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2017 Malanka draws a packed crowd in St. Michael

Colton Hold celebrates Malanka with his five-year-old son Bennett, fellow family members and friends.

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Jennie VanPeteghen and Tessa Bryks dance around Axton Cooper during their performance.

Malanka, the Ukrainian New Yearʼs celebration, is one of the most popular events of the calendar year, and this yearʼs edition on Saturday, Jan. 14 was no exception as it garnered nearly 400 people to celebrated at the St. Michael Recreation Centre. The event, hosted by the St. Michael & District Agricultural Society, features a traditional Ukrainian style banquet, Ukrainian dancing by the Lamont Veselka Dancers, formal dancing with Joe Hrycykʼs Starlites, and ringing in the New Year with the annual Malanka skit and singing of traditional Ukrainian songs as well as Auld Lang Syne.

Ethan Svitich twirls Mikayla O'Brien during a performance titled The Flower.

2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Lamont County projecting zero per cent tax increase in 2017 Michelle Pinon Editor

Lamont County council recently passed its 2017 interim budget, and Chief Administrative Officer Robyn Singleton said there’s been a lot of give and take as well as creative approaches during the extensive process.

He is cautiously optimistic, and is hoping they will be able to hold the line with a zero per cent tax increase, but the final numbers won’t be determined until the linear and property assessments are complete in the next couple of months.

The revenue that is generated through linear assessment, which is determined by the

province, is projected to decrease, however, and that will have a bearing on the bottom line as well as the amount of property tax assessment through residential, commercial and industrial, farmland, etc.

The capital budget cost and funding summary includes a list of infrastructure, fleet and equipment, and emergency services projects.

Infrastructure Projects: Range Road 192 Internal Construction Project - Engineering, $750,000 Construction of Township Road 560 Range Road 202 to Secondary Highway 831, $6,673,000 Township Road 550 West of of Secondary Highway 831

Engineering, $250,000 Bridge Repair & Maintenance, $990,000 Shop floor replacement of bay 3, $90,000 Range Road 185 from Township Road 564 to Highway 45, $450,000 Township Road 540 shoulder pull, $400,000 St. Michael grader shop outside pad, $75,000 Heartland truck fill infrastructure, $470,000 Heartland Service Road, $175,000 St. Michael Waterline, $7,200,000 There is a list of 18 fleet and equipment projects, and the biggest investment is the purchase of a grader, $824,340 of which $674,340 is secured through grant funding.

Other purchases include: double smooth drum

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As far as emergency services go, $60,000 for completition of the fire training centre and $5,346 for the Bruderheim radio repeater.

The 2017 interim operational and capital budgets were approved by county council during its December 16, 2016 budget meeting. Total revenues of $44,689,307 and total expenditures of $44, 639,307 for a surplus of $50,000.

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Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival gearing up for Lamont launch Michelle Pinon Editor

Lamont will be the host community for the annual Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival Aug. 26 and 27.

Festival Co-ordinator Hazel Anaka and Lamont County Economic Development Officer Jim Newman formally introduced themselves and plans for the cultural event with members of Lamont town council during the regular Jan. 10 meeting.

Anaka said since it’s the first time Babas & Borshch will be in Lamont she expects there will be a few issues and challenges during the planning phase, but they are prepared and excited for what lies ahead of them. “There will be a lot of growth and learning, and we will bring that experience, creativity and work ethic so it will be a win-win for everyone.”

Anaka said that while Jim and her have provided the vision, blood, sweat and tears, that it takes hundreds of other people to make the festival a success each and every year as each person has a role to play.

Even though the festival was a mainstay in the Village of Andrew for the past four years, Anaka told council: “I really believe it will be as much or more of a success here.” She pointed out that Lamont is a much bigger community with more venues, and geographically closer to their target market.

Anaka apologized for the short notice regarding the presentation, but thought early in 2017, would be the ideal time to have a formal meet and greet with members of town council. She also thanked Chief Administrative Officer Sandi Maschmeyer and

administrative assistant Betty Malica for their prompt response to phone calls or emails.

The Lamont launch of the festival is slated for February 22 in the meeting room of the Lamont Recreation Centre. It will be an invitation only event with supper and presentation for members of council and representatives of various community organizations as there will be lots of opportunities to participate in the event.

They also plan to address members of the business community during the March meeting of the Chamber of Commerce. “We need to earn the community’s buy in and need people to get involved.”

Having a two day event also will create more economic spinoffs for local businesses and services, added Anaka.

