December 18 Weekly Review

Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Merry Christmas!

$1 includes GST

Vol. 42, No. 51

‘It’s a Beaut, Clark’ celebrates the best of lights The 2nd Annual Christmas Lights Competition, "It's a Beaut Clark!," took place the evening of Thursday, Dec. 12. While the judges were busy checking out all the entries for residential and business categories, an event was held along 56 Avenue where there are so many lights and decorations it looked like Viking's own "candy cane lane." The Viking Lions had a tent where people could come and enjoy hot chocolate and fresh pop-

corn to keep warm. There was a bonfire on the street and the Town of Viking float with its lights and Viking theme were also there. Santa Claus and his elves braved the frigid temperatures as well.

Wagon rides were available and food bank donations could be also be made at this holiday season event. This year's winners from the Christmas lights contest were: 1st the Zarski Family; 2nd the Radford Family; and, 3rd - the Rauser Family.

Over $1,200 raised

Thanks to the generous minimum $5 donations of our readers, The Weekly Review was once again successful in its “Fill the Tree” campaign during the holiday season. This year, $1,236 was raised, which will be split between the Community Christmas Hamper program and the Viking/Holden Food Bank.

Above: Caribou Publishing employee Jayden Lesmeister poses with this year’s filled tree. Thank you to all who donated. Look for it next year again starting in October.

Page 2 - The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Staff changes coming to Viking RCMP - Mouland leaving for new position Patricia Harcourt Editor Cpl. Brad Mouland, Viking RCMP commander, reported to Viking Council Dec. 16 on staff changes coming to the detachment in the new year.

"I'm going to be leaving at some point," said Mouland, for a promotion in Lloydminster.

However, "there is no departure date," with various factors at play such as when he sells his house or when the new detachment wants him to report for duty.

"In a perfect world," he said, there would be overlap between the old commander departing and new one coming on stream.

However, there have been no applications received from candidates with the service level requirements to fill his position, he said. "We've had zero people apply which puts a damper on that."

And, "the job won't be posted again until the house is sold," he said, "so there will be a gap," between the time he leaves and a new commander takes over.

Cst. Andrea Bole is also leaving the detachment for a posting in Wetaskiwin, and "could stay until she sells her house."

And there is the possibility that a new person will come on stream in January for training.

Other changes of late have Viking and Killam

detachments coordinating by sharing on call time with each other. A former sharing of services with Tofield's detachment didn't work out due to the distance between them and internal factors, he said.

"It was not a successful venture," he said, but did allow members to get actual time off without being tied to the phone for on call duties preventing burn out on the part of members.

Now the detachment has teamed up with Killam RCMP and appears to be working with the detachments a little closer in distance. "We're up to full staff in Viking," he said, and "we share a lot of on call with Killam."

Mouland said Viking was "one of the top detachments in the division," in terms of having on call hours. He acknowledged on a question from Councillor Judy Acres that it was possible that reputation may make it more difficult to find someone to fill his position.

He said that people want more free time and to work in larger centres which allows for that to happen, he said. But he added that, "Killam is working out very well‌We could see both detachments working in other areas (of police enforcement)."

Mouland also said the payoff has been increased efficiency and members getting more time off in the Viking detachment.

Mouland also addressed the increase in funding for

rural policing recently announced by the province that will see 300 police officers added to the rural Alberta in the next three years.

On Dec. 5, the province announced what it called "an historic investment in rural policing" by adding more than 500 RCMP positions in rural communities across the province and See RCMP P11

Main Street Viking, AB

Stop in for your Fresh Centrepiece p Class Last Minute Pricing Gifts! starts at Fri $45 Friday, ida ayyChristmas ,

Includes hot De ec. We have puzzles, Lug, Dec. beverage of Store r Spe S Specials! ecia i ls! l ! ls New st stock! tockk! k! Barefoot Venus, purses, your choice goodiess an and nd d Last Class Applee Cider!

Cid der! er! r! jewellery, cards, of 2019! home decor, and more!

Regular Cattle Sales every Tuesday at 9 a.m.

Regular Cattle Sales Resume January 7, 2020 Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Cliff Grinde 780-336-6333 Darcy Sheets 780-336-6485 Robert Kunnick 780-336-6301 Mel Pydde 780-933-0048 Ed McCormack 780-787-0083

VIKING Auction Market Ltd. Corner of Hwy 26 & 36 Viking, AB

780-336-2209 www.vikingauctionmarket.ca

Viking Meats 780-336-3193 Shop for all your Holiday Trimmings here! Make it a Christmas Dinner to remember!

780-336-2476

Thank you for all your support.

We wish you a Merry Christmas!

The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - Page 3

Viking Christmas Light up competition winners

First Place: The Zarski Family took first place for their beautiful display at the Second Annual Christmas Lights Competition held on Dec. 12. Mayor Jason Ritchie (far right) presents a framed picture of the winning entry to the family.

Third Place Winner: The Rauser Family accepts a framed picture of their third place winning entry at the 2nd Annual Christmas Lights Competition from Mayor Jason Ritchie (far right).

Second Place Winners were The Radford Family. They weren’t available at press time to pose with their framed picture.

Viking Cold Beer & Liquor Store

*All prices PLUS Barefoot White GST& Zinfandel Deposit*

Cathedral Cellar

American Vintage Hard Iced Tea 12 cans 99

$1095

$895

$24

8 1 c e D E L SA 5 Jan CCoors Banquet 224pk cans

$4799

Alberta Premium Rye 750 ml

Smirnoff Vodkaa 750 ml

$1995

$2295

$2595

95

$22

750ml

Corona & Corona Light 12 bottles bottle 95

Molson Canadian adian ht & Coors Light 24pk 99 cans

Miller Genuine Draft 12pk bottles

BBacardi White & Gold Rum

$29

$39

Nude Vodka Soda 12pk assorted

$2495

Original 16 15cans $2595

Brewhouse & Brewhouse Lite 15cans $1995 24 pk cans Budweiser, Kokanee, 99 Bud ud Light g

$39

Ryan’s Irish CCream 750 ml

$$1495 Busch Beer 95 15 pack $22

Rolling Rock 95 15 pack $22

780-336-3321 We’ll be Closed Dec. 25

Brava Pilsner $2295 24 pack 15 pack

$2995

We will beat any price in town by a toonie!

Merry Christmas from Don, Patti, Lorraine, Carla, & Lynne

Ca Carolans Irish Cream Cr 7750 ml

$$1995

Page 4 - The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Opinion The right woman is available for the job

back into our community, either by donating directly or by enhancing the community itself. Do the math! If these groups have to fold because of lack of members, are you willing to go to the work and expense of putting on an event which can bring in a decent amount of money for your cause when you would probably need to get liability insurance, a liquor permit signed by someone who is willing to take responsibility for that, a food handler's permit or caterer's expense for a meal, entertainment expense, not to mention security, etc.? I think not.

Most groups are not sticklers when it comes to attending meetings. They just want some able bodied people available when needed. And some new ideas. As president of the Legion, chaplain of the Royal Purple, and secretary of the Historical Society (to name just a few), I invite you to come to one meeting and see what we are about. You might be surprised. And we would love to see you.

Yours truly, Elehda Sevcik, Viking, AB.

Dear Editor:

Re: An open letter to all Viking and area residents, I am writing this in response to the letter to the editor from our mayor, Jason Ritchie, as well as the Royal Purple update written by Dawn Hodgins, both of which were in the November 20 edition of this paper. As a member of both organizations, as well as many more in the town and area, I agree with what they are both saying. I believe that every organization except those directly involved with the youth in the community, has a membership whose average age is 60 or more. So when you are approached for a donation of your time, whether it be to attend a meeting once a month, or work a casino, or fundraise by some other means, please don't think you'll just write a cheque and it will all be looked after. I mean, by all means write that cheque, but make sure there is someone in that organization who is capable of doing whatever physical work needs to be done with that money to make things happen!

And speaking of casinos and fundraising, both these organizations have casinos coming up before the end of March. AGLC asks that key positions on both shifts be members of the organization. Key positions are general manager, banker and cashier. There are two shifts, so six "members" are needed At the last meetings, only three or four had agreed to work. Not so long ago, we had counted the number of groups from this area who work casinos, mostly in Red Deer, and had come up with about 30.

We will be CLOSED At that time the average December 19-26 take home payout to the groups was $25,000 or better. Even with today's economy, I believe the average (Limited staff availability due to holidays) is still about $18,000 to $20,000 Each group goes to work a casino approximately once every three years, and most groups donate close to half of what they make Merry Christmas & Thanks for making our 106th year so special!

Next paper is FRIDAY, January 3, 2020 Deadline is Thursday, January 2 at 1 pm

We Re-Open Friday, December 27

Proudly serving the communities of Viking, Bruce, Kinsella, Holden, Irma, Innisfree, Ryley, Rural Vegreville, and surrounding areas since 1913!

Published every Wednesday at 5208 - 50th Street, Viking, AB. Agreement #40005387 Publications Mail Registration No.09205

Email news@weeklyreview.ca or mail to Box 240, Viking, AB, T0B 4N0, All letters must be signed by their author.

LETTER

In the brutally cruel world of politics, leaders who do not win elections can be cast aside with extreme prejudice. That seems to be what happened this week to Conservative Party leader Andrew Scheer, who said he will resign upon the party naming a new leader.

Despite losing the election to Liberal PM Trudeau, Scheer led his party to 22 more seats in Parliament. Despite a Howdy Doody-like appearance and personna, the real Andrew Scheer never really did stand up.

Just who is Andrew Scheer? Is he the rising star he once appeared to be? At only 25 years old he was named a Conservative candidate winning in the 2004 federal election. At 27 he was named Assistant Deputy Chairman of Committees of the Whole. In 2011 he became the Speaker of the House of Commons, the youngest ever in Canadian history. Then at the age of 38 he was named leader of the Conservative Party of Canada.

Quite a resume, but despite that there seems to be ambiguous sides to Andrew Scheer. He claimed to be a former insurance salesman, yet never sold a policy. Scheer was a Catholic who didn’t believe in abortion or equal marriage, yet could never seem to articulate to the media his reasons which were obviously religious in nature - and that should be okay. Scheer wanted to become Canadian Prime Minister, yet he held dual Canadian and American citizenships, had filed US tax returns and was actually registered for the draft under the US Selective Service System and could be conscripted into the United States Armed Forces in the event of a national emergency. Geez.

Scheer criticized PM Justin Trudeau’s elitism yet was making $280,000 per year as Opposition Leader, had free housing in a mansion and free food cooked by a chef. In addition to all that, he had his party members pay for his children’s private schooling.

The long knives were already out in the Conservative Party wanting him to resign sooner rather than later, but this private schooling news hitting the media was the final straw. Scheer was left with no choice but to be fired or resign, and he chose the latter.

But with every negative action, there can be a positive reaction: A blessing in disguise as they say.

Throughout the history of the Conservative Party in Canada there has been but two female leaders. Kim Campbell became party leader and Prime Minister in June 1993 when she replaced Brian Mulroney yet was defeated in a federal election just over four months later. Rona Ambrose was interim party leader from November 2015 to May 2017 and because of that could not run for the party leadership Scheer eventually won.

I am a believer in hiring by merit and not by race, gender, or sexuality; yet in my opinion there is a very strong female candidate for the leadership of the Conservative Party at this very moment. Truthfully, she was always already there.

Rona Ambrose, 50, is an intelligent politician and tremendous speaker whose resume includes; interim leader of the opposition and Conservative Party, Minister of Health, Minister of Public Works, Minister of Western Economic Diversification, Minister of Labour, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, President of the Privy Council and Minister of the Environment. Plus she has a likability Scheer lacked.

Perhaps it is time for a woman’s touch, when it comes to putting the Conservative Party back into position to lead this country from the ruin PM Justin Trudeau will no doubt have left it in. I hope so.

KERRY ANDERSON

Box 240, Viking, Alberta, T0B 4N0 Ph 780-336-3422 Fax 780-336-3223 News: news@weeklyreview.ca Ads: ads@weeklyreview.ca Website: www.weeklyreview.ca

Have an Opinion?

Write a Letter to the Editor.

SUBSCRIPTION RATES: Within Alberta - $35.18 per year (Includes GST) Overseas - $210.00 per year and U.S.A. - $115.50 per year Counter Sales Copies: $1 copy including GST. E-Subscriptions: 1 Year - $16.75 plus GST Funds by the Government of Canada

OUR OFFICE HOURS: Mondays 9 am - 1 pm Tuesdays CLOSED Wed - Fri 9 am - 5 pm

REGULAR STAFF: Eric Anderson~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Publisher Patricia Harcourt~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Editor-in-Chief Ally Anderson~~~~~~~~~~Production/Sales Manager Kennedy Labreche~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Office Assistant

LETTERS POLICY: The Weekly Review welcomes Letters to the Editor.

