After a historical deluge of rain in the month of June, there is good news and a bit of bad relating to Marler Drive west of 63 Street to 68 Street The underground service work has resumed on Marler Drive, which is wonderful news for residents in the area, as well as those who rely on this important piece of City roadway The bad news is that the project is currently about a month behind schedule, thanks to the recent wet weather Currently, Nu Edge Construction, the general contractor on this important job, is working with City of Camrose engineers to make up some time on this project The City and Nu Edge are looking to stage some of this year’s work to allow for the east portion of the site (between 63 Street to the west side of 65 Street) to be handed back to the City, so that the City’s surface contractors can start concrete and asphalt work This would allow surface work to begin earlier on the east portion of the project, even while Nu Edge continues work on the remainder of the project to 68 Street
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Warbird Alley Pop-Up, a rare opportunity
by Richard Mallory Allnut
The Lockheed P-38 Lightning named Tangerine will be on the runway, a rare sight for anyone.
By Adan Shaikh
Two of the Second World War’s most recognizable aircraft will make an overnight stop in Camrose next week, giving residents a chance to see a Lockheed P-38 Lightning and a North American B-25 Mitchell up close.
The Erickson Aircraft Collection will be at the Camrose Airport on Monday, July 20, while travelling between the Cold Lake Airshow and the Red Deer Regional Airshow. Hosted by the Camrose Flying Club. The pop-up will take place at 5 p.m.
Visitors will be able to view the aircraft from des-
ignated areas at the airport, meet aviation enthusiasts and learn more about the warbirds and their history. Voluntary donations will be accepted in support of the Camrose Flying Club and the Erickson Aircraft Collection.
The Camrose Flying Club supports youth aviation education, hands-on learning opportunities, aviation career awareness, community events, aviation safety and mentorship for local pilots.
The Erickson Aircraft Collection has visited Camrose several times over the years and has built a strong relationship
with the Camrose Flying Club. With the collection already travelling through Alberta between airshows, the club invited the aircraft to make an overnight stop, giving local residents a rare opportunity to witness the warbirds in action.
The North American B-25 Mitchell was one of the Second World War’s most widely used medium bomber. Built for bombing missions, it became one of the best-known aircraft after taking part in the 1942 Doolittle Raid over Japan.
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What’s scarier? Thunder, lightning or the naked man?
I’m startled awake at 2:30 a.m. by a crack of thunder.
Though this July has not been as hot as most, there’s still been a few nights of lightning and thunder.
The thunder is doing that low rumbling thing. It being the middle of the night, I’m sleepy. But I’m not going back to sleep what with that low rumbling in the background.
My mind drifts to thunderstorms past… ***
July, sometime in the 1950s. Our family – two grownups and four kids – lived in a 625 square foot storey-anda-half home in the brand new “west end” of Camrose (now considered part of central Camrose). Everyone on our block is in a newly-built home.
In these small-town days, nobody locks the house doors. There’s no need, and besides, it would just be a nuisance to stop and fumble around for a key.
Our neighbours on the block are mostly other young families. However, the people next door, Mr. and Mrs. Windel, are an older couple. Their grown children live far away. Mr. Windel’s job takes him away from home frequently and Mrs. Windel is left alone.
We’re friendly, but not in each other’s pockets. ***
It’s a hot July; lots of thunderstorms.
Even as a kid not paying much attention to grown-ups, I can tell that Mrs. Windel’s fear of thunderstorms is not typical. Other people might not like thunderstorms much, but Mrs. Windel’s fear is something different.
On a sunny summer morning, she’s looking to the west, saying, “Looks like it’s clouding up. I hope there’s not a thunderstorm tonight.” I can tell she’s going to worry all day.
Our mom tells Mrs. Windel she’s welcome to come to our house during a thunderstorm if that would help. A couple of evenings, Mrs. Windel does, and goes home when the storm is over. Again, I can tell that the kind of fear Mrs. Windel is feeling is different from anything I’ve noticed in other grown-ups. As an adult, I’d say it was something like “primeval terror.”
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It’s such a hot July that grown-ups are having trouble sleeping. After we kids are asleep upstairs, our parents decide that, rather than try to sleep in their hot cramped stuffy bedroom on the main floor, it would be cooler to sleep in the living room – right by the front door. They open up the davenport for a makeshift bed.
It’s too hot for blankets, but they do have sheets. They settle in for the night as best they can.
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They are awakened in the night by a crack of thunder. And – within seconds – the sound of a shriek, as Mrs. Windel flings herself through the front door. She is terrified.
So is my dad. There’s a woman in the room who is not his wife – and underneath that sheet he’s wearing nothing at all. Trapped!
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Clearly Mrs. Windel is not leaving until the storm is over.
Our mom (who’s wearing a filmy but respectable nightgown) offers tea and begins some distracting chat with Mrs. Windel. Dad stays on the davenport, clutching a sheet to his chest.
A few days later, I overhear my dad telling the story to a friend. “I think – I hope – she was too scared to notice there was a naked man in the room,” he says. And the two men laugh.
And no, my parents didn’t start locking the door after that.
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So – what’s your most memorable thunderstorm?
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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.
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Opinion
How does one sort through the myriad of information/noise that permeates our lives and make sense of the craziness in news feeds at home and abroad?
We boomers are thankful to have grown up and lived, loved and worked in the best of times. Raised with the traditionalist values of our parents, we enjoyed a comfortable, prosperous, healthy and unencumbered lifestyle during peaceful times.
However, we must concede that our well-grounded lifestyle has become more chaotic of late.
We reflect (lament perhaps? upon life “BEFORE…”
BEFORE … The internet completely transformed society by access to global knowledge, collapsing communication distances, and revolutionizing how we work, learn, and shop
BEFORE… the downside; namely, narrative from vested interest groups posting mis/ dis-information, fraudsters, conspiracy theories, “alternate facts” from politicians, cyber bullying, loss of privacy, the need for ad blockers, foreign ownership of media, youth addicted to videogaming, etc. and last, but not least, the downside of AI.
Twenty-first century societies are a multigenerational mix characterized by people attached to their cellphones by an umbilical cord (myself included); a society that has morphed into getting its information in 30-second sound/video bytes often circulated by social media friends or as a subscriber to a group.
What would one of Canada’s most well-known philosophers, Marshal McCluhan, say about the 21st century? He died 10 years before the internet and social media came on stream.
McCluhan’s work was a groundbreaking study in media theory in the 1960s; he was dismayed by the way in which people approached and used TELEVISION, (the newest) media at that time. The media themselves, not the content they carry, should be the focus of
study – popularly quoted as “the medium is the message”.
Another visionary who died before the internet was educator Neil Postman who provided advice to educators and parents to assist in arming our youth. Postman’s 1969 address, “Bullshit and the Art of CrapDetection,” pioneered the notion of crap detecting, the critical ability to analyze, question, and see through propaganda, media manipulation, and misinformation
So…the solutions to our dilemma?
Government regulations to limit social media access for youth has not worked in Australia as tech savvy youth have already bypassed the regulations. It is unrealistic to expect profitable social media giants like Meta, to regulate themselves.
Leaving only… parents and teachers to limit screen time and content and engender a built-in “crap detector”. Is there hope?
Lynn Clarke, Camrose
Pipeline
I’m all in favour of governments investing in economic opportunities but this west coast pipeline is just politics. Last year, Mark Carney said a pipeline will only happen if the private sector pays for it, but now it seems taxpayers will pay. We are told $35-44 billion, but this new pipeline has much larger pipe and more powerful motors than the TMX, so I think we will pay much more.
Part of the deal was that the oil industry would install a carbon capture and storage system but The Hub expects we’ll pick up $20 billion in cost for that too. (New West Coast pipeline could cost over $100 billion in overruns, raising concerns about ‘Laurentian Capitalism’ spreading to Alberta). And The Hub expects there will be about $100 billion in cost overruns.
If this project makes sense, the private sector will take it on. The reality is that this pipeline makes no economic sense.
