APRIL 9, 2021

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Town sees increase
in vandalism
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Destruction at the Lions Outdoor

Skating Rink is only one example of in-
creased levels of vandalism throughout
Easter drive thru Strathmore being reported by town ad-
ministration.
Damage to the rink, located at the
Strathmore ag grounds, is extensive,
COVID-19 Update said Mark Pretzlaff, the town’s manag-
in Strathmore & er of recreation and culture. Both sets
Wheatland County of doors and multiple lights and boards
(as of April 6, 2021) have been broken. This damage hap-
pened throughout the season, including
614 Cases several times the locks were cut and the
29 Active | 567 Recovered ice surface impacted when it was closed
18 Deaths for flooding.
The town is still in the process of get-
Wheatland ting estimates on these damages and the
LIQUOR DISCOUNTER timeframe of repairs, said Pretzlaff. For
now, the rink is chained up to prevent
Visit Store for
more items public access to the area, and plywood
on sale.
$18.99 will be placed over the broken boards to
limit access.
Vandalism in town, including graffiti
$18.99 $28.99 and property damage, appears to be in-
602 Westmount Road, Strathmore creasing, said Geoff Person, the town’s
(Beside 7-11 on Highway 1) | 403-934-5551
communication manager. In response to
this trend, municipal enforcement has
increased patrols throughout the com-
munity and is working with partners to
increase education and outreach, added
Person.
Under the town’s park classification
and maintenance policy, buildings are
to be inspected daily for vandalism and
breaches of security during the operat-
ing season. Any problems will then be
reported immediately to the operations
department and communicated to the
maintenance contractor to address the
Look on Pages 2+3 for issue, according to the policy.
Town of Strathmore Vandalism has been noticed through-
Municipal Notices out town. Reports of vandalism made in
Contact Us Today! the recent past also includes destruction
to Strathmore’s Celebration of Lights, Kicking it
403.934.5589 signage at Gray’s Park and the Kinsmen Brock Fargey practices a trick off the ‘two stair’ at the Strathmore Skate Park on March 30. A group
info@strathmoretimes.com
info@strathmoretimes.com Park wheelchair-accessible dock, to of skateboarders from Strathmore High School were enjoying the snow-free park and sun.
name a few instances.
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STRATHMORE LOVES OUR

VOLUNTEERS

THANK YOU
VOLUNTEERS
Happy Volunteer Week April 18-24

THE VALUE OF ONE

THE POWER OF MANY
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Physical Physical
Distancing Distancing

6 feet 2 meters

Town of Strathmore Community Page

COTW Council Meeting: April 14 at 9:00am

For Local COVID-19 Information:

Strathmore.ca/COVID19

Strathmore Municipal Building Drop Box

A new night drop-box is available to receive forms and payments at the
new Strathmore Municipal Building, 1 Parklane Drive. If you have already
dropped off payment at the previous location it will be received however,
that drop-box will soon be removed and we encourage residents to use
the new drop-box.

Volunteer Week is April 18-24

Honour our volunteers by cutting out the volunteer poster in this week’s issue
and posting it up in your business or organization.

United Way Grant Opportunities Available

Does your organization promote healthy families, strong communities,
children or senior programs? Strathmore Family and Community
Support Services (FCSS) is once again accepting local applications for
funding. The application deadline is April 16 at 4:00pm. To request an
application or for more information please email FCSS@strathmore.ca.

Attention Businesses
Our community is part of the Calgary Metro Region Board. The CMRB is
developing a new growth plan for the region and is conducting public feedback
sessions to hear your thoughts.
Don't miss the April 6 Business-focused feedback session, and the April 8
Environment-focused feedback session. RSVP at cmrbgrowthplan.ca/regional-
growth-and-servicing-plan/widgets/70229/key_dates#27921
Summer Camps - Save the Date!
Sign up for our online mailing list to be the first to
know about registration information.
https://forms.strathmore.ca/Summer-Camp-Alerts

Public Hearing for Bylaw 21-13 April 21, 2021 at 7:00pm

The Town of Strathmore is proposing to amend Land Use Bylaw No. 14-11 to include ‘Home Occupation’ as a discretionary use within the R3 – High Density Residential
District and to amend Section 3.15 to include a new regulation that states “Applications for Development Permits for Home Occupations within a Condominium
Development must include a letter of support from the Condominium Board or their Agent.”

Public Hearing Process

A copy of the proposed Bylaws may be inspected by the public during regular office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday at the Town Office (1 Parklane Drive,
Strathmore, AB), or can be found on the Town website (https://strathmore.ca/en/town-hall/public-hearings.aspx). Please contact the Town Office if you would like an
opportunity to review and provide input on the proposed amendments prior to the Public Hearing.
The Public Hearing will be held via ZOOM on Wednesday, April 21, 2021, commencing at 7:00pm with procedures in accordance with the Municipal Government Act,
Section 199 and the Town of Strathmore Council Procedural Bylaw #16-18 and amendments thereto. Any person or group of persons, or person acting on someone’s
behalf, who claims to be affected by any or all the proposed bylaws may present suggestions or concerns by making a submission to the public hearing. Please contact
Debra Heemeryck at dheemeryck@strathmore.ca by 12:00 noon on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 in order to register to present.
Written submissions to the Public Hearing or the name of any person wishing to make an oral presentation at the Public Hearing must be received by the Planning
and Development Department prior to 12:00 noon on Wednesday, April 14, 2021 as outlined in Bylaw #16-18 and amendments thereto. If your written submission is
not received by this time, please provide fifteen (15) copies for distribution at the Public Hearing. Each person wishing to address Council at the Public Hearing shall
complete their verbal presentation within three minutes.
Please note that written submissions will become public documents once submitted to the Town, unless otherwise requested.
Please contact Planning and Development at (403) 934 3133 prior to attending a Public Hearing to determine the order of Bylaw presentations in the Council Agenda
to ensure efficient use of your time.

