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YOUR CANDIDATES 7 vie for elected position as MLA of the Fort Saskatchewan/Vegreville riding
Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk UCP
Shane Ladouceur AB. Independence
Jessica Littlewood NDP - Incumbent
Ron Malowany Alberta Advantage
Marvin Olsen Alberta Party
Malcolm Stinson Freedom Conservative
Rebecca Trotter Green Party
Provincial candidates start four-week march to win public trust BY JOHN MATHER … and the race is on. The much anticipated Alberta provincial election became a reality Mar. 19, when Premier Rachel Notley dropped the writ in Calgary. Albertans will cast their votes for a new government on April 16. In Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville constituency seven candidates are vying to become the next MLA. United Conservative Party candidate, Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk; Alberta Party candidate, Marvin Olsen; Green Party candidate, Rebecca Trotter; Alberta Advantage Party candidate, Ronald Malowany; Freedom Conservative Party candidate, Malcolm Stinson; and Alberta Independence Party candidate Shane Ladouceur have all entered the race to attempt and unseat incumbent NDP MLA, Jessica Littlewood. Littlewood opened her campaign office in Fort Saskatchewan on the Mar. 16 weekend and stated she was running to ensure the province was a place for everyone, not just the privileged. “We have a bit of a hard road ahead, I think everyone knows that,” she said. “We’ve diversified our economy so we can get off the boom and bust cycles
that we’ve had for generations, but haven’t helped any families.” “When times are tough, times are
really tough,” she stated. “Because of the work of our government we have 600 people out at Inter Pipeline work-
Three All-candidate debates for constituency including at St. Michael BY JOHN MATHER There will be three all-candidates debates in the Fort SaskatchewanVegreville Constituency prior to the April 16 provincial election. Vegreville will be the host site for the first event on April 2, beginning at 6:30 and running to 9:00 p.m. at the Vegreville Social Centre, 4812 47a St. The seven candidates will gather the next evening at the Lakeview Inn and Suite Hotel in Fort Saskatchewan. Doors open for the meeting in the Ross Creek Room at 6 p.m. with the debate starting at 6:30 and lasting until 8:30 p.m. The Lamont and District Chamber of Commerce has also arranged to bring all the candidates together with a debate at St. Michael Hall on April 8. The meeting gets underway at 6:30 and will go until 9:00 p.m. While the election will be held April
16, there are several advance polls being held to give as many people a chance to get their vote to count as possible. Advance polls will be held April, 9., 10, 11, 12, and 13. To find an advance poll location in your area contact elections Alberta, or visit one of the candidates’ officers to find the location. To be eligible to vote in the election, voters must be 18 years or older, a Canadian citizen, and an ordinary resident of Alberta. Special ballots are available to those people who are unable to vote at advance polls or on election day for a variety of reasons. Those reason may include: physically incapacitated, away from your electoral division, an inmate, an election officer, candidate, official agent or scrutineer, or living in a remote area, as defined in the Elections Act.
ing. “We have a premier and party that believe we should be adding to our resources here.” In the Fort Saskachewan-Vegreville constituency, she said, “We’re focusing to build on our strengths in oil and gas. We want to continue to add value to our resources so we can bring jobs into this constituency and that, in turn, will create more jobs here.” “My focus is to make sure I visit every community in the constituency from Fort Saskatchewan to Derwent,” she said minutes after the writ was dropped Mar. 19. “I want to ask folks what they want to see protected and developed for their families and communities.” Littlewood reflected on the fact the constituency has increased in size under the new boundaries established two years ago. “From being an MLA, I’ve come to realize every community matters,” she said. “Whether it’s a pyrogy supper in Mannville or being in Fort Saskatchewan to discuss the twinning of the Highway 15 bridge - every community matters.” Continued on Page 3
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Top candidates differ in views on growth in the area Continued from Front Defending her mileage claims of a year ago, the constituency is large, she noted, and anyone wanting to represent it should be more than willing to show up and meet with constituents when they want to have the MLA in attendance at their events. “People want the MLA to be in attendance at the events in their lives and be available to meet with them if they need advice on government programs and help.” United Conservative candidate Jackie Armstrong Homeniuk stated she’s lived in the constituency more than 30 years as she welcomed UCP leader Jason Kenney to her campaign headquarters in Fort Saskatchewan, Mar. 21. “I’m a small business owner and I’ve seen the constituency grow and shrink over the years,” she stated. “But I’ve never seen it shrink as much as it has over the past few years. “People are leaving this area - young people are leaving and small towns are dying and that’s why I put my name forward,” she added. “I think someone has to try and stop this. We need to rebuild Alberta so it’s prosperous for these people.” “We don’t want to see them suffer with no jobs and no determination,” she added. “It’s sadness really.” Kenney told the assembled crowd ArmstrongHomeniuk had been an “amazing foot soldier in this movement to get Alberta back to work and back on track.” Meanwhile, Alberta Party banner carrier Marvin Olsen claims to have been getting strong support as he goes door knocking across the sprawling constituency. “I’m very excited right now,” he said following a sunrise breakfast with party leader Stephen Mandel in Edmonton,
Mar. 20. “We’re getting lot’s of love throughout the constituency at the doors. People are very responsive.” Olsen sees the issues as being with seniors and transportation as you travel the rural areas. “In Fort Saskatchewan, it’s jobs and the carbon tax as we move forward,” he said. With the developments taking place in the Heartland area creating jobs currently, Olson says more has to be done to stimulate development in the small business sector. “We’ve got to cut the red tape and make it easy for small businesses to do business rather than seeing doors close, which we see a lot in this constituency,” he said. “We have to help them out and let them develop and create additional jobs. After all, they’re the biggest volunteers and sponsors in the community.” Olson said he has been busy reaching out to every community in the constituency. “We did the Highway 16 corridor over to Mannville, but now the writ has dropped, I’ll concentrate on some of the larger populations centres.” Olson adds the size of the constituency is daunting, but since he has grown up and worked throughout the area from Andrew to Two Hills to Fort Saskatchewan, he feels he “has a good handle on it.” “It is large but I know a person in every community,” he explains. “It’s really pretty amazing.”
