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Vol. 10, No. 20, Tuesday, March 17, 2015

CN Train and grain truck collide in Lamont

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Lamont firefighters were called to respond to a collision at the railway crossing at the intersection just north of Secondary Highway 15 crossing Secondary Highway 831 at 6:41 p.m. Lamont Fire Chief John Helton said the train collided with the truck. Fortunately, the driver of the truck was not injured in the collision.

A crane had to be brought in to remove the wreckage and firefighters left the scene at 10:15 p.m. The cause of the crash is still under investigation.

2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Lamont council disappointed over CIBC closure Michelle Pinon Editor

Lamont town council authorized administration to send a letter to CIBC on its behalf regarding the impending closure of the local branch that has been a part of the community for more than 100 years.

Council unanimously voted in favour of the recommendation that was made by Chief Administrative Officer Sandi Maschmeyer in a written report.

Coun. Dave Taylor said he did have several residents express their concerns and disappointment over the closure which is slated for July 24, 2015. “Some felt it was a disservice to them as life long customers.”

Coun.

Doug Pewarchuk pointed out that, “When a corporation like that makes a decision like that, it is typically a done deal.”

Pewarchuk did agree, however, that sending a letter to CIBC would be in order. “I’m in agreement with sending a let-

ter....but it will have no real effect,” added Pewarchuk.

Coun.

Debra Dunsmore was also in favour of the town sending a letter, and noted that a lot of the elders in town will need support through this transition phase.

Mayor Bill Skinner said seniors have expressed their disappointment to him. “I personally feel we should send a letter expressing our displeasure and disappointment,” stated Skinner.

Coun.

Dunsmore asked deputy CAO Elaine Milliken, who was attending the meeting on behalf of Maschmeyer, to see a copy of the letter before it is sent out.

Milliken nodded to her in agreement.

At the March 12th meeting of the Lamont and District Chamber of Commerce members voted in favour of sending a letter to CIBC to voice its displeasure over the corporation’s recent decision.

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It’s that time of year when diversion is a necessary stop gap measure to prevent flooding as evidenced here on the corner of 47 St. and 50 Ave. in Chipman on Tuesday, March 3rd.

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Steven is survived by his loving wife, Sharisse; two daughters, Lexi and Ally, both of St. Michael, AB; parents, Mitchell and Rosalie of Fort Saskatchewan; one brother, Shaun (Melissa) of Fort Saskatchewan, AB; two sisters, Sabrina (Michael) Logan of Stony Plain, AB and Lisa (Cody) Plante of Calgary, AB; parents-in-law, Ken and Royanne Hewko of St. Michael, AB; two sisters-in-law, Tammy and Crystal; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Michael.

Funeral Service was held Saturday, March 14 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Michael Recreation Centre, St. Michael, AB where Pastor Ron Wurtz and Reverend Al McNeil officiated. Cremation followed. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to the Ally and Lexi Trust Fund, c/o P.O. Box 1152, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 or Military Minds, 54 Wessinger Drive, Barrie, ON L4N 8R3.

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From Where I Sit: Say Cheese

By Hazel Anaka When a child is first born into a family everything changes. A couple becomes parents; their parents become grandparents. Everyone’s cameras come out to capture every smile, every move, every nuance in expression the infant makes.

We are fascinated by the miracle of life. The ten perfect fingers and toes; the eyes, ears, mouth that work as they should. The incredible softness of the skin. The fragility of the bones and weak little neck.

The parents make sure all the shots are up-todate and the medical appointments measuring percentiles for ‘everything’ --–height, weight, head circumference, more---are kept.

Vitamins, supplements, and the purest, most healthy diet are what this new life needs to thrive.

We all become aware of potential hazards and threats to the wellbeing of this helpless being. Is someone smoking within a mile of this precious child? Is this the right car seat, stroller, soother, approved toy for baby?

Are little Johnny and Julie wearing bike helmets and protective gear for every sport?

Our fascination with this young life grows as she/he does.

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Of course, none of this is fair or right. But neither is it malicious. It just is. Families get busier and have more responsibilities; they’re juggling more balls. The new additions are loved.

They will grow into their own unique little selves.

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Maybe the best we can do is single out these second and subsequent children for special outings and one on one time.

Documenting it with a photo wouldn’t hurt either from where I sit.

During last fall’s hunting season, Vegreville RCMP assisted Alberta Fish and Wildlife Enforcement with additional Wildlife Act compliance patrols in the area. While conducting these patrols and checking hunters, RCMP laid a number of charges of drug possession, impaired driving, child seat violations, driving uninsured vehicles, as well as Wildlife Act offences. Having a loaded gun in a vehicle, improper tagging of game and hunting without a license were just a few of the Wildlife Act offences found during these patrols.

Cst Curtis Harsulla of the Vegreville RCMP says, “Most hunters and landowners were surprised, but also happy to see police in the area checking up on the activities of the hunting season.

