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Sparkle in the Park brings joy to the season

Sedgewick Lake Park hosted its first, and hopefully annual, Sparkle in the Park on Friday, Dec. 11, and Saturday, Dec. 12, where 22 campsites were decorated with Christmas lights for a drive-through experience that drew more than 200 visitors over the two days. See more photos Page 21.

Youth Innovation Master Class debuts youth entrepreneurs Leslie Cholowsky Editor

A Youth Innovation Masterclass Pitch Event on Monday, Dec. 14, brought forward four original and unique ideas from the minds of five young entrepreneurs. These are: Reegan Dempsey of Hardisty, Trish Granger of Hardisty, Karli Grove of Killam, Logyn Cummins of Wainwright, and Micheline Cummins of Camrose. The group have been participating in a nine-week online course called the Youth Innovation Masterclass, which is a youth initiative to spark innovation and create possible new business opportunities. The program came together through a partnership between Flagstaff County, the Town of Wainwright, ExO Execute, and the East Central Regional Innovation Network. Jordyn Prior, Flagstaff County Economic Development Coordinator says, “This course was originally designed to educate and disrupt larger organizations and corporations, but we thought we would run a pilot program with youth and so far it has turned out extremely well!” Jenalee Waring, Flagstaff County Eco-

nomic Development Coordinator, says, “This was a pivot for our organization during COVID-19 to ensure we still maintained youth development throughout the pandemic.” She told participants at Monday’s Zoom event, “You are getting to witness a first of its kind pilot program for both our sponsorship organizations and ExO Execute that combines merging consulting and coaching, the first innovation masterclass to include local businesses and the first time using the exponential model with participants that have very limited experience with this method – and collectively we are very pleased with the results.” The group of five entrepreneurs presented their ideas before a crowd of 40 people, with Trish Granger starting things off by saying, “In a world of technology, a group of five women came together sharing one passion: innovation.” The group presented two Core ideas, those unique to a specific business, with them choosing McRae’s Flooring of Wainwright as their subject business, and two Edge ideas, intended to think ‘out of the box,’ all with the potential of transforming or creating new business opportunities.

Afterwards, participants received valuable feedback on their presentations, from Marianne Wyne, COO of Planetary Care, who offered advice and information on what to think about to ‘monetize’ each idea going forward. She said, “It was very inspiring to hear your ideas,” she was particularly interested in one of the Edge ideas and how that presentation focused on community engagement. Jabeen Quadir also provided some specific and encouraging feedback for presenters; she is the founder of Sustainability Edge Solutions and joined the meeting from Toronto. She said, “I really enjoyed all four presentations,” adding that she found the ideas “new, innovative, and interesting.” Quadir gave the young entrepreneurs specific feedback on each of the four ideas, and said she saw opportunity in each, especially the two ‘Edge’ ideas. Darcy Patten, Managing Partner of Exo Execute also sat in on the presentations, saying afterwards, “I’ve seen the progression of this group; it’s absolutely stunning.” He added that each of the participants brought forward amazing stories that captured his heart. Kara Johnston, Technology Develop-

ment Advisor with Alberta Innovates, said, “Your dedication to social enterprise is so inspiring,” to the group, adding that their next challenge would be monetizing the ideas. Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely and Battle River-Crowfoot MP Damien Kurek also attended the pitch, and each had very positive feedback after the presentations. Lovely was impressed with this example of youth entrepreneurs “paving the way for our future, especially in rural Alberta.” Kurek echoed that praise, saying, “It is exciting to see such creative thinking,” adding that it was especially exciting to see ideas that address local impact, saying, “I look forward to seeing how that translates into success, both in east central Alberta, and how you can take small ideas like you’ve presented here and transform the world.” Waring said after the presentation, “I am blown away by the quality of your ideas, and what this youth entrepreneur group has brought to the table.” Ken Merkel, ExO Execute CEO, who has been working with the group weekly through the program added, “Almost every idea you had; and they See ENTREPRENEURS P4

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Justice facility repairs support jobs in constituency Taylor Hides Justice-related infrastructure projects will create more than 145 trades-related jobs and improve access to justice in 18 communities across Alberta. As part of the accelerated Capital Maintenance and Renewal (CMR) Funding, Alberta’s government is investing $26 million into justice-related infrastructure maintenance projects in 18 communities across the province. These shovelready projects involve critical repairs and upgrades to justice facilities, ensuring that Albertans have access to vital jus-

tice-related programs and services. Not only will these projects create well-paying jobs in the trades, but they will have an indirect benefit on the economies of surrounding communities. Through the accelerated CMR funding, the Camrose courthouse will receive $200,000 for a building hazardous materials assessment, creating two jobs in the community. “I’m glad our Government continues to invest in rural Alberta and particularly in Camrose. These projects will provide employment for individuals in our

Battle River 4-H Beef Club report Jayde Niehaus Club Reporter

Bob Cratchit was the famous record keeper for Mr. Scrooge in the classic Christmas Carol, but the members of the Battle River 4-H Beef Club are learning to be top-notch record keepers themselves. On Dec. 8, the club met on Zoom and held a Workshop. Record Books provide 4-H members with a way to track and develop their projects. Good record books are

complete, accurate and neat. Their leaders showed them a video from 4-H Alberta to help get us started. After the workshop they had a regular meeting. They decided on a date for public speaking and reviewed the communication guidelines. The senior members will be in charge of the Christmas event, respecting AHC rules. These report will now be on Facebook as well as the paper.

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Entrepreneurs Continued from Front had 26, all had some kind of social impact, whether it was some environmental impact or giving back to the community, which I thought was extraordinary. “I don’t think that we’ve ever seen that; we’ve always seen a lot of very business-focussed ideas. And how they were able to take those social impact ideas and determine ways to turn that into a viable business.” Granger spoke for the team at the close of the meeting, offering her thanks to the ExO Execute team, and adding, “I really want to thank our team. We really bonded, like we said

in the beginning, we’ve bonded during these nine weeks; we are all different ages, and we come from different areas of rural Alberta, and we have made long-lasting friendships.” The other participants added their thanks for the support and encouragement received, both that night and throughout the program. Comments from other participants confirmed that the four ideas presented piqued the interest of many. Merkel said that the group will now move into the next phase of the program, looking into business models and developing prototypes and testing them in the participating communities.

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Quiet, Private 4.82 Acreage at Hardisty! Well maintained 4 bedrooms/2bath Home with big kitchen/dining, beautiful enclosed deck, large living room with great view of yard. Comes with all appliances, water softener, air conditioned and full completed basement. Asphalt driveway entry, exceptional yard, children’s play area/swings, large workshop/storage, double car garage, horse shelter, tack room, fenced and cross fenced land for horses and pets for acreage enjoyment. Price $289,000. www.jeffgolka.ca

14.63 acre Acreage between Amisk and Hardisty! Excellent acreage just south off Hwy 13, follow the pavement past Hardisty Oil storage terminal. Large acreage has 3 RV sites for year-round revenue, 1460sqft Double wide home on full undeveloped basement needs interior work. Nice exterior redone, good windows, new eaves, soffit and facia. 2 water wells, all fenced and plenty of room for more RV sites for cash revenue while living in main home. Horse outdoor riding arena with special loam brought in for its purpose, great horseback area also. $199,000. www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings”

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Beautiful 20/wide 2008 Modular Home! Gorgeous view of the historic Train Trestle and the Hardisty river valley. Enjoy this 1520sq.ft of living on one level, all appliances w/newer Washer/Dryer, and two blocks to the post office and downtown. Very clean and maintained, spacious living with 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, walk-in closet and has some furnishings. Landscaping completed with a terrific yard nice trees, storage shed, and room to build a Double Garage on this large 70x120ft lot. Great retirement place, home away for the project working person at oil terminal, or spacious clean home for a family. Asking Price $129,500. Visit on www.jeffgolka.ca Escape to 3.83acres of untouched Natural Beauty! Looking for a great camping spot, cottage, or home lot for the ultimate touch of treed nature. Great lot with an amazing view at the hilltop crest, showing the entire Hardisty River Valley and beautiful fish Lake area! This is private and quiet lot, low taxes $284/year, ideal for a great getaway spot for RV or Camping. Only 1 mile to Hardisty for shopping and Dining and close to two lakes for Fishing, Watersports and Swimming and located in a great hunting area in gorgeous Battle River Country! Price $47,000. www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings.”

