August 19, 2025 Camrose Booster

Each passing year, Taste Night at the Camrose and District Centennial Museum grows in popularity. This year is no exception. From 7 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, August 21, this fundraiser supports the goals of three local initiatives: Camrose Kinette's Silent Santa Toy Drive, the great work of Camrose Museum Society members, and a 50/50 ticket sale with Bailey Theatre Society as the beneficiary. Guests will have an opportunity to sample an amazing array of both non-alcoholic and alcoholic delights, as well as delicious food treats. The night is all about snacking, tasting and experiencing local, while browsing new displays and old artifacts at the Museum, simultaneously raising money for very worthy causes.

Camrose receives funding for Wastewater Treatment Plant

By Adan Shaikh

The City of Camrose has secured an additional $2.5 million from the Government of Alberta to expand and upgrade the Wastewater Treatment Plant.

“By investing in Camrose’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, we are creating the building blocks for Camrose to grow and thrive with the utilities we need,” shared Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely.

The funding is part of the province’s commitment to rural infrastructure through Budget 2025.

“Rural Alberta is the backbone of our province, driving economic growth, feeding the world, and strengthening our communities. Our government is investing in the infrastructure rural communities need to grow and thrive, whether it’s reliable roads, modern bridges, safe community airports, or water facilities. These are the essentials that support families, attract investment, and keep our rural economy moving. Through Budget 2025, we’re proud to partner with municipalities to deliver real, on-theground results that build stronger communities and

a stronger Alberta,” stated Premier Danielle Smith in a media release.

Patricia MacQuarrie, general manager of community development for the city, said the funding comes after months of targeted advocacy.

“This was a direct result of advocacy work of the Council. On April 29, 2024, Mayor PJ Stasko, Councillor Lana Broker, Lucas Banack and Kevin Hycha along with myself and Kris Johnson, our general manager of infrastructure, met with Minister of Transportation Devin Dreeshen to advocate for increased funding for our Wastewater Treatment Plant. That meeting was successful and we found out this April that we received an additional $2.5 million to our grant for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. We were not allowed to speak about it until now, but the government has now allowed us to bring this forward. Great work on our Council’s part for bringing this to the government’s attention. This is a 25 per cent increase to our original $10 million grant,” explained MacQuarrie.

“I would like to thank the administration and council for all of their hard

work on this,” commented Mayor PJ Stasko.

The money will be distributed through the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program (STIP), Alberta Municipal Water/ Wastewater Partnership (AMWWP) and Water for Life program. STIP supports small and rural municipalities in maintaining and improving local road bridges, community airports and resource roads.

The AMWWP and Water for Life programs provide grants to municipalities for the construction of high-priority water supply, treatment and wastewater facilities.

Camrose’s sanitary sewer collection system and Wastewater Treatment Plant were designed for a population of about 20,000. The existing facilities are nearing capacity, with forecasts showing a contributing population of about 30,000 by 2035.

The expansion will address both projected growth and the stricter treatment standards required under Alberta Environment and Protection regulations to reduce environmental impact on receiving waters.

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The new 5-Second Rule

As a young adult, I heard a “5-Second Rule.” That rule said if you drop food on the floor but pick it up in less than five seconds, it’s okay to eat it. Germs won’t have time to affect it.

I have never followed that 5-Second Rule, even though two different health practitioners have told me it’s valid. They may be right, but the idea of eating food dropped on the floor is too gross for me.

I expected an article called “The 5-Second Rule” to be about that. But it wasn’t. ***

This 5-Second Rule was discovered by Mel Robbins when her life was spiraling down.

After several unfortunate events, Mel wasn’t working. Her husband’s pizza restaurant won awards and looked successful, but he was working long hours just to keep it afloat. They were struggling for money and had to accept a loan from her dad to pay their mortgage.

Mel started drinking. Her confidence and self-esteem were in the cellar.

She didn’t want to get up in the mornings. When the alarm went off, she felt dread and kept pressing snooze. The family’s mornings became frantic. Her three children didn’t have essential items in their school bags and would miss their school bus. Mel thought she was failing her kids and felt even worse about herself.

Every night Mel would say, “Tomorrow I will get up on the first ring of the alarm.” She knew if she could just do that, her whole day would go better. But next morning she would press snooze again. ***

One evening on TV, Mel watched a rocket being launched into space. She heard the countdown: “5-4-32-1 launch!”

“That’s it!” she thought, “When the alarm rings tomorrow, I will say 5-4-3-2-1 and launch myself out of bed.”

It worked!

And the next day and the next after that.

Mel couldn’t quite believe that something so simple was helping. She started to say 5-4-3-2-1 before everything she wanted to do: find work; not argue with her husband; drink less.

Her husband noticed her positive changes and asked what she was doing differently. He tried the 5-Second Rule and it worked for him too. Then their friends started to use it, and they also found it powerful.

Much later, Mel did a TEDx talk. She mentioned the 5-Second Rule towards the end of her talk and it went viral. People tweeted and emailed her their victories from using the 5-Second Rule. ***

Mel decided to research why it worked.

When you have an idea to do something, whether big or small (start a business; get off the couch), there’s always a moment of hesitation. In that moment, your brain tries to talk you out of it and comes up with reasons not to act.

Then you feel defeated.

However, when you have an idea or intention and then start counting backwards from 5 to 1, your brain cannot talk you out of it because you are counting. Your brain can’t do two things at once.

Then, because you start to move, your prefrontal cortex is activated. Instead of slipping into old habits, your brain helps you to create new ones.

By happy accident, Mel discovered the powerful 5-43-2-1 cognition technique that breaks the habit loop.

***

I read Mel’s story on a day I was working on a report I’d been struggling with for four days. The report is now done. I even like it.

I highly recommend the new 5-Second Rule: “5-4-32-1 Launch!”

You’re welcome.

***

I’d love to hear from you. If you have comments about this column or suggestions for future topics, e-mail Bonnie@BonnieHutchinson.com. I’ll happily reply within one business day.

Supporting Poilievre

A lot has been said in these pages on both sides of the debate related to the future of Battle RiverCrowfoot. First, to the people of Battle RiverCrowfoot, thank you for the overwhelming confidence you placed in me in the last three general elections. Your support has meant the world to Danielle and I, and every step of the way, we have worked to ensure you were represented and served, and I vowed to fight for the values that define this region and for a better Alberta and Canada.

It was for those reasons that I voluntarily resigned. It is clear that Pierre Poilievre needs to be in the House of Commons now, fighting for the same values he and I have championed for years.

Be aware of the electoral tricks we’ve seen before. The same “longest ballot” fiasco designed to confuse voters and only targets Conservatives is now on full display here, alongside distractions from those who are quick to insult who we are as rural Albertans.

Don’t be fooled. Pierre is an Albertan whose record speaks for itself. He has fought for the values that define this region for his entire career. He has been honest about how he will fight for Battle RiverCrowfoot, bringing national attention to local issues. And while all of these other candidates and parties were disengaged or didn’t even know we existed in the last election, Pierre did. He may not have been on the ballot here, but he always took my call and fought for us.

The truth is that he is one of us, and he is the leader that Battle River-Crowfoot and Canada need. I started as a volunteer in politics and am now volunteering again to help Pierre in this by-election because I believe that’s what’s best.

Contrary to some claims, I haven’t gone anywhere and I plan to run again in the next General Election. But for now, I have cast my ballot for Pierre Poilievre, and I hope you will join me, so that he can be elected as our MP and continue fighting for us and for Canada.

Damien C Kurek, Camrose County

Anti-Confusion Team

I’m writing regarding the ad for Mr. Poilievre in the August 5th edition of The Booster, paid for by a group calling itself ACT,

which stands for AntiConfusion Team. It purports to give “Urgent Voter Information” regarding the up-coming by-election. There are two aspects of this ad that warrant comment.

First, the ad states that a long ballot of 200 candidates will be given to each voter on election day. They also imply that voters can be confused by this. However, I will save them the expense of a second ad by providing the correct information. We have already voted and if the votes on the election day are run in the same way, each voter will be asked to write the name of the candidate they are choosing on a single small rectangular form. Surely they will be relieved to know that this will minimize the likelihood of voters being “confused”?

