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Lamont County left holding the bag for $96,000 Michelle Pinon Editor Convoluted. That is one of the words being used to describe a predicament Lamont County currently finds itself in. The scenario involves several different parties, but one clear definitive fact, that the municipality is still holding the bag for a $96,000 bill for installation of a communications tower. Back in 2010 the county applied for a federal government grant which was administered by the province. The grant was to be applied to the purchase and construction
of a communications tower located at Township Road 544 and Secondary Highway 855 near Mundare. Reeve Wayne Woldanski said during a follow up telephone interview that the total cost of the project was around $180,000 and it was his understanding that because Westcan was both the service provider and the company which installed the equipment and tower, they were billed on the same invoices, and not separately, which led to confusion in regards to the timelines. He said the distinction was not made clear to the people who
looked after the grant application either. While the county received certification, along with the date of instillation proving it was before the deadline of the grant application, the monies were not turned over to the county. Even though county council did agree to write a cheque to Westcan a couple of months ago for the job it completed, the municipality is still out the substantial sum of money. According to a request for decision written by emergency services coordinator Randy Siemens, “The grant was
to be applied to the purchase and construction of the comunications tower at TWP Rd 544 and HWY 855. Befe proceeding Lamont County received a letter stating that the grant was approved so construction was initiated. Only after completion and after phone calls inquiring as to when the county would see the grant monies was its administration told the grant was rejected and not untl March 2013 did Lamont Cuty receive an official letter stating so.� Al Harvey, chief executive officer, read aloud the letter of refusal to council that was
addressed to him. The letter stated the province could not take the grant application forward for submission. Harvey said he didn't provide a response because he wanted council's opinion first. "It depends on how far we want to go. We have spent about $3,000 on legal fees to date." No members of council indicated at the May 2 meeting they wanted to pursue legal action. "In the end where do you lay the blame," questioned Woldanski. So while the beaucrats have said there is nothing more that can be done, Woldanski said the politicians will have to
follow the process and try to recoup the monies. To that end, the county council passed a motion directing administration to arrange a meeting with Fort SaskatchewanVegreville MLA Jacquie Fenske. Council also directed administration to prepare an information package for the meeting and to include a letter from Westcan certifying the work that was done within the guidelines of the application. Woldanski said they were not going to give up on the issue, even if that means lobbying the minister.
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Spring thaw has almost come and gone, but not without a few headaches for public works crew in Lamont County who had 10 closed roads and 80 washouts in the past two weeks. At one point the department was receiving 80 phone calls a day, and director Harold Hamilton commended ratepayers for their patience and understanding during that time.
2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Long awaited municipal inspection report to be presented at meeting Findings to be heard by Lamont town council Michelle Pinon Editor
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Matt Pustelnik, an administrative interin, will be serving Lamont County, and other towns and villages within the municipality during his year long tenure. Pustelnik, finishing up his Bachelor of Commerce Degree, is specializing in marketing, at the University of Alberta. He will be graduating from the faculty in June, and looks forward to his new role.
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Members of Lamont town council will be hearing the findings of an independent municipal audit along with interested residents tomorrow evening (May 8) in the meeting room at the Lamont Recreation Centre beginning at 7:30 p.m. Stephen Thompson, President of MunCon Ltd., is the author of the report, and under contract of Municipal Affairs (MA). Since last
December, Thompson has been gathering information on bylaws and polices, and conducting interviews with town employees, councillors, citizens, etc. In the fall of 2011 coun. Mike Brown made the motion requesting a review by MA. Concerns regarding former chief administrative officer Tom Miller and the new town office building project prompted Brown to take action. Council unanimously agreed to the motion.
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), May 7, 2013- 3 Michelle Pinon Editor
Volunteering is an investment in a community, and one that pays off dividends in the long run. Those were some of the words Bruderheim Mayor Karl Hauch conveyed to audience members during the annual volunteer appreciation event April 26. The names of volunteers were printed on candles and displayed on the walls of the Bruderheim Memorial Centre to pay tribute to each and every one of them in the community,. For the first time ever, each community organization and its members who were in attendance were asked to go on stage to be formally recognized and were presented with a certificate on behalf of the Town of Bruderheim. During the program, volunteer Sharon Johnston was named Citizen of the Year and Brent Ratzloff was named Volunteer of the Year. The award for Customer Service of the Year went to Marion Maschmeyer and Tony Adamkewicz of Night Moves Pub. Youth Volunteer of the Year was presented to Alicia Hallonquist. New this year was the introduction of youth citizens of the year. The children who received that special honour included: Cameron and Claire Olechow, Brianna
and Darcy Willis, and Justin and Serenity Fraser. Jacquie Fenske, Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA presented the Queen’s Diamond Jubillee Medal to Hauch on behalf of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. Hauch concluded the celebration by thanking the volunteers once again. One of the volunteers in attendance was Jillian Melnick, President of the Lioness Club, who successfully manages to juggle a busy family and volunteering. The mother of three took time recently to talk about the Lioness Club and some of the other projects and activities she’s been involved with since moving to the community four years ago. Volunteering was a big part of her life growing up in Calgary as her parents were very involved in sports and neighbourhood activities, and Melnick likes to think she’s helping raise the next generation of volunteers, who will follow in her footsteps. “Three of our five members have kids, and we make things work.” Melnick has also found extra helping hands for the club’s annual fundraiser. She would definitely like to see some new faces get involved in the club and community. “We try to do our part. We’re not a big club; but we hope to be.”
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A light shines on volunteers
PHOTOS BY MICHELLE PINON
The spotlight was on volunteers in Bruderheim April 26 during an evening of celebration.
FCSS Director Sara Rindero thanks the hundred plus volunteers.
Bruderheim Lions Club President Dave McCormack smiles after presenting an Akido club member with a donation.
Lioness Club President Jillian Melnick with her twins Hannah and Jennifer and son David. Missing in photo is husband Greg. The couple moved to Bruderheim four years ago.
Orthodox V Parishes All services start at 10:00 a.m. unless otherwise noted Sunday Divine Liturgy 10:00 am 780-895-2149
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Reaching out to those in need, we support: Local Food Bank, Elementary School Lunch Program, Bissell Centre, Kindred House AA Meetings Thursdays at 8:30 pm
Bruderheim Mayor Karl Hauch receives his Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal from Fort SaskatchewanVegreville MLA Jacquie Fenske.
