The paper created EXCLUSIVELY for farm families and rural residents of east central Alberta 12 PAGES | NOVEMBER 10, 2026
Randy Roth, conductor of the train, (left) and Matt Enright, general manager of Battle River Railway, are ready to hit the tracks for some Christmas fun!
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hristmas shopping gets a little more magical this November 14 as Friends of Battle River Railway takes visitors to Rosalind for the Jolly Jingles Holiday Market. The train departs Forestburg at 10 a.m., stops in Heisler at 10:30 a.m., and arrives in Rosalind at 11:30 a.m. Visitors can browse local vendors at the Rosalind Community Hall from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and grab a bite with lunch concessions provided by the Rosalind Fire Association. While shoppers explore the market, short local train rides will also be available, with the first departing at noon. The return train leaves Rosalind at 4 p.m. The train rides from this event support the Rosalind Ag Society's Self-Help Shelf, adding to the season of giving, so everyone can have a merry Christmas. For more information about the event, email friendsbattleriverrail@gmail.com
INSIDE
NEWS
A variety of merchandise, auctions, services and more!
County Council update . . . . . . . . . 2
Win a colour photo of your farm!
Build it and they will come . . . . . . . 5
See page 10
Where the poppies blow . . . . . . . . 4
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INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND
The following farmland is hereby offered for sale by tender, as set out in this invitation, subject to the restrictions, reservations and nonfinancial obligations in the existing Certificates of Title: PARCEL 1: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 17 TOWNSHIP 44 SECTION 14 QUARTER NORTH WEST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS PARCEL 2: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 17 TOWNSHIP 45 SECTION 8 QUARTER SOUTH EAST EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME AREA: 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS
Tenders will be entertained for one or more parcels. Tenders will not be opened in public.
Conditional tenders will not be accepted.
The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all tenders. Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “LOHNER TENDER”, to Andreassen Borth. Tenders shall include the tenderer’s GST number, which parcel(s) is/are being bid on, and shall be accompanied by a cheque made payable to “Andreassen Borth” for 3% of tender price and must be delivered before 12:00 noon on November 20, 2026, to Andreassen Borth, Barristers and Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1S1, Attention: Kirk Laird. The tender price does not include GST; the successful tenderer must pay GST to the Vendor based on the entire purchase price or provide GST number and GST Indemnity on or before the closing date.
On a completed sale, taxes and surface lease payments will be adjusted as of noon on the closing date. The Vendor currently receives surface lease payments for Parcel 1. The Vendor makes no representation as to whether such payments shall continue. Please contact the Vendor for more information about these surface lease payments.
On a completed sale, the balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before January 22, 2027. Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. Deposits received from unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by mail. For further information about the land, please call Jeffrey Lohner at 780-968-6678 or 780-910-1097. For questions regarding the tender process, please call Kirk Laird at Andreassen Borth at 780-672-3181.
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BRRG brings free workshop to farmers By Adan Shaikh
Farm work comes with risks that extend beyond the physical demands of the job. Long hours, unpredictable conditions, financial pressures and isolation can also take a toll on the mental health of those working in agriculture. The Battle River Research Group (BRRG) is bringing those issues together for a free Farm Safety and Mental Health workshop on November 24 at the Days Inn and Conference Center by Wyndham Camrose Norsemen. Beginning at 10 a.m., the workshop will feature sessions on farm safety, occupational health and safety requirements, and mental health support in rural communities. Kaia Fossheim will lead the farm safety portion, covering hazard prevention and what producers need to know about Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) regulations and working with contractors. Justin Anderson will lead a Talk Ask Listen session focused on mental health, encouraging participants to better understand the challenges people face and how they can support one another. Kabir Makan, extension co-ordinator with the BRRG, said the workshop is intended for anyone involved in agriculture, including crop and cattle producers and others working in the industry. “Farmers face a unique set of pressures, including unpredictable weather and financial uncertainty or long hours and the demands of running an operation. These challenges can make it difficult to recognize when someone is struggling or know how to start a conversation. We want people to leave with practical knowledge they can take back to their farms, as well as a better understanding of how to look out for themselves and the people around them,” said Makan. The workshop will provide an opportunity for agricultural producers to learn about workplace safety while also opening up conversations about an issue that can be difficult to discuss in rural communities. The event will also include time for networking and lunch. For more information and registration visit www.battleriver research.com/events
