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Heavy rainfall strains sewer systems acrossLamontCountycommunities

BY MELISSA MACINTOSH-YOUNG

Communities across Lamont County are dealing with the effects of days of heavy rainfall after significant precipitation between May 29 and June 2 overwhelmed local infrastructure and created concerns for municipal sewer systems.

Both the Town of Lamont and the Town of Mundare issued urgent public advisories asking residents to immediately reduce non-essential water use as sanitary systems struggled to keep up with the excess water entering the systems.

Environment Canada had warned residents in the region that a prolonged rainfall event was expected to bring between 50 and 90 millimeters of rain across parts of central Alberta, with localized areas potentially receiving more than 100 millimeters.

The rainfall arrived after several days of storm activity and continued through the beginning of the week, saturating the ground and placing additional pressure on lagoons, drainage systems, and municipal infrastructure throughout the county.

In Mundare, officials issued a Sewer System Advisory stating that the town lagoon was “struggling to keep up due to recent heavy rainfall.” Residents were asked to limit showers, laundry, dishwashing, and other non-essential water usage while crews monitored the situation.

The Town of Lamont also issued an urgent notice advising residents that the sanitary system was struggling because of the rainfall event. Similar restrictions were requested in an effort to reduce strain on the system and pre-

vent further complications.

The advisories highlight the challenges municipalities face during prolonged rainfall events, especially in communities with aging infrastructure or lagoon-based wastewater systems. Excess rainwater can infiltrate sewer systems through drainage connections, sump pumps, or groundwater seepage, significantly increasing the volume entering treatment systems.

The rainfall also created difficult conditions on roads and low-lying areas throughout Lamont County, with residents reporting standing water, muddy conditions, and localized flooding concerns in some areas.

Municipal officials thanked residents for their cooperation during the advisories and encouraged the public to continue monitoring local updates as crews worked to manage water levels and system capacity.

The recent weather event serves as another reminder of the impact extreme weather can have on rural infrastructure across Alberta communities.

Purple Martins are huddled out of the wind, sheltering from the weather at their feeder during the weekend weather. Below: standing water at a county farmer’s field on June 1, and in the Town of Lamont the same day. Crystal Moren photos.

Lamont Town Council addresses community events, policies, and conference attendance

BY MELISSA MACINTOSH-YOUNG

Lamont Town Council addressed a mix of community recognition, policy updates, and municipal business during its regular meeting on May 26.

Council welcomed a delegation from the Lamont Curling Club, represented by Aaron Geiger, as part of the evening’s presentations.

Several proclamations were also approved, including declaring June 1 to 7 as Seniors’ Week in recognition of the contributions seniors make to the community.

Council also proclaimed May 25 to 29 as Alberta Rural Health Week, highlighting the importance of health care services and workers in rural communities.

On the administrative side, council appointed Braden Lanctot as a Certified Panelist for the Assessment Review Board for a term ending Dec. 31, 2026.

Council also reviewed several municipal policies during the meeting.

Members voted to repeal Policy 12-57 regarding the Utilities Pre-Authorized Payment Plan, as well as Policy 72-

06-01 related to ice rental fees. At the same time, council approved revisions to Policy 11-16 concerning community events facility use and Policy 11-19 on public participation.

Travel and conference attendance was another item discussed, with council approving the attendance of Mayor Foulds and Councillor Koroluk at the Rural Municipalities of Alberta Conference scheduled for November 2026.

The meeting concluded with council formally accepting Councillor Colleen Holowaychuk’s absence from the May 26

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Iva Elaine Braham passed away peacefully at Bow View Manor in Calgary, AB on Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at the age of 81 years, due to Alzheimer’s dementia. Iva is lovingly remembered and survived by brother Jim (Karen deceased) Bradley; sister Brenda (Mitch deceased) Gawron; sister-in-law Barb (Phil) Woitas; stepdaughter Heather (Ed) Gnenz; and numerous nieces and nephews from the Bradley, Gawron, Braham, and Henkelman families.

A Memorial Service will be held at Lamont United Church, 5306 51 Ave, Lamont, AB, on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at 1:30 p.m., with the Reverend Carolyn Woodall officiating. A private interment will be held at the Lamont United Church Hackett Cemetery.

If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made directly to your local Alzheimer’s society, the Brenda Strafford Foundation (please designate for staff appreciation at Bow View Manor) at https://www.thebsf.ca/getinvolved/donate.html, Lamont United Church Hackett Cemetery or the All Saints’ Anglican Cathedral (Diocese of Edmonton) (please designate to be used for maintenance repair and/or replacement of the church’s piano and organ). Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.fostersgardenchapel.ca.

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Tina Warawa to seek UCP nomination in Lamont area

BY JOHN MATHER

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MP Shannon

Stubbs’ office administrator in Two Hills, Tina Warawa, has announced she will seek the Fort Saskatchewan Vegreville UCP nomination for MLA heading into the next provincial election.

The seat is currently held by MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, who hasn’t publicly said whether she will try to retain her seat or step down as a member of the Legislature. She is currently the parliamentary secretary for Ukrainian Refugee Settlement.

Warawa has worked at all thee levels of government, having worked with a former MLA, and also having spent several years as a councillor and mayor of Andrew and then a long term councillor in Vegreville.

“Now more than ever, our region needs representatives who are willing to speak up, work collaboratively, and advocate not only with other levels of government, but within their own government and caucus when necessary,”

Warawa said in making her announcement May 29, “Communities deserve someone who will consistently bring local voices forward and ensure our region is never overlooked.

“For me, the most important part of representation is simple – you cannot properly advocate for people if you are not listening to them.

“That means being accessible, returning calls, attending community events, having honest conversations, and listening not only to people who agree with you, but especially to those who may not.”

Warawa explained that during the past decade, she had spent countless hours helping residents navigate government programs, meeting with individuals and organizations, and listening to concerns across our region.

“During my time work-

ing provincially, I also helped develop travelling and roaming office opportunities to better reach communities throughout the constituency, because representation should never depend on someone’s postal code or proximity to a single office,” she stated.

