The CAMROSE BOOSTER, February 13, 2024 – Page 23
Chamber 114th AGM By Lori Larsen
Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce held its 114th annual general meeting on February 7 at the Days Inn and Conference Centre by Wyndham Camrose Norsemen. Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce president elect (inducted during February 7 meeting) Lana Gunderson called the meeting to order welcoming invited dignitaries, all Chamber members and guests. Greetings were given by Member of Parliament for Battle River-Crowfoot, Damien Kurek (presented by Pamela Duggan), Premier of Alberta Danielle Smith (read by Gunderson), Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely (read by Gunderson), Camrose County Reeve Cindy Trautman, City of Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko and, on behalf of the Alberta Chambers of Commerce, president Shauna Feth.
of Kroeger Joyce Inman Chartered Professional Accountants. Referring to the Statement of Financial Position October 31, 2023, Kroeger indicated that the cash in the bank for 2023 was $328,843 versus $334,302 in 2022, with total assets of $372,824 and net assets of $306,572. The total revenues for 2023 were $373,605 versus 2022 of $378,579 and total expenses for 2023, $379,763 versus 2022 of $353,715. “At the end of the year there was a bit of a loss, just under $10,000 ($9,983). That wasn’t anything that was causing concern, just a number of small items that were different year over year. Looking back at the balance sheet the Chamber does have the resources it needs to be able to meet objectives.” Kroeger noted a few highlights in revenues this year versus last, particularly the Small Business Week
After the acknowledgement of the 2023 retiring board members Dean Duran, Louis Sequeria, and Kim Meyer-Hockley, City of Camrose Mayor PJ Stasko inducted the 2023 newly elected board of directors consisting of: president, Lana Gunderson; 1st vicepresident, Jennifer Fossen; 2nd vice-president, Marilou Yampolsky; past president, Julie Girard; current director serving second year of term Jane Beck; current directors letting their names stand for re-election for a one-year term, Thomas Hill and Gayle Holtz, and incoming directors for two-year term, Wade Cummings and Garret Zetsen. Outgoing president Sebastian D’eschambeault shared a message, read in his absence, by Gunderson. “The Chamber of Commerce had a very busy year in 2023,” noted
Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster
The Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce 2023 board members and executive pictured left to right are Julie Girard (past president), Marilou Yampolsky (2nd vice-president), Wade Cummings (incoming new director), Jane Beck (recurring director), Garret Zetsen (incoming new director), Jennifer Fossen (1st vice-president), Gayle Holtz (recurring director) and president Lana Gunderson. Missing from photo was Thomas Hill (recurring director) and Chamber executive director Aaron Morris.
“ACC is very proud to represent over 108 Community Chambers, over 22,500 businesses across the province and that includes over a 1,000 volunteers,” said Feth. “Your volunteerism and support of your local Chamber is incredibly valued in this province.” Gunderson welcomed new members, acknowledged life members and past presidents and recognized five inductees into the President’s Quarter Century Club, for 25 continuous years of membership, investment in and support of the Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce and business community. The 2023 Review Engagement Analysis Report (financial report) was presented by Brandon Kroeger
this year of $36,960, versus nothing reported on that item line in 2022. “The only reason for that is because both of the events were held in this fiscal year.” The other item in revenues, Kroeger pointed out was that nothing was reported on the Chamber Market item line for 2023 because it was not in place this year. The net income from all activities for 2023 was $59,727 versus $65,226. “Again it was down a little bit but it is kind of just a small amount. Overall the board and the staff did a good job managing the Chamber.” A motion was made and carried to accept the 2023 Financial Review as presented.
D’eschambeault, in his message. “I would like to invite each and every member to participate in the many networking opportunities that allow you to get to know your Chamber better and the benefits we offer your business to succeed.” Gunderson, on behalf of D’eschambeault and herself thanked the Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce administrative assistants Shelly Jans and Holly Barry for their continued hard work and dedication to the Chamber and its members. The next Chamber general meeting will be held on March 6. For more information on the Camrose & District Chamber of Commerce, visit the website at camrosechamber.ca.
Annette Marian Whelen
May 2, 1939 ~ February 6, 2024 It is with great sadness the family of Annette Marian Whelen of Holden, Alberta, announce her passing on February 6, 2024, at the age of 84, after a short battle with cancer, surrounded by her children at the Viking Hospital. Annette was born in Myrnam in 1939, while the family lived near Beauvallon, Alberta. After the twins, Annette and Anna, were born, the family moved to Clandonald and lived on the King place. Dad got his own place east of Clandonald. The twins started school when they were seven years old. Annette quit school when she was 15 years old. Annette worked at the hotel and at Leon Roberge’s store. She moved to Edmonton and worked with Mrs. Hauk with Social Services until 1957. Annette returned to Mannville and worked at the Mannville Hospital until she got married to Maurice Semeniuk in 1960. They lived on a farm in the Mannville area and raised five children – Maryann, Sally, Susan, Gordon and Judy. They lost one baby boy, Johnny, at 11 months old in 1965. Annette and Maurice lived on the farm until 1981, when they moved into Mannville. Annette started working at the Mannville Hospital again until 1997. Maurice passed away in 1996. In 1999, Annette remarried to Chester Whelen and moved to Holden in 2003. Annette will be forever remembered by her Family: Children: Maryann Semeniuk (Gordon Falls), Sally (George) Waselenchuk, Susan McIntyre, Gordon (Chrystal) Semeniuk, and Judy Candy. Grandchildren: Crystal Candy, Kyle McIntyre, Brian (Sharee) Candy, Steven Semeniuk, Vanessa (Aaron Joe) Kiss, Kayla (Bobby) Preston, and Alex Semeniuk. Great-Grandchildren: Aurora MacMillan, Dawson MacMillan, Carson Candy, Trey Kiss, Dominic McIntyre, Calla Kiss, Theo Preston, Kaisley Candy and Jade Preston. Sisters: Lillian Brooks, Marie Wascherol, Anna Berwanger, and Hilda (Max) Betz. Brothers: Jimmy Gratton, Robert (Gail) Gratton, Arthur (Linda) Gratton and Eugene (Lorrie) Gratton. Annette was predeceased by: Parents: Hilda and Arthur Gratton. Husband: Chester Whelen. First Husband: Maurice Semeniuk. Son: Johnny Semeniuk. Grandson: David Candy. Sisters: Marion Doyle and Irene Elless. Brothers: Charlie Gratton, Tony Gratton, Tommy Gratton and Francois Gratton. The family would like to express our thanks for the care given at the Viking Health Centre. Annette will be cremated as per her request. A Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, February 17, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Holy Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 5208-53 Avenue, Viking, Alberta. Family and friends are welcome to a luncheon and refreshments that will follow the funeral service downstairs in the church hall. Interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
In loving memory of
Evelyn Lucille Adam
January 31, 2023 ~ September 8, 2023 So cry not a tear of sorrow, but one of happiness To have shared a love so precious, no one can forget And you’re just a dream away. Forever in our hearts, the Adam family
Happy Valentine’s Payton! Love you!
Grandma & Papa 2024
Nana loves the Schielke-Ellis family! Happy Valentine’s Day!