Second, the ad also implies that the long ballot “greatly contributed to Pierre Poilievre losing his seat in Carleton.” This misleading claim can be easily refuted by consulting this site: https://enr.elections. ca/ElectoralDistricts. aspx?ed=2398

In the official vote count the Liberal candidate received 43,846 votes while Mr. Poilievre received 39,333 votes. Thus, the difference was 4,513. Now, the claim that the independent votes greatly contributed to the Conservative loss doesn’t stand up to scrutiny. When you add all the votes for Independent and nonaffiliated candidates, the total is 876. I submit that this doesn’t qualify as “greatly contributing” to the over 4,500 votes by which Mr. Poilievre lost. Clearly, the majority of voters were able to find Mr. Fanjoy’s name (the Liberal candidate) on the ballot. In the current by-election, all voters need to do is remember the name they want to vote for.

To conclude, it’s reassuring to know that the actual method of voting in this by-election dramatically reduces the likelihood of voters being confused. Thanks for your attention to this.

Tim Parker, Camrose

Hardworking Coaches

As another season of summer sports ends and a busy fall/winter season gets ready to begin, I cannot help but send a letter as a reminder to all parents and families about the role

your coaches play in your sporting seasons.

Coaching your child is a privilege that many coaches take on for the love of the sport, to give back to the community, to spend time with their children or out of necessity as “no one else stepped up.” Coaches spend hundreds of hours coaching, planning, organizing and thinking about their craft. Whether it is arranging for snacks at a U4 soccer practice or attending multiple certification courses for an U18AAA team, the hours and time spent are immense but well worth it.

As a coach, I am well aware that you all care and love your children immensely. Sports are expensive and you are paying and committing time to allow your child to be the best that they can be while having fun. With that being said, over a season some of you will feel that your coach may not always do what is best for your child and that is your right.

Coaching is incredibly complex with many factors coming into every decision that is made. (Who attends practice, who listens, who is disrespectful to teammates and coaches, skill level, the game situation, providing an opportunity for a child and the team to be successful and so on.)

During the year, we as coaches will make mistakes (managing playing time, the team tryout selection process, navigating player’s emotions and so on) but please note that those decisions are made based on hundreds of factors that often are not observed in just the games that a parent watches. Those decisions are made for what we feel is best for a collective group, not just your child. I ask you to please be respectful of these volunteers over the coming months. Teaching your child to talk to the coach about their concerns rather than berating or confronting a coach with your concerns is probably one of the greatest lessons that sports can teach your child.

More and more coaches are leaving sport and I can attest that it is in no way related to dealing with the athletes. If you cannot be respectful of the coach then I look forward to seeing a clipboard in your hands next season.

“Coach” Chris Zarski, Camrose

Call for a cat bylaw

Nadine Leming, Camrose Booster Camrose Animal Shelter acknowledges the importance of a Camrose cat bylaw. These cats are adoptable.

By Nadine Leming

The Camrose and Area Animal Shelter Society receives several calls a day from the community about cats, asking for assistance with strays, cats in gardens, or cats spraying etc. They are not animal control or bylaw officers, so there’s not much they can do about these concerns as there is no current bylaw within Camrose.

Board president Sherry Lafortune said, “Having a cat bylaw is the start. It will help by recognizing that there is a problem. Having laws in place benefits us in the long run. We would also like to see licensing or some sort of control like micro-chipping and we could help with something like micro-chipping.” This would help identify and return them to their rightful owners.

According to Matt McKeil, team member at the Shelter, “Letting people know that their cat should be spayed or neutered cuts down on the cat population, which is where we would see the most change in our world.”

Both Sherry and Matt feel that a bylaw and licensing is a good start to controlling the cat issues in the community. They also encourage cat owners to have their cats spayed or neutered especially if you do let your cat out. Sherry talked about how bylaws do exist in other communities smaller than Camrose, like Wetaskiwin, where there are hefty bylaws that include big fines.

The organization is currently collecting signatures for a petition in support of a cat bylaw. To sign call the shelter at 780-608-0091.

According to Sonja Bott, president of the Camrose Animal Alliance Rescue Society (CAARS), “A cat bylaw is extremely important to us. As it stands, the responsibility of managing overpopulation, abandonment, and community complaints falls entirely on organizations like ours–with no formal municipal support. A bylaw would establish shared responsibility between the City, pet owners, and rescue groups, which is desperately needed.”

She continued by adding that a bylaw would give them structure and legitimacy. A bylaw like this would reinforce responsible pet ownership by enforcing a mandatory spay or neuter of cats (unless permitted for breeding) including identifying through microchips (or tags) and confinement of cats to the indoors.

Sonja feels they’d like to see a practical and compassionate approach that also includes clear recognition and protection for feral/community cats, penalties for abandonment/neglect and a designated space and support for city rescue partnerships that offers access to education, funding and re-homing efforts.

One major concern of the CAARS is that they’ve been asked to remove all extra animals and rescue related outbuildings including catios designed for feral cats. It’s confusing, how can these spaces be considered non-compliant when there is no current bylaw governing them. They are a non-profit doing life saving work with limited means.

“This is why I believe rescue organizations and foster homes need to be considered within the bylaw–with reasonable exemptions or alternatives that reflect our unique role. Many of us run from home-based foster systems as a cost-saving necessity. If regulations restrict this, or impose building fees and zoning barriers, we simply cannot continue our work.” commented Sonja.

She added that the community sees stray or feral cats as a nuisance. The problem actually stems from human inaction. Often times people struggle financially and move to housing that isn’t pet friendly or taking in animals without understanding the long term commitment.

“This isn’t about blame. It’s about recognizing a growing issue and choosing a compassionate structured and proactive response.” Sonja added.

To be an effective bylaw, it should include tangible solutions that include mental health and compassion training for bylaw officers, spay/neuter subsidies or rebates, support for building safe outdoor cat spaces and consideration for nonprofit organizations and foster care options.

Sonja feels that strong initiatives would show the City is not only aware of the issue, but invested in long term solutions that are humane and support both the community and animals. For more information on the Camrose Animal Alliance Rescue Society, go to www.caars.ca

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• Camrose entered a new era in retailing as several businesses in the new Cor nerstone Power Centre open their doors to the public. Staples was the first of the big three stores in the development to open. Wal-Mart will be next followed in short order by Safeway The opening of Wal-Mart is expected to have the biggest impact on the community with its 105,000 sq. ft. store employing around 200 part and full-time employees.

• Camrose Composite High School students planted 1,400 Lodgepole pine trees in the Stoney Creek Valley on May 26, 2000, as part of a community service project aimed at reforesting the area disturbed by sewer pipe installations. Checking progress of the trees in June were CCHS Vice-Principal Alex Oliver, CCHS Teacher Patrice Johnson, City of Camrose Leisure Services Superintendent Chris Clarkson with students Jill Manning, Darla Hohan, Sara Breitkreutz, Michael McCarthy, Steph McKinnon, Aaron Blakey and Jacinda Mudry.

• W inners of the South Side Mobile Home Park Beautification Awards received congratulations and prize money from South Side Manager Joyce Grahn. Otto and Pat Toews took first place, Ken and Shirley Barker came in second while Darrel and Wanda Weremczuk took third. The winners were chosen by Nan Shute of the Camrose & District Horticultural Society

• At the regular meeting of the Camrose Chamber of Commerce, held in the banquet room of the York Café, winners of the Chamber’s Beautification contest were announced. The rural award winners were Mr and Mrs. Tom Tomaszewski, who live on the northeast cor ner of Section 28, Township 46, Range 19, about five miles east and a mile south of Camrose. The City award went to Mr and Mrs. Dan Fedorovich for their efforts at 6202-49 Avenue.

• Pete Trautman pulled in a big fish he didn’t have to lie about. When Hal Sorenson, Manager of the Merit Store, hooked the 37-1/2 inch (95 cm) long whopper on the scale, it dragged the reading down to 14 pounds, 9-1/2 ounces (6.6 kg). The big ‘Jack’ was taken from Dried Meat Lake. George McCorry of Camrose pulled out an 8 pound, 9-1/2 ounces (3.9 kg) ‘Jack’ out of the same lake several weeks previously and that seemed like a big one at the time.

• Wayne Powell, Superintendent of Recreation, reported that detailed plans have almost been completed for a new type of play area to be developed by the Kinsmen Club. Located south of 42 Avenue off Mount Pleasant Drive. The proposal is to establish a true family park which would include a creative play area, adventure playground, sliding hill, facilities for picnics, area for model airplane flying and possibly a real airplane and Starship Enterprise.

By Adan Shaikh

Camrose Heritage Day takes place every year on the fourth Saturday in August. Citizens enjoy an opportunity to connect with their roots and learn about the history of Camrose as a community. This year it will take place on August 23.

“A community’s heritage and history is what gives a place its unique texture. Just like individuals are shaped by their own and their family’s past, places are too. Celebrating heritage is a way to bring a community together and reminds us that, while we are diverse, there is also much that we can share and learn from one another,” shared Deanna Mason, chair of the Heritage Days Committee.