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Lamont Auxiliary Hospital Saturday Evenings 4:00 pm Our Lady of Good Counsel - Skaro 1st, 3rd and 5th Sundays 9:00 am St. Michael the Archangel - St. Michael 2nd and 4th Sundays 11:00 am For further information please call O.L.A. Fort Saskatchewan at 780-998-3288
Lamont Alliance Church 44 st. & 50 Ave. 780-895-2879 Pastor Ron Wurtz Sunday Service 10:00 am “The small family church on the far east end of town” Come join us!
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4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 7, 2013
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Letter to the Editor Welfare of hungry children in Alberta touches the heart of caring citizen (This is an open letter to the Government of Alberta written by Carolyn Pogue) Dear Hungry Child, It has come to our attention that your lunch bag is frequently empty and that you often go to school without breakfast. We’re sorry about that. We in Alberta have a lot of money but we must be careful with it. Money doesn’t grow on trees, you know. And don’t get me started on raising taxes. The adults we know don’t believe in sharing like that. But money isn’t the real issue anyway. We know that people in other parts of Canada and in the world provide
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healthy food for hungry kids. But our approach is uniquely Albertan. We are working hard on the question of WHY you can’t bring your own lunch to school. We diligently seek answers to this question. For example, you may not have lunch because the shelters were full and you slept in a car last night. Most cars don’t have kitchens so that could explain it. Or, you might have been couch surfing with your mom because your dad is scary when he drinks; everyone just forgot to pack a lunch for you. Or maybe your parents are working two minimum wage jobs and slept in. Or, maybe they had to choose
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between paying the rent and buying food. I don’t know your reason, but there must be an answer. We have many highly paid folks working on this. Rest assured; we take your situation seriously. We hold meetings with important people. We make charts and publish slick booklets. We have websites, links, phone numbers, everything. We are busy doing very important work. All on your behalf. You see, we are concerned about your welfare and your future. After all, if things work out well for you, you might grow up and become one of us. If they don’t, you may grow up to become a gang member, school
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dropout, suicide statistic, career criminal or suffer chronic illness. Or, maybe you won’t grow up at all. Do you see that there is a lot riding on the answer to why you don’t have lunch? See how worried we are about this? I hope that a student will share lunch with you today or that your teacher will bring food from home or some volunteer will make you a sandwich. That would be nice, wouldn’t it? I must end now. I have an important lunch meeting; I can’t miss that. Yours sincerely, Signed in Jest, The Government of Alberta
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Sled dog racing turns into a passion for Mark Hartum and a love affair for his entire family Lamont County residents travel the great white north in pursuit of excellence in demanding sport Michelle Pinon Editor
What started out by accident, has become a plan by design for sled dog racer Mark Hartum. Back in university Hartum liked his neighbour’s Siberian Husky and wanted one for himself. One dog led to two, and before he knew it he was going to sled dog races. His first race was in the mid-nineties, and he’s never looked back. Now his wife Brooke, and their three children Mya, 11, Elle, 10, and Noah, 7, who travel the circuit with Mark, watering, feeding and caring for the dogs (German Shorthaired Pointers and Greyhound) as well as racing themselves. Hartum Kennels has around 45 adult racing dogs and 15 yearlings. “We try to breed to replenish the ones we have,” says Mark. They start training in late October and hit the road during the months of January, February and March. They travel to places like 100 Mile House and Elkford, B.C. Meadow Lake and Prince Albert, Sask., Pigeon Lake and Grande Prairie in Alberta, and Fairbanks, Alaska. “We do it because we love it. It’s a great way to to spend time together,” adds Mark. There’s always something to talk about while travelling throughout the Prairies. The kids also spend a lot of time with the “dog board” mix-
ing and matching teams of dogs. Each one has its own unique personality and skill set, and they love to figure out pairings while the miles go by. There is a lot of skill and strategy involved in sled dog racing, and Mark says all the little things add up. He adds that racers must consider which foot the dog leads with, positioning, size of dog, and aerodynamics to name a few. “The driver has to be in good shape, but the dogs are the athletes,” adds Brooke. Living just outside the perimeter of the Blackfoot-Cooking Lake Recreation Area was a key consideration when the Hartums purchased property in Lamont County many years ago. Having access to groomed trails is key to training and success, says Mark, who has always been competitive in nature. The kids must have inherited the same gene as they also love to win, and have medals from the recent Open North American Championships in Alaska. In the past four years the Hartums have logged just over 300,000 kilometres on their truck. “It’s a lot of early mornings and late nights,” says Brooke, “Because we all race and travel, everyone contributes and has a role.” Brooke and Mark say it’s all worth it and the children love the adventure, companionship, and competition that goes along with the lifestyle. Mush on! SUBMITTED PHOTO
Mark says his wife Brooke, seen in photo, is just as competitive as him, and they have faced off against each other in several races this past winter.
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Sled dog racing has become a lifestyle for the Hartum family who travel hundreds of thousands of miles to compete in the sport. Pictured from left to right are: Mark, Elle, Mya, Noah and Brooke. The Lamont County residents go on the road with their dogs for three months during the year to participate in several competitions and world championships. Living close to the Blackfoot-Cooking Lake Provincial Recreation Area allows them and the dogs to train in ideal conditions.
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Notice to Creditors and Claimants Estate of Steven Alexander Andrick of Lamont, Alberta who died February 20, 2012
Estate of Stanley Jacobs also known as Stan Jacobs who died on November 14th, 2012.
If you have a claim against the estate, you must file your claim by April 30, 2013 with:
If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by June 30, 2013
Teresa Hewko, 48 Drummond Ave, Red Deer, ab. T4R 3E1
and provide details of your claim.
If you do not file by the above date, the estate property can lawfully by distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
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6 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Economic director updates county council on progress Michelle Pinon Editor
Lamont County council was brought up to speed on plans for its regional economic development initiaitve during its May 2 meeting. New executive director Doug Sullivan, who began his posting three months ago, gave a brief presentation to council and administration. "I'm seeing a lot of opportunities and growth," stated Sullivan. He told council of the need to attract new enterprise to the county to bring in new money, highlight and support existing businesses, and provide secure employment and affordable living options for young people. Sullivan admitted it is a bit of a Catch 22 for municipalities which don’t have infrastructure in place to attract industry and skilled trades people and professionals.
