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Viking by-election date set after Nearing resigns Patricia Harcourt Editor
There are more changes coming to Viking Town Council. Viking Councillor Clint Nearing resigned his position on Viking Town Council before Christmas precipitating the need to hold another by-election in the spring. Nearing had already been a full-term councillor previously before deciding to run for the
position of mayor in the last general municipal election. After losing that race, he took the opportunity to rejoin council by running in a byelection where he won by acclamation. But now Nearing has resigned from council and a date was set for a by-election during the Dec. 18 regular council meeting. Nearing officially resigned on Dec. 7 at 9:51 p.m. giving the town 120 days to hold a by-election. The by-election date was set for Tuesday,
April 2, with nominations closing 28 days earlier on Tuesday, March 5. Council also appointed the town’s Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud as Returning Officer, and town employee Tammy Voltner as substitute returning officer. With Nearing gone, council also took some time to replace his name on boards and committees with those of other councillors for an interim period until the election is held.
Irma Aces victorious on the road over weekend Leslie Cholowsky Staff Reporter
Play in the East Central Senior Hockey League resumed locally on Saturday, Jan. 6, after a short Christmas break. The Forestburg Flyers hosted the Irma Aces on Saturday night. Forestburg took an early lead in the game, with Alex Badry scoring at the 1:30 mark, from Colton Cannady and Brock Dawbin. Irma tied things up with a goal from Zach Mackay, assisted by Ross Herzog, with Forestburg pulling ahead again late in the period with an unassisted goal from Cory Lohr to make it 2-1 heading into the second period. Irma’s MacKay scored his second goal of the
night on a power play early in the period to tie it 2-2. Irma’s Tristan Hofer scored the only goal in the third, from Ryan Symington, to make it a 32 final for the Aces. Brendan Davis took the loss in goal for the Flyers, stopping 41 of 44 shots, compared to 21 shots on Irma’s Tyson Soucy. Also on Saturday, the Sedgewick Sabres hosted the Stettler Imperials at the Wild Rose Recreation Centre, earning a 3-0 win and a second shutout for goaltender Travis Child. The Hughenden Jets hosted the Provost Combines Saturday in Hughenden, playing to a 6-5 loss, with Provost scoring the winning goal with just 13 seconds left on the clock.
This coming weekend will see the Jets heading to Stettler, Forestburg flying in to Irma for a rematch, and the Sabres heading to Coronation, all on Saturday, Jan. 13. Irma is also on the road, heading to Oyen on Friday, Jan. 12. After weekend play, the Stettler Imperials sit atop the league with a slim lead of 16 points over second place teams, the Sedgewick Sabres and Provost Combines, each with a game in hand, sitting at 15 points in 10 games. The Irma Acres aren’t far behind, with 14 points in 10 games, and the Oyen Eagles sit in fifth place with 13 points. Hughenden is in sixth place, tied with Delburne, at eight points each, with Forestburg in eighth place and Coronation in ninth place.
council meeting.”And he’s not yet done,” indicating some files are “still active.” And Councillor Dana Ewashko stated that, “We lack backup for our bylaw officer,” referring to the local police. The list of issues dealt with in November included two nuisance yard complaints with lawns not mowed, two dog at large complaints with owners spoken to and one barking dog complaint. There were also two commercial building
inspection issues, which included the issuing of two compliance letters under the Municipal Government Act sent by registered mail. One compliance letter under the MGA was sent for a nuisance issue. As well, a yard cleanup was completed based on a compliance letter that had been sent, which involved a crew cleanup operation. The bylaw officer also dealt with two unattached RV trailers on the street, and two verbal warnings about parking a vehicle left of centre.
Viking Bylaw Officer ‘very active’ in late 2023 Patricia Harcourt Editor
The month of November 2023 netted a total of 13 bylaw issues for enforcement officer Wayne Nyback to deal with in the Town of Viking, including several compliance orders on properties. “The bylaw officer’s been very active,” said Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud, when the report was discussed at the Dec. 18
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JULY Friday, July 7, was a beautiful day for a Celebrity Golf Tournament at the Irma Golf Course. Several celebrities teamed up with local golfers for a day of fun and fundraising for Irma’s new “Zamboni” and Arena Planning Project. Shaun Newman (host of “Shaun Newman Presents”) hosted a ‘Fireside Chat’ onstage after the supper with Gerry Johansson (Sport Corp NHL agent), Darryl Sutter (recent Calgary Flames coach), and Bob Stauffer “Oilers Now” host. The stands at the Cloverlodge Stampede Grounds in Viking were full and was the centre of chariot and chuckwagon racing action over the weekend. Organizers at Viking Historical Society’s pancake breakfast said attendance was way up this year, estimating between 150-200 people came for the pancakes, sausages, and eggs. The Society also took official possession of St. Matthew’s Anglican Church and Hall. This year’s annual Show and Shine was an opportunity to mark the occasion with a ribbon cutting. A new event called “Ribs and the Races” got the thumbs up as people streamed into the Multiplex to sample some delicious recipes. The First Annual Pork Rib Cook Off featured 14 entries of different rib recipes for patrons to chow down on and then judge for themselves which was the best. In addition to a busy week of ac-
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PATRICIA HARCOURT PHOTOS Patricia Harcourt Editor
For three days last weekend, the Cloverlodge Stampede Grounds in Viking were the centre of chariot and chuckwagon racing action. Stands were full for the exciting races put on by the Viking and District Agricultural Society and sanctioned by the Alberta Professional Chuckwagon and Chariot Association (APCCA). Smoke advisories from wildfires in other parts of the province didn’t appear to dampen any of the fun. Races were held at 6 p.m. on Friday and Saturday night, and 1 p.m. on Sunday. Food with Flair and Noodle Pigs Mini-Donuts food trucks were set up onsite to provide food and refreshments. Saturday, the highly successful pork rib cook-off took place at the Multiplex to rave reviews. This was one of two new features introduced this year. The other was singer Darlene Thibault performing with her band on the Stampede grounds Sunday morning. At the end of the races on Saturday night, a family friendly dance was held in the out-
door rink with band The River Jacks providing the music. Beer gardens were held all three days, and every day racing fans saw eight chariot heats and seven chuckwagon heats. And there was plenty of action and excitement as the dust flew as drivers worked to steer their horses around the barrels as fast and cleanly as possible before tearing down the tracks. The ever popular Terry Cartier did the announcing for the races, throwing in anecdotes, jokes, and tidbits about drivers and the racing world. And in-between the chariots and chucks, during intermission the crowd was treated to seeing youngsters drive during the mini chuckwagon races. On Sunday, the races were held in conjunction with the Viking Historical Society’s Pancake Breakfast at the Legion and the society’s annual Show and Shine. Called a “Sunday Funday,” the collaboration worked well for both the historical society and the agricultural society by bringing more people into both the downtown area and stampede grounds events.
