The Camrose Booster, February 12, 2013

2012

Vol. LXI, No. 12

64 pages

February 12, 2013

Photo by Ron Pilger

Always better – always better read

The CCHS Jazz Combo will provide the soundtrack for Friday’s Opening Night - “black and white attire, formal or fun!”

INSIDE Your Financial Future Pages 16 and 17

The century-old Bailey Theatre will be alive with award-winning films, local music and headliner entertainment

On-the-Road and Auto Classifieds Pages 18 to 21 and throughout SuperBooster

February 15 to 17. The 4th Annual

Entertainment and Dining Pages 22 to 23 and throughout SuperBooster

Nordlys Film & Arts Festival

Obituaries Pages 26 and 27 Special Occasions Page 29

is gearing up to be a very memorable weekend”, notes Society president, Hans Olson. “We can’t wait to share our powerful and diverse line-up with the Camrose community.” Saturday evening will feature a concert with “Canada’s Queen of the Blues” Rita Chiarelli, a Juno award winner and nominee on many more occasions.

Classifieds Pages 32 to 37

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Ticket buyers have also been attracted to the schedule due to an eclectic mix of first-rate films from Canada and around the world. Three of the five films that will be shown during the three-day festival were 2012 Oscar finalists in the Best Foreign Film Category. At time of printing this week’s issue of The Booster, weekend passes were still being offered for $50 each at the Bailey Theatre Box Office. Visit www.nordlysfestival.com for more details.

News Features Dr. Fordham Misfeldt 3M Teaching Fellow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Youth Centre build dependant on government funds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Dr. Suna Smith retires after lengthy service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Chamber of Commerce recaps a busy year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

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Things are different than they used to be in Camrose schools Over the last few years, Battle River School Division has been experiencing changes. In the City of Camrose, that has included: • Having more younger students than older students enrolled in local schools • Some Camrose schools being crowded, others not, as neighborhoods grow and change • An overall change in the number of students During the next 18 months, the school division will undertake a process of review and consultation, to make plans for potential changes in the way we configure our City of Camrose schools. BRSD would like to assure local parents that, as a school division, we are doing our homework to get an accurate picture of the future. While we may be required to take interim steps in Camrose for the fall of September 2013 in order to achieve a manageable number of students at some school sites, there will be an overall, long-term plan developed and there will be opportunities for input from parents and community members. We’re committed to hearing your suggestions and ideas. Watch for more details in the coming months. In the meantime, if you have questions, please contact Superintendent of Schools Dr. Larry Payne at: lpayne@brsd.ab.ca

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Camrose Kinette Club would like to thank the following individuals and groups for their hard work during the 2012 Silent Santa Campaign. • Duggan Mall • Community Volunteers • AMA (Alberta Motor Association) • Ken Fisher (Rosehaven) The Kinette Club of Camrose would also like to thank everyone who assisted and/or donated with the 2012 Silent Santa campaign. All your donations and help are greatly appreciated. The project would not be possible without the generous donations of Camrose and area residents.

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JUST LISTED...SUPER VALUE... Older mobile in excellent condition. Lots of upgrades and renovations, all appliances and furnishings included, situated on own lot. Asking $48,500. Quick possession. Payments for less than rent. Great opportunity for single individual wanting to start out on first time purchase. Call Dale for details. (RO974)

EDBERG... Lots of room in this 4-bdrm, 2-bath, 2-kitchen, 1430 sq. ft. home in the quiet village of Edberg. Large fenced 66x125 lot. A must see! Great Value! Asking: $89,500. Call Dale for details. (RO940)

JUST LISTED...FERINTOSH...2 lots, 2-bdrms, upgraded flooring, fixtures, bath, furnace, etc. Must be viewed to be appreciated. Asking $165,000. Call Dale for details. (RO978)

COMMERCIAL WINTER IS HERE... so it’s time to protect your investment by keeping it out of the snow and cold. 1/5th share in large hanger at Camrose Airport. There is lots of room here to do maintenance etc. Owner wants it sold!! Asking $43,000. Call Rick for details. (C267) EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION! GREAT OPPORTUNITY... Industrial property at Ervick Junction. 0.995 acre industrial property. Water to property but some limitations apply. Asking price $109,450. Call Rick for details. (C136) EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION! GREAT OPPORTUNITY... Industrial property at Ervick Junction. 4.47 acre industrial property. Water to property with some limitations apply. Asking price is $109,450. Call Rick for details. (C137) GREAT RETAIL BUILDING... and land on main street in the town of Daysland just thirty minutes east of Camrose. Could be good potential and has good exposure and traffic. Call Rick for details. Price: $57,900. (C285)

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REDUCED NEW NORWAY... You will love the park like setting of this acreage. The 3-bedroom home has had main floor upgrades including a beautiful kitchen makeover, plus some windows and flooring upgrades. Nicely landscaped yard with fruit trees and lots of shrubs. Large dugout on south side of property supplies lots of water for plants and trees. Call Rick. Asking $279,900. (A393)

VERY PRIVATE ACREAGE... 995 sq. ft. 2-bdrm, 1-bath home on 18.3 acres. Large newer heated shop with steel beam construction. Located 20 min. southeast of Camrose. Call Rick for details. Priced at $297,500. (A423)

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EXCEPTIONAL ACREAGE - EXCEPTIONAL LOCATION... Deluxe location, 3 miles from Camrose. Beautifully treed 10.58 acres, only 1/2 mile off the pavement. 1120 sq. ft. bungalow with main floor laundry and oversized double detached garage. Price: $399,000. Call Trudi Dunham for a viewing. (A421)

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DUCED FURTHER RE JUST LISTED... Desirable cul-de-sac location backing onto ravine area. 2400 sq. ft., hillside walkout bungalow, completely finished, some upgrades, 40’ patio off dining room, 2 fireplaces, many more features. Asking $474,900. Call Dale for details. (R1414)

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Our 3 sweet Valentines: Kyler, Kobe, Presley Love Mom & Dad

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Dr. Fordham Misfeldt 3M Teaching Fellow By Dan Jensen

Augustana German professor and Humanities chair, Dr. Kim Fordham Misfeldt, has joined some pretty elite company. Fordham Misfeldt is one of 10 Canadian faculty professors who has been recognized as a 2013 3M National Teaching Fellow by 3M Canada and the Society for Teaching and Learning in Higher Education (STLHE). "It is the highest honour that can be bestowed on a university teacher in this country," explained Augustana dean Dr. Allen Berger at a campus celebration Feb. 7. "From 1986 until yesterday, 258 university faculty in Canada have been recognized as 3M National Teaching Fellows." The 3M National Teaching Fellowship program is sponsored jointly by 3M Canada and the STLHE. It is the only pan-Canadian, cross-disciplinary recognition of educational leadership and excellence in university teaching. Fellows must fulfill two principal criteria: superlative undergraduate teaching, and the enhancement of post-secondary teaching through superior leadership. Dr. Fordham Misfeldt joined the University of Alberta Augustana Campus in 1991, drawn by the emphasis on teaching and the ability to interact with students. "This place is small enough that you can know your students," said Dr. Fordham Misfeldt. "Augustana has always had a strong teaching focus. The student is the most important person in the equation." Through the Augustana Campus Human Library, Dr. Fordham Misfeldt has used her experiences as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse to give voice to students and others in the community who need to tell their story. She also volunteers at women's shelters and gives

Dr. Fordham Misfeldt talks about receiving the 3M National Teaching Fellowship.

presentations to people of both sexes about sexual violence in the community. Dr. Fordham Misfeldt worked on her own nomination papers with the support of Dr. Roxanne Harde, Associate Dean, Research, and Dr. Neil Haave, Associate Dean, Teaching. "When I became Dean one of the first things I started squawking about was if we are so good as teachers, and we really are, then we should get some awards," said Dr. Harde. "Neil and I put her to work on her 3M nomination. She is the reason I am a teacher and she is the reason that many of you are teachers and the students you are." Dr. Haave said one of the things that Kim does, the thing that makes her stand out, is her

primary vocation of giving students their voice. "She teaches students to speak what they think, what they feel, what they are searching for, and her vehicle for doing that is teaching language." Part of the nomination process involved getting Dr. Fordham Misfeldt's former students to make comments about the experiences they have had with her. "When I read what the students had written about me and my teaching I said I can't not do this because what these students have to say is so important to me that, in order to honour their words, I needed to put this (nomination) forward," said Dr. Fordham Misfeldt. "I did the nomination package as well because I think Canada recognized Augustana and what

we do here, and that, although we are small we do amazing things, and it is time for Canada to know that." Dr. Fordham Misfeldt publicly thanked all those who assisted with the nomination process. "The nomination package that was sent to 3M was 50 pages. The Augustana community came together to make this the best possible package." Dr. Berger described Dr. Fordham Misfeldt as one of many teaching superstars at Augustana, and expressed the hope that the fellowship she has received is the first of many for the faculty. "They are certainly deserving of the recognition," said Dr. Berger, "but Kim is an exemplar and a role model for all of us. You can tell by the turnout of stu-

dents here today how much she is beloved here at Augustana, and that relationship that she has, I think, says a lot about our entire community as a whole." Dr. Berger said the 3M award adds to the credibility of the messages that Augustana sends out to potential future students. "We certainly intend to publicize this wonderful award in our brochures and on our website." Dr. Berger also noted that the award shows a teacher does not have to come from a big campus in order to be recognized. "I think oftentimes the best teaching at an undergraduate level happens at a place like Augustana because of the kinds of relationships that students and faculty can develop on a smaller campus. Our faculty members aren't just teachers in the classrooms; they are truly mentors and friends to our students and that makes a big difference." Dr. Fordham Misfeldt feels one of the most important things that teachers have to realize is that the student is the most important person in the classroom. "It is not about me standing up and lecturing to students; it is about listening to students, about what they need and how they need to learn." Teachers who are recognized with the 3M National Teaching Fellowship receive no tangible rewards, no money, and no research grants. Instead, they are given lifetime memberships in the STLHE and a four-day scholarly retreat at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel in November. The Fellowship is not a "thing" but a growing body of over 260 dedicated and inspiring teachers and a critical mass of educational experience and energy. Dr. Fordham Misfeldt and the other 2013 Fellows will be featured in an upcoming issue of Maclean's magazine.

Presentation reveals teacher disagreement with BRSD policy Submitted by Alicia Baier, M.Sc. Grant MacEwan sessional lab instructor and Bachelor of Education student

At the Battle River School Division (BRSD) board meeting held on Jan. 24, Milton Gilbertson gave a community member presentation. The purpose of Gilbertson’s presentation was to provide a retired teacher’s perspective on the possible situation that could arise if the proposed Administrative Procedure 360 continues to be implemented at the high school level. Gilbertson presented the results of an unofficial survey he conducted across a range of current teachers from various disciplines and schools across the BRSD regarding their opinions about Administrative Procedure 360 and the overall current state of teacher morale. The response Gilbertson received from the teachers surveyed was that the state of morale was low, in part caused by disagreement with the new educational assessment policies and for fear of repercussions for discussing alternative views or expressing disagreement with the new policies. According to Gilbertson, when the teachers surveyed were asked if the opin-

ions they expressed were generally widespread in their school, they all replied affirmatively. Administrative Procedure 360 proposes that at the high school level, a four point ‘Level of Achievement’ assessment practice be implemented and replace percentage grading. The proposed Levels of Achievement with the correlating range of percentages are listed here: Beginning (zero to 49 per cent), Developing (50 to 66 per cent), Achieving (67 to 83 per cent) and Excelling (84 to 100 per cent). Administrative Procedure 360 also states that teachers provide “accurate assessment”. According to this policy, assigning zeros for work not handed in or for cases of academic dishonesty distorts accuracy and cannot be given. According to the BRSD Administrative Procedure 360 document, beginning in fall of 2013, high school students’ term work (exams and assignments) are to be assessed using Level of Achievement descriptors in place of accurate percentages. It is not stated in the document if percentages will be eventually phased out and replaced with descriptors for report cards and final marks, as is currently the case

in elementary and some junior high schools in BRSD. University admissions and scholarships are granted based on percentage grades. If it is the intent to phase out percentage reporting completely, it is unclear how the new assessment practices of BRSD Administrative Procedure 360 will align with current university policies on admission and scholarship distribution. In his report, Gilbertson informed the BRSD board members, BRSD administration and concerned community members in attendance about the following three major points of concern. 1. Is Administrative Procedure 360 productive to good education? There is no clear evidence to suggest that this policy will positively impact the student’s education. 2. The swiftness and manner of implementation coupled with the magnitude of these policies has teachers questioning if the amount of extra work required by the policy will result in a compensating benefit to the students. 3. The top down management approach of BRSD administrators, and the results to teacher morale. This decreased morale is a result of educated professionals

feeling inhibited to fully express their professional opinions. In reply to Gilbertson’s report, several BRSD board members requested more information on the scope of teacher concern. Board member Cheryl Smith and superintendent Larry Payne reported that in their experience, teachers across the division have shown support of Administrative Procedure 360. During Gilbertson’s presentation, reference was made to the general feeling that several high school BRSD teachers had been reassigned or retired after they had made their opinions about the current system public. Gilbertson’s unofficial survey revealed that these events have resulted in feelings of nervousness and fear in many teachers about expressing their own opinions about the policy changes. Superintendent Payne addressed this point in the meeting and stated there are other reasons behind those actions, such as dropping student enrollment and decreased funding, which could not be publicly discussed further. In response to the reported fear felt by teachers, superintendent Payne stated that fear is perception based, and that all levels of BRSD adminis-

tration welcome all opinions and exercise an open door policy. Despite the alarming content presented in Gilbertson’s report, superintendent Payne surprisingly ended his response with a recommendation that the date for the BRSD board review of Administrative Procedure 360, which was originally set for June 30, be moved ahead to Feb. 14. Superintendent Payne’s rationale for advancement of the review date was that he felt students were at risk in a continuous state of uncertainty. It is clear that there are two opposing sides – one side that is in favor of Administrative Procedure 360 and the current administrative decisions and one side that is not. Transparency and open communication between the BRSD administration, teachers, parents and the general public is essential to resolve this issue. If openness and transparency cannot be established, perhaps a third party moderator should be included to facilitate these discussions. You can access the BRSD Administrative Procedure 360 document at http://www.brsd. ab.ca/Resources/AdministrativeProcedures/Documents/360%20 Student%20Assessment.pdf for more information.

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Youth Centre build dependent on government funds By Dan Jensen

Rotary Club of Camrose members are keeping their fingers crossed. Rotary Club of Camrose president Shirley Rostad told City council last week that the club is still waiting word on its application to the provincial government's Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) for a $125,000 grant to assist with the construction of a youth centre in Rudy Swanson Park. "We would really have to decide whether or not we could go ahead without it," said Rostad. "We would need it in place before I push the start button." City council has committed a total of $225,000 for the project's total estimated cost of $500,000, including $150,000 in cash, $50,000 for the land and $25,000 for the servicing. The Rotary Club of Camrose is expected to provide $100,000 plus gifts and kinds and project management,

while the Camrose Scouts and Girl Guides, which would be the primary tenants, are expected to provide $31,000. The Rotary Club of Camrose would have to seek other sources of funding if the CFEP grant is not available. "We would have to go to the community at large to see if we can get more goods and services donated," explained Rostad. "We don't want to ask the City to make further commitments." Council agreed to move the City's commitment to the project from the 2014 capital budget to the 2013 capital budget, subject to Rotary securing the required other funding sources, after Rotary explained the plan was to proceed with the project this spring with Ron Grue as the project manager. "Ron has planned his life around this," said Rostad. "We can't do this without Ron's volunteer efforts and leadership."

Camrose Community Services general manager Paul Nielsen told council that the project will be of value to the City as it will provide more meeting spaces for a number of different user groups, including the Air Cadets, as well as a place to store sporting equipment, which is now scattered throughout various buildings. "The storage component includes a number of large rooms accessible at the back of the building that will be made available to community groups that now store supplies and equipment in other City facilities," said Nielsen in a written report. "While the City has no obligation to provide storage for community based organizations, the reality is that these groups need space in order to function and remain viable in offering the services to the community that they do." Nielsen estimates that the total value of the consulting expertise that is being provid-

ed free of charge by Grue and Zetsen Master Builders, which has done the drafting, to be in the neighbourhood of $50,000 to $60,000. The Rotary Youth Centre would provide 7,500 square feet of well-insulated space on two levels and in-floor heating on the first. "It's not going to be an architectural masterpiece," said Rostad. "We are trying to build something that is energy efficient and does the job for a number of years to come. It will have the same insulation and heating system as the Habitat for Humanity ReStore, which has a heating cost of $250 per month in the coldest months." The Rotary Club of Camrose has been investigating the idea of undertaking another major project for the last couple of years, since receiving a grant of $25,000 from a local family as a thank you for sending a couple of youth to an agricultural college.

"We put a couple of advertisements in the papers asking people what we should do as a project, and the reply that stood out was a youth centre," said Rotarian David Francoeur in an interview with The Camrose Booster last fall. "We thought it would be something the club could support both through our finances and through donated labour." The Camrose Scouts currently occupy a building in Rudy Swanson Park that was built during the Second World War. "The hall was in rough shape and made even worse by a fire a few years ago," said Rostad. Councillor Daryl Shillington congratulated the Rotary Club for taking on a youth centre as a project. "It is a long overdue facility and I totally endorse it." The City of Camrose has provided a letter to the Rotary Club of Camrose in support of its CFEP grant application.

Gun culture and shooting sprees PEN POINTS .I am a more empathic person by Berdie Fowler

Love your neighbour! I think I first associated the month of February with love when I was a youngster in a small rural school. At the time, the school I attended was one of many, every few miles apart, that consisted of one classroom, one teacher and up to eight grades. (Yes, that sounds unbelievable today but it’s really true and historical records confirm it.) Each year, prior to Valentine’s Day on February 14, we students spent happy times excitedly making valentines for fellow classmates, then dropped them into a decorated red mail box at the front of the room. When the big day came, the last class period was devoted to distributing the cards. Acting as postal clerk, the teacher called out the names of the recipients, one by one, to the cheerful sounds of much giggling and joy. When the mail box was empty, it was usual that every student had received a big stack of cards. That was nice because everyone felt loved and included in spite of the gender mix of boys and girls, several different ethnic origins, various religious denominations, and a spread in age from six to fifteen. Inclusiveness seemed to come naturally in my school and it was good. Never, in my memory, was anyone shunned. As I perused a recent Booster (Jan. 29/13), I was pleased to notice that today’s students are also sending messages of love to others. Their contributions are not labelled valentines but they are certainly expressions of caring and concern for the well-being of disadvantaged others, both here at home and farther afield. One such news item told the story of a Bawlf School student, Vanessa Sheppard, who is a volunteer assistant coach for Camrose Special Olympics. As such she was aware of the need for funds to help send local athletes to provincial Special Olympics events. She got the support of other Bawlf School students who, with a bake sale, raised enough money to send at least two athletes to provincial Special Olympics events. Another news item announced the celebration of the granting of charter status to the Interact Leadership Club at Our Lady of Mount Pleasant School (OLMP). The new club was sponsored by the Camrose Rotary Club, with the intent to develop good citizenship, leadership skills, and the desire to give back to community and the world. The charter was granted Jan. 14 and, on Feb. 1, the first fund-raiser – a Carnival Pasta Night – was held for the purpose of sending a group of students on a mission to assist with mentoring in a school in Belize during spring break. The Interact Club has about thirty student members and hopes to grow. The above items are just two of many that occur throughout the year about students, from elementary schools to Augustana University, who engage in community service ranging from collecting donations for the food bank to applying classroom learning and research to volunteer service in the community and abroad. It is very satisfying to know that among today’s youngsters and young people there are those who strive to live by the golden rule: love one another! Messages of love are sent in many forms – sometimes in a valentine card, more often in everyday kindnesses that express a desire to make a better world. May each of us send messages of love every day of the year!

