had a lot of support from the community, my wife Heather and my family.

I’m very thankful for it all.

Combining my career with my passion for music has kept my life interesting and exciting,” said Dickson.  HoneyCowboy.com

Dickson’s music can be purchased on his website, HoneyCowboy.com, or on any streaming platform.

He has plans to perform live gigs soon and hopes to be a part of summer music festivals in the future.

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Expanding Forestry with Modern Technology

Forteck | Manning, AB

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ombining forestry with environmental services and modern technology was a match made in heaven for Branden Soroka, CEO and Founder of Forteck. Growing up in Manning, he learned to appreciate nature and all it has to offer. After seeing his father thrive in the forestry industry, he knew right away he wanted to be involved as well.

“I grew up trapping, fishing, hunting and seeing my dad work in the forestry industry. So, it felt right to pursue a career in the natural resource sector,” said Soroka.

While completing the Forestry Tech program at NAIT, Soroka worked at the Centre for Boreal Research in Peace River during the summer months and found he had an interest in lease site reclamation and abandoned oilfield sites.

Soroka originally wanted to solely pursue environmental services, but his career plans changed last minute.

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“Shortly after graduating, Shell had moved out of Peace River and working on reclamation sites didn’t seem viable anymore. I realized that forestry was running strong, so I decided to pursue it instead,” said Soroka.

Soroka started Forteck in 2016, doing generic forestry work, such as cut block layouts and tree measurements, until he bought out his father’s company in 2019, purchasing all assets, contracts and staffing and quickly growing from four employees to 12.

Now, in the past year, Forteck has had up to 25 year-round staff, and can seasonally reach up to 55 employees. Soroka also has three satellite offices in Alberta (Edmonton, Drayton Valley and Hinton), two in BC (Mackenzie and Kamloops) and one in Saskatchewan (Carrot River).

“We’re aggressively expanding and trying to maximize our clientele in

L to R: (1) Members of the Forteck team (2) Branden Soroka, Founder and CEO of Forteck

forestry and environmental.

That’s been the main focus since starting,” said Soroka.

When it comes to services, Forteck provides them all.

They offer traditional timber development, such as cut block and road layouts.

And, they also provide tree planting, wildlife surveys, reclamation and environmental services, GIS and logistical planning, fire smart projects, logging permitting and coordination, drone surveys and imaging, brush pile burning, timber scaling, seed collection and many other forestry related jobs.

Modernizing services within a traditionally-run industry has been a goal of Soroka’s, and he continues to find ways to use technology to his advantage. For him, creating efficiency in the business and reducing Forteck’s environmental footprint are some of the many perks of utilizing advanced technology.

“We are committed to providing cutting edge technology solutions. We’re working with technology companies, industry leaders and the government to implement new ways of doing business,” said Soroka.

Forteck uses interactive data capturing technology, which allows their clients to see day-to-day progressions of a project. The data is uploaded into a database, which is viewable on one platform. This provides statistics, gives production analytics, showcases total values to help project future costs and creates more efficiency for both the Forteck and their clients.

“This technology allows us to catch things as they happen, rather than finding them afterward. It saves us time and improves overall efficiency,” said Soroka.

Over the last two years, Forteck has implemented the use of drones in a big way. They are used to scout

and confirm access to sites, to aid in brush pile burning programs and to calculate volumes of aggregates such as rock piles, wood volumes and timber volumes. They also help to monitor dirt work and mining sites remotely and to figure out how much earth to move on certain jobs.

Using drones has been a game changer for Forteck, but it comes with its own set of constraints.

“Legal requirements aren’t up to date with technology yet, especially with drone use on jobsites. We’re working with companies that work alongside Transport Canada to really push the envelope, so we’ll see what’s next for drones in our industry,” said Soroka.

Implementing technology within Forteck has been exciting for Soroka, but it has also come with challenges.

understand the data we’ve collected. It’s easy to get data overload. There’s been a lot of trial and error, but overall, it’s been eye opening,” said Soroka.

Soroka’s future goals are to continue providing topnotch services to those within the forestry and environmental sectors and to continue becoming more efficient and reliable as Forteck expands.

“Our long-term intent is to provide the highest quality of services across western Canada. We want to be the go-to company, whether that means collaborating with other companies or growing our own staff,” said Soroka. “We just want to provide the best quality possible within the industry.”  Forteck.ca

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We want to nourish our community and harvest a connection between families and farming.

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L to R: Paulina, Ryker, Olivia, Jackie and Gordie Heck

Nourishing Communities & Harvesting Connections Home Roots | MD of Fairview, AB

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hen Gordie and Jackie Heck started growing carrots in 2016, they wanted to include their entire family in the process.

They were already the owners of a 7,000-acre grain farm just south of Fairview, but they found it difficult to include their children in those operations.

Gordie and Jackie both grew up on farms, and they wanted their children to experience a similar environment. With the encouragement and mentorship from family members in St. Paul, AB, who were already successfully growing carrots, they decided to diversify and try their hand at it as well.

They now use five acres of land to grow carrots, and they sell to local grocery stores in the Peace Region.

“Starting out, we wanted to teach our kids a strong work ethic. We wanted them to know that money doesn’t grow on trees, it grows in the ground.

This was the perfect opportunity to do that,” said Jackie.

Jackie and Gordie have three children, Paulina, 16, Olivia, 14 and Ryker, 11. They help out where they can and time on the farm has taught them tenacity is required for any successful venture.

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L to R: Jackie and Gordie Heck with their custom carrot sorter

Prior to starting the carrot farm, Jackie had already earned a degree in agronomy, which is the science and technology of producing and using plants in agriculture. Right from the beginning, this allowed the Hecks to focus on sustainable agriculture, crop-and-nutrient management and safe food production.

“There’s a reason why our carrots are actually really sweet. It’s the micronutrients we put into the ground. Jackie is the mastermind behind it all,” said Gordie.

As Home Roots quickly grew, so too did its demand for physical labour.

Gordie began to look for a creative way to incorporate technology to make work easier.

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“When it came time to harvest, we needed a minimum of two people to help sort. We were hunched over, and it was back breaking work over an extended amount of time. I knew right away we needed to get innovative,” said Gordie.

After researching online, Gordie found carrot sorting machines available in other countries, but they carried hefty price tags. His search continued until he found a company overseas willing to work with him to create a custom sorter.

Drawings were sent back and forth, and despite never having done anything like this before, the Hecks were able to get their machine built.

Their next obstacle was getting the carrot sorter

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shipped. It came from overseas and arrived in Vancouver. Then, it had to be trucked approximately 1,300 km to their farm.

They hired a brokerage outfit to help guide them through it, and the process went better than expected.

“We quickly learned doing it all by hand was a lot of work, so investing in the extra tools made a huge difference. It makes it so much more enjoyable,” said Jackie.

“Within seven weeks it went from being made overseas, to being in my shop ready to go. It was stressful at times, but luckily it all worked out. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome,” said Gordie.

