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November 3, 2026

Give joy

When most children go shopping, they look for something they want. Nine-year-old Addi Davis has something else on her mind: finding items to fill Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. Addi has packed more than 30 shoeboxes this year and her enthusiasm shows no signs of slowing down. She keeps an ongoing collection box at home, gathering items throughout the year. She has even spotted potential shoebox treasures in birthday party favours, made bracelets with her sister and crocheted items to include in the boxes. Safe to say she is all in! Her passion is helping bring a little extra joy to those in need. Each box represents the kindness of someone who wants another child, somewhere in the world, to have a brighter Christmas.

To pick up a shoebox to fill, look for signs at various businesses and churches around Camrose and area, or fill a box online at samaritanspurse.ca

INSIDE Who Can I Count On? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Out and About . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 to 15 On the Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 to 19 Obituaries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 and 23 Classifieds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 to 30 Central Agencies Realty Inc. . . 31 and 32

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NEWS FEATURES Reflections by Bonnie Hutchinson . . . . . 4 Just Sayin' . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Homespun by Laurel Nadon . . . . . . . . . . 10 Battle River Big Band supports CFB Wainwright . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Minister Amery visits Camrose to announce funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Neighbor Aid plans to expand . . . . . . . . . 28

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On October 21, 100+ Women Who Care Camrose held their first meeting to hear from three local non-profit organizations. After each organization presented how the money would impact their organization, the women voted for the organization of their choice. A total of $12,450 went to the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) that will help with their programming that isn’t currently funded. In addition to CMHA’s presentation, the Kingman Recreation Association and the Bethany Foundation also presented their organizations for consideration. Cherilyn Sharkey from 100+ Women

Who Care said, “Every nomination helps shine a light on the people and groups making Camrose and Area a better place to live.” The goal of the organization was to gather 100 women who cared about their community, however the number exceeded that with 151 members including individual, youth and 12 team. Each team receives one vote with a total of 95 votes at the first meeting. The next meeting of 100+ Women Who Care will be February 27. The group is currently looking for a venue that will host that meeting. For more information, email 100womencamrose@gmail.com

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“No time” and mental meandering You know how you go online for a piece of information and something attracts your attention? That reminds you of something else. Then you flip to social media. In “no time” (when you lose touch with the passage of time) an hour has disappeared. On the way to this column, I had one of those experiences. It started with a short article: “Internal Hard Drive: What’s lost when we forget to remember.” The article suggested that we use smart phones as an “external hard drive” for our memory. We rely on smart phones to remember everything from phone numbers to appointments to people’s birthdays. The article said, “Our reliance on portable technology has led some to argue that we’re losing our grasp of memory on a larger scale. That could lose our hold on the foundations of knowledge.” *** Before writing was invented, the ability to memorize was crucial. Indigenous people had oral traditions to preserve tribal knowledge. In ancient Greece, memorizing was the basis of education. Scholars were expected to recite Homer’s epic poems. Memorizing wasn’t just about pulling facts. It was a source for creating new ideas. When the Greek alphabet was created, scholars worried that reading and writing would cheapen knowledge. They’d become a method not for remembering but for forgetting. They’d create the illusion of knowledge. *** Fast forward. In the 1960s, Canadian Marshall McLuhan (“the medium is the message”) wrote about how tools and technology can numb parts of ourselves. Example: When calculators first came out, they were a great convenience. But some people were concerned – accurately, as it turned out. They worried that if we depended too much on calculators without understanding mathematics, we’d not only lose our ability to do math, we’d no longer be able to tell when a calculator’s answer didn’t make sense. Nicholas Carr is author of The Shallows: What the Internet is Doing to Our Brains. He says, “Our ability to remember things seems to be reduced when we’re gathering information through our phones and Google and off the web… We have all this artificial memory that we can tap into. We’re less likely to form our own personal memories. That numbs the memory faculty inside our minds.” Carr says our biological memories are rich with connections and associations. Computer memory just stores random bits of information. *** That idea reminded me of a quote from Nobel prizewinning scientist Albert Einstein. He said something about not cluttering up our minds with things we can look up. I Googled to see if I could find the original quote. In “no time” I’d meandered through interesting tidbits about Einstein. The downside was this. A couple of hours had evaporated and the column wasn’t started! In the spirit of sharing (or possibly causing you too to be distracted), here’s the quote I was looking for. In response to not knowing the speed of sound, Einstein said this: “[I do not] carry such information in my mind since it is readily available in books.” Three other Einstein quotes I appreciated: “Not everything that can be counted counts, and not everything that counts can be counted.” “Education is not the learning of facts, it’s rather the training of the mind to think.” “Everybody is a genius. But if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” My take: Like fire, technology is a good servant and bad master. *** 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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THE FINE PRINT: We welcome letters that are of public interest, are fact based and represent logical attempts to make a constructive contribution to public discourse. We reserve the right to edit letters for clarity, legality, good taste and to fit available space. Letters that contain personal attacks or abuse and insults will be edited or rejected entirely. Letters to third parties are not accepted. Please limit your letters to 400 words and sign with your first name, initial, surname, address and phone number; only the name of the writer and city or town will be published. The views expressed in the letters are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of The Camrose Booster. We thank you for your interest in this feature and encourage your comments. Response to referendum