PO Box 2280, 1 Parklane Dr., Strathmore AB, T1P 1K2 . 403 934 3133 . For News Updates Visit Strathmore.ca
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Warnings about graphene face masks haled particles could cause early lung
toxicity in animals. But the risk of in-
haling graphene particles from face
SEAN FEAGAN Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, many different masks and the health risks related to
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter masks have appeared on the market because of face cov- this is not yet known. The amount and
ering laws and recommendations. A new type of mask is duration of exposure and type and
Health Canada has advised Canadians not to use face those containing graphene, a new nanomaterial (materials characteristics of the graphene materi-
masks containing graphene, saying these products pose a made of tiny particles), which have been advertised as hav- al used all affect the chance of inhaling
safety risk. ing antiviral or antibacterial properties. particles and associated health risks.
But using these products could result in the inhalation Health Canada is requesting data
BBB SERVING SOUTHERN ALBERTA AND EAST KOOTENAY PRESENTS
of graphene products, which could result in health issues, from mask manufacturers to assess the
BBB Risk Report:
Adults 18-24 were highest scam risk in 2020 Pass the Salt
according to an April 2 advisory by Health Canada.
Health Canada has reviewed research showing that in-
potential health risks of their masks
containing graphene.
Until Health Canada conducts an as-
NEW THINGS healing miracles. At one point, sessment to determine the safety and
Jesus needed a break and effectiveness of graphene-containing
Throughout the biblical ordered his disciples to get facemasks, it is removing them from
story, God calls the people in the boat and they would all the market. It has directed all known
to ‘new things. Back when cross over to the other side of distributors, importers and manufac-
the Israelites were slaves the lake. A terrible storm blew turers to stop selling and recall these
in Egypt, their masters were in and threatened to swamp products, and has contacted provinces
Online purchase scams become riskiest scam in the wake of COVID-19
making life exceedingly the boat. Jesus slept. The and territories to advise them to stop
Adults ages 18–24 reported the highest median losses ($150) and the highest likelihood of
loss (56.6%) to BBB Scam TrackerSM in 2020, according to the Better Business Bureau difficult. The Egyptians feared disciples woke him, pleading, distributing them.
(BBB). Previously, older age groups consistently lost higher median dollar amounts to
their numbers, so increased “Save us! We are going to People should avoid face masks
scammers year over year, even while young adults tended to lose money more often. This
year, the financial loss reported by those 18-24 was equal to that of adults 65+. Online the work quota’s and began a drown!” Jesus reprimanded labelled to contain graphene or bio-
scams rise during COVID-19 pandemic: 2020 BBB Scam Tracker Risk Report
program of eliminating infant them for not trusting in God’s mass graphene, according to the advis-
(BBB.org/RiskReport), focuses on the impact of scams in the wake of the pandemic and
the demographic groups most at risk. males. The Israelites prayed to provision. God had called ory. Anyone who has used graphene
God, and God put into motion them to follow, to leave the life face masks and has health concerns,
More scams were perpetrated online and yielded the highest likelihood of financial loss in
Damage at the Lions Outdoor Skating Rink, including broken doors, lights such as new or unexplained short-
2020. This is likely connected to consumer habit shifts since the start of the COVID-19 their means of escape. They they had been living, and they
and boards, are part of an increase in vandalism reported throughout town.
pandemic; in a survey of over 5,000 individuals that reported scams to BBB Scam
landed in the desert and spent needed to trust, even when the ness of breath, discomfort or difficulty
TrackerSM (BBB.org/ScamTracker) in 2020, 43.1% said they spent more time online due to
the pandemic, and 57.1% said they purchased more online because of the pandemic. the next 40 years wandering going was rough. Sean Feagan Photo breathing, should consult their health
“Scammers go where they feel they can best take advantage of people,” said Melissa
