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Vol. 11, No. 30, Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Failed ATM robbery attempt in Mundare

One of the robbers climbs the stairs with chains in hand.

Security footage shows three bandits in the entryway of the Mundare Servus Credit Union early May 17. The robbers were unsuccessful in removing the ATM from the bank lobby, and police are asking for any public assistance in the criminal matter.

Michelle Pinon Editor

“The good news is that they didn’t get away with it. The bad news is they’re still out there,” stated Mike Dickinson, Director of Corporate Communications for Servus Credit Union, following the attempted theft of the ATM at the Mundare location on Tuesday, May 17.

At 5 a.m. morning, Vegreville RCMP responded to a complaint of suspicious vehicles around the Mundare Servus Credit Union.

According to a statement released by the RCMP on Friday, May 19, “The witness stated that a truck was backed

up against the front door of the bank and that the front windows of the bank were smashed.

RCMP immediately attended the scene and discovered that the suspects attempted to steal the ATM machine from inside of the bank using a stolen truck and a tow strap.

During the attempted theft, the suspects caused significant damage to the front door of the bank.”

Police went on to state: “The suspects are believed to have fled in a second vehicle from the Smoky Lake area, and their whereabouts are currently unknown.”

No money was taken and the damage to the ATM machine was mini-

mal. Dickinson confirmed that no money was stolen from the ATM, and wanted to reassure Servus Credit Union members that their money is safe. If, in the event money was successfully taken out of the ATM, the bank would cover members’ losses.

Dickinson said the attempted robbery of the ATM was very similar to the attempted robbery at the Lamont Servus Credit Union several months earlier. Damages to the Lamont Servus Credit Union cost between $25,000 and $30,000. That cost does not include damage to the ATM which is still out of commission, and

under assessment.

Dickinson said the cost to replace an ATM with a new one is in the neighbourhood of $200,000.

Vegreville RCMP are requesting assistance from the public in identifying the suspects involved in the attempted theft of the ATM at the Mundare Servus Credit Union. If you have any information about this crime or any other crime, please contact the Vegreville RCMP at 780632-2223 or Crimestoppers at 1-800222-8477. Information will be kept confidential, and a cash reward may be offered.

MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

By Tuesday afternoon the main door and part of the wall in the entryway were boarded up, as well as the lobby which was filled with shards of glass and debris.

2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Police searching for Hilliard man wanted for multiple offences SUBMITTED ARTICLE

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The Vegreville RCMP are currently seeking assistance from the public in locating 33 year old Jonathan Calvin Krepps.

Krepps is wanted by police for multiple offences stemming from a domestic violence investigation in Hilliard, Alberta.

Krepps’ whereabouts at this time are unknown and it is believed that he may be in either Alberta or British Columbia.

He is also believed to have family residing in the northwestern United States, and may be driving a white 2005 Ford F150.

Krepps is wanted for multiple Criminal Code

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The public is encouraged to contact the Vegreville RCMP at 780632-2223, their local police service, or CrimeStoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477), if they come into contact with Krepps.

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Andrew FCSS Director bids farewell Michelle Pinon Editor

When Elke Carr and her husband Warren moved to the Andrew area in 2003 when they retired, they were looking for a place with plenty of room to roam and pursue their hobbies and passions. For Elke it was a place to nurture her love of gardening and flowers, and to be free to create.

Always one to get involved in the community, Elke decided to volunteer with Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) as a board member. The program underwent several transitions in leadership, and she decided to apply for the director’s position. “I didn’t need a job, but I didn’t want the program to die.”

Elke said she was definitely surprised when she was notified that she had gotten the job; especially since it came the

FCSS Director Elke Carr smiles during Andrew Schoolʼs Run For The Bus fundraiser last June. same day she had her interview. “My thing is never stop learning.”

Her personal philosophy perfectly aligned with the values of the program, and Elke said she is extremely grateful to have attended various lectures and seminars over the last four years, and is very appreciative for all of the learning and networking opportunities.

Elke is also grateful for the camaraderie and friendships she’s encountered through her position. “You meet people from all walks of life.” She has also

enjoyed helping seniors and people who need special supports, matching them up with resources and information they require.

One of the most successful programs she launched was the walking program at Rainbow Club. “People had no where to go walking,” says Elke, who also happened to be the head of the seniors club that had the facility to accommodate the program. That was several years ago, and it is still going as strong as it was in the beginning. Elke said the seniors network has been a huge success as well, and she has been able to bring in speakers to talk about health, safety, elder abuse, and money management, to name a few topics.

She is also happy to say FCSS was able to keep its own Christmas Hamper Program in the community, which has been an added plus.

FCSS has also hosted

Christmas Light Up celebrations. For several years, FCSS operated the Driving Angels transportation program and facilitated the TeleCare personal safety system to keep seniors safe in their homes and press for help during a health related emergency. One other partnership Elke is proud to have made is with Andrew School.

Through Friends of the Andrew FCSS Society, they have been able to support the annual dinner theatre for the drama program, as well as the Run For The Bus fundraiser for the athletics department.

While she has thoroughly enjoyed her position and other volunteer opportunities, Elke said the time has come to move on, and retire again at 76 years young.

With three children, and five grandchildren, Elke and Warren will be taking another path on their journey together.

Village council asks to join Lamont County FCSS Andrew FCSS Director Elke Carr’s resignation opened the door to a new possibility for the provision of programs and services, and on April 27 village council voted in favour of partnering with FCSS Lamont County region.

A formal letter of request, dated May 2, was forwarded to Lamont County for consideration. In that letter, Chief Administrative Officer Pat Skoreyko stated, “The Village of Andrew Council was impressed with the

scope and provision of programs and services provided by the FCSS Lamont County Region.

At the regular council meeting of April 27, 2016, Council unanimously passed a resolution to join the FCSS Lamont County Region.

The Village of Andrew recognizes that approval is required by Lamont County council, based on recommendation by the FCSS board members.”

Skoreyko went on to say, “We look forward to forming a mutually ben-

eficial partnership that will provide village and county residents with the support services they require.” The request is expected to go before Lamont County Council at its June 14 regular council meeting.

Village of Andrew Mayor Heather Tait told the Lamont Leader, “This is an absolutely positive step for our community and area.”

She also pointed out that, “The programs are 10 fold from what we are able to provide on our own. Andrew council

unanimously voted to ensure that programs and services for residents are made available. The programs and services provided by Lamont County far exceed our reach as a stand alone FCSS.” Mayor Tait also stressed that it will not cost more to join the Lamont County region.

She added that FCSS Lamont County will be collaborating with the village in order to meet the changing needs of the Village of Andrew and area as a whole.

MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

Floor curling sheets

Progress is well underway on the new seniors lodge in Lamont, and several members of the New Horizons Seniors Centre, which will be housed in the new facility, are looking forward to floor curling, bingo, and hosting a variety of activities in their new home when the doors open sometime in the fall of 2017.

Brenex Construction has been contracted to construct the 56 suite project, and have been busy working on site for more than a month-and-a-half.

GARAGE SALE

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Town of Lamont

Town Wide Garage Sale

June 4, 2016 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Lamont Light–Up & Perogy Festival Committee will be hosting a

Hot Dog Sale at Price Automotive from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

For more information, or to register before June 1, please call (780)

895-2010

Thank you for your Love & Support Anne Rohatynski's children and families want to extend heartfelt thanks and appreciation to all our friends and family for the outpouring of love and support we received after the loss of our Mom. We also want to send a special Thank You to Dr Slanina and the entire staff at the Lamont Health Care Centre as well as Morley Young Manor and Prairie EMS for the wonderful care and kindness that surrounded Mom. In addition, we cannot offer enough thanks to very special friend Ed Koroluk for the extra things he always did for Mom and Dad. TOWN OF LAMONT

2016 COMBINED ASSESSMENT/ TAX NOTICES Notice is hereby given that the combined assessment/tax notices were mailed to all assessed persons in the Town of Lamont, on May 20, 2016.

