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Holden Lodge deficit sparks much discussion at recent Viking town council meeting Patricia Harcourt Editor

The Holden Lodge’s deficit sparked much discussion at Viking Council’s Feb. 16 meeting. Beaver Foundation officials talked with council at a virtual conference call and the ramifications of the call led to several issues emerging.

Viking Council later passed a motion to change the signer of a letter to the foundation from that of Mayor Jason Ritchie to CAO Don McLeod.The letter dealt with Holden Lodge’s deficit.

The original motion in January instructed Ritchie to write a letter to Beaver Foundation asking for the deficit regarding the Holden Lodge to be dealt with in an expeditious manner. Council also wanted to know how the deficit was affecting the welfare of the occupants in the other lodges.

Council discussed this matter with Beaver Foundation’s Board Chair Gene Hrabec and CAO of Operations Owen Ligard during the online call.

Both officials said the welfare of residents and their facility operations would not be adversely affected by the deficit at Holden Lodge.

The letter to the foundation about these issues came into play in light of recent allegations made by Councillor Clint Nearing about the

mayor, which Ritchie vigorously defended against.

Nearing said the mayor failed to declare a fiduciary interest or to leave the meeting while discussions were taking place on a topic “which could have a bearing on his business.”

Nearing also said the mayor overstepped his authority as mayor and acted “without full council consultation and support.”

However, Viking Council had no authority in whether or not Holden Lodge remains open or closed, so the mayor had no pecuniary interest. The hiring of contractors is an operational issue decided by the CAO of Beaver Foundation not the foundation board.

The subject was brought up at Viking Council in open session and Ritchie stated he was not in conflict because council has “no say in who hires the contractors,” hired

by Beaver Foundation.

Ritchie’s painting company did apply for the painting contract at the lodge in Holden, but it was awarded to another company. After consulting with legal counsel, he said: “They said I did nothing wrong.”

Nearing replied that, “I never once said I wanted it to go legal,” but added he wanted Ritchie to recuse himself when necessary.

“My concern is the appearance of impropriety,” he said.

The rest of council appeared to agree that the appearance of impropriety should be avoided by councillors, although nothing untoward may have actually occurred.

“If there’s even the slightest perception, it’s always better to err on the side of caution,” said Councillor Dana Ewashko.

Ritchie said there have been instances where he believes other councillors were involved in perceived conflicts, “but I’m not going there.”

He also said that he has never overstepped his authority as mayor.

In a later memo, Ritchie said: “I am not sure what this is referring to. If it does in some way involve not sending the letter on behalf of council as per the (January) motion, any motion has the option to be amended or rescinded at a council meeting. This is included as an agenda item and once again as per our lawyer’s

suggestion.”

Following the discussion, council did pass a motion to change the signer of the letter to Holden Lodge from the Mayor's signature to that of administration.

Meanwhile earlier in the meeting, discussion with the foundation centred on Holden Lodge’s deficit.

Nearing said: “We’re trying to make the Holden Lodge work,” and asked about the deficit: “Does it take away from other lodges?”

“We do not have a reduction of services by any means,” answered Ligard, stating he “can’t think of a reduction of services because of the Holden Lodge…They all kind of work together.”

He said core services are not cut or decreased.

Ewashko asked: “Would there be an enhancement to recreation if Holden was not there,” suggesting the pool of funds going towards Holden could then be reallocated to the other facilities.

“We’re doing the best we know of and that’s how the budget is built,” said Ligard.

“The level of service wouldn’t change.”

He also said that the foundation has a website up and running, and the lodge received two new residents who moved there due to the attraction of living in an area almost COVID-19 free.

“Seniors are coming to more remote locations,” he noted, as part of a recent trend.

With “all the little projects Beaver Foundation has been working towards,” Ligard said, “we’re hoping to attract (residents to the Holden Lodge) from all over the Beaver Foundation region.”

Hrabec said that closing the lodge may not be prudent as the full impact of the pandemic is unknown at this time.

“No one will know until the pandemic is over if there are more seniors coming to the (senior) homes or families will want to keep them home,” he said.

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Viking CAO outlines council’s ‘wish list’ possibilities Patricia Harcourt Editor

Viking Council recently requested that administration investigate if a “wish list” of issues identified during council’s tenure over the last three years have actually been addressed.

The request came originally from Councillor Clint Nearing, who wondered how many issues had been followed up on or remediated in any way.

Viking CAO Don McLeod put the “wish list” in his report to council for the Feb. 16 meeting.

However, McLeod did not attend the meeting that night and council tabled the issue to March.

McLeod had explained the parameters under each identified issue on the wish list, what had or had not been done about it and why.

Council tabled the report pending the next meeting when councillors could speak with McLeod about it. Also suggested was that the wish list and discussion be held in-session, or not open to the public, at that time.

However, CAO McLeod specifically addressed this in his wish list report: “All the requests were made in open council so I believe that the responses should be as well,” stated McLeod.

In his wish list summation, McLeod identified policies regarding the rules about holding public meetings, and council and CAO roles and responsibilities.

“Councils and council committees must conduct the meeting in public…,” he said, citing the policy. Exceptions can be made for items falling under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, usually known as FOIP, and deliberations by various commissions, authorities or boards,

which can be held in session.

The role of council is to develop and evaluate policies and programs of a municipality, he said.

“A council must not exercise a power or function or perform a duty that is by this or another enactment or bylaw specifically assigned to the chief administrative officer or a designated officer,” states the policy.

“It is clear that council’s role is legislative, and the CAO’s is operational and administrative,” said McLeod, making clear that it is council’s job to make the rules not to enact or enforce them as these belong to the operational administrative side.

Another item on the “wish list” that council has discussed in the past is the desire to improve the appearance of the downtown and deal with rundown or derelict buildings there and in other parts of town.

“We have started the process of getting after some dilapidated buildings both in the downtown area and in the residential area,” stated McLeod. In his report, he cautioned that “it is a process where lawyers need to be involved and careful steps need to be taken to ensure that the town does not end up in court.

