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Vol. 10, No. 18, Tuesday, March 3, 2015

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Members and supporters of the Chipman Fire Department posed for a group photo following the awards ceremony during the fourth annual Firefighters Ball on Saturday, Feb. 21st at the Chipman National Hall. Back row left to right: Colette McBride, Tamara Seipert, Jen Cooke, Fred Petit, Dominik Davis, Justin Bork, Joel VanDyk, Tania Davis, Jon Krepps, Kirsten Sims, and Sharisse Rasmussen. Front row from left to right: Mike Seipert, Tim Sparks, Don McBride, Steven Rasmussen, Theo Wallace and Shaun Rasmussen. See related story on Page 13.

Lamont town council approves $15,000 expenditure for fair Michelle Pinon Editor

Lamont town council is completely behind plans for the newly revamped community fair.

On Feb. 23rd council voted unanimously in favour of approving the expenditure of $15,000 for the tractor pull event at the fair which is slated for June 20th. (It should be noted that coun. Dave Taylor was absent for the meeting.) Council had previously earmarked $20,000 for the Lamont

Community Fair and 1st Annual Perogy Festival, but decided to increase the amount by another $15,000 to accommodate the tractor pull. Coun.

Debra Dunsmore, who made the motion, had Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Sandi Maschmeyer clarify that the additional funds were not originally put in the 2015 budget, and that those additional funds would be coming out of reserves to cover the additional expenses of the tractor pull.

The official written request, brought forward

to council from CAO Maschmeyer, also stated that a gate fee will be charged which will assist in recouping costs associated with hosting the event and will provide an afternoon of fun and entertainment for spectators.

Coun. Dunsmore also asked for clarification in regards to who was behind the tractor pull initiative? Betty Malica, recording secretary and administrative assistant for the Town of Lamont, told Dunsmore the tractor pull was her idea.

Malica brought the idea

forward at the fair committee meeting held the previous evening, (Feb. 23rd), where it received the approval from fellow committee members. The Alberta Tractor Pull Association will supply all equipment, riders, insurance and advertising for the tractor pull.

CAO Maschmeyer said she was currently getting quotes for additional clay and dirt that would be required at the venue in preparation for the event. CAO Maschmeyer said the town would also be renting bleachers.

Coun. Gail Hrehorets

said there was a hole to fill, a window of threeand-a-half hours, that needed to have a planned activity to keep fair goers engaged, and felt the tractor pull would be a good foundation for future years to make it sustainable. “I really do think from what we’ve been told it (tractor pull) is a big drawing card,” stated CAO Maschmeyer.

In terms of volunteers, Coun. Hrehorets said the Lamont Light Up Committee, Lamont Lions Club, and Lamont Curling Club were sup-

portive of the idea and would be working at the gates during the event.

According to Malica, there are a total of six active service clubs involved with the community fair, and Mayor Bill Skinner is the chair of the fair planning committee.

The fair is scheduled to include a parade, pancake breakfast, bird house building, market square, beer gardens, entertainment, perogy supper, family dance and fireworks.

2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

RCMP nab thieves following Lamont break in

Fort Saskatchewan RCMP responded to a call of an attempted armed robbery from a residence in Lamont on Wednesday, Feb. 25th at 7:21 a.m.

The victim exited his residence and found an unknown male entering the victim’s running vehicle.

The victim confronted the unknown male, resulting in a physical altercation, which ended when a second unknown male approached the victim with a hammer, threatening to injure the victim. The two unknown males then fled the area in a vehicle which was identified as being stolen from Edmonton a couple of days prior.

The suspect vehicle was located by Strathcona County RCMP on Highway 16 a short time later. A traffic stop was attempted, however the suspect vehicle refused to stop. The RCMP then pursued the suspect vehicle into Fort Saskatchewan, were it was

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55 years later...

Bruderheim Meteorite crash could be heard 5,000 km away The Town of Bruderheim will celebrate the 55th Anniversary of the Bruderheim Meteorite on March 4th, a very significant scientific and historic event.

Celebrations will take place at 6 p.m. at the Bruderheim Memorial Community Hall and will include a presentation from Dr. Chris Herd with the University of Alberta, a chance to view meteorite fragments, a video release, science experiments, spacethemed dress up, door prizes and more.

On March 4th, 1960 at 1:06 am, a bright fireball tore through the Earth’s atmosphere above Central Alberta. The space rock travelled at 42 km per second, its flash witnessed by hundreds of people as far away as

the Rocky Mountain region of BC. The giant rock detonated, creating a sound shock wave audible over 5,000 square km. The sonic boom rattled windows, shook the foundations of homes, and startled families from their sleep. Shards of stone and iron rained down just north of Bruderheim, some forming pits as deep as 30 cm, many rebounding off the frozen ground and landing on the snow.

Based on eye-witness reports, it is believed that the meteorite was first observed by Alexis Simon, a resident of the Paul’s Band Indian Reserve at Duffield, Alberta. He noted the north-easterly direction of the rock, its swift speed, and that it looked like it was giving off

Facts about the Bruderheim Meteorite •Fell at 1:06 a.m. on March 4th, 1960 •Nearly 700 meteorite fragments were found†with a total weight of over 660 pounds, making it the largest recovered meteorite fall in Canadian history •It is a ëstonyí meteorite of the ëchondriteí variety, formed at the birth of our solar system more than 4.5 billion years ago •It is composed primarily of the minerals Olivine and Hypersthene with a mix of iron and nickel •Fragments struck the ground almost vertically, at terminal velocity, approximately 320 kilometers per hour at impact •The largest fragment found weighed 66 pounds (30 kg)

“flashes of fire.” He also described a rushing sound, resembling a high wind, that lasted 5-6 seconds after the fireball passed.

Nick Broda, a farmer of the Bruderheim district, was the first to discover a piece of the meteorite in his barnyard.

Other local farmers found the fragments in their barnyards and fields, the largest weighing 66 pounds.

One farmer was astounded to find meteorite fragments only a few feet from his front porch.

Other locals, including S. Walker and T. Balacko, were instrumental in mapping the fall and for recovering fragments.

In the days that followed, the two men recovered a total of 155 pounds of meteorite.

Andreas Bawel and Walter and Nick Holowaty of Bruderheim collected about 22 pounds of fragments on their farms.

