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Locals join trucker support
BY JANA SEMENIUK Lamont county residents answered the call to join truck drivers and concerned citizens from across the province in solidarity during a rally outside the Edmonton Legislature Jan. 29, hoping to end COVID19 mandates. The rally was inspired by a larger one that began in Ottawa this past week after vaccines for truck drivers was mandated Jan. 15. Truck drivers from nearly every province, in addition to drivers from the U.S., showed up in Ottawa to protest the mandate. Meanwhile, thousands reportedly met in Acheson Saturday morning and slowly made their way to the Legislature together, honking their horns and waving flags. “There were literally thousands of people there,” said Bruderhiem resident Amanda West. “There were tractors and tons of people had flags on their vehicles. It was overwhelming.” West and her family, husband Ryan and three children ages 11, eight and four, went together to lend their support. “One little girl was pulling a wagon with a sign that read, ‘I want to see the smiles of others’,” she said. “No one was wearing masks which made my kids ask a lot of questions. Once they knew why we were there they felt proud and supportive. We were reading all the signs and talked about what they meant. They don’t talk about freedom in schools or freedom of choice, all they talk about is how to be safe from Covid.”
West said her views on the vaccine and masking mandates are simple. “No one should have to be vaccinated to keep their jobs. It’s not what Canada is about,” she said. “I think something needs to be done. Nothing will change if we don’t stand up for our rights.” Meanwhile, another Lamont County resident fighting for the rights of others is Action4Canada Lamont Chapter leader Natasha Rumohr. Rumohr gave a speech addressing the massive crowd in front of the Legislature Saturday. “I’m just a single momma,” she said. “I don’t want my children to have a life where they are bound with masks and vaccine (mandates), and they can’t walk free in this nation.” Rumohr, who recently moved to Lamont County and began the Lamont Chapter of Action4Canada, explained her motivations in wanting to connect with people throughout the pandemic. “We want people to understand that you are not alone. The media doesn't show what's actually happening. We are coming together. We're communities. People get discouraged on their own. But when you are with an army, you’re discouragement is where you get your power,” she said. “God was with me and without him I can do nothing.” According to its website, Action4Canada is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to lobbying all levels of government to protect the Canadian heritage, Canadian values, the rule of law, freedom of speech, freedom of thought and freedom of expression.
Lamont county resident, and Action4Canada Lamont chapter leader Natasha Rumohr, speaks to a massive crowd in front of the legislature in Edmonton on Jan. 29 during a truck rally in support of ending all COVID-19 mandates. The rally followed a larger one that took place in Ottawa the same day. Photo: Ivana Liberty
MLA and MP from area support trucker’s convoy
BY JOHN MATHER Both the local provincial and federal representatives are standing alongside the trucker convoy that has descended on Ottawa in the past week. Fort Saskatchewan MLA Jackie Armstrong Homeniuk posted online that being the daughter of a trucker, she knew how hard the truckers work to Thousands of people gather during a truck rally at the bring essential goods to legislature in Edmonton Jan. 29 protesting COVID-19 market. mandates. Photo: Natasha Rumohr “They bring every-
thing from food and medical supplies to gasoline,”she said. “Truckers from across Canada are making their voices heard about how the Federal government’s mandatory requirements for cross border truckers will impact our supply chains, industries and livelihoods.” Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs offered up a series of posts in recent days supporting the convoy. “The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is Canada’s largest association of small and medium-sized businesses, and is urging the federal government to drop the vaccine mandate of truckers in Canada,” she
