March 12, 2024 Camrose Booster

GOES TO Camrose Skating Club

It has been another long, but fruitful season for nearly 100 skaters who are enthusiastic about taking their on-ice skill to the next level Their season of improvement, fun and formal training will come to an exciting conclusion on

Friday, March 15 at 6:30 p.m. at the Encana Arena, Camrose.

Camrose Skating Club, with the theme "Goes to Summer Camp", is a delightful presentation by eager-to-perform skaters as young as three years of age At the other end of the age spectrum are highly polished, very skilled, amateur teenage skaters who, after many years of dedicated learning, will wow you with the ability to achieve complex choreographed moves on the ice surface with impressive accuracy You do not have to be affiliated with this Club or any skating program to come out and enjoy this ice show Attend to simply cheer on area skaters and their coaching staff who are proud of their work this year and are looking forward to the chance to perform before a large, hometown crowd This quality entertainment is very inexpensive –just $5 per person, and kiddies age five and under can enter and enjoy for free

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Photos by Ron Pilger

By Lori Larsen

The Hospice Society of Camrose and District (HSCD) is hosting the third “Fashion for Funds” Fashion Show on Thursday, March 28, doors open at 6 p.m., at the Days Inn & Conference Centre by Wyndham Camrose Norsemen.

The fashion show will feature an incredible spring line-up of current fashions from four of Camrose’s local fashion suppliers including women’s, men’s and children’s apparel.

Models are all volunteers from the community willing to take the stage,

flaunt some fashion and provide a little “entertainment” for the crowd.

This year’s emcee, 17-year-old Jaiden Burnstad, winner of the 2023 Camrose 4-H Beef Club senior public speaking award and one of the two incredibly talented “Ariels” in the recent Churchmice production of The Little Mermaid, will no doubt bring a certain “je ne sais quoi” to the event.

The evening will also feature a silent auction of items generously donated by community individuals and businesses, a 50/50

Hospice hosts Fashion for Funds

draw and cash bar for those wishing to partake in a little “spirited” refreshment.

“As a not-for-profit society, the Hospice Society of Camrose and District hosts events, such as the ‘Fashion for Funds’ Fashion Show, to raise funds to support the end of life and grief support care HSCD offers to our community and surrounding area,” commented HSCD volunteer and Fashion Show committee member Pat Carlson.

Prior to the fashion show beginning at 7 p.m., attendees will enjoy a variety of charcuterie offerings with oil tastings provided at each table, desserts and refreshments, while mingling with other generous supporters of the Hospice Society of Camrose and District.

“ The fashion show is always a fun event,” said Carlson. “And what better cause to support than our local Hospice.”

Events such as these take a great deal of time to plan and organize, and wonderful volunteers to bring the plans to fruition in order to not only host fun events like this for the community, but also to build awareness and support to the not-for-profit organizations, such as the Hospice, that offer so much for so many in our communities.

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Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Pictured, left to right, are Hospice Society of Camrose and District board secretary Evelyn Carrington, treasurer

Selina Read and member Pat Carlson.

Feeling sunny

Sometimes–even when you do something stupid–a situation turns out so well you almost don’t believe it.

Back in January over breakfast with friends, I speculated that my less-than-sunny mood might have been a result of grey-sky days. I was pining for sunshine. My friends recommended that I purchase a sunlamp.

Later that week, I was in one of those sell-everything drug stores (electronics, furniture, clothing, groceries, household goods and, oh yes, a pharmacy). Turned out that they did indeed sell sunlamps–in the pharmacy department!

A pharmacist helped me pick out a sunlamp–a small compact model that would sit unobtrusively on my desk and flood me with pretend sunlight.

Back home, I looked forward to basking in pretend sunlight.

It was not that simple. The sunlamp was compact but the packaging was not. Eventually I unearthed all the components, assembled them, and did my best to follow the instructions but could not get the sunlamp to function. I did not feel sunny. ***

It took a couple of weeks before it was convenient to get back to the sell-everything drug store. Armed with my sunlamp re-packed in the box, along with the instructions and my receipt, I stood in line behind people waiting to have prescriptions filled. At the front of the line, I explained my problem. The young woman had to search for a plug-in and consult one of her colleagues, but she figured it out. She gave me a tutorial about exactly what I had to do to make the sunlamp work. I tried it myself a few times before I left. ***

Back home, it worked. I did bask in pretend sunlight. Since the sunlamp was now working, I threw the box and receipt into the recycle bin.

Then one day, the sunlamp stopped working. I followed the same steps, but it simply did not work. I regretted having thrown away the receipt.

For a couple of months it was an irritation. It didn’t seem right to throw the sunlamp away (drive to an eco-station?) and without a receipt there was no point in trying to return it. Every time I noticed it, I did not feel sunny. ***

Last week, I was going to be near the sell-everything drug store so I took the sunlamp back. I didn’t think they could fix it, but at least they could dispose of it.

Again, I stood behind people waiting to speak with a pharmacist. At the front of the line was the same young woman who’d helped me the first time. (What are the odds?)

Again, she had to plug it in and again she consulted a colleague. He could make it work. She could not. The reason? He was strong enough to press hard enough on the power button located under protective covering. She was not strong enough. Neither was I.

I said I’d like to leave the sunlamp there, because there was no point in having it when I couldn’t turn it on.

To my surprise, the young woman said, “Let’s see if we can work something out.”

She called the store supervisor and explained the situation, including that I did not have a receipt. The supervisor said, “Do you know when you purchased it?” I said, “Sometime in January.” The supervisor checked some things and said, “It was probably January 4 and you probably paid $179 for it.” That sounded about right.

They found me another sunlamp–still compact but with an olden-days switch I could actually turn on. I was thrilled. I thanked them and began to walk away when they said, “Wait, there’s still your refund.” They calculated the difference in cost between the one I probably bought in January and the one they’d just given me. I walked out with a sunlamp that works and a refund of $62! ***

Sometimes – even when you do something stupid–it turns out so well you almost don’t believe it. I’m basking, and it’s not just the pretend sunlight! ***

I’d love to hear from you. If you have comments about this column or suggestions for future topics, send an email to Bonnie@BonnieHutchinson.com I’ll happily reply within two business days.

Fading community

Our community is fading. It started with the closure of the Downtown Camrose Business Association. The loss is obvious in the comparison of the pre-2023 downtown market to the 2023 market experience. The market was everything that great public spaces should be: inviting naturally shaded spaces to linger and visit, food vendors, local onsight businesses spilling out onto the streets, kids playing with bubbles, farm fresh stalls, handicrafts and live music. It was fulsome as an event. The 2023 market was hot, unshaded, experienced a massive loss of quality vendors, had no connections to the businesses in place on Main Street and lost the feel of a welcome place to linger with friends. It was and is a massive loss for Camrose as a place to be.

The fading continues with the Chamber of Commerce decision to move Jaywalkers’ Jamboree to the CRE. Hosting Jaywalkers’ in our downtown core has a massive financial benefit to our local businesses and even more than that, creates a place to be, for community, for vibrancy, for keeping our downtown alive. Jaywalkers’ Jamboree is the atmosphere, the opportunities for connection, the shaded streets and the opportunity to check out small businesses and the rides. It’s also the only time that some Camrosians come downtown. The event creates and maintains a vibrant community for all of Camrose not just the downtown core.

To pick up the losses, Love Local Camrose, a volunteer run effort, organized two well attended events. Why should a community of our size have to rely on volunteers to organize vital events that create community and keep our community alive? Volunteerism is great for supporting events and community, but we cannot expect volunteers to provide community life support.

This is the responsibility of our City council, and our institutions like the Chamber of Commerce and the now defunct downtown business association. These organizations and more have a responsibility beyond the interests of

business owners. They are part of the social fabric that makes up our community. Our downtown is more than the businesses that are located there; it’s the people who live there, the people who visit and shop there, it’s the notfor-profits, it’s the church community and the public space for all. Don’t snuff out our remaining light. Chamber of Commerce, please reconsider.

Carole Preston, Camrose

Jaywalkers’ moving

My colleagues and I were dumbfounded to read this. It seems to make no sense and I’ve already heard that many will not be able to attend, because of the problems of packing up children, strollers, diaper bags and loading all into the car...for a few hours of carnival. Adults go to shop local and bump into friends and families they don’t often see, some that are local and many who have returned home, specifically for the fun and familiar gathering of this long time event and tradition.

Kids go for the rides, many of us walk there, because we can and that’s part of the engagement with our community. Adults will go downtown to visit local businesses, bump into friends and cash in on sales, just as they always have for more than 50 years.

Our children will be the big losers here. They will not be able to walk to the safety of downtown for the carnival with their friends. This event is as much for our local business community as it is a family event – you’ve missed the mark on all points.

Barbara Anderson, Camrose

Good stuff

First the “good stuff.”

Many thanks to Geraint Osborne for his excellent article in the February 27, edition of The Booster on the value of community newspapers. If you haven’t read it, grab a copy and do so.

Within The Camrose Booster , we get a laughout-loud treat each week with the Booster Banter, Bonnie Hutchinson dishes up food for thought, and Murray Green and Lori Larsen are out and about highlighting events in the

community. The “Booster Shot” selections are very applicable to daily life, and the “25 and 50 Years Ago” column is a reminder of just how fast that life is swishing by. And let’s not forget the “Just Sayin’” space that allows people like me to air an opinion, something that wouldn’t be allowed in some countries.

A super big congratulations to Bob Bailey on being one of five chosen from across Canada for the MusicCounts Teacher of the Year Award. With all of the research on how valuable music is in all areas of life, it’s amazing that parents aren’t lined up clamoring to get their children into band and choir. We wish you the best of luck, Bob. You deserve it.

There are many things to be thankful for here in Camrose. Here are just a few: Augustana University, two performing art venues, music opportunities, theatre groups, aquatic centre and other sports facilities. Feel free to add your favourites to the list.

And now for the “not so good stuff.”

We are quite fond of our black and green bins, but not so fond of what is happening with them. The present company has not been nearly as competent as the past company. There have been many complaints in The Booster and social media platforms concerning the treatment of the bins, the incompetency of the drivers, and the demands for bins to be placed out on the street. It’s time to rethink that decision.

And now it has been decided to move Jaywalkers’ Jamboree out to the CRE. Our first consideration needs to be for the businesses and citizens of Camrose and the history of the Jaywalkers’ Jamboree, not West Coast Amusements’ “carrot” of bigger and more rides. Jaywalkers’ Jamboree has been a highlight and delight of our downtown area for decades and not something we want to lose. Again, it’s time to rethink that decision, too.

Carolyn and Lloyd Olson, Camrose

By Murray Green Camrose Kodiaks face the Drayton Valley Thunder in the first round of Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) playoffs.

In the first game, Drayton Valley needed overtime to win 5-4 on March 7. Camrose scored the first four goals and then it was all Thunder with five straight tallies.

Ty Hodge scored twice with Garrett Thom and

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• Telus operators in Camrose had a party to celebrate Freda Kushnerick’s 35 years of service. Helping Freda cut an anniversary cake was Telus Operator Services Team Leader, Susan Odegard. Freda was a very dedicated Telus employee, not having a single sick day in the past six years.

• Hazel Dingman of Ohaton won $5,000 in Safeway Gift Certificates in the Safeway

Kodiaks face the Thunder

Ludovik Tardif netting single markers. Drayton Valley’s overtime goal was on the power play. Goalie Carson Ironside stopped 21 of 26 shots, while his teammates fired 30 shots at the Thunder cage. The Kodiaks fought back to tie the series with a 2-1 win on March 8. In the third contest, Camrose won 5-3 on March 10.

In the last game of the regular season on March 1,

the Canmore Eagles beat Camrose 7-2 to finish ahead of them in the final standings. The loss meant that Camrose travels to Drayton Valley instead of Fort McMurray.

Sam Lozinski of the Kodiaks came to play as he scored his 21st and 22nd tallies of the year. The Eagles were tied 1-1 after the first period, but were ahead 3-1 after 40 minutes.

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- Lever Pond’s $50,000 Great Grocery GiveAway Jerry McVeeters, of Lever Pond’s and Rob Howe, Manager of the Canada Safeway Store in Camrose, presented the giant gift certificate to Hazel.

• David Leoni turned in a strong final leg to help Team Alberta to win a gold medal in the 3 by 7.5 km biathlon relay at the Canada Winter Games. Leoni, a Grade 11 student at the Camrose Composite High School, finished with a relay time of 27:19.0, only seconds slower than teammate Colin Bell, who started the race. Combined time of the three Alberta racers was 1:26:20.0, which was 2:36.0 faster than second place British Columbia and 3:15.0 ahead of third place Ontario.

