If activities such as a hayride, kids' songs and stories, nature walks, face painting, a scavenger hunt or a bike ride through up to 15 kilometres of countryside trails sound appealing, Meeting Creek is the place to be on Saturday, August 16. All these activities and more will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the historic Canadian Northern Meeting Creek Railway Station and Grain Elevator. This family-oriented entertainment is part of a community Family Fun Day and Pig Roast.
You will be able to ride a vintage railway track car and go back decades in time when you tour the era-correct Canadian Northern Railway station and Grain Elevator. The Community Hall will be the site of a hearty homestyle lunch that will be available for purchase from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
For more information, call 780.672.3099 or visit the Canadian Northern Society website.
Erhard Pinno steps back to the early days of farming in the Meeting Creek area when grain was brought into the elevator in horse-drawn wagons. Here he tests a sample for weight and
Photo by Ron Pilger
Popular Camrose trail system still expanding
By Laurel Nadon
The Camrose trail system includes 39-kilometres of asphalt trails and more are still being added. Trails are now around the new Blessed Carlo Acutis Catholic High School at the southwest edge of the City, and trails are also being expanded north of 54 Avenue to a new subdivision there. Other trail expansions have included the Cascades subdivision across from the Camrose Golf Course and in Valleyview West around the pond.
City Parks Manager Richard Pattullo said that the trail system has always been popular with residents.
“They love how extensive the trail system is and where it takes you,” Pattullo said. “Most people who come out here are amazed at how extensive it is. You can walk for hours if you want. People can get out and exercise and get into nature.”
Pattullo described the trail system in the City as running from 54 Avenue to the Golf Course, along Mirror Lake Trail to Jubilee Park, where it continues south to Stoney Creek Park, up to either Creekview or Parkview and on to Valleyview. The trails on top of the berms follow the ring road to lead to more trails in Southwest Meadows (Duggan Park) then head north to the Cascades.
Pattullo said that the most commonly used trails are around Mirror Lake and through Jubilee Park. The trails are all asphalt, except for the shale trail in Kin Park near the Mayer Aquatic Centre. A new addition along the trail system has been the nine-hole Stoney Creek Disc Golf Course in Jubilee Park which was created four years ago.
Pattullo, who has been maintaining the trails for the City for 16 years, said
that the biggest change he has noticed is the increase in electric modes of transportation.
“There’s a lot more electric bikes, which I think help bring older people out to enjoy more of the trail system than they could before,” Pattullo said.
Past the railway trestle, the trails continue as grass trails which are maintained by the Camrose Ski Club. There are 18 kilometres of grassy trails, with 14 volunteers who have spent 600 hours on trail maintenance in the past year. The largest portion of those hours were spent on grooming the snow in the winter for skiing and cutting the grass in the summer for runners and bikers. The volunteers also move downed trees off the trail, maintain bridges across the creek and regrade trails.
As the trails continue south, they lead into Happy Valley, a privately owned area where trail users are allowed access. Dogs are allowed off leash on all grass trails.
Brianna Schultz, club administrator for the Camrose Ski Club, noted that the trails are multisport and used for activities like biking, hiking, birding, snowshoeing and orienteering. The club also hosts high level races for cross country running, skiing and biathlon. The main use of the grass trails in the winter is for skiing.
Schultz said that parts of the trail are sometimes lost due to erosion. To help reduce erosion, volunteers have planting days where they cut willows and other trees from along the Stoney Creek and re-root them in the eroded areas in a lattice formation to protect the river banks.
The club is also looking at developing trails further on the west and south sides, as well as more development aimed at mountain
biking.
“We’re currently in the process of developing a trail master plan with the City,” said Schultz, noting that a professional trail building company has been hired to survey the trails and suggest additions and changes to make the trails flow better.
“I think there’s been a lot of important friendships and teams forged on those trails,” said Schultz. “It’s a really important feature of the community. They’re really high quality trails and it’s important that we maintain them.”
Shirley Rostad, chair of the parks committee and past president for the Camrose Rotary Club, noted that the first grassy trails came about naturally from the Scandinavians who settled here, skied and began making trails. She said that the trails initially were started to get people active in the winter.
The Rotary Club has worked together with the Camrose Ski Club over the years to clean up and expand the trails. Rostad can often be found weeding in the Rotary gardens where she regularly hears comments from visitors.
“People say this park is just so beautiful. It sets us apart from any prairie community and it’s just such a gift to our community,” Rostad said.
Additions along the trails have been made over the years, with the Mirror Lake Centre built in 1991, the Stoney Creek Centre in the early 1990s and the gardens in 2007. The playground and Rotary Pavilion near the Stoney Creek Centre were added in 2015, a partnership between the City, Rotary, Ski Club and Battle River Watershed, with panels inside the pavilion displaying information on the history of the area.
Laurel Nadon, Camrose Booster
Emmy Jacobson from Camrose takes a ride around the Mirror Lake trails with her aunt Michelle Ruf from Calgary, formerly from Camrose. The City contains 39 kilometres of asphalt trails and 18 kilometres of grassy trails.
VICTORIA GETAWAY WINNER
Turbulent peace?
On a day when I had a turbulent mind, I remembered a visit to the Jade Buddha of Peace several years back. It was about as unlikely a combination as you’ll find on a glorious summer day in rural Alberta:
The statue of a slim, youthful, cross-legged Buddha, weighing about 15 tons and over four metres high.
• Carved from a boulder of gem-quality jade in northwestern British Columbia–possibly the single largest mass of jade ever hauled out of the Earth.
• Commissioned by an Australian couple.
• Shipped from Vancouver to Thailand, where master craftsmen freed the smiling, meditating figure of Buddha from the green gemstone. Consecrated by the Dalai Lama.
On a world tour promoting universal peace.
At its only Alberta stop, in a field near the Town of Westlock.
An organizer of the Jade Buddha’s visit said, “Our hope is that when people see the Buddha, they take a moment to reflect on peace. We want to capitalize on the theme of universal peace and internalize it, because inner peace leads to outer peace. When we have inner peace, everything we do reflects that.”
I expected to be impressed and I was. I expected to think about peace and I did. But my reflections took me some places I hadn’t anticipated.
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The statue was amazing – even more impressive than I expected. The surrounding flowers and fruit and artifacts enhanced the presence of the Jade Buddha.
But did I feel peaceful? When I focused on the Jade Buddha, yes, I felt peaceful. But when I paid attention to the environment? Not so much.
On the pavilion in front of the Jade Buddha, a singer was entertaining the thousands of visitors, passing around a hat for contributions.
In stalls and large tents were kiosks selling clothes, food, and many other things. Lively commerce was much in evidence.
At first I was surprised. I expected to feel the contrast of the Jade Buddha surrounded by Western Canadian farm country. I did not expect the commercial atmosphere I’ve felt at tourist trap places. ***
Sometime later it occurred to me.
Of course there would be entertainment. As one of the organizers said to me, “We knew with this many people and lots of children, we would have to provide some entertainment.”
Of course there would be commerce; opportunities to buy food and drink and trinkets. That’s appropriate to offer thousands of people out in the country far from restaurants. Why would I be uncomfortable with commerce?
I was troubled by my own reactions. I felt faintly cheated because the setting didn’t feel sacred or peaceful. And yet…
I did eventually come to peace, even with my own lack of inner peace! And isn’t that the point?
“Peace” does not mean no noise, no troubles, no work, no commerce, no turbulence, no inner or outer conflict. Peace means finding a peaceful place within no matter what the external circumstances. Peace means acceptance, even of our own turbulence.
A Tai Chi instructor once said this:
“Anyone can go to the top of a mountain and wear a saffron robe and meditate and be wise and centered and grounded. What the world needs now is for us to come down from the mountaintop and go into the marketplace and be wise and centered and grounded.”
The starting point for world peace is within each of us. Peace within, peace between, peace among. ***
I’d love to hear from you. If you have comments about this column or suggestions for future topics, email Bonnie@BonnieHutchinson.com. I’ll happily reply within one business day.
Children’s library
I fail to understand those who aggressively defend the idea that the Children’s Library is doing the right thing by providing sexual images at carte blanche to kids without any warning to parents.