All persons are deemed to have received their combined assessment/ tax notices as a result of this notice.

ASSESSMENT ROLL Any person who objects to the assessment values placed upon a property must, within sixty (60) days from the date of mailing of the Assessment Notice (May 20, 2016) forward a complaint in writing together with a $50.00 fee per appeal to the Town of Lamont. The assessment roll is open for inspection at the Town of Lamont Administration Office, 5307-50 Ave. Lamont, Alberta from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Monday to Friday.

PLEASE NOTE: Making a complaint against your assessment does not make you exempt from paying your taxes as a penalty will be applied if taxes are not paid in full by June 30, 2016.

TAX PAYMENTS 2016 Taxes are due and payable on or before June 30, 2016. Unpaid taxes are subject to a 12% penalty on July 1, 2016 and an 18% penalty on January 1, 2017.

Sandi Maschmeyer Chief Administrative Officer

4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Opinion From Where I Sit: Not Ready

By Hazel Anaka About a year ago the CRTC (Canadian Radiotelevision and Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n s Commission) announced big changes to the way satellite and cable

providers operate.

Apparently this was in response to consumer complaints about the manner in which channels are bundled.

Over the years I’ve certainly cursed our provider for not giving me the power to select what I want, not what they think I should have.

But I’m not naïve. Selling is the goal of any company wishing to succeed.

What they’ve miscalculated is how much the marketplace and indeed customers themselves have changed.

Many people have turned their backs on traditional TV programming just as they’ve fled landline telephones.

With options like Netflix, Shomi, Crave, Apple TV, streaming media, and the ability to watch network TV on smart phones, tablets, and laptops the playing field has changed. They don’t see the value in traditional delivery methods nor do they feel any loyalty to the company.

Recently I spent a lot of time reviewing our provider’s website to see how they were complying with the ruling to provide a “skinny basic” package costing no more than $25 month.

Companies were also instructed to offer ‘pickand-pay’ options, give self-identified people with disabilities a thirty

day trial option, provide easy to understand billing that identifies prices, channel lists or bundles, and clarity around service calls.

While enforcement begins September 2017, the basic cable package had to be in place March 1st, 2016.

After studying the site and making a list of questions I called the 800 number. Ryan from Customer Service was the lucky guy to get my call. Son-of-a-gun if the listed packages weren’t in fact promotions exclusively for new sign-ups.

But what about us—reliable, loyal billing-paying customers for fifteen years—I asked. You

should talk to our Loyalty Department, I’m sure they can do something for you, he said.

Lucky Alexandra got the transferred call. It’s a little sad that in each case I had to direct them to pages on their websites so they could see what I was seeing. Before long Alexandra was trying to end the call and have me agree to what she was offering because they ‘didn’t want to take up anymore of my time.’

I’ve got time I said.

Long, long story short, an hour and half later I was offered and accepted an eight dollar a month credit for two years plus a hundred dollar credit on a second HD receiver.

I would pay the five dollars in tax, they’d cover the unit and provide free shipping. They’d also be willing to recommend a cheaper package that includes the type of channels we actually use if and when I call back with a list of our favourite channels. I’m not holding my breath on that frankly but will do it to see what happens. Or I can go with Netflix and the seven channels (not counting the French ones or the duplicates) in the skinny basic and call it a day. It’s not likely though. I’m not ready to cut the cord yet from where I sit.

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, The War Amps begins its 2016 key tag mailing to Alberta residents this week with the theme “Key Tags at Work,” marking the 70th anniversary of the Association’s Key Tag Service. In the letter accompanying the key tags, a mother, describes how The War Amps has provided emotional and financial support to her family, from the day her daughter, Trinity, 11, was born a left leg amputee.

Trinity was enrolled in the Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program shortly after she was born. Since then, she has received financial assistance for artificial limbs and attended regional seminars where she and

her family meet other child amputees and their parents, sharing experiences and exchanging advice. Trinity loves to dance, ride her bike, swim and play baseball.

She also has a specially designed leg for running. “Trinity is one child, but The War Amps programs help amputees across Canada. I want to thank Canadians, on behalf of Trinity, who is able to do what anyone else can – just differently – because of their support of the Key Tag Service,” says mom, Arlene. The Key Tag Service was launched in 1946 so that returning war amputees could not only work for competitive wages, but also provide a service to Canadians that would

generate funds for the Association’s many programs. The Key Tag Service continues to employ amputees and people with disabilities and has returned more than 1.5 million sets of lost keys. Each key tag has a confidentially coded number. Should the keys be lost, the finder can call the toll-free number on the back of the tag, or deposit them in any mailbox, and the keys will be returned to the owner by bonded courier. The War Amps receives no government grants and its programs are possible through public support of the Key Tag and Address Label Service.

Sincerely, Carol Johnson

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Heartland 101: Location based wireless public alerting service – Have your say now SUBMITTED ARTICLE It’s technology that exists today and is used in many countries, but surprisingly not in Canada. It’s the Wireless Public Alerting Service (WPAS), and until May 30, Canadians have an opportunity to support its implementation in a Canadian RadioTelevision and Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n Commission (CRTC) public consultation.

WPAS allows emergency response authorities to target phones in a specific geographic area facing an imminent threat. Alerts are sent without people having to register their devices.

Canada has fallen behind many nations in its progression and use of cellular technology as a tool to carry Public Alerts. This can be changed by submitting an intervention using the CRTC’s online Intervention Comment Form found at www.crtc.gc.ca. In the drop-down box, indicate your support for (or opposition to) Wireless

Public Alerts. Comments and support letters can also be submitted online.

Effective public alerting about hazards has never been more urgent.

Severe weather, fires and floods, dangerous goods incidents and even acts of terrorism are real life scenarios in Canada.

Often, response authorities have little time to warn those in close range to take necessary safety precautions.

The Heartland region’s mutual aid emergency response organization, NRCAER, supports WPAS and is urging individuals to make their voice heard on the issue.

“People today are mobile - on the move, and cellular technology keeps pace with them,” says Brenda Gheran, Executive Director with NRCAER. “Whether it’s a flood in Alberta or a tornado in Ontario – if your phone is there, an alert would appear on it. In our region, WPA enhances safety not only for residents, but also thousands of people who work at local industries,

or drive through our communities each day,” stated Gheran.

In 2014, 55% of Canadians owned smart phones. That number rose to 68% over 2015, which makes mobile devices the leading choice for delivering alerts. “Participation of Wireless Service Providers is critical in order to have success. As wireless customers, this is something we all should expect; however, unless public support is demonstrated in the CRTC process, it may be several years before it becomes a reality. That simply isn’t good enough when the technology is here, now,” Gheran cautions.

For more information about emergency response, notification, and safety in the region, visit www.nrcaer.com.

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WE WANT YOU

Local community fundraiser needs residents support Michelle Pinon Editor

A random pit stop by a Fort McMurray family at Lamont High School (LHS) is turning into much more than a chance encounter.

Phys. Ed. teacher Cory Kokotailo approached a car that had pulled into the LHS parking lot, and spotted two ladies and three small children who had spent all night driving from Fort McMurray to escape the horrifying wildfire that was burning out of control.

“We brought them coffee and Tim Cards and sent them on their way, as they just wanted to get to their destination, which was Vermillion,” said school secretary

Cindy Gruber. A short time later, two students from Fort McMurray registered to attend classes at LHS. Kokotailo wanted to do a bingo as a fundraiser and contact the Lamont Lions Club, who were interested, and members didn’t take long to come onboard to support the event.

Then Principal Sharon McLean suggested they try to make it a community fundraiser, and for Gruber to see what other local organizations would like to help out.