The Fort Saskatchewan-

Vegreville constituency is a very diverse one, she added. While it contains numerous farms, rural communities, counties,

villages, and small towns, it also includes the City of Fort Saskatchewan which she stated is a rapidly growing community and major economic driver within Alberta’s Industrial Heartland.

“Fort Saskatchewan faces unique opportunities and pressures, from rapid residential and industrial growth to infrastructure demands and regional transportation challenges,” Warawa said.

“Effective representation means understanding that different communities face different realities, while ensuring every part of the riding feels heard, respected, and supported.”

No date for the nomination meeting has yet been set.

Tina Warawa

LOCATION: From Castor go 2 km west on Hwy. #12 to Rg. Rd. #143 & then go 3.1 km north.

●1984 JOHN DEERE 4250 tractor, 144 hp. eng., 11,789 hours, 540/1000 pto., 3 hyd’s., wheel weights, 16 speed partial powershift w/ 16F/6R.

●1987 JOHN DEERE 4650 tractor, 187 hp. engine, 10,387 hours, big 1000 pto., 3 hydraulics, 15 speed full powershift w/ 15F/4R transmission, 20.8-38 duals.

●1978 JOHN DEERE 4640 tractor, 172 hp. engine, 13,650 hours, big 1000 pto., 2 hydraulics, 16 speed. powershift w/ 16F/6R.

●1971 IH 574 tractor, 68 hp. gas, 2,776 hours, 8F/4R, 540/1000 pto., 3 pt. hitch, dual hydraulics.

HARVEST

● 2005 JOHN DEERE 9760 STS combine w/ JD 615P 15’ header, 2,251 sep. hrs., 3,438 engine hrs.

●2012 JOHN DEERE 635F HydraFlex header w/ transport, plastic fingers, single point hookup.

●2005 JOHN DEERE 936D platform draper header w/ transport, plastic fingers, pea auger, single point hookup.

●1998 CASE IH 8825 swather w/ 25’ p/u reel & plastic fingers, 1,978 hrs., diesel, double knife drive.

●2006 CASE FHX300 t/a forage harvester, 1000 pto., monitor, 11L-15SL tires.

TILLAGE & GRAIN AUGER

●BUSH HOG 18 ft. t/a offset disc, 23” notched front & rear blades, 8 1/2” spacing, mudscrapers.

●ALTEEN 20 ft. tandem disc, 22” smooth blades,10” spacing, mudscrapers, 7.60-15 tires.

●BRANDT 735 grain auger w/ Power Fist 420cc motor, 7”, 35 ft.

●2017 NEW HOLLAND 316 discbine, 16 ¼’ cut width, upper & lower rubber rollers, Mow Max II, 1000 pto.

●2008 JOHN DEERE 568 round baler, 14,788 total bales, Mega Wide Plus pickup, 1000 pto., monitor.

●2002 JOHN DEERE 567 round baler, 20,772 bales, twine & netwrap, MegaWide p/u, monitor, shedded.

●1993 JOHN DEERE 535 round baler, 1000 pto., monitor, twine, push bar, newer belts.

●1999 NEW HOLLAND 1475 haybine, 16 ft., 1000 pto.

●NEW HOLLAND 1033 Stackline bale wagon, 104 bale capacity, 540 pto.

●2013 FARM KING 12 wheel ‘V’ hay

TRAILERS

●2000 SOONER t/a 20’ aluminum stock combo trailer, center divider, 67” wide x 79” high rear opening.

●2011 ABU 36 ft. t/a gooseneck dually flatdeck trailer, beavertail, fold up ramps, GVWR = 20,000 lbs.

GRAIN TRUCK

●WHEATHEART High & Heavy Hitter post pounder w/ 4 way hyd’s., electric start engine, post hugger.

●HI-HOG hydraulic squeeze.

●HI-QUAL palpation cage.

●CALF ROPER calf tipping table. ●Bumper pull s/a calf transport wagon. ●Wheatheart hyd. 5’ post hole auger. ●Feed roller grain dispenser wheel. ●(7) 17 ft. long x 8 ft. wide x 9 ft. high pipe framed freestanding windbreaks.●(2) 16’ wide x 12’ deep x 6’ high pipe framed calf shelters. ●(3) Pipe framed bale feeders. ●(2) Feed bunks.

SPRAYER

●2007 FLEXI-COIL 68XL high clearance p/t sprayer, 100’, 1650 US gallon tank, 2 way nozzles, 20” nozzle spacing, chem handler, monitor.

CAMPER

●1978 OSPREY 800 camper, 8 ft. long, stove, furnace, refrigerator, updated upholstery, stored inside, no leaks, 1375 lbs, very good condition.

COLLECTIBLES

AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED No previewing silver or hockey cards as they are being stored at bank safety deposit box.

●2015 UPPER DECK Connor McDavid PSA 10

GEM MINT rookie card.

●2005 UPPER DECK Alexander Ovechkin PSA 10

GEM MINT rookie card.

●2016 UPPER DECK Auston Matthews PSA 9 MINT rookie card.

●±(100) Royal Canadian Mint Silver Maple Leaf 1 ounce coins.

●(10) NTE 10 ounce silver bars.

●1820 Upper Canada Half Penny Token.

●1844 BMO Province of Canada penny.

●1840 & 1856 Province of Nova Scotia ½ & 1 cent coins.

●1871 Prince Edward Island 1 cent coin.

●(2) Artifactrocks including (1) hammerhead rock.

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●1990 INTERNATIONAL 4900 s/a grain truck w/ 16 ft. steel box & hoist, 363,688 km, 5,160 engine hours, 5 speed split shift manual, 185 hp. diesel.

●GRASSHOPPER 616 zero turn lawn mower, 48” cut, 754 hours, Vanguard 16 hp. V-Twin engine.

●9 Ft. box scraper. ●(3) Sets of duals. ●(2) Max loading ramps. ●(2) Service truck boxes.