Smith says that the oil will be sold to the growing market in Asia, but she knows that the Asia market is shrinking. The main Asian country with refining facility for our heavy sour crude is China, and China is installing renewable energy quickly to eliminate the need for imported oil. China says their oil consumption will drop this year by 5 per cent. (PetroChina forecasts Chinese oil consumption will drop 4.9 per cent this year – Reuters). It is shrinking, not growing. If there is any market for our oil by the time the pipeline is finished, we will be competing with Saudi Arabia, who provide most of the heavy crude to China now. Unfortunately, according to the Pembina Institute (West Coast Pipeline Deal Is a Massive Gift to the Oil Industry, Alberta – Energi Media), Saudi Arabia can produce heavy crude profitably for as little as $5/barrel, but for the oil sands the break even point is about $35/barrel.
To transport Saudi oil to China costs about $2/barrel and for Alberta oil its about $18/barrel. It appears that the only way any oil will move through that pipeline is if it is heavily subsidized by taxpayers.
It appears to make no sense, so why are we doing this. Well, some separatists say we should vote to separate to send Ottawa a message.
I think they have got their wish. Carney appears to be willing to throw a ridiculous amount of Canadian taxpayers’ money at this to show that Ottawa can satisfy Alberta. And Smith seems willing to throw a ridiculous amount of Alberta taxpayers’ money at this to show that she can get Ottawa to do what she wants.
In my opinion, the big winners – oil companies (many foreign). The big losers – Canadian taxpayers. It should be interesting to see how this plays out.
Rob Hill Camrrose
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• Willow Way Far m of Ohaton had another good showing at the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede Agrium Heavy Horse Show. Over the four-day show, W illow Way won both Champion Clydesdale Gelding and the Grand Champion Clydesdale Mare with W illow Way Annette. W illow Way also had an entry in the sixhorse championship, which ear ned a fifth place in the final. Owner and driver Allan Gordeyko, along with his wife Elouise, had been showing heavy horses for about 45 years. Their son Wes is also involved with showing.
• The Reverend Ken Grambo will be singing songs from his eighth and ninth albums as part of his annual Concert in the Valley on the third Sunday of July. Rev. Grambo recorded the albums during the last part of May and the first part of June in Surrey’s Bear Creek Studio
• The Camrose Arts Society named John and Debbie Blouin Volunteers of the Year. They had been chaperones at many teen dances and helped at the Spirits of Christmas. Debbie also teaches art classes for three- to five-year-olds and does face painting during Art in the Park. Gary Brown, President of the Arts Society, presented certificates to the Blouins.
• The Camrose Elks donated $200 to the Second Camrose Scout Troop. Presenting the money from Elks Gerry Czapp and Gunter Duetsch was Scout Leader Lee Foreman
• Numerous complaints were directed to the Camrose Chamber of Commerce since the City established one-hour parking limits in the Downtown Camrose area in June. At the following meeting of the Chamber, PastPresident Cliff Brager said, “The Camrose Chamber has worked for years to build up downtown businesses, and now the one-hour parking regulation is ruining it.” Chamber members who expressed opinions felt that the two-hour parking limit had never been tested because it was never enforced, and they failed to understand why a one-hour limit can be enforced and two hours cannot. Chamber President Ken Drever organized a meeting with City Council, the Police Commission and the Chief of Police, all the people involved in the for mation of parking policy. He felt confident that an understanding and solution could be reached.
• In other Chamber matters: Ross Shuman, the Chamber’s rep on the industrial development committee, reported that a recent survey revealed that downtown merchants felt that the downtown area needed “sprucing up”. The next step would seem to be the hiring of a professional to prepare recommendations but said Shuman, “Who pays the bill? Nothing can occur until that question is answered.” Membership Chair man Norm Mayer reported that membership stood at 245. Ag Committee Chair man Henry Haugen reported that the Chamber would be providing breakfasts for 200 4-H’ers who will hold a regional rally in Camrose on the last weekend in July
Adver tising is Key
Adver tise frequently for business success
• Good adver tising educates .
• Fre quency builds trus t.
• Fre quent adver tising adds credibili ty to your message.
• When an ad is seen frequentl y, it gets the consumer yearning for your ser vice and they will take ac tion to buy it .
• Advertising frequently helps put your name out instead of the comp etition’s .
• Advertising inf luences purchasing decisions in a constantly shifting marke t.
• Advertising frequently is a lot like repeatedly inviting a friend to come see you. One day, they are bound to visit!
• Fre quent adver tising helps you build a steady source of incoming sale s.
• Advertising regularly means you won’t be out of sight , out of mind.
• You make more money when you promote. It ’s plain, simple, and proven.
Learning about the local wildlife with CWSS
By Adan Shaikh
Stoney Creek Centre is packed every Thursday evening for the Community Presentations organized by the Camrose Wildlife Stewardship Society.
For those who may have missed the informative presentations on climate change, Dutch elm disease, cats and birds safe city, the medicinal plants of Stoney Creek and the water supply and flooding response presentations over the last few weeks, there are still many more opportunities in the months ahead to learn about the local ecosystem. The remaining lineup includes:
On July 16, master gardener Glenys Smith presents “Organic solutions on pest management”, offering advice on growing plants in Camrose’s climate and kepping them safe from pests.
On July 23, Ciara Fraser of the Edmonton and Area Land Trust discusses Alberta’s bats and their role in pest control, pollination, seed dispersal and healthy ecosystems.
On July 30, Dr. Dayna Goldsmith presents on avian influenza, or bird flu, with insights from wildlife surveillance and diagnostics.
On August 6, Louis Ducsharm explores the connection between human health and the natural world.
On August 13, the society will announce the City of Camrose’s City Bird following several weeks of public voting. The finalists are the Black-capped Chickadee, Purple Martin, Blue Jay, Red-breasted Nuthatch and Canada Goose. The deadline for final votes is August 12, to vote visit https://tinyurl.com/22594jrk
For the last event of the season, the summer series concludes with a tree planting led by Dean Alix of the City of Camrose, on August 20 at 7 p.m. The location of the planting is currently being finalized and will be shared on CWSS’s Facebook page.
“With all the rain we’ve been having, our tree planting event with Dean Alix had to be postponed until later in the summer in hopes that the weather conditions will be more favourable to plant a tree. This demonstration will provide you with all the tips and tricks you need to plant a tree like an expert, right in your own backyard. All you need to bring is your-
Hauck Hearing Centre has been open in Camrose since 2005. We’ve been here the longes t.
Hauck Hearing Centre is an independent retailer. We are not a franchise; we can dict ate our preferred brand and competitiv e prices, wi thou t quot as or high -pressure sales, and we choose to of fer in-home services when other clinic s won’ t or are not permit ted. We are not bound by a head of fice in another part of the world making our decisions for us
Hauck Hearing Centre is a family owned and operated business. Claire Milligan is a second-generation Board Certified in Hearing Instrument Sciences, Regi stered Hearing Aid Pr ac titioner. Claire has lived in Camrose since 20 02
Hauck Hearing Centre’s chosen hearing aid supplier is the only hearing aid supplier:
• which was founded in Canada (1964)
• whose headquar ters are in Canada (Kitchener, Ontario)
• whose soft ware and produc t is 10 0% developed and designed in Canada by Canadians.
selves, your questions, and some appropriate attire to keep the mosquitoes away,” said Kaitlin Christenson, wildlife and greenspace stewardship coordinator at CWSS.
For more information about the events, visit their Facebook page or contact wildlifestewardship @camrose.ca
Correction
On the Canada Day page of the July 7 issue of The Camrose Booster, the photo of the Camrose & Area Animal Shelter helping pass out watermelon should have said the fruit was donated by Save-OnFoods.
Clai Regi Boar
Warbird Alley Pop-Up
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Joining it will be the Lockheed P-38 Lightning, a fighter aircraft known for its distinctive twinboom design. During the War, it served as a longrange fighter and groundattack aircraft. Today, it is among the rarest Second World War aircraft still flying.
Visitors are asked to remain in designated public viewing areas, avoid
touching the aircraft or their components, follow directions from Camrose Flying Club volunteers and airport ambassadors, keep children close and respect crew-only areas.
Volunteers will also be available throughout the evening to answer questions and share information about the aircraft. The Warbird Alley Pop-Up highlights the importance of community
airports and gives the community a chance to experience aircraft that played a significant role in aviation history and continue to fly more than 80 years after the Second World War. For updates on estimated time of arrival and departure, weather and serviceability, please visit Camrose Flying Club on Instagram or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ CamroseFlyingClub/
Not just big city problems
By Pierre Poilievre, MP of Battle RiverCrowfoot and Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada
After over a decade of inflationary Liberal credit card budgets, growthkilling regulations and government waste, Canadians are paying the price. As we face the only recession in the G20, the cost of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s failures are becoming too much for many Canadian families to bear.