While she and Newman are hoping to gain more sponsors, they do not take the hard sell approach. “Most of our sponsors are bigger industries,” said Newman. There are different levels of sponsorship which is available to everyone as well.

Newman explained that the festival was built on three pillars; which included: Marketing and promotion of Lamont County to Edmonton and the Capital Region, to engage local industry and develop partnerships, and to celebrate Ukrainian heritage. “It (the festival) has been a very good success on all three pillars.” If there is one thing Newman has learned, “Ukrainians know how to party.” Part of the initial discussion was to move the party around and “let everyone take part in the party,” and they are thrilled to be celebrating Lamont style in 2017.

Bruderheim hotel impresses dignitaries

PHOTO COURTESY OF THE TOWN OF BRUDERHEIM

The Town of Bruderheim, along with Studio 6 executives played host to Stony Plain Mayor William Choy, and some of his colleagues from the Capital Region on Tuesday, Jan. 10.

Michelle Pinon Editor

Stony Plain Mayor William Choy, along with several of his capital region colleagues toured the Studio 6 hotel on Jan. 10.

The innovative hotel, constructed from recycled sea-cans, was a definite drawing card for them. “I have heard of sea-cans being reused for different purposes. It is an option for us to reduce our environmental footprint by reusing, recycling and repurposing material that generally have a one use cycle,” commented Choy.

He went on to say, “This is the largest construction project utiliz-

ing the sea-can containers. It’s amazing that a 63 room motel can be built that looks and feels like a traditional site built building with added bonuses. There is very little noise from adjourning rooms and the fire separation exceeds safety code standards.”

As far as Choy is concerned, it is a wonderful idea and a terrific success story. He felt the tour would be a great opportunity for the capital region leaders to learn from what is happening in one of its neighbouring communities.

“Sharing and acquiring that knowledge makes us stronger municipalities which benefit the entire region.”

Town of Bruderheim Chief Administrative Officer Patty Podoborozny said there have been numerous inquiries before and during the construction phase of the project, and as information is getting out about the opening of the hotel, more and more queries are coming in. As well, “Local businesses and organizations are very excited about the opening of the hotel and they are looking for opportunities to utilize the facility for upcoming events. Studio 6 management do receive ongoing requests for visits and tours of their facility as more information gets out into the media.”

16/60 Lamont Midgets pull off exciting 8-7 win KERRY ANDERSON These are some of the results from the 16/60 Minor Hockey League games held recently.

(Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the website, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries. Deadline is typically Sunday evenings, so if scores are not noted they may have been entered after this time. http://1660.ab.ca).

On Sunday at Lamont Arena the Tier 5 Atoms (4-2-1) skated to a 4-4 draw with New Sarepta.

Lamont led 4-3 late in the game but New Sarepta scored with only 4:14 remaining to gain the tie.

Camryn Fossum scored twice for Lamont, while Devon MacKinnon and Alex Andruchow scored the others. Assists went to Carver Johnson and Ethan Weleschuk. Sandy McDonald picked up the tie in goal saving 21.

Lamont’s Devon MacKinnon is among the league leaders in scoring with 22 points in only 7 GP (18g 4a).

Lamont Tier 3 Pee Wees (4-6-1) hosted Tofield on Saturday win-

ning 6-3. Lamont made a great comeback, down 21 early in the second period before scoring three of their own in the period to take a 4-2 lead.

Frederick Farrell and Jaxon Burant both scored two goals for Lamont.

Hunter Neufeld and Gage Ridsdale scored the others, while Maisie Andruchow was awarded the only assist for Lamont. Matthew Enns stopped 29 to pick up the win. On Friday the Lamont Pee Wees lost 5-0 to Tofield at Lamont Arena. Frederick Farrell leads the team in scoing with 20 points in 11 GP (16g 4a).

On Sunday, Lamont Tier 3 Bantams (7-4-1) beat Stony Plain 6-2 at Lamont Arena. Connor Kardash had a threepoint game (2g 1a).

Other Lamont scorers were; Tom Hoculak (1g 1a), Caleb Oshust (2a), Max Farrell (2a), Chris Couillard (1g), Ethan Zago (1g), Kalem Stuermer (1g), Seth Williams (1a), and Cara Stuermer (1a). Markus Tayler made 15 stops for the win in goal. On Jan. 12 Lamont Bantams were

downed 4-3 at Wetaskiwin. Down 3-2 late in the third period, Lamont’s Connor Kardash scored at the 17:21 mark of the third frame to tie the score.

