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Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission upgrades Ryley facility MOUSH JOHN Editor

The Ryley water truck fill has finally got an upgrade, long overdue since 2001. Operated by the Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission, there are six bulk water truck fills in Beaver County.

“The Ryley truck fill was last upgraded in 2001 but has suffered some damage over the years and has required some enhancements to better serve its customers.,” said Brent Clark, Operations Director. “Rural water users in the Ryley area formed the Bathgate Water Co-op to investigate ways of improving the supply of water to local users.”

According to Clark, the Commission has worked with the Bathgate Water

Co-op for several years to find a solution for enhancing water supply.

“The most feasible option was to upgrade the Ryley truck fill,” he explained.

The Bathgate Co-op was awarded funding from Beaver County that was provided to the County by Clean Harbors. Some of this funding has been designated to the upgrading of the truck fill.

“Claystone Waste has also been interested in participating in this enhancement project,” Clark added. “Ultimately, it was agreed that there would be a three-way funding split between Beaver County/Bathgate Co-op; Claystone Waste; and Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission.”

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Seen here is Ryley’s truck fill facility.

He further explained that the project required the closing of the truck fill for approximately three weeks to allow for the old structure to be removed and the new facility to be constructed.

“All contractors in-

volved worked together to complete the project in a timely manner. The new facility has two filling bays, one for commercial vehicles and one for smaller, self-haulers.

Vehicles can now fill quicker and both bays

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According to Clark, catch basins have been installed to collect spillage and discharge it Continued on Page 14

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Tofield artist to exhibit at the Edmonton Art Walk Moush John

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Tofield artist, Michael Mikulin, will be showcasing his ‘curved’ works of art at the Edmonton’s Whyte Avenue Art Walk held at the Army and Navy Department Store in the downton core.

What sets Mikulin’s art apart is his emphasis on

the ‘curved surfaces’ he works on.

“I remember seeing one in the States many years ago, and that left an impression on me, inspiring me to make my own, and so far so good,” said Mikulin, who is getting ready to exhibit at the end of July.

“Of all the art I’ve looked at and engaged in, I have not seen an-

other ‘curved painting’! I think they are unique and they stand out against a host of other works of art.”

So far he has painted quite a few, and speaking of one of his recent works, called ‘Soul of the

World’, Mikulin explained how it was inspired by Italian Renaissance artist, Leonardo da Vinci’s ‘Salvator Mundi’ painting.

“In the painting, Christ is seen in an anachronistic blue Renaissance

dress, making the sign of the cross with his right hand, while holding a transparent, non-refracting crystal orb in his left, signaling his role as Salvator Mundi and representing the ‘celestial sphere’ of the heavens,”

he explained. “Mine is a more modern interpretation and I take great strides in imagination.

Being a Da Vinci fan, I’ve read a great deal about him, so I did the painting Continued on Page 9

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BRSD to focus on student literacy and mental health programming in the new academic year Moush John Tofield Mercury

Another academic year has come to an end for the Battle River School Division (BRSD) in June, but it’s been one of many ups and downs.

“In terms of COVID, we were really proud of how our students and staff were able to adapt and adjust to all the new

protocols that had to be put in place for the year.,” said Diane Hutchinson, Communications Director. “Masking, distancing, cohorts, etc. were a big change and everyone did their very best.

“Case wise, we had many months that were case free in our schools and two ‘waves’ – one in November-December,

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responded to in our BRSD schools. At one point, in late April, we

had a total of 1,500 BRSD students and staff in quarantine! And at other

times we had zero.”

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Council Corner Tofield welcomes normal activities but proceed with cauton Alberta has now entered the third phase of COVID restrictions.

The third phase sees the further lessening of restrictions and a more normal return to life.

This phase is certainly welcomed, however, should be welcomed cautiously. Although our daily case numbers and total provincial average is significantly lower than we had become accustomed to, we must simply know COVID is going to continue, and we must be mindful of that.

2020 saw the inability to safely proceed to gatherings, group functions and events not only in Tofield but throughout Alberta. I am pleased to say that the summer of 2021 is going to look quite different.

The Tofield Agricultural Society has planning underway to have the Sod Buster Rodeo take

place on August 7, 2021. Also, the Chamber of Commerce and their organizing Committee are preparing for the Promenade to be held on Friday August 6, 2021.

As more details are available, both groups will be looking to formally advertise.

We have also heard mention of the Ron Robinson, Legion Golf Tournament as well as possibly a men’s baseball tournament.

Tofield, these events should be met with great excitement. These events bring not only energy to the community, but they bring camaraderie and a true benefit to our

local businesses. These events are needed for Tofield, they are needed for our mental health and are needed for the viability of our community.

Planning and registration has also begun for the Ry-Tof slow pitch tournament. This tournament brings great activity to Tofield and was a dearly missed event last year. This function without question draws provincial attention and excitement. The community grows over these three days and the energy can be felt in the community.

Tofield, there is a light after

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what has been a dark time for all of us, in varying capacities. We must take the opportunity to share fellowship with our friends, family, and neighbours. This truly is our opportunity to showcase our wonderful community. However, amongst our celebrations, we must also be cognizant of our duties and responsibilities to our families, friends, neighbours, and visitors.

To f i e l d , enjoy the upcoming events, however, please do so safely and responsibly.