Note to readers: The following is a modified version of the Second Thought article that was inadvertently submitted to The Camrose Booster last week. The recent shooting in a Newton Connecticut elementary school has caused a tremendous uproar in the United States as politicians, law makers, educators, community leaders and concerned citizens attempt to understand why such horrific shootings occur so frequently. In the examination of contributing factors, no rock should be left unturned. As such, the examination of the role of violent movies, video games and music should be taken seriously. It is important to remember, however, that the vilification of such “folk devils” is not new. In the 1950s, the culprit behind youth deviance was comic books, and youth crime in the 1980s was attributed to either video games or role playing games like Dungeons and Dragons, the latter being accused of luring children into Satanism. And of course, ever since Charles Manson professed his love for the Beatles' Helter Skelter, youth suicides, murders, and school shootings have been attributed to popular music of one kind or another. Much of the reliable research demonstrates that for most people, watching violence, listening to violence, and/or playing violent video games, does not increase the likelihood of actual violence. Of course, there are those rare individuals who are socially isolated, have experienced abuse and neglect, and suffer from mental disorders for whom such activities will increase their propensity for violence, but most other people are able to distinguish between real violence and fictitious violence and understand that the consequences of real violence are monumental and irreversible. Most of us have been socialized from an early age by our parents, teachers, and others, not to harm, let alone kill. If there was a general cause and effect relationship between violent music, games, and movies and actual violent behaviour, then, given the huge numbers of people who entertain themselves with these products,

we would expect to see much more violence in society than there actually is. Indeed, the streets would be awash in blood. But despite the wide-spread prevalence of violent entertainment in North America, violent crime rates continue to fall. Similarly, if there was such a correlation found in American society, then we would need to explain cultural variations. Canada and Japan have just as much violent media as the United States, but much lower rates of violent crime. When trying to explain why shooting sprees seem to occur

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more frequently in the United States than elsewhere, some scholars have looked to culture and history. The United States is a nation-state born from conquest and violent conflict. From the colonization and near genocide of aboriginal populations, to the violent revolutionary secession from the British Empire, to the bloody Civil War over slavery and State sovereignty, to expansionist and aggressive government policies such as Manifest Destiny, the containment wars against Communism, and the wars against Terrorism, violence has been one of the trademarks of U.S. domestic and foreign policy. But other countries have similar historical experiences and yet much less violent gun-related crime. What the international evidence does show is that countries with high levels of social violence, particularly gun

related homicide, tend to be characterized by poverty, social inequality and weak social cohesion. When only developed, modernized countries are examined what is telling is the link between high levels of gun ownership and gun related violence. Economically developed countries with more firearms have more homicides. And no developed country has higher levels of gun ownership than the United States which, while experiencing a recent decline in gun-related homicides, still records close to 1,000 firearm homicides every month! The ever-resourceful National Rifle Association and the National Shooting Sports Foundation, not to mention the U.S. firearms industry, which spends millions on advertising guns to children as young as 10 years of age, have worked hard to create a robust, yet weakly-regulated gun culture across the United States. And we’re not just talking about hunting rifles and pistols for the firing range. We’re talking about assault weapons with extended magazines. We are also talking about laws in some States that allow citizens to carry concealed weapons and “Stand Your Ground” laws that allow people to use deadly force if they believe their lives are in danger. Most research suggests that these States record more gun-related deaths than those without such laws. Meanwhile, States with stricter gun control laws have fewer gun-related deaths. As others have asked, if more guns mean less crime, then why is the United States not the safest place in the world, with over 300 million guns? Scapegoating violent media misdirects attention from the real culprit: a weakly regulated gun culture fostered by an economically powerful gun industry and a politically influential interest group who continue to argue that security measures, like universal background checks, are an “undue burden.” Until this type of gun culture is addressed and properly regulated, the United States will continue to be plagued by such shooting sprees.

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Watershed Alliance and ALL host Beautiful Winter event By Sarah Skinner Watershed Planning Coordinator Battle River Watershed Alliance

The Battle River Watershed Alliance (BRWA) and the Association for Life-Wide Living (ALL) hosted two "Beautiful Winter" events Feb. 1 and 2 to celebrate the winter season. "Why not celebrate the season?" asked Jane Ross, of ALL. "We have it every year, let's make the best of it." Guests gathered on the evening on Feb. 1 to "Warm up to Winter" with an array of entertainment, including Wetaskiwin-based storyteller Robert Ward, who shared experiences of being a police officer for 16 years in the Great White North. Guests were also entertained with music, poetry and photo-sharing. The venue, Country Accent Bistro, was a wonderful place to spend the evening, with delicious local foods being served during the event. The next day was full of family fun at the Camrose Railway Station. "Snow Kidding" was a free family event that was all about having fun in the snow. There was snow sculpture building, storytelling, crafts for the kids, and even a Stay Warm in Winter fashion show. A great lunch was catered by Prairie Oven Catering, and the local birds will also be eating well when the kids hang their handmade suet bird feeders. Camrose Co-op and Martha's Music made generous donations to the event.

Above: children and adults got together to build a snow fort at the Camrose Railway Station: Below left, Glenys Smith, from the Camrose Railway Station, told stories Saturday morning. Below centre, Jack Ross modelled a winter coat during a fashion show at the Railway Station Saturday afternoon. Right: Nathalie Stanley makes bird suet with Elizabeth and Derek Nadon.

Camrose Police Service Report Feb. 11

Police are looking for a dark blue 2007 Ford F150 with Alberta Licence BDN8839, which was stolen from a north side residence early Sunday morning. Police have a suspect and are continuing the investigation. Anyone with information on the truck is asked to call police. Two reports of mischief were received from residents in the 44B Avenue area. In one case a car window was broken and at a nearby residence a garage window had been broken. A 19-year-old man was stopped by police who observed him operating a snowmobile near Camrose Drive and Parkview Drive. The man was charged for operating an off-highway vehicle on a highway, operating an uninsured off-highway vehicle and operating an unregistered offhighway vehicle. Police remind citizens that there are no provisions to allow the operation of an off-highway vehicle within the city of Camrose. Police stopped a vehicle for a traffic infraction and discovered the driver displayed signs of alcohol consumption. The 41-year-old

woman provided a “warn” sample and was issued an Immediate Roadside Sanction of a three-day licence suspension and vehicle seizure. Feb. 10

Police conducted a motor vehicle stop and noted a strong odour of Cannabis Marihuana coming from inside of the vehicle. Police arrested the 23-year-old man operating the vehicle and a search located a small amount of Cannabis Marihuana. The man was charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. A 20-year-old man was arrested on several outstanding warrants from Wetaskiwin and Camrose. A 21-year-old man was stopped operating his motor vehicle and arrested for an outstanding warrant out of Fort McMurray, Alberta. Police received a 9-1-1 complaint of a man breaking several items inside of his residence. Police attended and arrested an intoxicated 34-year-old man for prevention of breach of peace. Feb. 9

A motor vehicle was stopped and a strong odour of Canna-

bis Marihuana was noted from inside of the vehicle. Police arrested the youth driver and located a small amount of Cannabis Marihuana inside of the vehicle. The youth was charged with one count of possession of a controlled substance. Police stopped a 24-year-old man inside of his motor vehicle and noted him to be under the influence of alcohol. The man was arrested and transported to the Police Service where he provided two samples on the Intoxilizer with readings of 100mg%. The man was charged with Impaired Driving. A 38-year-old man was arrested for outstanding warrants out of Calgary, Alberta. Feb. 8

Shortly before 2:00 a.m., police responded to a residence in the downtown area for a report of excessive noise coming from the residence. Upon arrival, police spoke with the 52-year-old male tenant of the home, and while dealing with him, he became uncooperative, belligerent and combative with the police. The male was arrested and during the course of the arrest, he

resisted police and subsequently kicked one of the officers. The male was then subdued and taken into custody without further incident. The male was consequently charged with Assaulting a Police Officer, Resisting Arrest and causing Excessive Noise and released to appear in Camrose Provincial Court on these matters.

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A vehicle stop in the city’s east end Wednesday afternoon led to the arrest of the 24-yearold male motorist as records checks determined that he was a suspended driver. The male’s vehicle was subsequently seized for 30 days and he was charged with Driving while Disqualified. In the evening hours while on patrol, police observed a pickup truck proceed into an intersection in the downtown area and nearly cause a collision with another vehicle. The truck was stopped and the 33-year-old male driver subsequently provided a Fail reading on the roadside device. The male was consequently arrested and brought before the Intoxilyzer where he provid-

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Feb. 6 Police received a report that sometime in the overnight hours, one of the exterior walls of the Universal Bottle Depot had been spraypainted with graffiti. In the evening hours, police arrested a 43-year-old male, who had attended the police station in a very intoxicated state and began causing a disturbance inside police headquarters. The male was subsequently charged for being Intoxicated in a Public Place, and was later released once he was sober. A 23-year-old Camrose man has been charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance after police seized a personal quantity of marihuana from the male’s possession during a traffic stop that police conducted on Tuesday evening. The male was released to appear in Camrose Provincial Court on these matters.

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Dr. Suna Smith retires after lengthy service By Murray Green

It's official. Psychiatrist Dr. Suna Smith retired as clinical department head at St. Mary's Hospital. Dr. Suna tried retiring four years ago, but when no doctor was found to replace her, she agreed to stay on. "I didn't file my registrations, so I can't change my mind like last time," said Dr. Suna with a laugh. "Last time, I did retire thinking it would be for a year. That turned into four years. This is the right time now." A lengthy search brought in psychiatrist Dr. Balbev Singh. "He is a good man. He has a good knowledge and solid background of training. Dr. Singh has been integrated into a team set up and he is doing very well working with the nursing staff, which has always been important to me," explained Dr. Suna. "I just stayed on for two or three weeks to help him get adjusted and now I leave everything in good hands." Dr. Suna has been at St. Mary's Hospital for more than 32 years. "I started Unit 3 at the hospital. In 1980, I started with no program and no unit. I was doing some individual work and group therapy," said Dr. Suna. "Two years later, administration came to me with some available space. After some functional planning, program design and staffing ideals, I was granted a unit." Unit 3, mental health, still has 10 beds. "I was lucky to have two long-serving mental heath nurses, who were eager to learn and we had a good team," said Dr. Suna, who also had a practice at the Gemini Health Centre. "I borrowed the concept of seeing out patients at the hospital from the university (University of Alberta Hospital) and it originally came from McGill University in Montreal." Dr. Suna launched several sessions and therapy groups to meet the needs of the St. Mary's patient area. "I encouraged the staff to take education courses, so we could offer some of the things the patients were seeking," said Dr. Suna. "I didn't want to keep the patients

Jun Mah Photo Dr. Suna Smith proudly displaysthe Sisters of Providence Award she received in 2009.

waiting for three to six months, so I started a walk-in clinic on Tuesday evenings. Patients will either get better, go somewhere else or die. I wanted the walk-in clinic, so people had an easier access to my services." The hospital has a history of being a leader in health care. "St. Mary's has its gems within the hospital, such as the programs Dr. Suna was involved with. There are a lot of initiatives that go on in the hospital that you don't realize until you are a patient. Just by evolution, we have become leaders in the medical community," said Alan Heyhurst, chair of the Covenant Health St. Mary's Hospital Community Board and Foundation Board. She is known for her work in reducing the stigma of mental illness. Dr. Suna believes mental illness is a medical condition and should be treated as such. "When I met her, I was

intimidated to be around such 'presence' as she radiated. I was a newly graduated registered nurse. Dr. Suna instilled in me, with great passion, to use my nursing judgment – to believe in the power of being a nurse," said Shelly Dalueg. "We need clinicians, not employees." I made many mistakes, but I was never discouraged from telling her. I had said, I would never buy another text book as long as I lived because I was done with going to school. Well, she would buy extra materials from the courses and seminars she attended so we could all get taught whatever she had just learned and even cassette tapes to listen to on our own time." Sitting with her and patients has always been exciting for Shelley. "She has such respect for patients and their families. I saw how to be an advocate and how the patients

we care for are so vulnerable. What knowledge of the brain, neurotransmitters, medications, and illnesses she has. Dr. Suna has stood by me through personal joys and sorrows. She is always there for advice, a scolding, a shopping trip, a meal (breaking bread together) or a real good laugh Oh, how we have laughed together! I am so honoured to have been with her for so many years. She is such an incredible mentor, colleague and friend." Dr. Suna now joins a less hectic life with husband Dr. Alan Smith, who retired eight years earlier, and her three children and seven grandchildren. "I made lots of plans last time and I got myself in trouble by being on too many boards. This time I'm not making so many plans," said Dr. Suna. "I want to do more cooking and travelling. I like cruising where we are like turtles and carry our house on our back," she joked. "I have worked with Dr. Suna Smith for approximately seven years and I feel fortunate as it has been an honour to work with her. She is a very talented, compassionate and caring psychiatrist. Dr. Smith was not only a colleague, she was also a trusted friend and confidant to administration, board members, staff and physicians," said executive director Cherylyn Antymniuk. In 2008, Dr. Suna submitted a request to retire. "St. Mary's Hospital was not successful in recruitment efforts to the mental health psychiatrist position so I asked her to consider working part-time and she agreed to once again care for the mental health needs of Camrose and community," added Cherylyn. "Dr. Smith has worked full-time as she could not turn patients away in their time of need, never thinking of herself first." In 2009, she was the recipient of the St. Mary’s Hospital Sisters of Providence Award. "The nomination speaks volume of her dedication to the profession, faith and to her patients. Dr. Smith's drive has enabled her to create and maintain the

highly successful Psychiatric Program at St. Mary’s Hospital. Her membership as a Sisters of Providence Associate is held in high regard at St. Mary's and fitting with the traditions of the Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent De Paul of Kingston, Ontario, who founded Health Care in Camrose. I thank her for the dedication and faith in a profession where such compassionate care has not always been encouraged. She leads and inspires by example," said Cherylyn. Medical director Dr. Art Jaroni echoed the comments. "Through her many years of psychiatry service to patients in, and around the Camrose area, she pursued to achieve the best psychiatric program for St. Mary's. She tirelessly fought for patient care by ensuring integrated care by other physicians, nurses and support staff." Even Dr. Suna's patients can't say enough good things about her. "About 16 years ago, Dr. Suna became my psychiatrist. At that time in my life, I was in very great trouble. If it had not been for her I would not be here today," said Neal Williams. "She has assisted me in coping with my illness, bipolar, and I feel like she is a friend and the most caring and giving person I know. I will miss coming to see her. She has saved and improved hundreds of people's lives." Dr. Suna's other highlights in the community include teaching psychology at Camrose Lutheran College (now University of Alberta, Augustana Campus), serving as the medical director and consultant psychiatrist position at the Rosehaven Care Centre, and inputting some ideas from her thesis on elder abuse for her Master of Science in administration degree from Central Michigan University. Originally from Turkey, Dr. Suna started her medical training in Ankara, went to McGill University in Montreal on a scholarship and finished her medical training at the University of Alberta Hospital, where she met husband Alan.

Kidney Foundation campaign launch Feb. 21 By Dan Jensen

Shannon Willms will speak about her experience as a kidney donor when the Camrose chapter of the Kidney Foundation of Canada launches its annual fundraising campaign at the Norsemen Inn Feb. 21 (7 p.m.). Willms donated a kidney to her brother. "We're looking forward to hearing her story," said Camrose campaign team leader Erhard Pinno. "We're hoping that the information she provides will inspire others to find a way that they can help." The guest speaker for the launch will be Flavia Robles, executive director of the Kidney Foundation of Canada's Northern Alberta and Territories Branch. "She'll be talking about upcoming events and the differ-

ences the Kidney Foundation is making," said Pinno. Camrose residents and businesses have always been very generous in supporting the Kidney Campaign, which runs during Kidney Month, in March. The 2012 campaign raised $18,823 from residents and $8,000 from businesses, for a total of $26,823.50. The average donation by the 990 donors was $27. "We had an amazing campaign experience," said Pinno. Anyone who is interested in helping the campaign as a canvasser is encouraged to contact Pinno at 780-672-1629. "We are at 20 canvassers right now but I would like to have 10 more to bring the total number to 30," said Pinno. "With 30 canvassers we are able to do about two-thirds of the city."

Money donated to the Kidney Foundation of Canada is used to support medical research, patient services, organ donation, public education and Foundation development. "Thanks to the donations of Canadians we have seen several breakthroughs in the areas of transplantation," said Pinno. "People who have kidney disease are living longer than they were before." Body's chemists Kidneys perform crucial functions that affect every part of the body. As Dr. Homer W. Smith, in From Fish to Philosopher points out, "Bones can break, muscles can atrophy, glands can loaf, even the brain can go to sleep without immediate danger to survival. But should the kidneys fail, neither bones, muscles, glands nor brain could carry on.”

In addition to producing urine, kidneys regulate the body's salt, potassium and acid content and produce a variety of hormones that affect the way the organs function. One hormone produced by the kidneys stimulates the production of red blood cells. Others help regulate blood pressure and help the body process calcium. In addition to these functions, the kidneys remove waste products from the body, remove chemicals from the body, balance body fluids, release hormones that regulate blood pressure, and produce a form of vitamin D that promotes strong, healthy bones. The number of Canadians living with kidney disease is approximately two million. Causes of kidney failure The three leading causes of

kidney failure in new patients are diabetes (34 per cent), renal vascular disease (19 per cent), and glomerulonephritis (inflammation of the tiny filters in the kidney which clean the blood). Dialysis (both hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis) works by circulating the blood through a sophisticated system of filters that make up an artificial kidney. Toxins, wastes and excess fluids that would normally be eliminated by the body through urination are instead removed from the body through the artificial kidney filters. Signs of kidney disease include high blood pressure, puffiness of the eyes, hands and feet, fatigue, loss of appetite or weight, persistent overall itching, and changes in urine or bathroom habits.

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A Valentine’s Day to Remember

2013-2014 The Camrose Children’s Centre is now accepting E.C.S registrations for the 2013-2014 school year.

We are a licensed child care facility offering an excellent Kindergarten Program with: • Creative and effective teaching methods • Childcare before and after kindergarten • Half day program, 8:30 to 11:15 a.m., Monday to Friday • Transportation rebate for qualifying parents • Children must be 5 years old by March 1, 2014

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register on February 27th at the Camrose Aquatic Center from 6-8 pm. This is early registration and cost will be $300 per swimmer for the season. You can also register online prior to February 27th for the same fee at www.camroseswimclub.ca. After February 27th the registration fee will be $350 per swimmer.

