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By Murray Green
The opening of Blessed Carlo Acutis High School this fall, with more than 400 students from Grades 9 to 12, is in jeopardy.
The province won’t give possession of the school to Elk Island Catholic School board because of the disagreement between the City of Camrose and area developer, Camgill Development Corporation.
The failure to pave a road and hook up utilities was put on hold six months ago when the City and developer wouldn’t proceed
with the project.
Both parties asked lawyers to get involved when a decision about who is supposed to pay for, build and install items is still at a stalemate.
In a closed special meeting at City Hall, council still did not determine or share their view who is responsible for providing a road and providing site servicing access.
The matter was discussed at the legislature on April 8.
In the oral question pe-
No budging on allowing new high school to open
riod, Calgary MLA Amanda Chapman brought the matter to the floor. “The project is left in limbo because the infrastructure minister wrongly assumed there were roads and utility hook-ups and it turns out that there were neither. The minister didn’t even know who the landowner was. Will the minister of infrastructure tell Camrose parents this is what passes for a compliant school build for this government,” questioned Chapman.
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Green, Camrose Booster
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Camrose and District Music Festival excites participants, spectators alike
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
From left, Alice McLeod, Mindy Hawkins, Avanthika Aravind, Lydia Osterwalder and Rozie Pollom performed “Unstoppable” by Christopher Braide and Sia Furler. Every day and category of the festival was filled with talented contestants.
Thomas Kambeitz performed in the age eight and under category, by singing “I Wonder If I’m Growing” by Raffi.
Molly Kambeitz played her violin beautifully to provide some tunes for Thomas Kambeitz. Molly also performed a solo in the 10 and under category by singing “Soon You’ll Come Home” by Lana Beeson trans. Erik Olson.
New Norway Junior High Band were a highlight of the festival with their amazing execution of “Theme from Jurassic Park” by John Williams, arranged by Michael Sweeney Adjudicator Guy Palmer workshopped with the band and shared advice on how they can enhance their performance.
Andrew Hein performed a piano solo in the age 12 to 13 category. For his performance, he chose “ Wind Riders” by Christopher Norton.
Chester Ronning Grade 4F played “Au Claire de la Lune” and “Hot Cross Buns” for their wonderful performance. Conductor Lori Lunty guided the children as they captivated the audience with their young talent.
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• At the Sport Development Society’s Annual Dinner and Silent Auction, Lorne Broen presented a special award in recognition of outstanding achievement in sport to Scott Galenza. Galenza was most valuable player in the playoffs as a member of the McDonald’s Midget Fastball Team which won a silver medal at the Canadian National Fastball Championship. He was also named the male athlete of the year in 1999 for minor fastball in Alberta and was rookie of the year as a goaltender with the Alberta Junior Hockey League South Division Champion Camrose Kodiaks.
• Megan Pfeifer and Amy Pennoyer competed at the Winterskate Final held in Innisfail. Megan won the gold medal in the pre-novice ladies’ singles event and Amy won the bronze medal in the silver artistic event.
• The Camrose Women of the Moose gave $300 to the Camrose and District Youth Choir. Accepting a cheque from WOTM Junior Regent Jean Standage were youth choir members Halley Bailey and Jennie Ross.
• Mrs. Mona Sparling, Mrs. Myrtle Bosmans and Mrs. Ann Kehoe were presented with Life Memberships in the Camrose and District Museum Society by President Mrs. Idella Robson. Mrs. Sparling and Mrs. Bosmans were charter members in 1964 with Mrs. Kehoe becoming very much involved later the same year. All three ladies worked for the museum with absolute devotion for approximately a decade. Each received a certificate and their framed and engraved photographs are displayed in the museum as an inspiration to posterity
• Top athletes at Camrose Lutheran College were recognized at the 10th Annual Colour Night. Claire Rolf was named “Outstanding Female Athlete”. Miss Rolf competed in cross-country running, cross-country skiing and downhill skiing. She won the Alberta Women’s Open CrossCountry Skiing and was a member of the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference Championship cross-country team. Three students shared the Top Male Athlete award. Jim Zackowski was baseball team captain and also excelled in badminton. Dennis Dunn placed first in ACAL All-Star Hockey and was named most valuable player in the All-Canadian. Bill Andreassen was captain of the Vikings, first in All-Star ACAC Hockey, first in 4-West and first in All-Canadian. Joe Voytecheck, coach of the Vikings hockey team, was honoured and appreciation was expressed for his dedication to the team and for his fine brand of coaching.
PAID MESSAGE
IT IS TRUE : Since the 1950s, Alber ta has been a leader in weather modi fication, injec ting silver iodide into the atmosphere, licensed and re gulated by the Alberta government and paid for by insurance companie s. Aircraft operate out of Calgar y Springbank , Olds, Didsbur y and Red Deer Airports.
IT IS OBVIOUS: Look into the Alber ta sky and obser ve large aircraft flying at high altitudes leaving horizon to horizon trails that slowly settle down and form clouds.
IS IT TRUE? The large aircrafts are dropping “death dumps” of silver iodide , aluminum, barium and strontium (SR) [a silver y, alkaline ear th metal with atomic number 38] bound together with C0 2 [solid carbon dioxide] causing dementia, upper respir ator y disease, eye irritation, rheumatoid ar thritis and carbon nanotubes in children’s lungs and damaging human and animal DNA, even to the point of death
IS IT TRUE? Federal, Provincial and Municipal politic ians deny that this is
ening Just asking the question
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The year of a noisy spring Wow. What with the Canadian federal election, and up-and-down tariff wars from the United States, this spring season feels very noisy!
Seems like every day there’s a new outrage–or a new reason for either hope or despair, depending on your political leaning.
I’ve already decided I’m going to vote on one of the advance poll days, because I expect there will be long line-ups on election day.
Lots at stake in this federal election.
Who best to manage the economy? Who best to respond to attacks from our former friend and neighbour to the south?
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Lately I’ve been thinking about various political systems in our world. Democracies–when citizens vote on who will govern them. Oligarchies–when the richest and most powerful control how an area is governed. Dictatorships–when one powerful person is in control. In the olden days there were monarchies–when countries were ruled by descendants of a previous monarch.
Each system has its strengths and limitations. I prefer democracy. That might be only because I’ve been programmed to believe it is superior.
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Lately I’ve been thinking about a flaw of democracy. I don’t know how to resolve this flaw.
In order to win an election, you need skills and characteristics that make you the most popular and appealing candidate for the most voters.
In order to be good at doing the job–being an elected member of parliament, legislature or municipality–you ought to be good at making decisions that are best for the people you are elected to serve.
That means in a democracy, the skills you need to get the job are not the same as the skills you need to do the job. Could be a problem.
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Many decades ago, in my brief but intense time as an elected member of a school board, I learned something else about being part of an elected body. To be effective, it’s useful to be good at convincing other elected members about what you believe is in the best interest of the people you serve.
At my very first board meeting, I made a blundering tactical error. I unintentionally antagonized the board chair. From that point on, if ideas came from me, they would be defeated because other board members didn’t want to offend the board chair. I gradually learned to work behind the scenes with other board members, so they would put forward ideas that I believed would best serve the schools and the community.
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Lately I’ve remembered something else. In 1976, it was the 200th anniversary of the founding of the United States. In 1776, 13 colonies decided to band together as the United States of America–the world’s first official democracy. They defined democracy as “government by the people for the people.”
During 1976, the 200th anniversary, someone asked Chinese leaders what they thought about this experiment in democracy. The Chinese leaders said, in essence, “It’s too soon to tell.”
With several thousand years of various forms of governance (mostly in the dictatorship terrain), I suppose Chinese leaders were in a position to comment!
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So–democracy, oligarchy, dictatorship, even monarchy–all have strengths and limitations.
One last thing. I have been told that in South Africa, people who intend to run for election must take courses. They learn what they should know in order to serve as an elected person. That seems like a good idea, no matter what form of governance is in effect!
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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.