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Classic Gorgeous Character Home in Lougheed! Love and care by its owner for 60 years this beautiful home has its original staircase, railings, banisters, original doors/ frames/ mouldings, original wood flooring underneath and large wood pillar colonnades in the living room. Well-maintained 5-bdrm home, new shingles, a mix of originality with a classy modern 2002 gorgeous Kitchen w/island, Dining room, main floor laundry, all under Vaulted ceilings w/skylights and beautiful bright arch windows to admire its quiet, relaxing back yard. French doors lead to large patio, yard is amazing plenty of fruit trees and 6ft privacy fence for pets and kids. Perfect for retiree with main level bdrms or big family home, all this with a taste of history and the comforts of today. Asking $135,000. View on www.jeffgolka.ca

Outstanding Acreage for ultimate Animal Care! Gorgeous refinished 1947 home with all the modern touches, new windows, flooring, and fireplace what great home, well maintained with new shingles, host of improvements make this a fantastic home. Outside has numerous buildings with an original Historic hip roof Barn with a hay loft, new metal roof, heated medicine room, it looks amazing. Also corrals, waterers, chicken coops, and 2 good water wells. The back yard is wonderful for family time plenty of trees for wind breaks and sheds for storage. Also, a great heated workshop, double garage for vehicles, as well as a large Quonset for dry storage. They really don’t come anymore complete, currently in 14 +- acre subdivision application, check it out and make it yours. Price $325,000. Visit on www.jeffgolka.ca

Nice Home and Big Lot in Killam! Good size 4 bed/3 bath home, gorgeous finished basement with nice open layout. Some upgrades include flooring, newer appliances and shingles, upgraded windows, newer furnace and water softener. Outside is beautiful backyard, huge 90x120 lot ready for large garage, covered breezeway with single car garage. Take advantage of this great property in Killam and enjoy one of the nicest backyards you will find! Price: $185,000. E4195306. View on www.jeffgolka.ca. “My listings.”

New, never built on Killam Lot in a Prime Location! Great lot in Killam with an Acreage feeling right on the edge of town looking out at the countryside, available now. Leveled 60x130ft lot with plenty of room for home, garage, and yard. Located close to the Ball Diamonds and Heritage Park, lot is level and ready to build on with full municipal services at the lot line. Private sale so no building timeline requirements, and great lot for privacy. Choice of 2 lots, second lot beside it is available for double lot purchase. Asking $31,500. www.jeffgolka.ca “my listings”

Nice Home, Garage, Sheds in good area! Well maintained 3 bed/2bath home in a quiet area in Lougheed and full finished basement, newly painted, lots of storage and nice covered porch area. Inside home has good layout open concept with nice bedroom sizes. Beautifully landscaped 60x120 lot, great fire pit area, wood shed, storage shed and good 14x26 garage with plenty of rear parking. Asking $109,000. View on www. jeffgolka.ca “my listings”

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Outstanding Premier Home with Garage, Decks and Yard! Beautifully done modern 5Bdrm/3bath home in Amisk with so many features to reveal! The home has wonderful large entry, with big open kitchen w/island, big Living room, double patio doors to Covered deck and second level sun deck just gorgeous. Big master bdrm/3pc ensuite and 3bdrms up/2 down with huge basement, awesome family room and mancave. Garage is heated and large door for bigger trucks. Lots of Parking, a must-see home with fantastic yard! Not far to Wainwright or Hardisty! Price $249,000. www.jeffgolka.ca

Wonderful Home, 4Bdrms, Heated Garage in Amisk! Make this your home with all the work done on it and in great location in Amisk! Landscaped huge yard, nice deck, and with large heated garage. Inside the 4bdrm/2bath home is well maintained with big bright windows, nice kitchen and eating area and big living room. Basement is fully finished, large Laundry, great storage, very energy efficient and lots of outside parking and back lane, just a terrific property. Asking $199,000. View on jeffgolka.ca

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8,000 sq. ft. Steel Constructed Shop Heated, 20 ft Doors! Terrific 8000 sq ft steel heated shop, 1600 sq ft enclosed mezzanine, offices, washroom, parts room, work benches and wash bay all on hi-strength reinforced concrete. 3 large doors/back and front driveway for access in and out of the shop for the equipment, and all this sitting on 3 large lots, steel security fenced and storage shed. Ideal for heavy equipment company, heavy trucks or large farming operation. Price $599,000. View on jeffgolka.ca

Brand New 2018 Home in Hughenden! Enjoy this wonderful new home with 3 Bedrooms, large 4pc Bath, nice Kitchen and open concept. Everything on one level so no basement cleaning! Just a great home for young family, retirees or worker investment home. Close to Hardisty, Wainwright, Provost or Consort for multi-area location. This easy living farming community of Hughenden offer k-12 school, with nice arena and bowling lanes and downtown shopping and banking. Great home, new home warranty to new buyer, great price with a huge lot and big deck! Price $175,000.

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Kindness the best cure for the blues I discovered first hand last week how far kindness goes towards curing the blues, and I thought I’d share the experience because this year, like no other, many of us will undoubtedly feel blue at one time or another. You might think I’m talking about how receiving kindness helped me feel better, but in fact, it was the opposite, I want to tell you how giving kindness made me feel better. After an experience that left me feeling kind of blue, I tried to talk myself back into a better mood, but it didn’t really work that well. When you’re feeling blue, it’s not easy to convince yourself that things are fine. As I was going through the rest of my day, I chanced upon the opportunity to give someone a compliment I’d been meaning to give for a few months, I just had not had the opportunity. Even though it was quite overdue and I was feeling a little guilty for not having said anything sooner, I decided to go for it anyway and tell that person what I wanted to say, and hopefully at the same time add a little brightness to her day. I did tell her, and it did make her smile, and I was really glad I’d done it. But most profoundly, I want to share what it did to me. At first, I thought I was just feeling good about having the courage to speak up, but it was more than that. Far more. Putting a smile on her face made me smile, and made me so glad that I had shared that overdue compliment. In fact, it felt so good, I reached out again immediately to someone else. What I felt that day was that extending kindness has this amazing side effect, it cheers you up, too, and it’s hugely addictive. There are many people who already

know this, and we have a great community full of these people in our region, and our lives are made better by their actions. The secret is that their lives are made better by their own actions, too! I read a Psychology Today article that recommends reaching out to those who’ve made a positive difference in your life as one possible strategy to make a pandemic holiday joyful and meaningful. The author was inspired after receiving a message about a presentation she’d made 25 years earlier, and how that message had positively impacted the writer. She said, “After receiving this unexpected message, I found myself thinking about the people who’ve had a positive impact on my life who have no idea about their influence on me. I began figuring out how to find and thank them. “What about you? Who has had a positive influence on you but perhaps has no clue that they made a difference? “Can you find them this holiday season and reach out to let them know what they did for you? Might you make this a family project and then share the stories that result?” Another strategy she shared was to express gratitude. “No matter what you have lost or suffered this year, there are surely those who’ve shown you kindness and who’ve laboured to help....” She adds, “It’s amazing how the experience of gratitude – even when it’s hard to muster – can shift our perspective positively.” At a time when we are all experiencing the side effects of the pandemic, finding new ways to cope and keep our spirits up may be what gets us all through this together, coming out strong to face the changes ahead. LESLIE CHOLOWSKY

Goodbye to another old friend I’d just like to send out a quick note of condolence on the passing of Dwayne Wideman. Dwayne was among the first people I worked with here at the ‘Press. He was one of the most funny and positive people I’ve had the good pleasure of knowing. Almost every workday for a year, we spent hours making each other laugh and probably not getting a whole lot else done. We even had a short-lived sports column together. In recent years, anytime I’d run into him, our conversations would be about sports

and family and we’d pick up right where we left off. My heartfelt condolences go out to all of Dwayne’s family and friends. I’m truly sorry for your loss. The last time he and I chatted was on a Wednesday around 5 p.m. He was quoting me things that were in that day’s paper. He’d already read the whole thing front to back and was eager to discuss topics with me. He probably had no idea how much that meant to me. Rest easy, Dwayne. ERIC ANDERSON IN ASSOCIATION WITH:

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Crown Land vision For those who call Alberta home, we are blessed to live in one of the most beautiful places on the planet. It doesn’t matter where you hang your hat in this great province. Whether you live in the south along the wide open prairies, the north under the huge boreal forest or near the iconic eastern slopes of the Rocky Mountains, we all cherish our rich diversity of landscapes and our abundance of resources. Our shared love for the land and our desire to protect it for our grandchildren and their children is what drives us. It also motivated our ancestors. In Alberta’s early days, the government set aside public lands to be managed by the Crown. Later, a parks system was also set aside to make sure all Albertans could enjoy the outdoors through recreation and camping while also protecting biodiversity. Together, parks and public lands – known as Crown lands – were administered under one system to be managed by the government for all Albertans and Indigenous peoples. Today, our Crown lands cover a vast amount of our province – about 60 per cent and are used for recreation, conservation and economic development. Many existing policies were drafted with the notion in mind that specific areas of crown land only have one use. Crown land policies need to recognize the fact that the land owned by all Albertans is used for multiple purposes, included those listed above.