Home Roots is a diversified operation, so they are unique within the agricultural industry. Rather than selling during the growing season like market gardens do, they harvest in the fall and then store and sell the carrots over the winter months.

Incorporating machinery didn’t stop with the carrot sorter. The Hecks also have an irrigation system to promote better growing conditions, a stainless-steel carrot topper, homemade wash barrels that Gordie manufactured himself and a carrot harvester sourced from southern Alberta.

“I don’t think anybody else is doing what we do. We focus on storing the carrots without preservatives, so we built insulated sea-cans with digital fridges that monitor temperature and humidity at any given time,” said Jackie. “We can store them for up to a year as long as they’re cold enough and

not frozen. There’s an art to storing vegetables.”

Giving back to the community in the form of sweet tasting carrots has been an incredible and exciting experience for the Hecks. Stocking their carrots in local grocery stores is a dream come true, and seeing their carrot bags in shopping carts, has filled them with immense gratitude.

“We really have received an overwhelming amount of positive support. Being licensed and regulated has made it easier to get our carrots into grocery stores, and the local produce managers have been wonderful to work with,” said Jackie.

When it comes to their vision for the future, The Hecks plan to lead by

example and focus on the next generation. Their goal is to enlighten more children about the wonders of agriculture by making sure Home Roots is present in the community.

“We want to bring awareness to the younger generations about their food sources and teach kids from a young age about where their food comes from.

We want to nourish our community and harvest a connection between families and farming,” said Jackie.

The Hecks also want people to know big ideas can come from small communities, especially when there is unwavering support.

“With hard work and ingenuity, you really can do anything,” said Gordie.

Starting out, we wanted to teach our kids a strong work ethic. We wanted them to know that money doesn’t grow on trees, it grows in the ground.

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This project will allow us to recover waste and use it in the form of electricity and heat.

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Art Sawatzky stands in front of a hill of tires that have been broken down into smaller pieces.

They collect contaminated water, which is used in the Waste to Energy pilot project.

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Art Sawatzky stands in front of the Hurst Boiler used to gasify biodegradable landfill waste by heating it past the point of combustion and converting it into useable energy.

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rt Sawatzky has been the General Manager of the Peace Regional Waste Management Company (PRWMC) for nine years. The PRWMC operates the East Peace Regional Landfill, seven transfer stations, 14 recycling depots and the Peace Regional Eco Centre. It’s owned by three municipal partners— the Town of Peace River, Northern Sunrise County and the Village of Nampa.

In late 2020, PRWMC was greenlit to pursue the Waste to Energy pilot project with Biomass Energy Techniques Inc. “We’ve all heard of the ‘Three Rs of Sustainability,’ but

there’s actually a fourth called ‘Recovery.’ This project will allow us to recover waste and use it in the form of electricity and heat,” said Sawatzky.

The pilot project uses a process called micro gasification, which heats the biodegradable landfill waste past the point of combustion. Once it reaches over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, it gasifies. Water is added to it as it burns for optimal efficiency, and this energy is then used to generate power and heat.

The whole process leaves no odour and no visible emissions. Once the waste is processed, there is nothing left of it, which means there is no

Imagination AT WORK

TOP: Pictured left, the Valmetal COMBOX processes waste and feeds it to the conveyor belt (pictured right), which feeds it into the Hurst Boiler.

BOTTOM: Pictured left, Sawatzky walks toward a hill of woodchips and dry waste. Pictured right is a close-up of Sawatzky holding some of these woodchips.

need for new landfill cells.

With Phase 1 underway, Sawatzky feels it’s a step in the right direction.

“This is a bit of an experiment, but we do know it will work in the long run. We’ve done the homework. We’re actually processing waste through it now, which is very exciting,” said Sawatzky.

emissions created by waste in the landfill, eliminate the need to haul leachate (contaminated water) out for disposal, drastically reduce the use of valuable landfill airspace and reduce operating costs for the facility. It will also greatly reduce their overall carbon footprint.

The PRWMC is known for their innovation and for utilizing strategies that have a positive impact on the environment, so this pilot project is a perfect fit.

“We all known landfills aren’t the best option for the environment. Methane is produced, and we want to decrease that. This pilot project is a solution and will benefit the whole community,” said Sawatzky.

Once complete, the project will eliminate methane

PRWMC is the first to establish it within a small

community, a feat Sawatzky is extremely proud of.

When researching, he found most projects were done on a much larger scale, so facilitating it in a smaller way will be the first of its kind.

“We are the first small community in Canada to do it and the first to actually try a long-term pilot project with municipal waste. If it works here, it’ll work anywhere,” said Sawatzky.

Sawatzky believes facilitating this initiative will cause ripples of change within the waste management industry and show other communities

they too can follow suit.

Excitement has been building since they began the project, and Sawatzky is positive it will only get better as times goes on.

“This could change the way we landfill and manage our waste, and we want to be the starting point of change.

The fact this will affect more than just our small community is incredible,” said Sawatzky.

When it comes to future plans for the pilot project, Sawatzky is eager to progress into Phase 2. This phase will entail a bigger operation, installing larger equipment and having up to 60 tonnes

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Members from the team at the East Peace Regional Landfill. L to R: Art Sawatzky, Norm Desbiens, Ed Dziengielewski, Matt Sobisch and Derwyn Yleen.

We pride ourselves in being innovative and forward thinking. Our goal is to become a more sustainable landfill.

Art Sawatzky General Manager, Peace Regional Waste Management Company

of waste processed each day.

At this level, PRWMC will be able to reach its goal of 95% waste diversion.

believes the pilot project will be the first of many changes they implement within their operations.

Sawatzky says PRWMC plans to start small and work its way up to properly ensure the process goes smoothly.

“We pride ourselves in being innovative and forward thinking. We’re hoping this is another step in providing better services to the community,” said Sawatzky.

“Our overall goal is to become a more sustainable landfill.”

“We’re doing things economically. For Phase 2 we plan to be grid-tied, which means we would be creating electricity for our landfill operations, as well as selling back to the power grid,” said Sawatzky. “We’re hoping to get grant funding for Phase 2, and once we have the data we need, we should be able to solidify it.”

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ack your bags, grab your phone and hit the road because the Rumble Alberta Touring Challenge is in full swing until October 3. It’s an opportunity to get out of the house, explore the province and compete for amazing prizes in a host of themed challenges. What’s more? You’ll also be giving rural communities an economic boost.

purposefully to small businesses, hidden gems and to learn about the history this province has to offer,” said Charbonneau.

Two people teamed up to bring this initiative to life. Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association Executive Director Renee Charbonneau and History Check Heritage and Travel Companion Mobile App Creator Sheila Willis.

In 2017, Willis created the History Check App for northern Alberta.

It started with maps of heritage sites, historical points of interest and archival photographs.

In 2019, she made it province-wide, and today the app includes local business information and lists of services in rural areas.

“Rumble is an economic rebound event. Our mission is to guide people

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Seeing an opportunity, Charbonneau reached out to Willis to collaborate since the two were already encouraging exploration and investment in rural communities.