Heritage Day festivities

HERITAGE DAY PROCLAMATION

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Camrose Heritage Days Committee (HDC) met with the City of Camrose and Bailey Theatre to proclaim August 23 as Heritage Day. From left, HDC committee member Heather Marshall; City Councillor Joy-Anne Murphy; manager of Bailey Theatre Elliot Harder; HDC committee chair Deanna Mason; with committee members Dennis Johnson and Janine Carroll. In the front, City Councillor Agnes Hoveland signed the proclamation on behalf of the City of Camrose. Missing from the photo are committee members Mona Diniz, Dave Faulkner, David Francoeur, Tanya Pattullo and Charlie Wolfe.

Heritage Days Committee (HDC) is a group of 10 community volunteers, working together to connect citizens of Camrose to their history.

“The committee includes representatives from the City’s main heritage organizations–the Bailey Theatre, Camrose and District Centennial Museum, and Camrose Heritage Railway Station and Park–that we partner with to offer a wide range of activities around the City,” said Deanna.

This year the committee is focusing on the importance of reconciliation. Various events will take place at five different locations in Camrose.

The opening ceremonies will take place from 10 to 11:45 a.m. at the historic Bailey Theatre. After a smudging ceremony and

opening remarks, the attendees will get to hear the stories of Peokis (Jean-Baptiste Lapointe) by Dr. Juliette Champange.

“Peokis, also known as Jean-Baptiste Lapointe, was an early Métis resident of Camrose, who led a fascinating life. He participated in the Riel Uprising, travelled widely in his work with the Hudson’s Bay Company and as a guide for Simon Fraser and Père Hippolyte Beillevaire in Duhamel,” explained Deanna.

“When he passed away, well past the age of 100 in 1936, obituaries appeared in newspapers throughout Canada. Yet Peokis has rested in an unmarked grave in Valleyview

Cemetery for almost 90 years. The HDC is proud this year to celebrate Peokis’ contributions to Camrose’s history by unveiling a plaque on his grave that honours his life and ensures that his role in the area’s heritage will always be remembered,” she continued.

Next on the agenda will be a guided historic walk, where Irysh Snow and Deb Trout will lead the attendees on a very special Old Sparling Walking Tour. The walk will begin at 12 noon at The Sweeterie, and those interested in joining the group are advised to get there before noon.

At 1 p.m., activities at the Camrose and District Centennial Museum kick off with Indigenous drumming and dancing, led by local drum keeper Charlie Wolfe.

Alternatively, at 1 p.m., historic talks will also take place at the Camrose Heritage Railway Station and Park. Presentations by Les Kosma and Glen Hvenegaard will share the stories about early settlers and birds of Alberta. The Highland Dancers will also be at the Heritage Railway Station Museum and Park to perform.

To end the day, a special cemetery tour will take place at the Valleyview Cemetery where plaques will be unveiled and placed on Peokis and his son Louis Lapointe’s graves.

This year’s Heritage Day activities bring things full circle by ensuring all sides of Camrose heritage are celebrated.

Rachael Kehoe: a settler’s story of Camrose heritage

By Nadine Leming

Traditionally inhabited by the Indigenous Cree, Camrose and area began seeing settlers arriving around the early 1900s by European people.

The community we now know as Camrose was initially the hamlet of Stoney Creek before becoming Sparling. It was in 1905 when it became the Village of Camrose.

During this time, in 1907, Camrose saw the creation of a town administration building, police and fire station, telephone exchange and schoolhouse.

In 1908, Rachael Kehoe (McGee) moved to Camrose from Ontario with her family. In 1980, she recorded her thoughts as she reminisced about the early years of the community.

Camrose was a small town at the time but growing quickly. Railway construction brought three rail lines to Camrose which included CP, CN and Grand Trunk between 1905 and 1914. This created attractive opportunities in the commercial and residential sections.

The family was invited to move to Camrose from a cousin who bought a farm four miles south of town. One of Rachael’s first memories of moving here

was sleeping on the floor on a mattress having a mouse run across her face. That was an experience she never forgot.

Her first impression of Camrose was the heavy odour of coal smoke. Back then there was no natural gas or electricity in Camrose. One of the things she remembers of those early days is the number of dogs and coyotes on the street. She recalled the coyotes to be a bit frightening as a small child.

Rachael attended the one room school house that was heated by either coal or wood. She would walk just under two miles to school with her lunch in a tin pail. She remembers vaguely, families crowding the school house to watch the annual Christmas pageants as a friendly neighbourhood gathering. There were stores, a bank and two hotels. Rachael recalls being able to eat a full meal in a local restaurant for only 35 cents. In those days, people travelled by horse and buggy and when in town would hitch the horses to the posts on either side of the street.

Many farmers would come to town to trade butter and eggs to the stores and trade them for other groceries.

The first Catholic church was built in 1909. Mass was only held on rare occasions, whenever possible. Many people from Camrose would venture to Duhamel when they could to enjoy mass. It wasn’t until 1915 when Camrose welcomed a full time priest to the community.

Indigenous families would set up tents on nearby lands to attend mass, especially for Easter and Christmas services. Rachael always appreciated the view of the quaint church looking across Mirror Lake.

John Kehoe, Rachael’s nephew, is a third generation resident in Camrose and area. His mom moved to the area from Nebraska and married his father. She graduated from St. Mary’s Hospital in the second nursing class. Family is important to John as he mentioned the

Kehoe family met twice a year for 49 years before the pandemic. He and his wife just celebrated 60 years of marriage, which is an accomplishment. Over the years, Camrose has always been home for him, raising his family here. He says, “Camrose is a great community. What more could you want when you have everything the big city has without the hassle.”

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Minister and MLA present to Women’s Shelter

By Nadine Leming Judilonne Beebe

from the Camrose Women’s Shelter was pleased to receive backpacks from Telus’ Kits for Kids Program. On hand to make the presentation was Minister of Child and Family Services Searle Turton and MLA Jackie Lovely.

“Given the work that the shelter does and the volume of families they help, I choose to provide the backpacks from Telus that I’m given every year, to them. The shelter graciously accepts them and I know the backpacks are put to good use,” said MLA Lovely.

Telus has donated backpacks for 240,000 families in need since 2006. The packs are filled with essential school supplies including lined paper, exercise books, pencil cases, pencils, and more.

The intention of the Kits for Kids program is to provide youth who may be in need of a little extra help with the rising cost of school supplies.

Every act of giving can inspire another. The shelter is one of those great organizations in the community giving back to the community with a little help from MLA Lovely and Minister Turton.

Changes made to Community Bus route

By Adan Shaikh

To improve the quality and accessibility of public transportation, the Camrose City Council approved revisions to the current route of the Community Bus. The update comes after reviewing ridership patterns and feedback from users. Changes will include an additional stop at

Manor, relocating the 66 Street Centre stop to the nearby parking lot, shifting the CityLights Church/Camrose Public Library stop further south and making the Safeway stop an on-demand stop–the bus would only stop at on-demand stops if a

is present at the location.

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster Changes will be made to the Community Bus route to increase accessibility to public transportation for the residents of Camrose. The stop at CityLights Church/ Camrose Public Library has already been moved further down the street, right across from the Camrose Booster office, 4925-48 Street.

Caring for seniors

By Jackie Lovely, MLA Camrose Constituency

In rural communities like ours, seniors care is a vital part of who we are. It’s where we see compassion in action every day. And at the heart of that care are health care aides (HCAs), the people who provide hands-on support to seniors and those living with illness or disability.

These are trusted, dedicated, and vital workers. And for the first time in Canada, Alberta is taking steps to formally recognize their important work by officially regulating the profession.

Starting February 2026, only individuals registered with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses and Health Care Aides of Alberta will be allowed to use the “health care aide” title and provide those services to the public.

This move will give Albertans greater confidence in the care they receive. HCAs will be required to meet approved education standards, follow a professional code of conduct, commit to ongoing training, and renew their registration each year. And just like other regulated health professions, they’ll be held accountable through a formal process if concerns arise.

This is about raising the bar and ensuring Albertans are getting the high-quality care they deserve from trained, qualified professionals. It also means HCAs will be better supported in their work, with clear standards and pathways for continued development.

In the Camrose Constituency, senior care is also an important part of our regional economy. Local seniors’ lodges, continuing care homes, and home care providers employ dozens of HCAs. Many of them have told me personally how proud they are of this change.

The College of Licensed Practical Nurses, a trusted health regulator, will be expanding to take on this new oversight role. They’ll maintain a public registry, enforce standards of practice, and support HCAs and their employers throughout the transition.