Al Harvey, Chief Administrative Officer for the county, said they are looking into hiring someone who does engineering and planning to put together an area structure plan for industrial areas, with the idea of working together with urban municipalities to put together a package. Harvey said that could cost between $60,000 and $70,000 per municipality. "Most communities understand its not an overnight process, and it doesn't happen by happenstance," said Sullivan. Harvey also suggested talking to Marie Kurylow, director of planning and community services and Jim Newman, manager of economic development, to develop a plan. "Maybe we should be talking with developers," pondered coun. McCartney aloud. Newman suggested that perhaps after the election, develop an infrastructure committee with
other municipalities in the region. Harvey agreed that they need both residential and industrial to make the county more viable. He also recommended working more closely with local industry to build more partnerships. Sullivan said they also need to put foundational structures in place with easily accessible maps, land inventory, and community profiles. He said there is the need to have an updated website focused on economic development as well as flyer advertisements. He also recommended networking between other economic development groups, regular meetings with chief administrative officers, council, Alberta's Industrial Heartland and businesses.
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You know it’s spring when you get stuck behind a cultivator/sprayer travelling down the road. This unit was photographed heading west on Highway 15 towards Lamont Friday afternoon. While producers are itching to get in the fields, mother nature may have to work a little more magic in order for the soil to absorb all of the moisture which has accumulated in recent weeks.
The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), May 7, 2013- 7
French fairytale delights audience at Andrew School Company’s charitable initiative pays for community to enjoy musical performance Michelle Pinon Editor
Students at Andrew School got the chance to take part in a magical adventure thanks to a fundraiser sponsored by AGS Flexitallic Canada. Through the company’s community initiative plan, Kindergarten to Grade 12 students were entertained by members of the Alberta Opera who performed a humourous rendition of Sleeping Beauty May 3. Assistant principal Daniel Verhoeff thanked Stan Zabrick, director of human resources and communications for AGS Flexitallic, for making
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the performance possible. “It is a great opportunity to give back to the community,” said Zabrick, following the performance. “It (the play) was very engaging and I’m glad
that we were in some small way able to help,” added Zabrick, who lives in the area with his wife Kellie, and two of their children, Kirsten and Caelan, currently attend Andrew School. According to school officials, the experience was made possible through a generous donation from the company. “Back in September, he (Zabrick) suggested a litle fundraiser for the school which involved the sale of Safeway gift cards. This fundraiser netted $1,000 for Andrew School. A huge thank you to AGS Flexitallic Canada and Stan Zabrick for providing the means to make this wonderful performance available to our students, staff, and community.”
Alberta Opera cast members strut their stuff during the finale of Sleeping Beauty. From left to right are: Mackenzie Reurink, Arielle Balance, and Steven Angove. Missing is pianist Erik Mortimer.
Stan Zabrick poses with wife Kellie, right, and Tammy Evans parent council reprasentative, left.
Mental Health Week’s efforts on awareness celebrated People from all walks of life are encouraged to join the conversation about issues regarding mental health Celebrate National Mental Health Week! Mental Health Week is an annual national event that takes place May 6-12 to encourage people from all walks of life to reflect and engage with others on all issues relating to mental health. Take a moment to think about what mental health means to you. Can you think of anyone you know who may be suffering with mental health issues? Do you struggle yourself? Both mental and physical health is essential to our overall wellness so let’s take care of ourselves. Here are a few tips to keeping mentally healthy: 1Enjoy a healthy lifestyle. Eating healthy foods and getting regular physical activity is good for the mind. Physical Activity can even reduce depression and anxiety. Get enough sleep. Allowing our body to rest and rejuvenate improves our ability to cope with stressful situations. Treat yourself well. Take some time for yourself each day. Enjoy your favourite book, have a bubble bath, enjoy a nice meal, or watch your favourite movie. Build a support system. We often provide support for others but don’t ask for help or support when we need it. Trust that you’re not “burdening” people by reaching out, whether it’s family, friends or cowork-
ers. Enjoy hobbies. Taking time from our busy lives to enjoy doing an activity we choose to do rather than because we have to, brings balance to our lives. If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health concern, don’t be afraid to ask for help! Here are some resources that can offer support and advice: Make an appointment to talk to your family doctor about your concerns. Alberta Heartland Primary Care Network’s Mental Health Program. Call 780-997-0046 to make an appointment with a registered psychologist. Addictions and Mental Health Program at the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital. Call 780-3422388 to speak with a mental health therapist. Family Community Support Services. To book an appointment call 780-992-6267. Mental Health Help Line: 1-877-303-2642 Support Network Distress Line: 780-482-4357 Adult Crisis Response services: 780-342-7777 You may have access to an employee assistance program (EAP) through your employer. All counseling services provided by EAP plans are absolutely confidential. We live in a busy world and face stress and demands in our lives every day. Remember to devote
a little bit of time each day to focus on yourself and improve your mental health. For more information about Mental Health Week, check out the website at www.mentalhealthweek.ca Submitted by Kristine Osbaldeston Clinical Program Manager, Alberta Heartland Primary Care Network
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8 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Andrew’s Driving Angels receive special recognition Michelle Pinon Editor
Four local ‘Driving Angels’ who go the extra mile to help seniors get to medical appointments, shopping trips and social events were officially recognized during Volunteer Appreciation Week in Andrew. Ron McKay, Sandra Messal, Vanessa Ostachek and Betty Weldon received special certificates and were recognized by Caroline Gee of the Alberta Motor Association (AMA) dur-
ing the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) open house April 24. “The AMA is fortunate to be working with committed community partners and is proud to collaborate with organizations to support the ‘Driving Angels’ program to recognize those individuals dedicated to the service of seniors,” stated Gee. Andrew was the 18th community the AMA has partnered with since the program’s inception in 2009. “It’s really about neighbours helping
neighbours,” added Gee, who also pointed out that the program “aims to raise awareness of the importance mobility for seniors and of the need for more drivers.” Ron McKay, who previously worked in longterm care, has been driving local residents around for the past three years. “I try to be helpful with everyone.” He also lets everyone know he is willing to give them a lift. Since this past November McKay has logged 30,000 kilometres on his vehicle driving folks to appointments
and activities. “I try to be helpful with everyone.” Sandra Messal has been helping an older friend for the past five
years, driving her to medical appointments in the city. Messal is more than happy to help her friend
and give her the opportunity to live in the community longer.