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Opinion Imaginary world of pay for job importance Imagine a world flipped upside down. Today, and from this date forward, the people with the most important jobs in this world will be paid the very most. Not all of them, but the very best of them. People with high paying, but some might suggest more frivolous jobs, will now be paid like the essential workers of today. It honestly seems more fair, does it not? But things would need to change with the essential workers. With these new high incomes will be massive competition for those top jobs, so be prepared for some major back-stabbing. Also, in order to be qualified to make this new huge money it must be acknowledged that bad teachers, lazy cops, cowardly firefighters, and the like will be fired without question or recourse just like in Hollywood or an aging sports star. Everyone in this new world will now be fighting to become a farmer, instead of taking the job for granted. Sanitary engineers and public works employees will be fighting off competition for years, trying to hold-on to their seven-figure salaries. In this new topsy turvy world, instead of the best basketball player, like LeBron James, being paid $80 million per year (including endorsements) to entertain people with his skills bouncing a ball and shooting it into a tiny hoop - that money will instead go to the very best worker in an essential service. So, for instance, the greatest living firefighter would be earning $6.6 million per month instead of say, $12,000 - which will now be LeBron’s pay cheque, as the very best basketball player. Ticket prices will be going down greatly for entertainment, as that money is redistributed to health care, police forces, air traffic controllers, pilots, doctors, nurses, teachers, farmers and many more important careers. The average firefighter will now earn $8 million per year, and rookie firefighters who are still learning or maybe aren’t that good at their jobs yet, will still earn the minimum $850,000 annually. That’s $70,000 per month for them, while the average NBA player in this new world will earn roughly $7,000 per month. Seem fair? An awful lot of actors earn very little, but the ones generating huge revenue for massive companies earn millions every year. Not in this new world. George Clooney’s work doesn’t seem worth the $239 million he made in 2018, according to Forbes Magazine. In fact, that money will now be paid to Canada’s greatest doctor, and the best nurse at your local hospital will now be deserving of at least the $30 million annually that some talk show hosts takes-in. The talk show hosts, meanwhile, will get a much deserved $6,500 per month. The top police officers, risking their necks each and every day dealing with the crazies of society and people at their very worst, will be earning what top musicians make - somewhere in the $80 million range. Top Cops must be warned though, that even though they bring in over $3 million every two weeks - likely half will be going to the government. So find some tax shelters, and start a charity. Lady Gaga, meanwhile, will still make a comfortable and safe living at the top of her field in the $200,000 range. Don’t worry, she will have a solid pension and can save for her future. Kerry Anderson
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Lamont County Puts Agriculture Back on the Map Supports Locally Grown, Sustainable Food and Communities Agriculture is the largest single land use in Lamont County and a key driver of the local economy. It is anchored on a foundation of prime agricultural land and a history of agriculture practices that contribute to sustainability, quality-of-life, and the character and culture of its communities. In a series of meetings over the past two years, Lamont County consulted with the agricultural community and residents to create an Agricultural Master Plan (AMP) to support the continued success of agricultural industry by helping producers and business owners meet challenges and take advantage of future opportunities. In late 2017, five strategic planning workshops were held to gain insight from residents on the development of a shared
vision and strategic plan for the County. In December 2018, a round of open houses helped to gain further resident feedback on a desired vision, the County’s strengths, and a direction forward. The contributions received helped to develop the vision that has been used to create the Agricultural Master Plan: “Lamont County’s resilient and sustainable agriculture and food industry is a leader in providing a diverse range of agri-food products and services founded on a strong entrepreneurial spirit, a proud agriculture heritage and lifestyle, and the preservation of its agricultural lands and resources upon which our economy, environment, and community depend.” Following this vision, the AMP includes plans for regional initiatives,
agricultural business attraction and retention, rural crime reduction, agriculture education, municipal infrastructure improvements, including road and flood management studies, and discusses the viability of developing a multi-use agricultural facility. A second round of stakeholder focus groups and public open houses will be held on April 2, 3, and 4, 2019, in Andrew, Mundare and Lamont. During these meetings the County hopes to receive stakeholder and public comment on the draft AMP and will provide an opportunity to learn about developments in the Land Use Bylaw (LUB) and Municipal Development Plan (MDP). Continued on Page 5
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Bruderheim names Olechow to new joint school board/town committee BY JOHN MATHER Council approved Councillor Wayne Olechow to be appointed to the Elk Island Public School board and town reciprocal use committee at its regular Mar. 20 meeting. The committee had been approved in January and council was just doing the final paperwork to name a representative. After questioning whether there would be any conflict of interest, Olechow was named to the committee. Olechow is an employee with Elk Island Public Schools. Council also approved
the West Woodlands Municipal Servicing Report and Outline Plan. The decision allows administration to move forward with the developer on preparing a subdivision plan and a detail design plan for the proposed development. Answering a question from Olechow, Chief Administrative Officer Patty Podoborozny said the plan would be available online and at the town office for any member of the public to view. In her report to council Podoborozny stated the ice plant at the arena
Bruderheim council took time at the Mar. 13 meeting to honour to long time employees. Jim Reuther, centre, was honoured for 35 years of service, while Don Dreichel, right, received a plaque for 10 years of employment with the town.