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4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Opinion Rites of spring What came first? The return of the geese or the return of the election sign?

Well, it was a close call, but current PC MLA Jacquie Fenske ‘s election sign was on display during Premier Jim Prentice’s recent visit to Lamont clipped the mighty Canada Goose sighting this past week by a feather.

Perhaps the person who deserves a feather in her cap is current Edmonton-Centre Liberal MLA Laurie Blakeman who announced this past Friday, March 13, that she would be the riding’s candidate for the Liberals, the Alberta Party and the Green Party.

I thought, is that even possible? To me the move was unheard of,

for others the decision was rare. But is it legal?

Not according to the Alberta election law.

Apparently, Blakeman expects the PC’s to win a vast majority of Alberta’s 87 provincial seats in the next election. Blakeman told reporters in the Legislature, “I started into this because I was deeply concerned that we, Alberta, would end up with over 80 seats that were going to a party that had run up more debt than any other party in Alberta ever.”

So, I thought to myself, she is going to leave her options open and decide at a later date which party’s banner she will run under.

But, evidently not, because she confirmed she would be running

as a Liberal candidate.

After the election, however, she could join and represent another party. It is definitely a confusing strategy for most voters to grasp, but it does send an interesting message. As one eligible voter told me over the weekend, anyone other than a PC would be better for the province.

After more than 40 years of Tory rule, I am just as curious as the next person to see if the majority of the seats in the Legislature will be filled with NDP, Wildrose, Liberal or Green Party members?

When all of the mudslinging is over, it will be interesting to see who cleans up the best.

Letters to the Editor: CIBC branch closure Dear Editor: As a banking client of the Lamont branch of the CIBC, walking into the building I have always found the staff to be: Friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, have a great work ethic, community involvement, sensitive to the needs of elderly clients, helpful in problem solving, great financial advisors, knowledgeable on banking products, keep us up-to-date on changes and they put the client first: in short, striving to live up to the Corporate Bank’s slogan “For What Matters”.

Our accounts will be, if we, the consumer, choose to remain a cor-

porate customer, transferred to a branch outside of our community and in fact our county, where we may be transformed from a recognized person to an anonymous “sir” or “madam”. The nearest branches of the CIBC are either 30 minutes west or 45 minutes east. The elderly customers will now have the ‘convenience’ of finding a ride to another town or city to address an issue with a fixed income and bill payments. Either that or simply go on-line after their computer purchase and class to learn the art of patience as they sit for half an hour on tech support. Merchants who deal with cash sales...well, that’s for

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them to figure out. I could go on, but space must be left for others to use to express their views.

For the decision makers looking out of their office window in a faraway city, who must deal with juggling the daily ebb and flow of millions of dollars, to inconvenience a whole community in rural Alberta after being a good corporate member for over 100 years. I must ask why?

With global profits in the billions, maybe it just doesn’t make sense.

Sincerely, Gary Harrold Near Lamont Alberta

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Dear Editor, As many in the Lamont and area, I am feeling the potential, upcoming loss of our Lamont branch of the CIBC The staff members are wonderfully knowledgeable and friendly and know me by name. They have helped me get a small business up and running and I bank with this branch with pride in knowing I am greeted and who I am matters. I moved my personal banking away from another institution and was in the process of combining accounts.

Other family members opened accounts here in Lamont as well.

Michelle Pinon Editor

The staff in this branch saved my life with their medical knowledge and speed of actions when I went into anaphylactic shock after a wasp sting this past year.

Now, whilst I can deposit cheques via edeposit, many of my photography clients pay with cash. I will now need to either drive to Fort Saskatchewan or Vegreville a major increase in my gas expenditures. I will also need to take the time and the trouble to notify my direct deposits and my automatic payments of a new transit number and possibly a new account.

accounts but I can be vocal. We count in rural Alberta. Small business counts in rural Alberta.

Yes I realize that from a position from a corporate office, this branch building may need repairs, but it also has a historic significance in this town.

I would like to see the Town of Lamont, Lamont County and our local Chamber of Commerce express their opinions. We just can’t roll over and let this happen.

Jocelyn Harrold Near Lamont Alberta

I am but a small client of CIBC, with several

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Shards of glass and metal debris were strewn all over the front entrance to the Lamont Value Drug Mart early Tuesday morning following a break in. Several customers were spotted making u-turns after seeing the damage that was done, and the Closed sign that was posted on a small shopping cart in front of the business which is located on main street.

The owner declined to comment publicly, and the RCMP did not provide any details to the Lamont Leader prior to deadline.

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6 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 17, 2015

Dark drama sheds light on child abuse issue Lamont High drama students offer up engaging performances Michelle Pinon Editor

Audience members gasped during the scenes of physical violence as they were played out on stage during the gripping production Big Boys Don’t Cry on Wednesday, March 11th in the Lamont High School gymnasium.