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XOXO Sauvignon Blanc or Shiraz Cabernet to all my clients and friends I have had the pleasure of meeting and working with over these past nine years at Western Financial Group. As of February 1, 2013, I am no longer with the company and I would like to thank everyone for your business and support over the years. To my staff, I enjoyed working with each one of you and I will miss you all. Karen McFadyen

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Chamber of Commerce recaps a busy year By Dan Jensen

It's shaping up to be a busy year for the Camrose Chamber of Commerce. Newly installed Chamber president Jenn Filip told those attending the organization's annual meeting, at Camrose Regional Exhibition (CRE) Feb. 6, that the Chamber will continue the implementation of a strategic plan while focusing on the evolving needs of members. "The vision of the Chamber is to be a strong, collective voice committed to fostering a prosperous, vibrant and dynamic business community," said Filip. "We feel we have made great strides in this area with the variety of events, educational seminars and workshops over the past year, as well as new workshops being offered this year." Filip said the Chamber has taken on some new initiatives, such as the development of a new website to assist with member engagement and promotion, and will be looking at new initiatives and partnerships for a digital highway sign to create greater visibility for the Chamber and visitor information. Outgoing president Dawn Anderson said the Chamber has made strides in the past year and a half towards better value, greater exposure, more continuity and communication for all members. Anderson said she would much prefer to be open to new ideas and changes and feel the thrill of new experiences than to never see change or a blip in the radar. "Business, such as life, changes every day, and if we run our businesses and boards never open to new ideas or modern twists, shame on us, especially in this new era we are part of. Modern technology is changing at the speed of light so it seems. Tough to keep up but we have to try." Anderson's final challenge

Members of the Camrose Chamber of Commerce board of directors who were installed by Camrose Mayor Marshall Chalmers Feb. 6 were: (left to right, front) Julie Girdard, Tracey Leibel, Ashley Morton, Jennifer Filip (president), Tanya Fox (first vice president), Tony Metivier (second vice president), Dawn Anderson (past president). In the back row are (left to right) Paul Pedersen, Christine Dietz, Luke Norrie, Sebastian D E'schambeault, Sharon Anderson (executive director), Ray Telford (City of Camrose representative), Tom Chelmick, Kim Turre and Debbie Thompson. Missing from the photo were Greg Sharp, Jason Heise and County of Camrose representative Doug Lyseng.

was for the Chamber to take one thing, if not many things, and reevaluate its process and outcome. "Let's see how dynamic we can make our businesses and our lives for that matter. I feel a dynamic year coming on." Membership committee chair Tanya Fox reported that the Chamber membership committee will be conducting a membership drive in 2013 to introduce Chamber benefits to other Camrose and area businesses and to encourage prior members to come back to the Chamber. Fox also reported that a student membership option has been implemented to target Augustana students. A programs and education committee report noted that the Chamber received a workforce partnership grant for $10,000 from Alberta Work/Human Resources in October, 2012, to subsidize the cost of bringing in high calibre speakers on a variety of topics. A 100 anniversary legacy committee report indicated that

the 100th anniversary signage project commemorating both the historical and educational values of the sites identified was completed in the spring of 2012. "A total of 21 signs were installed, identifying points of Camrose history which exist within the Stoney Creek valley," said the report. "The information can be used by educators as a tool for studying Camrose and its history. It will also provide an additional interest to tourists in our city." Jaywalkers' Jamboree committee chair Jason Heise reported that the June 1 and 2 event exceeded the predicted goal of $19,000. "This was exceptionally good, as we had increased our budget revenue from $35,000 to $41,000 after having a successful 2011 Jaywalkers' Jamboree." A Small Business Week report showed the Chamber realized a net profit from the Small Business Week banquet in October. A Camrose Chamber of Commerce Big Valley Jamboree

(BVJ) parade report showed that the Chamber parade had a total of 107 entries. Chamber train committee chair Tom Chelmick reported the 2012 season for the Mirror Lake Express was the most successful ever. "Parades in Ryley, Bruderheim, Camrose, Ponoka and Macklin, Saskatchewan, and our award-winning entries in the Capital X parade in Edmonton and in Andrew made for a busy and successful season on the parade circuit, a vital part of the promotion of the County and the City of Camrose, and the Chamber of Commerce throughout Alberta," said Chelmick. The net profit from the train operations was $10,164.21. Chamber executive director Sharon Anderson reported that Chamber representatives attended the Alberta Chambers of Commerce Political Action Day in April, the Alberta Chambers of Commerce annual general meeting and plenary

sessions in May, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce annual general meeting in Hamilton, the Alberta Chambers of Commerce fall conference and deputy ministers' dinner in November, and the Alberta Chambers of Commerce ministers' dinner in December. "I also took part in the Alberta Chambers executives' summit in Brooks and the Canadian Chamber executives' conference which took place," said Anderson. "The opportunity provided by these events to share ideas and network with so many other Chambers at once is valuable as is the information and knowledge gained." The Camrose Visitor Information Centre welcomed visitors from more than 20 countries, including 4,000 from all corners of the United States. The Centre once again won AMMY awards for Best in Class – Facility Exterior Excellence; Best in Class, Facility Interior Excellence; and Best in Class – Customer Service, Counseling Excellence.

Crime Stoppers launches ticket sales for awareness night By Dan Jensen

Camrose and District Crime Stoppers launched the sale of tickets last week for its March 16 awareness night. The event will be held at the Camrose Resort Casino. "It's the one and only fundraiser we have during the year," said Crime Stoppers board member Bonnie Hasiuk. "The money we raise is used to pay reward money to those who provide tips that help police solve crimes." Tickets may be purchased at Camrose Police Service, Shocker Mechanical and Read Construction, as well as from any Crime Stoppers member. "Our goal is to sell at least 300 tickets," said Hasiuk. The event will include a dinner, a silent auction, improv type entertainment and a presentation by Ambere Rosborough, executive director of Crime Stoppers Edmonton and Northern Alberta. It will also feature the return of a sand pit, which was used by Crime Stoppers as an early fund-raiser. "We'll be giving people an opportunity to dig in the sand for semi precious stones being sup-

Purchasing the first tickets to the March 16 Camrose and District Crime Stoppers awareness night from Crime Stoppers board members Eunice Roth (left) and Bonnie Hasiuk (right) were Camrose Police Service deputy chief Lee Foreman (second from right) and Cst. Matthew Wilton.

plied by Richardson's Jewellery," said Hasiuk. Camrose Police Service will be setting up booths with information on the DARE, Victim Services, Wise Owls, forensics and K-9 program. Camrose and District Crime Stoppers has 11 members who meet during the noon hour the third Tuesday of every month at Camrose Police Station.

"We don't keep track in Camrose of the tips we receive every year but we know it is less than it was," said Hasiuk. "We are hoping through events like this awareness night we can let more people know what we are doing and gain their support." Camrose and District Crime Stoppers was formed in the mid 1980s. A 1986 report, following the first year of operation, showed that the organiza-

tion had received 22 tips which resulted in 12 cases being cleared, 12 charges being laid, five arrests, and the payment of five tips. The total value of property recovered was $4,500, while the total value of drugs seized was $300. Crime Stoppers is a program that allows a member of the community to provide anonymous information about criminal activity without being directly involved in the police investigation process. Tips may be provided by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or 1-800-222-TIPS or by visiting www.tipssubmit.com. "We are always seeking the public's assistance in information that could lead to the solving of a crime," said Camrose Police Service representative on the Crime Stoppers board, Cst. Matthew Wilton. "If a person provides a tip that leads to an arrest, he or she is eligible for a cash award." Unsolved crimes may be reenacted and shown on television or may be publicized in a newspaper or aired on the radio. Crime Stoppers was started in Albuquerque, New Mexico

when a Canadian-born Albuquerque police department detective reached a dead-end in a homicide investigation. Frustrated by the lack of clues, he appealed to a local television station and enlisted the station's cooperation in a re-enactment of the crime. The re-enactment was televised on a local newscast. The detective offered a reward out of his own pocket and a caller contacted the police the next day after seeing the re-enactment. The tip information was enough to lead police to the two men who were responsible. Within 72 hours of the re-enactment being aired, the police had solved the murder. So successful was this first effort, the program was continued and expanded. The Crime Stoppers program has enjoyed great world-wide success boasting hundreds of thousands of crimes being solved and billions in stolen property and narcotics has been seized. Today, there are over 1,400 Crime Stoppers programs in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, South Africa, Bahamas, and other nations.

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Date Location Wednesday, February 27 Rosalind School Thursday, February 28 Lougheed School Please note both meetings will begin at 7:00 p.m.

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Once all the decision making with regards to their wedding day has been put to rest, couples must make financial decisions before or shortly after walking down the aisle. After deciding on everything from the guest list to music to menus, couples may not be in the mood to do any more planning when everything has been put in place for their wedding day. But financial planning is best done as soon as possible. “Financial planning isn’t just a one-time meeting. It begins with a comprehensive review of your tax, insurance, estate, investment and retirement goals. What better way to start your life together than sitting down and getting it all on paper to begin to head in the direction as a unit. Data shows that Canadians at any age and income level can benefit from having a financial advisor," said Kjeryn Davis, Investors Group executive associate consultant. "Why not start with a solid financial footing? Life changes and so will your plans. Having someone to help you through the financial maze and curve balls will make your relationship even stronger and your net worth higher.” Perhaps the best place for you to start when discussing finances is your respective thoughts toward money. Discussing your resources and your financial goals is imperative to establishing a relationship where each of you becomes more responsible or more flexible with your finances. It’s also a good thing to discuss if you’d like to combine bank accounts, or if you’d just like to continue on with your own personal accounts. Joint accounts can give you both easy access to funds, while also increasing the likelihood that you’ll avoid fees, as your joint account will boast a higher balance and earn more interest on the combined savings. Keeping your own personal

Along with continuing what has become a comfort level with respect to your own personal finances, by keeping your own accounts, you’re also maintaining some level of independence as well. “One of the biggest risks that hang over your financial success is whether or not you have the ability to earn an income. Canada is one of the only countries in the world that will offer a return of premium on Disability and

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Critical Illness insurance. If you don’t make a claim, you can get all, or part of the premiums back. You will spend your life saving for retirement," explained Kjeryn. "I know, and I have seen that if you, your spouse or child has a disability or critical illness you would spend anything to make sure they are okay. That includes taking all of your savings out to get them the best treatment possible. One of the four cornerstones of a sound financial plan includes insurance. Protect you and your family and get an insurance review done. It can happen to you, but I hope when it does I can say at least you don’t have to worry about money when you receive the tax free benefit from your policy.” Health insurance is also a decision most newlyweds have to

the knot. Since most people are covered by employer-sponsored plans, combining policies can often be a less expensive way to go without sacrificing any health benefits. Typically, one policy that adds a spouse as a dependent is less expensive than two separate policies with no dependents. While health insurance is a chief concern, newlyweds also need to consider whether or not life insurance is an avenue down which they want to travel. Particularly for newlyweds who have recently purchased a house together, life insurance could be a necessity to ensure that one spouse can still afford to make the mortgage payments should the other pass away. If you already have children, life insurance is a necessity. Also, if either spouse has any pre-existing policies, they should be updated as soon as possible after the wedding to list the spouse as a beneficiary. Examining the things you own is also something couples need to consider, particularly if you already own a home. If you have expensive jewelry, for instance, increase your homeowner’s insurance to add extra protection. Also, with respect to auto insurance, oftentimes combining policies is the most costeffective way to go. Typically, insurance companies lower premiums with each car added onto the policy. Many auto insurance companies also view married couples as safer drivers, which also leads to lower premiums. Finally, the last and perhaps most difficult financial decision to make is whether or not to get a prenuptial agreement. For many couples, prenups are irrelevant. But for couples who already have substantial assets or children from a previous marriage, a pre-nup can be the best way to protect their children and money should they pass away prematurely or end up divorced.

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GINGERBREAD HOUSE WINNER Frieda Thompson, of the Camrose and District Farmers' Market, presents a $100 bill to Nancy Goebel (right), of Augustana, winner of the Farmers' Market's gingerbread house decorating contest. Goebel donated the money to Habitat for Humanity.

Throughout your life, many opportunities and choices will arise that have financial implications – both for the short and long term. Looking at these opportunities in the context of your overall financial situation and plan will help you ask the right questions so you can better understand the issues and make the best financial choices. The following is a summary of some common financial planning-related information that you can use as a handy reference. Any values noted are for 2013. Prior to implementing any tax planning strategies, a qualified tax advisor should be consulted about the tax implications specific to your situation. Retirement Maximum CPP/QPP benefit at age 65, is $1,012.50 per month. Maximum CPP/ QPP benefit at age 60, CPP is $684.45 per month (32.44 per cent max reduction) QPP

is $708.75 per month (30 per cent max reduction). Maximum CPP contribution – employer and employee – is $2,356.20 each annually. Maximum CPP contribution for self-employed is $4,712.40 annually. YMPE (Yearly Maximum Pensionable Earnings is $51,100, maximum OAS benefit for Q1 is $546.07 per month, OAS clawback rate is $0.15 for every $1 of net income above $70,954; the full OAS is eliminated at a net income of $114,640 or higher and CANSIM rate 2.2 per cent (minimum rate for provinces is still six per cent). RRSP — maximum annual deduction limit was $22,970 for 2012 and $23,820 for 2013 Maximum annual RESP contribution Unlimited annual up-to-lifetime maximum of $50,000 per beneficiary. Annual RESP contribution for maximum CESG, 20 per cent of first $2,500 per beneficiary equals CESG up to $500 plus 20 per cent of next $2,500

per beneficiary if carryforward room is available equals additional CESG up to $500 (Maximum annual CESG = $1,000/ year/beneficiary). EI — maximum annual premium $891.12 and insured earnings of $47,400. Basic personal tax exemption $11,038 (base), $1,656 (credit). Federal tax brackets and rates based on taxable income Taxable income Federal rate is $0 to $43,561, 15 per cent; $43,562 to$87,123, 22 per cent; $87,124 to $135,054, 26 per cent; $135,055 and over, 29 per cent. If you have questions on any of the issues in this article, please speak with your advisor. The material is intended as a general source of information only, and should not be construed as offering specific tax, legal, financial or investment advice. Financial planning services and investment advice are provided by Royal Mutual Funds.

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By Dan Jensen

Style and technology come together in a bold new way in the 2013 Ford Edge at Lamb Ford Sales, Camrose. "Our customers are going to love it," said Lamb Ford Sales sales manager Brett Read. "It is definitely a vehicle that stands out above the crowd." Performance The 3.5 litre V6 produces 285 horsepower and 253 lb.-ft. of torque, while the 3.7 litre twin-independent variable cam timing V6 delivers 305 horsepower and 280 lb.-ft. of torque, all on regular fuel. Both engines are teamed with a six-speed automatic transmission. The SelectShift automatic transmission is standard on the Edge SEL and Limited series. SelectShift gives the driver total control over gear selection and performance. Upshifts, for instance, are not commanded at redline, and downshifts are allowed at the lowest gear possible as defined by the engine. When a lower gear is selected while descending a long downhill grade, SelectShift will hold that gear until the driver manually upshifts, or returns to the fully automatic setting. A new 2.0 litre EcoBoost I-4 engine delivers 15 per cent fuel economy improvements over the 3.5 litre V6 when mated to a six-speed transmission. "The engine offers the performance feel of a sixcylinder," said Read. Driving experience Eighteen-inch tires, standard on the Edge SEL and Edge Limited, provide a more engaging steering feel. Twenty-inch tires are optional on Edge Limited, while Edge Sport has class-exclusive 22-inch wheels standard. Shocks, springs and the stabilizer bar have been adjusted to tighten handling. The shocks now feature a high-flow piston, which allows engineers to tune for both road loads and driving dynamics, without compromising ride for handling, or vice versa. The result is a

flatter response through turns and over hills, while still providing a comfortable ride. Brake related features include Hill Start Assist, which reduces rollback on hills, Trailer Sway Control, which provides greater towing stability when equipped for trailer tow, Hydraulic Brake Assist, which provides greater braking force in emergency stops, and Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning with Brake Support, which helps reduce speed and automatically pre-charges brakes and engages an electronic brake assist system to help drivers stop more quickly when the system detects a collision is imminent. Interior The Ford Edge SE is well equipped with clothtrimmed seats and single-zone manual air conditioning. The SEL gets unique cloth-trimmed seats, a six-way driver seat, and dual-zone electronic automatic temperature control. MyFord Touch driver connect technology provides

a smarter, safer, simpler way to connect drivers with incar technologies and their digital lives. It replaces traditional vehicle buttons, knobs and gauges with clear, crisp LEC screens and five-way controls like those found on cell phones and MP3 playCraig Beddoes ers. Two 4.2-inch full-colour Lamb Ford Sales LCD screens flank an analogue speedometer and an eight-inch touch-screen LCD at the top of the centre stack. A five-way switch on each side of the steering wheel crossbar controls the information displayed on the corresponding instrument panel screens. The screens can be personalized to display information relevant to each individual driver using a simple button click, voice command or touch-screen tap. Safety The advanced Personal Safety System uses sophisticated sensors to optimize deployment of the dual-stage front airbags in certain frontal collisions. Front-seat side airbags deploy in certain side-impact collisions, while the Safety Canopy system increases protection with a rollover sensor and side-curtain airbags. Each standard sideview mirror features an integrated convex blind spot mirror that helps identify vehicles and objects nearby, so you can avoid them. So that you and your passengers can be easily located, the SOS Post-Crash Alert System will automatically flash the hazard lights and sound the horn after an airbag has deployed or a safety belt pretensioner has activated in certain collisions. Warranty The basic warranty on Ford Edge is three years or 60,000 km. The Powertrain Limited Warranty is five years or 100,000 km.

See the 2013 Ford Edge at Lamb Ford Sales, Highway 13 East, Camrose. Phone (780) 672-2411, or toll free 1-800-994-9953.

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CARS AND TRUCKS DADS - LOOKING FOR A CAR WITHOUT A BACK SEAT? Count on our classifieds. We match up buyers and sellers. The Camrose Booster, phone 780-672-3142. CHEVROLET EPICA 4-DOOR SEDAN – Black exterior with grey leather interior. Loaded. Well maintained, clean and in great condition! 133,800 km. Asking $7,000. Call 780-672-3530 or 780679-7022, ask for Sid or Mable. 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN – Loaded, 27,000 km. Ph. 780-373-2675. 2008 CHEV COBALT LT – Four-door, 75,000 km., warranty to 160,000 km. $9,500. 780-619-5185.

1982 TOYOTA 4X4 – Interested? Call Dennis Ramstad, 780-6721590. 1994 FORD RANGER – 4 cyl., 137,000 km., $2,700 obo. Also, 1982 AMC Eagle 4x4, excellent collector’s car, $1,500 obo. Ph. 780878-4723. 2001 CHEV S10 – Ext. cab, V6, very good condition, 145,000 km. $4,000 obo. Ph. 780-608-6155.

BOATS, RVs and CAMPERS LOVE CAMPING, BUT TIRED OF SHOVELLING SNOW OFF THE AWNING IN MAY? Say goodbye to your Gulfstream! Move it fast with a Camrose Booster classified. Phone 780-672-3142.

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Our special Valentines Melissa, Ava, Amy, Megan, Isabelle! ♥ Grandma & Grandpa

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Happy Hawaiian Valentine’s Day Kam! Love Hope

Teresa I Love You! Brent

Happy Valentine’s to the world’s best Mom! Love Mark & Amy

Tiny Love you kido! Love Mamma Bear

Sammy, will you be mine, now and forever after? ~ Matty

Love my special Valentines! Aidan, Tanner & Alexis Love Grandma S.

Keaton & Nolan Love you to the moon and back! ~ Nana

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Mary, Mary you’re so FINE, you’ll always be my Valentine!

Grandma & papa and granny & grandpa we love you! Kyler, kobe, presley

Love you David and Lily ♥ Love Mom

SAS Always there! Thanx! Dug

Be my Valentines Nikki, Melissa & Blair Love Grandma S.

I love you to the moon and back, Crockett!