Walter Holowaty made the first collections off the ice on the North Saskatchewan River, digging down through the snow to the ice surface wherever he observed an impact hole.

Hundreds of grit- and pebble-sized fragments were collected off river ice. Undoubtedly many thousands of small fragments were not seen against the black dirt of fields and plowed under as farmers prepared to seed their crops.

Nearly 700 meteorite fragments were found

with a total weight of over 660 pounds making it the largest recovered fall in Canada. Most pieces found were eventually acquired by the University of Alberta, many of which were later distributed to museums and research facilities around the world.

The Bruderheim Meteorite is the largest recovered meteorite fall in Canadian history. It occurred at the onset of the space age - only three years prior, the Soviet Union launched Sputnik, the world’s first artificial Earth satellite that triggered the space race between the Soviet Union and the United States. The Bruderheim Meteorite provided scientists with valuable insight. “The collection of Bruderheim meteorites and trades in the decades that followed are responsible for most of the growth of the University of Alberta Meteorite Collection into the largest Universitybased meteorite collection in Canada. And the collection still contains over 145 kg of Bruderheim meteorites!”

(Dr. Chris Herd, University of Alberta)

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Locals S. Walker and T. Balack were instrumental in mapping the fall and for recovering fragments of the Bruderheim Meteorite.

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4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Opinion United voices will make a difference Bullying can happen anywhere. At work, school, even your own home!

If you think that is frightening; how about these stats: * There are over 3.2 million students worldwide who get bullied. * Approximately 160,000 teens skip school every day because of bullying. * Seventy-one per cent of students report incidents of bullying as a problem at their school. *One out of 10 students drop out of school because of repeated bullying. *Fifty-six per cent of students have personally witnessed some type of bullying at school and have done nothing to help or even report it.

One of the students who spoke up during an anti-bullying presentation at Lamont High this past Thursday said they had been bullied most of their life.

The student has been pushed, punched and called names, mostly “fat” names, they now make their own jokes about the names they are called.

The student said they “don’t take any offense” anymore. I don’t believe that, because deep down inside hurt feelings are hurt feelings and they make you feel less than; and by doing so, inadequate.

While they try to laugh off the pain, anguish, and torment; the hurt and humiliation still cries out silently inside their broken heart.

“It (bullying) is not fair. It’s not cool.

There’s no reason to do it,” said the student. The other students started clapping and cheering loudly for the student who was speaking, and it was good to hear their applause.

Sometimes when you don’t think you have a voice, or you can use your voice, it’s nice to hear someone else speak up on your behalf. Together, I believe those students will make a difference.

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Letter to the Editor Lamont resident urges motorists to STOP! Once again I am writing about STOP sign violations in Lamont.

I live on 51 Avenue where there are two STOP signs on the streets (52 and 53 streets) leading to the hospital.

On my last count that I did over the course of a week, over 60 per cent of the vehicles did not STOP. More people stop going north and south where they have the right of way. They know the hazards.

There are many pedestrians, young and old and in between walking; it should be safe for them to cross without worry. I have talked to the RCMP about this, and they tell me to get plate numbers. This is hard to do when they don’t STOP!

When I was a few years younger we would call them, stop take off panties signs. Now that I am a couple of years older, it takes me a little longer to get my Depends off. The point is, we would always STOP. Concerned resident Len Upton PS As I am writing this, a peace officer in his pick up just drove through the STOP sign. (9:43 a.m. February 25, 2015).

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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 5

From Where I Sit: Caught in the Crossfire

By Hazel Anaka Every so often you hear or read or see something so asinine you’re not sure whose head need shaking. Such was the case when I was catching up reading the Edmonton Journal today.

On page A15 in the February 20th issue this headline, Arm ’hot little

girls on campus’ did its job. It forced me to read more. It didn’t mislead.

It wasn’t a clever play on words. It was an actual quote from someone so stupid and misguided as to leave you breathless.

In case you missed it, here’s the story in a nutshell. Michele Fiore, the Republican representing Las Vegas has introduced a bill that “would allow people with concealed weapons permits to carry firearms at universities in Nevada.”

This genius believes that rates of sexual assault would go down if ‘sexual predators get a bullet in their head.’ She says that if ‘young, hot little girls’ had a firearm the problem would be solved.

On how many levels is

this thinking wrongheaded? Let me count the ways. We know that sexual assault victims are not all hot young things.

Ask the octogenarians who have been brutalized by this form of violence. Or the children?

Or the average ordinary women whose lives are forever changed by rape?

Nor are campuses the only places that have proven unsafe for women.

According to the article Nevada is one of ten states that have tabled such legislation.

Apparently these gunloving Americans haven’t connected the dots that link guns to injury and death. So if all the hot girls start packing heat, we can only assume that any man planning an attack

would make sure he is suitably armed as well. Is this not the same country that ‘invented’ school massacres? One website (everytown.org/article/schoolshootings)I researched listed 108 kindergarten to college shootings just since the December 2012 Sandy Hook Massacre. One hundred eight separate school shootings in just over two years! So that doesn’t include the Columbine one that seemed to start it all in 1999 or the hundreds in between.

Of course, we’re not

immune in Canada either.

Think the Montreal Ecole Polytechnique one twenty-five years ago. At least in Canada we’re trying to keep guns out of people’s hands not dreaming up new ways of expanding their use.

I’m also shocked that a female would have such damaging, out-dated beliefs about the true nature of sexual assault.

She is also advancing the stereotyping of victims rather than working to debunk it. I’m not naive about politics but surely the desire to be re-elected

shouldn’t mean throwing common sense and the desire to effect meaningful change out the window. Mind you, this first term politician also believes you can cure cancer by flushing it out with baking soda so perhaps I expect too much.

I guess this proves yet again that despite our own homegrown wingnuts we still live in the best country in the world. Remind me not to visit the University of Nevada. Would hate to get caught in the crossfire from where I sit.

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6 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

EIPS board chair vows to keep advocating for needs of students A key role of Boards of Trustees is to advocate for the needs of their school division.

In some cases, Board advocacy is in an effort to resolve an issue or address something before it becomes an issue. In other cases, this advocacy is to help increase general awareness and understanding.