Lanning Trumpower, executive director of the BBB Institute for Marketplace Trust, BBB’s
Vandalism increases
in foreign lands. Were they
happy? Change is difficult.
Everyone’s life, the world over,
has changed, some more than
care providers. Adverse events or com-
plaints regarding graphene face masks
educational foundation, which produced the report. “Not surprisingly, scams perpetrated
Some thought
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online through websites and social media apps were the riskiest contact methods for all
age groups in 2020 – including both young adults as well as older adults.” better to remain slaves with a changes, as are all of us. What
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cop@gmail.com. in the thickgraffiti or vandalism can be report-
Successful ed oftohis
theministry,
town people
operationswere department
Rev. Pamela Scott
at 403-361-2137 or by The provincial government is launch-
crowding around, seeking
email at operations@strathmore.ca. Strathmore United Church ing public consultation on changes to
people realize its coal policy, including a new public
that making survey.
The provincial government an-
some people STRATHMORE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH
50 Maplewood Drive • 403-934-2225
HOPE COMMUNITY
COVENANT CHURCH nounced it was rescinding the 1976
unhappy is Senior Pastor: Rev. Les Fischer 245 Brent Blvd, Strathmore • 403-934-2424 Coal Policy last spring. But this led
Youth Pastor: Rev. Kyle Lomenda Pastor: Heidi Wiebe
just part of the All services and gatherings are Weekly online services available to opposition from many residents
cancelled until further notice. www.hope-community.ca and stakeholders, including a legal
deal - and they www.strathmorefullgospel.com challenge by Siksika Nation, as the
keep on going. BOW RIVER ALLIANCE CHURCH change would open more of the East-
STRATHMORE SEVENTH-DAY 105 Main St. Carseland
403-991-6143
ern Slopes of the Rocky Mountains
ADVENTIST CHURCH
Pastor: Kevin Enns to coal exploration and development.
Meeting in the Lutheran Church
112 Lakeside Blvd. 1-888-506-1066 ext. 101 office@bowriveralliance.com The government then announced on
Pastor: Donald Wright Broadcasting services on Feb. 8 it was reinstating the policy and
Services held every Saturday church Facebook page. is now looking to develop a “modern
Sabbath School: 10 AM www.bowriveralliance.com
coal policy.”
Worship Service: 11 AM
www.strathmoreadventist.ca SACRED HEART CATHOLIC The independent Coal Policy Com-
donald816@hotmail.com Holy Cross Collegiate School Gym mittee has been appointed to lead an
709B - 2nd Street, Strathmore engagement process and inform the
403-934-2641
RCCG PECULIAR PEOPLE ASSEMBLY creation of this new coal policy. Mem-
Pastor: Fr. Tomy Manjaly
(1 PET. 2:9)
Masses: bers include Albertans from different
322 A 2nd Avenue, Strathmore backgrounds and perspectives. Ron
Saturday 5 pm | Sunday 9 am & 11 am
403-714-2283
Pastor: Sunday Adeola www.sacredhc.ca Wallace, an expert on regulatory poli-
Will be offering online services cies related to environmental assess-
ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS ANGLICAN
until further notice. 103 - 227 3rd Ave. • 587-727-0649 ment and monitoring, is chairing the
www.rccgstrathmore.com strathmoreanglican@gmail.com committee. He is a permanent mem-
Rev. Malcolm Kern ber of the National Energy Board and
STRATHMORE UNITED Sunday worship online at has served on other regulatory boards
Wheatland Trail & 3rd Avenue facebook.com/strathmoreanglican
403-934-3025 “Becoming fully alive in Jesus Christ”
dealing with energy and environment-
Rev. Pamela Scott al issues.
In-person services and gatherings are LORD OF ALL (NALC) LUTHERAN Other members include Fred Brad-
cancelled until further notice. 112 Lakeside Blvd. • 403-934-2374 ley, a former Conservative Alberta
Online services available at Pastor: Dawn Nelson environment minister under Premier
www.smoreuc.com All worship services and gatherings are
The office will be open part time. closed until further notice.
Peter Lougheed; Natalie Charlton,
The office will be open part time. Hinton and District Chamber of Com-
HARVEST HEALING CENTRE CHURCH Join us in Praising our Lord, Jesus Christ! merce executive director; Bill Trafford,
102 Canal Gardens Livingstone Landowners’ Group presi-
403-901-0893 / 403-880-3171 STRATHMORE ALLIANCE dent; and Eric North Peigan, business