Wetaskiwin got the winner with only seven seconds remaining. Connor scored two this game, with Ethan Zago getting the other. Assists went to; Chris Couillard, Seth Williams, Kale Ridsdale, Tom Hoculak and Xander Harpe. On Jan. 10 Lamont put a beating down on Smoky Lake 121 at Andrew Arena. The game was actually quite close until a third period explosion by Lamont, scoring eight times in the final frame.

Breck Hrehorets scored the only Smoky Lake goal.

Connor Kardash had a six-point game for Lamont (4g 2a). Other scorers were; Ethan Zago (1g 3a), Chris Couillard (2g 1a), Caleb Oshust (1g 2a), Tom Hoculak (1g 2a), Mason Able (3a), Cara Stuermer (1g 1a), Morgan Fedyniak (2a), Max Farrell (1g), Kalem Stuermer (1a), and Xander Harpe (1a).

Markus Taylor stopped

25 in goal for the win.

Connor Kardash (14g 8a) and Tom Hoculak (13g 9a) lead the team in scoring with 22 points.

Lamont Tier 3 Midgets (8-2-2) were on the road on Saturday, pulling off an exciting 8-7 win at Winfield. Up 7-4 heading to the midway point of the third period, Winfield came back with three goals in 1:30 to tie the game. Justin Marler scored the winner with just 55 seconds remaining to secure the win.

Luke Farrell had a sixpoint game (2g 4a).

Other scorers were; Justin Marler (2g 1a), Shoheb Patel (2g), Keelan Ewanowich (1g 1a), Daylin Harvey (2a), Jackson Bettac (2a), Austin Kardash (1g), and Connor MacKenzie (1a).

Connor Foulds got the win in goal. Lamont was scheduled to play Smoky Lake on Jan. 11 but no final stats were recorded.

Luke Farrell is now within two points of catching Parker Palichuk for the league lead in scoring.

Farrell has 43 points in 12 GP (22g 21a).

4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, January 17, 2017

Opinion Fonda’s role not one to be taken seriously Like many people I am fascinated with celebrities. While I don’t watch as much Entertainment Tonight as I used to, I did take interest when I heard Jane Fonda was coming to visit Fort McMurray and the oilsands.

This fan, along with many others witnessed a sham thanks to widespread media exposure, got a glimpse into some of the happenings both in front and behind the scenes. Fonda said Canada needs to listen to the concerns of Indigenous peoples when it comes to the oilsands. One of the Indigenous people she

was listening to was Cleo Desjarlais, a former member of the Fort McMurray First Nation (FMFN) #468. While appearing to represent an entire faction; it was pointed out in a news release that: “FMFN played no part in planning, facilitating or participating in the Jane Fonda visit. It is our understanding that the former FMFN 468 Councillor was representing Keepers of the Water in her meeting with Ms. Fonda. She was not representing FMFN 468 and our Nation does not endorse the Fonda visit.

“FMFN 468 does sup-

Just a num-

Editorʼs Note: This image appeared on a Facebook post this past weekend.

port responsible development of the Oil Sands, and is confident that our industry partners have the same vision. We have strong partnerships with many companies, and we are grateful to thse partners for the significant role they have played in our efforts since 2011 to establish FMFN as a strong, economically self-sufficient First Nation.”

Back on Dec. 7, Fort McKay Chief Jim Boucher stated during the Assembly of First Nations’ gathering in Gatineau, Quebec that: “If it weren’t for the oil, my people would be in

poverty right now. This community of Fort McKay, north of Fort McMurray, the epicentre of the oilsands, has an unemployment rate of zero, an average annual income of $120,000, and financial holdings in excess of $2 billion, thanks to its willingness to do business with Canada’s oil and gas companies. That money has been pumped into education, long-term care homes for seniors and other infrastructure projects.

Wildrose Leader Brian Jean and Fort McMuraay applauded the statement, and expressed puzzlement at

why Canadians are convinced First Nations communities don’t work with and benefit from the oil industry.

Fonda criticized the Alberta NDP government’s plan to win social licence with its new climate laws, including a carbon tax, and coal phaseout by 2030, saying the idea was ridiculous. “First of all, that’s super tone deaf. But secondly, I would suggest that dining out on your celebrity is something that one ought to pair with knowledge and research. She failed to do that,” said Premier Notley.