The absolute determination of those who want to ensure young children have direct access to images of sex is disturbing. You are not defending a healthy sex education. You are hindering it.
I honestly don’t even know what is being defended at this point. What I’ve heard so far is that we should not censor books for kids, which is false because kids’ books are censored all the time (i.e. racism), the books provided are age appropriate, also false, showing a seven-year-old how to masturbate is not age appropriate, and that the people who work at the library are great (which I’m sure is true, but has nothing to do with the issue).
Are there actually people who insist images of sexual penetration be placed where young children are? If so, yikes.
I might not be a doctor, a lawyer or a professor, but I do know garbage when I see it. A book showing a woman performing oral sex on a man and placing it on the shelf for a seven-yearold girl to pick up is garbage. I don’t need higher education to know that.
So, to the public, judge for yourself what you think is right. If this is moral and good, then by all means, introduce more of it. Why not include a fun book for kids to learn different sex positions?
But if you can see garbage for what it is, then don’t be afraid to speak up, write to the board, post on social media, call the MLA, do something to stop this nonsense that is being hidden behind the guise of “diversity”.
Jakob M. Weisser, Camrose County
Puzzled
It’s hard to decide on the best word to describe my reaction to recent letters to The Booster. Amused, baffled, sceptical, and many more descriptive but less charitable terms come to mind. Let’s settle on “puzzled”.
I am puzzled as to why a restriction on sexually explicit books being available to children in libraries would be characterized as an attack on libraries. I am also puzzled by the suggestion that one grandmother’s willingness to read these books to her grandchildren means that access should not be restricted to anyone.
But what is most puzzling of all to me are the letters from voters who have “always voted Conservative” but do not intend to now that the candidate is the leader of the party. What? They have the utmost respect for Damien Kurek, but apparently don’t respect his decision to step aside for his leader? Damien has made it very clear that the decision was entirely his, and also that he will continue to work tirelessly on our behalf with Pierre.
The suggestion that we would somehow be better served in Parliament by an independent candidate buried in the back benches than by the leader of the opposition capably supported on the home front by Damien is puzzling beyond belief.
And the efforts of the Long Ballot Committee to convince us we need electoral reform by inconveniencing and infuriating everyone? That is beyond puzzling. It borders on criminal.
Larry Lewsaw, Camrose
Battle River-Crowfoot
What is happening here? Do we understand this situation? This is about leadership.
Damien Kurek asked Pierre Poilievre to take his place as our Member of Parliament for the Battle River-Crowfoot riding.
Damien believes in Pierre Poilievre’s leadership of the Conservative Party.
I have recently sat across the dinner table with Damian and Pierre.
I want you to know that both of these Alberta-born gentlemen are driven by the same principles to support the people of the Battle River-Crowfoot constituency, who share Conservative values.
If you believed in Damien, you can believe in
Pierre Poilievre. They are CP brothers, united and working together, to provide us, the people, strong, experienced leadership of the Conservative Party of Canada.
If you are a Conservative wanting a better Canada, you don’t vote for a Liberal, or an Independent, or any other name listed on the ballet. You vote for Pierre Poilievre.
Former Conservative MPs including Damien Kurek, Kevin Sorenson and former Prime Minister Stephen Harper, all support Pierre Polievre; they believe in his leadership. They want Pierre Poilievre to be the next prime minister and so do I. Please vote for strong, experienced leadership. Vote for Pierre Poilievre. Thank you.
James Kuntz, Camrose County
Booster letters I would like to start out by using a phrase written in a letter from last week, “So let me get this straight.”
And from a different letter contributor last week, one who claims they don’t want an opportunist representing them who is in it to make a name for themselves, excuse me, that’s precisely what is happening right now.
Poilievre didn’t/couldn’t win a seat in his own riding, so he’s going to run in the most conservative province in Canada and in a “shoe-in” riding, possibly the most conservative riding in all of the country. But of course, not in any way to further his political career or name, but to devote himself to the Battle River-Crowfoot riding (not where he resides or not where he has a clue about its needs), but out of pure self advancement to keep a seat in Parliament.
People voted overwhelmingly for Damien Kurek because they wanted him to represent them in Parliament, not for him to immediately step down so Poilievre can “get in through the back door, riding on a popular winner’s coat tail.”
This is not democracy. To me, this whole affair makes a complete sham of democracy.
Patricia Calon, Camrose
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• Wetaskiwin-Camrose MLA LeRoy Johnson announced he would be seeking the Progressive Conservative nomination in the Wetaskiwin-Camrose constituency and a chance to run for a second ter m in the Alberta Legislature. Mr. Johnson said he has enjoyed his first term as the local MLA and that the opportunity for interaction with other people has been the highlight of his tenure.
• Local leaders had the opportunity to compare notes with their Edmonton counterparts as Mayor Mayer and Camrose Police Service Chief Marshall Chalmers welcomed Mayor Bill Smith and Police Chief Bob Wasylyshen at City Hall. The party subsequently visited the Camrose Police Service Station and even took a tour of the Bailey Theatre. The Edmonton Police Service provides training for all new police officers of the Camrose Service. “I thought it was an opportunity to come down and say hello, and thank them for the business,” said Mayor Smith as he met with officials at City Hall.
• TransAlta’s Municipal Relations Manager Larry Sir man presented a $1,000 donation for McHappy Day to McDonald’s Restaurant Manager Darrelynn Fair and School Resource Officer Rick Hopwood. TransAlta made the donation to compensate for a power outage during McDonald’s McHappy Day fundraiser on May 16. Seventy-five per cent of the donation goes to the Camrose D.A.R.E. Program while 25 per cent will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Children’s Charities.
• Mrs. Mona Sparling of Camrose has been appointed Gover nor of the Glenbow-Alberta Institute for a further ter m of three years.
Mrs. Sparling is also President of the Alberta Museum Association.
• Steele Curry, President of Revelstoke Companies Ltd., announced today that Revelstoke has entered into an agreement to purchase the redi-mix concrete and sand and gravel businesses of Camrose Transit Mix Ltd. and Brager Transport Ltd., both of Camrose. The two companies are owned by the family of Mr. Cliff Brager, and have been operated by Mr. Brager and his sons, Allan, Leslie and David. The Bragers will continue to operate an excavating and earth moving business under the name of Brager Transport Ltd
• Three of four portraits submitted by David Lyseng of Lyseng Studios, Camrose, were accepted for showing at the 84th Inter national Exposition of Professional Photography at the Conrad Hilton in Chicago. The show attracts thousands of entries from all over the U.S.A., Canada and Europe. To have three of four entries selected for showing, as did Mr Lyseng, is an enviable achievement in that kind of competition. The merit points he thus ear ned count as credits towards attainment of his Masters of Photography Degree.
De coration
A walk through history
By Adan Shaikh
Residents have a new way to explore the history of Camrose. Two self-guided historic walking tours, created by Ross Shuman and David Roth, are now available on the Bailey Theatre website.
One tour covers commercial buildings along the north side of 48 Avenue in the downtown area.
AMA pollinators showcase
By Adan Shaikh
The Alberta Motor Association’s (AMA) Community Foundation is helping the province’s pollinators one flower at a time.
The AMA Pollinators program encourages Albertans to create pollinatorfriendly spaces by planting native flowers and avoiding pesticides that harm bees and butterflies.
Since 2023, AMA has installed beehives at many of their centres to promote their cause. They partner with Alvéole, a beekeeping company that started in 2013 and has since encouraged many companies to install beehives at their commercial centres to promote sustainability. The Camrose AMA location is part of this program.
In June, Camrose AMA held a showcase, where community members had the chance to adopt bees for $1 and watch a professional beekeeper at work. Pollinators play a crucial role
The other explores the residential neighbourhood south of Highway 13. Both routes begin on the highway’s north side. Participants can start anywhere along the route and follow the numbered stops. Each stop includes a photo and street address to help with navigation. A portion of the tour circles the U of A Augustana Campus, which can also be driven if preferred.
The downloadable PDF provides details on each building’s history, including who built it, its original purpose and how it has changed.
Camrose was established in the early 1900s, with settlers arriving from the United States and European countries. The area was traditionally inhabited by the nomadic Cree people.