Respectfully submitted, Mayor and Council

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Tofield RCMP Report Sgt. Lee Knelsen Tofield RCMP

The Tofield RCMP responded to 41 occurrences from July 12 to 18, 2021 (inclusive). Also included in these calls for service were ten traffic complaints/tickets, two motor vehicle collisions,

eleven suspicious person/vehicle complaints and traffic enforcement provided by the K Division Traffic Unit.

On July 12, Tofield RCMP responded to a theft of motor vehicle complaint in Tofield.

RCMP attended and found that a 1999 white

Ford truck was stolen.

This file is still under investigation.

On July 12, Tofield RCMP responded to a theft complaint from a business in Beaver County. RCMP attended and found that a generator was stolen from the business. This file is still

Tofield Agricultural Society is accepting tenders for

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under investigation.

On July 12, Tofield RCMP responded to a mischief complaint in Holden. RCMP attended and found that a commercial property was attended and that suspect(s) had stolen a catalytic converter from a vehicle parked on the property. On July 13, Tofield RCMP arrested Skip William Davison (37), of Tofield, and charged him with the following: Theft under

$5,000; Mischief to property under $5,000; Failure to comply with release order. Skip William Davison was held for judicial hearing and was released on conditions to appear in Vegreville Provincial Court on Aug. 16.

On July 12, Tofield RCMP responded to a theft of motor vehicle complaint in Beaver County. RCMP arrived and found that a 2003 Ford truck and a 2009 Nissan truck were stolen

from the property. This file is still under investigation.

On July 12, Tofield RCMP responded to a suspicious person/vehicle complaint in Beaver County. The complainant advised that they witnessed a vehicle backing a trailer onto a property and when approached, the vehicle left the scene.

RCMP attended and located a stolen trailer on Continued on Page 5

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The Battle River Community Foundation is now receiving applications for grants The Battle River Community Foundation is now receiving applications for grants from from our Community Fund and of Funds.

Interest Funds. the Community Fund and Field of Field Interest Grantsare are made made totoorganizations operating in east-central Alberta that are recognized Grants organizations operating in east-central Alberta that are as qualified donees by the Canada Revenue Agency. This includes registered charitable recognized as qualified donees by the Canada Revenue Agency.

This includes organizations and municipalities. registered charitable organizations and municipalities. Community organizations that Organizations seeking funds must demonstrate a strong and committed volunteer are notofregistered charities may apply partnership with a qualified donee.

Forms board directors, fiscal responsibility, andineffective management of resources.

Projects for partnership applications in additionpossible, to application forms investment and can beoffound that impact the largest numberare of individuals with a modest funds,on our are website. preferred. Grants are made for definite purposes and for projects covering a specific time period. In general, grants are approved for needs not met by other funding sources.

Organizations funds must demonstrate strong and Fund, committed In addition to seeking unrestricted grants available from thea Community Field ofvolunteer Interest board of directors, fiscal responsibility, and effective management of resources.

Funds provide grants targeted to projects reflecting donors’ interests, and include Arts, Athletics –that underprivileged challenged youth,ofBrain injury prevention, shelter Projects impact theand greatest number individuals possible Care withand a modest of animals, Education, Education and the humanities, Environment, Health, Health and investment of funds are preferred.

Grants are made for definite purposes and for wellness, Music, Nutritional programs for children, Outdoor education or environment, projects covering a specific time period. In general, grants are approved for projects Palliative care, Sustainable agriculture and Youth. There are also Funds targeted to support not met by other funding sources. projects in Alliance, Camrose, Flagstaff County, Forestburg, Galahad, Hardisty, Irma, Killam, Lougheed, Merna, Rosalind, Sedgewick, Strome and Wetaskiwin.

In addition to unrestricted grants available from the Community Fund, some Funds The deadline for 2011 applications is September 30, 2011. Grants will be provide grants targeted to projects reflecting donors’ interests. They include Animal announced in December.

Welfare, Arts, Brain Injury Prevention, Education, the Humanities, Health and Wellness For further information and/or an application form please check our website at (including Mental and Emotional Health and Wellness), the Humanities, Literacy, www.brcf.ca, call our office at 780-679-0449, email to info@brcf.ca or write: Music, Nutrition and Food Security, Outdoor Education, Palliative Care, Preservation and Protection of the Environment, Preservation of History, Prevention of Family Violence, Services for Individuals with Special Needs, Sustainable Agriculture, Youth Athletics and Youth Projects and Programs.

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There are also Funds targeted to support projects serving residents of Alliance, Camrose, Flagstaff County, Forestburg, Galahad, Hardisty, Hay Lakes, Hughenden, Box 1122 Irma, Killam, Lougheed, Merna, Rosalind, Sedgewick, Strome, Viking and Wetaskiwin.

Camrose, AB T4V 4E7 The deadline for receipt of 2021 applications is close of business Monday, August 16, 2021. Grants will be announced in December.

For further information and/or an application form, please check our web site at www.brcf.ca, email brcfoundation@gmail.com, call our office at 780-679-0449 or write Battle River Community Foundation, Box 1122, Camrose, Alberta, T4V 4E7.