County Council update By Nadine Leming
Prior to the Camrose Council regular meeting on October 27, Council held its annual Organizational meeting. This time is set aside to confirm leadership and appoint councillors to various boards and committees for the next year. Councillor Cindy Reeve was elected by her fellow councillors for the position of Reeve for her seventh year. Teresa Gratrix, County CAO, shared her report stating administration progressed on the budget and coordinated community feedback sessions. In addition, there was a review of the fire agreement with the City of Camrose and notified Fortis of the local access fee change. There was an open house hosted in Ferintosh regarding the local improvement plan for rehabilitating the lagoon and answered residents’ questions. Gratrix also participated in a resolution focus group hosted by the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA). She also took part in the Alberta Rural Municipal Administrators’ Association (ARMAA) meeting that covered updates from RMA and provincial Municipal Affairs. Council approved a request for a $3,000 sponsorship from the Camrose Sport Development Society. Camrose will play host to Slovakia and Finland as they prepare for the 2027 International Ice Hockey Federation World Junior Hockey Championship. Council also approved an amendment to the Seed Plant Policy increasing the acceptable Fusarium graminearum level brought in for cleaning of cereal grain from one percent to five percent. The revised policy gives access for a larger number of local producers to the County’s seed cleaning services. Council discussed and approved the 2027 Parkland Regional Library budget from $84,954.96 to $93,969.20. This works out to an increase of 10.6 percent and includes capital costs for the first time. Council reviewed several of the proposed resolutions leading into the RMA Convention that was held from November 2 to 6. The discussion focused on issues that were relevant to Camrose County and assisted Council members prepare for advocacy on rural priorities. Gratrix reported to Council that there was a request from the City of Camrose to participate with a funding contribution for the Water Security Risk Assessment of the Battle River watershed and the Preliminary Design Project for the proposed City waterline. Council declined to participate after a thorough discussion, Council concluded there wasn’t enough information to make an informed decision on the benefits to Camrose County and its residents. Gratrix also raised concerns about the potential competition for provincial grant funding with the Ferintosh lagoon. The next regular meeting for Camrose County is on November 10 at 9 a.m.
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Permits help ensure safe burning practices and give firefighters information about planned burns. If a fire is reported, that information can help determine whether it’s a controlled burn and potentially avoid an unnecessary emergency response. Permits are free, and campfires and burning barrels are exempt. The goal is safer burning and better coordination, not preventing people from burning. This change was brought forward through the Fire Services Bylaw review process, and discussions between County Administration and local Fire Departments, with a focus on being proactive rather than reactive.
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Where the poppies blow
Hiring based on merit By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Jodie Bogstie, administrative assistant for Camrose County Ag Services, put together a moving display of Remembrance at the County’s Ag Services building. Located at 4238-37 Street in Camrose, the display includes a collection of information in the memory of veterans related to the County’s Ag team. Jodie’s own great-grandfather John Walters, enlisted in Camrose on March 16, 1916, and served as part of the 50th Battalion. He came home and received the Wound Stripe and spent three months in hospital before making it back to his family. Unfortunately, her other great-grandfather Frank Manning did not return and was killed in action in April of 1916. Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Roy Stinson Kelly was related to Camrose resident Kim Kelly. Also on display is a memorial for Ken MacDonald, who was related to manager of ag services Kevin MacDonald. The display comes together each year with the help and contributions of all team members, their families and the Camrose and District Branch of the Alberta Genealogical Society, who help families find information about their relatives. This was the third year Jodie spearheaded the project to remember those who put their lives on the line to defend the freedom Canadians enjoy today.
Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Walls are filled with poppies coloured by family members of the team, as well as crafts made by them. On November 11, several Remembrance Day Ceremonies will take place around the County, including the CRE in Camrose at 10:45 a.m., Hay Lakes Recreation Centre at 10 a.m., and at the Kingman Cemetery, if the weather permits. If it is colder than -12 C° the ceremony will be held at the Kingman Community Hall at 10:45 a.m. A service in Round Hill will take place at 10:45 a.m. at the Emil Bosmans Memorial Garden, weather permitting, or at the Round Hill Community Centre.