In no time, the Lamont and District Agricultural Society and the Lamont Fish and Game Association, came onboard. Soon the event, slated for tomorrow, (Thursday, May 26),

would feature a barbecue as well as the bingo and silent auction.

“The idea behind this fundraiser, is, the many ways to contribute. Buy a burger, play bingo, donate a silent auction item, and, of course, bid on the silent auction items,” stated Gruber.

“We could potentially raise a tremendous amount of money. Our goal is $5,000 and 100 per cent of the proceeds will go to the Canadian Red Cross.” The barbecue will kick-off at 5 p.m. with the silent auction going from 5-7 p.m.

Bingo will start at 6:30 p.m.

“Please come out and support Fort McMurray!”

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6 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Creating places for students to thrive, learn and grow While each trustee at Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) is elected by a designated ward, together we’re responsible for all 42 schools within the Division. As such, we continually strategize on many fronts to ensure we fully understand what’s taking place in each of those schools. One of the ways we do this is by planning a series of school tours each year.

Each tour takes approximately one hour

and we typically visit four to five schools in a day. During our visits, we receive information

EIPS Board Chair Trina Boymook

about the school, its focus, its successes, and the challenges it’s facing.

We tour the actual building and take note of completed capital work and any upcoming projects.

We also visit classrooms to meet students and get a glimpse of what they’re learning. While the format is the same, each tour is uniquely different and extremely valuable.

As decision-makers, we collectively believe it is imperative we visit all

of our schools on a regular basis. Education is always evolving so these tours allow us to see first-hand how students are benefiting from the decisions we’re making, assist us in gaining a deeper understanding of the various programs offered within the Division, and help to inform future planning.

Although not deliberate, the tours also demonstrate the power of partnerships. During

each tour, we witness how our communities are working with our schools to help develop our young learner.

Whether it’s learning about where our food comes from through our relationship with Salisbury Greenhouse, teaching money sense through the Junior ATB program, a hands-on science experience through Partners for Science, or something else, it’s remarkably powerful.

What we’ve learned through these tours is in each of our buildings we are creating a place for our students to thrive, learn, and grow.

The tours have become a vital part of the work we do and ultimately bring trustees closer to what really matters—the students in the classroom and ensuring they have skills and knowledge needed to prepare them for a lifetime of success.

Hi-Way registries offers new ADL road test in Vegreville A Graduated Driver License (GDL) program will ensure drivers, regardless of age, get the support skills and experience they need to handle the complex task of driving. Nowadays though, it is not enough. A GDL driver only has 8 demerit points and a regular class 5 has 15. So people with only a GDL can get two tickets and potentially have their license suspended. There is also a zero alcohol tolerance for GDL holders and a GDL cannot serve as a teacher to someone who is learning. Some companies will not hire people who only have their GDL, because of the insurance factor. And one of the most important things to realize is that a GDL holder cannot advance to a professional class license.

“So if you are a GDL driver you can’t get a Class 1, 2, 3, or 4 license, but you can get a class 6 motorcycle license,” Cheryl Jebb Manager for Hi-Way Registries stated.

“Getting the Advanced Road Test at Vegreville was a monumental struggle. We had to apply several times with Alberta Transportation, all of which I had to try and convince them that Vegreville was suitable for the exam. Some of the reasons we were turned away was that there were very few traffic lights in the town of Vegreville, relatively Driver Examiner few pavement markBrian Soldan

ings, and a minimum duration of highway driving time.

“Another criterion that Vegreville needed to meet was that there needed to be over 10,000 people in the area, of which I felt we met,” Cheryl explained.

“One of my biggest frustrations was that Alberta Transportation felt that we were too close from Edmonton and bigger cities, so they didn’t feel that it was necessary to do advanced road tests here.

Unfortunately what they failed to understand is the time factor, people would have to drive there and back in some cases just to book a test, only to repeat the drive, the day of the exam.”

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“Alberta Transportation had come here and said there wasn’t enough traffic, so the request was denied again. Eventually they did come to re-evaluate the area and after two years of applying, in December 2015, we were awarded the advanced road test. I just want to let the residents of Vegreville and surrounding areas know that we offer the exam here now, and they don’t have to drive to the city to complete this test. Currently we’re booking Mondays and Fridays for this test,” concluded Cheryl.

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Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs visits in Bruderheim Michelle Pinon Editor

outpouring of support in their home province as they have seen in Alberta.

Turning the topic back to energy, Barlow said there has to be the policy and framework put in place to reassure investors so they will be buy in on future energy based projects. Barlow said the provinces, as well as the federal government, need to eliminate the misconceptions surrounding the sector, and step up, voting in favour of such pipeline projects as the Energy East Pipeline. “They need to look at it like the railway. That was a nation builder. They need the fortitude to say it’s good for Canada, and that will give us markets from around the world.�

Stubbs said Ottawa currently undervalues Alberta’s contribution to the Canadian economy, and that decision makers need to gain a better understanding of what energy companies do, and how the country can benefit from gaining a better under-

Two Alberta based Progressive Conservative MP’s included Bruderheim in their recent road trip.

Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs and Foothills MP Jim Barlow, who both sit on the all party energy and natural resources committee, talked with constituents during the weekend of May 13, and Lily’s Restaurant in Bruderheim was on their list of places to visit. “It’s been really interesting to get feedback,� said Barlow. “It brings back memories of High River.�

Barlow said the community has never recovered from the disastrous flood of 2013, and he hopes this government will take the lessons learned there and move on more quickly and efficiently during the rebuilding process. Given the ongoing wildfire crisis in Alberta, Barlow says there has to be a comprehensive disaster strategy in place. “What people don’t realize is these evacuees will need essentials for weeks and months to come.�

Barlow pointed out that Fort McMurray will really need the businesses to take the lead and have incentives in place to have residents resettle there MICHELLE PINON PHOTO again. Besides rebuildLakeland MP Shannon Stubbs and Foothills MP John Barlow stopped in at LilyĘźs ing businesses and Restaurant in Bruderheim on Saturday, May 14. Pictured from left to right are: Bob homes, Barlow said Cote, MP Shanon Stubbs, MP John Barlow, and Coun. Pat Lee. Both MPĘźs sit on the there must be adequate natural resources and energy committee in Ottawa, and were looking for local input social supports for peo- on a variety of issues, and to answer any questions from residents and business ple who are trying to owners. mentally rebound from an emotionally devastating situation. “There is not standing. “Energy companies are the biggest innovators in alternative technology and innovation. Both going to be a quick fix.â€?

One of the main reasons Barlow took Stubbs up on Stubbs, and various municipal leaders also want her offer to tour various parts of the constituency was local businesses and entrepreneurs getting public to personally show their support to families and works contracts to rebuild Fort McMurray as well as communities who have been directly affected by the work directly on infrastructure projects throughout wildfire. The biggest thing Barlow said he noticed the province. “I give Shannon a lot of credit building good reladuring the two day trip was the generosity of Albertans. “The biggest thing is people here are tions and bringing in witnesses and having them struggling, but they were willing to give what they (committee members) listen to input.� Stubbs has many other issues on her plate, but she, along with could give.�

Stubbs said even a couple of her staffers, who grew Barlow are always ready to listen to constituents up in Ontario, told her you never would see such an voices, and represent their interests in Ottawa.

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New cultural exhibit at UCHV offers new insights into local Ukrainian history Michelle Pinon Editor

Larissa said her ancestors left their home in Ukraine to moved to Canada to find a safe place to live. All they took with them was a chest, wheat, and two bags.

She was one of 51 Alberta students to

have their artwork chosen to be part of a unique exhibit at the Ukrainian

Cultural Heritage Village (UCHV).

