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Tofield brings carnival to town on Canada Day After two years, the town of Tofield comes alive on July 1 Tofield Library Float, which won the ‘Favourite Parade Entry’ award.

Monique Bigney and Holly Murphy of Braided Mane Hair Co. participate in the parade for the first time.

MOUSH JOHN Editor

Tofield’s Main Street was buzzing with activities on Friday, July 1, as communities came together to take part in Canada Day activities.

The Tofield Community Hall hosted the pancake breakfast, as people came to enjoy an outdoor feast prepared

by Town of Tofield staff and volunteers.

Highlight of the day was the parade, led by

Tofield Legion members and bagpiper Chris Warren. The parade had a good number of entries with Northstars Football Club from Ardrossan being one of the newcomers this year, along with local hair salon, Braided Mane Hair and Co. All the floats were decorated and had candies and freezies for bystanders.

Tofield Municipal Library won the ‘Favourite Parade

Entry’ prize (watch out for our story in July 13 edition).

Both Legion and Fire Hall had long queues as residents and visitors lined up for barbecue and beverages, after the parade. With a vendor’s market and inflatables in the afternoon, and a free movie and 11 p.m. fireworks rounding off the festivities, Canada Day was memorable for Tofield.

“It was really exciting to see all the residents

and families lining the streets for the parade and all the children eagerly waiting for treats being tossed, huge lines ups for the Fire Department BBQ and for birthday cake,” said Mayor Deb Dueck. “Lots of people participated in the various planned events, family gatherings, July 1 breakfast and the local music festival indicating that everyone is ready for events being resumed.

“The Tofield commu-

Scenes from Tofield’s Canada Day parade as it went through Main Street. MOUSH JOHN PHOTOS

nity members (past and present) are so fantastic in coming out and supporting the events that are planned. Thank you to all the work by staff and volunteers, without them these events wouldn’t be possible.

Thank you as well to all the groups, businesses, neighbouring municipalities and individuals that participated in the parade.”

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Beaver County Reeve Kevin Smook said, “The breakfast at the Community Hall was well attended and it was impressive to see a huge number of people turn out to enjoy the parade.

It’s always great to see the smiles on people’s faces. All in all it was a wonderful Canada Day in Tofield and Beaver County!”

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Bird die-offs in Beaverhill Lake not reported yet Moush John Tofield Mercury

Last year Beaverhill Lake had a large outbreak of ‘botulism’ be-

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Commenting on last year’s widespread bird die-offs, Meijerink explained that besides the high temperatures, it was also caused by the amount of organic materials building up as the lakebed slowly refilled and killed off vegetation.

She further added, “Last year we had reports of botulism occurring along the entire shoreline of Beaverhill Lake. While sad to see, botulism outbreaks are naturally occurring in conditions such as shallow large water bodies like Beaverhill Lake.”

With the wet summer so far in this area, there has not been any case reported as yet.

However, local re-

searcher Mike Boyd said, “As a researcher examining the long term decline of water levels in Cooking Lake, my concern is that if water levels continue to drop, botulism and die-offs may start to occur at Cooking Lake.

The quality of the lake water is already poor and organic matter is accumulating; we have to ask ourselves, if this is the future we want for Cooking Lake?”

Meijerink noted, “Once the outbreak started, it grew exponentially as water birds began to die in the water and their bodies continued to fuel the outbreak,” “The BBO was made aware of it by visitors and the Alberta Fish and Wildlife Service was notified. They also received numerous reports on the outbreak from the

general public and were kept informed on the extent of the outbreak.”

Margo Pybus, Provincial Wildlife Disease Specialist at Alberta Fish and Wildlife said that they are aware of avian botulism in Alberta lakes, which tend to recur on some lakes and never show up on others.

According to Pybus, avian botulism outbreaks tend to occur in hot dry years and in mid to late summer, disappearing with the first frosts in early fall.

“Beaverhill Lake has a history of outbreaks, but not much recently. This year, it is still too early to expect any avian botulism to occur, and the recent rains in June would suggest water levels are relatively high and not conducive to botulism outbreaks.”

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Kevin Smook meets with constituents in Tofield Moush John Tofield Mercury

Tofield resident Kevin Smook, who is seeking UCP nomination for Camrose constituency, met with residents from Tofield and area to interact and hear their concerns.

“I was impressed by the thoughtful questions asked and the interest shown by the people who turned out tonight,” Smook said.

“They showed a keen interest for the issues in our area.”

According to Smook, representation is important to the residents of the Camrose Constituency.

“It’s important that they have a strong voice advocating for them when they have concerns and I will be that strong voice,” he said. “I will push for improvements to Highway 14, which is busy with com-

muter and truck traffic and Highway 834 north to Highway 16.