The emotional force of the play was just as impactful as members of the audience, about 150 in total, were transported into the lives of Ethel, Guy, and Lenny Barnes and had a first hand glimpse at the events and circumstances that led up to a riveting conclusion.

With the use of flashbacks, the audience viewed the troubled lives of Ethel Barnes, (Natalie Laronde), her husband Guy Barnes, (Tyson Biluachuk) and their step-son Lenny Barnes, (Apollo Barnes); and how physical abuse and alcohol abuse, affect each and everyone of them. Just when you think the ending will be predictable, their is a last minute twist that sheds an entirely different light during the courtroom drama that has tragic consequences for all three members of the Barnes family.

The audience is given snapshots into the family’s tortured existence on the home front as well as school, and the consequences that are brought to bear when schoolmates, a teacher, medical personnel, and caseworker are drawn into the story and called upon

to offer expert testimony during the trial.

Brain damage, broken hearts, and lost souls are all left in the wake of it all as everyone struggles to come to grips with the pain anguish of the chilling crime called child abuse.

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16/60 Hockey League results: Max Kokotyn gets five goals in Mundare Novice win over Leduc KERRY ANDERSON Mundare Novice lost to Thorhild 6-3 and 7-2 March 8 and 9 respectively, and then on Saturday soundly beat Leduc 3B 12-1 in playoff action. Max Kokotyn scored all five goals for Mundare in the Thorhild series. Cooper McNiven and Kevin Bartsch picked up assists. In Leduc, Kokotyn scored five more times. Also having good games were; Karlee Patrie 2g 2a, McNiven 2g 1a, Kaelix McLellan 1g 1a, Makena Yeske 2a, and Austin Patrie 2g. Riley Warawa picked up the win in goal.

Lamont Novice was scheduled to play Sturgeon on Monday after press deadline, and then play game two of their series this Sunday.

After beating Thorsby 4-3 and 5-3, Mundare Atoms lost a close twogame total goals playoff series to Drayton Valley 4-3 on March 10 in Mundare and 2-2 Wednesday at Drayton Valley. On March 10,

down 4-1 going into the third period Mundare scored two late goals to get the game to within one and create an exciting finish despite the loss. Emerson Jarvis scored a goal and assisted on two others for Mundare. Also scoring were; Brandon Kowal 1g, Jaycee McNiven 1g, and Colton Euchuk 1a. The second game of the series was every bit as exciting, as Drayton Valley took a 2-1 lead into the third when Nathin Bartsch scored to tie the game 9:15 into the third period. That set up a thrilling finish as Mundare desperately tried to get the win to tie the series. Jarvis also got a goal for Mundare.

Assists went to Kowal (2).

Lamont Atoms lost to Leduc 4-2 on Saturday at Lamont Arena, after taking a 2-0 lead into the third frame. Adam Yuke and Mason Oshust scored for Lamont, while Hunter Neufeld picked up the only assist.

Andrew Pee Wees won the first game of its two

game total goals series with Strathcona 6-5 on March 11, and played on Sunday but no score was reported. In game one, Andrew was down 5-3 when they charged back with three goals in the second half of the third to pluck the win from the jaws of defeat. Carter Sidor scored two goals and picked up an assist for Andrew. Other scorers were; Devon Hamaliuk 1g, Breck Hrehorets 1g 1a, Colby Yaremie 1g, Dylan Hennig 1g, and Haylee McNiven 1a.

Lamont Pee Wees took on Onoway in its final on Saturday but were beaten 10-3. The teams were tied 3-3 after the first frame but Onoway scored six unanswered goals to defeat the visitors. Lamont scorers were; Ethan Zago 2g, Brady Pelrine 1a, and Max Farrell 1g 1a. The teams were scheduled to play game two on Sunday but no score was posted.

Lamont Bantams were eliminated from playoffs

by Barrhead 6-3 and 4-1

on March 7 and 8.

Lamont Midgets downed Devon 4-2 on Friday and Drayton Valley 7-6 on Sunday in the consolation playoffs.

In Friday's game in Lamont, Devon led 2-0 after one when Lamont Midgets made its charge with four straight goals for the win. Brylan Kolotylo got three assists in the game, while Alex Woitas scored twice.

utes to play. However, with only 25 seconds left Justin Marler completed his hat trick when he scored the winner to preserve the victory. Others getting on the scoresheet were; Foulds 1a, Kolotylo 3a, Taylor Kucharski 1g 2a, Palahniuk 1g 1a, Zach Janes 1g, Katie Antoniuk 2a, and Woitas 1g.

Others getting on the scoresheet were; Steward Foster 1a, Jake Farrell 1g 1a, Nate Foulds 1a, Justin Marler 1a, and Lane Palahniuk 1g.

Joel MacKenzie picked up the win in goal with 32 saves.

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Plains Bison from Elk Island to be re-introduced in Banff National Park Michelle Pinon Editor

Tell Me If You Know Who tells the birds to gather And sends them on their way?