“A building cannot be demolished unless you have a court order from a judge,” which he said could take anywhere from two to three years.

“This can be a very expensive proposition if the building owner decides to fight the town,” he said.

And, if the town does get ownership and control of a building, McLeod suspected that it might be “very expensive to remediate or remove,” substances such as asbestos, insulation or tile found in them.

As well, the tax pay-

ments on the buildings are often not up-to-date, he said. This means the town could end up paying four times the cost of the $20,000 building to take it over and demolish it.

“Taxpayers are on the hook to foot that bill,” he stated.

Secondary Highway 619 is another issue as the town tries to recoup the costs incurred in removing contaminated soil found underground when replacing water and sewer lines in 2017.

“The town has gone about as far as it can go without others involved,” stated McLeod. “Currently, we are playing the waiting game on this file. Alberta Environment has sent requests for action to the parties and is waiting for their replies.”

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Opinion Confusion in Canada’s Pandemic Response Many of you have contacted my office about the recently announced international travel measures. People are worried about the new testing and quarantine requirements, as well as what that means for them and their rights. I wanted to address these concerns, but also share information that may impact constituents.

As of February 22, air travelers will be required to reserve, prior to arrival in Canada, a 3-night stay in a government-authorized hotel.

Upon arrival, travelers will be tested for COVID-19 and if they receive a negative result within the three nights, they can continue the rest of their 14day quarantine at home or approved quarantine location. Also, all travelers, whether arriving by land or air will be required to submit their travel and contact information, including a suitable quarantine plan.

There are possible exceptions and exemptions, however there is limited clarity on what those are. We are told exceptions will include essential workers, medical treatments, and humanitarian reasons. In most cases, travelers will be evaluated on a case by case basis, and we recommend you take steps to determine whether you will qualify before any essential travel.

These measures are in addition to the previous ones related to travel requiring a negative PCR test in order to board a flight from another country.

To emphasize however, the Government of Canada is recommending against any non-essential travel outside of Canada. The most up to date and detailed information can be found at travel.gc.ca/ travelcovid/travel-restrictions. If this affects you or a family member, con-

sider the possible costs and implications of travel in light of these measures.

The response to these measures has been predictable, as there is growing frustration with the status of Canada’s response to COVID-19.

Unfortunately, the Liberals’ have failed to have cohesive and succinct response to COVID-19. Measures implemented have affected every aspect of our daily lives and were initially meant to ensure Government had the time needed to develop an action plan for the coronavirus pandemic. Now, a year after the first cases were found in Canada, there is nearly as much uncertainty today as there was a year ago.

I have heard your frustration and concerns. Canada’s Conservatives are working to ensure there is a plan to get Canadians back to work, that your rights are respected, that there is accountability in how Government conducts itself, and looking out for the health and interests of Canadians.

Finally, I would ask for your feedback, please reach out so I can share it with the Government and most effectively represent you.

Damien Kurek, MP Battle River-Crowfoot If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, you are encouraged to write Damien at 4945-50th Street, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9, call 780-608-4600, text 403-575-5625, or email damien.kurek@parl.gc.ca. You can also stay up to date with Damien by following him on social media @dckurek. If you are in need of assistance regarding a Federal Government program, or need assistance and don’t know where to turn, feel free to reach out to MP Kurek’s office.

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Unforgiving sidewalk policy dangerous for seniors Articles written by Peter McArthur based on historical knowledge gleaned over many years.

As a child, growing up in Viking, during the days of WWII, there was a common sense of caring for the other people in the community. When it snowed, there were no young men with power driven plows, nor was the Town equipped with such, and the more common back pack snow blowers were not yet invented. What we did have though were young boys and girls with scoop shovels.

When it snowed, there was a common sense; community action that put these young snow shovelers to work.

With a little parental nudge perhaps, as my father would say, “Peter will you go over and clear the path to the chicken house for Mrs. Frausto?” Such was all that was needed besides my scoop shovel. The list we don’t need here, but there were several homes to be shoveled out. The older citizens might have a heart attack if they have to shovel their snow, Daddy would say.

We felt like we were heroes as they might give us a cup of hot chocolate and a cookie. We always got a gracious “Thank You” and that was enough.

Another thing we were always told to do was “watch for smoke out the chimney.”

About 16 years ago, a cousin of mine, aged 66 years, considered to be in good health as he was shoveling snow at the Local Medical Centre, when he suffered a heart attack which claimed his life.

On Mon., Feb 8., I received a Registered Notice/Fine via the Town of Viking By-law Officer; informing me that this was for “Snow Removal.”

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At my age, and having been a volunteer at the Viking Senior Centre for over 30 years now, I have to confess, I have trouble wrapping my brain around this. Am I being told that “This is your Death Notice,” for it well could be if I pretend that I can still do what I did during WWII. Or, is there more sense to be brought into such a shameful notice to a senior citizen!

I understand that there is a suggestion that was made for anyone wanting to run for Town Council, that each person seeking to run for Council ought to tell the public “The One Thing That They Most Would Accomplish While On Council.”

What an excellent suggestion: Here is my one thing: DURING THE FIRST TERM; HOPEFULLY FORTHWITH; I WANT TO IMPLEMENT A POLICY FOR THE RESIDENTS OF VIKING THAT: upon a resident having reached 65 years of age; as a homeowner or renter of residential property, being the occupant thereof; shall hereby be exempt from the Snow Shoveling By-law. Any further shoveling or snow removal shall be carried out by the Town of Viking at no cost to the Senior Citizens hereby entitled to this Senior Recognition.

That, to my thinking, is good common-sense. Would such commonsense be a welcome addition to the Viking Town Council? Perhaps someone younger will step-up, as I’ve served my time.

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Word on the Street: B&E and theft at vacant property On February 16, police received a complaint of two large dogs running loose on Highway 14 just west of Viking. The Beaver County By-law office was contacted and advised of the complaint.

That evening, police received a complaint of threats being uttered. The complainant advised she was receiving threatening text messages from a family member. Police obtained copies of the messages and found there was insufficient evidence to support charges in this matter.