tion with the Kinsella Bullarama and Viking Chuckwagon and Chariot Races, down the road on Highway 13 Hardisty also held its annual Rodeo weekend. On Sunday afternoon, three Viking area contestants competed: Jacyln Friend and Sandra Carter in Ladies Barrel Racing and Wade Jober in Steer Wrestling. Former Irma resident Irene Tomlinson, daughter of Hugh and Aletha, received a Citizen of the Year award from the city of Red Deer. Irene has a job in security and works to keep the residents and businesses in her community safe. On Tuesday, July 11, 54 women gathered at the Irma Golf Course for the Ladies Par 3 event. Rita Tipler got the lowest score with a 34 and Deb Harrison landed her ball on the green most often. AUGUST Bruce was a hotbed of activity over the weekend as they put on another successful Bruce Stampede. On Saturday the local rodeo took over the grounds. Many took part in different activities, before the slack performance began later that evening. On Sunday the stands were packed right up to the brim to watch some of the biggest names in rodeo compete for some hard earned winnings. The Village of Irma was filled with visitors and locals alike for the annual Irma Days, sponsored by the Irma Ag Society. The 36th Annual Curling Summerspiel is always a huge hit, as well as the parade, Irma Elks gun show, bench fair, slow-pitch tournament, bouncy castles and obstacle courses, and many other activities for all ages to enjoy. A CN train derailed Tuesday morning, August 8, while travelling on tracks running adjacent to Highway 14 west of Wainwright. The derailment involved six box cars and an engine. Jean Paré, author of the famous cookbook line “Company’s Coming,” was honoured with a high tea at the Irma Museum during Irma Days. Paré had passed away on Christmas Eve 2022 at the age of 95. The event was hosted by the Irma
Historical Society and many volunteers were on hand to serve the tea and baking on elegant chinaware. Organizers and fans alike were once again impressed with their hockey in August event at the Viking Carena. After four days of hockey action, the winners for the Brettzky A Final were “The Club,” which has won the trophy for the third time. A CN train hit a semi on the tracks at Viking’s busy highway intersection on Thursday, August 10. The driver of the truck out of it unscathed but was ticketed for trying to get across the tracks while the crossing arms were down. A high speed chase that started in Irma Sunday afternoon ended with the highly erratic driver hitting the ditch at Unity, Sask. Vermilion RCMP Traffic Services attempted a traffic stop but the vehicle fled down the highway at speeds estimated to be 180 km/hr. Wainwright RCMP picked up the chase and deployed a tire deflation device on the road to stop the dangerous behaviour. The suspect instead avoided it and drove toward police vehicles and into oncoming traffic. Unity RCMP were called into the chase where another tire deflation device was placed and the vehicle ran over it and entered the ditch. The streets were lined with vehicles in the hamlet of Bruce on Friday, Aug. 18 as people came out to celebrate the Bruce Ag Society’s 50th anniversary at the Bruce Curling Rink. Over 210 people were in attendance to enjoy the free meal of burgers, hot dogs, corn on the cob, beans, salads, and cupcakes. This year’s Teddy Bear Picnic was a joyful celebration for young families at Eastview Park with all kinds of fun and inspirational activities. Clutching their beloved bears, children had a few hours of family fun. There were faces to be painted, a bouncy house to slide down, a story corner, fire truck tour, and free hot dogs by the Viking Lions. SEPTEMBER Work began to expand undersized ditches and install larger culverts on the east end of Viking, behind the Carena Complex and to the east towards the golf course, in order to handle greater volumes of water that could be expected in the town’s future. Volunteers from the Viking Station Gallery, together with the Northern Plains Rail Services and CN hosted 28 students from Viking School Grade 4 and 5 on Tuesday, Sept. 19 for a visit to the heritage railway station in Viking, and to hear an important safety message from Cst. Dean Solowan of the CN Police.
The Viking School held an inspirational run for the Terry Fox campaign on Friday, Sept. 22. To date, the school has raised $1,590 for the foundation. This year’s Terry Fox Run at the Irma School was very successful, raising a total of $3,860.70 in the annual campaign against cancer. The run took place the afternoon of Wednesday, Sept. 20, with students lining up at the school to start off. There were special memories for many at a traditional harvest festival service at St. Matthew’s Church on Sunday, Sept. 24. The event served as a fundraiser for the Viking Historical Society’s efforts to restore and maintain the church buildings. OCTOBER The Holden Post Office held their autumn pie social on Friday, October 6, but added many new features to the day including a scarecrow festival, children’s games and colouring contest, free hot dogs, and a free movie. Twenty-five pies were baked for the event, and there was not much leftover. Students from Irma School enjoyed a lunch hosted by the Irma Fire Department on October 11. All school staff and students headed over to the firehall for a barbeque put on and cooked up by the department members. Viking Fire Department held a Pancake Breakfast at the Firehall on Sunday, Oct. 15. Firefighters cookies up delicious pancakes and other food from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. It was all in honour of this year’s Fire Prevention Week which ran from October 8-14. Appropriately, the theme for this year was “Cooking safety starts with YOU.” Viking Council divvied out $30,000 in recreation grants at the Oct. 16 regular meeting after much discussion on the issue. A total of 18 columbus and organizations requested funding through the recreation grant, with requests ranging from $147 to $15,000. In all, there were $77,587 in requests.
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Viking prepares for future ‘catastrophic events’ Digs larger ditches and installs bigger culverts to handle flooding
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Work is underway to expand undersized ditches, and install larger culverts on the east end of Viking in order to handle greater volumes of water that could be expected in the town’s future. Patricia Harcourt Editor
Work has been ongoing on the installation of culverts behind the Viking Carena Complex and to the east towards the Viking Golf Course. The work is the result of a storm water study and assessment completed by the town’s MPE engineering firm a couple of years ago, said the town’s Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud. “It is my understanding the Town of Viking used provincial grant money towards this study,” said Lefsrud. The study was taken, he said, “as a result of flooding in neighbourhoods next to the Viking Alliance Church that
occurred previously.” Lefsrud explained that once the flooding revealed an issue that needed to be addressed, a plan was implemented to protect property owners and address liabilities around the town’s insurance coverage. The study revealed a majority of water run off was coming from rural areas within the jurisdiction of Beaver County. “The study determined that 97 per cent of water run off came from the surrounding areas and the remaining three per cent actually came from within the town boundaries,” he said. “This is important to realize that even if we don’t see a lot of rain in town, we need to consider the land
around us and the total potential water run off,” said Lefsrud. And the town being built on low lying land in the midst of county farmland has exacerbated the issue. “For folks who are not aware, Viking is situated in a low spot and water run off comes from surrounding county farm land,” he said. “And this has to make its way towards Viking. It then flows through our ditches and then on to Lake Thomas (in the county).” Work began last year and there is more currently underway in the town limits as a result of the study and recommendations that were made out of that. Lefsrud said the work is being done
“in preparation for such a catastrophic event as a 100-year storm.” In order to prepare for this, the current work includes expanding undersized ditches so they can better handle much larger volumes of drainage water. “The Town of Viking has spent almost a million dollars on these upsized culvert installations and the deep ending and widening of these ditches to handle those expected volumes,” said Lefsrud. Money used to complete this project in 2023 has come from the province’s Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) funds for infrastructure, Claystone dividend funds and ratepayers from the Town of Viking, he added.
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NOVEMBER A fatal collision took the life of an 80-year-old woman Sunday, Oct. 29 in a two-vehicle collision on Highway 36. It was determined an SUV travelling southbound on Highway 36 failed to stop at the stop sign and collided with a westbound SUV. The 80-year-old female passenger was declared deceased at the scene. The inside of the Viking Historical Society’s Haunted House this year was full of scary images and sounds at the St. Matthew’s Annex on main street. Youngsters came in the afternoon for a milder version of events, but adults got the full force of the haunting theme, thanks to many volunteers working throughout October. Holden Rural Academy chalked up their first sports team win during the Oct. 21 weekend. The Holden Hawks Senior boys’ volleyball team won two out of three games against Camrose in the Forestburg invitational, placing fourth overall out of six teams in the weekend tournament. Two Halloween dances were held at the Holden Community Hall on Saturday, October 28. Over 80 individuals came out for a spook-tacular night of dancing. The family dance saw about 30 parents and children, while 54 ‘boos and ghouls’ showed up for the teen dance. The Bruce Agricultural Society members pulled off another hugely successful Community Perogy Supper on Friday, November 3. Preparations included making thousands of handmade perogies for the meal, along with all kinds of meat, salads and desserts to accompany the main course. The hall was full for the ever popular event. A large crowd took in the festivities celebrating the Irma Agricultural Society’s 50th Anniversary on Friday, Nov. 3, at the Irma auditorium. Farmhouse Catering supplied a lovely meal followed by entertainer David Jukebox Leigh. There were live and silent auction items available for bidding. All proceeds from the event will go towards a new multi-use agricultural building. Viking School gathered in the gymnasium last Friday, Nov. 10, to honour fallen soldiers in their Remembrance services. They were joined by a Legion Colour Guard and members, speaker Cpl. Seth Tilley and Rev. Scott Reynolds. This year there were 133 poem, poetry, and essay entries from the Viking School for the Legion contest. Members of the Viking Alliance Church Community Group collected over 60 shoeboxes during Operation Christmas Child campaign’s
official collection week. The Holden Ag Society held their first steak night of the season on Saturday, November 18, doubling as a fundraiser to ‘keep the lights on’ in the Holden Arena. Many Ag Society members and outside volunteers all work together to make steak night a success and they cooked all 200 steaks. DECEMBER The Viking Seniors Christmas Supper and party Sunday night was a festive occasion with many people flocking to the Centre in celebration of the start of the Christmas season with good food and friends. Musicians Deb Hill and Darlene Thibault provided the holiday entertainment. Viking-ites came together to celebrate the spirit of Christmas with a giant parade of lights and other fun activities. The Christmas Lights Parade was a major event as vehicles lined up to take in festive looking floats, vehicles, and displays. Santa Claus was there along with the Grinch, both a hit with the youngsters.
