Tofield Mercury - January 21, 2026

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Tofield teen looking for kidney donor

Tofield local Mataya Tyler has been battling severe kidney disease since April of last year. At only 19 years old, she has been back and forth from hospitals for multiple months struggling with energy and feeling well enough to do anything.

"After a blood infection and emergency hospitalization, she was diagnosed with heart valve complications and Stage 4 kidney failure. This month her kidney function has dropped dangerously low, and she was admitted to the University of Alberta Hospital in Edmonton," Joshua Tyler, Mataya's father, wrote on a GoFundMe page set up for Mataya in December.

"We're asking for help to cover transportation costs, short-term lodging, and unforeseen expenses while Mataya receives care, and prepares for whatever changes that arise. Mataya spent 24 nights in hospital last year including Canada Day and Christmas. She is due to start dialysis in the near future, so our hospital visits will be increasing," Tyler said.

Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR) is the best measure of kidney function, indicating how well the kidneys filter waste from the blood.

"At her age, (her GFR) should

be near or above 100, but her lowest was 17, high of 22. At the rate of 15 they start discussing dialysis and transplant," Tyler explained in a social media post on Dec. 23, 2025.

Her GFR is at eight per cent as of now. She goes for weekly labs to test her kidney function.

Mataya has been an asset to the Tofield community, as she was a main employee of her father's business. She enjoys playing magic at the Tofield Arena every second Friday.

As of late, she has been laying low at home because of her low energy level and soreness in her body.

Mataya is thankful for her emotional support cats at home who help her get through her days; Missy, Maggie, and Baby. She also enjoys drawing and creating Anime.

Mataya aspires to be an entrepreneur like her father as she loves buying and selling items such as Manga and Pop! figures.

"Mataya is strong, and we have faith in her recovery," Tyler said about his daughter.

"If you need information on anything, or if you might be willing to be a living kidney donor, please reach out to me directly, and I can try to pass on information on how you may be able to assist, if at all," Tyler added in his post before Christmas.

Local photographer featured in travelling art display

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The Best of Alberta Travelling Photography Gallery is currently stationed at the Tofield Municipal Library, featuring award-winning images from the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC), Alberta Region, which includes Tofield local, Carla Lehman Photography.

The gallery will be on display from Jan. 6 to Jan. 31. The unique exhibit highlights works that have achieved ‘Merit’ or ‘Excellence’ ratings, or won ‘Best in Class’ at the prestigious Alberta Regional Salon, bringing stunning visual stories directly to the Tofield community.

“We are honoured to host this gallery and bring such remarkable artwork to Tofield,” says Carla Lehman, Craftsman of Photographic Arts (CPA).

“This exhibition is not just about photography; it’s about celebrating excellence, creativity, and community.

“The fact that this gallery is displayed in respected venues across Alberta, and now here in Tofield, speaks volumes. Our community is worthy of experiencing work of this calibre,

and we’re proud to be part of this provincial conversation,” she said.

Lehman’s image featured in the exhibition is entitled Enter Sandman. Created on Sable Island, it captures the raw, untamed spirit of the island’s wild horses; an image rooted in storytelling, respect for place, and the quiet power of moments that cannot be staged or repeated.

This travelling exhibition moves throughout Alberta, offering residents and visitors alike the opportunity to engage with award-winning imagery and the stories behind it.

Tofield’s inclusion among these hosts is both an honour and a testament to the value of arts and culture in communities of every size.

The PPOC Alberta Regional Salon is a renowned annual competition recognizing the artistry and technical excellence of Alberta’s professional photographers.

Each photograph in this exhibit has been carefully selected by a panel of expert judges, underscoring its status as a premier representation of Alberta’s photography.

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Tofield residents reminded to have emergency preparedness kits at home

The past several years, the Province of Alberta has been faced with peculiar weather. Often seeing conditions change quickly, and produce exceptionally harsh weather in the winter, and unprecedented warm weather in the summer months. With these ever-changing conditions, the question becomes, would you, and your family be prepared for an emergency event?

The Federal Government suggests having an emergency preparedness kit that would be able to sustain yourself and family members for up to 72 hours.

Although the consequences of various disasters, or emergencies can be similar, knowing the risks within your region can help you better prepare. It is strongly suggested that every Canadian household have an emergency plan. To reference a plan and to have a template in which to reference, they can be accessed online at: GetPrepared.ca.

Collectively, we all want to believe that this will be something we will never need, however, being prepared is paramount in this regard.

Outside of having an emergency plan, there are pieces that should be done, to provide comfort and safety not only for yourself, but

also for the others in your home. These are things such as: a working carbon monoxide detector, smoke alarm (on each floor), fire extinguisher and a well-stocked first aid kit.

Aside from having these items, each member in your home should know about these items, and where they are stored. Children within the home should know how and when to call 9-1-1 as well as who your emergency contacts are, that may include people outside of your community.

In the event of an emergency, it is exceptionally important to make sure you are safe as well before assisting others. It is advised that in an emergency you listen to the radio or television for information from both local and provincial authorities. Local officials may advise you to stay where you are. It is important to stay where you are until you are ordered to evacuate or given other instructions.