Bruderheim council took time at the Mar. 13 meeting to make a presentation to the Bruderheim Preschool. Jamie Sobkow accepted a cheque for $500. contributed from the Bruderheim Community Investment Fund.
Letter Continued from Page 4 Stakeholders and residents will be asked to help answer questions about the County’s vision and desired outcomes, potential opportunities, and strategies, policies and tools needed to support the future of agriculture and communities in Lamont County. Interested stakeholders are invited to participate in focus groups from 1-4, followed by an Open House from 5-9 to discuss developments in all three plans. Anyone wanting more information is encouraged to contact Lamont County Agricultural Services at 780-895-2585, or Lamont County Economic Development at 780-8952233.
would be shut down Mar. 24. and the ice removal would take a few days dependent on weather. She added the gazebo ice rink was closed and recent warm weather had also forced closure of the outdoor ice rink a little earlier than planned. She said sand bags had been ordered as a precautionary measure in case of any flooding threatening homes in the community. She added she was getting quote for the rental of pumps to assist with quick drainage in the event of any spring flooding. Councillor Patrick Crawford wondered what the sand bags were for. “If there’s a resident in danger of having flood water flow into their house, we’ll help them out, but they can’t just come and pick, up the sand bags,” replied Podoborozny. “Residents can call public works and sand bags will be delivered to them. We have four pallets of bags in stock.” She added the bags are kept inside so they don’t deteriorate. Podoborozny met with Fort Saskatchewan RCMP Staff Sgt. Mike McCauley to discuss crime prevention education opportunities. She reported there would be
a trade and education show April 16 for the public on crime prevention. She said a number of people involved with crime prevention had been invited. “It’s to help the community better help themselves and protect themselves,” she told council. Councillor Judy Schuler asked if a presentation could be arranged from Telus to discuss broadband set up in the area. Mayor Karl Hauch spoke about a new business that will be an oil change facility in the town. Podoborozny said the proposed business owner was working getting the permits in order currently.
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Lamont Novice Hawks lose final hockey series against Redwater MAUREEN SULLIVAN The Lamont Novice Hawks made it to the Gold Medal Round and played for the Banner on Thurs. March 21, in Lamont. Down a goal after the first game, the team tied up game two in a penal-
ty shootout (a shot by Evan Wick) to bring the game to a tie at 6-6 but ultimately lost the game to the Redwater Rush 76. The Lamont Novice Hawks end the year with silver.
Lamont’s Cole Chudyk scored one of his six goals in game two of the final against Redwater. 2018/19 Lamont Novice Hawks went down to the wire with Redwater in the finals, losing 8-7 and 7-6 in two close games in the final series. Both games were tied late but the Lamont team could not prevail.
Minor Hockey playoffs wind down to finals KERRY ANDERSON Bruderheim Tier 4 Novice downed Millet in their two game playoff final series. On March 20, with the teams tied 2-2 late in the first period, Bruderheim scored with 20 seconds remaining and then added six in the middle frame on the way to a 10-6 win. Maxim Dach scored 7g, and Austyne Morgan had 7 pts (3g 4a). Assists went to; Carter Winslow (4a), Reid Messier and Keegan Ellis. Thomas Purdy got the win in goal. In game two of the most goals series, the teams were tied five different times in the 5-5 tie. Austyne Morgan scored four goals in the contest. Other scorers were; Carter Winslow (1g 1a), Callum Dziekciarz (2a), Declan Morgan (1a), and Jaxon Gushue (1a). Thomas Purdy was in goal for Bruderheim. Lamont Tier 4 Novice lost two close games in their two game playoff series with Redwater, 8-7 on March 19 and 7-6 on March 21 at Lamont Arena. In game one, the teams were tied five dif-
ferent times including with 4:23 remaining but Redwater got the winner 13 seconds later. Cole Chudyk had a 6 point game (5g 1a). Chael Whaling had 2g 1a, and Madden Cossey added an assist. In game two, Lamont built a 3-1 first period lead but the teams were tied less than two minutes into the middle frame. They exchanged goals until 6:52 was remaining but Redwater got the winner with 4:28 left. Cole Chudyk scored all six goals for Lamont, with Emmett Moonen picking up the lone assist.