Those attending a concert on the weekend were treated to a humourous introspective of holiday offerings. The Viking School Grade 12 class presented a “Christmas Concert with Onel,” Saturday afternoon at the Kinsella Hall. The show also had kids’ crafts and games available during the performance, and refreshments and treats were served as well. The concert is a fundraiser for the graduating class to help them organize their high school graduation coming up in 2024. Irma Santa Day was held Saturday, Dec. 9, with many events allowing people to get together and enjoy the season. Hockey activities at the arena, turkey shoot at the firehall, visits with Santa, and tractor and wagon rides, among others, were all part of the fun. Youngsters from Kindergarten to Grade 6 put on their Annual Christmas Concert for an afternoon and evening performance on Thursday, Dec. 14. The show included songs, bell performances, and “Shimmering Star Search Play” by the Grade 6 class. Everyone then came together for a finale of “We Wish You a Merry Christmas” to top off the concert. Viking Mayor Jamie Buttner presented the first place plaque for the Christmas Light-UP Contest to Dorothy Koch who was receiving it on behalf of the Koch family. The Page family won second place and the Leidl family was awarded third. A festive turkey luncheon was hosted by the Town of Viking at the Carena lobby on Friday, Dec. 15 with Town CAO Doug Lefsrud providing greetings. Everyone attending enjoyed turkey and all the trimmings prepared and served by the Carena Kitchen staff under Tim Goodison. Entertainment was provided by the Will Ryan Music School. Outside, the RCMP, Viking/Beaver FCSS and Food Bank held a “Stuff the Cruiser” event. The Viking Health Care Auxiliary is happy to report the obstetrical stretcher has arrived and has been in use at the Viking Health Centre for the past few months.
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JOHN’S RANT
Not much to look forward to in 2024
Well, we’re into a new year. Do I hold much optimism for 2024? Nope … not a chance … Nadda! Here in the country I was born and raised in, we have a Federal government led by a fool who doesn’t care about half of its citizens. A leader who has no leadership skills. A man who openly calls his fellow countrymen racist while he has been known to parade around in blackface paint. No, our country is in a mess with a federal government supported by a lame duck NDP leader who has signed on with the Liberals to preserve his job … at least until the government has to call an election. If wise common-sense Canadians ever re-elect Jagmeet Singh, my faith in Canadian wisdom will have totally evaporated. Yet in spite of all this madness going on in our country, things are hopelessly worse south of our border. It’s an election year in the Excited States. Yet, news outlets such as CNN are still so fascinated with Donald Trump and his loss in the 2020 election it’s all they can talk about. And the constant persecution of the former president by the media and the Democratic Party and its appointees is way over the top. States and the Federal Justice department have Trump in courts across the land on charges of leading to overthrow the 2020 election results. He faces four felony counts in Washington, D.C. He faces 13 felony counts in Georgia. The Colorado and Maine governments are trying to block him from being on the fall ballot for president because he led an insurrection surrounding the Jan 6, 2021 riots at the U.S. Capital. Others such as Oregon,
Michigan, Illinois, and Minnesota are considering similar motions to disqualify him from their state ballots. Yet here is Trump, surprisingly, leading in all polls to reclaim the Republican Party presidential nomination to battle against President Joe Biden. His rival Biden is ready for the fall presidential election. Biden has not been a strong president. Unfortunately there is not much opposition to compete against a sitting president. He, like our Prime Minister, is vacuous, more due to senility than stupidity, but nonetheless he doesn’t inspire confidence either nationally or on the world stage. The Democrats themselves as a party, are following the woke World Economic Forum agenda leading their country into a mire of hopelessness and becoming less important on the world stage. Much like Canada, although Canada is much further down the list of useless when it comes to presence on the world stage. Both the president and former president are known quantities going into the 2024 election and none of the qualities of either is good. I could support Nikki Haley, the former governor of South Carolina and former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations. She is younger, coherent, and has experience at both the state level and on the international stage. While she is gaining support, Trump is so far ahead in the Republican nomination race it’s hard to see her pulling it out. And even if she did win the nomination Trump would be crying fix, and his sycophants would be screaming
from the sidelines in support, just waiting for the go sign to riot and turn the country on its ear. If it comes to Trump against Biden in the fall big show, can you expect anything different in spite of the final result? It would be the 2020 nightmare all over again! Just like Trump, Biden’s faithful will be clambering on the sidelines waiting for their sign to riots and cry over the results. We have seen it for four years since the last election. Do Americans really want more of this tragic comedy played out again for the next four years? No! We can only hope that the Americans come to their senses somewhere, and the sooner the better, and a third party candidate is launched (neither a follower of the Democrat or Republican rulers) … aka the backroom boys. U.S. Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia has announced he won’t seek
re-election but rumours abound about him possibly being a third party candidate for president. Now Manchin is 75, so he’s at the age where he should be retiring, but many American Senators and House of Representatives seem to thrive in the sleepy halls of power well into their late 80s. Why? I don’t know. But Manchin is known as a moderate and he still has all his faculties. That’s in his favour. But I don’t see anything positive coming out of the U.S presidential election in 2024. On the other hand, it looks like there will be a concentrated effort to put mankind back on the moon to start the process of colonization (I know I shouldn’t use that word, but I will) beginning this year. Maybe that will be the positive coming out of 2024. Stop the world. I, and many others, want to get off! JOHN MATHER
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WORD ON THE STREET Neighbourly harassment complaint on New Year’s Day On December 11, police responded to a complaint of mischief. The complainant advised that the tires on his vehicle were damaged. This matter is still under investigation. On December 12, police received a complaint of an alarm at a local business. The key holder was contacted and advised there was no emergency, the employees were having difficulty with the alarm system. That evening, police were called to assist with a sudden death in Viking. Police attended and deemed the death non-suspicious in nature. Later that evening, police received a complaint of a theft of fuel in Kinsella. The investigation into this matter is ongoing. On December 13, police responded to a break and enter in Bruce. Police are continuing to investigate this matter. Later that afternoon, police received a complaint of a motor vehicle collision at a rural intersection. The complainant advised he was coming to a stop at an intersection and was struck by the vehicle behind him. This motor vehicle collision is still under investigation. On December 14, police received a complaint of an erratic driver in Viking. The vehicle was located at the Lamplighter and the driver was issued an Approved Screening Device demand, who provided samples of his breath which resulted in a “Fail” reading. Police proceeded under the Provincial Sanctions and the driver was issued an immediate licence suspension for 90 days, 120 days interlock. The vehicle was also seized for 30 days. A violation ticket was also issued for Section 115(2)(e) Traffic Safety Act, for performing or engaging in stunt
or activity likely to distract, startle or interfere with other users of the highway. In the early morning of December 15, police responded to a two-vehicle motor vehicle collision on Township Road 484. The vehicle travelling westbound failed to stop at the stop sign and collided with a vehicle that was travelling northbound. There were no injuries to the occupants, due to the extreme foggy conditions no charges were laid in this collision. Later that afternoon, police received a complaint of an altercation at a residence. The complainant advised her son and another male were having an altercation in the garage and she wanted the male removed. When police arrived, the male had already left the residence. On December 16, police received a complaint of uttering threats. Police spoke with the complainant who advised her son had received threatening texts. Members located the subject who had sent the texts and determined that the subject was being bullied by the
complainant’s son. Due to the age of the subjects involved an option of a mediation session between both parties was presented; however, one party declined the option. The subject of the complaint’s guardians agreed to speak with the subject of the complaint regarding the texts. On December 17, police received a complaint of a mental health concern. Police attended the location along with EMS. The subject had ingested some medication, so was transported to Alberta Health Services for assessment. During the assessment the subject became violent and was transported to the Centennial Centre for further assessment. On December 18, an air hose was turned into the detachment. The complainant advised he located the hose on Township Road 480. In the early morning hours of December 19, police responded to a family dispute. The complainant advised an argument with her daughter had escalated to pushing and breaking items. Members attended and both parties were separated for the night.