“Joining together and working toward the same goal has been huge. Since we blended our sources and data, we’ve come up with some of the best lists in Alberta for different challenges and places to see,” said Willis.

How does the Rumble Alberta Touring Challenge Work? Participants will download the History Check App and go to RumbleAlberta.com to choose which routes and challenges they are interested in. At each, they will take the associated code number(s) from the website, and plug it into the History Check App’s search function to find out what to do next.

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challenges to choose from throughout Alberta.

If a participant wants to collect points and be eligible for the amazing prizes up for grabs, (approximately $40,000 in tourism prizes), they need to buy an event pass for $100. To earn points, participants will use the History Check App to upload pictures from different locations. There are numerous ways to rack up points, and pass holders are also eligible for provincial, regional and local discounts and special offers!

“Users are going to see sights they’ve never seen before. They’re going to meet gracious and generous people along the way, and they’re going to see the real Alberta when they participate,” said Charbonneau.

In addition to taking part in local tourism, paying

participants are also contributing to non-profit and charitable causes when they sign up. Some nonprofits include the MS Society, Little Warriors Be Brave Ranch, Alberta Native Friendship Centres Association and Search and Rescue Alberta. The organizers want to give back in more ways than one, and they see this as a perfect opportunity to help spread support even further.

“This has been such a collaborative effort, and we just want to help out as many people as we can with this initiative. At the end of the day, that’s what we’re all working toward,” said Willis.

By joining forces and seeing the Rumble Challenge come to life, Charbonneau and Willis couldn’t be more excited.

Their end goal has always been to highlight smaller communities, guide

travellers to Alberta’s hidden gems and teach people about local history.

“This challenge is unifying a lot of small communities that didn’t think they had anything to promote or offer. It’s creating a feeling of connectedness.

Listening to people explore and learn about their own region makes us extremely proud,” said Charbonneau.

For Willis, this is more than just a challenge. She grew up in Salmon Arm, BC, and now resides in Smith, AB. Willis is happy this initiative is putting places on the map because she feels they deserve recognition. Her goal is to prove there are many worthy places to enjoy all over rural Alberta, and she wants to highlight them for people across Canada.

“I’m firmly planted in northern Alberta, and I love it. My passion is the north. There are more

than just bears and forests here; it’s an untapped market more people need to experience,” said Willis.

Willis and Charbonneau have big goals for Rumble Challenges in future years.

They plan to make it a fourseason event, add every small community across Alberta and advertise the small businesses of each place.

Ultimately, they want to help drive revenue back into rural Alberta, showcase its wealth of history and the many experiences it has to offer.

“Five years from now, my vision for this event is to see at least 100,000 people participating and driving income into rural Alberta,” said Charbonneau. “At the end of the day, our main goal is to encourage people to fall in love with Alberta again.”  RumbleAlberta.com

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Relocation Story environment. It also became evident Louise possibly wanted to farm, so we gave that idea time to percolate while we got the financial side sorted out.

sit on our local library board of directors.

We started searching for a property in January 2013, and

by March we put an offer in on this place. It was accepted right away!

Louise: Join the local craft or quilting club to meet your neighbours. Contact the county office to access their resources like newsletters and local papers.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION OF THE PEACE REGION?

DAN AND LOUISE BRISTER MOVED UP FROM EDMONTON TO A FARM NW OF DIXONVILLE IN 2016 WHERE ARE YOU ORIGINALLY FROM?

Dan: I grew up in Calgary, and Louise grew up in northcentral Alberta. In 2016, we moved from Edmonton to a farm just west of Dixonville (an hour northwest of Peace River).

HOW LONG AGO DID YOU MOVE UP HERE?

D: We bought the farm in 2013. Before moving here full-time, we’d come at least one weekend per month, and Louise was here for the summers. It was our “country home!” We moved here permanently in 2016 after Louise finished her degree at the University of Alberta.

WHERE DO YOU WORK? D: We are self employed and operate two distinct businesses. The primary one is Northern Lights Fruit and Vegetable Co. (NLFVC), and Louise is the lead.

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price while employing sustainable agricultural practices. We don’t use herbicides or pesticides or commercial fertilizers.

D: It was well-named. As a retired military man living with PTSD, I was struck by how quiet and peaceful it is here. I didn’t notice it at first, but I came to recognize the contrast between how I felt on the farm, and how I felt in the city. I soon realized living here was having a cathartic effect and helping me in my healing journey.

WHAT WOULD BE YOUR ADVICE TO ANYONE THINKING OF RELOCATING HERE?

WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL SUNDAY (OR DAY OFF) IN THE PEACE REGION?

D: It would be a quiet day reading and walking the dogs, a big breakfast, a nap in the afternoon and modelling for Louise while she draws or paints.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVOURITE OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN THE PEACE?

“Side hustles” associated with NLFVC are our poultry operation that generates farm-fresh, free-range eggs.

We also have several strategic partnerships with regional producers to distribute their products. So far, we’ve partnered with North Country Honey, Chinook Valley Farms, and Peifer Feeds (Hines Creek).

D: It’s how comfortable I am. I have always lived in at least a small city, never in a rural setting, really. I’ve never felt like I’ve given up anything by moving here.

D: We’ve been so busy building our farm and getting both businesses established, but we have made it out to Suphur Lake several times and enjoy canoeing and fishing there. We have also enjoyed back packing and camping as well. Our property lends itself to running, snow shoeing and Nordic skiing.

Our secondary business is Northern Lights Spiritual Health and Wellness (NLSHW ). I am the lead for NLSHW, which is focused on fostering spiritual health and emotional wellness in the surrounding community.

COMPARED TO WHERE YOU CAME FROM, HOW DOES THE PEACE REGION DIFFER?

D: There’s a significantly slower pace to life here. There was no work in my chosen field for my second career, so I’ve had to get creative. It has really brought out the entrepreneur in me, which has been fun.

IN YOUR EXPERIENCE, WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THE PEACE REGION?

HOW DID YOU END UP RELOCATING TO NW ALBERTA?

D: We were living in a townhouse in Edmonton. We wanted more privacy, a yard, to be close to good running trails and a more natural

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WHAT SURPRISED YOU THE MOST ABOUT THE PEACE REGION?

IN WHAT WAYS HAVE YOU INTEGRATED YOURSELF INTO THE COMMUNITY?

D: Reaching out to neighbours, being active in our church and joining the local curling league are some ways. Louise volunteers with NPARA, and I

L: There are so many artisans in the region producing all kinds of wonderful products, and there’s an abundance of musical talent in the area.

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF IN FIVE YEARS?

L: I see myself taking care of a nice English-style flower garden with a complementary butterfly garden and bird sanctuary. I also want to learn about honeybees and start an apiary.

PLEASE NOTE: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these events and listings. Any errors or omissions are strictly unintentional.

Please confirm event details with organizers and coordinators as COVID-19 may have affected event details.

To have your event or listing included in future issues, send the listing to jenelle@thevaultmag.net (some restrictions apply).