Lamont Tier 5 Atoms downed Camrose in their two game final playoff series over the weekend. On Friday, Lamont won a 7-6 game on the road after taking a 4-1 first period lead, losing it and then coming back with two in the third to secure the win. Ryan Carstairs had a 6 point game (5g 1a). Other scorers were; Keelan Cartagena (1g 1a), and Sydney Cossey (1g). Aiden Chopping got the win in goal, saving 40. In game two on Sunday at Lamont Arena, Ryan Carstairs scored all four goals in a
4-3 Lamont victory. Assists went to; Matthew Iverson (2a), Aiden Switzer (2a), Sydney Cossey, Keelan Cartagena, and Aiden Chopping. Ethan Stetsko got the win in goal. Mundare's Brandon Kowal got an assist on the opening goal in Fort Saskatchewan AAA Bantam Rangers 5-2 loss to Red Deer on Saturday at the Fort in front of friends and family. The team dropped two over the weekend and now headed to Red Deer on March 26 (after deadline) for the deciding game in the final series tied 2-2.
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FROM WHERE I SIT: Still pays off
BY HAZEL ANAKA Have you ever given your word to someone and then regretted it? And then realized that everything works out in the end. Here’s my story and I won’t even change any of the names. A few weeks ago, Jim Newman, Lamont County’s Economic Development Manager passed along an invitation he’d gotten from Kristene Miller, the Education Programmer at Strathcona County’s gallery@501. There was to be an art show opening, March 22nd featuring the work of Chris Saruk Reid, a former Lamont resident. It was tied to the (Russian) folk tale of Baba Yaga and they were inviting neighbours and Ukrainian organizations to attend /participate. Not only was Jim going to be away, but he felt as Babas & Borshch coordinator, I would be a better choice. Because it was Jim asking and because I could
plug the festival to a new audience, I said yes and contacted Kris to discuss details. I then told Mary, my nephew’s new (Belarusian) wife because I thought it would help her transition to Canada. I also texted Carla, the artist’s cousin to see if she intended to attend. I worked on my fourminute speech, had copies made of our upcoming Go East travel guide ad and asked Kris if I could bring our Squeeze Your Baba dolls to hand out. All’s going along just fine until two or three days before the event. Hilary tells me that through a series of friend connections she has the chance to be onstage at Roger’s Place in the leadup to Michelle Obama’s book tour appearance. It seems that in every city, five people have the chance to come up and tell the world (audience) what they are “Becoming,” which conveniently is the title of Michelle’s book. It would literally be thirty to forty-five seconds of fame in front of thousands. With Hilary having quit her job in October to become an entrepreneur (with her own communications company) oppor-
tunities to spread the word don’t get much better than this. But, you see my dilemma. This thing is going down at almost the same time I’m in Sherwood Park. Can’t be in two places at once, can’t renege on my word. I do tip Kris off that this is happening in the background. Hilary gets a friend to attend with her and grab some big screen shots of her in the spotlight. Robin Roberts, the TV host of Good Morning, America and moderator of the night has footage on her Instagram account that I hope Hilary can snag for her (eventual) website. Interesting aside: at our housewarming, many of the guests gathered in our master bedroom for an impromptu focus group as Hilary shared five different concepts for her branding logo. No consensus, but very thoughtful feedback resulted. I get a text from Lamont Ag Society’s Shelley telling me how amazing Hilary was. Hilary gets feedback and photos and video clips from others in the crowd who know her. In the meantime, I’m in Sherwood Park delivering my greetings, getting a couple laughs. A bas-
ketful of dolls disappear, which surprises me because I tell them I know no one in Strathcona County has any stress! Plus, I see some innovative artwork and do a couple make-it-and-takeits (printmaking and vytynanky paper cutting). It turns out one of the artist instructors, Myroslava will be performing at the Babas & Borshch Zabava with Ruta. She’s a talented, recent Ukrainian immigrant to Canada and I’m exploring other ways to involve her. She and Mary make a connection and chatter away in their common language. There is also Ukrainian food on offer that is very good. I meet the Fort Saskatchewan caterer when she asks about entering the Borshch Cook Off. Phyllis tells me she was a dancer many years ago at the creation of Vohon, the dance group also performing at this year’s Zabava. So, while I would have liked to be there as proud mama for Hilary’s big moment, I made valuable connections for my own project. I guess keeping your word and reputation intact still pays off, from where I sit.