What this means for families is peace of mind. Whether your loved one is in a long-term care home, recovering in hospital, or receiving help at home, you can be assured they are in the care of professionals who are held to the highest standards.

And for those working as HCAs, many of whom live right here in our community, this is about dignity. It’s about ensuring their knowledge, care, and service are finally reflected in the way our system treats them.

To every health care aide across rural Alberta: thank you. Your work matters, and now our province is showing just how much we value it.

Contact my office if you require my assistance. A reminder that I am a commissioner of oaths and a notary public and provide the service free for constituents.

You can contact Jackie Lovely, Camrose MLA, at Constituency Office, 104, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S1. Tel: 780-672-0000, camrose@assembly.ab.ca or at Legislature Office, 6th Floor, 9820-107 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 1E7.

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THURSDAY, AUGUST 28, 2025 – 12:30 TO 4:00 PM

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Students who are not yet registered are welcome to come and register in the afternoon on this day.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2025

FIRST DAY OF CLASSES

Grade 9 – morning and afternoon Grades 10-12 – afternoon ONLY

8:45 a.m. – Grade 9 students will receive timetables and textbooks

11:00 a.m. – New student (Grades 10-12) orientation in the Trojan Zone 11:30 a.m. – Grade 9 Welcome Barbecue begins 12:00 noon – Welcome Back Barbecue for all students

12:40 p.m. – ALL other grades begin regular classes

Note: Buses will not run at noon for students to come to school.

If students cannot find alternate transportation, they will need to arrive in the morning and remain in the library until afternoon classes begin. All buses will be operational before and after school.

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All Stars in pool

By Nadine Leming

Swimmers from the Camrose Sea Serpents made the Alberta Summer Swimming Association’s (ASSA) All Stars team. Each year, Swim Alberta invites teams of qualified ASSA swimmers to compete at the Swim Alberta year round summer provincials. The Sea Serpents were proud to have three swimmers make the team in the province.

To qualify, the swimmers must achieve the Swim Alberta qualifying times in their age category.

Swimming coach Jana Gau said, “What’s so phenomenal about these three swimmers is that they were competing against swimmers that train year round. We only swim three and a half months a year.”

Destiny Castagna (14), Osamudiamen Ogbeide (14) and Uyiosa Ogebeide (12) swam on the ASSA

All Star team and all had remarkable success.

This was Uyiosa’s first time qualifying for the All Star competition. He competed in Lethbridge in eight events, walking away with a personal best time in the U12 50-metre breaststroke.

As an infant, he overcame some amazing challenges, receiving open heart surgery. It’s truly remarkable what he has accomplished. In his eight meets this season, he earned two silver and one bronze medal.

Osamudiamen and

Destiny competed in Edmonton and were two of only 15 ASSA swimmers to qualify for the meet. This was a great experience for them both.

Osamudiamen said, “It gives you a good feeling when you see improvements.”

He swam in five events and came home with three bronze medals. In his six meets over the season, he walked away with two gold, two silver and four bronze medals.

Destiny swam in five events at the meet as well and achieved a personal best time in the 100-metre freestyle event. In her seven meets this season, she earned four gold and two silver. She enjoys going to meets and said, “It’s a great way to meet and make friends.”

According to Jana, “All three of these swimmers have demonstrated improvement throughout the season. They train twice per day from Monday through Thursday and participate in meets on the weekends. Their dedication and training allows them to continue to improve their times throughout the year.”

The Sea Serpents hosted a meet July 25 to 27 in Camrose, with 346 swimmers from Fort Saskatchewan, Edmonton, Lloydminster, Provost, Vermilion, Wainwright and Wetaskiwin, with hopes of qualifying for ASSA provincials in Edmonton.

Starkevich paints the Battle River region

By Adan Shaikh

Colin Starkevich has spent years painting the wildlife and landscapes of the prairies. His Grassland Series is currently on display at the Esplanade Arts & Heritage Centre in Medicine Hat until October 18, featuring works that capture the region’s wildlife and open landscapes.

“I have been drawing nature and wildlife ever since I was a kid and then I started painting when I was a teenager. I kept working away at it and it became almost an addiction where I started feeling like my day wasn’t complete until I painted,” he said.

Starkevich’s connection to the prairie began with a camping trip in southern Alberta at age 19. That experience inspired him to focus on the grasslands and their wildlife, combining his artistic practice with his background in environmental sciences and wildlife conservation.

“I paint the prairies in an ongoing series I started in 2009 called The Grassland Series, which depicts wildlife and landscapes from this region of Alberta,” he said. “I moved out here to Camrose County five years ago which is at the northern extent of this region and full of the wildlife and land I enjoy to paint.”

Since the series began, Starkevich has continued to add new works each year. His first major recognition came in 2015, when he held a solo exhibition at the Royal Alberta Museum at age 25, one of the youngest artists to do so in Canadian history.

“Through my work in The Grassland Series I wish to raise awareness about the prairie/grasslands ecosystem and the biodiversity within them,” he said. “To have my artwork celebrate the conservation efforts of the past and present which give us all the prairie landscape we see and experience today, and ultimately, I hope my work inspires people to discover and utilize their unique abilities to make a positive difference in the world around them.”

His paintings aim to highlight the beauty and fragility of the prairie while encouraging viewers to recognize the conservation work that protects it.

“The Battle River region felt like the perfect place for an artist like me,” he added.

Starkevich continues to explore the northern extent of Alberta’s grasslands, capturing its wildlife and landscapes while sharing the story of the region through his art.

COMING EVENTS

SATURDAY, AUG. 23

Camrose

Heritage Day

Opening Ceremony and Keynote Speaker. 10 a.m. Free admission

SATURDAY, AUG. 30

The

Stevie Project

The 50-year career of Stevie Nicks is explored. Tickets: $55

FRIDAY, OCT. 3

The Great Fuss

A collision of old-school Brit pop with today’s Indie pop. 8 p.m. Tickets: $30.19

THURSDAY, OCT. 16

Simply Queen

A master ful tribute per formance honouring Freddie Mercur y. 7 p.m. Tickets: $57.75

FRIDAY, OCT. 24

Arrival & Dreams

Canada’s salute to AB BA 7 p.m. Tickets: $57.75

SATURDAY, OCT. 25

The Long Run

Four decades of Eagles live on s tage 8 p.m. Tickets: $47. 25

For more details about upcoming Bailey Theatre events or to purchase tickets, visit BAILEY THE ATRE.COM 780-672-5510 DOWNTOWN CAMROSE

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By Nadine Leming

Anika Carrier is Camrose born and raised with a passion for musical theatre. Anika is going into her third year at Grant MacEwan University’s Fine Arts/Communication program, majoring in musical theatre and performance.

This past April she competed in the Camrose Music Festival with four songs. She received a scholarship which moved her forward to perform at the Alberta Provincial Music Festival in Edmonton in May in the Under 20 category. With the two songs she performed, she placed very well tying for second with one song and first with the other song.

She earned another scholarship that sent her to the Canada West Performing Arts Festival in Saskatoon. Here she competed against all the first place winners from BC, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Each competitor put together a 25-minute program that showcased their vocal and performance

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skills. Once again, she placed first in the Musical Theatre category, receiving another scholarship.

“It was an amazing experience,” said Anika, who has made new friends at the competitions. These friendships created friendly rivalries. She added, “We always joked saying we were ‘fighting’ back and forth like ‘enemies’, but really we are all good friends uplifting and supporting each other.”

Competing in Saskatoon was the highest level of competition at which she’s ever performed. She mentioned being nervous saying, “Everyone here is so good, what am I going to do?” One thing she’s learned through these competitions is proving to herself that she’s worthy of being there with other talented performers.

In addition to competing in music festivals, Anika also entered a song writing contest at Grant MacEwan in her first year of university. She won another scholarship which is amazing as she was up against music majors. This

Submitted

On July 24, Anika Carrier of Camrose participated in the Canada West Music Festival and won first place in her category, receiving a scholarship that will go towards her tuition.

is a skill she would like to develop further as well as musical arranging. Anika’s future ambitions after graduating are to make a career out of performing. She stated, “I’ve been talking with my parents about performing on a cruise ship. It would be so fun.”

Marler Drive work in progress

By Adan Shaikh Residents driving

through southwest Camrose may have noticed large sections of Marler Drive closed and dug up. This is part of an extensive reconstruction project that will continue through September.

The work includes a full replacement of underground water, storm and sanitary main lines, along with new services to each property line. Once that is complete, the roadway will be rebuilt with new gravel, asphalt pavement, concrete curb and gutter, and a separate sidewalk. Landscaping will also be restored with new sod where needed.