Letters must be signed and include an address and a phone number for authenticity. The Weekly Review reserves the right to edit letters for legal considerations, taste, brevity, and editorial direction.

Letters and Editorials/Cartoons do not represent the corporate views of Caribou Publishing.

The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - Page 5

Word on the Street: theft reported at Kinsella cemetery On December 9, police received a complaint of an injured deer east of Viking. A patrol was made, however, the deer was not located.

That afternoon, police were advised of a twovehicle collision that occurred at an intersection on 50 Street in Viking. No injuries were incurred.

During the early morning hours on December 10, Viking members assisted Killam RCMP with an armed robbery in Forestburg. The suspect, who was wielding a knife, attempted to gain entry to a bar just as it was being closed for the night. Killam RCMP are still investigating this incident.

Early on December 11, police responded to a domestic dispute at a rural residence near Viking. Police spoke with both parties and neither wanted to pursue charges. They both admitted to being at fault for the situation and did not want any further police involvement.

Late that night, Viking members assisted Killam RCMP with a complaint of an unwanted female at a residence

who was refusing to leave. Checks on the female showed she had been reported missing from the Ponoka Centennial Centre and she was to be arrested under a Form 3 Warrant and returned to the Centre. Killam members completed the arrest and transport.

On December 13, CN Police reported a black

SUV had struck a railway crossing arm at the train tracks on Highway 36 in Viking. Police attended but the vehicle in question was not on scene.

CN Police advised they would conduct their own investigation.

That afternoon, police received a complaint of a break and enter and theft at the cemetery

south of Kinsella. Culprits broke into a shed and stole numerous gardening tools.

The next day, the culprits returned and stole a ride on lawn mower. This matter is still under investigation.

On December 14, police received a complaint of a possible impaired driver. Patrols

NYBACK RV CENTRE Your Premier Motorhome & Coach Service Providers

From Bumper to Bumper We Got You Covered!

• Mechanical (Oil Change, Tune Ups, Suspension, Insurance Inspections, Diesel or Gas Engines) • Electrical • Systems Upgrades • Restorations • Solar • Upholstery • Decals • Flooring • Renovations • Towing Systems • Water Damage • Insurance Claims • Delamination Repair • Alignments and so much more, just give us a call today.

Honesty. Integrity. Service.

3710 - 47 Ave. Camrose

780-679-5805 www.nybackrv.com

Thursday, January 9, 2020 7pm Viking Community Hall We need new members and there are positions that need to be filled to continue operating in the community. If we do not get all the positions filled, we will have no other choices but to close down the Ag Society leaving the community without any access to government funding. We will have no other choice but to sell off all assets owned and operated by the Ag Society.

offences.

Viking RCMP members and staff would like to take this time to wish everyone in the communities they police, a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Safe New Year.

Viking RCMP

SUITE FOR RENT Fully Furnished with kitchenette.

Includes free cable, wifi & all utilities. $1000- $1350 per month+ tax.

Bruderheim area.

1 ~ 5 8 7 ~ 7 3 1 ~ 1 6 9 0

Church Services For December 2019 Golden Valley Lutheran Church All are welcome to worship with us as we celebrate the birth of our Savior Jesus Christ Friday, Dec. 20 6:00PM – Christmas Gathering Sponsored by Mission to Many & Men’s Christian Fellowship Turkey & Buns provided Please bring salad or dessert if able Everyone Welcome

Sunday, Dec 22 10:00AM – Worship Service 11:30AM – Lunch – (provided) Followed by Sunday School Christmas Concert and Christmas Caroling

Sunday Evening, Dec 22 7:00PM – Longest Night Service

Viking & District AG Society

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

were made, however, the vehicle in question was not located.

During this time period, police also dealt with numerous reports of deer collisions and issued violation tickets for various traffic

at Holy Heart Catholic Church for those grieving at Christmas

Barb Chrystian 780-385-0631 BRUCE - Charming bungalow in Bruce. 2 bdrms up, 2 bdrms down.

Large lot w/plenty of room for storage.

Garden, gazebo.

$127,000

VIKING - 2 Bedroom Bungalow, Detached single garage, in a great location.

Full Basement. Large Lot. Make this your home.

$117,000

REDUCED

ACREAGE - Between Viking and Bruce. 10 acres. South of Hwy 14.

Great Location to build your new home, older 3bdrm mobile, nicely treed.

$99,000

Tuesday, Dec 24 8:00PM – Christmas Eve Worship Service Candlelight Service with Holy Communion

Friday, Jan 3, 2020 6:30 PM – Lutefisk Dinner ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY Tickets are $25.00 each Contact Muriel at 780-336-2444

Roman Catholic Family Father Luan Vu Office: 780-336-3382 Viking: 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month mass will be at 11:15 a.m. 2nd and 4th Saturday - 6:30 p.m.

If there is a 5th Sunday, mass will be at 9 a.m.

Holden: Saturday, 1st, 3rd, and 5th, 6:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2nd and 4th, 9 a.m.

Vegreville: Saturday: 4:30 p.m. 1st and 3rd Sunday at 9 a.m. 2nd and 4th Sunday at 11:15 a.m. If the month has a 5th week, service will be Saturday at 4:30 p.m

United Church Rev. Scott Reynolds - Office: 780-336-3103 Viking: Sunday School- 9 a.m. Sunday Worship- 9 a.m.

Irma: Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m.

VIEW OUR EXCLUSIVE LISTINGS

Viking Alliance Church

Camrose Office 780-679-2271

Sunday School: 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship: 10:45 a.m.

www.swancityrealty.com

Rev. Darren Anderson - Office:

780-336-4950

www.vikingalliancechurch.com

Page 6 - The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019

RCMP commander issues letter of support for outgoing development officer Patricia Harcourt Editor

RCMP commander for Viking Detachment Cpl. Brad Mouland issued a letter of support for Doug Lefsrud, whose development officer contract has been terminated by the Town of Viking.

Lefsrud was just one year into his three year mandate for the position after being the town's recreation director.

The termination follows on the heels of cutbacks from the province.

Monday night, Viking Council went in-session (formerly in camera) to discuss the 2020 capital and operating budget drafts. The development officer position would be a line item in that budget, and its elimination would save the town a certain amount of funds.

At the meeting, council passed the capital budget for 2020, and the operating budget as presented.

It included the elimination of the economic development officer's position as a key funding savings for the town.

But Mouland's statement appeared to imply that there is more than dollars and cents at stake.

"We see a lot of value for what he's done for the town," he said, speaking of Lefsrud's role. "He's been a real ambassador and a great liaison for us."

Mouland said he was making the statement on behalf of the RCMP detachment as well as on a "personal perspective" basis.

"A lot of people share our sentiments," he concluded, to a silent response from Viking Council after his pres-

entation.

As well as development, Lefsrud has been responsible for the founding, arranging,

publicizing, and coordinating of many events within the Town of Viking over the years.

His position ends as

100

Town of Viking, CAO Don McLeod."

CAO McLeod could not be reached for comment as of press time.

Ralph Soldan Ralph REALTOR Soldan

REALTOR HOMEWISE Cell: YEARS Cell:780-603-0944 780-603-0944 REALTY BUS: 780-632-2542 SINCE 1913

BUS: 780-632-2542 resoldan@telus.net resoldan@telus.net

Office Address: 5013 - 48 Street, Vegreville, AB T9C 1T9

5239 - 55 Ave., Viking

5303 - 55 Ave., Viking

Must view, well-maintained and renovated home in prime location. 3 bdrm, 2 baths.

Single attached garage. $234,500 realtor.ca E4168731

Well maintained 1500+ sq. ft. 4 bdrm, 3 bath home with 22’ x 24’ detached 2 car garage. Large windows, recent upgrades, great price. $199,500 realtor.ca E4173410

5240 -59 Ave. Viking The work is all done. Well maintained 4 bdrm, 3 bath home. New flooring, shingles, windows, siding, air conditioning, steel doors, appliances, and more! $240,000 realtor.ca E4168054

ALL Women’s Fashions Including Purses Regular NOW 20% OFF Retail Prices

of the end of December 2019. In his final report to council Lefsrud stated: "I have turned over my ongoing activities to

and Happy New Year

50032 Rng Rd 153 Rural Beaver County Gorgeous and mature 8.94 acres of country living with easy commute to Vegreville. 4 bdrm, 4 baths, beautiful 2500 sq. ft home. $510,000 realtor.ca E4154484

46119 RNG RD 124 Rural Beaver County 10 acres with 1136 sq. ft. 3 bdrm, 2 bath bungalow.

Well maintained plus 2 car garage. Quiet setting, trees, pond, and open space. $229,500 realtor.ca E4149143

Viking Liquor Mart 5323 50 Street Viking, AB

(Doesn’t include scarves, mitts, gloves, toques)

Plus FREE GIFT WRAPPING! Flyer Prices in effect Friday, Dec. 20 to Thursday, December 26

Give the timeless Yankee Candle or Woodwick gift of a Willow Candle including Tree Ornament Melt Cups or Figurine & Warmers

25% OFF 20% OFF Happy New Year!

All Christmas Stock 35% OFF from Dec. 27 - 31!

Killam, Alberta 780-385-3598 Serving Town & Country since 1962

Hours: 8-6 Monday thru Friday, 9-4 Saturday & 11-5 Sunday

Beer & Coolers 8% OFF

STORE HOURS Monday to Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.

Sunday: 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Sale Runs: December 2 to February 29

NEW OWNERS! Hard Liquor & Wine 12% OFF!

BEAVER COUNTY SEED CLEANING CO-OP

Closed Dec. 20th - Jan. 5th

Serving all the farms, ranches, acreages and towns in Beaver County

Bruce, Holden, Kinsella Ryley, Tofield, Viking

Phone 780-688-3917 • Holden, AB

Order Printing LOCALLY! • Business Cards • Raffle Tickets • Forms • Envelopes Tofield Mercury & Weekly Review

Chronicle The Beaver County

A Free Weekly Publication Serving All of Beaver County Wednesday, December 18, 2019, Volume 12, Issue 51

County plans for cuts instead of raising mill rates - $1.1 million shortfall in uncollectable taxes must be made up Patricia Harcourt Beaver County Council held a wide ranging discussion around the 2020 budget Dec. 4. The choice was between raising mill rates in light of provincial downloading or making cuts to services and programs.

The discussion favoured cuts and council is again meeting Dec. 18 (this week) for further attempts to keep costs down in light of fallen revenues.

At that meeting, council will consider approving the 2020 interim budget with total expenditures of $24.1 million and total tax levy of $12.4 million.

Direction was given Dec. 4 for various possible cuts that would influence the upcoming budget.

This includes a consideration to fully suspend the dust control program for 2020, not entering into a contract for calcium supply and allowing residents to seek private dust control once product is approved by administration.

The county is dealing with at least $220,000 in provincial cutbacks to municipalities. Provincially legislated changes are expected to affect the non residential assessment regulations to the tune of at least $995,000.

As well, a "significant increase" of $1.1 million is expected in uncollectable non residential taxes, most of which are linear in nature.

"Administration has made best efforts to balance the budget without a mill rate increase and found savings to mitigate the provincial budget cutbacks and loss in assessment," stated financial officers Margaret Jones (Assistant CAO) and Ed Bujnowicz (Director) in a report to council.

But there will still be a financial shortfall of $1.2 million attributed to the uncollected county taxes.

Jones predicted that "more changes are coming" as policing costs are also to be downloaded, also referring to "historically high levels of uncollected non residential taxes," of $1.1 million. The county's assessment base has dropped $47 million. Wells and linear is down 35 per cent.

"We don't see it returning in the foreseeable future," she said. "If we don't increase the mill rate we will be short $1 million."

Leaving the situation as is, Jones said the county would have $955,186 less in tax revenues. She referred to a graph showing "a sharp dive in assessment and tax levy."

"It's the uncollected taxes on machinery and equipment that's killing us," said Jones.

"This is horrible but you're doing the best you can," replied Councillor Kevin Smook (Division 1).

Smook discussed shared services agreements while Councillor Barry Bruce (Division 4) questioned the cost of raising the mill rate.

Jones said 1 mill rate equals $122,000, calling a rise of 10 mill rates equalling the needed $1 million "not palatable."

Reeve Jim Kallal (Division 2) once again brought up the cost of the two county campgrounds. "We spent $570,000 for campgrounds last year," he said, participating through a teleconferencing call. "I think we all understand we're going to have to give quite a haircut (to the budget)."