YOUR AD COULD
Pastor: Elizabeth Karp 325 1 Ave • 403-934-3543
Corner of 1 Ave & Wheatland Trail owner and Piikani Nation member.
Pastor: Dave Mackie
Worship Sundays 10:30 am Lead Pastor: Mike Wiebe Albertans are invited to share their
Youth Tuesdays 7 pm Associate Pastor: John Duerksen thoughts in a survey to help inform

BE HERE!
Come Join us for a spirit-filled time Sundays 10 am their engagement process. This survey,
of worship Joine in person or online
www.strathmorealliance.com
open until April 19, is available online
at alberta.ca/coal-policy-engagement.
aspx.

CALL 403-934-5589
At the end of the engagement pro-
The Church of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints cess, the committee will provide a
60 Maplewood Drive | Bishop Justin Hansen | jbhansen2@gmail.com report to the provincial minister of
403-983-2746 | LDS.org | Worship Service Sundays 10 a.m. energy.
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New Marigold headquarters taking shape

SEAN FEAGAN CEO. At that point, Marigold person-
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter nel will be allowed to enter the build-
ing in advance of the official move-in.
The new shared headquarters of Moving in, which is expected to start in
Marigold Library System and Western late September, should take around a
Irrigation District (WID) is on track to month. But they will proceed carefully.
be completed by the end of the sum- “We want to be really careful, be-
mer. cause COVID has had its impacts on so
Marigold provides the materials, IT many industries, and the supply chain
infrastructure and other products to can be disrupted,” said Toombs.
37 libraries in Alberta, including the Once moved over to the new build-
Strathmore Municipal Library. But ing, Marigold will look to sell its cur-
these two organizations are separate rent building through a commercial
and will continue to be based in differ- real estate agent.
ent locations. The new headquarters will better suit
A groundbreaking ceremony for the Marigold’s needs, said Toombs. The or-
new Marigold-WID headquarters, lo- ganization has worked from its present
cated northwest of the intersection of headquarters for around 40 years, but
Orchard Park Rd. and Pine Rd., was now serves a larger population, and
held in September 2020. Construction thus requires more space. There is also The 100-seat shared board room at the Marigold-shared headquarters, currently under consturction.
is still underway, but the building is now a much greater reliance on IT sys- Photo Courtesy of Marigold Library System
now encased and its windows have tems, requiring supporting infrastruc-
been installed, with construction crews ture, such as servers. Resource sharing, ing since the start of the design pro- building. Through this site, organiza-
now working on its interior. which allows the 320 libraries in the cess was offering this space for use to tions may someday be able to book the
The Strathmore library, meanwhile, province to share materials, also adds other organizations or groups in town community room for their use.
is staying put in the Lambert Centre at a lot of complexity, explained Toombs. or from Siksika Nation. “Our organizations are well connect-
85 Lakeside Blvd. The new building has a shared meet- A website (marigoldwidcommunity. ed in the community, but we want to
It is expected the new Marigold-WID ing space for up to 100 people. One ca) has been developed to showcase become even better connected,” said
headquarters building will reach “sub- of the Marigold’s visions for the build- the progression of the headquarters Toombs.
stantial completion” by August 2021,
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UNRESERVED AUCTION
LOUIS CLEVELAND ESTATE FARM SALE
I N D U S , A L B E R TA - A P R I L 1 4 , 2 0 2 1

A Legacy of Love for Agriculture Left Behind

By Adam McLane
Premier Auctions

Louis Cleveland took over the family farm after the passing of his “He also loved socializing and throughout his life was fortunate to get
father Allan who chose to homestead in the Dalemead area in the to know so many different people”, says Kerri, “But work always came
early 1920s, just after the conclusion of World War I and the Spanish first for him, that was really important.”
flu pandemic. “In those times, many people felt the call of the west”,
says Louis’ wife Marilyn, whose family also settled in the area around Louis’ family is glad to see his equipment go to auction and continue
the same time and was married to Louis for 59 years. to have purpose and help other people who have a passion for agri-
culture reach their goals.
Louis, who was born on the farm near Dalemead, was just 23 years old
when he took over the operation. What followed was a life full of love The auction will be conducted by Premier Auctions and will be in a
for everything agriculture. In the subsequent years, Louis, a dual timed-online format, opening up for bidding April 7 and closing on
American and Canadian citizen, would oversee several different April 14, 2021. “The quality of the equipment in this sale speaks to the
farming operations in both Alberta and Colorado. “At the peak of the level of commitment Louis had to farming and agriculture”, says Cody
operation he had about 4000 acres”, says Louis’ son Keith, “While he Hayes, President of Premier Auctions, “We’re proud to be a part of this
dealt in grain, chickens and pigs, his main focus was grain and cattle, sale and help the family move forward.”
and at one time had a herd upwards of 450 cows, as well as a feedlot
operation.” Viewing will follow all Covid-19 protocols and will be permitted for
those who would like to see the items in person prior to placing a bid.
No stranger to hard work, Louis seemed to thrive in difficult times. Viewing will take place April 12 & 13, 10:00 am to 5:00 pm near Indus.
“He worked extremely hard his whole life, though especially hard in In order to bid, you will need to register with the auction company by
those early days”, says Louis‘ daughter Kerri. visiting their website: www.premierauctions.ca.

premierauctions.ca
403-669-1109
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Strathmore RCMP are reminding

residents to Lock-It or Lost-It
following several thefts from vehicles.
Saying No To Racism - Locking your vehicle doors is a
One of the new billboard signs for Strathmore’s
“I Say No To Racism” anti-racism campaign. The
quick and simple way to help
signs were funded through a grant from Cana- prevent this crime.
dian Heritage, a department of the federal gov- - Hide loose change inside the vehicle
ernment. Sean Feagan Photo where it can’t easily be seen and take
all items of any value with you when

Standard
MLA Leela Aheer hosted a
leaving your car.
‘COVID friendly’ Easter Egg
Drive Thru at the Strathmore - Never leave your vehicle running

Community Ag Grounds on April 3 with unattended.