Fonda also took aim at

Prime Minister Trudeau for betraying his commitments at the Paris climate talks. Only a couple of days after her visit, however, Trudeau said during a town hall in Peterborough, ON. that the oil sands industry needs to be phased out as the country transitions to a lower carbon economy. I wonder if all this translates into retraining or new jobs for the thousands of unemployed oil and gas workers? So far I don’t see any movement on that front either.

Michelle Pinon

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, January 17, 2017 - 5

Community engagement meeting draws good crowd

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Elected, and housing, officials as well as consultants posed for a photo after the Jan. 9 meeting at the Andrew Lodge that was very well attended by community members, organizations and businesses.

Michelle Pinon Editor

A total of 68 people attended the community engagement meeting regarding the future of the Andrew Senior Citizens Lodge.

The event, hosted by the Lamont County Housing Foundation (LCHF), attracted community and business leaders as well as several lodge residents and their families as well as staff members.

Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jessica Littlewood, Village of Andrew Chief Administrative Officer Pat Skoreyko, Mayor Heather Tait, Deputy Mayor Mona MitchellFrampton, and Coun.

Osama Hamed, LCHF board chair Bill Skinner, and fellow board members Roy Anaka, Irene Talaga, and Heather Tait.

Lodge managers Al Lenkewich and Debbie Hancheruk were also in attendance.

The meeting, facilitated by Dr. Bonnie Dobbs and Gary Gordon, discuseed various ideas and options and received feedback as well as questions from attendees during the meeting that lasted about an hour and a half. During that time, they discussed levels of care, transportation, volunteer drivers, functionality of the lodge, availability of in-house services, such as meals and activities, respite care, physician visits, interac-

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During the discussion it was pointed out that several lodge residents had to relocate because they needed a higher level of care than what was being offered.

Increasing to a level three rating, “is the only logical way to go” said Mayor Tait. Another need that has to be addressed is transportation. Dr. Dobbs said transportation is not just an issue in the city, but in rural areas of well, and she said that a transportation-needs-survey for seniors will be conducted in the next six to

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Dr. Bonnie Dobbs ticipate in that telephone questionaire.

Mayor Tait also informed attendees of the Lamont County Rural Transportation Coalition that is just in its infancy stage, but is looking to develop a thorough plan for the

region. There was also mention of perhaps offering different programs that would benefit all seniors, and come under the umbrella of the LCHF. In terms of solutions, Gordon said it is going to take effort from the whole community, to make the lodge viable, and judging by what he’s heard, Gordon added that the lodge is a “jewel” in the community. “So, if you want this to remain, you have to use it.”

Audry McDougall, who has resided at the lodge for the past two years, invited folks to see her suite after the meeting. The 84-year-old said she really enjoys the entertainment at the

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lodge, but would also like other options available as far as activities, suggesting a monthly movie night. Currently, the Andrew Lodge does not have a handibus available to take the seniors to appointments or outings. McDougall said she would definitely fancy a day trip shopping, going to a movie, or having supper out in a restaurant.

McDougall has many of the comforts of home in her suite, she still loves to get out and about when her family is not available to visit.

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6 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, January 17, 2017

From Where I Sit: More Satisfying

Hazel Anaka Our satellite package costs a pile of money even though it is not the best one available. There is a great deal of duplication in what is scheduled each day. You can watch the same movie on umpteen different stations at the same time.

More useful to the viewer is when the same movie is scheduled for different times. One time is bound to be more con-

venient than the others.

Overall though, the selection of movies is pretty sad. It seems the mediocre ones (like Did You Hear About the Morgans?) or popular box office hits (anything

by Adam Sandler—go figure) are always on the rotation. Most of these flicks do not warrant a second viewing. Or even a first look sometimes.

That’s part of the reason we subscribe to Netflix. To up our viewing options and have more control over what we see when. Even Netflix offers no panacea. It’s definitely not the place to find classics, those movies that have withstood the test of time, fads, and fashions.

Historically movies have reflected us back to ourselves. They cover current cultural issues of interest. They provide a

pictorial reference point for the era they are depicting. We can tell by the cars being driven, the colour of the shag rug, and the hairstyles exactly when the story was set.

Some decorators love Nancy Meyer’s movies like It’s Complicated and Something’s Gotta Give because of the way she styles her interiors.

When I saw Breakfast at Tiffany’s was scheduled to run one Sunday I made time to watch it.

This 1961 movie starring Audrey Hepburn and George Peppard was a wonderful nostalgic treat. We are reminded why and how Hepburn became a style icon what with her little black dresses, kitten heel pumps, statement jewelry, avant garde profiles, and flamboyant hats. It doesn’t surprise me that Truman Capote created the capricious character

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of Holly Golightly and the dilettante jet set New York scene. Isn’t that the way he lived?