Unerringly they fly their course Hundreds of miles away.

They reach a land far distant, And for a season stay.

They don’t plan their strategy Or their route by night and day.

They don’t employ an engineer To get their coordinates right.

So was the universe created By the One who planned migrations flight?

What is the thing called instinct?

Did it come about by chance?

How does the little honeybee Choreograph its waggle dance?

Who designed the peacocks plumage, Are all those colors just for show?

Or was there an artist’s hand at work?

Tell me if you know.

Who tossed the stars in the heavens And told them when to glow?

Who stationed the sun and moon in place Tell me if you know.

All tall oak tree, a blade of grass, Why the impetus to grow?

Who cordoned off the ocean?

Tell me if you know.

When did mountains pierce the sky And the rivers in the gorges flow?

Who planted the pine along its banks?

Tell me if you know.

There’s a mystery called emotion The range of which is so immense.

From faint stirrings of tenderness To feelings that grow so intense.

And love is the greatest emotion Encircling like wings of a dove, Nourishing thirsty human souls Could it come from the Source of Love?

What force within a tiny seed Causes a plant to grow?

Where did that spark of life come from?

Tell me if you know.

Who taught the robin how to sing And penned the whippoorwill’s song Perhaps there is a heavenly maestro Who directs the angelic throng.

And when this life has ended With its rhymic ebb and flow, If you know from whence all life came Do you know where you will go?

Marilyn Pruss

Elk Island National Park (EINP) will play another hand in history in the coming years with the reintroduction of the historic plains bison to Banff National Park.

The official announcement was made on Friday, March 6th by MP Black Richards on behalf of Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister Responsible for Parks Canada.

The initiative, which is part of Canada’s National Conservation Plan (NCP), will reintroduce a small herd of plains bison in Banff National Park.

Mark Merchant, acting public relations and communications officer with Parks Canada, said between 30 to 50 plains bison calves and mature cows from EINP will be reintroduced into Banff National Park in 2017 if everything goes according to plan.

“The source herd will be from EINP,” confirmed Merchant during a telephone interview. “It will take one to two years to get the land in place, and make the necessary preparations for their new home. “The earliest they will be in place is 2017—if all goes well,” added Merchant.

EINP has been the source herd for conservation re-introductions of plains bison in Canada, and ‘Bison Belong’ is a Banff National Park project. Back in 2010, Banff National Park, through its management plan, made a commitment to “Reintroduce a breeding population of the extirpated plains bison, a keystone species that has been absent from the park since its establishment.”

Under Park Canada’s Conservation and Restoration program, $7.3 million over five years has been committed for a project that will reintroduce a herd of plains bison in Banff National Park.

There are several important reasons for the

PHOTO COURTESY OF PARCS CANADA

Between 30 to 50 Plains Bison will be re-introduced in Banff National Park sometime in 2017 according to officials.

return of the plains bison to Banff National Park.

Those reasons were outlined in the plan which includes: ecological restoration, cultural reconnection and inspiring discovery.

According to background information supplied by Parks Canada, “Historically, bison played a key role in the ecosystem and were a dominant herbivore in the area of what is now Banff National Park.

Through their grazing and physical disturbance of vegetation and soil, bison helped create and maintain the patchwork of meadows, grasslands and other open habitats

upon which they, and many other animals and plants, depend.

“Bison, were also a food resource for predators and scavengers.

Similarly, decomposing bison carcasses provided a flush of nutrients for soil micro-organisms and plants. Restoring bison is an important step toward restoring the full diversity of the species and natural processes to Banff’s ecosystem, and to delivering on a core element of Parks Canada’s mandate.”

Culturally, restoring bison to the landscape, would restore cultural connections that have been lost for more than a

century. Reintroducing bison to Banff National Park, would provide visitors with the opportunity to appreciate and learn about the full range of native species.

The document went on to state, “Bison are inspirational, not only because of their impressive size and power, but as ecosystem engineers and cultural icons of our landscape. Successfully restoring this keystone species in Banff will enrich opportunities for visitors, neighbours and the public at large to learn about their heritage and join Parks Canada in the reintroduction journey.

It’s time to...

Play ball Lamont Minor Ball is gearing up for the 2015 baseball season!

Please join us for our registration nights on March 24 & 25, 2015 at Lamont Elementary School from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. (during parent teacher interviews)

T-Ball – ages 7 & under ($60.00) Rookie – ages 8 & 9 ($65.00) Mosquito – ages 10 & 11 ($65.00) Peewee – ages 12 & 13 ($65.00) Bantam – ages 14 & 15 ($65.00) Midget – ages 16, 17 & 18 ($65.00)

Volunteers Needed!

Contact Judy @ 780-895-7471 or Cara @ 780-579-3955

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 17, 2015 - 9

Lamont County council approves fire training centre funding Michelle Pinon Editor

Lamont County council was asked to approve a funding request by Fire Chief and Emergency Services Coordinator Randy Siemens for engineering services on the proposed Fire Training Centre in Chipman.

