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Killam Rodeo weekend a tremendous success Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The past weekend in Killam was a whirlwind of fun, with lots to do and see for residents and visitors. It was standing room only on Friday night at the Killam Rodeo to watch the cowboys, cowgirls, and little pokes compete. The rain stopped in time for an outstanding fireworks show Friday evening. Saturday dawned sunny and bright to take in a breakfast at the Agriplex. Hundreds of people lined the streets to watch this year’s parade, led by Killam RCMP Corporal Jeremy Houle in his red serge, before hitting Main Street, where there was much to do and see. The Killam Chamber of Commerce hired some great new bouncy houses this year, with sumo wrestling and the ever popular Euro Bungee that turns anyone into a gymnast! Vendors lined the south end of the street, including a new event from the Kids Connection Daycare, a chicken poop bingo that was lots of fun. The car and motorcycle shows bring plenty of nostalgia and admiration from car and bike lovers alike. This year Flagstaff Victim Services held a special celebration of the 150th anniversary of the RCMP. The Detachment invited the bomb unit, RCMP recruitment team, and even the helicopter, which unfortunately was called to a search and rescue and couldn’t attend. Two brave RCMP members, local Peace Officer Skyler Zelinski, and Killam Firefighter Dylan Eskra all volunteered to spend time on the dunk tank, with lots of splashes and loads of laughs from all involved. The event ended with a final rodeo performance on Saturday. Surely Killam’s population doubled at times over the weekend, and certainly there was something fun to be found for all ages.
More photos from weekend on Pages 10 & 11
Grad Classes start tree planting tradition Page 14
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Sedgewick's annual canada day celebration june 30 to July 2 sedgewick Joyeuse Fete Du Canada Sedgewick Ag Society
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Health facilities across the province no longer require masking
Alberta fuel tax on pause through to end of 2023 Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Province reported on Monday, June 19, that Cabinet and the Treasury Board voted to extend the fuel tax pause through to the end of 2023. In that announcement, the government said, “The rising cost of living is a top concern for Albertans and Alberta’s government remains committed to keeping everyday life more affordable by saving Albertans 13 cents per litre every time they fill up for the remainder of the year. “This will help an Alberta family save between $6 and $18 every time they fill up their vehicle. “The fuel tax pause program has provided relief at a time of need and will continue to support Albertans. “To date, Albertans have saved $1.5 billion and paid what have often been the lowest fuel prices in the country. Extending the pause will save another $520 million for Albertans.” The first pause on fuel taxes came in April 2022, to help offset a rise in the federal carbon tax, then again in January 2023 to offset high inflation.
Initially tied to oil prices, the province says regardless of what oil prices do, Albertans will continue to save on every litre of gas and diesel.
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Continuous masking is no longer required at any Alberta Health Services facility as of June 19, according to a press release issued June 15. The release stated the rescinding of the
mask mandate applies to all patients, families and visitors as well as contracted staff, physicians, midwives, students and volunteers. AHS said the decision was based on several factors including declining COVID-19 cases, testing
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Flagstaff Fresh Market in Forestburg
LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTOS
Flagstaff Fresh Market debuted in Forestburg last Thursday, June 15. Rain and strong winds threatened the outdoor market but organizers pivoted to move the event to the Forestburg Community Hall. The event saw visitors and vendors from throughout the Flagstaff region. One of the market highlights was Brass Tactics, a six-member brass band whose performance was upbeat and fun.
Vision CU named ‘Credit Union of the Year’ for fourth time Leslie Cholowsky Editor
“Vision Credit Union is delighted to announce that the Credit Unions of Alberta have honoured us as Credit Union of the Year for the fourth time in the past five years. “We’re delighted and humbled again this year to receive this award. We work hard every day to serve our members and be a vibrant part of our communities and the credit union system,” says Steve Friend, Chief Executive Officer
of Vision Credit Union. Each year, the Credit Unions of Alberta assess all credit unions in the province for their financial performance, community support, innovation, and business accomplishments. Vision received top scores in several categories, with the following achievements bringing home the gold for Vision: -Financial performance: Vision has demonstrated strong financial progress which bene-
fited members. In 2022, Vision returned $14.25 million in profit shares to members across Alberta. Their profit share allocation is one of the highest returns paid by any Alberta credit union. -Support for the community: Over 100 community organizations applied for capital project funding through the new Vision Helping Hand Grant. Through this grant, Vision gives back over $180,000 to its 23 branch communities per year
and will continue to do so every year. -Business accomplishments: In the fall of 2022, Vision merged with Encompass, another credit union with a long and proud history in the heart of Rural Alberta. By merging under the Vision Credit Union name, the amalgamated credit union now has over $2.1 billion in assets, 34,800 members, 256 staff and 24 branch locations across the province. In addition to Credit Union of the Year, Vision
received three awards in the following categories: Community Goodwill, Membership Growth, and Best ROA Growth. From management and member services to board members, administrative staff and executives, “Our rural Alberta communities inspire us to work hard every
day,” says Friend. “This past year has shown us that our dedication to our communities really does have an impact on our organization’s success.” In Alberta, there are 13 credit unions with nearly 200 branches serving more than 622,000 members.