Across the country, the impacts of the Carney economy are real. Grocery prices have risen 40 per cent since the Liberals took office and 3.8 per cent in April year over year. People with full-time jobs are now being forced to make critical decisions about what they can afford to put on their dinner table.
For many Alberta seniors, their fixed incomes are no longer cutting it. In a survey from right here in Alberta, 64 per cent of older individuals using the food bank are first-time visitors in a region where seniors used to experience some of the lowest levels of food insecurity.
Now 38 per cent of Canadians are facing food insecurity, 2.2 million visited a food bank in just one month last year. No wonder a study by Food Banks Canada revealed that 23 per cent of these facilities ran out of food before demand was met.
Sixty per cent of Canadians have anxiety over their finances and 22 per cent have experienced poverty. Behind these statistics are Canadians who are going to work and school on an empty stomach.
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This North American B-25 Mitchell is named Heavenly Body, and will be at the Camrose Airport as part of the Erickson Collection
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Instead of real changes that will make life affordable again, this government continues to offer Canadians the same food affordability measures they have recycled over and over again since taking office.
Right here in Battle River-Crowfoot, our communities are facing challenges that used to stay in big cities. Camrose and District Family and Community Support Services found that the combination of rent, groceries, childcare and low wages are becoming unsustainable for many. And this is not an isolated circumstance, in communities across this region, this is the case.
For six consecutive quarters now, household debt has grown faster than incomes, while in British Columbia, CTV reported that an 87-year-old man was staying in Tim Hortons after his pension failed to cover rent.
That’s why, as your Member of Parliament and Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, I fight every day to end wasteful Liberal spending, cut bureaucracy and restore accountability.
I’m fighting to lower taxes so you can keep more of what you earn and make life more affordable.
From small towns to big cities, I’m fighting to unleash the economy, get big projects built and unblock our resources so Canadians can find good jobs and bring home powerful paycheques.
And I won’t stop fighting until we restore a Canada that is safe, secure, affordable, and united.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, or if you require assistance regarding a Federal Government program, you are encouraged to send an email to pierre.poilievre@parl.gc.ca or call 1-800-665-4358
August 15 & 16
Camrose Regional E xhibition
The waterfowl, big game , fishing and outdo or tradeshow that you’ ve always dreamed of.
• Speakers and Presenters
• Demonstrations
• Gear and Reps
• Retailers
• Food Truck s
Big show perk s, small show fees . ◀ Tickets are available on Eventbrite.c a
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Welcome Camrose & District have announced the winners of this year’s Good Neighbour Campaign. This year’s winner in the City of Camrose was Bonnie Turnbull. Bonnie was nominated by her new neighbours Rebecca and Julien Piquette. Rebecca shared that her family has only recently moved to Camrose and since then, Bonnie has gone out of her way to ensure their family feels welcomed in their new community. From bringing them baked treats to hosting a neighbourhood gathering to introduce them to the rest of the neighbourhood, Bonnie exemplifies the qualities of a good neighbour. From left, Sara Brisson from Camrose & District Family and Community Support Services, Rebecca, Julien and Bonnie.
A bonanza of roses and lilies
By Nadine Leming
It’s that time of year again when the Camrose & District Horticultural Society (CDHS) hosts their annual Rose and Lily Show and Tea.
On July 16 from 2 to 5 p.m. guests can enjoy and view some of the loveliest flowers at the Masonic Hall.
This is a pay what you will event, making it affordable for people to attend.
This highly anticipated event welcomes local entries for roses and lilies and includes beautiful floral designs, art, crafts as well as photography. Janine Carroll, president of CDHS, said, “We do expect a few
more entries (in art, crafts and photography) this year as we went and started reaching out to friends and family.”
Janine mentioned for amateur artists and crafters, this is a welcoming place for the community to appreciate your work. This
is the audience that supports creativity.
With all the rain received this year, Janine commented, “Even if there are fewer flowers, this event is worth attending. If people have a lily or two blooming in their yards, this would be a great year to show them off.”
There is always some concern around the potential of rain or hail before the show. Janine continued, “We always do our best and we will have lots of good tea, goodies, conversation and fun. With community involvement, we’ll have as many flowers as we can.”
New this year, submissions for the event will be accepted at the Masonic Hall Wednesday, July 15 between 5 and 7 p.m. There will be a second opportunity
to drop off submissions on Thursday, July 16 morning between 8:30 a.m. and 10 a.m.
Another exciting feature of this year’s show is the People’s Choice for Miniature Gardens. This class is open to youth and adults. Janine added, “This is a fun one for kids because they can make a little garden choosing any theme they would like.” Submissions need to have a live plant or flower, not artificial.
For anyone eager to showcase their blooms, art, crafts or photography, entry guides are available at local floral shops. Electronic copies are available by contacting Janine Carroll by calling her at 780-608-6243 or email camrosehortclub@ gmail.com
MINUTE BALCONY SEATS
By Nadine Leming
The Camrose Blues Festival’s second annual event at the Bailey Theatre will see the party of the summer return July 17 to 19.
The party kicks off on July 16 with a pay-whatyou-feel show featuring Rose City Rollers and local favourite Godfrey Blaque. This evening was created to celebrate the incredible local supporters and sponsors who fuel their mission.
John Person, committee chair, said, “The festival is more than just a concert, it’s a celebration of the raw, electric heart of blues music set within the stunning, acoustically perfect confines of The Bailey Theatre.”
Once again the committee has collected an award winning lineup of top tier performers. Audiences will enjoy the likes of recent Juno Award winner Steve Marriner and Brandon Isaak who is a 2026 Canadian Blues Music Award winner.
Emerging Artist Award winner Ollee
Singing the Blues
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Owens joins the lineup alongside legendary Grammy winner Donald Ray Johnson. Back again this year is a crowd favourite Samantha King from Edmonton.
John added, “For those new to blues music and its vibe, we encourage you to check out the Sunday brunch when the Edmonton Blues Hall of Fame inductee Graham Guest, along with his trio, will perform not one, but two unbelievable sets.” Blues
aficionados will also enjoy this performance.
Mike Ploner, president of the Bailey Theatre Society, said, “Sometimes it’s hard to wrap my head around how important our staff are in bringing events to our humble little theatre. They all wear multiple hats, they collaborate in a really inspiring way. It’s just a joy to see them come together for the betterment of the Bailey.”
Mike added, “Bringing some 300 music lovers to downtown Camrose, filling our theatre over a threeday period is very rewarding. It’s rewarding to see local businesses benefit from the increased traffic downtown.”
People will be coming from across the province, join the party and to dive into the roots of blues music. The atmosphere is electric and honours this timeless art form that is sure to move and inspire the audience, proving that Camrose is a destination for live music.
For more information go to www.camroseblues festival.ca
CANADA DAY GOLD SPONSORS Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster
The yearly Canada Day festivities in Camrose were made possible with the support of many local businesses and community partners. Pictured, from left, are this year’s Gold Sponsors Christine McCord, from the Canada Day Committee, on behalf of Save-On-Foods and National Congress of Chinese Canadians; Val Sims, from the Canada Day Committee, on behalf of Government of Alberta and Canadian Tire; mascot Ole Uffda and Lisa Rohr from Re/Max.
Kodiaks’ volunteer Jody Bogacki
By Nadine Leming
Jody Bogacki is a new volunteer for the Camrose Kodiaks, having completed her first season in the ticketing office. Jody first moved to Camrose a couple of years ago and was looking for ways to get to know people in the community and wanted more opportunities to put herself out there, so she reached out to the team about how to volunteer.
She works in the box office and when asked about her experience, Jody said, “I love it. I get to talk to all the people buying tickets. Sometimes I’m out on the floor doing security or covering a door, but I just love the interaction with people.”
In her short time with the Kodiaks, she realized the importance of the team. Jody talked about how she noticed players out in the community, whether they were in a grocery store, or at a local school.
Jody commented, “I think it’s nice to have that connection with the community. They seem to be more involved and hands-on in the community.” She continued, “I think that’s part of what makes Camrose still seem like a small town and the team is a part of that.”