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CAMPGROUND GUIDE How many have you been to?

ALBERTA AVE RV PARK 780-686-3835

Located in Worsley 16 sites (some pull thrus) Power, sewer + water: $30 Pets allowed

ASPEN RIDGE CAMPGROUND 780-926-4540

BROWNVALE BALL DIAMOND CAMPGROUND MDPEACE.COM

41 lots | $25 - $40 Camping open May - Oct. Showers, day-use area, flush toilets, wifi, laundry + pets welcome.

Located 1 mile west & 1/2 mile north of Brownvale 10 campsites (no charge) Ball diamonds and day-use area

CARTER'S CAMP 780-685-3925

CLEAR RIVER CAMPGROUND 780-835-9403

Located on the banks of the Peace River, 25km west of Hines Creek off Hwy. 685 20 campsites

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Located 13km south of Cleardale on Hwy. 64

CLEARDALE CAMPGROUND 780-835-9403

CONDY MEADOWS GOLF COURSE & CAMPGROUND 780-836-2176

CUMMINGS LAKE CAMPGROUND 780-835-8651

Located 1km east of Cleardale Store $25/day with power or $12/day without power

Located 18km north of Manning on Hwy. 35 25 campsites | $30/day Licensed clubhouse & 2 group sites

28 campsites | $18 - $25 Wheelchair accessible and group sites available. Baseball diamonds, canoe rentals and boat launch on site.

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TENTING

FISHING

WATER TAPS

KITCHEN SHELTER

SANI-STATION

SHOWERS

BIRD + WILDLIFE WATCHING

HIKING

HORSESHOES

SWIMMING

BEACH AREA

CANOEING + KAYAKING

PLAYGROUND

GOLFING

VOLLEYBALL

DUNVEGAN PROVINCIAL PARK CAMPGROUND 780-538-5350

ELK ISLAND CAMPGROUND 780-338-3845

FIGURE 8 PROVINCIAL PARK & REC AREA 780-624-6486

Located 21km southwest of Fairview on Hwy. 2 | Open May - Sept.

67 sites Day-use area, wheelchair accessible sites and more

Located 6.5km west and 24km south of Brownvale 12 campsites (no charge) On a "good weather" road

Located 25km west of Peace River off Hwy. 35 | Open May - Oct. 20 campsites | $29/night Boat launch, fish cleaning stn. & day-use area

FOX HAVEN GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB 780-926-3005

GEORGE LAKE CAMPGROUND 780-494-3684

HARMON VALLEY PARK & CAMPGROUND 780-322-3608

30 lots | $25 - $35 Camping open May - Oct. Most northern 18-hole golf course

Located 4.5km south of Hines Creek on Hwy 64 Boat Launch and large camping stalls

Located 8km north of Nampa 16 campsites | $10/day Open May - Aug. | Pets welcome

HEART RIVER GOLF COURSE & CAMPGROUND 780-322-3977

LAC CARDINAL RECREATION AREA 780-338-3845

LEDDY LAKE CAMPGROUND + RECREATION AREA 780-274-0421

Located east of Nampa 13 serviced lots | $25 Open May to Oct. | Day-use area

Located 2 miles north and 3 miles west of Grimshaw 16 campsites | $10 Boat launch and hall for rent

Locaetd on Hwy. 743 $18 - $25 Year-round access, electrical hookups and boat launch

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LITTLE PRAIRIE RV CAMPGROUND 780-836-2354

MANY ISLANDS CAMPGROUND 780-685-3925

NOTIKEWIN PROVINCIAL PARK CAMPGROUND 780-624-6125

Located 3 miles south of Manning 31 campsites | $14 - $30 Large gazebo, full hookups, day-use area and pull thru sites

Located 24km southeast of Worsley 24 campsites | Open May to Oct. Situated on the Peace River with a boat launch

Located 35km north of Manning & 30km east on Hwy. 692 19 campsites | $20

OLE'S LAKE CAMPGROUND 780-624-6125

PEACE RIVER LION'S CLUB CAMPGROUND 780-624-2120

Located 6.5km south of Hwy 64 18 campsites | $15 Pier, hand launch and day-use area

Located in the Town of Peace River 110 campsites | $20 - $30 Laundry, concession and group sites

PRATT'S LANDING CAMPGROUND 780-624-6125

QUEEN ELIZABETH PROVINCIAL PARK 780-624-6486

Located 32km west of Fairview on Hwy. 682 15 campsites | no charge Boat launch and day-use area

Located 3km north and 5km west of Grimshaw off Hwy. 35 56 campsites Power boating, boat launch & group area

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RENDEZ VOUS RV PARK 780-618-1345

Located 6km from Peace River 100+ campsites | $25 - $50 Open year-round | Close to Cecil Thompson Park with fishing & playground. Pets welcome.

LEGEND FIRE PITS

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WOOD

PICNIC TABLES

TENTING

FISHING

WATER TAPS

KITCHEN SHELTER

SANI-STATION

SHOWERS

BIRD + WILDLIFE WATCHING

HIKING

HORSESHOES

SWIMMING

BEACH AREA

CANOEING + KAYAKING

PLAYGROUND

GOLFING

VOLLEYBALL

RUNNING LAKE PROVINCIAL REC AREA & CAMPGROUND 780-685-2403

SHADY LANE CAMPGROUND 780-625-5294

STONEY LAKE CAMPGROUND 780-624-6486

Located 7km east & 22km north of Worsley 17 campsites Boat launch, fist cleaning stn. & dock

Located in the hamlet of Dixonville 22 campsites | $20 - $25 Flush toilets, ball diamonds, group sites and pull thru sites

Located 20km north of Hines Creek 20 campsites Pier and boat launch (electric only)

STRONG CREEK PARK & CAMPGROUND 780-338-3845

SULFUR LAKE PROV. REC. AREA & CAMPGROUND 780-685-3925

Located 8km south of Peace River 18 campsites (no charge) Boat launch and day-use area

Located 30km northeast of Hines Creek 11 campsites Hand launch, boat launch and pier

THE CREEK CAMPGROUND 780-618-3988

TWIN LAKES PROV. PARK & CAMPGROUND 780-624-6486

WILLOW BAY CAMPGROUND 780-625-4749

Located 11.5km north of Grimshaw and 1.5km west 40 campsites | $25 - $35 Day-use area, pull thru & group sites

Located 65km north of Manning 49 campsites Year-round fishing, fish cleaning stn. and boat launch (elec. motors only)

Located north of Grimshaw 20 campsites Lake Access. Pets welcome.

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UPCOMING EVENTS AUGUST | SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER

ONGOING

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Grande Prairie and Area are now offering mentoring services to youth ages 6-17 (Littles) in Fairview be announced at the end of the The Grimshaw Outdoor Pool is PACKED PACKS through our Community Mentoring contest, and pictures of winners operating with limited staff this WITH ROTARACT with their entries will be published Program. Other requirements season along with a restricted Deadline: August 15 in the October Newsletter and the to become a Little are: Family schedule. Please call the pool Peace River Rotaract is seeking following April at the Agricultural Interview process and training. for information & check out new or gently used backpacks.