Road bans issued as spring arrives BY JOHN MATHER Lamont County has issued a number of road bans to control the amount of weight carried on local roads as winter frost comes out of the ground. Effective Mar. 19, 50 per cent of axle weight is allowed on Range Rd. 195 from Township Rd. 550 south to Hwy. 16; Township Rd. 550 from Range Rd. 204 to Hwy. 831 at Hwy. 15; Township Rd. 534 from Hwy. 855 to Range Rd. 170 (hospital road); Township Rd. 520 from Hwy. 855 to Range Rd. 163, with no trucks over one ton allowed; the hamlet of Hilliard –all streets; and Township Road 561 including the hamlet of Star from Hwy. 831 to Range Rd. 193; and Range Rd. 195 from Hwy.126 south to Blackfoot Camp. There are 75 per cent axle weight bans on Range Rd. 185 from
Hwy. 29 to Township Rd. 560; Range Rd. 170 from Township Rd. 580 to Township Rd. 574; Range Rd. 170 from Township Rd. 5674 to Hwy. 45; and Township Rd. 574 from /Range Rd. 165 to Range Rd. 170. All other county gravel
roads and all other county oiled roads are at a 75 per cent axle weight ban. In addition, the County has created a flood damage team that will travel the county roads to attempt and prevent dangerous flooding such as was seen in the
County last year. The eight to 10 person team will scour to county looking for high-risk area in wetlands, watercourses and examine the infrastructure such as culverts and bridges.
A N T O N I U K R E A L E S T AT E FOR SALE LAMONT COUNTY ~ NE & NW-30-58-19-W4, 171.5 Acres, 133 cultiv. acres $399,900
~ SE-30-58-19 W4, 159 Acres, 47 cultiv. acres, 33 acres hay, 59 $300,500 acres pasture, balance is trees.
FOR SALE BEAVER COUNTY ~ Nice treed acreage, south of Ryley, +10 Acres w 1998, 1216 sq. ft. mobile. $259,000 ~ Ryley Grand Central Pub Ltd. Nicely located on Highway #14
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Welcome Marty Fisch New Manager, Sedgewick Home & Farm Centre Marty Fisch h is a journeym journeyman carpenter with 25 years experience. sheds, pig barns, residential framing, metal Concrete work, pole shed buildings, fencing, decks, commercial buildings, home renovations... You name it and chances are Marty has built it. There's no project too big or too small.
years, Marty has run his own general For the last 20 yea business, "Harry Fisch & Sons" named in contracting b memory of his father. That's where he built a reputation for honesty and customer service reputatio that is matched only by his reputation for solid, quality work. When you see him please take a moment to welcome Marty to town. mom Wild Rose Co-op is proud and happy to Wil have him lead the Wild Rose Co-op ha Home & Farm Centre in Sedgewick. H
BBQ & SILENT AUCTION FUNDRAISER Saturday, March 30 from 11 AM to 2 PM 4802 49 Ave., Sedgewick, AB Help Marty and the team raise money for Battle River Splash Zone Spray Park at Sedgewick Lake!
780-384-3877
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Urban bees and hen programs explained to Bruderheim council BY JOHN MATHER It might have been the birds and bees Bruderheim council learned about Mar. 20, but rather it was bees and hens. Council had requested more information on localized raising of bees and hens in the community after some residents had raised the issue more than year ago. Trena MacGillvray, an animal care and control officer with Edmonton, shed light on the urban bee and hen program in the city. “We allow unlimited bees in the city, but there is a limit on he number of hens a person can have,” she told council. “All people having either urban bees or hens must have a permit and have taken proper courses on keeping bees or hens.” She brought a series of videos that she showed council as they went through the program highlights. Beekeeping is overseen by the province, she said, so all participating beekeepers must be registered through the province as part of the Bee Act. To get a beekeepers licence, someone on the property must have taken a two-day course on beekeeping. In it, course attendees learn about diseases, different type of frames for bees and the proper care of the hive. She added, beekeepers in the urban bee program are not allowed to make a profit from their bee operations. “The whole purpose is to be self sustaining,” she reported. “Beekeepers are not allowed to sell the bees, sell the honey, the wax, or any other products that may result from the urban beekeeping operation.” Honey products can be given as gifts. She added the urban hens program has similar restrictions. The courses are taught at the John Janzen Nature Centre, NAIT and a couple of outside agencies. She stated anyone who is a certified beekeeper can teach the course, but they must be approved by Edmonton to teach the course for
city urban farmers. She said while the cost of the courses vary it averages about $250 for the two-days. The course teaches about swarms, and allows people to recognize unusual behaviour for the bees, so any issues that arise can quickly be contained. When Councillor George Campbell asked what type of bees were allowed, McGilvray said the program only allowed honey bees. “The bees are controlled somewhat by the type of climate we have,” she said. “But mostly were talking about honey bees.” She said bees had to be imported because many bees had been lost over the past couple of years. Couuncillor Patrick Crawford asked about neighborhood awareness. “Neighbours have to be notified,” McGillvray replied. “If neighbours have allergies or legitimate concerns, then we’ll deny the permit, but if it’s just that they’re afraid of bees, then we’ll try to give them more educational information and probably allow the hive.” She added there are swarm catchers in Edmonton if the bees decide to create a new hive. If anyone has concerns they can contact the city
and staff will help dispel any myths, because “bees are very beneficial to the environment and do a lot of good.” With the hens program, she stated there is much more control, because they can carry or be susceptible to many more diseases. She said there are specific guidelines for setting up an urban hen program. Henhouses must meet specific requirements for size and location in the yard. The hens are allowed to have a run. “Some people call them their children and name then” she said. “The hen program is really very different for different people.” She added most people raise the chickens for their eggs. “Even after they’ve stopped laying, the keep them and they become like pets.” When Councillor Len Falardeau asked about the smell, she said the issue is watched. “We do get complaints,” she said. “The majority of those smell sites are from coops which aren’t approved. Many of these are people who are raising chickens to quickly kill and eat for dinner.” People are allowed up to six chickens, she said. “If the coop is managed well, there won’t be any smell,” she added.