“That is a high and wide load corridor that gets a lot of heavy traffic and is deteriorating.”

Besides immediate transportation and road concerns, Smook is passionate about the importance of having the nursing program return to the U of A Augustana Campus.

“We need to push for a return of the nursing program at U of A Augustana Campus, which was cut following the 2020 provincial budget,” he noted. “We have a shortage of nurses and restoring that program will help the communities in Camrose constituency down the road.

“Augustana Campus is an economic driver in Camrose and a benefit for all of the young people in our area who can continue their education

close to home.”

Smook who ran for Alberta Party last term, is seeking a UCP ticket in 2023, and has strong reasons for it.

“I am a conservative and the strongest conservative movement is the United Conservative Party. From a conservative perspective, I want to unite the conservative movement in our riding and get people working together again,” he explained. “We also need to continue to push for improved high speed internet in rural Alberta. The government has made some strides in that area, but we need to keep the pedal on the gas to keep the momentum going as each of us depend on quality internet coverage in our daily lives.”

Smook and his wife Sheila have been living in the area for over 28 years.

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Students graduate from North Star Outreach Jordyn Charlesworth Student Reporter

The North Star Outreach program has seven graduates this year, five of whom – Randi G, Shyanne W, James W, Conner M, and Noah W – graduated in spring.

A part of the Battle River School Division (BRSD), the program offers students a chance to excel at education. Ac-

cording to BRSD, it is a unique program that focuses only on the academic needs of students.

Many students can be overwhelmed and lost in traditional school settings, so North Star helps students with all aspects of their life and to focus on getting them to graduation.

North Star Outreach’s Ross MacDonald and Mrs. Metro were excited

to embrace the return to ‘in person’ gatherings to celebrate another successful school year.

“These past few years have been immensely difficult for many of our families, so the program’s quiet ‘Celebration of Learning’ has had an even more positive impact on our students,” said MacDonald.

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Joe was predeceased by his parents Roland and Rosa Brassard and his brothers Aime and Albert.

Thank you to the nurses of the Viking Hospital and his close friends, Chris and Marcy, for taking care of him in his final days.

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He also added, that the program has also helped several of the Class of 2022 Tofield School grads complete their high school requirements.

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Loose Ends: Hot Stuff

Carol Livingstone Tofield Mercury Columnist

So this photo of a car in the paper hit me like a punch to the solar plexus; instant car love.

Which is weird because

Hubby is our resident car guy. Other than having a soft spot for the ’57 Chevy for reasons I can’t define, my auto attraction is limited to various models at Show & Shines, drawn to their unique silhouettes and especially their paint jobs, colours that weren’t even invented back in Mr. Ford’s days. But this isn’t one of those.

It’s called a supercar, actually, a ‘clever’ supercar, and the first thing that caught my

eye was the way it squatted low to the ground, too classy for the off-road gravel spitting. It takes one hell of a car to make a pukegreen, Army Jeep paint job, polished to a lustrous high gloss look too sexy even for Bond, James Bond.

This clever supercar is technically a twin-turbo charged hybrid called the ‘new’ McLaren Artura which asks the question, was there an ‘old’ Artura? I’ve never

heard of McLaren but I bet he had nothing to do with creating the ’57 Chevy. And I don’t know what a unique powertrain or pneumatic twists mean (other than fast: it goes from zero to 96 kilometres in three seconds, handy if one needs to get to the nearest shopping mall, like, yesterday. Maybe McLaren should rename it the Green Gobbler because of the high rate it gobbles up space and gas. I’ll just call it Hot

Stuff.

I can only admire it from afar, of course. For one thing, it sits too low to the ground; if I ever got in I’d never get out again. But maybe I wouldn’t want to. Anything that has that comehither thing going just with a photo, being up close and personal could cause a real sizzle. But there’s got to be a swanky, luxurious interior that a chubby grandma can just curl up and sigh in.

For another, I had to give up driving about four years ago thanks to my knees so I’d need a refresher course, and speed scares me so I’d have to attach a ship’s anchor to the rear bumper to slow that zero to 96 thing to three hours.

And lastly, it costs $280,000, pocket change for Oprah or Brad Pitt but for me, add the present cost of fuel and . . . ah, Hot Stuff, you new heartbreaker, you.

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Also included in these calls for service were seven complaints/tickets; one well-being check; three Mental Health Acts; three breaches; one break-and-enter; one Assault with a Weapon; one vehicle theft; one suspicious person; and one mischief causing disturbance.

On June 28, Tofield RCMP responded to a theft of a 2014 White onetonne dually Dodge Ram. The suspects were captured on surveillance camera. Also connected at the same location Break and Enter. File is still under investigation.