With all my love Honey From your Bunny

I love you, HOOGIES! ~ Mommy

Daddy Love you … Montreal! Love Skippy

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To Auntie Cheryl ~ You’ll always be my favorite! Love Klayton

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Donny ~ You’re the missing piece to my puzzle! ♥ Love Terry

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Layne and Natalie You fill my heart with joy! ~ Love, Granny

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Police cracking down on distracted drivers By Dan Jensen

Not everyone is getting the message that distracted driving is against the law. "We're still handing out tickets to people who we see talking on their phones, texting or reading maps while they are behind the wheel," said Cst. Mike Kuster, of the Camrose Police Service traffic division. "I just stopped someone today on my way back to work." Camrose Police Service will be keeping a special lookout for distracted drivers during the month of February as part of the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP). "We want to get the message across that this is not acceptable," said Cst. Kuster. The distracted driving legislation implemented by the provincial government on September 1, 2011, restricts drivers from using hand-held cell phones, texting or e-mailing, using electronic devices like laptop computers, video games, cameras or video entertainment displays, entering information on GPS units, reading printed materials, writing, printing or sketching, and personal grooming. The legislation complements the current driving without due care and attention legislation, and applies to all vehicles as defined by the Traffic Safety Act, including bicycles. The fine for driving while distracted is $172. Research indicates that driver distraction contributes to 20 to 30 per cent of all collisions and distracted drivers are three times more likely to be involved in a collision than attentive drivers. "Distracted driving literally impairs your driving ability," said Cst. Kuster. "One of the things I tell people when I pull them over is that the safest thing for them to do if they need to send a text or make a phone call is to pull over to the side or stop in a parking lot. That, now, is the only safe and legal way to do it." The Traffic Safety Act allows police to charge a driver who permits anything, including a pet, to occupy the front seat of the vehicle such that it interferes with the driver's access to the vehicle controls and the safe operation of the vehicle. The Act also allows police to charge a driver who permits anything, including a pet, to cause any obstruction to the driver's clear vision in any direction.

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Bethany Group staff upgrade CPR, first aid By Dan Jensen

Sixteen staff at The Bethany Group took a few hours last week to update their First Aid and CPR skills. The Bethany Group books training courses for staff at its designated supportive living sites and lodges to ensure they know how to react in emergency situations. "Everyone needs to have a first aid certificate and renew it every three years," said The Bethany Group educational assistant Jill Moores. "We usually try to have a course every three months." The instruction for the course was provided by Myles Swann, of Cygnet Ventures, in Sherwood Park, a part-time firefighter who has been teaching first aid for the last 15 years. "I teach them CPR, what to do if someone is choking, how to recognized signs and symptoms of different illnesses, and how to manage bleeding, things like that," said Swann. Swann feels there is more of a demand for CPR and first aid courses today than there has in the past. "I have a lot of clients from different organizations. I think everyone should learn it because it saves lives. It is one thing that lay people can do to potentially save a life." Swann gets a good feeling when former students tell him how they have been able to put

Colleen Cornell and Mary Lafrance practice their CPR skills during an Emergency First Aid and Level A CPR training session.

to the test the instruction he has provided. "Employees at a company in Edmonton were able to test their skills about a week after I conducted the course. The employees told me afterwards that everything just fell right into place. They couldn't believe how easy it was."

Crossroads Day Program employee Doreen Grue believes it is very important to be able to brush up on first aid and CPR skills. "It is very worthwhile to have the knowledge," said Grue. "You never know when you are going to need it." Tania Clemens, who works

at Rosealta, Stoney Creek and Bethany, said the skills taught by Swann will give her the confidence of knowing how to react in any type of emergency situation. "The skills are important to have when you are working with the elderly but they are just as important when you go home to your family."

City expresses concern over possible ambulance cancellation By Dan Jensen

City manager Damian Herle was a little taken aback when he received a call from the central zone director for Alberta Health Services Emergency Medical Services telling him the decision to cancel the peak hours EMS unit in Camrose was being reviewed. "The information that the decision was reversed came as news to me of course because I wasn't aware that a decision was made to decrease service levels within the Camrose area," said Herle in a presentation to City council Feb. 4. "I wasn't advised of the logic for reversing the decision and I wasn't provided an awful lot of logic as to why the decision was made to cancel the peak hours car." A media statement issued Jan. 31 by Kerry Bales. senior vice president of the AHS Central Zone, said the decision to suspend use of the third ambulance during peak times in the Camrose service area was premature and that it is his responsibility, as zone leader, to find out if this is the right decision. "The use of this third ambulance during peak times will continue as we will be conducting a further review of ambulance calls and response times in the Camrose area before making a final decision," said Bales. "The first priority in any health care decision is quality of patient care – that will guide the final decision."

The third ambulance, or "peak hours" car, is staffed during the daytime Monday to Friday. "It was structured and set up to provide an additional ambulance service during peak times," said Herle. "EMS, at least when the City was involved with the provision of ambulance service, did an awful lot of transfers to the Edmonton area hospitals and certainly, those transfers were done mainly during the day." Herle told council he has expressed concern to AHS about the possibility of the unit being removed from service. "I advised them that when municipalities were responsible for the provision of EMS services that the City/County Ambulance Authority and the respective councils approved and supported adding the peak hours car to our service delivery, and that there was data supporting the addition of the peak hours car. "It was a result of the calls for the service and the number of transfers we were doing." Herle also requested data from AHS EMS in terms of calls for service and response times. "I am not sure what I will receive from AHS in that regard," said Herle, "but I have asked for it." Herle noted that the cancellation of the unit could have a potential impact on the Camrose fire service. "Camrose Fire Depart-

ment is currently asked to assist with EMS calls. I think there are times where it is appropriate that we try to assist as an emergency service and there are other times where we are called off before we arrive on the scene. Our people are part-time/volunteers. They may be getting out of bed at all hours of night or responding from their place of work, which their employer will allow them to do. In many cases they are called off or they arrive on the scene to find out that EMS is present and that the fire department is not needed. That is not in each and every situation but it certainly happens far too frequently. If the service levels are going to be decreased this may very well be placing a further impact on the part-time volunteer fire service." Mayor Marshall Chalmers said he has been in contact with Minister Olson regarding the issue. "He (Olson) has in fact spoken with (Alberta Health) Minister (Fred) Horne on the issue and expressed his strong opposition to the changes in levels of service," said Chalmers. "He advised that Minister Horne is reviewing the decisions that were made and will be having a further meeting this week to go over the impact that decision would have on our community." Mayor Chalmers said he will be crafting a letter to Minister Horne in the near future.

FABRIC SCULPTING A Fabric Sculpting course will be offered at the Chuck MacLean Arts Centre as part of the arts and recreation program. The class starts on Feb. 23 and you can sign up by calling Jane Cherry-Lemire at 780-6729949 by Feb. 15.

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Augustana women's team learns from first basketball loss this year By Murray Green

The Augustana Vikings women's basketball winning streak came to a crashing halt during a bad first quarter in Grande Prairie on Feb. 1. For the first time this season the opposition outplayed the Vikings 27-15 in the opening frame. "We didn't come out ready to play. Maybe we were a little too comfortable," said Vikings guard Monique Jarrett. "We have to give to Grande Prairie, they came out hard and were not intimidated at all. They shot really well and played great defence. We just didn't step up to the plate." Once Augustana settled into the game, the club out-scored the lady Wolves 20-15, 20-19 and 17-15 in the three remaining quarters, but it wasn't enough in the 76-72 loss. The fact that the loss was suffered at the hands of an average team didn't make it any easier. "It was a good learning experience for us. We forgot what it was like to lose and it stung a bit," added Monique. "Grande Prairie kept us accountable and showed us that if we don't come out to play, we don't deserve to win. It shows we have

to play a full game, no matter who the opponent is." The loss still leaves the Vikings in first place, ahead of the King's University squad Augustana beat the previous weekend. "It shows us what we need to work on. I'd rather get that loss out now than learn a tough lesson in the knockout stages of the playoffs," added Monique. "We want to use that loss to rally us to play our best basketball for the rest of the season and in the playoffs." Coach Leanne Shenton kept asking the players if they were ready to go prior to the opening whistle in Grande Prairie. "It was like she knew something and its funny how she can read us. And then they came out and smacked us in the face," said Monique. "It showed us that we need to work on the mental preparation part of our game more so than certain technical skills. We did give up some open shots. Most teams will miss some, but Grande Prairie was focused and we need to be ready for that. We need full intensity for 40 minutes." Augustana made sure it didn't

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Monique Jarrett of the Augustana Vikings moves in on a SAIT Trojans defender in Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference basketball action. The playoffs will be held in Camrose on Feb. 28 to March 3.

happen again when it defeated the Wolves 94-75 in the second game of the weekend series on Feb. 2. "We won by scoring more points and our offence was stronger. But when you look at it, they scored just as many points in the second game. We still need to tighten up our defence a little and not give up those extra points. We still eased up and we need to push for the entire game. We can't just talk. We need to put it down on the court and keep teams under 50 or 60 points," explained Monique. "We can't just say we are going to play defence; we have to do it." Augustana will be hosting the playoff tournament Feb. 28 to March 2 in Camrose. "We are excited about hosting the playoff tournament because we love our gym and fans," said Monique. "Camrose is a tight-knit community and it is great to have everyone supporting us. We want to use the excitement from the crowd as fuel, to play as hard as we can." The Vikings have grown and improved along with Monique. "In my first year, we had about five wins. The second year we squeaked into the playoffs and the third year played well and lost out in the playoff tournament. This is the year to win the championship. To do it in my final year at home is exciting." What is more exciting is the fact that the Vikings are doing it as a team. "Kari Kubinec, Taryn Story and Kelsey Lund take turns leading in scoring to make it hard on defences to stop us. All three are elite athletes, so it is hard to key on all three at once. Lately though, Kelsey has really played well. She has been our rock." Kelsey Lund was named ACAC player of the week for the end of January. However, she had an even better week by scoring 24 points and 33 points against the Grande Prairie Wolves on Feb. 1 and 2.

Skating club attracts British champ

By Dan Jensen

Eight-time British Men's skating champion Steven Cousins will be the feature performer at the Camrose Skating Club's ice show at EnCana Arena March 23. "This is something that is really big for the community and for the Camrose Skating Club," said ice show coordinator Sara Zylka. "In the skating world he is known as British royalty. He has competed at all the world events and the Olympics, and just got back from skating for the queen at the Diamond Jubilee celebrations." Zylka messaged Cousins and several of her other friends in the skating world, asking if they would autograph something for the show, or, if they weren't too busy, be a guest skater. "I couldn't believe it when Steven called me back and said that he was free that weekend," said Zylka. Cousins' performance will fit well with the theme of the ice show, The British Invasion. "He will be performing one of the routines he does for Stars on Ice with Kurt Browning, as well

as an Austin Powers skit with the competitive girls," said Zylka. He will also be doing a seminar before the show starts with the Camrose Skating Club's competitive skaters and adults. The British Invasion ice show will feature all 200 of the Camrose Skating Club's members who range in age from three to adult. A special highlight, in addition to the appearance by Cousins, will be a skate by the Teletubbies, a group of 35 three-year-olds. "They are going to be dressed as cartoon characters and they should be hilarious," said Zylka. "I wouldn't be too surprised if they wind up stealing the show from Steve." The show will also be a chance to see the combined adult (formerly the Camrose Rusty Blades) and youth synchronized skating team, which Zylka coaches. The team has been practicing for over a year, but has yet to decide on a name. "They're getting their program ready and are excited about showing off what they can do," said Zylka. Camrose Skating Club is

doing something different for this year's ice show in that it is selling VIP tickets. "The people who buy the VIP tickets get reserved seating in a section of the EnCana arena, lanyard passes and a free program, as well as a chance to meet our guest skater at the end," said Zylka. "We're also going to have a little banquet in the arena." Anyone who is interested in volunteering for the ice show is encouraged to contact Zylka at godncr@hotmail.com. Along with its offerings for beginners and synchronized skaters, Camrose Skating Club provides CanSkate, Can PowerSkate, junior development, competitive junior and senior StarSkate and CanPowerSkate programs. CanSkate is Skate Canada's flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for beginners of all ages, in which the focus is on fun, participation and basic skill development. CanPowerSkate focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance skills, all of which are especially important for hockey and ringette players.

In loving memory of

Francis Johny Bobik February 13, 1943 – January 11, 2013 The Lord has called on you and given to you All that you asked for in this world. PEACE A quality which you have bestowed on everyone you touched in this life. Our lives will be forever enlightened by your selfless efforts, made even in your own trying times. We accept that we cannot ask you to stay with us, as you were called to the House of the Lord for an even greater task. Knowing this and being a part of your life on earth leaves us all with great pride. When you meet our Heavenly Father, we know that you will greet Him with words that we all cherish and hold in our hearts and look forward to hearing you speak, when we meet again. “Hello, my friend” – by Jason Cordel Happy 70th Birthday, Dad in Heaven Love Jason, Frances #2, Frances #3, Marianne and Leona In memory of

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Agnes Jean McKay of Daysland, AB passed away on Sunday, February 3, 2013 at the age of 87 years. Left to cherish her memory are her children Debra Anne (Don) Drissell of Fort Saskatchewan, Wayne (Lynn) of Victoria, BC, Dennis (Cindy) of Malahat, BC and Alvin (Debbie) of Camrose; grandchildren Cheri and Leah; and one sister Flo Cole of Oregon. Agnes was predeceased by her husband Bob and one sister Betty Hinchcliffe. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 11, 2013 at the Daysland Cemetery with Mary Ann Pastuck officiating. Inurnment will take place in Daysland Cemetery. If family and friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the Edmonton Humane Society or to the Canadian Cancer Society. To send condolences please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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Kenneth George Astle

Herman Atema Herman Atema was born in Edmonton to William and Sara Atema on August 21, 1915 and passed away peacefully at Birch Cottage, Bethany in Camrose February 1, 2013 at the age of 97 years. He resided in Edmonton until the age of four when his parents moved to Carvel, Alberta. They farmed at Carvel until he was 11 years old, at which time his sister Martha took ill with spinal meningitis and they had to move to Edmonton for her medical treatment. In 1929, the family purchased the Grundberg homestead north of Armena where he farmed with his Dad until 1940 when his parents and sister moved to Victoria. He married Ruby Lyseng on June 8, 1941 and they farmed and lived on that land until August 6, 2009 when their home burned. He spent his remaining years in Camrose. He enjoyed water skiing until well into his 70s. During the last years on the farm he was a passionate berry picker, especially raspberries from his patch. Ruby got very good at making wine from those berries. He harvested wild mint from a meadow for their tea, and always made sure they had plenty of garden produce. He and Ruby spent many winters RVing in southern California. His favourite pastime was riding his little Honda 70 to shop for bargains, scrounge for produce and pick raisins. Sometimes Ruby rode on the back. Although he was very careful with his money, he never hesitated to help out relatives, friends and acquaintances. He is survived by his loving wife, Ruby; children Janice (Terry) Grundberg of Whitecourt, Bill (Elsie) of Camrose, and Fred (Debbie) of Hay Lakes; 13 grandchildren; and 24 great-grandchildren. He is predeceased by his parents William and Sara; his only sibling Martha; and one grandson Russel Hansen. A funeral service was held on Wednesday February 6, 2013 at 1:30 p.m. from Camrose Kingdom Hall with Mr. Tom Roy Leslie officiating. Memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome. com.

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Kenneth George Astle, oldest son of George and Faith Astle, was born on November 22, 1926 in Milk River, Alberta and passed away peacefully on Monday, February 4, 2013 in Daysland, Alberta. Ken grew up in Milk River/Coutts area and worked on the family dairy farm. He found his opportunity to leave by joining the army at the age of 17. He married the love of his life, Evelyn Moore, in 1948 and spent the next 30 years working in the oilfield. For the majority of those years, he worked for Dowell creating lifelong friendships and lived in various towns in Alberta and Saskatchewan. In 1980, he moved to the Daysland/Strome area, making it his home for the past 30+ years. He would attend his children’s ice carnivals, or whatever sport they were involved in, when he was not away working. Next generation … and having more time, he was the greatest fan of whatever the grandchildren were involved in. Be it dance recitals or sporting events, he would always be there if he could, even travelling to BC to watch a baseball or hockey game. When he was not spending time with his family or travelling around with his trailer, he could be found reading a western or watching sports (baseball or football) on TV. He did more and more of this after his wife moved to Killam Long Term Care. Having to be separated these past few years made them both very lonely. There to greet him in Heaven are his parents George and Faith; his sister Shirley Stawinski; grandchildren Ken B. Astle, Cheryl McKinnon and Drew Ashmore; sister-in-law June Mohr; and brothers-in-law Clement Boisjoli, Al Batchelor, Ray Moore and John Stawinski. Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 64 years, Evelyn; his children Ron (Edie) Astle of Ft. Saskatchewan, Linda (Wade) Ashmore of Fox Creek, Faye (Jock) Eckenswiller of Canyon Creek, Lynne (Scott) Davey of Camrose, and Ken (Iris) Astle of Strome; 10 grandchildren; 14 greatgrandchildren; brothers Henry (Norma) Astle of Calgary, and Rod (Sheila) Astle of Kamloops, BC; sisters-in-law Mavis Boisjoli of Ft. Saskatchewan, Gwen Batchelor of St. Albert, and Delores Moore of Ft. Saskatchewan; brother-in-law Irwin Mohr of Ft. Saskatchewan; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Ken’s family would like to thank the staff and friends at Providence Place and the doctors, nurses and staff at Daysland Hospital for the care he received. Thank you to all who were there for us at this time, for your kind words and thoughts and to those who brought food. It was all greatly appreciated. As per Ken’s wishes, there will be no funeral and his ashes will be spread at a later date. Donations may be made to the Aplastic Anemia Association, Diabetes Association or to a charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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Katie & Evan ~ Be our beautiful Valentines! Love Papa & Grandma

Dear Cody ~ Never forget! I love you and Jesus does too!

Charlene ~ Happy Valentine’s Day! Love you with all my heart! A.R.T.

Amittai ~ We love you to the moon and back! Papa & Muga

Love to Grandma & Grandpa on Valentine’s Day! ~ Braxyn

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Lindsey Marie ~ Love you with all my heart! Love Raymond

We ♥ Juliana ~ Mama & Daddy

Wishing my Aunties, Uncles, and Korben a Happy Valentine’s Day!

I love you Mikey! K.S.

Happy Valentine’s Day Daddy! Lots of love ~ Brax & Mom

Happy Valentine’s Day Angelina, Richard, Eric ~ Love Mom

Alan ~ I love you more! Sheri

Evan ~ We love you and are proud of you! Muga & Papa

Mom & Dad love Brax on Valentine’s Day and everyday!

To my beautiful Grandchildren, Charlotte & Gage! ~ Love Gramma

Honey ~ Be our Valentine! Love H and T

KMK-K ~ I love you more each day! ~ BMK

Carley ~ We love you so much! Grandpa & Grandma

I’m going to Gramma’s! ♥ Molson

We ♥ Mina ~ Mama & Daddy

Happy Valentine’s to my beautiful wife, Cara, my handsome boy, Jonathan!

Jessalyn ♥ Papa Ron & Grandma Laura

Happy Valentine’s Day Bashaw School!

Big Sister Margie ♥ Little Sister ~ Happy V Day

Happy Valentine’s Day to our favorite Postie! Love your 3 girls

Evan & Kaelyn love Grandpa & Grandma, Muga & Papa!

Happy Valentine’s Mac ~ You make my ♥ smile! xoxo Granny C.