In January, Elk Island Public Schools Board of Trustees received two interesting opportunities for advocacy. The first opportunity was an invitation from the Minister of Education to Board Chairs and Superintendents from eleven local school jurisdictions. The round table discussion focused on three questions: •What does Inspiring Education look like in each school jurisdiction?

•What are two key challenges each jurisdic-

tion is facing?

•What are jurisdictions’ perspectives about the weighting of Diploma Exams?

Boards took this opportunity to share the initiatives they are working on as part of Inspiring Education and some related challenges they face that Alberta Education may be able to address.

Other challenges brought forward by those in attendance included funding for capital projects, keeping up with population growth, transportation funding to cover the cost of fuel, attracting qualified bus operators, financial support from the province to implement initiatives and projects from the government, and how the roll out of some of these changes impacts staff.

This meeting was not

only an opportunity to share our needs with the Minister of Education, but it also allowed Boards to network with each other and coordinate potential partnerships.

In a second advocacy opportunity, local Boards were invited to speak at the Capital Region Caucus meeting on a topic of their choice. Elk Island Public Schoolsí topic was, “What would a cut in education funding will mean to us, our classrooms, and our students.” With the provincial budget announcement expecting in the coming weeks, this was an opportunity for the Board to paint a picture about how changes in provincial funding affect our division and our students.

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Virginia Differenz wins Bruderheim byelection Michelle Pinon Editor

Virginia Differenz recently won the byelection, and will be officially sworn into office on Wednesday, March 11 during the Town of Bruderheim’s regular council meeting.

Differenz, a 29 year resident of the community, is thrilled to be joining council. “I’ve been considering it for years, but felt I had too much on my plate, but things are running smoothly at the seniors centre which has freed up more of my time.”

Differenz said she has always been interested in how the political process works, and wants to learn more about how grant applications are made, along with various administrative functions.

She would also like to see more children and youth orientated programs in the community, and hopes more will be done in those areas in the future.

Differenz has been an avid volunteer with many community groups over the years, and is currently on the executive of the Josephburg Ag. Society, Bruderehim Library Board,

Bruderheim Seniors Centre, and enjoys twirling on the dance floor with the Country Cousins Square Dancing Club.

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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 7

Students test their metal in new weight room Michelle Pinon Editor Students and staff at Lamont High School (LHS) have redefined the expression throwing your weight around in a good way.

That way, is through working out in the Lamont Lakers Weight Room which officially opened on Monday, February 2nd.

“It first opened at the start of the second semester,” declared Principal Sharon McLean, who was the driving force behind the initiative.

The old weight room had outlived its original purpose and space, and Room 107 was repurposed to accommodate the purchase of much needed work out equip-

ment.

Teacher Blair Charlton, who was involved with the original weight room, offered input and suggestions, and is more than happy with the purchase of new elliptical machines, cross fit machine, and tread mill.

McLean noted that new flooring, heating were installed in the room as well.

Funds for the project came out of the school budget, but McLean is hoping to recoup those expenses, and has applied for a matching $30,000 grant through the Community Initiatives Grant. “I hope to hear back by April.”

McLean says the school will be looking into various types of fundraisers for another elliptical machine or treadmill.

On average, between 20 and 30 students utilize the facility daily. The equipment is incorporated into the physical education curriculum.

Charlton spends his lunch hour working out, and there are several other staff who have begun their own personal workouts in the weight room.

“I’m booked between four and five p.m. today,” says McLean before signing off.

Go LHS, go!

OBITUARY YAKEMCHUK, Henry Harry

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On February 22, 2015 Henry Yakemchuk passed at the age of 77 after a lengthly illness. He is lovingly remembered by daughter Lori (Mike), and grandsons Johnathon, Wesley, Patrick and Michael, siblings Lil (Jerry) Cebryk, Cecile Galanka, Ken Yakemchuk, Mike (Diane) Yakemchuk, and Gail Yakemchuk as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Henry is predeceased by his parents Jack and Irene, sister Lorene and sister in law Sharon. Family would like to Thank the nursing staff at the Lamont Hospital and Dr. Slanina for their exceptional care.

A funeral service was held on Monday, March 2, 2015 at 2:00 pm at Evergreen Funeral Chapel at 16204 Fort Road NW, Edmonton, AB T5Y 6A2. Interment followed at Evergreen Memorial Gardens.

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8 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

16/60 Minor Hockey League playoffs: Mundare's Max Kokotyn scores 10 goals in two games KERRY ANDERSON The 16/60 Minor Hockey League began its playoffs this past weekend with several games in different age groups and tiers.

Mundare Novice downed Calmar in the teams' best-of-2 total goals series 6-0 in Mundare on Saturday, and then 6-2 on the road on Sunday. Saturday's scorers were; Max Kokotyn 5g 1a, Seth Armbruster 2a, Cooper McNiven 2a, Keelix McLellan 1g 2a, Owen Stemberger 1a, and Riley Warawa 1a. Warawa was flawless in net in game 1 getting the win and stop-

ping 21 for the shutout.

In game 2, scoring were; Kokotyn 5 goals, Karlee Patrie 3a, Andrew Couchman 1a, Armbruster 1a, McNiven 1a, Patrie 1g 2a, Stemberger 1a, and Kevin Bartsch 1a.

Mundare will take on Thorhild in round 2 this weekend.

Lamont Novice lost its opening round playoff series against Drayton Valley 3-1, and 2-2. In game one, Devon MacKinnon scored the lone goal with the assist going to Matteja Richardson. In game 2, Ethan Weleschuk and Alex Andruchow both

got a goal and an assist for Lamont. Ashlynn Dickinson also got an assist.

Mundare Atoms take on Thorsby after a bye in the opening round of playoffs. The two will take to the ice this weekend.

Andrew Pee Wees won its opening game of playoffs against Winfield 6-5 on Friday.

Breck Hrehorets got three goals an an assist in the game.

Other scorers were; Devon Hamaliuk 1g 2a, Carson Slasynski 1a, Carter Sidor 1a, Jayla Snyder 1g, Colby Yaremie 1g 2a, and Haylee McNiven 1a. In

game 2 the teams skated to a 5-5 draw, meaning Andrew will advance against Tofield this coming weekend. In game 2, Hrehorets got two goals and three assists. Other scorers were; Hamaliuk 2a, Sidor 1g 1a, Jayla Snyder 1a, Yaremie 1g 1a, and Dylan Hennig 1g.