On February 17, police received a complaint of a break and enter and theft at a vacant property west of Viking. The complainant advised the theft would have occurred sometime over the previous three weeks. Police have no suspects at this time.

Later that afternoon, police received a complaint of an aggressive dog running loose in Viking. Police are following up on this matter.

Viking RCMP recover firearm, drugs, and stolen property On February 16, Viking RCMP, with the assistance of Killam RCMP, executed a search warrant on a rural property for a male wanted on several outstanding arrest Warrants stemming from Viking, Coronation, and Edmonton.

During the investigation, police obtained a subsequent search warrant and seized several items including a firearm, controlled drugs and substances, and stolen property.

This matter is still under investigation and charges are pending.

The Viking RCMP continue to take a proactive approach to crime reduction targeting prolific offenders in our communities. If you observe suspicious activity please contact the Viking RCMP Detachment at 780-336-3441. If there is an emergency, please call 911.

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On February 19, police received a complaint of an agitated customer who had attended a business in Viking. Patrols were made: however, the person in question was not located.

That evening, police received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle that had stopped near a rural property southeast of Viking. The complainant approached the vehicle and it sped away and drove into a nearby property. Nothing criminal occurred and police were unable to identify the driver.

On February 20, police received a complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 26. A patrol was made and the vehicle in question was located and stopped. Police issued a mandatory alcohol screening demand, which the driver complied with and passed. She was allowed to continue on her way and the complainant was updated.

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Province opens COVID vaccinations for all age 75- and-older Leslie Cholowsky Staff Reporter All Alberta seniors 75 and older will be eligible to be vaccinated for COVID-19 starting Wednesday, Feb. 24.

The Province announced Tuesday that appointments may be booked online through AHS or by telephone by calling 811.

Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer, said that all precautions will be taken when vaccinations are being made to this vulnerable group.

Hinshaw said later this week details on getting the vaccine through a participating pharmacy will also be released.

Seniors will require photo ID and their Alberta Health Care to confirm their eligibility.

Information on supports for isolated seniors or those with mobility challenges will also be posted on the alberta.ca website.

Anyone born 1946 or earlier will be able to receive the vaccine (whether they are 75 now, or will turn 75 this year), whether they live in private homes, alone or with family, or in supportive living facilities.

Starting Friday, Feb. 19, Alberta Health Services offered the vaccine directly to all residents in retirement centres, lodges, supportive living, and other congregate living facilities with residents who are aged 75 or older.

It is important to note that health officials will contact seniors living in licenced congregate care facilities to arrange appointments for immunization services.

In sites where eligible seniors interact with residents younger than age 75, health officials will offer the vaccine to everyone living in the facility.

Alberta Health says, “Offering COVID-19 vaccine simultaneously to all residents reduces the overall risk of disease transmission, severe illness and death in the most vulnerable.”

This announcement came on Friday, Feb. 19, where Premier Jason Kenney said, “This is an exciting day for these Albertans, and the thousands of family members and friends who love them.

“We are starting with those most at risk and moving quickly to provide the protection that they deserve.

“Alberta’s vaccine distribution system is the finest in Canada, and we will continue to immunizing Albertans as quickly and safely as possible.”

“Seniors have provided a lifetime of service to their families, friends and neighbours, and helped build Alberta into the great province it is today – they are the strength of Alberta.

“This next step in the vaccination plan is a commitment to ensure seniors continue to remain healthy and safe,” says Josephine Pon, Minister of Seniors and Housing.

Appointment availability will be based on vaccine supply.

The next phase of vaccine rollouts, for those aged 50 to 74 years, anyone with high-risk underlying health conditions, First Nations and Métis people aged 35 and older, residents and staff in congregate living settings, and eligible caregivers, is expected to begin in April, depending on vaccine supplies, with four groups targeted in this phase.

Kenney says, “Alberta’s vaccine roll-out has always prioritized people who are most at risk from COVID19 and Phase 2 is no different.

“We have listened to advice from public health experts and our Vaccine Task Force to identify those atrisk Albertans.

“By the time Phase 2 is complete, 1.79 million more Albertans will have received COVID-19 vaccination, and we will be able to move onto vaccinating the general public. Our province is ready to get vaccines into the arms of Albertans as quickly as possible. However, this relies on Alberta getting the right supply of vaccines from Ottawa, on time.”

Health Minister Tyler Shandro says vaccine delivery will ramp up as more supplies are received. “The more vaccine that arrives in Alberta, the faster we can get to Phase 2 and begin immunizing many, many more

Albertans.

“The pandemic is not over, but we are steadily building our defences against it.”

Phase two rollouts will look like this: Eligibility will move from Group A toward Group D: Group A includes: Albertans aged 65 to 74, no matter where they live; First Nations and Métis people aged 50 to 64, on and off reserve or Metis Settlements; and staff of licensed supportive living facilities not included in Phase 1.

Group B includes: Albertans aged 18 to 64 with highrisk underlying health conditions. Additional information on specific conditions will be provided prior to Phase 2 rollout.

Group C includes: Residents and staff of eligible congregate living settings. This includes correctional facilities, homeless shelters, and group homes, including disability, mental health, and other types of licensed supportive living; health-care workers providing direct and acute patient care who have a high potential for spread to high-risk individuals; and caregivers of Albertans who are most at risk of severe outcomes.

Group D includes: Albertans aged 50 to 64, no matter where they live. First Nations and Métis people aged 35 to 49 on and off reserve or Metis Settlements.

Hinshaw asked for patience from Albertans as this phase of vaccinations roll out, due to lack of vaccine on hand, and the number of people included in this step.

A word of caution: there is no charge for receiving a vaccine in Alberta. Anyone who is contacted with an offer of a vaccine for a fee, at any age, should disregard it, as it matches the description of many new scams circulating.

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, March 17, 2021 7:00 p.m. via Zoom

TOWN RESIDENTS SIDEWALK CLEARING The Town of Viking wants to thank all the citizens and businesses who have worked diligently to keep your sidewalks cleaned this winter.