I really enjoyed reading the letter which George Shostak took the time to write responding to my latest letter. I have checked my facts. I do respect your opinion. I was a little harsh for saying that if you do not like it here to move to the United States. George, I do apologize for my harsh statement. The real fact is that no province or territory can very easily leave confederation. If that was the case, Quebec would have left a long time ago. I do thank you for bringing this to my attention. So let us agree to disagree and move on to more important issues such as getting rid of or replacing the 1867 Indian Act. Any thoughts? Lorne Vanderwoude, Camrose Music program at Augustana

We are writing as the Board of the Coronation Music Festival to express our great dismay and disappointment to Dean Parkins and the Board of Governors at the U of A Augustana Campus, regarding the proposed closure of the Bachelor of Music degree program. We heard of this proposed plan recently, and would like to add our voices to the growing list of Albertans expressing our displeasure at this proposed decision. We are a part of the Alberta Music Festival Association (AMFA), serving the towns and counties of Coronation, Castor,

Stettler, Alliance, Veteran, Consort and surrounding areas. We encourage and foster music, speech and dance, and have been actively doing this since 1962. This makes us one of the longest standing members of AMFA. Yes, that is nearly 65 years of countless volunteer hours spent encouraging students in all forms of the fine arts. We are proud to say that through our grass roots encouragement and support, we have several students who have gone through the Bachelor of Music program at both the U of A Edmonton and Augustana Campuses. Each of these graduates have gone on to pursue careers in music through teaching (even on your current music faculty), performing, entertaining and community involvement. The lives of hundreds of school children have been enriched by their contributions. Check into our schools, community-based activities, churches and seniors’ lodges to see the impact of their work. It is making a huge difference to the quality of life in central Alberta and far beyond. We are very discouraged to think that although we give young entry level artists the performance opportunities and encouragement they need, the door will be closed to them at Augustana if they choose to make the Bachelor of Music degree a career choice. We found out about this situation because one

of our local students was at a school trades show, and seeing that Augustana was a participant, ran up to your booth to get more information on the Music program. He was told it would not be available to apply to. Is this a foregone conclusion or are you actually listening to the wants and needs of students in this area? The proposed move (although it seems you have taken it a step further) to remove this study opportunity takes away some of the joy and humanity the world so desperately needs right now. We believe in the power of music. We also believe that with persistence you could find a workable solution to continuing the program. We believe our youth deserve better. Brenda Brigley, Coronation Spatial separation

I find it interesting that plans were submitted, building permits were issued, and yet it is the homeowners’ responsibility to make corrections to comply with building codes. Had owners been advised at the time that their plans encroached and didn’t meet building code specifications … then they wouldn’t have built and would have made corrections to their plans. Why is it the owners’ responsibility to make the correction when this was an oversight of the City? We trusted our building plans were acceptable when our building permits were issued. Audrey Gaudet, Camrose

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Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster

St. Patrick School raised over $5,000 in support of the Terry Fox Run. Teachers told students that for every $500 raised, a teacher would get slimed, and that was a great incentive to raise the money. On October 29, there were about 10 people who were slimed including teachers, school division superintendent, church leaders and a Camrose Kodiaks player. The students enjoyed watching their teacher Mr. Doll get slimed.

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Camrose Association For Community Living (CAFCL) hosted their annual auction on October 22. This year’s theme “This is Me” celebrated the people behind the masks, for who they are beneath the every day roles. The evening began with Bart Orr, president of the board for CAFCL, welcoming the guests to the masquerade ball. Orr thanked the sponsors and guests for their ongoing support by sharing the impact their generosity creates in the community. Marianne Collinge was invited to the stage to share her story with the guests. She shared what it means to her to be herself and to be able to go after her dreams and goals without any limitations. “When I look in the mirror, I don’t just see my reflection. I see who I am. I am Marianne. I am strong, I am determined, and I am an athlete,” said Collinge, who was also featured on this year’s signature photo. Marianne shared how she defines herself by her strengths, goals and accomplishments rather than the limitations others might see. To her, “This Is Me” is a celebration of her confidence, growth and identity as an athlete. A video made especially for the evening was shared by the organizers, highlighting families and community members supported by CAFCL. The video opened with everyone

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster The Sweeterie donated a beautiful cake and a 360° photo booth, to complement the masquerade theme of the evening. Guests were dressed to the nines with creative masks.

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster President of the CAFCL board Bart Orr was the emcee for the evening. He welcomed the guests by thanking them for their support and sharing the difference it makes for the families they serve.

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in their masks, taking turns taking the masks off, and sharing who they are behind them. The evening included a wonderful selection of auction items for guests to take home. CAFCL also announced the official kick-off to their FundA-Need campaign, with funds raised going towards the purchase of a large, accessible van which will enable the organization to provide accessible transportation for their clients and families. The campaign will run over the next year until funds are raised. “For many of us, getting to places is something we don’t really have to think about. For me, it can mean being included and being left behind,” said Kelsey Winterhalt, who joined Christa Wark, public relations and fund development manager, on stage to share the impact the van will make. Overall, the event was a huge success with CAFCL surpassing their fundraising goal of $100,000 by 46 percent. Currently, CAFCL serves approximately 584 to 600 individuals and families combined (spanning youth, adults, children, and families) throughout Camrose and East Central Alberta. To donate to the Fund-A-Need Campaign visit https://cafcl2026 charityauction.auctria.events/ and for more information on the work CAFCL is doing in the region, visit cafcl.ca