On June 28, the Tofield RCMP responded to a report of suspicious vehicle. Initial investigation determined vehicle had ran out of gas. No offence was reported.

On June 29, Tofield RCMP responded to a report of disturbance of individuals arguing that involved a civil litigation.

This file has been concluded.

On June 30, Tofield RCMP responded to a call of a dangerous driver. RCMP was unable to identify vehicle/driver. This file has been concluded.

On July 1, Tofield RCMP responded to a complaint of assault with a weapon. The RCMP was able to arrest the suspect, who remains in custody for court hearing.

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Alberta Job Numbers Up MLA JACKIE LOVELY Camrose Constituency

According to the May 2022 Labour Force Survey, our province added 60,600 full-time jobs last month, all while unemployment plummeted to 5.3 per cent, its lowest level since 2014. Since January of 2021, Alberta also created a whopping 198,200 net new jobs, despite facing a global pandemic.

Alberta is truly back. Of all the jobs created across Canada last month, Alberta accounted for 69 per cent of that growth. Additionally, a recent report by Statistics Canada showed that at $1,264, Albertans are currently enjoying the highest average weekly earnings in the country. Albertans are working more, and they are earning more too!

This is good news for everyone, and it means that our economy is on the rebound and well on

its way to a full recovery. We have also increased our healthcare budget to $22 billion to expand capacity, provide more fully staffed ambulances for EMS, and reduce strain in hospitals by providing 1,500 new continuing care spaces. This means more beds, more homecare options, and more funding for surgeries to reduce wait times for patients. Alberta’s Recovery Plan is truly working to diversify the economy, create good jobs for Alberta families, and strengthen our healthcare system. Our province is once again the economic engine of Canada, and a lighthouse of opportunity for everyone seeking prosperity from across the world.

We have stood up for Albertans when it comes to protecting and growing your ca-

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reers, and this extends to all sectors, including agriculture.

Alberta’s farmers and ranchers produce some of the highest quality food products in the world. So why is Ottawa now trying to put warning labels on the ground meat you buy at the grocery store, including Alberta beef and pork?

Ground beef and pork is healthy and affordable for families here in Canada and abroad. Ottawa did not consult with the

provinces and it has provided no compelling evidence for its decision, which unfairly harms Alberta’s world-class producers. As you may know, Alberta livestock producer associations have requested an exemption from the proposed federal labelling requirements for ground meat, like exemptions being offered for other nutritious, single-ingredient foods such as milk, eggs, vegetables, and other meats.

Our United Conservative team supports this exemption.

Ottawa’s decision is especially troubling because it comes at a time when food prices are soaring due to inflation and other factors. Ground beef and pork are whole foods, rich in nutrients and still relatively affordable. At a time when our United Conservative government is working tirelessly to make life more affordable for families, Trudeau is working to making

life more expensive.

This decision should be reversed, full stop, and we will be fighting for that.

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Tofield RCMP Report sisted the person and EMS transported them to hospital. This file is now concluded.

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But now in Beaver County there is no need for an official report to for farmers and others to notice that there is “an increasingly aggressive crop development” that started following widespread soaking rains in early June.

Also reported was “a significant year-over-year improvement in soil moisture levels across the province.”

The best news farmers can hear now is that three-quarters of the crops in the ground are in good or excellent condition, only marginally behind the five-year and 10-year averages, which were 74 and 73 per cent respectively. Lowest rated crops are mustard, durum wheat and potatoes while chickpeas, spring wheat, oats and flax are rated in the best condition. The report also states that other major crops like barley, canola and dry peas are basically in line with the long-term provincial averages for this time of year.

But the dry conditions after seeding mean that growth and development staging is modestly behind long term averages. But they are narrowing as the season progresses and as the rain continues to fall. The first two weeks of June saw significant areas of the province receive 40-125 mm of rain.

“Surface moisture conditions are now drastically improved,” with 76 per cent good to excellent, 19 per cent poor or fair, and five per cent excessive.

The North East area of the province, which includes Beaver County, reports crop conditions are good to excellent at this time. However, canola crops are below what the other major crops are in quality.

Soil conditions are rated as 26 per cent excellent for surface and 14 per cent excellent for subsurface; 67 per cent good (53 per cent subsoil); five per cent fair (14 subsurface); 0 per cent poor (18 per cent subsurface) and just two per cent excessive (two per cent subsurface).

Black Nugget campground open in time for Canada Day Patricia Harcourt The good news for those who like camping at Black Nugget Lake is that the campground reopened on June 29 after undergoing repairs.

Those who will be coming to camp at the site are being asked to observe certain restrictions, as stated in a media release that reads: “Please note that there is still some ongoing work being completed at the site, so when campers arrive at the campground they will notice that the RV dumping site has been relocated to an area just west of the previous location.”