The tour is a great way to explore the establishments in Camrose, what they are today and what they used to be. To download the Historic Tour on your phone visit: www. baileytheatre.com/history.
PURPLE DONATION
in food security by helping plants reproduce. Experts say nearly 75 per cent of the crops that produce fruits, vegetables and nuts depend on pollinators in some way.
AMA Community Foundation has four goals: climate good, food security, childhood safety and safe communities. The Pollinators program supports all
four causes. The proceeds from the bee adoptions this year will support the Ma Matow Sakow Healing Forest in Wetaskiwin. Pollinator-friendly trees will be planted in this forest, making it the perfect home for bees to thrive.
Bees and other pollinators are under threat from
habitat loss, pesticide use and climate change. To raise awareness, AMA’s campaign features workshops by Alvéole. When individuals adopt a bee online or at one of the workshops, they get to name the bee and receive an adoption certificate.
This initiative is just one piece of AMA’s Pollinator Program, which includes investment in natural biodiverse forests, native plant landscaping and protection of native bees.
For more information, visit ama.ab.ca/bees.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Beekeeper Stefan Opryshko, from Alvéole Urban Beekeeping, showed Kaeda Reigh how the bees make honey. Kaeda overcame her fear of bees and got close to the hive to learn something new.
ROYAL
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Camrose Royal Purple donated $500 to the Camrose Women’s Shelter (CWS). Pictured, from left, are Nora-Lee Rear, executive director of CWS, and Royal Purple secretary Linda Stevenson.
New manager of operations for Kodiaks
By Nadine Leming
Madeline Caleffi has officially started her new role as the manager of business operations. In her new role, she will be responsible for social media, website, game day operations, sponsorship and community events, just to name a few.
Madeline went through the interview process with the other potential candidates. It was her background in sales and operations in a previous role that helped her get this role. As a woman always up for a new challenge, she applied for the position with the Kodiaks.
She said, “I’m quite excited. Everything is still fresh with so much to learn as we move towards the beginning of the season. Working with Eric (Kroetch, Kodiaks GM) is amazing.”
She’s not new to the team as she’s been a billet mom for the last six years, a role she thoroughly enjoys. “It’s one of the best experiences ever,” commented Madeline.
Acadia Valley
Acme
Alliance
Amisk
Bashaw
Bawlf • Big Valley • Bittern Lake • Botha
Camrose
Castor
Cereal
Chauvin
Consort
Coronation • Czar • Daysland • Delia
Drumheller
Hardisty • Hay Lakes
Kinsella
Killam
Lougheed
Morrin
Munson
Heisler • Holden
New Norway
O yen
Provost
Rosalind
Round Hill
Rumsey
Ryley
Sedgewick
Stettler • Edberg
Edger ton
Ferintosh
Forestburg
Gadsby • Galahad • Halkirk
• Hanna
Strome
• Three Hills • Tofield • Trochu • Veteran • Viking
Wainwright
Youngstown
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster
Madeline Caleffi is excited for the upcoming Kodiaks season in her role of manager of business operations.
WELCOME TO THE ON TRACK TEAM
Renan MenDes
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Guest editorial Post Office
By Arnold Malone
The post office has been around for a long time. In fact, the post office pre-dates Canada. The first post office in our land opened December 14, 1755, in Halifax. Two years earlier, Benjamin Franklin was appointed Deputy Post Master General of Britain’s Colonies. North America’s colonies then consisted of Nova Scotia, Newfoundland, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rode Island, New York and eight other eastern USA states.
Canada did have a pony express – a short one – that ran from Halifax to Digby Gut.
Our post office has been an institution loaded with nostalgia for communities big and small across our massive landscape. It was much more than a place to pick up mail. In the hamlets and villages across Canada, including the high north, the post office was a gathering place.
It was in the post office where parents hoped with heavy hearts that today’s mail would bring a letter from their son, now on the front lines during WWII. With a fallen heart they departed, perhaps a letter tomorrow. Also, lovers apart stayed in touch through the use of the post office.
Inside those post offices, locals came in from the cold and exchanged greetings learned about families and considered matters affecting their community. Some people departed in haste, the handwriting on an envelope gave a desire to read this letter right now.
Persons of my age may recall that in late November and early December – perhaps by the light of a coal oil lamp – our mothers would write stacks of Christmas letters to friends and relatives. Between the 5th and 10th of December, these letters were dropped at the post office, hoping for an arrival before Christmas.
Some families strung their Christmas cards on the parlor wall. A lot of cards boasted, “We have many friends.” Mothers often would read the letters from Aunt Marie or Uncle Jake while Dad and the kids listened with a vivid imagination. Faraway friends and relatives were known by how well they wrote and what they wrote about.
We knew our faraway relatives from the magic of their stories, many of whom we would never meet. We found out who was recovering from an illness and who finished grade nine.
At peak operation, before the pandemic, Canada Post delivered 5.5 billion items annually. Prior to the pandemic, private operators delivered 38% of parcels and Canada Post delivered 62%. After the pandemic, Canada Post delivered 29% of parcels and the private operators delivered 71%.
Technology has not been kind to the post office. Emails and text messages along with online banking and e-transfer for paying bills has reduced the mail volume. That has slashed the income of the postal service. Canada Post has operated every year since 2017 at a financial loss. The loss was $548 million in 2022, and $748 million in 2023.
As a child, I rode with my dad to deliver a horsedrawn sled load of grain to an elevator, then pick up the mail. Today, the railway station, the station agent, the telegraph operator, the elevators, the delivery horses, and even many branch lines are all gone. From the activity of that day, only the post office remains.
The post office is essential, but only if it adapts to a changing reality. In the USA, some post offices operate in grocery stores or pharmacies.
In Europe, there are post offices that also sell insurance or operate as a bank. These options may not be for Canada, but what is utterly clear is that the operating model needs to be in tandem with a changing world. We need to find a workable framework fast because the post office must survive. Change is a derivative of progress and change must come.
James
Romonda
Enjoy a family fun day
By Nadine Leming
Built in 1913 by the Canadian Northern Railway, the Meeting Creek station met the standard thirdclass layout. This unique site is one of only a handful of remaining sites and sits with the classic prairie grain elevator.
The Canadian Northern Society has turned a portion of the original main line and elevator track to form the basis for a local park. The station and elevator are open during the summer months through the support of many volunteers.
On August 16, everyone is invited to enjoy a fun day of activities at the Meeting Creek Family Fun Day. The event includes children’s activities at the station site that includes an Olympic challenge for the whole family. There will be stories and songs at the gazebo by the station, a scavenger hunt and even a cycle scavenger hunt for all ages.
Glenys Smith of the Canadian Northern Society says, “The station has been restored to the 1950s. Also on site is the oldest elevator in Alberta with its original equipment.”
She continued, “There will be a role playing person to take people through the station and elevator.”
While enjoying the day at Meeting Creek Natural Linear Park, take in track car rides down a portion of the original abandoned railway. There will also be hay rides touring the east grasslands. Interpreters will provide information on the ecosystem and importance of Meeting Creek.
Enjoy the entertainment by Les Hall while munching on pulled pork on a fresh bun. Discovery packs will be available at the station to watch birds, butterflies and enjoy the flowers. This event runs between 10:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
For more information call 780-672-3099 or email canadiannorthern@telus. net.
Nadine Leming
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Meeting Creek is only a 30-minute drive southeast of Camrose. A beautiful hamlet to explore with the family on nice summer day.
Kick’n Country Parade
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster
Camrose Academy of Dance troop were proud to show off some of their skills during the Kick’n Country Parade. The group won the award for
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Children lined up around the sidewalks to watch the parade and meet the mascots. From left, Katelyn Wocknitz, Annie Laliberte-Campbell, Camrose Kodiaks mascot Kodi and Lexi Wocknitz.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster The Snowbirds flew over the crowd to open the parade.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster Covenant Health St. Mary’s Hospital brought their mascot along to enjoy the Kickin’ Country Parade and won the award for Best Community Entry.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Pigeon Lake Horse Drawn Rides won the Best Horse Entry award. Their ponies were a highlight for everyone at the parade.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
Al Shamal Shriners won the award for Best Vintage Entry. Visiting from Edmonton, they were one of the many other participants who came to Camrose especially to be a part of the parade this year. Their clowns brought smiles to many faces.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster MLA Jackie Lovely (left) was dressed in her 1920s attire to match the classic 1920s Ford Model T in which she was chauffeured for the parade by volunteer driver Steve Boa (right).