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Camrose County offers a Pre-Authorized Monthly Payment Plan for taxes. The deadline to apply is June 30th each year. However, you can start January 1st for next year. If you wish to start in January, your application must be received before December 15, 2021. Application forms and further information can be obtained by contacting the County Administration Office at 780-672-4446 or from the Camrose County website: www.county.camrose.ab.ca Paul King County Administrator

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Loose Ends: Sometimes I Just Want Colour

Carol Livingstone Tofield Mercury Columnist

We have a brand new colour laser printer perched like a big black crow atop a cabinet in the kitchen. The old one

sat in the family room for years, even after it stopped working; we have a black and white printer and were happy enough with it so didn’t bother repairing its more colourful brother. Having to run downstairs to get the print every time we used it had lost its appeal as well.

After I mentioned wanting to print in colour once in a while, and could we fix the old printer, Hubby checked it out. He came back

with pages the colour of the inside of a blood orange. Apparently when he tried printing test pages the magenta paint thingy – cartridge? – blew up and sprayed magenta over everything. He cleaned it up but getting it working properly again, plus replacing the four or five colour cartridges for over $100 each-well, you do the math. More than a new printer would cost, it turns out. So far we don’t have it run-

ning; ‘we’ being Hubby.

All I know about printers is when the green button is lit up its ready. But we have a call in to our favourite IT guy so help is on his way.

Printers are probably next to obsolete, what with all the Smart devices like phones that do everything but cook our suppers and other gizmos and gadgets that do double or triple duty for those who know how things work. I’m not one

of those and even Hubby, who has always been smarter than me, but don’t tell him I admitted that, has his limits.

At my age, somewhere between being eligible for senior discounts and death, I no longer care who knows that I’m a technodunce who still types with three fingers and knows nothing about clouds except that when they grow dark and angry looking they are getting ready to burst

and dump a lot of water on our heads.

So once it is doing its thing I’ll be happy to use my new antique printer whenever I want. Or the black and white one if I choose. We’re not retiring it.

Sometimes I just want colour; quilts and grandchildren don’t look their best in shades of grey.

Point and laugh if you must. At least I’m not reviving the old ink jet. I have to draw the line somewhere.

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the property. The trailer was seized. This file is still under investigation.

On July 13, Tofield RCMP responded to a theft of motor vehicle complaint in Tofield.

RCMP arrived and found that a 2002 Ford truck was stolen from the property. This file is still under investigation.

On July 15, Tofield RCMP responded to a theft of trailer complaint in Holden. RCMP arrived and found that a flatbed trailer was stolen from the property. This file is still under investigation.

On July 15, that they had paid $400 as a de-

posit on a trailer, located on Kijiji. The complainant transferred the money and requested to view the trailer and was subsequently unable to get in contact with the seller. The complainant was directed to report to the Canadian Anti Fraud Center at w w w. c a n a d i a n a n tifraud.ca. This file is still under investigation.

On July 17, Tofield RCMP responded to a suspicious person complaint in Tofield. RCMP attended and found that an abandoned property had been entered and that property may have been stolen from inside.

This file is still under investigation.

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Time to celebrate the Week of Indigenous Women PETER STOCKLAND Guest Columnist

The fifth ballot win that made RoseAnne Archibald the first ever female national chief of the Assembly of First Nations sealed the Week of Indigenous Women in Canada.

Fittingly, it came only seven days after the wave of soul-searching national angst over residential schools that led to overwrought cancellations of Canada Day in some corners of the country and long-faced looks of self-loathing in others.

At a minimum, Archibald’s triumphant indefatigability in breaking through what’s been decried as the old boys’ club of the AFN turned a certain tweet by the executive director of the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association from shocking to utterly fatuous.

Even as the AFN readied itself to vote in the election that brought Archibald to the headship of the national organization that represents 900,000 First Nations people, BCCLA boss Harsha Walia was on Twitter exhorting to “burn it all down” in response to acts of arson and vandalism against

churches mainly in B.C. and Alberta.

Thunder rolls of condemnation from Indigenous leaders such as former senator Murray Sinclair, plus reports of police inquiries into whether the tweet counselled violence against identifiable groups, sparked Walia to illuminate her Twitter intentions. Her tweet was meant “metaphorically,” she insisted. She wanted only to provoke generally setting fire to “it” – that vast pronoun encompassing the entire system of Canadian governance that includes such horrid historical offences as the creation of residential schools.

Right. Burn down the very “it” wherein Archibald could reach such an historic milestone in her 31-year political career.

“Today is a victory and you can tell all the women in your life that the glass ceiling has been broken,” Archibald said after two days of voting ended with a concession by her final opponent, Reginald Bellerose. “I thank all of the women who touched that ceiling before me and made it crack. You are an inspira-

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tion to me.”

It’s an inspiration that will doubtless be matched, without anything burning down, by Archibald firing the hopes of hundreds, if not thousands, of young Indigenous women to engage politically for reforms their communities want and need.

Nor need Archibald carry that inspirational responsibility alone. All of us can take great heart in the promise of justice by last week’s appointment of Canada’s first Indigenous governor general, Mary Simon.

Simon’s rich and highly esteemed pedigree in Indigenous and non-Indigenous work, as well as her reputation for graciousness and

calm, bode exceptionally well for her transcending any mere figurehead status. They excite a hope that lights the path toward genuine reconciliation.