Please note: you will not be asked to leave your home unless there is reason to believe you may be in danger. If you are ordered to leave, take your emergency kit, your wallet, identification (passports) for each family member and bring your cellular phone and charger with you.

We have discussed the necessity of an emer-

gency kit; however, the question becomes, what should this kit include? Suggestions are as follows:

•Water – at least two litres per person, per day. Include small bottles that can be carried easily

•Food that won’t spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried food

•Manual can opener

•Crank or battery – powered flashlight (and extra batteries)

•Crank, battery powered radio

•First aid kit

•Extra keys to your vehicle and home

•Cash in smaller bills. Bank machines and credit cards may not be able to be used. As we move into 2026, and start the year fresh, with intention for health, success and positivity, Council felt it important to have our residents provided with important information and the tools to succeed. It is each of our hopes that these pieces are not needed, however, being prepared is the key to success. Mayor, Council and Staff wish each of you the absolute best for 2026. We look forward to another successful year.

Respectfully, Mayor and Council

Tofield Council to advocate for speed reduction

Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

Tofield Town Council discussed how the two intersections into Tofield could be made safer at their last regular council meeting held Monday, Jan. 12, and moved to direct Administration to reach out to Alberta Transportation to look at considering a speed reduction on the highway.

The agenda item was added at Council’s request when the subject was brought up during their regular meeting held Dec. 8, 2025 when Council moved to support a speed limit reduction on Highway 626 beside the soccer fields and residential area on the southeast side of Tofield.

“There had been discussion with the past council with Alberta Transportation on having a speed limit reduction, for gross terms, between the entrance signs on Highway 14,” Chief Administrative Officer Jeff Edwards said.

“There had been feedback from residents who have been quite concerned about the volume

of accidents or near misses within that area, and therefore they had requested that Council and Administration canvas Alberta Transportation to look at a speed reduction within that area,” he said.

Edwards said that in both written correspondence and in person at the Alberta Municipalities conference, Alberta Transportation was not receptive to considering reducing the speed on Highway 14 along that stretch.

“However, if this is something that Council would like, I would be more than happy to write a piece to Alberta Transportation and then also copy the Minister of Transportation and the MLA as well,” Edwards said.

Councillor Elaine Taylor asked Edwards why Alberta Transportation doesn’t want to reduce the speed limit.

“One of the primary reasons that we were provided, at that time,”

Edwards said, “was that a reduction in speed within that area, they felt, could cause more detriment than good. It could

be confusing to the driver, if not marked correctly. If I remember correctly, I believe that was the quick notes that we were provided,” he said.

Mayor Adam Hall said that didn’t sound like a good enough reason not to reduce the speed limit. Edwards agreed.

Taylor suggested that if they weren’t open to considering a spee+d reduction, that they should make the road wider and add more lanes.

“Something has to change there. Too many people have lost their lives,” Taylor said.

“Former deputy mayor Harold Conquest had made that suggestion as well on widening,” Edwards said, “and I can't fully recall the rationale that was provided in not looking to widen there, but that had been brought up. Additional lighting, a marked flashing indicator of reduction, there were a number of thoughts that were provided, but Alberta Transportation, at that time, was not open to entertain those,” Edwards said.

Councillor Jennifer Durrant said that speed

reductions on highways alongside municipalities are not uncommon, including Round Hill, Chipman, Mundare, Lamont, and Viking.

“It's not unusual at all,” she said.

Taylor said, given the number of semis travelling down Highway 14, she believes reducing the speed limit would make it safer for motorists.

“The amount of tractor trailers and wide loads that we get through here, I just feel like it would be safer for the town and the people that are coming to town if the speed limit was reduced,” she said.

Councillor Dustin Terpstra agreed but said that he would guess that the government may be looking at the fact that Highway 14 doesn’t run

“Highway 14 is a thoroughfare, versus when

Tofield Golden Club announced as recipient of $248k grant

Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

The Tofield Golden Club has been announced as a recipient of the Alberta government’s Community Facility Enhancement Program grant in the amount of $248,962, which will go towards their Tofield of Dreams building project. The club plans to add a gymnasium and multipurpose spaces onto the current building, designed for intergenerational programming, workshops, and larger community events.

“Now that we have this grant secure, it's like a whole load off our shoulders,” Golden Club treasurer Jim Robichaud said.

Robichaud and Adele Miller were the first to hear the news from Camrose MLA Jackie Lovely that the club had been successful in

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their grant application, but had to keep the news quiet until they received the official letter from Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women, Tanya Fir.

“Jackie Lovely had the right to tell us, because she represents us, and she called first.

“We weren't to say anything, we had to keep our mouths shut, and the following day, Jan. 9, the official letter came to us.

“On Wednesday, Jan. 21, we sit down to get the details of how that money transfers,” Robichaud said.

“I’m so excited this project is going through,” Lovely said on social media. “It will benefit the community and those who make up this organization.”

Robichaud said a lot of community effort and support went into the grant application.

“We've been involved in levels of government.

The Town of Tofield and Beaver County sent letters of support to the provincial government to help us get this grant.

Jason Nixon, Minister of Assisted Living and Social Services, has been very good with us as well. We had a group within the government pushing hard for this grant to go through,” Robichaud said.