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Flagstaff Regional Airport hosts Aerobatic Contest Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Flagstaff Regional Airport and the Iron Creek Flying Club were host to the Flagstaff Flyers Regional Aerobatic Competition on Saturday, June 17. Aerobatics Canada defines aerobatics as: “A very exacting sport which demands high levels of skill, discipline, and concentration on flying. A predetermined sequence of manoeuvres is carried out in a small cube of airspace known as the ‘aerobatic box’. Pilots can fly at different levels of competition from Entry Level to Unlimited depending on their level of skill and the performance capabilities of their aircraft.”
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Alliance Ag Society does some restructuring due to new AGLC rules Diane Dammann Alliance P. 780-879-3970 E. petendia@gmail.com
Happy Father’s Day to all of the fathers, grandfathers, and great grandfathers. These days the men are really into hands-on parenting, I noticed that in Malaysia too. Such a good change. Father and child missed so much when they weren’t involved. Congratulations to MacKenzie Van Heinen and Keagan Miller who were married on Saturday, June 10. They are honeymooning in Greece. Greece was also a holiday destination for Ryleigh Bunbury. Ryleigh just
learned that she has been accepted at University of Lethbridge for the next term. At the regular Women’s Institute (WI) meeting on Wednesday, Odette Dionne gave her report on the conference in Camrose where she was the branch delegate. Diane Dammann gave a report on her trip to the Associated Country Women of the World conference in Malaysia. Kerry Komix was appointed Branch Photographer; Leslie Weinrouch and Diane Dammann will be historian, responsible for updating the historical scrapbook. It was decided to surrender our old minute books to the Provincial Archive.
In Loving Memory of Lucas Alexander MacLe eod July 4, 1999 9June 21, 20 018
Forever in our hearts until w we see you agaain kiddo. Lots of love from all your famillies – Boast, Radleyy,, and MacLeod.
We will keep 1996 and forward. Argyle is the oldest continuously active branch in the province, maybe the world. I will have to check on that. WI is a Canadian inspiration. Sunday, June 25 will be the last church service before the summer recess so there is a potluck, music, and more planned. Service starts at 10 a.m. The Ag Society met on Tuesday to do some restructuring due to AGLC rules. Dennis Towers chaired the meeting in the absence of President Keagan Miller, Laura Towers stepped down as secretary, and Diane Dammann was appointed to fill the position until the AGM. The fire siren went off on
Tuesday afternoon. Our volunteers responded to a grass fire along the Coal Trail. They were back in town a couple hours later with mission accomplished. Thank you firefighter volunteers. I can’t imagine wearing all that protective gear in 30 degree weather. Thursday was another Town Hall meeting with about 12 taxpayers present to hear how the property assessments are done. There were questions answered. The village has held increases at 2 per cent. Councillor Stephen Wyse took his antique truck to the Killam Rodeo parade with Alliance banners on it. Terry Goulier took his antique car up to represent TP Liquor Store.
GRAND NORTH AMERICAN OLD TIME FIDDLE CHAMPIONSHIP
Saturday’s event featured competition at three levels: Advanced, Intermediate, and Sportsman. This event was the third in the national 2023 contest/event schedule, and members of the Canadian Advanced team, who will compete at the World Advanced Aerobatic Contest held in Las Vegas this Oc-
tober, were present to hone their skills. The pilots were picked at the 2022 Canadian National competition in Rocky Mountain House. All of the four-person Alberta Team were present on Saturday: Neil Harris, Jerzy Strzyz, Dave Barbet, and Miles Crane competed in the Advanced category.
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Providence Place & Providence Place Resident Council would sincerely like to thank the following people who made the June 8th Flagstaff Seniors Conference a huge success. All staff, residents and volunteers for helping with the setup, cleanup, catering the meal, etc. The staff from the County of Flagstaff for caring for the seniors in our communities and suppling a full agenda of activities and information.
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Everyone that donated goods for the bake sale from residents, staff, board members, family and friends. Everyone who sold or purchased raffle tickets on the Afghan made by one of our residents . Winner was Shannon Willms. Everyone who sold or purchased tickets for the Stanley Cup Pool. Winners were Desiree Lehmann, Ken Wolbeck and Arlene Lehmann.
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Lougheed Fair 100th Edition
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Volatile spring in Alberta proves farming is such a gamble Ricci Matthews Ph: 780-888-2490
Hardisty Call Ricci with your news!
Well hello folks. Today is Monday and I am happy to report that the farm actually got some decent rainfall. My husband has a fancy weather station and we received two inches of rain. That is pure heaven. Hopefully those poor folks in Stettler got some of that rain because according to the news last week, they were in a grim situation. No rain and no feed for their cattle. Farming is such a gamble. You are solely reliant on the weather and never know what is in store for you. Even in Flagstaff County you might get a lovely rainfall in Killam and only a few drops in Hardisty. I do not go to casinos to gamble, heck no! I just married a farmer. They are tough, resilient business people and you have to thank them for taking such chances, so you have your food and drink on your kitchen table. It is interesting to note that more women seem to be going into the farming business as their main focus and their men are involved in a totally
different line of work. Interesting, eh? I have some wonderful baby news to share. Tammy Parkin and her family are thrilled to announce the arrival of baby Weston Alan Scott Philips born on Thursday, June 8, to Kyla Parkin and Spencer Philips. Granny Tammy is over the moon in love with this adorable bundle of joy. We send congratulations to you from all your friends in Hardisty. This Sunday was Father's Day and celebrated in most of North America. Dads will have received homemade cards, scribbled notes of love and adoration. A box of chocolate the kids picked out because it is their favourite and they hope Dad will share. Maybe he will get a another tie, crazy boxer shorts, or, if he is really lucky, some little munchkin helped bake a cake. They ensured it was covered in really thick icing and decorated with lots of sprinkles and chocolate chips. The little farts put so much effort into their gifts and usually wait with bated breath for that big smile to cross Dad's face. "Yes," Daddy loved their gift. Older children and Moms have more cash flow so their gifts are usually more substantial. So, belated Father's day wishes to all you dads out there.