“We find coops which do smell are, usually, not being run correctly and we work to educate the hen operator to improve their coop.” She added the urban hens were allowed in
populated residential areas, including some townhomes. The program only allows hens. There are no roosters involved. Again, she said only specific hens are
allowed, because many varieties of hens may be more subject to disease or frostbite due to the climate conditions. Council accepted her presentation as information.
Town of Mundare Employment Opportunity ~ Ukraina Park Attendant The Town of Mundare requires a PARK ATTENDANT for Ukraina Park and MRC campground on a contract basis. Please check www.mundare.ca for the job description or contact the Administration Office at 780-764-3929. Park attendant contract pays $575.00 per week and runs from May 13 to September 8, 2019. Please submit resume by Friday, April 14 to: Town of Mundare 5128 50 St. Box 348 Mundare, AB T0B 3H0 Or by fax 780-764-2003 or e-mail reception@mundare.ca.
Town of Mundare Employment Opportunity Summer Student – Public Works The Town of Mundare requires summer students to assist with various duties in
the Public Works department. Duties will include general labour, cutting grass, weed eating, assisting with landscaping, special event set-up and tear-down, and assisting other staff as required. Weekend and holiday work required. These are seasonal positions from May 1-August 30, 2019. Wage is $15/hr. Please submit resume by Friday, April 5. Gardener- Seasonal
The Town of Mundare requires a gardener to water planters 3 days a week. You will require a drivers licence. Position will entail, watering planters and flowers as well as designated trees, deadheading and weeding as necessary, filling and fueling of water truck. Wage is $15/hr. This is a seasonal position from MaySeptember. (when plants are planted, till first kill frost) Please submit resume by Friday, April 14 to : Town of Mundare 5128 50 St. Box 348 Mundare, AB T0B 3H0 Or by fax to 780-764-2003 or e-mail to resume@mundare.ca
Summer Student Labourer Position Departments Labourers will assist the Public Works and Parks & Recreation department during the summer season. Successful candidates must be available to work flexible hours including overtime as required and must be returning to secondary or post-secondary school in the fall. Responsibilities help with road maintenance, tree trimming, grass cutting, weed eating, painting, routine clean-up duties and general labouring must be able to perform a variety of tasks as assigned on a day to day basis
Please Apply by Fax or Email or in person at:
Qualifications valid driver’s license, minimum Class 5 GDL physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds be able to operate portable small tools and equipment Summer Students working 40hrs per week from May 6, 2019 to August 30, 2019 will be filled by students who are returning to post-secondary school in the fall. Summer Students working 40hrs per week starting July 2, 2019 to August 30, 2019 will be filled by students returning to secondary school in the fall. Closing date for applications is April 12, 2019 at Noon. Please forward your resume to: Town of Lamont Box 330 Lamont, Alberta T0B 2R0 Fax: (780)895-2595 general@lamont.ca Town of Lamont thanks all applicants for their interest; only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
10 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Wednesday, March 27, 2019
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Wednesday, March 27, 2019- 11
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KT Mechanical LTD
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30 years experience!