That area will be gravel for the rest of the season. A concrete pad will be put in place after the

season ends.

Some modifications have also been made to the concession area. The county says landscaping work “will be ongoing.”

The campground was closed since May 24 pending completion of repairs to the sewage system and improvements to the site. At the regular meeting of council June 1, council agreed to expedite matters to get the repairs done as quickly as possible.

This meant waiving the purchasing policy to hire in a timely manner and get the work done in time to salvage some of the season. Council also authorized a change in the scope of the work regarding upgrades to the septic system infrastructure at the RV septic dump station.

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LAMONT COUNTY • Modern 15,000 sq ft Industrial Shop built on 42.8 acres in Lamont County adjacent to town of Lamont.

There is an approximately 15 acres of gravelled yard with partial chain link fencing located at 195043 HWY 29 Lamont County. Price: $3,175,000 •W4-18-54-18-NW, 2 parcel farm 158.48 acres 130 ± acres of grain cultivation 3 bedroom house. Property has gas, power, well, septic with aerial discharge, Dug out and a shop. Price: $850,000 • Range Road 203 between Highway 15 and TWP Rd 552, 6.77 acre lot near Bruderheim. Good building site. Price: $160,000.

• Office building 5015 - 50 Street Chipman. 946 sq ft building with reception area, office area and washrooms. Price: $125,000.

• 550062 RR 191 49.02 acres with a 3-bedroom 2007.91 sq ft bungalow, garage and shop.

Between Lamont and Chipman with approx. 40 acres currently in hay. Price: $490,000.

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PROPERTY FOR AUCTION • 5207 Sawchuk Street Mundare. Bungalow for auction in Mundare AB, With Allen B. Auction Services. Online bidding from July 8 -12, 2022 at noon.

TWO HILLS COUNTY RECREATION LAND • W4-12-55-27 NW 146 acres with 1/2-mile frontage on the North Saskatchewan River. HWY 29 and RR 123 50± acres of cultivation power at property Nicely treed lot for a building site.

Price: $350,000

STRATHCONA COUNTY • SW Part of NW –23 –53 –23 –W4 40.55 acres North of Highway 16 on Range Road 232 in proposed medium industrial zoning with CP rail line at the border of the property. Price: $7,200,000 • Parts of SW and SE-7-53-22 W4 located at HWY 21 and Lakeland Drive 63.62 acres of development land with HWY 21 exposure. The property is within the Bremner and local Employment Area ACP with expected future use of industrial.

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Hearing set for subdivision waiver application Beaver County highlights for June 15 council meeting reads as follows for a specific subdivision waiver application: The new Highway 834 bypass was constructed throughout the SW-7-51-18-W4 quarter section. As a result, the road divided several existing properties within the SW-7 creating new fragmented pieces of land.

One of the affected landowners would like to subdivide their fragmented parcel. The proposed subdivision would be for a 3.24-acre lot located directly east of the new Highway 834 bypass. All parcels within the SW-7-51-18-W4 quarter section are currently zoned as Agricultural and located within the Municipal Development Plan’s Agricultural Area. As per Section 1, subsection 1.6 of the Municipal Development Plan, and per section 6.2, subsection 4(1) of the Land Use Bylaw, there shall be no more than three (3) titled parcels per quarter section. There are currently eight (8) titled parcels located within the SW-7.

The parcel is located within the Inter-municipal Development Plan (IDP) area between Beaver County and the Town of Tofield. As per the IDP, the future land use designation for this parcel is split by the Highway 834 bypass. The land located west of the bypass (remnant land) is designated for future Urban Residential, while the land located east of the bypass (3.24 acres) is designated for future Industrial use.

The proposed subdivision aligns with the IDP

Map 2 – Future Land Use Concept.

To allow an additional subdivision, the owner is requesting that Council waive Section 1, subsection 1.6 of the Municipal Development Plan and section 6.2, subsection 4(1) of the Land Use Bylaw to allow an exemption for an additional subdivision within the Plan 5238 AP; Block Y. Due to the unique circumstances, the proposed subdivision makes sense and will not further impact the surrounding area. The current zoning will remain in place and will not impact the designated future land use as per the IDP. In addition, the landowners no longer have direct access to Highway 834 from their existing dwelling, making the fragmented parcel less accessible to them.

Referrals regarding the requested waiver and proposed subdivision have been sent to adjacent landowners, stakeholders, and the Town of Tofield for comment. The referral deadline is June 30, 2022.