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The Camrose and area community has supported the Christmas Cheer initiative for many years. They are asking for your support again this year. As the snow has arrived, work has started on Merry Christmas Hampers and Silent Santa gifts for those in need in our community. Groceries are ordered from the Wild Rose Co-op food store for volunteers to pack over 300 Merry Christmas Hampers for delivery to singles and families in the Camrose area. The Neighbor Aid Centre is stocking up to prepare Christmas Hampers meeting dietary needs. Camrose Kinettes are gathering toys, games, and other goods to provide Silent Santa gifts to over 500 children. Merry Christmas Hampers, dietary hampers, and Silent Santa gifts will all be delivered by volunteers on Saturday, December 19. The Camrose Merry Christmas Fund, a registered charity, pays for the groceries in the Merry Christmas Hampers and appreciates the staff at Wild Rose Co-op for their diligence in managing pricing to keep the hampers affordable. The fundraising target for 2026 is $50,000. Donations can be made at Camrose Royal Bank or the Camrose Firehall. E-transfer donations can be made to MCHampers@ telus.net. Online donations can be made to charitable sites such as CanadaHelps. org/en/ or ATBCares.com. All donors will receive a charitable donation tax receipt in January. The Camrose Food Bank, a registered charity and a program of Camrose Neighbor Aid Centre, accepts donations on site and at the charitable sites above. Also, watch for prepackaged donations and product donation boxes when grocery shopping. The Neighbor Aid Center, located at 452454 Street, is accepting in-person registrations for the Merry Christmas Hampers and Silent Santa gifts during regular opening hours. Cash donations for this program can be e-transferred to donationnbaid@gmail.com When shopping, community members can watch for Silent Santa donation boxes. Follow the Camrose Kinettes Facebook page for ways to donate to the Silent Santa program. For more information about Christmas Cheer, email Morris at MCHampers@telus.net

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Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster The Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion handed out donation cheques on September 14. Thomas Osborne, left, welcomed a $3,000 donation on behalf of CDFCSS from Legion President Tim Forberg. The money will go towards programming.

Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster The Camrose branch of the Royal Canadian Legion gave donations to several university students to assist in their education. Kayla Vogel, left, received a $1,000 cheque from Legion President Tim Forberg to go towards her schooling.

CFB and Referendum By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency

Albertans continue to mourn the loss of four Canadian Armed Forces members, Sergeant Morgan Wong, Private Shaun Farrell, Private Aidan Goulding, and Private Hayden Lykkemark, who lost their lives during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright on Oct. 17. Our hearts are with their families, loved ones, fellow service members, and the many affected by this painful loss. We also continue to keep the 39 injured members and their families in our thoughts. Alongside these difficult days for so many Albertans, voters made an important decision about our future in the Oct. 19 referendum. Albertans have spoken clearly: they want Alberta’s future to remain within a strong and united Canada. At the same time, they want a greater say in the decisions that affect their communities, livelihoods, and future. United Conservatives respect that democratic decision and will continue standing up for Alberta’s constitutional rights while pursuing a fair deal within Confederation. United Conservatives are delivering results by defending Alberta’s economic interests, advancing projects like the Pacific Link pipeline, and attracting new investment that creates good-paying jobs and supports economic growth. After years of federal policies that held Alberta back, there is growing recognition across Canada that Alberta’s energy, agriculture, and natural resources are essential to the country’s prosperity. Now is the time to come together and build on Alberta’s momentum. Regardless of how Albertans voted, we all share a desire for a prosperous, free, and successful province. As the 2026 harvest season nears its end, most Alberta farmers have their crops in the bin despite challenging weather conditions. Rain, frost, and snow have delayed work in some areas, but crop yields are estimated to be above average, particularly in central and southern Alberta. Soil moisture and pasture conditions are also encouraging as farmers prepare for winter. Agriculture remains a cornerstone of Alberta’s economy, and our farmers play an essential role in putting food on Albertan’s tables and on tables around the world. Their hard work keeps our communities strong and ensures Alberta remains a global leader in food production. United Conservatives have introduced clearer guidance to help students receive the support they need to succeed in school. The new Student Support Policy Framework will help teachers and school boards identify students’ learning, behavioural, and mental health needs earlier. It will also determine what support is appropriate for each student. The framework reinforces the important role of parents in making decisions about their children’s education and encourages schools to assess whether the support provided is working. The framework lays the groundwork for updating provincial student support standards that have been in place for more than 20 years, while allowing schools to respond to individual student needs. Our government is also investing more than $6 million to improve security at 10 courthouses across Alberta. The upgrades will improve building access, emergency systems, security technology, and areas used to move people in custody. These improvements will help protect judges, court staff, peace officers, and members of the public who access court services across the province. These upgrades are expected to be completed in 2027. As we reflect on the loss felt across Alberta this week, our government remains focused on strengthening our communities, creating opportunities, protecting Alberta’s interests, and continuing to build a strong Alberta within a united Canada. 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.

Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster Camrose Senior Slow Pitch received a $500 donation from the bi-annual Legion donations. Left, Jim Jones accepted the cheque on behalf of Camrose Senior Slow Pitch from Legion President Tim Forberg.

