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McBride Career
Group closes doors
in Strathmore
MIRIAM OSTERMANN
Times Associated Editor
Showcasing
local artisits For seven years, the McBride Career Group pro-
vided thousands of services and workshops to the
area’s residents.
Page 13 However, following the provincial government’s
decision to not renew their contract, the McBride
Career Group branch in Strathmore is closing its
doors at the end of the month.
Since 2011, the organization has provided over
52,000 individualized services to job seekers,
hosted 11 jobs fairs and administered more than
2,500 workshops in Strathmore.
“All I can say is that we were not awarded this
contract and there will be a new service provid-
Spring REVS er coming out into the community,” said Michelle
a success Fox-Salim, program manager with McBride Career
Group Strathmore. “Judging from the feedback
that we’ve had from the community, obviously the
service is really needed out here. Our hope is that
whoever is the service provider coming out will
provide the same level of service that we’ve been
doing for seven years.”
McBride Career Group was launched in 1989
when the organization began working with un-
employed Albertans. Since then, the services have
587-316-2000 expanded to include employment support, occu-
pational training, career consulting and profes-
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to provide services including professional resumé
preparation, job search approaches, computer
training and employer support services.
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Turning wastewater into assets

Art Deane, president and CEO of Symbiotic Envirotek,
conducted tours of Rosebud’s new algae-based
wastewater treatment plant at the pilot project’s of-
ficial launch on March 5. The patented process uses
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Closing doors
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“They are very pleasant to work with. For

employment related training (it) will defi-
nitely be a hard hit for the town; for people
that need resumé writing, potentially look
for a job and interview skills. That will defi-
nitely affect people.”
According to Samantha Power, press sec-
retary with the minister of community and
social services, the government is obligated
to issue an open request for proposal when
a contract ends. In regards to McBride Ca-
reer Group, she said a number of contracts
were concluded in November and the suc-
cessful proponent will be posted on the Al-
berta Purchasing Connection website once
finalized.
The McBride Career Group offices will
remain open until the end of the month
and staff members are encouraging those
in need of assistance to set up an appoint-
ment. The organization is also planning a
final career fair March 15.
“It’s hard, I’ve been out here pretty much
since day one, so I’ve seen how McBride
has really engrained itself into the commu-
nity,” said Fox-Salim. “I’m hoping that peo-
ple will come in and get the service that
they need and get their resumés done. I
think it’ll be a busy month for sure. Our last
(job fair) was huge, so we’re going to do
one more, we’re going to go out in style.”
While the Strathmore site will be clos-
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Library showcases
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up-and-coming artist
MIRIAM OSTERMANN ist, she’s incorporated floral and land-
Times Associate Editor scape elements into her work. Carmen
Erison, the assistant director of library
When Susie Thursby required sur- services with the Strathmore Municipal
gery on her right shoulder and arm Library, came across an online inquiry
two years ago, she was forced to utilize by Thursby to display her art. A total
her left side. of 26 of the pieces are now hanging
The task wasn’t difficult for the in the library’s gallery space for the
Strathmore local who is considered month of March.
ambidextrous – using her right and left “I think people typically think that

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quickly proved itself her artistic hand. als and that’s not true, especially our
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ists, Thursby never considered herself all levels of art and photography,” said
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and therefore never pursued art as a teur artists. What really inspired me
passion. Yet her predicament in 2016 about her art was how good she is for
meant the mother of four and grand- being only less than two years in this
mother of three turned to canvases and hobby of hers. That struck me as wow Forensic Accounting
acrylic paints to suppress her boredom. we need to showcase her.”
The hobby quickly blossomed into a Thursby has no professional training
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will be INCREASE NOTICE FRANCHISE FEE ON NATURAL LAND
March 21, 2018 Please be advised that the Town GAS BILLINGS FOR RENT
of Strathmore is proposing The Town of Strathmore is proposing to The Town of Strathmore
at 7:00 pm to increase the local access increase the natural gas distribution franchise has approximately 579
fee, which is charged to fee, which it charges ATCO Gas and Pipelines acres of pasture land for
FortisAlberta Inc. (FortisAlberta) Ltd., for the exclusive right to deliver natural rent. In addition, there is an
Committee for the use of municipal lands
for its power lines effective
gas to the residents of the Town of Strathmore adjacent approximately 113
and for use of municipal lands for its natural acres owned by a private
of the Whole July 1, 2018. gas lines. The franchise fee applies to all landowner which can be
Meeting will be The fee is recovered by
customers that receive gas services in the
Town of Strathmore, and is required to be
leased as well.