Council passed a motion directing administration to schedule a non-statutory public hearing to consider: A waiver of section 1.0 Agriculture, subsection 1.6 of the Municipal Development Plan to allow an additional subdivision within Plan 5238 AP; Block Y. A waiver of section 6.2 Agricultural District, subsection 4(1) of the Land Use Bylaw to allow an additional subdivision within the Plan 5238 AP; Block Y.

2022 Construction Schedule

GPC meeting cancellation dates for July and August Patricia Harcourt The Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) met for the last time June 22 before taking a summer hiatus.

Committee members agreed to cancel their GPC meetings for July 27 and August 24. The council report stated that staffers would have difficulty doing special projects and/or taking time out for vacations otherwise.

“Cancellation of our GPC meetings in July and August will allow staff to catch up on work as well as take personal time off,” stated Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Kayleena Spiers.

“Regular activities will continue throughout the summer,” she continued. “And after the July road tour and subsequent strategic planning session, the Executive Leadership Team can use the balance of the summer to prepare for a busy fall of planning and implementing council’s strategic priorities.”

Without discussion, a motion by Councillor Dale Pederson (Division 5) to cancel GPC meetings for the summer months was passed by the committee. The next regular meeting of council on July 6 will also have to pass the same motion based on the GPC’s recommendation to make it official.

On June 15, county council agreed to cancel the second council meetings of each upcoming month - including July 20 and August 17.

Construction Update Range Road 182 Construction Update Over the next few weeks, Range Road 182 from Township Road 500 to Highway 14, 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.

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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.

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

Employment Opportunity

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EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT - LEGISLATIVE SERVICES

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Reporting to the Manager of Legislative Services, the Executive Assistant – Legislative Services provides administrative support for the Reeve and Council, the Chief Administrative Officer, and the Manager of Legislative Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Ensures timely and accurate preparation and follow-up of Council and Committee meeting notices, agendas, and minutes. Attends regular meetings and other meetings when requested.

• Coordinates all set-up for Council, Committee, and other meetings as requested, including technological needs, A/V recordings, delegations, and public hearings.

• Provides administrative support to the Reeve and Councillors, including special events and RSVPs. • Provides administrative support to the Chief Administrative Officer and Manager of Legislative Services, including research and preparation of correspondence and reports.

• Responds to public inquiries and ensures timely and accurate communication of executive and legislative matters to the public through various mediums.

• Assists with the administration of elections, Council orientations, and appeal board hearings.

• Adheres to applicable responsibilities outlined in the Beaver County Health and Safety Policy.

QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an office administrative role, preferably in a local government setting.

• Demonstrated experience providing support to senior/executive staff and Council in a confidential capacity.

• Experience with preparation of agendas and minute-taking.

• Working knowledge of the Municipal Government Act, Local Authorities Election Act, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. • Willingness to achieve FOIP certification.

POSITION DETAILS: • Position Type: Full-time permanent (35 hours/week) • Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm (some evenings and weekends required) Closing date: July 22, 2022 or until a suitable candidate is found.

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A more detailed position profile is available on the County website at https://www.beaver.ab.ca/residents/careers Submit your cover letter and resume, by referencing the name of the position, to the following email: careers@beaver.ab.ca Applications can also be submitted in-person or by mail, attention Human Resources, to: PO Box 140, 5120 50 Street Ryley, AB T0B 4A0 Beaver County is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to a non-smoking policy in its working environment. Beaver County also has a comprehensive and active safety program. Drivers abstract will be required for successful applicants.

Beaver County thanks all applicants for your interest however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

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: July 20, 2022 Application No.020020-22-D0035 Applicant: Torpe, Darcy Location: SE-28-50-20-W4 Development: detached garage with variance for decreasing the minimum side yard setback from 20 ft. to 6 ft., and roof mounted solar collectors 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. 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.

Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer The Economic Development Officer will be responsible for developing and implementing Beaver County’s Economic Development Plan as well as hiring and overseeing third party resources as required. This person will collaborate with businesses, local and external to the region, key stakeholders including regional associations and other economic development partner organizations, to develop relationships, encourage investment in the Region, and to ensure Beaver County is known as an attractive place for business and industry to grow.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • Post-secondary education in the area of economic development or a business administration degree, however, relevant past experience will be considered.

• A minimum of five years in a similar role within a municipal or business environment.

• Demonstrated success in the area of economic development.

KNOWLDEGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES: The Economic Development Officer will have a progressive record demonstrating positive relationships with key stakeholders in the area of economic development. He/she will be equally comfortable as a senior manager or as a team participant. Among other attributes, the following will be important: • Leadership Skills • Strategic Planning & Business Planning • Communication • Interpersonal Skills • Integrity & trust • Management Skills • Build relationships • Professional • Long Term Planning • Politically Astute EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base salary and excellent benefits. Further details will be discussed at the appropriate time.