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No budging on allowing new high school to open
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“The construction of the new Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic High School is complete and ready for its 2025 opening,” replied Martin Long, minister of infrastructure. “The City of Camrose and the subdivision developer are in a disagreement over the responsibility of providing road and site service access. Because of that, we now risk a delay in opening the school that meets the demand of modernized schools that students can attend close to home. It is a shared responsibility, we have done our job. We now expect all parties to work together with us for solutions.”
“Even when this government manages to get a school built, they still can’t get it open. Given that the new Camrose high school doesn’t have an access road to it, given that Camrose parents want to know how this happened, who is responsible and why the school site was not serviced properly, will the minister of infrastructure tell Albertans why and what the cost will be to fix this embarrassing mistake,” asked Chapman, when she didn’t receive a satisfactory answer.
“Without road and service access we can’t secure the occupancy permit and therefore we can’t hand the school over to the school board. We provided options to the City of Camrose to allow the school to open on time, but we have not received a firm commitment from them on following through with those options. The path forward is vital and required immediately to make sure the school is opened on time. Opening the school on time is a top priority for this government,” Long stated.
“Given that the government has neglected school capital for school boards submitting countless site ready projects that get passed over and given that school projects have recklessly been approved without adequate land use planning, even the superintendent in Camrose (Sherwood Park) is telling families not to get their hopes up and just this morning the Camrose high school catastrophe is going to cost $1 million to fix; will the minister explain why school capital projects were being approved on land that the government didn’t even know who owned it,” said Chapman.
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Canada’s Energy Sector
By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency
Canada’s energy sector plays a significant role in the nation’s economy, contributing to GDP, employment, and exports.
In 2022, the oil and natural gas industry accounted for $71.4 billion of Canada’s overall GDP, which represents 3.2 per cent of the total. Energy exports make up 20 to 25 per cent of Canada’s total international exports and support nearly 600,000 jobs across the country. These industries also generate critical revenue through federal and provincial taxes and royalties.
Overall, the energy sector constitutes approximately 5.5 per cent of all economic activity in Canada, with Alberta’s oil sands alone contributing about 3 per cent of the national economic activity, totaling around $54 billion per year.
Given the uncertainties surrounding international trade, Ottawa should look to our energy sector as a source of economic opportunity. However, the federal government has continued pushing its 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan which aims to restrict the oil and gas sector, kneecapping one of Canada’s most critical industries at the worst possible time.
If Ottawa manages to pass this economic wrecking ball, it will devastate families and businesses. The Parliamentary Budget Officer (PBO) confirmed the Emissions Reduction Plan will require a production cut, stating, “To achieve the legal upper bound, we estimate that the production in the upstream oil and gas sector will need to be reduced by 4.9 per cent over 2030 to 2032 relative to the projected levels in our baseline scenario.”
The federal Emissions Reduction Plan hurts Canada’s economy and kills jobs. The PBO projects that the required reduction in production would reduce nominal GDP by $20.5 billion in 2032. It will reduce economywide employment in Canada by 40,300 jobs and fulltime equivalents by 54,400 in 2032.
Alberta will not stand for this extreme, ideological cap or the unjustified attack on our constitutional jurisdiction, economy, and the prosperity that it represents. Alberta’s government will take this fight to the courts if these regulations become law.
Recently, China imposed retaliatory tariffs on a catalog of Canadian exports, including canola—a vital cash crop that many Albertan farmers rely on to make ends meet. This latest trade dispute demonstrates the risks of Canada’s reliance on unpredictable global markets and the need for Ottawa to prioritize economic stability for all regions, including Alberta.
Instead of building east-to-west pipelines transporting Alberta oil to markets beyond North America and reducing our reliance on the United States, Ottawa prioritized its eco-agenda and actively disadvantaged the whole country in the process.
Now the federal government continues to flaunt their Emissions Reduction Plan in blatant disregard for the future of Canadians. United Conservatives are prepared to go the distance to fight these unconstitutional, self-sabotaging policies. By protecting our oil industry from federal overreach, we are taking a “Team Canada Approach”. We are making sure that the lifeblood of Canada’s economy operates effectively for Albertans, but also for the greater good of Canada during these uncertain times. 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: 780-672-0000, camrose@assembly. ab.ca or at Legislature Office, 6th Floor, 9820-107 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 1E7.
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No budging on allowing new high school to open yet
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“The fact is that Camrose (City) committed to having the road in and the services in before the school was built. Camrose has not fulfilled their commitment. They are responsible. That is the facts. The City of Camrose made that commitment and the City of Camrose has not fulfilled that commitment, They are responsible,” pointed out Alberta Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver.
“We’re demanding that Camrose meet the commitment that they and only they made, to have the road to the school and have utilities there. As far as I’m concerned they need to fulfil the commitment that they made,” McIver said at the legislature.
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What the province isn’t saying is that the school was built facing a different direction than what the City and developer believed it was going to be.
The City is required to provide a serviced site, but it claims it does not own the road in front of the school.
Camgill Development Corporation has not commented on the matter when asked by the Booster. In fact, the issue is being looked at by legal council on both sides.
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Council rejects temporary school in Elizabeth Heights Park
By Adan Shaikh
A proposal to temporarily relocate École des Fondateurs to Elizabeth Heights Park has been struck down following significant public opposition during the April 7th Regular Council Meeting.
École des Fondateurs, Camrose’s Francophone school operated by Conseil scolaire Centre-Nord (CSCN), is currently located in a former dormitory building at the Keystone Centre. The existing facility is inadequate for student needs, which prompted CSCN to propose the construction of a temporary modular school in Elizabeth Heights Park. This arrangement was projected to last five to 10 years while the school board secures funding and constructs a permanent building.
“There is no gymnasium, no proper classrooms. The building was never
designed to be a school.
We can provide a betterquality school facility that includes real classrooms, which the school already owns, and this solution requires a temporary site to
accommodate it,” explained Robert Lessard directeur général/superintendent of CSCN, in a conversation with The Camrose Booster
“I want to mention this in case the community
does not know, our school is in very close proximity to an Open Doors facility, it’s where the homeless and active drug users go to find resources and the help they need. Although it is an
essential resource for the community, its proximity to the school is not ideal. We have had instances of drug dealers threatening the children, we have had individuals who are clearly under the influence of substances coming through our yard while the children are out playing there. We have also had instances of things getting stolen from the school. My family moved to Camrose from Ontario because of how safe the community is. I just want to provide my children with a safe learning environment where they can go to school without having to do constant checks for safety. I would like to see our school have the opportunity to relocate to another area which can provide a safe environment for the children,” said Emily Fontaine, a concerned parent.
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Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
École des Fondateurs currently has around 18 students, but the local potential number of students eligible for Francophone education in Camrose exceeds 100, as shared by Robert Lessard the superintendent of CSCN.
2025 MUNICIPAL CENSUS
BRWC hosting 14th Annual Poetry Workshop
By Adan Shaikh
Battle River Writing Centre (BRWC) is hosting their 14th annual poetry workshop to celebrate April as poetry month. The workshop Where Poppies Bloom: Writing and Preparing Poems for Submission will take place at the Camrose Heritage Railway Museum and Park, located at 4407-47 Avenue, on April 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
At this event, participants will get to learn from accomplished and experienced writers, who will share education and inspiration.
“I think that poetry is life, poetry and humanity are bundled up in one exquisite. Poetry is
nuance, it calls us to deep places in ourselves and other people. It puts life into a context that just makes it so gorgeous to encounter,” shared Jane Ross, founder of BRWC and community educator.
The facilitators will be Alan Richards and Alexina Dalgetty. Alan is a former college English instructor, a writer and a former minister at Camrose United Church. Alan will lead the participants through writing exercises and share some beautiful words by Canadian poet, Lorna Crozier.
“For me, poetry is what helps us hang on to our humanity, the joys of it, the failures of it, the suffering of it, and just the wonderfulness of being human,” commented Alan.
Alan has had several poems published and is continually working on new pieces to share.
“People get scared of poetry, it’s just such an
intense form of writing, because the poem tries to say something that can never be put into words otherwise. I think a poem is never finished, so it appeals to us on a very deep emotional level,” he continued.
Alexina is a published author and won the Cinnamon Literature Award in 2024. She will mentor budding writers and poets about getting their work ready for publication.