We’re also seeking new mentors Trade Show. our Facebook page for weekly These backpacks will be packed (Bigs) for the Community Program schedules and updates. with school supplies and delivered in Fairview & area. Prospective TOWN OF FAIRVIEW 780-617-4005 to local schools for students in members ages 18+, able to OUTSTANDING RESIDENT need. Backpacks can be dropped complete our interview process, AWARD off at Style Ryte Cleaners in Peace STEVE BOLKOWY ANNUAL provide a clear Criminal Record The Outstanding Resident Award SPORTS AWARD Check and a Child Intervention River. aims to celebrate the contribution Deadline for nominations September 6, Check. The time commitment is to life in Fairview made by the 2021.

2021 YARD OF THE 4-8 hours per month. work of everyday people in our The Town of Grimshaw Community MONTH CONTEST community that makes Fairview a Grandeprairie.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca Services Department would like to June, July & August great place to live. If you go past ask all interested residents and/or TOURISM INFORMATION a property or business and take Town of Grimshaw sports organizations to recognize note of how beautiful it looks, how CENTRE Let the friendly competition a worthy recipient for the 2021 well-maintained it is or notice a begin! All monthly entries must Mile Zero Regional Multiplex Steve Bolkowy Annual Sports person’s contribution to improving If you require any local or regional be received by the 10th of each Award. Recognize an individual our community, nominate them for tourism information, please month by filling out a form at for their outstanding volunteer an Outstanding Resident Award the Grimshaw town office. All stop by the Mile Zero Regional efforts and positive contributions today by emailing clerk@fairview. Multiplex at 4609 50th St. judging will be completed by the given to sports and recreation in ca. They will be recognized for 15th of each month and winner 780-332-4005 ext. 0 the community of Grimshaw and their actions and entered in a will be announced to the public. surrounding area. Nomination quarterly draw for a chance to win BUILDING STRONGER All entries must be within the forms are available for pick up at Town of Grimshaw. No property $50 in Chamber Change! the Town Office. may win more than once per year.

780-332-4005 ext. 03 All entries will be judged solely VOLUNTEER OF THE MONTH on the exterior appearance of AWARD the property and front yard as Town of Grimshaw viewed from the street. Winners Do you know a person or persons will receive a gift basket and who give generous amounts a photo of their front yard will of their time and energy to the FAMILIES HOME be displayed on the Town of community of Grimshaw and/ Grimshaw’s Facebook page.

VISITATION PROGRAM or surrounding areas? This is 780-332-4005 ext. 03 Serving Peace River & Area your opportunity to have one or The Home Visitation Program all of them honoured for their LANDSCAPE ARTIST OF works together with families to contributions by submitting a CLEAR HILLS COUNT Y THE YEAR CONTEST nomination to the Volunteer of the support and nurture your child’s 2021 BIGGEST VEGETABLE Month program. Nominations are development. Regular home Fairview Fine Arts Centre CONTEST visits are engaging, interactive Submissions must be dropped Contest Categories: beets, carrots, accepted year-round. and designed to include both the off by Aug. 27. Winner will be Grimshaw Community Services: corn, onion, potatoes, pumpkins, caregiver(s) and the child. Visits announced on Sept. 25. Win 780-332-4005 tomatoes, turnip, zucchini, other are weekly or bi-weekly and can $500 and be declared "Landscape squash, most unique and cabbage. be made in-home, virtually or Artist of the Year"! For full There will be two entry groups: in the community. This program contest details, please visit Adults (13+) and Kids (12 & under). supports pre-natal families and fairviewfineartscentre.ca First place for each group and families with children ages category will win $50. The Biggest 0-6. This program is voluntary, Vegetable Contest weighing confidential and free of charge. stations will be set up at each BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS Peace River Family Resource Network: of the following locations over a

GRIMSHAW OUTDOOR POOL one week period in September: Bear Canyon, Cleardale, Hines 4609 50 St. Creek & Worsley. Winners will Month of August

Town of Fairview

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UPCOMING EVENTS AUGUST | SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER

WEEKLY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN WALKING? Sundays from 10am to 8pm (from Oct. 10 to Apr. 3) Northern Air Walking Track at the Mile Zero Regional Multiplex Free! Indoor shoes required.

Sponsored by the Town of Grimshaw. 780-332-4005 ext. 01

NERF WAR WEDNESDAYS Wednesdays in August from 2pm to 3:30pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

BAY TEX ENERGY CENTRE INDOOR TRACK Mon. to Fri. from 8:30am to 8pm Sat. & Sun. from 10am to 4pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

$2 drop-in fee. Bring your own Nerf gun and clean indoor footwear. Protective eyewear and standard bullets will be provided.

For children ages 7-14. Parents must sign a one-time waiver. This program will be on a first come, first served basis with a maximum of 20 children.

KIDS EXPLORERS August 3 from 3pm to 5pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

For ages 3-12. Join us for a variety of outdoor activities while connecting with peers in your community. To register or for more info: 780-629-2477

SUMMER FUN CAMP August 3-5 from 8:30am to 4:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

For ages 6 – 9 years. Spend your summer building new friendships $2 (punch cards available). Sign-in, DROP-IN BADMINTON while enjoying a wide variety of payment and screening on arrival.

Sundays from 10:30am to 12:30pm DROP-IN FLOOR HOCKEY games, crafts & outdoor activities.

Only non-marking shoes permitted.

Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River Please bring (everyday): healthy Wednesdays from 6pm to 8pm Track changes direction daily!

Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, lunch & snacks, refillable water Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River payment and screening on arrival. 780-624-3204 bottle, sunscreen, good walking Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, Only non-marking shoes permitted. payment and screening on arrival. shoes, weather appropriate DROP-IN PICKLEBALL 780-624-3204 Only non-marking shoes permitted. clothing & a positive attitude. To Tuesdays from 9:30am to 11:30am register and to see this week’s Sticks must be tape free.

Wednesdays from 6pm to 8pm activities visit peaceriver.ca/ DROP-IN PUBLIC “ROLLER” 780-624-3204 Thursdays from 9:30am to 11:30am summer SKATE

Sundays from 1:30pm to 3:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, payment and screening on arrival.

Only non-marking shoes permitted.

Helmets recommended for all children. 780-624-3204

Saturdays from 10:30am to 12:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

Misty: 780-332-4005 ext. 04

DROP-IN MIXED SPORT Saturdays from 1:30pm to 3:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, payment and screening on arrival. Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, Only non-marking shoes permitted. payment and screening on arrival.

780-624-3204 Only non-marking shoes permitted.

DROP-IN SOCCER Tuesdays from 6pm to 8pm Fridays from 6pm to 8pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

FREE WALKING PROGRAM FOR SENIORS Mondays and Thursdays from 10:30am to 11:30am (Oct. 18 to Apr. 21) Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, payment and screening on arrival.