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Forestburg School moves to virtual awards presentation for 2020 Leslie Cholowsky Editor The Forestburg School switched up its awards ceremony this year, with student awards presented virtually, without sponsors or families able to attend. The awards are given out to high school students for academic and civic excellence, and are sponsored by generous community groups, individuals, and businesses. Keely Adams won a number of awards this year, including: Most Academic Student in Grade 12, sponsored by ATCO Power; Highest Grade 12 Average, sponsored by Alberta Teachers Association Local; the Grade 12 Math/Science Highest Averages, sponsored by Robert and Lois Ponto; Cowinner of the Social 30-1 award, sponsored by Prairie Hall Farms/John Oberg; the Math 30-1 award, sponsored by Coutts Hardware; co-winner of the Chemistry 30 award, sponsored by Moore’s Shop Easy; the Everett Oberg Masonic Memorial award; the Galahad Lions and Galahad Agricultural Society award; the Gary Fink Memorial Award, sponsored by the Forestburg Co-op Seed Cleaning Plant; the David C. Jahns Memorial Award; co-winner of the Travel Club award; and the Hastings Coulee 4-H Beef

Club award. That’s quite an accomplishment! Jillian Cub took home the Second-most Academic Student in Grade 12, sponsored by the Forestburg Lions Club; the Grade 12 Humanities award, sponsored by the BRSD Community Scholarship funds; co-winner of the Social 301 award, sponsored by Prairie Hall Farms/John Oberg; and the Band-Ryan Bish Memorial Award. Jayden Blumhagen won the Third-most Academic Student in Grade 12, sponsored by Forestburg Agencies; also bringing home the English 30-1 award, sponsored by Brenda Oberg and the French 30 award, sponsored by the Forestburg Grad Class. Blumhagen also won the Amy Laing Memorial Award, sponsored by the Laing family; as well as the Alaire Oberg Award of Music. Luke Forster was presented with the Grade 11 Most Academic Student Award, sponsored by Dr. Dianne Oberg, as well as the Grade 11 Math and Science Academic award, sponsored by the Bank of Montreal, Forestburg branch. He shared the Chemistry 30 award, sponsored by Moore’s Shop Easy. Brooke Percey Horton won the Grade 11 CTS Award sponsored by Royal LePage/Corey and Salina Jacobson.

Paige Daleug won the Carl Farvolden Memorial Scholarship for Grade 11 Humanities sponsored by Doris Farvolden. Justin Myschuk won the Most Academic Student in Grade 10, sponsored by Prairie Hall Farms/John Oberg. He also took home the Grade 10 Humanities Award, sponsored by Battle River Railway NGC; and the Jim Larrain Grade 10 Award. Kieran Sherman won the Grade 10 Sciences and Math award, sponsored by Forestburg Transit Mix; he also took home the Grade 10 General Subjects award, sponsored by Karen Cannady. Brayden Kuefler won the Work Experience award, sponsored by ATB Financial, Forestburg branch. Emily Reiman won the Match 30-2 award, sponsored by the Battle River

Railway NGC, also winning the Donna Bish Oberg Award, sponsored through the Battle River Community Foundation, and shared the Travel Club Award. She also won the Grade 12 Serfas Family Award, sponsored by Jeff Serfas. William Mrazek won a number of awards, including the Social 30-2 award sponsored by the Battle River Railway NGC; the English 30-2 award, sponsored by the Order of the Eastern Star; the Forestburg/Galahad Community Service Award, sponsored by Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Forestburg Bottle Depot, and CJ’s Deli/Corey and Salina Jacobson; and the Westmoreland Coal Company Award; also sharing in the Travel Club award. John Hoefling shared the Chemistry 30 award, sponsored by Moore’s Shop

Easy, and the Dr. Stanley Kumar and Family Award, sponsored by Jean Kumar. Jeremy Walker was presented with the Tyler Holmberg Award, sponsored by the Forestburg Agricultural Society for Top Male Athlete; the Forestburg Student Award, sponsored by the Forestburg Hot Lunch Society; and the Tyler Martz Award, sponsored by Marlit Contracting, also sharing the Travel Club award. Tailyn Parchewsky received the Tyler Holmberg Award for Top Female Athlete, sponsored by the Forestburg Ag. Society. Kora Oberg won the Mary Kwok Award, sponsored by the Galahad Ag Society and the BRSD, as well as the Forestburg Student Award-Female, sponsored by the Forestburg Hot Lunch Society. Zack Walker received the Sean Bevington Memo-

rial Award, and the Jim Lorrain Award for Grade 12, sponsored by a fund through the Battle River Community Foundation. The Travel Club Award was also shared by Ava Moller, Paige Daleug, and Brittyn Sveahun. Lane Hillman received the Doreen Obert Award of Effort, sponsored by the Doreen Oberg family. Layton McMahon received the Jim Lorrain Award for Grade 11. Daniel Myschuk received the Derek Schenk Memorial Award for a Grade 12 student. Junior High Athlete of the Year awards were won by Jace Shannon, and shared by Maren Vincett, Ella Bartlett, Jetta Forster, and Rachel Forster. The Forestburg School, through its award program, receives tremendous support from the community, and is

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Faith Column Week Three of Advent is the week of Joy. Joy is often thought of as the feelings that you have when receiving something that brings great pleasure. This fits very well with the ideal Christmas where every person received all that they wish for on Christmas, whether that is family returning home, the anticipated Christmas bonus, or the perfect item that we’ve, longed for all year. But what about when things aren’t perfect, like this year where joy seems to be missing for so many people? How does one experience the joy that we all long for? Several thousand years ago on a dark hill side some shepherds were watching their sheep when an angel appeared, and gave this message, “I bring you good news that will be great joy to all people.” This message that was to

bring great joy was the message that God had come to earth in the form of a baby, to deliver all of humanity from the dark separation from a true loving God. With all the different reasons that we experience joy, all of them fade after a while and we’re left teaching for more. But, true joy is the result of a pivot where one takes their focus off their circumstances, whether good or bad, happy or trying and place their focus on the true joy of being reconciled with a loving God. It is this true joy that never fails. This Christmas in all the joys, and the missing joys, don’t miss the opportunity to experience true joy through knowing the Baby that came that first Christmas. Pastor Paul Dyck Amisk Christian Fellowship (Pentecostal)

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Hopefully you made it out to Sparkle at the Park at the Sedgewick Lake Campground. It was beautiful to see all the decorations and lights; the frost from the night before made it even prettier. Huge shoutout to the board for organizing it and all the families or businesses that participated. The board is planning to make this an annual event and build on it. There were plenty of donations to the food bank. Our community is truly the best. I feel very

fortunate to have made Flagstaff County our home. Whenever there's a need, the whole community comes together and we have so many generous hearts. It reminds me of this quote, "The happiest people are not those getting more, but those giving more." It was the highlight of our day and probably the days of many other families. It feels like we have our own candy cane lane in Sedgewick. So thanks to everyone for putting a smile on so many people's faces and spreading Christmas cheer. Isn't that what Christmas is all about? Sharing hope? The newborn king is born!