• Camrose City Council amended its Temporary Borrowing Bylaw to permit temporary borrowing at an interest rate not in excess of 10 percent, changed from 9 percent. The amendment became necessary when the present bank interest rate was raised from 9 to 9.25 percent. Alderman Gerrie Dey felt that the City should not have to pay interest in excess of the Prime Rate and proposed a motion that “investments be made at the various branches of banks in Camrose to determine where the best borrowing rate can be obtained”. The motion carried.

• About 40 Cubs from Edmonton 41st were weekend guests of an equal number of Camrose 2nd Cubs. They arrived in Camrose on Friday evening and spent the night at the homes of Camrose Cubs. They were officially welcomed by Mayor R. D. Swanson and Reverend Ken Martin of Camrose United Church, which was the home base for the weekend activities. Saturday’s program included tours of Radio Station CFCW, the Museum and the Hutterite Colony; a basketball game at Camrose Composite High School, toboganning in Jubilee Park, films, and a skating party and campfire on Mirror Lake. The visiting Cubs departed at noon Sunday following attendance at the churches of their choice and lunch at the United Church.

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Lougheed Centre to celebrate 10 years

By Murray Green

Can you believe it? The Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre will be announcing its 10th season of shows on June 13 at 7 p.m.

“To help with the Season Launch we are welcoming Travis Dolter to open up the evening and Paul Woida to close it out. In between, we will talk about our upcoming shows.

“It seems like yesterday, but it has been 10 years. I just can’t believe it. November 1 is the actual anniversary, so we are planning some very good shows that weekend for everyone to enjoy. I landed some good shows and then they came at me and asked to move to another day. I’m

hoping to secure great acts for the weekend. This year we will be bringing back a couple of shows that were real highlight moments over the past 10 years,” said Nick Beach, LPAC general manager.

“We want to keep our launch shorter, but we want to let people know why we brought the acts in that we did. It is the behind the scene stories that we want to share,” said Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye, marketing and sponsorship coordinator.

“It’s a big year for us and it is about celebrating the shows and artists we have had in the building. Right now it is sponsorship drive time,” continued Jeff. “Space is limited for sponsorships, so we want to get

The celebration will last all year. “We want people to reminisce about the great shows we have had over the past 10 years. It is also cool to hear from artists who want to perform here because it is our 10th anniversary,” added Jeff.

The anniversary season will have about 40 shows. That includes the outdoor shows, plaza series, cabaret, regular and children’s programing.

“If we go above 40, it will be a growth of our outdoor and plaza series in the summer. We get to the point that there is only so much time on the calendar. We still save dates for Churchmice, high school shows and dance. Last year, was a test for the plaza series. We learned the importance of growing that, is really high priority to create a regular predictable series that our community can depend on to either have guests come to the community to enjoy in the summer or to plan for that. Also, for our community to have an opportunity to enjoy programing in the summer as well. We intentionally have those shows mid-week because we know people have busy weekends in the summer,” explained Nick.

The Lougheed Centre is planning for artists in residency again this year.

“What is fascinating about our sponsors, is that they have a purpose. They want to sponsor certain shows or children’s programing. Some just want to connect to the community or connect to an artist. It is fun to have those conversations. We hope that businesses sponsor more live streaming,” said Nick.

“Our sponsors become like family. We have great two-way conversations with people,” added Jeff.

“It’s not just 10 years in the community, but 10 years of serving our local supporters. We are here to develop art in the community,” shared Nick.

“Our art gallery has really opened up opportunities for local artists. Our building

is busy all of the time. We have about 300 events a year. People come here just to visit

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Travis Dolter will play at the Season Launch.

the gallery,” said both Jeff and Nick.

Lougheed Centre to celebrate 10 years

“One of the most fun things that has happened with this building that a lot of Camrosians probably don’t know or realize is that, not only are we playing this critical role in the community, but the by-product of that is we have become a major anchor and player in the delivery of performing arts in Canada.

“We are an anchor that make a lot of tours happen. We are a leader among our peers in terms of training, development and bringing peers together. The role we play in the culture of the arts in our region, Alberta and Canada, is important in rural communities and we are a part of that,” shared Nick.

In the past, most artists would book Edmonton and Calgary before going to Vancouver. Now they look at how they can add Camrose and other smaller centres into the mix. The Lougheed Centre has changed how artists view smaller centres.

“We are drawing people from Calgary, Drumheller and east of the city, so we are helping with tourism. This one family I talked to, there were about 10 of them, told me how they planned the day. They got hotel rooms, went out for supper, got cabs to tour or shop and it was a day of fun for them. For me, that makes me happy because people are coming to Camrose,” said Jeff.

“When we had Darina Harvey playing live streaming, we had people from all over the world listening to the show here. We had people from Germany, Austria, Australia and New Zealand who watched the show live. It is fun to see that happen,” added Nick.

Travis Dolter will open the Season Launch. Infuse together an abundance of energy, a witty sense of humour, an engaging stage presence with solid vocals and you have Travis. Combine this with stories, acoustic interludes, outstanding harmonies, memorable solos, and comical stage banter and you have revealed a hint of the performance that you will experience.

Performing since he was six years old, Travis has earned top honours in prestigious competitions and has been nominated for several Country Music Alberta awards, including the 2022 Fans Choice Award.

Travis always draws the crowd in as he shares relatable backstories that inspire each of his originals. This allows the audience to step back into their own memories, placing themselves in the songs and reliving them together with Travis, as each unique upbeat song captures a moment in life. Come be immersed in the memorable stage performance.

Paul Woida is a Canadian contemporary Chris-

tian singer/songwriter/ master looper. A looper records sounds and plays back melodies and rhythms using instruments and their voice. Paul turns heads everywhere he goes with his catchy hooks, vocals, unique live show and incredible musicianship.

Paul graduated from MacEwan University with diplomas in both Composition and Drum Set Performance.

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Hospice fashion fundraiser

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With a mission to enable the community to support those facing advancing illness, death and bereavement with dignity through education and compassionate care, the Hospice Society of Camrose and District (HSCD) offers a variety of services and programs for people of all ages.

Some of the programs include: palliative and end-of-life care; grief companioning; support groups for parents, suicide loss, children, teens and adults, grief walking group; men’s cooking circle; caregiver support and cancer survivor support; and the iPad loan program.

For more information on the Camrose and District Hospice and the services and programs offered or if you are interested in becoming a Hospice volunteer, visit the website at www.camrosehospice.org

The HSCD is grateful for the generous support by local businesses and com-

munity members which enables them to bring back the Fashion Show for the third year. Anyone wishing to become a sponsor to assist in covering the cost of the Fashion Show event or donations to the Hospice Society of Camrose and District are encouraged to contact board member Pat Carlson at 780-781-9716.

“Fundraising is vital in order to be able to offer all these services to the community and we are very grateful for all the support we have received and hopefully continue to receive,” said HSCD treasurer Selina Read.

Tickets for the “Fashion for Funds” Fashion Show are available at Duff Layton’s Men’s Wear; Fringe Benefits; From Kicks to Kids; Twig Boutique; Vinesation Olive Oils & Vinegars; the Hospice office (5415-49 Avenue, lower level of Mirror Lake Centre) or from Hospice board members.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

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Camrose & District FCSS, one stop for community social needs

By Lori Larsen

On January 1, 2023, the goal to restructure Camrose and District Support Services (CDSS) in order to position the organization to best respond to community social needs, came to fruition with the incorporation of the new society, Camrose & District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS).

Since 1967, (then CDSS) has been distributing family and community support services (FCSS) grant funding to multiple community organizations to deliver preventative social supports to individuals, families and communities.

“The provincial Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Grant Program is an 80/20 funding partnership between the Government of Alberta, participating municipalities and Métis Settlements to design and deliver local preventive social services to improve the well-being of individuals, families, and communities,” explained Camrose & District FCSS executive director Lyndel Kasa.

Camrose & District FCSS is a multi-municipal agreement including the municipalities of Camrose County, City of Camrose, and the Villages of Bawlf, Bittern Lake, Edberg, Hay Lakes and Rosalind.

Programs offered at FCSS serve all ages and demographics, are in response to social issues, reflective of the needs and circumstances of those communities and based on provincial prevention priorities within the FCSS mandate.

According to the FCSS Accountability Framework Seniors, Community and

Social Services @2022 Government of Alberta, FCSS services enhance strengths, skills and abilities, build individual or community safeguards and address protective and risk factors. Prevention in the context of FCSS focuses on enhancing protective factors to improve well-being and prevent problems before they occur or at an early stage before they require crisis supports.

Kasa explained that as part of the restructuring process, on January 1 six of the previously funded organizations began the voluntary dissolution process and ceased operations. Camrose & District FCSS continued the operations of these organizations to ensure seamless service delivery, now under the Camrose & District FCSS umbrella.

“By bringing together multiple organizations and services, we are positioned to collaboratively and efficiently provide programs and services with the shared vision to improve the well-being of people of all ages in the community.”

The mission of Camrose & District FCSS is to design and deliver social support services that inform and improve the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities; the values are to serve all with respect and care, demonstrating integrity through collaboration, innovation, and accountability and the vision is to be known as a collaborative resource hub that is welcoming, inclusive, efficient, effective, and dedicated to improving community well-being.

“Camrose & District FCSS is the ‘umbrella’ to bring all these services to-

gether,” commented Kasa. “And the ‘heart’ at the base of the handle of the umbrella is a visual representation to demonstrate how our values come together to create a client-centred/ people first culture.”

In July 2023, a second new incorporated society was formed named, Camrose Helps Foundation, which will be the charitable arm and will focus on delivering supports that assist individuals and families improve their quality of life and build capacity to prevent and deal with crisis situations should they arise.

“Over the past two years, there has been collaboration, diversity, growth, and innovation within Camrose & District FCSS,” said Kasa.

She said the key collaborative efforts have includ-

ed: program leaders coming together to problem solve and create; reducing duplication of services and sharing resources in the community to maximize the use of funding; corporate sponsorships; addition of new social service providers; new partnerships with Alberta Health Services, Healthy Aging Alberta, Alberta Child & Family Services and expanded collective impact work across all sectors.

As a result of these collaborative efforts, Camrose & District FCSS has reorganized into departments that offer programming across the lifespan consisting of:

• Family Services which includes the Camrose Family Resource Centre, Camrose and Area Family Resource Network and Changing Ways;

• Child Enrichment Services which includes OSCAR Child Care and Community Preschool;

• Older Adult Services which includes Meals-onWheels, Home Support, Nav-CARE, Elder Abuse, Senior’s CHOICES and volunteer transportation and

• Community Services which provides information and referral, social supports coordination, community engagement and partnerships, community pantry, Men’s Shed, Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, AHS Government Issue ID Program, Tools for Schools, Take-a-Coat/ Leave-a-Coat, Recreation Subsidy, Transit Tokens and Rural Mental Health Project.

“For 57 years, CDSS now, Camrose & District FCSS, has been well-known for its dedication to improving the well-being of people of all ages in the community,” concluded Kasa. “We will continue to be a welcoming organization that is supportive, inclusive, and helpful, as well as a safe and caring environment. With this new structure, we will be the place to go for answers, a one-stop shop for guidance regarding family and community support services.”

For more information on Camrose & District FCSS, including services and programs offered, visit the website at camrosefcss. ca or refer to a copy of the 2024 Camrose & District FCSS Help Book available online on the website or in hard copy.

Ac t, Sectio n 60 6 of th e Revi se d St atutes of Al be rt a an d amendments thereto, PUBLIC NOTICE is he re by gi ve n that Counci l of th e Ci ty of Camros e gave fi rs t re ading to Bylaw

3316 -24 on Februa ry 26 , 2024

Th e purpos e of th e Bylaw 3316 -2 4 is to redi st rict Lo t 7, Bl oc k 3, Plan 1074 KS & Lot 8, Bl oc k 3, Plan 2112 S (4716 53 -S tree t) from R3 – Medium Densit y Residentia l Di st rict to C3 – Neighbourhood Commercial Di st rict . Th e applican t is proposing to retrof it th e ex isting dwelling Th e building foot prin t will be similar, bu t will li ke ly includ e an ex panded parkin g lo t to suppor t th e professional se rv ic e use.