Recyclers today claim creative genius when they make a sofa by cutting out the side of a claw foot tub and adding a cushion. Hah. It appeared in this movie, as did the stacked suitcases and minimalism.

With smokers having become pariahs it is odd and disconcerting to see everyone with a cigarette in hand throughout the movie. Smoking in bed, restaurants, cabs, anywhere is a culture shock for today’s viewer.

Watching people use rotary telephones is so quaint. Innocence permeates the whole movie.

No nudity, no locked doors, no evil schemers with diabolical plots, or cheap, contrived laughs.

Maybe this need to look back is what led me

to watch Hitchcock starring Anthony Hopkins and Helen Mirren. It chronicled the making of Psycho that premiered in 1960. I’ve never considered myself a history buff. Perhaps I’m just sick of the current

parade of look-alike, sound-alike, same-old, same-old offerings of my TV listings. Looking back has never been more satisfying from where I sit.

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The Lamont Curling Club hosted its annual Farmers Bonspiel Jan. 13 and 14. The event attracted a total of 20 teams from throughout the region. Jason Lorenz, left, and Trina Lenton get ready for Andy Teslia to give the signal to sweep his rock. At the other end of the ice was wife Karen Teslia.

FOR SALE BY TENDER FARM LAND STRATHCONA COUNTY COUNTY Lydia Gabert hereby offers the following lands for sale by tender, subject to existing reservations on title: THE SOUTH EAST QUARTER OF SECTION SIX (6) TOWNSHIP FIFTY FIVE (55) RANGE TWENTY (20) WESTOF THE FOURTH MERIDIAN AS SHOWN ON A PLAN OF SURVEY OF THE SAID TOWNSHIP SIGNED AT OTTAWA ON THE 11TH DAY OF JANUARY A.D. 1889 CONTAINING ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY AND FORTY EIGHT HUNDREDTHS (160.48) ACRES MORE OR LESS. EXCEPTING THEREOUT: (A) TWO AND FOUR HUNDREDTHS (2.04) ACRES MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 2662KS (B) NINETY NINE HUNDREDTHS (0.99) OF AN ACRE MORE OR LESS FOR ROAD AS SHOWN ON ROAD PLAN 7330KS THE LAND HEREBY DESCRIBED CONTAINING ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY SEVEN AND FORTY FIVE HUNDREDTHS (157.45) ACRES MORE OR LESS. EXCEPTING THEREOUT ALL MINES AND MINERALS There are approximately 150 cultivated acres.

The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

All tenders must be in writing and include a deposit of $10,000.00 and received before 12 noon, February 10, 2017 in a sealed envelope marked Gabert Tender at the offices of: KNAUT JOHNSON FRANCOEUR Barristers & Solicitors 4925 - 51 Street Camrose, AB T4V 1S4 Attention: Larry J. Johnson Phone: (780) 672-5561 The successful tenderer must complete the purchase and pay the balance of the adjusted purchase price on or before March 24, 2017 (closing date), or the deposit will be forfeited.

2016 taxes are $1,548.54.

Surface Lease revenues are $6,500.00 per year. All payments made prior to closing date shall be retained by the Vendor.

Taxes will be adjusted to January 1, 2017.

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, January 17, 2017 - 7

Game changing technology now available to municipalities Michelle Pinon Editor

Connectivity. Not just the latest buzz word, it is the basic and most essential way in which we live and work today, and there’s one Alberta company that is leading the way in fibre technology.

The company is AXIA, and company representative Jason O’Connor was a delegate at the Jan. 4 council meeting in Bruderheim, and he explained why fibre is the future. “Fibre technology is the most advanced and efficient technology to enable digital connectivity.”

Fibre optic technology allows data to be shot through lasers at light speed, and can still run regardless of a power outage. O’Connor went on to say that technical problems can even be detected above ground.

He called the technology “absolutely transformational,” and that it changes the way people live and do business.

AXIA has committed to spend $100 million on infrastructure, and is looking for 40 communities to sign on with them and their network. To date, Vulcan, Nanton, Nobleford, Barnwell, Striling, Pincher Creek, Raymond, Magrath, Hanna, Fort Macleod, and Fairview have signed contracts with the company. “Rural Alberta is the backbone of our province’s culture and economy.

It’s here, where Axia was founded, that we will bring fibre to the doorsteps of

rural Albertans in 40 new Fibre Towns.”