Sometimes, with all the marketing and santa movies, we tend to forget. The reason we're celebrating is the birth of Jesus. Don't underestimate the benefits of a "simplified" Christmas this year. A local church shared an idea of Mary on the mantle, as an alternative to elf on the shelf. Every day Mary does things to get ready for the baby or performs an act of kindness. I honestly love the idea. Hardisty Lake United Church Camp recently announced that their registration, which usually opens in February, has been postponed until April. The Wooden Spoon will be closed during the

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Richard Kayne has been living in Alliance for a few months, but I just caught up with him this week. He bought the storage lot from Dodd Ulrich and is living in his RV home there. Richard is a gardener and hopes to do some market gardening here. He has been investigating our climate and soil, as well as water sources and thinks we have perfect conditions for many vegetables; especially rhubarb. There was a bit of a rush at the library this week, with proper social distancing in place, to get a stockpile of books before the next lock down came. Library Manager Libby Whittall says that she will be at the library on Tuesdays and Thursdays until Christmas and curbside service will be available if you phone and order your books. There are a few mountains of snow around town that make for good

sled hills for the children. The Village has been struggling with sewer issues again. I had a phone visit with Freela Brown at Lloydminster. The Browns were my next-door neighbours back in the old days. Freela had a fall in October and is still nursing a broken hand, hence the phone call because writing is painful. John Burak was on the phone call list today. He also had a fall, but no serious injury. He did enjoy the hamburger soup that his neighbours across the street brought over. Logan Bullee was up from Red Deer to help his uncle Doug Bullee with the cow sorting. Brodie Frizzell and his roommate Shawn Wilcox were home a few weeks ago. The boys are living and working in Regina. Their mothers, Kim Cappis and Susan Anderson, were really happy to see them. The church services have gone virtual to YouTube. The proposed Community Christmas Concert is cancelled, but maybe come January or beyond we can have a celebration

to celebrate the decline of COVID-19. Albert Corbel has been tending the store this week. Mrs. T. had a heart attack and had to be hospitalized. She was expected to come home this weekend. I am sure we all wish her a speedy recovery.

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BRSD reviews enrollment numbers during board meeting Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The Battle River School Division (BRSD) Board of Trustees wrapped up the 2019-2020 fiscal year with a review of the audit of the financial statements. Presented by Benji Waser of MNP, the report mentioned some very atypical aspects of the previous year, including a multi-million dollar fire damage claim at Central High Sedgewick Public School, and a reduction in revenue when schools moved to online learning.

Overall Waser commended BRSD management for â€œdoing a great job in a very unusual year,â€? calling the audit â€œvery clean.â€? The board also heard the divisionâ€™s Annual Education Results from Assistant Superintendent Shan Jorgenson-Adam, who said, â€œthere were lots of positives to be found in our schools, despite the challenging times.â€? She noted that some of the exam data was not available in the past school year. The Board received a

Baler twine recycling now available with Flagstaff Waste Leslie Cholowsky Editor

Flagstaff Waste is now ready to accept polypropylene baler twine as part of the Cleanfarms agricultural plastics recycling pilot program. Producers can obtain special clear bags through the regional landfill or through transfer sites; only these bags can be used for this program. This recycling model does not include bale netting or bale wrap; check out the flagstaffwaste.ca website for an example of those items that canâ€™t be included in the recycling bag. Flagstaff Waste Manager Murray Hampshire says that bags will be inspected externally, and those that do not meet the recycling requirements will go into the landfill, so itâ€™s important to properly prepare the twine. â€œMany cattlemen have switched from baler twine to net wrap over the past two years, unfortunately, net wrap is not accepted with this program. â€œTwine and net wrap are typically dumped in the farmersâ€™ bins, and when we dump the bins into our trucks, there is a mess everywhere. Much of the twine sticks to the

bottom of the bin, and when we attempt to dump, we have 75 per cent in the truck, and 25 per cent all over the truck and apparatus when the bin is set back down. â€œAlso, as you can imagine, it is a real mess on the landfill and our compaction equipment.â€? He says the grain bag recycling has been very successful, and he hopes that Flagstaff producers will use the same care in preparing twine for recycling. All contamination should be removed prior to bagging, including snow, ice, and organic material (hay, dirt, etc.), then the twine can just be stuffed into the clear plastic bags. The bags do not cost anything, they are provided by CleanFarms under the present threeyear pilot program that Flagstaff Waste is participating in. CleanFarms administers the program for Alberta Ag-Plastic. Recycle it! The program is aimed at establishing an environmentally sustainable program to recycle agricultural plastics. Funds for the pilot project were granted by the Government of Alberta and are administered by Alberta Beef Producers.

summary of enrollment for the present school year, which is based on a student count taken Sept. 30. Enrollment continued its downward trend. â€œIn this particular year, the local school division, like all others across the province, also has more students than expected who have not returned to the in-person, at-home, or online schooling options available,â€? the board heard. BRSD has a number of schools below the critical minimum enrollment guidelines outlined in board policy. For the 2020-2021 school year, a number of Flagstaff Schools are close to, at, or below critical enrollment numbers if you only count at-school

learning, with some below including at-home learning. The division amended critical enrollment numbers earlier in the year to: 30 elementary students in any three grades; 50 junior high students (Grades 7-9); and 75 senior high students (Grades 10-12). BRSD says, â€œNo action will be taken at this time, but the Board is hoping to begin community consultation and discussions about the issue of declining enrollment before the end of this school year.â€? BRSD Director of Communications Diane Hutchinson says, â€œThere will be no school closure discussions, but that does not change the need to look to the future, talk about priorities, and con-

sider ways to keep our rural schools viable as we move forward.â€? She adds, â€œOf course, in the current environment, we may not be able to proceed with much community consultation and discussion either.â€? BRSD Enrollment reports can be found at their website brsd.ab.ca under â€œOur Division,â€? â€œReports and Documents,â€? â€œReports,â€? â€œEnrollment Reports.â€? The Board is continuing a process of reviewing and updating policies, with an emphases on â€œensuring that all policies potential candidates in next yearâ€™s Trustee election might wish to review, such as Role of the Trustee, and Trustee Code of Conduct,

are up to date.â€? As reported previously, the division prepared for the possibility of students needing to shift to online learning since the fall, and trustees heard that the division feels it will be able to offer a much more complete online educationals experience than the emergency service that was put in place last spring. The division recorded no COVID-19 cases until the end of October, but by the Nov. 26 board meeting there had been a total of 10 COVID-19 cases identified in six different BRSD schools, with nine of those cases contracted in the community, and one that may have been contracted through inschool transmission.

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Holiday mysteries in Hardisty

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It was a cold winter morning one year ago and Azriel Cepeda was mak-

ing his way to work as a library tech student at the Hardisty Public Library. As he was tromping through the snow, past the Manor, his eye caught something sticking out of a snow bank. He retrieved what looked like a personal locked diary. It was not identifiable so he left it for our librarian Kelly McDowell to deal with. She put out posters and messages on Facebook, to

no avail. The diary was a mystery. A year passed and no one ever asked about the diary, so she decided to cut it open. The name Don Golka was visible. We contacted Jeff and Joyce Golka to see if they could help solve this mystery. Don Golka is the oldest son of Raymonde Creasy. She is a resident of the Hardisty Manor and moved there about two years ago. Raymonde

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As of Nov. 24, the Alberta Government announced measures in hopes to reduce the spread of COVID-19 and these measures definitely affect schools. Here is what students heard: that school will be going into a second lockdown, however only Grades 7-12 will be going online. But the question many are asking is: why leave Grades 6 and under at school? As we saw in the spring lockdown, many parents are too busy with work to care for their kids and school them. The COVID-19 pandemic also affects the work of daycares, sometimes forcing limits to attendance and sometimes closing them altogether. So the Alberta government decided that the best option was to

continue allowing younger students to go to school. It has also been determined that teenagers are worse spreaders of this virus than younger kids, and that's why the teenagers are to be learning at home. All students will be going back to school Jan. 11 of 2021 if all goes as planned. Hughenden Public School Grade 9 student Dawsyn Bomersback feels the government has made the right decision. “I feel like it's a good idea. I am sad that I won't get to see my classmates for a while again, but I'm hoping that this slows the spread and works out in the end,” said Bomersback. Alyssa Carson, a student in the same class as Bomersback, has similar views. “I think the measures they are taking are good for the community,” Carson says, “and I hope,

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moved from the Creasy farm to town when her husband Allan moved into the Long Term Care wing of the hospital. Everyone figures that during the move that winter day, the diary fell out of a box and has never been missed. Don Golka lives out at Rocky Mountain House and Raymonde says he has not picked up his childhood diary, but our mystery is solved. So, merry Christmas Don! CTV news had a segment recently on the popularity of backyard ice rinks. You can even purchase a “rink package” so you can build your own rink. Wow! Our local retired contractor and farmer Steve Mazure decided to erect his own rink in his garden.