Albertans deserve fair rules, more consumer choice, and reliable services, and United Conservatives are delivering that. Our government is removing diversity, equity, and inclusion mandates for public-sector hiring, introducing stronger consumer protections for Albertans, expanding school capacity, and preparing hospitals for increased demand this winter. United Conservatives are taking steps to ensure hiring and promotion decisions are based on merit – not diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. That’s because Albertans deserve confidence that job opportunities are earned through skills and achievement alone. The proposed legislation would require public institutions, including municipalities and postsecondary institutions, to prioritize merits alone in hiring and promotion, and focus on accountability and serving Albertans, not meeting quotas. The legislation would also strengthen protections against intimate deepfakes, including AI-generated images, videos, and audio shared without consent. This kind of abuse can seriously damage someone’s privacy, reputation, and well-being. Those responsible could face fines of up to $10,000, up to two years in jail, or both. We’ve introduced common-sense consumer protection legislation to give Albertans more choice, more transparency, and give people more confidence when making purchases. That includes right-to-repair measures that would give farmers, car owners, and consumers better access to the tools and information needed to repair what they own. That means more options and fewer costly delays, especially for farmers who depend on their equipment during seeding and harvest. This legislation would also introduce lemon laws for defective vehicles, crack down on credit fraud, make ticket prices more transparent, and create a dedicated board to help resolve property disputes. United Conservatives are also expanding school capacity for Alberta families while establishing clearer expectations for schools. Our government is investing $25.8 million in six independent school projects in Calgary, Edmonton, and central Alberta, creating more than 3,500 new student spaces. These projects will support faith-based education and create additional classroom spaces for students with disabilities and complex learning needs. At the same time, new school flag regulations will require schools to fly the Canadian and Alberta flags outside their buildings beginning January 4, 2027. These flags are symbols that unite us and reflect the values we share, while keeping the focus in schools on where it belongs: student learning and success. Flu season is upon us and our government is helping hospitals prepare for increased demand so Albertans can receive care sooner. Alberta now has a record number of acute care spaces, with more than 9,000 beds available to help meet demand and reduce wait times. Doctors will also begin assessing patients directly in busy emergency department waiting rooms, helping start tests and treatment sooner. Alberta now has a record 14,661 registered physicians, an increase of 1,244 over the past year. We’re also helping patients who no longer need hospital care return home or move into continuing care, freeing more beds for those who need urgent care. From strengthening public institutions and protecting consumers to expanding school capacity and improving health care, United Conservatives are taking action on the issues that matter most to Albertans. Together, we’re building a stronger province and creating opportunities for future generations to succeed and prosper. Contact my office if you require my assistance. A reminder that I am a commissioner of oaths and a notary public and provide the service free for constituents. 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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REDUCE THE RISK, HARVEST THE VALUE M. Roy Carter, K.C., Alle M. Carter, Lawyers, Farmers CLH Law/CLHbid.com
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o one understands the relationship between risk and reward better than farmers and ranchers. Every year, farmers accept a degree of market pricing uncertainty in exchange for a potential upside. After all, farmers fought to get rid of the Canadian Wheat Board because they wanted the freedom to market their own grain rather than accept what was often an average price with no opportunity for more. Yet, when it comes to selling what is often their most valuable asset (their land), some would have you believe that knowing the price in advance somehow eliminates risk. Does it? Or does it simply provide a false sense of security? There are generally four ways to sell farmland, each with varying degrees of risk, uncertainty and opportunity.
1. Listing with a Realtor Unlike houses in town, farmland is anything but generic. Setting a listing price is an educated guess. List too high and the land may sit for months or years. List too low and you risk leaving considerable value on the table. A listing can give the Seller a false sense of security because they get to set the asking price. In reality, however, the Seller often Two years of hands much of the control to knowing the the Buyer; right down to the asking price price, timing and terms of the provided no offer. Those offers frequently come with conditions and certainty as to outs for the Buyer, leaving when the land the Seller with little certainty would sell or that the deal will ever close. what it was And what happens if the land really worth. doesn’t sell? The sign sits there, the listing gets stale and eventually, the price starts coming down. Buyers aren’t necessarily convinced by a listing price either. They know it’s an educated guess and may assume the land is overpriced. Rather than risk paying too much, they wait for a price reduction. Once it drops, they may wait for it to drop again. What started as an asking price can quickly become a downward spiral. We’ve seen firsthand where land had been listed with realtors for over Knowing your two years without receiving asking price is a single offer. When the not the same as land was eventually sold knowing your through CLHbid, it brought considerably more than the selling price. previous listing price. There is also the risk of selling only part of the farm, with no certainty about when or if the balance will sell. Offering an entire farm as one listing can eliminate smaller Buyers who may be prepared to pay a premium for individual quarters. For both Buyers and Sellers, a listing can create considerable uncertainty. 2. Selling by Auction An unreserved auction carries its own risks. When the hammer falls, the sale is final, regardless of whether the price meets the Seller’s expectations. Depending on the auction company and sale, marketing may be concentrated regionally, and a farm family’s lifetime sale may be intermingled with hundreds or thousands of unrelated items being sold on the same day. There is also the question of how the land is offered. If a Buyer must be successful on every parcel to acquire the entire farm, many will simply stay away rather than risk ending up with only part of what they wanted. Nobody wants to be left holding one rubber boot.
