March 19, 2024 Camrosre Booster

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One of the highest profile achievements from membership of Camrose & District Fish & Game Association is Pleasure Island Fish Pond, located just five minutes east of Camrose. Twice annually, this pond, open free to the public year round, is stocked with rainbow and brown trout. Catch and release fishing is encouraged at this scenic and appealing nature-lovers' attraction. Walking trails are also popular with guests who enjoy this tranquil location. Proceeds from this year’s Wild Night, the 27th annual fundraiser for the active local Fish & Game Association, will be directed to additional maintenance and upgrades at the pond.

Taking place at the Days Inn Norsemen Camrose on Saturday, March 23, all who attend are welcome to enjoy a hearty roast beef dinner, laugh with entertainer/comedian Cory Mack, take part in a silent auction, and may even win a raffle prize. Get your tickets now by calling Kevin at 780.679.4361, Glen at 780.678.6183 or

Saturday’s fundraiser.

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By Murray Green

Inspector John Spaans, RCMP officer in charge (OIC) at the Wetaskiwin-Camrose Detachment had good news for Camrose County.

He presented his quarterly update, along with Camrose commander Cpl. Cory Schultz, to Camrose County at a regular meeting on March 12.

He reported that crimes across the board have been reduced in the area in the last quarter of 2023.

OIC Spaans went over the RCMP’s performance plan, emerging issues and plans for the rest of the year in 2024.

“Community Policing and Victim Services (CP/ VS) has been engaged in several school initiatives in Camrose County such as the Bawlf Boys Club and the Bawlf School continues to be successful,” he said.

“No significant trends have been identified in Camrose County during this quarter. Traffic safety continues to be the primary concern,” Spaans added.

“We are in a Public Safety Campaign that has a public notification system that is now live. The public will receive alerts relating to crime in prog-

ress, trends and tips. Brochures will be disseminated around the city and counties,” shared Spaans.

The Crime Reduction Unit has used suppression shifts that have resulted in the seizure of firearms and drugs. Intelligence gathered from the Taskforce has been used in these initiatives.

Calls to Service in 2023 totaled 1,731, down from 1,762 the year before. In 2019, the number was 1,952.

“Our top files are from property damage and moving vehicle traffic violations. Traffic, speeding takes up a lot of our time,” he explained.

Property damages reported were 251 and traffic violations were 247. It drops down to suspicious person/vehicle/property reports at 90.

Break and Enter is a key driver in crime severity and an overall concern for rural Albertans. There has been a 49 per cent reduction year-over-year. A total of 19 cases were reported compared to 37 in 2022. CPL Spaans indicated that it is still 19 too many, but good to see it go down.

Theft of motor vehicles is historically a concern for Camrose County. “We had a reduction of 44 per

Rural crime numbers dropping

cent in 2023 from 36 down to 20. We have managed to get a few prolific offenders off the streets, so we attribute it to catching the repeat offenders,” said Cpl. Spaans.

“The Police Funding Model (PFM) has funded the addition of one new member at the Camrose Detachment. The new member will be a CP/VS member dedicated to engagement within the rural communities,” said Spaans of the good news.

A Sergeant position will replace the previous Corporal position. Sergeant will have detachment commander responsibilities, but reports to the Wetaskiwin-Camrose OIC.

“To select the right candidate, there will be a community participation interview. We have pivoted our approach and will now staff the Camrose positions directly to Camrose; as opposed to Wetaskiwin. The Camrose members will still be tied to the Wetaskiwin watches and Wetaskiwin will still cover Camrose in the absence of a Camrose member. This gives us 24 -hour policing for Camrose,” he said. The extra officer will also allow for more time to set up the Rural Crime Watch organization again.

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Is it grass dancing or procrastination?

This week includes the official first day of spring. Whatever the weather, that spring feeling is in the air. It’s a time for starting new projects, getting ready for “planting,” whether it’s a crop or a garden or a new project. It’s a time of beginnings. It’s a time for “grass dancing.”

Let me explain with an example. Recently, I agreed to do a presentation and watched myself get ready. As soon as I knew I’d be doing it, I found out something of the audience, and began mulling it over in the back of my mind.

As the time drew nearer, my mulling moved closer to the front of my mind. On the day I began to prepare the presentation, I watched myself re-read things I’d read before, tidy my desk, poke around on-line, make a snack, mull some more…

Was I wasting time? Procrastinating? Maybe. However, I prefer to think I was grass dancing.

Grass dancing: a wise tradition I first heard the term “grass dancing” in a talk by a Native American man from Montana. He was the keynote speaker at a workshop about resilience, the characteristics and conditions that help children and adults deal with challenges and come out stronger and happier.

The speaker told us about a custom of his ancestors. When nomadic Plains Indian bands moved to a new location, the people did not immediately set up camp. First, they began to walk around to get a feel for the new terrain. As they walked gently, they would notice the ups and downs, the sheltered places and open places, the water, grass and animals, the spirit of the place. Only when they had walked around enough to have a feel for the terrain did they decide what to put where. Then they would begin to set up camp.

The speaker called that gentle exploration “grass dancing.”

He suggested that the practice of grass dancing was helpful when we begin anything new. This gentle exploratory activity helps us get a sense of the new “terrain.” That in turn helps us to decide wise next steps.

Not a waste of time.

I used to be frustrated when I’d create a work plan that began with a specific task. At the point when I thought I ought to begin Step One of the work plan, I’d divert to another activity that might be slightly related, but not anything like the logical place to begin.

I now know that sometimes my “dance around the edges” prepares my mind, body and spirit for what is to come. It’s like priming the pump so the water will flow. It creates a space (physical, mental or emotional) where new things can happen.

Things go more easily when you remember to include exploratory activities into the early phases of a new project. Grass dancing can provide the necessary bridging that helps prevent impatience over “nothing’s happening yet,” or feeling bad about avoiding or procrastinating.

Grass dancing or procrastination? Sometimes my “dance around the edges” really is a method to avoid or procrastinate. The same might be true for you. What might also be true for you is that, when you pay attention to your own subtle signals, you can tell the difference. The physical or emotional sensations you experience when you gently explore something new (grass dance) are different from the physical or emotional sensations when you avoid or procrastinate.

When you consciously choose to begin a project or a personal change with some form of grass dancing–gently exploring the terrain and making space for something new–it is easier to break through resistance and begin moving in the best direction.

The next time you think about or begin something new, it might be time for gentle exploratory grass dancing.

If nothing else, grass dancing sounds much better than procrastinating or wasting time. That’s a good enough reason! ***

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.

No communication

While I have no financial interest in either the downtown or the Chamber of Commerce, it was always my perception that the Chamber represented the downtown merchants and was mainly comprised of them. This Jaywalkers’ change seems to have been made without any communication with the downtown merchants. What a pity.

Our downtown has remained a vibrant, vital part of Camrose and has not deteriorated like many other downtown areas in the west. Something is wrong someplace here. Camrose council needs to get involved in this unfair change of venue and straighten things out. We do not need some out of town midway company making decisions for our great little city.

Jim Orr, Camrose

Jaywalkers’ downtown

I just read a sad news article about our cherished Jaywalkers’. We have been involved in celebrating Jaywalkers’ downtown with our kids and now our grandkids for many, many years. It has a unique atmosphere having blocked Main Street and you are able to “jaywalk” down town Camrose. We have friends and family who travel from the cities specifically for this unique jaywalking event. Moving it to the CRE grounds totally defeats the purpose. Downtown was a great place for adults to shop great deals and the kids enjoyed the numerous rides.

I think moving it is a huge mistake and hopefully the businesses downtown will continue on with a downtown celebration.

George Shostak, Camrose

Caring words

As a retired mental health care professional, it concerns me greatly how the use of such words as “crazy,” “bonkers” and “nuts” are flippantly applied in everyday conversation. This is especially the case when such words are used as weapons against people for whom we may disagree with politically. This is also the case when such words are simply used to describe someone we may dislike.

Words such as these are damaging for those living with psychosis. It creates a hostile atmosphere and silences them and their lived experience. This can inflame symptoms and make vulnerable people more ill.

What is most shocking is that I have heard these words used in spaces, such as churches, which purport to be safe places for those we label as different. Creating inclusive places involves more than just installing chair lifts for those with mobility challenges. It involves using language that is truly inclusive so that all are welcomed.

Instead, I invite people to use more sophisticated and nuanced language to healthily express themselves. This is not “cancel culture.” It’s just showing compassion and love towards those living with psychosis and others who are different from ourselves.

Sandra Nordstrom, Camrose

No communication

Does the city really think we have forgotten that it was Waste Connections Canada, not Integrity, that accomplished the switch to automated collection six years ago?

Camrose never had semi-automated collection, we went straight from manual collection to ASL (automated side load). Nobody is arguing the decision to move to ASL; it is the trend and the right decision. The interview in the article makes it sound like the move to front street collection is a result of the switch to ASL, which is misleading and untrue. The ASL trucks are neither heavier or wider than the manual collection trucks they replaced. These dimensions are highly regulated maximum width of 2.65m and maximum weight of 24,300kg. The grapple must be able to open completely and nest inside of the width of the truck and it does.

I would be shocked to see anyone from the city fall on their sword and take responsibility for this bad decision, or to do anything about it. I would however urge my fellow residents to remember this fumbling of a pretty important issue in the next municipal election cycle. Hopefully our woefully inadequate garbage and recycling strategy is an issue next time around.

Landon Lewsaw, Camrose

Fading Community

Thanks for taking the time to express your opinion Carole Preston. But I must disagree with your position, if you expect the City council to spend tax dollars to provide community life support. I am of the opinion the taxes I now pay are enough.

Pat Barott, Camrose

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Camrose and District Hospice Society administration coordinator Melanie Poole, from left, and Hospice secretary Evelyn Carrington received $230 from Camrose Royal Purple member Marion Czapp from the proceeds of the Chase the Ace where Hospice was the charity of choice raffle.

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• Canada’s Ambassador to Mexico, Stanley E. Gooch, spent a few hours at Augustana University College talking to Junior University students and faculty about Mexican related programs and exchanges. He was welcomed by Augustana President, Richard Husfloen and Academic Dean David Dahle. Ambassador Gooch was the son of Velma Gooch, who taught at Camrose Lutheran College for 19 years. As a teenager and young adult, he spent four years at the college, three in the high school program and one in first-year or “Junior University”.

• The Camrose Composite High School boy’s team went undefeated through the Alberta Schools’ Athletic Association Provincial Curling Championships held in Camrose to win a gold medal. The team, skipped by Kyle Domes, with Regan Braseth, James Berg, Maury Hoehn and alternate Jeremy Wideman breezed through the round robin portion of the competition with three straight wins. They then went on to defeat Daysland in the semi-final and Grande Prairie in the final. The Daysland School team of Dane Miller, Kris Miller, Karl Zimmer and Ryan Eshpeter bounced back from their loss to Camrose to claim the bronze medal with a win over Lamont.