He even built a snow fort attached to the rink. It is made of wooden pallets and snow so the kids can crawl in, get out of the wind, have a hot chocolate, and skate some more. I recently spoke to one of our library trustees who was absolutely amazed at the electronic ingenuity of her 19 month old greatgrandson. “That little monkey can work the TV remote, change channels, or make any electronic toy work. He watches you engage the toy a few times and bingo, he has it mastered!” Doesn’t this make you wonder what our human brains are capable of doing? Our library will be closed due to COVID-19, but we have certain days for curbside pickup. See

our Facebook or Community Press ads for dates and times. Our library is planning a Christmas surprise for the residents of the Hardisty Hospital Long Term Care unit. We have enlisted 21 youths of all ages to write a letter, make a craft, a card, and place it in a decorated bag. The library purchased individually wrapped snacks that will be placed in the bags for Christmas morning. This was all sanctioned by the hospital manager. We are sure to see a smile on all the patients’ faces when they receive their surprise bag. Until next week; stay warm, be grateful, stay happy, and stay healthy. Stay tuned for next week, we may have two more businesses on main street.

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Canadians support putting Terry Fox on new $5 bills Leslie Cholowsky Editor

Canada’s five-dollar note has featured Sir Wilfred Laurier for the past 50 years, but that may soon change, as an independent federal advisory council has put forward a shortlist of eight nominees to replace him sometime in the next few years, with Terry Fox as the top contender according to 57 per cent of Canadians. There were over 600 nominees made initially. The advisory council considered the following guiding principals when narrowing the list down to the present eight names. These included: positive change, the shortlisted nominees should have changed Canada

and Canadians for the better; national icon, whose impact is known nationally across Canada; universality, the impact they had should reflect Canadian values; uniqueness, they must be uniquely Canadian, and known beyond their local or regional communities; and finally relevancy, that the nominees had an impact that is relevant today. Once the list was narrowed down to eight nominees, the Bank of Canada conducted a survey of Canadians and held focus groups to discuss who might be the finalist. Terry Fox has been named more than all others as the preferred new face of the $5, picked by well over half of those polled. Fox was the top

2020 Winter solstice brings rare night-time view of double planets Leslie Cholowsky Editor

The winter solstice brings the shortest day of the year, on Monday, Dec. 21, but this year, skywatchers will also get a peek at something pretty spectacular. Over the next few weeks until then, Saturn and Jupiter’s orbits will nearly align from the northern hemisphere’s vantage point; they will come very close together, just one-tenth of one degree apart, to form one large light, presently being nicknamed the “Christmas Star.” The two planets are usually visible in the night sky individually, and if you start watching now, you can see them get closer and closer together over the next week. This event, referred to by astronomers as “the great conjunction,” will be visible to the naked eye in the night sky on Monday, Dec. 21, about 45 minutes after sunset, if you look to the west/southwest. Scien-

tists say that if you have a telescope, you may even be able to see each planet’s moons, too. The two planets align every 20 years or so, but typically meet during the daylight hours, are too near the sun, or too far away to be as notable. This year will mark their closest intersection to Earth’s orbit in the night sky in just under 800 years. The two planets will be together for about five days, including the 21st, always just after sunset. Hopefully sometime in the five-day window from the Dec. 21 to Boxing Day, we will have clear skies and will catch a glimpse! The two won’t meet again until March 15, 2080, so for many, this is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. If you happen to be out with a camera and catch a shot of the great conjunction of Saturn and Jupiter, please share it with our readers! You can email us a high resolution photo. Check page 6 for our email address.

option in every region of the country, but was not the unanimous choice. One in five, including a quarter of Saskatchewan, Ontario, and Atlantic Canada residents chose famed Indigenous soldier Binaaswi (France Pegahmagabow). Crowfoot (Isapo-muxika), who played an integral role in Treaty 7 negotiations in Alberta was also picked by one in five. These two accounted for 21 and 19 per cent of the votes respectively. Some people polled did not agree that a change

should be made, in fact 37 per cent of those polled did not. Robertine Barry received 16 per cent of the overall national vote, with 34 per cent support from Quebec and another 27 per cent from young women across the country. Barry was the first French-Canadian journalist and an advocate for women’s rights. Onondeyon (Frederick Ogilvie Loft) received 11 per cent of the national vote; Lotta Hitschmanova received nine per cent, Pitseolak

Ashoone, seven per cent, and Won Alexander Cumyow, four per cent. In an interesting correlation, conservative voters were much more likely to prefer Terry Fox as their choice, in fact three-quarters did. Those who support other parties spread their vote

more evenly among all nominees. The federal Minister of Finance, presently Chrystia Freeland, will make the final determination. At that point the design process will start, and the new note will begin circulating within a few years.

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Bull moose gets last laugh after hunting season

Murray Hampshire had to stop and take a photo when he came across this bull moose casually strolling past the No Hunting signs on Dec. 1, the day after hunting season ends in Alberta on his way to work.

December 2020 Meetings

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WHERE TO PHONE FOR HELP Emergency/Prevention Support Numbers Flagstaff Family & Community Services (FFCS) and Flagstaff‛s Informed Response Sharing Team (FIRST)

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Mental Health Crisis Support 1-877-303-2642 Alberta Supports/Income Supports www.albertasupports.ca Toll Free 1-877-644-9992 Alberta Government Operator 310-0000 Income Supports 780-310-0000 Then 780-842-7500 Camrose 780-608-2525 Alberta Supports info all service 1-866-644-5135 Addictions and Mental Health Camrose Office: General Family Counselling FFCS Bethany Housing Child Care/Day Home Flagstaff Family Day Homes Flagstaff Kid’s Connection Daycare Parents For Fun Battle River School Division Children Services KID SAFE LINE - referrals Camrose Wainwright Of ice Camrose Open Door 24- hour help line for kids www.kidshelpphone.ca Kid’s/Teen Help Phone www.bullyfree alberta.ca Bullying help Kids Help Phone TEXT. FASD CAMROSE Healthy Families FIRST www. irstfor lagstaff.ca

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Sedgewick Lake Sparkle in the Park brightens the holiday season

LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTOS

Leslie Cholowsky Editor

In mid-November, the Sedgewick Lake Park Board came up with an idea of renting campsites at Sedgewick Lake Park to residents, groups, and businesses for the purpose of creating a Christmas light display. The board put the idea out to the community, asking for a commitment of 10 rentals by the end of November to go forward. The idea was a hit right from the start, with 15 campsites booked by Nov. 20. In all, 22 sites were booked for the event, held Friday, Dec. 11, and Saturday, Dec. 12. Board member Jayne Odegard says they estimate that over 200 people attended each night, and many came bearing gifts for the Food Bank, as evidenced by the huge stacks of goods gathered by board members afterwards, which will be delivered to the Flagstaff Food Bank this Thursday. The event was drive-through only, and the displays

were fabulous, say those who drove through. A period of freezing fog late in the week left the trees dressed with frost, making Friday night’s display even more magical. Participants dealt with the aftermath of an overnight wind event on Saturday afternoon and were fully ready to go for that night’s crowd. Social media comments were overwhelmingly positive: “This was AMAZING! Thank you to all those that organized and decorated! You made a lot of people smile;” and “What a wonderful showcase of community spirit. So necessary in these times. Kudos to all who brought this to fruition.” Many took the opportunity to drive through the Town of Sedgewick, and also commented on the many homes decorated for Christmas. Visitors also said that they hoped this might become an annual event. Odegard says, “It was amazing, we had people from all over the county, from as far as Czar and Winfield that we know of.” The decorating winners were named in three categories. They are: business - RTS; community group Sedgewick Lions Club; and family - the Hebert family. Two gate prizes were given out, one each night, on Friday, Jacob Steil was the lucky winner, and on Saturday, Sarah Anderson. “Our community really sparkled this weekend!” says Odegard. The board says, “Many thanks to all in our Community that have decorated and spent their time to help brighten everyone’s weekend.”