Jones replied that, with 98 per cent of the shortfall due to uncollected taxes, "we have a revenue problem."

Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec (Division 3) said he would take the hit for suggesting deep cuts rather than raising taxes.

"Instead of downloading the cost onto the ratepayer maybe we should tighten our belts," he said, suggesting the county "sticks to last year's numbers.

"If we don't take from Peter we don't have to give to Paul," he said, referring to the suspension of dust control for one year.

"I think the people will understand it," he said, but then said, "I know the phone will ring off the hook…We've got to lead by example," noting he preferred $1 million in cuts to a substantial tax increase.

The Community Hall Program and rural road programs were discussed.

A motion by Hrabec was passed that the county freeze all 2020 funding under the shared services agreements to the lesser of the submitted amount or the county's 2019 budget amount, including all agreements between Beaver County, towns of Viking and Tofield, and villages of Holden and Ryley.

"The programs we cut…we're going to hear about them," he said. Smook called the discussion "a good exercise," noting the county would save $300,000 from the calcium program alone.

Hrabec suggested informing other municipalities of the county's intentions. "It won't be a good Christmas present," he said, "…but I think we need to be blunt," and give the boards and commissions "as much notice as possible as they are working on their budgets, too."

"I think everybody knows we're in a tight squeeze," said Kallal.

A motion by Hrabec for the county "to suspend all capital funding for all capital purchases for all

community organizations and regional services commissions" was tabled until Dec. 18's meeting.

Smook said he was "dead set against this one," referring to a meeting he would be attending that evening for budget discussions at the Beaver Emergency Services Commission (BESC).

"I know these are dire times but it puts zero dollars in for the fire halls," said Smook.

Reeve Kallal added: "It's kind of going at the jugular."

"We have to get that $1 million taken off," said Hrabec. "We've got to move forward…It's important to give administration direction."

A motion to reduce the Community Support Grants from $250,000 to $75,000 for 2020 was passed unanimously. Also included was a direction to bring the Community Support Policy back for a review.

As for dust control, Kallal said he considered it an essential service that the county shouldn't put on the ratepayer.

Hrabec had suggested perhaps the county could do the work but get the entire amount from the ratepayer rather than paying 50 per cent of the cost as it now does.

"Desperate times require desperate measures," said Smook, whose motion to discontinue the dust control program subsidy for one year passed.

"I'm totally not in favour," said Kallal, after the motion. "Dust control is a happy medium between nothing and providing paved service roads." He called it a health issue and a service.

"We can still offer the service at cost," said Hrabec.

Kallal replied: "I do feel we owe it to our ratepayers especially in high traffic areas, calling it a "small budget item." He opposed the motion.

He added: "I think we're in the deep end of the pool when it comes to fire protection service."

Also discussed was taking $177,000 out of the Beaver Municipal Solutions dividend funding and putting it toward the deficit.

CAO Bob Beck said: "We'll have to pass an interim unbalanced budget as a work in progress…We still have heavy lifting to do in January to March to make cuts."

He noted that, "administration has a list of its own we can look at in the New Year."

Both Hrabec and Bruce felt the ratepayers should be made aware of council's intentions, and get feedback.

The final 2020 budget is not usually completed until April or May following an interim budget at the end of December.

2 - Beaver County Chronicle, December 18, 2019

Christmas in the Country celebrated in Viking

%($9(5 081,&,3$/ 62/87,216 1(:6 8SGDWHG 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ &KULVWPDV +RXUV 7KHUH ZDV DQ HUURU LQ ODVW ZHHN¶V VFKHGXOH IRU WKH WUDQVIHU VWDWLRQ KRXUV GXULQJ WKH &KULVWPDV VHDVRQ %HORZ LV WKH FRUUHFW VFKHGXOH .LQVHOOD 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ :HGQHVGD\ 'HFHPEHU

&ORVHG

)ULGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

:HGQHVGD\ -DQXDU\

&ORVHG

9LNLQJ 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ 7XHVGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

6DWXUGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

7XHVGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

7RILHOG 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ :HGQHVGD\ 'HFHPEHU

&ORVHG

6DWXUGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

:HGQHVGD\ -DQXDU\

&ORVHG

/LQGEURRN 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ The rural parts of Beaver County were well represented at the Christmas Lights Parade in Viking with members of the Viking 4-H Beef Club on their brightly decorated float.

7XHVGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

7KXUVGD\ 'HFHPEHU

&ORVHG

6DWXUGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

7XHVGD\ 'HFHPEHU

-

3OHDVH NHHS WKLV XSGDWHG VFKHGXOH IRU RXU 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ KROLGD\ KRXUV KDQG\ IRU IXWXUH UHIHUHQFH

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³ER[´ ,I WKH JLIW FRPHV LQ D QLFH ER[ RU EDJ VNLS WKH SDSHU DOWRJHWKHU DQG MXVW DGG D ERZ RU PDNH D JLIW WDJ IURP DQ ROG &KULVWPDV FDUG Parrish and Heimbecker, the new regional grain facility near Viking, participated once again with a brightly coloured float in the parade during Viking's Community Christmas celebrations.

=HUR :DVWH &DQDGD D 9DQFRXYHU-EDVHG DGYRFDF\ JURXS HVWLPDWHV HDFK &DQDGLDQ WRVVHV DERXW NLORJUDPV RI JDUEDJH RYHU WKH KROLGD\V PRUH WKDQ WKH UHVW RI WKH \HDU WKDQNV WR WKH SXUFKDVH RI WRQQHV RI IRLO ELOOLRQ &KULVWPDV FDUGV DQG VL[ PLOOLRQ UROOV RI WDSH &KHFN RXW :DVWH 5HGXFWLRQ :HHN LQ &DQDGD¶V ZHEVLWH ZUZFDQDGD FRP IRU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ RQ WKHVH DQG RWKHU ZDVWH-IUHH KROLGD\ LGHDV WR UHGXFH \RXU &KULVWPDV ZDVWH WKLV \HDU 7ROO )UHH 3K 5DQJH 5RDG 6HFRQGDU\ +LJKZD\

%R[ 5\OH\ $% 7 % $

5\OH\ /DQGILOO +RXUV :HHNGD\V D P - S P 6DWXUGD\V DQG 67$76 D P - S P &ORVHG 6XQGD\V 127( FXVWRPHUV PXVW DUULYH DW OHDVW PLQXWHV SULRU WR FORVLQJ

/LQGEURRN 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ +RXUV 7XHV D P - S P 7KXUV D P - S P DQG 6DW - S P

7RILHOG 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ +RXUV :HG )UL DQG 6DW D P - S P

9LNLQJ 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ +RXUV 7XHV D P - S P 6DW D P - S P

Division 5 Councillor Dale Pederson brings greetings on behalf of Beaver County during the Christmas Luncheon in Viking Dec. 6.

PATRICIA HARCOURT PHOTOS

.LQVHOOD 7UDQVIHU 6WDWLRQ +RXUV :HG D P - S P )UL D P - S P

Beaver County Chronicle, December 18, 2019 - 3

County Reeve steps down as committee chair Patricia Harcourt Beaver County Reeve Jim Kallal resigned from his position as facilitator and chair of the Municipally Controlled Corporation Committee at an MCC meeting Dec. 5.

The committee is coordinating the change over of Beaver Municipal Solutions (BMS), a regional landfill near Ryley, to corporation status.

Taking over as chair for the MCC is Deb Dueck, who is mayor of the Town of Tofield and former MCC deputy chair. Jason Ritchie, mayor for the Town of Viking, is the new Deputy Chair of the MCC. Taking Kallal’s place as the county’s representative is Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec.

Kallal agreed to step down during a Beaver County Council meeting the previous day. But as Reeve, Kallal still has questions concerning the implementation of the municipally controlled corporation, and expressed the desire at council for answers prior to the

incorporation proceeding.

Both Kallal and Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec have asked for clarification of several issues, including long standing problems of odour control, mud tracked onto the highway, and birds in the area called cumulative effects.

The county also wants to have an equal part of the BMS Good Neighbour Grant as Ryley now receives. Ryley gets about twothirds more of the funding than the county does.

County Council also felt that the communication and perception of Claystone versus BMS was not being made clear, and that information was not being posted in a way that the public can easily access it.

Both have taken the stance that these issues need to be addressed before BMS incorporates and becomes Claystone Inc. However, Kallal said the answer from BMS was that these were issues best left to the newly incorporated board to resolve in 2021, which he found unsatisfactory.

Have a Happy Holiday Season

Other members of the MCC committee have complained the process is being held up on items that are not part of the incorporation process. The other municipalities including the Towns of Viking and Tofield and Villages of Holden and Ryley, recently passed motions accepting the business plan for the new entity.

This paves the way for a public hearing, or hearings, to take place, once Beaver County has accepted the business plan.

That move is being considered at the Dec. 18 meeting of council this week.

Beaver County has requested that only one public hearing be held in Ryley so other municipalities can hear the concerns of local residents in the village and surrounding countryside.

Tofield has decided to hold its own public hearing, rejecting that idea, but also plans to attend the hearing in Ryley. Monday night Viking Council agreed to only attend the one hearing in Ryley with the county.

Services

Hubert & Margaret Graham Parts, Sales & Service Bus: 780-663-3759 Res: 780-662-2384 Fax: 780-663-3799

ryalta@digitalweb.net 5108 - 50th St. Ryley, AB., T0B 4J0

Real Estate L /SEL BUYrma ti on i nfo dvi ce ! &a

780-983-3694 Office: 780-464-4100

Gerry Footz REALTOR

Website: www.gerryfootz.com

FCSS Community Programmer (Ryley/Tofield) quality of life of our community members.

Community Programmer.

Community Programmer (Ryley/Tofield) Date Posted:

December 9, 2019 January 10, 2020

line: Hours: Wage:

$22.00 per hour

Role Requirements

•

The development of programs and services that: o

Promote social development for children and families;

o

Enrich and strengthen the family unit;

o

Enrich and enhance the quality of life for older adults;

o

• • • • • • •

o

Promote volunteerism in the community;

o

Inform community members of resources and other services available to them within or outside of their community.

Knowledge of the Village of Ryley, Town of Tofield and Beaver County is an asset.

The ability to work with community members across the lifespan (children, youth, adults and seniors).

The ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

-related experience in a related Human Services field would be an asset. The candidate must possess a valid driver’s licence, his/her own Check.

Interested applicants may submit their resume by fax, mail or email to:

Box 1058, 5407-50 Street, Tofield, AB, T0B 4J0 Email: tboastradley@tofieldalberta.ca Direct Line: 780-662-7066 Facsimile: 780-662-7067

4 - Beaver County Chronicle, December 18, 2019

Beaver County Service Centre 5120 - 50 Street Box 140 Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (780) 663-3730 Fax: (780) 663-3602 Toll Free: 1-866-663-1333 www.beaver.ab.ca Email: administration@beaver.ab.ca

Notice of Public Hearing

Notice of Public Hearing

ADOPTION OF THE HOLDEN/BEAVER INTERMUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN VILLAGE OF HOLDEN BYLAW 4-2019 BEAVER COUNTY BYLAW 19-1079

ADOPTION OF THE VIKING/BEAVER INTERMUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN TOWN OF VIKING BYLAW 2019-686 BEAVER COUNTY BYLAW 19-1081

The Village of Holden and Beaver County wish to repeal the existing Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) and adopt a new IDP to address future land use and development, provision of transportation systems, coordination of intermunicipal programs, environmental matters, and other matters related to the physical, social, or economic development adjacent to the common boundary between the two municipalities.

The Town of Viking and Beaver County wish to repeal the existing Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) and adopt a new IDP to address future land use and development, provision of transportation systems, coordination of intermunicipal programs, environmental matters, and other matters related to the physical, social, or economic development adjacent to the common boundary between the two municipalities.

The IDP area is the land within the County and adjacent to the Village as shown below:

The IDP area is the land within the County and adjacent to the Town as shown below:

The Councils of the Village of Holden and Beaver County have scheduled a joint public hearing to consider arguments for and against the proposed bylaws to adopt the new IDP. The public hearing will be held on Monday, January 20, 2020, at 7:00 pm, in the Village of Holden Office. You are invited to attend the public hearing to express your views.

A copy of the proposed bylaws and IDP are available at the Village of Holden Office and the Beaver County Service Centre in Ryley during regular business hours or on-line at www.village.holden.ab.ca or www.beaver.ab.ca.