“I think that poetry is
the canary in the mind, often things are voiced in poetry in a way that people can react to current events in a human way. Songs are also poems so in a way our world is wrapped in poetry. Poetry makes us think and question things. What I would like for people to take away from this workshop is the worth of their poetry, and to understand that it is good to share. We will also talk about different channels of sharing
their poetry,” explained Alexina.
Attendees are invited to bring one or two of their poems-in-progress that they would like to develop further.
This workshop will provide a space for poets to share their work, get feedback, find inspiration and get ready for publishing. For more information on how to reserve your spot contact source21@ telus.net or call 780-6729315.
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Hang up your keys challenge
By Adan Shaikh
The Camrose Transit Advisory Committee (CTAC) has brought forth an interesting challenge for the community.
From May 26 to June 1, the CTAC is encouraging residents and the City council to consider different transportation options available to them in Camrose.
For one week, participants are recommended to leave their personal vehi-
cles at home and explore the alternative forms of transportation, such as bicycles, community bus, taxis, e-scooters and walking.
CTAC’s chair Patricia Johnston hopes that this will raise awareness about transit accessibility within Camrose and highlight the barriers faced by those who do not have their own vehicles. She aims to start discussions on the gaps that exist around trans-
portation in the community so CTAC can work on addressing them.
At the end of the challenge, CTAC will ask the council members about their experience and discuss areas of improvement. Work-related vehicle use is exempt from this challenge, but travelling to and from work is included. This challenge is a chance for all community members to reflect on their transportation habits.
By Murray Green
Bob Boon owns a 1946 Chevrolet model 1314 truck, a Co-op special.
“This truck came from just north of Swift Current, Saskatchewan. I really like the waterfall grille on the front. I was looking for a truck like that. Another thing I like is the headlights up on the fenders. This is the era of trucks that I learned to drive,” explained Bob.
“It took me 11 years to get it in this shape. I finished the truck about five years ago. It is original, except it has signal lights, I’ve upgraded the front brakes a bit, but other than that it is pretty much the way it came from the factory,” revealed Bob.
“This truck has a 216 six-cylinder stove bolt engine with 90 horsepower and a three-speed transmission. It came out of a 1952, but is similar to the original engine. The motor was long gone when I came across this truck. It had a rebuilt engine in it, but I put the 216 in it because that was the same era motor that was original to the truck,” shared Bob.
“I took the truck right down to the frame and brought it back up. The truck was covered in surface rust when I got it. We blasted it and a lot of repairs had to be done with the body work because they get beat up over the years. The box was in pretty sad shape when we got it, so we got a re-production box on it. The box floor is the same as original, southern pine,” added Bob.
“I found everything straightforward in rebuilding because I grew up on a farm with similar vehicles, so the mechanics of it are
Boon restores Co-op delivery truck
Boon restored this factory-ordered
Alberta and completely rebuilt
not a mystery to me. They are easy enough to work on. I can change plugs on this truck in 15 minutes,while my son’s new pick-up takes three and a half shop-hours to change,” laughed Bob.
“The truck is very close to the original colour. If you look under the ID tag the paint says SPC. That is a special order. So Chevrolet couldn’t tell me what colour it was. My understanding was that the truck was originally owned by Co-op Elevators in Saskatchewan. So the truck was painted Co-op
FUN FACTS
Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL), operating as Co-op, is a co-operative federation providing procurement and distribution to member co-operatives in Western Canada. It was established in 1944 after a series of amalgamations of smaller co-operatives, starting in Saskatchewan, including the Saskatchewan Cooperative Wholesale Society and a fuel production and distribution co-op. The Chevrolet AK Series is a range of pickup trucks sold under the Chevrolet brand, produced from 1941 through 1947. It used the GM A platform, shared with the Chevrolet Deluxe.
The engine was a 216.48 cubic inch displacement. A new cylinder head in 1941 increased output to 90 horsepower. This generation did not use a fully pressurized oiling system. The connecting rods were oiled using an oil trough built into the oil pan that had spray nozzles that squirted a stream of oil at the connecting rods, thus supplying oil to the rod bearings.
The AK series was also branded and sold at GMC locations, with the primary visual difference being the Chevrolet had vertical bars in the grille, while the GMC had horizontal bars, according to Wikipedia.
orange and just after the war, they ordered a whole bunch when they could get them again,” stated Bob.
“Normally, these trucks have black fenders and the box was black or whatever the colour the truck was. But in this truck, everything was orange. When we took the headlights off, we saw the paint that was never faded. That is what we tried to match the colour up with. It is very close, maybe a touch shinier and lighter,” added Bob.
“A lot of farmers took off the back bumper because you couldn’t back up to anything or unload at an elevator with the back bumper on. The curve is very close to the front one,” Bob said.
“The code said the interior was brown, so that is what it is. It was in pretty sad shape as well, so I got a kit to replace that,” he said.
Bob put a trunk in the back of the truck. “I needed a place to put a little oil, a jack and some tools. If you put every thing in the cab it gets a little cozy. I can go down the highway at 50 miles per hour, it doesn’t really like to go much faster than that. It is slow and steady.”
CO-OP SPECIAL
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A number of factors are involved in keeping a vehicle functioning and looking good. Ensuring a vehicle interior is clean and tidy is easily overlooked, but such efforts can improve the driving experience.
Drivers who want their cars and trucks to look their best should not forget their vehicle interiors. Drivers unsure where to start can spruce up their vehicle interiors in the following ways.
Wrappers, receipts, empty water bottles and other items can quickly pile up inside a car, especially for drivers who have young children. Routinely go through the vehicle to gather and remove debris.
Start off with a can of compressed air and blow out dust and any other dirt that has accumulated in tight crevices. Then use a high-powered vacuum to conduct a thorough cleaning. Pay attention to the
seams of car seats, door handles, armrests, floor mats (and under them), underneath child safety seats, and the trunk or cargo area. If you don’t have a vacuum with a lot of suction, utilize one at a do-it-yourself car wash location.
Drivers with rubber mats can remove them and make a mild cleaning solution of a few drops of dish soap and warm water. Use a soft-bristled brush to clean the mats. Upholstered mats can be shampooed using a carpet cleaner. Then rinse and hang to dry. All mats should be completely dry before being returned to the vehicle.
Seats can get dirty and dingy over time. For cloth vehicle seats, use a proper spray or foam upholstery cleaner. All-purpose cleaner can work on vinyl seats, but leather seats require a special leather soap and conditioner. Avoid products with silicone, which can stain your clothes and may
make interior surfaces too slippery.
Turn your attention to the windshield, windows and mirrors. You can use a store-bought glass cleaner on these surfaces and a lint-free cloth. Avoid products containing ammonia, which may damage tinting on windows.
If the interior of the car has an odour, the cabin air filter may need to be changed, or there may be water entering the vehicle somewhere and creating a musty smell. Seek out any problems and address. A car air freshener can further improve the interior smell.
A thorough deep cleaning can be done at least once a month to keep a vehicle’s interior fresh and clean. However, keeping up with interior cleaning and maintenance by doing small jobs regularly will reduce the need for routine deep cleaning.
Care-A-Van project receives a new van
By Leslie Cholowsky
Flagstaff’s Informed Response Sharing Team (FIRST) took delivery of a new Care-A-Van, purchased through donations to replace the existing van, which is “miling-out.”
The Care-A-Van project was started back in 2013, with a big boost from local vehicle dealer owner Wes Campbell of CampbellMcLennan Chrysler. Campbell said the project was the idea of a former employee and the past FFCS director Lynne Jenkinson. “They brought it to me and together we just ran with it,” added Campbell.
In May 2013, Campbell and his staff culminated a very successful fundraising campaign by shaving their heads en masse as a kind of thank you to everyone who had contributed to funding the new van.
Campbell said, “I’ve been honoured to be involved since Day 1. This is a project we are really proud of.”
The Care-A-Van is specifically for Flagstaff residents to be used for medical appointments, whether in the region or beyond. The program is administered through Flagstaff Family and Community Services. (FFCS). For just the cost of fuel, any person can book the van, which comes with a driver. Oftentimes people aren’t familiar with city driving, comfortable with city driving, or simply don’t have access to transportation. The Care-AVan solves this issue. Since its inception in 2013, the program has gone through three vans, this most recent one is
the third. The existing CareA-Van will be now relegated to use within the county limits. FFCS executive director Stacey McLennan said that the Care-A-Van is very well used and is usually booked a month in advance. It runs five days a week.