That afternoon, a purple bicycle was turned into the detachment. The bicycle was located by the complainant’s garage and does not belong to the complainant. That same afternoon, police received a complaint of a found wallet at a local gas station. The wallet was located by the pumps. The owner of the wallet has been contacted and will retrieve his wallet. That evening, police received a complaint of uttering threats. The complainant advised she received a text threatening her if she did not return property to the suspect. Due to the noncooperation of the subjects involved, no further investigation was conducted. In the early morning of December 20, police received a complaint of an abandoned vehicle in Viking. Police attended the location and located a truck by Eastview park. Checks of the vehicle and the registered owner determined the vehicle had been stolen out of Vegreville the night before. The owner of the vehicle arranged to have it removed.
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Club’s $20,000 pump track donation Budget passed ‘great opportunity’ for the Lions Patricia Harcourt Editor
Patricia Harcourt Editor
With the donation of $20,000 from the Viking Lions Club, the pump track project east of Troll Park has been given the green light by Viking Council. A motion by Councillor Dana Ewashko to “work with the Viking Lions Club and install a pump track in the green space east of Troll Park “ was passed at the end of discussion. Viking Council votes are now based on four councillors with the resignation of Clint Nearing in
December. Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud said the pump track would be called “Viking Lions Club Pump Track” with signage to support that name. “Additional funding will come from grants, donations and fundraising,” he said. “Costs will vary greatly on size and layout of the tracck as well as the materials chosen. “Initial estimates come in anywhere from $100,000 to $300,000,” he added, depending on the options listed for building the track. But he added: “There
would be minimal financial implications after the track is built. The estimated timeline from start to construction to completion is three months.” Tofield shared that their pump track cost them $157,000, and “has been extremely well received by the community. They are very pleased with their track,” said the council report. Deputy Mayor Cindy Lefsrud recommended that the track be built using concrete rather than asphalt, which she has heard tends to break down faster. But CAO Lefsrud said
‘Terrible’ acoustics in Carena to be addressed Patricia Harcourt Editor
Admittedly “terrible acoustics” in the Viking Carena will be addressed in the new year with a site visit and assessment. “The Viking Carena facility continues to experience acoustic issues in the ice rink area during events and the use of the current sound system,” stated Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud, at town
council’s Dec. 18 meeting. “Administration reached out and has been discussing these ongoing issues with Resolve Acoustic Inc.,” he said. “To assess the current acoustics an on-site assessment will be required, with a report with recommendations for the Carena facility created.” “The sound quality is terrible,” agreed Councillor Dana Ewashko. Discussion took place about
earlier attempts to fix the problem which started as soon as the complex was opened after beging built. CAO Lefsrud commented on the wish to increase diversity regarding the kinds of entertainment provided in the facility, which isn’t possible with the quality of sound now available. Even the use of the sound system for hockey games lends itself to poor audio, he said.
the RFD for the Dec. 18 meeting was a progress report only, and costs for the project would be finalized before going to organizations for fundraising. With “up front” money now available, a concept drawing can be actualized. There will be “a couple of options to present to the community and to council,” he said, for their consideration. Non-profit organizations such as the Lions can apply for grant funding which Viking as a municipality cannot, he added. He added the town was “very appreciative of the Lions for stepping up,” with the organization’s donation. “That’s a great opportunity for the Lions,” said Ewashko.
Viking Council passed its 2024 interim operating budget with a zero per cent increase in the municipal tax rate. At the same Dec. 18 meeting, the new master rates bylaw was also passed. Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud prvided some points for council which included that the budget is a balanced one. “Municipal tax revenue is based on 2023 assessed values and a 0% increase to the municipal tax rate,” he stated, in his report. This means that “current service levels will be maintained.” However, there will be utility rate increases for 2024 which include: water fixed rate increase - $4 per month; water volumetric rate increase - $0.14 per cubic
metre; sewer fixed rate increase - $4 per month; sewer volumetric rate increase - $0.10 per cubic metre; and, waste removal fixed rate increase - $1.50 per month. “The budget being presented has been developed to ensure alignment with council’s goals and objectives and to maintain responsible fiscal management,” stated CAO Lefsrud. He added that council will still be able to discuss the budget and make changes as all figures are not finalized from the province. The budget will not be passed in its final entirety until the spring. Deputy Mayor Cindy Lefsrud made the motion to accept the interim operating budget. Council also passed the 2024-714 Master Rates Bylaw outlining rates, fees and charges for services provided by the town.
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MCSNet offers another option for internet Patricia Harcourt
work with non-profit organizations and other public use facilities to provide free Viking Town Council listened to a presen- WiFi at what are called “hot spots” for tation by Kevin Bernhardt, business devel- places where people gather such as rinks, opment manager for MCSNet, at council’s community halls, FCSS, and the train station. Dec. 18 regular meeting. “It allows people to try it out,” he said, Council is exploring its options after a November meeting where Deputy Mayor “and gives them an idea of how it works.” It Cindy Lefsrud unsuccessfully passed a also helps to “build out the network and motion ending the town’s involvement in provide free, high speed internet to the pubproviding the option of Internet service for lic.” MCSNet is a family owned business based residents. The matter was tabled by then councillor Clint Nearing (since resigned) who said, along with Councillor Dana Ewashko, that more information was needed before council could make such a decision. Bernhardt outlined the services MCSNet could provide residents and businesses as a wireless internet provider. Viking already has 46 fixed wireless MCSNet customers and 11 GigAir customers. The latter was described as cheaper and faster than the wireless service and it is a foundation on which to build a network. He said MCSNet would upgrade existing customers for free, and the company would
in St. Paul. It states in its presentation that it is “one of Canada’s largest wireless internet service providers (WISPs) in operation within the telecommunication industry.” Its service area goes from Lloydminster to St. Paul, and rural Edmonton to Athabasca. “We connect countryside communities across Alberta with our fibre, GigAir and MCSnet towers,” stated the presentation, serving over 25,000 customers throughout northeastern Alberta and a small section of northwestern Saskatchewan.
County approves foundation grant, interim budget, EIP planning contract Patricia Harcourt
The 2021 Federal Census, released in 2022, puts funding in the county’s service area as Beaver County approved grant funding follows: Tofield Service Area - population for the Beaver Health Foundation of $6,800 3,873 or 66% for funding of $13,200; Viking at the county’s Dec. 13 regular meeting. The Service Area - population of 1995, or 34% for funding is provided on an annual basis to funding of $6,800. Beaver County also approved its Interim health foundations in Viking and Tofield and is based on population in the service Operating Budget and 2024 Capital Budget at their last meeting of 2023. area. Total expenditures were $23,689,490 with a Each foundation must make an application to the county for the funding, which is tax levy of $14,668, 679. For the capital budget there was approved expenditures of $20,000 in total yearly.
$11,460,987 with a tax levy of $1,780,987. Council has also waived the purchasing policy and authorized administration to be the approving authority when making capital expenditures approved in the 2024 capital budget. Council awarded a Request for Proposal for an Equity Industrial Park Area Structure Plan contract to Bearisto and Associates, which will include a railway evaluation. Council also approved a Safety Codes Council Joint Quality Management Plan.