If you wish to speak at the public hearing, please register in advance by contacting the Village of Holden Office, attention Sherry Garbe, CAO, at 780-688-3928 or at vholden@telusplanet.net. Written submissions may be provided to Holden and Beaver County Councils during the public hearing, however it is requested that a copy of the written submission be delivered to Sherry Garbe, CAO, at the Village Office or by e-mail on or before 4:00 pm, January 13, 2020.

If you submit comments regarding the bylaw in writing, the information you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Sherry Garbe, Chief Administrative Officer Village of Holden Box 357 4810 50 Street Holden, AB T0B 2C0

Bob Beck, Chief Administrative Officer Beaver County Box 140 5120 50 Street Ryley, AB T0B 4A0

Beaver County Holiday Hours

The Councils of the Town of Viking and Beaver County have scheduled a joint public hearing to consider arguments for and against the proposed bylaws to adopt the new IDP. The public hearing will be held on Monday, January 20, 2020, at 5:30 pm, in the Viking Carena Complex (Louis Sutter Boardroom). You are invited to attend the public hearing to express your views.

A copy of the proposed bylaws and IDP are available at the Town of Viking Office and the Beaver County Service Centre in Ryley during regular business hours or on-line at www.viking.ca or www.beaver.ab.ca.

If you wish to speak at the public hearing, please register in advance by contacting the Town of Viking Office, attention Don McLeod, CAO, at 780-336-3466 or at cao@viking.ca.

Written submissions may be provided to Viking and Beaver County Councils during the public hearing, however it is requested that a copy of the written submission be delivered to Don McLeod, CAO, at the Town Office or by e-mail on or before 4:00 pm, January 13, 2020.

If you submit comments regarding the bylaw in writing, the information you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Don McLeod, Chief Administrative Officer Town of Viking Box 369 5120 45 Street Viking, AB T0B 4N0

Bob Beck, Chief Administrative Officer Beaver County Box 140 5120 50 Street Ryley, AB T0B 4A0

Notice of Development Permit The following Development Application has been APPROVED (except where otherwise noted) by the Development Officer under the provisions of Land Use Bylaw No. 98-801, subject to the right of appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.

APPEAL DEADLINE: January 02, 2019 Application No. 020020-19-D0053 Applicant: Carl Rudzki Location: Plan 782 2156; Block 2; Lot 1 NE-19-51-19-W4 Development: Reduce Side Yard Setback for Garage from 6.1 m (20â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) to 3.1 m (10â&#x20AC;&#x2122;) and Garage Door/Opener Mobile Repair Business Any person wishing to appeal a decision may do so by serving written notice on the prescribed form (stating reasons for the appeal) and submitting the applicable fee of $200.00 to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board at the following address. The notice of appeal must be submitted before 4:30 pm on the appeal deadline date shown above, or be postmarked by the appeal deadline date. The prescribed form is available at www.beaver.ab.ca or at the County office. Further information regarding the above decision(s) may be obtained from the County Office, Ryley, Alberta.

SECRETARY Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Beaver County, Box 140 Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0

(780) 663-3730

The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - Page 7

North Pole exposure

PATRICIA HARCOURT PHOTOS

The Elementary students of Viking School held a delightful Christmas concert with an auditorium full of family and friends there to enjoy it on Tuesday, Dec. 16. The theme this year was "North Pole Exposure" with visitors visiting to see if Santa Claus and the North Pole was all the magic and stories told about it. There was singing, dancing and many different types of characters including reindeer, dolls and other gifts, snowmen and elves.

There were two performances, one in the afternoon and one in the evening, to give everyone a chance to come and appreciate the show put on by the children.

Page 8 - The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Business AND Professional OilďŹ eld AND Energy

D I R E C TO RY

Not listed? Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ďŹ x that! ads@weeklyreview.ca

AGRICULTURE

CONSTRUCTION/RENOVATIONS Russell usse e McAvena c e a

FEED GRAINS

WANTED Sunhaven Farms Milling, Irma, AB We are looking to purchase Feed Grains:

Wheat, Peas, Fabas, Barley For more information and pricing, please contact:

Ted Ratte, Manager Cell: 780-806-9245

Caught you Red looking!

Seal Carpenter MccA Avve ena e na Const Con C Co ons nsttrruction

ADVERTISE HERE! russmcavena@icloud.com

Specializing g in interior and exterior exteerior ďŹ nishing, g custom-built cabinets, furniture and home decor ads@weeklyreview.ca

Phone: 780-754-2708 Fax: 780-754-2709 email: tratte@sunhavenfarmsmilling.com

Farm Buildings â&#x20AC;˘ Garage Package Roofing â&#x20AC;˘ Siding â&#x20AC;˘ Decks Concrete & Patio Stone Sidewalks & Driveways

AUTOMOTIVE

TOFIELD AUTOBODY -Collision Repair Specialists -Windshields Repaired & Replaced

Phone 780-662-3432

Construction

*Certified in LOGIX Blocks

FREE ESTIMATES

Landscaping â&#x20AC;˘ Drilling to 12 ft.

Give us a call!

Lee - 336-6089

CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM

780-385-2121 www.campbellmclennan.com

Killam, AB

CONSTRUCTION/RENOVATIONS

ebdac.ca | Josh Taylor 780.385.8486 | Dustin Smith 780.385.8887

REAL ESTATE

Viking, AB

Barb Chrystian Real Estate Associate

1-780-385-0631 Visit our website to view our listing at: www.chrystianagencies.com RETAIL

5103-50 Street, Viking, Alberta 780-336-1169 lauriesvintagecreations@gmail.com Laurie Ritchie

DRYWALL TAPING

35+ years Experience!

Winter Work

Big Jobs or Small!

Complete Interior Renovation Commercial, Farm, Homes,

WINDOWS & DOORS Government Certified for Energy Rebates

780-385-1497

p R o le t e ofi H o ng m e . F Reno . v ati o ns . D e c k s a rm Bu il d ing s. .

Ga r a g e s

WANTED Siding, Soffit Fascia, Roofing, Styrofoam Form Basements

Rick Ploc, Master Electrician

We Bui Build To ogether geth . geth m Co . h e.

New Ho m stroug 5â&#x20AC;?-6â&#x20AC;? E a v e

Campbell McLennan

For all your residential, Farm, and commercial electric needs.

Trenching and Bucket Truck.

Styrofoam Basements

Bobcat Service Available:

Your Dream Home.Your Dream Price.

Big town dealership, small town atmosphere

PLOC ELECTRIC

Windows Complete Home Renovations

Murray - 336-6088

CAR DEALERSHIPS

ELECTRICAL

Murray Cholowsky 780-385-2106 / 780-385-1251

LAW

East Central Albertaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Largest Drug Store

Prescription service seven days a week

8:00-6:00 Mon.-Fri. 9:00-4:00 Saturdays 12:00-4:00 Sundays

CELEBRATING NEARLY 60 YEARS! SERVICES

JD CONSTRUCTION 44YEARS YEARS IN IN BUSINESS BUSINESS 43 JOURNEYMAN CARPENTERS FOR ASSURED SERVICE, CALL:

Dennis Bird 780-385-5689 Jeff Bird 780-390-0269

Shawn Bird 780-385-1196 Glen McDonald 780-336-2360

5314-50 Street (Main Street) Viking, AB Tel: 780-336-3332 (Former John Hunter Law Office)

!

Shawn R. Warrington, C.A.* * Denotes professional corporation

5102 - 50 Street Viking, Alberta

Wednesdays 9:30 am to 3 pm 1-888-515-6788 or 780-632-6788

The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - Page 9

L

Affordable Advertising with

The

THE LAMONT

Classifieds

CLASSIFIED AD RATES $10.75 first 25 words 39¢ each additional word PICTURE BOLD $10.00 $5.00 WEEKLY REVIEW Ph. 780-336-3422 Email: vikingreview @gmail.com

TOFIELD MERCURY Ph. 780-662-4046 Email: adsmercury @gmail.com

LAMONT LEADER Ph. 780-895-2780 Email: lmtleader @gmail.com ____________________ COMING EVENTS EVENTS COMING New Years Eve Party Viking Seniors Centre Bring Your Favourite Snack No Alcohol Cards, Games, Prizes Everyone Welcome Doors Open 7:30 p.m.

51c ____________________ LUTEFISK SUPPER Golden Valley Lutheran Church Friday, Jan. 3, 2020 at 6:30 p.m Tickets are $25 ADVANCE ONLY Contact Muriel at 336-2444 49/50c ____________________ FOR FOR RENT RENT For Sale or Rent to Own mobile home in Viking. $18,500. 780-336-6375 51/01p

EADER

Serving

Lamont

county

3 papers for the price of 1!

____________________ FOR RENT RENT FOR

____________________ HAY FOR FOR SALE HAY SALE

____________________ HELP WANTED WANTED HELP

____________________ SERVICES SERVICES

____________________ SERVICES SERVICES

House for rent in Viking.

2 bedrooms upstairs, 1 downstairs. Double stall garage. 4 appliances.

Close to school and hospital. $850/month plus utilities. Available December 1. Call 780-385-0885 or 780-385-1524.

Hay for sale.

ALF/TM/BR/CW mix.

Shedded, small square bales $8. Round bales $80. Minimal rain. Phone late evenings 780-9424107.

Round Hay Bales for sale.

Timothy, orchard grass and tall fescue mix. $60.00 each. 780-7217184

Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer backup, and flood cleaning.

Auto and RV cleaning.

Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087 tfnc ____________________ Roy's Handyman Services. Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. Call 780662-0146 or 780-2323097.

TM33tfnc ____________________ PHIL’S CLEANING AND JANITORIAL SERVICES Residential and Commercial Cleaning •Strip and Wax Floors •Steam Cleaning •Window and Wall Washing •Move Out Clean •Yard Work - Grass Cutting •Tree Cutting & Trimming Great references and flexible hours.

Your Home is Safe with Me! Contact Naz 780-385-4869 or Criselda 780-385-8976

Need to re-order:

45tfnc ____________________ Townhouse for rent in Viking. $900/month plus utilities. Contact 780-3855287.

51tfnc ____________________ House for rent in Viking.

2 bedrooms. Close to School, Clinic, and Hospital. $850/ month includes utilities.

Available immediately.

Call 780-336-6089 or 780-336-6088 34tfnc ____________________ 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom.

Air conditioning. Washer, dryer, fridge, stove, microwave. $650/month plus utilities. Preferably no pets. 5002-59 ave, Viking. 780-385-1137.

30tfnc ____________________ Spacious Apartments for rent in Tofield with insuite laundry. Heat & water included. Ideal for family/seniors. 1) 2 bedroom - $800/month. 2) 3 bedroom - $975/month (2 baths). Contact: 780-9320041.

TMtfnp ____________________ HAYFOR FOR SALE HAY SALE

LL50/10p ____________________ HELP WANTED WANTED HELP Vegreville Family Dental, located next to the Boston Pizza in Vegreville is looking for a very enthusiastic Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team on a part time basis.

Our practice is committed to and focused on providing excellent quality patient care.

We are looking for someone who is professional, reliable, possesses excellent interpersonal skills, is warm and friendly with patients.

We offer competitive wages commensurate with experience as well as a great and friendly work environment!

We would be willing to compensate for travel as well.

If this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please apply to vegredental@gmail.com.

All applications will be treated confidential.

Thank you!

Big Round Alfalfa/Timothy Hay Bales.

Net wrapped, Approx. 1200 lbs., Good Quality, $100 / Bale Can deliver 40 Bale Loads, Vilna, Alberta 780-210-0800 51/01c ____________________ Hay for Sale - Round hardcore bales, Alfalfa/Mixed Grasses.

Call 780-662-4800.

tfnc ____________________ APIARIES OF ALBERTA are looking for Five Apiary Technicians $16$18/hr depending on experience for full time (40+hrs/wk) employment March thru October 2020.

Must have a min of 3 years (seasons) working fulltime on Canadian style commercial apiary in the minimum capacity of Apiary Assistant.

Gerard 780-662-4449 RR4 Tofield, AB. gsieben@mcsnet.ca

TM49/50p

TM43-50p

LL49/51p ____________________ 7 Day Hotel open in Lamont, AB 4815 - 51 St. Now Hiring: •LINE COOK, •BREAKFAST COOK, •CHEF. FULL TIME AND PART TIME. Apply in person with resume, or call 780-716-1797 48/51p ____________________ SERVICES SERVICES 35+ years experience Drywall Taper for hire.

Big jobs or small.

Living in Killam but willing to travel. Hand taper by trade but have experience with boxes, roller/flusher, taping tube.

No bazooka experience.