A Public Hearing is scheduled to be held as follow s:

Date : April 8, 2024

Time : 5: 00 pm

Place: Camros e Ci ty Hall , 52 04-5 0 Avenue , Camrose, AB

Any person(s) wh o have an inte re st rega rd in g th e passing of Bylaw 3316 -24 are encouraged to at tend th e Public Hearin g in person to stat e their suppor t or objections Any writ ten submission s to be considered by Ci ty Counci l are required to be submit ted no la ter than

Ma rch 19 , 2024 , at 4: 00 pm by mail to:

Malcol m Boyd Ci ty Manage r, Ci ty of Camrose, 5204 -50 Avenue Camrose, AB T4V 0S 8

or by emai l to: mb oyd@camrose.ca

Notice is he re by gi ve n that Counci l may therea fter withou t fu rt he r notice procee d with fi na l a pproval of Bylaw 3316 -24 at th e regula r Counci l Meetin g on April 8, 2024

For addi tional in fo rmation, cont ac t Fr ancisc a Fredericks , Long Rang e Pl anne r, el . 78 0- 672- 4428 or emai l to ff re dericks@cam ro se.c a.

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FU NCTIONS/DUTI ES (but no t limite d to):

• Document business processe s an d work fl ows within Accounts Payable, Accounts Rece iv able an d Cash Receipting

• Ev alua te, te st an d identi fy area s for improvemen t during new system implemen ta tion

• Prov id e cove rage an d suppor t within Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable Utilities, Cash Receipting , Proper ty Ta xe s, Assessment , Payroll, an d Ci ty Hall

Rece pt io n.

• Process paym ents , invo ices an d ot he r fi nancia l transactions in a timely manner

• Reco ncile accounts bank stat ements an d ot he r fi nancia l data

• Identi fy an d reso lve discrepancies or issues in fi nancia l record s.

• Maintain accurate an d organized fi nancia l record s an d document ation.

• Al l ot he r re levant duties as assigned QUALIFICAT IONS :

• High School Diplom a or GED equivalent

• A minimu m of two (2) year s of exemplar y customer se rv ice, some basic accounting training /s ki ll s desi re d.

• A minimu m of two (2) years’ ex perience processing fi nancia l transactions using fi nancia l soft wa re

• Excellen t computer skills an d demonstrated abilit y to lear n new soft wa re

• Ab ilit y to work independentl y, an d proces s a high vo lume of in fo rmatio n accurately within rigid deadline s.

• Ab ilit y to maintain a high leve l of conf identialit y.

• Excellen t oral an d writ ten co mmunicatio n skills

• Excellen t organiza tional an d time management skills

HOUR S OF WO RK : Hour s of work are ty picall y 8 am to 4 pm Monday th ro ug h Fr iday

SA LA RY AN D BENE FI TS : Th e Ci ty of Camros e of fe rs competitive sala ry, at tracti ve bene fi ts , an d a posit ive work enviro nment. Th e star ting sala ry for this positio n will be dependen t upon th e qualif ic ations an d ex perience of th e successfu l candidate.

A PPLICAT IONS : Ap plicants are encouraged to submit a cove r le tter an d current re sumé vi a emai l or to th e addres s below by Ma rc h 22, 2024 If applying by email, please ensu re job positio n is included in subjec t line We appreciate and consider all applications ; howeve

Report to the Community 2023

Message from the Site Administrator

2023 has been a year of changes and challenges at St. Mary’s Hospital. We have been happy to both welcome many new faces over the past year and congratulate several long-serving retirees. The site has experienced leadership changes in multiple programs, including a big change for myself in June, when I was thrilled to step up into the Site Administrator role. These changes will contribute to the site continuing to support existing and future program growth.

Significant structural challenges, including a flood that impacted 55% of our building, led to select service disruptions. Our operating room temporarily had to reduce surgery services from the end of October 2023.

Administrator

In addition to temporary service challenges, we have faced recruitment pressures in all areas. Covenant and St. Mary’s have made this a priority, working with multiple internal and external partners on different recruitment platforms. We are thankful that we have not had to reduce capacity on a long-term basis as a result of staffing challenges. Retention of our staff is a key component to keeping our services on site.

Together with Covenant Health, I am excited to celebrate St. Mary’s 100th Anniversary, honouring our legacy and the Sisters that brought high quality healthcare to Camrose. With a focus on staff wellness, recruitment and retention, community and foundation and organizational partnerships, St. Mary’s Hospital is well positioned to continue to provide excellent patient centered care going into its next century.

Stacey Lynn Brewster, RN, BScN Site Administrator

Message from the Medical Director

2023 has been a busy year for our medical staff. In addition to all the usual activities and work done by our teams, I would like to highlight a few standout items.

◗ We welcomed five new physicians to the community this year.

◗ Our Hospitalist program was able to expand to include the patients admitted for General Surgical services and we have added two additional Hospitalist set to start in 2024 to accommodate this expansion. What this will mean is that a Hospitalist will be working alongside the General Surgeons and will be on site during the day to attend to their patients’ medical needs.

Dr. Louis Minders Medical Director

◗ We continue to be avidly involved in medical student and Family Medicine resident (those training to be family doctors) teaching. Those attending appointments at the clinic or coming to the hospital may expect to see these learners during their visit. In recent years, we have had previous learners return to Camrose to join our team, highlighting the importance of these training programs in future physician recruitment.

It is interesting to gaze back at the profession over the last 100 years. The 1920s brought us many incredible discoveries such as insulin, the tetanus and diphtheria vaccines and Penicillin. How far we have come in our understanding of disease and in the diagnostics and procedures we now have access to. There is much to celebrate and even more from which to learn.

Dr. Louis Minders, MBChB, CCFP

Associate Chief Medical Officer, Covenant Health Rural Medical Director, St. Mary’s Hospital

Celebrating 100 years

The Sisters of Providence of St. Vincent de Paul from Kingston, Ontario were living their mission of empowering the vulnerable through compassionate service, advocacy and networking, when they responded to an invitation from the Mayor and Council of Camrose to establish a hospital in the area. In October of 1922, two Sisters arrived to choose a site with the Mayor, “a large block of land on Normal Hill,” which the Sisters deemed as “very appropriate–sun and air, with quiet surroundings.” This peaceful scene was a stark contrast to the trials the Sisters faced during their first winter in Camrose–temperatures dropped to 54 degrees below zero, with snow so deep doctors had to make house calls on foot–but the Sisters persevered, and in 1924, the hospital opened its doors. 100 years later, Covenant Health is honoured to continue the impassioned work of the Sisters and we look forward to celebrating this legacy milestone with the community throughout the year!

Connect Care Launch

In Spring 2023, the hospital successfully launched Connect Care, a provincial program that completely digitized our patient documentation system. This program enables the clinical team to document electronically reducing the reliance on paper documents as well as simplifies access to patient information. Patients can easily and securely access their health information online.

Staff Recruitment, Retention and Wellness

Along with recruitment and retention support from Covenant Health, St. Mary’s has many initiatives focusing on staff wellness and retention. A favourite for the site is the ‘gratitude cart’, this cart is comprised mostly of food products, wellness items and printed information such as how to arrange a Critical Incident Stress Management sessions to share with the staff in the building. It is sponsored by the leaders, St. Mary’s Foundation, Auxiliary, staff, and community partner donations.

Covenant Health Senior Leadership

We have enjoyed being able to meet in person again. Onsite visits with the Covenant Senior Leaders, including Integrated Services as well as community partners, have allowed us to showcase the incredible services delivered at St. Mary’s. An additional positive is the increased learning opportunities for our staff with in person ‘skills days’ and ‘lunch and learn’ sessions.

Robotic Knee Replacements and more!

Our site has been a partner in multiple innovative programs and learning initiatives, one of which is robotic assisted total knee replacements. This provides even more precise balance and precision to the total knee that is unable to be seen with the naked eye. This advanced technology, combined with skilled physician teams, excellent nursing and allied health services, has resulted in successful same-day discharges for total knee replacements.

Mental Health

Our mental health team has welcomed Dr. Arafat (already well established in Camrose), who will continue to attend to the metabolic medical needs of our Complex Psychosis outpatients. This will allow for a one-stop medical home for these patients in their care.

Volunteers

St. Mary’s Hospital is fortunate to be supported by many Volunteers, including three important groups: St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose Foundation; St. Mary’s Hospital Community Board; and the St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary. These individuals and groups are generous with their time and talents in support of the collective work at St. Mary’s Hospital.

St. Mary’s Auxiliary

The St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary has been supporting the hospital since the very beginning back in 1924. The Hospital Auxiliary raises money for St. Mary’s Hospital to buy equipment and to provide compassion care items for patients. The Auxiliary operates the Hospital Gift Shop, open seven days a week from 1 to 4 p.m. with all proceeds supporting the hospital. Other events include bake sales and a yearly raffle.

Stacey Lynn Brewster Site

Hospital Expeditures

Message from the Foundation and Community Boards

The Community and Foundation Boards of St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose extend their deepest gratitude for the support and generous donations received over the past year.

We wish to thank All Staff, Physicians and Volunteers at St. Mary’s Hospital for adapting to the many changes throughout the hospital over the past year, including the launch of Connect Care to new leadership, and then recovery from a surprising burst pipe. We appreciate them for their continued outstanding service to our Community. The Boards would like to express their sincere thanks to previous Site Administrator, Cherylyn Antymniuk for her 20 years of service and look forward to working with Stacey Brewster in her new role.

We are committed to assist in attracting and retaining outstanding physicians and staff by supporting leading professional development education and by having state-of-the-art equipment available for professional practice. The Foundation committed more than $350,000.00 over the past year for equipment such as OBIX, Cardiac Monitors, CPR Meters, Hysteroscope and an Ice Machine to support the ER among others. We were also pleased to grant $12,729.50 in Staff Education Grants to 14 staff members this year, including four Undergraduate Nursing Students.

We continue to be sincerely grateful to our donors and community for your ongoing support as we work hard to enhance patient care at our busy community hospital.

With heartfelt thanks.

2023 EQUIPMENT GRANTS

Thanks to the collective efforts of community organizations and donors like yourself, our patients benefit from grants that support important equipment, programs and projects like:

◗ Smart Hospital Beds with built-in alert systems and audible warnings for both the patient and staff; assist features that better equip staff to move and roll patients for the safety of the patient and themselves; and a bed surface that is specifically designed for preventing pressure sores and skin breakdown.

◗ Attracting and retaining outstanding physicians and staff, preparing for the future and increasing capacity. We do this by supporting leading professional development education and having state-of-the-art equipment available for professional practice.

◗ Advanced surgical tools like a Scope Guide for Endoscopy. The scope guide will assist physicians with finding optimal location, ease scope insertion, and help to identify and mitigate loops. It will also help nursing more accurately document precise locations for biopsies and samples. This instrument will

directly benefit approximately 1200 patients annually, including many Veterans and Seniors in our Community.

◗ CPR feedback devices, which are utilized to recognize the appropriate amount of pressure to apply to the chest when performing CPR on the patient. These provide valuable information that can aid our team provide higher quality CPR to improve outcomes. This important clinical tool will assist the hospital in providing the best care possible to patients.

◗ Cardiac monitors are often needed in the ER department to help identify many types of emergencies, most notably heart attacks and arrythmias. They are a valuable diagnostic tool that provides a continuous tracing of the electrical activity within the heart and helps considerably in the early detection and treatment of life-threatening events.

◗ Aquilex Fluid Management System offers several benefits in hysteroscopy procedures and is used to assess disease of the cavity

of the uterus. Overall, the system improves visualization, enhances patient comfort, increases safety, reduces procedure time, and enables accurate documentation in hysteroscopy procedures.

◗ OBIX fetal health surveillance software monitors fetal and maternal health (fetal heart rate and uterine activity). It allows health care providers the ability to assess tracings from a computer/mobile phone and make timely decisions for care. OBIX aids care providers with patient assessments and timely documentation as it integrates in to Connect Care.

◗ Ice Machine for the Emergency Department replaces an end-of-life, often malfunctioning unit. The replacement machine is patient friendly and used for a variety of Emergency needs. The dispensing of nugget ice has softer, chewable textures, ideal for patients who struggle to chew. Ice is also utilized for pain relief in burns, sprains and broken bones.

We would like to acknowledge that we are on Treaty 6 territory, the traditional gathering place and home of the Cree, Saulteaux, Blackfoot, Dene, Nakota, the Inuit and Métis. We acknowledge all the many Indigenous peoples whose footsteps have marked these lands for centuries.