By Nadine Leming
The opportunity to volunteer with the Kodiaks keeps her busy outside of work doing something fun. She has enjoyed watching the team and following their success.
For Jody, volunteering with the team has rewarded her with getting to know people in the community. It has been a good experience for her to see many of the same faces during the season.
Her skills in the box office gave her the chance to volunteer at the Viking Cup this past winter, allowing her to expand her circle a little more.
Jody loves the atmo sphere on a game day watching the game live. She mentioned, “I love watching these up and coming kids. I love the fans and the players are so good to all the kids.” For Jody, she enjoys being a part of things, even if it’s behind the scenes in the box office. For her, it’s about the con nections she makes.
Working with the Kodiaks has been such a positive experience in her life. She has become so passionate about the team that she would like to see more people come out to the games. Whether as a volunteer or as a hockey fan, it’s important for her to support the team.
Jody commented, “It’s an amazing opportunity to volunteer with the team.” It doesn’t require a lot of someone’s time and people don’t have to be there for every home game. She said, “As long as you love people, come out. It’s a great way to meet people.”
From Scalliwags to centre stage
Two decades ago, a diverse group of music lovers united together with a singular, ambitious goal to transform Camrose into a hub where top-tier musicians love to perform.
Led by Andrew Struthers, this group believed that Camrose deserved the same opportunities to enjoy the same live shows as others in larger cities across the country.
When Rose City Roots (RCR) began in 2006, this dream seemed ambitious as touring artists would make stops in Calgary and Edmonton, often passing by Camrose prior to the Lougheed Performing Arts Centre and renovations to the Bailey Theatre.
For the RCR, this meant winning over agencies that their clients should perform in a local pub called Scalliwags and Rum Pub (now the Marrow). The Board felt incredibly fortunate that they were able to have the agencies see the vision and were willing to collaborate with RCR and started booking shows.
It wasn’t long before Scalliwags became one of Camrose’s leading destinations for live music. Audiences would pack the room, creating a buzz amongst performers and their agencies realized that Camrose truly enjoyed live music.
Over the last 20 years, RCR has brought more than 200 artists and created more than just memories. Canadian rock band, The Sheepdogs performed two sold out shows at Scalliwags before catapulting to international fame and hit the cover of Rolling Stone.
Other successful shows included the UK’s Oysterband who attracted fans to Camrose from as far away as Vancouver and Los Angeles. Slow Leaves show recorded live at the Bailey Theatre by CKUA and broadcasted globally. Alberta favourite, Corb Lund has sold out the Bailey on two occasions.
Today, Camrose is on the map with many artists wanting to include the community as a stop on their tours, which wasn’t the case back in 2006. This came to be because of true community work.
Artistic Director Geraint Osborne said, “Rose City Roots is proud to have been part of that story, working alongside outstanding venues such as the Bailey Theatre and the Jeanne & Peter Lougheed Performing Arts Centre.”
He continued, “Our mission hasn’t changed since 2006. We still believe that people in Camrose shouldn’t have to leave their community to experience exceptional live music.” Reflecting back, Geraint commented, “Thanks to an extraordinary community of volunteers, sponsors, audiences, artists, and partners, that vision became a reality.”
As RCR looks forward to its 20th season of amazing live music with a diverse lineup including Juno Award winner William Prince.
With six shows booked and more on the horizon, Camrose will continue to enjoy entertainment that they’ve come to expect from RCR.
Jody Bogacki
CPL DONATION
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster
The Camrose Public Library recently accepted a $1,000 donation from the Family Thrift Shop. From left, Alyssa Martin, CPL executive director, and Linda Butler Dunn, Thrift Shop board of directors.
By Adan Shaikh
John Rosebrugh owns a 1982 Phillips Berlina Coupe SE. He found the neo-classic car in great condition 13 years ago and according to him it really only needed new paint but he decided to do a frame off restoration to ensure nothing slipped through the cracks.
It took him about a year and a half of extensive work but he loved watching it come together. “I took the car off the frame and took it into the welding shop and had them check it out, from there I had it powdercoated. Then I put all new brake lines on it and new gas tank, everything all the way through,” he shared.
The car was then reassembled with new components throughout. “The bodywork was probably the most difficult because to do it right, it takes a lot,” he said.
Today, the coupe is powered by a 350 Chevrolet V8 engine backed by a 700R4 automatic transmission. The vehicle mostly remains stock, with only a few modifications, preserving the character that makes the Phillips Berlina Coupe SE so distinctive.
Built on a Chevrolet
Rosebrugh’s 1982
chassis, the Phillips Berlina Coupe SE is recognized for its custom coachbuilt styling and dramatic proportions. Its sweeping front end and elongated hood give it an appearance unlike most production cars of the early 1980s, exhibiting both classic lux-
FUN FACTS
According to collector websites, Charles W. Phillips designed the car to mimic the grand style of the 1936 Mercedes-Benz 540K Special Roadster. This is what made the vehicle popular among celebrities and the elite.
John Rosebrugh’s 1982 Phillips Berlina is a rare sight
ury-inspired styling and Chevrolet performance.
That extended front end also creates a unique driving experience. From the driver’s seat to the front bumper is about 10 feet, something that might seem intimidating at first.
“Your brain adjusts to it when you drive it,” said Rosebrugh. While the restoration required countless hours of work, Rosebrugh says the payoff comes every time he takes the car out for a drive.
“I see people walking down the street and then they see the car and all of a sudden their faces just light up,” he said.
something uncommon on the road.
Now 43 years old, the Phillips Berlina Coupe
SE has accumulated just 20,334 miles with many more planned for the summer.
The 1980s neo-classic car featured a retro fibreglass body, a stretched Chevrolet Corvette chassis, and a high-end luxury price tag of $80,000 USD adjusted to today, it would cost $369,000 CAD. Are you the owner
Those reactions are a reminder that classic cars have a way of connecting people, whether they’re lifelong enthusiasts or simply appreciate seeing
I f you have a vintage ride (rebuilt or original), if you’re in the midst of a restoration, or if you’re building a “rat ” or a street rod, we’d like to hear from you. We may want to pro le your project. Likewise, if you own vintage automotive tools old diagnostic equipment or other tools or techniques of the trade, please contact us We’re eager to write and repor t on these k inds of topics
And, our readers want to see what interests you! Contact Adan Shaikh, News Editor
Phone 780.672.3142 Email adan@camrosebooster.com
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John
Phillips Berlina was one of the rarest additions to Camrose Cruisers lineup this year.
MS Bike Tour stops in Camrose
Team Renew Raging Rollers have been longtime riders and supporters of the MS Bike Tour. For them, this event is about building community while raising money for an amazing cause. Diana Nelson, spokesperson for the group, said, “When you meet people with MS and hear their story, it keeps us wanting to do this over and over.”
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Building a strong Alberta economy
By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency
Alberta doesn’t have to choose between producing energy, reducing emissions, attracting investment, and planning for the future. These past few weeks showed what happens when a province can do it all at once. From proving the strength of made-in-Alberta methane technology, to bringing global energy leaders to Calgary, to laying the groundwork for passenger rail, United Conservatives are focused on building a strong economy for generations to come.
Methane reduction is one area where Alberta is showing that results matter more than words. That’s why our government announced more than $8 million from the industryfunded Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction program for 16 new methane reduction projects, including a new online tool to help industry adopt technology faster. These projects will support everything from artificial intelligence for detecting leaks to upgrading equipment to reduce emissions in real-world operations. Since 2014, Alberta’s energy sector has cut methane emissions by more than half while increasing production – proving that innovation, partnership, and smart policy can lower emissions without weakening our energy sector. That matters to Albertans –because it means protecting good jobs, keeping our energy sector competitive, and ensuring responsible development for the long term.
The Global Energy Show brought the world to our own backyard. Calgary played host to delegates from more than 100 countries where Alberta showcased our energy, minerals, technology, and investment opportunities to global leaders. At a time of global uncertainty and energy supply challenges, Alberta used this platform to reinforce a simple message: we’re a secure, reliable, and responsible energy partner. By promoting Alberta’s resources, technologies, and expertise directly to international decision-makers, United Conservatives helped make the case for more investment, better market access, and long-term partnerships that support jobs and economic growth here at home.