Robichaud said the club was somewhat worried about being a successful recipient of the funds.

“In a time that grant money maybe isn’t as readily available as it has been in the past, we were kind of worried. Although we knew that we had a very good chance to get the grant, we just didn't know if they were going to be able to free up money enough to reach us. And the fact that they

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did, we are delighted,” Robichaud said.

The club has applied for the grant once before, which has an annual intake.

“It’s been a long waiting period, even just waiting for our chance to apply for the grant, because intake is once a year.

“The previous year we had applied but we got turned down. We've applied for numerous grants, but this is the largest one,” Robichaud said.

Robichaud said that there will be an official presentation with Lovely and Fir in the future.

“We're going to have

a presentation with Tanya Fir that Jackie Lovely, I think, is spearheading. There might be two celebrations, one maybe at the Legislature and one in Tofield,” he said.

Barry Stewart, Tofield Golden Club member on the Building Steering Committee, said the work has now begun to get a development permit.

“I'm working with the Town to complete necessary documentation for the development permit; that's the next step of the process. After that is the building permit, and all being well, we envision breaking ground this

spring,” Stewart said. Robichaud said the expansion project has been a group effort from the start.

“It really is a team achievement. We are one unit and proud of it. We've got a lot of strength in numbers,” he said.

The Alberta government website says that “the Community Facility Enhancement Program for large projects provides over $125,000 to $1 million in financial assistance to upgrade, expand, purchase or build arts, cultural, heritage, recreational, sport or other related publicuse community facilities.”

JOHN’S RANT OPINION

OK, Prime Minister Mark Carney, you made a trade deal with China.

This is very beneficial to western Canadian farmers because it will reduce tariffs on some canola exports to that country.

Now it will also allow up to 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into the country for sale at a six per cent tariff rather than the previous 100 per cent tariff.

It shouldn’t allow for the Chinese takeover of any abandoned auto plants in Canada to build those vehicles here.

Let them be sold on merit and see what sort of repair and service network is required to keep them running.

So far, this doesn’t seem to have angered the nimrod running the country to the south of us, but that could change on a whim.

But then Mr. Carney, you stood proudly beside Chinese President Xi Jinping and proclaimed your trade deal package was the start of a “new world order.”

Now that has me worried.

Did anybody in Canada vote for a “new world order” in the last election?

You offered no explanation of this usage.

I’d have a been much more comfortable if you has said it set a new eco-

nomic path forward for Canada.

But no.

You didn’t mention Canada. You said “world.”

That is generally the nuance we hear from the World Economic Forum as this group of elite politicians and business leaders work their magic to try and takeover all aspects of order on earth; from politics, to governing, to business decisions.

As Toronto Sun columnist Joe Warmington stated, “This sounded more like the former Bank of Canada and Bank of England, Chair of Brookfield Carney, who would frequent the World Economic Forum gatherings in Davos, Switzerland.”

In fact, Carney will be in Davos  as of Monday, meeting business leaders during the World Economic Forum.

Now Carney appears to be saying adios to our relationship with the U.S, while embracing a new one with China.

That might not be bad, but didn’t China kidnap two Canadian diplomats and hold them hostage for several years?

This was while the former Prime Minister aided and abetted the U.S, by keeping a Chinese telecommunications executive hostage in a Vancouver hotel.

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And haven’t we been hearing horror stories about Chinese influence in our elections, especially at the Federal level?

These allegations of Chinese influence and localized Chinese police stations monitoring Chinese Canadians living in our cities have been major causes for concern.

So, have the Chinese suddenly made a New Year’s resolution to cease and desist these despicable interference actions against our sovereignty?

If taxes on fertilizer, farm equipment, and fuel weren't enough, the Liberal government is now planning to amend the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regulations on identification and traceability, heaping endless red tape on farmers and ranchers here in Battle River-Crowfoot and across Canada.

Conservatives strongly opposed these proposed changes in 2023, when the CFIA first raised the expansion of traceability requirements and mandatory livestock movement reporting. These measures would

So what’s with this “New World Order” of Carney’s?

And have you, Mark Carney, been completely sold on their honesty when they reach out to shake your hand and offer niceties?

They have shown no remorse, no regrets.

Yet Carney embraces them and proclaims a “New World Order.”

“I’m extremely pleased that we are moving ahead with our new strategic partnership,” he added.

“A partnership founded on five pillars will not only deepen our bilateral

ties to the benefit of our peoples but will also, in my judgment, help improve the multilateral system, a system that in recent years has come under great strain.”

With other world issues quickly shaping up such as Trump’s threatened incursion into Greenland and his Peace Board, designed hopefully to help stabilize the situation in Gaza, but increasingly looming like it might provide and alternative or replacement for the United

Nations, we should be worried when our Prime Minister is espousing “New World Order” rather than a new economic direction for Canada.

Canada is not a strong military power and relies on the U.S. for much of its protection. Is Carney moving to side with China?

We need a detailed, honest explanation for his use of “New World Order.”

JOHN MATHER

MP Poilievre: Red tape won’t feed Canadians - our farmers will

impose additional regulatory burdens at a time when farmers and ranchers are already facing significant pressures.