Kirstyn Rau Community Board Chair

Judith O’Shaughnessy Foundation Board Chair

Let her sleep

You might have encountered the phrase “let her sleep, for when she wakes, she will move mountains” among other popular inspirational quotes. Interestingly, this phrase was taken out of context from Napoleon Bonaparte’s opinion on China as a dormant, but powerful empire.

Today, we use this phrase to remind women of the importance of sleep in reaching their full potential. In the quote, the hypothetical rested woman can do anything, even move mountains. However, real women struggle with sleep problems and wake up unrested, which makes tackling life’s daily hassles difficult at times. Sleep is important to women’s health and by examining some of the reasons behind their sleep issues it is possible to suggest some helpful tips so they can get a better night’s rest.

We spend about a third of our lives asleep. Some might see this as a waste of time, but in reality, our bodies are working overtime to restore energy, heal tissues, consolidate memories, and release chemicals important for homeostasis. Poor sleep disrupts these processes causing moodiness, stress, forgetfulness, inattention and clumsiness, which in turn, can make people prone to injuries and fatalities.

In the long-term, this can shorten our lifespans due to cardiovascular disease, diabetes, immunocompromisation, depression and anxiety. Moreover, proper sleep is economically beneficial to society because it decreases reliance on healthcare services and allows people to be more productive at work.

About 70 per cent of Canadians sleep for seven to nine hours daily, which is what is recommended by the “Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines for Adults aged 18 to 64 years, and 65 years and older.”

Results from the latest Canadian Community Health Survey show that women sleep as many hours as men, yet they are almost twice more likely to report poorer sleep quality (i.e. the ability to efficiently fall asleep and stay asleep). Women are also more frequently diagnosed with sleep disorders like insomnia, restless leg syndrome and sleep apnea.

Sleep is regulated by the activation of specific brain areas and secretion of hormones like melatonin. Our daily internal clocks (or circadian rhythms), which dictate when to sleep and wake up, can be influenced by several factors, including sex hormones. These hormones also affect how we cycle through different sleep phases associated with deep sleep, energy restoration and memory formation. Unsurprisingly, women’s sleep issues coincide with fluctuations in sex hormones. These disrupt the time spent in each sleep phase and impact sleep quality. Indeed, women report worse sleep the week prior to their menstrual cycle, during pregnancy and post-partum, as well as perimenopause, the time around the transition to menopause when estrogen decreases.

Women cannot prevent these natural hormonal fluctuations. However, by being mindful of when our sleep is compromised, we can take preventative measures towards improving our sleep hygiene. A good place to start is avoiding screen time at least half an hour prior to bedtime.

Second, do not spend time in bed unless you are planning to sleep. A key part of good sleep hygiene is to make associations between your sleep environment and a good slumber. Third, meditate, practice relaxation techniques (e.g., breathing exercises) and try to let go of your daily worries before bedtime. Expectations of poor sleep can also have a negative impact, so leave those behind as well, as best you can.

If these key tips fail, talk to your doctor. Sleep issues have serious health consequences and must be taken seriously. In some cases, sleeping pills, or even hormone replacement therapy for perimenopausal women, may be necessary. Finally, women need more time asleep to compensate for lower sleep quality. This means that partners and/or family members might need to take over some workload (e.g. chores) so women can allocate more time to resting. Just remember, if you want a woman to move mountains (or if you want to do it yourself, sister), you will have to let her sleep.

Ana Klahr, psychology, University of Alberta Augustana Campus

By Murray Green

Russell Ford wanted to keep a car in his family. So, naturally he chose a 1924 Model T Roadster Ford to restore.

“I found this car just a couple of houses up from me in South Cooking Lake. It took me about four years to convince the fellow to sell it to me. Then I retired, and he came to me one day shortly after and said I think it is for sale. I bought it and four and a half years later, here it sits,” explained Russ.

The Ford Model T is an automobile that was produced by the Ford Motor Company from October 1, 1908 to May 26, 1927.

“I restored it basically down to the frame and back up. I retired just before COVID-19 hit, so it was good timing to start the project. I completed this in March (last spring). I’ve been to 10 car shows with the car, I love it. I like the camaraderie of talking to other seniors who used their pension money to restore these old cars,” he laughed.

It is generally regarded as the first mass-affordable automobile, which made car travel available to middle-class Americans.

The savings from mass production allowed the price to decline from $780 in 1910 to $290 in 1924.

“My last name is Ford,

so I wanted a Ford. Back in the day, my dad had a Model T when he was courting mom. When he was going to get married, he sold it for $50 and that paid for the wedding,” recalled Russ.

FUN FACTS

The Model T has a front-mounted 177 cubic-inch in-line four-cylinder engine, producing 20 horsepower, for a top speed of 42 mph. According to Ford Motor Company, the Model T had fuel economy between 13 and 21 mpg-US. The engine was capable of running on gasoline, kerosene, or ethanol.

The Model T is a rear-wheel drive vehicle. Its transmission is a planetary gear type known (at the time) as a three-speed. In today’s terms it is considered a two-speed, because one of the three speeds is reverse.

The Model T’s transmission is controlled with three floor-mounted pedals, a revolutionary feature for its time and a lever mounted to the road side of the driver’s seat. The throttle is controlled with a lever on the steering wheel. The Model T did not have a modern service brake. The right foot pedal applied a band around a drum in the transmission, thus stopping the rear wheels from turning. Wheels were wooden artillery wheels, with steel welded-spoke wheels. Balloon tires became available in 1925, the next year.

It is often stated Ford suggested the use of black from 1914 to 1925 due to the low cost, durability and faster drying time of black paint in that era. There is no evidence that black dried any faster than any other dark varnishes used at the time for painting.

The automotive section of Ford restores a 1924 in dad’s honour

“I told my dad that one day I’m going to find a Model T so we can drive around in it. But, unfortunately he didn’t make it as long as the project did. I rebuilt this car in dedication to my dad, DeWayne Ford. This vehicle is sentimental to me, even though he didn’t own it,” Russ shared.

“It has a 177 cubic inch four-cylinder motor with a two speed transmission. It has the three-pedal Model T style of shifting. It has 21 horsepower. It won’t win any speed records,” he laughed.

The Model T features wooden spokes. “When Henry Ford sent the cars out of the factory they were paint brushed with black paint. That paint tends to soak in like stain into the maple wood spokes. I was going to re-paint them black. But, someone suggested that after I had them sanded, that wow they look nice. So, I decided to leave them like that. I did stain them a little bit to take care of some of the

black I couldn’t get out. I spent about 40 hours, give or take, on each wheel,” Russ said.

“I may have left a little blood and sweat on the spokes. I don’t even know

how many hours it has taken me to restore this vehicle. I wanted to do it and I did it. I have no idea. My wife was still working, so she went to work and I worked on the car,” he said.

Are you the owner of Collector Auto, Auto Memories or Auto Memorabilia?

If you have a vintage ride (rebuilt or original), if you’re in the midst of a restoration, or if you’re building a “rat ” or a street rod, we’d lik e to hear from you. We may want to profile your projec t. Lik ewise, if you own vintage automotive tools, old diagnostic equipment or other tools or techniques of the trade, please contact us We’re eager to write and repor t on these k inds of topics

And, our readers want to see what interests you!

Contact Murray Green, News Repor ter

Phone 780.672.3142 Email murrayg@camrosebooster.com

MODEL T

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Russ Ford enjoys bringing his 1924 Model T Roadster to car shows in the non-winter months. He takes life slow, while hitting a top speed of 42 mph on the open highway.

Operation Cold Start prompts citizen awareness

By Lori Larsen

During the recent province-wide week-long (January 8-12) initiative, Operation Cold Start, to educate citizens on the importance of reducing the amount of thefts of idling vehicles, Camrose Police Service members were able to check quite a few vehicles daily between the hours of 6 and 9 a.m.

“Our members found 31 idling with keys in the ignition, six of those were unlocked, and 95 that were idling securely and undrivable,” noted Camrose Police Service Constable John Tomaszewski.

“As an educational, or awareness, component we had 17 interactions with drivers/owners locally regarding the insecure vehicles,” which Tomaszewski said was, for the most part, well received.

“But there was still a presence of complacency it seemed.”

Tomaszewski reported that during the week of Operation Cold Start, Camrose had no vehicles stolen and that while it may be coincidental, the increased patrols would have definitely made some difference.

Investment scams are after your money

By Murray Green

Investment scams, including those involving crypto currency, rose to the riskiest scam type reported in Canada in 2023, according to a new report from the Better Business Bureau.

Investment scams take many forms, often using pressure tactics, such as the low risk, high return pitch, to encourage consumers to purchase, trade, or store digital assets (crypto currency) with fraudulent exchanges. Investment and crypto currency scams both appeared on the list of ten riskiest scams in Canada in previous years. This year, these categories were combined because most crypto currency scams involved some sort of investment opportunity.

“Investment and crypto currency scams had a significant impact in 2023, particularly for people 45 years of age and older,” said Mary O’Sullivan-Andersen president and CEO BBB Serving Southern Alberta and East Kootenay.

“For all scam types, people should beware of op-

portunities that sound too good to be true. No investment opportunity will come with zero risk.”

The report also indicates that overall scam susceptibility (the percentage of scams with a monetary loss) increased 30.3 per cent from 2022 to 2023. However, the overall median dollar loss for scams reported in Canada remained the same as reported in 2022 ($300).

Employment scams became the second riskiest scam type in 2023 with a 67.7 per cent increase in reports from the year before. They had a median dollar loss of $3,600, up from $3,000 in 2022. Home improvement scams dropped from the top spot to third riskiest, despite a 35.5 per cent increase in reports for this scam type and an increase in susceptibility. This is primarily due to the high median dollar loss associated with the previous two rankings (Investment and Employment scams).

Advance fee loan scams, number four on the list of

riskiest scams, continue to be a concern with 56.2 per cent reporting a monetary loss when targeted by this scam type and a high median dollar loss at $1,385.

New to the 2023 top 10 riskiest scams in Canada list are romance scams at the sixth spot and tech support scams in the last spot. Romance is notable with the lowest exposure rate of 1.2 per cent, but the second highest median dollar loss at $4,240. Rental scams fell off the list from 2022 to 2023.

Businesses should also stay diligent. Across the USA and Canada, the three riskiest business scams based on the BBB Risk Index were worthless problem-solving service scams, bank/credit card company imposter scams, and fake invoice/supplier bill scams.

Anyone who suspects they have been the victim of any fraud should report it to their local police, the CAFC’s on-line reporting system and the BBB Scam Tracker at BBB.org/scamtracker

stolen during Operation Cold Start week which was the prior average and remained so until midFebruary. The information provided did not indicate whether or not the thefts were in relation to idling vehicles.

While 153 stolen vehicles (province wide) is still too many, the extreme cold temperatures experienced during the week of Operation Cold Start more than likely played a role in an increased amount of vehicles left idling. However, building awareness through increased law enforcement patrol and educating the public is never fruitless.

“I’m sure the stolen numbers could have been higher if law enforcement were not focusing on it,” noted Tomaszewski.

A reduction in auto theft is directly correlated with prevention and prevention is something that everyone can do to, not only assist law enforcement agencies, but avoid costly and time consuming mistakes.

“During the two months since the operation, we’ve had nine vehicles stolen in our city, six of which were reported to be idling with keys in the ignition.”

Statistics from across the province, including the 38 RCMP detachments, Calgary, Camrose, Edmonton and Lethbridge showed:

• 949 vehicles unlocked and driveable,

• 1,313 vehicles running but not driveable, and

• 310 interactions with vehicle drivers/owners.

From the same provincial sample group, there were 153 vehicles reported

It is impossible for the police to be everywhere at once, so they rely heavily on citizens to take an active role in preventing themselves from being victims of auto theft by remembering the following.

• Never leave a vehicle running and unattended.

• Install a remote starter.

• Stay with your running vehicle.

• Never leave children or pets in a vehicle.

Auto thefts are crimes of opportunity. It only takes a few minutes for a criminal to drive away with your vehicle if given the opportunity.

It only takes a few seconds to take preventative action.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Trojans basketball season ends at ÉCCHS

By Murray Green

Basketball season has officially wrapped up at École Camrose Composite High School (ÉCCHS).

“All six of our teams have had some pretty good highlights, such as our senior girls consistently being one of the top 15, 3A teams in the province or our Grade 9 boys’ team winning their home tournament, just to name two,” said athletic director Graeme Thain.

“Our Grade 9 boys had a fantastic season. They only lost three games all year and none of the losses were more than five points. They competed in a number of big city tournaments in which they absolutely held their own. To cap their season off, they won the junior high regional championship defeating Forestburg in the final. I think the most impressive aspect of their season was the mentality that the boys bought into–team first, they always supported each other regardless of who was on the floor.”