Toby ~ I love you forever! Love Rosa

Happy Valentine’s Day Grandpa Ray! Love Taylor and Chloe

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Exceptional value opportunity with this home in the Cascades

Trevor Van Leeuwen

By Murray Green

You'll be impressed with this brand new open concept European design home with plenty to offer a growing family. It is located in the new Cascades subdivision. Live in style with this 1,620 square foot two-story home close to the Cornerstone shopping area, a playground, walking trails and the Camrose Golf Course. The attractive laminate flooring, quality workmanship and huge bright windows offers a great atmosphere for your entire family. The vast inviting living room leads to the dining area and the wonderfully large kitchen. The kitchen features rich tones in cabinetry, ample counter space, an eating bar, built-in desk or computer work station and four modern appliances. A main floor laundry area includes a handy built-in sink, a full size washer and dryer, and plenty of space for working. It

has easy access to the attached double garage. A front two-piece bathroom near the entrance is another good feature. An attractive staircase leads to the well designed upper level that offers a private master bedroom with a big walk-in closet and a five-piece en suite with a soaker tub, enclosed shower, double sink and large private vanity. Two more good-sized bedrooms with large windows have incredible views of the area. A four- piece main bathroom completes the level. The basement can potentially be developed to include a family area, bedroom and bathroom. It also houses the high efficiency furnace and hot water systems. The exterior features exciting earth tones. A beautiful south facing veranda with stone accents is a great place for enjoying the sunshine. You will enjoy

the low maintenance yard and a rear attached insulated double garage. Extra wide concrete walkways and concrete driveway are an added bonus. An open house for this exceptional home at 7020-49A Avenue will be held on Saturday, February 16, from 2 to 4 p.m. It is attractively priced to sell at $309,900. For a personal tour contact Trevor Van Leeuwen today at: RE/MAX Accord 780-781-8973 cell or trevorvlmax@gmail.com

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Eight-year-old Andrew Menzel aims for a balloon to pop during a dart game at a fun carnival night. The OLMP Interact Leadership Club raised more than $3,814 at a Pasta Carnival Night on Feb. 1. Several members of the club will be going on a mission trip to Belize during spring break. The carnival had games to play, prizes, musical entertainment, clowns, face painting, silent auction items and a pasta meal.

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Kodiaks ground Eagles, move up in national junior rankings By Murray Green

Four straight victories for the Camrose Kodiaks have moved the team into the second overall position in the Alberta Junior Hockey League. While Camrose edged the Calgary Mustangs 4-3 and beat the Canmore Eagles in back to back games in the EnCana Arena on Feb. 1 and 2, the northern division leading Spruce Grove Saints have lost seven in a row. "Things are going well for us right now, but we are not getting complacent though," said defenceman Luc Lemire. "We want to keep winning because Okotoks has been winning as well. We want to separate that gap. As long as we keep winning, we will be fine and control our own fate. We want to finish in second place. Home ice is important in the playoffs, even if champions have to learn to win on the road." Scotty McWilliam, of NHL Central Scouting, ranks the Brooks Bandits as the best team in the Canadian Junior Hockey League. He also selected Camrose as the second best Alberta team and ranks the Kodiaks in 18th place overall in Canada. "It is nice to be ranked, but it doesn't mean too much," said Luc. "We were ranked early in the season too. Playoffs are what counts and that is the time to prove yourself."

AJHL player of the week Tanner MacMaster of the Kodiaks has been leading the bears. MacMaster garnered three goals and six points in the three consecutive victories for the Kodiaks. He was also named the star of the game in two of the three games. The rookie leads the Kodiaks in scoring with 45 points and the 17-year-old is also the top scoring rookie in the league. The Kodiaks scored three goals in the second period, after an even 1-1 opening frame, to break the game open against the Mustangs. Calgary brought the horses in the third, but it was too little, too late. "We may have had a couple of breakdowns, but the team has played well in close games this year," explained Luc. "We definitely have to know how to hold the league in the playoffs." Nolan Marshall garnered the first two tallies for the Kodiaks to put the bears on track. Scott Ferguson, on an unassisted play, and Connor Mailey contributed the other markers. Devin McDonald stopped 22 of 25 shots he faced in the Camrose net. "We are watching a lot of video and our practices are high tempo, so we prepare for the playoffs. We are working out in the morning – doing what we can to prepare," added Luc. "We want

the extra edge heading into playoffs." Camrose defeated the Eagles 6-2 in the first meeting and then tightened the defence to win 5-1 in the rematch. MacMaster scored two goals and added an assist to get the Kodiaks on track in the game. Camrose started a little shaky and found itself even at 2-2 in the first period. Then it was all Kodiaks. After Nelson Gadoury and Brett Njaa scored in the first, Ty Clay, MacMaster with two and Scott Ferguson provided the rest of the offence. The Kodiaks outshot Canmore 32-17. Matt Gibney stopped two of four shots and was replaced by Devin McDonald who was perfect with 13 saves on 13 shots. Although the bears started slowly, the team rallied with five straight tallies in the rematch. The Eagles opened the scoring in the second period when they caught Camrose napping in the first 19 seconds. That wake-up call was all the Kodiaks needed. Njaa scored twice to lead the bear attack. Luc Vandale, Nolan Marshall and Ryan Huolt chipped in with single markers. Goalie Gibney bounced back to make 20 of 21 saves. Camrose fired 41 shots at the Eagles' net. Luc was one of three current Camrose players to receive a Friends of the AJHL Society Scholarships on Feb. 2. Scott Ferguson and Dallas Bergstrom also received scholarships. "I really appreciated the scholarship. I filled out a two- page application and attached a transcript. Now, I have $2,000 to go towards future education. I'm just going to hold onto it for now because I'm not sure where I will use it yet." Camrose plays at home on Feb. 14 against Drumheller, Feb. 15 against Brooks and Feb. 17 the Calgary Mustangs finish the home season for Camrose. The first two games begin at 7:30 p.m. and the last contest against the Mustangs begins at 2 p.m.

SPECIAL S I O A N C C S O Brent and Mary Lou Sawchuk are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter

Lindsey Francis Sawchuk to Tony Lebel

AL OCCASIONS I C E SP

Pro Sports Photography Dallas Bergstrom, from left to right, Luc Lemire and Scott Ferguson received Friends of the AJHL scholarships before the game, Feb. 2.

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Son of Sandy Lebel of Sherwood Park Wedding to take place on August 17, 2013 Bob and Michelle Broskinsky are delighted to announce the marriage of their son

Sean Lyndon Heller to Kristin Lynn-Ann Pitman on November 8, 2012 in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The happy couple works and resides in Edmonton.

Happy Very First Birthday

KINZEE!!! Love your cousins Leah, Hannah, Ian, Evan & Kaelyn

Bruce and Jackie Weinkauf together with Vaugn and Bonnie Toews and Audra Gilroy are very pleased to announce the engagement of their children

Brett Weinkauf to Sarah Toews Wedding to take place in Canmore, AB on June 7, 2013

Augustana hoop men win two straight By Murray Green

Augustana Vikings men's basketball tamed the Grande Prairie Wolves in two straight victories with 93-87 and 86-76 wins on Feb. 1 and 2. Lee Danderfer led the offence with 20 points and Shayn Bruney chipped in with 19 in the first game. Danderfer again led the scoring for the Vikings in the second game by collecting 25 points. David Shantz added 20 points in support to give the Vikings four wins in two weekends. The Vikings close the regular season by hosting the Keyano Huskies on Feb. 15 and 16. The women's game starts at 6 p.m. and the men follow at 8 p.m. on Friday. Saturday games are at 1 and 3 p.m. Hockey

The Augustana Vikings hockey team tamed the Keyano Huskies 5-3 and 7-0 in a trip to Fort McMurray on Feb. 1 and 2. The road weary Vikings scored first on a power play and matched anything Keyano could throw at them for the rest of the game. Kenny Bradley scored twice, while Matthew Foster,

Craig Cornelsen and Dan Hope added single markers. Scott Aucoin was named the star of the game by setting up three goals. Augustana practiced discipline in the contest and received only one minor penalty. The Huskies sat in the box for 18 minutes. Augustana outshot the Huskies 31-16. Goalie Paul Kolida stopped 13 of 16 shots he faced. The Vikings were well rested for the second contest as they blanked Keyano 7-0. Cornelsen and Boyd Wakelin led the charge for the Vikings with two goals each. Dean Prpick, Dane Bonish and Brad Bourke supplied single tallies in support. Game star Harrison Tribble had three assists for Augustana. Kolida stopped all 11 shots he faced, while the Vikings fired 34 shots at the Keyano net. The last regular season home game for the Vikings is on Feb. 16 when the Concordia Thunder visit for a 7:30 p.m. contest. Volleyball

Augustana lady Vikings lost 3-0 and 3-1 to the Olds Broncos on Feb. 1 and 2. Olds won the first match 25-10, 25-19 and

25-14. The Broncos won the second match 18-25, 25-16, 25-17 and 25-18. Jill Acorn (six kills, two aces and eight digs) and Kiera Lotosky (four kills, two aces, four digs and three blocks)) led the Vikings in the match played in Camrose. Alana Fahlman (three kills, seven aces and four blocks) and Jill Metrunec (11 kills, one ace and one dig) led Augustana in the second loss. On the men's side, the Vikings won both matches 3-1. Augustana won 23-25, 25-17, 25-19 and 25-17 in the first match and 25-15, 25-18, 22-25 and 25-23 in the second match. Nathan Lehman (eight kills, eight aces, four digs and two blocks) and Adam Schwabe (eight kills, three aces, seven digs and one block) were the top players in the first match. Max Lesziak (16 kills, one ace and three digs) and Schwabe (eight kills, one ace and nine digs) led the Vikings in the second outing. Augustana wrapped up the regular season last weekend.

G.S. Happy Valentine’s Day! Love M.S.

Billy ~ Every day is Valentine’s when I’m with you! Becky

We love the 5D Class!

Olivia, Ethan, Mason, Sky, Moon, Stars ~ Love Mama & Papa

Brad, my most favorite person! Love always & forever, Tammy

Dear Family ~ Happy Valentine’s Day! I love you! Love Emma

Marta ~ Happy ♥ Day to my tender-hearted girl! ~ Love Mommy

Erin, Ted, Micheal, Chelsea ~ Always Love, Mom & Dad

HUGS & KISSES to my Julia, Joshua & Jaxon Happy Heart Day xxoo

S. I love you! J.

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Rocky Road Ice Cream Fantasy has good turnout By Dan Jensen

Payton Cherry tries the climbing wall.

The annual Rocky Road Ice Cream Fantasy put on by the Augustana Residents' Life Office Feb. 3 attracted just under 300 kids and raised $1,100 for the Little Warriors, a charity in Edmonton that provides services for children who have experienced sexual abuse. The Rocky Road Ice Cream Fantasy has turned into a community galvanizing event since the first one was held 24 years ago in the Augustana coffee house. "It's getting bigger and bigger," said Augustana Student and Residence services director Mark Chytracek. "The students here are always eager to jump on board and love spending time with the kids. The signup sheet we put out before the event asking for volunteers is usually filled within a couple of days." As well as having ice cream and fun things for the kids to do, the Rocky Road Ice Cream Fantasy featured a silent auction table with products that were donated by local businesses. "There were things like kids' books, crayons and toys, but there were also a few things for the adults too," said Chytracek. Representatives from the Little Warriors served coffee for the event and answered questions about the services they provide.

Woosun, Martina, Honor and Jayla Brewer enjoy some togetherness.

Harlow Williams enjoys getting her hands dirty.

Cohan Harrison enjoys an ice cream cone.

Colby Beesley takes a tumble on one of the mats.

The parachute game was a good opportunity for kids and Augustana students to interact.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS SEE THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 20 for more classified ads about cars, trucks, campers, RVs, automotive services and ATVs WEDDING DRESS MISTAKE? – If your error was putting it on once, fix the mistake. Sell your dress with a Camrose Booster classified. Phone 780-672-3142. THE DR. “MAC” SMITH MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND for post-graduate education in nursing is accepting memorials. To donate or for applications and information, please write to AARN Education Trust Fund. 11620-168 St., Edmonton, AB T5M 4A6. LOYAL ORDER OF MOOSE – Family smorg style breakfast at Moose Family Center, Sunday, Feb. 17 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Adults, $7.00; Students, $6.00. $1,000 - $6,500 OFF TUITION for the March Acting Program Up to 50% OFF! Apply at www.vadastudios.com CAMROSE COUNTRY OPRY – Annual General Meeting, Camrose Legion, Feb. 22, 7:00 p.m. Use front entrance.

THE CHILDREN OF ROY LANGILLE wish to invite family and friends to celebrate his 85th birthday on Saturday, Feb. 23 at the Norsemen Inn, 1 - 4 p.m. No gifts please. PEROGY LUNCHEON – February 14, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Ukrainian Catholic Church basement, 5304-48a Ave. Adults: $10/plate; 6 - 10 years: $5/plate. Cabbage rolls and perogies for sale. BAWLF’S FAMILY WINTER SPORTS DAY Monday, February 18, 2013 • Pancake Breakfast 9 a.m. - Noon • Planned Events include sports for all ages • Bake Sale • Music by Country Twilight from 10 a.m. to Noon All proceeds to Regional Rural Children’s Centre VALENTINE’S DAY Come spend some time with usROSE CITY FARMERS’ MARKET Thursdays, 2 - 7 p.m. Duggan Mall First 50 ladies receive a carnation!

THANK YOU THE FAMILY OF JOANNE PLANTZ would like to extend their heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the friends and family members for their prayers, kind thoughts, visits, phone calls, memorial donations, cards and gifts of flowers and food. Special thanks to Joanne’s friends at Wild Rose Villa for all your support and condolences during this difficult time. Thanks to John and staff at Burgar Funeral Home for your guidance and assistance which was really appreciated. Thanks to Pastor Bill Harder for your service, music and fellowship. Thanks to the Camrose Police Service for their assistance. Thank you to Masonic Hall for the nice lunch. Your kindness, thoughtfulness and compassion will be warmly remembered. – Mert and families THE FAMILY OF BRIAN BODEN would like to express heartfelt gratitude for the support given to us when Brian passed away. Thanks for flowers, food, memorial donations, cards, visits and phone calls. Thanks to Cam at Burgar Funeral Home for your comfort. Thanks to Rev. Brian Hunter and Pastor Severson for the service. Also, thanks to the caterers for the lunch after the service. We appreciate everything so much. – Florence Boden and family

THE FAMILY OF THE LATE SHIRLEY McEACHERN would like to thank the Ferintosh Recreation Assoc. and community for the lovely lunch at the memorial service. Thanks, Vera Jackson, for your kind words; Betty Nielsen for playing the piano; Darry Nielsen and Jack Dawbin for greeting those attending; and Rev. Rhonda Pigott for your kind words and support in our loss. Special thanks to Denise Campbell for the wonderful job on the folders. Thanks to everyone for the support, phone calls, blessings, food and cards.

PERSONAL DRINKING A PROBLEM? Alcoholics Anonymous, call 780672-9903. LOST THAT LOVING FEELING? Find it with a personal ad in The Camrose Booster classifieds. Ph. 780-672-3142.

PETS/PET SUPPLIES GOT PUPPIES? If that sneaky dog of the neighbour’s has been over lately and you’ve got a litter of puppies to prove it... move them fast with a Camrose Booster classified ad. Ph. 780-672-3142. BATTLE RIVER VETERINARY SERVICES Practice Limited to Companion Animals Experienced Professionals Providing Quality Care and Service 780-672-6999 5208-51 Avenue, Camrose

LOST AND FOUND FOUND – In Jack Stuart School area: friendly, orange tabby cat with white chest. Please call Ellen, 780672-2460 to help return cat to true family.

WANTED WILL ACCEPT OLD VEHICLES, machinery, scrap iron, etc. Car batteries (will pay for). Call 780-672-6917 or 780-686-5211. WANTED – 1) Old style Pinball Machine. Must be in good working order. 2) World Book Atlas 3) Large Webster’s dictionary. Ph. 780-781-4113.

EMPLOYMENT WANTED 2ND BEST PAINTER IN TOWN – 30 years’ experience for all your painting needs. Call Rick the Painter, 780-672-0391.

A SPECIAL THANK YOU to all the caring nurses and doctors who attended to me while in St. Mary’s and the Royal Alexandra Hospitals. A big thank you to all those who came to visit, sent cards, flowers, plants and the many phone calls. A very special thank you to Rev. Mary Ann Pastuck and Celine Tritten who gave of their time, advice and love. Thanks so much. – Ken Cox

WE WANT THE BEST! Class 1, 2 or 4 Drivers for Taxi • Less than 4 demerits • Friendly personality • Good driving habits, experience • P/T, F/T, Days or Nights ROSE CITY TAXI 780-672-1003

THANK YOU to all my friends for attending my 85th birthday party at Deer Meadows. I enjoyed visiting with all of you so much. Thank you for the flowers, cards and gifts. – Luella Ramsey

ROSE CITY TAXI requires a bookkeeper. Basic computer skills and accounting required. Flexible hours. Approximately 8 hrs. per week. $15/hr. to start. Ph. 780672-1003.

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WE ARE A FERINTOSH, AB BASED poultry loading company that loads poultry on central Alberta farms. We have immediate openings for: 1) One Forklift Operator - must have Class 3 with air endorsement “Q” to operate truck that transports forklift; 2) General Labourers for crating poultry. Willing to train. Competitive salary. Contact Chris, 780-877-2119. AIR BRAKE COURSE IN BAWLF – Thursday, Feb. 14. Pre-registration required. For more information, or to register, call C.A.M. Driver Education. Government licensed and bonded since 1993. 780-373-2400 or 1-877672-2131. B & D SIMONS TRUCKING, located in Camrose, is currently seeking truck drivers. Must have valid Class 1 driver’s license and safety ticket. Please fax resumé and abstract to 780-672-5842. DAYSLAND COMMUNITY HALL SOCIETY – Accepting applications for Caretaker and/or Cleaning Services. Position available starting April 1/13. Job description available upon request. Send resumé with salary expectations to Brian Rudosky, Box 331, Daysland, AB T0B 1A0. Call Brian for more information at 780-374-2446. SHAWN’S REPAIRS IS NOW HIRING! Sandblasting or auto body experience would be an asset. Will train the right person. Please fax resumé to 780-672-8260 or email: shawnsrepairs@live.ca

SERVICES JUNK TO THE DUMP – Free estimates. Garages, basements, light hauling. 780-678-1847 (cell), Tom. WE SELL RUBBER STAMPS, stamp pads, and stamp pad ink. Camrose Booster Ltd., 4925-48 St., Camrose. COMPLETE TILING SERVICE Specializing in backsplashes, tub surrounds and all types of wall. Patricia Fielding, Lady Tiler 780-672-3622 TOTAL FOOT CARE, 780672-3993. Have a specially trained RN visit you. R.J.’S CONSTRUCTION Renovations, bathrooms, additions and repairs Shingling, garages, concrete work Arborite and tiles 20 years’ experience in Camrose Call Rob, 780-672-0521 LaCRIA TRUCKING Potable Water Hauling Residential, Commercial, Oilfield Gerald and Marla Steinwand, owners PHONE 780-679-9134 CARPENTER AVAILABLE – Interior renovations, laminate flooring, arborite finishing, basement upgrades and bathroom renos. Reasonable rates. Ph. Gerald at 780855-3893. J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 1-780-672-7649. ROD LaGRANGE DRYWALL – residential/commercial. Tape, texture, estimates and references. Phone 780-679-8299 or 780352-0888.