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Pierre Poilievre entered the parade as he continued his campaign to become the next elected MP of Battle River-Crowfoot.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Battle River Power Coop’s float left the audiences thunderstruck with their display of firecrackers and thunderbolts.
Parade kicks off BVJ
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Centra Cam Vocational Training Association went all out to recreate a desert scene for their float. The hot day definitely helped bring their chosen theme to life.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Camrose Public Library summer students rode the Book Bike in true western fashion.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster Camrose Police Service brought out their youngest officer.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Agriterra Equipment won the award for Best Argiculture Entry this year.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
The Camrose County team waved at the audiences as they went by in their float.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Precision Gymnastics from Wetaskiwin had gymnasts performing somersaults on the float.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster DSS Construction Camrose delighted the audience with their horse riders. Based on the community feedback, everyone enjoyed seeing horses in the parade.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
The Town of Wainwright amazed everyone with the craftsmanship of their float and even won the prize for Best Visiting Community Entry.
Employ ment Opport unities RECREATION AND CULTURE SUPPOR T STAFF
Th e Ci ty of Camros e is seek in g an energetic an d re liable individual for th e casual positio n of Communit y Se rv ices
Suppor t 1 – Recreation an d Culture Suppor t St af f. FU NCTIONS/DUTI ES (but no t limite d to):
• Assist with th e management an d implemen ta tion of book ings an d registration s for classe s an d workshops.
• Prov id e exceptiona l customer se rv ic e an d assist ance to patron s an d genera l public using th e facili ty
• Rece ive paym en t an d ot he r re la ted duties
• Create documents, su rvey s, forms, posters , tri-fold s, fl ye rs etc. an d distribute as necessar y.
• Assist with setu p, ta ke down an d staf fi ng suppor t for communit y events at variou s locations th ro ughout th e Ci ty
• Se t up an d ta ke down of bi rt hday pa rt ie s (a nd hostin g as re quired).
• Pe rfor m regula r shif ts at th e Camros e Centennia l Museum , assistin g with visi tor se rv ices , programming, collection s ca re, an d vo luntee r coordination
• Ot he r duties as required
QUALIFICAT IONS :
• High school diplom a or GED equivalent
• Ba si c computer skills includin g Microsof t Of fi ce
• Excellen t writ te n, ve rbal communicatio n an d interpersona l skills
• Demonstratin g an a ccept able standa rd of personal behavi ou r in th e workplace.
Successfu l candidates will be required to produc e a vali d Clas s 5 driver ’s licenc e an d a satisfacto ry Driver ’s Ab stract an d Police In fo rmatio n Chec k.
HOUR S OF WO RK : Th e hour s of work for this casual positio n will be on an as required basi s an d will includ e dayt ime, evening, weeken d an d statut or y holiday shif ts
HOUR LY WAGE : Th e hourly wage for this positio n will be $16. 27 pe r hour
A PPLICAT IONS : Th e Ci ty of Camros e is an equa l oppo rt unit y empl oyer an d encourages individual s inte re sted in this positio n to submit a cove r le tter an d resumé to th e addres s below by Augu st 15 , 2025 at 4:30 p.m. If applying by email, please ensu re th e positio n title is included in th e subjec t line
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Chuc k MacLea n Ar ts Centre: 4809 -52 St reet , Camrose, AB P: 78 0.672. 9949 | E: tpat tullo@camrose.ca | W: www.c am ro se.c a
We are currently in Stage 1 of our 4-stage water shortage response plan. The following MANDATORY water restrictions are in place
•Lawns may only be watered between 6AM to 9AM and 7PM to 11PM.
Odd-numbered houses may water only on odd-numbered days
Even-numbered houses may water only on even-numbered days
• Only hand watering with a watering can or hose with trigger nozzle is allowed for flower and vegetable gardens.
• Sprinklers and water toys may be used for recreational purposes by children as long as children are actively playing, including a pool with a capacity not more than 1,000 litres.
• Decorative outdoor water features must be turned o Stage 1 includes exemptions for newly laid sod.
For more information about water conservation or the water shortage stage restrictions, please visit www camrose.ca/WaterShortage
TREX brings new exhibit to Camrose
By Adan Shaikh
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) Travelling Exhibition Program (TREX) is back in Camrose. This time the exhibition will showcase 20 of the best pieces that have been part of the exhibit over the course of 40 years of TREX.
“This exhibit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the establishment of AFA’s art collection and the 40th anniversary of TREX collection,” shared Faith Adam, University of Alberta Augustana Campus summer student and the curator of the show at the museum.
“TREX has different exhibits that travel through Alberta. Looking at this collection, you get a really good range of pieces. Some pieces date all the way back to the 1950s and some are pretty new, so it gives a great idea to viewers what the exhibit has been able to collect over the years,” said Faith.
“It represents a lot of different per-
spectives; it has female artists, male artists, Indigenous artists. There is so much history in it. It’s not just art, there’s so many stories behind this showcase,” explained Faith.
The collection has been curated by Shane Golby of AFA, and features a total of 20 artworks, of various mediums and styles from AFA’s TREX collection. The exhibit is being displayed at the Camrose and District Centennial Museum August 5 to 23. Visitors can drop in to see the collection, Tuesday to Saturday between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Additionally, there will be a free art workshop for youth on August 23 at the Museum from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. In this workshop, participants from ages eight to 12 will get to explore this exhibit and their own ability to create artwork. Only 12 spots are available for this class. To register, visit www.camrose.ca/programs.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Faith Adam is curating the new TREX show at the Camrose and District Centennial Museum. Faith is a student at Augustana Campus, working at the museum as part of her Pathways to Rural Alberta Grant. The grant allows Faith to choose a community partnership and work on a project. She works at the Museum as part of this project.
By Adan Shaikh
As a kid, Cathy Stacey always dreamed of owning a Volkswagen Beetle. Today, she cruises around town in a 1973 convertible model, which has been fully restored and rebuilt by her loving husband.
“I remembered them from when I was a kid, so I always really wanted one,” she said.
Stacey found the car roughly 13 years ago in Victoria. It was a running vehicle, but in rough shape. After picking it up from a barge and trailering it home, the couple took it apart piece by piece.
“My husband rebuilt it, from start to finish,” she said. “It took him three years to build the whole thing.”
The original body was in poor condition, and much of the frame had to be rebuilt from scratch. Stacey chose to keep the car’s original sunset orange colour, a shade that had to be carefully matched by stripping the vehicle down to locate a small patch of untouched factory paint.
“Back in those days, Volkswagen did not have colour codes for their paints,” she explained. “He had to restore the heater channels, that is where your mainframe support is.”
The Beetle is equipped with a 1600 cc air-cooled engine, just like all classic Volkswagens. The original engine was no longer in the
Stacey drives a restored 1973 Beetle
Cathy Stacey enjoys driving her convertible
attention with its bright orange colour and beautiful body
vehicle when they bought it, which made upgrading it an easy choice.
The 1973 Volkswagen Beetle originally came with a 1600 cc air-cooled flat-four engine producing around 46 horsepower.
Known for its reliability and simplicity, the engine was designed without a
FUN FACTS
The vehicle helped Volkswagen break a world record. By 1972, Volkswagen surpassed the Ford Model T’s long-standing production record, with over 15 million Beetles built. By 1973, that number had exceeded 16 million, making the Beetle the most-produced car in history at the time.
In 1973, the convertible model was offered exclusively as a Super Beetle (Type 1303 LS). It featured a curved “panoramic” windshield, MacPherson strut front suspension for a smoother ride, and a slightly longer front end to house the new components.
The 1973 Beetle Convertible included several design updates to comply with evolving U.S. safety regulations. These included larger “elephant-foot” taillights for better visibility, sturdier bumpers, a relocated external fuel filler for convenience, and improved crash protection, especially in the front.
radiator, relying instead on airflow to stay cool. Stacey’s Beetle features a similar 1600 engine, though not the original one that came with the car.