Fundraising for this replacement van got started in a big way when Flagstaff County council voted to cover half of the cost of the new van.
“That was a huge boost, and very helpful in getting us started,” Campbell said.
McLennan added most of Flagstaff’s urban municipalities also support the Care-AVan program through donations to the annual FIRST auction. “This is really a community driven project,” she said, and added that, Campbell played a key part in soliciting the rest of the donations for the new van, over and above his own donation.
A grant was also received from the Battle River Community Foundation in support of the purchase of the replacement van. The van bears the logos of all businesses or organizations who donated $1,000 or more towards the program. Campbell also provides free services for the life of the vehicle. FIRST covers the cost of insurance and registration and drivers through donations and fundraising. McLennan said drivers operate on a volunteer basis, but do receive an honorarium.
“We can always use new volunteer drivers, too.” She said anyone interested can contact the FFCS office in Killam for details on how to become a driver.
Leslie Cholowsky, Community Press
Flagstaff Family and Community Services (FFCS) executive director Stacey McLennan
accepts the keys for the newest Care-A-Van from Wes Campbell, principal of CampbellMcLennan Chrysler in Killam.
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The safety of our children is paramount, especially during their commute to and from school. In Alberta, strict laws are in place to protect students boarding or disembarking school buses. Motorists are reminded that passing a school bus with its red lights flashing is both illegal and extremely dangerous.
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When a school bus activates its alternately flashing red lights, drivers approaching from both directions must come to a complete stop. This rule applies unless the bus is on the opposite side of a divided highway separated by a median. Vehicles must remain stationary until the red lights cease flashing and the bus moves.
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Speed limits
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• Avoid Distractions: Refrain from using mobile devices or engaging in activities that divert your attention from the road, especially in school zones and near school buses. The Government of Alberta, in collaboration with local law enforcement and school boards, is committed to ensuring the safety of all students. Motorists are urged to familiarize themselves with and adhere to traffic laws related to school buses and school zones. Your cooperation is essential in maintaining a safe environment for our children.
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Although there are many drivers who understand what goes on under the hood of a vehicle and the inner workings of car mechanics, there are plenty of others who might not know a spark plug from a dipstick. For the latter group, random noises when driving can be a cause for immediate alarm.
Certain noises can be innocuous and easily fixed, while others may be indicative of something more complex. Pinpointing where a noise is coming from can help vehicle owners identify the problem.
Screeching or squealing coming from the tires when stepping on the brakes likely means that brake pads are wearing down and the indicator is rubbing against the rotor. Although this is not an emergency situation, it does mean that brakes will need to be replaced sooner than later.
If you hear rattling inside of a wheel at low speeds which stops as you drive faster, it could mean there is a loose lug nut inside of the hub cap. That wheel wasn’t tightened properly the last time it was removed and replaced. Bring the car to a mechanic as soon as possible.
If you try to start the car and only hear a clicking sound instead of the car turning over, a dead battery is likely the cause. Such a noise also may indicate corroded battery terminals that are preventing the current
from flowing. Terminals need to be cleaned. The battery should be checked and jumped, if necessary. If a battery is not holding a charge, a new one is needed.
Squeaking and scraping means the windshield wipers are wearing down or the windshield is dirty. Clean the windshield and inspect the wiper blades to make sure they are in working order. A bad wiper and dirty windshield can reduce visibility and make driving dangerous.
Clunking sounds may indicate a few different issues. A clunking sound might indicate worn out shock absorbers, which absorb vibrations from the wheels. Damaged struts also can cause clunking. Worn out leaf spring shackles that help in off-roading conditions also can cause clunking when they bend or break. Humming, whining or whirring. These strange noises might have different origins. Check if the differential needs to be lubricated. A wheel bearing also could be worn out and produce a noise. In more severe cases, the transmission could be failing. The best course of action is to get a professional opinion from a mechanic.
A broken belt typically is the culprit when a vehicle makes a flapping or slapping noise. Something also may be interfering with the fan. Driving with a broken belt may cause severe engine damage, so it’s important to address the issue.
sure a vehicle is operational. Various parts must work in concert to power a car or truck. Drivers may not fully understand the roles of the key components under the hood and elsewhere. The following are some of the parts and features involved in
The engine is the most important component in a gas-powered vehicle. Without it, the vehicle would not move. Most modern vehicles are powered by an internal combustion engine, which creates energy by ig-
niting a mixture of fuel and air. Increasingly, however, customers are opting for electric motors that store energy in rechargeable batteries.
The cooling system component keeps the engine at a temperature that is optimal to prevent overheating. It consists of a radiator that transfers heat from the hot engine coolant to the atmosphere; a water pump that forces coolant to circulate; and a thermostat to regulate the engine’s operating temperature.
The transmission is a complex system of gear sets, hydraulic torque converters, and clutches and bands. Automatic transmissions work automatically to shift to accelerate and decelerate as needed for a smooth driving experience. Drivers control a manual transmission. There’s also a continuously variable transmission that continuously adjusts the transmission ratio to optimize fuel efficiency.
The battery stores energy so it can be released as electricity to run the vehicle’s electrical components. The alternator is responsi-
ble for generating electricity for the vehicle, but also to recharge the battery.
Catalytic converter is a component of the exhaust system. It is an emissions control device that will transform dangerous exhaust gases into water, carbon dioxide and nitrogen.
The brakes on a vehicle slow it down and enable it to come to a stop. Cars will have disc or drum brake systems. Disc brakes include calipers, rotors and pads. The calipers are housings for the brake pads and are responsible for converting hydraulic pressure when the driver presses the brake pedal into mechanical force. The brake pads create friction against the brake rotor (a spinning disc), generating the force needed to stop the car.
A car ride would be very rough and bumpy without a suspension system. Shock absorbers are springs that smooth out the ride by ensuring the tires remain in contact with the road surface. Worn shocks can cause vibrations and uneven tire wear.
The starter is responsible for turning the engine’s
crankshaft. When the ignition is engaged, it moves a small gear called a pinion. Then the starter motor spins, cranking the engine to initiate the combustion process. The solenoid is an electro-mechanical switch between the battery and the starter that receives an electrical signal when the vehicle ignition is engaged. The solenoid powers the starter, which helps to crank the engine.
The steering components transfer input from the steering wheel to the front wheels. Modern cars have power steering, which reduces the amount of effort needed to turn the steering wheel. The steering wheel rotates the steering column, which rotates the pinion gear that connects to a rack that extends the width of the vehicle. As the pinion rotates, it pushes the rack, which then moves the tie rods and steering knuckles on the front tires.
Vehicles have hundreds of parts that work together to start and move the car so that people can effortlessly get from point A to point B.
John Gustave Schmidt
July 5, 1956 ~ April 5, 2025
It is with heavy hearts the family of John Schmidt of Tofield, AB, announce his sudden passing on April 5, 2025, at the age of 68.
He is survived by his three children Lisa (Derick) Kuflay, Lesley (Dan) Anderson and Timothy (Amie) Schmidt; grandchildren Kylie Kuflay (Ryan Daigle), Cody, Keifer and Colton Kuflay, Desirae, Breanna and Brooklynn Anderson, Amethyst and Garnet Schmidt; his first great-grandchild Wyatt Daigle; as well as his cousin Richard (Tracey) Broen; and numerous nieces and nephews, in-laws and friends.
He was predeceased by his wife Donna Schmidt; parents Mary and Gustav Schmidt; brother-in-law Al Odland; and nephew Matthew McMann.
Cremation has taken place and inurnment will be held at a later date. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025, at Bardo Lutheran Church, Tofield, AB.
Memorial donations may be made to Spilstead Ladies’ Society or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
POMERLEAU-KEITH, Jeannine Cecile
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jeannine Cecile Pomerleau-Keith on April 5, 2025, at the age of 80.