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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The Battle River Big Band (BRBB) will be bringing swing music back in grand style at the Bailey Theatre on November 8, with their show The Big Band Remembers the War Years. This group of talented musicians are composed primarily of music teachers, band instructors and music enthusiasts from Camrose and Wetaskiwin. The BRBB also features their regular vocalist, Deanna Didriksen and guest vocalists Charlene Brown and Jayla Lindberg. This group is known for playing vintage and classic jazz, big-band and swing. They’ve also been heard playing movie themes and contemporary favourites. The concert will include hits from the big band era during both world wars. Rob MacMillan, a member of the BRBB, said, “The show will play hits like ‘Little Brown Jug’, ‘In the Mood’ and ‘Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree’.” He continued, “These are all tunes that go back to the big band era.” The BRBB and Bailey Theatre have partnered together in the wake of the tragedy at CFB Wainwright and all ticket sales will be channeled into supporting the Operation Emergency Fund at Together We Stand. This program offers aid when military families face sudden hardship or crisis. They have been activated to assist families affected at CFB Wainwright. It will be a great opportunity to enjoy some great live music while supporting the nation’s military forces. The show begins at 3 p.m. with tickets available on the Bailey’s website at www.baileytheatre.com

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From homework to headsets By Nadine Leming

Emma Picher is a 12-year-old student who has taken on the role of stage manager for the upcoming Churchmice Players’ Christmas production of My Three Angels. This position requires multi-tasking and organizational skills, staying on top of things before and during a show to make sure everything goes smoothly. This is Emma’s third production. Prior to this, she’s always been on stage in such roles as Mindy Kendall in last year’s production of The Importance of Being Uncle Roscoe. Emma stated, “I’m learning that I’m the connection between the director, crew and the entire cast.” She’s also been learning new leadership skills adding, “In school, I think it’ll give me more confidence.” She mentioned, “The director has a vision and I’m there to make his vision come to life on stage and show it to the audience.” In the cast of My Three Angels, she is working with actors that she’s known over the past few years from other productions. Emma continued, “We’re all working together and all helping each other out as we all have pretty good relationships.” She commented, “I’ve formed new relationships

in this production too.” Emma concurred that people associated with the Churchmice Players are a very inclusive group. She talked about how everyone has been great helping her out in her new position. During rehearsals she’s been keeping track of the lighting and sound cues that the director wants. Once things move closer to show time, she’ll be in the booth more orchestrating those cues as well as turning mics on and off. In between all of that, she’ll be helping the actors as best she can. Emma’s dad Chris said, “It’s pretty amazing (to watch her grow her skills). I remember the first play she was ever in was The Grinch as Cindy Lou Who when she was four.” He talked about watching her transition from being on stage to a leadership role, learning that aspect of it all, she’s becoming a well rounded talent. When asked about her vision for her future in entertainment, she noted, “I’ve definitely thought about being in a movie one day or being a lead character in a play because I have a huge passion for acting.” No matter what direction life takes this girl, she is sure to succeed at whatever she sets her mind to.

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are proud to present the ninth in our Double Feature Remembrance Day Series

This year, our subject is the British Commonwealth Air Training Program, one of the first and most important contributions Canada would make to the war effort. Under a deal signed in 1939, Canada agreed to provide facilities and training for airmen from every part of the Commonwealth. This was an enormous undertaking. In 1939, the RCAF had only 4,000 personnel, less than a dozen airports of its own and training facilities for only 400 ground crew per year. Now the RCAF was expected to train thousands. It had to recruit instructors, build air bases, acquire aircraft and develop training schools for different specialties. By war’s end, there were 151 training schools, and every province had BCATP installations. Canada was, in the words of U.S. President Roosevelt, “The aerodrome of democracy.”

FIRST FEATURE: 5:00 to 6:00 p.m.

Ted Barris

Ted Barris, acclaimed Canadian historian, historical author, journalist, broadcaster and Member of the Order of Canada, returns to Camrose with his presentation on the British Commonwealth Air Training Program. Ted’s presentation is based on interviews with more than 200 former instructors and BCATP students from around the world. In the book being featured this year, Behind the Glory: Canada’s Role in the Allied Air War, Ted tells the story of Canada’s largest World War II expenditure – $1.75 billion, for a Commonwealth-wide training scheme based in Canada, that supplied the Allied air war with nearly a quarter of a million qualified airmen.

INTERMISSION: 6:15 to 7:00 p.m. Break during which pre-ordered lunches will be served. Bar service, refreshments and snacks will be available for purchase. Background period music. Time to mingle. Mr. Barris will bring a supply of his book, Behind the Glory, which he will be happy to autograph for you or some lucky person on your Christmas list. This is a premium soft cover book, selling for just $35, all in. For your convenience, the Spotlight Bistro is offering your choice of Veggie Wrap, Chicken Veggie Wrap, Egg Salad Croissant, Ham and Cheese Croissant, a side of veggies and dip, a cookie, and a bottle of water for $18. Pre-purchase your lunchbox by November 4 at the Bailey Box Office or online to be sure that you have one waiting for you! Some dietary restrictions (gluten or dairy free, etc.) can be accommodated. Please call the Box Office.

SECOND FEATURE: 7:00 p.m.