I just went on Google and checked when Father's Day was first celebrated on the North American continent. It was June 19, 1910. The dictionary has quite an extensive description of what the term" father" means. It is a male that has begotten a child; a male parent who adopts a child or who otherwise holds a paternal relationship towards another. A priest or other church dignitary in the Roman Catholic and Anglican church and of course the other name for God... God, the Father Almighty. How many of you men remember the moment you heard that you were going to be a father? Was it mindblowing, unbelievable, exciting, heavenly, frightening, or maybe all of the above? You are going to be a daddy and responsible for that little human for probably 18 or more years. How did this even happen? In most cases you and your female partner were responding to your raging hormones of estrogen and testosterone. They help you feel highly sexy and you feel this uncontrollable love and attraction to each other. At times it is so strong that you lose all your senses and forget to check that you are playing it safe in the love department. Did the female renew and take her birth
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INVITATION TO TENDER Water Tower Removal & Disposal Contract (Tower of 70’) SEALED TENDERS, marked “Water Tower Removal & Disposal Contract”, will be received until 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, JULY 20th, 2023, at the VILLAGE OF ALLIANCE OFFICE, 209 Main Street, Alliance, AB, T0B 0A0. • All bids must be submitted on the OFFICIAL BIDDING FORM, that can be obtained at the Village office or on the Village of Alliance website. Bids submitted not by the OFFICIAL BIDDING FORM will be rejected. • Tenders must be accompanied by a deposit in the amount of ten Percent (10%) of the tender price, made payable to Village of Alliance, and will be held in trust. • Any submission, revision or modification made by email or facsimile to the Village of Alliance Office will not be considered. • The highest of any tender may not necessarily be accepted. • The Village of Alliance reserves the right to refuse or reject any or all tenders. • All bidders will be notified and then sent a letter and a copy of the results once this tender is approved by council at their next regular Council Meeting. For further information, please contact Carmen Frank, CAO, at 780-879-3911 or email cao@villageofalliance.ca
control pills or did the man buy fresh protection, not the old rubbers that have been in the glove compartment for last winter and now the summer too? Mother Nature wants to ensure that we keep producing babies and the younger we are, like our teens and 20s the more fertile we become. Those sperm, with their wiggly tails, are great swimmers and once they gain access to that warm female entrance they know exactly what route to take and how to enter those awaiting eggs. Bingo... the egg is fertilized. And that my friends is how nature works, most of the time. The older you get the mating process becomes less successful. I checked on Google and here is some interesting information. The age of dads has a significant bearing on the sperm’s fertility and the baby’s health. Sperm quality decreases with age and so does the shape and movement of the sperm. They find it more difficult to seek out and enter the female eggs. Men produce less testosterone around the age of 40, their libido decreases and females are less fertile after the age of 30. This all adds to
more difficulty in conceiving. If both partners are 25 years or younger they can usually conceive within five months. If the woman is 25 years or less and the man is over 40 , it can take up to two years. W i t h modern medicine and all those fertility clinics, I am aware that lots of magic happens, but it comes at a huge cost. People are marrying later in life and many want stable careers and a home they own, before they want to start a family. You need to do whatever works for you. Remember that Mother Nature still manages to surprise many couples. Miscarriages are not uncommon. Statistics I found said that one in four and sometimes one in three pregnancies end in miscarriage. I was an older mother and was 33 and 37 when I delivered two healthy males, but not without some grief with miscarriages in between. Nature is amazing and so are the fathers of the world. The oldest confirmed father is named Les Colley of Australia, in the Guiness World record book. At the age of 92 and with his third wife he fathered his ninth child, named Oswald.
The youngest male to father a child was a boy from China. He was nine years old and had a child with an eight-year-old girl in 1910. Yikes, that is frightening. I wonder what kind of herbs they were eating? Young girls nowadays get their menses much earlier than what I remember from the 1960s. Then the average age for menses was 13 years and now it is happening at 10 years for some. That is 50- to 60-plus years ago. How quickly things change, eh? I think a wise investment might be to buy stocks in female pads, tampons, and male and female bladder protection underwear. We all live so much longer, but our bladder and bowel muscle tone does not always hold up. Well folks, maybe as seniors many of our hormones are not sizzling anymore, but remember that your lips are full of sensory nerve endings. They can still make your heart skip a beat and your loins tingle. So smack that Daddy on the lips and enjoy the reaction. Take care folks. there will not be a column next week. I will save any news sent to me.