Jeannine is survived by her husband Dawne Keith; children Greg (Maria), Bernadette (Timothy), Colette (Gord), Simone (Steven) and Elie (Jennifer); nine grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Jeannine was predeceased by her siblings Lorraine and Diane.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Leduc Fellowship Church (4401 Rollyview Road, Leduc, AB).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jeannine’s name to Scleroderma Canada (41 King William Street, Suite 202, Hamilton, ON L8R 1A2).
Robert Wagner
Robert Wagner of Camrose, AB, passed away on April 4, 2025, at the age of 70 years.
He is survived by his children Amanda (Adam) Wagner-Hillaby, Chad and Kayla; grandchildren Allan and Anthony; siblings Alice, Lorraine, Elaine, Terrance and Marvin; and numerous family and friends. He was predeceased by two brothers John and Larry.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 24, 2025, at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel, Camrose, Alberta. Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to STARS.
Judith Claire Gritten
Judith Claire Gritten of New Norway, and formerly of Camrose, passed away on April 5, 2025, at the age of 85 years.
She was born in Halifax, N.S., to Robert and Winnifred Bower. She grew up in Nova Scotia, and when she was older, met her first husband Carl Meisner. They soon moved to Ontario, where their daughter Karen was born, followed by Andrew, Tony and Tim.
In 1985, after all her children moved to Alberta, Mom and Dad moved out to be with their children. It was only a short time before Dad started showing signs of Alzheimer’s and was placed at Rosehaven Care Centre shortly thereafter. Before going into care, Mom worked full time and was also taking care of Dad. She was a strong woman and had been through some tense times. Dad passed in April 1993.
Mom stayed working at Rosehaven and enjoyed visits from her children. In 1998, Mom met a gentleman by the name of Ron Gritten. They hit it off and were married in September 1999. They moved to New Norway, where they bought a cute little house. They painted and made it their own. Together, they enjoyed dancing, not only in Camrose, but with Ponoka Pattern Dancers Association and in Wetaskiwin.
She also became an artist. She joined the Bashaw Art Club, where she met a lot of new friends and created many beautiful paintings. One was even bought by Manulife and is hanging in their Edmonton office. She also enjoyed crocheting as well, having made several afghans.
Mom found a sister she didn’t know she had in the early 2000s and was so excited when Ron took her to Maine to meet her sister. The two got along quite well and it became a lasting sister relationship. From Maine, Mom, Ron, her sister Kitty and Kitty’s husband John travelled to Cape Breton. It was a wonderful time.
Things slowed down the older they got and they became content in their little home. They enjoyed listening to music, reading their Kobos and sitting on their deck when the weather was warm .
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 25 years, Ron; daughter Karen, son Tony and son Tim; grandchildren Kyle Bensmiller, Derek Bensmiller (Sharnelle), Dylan Bensmiller (Lindsay), Aaron Meisner (Meagan) and Caitlyn Karcha (Will); great-grandchildren Lennon and Harrison Bensmiller, Peyton, Colton, Dawson Meisner and one on the way, and Skylar and Lexi Karcha; sister Kitty Gee of Maine; and brothers Tim and Paul (Sandy).
Mom was predeceased by her first husband Carl Meisner, two sisters, two brothers and her parents.
Mom was an easy-going person and was liked by all who knew her. We all have wonderful memories of Mom that will stay with us forever.
A celebration of life was held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Weber’s Mount Pleasant Chapel, Camrose, Alberta.
Memorial donations may be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
In loving memory of our dear husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother
Bernard Gagnon
June 21, 1944 ~ April 15, 2024
Maxwell Ray Crowle
Maxwell Ray Crowle was born on January 11, 1960, to parents Jim and Ellen Crowle.
Mac grew up in the small town of Hanna, Alberta, where he was the oldest of three children. While growing up in Hanna, Mac ran track and field and travelled around Alberta to compete in many track meets, winning and receiving multiple ribbons and write-ups in the newspaper.
Mac loved to cook and worked in the restaurant industry where he would eventually meet the love of his life, Kim. They instantly hit it off and got married on September 13, 1981.
They had a very loving and caring marriage that brought them three children. They lived in Hanna, Brooks and Vermilion, before putting down permanent roots in Camrose, in 2004.
Besides his wife Kim, Mac’s true love and passion were his kids and grandchildren. In addition, Mac enjoyed cooking, playing crib, building models and watching sports.
Mac passed away on March 29, 2025.
Left to cherish his memory are his children Natasha (Jeff), Joel (Tiana) and Shawn (Amanda); and seven grandchildren Tyeler, Brooklyn, Allie, Brysten, Haileigh, Christian and Connor. Mac was predeceased by his wife Kim; and parents Jim and Ellen.
A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations are gratefully accepted to Stollery Children’s Hospital.
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Mark Ray Cunningham
December 2, 1966 ~ April 5, 2025
Mark was born on December 2, 1966, to Lenard and Rosemarie Cunningham, and was raised on the family farm southeast of Kelsey. He attended school in Rosalind, where his roots in the community began to grow deep and lasting. After graduating high school, Mark set off on a bold adventure to Australia, through a farm exchange program. He spent nine months working on a sheep farm in the outback, where his love of sheep truly began. Upon returning home, he purchased his grandparents’ farm from his Uncle Neil and Auntie Keitha in 1992. He then married the love of his life Heather Moore of Acme, on July 13, 2002.
Farming ran through Mark’s veins – he loved working the land alongside his dad, brothers, sons and cousin Trevor. Whether in the field or around the farmyard, Mark was never without a quick-witted joke or a sarcastic remark delivered with his signature grin. He had a big heart, especially for little kids, and his warmth and humour made him a joy to be around. Though he didn’t like heights (not even a step ladder!), Mark was fearless in so many other ways. He was a sausage-maker, an outdoor chef, and a man who could whip up a meal on the barbecue in no time. He loved hunting, fishing, quadding, and camping – passions that later led him and Heather to purchase a lake house, where they loved to host family and friends around the campfire. Mark was proud beyond words of his two sons, Chase and Austin, and all they’ve accomplished. He was their biggest fan and loved the young men they’ve become. Throughout his life, Mark gave generously to the Rosalind and Kelsey communities, always lending a hand or supporting local organizations. A proud supporter, a helping hand, and a familiar face, Mark gave his time with humility and heart. He played football and hockey in high school and remained a true team player in life. Even in his final days, Mark remained in good spirits, offering strength and smiles to those around him.
Mark passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the age of 58. He leaves behind his loving wife Heather; sons Chase and Austin; his mother Rosemarie; siblings Doug (Carrie), Darlene (Joe) Brausen, Louise James and Jason (Mandy Strowger); mother-in-law Evelyn Scott; brothers-in-law John (Lori) Moore and Ken Moore; stepbrother-in-law Andy (Debbie) Scott; along with numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Lenard Cunningham; and his father-in-law William Alfred Moore.
Mark will be remembered for his love of the land, his loyalty to family and friends, his playful humour, and the countless memories made around a table, a fire, or a field. He was deeply loved and will be forever missed.
Your wings were ready, but my heart was not!
A Funeral Mass was held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at St. Francis Xavier Roman Catholic Church, 3605-50 Street, Camrose, with Father Kris Schmidt as Celebrant. The service was livestreamed, recorded, and the link accessible @ www.burgarfuneralhome.com
If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Mark’s memory may be made to Camrose and Area Animal Shelter Society, the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute, or to Alberta Diabetes Foundation.
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Rock Montgomery McCarroll
May 4, 1955 ~ April 10, 2025
Rock Montgomery McCarroll of Daysland, Alberta, passed away on Thursday, April 10, 2025, at the age of 69 years.
A Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, 5202-59 Street, Daysland.
To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com
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Bart Orr started with Burgar Funeral Home after the loss of his father James Orr to ALS in the fall of 2009. John Person and Cam Parker recognized something unique in Bart during the arrangements while planning for his dad’s funeral. A few months following James’ service, they asked him if he would consider joining them at Burgar Funeral Home and become a funeral director
After owning and operating his own electrical business in the Camrose, Bawlf, Rosalind and Daysland areas for many years, he welcomed the opportunity, as well as the honour to become a funeral director with Burgar Funeral Home. As with many of the families we serve, Bart’s family has been served over multiple generations with compassion by Burgar Funeral Home.