• Already within one and a half inches (3.8 cm) of the all-time snowfall record of 94 inches (2.38 metres) in 1908, it seems fairly safe to predict that a record snowfall would be recorded in Camrose before the current winter ends. According to Howard Beebe, of Calgary Power’s Camrose office, 92.6 inches (2.35 metres) had been recorded following 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) that fell on the previous Sunday. Twenty inches (50.1 cm) of snow had fallen in four days of the previous week which halted vehicular traffic.

• At the recent meeting of the Board of Trustees of the Canadian Lutheran Bible Institute the decision was made to begin construction of an administration and classroom building in April. CLBI President, Arnold Hagen, advised that Christensen Contractors of Edmonton have been awarded the contract. The urgent need for the three-storey 100’x48’ building became evident as enrollment soared to an all-time high, surpassing the one hundred mark during the current ’73-’74 school year

• Mr. and Mrs. Leon Boulter of Rosalind were two of approximately thirty persons who travelled from Seba Beach to Grande Prairie by snowmobile last week, a distance of 280 miles (450 km). Two of the group were women, and when it was over, Kay Boulter was hailed as champion because her machine actually travelled the greatest distance. The snowmmobile trip was arranged by “Evergreen” Tourist Zone 7 to direct attention to snowmobiling as a winter recreational activity in this province.

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Chamber of Commerce examining all possibilities for Jaywalkers’

By Murray Green Camrose and

District Chamber of Commerce previously announced some big changes for this year’s milestone 65th annual Jaywalkers’ Jamboree earlier this month, but the board is still pursuing all possibilities at this point.

Jaywalkers’ Jamboree will be held on June 7 to 9 this year, a week later than usual. West Coast Amusements was unable to accommodate the first weekend in June due to a conflict with another event in Leduc.

At an open house at the Bill Fowler Centre on March 13, Chamber members voiced their concerns over the event leaving downtown. Board members explained why they made the decision they made.

“This wasn’t an easy decision (to move Jaywalkers’) to make. We spent a lot of time and commitment from volunteers to make the decision. We know this is a huge shift,” said Chamber president Lana Gunderson. “We also admit

we failed to communicate with all members.”

Several attendees made the point that having Jaywalkers’ downtown was more important than the rides. However, the Chamber board responded with concerns about the loss of revenue.

The Chamber board of directors heard that West Coast wanted to bring in more and bigger rides to increase the midway. The board decided to move the event to the Camrose Regional Exhibition, but many Chamber members were upset with the decision.

A motion was put forward to call a special meeting to receive feedback from more Chamber members. The board would have to rescind the original motion in order to move Jaywalkers’ back downtown. The board is currently examining all possibilities before moving forward.

“It is time for a members’ meeting. Everyone should be allowed to vote.

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As I understand it, we have to come up with $60,000 to make the Chamber to keep Jaywalkers’ downtown (if we don’t have rides). As a community, we can figure that out. If West Coast doesn’t want us–I’d like to play that poker game with them,” suggested Chad

Snow, a downtown business owner.

The Chamber said they would go through the bylaws to see what the next action would be.

The City of Camrose’s downtown area has seen construction on several empty lots over the last

year where either events, rides or parking used the space.

Keeping history in place, the board wanted to have Jaywalkers’ as close to the first weekend in June as possible.

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By Lori Larsen

Celebration of Bands

What happens when you fill a school gymnasium with over 150 band students? The answer is simple, you get some beautiful music.

On March 8, École Charlie Killam School (ÉCKS) played host to the Celebration of Bands, an event that was spearheaded by École Camrose Composite High School (ÉCCHS) music director Graham Green two years ago.

After a year hiatus, the event continued this year, hosted by ÉCKS music director and teacher Bob Bailey.

The event invites school bands from the Camrose and surrounding areas to come and share their musical talents with one another and experience an opportunity to partake in the “musical” equivalent of a tournament.

“The event is meant as a sharing session,” explained Bailey. “We want our students to perform for one another in a no pressure environment. It is just a chance to share our music rather than any kind of festival or competition.”

This year’s celebration included performances by: ÉCKS Grade 7 and 8 Bands, directed by Bob Bailey; ÉCCHS Grade 9 Band, directed by Graham Green; New Norway Band, directed by Vicki Metcalfe; and Hay Lakes Band, directed by Landon Lewsaw.

The bands have an opportunity to improve through a noncompetitive clinic held after their performance, and run by expert adjudicators. This year, band members were able to learn under the guidance of former Battle River School Division band teachers Tom Spila and R. J. Wilson.

“Much like our teams have the opportunity to participate in tournaments, we wanted our band kids to see that this activity exists and flourishes in the various schools in our division, and that band is a fun and beneficial activity in which to take part,” said Bailey.

For approximately 90 minutes, the halls outside ÉCKS gymnasium were filled with the low pitches of tubas and oboes, the rumbling of percussion, the metallic bright tones of trumpets, french horns and saxophones, the mellow tones of the clarinet and bright notes of the flute as the band members played some familiar and some more challenging pieces.

The École Charlie Killam School Grade 7 Band, directed by Bob Bailey, kicked off the Celebration of Bands event on March 8.

The New Norway Band, directed by Vicki Metcalfe had toes tapping to the theme song of Star Wars

The École Charlie Killam School Grade 8 band, directed by Bob Bailey, concluded the Celebration of Bands with a challenging new piece.

The École Camrose Composite High School Grade 9 Band, directed by Graham Green, played pieces ranging from a calm melody to an upbeat march.

The Hay Lakes Band, directed by Landon Lewsaw, “busted” out a familiar movie theme song.

Photos by Lori Larsen

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Fish and Game Wild Night Dinner

By Lori Larsen

The

Camrose

and District Fish and Game Association (CDFGA) will be hosting the 27th annual Wild Night dinner and awards event on Saturday, March 23 at the Days Inn & Conference Centre by Wyndham Camrose Norsemen beginning with cocktails 5:30 p.m.

The dinner, featuring delicious roast beef will be served at 6:30 p.m. followed by the hilarious entertainment of comedian Cory Mack.

Writer/comedian Cory Mack, currently residing in Calgary, grew up on a farm in Saskatchewan, so appreciates the humour of rural living and has been bringing laughs to audiences for over 29 years.

She stars in her own Comedy Now special and has been featured on CBC Radio’s The Debaters, Laugh Out Loud, The Go! Show and Madly Off in All Directions.

Cory has performed at Just for Laughs International Comedy Festival, the Hubcap Comedy Festival in Moncton, NB and the Comedi-Ha in Quebec City, Quebec. She is the co-founder and producer of the YYComedy Festival in Calgary.

Her wildly funny take on married life, growing older, raising children and other not-so-out-of-the-ordinary life situations along with her perfectly timed one-liners, has her audiences cracking up.

To add to the evening of good food and good laughs there will be a silent auction, raffles and door prizes.

The Camrose Fish and Game Association is a notfor-profit charitable organization affiliated with the

Alberta Fish and Game Association operated solely on volunteers advocating the common interests of ethical hunters, anglers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Members of the Camrose and District Fish and Game Association are continually participating in ways to make Camrose and area habitats enjoyable for people of all ages. Activities include: maintaining Pleasure Island Fish Pond and trails as well as maintaining purple martin birdhouses; partnership with Battle River Watershed Alliance; sponsoring a scholarship for students partaking in outdoor education courses through the University of Alberta Augustana Campus; a donation of snowshoes to the Camrose Public Library which are available for loan at no charge and volunteering at other community events such as the Fly In Breakfast.

Meetings are held the second Wednesday of every month, starting at 7 p.m., at the Camrose County Office (4238-37 Street.)

For more information or to purchase tickets for the Wild Night, telephone Camrose and District Fish and Game Association president Glen Hand at 780-678-6183, Kevin Schielke at 780-679-4361 or Jun Mah at 780-672-2890.

Pond is one of the many initiatives Camrose and District Fish and Game Association is responsible for, providing a wonderful place for people of all ages to go out and enjoy a little fishing or the maintained trails for hiking and enjoying wildlife.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Pleasure Island Fish

Requiem shared by local singers

By Murray Green

The beautiful classic work Requiem by Gabriel Fauré will be performed by a hand-chosen group of singers from the Camrose area and accompanied by Jane Kristenson on organ at the Messiah Lutheran Church, 6:30 p.m. on March 24 (Palm Sunday).

Bywater Call play at Bailey Theatre

By Murray Green

The Bailey Theatre has a great lineup of shows planned for this season. Here are some of the highlights.

Bywater Call of Toronto performs in Camrose on March 23 at 8 p.m. They are part of the Rose City Roots Music Society series.

Meghan Parnell and David Barnes are the driving force behind Bywater Call, a powerhouse sevenpiece ensemble. Influenced by southern-soul, Americana and roots-rock, they are creating a fresh and new sound of the blues.

Since Bywater Call was formed in 2017, they have been Maple Blues and Independent Blues Award nominated and have made waves in the Canadian Festival Circuit.

The Bailey Buckaroos are back for a classic country music evening with special guests. The next show is on March 24 at 2 p.m.

The Play That Goes Wrong is presented by Cur-

tain Call Community Theatre on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6 with the show at 7:30 p.m.

You all know the classic whodunit story, there has been a murder at a country manor and an inspector is set on the case to find who the culprit is. However, when this plot is given to the accident-prone thespians at The Cornley Drama Society, everything that can go wrong…does.

The Way Back Whens is a new band that likes to live in the past. They will be at the Bailey on April 7 at 7 p.m.

They are an old school jazz street party band with a megaphone, pumping out classic jams and brand new numbers. Their debut album, Live at the Yardbird Suite will be released in April.

The movie Big Fish will be shown on April 8 at 7 p.m. This is part of the Camrose Arts Council movie series.

This work was composed between 1887-90, and Fauré chose to use texts that focus on consolation, rather than the entire traditional Requiem text. There are seven movements in this work, with the middle movement a beautiful solo soprano movement. The two soloists for this performance will be Nancee Hughes (soprano), and Coldan Palo (baritone).

Conducted by Dr. Joy Berg, Fauré’s Requiem is about 35 minutes long. “As this work will open up Holy Week for us in Camrose, we will also hear organ pieces that help move us into Holy Week,” said Berg.

They will also sing the beautiful contemplative hymn, “O Sacred Head Now Wounded” as they put this Requiem into the context of Holy Week’s direction towards Good Friday.

This performance is supported with a freewill offering (no tickets are sold), which go towards costs of the performance as well as towards Messiah Lutheran Church. All are welcome.

Berg is a professor emeritus at Concordia University of Edmonton.

Community band to hold spring concert

By Murray Green

Camrose and District Community Band will be holding its annual Spring Concert at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre on Sunday, March 24 at 2 p.m.

The concert is at no charge, but call the box office at 780-608-2922 to reserve your seats.

“We welcome the spring season with the concert and our special guests— Edmonton’s Cosmopolitan Music Society Wednesday Night Band. We are thrilled to present this concert free, thanks to grant support from the Camrose Arts Council and University of Alberta Augustana Campus music for their continued partnership,” said band promotions coordinator Sean McIlveen.