Northern Air Walking Track at the Mile Only non-marking shoes permitted.

Zero Regional Multiplex 780-624-3204 Sponsored by the Town of Grimshaw. 780-332-4005 ext. 01 MINI MOVERS Wednesdays from 10am to 11am DROP-IN BASKETBALL Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River Mondays from 2pm to 4pm Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, Thursdays from 6pm to 8pm payment and screening on arrival.

Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

780-624-3204

AUGUST PLEIN AIR IN THE PARK August 1 from 1pm to 4pm Dunvegan Provincial Park

Join us for Plein Air in the Park.

That’s a fancy name for doing art (usually painting) outside.

Organized by the Fairview Fine Arts Centre.

Only non-marking shoes permitted. CUPCAKE DECORATING Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, payment and screening on arrival. For children ages 0-5 years. Adult WITH THELMA KLAEPATCH Only non-marking shoes permitted. must be present. 780-624-3204 August 3 from 1pm to 3pm

780-624-3204

DROP-IN VOLLEYBALL Mondays from 6pm to 8pm Sundays from 1:30pm to 3:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

Drop-in fee applies. Sign-in, payment and screening on arrival.

Only non-marking shoes permitted.

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CARDS Wednesdays from 1pm to 4pm Worsley Pioneer Club Hall

New members welcome! Come enjoy an afternoon of visiting.

Fairview Fine Arts Centre

CAMP ADVENTURE August 3-5 from 8:30am to 4:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

For ages 9 - 12 years. Enjoy new discoveries each week through outdoor play, art & games.

Embrace your spirit of adventure!

Please bring (everyday): healthy lunch & snacks, refillable water bottle, sunscreen, good walking shoes, weather appropriate clothing & a positive attitude. To register and to see this week’s activities visit peaceriver.ca/ summer

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET August 4 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall

100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it Have fun decorating your own vendors! 780-332-9211 tasty treat! Please bring your own cupcakes—everything else will be BLOOMING LOOM – supplied. Cost: $5. For ages 8+.

fairviewfinearts.ca/xyz-courses 780-835-2697

GENERATION XYZ August 5 + August 24 from 1pm to 3pm Fairview Fine Arts Centre with Donna Sellers and Doreen

Verscoor. Cost: $5. For ages 8+.

Registration deadline: July 29th.

780-835-2697

SCOOPS AND HOOPS August 5 from 1pm to 3pm Marie Reine Cultural Centre

Join us for an afternoon of shooting hoops and ice cream!

Please pre-register. Registration open July 22. 780-625-3287

FARMERS AND MERCHANTS GOLF TOURNAMENT August 5 Fairview Golf Club

4 Ball Best Ball. Registration from 12pm to 1pm. Shotgun start at 1pm. Dinner at 6:30pm. Price: $650 per team ($87.50 per person).

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RANDY SPICER SCRAMBLE August 6 Fairview Golf Club

Nine hole, 4 – person scramble. $100 per team. Silent auction.

Putting contest. All proceeds go to Randy.

PEACE RIVER FARMERS MARKET August 7 from 10am to 2pm West Hill Ind. Plaza (8002 102 Ave.) Tracy: 780-274-0536 peaceriveragsociety.com ROCKIN' THE GREENS GOLF TOURNAMENT August 7 Mighty Peace Golf Club Fundraiser for the Grimshaw Curling Club's new ice plant.

Shotgun start at 1pm. Scramble format. $400 per team. 9 holes.

First 22 teams paid. Supper included. Silent auction. 50/50 draw. $10,000 hole in ones (Hole #4 (Western Financial Group) & Hole #8 (Junction Motors)).

Team prizes. Ben: 780-618-3717

grimshawcurlingclub@hotmail.com

FAMILY GOLF TOURNAMENT August 7 Heart River Golf Course

Shotgun start at 2pm. Please be at clubhouse by 1:30pm to check in. Format will be best ball. Up to two families per hole. Supper and prizes to follow at 6pm.

Limited spots. Please pre-register.

Green fees covered. All other food, beverages, cart rentals, club rentals, etc. will be the responsibilities of attendees.

lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle, sunscreen, good walking shoes, weather appropriate clothing and a positive attitude.

To register and to see this week’s activities visit peaceriver.ca/ summer

MANNING FCSS SUMMER FUN PROGRAM: THE AMAZING RACE CANADA August 10 9:30am to 11:30am (ages 4½ to 6) 780-322-3954 1:30pm to 4pm (ages 7-11) Out of School Care Building 1ST ANNUAL MANNING ROAD (#603 2nd St. East) HOCKEY TOURNAMENT Sessions are $5 per child. Limited August 7 spaces available. To register, Arena Parking Lot, Manning please stop by FCSS at #413 Main Free to enter. Players must bring their own equipment & sign waivers before play. 4 on 4. Enter as a team or as an individual in one age category. Registration deadline: July 23.

Street or call 780-836-2170

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FEIST Y FRIENDS SUMMER CAMP August 9 - 11 from 10am to 4pm

SENIOR COFFEE MORNING August 10 from 10am to 11am Meet at the Nampa FCSS Office.

For ages 6+. Join us for three days Farmers Restaurant, Nampa of exploring the Peace Region while building strong relationships with your peers. Limited spots available. To register or for more information, please call 780-3223954.

SUMMER FUN CAMP August 9 - 12 from 8:30am-4:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

For ages 6 – 9 years. Spend your summer building new friendships while enjoying a wide variety of games, crafts and outdoor activities. Please bring (everyday): healthy lunch & snacks, refillable water bottle, sunscreen, good walking shoes, weather appropriate clothing & a positive attitude. To register and to see this week’s activities visit peaceriver. ca/summer

CAMP ADVENTURE August 3 - 5 from 8:30am to 4:30pm Baytex Energy Centre, Peace River

For ages 9 - 12 years. Enjoy new discoveries each week through outdoor play, art and games.

Embrace your spirit of adventure!

Please bring (everyday): healthy

Stop in for a free cup of coffee or tea and reconnect with your neighbours. Sponsored by Nampa FCSS. 780-322-3954

S’MORE DAY August 10 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Join us for an evening of making s’mores. To register or for more information, please call 780-6292477.

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET August 11 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall 100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

MANNING FCSS SUMMER FUN PROGRAM: LEGO CHALLENGES August 12 9:30am to 11:30am (ages 4½ to 6) 1:30pm to 4pm (ages 7-11) Out of School Care Building (#603 2nd St. East)

Sessions are $5 per child. Limited spaces available. To register, please stop by FCSS at #413 Main Street or call 780-836-2170

SPLISH SPLASH SPORTS DAY August 12 from 1pm to 3pm Marie Reine Cultural Centre

For youth ages 8-15. Join us for a fun-filled day of water-themed sports, crafts and cool treats.

Limited spots available. Please pre-register. To register or for more information, please call 780-3223954.

YOUTH ART NIGHT August 13 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

For ages 17 & under. Tap into your creative side with a free make and take art night. Instructions and supplies will be provided. To register or for more information, please call 780-629-2477.