Bart and Karen have three children Hayley, Jilisse and Bobby, who are active in sports, their community, and the St. Francis Xavier parish in Camrose. The son of James and Connie (Wolbeck) Orr, Bart grew up on a farm south of Bawlf, where he completed his schooling. After high school, he was off to Lethbridge University and then to Edmonton and Sherwood Park for his electrical apprenticeship. He then returned back home, where his heart had always been, to start his electrical business serving the people in the communities he knew and loved.
It was back home at Bawlf where Bart met his wife Karen, the daughter of Jim and Rita (Yuha) McTavish. Karen has been a dental hygienist in Camrose for nearly 20 years.
Bart is very proud of the history of service that Burgar Funeral Home has been known for since 1906. Serving our community and its families is his passion. Bart continues to build on the longstanding reputation of excellence, that is what makes up our past, and continually strives to maintain that same level of service by himself and his staff, long into the future.
Dolores Yvonne Meyer
July 19, 1932 ~ April 8, 2025
Dolores Yvonne Meyer passed away peacefully on April 8, 2025, at the age of 92.
She is survived by her children Allan (Christine) of Australia, Larry (Nancy) of Camrose, Wanda (Phil) of Australia, Elaine (Bill) of Camrose, and Dale of Edmonton; her brother Dennis (Nicki) of Camrose; her sister Janice of Camrose; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband William “Bill”; sisters Leona, Marilyn and Lorraine; and her parents Carl and Mabel Gustavson.
Dolores was a talented seamstress, sewing almost all of her life, including clothes for the kids growing up. She did all kinds of embroidery, knitting, crocheting, and quilting, winning many ribbons for her work. All of the kids and grandkids cherish the afghans she made for them. She was also famous for her cinnamon buns! Bill and Dolores enjoyed camping, golfing, fishing, and wintering down south at the Fountain of Youth.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dolores’s memory may be made to STARS Air Ambulance or St. Mary’s Hospital Camrose Foundation.
To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com
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LOCKHART, Doris Ruth
April 24, 1952 ~ April 8, 2025
On April 8, 2025, Doris (née Prichard) Lockhart of St. Albert, AB, passed away at the age of 72 years old. Doris was born in 1952 to Bill and Ruth Prichard in Calgary, Alberta, as the second oldest of eight children.
Doris spent her early years growing up on a cattle farm outside Priddis, later moving to Camrose. In 1973, Doris met Bruce Lockhart. She married her best friend in 1976 and moved to Fort McMurray, where her son, Andrew, was born in 1980. Shortly afterward, they relocated to Cold Lake, where her daughter, Jessica, was born in 1984. Doris worked for Canada Post, United Way and the Cold Lake Public Library. Her volunteer commitments were numerous, from Girl Guides to the Cold Lake United Church. In 2020, Doris moved to St. Albert, where she volunteered at the St. Albert Botanic Garden and at the Arden Theatre.
The keeper of stories with an unmatched memory for trivia, Doris’s interests were wide, varied and deep. She could sew an elaborate quilt, bake anything, or tell you – in great detail – why Anne Boleyn fell from Henry VIII’s favour (even if you didn’t ask). She devoured books, alongside her daily crossword. She had a dark and sometimes unusual sense of humour and loved a good debate. Doris was always up for an adventure, a quality that took her around the globe. “The Duchess” will be dearly missed for her ability to always find a reason to smile and laugh, even in the most difficult circumstances.
She is survived by her children Andrew and Jessica Lockhart; and extended family, including siblings, in-laws and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents Bill and Ruth Prichard; her best friend Bruce Lockhart; and by her older brother Gordon Prichard.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at Camrose United Church. Please wear bright colours to the ceremony.
Doris’s ashes will be interred at Cold Lake’s Lakeview Cemetery in the Lockhart family plot. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are gratefully accepted to Pilgrims Hospice Society or the Cross Cancer Institute.
Susan “Susie” Jane Bjornson
August 9, 1952 ~ March 28, 2025
Susan Jane Bjornson of New Norway, AB, passed away on Friday, March 28, 2025.
Susie was born to Robert (Bob) and Gladys Lavoie on August 9, 1952, in Calgary. Shortly afterwards, the family moved to Camrose, where she was raised with her three brothers and sister. After completing school, Susie went to work for a local insurance agency and finally joined the Central Agencies family. On November 18, 1975, Warren and Susie married in Winnipeg, where Warren was stationed with Canadian National Railways for his apprenticeship. They resided in Camrose, and welcomed Jennifer on March 3, 1982. The family moved to Montreal in 1986, returning to Camrose in 1991. Nicholas was her “souvenir” from the time in Montreal, born on January 18, 1989. On their return, Susie rejoined Central Agencies, remaining there until her passing. Susie’s life was focused on her family and on her work. Her dedication and devotion were evident to all who knew her. She also enjoyed her garden and flowers, as well as a passion for reading and word searches.
Susie leaves behind her husband Warren of New Norway; daughter Jennifer; son Nicholas; mother Gladys Lavoie; brothers Douglas (Linda), Rick and Robert; nieces Nicole and Scarlett; nephews Doug, David, Michael and Richard; in-laws Connie Bjornson, Crystal, Penny and Tyler Bjornson; and beloved pets Fuzzy and Freja. Susie was predeceased by her father Robert Lavoie, Barbara Cunningham and Conrad Bjornson.
A Funeral Service will be held 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 16, 2025, at CityLights Church, 4920-48 Street, Camrose.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Susie’s memory may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Alberta Diabetes Foundation or S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance.
To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com
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Charles David Olson
(Chuck) Charles David Olson was born May 13, 1954, in Camrose, Alberta, the second oldest child of David and Mildred Olson. He passed away at the Red Deer Regional Hospital on March 12, 2025, at the age of 70 years.
He is survived by his six brothers Dwayne, Kenny, Danny, James, Dale and Larry; three nephews; and four nieces. Chuck was predeceased by parents David and Mildred Olson; his brother Collin Olson; and nephew Jason Olson.
DEATHS
Kelly Maidens of Camrose, formerly of Sylvan Lake, on April 3, at 55 years of age.
Lyle Richard Andrusky, of Tofield, on April 3, at 77 years of age.
Robert Wagner, of Camrose, on April 4, at 70 years of age.
Judith “Judie” Claire Gritten of New Norway, formerly of Camrose, on April 5, at 85 years of age.
John Gustave Schmidt of Tofield and Spilstead, on April 5, at 68 years of age.
Mark Ray Cunningham of Kelsey, on April 5, at 58 years of age.
Pamela Louise Tobin of Camrose, on April 5, at 75 years of age.
Frank “Elvis”
Alexander of Takla Landing, BC, on April 7, at 90 years of age.
Doris (nee Prichard) Lockhart of St. Albert, formerly of Camrose, on April 8, at 72 years of age.
Dolores Yvonne Meyer of Camrose, on April 8, at 92 years of age.
Rock Montgomery McCarroll of Daysland, on April 10, at 69 years of age.
Elaine McNabb of Edmonton, formerly of Camrose, on April 10, at 85 years of age.
Kenneth “Ken” James Aldridge of Camrose, formerly of Lougheed, on April 11, at 81 years of age.
Thomas “Tom”
Howard Aldridge of Edmonton, formerly of Sedgewick, on April 11, at 78 years of age.
History: Chuck was born in Camrose; and was raised on a farm 2.5 miles southeast of Miquelon Lake. He lived in various places. The last place he lived was Wetaskiwin for about 30 years or more. He was a heavy duty mechanic and worked by Robb, Alberta, at a coal mine. He got his Class 1 Driver’s Licence and drove logging trucks in the winter in the Drayton Valley area, and in the summer he drove taxi in Wetaskiwin. He was a member of a Camera Club in Camrose.
A memorial will be held on April 26, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. at Lighthouse Church, 5801-52 Street, Wetaskiwin, Alberta.