Nowhere is the paradox of hope more evident than in the decision by former justice minister Jody Wilson-Raybould to leave federal politics rather than run again in an expected late summer or autumn election. Some read her departure as yet another triumph for petty politics or, as one observer said, “laying waste to anyone who crosses you in any way.”

Certainly, WilsonRaybould crossed a lot of powerful, petty people with her principled stand during the SNC-

Lavalin scandal. In her ripsnorter of a published farewell letter, she laid ample blame on the toxicity of internecine politics and the quagmire of adolescent ego jockeying within Parliament. “I have not made this decision in order to spend more time with my family,” she said with characteristic cheeky bluntness.

Consider these words in her fourth from last paragraph: “For me – and for you, too, I believe – it all leads to the same destination: A stronger Canada and a place we can all proudly call home. A continuation of the work required to build the most diverse and welcoming country in the world with the

most stable, accountable, and efficient government.”

Consider the hopefulness of those words coming from an Indigenous woman who has been obliged to fight for what she has achieved and who now sees her achievements mirrored in the achievements of two Indigenous sisters, who sees those achievements pointing toward a place where the horrid wrongs of the past are recognized and reconciled so we can all proudly call it home.

Burn it all down?

Nah. Let’s try something else instead. Let’s celebrate the Week of Indigenous Women. And then stretch it out for a year. And then for all the years to come.

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Letter to the Editor Arena, and the Ag Society.

Recently, the Tofield Agricultural Society, in conjunction with the Town of Tofield underwent two separate, independent investigations on the arena concrete pad and brine lines.

These two components, and their integrity being essential to the viability of the facility.

Through investigation, it has been determined that not only is the concrete pad in need to extensive review, but the brine cooling lines are also in need of extensive repair and replacement.

Without the two of these in fine standing there is a strong potential for ice making and usage to not be available.

However, it is the intent of the Agricultural

Dear Editor, The Tofield Arena was built in 1972 for the use of winter operations and has acted as a hub for the community for roughly 50 years. However, this facility has evolved to the current operations and sees usage not only in the winter months, but in the summer months as well. The versatility of the building has allowed for multiple users, and not just the traditional winter activities.

The Arena has acted as a gathering spot, a place to meet friends, family, loved ones, and see our children grow. It should be noted if not for the winter ice activities; the Tofield Arena would not be able to financially survive and this would be devastating to the longterm operations for the

Society and the Town to continue with ice making for the 2021/2022 season.

Through meetings involving the Ag Society executive and the Town, it has been determined, there is no choice other than to action replacement on these items. The Town has secured a

granting specialist to help in coordinating the intricate application and will be looking to have this submitted in the very near future. Along with this, the Ag Society has approached both Beaver County, as well as Tofield Council to make them aware, and to graciously ask for donation

HELP WANTED

Beaverhill Veterinary Services, a companion animal clinic in Tofield, has an opening for a second Veterinary Technician.

Preferably working P/T, would consider F/T.

monies to be provided.

Both respective councils have been receptive and have committed verbally to participating.

It should be noted that the repairs required are

extensive, which is a direct result in an exceptionally high cost.

Granting dollars will result in some of Continued on Page 14

HELP WANTED Beaverhill Veterinary Services, small animal clinic in Tofield, has an opening for a

Veterinary Medical Assistant.

The position is F/T, would consider P/T. • We are looking for a candidate with small or large animal handling experience.

• Work consists of patient intake and handling and general hospital maintenance.

We are open Monday to Friday, no weekends or evenings.

Clinic is open Monday to Friday.

Please, e-mail your resume to beavet@outlook.com

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Tofield and Area Church Directory Bardo Lutheran Church Pastor Calvin Andringa Sunday Worship Services: In Person – 10:00 AM Streaming – 10:00 AM Register for in person or access livestream through our website: tofieldalliancechurch.com

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Tofield Community Church Holden United Church Lead Pastor: Jon Stewart Tofield United Church Children/Youth Pastor: Nathan Nichols Due to COVID-19 in-person worship services have been suspended.

Live Sunday Worship at Online services will take place and can 10:30am www.tofieldchurch.com 780-662-3166 Services will be live streamed and available on our website/YouTube

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A Free Weekly Publication Serving All of Beaver County Wednesday, July 21, 2021, Volume 14, Issue 29

Beaver County considers declaring an agriculture disaster Patricia Harcourt Beaver County will consider making an Agriculture Disaster Declaration at this week’s county council meeting on Wednesday, July 21.

Crushing heat combined with lack of rain in the region has caused many crops and pasture land to suffer throughout the spring and into the early summer.

In her report to council, Aimee Boese said the hot, dry conditions in the last few weeks have affected crop growth and yields.

But she mitigated that with comments about conditions in the county varying depending on where a crop is located, and the fact that thunderstorms have had some impact on the situation.

“Across the county there has been

some variability in the amount of moisture received and some areas may be a bit better off than other areas,” she stated.

“The development of localized storms may also have had an impact on crops, either by providing needed moisture or causing damage to crops, depending on the length and duration of the storm.”

Boese made no recommendation to council on the declaring of an agriculture disaster.

However, she told them that a declaration can create awareness of a problem but does not automatically trigger financial aide from other levels of government.

Instead, the province must make a declaration to pave the way for payments through AFSC, the Alberta Finance Services

Corporation.

She also noted that a new partnership between the province and the federal government called the AgriRecovery Program is currently being formulated.