“As part of the City’s strategic focus area of Optimizing Asset Management, this project is part of a three-phase project to upgrade the underground and surface infrastructure along Marler Drive (from Parkview Drive to 68 Street). This construction was needed in order to address the age and condition of the underground infrastructure, as well as the poor surface conditions (road, curb and gutter and sidewalks),” said Jeremy Enarson, manager of engineering services.

Phase 1 of the project was completed in 2023, from Parkview Drive to Mount Pleasant Drive.

“After letting the utility trenches settle for a couple of years, the City is planning to place the final layer of asphalt along Phase 1 later this year,” Enarson said.

The current stage, Phase 2A, runs from Mount Pleasant Drive to the linear park space between

63 Street and 65 Street.

“Phase 2B is planned for 2026, and will complete the current project to its west extent at 68 Street,” Enarson said.

Road closures began earlier in May and will continue throughout September, with sections shifting as work moves along. For more information visit camrose.ca.

WE AR E RECRU ITI NG A HEAD LIFEGUAR D FOR OU R AQUATIC FAC ILIT Y!

Are yo u passionate abou t aquatics recreation? Are yo u a ce rt if ie d Li fe guard an d Instructor ? Pu t yo ur lifesaving an d lifeguar ding skills to work with th e Ci ty of Camros e Aq uatic Centre. We are look in g for an energetic an d dedicated individual to fi ll th e positio n of Head Li fe guard. This is a pa rt-t im e positio n (0 .8 0 FT E)

FU NCTIONS/DUTI ES (but no t limite d to):

• Pe rfor m duties as a Li fe guard.

• Prov id e leadership, training an d supe rv isio n to team member s.

• Prov id e instructio n an d supe rv isio n for aquatic activities

• Assist in th e main te nanc e of th e aquatic facili ty

• Ad ministrati ve ta sks.

QUALIFICAT IONS :

• In te rmediate Firs t Aid.

• Li fe saving Instructor or equivalent

• National Li fe guard ce rt if ic ation.

• Po ol Operator I.

• Minimu m two (2) year s of aquatic ex perience

• Dedicated an d re liable with a st ro ng commitment to teamwork

• St ro ng public relations an d communicatio n skills

• Li fe saving Instructor considered an asse t.

• In te rmediate Firs t Ai d Instructor considered an asse t.

• Li fe saving Swim Instructor Tr aine r considered an asse t.

• Po ol Operator II considered an asse t.

• Aq ua Fi tnes s Instructor considered an asse t.

• Li fe saving Spor t Coac h considered an asse t.

HOUR S OF WO RK : This is a pa rt-t im e positio n (0 .8 0 FT E) Th e hour s of work for this permanen t positio n are 30. 00 hour s pe r week ; specif ic work schedule may va ry an d ca n includ e morning, day-time, evening, and/or weeken d shif ts Successfu l candidates will be required to teac h variou s swimming lessons that fall on evenings an d some weekends

SA LA RY & BENE FI TS : Th e Ci ty of Camros e of fe rs competitive sala ry, at tracti ve bene fi ts , an d a posit ive work enviro nment. Th e star ting sala ry for this positio n will be dependen t upon th e qualif ic ations an d ex perience of th e successfu l candidate.

A PPLICAT IONS : Individual s inte re sted in this positio n are invite d to submit a cove r le tter an d resumé to th e addres s below or in person by Septembe r 5, 2025 , at 4:30 p.m. If applying by email, please ensu re th e positio n title is included in th e subjec t line We appreciate and consider all applications ; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacte d.

CONTAC T:

Ci ty of Camros e – At tent ion: Manage r of Aquatics Aq uatics Centre Lo cation: 56 00-4 4 Avenue Camrose, AB Mailing Ad dress:

•Lawns may only be watered between 6AM to 9AM and 7PM to 11PM.

Odd-numbered houses may water only on odd-numbered days

Even-numbered houses may water only on even-numbered days

• Only hand watering with a watering can or hose with trigger nozzle is allowed for flower and vegetable gardens.

• Sprinklers and water toys may be used for recreational purposes by children as long as children are actively playing, including a pool with a capacity not more than 1,000 litres.

• Decorative outdoor water features must be turned o Stage 1 includes exemptions for newly laid sod.

By Adan Shaikh

Patrick Sullivan has owned his 1967 Chevy II Nova for 16 years. This isn’t Sullivan’s first Chevy II, he has had five over the years. He owned several when he was younger, and after taking a break from his restoration hobby to raise a family, he was quick to find more to work on, once his children were grown and busy with their own lives.

“My daughter went to university in Arizona, so when I went to visit her in the winter time I was on the look out for a car there. When I found it there, I had it shipped here and started spending more money on it,” shared Sullivan.

The 1967 Chevy II Nova was offered in several trims, from a simple base model to the sportier Super Sport (SS). The base model came with a 230-cubic-inch inline sixcylinder engine, producing about 140 horsepower, paired to a two-speed automatic or three-speed manual transmission. The SS version, meanwhile, could be ordered with Chevrolet’s small-block V8 engines.

Originally, Sullivan’s car was a base model with a straight six-cylinder engine. “I changed the motor and transmission, gears and the rear end. It came with a straight 6 cylinder and now it has a 350 small block V8. I have to get new wheels and tires next because these roads are too bouncy and bumpy, so that will be my proj-

Patrick Sullivan loves his

Chevy II but over the course

ect next winter,” explained Sullivan.

Swapping an inlinesix for a small-block V8 transforms the car’s character. The original six-cylinder is known for smooth running and good fuel economy, but the 350-cubic-inch small block, a compact, lighter-weight version of Chevrolet’s V8

FUN FACTS

The 1967 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova, as detailed by Over-Drive Magazine, was a compact car that underwent minimal changes from its 1966 predecessor, featuring a redesigned grille and a crosshatch-patterned deck lid trim panel.

It offered a range of engine options, including inline-six and V8 configurations, with the Nova SS trim providing enhanced performance features. Providing an option for all kinds of drivers.

Safety improvements for the 1967 model year included energy-absorbing steering columns, safety steering wheels, and dual brake master cylinders, aligning with government mandates.

Sullivan’s upgraded Chevy II Nova

design delivers a great boost in horsepower and torque without the added bulk of a big-block engine. Sullivan found the engine restoration to be the most challenging part, though it only took him a couple of days to complete.

The transmission puts the car almost a couple of decades ahead of its original specification. “When it first came out it came with a two-speed transmission and then it had a three-speed but I switched it out for a fourspeed automatic, which didn’t come out until the 90s so it’s pretty upgraded,” shared Sullivan.

His favourite memory with the car is of his granddaughter behind the wheel. “I have a picture of my granddaughter standing up in there that I love, my son was holding her up but I think she knew she was having a special moment,” he commented.

Sullivan is looking forward to the day when

his son can get his granddaughter’s car seat set up in the Chevy so she can join him for rides. His care and love for the car

are clear in its pristine condition, the product of both his restoration work and his passion for the Chevy II Nova.

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Police roll out body-worn cameras

Submitted

Camrose Police Officers and Peace Officers are now fully equipped with body-worn video (BWV) cameras, a small recording device worn on the front of the uniform used to record audio and video during interactions with the public.

“Body-worn cameras are another tool that the Camrose Police Service and Camrose Community Peace Officer program can use to enhance transparency and accountability, gather evidence and enhance officer safety,” said Camrose Police Service Sergeant Scott Sveinbjornson.

The use of BWV cameras is becoming increasingly common for police services and other law enforcement agencies and in March, 2023, the Government of Alberta mandated all police agencies in Alberta wear BWV cameras.

Once an officer determines an interaction with a member(s) of the public is known to be, or becomes, investigative in nature, or enforcement related, the officer will activate the recording device which will in turn illuminate a red light on the BWV camera.

“Legally, officers are not required to notify the

public that the interaction is being recorded,” explained Sveinbjornson.

“However, all of our officers are trained to do so when, and if, it is possible.”

Section 33C and 33B of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act authorizes the collection of information from the public. The recordings are disclosed to the courts when required, but private information of third parties captured in any recording will first be redacted.

Why BWV cameras?

The use of BWV cameras has proven to:

• Protect officers from unfounded allegations of misconduct and increase the efficiency and transparency with how complaints against officers are handled.

• Aid in de-escalating the behaviour of individuals knowing they are being recorded which enhances officer and public safety.

• Support and improve evidence collection and documentation which can lead to early case resolution and successful prosecutions.

• Increase public trust and confidence and officer professionalism.