“As with all VWs it is an air-cooled engine. When we purchased the car it didn’t have the original engine in it so I didn’t feel bad switching out the engine,” commented Stacey.
The car definitely attracts a lot of attention with it’s build and colour, even when it is parked.
“My favourite part about driving is seeing the kids punch each other in the shoulder to look at the car and the wind in the hair just adds to the fun,” shared Stacey. She also enjoys sharing lesserknown facts of the classic car.
“One very interesting thing about the Volkswagen Beetles is that when you put on your windshield wiper fluid, the pressure tank under the front gath-
ers the pressure from the spare tire that is in the front. So if you used your windshield washer a lot, you will have a flat spare,” explained Stacey.
With the rebuild complete and the engine running smoothly, Stacey’s Beetle is back on the road, vintage in form, but full of fresh life.
I f 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 pro le your projec t.
TURNING HEADS
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
Volkswagon Beetle in the summer. The vintage car always attracts
design.
Family Fun at Train Day
The Camrose Heritage Railway Station and Park celebrated the day by throwing some fun into the station. It was an opportunity for kids to play games with their families as there was something for everyone throughout the day. The event was very well attended. Events like Train Day rely on the help of fantastic volunteers. From left, Susan
and
Middleton helped take care of families enjoying treats at the train station.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster Isabel Leming stopped to enjoy craft time at Train Day.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster From left, Rhett Ecklund and Neal Parton took some time to enjoy playing some badminton.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster Train rides were a popular event that kept Carter Ball busy during Train Day.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster
Stockwell, Shirley Loewen
Ingrid
POILIEVRE VISIT
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
Pierre Poilievre visited the Camrose Senior Centre on July 24 to host a meet and greet. Residents had the opportunity to voice their concerns and ask questions about how Poilievre plans on rebuilding Canada’s economy and serve the riding of Battle RiverCrowfoot.
DEATHS
Janet Mae Withers of Camrose, passed away on July 17, at 66 years of age.
Roy Sygmun Sylyski of Beaver County, passed away on July 24, at 91 years of age.
Bobby McCarty of Camrose, passed away on July 25, at 63 years of age.
Pat Barott of Camrose, formerly of Montréal, passed away on July 28, at 73 years of age.
Jody Gust Lindstrand of Camrose, passed away on July 28, at 59 years of age.
Phyllis Marie Wilkie of Bashaw, formerly of Camrose, passed away on July 29, at 89 years of age.
John Cybruch of Sherwood Park, passed away on July 29, at 87 years of age.
Soccer with coach Roger
By Nadine Leming
Roger Torres is passionate about soccer, playing at a very high level until injuries led him into coaching about 10 years ago. He has started working with middle school students at École Charlie Killam School with the Battle River Soccer Academy where student athletes can focus on academic achievement and skill development at the same time during the spring academy.
This past session Roger had about 20 athletes all with various skill ranges. He said, “There is definitely a lot of athletic ability in the region.” He continued by saying, “From my observation on the field, there is so much potential in the area.”
“There are a lot of students on the right track and just need support to continue their journey to continue to develop and have fun,” Roger added.
This academy offers the athletes a consistent message, offering them an opportunity to be adventurous in learning new skills and encourage them to test themselves.
Roger said, “It’s given me a fresh take on things as the students are doing this for the love of the game and become the best versions of themselves.”
One thing Roger has taken note of is that there is a lot of athletic talent in Camrose and area. He mentioned, “The athletes are engaged and enthusiastic. Many of them go on to succeed elsewhere. My wife Zaria has been very supportive of this project which is the main reason I have taken it on board.”
This fall, Roger will be going into his fourth season with the U of A Augustana Campus Women’s Viking team. His goal is to continue the upward trajectory of the team.
Pat Barott
Sadly, we announce the passing of Pat Barott, a cherished family man and a beloved friend to many. Pat departed on July 28, 2025, at the age of 73, leaving behind a life rich in adventure and camaraderie.
Born in 1952 in Montreal, Pat’s early life was marked by his time spent on his family orchard and corn farm and with his Westmount neighbours and friends. This, along with his education at Ashbury College, laid the foundation for adaptability, unforgettable tales and enduring friendships.
In a career spanning work as a mechanic, a grain and sheep farmer, and a truck driver and dispatcher, Pat was not just an entrepreneur, he was a problem solver – steady, reliable and a bit of a curmudgeon. He and Lesley‘s brave and adventurous spirit had them leaving Montreal in their 20s with two children in tow to farm in Vulcan, Alberta. Their love of the land and sheep farming took them to Fraserwood, Manitoba, for 10 years. The last 14 years of Pat’s life were spent in Camrose, Alberta, loving on his grandchildren and helping the girls and their friends “develop character” as he had done for his daughters and their friends years prior.
Beyond the farm, Pat was a versatile and skilled spokesperson of the sheep industry, a leader of the Berrywater 4-H Club and chairman of various ag organizations including the Canadian Sheep Federation. It was travelling during this role that he first discovered one of his great loves – NOLA. New Orleans, Louisiana was an absolute favourite of Pat and Lesley‘s. They loved the culture, people, music and the food.
Pat’s presence was a source of strength and joy for his family. He leaves behind his favourite wife Lesley; their children Chella (Mike) Ross and Tricia (John) Bunting; and their grandchildren Natasha, Rebecca, Victoria, Addy and Reagan. To them, he was more than a grandfather – he was the GOAT and a five-star Uber driver. He was predeceased by his parents Peter and Gwendolyn; and his sister Chella Stuckel. He was so darn lucky to have her as a sister.
We gathered to celebrate Pat in Camrose, at the Mirror Lake Senior Centre on Thursday, July 31, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. and will be gathering at Berrywater (near Vulcan) on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, from 7 to 9 p.m. There will be music, drinks and sweets, pictures and visiting.
In lieu of flowers, start saving your pennies and plan a trip to New Orleans. It’s what he would’ve wanted.
Phyllis Marie Wilkie
October 29, 1935 ~ July 29, 2025
Phyllis Marie Wilkie of Bashaw, Alberta, formerly of Camrose, passed away on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at the age of 89 years.
No formal service will be held.
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In Memory of Dr. Frank Ian Hohn
January 5, 1962 ~ July 27, 2025
Frank Ian Hohn was born in Edmonton, Alberta, on January 5, 1962. He grew up in the beautiful community of Camrose, Alberta, the only child of loving parents Eric and Mary Hohn. He was proud of his Welsh and Ukrainian roots. Growing up he spent much time playing and watching a number of sports in Camrose, particularly hockey. He forged many strong friendships through school and sport that remained very important to him throughout his life.
Frank attended the University of Alberta where he obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree and then spent a year in a General Practice Residency. He subsequently trained for four years in Chicago at Michael Reese Hospital for his Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery specialty training. He loved the idea of changing faces, changing lives. He had a special interest in the treatment of dentofacial deformities as well as in dental implants. He came to Saskatoon planning to work for only a short period of time with Dr. Jack Shiffman. When Dr. Shiffman decided to retire in 1992, Frank found it was such a good practice opportunity that he bought the practice and never left. He expanded the office to accommodate additional surgeons and eventually the practice encompassed the entire sixth floor of the Tower at Midtown.
Frank had a great sense of humour and could make anyone laugh. He often laughed at his own jokes until he cried. If you spent much time around Frank, you couldn’t help but have heard some of his favourite jokes. He loved the Edmonton Oilers, the Chicago Bulls, “Da Bears”, the New York Yankees, and the Masters Golf.
Frank’s professional life was defined by his unwavering dedication to oral and maxillofacial surgery. A leader in his field, he contributed significantly to organized dentistry across Canada and the U.S.A. He donated thousands of hours of his time to the dental profession, serving as head of the Department of Dentistry/ Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery for the Saskatoon District Health Board, president of the College of Dental Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CDSS), and president of the Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (CAOMS). He served on the boards of the Canadian Dental Association (CDA), the CAOMS, the National Dental Examination Board and on various dental specialists’ committees. He was a member of the Canadian Dental Regulatory Authorities Federation and the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. His contributions to organized dentistry and his desire to keep the dental profession successful and respected were substantial. Frank was honoured with distinguished service awards from both the CAOMS and the CDSS during his professional career.