Lamont Pee Wees took on Thorhild in the first of their two game playoff on Saturday and came away with a 12-0 win so they look to be moving on even though a second game score was not posted. Scoring for Lamont was; Tom Hoculak 2g 3a, Cody Onushko 1a, Caleb

Oshust 1g 1a, Xander Harpe 2a, Kale Ridsdale 2g 2a, Ethan Zado 3g 2a, Mason Pichette-Able 1g 3a, and Kalem Stuemer 2g. Markus Taylor was perfect in goal with the shutout stopping 13 shots. Their next series will be against Leduc this coming weekend.

Lamont Bantams will be dropping to the consolation side of the draw after losing two decisive games to Camrose 2B 7-0 and 4-0. The team will take on Barrhead this coming weekend.

Lamont Midgets downed Westlock in their opening round playoff series, beating

them at home 5-2 Friday, and then on the road 2-0 on Sunday. At Lamont Arena, Lane Palahniuk got two goals and an assist to lead his team.

Other scorers were; Steward Forster 1a, Jake Farrell 2a, Nate Foulds 2a, Brylan Kolotylo 1g, Taylor Kucharski 1g, Zach Janes 1g 1a, Katie Antoniuk 2a, and Alex Woitas 1a.

Joel MacKenzie got the win in net. MacKenzie also blocked 23 on Sunday to record the shutout.

Woitas scored both Lamont goals. Assists went to Farrell, Kolotylo, and Antoniuk.

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Snow removal procedures clarified for Lamont council Streets and looping around the hospital. The second priority is the orange zone, low priority is the yellow zone, and last on the list are back alleys.

Coun. Pewarchuk said his biggest concern was the freezing and thawing cycle which creates puddling, and damages infrastructure such as roads, curbs, sidewalks, etc. He thought that maybe that should be included in the policy.

“Isn’t that something the public works committee should look act,” asked coun. Debra Dunsmore. She said most of the work that had been done in the way of the last snowfall was undone from later reports she was given following her return from a holiday.

“There were reports of vehicles getting stuck on main street,” confirmed CAO Maschmeyer. “It’s been a crazy year,” added Maschmeyer as far as extremes highs and lows in temperatures.

“I agree, it’s been a crazy year, but crazy years might become normal years. We have to rethink the plan,” said coun. Pewarchuk.

“I’m chair of public services,” stated coun.

Hrehorets. “Tell me what changes you want and we’ll have them incorporated in the policy and then we’ll consult with Richard.

Michelle Pinon Editor

The Town of Lamont’s snow clearing policy was up for discussion at council’s Feb. 24th meeting.

“Why are we looking at it again?” questioned coun. Gail Hrehorets. Coun. Doug Pewarchuk said it was on the agenda under business because he wanted clarification of procedures.

“That’s why Richard is here,” stated Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Sandi Maschmeyer.

Most of the discussion regarded the last snowfall.

Richard Chernyk explained that he had the situation assessed. He was informed two to three inches of snow had fallen. Chernyk said he asked if the roads through the red zone and hospital were passable, and was told they were.

Coun. Pewarchuk told Chernyk that main street wasn’t done. Chernyk said the grader and plow were both out working on Tuesday and Wednesday. “We felt everything was okay and could be handled next week.”

Coun. Pewarchuk wanted Chernyk to know they were doing a good job, but that Edna subdivision had not been done since December. Mayor Bill Skinner said the snow pack was two inches, but coun.

Pewarchuk begged to differ, saying the snow pack was four inches.

According to the town’s snow clearing policy under point 3, “When a snow pack reaches a height of at least 10 cm (four inches) this will trigger snow clearing activity. Snow is to be ploughed to the The Town of Lamont is accepting side of all streets and applications for the Assistant lanes according to the priority schedule Facility Operator to work at the attached.” arena and community hall - until According to the address map, the high , and priority (Class 1- Red Zone), which is outlined as it in red includes: 47 appeared in last weeks Help Avenue, 50th Avenue as well as 50A Street thru Wanted Section. to 51, 52, 53, and 54

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Pink T-Shirt Day

MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS

Students and staff from Lamont High School pose for a group photo following a special assembly on Thursday, February 26th.

Michelle Pinon Editor Julia Hitchings knew she wouldn’t be able to tell her story to fellow students at Lamont High; so she enlisted the help of friend Julia McGill.

Before an assembly of junior high students on Thursday, Feb. 26th she let her schoolmates know of her struggle with bullying.

Hitchings has been bullied for a decade.

“You may be a victim of bullying, but bullying back will never sort out the problem in which this occurred. It may seem like it can help you, but it can easily make things worse for you. “I’ve been a victim of bullying for the past 10 years. I have tried all sorts of ways to stop it,

There were several drug and alcohol abuse, looks, weight, handful of other stumy parents have tried to ent stop it, but the bullies height, gender, sexuali- dents who made pre- videos presented during an overdose, cutting continuously continue ty, colour or anything sentations during the the assembly, most of and suicide. “It’s not their crap, mouthing else we are only equal special assembly to which were produced pretty at all,” said back; but it just makes people. The only odd “take a stand” and help by students that delved Apollo Connelly, who people are the people the person being bul- into the topic, and illus- has also experienced the me more humiliated.”

Even McGill had a who are bully’s, they lied, and to report it to trated bullying visually verbal, physical, and hard time holding back may have the coldest the office, an adult, or and verbally through a mental anguish bullying tears during the speech hearts. People bully someone who can help. monologue, speeches, causes. “I want our gen“Together we can end and recorded inter- eration to be the one to that was raw with emo- because they have been tion. “If you have some- a victim themselves and bullying if everyone views. One student eradicate bullying. We thing mean to say about they think it will help were to stop name call- compared bullying to need schools to be a because it place of peace and love, someone, or people who them. But deep down ing, making put downs, death are different, the peo- inside they know it pushing and being destroys a person from and to be accepted.” mean. Let’s end bully- the inside out. Bullying ple’s names you know, doesn’t.” can and does result in She, along with a ing today. the people’s names you don’t, people who have been picked on and had their friends put them down, people who work or are in school, it doesn’t make you a better person. You’re the one person who is insecure about yourself, and you don’t need to tell others that their ugly, fat, or different.