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ƳȅǣȇǣɀɎȸƏɎǣɮƺ ɀɀǣɀɎƏȇɎ ! ٮȒȅȅɖȇǣɎɵ ³ƺȸɮǣƬƺɀ ȸƺ ɵȒɖ ɀȒȅƺȒȇƺ ɯǝȒ Ɏǝȸǣɮƺɀ ǣȇ Ə ƳɵȇƏȅǣƬ ƺȇɮǣȸȒȇȅƺȇɎً ǝƏȇƳǼǣȇǕ Ə ɮƏȸǣƺɎɵ Ȓǔ ɎƏɀǸɀ ɯǣɎǝ ƺƏɀƺ ƏȇƳ ƺǔǔǣƬǣƺȇƬɵّ Xǔ Ɏ ɀȒɖȇƳɀ ǼǣǸƺ ɵȒɖً ɯƺ ǝƏɮƺ Ɏǝƺ ȵƺȸǔƺƬɎ ȅǣɀɀǣȒȇِ hȒǣȇ Ȓɖȸ ɎƺƏȅ Əɀ Əȇ ƳȅǣȇǣɀɎȸƏɎǣɮƺ ɀɀǣɀɎƏȇɎ ! ٮȒȅȅɖȇǣɎɵ ³ƺȸɮ ٢ɎƺȅȵȒȸƏȸɵ Ɏƺȸȅ ȵȒɀǣɎǣȒȇ٣ً ɯǝƺȸƺ ƺɮƺȸɵ ƳƏɵ ƫȸǣȇǕɀ Ə ȇƺɯ ƬǝƏǼǼƺȇǕƺ ƏȇƳ Ə ƬǝƏȇƬƺ ɎȒ ɀǝȒɯƬƏɀƺ ɵȒɖȸ ɀɖȵƺȸȵȒɯƺȸ ȒȸǕƏȇǣɿƏɎǣȒȇ ƏȇƳ ȅɖǼɎǣɎƏɀǸǣȇǕِ nƺƏȵ ǣȇɎȒ Ɏǝǣɀ ƺɴƬǣɎǣȇǕ ȸȒǼƺ ƏȇƳ ȅƏǸƺ Ə ȸƺƏǼ ǣȅȵƏƬɎ ǣȇ Ȓɖȸ ƬȒȅȅɖȇǣɎɵٍ ¨ȸȒǴƺƬɎ !ȒȒȸƳǣȇƏɎȒȸ ٮ0«¨ IǣȇƏȇƬƺ áƺٔȸƺ Ȓȇ Ɏǝƺ ǝɖȇɎ ǔȒȸ Ə ɀǝƏȸȵً ɀȒǼɖɎǣȒȇٮȒȸǣƺȇɎƺƳ ¨ȸȒǴƺƬɎ !ȒȒȸƳǣȇƏɎȒȸ ɎȒ ƫȸǣȇǕ Ɏǝƺǣȸ ƏȇƏǼɵɎǣƬƏǼ ȵȸȒɯƺɀɀ ɎȒ !ȒȸȵȒȸƏɎƺ ³ƺȸɮǣƬƺɀ ɎƺƏȅِ IȒƬɖɀǣȇǕ Ȓȇ 0«¨ ƏȇƳ IǣȇƏȇƬƺً ɵȒɖٔǼǼ ƫƺ Ɏǝƺ ƳȸǣɮǣȇǕ ǔȒȸƬƺ ƫƺǝǣȇƳ ƺɴƬǣɎǣȇǕ ȵȸȒǴƺƬɎɀ ɎǝƏɎ Əȸƺ ƏǼǼ ƏƫȒɖɎ ȅȒƳƺȸȇǣɿǣȇǕ Ȓɖȸ ɀɵɀɎƺȅɀِ «ƺȵȒȸɎǣȇǕ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ JƺȇƺȸƏǼ xƏȇƏǕƺȸ Ȓǔ !ȒȸȵȒȸƏɎƺ ³ƺȸɮǣƬƺɀً ɵȒɖȸ ȵȸȒǴƺƬɎ ȅƏȇƏǕƺȅƺȇɎ ɀǸǣǼǼɀ ɯǣǼǼ ƫƺ Ǹƺɵ ǣȇ ɎȸƏȇɀǔȒȸȅǣȇǕ ǝȒɯ ɯƺ ɯȒȸǸِ «ƺƏƳɵ ɎȒ ȅƏǸƺ Ə ƫǣǕ ǣȅȵƏƬɎّ áƺٔȸƺ ȸƺƏƳɵ ǔȒȸ ɵȒɖٍ ³ƺƏɀȒȇƏǼ !ȸƺɯ xƺȅƫƺȸ ٮǕȸǣƬɖǼɎɖȸƏǼ ³ƺȸɮǣƬƺɀ (Ȓ ɵȒɖ ǼȒɮƺ Ɏǝƺ ȒɖɎƳȒȒȸɀّ áƺٔȸƺ ǼȒȒǸǣȇǕ ǔȒȸ Əȇ ƺȇɎǝɖɀǣƏɀɎǣƬ ǣȇƳǣɮǣƳɖƏǼ ɎȒ ƫȸǣȇǕ Ɏǝƺǣȸ ɀǸǣǼǼɀ ɎȒ Ȓɖȸ Ǖ ³ƺȸɮǣƬƺɀ ɎƺƏȅٍ hȒǣȇ Ȓɖȸ ɎƺƏȅ Əɀ Ə ¨ƺɀɎǣƬǣƳƺ ȵȵǼǣƬƏɎȒȸ X ¨ٽɖȸɀɖƏȇɎ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ X٫È٫ ٫0 !ȒǼǼƺƬɎǣɮƺ ǕȸƺƺȅƺȇɎ٦ nȒƬƏǼ ÈȇǣȒȇ zȒ٫ ِپײ «ƺȵȒȸɎǣȇǕ ɎȒ Ɏǝƺ ǕȸǣƬɖǼɎɖȸƏǼ IǣƺǼƳȅƏȇً ɵȒɖٔǼǼ ȵǼƏɵ Ə ɮǣɎƏǼ ȸȒǼƺ ǣȇ ǸƺƺȵǣȇǕ ƺƏɮƺȸ !ȒɖȇɎɵ ƫƺƏɖɎǣǔɖǼِ
IȒȸ ȅȒȸƺ ǣȇǔȒȸȅƏɎǣȒȇً ƏȇƳ ƳƺɎƏǣǼɀ Ȓȇ ǝȒɯ ɎȒ ƏȵȵǼɵً ɮǣɀǣɎ Ȓɖȸ ɯƺƫɀǣɎƺ ڽJȒɮƺȸȇȅƺȇɎ ! ڽƏȸƺƺȸɀ
³ɎƏɵ ǣȇ xƏǣǼǣȇǕ ǼǣɀɎ Ɏǝƺ ǼȒȒȵٍ áƺƫɀǣɎƺ
JƺɎ ȇƺɯɀً ȅƺƺɎǣȇǕ ǝǣǕǝǼǣǕǝɎɀً Ɏǝƺ ȸȒƏƳ ƬȒȇɀɎȸɖƬɎǣȒȇ ɀƬǝƺƳɖǼƺً Ɏǝƺ !ǝȸȒȇǣƬǼƺً ƏȇƳ ȅȒȸƺ ٮƳǣȸƺƬɎ ɎȒ ɵȒɖȸ ǣȇƫȒɴٍ
XȇǔȒȸȅƏɎǣȒȇ Ȓȇ !ȒɖȇɎɵ ȵȸȒǕȸƏȅɀ ƏȇƳ ɀƺȸɮǣƬƺɀ ƬƏȇ ƫƺ ǔȒɖȇƳ Ȓȇ Ȓɖȸ ɯƺƫɀǣɎƺً ƏǼȒȇǕ ɯǣɎǝ Ɏǝƺ ǼƏɎƺɀɎ ȇƺɯɀِ
³ȒƬǣƏǼ ȅƺƳǣƏ IǣȇƳ ɖɀ Ȓȇ IƏƬƺƫȒȒǸً æ ٢ÁɯǣɎɎƺȸ٣ً XȇɀɎƏǕȸƏȅً çȒɖÁɖƫƺً ƏȇƳ nǣȇǸƺƳXȇِ
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4 - Beaver County Chronicle, January 10, 2024
New dust control policy charges landowner fully for product Patricia Harcourt Several policies and bylaws were reviewed and revised at council’s Dec. 13 regular meeting, including that which deals with dust control. Council rescinded Policy PW06, Dust Control and Accompanying Administrative Procedure and approved Policy INFR-006. Council also rescinded Policy PW-021, Dust Control Applications and Payments Deemed Received, and then incorporated it into the new Dust Control Policy. Dan Blackie, General Manager of Infrastructure, said this was done to improve “efficiency and clarity.” The new dust control policy makes the landowner pay 100 per cent of the cost of the product used for short-term applications. Blackie said that this puts it in alignment with the long-term applicants who already pay 100 per cent of the cost. The new dust control policy also clarifies the process for consideration of long-term dust control applications. These clarifications include some definitions, application process and open house process. The policy now also added into the document the length of the term of the long-term appli-
cation tax. Policy CCL-002 referring to “Council Representation on External Committees” was rescinded in favour of the adoption of Policy GOV-005 of the same name. Margaret Jones, Manager of Legislative Services, recommended that only a few adjustments be made to the policy following a decision by the Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC) in November not to change councillor remuneration on these committees. “Remuneration for attendance at external committee meetings is included in the annual council budget,” she said, noting: “Council members from other municipalities are also members of the external committees.” Also rescinded was the former Policy CCL-004 called “Councillor Telecommunication Equipment,” and replaced with Policy GOV-007 of the same name. Administration recommended that the changes in the new policy would state that purchase of a printer is optional. Also, there would be a removal of the requirement for the county to provide internet access and equipment, and require councillors to arrange for this service with their preferred internet service provider. The monthly internet access
Fort Auto Sales is seeking an Automotive Technician to join our team! We are a family-owned automotive dismantling business in rural Beaver County. Offering customers an excellent selection of used domestic truck parts. Responsibilities: - Remove requested parts to fulfill orders on vehicles and general removal of automotive parts for sale in a safe conscientious manner - Inspect condition and label the parts to be inventoried - Perform a wide range of automotive maintenance and repair tasks Skills and qualifications: - Valid Journeyperson Automotive Service Technician certification. Willing to consider a 3rd or 4th year apprentice with strong diesel experience. - Solid diagnostic and problem-solving skills - Physically capable to lift various parts and tools of various weights - Must have own transportation and tools Wages commensurate with experience. Please forward your resume to fortascalon@gmail.com
payment would increase from $52.45 to $60. Also, flexibility on the type of electronic device provided by the county to council for meeting agendas and email. When councillors leave office they would be able to buy their electronic devices, which would usually be replaced every five years in any case. And remove the cellular phone allowance from the councillor remuneration policy to the council telecommunication policy. Council also rescinded its Backsloping Policy (PW-002) and adopted a Backsloping and Accompanying Administrative Procedure policy INFR-002, Dan Blackie, General Manager of Infrastructure, stated that changes included the fact that maintenance and/or replace-
ment of fence would no longer be a criteria in the consideration of backsloping applications. But a new criteria added would be improvement of drainage or maintenance of drainage in consideration of backsloping applications. The number of projects each year would be limited to three and a maximum of one per landowner. Plus, each project would be limited to a length of 800 metres. Backsloping projects will be scheduled after harvest time usually, and projects which cannot be completed in the year of application will be considered for the following year. Council also passed all three readings to enact Bylaw 23-1146, Line of Credit.