‘Where we came from’ features 51 pieces depicting the family history for ordinary Alberta families, and touches on topics from a family immigration journey to Canada to a family and cultural identity in a new land.

“The story of family history, immigration and settlement in new land can often be complex,” says David Makowsky, Head, Community & Corporate Relations at UCHV. “Our living history museum provides visitors with a comprehensive and authentic depiction of Ukrainian immigration and settlement stories in east central Alberta.”

He elaborated by stating, “This art exhibit, in contrast provides a different perspective on family history to our museum audiences, with that history being viewed and understood through the eyes of a child. In a few cases, we had students who themselves emigrated from Ukraine to Canada and shared journey on paper. In other instances, it was a fourth generation Ukrainian-Canadian sharing their impressions of the hardships and successes endured by a pioneer ancestor from 100 or more years ago.”

Molly was one of the artists who shared that her great, great baba and gido spent their first winter under a turned over wagon. They used

the back land for hunting ground to hunt animals.

Makowsky went on to say how interesting is was to see how these hardships and successes were captured on paper by youth who, in many cases, were 100 years removed from that pioneer context. By exploring their own family history, while also allowing our museum audiences to have a unique look into this personal history.

“My picture is about the Carpathian. The Carpathian is important to my family history because my great, great grandpa was on the Carpathian. The Carpathian was a passenger ship that brought people from Ukraine to Canada. It also was one of the first rescue boats to respond to the crash of the Titanic. I am proud of the role my ancestor played in such important history. I can only imagine what a journey it must have been leaving Ukraine and coming to Canada. I would have love to meet my grandpa and listen to the stories he could tell.” Nicholas S.

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Highway Clean Up Program continues to grow in popularity Michelle Pinon Editor

Even though the Highway Clean Up Program has been operating in the province for many years, its popularity continues to grow.

Moh Ashraf with Alberta Transportation

says the number of participating organizations has been increasing every single year. Last year alone, the increase was between three and four per cent. For example, during the 2015 clean up a total of 650 organizations participated. Of those, 180 were 4-

MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

Lisa Dyck and her two sons Bill and Nick were busy picking garbage along Highway 15 east of Lamont Saturday, May 14. The group were volunteering on behalf of the Lamont Alliance Church.

H Clubs. The total number of participants equalled 16,300. They covered 11,500 kilometres and collected 56,234 bags of garbage. In total, Alberta Transportation doled out $1 million to those organizations in 2015.

“It’s kind of an education program and an incentive,” explained Ashraf. “It saves a lot of taxpayers money,” noted Ashraf, as Alberta Transportation doesn’t have to hire many highway maintenance contractors which cost a lot more than paying community groups to perform the service.

Depending on the designation of the highways, organizations receive either $55 per kilometre or $100 per kilometre.

According to Alberta Transportation, the highway cleanup program was set up as a fundraising event. Although the program was originally

Lamont Town-Wide Community Clean Up

established for associations such as the 4-H and Scouts, all groups and clubs are now encouraged to participate.

Alberta Transportation supplies the safety manuals, safety vests, and garbage bags to participants. The department also supplies signage and additional safety through the RCMP. The garbage that is collected is picked up the very same day by the highway maintenance contractors.

Alberta Transportation also offers the Adopt-aHighway program

which allows a group, company or individual to adopt a three to five kilometre section of highway by agreeing to pick up the litter a minimum of once per year.

Participants provide the

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“Cherish yesterday, live for today, and reach for tomorrow.�

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What is a dancer? Is she an athlete? An

All The Things We Have Done

artist? A son, or a daughter? No. A dancer: is a dancer.

Dancers

surround

themselves

with

music, with friends, and with laughter.

They find a family, an experience,

a

world

that urges them to express themselves in what they believe is the purest form of expression...movement.

A dancer believes their art will transcend into

MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS

Brittney Bennett, Rachel Cole, Deanna Derksen, and Breanna Bennett perform Goodbye during the year end dance concert titled: All The Things That We Have Done featuring dancers with Love Your Dance in Chipman and dancers with Sunflower Dance Club in Thorhild. They performed during a concert at the Dow Centennial Centre in Fort Saskatchewan on Tuesday, May 17.

the heart of another, sparking even an ounce of passion. Because dance, is their passion.

A

young

dancer

embodies a lifestyle.

Pushing

themselves.

Pushing

others.

Keeping glued,

their not

eyes

to

teacher...to,

their other

dancers. They strive to better themselves,

William Dolson and Leah Barto perform Rockinʼ Robin.

Leah Barto, Gabby Melanson, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious.

and

Jeanette

Thorne

perform

through

movement,

”Dance is physically demanding, is emo-

through

expression,

tionally demanding. It takes heart, and

blood,

and

dedication. It is a battle, a constant

sometimes, even tears.

struggle between the dancer and them-

Dancers fall. Only to

selves. Dance is about letting every-

get back up to prove

thing fall apart around you so you can

to

sweat,

themselves,

take the time to put everything back

that

together again. Dance is a process, and

they are worthy.

when you dedicate yourself to the

Dancers simply dance.

process, you start to experience the

So in answer to your question about what dancers are. I would

benefits,”

Joey Derksen, Rylea Steffes, and Tamika Seipert perform Thing-a-ma-bobs.

stated

people;

caring

more about who they are, and what they can achieve,

rather

than

striving to fit a definition.

Dancers

themselves.

define

Dancers

simply dance.

Nathan Young Love Your Dance Instructor

Your

Instructor Nathan Young.

have to say...dancers are

Love

Grace Seipert, Kaliegh Learmonth, Mikayla Derksen, Ilyssa Thrower, and Emma Derksen perform The Wire.

Dance

12 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Kaylee Marianicz exemplifies poetry in motion Michelle Pinon Editor

Kaylee Marianicz definitely has the “it” factor.

The nine-year-old skating sensation from the Andrew Figure Skating Club also caught the judges attention at the StarSKATE Championships in Leduc, and was recently presented with the 2016 StarSKATE Merit Award.

Coach Abby Kozma explained that the award recognizes a skater that exemplifies an outstanding performance, the most memorable performance as selected by the officials at a competi-

tion.

Kaylee said she was “very excited” to receive the award, and had her coach Abby Kozma and choreographer Jadene Fereira by her side during the gala at the River Cree Resort on April 30.

Kayla says she loves everything about figure skating, and is constantly in motion jumping and spinning around.

Coach Kozma said Kaylee is very talented with performing. “For a skater at such a young age it is amazing for her to have the ability to feel and interpret the music the way she does. She is a very hard working and

Kaylee Marianicz, center front, holds her award alongside choreographer Jadene Fereira and coach Abby Kozma.

determined athlete. She utilizes every minute she has on the ice to train to her best ability, and to try new things.

“What sets her apart is that she is always trying new things and coming up with new ways of doing things. She has the natural ability on the ice to create and experiment with new things. These things you can’t teach, so that is what makes her such an amazing and talented skater.”

Melanie Fedorvich, who has been a Skate Canada judge for 20 years has watched thousands of young skaters who are very talented and enjoyable to watch, but only twice in her career has Melanie felt it was necessary to speak to a coach and parent about a skater who had incredible talent, and Kaylee is one of the two skaters.

“Now some may think I’m biased because Kaylee is from my home club, and I’ve known her since the day she was born, but all you need to do is watch her compete.

Just once. Even if you don’t know figure skating from football, you’ll know she’s something special.

“At nine-years-old, she has more passion on the ice than some of our national level senior competitors. She has a ’too mature for her age’

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Kaylee Marianicz does a split jump during her performance in Leduc at the StarSKATE Championships. ability to take a piece of music and reach into the crowd with it. We call it projecting. She pulls you on the ice with her, every move is telling the story of her program.”