It is appreciated that many citizens are stepping up and helping their neighbors, but the whole width of the sidewalk needs to be cleared not just one snowblower width as is being done in many areas. Also the snowblower or quad blade usually does not go down to the bare concrete.

Members will consider the passing of a special resolution Members will vote on the Amalgamation Agreement between Vision Credit Union Ltd. and Pincher Creek Credit Union Ltd.

The sidewalks must be cleared down to the bare concrete. If it is not, the residual builds up causing icing problems. Also, as you are aware, Council has instructed administration to step up enforcement of the snow removal bylaw. Having this residual snow on your sidewalks may get you a ticket.

Hang in there, the warmer weather is here the days are much longer and spring is just around the corner!

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Irma News Holden 4-H Club’s Covid calf tour

IRMA NEWS

By Marjorie Lawson

The 50/50 draw for the Wainwright and District Health Foundation raised over $8,600 for the CT scanner project. The lucky winner was from the Edgerton area.

Appreciation goes to all who supported the raffle.

Many Irma people picked up burgers at the arena on Friday evening to support the local facility.

We extend condolences to Jerry and Lana Olsen and family after the passing of her

brother, David Helm, at the age of 66.

Kevin and Shelley MacKay welcomed a new granddaughter this week with the arrival of Stevie Shelley, a daughter for Kristen and Justin Cannan. Stevie is also welcomed by siblings Gunnar and Taya and great-grandparents Jack and Irene MacKay. Iris Hurst, who grew up in Irma in the 40s and 50s, passed away recently in Edmonton at the age of 89. She was the youngest daughter of Jerry and Maudie Hurst who operated Irma Lumber. She is survived by nieces Gail Bacon, Cindy Inch and Anne Owen.

Our thoughts are with Larkin Holt and Wendy Larson as they deal with health issues.

Baylee Chomik Club Reporter

On Monday, February 15, we braved the cold and had a social distancing calf tour to see how everyone's projects are doing.

Everyone’s projects are looking good. The steers are gaining weight nicely We also had a 4-H meeting during our tour. We discussed what we were going to do for public speaking this year since we can't have it like we normally do. There were lots of good ideas. March 7 is when we have to do our public speaking do.

We were not able to have our annual Pancake Supper this year due to Covid.

This is our club's biggest and oldest fundraiser of the year.

The Holden Beef Club

has been doing this pancake supper for more than 40 years and it is a big hit with the community and past club members.

The club has decided to continue collecting tires, so if you have any tires to get rid of let anyone of the members know.

Also Beaver District is continuing with the electronic recycling, if you

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Our next meeting is in March and we hope we can have it in person!

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If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

FARMLAND FOR SALE BY TENDER The owners hereby offer the following parcel of land located in Flagstaff County, for sale by tender, subject to the existing reservations on title: MERIDIAN 4 RANGE 16 TOWNSHIP 42 SECTION 23 QUARTER SOUTH WEST CONTAINING 64.7 HECTARES (160 ACRES) MORE OR LESS EXCEPTING THEREOUT: 0.809 HECTARES (2 ACRES) MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON PLAN 4738RS EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS AND THE RIGHT TO WORK THE SAME There are approximately 40 acres of tame hay with the balance being prairie and light brush.

There are no buildings or bins on the property and there is no surface lease revenue.

Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Congdon Tender”, to Scott Farnham at Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP, Barristers and Solicitors, 5016 – 52 Street, Camrose, AB. T4V 1V7, on or before 12:00 noon, March 12, 2021, and shall be accompanied with GST number and a cheque payable to Farnham West Stolee Kambeitz LLP in trust for 5% of the tender price.

No conditional tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted.

Tenders will not be opened in public.

The deposits of all unsuccessful tenders will be returned to them by mail.

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The successful tenderer will be obligated to complete the purchase on or before April 21, 2021. The 5% deposit shall constitute a deposit towards the purchase price. Taxes will be adjusted on closing date. There will be no other adjustments.

Should the successful tenderer fail to complete the transaction by the closing date, their deposit will be forfeited.

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County council’s dustup over dust control - Smook and Bruce oppose going back to 50 per cent cost for residents Patricia Harcourt There was a bit of a dust up in rural Beaver County between councillors at county council’s zoom teleconference meeting Feb. 17. And, ironically, it was all about dust control and roads.

After the dust settled, council had managed to plow its way through two readings of a revised Fee For Services Bylaw that proposed to return dust control fees to 2019 levels.

The bylaw revision would have residents pay only 50 per cent of the product cost on short term dust control applications. If there are other applications within the same year the cost would be 100 per cent.

The bylaw revision would have reversed a change made in 2020 that saw the applicant pay for 100 per cent. Council reconsidered this new bylaw at the Feb. 3 meeting in light of a 2021 budget that saw better revenues than initially expected.

With more money to work with, council is close to reversing the 100 per charge in this, a municipal election year.

However, Reeve Jim Kallal’s bid to have all three readings done in one sitting to enact the 50 per cent dust control application revision failed.

Two councillors, Kevin Smook (Division 1) and Barry Bruce (Division 4), opposed the motion to allow for a third reading. That vote needed to be unanimous to proceed to third reading on that day.

Kallal’s (Division 2) bid to halve the costs for ratepayers to keep their roads free of dust will continue at the next meeting of council in March.

The reading is expected to pass with the support of three councillors out of five at that time.

In discussing the bylaw change, Division 5 Councillor Dale Pederson

stated his agreement with the 50/50 cost split. But his neighbouring councillor disagreed.

“I’m opposed to it,” said Bruce (Division 4), stating he has heard from many residents who object to “paying for somebody else’s dust control.” He also didn’t necessarily agree with the rosier prediction about revenues, stating “it will be an interesting year depending on how much revenue we get in…It would be prudent to wait and see how much we get money wise,” he said.

But Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec believed his division was more positive to the idea of revisiting the dust control fees, noting that “we have reserves from last year,” and the needed $60,000 for this change should come out of that.

Smook expressed his complete rejection of a reversal. “I’m against this wholeheartedly,” he said.