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●2021 RED RHINO 42 ft. t/a 8 round bale trailer.

BY HAZEL ANAKA

As you read this, I’ll be in rural Georgia with another group of online friends. Two back-to-back trips are not that easy on a body or a schedule but sometimes you’ve got to grab the gusto and just go for it. Granted, I was more likely to say yes to anything and everything, schedule be damned, when I was younger. But, perhaps as one ages, the compulsion becomes stronger. None of us know for certain how many days we have left so as long as we can, we should be living fully.

I managed to unpack, do a couple loads of laundry, and begin filling my suitcase with gifts for my friends. Of course, crossing into the US during this time of insanity and strained relationships is the wild card. I have a Nexus card which entitles me to the fast lane at

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airport check in and a relaxation of some of the more irritating aspects of security screening. I don’t have to remove my laptop or CPAP machine for swabbing or remove my shoes. However, as I learned in Moncton, the smaller, class 2 airports don’t recognize the Nexus card. Didn’t know airports fell into classes.

On a recent flight departing Edmonton, I was behind a young man in the Nexus line who had to pull out two laptops, four tablets, and his phone for swabbing and further inspection. I too, would have been suspicious. This was not a quick process. I said to the guy waiting beside me that maybe they were filming an episode of Border Security and we just didn’t know it. Little did I know that I would cause a brief delay as they dug through my carryon for a closer look at a pair of scissors. Scissors, with blades shorter than four inches are allowed. Pretty hard to slow stitch during a flight without scissors.

Part of the reason for this get-together is to check out the lay of the land for an October retreat we are planning. So, in addition to gifts for my

fellow hosts, I’m bringing some swag and corporate donations for retreat guests. They’ll be stored until needed in fall. The way the states intersect there, two of us are flying into Memphis to be picked by our hostess from Mississippi, and eventually onto our cabin stay in Georgia. Logistics means we’ll fly home out of Chattanooga. Clear as mud?

Because there are no direct flights to Memphis, I have a changeover in Minneapolis. I think that’s one of the bigger hub airports in the US so I can hardly wait for the mad dash to get to a connecting gate. Which raises the issue of footwear. Runners with orthotics are the best for standing and walking over unknown terrain and for many hours. However, it will also be hotter than is my comfort level. Asking my hostess for packing advice is not that helpful. We have different definitions of hot and cold. Let’s hope I get this right.

We will be meeting a fellow YouTuber based in Memphis for a craft room tour, Memphis BBQ, and some thrifting. Which reminds me, I should be reviewing what the

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After these two whirlwind trips, life gets real. With Hilary and Ash’s wedding in late June the days will fly by, I’m sure. I’m planning a wedding journal for them and will need to write my mother speech. As the officiant, I also need to have the prewedding couple’s meeting and prepare the ceremony documents.

Because of the late spring and my extended absences, I haven’t bought a single bedding plant or done much other than a cursory cleaning of the flowerbeds. Deadheading the hydrangea bushes is one more job before I leave on this trip. Since my return from New Brunswick I haven’t done a walk about to see what survived.

Making sure my newspaper column continues without interruption and having several YouTube videos scheduled has meant virtually no down

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time. However, time being a ‘tourist’ and chilling with friends is restorative. But knowing when to pull back is also critical for me. During the New Brunswick trip, I opted to stay behind at

the house one day rather than spend four plus hours traveling. This introvert needed the space and silence. The upcoming trip is shorter, the people are different, the setting will be new. That said, my suitcase won’t pack itself, from where I sit.

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Stay in Canada proponents had their chances and did nothing!

BY JOHN MATHER

So quickly, how many Stay in Canada groups are there now?

In the beginning, it was Thomas Lukaszuk’s Forever Canadian, and then the provincial NDP added a Stay in Canada campaign.

But now there’s more.

They are almost rivalling the numerous separatist groups that can’t get along with each other.

Monte Solberg, a former MP, has joined with former Premier Jason Kenney and journalist Jen Gerson to form the Vote to Stay group.

Political operative Ken Boessenkool has formed the Lead Not Leave group along with former cabinet minister Jim Dinning among others. “We are a team of academics, policy wonks, political activists and journalists forging a practical path forward for our fellow frustrated federalists,”stated Boessenkool in a social media post.

And let’s not forget Premier Danielle Smith has publicly stated on many occasions she will campaign to have Alberta remain in a sovereign Canada.

But let’s look at the groups and imagine why they won’t ever consider working together.

Starting with Lukaszuk.

He’s a former MLA and Deputy Premier who left office after racking up a $20,000 cell phone bill which he let the taxpayers graciously cover.

Since about 2012 Lukaszuk has had no relevance in the public spotlight. But he craves attention, so he started the Forever Canadian campaign.

He did this before any sort of separatist question had been developed.

Why?

Well, he claimed he wanted a referendum to stay in Canada. No problem with that.

But he did it first and yes he called it a referendum!

Would the separatist campaign ever have developed into anything major? As we have seen over the past several months it could have, but the courts stepped in and shut it down for failing to consult with First Nations.

So would all this be as big as it has grown into without Lukaszuk’s petition? Hard to say.

But what we do know is Lukaszuk spent several years in the Alberta Legislature as a Progressive Conservative.

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He was aware of the problems Alberta faced while trying to develop its resources and deal with overreach from Ottawa.

Did he do anything to prevent this or champion change?

No!

Let’s look at Monte Solberg and Jason Kenney.

Both have been MPs. Kenney became Premier of Alberta after merging the PCs and Wildrose to form the United Conservative Party.

They were aware of the overreach by Ottawa into Alberta affairs and areas of jurisdiction.

Did they do anything to stop it or get a better deal for Alberta?

No!

The provincial NDP have been aware of federal overreach since Rachel Notley was the Premier of Alberta. As a provincial government they had to try and deal with it and yet they did nothinggetting the heave ho from the voters after just one term. They had an opportunity, but did nothing!

And then there’s Ken Boessenkool.

He’s an experienced campaigner having worked with Prime Minister Stephen Harper and B.C. Premier Christy Clark. He has years of political experience.