Siemens, who brought forward a request for decision (RFD) asking for $12,407 from the 2015 operations budget to cover the review of the site and the initial fire

training structure set up by engineers.

According to the RFD, the review would also include structural analysis of the proposed sea can structure, detailed connection design between the sea cans, preparation of fabrication and construction drawings between the sea cans, as well as a field review following construction of each structure.

Siemens went on to state that an engineer had come out previously, and had given him a quote for $19,000. Since

then, Siemens said he dropped the tower portion from the design, but added some safety items to the drawing.

Siemens, who was present in council chambers during the item of business, said it was originally his hope the county would not have to pay for any engineering costs, but that was not the case due to safety and liability issues.

Council voted unanimously in favour of attaining the services of M c E l h a n n e y Engineering.

Council authorizes trailer purchase Michelle Pinon Editor

Office space for the temporary county fire hall in Chipman was another order of business for Lamont Council Council to grapple with on March 10th.

“With the move of the fire service to the Chipman grader shop there is a need for an office space free from exhaust fumes,” stated Randy Siemens, Fire Chief and Emergency Services Co-ordinator.

In Siemens report to council, he spoke of the need for enough space for computer devices and filing of reports.

“The reason for mobility was in the event we have a large incident within the county; this office space could be moved with a pickup to another location to serve as a mobile command post.”

The trailer would be 16 feet by eight feet, heated with propane and con-

nected to a power source with a 30 amp. plug. “It is easily moved around the site if location is unsuitable to public works. We will be forced to share accommodations for at least the next year, and are now practicing to fit three units into one bay along with equipment and bunker gear racks.

Meetings will require units to be placed outside, folding tables and chairs set up and taken down each time. In addition to these inconveniences the station will be storing most of their equipment in one of the sea containers. At some time in the future the unit may remain a mobile command unit or be sold.”

Siemens estimated the cost of the trailer to be $4,600. Insurance and license plate fees would be required as well as propane and electrical charges to operate.

Council unanimously approved the expenditure.

PHOTO COURTESY OF ANDREW SCHOOL

Every year, as St. Patrick’s Day approaches, leprechauns become a nuisance at Andrew School.

These little creatures have been up to much mischief and the call went out to students to build traps. A few have been constructed with the promise of more on the way.

PHOTO AND DRAWING COURTESY OF LAMONT COUNTY

Sea containers for Lamont County’s Fire Training Centre in Chipman were installed late last year, and now plans are moving ahead for the state of the art facility.

Pure Yoga Studio is a brand new yoga studio that opened Feb 2015.

We have built an amazing team of instructors who will provide exceptional yoga to the people of Fort Saskatchewan and the surrounding communities. Pure’s vision is to make yoga accessible, and to purify your health and wellness. Pure offers hot, warm and non-heated yoga classes. For more information on class types and schedules check us out on Facebook or our website at Facebook.www.pureyogastudioinc.com

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 17, 2015 - 10

Historic building gets a new lease on life

Plenty of memories were made around these tables in Zhoda, and now more will be made thanks to a new group of volunteers.

Michelle Pinon Editor

Al Ropchan and Orest Homeniuk have one important thing in common.

In fact, this commonality is what recently brought them together.

Both gentleman had their wedding reception in Zhoda Hall in the 1970’s. While Ropchan has had to back away from his commitment to the community centre, Homeniuk will be stepping up to keep this place a strong and vibrant place in the future .

“The executive was worn out and needed a break,” says Homeniuk, who offered to get the hall back up in running after he heard about it’s possible dissolution in early February.

Taking charge is not something new for Homeniuk, who took the Brookville Hall, that was on the verge of closing eight years ago, to a vibrant venue that plays host to dances, markets, meetings, reunions, weddings, educational courses and other special events year round.

Homeniuk is convinced the same thing can happen at Zhoda Hall. Aside from himself, Homeniuk has a

slate of executive members who are “gun ho and ambitious, and computer savvy” and ready to make improvements to the hall and get some activities and special events going.

“I’m really pleased to have hall status,” says Homeniuk, as it gives the community centre association the opportunity to be able to apply for grants. The roof has to be repaired, windows fixed, walls painted and good cleaning to be done; but Homeniuk and his fellow volunteers are up to the challenge.

He is also welcoming, anyone and everyone else living in the area to sign up and get involved in the hall. Homeniuk says they are asking for input and ideas, and to that end, a meeting will be held Wednesday, March 25th at 7 p.m. at the hall.

“My parents were members of the hall,” adds Homeniuk, who grew up in the Mundare area. Ropchan’s family also has ties to the hall.

“Our family has lots of history there. Most of our family functions were held there,” adds Ropchan.

In fact, Ropchan’s sister June was also married in the hall. When June married Stan Woloshniak on July

rried were ma n a h c p arol Ro Al and C , 1970.