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THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK TAILORING Full alteration and custom sewing service. Tues. - Fri. 10-6, Thurs., 10-8, Sat., 9-4 4937-49 Street, Camrose, AB (East of the Main Post Office) Ph. 780-672-4793 McTAVISH DELIVERIES LTD. Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780-672-5242, Camrose

FOR RENT FOR RENT ADS NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY! KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL FOR RENT, Ph. 780672-8620. CAMROSE MOOSE HALL FOR RENT Ideal for weddings, banquets, any celebration or special occasion. Call 780-672-2695 ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL AT GRAND PARK VILLAGE – Large one and two bedroom suites starting at $650 for one bedroom and $700 for two bedrooms. Hurry! Deals like this won’t last. Call today for a viewing, 780-281-0426 www.firesidepropertygroup.com EXECUTIVE SUITE – Well maintained, quiet adult building. Two bedrooms, five appliances, spacious, covered deck. Looking for long-term tenant. Ph. 780-608-3131. ASPEN TERRACE Modern, spacious, clean Includes fridge, stove, dishwasher, in-suite washer/dryer Heat, hot water, parking included Pet friendly In quiet surroundings All amenities within walking distance - MOVE IN IN FEBRUARY AND $AVE 780-672-8681 Visit us on Kijiji NEW NORWAY – Like new 1,302 sq. ft. half duplex. Three bedrooms, three baths, all appliances, double garage. $1,100/mo. plus utilities, $1,100 DD. Immediate possession. No smoking, no pets. Call 780-855-2511. QUIET ONE-BEDROOM APARTMENT SUITE – Third floor, $700/mo. No smoking, no pets, available March 1. 4719-50 Street, Ph. 780-608-3820. TWO-BEDROOM SUITE – Free heat, water. Security doors. Immaculate shape. Ph. 780672-4326. OFFICE SPACE in Camrose business centre. Ph. 780-672-1998 or 780-608-5629. FIVE MINUTES FROM AUGUSTANA – Basement bachelor suite. N/S, N/P. $450/mo. All utilities, laundry and internet included. 780-672-5970.

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CLASSIFIED ADS (Continued) BEAUTIFUL NEW OFFICES Sparkling new second floor offices in beautiful downtown Camrose. Only two offices left out of nine originally available, Both are wired for internet access, Office #207: 12’ x 12’: $136.27/mo. Office #204: 15.5’ x 12’: $180.13/mo. Rent includes utilities but is subject to GST. Extremely quiet construction and quiet neighbours. Be the very first to occupy your office! Our tenants stick around for years because we are the fairest, most reasonable people in the business! Call 780-672-3142 today and ask for Blain Fowler, Don Hutchinson or Andrea Uglem. MID-CITY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, 1017197 Alberta Ltd. For All Your Rental Needs We have: • Houses • Duplexes • 4-Plexes • Condos • Storage •Apartments and more! Call 780-672-0662 for more info and listings or visit our ads on Kijiji IMMACULATELY MAINTAINED – Quiet, friendly, secure ALL SENIORS apt. building. N/S, N/P across from Rosehaven (Southview Manor, 5320-47 Ave., Camrose). Sunny, south-facing second floor two-bedroom, recently painted with large walk-in storage closet and balcony available March 1. Rent/DD $725. Includes heat, water, laundry room, parking stall. Contact Barb in building at 780-608-2011 or Rod at 780458-9683. H IGHLAN D M ANOR APARTMENTS – Available Feb. 1. One-bedroom, main floor, stove, fridge. Heat and water included. No partiers, no pets. Mature adults only. Manager on site. Call 780-781-8462 or 780-678-4368.

LOT RENTALS AVAILABLE – Move-in incentive offered. 14 wides are welcome. Call Camrose Mobile Home Park, 780-672-2396. AVAILABLE APRIL 1 – Newer three-storey duplex, two bedrooms, all appliances, single garage. Call John, 780-672-7717.

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FOR RENT OR LEASE 700 SQ. FT. OFFICE – Available March 1. $750/mo. Also, 150 sq. ft. office, available now, $175/mo. Both on second floor with all utilities included. Ph. 780679-3555.

HOUSEHOLD BEDROOM SUITE – Offers. Phone 780-373-2675.

NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMITS Take notice that the following Development Permits for the proposed uses listed below have been approved by the City of Camrose Development Authority, under the provision of Bylaw #2567/07, the Land Use Bylaw of the City of Camrose. The development permits have been approved SUBJECT TO THE RIGHT OF APPEAL TO THE SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD. Any person wishing to appeal an approval may do so by serving a written notice of appeal and the REQUIRED FEE to the Secretary, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose (telephone: 780-672-4426) within 14 days after the date of this notice. Further information regarding these Development Permits may be obtained from the City of Camrose, Development Services, Lower Floor, Mirror Lake Centre, during business hours (8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Monday through Friday (telephone: 780-678-3044). PERMIT # Plan

LIVESTOCK/FEED BEEF UP YOUR CATTLE SALES – Advertise in The Camrose Booster. Phone 780-672-3142. SECOND CUT HAY BALES FOR SALE – Alfalfa, Brome and Timothy cross. $5/bale. Call 780374-2381, leave message. 400+ ROUND HAY BALES FOR SALE – Camrose North. Alfalfa/Brome/Timothy mix. Net wrap. Dry Protein up to 15%. Feed analysis available. 780-672-7242. SMALL SQUARE STRAW BALES FOR SALE – Call 780374-2381, leave message. SECOND CUT ALFALFA square hay bales, $4/bale. Ph. 780672-1867.

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SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142. WANTED: VALMAR GRANULAR HERBICIDE APPLICATOR – Trailer type. Ph. 780374-2479. 2004 LODE KING PRESTIGE SUPER B GRAIN TRAILERS – Asking $47,000. Ph. 780-982-3819.

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HOUSE TO BE MOVED from Hay Lakes, AB. Older three-bedroom bungalow, 992 sq. ft., solid oak kitchen cabinets, large living room, newer windows/vinyl siding, laminate in living room and two bedrooms. Buyer responsible for all associated moving costs. Move must take place by April 30, 2013. We are building a new home and need this one gone. Call us, we can make a deal! 780-878-3825.

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REAL ESTATE WOW! GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY – Beautiful newer four-suite building in a quiet part of town. Live in one; rent the others. Ultra low maintenance, energy efficient, spare lot for future development. May consider house as part trade. Won’t last long! Ph. 780-608-3131.

For Sale Ads! F For or items price priced at $100 or less! • Mail, fax, email or drop off your ad copy. • One item per ad – 10 word limit. • Include the price of the item in your ad. • Offer excludes living things, except when offered for free. Individuals are able to place classified ads without charge provided message relates to a personal possession and does not form part of a profession, trade or business. Any ad designed to produce an income is regarded as commercial advertising and must be a PAID AD.

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NEW 1,472 SQ. FT. TWOSTOREY – Three bedrooms, heated garage. 7514-40 Ave., Duggan Park. Kijiji 454330064. $299,000 plus tax. Ph. 780-672-6234. BOOSTER ADS GET RESULTS!

MISCELLANEOUS SEE THE AUTOMOTIVE SECTION STARTING ON PAGE 20 for more classified ads about cars, trucks, campers, RVs, automotive services and ATVs PIPE — 1 1/2”, 2 3/8”, 2 7/8”, 3 1/2”, sucker rod 5/8”, 3/4”, 7/8”, plain or scraper type. Other pipe and metal available. 1-800-661-7858. BITTERN LAKE - SIFTON DISTRICTS VOLUME II HISTORY BOOK “Bitter’n Sweet”now available from Bittern Lake Village Office, 780-672-7373; Letha Bertschi, 780-672-8648; or Louise Lewis, 780-352-8663.

Scott ~ Love u babe! xoxo Luv your better half!

INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND – Kelsey Area Darrel Robert Anderson hereby offers the following land for sale by tender, subject to the existing reservations on title and oil company utility rights of way and caveats:

SW 21-44-18-W4 – Containing 160 acres more or less Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Anderson Tender”, to James Harry Andreassen at Andreassen Borth, Barristers and Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S1, on or before 12:00 noon, March 15, 2013, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a cheque for $5,000.00 payable to Andreassen Borth in Trust. Tenders will not be opened in public. The highest, or any, tender not necessarily accepted. Unsuccessful tenderers will be notified by mail and their cheques returned. Successful tenderer shall be obligated to complete the purchase on or before April 5, 2013, and tender cheque shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. For further particulars, contact Darrel Anderson at dlander2009@live.ca

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Mail to: Classified Ad Department, Camrose Booster Ltd. 4925-48 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1L7 Fax: 780-672-2518 Email: ads@camrosebooster.com

Estate of AGNES PIDKOWA, who died on January 12, 2013. If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by March 15, 2013, and provide details of your claim with JAMES H. ANDREASSEN at Andreassen Borth, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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PUBLIC WORKS FOREMAN The Village of Hay Lakes invites written applications for a Public Works Foreman. Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, in cooperation with Council, this position is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of all aspects of Public Works, including the water treatment/distribution system and wastewater treatment/collection system. Applicants for this position require a Grade 12 diploma, an Alberta Motor Vehicle operator’s license and should have, or be committed to obtaining, an Alberta Small Systems Certificate in water and wastewater treatment and distribution. The successful applicant must have the ability to multi-task, work cooperatively as a team member, demonstrate strong public relations skills and strive for continued improvement in the community. Applicants must be able to perform regular maintenance on municipal buildings, infrastructure and equipment. Solid mechanical abilities, strong work ethic, pride in the community, familiarity with computers and equipment operation experience would be assets. Preference will be given to those candidates with proven municipal experience. The Village of Hay Lakes offers a competitive salary. Wages will be commensurate with experience. Competition will remain open until close of business on February 22, 2013. Please submit written application, including two employment references, to: Village of Hay Lakes Box 40, Hay Lakes, AB T0B 1W0 or email haylakes@syban.net Only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.

BUSINESS KEEPS BUILDING AT HAUSER HOME HARDWARE WE’RE HIRING!

Nutec Electro Tel is growing and our company is looking for a fulltime Administrative/Accounting Assistant to join our team. Applicants must have prior accounting experience. Any experience with Quickbooks would be an asset. Individual must be able to input data accurately and in a timely fashion, be a team player who pays attention to detail, and have the ability to complete a task with minimal supervision. This position will be assisting with all invoicing; incoming telephone calls, and is support for all departments under the supervision of the Controller. Other duties may be assigned from time to time as required. Salary will commensurate with experience and ability. Please forward resumés complete with a list of references and phone numbers by email to sandra@electro-tel.com. Only applicants considered for interviews will be contacted. Thanks to all others for their interest in the position.

We are Growing Again! Additional Positions Required Additional positions have become available due to an increase in service demands. Multiple departments are affected by this increase in our customer base. Therefore, we are looking for individuals focused on providing great customer service with a great work ethic. We provide competitive compensation packages and a great environment.

Quick Lane: Service Technician Apprentice Collision Centre: 3rd Year Apprentice or Journeyman Technician Parts: Shipping and Receiving Apply in person to the following Department Managers: Quick Lane – Dennis Yochim Collision Centre – Gary Balcom Parts – Gord Ringwall

Receiving Room Associate

If you’re ambitious, organized, and enthusiastic – if you’re known for your ability to pay attention to details – we may have an opening for you! Our busy receiving area is currently understaffed and we’re eager to hire the best person for a job we consider very important. If you think you’ve got what it takes, we invite your resumé.

Home/Cottage Small Package Sales Estimator

Full-time position. Experience in the construction trade? Need a nice change of pace? We need a conscientious, reliable individual to help our clients who need estimates on garages, decks, sheds or similar projects. Accuracy, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills are musts! We’re eager for your application!

Benefits of working at Hauser Home Hardware Building Centre • an exciting retail work environment • competitive wages • opportunities for advancement • a clean, safe working environment

• opportunity to learn about the thousands of products Home carries • opportunity to help customers live better lives

6809-48 Avenue, Camrose Phone 780-672-8818 Fax 780-672-8809 Email jill@hhbccamrose.ca

DEATHS Shirley McEachern, of Ferintosh, on Jan. 21, at 78 years. Dorothy Ose, of Camrose, on Jan. 27, at 97 years. Kathleen Winczura, of Daysland, on Feb. 2, at 72 years. Zenia Robinson, of Daysland, on Feb. 3, at 81 years. Agnes McKay, of Daysland, on Feb. 3, at 87 years. Kenneth Astle, of Daysland, on Feb. 4, at 86 years. Louis Golka, of Camrose, on Feb. 6, at 90 years. Ebba Anderson, of Camrose, on Feb. 7, at 87 years.

Blake & Reno Be our Valentine’s? xoxo Love Mom & Dad

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Rachel & Emmett We LOVE U xo Love Mommy & Daddy

Graham, Mehgan, Nick, Aaron, Steven ~ Love always and forever ~ Mom My hubby, Ryan I love you! Love your wife, Andrea xo

Al…sorry about your bruised apples! Don’t sue me! ♥ Pat Cory You can change my wiper blades anytime! ~ Your loving wife

Kelsey, alyssa, paige, erika – you're our stars! love, grandpa & Grandma Z.

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Mommy, you take good care of me & our little peanut! ♥ Jonathan

Happy Valentine’s Day Jenessa, Jeromina & Jerome! Love Mom & Dad

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Merezanna & Hoxley You are the DEERest! Love, Grandpa & Grandma Z.

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Notices and Information from The City of Camrose www.camrose.ca • 780-672-4426

REMINDER Since January 1, 2013 residents have been limited to two cans/bags of garbage per week. Together, as citizens of Camrose, we can reach our goal of reducing house household waste by 50% by 2015!

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STRUGGLING TO MEET THE BAG LIMIT? Other available options: • Avoid buying over-packaged items • Drop off your recyclables at the Recycling Collection Depot (Centra Cam) • Utilize the Yard Waste and Limited Kitchen Organics Collection Program • Back Yard Composting • Delay collection until the following week • Compact your waste • Purchase a solid waste collection tag for $5.00 per tag available at City Hall, Public Works, Aquatic Centre, and the Mirror Lake Centre • As a last resort, take your waste to the sanitary landfill; tipping fees in effect

ENTER TO WIN! Visit the City of Camrose booth at the Trade Show at the CRE, tell us what you would like to see in Camrose and you’ll be entered to win your choice of: • an 18-hole “6 pack” from the Camrose Golf Course • a 3-month Family Pool Pass from the Camrose Aquatic Centre or • two 10-punch cards from the Augustana Fitness Centre Trade Show hours are: February 15: 3:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. February 16: 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. February 17: 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

WELCOME City of Camrose Economic Development is pleased to welcome Sara Walkey-Chittick to our staff. Sara is the Communications and Economic Development Assistant. She will be managing City communication and the community will be seeing new development on our website, media and social media in the coming weeks. For any city-related communication or economic development issues or questions, feel free to call Sara at 780-672-4426 or email her at swalkey@camrose.ca Follow us on Facebook and Twitter: fb.me/cityofcamrose and @CityofCamrose

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AQUATICS CASHIER – Casual Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community? Join our team at the City of Camrose where you can contribute to helping Camrose grow as a dynamic community with an exceptional quality of life. The City of Camrose is seeking a casual Cashier to support the administrative operation of the Aquatic Centre and to assist the public regarding aquatic program information. FUNCTIONS: Cashier, registrations, and data entry. Public relations and customer service, including in person and over the phone. Promotion of Aquatic programs. QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent communication and customer service skills. Experience handling cash. Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Word and Excel. HOURS OF WORK: As a casual position, the hours of work are on an as-required basis and typically include Friday afternoons, weekends and occasional coverage during the week. Dayshift availability is a definite asset. HOURLY WAGE: $12.63 per hour. APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in this position are invited to submit a cover letter and resumé to the address below or in person at the Aquatic Centre by February 22, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. City of Camrose Phone 780-672-9909 Attention: Aquatic Director Fax 780-672-4915 Aquatic Centre Location: 5600-44 Avenue, Camrose, AB Email: aquatic@camrose.ca Mailing Address: 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8 Website: www.camrose.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SUMMER ASSESSMENT ASSISTANT The City of Camrose is a dynamic regional community that focuses on providing an exceptional quality of life for its citizens. A growing community of over 17,000 people, Camrose has a diversified economy based on agriculture, manufacturing, and retail and is only an hour away from Edmonton with a population of one million. Camrose has excellent public and private schools as well as post-secondary institutions including the University of Alberta Augustana Campus. The City is also proud of its outstanding cultural and sporting facilities and opportunities. Camrose is the regional centre for health services and medical facilities. Overall, the City of Camrose symbolizes opportunities for growth and a safe and healthy environment for all of its residents Are you looking for an interesting and challenging summer job? Are you interested in a career in appraisal and assessment? If so, this position might be a great fit for you. The City of Camrose is seeking an Assessment Assistant who will participate in the preparation of real property assessments under the supervision of the City Assessor. FUNCTIONS: Assist with inspection of properties. Prepare building diagrams using APEX software. Analyze and assemble data in Microsoft Excel. QUALIFICATIONS: An interest in a career in appraisal and/or assessment (preference will be given to students enrolled in an Appraisal and Assessment diploma or degree program). A basic understanding of property assessment and taxation. Strong computer skills in Microsoft applications. Self motivated and capable of working independently. Class 5 driver’s license. HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are typically 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, from May through August 2013. HOURLY WAGE: The range of pay for this position is $16.49 to $18.67 per hour, dependent upon qualifications. APPLICATIONS: If this summer job appeals to you, submit your resumé to the address below by March 8, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. City of Camrose Phone 780-672-4426 Attention: Travis Lantz, City Assessor Fax 780-672-2469 City Hall: 5204-50 Avenue Email: assessment@camrose.ca Camrose, AB T4V 0S8 Website: www.camrose.ca

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SUMMER DAY CAMP COORDINATORS AND STAFF Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference in your community? Join our team at the City of Camrose where you can contribute to helping Camrose grow as a dynamic community with an exceptional quality of life. The City of Camrose Aquatic Centre runs two Summer Day Camp Programs: “Little Explorers” for children ages 4 to 7 years and “Discovery Kids” for youth ages 8 to 14 years. We are seeking energetic and dedicated individuals for two Day Camp Program Coordinators and several Day Camp Staff positions. FUNCTIONS: Day Camp Coordinators – organize and oversee one of the Day Camp Programs from May 13 to August 30. Day Camp Staff – assist in the overall operation and supervision of one of the Day Camp Programs from June 26 to August 27. QUALIFICATIONS: Excellent organizational, creativity, and leadership skills as well as a high energy level. Patience to work with 35 - 40 children and youth for the summer. High School, College, and University students preferred. HOURS OF WORK: Typically Monday to Friday between the hours of 8:00 am and 5:00 pm. HOURLY WAGE: Hourly wages range from $11.53 to $15.93, depending on position. APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in a Coordinator position are invited to submit a resumé and cover letter to the address below or drop off at the Aquatic Centre by February 22, 2013 at 4:30 p.m. For those interested in a Staff position, please submit by March 1, 2013 We appreciate and consider all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. City of Camrose, Attention: Aquatic Director Phone 780-672-9909 Fax 780-672-4915 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8 Email: aquatic@camrose.ca Website: www.camrose.ca

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Jesse & Caleb We ♥ you Papa & Nana

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Community Development/Family Advocate The Alberta Association for Community Living (AACL) fosters family leadership and advocacy in the pursuit of fully inclusive community lives for children and adults with developmental disabilities. We believe that children should grow up at home; that children should attend their neighborhood schools; that all people should have the right to participate and be welcomed into their community; that all people should have the chance at a good job for decent pay. We are seeking a self-motivated, dedicated individual who is committed to our vision of inclusion to work in Camrose and area. This is a project-based part-time contract position commencing immediately. The Community Development/Family Advocate will: • Work collaboratively with community organizations and sectors to nurture and support their capacity to include people with developmental disabilities and their families • Serve as a resource and guide to families and individuals with developmental disabilities in their pursuit of supports and services that enable inclusion • Seek out and develop both traditional and alternative respite options for families • Develop and support the networking of families who are committed to pursuing inclusion • Advocate with and for families and individuals in their efforts to nurture and develop inclusive communities The successful candidates must possess: • Deep understanding of inclusion and an unwavering commitment to its ideals • Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills • Working knowledge of the systems and supports available to families and individuals, especially children, with developmental disabilities in Alberta • Partnership building and problem-solving skills • Commitment to research and evaluation • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 Phone 780-672-4446 Fax 780-672-1008 Public Works. . . . . . . 780-672-4449 Website www.county.camrose.ab.ca Email county@county.camrose.ab.ca

RCMP Administrative Assistant Position Summary Reporting to the Assistant County Administrator, you will support all aspects of administrative and operational support services for police officers and other employees at the Camrose Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) detachment. To be successful in this role you will need superior skills in organization, communications, multi-tasking, and priority setting. You must also be detail and team oriented, and able to work quickly and accurately. This position is a one year, part-time (20 hours/week) contract. Qualifications • Completion of Grade 12 Diploma; and/or • Secretarial Sciences and/or Business Administration from a recognized institute would be an asset • Good knowledge of Windows XP and Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access) • Good communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to perform work accurately • Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision • Ability to work within a team environment • Ability to pass Security Check Please send a detailed resumé including salary expectations by February 22, 2013 to: Paul King, Assistant County Administrator Camrose County 3755-43 Avenue Camrose, Alberta T4V 3S8 pking@county.camrose.ab.ca We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

A university or college education in disability studies or related field is preferred. However, personal experience may be considered as equivalent. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Lover Boy ~ Great Husband! Love U Schatze

Dean Gagnon Be mine 4-ever!