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Daysland Library hosts Meditative colouring circle Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Daysland Library recently finished a fivesession course called the Meditative Mandala Colouring Circle, partnering with Jane CherryLemire, from Soul’s Essence AR and HOM of WellBeing. The course filled up quickly, with a maximum of 10 participants, ranging in age from 10 to 70. Cherry-Lemire says, “The idea behind the circle was to come together and collectively participate in positive activities to get in touch with ourselves in order to release stress and engage our creative self. “Colouring is often considered a children's pastime that does not hold much value for adults to engage in but everyone agreed that this is not true and that anyone can benefit from taking the time to stop and let the mind flow into something like colouring Mandalas. “The other benefit is that when groups of people collectively participate in meditation their energy will also send out positive vibrations into the world, which can only be positive.” The course featured mandala designs created
exclusively by CherryLemire. She says, “Each week we opened the circle with a guided meditation led by myself and then each person was able to choose one of nine designs that come in the Mandala Colouring Kit to colour. “Colouring is a very meditative activity and it was amazing to people how fast two hours could go by!” The Library picked up some of the course costs, which kept the course affordable for all, at $10 per person for five sessions. The price included a kit for everyone. Cherry-Lemire says, “I am extremely pleased with how things went and have received very positive feedback from participants.” Library Manager Christi Elley says, “I
have talked to one of the participants who has really enjoyed coming to this, I think it went over quite well with those that did go and if we had the funds it would be something we would think about having again,” Cherry-Lemire adds, “Everyone expressed how much they appreciated and enjoyed being able to come together and ‘stop’ for a while.” Elley says she hopes the Library can offer this event again in the fall.
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Killam Blacktop Bonanza makes main street a hive of activity
LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTOS
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Killam’s 51st annual rodeo a smashing success over the weekend
ALLY ANDERSON PHOTOS
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Local graduating classes start new tree planting tradition Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Flagstaff County has introduced a new initiative, through its Economic Development Department, that involves the graduating classes of Daysland, Forestburg, and Central High Schools. They are calling it the Graduating Class Planta-Tree Day. Aiming to promote environmental sustainability and community engagement, the initiative invites graduating classes to plant a tree in their communities, leaving a positive legacy for future generations. “Planting a tree is a symbolic gesture representing growth, new beginnings and leaving a positive legacy for future
generations. “It serves as a powerful representation of the student’s journey through their academic years, preparing them for the next phase of their lives while also reminding them of the impact they can have on the world,” says Flagstaff Economic Development Coordinator Shaina George. “This project aims to foster a sense of community by bringing together students of the graduating class, faculty, staff, municipal leaders, and local community members, as well as promoting a culture of environmental stewardship. “The collaborative effort fosters a deeper sense of belonging and social responsibility, laying the groundwork for a
more tightly knit and resilient community.” Flagstaff County Reeve Don Kroetch spoke to each set of students, as did a member of their local municipal Council. In Forestburg, Mayor Blaise Young said to the graduates there, “We hope you will consider Continued on Page 24
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Forestburg School holds annual Elementary Track Meet
Rain delays battle of top two BRBL teams Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Forestburg School had their elementary track meet on Friday, June 16. Fun was had by all and the weather was great. The school mascot (Forestburg Falcon) even came out to cheer on the competitors. Pictured above: Grade 1-6 relay with the Forestburg Falcon cheering on the teams. PHOTO PROVIDED
An Olympic sport returns to Sedgewick Sandra Erickson Ph: 780-384-2030
Sedgewick email: sedgewicknews@gmail.com
Gymnastics are coming back to Sedgewick! Camrose Academy of Gymnastics who used to be out here during COVID-19 in 2020 will be returning for Fall 2023. The amazing coach at the time was Teagan Rombough, still a student at CHSPS back then.
Once she graduated and moved away for her post secondary education Camrose Academy of Gymnastics left Sedgewick due to not being able to find a replacement coach. Now, come September 2023 they will be returning and taking over the former library space at the Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre. No doubt, we're very excited. Our boys love gymnastics, however driving an hour to get there wasn't working for our family. So after some
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hesitation and talking to fellow parents, I was encouraged to pursue the idea of gymnastics in Sedgewick once again. And here we are! I reached out to Yves at the Academy of Gymnastics and found one coach, Julianna Merta, willing to come on board. You may know her from working at the Sedgewick Post Office previously and from coaching in Wainwright. While we need a minimum to run, the response was overwhelming. We are in
desperate need of more coaches! If you know of someone with the right certification or someone willing to obtain it, please reach out to Yves at Academy of Gymnastics or myself. We'd love to accommodate more families. Registration will run through Camrose and be advertised closer to fall. Continued on Page 21
The Battle River Baseball League leaders, Macklin Sr. and Veteran, were set to battle one another last week for the top spot, but the game was rained out. Viking Shamrocks were set to play the Macklin Midget team, but it got rained out as well. Killam travelled to Amisk, where the Astros won 7-5, and Czar and Castor had a close game, with Czar coming out ahead 4-3. When the top two teams were able to battle it out, Monday, June 19, the Veteran Bulls upended the Macklin Sr. 6-4, also shooting them down to second place. Viking comes in with six points, a game in hand, and third place, with Amisk and Czar tied for fourth at four points, and Macklin Midgets, Castor,
and Killam all sitting at two points each. This week will see Amisk hosting Veteran, Castor hosting the Macklin Midget team, Killam hosting Czar, and Viking hosting the Macklin Senior team. First pitch goes out at 7 p.m. this Wednesday, June 21. On the other side of the county, in the Powerline Baseball League, the Rivals are holding tight to their lead, with a 7-2 season, with the Rosalind Athletics and Vegreville Blue Jays nipping their heels with 53 records. Armena is 4-5 on the season, Camrose is 3-4, and Tofield is still looking for their first win at 0-7. On Tuesday, the Rivals travelled to Rosalind, and they will head to Camrose on Wednesday to take on the Roadrunners there. The Rivals will be back home on June 28, when they will host Tofield.