Looking ahead also means thinking about how Albertans move across a growing province. Alberta’s Passenger Rail Master Plan is now complete, and our government is investing $15 million to advance the next phase of planning. The plan looks at a phased passenger rail network over 30 years, including potential high-speed regional service between Edmonton and Calgary, higher-speed service between Calgary and Banff, and airport-express and commuter rail connections in major urban regions. Initial work is already underway to explore connections between Calgary and Edmonton’s LRT systems and their international airports. This is long-term planning with real economic potential –connecting communities, supporting tourism, improving airport access, and preparing Alberta for future growth.
This is what responsible development looks like in Alberta: cleaner energy without punishing industry, international outreach that turns attention into opportunity, and forward-looking transportation planning. United Conservatives are focused on building a province that continues to produce, prosper, connect, and lead.
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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chnician in Germany
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Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster
Team Shifting Rears
one of the top fundraising teams at this year’s MS Bike Tour that happened June 27 and 28. As one of the top teams, they enjoyed some downtime and dry in a tent provided to them by the MS event organizers.
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster
Events like this can’t happen without the dedication of volunteers like these. Their passion increases the awareness of the disease while helping the event run smoothly and encourages the riders to keep going.
BRWA celebrates 20 years of stewardship
By Adan Shaikh
The Battle River Watershed Alliance (BRWA) celebrated its 20th anniversary during its annual general meeting on June 18, celebrating two decades of watershed planning, stewardship and community partnerships across the Battle River and Sounding Creek watersheds.
The meeting opened with remarks from executive director Catherine Peirce. She introduced BRWA honorary River Keeper Leonard Standingontheroad, a founding director of the alliance who will return to the board in 2026. A former chief of Montana First Nation, Standingontheroad served 12 years on council and also sits on the board of the Pigeon Lake Watershed Association while providing Indigenous leadership on BRWA’s Land and Water Committee.
“The Battle River Watershed and the Sounding Creek Watershed are the traditional meeting grounds and travelling routes for many Indigenous peoples and they have been since time immemorial. We are very grateful and appreciative of this history,” said Peirce.
Established in 2006, BRWA serves as the watershed planning and advisory council for the Battle River and Sounding Creek watersheds. It works with municipalities, Indigenous communities, landowners and other partners on watershed planning, research, stewardship and education.
Board co-chair Ryley Andersen reflected on the organization’s growth, “I have been on this board for five years now and I have seen a lot of growth and change,” he said. “I would like to thank everyone on the board. It has been a pleasure working with you, hopefully for more years to come.”
He also recognized the contributions of board members.
“We celebrate the leadership, dedication and countless volunteer hours contributed by the board members who have guided the organization,” he said.
Andersen said BRWA has grown to more than 2,000 members and has worked with more than 200 funders over the past 20 years. The organization has partnered with landowners on riparian stewardship projects covering about 650 acres, supported by $850,000 in funding that has generated an estimated $33 million annually in ecosystem services.
The alliance has also delivered watershed education programs for more than 14,000 youth over the past two decades through initiatives including Discover Your Wetland, Caring for Our Watersheds and X-Stream Science.
The board members for the 2026-27 year are: Clark Banack, director; Greg Smith, treasurer; Ahsan Rajper, director; Terry Vockeroth, director; Ryley Andersen, co-chair; Al Corbett, co-chair; Marilyn Weber, director; Leonard Standingontheroad, director; Bruce Hinkley, director; Peter Pullishy, director; Jamie Bruha, director; Murray Hampshire, director; Dale Pederson, director; Richard Waddell, director; Preston Weran, director and ex-officio members, Catherine Peirce and Melissa Orr-Langner.
Following the business meeting, stewardship co-ordinator Susanna Bruneau presented the Outstanding in Stewardship (OTIS) Awards.
This year’s recipients were Erin and Casey Murphy-Thompson of Thompson WP Farms in the agriculture category for grassland stewardship; Louis Bull Tribe in the organization category for its Climate Risk and Resilience Assessment; Anjah Howard in the individual category for Camrose County planning leadership in watershed management; and Laurie Phillips, an educator at Terrace Ridge School, in the youth category for the Future Stewards program.
The meeting concluded with a bus tour of the Wetaskiwin Water Treatment Plant, Wetaskiwin Wastewater Treatment Plant, Wetaskiwin Landfill and By the Lake Park.
Deaths
Rita Elizabeth Daley of Drayton Valley, formerly of Camrose, passed away on July 6, at 73 years of age.
Pauline Banack of Leduc, passed away on July 7, at 94 years of age.
Mildred Joan Stensrud of Ryley, passed away on July 7, at 93 years of age.
George Thiessen of Tofield, passed away on July 10, at 101 years of age.
Laurie
received the Youth OTIS Award. As an educator at Terrace Ridge School, Phillips instills the next generations with a love and respect for the ecosystem through school programming.
Anjah Howard, left, received the Individual OTIS Award for her contributions through her work with Camrose County’s Planning Leaderships for Watershed Management. Susanna Bruneau from BRWA presented the award to Howard.
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Phillips
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From left, Erin Murphy-Thompson, Susanna Bruneau and Casey MurphyThompson with his daughter received the Agriculture OTIS Award for their stewardship.
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Shaleigh Raine, left, accepted the Organization OTIS Award on behalf of Louis Bull Tribe. Bruneau presented the award.
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Prog Rock comeback
Recent months have seen a kind of multi-generational and unexpected Canadian progressive rock renaissance. In the foreground of this renaissance are the bands Rush and Angine de Poitrine. Both of these bands fall under the generic label of “progressive” or “prog” rock, referring to music that eschews traditional hard rock aesthetics and commercial exigencies – driving four-on-the-floor rhythms, regularly structured riffs, lyrics focused on sex/romance, drugs and a rock and roll lifestyle, and radio-friendly length – in favour of melodic, harmonic, rhythmic and textural complexity, greater length, multi-sectional form, and virtuosic playing.
Emerging in the late 1960s, prog rock incorporated elements from jazz, folk and classical music, seeking to elevate rock as an art form. Accessibility or popular acclaim was not the goal; instead, prog rock bands offered long-form rock music that was by turns theatrical, abstract, symphonic, technically demanding and atmospheric, with conceptual lyrics that embraced lofty themes, including technology/science fiction, existentialism, politics and spirituality.
A number of famous prog rock “super groups” emerged in the first half of the 1970s, including bands like ELP, King Crimson, Pink Floyd, Genesis and Yes. But by the middle of the decade, prog rock had already become an object of ridicule, and its excesses – crazy costumes, pretentious concept albums and esoteric lyrics, lack of emotional content, self-indulgent, audience-alienating musical complexity – would be a key catalyst for the stripped-down, back-to-basics approach of punk rock in the later ʾ70s.
Rush and Angine de Poitrine are admittedly on different ends of the prog rock spectrum. Rush, a seminal prog band formed in Toronto in the late 1960s, made some decisive and commercially motivated stylistic shifts beginning in 1980. They turned away from their prog rock roots and recorded a series of radio-friendly rock anthems that incorporated then-trendy synthesizers in their music. While some “prog” elements remain – perhaps most notable in the band’s use of irregular meter and carefully worked-out textural complexity – Rush is now arguably more of a nostalgia act. While the band pulls out an unexpected deep cut at each concert, the nightly highlights are still the big radio singles. Progress, in other words, is not really on the menu.
Angine de Poitrine is a duo from Quebec improbably combining odd, homemade paper mâché alien/monster costumes with complex, postpunk-inflected microtonal “math rock.” At first blush they seem more closely aligned to the original spirit of prog: the music is primarily instrumental and decidedly angular, employing stop and start rhythms and irregular meters, plus microtonal melodies (the guitar player’s fretboard is subdivided into smaller units than a regular guitar, giving him access to notes outside of the normal constellation of available pitches).
As a duo, Angine de Poitrine rely on the use of loops: the guitarist/bassist repeats a melodic pattern or bass line and records it digitally in real time; the pattern then plays back, or loops, and he is then free to create and layer more patterns (in different counting patterns) overtop, giving the effect of more than one person playing. The duo has very quickly evolved from an internet phenomenon to a very successful touring act.