FAMILY FUN NIGHTS August 13 from 7pm to 9pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

Join us for free family fun

with open court usage in the SCRATCHBOARD ART WITH Field House. Sponsored by the PEACH MEYERS August 10 & August 12 from 1pm to 4pm Grimshaw FCSS. 780-332-4005 ext. 0 Fairview Fine Arts Centre JUMP & JAM Cost: $5. For ages 8+.

August 14 Registration deadline: August 3.

Cecil Thompson Park Fairviewfineartscentre.ca/xyz-courses

MANNING FCSS SUMMER FUN PROGRAM: SPLASH PARK DAY August 11 1:30pm to 4pm (ages 4½ to 11 years) Millennium Park/Splash Park

Sessions are $5 per child. Limited spaces available. To register, please stop by FCSS at #413 Main Street or call 780-836-2170

Jump into summer! Explore all Cecil Thompson Park has to offer while listening to 8 Squared and visiting a variety of vendors!

Bouncy castles on-site from 12pm to 4pm and live music from 1:30pm to 2:30pm. For more information, please call 780-625-3287.

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HISTORIC WALKING TOURS: PEACE RIVER SOUTH END August 14 at 2pm Peace River Museum

Spend a Saturday afternoon exploring the stories, people and businesses of Peace River's past. Free event. No registration required. Tour cancelled if raining.

780-624-4261

BEACH VOLLEYBALL August 16 from 6pm to 7:30pm Cecil Thompson Park

For ages 15+. All skills and abilities welcome. Refreshments provided. Please pre-register.

780-625-3287

SUMMER PERFORMANCE CAMP August 16 – 19 Peace River Dance Society 10101 100 St. (above J’s Java Domain)

Open to ages 6+ for beginner to advanced dancers. Ages 6-10 from 9am to 12pm. Ages 11+ from 1pm to 4pm. In addition to two choreographed pieces, students will also get an hour for additional activities such as making crafts, playing games, watching a movie or heading to the park (weather dependent). prdancesociety.com

WIND SOCK WORKSHOP WITH DOREEN VERSCHOOR August 17 from 1pm to 3pm Fairview Fine Arts Centre

Cost: $5. For ages 8+. Register by August 10.

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basics of making a fire followed by cooking. To register or for more information, please call 780-6292477.

Project Peace, Alberta Health Services and Fresh Air Cinema.

To register, visit peaceriver.ca/ registration

PARK PALS August 18 from 1pm to 2:30pm Cecil Thompson Park

SENIOR PAINT NIGHT August 20 from 4pm to 6pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Join Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Community Services for a day at the playground. Participate in a variety of outdoor games and activities as a family. For families with children ages 0-5.

Limited spaces available. Weather dependent. Please pre-register. To register or for more information call 780-322-3954.

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET August 18 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall 100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

FAMILY DODGE BALL NIGHT August 18 from 7pm to 8pm St. Isidore Cultural Centre

For ages 55+. Join us for a stepby-step paint class. For more information, please call 780-6292476.

FAMILY FUN NIGHTS August 20 from 7pm to 9pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

Join us for free family fun with open court usage in the Field House. Sponsored by the Grimshaw FCSS.

780-332-4005 ext. 0

PEACE RIVER FARMERS MARKET August 21 from 10am to 2pm West Hill Ind. Plaza (8002 102 Ave.) Tracy: 780-274-0536 peaceriveragsociety.com

SENIOR COFFEE MORNING August 24 from 10am to 11am Farmers Restaurant, Nampa

Stop in for a free cup of coffee or tea and reconnect with your neighbours. Sponsored by Nampa FCSS. To register or for more information, please call 780-3223954.

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET August 25 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall 100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

LITTLE ADVENTURERS August 26 from 11:30am to 1pm Mill Brown Park, Nampa

For ages 0-5 and their parents/ guardians. Please join us for themed crafts, games and snacks.

Weather dependent. To register or for more information, please call 780-322-3954.

Get active with your family at our family dodgeball night. Please pre- CONDY MEADOWS OPEN register: 780-624-8071 August 21 & 22

SENIOR PAINT NIGHT August 19 from 4pm to 6pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Condy Meadows Golf Course Jono: 780-836-0575 manning.golf@outlook.com

Explore your creativity with this free make & take paint night.

Instructions and supplies provided.

To register or for more information, please call 780-629-2477.

FRESH AIR CINEMA August 19 Gates open at 5:30pm Peace River Agricultural Grounds

Join us for a night of reel family fun! Featuring Up at 6:30pm followed by Back to the Future at 9pm. Entry into the movie is free.

Concession and porta-potties on-site. Limited spots available.

Please pre-register. BYO Blankets and Lawn Chairs. For more information, please call 780-6253287. Brought to you by Northern Sunrise County, Town of Peace River, Peace River Pride Society,

DREAMCATCHER WORKSHOP August 26 from 4pm to 6pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake For ages 13+. Learn how to make a dreamcatcher with this stepby-step class. Instructions and supplies provided. To register or for more information, please call 780-629-2477.

PADDLE THE PEACE August 21

Enjoy a leisurely paddle from the Shaftesbury Ferry to Lower West Boat Launch in Peace River with a complimentary meal and entertainment at Strong Creek. $20 per person. Children 12 & under are free. Organized by County of Northern Lights, Town of Peace River, MD of Peace and Northern Sunrise County.

fb.com/PaddleThePeace

NURTURING RESILIENCE THROUGH A STRONG COMMUNIT Y WITH DR. MICHAEL UNGAR August 26 from 7pm to 8:30pm via Zoom

Throughout this fast-paced, story-filled presentation, Dr. Ungar will show that resilience is much more than our personal capacity to overcome adversity.

It is instead a reflection of how well individuals, families, employers and communities work

together to create opportunities for people to navigate their way to the resources they need for well-being while making those resources available in ways that people experience as meaningful.

Registration deadline: August 23, 2021. To register, please contact Trinidy Schmidt at (780) 836-3348 or by email: csc@ countyofnorthernlights.com

SEPTEMBER FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET September 1 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall 100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

Register for our 2021/2022 dance season! Classes offered for ages 3 and up for beginner to advanced dancers. prdancesociety.com

FAMILY FUN NIGHTS September 3 from 7pm to 9pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

GRANDPARENT’S DAY September 12 from 2:30pm to 4:30pm Riverside Ranch Décor, Grimshaw

Join us for free family fun with open court usage in the Field House. Sponsored by the Grimshaw FCSS.

780-332-4005 ext. 0 END OF SUMMER PIZZA PART Y August 27 at 5pm St. Isidore Cultural Centre

PEACE RIVER FARMERS MARKET September 4 from 10am to 2pm West Hill Ind. Plaza (8002 102 Ave.) For ages 8+. Join us for an Tracy: 780-274-0536 evening of making pizzas and connecting with your peers before peaceriveragsociety.com heading back to school. For more information or to register, please call 780-624-8071.