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Andrew’s Driving Angels were presented with certificates of appreciation by Caroline Gee, program co-ordinator advocate of community services for the Alberta Motor Association, standing on the left. Offering congratulations as well was Elke Carr, director of Family and Community Services in Andrew. The certificates were presented to Ron McKay (above), as well as Sandra Messal, Vanessa Ostachek and Betty Weldon. Elke Carr and her husband Warren also received recognition by FCSS board vice chair Rochelle Cressman. On hand to greet guests were board chair Sharyn Danyluk and daughter Danielle. All of the guests were treated to refreshments and enjoyed the music of Grade 3 and 4 students from Andrew School who recently received honours at the Kalyna Music Festival.
The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), May 7, 2013- 9
Volunteers paid tribute to during appreciation banquet in Mundare Michelle Pinon Editor
Coop Quilt Store in Mundare, and hold two weekend workshops at the seniors drop-in centre to work on a major project. Some of the lucky recipients of the members’ hard work and skilled craftsmanship have been: Lamont seniors, palliative care residents at the Mundare hospital, cancer patients undergoing treatments, children in the Stollery, injured soldiers returning from Afghanistan, pets at the Humane Society, as well as children in Africa. In 2012, 150 quilts were given away, and to date, 25 quilts, 70 dresses and 52 pairs of shorts have been donated. The guild hosts an annual quilt raffle during Agri-Daze, and donates to the Mundare Fire Department each year for its STARS fundraising gala. This year members are donating a quilt to the Village of Chipman to commemorate its 100th anniversary. “I would also like to acknowledge our husbands who support, encourage, facilitate, and sometimes even tolerate as we quilters pursue our passion for the craft,” added Tanasichuk.
When Charlie Gargus signed on to be Master of Ceremonies for the annual Volunteer Appreciation Event in Mundare he didn’t realize he’d be one of the people being toasted, but later in the evening Gargus was presented with the Volunteer of the Year Award. Gargus was surprised and delighted by the award. If there’s a job to be done, then Charlie is the first one to roll up his sleeves and help. He does as much as he can to make the load lighter for other people. Earlier in the day he had been painting at the old hospital for a rural sustainability organization, and lends a hand with the fire department and several other community groups in Mundare. Practically everyone in attendance at the event is a volunteer, and Gargus acknowledged all of them and the work they do for their community. For example, Krystal Kinash was officially recognized for her work with the Lamont 4-H Multi Club and was nominated for the Volunteer of the Year Award. Representatives from the hospital auxiliary, quilters guild and agricultural society gave brief presentations on their organizations and some of the work they do and recipients of their good work. In the case of the Kalyna Country Quilters Guild, members have provided quilts, pillows, pet beds, dresses and shorts for people of all ages. “Since 2000, over 700 quilts have been donated by our guild,” stated member Adeline Tanasichuk. Currently the guild has 37 members who hail from Edmonton, Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Bruderheim, Lamont, Chipman, Mundare, Vegreville, Vilna and St. Paul. Members Charlie Gargus accepts his award from meet twice a month at the Chicken Leah Bartz of FCSS.
It pays to have your mortgage with us. Literally.
With a Servus Profit-Share Mortgage you’ll receive money back, and if you have other services with us you’ll get even more. A mortgage that you can ride all the way to the bank. Lamont branch
4707 – 51 Street
780.895.5920
PHOTO COURTESY OF VAL RETZLAFF
These children in Madagascar sport the dresses and shorts made by members of the Kalyna Country Quilter’s Guild.
feel good about your money.
10 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 7, 2013
‘Business Directory’ AGRICULTURE
AUTO SALVAGE
HOUSE CLEANING
Forr yourr vehiclee partss needs
“Customer Driven since 1928” 6138 - 50th ave., Vegreville AB
PAUL WOZNIAK
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TOLL FREE: 1•888•632•2514
North Point Agronomy Ltd. Providing Independent Agronomic Services Serving the counties of:
Lamont, Strathcona, Smoky Lake, Sturgeon, and Thorhild •Soil Sampling•
•Fertilizer Recommendations•
•Crop Scouting•
Tyler Graham P.Ag. tyler@northpointag.ca (780)691-2981
FREE vehicle removal Cash paid for some Please call ahead for appointment confirmation Vehicle Removal: Weekdays AM Saturdays PM
662-2403
CONSTRUCTION Taylor Made Contracting Ltd. • Basement Finish • Garage Finish • Decks • Fences • Renovations “ Create Your Man Cave or Lady Lair”
Trevor Taylor Ryan Taylor 780-984-6356 780-953-0614 Email: taylormadecontracting1@gmail.com
INTERIOR DESIGN Interior Design by
ANNMAY
Simple & Elegant
Contact Ann O: (587) 400 - 5437 C: (780) 729 - 6988
AUTOMOTIVE
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KENNELS Pet Boarding Service
Cozy Critters
Box 462, Hwy 15 Bruderheim, Alberta T0B-2R0
Phone 780-992-7990
A & M One Stop Shop 780-265-6731
•towing for local service & long distance rates• •Free Unwanted Auto Removal• •Yard cleanup, from small to very big jobs•
We will remove all your old Equipment Paul Graham Owner
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email: amonestopshop@live.ca website: www.amonestopshopinc.com
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Paul Drolet - Retired Plumbing & Gas Inspector
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Lake Resort/Convenience Store/Residence (Liquor Vendor) – Sales $150K - Asking $749,900.00.
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‘Business Directory PROFESSIONAL
RENOVATIONS
Motor Vehicle Accidents, Fatal Accidents, Wills & More
KT Mechanical LTD
Elizabeth J. Tatchyn, B.A., LL.B BARRISTER & SOLICITOR
Lamont, Alberta
at the Elk Island Insurance Agency By appointment only * Speaks Ukrainian * etatchyn@biamonte.com Lamont 780-895-2100 Edmonton: 780-425-5800
Kevin Tychkowsky Commercial & Residential • Heating • Air Conditioning • Refrigeration
Phone: 292-2336 Fax: 895-2809 ktmechanical@hotmail.com 20 years experience!
REAL ESTATE ArTeam Realty
Independently owned and operated
PERFORMANCE HORSES & PROSPECTS
MAY 11 , 2013
VIEWING AT 10:00 A.M. SALE STARTS AT 2:00 P.M. TWO HILLS AGRICULTURAL ARENA
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Window & Door Replacement and Installation
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12 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 7, 2013
Friends funny fundraisers to benefit Canadian Cancer Society Jazmine Inkster Student Reporter
PHOTOS COURTESY OF ANDREW SCHOOL
Amdrew School students recently learned the art of decorating Ukrainian Easter Eggs and Easter bread.