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2024 WATER RATE INCREASE AT THE DECEMBER 14th, 2023 REGULAR COMMISSION MEETING THE HIGHWAY 14 REGIONAL WATER SERVICES COMMISSION BOARD PASSED AN INCREASE OF 4.0% EFFECTIVE MARCH 1st, 2024.
Changes to rates are as follows: • Distribution Commodity Rate has been increased from $5.160/m3 to $5.366/m3. • Bulk Commodity Rate has been increased from $4.360/m3 to $4.534/m3. • Distribution Fixed Rate has been increased from $42.39 per month to $44.09 per month. • Truck fill rate has been increased from $6.227/m3 to $6.476/m3. The Highway 14 Regional Water Services Commission can be contacted at 1-866-333-3791 during regular office hours from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
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Vialta Lodge Chatter: new resident welcomed Marion Cottrell Happy New Year from Vialta Lodge residents to all you readers! January begins and ends with birthdays in Vialta. January 1 was Norman Erickson’s, January 5 Marilyn Hoyland’s, January 7 Gary Sutter’s and January 30 Laura Bridgeman’s. Happy Birthday to each of you and may this year be one of much laughter and joy for you. Vialta has one new
resident, Stan White. Welcome and we trust you will settle in quickly. Our sympathy is extended to Ellen Loveseth and her family on the passing of Einar Loveseth. We want to acknowledge the “Gift A Senior” organizers. Before Christmas some ladies collected money from the community and then purchased gifts for the residents of Vialta Lodge. They also provided a pizza lunch
on Thursday, December 21. Such acts of kindness help to show tenants they are still remembered as part of the community. Upcoming events in Vialta include Optometrist Dr. Kallal coming on January 16 and “Ralph and Friends” entertaining on January 25. Monday, January 29, at 1 p.m. is Alta-Vi’s Annual General Meeting. Alta -Vi Memorial Society is a registered charity. The
following information I have taken from their website: “Alta-Vi benefits the community of Viking by relieving conditions associated with aging by: providing funding for social and recreational activities for the residents of Vialta Lodge; providing such equipment and furnishings as necessary in order to ensure the enjoyment and enrichment of the lives of the residents of Vialta Lodge.” On their website
Big weekend for Jeremiah Beer helps Irma U11s Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the websites, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries.) Irma U11 Female Aces (0-10-2) dropped two games over the weekend. On Saturday the team hosted Saddle Lake and was defeated 12-3 at Irma Arena. Hailey Allen scored all three goals for Irma. Abby Larson (2a) and Berkley Mackay got assists. On Sunday the team travelled to Wainwright and dropped a 5-2 game. Jillian Jones and Abby Larson scored for Irma, with Zyra Rundle picking up an assist. Irma U13 Female Aces (9-4-0) hosted Fort McMurray on Friday and were shutout 4-0. Irma U15 Female Aces
(4-4-4) were scheduled to play in Bonnyville on Saturday but no score was posted at deadline. Irma U11 Aces (10-5-1) dropped an 11-1 home game against Cold Lake on Saturday, then skated to a 6-6 tie with Bonnyville on Sunday at Irma Arena. Jeremiah Beer scored the lone goal on Saturday, unassisted. On Sunday, Jeremiah Beer’s (3g 1a) goal with 5:37 remaining tied the game for the fifth and final time against Bonnyville. Macoy Tomlinson, Logan Leskow and Ryder Clark also scored; and Calder Oracheski got an assist. Rylan Hryhirchuk win in the net for Irma. Viking U11 Gas Kings (10-6-1) won a 10-2 road game at Vegreville on Sunday. Scoring for Viking were; Stetson Shepley (1g 3a), Kaelen Hakes (2g 1a), Peyton Bird (2g), Easton Morken (2g), Kruz Lattau (1g 1a), Taylor Docksteader (1g), Liam
Doucette (1g) and Avery Erickson (1a). Taylen Place got the win in goal. Irma U13 Aces (14-4-1) won an 9-5 road game at Westlock on Sunday. Aces built up a 9-2 lead after the second frame led by Gauge Petersen’s (4g 1a) five-point game. Other scorers were; Kohlten Anquist (2g 2a), Parker Leskow (2g 1a), Lex Anderson (1g 2a), Knox Smith (2a), Hayden Smith (1a), and Keetley Gulbraa (1a). Conall Rue got the win in goal. Irma U15 Aces (5-10-4) downed Kitscoty 5-3 on Saturday at Irma Arena, with five different players scoring singles; Hudson Clark (1g 3a), Owen Allen (1g 1a), Jax Mackay, Colten Lawson and Nixon McLaughlin. Emmit Fleming, Jemma Gulbraa and Trace Fuder picked up assists. On Sunday, Aces hosted Lloydminster and were shutout 17-0. Irma Mannville U18 (38-2) dropped a 6-5 game
Viking Health Foundation Board of Trustees Position The Viking Health Foundation is accepting applications for a position on the Board of Trustees. The Board is comprised of dedicated volunteers who oversee the Foundation’s affairs using the Philosophy/Vision statement as a guideline: To utilize its financial resources to enhance healthcare and well-being in Viking and area To apply, submit a brief resume to vikinghealthfoundation@gmail.com or mail to Viking Health Foundation, Box 533, Viking. Please include your previous volunteer experiences. Closing date January 30, 2024. For information, contact Phyllis 780-385-2044 or Bryan 587-256-0170
on Saturday at Onion Lake. I/M tied the score three times by the end of two, then took a 4-3 lead early in the third. OL came back to tie and take the lead and finally the win. Zachary Oracheski led the way with (2g 1a) three points. Other scorers were; Cordell Prior (1g 1a), Blake Fuder (1g), Reagan Watling (1g), and Evan Allen (1a).
there is a lengthy list of things Alta-Vi has directed the memorial donations towards. It is an active and worthwhile organization. At this time they are looking to elect a president. I would encourage community people to come to this AGM and be willing to become part of Alta-Vi. It is not an overwhelming commitment as it involves only three meetings per year. I found a “Recipe for a Happy Home” which I want to share with you. Remember, wherever you are living is your home!
