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News Advertiser
DECEMBER 16, 2020
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Enjoying the Great Outdoors
Darren Banack pulls his two grandsons, Carter and Connor around the block in a toboggan in Vegreville. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Darren Banack from Two Hills was babysitting his two grandsons Carter and Connor when he decided to pull them around the Town of Vegreville on a toboggan to enjoy the great outdoors on December 1.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27 PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 606 AND 692 OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT, CHAPTER M-26, RSA 2000, AS AMENDED. The County of Minburn No. 27 has received an applica on to amend Land Use Bylaw 1254-16, as amended.
On November 16, 2020 County Council granted first reading to proposed amending Bylaw 131120, a bylaw to redistrict Part of SE 3-52-12-W4M and Part of SW 3-52-12-W4M from A – Agricultural District to RR – Recrea on and Resort District. A public hearing has been scheduled for Monday, December 21, 2020 at 11:00 am, in the Council Chambers of the County of Minburn No. 27, located at 4909 – 50 Street, Vegreville, AB. The purpose of the hearing is to allow persons to make known their own views with respect to proposed amending Bylaw 1311-20.
Glad Tidings for Christmas at Homestead Lodge Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Even though residents at Homestead Lodge will not be able to celebrate the Christmas season with their families as they’ve traditionally done, but they are still going to have all of the special activities and festivities that go along with it. Manager Rhonda Ewasiw says, “The majority of residents are taking this pandemic in stride and understand the importance of the restrictions in place, and appreciate all the hard work staff is doing. They have been very good at keeping themselves busy. Many of our residents do have family that lives nearby and have essentials delivered and to date have been able to visit following Alberta Health protocols. Families have been very willing to follow guidelines. We also have recently purchased a large TV through donations; as well we will be receiving an IPad, which will help families connect further.” She went on to say, “We usually have a large family Christmas party for the residents, with family, carolling, and a visit from Santa. The residents really look forward to this event every year, and sadly we are unable to enjoy this party this year. Naturally, all residents and families are disappointed, but understand that we are
dents’ cognitive, physical, emotional, and social needs. Regarding spiritual needs, many residents who cannot go to church have been watching church services on TV. As well, residents who have IPads have been accessing services online.” “Residents get fitness classes five days a week and can utilize exercise equip-
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unable to have it. We have a wonderful activity coordinator, who has several activities lined up to encourage our Christmas spirit. Residents will be assisting in decorating the atrium and setting up our Christmas village to enjoy. We will be having an ugly Christmas sweater contest with prizes. Several crafting projects will be done, including Christmas ornaments, and door decorations.” Ewasiw said they will be having a Christmas raffle on December 18 and a Christmas bingo on Dec 23. On Christmas Eve Activity Coordinator Cxene Brooks will be reading, “Twas the Night Before Christmas followed by hot chocolate and refreshments. “We will be having the traditional 12 Ukrainian dishes on Christmas Eve, as well, as the full turkey/formal meal on Christmas Day.” On December 31 residents will be treated to music and refreshments throughout the afternoon to help usher in 2021. In fact, “Almost every day during the week since March we have been having “lunchtime draws” of small prizes for residents to win, which they all enjoy and look forward to. Mental and physical health activities are planned to help maintain resi-
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ment such as weights and an exercise bike. Residents understand that daily physical activity is important to their mental wellness, noted Ewasiw. Bingos have to this point, been able to continue with modifications along the way to accommodate extra cleaning protocols and physical distancing. We have been very fortunate to have a couple bingo halls donate a generous amount of disposable bingo cards for our residents.” Even though things are different this year because of COVID-19, the seniors are making the best of the situation and continue to exemplify their indomitable spirit in the face of adversity. In the words of Calvin Coolridge, “Christmas is not a time nor a season, but a state of mind. To cherish peace and goodwill, to be plenteous in mercy, is to have the real spirit of Christmas.”
FARM LANDS FOR SALE BY TENDER
Wri en comments regarding the proposed amending bylaw may be dropped off or mailed to the County of Minburn No. 27 at Box 550, 4909 – 50 Street, Vegreville, AB T9C 1R6 un l 4:30 PM, Friday, December 18, 2020. Wri en comments must contain the name and address (including legal land descrip on) of the person(s) making the submission as well as their comments regarding proposed amending Bylaw No. 1311-20. Should you wish to make a verbal presenta on to County Council at the public hearing, you must contact the County office at 780-632-2082 and indicate your wish to do so prior to 9:00 AM on Monday, December 21, 2020. A copy of the amending bylaw may be viewed during regular business hours at the County of Minburn office. An electronic copy of the bylaw may also be viewed on the County's website at www.minburncounty.ab.ca. Should you have any ques ons or require addi onal informa on, please contact Davin Gegolick, Planning & Development Officer at 780-632-2082 or at dgegolick@minburncounty.ab.ca.
LANDS:
Descriptive Plan 1420963, Block 1, Lot 1 (Pt. of SE-6-53-13-W4th) Containing 147.26 Acres, more or less
LOCATION:
Secondary Hwy 631 & RR135, (North side of Secondary Hwy 631), County of Minburn No. 27, Alberta
POSSESSION:
12 noon on February 9, 2021
CONTACT:
Tender packages can be picked up, mailed or emailed. Kuzyk & Mol Law Office at 780-632-4552
DEADLINE:
Tenders to be completed on the form provided in the tender package and must be received at: Kuzyk & Mol Law Office Postal Drawer 929 5038 – 50 Avenue VEGREVILLE, AB T9C 1S1 No later than 2:00pm on Friday, December 18, 2020 Tenders will be opened at Kuzyk & Mol Law Office Bids will not be opened in public