So, what accounts for this apparent prog revival? Again, in the case of Rush, it is nostalgia: not a so much a longing for the time when music was more demanding on our attention spans, but rather for a now-legendary group to recreate live – perhaps for the last time – its most iconic songs. For Angine de Poitrine, it is a popularity driven by pure novelty, not a tacit celebration of musical progress: in the end, even the most “complex” polymetric music the duo is creating still relies on audible rock music standbys: stable tonal centres and a groove created by syncopation – the interplay of on-the-beat/off-the-beat tension.
Musically, there is nothing earth shaking – or progressive –happening, in either case. But both groups provide the opportunity for audiences to experience and enjoy something bombastic and silly. Surely, the rock music landscape can use a bit of this now and again.
Mobile Clinic returns to Camrose
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The Screen Test program will be in Camrose in July and August to provide screening mammograms to eligible individuals aged 45 to 74.
A mobile mammography trailer will be at the Camrose Recreation Centre, located at 441256 Street, from July 31 to August 5.
Screening is available at no cost for eligible individuals, but appointments are required. Call 1-800-667-0604 to book an appointment or learn more about the program.
A mammogram is an X-ray of the breast. Screening mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early when treatment may work better. Getting screened for breast cancer saves lives.
More information about breast cancer screening and who is eligible can be found by visiting https://screeningforlife.ca/breast/getscreened/#who_should_ get_screened.
Visit https://screeningforlife.ca/breast/screentest-mobile-clinics/ for more information and a complete listing of communities that the Screen Test mobile visits.
Screen Test is improving access to cancer screening for thousands of individuals in Alberta communities where mammograms are not readily available.
In addition to mobile mammography clinics, screening can also be performed at specific radiology clinics and some hospitals. Individuals aged 45 to 74 can discuss their breast cancer risk with their healthcare providers to determine whether screening is appropriate for them and book with a radiology clinic or with Screen Test mobile mammography.
Care is a lifelong commitment for Primary Care Alberta. They plan, fund and support primary healthcare across the province, improving access to care providers and offering front-line services through Health Link 811 and public health teams. Throughout the health journey, PCA is by the patient’s side –managing, preventing and reducing illness. Along with their partners, they nurture the connections their communities need to thrive and strengthen the health of all Albertans.
Mildred Joan Stensrud
Mildred Joan Stensrud passed away peacefully at the Royal Alexandra Hospital, Edmonton, on July 7, 2026, at the age of 93.
Mildred was born on a farm north of Ryley on February 11, 1933, to Mary and Jorgen Davick. She married Walter Stensrud on March 2, 1951, and together they raised their three children Garry, Lola and Dale on their farm. She took an active role on the farm until they moved into Ryley in 1984.
Mildred was a proud and respected member of the Royal Canadian Legion Ryley Branch 192 for many decades. She valued the friendships she made through the Legion and enjoyed giving back to her community.
Mildred was also a devoted member of Bethel Lutheran Church where her faith was an important part of her life. She cherished her church family and found great joy in worship, fellowship and serving alongside them. She will be deeply missed.
Mildred is survived by her daughter Lola Pepper (Ron), her son Dale Stensrud (Colleen), her daughter-in-law Dianne Stensrud, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-greatgrandchildren, a great-great-great-grandchild and treasured friends. She is predeceased by her husband Walter, her son Garry and her son-in-law Donald Wagner.
A funeral service was held on Monday, July 13, 2026, at Ryley Community Centre, and interment took place at Ryley Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the Huntington Society of Canada or the charity of choice.
In loving memory of Linda Kovlaske-Moisley who passed away on July 12, 2021
Five years have passed since my dear Linda went away, How well I remember that sad and weary day.
To hear your voice and see you smile, To sit with you and talk awhile, To be together in the same old way
Would be my greatest wish today.
My heart still aches with sadness and tears still flow, What it meant to lose you, no one will ever know.
My thoughts are always with you,
The empty spot in my heart no one else can ever fill.
In life I loved you dearly, in death I always will.
Love does not end simply because you are gone.
– Your loving husband Frank
Alexander Carpenter, Music, University of Alberta’s Augustana Campus
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July 13, 1931 ~ July 7, 2026
Pauline Banack of Leduc, Alberta, passed away on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at the age of 94 years.
Left to cherish her memory are her children Tom Banack, Wayne (Veronica) Banack, Jackie (Harvey) Hartman and Darin (Karen) Banack; son-in-law
Bob Neilson; grandchildren Jennifer, Cory, Taylor, Shea, Tess, Jade, Kevin, Tammy, Greg, Ryan and Christina; and great-grandchildren Logan, James, Hollie, Lizzie, Luke, Aria, Asher, Dane, Nora, Lena, Julian, Ella, Carter, Ariebella, Payton and Abby.
Pauline was predeceased by her husband Ludick; daughter Rose Marie Neilson; brothers Bill, George and Paul; and sister Loretta.
If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Pauline’s memory may be made to the MS Society of Canada.
To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com
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In loving memory of Ellen Graham who passed away on July 18, 1994
Softly the leaves of memory fall, Gently we gather and treasure them all. Unseen, unheard, she is always near, Still loved and missed and very dear.
Remembered and sadly missed by your loving family
Rita Elizabeth Daley
May 22, 1953 ~ July 6, 2026
Rita Elizabeth Daley of Drayton Valley, Alberta, formerly of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the age of 73 years.
Left to cherish her memory are her siblings Lea Anne Redekopp, Jerry (Laurie) Daley, Colleen Daley (Brian Grams), Jackie (Randy) Lindberg and Dan Daley; sister-in-law Wendy Daley; numerous nieces and nephews; special friends Paul (Margaret) Burns and family; and her dog Rosie.
Rita was predeceased by her parents Frank and Florence Daley; brother Mike Daley; and brother-in-law George Redekopp.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at the Drayton Memorial Celebration Centre, 5029-48 Street, Drayton Valley, Alberta, officiated by Rev. Doug Kellough.
To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com
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“Dedicated service since 1906”
The family of the late Eduard Maier would like to thank all who sent flowers, cards of condolences and donations in Dad’s memory. To all who attended the service and lunch, we thank you for sharing the many memories and how Dad touched so many lives. Thanks to Father Kris and Bart Orr from Burgar Funeral Homes for the help and guidance at a most difficult time. We would also like to thank the ladies of the CWL for the lovely lunch. Thank you.
– The Maier Family
Pauline Banack
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Battle River Power Coop, Together for Tomorrow
By Adan Shaikh
Battle River Power Coop (BRPC) members gathered June 25 for the cooperative’s annual general meeting, where directors reviewed the past year, outlined future priorities and elected the board for the coming year.
Board chair Malcolm Barr reflected on a year marked by rising costs, increasing regulatory requirements and changes across Alberta’s electricity sector, while emphasizing the cooperative’s commitment to serving rural members.
“For more than 77 years, our cooperative has been shaped by members who believe in working together to solve challenges locally and build something that serves their communities,” said Barr.
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Among the year’s key developments was the creation of the Power Co-ops of Alberta, a partnership between the province’s six selfoperating rural electrification associations.
Barr said the partnership strengthens the organizations’ collective voice and improves advocacy for rural Albertans as decisions affecting the electricity sector continue to evolve.
Barr also acknowledged the challenges many members experienced during the rollout of the cooperative’s new billing system. The transition was required after the previous software was no longer supported, but he said improving the member experience remains a priority.
Looking ahead, the cooperative is preparing to introduce Advanced Metering Infrastructure through the installation of smart meters. Barr said the investment will modernize the electrical system, support
regulatory requirements and help ensure the cooperative remains reliable and prepared for future demands.
“Throughout this, one thing remains consistent, our responsibility to act in the best interest of our members. That means keeping affordability, operating efficiently and making decisions that can provide longterm value,” he said.
Chief executive officer Bill Klassen echoed the cooperative’s member-focused approach during his annual report.
“As members of this cooperative, seeing so many of you here embody our theme, ‘Together for Tomorrow’ is a strong reminder of what makes this cooperative work. BRPC is not just a system we operate, it is the people behind it,” said Klassen.