Carson & Damon Be my Valentines Love, Grama Happy Valentine’s Kenny & Leah From Mom & Dad

The Great People at Stoney Creek ~ You’re the best! Ben & Herta

Trent & Liam Volk Happy Valentine’s! Love Gr. Grama

Mom & Dad ~ Love ya! Kolby, Derek, Courtney

Please forward your resumé with a covering letter by February 15, 2013 to: Loree Clark, Administrative Assistant Alberta Association for Community Living (AACL) lclark@aacl.org Fax: 403-228-2132

Nola Be my Valentine! xxoo Don

Family • Achievement • Integrity • Respect Madeline, Natalie, Emily & Elizabeth Be our Valentines! Grandpa & Grandma Schapansky

It’s nice when you discover the job is as good as the coffee Quality Training Incentive Programs Benefits or Bonus Program

To my Angel Always & Forever! Love Jim

Hiring the following positions for 1256146 Alberta Ltd., o/a Tim Hortons – 3601-48 Ave., Camrose, AB

• Food Service Supervisors, full-time / shift work, minimum 1 to 2 years’ industry experience, $13.00 per hour plus benefits Happy Valentine’s Day Mom & Dad! I love you! – Jenessa

• Food Counter Attendants, full-time / shift work, no experience necessary, $11.00 per hour plus benefits Hiring the following positions for 796005 Alberta Ltd., o/a Tim Hortons – 6602-48 Ave., Camrose, AB

• Food Service Supervisors, full-time / shift work, minimum 1 to 2 years’ industry experience, $13.00 per hour plus benefits • Food Counter Attendants, full-time / shift work,

SOLE CITY SHOES

no experience necessary, $11.00 per hour plus benefits

We’re growing to serve you better!

Full- and part-time Sales positions available

Daddy loves Marta (Queen of Stufftyville)

The right person must be friendly and sincere, must understand fashion and enjoy serving the public.

Now hiring for FT positions Positions work rotating shifts of days, nights, graveyards and some weekends.

Please apply in person with resumé to: Sales Manager Karen Mingo, or Owners, Leta and Daryl Shillington

Aaron & Amy Happy Valentine’s Day! Aunt Myrna & Uncle Stan

Downtown Camrose

Happy Valentine’s Day Jerome! I love you! Vanessa

HIRING AT BOTH LOCATIONS IN CAMROSE Honesty, caring and a workplace that feels like home

An employer you can count on Apply in person with resumé at either Camrose store

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CAMROSE COUNTY 3755-43 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 Phone 780-672-4446 Fax 780-672-1008 Public Works. . . . . . . 780-672-4449 Website www.county.camrose.ab.ca Email county@county.camrose.ab.ca

If helping people brightens your day‌

Your Calling is at

REGIONAL FIRE SERVICES COORDINATOR The Camrose Regional Emergency Services Committee, which is comprised of the municipalities of Camrose County, Town of Bashaw, Villages of Bawlf, Edberg, Ferintosh, Hay Lakes and Rosalind, is seeking an energetic and dynamic Regional Fire Services Coordinator. The successful candidate will be located at the County Office Complex but will also be required to attend to business at the various town and village offices and at various sites within and outside the County boundaries. Qualifications: • Must possess High School diploma supplemented with technical training in the field of Fire Control and Protective Services. • A degree/diploma in business administration or related discipline would be an asset. • Certified as an Alberta Safety Codes Fire Group B Inspector 2 and Level 1 Investigator or demonstrate the ability to obtain same. • Must possess a valid Alberta Class 3 Driver’s License with air brake endorsement. • Completion of technical training, including NFPA 1001 Professional Firefighter, and preferably NFPA 1021 Fire Officer Professional. NFPA 1041 Fire Service Instructor Level 1, with Level 2 an asset or ability to obtain within one year of hiring. • Training in MSDS, WHMIS, and dangerous goods emergency response. • Minimum five years’ experience as a Firefighter or Fire Officer, preferably including experience as an Incident Commander. • Experience with emergency/disaster responses. • Supervisory experience and experience with senior municipal management teams, Councils, Boards, Commissions and volunteer organizations. • Working knowledge of applicable Provincial and Municipal legislation, bylaws, and policies. • Working knowledge of computers, including Microsoft Office and Excel. Applicants not meeting the above qualifications other than section 5 must demonstrate a willingness to complete required training within three year period.

Killam Health Centre is looking for:

Clinical Safety Coordinator 1FSNBOFOU 1BSU 5JNF t '5& $PNQFUJUJPO /VNCFS CF-13001-KM REPOST %BUF $MPTFE February 14, 2013 4BMBSZ 3BOHF As per the out-of Scope Salary Band )PVST PG XPSL Days (7.5 hour shifts; 5 shifts/2 weeks; shift start times may vary) Please send applications to: (FSBMEJOF $MBSL!DPWFOBOUIFBMUI DB

For information or to apply, visit www.CovenantHealth.ca/careers/KillamOpportunities.html Human Resources Toll Free: 1-877-450-7555

CovenantHealthCareers@covenanthealth.ca

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Your Calling is at

Killam Health Centre is looking for: Licensed Practical Nurse Competition Number: CF-13002-KM Permanent Part Time: FTE: 0.80 Date Closed: February 11, 2013 Salary Range: $23.72/hr - $31.06/hr plus premiums As Per AUPE Auxiliary Nursing Agreement Hours of work: 14 / 11.25 hr Day Shifts and 8 / 11.25 hr Night Shifts in an 8 week rotation Email Resumes to: geraldine.clark@covenanthealth.ca

For information or to apply, visit www.CovenantHealth.ca/careers/Killamopportunities.html

A detailed Job Description is available upon request. This position offers a competitive wage and benefits package. This competition will remain open until 4:30 p.m., February 22. 2013. Interested candidates are requested to forward their application and rĂŠsumĂŠ either by mail, fax or email, marked “Confidentialâ€?, to the attention of: Paul King, Assistant County Administrator Camrose County 3755-43 Avenue Camrose, AB T4V 3S8 Fax: 780-672-1008 pking@county.camrose.ab.ca All applicants are thanked for their interest and advised that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR

Human Resources Toll Free: 1-877-450-7555

CovenantHealthCareers@covenanthealth.ca

Emma ~ Happy Valentine’s Day from me and the stuffties of Stufftyville!

IS HIRING! Evraz Camrose Works is accepting applications for

Happy Valentine’s Day Robert, Mya, RJ, Deon ~ Love Mom Mommy & Daddy, I love you! Happy Valentine’s Day! Love Marta

LABOURERS and JOURNEYMAN MILLWRIGHTS to work at our pipe making facility in Camrose, Alberta. Individuals must be at least 18 years of age, safety conscious, physically fit and able to work overtime and shift work. We offer an attractive starting wage plus bonus opportunities, as well as an excellent benefit and pension package. All selected applicants will be required to attend and pass a medical assessment arranged by Evraz Camrose. Applications must be completed in person at the Human Resources office. EVRAZ Camrose Works 5302-39 Street Camrose, Alberta

Meridian Manufacturing Inc., Camrose requires an Administrative Coordinator to join our marketing team. This job is primarily an administrative roll for the marketing department with an emphasis on data entry for accounting purposes and maintaining CRM data. Marketing requires a person dedicated to accounting processes the reporting of expenses for budget monitoring. Also the collection, entry and reporting of data for our CRM system.

Daddy loves Emma (The Board Game Champion of the World!)

Meridian Manufacturing Inc. provides a competitive total development and continuous learning.

Drake & Deacon Will U B Aunty Kim’s Valentines?

Camrose at: hrohe@meridianmfg.com before Feb 15, 2013. Please provide resume, and cover letter stating salary expectations.

Lub Ooo‌ Mitsubishi From Grannie Riley & Eden Happy Valentine’s! Mom loves u!

We thank all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Tornado Hydrovacs, a division of Petrofield Industries is accepting resumes for our Assembly Department:

Industrial Painters, Labourers, Electrical Technicians and Welders (Journeyman or Apprentice) Our company has an enthusiastic, fast-paced working environment with advancement for motivated individuals, and an excellent benefit package. Please forward resumĂŠ to: hr@petrofield.com or fax 403-742-5544

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Canadian Firearms Safety Course This is the course you need to get your Firearms License

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Open House & Registration

Camrose Safety Starts Here Training Center 2nd Floor, Hotel Marada, 3911-48 Avenue, Camrose Saturday, February 23, 8:00 a.m. Non-Restricted Firearms Course and Exam . . . . $120 Restricted Firearms Exam Challenge . . . . . . . . . . . . . $80 Combined Non-Restricted and Restricted . . . . . . $180 To register please call

Everyone Welcome

780.608.1434

KidSport helps family members with free swim By Murray Green KidSport in Camrose will be helping local families celebrate Family Day on Feb. 18. In less than a year, KidSport Camrose went from a dream to a reality. "After a tremendously successful fundraiser in November, KidSport Camrose is now in the position to begin accepting applications as of February 18, our official launch date," said Dean Threinen, one of the founders. "As a public awareness and launch event, KidSport Camrose will be hosting a free

family swim at the Camrose Aquatic Centre from 1 to 4 p.m. This is a free swim for anybody who wishes to join in the fun." KidSport Camrose is ready to help youth of Camrose and in the county. If you are seeking funding assistance, application can be acquired by emailing a request to kidsportcamrose@ cable-lynx.net, calling and leaving a voice mail request at 780-608-1952 or by visiting http://www.kidsport.ab.ca/ and selecting the Camrose Chapter. Applications will be available online starting on Family Day.

Realtors look for even markets this season By Murray Green The Central Alberta housing market showed steady growth last year and the trend will likely continue in 2013. "The year started slowly in January, but quickly got close to the most balanced market Central Alberta has seen in the past few years," said Ken Devoe, president of the Central Alberta Realtors Association. "Throughout the year inventory continued to grow slowly, but did not rise to levels we saw in the past few years." Inventory during the spring and summer picked up to offer more selection. Sales started to increase in February and peaked in May at 527 sales for members of the association. During the summer it averaged more than 400 sales per month. In Camrose, realtors reached 248 sales, which was the exact same number as in 2011. Although the number of sales matched the previous totals, the selling price did not. The house price in a sale was $288,057 in 2011, it dropped to $277,953 for a four per cent drop in value last year. "Last year again proved to be a great year to purchase a home in Central Alberta because of continued great interest rates and our strong economic area. Small increases in sales in addition to decreased asking prices caused a perfect storm for Central Alberta. While 2011 saw sellers fighting to hold the higher asking prices of 2008, this past year most sellers realized the book was over," added Ken, at the annual meeting on Jan. 31. "With the up and down market over the past eight years, the confusion of current value is normal." Every city or town has a

unique market and all have different motivations affecting it. Ken forecasts steady growth in Central Alberta. "Small growth is what we are looking for and 2012 showed that. In 2013, I think we will see it repeat again. I believe with the steady growth and strength of the energy industry and the great reports about the future of Alberta, there is no reason not to believe our Central Alberta market will be strong," predicted Ken. "With our strong economic outlook and continued strong interest rates, I expect a six to seven per cent increase in sales to reach over 4,500 sales in our Central Alberta board area." Even though Ken expects another growth in sales, he doesn't anticipate much of an average price increase. He is thinking in the average of three to four per cent increase. "While 2012 had a decrease in inventory, I expect the same for 2013. With our decreased inventory and a small increase in sales, our absorption rate should again decrease a bit, which usually means days on market will decrease also," reported Ken. "I see a more balanced market for buyers and sellers alike. I believe the past eight years remain in the consumer's mind. We are seeing a more cautious buyer and lower debt ratios are coming around." This means a more balanced market for housing. "I believe we will look back on 2013 as a very strong building year towards a healthier Central Alberta real estate market.

4 Day Week!

Our Lady of Mount Pleasant Catholic School (7-12) 39 Mount Pleasant Drive, Camrose T: 780-672-2975 / Principal: Mrs. Pat Olafson

Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013 @ 7 p.m. Students who excel at athletics & academics are making OLMP their school of choice. • • • •

Athletics Academics Community Service Leadership development

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Small class sizes CTS (Career & Technology Studies) Exceptional, well-qualified staff Spiritual & character development

olmp.eics.ab.ca All grades 7 to 12 students in Camrose and surrounding areas are welcome to register.

Central Agencies Home of the Week

Impressive colonial style bi-level

Darrell Rosland By Murray Green

You will love the great location of this immaculately kept colonial style bi-level. Sit back and enjoy the brightness and spacious open feeling in this 1,196 square foot home, which is close to schools, playgrounds and parks. The large welcoming living room is a comfortable setting to entertain friends and family. It leads to a huge dining area and the fabulous kitchen. The bright kitchen features

plenty of beautiful oak cabinets and a handy breakfast bar for quick meals. An attractive window style opening connects the living room to the kitchen. The dining area patio doors allow access to the large deck. An intercom system allows the family to keep in touch. The large master bedroom contains a handy walk-in closet and a three-piece en suite for privacy. Another good-sized bedroom and a four-piece bathroom are also on the main level. The fully developed basement includes a big family L-shaped room with a lovely brick woodburning fireplace and a wet bar. Two additional bedrooms, a utility room, plenty of storage space and a four-piece bathroom finish the layout.

The mature backyard is fenced and landscaped with fruit trees. The rear detached double garage is heated and wired for 220 volts. Extra parking space is available. A new high efficient furnace has been added and the carpets have been upgraded. Included with the purchase are a fridge, stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, window coverings, work bench, built-in vacuum with attachments and an air conditioning unit. You can view this well-kept home at 6206-39 Avenue during an open house to be held on Feb. 16 from 2 to 4 p.m. It is attractively priced to sell at $294,900. For a personal viewing, contact Darrell Rosland at: Central Agencies Inc. 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 780-679-2170 cell

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CENTRAL AGENCIES INC. REAL ESTATE – INSURANCE

Visit our website: centralagencies.com

4870-51 Street, Camrose • Phone 780-672-4495 • 1-800-809-8040

Call us for your free market evaluation!

After Hours: Lorne Broen, 780-679-7797; Frank Hoehn, 780-608-7402; Steve Frost, 780-679-6550; Graham Wideman, 780-679-8384; Matt Banack, 780-608-9733; Matthew Mayer, 780-781-7088; Lyndsey Delwo, 780-678-6117; Darrell Rosland, 780-679-2170. After Hr. Pager: 780-608-1078.

OPEN HOUSES

CAMROSE HOMES OVER $300,000

Thur., February 14, 1-3 p.m. 6218-49 Avenue

GREAT 2-STOREY, 4-BDRM. HOME ... just on south side of golf course. It’s a one-owner home that’s had lots of care. Beautifully landscaped yard front and back. Fenced and well manicured. Definitely a must see home! CA327294 Now asking $369,000

Thur., February 14, 2-4 p.m. #203, 4615-50 Street

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EXCEPTIONAL CONDO – WORRY FREE LIFESTYLE ... across from Jubilee Park, Mirror Lake walking trails, only blocks from city centre! Open, spacious design w/bright windows, lovely kitchen, huge walk-in pantry. Spacious, bright LR, cozy gas FP, large master, en suite, in suite laundry. Elevator, guest suite, easy access to garage and much more! Looking for quality and lifestyle? Call now! Now only $247,900 CA326380

Sat., February 16, 1-3 p.m. #11, 5302-47 Street

STUNNING 2-STOREY IN VALLEYVIEW! ... Lots of appeal! 9’ ceiling, 2 FP, arches, 4 bdrm., 4 baths, MF laundry, spacious living w/flex room on MF and bonus room upstairs. Amazing master 4-pce. en suite, tile surround, corner jet tub, WI closet, large vanity w/makeup counter. 24’x24’ garage w/ sani dump, h/c taps, floor drain, r/i gas line plus RV parking. Good yard, fenced, trees, shed w/dual access, large deck w/gas line, play area. Function and style – be proud to call this your home. See it today! Asking $459,000 CA0004636

EXCITING NEW 1547 SQ. FT. MULTI-LEVEL LOCATED IN CREEKVIEW SUBDIVISION ... 3-bdrm. open concept home is stunning to the eye and extremely functional. Bright kitchen w/centre island, corner pantry, vaulted ceilings, gas FP, MF laundry, 5-pce. en suite plus much more! Asking $364,900 CA322233

EXQUISITE LUXURIOUS HOME ... has everything you’re looking for! Peaceful setting w/direct access to parks and trails. Custom kitchen, tile entry, elegant drapery, formal DR, 2 gas FP. MF master bdrm. w/5-pce. en suite. MF laundry. Walk out bsmt. fully fin. w/2 bdrm., den/media room. Oversized htd. garage, perfectly landscaped. Every detail is perfect! Asking $849,000 CA325529

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EXCEPTIONAL 3-BDRM. CONDO ... w/garage, extra parking space! Close to parks, schools. Exceptional design! Bright open plan w/lots of windows, impressive vaulted ceilings. Perfect for entertaining, exc. open concept kitchen, bright dinette, spacious LR, 3 generous bdrm., 2 baths, MF laundry, private entrance. First home or an investment, it’s a great opportunity! Quality built, immediate possession! CA0002752 Asking $188,900

Sat., February 16, 1-3 p.m. 4427-74 Street

EXCEPTIONAL 1475 SQ. FT. 5-BDRM. MULTILEVEL ... located in Southwest Meadows! Features include tile flooring, vaulted ceilings, 2 FP, large master w/walk-in closets, beautiful 4-pce. en suite w/jetted tub. Fully fin. bsmt. Deck, pie-shaped lot, alley access, RV parking, attached double garage plus much more! Asking $379,900 CA0004600

ANOTHER POPULAR MULTI-LEVEL FLOOR PLAN FROM ZETSEN ... Large windows throughout, beautiful kitchen, vaulted ceilings, great master c/w 4-pce. en suite, heated floor. Rear covered deck, double attached garage, exposed aggregate driveway. Call now for your private showing! Asking $344,900 CA322240

780-672-4495 ACREAGES

Thur., February 14, 2-4 p.m. 3318-52B Street, Creekview

Show Home Open House

GORGEOUS 1638 SQ. FT. A/C WALKOUT BU NGALOW ... overlooking T U WALKO beautiful valley. Lovely kitchen w/centre island, maple cabinets, vaulted ceilings, gas FP, barrel ceiling in hallway, hardwood/ceramic floors, master w/5-pce. en suite, walk-in closet. 24’x24’ garage w/two 8’ doors. Asking $499,900 CA326294

CAMROSE HOMES UNDER $300,000

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EXCEPTIONAL STARTER OR RETIREMENT HOME, BETTER THAN NEW! ... Superbly located by park, playground and west end shopping! Beautiful bungalow featuring an exc. kitchen w/ breakfast bar, walk-in pantry. Lovely LR, bright box bay window, cozy FP. Generous dinette, spacious master, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt., huge family/games room, lots of storage room. With 4 bdrm. and 2 baths, it’s a great opportunity for the younger family or the empty nester. Prof. landscaped yard, large private deck, fenced, exc. garage, paved alley access, RV option and more! It’s all done, just move in! CA0007568 Now only $289,900

Sat., February 16, 1-3 p.m. 7305-42 Avenue Close

GREAT 1240 SQ. FT. A/C HOME ... located in cul-de-sac near parks and west end shopping. Gas FP in LR, tray ceiling in dining area, large master c/w 4-pce. en suite w/jetted tub, awesome wet bar, fin. bsmt. Htd. dble. garage, fenced yard and much more! Asking $354,900 CA0006755

Sat., February 16, 2-4 p.m. 6206-39 Avenue “You’ll like what you see!”