During his time in the backrooms of the highest offices in the land, did he do anything to get a more level development package in Alberta? Did he try to get one that didn’t see our resource revenues draining off to benefit the coffers in Ottawa and other provinces?

No!

And therein lies the problem with all these Stay in Canada groups, except one. They all feature former politicians or operatives who were well aware of the problems between Ottawa and Alberta. They all could have worked to

have changes made but nothing happened.

They went with the flow, taking hefty salaries and pensions.

And did nothing!

And now let’s look at Danielle Smith.

She’s a Libertarian. She ran on imposing a bill to create a Sovereign Alberta within a united Canada. And guess what? That was the first bill her government passed.

She tried to work with Justin Trudeau, Stephen Guilbeault , Jonathon Wilkinson and that gang.

It was a futile effort. You can’t work with obstinate people who won’t change their ways and are intent on taking anything they can get from Alberta’s resource industry or creating laws to keep it all locked in the earth.

Thankfully, Trudeau finally took a walk, Guilbeault has been forced out and Wilkinson took a perk in a distant land.

Now she has to deal with Mark Carney. At least he has a brain.

But the Memorandum of Understanding doesn’t amount to anything but pieces of paper.

And suddenly all other parts of the country are weighing in on Alberta’s decision to hold a referendum on separation.

All, of course, except Quebec.

Smith is fighting for Alberta, both within the current structure, and through using the threat of exploring separation to get change.

She stands alone as the leader of Alberta and there is no one that I can see standing in the shadows of any political stripe that could replace her.

All those who are clamouring to stay in Canada, with the exception of Smith, have had opportunities to drive change in the way our constitution and confederation works, but they did nothing.

At least Smith is working for Albertans!

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Weather forces cancellation of Chipman car show

Onlyslightpossibility ofrescheduling

BY JOHN MATHER

For the first time in its 24 year history, organizers of the Chipman Car Crafters Car Show have made the decision to cancel the June 7 event.

It had been scheduled for Chipman this Sunday and organizer David Gray had anticipated a crowd in the area of 5,000 people to come out and view 350 classic, custom and hot rod vehicles.

“It’s the first time we ever had to cancel and it was a very hard decision to make,” he said.

The decision was made late in the morning on Tuesday, June 2.

Rain has been pelting northern Alberta for the past 48 hours and at least another day is being forecast.

“We have to put safety at the forefront of everything we do,” said Gray.

“We have people parking in fields and the ground is so soft that it wouldn’t be dried out by the weekend. We don’t want to be responsible for fields in Chipman being torn up.”

He further added they have several volunteer groups who are getting ready to serve food for the estimated 5,000 visitors.

“We don’t want to see them buy all the food items they need and then have no one show up,” said Gray.

“That wouldn’t be fair to them.”

The Chipman Golden Seniors had planned a pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m., the Friends of Lamont County Firefighters were going to sell hamburgers and hot dogs, and the Chipman Players would have hosted a lunch in the basement of the National Hall.

Upstairs at the National Hall the Elk Island Art Club was planning to hold an art display with several automotive themed offerings,

A kids zone featuring bouncy castles was planned to be put on by the Chipman Agricultural Society.

Gray said he wasn’t sure if the show could be rescheduled.

“With school just about wrapped up for the year many of the volunteers will be doing family things and may not be available for the car show.

He said it might get rescheduled but he would have to have a meeting with all the volunteers before anything would move ahead.

Gray stated he was still thankful for all the help the community provided.

“I’m really sorry we had to do this,” he said. “This is something that wouldn’t be possible without the support of the Village of Chipman and all the community groups who provide support during the day and in helping organize leading up to the day.

“It is a team effort.”

There would have been lots of hot rods and custom cars during the 24th Annual Chipman Car Crafters car show this Sunday, June 7, in Chipman. This Morris Minor has won awards at the show in the past and may have been back on display again this year but days of rain has caused the cancellation of the fun event.

●1979 CASE 2390 tractor, 178 hp., 11,875 hours.

●1971 CASE 970 tractor, 95 hp., 11,367 hours showing, 540/1000 pto., 2 hydraulics, wheel weights.

●2017 MASSEY FERGUSON 1736 MFWD tractor w/ MF DL125 FEL & 5 ½ ft. bucket, 356 hours, 36 hp., hydrostatic, 3 pt. hitch, 540 pto., joystick, shedded.

●2021 MASSEY FERGUSON GC1723E MFWD utility tractor w/ 48” rototiller, 41 hrs., 23 hp., 540 pto., hydrostatic, loader ready w/ joystick, shedded.

GRAIN TRUCKS & VEHICLES

●1978 FORD F-600 s/a grain truck w/ 15 ft. steel box & hoist, 94,510 km, 361 gas, 5 spd. manual.

●1979 GMC t/a grain truck w/ 18 ft. steel box & hoist.

●1972 FORD 600 s/a grain truck w/ steel box & hoist.

●1989 DODGE W250 pickup truck w/ bale handler, manual transmission, 4WD, LT235/85R16 tires.

●GMC 1500 4WD single cab PARTS truck, 144,648 km.

GRAIN HANDLING

●2015 MERIDIAN HD8-46 grain auger w/ hyd. mover, 8”, 46’, Kohler 26.5 hp. motor, electric clutch.

●1990 WESTFIELD mech. swing grain auger, 8”, 51’, 540 pto., single auger hopper flighting, HR78-15 tires.

●VERSATILE grain auger w/ engine.

●2014 MERIDIAN Grain Max GM2300 ±2300 bushel smooth wall hopper bottom bin, single skid.

●UNIFEED ±250 bushel hopper grain / feed 4 ring bin.

●UNIFEED ±170 bushel hopper grain / feed 2 ring bin.

●WESTEEL ROSCO ±1500 bushel 3 ring x 14 ft. flat bottom grain bin w/ wood floor, ladder.

●(5) WESTEEL ROSCO ±1650 bushel 5 ring x 14 ft.flat bottom bins w/ wood floors, (1) w/ aeration fan.