The Wednesday Band, conducted by Rita Burns, is made up of adults who may have been in a school band and are returning to playing music; or adults who did not have that opportunity in their youth and begin to learn in our beginner band program and/or in private lessons; or those who studied an instrument in school and have chosen to learn another instrument.

“Wednesday Band is a place for musicians to come together, rehearse, perform, and share their love of music. We are thrilled to be performing for you at our first ever performance outside the Edmonton area,” explained Rita.

“Membership is open to all adults ages 18 and over, who play woodwind, brass or percussion instruments,” shared Camrose band director Tom Spila.

The band’s season runs from September to May, so it isn’t too late to join. “The band usually features several performances, cul minating in a final concert at the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre in the spring,” said Tom.

Formed in 1983, the Camrose and District Com munity Band was started by a group of 13 interest ed local musicians, under the baton of Spila, for the purpose of providing a rec reational adult band for the community. The origi nal community ensemble, called the Rose City Band, was active in the 1960s, but later disbanded. The formation of the Camrose and District Community Band allowed former Rose City Band members, former school players and in-

and members range in age from 19 to 90 plus. Community Band rehearsals take place Tuesday evenings, from

7:30 to 9 p.m., at the École

Camrose

Composite High

School band room. The season runs from late September to late May.

The band welcomes all newcomers so if you are interested, feel free to talk to members of the band and the director after the concert, or call Tom at 780-672-1051 for further information.

Game of life

We are big fans of board games at our house and willing to try most games once. We particularly enjoy games like Settlers of Catan Ticket to Ride and Sequence where it’s all about strategy and not just luck in games like Snakes and Ladders, or Frustration (which we have decided, by the way, is very frustrating.)

One afternoon, my nine-year-old was playing at my parents’ house and so my two oldest kids and I decided to try out a new game. We found it in the back of the closet and dusted off the 1980s-looking cover–the Game of Life, with a smiling mom and dad, son and daughter. It sure looked like they were having fun!

The back of the box asked us if we would make the world a better place, retire in style, land a great job with a big salary, or have a house full of kids with our spouse. “Each space is a different adventure, so you’ll get a whole new Life every time you play. What does Life have in store for you? Take a spin and find out!”

(I don’t remember playing this in my childhood. I learned later that the Game of Life came out in 1960, based loosely on a Milton Bradley game from 1860.)

We quickly encountered our first problem–no instructions. I went on-line and within minutes had instructions printed, though I pointed out that back in my day before Google, we would have had to be creative and come up with our own rules in similar circumstances.

We laid out the board with its little houses, and put a driver into each of our cars, the tokens for moving around the board. From there it went downhill, at least for the kids. My daughter chose to get educated at college, but then complained that it hadn’t helped her to get a better job in the end. My son was aghast at how much debt he had, and how long it took him to plow through the debt.

At this point I said, “Guys, this is life! This is exactly what happens in real life!” Go into debt, and slowly oh so slowly pay off the debt. Pay taxes and don’t actually earn what you thought you would earn (my mom says I was shocked when I got my first T4 tax slip after working the year after high school and saw how much money had been taken in taxes). But at 12 and 14, they don’t know this yet, and that is how it should be. We even ran out of debt cards at one point because we were in so much debt! My daughter got dinged for forgetting to buy automobile insurance.

We experienced many true to life decisions and situations–start a career or go to college, pay taxes, get fired, have a mid-life crisis, pay day, get married, have children, buy a house, buy stocks, take out loans, buy insurance, retire. It was interesting that the Game of Life doesn’t end in death, just retirement. That’s the end. Also interesting was that if you land on get married, have babies or buy a house spaces, it was not optional.

Our randomly drawn career choices ranged from accountant, athlete or salesperson to superstar, with salaries ranging from $20,000 to $100,000. I landed on buy a house, and ended up with a split level–the card said it was “one level before the ’quake. Now a real fixer-upper for adventurous folks!” Only $40,000. I became a police officer and it was my job to shout “speeding” whenever someone else spun a 10, which I did with great zeal. If I forgot or didn’t notice the spin, then they didn’t have to fork over the $5,000 penalty to me. My 12-year-old was disappointed to find himself the proud papa of twin girls and then another girl as well. He later had to pay $50,000 per child for college and wasn’t too impressed with those freeloaders in his car. I, on the other hand, ended up not having kids. (Yet confusingly, I still felt like a grandma since my son had kids in his car.) I landed on a get married space and I put another pink peg in my car instead of blue, just to bug the kids.

While I thought it was fun to see what would turn up on the cards, the game appears to be mostly luck-based, other than a few spots where you can choose which route to take. Nothing like a family game to make you feel stress about what’s to come in life! It was hilarious watching my kids’ reactions to these quintessential life moments, and who knows–maybe playing the game will make these events less of a surprise when the time comes.

City presents draft copy of updated Municipal Development Plan

By Lori Larsen

During the March 11 City of Camrose Committee of the Whole meeting, council provided feedback to City administration on the proposed Municipal Development Plan (MDP), Our Camrose Shaping the Future update including the core values and vision statement.

The Municipal Government Act, Section 632 requires all municipalities in Alberta to have an MDP that undergoes regular review and revision. The City of Camrose’s current MDP was adopted by Council in August of 2011.

According to the report, presented by City of Camrose long range planner Francisca Fredericks, an MDP is a visionary and strategic document that should provide high-level policy to guide how Camrose will grow and change over 25 years.

“The MDP is a central document from which all other municipal plans and guidelines should flow,” reported Fredericks.

The updated MDP has already undergone Phase 1 (project initiation and background review) and Phase 2 (technical review and community vision) and is currently in Phase 3 (draft MPD and community engagement), followed by Phase 4 (Final MDP and approvals).

Fredericks indicated that during various public engagement events conducted throughout the project citizens were asked the following two questions; What do you love about Camrose? and What do you dream about Camrose?

Responses to the questions by members of the public indicated common themes which were distilled into guiding values by members of the Technical Review and Community Advisory committees, in conjunction with Green Space Alliance (consultant) that they believed to define Camrose and what was important to residents.

In Phase 2 of the project the following seven core values were identified:

1. Small Town Feeling

2. Sense of Community

3. Recreation

4. Health and Wellbeing

5. Sustainability

6. Connection and Collaboration and

7. Mindful Decision Making.

Based on the seven core values the following vision statement was proposed.

“Our Camrose: Where small town charm is main-

tained through mindful decisions that guide us towards sustainable living, enhanced recreation, and collective well-being. A place in which residents and businesses are proud to call home.”

Council remarks

In response to an inquiry by Councillor JoyAnne Murphy regarding which values/subsequent outcomes would social inclusion, caring for all, fall under, City of Camrose Planning and Development manager Aaron Leckie replied, “The core values are capturing more than just one area, for example arts and culture connects to a couple of these values or social well being connects to a couple of these values. We have a whole other section of notes from what we heard from those meetings to start to write the policies under these sections. We are excited to have the opportunity to go to the public after this and come back to Council in May to start running through some of those policies to make sure we are following the collective vision for the community.”

City of Camrose Community Development general manager Patricia MacQuarrie further explained that the social impact piece was captured under core value 4 (Health and Wellbeing).

In reference to the City’s vast increase in development permits in 2023 and continuing through 2024, Councillor Murphy asked, “What kind of role can council play? Is it only within the MDP or do we need to be talking about other things to talk about sustainability and how development meets all these criteria and goals going forward?”

City of Camrose manager Malcolm Boyd replied, “This a very high level master plan, and influences other policies. Those other policies are where council provides the governance. So if this directs Land Use Bylaw, that is where council would have the opportunity to provide that direction that influences development.”

Leckie added, “One thing that we identified early on in this process, probably at the earliest stage when we were putting together the project for council’s consideration during budget a couple years back, we recognized it is too cumbersome to develop an area redevelopment plan for every neighbourhood in

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Camrose. It is difficult to manage and a lot of the areas have some overarching similarities that we would recommend protecting and preserving while still allowing for development opportunities.

“Very often the MDP is directive as to how other plans should be updated.”

Mayor Stasko inquired as to the verbiage, shall versus should, and how/if will appear in the MDP.

Leckie replied “Interpretation and the use of language to be directive is very important. Until we have the policies we won’t know for sure how that should be written. If it is ‘shall’ it is compulsory, if it is ‘should’ it is highly recommended and there has to be justification as to why it is not being followed, and if it is ‘may’ then it is an option based on the project itself.”

MacQuarrie noted that administration will be bringing a draft document back to Council for further review.

Fredericks continued

with a two-part question to Council. “Does the proposed Vision Statement align with the Core Values and the direction of Camrose over the next 25 years and are there any more refinements that should be made to the Vision Statement to accurately reflect the community?”

Council response

Councillors Murphy, Rosland and Ilg expressed concern over the use of the term “Small Town”.

Fredricks indicated that the purpose of bringing the MDP update forward at this point, as a draft, was to get a sense from Council on what they liked and if they wanted any changes.

“We will go back to the project team and take Council’s feedback and consideration and modify the document. You (councillors) are out there talking to the community members and understand the community’s goals and aspirations for the future.”

Fredericks proposed a final question to Council. “How well does the design

and imagery of this document represent the community’s identity and values? Should any additional element be included?”

Councillors Murphy and Hoveland expressed some concern over the colours used for the icons; however, overall Council was impressed with the consistency of the visual connection to the content.

Public engagement on the draft MDP will commence in April including: website and social media postings and open houses.

Administration will also be working with McElhanney (the consultant) on putting together a workshop for Council at the end of May.

For more information on the MDP draft document visit the City of Camrose Website at www.camrose. ca and click through Your Government/Agendas/ 2024/Committee of the Whole/11 March 2024

BRCF receives support for Reading University

By Murray Green

Battle River School Division (BRSD) received exciting news that it will receive support from Battle River Community Foundation (BRCF) for its Reading University program.

BRSD is receiving $60,000 for Reading University this summer. The three locations are Camrose, Tofield and virtual online sessions held morning and afternoon. Once dates have been determined, more information will be shared.

Reading University is geared toward improving reading skills for students Grade 2 and up. This fun filled, skill building four-week summer program is packed with activities for young learners. It offers an experience that demonstrates

how reading and learning can expand the horizon for life’s adventures.

In addition to participating in educational field trips and special events, special guests visit the program to read and connect with students. The goal is to engage students in a fun and collaborative learning environment while they improve their reading skills.

Reading University is hosted jointly by BRSD and BRCF, and the program has served our student community for over a decade. Hundreds of students have successfully graduated from the program.

For more information about Reading University, please contact your BRSD school principal.

By Lori Larsen

During the March 6 Camrose and District Chamber of Commerce luncheon meeting, City of Camrose Mayor, PJ Stasko, presented members and guests with the City of Camrose annual update.

Stasko began by speaking about the record year the City experienced in 2023 with over $90 million in development permits.