3. Selling Over the Kitchen Table Selling privately to a neighbour, tenant or family member can provide certainty in the price. However, at what cost? Without exposing the land to a broad range of Buyers, how do you know someone else wouldn’t have paid considerably more? Particularly when certain quarters may carry a premium for neighbouring landowners or other interested parties. There is also the matter of relationships. A kitchen-table sale will likely end with several neighbours, tenants, friends or family members feeling slighted because they were never given an opportunity to purchase. Our experience has been that if someone is prepared to sit at your kitchen table with their cheque book, they’ll likely be there on sale day when everyone has the same opportunity. And if they aren’t prepared to compete with anyone else, perhaps that’s worth considering too. We’ve had Sellers come to us with standing offers on their land. In one instance, the Seller chose to expose the land to the market through CLHbid instead. The final selling price was considerably higher than the standing offer and more than twice the starting bid. The Seller also avoided having to choose between neighbours. That’s the trouble with accepting a number across the kitchen table; you’ll never know what someone else may have paid. 4. CLHbid’s Unique Tender Process After more than fifty years of dealing with farmland transactions through our law firm, we’ve seen firsthand where traditional selling methods can fall short. CLHbid.com was developed specifically for farm and ranch land; combining the certainty Sellers want with the opportunity to discover what Buyers are actually prepared to pay. We believe the Seller should control the terms of the sale. At CLHbid, the Offer to Purchase is established before bidding begins, with unconditional offers and a predetermined sale date. Whether a Seller needs a particular closing date, enough time to plan around tax consequences or even the right to remain in the farmhouse, we can tailor the terms to their circumstances. Our Starting Bids establish where bidding begins without limiting what Buyers may ultimately be prepared to pay. We also recognize that different Buyers see different value in the same land. A neighbour may be prepared to pay considerably more for the quarter adjoining his own farm, while another Buyer may want the entire operation. If the farm is offered only as one parcel, you may lose the neighbour. Sell it quarter by quarter, and you risk losing the Buyer who wants it all. Our unique En Bloc feature allows us to accommodate both, with Buyers interested in the entire assemblage required to participate in the initial bidding to qualify. We’ve seen how properly parceling land can attract Buyers who otherwise wouldn’t have participated, all while reducing the risk of leaving the Seller with only part of the farm sold. Unlike a conventional sealed tender, our escalating tender process allows Buyers to see competing bids in real time and increase their offers if they choose. Their identities remain confidential so neighbours, tenants and family members can compete without knowing who is bidding against whom. We’ve seen firsthand how this can preserve relationships while allowing the market to determine the price. Of course, true market value only works if all potential Buyers know the land is for sale. We invest heavily in marketing each property; from
Build it and they will come By Nadine Leming
The Kingman Recreation Association (KRA) is raising $150,000 to construct a concrete base for the Rink of Dreams. The KRA have strategic enhancements to elevate the outdoor rink as a community asset. Having a concrete base will make building ice in the winter easier for crews as well as cut down on upkeep and water use to create a flexible, year-round gathering space for the community to enjoy.
The Association has been busy securing the funds for this project by applying for grants and fundraising with a goal to have the work completed in the spring or summer of 2027. Camrose County has approved $37,900 by way of the Legacy Grant initiative for the Rink of Dreams project. Camrose County is happy to support this project.
professional videography and digital advertising to targeted mailouts, agricultural publications, large signage and our established Buyer database. We look well beyond the immediate neighbourhood because the person prepared to pay the most may be someone who has never farmed in the area. Nobody wants to hear after the sale, “I wish I’d known you were selling. I would have paid more than that.” The Right Tool for the Job We often say that if someone tells you exactly what your farmland is worth, you should stop listening. The underlying value of your land is influenced by many factors long before you ever decide to sell. What matters is how effectively you bring that value to the surface. Think of a mature field of peas ready for harvest; you know there is a valuable crop standing there, but you won’t know the exact yield until it’s in the bin. Would you hire a custom operator Uncertainty in who uses the same harvester the final price for potatoes, sugar beets and does not mean peas, then claims to know uncertainty in the process. your exact yield and quality before starting, yet can’t even guarantee they’ll get the crop off this year? Or would you hire someone with a specialized, innovative pea harvester who won’t pretend to know the exact yield in advance, but has the equipment and expertise to get it harvested in one day, before quality is diminished, all while ensuring nothing valuable goes out the back end? Selling farmland is no different. At CLHbid.com, we don’t control what the market is prepared to pay. What we can do is work to enhance the final value through proper parceling, extensive marketing, transparent bidding and qualified tax planning. All backed by a proven track record with both Sellers and Buyers. So Where Is the Greatest Risk? The goal should not be to eliminate uncertainty at any cost, but to manage risk while preserving the opportunity for greater value. Knowing At CLHbid.com, the price in advance we know the and maximizing the greatest risk may value of your land not be an uncertain are two very different final price, but things. At CLHbid.com, accepting a lower we reduce the risk one simply to know without sacrificing the the number in advance. opportunity for reward. Before deciding how to sell your farm or ranch, have a conversation with our team at CLHbid.com. We love to talk farmland and we work farm hours.