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For all your real estate needs
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Office ~ 780-764-4007 Cell ~ 780-920-3076
5004 50 Street, Mundare
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Sump Pits & Pumps Hot Water Tanks
Septic Systems
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Contact: Brett : 587-991-0398 No job too big or small, we’ll do them all! TOWING AND TRUCKING
RENOVATIONS
J & S Renovations
FREE ESTIMATES
Jacob Friesen
Exterior & Interior
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PO Box 213 Andrew, AB, T0B 0C0
By appointment only
Ph. (780) 275-0440
at Smith Insurance Service, Main Street Lamont
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is now available for septic cleaning
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Motor Vehicle Accidents, Fatal Accidents, Wills, & More Elizabeth J. Tatchyn, B.A., LL.B
Box 197 Bruderheim, AB T0B 0S0
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Gerhard Rosin 22 years experience
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Ph. 780-895-2780 Email: lmtleader @gmail.com _____________________ COMING COMING EVENTS EVENTS Viking Historical Society Annual General Meeting Friday, April 5 7 p.m. at the Legion Hall New Members Welcome. 13/14c _____________________ Bridal Shower to be Held for Adri Long (Bride-Elect of Logan Skori) Saturday, April 6 at 2 p.m. Kinsella Senior’s Centre Please Bring Favourite Recipe Everyone Welcome 13/14p _____________________ Ryley Sunshine Club crib tournament April 5, 2019. $8.00 per person. Teams of 2. Cash prizes to the top 3 teams. Lunch: hotdogs and dessert. Bring a team and have some fun! Open to all ages. More information: 780-340-8491 TM13/14p _____________________ FOR FOR RENT RENT Apartment for rent. 490853 Ave. $650/mth. 2 bdrm. Close to main street. Call Elena: 780-729-3706. TM13p _____________________ In Irma - cozy 2 bedroom home, no smoking. Phone Donna at 780-754-3766. 10/13c
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2 bedroom large suite in 3story walk-up apartment building under new professional management with live-in, on-site caretaker. Close to Town Centre, hospital and No-Frills Superstore. Rent from $895, incl. utilities, energized parking stall. DD $500. Seniors welcome with special rate. 780-632-6878 or 780-9186328 LLtfnc _____________________ Town house for rent in Viking. Available January 1. $900/month plus utilities. Contact 780-3363393. 51tfnc _____________________ Suite in four-plex in Tofield. 2 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bath. Fridge, stove, washer and dryer. Adults only. No smoking and no pets. $1,000/month. Available immediately. Call: 780-263-2688. TM15tfnc ______________________ FOR FOR SALE SALE
Apiaries Of Alberta Pride local honey for sale. Two sizes available 750 ml glass container $10, and 4L plastic pail $32. Please call Debbie 780-235-6775 or Kathy 780-662-4449.
Vegreville Family Dental, located next to the Boston Pizza in Vegreville is looking for a very enthusiastic Registered Dental Assistant to join our team. Our practice is committed to and focused on providing excellent quality patient care. We are looking for someone who is professional, reliable, possesses excellent interpersonal skills, is warm and friendly with patients. We offer competitive wages commensurate with experience as well as a great and friendly work environment! If this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please apply to vegredental@gmail.com. All applications will be treated confidential. Thank you!
35+ years experience Drywall Taper for hire. Big jobs or small. Living in Killam but willing to travel. Hand taper by trade but have experience with boxes, roller/flusher, taping tube. No bazooka experience. Have own tools (10-12" boxes, pump, angle box, roller, flusher, hand tools, etc.) Also do ceiling texture. Non-drinker/partier, just want to get the work done. Willing to work with existing building or taping crew. Contact me if interested. 780-385-2106 / 780-385-1251. tfn _____________________ Roy’s Handyman Services. Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. 780-662-0146 or 780-232-3097 tfn _____________________ PINOY’S CLEANING AND JANITORIAL SERVICES
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Certified seed for sale. Wheat: AC Shaw VB. Oats: AC Morgan, ORE3542M. Peas: CDC Amarillo. Fababeans: CDC Snowdrop. Brett Young: all canola & forage varieties. Haralie Seed Farms 780662-2617 or 780-405-8089 Tofield Alta. TM13tfnc _____________________ Large round straw bales for sale. Located 10 miles north of Tofield. $50.00. Call Bob @ 780-975-4100. TM13p _____________________ Registered Polled Hereford Bulls. Yearlings, 2 year olds. Paul Dinisyk. 780336-2675. 13p _____________________ Large, Round Hay Bales, Alfalfa, Brome, Timothy, and Crested Wheatgrass. 1,350 lbs average. Call C. Potter 780-888-1100 13p _____________________ 2012 Dodge Journey for sale. 184,000 kms, very good condition. 2 new winter tires on rims. Asking $6,500. Phone 780-3862124. 12/14p
TM11/19p _____________________ 4 Registered Angus Yearling Bulls for sale, guaranteed calving ease bulls. Semen tested. Delivered. Chad Cossey and Sons (780)221-2749. LL11/13p _____________________ Farm land for sale - approx 70 acres, Lamont County. Brian 780-446-8728 10/13p _____________________ Purebred yearling and 2 yr old Red & Black Angus bulls for sale. Call 780986-9088. LL07/20c ______________________ GARAGE SALE GARAGE SALE Saturday, March 30 from 8am-5pm. #13 4527 55 Ave. Tofield. (Belvedere Gardens). Household moving sale. TM13p ______________________ HELP HELP WANTED WANTED Vegreville Family Dental, located next to the Boston Pizza in Vegreville is looking for a very enthusiastic Registered Dental Hygienist to join our team on a part time basis. Our practice is committed to and focused on providing excellent quality patient care. We are looking for someone who is professional, reliable, possesses excellent interpersonal skills, is warm and friendly with patients. We offer competitive wages commensurate with experience as well as a great and friendly work environment! We would be willing to compensate for travel as well. If this opportunity sounds interesting to you, please apply to vegredental@gmail.com. All applications will be treated confidential. Thank you! TM13p
TM13p ______________________ MEMORIAL MEMORIAL In Loving Memory of Archie Sauers February 26, 1939 March 27, 2017 Those whome we love go out of sight, But never out of mind. They are cherished in the hearts of those they leave behind. Loving and kind in all his ways, Upright and just in all his days. Sincere and true in heart and mind, Beautiful memories he left behind. God took your hand and we had to part, Eased your pain but broke our hearts. Always Loved and Missed, Jeane, Your Children, Grandchildren, and Greatgrandchildren 13p ______________________ SERVICES SERVICES Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087 tfnc
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Archery program ends for the year at Andrew School The archery program at Andrew School ended with a trip to the NASP Provincials sponsored by AHEIA at the Northlands Boats and Sportsman Show. Thanks to Mr. Cruickshank for
coaching and keeping the program going at the school. Another thanks to our new Gr. 3/4, Mrs. Fisher for assisting and coaching archery too. Basketball came to an end at the school. This
year only had a Junior High boys team competing. With guidance from great coaches; Mr. Hazlehurst, Mr. Goudie and Miss Patmore, the team gave their all and had fun doing a sport
they love. Being a small school the grade 6 students had the opportunity playing for the sports teams with the grade 7-9. The boys dressed up in shirt and tie for their last game of the season.