“Everyone said if you want it you should pay for it.” Smook also noted that costs, including gas prices, are going up and taxes collected on oil and gas properties are going down.

Kallal raised the issue of residents deserving a good level of service in light of the taxes they pay. He cited the example of three property owners paying only $10,000 who were opposed while two subdivisions on R.R. 202 - where the county collects taxes of $150,000 on 50 properties within a three-km stretch of road want the change.

He compared the needed $60,000 for dust control if the county pays half to the hundreds of thousands of dollars paid by taxpayers along that stretch of the 202.

He refuted the claim that other ratepayers are paying for the dust control of others.

“Our people in the West End are subsidizing millions of dollars in recreation,” he said, and other servic-

es for the rest of the county. “They pay twice as much as any farmer and they have a dusty road.

“We need to take into account the amount of taxes paid and the stretch of road (that needs the dust control),” he said, adding he was “speaking on behalf of my ratepayers in the West End.” And his division “has lots more gravel roads” than there are in Division 1, a reference to Smook’s area of representation. Kallal also noted the health benefits of dust control and made reference to the high traffic counts in his area which is a commuter travel way for people working in the city.

“People are picking up the full costs when we have $60,000 left over from dust control every year,” he said, adding that “some (ratepayers) cannot effort a full shot (to pay for dust control).”

Smook rebutted discussion of Twp. Rd. 514, which Kallal said was fully serviced with far fewer residents living on it than the 202 has along its road.

Smook said the 514 was in the 5Year Road Plan based on the Rural Road Study conducted by the county.

He said it was “the second busiest category of road in the plan.

“I’m not sure why we’re pitting one area against the other,” he said.

Kallal made the first motion to give first reading to the revised Fee for Services bylaw, which passed 3-2. In favour were Kallal, Hrabec and Pederson; opposed were Smook and Bruce.

A motion for second reading was made by Hrabec, and this passed with the same voting result.

However, when Pederson made a motion to allow for a third reading at the same sitting of council, it needed to be unanimous. The vote split was the same as the previous two

motions that passed, but this time that defeated the motion.

The discussion then turned to Kallal requesting council consider putting R.R. 202 - from Twp. Rd. 502 to 504 - into the 5-Year Road Plan.

“This isn’t on the agenda,” said Smook.

“It is now,” replied Kallal, calling it business arising from the meeting.

However, council would later have to officially put this road issue on its agenda before dealing with it.

Hrabec took the chair so Kallal could act as a “private councillor for Division 2, speaking on behalf of my ratepayers.”

After a great deal of procedural wrangling, council passed a motion adding two roads to the agenda as emergent items: Kallal’s Range Road 202 and Smook’s Range Road 201 North of Hwy. 14.

Council went in-session (not open to the public) and later came out of session to pass two motions. There were: Administration would come back to council with the feasibility of adding Range Road 202 from Twp. Rd. 502 to Twp. Rd. 504 to the 5-Year Road Plan, including tax revenue collected from Lorie Estates and Rolling Glory Estates, and any other information that needs to be garnered to be included in the 5-Year Road Plan.

The second motion passed was for another feasibility study to be done for Smook’s Range Road 201 - North of Hwy. 14 to Twp. Rd. 512 - regarding adding it to the 5-Year Road plan, and any other information that needs to be garnered for the plan.

Council will consider the third reading of the Fee For Services Bylaw revision at an upcoming meeting.

Council will also deal with the issue of the two roads once administration has done a feasibility on their inclusion in the road plan.

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Seed Cleaning plant gets $30,000 annual grant after presentation Patricia Harcourt After hearing a presentation from Brent Christensen, board secretary of the Beaver County Seed Cleaning Plant Cooperative, Beaver County agreed to give the plant a $30,000 annual grant.

The county was given the plant’s financial statements for the year ending in June 2020.

“We are requesting a continuation of the memorandum of agreement for the $30,000 Seed Plant grant,” stated Board Chair Colin Lang, in a letter to council.

“As you will see in our financial statement, we had a net profit of $34,913 without a grant in the year ending June 30 2020,” stated Lang. Although it shows an improvement in the plant’s profitability, Lang also said this compares to the previous year’s performance without the annual grant.

He based the profit for the year ending June 30, 2020, on cleaning 392,743 bushels, as well as strong oats and barley seed sales The reason is that the budget does not reflect last year’s grant because it came after the June 30 cutoff to be included in the June 2019 to June 2020 financial year.

“The grant shown in the budget was received in the first half of this calendar,” he explained.

“It has been put to good use covering some much needed repairs to the facility and covering the first payment on a bin to store seed barley.”

He reminded council that the plant will be 60 years old this coming summer, and other than the colour sorter it contains original equipment or equipment

replaced in the 1980s.

“There will continually be the need to repair, replace and upgrade to continue to serve the 263 plus customers from Beaver County,” said Lang.

At the zoom meeting of county council, Christensen fielded questions from councillors and received some accolades.

“You’ve really done a wonderful job in grain sales. It’s helping to keep it viable,” said Division 1 Councillor Kevin Smook.

“We’re making progress, grain sales are strong,” agreed Christensen, adding the board has more plans for sales this year.

Christensen went line by line through the Seed Plant budget before noting: “We put a lot of thought into this…We’ve gained a lot in two years.”

“It’s a delight,” said Reeve Jim Kallal (Division 2). “You should be proud of it.”

The reeve stated that “you got by without the county grant last year,” but this was corrected by the county’s ag field person Aimee Boese, who explained: “Last year the grant was delayed so (the plant) didn’t receive it in June, which is their year end,” she said. Instead, “it was paid in the fall.”

In answering a question about the possibility of raising prices for seed cleaning, Christensen said it was tried before unsuccessfully.

“It’s a fine line, you need to cover your costs without alienating your customer base,” he said, referencing a motion passed by the seed cleaning board to keep rates the same for now.

And there is competition around them, he said, referring to a new plant being built in Camrose County.

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Council gives Holden charter school idea a warm reception Patricia Harcourt Beaver County Council gave Karla Janzen a warm reception during a presentation proposing the establishment of a Grade 7 - 12 charter school in Holden.