O’Connor said he could see Bruderheim is a progressive town, and becoming a Fibre Town would attract the next generation, add investment and sustainability, and fit in with the town’s strategic plan. He gave a few examples as to how the technology led to a couple of different businesses live streaming entertainment and starting a You Tube channel.

“With fibre connectivity, greater than major city centres, rural Albertans will be connected with each other and the world like never before.”

He went on to say, “A Fibre Town is a community who collectively understands the economic advantage and the need for the ultimate digital connectivity.

Fibre connectivity is essential for maintaining the longevity, sustainability and high quality of life for their business community and residents.

Of the municipalities that have signed on, a total of 72 per cent believe their town is more attractive as a location for businesses. A total of 77 per cent believe their town is more attractive to new potential residents, and 53 per cent agree young people are more likely to stay or move back. As far as active business licenses, the percentage jumped from minus two before AXIA and plus 14 after AXIA. In addition, 60 per cent of customers that live in a Fibre Town

says their quality of life has improved since Axia came to town.

While interested in the proposition, Mayor Karl Hauch wondered aloud: “What’s the catch.”

O’Connor explained that it starts out as a partnership, and together through cooperation and partnership they can determine how much public interest there is in offering this type of service in a community. He noted that at least a total of 30 per cent of all residents and businesses would have to be interested in having the fibre optic service in their homes and/or businesses. After a preliminary evaluation is done, and the two parties signed off on an agreement, would construction of the infrastructure begin. In terms of how long the process would take from start to finish, would depend on public engagement and interest as well as time of year for design and then construction. On average it works out to be about a year-and-a-half, added O’Connor.

“What is the cost to the town,” asked Hauch.

“Nothing,” replied O’Connor. “No investment is needed, and it would cost taxpayers nothing.” He also said the company offers one and two year contracts to businesses and residents.

AXIA offers four types of options in regard to packages with the lowest being 25 megabites per second for $60 a month as well as 50 mbps and 100 mbps. With 100 mbps, busy households

Fairview latest to sign with AXIA SUBMITTED ARTICLE The Town of Fairview is the latest community to sign on the dotted line with AXIA. The announcement officially came on Tuesday, Jan. 10th from Robert Price, Vice President of Enterprise and Residential Services for AXIA. “Progressive leadership in Fairview has shown impressive grassroots support and strong motivaton to differentiate their community, augment its economic landscape, and attract the next generation.”

He went on to say,

Robert Price “We’re thrilled to bring our world class fibre infrastructure to Fairview. Fibre Internet will unlock the digital marketplace for citizens for the same or less

money than they pay today. Further, it will allow the community to leverage this transformational infrastructure as an asset for generations to come.”

Town of Fairview Chief Administrative Officer Daryl Greenhill stated: “We believe that fast, reliable Internet access for everyone is a requirement in today’s fast paced, technology based society. To become a Fibretown will be a great enhancement to the everyday life of our residents and will help our community to grow and prosper.”

with lots of device and/or a home office would never run out of speed or bandwith.

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Alberta HUB conducting $200,000 broadband project Michelle Pinon Editor

Alberta HUB is one of several regional economic development alliances in the province, and has been awarded a $200,000 grant to conduct a broadband infrastructure project.

Alberta HUB Manager Bob Bezpalko recently informed Lamont County council about the initiative that is divided into four components.

Covering the North East Region of the province, Lamont County is one of 36 members of Alberta HUB, which includes: municipalities, businesses, industry, post secondary educational institutions as well as Metis and First Nations representatives.

Bezpalko told representatives during the Dec. 13 presentation that, “Enhancing the broadband infrastructure throughout the Alberta HUB region is critical to our economic future.”

The internet goes through every aspect of our communities, and they will need to discuss

and decide on what direction they want to go in the future. “There are 11 economic development alliances, and they’re all doing a broadband project.” Not only will they have to assess the problems of the current systems, but come up with possible solutions for the future.

Bezpalko, who also brought along its current service provider MSCNET, said there are just under 1,300 rural customers in Lamont County. “Demand for bandwidth is going through the roof,” and that is why they have started upgrading infrastructure over the past year and a half to try and keep pace with growing demand.

“Broadband services are important to economic diversity, sustainability, regional competitiveness, public service and quality of life.”

He also pointed out that small businesses need high speed uploads for services such as cloud computing and offsite backup. Broad band could potentially reduce the growing commuter

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Right now, Alberta

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They are also assessing the current broadband situation in each municipality in the Alberta HUB region, and at the same time, determining each municipality’s vision and goals for enhancing broadband accessibity, quality and affordability.