Captains of the Clouds Running Time: 114 minutes The evening will conclude with a screening of Captains of the Clouds, starring James Cagney. It was produced with the full cooperation of the Royal Canadian Air Force to promote enlistment in the BCATP. While the plot may seem contrived and production elements amateurish by today’s standards, it should be viewed through the lens of 1941. It was the first Hollywood movie filmed entirely in Canada and Cagney’s first in Technicolor. Guests are welcome to come and stay for the entire evening or just attend the Barris presentation or the movie. Either way, free admission has been made possible by The Camrose Booster. However, for planning purposes, you must book your free tickets in advance at www.baileytheatre.com or pick them up at the box office until the day of the event, as long as tickets last. THE BAILEY THEATRE |

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ACSRC celebrates Roger Epp’s contributions to rural Alberta By Adan Shaikh

Dr. Roger Epp has spent decades exploring the stories, challenges and importance of rural communities across the western Prairies. His retirement was celebrated on October 21, with an evening of reflection and appreciation, as the Alberta Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities (ACSRC) invited students, colleagues, family, friends and community members to recognize his lasting contributions to rural research and the Augustana Campus. Epp, a professor emeritus of political science at the University of Alberta, served as founding dean of the University’s Augustana Campus in Camrose, from 2004 to 2011. Dr. Clark Banack, director of ACSRC, welcomed guests, recognizing Epp’s impact on Augustana and the academic study of rural politics. “We are here tonight to both honour the long and distinguished career of Dr. Roger Epp, but also to listen and to think with him. Roger is, of course, someone who made an incredible impact on Augustana, but also on the academic studies of rural politics and places in the western prairies,” said Banack. “Unlike most academics, Roger knows stuff,” he joked. Banack reflected on his own time as an Augustana student, recalling how Epp introduced a course focused on local and rural issues. At the time, Banack was more interested in what he considered the “important questions” of national issues and international conflict. That perspective changed while he was attending graduate school in Vancouver. For the first time, he became aware of his own rural identity. When he returned home for Christmas, he received Epp’s co-edited book, Writing Off the Rural West: Globalization, Governments, and the Transformation of Rural Communities. “It was a collection of hugely intelligent and insightful chapters about where I had come from,” Banack said. The book changed the direction of his academic interests, inspiring him to explore rural communities in his own work, which he continues to do today. Epp’s former PhD student Laticia Chapman-Rainway, a postdoctoral scholar

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Dr. Roger Epp served as the founding dean of University of Alberta Augustana Campus and played an important role in establishing the faculties and facilities that stand at the campus today.

with ACSRC, introduced him before his keynote address. Chapman-Rainway recalled reaching out to Epp while living with her family on their farm in eastern British Columbia. Her interest in rural communities eventually brought her to Alberta, where Epp became her supervisor. “I quickly realized that Roger believed, as I do, that rural places are important in a multitude of ways that don’t get thought about or talked about as they should be,” she said. She also reflected on the experience of being mentored by Epp, including long winter walks spent discussing readings. Both Banack and Chapman-Rainway credited Epp’s work with inspiring their own research into rural communities. During his keynote, Epp described himself as an accidental rural researcher.

“That is not why I went to grad school, that was not my training at all,” he said. Epp reflected on his early teaching years, his relationships with the Maskwacis communities and the connections he made with people from all walks of rural life. He recalled attending farm auctions, rodeos and wakes, while also discovering books that helped him ask different questions about the communities around him. His research took him across the Prairies, where he spent years listening to rural residents and learning about their experiences and culture. When ACSRC was established, Epp was responsible for ensuring the word “rural” was included in the centre’s name, noting that it has since disappeared from many major universities across the continent. “It is wonderful to see what Clark is building here – a Centre that is relevant to academic peers across the country and beyond and also matters to the people in this region,” he said. Although his role as founding dean in 2004 brought a shift in responsibilities, Epp continued to write about rural communities. “In the past two decades, I have continued to write about the rural, although with the handicap of a big city postal code,” he said. Epp also spoke about the challenges facing rural communities, including the closure of emergency rooms, young people leaving home to pursue higher education and the lack of reliable internet access. He said these are signs of resources being diverted away from rural areas. He emphasized the importance of continued advocacy, noting that when people stop speaking up for rural communities, resources begin to disappear. Epp also highlighted the importance of reconciliation in the future of rural western Canada. “There will be no rural west in the next generation without reconciliation,” he said. The evening celebrated Epp’s contributions to his students, Augustana Campus and rural communities across western Canada, while encouraging those in attendance to continue asking questions about the places they call home.

Minister Amery visits Camrose to announce funding By Adan Shaikh

Alberta Minister of Justice, Mickey Amery visited Camrose on October 30, to provide funding for Camrose and District Family and Community Support Services (CDFCSS) Changing Ways program, through the Community Pathways grant. November is recognized as Family Violence Prevention Month across Alberta, and the funding will go towards programs and supports for those affected by family violence. Minister Amery thanked the CDFCSS, Camrose County and City of Camrose for their ongoing efforts in preventing violence in the community. “It is our way of trying to help community-based organizations improve access to justice and rectify genderbased violence,” said Amery. CDFCSS director Lyndel Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Kasa thanked the Ministry Minister of Justice Mickey Amery visited Camrose to present $50,000 in funding for the Camrose and of Justice for the support, District Community and Family Support Services (CDFCSS). From left, Inspector Scott Sveinbjornson; as the need for supports in Camrose County Reeve Cindy Trautman; MLA Jackie Lovely; Executive Director of CDFCSS Lyndel Kasa; rural communities continues Minister Amery; Mayor PJ Stasko; City councillors Agnes Hoveland, Lucas Banack and Don Rosland; to grow. and Camrose Chief of Police John Corbett.