posted. “CFIB says the policy is creating supply shortages and driving up shipping costs. It’s making everything from fuel to building materials more expensive, and means higher prices and fewer products on the shelves for you.” She further condemned statements by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau calling members of the convoy a “fringe minority,” with “unacceptable views.” “It should alarm everyone that he considers himself the arbiter of what Canadians can and can’t say, and can and can’t think,” Stubbs stated. CONTINUED ON PAGE 11
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Lamont County passes resolution of support for Ukraine BY JOHN MATHER Lamont County, the Cradle of Ukrainian Settlement in Canada, has joined with the legions of Ukrainians across the country asking the Canadian government to do more to support the home country as it faces ongoing hostile threats from Russia. The County has strong ties with Ukraine, it stated in a resolution passed at the Jan. 25 council meeting, and it is with this in mind, that we support both the Canadian and Alberta efforts to prevent conflict in the region. While we hope no further aggression occurs, Lamont County stands strong with Ukraine and its people; we support Alberta and Canada’s position to impose the strongest diplomatic sanctions should Russia move to invade Ukraine (as well as any further actions necessary to reduce and control further Russian aggres-
sion). “Our county has a strong Ukrainian heritage, and many residents are concerned for family that still resides in Ukraine,” said Reeve David Diduck. “We want to offer our support to both Ukraine and to our governments, including standing strong with the letter sent from Alberta’s Advisory Council on Alberta - Ukraine Relations.” The resolution further stated the County was concerned for our families, relatives and other ancestors who reside in Ukraine and may be exposed to further conflict. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said late Jan. 26, Canada would send Ukraine defensive tools like bullet-proof vests and night-vision goggles, but won’t yet go as far as sending weapons. “To see an autocratic country like Russia choose to use its military might, its heft, to bully
New life for former steel plant in County BY JOHN MATHER Fortune Minerals Limited, has entered in a potential agreement with JFSL Field Services ULC to purchase its former steel fabrication plant in Lamont County. Fortune is a Canadian mining company focused on developing the NICO Cobalt-GoldBismuth-Copper Project in the Northwest Territories and Alberta. Pursuant to the agreement, Fortune will have six months to carry out
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and threaten an independent democracy to bow to its will, to be constrained in its path forward, is a threat not just to Ukrainians. It’s a threat to all of us who believe in the rights of citizens to elect their governments and pick the direction for their country,” he said. Trudeau also announced a 200-troop mission to train Ukrainian troops, would get an immediate boost of 60 more soldiers with the possibility of the mission growing to as many as 400 troops. Ukraine is threatened by more than 100,000 Russian troops on its borders and has pleaded with Canada to send weapons. Britain and the U.S. have supported Ukraine with offensive weapons in recent weeks including anti-tank missiles.
Shop fire required teamwork BY JOHN MATHER Mundare Fire with assistance from Lamont, Chipman, Bruderheim and Tofield fire departments responded to a structure fire of a large shop on Jan 20. Strong winds made firefighting a challenge, said Mundare Fire Chief Glenda Dales “Through great team work no other buildings were damaged,” said
Dales. Busy Week She added during the week Mundare responded to many motor vehicle incidents but on Jan. 26 a new challenge for the fire department was presented An armoured security vehicle hit an icy patch on Highway 16 near RR 173 and ended up on its side in the ditch entrapping the driver and secu-
rity person. “Through great team effort of the Lamont County peace officer, Lamont County regional chief, paramedics, RCMP, Mundare fire members and two good samaritans the two people were removed from the vehicle. “These vehicles offer a very unique challenge,” said Dales.
Flames and sparks rise from a serious building fire southwest of Mundare Jan. 20. Strong winds made battling the large shop fire difficult, said Mundare fire chief Glenda Dales.