QUILT RAFFLE WINNER

Adan Shaikh, Camrose Booster

Tova Olson won the Battle River Quilters’ Guild Raffle, taking home a beautiful quilt made with hours of dedication and care. From left are quilters Joanne Geertz and Donnalee Thompson, presenting the quilt to Tova Olson.

Community Standards Bylaw

By Adan Shaikh

Camrose City Council approved the new Community Standards Bylaw on August 11, regular council meeting. The bylaw will replace the City’s Nuisance Abatement, Public Properties, Unsightly Property and Snow Removal bylaws with one set of regulations covering property upkeep, public conduct and neighbourhood standards. Administration shared the changes are meant to make expectations clearer and enforcement more consistent.

Under the rules, property owners are required to keep yards free of excessive weeds, garbage, discarded materials and derelict vehicles. Grass taller than 15 centimetres is considered non-compliant unless it forms part of a naturalized area. Graffiti must be removed within 14 days of being discovered or reported, and sidewalks must be cleared of snow and ice within 48 hours of a snowfall.

“Administration did provide public notification online about the community standards bylaw, making sure that the residents were aware of the proposed changes. There was nothing substantial, but there was some misconceptions about Kick it to the Curb. The residents will still be able to place their items on the curb during Kick it to the Curb, but once it is over they would need to remove the items,” shared Brianne Hillson, City general

manager of corporate and protective services.

Participants in Kick it to the Curb are already encouraged to remove their items as soon as the community-wide event is over.

The bylaw also sets standards for public behaviour prohibiting: littering; graffiti; panhandling within 10 metres of banks or transit stops; public urination or defecation; and causing a disturbance through shouting, obscene language, intoxication or unsafe actions. Parades, demonstrations and games on roadways require a permit.

“The bylaw aims to ensure a safe, clean and enjoyable environment for all the residents of Camrose,” commented Hillson.

Compared to the older bylaws, the changes include specific timelines for snow clearing and graffiti removal, an expanded definition of “unsightly” property to include peeling paint, damaged fencing and unfinished construction more than five years old, and clearer rules for parking recreational vehicles and trailers on residential property. Some public activities are now subject to permit requirements that were not previously defined in one place.

For more information on the bylaw, visit camrose.ca.

Nellie Joyce Zimmer

April 28, 1937 ~ August 14, 2025

Nellie Joyce Zimmer (Orr) of Daysland, AB, formerly Spring Lake, AB, passed away Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the age of 88 years.

Left to cherish her memory are her children Joann Reinhart, Patricia (Joe) Martz, Bill (Joan), Donna (Doug) Yuha, James (Lorie), and Cheryl (Mark) Sieben; twenty-two grandchildren; thirty-one greatgrandchildren; brothers Chester (Mary Ellen), Melvin, Neil (Donna); sister-in-law Connie Orr; along with numerous cousins, nephews, nieces, greatnephews, and great-nieces.

Nellie was predeceased by her husband Donald; parents Jack and Bertha Orr; parents-in-law George and Theresa Zimmer; brothers George and James; sisters and brothers-in-law Laura (Howard) Sand, Geneva (Jim) Helmig; one infant sister; sisterin-law Dorothy Orr; and infant granddaughter Sarah Reinhart.

A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 22, 2025, at Our Lady of the Prairies Roman Catholic Church, Daysland with Fr. Danial Dsouza as the celebrant.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in Nellie’s memory may be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital, Canadian Blind Hockey, or to Providence Place.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome. com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Effie Marie Longhe

July 29, 1943 ~ August 8, 2025

Effie Marie Longhe of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Friday, August 8, 2025, at the age of 82 years.

An Interment was held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the Camrose Valleyview Cemetery. A Funeral Service was held at 3:00 p.m., Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the CityLights Church, 492048 Street Camrose, officiated by Rev. MaryAnn Pastuck. The service was recorded, and the link will be accessible a few days following the service on the Burgar Funeral Home’s website.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.

com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Gordon Kenneth Pasiuk

September 30, 1950 ~ August 1, 2025

Gordon Kenneth Pasiuk of Camrose, Alberta, passed away on Friday, August 1, 2025, at the age of 74 years.

As per Gordon’s request, no formal service will be held at this time.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.

com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

James Albert Charpentier

June 1, 1940 ~ August 10, 2025

James Albert Charpentier of Ryley, Alberta, passed away on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at the age of 85 years.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife Marilyn Charpentier; children Monica Charpentier, Todd Charpentier, and Vincent Charpentier (Joy Cochrane); four grandchildren; five greatgrandchildren; and siblings Dianne (Dennis) Hartman and Star (Gary) Vornbrock.

James was predeceased by his parents Vern and Mary; brothers Joe and Brian; and sisters Cindy and Roxanne.

A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Burgar Memorial Chapel, 4817-51 Avenue, Camrose, officiated by Pastor Jeremy Osterwalder.

If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions in James’s memory may be made to S.T.A.R.S. Air Ambulance or to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com

Phone 780-672-2121

“Dedicated service since 1906”

Helpful Tips for Writing Classified Ads Which Get Results!

Be Thorough

Sure you want your ad to stand out from the rest, but don’t skimp on the sort of information that sells. The item’s condition, size, age, brand name, and colour are some of the basics readers want to know. Without them, your ad may be overlooked.

Steer Clear of Abbreviations

Okay, so you want to include all the important basics. Don’t use strange abbreviations because our ads are designed to spell all the important details. Besides, you are not paying by the line, but by the word, so there is really no need to abbreviate.

Be Honest

Exaggerating your item’s finer points may bring in a lot of responses, but a buyer who’s misled won’t appreciate it and will take his business somewhere else.

State Your Price

The cost of an item is one of the most important concerns of want ad readers. Ads showing prices are ones which get results. Giving a price also serves to “weed out” those buyers not in your price range.

Be Accessible

Including a telephone number or address puts you in touch with potential buyers. Be sure to state the hours you can be reached: a caller who can’t get through the first time often won’t call again. Don’t hesitate to call us with any questions or problems you may have regarding advertising. Our professionally trained sales staff know the ropes, and would be happy to pass their know-how on to you. That’s why we’re here to help you get the results you deserve.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

HARVEST SHOW & SHINE – hosted by Round Hill and District Ag Society, Sunday September 7. Pre-2000 vehicles. Pancake breakfast 8-11 a.m., registration 9 a.m. to 12 noon, threshing demo 1 p.m., trophy presentations 3 p.m. Concession, homemade pies and Chicken Pooh Bingo! For info call 780672-6104 or see us on Facebook.

PERSONAL

LOST THAT LOVING

FEELING? Find it with a personal ad in The Camrose Booster classifieds. Ph. 780-672-3142.

TO GIVE AWAY

THREE WHITE KITTENS – Playful and tame. 14 weeks old. Litter trained. Call me at 780-608-6189.

SERVICES

SELF-INKING STAMPS –

Every shape, size, and colour. We deliver, right to your office. Camrose Booster Ltd., 4925-48 St., Camrose. Call us at 780-672-3142.

J.D.’s SMALL ENGINE REPAIR, SALES & SERVICE – Ph. 780-672-7649.

McTAVISH DELIVERIES (2023) LTD.

Local and long distance moving Storage Insured and bonded Where your business is appreciated 780- 672-5242, Camrose

DSS CONSTRUCTION

Don’t put off those projects any longer! Give me a call and we can plan together. Devin Meakins, Ph. 780-853-1080

THE SHIRT OFF MY BACK

TAILORING in Camrose Tues. - Fri., 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Thurs. Evening and Sat.: By Appointment Closed: Sun., Mon. and Holidays Please call 780- 672-4793

LOCAL HANDYMAN! –

Need a helping hand for repairs around the house? Over 20 years’ experience, licensed and insured. Baseboards, Basic Plumbing, Door and Window Installation, Soffit and Facia, Light Fixtures, Deck, Fence and Siding Repairs, Bathroom Vanities, Countertops and much more. Call or text Cory for a free quote in Camrose 780-686-4045 email: bluetruck13@hotmail.com

FOR RENT

FOR RENT ADS NOW UPLOADED TO The Camrose Booster Website DAILY!

MAIN STREET RETAIL

SPACE – located in high traffic, southerly area of Main Street, Camrose. Generous 1,664 sq. ft. of prime space at 4868-50 Street. Nicely decorated, air conditioned. $2221/mo., triple net. Clean, dry storage space in basement also available. Available immediately. Call Blain or Don at 780-6723142, the fairest, most reasonable people in the business.