Frank had a way of being able to carry on a conversation with anyone and always listened fully. He could make anyone feel important and people recognized that their opinions really mattered to him. He possessed an incredible memory and remembered people and events in the greatest detail. Frank had a deep love for travel, a cigar on the golf course, and had a soft spot for sentimentality. He was an incredibly generous man and frequently helped people he barely knew and not just merely his friends.
Frank was predeceased by his father Eric in 2015, and his mother Mary in 2016. He leaves behind his two beloved children, Ryan and Anna.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Battle River Community Foundation in Camrose, the Saskatoon City Hospital Foundation, the SPCA or the Saskatchewan Dental Fund.
Frank always said that cemeteries were a waste of good golf courses. He did not wish to have a funeral, but a party to celebrate his life. That event will take place with his closest friends in the coming weeks.
Rest well, Frank.
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Our Hist y
Burgar Funeral Home was started by Hiram Burgar in the back of his hardware store in 1906 –one of the rst businesses in the Camrose community After two years, his partner, Mr. Wallace, withdrew from the business and his interest was taken over by Mr. Davidson, and was renamed Burgar, Davidson and Company Hardware. When Davidson left the business in 1911, Burgar took over as the sole owner and in the same year, Hiram and Maude (W ilson) were married. Three children were born in this union – Helen, Roderick and Doliena.
In 1917, Hiram sold his hardware store to concentrate full time on his funeral business and moved it to the present location. Rod joined his father in the business, but in 1939, left to join the Canadian Air Force. After World War II ended, Rod returned to work in the funeral industry with his father. Soon after, the rm name was changed to H. Burgar and Son. When Hiram passed away in 1949, Rod and his wife Marg (Margaret) were left to manage the business. In 1959, Alver Person joined Rod Burgar and was employed at the time construction took place for the new Funeral Home.
In 1962, the sudden passing of Rod Burgar was a great shock to the community. His funeral service was one of the rst to be held after the new building was dedicated, just two weeks prior to his untimely death. Alver Person and Marg Burgar managed the business
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In loving memory of James Donald (Donnie) Langridge
February 15, 1971 ~ August 4, 2024
TO ALL PARENTS
“I’ll lend for a little time a child of mine,” He said, “For you to love while he lives and mourn for when he’s dead. It may be for six or seven years, or 22 or 23, but will you, till I call him back, take care of him for me? He’ll bring his charms to gladden you, and should his stay be brief, you’ll have his lovely memories as solace for your grief. I cannot promise he will stay, since all from earth return, but there are lessons taught down there I want this child to learn.
“I’ve looked the wide world over, in my search for teacher’s true. And from the throngs that crowd life’s lanes, I have selected you. I know you will give him all your love, nor think the labour vain, nor hate me when I come to call, to take him back again.”
I fancied that I heard them say, “Dear Lord, thy will be done,” for all the joy thy child will bring, the risk of grief we’ll run. We’ll shelter him with tenderness, will love him while we may. And for the happiness we have known, forever grateful stay. But shall the angels call him much sooner than we planned, we’ll brave the bitter grief that comes and try to understand.
All my love forever, Mom
for the next few years, and in 1965, Alver purchased the business. The rm’s name was then changed to Burgar Funeral Home Camrose Ltd., as it remains today. Roger Erickson joined the rm, and in 1967, when he left to pursue other endeavors, Rod Madison began his career in the funeral service. Burgar Funeral Home was involved in the ambulance service from the very early years until 1971, when the City of Camrose assumed the responsibility. In 1979, the well-established Daysland Funeral Home was purchased by Burgar. Bob Hanrahan was associated with that funeral home for more than 70 years as manager. Reg Madison, Joe Schulte and Steve Haugen were a part of Burgar Funeral Home and Alver’s son, John, later joined the business, and served the community until 2017. Cam Parker joined Burgar Funeral Home in 1995 and served the community for 24 years. Bart Orr joined the rm in 2011, after the passing of his father introduced him to Cam and John.
Burgar Funeral Home is currently owned and operated by Bart Orr who, along with his dedicated team, are able to provide support to families in their time of need. We at Burgar Funeral Home consider it a true privilege and honour to have served and guided the families of Camrose, Daysland and area since 1906.
Jody Gust Lindstrand
April 17, 1966 ~ July 28, 2025
Jody Lindstrand of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at the age of 59 years old.
Jody is survived by his loving wife of almost 24 years Veralyn; his daughter Lauren Lindstrand (Dayne Nigh); his parents Laurie and Cathy Lindstrand; his sisters Debbie Lindstrand and Carrie Lindstrand; his nephew Karson Lindstrand; his mother-in-law Rose George; his brother-in-law Joe George (Dawn); his Godmother Carole Frank; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Jody was predeceased by his daughter Alycia Lindstrand. His family was the centre of his world, and he poured his heart and soul into them.
Jody graduated from Hay Lakes School in 1984. In 1987, he went to Western Canada School of Auctioneering in Lacombe, Alberta. This is where his lifetime career began as a respected voice in his auction community alongside his hero and best friend, his dad. Jody married Veralyn George in 2001, which also brought sweet Alycia into his life. In May of 2002, he was blessed with another daughter, Lauren.
Jody and Veralyn bought the auction company from his dad and mom in 2002. Jody and Veralyn took great pride in their company and took it to a different level through the years. Jody’s greatest business accomplishment was continuing to work side by side with his dad right up until Jody’s passing.
Jody will be greatly missed by many. His family and friends will miss his pranks and jokes, but most of all, they will miss the love he had for all of them.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, at CityLights Church, 4920-48 Street, Camrose, officiated by Rev. Greg Rokos. The service will be livestreamed, recorded, and the link accessible @ www.burgarfuneralhome.com
If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Jody’s memory may be made to STARS.
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Crowds gather for Battle River-Crowfoot by-election forum
By Adan Shaikh
A packed crowd filled the Jeanne and Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre on July 29 to hear from candidates vying to represent Battle River-Crowfoot in the upcoming federal by-election.
People arrived not only from the riding, but all over Alberta. Many individuals dressed in printed t-shirts and held signs in support of their candidates.
Hosted by the Camrose and District Chamber of Commerce, the forum gave voters a rare opportunity to compare platforms from across the political spectrum. Due to a record number of candidates (214) officially registered in the riding, Elections Canada announced a special ballot format just one day earlier.
Due to the 214 names long candidate list that the riding is currently seeing, a special ballot format has been announced.
“For their vote to be counted, electors must write the name of their candidate of choice,” Elections Canada said in a July 28 news release.
To maintain structure and focus, the Chamber invited only 10 candidates to participate.
Shauna Feth, president of the Alberta Chamber of Commerce, moderated the event and asked seven questions submitted by the public.
The seven questions that were asked of the candidates were about: affordability, immigration policies, government accountability, healthcare and social services, electoral reform, agriculture and rural development and education and workforce development.
The 10 candidates who participated in the forum were:
Grant Abraham (United Party)
The lawyer and humanitarian framed Canada’s political crisis as a product of postnationalism and what he described as the federal “reset” agenda.
two-party system. And while I may have run as a centrist with conservative leanings, I firmly believe that the Conservative Party of Canada has lost its way,” said Critchley, in her opening remarks.
“I one hundred per cent agree that if you want to run for an area, you need to live here. You don’t know what is going on here unless you live here,” commented Critchley.
criticism for his support of current federal policies. Spady has a background in the oil and gas industry and hails from Three Hills.
“My family has been in the area for many years, I went to the University of Alberta, I have worked in the energy industry in this riding. I understand this riding well and it has been my entire life,” commented Spady.
Sarah Spanier (Independent)
A frontline worker who has supported vulnerable families and lived through economic hardship, Spanier said she wants to bring real-world perspective and accountability to Ottawa. Her campaign focuses on rural representation and government systems that work for ordinary people.
“One thing I have heard all of these amazing people do is talk at you, they have not offered you any solutions on what they are going to do. I am not here to tow party lines, I am here to get funding where it is needed,” shared Spanier.
“My platform is about a strong and sovereign Alberta and its independence. And I think there’s a lot of things in Canada that we’re not talking about, in relation to the public forum,” said Graham, in his opening remarks.