TOWN OF BRUDERHEIM NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Land Use Bylaw Amendment Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, Sections 230, 606 and 692, the Council of the Town of Bruderheim hereby gives notice of its intention to adopt: Bylaw No. 02-2022, a bylaw to amend the Town of Bruderheim Land Use Bylaw. The purpose of Bylaw 02-2022 is to amend the existing Land Use Bylaw 33-2015 by redistricting Pt. Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 072-5539 from R3 – High Density Residential District to C3 – Mixed Use District THEREFORE TAKE NOTICE THAT pursuant to Sections 606 and 692 of the Municipal Government Act a public hearing to consider the proposed Bylaw will be held: Date: Wednesday, February 16, 2022 Time: 7:00 pm Place: Bruderheim Fire Hall 5112 Queen Street Bruderheim, Alberta T0B 0S0 AND FURTHUR TAKE NOTICE THAT anyone wishing to make a verbal or written representation may do so at the hearing, or by providing the representation to Sherry Cote, Director of Planning and Legislative Services, before 12:00 p.m. on Friday, February 11, 2022. It would be beneficial for individuals to provide advance notice to the Town of Bruderheim at (780) 796-3731 of their intention to make a presentation at the hearing. AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT a copy of the proposed Bylaw is posted at www.bruderheim.ca for review and may be inspected at the Town of Bruderheim office during normal business hours. To obtain more information regarding the proposed changes, please contact: Kyle Miller, Planner Patty Podoborozny, Chief Administrative Officer or Municipal Planning Services Sherry Cote, Director of Planning and Phone (780) 486-1991 Legislative Services Town of Bruderheim Phone (780) 796-3731
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Opinion The rodeo came to Ottawa and Trudeau hid away BY JOHN MATHER Well it’s 40 below and I don;t give a f… Got a heater in my truck, And I’m off to the rodeo. Well folks, the rodeo in this case was in Ottawa this week and truckers from across the country rallied to protest mandatory Covid vaccinations being forced on them, and in general to cry out against the curtailment of freedoms in this country that have occurred during the past two years. Now the issue of vaccinations has achieved critical mass as sides have been created with those who oppose vaccines, and those who feel the unvaccinated should be widely condemned to the point of losing jobs, and in some cases some suggest they even get sent to jail. That’s a real shame and a lot of this angst can be laid directly at the feet of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. He is on record as calling the unvaccinated”misogynists,” “extremists,” and “racists.” In fact he’s been widely condemned by a New York academic and historian who penned an op-ed slamming Trudeau and others for their extreme and divisive rhetoric when talking about millions of unvaccinated men, women and children. And just last week Trudeau referred to the truck convoy as “a fringe minority.” “The small fringe minority of people who are on their way to Ottawa who are holding unacceptable views that they are expressing do not represent the views of Canadians who have been there for each other, who know of that following the science and stepping up to protect each other is the best way to continue to ensure our freedoms, our rights, our values, as a country,” Trudeau said Jan.26. That was just before he said he had been in contact with someone who had Covid and therefore had to self isolate for five days. C’mon Justin, the Canadian population knows you’re hiding from speaking with some protestors who have something legitimate to say to you. But that doesn’t mesh with your wishy washy great reset point of view. And now on Monday he has Covid-19. Triple vaccinated is our Justin, but he’s got Covid. See how well those vaccines protect you. If the woke don’t manage to banish the trucker convoy and subsequent demonstrations from the history books, it will go down as one of the most shameful displays of leadership in Canadian history. The point is people are fed up with their loss of freedoms and the mainstream media are taking the elitist viewpoint of “oh those great unwashed shouldn’t be heard from.” “They’re radicals bound to trigger violence,” they fearfully bleat. That could be. CONTINUED
CONTINUED But when BLM radicals terrorize or take over cities such as San Francisco, Portland or Seattle no one says a word against them. When native protestors blockaded railways across the country a few years ago grinding down the economy, police stood by and watched, Justin didn’t say a peep and nothing was done to condemn them. When Extinction Rebellion shut down the Walterdale Bridge, the government’s PR arm, CBC didn’t condemn them. No, instead they reported, “Organizers, who planned on waving banners and handing out cookies to passing motorists, described the protest as peaceful.” Motorists caught up in the blockade weren’t as impressed. Demonstrator Devin Radcliffe said he feared for his safety at times but said in spite of the angry reaction from some commuters, the protest was a success. "One hundred per cent. We did our part today," he said. Neither Premier Kenney or Justin Trudeau or Rachel Notley were heard uttering a peep against these obnoxious protests a few years ago. But hardworking truckers, who up until Jan. 15, were able to cross the border unvaccinated and were called essential workers by the very same Justin Trudeau a year ago, are now being vilified for standing their ground. I doubt there’s a trucker in that crowd in Ottawa who harbours any desire to tear down a statue that indicates Canada’s proud history. Just because that person’s
history doesn’t jive with today’s viewpoints. Yes, there were a few yahoos who did some stupid things and even more ignorant people carrying Nazi symbols, but those morons can be found at any protest, even those put on by the peaceful NDP. I don’t think,when they passed through Toronto, the truckers harboured any ill will towards Edger Ryerson or Henry Dundas, because their long past histories don’t fit the contemporary agenda. Now, besides Trudeau hiding out and not talking to the protestors, NDP leader and Trudeau savant Jagmeet Singh has condemned the convoy and won’t meet with them. This despite the fact he leads the workingman’s party and truckers are nothing if not workingmen. And his brother-inlaw kicked in $13,000 to the gofundme page. Now Maxime Bernier was out front and centre because he doesn’t believe in forced vaccinations. That left Erin O’toole. The tool who has been waffling on the merits of the convoy for a week, saw many of his MPs speaking out in support of the cause, so he is a reluctant champion to the same cause and did meet with a handful of truckers, but not on Parliament Hill. So the entire Canadian leadership cadre was on full display as a convoy of concerned truckers protested the hypocrisy of the pandemic restrictions. The lack of government leadership certainly showed our country is on the wrong road when it comes to promoting unity.