Fedorvich describes Kaylee as a powerhouse, and yet graceful and elegant. “Although she is powerful, she manages to float. She uses every ounce of her being to perform, from facial expression to body language to technical ability, and this is what makes

her great. There is nothing choreographed or mechanical about the way she skates. She becomes the program, and that is why she is so successful. That isn’t something that can be taught. It is a rare and wonderful gift, one that us judges love to see, and we see it in Kaylee.”

Kaylee’s mom Sandra is very modest, but recognizes her daughter’s natural ability and love for skating, and will be travelling back and forth

from their Andrew area home to St. Albert for more intensive training over the next couple of months. Sandra says as long as Kaylee wants to compete, she will be there for her every step of the way.

“Once I start skating, I don’t want to stop,” says Kaylee, but with all that momentum and passion there’s no telling what heights she’ll reach in the years to come.

Tree planting and conservation go hand in hand

PHOTOS COURTESY OF THE LAMONT FISH & GAME ASSOCIATION

Around 25 members of the Lamont Fish & Game Association were out planting trees at the Lamont Trout Pond on Saturday, May 14. The weather was beautiful, and organizer Ken Engman said a total of 210 Spruce and Saskatoon seedlings were planted on the property, and plans are to plant more next spring. The club is asking for donations to offset the cost of the trees that were purchased through the Prairie Shelterbelt Program with sponsor names to be mounted on a special sign to acknowledge their generous contributions. To the right is Doug Butler and his granson Benjamin.

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BEAVER DISTRICT 4-H AND THE VIKING, TOFIELD & HOLDEN 4-H CLUBS WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR SPONSORS AND BUYERS FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT DURING OUR ACHIEVEMENT DAY & SALE ON MAY 2, 2016 IN VIKING.

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14 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016

Chyenne Shaw lends expertise in Fort McMurray Michelle Pinon Editor

Flying into Fort McMurray all Chyenne Shaw could see was thick black smoke. Then burned out homes came into view.

“Getting off the plane and walking into smoke burned the eyes and nose. Getting use to the smell of smoke, was hard as well.”

Shaw’s first stop was at the Regional Emergency Operations Centre, but spent the majority of her time at Mac Island where the staging area and camps were set up for emergency personnel, forestry workers, and employees of utility companies.

Chyenne Shaw wearing breathing apparatus.

her

Shaw went on to say, “I worked in the staging area, which would get requests from dispatch for different fire apparatuses in different parts of the city. While there, she worked alongside fire personnel from St. Albert, Leduc, Thorhild, Strathcona, Airdrie, Red Deer, High River, and several other fire departments. “We would then grab that crew, give them a radio and a map and send them out.

Most of the crews were from out of town, which meant locations were

hard to find.

Google maps are our best friend.”

It was eerie to travel through the city seeing lights on and open signs lit up with no one there. “Different areas of town or surrounding areas would be evacuated at different times; never knowing who would be evacuated next.

It was usually SUBMITTED PHOTOS dark by six or seven p.m. at Emergency personnel spent long days and nights up in Fort McMurray, one of those dedicated professionnight, and als was Chyenne Shaw, Emergency Services Administrative Assistant with Lamont County. Pictured from because of the left to right are: Chief Dale Rusfeldt from Edmonton Fire, Cory Scheoeter, (911 dispatch), Michelle Frew, smoke, Shaw had (911 dispatch), Chyenne Shaw, and Carlie Mulder from Red Deer. to try and get sleep in Fire Hall 2 while wearing her breathing apparatus. She, too, had to be packed and ready to go at a moments notice.

Even though Shaw has worked with the Alberta Management Emergency Agency before, this experience was different and unique. “Alberta is a wonderful province, and I am so lucky to call this place home. People from Calgary, Edmonton and other areas all came together to help.

Alberta is full of amazing hard workers who are not willing to give up.”

Overall, the biggest thing that she learned, is that no matter what training you have, nothing prepares you for the wrath of Mother Nature. While it was hard to leave her children and family, Shaw said it was all for a good cause. She’s just another great living example of the ‘Alberta Strong’ motto in This photograph depicts the scene on May 2 in Fort McMurray. motion.

Southern neighbours lend support for wildlife relief

This was just one of several aerial views that were photographed, and illustrates how the fire can jump from one area to another rapidly.

Wyoming, ON Lambton County Council has agreed to support the wildfire relief effort affecting the Wood Buffalo region of Alberta through a $100,000 donation to the Canadian Red Cross.

The donation will be made by the County on behalf of all municipalities in the Lambton County federation.

Members of Committee A.M. and Committee P.M. unanimously endorsed the resolution at committee meetings in Wyoming today. It is anticipated that funds

will be matched by the federal and Alberta governments. “Across this great country of ours, Canadians are reaching out to help,” said Warden Bev MacDougall. “I am very proud that our federation members, representing 126,000 citizens of our community, have chosen to build upon donations made by our member municipalities and the countless private donations by people of all ages throughout Lambton County.”

“Together we are sending a message of

support to the ‘Alberta Fires’ campaign organized by the Canadian Red Cross, and in turn the people of Wood Buffalo, who remain in our thoughts and prayers as Canada responds to this call to action.” When informed of the donation, Alberta’s Industrial Heartland requested that thanks and appreciation be passed on to the Lambton County community for its generosity and support for Western Canada.

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Viking Review Ph. 780-336-3422 vikingreview@gmail.com Tofield Mercury Ph. 780-662-4046 adsmercury@gmail.com Lamont Leader Ph. 780-895-2780 lmtleader@gmail.com

COMING EVENTS VIKING FARMERS MARKET Regular market 2 - 4 p.m. every Thursday. Wipf’s Greenhouse with bedding plants and Secret Garden Greenhouse and Produce.

Contact Evelyn at 780-5922431.

Friday, June 17 Vikings in the Streets Market 2-7 p.m.

Cold plate supper. tfn ________________________ COWBOY CHURCH at Viking Auction Market, Jct. of Hwy. 36 and 26. Fri., May 27, at 7:30 p.m. All welcome. Call Terry at 780-3763599 or 780-336-2224.

CP19-20c ________________________ Viking Minor Hockey Annual General Meeting and Early Registration Night. Wed., June 15, 7 pm at the Viking Hall. There will be a $100 charge for Power Skating for the 2016/17 season. Any parents that attend the AGM will receive a $75 discount on the Power Skating fees.

Directors for numerous teams needed.

20-22c ________________________ BARDO CEMETERY CLEANUP Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at 10 am. AGM to follow. Bring bagged lunch. Questions: Call Lawrence Rude at 780-6797315.

TM20-21c ________________________ There will be a shower held at Spilstead Hall to celebrate the upcoming marriage of Tim Schmidt and Amie Pagtalunan at 4:00 pm Saturday, May 28th.

Everyone welcome, ladies, men and children.

TM19-20p ________________________

CLASSIFIED ADS ARE 3 FOR 1 PRICE!

Serving Beaver County & Area

Classified ads placed in any of the three publications will appear in all papers for ONE price of $10.75 for the first 25 words and .39¢ a word thereafter

COMING EVENTS

GARAGE SALE

HELP WANTED

SERVICES

Please join us for a wedding shower in honor of Mike VanSickle and Lindsay Flynn at 2:00 pm Sunday, May 29th, 2016 at Spilstead Hall.

TM19-20p ________________________

ESTATE SALE: 4903 – 53 Ave. Viking, Thurs., June 2 – Sat., June 4, 9 am to 6 pm.

Furniture incl. LZB maroon recl. sofa & 2 recl chairs, china cabinet/hutch, queen bedrm suite, double bedrm set, 40s vanity dresser w/ round mirror & matching tall drs & hdbd, sewing machine and supplies, fabric, dressers, BBQ, washer/dryer, records, 60+ years of misc.

20-21p ________________________ Lindbrook Community Hall is holding a garage/ tack/tailgate sale June 4th & 5th from 10 am - 6 pm.