Not to be outdone by the Grade 9 boys’ team, the Grade 9 girls’ team also finished their season off with a regional championship.

“The girls had a bit more of an up and down season. They entered their regional championship as the third ranked west team and started the tournament off with a comeback upset win over the second ranked Kil-

lam team. They then faced Bashaw, the number one ranked team and from the opening tipoff they led the whole game. In the final, they faced some of their old teammates and friends from Charlie Killam and had one of their best games of their entire season to cap off their championship run.”

On the same day, both the Grade 9 teams won

their championships, junior boys and girls were playing in their championship tournaments. “Our girls were the third ranked team and beat the number two ranked Stettler team, who they had lost to just a few weeks earlier. They then faced a strong H. J. Cody team from Sylvan Lake and came up just a bit short of winning the championship,

bringing home silver.”

The junior boys’ team had a great championship run. “After winning their semifinal, they faced the number one ranked team and host of the tournament, Wetaskiwin. They were down by almost 10 points with less than two minutes to go, the boys battled hard, made some really clutch free throws and end-

ed up winning it all. It was an exciting game to say the least and a great way to finish the season,” said Thain.

Both senior teams would have liked to have played a bit further into March, but came up a bit short in their championship run. “Similar to our Grade 9 girls, our senior girls had an up and down season. Highlights would include a second place finish at the SPA Spruce Grove tournament. They were the only central zone team to beat the number four ranked H. J. Cody girls’ team in league play. Unfortunately, they came up just a bit short in their first playoff game against Stettler.

“Our senior boys played some of their best basketball at the end of the season. They hosted a good Stettler team in their first playoff game and even with a few injuries they were still able to win by double digits. They then faced a tough Wetaskiwin team that they lost to by 30 points just a couple of weeks ago. Our boys gave them a real fight, the game was within three points late in the fourth quarter. They came up just a bit short, but certainly nothing to hang their heads about.

Now that basketball is over, ÉCCHS is into badminton and handball season. The first badminton meet is April 10.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose Trojans fought hard during the basketball season. Several teams enjoyed success on the court in league and tournament play.

Days for Girls Camrose team helps out

By Lori Larsen

Around the world on March 8, people joined in celebration of International Women’s Day, a day first marked in 1911, as a way to support women, celebrate their achievements and advocate for positive and equal treatment.

Despite remarkable strides in effecting change throughout the world, sadly there are still many countries that fall behind in prioritizing rights for women including providing education, awareness and resources to support women’s inclusion, success, equality and mental and physical well being.

the grant funds, but there are a few sewists who donate a lot of suitable fabrics each year, which enable us to make more kits.”

Ross said the grant funds are used to purchase PUL, a waterproof fabric that is used in two of the components made for the kits; labels; underwear; washcloths; and ribbons and snaps, which complete bag and shield components.

DfG kits not only include patented design individually sewn cotton flannel pads but also absorbent liners, waterproof shields, soap, underwear, washcloth, carry pouch for washing and storing, a care and

bly day and have another planned for April 27, when they hope to assemble another 300 to 400 kits.

Work bees are held from September to November, and from late January to April, generally every other Saturday.

“We have work for people who sew, and for those who do not sew, however, all our tasks require a high level of manual dexterity including trimming, threading ribbons, ironing, and folding.”

The Camrose Team was established after Anna Harder and Destiny Reay

Days for Girls (DfG) is an international not-forprofit organization that began in 2008 with a goal to increase access to menstrual care and health education for women and girls throughout the world.

This is accomplished by developing global partnerships, cultivating social enterprises, mobilizing volunteers and innovating sustainable solutions that shatter stigma and limitations for women and girls.

One of the many ways the Days for Girls organization encourages involvement is through chapters, teams and clubs, comprised of volunteers who are spreading awareness, raising funds and or sewing DfG washable pads and assembling DfG kits to be donated to specific countries.

Materials and supplies needed to outfit the kits are funded through generous donations from members of the community and grants from organizations, such as Rotary Camrose.

“ We receive a grant from Camrose Daybreak Rotary (Rotary Camrose) each year, although we have more volunteers that could make more kits if we had additional funds,” noted DfG Camrose Team lead Sarah Ross. “We purchase most of our materials from

use sheet all neatly stored in beautiful handmade bags with drawstrings.

The DfG Camrose Team hosts a number of sewing, sorting and assembling work bees, attended by volunteers of the Team, but also the community, who come together to assemble and prepare the kits to be shipped to countries where girls/women are in need of personal hygiene supplies or countries experiencing disasters such a flooding, earthquakes and war.

“Our year runs from July to June, in accordance with our funding partner,” explained Ross. “So far in 2023/24, we have assembled 535 kits, which includes 91 kits sent to Papua New Guinea by our two remote (Castor) ladies.”

Ross noted that the Camrose DfG Team absorbed a number of remote workers in recent years due to the closure of the Red Deer Chapter and the Castor Team as well as volunteers from the Tofield Quilting Guild and Mennonite sewing group. “These ladies do not regularly attend in Camrose due to their location, but the Camrose Team reports their activities to Days for Girls Canada.”

Volunteers gathered on March 9 for a kit assem-

Donna Marguerite Nahajowich

October 2, 1947 ~ February 29, 2024

Donna Marguerite Nahajowich, 76, of Daysland, Alberta, passed away on February 29, 2024, at Camrose, Alberta.

A funeral mass was held at Our Lady of the Prairies Catholic Church, Daysland, on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 11:00 a.m., with Father Danial DSouza as celebrant. Cremation has taken place.

Donna was born in Edmonton, Alberta, to Kenneth and Betty Field on October 2, 1947. She attended Holden High School, then studied and worked in administration. Donna and Rudy married and settled on the family farm near Daysland, Alberta, where they raised three sons. Afterwards, she completed a re-enter the workforce program to upgrade her skills. During Donna’s career, she worked administration, then waitressed, and worked most recently for Statistics Canada. Donna was a devoted mother and grandmother. Nothing was more important than taking care of those she loved. She enjoyed family, cooking, working the farm, her flower beds and garden. She had many talents including sewing, woodworking, scrapbooking, drawing, and painting.

Donna is survived by her husband Rudy Nahajowich of Daysland; sons Grant (Denise) of Leduc, Roger (Stacey) of Beaumont, and Daniel (Crystal) of Camrose; her mother Betty (Ben) Modin, and Isabella Field; brothers and sisters Clifford (Arlene), Elaine (Donald), Barry (Lynn), Angela and Meld (Dale); six grandchildren; and numerous brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her father Kenneth Field; stepbrother Rodney Field; father-in-law John; and mother-in-law Agnes Nahajowich.

Memorial donations may be made to Polska Cemetery (c/o St. Joseph Parish, Box 570, Killam, AB T0B 2L0), Daysland Hospital Foundation; or Our Lady of the Trinity CWL.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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attended a Rotary International Convention in Australia in 2014.

“We brought the idea back to the Rotary Club of Camrose Daybreak in July and the club all agreed it was a great project to take on,” noted Reay. “We held the first committee meeting on October 14, 2014, at the Canadian Mental Health Association office, and the Camrose Team was officially registered with Days for Girls International by the end of October 2014.”

Since 2015, the Camrose Team has assembled and distributed 5,882 kits. “Our kits have gone to Peru, Guatemala, Zimbabwe, Tanzania, South Sudan, and remaining kits have been distributed around the world by World Vision, who is a partner agency with Days for Girls,” noted Ross.

For more information on Days for Girls International, visit www.daysfor girls.org or for Days for Girls Canada, visit www. daysforgirls.org/canada/

For more information or to volunteer for the DfG Camrose Team, contact Sarah Ross at camrosealberta@daysforgirls.org

Sharon Helen Devitt

November 22, 1957 ~ February 10, 2024

Sharon Helen Devitt of Camrose, AB, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024, at the age of 66 years.

Sharon was born and raised in Camrose, and was a gifted child care worker and teacher’s aid to autistic children, teaching at Charlie Killam and Jack Stuart Schools. Later, she also worked with the children at Kids’ Campus.

Sharon loved reading, fishing, horses, cats (especially Mitzi, her constant companion), and Elvis songs and movies.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter Melissa (James) Stevenson; five grandsons; two brothers Jerry and Norman Gunderson; and numerous nieces, relatives and friends.

Sharon was predeceased by her first husband Alois Gartner; second husband Dennis Devitt; daughter Tracy Colette; and parents George and Helen Gunderson.

A private graveside service was held on Thursday, February 15, 2024, with Rev. Brian Hunter officiating. She is now forever with the Lord.

Special thanks to Colin and staff of Burgar Funeral Home.

Memorial donations may be made to the Diabetes fund.

The family of Ed Rostaing

…wishes to thank everyone for their generous donations, cards of condolences, flowers and attendance at Ed’s funeral. Your thoughtfulness and caring are much appreciated by the entire family.

A special thanks to Burgar Funeral Home for all the arrangements and caring support, and to Fr. Kris Schmidt for his compassion and kind words honouring our father.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

The Days for Girls Camrose volunteers gathered on March 9 for an assembling work bee.

Pictured are, standing left to right, Tracy Maxwell and Sarah Ross (team lead), sitting left to right, Diane Weeres, Barbara Anderson and Anna Harder.

Patricia Laviolette

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Patricia Laviolette of Daysland, Alberta, who died on March 1, 2024, at the age of 77 years, with her loving family by her side.

Pat is survived by her devoted husband of 59 years, Owen; loving daughter Jamie (John Bennefield); three loving sons Owen (Lana), Brandon (Thom Day) and Sheldon (Rieko, nee Kato); seven beloved grandchildren; and one great-grandson. She is also survived by her mother Betty Lewis of Belleville, ON; brother Gerald Lewis (Bonnie) of Shannonville, ON; and brother Allan Lewis of Chino Valley, Arizona. Pat was predeceased by her father Gerald Lewis.

Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of flowers, Pat has asked that donations be given to kidscancercare.ab.ca to help kids suffering from cancer.

Shannon Ferraz (Thompson)

1965 ~ 2024

Shannon Thompson of Blackfalds, Alberta (formerly of Camrose), passed away at the age of 58 on February 21, 2024, in the Red Deer Hospital, with family and friends at her side.

With broken hearts, she will be so very much missed by her husband Darrell; her most beloved son Eli; her stepdaughter Tawnya (Dean); grandchildren Kobe and Danikka; and with more broken hearts are her mother Sharon; father Paul Sr.; sister Shari; brothers Paul Jr. and Peter; half siblings Jason and Jennifer; many nieces and nephews; along with her dear friends and you all know who you are.

Honouring Shannon’s wishes, she did not want a funeral or memorial. She felt this very personally, so we are honouring her wishes. Cremation has taken place.

If you would like to make a contribution in her memory to a cause she loved, please donate to any animal rescue centre of your choice.

FORGET ME NOT ❤

Maria “Wendy” Victoria Farmer

May 4, 1960 ~ February 27, 2024

Maria “Wendy” Victoria Farmer of Beaumont, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the age of 63 years.

A private family service will be held.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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Elizabeth Tillie Peterson

April 3, 1937 ~ February 25, 2024

With our heavy hearts and sadness, our Mother Liz passed away at the Edmonton General Hospital on February 25, 2024, after her courageous battle with cancer.

She was predeceased by her husband Ernest Peterson; her parents William and Catherine Sharhan; her sister Carol Benson; and her brothers John Sharhan, Cecil Sharhan and Russell Sharhan.

Elizabeth will be lovingly remembered by all of her six children Donna Fallon (John), Tara Peterson (Rick), Rick Peterson (Arlene), Lori Tansowny (Loren), Trevon Peterson and Shelly Bolt (Gary). She will be truly missed by all of her 10 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.

Mom loved to crochet, watch hockey games, do puzzles, circle word finds and go to dances. She went on a trip to Newfoundland and had the time of her life, however, most of all she loved spending time with all her family and all the friends she came to know over the years.

A Celebration of Life will be held by the family on May 25, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Whitecroft Community Hall, #314, 52313 Range Road 232, Sherwood Park, AB (south of Salisbury Greenhouse).

The family is sincerely grateful for the care she received from the Royal Alex and Edmonton General Hospitals. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of one’s choice if so desired.

We love you, Mom, and will miss you every day.

Isabel Frances Sawchuk (nee Rennie)

March 1927 ~ March 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Isabel Sawchuk of Wetaskiwin, Alberta, formerly of Camrose and Canmore, Alberta.