“The incredibly strong development permit year that we had in 2023 will be reflected in 2024 and 2025. Our 2023 revenues showed very strong growth in both residential and non-residential development for the 2024 tax season.”

Stasko said, in terms of residential assessment growth, in late 2022 and 2023, the City saw a very low vacancy rate in rental projects which spurred growth in multi-unit residential development sector.

“We also saw the impact of changes to the Land Use Bylaw to allow detached secondary suites with multiple new units being built,” said Stasko, adding that the change provides homeowners an opportunity to supplement housing costs making home ownership more affordable. “We have heard from realtors that this has been a positive change in Camrose.”

In describing the nonresidential growth happening in Camrose in 2023, Stasko noted three commercial buildings amounting to $7.7 million, and improvements amounting to $5.2 million. “This massive record-breaking growth in

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this area will help us offset ongoing challenges in the budget.

“Overall, we saw real growth of $17.1 million in residential areas and $13.9 million in non-residential. Many of those projects began in 2023 and are carrying on into 2024. This amount exceeds the anticipated $300,000 worth of taxation growth and allowed us to keep the tax increase to 5 per cent as predicted. The ongoing development will also help us as we go into budget deliberations later in the year.”

Stasko reported that 2023 was extremely busy in both development and building permits.

“From the $8.7 million Toyota dealership on the east end to the $5.3 million Superstore addition on the west end. With $750,000 single family home and the combined $9 million in development with the Olson & Rau Law Office and Wil-

drose Co-op Administrative Building and Liquor Store downtown as well as the $20 million Elk Island High School in the south.”

He said that with the development in Phase 2 of Valleyveiw West, the City has had development happening in every corner of the City, “Which is great news.”

Stasko said that quarter 4 saw incredibly strong permit numbers. Recent applications include: $670,000 for Giant Tiger; a combined $16 million for a multi-family residential development downtown; $835,000 for a bank renovation; $1 million shop addition in the industrial park; and several more multifamily residential developments over $500,000 in the south part of the City.

He indicated that 2024 is trending to be above average, although not as much as 2023. The City is sitting at $5.3 million in

development permits which is a quarter of the City annual average developments.

“We are continuing to see multi-unit developments as well as detached secondary suites. Lamb Ford is undergoing an expansion and we are hoping to see several 48th Avenue projects come to fruition, as well as the largest residential building in the City’s history on the north side.”

In 2023, the City completed the $51 million upgrade to the Waste Water Treatment Plant with City taking over operations in late 2023.

Stasko explained that the upgraded plant, the largest capital project the City has ever completed and the first plant of this type west of Ontario, will provide cleaner water back into the watershed and will give our community room to grow.

He also spoke of two other major City construction projects including Phase 1 of the Marler Drive reconstruction and the unplanned Stoney Creek sink hole project.

“Starting 2023 and carrying over to 2024, we are updating our vision through the new Municipal Development Planning (MDP) Document, Our Camrose Shaping The Future. This document is a visionary plan that will set our course towards ensuring that we are a healthy, inclusive, prosperous and resilient City for ourselves and future generations.”

Stasko explained that a MDP is a long-range statutory document that de-

scribes the desired land use future for a community and outlines a high level plan on how the community is expected to change over time.

He said that the document is being drafted in consultation with the community over various methods of feedback.

Mayor Stasko spoke about the work the City’s new tourism and marketing coordinator is doing to develop tourism in Camrose, including receiving a Northern Regional Economic Development Program grant in 2023 that supported the creation of a trail system guide and an updated Tourism Guide for the region.

“We were also able to complete an Events Destination Plan. To formulate this plan, we consulted with multiple organizations and individuals as well as indepth interviews with major stakeholders in the City of Camrose.”

He explained that the plan, which was adopted by City Council in February, contains an action plan to set up Camrose as a destination for events throughout the year.

In conclusion, Mayor Stasko spoke of the recent historical agreement, in principal, between the City of Camrose and Camrose County to share tax revenue related to the ongoing developments of the Cargill Plant.

“This agreement allows us for the first time to work together as partners on economic development in a region.”

Bottle gifts

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

You can turn in your used bottles to help pack gifts for Operation Christmas Child in Camrose at the Universal Bottle Depot. Simply drop off your recyclable bottles to the bottle depot and ask that they be donated to OCC for packing shoeboxes. Those funds are then used to pack gifts for children around the world.

Local OCC-media contact Glenda Strauss hands over bottles to Universal Bottle Depot owner Grace Torpe for funds that Aria DesrochersSimon and her brother Ezriel can use for packing shoeboxes such as these.

Mayor PJ Stasko

Remembering Brian Mulroney

By Damien C. Kurek, MP, Battle River-Crowfoot

I am deeply saddened by the passing of Brian Mulroney on February 29. Between 1984 and 1993, Mr. Mulroney left a memorable mark on our nation through his hard work and contributions as a true statesman and Canada’s 18th Prime Minister.

Born in Quebec on March 20, 1939, to Irish immigrants, including a father who worked as an electrician, the Mulroney family had a typical Canadian story. Though starting with very little, through years of hard work, the Mulroney family was able to make a better life for themselves. Brian himself spent many years working through junior college, university, and then law school, where he became involved in conservative politics. Practicing law and then getting involved in business, where his hard work resulted in him leading a large mining company, Brian continued to be very involved in politics. This eventually led him to run for leader of the Progressive Conservative Party in 1976, coming in second.

When he was successful in becoming leader of the party in 1983, and then winning two majority Conservative Governments in the 1980s, Mr. Mulroney, through grit and hard work, brought Canada back to the world stage after decades of Liberal decline. While the conclusion of his time as Prime Minister in 1993 saw its fair share of controversies, there is no question that Mr. Mulroney left Canada a changed nation. Since leaving politics, his opinion has been sought by those of all political stripes, his influence has come to be highly respected in hindsight, and he proudly saw family members carry on his legacy of service.

A tribute is about much more than facts about one’s life; it is about the impact one has on people. Shortly after Mr. Mulroney’s passing, I received a text message sharing how exciting it was to be at the 1983 convention when Mulroney won the PC leadership. Many other messages were received, highlighting how deeply he cared for the people he worked with and for, and how, even despite frustrations with his political positions, one could not help but respect his willingness to pursue what he thought was right. I also felt it fitting to hear from one of my predecessors who represented Crowfoot during Mr. Mulroney’s time as Prime Minister–although there is not nearly enough space to outline the very thoughtful exchange I had with Mr. Arnold Malone here, I was struck most by how genuine Mr. Malone’s respect is for his former leader. Many stories were shared of how Brian Mulroney cared deeply for those he served with and the country he led, which so often was shown through his ability to articulate a vision for the country that focused on future hopes. Mr. Malone followed up after our conversation by sharing the following line from Rudyard Kipling’s famous poem “If”: “[If] you can... walk with Kings–nor lose the common touch.” This line reminded him of a story from the late Prime Minister’s time in business where, as CEO, he made a point of eating lunch with his employees from a lunch kit just like everyone else to remember those who made the company a success.

While I didn’t have a chance to meet the now late Prime Minister Brian Mulroney personally, I feel like these past days in getting to know more about his life, I better understand Canada. From things such as free trade, Canada’s ability to punch above our weight on the world stage, and the boldness to tackle constitutional reform to the care one can show for those you work with, Brian Mulroney’s impact is far-reaching. Lastly, I can’t help but think of the famous picture of Brian Mulroney with UK Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher and US President Ronald Reagan, and think that, with his passing, the last of the Conservative titans that shaped much of the post-Soviet world are gone.

Danielle and I, on behalf of the people of Battle River-Crowfoot, offer our prayers and deepest condolences to Mr. Mulroney’s family and friends during this difficult time. May they find comfort in the knowledge that the world benefited from such a life being shared with our nation.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, you are encouraged to write Damien at 4945-50 Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9, call 780-608-4600, text 403-5755625, or e-mail damien.kurek@parl.gc.ca. You can also stay up to date with Damien by following him on social media @dckurek. If you are in need of assistance regarding a federal government program, or need assistance and don’t know where to turn, feel free to reach out to MP Kurek’s office.

By Murray Green

The Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre has a great line-up of shows for this season.

The Camrose and District Community Band will be holding a Spring Concert on March 24 at 2 p.m.

Community Band is excited to present this concert free, thanks to grant support from the Camrose Arts Council.

Pianist Roger Admiral is back by popular demand. This time he will be joining violinist Viktoria Grynenko and mezzo-soprano Mairi-Irene McCormack. They will be performing 19th and 20th century music on March 27 at 7:30 p.m.

“We are lucky to have Roger help us and perform. He pitched this idea of a trio. Mairi-Irene is a former student and now a professor at the north campus. This is our chance to bring her back to Camrose as a professional,” said Lougheed manager Nick Beach.

Ukraine’s DakhaBrakha will create a

Pianist Admiral at Lougheed

world of unexpected music for you on April 3 at 7:30 p.m.

“They are the most successful touring group from Ukraine. A lot of people in this area will be familiar with this name, they will be a big deal to a lot of people. Camrose will be their smallest stop on tour and we are lucky to have them. What I love about them is the way they blend traditional Ukrainian folk music sound, but they’re not a band for just grandmothers. They draw a younger audience with great sound and scenic effects,” said Nick.

“We usually have patrons coming from an hour or two away coming to shows. This one will have an even further draw,” said Jeffrey Heyden-Kaye, Lougheed Centre marketing and sponsorship coordinator.

Former Augustana Campus student Ryan Lindsay will be playing his country music on April 4 and 5 at 7:30 p.m.

“His career has really taken off the last few years. He is climbing pretty fast, so we wanted to get him at this point in his career,” said Nick.

An important quality Friendly rivalry on the court

By Arnold Malone

The Great Depression of the 1930s was more than just a decade on a calendar. For those who were influenced by those years, their values were changed forever.

The practice of thrift during the depression stuck like a wrenched and rusted nut.

Our mother said that during the depression there were periods when they did not have money. There was no money in the bank, none in a purse and none in a wallet. As farmers, they just lived off the farm. They had pork, beef, chicken, eggs, milk and home-ground flour along with a huge garden from which they raised healthy children.

In July 1929, the price of wheat hit a high of $1.40 per bushel. It dropped to $0.96 in March 1930, and hit a low of $0.26 per bushel in 1931. This was at a time when Agriculture Canada indicated that it cost $0.28 a bushel to plant a crop.

My dad recalled selling a rail-car load of two-year old market beef animals and getting a bill for the freight. Normally, there would be cheque with the freight cost removed. In his case, the value of the steers did not cover the cost of shipping.

What was drilled deep into the values of those families was their adherence to thrift. Waste was utterly unacceptable. Anyone who was wasteful was fodder for condemnation. This was a generation of people who squeezed value out of everything. Clothes were made, not purchased. Fat was used for making soap, hides were kept for coverings, and cardboard was used for insulation.

That doesn’t mean that persons who were influenced by the Depression would not, at a later time, buy a fine car or live in a nice home. Rather, it was a collection of many little things that clung to their behaviour.