The school would be called Holden Rural Academy and be located in the now vacant elementary school in the Village of Holden.

“I am heading up a team of people applying for a charter school,” said Janzen, for students from Grade 7-12 in the Holden and Ryley area, to open in the fall of 2022, “We are planning to use the Holden school building,” she continued, but ministerial approval will be required.

“We recognize we are in competition for students in Ryley for junior high,” she said. Although enrollment is down at the senior class levels at Ryley, Janzen didn’t think that BRSD would close the school in an election year.

People ask her how they could afford to run a charter school, which in Alberta are tuition-free public schools, and operated by non-profit organizations. The answer is that charter students receive per student funding equal to public schools.

They also receive funding for transportation, and operations and maintenance but not for infrastructure or board members who volunteer their time.

They are operated by Alberta certified teachers and follow Alberta’s approved curriculum. Charter schools “provide basic education in a different or enhanced way,” she said, and have a focus not already being offered by the local school board.

The school would be open to all students and have no religious affiliation. The idea is to “give flexibility and support to pursue their studies while developing vocational skills, and offer exposure to a wide variety of vocations while widening career choice options.”

“We don’t have any pattern to follow so it is really challenging,” she said. “We think every rural student has the right to a high quality education near their home,” and she believed people living locally would value such a school in their area.

The school would use local community history and culture as part of the curriculum. “Charter schools are sup-

posed to offer something innovative and different,” she said. While urban schools could specialize, the rural school with fewer students would have to have a broader base.

And the curriculum would be taught from a rural perspective using rural issues, extending the curriculum beyond the school walls and into the community.

There would also be collaboration with other schools in the area and local businesses in the community.

“Wow, it sounds very exciting to me,” said Reeve Jim Kallal.

Division 1 Councillor Kevin Smook called it “a wonderful presentation,” but wondered if other kinds of classes other than vocational would be offered to round out student education.

Janzen said that is being considered although the emphasis right now is on “the trades,” and in meeting the requirements of becoming a charter school.

“We want to expand theatre, arts and dance by connecting with those already offering them,” she said. “Yes, we do plan to offer sports programs.”

“I really like where you are going with the (emphasis on) trades,” said Division 4 Councillor Barry Bruce. “I think those are the jobs of the future.”

Bruce asked if the school would be using the newer technologies and Janzen replied that “we do want to be as upto-date as possible.” But the school also wants “to install a good solid work ethic.”

The school would concentrate on the trades offering jobs that are well paying within the rural context, she said.

People should be able to attend a local school and anyone is welcome to attend, she said, adding: “We don’t want to steal students from our neighbouring towns.”

But they will need 100 students to open a charter school, and Janzen is hoping there would be a community “buy in” to allow that to happen.

Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec, whose Division 3 is within the Holden area, said he would “fight for that…You’ve got me in your corner.”

Hrabec said he believes there will be “lots of community support,” noting the now vacant school in Holden has a gymnasium that could be used for sports and other activities.

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Contract Road Rehabilitation Request for Quotation (RFQ) No: RFQ2021-03PW Submission Deadline: February 23, 2021 at 10:00:00am local time Beaver County is using a Contract Road Rehabilitation Program to prolong the life of existing road infrastructure by rehabilitating sections of local roads in order to bring them back to specification standards. This work involves shoulder pulls for approximately 24km – 35km (dependent on contract price and budget) of local roads within the municipality in the areas designated by the Superintendent of Transportation.

Specific work areas are undetermined at this time and total amount of kilometers may be adjusted in final contract upon negotiation with supplier.

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The following Development Applications have 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: March 17, 2021 Application No. 020020-21-D0008 Applicant: M.D. of Wainwright No. 61 Location: NE 27-47-11-W4 Development: Natural Resource Extraction – Gravel Pit

APPEAL DEADLINE: March 17, 2021 Application No. 020020-21-D0009 Applicant: Svensen, Garth and Jocelyn Location: SW 29-50-15-W4 Development: Application for Second Dwelling with Attached Garage 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 Due to COVID-19, all appeal hearings will be held electronically until further notice.

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Small Business Clarification !

NEW SMALL BUSINESS CLASSIFICATION On February 3, 2021, Beaver County Council established a new assessment classification for small businesses. Council recognizes that small businesses are struggling in our current economy and is considering a reduction in the tax rate for this key sector of our rural community.

To be eligible for the small business classification, a non-residential property must meet certain criteria, including a valid development/ business permit, employment of fewer than 50 full-time staff, and submission of an application by the deadline date.

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Council will decide on the small business tax rate when the annual budget is approved in the Spring. Provincial legislation limits the tax rate to no less than 75% of the general non-residential tax rate.

Due to the continued uncertainty with the Covid 19 pandemic, Beaver Regional Arts Society Board Members have unanimously agreed that it is not feasible to proceed with planning our next season performances. The decision has been made to cancel the 2021-2022 season.

To enable small businesses to take advantage of this program in the 2021 tax year, applications will be accepted on or before March 15, 2021 by e-mail, fax, or mail. Post-marked applications will not be accepted. For more information and an application form, go to the County’s website at www.beaver.ab.ca.

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New survey from Mental Health Association shows impact of COVID-19 Leslie Cholowsky Staff Reporter

The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) released a report Tuesday, Feb. 16, based on the results of its Mental health Impact of COVID-19 survey.

The survey ran between April and May last year, and its purpose was to understand the mental health and wellbeing impact the COVID-19 pandemic has had on Albertans in both rural and urban settings.

The CMHA reports that some 44 per cent of rural Albertans who responded reported a lack of socialization throughout the pandemic that has become a mental health challenge. However the survey results also show that an increased comfort level with technology has facilitated more social connections with rural Albertans who may have been isolated without it. More than half of those surveyed said that staying connected with loved ones has helped their mental health and overall wellbeing.

Some of the most popular coping mechanisms identified by Albertans included staying connected, physical activity, self-care, benefits of the outdoors, and maintaining routines. The first three were the most popular responses, indicated by almost half of

those surveyed.