Bruderheim Friends Fighting Cancer will be putting on their fundraising hats throughout the next month in support of the Canadian Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. The relay will be taking place in Fort Saskatchewan on June 21 at Legacy Park. There are two main fundraisers planned to take place in Bruderheim this month, one is a comedy night taking place on May 11 featuring comedian Andrew Grose, and the other is a “Fun
Flushing� fundraiser in which a toilet mysteriously appears on a lawn, which will then be removed for a donation. This is the second year that team lead, Tracy Radke, has taken part in the relay. Together with her two fundraisers she hopes to raise around $5,000. “Last year we got $3,000 from personal sponsors alone,� Radke adds. Radke has many personal reasons to be taking part in this relay, as she is running for her father who had passed away from malignant melanoma only 11 months after his diagno-
sis. She says that she also has a number of family members who are still fighting to this day. “For me, it’s a big deal� This is the first year she has done any large scale fundraisers, and she had gotten the idea for the mobile decorated toilet from another town that she had seen do this fundraiser. The toilet will “mysteriously� appear on someone’s yard, and in order to get it removed, the yard owner will have to call the number and
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SUBMIT RESUME
Fax: 780-418-2365 Email: jason.smith@candoltd.com
Student reporter required part-time at the Lamont Leader starting August 15 and to work after school daily (around school commitments). Drivers license a bonus. Must have interest in writing/photography and graphics, and be a people person. Will also do general office duties. Phone Michelle 780-895-2780 or email resume: lamontnews@gmail.com
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________________________ Spring Market with bedding plants. Monday May 13th from 5 -7 pm. For a table call Terry 1-780-6726068 tm17c ________________________ You're Invited to SUNSHINE VILLA'S SPRING TEA Saturday May 11, 2013 1:30-3:30 p.m., admittance $5.00. Quilt raffle, silent auction and door prizes. Tofield 780-662-2490. tm15/16c ________________________
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The Rocket Theatre/bowling alley/ ice cream parlor In Viking will be open for business Friday's from 11:45-9:00. Our new ice cream flavour of the month is "Lemon Pie". Friday, May 10 at 7:00 is movie night featuring Pride and Pre-judice. 16p ________________________
COMING EVENTS
________________________ Soup and sandwich May 13 Tofield Golden Club Drop in Centre.$7. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. tm 17p ________________________
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Viking Farmer’s Market Mother’s Day Tea, May 9 from 2 to 5 p.m at the Viking Community Hall. Regular Vendors and Viking Colony with bedding plants, hanging flower pots, eggs, chicken and veggies, Gerard Wadley with BEST products, Avon, Watkins, Fifth Ave.,Gold Cannon, Scensty, Homemade Candles, Tupperware and more.... 16c ________________________ The family of Keith and Vivian Firkus invite you to join in the celebration of their parents 80th Birthdays on May 18,2013 at Kinsella hall. Open house 7 p.m. Dance to follow. No gifts please. cp16p
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We are having a 90th birthday party for Eileen Romaniuk on May 19th at the Tofield Community Hall from 2-5pm.No gifts please. The Romaniuk family. 17p ________________________
FOR RENT ________________________ Three bedroom house in Viking. Large Backyard. $750 plus utilities. DD required. Call 587-256-0061 ________________________ LAMONT- 1 bdrm apt. - 5 appliances. New building near Hospital. 55+, N/P, N/S, rent $800/month, DD $800. For more info please call 780-895-2567.LL14/18p
780-336-3422
Lamont - Commercial space on Main Street. Approx. 1800 Sq. Ft. For Retail Office, Store front, or Small Business. Alley access option, private bathroom and new furnace. Available Immediately. Call Tim 780991-0140. LL16/19p ________________________ Tofield House for rent. 4522 - 54 ave. 4 bedroom and garage. Available July 1st. 780-662-2687. tm15/16p ________________________
FOR SALE
________________________ Two kinds of milling oats, two kinds HRS wheat, two kinds of two row feed barley. Excellent germination. Phone Randy 780-592-2259 or 780-
208-5000.
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Exotic Bird & Livestock Sale Saturday, May 11th – 10:30 am Beaver Hill Auctions 780-662-9384 www.beaverhillauctions.com tm17c ________________________ 1996 Combine-IH 1688 $45,000.00, 1998 tractor - IH with E-zee on loader 7110 $40,000.00, 52 ft. Bourgault airseeder - 295 bu tank $18,000.00, Swather mover $1,500.00, Rock picker $1,000.00, Westfield Augers - 10�x 51’ Swing $4,500.00, 8�x41’Kholer-engine $2,500.00, 7�x31’Honda engine $1,800.00. Ph. 780336-3512. 16c
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Continued 17 Cont’d fromFrom PageP 12 ________________________ Yard Machines 22” Front Tine roto tiller.195 cc Tecumsuh engine $225.00 OBO. Ready to go, works well. Phone 780-336-2247 or 780-632-0284. 16p ________________________ Property in Alliance, AB. Mobile home, 2 lots, fully fenced, mature trees,3 BDR, 2 Bath, large addition, fully upgraded and heated work shop. $95,000. 780-879-2385 16/19p ________________________ Coleman powermate tool set. Quantity new and used harness, saddle parts, 3 guitars. Call 780-879-2385 16/19p ________________________ Bi-level home for sale by owner. Located in Killam, AB. 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom. See Kijiji ad # 479316394 for more details and pictures. cp16/20p ________________________ Shares for Sale: Only a few shares left. Don’t be disappointed. Phone to save a spot. Are you concerned about the freshness & safety of your food? Are you too busy to plant your own garden? No worries. Take advantage of Viking Farm CSA (Community Sup-ported Agriculture); 1 km north of Viking, AB on Hwy 36. You’ll receive a weekly basket of organically grown fruits and vegetables throughout the growing season. Limited shares are available. For more details: call Brian Rozmahel @ 780385-5570 or Diane Hanson @ 780-385-0994. 14/15p ________________________ Seed For Sale Wheat - AC SHAW VB. Barley - CDC Austenson, Chigwell. Oats - AC Morgan, AC Lu, Murphy. Grass and Forage Seed Canola Seed for Sale: Fusion: (R.R.)* Early -123 % of check varieties. Rugby: (R.R.) (OP) -Highest yeilding O.P. All Brett Young Canola available. 780-662-2617 ________________________ Purebred yearling Red Angus Bulls. Heifer and cow bulls. Semen tested and will deliver. Call 780386-2127 or 780-385-0406 cp16/17p ________________________ Registered Polled Hereford Bull, 3 yrs. old, $2,500 Howard Brown, Tofield phone 780-662-4983 tm17/19p
________________________ BULLS FOR SALE - Registered Polled Hereford and Red Angus. Call Dave at (780) 385-2226 or Dan at (780) 385-2298. cp15/18p ________________________
FOUND
________________________ Cell phone found in Catholic Church parking lot. Identify to claim it at the Weekly Review. ________________________
GARAGE SALE