People from that generation have hands that automatically switched off a light when they leave a room. They may find themselves entering a sun-filled bathroom–therefore, no light is flicked on and upon leaving, without thought, flipping the light switch, which puts an unnecessary light on. United States President Lyndon Johnson had a reputation of going through the White House turning the light off in the rooms he left.

Even shaving is done with thrift. People born in more recent years tend to change the blade when the blade is a wee bit dull. That is not the case of those who were influenced by the Depression. They use the same blade until it feels like you are pulling whiskers away with pliers.

The same practise applies to toothpaste. The toothpaste tube wants to know where to go to report abuse. The tube gets squeezed, twisted and crumpled until the last morsel of paste is extracted. Those Depression folks get an extra week out of every tube. They guard their pennies and their dinner plates are returned as if the dog had licked it. Paper towels get re-sized for multiple uses.

Items were used and then re-used. Machines were taken apart and the bolts and metal kept and stored. Cans and bottles were saved as they might be useful someday. At night, when families prayed, the coal oil lamp was turned to dim. It was a time when value was extracted from items that scarcely had value.

This is not an advocacy to return to that kind of thrift, but it is a reminder that once there was a time when thrift was an essential practice. Throwing re-useable stuff away is still unfortunate. Mother Earth needs her best chance to serve us over the long-term. Thrift is still important. When we are about to discard the question to ask is, “Could anyone else use this item?”

By Lori Larsen

The rivalry was friendly on the court when Special Olympics Camrose affiliate floor hockey players took on members of Camrose Police Service and Camrose Fire Department during two separate games of fast action floor hockey. The friendly but serious games between all of Camrose’s heroes occur throughout the year in a variety of different venues, from the ball field to the bowling alley to the indoor courts. The games not only provide an opportunity for the Special Olympics athletes to hone in on their skills, improve physical fitness and motor skills but they help to build confidence and maintain incredible connections with the members of our local emergency services.

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Special Olympics Camrose affiliate floor hockey players challenged members of Camrose Police Service on the court.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Special Olympics Camrose affiliate athletes took on members of the Camrose Fire Department for a game of floor hockey.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

The action “heated” up during a floor hockey game on March 14 between Special Olympics Camrose affiliate athletes and members of the Camrose Fire Department.

By Murray Green Blake Norman

of Edberg likes to keep his hands busy. He enjoys making working ornamental wooden toys.

“In 1990, I built a garage in my backyard and started out making simple things like benches. I liked woodworking when I was in high school. I moved towards more automotive for jobs. When I got my own garage, I wanted to get back to doing some wood working. I found that I enjoyed it again and started building toys for my nieces and nephews. It (love for wooden creations) grew more and then my grandkids came along and the toys got a little fancier,” he explained.

“All of a sudden, it got to the point that they were not play toys anymore. They are more mantel pieces now. I’ve had quite a few people who have bought items from me to use as awards. Someone ordered a high track Cat that was used as a Christmas present. I was asked to build a truck and trailer as a replica of the units they use. Most of my requests have been from people in the country,” Blake said.

“It started as word of mouth and I kept getting asked to build something. I always said I’ll try it. A lady asked if I had ever built a replica of a 1953 Chevrolet pick-up. I said not really, but if I can get pictures of it, I can build it. So, I asked for pictures from the front, back and side, I’ll see what I can do,” shared Blake.

“So I made it and she was happy with it. Then it blossomed from there. She wanted it painted red with black fenders, so I did. However, I mostly like to stain them so they have the natural wood look to them. Sometimes access to the fancier woods can hold me back. Most of the wood like pine or spruce I use are purchased locally at the hardware stores,” he added.

“I started out with some cheap machines, but found out I needed something a little more accurate and moved towards getting better saws and lathes over time. As I progressed to

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Norman loves challenges, wood toys

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Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Blake Norman builds just about any kind of working wood models as his hobby. He enjoys making trucks, whether it is for grandchildren or to be used as prizes or presents.

making finer details, I needed a lot better table saw. Now I can rip wood right down to within an eighth of an inch and still have all 10 fingers,” he joked.

“The fire truck that I built took about 60 hours. The logging truck took about the same amount of time. I had to visualize in my mind what it should look like. I took some pictures off the internet to use as a model. I start with the tire size and scale up from there so you get something that looks reasonably close. I used to make the tires, but now I order them because they take a long time to make,” said Blake.

“The combine I made looks a bit like a John Deere, but is a bit from various brands. A guy wanted a combine to give to his uncle and this is what I built. When I build something like this, I usually make more than one of them at once. It is easier to build a few in an assembly line than just one. That way I can build something else, while I wait for

glue to dry,” Blake stated. “With the golf cart, I wanted something that was the usual size I worked with so it ended up a larger scale. I built the wheels and started from there. Same with the cement truck. I found some dual wheels and scaled the truck from that. I knew the drum would be two-thirds of the truck. I built the front before for other trucks, so I just copied that because the guy didn’t care which make the truck was, he just wanted a cement truck,” he continued.

“I do most of the work on the wooden trucks on Saturday and Sunday. I’m still working, so in the winter, the evenings are not long enough to do a lot. I don’t do any in the summer because I love to golf and camp from May to October. When I get home, I have a list of items to work on and I do them when I have time. The most popular item is the golf cart. It takes about 85 hours if I just did one. I try to build 10 at once, so it reduces the time on each one. I’ve made

about 50 so far,” Blake revealed.

“I give two a year to Whistle Stop men’s night to use as prizes. That takes care of two a year and then people see them and want to order one as well,” he

shared.

“I’m not in this to make money. It is a good hobby for me and a nice mental challenge. It keeps my mind sharp. My challenge is to make it as real life as I can,” he said.

Old Ride?

If you have a vintage ride (rebuilt or original) or even if you’re in the midst of a build: street, rat or restoration, we’d lik e to profile your projec t.

Contact Murray Green, News Repor ter

Phone 780.672.3142

Email murrayg@camrosebooster.com

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By Murray Green Alberta

Mentoring Partnership celebrated Mentoring Month, which amplifies mentorship volunteers and community leaders who positively impact the lives of Alberta children and youth.

Mentorship enhances the lives of young people and adults alike–it creates strong, uplifting, resilient communities. Research shows that being involved in a mentoring relationship has a positive impact on a young person’s school attendance, social skills, attitude and behaviour with friends and family.

Mentors and mentees both benefit from mentoring: it builds skills, increases confidence, reduces social isolation and it can be fun.

“I’ve been a Big Brother with BGCBigs for seven years. My Big journey has been amazing. I’ve been lucky enough to have had four Little Brothers. I’ve made four friendships that will leave a lasting impression on me and hopefully on my Little Brothers, too. When I volunteer with BGCBigs, I feel like I’m doing something good for the community. However, I also believe that volunteering as a Big Brother is good for my mental health. I truly believe I’m better off because I’m a Big Brother,” said A. J. Keller.

Indigenous foundations of belonging/respect, mastery/ relevance, independence/ responsibility and generosity/reciprocity. I can feel their energy and you can view this at albertamentors.ca,” said Teena Starlight, national director of the Indigenous Youth Mentorship Program.

Their spirits shine and it gives hope. It is important that young people see older youth shine.

Formally mentored youth are almost three times more likely to report good or excellent mental health. And, formally mentored youth are over 78 per cent more likely to have an occupation. A small, but consistent commitment of time can make a world of difference to a young person.

“Indigenous Youth Mentorship Program (IYMP) has had a profound impact on Indigenous youth within rural Indigenous communities in Alberta. Through physical play, healthy snacks, mentoring and relationship building that are grounded in

“Mentoring is important to me because I know and understand how much of an impact an adult can have in a young person’s life by showing up and expressing care. Growing up, I wish I had this type of positive support as I was exposed to most of the problems and lived in an isolated area. It would have allowed me to feel supported and would have exposed me to new opportunities. Whether it is through a community match, in-school mentoring or being a pen pal, I have lived and experienced the positive impact it can have on a young person. Every time I get a letter from my pen pal, I get this joy and appreciate that I get asked questions. It makes me feel special. Oftentimes, youth will later tell me that their mentor is one of the only adults who listens to them without telling them what to do. They also often feel like they are closer to their mentor than to their peers at school because their mentor actually cares and listens to them,” said Marie-Pier Dube-Hazell, mentoring coordinator and mentor for BBBS Calgary.

Visit www.albertamentors.ca to learn more about the transformational power of mentoring and to find a mentoring opportunity near you.

Fa rm Truck Inspections

Camrose County En forcement will be conducting a

FR EE Fa rm Truck Safety Inspection

for Camrose County resident s on Ma rch 26 and March 27, 2024 for farm registered vehicles

4500 kg s an d over GV W. Inspections will be conduc ted by appointment only at th e Wild Rose Co-op Cardlock located at 3611-47 Avenue , sout h of th e east en d Foun ta in Ti re

For fu rt he r deta il s or to ma ke an appointment, please call Susa n with Protecti ve Se rv ices at 78 0.672.444 9

or emai l skelndor fe r@ county.c am rose .a b.ca ~ E nte r a d raw f or a door pri ze ! ~

Chief

Question:

Ask the CHIEF A

Do Camrose police officers have body cameras?

Answer:

Camrose Police Service vehicles are outfitted with ICDV (In Car Digital Video) currently, but officers are not equipped with body cameras. Last year, the minister of public safety made an announcement, mandating all police agencies in Alberta employ body cameras for their patrol officers. The Camrose Police Service is currently assessing all the factors associated to this initiative. This includes the number of body cameras required, the storage of data, the privacy impacts, the vetting and disclosure of video evidence to Crown and Defence, and of course what this will cost at the end of the day. Needless to say this is a significant endeavor, but we support the increased transparency/accountability this provides the public, as well as the additional assistance for our officers.

Have a question for the Chief? Email them to The Camrose Booster at news@camrosebooster.com

CHASE THE ACE

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Blain Fowler won $230 in the 11th draw of Chase the Ace Raffle 3. The Four of Diamonds was selected adding $230 to the Progressive Jackpot, bringing it to $3,262.

Dean LaGrange

of Police Camrose Police Ser vice

More jobs added in Alberta

By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency

Alberta received positive news in February when our economy gained an additional 17,000 jobs.

Further, the majority of the jobs that were added were fulltime jobs, which is great news for thousands of Alberta families, who will have a regular pay cheque they can rely on to pay their bills and save for the future. Alberta is quite literally the economic engine of Canada, and this was proven yet again in February, when we were responsible for 43 per cent of all jobs added in the entire country, despite having only 12 per cent of the country’s population.

In the past 12 months alone, we have added nearly 100,000 jobs, with almost 80 per cent of those being full-time positions. These numbers show the strength of our economy, and they are only rising. Alberta continues to see large gains in high-value, high paying sectors and our competitive tax rate, highly skilled workforce, abundant natural resources and world-class education system means that we will continue to be the economic engine of Canada.