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FROM WHERE I SIT: Let This Be Over
BY HAZEL ANAKA Having lived through the last two years, nothing should surprise anyone anymore. As I’m writing this on Saturday afternoon, I’ve got CTV News Channel playing in the background. The truck convoy that’s been the subject of much discussion all week has now congregated in the Parliament Hill precinct. I’ve been in that exact spot in Ottawa and it is not at all big. I’d be curious as to where all the big rigs and passenger vehicles are parked. Most long-haul truck tractors have integrated sleepers so these drivers brought their own room and board and theoretically could stay for days. It’s clear that the original reason for the convoy
(opposing vaccine mandates) was hijacked by other vested interest groups several days ago. The Go Fund Me page set up by a person associated with the Maverick Party allegedly to pay truckers for fuel was frozen by the company. It has since ballooned to nearly $8 million dollars with at least one anonymous donor of $25,000. Police and security sources hint at the level of preparedness and security plans that have mobilized. They are aware of the people who are professional agitators and the criminal element that sees this as a chance to misbehave under cover of huge crowds. Some people are there to get Trudeau and his entire government to resign. Fat chance. We’re not a banana republic where irate mobs storm the gates and overthrow a government. Some seem to want to replicate the January 6, 2021 mayhem in Washington. Some are white
supremacists. Some are fueled by alcohol and substances. While the protest has been peaceful so far, we know that darkness provides cover for those who want to vandalize, steal, assault. Police are using a range of tools and layers of security: intelligence, monitoring social media activity, plainclothes and uniformed officers, drones, and officers in riot gear if the situation turns ugly. Trudeau and his family have been moved to a secret location for his safety. These people must be very motivated to brave the minus 30 wind chill temperatures. Ironically, because of their antimask beliefs, they can’t enter stores or businesses to warm up. Rideau Centre, a nearby mall was closed because of such mass disregard for the masking rules. What do people do for washroom facilities? I imagine there’ll be a helluva mess for business owners and the city to clean up when
Mundare to hold snowshoeing program on Family Day BY JOHN MATHER There will be a very limited Family Day schedule for Mundare this year, as the town officials are still concerned about Covid-19 restrictions. “We know Family Day is coming up on Feb. 21 and we know the Town has always been involved in events,” said Councillor Irene Talaga at the Jan. 18 council meeting. “In the past there’s been events at the curling club, there’s been public skating and there’s been snowshoeing. “Because our next meeting isn’t until Feb.1, I think we should decide what we may want to do so we can get the information out to the community in lots of time.” She was also wondering, with Covid still about, should the Town be doing anything. Deputy Mayor Rick Patrie said the rules for Covid were “all over the place right now,” and felt any activities put on by the Town for Family Day
be limited to outdoor activities. “Do we want to put ourselves in the position where we have to be checking everyone’s vaccine records or just keep it something small outdoors. Is that what we want to do?” he asked. Chief Administrative Officer Colin Zyla felt they would have to check vaccines if they did any events indoors, but he did support an outdoor event. Councillor Glen Roumnziuk felt the town should host the skating and snowshoeing events. Zyla said the curling would require vaccinations scanning, so it was ruled out. The town held a snowshoeing event on Jan. 16 and it was a great success. Talaga said if there was a small poker rally type event with the snowshoeing the Communities in Bloom Committee would help out. “In addition, we have a fire pit and we can let the
people roast some weiners and have hot dogs.” Patrie said at the arena concession they had to be aware of the number of people to run the food service and those people had to show proof of vaccination. He added the concession operators are very busy from the time they get to the rink in the morning on the days of the super league hockey tournaments. Talaga said the hot dogs would work for Family Day because everything is done outside. Talaga moved a motion to host the snowshoeing at Victory Park. Mayor Cheryl Calinoiu who attended the meeting virtually suggested the snowshoeing event be the only program held on Family Day and council supported this. Zyla added that there would be hot chocolate served. The motion carried to hold the event, but it will be cancelled if the temperature drops below -15.