Rent a table or sell out of your vehicle for $20 per unit. Contact Tina @ 780619-8454 or Brenda @ 780662-3609. A great opportunity to come meet your neighbours.

TM20-21p ________________________ Multi-family garage sale Friday, May 27th from 12 - 8 pm and Saturday, May 28th from 9 am - 4 pm at 4236 55 Ave. Tofield.

TM20p ________________________ Farm yard and household sale. Includes corral panels, gates, head gate, tires, tools, saws, apt sized dishwasher, 1992 20ft fifth wheel, household and miscellaneous.

MAC Tool Truck on site.

Sale at 49005 Rge Rd 191.

From Camrose take 833 north, then east on 617 turn north at Rge Rd 191 1/8th of a mile. South of Tofield on Rge Rd 191. Friday, May 27 from 4:00 pm - 9 pm, Saturday, May 28 from 9 am - 9 pm, Sunday, May 29 from 10 am - 3 pm. TM20p ________________________

Lougheed Playschool in Lougheed, AB is looking for a part time teacher for the 2016/17 school year. Must be energetic and enjoy children. Job duties include but not limited to planning and implementing a lesson geared towards 3 and 4 year olds. Must have Alberta Child Development Worker level 2 or 3 or equivalent. Be willing to work with a parent run board, well organized and able to work with diverse backgrounds.

Please email resumes with qualifications and 2 references to lisa_thorn49@hotmail.com or Box 311 Lougheed, AB T0B 2V0 by June 3, 2016.

20-21c ________________________

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 ________________________ Roy’s Handyman Services.

Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work.

780-662-0146 or 780-2323097.

TMtfn ________________________ Straight Line Fencing Custom Fencing - All types.

We also remove old fencing.

Clearing of bush. Also selling Liquid Feed. Mark Laskosky 780-990-7659.

36tfnc ________________________ Pinoy’s Cleaning and Janitorial Services Now open to serve you the best! For all you cleaning needs: Houses, offices, halls, shops, trailers, motorhomes, commercial complex, windows, establishments, and more!

Satisfaction guaranteed!

For more information, call 780-385-4154. Book your schedule now! One time, regular, by contact, or subcontract. Owned and managed by: Elizabeth F. Andersen.

CP17-21p ________________________

FOR RENT 2 bedroom large suite in 3story walk-up apartment building under new professional management with live-in, on-site caretaker.

Close to Town Centre, hospital and No-Frills Superstore. Rent from $895, incl. utilities, energized parking stall. DD $500. Seniors welcome with special rate. 780632-6878 or 780-918-6328 LL06tfnp ________________________ FOR RENT IN TOFIELD: 2 bedroom basement suite close to downtown and library. $700 per month includes heat. $700 security deposit. No smoking, no pets, references required.

Call 780-995-9339.TM16tfnc ________________________ Viking - 3 bedroom townhouse. Available immediately. Call Brenda at 780254-0130 42tfnc ________________________ Bachelor and 1 bedroom suites, 3 appliances.

Bachelor from $695, 1 bdrm from $795, rent incl. water, heat, energized parking stall. SD $500. 780-632-3102 LL06tfnp ________________________ For rent in Irma - Cozy 2 bedroom house. Four appliances. Utilities included.

No pets. No smoking.

Available now. Phone Donna 780-754-3766. 05tfnc ________________________ Viking - For rent - 3 bedroom, bath and 1/2.

Available immediately. $1,000 per month includes utilities. Call Lee at 780-3366089 or Murray at 780-3366088 03tfnc ________________________

FOR SALE Wood for Sale. $40 per 1/2 ton truck. 780-803-8754.

LL20-21p ________________________

GARAGE SALE Multi-Family Garage Sale Fri., May 27 4 - 6 pm, Sat., May 28 10 - 6 pm. 7km S of Kinsella. Hwy 870. Follow the signs. Household.

Vehicle.

Sports.

Toys.

Clothes.

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Does your club have an event planned?

Advertise in Classifieds

LIVESTOCK Short horned bulls for sale.

Polled, semen tested, optimal birth weights. Delivery available. Call Shepalta Farm at 780-679-4719.

CP15tfnc ________________________ Purebred Salers Bulls.

White, tan, red and black.

Scattered Spruce Salers.

780-768-2284 or Cell: 780208-0199.

03-25c ________________________ Bulls for sale. QUIET twoyear-olds and yearlings, black angus bulls and black baldie bulls available.

Semen tested. 780-632-1961 or 780-632-1104. LL11-25p ________________________

REAL ESTATE WOW WHAT A DEAL $38,888 for a 1352 SQFT HOME. ENERGY EFFICIENT FURNACE, 3 LARGE BEDROOMS, 1 AND 1/2 BATHROOM. RYLEY, AB #3 5256-52 AVE. CALL 780-662-0383.

TM16tfnp ________________________

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

TM36tfnc ________________________ Wipf’s Greenhouse. Greenhouse, Bedding Plants, Vegetables. Located on RR 180, TWP 473 - 1/2 mile west on TWP 473. Monday Saturday 8 am - 8 pm, Sunday 12 - 6 pm. Closed Wednesday evenings.

Phone: 780-385-8389 or 780385-4934.

15-21c ________________________

Classified Ads Work!!

THANK YOU Thank you to my friends and family for helping me celebrate my birthday. A special thank you for the beautiful cards, flowers, gifts, phone calls and best wishes. Your kindness is deeply appreciated and it made my birthday a very memorable day.

Jean Klontz 20p

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Business Directory

Garage Doors Residential Garage Door Repair

1” ad $40/month; 2” ad $80/month Advertise Today. Call Marion @ 780-895-2780 or email: lmtleader@gmail.com

Barry Luyckfassel

587-590-3677

Auto Repair

35 YEARS EXPERIENCE

bluyckfassel@outlook.com

Electrician

SERVICING Heavy Trucks and Trailers Motorhomes Automobiles Tractors SPECIALIZING IN Kubota Equipment

OPEN MON-FRI 8AM – 6PM AND SAT 8AM – 1PM Darrell Sabo

Hair Stylist

Quality Electric

Mundare Salon & Barber

K Residential K Commercial K Industrial

Matt Luyckfassel

Kerry Beitz Owner/Hairstylist

5216 - 50 Street Mundare, Alberta

780-221-7193

780-910-9748

4715 - 51 Street, Lamont, AB business 780-579-1100 drdeezspecialties@gmail.com cell 587-338-5910

mattluyckfassel@hotmail.com

Bottle Depot

Excavation Contractor

BRUDERHEIM BOTTLE DEPOT

ELIMINATE YOUR HEATING BILLS!

Aggressive Crushing Ltd.

100% WOOD HEAT, no worries.

Keep your family safe and warm with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler.

Call: TRIPLE E HEATING today.

Phone: 780-918-3766 Website: www.tripleeheat.com

780-796-3322

NO WAITING & BEST SERVICES

Tues to Sat 10 am – 5 pm

Construction

We will be crushing recycled concrete in the Lamont area.