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Real Estate Auctions Various Locations
Sales Start November 13th & Close November 17th, 2026 UNRESERVED - THE OLSON & LAYDEN FAMILY - INNISFAIL, AB Selling the NE 16-35-28 W4M - Being 140 Acres M/L Joining the Town of Innisfail on the East Side of Hwy #2 Prime QE2 Corridor Location | Mountain Views | Future Development Potential 140.11 ACRES. PRIME LOCATION. BIG POSSIBILITIES. A RARE opportunity to purchase 140.11 acres of prime agricultural land in an exceptional location on the east side of Innisfail! Situated directly adjacent to the Town of Innisfail, just east of the QE2 Highway and between the two highway overpasses serving Innisfail and surrounding communities, this property offers outstanding location, accessibility, and long-term investment potential. Currently productive cropland, this impressive parcel features scenic mountain views, great building sites, and well-drained land - an ideal setting for a future country residence, farmyard, or shop, with convenient paved road access. Location is everything, and this property delivers! Just two minutes from Innisfail, with excellent north-south access along the QE2 corridor, the land is strategically positioned near town amenities and major transportation routes. Currently designated Agricultural and identified within the Agricultural/Rural zone of the 2021 Town of Innisfail & Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP), the property presents an opportunity for buyers to explore its long-term potential for future rezoning or development, subject to regulations. Whether you're looking to expand your agricultural holdings, secure a strategic land investment, or explore future possibilities in a growing Central Alberta location, this is an opportunity worth your attention.
Real Estate Transactions are being Handled by Sandi Craig of Realty Executives Alberta Elite (403) 358-8203 & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556 Unreserved - Diane Sharkey (Estate - Agnes Rempel) - Breton, AB (3 Lots)
Selling the SW 5-48-3 W5M Being 160 Acres M/L, Located Just 3.4 Kms East of Breton on Hwy 616 Selling the NW 3-47-4 W5M - Being 157.9 Acres M/L, Located Just North West of Winfield Selling Lot 2, Blk 1, Plan 8221308 - Being 1.2 Acres M/L, Located in Modest Creek Estates
Unreserved - Grazing Lease - Loran Andrichuk - Rich Lake, AB
Selling UNRESERVED - Grazing Lease GRL 37848 - rated at 136 AUM's. Lease Expiry Date: August 31, 2035 For More Information, Please Contact Loran At (780) 623-1008
Real Estate Transactions are being Handled by Morrison Realty - Kim Hughes (403) 704-3141 & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556
Real Estate Transactions are being Handled By Alberta Realty - Alisa Gassner (780) 672-2434 and Ty Wilson (780) 781-7144
Unreserved - Howard & Elaine Burch - Rimbey, AB
Real Estate Auction - Holden, AB
Looking for a little more space, privacy and country living without being far from town? This nicely set-up 3.95-acre parcel, located just minutes west of Rimbey, offers plenty of room to enjoy the rural lifestyle and make it your own. Directions: West of Rimbey on Highway 53 to Range Road 3-5. Turn north and travel approximately 1 km. Property is on the west side of the road. Blue Sign: 425066 Rge Rd 35
Real Estate Transactions are being Handled by Sandi Craig of Realty Executives Alberta Elite (403) 358-8203 & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556
Excellent Starter or Retirement Home in the Village of Holden Selling a 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Partially Furnished Home. Landscaped Yard with Single Car Natural Gas Heated Garage & 40' Seacan Municipal Address: 5235 - 50 Avenue Legal Description: Plan 4558HW; Block D; Lot 12 Real Estate Transactions are being Handled By Alberta Realty - Ty Wilson (780) 781-7144 and & Allen Olson (403) 783-0556