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GENERAL MANAGER OF CORPORTATE SERVICES Reports to: Chief Administrative Officer The General Manager of Corporate Services will provide advice and recommendations to the CAO and Council as well as providing professional leadership and direction to the entire organization on all financial matters, taxation and assessment, risk management and insurance, and asset management as a minimum.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: • University graduate in business administration, commerce or related field. Relevant experience will be considered.

• A minimum of five years in a senior position within a municipal or business environment is preferred.

• Demonstrated success in strong leadership and team building skills in a progressive and dynamic municipal/ business environment.

• Recognized as a leader of change, adaptation and collaboration in an organization supporting and servicing a wide variety of stakeholders.

• Practical knowledge and experience in computer systems for business applications (preferable a working knowledge of Serenic Software and/or Questica).

KNOWLDEGE, SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES: The General Manager of Corporate Services will have a progressive and energized leadership record demonstrating positive relationships with all County departments and relevant stakeholders. He/she will feel comfortable as a senior manager or as a “hands-on” team participant. Among other attributes, the following will be important: • Leadership Skills • Communication • Strategic Business Planning • Interpersonal Skills • Integrity & trust • Management Skills • Customer Service • Financial Management • Professional • Self Confidence • Planning & Organizing • Strong political acumen skills COMPENSATION: A competitive compensation package will be provided including an attractive base salary and excellent benefits. Further details will be provided at the appropriate time.

———————————————————————————————————————————— FOR INFORMATION ON THE POSTINGS FOR THE Economic Development Officer or the General Manager of Corporate Services, PLEASE CONTACT: Douglas B. Lagore, CLGM

doug.lagore@tsi-inc.ca Telephone: 780-913-5786 The closing date for these two competitions is July 15th, 2022.

Please be advised that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please forward resumes to recruitment@tsi-inc.ca ———————————————————————————————————————————— More information on the above positions can be found on the County’s website at:

https://www.beaver.ab.ca/residents/careers Beaver County is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to a non-smoking policy in its working environment.

Beaver County also has a comprehensive and active safety program. Drivers abstract will be required for successful applicants.

Beaver County thanks all applicants for your interest however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

The Tofield Mercury,Wednesday, July 6, 2022 - Page 9

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1 – Tofield fire trucks are a main staple of the parade for years, and here’s their latest addition during the parade.

2 – Tofield Legion members on the Legion float in the parade. Seen here are Jim Warren, Barb Ferguson, and Bonnie Ferguson.

3 – Kids at the fire department barbecue pose for a picture.

4 – Kids take a picture with fire department mascot Sparky.

Kevin Smook with his wife Sheila, and parents decorate the truck for the Canada Day parade.

Tofield firefighters at the grill flipping burgers as crowds queued up for the fundraising event for Tofield Lions Club.

Horses and horse carriages were a part of the Canada Day parade.

Tofield Eyecare float with Caitlyn McLaughlin and Kassidy Cameron as they hand out candies to crowds.

Anne Ruzicka and Tunde Hemperger of Claystone Waste in their float.

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Call 780-888-3947 or send resume to Kelly (Librarian & Library Manager) hardistylibrary@prl.ab.ca

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For Sale: Pigs ready to be butchered for sale and weiner pigs for sale. Phone 780-2085000.

Correction to Kinsella Bingo ad from last week's paper.

The free hot dog, pop, and popcorn promotion only applies to those who cut the coupon in the colour display ad running in this week's edition of The Weekly Review and present it inperson at bingo. It is not offered standard and is purely a coupon-based deal.

Sorry for any confusion this may have caused.

Moving/Garage Sale 3710 - 76 Street Camrose Friday, July 15 to Saturday, July 16 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days Good quality furniture, other household items, plus Canadian and Newfoundland Coins with mint sets.

No junk.

Watch for signs and balloons

27/28p _______________________ Need to rehome 3 -8 month old great pryneesX puppies and 6- 11 week old great pryneesX puppies. Phone 780603-8767 27/28p ___________________ GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE

Lamont

county

3 papers for the price of 1!

___________________ HELP WANTED WANTED HELP

27p tfnp _______________________ Small 2 bedroom house in Viking. Comes with appliances. Includes utilities, gas, power, water, sewer. $975/mo plus Damage Deposit. Call 780-336-6089 or 780-3366088 for more details. _______________________ Roommate wanted, 2 bedroom, half bath, upstairs, shared kitchen & laundry, half utilities. Available August 1st - $450/ month + D.D., pet & 420 friendly, in Tofield. Call 587-985-5773. ___________________ SALE FORSALE FOR

EADER

Serving

Brian’s Greenhouse U-Pick Fruits and Berries Farm is looking to hire 2 employees for the rest of the summer.