Finished product of 63 or 45mm minus aggregate

WE REPAIR WALLS THAT LEAK

NOW TAKING ORDERS OF 50 TONNES OR MORE Please call Frank at 780-235-4993 www.agressivebobcat.com

www.foundationguy.ca leak repair sump installation weeping tile installation waterproofing structural damage restore

Hot Tub Service T.L.C. Hot Tub Sales & Service - Inspection - Repairs - Sales - Service (mobile) - Water Care - 24 hr Emergency calls -

Fencing

wall

Free Inspection

Home Improvements

Tim Dekker

780-996-0622

Kennels

780-709-5685 Over 20 years experience

EST. 2006

Commercial • Residential • Industrial Chain Link • Ornamental

Rene Pedersen, Tofield AB. 780-919-0934 www.universalfence.ca • rp@universalfence.ca universalfence@hotmail.com PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION GUARANTEED

Pet Boarding Service

Cozy Critters

Box 462, Hwy 15 Bruderheim, Alberta T0B-2R0

Phone 780-992-7990

Lamont Boarding Kennels Where Dogs Play

Funeral

(780) 895-2440

lamontboardingkennels@@gmail.com www.lamontboardingkennels.com

Forever MONUMENTS

Day Care

Myles Faragini Owner/Operator

Machinery

Best Quality Granite, Design

Open Mon.-Fri. 6:30 am to 6:00 pm Ages 12 months to 12 years Fullylicensed-pre-accredited-subsidy Licensed - Accredited - Subsidy Accepted Fully accepted!

780-764-2272 5219 - 5050Street, 780-764-2272 5236 Street,Mundare Mundare

CREATING A LASTING IMPRESSION 28 YEARS OWNER BUY DIRECT AND SAVE 4217-51 Avenue, Vegreville, AB. TOLL FREE: 844-632-2054 CELL: 780-966-9191 WEBSITE: www.forevermonuments.com

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Mini Batch Concrete

PH: 780.720.6361 FAX: 780.922.8715 EMAIL: GSH50@SHAW.CA

Located in Bruderheim AB, 5130-52 avenue

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 17

Tree Services

Business Directory

TITAN TREE MOVING SERVICE Huge 82” 6 spade mover ensures high survivability and less babysitting

1” ad $40/month; 2” ad $80/month Advertise Today. Call Marion @ 780-895-2780 or email: lmtleader@gmail.com

Plumbing/Heating JMP Plumbing & Heating Ltd. Furnace & Hot Water Tank Replacement Plumbing - New Home Construction Air Conditioning - Gas Fitting - Gas Fire Places Garage Heaters - Service & Repair - Sheet Metal

John Panek 780-999-2065 jmpplumbing@live.ca Box 84, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0

Professional New Law Office in Mundare!

• General Practice, with Family Law coming soon • Kowal Realty Building beside the Mundare Registry • Tuesdays from 10 AM to 3 PM or by appointment • Curtis Long and Sam Safi are pleased to welcome Jaime Burghardt to the team • Call (877) 485-3098 or (780) 908-9811 for Jaime’s direct line

Motor Vehicle Accidents, Fatal Accidents, Wills, & More Elizabeth J. Tatchyn, B.A., LL.B BARRISTER & SOLICITOR By appointment only

at Smith Insurance Service, Main Street Lamont etatchyn@biamonte.com Edmonton: 780-425-5800 * Speaks Ukrainian *

Real Estate

Renovations

CALL 780-603-3437 TITAN TREE SERVICES Tree moving & removal, trimming, pruning, brush & stump mulching.

We haul away the debris!

CALL 780-603-3437

Trucking

IN/OUTDOOR RENOVATIONS

Trevor Schinkinger Trucking Ltd.

Now Operating in Lamont County For quotes call Andrew - 780-982-3836 email dcgltd@outlook.com or find us on FaceBook

• Sand, Gravel & Top Soil • Loading & Hauling • Landscaping • Excavating • Demolition

Roofing It’s a

Family Tradition for 32 years

Best West Roofing 780-716-8197 www.deanstokesband.com

Septic Services BECJM Enterprises Ltd. Backhoe, directional boring, trackhoe, hydrovac, steamer, picker & gravel truck Bill & Charles Matthews CERIFIED SEPTIC DESIGNER & INSTALLER Box 197 Bruderheim, AB T0B 0S0

ph/fax 780-796-3952

becjment@telus.net

Ph: 780-895-2349

Cell: 780-220-5405

Box 412 Lamont, Alberta T0B-2R0

Water Hauling

GCH Trucking Ltd. – Clean Non-Potable Water – industrial / agricultural supply and custom work

Geoff Harrold, Owner Lamont, AB

(780) 220-1025

gch_trucking@hotmail.com

e SqueethezMOST out of your advertising dollars Place your ad in this newspaper 12345 wide and province $ with a combined circulation of over 800,000 for only...

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Stadnick Contracting (2011) Ltd. Vacuum Services formerly Shumansky Vacuum Tank Service is now available for septic cleaning For all your real estate needs

Office – 780-764-4007 5004 50 Street, Mundare www.kowalrealty.ca

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Advertise on the website only: Your 300pix x 250pix ad will appear static on every page & post 24/7 with a link to your webpage for $80/mth.

Contact: Brett Ph: 587-991-0398 Sherry Ph: 780-267-7354 No job too big or small, we’ll do them all!

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Of course I believe in Newspaper Elves... who do you think puts the paper together?

Some would say this was a mistake; others see creative marketing; what’s your perception?

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Blanket Alberta Ads take approximately 10 days to process _________________________ AUCTIONS _________________________ REACH OVER 1 Million Readers Weekly. Advertise Province Wide Classifieds.

Only $269 + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call now for details 1-800-282-6903 ext.

228; www.awna.com. _________________________ COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 9th Annual Calgary Premier Collector Car Auction.

Grey Eagle Resort & Casino, Calgary, Alberta, June 17-19.

Time to consign, all makes & models welcome. 1-888-2960528 ext. 102; Consign@egauctions.com; EGauctions.com. _________________________ MACHINE SHOP Closeout Auction for Core Manufacturing Ltd. Tuesday, June 7, 11 a.m., 8124 McIntyre Rd., Edmonton. Milling machines, CNCs, tooling, shop equipment. Details contact Meier Auctions 780-440-1860. _________________________ CANADIAN PUBLIC AUCTION. We now do Farm Sales.

Complete dispersals, appraisals & net minimum guarantees! For a free, no obligation quote call today!

403-852-8721 or www.canadianpublicauction.com. _________________________ (2) DAY UNRESERVED AUCTION. Industrial Tuesday, June 21, 2016, 8 a.m.

Agricultural - Wednesday, June 22, 2016, 8 a.m. Aldersyde, Alberta. To consign to these auctions call Canadian Public Auction 403-269-6699 or see www.canadianpublichauction.co

_________________________ ACREAGE AUCTION for Marjorie Chieduch & Estate of Dennis Chieduch - May 28, Onoway, Alberta. 2005 & 1999 Cadillac; Cat 246 loader; shop tools; horse tack; trailers; misc./household. View details at www.spectrumauctioneering.com. 780-967-3375 / 780903-9393. _________________________ ESTATE OF LEO FRASER & Guest Consignors. Wed., June 1, 5:30 p.m. MAS Sales Centre, Blackfalds, Alberta. Selling 2005 Dodge Dakota, wood working & mechanical tools, lawn & garden equipment & much more. See www.montgomeryauctions.com. 1-800371-6963. _________________________ K & K AUCTIONS PRESENTS an Antique, Collectible Auction for Dick Gerwing Estate and guest consignors.

Sunday, June 5, 9:30 a.m., Bashaw Community Centre, Bashaw, Alberta; www.globalauctionguide.com.

Doug, Loraine 780-679-4142. _________________________ BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES _________________________ CONTROL YOUR FINANCIAL future selling Watkins products. Watkins has provided stability & high income for its associates for over 145 years.

Join for less than $50. 1-800279-6104.

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Disability Tax Credit. Expert Help: 1-844-453-5372. _________________________ RESTAURANT FOR SALE by tender, closing on June 17, 2016. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Seating capacity for 100. Fully equipped with grill, deep fryer, coolers, freezers, walk in cooler, chairs, tables, pots, pans, dishes, glasses, flatware, etc.