Under this program, AFSC claims adjustors are to be instructed to begin field inspections as quickly as possible to expedite insurance claims.

But crops are suffering, as indicated by the fact canola is losing 25 per cent of its yield and cereal crops are getting so burnt that seed development in the heads is markedly reduced.

The report also said crops like peas and flax have such stunted growth that harvesting them would be difficult.

Feed availability is starting to affect livestock producers as well,

as pastures dry out and haying yields are not turning out as well as had been expected.

“Moisture is needed, and rather quickly, to get crops and grasses that are still surviving in the field through to the end of the season,” she concluded.

Other municipalities are considering declaring disasters as well, but so far the only one to do so is Foothills County.

A municipal/provincial advisory group has recently met to discuss the conditions but plans to meet again in another two weeks after doing some information gathering.

Beaver County has declared agricultural disasters in the past, the most recently was for excessive moisture creating flooding crop conditions causing an inability to harvest crops.

would become infected are those who have not had their vaccine due to this hesitancy.

The Delta variant is becoming the dominant strain and unvaccinated persons are much more likely to end up in hospital or ICUs if they catch this variant. In the United States, most of the COVID-19 patients now starting to crowd hospital beds are unvaccinated.

The province is working on getting holdouts to come forward through pop up clinics and enticements such as the million dollar and outdoor activity package lotteries. All those who have had a first shot in their arm of vaccine are eligible for these prizes.

The county has also agreed to accept the help and resources of an

organization called 19ToZero. It is composed of medical professionals and others who put together the information and hold online presentations for the public.

“As the COVID-19 vaccine roll-out continues throughout the province Alberta Health Services recognizes that some residents are hesitant to accept the vaccine,” states Interim CAO Margaret Jones, in her report.

The team of experts are there “to ensure that these residents are making informed choices.”

Jones added: “19toZero is willing to create outreach opportunities for county residents and has requested that the county partner with them (by) communicating with them and making handouts available to the public.”

Outreach leader for 19toZero Dr. Nathan Rider explained in a letter that his team “has been reaching out to community groups across Alberta and Canada to provide accurate information around COVID-19 guidelines and vaccines, debunk myths and answer questions.”

The outreach work includes town hall style webinars and sharing handout information that is clear and accurate, plus planning of content and setting up the logistics and expert presenters.

As a partner with the county, the organization has offered to “work to support you and adapt outreach locally,” stated Rider, as well as meeting with council to share a presentation and question and answer session.

Beaver County accepts resources to counter vaccine hesitancy

Patricia Harcourt Beaver County will be accepting education and other resources from Alberta Health Service (AHS) aiming at vaccine hesitancy in rural areas.

The offer came at county council’s July 7 meeting, and was readily accepted by councillors. Some rural areas of the province have residents who are hesitating to get a COVID-19 vaccine, often citing misinformation found on social media websites as their reason for doing so.

Recently there have been pop up clinics in both Viking and Ryley, a sure sign that people in the county are not getting vaccinated as much as the province would like. There are fears that a fourth wave could begin in the fall and many of those who

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Tofield Transfer Station Hours: Wed, Fri and Sat 10:30 am - 5:30 pm

Viking Transfer Station Hours: Tues 10:30 am - 5:30 pm; Sat 10:30 am - 5:30 pm

Kinsella Transfer Station Hours: Wed 11:00 am - 5:00 pm; Fri 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

Beaver County Chronicle, July 21, 2021 - 3

Beaver County wants to deal with overgrown ditches Patricia Harcourt A concern about overgrown county ditches raised by Councillor Barry Bruce in Division 4 resulted in county councillors trying to find a solution.

A motion was passed that council direct administration to bring back a proposal to the July 21 meeting to remove vegetation from county ditches. At the July 21 meeting council will be considering a recommendation to defer a Roadside Vegetation Removal Program to the 2022 budget discussions.

At the July 7 meeting, Bruce said the vegetation and debris in his division’s ditches have been a point of order raised by local landowners. One property owner showed him a slough full of water that won’t drain out because of “ditches full of cattails,” that are holding the water back.

“The landowner doesn’t want to go on county property to deal with it,” said Bruce, adding: “It will rot in time,” especially in the dry weather.

“I couldn’t agree more,” said Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec (Division 3), citing problems in licensed waterways and county ditches “all over the county.”

He suggested this could become a county priority once the beaver dam removal project is completed.

Ag Fieldman Mike Bates then asked

the council what its priority would be, the ditches or the projects previously mandated by council that are already underway by public works.

Bates said Director of Transportation Dan Blackie and his team are “going full out” with their currently assigned projects, and with beaver dam removal.

“We don’t have the bodies to do it,” he said, of the vegetation removal in ditches. “We have the equipment but not the bodies.”

Although willing to “look into it,” Bates said “we don’t have the resources right now.”

“If we haven’t got the staff, I appreciate that answer,” said Division 1 Councillor Kevin Smook. And he felt that reallocation of resources when the county is already over half-way through the year would be problematic.

That meant looking at this as a project for 2022, “ he said, “because these things keep coming up and we need to deal with them.”

Bates replied to a query about manpower from Hrabec, telling him “the back hoe and track hoe are tied up replacing culverts.”

The idea of taking funds out of reserves for another project regarding ditches was also brought up.