Just under a quarter of those surveyed (21 per cent) indicated that uncertainty about the future is the top concern affecting their mental health through the pandemic. The top five concerns were: isolation; access to mental health support and services; challenges to mental health; anxiety, and economic concerns.

The first three were noted by at almost a third of all respondents, with 42 per cent concerned about isolation.

On the bright side, over one-third of the people who responded to the survey also indicated that there were new opportunities and potentially positive lasting impacts from the pandemic.

“These results underscore the significant concerns the pandemic has placed on individuals and families in Alberta but also point to our population’s strength and resilience,” says CMHA. “The results of this survey continue to highlight the need for mental health supports during the pandemic” says David Grauwiler, Executive Director of CMHA, Alberta Division.

“Many Albertans in both rural and urban areas are struggling with isolation, lack of access to services, anxiety about the future, economic concerns and family pressures that will have a large impact on our collective mental health and wellness.”

AHS urges Albertans to seek medical care Alberta Health Services (AHS) is urging Albertans to seek medical attention if they need care.

AHS has seen a decline this winter in hospital admissions for stroke and heart attack. This is similar to a trend seen in March and April of 2020, at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.

This reminder follows AHS’ recent launch of a campaign encouraging Albertans to ‘listen to their bodies’, and if something feels off, to book an appointment to see their family doctor.

While that campaign is targeting symptoms that may be linked to a cancer diagnosis, delaying treatment for heart attack, stroke and other conditions can also have serious consequences. When patients eventually do come to hospital, they are often very sick.

These are time-dependent conditions where effective, life-saving treatments are routinely used, but they need to be applied shortly after symptom onset.

“Without treatment, you may end up dead – or seriously disabled,” said cardiologist Dr. Michelle Graham.

“You may survive that heart attack while staying at home, but will be at much higher risk of developing heart failure, which has a worse prognosis than many cancers.”

Evidence shows that early treatment for heart attacks can limit or even prevent heart damage; and for strokes, a

delay in treatment of as little as 25 minutes can leave an additional 20 per cent of stroke patients with severe disability or even death.

The COVID-19 pandemic has meant that some Albertans have not sought treatment out of concern over the virus.

Measures taken to ensure the safety of patients may also be viewed by some as an additional barrier to receiving care.

However, throughout the pandemic, Alberta’s health system has been open to patients to diagnose and manage illness and disease.

As well, all AHS facilities enforce rigorous infection prevention and control standards, screen staff for COVID-19 symptoms and exposure risk, and have staff follow continuous masking and diligent hand hygiene policies. AHS facilities are safe places to seek care.

Family doctors are available and able to assist you with health concerns.

Primary care offices screen patients for COVID-19 and take precautions to ensure they too can provide safe treatment for their patients.

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35± acres of hay. Corner of HWY 16 and RR 185. Price: $399,000 Seller is a licensed Realtor™ in the province of Alberta • W4-18-54-10 SW ¼ 160 acres 110± cultivated acres. RR 183 between TWP RD 540 and 542 Price: $320,000 • Parcel #1 Plan: 0826846 Block 1 Lot 2 Parcel #2 Plan: 0826846 Block 1 Lot 3 156.60 acres total 145 combined cultivated acres RR 175 and TWP 544 Price: $575,000 • W4-18-53-29-NE, Plan 0321318 Block 1 Lot 1, Plan 0321318 Block 1 Lot 2, 314.45 acres total. 2 miles from highway 16 fenced and cross fenced pasture.

Total Price $675,000 FARM LAND IN CHIPMAN • S ½ of SW ¼ -20-54-18-W4 80 acres all in hay and trees near Highway 15. Price $150,000 • SW ¼ 30-54-18-W4 (North ½) 78.83 acres fenced pasture land Price $140,000 • SW ¼, 30-54-18-W4 (South ½)- 72.12 acres fenced pasture land Price $130,000 BEAVER COUNTY • W4-16-4836-SW 160 acres near Holden. Small house, power, gas, and septic system well treed yard. Price $419,000 • W4-19-51-15-SE ¼ 155.9 acres usable for pasture of hay near Tofield. Fenced and cross fenced with multiple water sources. RR 192 and TWP Rd 512. Price $519,000 TWO HILLS COUNTY RECREATION LAND • W4-12-55-27 NW 146 acres with 1/2-mile frontage on the North Saskatchewan river. HWY 29 and RR 123 50± acres of cultivation power at property Nicely treed lot for a building site. Price $350,000 LAND FOR SALE RURAL RED DEER COUNTY • W5-3-35-26-NE 158.1 acres 120± acres of arable land as well as well lease income. Located at TWP RD 354 RR 31. Price $600,000.

LAND FOR SALE MINBURN COUNTY • W4-13-50-32-NW 138 acres 95 acres± class 2 soil with the balance in Class 4 and pasture. 1983 bungalow in need of repair on property. Property sold “As is where is”. There is also income from well lease. Located at 50527 located Range Road 135 Minburn County. Price $650,000.

LAND FOR SALE WETASKIWIN COUNTY • W5-4-47-1-W 53.93 acres fenced pasture as well lease income. Located HWY 20 TWP 470. Price $160,000.

LAND FOR SALE GRAND PRAIRIE COUNTY • W6-13-75-3-SE 110.25 acres of class 3 and 4 land as well as well lease income.

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the town may not win,” he said.

Council also wanted to move forward on water and sewer upgrades. McLeod listed several items that have been taken care of in the three years he has been CAO. These include rebuilding the west lift station and the manhole list station behind the Caledonia. Storm drainage that was replaced under 50 Street and the cleaning out of the storm water channel to Lake Thomas.

A swale was put in place on the golf course as well as the lowering of the dykes so flooding that was occurring on 45 Street every time it rained hard was remediated.

The digging and replacing of culverts on the Highway 36 service road will improve water flow through town, he said, noting that entire upgrade will be paid for by Alberta

Transportation.

Water and sewer replacement is planned for the first block of 53 Avenue west of 50 Street past the fire hall and grocery store.