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John Snethun

John Snethun was born on the farm North of Lougheed on October 21, 1930, to Anders and Inga Snethun, the third of five boys and passed away December 12, 2020, in St Mary’s Hospital, Camrose, AB, at the age of 90 years. John married Lorraine

Severson December 28, 1955. To this union three children were born, Ray (Brenda), Jim (Teresa), and Patricia (Calvin) Davidson. He leaves to mourn his passing his wife Lorraine, children Ray (Brenda), Pat (Calvin) Davidson, daughter-in-law Teresa, nine grandchildren John (Cheryl), Brent (Nicole), Scott, Jill (Andy), Cheryl (Aaron), Dana (Brandon), Alicia (Ryan), Aaron, and Nina. Nine great-grandchildren Avery, Joel, and Bridget Snethun, Corbin and Aspen Snethun, Jack Snethun, Cael Perrot, Brinley and Austin Siminiuk. Brother Kris (Wilma), sis-

OBITUARIES Donald Fredrick Lewis

ters-in-law Katie Snethun and Donna Snethun, sisterin-law Elsie (Borge) Olstrom, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. John was predeceased by his son Jim, nephews Tage Snethun and Erik Snethun, brothers Andy, Lars and Peter and sisterin-law Isobel Snethun. Due to the COVID-19 restrictions, a private family service will be held. Memorial donations in memory of John can be made to Trinity Lutheran Church. Funeral arrangements by Fee & Sons Funeral Home and Crematorium Killam 780-385-3642

Alice Nikolina Sandahl

(March 30, 1916 December 9, 2020) Alice Nikolina Sandahl of Amisk, Alberta, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at the age of 104 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her sisters Astrid (Adam) Miller of Camrose, and Betty Sandahl of Edmonton; and sister-in-law Millie Sandahl of Edmonton. Alice was predeceased by her parents Edward and Anna Sandahl; sisters Emily, Vi, Edith, and Lillie; and brothers Elmer, Lars, and Hilmer. Due to Alberta health regulations, a private service will be held. Interment will take place in the Amisk-Park Lutheran

Cemetery. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Alice's memory may be made to the Amisk-Park Lutheran Church (Box 115, Amisk, AB. T0B 0B0) or to the charity of one's choice. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com. Burgar Funeral Home Camrose & Daysland in care of arrangements. 780-672-2121. “Dedicated service since 1906”

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Donald Fredrick Lewis was born to Jake and Josephine Lewis at Killam, Alberta on February 25, 1943, and passed away suddenly at home on November 22, 2020, at the age of 77 years. Fred was the nineth of 10 children born to Jake and Josephine Lewis. Fred is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Joanne; one son, Michael (Andrea) Lewis of Killam, one daughter, Joleen (Darren) Blaeser of Killam; four grandchildren; Kirklynd Blaeser, Rheana Blaeser, Mckayla Lewis, and Barrett Lewis; three brothers; Cecil Lewis, Raymond (Margaret)

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2005; brothers, Charlie on September 14, 2000; Orvil on January 29, 1996; and Bill on November 19, 2004; sister-in-law, Betty Lewis on August 28, 2014 and brother-in-law, Frederick O’Riordan on December 13, 2011. Memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Cancer/Breast Cancer Foundation, MS Society, STARS or a charity of donor’s choice.

Lewis, Daniel (Gert) Lewis, one sister; Shirley (Keith) Gillespie; three sisters-in-law; Bernice Lewis, Clara Lewis and Mary Ann Lewis; numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his Mother on December 29, 1953, at 52 years of age and Father on November 24, 1976, at 92 years of age; sisters, Dorothy O’Riordan on January 11, 1984; Mamie Lewis on February 28,

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Daysland DAYSLAND, KILLAM Alliance Church & ROSALIND 5030 - 57 Street UNITED CHURCHES Phone: (780) 374-3777 Pastors Kirby Schmidt-Teigen

In-Person Services and Rob Johnson Suspended until Sunday Worship Service Sundays 10:45am Further Notice. with guidelines in place Stay Home, Stay Safe. Youth Group Fridays 7pm. Find us on Youtube/FB Contact Pastor Kirby for details. Sundays at 10AM Sunday School Online

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Forestburg announces hiring of new CAO OBITUARY Donna Jean Fossen Leslie Cholowsky Editor

(December 12, 1937 December 9, 2020) Donna Jean Fossen of Killam, Alberta, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2020, at the age of 82 years. Left to cherish her memory are her children Tom of Sedgewick, Don (Joan) of Bawlf, and Dan (Karmen) of Rocky Mountain House; nine grandchildren; 16 greatgrandchildren; and siblings Roy Stover of Powell River, Jim Stover of Stony Plain, and Hazel Michel of Calgary. Donna was prede-

ceased by her husband Alan, daughter Colleen, son Rick, parents Don and Muriel Stover, brother Ernie, and sister Eileen. A private family service will be held at a later date. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Donna's memory may be made to St. Mary's Palliative Care (4607 53 St, Camrose, AB T4V 1Y5), Killam Cemetery (Town of Killam P.O. Box 189 Killam, AB T0B 2L0), or to the Killam Health Center Palliative Care (5203 49 Avenue Killam, Alberta T0B 2L0). To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com. Burgar Funeral Home Camrose & Daysland in care of arrangements. 780-672-2121. “Dedicated service since 1906”

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Just prior to the Province of Alberta introducing a mandatory mask bylaw last Tuesday, Dec. 8, Forestburg Village Council had already enacted the first bylaw mandating the wearing of mask coverings in the Flagstaff Region during their regular meeting on Wed., Dec. 2. Forestburg Mayor Blaise Young said Friday, Dec. 4, “We were considering it before now, then with the outbreak in Forestburg

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very familiar with Forestburg having grown up in the village. He is Fred and Margaret Dibben’s son. “I even taught him in school,” says Young. “I think it’s great that he is returning home to his community.” Dibben has a strong background in municipal government, having worked for 25 years with the Province, and most recently working in Westlock as CAO, and Drayton Valley prior to that. He started Monday, Dec. 14, in Forestburg.

Rural Roots 4-H Multi Club Report Mackena Hayes Club Reporter

Rural Roots 4-H Multi Club gathered Nov. 14 for sewing, meeting, and baking. Sewing was from 1 to 2 p.m., the meeting was from 2 to 3 p.m., and baking was from 3 to 4 p.m. In sewing they made a pincushion. The at-home project is to make a face mask.

Topics that were covered in the meeting were: the approval of the Rural Roots 4-H Multi Club Constitution; their community service would have been baking for the Lougheed Ag Society general meeting, but it was cancelled due to COVID19. Their fundraiser this year was to collect bottles. Speak-Offs are set for Jan.

23 and Achievement Day is set for April 15. In baking they learned to read a recipe and their first baking project will be to make a bread pretzel. Rural Roots Multi Club held their next meeting through Zoom on Dec. 12. The sewing-at-home project will be to make aprons. Topics discussed were: that their community serv-

ice will be to make two masks for the seniors. They are still going to do Speak-Offs, but in a different format. In baking they discussed brown bag lunches. They can choose to make a lunch bag wrap or a muffuletta. This was their last meeting until 2021; Merry Christmas! The next zoom meeting is Jan. 9, 2021.

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stays on track. First, make sure you have a solid support staff. “It's pretty obvious when you come here,” Watkins chuckles, “I have family that's around, that is very hard-working, dedicated and creative, that you just can't beat. Makes my life easier.” Second, keep your mind on your tasks. “That’s always a big thing, just in life,” he says. And third, appreciate everybody that walks through your door. “That one, I can't say enough,” Watkins adds. “If they’ve decided to come to see you for whatever you’re doing, there’s nothing better than that. You should appreciate them 4909 48 Avenue; Sedgewick for being there.” Customers have been walking through his door for the past two-and-a-half years. Monday to Thursday: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The Little Liquor Store That Could, which Fridays: 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. boasts a spacious walk-in beer cooler, opened Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays: Noon to 5 p.m. its doors May long weekend 2018. A stone’s throw from the railroad tracks running Adam Watkins speaks from experience – through town, Railside Spirits has been chugand from the heart – when asked what ad- ging along ever since. vice he has for any would-be entrepreneurs The Christmas season at Railside is an eslooking to start up a business in the Flagstaff pecially fun time, notes Watkins. Region. “We always try and do fun things here The affable owner of Railside Spirits in leading up to Christmas,” he adds. Sedgewick offers three proven recommendaThe shelves are stocked with a variety of tions to ensure your venture gets going and yuletide gift packs and stocking stuffers. Fes-

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tive offerings include: advent wine calendars, vodka gift packs, a selection of Baileys Irish Cream, Crown Royal gift boxes, Jack Daniel’s gift packs, and Erdinger beer packs, as well as an assortment of local craft beer in a range of flavours such as pineapple and banana bread. Speaking of beer, Railside is also home to a growler station. Try what’s stocked in the station and if it suits your tastes, fill up a growler with it. Throughout the year, Railside supplies liquor for local lounges, community groups and a number of special events in the area. The list includes: Branch 55, OT’s, The Wildrose Co-op Recreation Centre, the Sedgewick golf course, the Flagstaff Scottish Club, and the Killam Firemen’s Ball. “If you have a business that you would like supplied to, we do offer delivery,” notes Watkins, who takes pride in keeping up with the latest trends in addition to providing the tried-and-true classics. “If there's a new idea, we look into it. We are always looking. We have a suggestion list, so that if anybody wants to try something or they have tried something and we don't have it, we will do our best to try and bring it in for them.” For more information, find Railside Spirits on Facebook and watch the video on The Community Press website.