“Landowners are saying some of the

County Corporate Review

County Corporate Review to be Conducted Beaver County Council is nearing the end of its 4-year term and is reviewing its performance as an organization.

The review has been initiated to ensure that Council is achieving its outcomes as directed by County policy and/or required under the Municipal Government Act. The last time that Council conducted a review was in 2009.

This year’s review will be conducted by a third party, JR McDonald and Associates Inc., and all aspects of Council governance, administrative management/operations, and program delivery will be included. In the interests of obtaining a thorough review, the lead consultant, Rick McDonald, welcomes input and comments both from within and outside the organization.

Your opinion is important! If you wish to participate in the review, you are encouraged to contact Mr. McDonald at jrmainc@telus.net or 780-719-9241.

All input will be kept confidential. The deadline for input is July 31, 2021.

smaller projects aren’t being done because we are working on the culverts,” said Hrabec, work that is easier to do when the sun is shining.

“When you go in to clean out a beaver dam it’s a lot easier to do when it’s dry,” he said.

Bruce said some of the work could be done by the grader operators “because the ditches are dry now.”

He favoured using county employees, but Hrabec also mentioned the possibility of contracting the work out.

“Mike can come back with options,”

said Reeve Jim Kallal (Division 2).

The county’s website states that mowing roadsides takes place to improve the drainage of road shoulders, allow road shoulders to dry out more quickly after rainfalls, improves sight lines for vehicles, and improves herbicide coverage to control weeks in ditches.

Beaver County applies herbicides to the roadside ditches to control and stop the spread of weeds along them, and to control tree regrowth to keep road allowances safe.

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Beaver County Service Centre 5120 - 50 Street Box 140 Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Notice of Development Permit The following Development Application has been APPROVED (except where otherwise noted) by the Development Officer under the provisions of Land Use Bylaw No. 98-801, subject to the right of appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board.

APPEAL DEADLINE: August 11, 2021 Application No. 020020-21-D0034 Applicant: Larson, Richard Location: SE 27-47-11-W4 Development: Natural Resource Extraction - Gravel Pit Any person wishing to appeal a decision may do so by serving written notice on the prescribed form (stating reasons for the appeal) and submitting the applicable fee of $200.00 to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board at the following address. The notice of appeal must be submitted before 4:30 pm on the appeal deadline date shown above, or be postmarked by the appeal deadline date. The prescribed form is available at www.beaver.ab.ca or at the County office.

Phone: (780) 663-3730 Fax: (780) 663-3602 Toll Free: 1-866-663-1333 www.beaver.ab.ca Email: administration@beaver.ab.ca

2021 Municipal Election 2021 is the year of municipal elections and October 18, 2021 is Election Day. In the past, submission of nominations was restricted to one day only. The Local Authorities Election Act has been amended to extend the time period during which nominations can be filed.

The new Nomination Period is January 1, 2021 to noon on Monday, September 20, 2021.

At any time during this period, a candidate may submit a Nomination Form.

The Nomination Form as well as a Candidate Information Package is available on the County’s website at www.beaver.ab.ca/council/2021-municipal-election.

Additional information regarding municipal elections is available on Alberta Municipal Affairs’ website at www.alberta.ca/municipal-elections.aspx.

Inquiries may be addressed to the Returning Officer, Margaret Jones, or the Substitute Returning Officer, Cindy Cox, at 780-663-3730, or by e-mail to mjones@beaver.ab.ca or cindy@beaver.ab.ca.

Further information regarding the above decision(s) may be obtained from the County Office, Ryley, Alberta.

SECRETARY Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Beaver County, Box 140 Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0 (780) 663-3730 Due to COVID-19, all appeal hearings will be held electronically until further notice.

STARS 2022 Calendars for Sale Due to COVID-19, this past year STARS has not been able to carry out their calendar campaign.

Beaver County Service Centre is assisting STARS fundraising efforts this year by selling 2022 calendars. Stop by the office, help support this great local initiative, purchase an updated 2022 calendar for $30 ea! Every contribution counts, we all fight for life!

New Horizons for Seniors New Horizons for Seniors’ Call for Proposal is coming soon!

Could your community use funding to help its seniors and Elders?

The New Horizons for Seniors (NHSP) program helps seniors and Elders stay physically and mentally stimulated, and engaged and connected within their communities by funding activities-based projects.

Do you have a project idea or activity in mind? Is it led or inspired by seniors/Elders? Will it benefit them? If you answered yes, you could be eligible for up to $25,000.

Here’s some inspiration–intergenerational projects and activities are a great idea.

Knowledge and cultural traditions passed on from seniors and Elders to our youth of today, is so important.

What’s next? Start brainstorming, and keep an eye out for the official NHSP Call for Proposal date announcement. In the meantime, let us know if you have any questions and visit our website for info on our program www.canada.ca/nhsp Let us help you help your community!

NHSP Outreach Team Jordan Gibbins Karen De Sousa jordan.gibbins@servicecanada.gc.ca karen.desousa@servicecanada.gc.ca AB BC

Township Road 202 Construction Update Over the next few weeks, Range Road 202 from Township Road 504 to 510, will be upgraded from an oiled surface to an all-weather hard surfaced road.

This involves stabilizing the road base with soil cement before applying two coats of “chip seal”. While this process is much different from the process to pave a road with asphalt, the end result will seem similar to residents and the travelling public resulting in a road that is not dusty when it is dry, nor muddy when it is wet.