this finally ends. There is a distinct lack of smarts in a situation like this. If you are truly trying to garner support by convincing someone of something this is the exact wrong way to do it. Creating traffic gridlock, lighting firecrackers, honking horns even during the night, swarming and harassing media people, displaying offensive gestures and signs, overwhelming local businesses are unlikely to win many friends or much empathy. Parking a vehicle on the cenotaph for the unknown soldier or draping signs on the
Terry Fox statue are just plain stupid and disrespectful. Of course, politics further complicates matters. The Conservatives claim to have aligned themselves with the frustrated, unheard, downtrodden. No doubt there were some of those present. But it’s going to be hard to distance themselves from the lunatic fringe carrying swastikas and Confederate flags. On the other hand, Trudeau, now Covid positive has yet to speak about the situation. Will he attempt to score political points? Will he insult
and denigrate the people with real concerns as Hillary Clinton did when she called Republicans ‘deplorables.’ He’ll have to walk a fine line but I suspect the arrogance and elitism that defines him will ooze out into his remarks. So, whether you support the original intent of the truck convoy and what it’s grown into or abhor this whole mess, we can all agree that people have the right to gather for peaceful protests. This is just another bit of ugliness that the pandemic has revealed. I can’t wait for this to be over, from where I sit.
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Fortune Continued from Page 2 The minerals are produced responsibly with Canadian environmental-social governance values that are essential to support the transformation to new technologies and the growing green economy. “Lamont County is open for business, and investments such as this are very good for Alberta’s Industrial Heartland,” said Lamont County Reeve David Diduck. “With its proximity to rail lines, our County is a great location for this project, and it helps contribute to our province’s economic recovery.” According to Alberta’s Energy Minister, Sonya Savage, the project will create 100 jobs and a
state-of-the-art refining facility – while supporting a the emerging lowcarbon economy (including the potential to recycle metals from post consumer batteries). The proposed facility is situated on 76.78 acres of land adjacent to the Canadian National Railway on Range Road 202 across the street from the Bruderheim Energy Terminal. “I am pleased to see continued investment and diversification in the Industrial Heartland with Fortune Minerals’ plan to establish a new cobalt refinery,” said Fort Saskatchewan Vegreville MLA Jackie ArmstrongHomeniuk. “It will also have the future potential to recycle metals from post-consumer batteries from across Alberta. This project will create wellpaid jobs for Albertans
and continued prosperity for my constituency.” Alberta’s Industrial Heartland executive director Mark Plamondon said, “The planned NICO Project in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland supports our region’s robust diversification efforts and highlights our value proposition for companies looking to execute their capital growth strategies, develop new technologies and advance their ESG priorities. “Fortune Minerals’ innovative vision and metallurgical process technology for the NICO Refinery will promote further energy supply chain integration within North America, solidifying Alberta and Alberta’s Industrial Heartland as a critical jurisdiction for Canada’s energy future.”
The former JFSL Field Services ULC steel fabrication plant on Range Road 202 will soon be the new home of Fortune Minerals Limited. The company plans to use the site and repurpose it in order to construct the hydrometallurgical refinery for the planned NICO Cobalt-Gold-Bismuth-Copper mine in the NWT.