________________________ Innisfree Community Wide Garage Sales. May 11, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Maps available, many locations including the Innisfree Library sale. 16p ________________________ Mission to Many gigantic garage sale, Wed. June 12 to Sat. June 15, Lutheran church 5227 - 56 Ave Viking. We are now accepting donations of smaller clean items in good working condition in the mornings of Mondays through Thursday. Larger items may be brought on Monday and Tuesday, June 10 or 11. Please contact Alvin at 780336-3155 or Pres at 780-3362576 for more information. 16/18c ________________________ Huge multi family and estate sale. Furniture, tools, hardware, building materials, kitchenware, lots of baby to adult clothes, toys, bikes, walkers, commode, linens, appliances and more. May 8 - 18, 8 am - 8 pm 19228 TWP Rd 512 tm15/16p ________________________ COMMUNITY YARD SALE, Sat, May 11, 9 to 2, Hastings Lake Hall, Range Rd 204, 3 km south of Hwy14 Great treasures for your house & shop. Lunch available. Everyone welcome!! tm17p ________________________
HELP WANTED
________________________ SAFETY STARTS HERE TRAINING CENTRE • First Aid • CPR (AB & BC) • Child Care • H2S Alive (enform) • Ground Disturbance (Global) • Confined Space • AED • TDG • Babysitter First Aid • Heartsaver CPR • WHMIS 24 Hr. Phone 780-608-1434 www.safetystartshere.ca 50tfn-eow-c-cp
________________________ DO YOU ENJOY READING, CRAFTS AND WORKING WITH YOUNG CHILDREN? The Viking Municipal Library is accepting applications for summer employment. Dut-ies will include presentation of the children’s summer program and other assigned duties. Please send resume by 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 15 to: Viking Municipal Library, Box 300, Viking, AB T0B 4N0 or email to: librarian@vikinglibrary.ab.ca. 15-16c ________________________ Help Wanted – clerical positions available Parttime with full-time potential Beaver Hill Auctions – please apply in person 780662-9384 www.beaverhillauctions.com c17 ________________________ Helpers for reunion before, during and after. July 29th to August 5th (August long weekend). Call 780-6623066 c17 ________________________ Best West Roofing Roofer and/or roofer's helper wanted. Must be polite & willing to work hard. Please call 780-716-8197. LL14/18c ________________________ PLUMBERS NEEDED for full time work in the Lloydminster area. Great opportunity for an apprentice or journeyman. There is potential for the right individual with this small company. Phone: 780 8751544{home} 780 2147386{cell} 15-16p ________________________ Class 1 Winch Truck driver with oilfield experience, for local company. Safety tickets needed. Please fax resume and commercial drivers abstract to 780-6623368. 15/18 p ________________________ Assistant Supervisor wanted for Convenience Store and Gas Station, Crossroads Esso - Viking. Wages negotiable according to experience. Cashier, book keeping, order and inventory and invoice management. Full time from 5 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. Fax resume to 780-3362131 or call 780-336-3200 . Attention to Key. 16c ________________________ CALL 780-336-3422 For all your advertising and business promotional needs. We can help!
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The Viking Historical Society is accepting applications for the position of caretaker/tour guide for the Viking museum. This 32 hour per week position will run mid–May through the end of August. Duties include guiding visitors through the museum, cataloguing donations and general upkeep of the buildings and grounds. Other weekly schedules may be considered. Cover letters and resumes may be dropped off at J & L Automotive. 15/16c ________________________ FT/Part time m/f equipment rental person required for Sherwood Park rental business. Maintenance and repair of rental equipment. Ability to operate machinery including forklift. Duties include customer service, general clean-up and deliveries. Must be a self starter, physically fit and a good problem-solver. Bring resume to: Park Equipment Rentals, 44 Sioux Road, Sherwood Park. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Monday - Friday. 780-4644646. tm15/17p ________________________ Caretaker for campsite in Irma from May 13, 2013 Oct. 31, 2013. Some duties include collecting camping fees, ordering fire wood, janitorial work at the campsite and ball diamonds each day and any event weekends and also checking porta potties for supplies. Please send resume to: Village of Irma, Box 419 Irma, Alberta, T0B 2H0 or email to info@irma.ca. 15/16c ________________________ Wanted mature mechanically inclined person for yard and shop. Must have some tools for truck wrecking yard. Highway 16 and RR 191. Phone 780-6623514. tm15/17c ________________________
REMEMBER To ADVERTISE YOUR COMING SALE
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MEMORIAL
________________________ In Memory of FRANK SROKA MAY 9, 2012 God took him home, it was His will, But in our hearts we love him still; His memory is as dear today As in the hour he passed away. We often sit and think of him When we are all alone, For memory is the only friend That grief can call its own. ~Lovingly remembered by your family 16p ________________________ In Memory of ANNIE MARIE MROCZEK (ANTOS) AUG. 3, 1939 - MAY 8, 2012 We speak your name with love and pride We smile with tears we cannot hide We thank you for the years we shared The love you gave, the way you cared. ~Forever in our hearts, Love John and family 16p ________________________ Springtime comes with deep regret It brings back memories we can’t forget You passed away without good-bye but memories of you will never die We miss you more than anyone knows As each day passes the emptiness grows the tears we shed we can wipe away But the ache in our hearts will always stay. In Loving Memory of our Children and Grandchildren CLEORA DARLING 1941-1984 DALE GARVIE 1948-1977 NEIL FITZMAURICE 1957-1986 WYATT MCKIE 1 DAY OLD - 1999 ~May we meet again Walter and Ona Garvie 16p
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PERSONALS
________________________ 60 yr old male looking to meet single female for friendship, get togethers, possible relationship. Reply to box 535 Lamont Ab T0B 2R0 LL16p ________________________ Gentleman, 59, 5'8" average (semi ret.) seeking : petite~ average 'foreign' live in lady with values and intelligence. Secure, clean, new home, no smoking, pets, children. Fort Saskatchewan. 1-780-997-0885. 16p ________________________
SERVICES
________________________ 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 ________________________ You Name It, I Can Do It! Phone Steve For A Free Estimate Today. Specializing In, Drywall, Taping, Mudding, Installing Window and Doors, Painting, Complete Basement and Main Floor Reno’s, Additions, Siding and a lot more. Cell: 780-632-9352 or leave a message @ 780-6572066. LL13/20p ________________________ Roy’s Handyman Services. Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. 780-662-0146 or 780232-3097. ttfn ________________________
Autobody - Auto Rentals Tractor Trailer Collision Sand Blasting (780) 384-3080 Sedgewick, AB. www.obrienautogroup.ca CPtfn ________________________ Massage and Reflexology. 1 hour treatments. Marge 780-662-3066. ttfn ________________________ Need your garden rototilled? Call 780-336-1102. 16p ________________________