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Inez White’s 1974 MGB is her dream come true By Adan Shaikh

Inez White, owns a 1974 MGB, the manifestation of a fulfilled childhood dream, and a project that keeps going and making memories. Inez has owned the MGB for 35 years. The car has seen plenty of changes over that time, including several paint jobs, but one thing that never changes, is how much she loves driving it. “I grew up in England and I really wanted one of these,” she shared. The MGB has an inline four-cylinder engine and a standard four-speed transmission. It is a car that has kept Inez busy over the years, with work always needing to be done. Inez described the MGB as an ongoing project. She takes care of some of the simpler jobs herself, while more comprehensive work gets done by shops. The car still wears the chrome bumpers that were discontinued by mid1974 to comply with safety regulations. Because removing or converting the rubber-bumper cars to look like older models is difficult, pure chromebumper 1974 models are heavily sought after by those who want classic 1960s styling. When Inez first came across the car, it was not

A CHROME CLASSIC

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Inez White’s MGB is one of the few models that came out just in time before federal regulations made the company switch out the classic chrome bumpers for large rubber ones.

the purple vehicle people see today. It had originally been purple, but by the time she found it, one end was metallic blue and the other was covered in just grey

FUN FACTS According to collector websites, models with chrome-bumpers, retained the classic twin SU carburetors, whereas later rubber-bumper editions eventually transitioned to a single Zenith Stromberg setup. The B-series inline four engine features a durable five-main-bearing crankshaft, which MG introduced a decade earlier to make the engine virtually bulletproof under high RPMs. These cars used a unique layout of two 6-volt batteries wired in series tucked away in small cubbies behind the seats, optimizing weight distribution.

primer. Inez eventually painted it bright pink. “The kids loved it, they thought it was a Barbie car and I’m no Barbie!” Eventually she found the purple under the hood and had the paint changed. Over the years, it has drawn attention and given Inez plenty of opportunities to share stories about it. One of her favourite memories comes from her time living on Quadra Island, B.C. There was a girl who had been chosen as the May Day Queen. When it came time for the parade, she refused to take part unless she could ride in Inez’s MGB. “So I had her and her boyfriend sitting up on the back and they decorated the car all with pom poms and it was really cute,” Inez said. The memory remains one of her favourites. It is a reminder of how the little British sports car has become part of more than just her own life.

She also has a firm opinion about the car’s place in the automotive world. “I always tell people in North America, that they

had to build the Corvette to beat this car.” Inez continues to enjoy her dream car every summer by getting out on the road, with the roof top down, every time she can.

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Submitted Wearing a Poppy from Oct 24 to Nov 11 is a way to remember our fallen military and support Canada’s Veterans. Members of Branch #57 Camrose presented the first poppies of the 2026 campaign to city officials at a ceremony at the cenotaph. From left, Bill Hart, Legion poppy chair; Police Chief John Corbett; Fire Chief Eric Graham; Linda Olson, ladies auxiliary; Mayor PJ Stasko; and Tim Forberg, president of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #57.

FAMILY THRIFT SHOP DONATION

Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster The Family Thrift Shop continues to support the community with donations. From left, Rees James, board member, presented Pete Jensen, president of the Parents’ Music Association with a cheque for $3,000. The money will go towards a new bassoon.

VISION HELPING HANDS GRANTS

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Vision Credit Union donated $10,000 to the Battle River Lending Place (BRLP) through their Helping Hands Grants. From left, Robyn Grenier, member service representative; Alyssa Phillips, loans officer; Courtney Van Buren, senior member service representative; Erhard Pinno, from BRLP; Sharon Nelson, Camrose City Centre branch manager; Julie Girard, executive director of BRLP; Michael Rostad, agriculture and commercial loans officer; Caidyn Flemming, loan administrator; Brad Mullins, senior loans officer; and Elise Stang, senior member service representative. On November 2, Vision opens its 2026-27 grant intake. Organizations can apply for the funding before applications close on January 17, 2027.

BETHANY RECEIVES DONATION

Submitted The Bethany Foundation received $2,000 from the Mirror Lake Pharmacy. From left, Marvin Patel, from Mirror Lake Pharmacy; Cameron DeLong, pharmacy manager; Carla Beck, CEO of The Bethany Group; and Reverend Kevin Schwartz, chaplaincy manager of The Bethany Group.

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City receives funding for Urban Forest Master Plan Submitted

The City of Camrose is pleased to be part of a nationwide investment in urban forestry announced by the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) through the Growing Canada’s Community Canopies (GCCC) initiative. The City, in collaboration with the University of Alberta Augustana Campus, is developing an Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP), a longterm strategy that will guide the management, growth and protection of Camrose’s urban forest. This project has been made possible through a $100,000 grant funded by the Government of Canada through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Growing Canada’s Community Canopies initiative. Announced in May 2024, GCCC will support the planting of at least 1.2 million new trees across Canada by the end of March 2031 while offering funding, resources and coaching to communities. An Urban Forest Master Plan is a high-level planning document that establishes priorities and goals for managing trees and treed landscapes throughout the community. The Plan will consider trees on both public and private property and will identify strategies to support a healthy, resilient and sustainable urban forest for future generations. “Trees provide significant environmental, social and economic benefits to our community,” said Mayor PJ Stasko. “This project will help us better understand and manage Camrose’s urban forest while ensuring it reflects the values and priorities of our residents. We are very grateful for the support of the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities in helping to make this possible, and we also thank the University of Alberta Augustana Campus for their collaboration and valuable support throughout this work.” As part of the project, the City will seek

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input from residents to ensure the Urban Forest Master Plan reflects a broad range of community perspectives. Public engagement opportunities will include a community survey and an interactive mapping activity. Residents will be invited to share their thoughts on topics such as: • Satisfaction with current tree management practices. • Areas where additional trees and greenery are desired.