During this construction phase, portions of the road may be closed to allow crews to work safely please use another route, detours will be posted or be cautious when you need to drive through construction zones (local traffic only). Beaver County's goal is to provide a healthy, injury free work environment for all employees, contractors, visitors and general public.

Already this year we have had people exceeding the posted speed limit through our construction zones, endangering staff, contractors and the public.

There are potential hazards to the public and vehicles during the construction process. This can include heavy machinery, dust or mud, road material such as gravel, asphalt coatings and rock chips.

We apologize for the inconvenience that road maintenance and upgrading causes, but the same roads that receive the most traffic also need the most maintenance. Thank-you for your patience and understanding during construction. If you have any questions, please call the Beaver County Service centre at 780-663-3730.

Community Events Bruce Stampede July 30 to August 1 Highway 14, Bruce, Alberta FREE dry camping (no services) and FREE parking all Stampede weekend long!

Friday, July 30 ABRA Jackpot 5pm Saturday, July 31 Local Rodeo Mule Race CPRA slack runs Entertainment

12:30pm Sunday, August 1 Pancake Breakfast 7:30-10am Grande Parade 10am Gospel Service Horseshoe Tournament 11am CPRA Pro Rodeo 1pm Kinsella Graveldome Bullarama Wednesday, July 21 7pm Wild Pony Race

Free Camping Admision: $20/person 10 & under free Sodbuster Rodeo August 7 & 8 Tofield, AB Saturday August 7 “Slack” performance 10am Rodeo Performance 4pm Sunday August 8 Rodeo performance 1pm

The Tofield Mercury, Wednesday, July 21, 2021 - Page 9

Tofield artist to exhibit at Edmonton Art Walk Continued from Page 2 in a Banksy style.”

Mikulin varies his techniques and surfaces on which he paints. If sometimes its ceramic, at other times it’s acrylic.

“In one of my paintings, called ‘With Helping Hand’, which shows a young woman helping a dog, I have used a technique called outline painting, on an acrylic background,” he noted.

“The young woman stops in the middle of the road during a thunder storm in traffic. I think the curves of the painting really accentuates the lady and the dog, as well as their shadows.”

It is Mikulin’s love for dogs, which inspired him to work on this painting,

he said.

“While at the show, I will also be doing live art, based on two of my new paintings – ‘Gone Fishin’ and ‘God of my Day – Lord of my Night’,” Mikulin said. “Both of

these paintings will be in full colour on canvas, and I will be using acrylic paints. The canvases are at the moment mounted on white frames.”

Mikulin narrated a story from his childhood

recalling how his dad and he would bond over camping and fishing trips, which has inspired his art work called ‘Gone Fishin’.

“In the last year of my dad’s life, I was fixing the old boat in which we

went fishing, and he asked me why was I trying to fix it, and I said, so that we could go fishing again! It tears me up everytime I think of that conversation I had with

him,” he stated. “Maybe one day I will paint a father and son fishing in a row boat. I’m fortunate that I was able to take my dad fishing a couple times before he passed.”

The Tofield Mercury will be closed on Monday, Aug. 2nd The paper will be available on Wednesday, August 4th

Advertising deadline for the August 4th edition is Friday, July 30th at 5:00 p.m.

Battle River School Division Continued from Page 3

According to Hutchinson, it was a year of ups and downs, and quite challenging.

“It was challenging for everyone to continue to adapt to the changing realities and BRSD is particularly grateful to all parents for their patience, support, and flexibility over the last year,” she noted. “After the schools switched to remote learning for two weeks and then had a return to in-person learning in late May, BRSD

was able to finish the last few weeks of the school year with a relatively low number of cases, and few classes in isolation.

“We were grateful to have the opportunity to have most students finish the school year together, in person, and especially grateful to be in a position to welcome small numbers of guests to join graduation ceremonies across the division, following provincial guidelines, and occupancy limits.”

For Hutchinson, and

surely for all students and staff, it’s been a “long year” that she said she was happy to put behind her.

“It's been a long year which we feel sure everyone is happy to have behind them,” she added. “Next year, the school division will focus on supporting student literacy and numeracy, and also on providing mental health programming and support. We hope that the fall will see a return to a more normal school environment.”

Hosted by: Tofield Agricultural Society Co-sanctioned: LAKELAND RODEO ASSOCIATION (LRA) and WILDROSE RODEO ASSOCIATION (WRA)

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SATURDAY, August 7 8 am

SODBUSTERS BREAKFAST at Tofield Arena Adults $10, Kids 5 & under FREE

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EVENING OUTDOOR BEER GARDENS Tofield Sportsgrounds – between Arena and Curling Rink No Minors Allowed.

SUNDAY, August 8 1:00 pm

RODEO PERFORMANCE Intermission Event: Mutton Bustin’ (ages 5&6 contact 780-662-3269 to enter) Concession OPEN in Arena Lobby and Beer Gardens at Rodeo Arena

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“This will control mud in the summer and ice in the winter,” he stated. “A concrete slab has been poured to direct spillage into the catch basins and heating lines have been installed in the slab to keep it free of ice during the winter months.

“Also, the overhead structure is much higher than the previous structure, allowing taller trucks to use the

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facility.”