Canadians are struggling to put food on the table, and producers are concerned that these new regulations will impact their economic viability. Agricultural societies, fairs, 4-H clubs, rodeos, and other community organizations have also warned these changes could undermine their ability to host events vital to rural life, youth engagement, and local economies.

Our position as Con-

servatives is that the CFIA must pause the implementation of these changes and consult with farmers, ranchers and community associations. Any decisions must be guided by a clear assessment of economic impacts, a commitment to reducing red tape and regulatory burden, and a focus on strengthening Canada’s food security and food affordability.

We believe in the strength and resilience of Canada’s agriculture and agri-food sectors. Regulatory obstacles must not increase food costs or impede our farmers and

producers from doing what they do best: proudly feeding Canada and the world. It's time to cut the taxes and slash the red tape on those who grow, ship and sell food so that Canadians, whether right here in East Central Alberta or across Canada, can afford healthy, nutritious meals once again.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding this column, or if you require assistance regarding a Federal Government program, you are encouraged to send an email to pierre.poilievre@parl.gc.ca or call 1-800-665-4358.

Tofield approves auto recycling development permit

Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

The Town of Tofield has approved a development permit for Auto Parts Recycling and Sales at 4703 47A St., and, as per the current Council’s commitment to transparency, has provided the information regarding adjacent property owners’ concerns to the public.

At their regular council meeting held Monday, Dec. 8, 2025, Tofield mayor Adam Hall told Council that the development permit was on the agenda at his request.

“You have already seen the paperwork in regards to this, but I think it's important to have this on the agenda as open business to talk about, mostly because almost every single one of us talked about transparency when we were campaigning. As this is something that is moving forward, I felt that it wasn't appropriate not to comment on it publicly, so that is why it's here,” Hall said.

Chief Administrative Officer Jeff Edwards told Council that doing so is typically not done.

“This is a very different approach from what the Town has chosen to do in the past in regards to discussing or advertising a

development permit, or having it brought forward to a council level.

However, as Mayor Hall has said, given advocacy for transparency, it is only right that this be brought forward,” Edwards said.

In a letter dated Dec. 1, 2025, the Town of Tofield advised the adjacent landowners that the Town had approved Auto Parts Recycling and Sales’ development permit, with responses to concerns that had been raised.

“I believe in the importance of recognizing the potential for development within our community,” Edwards said. “We are aware, recognize, and empathize with the concerns of the adjacent landowners. Those concerns have been identified, rectified, and discussed with the potential developer.

“There has been feedback through social media channels as to the Town staying somewhat silent. This is now our response, publicly, that we do recognize the concerns and the feedback that has been received,” Edwards said.

Councillor Elaine Taylor thanked Administration for the hard work and diligence that went into addressing the concerns from the commu-

nity.

“I would also like to thank you for putting this on this agenda, because I feel that transparency is what we need, and this is it,” Taylor said.

Deputy Mayor Brenda Chehade agreed and said that having the permit as an agenda item is a good way to be transparent with the public, and shows that the Town has done their due diligence.

Councillor Jennifer Durrant asked Edwards if the business has the goahead.

“They are essentially in a lull period,” Edwards said. “We have issued the development permit, but this is now contingent on whether the adjacent landowners choose to appeal, and they do have a 21-day window to enact that. If nothing is actioned within the 21 days, then the developer has the ability to go forward. They will still need to obtain their permitting from both the provincial and federal standpoint, but that is independent from the Town. From our standpoint, they have satisfied what we've asked

of them,” Edwards said. Taylor said that this is not a business starting from the ground up, but a second location for the company.

“That is correct,” Edwards said. “Their originating location in Alberta is in a far larger location than Tofield, and they have followed all the regulations there as well.”

The adjacent landowners had the opportunity to appeal the Town’s permit approval before Dec. 22, 2025.

“This date passed with no appeal(s) being lodged,” Edwards told The Tofield Mercury on Jan. 19. “From this date, there have been no further changes, and the development is set to move forward.”

Concerns from the adjacent landowners included environmental risks, property value, infrastructure, emergency response, security, and nuisance. The letter addressing the concerns is available to the public in the Dec. 8, 2025 council meeting agenda package, which can be found on the Town of Tofield’s

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Move made due to Viking’s lack of participation

Patricia Harcourt

Beaver County Council amended a cost-sharing agreement for a regional water capacity project initiative with the news that the Town of Viking declined to participate.

The motion passed 4-1 with Councillor Dale Pederson voting against the amendment to costsharing for the regional waterline modelling simulation analysis. Pederson’s Division 5 lies in the furthest east end of the county in which Viking is located.

The motion increases the county’s share of the Highway 14 Regional Waterline modelling simulation analysis to a maximum of $9,385.75.

The decision was discussed at the county’s Dec. 17 regular meeting of council. Background information was provided in a written report by Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Kayleena Spiess, who was absent from the meeting itself.

“The Beaver Region has been working together to explore increased capacity of the regional waterline to provide water to growing populations, existing businesses and to attract economic development,” stated Spiess in her report.

A committee was formed as an advisor on potable and non-potable water infrastructure planning. This water committee was to be composed of member municipalities of the Beaver Region, each appointing its CAO on the committee.

These administrative and technical advisors would propose strategy, give advice and identify funding possibilities, stated the report.