“This is a main trunk line from the west side of town to the main lift station,” he said, and the province is promising $128,000 in funding to supplement MSP and MSI capital grant funding.

The town also plans to dredge the lagoons this year, the first time in 15 years. McLeod called this “really just maintenance.”

Town council held strategic planning sessions in the early part of its mandate, which outlined many of these issues on the list.

“At the last strategic meeting the number one goal was to get a daycare open,” said McLeod.

“The town succeeded in doing this. If people choose not to support the one we have in town, there is little council can do.”

Council had also discussed the possibility of establishing a Chamber of Commerce in Viking to help promote business and help back up events.

But McLeod said it was not council’s job to organize an organization like this one for the town, as local businesses would be the ones to join together and operate it.

“I have spoken to a number of my peers and all of them say the same thing,” he said. “The (town, city, county) do not become involved in the formation of a Chamber of Commerce.”

Before council closed the meeting off to the public Feb. 16 (without adjourning or going in session), Mayor Jason Ritchie said that he didn’t completely agree with that assessment.

Ritchie felt that council could work with businesses to spearhead a chamber formation, and work with the town’s strategic plan to boost the town and its advantages.

Town councillors will be discussing these issues at the March regular meeting to decide if anything more can be done in the current and final year of their mandate before municipal elections are held in the fall.

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Re-opening the economy CAO Report to Viking Council before meeting

Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Const.

Last week, Alberta took a bold step forward with our plan to ease restrictions by beginning Step 1 of our 4-step framework. This means that restaurants, cafes and pubs can permit indoor dining to a maximum of six people per table (from same household or the two close contacts for people living alone), one-on-one training is permitted for indoor fitness activities and lessons, and conditioning activities for indoor team-based minor sports, activities and school athletics can begin again.

The Camrose constituency is full of entrepreneurs who have put their heart and soul into the success of their dining establishments and promising young athletes who deserve every opportunity to reach their potential. Thanks to the hard work of Albertans, we have bent the curve and are continuing to make progress.

And Alberta’s health care providers have done their part to keep the health system operating on a sustainable basis.

Despite all the challenges we faced in 2020, Alberta’s forestry and agriculture sectors showed signs of strength that point towards a positive economic future. In October, Alberta witnessed record breaking

solid wood prices at $1,288 per thousandboard-feet for western spruce-pine-fir. Prices for lumber, oriented strand board and plywood have also seen a profound recovery, with benchmark prices increasing between 125 per cent and 215 per cent. When COVID-19 was declared a public health emergency, Alberta quickly understood the role of forestry as an essential service and the global need for forestry products that are vital to the lives of Albertans.

Alberta has a proud history of resilient, innovative farmers, food processors and ranchers who have overcome some of the toughest conditions.

Harvest progress in 2020 hit a new record high in Alberta with farmers harvesting more than seven per cent above what is normal. From our world-famous Alberta beef to highquality hard red spring wheat, Alberta’s agriculture sector is an economic highlight during these tough times.

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business has recognized Alberta as the most improved province on their annual Red Tape Report Card – giving us a first-ever grade of A. Since the Associate Ministry of Red Tape Reduction was formed in June 2019, thousands of regulatory

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Alberta is carefully reopening the economy and showing encouraging signs of resurgence.

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As per the easing of COVID-19 restrictions recently by the province, Viking CAO Don McLeod reported that the Carena rink and its ice surface is now open and allows for a maximum of 10 participants on each half of the centre line.

“As always, we are following provincial government protocols,” he stated, adding that the fitness centre, kitchen, walking track and play centre are still

closed.

In his report, McLeod and the bylaw officer dealt with several related issues.

McLeod said that he also “responded to numerous inquiries from council members.”

McLeod has also conducted interviews for the officer manager position, as the outgoing manager finishes her duties at the end of the month.

The auditors are working remotely, and documents required are being sent over to

them rather than working at the town office.

The Highway 36 drainage construction project is waiting on warmer weather to be completed, and would take about a week to finish after that.

This includes the widening of the service road to accommodate truck traffic.

“Fortis will be moving the streetlights on the service road and will be putting the wire underground,” he said, which will also be required for this project.

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OBITUARY

Jeanette Beverly Anne Arychuk

Jeanette Beverly Anne Arychuk was born March 1, 1967, to Dmetro and Lena Arychuk of Viking, AB. She was the youngest of four children. She grew up on the family farm and attended Viking School where she graduated in 1985. At the young age of 13, her father’s sudden and tragic death formed in her character qualities of resilience, courage, and determination.

Jeanette’s initial volunteer experience with candy striping at the local hospital in Junior High led her to pursuing her RNA then RN designation.

Her nursing career took her to Yellowknife as an RNA, then after upgrading to Registered Nurse in Saskatoon, she went to St. Paul, AB, and then finally returning to Yellowknife.

After moving to BC, she worked in Squamish, Lion’s Gate (North Vancouver), in various nursing roles.

Her last position was in Sechelt Hospital where she completed an intensive chemotherapy

course to care for cancer patients, while she, herself, was battling cancer.

Jeanette was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2015. Thus began her six year battle with Cancer.

She bravely faced surgery and chemotherapy with hope and an incredible fighting spirit.

Jeanette took on the 200km bike “Ride For A Cure” in 2016 during her remission.

In 2018, she was diagnosed with an inoperable lung cancer. In the fall of 2019, she was diagnosed with brain cancer and radiation was added to the chemo in a renewed effort to overcome this disease.

She valiantly fought but lost this battle on February 11, 2021, just weeks before her 54th birthday.

Left to mourn her passing is special friend Robin, mother Lena, brother Hart (Lorna), sister Lornadele, brother Dan (Tannis), nephews Noah (Shehana) and Ben, cousins, aunts, and friends.

Jeanette was predeceased by her father Dmetro.

Donations may be made in memory of Jeanette to: Viking Health Foundation, PO Box 60,Viking, AB, T0B 4N0, or to the charity of your choice.

A private Memorial Service was held on February 20, 2021.

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