Phase two will be to engage communities to determine broadband requirements that need to be met locally and regionally, based on what is already possible, and what is becoming possible. Phase three will include gap analysis and communications plan-

ning i.e. what currently exists and communicating the advantages of developing a regional approach to Broadband delivery. The fourth and final phase will be developing business cases that would identify what would best suit their municipality and then working with local internet service providers.

On Dec. 21, 2016 the CRTC declared that broadband access internet service is considered a basic telecommunications service for all Canadians. The CRTC also set up a new fund

that will invest up to $750 million over and above government programs. The new targets for basic telecommunications service include: *Speeds of 50 megabits per second download and 10 megabits per second upload for fixed broadband internet access services. *An unlimited data option for fixed broadband access services. *The latest mobile technology available in homes and businesses, but along major Canadian roads.

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Fort Sask RCMP lay multiple weapons charges Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta – Two Fort Saskatchewan men face a multitude of charges after an RCMP search warrant, with assistance from the Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams, yielded firearms and other stolen property as well as drugs.

The Fort Saskatchewan RCMP began their investigation in early December, 2016 following information received that indicated there were subjects involved in illegal activities and believed to have ties to the Warlocks Outlaw Motorcycle gang.

The subsequent investigation by the RCMP Fort Saskatchewan General Investigation Section (GIS) led police to execute search warrants on a residence and two storage lockers in Fort Saskatchewan on December 15, 2016.

ALERT Organized Crime and Gang Enforcement, members assisted in the execution of the search warrants.

The RCMP recovered a loaded 9mm handgun, an SKS rifle as well as two other rifles, prohibited magazines along with hundreds of rounds of ammunition, stolen property including an ATV and cocaine, psilocybin and prescription pills and over $2,800 in Canadian currency, all of which were consistent quantities to indicate drug trafficking.

On December 28, 2016 two men were arrested without incident. 46year-old Clayton James Fortin faces the following charges: Unsafe storage of firearms Unauthorized possession of a firearm/prohibited weapon or restricted weapon (x 10 counts) Possession of a restricted prohibited weapon with ammo without licence/registration Possession of a firearm with tampered serial number Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 Adult possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x 3 counts) (CDSA)

Fortin remains in custody and will soon appear in Alberta Provincial Court in Fort Saskatchewan.

39-year-old Robert John Knight is facing the following charges: Unsafe storage of firearms Unauthorized possession of a firearm/prohibited weapon or restricted weapon Possession of a restricted firearm/prohibited weapon with ammo without licence/registration Possession of firearm with tampered serial number Possession of property

obtained by crime over $5,000 Possession of a controlled substance (CDSA) Knight has been remanded into custody and will soon appear in Alberta Provincial Court in Fort Saskatchewan.

“Illegal guns in the wrong hands can become tools of the drug trade and the violence it breeds,” says Inspector Culhane, OIC of Fort S a s k a t c h e w a n Detachment. “The work our units do to remove these guns from the streets is vital to public safety.”

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Classifieds ________________________ ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS ________________________ Viking Grad Bottle Drive rescheduled for Jan. 19 starting at 3:30 p.m. Bottles can be left in bags on front sidewalk.

02p ________________________ GriefShare: Grief support group. 7 pm, Tuesdays, beginning January 17 at Bardo Lutheran Church 5609-48 St, Tofield. For more information call 780662-3411. All welcome. No cost.

TM51-02c ________________________ COMING EVENTS EVENTS COMING ________________________ Viking Senior Citizens Annual Meeting Friday, Jan. 27 at 3:15 p.m. at the Senior’s Centre. Everyone welcome.

02-03c ________________________ The Kingman Food Grains for the Hungry is hosting a celebration banquet at the Kingman hall Jan. 28/17.

Doors open @ 5:30 pm, catered supper at 6:00 pm.

Terence Barg will speak on food grains projects for the hungry. Entertainment at 7:00 pm with Travis Dolter from Hay Lakes. Contact Will Pattison @ 780-6726389 or Bernie von Tettenborn @ 780-672-6976 for tickets @ $25. Please reserve tickets by Jan. 24th.

TM02p ________________________ HELP US to help others feel at home! FREE English conversation and instruction for moms and pre-schoolers by qualified teachers.