The addition of so many jobs is important, not only for the Camrose region, but also for each and every person who lives in Alberta. These jobs are high-quality, well-paying jobs that help Albertans to put food on their tables and money in their pockets. With the inflation crisis that has been brought upon us by the federal government, many people have had difficulty paying their bills, buying groceries, and putting gas in their cars. That is why it is crucial that we ensure Albertans are able to find quality jobs close to home.

Alberta is growing rapidly, and with more people arriving in our province, there are more workers ready and able to meet the needs of Alberta employers. Ensuring that people are able to come to our province and find well-paying and reliable jobs is crucial to the growth of our economy, and the prosperity of all Albertans. This increase in job numbers signifies very strong and positive momentum for the province, by ensuring that Alberta continues to be a place that people are able to start businesses, find work, raise their families, and be proud to call their home.

A thriving job market aligns with our government’s mandate to prioritize job growth and economic prosperity and strength in an effort to position Alberta as an attractive destination for both businesses and people who are ready to work. I am proud to live in the prosperous province of Alberta, and I am even more proud to represent the hard-working people of Camrose as their MLA. I firmly believe that Albertans are some of the hardest workers, and the addition of 17,000 jobs in one month shows the truth of that.

Contact my office if you require my assistance. A reminder that I am a commissioner of oaths and a notary public and provide the service free for constituents.

If you have any questions or concerns, contact my office. We are always here for you!

You can contact Jackie Lovely, Camrose MLA, at Constituency Office, 104, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. Tel: 780-6720000, camrose@assembly.ab.ca or at Legislature Office, 6th Floor, 9820-107 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 1E7.

Jackie Lovely Photo

McDonald’s customers got more than they bargained for on the morning of Sunday, March 17 when the operator of a motor vehicle crashed into the side of the restaurant building causing some structural damage. Luckily there were no injuries among patrons and staff in the restaurant at the time of the collision. The status of the operator of the vehicle is unknown at this time. The cause of the collision is believed to be a medical episode experienced by the operator of the vehicle.

ST. MARY’S SUPPORT

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Photo below: Royal LePage Noralta Real Estate donated $200 to the St. Mary’s Hospital Auxiliary in support of Pi Day on March 14. The pies were served to patients at Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital Camrose. Pictured left to right are mortgage broker Joseph Joachim, agent Iana Lakubenko, unlicenced assistant Lynn Wesala, agent Gregory Browning, agent Karin Vassberg, auxiliary members Denise Zimmel and Pat Lyseng, and BV Virtual Tours Ian McIntosh.

In loving memory of Murray Sherwin

wh opassed away on March 19, 2016

Softly the leaves of memory fall, Gently we gather and treasure them all. Unseen, unheard, he is always near, Still loved and missed and very dear.

Forever in our hearts, Elsie and family

In loving memory of David Steiner

October 6, 1954 ~ March 25, 2022

Yesterday was a hard day–and I missed you. Today was a good day –and I missed you.

I don’t know what tomorrow will bring –But I will miss you.

The family of Jim King

…would like to thank everyone for their charitable donations, cards, flowers and food brought to the house. Special thanks to Bethany Meadows and Memory Lane staff for their awesome care.

Thanks to everyone who attended Jim’s Celebration of Life and for all the kind words spoken by everyone.

Thank you to Burgar Funeral Home staff and also to the Days Inn Norsemen Camrose staff.

Dr. Terry Kostenuk

Dr. Terry J. McKinnon-Kostenuk gracefully departed this world on March 7, 2024, with her family by her side, at her home in Pelican Point, Alberta. Throughout the toughest days, she carried herself with love and grace for those she cherished most. Terry’s strength and courage will serve as an enduring testament to her remarkable spirit. Her greatest joy in life was being the proud Grandma of her precious grandchildren, leaving behind a legacy defined by compassion and unwavering dedication.

Terry is preceded in death by her beloved son Steven; her parents Bill and Jean; and her brother Greg (Yvonne Goodwin, children Shanon, Mark, Graham, and Brandt). She will be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by her devoted husband Neil; her daughter and son-in-law Kerri and Dean McNalley; her grandchildren Fletcher and Stevie Jean; her brother Grant and Paulette McKinnon and their children Lindsay and Karmen; her in-laws Lonnie and Sandra Backen and their children Lori and Graham; and numerous cousins and cherished family members. Terry’s impact will endure through the lives she touched and the hearts she inspired.

Please join us to remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Terry J. McKinnon-Kostenuk at the Bashaw Community Hall, 4704-51 Street, Bashaw, Alberta, on Thursday, March 28, 2024. A service will be held at 1:00 p.m., followed by a luncheon.

If you so desire, in lieu of flowers, please consider making memorial tributes to Pancreatic Cancer Canada at https://pancreaticcancercanada.ca/honour-someone-special/

To express condolences to Terry’s family, please visit womboldfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements Entrusted To Ponoka Funeral Home ~ A Wombold Family Funeral Home ~

Robin Clarke Lionel

Joseph Furgason

January 16, 1966 ~ November 29, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Robin C. L. J. Furgason (57) of Camrose, Alberta, on November 29, 2023.

Rob was a former motocross racer of Alberta #44 and played hockey in his younger years. He took pride in his favourite hobbies which were gold panning, camping and being in the mountains. He took pride in his upholstery and was well known for his work.

Rob is survived by his three children Kristyn SchoenknechtFurgason of Camrose, AB, Sharlene Furgason of Edmonton, AB, and Travis Furgason of Grande Prairie, AB. He is survived by his mother Geraldine (Buck) Terry; closest friends Pansy, David, Willie Bradley; brothers and sisters Marcel, Jason, Corey and Jolene Terry, Gail and Brad Furgason; along with numerous nieces and nephews and friends. Rob is predeceased by his parents Bertha and Clark Furgason; nephews Marcel Jr. Terry and Joseph Furgason.

Family will be announcing a celebration of life at a later date.

William “Bill” Edward Meyer

March 18, 1930 ~ March 7, 2024

William “Bill” Meyer passed away on March 7, 2024, just shortly before his 94th birthday.

He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Dolores; his children Allan (Christine) of Australia, Larry (Nancy) of Camrose, Wanda (Phil Skelton) of Australia, Elaine (Bill) McAllister of Camrose, and Dale of Edmonton; his sister Shirley Gust of Vancouver; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents Edward and Lottie Meyer; and brothers Donald, Lorne and Gerald.

Bill grew up on the farm west of New Norway, and farmed until Bill and Dolores moved to Camrose in 1989. Bill enjoyed fishing, camping, golfing, and wintering down south at the Fountain of Youth. He also had a love of vehicles, owning many over his lifetime.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in Bill’s memory may be made to S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance or St. Mary’s Camrose Hospital Foundation.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

JOHNSON, JoAnn Marie

November 18, 1927 ~ March 11, 2024

JoAnn Johnson of Calgary, AB, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2024, at the age of 96 years. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with JoAnn’s family at www.MHFH.com

The family of Robert “Bob”

Fitzgerald

...wishes to thank everyone for their cards of condolences, generous memorial donations, flowers, food and attendance at Bob’s funeral. Your thoughtfulness and caring are truly appreciated by the entire family. In lieu of thank you cards, we will be making a donation in appreciation to St. Mary’s Hospital Foundation. We also send our gratitude and appreciation to the nurses and doctors of Unit #2 at St. Mary’s Hospital, a special thank you to Fr. Kris Schmidt for his compassion and kind words while visiting Bob in the hospital and at his funeral, and a thank you to Burgar Funeral Home for all of the arrangements and support during this emotional time.

Debra “Debbie” Lynn Thompson

November 20, 1958 - March 12, 2024

Debra “Debbie”  Lynn Thompson of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of Edmonton, passed away on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, at the age of 65 years.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

The family of Gerald Roth

…wishes to thank everyone for all the condolences, donations and flowers. In lieu of thank you cards, a donation has been made to Alberta Chapter – Canadian Liver Foundation.

Thanks also to Bart and staff at Burgar Funeral Home for your help and support.

– Eunice Roth and family

In loving memory of Gordon Hougestol who passed away on March 18, 2020

Beyond the sunset No clouds will gather, Always remembered and dearly missed. – Sylvia

Memorial Poems

Available for publication in The Camrose Booster Ask for our 24-page booklet of poetry. Words of comfort to remember someone special.

Donald “Don” George Glidden

July 24, 1948 ~ March 5, 2024

Donald George Glidden was born July 24, 1948 to Walter and Lorraine in Viking, Alberta. When he was young, the family moved into Camrose, where Don spent his entire childhood. He enjoyed telling stories about working at his grandparents’ farm and his interests in cars. In 1970, Don married Karen Johnston and they had three boys, Kevin, Kim and Kyle. Don loved to spend time with his family. They had many adventures together, including ski trips, camping, car rides, dirt biking, snowmobiling, and golfing. Don began his greatest adventure when he became a grandfather to ten grandchildren, who loved to spend time with their Papa. Don held several jobs throughout his life. He worked at A&W, the Trading Coral, was a salesman at Sears, and helped his dad build the Camrose Engine Rebuilders business. He sold cars, and finished out his working career building pipe bunks with his Centra Cam family. He was dedicated, hardworking, and loved to help people.

In his last years, because of health concerns, Don’s life became simplified, and his priorities shifted. He became focused on his family, especially his sons and grandchildren, and made intentional and deliberate connections with them. He enjoyed his red Mustang, and would take trips to his favourite places, Banff, McDonald’s and weekly coffee runs to see Kevin and the kids at work.

Don was predeceased by his parents. He leaves to mourn his family Kevin/Carroll (Rachael and Seth), Kim/Kirsten (Marshel, Meredith, and Zander), and Kyle/Mila (Emeli, Kennedy, Darius, Dax and Gabrielle).

A Funeral Service was held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, from CityLights Church, 4920-48 Street, Camrose, officiated by Pastor Clayton Milgate. The service was recorded and the link can be accessed on the website: www.burgarfuneralhome.com

We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to the nurses and staff of the Hemodialysis Unit at Wetaskiwin Hospital; your commitment has not gone unnoticed. Also thanks for the loving care of the nurses and staff of the Palliative Care Unit at the Red Deer Regional Hospital.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Don’s memory may be made to the Kidney Foundation or a charity of one’s choice. As well, please consider becoming an organ donor.

He will be deeply missed by us all.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Katherine Dee Ann Wall Skretting

October 15, 1954 ~ March 14, 2024

Katherine Dee Ann Wall Skretting of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Thursday, March 14, 2024, at the age of 69 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her son Nathan (Lucie) Skretting; daughter Kimberly Skretting (Travis Rott); grandchildren Jakub, Natalie, Matteo, Elishka, Mackenzie, Kajsa and Krist; and siblings Marge Peake, Lorene Judkins, Matthew Wall and Michael (Christine) Wall.

Katherine was predeceased by her husband Donald; sister Carolyn Jacobson; brother Dwayne Wall; and brother-in-law Jim Peake.

Prayers will be held at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at the St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, 3605-50 Street, Camrose.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, at the St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, 3605-50 Street, Camrose with Fr. Kris Schmidt as celebrant.