15 on Aug.

1, 1961, it was only the second wedding in the hall that was officially opened in November of that year.

Al and June’s parents held their 50th wedding anniversary in the hall.

He also recalls family reunions, graduation parties, bingos, etc. In fact, the last function to be held at the hall was Green Sunday, a special occasion to celebrate the end of the spring planting season that was booked by the Farus family.

Long before Zhoda Hall was a hall, it was a school. Back on May 10, 1906, it was the site of the Zhoda School District. M. Farus, a school trustee at the time as well as Robert Stewart, borrowed $800 to build a one room school at Township Road 552 (Midway Road) between Range Road 160 and 161.

In 1926 a new two room school was built on the property as well as a teacherage and coal shed. It served as a school until its closing in 1952. The building stood vacant until 1955. In November of 1955, the community association, headed by President George Farris, Vice President Bill Pipella, and Secretary-Treasurer purchased the school

Orest a marrie nd Jeanne tt d on J une 2 e Homeniu 1, 197 k wer e 5.

and site for $160 from the Lamont School District. There were a total of 47 members of the association who were charged a $10 membership fee to raise the funds to purchase the building and property.

In May of 1961 a kitchen and dining room was added on, and Ropchan said according to records, 36 members contributed to that. The hall was well used from the sixties to the eighties, but with a lack of running water or indoor toilets, bookings were few and far between.

Several improvements and upgrades are being planned for the hall, and Homeniuk is confident that the place will thrive again. Just like Field of Dreams, Homeniuk says, “If you have a place they will come.”

Ropchan is pleasantly surprised by the change of plans for the hall, and is excited to think of the memories that will be created and shared in the months and years ahead. There’s no doubt these two gentlemen will cross paths again in the hall that holds, and will continue to hold special memories for them and others.

A model of the former school, made by former student Alex Hudema was placed in the kitchen of the hall.

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3 cemetery plots in beautifully maintained Glenwood Memorial Gardens, Sherwood Park. Each plot can be used for 1 traditional burial OR 1 traditional/2 cremations OR 3 cremations. Plots can be sold individually or as a group.

Retail price is $6079 but we are asking $5575. Call (780) 903-2686 (anytime) or (780) 953-2806 (evenings & weekends).

TM09-11p ________________________ For Sale - 2003 Pontiac Sunfire. $2,000 or best offer.

Phone Alex at 780- 524-7422 11-12p ________________________ 2 Swivel black leather bar stools, like new. $75 each.

Call 780-662-2148.

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Viking Meats requires part time help 2 to 3 days a week and student for part time after school position. Apply in person. tfn p ________________________ Experienced Class 1 Gravel truck driver needed, approx May 1/15. Quad wagon or tridem end dump experience needed. Drop off Resume to Tofield Transit Mix, 4915-49 Ave. Tofield, AB. Or call Sandy 780-6623330. This is a possible year round position. TM11tfnc ________________________ KILLAM RECREATION BOARD INVITATION TO TENDER The Killam Recreation Board is accepting tenders to contract the Agri-Plex Concession. This position will begin on April 30, 2015.

Tender packages will be available to pick up at the Town of Killam Administration Office.

All tenders must be sealed and clearly marked “AgriPlex Concession Tender” and delivered to the Town of Killam Administration Office at 4923-50st. Box 189 Killam Alberta T0B-2L0.

For more information please call Charlene at the Town Office at 780-3853977. The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.

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HELP WANTED OFFICE CLEANING REQUIRED - Ritchie Agencies Insurance Ltd / The Cooperators in Viking is hiring for weekly office janitorial work. Approximately 3 hours per week.

To apply please email todd_ritchie@cooperators.ca or call 780-336-1180. 11tfnc ________________________ The Kinsella Rec & Ag Society is currently accepting applications for summer (May to August) employment. Duties will include grounds keeping, maintenance and janitorial work to be done Mon. - Fri. in a (30 - 40 hr) work week at a wage of $14 per hour.

Must be at least 16 years of age, able to follow instructions and work well on their own.

For more information phone Kelly at 780-3365518. Email applications to: koverbo@mcsnet.ca Application deadline April 1, 2015 11-12c ________________________ Parts person wanted at Tofield Napa Auto Parts.

Parts or mechanical experience in the automotive field required. Call Tom or Darryl @ 780-662-3212 before dropping off resume.

TM04-tfnc ________________________ Experienced Class 3 mixer truck driver needed, approx May 1/15. Will need to work some Saturdays. Drop off Resume to Tofield Transit Mix, 4915-49 Ave. Tofield, AB. Or call Sandy 780-662-3330. This is a possible year round position.

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GARAGE SALE Sat., March 21. 5415 - 50 St. Viking. 9 a.m. start.

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LIVESTOCK Purebred Black Angus bulls for sale. Heifer and cow bulls available. Call 780986-9088.