Friday mornings 9:00 - 11:00 beginning January 20 in United Church basement (4832-53 Ave.). Please tell anyone who may benefit from these classes. Further information: 780-662-2504 or 780-662-4276. TM01-02c ________________________ Viking Sports & Wildlife Society Awards Banquet Feb. 4, 2017. Social at 6 p.m.

Chinese Supper at 7 p.m.

Place: Legion Hall. Tickets at K & K Autobody - Del Kirchmayer. Silent Auction.

Adults - $20, 8 yrs. to 12 yrs.

- $10, 7 yrs. and under Free. Members and invited guests.

02-03c ________________________ FOR RENT RENT FOR ________________________ For Rent in Viking: 3 bedroom house; 2 bathrooms; washer/dryer; $1,000/month. Call (403) 461-4350.

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________________________ FOR RENT RENT FOR ________________________ Viking - 4 bedroom house, 2 1/2 bath. $1200/month plus damage deposit.

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51-04c ________________________ House for rent in Holden.

Available immediately, $850 per month plus utilities. 4 bedrooms, close to downtown, garage; call or text 780-720-4421.

TM51-02p ________________________ Adult building only. In Tofield. No pets, no smoking, 2 bedroom apartment with balcony. Water & Heat included. $650 per month, $650 damage deposit. Call: 780-662-2923.

Available Now. TM01-02p ________________________ Viking - Triplex 5022 58th Ave. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom. Close to hospital. $800 per month plus utilities. No smoking. No pets.

587-256-0430 01tfnc ________________________ 2 bedroom large suite in 3story walk-up apartment building under new professional management with live-in, on-site caretaker.

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________________________ FOR RENT RENT FOR ________________________ FOR RENT IN TOFIELD: 3 bedroom fourplex suite $900 per month. 2 bedroom house $700 per month. 3 bedroom main floor of house $850 per month. For details call 780-995-9339.

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LL01-02p ________________________ Apiaries of Alberta are looking for five Apiary Technicians NOC8253 ($14$18) hr depending on experience for full time (40+hrs/wk.) employment March thru October 2017.

Must have a min. of 3 years (seasons) working full-time on Canadian style commercial apiary in the minimum capacity of Apiary Assistant. Two Apiary Workers (NOC8431) ($13$16.50) hr depending on experience for full-time (40+hrs/wk.) mid-July thru mid-Sept. Applicants must be able to work in the presence of honey bees and will assist with colony management and honey extraction.

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CP15tfnc ________________________ MEMORIAL MEMORIAL ________________________ KOPPEL, RUDY JR. In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away January 18, 1997 We who loved you sadly miss you As it dawns another year.

In our lonely hours of thinking Thoughts of you are always near. ~Always remembered and sadly missed by your wife Annie and the Koppel, Knievel and Campbell families.

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________________________ MEMORIAL MEMORIAL ________________________ INA (HOWERY) GOLDTHORPE Dec. 1934 - Jan. 20, 2002 We watched you suffer day by day And could not help in any way But just stood by and saw you pass Into the Saviour’s arms at last.

We miss the things you used to do and say And when old times we recall It’s when we miss you most of all.

Sadness still comes over us Tears in silence often flow Memories keep you ever near us Though you died 15 years ago.

Forever loved & dearly missed, The Family 02c ________________________ REAL ESTATE ESTATE REAL ________________________ Restaurant for Sale. 9,000 sq ft building in Sedgewick plus 3 lots 25x100. Dinning room and lounge - 140 seats plus opportunity for additional living space. Call 780384-3600. Serious inquiries only!

CP27tfnc ________________________ SERVICES SERVICES ________________________ Straight Line Fencing Custom Fencing - All types.

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Clearing of bush. Also selling Liquid Feed. Mark Laskosky 780-990-7659. tfnc ________________________ Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087, Sedgewick. CPtfn ________________________ Ritchie’s Painting Co. Professional Interior/ Exterior Commercial & Residential Painting. Spray Painting & Cabinet Refinishing. www.ritchiespainting.ca. Call Jason in Viking, AB today for a future estimate - Cell: 780-254-0166 or Home: 780-254-0700. 35tfnc ________________________

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TM35tfnc ________________________ Roy’s Handyman Services.

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MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS

The Lamont Lakers had home court advantage for the start of the Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) three day tournament Jan. 12-14. Both of the Grade 7 squads reached the semi-finals. The boys beat Fultonvale 47-41 to win bronze. The girls lost the bronze to Rudolf Henning 24-20 in overtime. It was a great way to kick-off their season, and the Lakers are proof positive that hard work creates good results.

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