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Central High working on raising funds for a new outdoor classroom project Leslie Cholowsky Editor
Central High Sedgewick Public School Principal Richard Cowan and Assistant Principal Madison
Nickel represented the school before the 100 Women Who Care in Flagstaff County this past May, making a presentation to the group to try to secure funding for their
new outdoor classroom project. Nickel says that the idea came about through school staff, through a conversation about improving student wellness.
FAITH COLUMN Facing our difficult history I am currently part of a workshop called “Placing ourselves in Colonialism,” that invites participants to dig deep into our own family stories, tracing movements and following relationships. Basically, unpacking the baggage that our own story of belonging carries and how it has bumped up against other stories in particular with Indigenous Peoples. In doing my research I learned that one of my maternal great-grandfathers emigrated from Germany to Minnesota not that long before the Red Lake Reservation was established. Then moved to the Maple Creek, Fort Walsh area just as the Fort was estab-
lishing. Now, though it is doubtful that my greatgrandfather single-handedly was responsible for the displacement of the Ojibwe, Cree, Assiniboine, Blackfoot, and other First Nations, this knowledge makes me keenly aware that my life is not as far removed from this piece of history as I had once thought. As a person whose faith teaches that we are all created in God’s image, this further connects me to the stories of others. For I am not only a part of my family tree, but I am part of the people of all creation. From the SALT commentary of Trinity Sunday: “In an era often dominated by individu-
alism, loneliness, racism, and other forms of division,” nurturing healthy and strong relationships and reconciling and healing broken relationships is critical. Our faith requires it. Just as Jesus did not turn away from those who betrayed him, we cannot just turn aside whenever we encounter a hard part of our story. Together we need to find ways that honour the fullness of our history and celebrates the richness of our diversity. Rev. Deanna Cox Daysland, Killam, and Rosalind United Churches
“Since COVID, people are struggling, and as we as a staff discussed it, we hit upon a way to get students out of school more. “We had heard of the idea as a land-based learning opportunity, and as a staff, the idea expanded to an outdoor classroom. We thought it might go a little way to help. We certainly have the space.” The 100 Women group obviously agreed it was a good idea, because they voted to present CHSPS with $5,425 that evening. The school has secured additional funding through FIRST. FFCS Executive Director and FIRST board member Lynne Jenkinson says, “CHSPS presented a proposal to FIRST and outlined the need for the outdoor classroom. “FIRST used casino funds to donate $5,000 to CHSPS because they saw and agreed with the need for such a classroom. “Promoting healthy relationships is the mission of FIRST and working with the mental wellness of students certainly fits into that category. While FIRST gets grants to bring program-
The project has received division approval, now it falls back to the school to raise an additional $15,000 for the project, estimated at a $25,000 total cost. Nickel says he will be approaching Parent Council to get their assistance. They hope to have the funding in place and the classroom up for the fall of 2024. He says the outdoor classroom will be available for students of all grades, from Kindergarten to Grade 12, and they are hoping it will be used yearround.
ming into the community, this did not fit into any of the grant categories and the FIRST Board chose to use casino funds to help out the students of CHSPS.” Nickel says the school has been working through Bienenstock Natural Playgrounds on a design, they are hoping to fund 20 student desks, a teacher’s desk, an outdoor blackboard, and two log benches. He says they are thinking it would go in the northeast corner of the school property, where there are already trees to provide some shade.
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OPINION Just say no to future carbon tax
Albertans have an advantage: they have lower taxes protected by law. The Taxpayer Protection Act is one of the strongest laws protecting taxpayers in North America. It’s the reason Albertans don’t have a provincial sales tax. While our neighbours in Saskatchewan and British Columbia pay a PST on everything from cat food to used cars, Alberta is PST-free, saving taxpayers about $7 billion per year. If politicians wanted to push a PST on Albertans, they’d have to hold a referendum first. Good luck with that. The United Conservative Party is now pledging to expand the Taxpayer Protection Act to shield Albertans from personal income tax and business tax hikes. When combined with the government’s previously passed balanced budget law, the spending restraint rules and the serious debt repayment plan, this pledge from the UCP is a game changer for taxpayers. The policy should go one step further: the Taxpayer Protection Act should protect Albertans from a provincial carbon tax. Including a referendum requirement for a provincial carbon tax is important because carbon taxes cost Albertans a lot of money. At present, Albertans are forced to pay the Trudeau government’s mandatory minimum carbon tax. That carbon tax adds 14 cents per litre of gasoline and 17 cents per litre of diesel. That means it costs about $10 extra to fill up a minivan and about $16 extra to fill up a pickup truck. The carbon tax on diesel costs truckers about $160 extra to fill up the tanks on big rig trucks. Filling a locomotive costs about $2,400 extra in the carbon tax. Since nearly everything we eat and use is hauled on trains and trucks which use diesel, Trudeau’s carbon tax is a tax on everything. Trudeau’s carbon tax on natural gas, propane and furnace oil also makes heating our homes cost more. The Parliamentary Budget Office calculated that Albertans are getting kicked the hardest by Trudeau’s carbon tax, costing families more than $700 extra this year, even with rebates factored in.