the help of some volunteer
‘bunnies’ who gave out loot Strathmore RCMP ask residents to help
Chest ceases bags in celebration of the
holiday. Sean Feagan Photos
do their part by ensuring their property
is properly locked.
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
HARVEY & SANDY WALKER 1-800-222-TIPS
After 65 years, the Standard Commu- VULCAN, ALBERTA
nity Chest is closing for good. (1-800-222-8477)
The Standard Community Chest start- UNRESERVED FARM, ONLINE
AUCTION YOUR AD
ed in 1955 as a community effort to
requisition funds for charitable causes.
HAYING & LIVESTOCK
Since then, the charity has held annu- EQUIPMENT DISPERSAL
al donation drives in the village. Each
year, the collected funds were donated SATURDAY, APRIL 17, 2021 COULD BE HERE!
to charities, as chosen by the group’s Selling: 1999 JD 8200 MFWD, 1985 JD 555A CrAWler, 1991 CASe 4890, 2009 Stirling
directors or as specified by donors. tAnDeM Axle SilAge truCk, 2000 Stirling S/A SilAge FeeD truCk, Vortex r2000
BAle king ProCeSSor, nH 688 rounD BAler, 25′ HeSton 8100 SP SWAtHer,
Contact Rose 403-934-5589
In March, the Standard Community
Chest directors announced this year’s 14′ HeSton HAy HeADer, 2008 JD 375 SkiDSteer, 2012 ForD F350 SuPer Duty, rose@strathmoretimes.com
2011 ForD eSCAPe SuV, FrigStAD 10′ yArD SCrAPer, 8″x60′ WeStFielD Pto grAin
campaign and all future campaigns Auger, 10,000# DigitAl SCAle, 2016 25′ DurAlite AluM StoCk trAiler, eStiMAteD
would be cancelled. They decided to 500 ton +/- 2 yeAr olD oAt & BArley SilAge, WHeAtlAnD 1300 Bu HoPPer
stop because the organization’s role of BottoM Bin, 3 APProx 300 Bu HoPPer BottoM BinS, PLUS SO MUCH MORE!
YOUR WEEKLY
collecting donations has been replaced View Full Listing with Catalogue at www.mcinenly.com HEALTH ADVICE
by other means, explained Twila McK-
Frank McIne
WE ACCEPT INTERACT,
innon, president. Bidding Opens April 17 VISA & MASTERCARD Gord Morck Pharmacist

“Over the last few years, we’ve de-

& Closes April 20
Owner: Harvey & Sandy Walker
nly Auctions Capsule Comments
cided we’ve kind of been outgrown by “Selling is our bus
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403-485-8071 or 403-485-6615 our only business” T0L 2B0 Can art reduce stress? Front-line health
progress – times have changed,” she Directions For Viewing & Pickup: From Vulcan Go 8 Kms workers in Amsterdam have been treated to
said, adding it is now easier for people (5 Mi) West on Hwy 534 to 253029 Hwy 534
For more information phone 403-485-2440 works of art in the hospital lobby. The Ri-
to donate to their charity of choice. Be- jksmuseum has made a life-sized reproduc-
cause people can make donations di- tion of Rembrandt’s masterpiece The Night

Put a
rectly to organizations by mail, the in- Watch. This painting is being used as a way
ternet, or through sponsorship or other to boost morale of staff and patients alike.
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safety and defence of the public. The paint-

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SALE OF LANDS BY TENDER

The following lands are being offered by The Bank of Nova Scotia Trust Company in its capacity as Personal Representative of the Estate
of Lambertus Peter John van Oirschot (the “Vendor”) for sale by tender subject to the restrictions in the existing Certificate of Title,
namely:
Parcel #1
Municipality: County of Newell, AB
Legal Description: Plan 1211906, Block 1
Land Area: 5.68 Acres
Land Use Designation: A – Agricultural
Soil Class: Class 2
Improvements: Single-family dwelling and farm buildings. Rural home is 2340 sq ft with double attached garage, 4 bedrooms,
2 ½ baths, hardwood, marble counters and a two-way gas furnace.
Farm Buildings: 16,500 sq ft gable modular frame building, 2000 sq ft workshop,
1300 sq ft metal-clad barn Gone
Location: Division 10 of the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw Map
Other Features: 1 low-pressure natural gas pipeline, direct municipal road access but not
Parcel #2 forgotten
Municipality: County of Newell, AB Friends and family of
Legal Description: Ptn. NE 19-19-13 W4M Kristian Ayoungman
Land Area: 154.32 Acres gathered on the road-
Land Use Designation: A – Agricultural
side of Highway 817
Soil Class: Class 2
on March 31, near
Improvements: 2016 Valley-made Irrigation Pivot 8000
Location: Division 10 of the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw Map
where he was killed in
Other Features: 1 low-pressure and 5 high-pressure natural gas pipelines, plus 2 oil wells March 2019. They held
prayer, released bal-
Parcel #3 loons and installed a
Municipality: County of Newell, AB sign in his memory.
Legal Description: Ptn. SE 19-19-13 W4M
Sean Feagan Photo
Land Area: 50.00 Acres
Land Use Designation: A – Agricultural
Soil Class: Class 2

Let’s Talk
Improvements: N/A
Location: Division 10 of the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw Map
Other Features: 2 high-pressure natural gas pipelines and 2 oil wells