Have own tools (10-12" boxes, pump, angle box, roller, flusher, hand tools, etc.) Also do ceiling texture. Non-drinker/partier, just want to get the work done. Willing to work with existing building or taping crew. Contact me if interested. 780-385-2106 / 780-385-1251. tfnp ____________________ Supporting local business also means supporting local media!

A 2017 AdWest survey shows that print still outperforms all other mediums for advertising in towns & villages.

What drives this?

Quality local media.

Support local. ____________________ ____________________ SERVICES SERVICES SERVICES ____________________ Painting Quality Residential and Commercial Painting Betty Tkaczyk 780-632-8749 or 780-688-3564 tfnc

•Company Forms?

•Invoices?

•Envelopes?

•Business Cards?

•Bookmarks?

•Magnets?

•Score Cards?

•Stamps?

•Certificates?

•Receipts?

•Posters?

•Menus?

•Invitations?

•Calendars?

•Letterhead?

And more!

Call your local paper with your print order today!

Tofield Mercury 780-662-4046 tofieldmerc.com Lamont Leader 780-895-2780 lamontleader.com The Weekly Review 780-336-3422 weeklyreview.ca tfnc

tfnc

ALL THAT HARD WORK, WHY LEAVE IT UP TO CHANCE? You’re going to spend all that time and money organizing an event and then cross your fingers that enough people on social media will be interested?

WHY NOT ADVERTISE? Classified Ads start at just $10.75. Studies show again and again that people in towns, villages, hamlets, & farms are reading their local paper.

JUST EMAIL US, IT’S EASY!

Page 10 - The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019

Minor Hockey Report Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from the Northern Alberta Interlock Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the website, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries.)

Irma Female Atom Aces (4-3-0) lost a 12-2 game in Lloydminster on Saturday. Irma was down 10-0 after two, but scored the first and last goals of the third frame.

Azelynn Newton scored both Irma goals, while Jemma Gulbraa was plastered with 49 shots in the contest.

On Sunday the girls Sins of the Fathers J.A. Jance When a long ago acquaintance, Alan Dale, shows up on former Seattle homicide cop J.P. Beaumont's doorstep with a newborn infant in hand and asking for help locating his missing daughter, Beau finds himself faced with an investigation that will turn his own life upside down by dragging his none-too-stellar past onto a roller-coaster ride that may well derail his serene present.

The Shape of Night Tess Gerritsen Ava Collette flees to a remote village in Maine, where she rents an old house named Brodie's Watch. Ava finally feels at peace - until she glimpses the long-dead sea captain who still resides there. One night, Ava confronts a ghost who feels all too real, and who welcomes her into his world - and into his arms. Even as Ava questions her own sanity, she eagerly looks forward to the captain's ghostly visits. But she soon learns that the house she loves comes with a terrible secret, a secret that those in the

defeated Battle River at Killam Agriplex 4-2. BR scored the game’s first and last goals with Irma getting four in between.

Rhyan Fraser and Sadie Larson both had two goal games for Irma.

Amille Keller got two assists. Laekyn Prior got the win in goal.

Irma Female Midget Aces (5-3-0) beat St. Paul 6-0 on Friday at Mannville Arena. Irma scored two goals in each period. Jessica Hay scored a hat trick for Irma, while Macie Larson (1g 1a), Camryn Pasztor, and Jaime Paterson also connected.

Assists went to; Emily Tanton (2a), and Cassy Larson (2a). Mariyah Albers made 21 saves for village don't want to reveal: every woman who has ever lived in Brodie's Watch has also died there.

her fifth shutout of the season. On Saturday, Mariyah got her sixth shutout of the year in a 5-0 win over Lloydminster, and lowered her GAA to .63.

Jessica Hay got a hat trick in a four point game. Other scorers were; Camryn Pasztor (2a), Shelby Tanton (1g), Taylor Lancaster (1g), Macie Larson (1a), Emily Tanton (1a), and Jaime Paterson (1a). Jessica Hay leads the league in scoring with 22 pts including 13g.

No Novice boys scores are recorded.

Viking Tier 5 Peewees (3-1-0) were scheduled to play at Camrose on Saturday but no score was posted.

Books What’s new at the library this week!

Blanket Alberta Ads take approximately 10 days to process ______________________ BUSINESS BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES HIP/KNEE REPLACEMENT? Other medical conditions causing TROUBLE WALKING or DRESSING? The Disability Tax Credit allows for $3,000 yearly tax credit and $50, 000 lump sum refund.

Apply NOW; quickest refund Nationwide! Expert help. 1-844-453-5372. ______________________ EMPLOYMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for free right where the publishers are looking. http://awna.com/resumes_a dd. ______________________ FEEDAND AND SEED SEED FEED HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain.

"On Farm Pickup" Westcan Feed & Grain, 1877-250-5252.

______________________ FOR SALE INTEGRITY POST FRAME BUILDINGS since 2008 BUILT WITH CONCRETE POSTS. Barns, Shops, Riding Arenas, Machine Sheds and more, sales@integritybuilt.com 1-866-974-7678 www.integritybuilt.com. ______________________ METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 37+ colours available at over 55 Distributors.

40 year warranty. 24-48 hour Express Service available at supporting Distributors. Call 1-888263-8254. ______________________ SERVICES SERVICES CRIMINAL RECORD? Why suffer employment/licensing loss?

Travel/business opportunities? Be embarrassed?

Think: Criminal Pardon.

US entry waiver. Record purge. File destruction.

Free consultation. 1-800347-2540. www.accesslegalmjf.com.

Viking Gas Kings Initiation Players of the Week

PRO SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTO

PRO SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY PHOTO

#8 Easton Morken

#73 Berkley Hafso

Q. Favourite part about hockey?

A. scoring and winning Q. Favourite team?

A. The Gas Kings Q. Favourite player?

A. Miles Q. How many goals do you think you will score this year?

A. Three Q. What’s your favourite practice drill or game?

A. Mister Wolf Q. Who’s your biggest fan?

A. Alexander Q. How would you make hockey more fun?

A. Playing games Q. Do you want to play in the NHL? A. Yes

Q. Favourite part about hockey?

A. Being Goalie Q. Favourite team?

A. Dad’s hockey team Q. Favourite player?

A. My Dad Q. How many goals do you think you will score this year?

A. 24 Q. What’s your favourite practice drill or game?

A. The Paw Patrol Game Q. Who’s your biggest fan?

A. My Mom Q. How would you make hockey more fun?

A. Play paw patrol after every hockey game Q. Do you want to play in the NHL? A. Yes, on Dad’s team

These blanket classified ads are produced through a joint agreement by The Community Press, Viking Weekly Review, Lamont Leader, Tofield Mercury and Alberta Weekly Newspaper Association (AWNA). These ads appear in all AWNA member papers (120 papers) for the cost of $269.00 (+gst) for the first 25 words, $8.00 per word over 25. To place a blanket classified, call a CARIBOU PUBLISHING representative at 780-385-6693 or email ads@thecommunitypress.com.

The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019 - Page 11

Irma News

IRMA NEWS

By Marjorie Lawson

Michael, Debbie, and Tyson Soucy and Charlie and Gayle Soucy travelled to Minnesota last week. They enjoyed watching Carson Soucy and the Wild defeat the Edmonton Oilers.

On Sunday afternoon, a group of community carollers entertained and visited at Points West, Battle River Lodge, and the continuing Care Centre.

Our sympathy is extended to Doreen and Ted Hill and family on the recent passing of Doreen's brother, Harold

Boyd in Edmonton.

Recently, a few local farmers had the opportunity to attend a Farm Business Network Conference in Omaha, Nebraska.

Ken and Bevan Ford, Steven and Garrett Raasok, Ty Fischer, Ross Herzog, Harold and Cooper Gulbraa reported having had a great time and were especially impressed with several of the keynote speakers which included the executive vice president of Oakland Athletics, a former Navy Seal and the USDA Secretary of Agriculture to name a few. They found it interesting to learn that many American farmers had experienced extreme harvest difficulties similar to ours.

I wish to extend best wishes to all for a safe and happy holiday season and joy in the new year ahead.

Angel Tree Gifts for Hamper Recipients Ritchie Agencies' Angel Tree gave many the opportunity to give a gift for Christmas Hamper Program recipients this year through Viking/Beaver FCSS. The angels on the tree are selected along with gift suggestions. Once the angel was taken off the tree, a decoration replaced it. The results were a tree full of Christmas decorations showing everyone's generosity. After buying or making their gifts, the giver would then take the presents to either Ritchie Agencies or Viking/Beaver FCSS by Monday, Dec. 11. Those who went out of their way to give so others might have a joyous Christmas are greatly appreciated at this time of year.

PHOTOS COURTESY MELISSA MCMULLEN

Trickster Theatre at Irma School

Beltone meets all of your needs:

Budget Hearing loss Lifestyle

“It’s made my quality of life one step better.”

– Stephen, Beltone User

We’re a global leader in hearing healthcare. Don’t trust your hearing to anyone else!

Beltone services: &RPSOHWH +HDULQJ (YDOXDWLRQV /DWHVW WHFKQRORJy LQ dLJLWDO KHDULQJ DLdV 5HSDLUV WR DOO PRdHOV t %DWWHULHV DQd RWKHU hHDULQJ DLdV DFcHVVRULHV

AADL, DVA, NIHB and WCB approved provider!

Whywait? wait?Call Callus ustoday todayfor to abook your appointment!

Why FREE appointment!

VLNLQJ +HDULQJ &OLQLF Viking Hearing Clinic Wed., March &17 20-(ONLY) 10a.m. a.m. p.m.

Wed., Oct. 316&& 10 to-to 11 p.m.

Wednesday, January 15 10 a.m.

- 1 p.m.

Wed., August 15 -- 10 a.m.

1 p.m.

Viking Senior Senior Centre Viking Centre Trickster Theatre was a great success at Irma School, last Thursday evening. Each class was given a prop and created a play in four days with a lot of help from their Trickster leader. The ideas and creativity came largely from the students themselves. It was a great evening celebrating the past, present and future of Irma and the Irma School in a production titled "Roots & Wings." All who attended, had a lot of fun and shared in laughter.

RCMP Continued from Page 2 fostering new public safety partnerships with municipalities.

This new police funding model will inject more than $286 million over five years into front line law enforcement for new additional RCMP officers and civilian positions.

However, there will be a new cost sharing with the small and rural municipalities which will begin to pay a portion of the front line policing costs, which larger communities and cities already pay.

These smaller communities, including Viking

and other centres in Beaver County, and the county itself, will have to pay 10 per cent of policing costs in 2020, 15 per cent in 2021, 20 per cent in 2022 and 30 per cent in 2023.

Policing costs will be determined by the municipal tax base (equalized assessment measure) and population to calculate a base cost.

Mouland told council that the local detachment likely won't see any new members. "We'll be at the bottom of the pile," he said.

Viking CAO Don McLeod explained: "We're classified as low risk."

Acres questioned the legitimacy of the town having to "start paying

and not getting any more new members."

Mouland also presented statistics for the year up to the end of November.

"Viking is quite a bit the same from year to year," he said, adding: "We may have a small spike once in awhile."

"There's nothing there to concern us," he said, in terms of criminal code categories. "It's not out of control."

Frauds to date jumped 24 per cent over last year but that is an actual number of five more cases from 21 to 26. Mouland explained that the numbers are so small that the spike can translate into a misleading much higher percentage.

1-877-313-5582

On behalf of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Alberta, we wish to extend this note of thanks to the physicians and other health professionals in rural communities who have contributed to the education of our medical learners throughout the past year.

Despite the complex healthcare issues in rural and regional Alberta communities, these teams continue to rise to the challenge of supporting their communities and looking toward the future. Their dedication is greatly appreciated.

We also extend our gratitude to the community as a whole, which welcomes these learners and exposes them to the richness of rural life. Without your kindness and acceptance, our learners would not have received such a valuable and memorable experience. We greatly appreciate and look forward to your continued support and partnership in the future.

Thank you for supporting our future physicians!

OFFICE OF RURAL & REGIONAL HEALTH 2-115 ECHA, UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA, T6G 1C9

TOLL FREE: 1-866-492-0678

https://www.ualberta.ca/medicine/about/communities/community-engagement/ruralregional

Email: randrh@ualberta.ca

Page 12 - The Weekly Review, Wednesday, December 18, 2019

We Filled The Tree!