IMPRESSIVE COLONIAL STYLE ... immaculately kept, fresh, bright, fully fin. bi-level. Non-smoking. Great location for schools, parks, playgrounds. Spacious, open. Lge. family kitchen/eating area. Patio doors to lge. deck. Mature, fenced yard. Attractive L-shaped rec room, wood burning FP. Number of upgrades, new rug, hi E furnace. A/C. Ideally set up for home schooling. Lge. 2-car htd. garage for Dad. Asking $294,900 CA0007231

IMPRESSIVE – IMMACULATE – TOTALLY FINISHED ... Just move in! Built as a show home. Spacious open great room floor plan, 9’ ceilings. Flex room. Beautiful hardwood floors and cupboards. Superb kitchen/eating area. Garden doors to lge. deck. MF laundry. Lge. master, 3 baths. Fin. bsmt., in-floor htg. Oversized htd. garage, RV parking, 12’x16’ shed for Dad’s toys. Fenced/ landscaped. Appl. incl. CA326757 Now only $439,900

GREAT FAMILY 2-STOREY – BACKING ONTO FIELD ... You’ll love the private cul-de-sac setting, secluded backyard, views of peaceful countryside. Spacious floor plan, beautiful brick FP in family room w/garden door to private deck. Lovely country kitchen/dinette. 4 baths, MF laundry, dev. bsmt. w/games and family room. Private treed yard and lots more! Call now to view. CA0005779 Asking $305,000

ATTRACTIVE AND INVITING ... with tons of natural light. This beautiful bi-level features hardwood floors, granite countertops, 3-pce. en suite, Navien hot water on demand, partially fin. bsmt. + more! Kitchen showcases oak cabinetry, raised eating bar, corner pantry, plenty of counter/storage space. Open concept living/dining. 22’x22’ detached garage, RV capability, fire pit. Plenty of space for a growing family. Move right in! Quick possession available! Ask $304,500 CA0005287

EXCEPTIONAL CENTURY MEADOWS BUNGALOW ... backing onto park! Impressive quality built Santos home. Exceptional presentation w/11’6” ceilings, beautiful crown mouldings, bordered ceilings, display ledges, hardwood flooring, transom windows. Awesome kitchen, huge island, W/I pantry. Park views from dinette, cozy FP in great room, superb en suite, MF laundry. Amazing bsmt., cozy in-floor heating, huge family/games room, media room. Great yard, heated garage all finished, RV parking, more! You’ll love it! Asking $499,500 CA0004886 E XC E P TI O NALLY PRICED 1538 SQ. FT. MULTI-LEVEL HOME ... close to parks and walking trails. Beautiful kitchen w/huge centre island, maple cabinets, tiled backsplash, corner pantry, vaulted ceilings, 3 bdrm., flex room, master w/5-pce. en suite, walk-in closet. Too much to note, call today! Asking $369,900 CA0002773

ANOTHER IMPRESSIVE FLOOR PLAN BY ZETSEN MASTER BUILDERS INC. ... Close to parks, walking trails, this bright home offers a lovely kitchen w/centre island, corner pantry, plenty of counter space. Vaulted ceilings, open staircase lead to master bdrm. w/4-pce. en suite, walk-in closet. Floor plan showcases bright windows in bsmt. and comes with a fully finished family room. Call today! CA0002772 Asking $395,900 BEAUTIFUL BUNGALOW – V A L L E Y V I E W, by Battle River Homes! ... Front covered verandah, 9’ and coffered ceilings, beautiful hardwood floors, cozy FP, lovely maple cabinetry, granite, large island, pantry, superb MF laundry. Cozy in-floor heating. 24’x28’ garage, covered deck, alley access, options for RV parking, workshop. Finished with elegance! CA0007631 Asking $439,162

GREAT STARTER HOME OR REVENUE PROPERTY ... 1.5-storey w/4 bdrm., MF laundry. 24’x24’ garage, fenced yard. Located in quiet mature area. Now asking $174,900 CA0004376 EXCELLENT DUPLEX IN BEAUTIFUL VA L L E Y V I E W SUBDIVISION! ... Exceptional location and lifestyle! Close to parks, lake and valley walking trails. Features open plan, 9’ ceilings, lovely oak kitchen, spacious dinette and generous master. Great yard, private deck, fenced, garage, alley access, RV parking and more! Better than new! Asking $233,900 CA0006273

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MANY RECENT RENO’S IN THIS AFFORDABLE 2+2 BUNGALOW ... close to downtown and schools. Dble. detached htd. garage, fenced, newer deck. Kitchen upgraded w/white cabinets, new counters. 4-pce. bath, 3-pce. bath, both upgraded. Makes a great starter, rental or retirement property w/something for everyone. Immediate possession! Now asking $185,500 CA0000072

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MAINTENANCE FREE LIVING CLOSE TO DOWNTOWN ... and U of A Augustana Campus. Apartment style condo, no stairs, 2 bdrm., 2 baths incl. 3-pce. en suite. In suite laundry, vinyl windows, covered balcony plus extra storage in bsmt. Great bldg. Asking $187,000 CA0005235

REDUCE D! IMPRESSIVE – SOLID SPACIOUS CHARACTER HOME ... was beautifully restored a few years ago. It needs TLC to restore it to its original grandeur. Located in a nice central neighbourhood w/other beautifully restored and maintained homes. Phone for a viewing. Now only ask $209,900 CA325718

UNIQUE DESIGN ... 3-bdrm., 2-storey w/ upgrades. Large yard, new fence close to park/ reserve in a quiet area. CA0006591 Only asking $240,000

LOCATION – OVERLOOKING A PARK! ... Spacious 3-bdrm. townhouse w/walk-out bsmt. Wonderful kitchen, maple cabinets, large island/ eating bar, pantry, bsmt. dev. 3 baths. CA0005221 Asking $307,499

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COUNT THE UPGRADES! ... Windows, furnace, roof insulation, shingles, weeping tile and more! Hardwood, tile flooring throughout MF. Updated maple cabinets in kitchen. Tile floor, surround w/ built-ins in 4-pce. bath. Low maint. yard with fire pit, BI barbecue area, large deck for entertaining. 22’x28’ detached htd. garage w/9’ ceiling, floor drain, exhaust system. Wow! See it today! Asking $228,500 CA0007191

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IMPRESSIVE CUSTOM BUILT R2000 BUNGALOW, EXCEPTIONAL SETTING, BACKING ONTO GOLF COURSE! ... You’ll love the beautiful park views from the comfort of your home! Spacious open design, vaulted ceilings, open stairwell, beautiful cabinetry. Exceptional kitchen pkg. superb views from bright dinette, private deck. Lovely LR, superb en suite, MF laundry. Huge family/games room, superb workshop w/walkout. RV option. You’ll love the location and lifestyle! NOW $359,900 CA323443

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A PLACE TO CALL HOME! ... This 3-bdrm. bungalow is nestled in a quiet court and has seen many eye-popping renovations over the years! Rich hardwood floors, spacious kitchen w/WI pantry, tiled floors. Large master w/en suite and WI closet space. 2 additional bdrm. complete MF. Bsmt. fin. w/loads of space for family to enjoy. Abundance of storage, mature landscaping, great neighbourhood. Don’t miss out on this one! Call today for your personal tour! Asking $287,900 CA0007140

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PRIME CENTRAL LOCATION ... close to rec centre, hospital, university, schools, parks, shopping. Cozy 4-bdrm. bungalow, garage, hardwood, RV parking, decks, private yard, shed. CA0003468 Now asking $259,000

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5-BDRM. BUNGALOW CLOSE TO JACK STUART SCHOOL! ... Upgraded windows, 1156 sq. ft., double detached garage, fenced. Large kitchen w/ stainless steel appl., plenty of cupboards/counterspace, 2-pce. en suite, in master bdrm. 3 bdrm. up, 2 down. Large living space and bsmt. laundry room. Move right in! CA0006982 Asking $263,000

L O C AT E D ON LARGE LOT IN ROU N D HILL ... G! e x c e l l e n t N EW LI STIN 1571 sq. ft. fully finished a/c home features in-floor heat, triple pane windows, solid doors, gas FP, MF laundry, additional level wall insulation, awesome kitchen c/w corner pantry, centre island, lots of oak cabinets. Oversized 22.5’x28’ fully finished heated garage w/floor drain, 8’ high door. Too much to note, call today for your personal tour! Asking $314,900 CA0007641

FAMILY FRIENDLY HOME IN SUPERIOR LOCATION! ... This 3-bdrm., 2-storey has it all! Bright, open concept floor plan, neutral decor, cozy gas FP. You’ll love the convenience of laundry room located upstairs with all bdrms. Dbl. detached garage, RV parking, fully fenced. Excellent opportunity to own a larger home for reasonable price in superior location. Asking $319,500 CA0004853

EXCEPTIONAL WALK OUT BUNGALOW ON VALLEY – AWESOME VIEWS! ... Wow! 4800 sq. ft. of dev. living space. Exciting, bright open floor plan, porcelain tile, hardwood, lovely staircase. Coffered ceilings, amazing beachwood kitchen, granite. Awesome 2-sided FP, exceptional master, MF laundry, cozy in-floor htg. on all floors! Huge deck, covered patio, triple htd. garage. Lots more, you’ll love it! Asking $995,000 CA325504

IMPRESSIVE 5-BDRM. BUNGALOW – IN VALLEYVIEW! ... Located close to parks, walking trails. 9’ and vaulted ceilings, beautiful presentation w/arches, columns, display ledges, accent lighting, hardwood flooring, lots of bright windows, lovely LR, beautiful kitchen cabinetry, granite counter tops, BI pantry, superb dinette. Covered deck, private courtyard. Awesome ensuite, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt., huge family/media room. Superb yard, fenced, irrigation system, RV parking and more! Asking $429,900 CA0006939

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N EW – GREAT VERY APPEALING – IMMACULATE LOCATION ... backing onto Mirror Lake. Direct access to lake walking path. Spacious 1560 sq. ft. beautifully upgraded. Lovely LR, FP, lge. formal DR. Patio doors to lge. private patio overlooking park. Bright family kitchen. MF laundry. 3+2 bdrm., 3 baths. Newly fin. bsmt. Access to 2-car garage. Fenced yard. Now only ask $374,500 CA327388

DAYSLAND – A REAL GEM! ... You’ll say “wow” when you see this beauty! If you demand perfection be sure to view. Beautiful oak floors. Oak is featured throughout. Vaulted ceiling. Bright impressive LR, lovely gas FP. Superb kitchen with large everyday dining area. Garden door to lge. covered patio. MF laundry. Beautiful fully fin. lower level. Oversized htd. garage. Beautiful landscaped yard. Asking $289,900 CA0001605

EXCELLENT FAMILY HOME IN CENTURY MEADOWS ... close to Jack Stuart School. 3+2 bdrm. bi-level totally finished up and down. Hardwood floors, A/C. Htd. garage, RV parking. Asking $349,900 CA0006913

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Call now for details! Starting from $299,162

Parkside and walk-outs 1157 sq. ft. on main floor Maple hardwood and cabinetry Granite

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BEAUTIFUL 2010 CUSTOM BUILT 1518 SQ. FT. BUNGALOW on 6.99 ACRES ... Triple pane windows, in-floor heat, gas FP, stunning kitchen w/hickory cabinets, corner pantry, great master w/walk-in closet, 4-pce. en suite, teardrop shaped driveway, 26’x26’ garage, 100’ of wrap around covered decking and exc. views of AB prairies. Call today for your personal showing! CA0001983 Now asking $535,000

37+ ACRES 10 MIN. NW OF CAMROSE ... 2200+ sq. ft. character country home plus 1200 sq. ft. entertainment space. Solid barn, 39’x60’ quonset, 24’x24’ garage, dugout, fenced and more! Working country kitchen w/great charm, walk-in pantry, double oven, good counter space. Beautiful hardwood floors, formal dining area, wood FP, library and loft. Mature yardsite, good recreational land or for animals. Great opportunity, see it today! Asking $549,900 CA0000865

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A GREAT OPPORTUNITY! ... 137.46 acres of potential development land at Dried Meat Lake w/ some lake front. 60 acres of cult. land and some gas well revenue. Asking $498,900 CA325301

LOOKING FOR PERFECTION? ... Be sure to view this great combination. Operate your business here and enjoy the 79.69 acres hobby farm. Fenced horse pasture, 40’x60’x14’ multi-use custom shop built in 2009 to perfection w/long list of extras. 40’x64’ equip. shed w/14’x20’ door. 14’x76’ 3-bdrm. mobile. Good well. 60 acres grain land. Surface lease $3,200/year. Manicured yard, one mile to highway, 20 min. from Camrose. You’ll be proud to call this home. CA0007739 Asking $479,000

Main floor laundry No condo fees Superb open plan 9’ ceilings

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Phase III Southwest Meadows Walk-outs, Park Side, Alley Access Locations 75 Residential Lots From…$74,690 12 Townhouse Lots – Walk-out, Park Side Call now for details! MULTI-FAMILY LOT NOW AVAILABLE We offer one 2.5 acre parcel CA298482

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PEACEFUL COUNTRY LIVING … on 5 lots in Kelsey. Manageable acreage living on .86 of an acre. 2004 modular on ICF block bsmt. with 9’ ceiling and infloor heat. 1518 sq. ft., 4 bdrm. up, a/c, hardwood/cork flooring, stainless appliances, granite counters, MF laundry and wrap-around deck with hot tub – wow! Well produces over 10 GPM! 24’x40’ Shop with 220 and 10’ door. Awesome opportunity for no hassle acreage living – see it today. Asking $344,900 CA0007252

Walk-out Bungalow Townhouses – Parkside Location – by Battle River Homes 4 2 AVAILABLE!

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME ... on this fully treed piece of bare land consisting of 3.76 acres. Only a couple of minutes east of Camrose! CA0004734 Asking $150,000 CHARACTER ACREAGE CLOSE TO CAMROSE ... 2-storey house, oak cupboards, 4 bdrm., studio REDUCE D! room, 3 garages. Great view – a must see! CA0003343 Now asking $339,000

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BEAUTIFUL CUSTOM BUILT BUNGALOW – AMAZING VIEWS! ... You’ll love the lifestyle with valley views, parks and walking trails close by! Quality built, 1547 sq. ft. home features bright open plan, 11’ coffered ceilings, open stairwell, beautiful hardwood and tile flooring. Exceptional kitchen, lots of cabinetry, huge island, walk-in pantry, granite counter tops. Views from great room, dinette. Superb master and en suite, MF laundry! Excellent bsmt., in-floor htg., huge family/media room. Great yard, vinyl fencing, A/C, 22’x24’ garage and lots more! It’s all done, you’ll love it! Asking $463,900 CA0001565

CLOSE TO MIRROR LAKE AND JUBILEE PARK! ... Excellent location, zoned R3. Character 1-1/2 storey 3-bdrm. home w/spacious living/dining room, MF laundry, 2 baths, large sun-porch. 59’x120’ lot. Lots of potential! CA0005179 Asking $209,500

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SPACIOUS 1331 SQ. NFT. BI-LEVEL IN VALLEYVIEW! ... The garage of your dreams! 28’x32’, 12 ft. ceiling, RI heat, bathroom plus RV parking! Hardwood/tile floors, stainless appliances, MF laundry, cozy corner kitchen w/pantry, lots of counter space, granite sink, handy desk. Awesome master bdrm. w/dble. door WI closet for her, 2nd closet for him plus 3-pce. en suite w/ oversized tiled shower. Bsmt. open for development, ask for plans at the office. Covered deck w/ gas RI plus lower tier and fenced! CA0007461 Asking $398,500

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! EXCE THE PERFECT PRIVATE TREEDWOW ACREAGE, GETAWAY! ... Very secluded setting w/6.8 acres that offers a restful country lifestyle. Features 1160 sq. ft. 3-bdrm. mobile w/vaulted ceilings, lovely country kitchen, lots of cabinetry. Superb carousel dinette, spacious master, superb en suite. New shingles, siding. Small hobby shop, pole shed, storage sheds. Private getaway w/lots of potential. Call now to view! CA320948 Reduced to $199,900 16.48 ACRES ... 5 km east of Holden just off Hwy.14. Peaceful setting, great spot to build. Water line, gas line run through property. Now asking $120,000 CA293010

GREAT FAMILY BUNGALOW ... that’s had lots of upgrades. Hardwood floors, ceramic tile, new doors, windows (except front window), baseboards and casings. Comes w/six appl. Be sure to view this one! Asking $244,900 CA0002877

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AMAZING CUSTOM BUILT WALKOUT BUNGALOW IN VALLEYVIEW! ... Premier valley and cul-de-sac location. Exceptional quality, impressive floor plan. 10’ and 14’ ceilings, open stairwell, beautiful hardwood flooring, extra large windows, transom windows, plus custom cabinetry, granite throughout. Amazing kitchen, tower cabinets, huge island. Awesome great room, dinette with views. Superb master, 3 cozy FP, MF laundry. Exc. bsmt., in-floor heating, huge family/ games area, custom bar, 3 bdrm. Beautiful yard, huge covered deck, private courtyard, A/C. Superb 25’x35’ garage. Asking $797,700 CA0004426

WOW! IT’S THE PERFECT PLACE TO BUILD YOUR DREAM HIDEAWAY! ... Quiet Hills Estates is located near Miquelon Lake Provincial Park, Bird Sanctuary and Golf Course. Come and discover a restful country lifestyle in a peaceful and natural setting, you’ll love it! 6 unique Cul-de-sac lots that are treed, private and excellent walkout opportunities. Located just off Hwy 623, it’s an easy commute to Nisku or Camrose. Hurry, it’s the lifestyle you always dreamed of! CA0003323 Priced from $84,000 to $154,000

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GREAT OPPORTUNITY! ... Bare lot bordering 48th Avenue and 46th Street in Camrose. Close to schools, downtown. Zoned DC. CA0004722 Asking $150,000 FOUR INDIVIDUALLY TITLED AND SERVICED TOWNHOUSE LOTS OVERLOOKING PARK! ... It’s a great location for your next project. Call now for all the details! Asking $215,000 CA298468

IDEALLY LOCATED WEST END MULTI-FAMILY CORNER LOT! ... Phone for info. CA0007417

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