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Bruderheim to hold public hearing for rezoning BY JANA SEMENIUK Bruderheim will hold a public hearing on Feb. 16 to consider a proposal to rezone an undeveloped portion of land from high density residential to a mixed use one that would allow for commercial spaces on the bottom of a building with residential units above. Copperstone Holdings purchased the 25-acre parcel in the West Woodlands subdivision, from Strata Developments five years ago. In Dec., developer Glen Kennedy, with Copperstone Holdings,
held an open house at the Bruderheim Community Centre for residents to find out more about his plans for the area of land. In an earlier interview, Kennedy explained why original plans to only include residential spaces changed. “We weren’t able to commit to the next stage of (building) residential because there were still a large number of vacant lots in town,” said Kennedy. “After speaking with potential buyers, the feedback I was getting was that everyone was looking for as much amenities as possi-
ble. So, about a year ago we started thinking seriously about the commercial component.” The commercial part will potentially house businesses such as a children’s indoor play facility, restaurant, or microbrewery. Bruderheim West Woodlands resident Amanda Perras said she feels cautiously optimistic for the development. “I’m hoping to make it to the open house so I can be fully informed before I am for or against this,” she said. Continued on Page 7
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Stubbs argues for more support for Ukraine BY JOHN MATHER Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs took advantage of the opening day in the House of Commons Jan. 31, to argue for additional support for Ukraine from the federal government. “This debate is urgent and personal,” said Stubbs in her opening statement. “Lakeland has deep Ukrainian roots and where I grew up it is called The Cradle of Ukrainian Settlement.” She touched on the extensive Ukrainian festivals that take place in the riding and referenced the many symbols of Ukrainian food, faith and culture scattered around the region. “Historically Canada stood with Ukraine to defend its territory and democracy,” she said. “More than three
decades ago Canada was the first nation to recognize Ukraine’s independence from Russia. Our support was immediate within a day of the independence.” “In 2014 the occupation of the Crimea was met with a swift and powerful response.” She said under Stephen Harper the government had led the charge “to boot Russia out of the G8” and pledged millions of dollars in support for Ukraine. She added two years ago Harper had warned of ongoing Russian aggression towards Ukraine and those words were now falling on the “deaf ears of this government.” Stubbs said she had heard from constituents who wanted Canada to
increase sanctions against Russia and provide military aid in the form of weapons to Ukraine. “The people of Lakeland are standing with Ukraine and they expect the government to do the same,” said Stubbs. The Liberals, she said, have only offered a small loan and a slight expansion of troops for training purposes. “That’s not enough,” she said. “Ukraine is facing 130,000 Russian troops. Their embassy said, ‘We need to defend our land,’ and the UK and US have sent military equipment. We would appreciate it if Canada followed suit.” “The Liberal government must stand with Ukraine with some real action,” she concluded.
Rezoning Continued from Page 6 “There’s only one road in and out (of West Woodlands) and when the last proposal occurred, I believe that developer wanted to add 100 residences but without another road going in or out. It would create a lot of traffic and in an emergency, we would be in real trouble.” The current proposal includes one additional access point connecting to 52 avenue. In addition, each stage of development is expected to be built in one to three years, and completed in the range of 10-20 years. At total build out, the new development is anticipated to have a maximum of 170 lots
with the potential to increase the population of the Town of Bruderheim by 595 people. “Our council is keenly intent on our community being sustainable for the long term. Growth of our community moves us
closer to that goal,” said mayor Karl Hauch by text. “We look forward to hearing from our town residents, their thoughts on this proposed development through the process.”
Bruderheim West Woodlands resident Amanda Perras stands in front of an undeveloped parcel of land that is the subject of a public hearing in Feb. Perras has concerns about access points into the new development. Photo: Jana Semeniuk
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Town of Lamont passes motion to get loan to complete work on campbell neighbourhood BY JANA SEMENIUK Lamont town councillor Perry Koroluk voiced concern at the Jan. 25 council meeting over an expensive project the town will be undergoing in the Campbell neighbourhood this year. Funding for the more than $1.5 million project, which was already approved by town council at the Nov. meeting, will come primarily from a loan through the Province of Alberta at an interest rate of 3.48 percent over 20 years. Town Council sought to pass second and third reading of a bylaw to allow for the application of the loan. Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Rick Bastow said the Campbell neighbourhood project includes major water infrastructure improvements, major surface storm drainage improvements, minor underground storm water improve-