WR Eric & Ally Anderson; Pat Harcourt; Kennedy Labreche; Gerard & Dolly Wadley; Jennifer/Dudley The Lunds; Dean Fornal, Diane Fornal; Kerry, Michelle, Brennan, Garrett Anderson; Dustin Moroz; Lilian Hill; Wayne & Linda Lusk; Rose Mae Kjelland; Karen Coulombe; Radford family; L1 Freda Otto; Lydia & Brent Hanson; Doreen & Ron Mizera; Viking Royal Purple; Dawn & Warren Hodgins; Joe & Andrea Lansing; Ken & Judy Andreson; Ron & Carole Shippy; Sonya Maxwell; Morris & Paulette Erickson; Dale & Ellen Collison; Margaret Greenwood; Frank & Debi Fornal; Steve LeBlanc; Lyndon & Diane Jacobsen; Henry & Georgina Ruzicka; Maurice Furmanek; Laure & Stacy Brissard; Frank Bercik; Norbert & Norma Bauer; Joan Fountain; Bill & Dani Sheets; Emma Maxwell; Pat Amundson; Mack & Elaine Loades; Norman Lefsrud; Ken & Dorothy Koch; Denny & Karen Rabby; Bill & Joyce Mattinson (now of Camrose); John & Karen Cumming; Dennis, Mel, & Madison Zarski; Carson Safranka; Ethel, Cole, & Ev McLaren; Shirley Quattek & Families; Betty & Carter Oakes; Dwayne & Shirley Haydon & Family; Ken & Aubree Duncan; Roger & Jackie Paterson; Jean & Alex; Brad Mouland & Family; Dwayne & Brenda Kabesh; Audrey Jober; Einar & Ellen Loveseth; David & Patricia Oracheski; Larry & Evelyn Merta; Mary S. Hanson; Karen & Glen Hill & family; Norma & Allan Streit; Elizabeth Forsyth; Robin, Lawrence, Angela, & Shelby Sarafinchan; Ed & Arlene Majeski; Murray & Trudy Josephison

Thank you for all your generous donations this year!

Please accept our apologies if anyone was missed!

We raised $1,236!

Greetings Section 2019

Page 2 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

Christmas Greetings to end the decade with Another year full of ups and downs and many surprises has passed us by in a blink.

With another decade in the books, we turn the calendar and say goodbye to the 2010s with our annual tradition - the Christmas Greetings Section.

This year, we have more Letters to Santa, which are always a hit amongst our readers.

We’re sure Santa is a little better at deciphering than we are, so fear not children, he’ll receive all of your letters post-haste and knows exactly what they say - even if

we guessed wrong at a certain toy or game.

The Weekly Review is very grateful to the dedicated teachers who helped coordinate the letter-writing feature.

Copies were taken of the letters and the originals were all sent off to Santa at the North Pole.

In addition to the letters, we hoped to

share a few of our favourite Christmas songs, recipes (plus a few that we can’t wait to try ourselves), and other interesting tidbits.

We also have an important message from BESC that rings true today more than ever.

Most importantly, our annual Christmas Greetings Section is an opportunity for the

area’s businesses and organizations to come together and wish their patrons and neighbours the best of the season and a thank-you for the continued support throughout the year.

Here at The Weekly Review office, we thank our readers and advertisers for your amazing support and encouragement

Ward’s Hi-Way Auto Body & Painting Ltd. Irma, AB 780-754-3868

Robert, Kathryn & Staff

cation.

Merry Christmas and a very healthy and prosperous 2020 to all!

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We look forward to serving you in 2020!

ONE SOLITARY LIFE He was b born iin an obscure b village. ill H He worked k d iin a carpenter shop until he was thirty. He then became an itinerant preacher.

He never held an office. He never had a family or owned a house.

He didn't go to college. He had no credentials but himself.

Nineteen centuries have come and gone, and today, He remains the central figure of the human race. All of the armies that ever marched and all of the navies that ever sailed, all the parliaments that ever sat, and all the kings that ever reigned have not affected the life of people on this earth as much as that...

God was manifest in the flesh, justified in the Spirit, seen of angels, preached unto the Gentiles, believed on in the world, received up into glory.

Wishing you and yours a Happy, Safe Holiday Season!!

throughout the year.

We’re so proud to serve this community and to carry the long lineage of this publi-

Merry Christmas to all and a Happy New Year

May the coming season bring joy Your waste services provider, and contentment to you and yours.

Love, Viking Colony WITH BEST WISHES TO ALL OUR GOOD FRIENDS AT CHRISTMAS AND HAVE A SAFE AND HAPPY NEW YEAR

Fire Prevention Tip: Keep your Christmas tree hydrated!

Beaver Emergency Services Commission

The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019 - Page 3

A Christmas safety message from BESC Allan Weis Regional Emergency Manager

Recent fires, including a house fire that killed five people in a small hamlet within Lac Ste. Anne County northwest of Edmonton, should serve as a reminder to be extra vigilant this holiday season. Please take a moment to assess any home hazards to ensure your family has a safe and joyous Christmas season.

Here are a few quick household checks to make: • Ensure Christmas lighting and wiring are clear of any combustibles and your circuits are not overloaded • Keep natural trees well hydrated to avoid them drying out • Keep lit candles away from other flammable items and do not place them under cabinets or

shelves.

• Do not dispose of Christmas wrappings in a wood burning fireplace • Ensure smoke alarms are unobstructed, working and vacuumed clear In addition, when cooking ‘watch what you heat’ and always have a plan and meeting place assigned if the alarm sounds.

BESC is committed to being prepared just in case. “We would like to thank our firefighters for volunteering to spend their holidays on call to ensure everyone’s safety” says Gene Hrabec, Chairman of BESC. On behalf of the Beaver Emergency Services Board, we would like to wish you and your families a safe, healthy and happy holiday season and a prosperous New Year.

VIKING VIK KING HOLIDAY HOURS

780-336-3381

Open Dec. 24 - 9am - 7pm CLOSED Dec. 25 & 26 Open Dec. 27 - 9am - 7pm Open Dec. 28-30 - Reg. Hrs Open Dec. 31 - 9am - 7pm CLOSED Jan. 1 Open Jan. 2 - 9am - 7pm

CLEAN HARBORS ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES

A Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!

From the Management and Staff at Clean Harbors Ryley facility

Clean Harbors Canada, Inc. Ryley, Alberta 780.663.3828 www.cleanharbors.com

May you and your loved ones rejoice in the splendour of all His creations during this beautiful and wondrous season.

We thank you sincerely for your valued business throughout the year!

From Cliff & Sharon & all the Staff of

Viking Auction Market Ltd. 780-336-2209 www.vikingauctionmarket.ca

Best wishes for a joyful holiday season Merry Christmas and a peaceful and prosperous New Year.

Home Auto Life Investments Group Business Farm Travel

Todd Ritchie Financial Advisor Ritchie Agencies Insurance Ltd 5036 53 Ave | Tofield 780-662-3833 | www.cooperators.ca/Ritchie-Agencies

Not all products available in all provinces.

Page 4 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

I Saw Three Ships

---------

Dear Santa: How do the reindeer fly? This year I want some clay. I also would like a note book. My sister would like some slippers.

Olivia --------Dear Santa: Hello Santa, my name is Mason. This Christmas I want dragon toys, dinosaurs toys. I want my sister to get LOL doll. I was wondering where do you live? How do you deliver the toys so fast?

Good luck delivering toys this year!

Merry Christmas!

Mason

Dear Santa: Stuffed dog, a stuffed cat. How are you Santa?

From Angelina --------Dear Santa: Do you dress up for winter. Can I please have 100 Nerf Guns to battle with my colt and my Dad or Mom. Please give Luke a good big birthday present so Luke is happy. Can you give my Mom and Dad a fancy car?

Nash

I saw three ships come sailing in On Christmas day, on Christmas day I saw three ships come sailing in On Christmas day in the morning And who do you think was in them then?

On Christmas day, on Christmas day And who do you think was in them then But Joseph and his lady He did whistle and she did sing On Christmas day, on Christmas day He did whistle and she did sing

On Christmas day in the morning

On Christmas day in the morning

And all the bells on earth did ring On Christmas day, on Christmas day And all the bells on earth did ring On Christmas day in the morning

I saw three ships come sailing in On Christmas day, on Christmas day I saw three ships come sailing in On Christmas day in the morning

And all the angels in heaven did sing On Christmas day, on Christmas day And all the angels in heaven did sing

Bruce Cockburn

Kittle Farms Ltd.

Hope your Holiday is filled with fun and laughter!

780-336-2583

Just in the Nick of Time Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d like to deliver our greetings for a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all

--------Dear Santa: How do the reindeer fly? And I would (like a) tablet and a doll.

From Emery

Greetings of the Season

our neighbours and Friends. Thanks folks!

From the Staff and Students of Viking School.

At The Birth Of Our Saviour

~BOARD AND STAFF

At this special time of year, we give thanks for the many blessings we share, including the privilege of serving good people like you.

With Best Wishes for a Joyous Yuletide from the Residents, Management and staff.

Beaver Foundation-Vialta Lodge, Holden Lodge, Tofield Lodge, Sunshine Villa With sincere gratitude from all of us this holiday season

Delivering our best Have an enjoyable holiday season and Merry Christmas from the management & Staff of

B & R Eckels Transport Ltd. 780-842-4010

Greetings of the Season As another holiday season comes our way, we d like to seize the chance to say, The one thing that we know it true, we are forever grateful for friends like you!

We Wish You All the Happiness the Season Can Bring!!

The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019 - Page 5

and a armadillo. How many elves do you have.

From Luke --------Dear Santa: Hi, I'm Ryan. I like books and toys. A book is Dogman 2 and a toy is I don't know; that is, I want a Christmas game and Christmas star and Christmas tree, and Merry Christmas.

--------Dear Santa: How do the reindeer fly? I want Hot Wheels

Dear Santa: How do you watch all kids at a time? I what a brand new Barbie for Christmas and a talking Baby Alive. I would buy Mason 10 nerf guns. I would buy my dad a new coat and my mom new ear muffs.

From Karma ---------

Dear Santa: How many elves do you have? How many carrots do you feed Rudolph? I want a Walkie Talkie for Christmas. I would get my sister a water proof tablet. I also want a laptop. Have a good Christmas Santa.

Love Derrick

Aja would like a mermaid doll.

Isaac

iPad. From Jayden ---------

--------Dear Santa: Who eats the cookies? How many elves?

I want Smile the book for Christmas. I want magnetic marbles.

From Trinity

Dear Santa: My name is Grayson and I want a dirt bike for Christmas. I have one question for you, how do you get here so fast?

Grayson

---------

---------

Dear Santa: How do reindeer fly? I want for Christmas new Barbie dolls.

I think my best friend Trinity wants an

Dear Santa: How do the reindeer fly? For me: pokemon cards, binder, and pokemon poster. For Miller: hockey stick,

--------Dear Santa: I hope you come to our XMas concert. I want a few beanie boos and a its Funneh toy. How do you know when it's Christmas.

new hockey gloves, new skates. Are the reindeer practicing hard for this Christmas? I've been really good.

Merry Christmas!

Kaelen --------Dear Santa: I hope you have a good Christmas. LOL camper, LOL exclusive dolls, LOL box. Do scout elves make toys too? Cubby the Curious Bear for Ealy.

From Keely

Greetings of the Season THANK YOU to all who contributed to the “In Lieu of Christmas Cards” Campaign.

The Viking Legion really appreciates your continued support. The money received will be given out to groups requesting support in late January 2020. We wish a Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy, and peaceful New Year to all from the members of the Viking Legion #81.