The committee is currently composed of the CAOs of the commission and each municipality, “with the exception of the Town of Viking,” she said.

There are also advisors from the Beaver Emergency Services Commission (BESC), an engineering firm, and stakeholders from industry and commercial areas when needed.

Before Viking opted out, the cost for each municipality would have been $7,508.60 plus GST, for a total of $37,543 plus GST. The other participants remaining on the regional water committee are the Town of Tofield, the villages of Holden and Ryley, and Beaver County.

The county approved its one-fifth share for this amount at a March meeting last year. However, that share has since risen with the Town of Viking bowing out of the project.

The project has now been completed for a total final cost of $43,832.

“The Commission has offered to pay the difference,” stated the report, but the county’s share has risen to $9,385.75 plus GST with the reduced number of municipalities involved.

The chair of the Regional Water Committee had requested the Town of Viking reconsider its decision, but Viking Council again voted not

to participate in this initiative at its December meeting.

At the Dec. 17 county meeting, Acting CAO Margaret Jones said that, “The Town of Viking will not participate so cost-sharing changes (would be necessary) for the rest of the ones that are.”

Jones stated that she had received verbal confirmation that, “at Monday night’s meeting, the town chose to decline again.”

Deputy Reeve Lionel Williams (Division 2) said: “A little more money won’t hurt us.”

Pederson said he had “a bit of a problem” when it comes to the county participation. He noted this was the fifth study done, adding he wanted to “see the results” of the latest study.

“The work’s been done and we agreed to fund,” said Councillor

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Kevin Smook (Division 1). Smook added that he wanted to see the report himself.

Administration said the report could be made available following the meeting, but Pederson said “we should see the report before voting because I actually question the analysis.” In the end, he voted against it.

However, Williams was in favour and made the motion for council to increase the county’s share of the cost to a maximum of $9,385.75.” He called Viking’s lack of participation “short-sighted on Viking’s part.”

“This is rounding the hill and getting the bills paid,” said Smook, who later gave a report on the Highway 14 Regional Water Commission’s water enhancement Continued on BCC4

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A:Youremails,calls,andmessageseverywinterhaven'tgone unnoticed,wehearyou.Butweprioritizebusroutes,collector roads,andthenlocalroads.Emergencyservicesarealsoatop concern.Drivewayswillbecleared,butthey'reloweronthelist. Wecan'tbeeverywhereatoncewithover2,600kilometersof roads,butweworkhardtomakethemsafeandpassableas soonaswecan.

A: Your emails, calls, and messages every winter haven't gone unnoticed, we hear you But we prioritize bus routes, collector roads, and then local roads Emergency services are also a top concern Driveways will be cleared, but they're lower on the list We can't be everywhere at once with over 2,600 kilometers of roads, but we work hard to make them safe and passable as soon as we can

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RCMP in nearby county arrest suspects after several police vehicles rammed in chases

Kitscoty RCMP vehicles were rammed several times as police gave chase to two suspects in Vermilion River County.

The chase began on Jan. 15 shortly before 4 p.m., with a report of an abandoned vehicle at an oil site along Township Road 492.  Kitscoty RCMP responded and observed a grey sedan and a black pickup truck with no license plate on scene.

A female suspect drove the black pickup truck, intentionally ramming into the stationary police vehicle, with the member inside.

This action disabled both the truck and police vehicle. Both suspects got into the grey sedan, attempted to flee the scene, however, got stuck in the snow.

The suspects then fled on foot, heading east through a field, to a nearby unoccupied rural residence. The residence was broken into, and the suspects stole a white SUV from the garage.

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County Chronicle, January 21, 2026 project.

Reeve Gene Hrabec (Division 3) offered a reason for Viking’s lack of support, stating that Viking had to pay full cost for its own non-potable water study several years ago, adding he “sees both sides.”

“I do believe one is hand-in-hand with the other,” he said, refer-

Another Kitscoty RCMP officer arrived at that residence. As the male suspect reversed the SUV out of a garage, they collided into the passenger side of the moving police vehicle.  As the suspects fled this scene, there was a near collision with a third police vehicle, when the suspects attempted to turn north onto Range Road 14. Eventually the suspect vehicle became stuck in deep snow.

The male suspect fled on foot heading northeast, where he was shortly thereafter apprehended. The female suspect was then also arrested.

This police investigation revealed both prolific offenders breached many conditions of their various release orders. Greg Michael Wilson, 34, a resident of Mannville, AB, and Keisha Rai Sharp, 29, a resident of Waseca, SK, are both facing numerous charges, including:

• Assault on police officer x 2;

• Property obtained

ring to potable and non-potable water issues.

“We’ll have to lean on Viking in the future,” he predicted. In 2023, the Town of Viking conducted a stormwater infrastructure project that saw work being done to the west and north of the Viking Carena Complex to help prevent flooding.

At the time, information from the town stated that the project “was essential to be completed to ensure the stormwater and

by crime;

• Break and enter into a residence; and

• Theft of motor vehicle.

Both RCMP members rammed this incident suffered non-life threatening injuries and were treated in hospital and released.

“The quick response of multiple RCMP units was instrumental in the swift apprehension of these suspects”, says Corporal Trevor Schmidt, Alberta RCMP Traffic.