Trudeau is set to triple his carbon tax, and he’s also going to nail Albertans with a second carbon tax starting this summer, which the PBO says will cost families about $1,100 per year within the next seven years. The second carbon tax is a government fuel regulation that makes gasoline and diesel cost more. British Columbia has had a second carbon tax for years: it’s why it typically has the highest pump prices in the country. That’s not a bright future for tapped-out taxpayers struggling to afford their basic needs such as housing, food and fuel. Alberta has a past with the carbon tax, too. Former premier Rachel Notley’s NDP government imposed a surprise provincial carbon tax on Albertans in 2015, even though she made no mention of it during the provincial election campaign earlier that year. Her carbon tax cost Albertans more than $1 billion per year before it was scrapped in 2019. Looking to the future, Trudeau’s federal carbon tax could be scrapped someday, freeing Albertans from that punishing cost of living albatross. But what would stop a future provincial government from slapping Albertans with a provincial carbon tax again? That’s why Alberta should take the obvious next step with the Taxpayer Protection Act and expand it to prevent the carbon tax from coming home to roost here. Smith mentioned it during the election debate. “We are going to have a tax hike guarantee so that if there is ever a proposal for an increase in carbon tax or personal taxes or our sales taxes, it has to be put to the people,” Smith said. Committing to expanding the Taxpayer Protection Act to shield Albertans from income and business tax hikes as its first order of business if re-elected is laudable. Albertans should also be able to trust they won’t be hit with a provincial carbon tax in the future. Kris Sims is the Alberta Director for the Canadian Taxpayers Federation. © Troy Media
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The worst of the worst On Wednesday night, Canadians learned the Prime Minister’s Office knew about the transfer of notorious serial killer, rapist, and designated dangerous offender Bernardo’s transfer from a maximum-security prison to a medium-security prison in March. This revelation comes days after Canada found out that one of our most reviled criminals was being moved and the Minister of Public Safety Marco Mendicino did nothing to stop it despite his office knowing about the transfer. Paul Bernardo is a vile monster and should remain in maximum security until the end of his life. The crimes he committed are embedded in Canada’s collective consciousness. After being sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for 25 years, Bernardo was given the dangerous offender designation, the most serious in Canadian law. Despite Bernardo’s notoriety, both the Prime Minister and Min. Mendicino claim their staff did not tell them about the transfer. They just let it happen. Minister Mendicino’s office knew about this for three months prior to Bernardo’s transfer. The Minister has the authority to issue direction to Canada Corrections and he has the power to make regulations regarding the incarceration of prisoners. He has failed in this duty. Instead of halting the transfer, both the Prime Minister and Min. of Public Safety hid the information from the victims’ families. Victims and their families must come first. Monsters, like Bernardo, should spend the rest of their lives in maximum security prisons. My colleague, the Conservative Member of Parliament for Niagara Falls, Tony Baldinelli, introduced Private Member's Bill, C-342, which seeks to keep dangerous offenders and mass murderers like Paul Bernardo in maximum-security prisons. I believe in this Bill and have co-seconded it. We offered to fast-track its passage through Parliament, but the Liberals denied this. Bill C-342 would require that all court-ordered dangerous offenders and mass murderers be permanently assigned a maximum-security classification. It will also repeal the Liberals’ ‘least restrictive environment’ standard for assigning inmates to prisons and restore the language of ‘necessary restrictions’ the previous Conservative government had put in place. The bottom line is this: PM Trudeau and Min. Mendicino are trying to once again pass the buck, claiming it was the fault of their staff. This is a trend that needs to be stopped, they need to accept responsibility for this egregious error and Min. Mendicino must resign. Common sense Conservative solutions, such as Bill C-342, would ensure Paul Bernardo and criminals like him stay where they belong. This type of transfer happens too often, however, in many cases, it doesn’t garner headlines. This and the revolving door of the justice system are failing victims and all Canadians. As your Member of Parliament, passing legislation which protects Canadians is of the utmost importance. It’s a small step but I am proud to support MP Baldinelli’s Private Members’ Bill to protect Canadians and ensure victims are heard and respected. You can count on Canada’s Conservatives to put in the work required to rebuild trust in our broken legal system. 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 e-mail damien.kurek@parl.gc.ca.