Klassen also highlighted the work of
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The yearly Canada Day festivities in Camrose were made possible with the support of many local businesses and community partners. Pictured above, from left, this year’s Silver Sponsors: Alyssa Martin from the Camrose Public Library; Val Sims from the Canada Day Committee, on behalf of CJ Sign Shop and MNW Accounting & Tax; Kassidy Baumie from Vision Credit Union; Jennifer Kohlman from Vision Credit Union; Samuel Bowen from Camrose Home Directory; mascot Ole Uffda; Chris Karnitsky from Safeway; and Sachin Lappakkaran Babu from Wild Rose Co-op.
Frontier Energy, the cooperative’s retail energy provider.
“Over the past year, one of the ways we have delivered value is through our retail energy efficiency, Frontier Energy. For members who are enrolled with Frontier, we reduce the energy rate more than one cent per kilowatt,” he said.
Following the reports, members heard from six board nominees before elections were held.
The 2025-26 board includes Malcolm Barr as chair, Kaitlyn Brown as vice-chair, Dan Aster, Darcy Doblanko and Arnold Hansen as executives, along with directors Todd Befus, Tim Coates, Patrick Hilgartner, Kevin Mathieu, James Mathews, Don Moman, Terry Pederson, Darren Rasmuson, David Thomas and John Winnick.
The meeting concluded with the presentation of five student scholarships.
Board director Terry Pederson said the selection process extends beyond academic achievement. Each student receives $1,500 to go towards their post-secondary education.
“We do have a criteria for those that are applying for our scholarships, that when they bring their academic numbers to us and when they bring their resumés and their recommendations from their teachers, we look at the scholarships different than most other scholarships out there. We value community involvement and we value need,” said Pederson.
This year’s scholarship recipients were Chloe Yadlos, Laura Nordhagen, Dalee Fenton, Amber McKay and Hailey Peterson.
CWSS SUPPORTED BY KINGMAN
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Camrose Women’s Shelter Society received the generous donation of $3,683 from Sharolyn Pedersen of Kingman. Pedersen, along with Kingman community members, raised the funds for the Camrose Women’s Shelter. Pedersen, left, presented the cheque to NoraLee Rear, executive director of Camrose Women’s Shelter. The funds were raised from the Ladies’ Night Out Consignment Clothing Sale, when the community gathers to raise funds for the Shelter through the sale, 50/50 tickets, silent auction and community donations.
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From left, scholarship recipients, Amber McKay, Dalee Fenton, Hailey Peterson and board member of BRPC Terry Pederson. Missing from the photo are recipients Laura Nordhagen and Chloe Yadlos.
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ROOMS FOR RENT in the Scotney and Jacqueline character homes. Both are 2.5 blocks from university in Camrose. Clean, quiet and bright. Rent is $495 - $600 monthly plus DD and includes WiFi, utilities, recycle pick-up, yard care and snow removal. Partially furnished w/ shared laundry. (Some rooms are fully furnished for international students.) This is an affordable, quality accommodation that fills quickly. (Some rooms still available.) No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Reduced rate over the summer for students. Please call Dave P., 780678-6163.
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. $2263.04/mo., triple net. Clean, dry storage space in basement also available. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-672-3142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.
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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. $1263.78/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.
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GENEROUS SECOND FLOOR OFFICE – Main
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GAS STOVE – white GE, 5 burners. Very clean, works great. $150. 780-608-5032.
FUTON – grey and black, wood frame, spring mattress, 3” memory foam. Like new, $250. Elran recliner/chesterfield with matching rocker/recliner, $75. Dresser chest of drawers, $50. 780-679-0122.
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SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142.
FARM-RELATED
GRAIN BINS – five 2000 bushel bins on cement floor. Evenings 780-672-3755.
MISCELLANEOUS
FIREWOOD – 3+ pickup loads, mostly poplar. $300 for all three. ALL 3 MUST GO! 10 minutes north of Camrose. 780608-5032.
PFAFF SERGER – Hobbylock, like new. 780-608-1783, cell 587-322-0755.
DANIEL SMITH PRINT –‘Shrouded Forest’ 24”x36”, new. $40. 780-781-5936.
SEA CAPTAIN – 20” yard ornament, $90. Picture at 780781-5936.
BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS
2005 CEDAR CREEK –37RDQS fifth wheel in very good condition. Went from dealership to golf course and then towed to another golf course. Now on lot at an RV dealership. Please text or call 780-679-9249.
2010 CHAPARRAL LITE – 5th wheel. Nice condition. 780678-4024.
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.
ATVs
250 RED QUAD – like new. $4000. 780-608-3111 or 780608-3344.
AUTO MISCELLANEOUS
REESE FIFTH WHEEL HITCH – 1500K Pro Series. $1,000. 780-672-8389.
FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER
Tenders for the pu rchase of 4 adjacent pa rcels of reclaimed fa rm la nd in Flagstaff County as described below are invited. La nds will be sold subj ect to all existing rest rictions, reservations and non-fina ncia l obligations st ated on title.
The la nds are located approximately 6 miles sout h and 3 miles west of Fo restbu rg, Alberta.
LI NC: 0014 570 89 0
TH E NORT H EAST QUARTER OF SE CT ION THIRTY ON E (31)
TOWNSH IP FORTY (4 0)
RA NGE FIFTEEN (15)
WEST OF TH E FOURTH MERI DI AN
CONTAINI NG 64.7 HECTAR ES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS
EXCEPTING THER EOUT:
.4 05 HECTAR E (1.0 0 ACRE) MORE OR LESS
AS SHOW N ON ROAD PLAN 149 M.C.
EXCEPTING THER EOUT ALL MINES AN D MINERALS
LI NC: 0014 570 882
TH E NORT H WEST QUARTER OF SE CT ION THIRTY ON E (31)
TOWNSH IP FORTY (4 0)
RA NGE FIFTEEN (15)
WEST OF TH E FOURTH MERI DI AN
CONTAINI NG 64.7 HECTAR ES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS
EXCEPTING THER EOUT:
.4 05 HECTAR E (1.0 0 ACRE) MORE OR LESS
AS SHOW N ON ROAD PLAN 149 M.C.
EXCEPTING THER EOUT ALL MINES AN D MINERALS
LI NC: 0014 570 908
TH E SOUT H EAST QUARTER OF SE CT ION THIRTY ON E (31)
TOWNSH IP FORTY (4 0)
RA NGE FIFTEEN (15)
WEST OF TH E FOURTH MERI DI AN
CONTAINI NG 64.7 HECTAR ES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS
EXCEPTING THER EOUT: ALL TH AT PORT ION REQU IR ED FOR RESERVOI R AS SHOW N
OU TLIN ED IN RED ON FI LED PLAN 6049 H.W., CONTAINI NG FOURT EEN AN D SI
TWO HUNDREDT HS (14.62) ACRES MORE OR LESS
EXCEPTING THER EOUT ALL MINES AN D MINERALS
LI NC: 0023 545 488
MERI DI AN 4 RA NGE 15 TOWNSH IP 40
SECT ION 31
ALL TH AT PORT ION OF TH E SOUT H WEST QUARTER
WH ICH LI ES TO TH E NORT H EAST OF TH E RESERVOI R AS SHOW N
OU TLIN ED RED ON RIGH T OF WAY PLAN 6049HW
CONTAINI NG 26.345 HECTAR ES (65.11 ACRES) MORE OR LESS
EXCEPTING THER EOUT ALL MINES AN D MINERALS
AN D TH E RIGH T TO WORK TH E SA ME
There are no buildings or bi ns on any of the la nds.
The N. E. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 has approximately 145 cultivated acres with the rest being wasteland/slough
The N.W. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 has approximately 10 0 cultivated acres with the rest being slough and past ure.
The S. E. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 has approximately 80 cultivated acres and 65 acres of fenced past ure.
The S.W. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 has approximately 65 acres of past ure with a corral lo cated on the NE corner
There cu rrently are an nual compensation payments from At co for transm ission towers as follows:
- S. E. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 is $625.0 0 and S. E. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 and S.W. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 is $3,312.0 0
- N. E. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 is $1,725.0 0
- N.W. ¼ 31-4 0-15-W4 is $1,242.0 0
There are adjacent le ases of past ure la nd of approximately 80.693 acres as follows:
Alberta Power (2000) Ltd. S. E. 31 has 16.01 acres; SW 31 has 8. 56 acres; NE of 30 has 5. 39 acres. Also, the North ½ of 29 -4 0-15 W4, owned by Alberta Power, has 35.53 acres. The total leased area with Alberta Power (2000) Ltd. is 65.49 acres at the rate $8.0 0 per acre
Flagstaff County
Road Plan 882-2820 lease agreement dated October 24, 20 07, with Flagstaff County and Alberta Power (2000) Ltd. approximately 7.403 acres past ure.