Isabel passed away peacefully in her bed in the early morning of March 4, 2024, with her daughter and granddaughter by her side.

She will always be remembered with love by her four children, Grant, Blair (Cynthia), Bev (Ken) and Andrea (Jerry); along with seven grandchildren; and five great-grandsons. She was predeceased by her husband Stanley; sister Lenora Oberg of Forestburg; and her parents Frank and Grace Rennie of Canmore.

Her wishes were to be cremated, with no funeral services.

As Isabel so loved to read, please consider making a donation in her name to the Young Alberta Book Society (11759 Groat Road NW, Edmonton, AB T5M 3K6 or https://www.yabs.ab.ca/giving/ ), or the Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta (10430-61 Avenue NW #306, Edmonton, AB T6H 2J3).

Honoured to serve the Sawchuk family Baker Funeral Chapel, Wetaskiwin 780.352.2501 or 888.752.2501

Condolences: www.womboldfuneralhomes.com

Ervin Reimer Friesen

November 8, 1935 ~ March 1, 2024

Ervin Reimer Friesen of Edberg, Alberta, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024, at the age of 88 years.

A Viewing was held from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at Burgar Memorial Chapel. A Funeral Service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2024, from Edberg Mennonite Church, officiated by Pastor Reg Siemens.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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“Dedicated

In loving memory of a dear wife, mother and grandmother Gwen Sandstrom who passed away 15 years ago June 1945 ~ March 2009

There is many a lonely heartache, And often a silent tear, But always a pleasant memory, Of the days when you were here.

An empty chair that no one can fill We miss you so much and always will.

Unseen, unheard, you’re always near Loved, remembered and always dear. Forever in our hearts

Love, Dennis, Connie, Krista and families

Jeanette Franke

Jeanette Franke of Bittern Lake, AB, passed away on Tuesday, February 13, 2024, at the age of 77 years.

She is lovingly remembered by her family – daughter Wanda; sons Wayne and Warren; grandchildren; greatgrandchildren; sister Jo Ann (Rick); brother Maurice; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband Douglas; parents George and Loleta Heisz; sister Judy; and sister-in-law Diane.

Cremation has taken place.

As per her wishes, there will be a graveside memorial in the summer.

Larry Patrick McKenzie

May 17, 1948 ~ March 16, 2023

Those we love are never gone from our hearts, They speak to us in moments of decision, They meet us in our dreams, They visit us in old stories or a song, They live on in the beauty of the world, And in our hearts forever.

– Karen, Melissa, Jared, Sheena, Ayla, Ellis

Earl Richard Zimmerman

December 11, 1924 ~ January 27, 2024

On Saturday, January 27, 2024, Earl Richard Zimmerman of Camrose, formally of Kelsey, passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 99.

Earl was born at the home of his parents Arthur and Carrie Zimmerman in Kelsey, Alberta, on December 11, 1924, after his twin brother Mearl. He attended school in Kelsey and Vermilion School of Agriculture.

Earl joined his brothers Paul, Gerald and Mearl farming in the Kelsey area.

On October 21, 1952, he married Hilda Bakke of Rosalind.

Together Hilda and Earl raised five children Blayne, Sharlyn, Laureen, Kevin and Craig.

Earl designed and built wood models to scale prior to completing the house he raised his family in and the camper unit for the truck. He did electrical and carpentry too.

In 1985, they bought a motorhome and started going south in the winter.

Earl and Hilda retired from farming and moved to Camrose in 1986.

Hilda developed cancer and passed away in May 1992.

In May 2000, Earl had quadruple bypass surgery.

Earl was active member of the Thrift Shop in Camrose and was a regular blood donor.

Left to cherish his memory are his children Blayne (Donna) Zimmerman of Vernon, BC, Sharlyn Tollefson of Edmonton, Laureen (Dwayne) Larson of Shiningbank Lake, Kevin (Kim) Zimmerman of Kelsey, and Craig (Charmaine) Zimmerman of Kelsey; plus 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and sister Glenna Adams.

Earl was predeceased by his wife Hilda; infant daughter Trudy Lee; grandson Warren Zimmerman; and siblings Clarence, Edna, Cleda, Paul, Nettie, Gerald and Mearl.

A Funeral Service will be held 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2024, from CityLights Church, 4920-48 Street, Camrose, officiated by Rev. Brian Hunter.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Earl’s memory may be made to Multiple Sclerosis Society or to Alberta Cancer Foundation.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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Bruce Oscar Ramstad

January 31, 1956 ~ February 27, 2024

Bruce Oscar Ramstad of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at the age of 68 years.

Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Stacey (Mark) Beckstead; grandchildren Eden and Luke; and siblings Wade (Deb) Ramstad, Bernice (Brent) Guhle, Cheryl (Greg) Coleman and Blake (Kathy) Ramstad.

Bruce was predeceased by his wife Brenda Ramstad; parents Elmer and Teresa Ramstad; and brothers Ward Ramstad and Blaine Ramstad.

A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Grace Lutheran Church, 5306-50 Avenue, Camrose, officiated by Rev. Greg Kjos.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Bruce’s memory may be made to Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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Robert “Bob” Arnold Fitzgerald

February 11, 1941 ~ March 1, 2024

Bob Fitzgerald of Camrose, AB, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2024, at the age of 83 years.

Bob was born and raised in Camrose, took his schooling at the Hampton and Sifton Schools, and set off at age 15 to make his way in the world. His first job was at the Imperial Lumber Sawmill in Marlboro. He travelled throughout the province, working a variety of jobs, some of which included pumping gas and driving truck. He worked in the oilfields in Swan Hills, then returned to Camrose to start his own company, Roblyn Oilfield Maintenance Ltd. He sold his company in 2006.

Bob will be remembered lovingly by his wife Lynda; daughters Therese Sywolos (Wayne Flater), Vonna Fitzgerald and Carrie (Tyler) Kendall; two grandchildren Nikolai and Alexandra Sywolos; sister Jane (Dennis) Walker; and nieces Shannon and Lynn. Bob was predeceased by his parents John and Delphine Fitzgerald.

A Funeral Mass was held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 7, 2024, at the St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, 3605-50 Street, Camrose, with Fr. Kris Schmidt as celebrant. The service was recorded and the link is accessible on the website: www.burgarfuneralhome.com

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Bob’s memory may be made to St. Mary’s Camrose Hospital Foundation or the Alberta Cancer Foundation.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

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Celebrating the art of quilting and giving back

By Lori Larsen

In celebration of National Quilting Day on March 16, the Battle River Quilters’ Guild (BRQG, the Guild) joins other Quilting Guilds and organizations in recognizing quilt-makers and their quilt-making abilities, but more importantly the incredible gifts they give back to their communities.

“In 1997, Pat James and Carol Wilcox decided it would be a good thing to have a guild in Camrose,” said BRQG member Alberta Tritten. “They were the founding members.”

Alberta indicated that the first meeting, which hosted 18 members, was held at a local quilt store, which closed in 1998, so members took it upon themselves to meet at different members’ homes until 2000, when Quilting from the Heart store opened and offered the classroom to the Guild for a meeting space.

The Guild then moved their meeting place to the United Church, which was the first year of the very successful Quilt Show, held every two years, with the exception of COVID.

Once again, the Guild moved their meeting space this time to the Camrose Public Library and from there to their current location, the Bethal Lutheran Church (4102-73 Street), where they meet at 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month from September to June (in-person and by Zoom).

Over time, the Guild has grown both in membership, now consisting of at least 50 members, and in professionalism with an executive, various committees with backup cochairs, a communications chairperson, bylaws, Guild Procedures, Standards and Guidelines and a budget that includes annual reporting procedures.

The objective of the Battle River Quilters’ Guild is to contribute to the knowledge of quilting through education, travel, and fellowship, preserve quilting as an art form, encourage the exchange of ideas and methods, engage in charitable effort and promote the appreciation of fine quilts.

Giving back

Perhaps one of the most important mandates of the Guild is to give back to the community, which they do tenfold with the many donations of beautiful handmade quilts to a variety of not-for-profit organizations and individuals.

“From the very beginning, the Battle River Quilters’ Guild’s mission was to promote love of quilting, education and involvement in the community,” noted Alberta.

In the spring of 1998,

(The Guild) did the first project.

“We were approached by Kay Rude, then chair of Cancer Society, and we did several projects for them. The first project was a work bee held at St. Mary’s Hospital. That quilt raised $2,500 for the Cancer Society.”

The next year, the BRQG had another quilt raffle, raising $3,500 for the Cancer Society and in between these substantial projects completed other generous givings.

“One of our members, Arlene Knutsvig, who was very instrumental in our guild, passed away,” commented Alberta. “She was a nurse at St. Mary’s (Hospital) so we took it upon ourselves to have a garage sale of all her fabric and notions and we raised roughly $4,000 to donate to the neonatal unit, because that is where she worked.”

Some of the earlier projects taken on by the Guild included: Habitat for Humanity; making quilts for the family of the Central Agencies Christmas Adopt a Family initiative; the donation of 100 quilts, per year to the Camrose Women’s Shelter; making a quilt for the Library; making a calming quilt to hang in the space of the Camrose and District Home Support; making and continuing to make quilts for the chemotherapy unit at Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital and The Bethany Care Group.

Other organizations that have been the beneficiary of donation quilts include: The Open Doors, Meals on Wheels, Battle River School Division, Canadian Armed Forces (past and present mem-

bers), Bags of Love, victims of the Slave Lake wildfire, the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation and the Learn Together Project.

“We have been very mindful to support the needs of the community, and as the years progressed, we have become more visible, but we have always been very involved in the community,” said Alberta.

The Guild also donates quilts to individuals within the community who may be going through challenging times. The recipients are so grateful, it is not unusual to see them wrap the quilts around themselves as though being hugged by the

Guild members who take so much pride and enjoyment out of giving such a precious gift. “It just means so much. They are all stitched with love,” remarked Alberta.

Fun events

Part of the enjoyment members get from being part of the Guild, aside from the camaraderie and sharing of the craft during meetings, include guest speakers, presentations and Show and Tells

“Show and Tell is a very empowering process,” said BRQG president Donnalee Thompson, explaining that items completed by members are shared at meetings.

“One member shared a

baby quilt created by three generations, great-grandmother Nina Koopman, grandmother Carol Marohn, and Nina’s 13-year-old greatgrandson Zayne Cross.

“Another member shared a wall-hanging where the member creatively incorporated charms from her charm bracelet into an artistic memory quilt. That meeting had a profound impact on me.”

Over the course of the year, the Guild also offers events including a spring weekend retreat, a Retreat Day in Camrose in the fall, a quilt show every two years, shop hops, potlucks, sew days, blocks of the month and a variety of other fun and informative activities for members who wish to participate.

“In June, the Canadian Quilters’ Association will be holding the annual quilt show, Quilt Canada in Edmonton, and various BRQG members are looking at volunteering, attending, taking classes and/or submitting quilts.”

The Guild also collaborates with other community organizations and businesses in developing and maintaining supportive partnerships and markets to provincial quilt guilds and shops.

Staying connected

The Guild keeps the community informed about the organization and the craft itself through presentations and events including: various quilt shows throughout the year, Community Registration Night, and most recent, Youth Sewing Classes (in partnership with the City of Camrose) held from January 31 to April 15.

“And during COVID, when we were unable to have a planned Quilt Show, we hosted Quilts on Parade,” said Donnalee.

In June 2023, the Guild negotiated with the Bailey Theatre to host Quilts on Display in the Spotlight Bistro, and the past two years has collaborated with the Camrose Heritage Railway Station and Park to have a Quilt Shoppe during the six-week Christmas Market

Membership

To keep members informed, once a month the Guild puts out a newsletter, arranges for members to attend meeting via Zoom meeting, maintains and updates social media, and consistently updates information brochures.

For more information on the Battle River Quilters’ Guild, visit the Facebook page or contact Donnalee Thompson by telephone 350-213-6097 or by email at dl1954@telus.net

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Pictured, left to right, front row sitting are Battle River Quilters’ Guild longstanding member Alberta Tritten, Wetaskiwin member via Zoom Betty Anne Alexander and president Donnalee Thompson. Back row are members Cindy Katchur, Angie Bailey and Sherrie Ellingson.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Three generations of quilters, left to right, Carol Marohn (grandmother to Zayne), Nina Koopman (great-grandmother to Zayne) and 13-year-old Zayne Cross each had a hand in creating the beautiful “butterfly” quilt they display, which will become part of the Battle River Quilters’ Guild’s comfort quilts to be donated to a not-for-profit in the community. The quilt to the right of Zayne, who proudly carries on the tradition, was one that was originally made by Nina’s mother Theresa Koopman (since passed) that Carol re-quilted and Nina bound, using the original appliques.