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The Community Press, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - Page 21
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Copper wire reported stolen from site near Strome Local RCMP calls from June 9 to 15 On Friday, June 9, a report was made of a calf loose on Highway 13. Killam Members were unable to locate the calf. Also that Friday a report of stolen copper wire was made from a tower site near Strome. Subjects cut locks to gain access to the site. Nothing left behind. Killam Members spoke of safety planning with the property rep. More patrols to be made in the area. On Saturday, June 10, a report was made of an individual in Forestburg walking around and looking in vehicles and yelling. Killam Members attended. The subject was found and reported being assaulted. Subject was charged with breach of conditions. Killam Members located the
other Subject who was charged with assault. Also that Saturday, an Abandoned vehicle was reported in the ditch on Township Road 424. Killam Members attended. The Plate and vehicle did not match. Last known Registered Owner was contacted. Vehicle had been sold to an unknown individual. Vehicle was towed. On Sunday, June 11, a report was made of stolen wire and damage to property at an energy site in the MD of Provost. Pictures were provided to a Killam RCMP Member. No witnesses or suspects. On Monday, June 12, a Suspicious vehicle was reported on Range Road 110. A Killam RCMP member attended and Subject said they had run out of gas.
Also Monday a Break and Enter was reported on Range Road 110. A Killam Member attended. Batteries and fuel were stolen from the equipment on site. No witnesses or suspects. Later Monday a Suspicious Vehicle was reported on Highway 13. The same vehicle was seen around rural residences. The Vehicle had distinguishing markings and Killam Members are aware of the vehicle. On Tuesday, June 13, a report was made of gravel being taken off of Flagstaff County roads for private use. No witnesses or suspects. On Wednesday, June 14, a Suspicious Vehicle was reported on Highway 608. The Registered Owner stated she had stopped for
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was a great day all around! If you are interested, services are every two weeks. Summer Reading Club will be offered at the library during the month of July. Ages six to 12. Reading, crafts, games, and prizes! Studies have shown that keeping your children reading during the summer encourages lifelong reading habits, stimulates interest in the
library and reading, and motivates children to read for fun. Please sign your child up so the library knows to have enough help and craft supplies. Call the library to register or for more information. Make sure to join the Co-op this Thursday afternoon as they celebrate Taste of Co-op with lots of summer recipes and food samples. Yum!
Continued from Page 15 The Saint John's Anglican Church had some special guests. During their last service they welcomed visitors from Saint Michael's church in Edmonton. The Service was followed by a hot dog lunch and fellowship. It
her dog to have a walk. Later Wednesday an Abandoned Vehicle was reported in Daysland. Killam Members notified the Registered Owner. Also that day a Bitcoin Fraud was reported to the Killam RCMP. Complainant was contacted by a “Recovery Association” that claimed to be able to recover funds from a previous fraud. Money was taken from the Complainant’s bank. Banking
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Here’s what’s in store . . . • There will be an opportunity to meet the BRCF board members and Ambassadors, learn more about the activities of the past year and hear the perspectives of those who have either donated to, or received grants from, the Foundation as well. • Bob Coutts and his wife, Linda, operate the Home Hardware store in Forestburg. This couple has devoted a great deal of time and treasure to the benefit of the Flagstaff area over many years. Bob will tell us why they have chosen to give back to their community through the Battle River Community Foundation.
• Brittany MacMillan is the owner of Bam Fitness. She will speak about how the spirit of philanthropy plays an essential part in building a healthy community.
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• Ricci Matthews is a member of the Hardisty Library Board. She will report on the progress of this very necessary organization and how grants from the Foundation have helped the Library to meet the needs of her community.
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Also reported and attended to by Killam RCMP were three false alarms, two calls under the Mental Health Act, and two wellbeing checks. Members had three traffic collisions reported, and handed out two speeding violations, two moving traffic violations, and two non-moving traffic violations.
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institution has been notified. Later in the day Killam RCMP attended an alarm going off at a business in Daysland. No disturbance found. Property rep was notified. On Thursday, June 15, Criminal Harassment was reported out of Hardisty. Statements were taken and Killam Members arrested the Subject who was released on an Undertaking with conditions.
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Please plan to join the Battle River Community Foundation for a fast-moving one-hour formal session, followed by an informal meet-and-greet featuring coffee/water, cheese, crackers and sweets and a chance to meet friends you haven’t seen in a while!
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Golden Prairie 4-H Club enjoys annual Achievement Day Simone Eshpeter Club Reporter
On Saturday, June 3, the Golden Prairie 4-H club had their annual achievement day to celebrate the members’ achievements throughout
the year. This event was held at the Forestburg Community Hall with portions of it at the Forestburg Riding Arena. The day started off with the horse and goat projects presenting in the riding arena. The horse
project led the flag ceremony and O Canada then continued with their presentation. After this, all the other presentations were in the community hall. The projects included were woodworking, small engines,
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foods, horse, goat, photography, busking, welding, and creative options. The creative options project was cake decorating. Once all the presentations were completed lunch was served. All of the food served at this event was brought and prepared by 4-H families. When lunch was done a
final slideshow of pictures of the year was presented with the courtesy of Rainer Bernard, the secretary of the club. This was followed by a stop-motion video created by the photography project and concluded with presentations of gifts to members, judges, and leaders. Judges were as follows:
Donna Fetaz for horse, Heather Toews for foods, Verner Stohhaecker for woodworking and small engines, Wendy Weiss for goat, Ray Zimmer (record book) and Rod Korney (projects) for welding, Maven Boddy for photography and busking. Ending the day, everyone went swimming at Forestburg Pool.