Located on three lots on the corner of Highway 3 and 24, Saskatchewan. Contact Ron Radke at 306-883-4321, by email at ron.radke@spiritwood.cu.sk.ca or Lola Lapesky at 306-883-4322 or by email at lola.lapesky@spiritwood.cu.sk. ca for further information. _________________________ HIGH PROFIT high cash producing loonie vending machines. All on locations Turnkey operation, perfect home based business. Full details call now! 1-866-6686629.

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The deadline for Blanket Classifieds is Wednesday at 4 p.m.

These blanket classified ads are produced through a joint agreement by The Community Press, Viking Weekly Review, Lamont Leader, Tofield Mercury and Alberta Weekly Newspaper Association (AWNA). These ads appear in all AWNA member papers (120 papers) for the cost of $269.00 (+gst) for the first 25 words, $8.00 per word over 25. To place a blanket classified, call a CARIBOU PUBLISHING representative at 780-385-6693 or email ads@thecommunitypress.com. _________________________ EQUIPMENT FOR SALE _________________________ A-STEEL SHIPPING CONTAINERS. 20', 40' & 53'. 40' insulated reefers/freezers.

Modifications possible windows, doors, walls, as office, living work-shop, etc., 40' flatrack/bridge. 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com. _________________________ FEED AND SEED _________________________ HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. "On Farm Pickup" Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877250-5252. _________________________ FOR SALE _________________________ METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 32+ colours available at over 55 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1888-263-8254. _________________________ BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES 4-6 feet, $35 each. Machine planting: $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee $75-$125/ order. Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0961. _________________________ SAWMILLS from only $4,397.

Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/4 00OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext.

400OT. _________________________ POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com. _________________________ WHITE SPRUCE or Lodgepole pine trees for sale. 3' to 5' $35 & 5' to 7' for $45 each (planted) AB/SK wide delivery. Cojo Contracting 780-524-2656; cojo.contractors@gmail.com. _________________________ HEALTH _________________________ CANADA BENEFIT GROUP Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888511-2250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment. _________________________ LIVESTOCK FOR SALE _________________________ FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh bulls, yearlings and 1-2 year old polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913-7963; www.simmeronranch.ca. _________________________ MANUFACTURED HOMES _________________________ SUNSHINE HOMES, Millet.

Save $10,000 on new modular orders. Custom Modular Homes starting at $129,500. 90 day delivery. Call now 1-855888-2254.

_________________________ REAL ESTATE _________________________ 5 PARCELS OF FARMLAND near Hondo, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction on June 9. Over 475 acres of Farmland & Grazing Lease. Contact Cody Rude: 7 8 0 - 7 2 2 - 9 7 7 7 ; rbauction.com/realestate. _________________________ 31 FULLY SERVICED LAKE LOTS - Murray Lake, Saskatchewan. Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 27 in Saskatoon.

Lots range from 0.28 +/- to 0.35 +/- acres. Brennan LeBlanc: 306-280-4878; rbauction.com/realestate. _________________________ LAKE FRONT RESIDENCE Pigeon Lake, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Edmonton.

1313 +/- sq. ft., 1 1/2 storey home - 0.2 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. _________________________ FARMLAND W/GRAVEL

RESERVES - Cardston, Alberta.

Ritchie Bros.

Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, July 21 in Lethbridge.

130.65 +/- title acres, gravel reserves in excess of 2.4 million m3. Jerry Hodge: 780-7066652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. _________________________ INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY & SHOP - Strathmore, Alberta.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, June 15 in Edmonton. 2+/- title acres industrial property & 8000 sq. ft. shop. Jerry Hodge: 780-7066652. Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. _________________________ HOTEL/APARTMStore/VLTs/ Restaurant and Lounge for sale in High Prairie, Alberta. 780507-7999. _________________________ PASTURE & hay land. 400 8000 acres year round water.

Management available. Central Sask. Natural springs excellent water. Grazing available. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k - $2.6m. Doug Rue 306-716-2671; sask-

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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016 - 19

Local volleyball athlete and coach shine at nationals Michelle Pinon Editor

“Nationals is a great experience,” stated Geoff Bryks, and why not, since the team he plays with, the Park Elite Volleyball Club’s U-18 team captured the gold medal during the recent Canadian Volleyball Championships .

It was the first year Geoff had played for the Park Elite Volleyball Club, and Club Founder and President Kyle Hazlehurst was thrilled with the final outcome. “Geoff has played well this year, and impressed the national level athletes I have as my assistant coaches.

He is one of many players who travelled from all over Edmonton and surrounding areas. Geoff has been able to thrive in this sport through hard work and support from his parents who drive over two hours a night, three times a week for five months to get him here.”

As far as the caliber of play, Hazlehurst said, “These are the top

Grade 11-12 volleyball players in the country competing hard for their teams on a national level and looking to secure post secondary scholarships or their first year of college or university.

First day we played Ontario #s 5 and 8.

Lost both matches. As well as Saskatchewan #7 from La Loche and won 2 sets to 0.

“We were reseeded into a power pool going for division 1 tier 3/4. We went 0-2 second day putting us in tier 4.

“Sunday morning we played Fort McMurray and won 2 sets to one. This was playoff day so it was a win and continue or lose and you are done. So it was hard for me and the team to end Fort Macs’ national tournament after the tough few weeks they have had.

They gave us our best game of the tournament and after the game I presented the coaches with $200 in gift cards for their team from ours to put towards a team dinner.

“Our semi final match was against Lakeland from Lloydminster. We won

Geoff, middle, poses with teammate Dustin Buryn from Vegreville on the left, and Conor Wheat from Fort Saskatchewan.

SUBMITTED PHOTOS

Pictured from left to right are: Andrew School Athletic Director and Park Elite Volleyball Club founder and coach Kyle Hazlehurst, coach Brett Kincade, Geoff Bryks and Michael Gordulic after the Tier 4-U-18 team from Alberta won the National Volleyball Championships in Saskatoon, SK. from May 13-15.

2-0. The division 1 tier 4 final was Graduation from Andrew School on against the Swift Current Sundogs. May 28, and then in the fall he will be Our boys showed up ready to play and attending Concordia University in the the game ended fast, two sets to none. Bachelor of Science Program.

Securing the club’s first ever national gold medal, and mine, after 14 years of playing and coaching.”

Overall, Geoff said playing club volleyball, (which he has played for the last four years), has been a great experience. “I met great friends and had great coaches that help me enhance my volleyball skills each year. I am very grateful to my parents, (Garry and Wanda), for driving me to practices and tournaments.”

As far as what lies ahead Geoff Bryks follows through on a great smash during for Geoff, it will be a recent volleyball match in Edmonton.

Fur & Feathers Homesteaders Market a great success Michelle Pinon Editor

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Amber Thiessen, left, and Brooklynn Broesky-Blais were busy manning the treats for the cute and cuddly creatures in the petting zoo. This little girl, (below) checked out the flowery finds courtesy of Thiels Greenhouses.

Nicole Goy and Jake Thiessen were over the moon!

The organizers of the first ever Fur & Feathers Homesteaders Market in Chipman on Saturday, May 14 was an overwhelming success. More than 300 people and 35 vendors participated in the unique buy, sell and trade event that attracted a diverse array of people as well as a great variety of products during day long event.

“We have vendors that are already asking to come back for the next one,” said Nicole. “One vendor told me we should be very proud of ourselves…we are! We want to thank the volunteers and everyone who came out and made this market a success.”

There was absolutely

nothing to complain about. The volunteers, vendors, attendance, community, and even the weather cooperated during the event that featured homemade honey,

chickens, turkeys, peacocks, handmade wood carvings, fresh baked goods, and concession to name a few.

The petting zoo and bale maze were very

popular, and kept everyone busy and happy.

“The way things are going, it looks like there will be a second annual event,” added Nicole.

There were several different varieties of chickens and turkeys available for sale during the one day event in Chipman.

20 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 24, 2016