Jonathan Bridges (People’s Party)
Bridges highlighted his Christian faith, blue-collar roots and family-oriented values. A truck and trailer mechanic by trade, Bridges said he chose work over student debt and is running to defend Canadian sovereignty and freedoms. He previously ran in Bow River in 2021, earning 10 per cent of the vote.
“I think it is time we put a commoner in the House of Commons,” commented Bridges.
Bonnie Critchley (Independent)
A retired Canadian Armed Forces veteran with 22 years of service, Critchley said she entered the race after party leaders overrode local nomination processes.
“I am running as an independent. I don’t have a party because I firmly believe that party politics will be damaging the Canadian political landscape. We are not American. We are not a
Michael Harris (Libertarian Party)
Harris focused on personal liberty and limited government. He aimed to start a broader conversation around individual rights and political independence. When asked about healthcare privatization, Harris shared, “ I personally believe in a hybrid model, where those who can afford to get access quicker should be able to.”
He also emphasized the need to remove politics from educational institutions, claiming that teachers and administrations often give themselves large bonuses while the students struggle to afford education.
Ashley MacDonald (Green)
MacDonald acknowledged the party’s historically low odds in the riding, but said he is still showing up to share the Greens’ priorities around climate change, electoral reform and sustainability.
Pierre Poilievre (Conservative)
Poilievre’s answers were direct and well received by the largely conservative crowd. Supporters frequently shushed other candidates when they criticized his platform or the Conservative Party.
Katherine Swampy (New Democratic)
“It’s almost a guaranteed loss. So why are we running? We’re running as advocates, we want to be a voice, we want to bring issues that are otherwise ignored by the government. Issues like affordability, budget deficit, economy and jobs, the environment, our healthcare, our housing, Indigenous relations, our management, or I should say proper management of natural resources. Our mental health and addictions, our public safety and crime, taxation, dare I say, Trump, small businesses and seniors,” commented Swampy.
A resident of Maskwacis, she highlighted her proximity to the riding and emphasized her support for electoral reform, stating that the adapted ballot now in place reflects a long-standing push for more representative voting processes.
Jeff Willerton (Christian Heritage)
Willerton argued that Canada was founded on Christian values and has since lost its way. He blamed both the Liberals and Conservatives for supporting laws that extend rights to LGBTQ2+ communities, and criticized postsecondary education as a corrupting influence.
“My pristine mind has not been polluted by a post-secondary institution. It’s a shame that a person has to have a degree to work in a factory in Winnipeg to make cardboard boxes,” said Willerton when asked about access to education.
“My Alberta values taught me about faith, family, freedom, hard work and helping your neighbours, and those values guided me to fight for the values of this region and now I want to take the local issue and provide national leadership to fight against the electric vehicle mandate, to fight for law-abiding firearms owners, to fight for farmers and to expand our military,” shared Poilievre.
Darcy Spady (Liberal)
“My name is Darcy Spady and I don’t want to be prime minister,” stated Spady, who faced
While each candidate brought a unique perspective, it was clear who held the room. Poilievre’s popularity was on full display, with the audience reacting cheerfully to his every comment and showing visible discomfort when opponents challenged him.
With the ballot unlike anything the riding has seen before, some voters may find themselves reconsidering long-held loyalties or doubling down on them.
Election Day is August 18, and advance polling information can be found at elections.ca.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster From left, Sarah Spanier (Independent), Katherine Swampy (NDP) and Jeff Willerton (Christian Heritage).
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster From left, Grant Abraham (United Party), Jonathan Bridges (People’s Party), Bonnie Critchley (Independent) and Michael Harris (Libertarian).
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster From left, Ashley MacDonald (Green), Pierre Poilievre (Conservative) and Darcy Spady (Liberal).
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
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J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649.
McTAVISH DELIVERIES (2023) LTD.
Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780- 672-5242, Camrose
DSS CONSTRUCTION
Don’t put off those projects any longer! Give me a call and we can plan together. Devin Meakins, Ph. 780-853-1080
THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK
TAILORING in Camrose
Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thurs. Evening and Sat.: By Appointment
Closed: Sun., Mon. and Holidays Please call 780- 672-4793
LOCAL HANDYMAN! –
Need a helping hand for repairs around the house? Over 20 years’ experience, licensed and insured. Baseboards, Basic Plumbing, Door and Window Installation, Soffit and Facia, Light Fixtures, Deck, Fence and Siding Repairs, Bathroom Vanities, Countertops and much more. Call or text Cory for a free quote in Camrose 780-686-4045 email: bluetruck13@hotmail.com
WANTED TO RENT
CHRISTIAN YOUNG
MAN – looking for a house to rent. 780-608-2467.
FOR RENT
FOR RENT ADS
NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY!
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.
PRIME DOWNTOWN
SPACE – 4917-50 Street. Second floor with reception area, lunch room and two private rooms. Elevator. $900/mo. includes utilities. 780-679-5085.
MAIN STREET RETAIL
SPACE – located in high traffic, southerly area of Main Street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $2221/mo., triple net. Clean, dry storage space in basement also available. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-6723142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.
2-BEDROOM APARTMENT – In excellent condition!
Perfect for seniors. The suite has stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, blinds and one parking stall. Heat, water, garbage pick up, Telus TV and internet included. Building has an elevator and social room. No smoking building. Call 780-233-0224 for more info or to set up a viewing.
ESPECIALLY NICE MAIN FLOOR OFFICE SUITE
Generous 794 sq. ft. suite, suitable for three or more staff. Includes two private offices. Ground floor, easily accessible. Modern building in downtown Camrose. Bright, quiet, air conditioned. $1239.96/mo., plus share of operating expenses. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.
CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE
Selection of very nice street level offices in newer airconditioned building in Downtown Camrose
* Quiet, considerate neighbours
* Easy access
* Lots of parking for customers
* Energized parking for tenants
* Immediate occupancy
* Come and have a look!
Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business!
2-BEDROOM SUITE –
Available August 31. Spacious and bright in a 4plex apartment. Central location, quiet building. In keeping with our existing tenant profile, we are inviting inquiries from mature, responsible adults. Building not suitable for small children or pets. No smoking. $1,125 rent includes heat and water. $800 Damage Deposit. Call 780-679-7090.
MACHINERY
SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142.
MISCELLANEOUS
ADULT
TRICYCLE –Absolutely like new! Asking $350. 780-672-1620, 780-3850085.
AUTO
DADS – LOOKING FOR A CAR WITHOUT A BACK SEAT? Count on our classifieds. We match up buyers and sellers. Phone the Camrose Booster, 780-672-3142.
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.
BOOSTER CLASSIFIEDS GET RESULTS!
You suppl y t he photo in person or by email (ads@camrosebooste r.com) and we w ill add it to your classi ed adver tisement at absolutel y no ext ra charge. ONLY applies to: Auto, Boats , RVs , Motorcycle s, ATVs, Pet s/Pet Supplies, Lost and Found, Ren tals, Livestock , Machiner y, Household, Real E state and Misc.
4925 -4 8 St reet , Camrose, AB T4V 1L7
Phone 78 0- 672-3142 • Fa x 78 0- 672-2518 Email ads@camrosebooster.com
Food Services Attendant
Competition 2525
Department: Augustana - Food Services
Salary range: $37,251.96 to $49,117.08
Hours per week: 40
Grade: 2
Closing date: August 8, 2025
Position Type: Full Time - Operating Funded
This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA).
This position offers a https://www.ualberta.ca/en/human-resources-health-safety-environment/benefits-and-pay/benefits-andpension/benefits-overview/index.html.
This recurring position is active for 8 months each year, from mid-August to April, with an inactive period from May to midAugust. Please note that the annual salary will be prorated to reflect the active period.
Location - Work primarily takes place at Augustana Campus, Camrose.
Working at the University of Alberta
The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Metis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.
The University of Alberta is a community of knowledge seekers, change makers and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to over 14,000 faculty and staff, more than 40,000 students and a growing community of 300,000 alumni worldwide.
Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross-section of people - from our students and community members, to our renowned researchers and innovators, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger and more just. https://www.careers.ualberta.ca/.