Heart Math:
Parcel #5
Municipality: County of Newell, AB
Legal Description: Ptn. NE 1-20-14 W4M
Land Area: 153.84 Acres
Land Use Designation: A – Agricultural
Soil Class: 13% Class 2 and 87% Class 4 (contains Clubroot) Strategies for
Improvements: 2003 Valley-made Irrigation Pivot 8000
Hosted by Joanne Simpson Managing Your
Location: Division 8 of the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw Map
Other Features: 1 low-pressure natural gas pipeline and 4 oil wells from AHS over Zoom. Stress
Please join us by phone if in Challenging Times
Parcel #6
Municipality: County of Newell, AB you cannot Zoom.
Legal Description: Ptn. SE 12-20-14 W4M Information will be given
Land Area:
Land Use Designation:
160.00 Acres
A – Agricultural upon registration. FREE EVENT
Soil Class:
Improvements:
75% Class 2 and 25% Class 4 (contains Clubroot)
2003 Valley-made Irrigation Pivot 8000 and 18,000 sq ft hay shed
for those 55+
Tuesday
Location: Division 8 of the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw Map Please register by emailing BTG
Other Features: 3 low-pressure and 3 high-pressure natural gas pipelines at btgalberta@outlook.com
or by calling 403-361-7216
Parcel #7
Municipality:
Legal Description:
County of Newell, AB
SW 7-20-13 W4M
April 13 to receive Zoom link.
If you are already on our
Land Area:
Land Use Designation:
160.00 Acres
A – Agricultural 1 pm BTG mailing list, the Zoom link
will automatically be sent.
Soil Class: 84% Class 2 and 16% Class 4
Improvements: 2003 Valley-made Irrigation Pivot 8000
Location: Division 8 of the County of Newell Land Use Bylaw Map www.bridgingthegapalberta.ca
Other Features: 8 high-pressure natural gas pipelines and 4 oil wells

(collectively, the “Parcels” and individually, a “Parcel”) Bridging Growing Families Society
the Gap Addictions and
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Identity Standards
Health for East Rural Counties

Parcels 1, 2, & 3 are located adjacent to each other and together make up 209.9 acres.
Parcels 5, 6 & 7 are located adjacent to each other and together make up 474.84 acres. You may submit tenders for any one or more of the
Parcels.

For further details, interested parties may contact the law firm below. Prospective tenderers are not entitled to inspect the Parcels and
must not disturb the occupants of the Parcels.
Version 1 - July 28, 2009
Updated versions will be posted to AHS staff intranets

No offers will be considered from any employee, officer, director of the Bank of Nova Scotia Trust Company or any affiliate thereof, nor a
member of such person’s immediate family, or person acting on behalf of any such person(s).

Pursuant to the Order of Justice D. Miller granted December 7, 2020, no

(a) individual related to a beneficiary of the Estate (a “Beneficiary”) by blood or marriage within 4 degrees of consanguinity
(a “Relative”);
(b) individual who is a spouse, common law partner or adult interdependent partner of any Beneficiary;
(c) corporation, partnership, limited partnership, trust or other entity owned in whole or in part, directly or indirectly, by a Beneficiary
or their Relative (other than publicly traded entities which such Beneficiary is not an officer or director of); or
(d) agent, trustee, or similar representative of a Beneficiary or their Relative may make an offer on or obtain ownership of any of
the Parcels.

Offers in sealed envelopes referencing File 108,199-001, accompanied by your address for notification and a certified cheque or bank
draft payable to “Bishop McKenzie LLP in trust” for the amount of the deposit (or first deposit if there is more than one deposit) must be
submitted to Bishop McKenzie LLP, 2200, 555 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta no later than 4:00 p.m. on April 19, 2021 (the “Submission
Deadline”). The offer must identify, at minimum, the Parcel or Parcels that are being offered on, the proposed purchase price, the amount
of the deposit(s), the closing date, the date by which the offer must be accepted, and the name and address of the offeror.
The Vendor reserves the right to make it a term of its acceptance of any offer that the offer being accepted be re-submitted on a form of
offer acceptable to the Vendor.

Any offers received after the Submission Deadline will not be considered but the Vendor reserves the right to accept an offer that does
not fully comply with the other conditions of this notice. All offers must be open for acceptance for at least 10 business days. The deposits
for all unaccepted offers will be returned to the offerors submitting them.

The Vendor will pay a commission of 2.0% of the Purchase Price to any realtor who submits an offer on behalf of their client if such offer is
ultimately accepted.

The successful tenderer(s) shall take the parcel or parcels of the lands they purchase as is where is. All encumbrances will remain
registered against the title. No warranties of any kind are made with respect to the mortgaged lands, any buildings or structures upon
them or any of the information provided above. The information provided to prospective offerors is based upon the best information that
the Vendor has and is not warranted to be correct or accurate. The Vendor reserves the right to reject any or all tenders, even the highest
one submitted, without being required to provide a reason.

Interested parties are asked not to trespass on either the lands for sale by tender or any neighboring lands.