●WESTEEL 14’ bin bottom w/ internal hopper, aeration.

225 t/a 14 ft. offset disc, 10” spacing, 25” notched blades, excellent condition.

●CROWN bat reel rock picker.

●18 ft. trail type coil packer.

●12 Ft. cultivator w/ 3 bar harrows, 12” spacing.

●FARMHAND 30 ft. cultivator w/ 3 bar harrows.

●30 Ft. drill mover, 8.00-14 tires.

●CASE 14 ft. disc, 19” smooth blades, 7” spacing

HAYING

●2020 CASE DC163 16’ discbine, 1000 pto., center pivoting hitch, rubber upper & lower conditioning rollers.

●2006 BUHLER BM2500 t/a hay hiker / bale mover, 14 bale capacity, dual arms, tilt deck w/ hyd. unload.

●MORRIS M-880 hay hiker, 8 bale, RH arm, hyd. unload.

●PARKLAND 25’ stackmover.

●2018 ENOROSSI ER 14 wheel ‘V’ hay rake, 27 ft.

●2002 JOHN DEERE 567 round baler, 10,871 bales, 1000 pto., mega wide p/u, twine only, monitor.

●2002 HESSTON 856A round baler, 15,316 total bales, 1000 pto., monitor.

●NEW HOLLAND Stackliner 1037 bale wagon, 540 pto., 104 bale capacity, 11L-15SL tires.

●NEW HOLLAND Hayliner 315 square baler, 540 pto.

●Bale hauling wagon, 37 ft.

HOLIDAY TRAILER

●2007 Prowler 29’ t/a bumper pull holiday trailer, sleeps 4, hide-a-bed, 1 slide, rear master, front kitchen.

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●2006 NORBERT t/a 20’ gooseneck stock trailer

●LEE-LINE t/a 16 ft. bumper pull stock trailer.

●2011 HAYBUSTER 2650 bale processor, 1000 pto.

●HI-HOG cattle squeeze. ●HI-HOG palpation cage.

●HI-HOG 32” non-adjustable alley spreader w/ rolling door.

●Cattle squeeze. ●Assorted gates & panels. ●HiQual 10’ x 10’ maternity pen. ●Mixer Feed Mill w/ bin and (3) small augers. ●Feed dispenser grain wheel. ●LEVEL-WIND wire roller / unroller, hydraulic driven motor, hitch mounted. ●Livestock weigh scale. ● (2) Calf tipping tables. ●(7) Bale feeders. ●Feed bunks. ●7’ poly water trough. ●Wood feed bin on skids w/ metal clad roof, 12’ W x 16’ L. ●Ice King 2 hole poly stock waterer. ●7 Ft. round poly water tank. ●(2) Calf scales. ●(3) Wooden calf shelters.

●WHEATHEART High & Heavy Hitter post pounder w/ Honda 9 hp. motor, hyd. slide hitch, post hugger.

●EASYWAY 175 bu. creep feeder

●ARTEX FW1403 s/a silage / feed wagon, LH discharge.

SWATHING & HARVEST

●1982 MASSEY FERGUSON 860 combine w/ 12 ft. Melroe 388 pickup, 2,350 hours.

●1990 VERSATILE 4750 swather w/ Versatile 4025 header & 25’ p/u reel, 2,308 hrs., double knife. ●1980 Versatile 4400 s/p PARTS swather w/ 21’ header. ●6 Ft. metal swath roller.

●1981 HONDA CB900 street bike, runs but needs a tune up. ●13’ drag harrow bar. ●(3) 5’ Harrow sections. ●Poulan Pro 24” snowblower. ●Certified Electric 18” snowblower. ●PRO AIR II air compressor. ●1250 Gal. poly water tank. ●(3) 2’ x 3’ x 6’ long shop benches. ●(2) Overhead fuel tanks. ●(2) Horizontal fuel tanks. ●Assorted pipe. ●Garden rototiller.

●Plusmore farm & livestock items!

Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta),

L A M O N T H I G H S C H O O L

“Do not wait: the time will never be “just right ”“

Safety lessons hit home at ARA

BY GRANT JOHNSON

Students at Andrew Rural Academy got a hands-on lesson in staying safe this week as the Safety Smarts farm-safety program rolled into the school.

Guest presenter Carey Thiessen worked with every class from Kindergarten through Grade 6, delivering practical, ageappropriate sessions focused on real risks kids face in rural life.

The program, offered at no cost to rural Alberta schools, is built on findings from a 20-year provincial study into farm injuries.

Each grade tackled a different topic, from machinery run-overs and drowning hazards to hearing protection, rider safety, and making smart decisions around the yard.

Using models, videos, demonstrations, and interactive games, Thiessen kept students engaged while driving home a serious message: everyday choices can prevent serious injuries.

Programs like Safety Smarts continue to play a key role in helping rural students recognize danger and stay safe on the farm.

Bruderheim Town-Wide Garage Sale draws bargain hunters and supports Spring cleanup efforts

BY MELISSA MACINTOSH-YOUNG

Residents across Bruderheim spent the weekend clearing out clutter, finding hidden treasures, and connecting with neighbours during the community’s annual Town-Wide Garage Sale.

With fourteen families officially registered and featured on the town garage sale map, bargain hunters had plenty of stops to make throughout the day. From household items and children’s toys to tools, clothing, and antiques, shoppers explored sales across the community in search of great deals.

The event brought steady traffic through neighbourhoods as residents and visitors alike took advantage of the warm weather and community atmosphere.

The garage sale also ties in with Bruderheim’s annual spring cleanup efforts, encouraging residents to reduce waste and reuse items whenever possible.

Beginning June 2, residents can participate in “Kick it to the Curb,” an initiative that allows people to place unwanted but still usable items at the curb for others in the community to take and reuse. The program helps

keep reusable items out of the landfill while giving neighbours the opportunity to find items they may need at no cost.