NOTICE The Community Press is in no way affiliated with the company "That's Great News." The Sedgewick Steelers U13 team coached by Pam and Brian Kotylak won the U13 Division of the Macklin Tournament this weekend. Back row: Coach Brian Kotylak, Mackenna Lewis, Hayden Freadrich, Langsten Fee, Camryn Hayes, Abby Galletly, Aspen Borgel, Grace Edwards, Coach Pam Kotylak. Front Row: Danika Vriend, Emersyn Price, Evie Hampshire, Grace Dolany, Sydney Paterson.
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Grant Applications Open Deadline: August 15, 2023 The Battle River Community Foundation is now receiving applications for grants from our Community Fund and Field of Interest Funds. Grants are made to organizations operating in east-central Alberta that are UHFRJQL]HG DV TXDOL¿HG GRQHHV E\ WKH &DQDGD 5HYHQXH $JHQF\ 7KLV LQFOXGHV UHJLVWHUHG FKDULWDEOH RUJDQL]DWLRQV DQG PXQLFLSDOLWLHV &RPPXQLW\ RUJDQL]DWLRQV WKDW DUH QRW UHJLVWHUHG FKDULWLHV PD\ DSSO\ LQ SDUWQHUVKLS ZLWK D TXDOL¿HG GRQHH )RUPV IRU DSSOLFDWLRQV IURP SDUWQHUV PXVW EH VXEPLWWHG LQ DGGLWLRQ WR JUDQW DSSOLFDWLRQ IRUPV DQG FDQ EH IRXQG RQ RXU ZHEVLWH 2UJDQL]DWLRQV VHHNLQJ IXQGV PXVW GHPRQVWUDWH D VWURQJ DQG FRPPLWWHG YROXQWHHU ERDUG RI GLUHFWRUV ¿VFDO UHVSRQVLELOLW\ DQG HIIHFWLYH PDQDJHPHQW RI UHVRXUFHV 3URMHFWV WKDW LPSDFW WKH JUHDWHVW QXPEHU RI LQGLYLGXDOV SRVVLEOH ZLWK D PRGHVW LQYHVWPHQW RI IXQGV DUH SUHIHUUHG *UDQWV DUH PDGH IRU GH¿QLWH SXUSRVHV DQG IRU SURMHFWV FRYHULQJ D VSHFL¿F WLPH SHULRG ,Q JHQHUDO JUDQWV DUH DSSURYHG IRU SURMHFWV QRW PHW E\ RWKHU IXQGLQJ VRXUFHV ,Q DGGLWLRQ WR XQUHVWULFWHG JUDQWV DYDLODEOH IURP WKH &RPPXQLW\ )XQG VRPH )XQGV SURYLGH JUDQWV WDUJHWHG WR SURMHFWV UHÀHFWLQJ GRQRUV¶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or further information and/or an application form, please contact us. Web: www.brcf.ca | Email: brcfoundation@gmail.com | Phone: 780-679-0449
The Community Press, Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - Page 23
Heisler Elks supporting greater community
The Heisler Elks recently made three donations to neighbouring community facilities. Top: Heisler Elks Club member Mickey Heisler (right) presenting a cheque for $500 to the Forestburg Power Sports Association - Mud Bog President Doug Brown. Middle: Heisler Elks Club member Claude Fell (left) presenting a cheque for $1,000 to Daysland Golf Course Manager Duane Seiferman. Directly above: Heisler Elks Club member Mickey Heisler presenting a cheque for $1,000 to Forestburg Golf Club Manager Yen McNabb
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Forestburg Fire Dept. new compressor up and running Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Forestburg Fire Department has taken delivery of and put into service a new breathing air compressor for filling self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) bottles. Chief Kevin Lunty says, “This is a vital piece of equipment that is required to refill breathing air bottles for the Fire Departments in this area.” Lunty says purchases like this, at over $56,000, are not possible without generous donations from individuals and businesses within the community. “We would particularly like to thank Heartland Generation for their extremely generous donation of $10,000; along with many others
who supported the project through donations of $1,000 or more.” The new compressor features a sign acknowledging those who supported the project financially. Lunty adds, “We would also be remiss if we didn’t thank all of the individuals, service groups, and businesses that also donated either directly, or through attending our fundraising events such as our 50/50, breakfasts, and other ‘Friends of the Forestburg Fire Department” events. Without all of these donations the purchase wouldn’t have been possible. Lunty extended special thanks to Bob Coutts from Coutts Home Hardware, and to the firefighters themselves, who volunteered
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their time to fundraising, as well as to the installation work required for the new unit. A major purchase like this is truly a community effort. The unit is available to all FRESS stations and other organizations who donated and that require breathing air for their workplaces.
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coming back to Forestburg and planting your roots here.” Forestburg Graduate Maren Vincett said, “This tree will definitely mean something to me.” George also spoke to the students in Forestburg, saying, “We want this tree to serve as a
keeper of memories from your youth. “Please use this space to have picnics, celebrate milestones, and most importantly, tell the most outlandish stories of your high school years to your grandchildren.” The initiative provides a permanent link from students to their communities. George says, “Trees live for many years, and a tree planted by a graduating class will act and
serve as a lasting reminder of the region’s commitment to environmental sustainability. “As it grows and matures, it becomes a living testament of the collective efforts and dedication of the community. Future generations will witness the fruits of this endeavor, appreciating the shade, beauty, environmental benefits, and the stories of the graduating class.”