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2026 CAMROSE WINTER CONSIGNMENT AUCTION SALE Sale Starts November 13th & Closes November 17th, 2026 Including a Dispersal for the Estate of Richard Kirby of Drumheller, AB
CATTLE HANDLING EQUIPMENT Leon 425 Silver Spreader T/A Manure Spreader Haybuster 2650 Bale Buster N/U 20'x12' Livestock Sheds HUGE Selection of N/U Stand Up Panels, Windboard Panels, 10' to 12' Gates, 7' to 16' Panels, Single & Double Bale Feeders, Alleyways & Loading Chutes Assortment of Square Bales & Oats
2 - N/U Agrotk YC32G Saw Mills 2 - N/U Agrotk YC-26G Saw Mills N/U TMG 61” Stone Buriers N/U TMG 70” 3 pth Rototiller N/U TMG 28” Offset Rotary Tiller BUILDINGS
N/U 40' Seacans 20' Seacans N/U 50'x30'x17' Storage Shed N/U TMG 26'x40' Garage Shed N/U TMG 20'x30'Carports CONSTRUCTION N/U TMG 10'x16' Carports N/U 8'x10' Metal Sheds JLG 33RTS Scissor Lift N/U 8'x20' Green Houses Skyjack 4625 Scissor Lift N/U 25'x25' Green Houses Mayville 2034HT Scissor Lift N/U 30'x50' Green Houses Genie AWP-25S Manlift N/U 20'x40' Storage Container Magnum MLT200 20 KW Light Tower Multiquip Whiteman WBH16 Power Buggy N/U 40'x40' Storage Container N/U 20'x40' Party Tent N/U AGT YSRT14 Tracked Skid Steers N/U 10'x20' Chicken Runs N/U Future 36C Skid Steers Assortment of Port-A-Potties & N/U N/U Future FT380 Skid Steers Washrooms N/U SDA-140T Tracked Skid Steers Assort. Of N/U Driveway & Bi-Parting N/U CFG Industrial KKT27 Tracked Gates Skid Steers Plus An Assortment of N/U Skid Steer TRUCKS & TRAILERS Trenchers, Augers & Bits, Brush Cutters, Mini Excavator Attachments, Disc Mulcher, Pile Hammer, Pallet Forks, Root 2005 Volvo VNL T/A Hi-Way Truck 2024 Ford F550 XL Super Duty 4x4 Crew Rake, Skeleton, Smooth, Snow & Tooth Cab Service Truck Buckets 2009 Ford F450 Super Duty 2wd Ext. Cab Flat Deck Truck EQUIPMENT 1979 IHC F2575 T/A Gravel Truck 1952 Mercury M5 S/A Dually Grain Truck 2019 JD 560M Rd Baler w/ Net & Twine N/U Future FWQ80 5th Wheel Wrecher JD 568 Rd Baler w/ Twine Only N/U Future Mini Truck Trailer Vermeer 605SM RDF Baler 52' Low Boy Tridem Semi Trailer Vermeer R23 Twin Rake 2009 Royal XR-Sled 22' T/A Enclosed MF 1105 2wd Tractor Bucket Trailer 1948 IHC Mccormick Deering Standard 2016 Look 12' S/A V Nosed Enclosed W4 Tractor Trailer Oliver Super 88 2wd Tractor 2011 TNT 12' S/A Enclosed Trailer Oliver 2wd Tractor 1996 Trail Tech 20' T/A Utility Trailer 2 - N/U AGT STSD10 70” No Till Seed Drill PASSENGER VEHICLES Farm King 10' Transfer Auger Unused MT Industrial Soil Screen 2015 Dodge Ram 1500 4wd Crew Cab VIS Robotic Aluminum Wheel Polishing Truck Unit Spectrum Powder Coating Machiner/Spray 2012 Dodge Ram 1500 Crew Cab 4wd Truck Booth/Baking Oven
2008 Dodge Ram 2500 Quad Cab 4wd Truck 2021 Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab 4wd Truck 2019 Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab Truck 2018 Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab 4wd Truck 2009 Ford F450 Super Duty Ext Cab 2wd Truck 2004 Ford Explorer Sport Trac XLT Crew Cab Truck 1960 Ford Econoline F100 Truck 2012 Ford Escape XLT SUV 2017 GMC Sierra Z71 Crew Cab 4wd Truck 2015 GMC Sierra Crew Cab 4wd Truck 2015 Chev Silverado Lt 4x4 Crew Cab Truck 2012 Honda Ridgeline Touring 4wd Crew Cab Truck 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe Awd SUV 2009 IHC 46 Passenger School Bus RECREATIONAL, LAWN & GARDEN 2019 Cruiser Radiance 30' T/A Travel Trailer 1995 Golfstream Spartan Tourmaster 39' Motorhome New/Unused Future 6 Seater Golf Carts 2026 Segway 600 EPS UT6 S/S ATV 2 - 2021 Can Am Defender XT HD10 S/S ATVs 2018 Can Am Defender XT HD10 S/S ATV Honda Foreman Rubicon TRX500FA Quad Polaris RMK 900 Snowmobile Polaris RMK 700 Snowmobile JD X384 Riding Lawn Mower N/U Future Lawn Mower PLUS SELLING OVER 1000 LOTS OF MISCELLANEOUS Online Bidding Fees Apply - 4% up to a Maximum of $800.00 per Item Listings are Subject to Additions and Deletions All items must be consigned by November 10th, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. to be included in this sale.