WANTED
________________________ Looking to rent pasture for 30 yearlings. Call 780-3362147 16p
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ANNOUNCEMENTS ________________________ GET AHEAD of the crowd. Office Administration certificate program specializing in Bookkeeping, Dental Office or Oil and Gas. GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. 780539-2911; gprc.ab.ca. ________________________ AUCTIONS ________________________ ONLINE AUCTION May 22 - 29, 2013. Mobile Home Park in Provost, Alberta. 2.24 acres, 21 spaces, +/-47,000. annual lease revenue. Kramer Auctions Ltd. 306-445-5000; www.kramerauctions.com. ________________________ 75 QUARTERS LAND, Oyen, Alberta - Ritchie Bros Unreserved Auction. 1HQ, 30 Parcels Farmland, 6 Parcels Grazing Lease, $37,300 Surface Lease Revenue. Jerry Hodge 780-706-6652; rbauc tion.com/realestate. ________________________ BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ________________________ BARBER SHOP business for sale in Whitehorse, Yukon. Excellent opportunity. Includes all equipment, in good location, leased premises. Contact Murd for details. 867-667-6873 or 867-6677467. ________________________ MATCO TOOLS is looking for franchisees in your area. Professional products with a complete business system available to support you in becoming your own boss. Home based business; training & support programs. More information call 778-3874666; www.gomatco.com. ________________________ CAREER TRAINING ________________________ MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION rated #2 for work-athome. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com. ________________________ LOOKING FOR A CAREER in child care? Early Learning and Child Care certificate. Full-time, part-time, online studies. Qualify as Child Development Worker through Alberta Children and Youth Services. GPRC Grande Prairie campus. Call 780-5392911; gprc.ab.ca.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ________________________ 16 WEEKS TO WELDER 1st Year Apprentice! GPRC Grande Prairie and Fairview Campuses. 12 weeks theory, 4 weeks practicum. On-campus residences. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca. ________________________ $100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work! Must be competitive & energetic. Honesty is a must! Please visit us at: www.PropertyStarsJobs. com. ________________________ MILLWRIGHT/MACHINIST in just 16 weeks. GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Gain entry level skills in one or both trades. Write 1st year AIT exams. Hands-on experience with millwright and machinist equipment. Call 780-539-2911; gprc.ab.ca. ________________________ NOW LOCATED in Drayton Valley. BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax 780-621-3959. ________________________ AN ALBERTA OILFIELD construction company is hiring dozer, excavator, and labourer/rock truck operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call Contour Construction 780723-5051. ________________________ MILLWRIGHT AND MACHINIST Combination. 16 week course gives entry level skills. Write 1st year millwright and/or machinist apprenticeship exam. GPRC Grande Prairie Campus, 1888-539-2934; www.gprc.ab. ca. ________________________ COMPUTING CAREER = Great Career. Computer technology programs at GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Novice to expert. Circuit design and robotics lab, data communications and networking lab. 1-888-539-4772; www.gprc.ab.ca. ________________________ LEVEL 2 WATER and Waste Water Operator required for Elinor Lake Resort. Call 780623-3993. ________________________ PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Technicians and Electricians for various sites across Alberta. Send resume to: hr@ pyramidcorporation.com or fax 780-955-HIRE.
________________________ COMING EVENTS ________________________ 24TH ANNUAL Red Deer Antique Show & Sale. May 11 & 12. Sat., 10 - 6 & Sun., 10 5. Westerner Exposition Grounds. Over 350 sales tables. Canadiana furniture and collectibles. Carswell's 403-343-1614.
________________________ EXCLUSIVE FINNING/ Caterpillar Mechanic training. GPRC Fairview Campus. High school diploma, mechanical aptitude required. $1000. entrance scholarship. Paid practicum with Finning. Write apprenticeship exams. 1-888999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca.
These blanket classified ads are produced through a joint agreement by The Community Press, Viking Weekly Review, Lamont Leader, Tofield Mercury and Alberta Weekly Newspaper Association (AWNA). These ads appear in all AWNA member papers (120 papers) for the cost of $269.00 (+gst) for the first 25 words, $8.00 per word over 25. To place a blanket classified, call a CARIBOU PUBLISHING representative at 780-385-6693 or email ads@thecommunitypress.com. REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY - Labourer for water well drilling firm, located S.E. of St. Paul, Alberta. Variable shifts. Must have Class 3 drivers licence, drivers abstract required. Fax resume to 780645-2880 or 780-645-1114. ________________________ SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: www. awna.com/resumes_add.php. ________________________ WORKERS FOR gravel crushing operation in east central Alberta. Skilled or will train. Experienced foreman also needed. Email: fitz cons@telus.net. Fax 780-8425556. Phone 780-842-5227. ________________________ PUT POWER INTO your career! As a Fairview Power Engineer. On-campus boiler lab. 4th and 3rd Class. Affordable residences. GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-9997882; www.gprc.ab.ca. ________________________ SOBEYS GROCERY STORE now hiring Meat Wrappers. Full-time & part-time hours available. Please fax resume to: 780-875-2103. Mail or drop off at: 4227 - 45 Ave., Lloydminster, AB, T9V 2E9. ________________________ WANT TO WORK with Children needing assistance in developmental, behavioural and/or learning tasks. Educational Assistant program at GPRC, Grande Prairie campus. Call 780-539-2911; www.gprc.ab.ca. ________________________ FAST TRACK to Parts and Materials Technician. 34 week program at GPRC Fairview Campus. Fall, 2014. Write 1st and 2nd year apprenticeship exams. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc.ab.ca. ________________________ CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL Gas Co-op Ltd. requires full-time Gas Utility Operator. Experience, safety tickets an asset. Clean valid driver's licence required. Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet. net. Fax 780-864-2044. Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0. ________________________ NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the upcoming turnaround season. Journeyman/Apprentice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical Labourer; Welder Helpers. Email: resumes@newcartcontract ing.com. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email all safety and trade tickets. ________________________ CLARK BUILDERS REQUIRES out of town Surveyors. Must have commercial construction experience. Contact us at: 1-877-4166815. Email: careers@clark builders.com. Fax 1-888-4033051.