ROOMS FOR RENT in the Scotney and Jacqueline character homes. Both are 2.5 blocks from university in Camrose. Clean, quiet and bright. Rent is $495 - $600 monthly plus DD and includes WiFi, utilities, recycle pick-up, yard care and snow removal. Partially furnished w/ shared laundry. (Some rooms are fully furnished for international students.) This is an affordable, quality accommodation that fills quickly. (Some rooms still available.) No partiers, smokers or pets allowed. Reduced rate over the summer for students. Please call Dave P., 780678-6163.

2-BEDROOM APART-

MENT – In excellent condition!

Perfect for seniors. The suite has stove, fridge, dishwasher, washer and dryer, blinds and one parking stall. Heat, water, garbage pick up, Telus TV and internet included. Building has an elevator and social room. No smoking building. Call 780-233-0224 for more info or to set up a viewing.

ESPECIALLY NICE MAIN FLOOR OFFICE SUITE

Generous 794 sq. ft. suite, suitable for three or more staff. Includes two private offices. Ground floor, easily accessible. Modern building in downtown Camrose. Bright, quiet, air conditioned. $1239.96/mo., plus share of operating expenses. Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, two of the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business.

CHOOSE YOUR NEW OFFICE

Selection of very nice street level offices in newer airconditioned building in Downtown Camrose

* Quiet, considerate neighbours

* Easy access

* Lots of parking for customers

* Energized parking for tenants

* Immediate occupancy

* Come and have a look! Call Blain Fowler or Don Hutchinson, 780-672-3142 days, the fairest, most reasonable fellows in the business!

PRIME DOWNTOWN

SPACE – 4917-50 Street. Second floor with reception area, lunch room and two private rooms. Elevator. $900/mo. includes utilities. 780-679-5085.

2-BEDROOM 4-PLEX – in quiet neighbourhood. 5 appliances. $1,050/mo. plus utilities. 780-608-6280.

TWO PRIVATE, FURNISHED BEDROOMS – in lower level of home in Camrose available for working adults or students. One $750/mo., larger one $850/mo. Utilities included. Shared bathroom, laundry and partial kitchenette. Street parking available. No: pets, smoking, vaping, parties, overnight guests. Contact 403-307-5884.

ONE-BEDROOM APARTMENT – All-inclusive. This spacious 1-bedroom apartment is available for rent at $1,400 per month and is located just a short distance from the university. The apartment includes all utilities (heat, water, and electricity) as well as internet. It comes fully equipped with five appliances: refrigerator, stove, washer, dryer, and dishwasher. Parking is provided, making it a convenient option for those with a vehicle. A 1-month damage deposit is required. This apartment is ideal for students or professionals looking for a comfortable, hassle-free living space in a prime location. For more information or to schedule a viewing, please call 780-678-9246 or 780-6731335.

EXCELLENT LOCATION, IMMACULATE, BRIGHT, SPACIOUS – Very quiet adult custom built 4-plex, close to hospital, Rosehaven, city centre. Half block to lovely Mirror Lake walking paths and nature. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, laundry room. Very spacious, bright main floor. 5 appliances. No smokers or pets. Reference required. Owner managed. 780-679-2170.

2-BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE – Newer building, located close to downtown amenities. High efficiency furnace and ondemand hot water offer wonderful savings on utilities. Private balcony, suitable for BBQ. Upgraded fixtures, cabinetry and flooring. 5 appliances, including dishwasher and laundry. Friendly, clean and quiet neighbourhood. Local owner managed, snow removal and lawn mowing are provided. Seeking mature responsible adult tenants, nonsmoking. Not suitable for small children or pets. $1,200 rent + utilities. $800 DD. Available October 1. Phone 780-679-7090.

FOR SALE/RENT

4-BEDROOM HOUSE –Historic downtown area. Available September 1. For inquiries please contact 780-781-9139.

HOUSEHOLD

TO GIVE AWAY – Hidea-bed/couch, grey fabric. Good condition. 780-679-2221.

MACHINERY

SWATHER NO LONGER ‘CUTTING THE MUSTARD?’ Call The Camrose Booster Classifieds, 780-672-3142.

MISCELLANEOUS

UPRIGHT KAWAI PIANO – Very good condition. Price negotiable. Call/text 403-3765923.

SKECHERS SLIP INS –Brand new! Memory foam white runners, size 10. Paid $165, asking $100. 780-679-4596.

GARAGE SALES

7014-46 AVENUE – Village at West Park (behind Superstore). Friday, August 22, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, August 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lots of clean good quality items - NO JUNK! 3628-64 STREET CLOSE – Saturday, August 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Furniture and household items.

AUTO

DADS – LOOKING FOR A CAR WITHOUT A BACK SEAT? Count on our classifieds. We match up buyers and sellers. Phone the Camrose Booster, 780-672-3142.

BOATS, RVS and TRAILERS

2016 GULF STREAM SERENITY – travel trailer 241 RB. Excellent condition. A/C, power awning, full size queen bed, newer tires. Sleeps 4-6 people $15,500. 780-672-4770. SELLING YOUR SEAWORTHY BOAT? Make a splash with an ad in the Booster classifieds! 780-672-3142.

LOVE CAMPING, BUT TIRED OF SHOVELLING SNOW OFF THE AWNING IN MAY? Say goodbye to your Gulfstream! Move it fast with a Camrose Booster classified. 780-672-3142.

SUPPORT HOME PROPRIETOR with CAFCL

Do you have a desire to make a difference and are you willing to make a long-term commitment supporting an individual with disability? If so, we want to hear from you!

The Camrose Association for Community Living is seeking to contract with caring and compassionate individuals and/or families who are willing to open their home and hearts to an adult who requires your support to successfully live at home and in the community

The supports expected would involve:

• Providing a safe, positive and supportive home environment that gives the adult in care a sense of belonging.

• Establishing and maintaining a structured environment that promotes healthy personal and social involvement in the community

• Supporting your roommate to have full wrap-around services willing to actively accompany the individual to appointments (i.e. medical, dental, recreation and leisure).

• Able to make a long-term commitment

Requirements:

✓ Financially stable, over the age of 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in Canada

✓ Clean Criminal Record Check for all family members over the age of 18

✓ Valid driver's licence, have/be willing to get minimum 2 million dollars vehicle liability coverage and a clean driver's abstract

✓ Home Insurance

✓ Provide at least three references (one personal, two professional)

✓ No more than three children/youth living in your home and have no other individuals receiving services from CAFCL or other agencies or international students living in the home

✓ Time to provide daily support to the individual

✓ Provide a bedroom that is safe and comfortable

✓ A passion to support people to live their best life and patience to recognize it takes time

✓ Willing to take annual training provided through the organization

How to Apply:

Send letter of interest and your resumé to humanresources@cafcl.org

An application will be sent to you as soon as possible Once the application is filled out and returned to CAFCL we will get back to applicants we feel are a good fit to set up interviews

For more information please call Jennifer Knopf or Leevi Hafso at 780-672-0257.

Deaths

Gordon Kenneth Pasiuk of Camrose, passed away on August 1, at 74 years of age.

Moira Gaige, (née Bibeau) of Camrose, passed away on August 7, at 91 years of age.

Katherine Nyschuk of Camrose, formerly of Cold Lake, passed away on August 7, at 87 years of age.

Effie Marie Longhe of Camrose, passed away on August 8, at 82 years of age.

James Albert Charpentier of Ryley, passed away on August 10, at 85 years of age.

Martin Helgeland of Camrose, passed away on August 11, at 91 years of age.

Nellie Joyce Zimmer, (née Orr) of Daysland, formerly of Spring Lake, passed away on August 14, at 88 years of age.

LPAC show postponed

By Nadine Leming

The Lougheed Performing Arts Centre (LPAC) has regretfully announced the postponement of The Woodshed show scheduled for August 20.

Currently the LPAC team is working to determine a new date and will share information as it becomes available. The box office will be in touch with people who have purchased tickets. For more information visit camroselive.ca.

Automotive Technician

3rd, 4th Year or Journeyman

We are a recognized leader in the automotive af termarket ser vice industr y with an opening for an experienced technician.

With 3rd, 4th year apprenticeship training or Automotive Technician Journeyman Cer ti cation, you will have the abilit y to per form ser vice on tires, exhaust , brakes, front end, tune-up, electrical and cooling system ser vices, factor y scheduled maintenance and more for our expanding clientele We o er a competitive salar y and bene ts package Please apply in person with resumé and references to 6208-48 Avenue, Camrose or email to midascam@live.ca

Missed Delivery Policy

If you do not receive your copy of The Booster or pre-printed inserts, please report this to us by calling 780-672-3142. We will promptly re-deliver these to city households. Note that we do not have access to certain apartment buildings. In these cases, we ask you to contact your apartment manager to request delivery

Rural readers are asked to report missed deliveries and we will consult with your postmaster to ensure future deliveries.