• Penny and Richard Hammer • Hammers’ Gravel Supplies Ltd. • Georgie and Richard Nordstrom • Bob Cormack * Kaye Roddick • Freda Otto • Sharon and Ken Pobuda• Hilde Brandt • Allan and Jackie Darling • Doris Arnett • Reg and Ellen Erickson • Ed and Arlene Majeski • Norbert and Norma Bauer • Ken and Dorothy Kosh • Rick, Sara, Tricia and Taylor Ploc • Martha, Marvin and Tyler Long • Mike and Heather McLean and Family • Ingrid Hanson • Norman Lefsrud • Garry and Maryann Wolosinka • John Hunter • Ron and Valerie Erickson • Debbie Hill • Doug and Cheryl Lefsrud • Ann and Catherina Veenstra • Irene Toverud • Margaret Greenwood • Emil Mazankowski • Bruce and Laura Bridgeman • Joyce Naslund • Betty Brostrom • Pat and Erick Erickson • Dorothy White • John and Kathy Paterson • Rick and Sandra Neitfeld • Dean, Roseanne, Hunter, Alexander and Eaton Morken • Betty and Carter Oakes • Darlene and Mick Hafso • Carol Maxwell • Jean Klontz • Norma Hogstead • Dean Maxwell • Nettie Petrowski • Frances Gotobed • Paul and Marilyn Dinisyk • Garry and Veronica Hafso • Doug and Gerry Place • Robert and Lilla Ash • John and Karen Cumming • Audrey Jober • Mike Fornal • Elehda, Patrick and Peyton Sevcik • Joe and Andrea Lansing • Henry and Gina Ruzicka • Emma Maxwell • Trent, Kelsey, Taylen and Bryson Place • Al and Rose Stewart • Ron and Kathy Miskew • Clint Nearing • Beatrice Zemanek • Warren and Dawn Hodgins • Colin and Evelyn Lang • Einar and Ellen Loveseth • Ron and Colleen Slavik and Family • Glen and Marion Cotterell • Bob and Peggy Nearing • Gerard and Pat Sevcik • Mark, Paeden and Merrick Pobuda • Rod Krips • Merle and Shirley McMullen • John and Lois Antos • Dennis and Ruth Lever • Elizabeth Forsyth • Gerard and Dolly Wadley • Joan Fountain • Sonja Maxwell and Family • Ken and Judy Andreson • Ethel, Cole and Ev McLaren and Family • Leo and Joan Stewart • Bob and Jeanne Congdon • David, Patricia, Cole and Sheldon Oracheski • Ray and Judy Labreche • Don and Betty Klein • Barb Dobry and Families • Norma and Allan Streit • Ken and Wendy Zemanek • Ron and Marion Petroskey • Tina Taylor • Anne Naslund • Andy and Marie Jakubec • Wanda Law and Family • Morris and Paulette Erickson

Letters of Requests for Donations will be considered if sent in by January 15, 2020

Page 6 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

Dear Santa Claus, My name is Hailey Gabrielle. I am 5 years old. I live in Viking, Alberta. This year, I have been really good.

I would really like it if you could bring me American doll stuff, anything else, and a pretend rainbow kitty cat with a leash.

--------Dear Santa Claus, My name is Paul Beleza. I am 5 years old. I live in Viking, Alberta. This year I have been really good.

I would really like it if you could bring me Lego, adventure toys, and Lion toys.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Barrett Tkaczyk. I am 5 years old. I live in Viking.

This year, I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me a quad, a drum, and a toy tractor set.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Leiah Danylak. I am 5 years old. I live in Viking.

This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me My

Little Pony, LOL Doll, and a necklace.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Ethan Squair. I am 5 years old. I live by Auntie Beth's house by Viking. This year I have been really good but sometimes bad. I would really like it if you could bring me a new Batman toy, a new Christmas tree and decorations, and books that make sound.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Emmit Hummel. I am 5 years old. I live in far away.

This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me a new Power Ranger toy, a "Songa" toy, and a Nerf gun.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Taylen Place. I am 6 years old.

I live in Viking, Alberta. This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me an X-Box One, a nerf gun, and X-Box. --------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Zoe Nieman. I am 5 years old.

I live in Viking, Alberta. This year I have been really good. I

We would like to take this time to wish you a Merry Christmas.

May it be filled with

would really like it if you could bring me a dog, a talking dinosaur toy, and an iPad. --------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Easton Morken. I am 5 years old. I live in the country. This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me a Nerf gun, X-Box, and Tower of Lego.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Miles Weisgerber. I am 5 years old. I live in Viking. This year I have been really good.

I would really like it if you could bring me a dirt bike, ramp for my cars, and a Lego set Shark Mouth Lego.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Caiden Buttner. I am 5 years old. I live in a white house with a white garage. This year I have been really good.

I would really like it if you could bring me a dog, X-Box, and brand new running shoes.

--------Dear Santa Claus: My name is Jack Sorenson. I am 5 years old. I live in the country. This year I have been really good. I would really like it if you could bring me a remote control jet, a phone, and a jeep you can drive if you're a little kid.

Viking, AB

OPEN Regular hours up until: Thurs., Dec. 19 9am-5pm / Fri., Dec. 20 11am-6pm, Sat., Dec. 21 9am-5pm / Sun., Dec. 22 10am-2pm Mon., Dec. 23 9am-8pm / Tues., Dec. 24 9am-2pm Closed from Dec. 25 to Jan. 2 We will re-open Fri., Jan. 3 9am-5pm

Thank you and Merry Christmas!

Viking Accounting Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

-Marie & Jenn

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year. ~ From the Mayor, Councillors, Staff, and Residents of the Town of Viking

Viking Accounting

-Marie & Jenn

wonder and joy.

From the staff and management at

Irma Home and Garden 780-754-3642

All signs point to a great year, and we have customers like you to thank for it!

We greatly appreciate your support, and we look forward to your continued friendship.

We wish you and yours all the best this holiday!

The Board, Staff, and Management at

Irma Co-op 780-754-3654

Wishing you all the Best of the Season!

From the Mayor, Councillors & Staff

Village of Irma

The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019 - Page 7

A Very Merry Christmas to you, and a Happy New Year!

From the management and staff at Crossroads Esso

780.336.3200 The holidays are the perfect time to send a heartfelt thank you and warmest wishes to the wonderful communities of Beaver & Flagstaff County. We would like to express our gratitude for our wonderful patients and look forward to continuing to care for the oral health and dental needs of our community. Wishing you all a happy and healthy holiday season, as well as a peaceful and prosperous New Year!

Dr. Ardakani & Team

Viking & Sedgewick Dental Clinics Family & Cosmetic Dentistry

From all the management and staff at the Viking office Holiday Hours: Closed all day

Holiday Hours: day26, December 25, 26 and January Dec.Closed 24, all 25, and January 1 1 Cargill Viking 780-336-2292

Viking: Monday, Wednesday, Friday Sedgewick: Tuesday, Thursday

V: 780-336-4040

S: 780-384-3022

PEROGY TRUCKING 780-385-2004 Viking, AB

Warmest wishes from your friends at ATB ATB Viking 5217 50 Street 780-336-3209

Thank you for your business this year! We look forward to serving you in 2020!

Thank you for your business in 2014 and we look forward to serving you in 2015!

Lawrence and Family

Page 8 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth Every body stops and stares at me These two teeth are gone as you can see I don't know just who to blame for this catastrophe!

But my one wish on Christmas Eve is as plain as it can be!

All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth, my two front teeth, see my two front teeth!

Gee, if I could only have my two front teeth, then I could wish you Merry Christmas.

All I want for Christmas is my two front teeth, my two front teeth, see my two front teeth.

Gee, if I could only have my two front teeth, then I could wish you Merry Christmas!

The song was originally recorded by Spike Jones and his City Slickers in 1947, with lead vocal by George Rock. The song has also been recorded by numerous other singers and performers. The song was written by a music teacher who noticed that most of his Grade 2 class was missing one or the other of their two front teeth one year. That was 1944 and the teacher’s name was Donald Gardner.

It seems so long since I could say, ‘Sister Susie sitting on a thistle!’

Gosh oh gee, how happy I'd be, if I could only whistle (thhhh, thhhh)

JACKIE LOVELY, MLA From Murray, Lee, Dave, Derek, Murray M.

Camrose Constituency Office #104 4870 - 51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1 Ph: 780-672-0000 Email: Camrose@assembly.ab.ca

Construction 780-336-6088

one y r e v e h s i w o t We would like nd a s a m t s i r h C a Merry r! a e Y w e N y p p a Ha ving r e s o t d r a w r o We look f ears. y g n i m o c e h t you in

0 0-336-473 8 7 : g in ik V 842-4307 0 8 7 : t h Wainwrig

The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019 - Page 9

Christmas trivia to discuss over some eggnog Do you know which provinces boast the most generous gift givers? Or how many turkeys get devoured at Canadian dinner tables? Here we go . . .

A Christmas Story has Canadian roots – While the tale appears to be all-American, a substantial part of the movie was filmed in Canada. Ralphie’s school, the Chinese restaurant where his family ate, the famous swearing scene, as well as the interior segments were all shot in Canada. And where else would you find the old TTC “red rocket” streetcars?

The Atlantic provinces spend the most on Christmas – A 2018 survey conducted by the Retail Council of Canada discovered that residents of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador plan to spend more per capita ($813 on average per person) in retail stores than any of the other Canadian provinces. Citizens of Ontario and British Columbia will cause cash registers to ring in holiday exultation, too, as they ranked in at no. two ($805) and three ($688), respectively. Quebecers plan to spend the least, at $458 on average per person.

Canadians love department stores and alcohol – According to Statistics Canada, Canadians prefer to shop in person. With total sales of nearly $3.2 billion dollars, the number one place for Canadians to check off their holiday shopping lists was department stores.

Care to guess the second most-visited venue for festive spenders? Pop the cork and raise a glass to Canada’s beer, liquor, and wine stores. Their $1.6 billion dollars worth of holiday sales earned the runnerup position.

Canada grows a lot of Christmas trees – Did you know our country had 1,872 Christmas tree farms in 2016? According to the 2016 Census of Agriculture, the farms were concentrated in British Columbia, Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick. If you can’t spend Christmas in Canada, you might as well take a little piece of the country with you. In 2016, Canada exported 1.95-million Christmas trees to over 20 countries, including Australia, France, Jamaica, and Thailand.

Rudolph was Canadian – If you were born in Canada after 1964, your Christmases probably involved an annual viewing of the “animagic” holiday special, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer. RankinBass, an American production company, created this

beloved Christmas program, but did you know that there’s a secret Canadian connection? All the characters’ voices – with the exception of Sam the Snowman – were performed by Canadian actors, singers, and voiceover artists at the RCA Victor Studios in Toronto.

Canadians really dig turkey – According to Turkey Farmers of Canada, Canadians consumed a mighty 153.1-million kg of turkey in 2017. During Christmas that year, 3.3-million whole turkeys were purchased – that’s equal to 47 per cent of all the whole turkeys sold over 2017.

Canadians can’t get enough of ballet – Dreaming of

Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Sugar Plum fairies, mice, and soldiers dancing through your holiday season? Since 1995, the National Ballet of Canada’s The Nutcracker has been wowing audiences from coast to coast. Over one million people have watched the annual play since its premiere, and as of 2018, 6,722 pairs of pointe shoes have been used by The Nutcracker‘s ballerinas.

Christmas isn’t only once a year – In some corners of Canada, it’s Christmas 365 days a year. Welcome to Reindeer Station (Northwest Territories), Christmas Island (Nova Scotia), Sled Lake (Saskatchewan), Holly (Ontario), Noel (Nova Scotia), Turkey Point (Ontario), and Snowflake (Manitoba).

We wo wis h y uld li ke ou Me to all rry and a ve Chr a H istm ry a p Tha py as nk Ne y w Y con ou ear for tin ! ued you sup r Yog p Viki i ng M , Shirley o r t .

780 and -336 eats Staf -319 f 3

We thank everyone for your friendship and continuing support.

We wish you all the very best in the coming New Year!

SLAVIK’S LIVESTOCK HAULING

780-336-2184 780-385-0512

We see banking differently

Page 10 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

Viking ATB Branch again hosting community gingerbread build-off contest ATB Financial in Viking is holding its annual Gingerbread Build-Off contest from Dec. 10 to Dec. 20 with the theme "Community." Members of the public have until Dec. 20 to vote on which creation they like best. Viking was an "anything goes" community where your only limitation was your imagination in making your creation. To vote, people were asked to make a $2 donation or donate a food item with all proceeds going to the local food bank, with the donations themselves counting as a vote. Standing behind some of the unbelievable creations are ATB employees Brittany Yarham, Kristen Voltner, and Tracy Roeleveld (Branch Manager).

We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy Healthy New Year filled with Peace and Prosperity.

We value the relationships we have with the surrounding communities and thank you for your support in 2019.

Lamont, Alberta 780-895-2389 Vegreville, Alberta 780-632-6772 Vermilion, Alberta 780-853-5196

All the best for a successful 2020!

The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019 - Page 11

Happy

Viking Holidays Parade of Lights dazzles May all your Christmas wishes come true!

Kinsella Transit Mix on Dec. 6 780-336-2608

rry e M

r h C

! s a m t s i

Wishing you all the best this holiday season!

Thank you for your continued support!

Guenterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Mechanical 5123 - 51 Ave. Viking, AB T0B 4N0 Gas or Diesel Mechanical Repair

780-336-1330

Love,Peace & Joy 2019 Christmas Hours Closed Dec 24-26, 31, and Jan. 1 Open Dec. 23 - 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Open Dec. 27 - 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Jan. 30 - 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Wishing you and your family all the gifts of this magical time of year.