Responding RCMP units include

Lloydminster RCMP’s Detachment, General Investigation Section (GIS), and Crime Reduction Unit (CRU); Vermilion RCMP, Kitscoty RCMP and CRU, and Alberta RCMP’s Real Time Operations Centre.

Support units include 3 Police Dog Service Units, Forensic Collision Reconstruction Unit, Forensic Identification Unit, and Eastern Alberta District GIS.

Alberta RCMP statistics show an increase in police vehicle ram-

spring run-off was able to leave the town quickly to protect the community and property.”

The town has since set up a non-potable water station for agricultural use as a way of easing the burden on drinking water capacity.

Also, Councillor Smook reported in his councillor report concerning the progress the Highway 14 Regional Water Commission is making with water capacity issues as part of

ming leading to injuries, with seven reported in 2023, and 15 reported in 2024.

There have already been six police vehicles intentionally rammed in 2026. Since

2023, crime rates have decreased, but violence against police has increased.

the need to increase water in the county for development and other purposes.

Smook sits on the Commission board as the county’s representative, and gave his latest report at the county’s Dec. 17 regular meeting.

“At our Nov. 20 meeting, the Highway 14 Water Commission Board passed a motion to apply for a $13.3 million grant from the Alberta Municipal Water/Waste Water Partnership,” he said.

He told council that this application was made “in support of the Regional Water System Environmental Project.”

This would be a project phased-in over two years, he said.

“Highway 14 would be eligible for up to 48% funding through the grant on a cost-share arrangement and would be required to raise 52 per cent, or $6.9 million on approval of the grant.”

He listed several ways of raising the

county’s share including from capital funds, reserves, debentures and user rates.

Plus, there is a possibility of raising funds through a grant request to member municipalities.

“A letter has been sent to all five municipalities outlining a potential cost share,” said Smook, adding: “The region has been pushing to enhance the water system for future growth and we’re heading in that direction.”

Tofield Council cancels outstanding invoices from 2025 CAO says first time he recalls list being

Kari Janzen Staff Reporter

Council for the Town of Tofield chose to cancel the 14 outstanding invoices from accounts receivable for 2025 during their regular meeting on Monday, Jan. 12, which were interestonly.

“This is something that comes forward to Council within this timeframe each year,” Chief Administrative Officer Jeff Edwards said.

“What we are asking for is to have a motion of Council to waive these fees. And what you will note is that these amounts are interest-only.

“That would mean

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through Round Hill. Whereas we have the service road, so they may view more as a bypass, and that's probably why it's going to be hard to push through.

Though I agree it should be lower,” he said.

“I would encourage Council to provide a motion to canvas the province,” Edwards said. “I think it's an instance of, we don't know what the outcome is if we don't try.”

“Well,” Hall said, “we could always begin with the speed reduction. If they come back and say no, then we can canvas them with other ideas.”

Terpstra asked Edwards what the speed limit would be reduced to, and Edwards said the previous council had discussed 80km/h.

“Is there a certain number of people who

that these people have paid the balance of their invoices that have been provided to them, but one of two things; they may not have paid them on time, or they may not have provided what would be absolutely the sufficient amount, therefore being the balance owing, that would be considered to be interest,” he said.

Councillor Jennifer Durrant asked Edwards why Council waives the fees each year.

“Why do we waive them? I mean, that's great, I'm happy to, but why do we waive them instead of making the people pay it?” Durrant asked.

“We have tried to have the amount pro-

have to lose their lives before they change something?” Taylor asked.

Terpstra asked Edwards if there would be any statistics available for that stretch of highway, and Edwards said he thinks Beaver Emergency Services Commission may have record of how many times they have responded to accidents along there.

Council moved to direct Administration to canvas Alberta Transportation for a speed reduction along Highway 14 between the two Tofield entrance signs, which was carried.

vided to us,” Edwards said, “but the next avenue would be to look to go to small claims court. And if you were to go to small claims court, the amounts that are here would not justify the means in order to retain a solicitor,” he said.

The amounts, this year ranging from $0.45 to $176.55, are the lowest Edwards said he’s seen the list in years.

“Many of these are very minimal. As Deputy Mayor Chehade can very likely attest, this is probably the smallest amount that we've had in several years. And, this is one of the first that I can recall that is interest-only. Although sometimes you will have something come forward that is not only for interest, but the balance as well,” Edwards said.

The grand total for the 14 accounts amounted to $329.51.

“In the past, we have had a significantly larger number that has come before Council,” Edwards said. Councillor Dustin Terpstra moved that Council cancel the accounts receivable invoices listed for 2025, which was carried.

OBITUARIES

BROEN, Richard

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of R ichard Broen at the age of 68 H e passed away peacefully at home on January 10, 2026. Mourning his loss are his wife of 36 years Tracey; his daughters Natasha (James) and Katrina (Brandon); grandchildren Frankie, Isla, Ava and Lincoln; extended family and cherished friends.

A Memorial Service will be held at 1:00 p.m., on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Bardo Lutheran Church, 5609 48 St., Tofield, AB.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the ALS Society of Canada, whose resources helped him remain at home — where he most wanted to be.