Questions from the street
Archery at Andrew School
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MAUREEN SULLIVAN We will be asking the citizens of Lamont County the following question in the upcoming weeks to the provincial election. What is the most important issue in the upcoming provincial election? "Jobs, there is too much unemployment and I want more people to go out and vote," said Tammy Plowman
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DIAMOND M CONVENIENCE STORE - Linden, AB. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, May 1 in Edmonton. 1.19 +/- Title Acres. 4500 +/- sq ft building. Convenience store & salon. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. ___________________________ 2 PARCELS OF REAL ESTATE Onoway & Rich Valley, AB. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, May 1 in Edmonton. Onoway - commercial lot, 0.51 +/- title acres. Rich Valley - undeveloped residential acreage, 2.76 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. ___________________________ 3 PARCELS OF FARMLAND Colinton, AB. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, May 1 in Edmonton. 452.33 +/Title Acres, 185 +/- Acres Certified Organic. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. ___________________________ FARMLAND - Bonnyville, AB. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, May 1 in Edmonton. 157.45 +/- Title Acres, $4300 Surface Lease Revenue. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. ___________________________ UNRESERVED DISPERSAL AUCTION, Saturday, March 30, 2019 @ 11AM. Chocolatier & Gift Show Business. Live Onsite & Live Online! Scribner Auction, Wainwright, Alberta. 780-8425666. www.scribnernet.com.
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Sleighing in cutters was changed to rolling in wagons in Chipman on March 23.
Wagons ho! at Chipman rally TRACY CHILDS AND MAUREEN SULLIVAN The sun was bright on Saturday March 23, for the Chipman Agricultural Society's Spring Cutter Rally and Trail Ride. Due to the recent snow melt the sleighing in cutters were switched to rolling in wagons for the approximate eight mile ride through the Village of Chipman and around the countryside. Eight teams of horses and wagons full of passengers and 18 outriders on horseback enjoyed a pancake breakfast at the Chipman Ag Grounds before heading out for the ride at 11 a.m. "This was a great turnout, one of our best," according to Ag Society President Scott Reid. Club members and locals, as well as riders from as far away as Frenchman Butte, SK and Viking came out to take part. Members from the Chipman 4-H Beef and Multi Club, the
Strathcona 4-H Rein Riders Club and the Josephburg Riding Club joined in as well. The scheduled Skjoring demonstration by the Lord Strathcona's Horse members from CFB Namao was cancelled due to the quick snow melt. This upcoming sport, where a person skis or snowboards while being pulled by a rider on horseback will be rescheduled for next year, weather permitting. Gift Certificates and trophies went to Derek Dimmock for Best Team; Lorne McLaughlin for Best Wagon; John Wells for Oldest Teamster; and Youngest Rider went to a member of the Rein Riders 4-H Club. Shaun McLaughlin won the Poker hand with a three of a kind. Watch for the Harvest Wagon Rally and Trail Ride in October which will feature 12 Farriers challenging their skills in a Blacksmithing Competition.
Chichak, Lawrence October 3, 1949 ~ March 23, 2019 the Lamont Hospital vate family burial at the age of 69 years. will be held at a later Survived by sisters date where he will be Helen Kurylo of laid to rest in the Delph, and Rose Ukrainian Catholic Millar of Edmonton, Church Cemetery, in sister-in-laws Louis Delph, AB. Sincere & Mae Chichak of and special thanks to Edmonton and Dr. Irodache and numerous nieces, nurses that made nephews and friends. Lawrences’ final days Predeceased by par- in hospital with such ents John & Mary loving care & comIn loving memory of Chichak, brothers passion, especially Lawrence Chichak, Jimmy, Eddie & the palliative staff. who passed away Reggie. Cremation God Bless You All. March 23, 2019 in has taken place, a pri-
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