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EASTER SALE – Camrose

Ukrainian Catholic Church on Saturday, March 23 from 9:00 am to noon at “The Little White Church by the Lake” 5304-48A Avenue. Perogies, Cabbage Rolls, Nalysnyky, Easter Breads, baked goods, other Ukrainian goodies, crafts and more. Please bring your own bags. Sponsored by Camrose, Hay Lakes and Round Hill UCC.

ROUND HILL EASTER

MARKET – Monday, March 25, 5-7 p.m. For a table, call or text Terry 780-678-6131.

CAMROSE & DISTRICT SENIOR CENTRE SOCIETY

– will be holding our Annual General Meeting on Thursday, March 28, 2024, in the Card Room at Mirror Lake Centre, 5415-49 Avenue. The Annual General Meeting is at 10:30 a.m. All members and public are encouraged to attend. For further information call 780-672-7022.

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Community Centre, Friday, March 15. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Bingo starts 7:30 p.m.

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SAUSAGE BREAKFAST

– Sunday, March 17, Heisler Community Cultural Centre, 9 a.m. to noon. Adults $12, 6-12 years $7, 5 and under free. Sausage available for sale.

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BINGO – Monday, March 18, Heisler Community Cultural Centre. Doors open 6:30 p.m. Bingo starts 7:30 p.m. 15 games for $5. Door prize on advance tickets. Bonanza to follow.

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SPACE – located in high traffic, southerly area of Main Street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $2160/mo., triple net. Clean, dry storage space in basement also available. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-6723142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

ESPECIALLY NICE OFFICE SUITE

Generous 794 sq. ft. suite, suitable for three or more staff. Includes two private offices. Ground floor, easily accessible. Modern building in downtown Camrose. Bright, quiet, air conditioned. $1206.22/mo., plus share of operating expenses. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.

ROOMS FOR RENT in the Scotney and Jacqueline character homes. Both are 2.5 blocks from university in Camrose. Clean, quiet and bright. Rent is $495 - $600 monthly plus DD and includes WiFi, utilities, recycle pick-up, yard care and snow removal. Partially furnished w/ shared laundry. (Some rooms are fully furnished for international students.) This is an affordable, quality accommodation that fills quickly. (Some rooms still available.) No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Reduced rate over the summer for students. Please call Dave P., 780678-6163.

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GR AI N ME RC HANT

Who We Are:

Batt l e Rive r Railway i s a f arme r owned co- op headquar te re d i n Forestburg A B . We own , o perate a nd maintain o u r r ailway, a s wel l a s ow n a n d o perate t hree grai n e levato r s a lon g o u r r ailway. O u r m ai n b usinesses are f re igh t m ovement ( grai n a n d fer t ili ze r), g rain transloading a n d e mpt y r ailca r s to rage. We h ave recentl y transforme d o u r g rai n t ransloading b usines s i nto a g rain me rchandising b usines s a n d a re l oo king fo r someone to l ea d t hi s b usiness . A s a s mall company, we l oo k for employe e s w h o a re com fo rt a bl e p er fo rming m ultiple ro le s a n d w ant a gency ove r t hei r wor k.

Over view and Scope of Work :

Th e g rai n m erchan t w il l b e responsibl e fo r a l l a spect s of bu ying a n d sellin g g rai n fo r B at tl e Rive r Railway

These d utie s i nclude b u t a re n ot l imite d to:

• Sett in g b ids , communicating t h ose bids w it h g rain bu ye r s a n d f armers

• Selling grain and m anagin g relationship s w it h customer s

• Managing p rice r isk , i ncluding m anagin g a h edg e boo k

• Managing a n d b ein g responsibl e fo r t h e g rai n b usines s P& L

• Implementin g a sof tw are s ys te m to h el p m anag e t he grai n b usines s

Management Relationship:

Th e g rai n m erchan t w il l repor t directl y to B RR s G M

Ba se Salary :

TBD, b ased o n experience . Rang e 8 0-120 k p e r yea r

Location:

Forest bu rg , A B . H ybrid wor k i s possible

Fu ll y rem ote i s n ot p refe rred

Bonus Compensation:

Eligible for t h e B R R Profi t Share Pro gram , s ta rt in g i n t he fi sc a l yea r 2023/24 (Se ptembe r 30 Yea r e nd). Additiona l bonu s compensatio n to b e n eg ot iate d.

Benefits:

BRR offer s a comprehensive h ealth , l ife, d isabilit y a nd denta l i nsurance p rogram

SUMMER STUDENT LABOURERS

Cont ac t: Matt @bat tleriverrailwa y.ca

We bsite: Batt leRi ve rRailway.c a

Empl oyer : Batt le Ri ve r Railway

Position: Fu ll Time, May 1 to August 31 an d July 1 to August 31

Abou t Us

BR R is a New Generation Cooperative ow ned locall y by an d for farmers. Headquar te red in Forestbu rg , AB , we ow n an d operate ou r shor tline railway from Camrose to Alliance, AB , as well as grain assets at th ree locations along ou r railway.

The Job

BR R is seekin g summer student empl oyees. Th e empl oyee will work as part of a team on th e track crew

Ta sks

• Genera l labour

• Track mainte nance

Skills req uired

• G ood team player

• Re liable

• Physic ally capable

• Va lid Clas s 5 Driver ’s Licence

• Abilit y to report to work at various locations along th e Batt le Ri ve r Railway

• Ty pical star t location is Rosalind , AB

Compensation

• Hourly pay of $20

b e p rovi de d i f requested

Vacation an d Pe rsonal Emergency Time Of f: 10 d ays paid vac at io n p e r a nnum

Contact:

Matt @b at tleriverrailwa y.ca

BattleRiverRailway.ca

ANKERTON GAS

CO -OP Ltd.

Summer Employ ment

Two positions open for su mmer employ ment

from May 1 to August 30, 2024

Clea n dr iv ing record Map read ing

Some computer sk il ls are an asset

Dead li ne for appl icat ions is March 31, 2024

Forward your resu mé to:

An kerton Gas Co-op Ltd.

Box 10 0, Bawl f, AB T0B 0J0

Emai l ma nager@an kertonga s.ca | Fa x 780-373-24 66

Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted.

Hockey Vikings beat SAIT Trojans

By Murray Green

A playoff season of sports is under way at the University of Alberta, Augustana for the 2023-24 Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference season.

Hockey Augustana Vikings needed overtime in the deciding game to win a best of three-game series against the SAIT Trojans on March 1, 2 and 3.

The Vikings lost the first game 5-4 in Calgary. Augustana scored the first and last tally of the opening period, but it was the three goals given up in between that set them back. Jack Hamly and Ben Stollery, on a power play, were the goal scorers.

In the middle and last frame, the teams exchanged goals. Tavis Roch and Chase Leslie scored for the Vikings. SAIT netted the game winner in the last second in a heart-breaker.

Goalie Daniel Moody stopped 33 of 38 shots fired his way, while his teammates recorded 45 shots on goal.

Augustana rebounded with a 5-2 victory in Camrose. This time the Vikings took charge with three goals in the 3-1 period. Hamly, Jake Gudjonson and Jase Smalcel scored the markers.

Jaxon Georget garnered the only tally in the middle frame. In the third after a SAIT goal, Conrad Phillips scored for the Vikings.

Goalie Moody turned away 25 of 27 shots. The Vikings counted 36 shots on goal.

In the deciding game, the teams were deadlocked with no score after 40 minutes. In the third game SAIT scored twice before Augustana mounted a comeback.

Hamly scored both of his tallies in the third to force overtime. Gudjonson was the hero by scoring at the 8:09 mark. Moody stopped 15 of 17 shots and the Vikings fired 46 shots on goal.

Vikings faced the Red Deer Kings in the second round of playoffs on March 8, 9 and 10.

Basketball

Mackenzie Mrazik of the women’s Vikings made the first North Women’s All-conference Team. Tayah Fiveland made the second team.

Jack Smilski and Ryan Degner of the Vikings made the second team North Men’s All-conference Team.

Curling

The Augustana women’s rink earned bronze medals at the ACAC Championships and are now at nationals in Fredericton, New Brunswick, March 12 to 16.

DEATHS

Robert “Bob” Arnold Fitzgerald, of Camrose, on March 1, at 83 years of age.

Patricia Laviolette, of Daysland, on March 1, at 77 years of age.

Roger Foss, of Camrose, on March 4, at 79 years of age.

Donald “Don” George Glidden, of Wetaskiwin, on March 5, at 75 years of age.

CORRECTION

In the Century Farm/ Ranch article on page 22 of the March 5 Camrose Booster issue, the last name Ilnicki was misspelled in the cutline below the photo.

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Se ll ne w ba tt er ie s an d boos t ve hicles to o.

Yo ur se rv ic e … it ’s al l abou t TIME !

We’re celebrating 20 great years!

Fr anchis e in th e Camr os e area of fe re d as lo w as $25,999

St ar t be in g in ch ar ge of yo ur futu re –Be th e su cc es s yo u wa nt

In accordance with the provisions of Section 311(1) of the Municipal Govern ment Act and amendments, notice is hereby given that the Proper ty Assessment Notices will be mailed to assessed persons on Ma rch 14, 2024

As per Section 310(3) of the Municipal Govern ment Act, all Assessment Notices are deemed to have been received seven (7) days af ter they have been sent

Dated at Bitter n La ke, Alberta, Ma rch 14, 2024

Jill Tinson, Ch ief Administ rative Officer, Village of Bitter n La ke, 30 0 Ra ilway Avenue, Bitter n La ke, AB T0 C 0L 0

VILL AGE OF HAY L AKES

We are looking to ll a position in our Public Works Depar tment . The Public Works Manager is looking for a heavy-dut y operator that is experienced in snow plowing and landscaping work

This position is full -time Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Duties will include operating tractors with snowplows or snow pushes, being capable of switching out pieces of equipment . Using sit down mower, tractor for landscape maintenance, ensuring village owers are watered and cared for. Have aptitude for mechanics, with good communication skills and be able to work as a member of a team. Depending on experience this position will pay between $20.00 to $25.00 per hour. Must have a current driver’s licence. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

Please contact the Public Works Manager, Kr yst yn Pukanich, if you think this might be a t for you. Kr yst yn can be reached at 780-878-3200

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

BYLAW 1543

Pursuant to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Camrose County gives notice that it has given First Reading to By-law No. 1543 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. 1373.

The purpose of this By-law is to redistrict part of NE-9-42-21-4 from A-Agricultural District to CR2 - Large Lot Country Residential District. The intent is to allow for the subdivision of the redistricted portion from the remainder of the parcel. The redistricting is approximately 8 acres.

Anyone affected by this Amendment may make written submissions before 12:00 noon,

Tuesday, March 19, 2024. The Public Hearing for By-law No. 1543 will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. in the County Council Chambers, 3755 - 43rd Avenue, Camrose, Alberta T4V 3S8.

Written submissions will be heard first, oral submissions will be heard as time permits.

Copies of the proposed By-law are available online at www.county.camrose.ab.ca.

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MERIDIAN 4 RA NG E 19 TOWNSHIP 46

SECT IO N 33

QUARTER SO UT H EA ST

EXCEPTIN G THER EO UT AL L MINES AN D MINER ALS

AR EA : 64.7 HECTARES (159.8 8 AC RE S) MORE OR LESS

Th e land consists of 145 cult iv ated ac re s mo re or less

Th e title to th e proper ty will be subjec t to th e rese rv ations an d exceptions now appearin g on th e title an d free an d clea r of al l encumbrances Th e restrictive cove nant re gistered by Wild Rose Co -O perati ve Associatio n Ltd. prohibitin g th e reta iling or manufactu re of grain bins , agricultural equipmen t, fert ilizer, seed , chemical or any agri-busines s th e will remain registered on title. GS T will be adde d to th e te nder pric e unless th e pu rc hase r is a GS T registrant at th e time of closing.