“Because we’re all the These Grade 1 students from Mundare School pose for a picture on Pink T-Shirt Day. Schools thorughout same, just a few differthe region all marked the National Day in some way.

World’s Longest Game rewarding for Moroziuk Michelle Pinon Editor

The non-stop, around the clock gruelling schedule of the World’s Longest Hockey Game was extremely demanding, but fun and rewarding at the same time, says former Mundare hockey player Clint Moroziuk, who helped to raise more than $16,000 for the Alberta Cancer Foundation.

“I managed to beat my personal fundraising goal by about $6,000 including all of the offline donations which have not yet been posted to my fundraising web page,” said Moroziuk, who’s original goal was to raise $10,000 for a PET-MR scanner for the Cross Cancer Institute.

“The support was overwhelming, and I am very thankful for everyone who made a donation.

All of my supporters can take comfort in knowing that they personally helped to fund a piece of equipment that will make a real impact in cancer diagnosis and treatment, and ultimately will save lives.”

Moroziuk said the game, which lasted 10 straight days, was filled with highs. “The opening ceremonies and first few days (when energy levels were still up), were really exciting. Anytime different groups, either cancer patients, school groups, or children’s hockey teams, would come by it would be a great time, as well.

The attainment of the

record and closing ceremonies were also exciting. Regarding lows, there weren’t many.

Even when players were tired, injured, or cold, there was such a great network of support in our teammates and the volunteer medical and kitchen staff that it made things bearable at all times.

Moroziuk got to know all of the players on both teams fairly well. “What a great bunch of guys, and each one had their own story relating to cancer. The fans and volunteers were also great.

It was wonderful when children or friends would come out and cheer. It really made the players feel supported.

My brother, Cliff, volunteered as a referee and a

scorekeeper and his support was tremendous, as well.”

As far as making another appearance in the World’s Longest Game, Moroziuk said he would love to be a part of the event once again. “As current players, we are all invited back to participate the next time.”

Instead of playing in goal, Moroziuk says he would like to play as a forward because of the toll the game took on his hips and knees.

Regardless of what position he plays, Moroziuk is another one of those everyday heroes doing extraordinary things for other people in the name of cancer.

PHOTO BY ROB HISLOP PHOTOGRAPHY

Clint Moroziuk spent many gruelling, but rewarding hours in net during the marathon like World’s Largest Game to raise money for cancer.

12 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Andrew Wildcats host successful ATB Invitational tournament

MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS

The Andrew Wildcat girls and boys teams tipped off against the Fultonvale Firebirds first thing Saturday morning. The girls came out victorious, while the boys were defeated; but win or lose they gave 100 per cent on the hardwood.

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Andrew School hosted its fourth annual ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational basketball tournament on Feb. 20 and 21st. They hosted teams from Fultonvale, Vegreville, and Fort Christian schools. The junior high girls team won the consolation final, while the boys team did not win their consolation final. Members of the Wildcats girls squad include: Abigail Marianicz, Jayla Snyder, Kaitlyn Yadlowski, Katelyn Yaremie, Jayda Pickett, coach Hayley Ermantrout, coach Tasha Snyder, Hope Boster, Alyssa Gravel and Ashley Melnyk.

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Chipman Firefighters recognized during annual gala

MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS

Brad Straty, Fire Chief for the County of Two Hills, (left), presents a challenge coin to Steve Rasmussen, who has accepted the Fire Chief position with the Lamont County Fire District, and will be taking on his new role at the end of March.

Michelle Pinon Editor

About 80 people attended the Chipman Firefighters Ball on Saturday, February 21st at the Chipman National Hall.

“Welcome to our fourth annual Chipman Firefighters Ball,” said Fire Chief Steve Rasmussen. “This year the crowd is smaller than normal, but that’s okay.”

The size of the crowd had a bit to do with the fact it will be the last firefighters ball the Chipman Fire Department will be hosting as it exists.

It is planned that come April 1st there will be two fire departments; one that serves the Village of Chipman, and the other that will serve the Chipman Fire District (rural area).

So, in many ways the celebration was bittersweet for the firefighters. Fire Chief Steve Rasmussen announced that he has accepted the position of fire chief with the Chipman Fire District; while Mike Seipert, will head up the Village of Chipman Fire Department.

“We will have to make a split,” stated Rasmussen, who has been trying to make the separation as amicable as possible, and the transition as smooth as possible.

“It doesn’t matter where we are going....This is who we are, and the changes won’t change us,” added Rasmussen, who will be officially resigning as Fire Chief of the Chipman Fire Department on March 31st.

Rasmussen introducted Mike Seipert, as the new Fire Chief of the Village of Chipman Fire Department. “The village is in good hands,” stated Rasmussen before handing over the microphone to Seipert, who introduced his wife Tamara, and three other firefighters who have decided to serve on the village department.

“I look forward to working together,” said Seipert, who said the village department would provide mutual aid if the county district requires assistance.

In conclusion, Rasmussen said they are all part of one big firefighting family, and all work together and wear the same uniform. So regardless of what the politicians have decided, Rasmussen said it still was their fire department for the time being. “I give you a big round of applause to all of you.”

As far as what and where proceeds from the event goes, Rasmussen said that will be up to members of the Chipman Fire Brigade Association.

Fire Chief Steve Rasmussen presented Justin Bork with the Firefighter of the Year Award as Deputy Chief Don McBride holds the plaque which will have his name engraved on it.

Tanya Davis presented Tim Sparks with the Officer of the Year Award as Jen Cooke holds the plaque that will have his name engraved on it.

14 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

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GriefShare: Grief support group.

7pm, Mondays, beginning March 9 at Bardo Lutheran Church - 5609-48 St, Tofield.

All are welcome.

TM08-09c ________________________ In memory of Gary McKernan there will be a 'Celebration of Life' at the Tofield Legion March 14, 2:00 - 4:00 pm.

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3 cemetery plots in beautifully maintained Glenwood Memorial Gardens, Sherwood Park. Each plot can be used for 1 traditional burial OR 1 traditional/2 cremations OR 3 cremations. Plots can be sold individually or as a group.

Retail price is $6079 but we are asking $5575. Call (780) 903-2686 (anytime) or (780) 953-2806 (evenings & weekends).