2 pinches tenderness 6 ounces faith 3 cups love 3 tsp. forgiveness 3 tsp. happiness 3 tsp. Understanding 1 quart patience 1 barrel of laughter Mix love and happiness, add faith. Blend in understanding, tenderness and patience. Add forgiveness, toss in laughter. Generously serve the family. (And in the situation of communal living, “Generously serve your fellow lodgers”!) Take care and stay safe.
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RCMP Continued from Page 5 That afternoon, a complaint of suspicious people in Bruce was received. The complainant advised of a couple parked in Bruce. They were spoken to by a resident and advised they were just using their cell phones. The vehicle had departed before police could respond. That evening, police responded to a complaint of an assault at a local service station. The complainant advised he was assaulted by a semi driver. This matter is still under investigation. On December 21, police learned that Stephanie Pobihushchyj had failed to attend court in Vegreville to answer to unrelated charges previously laid by Viking RCMP. A warrant for her arrest were issued. Upon arrest, she will be facing an additional charge for failing to attend court. That afternoon, police responded to a break and enter at a rural location. The property owner advised a sea-can was broken into and property has been stolen. This matter is still under investigation. That evening, police received a complaint of a motor vehicle collision on Highway 14. The complainant advised a vehicle was attempting to pass her vehicle on a curve. An oncoming semi trailer travelling in the opposite direction was approaching. The vehicle then attempted to complete the pass and struck the complainant’s vehicle and entered the ditch. Police charged the driver with Section 23(c ) of the use of highway and rules of the road regulation, overtake and pass or attempt to overtake and pass vehicle when unsafe, and comes with a specified penalty of $243. On December 22, police received a complaint of an altercation between family members. Subjects were intoxicated and an argument and pushing occurred. The parties were separated for the night. That same morning, police received a complaint of uttering threats. The complainant advised he received information of threats against him. This matter is still under investigation. That afternoon, police received information of a vehicle being driven in Viking, and the subject may currently have outstanding warrants. The vehicle was not located. On December 23, police received a complaint of a vehicle in a field on its roof. Members located the vehicle and determined it had been stolen out of Camrose on December 13. The vehicle was towed and the registered owner notified. That afternoon, police responded to a traffic complaint on Highway 14. The complainant reported a vehicle travelling on the highway at a slow rate of speed. The complainant advised it could be a traffic hazard. Patrols made to the location and the vehicle was not located.
That evening, police received a complaint of suspicious males walking around a service station in Viking. Members located the males who advised, their vehicle broke down and they were borrowing a pen to create a sign to put on the vehicle that says “do not tow.” On December 24, police received a report of a break and enter into a business in Bruce. This matter is still under investigation. Later that morning, police received a complaint of a speeding vehicle driving erratically. Patrols were made but the vehicle was not located. That same morning, police received a complaint of a theft of a Ford F550 from a rural location in Viking. On December 27 the vehicle was located by the Tofield RCMP at a rural location. The registered owner was notified and the vehicle was towed. That evening, police responded to a 911 hang up. The police were advised that the subject of the complaint was intoxicated and was now sleeping and there was no further need for police. That same evening, police received a complaint of harassment. The complainant advised a male was sending harassing texts to her son. This matter is still under investigation. In the early morning hours of December 26, police responded to a complaint of an erratic driver on Highway 14 near Kinsella. The complainant advised a vehicle passed him on the shoulder of the highway. No licence plate was obtained, and the vehicle was not located. That afternoon, police received information of a subject in Viking with outstanding warrants. Attempts were made to locate the subject; however, the subject was not located. On December 28, police received a complaint of a subject breaching a court order. The complainant advised she suspects her ex-husband is tracking her and breaching a court order. Police determined no breach had occurred. Later that morning, police received a complaint of a theft of a flat deck trailer. The complainant advised that on December 25 his flat deck trailer was not where he had parked it. This matter is still under investigation. That afternoon, police responded to a complaint of suspicious people near Bruce. The complainant advised a vehicle was on the side of the highway and the subjects appeared to be in an argument. A female occupant was then pulled back into the vehicle. Members patrolled the highway trying to locate the vehicle that was described by the complainant. The vehicle was not located. Later that afternoon, police received a complaint of mischief. The complainant advised that a neighbour had thrown eggs at her living room window. Members obtained a statement from the complainant and charges are pending for mischief. That same afternoon, police received a complaint of a counterfeit bill at a bank. Members seized the bill and con-
tacted the business that had deposited it. They were unable to determine who passed the bill. On December 29, police received a complaint of fraud. The complainant advised she received a text from a subject claiming to be from the CRA. She was instructed to follow a link in order to claim a climate action rebate before December 30. The victim followed the link and transferred money to the subject. Once the victim realized it was a scam she contacted her bank and the money was reversed and banking information was changed. Police would like to remind the public that unfortunately, there are many fraudsters out there actively trying to scam both money and personal information from you. Never provide either to anyone you cannot positively identify. If you feel that you have been the victim of a fraud, please call your local RCMP at 780-336-3441 or the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501. You can also go on the following website, www.antifraudcentre.ca, for information on some of the scams that are currently circulating. On December 31, police received a complaint of a suicidal youth. Police contacted the guardian who advised the youth was not suicidal, just struggling with emotions. Safety planning and other resources were provided to the guardian. No concerns for the safety of the youth were found. On January 1, police assisted with a complaint regarding mental health. The complainant requested information regarding the mental health of a relative. Information and resources were provided to the complainant. That evening, police received a complaint of harassment. The complainant advised the neighbour was coming onto their property and banging on the doors and windows. Members attended the neighbour’s and spoke with him, who admitted to consuming drugs and hallucinating. He was warned about going
on other people’s property and would be charged if further complaints were received. On January 2, police received a complaint of a financial fraud. This matter is still under investigation. That evening, police received a request from the Wainwright RCMP to assist with the execution of an outstanding warrant on a subject. Members were unable to locate the subject. On January 3, a complaint of a suspicious vehicle was received. The vehicle was parked in Kinsella with Saskatchewan licence plates attached to it. Checks of the vehicle indicated it was not stolen. Police were unable to contact the registered owner. Further checks were done and the vehicle had been removed. That same evening, police received a request from Lethbridge Police Service to locate a subject who currently has outstanding warrants.This matter is still under investigation. On January 4, police received a complaint of suspicious people. Members responded and located three subjects who were trying to coax a cat out from under a mobile home with tuna. The subjects were asked to leave the area. That afternoon, police received a request from the Bylaw Officer regarding a clean up order. This matter is continuing. Later that same afternoon, police received a complaint of an erratic driver swerving on the roadway. Members patrolled the highway and were unable to locate the vehicle. That evening, police responded to a traffic complaint. The complainant advised of a vehicle pulling a horse trailer with no tail lights. Due to the foggy conditions the complainant was concerned for the safety of other drivers. Members were unable to locate the vehicle. On January 5, police received a request from Parkland RCMP regarding a theft. This matter is still under investigation.
IRMA NEWS
IRMA NEWS By Marjorie Lawson
Get well wishes go out to Kane Lawson who has been receiving
medical attention in Edmonton. A large crowd attended the memorial service on Saturday for Marion Fischer. Steven and Brooke Lawson and family are enjoying a few days in Mexico. Former Irma resident Patti Hill rode on the Lions Club International float in the annual Tournament of Roses parade in Pasadena, California
on Jan. 1. She is the current International president of the organization. School and sports activities will be getting back on a regular schedule following the holidays. The public library is also back to regular hours. It was good to finally receive a light snowfall on the weekend. Much colder temperatures are forecast for midweek. Bundle up!