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For Posterity Ownership of anything is really only temporary stewardship. Farm land may be owned for generations, but, sooner or later, someone else will eventually decide what to do on the land and with the land. Some of you might want to preserve particular areas of your land that have a greater, personal significance to you. You may not be able to take it with you, but there are ways to ensure pieces of land will remain as you left them or is limited to the uses put upon it by the title. This is possible by using a conservation easement placed upon the title. It stays with the title regardless of who buys the land. There are three types of conservation easements, each for a specific purpose. They are environmental, aesthetic, or agricultural reasons for a conservation easement. Conservation easements are also commonly being used as a tool in tax and estate planning

while preserving the values they believe in. In all cases, they are used protect, conserve, and/or enhance certain features on the land. They do not have to apply to a whole quarter, but can apply on small parcels in a quarter that have value to the owner. We’ve seen this happen south of Calgary where foothills ranches have used conservation easements to preserve the land use for grazing cattle and protect it from being developed into rural subdivisions. It is a way to protect certain property rights while at the same time allowing for the land to be continued to be used. The Easement is usually granted to a charitable organization, such as the Nature Conservancy of Canada or else a municipality to administer. Flagstaff County is an organization that is allowed to administer and monitor conservation easements in the

county. Environmental reasons can be landscape features like treed areas or land adjacent to creeks and rivers. It may be used to preserve a view, limiting development. This limiting of use does come at a cost, however. For agricultural purpose it may prevent certain native or treed areas from being broken and annually cropped. It can also outline permitted uses for either small patches or for a large segment of the land. When you limit the use of a piece of land, it removes some value from that land. The market value will reflect this. As the landowner, placing the easement, you can be eligible to a tax receipt equivalent to the loss of value from the easement. This is usually issued by the entity that holds the easement. Land trusts, Nature Conservancy of Canada, or a municipality can manage the easement. Once an easement is in place,

it must be monitored on an annual basis. A regular inspection and contact with the landowner(s) are essential. Record keeping is also a must. However, this is the responsibility of the group that holds the conservation easement. Sometimes there are opportunities to make changes to parts of the easement, but that is dependent on the original intent as expressed in the letter by the initial landowner. As the landowner, placing the easement costs significant value in the land. Think care-

fully what your purpose for the conservation easement is and what you want to achieve. Conservation easements are not for everyone, but they are a way to control land use beyond your ownership tenure. It’s up to each individual to determine if the value you forego in the sale, is worth the value you are trying to preserve and the legacy you leave behind. If you are interested in looking at using this tool as you look to transition from farming the land, please don’t hesitate to contact Flagstaff County.

Flagstaff Victim Services invites you to Join us in honouring

#localheroes2020 #flagstaffcounty Together, let’s honour ALL of our ﬁrst responders.

During the week of December 15 - 22 We want to see an EXPLOSION OF BLUE throughout our communities!! You can tie a blue ribbon or scarf on a tree, put blue hearts in your windows, decorate your front door in blue wrapping paper, make a giant blue snowman, or replace your porch lights with blue bulbs

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Don't forget to post a picture along with the hashtags, or email it to us here at ﬂagstaffvsu@gmail.com and we'll do it for you! All who participate in the campaign will be entered to win a fabulous gift basket full of wonderful local homemade vendors’ products! We will do the draw on our Flagstaff Victim Services Facebook Page on Dec. 22nd. Thank you to the RCMP. You put your life on the line to protect and save those around you, 24 hours a day, no questions asked. Thank you to the AHS Front Line Workers and Ambulance personnel. You are the calm voice amongst the chaos, your dedication and care does not go unnoticed!. Thank you to the Firefighters. You voluntarily put yourself in harm’s way every time that beeper goes off. Thank you to Flagstaff County Emergency Services. You aid in all forms of emergencies throughout the County, and are there to assist in any way day or night. POSTER DESIGN BY THE COMMUNITY PRESS

Like ‘Hospice Society of Camrose and District’ on Facebook and Join Us for these excellent upcoming topics streaming on Facebook Live: • Dec 16: Rhonda Watt: Coping with Grief during the Holidays • Jan. 6 Peter LeBlanc: Living with an Aging Body • Jan. 20 Rayne Johnson: Rituals and Celebrations for Life Transitions • Feb 3 Ricci Matthews: Hospice Volunteering in Rural Alberta • Feb 17 Beverly Drever: Being with Dying • March 3 Rajan Rathnavalu Contemplation and Palliative Care • March 17 Stacey Brewster: The Importance of Green Sleeves and Advance Care Planning

Ad Sponsored by FIRST (Flagstaff’s Informed Response Sharing Team). If you do not have access to the internet or a computer/device and want to take part in some of these courses, please Phone FFCS in Killam at 780-385-3976 and you can come access them at the FFCS Office in our Board Room or Library (socially distanced) on one of our computers. Take part in these important conversations!

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Rose Country Realty Ltd. BROKER 780-385-3100 5012 - 50 Street, Killam DAYSLAND

1,225 sq.ft. 2 bdrm manufactured house on a large lot. Call Andy $135,900 MLS #A1031197

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1,367 sq. ft. 3 bdrm w/ main floor laundry, completed basement, central A/C. Attached double garage. $169,000 Call Corey MLS #A1007366

KILLAM

3+1 bdrm bungalow close to school, hospital, shopping & recreation. Call Bud $198,900 MLS #A1012316

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Bud James Associate 780-385-0027

Corey Jacobsen Associate 780-608-8180

Kim Meyer Associate 780-608-5393

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SEDGEWICK

1,214 sq.ft. 3 bdrm bungalow w/ dble garage, deck and large yard. Call Bud $136,000 MLS #A1032644

FORESTBURG 1,072sq ft family bungalow in quiet cul de sac, 4 bdrms. Completed basement. Detached double garage w/ room for RV parking. Comes w/ 5 appliances. $177,500 Call Corey. MLS CA0172252

887 sq. ft. 2 bdrm bungalow w/ many renovations and large backyard. $65,000 Call Corey MLS #CA0194090

912sq. ft. 3 bdrm bungalow w/2 baths, main floor laundry, oak cabinets and heated garage. $73,000 Call Corey MLS #CA0151826

1,154 sq. ft. 2 bdrm bungalow w/ large kitchen, main floor laundry, covered deck and single car garage. $124,900 Call Corey MLS CA0151379

864sq. ft. 3 bdrm bungalow w/ 2 baths, open kitchen and eating area. Attached dbl garage. $130,000 Call Corey MLS CA0151077

1,600 sq.ft. 5 bdrm, 3 bath bungalow w/ fireplace, finished basement, fenced yard and dble det. htd. garage. Call Corey $184,000 MLS #A1038867

1,576 sq.ft. 5 bdrm, 2 bath 1 1/2 storey on 4.6 fenced acres in town on town water, sewer and garbage pick up w/ finished basement & dble det. garage. Call Corey $229,000 MLS #A1047253

2,470 sq/ ft. 5 bdrm, 2 storey home. Features large kitchen, formal dining room, main floor laundry. $300,000 Call Corey MLS #CA0169639

1,376 sq. ft. 3+3 bdrm bi-level, 2.5 baths, attached dble garage, fenced yard w/ covered deck and RV parking. Call Bud $265,000 MLS #A1026525

LOUGHEED

912 sq.ft. 2 bdrm bungalow w/ partially finished basement on a private lot w/ covered deck & patio. Call Bud $59,000 MLS #A1047036

1,483 sq.ft. 2 bdrm bungalow. Finished basement suite w/ separate entrance. Call Loni $210,000 MLS #CA0189418

Residential lots ready to build on in new subdivision. Lots are located on the west side of the village. All services are at the lot line. Prices range from $40,600 to $67,600 Call Corey for more info. Build your dream home on this affordable residential lot with a park view and walking distance to golf course. Call Corey $34,000 MLS #CA0165020

Various residential lots available. Services ready to be hooked up. For sizes and pricing call Bud.