TE NDERS must be in writing, accompanie d by a ce rt if ie d cheque for $5, 000 .0 0, sealed in an enve lope marked “G re en Acre Farm s” an d must be received by Fielding & Company LLP, Barris te rs an d Solicitors , #100, 4918 - 51 St reet , Camrose, Al be rt a, T4V 1S 3, on or before 12:0 0 noon , April 5, 2024 Municipa l ta xe s will be adjusted Any su rf ac e leas e payments received by th e Seller prio r to closin g will not be adjusted Th e closin g an d adjustment da te of sale will be May 1, 2024, an d th e successfu l tenderer must pay th e balanc e of th e pu rc hase price, plus GS T unless th e te nderer is a GS T registrant , on th e closin g da te, or th e deposit will be forfeited. Th e deposit s of al l unsuccessfu l te nderer s will be returned to them fort hw it h af ter th e closin g of tenders. No conditiona l te nder s will be a ccepted , an d th e highes t or any te nder will not necessaril y be a ccepted No warran ty what soever is gi ve n as to th e conditio n of th e proper ty or as to th e fi tnes s of th e proper ty for any purpose. Th e Seller will pay for th e cost of title insuranc e to facilitate closing of th e pu rc hase of th e land s on May 1, 2024

For fu rt he r in fo rmatio n abou t th e proper ty phon e Wa yn e Th ro ndson, K.C. at Fielding & Company LLP, (780 ) 672- 88 51

FA RM LA ND FOR SA LE BY TENDER

The following fa rm land is offered for sa le by tender, subject to the rest rictions, reservations and non-fina ncia l obligations in the existing Certif icate of Title:

MERI DI AN 4 RA NGE 16 TOWNSH IP 42 SECT ION 5

QUARTER NORT H WEST

EXCEPTING THER EOUT ALL MINES AN D MINERALS

AR EA: 64.7 HECTAR ES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS

Proper ty cont ains 155 cultivated acres +/No adjust ment for 2024 proper ty ta xes which will be pa id in full by the Purchaser.

Tenders in sealed envelopes ma rked “K roet sch Tender”, with tenderer’s GST number and accompanied by a certified cheque or ba nk draft made payable to “A nd reassen Borth In Tr ust”, for 5% of the amount of the tender, must be delivered before 12:0 0 noon on Ap ril 2, 2024, to the offices of Andreassen Borth, 5014 -50 St reet, P.O. Box 727, K illam, Alberta, T0B 2L 0, phone 780-385-3670

The ba lance of the pu rchase price shall be pa id to Andreassen Borth on or before May 1, 2024 Tenders are ir revocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successf ul tenderer do es not complete the pu rchase after acceptance of that tender, thei r deposit shall be forfeited. The highest or any tender will not necessar ily be accepted

The owner reserves the right to reject any and all tenders. Deposits received from unsuccessful tenderer s can be picked up or w ill be returned by mail

For further information please call Blai r Kroetsch at 780- 679-7650.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BYLAWS 1540 MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN & 1541 LAND USE BYLAW

PUBLIC NOTICE

Ta ke n ot ic e t ha t t h e C ounci l of C am ro s e C ount y, i n t he Prov inc e of A lber ta , h a s g ive n Firs t Re adin g to C ommuni ty Ag gregate B ylaw 154 4 w hich w ill , u po n n a l p assage a nd a pprov al , a uthorize C am ro s e C ount y to l ev y f ro m s an d a nd

l o perator s t h e a moun t of $ 0.4 0 p e r tonn e of s an d an d g rave l.

Second , T hird a n d Fina l Re ading s of t h e B ylaw a re schedule d to o ccu r a t t h e C am ro s e C ount y C ouncil meetin g o n M arc h 26 , 2024.

Any q uestion s o r c oncern s c a n b e s ubmi tte d i n w riting by emai l o r l et ter to t h e following by M arc h 24, 2024: coun ty@count y.camrose. ab.c a

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Date d a t C am ro s e C ount y, i n t h e Province of A lber ta , t hi s

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Pursuant to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Camrose County gives notice that it has given First Reading to Bylaws No. 1540 and 1541 to replace the existing Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw approved in 2016. The purpose of these Bylaws is to address issues that have been raised by the public and Council since the adoption of the previous documents. Anyone affected by this Amendment may make written submissions before 12:00 noon, Tuesday, March 19, 2024. The Public Hearing for By-laws No. 1540 & 1541 will be held on Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. in the County Council Chambers, 3755 – 43rd Avenue, Camrose, Alberta T4V 3S8. Written submissions will be heard first, oral submissions will be heard as time permits.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of SERENA JOAN MARIE SKINNER, who died on NOVEMBER 21, 2023.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by April 12, 2024, and provide details of your claim with MARG ARE T WEIR ANDRE ASSEN at Andreassen Bor th, Barristers & Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1.

If you do not f ile by the date above, the estate proper ty can law fully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have

ROTARY CARES

Ole’s Spring Run Off

By Murray Green

Ole’s Spring Run Off is set for May 11 at 10 a.m. Although the loppet was cancelled due to the lack of snow, the run will be going full steam ahead.

Runners will start from the ski club’s wax room at the Stoney Creek Centre on Saturday.

The youth one-kilometre race participants will receive a t-shirt and a signature handmade candy medal. The children’s run will begin at 11 a.m.

More experienced runners can choose between 3 and 8 kilometre distances. They may have special goody bags for the first 150 runners who register. Register early because the registration fee increases on April 20th.

All the race information, routes, package pickup and prices are listed on webpage https://camrose skiclub.com/oles-springrunoff/.

They have added an eight-week Learn To Run For Fun class, which begins March 22.

“The Learn to Run for Fun class is a way for anyone who wants to learn how to run, enjoys the motivation that comes from training with others, or wants to use this as a running refresher course,” said Ole organizer Kathi Nagy. Classes begin Wednesday, March 27 and will be held every Wednesday and Saturday until the Ole’s Spring Run Off in May.

Members of the Camrose Running Club, with decades of experience, will lead the classes and discuss clothing, nutrition, shoes and running form during the twice-weekly classes.

Daylan Wizniuk, who has run thousands of kilometres, will help lead the Wednesday classes and pass on tips that have taken him to races around the world.

“I love running and Camrose has some of the nicest running trails. I want to encourage others to take the first step to running. This will be a fun class designed to take the fear out of running,” he said.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Rotary Camrose member Lou Henderson, right, presented Pat Lyseng with a cheque for $1,000 as the winner of the February Rotary Cares draw. Pat says it pays to support Rotary. Proceeds go to community projects and Air Cadets.

New Family Services Department

By Lori Larsen

As part of the restructure of Camrose & District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS), a new Family Services Department will be offered.

This new department combines the knowledge and expertise of Camrose Family Resource Centre, Camrose and Area Family Resource Network and Changing Ways.

The Camrose & District FCSS Family Services team includes: Laurie Jansen, program director; Daneille Ostafichuk, program manager; Shannon Stolee, Changing Ways lead; Jolene Doig, program coordinator; Lindsey Shott, program coordinator; Stacey Wolfe, program coordinator; Krista Smith, program coordinator.

“This combination creates a wrap around of services for families,” explained Family Services program director Laurie Jansen. “All of our current and past families can expect uninterrupted services as we continue to offer the same great supports as always with the same collaborative partnerships, but now with enhanced and additional services.”

The services available include:

• Family Programs for families with children of all ages including registered and drop in programs for families to attend together.

• Family Support–Families can access information resources for their children, family or their community. Support is led by the parents and at their pace.

• Navigation and referral services–Staff will connect families with the information and resources they request, within our geographical region.

• Parent Education–Support will be offered for parents/caregivers to be

more effective in caring for children up to 18 years of age. The program promotes the use of positive parenting practices such as positive language, family routines and increasing knowledge of child development and communication styles.

• Developmental screens–Parents can complete a tool that gives them a ‘snap shot’ of their child’s development with further referrals made if needed.

• Rural Outreach–All services extend to families in Camrose & District FCSS designated rural areas.

• Anger Management groups–The department offers an eight-week educational group for adults who want to deal with chronic rage or anger, unrelated to their intimate relationships.

• Intimate Partner Violence groups–This program is for adults who have experienced any form of abusive behavior in relationships and offers separate groups for those who identify as men and women.

• Youth groups–The department offers groups to children within the scope of psychoeducational groups and peer support for children and youth.

• Camrose County Summer in the Park–This summer program is open to Camrose County residents with school aged children to attend one of six weeks of camp, within their geographical area. The location for each week of camp changes for maximum coverage of the County of Camrose. For more information or if you have concerns or need a referral, contact Camrose & District FCSS by telephone at 780-672-0141 or visit the office at 4823-51 Street.

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week Wonderful starter home

By Lori Larsen

This five-bedroom, three-bathroom raised bungalow offers a lot of space for a reasonable budget with plenty of upgrades including hardwood flooring, crisp white interior finishes and more.

The airy open floor plan leads from the living area featuring a large front window into the dining and kitchen area.

The bright white kitchen has loads of cabinets for storage and countertops for preparing meals.

The main floor has an updated four-piece bathroom, two bedrooms and a primary bedroom with two-piece en suite. There is room for home owner and a roommate to have their own space for getting ready in the morning.

For the growing family there are two more bedrooms and a three-piece bathroom on the lower level and the unfinished area can be finished to

accommodate your own needs including a games or media room. The utility/laundry room offers great space for seasonal storage.

A back door leads from the home to the backyard and steps away from the double garage with a extra long driveway where you could park another vehicle.

This home located at 5227-43 Street, priced at $269,900 is perfect for the first time owner. Join Matthew Mayer at an open house on Thursday, March 14 from noon until 2 p.m. or Saturday, March 16 from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., or for a private viewing, contact Matthew at:

Central Agencies Realty

4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 780-781-7088 Cell

Matthew Mayer

ST. PATRICK'S DAY EDITION

Never iron a four-leaf clover. You don' t want to press your luck

If you find a four-leaf clover, it doesn' t mean you're lucky. It means you have entirely too much time on your hands.

If it bothers you that I'm not wearing green on St . Patrick 's Day, just pin a twent y dollar bill to my shirt. Food for thought : Are mashed potatoes just Irish guacamole?

Irish Toast : May ya live as long as ya want, and not want for as long as ya live French Toast : Bread, cinnamon, eggs and maple syrup

The plumber asked Paddy, " Why haven' t you paid the bill for the work I did last Friday ?"

Paddy replied, "It was not what you quoted." The plumber said, "But I didn' t give you a quote." Paddy replied, " Yes, you did. When I asked what day you could come , you said you were free on Friday!"

I asked my five-year-old how his day was and he said, "It was the best day ever! A REAL leprechaun came to our class!" This makes me a little unclear abou t the science curriculum in kindergarten

May the wind at your back not be the result of the corned beef and cabbage you had for lunch

What do you get when two leprechauns meet up for lunch? A lot of small talk

Ever ybody has di erent St . Patrick 's Day traditions. Some cook a traditional Irish meal, others go to a parade , some go out for a drink . In my family, it 's my daughter yelling at 6:30 a.m. that she has nothing green to wear

Some people use St. Patrick 's Day as an excuse to drink , while the rest of us have kids for that.

I love St. Patrick 's Day! Three drops of green food colouring in the pancake batter and I'm Dad of the Year! St . Patrick may be up in Heaven saying, "I ne ver even drank! What are those people doing? And I like the colour blue , not green. I thought I made that clear."

Husbands, save this text for St. Pat 's Day :

"Honey, I'm just having one more pint with the lads.

If I'm not home in 20 minutes, read this text again." What do you get when you cross poison ivy with a four-leaf clover? A rash of good luck

Son: "I can never c atch a leprechaun."

Me : " That 's cause they're not real–"

Wife : [death glare]

Me : "–ly easy to catch. Maybe this year!"

Did you hear abou t the leprechaun who opened his own store? Now he's a small business owner.

The legend goes that St . Patrick drove all the snakes out of Ireland. I was thinking, that must have taken a really long time to put all those tiny little seatbelts on all the snakes.

Why can' t you borrow money from leprechauns?

Because the y're always a little shor t.

At a bar on St. Patrick 's Day :

My friend: "Did you see that guy ?"

Me : " Which one?"

My friend: " The one in the green shirt."

Me : " You are going to have to be a little more specific."

Paddy goes on a safari with his wife and mother-in-law. One morning, the wife gets up and finds her mother missing. In a worried state, she wakes up Paddy and they both go looking for her. Eventually, they come to a clearing where they find the mother-in-law standing face to face with a ferocious lion

"Quick , darling! Do something!" screams the wife.

"Oh no," says Paddy. " That lion got himself into this mess, he can get him self out!"

How do you get a leprechaun's attention?

Say, "Look clover there!"

A St. Patrick 's Day wish: "A s you slide down the banister of life , may the splinters never point the wrong way."

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