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Custom Farmin h c s t e o g Mitchel Kroetsch Kr
SERVICES AVAILABLE
• Manure Spreading • Tub Grinding • Combining • Trucking • Trenching
Francois’share:
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• Swathing • Baling • Field Work • Seeding • Silaging
• Corn Planting • Cattle Feeding and more RR4, Lacombe, AB T4L 2N4 mitchel@southshoreltd.com Kroetsch Custom Farming
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This is Francois. In 2025, he got $14,325, which he put back into the family business: Allard Logging Ltd. They haven’t logged in decades, but they kept the name for the family farm. Francois says he spent the first half of his life cutting trees and the second half planting them – over 125,000 native trees on the farm so far. He believes in giving back to the land that has given him so much – it’s reciprocity. Sort of like banking somewhere that returns a share of the profits. What’s your share?
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PROJECT
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Darren
• Chopping • Trucking • Bagging 14’ bags! • Swathing BOOK NOW! “Any size job welcome, big or small.”
Hank 403.783.1270 • Darren 403.704.0843
38 Years of Keeping Heavy Duty Trucks & Tractors Safely on the Road, or in the Field. • OEM and aftermarket parts at competitive pricing • Highly experienced in-shop techs • Hunter wheel alignment system
MURRY’S TRUCK PARTS LOCATORS Lot 238, 47017 Hwy 21• 780-678-2128 • murrystruckparts.ca
TRAUTMAN RE-ELECTED AS REEVE Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster At the October 27 Organizational Meeting, Reeve Cindy Trautman, left, was re-elected by her fellow councillors by acclamation for 2026-27. CAO for the Camrose County Teresa Gratrix administered the oath. Trautman was elected Reeve for the seventh year. She has served on the County Council since 2017, and as Reeve since 2019.
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You could win a photograph of your farm! If this is your farm,
The farm appearing in this photograph is located in the Camrose trading area. If you recognize it as yours, come to the Camrose Booster, 4925-48 Street, Camrose. You will be presented with a free 8” x 10” colour enlargement of the photo.
This week’s prize must be claimed by December 8, 2026
THIS WEEK’S MYSTERY FARM IS SPONSORED BY: ON QUALIFYING WHIRLPOOL® OR MAYTAG® MAJOR KITCHEN APPLIANCES
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KITCHEN APPLIANCES
When purchasing appliances at our store, you will receive a 2nd year warranty absolutely FREE! 5000-51 Ave., Camrose 780-672-8759 Toll Free 1-877-672-8759 *See store for details.
“We Sell for Less Than Big City Stores”
INSURANCE
Camrose Insurance Financial Solutions Ltd. MICHAEL KELEMEN 5704-48 Ave., Camrose | 780-672-9251 | Fax 780-672-7080
BUILDING MATERIALS
Camrose Home Hardware Building Centre 6809-48 Avenue, Camrose ~ Phone 780-672-8818
BRWA youth programs open for registration By Adan Shaikh
Students across the Battle River and Sounding Creek watersheds can take their learning outdoors through free environmental education programs offered by the Battle River Watershed Alliance (BRWA). Registration is now open for fall 2026 and spring 2027, with limited spaces remaining for spring. BRWA staff lead the science-based field trips at no cost to participating schools. Homeschool groups are also eligible to apply. Programs are available for students in different grade levels and include: Waste in Our Watershed Tour (Grade 4):
Students visit local wastewater treatment facilities, water treatment plants, recycling depots and landfills to learn how communities manage waste and water. Weather Watchers in Watershed (Grade 5):
Students explore weather, climate and environmental conditions while learning how weather affects local ecosystems. Habitat Tour (Grade 6):
Big Knife Provincial Park – a hands-on exploration of the park’s microhabitats and the plants and wildlife they support. X-Stream Science (Grades 7 to 12):
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Students develop ideas to improve their local watershed, with prizes of up to $1,000 available. Yellow Fish Road:
Students learn how storm drains connect to local waterways before helping raise awareness by painting yellow fish symbols near storm drains.