For further particulars contact Bishop & McKenzie LLP, Barristers & Solicitors, 2200, 555 – 4th Avenue SW, Calgary, Alberta,
Attention: Francis N. J. Taman, phone: 403-237-5550 or email: ftaman@bmllp.ca, referencing file number 108,199-001.
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Learning about past

abuse via ‘Clare’s Law’
SEAN FEAGAN The law is only as good as recording practices,
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter she noted. Many domestic violence-related charges
are often resolved without criminal convictions,
A new law allowing people to check if their part- through such things as peace bonds.
ner has a history of domestic violence has come “If somebody has had two or three peace bonds
into effect in Alberta. and those are not going to show up, that will not
The Disclosure to Protect Against Domestic Vio- be helpful,” said McGinnis.
lence (Clare’s Law) Act, passed in October 2019, Another issue is that the subject’s record will be
came into effect on April 1. This law allows any vetted and only the “need to know” information
Albertan who feels they are at risk of domestic will be released. There is no legal definition in the
violence to apply for a disclosure from police to Criminal Code of Canada for domestic violence;
learn if their current or former domestic partner instead, abusers are charged with forms of assault.
has committed domestic violence, without their That means there will be discretion at the bureau-
partner knowing about the request. cratic level as to what is included in the domestic
Clare’s Law – named after a person in the United violence history, she explained. This could lead to
Kingdom killed by an ex-boyfriend with a history inconsistency across Canada, or even throughout
of domestic violence – is intended to allow Alber- the province.
tans to make more informed decisions about the Also, once a person initiates a request for infor-
safety of their intimate relationships. The hope is mation, it appears police will also check on the
by knowing more information about their partners, person who has made the request, she said. This
they will be better equipped to avoid abusers. could potentially invite children’s services and oth-
Alberta has the fourth highest rate of police-re- ers into the victim’s life. “That might inhibit some-
ported domestic violence in Canada. There were body’s willingness to reach out and try to get that
204 deaths in Alberta due to domestic and family information.”
violence between 2008 and 2019 – and about half Indigenous women, who are at an increased risk
of all women domestic violence homicides were of experiencing domestic violence, including be-
committed by someone with a prior conviction. ing murdered by their intimate partner, may be
This new law also lets police be proactive in pre- less likely to reach out to access information be-
venting domestic violence, as they can now dis- cause of concerns about systemic racism in po-
close information to people at risk. Such “right to licing, said McGinnis. Racialized, newcomer or
know” disclosures may only be made so a person transgender women may also be apprehensive to
can make informed choices about their personal contact police, she added.
safety. “We’re working very hard to have a collaborative
The RCMP can now participate in the new law, working relationship with local police, so I am not
according to a March 31 release by Public Safety suggesting that’s going to be an issue we’re going
Canada. The federal government and the RCMP to have here, but it is something we need to be
took steps, including amendments to the RCMP mindful of,” she said.
Regulations, 2014, to ensure participation in the Despite these challenges, Wheatland Crisis Soci-
law while respecting the RCMP’s obligations under ety has applied to be one of the referral resources
the federal Privacy Act. to support Clare’s Law response in the community.
Someone may also apply for a disclosure on be- McGinnis said the society is still waiting on the
half of someone else if they have their consent, or details and training, but they will likely have 48
if they are a legal guardian or have legal authority hours to take in a referral and then support them
of that person, such as a parent of a minor. to navigate the Clare’s Law process.
Clare’s Law has some restrictions, as released “We will make sure it’s more than just receiving
information cannot be shared and must be kept information, but there’s also a plan behind it,” she
confidential. However, disclosures are allowed un- said.
der the Freedom of Information and Protection of Clare’s Law is just one tool in a large toolbox of
Privacy (FOIP) Act. avoiding abuse. “It is vital that those experiencing
Expanding access to information that may or at risk of experiencing violence reach out for
support domestic violence is an important step, support,” said McGinnis.
but access to information alone is not necessar- Wheatland Crisis Society offers programs avail-
ily enough to stop abuse, said Wanda McGinnis, able to support people at risk, including trained
Wheatland Crisis Society CEO. Other factors are staff able to support risk assessment and safety
understanding the “dynamics of coercive control” planning. Anyone concerned about their safety in
and identifying warning signs of abuse, she said, their relationship may call the Strathmore Shelter
adding there are some challenges with the law. at 403-934-6634 for support.

Town seeking new CAO

SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter viewed several proposals by talent recruitment
firms to help steer the process. During a special
The Town of Strathmore has begun a search for a meeting of town council held on March 29, council
new, permanent chief administrative officer (CAO). directed administration to hire Boyden Canada, a
The search for candidates is expected to take leadership and talent advisory firm, to help find
about three months and will cost $45,000. candidates for the position.
Doug Lagore has served as town CAO since Feb- The contract with Boyden will cost the town
ruary 2021, when previous CAO James Thackery $45,000. These funds were already included in the
stopped working in the position. town’s 2021 budget.