ments, minor sanitary sewer improvements, and road reconstruction. “I’m very uncomfortable with this situation. Looking at the last project that was done in front of the post office there was a 28 percent difference. I want to know how thorough we are on the numbers?,” Koroluk asked. “If we are off by 10 percent that’s almost $200,000. Where do we get that money from?” Koroluk was referring to a road construction project on 51 street in July of 2020 which saw costs soar over $100,000 due to unexpected conditions found once the project had begun. CAO Rick Bastow said that while escalating costs are concerning, he felt confident the numbers estimated for the project were correct. Director of Infrastructure Tyler Edworthy added that the contract outlining all costs associated with the
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Truckers Continued from front “The reality is it’s always a smaller number of people who take action to influence governments, to demonstrate, and to protest on any issue in any movement. “Often those small groups that sometimes change the world speak for many others who can’t or won’t or don’t know how to be heard or how to make an impact. “Months ago, the PM said truckers were heroes to be appreciated who kept on working, along with a select other services, businesses and front line workers, for the country, for all of us, while governments shut others down,” she continued. “Today, he and others, call them names, but as far as I can tell, none of them have actually talked with or listened to the organizers or the partici-
pants. They've just talked about them.” “Now the frenzied, multi pronged, establishment search is on for individuals and actions to be used to cast the entire effort in the worst possible light.” “You've seen this before. The United We Roll convoy to Ottawa stands out in my mind. Frustrated, desperate, honest, hard working people whose livelihoods were (and are) under attack by provincial, federal and foreign governments, activists, lobbyists, and vested interests – people who never protested or demonstrated about anything ever before in their lives – gathered in the thousands at rallies for months, and then drove to Ottawa to support pipelines, oil and gas, and oppose punitive government policies and the carbon tax. I met many of them when they rolled in – it was inspiring, emo-
EIPS says local schools underutilized BY JANA SEMENIUK Lamont County schools have ranked among the lowest in utilization rates for all 43 schools in Elk Island Public School division according to the 20/21 school status report shared at the Jan. 20 EIPS board meeting. While the division’s total enrolment has decreased by one percent over the past year, enrolment in Lamont County schools has decreased by seven percent. Only one school in the county, Lamont Elementary, had an enrolment increase. Lamont High School had a moderate decline while Bruderheim, Andrew and Mundare schools experienced a greater than 10 percent decline. The report went on to state that a school is considered fully utilized when 100 percent of its instructional area is being used, however the board strives for at least an 85 percent utilization rate. In addition, it stated that schools under 70 per cent
utilization should undergo a formal review process to determine its viability for the next five years and any school under 50 per cent utilization should be considered for consolidation or closure. Only one school in the division, Ardrossen Junior Senior High was operating at 100 percent utilization. There are 14 schools operating at below 70 percent, and only two schools, Vegreville Composite High school and Andrew School operating at below 50 percent. Bruderheim school’s utilization rate is at 63 percent, Lamont High School is at 54 percent, Andrew School is at 16 percent, Lamont Elementary is at 59 percent while Mundare school is at 51 percent. Despite the low utilization rates, EIPS Communication Director Laura McNabb said there are no plans to review viability in the schools at this time.
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and if something is done that is illegal, the rule of law should be upheld. But before people cast aspersions and make assumptions or dismiss it all, I think they should pause for a moment and ask themselves why? “Why would thousands of people take such drastic actions? “Why would they believe they have to, and why would they go, to such literal lengths to be noticed, while the shout downs from all corners rail at them about the consensus public opinion of the majority? “It's been precipitated by a specific rigid federal government policy overreach that has targeted them in particular, but it's about much more; it's about values, freedom, autonomy, limited government, democracy, unity. “They deserve better than derogatory insults and sweeping generalizations from the Prime Minister, and from any elected representatives who are supposed to serve the people.”
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Kalyna Family Resource Network - Lamont County Region February Programs
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Kalyna Family Resource Network – Lamont County Region (KFRNLC), has a number of programs in February. Posters are above in small print, but can be found on the KFRNLC Facebook page, by contacting Erin.T@lamontcounty.ca, or scanning the QR codes: x x x x
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Move Your Mood: https://signup.com/go/MExGyFY. Bruderheim and Lamont Youth Groups. AHS Virtual Child Development Walk-in Clinic (780-8955817). Valentines Day Cards for Seniors. Connection Cafe (kits available for pick up, email erin.t@lamontcounty.ca to arrange).