Viking Veterinary Clinic 780-336-4048

Barb Chrystian

Deb, Pru Deb Pru, Lacey Lacey, Lauren Lauren, Jill Jill, Sara Sara, Erin G G, Jenna, Cassie, Erin B, Jenessa

For your friendship and support, we are deeply grateful and look forward to serving you in the year ahead.

Page 12 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

That Spirit Of Christmas Christmas is that time of year For being with the ones we love Sharing so much joy and cheer What a wonderful feelin' Watching the ones we love Having so much fun I was sittin' by the fire side Taking a walk through the snow Listening to a children's choir Singing songs about Jesus The blessed way that he came to us Why can't it remain All through the year Each day the same Heyeah, that's what I wanna hear Heh heh, it's truly amazin' That spirit of Christmas

I'll tell ya, it's truly amazin' That spirit of Christmas Let me hear ya (Why can't it remain?) Why can't it remain?

(All through the year) All through the year (Each day the same) Each day the same That's what I wanna hear Listen to me, it's truly amazin' That spirit of Christmas Oh, it's truly amazin' That spirit of Christmas Ain't it so, it's truly amazin' Yeah, that spirit of Christmas Oh Christmas

Viking Cold Beer & Liquor Store 780-336-3321

-Ray Charles

Wherever you may be, Whatever you may do, We hope the holidays Are bright and shining for you.

All the kin folk gather 'round The lovely Christmas tree Hearts are glowing full of joy Sense the gifts that we're giving And the love that we're living Why can't it remain (why can't it raemain?)

Ohhh all through the year (all through theyear) Each day the same (each day the same) Heyeah, that's what I wanna hear

Thank you for your continued support.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

-Best wishes from Viking Beaver FCSS

VIKING

BEAVER

Wishing you comfort and joy this holiday season...Merry Christmas!

Fromthe themayor, mayor,council council, From administration staff and residentsand of the of theVillage VillageofofHolden Holden

Merry Christmas and a Happy, Healthy New Year!

J.D. Construction

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from

780-336-2369

1-587-256-0454 Viking, AB

From the crew at J.D. Construction

For unto you is born this day, day ay, a Savior who is Christ the Lord.

Glen, Shawn, Jeff, Mark, Shayne, Krissy, Dennis and Laura Bird

Merry Christmas!

Sending Our Best

Hammersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Gravel Supplies Ltd. Please accept this load of good cheer, along with our thanks for your business this year!

Have a great holiday!!

Richard, Penny, Staff and their families 780-336-3232

At this time of caring and sharing, we thank you for choosing us to take care of all your medical needs. We wish you all a Happy, Healthy Christmas Season!

Dr. H. Potgieter Dr. M. Hagen Dr. R. Nieman Dr. C. Van Rooyen Phyllis, Lori, Val, Kerry, Cheryl and Kelly

Viking Medical Clinic

Wishing all a Blessed Christmas. 780-336-4842

Viking Funeral Services Ltd. RoseMae Kjelland, Charlene McFeely, Lana Golka, Colby McFeely, Carter McFeely, Jordan Golka, Dale Morrical

The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019 - Page 13

Season’s Greetings!

Irma Insurance Services S 780-754-2121 Season’s Greetings and Happy New Year

Wilkinson’s Tilt Bed and Hauling 780-336-3331

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year Overbo Contracting Ltd.

Merry Christmas!

Have a warm and safe holiday season.

Brydon Trucking & Picker Services Ltd. 780-336-2034 BEAVER COUNTY SEED CLEANING CO-OP Phone 780-688-3917

Merry Christmas!

IAN ERICKSON

780-336-2282

Kelly, Fay & Staff

FINANCIAL ADVISOR Box 43, Bruce, AB T0B 0R0 Phone: 780-688-2293

We are closed Dec. 20th - Jan. 5th

Wishing you a Very, Merry Christmas and a Joyous New Year!! ~ PHILLIP AND FAMILY

HAVE A SAFE AND

Four Star Pressure Service

HAPPY

HOLIDAY SEASON! Viking Fire and Rescue

Kinsella, AB 780-336-3248 • Cell: 780-385-5533

Sincere thanks for your support through the year! ~ Betty Ganie Quilt Shop

4907-50 St. Irma, AB Mon.- Sat. 9 am to 5 pm

780-754-2227

A Harvest of Good Tidings Lefsrud Seed & Processors Ltd. Many thanks for all the support we received.

Your well wishes are very much appreciated.

Merry Christmas and all the best in the New Year.

Kevin and Kyla Lefsrud Ed and Ellen Lefsrud

Thanks for your business this past year!

Ph 587-218-6640

ERIC’S Backhoe & Contracting Services Ltd. Eric Garvie & Staff

With warm wishes and gratitude for your continued patronage. ~ Management and staff

BRUCE FUELS 780-688-3900

Kevin: 780-336-2500 Ed: 780-336-2588

Page 14 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

God rest ye Merry, Gentlemen God rest you merry, gentlemen, Let nothing you dismay, For Jesus Christ our Saviour Was born upon this day, To save us all from Satan's power When we were gone astray: O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

4. But when to Bethlehem they came, Whereat this Infant lay, They found Him in a manger, Where oxen feed on hay; His mother Mary kneeling, Unto the Lord did pray: O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

2. From God our heavenly Father A blessed angel came, And unto certain shepherds Brought tidings of the same, How that in Bethlehem was born The Son of God by name: O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

5. Now to the Lord sing praises, All you within this place, And with true love and brotherhood Each other now embrace; This holy tide of Christmas All other doth deface:1 O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

3. The shepherds at those tidings Rejoiced much in mind, And left their flocks a-feeding In tempest, storm and wind, And went to Bethlehem straightway, This blessed Babe to find: O tidings of comfort and joy, comfort and joy, O tidings of comfort and joy.

Food With Flair Mainstreet Viking 780-336-2476

Happy Holidays to all our Customers! ~Donna, Jack, Family and Staff~

God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen, also known as God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen, and God Rest You Merry People All, is an English traditional Christmas carol. The melody is in the minor mode. It was published by William B. Sandys in 1833, although the author is unknown.

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year

Holiday Hours OPEN DEC 24 - 8AM - NOON CLOSED DEC. 25, 26, & JAN 1 REGULAR HOURS DEC 27, 30, & 31 8 AM - 5 PM

Merry Christmas From Darrel and Staff

Viking, Alberta

780-336-4777

From Susan Barss & Reeve Bob Barss M.D. of Wainwright Division 7 Councillor

to all!

Thank you for your patronage

Kinsella Bingo

We’d like to add a full measure of cheer plus a hearty chorus of thanks to you, our customers for making this year a noteworthy one for us.

MERRY CHRISTMAS! Viking Insurance & Registries 780-336-4711

The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019 - Page 15

HOLIDAY RECIPES

Icelandic Gluehwein Christmas Cake Ingredients • 1 cup white sugar • 3/4 cup butter • 2 eggs • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons baking powder • 3/4 cup milk • 1/2 cup raisins • 1/2 teaspoon lemon extract • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom flavored extract Directions 1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 11 inch loaf pan.

2) Cream the butter or margarine and the sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at time beating well after each one. Stir in the milk, lemon and cardamom flavorings. Stir in the flour and the baking powder.

3. Sift a little flour over the raisins then stir them into the batter.

Pour the batter into the prepared pan.

4) Bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 55 to 60 minutes.

Ingredients • 3/4 cup water • 3/4 cup white sugar • 1 cinnamon stick • 1 orange • 10 whole cloves • 1 (750 millilitre) bottle red wine Directions 1) In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer.

2) Cut the orange in half, and squeeze the juice into the simmering

water. Push the cloves into the outside of the orange peel, and place peel in the simmering water.

Continue simmering for 30 minutes, until thick and syrupy.

3) Pour in the wine, and heat until steaming but not simmering. Remove the clove-studded orange halves. Serve hot in mugs or glasses that have been preheated in warm water (cold glasses will break.)

Ploc Electric Rick, Sara, Tricia, Taylor, Kyle

You LIGHT up our year!

780-385-1497

Arnett Floor Covering Mainstreet Viking

780-336-2040

Know what we like best about Christmas?

It’s a chance to express our gratitude to our good friends and kind neighbours.

Look forward to seeing you all in the New Year!

Accept our many thanks for your valued business this year.

Merry Christmas!

Gratton Coulee Agri Parts Irma, AB 780-754-2303 or 1-888-327-6767

Season’s Greetings from all of us at

Thank you for a wonderful 2017 and we look forward to serving you in 2018.

Have a Joyous Holiday

May you enjoy all the wonder and fun that is Christmas time.

We can’t thank you enough for your support and friendship!

J&L AUTOMOTIVE 780-336-3173 Jim & Eileen, Mike & Kyla and families

BRENT & TRUDY

Hans On Massage Therapy Take time to enjoy the holidays!

Gift Certificates available Sonya Maxwell 780-336-2548

Viking office (780) 336-3332

School’s Out!

In this season of happy thoughts and warm hearts, we extend a special “Thank You” to all our good friends for your confidence, loyalty and support.

A very Merry Christmas to all!

Irma School Staff & Students

Creative Sandblasting 780-336-2600 or 780-336-4842 RoseMae Kjelland, Colby McFeely, Carter McFeely, Jordan Golka

children BattleRiver River School School Division onon Christmas TheThe children ofof Battle Divisionare are Christmas vacation from Friday, Dec. 20 to Sunday, Jan. 5.

Please watch out vacation until Monday, January 3. Please watch out for them, fortothem, to ensure all ahave happy holiday season. ensure we all we have safea safe and and happy holiday season.

Page 16 - The Weekly Review - Christmas Greetings 2019

Stuffed Turkey Legs Ingredients • 4 turkey legs • 1 cup olive oil • 2 green bell peppers • 1 large white onion • 2 tablespoons salt • 1 pinch ground black pepper • 1 teaspoon dried oregano • 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar • 5 slices bacon • 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce Directions 1) Make numerous vertical slits in the turkey legs.

2) In a small bowl combine the olive oil with the salt, pepper, teriyaki, vinegar and oregano.

Marinate turkey legs in the oil mixture.

3) Cut onion, green pepper and bacon into small squares (approximately the same size as the slits you cut on the legs). Fill each slit with one piece of pepper, onion and bacon.

4) After the legs are stuffed, brown them in the oil mixture on medium-high. Reduce temperature to low and cover.

Cook for 45 minutes or until meat starts to separate from the bone.

If the legs dry out when cooking, add a little water to the skillet and lower the temperature.

Banana Cream Bread Directions 1) Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Grease four 7x3 inch loaf pans. In a small bowl, stir together 1/4 cup white sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. Dust pans lightly with cinnamon and sugar mixture.

2) In a large bowl, cream butter and 3 cups sugar. Mix in eggs, mashed bananas, sour cream, vanilla and cinnamon. Mix in salt, baking soda and flour.

Stir in nuts. Divide into prepared pans.

3) Bake for 1 hour, until a toothpick inserted in centre comes out clean.

Ingredients • 1/4 cup white sugar • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 3/4 cup butter • 3 cups white sugar • 3 eggs • 6 very ripe bananas, mashed • 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 3 teaspoons baking soda • 4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

for s e ish W t s ar! e Be Y ew N e h t on

rs cillor e d e P unty Coun e l a D Beaver Co Div. 5

Al’s Towing

Merry Christmas from Al and Staff

AL’S TOWING - 780.336.3356

50th Street Auto Repair Wishes everyone a safe, happy holiday!!

Merry Christmas from Pat, Al & Staff Viking, AB - 780-336-2526

Madu’s Plumbing & Heating Ltd. 780-336-4917 Merry Christmas to all! Keep warm and stay safe this holiday season. ~Dale, Pat, Jeremy, Ali

HURUM TRUCKING LTD. Robert, Janet, & all the Staff of Guardian Drugs Killam would like to wish you and yours a very Merry Christmas and all the very best in the New Year!

780-385-3598

Serving Town & Country for 57 years!

Killam, Alberta

HOLIDAY HOURS Tues., Dec. 24 - 8am - 3pm Dec. 25 & 26 - CLOSED Fri. , Dec. 27 - 8am - 6pm Sat., Dec. 28 - 9am - 4pm Sun., Dec. 29 - CLOSED Mon., Dec. 30 - 8am - 6pm Tues., Dec. 31 - 8am - 3pm Wed., Jan. 1 - CLOSED Back to regular hours for January

The word is out... Christmas is on its way and so are our best wishes.

Hurum Trucking Ltd. (Bovine Relocators) would like to send a sincere Thanks to all our Customers and wish you all the best that the Season brings, and a Happy, Healthy, Prosperous New Year!

Roger & Cindy Ph: 780-336-4962 Cell: 780-385-0507