TM09-11p ________________________ 2007 Liberty Sports.

Excellent condition. $9,000.

Call 780-336-2237 or 780385-6233 07-10c ________________________ Seed For Sale - Wheat: AAC Redwater, Shaw VB, Barley: - Chigwell, Gadsby, Oats: - AC Morgan, Murphy, Peas: - Saffron, Meadow, Patrick, Canola: Rugby & Fusion. Call: Haralie Seed Farms 780662-2617 TM09-12c

Purebred Black Angus bulls for sale. Heifer and cow bulls available. Call 780986-9088.

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COMING EVENTS Viking Sports and Wildlife Society Awards Banquet March 7, 2015. Social at 5:30 p.m. Chinese Supper at 7:00 p.m. Place - Legion Hall.

Tickets at K&K Autobody Del Kirchmayer. Adults $20.00. 8 years to 12 years $10.00. 7 years and under FREE. Silent Auction.

Everyone welcome. 08-09c ________________________ Women’s World Day of Prayer at Vialta Lodge.

1:30 p.m. March 6.

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FOR RENT For rent in Tofield, suite in four-plex. 2 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bath, fridge, stove, washer & dryer. No pets, no smoking. $1,000/month and $1,000 damage deposit.

Call 780-263-2688 TM46TFNc ________________________ Adult building only, in Tofield. Non-smoking, no pets. 2 bedroom basement apartment. Heat and water included $650/month, $650 damage deposit. Available March 1st. Call: 780-6622923 office closed at 9:00 pm.

TM09-10p ________________________ Bachelor, 1 and 2 bedroom suites in Town of Vegreville.

Balcony, 3 appliances. OnSite Management. Rent from $695 to $895, SD from $595 to $795. Senior SD $295. Rent includes water heat and powered parking stall. Please call 780-2750235 LL09tfn ________________________ Viking. For Rent or Sale.

House - 2 bedrooms up. No pets. No smokers. Rent: $850.00 per month plus DD and utilities. Available March 15, 2015. Ph. 780-3854612.

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FOR SALE 1998 white Eddie Baurer Expedition 4X4. Excellent running order. $3,500. 780336-2237 or 780-385-6233.

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HELP WANTED Part-time help wanted at Crossroads IDA in Viking.

Student or adult. Please drop off resume at Crossroads IDA 5119 - 50 Street, Viking.

44tfnc ________________________ Viking Meats requires part time help 2 to 3 days a week and student for part time after school position. Apply in person. tfn p ________________________ Parts person wanted at Tofield Napa Auto Parts.

Parts or mechanical experience in the automotive field required. Call Tom or Darryl @ 780-662-3212 before dropping off resume.

TM04-tfnc ________________________ KILLAM RECREATION BOARD INVITATION TO TENDER The Killam Recreation Board is accepting tenders to contract the Agri-Plex Concession. This position will begin on April 30, 2015.

Tender packages will be available to pick up at the Town of Killam Administration Office.

All tenders must be sealed and clearly marked “AgriPlex Concession Tender” and delivered to the Town of Killam Administration Office at 4923-50st. Box 189 Killam Alberta T0B-2L0.

For more information please call Charlene at the Town Office at 780-3853977. The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

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MEMORIAM

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ROBERT WARREN COLIN JOHNSON August 7, 1978 March 03, 1998 In Loving Memory of Don Hardy who passed away March 10, 2014

In loving memory of a precious son, Brother, Grandson, Nephew, Cousin, Uncle and Friend.

Your presence we miss, Your memory we treasure, Loving you always, Forgetting you never.

Always in our thoughts, forever in our hearts,

I heard your voice in the wind today, and turned to see your face; The warmth of the wind caressed me, as I stood silently in place.

I felt your touch in the sun today, as its warmth filled the sky; I closed my eyes for your embrace, and my spirit soared high.

I held you close in my heart today, it made me feel complete; you have passed... but you are not gone, you will always be a part of me.

As long as the sun shines, rain falls... the wind blows; you will live on inside of me forever, for that is all my heart knows.

May the winds of love blow gently, and whisper so you can hear; how much we love and miss you, and wish that you were here.

Marian, Glen, Brad, Jody, Kevin and Kaylee TM09p ________________________

HUGH JAMES SANGSTER In loving memory of our Husband & Father February 13, 1942 – March 4, 2014 They say there is a reason They say that time will heal But neither time nor reason Will change the way we feel For no-one knows the heartache That lies behind our smiles No-one knows how many times We have broken down and cried We want to tell you something So there won't be any doubt You're so wonderful to think of But so hard to be without So deeply loved and missed by your wife, Debbie and son, Scott 09p

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Lovingly remembered and sadly missed, Your Family and Friends TM09p

REAL ESTATE For sale 2 parcels of land.

1st parcel 115 acres with approximately 100 acres cultivated. 2nd parcel is 160 acres, approximately 115 acres cultivated. Well site with annual lease revenue.

City water runs past both properties. Located 6 kms east of Tofield. Call: 780940-8551 TM07-09p ________________________

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80 Acres for Sale #2 soil on TWP Rd 573 1/2 mile west of RR 192. $260,000. MLS E3398560 Kim Stubbs RE/MAX River City 7 8 0 - 9 7 4 - 3 3 5 7 kimstubbs@remax.net LL05-14p ________________________

Rayglen Commodities is now in Tofield! My name is Brie Vany & I have recently moved onto a farm in the Tofield area, working for Rayglen. We are one of the largest and longest standing independent grain brokerage companies in Western Canada. Rayglen trades all types of grain from feed to milling, pulses and oilseeds with a very large group of buyers from across Canada and the northern States. If you would like to discuss your grain marketing options, commodity prices or just to introduce yourself I would be happy to hear from you at 1-306-249-9671 or 1-800Rayglen. Look us up online at www.rayglen.com TM07-10p ________________________ Bark Avenue Dog Grooming. All breeds, open early mornings, some evenings and Saturdays.

Call Loriann between 9 am & 6 pm 780-662-3099.