Bruderheim’s annual Heavy Garbage pickup is scheduled to begin June 7, giving residents another opportunity to dispose of larger unwanted household items as part of the community-wide cleanup effort.

The combination of the Garage Sale, Kick it to the Curb, and the upcoming Heavy Garbage collection has made for a busy and productive spring cleanup season in Bruderheim.

Bentley Downie and Presley Serediuk learn about farm safety.

Students at Andrew Rural Academy watch a Farm Safety presentation from Carey Thiessen.

Bargain hunters were out for deals at Bruderheim’s recent Town-Wide Garage Sale over the weekend. Photo by Melissa MacIntosh-Young

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CARD OF THANKS

The Viking Health Centre Auxiliary appreciates the support from the community for attending the 4TH Annual Spring Strawberry Tea and the business for ordering cakes. We also received a number of donations. Thank you to all for your continued support as we support our Viking Health Centre. Also thank you to the Viking High School students and teacher for helping.

COMING EVENTS

Village Picnic August 23rd

Holden Community Hall Potluck at noon

Musical performances by the Western Thistles and Jed and the Valentine

Check them out on youtube and you will be impressed Tickets $20 including fees on villagepicnic.com

Read the book Fartknocker!

Dunbar goes to Vegreville by BM Kalf available on amazon

Open House to celebrate completion of our Wall of Honour, the Royal Canadian Legion's 100th anniversary, and our 80th anniversary at the C.J. Kinross VC Legion Branch in Lougheed. Saturday, June 6, from 1 to 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

Alliance Market

June 11 and the second Thursday of every month. Alliance Hall, 4 p.m to 8 p.m. Great vendors and games.

National Range Day

Saturday, June 6 10 am - 3 pm

Battle River Fish & Game FREE OPEN HOUSE

Bring your family and try your hand at shooting sports. Try various rifles and handguns. Food & Refreshments Available.Located 6 miles south of Forestburg 40554 Range Road 152 Call Kim 780-385-8861 for more info.

Building Bridges in Flagstaff Society AGM

Monday, June 15 at 4:30pm at FFCS in Killam. If you would like to join the meeting, please message us at flagstaffbridges@gmail.com Public Welcome to Attend.

CLASSIFIEDS

NOTICES. EVENTS. ANNOUNCEMENTS. THANKS. MEMORIALS. SALES. RENTALS. REAL ESTATE. GIVE AWAYS. & MORE!

COMING EVENTS

Bruce Cemetery Day, Monday, June 8 at 1 p.m. Bring tools, brooms, etc. Meeting to follow. Everyone Welcome.

ANNUAL SPRING CEMETERY AND HALL CLEAN UP ST. JOHN NEPOMUCENE CEMETERY - PRAGUE PRAGUE COMMUNITY HALL

Thursday, June 11 at 6:30 PM Beverages and snack to follow

Pleasington Historical Society Annual Memorial Service and Pot Luck Dinner, Sunday, June 14, at 2 p.m. Church and Cemetery Cleanup Tuesday, June 9 at 9 a.m. Alternate day: Thursday, June 11. Everyone is Welcome! 21/22c

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Lake Olivia Cemetery 2026 AGM and NO WORK get together Sunday, June 7 at 1 p.m.

Bring Your Lawn Chair. Hotdog Lunch Provided

———————————————— Kinsella Cemetery Cleanup June 13 at 9 am Lunch provided. Contact Ross 780-385-1313.

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Lornedale Cemetery 2026 AGM will be on Saturday, June 6 at 1pm at Lornedale Cemetery. NO WORK get-together. A Hot Dog Lunch will be supplied. Bring your own chair if you wish. If inclement weather, alternative location is in Doug and Cheryl Lefsrud’s house garage. 21/22p

St. Peter's Strome Annual Church Cleanup, Monday June 22 at 9 a.m. Potluck lunch to follow. Steak Provided. For Info. Call Louise 780-889-2211 or Ingrid 780-781-1201.

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St. Peter's Mass and Blessing of Graves, Sunday, June 28 at 2 p.m. For Info call Louise 780-889-2211 or Ingrid 780-781-1201

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High Mound Cemetery

Annual General Meeting Thursday, June 11 at 7:30 at L. Kobitzsch Residence 4516 – 49 St Hardisty Everyone Welcome!

COMING EVENTS

The Merna Church and Cemetery Clean Up will be Monday, June 15 at 1 p.m. Everyone is Welcome! ————————————————

You can book Blanket Classified Ads and Value Ads through your local paper! Appear in over 65 different newspapers and over 300,000 homes in Alberta. Prices $299 to $999. Contact a Caribou Publishing paper today! ————————————————

BLESSING OF THE GRAVES PRAGUE CATHOLIC CEMETERY

Saturday, June 13 at 11 AM 20/22c

We welcome you to join us for Dying to Know Day, a compassionate community event featuring presentations and conversations about grief, caregiving, palliative care, advance care planning, and MAID. Join us Thursday, June 4, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Viking Community Hall. Registration is $40 and includes lunch and a sound bath session. Pre-registration is required through Viking/Beaver FCSS @ 780.336.4024.

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Flagstaff County presents Seniors Conference 2026 Thursday, June 4 Providence Place in Daysland 10am - 2pm. Planting Workshop, Digital Safety presentation, Programs & supports for healthy againg and featuring Keynote speaker Jessica Janzen. To register, call Kerri at 780-384-4150. See more details in the Flagstaff County ad in this week’s edition of The Community Press.

FIREARMS AUCTION: June 27th: Ward's and Bud Haynes Auctions in Edmonton. Consign Now! Firearms, Ammo, Optics, Accessories, etc. Call Brad Ward, 780-940-8378. FirearmsAuctions.ca

FOR SALE

Organic & conventional: Sweet Clover, Alfalfa, Red Clover, Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Crested Wheatgrass, Timothy, etc. Free Delivery! Birch Rose Acres Ltd. 306-921-9942.