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Bell Let’s Talk Day (January 26) Bell Canada shared its annual Let’s Talk Day with the world on Wednesday, January 26. Many people, including Lamont County residents joined the conversation and brought awareness to Canadian mental health issues, initiatives and positive change. There are many resources from the Governements of Alberta and Canada, Alberta Health Services and https://letstalk.bell.ca/ that provide support if you are struggling or in crisis. It can be especially challenging with the pandemic, weather and seasonal influences. Check out topics and helpful resources, including: x x x x x x
Covid-19 Resources. Managing Mental Health. Managing Anxiety, Stress and Panic. Resources for Youth and Children. Resources for Adults. https://ahs.ca/helpintoughtimes.
Weather Conditions and Maintenance a Vehicle Safety Reminder As we experience extreme cold and other weather conditions, it is important to remember to drive to the conditions (snow, wind, ice, fog, etc.) and not the speed limit. Slow down and be safe when passing maintenance vehicles. Remember when passing tow trucks and emergency vehicles, Alberta Transportation mandates that motorists must slow down to 60 km/h (especially when emergency workers are outside the vehicle working). Use caution when passing highway maintenance vehicles too— generally these vehicles pull over periodically to allow motorists to pass safely as well. Be mindful and cautious, and drive safe!
Registration Reminder If your last name or company begins with the letters Q and M; remember to get your registration renewed before the end of February! This message is brought to you by the Elk Island Traffic Safety Partners.
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Snow Removal Practices and Safety ty It is a dangerous practice for residents to push snow from their approach across County roads. Ridges and ruts are often created, and this becomes dangerous to the motoring public. To limit driving and clearing risks, make sure snow piles are pushed away from roadways and cleared on the same side it was of the road it accumulated. By placing cleared snow on the driving direction of your access, it allows the graders to carry snow away from the access instead of onto the access when they complete a pass. Follow best practices to ensure piles are not obstructing traffic views or present further challenges for snow removal equipment, as Public Works is working hard to clear roads in a timely manner after each snow event. By making sure your clearing is not causing safety issues, this helps with efficient snow removal and road maintenance.
Reminder – Roadside Mulching Program
Regular gular Council and Committee of the Whole Meetings
Lamont County Agricultural Services is working on roadside mulching from now until the end of March.
The next Regular Council Meeting and Committee of the Whole Meeting is on Tuesday, February 8 starting at 9 a.m.
Signs are posted to enforce temporary road closures while they work. If you enter a closed area, the County will NOT be at fault for any damage to vehicles.
Please note: for health and safety precautions, it is recommended to attend the February 8 meeting virtually using the Teams invitation (accessible via the Lamont County website).
The public is welcome to attend at the Lamont County Administration Building or virtually through Microsoft Teams. COVID protocols and requirements are in place.
If you would like to present or speak at a meeting, please contact Legislative Services.
Please obey the signs! The Lamont County Peace Officer is enforcing these road closures.
The meeting agenda, previous meeting minutes, and a link to Microsoft Teams so you can attend virtually is found at: www.lamontcounty.ca/governance/agendas-minutes. You can also sign up to receive email notification of meeting agendas on the website.
Service Requests for Public Works – e.g., Road Concerns, winter maintenance, ditch clean-up, etc. The easiest way to report a road concern or request service from Lamont County Public Works, is to submit a Service Request directly on the Lamont County website. If you have a road concern or request for service, please SUBMIT a service request (www.lamontcounty.ca/service-requests). When completing your request, make sure to clearly identify the location/area/segment of the road/etc. If possible, attach a photo of your service need for further clarity. More details means we can action the request efficiently.
Discretionary Permit Issued – Discretionary Use: Appeal by February 17, 2022 Take notice that the following permit for proposed development as described below has been issued in accordance with the Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 675/07: 1. Legal Description: Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1125312 (NW 1-54-17-W4) Land Use: Agricultural District (A) Proposal: For an existing 3-Tier 50 ft. tower with a 362 ft. base to be used as a recreational/seasonal cabin Permit No.: 001/22 Additional Information For additional information regarding these permits, please contact the Planning and Development Department at (780) 895-2233. Appeal The Land Use Bylaw provides that the person applying for the permit or affected by the order, or any other person affected by an order, decision or development permit of a Development Authority may appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within twenty-one (21) days after the date of notice. Appeal Fee - $300.00 Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act If you submit comments, either orally or in writing, the information you provide may be recorded, or otherwise made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.