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8.5 Acres, 7 miles southwest of Killam. 3760 sq ft ranch style home. 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 fireplaces. New roof, flooring, bathrooms, countertops, tile, and appliances. Barn, shed, serviced shop. $549,000 comfree.com/459392 realtor.ca – C3640678 780-385-8686 CP40tfn ________________________ FOR SALE - Viking Villas, 1080 square feet, 2 bedroom with developed basement, 3 bathrooms, beautiful cabinetry throughout, sliding door to covered patio, all appliances, attached heated garage. Open to offers.

Low condo fees. Call 780385-5702 for more information or to view.

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SERVICES Massage and Reflexology 1 hour treatments. Marge 780-662-3066.

TM33tfn ________________________ Roy’s Handyman Services.

Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. 780-6620146 or 780-232-3097. TMtfn ________________________ Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087, Sedgewick. CPtfn ________________________ Roadrunner Taxi and Bus Service.

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THANK YOU The family of Alberta Gibson would like to extend our sincere thanks for all the kindness and support we have received during the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Special thanks to Viking Home Care staff for your care and kindness over the past several years; the doctors, nursing and support staff of the Viking Health Centre for the compassion and care shown Alberta and our family during her last days; Viking Funeral Services, Reverend Ken Flanagan and all those who participated in and attended the service. Your donations, food, flowers, prayers and kind words have been a comfort to us during this sad time and are all greatly appreciated.

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18 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Lamont Fire Department recognizes achievements of members during annual awards night Michelle Pinon Editor

Andrew McDonald has been a member of the Lamont Fire Department for three years, and he enjoys helping out with all aspects of the department and serving the community.

He was surprised to learn he was named Firefighter of the Year, and graciously accepted the honour during awards night on Saturday, Feb. 21st.

“There are a lot of first class citizens from the Town of Lamont on that trophy, and it was a very humbling experience to be added to the list. There are so many great and dedicated firefighters on the current roster. I was quite surprised to be selected for this award.”

McDonald wanted to thank Fire Chief John Helton, Deputy Chiefs Herman Seiker and Greg Dalman, and Captains Scott Calder, Mike Klos, Ross Scott, and Lt. Vince Price. “I’d also like to thank my family, friends and children for all their support and confidence they provide on a daily basis, and encourage anyone looking for a chal-

lenging and rewarding experience to contact any firefighter or officer on the Lamont Fire Department.

Colin Price was also “surprised” to receive his award, the Janice Helton Memorial Award. “I feel it is a special award as it is in memory of a person who committed such a large amount of time to the first department. I knew Janice Helton since I was very young, and she was always such a kind person.”

Daniel Bowman was named Rookie of the Year, and was pleasantly surprised when his name was announced. Bowman said the fire department was a big reason he chose to buy a house in Lamont this past September. “I’ve been in the fire service for about four years, with municipal volunteer departments and a fire brigade at a nuclear power plant, and was, and continue to be, impressed by the commmunity and attitude in Lamont Fire.”

One memorable call happened just before Christmas on Highway 831 in dense fog. “After assisting EMS with a number of patients, we spent a few hours doing traffic control until the road was cleaned up. Walking down the line of cars and speaking to the drivers, it was evident many were

appreciative of our efforts.”

When Greg Dallman moved to Lamont in 1983 he didn’t know many people, but that soon changed, when John Helton asked him to join the department. “We both started as operators at Shell Scotford,” said Dallman. “John became a unit leader, and I got into fire and safety, then into emergency response.”

When John became fire chief, he asked Dallman to be deputy chief, and as they say the rest is history. Firefighting is a passion for Dallman, and at one time all of the members of his family were members of the Lamont Fire Department. He remembers them all sitting down together for Thanksgiving dinner one year when the pager went off. When you get a call, you have to go, special occasion or not.

Firefighting for the past 30 years has been rewarding for Dallman who retired this past June.

“For most people, it’s like a career.” As for personal satisfaction, Dallman said, “I guess for me, and probably a lot of guys, it’s that good feeling you get by contributing back to the community.”

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE LAMONT FIRE DEPARTMENT

Lamont Mayor Bill Skinner, right, presented Fire Chief John Helton with his 30 year certificate during the awards night on Feb. 21st at the Lamont Recreation Centre.

Lamont Fire Chief John Helton, right, presented Deputy Chief Greg Dallman with his 30 year certificate. It was John who recruited Greg to the department, and the pair worked beside each other with the department and at Shell Scotford.

Capt. Scott Calder, right, presented Andrew McDonald with the Firefighter of the Year Award.

Scott Calder, right, presented Daniel Bowman with the Rookie of the Year Award.

Scott Calder, right, presented Colin Price with the Janice Helton Memorial Award.

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015 - 19

Solid and liquid particles, one-eighth the diameter of a human hair, are floating in the air we breathe every day.

These particles are called fine particulate matter or PM2.5.

What is Fine Particulate Matter?

PM2.5 is made up of common substances known as nitrogen dioxide, organic carbon, and sulphur dioxide. Natural sources of PM2.5 include wind-blown dust and forest fires. Human activities include transportation, industrial processes, home heating, and biomass burning. These fine particles are linked to health implications. They are able to move deep into the respiratory tract, including the lungs, which can affect individuals with existing heart and/or respiratory illnesses.

Sponsored by Bruderheim Moravian Church March 12 at 7 p.m. at Bruderheim Moravian Church Tickets: $10, $30 per family Everyone is welcome!

Tickets available at the Church Office 780-796-3775 for more info

Measuring Particulate Matter in Our Air Fort Air Partnership’s air monitoring stations measure the amount of particulate matter in the air. Higher measurements are often recorded in cold winter months due to temperature inversions. Cold air becomes trapped near the ground by a layer of warm air. The warm air acts like a lid and prevents pollutants from mixing within the atmosphere.

This leads to a build-up of pollutants, including PM2.5 near the ground until the weather brings in wind, rain, or snow to help disperse them.

Some sources of particulate matter, like industrial emissions, stay fairly constant year round. But roaring fireplaces and idling vehicles in winter lead to higher levels of particulate matter.

A New Management Plan In January 2015, a Fine Particulate Matter Response Plan for the Capital Region was finalized. The plan came about because measurements of PM2.5 at two monitoring stations in the Edmonton area between 2008 and 2011 periodically exceeded the national level for PM2.5.