Weber Funeral Home

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www.weberfuneralhome.ca

It is with sadness that the family of Mr. Perry Calvin Story announces his passing on Friday, January 9, 2026, at the age of 63 years. Perry was born on February 9, 1962, in Viking, Alberta, to Adelle and Calvin Story. Perry faced health struggles over the years and lived with kidney failure, undergoing dialysis since 2019. The Vegreville Dialysis Team became an important part of his life, providing care and support throughout his journey. Perry is survived by his children, Jordon, Nicole (Cole), Matthew (Shelby), Kayla (Bogdan), and Jared; along with their mother, Lorilee. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Alexys, Francesca, Domenico, Colton, Bennett, Mason, Luca, Delaney, and Joseph, with a tenth grandchild expected. He is also survived by his sisters, Kelly Ann and Lori (Ken); uncles, Ron (Lucille), and Armand (Mary); and special cousin Janet; as well as by nieces and nephews, and will be remembered by the many friends he made along the way. He was predeceased by his father, Calvin Story; and his Uncle, Jack Rabby.

A Private Family Service will be held at a later date. If desired, Memorial Donations in honour of Perry may be mailed as a cheque to the Holden Cemetery, Box 477, Holden, AB T0B 2C0, or sent to the Kidney Foundation of Canada at www.kidney.ca. Cremation entrusted to Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, Red Deer, Alberta. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared and viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 –67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer. 403.340.4040.

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COMING EVENTS

Baptist Institute - Viking, AB

Join us for Old Fashioned Hymns, Independent, KJV.

Bible Class 12 - 1 pm

Preaching Service 1 - 2 pm

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You are invited to Sheila Tanton’s 80th Birthday.

Saturday, Feb. 21 from 1 to 4 p.m.

Come and go, at The Hive, 4907 48 Ave. Sedgewick. Lunch is provided. Your presence is the best present.

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Friends of the Viking Library Society

Annual Meeting

Wednesday, Jan. 28 at Noon at Viking Chinese (B&S) Restaurant. New Members Welcome.

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Annual General Meeting of The Killam and District Municipal Library will be held January 21 at 7:30 p.m. at The Killam Public Library. Everyone is welcome.

Annual General Meeting of The Friends of the Killam Public Library will be held January 21 at 7 p.m. at The Killam Public Library. Everyone is welcome. ————————————————

The Viking and Area Gymkhana Club

Annual General Meeting will take place on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm

At the Daysland Community Hall4602 51 Ave, Daysland

- We will be selecting a new board - discussing the future of the gymkhana club

- Please attend and bring your ideas and thoughts.

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•GE 24 inch front-load dishwasher (NOS) Model GLD4209L15WW $350 for each item, OBO. Call 780-888-1336

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Anyone interested in pots of different sizes, washed and disinfected, call Brian at 780-678-0053.

These can be picked up at Brian's site location. Six miles west of Daysland off of Highway 13, on Range Road 172.

Turn right on RR172, drive 1/4 mile north, Brian's is the second place on the east side of the road. Blue sign at the gate is 45529172.

Available are: 22 7-inch pots @ $7 for the lot; 22 8-inch post @ $8 for the lot, 26 10-inch pots @ $8.50 for the lot, 107 4-inch pots @ $5 total (or $4 for a stack of 20). One box of 4 unmatched posts @ $4.50 for the lot, one box of six different sizes @ $4.25 for the lot. 118 2-gallon pots @ $5.75 for the lot, and 186 1-gallon pots at $5.25 for the lot.

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The Killam AgriPlex is hiring for our Arena Cleaning Crew and Jr. B Game Crew positions. We are looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our team for the upcoming season. To apply: Send your résumé to ckinzer@town.killam.ab.ca or drop off a copy at the Killam AgriPlex. For more information, call 780-385-3080.

MEMORIAL

In Loving memory of Dean Howard Hopfe July 24, 1958 - Jan. 22, 2024

Two years have passed since you left us. Though your smile is gone foreer and your hand cannot be touched, still we have so many memories of the one we have loved so much.

Love Amy, Vanessa (Dawson), Henry and Logan

REAL ESTATE

The Killam Pool is hiring Lifeguards for the upcoming season!

Qualifications required: Intermediate First Aid National Lifeguard Certification We offer competitive wages and a great team environment. To apply, Email your résumé to: ckinzer@town.killam.ab.ca or drop it off at the Killam AgriPlex. For more information, call 780-385-3080.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

Estate of William John Osatiuk, also known as Bill Osatiuk, who died on January 30, 2025, in Hardisty, Alberta. All persons having claims against the estate of the above-named deceased are hereby notified to file their claims with the undersigned administrator on or before February 20, 2026. Claims must be sent in writing and provide details of the claim.  If a claim is not filed by this date, the estate's property may be lawfully distributed without regard to any claim of which the administrator has not received notice.

Administrator: Kim Swanson Box 445, Warburg Alberta, T0C 2T0

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letter included drainage and potential contamination of the soil, which could then cause leaching into the groundwater.

The Town concluded that any potential environmental risks have been adequately mitigated by the applicant.