FOR SALE

2008 Honda Shadow 750VT Ruby Red & Chrome. 24, 171km. Rebuilt carburetor, new battery, free leather gear: 4XL jacket and helmet (2 XL). Bluetooth, Cardo Freecom. $4,000 Call 780-374-2484 22/23p

2015 Freedom Express 25-foot, bumper pull trailer. Excellent shape, clean and ready for its next adventure. Call 780-336-6413 for more info. 20/22p

MEMORIAL

I heard your voice in the wind today, And turned to see your face; The warmth of the sun caressed me, As I stood silently in place.

I felt your touch in the sun today, As its warmth filled the sky; I held you close in my heart today, And it made me want to cry.

May the winds of love blow gently; And whisper so you can hear; How much we love and miss you, And wish that you were here.

In loving memory of Anna Helmer, Dear Mother and Grandmother, Who left her earthly home 43 years ago.

HELP WANTED

Breitkreuz Auto Repair is Hiring Looking for a motivated Automotive Service Technician

We are accepting resumes for a Journeyman or 2nd- to 4th-year Apprentice. Full Time, Weekdays. 5034 51 Street, Daysland. Ph: 780-374-3740

To apply: Contact Andrew via email at breauto@gmail.com This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Housing prospects grim for young Canadians

Housing prices in Canada have skyrocketed so much in the past 10 years that the average young adult may have to save for years just to get a down payment. Then they will have to have a high paying job or multiple jobs to be able to pay down the mortgage.

If you are living in Toronto the average detached home costs $1.37 million presently, compared to $849,000 in 2016. This is a 61% increase in housing prices in 10 years. It means in Toronto a young person would have to save $68,000 to put 5% down on a home, leaving a $1.3 million

mortgage at 5% over 25 years at $7,561 per month.

With banks typically wanting a household income to be three times the monthly mortgage, it means a person would be recommended to make $272,000 annually to afford a home in Toronto.

Similarly in Vancouver, the average detached home in 2026 is $1.9 million compared to $1.3 million in 2016. This amounts to a 68% increase in housing prices over the last 10 year period. Presently a 5% down payment on that amount is $95,000, leaving $1,805,000 at 5% inter-

est over 25 years, making the monthly mortgage payment at $10,498. At one-third of household income recommended, it would mean $377,928 would be required as an income to afford an average home in Vancouver.

In a more affordable city like Edmonton, the average detached home in 2026 costs $515,000 compared to $397,000 in 2016. This is a 29% increase in the span of 10 years. A 5% down payment on a mortgage would be $25,750 leaving $489,250 over 25 years at $2,844 per month. So, the household income for this mortgage would be

estimated at $102,384 annually.

In Winnipeg, the average detached home presently is $499,434 compared to $302,727 in 2016. This is a 65% increase in the span of 10 years. A 5% down payment on a mortgage would be $24,972 leaving $474,462 over 25 years at $2,759 per month. The household income for this mortgage would be almost $100,000.

In Canada less that a quarter of households have incomes of $100,000, while incomes approaching $300,000 to $400,000 required to get a mortgage in Toronto or Van-

Resident has lawyers appear before Lamont County to argue fire costs

BY JOHN MATHER

Lawyers for Lamont County resident Sylvester Haisan appeared before Lamont County council May 26 to argue about a bill he had received from LamontCounty Emergency Services for a fire on his property and for the removal of property belonging to him.

The amount of $25,277.80 was in the process of being recovered through Lamont’s tax recovery process, Haisan’s lawyers argued which they felt was unfair under the circumstances.

Samantha Huculak and Ayden Putnam appeared on behalf of Haisan from PL Law.

“We have several issues with the tax recovery process,” said Putnam. “Two charges were added to the tax roll that are in dispute. One stems from the May 1, 2023 fire and the other stems from the removal of a mobile home following a May 13, 2025 court order.”

Addressing the two issues separately, Putnam said they would be seeking relief from the costs.

He said the fire started outside of the Haisan property, spread on to his land and destroyed his barn.

Mr. Haisan’s insurance paid $10,000 to the County for the costs of the fire, said Putnam, and the County was still trying to collect an additional $10,930.44 .

In his affidavit to his lawyers, Haisan said when he arrived at the fire scene after being notified by his son he could see scorch marks on fencing at the edge of his property. He added there were strong winds from the north east and south east.

PL Law showed photos of the fire originating outside Haidan’s property.

The lawyers stated Haidan provided a summary report of his findings to the County but had failed to receive any response.

Putnam said their client would like the remaining costs and interest charged waived since the County had received $10,000 and the fire was not the fault of Mr, Haidan. In the second charge, Haidan had been told to remove a mobile home which his son had purchased to renovate and re-sell.

A complaint that the trailer was being lived in led to a court order to remove the trailer, which Haidan said he wouldn’t pay for. Instead he was

given permission to destroy the mobile home and reuse the materials to build storage sheds.

In Sept., Haidan was informed by County legal counsel that the County would enter the property to remove the remaining materials and structure and that Haidan would be charged the costs of removal.

His lawyers requested an extension for removal of the property but that was denied.

Putnam continued that the County by-law officer was to give Haidan prior notice to the County removing the materials but that didn’t happen and a company was brought in to remove it Sept. 29, 2025.

The Haidans claim additional steel and framing lumber windows and doors on the property were removed without authorization and they would like it replaced.

In addition, a lawn mower was taken and not returned.

The lawyers asked the removal fees be waived. They also asked for materials removed to be returned. If return is not feasible they would like to recover the value of the materials.

After the presentation, Reeve Aaron Wick said

couver is less than 1 percent. Because Canadians under 25 make roughly half of the average income earner, a young person's prospects of home ownership looks very bleak. With house inflation out of control, the likelihood seems worse every year. Brennan Anderson

they had information from their lawyers and the County would review those materials and get back to the lawyers.

Council then accepted the presentation as information and that was passed.

Mundare book fair

BY GRANT JOHNSON

The Scholastic Book Fair is making its return to Mundare School, giving students and community members a chance to browse and buy new books on June 4 and 5.

The event will be held inside Mundare School, and everyone is welcome to attend.