The Fine Particulate Matter Response Plan includes recommended actions to: x reduce PM2.5 concentrations in the outside air x improve knowledge of PM2.5 in the Capital Region x engage with people about their responsibilities to reduce ambient PM2.5 Implementation of the Fine Particulate Matter Response Plan will begin later in 2015. Measurements of PM2.5 taken by Fort Air Partnership and other airsheds will be compared to new Canadian Ambient Air Quality Standards to manage increasing levels of PM2.5 throughout Canada.

Reducing PM2.5 Some examples of actions that people can take during the wintertime to reduce their contribution to PM2.5 include carpooling, turning off car engines when parked (don’t idle) and working from home on days with high levels of PM2.5, if possible.

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The Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League is hosting a pyrogy supper!

Wednesday, March 4 from 5 – 6:30 p.m.

At the Mundare National Hall

Adults are $10, under 6 are free!

The Chipman Players Community Dinner Theatre Presents

The Lamont Community Play School invites you to a family night out!

Saturday March 14, doors open at 5:30 p.m, Dinner at 6 p.m.

The night includes name that tune, raffles, door prizes, silent auction and Yuk Yuk’s Comedian Sean Lecomber!

Adult tickets $40 and kid’s tickets (2-17) $15.

2 Years and under are FREE! Tickets can be purchased from any Play-school parent.

Three performances! March 7, 14 & 21, 2015 Doors @ 5:30 p.m., Dinner @ 6 p.m., Performance @ 7 p.m.

Tickets are $35 and are available at Lamont Home Hardware and Chipman Market, or by calling Carol @ 780-363-3823 or Keiron @ 780-363-2457.

20 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 3, 2015

Seasonal employment opportunities are now available: Take notice that the following permit for proposed development as described below has been issued in accordance with the Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 675/07.

Appeal by March 6, 2015 Legal Description: Plan 3545TR (n SW 23-55-20-W4) Land Use: Agricultural District (A) Proposal: Upgrade the existing 96 ft. tower to a 150 ft. free standing tower for high speed internet services.

Permit No.: 011-15 Additional Information For additional information regarding this permit, please contact the Planning and Development Department at (780) 895-2233.

Appeal The Land Use Bylaw provides that the person applying for the permit or affected by the order, or any other person affected by an order, decision or development permit of a Development Authority may appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within fourteen (14) days after the date of notice.

Appeal Fee - $200.00

Do you need your First Aid course? Interested in updating your skills or need first aid for your job?

CALC will hold a First Aid course if there is enough interest!

Call Debbie Holland at 780-895-2233 ext.

224 to put your name on the waiting list!

x x x x x

Grass and Brush Mower Operators & Pesticide Applicators Weed Technician ASB Labourer & Public Works Administrative Support Heavy Equipment Operators Public Works operators, Labourers & Shop Person

These positions will be open until March 6, 2015. Go to www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/human-resources for full job descriptions.

Please be advised that beginning Monday March 2, 2015 bridge repairs will begin on BF:322, then will proceed to BF:129, and BF:2494 respectively. Each bridge should be closed for approximately 10 days weather permitting and without any project complications.

Locations: BF: 322 – Beaverhill Creek (NW 34-55-19-W4) – Division 5 RR 193 – South of Twp 560 BF: 129 - Beaverhill Creek (NE 33-55-19-W4) – Division 5 Twp 560 – West of RR 193

Construction Lead Hand Lamont County is currently seeking a full-time permanent Construction Lead Hand, reporting directly to the Construction Supervisor.

This permanent position plays a key role in the following: x Assisting with supervision and direction of construction staff and equipment performing earthwork construction projects. x Arranging for the location of all utilities as well as the ability to meet with necessary field personnel of utility companies to coordinate moves or lowering of structures. x Jointly responsible to meet with landowners to ensure the coordination of work is completed in conjunction with construction activities. x The ability to read engineering survey stakes / blueprints.

This competition will remain open until March 6, 2015.

Construction Supervisor Lamont County is currently seeking candidates to fill the position of Construction Supervisor. Reporting directly to the Director of Public Works, the incumbent is responsible for the management and supervision of the Road Construction program.

Major responsibilities will include: x The supervision and direction of County staff and equipment performing earthwork construction projects.

Assisting the Director of Public Works with the yearly planning and budgeting for County construction/ maintenance programs and equipment Attend Council meetings to present monthly reports and road construction cost estimates.

Arranging for the location of all utilities and meet with necessary field personnel of utility companies to coordinate moves or lowering of structures.

Be responsible for meeting with landowners and completing back sloping, applications and coordinating work in conjunction with construction activities.

Coordinate bridge repair and replacement with Alberta Transportation and Lamont County engineer designate.

This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.

To view full job descriptions please visit our website at www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/human-resources Please forward your resume/application to: Lamont County Human Resources Department 5303 – 50 Avenue, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Email: hr@lamontcounty.ca Fax: (780) 895-7404 Lamont County thanks all applicants for their interest.

However, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

BF: 2494 – Whitford Creek (SE 15-56-16-W4) – Division 4 Twp 562 – West of RR 162

Please be advised that the following bridges in Lamont County have weight restrictions; take caution and follow the restrictions as posted: x SW30-53-17-W4M - Twp 534 between RR180 and RR175 - 10 tonnes x SE18-57-16-W4M - Twp572 between RR165 and RR170 3 tonnes x NW34-55-19-W4M – RR193 between Twp560 and Hwy29 -10 tonnes x NE33-55-19-W4M – Twp560 between RR193 and Hwy831 - 3 tonnes

Thursday, March 12, 2015 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Heartland Hall, Strathcona County (55305 Rge Rd 214/south of Hwy 15 on Hwy 830) Lamont County and Strathcona County are co-sponsoring a workshop for area landowners to gain information on rights and negotiations on proposed or existing pipelines and well son their lands.

Workshop topics will include: Land spray of drilling mud, clubroot, reclamation of abandoned wells, statutes and ethics and hydraulic fracing.

This is a free workshop for participants, but you must register for the event. There will be a lunch provided.

Deadline for registration is Friday, March 6 at 4 p.m. To register please contact: Tanya Kurylow at 780-895-2585 ext. 272 or email Tanya.k@lamontcounty.ca For more information about the event contact Jim Newman, at 780-895-2233 ext. 216 or jim.n@lamontcounty.ca or Lori Mills at 780-416-6729 or lori.mills@strathcona.ca.