• Priorities for Camrose’s future tree canopy. • The importance of trees to the community. • Perspectives on future policies and programs that could support the urban forest. “The Urban Forest Master Plan will provide a roadmap for managing one of our community’s most valuable assets,” said Dr. Greg King, Associate Professor of Environmental Science, University of Alberta. “We want this

plan to reflect what matters most to residents of Camrose, and sharing your local knowledge and perspectives will be essential to ensuring we get it right.” Urban forests provide many benefits to our community, including cleaner air, shade, slowing down stormwater runoff, and providing wildlife habitat. The Urban Forest Master Plan will help guide future decisions about Camrose’s tree canopy and ensure it supports meeting the com-

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Highlights from Pop-Up Navigation

Wendell Berry “What I stand for/ is what I stand on.” When Wendell Berry died on August 31, at the age of 92, the obituaries reached for expected phrases: farmer, poet, activist, prophet of rural America, staunch defender of small farms and the communities that depend on them. All of this is true and yet all of it a little too tidy. For Joseph Wiebe, Director much of his life Berry – a Chester Ronning Centre, Christian Baptist critical of Religion and Ecology, mainstream religious instituUniversity of Alberta Augustana Campus tions – was also dismissed as a cranky idealist, nostalgic for a world that had already vanished. He had what some considered a backward suspicion of technology and an equally antiquated affection for his neighbours. That he was beloved across political and cultural lines tells us something about him. That he was so often condescended to tells us something about our culture. Both responses were provoked by the same thing: his fiercely earnest commitment to one place, namely his farm and its surrounding community in Henry County, Kentucky. It’s remarkable, on reflection, that a Kentucky farmer should have commanded so much attention. He wrote well, of course, and won the honours that come to those who do. But Berry’s peculiar gift was to reach readers who came to him neither as devotees nor as partisans. I’m an unlikely case in point. I would not call myself an environmentalist. I’m not a farmer nor much of an outdoorsman, and I have never stood on the front lines of a protest. I recycle; I would prefer that the world not burn. But that’s about it. What drew me, and I suspect many others, was not his programme but his manner. Berry made judgments, and he made them in public, on precisely those questions we’ve been trained to treat as grey areas. The contemporary habit is to plead complexity. The plea is often sincere, but just as often it’s a way of holding an indefensible position while asking to be excused for it on account of the nuance. It’s an entirely human evasion that Berry declined. He was unapologetic about not owning a computer. He insisted that eating is an agricultural act. To those who counselled moderation in the face of the land’s destruction, he answered with an essay titled, “Compromise, Hell!” The result is that nearly everyone has found a use for him. Michael Pollan and the food writers took up his agriculture. American localist conservatives took up his defence of community, and farm reformers and Green New Dealers his economics. Each enlisted him as evidence. None quite captured him because what animated Berry wasn’t an argument but an affection. The word is easily sentimentalized and Berry never sentimentalized anything. His love for his place was a discipline, measured by the quality of the work one did there. To work carelessly, he wrote, was a kind of blasphemy, “to make shoddy work of the work of God.” Affection so understood is a form of accountability: knowing who you are and where you are, on whom your life depends and to whom you answer. It’s also faintly embarrassing in a culture that prefers its loyalties abstract. Berry spoke highly and unabashedly of his corner of the world. In doing so he gave his readers licence to speak as candidly of theirs. That licence is the gift worth taking up here. Camrose isn’t Henry County, and a Berry-shaped life is not on offer to most of us. But the questions travel. What would it mean to stand for this place, its fields and valleys, its main street and neighbours, with the same unselfconscious conviction? Expect to be thought naïve. Expect to give offence. Berry would have regarded both as the ordinary cost of meaning what one says.

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Camrose Helps, in collaboration with Camrose and District Housing and Homelessness Task Force, held a successful Pop-Up Navigation event on October 21. Pictured above is executive director of Camrose and District Family and Community Support Services, Lyndel Kasa. The organizers had boxes and bags of food items set out to be taken home by anyone in need.

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Several community support organizations were on-site to connect visitors with resources and programs they can avail to create a healthy and safe life for themselves. Pictured above, Camrose Habitat for Humanity team: from left, director Jennifer Edmonds, finance manager Dean Auger and manager of family services Laura Fuson.

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster The Camrose Men’s Shed volunteered to man the cafeteria as they helped serve lunch. From left, Peter Ludwig, Tony Prinse, Adam Forre and Allan Thompson.

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Theodore Frederick Eikerman

It is with sadness that the family of Theodore Frederick Eikerman announces his passing on October 26, 2026, in Camrose, Alberta, at the age of 99. He lived a long life marked by dedication to family and an appreciation for life’s simple blessings including nature and animals. Ted was born on July 31, 1927, at the farm where he farmed with his wife Jackie for many years. Farming was his passion – working the soil and raising cattle gave him great pleasure. Ted was involved with many community sports: baseball, curling, horseshoes, and he enjoyed golfing, square dancing, fishing and more. Music was a big presence in his life as he played the saxophone in a band and sang for many years. He participated in many local organizations that bettered his community. He leaves to mourn his three daughters: Micheline Edinga, Trudy Mills and Bette Jo Hahn. He was a grandfather to Warren Edinga (Jen), Curtis Edinga (Karen), Dylan Mills (Deonne), McKenzie Mills (Rae), David Hahn (Melissa), Rebecca Scheelar (Ryan) and Erin Craig (Chris). His nine great-grandchildren Eden Mills, Arya Mills, Ethan Craig, Connor Craig, Kyla Craig, Livia Scheelar, Isla Scheelar, Eloise Edinga and Monty Mills. He was predeceased by his wife and soulmate Jacqueline Rose; and his sons-in-law Kent Edinga and Harry Hahn. The family would like to extend our gratitude to all the medical professionals who cared for him at St. Mary’s Hospital and the Louise Jensen Care Centre. A special thank you to Camrose Homecare which cared for him over the years. At his request, there will be no funeral. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Verdun School at No. 7, 5405-39 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 5B6. He will be forever remembered, forever loved, forever in our hearts.