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MEMORIAM In memory of Gerald Keeler Died March 17, 2014 in the Tofield Hospital.

He was an Elks member for many years.

Lovingly remembered by wife Pat, daughters Sharon (Curt) and Yvonne, and son Jimmy (Teresa) 11p ________________________

REAL ESTATE 80 Acres for Sale #2 soil on TWP Rd 573 1/2 mile west of RR 192. $260,000. MLS E3398560 Kim Stubbs RE/MAX River City 7 8 0 - 9 7 4 - 3 3 5 7 kimstubbs@remax.net LL05-14p

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8.5 Acres, 7 miles southwest of Killam. 3760 sq ft ranch style home. 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 fireplaces. New roof, flooring, bathrooms, countertops, tile, and appliances. Barn, shed, serviced shop. $549,000 comfree.com/459392 realtor.ca – C3640678 780-385-8686 CP40tfn ________________________ FOR SALE - Viking Villas, 1080 square feet, 2 bedroom with developed basement, 3 bathrooms, beautiful cabinetry throughout, sliding door to covered patio, all appliances, attached heated garage. Open to offers.

Low condo fees. Call 780385-5702 for more information or to view.

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SERVICES Massage and Reflexology 1 hour treatments. Marge 780-662-3066.

TM33tfn ________________________ Roy’s Handyman Services.

Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. 780-6620146 or 780-232-3097. TMtfn ________________________ Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087, Sedgewick. CPtfn ________________________ Bark Avenue Dog Grooming. All breeds, open early mornings, some evenings and Saturdays. Call Loriann between 9 am & 6 pm 780662-3099.

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THANK YOU I would like to thank the Tofield Community for all the condolences and for their support in the passing of Larry Demeria. Sorry it has taken me so long to say thank you.

Louise Demeria & Family TM11p

THANK YOU Thank you to my kids and Harold for a wonderful 75th Birthday Party. Thank you to everyone who came and/or sent cards, you were what made it so special. Also thanks to Food With Flair for the excellent food. Thanks again everyone!

Maxine Carter CP11p ________________________ The family of Joe Tucker extends sincere thanks for all the kindness and support we have received during the passing of our husband, father and grandfather. Special thanks to the staff at the Bethany Group Rosehaven facility for your loving care of Joe; to Pastors John Rowlett and Mark Bueckert, the ladies who served the lunch, and all those who participated in and attended the memorial service. Your donations, food, hugs, flowers, prayers and kind words have been a comfort to us. God bless you all.

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WANTED Looking to buy an older home in Tofield, willing to pay fair market price. Call in evenings 780-662-4669, ask for Jim. TM11-12p ________________________ Jigsaw puzzles 1,000, 750, 500, or 300, all pieces there.

Can be dropped off at Beaverhill apartments 5860 50th Street. Leave them at the front door. Thank you!

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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), March 17, 2015 - 15

M U N D A R E ’S

Music Workshop participants celebrate important 10 year milestone in style Michelle Pinon Editor

Charlie Gargus

U K R A I N I A N

for organizers Debby and Charlie Gargus, who have organized the event for the last decade.

The Gargus’ say it is the last year they will be organizing the music workshop and concert that The 10th annual Ukrainian Music Workshop in has attracted on average 40 students and 150 conMundare on Saturday, March 7th was bittersweet cert goers since its inception.

The couple also said this year’s workshop, likely the last one, was “another testament to a good idea,” and students as well as guests all had fun. The workshop is also a testament to Gargus’ commitment to the Ukrainian culture, its music and inherent traditions.

Both Charlie and Debby are always amazed at how much a student can learn in a half day workshop. The musicians learn three new songs during the workshop, and all of their hard work and commitment come to fruition during the evening concert which lasts two hours on average.

The grand finale was just as impressive, and it was good to see the camaraderie and MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS love of music evidenced in the smiles and Debby Gargus, left, chats following the concert with a couspirits of the students, teachers, organizers ple of music workshop participants. Debby and her husand volunteers who made the event so band Charlie have organized the event for the past 10 memorable. years in Mundare.

Brent Babiuk

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These violinists performed beautifully during the evening concert, along with several other groups of students who participated in the half day musical workshop in Mundare on Saturday, March 7th.

Miranda Kroeker

W O R K S H O P

Bandora Musician Andrij Hornjatkevyc

Besides terrific music, there were several light-hearted moments during the evening concert.

16 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, March 17, 2015

ORDER BY THE VEHICLE WEIGHT COMMITTEE Order No. 01-2015 Defining Maximum Allowable Weights Permitted on Certain County Roads Pursuant to the authority granted under the provisions of By-Law No. 449/87, the Vehicle Weight Committee orders that effective March 11, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. percentage axle weights for Municipal Roads are:

Appeal by March 23, 2015 Take notice that the following permits for proposed development as described below have been issued in accordance with the Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 675/07.