Council rejects temporary school in Elizabeth Heights Park
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Al-Terra Engineering on behalf of CSCN, submitted an application to the City of Camrose requesting redistricting of the park site from Parks and Recreation (PR) to Institutional (I) to accommodate the temporary school. According to the Alberta Municipal Government Act, municipal reserve land like Elizabeth Heights Park may be used for public parks, recreation, or school purposes. Administration supported the redistricting and emphasized that the reserve designation would remain intact and that the park would be restored to its original state once the temporary school vacated the site.
The need for a new location is evident and opposition from the public was not in regards to the building of a new school facility. The public’s only concern was the location chosen by the City for this project, where many residents have carefully picked their properties based on the location and amenities available in that area.
“We have carefully reviewed all feedback from the community and are well aware of the concerns with the proposed temporary school. We appreciate the extensive community feedback and are doing everything we can to mitigate these concerns while still providing the facility we require. We understand that any disturbance to the park is not desirable for many residents, and so we are working on detailed site plans that minimize the visual impacts of the school to make the integration of the school as seamless as possible. The site has been assessed by the City and our engineers as having appropriate municipal services and transportation access. Additionally, the temporary public school use will not enable future development of the site. The City remains the owner and the designation of this site as Municipal Reserve limits all future uses to park and school board uses only,” commented Lessard.
Even those who supported the need for improved facilities for the Francophone students acknowledged the validity of concerns raised by neighbours.
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Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
The residents around the Elizabeth Heights Park opposed this relocation very strongly.
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Camrose Interclub 4-H Show and Sale
By Adan Shaikh
In Alberta, 4-H Clubs have long been an important part of rural life. It’s more than just a youth club, it’s a community that teaches responsibility, resilience and pride in a job well done. For generations, children and youth in the Camrose area have been learning firsthand the value of hard work and dedication through handson projects.
One of the most interesting programs in 4-H is the Beef Club. In this program, children and youth raise calves from a young age, teaching children the practical skills that no textbook can teach. Every year, local kids pick out their calves, often baby bulls and begin their journey. They feed them, monitor their growth, and train them to be calm and show-ready. They deal with setbacks, celebrate small victories, and learn to care for a living creature rain or shine.
“We are happy to support the future leaders in this community and the agriculture industry,” said Jason Pidruchney, co-owner of Fountain Tire Camrose (Highway 13).
Jason is a longtime supporter of 4-H and buys a steer every year. He has
FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER
Tenders for the pu rchase of la nd in Beaver County as described below are invited. La nd will be sold subj ect to all existing reservations and exceptions stated on Certif icates of Title.
LI NC: 0023 562 631
MERI DI AN 4 RA NGE 14 TOWNSH IP 49
SECT ION 20 QUARTER NORT H EAST
EXCEPTING THER EOUT ALL MINES AN D MINERALS AR EA: 64.7 HECTAR ES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS
The la nd is lo cated approximately 5 miles north and 1. 5 miles
east of Br uce, Alberta. The proper ty consists of approximately 50 cultivated acres and approximately 110 acres of past ure wh ich is fenced and cross-fenced for cattle There is a dugout with a water system The la nd has had no fertilizer or chem icals for 10 years.
The Verm ilion River runs th rough the la nd
Tenders are to be subm itted in sealed envelopes ma rked
COLLISON Tender”, to Scot t Fa rn ha m at Fa rn ha m West Stolee
Ka mbeitz LLP, Ba rr isters and Solicitors, 5016 -52 St reet, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1V7, on or before 12:0 0 noon, APRI L 29, 2025, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a certif ied cheque or ba nk draft payable to Fa rn ha m West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in tr ust for 5% of the tender pr ice.
No conditiona l tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessar ily be accepted
Tenders will not be opened in public The deposits of all unsuccessf ul tenderer s will be returned to them by regula r mail
The successf ul tenderer will be obligated to complete the pu rchase on or before MAY 26 , 2025 The 5% deposit shall constitute a deposit towa rds the pu rchase price. Ta xes will be adjusted on closing date There will be no ot her adjust ments. If the successf ul tenderer fa ils to complete the transaction by the closing date the deposit will be forfeited.
Vendor ma kes no wa rranties or representations about the proper ty’s size, condition or envi ronmental st ate.
The pu rchase and sale shall proceed utilizing title insu ra nce including “GAP ” coverage The cost of title insu ra nce shall be borne by the Pu rchaser.
Tenders are ir revocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Fa rn ha m West Stolee Kambeitz LLP.
For further information or to view the proper ty, please contact Dale Collison at 1-780- 688-2471. For further information about the tender process, please call Scot t Fa rn ha m at 780- 679-0444
Th is Tender may also be viewed on the Fa rn ha m West Stolee
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also participated as a judge in the communications contests hosted by 4-H, where
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
Troy Van De Voorde, left, member of the Bashaw 4-H Beef Club, has been in 4-H for eight years. He met with Jason Pidruchney from Fountain Tire (East End Highway 13) to make his sales pitch.
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children practice their public speaking skills.
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FA RM LA ND FOR SA LE BY TENDER
The following described proper ty, located approximately ½ mile west of Heisle r, Alberta, is hereby offered for sa le by tender, subject to the reservations, exceptions, and encumbrances contained in the existing certif icate of title:
TH E SOUT H WEST QUARTER OF SECT ION THREE (3) TOWNSH IP FORTY THREE (43)
RA NGE SI XTEEN (16)
WEST OF TH E FOURTH MERI DI AN, AS SHOW N ON A PL AN OF SU RV EY OF TH E SA ID
TOWNSH IP SIGN ED AT OT TAWA ON TH E 15TH DAY OF JUNE A.D. 1910, CONTAINI NG 70.0 HECTAR ES (173 ACRES) MORE OR LESS
EXCEPTING THER EOUT: 0.611 HECTAR ES (1.51 ACRES) MORE OR LESS, AS SHOW N ON ROAD PLAN 2252NY
EXCEPTING THER EOUT ALL MINES AN D MINERALS AN D TH E RIGH T TO WORK TH E SA ME
FEAT URES of this proper ty:
- Approximately 116 cultivated acres.
- Remainder is past ure and slough (pasture portion is fenc ed). The sa le of the la nd is to the following terms:
- Seller makes no wa rranties or representations about the proper ty’s size/measu rement, condition or envi ronmental status
- Buyer is responsible to pu rchase any Title Insurance necessar y to complete this transact ion.
- Buyer will pay 2025 ta xes without adjust ment
- Tender pr ice shall be excluding G. S.T.
- Tenders in wr iting will be received by the lawyer noted below up to but not after 12:0 0 o’clock noon on Ap ril 17, 2025 Tenders should be forwarded to Andreassen Borth Law Office, K illam, Alberta in a sealed envelope marked “Kroetsch Tender ” A ba nk draft payable to Andreassen Borth equal to 5% of the pu rchase price must accompany the tender and indicate bidder’s GST number
- The ba lance of the pu rchase price to be pa id by solicitor’s tr ust cheque or certif ied funds on or before April 30, 2025 (“Closing Date”)
- The highest or any tender not necessar ily accepted The Seller may reject any or all tenders.
- If successf ul tenderer do es not complete the pu rchase after acceptance of that tender, thei r deposit shall be forfeited.
- Unsuccessful bidders will have thei r deposits returned to them by regula r mail (please include ma iling address on Bid) or they can ar range to pick up thei r deposit at Andreassen Borth Law Office in Killam
For further pa rticulars please contact Colin at 780- 679-8771. Andreassen Borth Ba rr isters & Solicitors 5014 -50 St reet, P.O. Box 727, K illam, AB T0B
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Easter Fun
Council rejects temporary school in Elizabeth Heights Park
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Several parents expressed support for the idea of a temporary school but believed a different location would be more suitable, emphasizing a shared desire to avoid negatively impacting any part of the community.
“I live across the street from Elizabeth Heights Park. I would like to make it clear that I am not opposed to the establishment of a Francophone school, however I am opposed to rezoning Elizabeth Heights Park from a parks and recreational land to institutional land for any reason. I understand that the Municipal Reserve (MR) designation will remain and the MR allows the use of this land for parks, recreation and school board purposes.