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www. StrathmoreTimes.com “Application: Construction Coordinator – Solar” to:

administration@elementalenergy.ca
by no later than 5:00pm MT on Friday April 16, 2021
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TIMES
CLASSIFIEDS PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY
NOTICES RENTALS RENTALS FURNACE & DUCT CLEANING PLUMBING & HEATING
CHINOOK III. 1 bdrm or 2

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Ryan Mack VINYL DECKING FREEESTIMATES
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April 21, 2021 at 11 am rrmack@yahoo.com
Bill Evans 403-901-8875 bill@alldeckedoutab.ca
ROOFING
Wes Breault 403-999-7097 wes@alldeckedoutab.ca
by Wild Rose Auction Services Ltd
in Wheatland County AB for
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Four Amigos RV and Mini Storage.
Motorhome (vin 97212ENB9HW006724,
1*GBKP37W3H3308648),
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
debtor Ellen Walker 33 years roofing exp
Boat & trailer (vins AB12661780, Licensed & Insured
205175D14ST.G) and contents of
unit Z 5/6, debtor Akram Haddad 403-590-2440
Residential - Commercial - Industrial Gates kellysroofing.ca
kellysroofingltd@gmail.com

Mechanical
FOR SALE LAND FOR SALE Farm & Yard - Bucket Truck Service
INTEGRITY POST FRAME VERY INEXPENSIVE 2 QUAR-
Master Electricians
BUILDINGS since 2008 TERS OF PASTURE LAND,
UPHOLSTERY
BUILT WITH CONCRETE
POSTS.   Barns, Shops, Rid-
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good quarters may be avail-
Phone: 403-934-7188 3”LICENCED HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
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ing Arenas, Machine Sheds able. Requires fencing. Great Email: jpjesco@efirehose.net Ace Custom Sewing.com
Specializing in:
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hunting $74,900. Call Doug
at 306-716-2671.
www.jescoelectrical.ca • Tractor & Combine Repairs Repair, Build & Upholstery
7678  www.integritybuilt. Serving Southern Alberta Since 1999 Strathmore AB
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• Acreage Equipment
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• Lawn & Garden • Furniture
• R.V. Interiors
McNeill’s Inc. From “General Maintenance” • Golf Cart, Bike, ATV,

WANTED ELECTRICAL
CONTRACTING
to “Major Overhauls”
Shop located 10 minutes east of Strathmore
Snowmobile Seats & Boat Interiors
• Equipment and Vehicle Fronts
DEAD OR ALIVE Murray For more information
COMMERCIAL 403-540-8264 403-934-2675
Call Debi 403-901-0342

Canadian Prairie Pickers RESIDENTIAL or Text 403-324-7710

Proudly Serving Wheatland County and Area Since 1988
Dennis McNeill
are once again touring the area! - Master Electrician
WATER WELL DRILLING
Paying Cash For Coin Collections,
403-934-7249
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Strathmore, Alberta
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3.75” wide version
Silver & Gold Coins,
Royal Can. Mint Sets. WATER PROBLEMS!
Also Buying Gold Jewelry WE CAN HELP!
$
$ $ We purchase rolls, bags
or boxes of silver coins $
$ $ Iron Filtration Services | Water Softeners
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PAYING HIGHEST PRICES

To arrange a free, discrete in-home visit
call Kellie at 1-778-257-8647 403-934-4271
Bonded since 1967
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Upcoming Meetings In adherence with Alberta Health Services’

Until further notice, Council and committee meetings will be held recommendations, front office staff will limit the number
via teleconference, including: of visitors in the front lobby of the administration office to
April 13: Special Council Meeting at 8:30 a.m. upkeep the health and safety of everyone in the building.
April 13: MPC Meeting Office hours will remain the same, Monday to Friday,
from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., with the exception of statutory
holidays. The Public Works and ASB shops will remain
To join the call, dial 403-917-1764 and enter the PIN 47001 when closed to the public for the foreseeable future.
prompted. Agenda packages can be found on our website.

COVID-19

HELP SLOW THE SPREAD

Here’s how you can help slow the spread of COVID-19:
As of March 8, 2021
☑ Avoid touching your face ☑ Cover coughs and sneezes
☑ Self isolate if feeling sick ☑ Practice physical distancing
☑ Properly wash hands often ☑ Disinfect frequently touched
items and surfaces
Latest updates at alberta.ca/COVID19

https://wheatlandcounty.ca/news/

Careers with Wheatland County

Available seasonal opportunities include:
• FINANCIAL ANALYST
Closes April 16, 2021

For more information, visit wheatlandcounty.ca/careers/

Wheatland County is in a full FIRE BAN

effective April 1, 2021.
This ban represents an extreme fire risk. Permit burning
in the County is banned. All outstanding permits are
A special meeting of Council will take place on April suspended until further notice.
13, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. in Wheatland County Council
Visit our website for a full list of what activities are
Chambers for the purpose of passing the
prohibited: https://wheatlandcounty.ca/firebans/
Property Tax Bylaw 2021-08.

To join the call, please call 403-917-1764 and when

prompted, dial the pin 47001.

Wheatland County is Now Accepting

Applications for Dust Control
Calcium Chloride
Deadlines: - May 7, 2021, for late-May application*
(orders received after May 7th will be
completed in June)
- June 11, 2021 for late-June application*

Oiling
Deadline: - Order Deadline is July 9, 2021
(Oiling begins late-July)

*Applications of dust control are weather permitting.

Prices, application forms, and additional information can be found

at https://wheatlandcounty.ca/documents/dustcontrol/

Address: 242006 Range Rd 243 Phone: 403-934-3321 Mail: Hwy 1 RR 1, Strathmore, AB, T1P 1J6 Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
www.wheatlandcounty.ca
@wheatlandcounty