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It is with saddened hearts we announce that on July 18, 2026, Betty Mary Ann (Niehaus) Zimmer passed away. She is survived by her loving family Rhonda Shott (Bill Dewar), Richard (Donna) Zimmer, Susan (Ed) McLean, Roseann (Brad) McNabb and Lyle (Annette) Zimmer; 12 grandchildren Kristy Shott, Amanda (Matt) Austin, Melanie (Ryan) Block, Evan Zimmer, Shane McLean, Derek (Kellee) McLean, Riley McLean, Steven (Kerri) McNabb, Stephanie McNabb (Harrison Church), Adam McNabb, Parker Zimmer and Joely Zimmer; nine great-grandchildren Bently Shott, Jaxon and Ella Austin, Emily Block, Bryar McLean, Grant and Nathan McNabb, Kade and Dawson Church; brothers Owen (Marilyn) Niehaus, Roger (Dyann) Niehaus; brothers-in-law Gordon Zimmer, Garry (Marvis) Zimmer, Robert (Pat) Zimmer; sisters-in-law Pat Niehaus, Sharon (Terry) Adams, Theresa (Allan) McTavish, Carol Zimmer and Janet Zimmer; godchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Betty was predeceased by her loving husband Ken Zimmer; her parents Leonard and Emma/Florence Niehaus; her parents-inlaw George and Trace Zimmer; son-in-law Victor Shott; brothers Robert, Clifford and Frank Niehaus; nephew Jeffrey Niehaus; sistersin-law Eileen Heck, Donna and Nellie Zimmer; and brothers-in-law Lorne, Jack and Donald Zimmer and Ross Heck. We would like to thank the doctors and nursing staff of Daysland Health Centre, Homecare, care aides and support staff at Daysland Providence Place whose care and compassion shown to Betty will never be forgotten. Thank you to Father Danial DSouza, Fee and Sons, all who brought food and flowers; and for all the cards and donations in memory of Betty. In lieu of thank you cards, a donation has been made to the St. Peter’s Historical Site Maintenance Society and Daysland Providence Place. – The Betty Zimmer Family

James “Jim” William Gamble

James “Jim” William Gamble of Whitby, Ontario, passed away on October 22, 2026, at the age of 69. Beloved husband of Karen, who lovingly cared for him and stood by his side throughout his four-year journey with ALS. Loving father of Derek Gamble (Tatijana), Amy Brierley (Mike), and Emily Gillespie (Dan). Cherished Grampa to Alyssa, Breanna, Thomas, Abby, Aria, and Ava. Dear brother of Steven (Gail), Brian (the late Wendy), Colleen (Mike), Vicki (Ken), and Kelly. Predeceased by his mother, Sylvia (October 1986), and his father, Derek (August 2026). Jim worked as a Bell technician for 40 years. A true jack of all trades, he enjoyed woodworking, tackling projects around the house, and fishing trips with friends and family. Golf was a lifelong passion and, even after his ALS diagnosis, he continued to play with accommodations. Before his diagnosis, Jim and Karen enjoyed road trips together, exploring places throughout Canada and the United States. He was a lifelong sports fan who was always happy to watch a game, especially when cheering on his beloved Cleveland Browns, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Toronto Blue Jays. Jim will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew and loved him. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, December 20, 2026, from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Brooklin Pub Event Place, 15 Baldwin Street, Brooklin, Ontario.

Alan Bradford

Alan Bradford of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on October 22, 2026, at the age of 63 years. He is survived by his children Richard (Lisa), Christina (Gary) and Ryan; grandchildren Carson, Ethan, Seanna, Jayden, Jordyn and Jade; siblings Steve, Linda and Julie; his parents Alan and Beryl; and numerous family and friends. He was predeceased by his wife Heather. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Weber Funeral Home, 2 Mount Pleasant Drive, Camrose. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Glenrose Hospital Foundation.

In loving memory of

Edward (Ed) Arndt May 25, 1948 ~ November 5, 2001 He had a nature you could not help loving, And a heart that was purer than gold. And to those who knew him and loved him, His memory will never grow cold. Love Lana, Tiffany, Tenille, Mike and Families

In memory of

Helen MacLean August 7, 1949 ~ November 8, 2005 Love Max and Cindy

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Larry Earl King

June 6, 1954 ~ October 23, 2026 Larry Earl King of Camrose, Alberta, formerly of Rosalind, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026, at the age of 72 years. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Rebecca Hood; children Amanda King, Amanda Hood (Mike Friesen), Tom (Koi) Hood and Laurissa Beattie; eight grandchildren; and five sisters. Larry was predeceased by his son Leighton; parents Lyle and Elsie; and twin brother Terry. Larry fought hard for nine years after his stroke and he is no longer struggling. He will be forever loved and missed by his family. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at Burgar Memorial Chapel, 4817-51 Avenue, Camrose, officiated by Rev. MaryAnn Pastuck. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Larry’s memory may be made to Camrose and Area Animal Shelter Society or a charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com.

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