It will only be casual. Work can start immediately.

Interview will be on site at Brian’s Greenhouse which is located 4 miles East of Bawlf and 6 miles West of Daysland on RR 172 East Lynn Road.

Mile 1/4 North on 172, second place on East side of road. If no experience, we will train.

If interestd, contact Brian at 780-678-0053 ____________________ MEMORIAL MEMORIAL In Memory of Wallace Lee July 1904 July 2002.

A little tribute small and tender, Just to say I still remember.

Love, daughter Elsie.

TM27p ____________________ REAL ESTATE ESTATE REAL House For Sale by Owner 4801 - 49 st, Sedgewick. $69,900. Garage, new deck, fence, large yard. 403-3321039.

24/26p ____________________ SERVICES SERVICES Drywall Taping/Texturing 35+ Years. No Job too small Experienced drywall taper/texturer here to help you with any job big or small.

Don't want to do it yourself, give me a call!

Based in Killam but willing to travel Hand taper by trade but have experience with boxes, roller/flusher, taping tube. No bazooka exp.

Have own tools (10-12" boxes, pump, angle box, roller, flusher, hand tools, etc.)

Also do ceiling texture. Nondrinker, just want to work.

Willing to work with existing taping crew. Call 780-3852106 or 780-385-1251. tfnp

____________________ SERVICES SERVICES Painting Quality Residential and Commercial Painting Betty Tkaczyk 780-632-8749 or 780-688-3564 _______________________ Carpet and Upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer backup, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV Cleaning. Call John and Sheri at Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at 780-384-3087 _______________________ Sue's Cleaning Service Professional Residential & Commercial cleaning. Over 20 years experience. Excellent references. I am in the Holden area. Call or text me 780-2217744. _______________________ Shane’s Stucco & Drywall Service Shane Hollar Stucco (Traditional & Acrylic), Drywall, Stone, Textured Ceilings, Tile and Spray Painting 780-336-4832 shanes.stucco@gmail.com _______________________ Roy's Handyman Services.

Flooring, Trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. Call 780-2323097 _______________________ Need to re-order: •Company Forms?

•Invoices?

•Envelopes?

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•Certificates?

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•Posters?

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•Calendars?

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Remember When

REGGIE JACKSON EAT YOUR HEART OUT: Peter Bouma of the ‘Fabulous Babes’ tries to go downtown on the Ryley Treasury Branch ‘Money Grubbers’ during the World Series of Slow Pitch.

The 8th annual event held off Mother Nature for another successful weekend, as the ‘Babes’ topped the ‘Grubbers’ 25-15. This photo appeared in The Tofield Mercury dated Aug. 18, 1987.

PHOTO BY JAY LAPIDUS

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HARDISTY

JULY 15, 16, 17

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Friday, July 15 7am Pancake Breakfast 11 am Beef on a Bun Elks Hall 5pm Slack 7pm Chucks & Chariots 9pm Outdoor Dance

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RAIN OUT CALL 780-888-1441 Combine Entries - Call Alvin at 780-806-1258 Wild Horse Race & Wild Cow Milking Entries or Any Questions Regarding the Weekend - Call or Text Marge 780-888-1424 Wild Pony Race & Mutton Busting enter weekend-of at Rodeo Office

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Sunday’s pot must be claimed within 15 miniutes, or a new number will be drawn every 15 minutes until prize is claimed.

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• Drever Agencies • Rolin Acres • Gratton Coulee Agri Parts • Wild Rose Co-op • Comrades Parts & Accessories • Gibsons • Nutrien •Voltage Electric • Chad & Leslie Burland • Desert Canary Industries • Isaman Chopek LLP • BD Pipe Services • Rustic Stars • Hardisty Home Hardware • Amrstrong's Rockin Ranch • Alberta Ag Centre

FRIDAY, JULY 15

• Watermelon l Eating i Contest 1pm • Fishing ih hii Hole l • Stilt Walker • Juggler • Hardisty Dance by Danceology 11am • In-Store Specials at Stores • Money Pit • Face Painting • Man Van • Basketball • Hockey Slapshot Game • MJ's Pet Contest 12pm (enter at Rustic Stars by July 12)

10AM - 3PM VENDORS

•Tupperware •Sunset Gourmet •Wood Working •Arrow Mountain Boutique •Rebel Ridge Soap •Tree Corral •Voxx Sox •Pork & Pickle •Thom's Mini Donuts •Johnny K Meats & Birthe's Bites •Epicure •Homemade Crafts •Korean BBQ •Like It Never Was Antiques •Hero's food Truck •Ranch Raised Clothing •Esther's Baking •DJ's Artisan Dog Treats •Applebox Treats

FRIDAY, JULY 15 10am - 3pm Main Street Hardisty Motorcycles otorcycles o t y es Welcome.