“The Town has no record of any site drainage concerns impacting the adjacent roadway or property owners. As no changes to the site grading are contemplated, we have determined there would be no concerns going forward,” the letter says.

Addressing potential soil contamination, the letter says that “the applicant has provided confirmation that products removed from an automobile that are toxic and could potentially leach into the soil will be removed by qualified technicians, stored, and disposed of in accordance with applicable federal and provincial regulations.

One of the concerns raised was that the proposed development could negatively affect property value nearby.

“The Town cannot determine the property value of Urban Reserve (UR) lands, however the Municipal Assessor for the Town indicated that this ‘new industrial development is not likely to create a new or additional measurable reduction in value of the UR lands beyond what the existing business industrial environment may have already established.’

“The Municipal Assessor also indicated that ‘for those lands districted Business Industrial there would be no meaningful market impact, as buyers of industrial property generally anticipate a wide range of industrial uses in the area.’”

The impact of increased traffic on 47A St. was another concern brought to the Town, which the Town said will not have a discernable impact on the road infrastructure that cannot be addressed and mitigated by the Town.

“As this development is in a business industrial area, it is anticipated/expected that there could be increased traffic along the service road and 47A St. The Town Engineer reviewed the proposed development, type of traffic, and volume of traffic against the potential impact the business may have on 47A Street.

“The Town Engineer did not have a concern with an increase in traffic volume from the proposed development activities as the road infrastructure is adequate to support any increased traffic volume generated from the business,” the letter says.

To address the concern that the new business could pose a safety hazard from the perspective of first responders, the Town had the Tofield fire chief, Kevin Moos, review the proposed development for potential hazards.

“The fire chief indicated no concerns with the proposed development and did not identify any potential fire hazards. It was determined that Beaver Emergency Services Commission has the capacity and ability to

address any potential emergency response situations,” the letter says.

In regards to security, one of the concerns was that increased traffic may increase crime. The Town determined that the proposed development would not increase security concerns to the surrounding properties beyond what the existing business and residential traffic may have already established.

“Research has indicated that general traffic fluctuations are not recognized as a primary driver of overall crime rates in Canada.

“However, research also suggests that increased traffic, specifically on arterial or highly accessible roads, is generally associated with higher rates of property crime on adjacent properties. 47A Street would not be considered an arterial or highly accessible road.

“A new business located where previous businesses have operated should have no additional impact,” the letter says.

Another concern raised was that the new business could negatively impact the adjacent lands through odours, excessive noise, and visual intrusion.

“The existing industrial businesses have been operated for many years and there are 24/7 operations located in the area. The proposed business is a Monday to Friday, daytime operation. The magnitude and frequency of potential odours and noise on adjacent lands would not be any more than what one would typically expect from a business industrial activity,” the letter says.

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Tofield Satellites played its last home game of the regular season on Saturday, dropping a 9-6 contest to Camrose.

The loss dropped the Satellites record to 5-10-0 but despite that GM Chris Roy said the team looks forward to playoff action after its final game of the year in Westlock.

Playoffs begin Feb. 7 for the senior league.

“We’re sitting in seventh in the standings, but it will come down to our game against Westlock. The winner will be in sixth place,” said Roy.

The general manager is still happy with the team’s support this season, stating that Saturday’s game was “probably our second largest crowd of the season.”

“Kids under 18 were given free admission, which we did in an effort to encourage fan participation. Younger crowds like to get a little rowdy and it brings some excitement to the rink. It was great to see the fans in town come out and support us.”

Six different Satellites scored against Camrose; Carson Pewarchuk (1g 1a), Matthew Langdon (1g 1a), Drew Bish (1g 1a), Conor MacLean (1g 1a), Cody Taylor, and Jaiden Laporte. Assists went to; Mitchell Bushnell (2a), Dawson Bilyk (2a), Ty Yoder, and Landon Schmidt.

The Tofield Satellites played their final home game of the season at the Tofield Arena on Saturday, Jan. 17, but lost to the Camrose Bruins 9-6. Above, leading scorer Ty Yoder from Tofield looks to set up a scoring opportunity

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).

If any players or teams are missing from the report please notify me at kamcjm@gmail.com with the player name, team and website.

Tofield’s Bentley Carson scored a goal in his Strathcona Warriors U16 AA team’s 4-4 tie with Camrose on Saturday.

Davin Codd and Jackson Gates

both got assists and Jacob Bigney was in goal for the Strathcona Bruins 6-5 overtime win over St. Albert on Friday at Tofield Arena.

On Sunday, Davin got a goal and an assist, and Jackson got an assist in their team’s 4-3 loss to Leduc at the Olympiette.

Tofield Satellites (5-10-0) dropped a 9-6 game on Saturday against Camrose Bruins. Six different Satellites scored; Carson Pewarchuk (1g 1a), Matthew Langdon (1g 1a), Drew Bish (1g 1a), Conor MacLean (1g 1a), Cody Taylor, and Jaiden Laporte. Assists went to; Mitchell Bushnell (2a), Dawson Bilyk (2a), Ty Yoder, and Landon Schmidt.

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Send a clear photo of your baby, email to: adsmercury@gmail.com, or send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the TOFIELD MERCURY, Box 150, Tofield, AB. T0B 4J0, or you can also drop it off in person.

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