2-BALL SCRAMBLE August 28 Condy Meadows Golf Course Jono: 780-836-0575 manning.golf@outlook.com HISTORIC WALKING TOURS: RIVERFRONT/WEST DOWNTOWN August 28 at 2pm Starts: Belle Centre Parking Lot Ends: Riverfront Park

Spend a Saturday afternoon exploring the stories, people and businesses of Peace River's past. Free event. No registration required. Tour cancelled if raining.

780-624-4261

STANDARD FIRST AID AND CPR LEVEL C August 28 & 29 Sawridge Hotel Peace River robideauexpressdelivery.com FAMILY FUN NIGHTS August 29 from 7pm to 9pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

Join us for free family fun with open court usage in the Field House. Sponsored by the Grimshaw FCSS.

780-332-4005 ext. 0

PEACE RIVER DANCE SOCIET Y FALL REGISTRATION September 11 & 12 from 5pm to 7pm 10101 100 St. (above J’s Java Domain)

FREE YOUTH FUN AT THE FIELD HOUSE September 7 from 3:30pm to 6pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

Celebrate the day by doing a craft with your grandparent. To register for this event, please call Roxanne at 780-332-0005. This is a free event for all interested grandparents/grandchildren.

Space is limited, so register now!

This event is sponsored by the Town of Grimshaw.

Come out and enjoy free open court time in the Field House!

Clean indoor shoes required.

Subject to change due to facility bookings. Sponsored by the Town of Grimshaw FCSS.

100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

EAST COAST KITCHEN PART Y September 11 Weberville Hall

Food, Family and Fun!

fb.com/webervillerevitalization 4-BALL CASH SCRAMBLE September 11 Condy Meadows Golf Course Jono: 780-836-0575 manning.golf@outlook.com

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PEACE RIVER FARMERS MARKET September 18 from 10am to 2pm West Hill Ind. Plaza (8002 102 Ave.) Tracy: 780-274-0536 peaceriveragsociety.com

TERRY FOX RUN September 19 Town of Grimshaw

September 14 from 5pm to 7pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

Please check out the Grimshaw Community Services Facebook page for more information or call 780-332-4005.

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET September 15 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall

2ND ANNUAL LET’S PAR-TEE YOUTH OUTING September 20 at 10am Heart River Golf Course

Please call Misty to book a table at 780-332-4005 ext. 04.

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET September 8 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall

Join us at various locations for the festival. Activities will include scavenger hunts, fishing derby, outdoor market, local history, gratitude fire and more!

FREE YOUTH FUN AT THE FIELD HOUSE September 14 from 3:30pm to 6pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

Come out and enjoy free open court time in the Field House!

Clean indoor shoes required by all 780-332-4005 ext. 0 users. Subject to change due to facility bookings. Sponsored by the PARADE OF PROGRAMS Town of Grimshaw FCSS.

780-332-4005 ext. 0

3RD ANNUAL HEART OF THE PEACE HARVEST FESTIVAL September 17-19 Cummings Lake & Fairview, AB

100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

BIKE RODEO September 17 from 12:45pm to 3pm Nampa Public School

Bring your bikes/scooters and helmets to learn all about helmet and road safety. In partnership with RCMP, Alberta Health Services and Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Community Services. To register or for more information, please call 780-3223954.

For ages 10+. Join us for a round of golf at the Heart River Golf Course. Parents must drop off/pick up their youth at the Nampa FCSS office. Green fees and lunch will be provided. Weather permitting.

To register or for more information, please call 780-322-3954.

FREE YOUTH FUN AT THE FIELD HOUSE September 21 from 3:30pm to 6pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

Enjoy free open court time in the Field House! Clean indoor shoes required. Subject to change due to facility bookings. Sponsored by the Town of Grimshaw FCSS.

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FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET September 22 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall 100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

and more! Pizza supper provided.

For youth ages 8-15. Limited spots available. Please pre-register: 780322-3954.

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET September 29 from 4pm to 7pm Fairview Legion Hall

PEACE RIVER FARMERS MARKET October 16 from 10am to 2pm West Hill Ind. Plaza (8002 102 Ave.) Tracy: 780-274-0536 peaceriveragsociety.com

OCTOBER ALBERTA CULTURE DAYS September 25 ~ All Day Fairview Fine Arts Centre

For ages 55+. Join us in celebrating International Day of Celebrate culture with free arts & Older Persons with a luncheon & crafts activities & demonstrations! live entertainment. To register or fairviewfinearts.ca for more information, please call 780-322-3954.

FREE YOUTH FUN AT THE FIELD HOUSE September 28 from 3:30pm to 6pm Mile Zero Regional Multiplex

PEACE RIVER FARMERS MARKET October 2 from 10am to 2pm Enjoy free open court time in the West Hill Ind. Plaza (8002 102 Ave.) Field House! Clean indoor shoes Tracy: 780-274-0536 required. Subject to change due to peaceriveragsociety.com facility bookings. Sponsored by the Town of Grimshaw FCSS.

780-332-4005 ext. 0

READY, SET, GLOW September 28 from 5pm to 7pm Marie Reine Cultural Centre

FAIRVIEW FARMERS MARKET October 6 from 4pm to 8pm Fairview Legion Hall 100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

Join us for an evening of glowin-the-dark themed crafts, games

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HALLOWEEN EVENT October 31 Mile Zero Regional Multiplex More details to come.

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100% Make it, Bake it, Grow it vendors! 780-332-9211

SILVER SLIPPERS October 1 from 11am to 1pm Nampa Golden Pioneers Senior Drop In Centre

costumes, glitter tattoos & more!

KICK OFF TO CHRISTMAS SHOPPING EVENT November 7 from 11am to 5pm Chateau Nova Peace River 5TH ANNUAL HAUNTED HOUSE October 27 to 31 from 6pm to 10pm Peace River Ag Grounds

$5 per person. 12 and under not permitted. For more info, please call Kimberley at 780-617-1055.

PEACE RIVER FARMERS MARKET October 30 from 10am to 2pm West Hill Ind. Plaza (8002 102 Ave.) Tracy: 780-274-0536 peaceriveragsociety.com MONSTER MASH FAMILY DANCE October 30 from 6pm to 8pm Nampa & District Complex

Dress up and head over to the Nampa Complex for a spooktacular time! DJ dance, prizes for

Come shopping and bring food or cash donations, as we are collecting for the local food bank.

PLEASE NOTE: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of these events and listings. Any errors or omissions are strictly unintentional.

Please confirm event details with organizers and coordinators as COVID-19 may have affected event details.

To have your event or listing included in future issues, send the listing to: jenelle@thevaultmag.net (some restrictions apply).

SkateParks

Curtis Marshall Memorial Skatepark 101 st., Peace River

Three Battles Skatepark 6th Ave., NW, Manning, AB

Grimshaw Sk8 'n' bike park 47th ave., Grimshaw, AB

Cadottle Lake Skatepark Cadotte Lake, AB

Heart of the Peace Splash and skatepark Fairview, AB

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