CLARK BUILDERS immediately requires Superintendents for the Regina & Saskatoon areas. 5 - 10 years Commercial Construction Experience. Contact us at: 1-877416-6815. Email: careers@ clarkbuilders.com. Fax 1-888403-3051. ________________________ LABOURERS and Heavy Equipment Operators (hoe, dozer, grader) needed for jobs in Prairie Provinces. Apply to: resumes@gcsenergy.ca or fax to 780-888-2100. More info at www.gcsenergy.ca. ________________________ EQUIPMENT FOR SALE ________________________ 50 FT. BLANCHARD Harrow Packer; 2 compartment drill fill with hydraulic augers; 30 ft. Case IHC 4900 vibra tiller mounted harrows; Peerless 510 roller mill. Shedded. 780-836-2780; 780986-2709. ________________________ FEED AND SEED ________________________ HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. "On Farm Pickup" Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877250-5252. ________________________ FOR SALE ________________________ SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD; www.Nor woodSawmills.com/400OT. 1800-566-6899 ext. 400OT. ________________________ METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36" HiTensile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders Supplies 1-888-263-8254. ________________________ SPRUCE TREE SALE! Starting at $69. - 6 ft. Larger sizes available, 50 tree minimum order. Perfect for front yard, wind or privacy hedge. Call 1-778-436-8776 or email: mk1786@telus.net. ________________________ STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206; www.crownsteelbuild ings.ca. ________________________ BUILDING FOR SALE. Two unclaimed steel buildings. Must be sold. One is 40x80. Great savings! Hurry, these won't last. Go direct. Rocket Steel Canada. 1-877-2182661. ________________________ GORGEOUS SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $45, machine planted, fertilized, mulched. Minimum order 20. Delivery charge: $75 - $100. Quality guaranteed. Crystal Springs 403-820-0961.
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Notice of Special Meeting Town of Lamont Council Purpose of Meeting: To receive by public presentation the report regarding the recent inspection of the Town of Lamont performed by the Alberta Department of Municipal Affairs. Date: May 8, 2013 Time: 7:30 p.m. Location: Lamont Recreation Centre Meeting Room The public is invited to join members of Council of the Town of Lamont for a presentation regarding the results of the inspection. The inspection was conducted between December 2012 and February 2013 by the inspector, Stephen Thompson, on behalf of Alberta Municipal Affairs. This inspection report will include recommendations for Town Council to improve the operations of Council and its management of Town operations. All interested persons are invited to attend.
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice of Intent to pass resolution authorizing the sale of Municipal land for less than market value. The Council of the Town of Lamont intends to pass a resolution that would approve the sale of Lot 5, Block B, Plan 1708KS (5123-48 Avenue) at less than market value. If you do not agree that the Council should pass this resolution, you may petition for a vote of the electors to determine whether the proposed resolution should be passed. A petition would have to be signed by electors of the municipality equal in number to at least ten cent (10%) of the population and must be received by the Chief Administrative Officer of the Town of Lamont on or before 4:00 p.m. July 5, 2013. Information about the proposed resolution and information about petitions and their requirements are available from: Sandi Maschmeyer Acting Chief Administrative Officer Town of Lamont 5307-50 Ave. Lamont, Alberta T0B 2R0 780-895-2010
Community Wide Garage Sale June 1, 2013 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. To register or for more information please call (780) 895-2010
TOWN OF LAMONT
Position: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) The Town of Lamont is a municipality in Alberta approximately 40 minutes north east of Edmonton. The CAO reports directly to Council and is the principal advisor. They provide professional leadership; direction and general supervision of all departments and management of all department heads. They are instrumental in the development of policies and programs for the approval of Council. As the administrative head for the Town of Lamont the CAO is responsible for the overall operation of the Town in accordance with the objectives, plans, programs and policies approved by Council. Duties The following are key responsibilities: • Recommending policies and actions to the municipal council • Managing the day to day operations of the municipality • Promoting and maintaining good public relations • Keeping records such as minutes, bylaws and accounts • Providing input into strategic planning • Carrying out council’s directives and policies • Directing the general administrative functions of the municipality including supervising staff • Preparing budgets and managing finances • Administering human resource programs • Preparing bylaws approved by council • Ensuring the bylaws are enforced • Collecting taxes • Conducting local government elections. Qualification • Experience in a senior management role, or as a Chief Administrative Officer in a municipal setting, or equivalent senior leadership experience • Post-secondary education in Public Administration, a CLGM designation or a related professional designation is desirable • Possess impeccable integrity and ethics; respectful of others and is respected by peers • Committed to the Municipality’s values, vision, and mission • Demonstrates a visionary leadership style while giving guidance and support as a mentor and a positive role model • Commitment to delivering exceptional service and best practices in public administration • Strong sense of accountability for the effective utilization of resources • High degree of professionalism coupled with effective communication skills; (written, verbal and presentation) • Be a hands-on public servant, comfortable managing many different priorities concurrently • Known for his/her ability to develop credibility and effective working relationships with employees and external stakeholders • Ability to use logic to investigate and solve problems; excellent at analysis; looks beyond the obvious; able to develop practical and innovative solutions • Strong leadership and team building skills • Knowledge of municipal legislation and relevant statutes Interested applications please submit your resume and cover letter in confidence to the undersigned. Closing Date: 4:00 p.m. May 17, 2013 Send Resume via Mail, Fax or Email Mail: Town Of Lamont Corporate Services Committee Attn: Gail Hrehorets Box 330 Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Fax: 780 895 2734 resumes@lamont.ca
2012 Financial Statements are now available at the Town Office or Town Website
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