After the proposed temporary school has been relocated to a permanent spot, how can we be assured that another school will not be interested in this space, temporarily or permanently? After all, this space will have already been rezoned and the services will have already been installed. How can we be assured that the MR designation will not
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
For families looking to make Easter a little extra special for their kids this year, there are many activities from which to choose: Camrose Animal Alliance Rescue Society’s (CAARS) Easter Egg My Backyard – CAARS volunteers will come and set up an egg hunt for you in your home. To register, fill out the form at https://rb.gy/l1sy0d. CityLights Church is hosting a funfilled Hare-raising Egg Hunt on April 19 from 12 to 3 p.m. Children can enjoy cool neon lighting as they look for glowing Easter eggs. There will also be a bouncy castle, glitter tattoos and much more. Families can drop in on the day or register at https://rb.gy/4954j8. Resurrection Lutheran Brethren Church is hosting Camrose Community Easter Eggstravaganza on April 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Max McLean Arena. Kids can hunt for eggs in a sea of balloons and enjoy carnival games, an obstacle course and much more.
be changed over time? I see this possible rezoning as a slippery slope and I am concerned that a precedent will be set. Not only for Elizabeth Heights Park but other parks and recreation spaces in Camrose as well,” explained Carol Green, a concerned citizen. She highlighted the lack of information the City has provided the property owners around the area and the lack of justification on why this specific location was selected for this relocation.
The park, which does not currently have any playgrounds or public amenities beyond a winter ice rink, was selected for its central location, existing municipal services, and minimal development constraints.
Those opposed to the project cited concerns over traffic congestion, noise, environmental impacts, loss of green space, and potential depreciation of property values. Many residents were also skeptical about the “temporary” nature of the school and feared the change in zoning could open the door to future permanent development.
Following these deliberations, Council voted against second reading of Bylaw 3363-25, effectively halting the plan to relocate École des Fondateurs to Elizabeth Heights Park. The city and school board will now consider alternative locations for the interim facility while continuing its pursuit of a permanent home.
Camrose Interclub 4-H Show and Sale
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The experience teaches more than just cattle care. These young ranchers learn time management, budgeting, animal health, marketing and the importance of being present and responsible. They track feed, monitor weight gain and prepare their animals for the sale. The Camrose district has seen growth in enrollment and this year there are 70 steers available at the Show and Sale in Bashaw.
To prepare for the annual auction, the kids attended a marketing workshop led by Ron Pederson, a popular local auctioneer who has dedicated over 32 years of volunteering and support for the Camrose and District 4-H Clubs. Participants learned how to present a sales pitch to potential buyers in the workshop. This year, there is a greater focus on finding buyers because of rising costs which is why Ron’s workshop was a very essential part of the process. His teachings on how to market the animal have equipped the children and youth with the skills required to make a sale.
“Buying local beef supports the hardworking 4-H members and their farm families, keeps your dollars in your community, helps reduce waste and emissions, gives your family real food you can trust and, let’s be honest, it just tastes better,” shared Chella Ross, owner of Redtail Ranch. Chella has three daughters in the program, who have raised their own healthy steers right at their ranch.
Now, after months of effort, the kids are gearing up for their big event – the annual Camrose Interclub 4-H Show and Sale. The sale will take place on June 3 at the Bashaw Agricultural Society Grounds. The auction will begin at 6 p.m.
If buyers can’t make it to Bashaw for the sale, they can contact a 4-H family to arrange someone to bid on their behalf. If they buy an animal to show 4-H support but don’t want to keep it for meat, there’s a buyback program, where they can pur-
chase a steer and resell it at market price. 4-H handles everything. The price is set before the sale and posted. Buyers need to pay within a week after the sale.
If buyers choose to keep the animal for meat, 4-H helps with that too. They pre-book processing spots at Read’s Custom Butcher Shop in Bashaw, and Tofield Packers. The butcher will call the buyer two weeks after the sale to get processing instructions. They help the buyer choose ground beef and roast sizes and steak thickness. They’ll also split the meat into quarters for easier division.
For the youth, this isn’t just a day to sell their animals. It’s a celebration of everything they’ve learned and accomplished. Families, buyers and supporters from across the County come together to cheer them on, recognizing the dedication it takes to raise and prepare a market-ready steer.
“We are so lucky to live in a community that is aware of and appreciates the hard work and commitment that goes into 4-H Beef. Our clubs are so grateful for the support,” shared Chella.
For many children in the program, this is the start of a lifelong connection to agriculture. And for all involved, it’s a reminder that 4-H is about more than raising livestock, it’s about raising capable, confident young people ready to take on the world.
For more information about the event, contact Christy Peterson at 780-608-6197.
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Easter Edition
I'm star ting the day o with two eggs for breakfast They 're Cadbur y eggs , but whatever. My diet plan just says " Two eggs" so let's not get picky.
A father was teaching his son to drive when out of nowhere a rabbit ran across the road. Slamming on the brakes, the son sobbed, "I nearly ruined Easter –I almost ran over the Easter Bunny!" His father replied, "It 's okay, son – you missed it by a hare."
I won' t say my memor y's bad, but it's to the point now that I can hide my own Easter eggs.
Parenting Tips for Easter:
• Hide 48 Easter eggs and tell your kids there are 50, then you can get a little nap in
• Have an Easter Hunt for your kids, but make them comb the house for missing water bottles, cutler y and cereal bowls
Ever y dad loves to stand on the deck and declare to the kids, "I see three eggs from where I'm at that you haven' t found yet!"
My daughter lost her tooth and plans to put it under her pillow so the Easter Bunny and the Tooth Fair y can meet and hope fully make a love connection
Kids – 36 4 days a year :
"I can' t find my shoes!"
"I can' t find my jacket!"
"I can' t find my homework!"
"I can' t find my water bottle!"
"I can' t find my librar y book!"
Kids – Easter Sunday : "I spy a small purple egg with pink polk a dots hidden under that shrub 40 feet away and by the way it’s laying in the grass, it probably has nine jellybeans inside."
Mrs . Rabbit , while ironing her husband's Easter suit:
"I knew I should have married Peter Polyester tail…" I am currently helping my wife search for the Lindt chocolate bunny I secretly ate on Thursday
My kids can pick up 300 Easter eggs from our yard in 90 seconds, but it takes them three months to pick up five toys from their room.
Golf – the adult version of an E aster Egg Hunt!
When I was a kid, Easter eggs were twice as big and there was a pair of pantyhose inside.
Easy Easter Appetizer Idea:
1. Take a large handful of chocolate eggs
2. Stu into face
3. Repeat until slightly ill and too full to eat ham
Easter is a time for dressing up, looking your best and hunting for candy. It's like Halloween in reverse!
Shout out to all the parents who will be picking plastic Easter grass out of e ver y nook and cranny until Halloween
"Please let that be chocolate. Please let that be chocolate. Please let that be chocolate…"
– Ever y parent of toddlers on Easter
Kids today get better stu in their Easter baskets than I did when I graduated high school
What do you call a group of rabbits walking away from you? A receding hareline.
Easter baskets when my kids were little : Chocolate , bubbles and toys
Easter baskets for my teenagers: Toothpaste, deodorant and job applications
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Additional features include hardwood floors, air conditioning, barbecue hookup, new shingles in 2022, smart thermostat, HE furnace, epoxy garage floor and shed. There are no condo fees. Lots of upgrades have been made including vinyl windows. Make this your home, located at 3940-56A Street Close and priced at $349,900. It is an attractive option for first-time buyers or as an investment property. For a private viewing, contact Matt at: Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 780-608-9733 Cell
The only basket I woke up to today was filled with dir t y laundr y.
Therapist : " So how have things been going lately ?"
Easter Bunny: "I'm such a basket case this time of year, I just feel so hollow inside."
36 4 days of the year : "Do not eat anything you find on the ground!"
Easter : "He y kids, go and search in the dir t for candy a strange giant bunny left for you!"
"Hey Mom, I found more chocolate that the Easter Bunny hid!" – my kid, upon discovering the bag of clearance candy in my closet that I bought for myself the day after Easter
Matt Banack
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Haylee Christianson, member of Camrose 4-H Beef Club, delivered a sales pitch to Bart Orr, owner of Burgar Funeral Home. Haylee has been in 4-H for four years.