If family and friends so desire, memorial donations in Katherine’s memory may be made to the Meeting Creek Cemetery or the World Mission Prayer League.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Cecilia “Celia” Murray Patzer

October 30, 1933 - March 13, 2024

Cecilia “Celia” Murray Patzer of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of New Norway, passed away on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the age of 90 years.

A private family service will be held.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated

Camrosian crowned Miss Queen Central Alberta

By Lori Larsen

Local Camrosian Destiny Johnson is once again making the most out of competing in pageants, with a platform to open conversation and bring about awareness on the issues of mental health.

On February 3 and 4, Destiny competed in the Miss Queen Alberta held in Calgary, winning the title of Miss Queen Central Alberta and earning the chance to represent Central Alberta in the Nationals at Miss Queen Canada Personality Pageants, unofficially August 7 to 11 in Calgary.

Destiny had taken a step back from the pageant world after competing in the Miss Canada Globe 2022 held in Toronto in November 2022.

“After Miss Canada Globe, I didn’t know if I wanted to compete again,” commented Destiny, adding that she was looking for something that fit more into what pageants could represent when she discovered Personality Pageants.

The founder of Personality Pageants, Sophia Lia from Gull Lake, Alberta area, was 18 when she started the pageant. “She was involved in pageants and was a model when she was younger and being in that industry, she realized how egregious it was when pageants focused more on beauty.”

Sophia is also the editor in chief of her own mental health magazine, Sophia

Lia Magazine, with a focus on wellness, self-care, selflove and gaining confidence.

“From the first moment that I spoke to these people (Personality Pageants), they were so welcoming and honest with open communication,” said Destiny. “I was very surprised because that is how it was the entire time. They were very transparent.”

Destiny said that the format of the Personality Pageants differed from oth-

ers she had competed in, prioritizing mental health including holding workshops on mental health for contestants to attend.

Similar to other pageants, the Personality Pageants contestants must also create a platform or advocacy leading up to the competition.

“I started a blog/initiative called Forward Frontline advocating for better mental health education and resources for our front-

line workers,” said Destiny, who, as a nurse for five years, can appreciate the stress that accompanies being on the front line and dealing with traumatic situations on a daily basis.

Speaking from personal experience where, at a point in her life her own mental health took a toll, Destiny became passionate about advocating for better mental health education within the industry to help improve, not only the mental health of the individuals, but the morale within these organizations as well.

“I would eventually like to host some workshops and to hold fundraisers to raise funds for mental health and work with other stakeholders, such as Canadian Mental Health Association, in creating programs for frontline (fire, paramedic, EMS, law enforcement, health professionals.)”

She would also like to advocate for more affordable or subsidized counseling, including a more streamlined way for people to seek counseling services.

Currently, Destiny works at Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital, Camrose, in the palliative care unit and is working on completing her RN courses.

She takes opportunities to pilot ideas for Forward Frontline at the hospital, which she has found has opened avenues for colleagues to share their own journeys.

One particular idea she has passed by colleagues is

having a positivity board in the soon-to-be (renovated post-flood) break room, where anyone can post positive notes but also enjoy reading them, which she hopes will encourage a ripple effect of good feelings and well being.

In preparation for the upcoming pageant, Destiny will be fundraising for the Sophia Lia Magazine, but has also been reaching out to organizations in the community, such as The Open Doors and the Hospice Society of Camrose and District, to assist with volunteering opportunities.

Aside from dedicating spare time and energy to jumpstarting Forward Frontline, she is also preparing to compete in all parts of the pageant including: talent, which for Destiny will be singing; evening gown; sportswear; and a fun fashion based on a theme provided by the pageant.

“In the last pageant, the theme for fun fashion was Reaching For the Stars and I had a very sparkly silver dress and a cape that lit up,” smiled Destiny. “When I went on stage, it was off, but when I did my poses, I turned on the lights.”

An appropriate choice for this incredible young woman who has already cornered the market on making other’s lives brighter.

For more information on the Personality Pageants, visit the website at www. personalitypageants.org.

Elvis gets the “ shake down ”

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster

Photo above: The “King of Rock” impersonator, Preston Wideman, photo to right, was paid a visit by some of Camrose Police Service (CPS) finest on Friday March, 16 during his fun-filled “Elvis” themed 40th birthday party. The room was filled with well wishers including many of Preston’s fellow Special Olympic athletes and a few 1960s wannabes.

Pictured left to right posing with a cutout of the real thing and the guest of honour are Camrose Police Service Sergeant Marc Cossette, Constable Pam McTavish, Preston, and Constables Dave Devany and Shawn Lofgren. Kneeling in front is CPS Chief Dean LaGrange. Photo to right: Preston Wideman, aka “Elvis” was in the building.

Lori Larsen, Camrose Booster Destiny Johnson wears the crown with pride.

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– 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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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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.

KINGMAN RECREATION ASSOCIATION – ANNUAL MEETING, Tuesday, March 26, 7:00 p.m. at the hall.

75 YEAR OLD RETIRED SALES AND FORMER BUSINESS OWNER – looking to unretire. I recently had a partial leg amputation below the knee, but I now have a prosthetic leg, which works just fine. For 50 years I sold modular homes and park model homes. In that time the businesses that I owned or worked for were always number one in sales with the factories. I’m no longer looking for the big dollars, I just need to get out and meet people and do what I do best – sell or teach the younger generation how to sell. I believe I still have something to offer. I also have experience as a heavy equipment sales person and owned a restaurant/store/gas bar for 10 years. If you think I have something to offer your company please call me at 250-219-3563 or email me at harderron53@gmail. com

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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.

FOR RENT IN EDMONTON – Furnished one bedroom for student(s) with all utilities and parking. Great for UofA/ NAIT students. $750/mo.; $250 DD. Available August 1. 780672-3412.

IMMEDIATE POSSESSION – Excellent location, close to university and City centre. Be sure to view this spacious, quiet, attractive two-bedroom apartment. Balcony, stove, fridge, dishwasher, window coverage. No smoking, no pets. Owner managed, quick showing. Call 780-679-2170.

2-BEDROOM APARTMENT – with balcony. Includes heat, water, fridge, stove, dishwasher, powered parking space. Free laundry in building. Augustana area. No pets, no smoking/ vaping. $1100/mo. One year lease. 780-672-9531.

RED AND BLACK ANGUS BULLS – for sale, registered. Call 780-986-9088.

MACHINERY

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AUTO

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BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS SELLING YOUR SEAWORTHY BOAT? Make a splash with an ad in the Booster classifieds! 780-672-3142.

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

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Flagsta Count y is recruiting for the full -time position o f Municipal Services

Director

Flagsta County is located in East Central Alberta and is a safe, caring and vibrant community. We are currently recruiting for a Communit y Ser vices Direc tor. Repor ting direc tly to the Assistant Chief Administrative O cer, the Communit y Ser vices Direc tor is responsible for the overall operations of the Planning and Development, Economic Development and Protec tive Ser vices depar tments in order to develop, maintain and enhance related programs while providing quality ser vice to residents

Responsibilities will include:

1. Strategic Management: Manage short and long-term planning, operation, deliver y, and evaluation of various departmental programs and ser vices including Transpor tation, Fleet Management/Shop, Utilities, Agriculture, and Facilities Maintenance, ensuring alignment with existing policies

2. Leadership and Suppor t: A member of the County’s Senior Leadership Team, providing technical and administrative suppor t to the organization and stakeholders

3. Budget Management: Prepare, monitor, and manage depar tmental business plans within approved budgets, ensuring scal responsibilit y.

4. Sta Development: Provide leadership in developing and retaining highly competent, customer ser vice- oriented sta through selec tion, compensation, training, and day-to-day management practices aligned with the County’s vision.

5. Personnel Management : Oversee recruitment, super vision, training, and per formance management of depar tment personnel, making recommendations to the Assistant Chief Administrative O cer

6. Polic y Development: Collaborate with the Assistant Chief Administrative O cer to develop new policies and programs, enhancing operational e ec tiveness

7. Infrastructure Oversight: Ensure County infrastructure compliance with policies, bylaws, legislation, and legal requirements, including administering weight restriction policies for road bans and permits

8. Grant Administration: Research, prepare, and administer grants or grant opportunities

Quali cations:

• A diploma in Civil Engineering Technology is preferred.

• A minimum of ve (5) years of related experience in a management role; with a strong working knowledge of the principles and practices of management and supervision to enable him/her to per form his/her duties completely and e ec tively.

• Thorough knowledge of road infrastructure and agricultural ser vices with a strong understanding of the principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and the maintenance of public records, organization and functions of an elec ted Council

• Ability to develop clear and concise repor ts, correspondence and other written materials, with excellent communication skills

• Ability to establish and maintain e ec tive working relationships other governmental and regulator y o cials, management teams and sta , contractors and others

• Experience working in municipal government setting is preferred.

• Valid class 5 driver’s licence & pro cient in Microsoft applications

All candidates are required to undergo and pass a drug and alcohol screening as a condition of employment.

Position Type: Permanent Full-Time Position

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 7 hrs/day – 35 hrs/wk

S alar y Range: $125,253.75 to $154,046.20 annually

Closing Date: Until a suitable candidate is selected.

Interested candidates can submit their resumés with a cover letter by email to: Jim Fedyk, Assistant CAO

Jfedyk@ agsta .ab.ca

Direc t Line: 780-384-4104

For the full job description please visit: www. agsta .ab.ca

Thank you to all applicants for your interest in Flagstaff Count y; however, only those chosen for an inter view will be contacted.

Village of Bittern Lake EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNIT Y

Water Operator

Duties include water operations, heav y lif ting, operating machiner y, equipment, and tools. Assist Public Works Foreman with road and alley maintenance, grass cutting, weed control, tree trimming, and general maintenance of Village owned land and proper ty. All season road maintenance and any other work deemed necessar y. Small Water and Wastewater Operator cer tificates required. This is a par t-time position requiring an average of 20 hours per week , includes daytime, being on standby for emergencies and occasional weekends. Posit ion open unt il suitable candidate is found. For full description and how to apply please visit our website: www.villageof bitternlake.ca

NO

PHONE CALLS, PLE ASE

The successful candidate will provide a satisfactor y RCMP security clearance check and drivers abstract

we will consult with your postmaster to ensure future deliveries.

Thank you for being a loyal reader of…

780-672-3142 ads@camrosebooster.com

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DEATHS

William “Bill” Edward Meyer, of Camrose, on March 7, at 93 years of age.

Debra “Debbie” Lynn Thompson, of Camrose, formerly of Edmonton, on March 12, at 65 years of age.

Cecilia “Celia” Murray Patzer, of Camrose, formerly of New Norway, on March 13, at 90 years of age.

Darlene Anne Chromik, of Daysland, on March 13, at 78 years of age.

Katherine Dee Ann Wall Skretting, of Camrose, on March 14, at 69 years of age.

Hockey Vikings lost to Red Deer

By Murray Green

Augustana Vikings dropped two straight games in the semifinals to be eliminated in the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference semifinals on March 8 and 9.