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PROGR AM COORDINATOR

Repor ting directly to the E xecutive Director, the Program Coordinator is responsible for managing the day-to -day deliver y of direct ser vices of the Camrose Women’s Shelter in-house clients while ensuring that sta maintain a high standard of ser vice and safet y in accordance with program polic y and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in Human Ser vices , 5 years of super visor y experience , and minimum of 3 years working in a women’s shelter or a crisis intervention agenc y. Strong Human Resources background, compu ter skills and competenc y in working with data base systems and outcome repor ting. Program Coordinator should possess excellent decision-making skills, time management skills, general interviewing and assessment skills, conf lict management and resolution skills. Knowledge and/or experience in the following areas: domestic violence , homelessness, mental illness, addictions, Trauma Informed Practice , and Indigenous culture and practices . Valid First Aid/CPR is required, as well as up-to-date Child Welfare Information System Check (C WIS) and Criminal Record Check

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILI TIES include :

A . Personnel Management

B. Organization Sta Relationship s

C. Program Planning, Case Management, Evaluation and Outcome Reporting

D. Community Collaboration

E . Assist E xecutive Director

a. Assist the E xecutive Director, as directed, in corporate areas a ecting direct ser vices in the Shelter such as program promotion, budget preparation, program polic ies and procedures , corporate sta de velopment and strategic planning

b. Provide monthly written repor ts

c. Par ticipate in the Leadership team of the Organization

More details of responsibilities can be found on Indeed http s ://ca.indeed.com/job/ program- coordinatorca7b6 3 2d0d2a4 317

Please submit all resumés to: Email : exec@camrosewomenshelter.org

Fax : 780-679-4999

Via Indeed

We thank all who apply, only those shor tlisted will be contacted for interviews . The application will be open until a suitable candidate is found

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of Mar y Eileen Nyuli, late of Daysland, Alber ta, who died on June 20, 2025.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by September 18, 2025, and provide details of your claim with ERIC BARSTAD of Farnham West Stolee Kambeit z LLP, Barristers and Solicitors at 5016-52 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1V7.

If you do not f ile by the date above, the estate proper ty can law fully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have

NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CL AIMANTS

Estate of MARIE THERESE G ALL ANT, who died on June 3, 2025.

If you have a claim against this estate, you must f ile your claim by Friday, September 19, 2025, with IAN W. SMITH at Fielding & Company LLP, Suite 100, 4918-51 Street, Camrose, AB T4V 1S3.

If you do not f ile by the date above, the estate proper ty can law fully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have

Kodiaks cultivate strong players

By Nadine Leming

The Camrose Kodiaks are steeped in rich history and tradition. With five AJHL Championships, five Doyle Cup titles and six appearances in the RBC Cup, this team has a storied past starting in 1996. This community-owned team began with a desire to bring Junior A hockey to Camrose, and became a team others feared to play.

Recently, the team had five 20-yearolds graduate from the Camrose Kodiaks’ program. All five of these players have earned scholarships allowing them to continue both their academic and hockey careers at the collegiate level. This allows these players to pursue a post-secondary education as they continue to play the game they love through the Camrose Kodiaks program. These players include: Wilson Maxfield, NAIT; Avery Trotter, Ooks (ACAC); Dylan Didyk, Grant MacEwan University (U Sports); Sam Lozinski, Albertus Magnus College (NCAA Division III); and Owen Lansing, University of Alberta Augustana Campus (ACAC).

The team is committed to help players further their education through hockey at various levels to provide each of the players an opportunity to attain their goals through their education advisors. These advisors assist them in making sure each player is fully prepared and eligible to continue

education through hockey.

“It’s truly incredible to look back and see the impact this program has had on so many student-athletes. The support from the Camrose community, including our sponsors, volunteers, board members, billets, season ticket holders and fans, has given these players the opportunity to pursue both their athletic and academic goals” said Eric Kroetch, Kodiaks general manager.

Eric has come to appreciate how important the community’s support is to the success of the education program. “We wouldn’t be where we are today without the visionaries who started the Camrose Sport Development Society nearly 30 years ago, and the many individuals who have continued to donate their time, energy, and resources to help this team grow,” he continued.

The team also heavily relies on the generous support of all the local sponsors who continue to back this community owned team. Eric acknowledges the tough economic challenges due to inflation, tariffs, and rising interest rates. He’s excited to see a renewed energy around the team stating, “Our average game attendance has increased over the past two seasons, and there’s a growing excitement in the building.”

Central Agencies Realty Home of the Week

Perfect move-in ready home

By Adan Shaikh

A one-owner home in Camrose is now on the market. Built in 2007, the two-storey detached home features three bedrooms, two-and-a-half bathrooms and 1,366 sq. ft. of living space.

The main floor includes a spacious family room with a south-facing window and gas fireplace. An eat-in kitchen features extended maple cabinetry, a new stove and microwave hood fan, a pantry option and an expandable dining area. A two-piece bathroom and main floor laundry complete the level.

Upstairs, laminate flooring continues throughout three bedrooms, along with a four-piece bathroom. The partially finished basement includes a

Matthew Mayer

professionally constructed three-piece bathroom and open space suitable for a guest area or children’s playroom, plus storage.

The fully fenced backyard offers a raised deck, mature landscaping, perennials and a raised garden box.

A detached 22 ft. x 22 ft. garage with a tongue-and-groove interior provides parking and storage.

Additional features include central air conditioning, vinyl windows and proximity to parks, playgrounds and shopping.

The property, located at 7408-46 Avenue, is listed at $387,500. For more information or to arrange a viewing, contact Matthew at:

Chic Happens

My personal style is best described as "Didn' t expect to get ou t of the car " and " This used to fit ".

When is it too late to have a baby shower?

Because my mother never had one when she was pregnant with me and I need some new clothes.

I can' t decide if people who wear pajamas in public have given up on life or are just living it to the fullest People make fun of my cargo shor ts until they need a multi-bit screwdriver, a lint brush or a half-eaten sandwich

Yesterday : Combed my hair, did my makeup and went out . Saw no one

Today : Slept in, had no time for hair or makeup and ran into ever y person I know. Ever y single one.

It 's not that I need more shoes, it's just that they keep making them in my size!

My favourite colours are black , dark black , pitch black , pastel black , light black and faded black

Age 25: "I need some cute shoes for this event ."

Age 4 5: "I need some cute shoes for this event that I can also wear to work, that are comf y to walk in, don't make me look old, won' t hur t my little toe or lower back , will last a minimum of 10 years and are on sale."

Being a man is not easy – no makeup, no wig. If you're ugly, you're ugly. There's nothing you can do about it.

The older I get , the worse I'm willing to look in public. Rich people have fancy brand labels on their clothes, but happy people have dog hair on them.

Do you ever buy underwear and when you take them out of the pack , think , " Wow, these things look huge!"

Then you put them on and they fit like a glove.

After age 45, do we just keep all our clothes in case the y will fit again one day ? A sking for a friend.

The y should put pockets in all women's clothing –dresses, swimsuits, pajamas, under wear, socks.

If they're there, we will use them

Men see three pairs of shoes and think , " That 's enough."

Women see 30 pairs of shoes and think , "I need more options."

Why do some people look so cool when the y wear cargo pants but I just look like I'm about to go to a 5:00 p.m. gira e feeding at a wildlife sanctuar y?

If your cup is only half full, you probably need a di erent bra.

I consider it a successful fashion day if I didn' t spill anything on my shir t.

You don' t know fear until you're in a change room, tr ying on a too-small dress with a zipper in the back and thought you were stuck in it forever

I don' t know if my pants are feeling loose because I'm losing weight or the elastic is finally giving up the fight.

I'm not sure if clothing designers know this, but there is a whole demographic of women who still want the bottom half of the shir t.

I don' t understand my wardrobe.

It 's full, but I have nothing to wear

It 's almost time to put away my black summer clothes and bring out my black autumn clothes.

MY WARDROBE

45% Haven' t worn in over three years

25% What on ear th was I thinking?!

25% For when I get thinner

5% What I actually wear

0% Things I'm willing to get rid of

If you have extra clothes lying around, please donate them. All you have to do is:

• Neatl y fold and place them in a garbage bag

• Put them in your trunk

• Leave them there for 12 to 18 months.

• Take them out when you need to make a par ticularl y big grocer y run

• Put them in your garage and forget abou t them until it's time to move.

• Donate.