A staff member at Mundare School said the book fair is a highlight of the school year for many students.

“The Scholastic Book Fair is often a core memory for children who attend school. It’s exciting that we get to invite members of the community, siblings, and home school families to join the fun,” the staff member said.

A portion of all sales from the book fair will be returned to the school, helping to purchase new books and supplies for the school library.

Andrew students get hands-on with fire safety training

BY GRANT JOHNSON

Students from Grades 5 through 12 at Andrew Rural Academy took part in a hands-on fire safety training session at Lamont County Services Station 1 as part on May 22. Under the watchful eye of local firefighters, students learned how to properly operate a fire extinguisher, then stepped up to put their skills to the test. One by one, they tackled controlled training fires, gaining confidence in a skill that could one day save lives.

Fire officials say quick action is critical in an emergency. In many cases, a properly used fire extinguisher can stop a small fire from spreading in under a minute. However, studies show that while most homes have extinguishers, many people do not know how to use them correctly.

That is exactly the gap this training aimed to close.

The day offered more than just technique. It gave students a firsthand look at emergency re-

sponse and reinforced the importance of staying calm and acting fast in a crisis.

Firefighters on site shared their time, knowledge, and energy throughout the day, guiding students through each step and ensuring everyone had a chance to participate.

The result was an engaging, practical experience that left students better prepared and more aware of fire safety at home, school, and on the farm.

Firefighter Juhasz teaches Andrew Rural Academy student Janie Juhasz on the proper way to use a fire extinguisher.

The Fellow in Yellow makes a stop in Lamont County promoting health

BY GRANT JOHNSON

The Fellow in Yellow, also known as Trevor Redmond, made a stop in Lamont County recently as part of his journey across Canada.

Redmond, a Nova Scotia man, is travelling the country on foot to raise awareness about the importance of maintaining both mental and physical health.

He began his current cross-country run in March 2024, reaching the West Coast in late 2025. Rather than ending the journey there, he has continued eastward, often making loops and detours as part of an ongoing and evolving trek. More information on his

journey can be found at thereandbackcanada.ca.

“A healthy mind and healthy body really creates the healthy spirit that we all so sorely need,” said Redmond. “That’s what this trip is all about.”

During his time in the area, Redmond spent the night camping near Lamont before continuing on to Mundare, where he made a stop to check out the famous sausage. This is not his first time crossing the country. Redmond has previously walked and bicycled across Canada, and is now adding a run to that list, continuing his journey back toward the East Coast.

COME AND ENJOY THE GOOD NEWS

Len Lindstrom is a well-known International Evangelist with a burning passion to reach lost eternal souls through purpose driven ministry backed by the power and presence of the Holy Spirit.

Voted (1973) - “Most Likely to Succeed and Least Likely to Ever Get Saved” - Len had an encounter with Jesus Christ while reading a book in 1975, and was dramatically transformed.

Evangelist Len Lindstrom

June 5th to 7th @ 7pm nightly Tofield Community Hall 5309 50th St., Tofield, AB FOR INFO CALL: (587) 982-3341

SEE THE CROWD THROUGH GOD’S EYES - EVERY PERSON A PRECIOUS ETERNAL SOUL

Please notice the vast crowds that come to hear Evangelist Len Lindstrom preach the good news that Jesus Christ, born of a virgin, took on a human body, died on the cross, was buried, and rose from the dead for the forgiveness of sins for all who will believe. Len Lindstrom and his supporters have been faithful to the call of God, to go and make disciples of all nations. He has been giving the message of God's written word now for nearly fifty years, in over 140 countries. Len has reason to believe that over 12 million people have believed this message of God's written word, the Bible. He has witnessed God confirming this written word with tens of thousands of miracles of love. This is a repetition of the ministry of Jesus, during the time He walked this earth. Jesus said in the Gospel of John 14:12, Truly, Truly I say to you, he who believes in me, the works that I do shall he do also, and greater works than these shall he do because I go to the Father. COME AND BE RICHLY BLESSED

BY GRANT JOHNSON

The Village of Andrew Council has passed its final 2026 budget, tax bylaw, and a new utility bylaw that includes several rate changes for residents.

water system maintenance and upgrades.

About 14 kids showed up for the Lamont Fish and Game Association 3-D Archery shoot May 23. Malcolm Engman, 11, came out with his grandfather to give the sport a try for the first time. Organizers weren’t happy with the turnout but admitted they had some ideas to promote it better for next year. This was the first time the Fish and Game Association had hosted the 3-D archery event. Village of Andrew approves budget increases with requisitions going up

The operating budget is up 5.49 per cent compared to 2025.

For the average residential property, this works out to about an $18 per month increase in municipal taxes.

Much of the increase comes from rising costs and higher contributions to outside agencies.

Police funding went up by 10 per cent, and the Waste Management Commission increased by eight per cent. Education taxes and seniors housing requisitions also increased.

Council also approved a two per cent cost-ofliving adjustment, along with higher spending on oil and gas-related costs due to price increases.

On the capital side, the main project is the 51 Avenue sewer line replacement, which will upgrade aging infrastructure.

Other approved spending includes about $20,000 for grader and skid steer repairs, and around $10,000 for diver work needed to clean the water plant and lagoons.

Council also increased funding for parks to improve beautification in the community and set aside money to replenish reserve funds for future needs.

Public works will receive additional safety and specialized training.

A new utility bylaw was also passed. It includes a new $3 per month water reserve fee to help pay for future

Help us celebrate Chipman’s National Hall’s 100 year Anniversary. Ukrainian Dinner & Dance August 22, 2026

The Village will be hosting a Ukrainian Dinner & Dance on August 22, 2026 to honour this amazing milestone. We are looking for your pictures, story or memorabilia from throughout the years to help us celebrate and share in the Halls history. If you have items or stories you would like to share, contact Shana McIntyre at chipmannationalhall@gmail.com or 780.909.5360, or the Village Office 780.363.3982. PO Box 176, Chipman, Alberta T0B 0W0