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Half-day field trips introduce students to wetland ecosystems, water quality, plants, wildlife and conservation. Schools interested in participating can find program information and registration details at www.battleriverwatershed. ca/youth-programs/
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INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND
The following farmland is hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to the restrictions, reservations
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and non-financial obligations in the existing Certificates of Title:
PARCEL 1: NE-36-43-16-W4 (note: 2 titles) Title 1A): MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 16 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 36 QUARTER NORTH EAST CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: THE EASTERLY 1320 FEET IN PERPENDICULAR WIDTH THROUGHOUT OF THE NORTH EAST QUARTER, CONTAINING 80 ACRES MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS
Title 1B): MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 16 TOWNSHIP 43 SECTION 36 THE EASTERLY 1320 FEET IN PERPENDICULAR WIDTH THROUGHOUT OF THE NORTH EAST QUARTER CONTAINING 32.4 HECTARES (80 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS
PARCEL 2: SW-6-44-15-4 (Note: 2 titles) Title 2A): MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 15 TOWNSHIP 44 SECTION 6 THE WEST HALF OF THE SOUTH WEST QUARTER CONTAINING 32.4 HECTARES (80 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS Title 2B): MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 15 TOWNSHIP 44 SECTION 6 THE EAST HALF OF THE SOUTH WEST QUARTER CONTAINING 32.4 HECTARES (80 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS
Tenders will be entertained for one or more parcels. (Note: owner will not entertain offers for the individual 80 acre titles; Offerors for parcel 1 must buy titles 1A and 1B; Offerors for parcel 2 must buy titles 2A and 2B). Tenders will not be opened in public. Conditional tenders will not be accepted.
The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted. The owner reserves the right to reject any and all tenders. Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “KUZIAK TENDER”, to Andreassen Borth, with the tenderer’s GST number, which parcel is being bid on, and accompanied by a cheque or bank draft made payable to “Andreassen Borth In Trust” for 5% of tender price and must be delivered before 12:00 noon on December 1, 2026, to Andreassen Borth, Barristers and Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S1, Attention: Jessica R. J. Andreassen.
The tender price does not include GST; the successful tenderer must pay GST to the Vendor based on the entire purchase price or provide GST number and GST Indemnity on or before the closing date.
The taxes will be adjusted as of noon on the closing date. The successful tenderer will be responsible for the cost of their title insurance.
The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Andreassen Borth on or before December 16, 2026, for parcel 1 (titles 1A and 1B); and on or before January 7, 2027, for parcel 2 (titles 2A and 2B). Tenders are irrevocable and shall remain open until dealt with by the offices of Andreassen Borth. If a successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. Deposits received from unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them by mail.
For further information about the land, please call Mark Kuziak at 403-609-1082. For questions regarding the tender process, call Jessica Andreassen at Andreassen Borth 780-672-3181.
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FARM SAFETY & MENTAL HEALTH
Justin Anderson
Kaia Fossheim
Justin Anderson was born and raised on a mixed farm in Central Alberta. He holds a Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, a background that shaped his leadership style and his commitment to building healthy, sustainable groups and rural communities. Passionate about mental health in agricultural settings, Justin advocates for greater awareness, support, and resources for those living and working in rural areas. Kaia Fossheim is a qualified health and safety professional with years of experience helping organizations understand and manage health and safety. Known for making complex topics easy to understand and apply, she combines technical expertise with real-world practicality. Raised on a farm or west-central Alberta and still involved in the operation today, Kaia is dedicated to helping Alberta's agricultural community navigate safety challenges and build stronger, safer farms. In this presentation, Kaia will cover beyond basic safety: what every farmer needs to know about OHS and contractors. Justin will be giving presentation on Talk Ask Listen. NOVEMBER 24 10:00 AM LUNCH PROVIDED DAYS INN AND CONFERENCE CENTRE BY WYNDHAM CAMROSE NORSEMEN (6505-48 AVENUE IN CAMROSE, AB) Register online at www.battleriverresearch.com or call at 780-582-7308
A Day of Remembrance
Honouring those who gave their lives
With deep respect and great gratitude, we solemnly remember all those who have fought for our country.
Rick Wilson, MLA MASKWACIS-WETASKIWIN
Constituency Office: 5019-50 Street, Wetaskiwin, AB T9A 1K1 Phone 780.360.8003 Maskwacis.Wetaskiwin@assembly.ab.ca
LEGION HANDS OUT DONATIONS
Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster The Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion gave donations to several university students to assist in their education. Julie Schapansky, left, accepted a $1,000 donation on behalf of her daughter Natalie Schapansky from Legion president Tim Forberg.
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