The Vikings lost a tough 3-2 first game in Red Deer. Owen Lamb of Augustana scored the first and only marker of the opening period.

In the middle frame, Red Deer scored twice and the Vikings once to end the period tied at 2-2. Lane Kirk scored for the Vikings. Red Deer scored the game winner early in the third period.

Goalie Daniel Moody stopped 26 of 29 shots directed his way, while his teammates counted 21 shots on goal.

The Kings came out hard in the second match and skated away with a with a 6-2 victory in Camrose. Red Deer led 2-0 and 4-2 between periods.

Tanner Manz and Chase Leslie, on a power play, scored in the middle frame. The Kings added two more in the third to put the game out of reach.

Goalie Moody stopped 14 of 19 shots. The Vikings recorded 28 shots on goal.

Curling

The Augustana women’s rink earned bronze medals at the ACAC Championships and advanced to nationals in Fredericton, New Brunswick, March 12 to 16, where they lost in the bronze match to place fourth.

SECT

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Th e title to th e proper ty will be subjec t to th e rese rv

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 NDER S 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

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

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 OF PUBLIC HE ARING

BYLAW NO. 15 45

Pursuant to Section 606 of th e Municipa l Gove rnment Ac t, th e Council of Camrose County gi ve s notice that it ha s gi ve n Firs t Re ading to Bylaw No 1545 to amend La nd Use Bylaw No 1373

Th e purpos e of this by law is to redistrict Lot 4, Block 13 , Pl an 0926 487 from UR – Urba n Residentia l District to A – Genera l Ag ricultural District Th e intent is to operate a smal l sc ale ve geta ble/ flower farm , in addition to havi ng laying hens for personal use. Th e re districtin g is a pprox imatel y 2. 99 acres.

Anyone af fected by this amendment may ma ke writ te n submission s befo re 12:0 0 noon , Tuesday, April 2, 2024 Th e Public Hearin g for Bylaw No 1545 will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. in th e County Council Ch ambers , 3755 -4 3 Avenue Camrose, Al be rt a T4V 3S 8. Wr it te n submission s will be heard fi rs t, oral submission s will be heard as time permit s.

Copies of th e proposed bylaw a re available online at www.count y.camrose. ab.c a

Murray Green, Camrose Booster

Augustana Vikings goalie Daniel Moody tracks the puck against SAIT Trojans.

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 Railwa y

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 ne d locall y by an d for farmers. Headquar te re d in Fore stbu rg AB , we ow n an d operate ou r shor tline railwa y from Camrose to Alliance, AB , as well as grain assets at th ree locations along ou r railwa y.

The Job

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

crew

Ta sks

• Genera l labour

• Tr ack mainte nance

Skills req uired

• G ood team player

• Re liable

• Physic ally capabl e

• 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 Railwa y

• Ty pical star t location is Rosalind , AB

Compensation

• Hourly pay of $20

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

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 TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of LYLE McKEE , who died on JANUARY 20, 2024.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by April 19, 2024, and provide details of your claim with JESSICA

R. J. 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

Kodiaks silence the Thunder

By Murray Green

Camrose Kodiaks defeated the Drayton Valley Thunder 3-1 in games in the first round of Alberta Junior Hockey League (AJHL) playoffs.

Odin George was the hero as he scored in overtime to give the Kodiaks a 3-2 victory in the fourth game of the series, March 11.

After a Drayton Valley tally in the opening period, Bradley Gallo and Brady Brenner netted markers for Camrose to move into the lead. The score stood up until the third period when the Thunder tied it up to force overtime.

Goalie Elliott Pratt turned away 19 of 21 shots directed his way, while Camrose peppered the Thunder net with 41 shots on goal.

In the third game, Camrose scored three tallies in the first period to set the tone of the 5-3 contest on March 10.

Carter Matthews, Ludovik Tardif and Spencer Masters scored for the Kodiaks.

Drayton Valley fought back with two goals in the middle frame and another in the third to tie the contest. However, Tardiff with his second and Levi Carter scored to end the comeback bid for the Thunder.

Goalie Pratt stopped 46 of 49 shots. Camrose recorded 37 shots on goal.

In the second game, Camrose won 2-1 on March 8. Hodge scored the lone tally in the opening period.

The teams exchanged goals in the second with George scoring for Camrose.

LOOSE PUCK

Pratt turned away 32 of 33 shots he faced, while Camrose fired 35 shots at Nicholas Cristiano in the Thunder cage.

The Kodiaks now meet Whitecourt Wolverines in the second round. Home dates are on March 19 and 20 at 7 p.m. If a game six is needed, it will be in Camrose on March 24 at 7 p.m.

Bear facts

During the regular season Camrose Kodiaks beat Whitecourt 4-3, then lost 6-5, 5-0 and 4-0 in the four games they played against each other.

Whitecourt won both of the first two playoff games 3-2, with the second game going to overtime.

Murray Green, Camrose Booster Camrose Kodiaks goalie Elliot Pratt battles several sticks in order to cover up a rebound in first round playoff action against the Drayton Valley Thunder. Camrose won the series and are playing the Whitecourt Wolverines in the next round.

BRCF grants Bethany Group

Submitted

The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $3,600 grant to the Bethany Group (Camrose) Foundation.

“The Bethany Group has begun a new campaign to replace our therapeutic tubs at many of our health sites. Regular bathing is important, but it is one of the most time consuming and difficult things that staff do in long-term care, having what are called therapeutic bath tubs is important as many residents cannot get into a bath tub on their own, and require a special tub that is supportive and requires residents to be lifted in. Over time, these tub components wear out, and the tubs must eventually be replaced despite not being something that we are regularly funded for. The cost of a single tub is just above $40,000, so this contribution from Battle River Community Foundation will go towards the cost of the first tub we are replacing at Memory Lane here in Camrose. We want to sincerely thank the BRCF for their support. Visit www. thebethanygroup.ca/donate if you are also interested in supporting our campaign,” shared Abby Pasychnyk, communications advisor for The Bethany Group.

The grant is funded

from income earned in the Bowthorpe Family Memorial Fund and the Lorne Lemay Memorial Fund. These types of funds allow the Foundation board to match annual grant applicants with the interests’ donors wish to support.

The Battle River Community Foundation exists to support organizations in east central Alberta, which benefit the local communities and have a positive impact on the future.

Grants from the Battle River Community Founda-

tion are primarily made possible through the generosity of individual donors and organizations that have created endowment funds. The principal of these endowment funds is kept intact and the income is made available annually to support local projects and organizations. Since it was founded in 1995, the Battle River Community Foundation has granted over $9,308,006 to support charitable activities in the Battle River Region.

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week Small town living

Wally Wrubleski

By Lori Larsen

Located in the quaint town of Daysland, this four-bedroom bungalow offers room for your growing family. With the convenience of recreational facilities close by, children can easily walk to participate in their activities

The home itself has been kept in good condition, but with the way it is priced, you could easily do some upgrading to suit your own tastes and add some newer looks.

The living room features a large front window with a view overlooking the park. The open flow into the dining room that also features a large window allows for tons of natural light. A builtin cabinet is the ideal place to show off some of your favourite pieces. Adjacent to the dining area is the well-appointed kitchen with plenty of cabinets and another window overlooking your backyard.

A back area is perfect for putting coats and shoes out of sight, and a door leads out to the large maintenance-free deck.

4870-51

The primary bedroom can easily accommodate a king-sized bed and has a private two-piece en suite.

One more good-sized bedroom, a four-piece main bathroom and a spacious laundry room with built-in cabinets make main floor living convenient.

The completely finished lower level includes a large family room where you can gather for movie or games night, a bonus room you could make a home gym or office, two more good-sized bedrooms that older children would love, and a three-piece bathroom with walkin shower.

Outside you will enjoy the landscaped yard, a garage which will be great in the colder weather, as well as space to park an RV.

Perfect for a family or for someone retiring and wanting a little less work, this home, located at 5122-48 Street, Daysland priced at $199,000, is well within a comfortable budget. For a private viewing, contact Wally Wrubleski at:

My husband sure has a lot of opinions on which movie he's going to sleep through .

Does anyone else's wife quiz them abou t the movie you're watching as if you wrote and produced it yourself? I don't know why he didn't just call a taxi, L inda. I' ve got the same information you have.

The National Origami Championship is on TV tonight –it 's on paper view

My husband's favourite snack while we watch TV is whate ver makes the most noise.

Book s are better than TV because if you fall asleep while you're reading, you won' t miss the ending

Me : "I've been running three miles a day and eating healthy. I' ve lost a quar ter of a pound."

Husband : "I got up to change the channel yesterday and I lost 32 pound s."

I don't know why people are afraid that they ' ll run out of things to talk abou t if they get married. My wife just spent 10 minutes telling me about a documentar y she watched on fungi

I'm writing a show ab out a group of veterinarians who work ou t in cow pastures. I'm going to call it

Graze Anatomy.

Me : "What do you want to watch tonight?"

Wife : "Something that will keep me awake."

Me : [searches for a movie that does not exist]

Comments other people make during a movie are so annoying. Comments I make during a movie enhance the experience.

Johnny's math teacher saw that he wasn't paying attention in class. She called on him and said, "Johnny! What are 4, 2, 28 and 4 4?" Little Johnny quickly replied, "NBC, CBS, HBO and the Ca rtoon Network!"

I keep the subtitles on when I'm watching TV because sometimes I'm just snacking too loud .

My wi fe and I are sitting on the couch watching TV and I hear that I got a text . Realizing I le ft my phone in the kitchen, I get up to go check it . It 's a text from my wife , "Please bring some chips on your way back ."

Movie Titles Made Edible

Lord of the Fries

G one With the Wings

A Wrinkle in Thyme

The Taming of the Stew

Game of S cones

Lamb Shank

Redemption

Dances with Loaves

The Old Man and the Tea

Under the Tuscan Bun

The Scarlet Lettuce

Black Forrest Gump

The Clan of the Gummy Bear

Of Rice and Men

Peter Pancake

War and Peas

A nne of Green Apples

Beauty and the Yeast

Starch Wars

Moby Duck

The Devilled Egg

Wear s Prada

To Sir, with Lox

True Grit s

Harr y Potpie and the Philosopher' s Scone

Any Given Sundae

Children of the Corndog

Olive Twist

2001: A Spice Odys sey

The Hunt for Red Onions

The Grape Gatsby

Fast L imes at Ridgemont High

Fi ft y Shades of Grav y

The Girl with the Dragonfruit Tattoo

The G oudafather

The Silence of the Lambchop s

To Grill a Mockingbird

A Christmas Carrot

The Grapes of Wraps

The Catcher in the Rye Bread

Pride and Preserves

The Fr y Who Loved Me

Jurassic P ork

Battle River Community Foundation board member Alex Oliver, left, presents a cheque to Pastor Kevin Schwartz, chaplaincy coordinator, and the executive director of The Bethany Foundation with Carla Beck, The Bethany Group’s CEO.