A commercial ten cubic meter tanker can now fill in approximately 10 minutes, while a self-hauler with a two cubic meter tank can fill in approximately three minutes.

“Water rates for all users of the Highway 14 System were increased June 1, 2021,” Clark noted. “The reason for the increase is to meet current operating requirements and to develop reserve funds for the replacement or up-

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49529 RR 155 near Holden

5303 - 55 Ave., Viking

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Upgraded 3bdrm 1 bath bungalow with single detached garage, outer barns, 2 water wells. North of Holden. $253,333 realtor.ca E4245836

Priced for quick sale! Well maintained 1500+ sq. ft. 4 bdrm, 3 bath home with 22’ x 24’ detached 2 car garage. Large windows, recent upgrades, great price. $169,900 realtor.ca E4249697

Excellent property for a young family or as a retirement home. 4 bdrm, 4 baths on 100' x 140' lot, 30' x 32' Garage/Shop.

Many upgrades and quality appliances. $245,000 realtor.ca E4240573

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Pride of ownership shows throughout this well maintained and upgraded home. 3 bdrm, 3 baths. Fireplace, cathedral ceiling, single detached garage.

Great patio space in large yard. Move-in ready! $197,500 realtor.ca E4227295

4928 - 52 Ave., Ryley Attractive 2 bdrm 1 bath bungalow close to downtown. Recent upgrades. Spacious yard & garden. Heated/insulated garage. $89,000 realtor.ca E4249236

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5027 - 52 St., Ranfurly

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1 bdrm, 1 bath extensively upgraded.

Huge back yard gives plenty of space for a garage/shop & RV parking. $50,000 realtor.ca E4248386

Spacious property on 2 lots with great country view. 2 bdrm, 1 bath with large detached garage with carport plus outbuildings. Wheelchair accessible.

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grade of all the Highway 14 System to ensure a continued and reliable supply of water into the future.”

The Commission has worked to make safe drinking water readily available to all residents of Beaver County through the six bulk

water truck fills that it operates, he added.

“With the participation of Beaver County/Bathgate Co-op and Claystone Waste, the Commission hopes that rural residents in the Ryley area will enjoy using the newly upgraded facility.”

Letter Continued from Page 7 the necessary funds, however not all. This has provided members of the Ag Society to become creative in looking at alternatives.

One such creative approach is the running of an online lottery and potential 50/50 draw. Other communities and provinces have seen great success with such an approach, and the feel is Tofield could also be successful with this. Further details on this exciting opportunity will be released to the public, and outside of the benefit to the winners, the Ag Society will benefit dearly to move forward with the project.

The Arena is a vital

component of Tofield, Beaver County and a strong part of our community identity.

The Ag Society is optimistic on the abilities to move forward in all capacities. However, our community Arena, will need the community’s support. Should you or your business want to look to donate monies etc. please contact the Ag Society President to discuss further. Tofield, Beaver County and surrounding areas, together we can ensure success on this project.

On behalf of the Tofield Agricultural Society Respectfully, Dave Berrecloth President

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16025 HWY 14 near Holden 158 acres of Agricultural Land located 3km from Holden. Mature yard site with 3 bdrm, 2 bath home. Oversized garage/shop, older barn. 75 acres Cropland, 50 acres could be converted. $540,000 realtor.ca E4247224

Saturday August 21, 2021 29-562007 RR 113 Rural Two Hills 2.1 acres of scenic property with mature trees. 1343 sq. ft. 2 bdrm 1 bath cottage, 1592 sq. ft. garage/workshop. Great family retreat. Lac Sante area offers plenty of trails, fish, water skiing and relaxation! $494,000 realtor.ca E4208007

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Local musician Travis Dolter to fundraise

Moush John

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Local musician and artist, Travis Dolter will be performing at the Camrose Regional Exhibition (CRE) Grounds this Friday, July 23, to raise funds for local Food Bank.

“Last year when the pandemic shut down everything, I felt it was important to boose morale,” Dolter said. “I wanted to make a difference in the community, but the continual change in restrictions took these opportunities away.

“In early May of 2020, the thought of a drive-in style concert was discussed, but at the time, no artist had done one.”

Working with Dianne Kohler at the CRE, he turned his aspiration of boosting morale with music into a fundraiser for the local Food Bank.

With the support of numerous local agricultural businesses, he held his first successful drivein concert on June 19, 2020.

A total of 114 vehicles attended, and over $1,600 was raised for the Camrose Food Bank.

He expressed how grateful he was to be able to secure sponsorship support within the Camrose and area business community, and will be hosting a second one this

Friday.

“Once again, all proceeds from the concert will be going to the Camrose Food Bank,” Dolter added. “I encourage you to also donate to your own local food bank through www.canadahelps.org. Cash donations will be taken at the

concert gate as well.”

Dolter is a local CCMA recording artist, raised

on his family farm near Hay Lakes. To date Dolter has released 6

songs to Canadian radio and 2 songs to international radio.

Scholarship for Medical School Students in an accredited Canadian medical school taking a program leading to an MD degree who have graduated from a high school in the Battle River School Division are invited to apply for a scholarship from the Rudy and Flora Baker Scholarship Fund. Application deadline is Monday, August 16, 2021.

Up to $2,650 in total is available to be awarded to one or more recipients.

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