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Tofield’s Quilting Country looks forward to fall projects

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Quilts that members of Quilting Country completed last season.

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The Tofield Country Quilters Guild have been very busy this past season, according to President Adele Miller.

“Now that the Covid demands for masks, scrub bags, and hats are satisfied, we are able to attack the many projects that have been on the back burner,” she said.

“We have delivered 11 quilts to ‘A Safe Place’ in Sherwood Park, and all dropped off 21 lap quilts for Senior’s Care.

“We have put in hours of sewing and working together and are thankful for the charity of many who donated material and supplies making these many gifts

possible. Many of our own projects have been completed and gifted to loved ones and friends.

That demand is never ending as it is what we do!”

Miller said that quilters are artisans, and have an eye to create beauty out of what they have.

“A quilter is a unique artist,” she explained.

“They have piles of material they may call stash – treasures or collections – from which they can choose their next quilting adventure. Often a piece that was purchased many months or even years ago pops out, and it is just what they might need for a very special family member or friend, and a

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pattern is chosen, or may be the newest release at the local quilt shop ‘Quilting Country’.”

Miller said she and her team members select their materials, measure, cut, sew, and piece the blocks and sew again, and the results are as different as the personalities of each artist.

“We all look forward to starting again in September and completing more pieces of art. We will attend the Don't Hibernate Fair on Thursday, Sept. 8, and then our first meeting will be on Friday, Sept. 9. We welcome all new and seasoned sewers to join us and enjoy a wonderful community experience.”

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EMAIL: ADSMERCURY@GMAIL.COM CALL: 780-662-4046

Call for Grant Applications The Battle River Community Foundation is now receiving applications for grants from The Battle River Community Foundation is now receiving applications for grants from our Fundand andField Field Interest Funds. the Community Community Fund of of Interest Funds.

Grants are made to organizations operating in east-central Alberta that are recognized

Grants are made operating in east-central Alberta that are recognized as qualified doneestobyorganizations the Canada Revenue Agency.

This includes registered charitable as qualified donees by the Canada Revenue Agency. This includes registered charitable organizations and municipalities. organizations and seeking municipalities. that are volunteer not registered Organizations funds mustCommunity demonstrate organizations a strong and committed charities applyfiscal in partnership with qualifiedmanagement donee. Forms for applications board of may directors, responsibility, anda effective of resources.

Projectsfrom partners must submitted to possible, grant application forms and canofbe found that impact thebe largest numberinofaddition individuals with a modest investment funds, areour preferred.

Grants are made for definite purposes and for projects covering a specific on website. time period. In general, grants are approved for needs not met by other funding sources.

In additionseeking to unrestricted grants available from the Community Fund, Field of Interest Organizations funds must demonstrate a strong and committed volunteer board Funds provide grants targeted to projects reflecting donors’ interests, and include Arts, that of directors, fiscal responsibility, and effective management of resources.

Projects Athletics – underprivileged and challenged youth, Brain injury prevention, Care and shelter impact the greatest number of individuals possible with a modest investment of funds of animals, Education, Education and the humanities, Environment, Health, Health and are preferred.

Grants areprograms made for and for projects covering a wellness, Music, Nutritional fordefinite children,purposes Outdoor education or environment, specific In general, grants are approved not metto by other Palliativetime care,period.

Sustainable agriculture and Youth.

There arefor alsoprojects Funds targeted support projects sources. in Alliance, Camrose, Flagstaff County, Forestburg, Galahad, Hardisty, Irma, funding Killam, Lougheed, Merna, Rosalind, Sedgewick, Strome and Wetaskiwin.

The deadline for 2011 applications is September 30,Community 2011. GrantsFund, will besome Funds In addition to unrestricted grants available from the announced in December. provide grants targeted to projects reflecting donors’ interests. They include Animal For further information and/or an application check our website Welfare, Arts, Brain Injury Prevention, Education,form the please Humanities, Health andat Wellness www.brcf.ca, call our office at 780-679-0449, email to info@brcf.ca or write: (including Mental and Emotional Health and Wellness), the Humanities, Literacy, 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.

Battle River Community Foundation

There are also Funds targeted to support projects serving residents of Alliance, Camrose, FlagstaffBox County, Forestburg, Galahad, Hardisty, Hay Lakes, Hughenden, 1122 Irma, Killam, Lougheed, Merna, Rosalind, Sedgewick, Strome, Viking and Camrose, AB T4V 4E7 Wetaskiwin.

The deadline for receipt of 2022 applications is close of business Monday, August 16, 2022. 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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