Pr ivate Lease Ag reement with adjacent owner – approximately 7.8 acres of past ure located in the SW corner of SW-32- 40 -15-W4 La nd is fenced in with existing past ure. All past ure leases have been paid in full for 2026 by the Vendor and there will be no adjust ment for the lease payments All Atco an nual compensation payments received by the Vendor before closing will not be adjusted All futu re Atco an nual compensation payments will go to the Pu rchaser.
The vendor ma kes no representation as to whet her any or all of the aforementioned lease payments will continue
All cropla nd is currently seeded to wheat. There are 22 pairs and 1 bull cu rrently on the past ure la nd Vendor prefers to sell as a package but will entertain offers on individual pa rcels.
Tenders are to be subm itted in sealed envelopes ma rked “HI LLMA N Tender”, to Scot t Fa rn ha m at Fa rn ha m West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Ba rr isters and Solicitors, 5016 - 52nd St reet, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1V7, on or before 12:0 0 noon, JU LY 29, 2026, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a certif ied cheque or ba nk draft payable to Fa rn ha m West St olee 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 tenderers will be returned to them by regula r mail
The successf ul tenderer will be obligated to complete the pu rchase on or before SEPT EM BER 3, 2026
The 5% deposit shall constitute a deposit towa rds the pu rchase price. La nd ta xes will be adjusted on closing date If the successf ul tenderer fa ils to complete the transaction by the closing date, the deposit will be forfeited.
Access to all la nd will be granted im mediately after removal of crop and cattle or on November 1, 2026, at the latest
Vendor ma kes no wa rranties or representations about the proper ty’s si ze, condition or envi ronmental state.
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 Ka mb eitz LLP. For fu
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS
Submitted by Laura Young
The Battle River Community Foundation awarded a $3,000 grant to the Camrose Loyal Order of the Moose #563.
Barry Phillips, president of the Camrose Loyal Order of the Moose #563, states, “We would like to thank the Battle River Community Foundation for their continued support of our community spaghetti supper. By providing us with grants over the past four years, the BRCF has helped to provide over 25,000 meals for those in need in our community.”
In September of 2022, the Loyal Order of the Moose #563 began serving spaghetti suppers with the intention of providing a free meal for those dealing with food insecurity. The Moose regularly serve between 120 and 150 people per meal. They are assisted in this by a number of volunteers and community groups, including Camrose Academy of Dance, the Kodiaks and the Vikings.
Beginning in September 2026, the Moose will only be serving their spaghetti supper once a month, on the third Wednesday, as opposed to every week.
The grant for the Loyal Order of the Moose #563 is funded by the Shane and Shauna Ashton Fund, the
Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd.
Camrose Division is Hiring!
Posit ion: Yard Super visor
Key Responsibilit ies:
• Asset Management & Intake: Oversee the check-in process for all incoming consignments (Farm Equipment, Vehicles, RVs, Miscellaneous).
• Yard Organizat ion & Staging: Strategically plan yard layouts to maximize space and optimize the fl ow for preview days and load-outs. Ensure assets are lined up neatly and safely.
• Load-Out Coordinat ion: Oversee the safe loading and unloading of transpor t trucks and assist winning bidders with asset retrieval post-auction.
• Experience: Ability to comfor tably operate a forklif t or basic machiner y. Familiarity with farm equipment is a strong asset
How to Apply: Call or stop in our office at 3719-42 Ave., Camrose, AB 780-672-2434
Blain Fowler, Camrose Booster
Neil Lunty, Treasurer with BRCF Board, presents the cheque to Bonnie Cooke, member and president of the Spaghetti Supper, and Barry Phillips, president, with volunteers from the Leadership group of St. Carlo Acutis Catholic High School, Camrose, behind.
Dennis and Doris Ofrim Fund, the Beverly (Pearson) Penner and Don W. Penner
Fund, and the Battle River Community Foundation Community Fund.
Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week Move-in ready country home
By Adan Shaikh
This 12-acre property welcomes you to a private oasis surrounded by mature trees – a home designed with families in mind. On the outside, the home features a yard with planted cherry, apple, plum, saskatoon and black currant trees, along with established asparagus and rhubarb patches. The land includes mixed and alfalfa pastures enclosed with a four-wire electric fence, offering options for those looking to have animals on their farm.
Inside the updated 1,405 square-foot home, large windows bring in natural light throughout the main floor. The open kitchen, dining and great living room area provides views to the south.
The three-level home includes four bedrooms and two bathrooms, with a family room, office space and sunroom-style
I feel like all I need is a six-month vacation twice a year
I' ve convinced myself that having a trip booked encourages you to work , therefore travelling is actually a source of income rather than an expense
My wife can' t decide what to have for dinner, but she can plan a trip anywhere in the world in less than an hour
This year, I'm going somewhere really expensive on my summer vacation – the gas station. I think my love language is Acts of Vacation
Our holiday is booked. Now it's time for my wife to plan 19 new outfits for a week-long holiday while I only take two pairs of swimming trunks and two t-shir ts that I' ve had since the '90s
Me getting dressed on a normal day: [puts on the same pair of jeans for the fifth day in a row]
Me packing for vacation: "I don' t think I have room for this fedora – I may need to take another suitcase."
My husband and I are leaving for a romantic getaway just as if we didn' t almost get divorced while packing the car
Sometimes I see how many vacations other people take and I wonder if I'm bad with money or if the y are.
Husbands going to find co ee for their wives on vacation is equivalent to them leaving the cave , killing a wild animal and dragging it home to feed the family.
Ever y family has one person who planned, packed and prepared for the vacation and at least one person asking if anyone packed them any extra under wear
I never have breakfast at home, but when I'm on vacation I go out for breakfast ever y day. It's like,
"Yes, I'd like the Starving Lumberjack Gutbuster Platter with a double side of bacon, please!"
You know you're a parent when going to the grocery store by yourself feels like a vacation and going on a family vacation feels like work.
Why do parents stop taking you on holidays after a cer tain age? I need a two -week all-inclusive holiday more now than I did when I was nine
Me at home: [tired and over whelmed]
Me on vacation: [20,000 steps a day, four hours of sleep ever y night and thriving]
Donnelle Millang Wally Wrubleski
alcove on the lower level. A sheltered stamped concrete patio extends the living space outside for enjoying a nice warm day.
The property also includes a quad garage set up with a double garage and an additional recreation space complete with a pool table and wood fireplace. Additional outbuildings include a storage shed, barn with a box stall, metal livestock shelter and a round pen. A dugout supplies water to multiple livestock waterers serving eight separate paddocks. The property is also equipped with solar panels to offset energy costs.
Located approximately four miles from Camrose at 46275 Range Road 211, is listed at $849,000. For more information or to arrange a viewing, contact Donnelle or Wally at:
Central Agencies Realty 4870-51 Street, Camrose 780-672-4495 or Donnelle: 780-983-6636 Wally: 780-781-7323
My wife has been on vacation and she's coming home today. I haven' t cleaned anything or done any of the dishes just so she'll see I just can' t live without her I'm so romantic like that.
Can we please have a moment of silence for the 12 unworn outfits returning home with me yet again?
Being afraid to check your bank balance after a vacation as an adult is the equivalent of being afraid to check your grades as a teenager in high school
Hotel rooms : "Here are two bath towels, three hand towels and one washcloth. Hope you and your family of six enjoy your stay."
Hotel rooms : "Here are 17 pillows on the bed. None of them are comfor table."
People who unpack their suitcases and use the dresser in their hotel rooms have a level of responsibilit y that I will never achieve.
No one cares if you take an apple or yogur t from the hotel breakfast , but if you star t filling your ice bucket with bacon and eggs it suddenly becomes an issue
You get the same side of the bed at a hotel as you get at home. Those are the rules.
Wife : " We have to make the bed before we leave."
Husband : " We're at a hotel – they literally pay someone to make the bed for us."
Wife : "Bu t if we don't , they' ll judge us for being messy!"