Working for Augustana Campus
The Dining Services Department located in Camrose at the Augustana Campus. We are dedicated to providing nutritious and delicious meals to students living in residence, while also supporting our Cafe operations and catering services. Our team ensures a welcoming dining environment, exceptional food quality, and seamless service to support the vibrant campus community.
Position
Join our kitchen team as a Food Service Attendant and ignite your passion for food! Under the guidance of our Executive Chef, you'll actively prepare and serve meals throughout the academic term and during special events. Enjoy a hands-on role where creativity meets service-plus, future apprenticeship opportunities await for those eager to grow. Become part of a vibrant, fast-paced environment where every dish and interaction matters
This position has an ideal start date of August 18th, 2025.
Duties
• Prepare nutritious and visually appealing meals in line with menu guidelines.
• Deliver outstanding service and hospitality to customers in a fast-paced setting.
• Ensure strict compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
• Thrive in a diverse, collaborative team environment.
Qualifications
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 12-18 months of experience in the food industry.
• Valid food safety certification/training.
• English language fluency.
• Apprentice or Journeyman Cook is preferred. This competition will be used to fill up to three positions. To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/6398496
At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.
All University employees have a responsibility to foster a workplace that prioritizes safety in all its forms—physical, cultural, and psychological. This is achieved by promoting a safe environment, adhering to all safety laws, policies and procedures, completing all required safety training, identifying hazards and implementing controls, reporting incidents, and contributing to a culture of inclusivity and respect, while endeavoring to ensure that all colleagues feel valued and safe to express their thoughts, perspectives and concerns.
The University of Alberta is committed to creating a university community where everyone feels valued, barriers to success are removed, and thriving connections are fostered. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women, First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons, members of visible minority groups, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.
L'Université de l'Alberta s'engage à créer une communauté universitaire où chaque personne se sent valorisée, où les obstacles à la réussite sont éliminés et où des connexions enrichissantes peuvent se développer. Nous accueillons les demandes de toutes les personnes qualifiées. Nous encourageons les femmes; Premières nations, Métis et Inuits; membres des groupes minoritaires visibles; personnes handicapées; personnes ayant une orientation sexuelle ou une identité et une expression sexospécifique; et tous ceux qui peuvent contribuer à la diversification des idées et à l'université à postuler.
Augustana Varsity Athletics Trainer
Location: Augustana Campus, Camrose, Alberta
The University of Alberta’s Augustana Faculty invites applications for a part-time Augustana Varsity Athletics Trainer. The Varsity Athletics Trainer is responsible to assist in the planning, coordination and delivery of Varsity Health services for Vikings Athletics. The primary purpose of this position is to provide injury response procedures during home games, and to provide clinical therapy services to varsity student-athletes. A Bachelor’s degree in a related field, a Certified Athletic Therapist CAT(C) or Registered Physiotherapist eligible to practice in Alberta, and valid First Responder and HCP certifications are required. A Master’s or PhD degree and previous experience as an Athletic Trainer are preferred. To view the full job posting and to apply, please visit the University of Alberta Careers site: https://apptrkr.com/6425501 The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, Métis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with
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Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Camrose Royal Purple donated $500 to the Hospice Society of Camrose and District. From left, Royal Purple member Velma Babiuk presented the cheque to executive director of Hospice David Samm.
Parks Day celebrated at Miquelon
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Parks Day is celebrated every year on the third Saturday of July at participating parks. With events across the province showcasing the way many Albertans enjoy to spend their recreation time. This year, Alberta Parks celebrated 95 years on July 19. Miquelon Lake was a hub of activity, despite the rain. Participants enjoyed a variety of indoor and outdoor activities while visiting the park. Visitors undertook face-painting, decorating the cleaning trucks and enjoyed cake. Harshaan Bhalhotra came all the way from Calgary to have his face painted by parks staff Emily Mahon.
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Celebrating Park Day with cake, park staff Nathalie Olson and Brian Orr were happy to serve some up to attendees.
By Adan Shaikh
Custom-built in 2002, this bungalow sits on nearly half an acre, backing onto a serene reserve area. With a fully finished walkout basement and a triple-car garage, this home checks all the boxes for families seeking space and comfort, all within city limits.
An updated concrete driveway leads to the large garage, and the covered front entry welcomes guests into a spacious foyer and living area.
At the centre of the home is an open-concept kitchen and family room, designed to take full advantage of the west-facing views. Large windows throughout the main floor, frame views of the rolling green spaces in the back.
The master bedroom offers a fivepiece en suite, including dual vanities, a corner jet tub, a shower and a walk-in
Submitted Allie Hekkink tapped into her creative side while painting on the cleaning truck at Miquelon Lake.
closet. The main floor includes: two additional bedrooms, a three-piece bathroom and a laundry room with a sink and storage.
The fully developed walkout basement offers a great space for entertaining at the bar, enjoying family game night in the rec room or watching a movie in the media room. A fourth bedroom, full bathroom, office and ample storage round out the lower level.
Step outside to enjoy sunsets from the raised composite deck or gather around the firepit, set among beautiful rock work and hardscaping.
Listed at $949,000, this home offers a rare combination of size, quality and location.
For more information or to schedule a viewing, contact Matthew at:
Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or 780-781-7088 Cell
It's Tee Time somewhere!
Why is bowling a better sport than golf?
It 's harder to lose a bowling ball
One Sunday morning, a pastor decided to skip church and go play golf. He told his assistant he wasn' t well. He drove to a golf course in another cit y so nobody would know him. He teed o on the first hole
A huge gust of wind caught his ball, carried it an extra hundred yards and dropped it right in the hole for a 450-yard hole in one. An angel looked at God and said, " What did you do that for?" God smiled and said, "Who's he going to tell?"
Wife : "I noticed you haven' t been ou t golfing lately."
Husband : "I don' t have anyone to play with."
Wife : " What abou t Howard?"
Husband: " Would you play with someone who cheats on the score and moves the ball when you're not looking?"
Wife : "I guess not ."
Husband : " Well, neither will Howard."
When I was young, I wasn' t any good at golf, but now after years of dedication, practice and coaching , I'm no longer young
I was one under today! One under a tree , one under a bush and one under the water.
Bob was playing a round of golf with the club pro one day and after 18 holes , they went into the clubhouse. Bob asked the pro, " What do you think of my game?"
The pro replied, " You should shorten your clubs by one inch." Bob asked if the pro thought this would help his game. The pro replied, "No, but it will help them fit into the trash can!"
Golf : The adult version of an Easter egg hunt.
If I hit it right , it's a slice. If I hit it le ft , it's a hook . If I hit it straight , it's a miracle.
Beverly is 90 years old and has played golf ever y day since she retired. One day, she arrives home looking sad. " That 's it!" she tells her husband Gus.
"I'm giving up golf. My eyesight has become so bad that once I hit the ball, I can' t see where it went."
Gus makes her a cup of tea and says, " Why don' t you give it one more tr y and take me with you?"
"That's no good," sighs Beverly. " You're 97 years old! You can' t help!" "I may be 97," says Gus , " but my eyesight is 20/20." So the nex t day, Beverly heads o to the golf course with Gus in tow. She tees up, takes a might y swing and squints down the fairway.
She turns to Gus and says, "Did you see the ball ?"
"Of course I did!" replied Gus. "I have per fec t eyesight."
"Where did it go?" ask s Beverly. Gus replies, "I don' t remember."
I'm great at fishing. It's the catching that needs a little work.
The best fishing par tner is one who is a little worse than you
The y call me 007 – 0 bites, 0 fish, 7 hours.
I fish because it's cheaper than therapy and no one makes me talk
Fish bite twice a day – before you get to the lake and after you leave.
Work = That annoying time between fishing trips
Me and fish are a lot alike. We both get into trouble when we open our mouths.
My wife says I'm just a few fishing rods away from being featured on an episode of Hoarders
Men go fishing for two reasons. Either they don't have a wife to go home to, or they do.
The best two times to go fishing are when it's rainin' and when it ain't
Give a man a fish and he has food for a day
Teach him how to fish and you can get rid of him for an entire weekend.
Sometimes , when the water is quiet , you can almost hear the fish laughing at you