1,248 sq.ft. 3 bdrm bi-level w/ attached heated garage., completed basement, 3 season sunroom and RV parking. Call Loni $234,900 MLS #CA0191251

4 bdrm, 2 bath bi-level on 3 lots w/ oversized dble heated garage and RV parking. Call Loni $235,900 MLS #A1035637

SEDGEWICK 1,040 sq.ft. 4 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow w/ updated kitchen, single & double garages and RV parking. Call Loni $278,000 MLS #A1021080 1,008sq.ft. 2 bdrm, 2 bath open concept bungalow with main floor laundry. Call Loni $55,000 MLS #A1023789

KILLAM 1,076sq. ft. 3 bdrm bungalow w/2 baths, partially completed basement and double garage. $130,000 MLS CA0103808

1,456 sq.ft. 4 bdrm bungalow w/ attached single htd garage and breezway. Call Loni $195,000 MLS #A1041456

921sq.ft. 4 bdrm bungalow on 2 lots. Priced well below assessed value! $55,000 Call Loni MLS #A1002912

3 bdrm mobile home on its own lot. Backs onto golf course. Call Kim $72,900. MLS CA0075798

STROME

1,080 sq.ft. 4 bdrm, 3 baths, finished basement, main floor laundry, dble heated garage and RV parking. Call Loni $249,000 MLS #A1024596

VIKING

3,506 sq.ft. 3 bdrm bungalow, 2 baths, indoor pool w/ bath and completed basement. Call Loni $227,900 MLS #CA0153046

ACREAGES

1,184 sq.ft. 5 bdrm bungalow w/ developed basement with sauna. Call Bud $164,000 MLS #A1006953

1,196 sq.ft. 2 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow w/ partially finished basement, covered patio, oversized single garage & additional parking. $99,000 Call Bud. MLS #A1037938

15 acre parcel of land situated on HWY 13 close to the Regional Airport. Zoned Highway Commercial District, allowing for various permitted uses. Call Bud $99,000 MLS #A1004592

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Jade Hulkovich Jennifer Shields Associate Associate 587-322-3747 780-781-3304

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Dallas Hulkovich Associate 587-282-1195

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COMMERCIAL FORESTBURG - 3,000 sq. ft. bldg set up for retail or office space. Storage area behind front, large shop/work area set up for a body shop. Call Corey. $92,000. MLS CA0111479 -------FORESTBURG – Building and business. Turn key business opportunity. Recycling bottle, electronic depot, café & ice cream shop. Highway location. Call Corey $920,000 MLS #CA0177964 -------GALAHAD – Package deal House w/ 9 unit facility managed as motel, mobile home on adjacent lot, detached dble garage and shed. Call Otto $85,000 MLS #CA0183937 -------FLAGSTAFF COUNTY – 15 acre parcel of land situated on Hwy 13 close to Flagstaff Regional Airport. Highway frontage. Various permitted uses. Call Bud $99,000 MLS #CA0184653 -------KILLAM - Residential 65’x120’ lot. Ready for development. Call Bud. $35,000. MLS #CA0137753 -------KILLAM - Commercial parcel – 4.05 acres w/ access to 2 major hwys #13 & #36. Acces to water, nat. gas, 3 phase power. Call Bud $79,000 MLS #A1015280 -------KILLAM - Various commercial lots available. Tax incentives available to help get you started. For sizes and pricing Call Bud. -------KILLAM - 2-Storey 1927 brick bldg on Main St. Killam houses the Big Owl Nite Club & Lounge w/ residential rental suite on upper level. $185,000 Call Otto MLS #A1033492 -------KILLAM - 3,264 sq.ft. Turnkey woodworking/cabinet making business w/ great reputation& large service area. Prime location at corner of 2 major hwys! Call Bud or Otto. $442,000 MLS #A1050317 ---SEDGEWICK - 2,040 sq.ft. retail space available in heart of downtown. Call Bud $97,500 MLS #A1052052

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Flagstaff County COVID-19 numbers dropping rapidly Editor

While Flagstaff County’s COVID-19 numbers are improving rapidly, the region reported its second COVID-19 death over the weekend. The region has seen 26 recovered cases since last Tuesday, Dec. 9, with 85 cases total since the outbreak, and now 69 recovered cases. That leaves 14 active cases, meaning the area has only had six new cases since last week’s count. The province continues to mark high case counts, with 1,717 on Sunday (Saturday), and a whopping 1,887 cases on Monday (Sunday), but a substantial drop on Tuesday, at 1,341 with 742 people in hospital; 137 of those in intensive care. There have now

been 744 COVID-19 related deaths in the province, with 11 more reported Dec. 15. Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer, said she’s hoping the province is starting to see a plateau in new case numbers, but she is carefully watching hospitalization numbers with some concern. Alberta administered its first vaccines on Tuesday, Dec. 15, with workers from the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton and Foothills Hospital in Calgary receiving the first Pfizer vaccine doses Tuesday afternoon. Premier Jason Kenney said the province received 3,900 doses on Monday, and expects 25,300 to follow, with Moderna vaccines also expected to arrive soon.

Alberta Health Services will begin booking appointments with intensive care unit health-care workers, respiratory therapists, and long-term care workers eligible to be immunized. Eligibility will begin with workers at the highest risk facilities. In January, the province will continue to offer vaccine to eligible groups of health-care workers, including staff at long-term care and designated supportive living facilities in order to protect vulnerable Albertans. Residents of these facilities will begin to receive vaccine as soon as it can be transported from the cold storage depots to off-site vaccination locations. In addition to the groups mentioned above, also in Phase 1 of Alberta’s vaccine strategy are seniors

aged 75 and older, on-reserve First Nations individuals and on-settlement Metis individuals age 65 and older, and health-care workers who are most likely to transmit COVID19 to those at greatest risk and who are critical for maintaining hospital capacity. The Province rolled out a new Community Care Outreach Campaign Tuesday targeted at the 11 highest-hit areas of Edmonton and Calgary, where teams of workers will actually hit the ground and enter

neighbourhoods with information, care packages, and support. He said the province is also expanding free selfisolation support, with hotels in Calgary, Edmonton, and Peace River, with more to be added in Ft. McMurray and Red Deer. Also new is a Community Care Campaign individual temporary emergency payment of $625 once the hotel isolation period is completed. These self-isolation spaces will include hotel, culturally appropriate

meals, transportation, and financial support and will be offered at no cost to those who need them. Kenney said the goal of the new campaign is to get a clear message to those who can’t safely self-isolate with on-the-ground information. A new information campaign in a number of different languages is also being put in place. Kenney said information about the new vaccine will be included, to ensure factbased information is being shared.

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New partnership announced for 4-H Alberta Alberta 4-H announced a new partnership with the Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) Education Foundation. The CPA Education Foundation is the charitable arm of CPA Alberta. It’s focus is strengthening the future of accounting education through community partnerships by supporting business education and students aspiring to be CPAs. Both organizations have a lot of similarities when it comes to fostering and mentoring youth to become future leaders in the community, and the partnership will allow Alberta 4-H, which includes 6,200 youth across the province, to access more develop-

ment tools, resources, and financial aid to attend post-secondary education. “We are extremely excited about all the possibilities that come with this new partnership and the opportunity to work with a like-minded community partner who values and supports Alberta's youth as much as we do. What a great way to facilitate the engagement and empowerment of youth in Alberta,” says Kurt Kinnear, CEO of 4-H Alberta. “The CPA Education Foundation and its Hesje CPA Knowledge Centre understand and appreciate the importance of our young members who will become the future leaders in our communities.”

Executive Director of the CPA Education Foundation Rachel Miller says, “The CPA Education Foundation believes it’s never too early to aspire towards being a leader in the community. “We’re thrilled to partner with 4-H Alberta to inspire and educate promising young Albertans in rural communities, and help them to become connected, engaged citizens.” “We look forward to working with the CPA Education Foundation and 4H Alberta is very proud of this generous and inspiring partnership that will give back to communities across Alberta,” said Kinnear.

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