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Beautification delayed Irma 4-H Club Report: Patricia Harcourt Editor
Ideas put forward by administration for main street beaufication and the obtaining of funding grants for such community enhancements have been put in abeyance for the time being. Lack of consensus on the forming of a bylaw that outlines these goals that would be in line with the town’s strategic plan appears to be the reason for the delay. “Funding would be available to the town or community groups and business owners to apply for matching dollars towards enhancement projects,” states the report to council. Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud
told council that this proposal had been carried over from last September. But with no willingness to move forward with it in its current form, he said it could be revamped and brought back later in the new year. When brought to council in September, the idea presented was to fund the beautification by allocating 3% annually from the Fortis Franchise Fee for the matching funding needed for the town to get the grant. The franchise fee is currently at 8%, and it could be raised by 3% to pay for the program. However, council did not initially agree to this and put the issue forward to the Dec. 18 council meeting. CAO Lefsrud said the
time between now and revisiting the program in a few months would allow for reviewing the strategic plan to see how the program fits into it. Mayor Jamie Buttner agreed it was a good idea to bring the issue back in the new year after some revisiting had been done to the premise. Community enhancement projects put forward as possibilities include painting the exterior of public buildings or businesses, updating public parks, landscaping or planting of trees, welcome and other signs, murals and fountains or water features. A motion was passed to revisit the proposal sometime later in 2024.
Viking to broadcast council meetings via Zoom Patricia Harcourt Editor
Viking Council has decided to broadcast its meetings via Zoom starting in January. A motion was passed at the Dec. 18 meeting “to change public access to council meetings from YouTube presentations to zoom meetings.” Administration explained that this will work since the town has upgraded the equipment in their current council chambers in the Viking Carena. The upgrades include a smart board, 180-degree camera and microphone system. “As a result, this new equipment can facilitate a Zoom meeting program,” said Chief Administrative Officer Doug Lefsrud.
“Administration used YouTube during Covid to broadcast their public meetings and continue to use it (as of Dec. 18).” However, switching to Zoom would mean the public would need further information and education in order to access it. “We would need to put together an information package to educate town residents how to upload the Zoom meeting program and view the meetings,” he said. “This would need to be communicated through the town website and a notice in the local paper.” Mayor Jamie Buttner pointed out that with YouTube “communication has been better than it was” with residents. But CAO Lefsrud said that Zoom “is a
better format than YouTube,” for communication purposes. Council passed a motion by Deputy Mayor Cindy Lefsrud to switch to Zoom meetings and take steps to educate the public on what is needed to participate with the new medium.
plans beginning for Valentine’s Supper
Kherington Paterson Club Reporter
This year the Irma 4H beef club has 36 members and four cleavers. At weigh-in there were 34 market steers weighed, three carcass steers, 27 heifer calves, and one market pig. We have been very busy since the first
meeting in October, from clearing tables and washing dishes at the harvest supper in November, to making Santa bags for Santa Days in December. At our last meeting we discussed public speaking, our Christmas party and the Valentine’s supper which we will be hosting on February 14 at the Irma school.
We ended our last meeting off with a quick workshop on how to feed your steers and how much grain they should be getting at this time of the year (around 10 pounds of feed per animal then their additional greens). We also learned not to push them too hard or else they will go off their feed.
Employment Opportunity - Office Administrator Position Daysland, Killam & Rosalind United Churches (DKR United) are currently seeking a part time office administrator for 17-20 hours a week. Job Description The Office Administrator is an integral part of the staff team and provides front line contact with people, supports the work of the church, provides reception duties, word processing, data entry, photocopying, and general assistance to ministry personnel, the Official Board and committees. The Office Administrator is responsible for: Reception duties (responding to visitors, call and email inquiries, ordering supplies) with regular office hours at both church offices located in Daysland & Killam Facilitating communication between staff, board members, committees and the congregation Creating the layout, typing and distribution of the annual reports Managing rentals and scheduling events Managing the maintenance, storage and archiving and disposal of church records Creating weekly PowerPoint presentations including graphics and embedding music and videos Creating printable or PowerPoint announcements Creating quarterly newsletters and distribute Create posts about upcoming events and share on social media - Facebook account req. Upload Midweek Reflections to YouTube Website maintenance Working with accounting program to record and report on contributions and prepare tax
receipts, bank deposits, pay bills and keep track of e-transfers Qualifications: Administrative experience preferred. Knowledge of basic church environment is an asset Dynamic communication and interpersonal skills: ability to listen and respond to requests with discretion, tact, patience and confidentiality Intermediate skills using MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Word and Publisher, Canva Exceptional organizational skills and ability to work independently in a church environment Ability to multitask, demonstrate flexibility and teamwork Social media communication skills including website is an asset Accounting & bookkeeping skills are an asset Salary & Benefits: Renumeration negotiable based on experience. Mileage between offices in Daysland & Killam Benefits and pension are available after a probationary period Opportunity to attend church admin retreat in Saskatoon every 2 years Successful candidate will be required to provide an acceptable criminal record check with vulnerable sector. How to Apply: Email resume and cover letter to united.dkr@gmail.com by Jan 19, 2024.
Annual General Meeting
for the Battle River Gun Range Monday January 15, 7:00 pm Forestburg Firehall Basement
Fish & Game Association Gun Club
2024 Memberships will be available at the meeting
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Canada Post Community Foundation grant applications opening soon Kari Janzen Staff Reporter
Canada Post’s Community Foundation online grant application will open on Monday, February 12. Every year Canada Post divides over a $1 million in funding, sifting through more than a thousand applications. In 2022, 1,500 applications were submitted, requesting more than $24 million. Of these, grants were given to 101 projects totaling almost $1.3 million. The website outlines three steps in submitting an application: ensuring eligibility, collecting information, and completing an application. “Each grant type has different eligibility criteria. Depending on what type of grant you are interested in, different information may be required. Each year, we receive applications for a wide variety of programs,” the website says. Organizations eligible
for project grants with a maximum amount of $5,000 in funding include schools, community libraries, daycares, Indigenous groups, recreation facilities, unregistered organizations, and small municipalities. Projects vary and everything from playground equipment, field trips, art supplies, and instruments can be covered. Project grants amounting $5,001 to a maximum $25,000 are eligible to registered charities with a Canadian Charitable Registration Number, registered non-profit organizations with a valid Business Number (B/N)/Registration Number, registered Canadian amateur athletic associations, and small municipalities. It is also noted that these groups can also apply for a project grant under $5,000 for smaller projects. “Organizations may submit a maximum of three applications per
year (although) the Foundation will not fund more than one project per applicant during any given grant cycle,” the website says. Projects that are included in the higher amount of funding category range from STEM/STEAM activities (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, with STEAM including arts), literacy programs, sporting equipment/ improvements for a community centre, and community programs for at-risk youth, young immigrants, and children exposed to domestic violence. The Signature Grant, which is a $50,000 grant, is available to national charities and organizations for general operating costs or project-specific requests. Additionally, there is a Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation Signature Grant, also valued at $50,000 that Indigenous regional or local organizations are eligible for,
which will fund programming anchored in the principles of Indigenous truth and reconciliation and support Indigenous children and youth across the country. “In 2022 we launched the Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation Signature Grant to support the nationwide effort to walk the path of healing. It is designed to support educational initiatives that align with the goals and recommendations outlined in the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, as part of an ongoing effort to foster meaningful conversations – rooted in education and understanding – held in the spirit of reconciliation,” it says in the pdf with
the grant information. Projects that do not qualify for grant funding include standard classroom supplies, lobby, advocacy or partisan groups that promote a particular social, political or economic point of view, fundraising events such as golf tournaments, galas, runs or races, and organizations, political parties or other programs that require, as a condition for receiving support or services, an adherence to, or promotion of a particular religious faith, political affiliation or cultural group. The online application closes on March 1 at 10 a.m. Applications will be reviewed and approved from March to June, organizations will be notified of the decisions made during the
summer, and grant recipients will be announced publicly in September. In 2023 there were 84 grant receipts across Canada, 10 of which are located in Alberta. The Camrose and District Boys and Girls Club received $8,544 for the development of a more permanent community centre for youth in Camrose. There were 12 Alberta recipients in 2022, with the Society of the Friends of Daysland School being one, receiving $5,000 for new sewing equipment. Grants to unregistered organizations, schools, school/parent organizations, daycares, sports teams and all recreation facility initiatives (pools, playgrounds, ice rinks, skateboard parks, etc.) will not exceed $5,000.
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