1. Legal Description: NE 21-56-20-W4 & SE 28-56-20-W4 Land Use: Heartland Industrial (HI) Proposal: 127.92 ha. (316 acres) sand & gravel pit extraction.

Permit No.: 002-15 2. Legal Description: Plan 8621724, Lot A (in NW 30-54-18 W4) Land Use: Industrial/Commercial (IC) Proposal: Storage yard for R.V.’s, vehicles, industrial/commercial equipment, highway transport trucks, trailers & C-Cans for approximately 100 units.

Permit No.: 005-15 3. Legal Description: Plan 1123803, Block 1, Lot 2 (in SSW 3554-16-W4) Land Use: Agricultural (A) Proposal: Construct a 16 ft. x 34 ft. building with washroom facility & an attached 8 ft. x 34 ft. covered deck for the storage of gardening tools & equipment.

Permit No.: 009-15

This order rescinds Order number 03-2014 and shall remain in effect until futher notice. Please be advised that Lamont County will not be issuing agricultural exemptions to road bans at this time.

For information on roads under Provincial Jurisdiction visit: www.transportation.alberta.ca

4. Legal Description: NW 4-57-20-W4 Land Use: Heartland Agricultural (HA) Proposal: 10 ha. (25 acres) stripping & grading site Permit No.: 012-15 Additional Information For additional information regarding these permits, please contact the Planning and Development Department at (780) 895-2233.

Council Notes from the March 10, 2015 Council Meeting

LCES has requested the County purchase Fire Pro 2 by Appeal Ingenious Software for $10,184, plus additional IT costs.

Council deferred making a decision until the upcoming budget The Land Use Bylaw provides that the person applying for the Administration Building Renovations Re-tendering permit or affected by the order, or any other person affected meeting on March 24.

The previous tender made in the October 2014 was rejected by an order, decision or development permit of a as only one tender was received; it was agreed that a retender Development Authority may appeal to the Subdivision and Office Trailer for Chipman Fire Department would be done in spring 2015. The current climate for With the move of the LCES Fire Department in Chipman to the Development Appeal Board within fourteen (14) days after the tendering is considered to be very favorable, therefore. date of notice.

Chipman grader shop, LCES is in need of office space away Lamont County will initiate the tendering process with WSP. from exhaust and out of the way of Public Works. LCES The May Council meeting will be rescheduled to May 5, as Appeal Fee - $200.00 requests the purchase of a furnished mobile office space for Council needs to submit a letter of intent to proceed to the $4600, plus the cost of operations (propane and electricity). chosen contractor by May 7, with work to begin May 11.

Council agreed to purchase the trailer for LCES Chipman Department.

2015 Title Designation for Deputy Chief Al Klassen, current Captain of the Bruderheim Fire Request for Support Letter for Conductive Energy Weapon Department, has in the past been under contract for Lamont Standard First Aid – Level A, B, C CPR & AGP (Taser) for Peace Officer County Emergency services, often performing the duties of a The Peace Officer has requested that Lamont County provide Deputy Chief. It is requested that the title of Deputy Chief This 2-day course will be held April 8 & 9, a letter of support in his request to the Solicitor General to formally be given to him, and he be paid on a contract basis from 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at the Lamont carry a CEW. The Peace Officer is requesting to carry a CEW for that role and for travel. Council agreed to the contract.

Rec Center Meeting Room. because of the potentially dangerous nature of traffic stops, and as a deterrent for his protection. The current policy for 2015 Engineering for Training Structure Cost: $150 Baton and OC Spray will need to be amended to allow for the Council had previously asked for engineering be done on the use of a CEW. Lamont County council agreed to write a letter LCES Training Structure to reduce the possibility of liability.

For more information and to register call 780-895-2874 of support.

The training system has been assembled and McElhanney Engineering estimated a study would cost $12,407.00.

Lamont County Industrial Development Strategy In order to test Lamont County’s readiness for large industrial Delegation – Beaver Hills Initiative development in the future, Council agreed to enter into an Lamont County agreed to send a letter of support for the Knights of Columbus are hosting a Pasta Supper in support of agreement with Stantec to develop a Lamont County Beaver Hills Initiative’s application to the UNESCO Biosphere Lamont Elementary religion classes.

Industrial Development Strategy. reserve.

Incident Reporting System Currently all fire departments send their reports to Lamont County administration for billing and tracking using several different formats. Lamont County Emergency Services requests that a standard reporting system be implemented in order to keep consistency between departments and to speed up response times for reporting.

Ukrainia Park Parking Lot At the ASB meeting held March 4, 2015, it was discussed that the Ukrainia Park in Mundare is in need of work on the parking lot. As the Park is in the County, and the County uses the park for events, Council has agreed to have Public Works work with the town of Mundare and look at what can be done to improve accessibility/parking during wet weather.

March 21, 6 – 8 p.m.

St. Michael Hall $15 Adults, $10 Kids Tickets are available at the Beaver Creek Co-op or phone Robert at 780-819-3624