March 14, 2018 FortisAlberta from its customers

as the local municipal access
billed as a separate charge on gas billings.
The highest tender on the
property may not be accepted
at 7:00 pm fee on electrical billings of all The current franchise fee is set at 17.22%
because other conditions will
customers that receive electric be looked at as well.
for ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. delivery and
service in the Town. The local revenues and will increase to 20.00% effective
access fee will be increased If you are interested in getting
May 1, 2018. For an average residential more information in regards
from $7.79 (13.5%) to $8.88 customer using 120 GJ’s per year, this will
(15.0%) of the delivery charge of to this property, please
result in an annual increase of about $14.32 contact Alan Down at the
FortisAlberta excluding energy from the average paid in 2017. The franchise
related riders. The calculation is Town of Strathmore,
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Please review the “Do Not Fund List” The mandate of this committee
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Does your organization promote: advise on the implementation
The amount of funding that is available to any
one program is up to a maximum of $6,000.00.
of a “Connecting to our Future”
 Healthy Families process, involving the Integrated
Be prepared to come and discuss your
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The committee meets on the third
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Ag society takes home win with final series’ poster

MIRIAM OSTERMANN
Times Associate Editor

The Strathmore and District Agricul-
tural Society finished off their four-
part annual poster series promoting
the Strathmore Stampede and Heritage
Days with a bang, as this year’s poster
won first place honours at the Alberta Strathmore RCMP is
Association of Agricultural Societies. investigating of Mischief that
Not only did the 2018 Strathmore
Stampede and Heritage Days poster took place on February 10th,
win in two categories – events of more The Strathmore & District Agricultural Society (SDAS) received first place honours for the 2018 Strath- 2018, on a Honda Civic in
than 5,000 attendees and an overall more Stampede and Heritage Day poster at the Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies on Feb. Strathmore, AB. The suspects
marketing win Delegates Choice – but 10. The poster won for events of more than 5,000 attendees and ‘Delegates Choice.’ Cara Burne (l-r),
it marked the fourth consecutive year president of SDAS, Debbie Ross, president of Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies, and Herb smashed a window and then
Strathmore has received the two awards McLane, general manager SDAS.
Photo Courtesy of the Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies poured pop inside the vehicle.
in the poster category. If you have any information
It also signaled the end of the four- is expected to differ substantially from said. “I like where we’re going with
part annual series – the Strathmore Ro- the previous works. He added that there what we’re beginning to lay out and so that could solve this crime,
deo and Chuckwagon Advisory Com- would be a greater focus on the rodeo we’ll see how strong we are with this please contact
mittee is already developing the 2019 and chuckwagons, and a greater sense one coming forward. The important
Strathmore Stampede poster to be un- of energy and action. thing is that we use quality ingredients
Strathmore RCMP.
veiled as is done traditionally during While the society is taking a differ- to get a quality result.”
the rodeo and wagon racing event on ent direction with the marketing for The Strathmore Stampede and Heri- File: 2018181997
the August long weekend. the future, McLane said he’s already im- tage Days runs Aug. 3-6 at the Strath-
“It’s nice to know that others take an pressed with the ideas coming forward. more and District Heritage Days Park
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a cowboy, cowgirls, and last year three HEALTH ADVICE
boys. The awards were announced on
Feb. 10.
“The Strathmore & District Ag Society
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“We continue to encourage our ag so- less emphasis on sugar and salt can go a long way
cieties to be innovative and creative in to keeping us healthy. About 52% of Canadians
live with a chronic disease (obesity, diabetes, heart
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helps them recognize their value.” progression.
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future. While the committee is still in including social isolation where people with hearing
discussions, McLane said the project for problems tend to avoid social situations. If you feel
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Kaitlyn Stewart

District competition
KAITLYN STEWART • Hussar 4-H Club: Zandraya Junter, Kali Collett,
Wheatland District 4-H Jason Slemko and Kylie Bishop.
• Rockyford 4-H Club: Jaxon Campbell
The Wheatland 4-H District is hosting its annual • Standard 4-H Club: Lauren Jensen, Kaden
communication event on March 10 at the Strath- Gauthier and Payton Yule.
more Civic Centre starting at 1 p.m. • Strathmore 4-H Multi: Maria Berke, Abbey Ev-
Congratulations to the following members for erett, Abby van Egmond, Brianna Hollingsworth,
placing at their club communication level: Rylee Wastra, Josie Herriot, Kaity Stewart, Kather-
• Arrowwood River Wranglers: Bailey Steiner ine Fitzgerald, and Jonathan Fitzgerald
and Mya Ingraham Meanwhile, the Wheatland District had its an-
• Cheadle 4-H Club: Corbin Thiessen, Landon nual District Curling Funspiel on Feb. 22. It was
Hebbes, Brynn Beekman, Jayce Beekman, Jack a round robin tournament consisting of two ends
Warrack, Maria Kooistra and Grace Heuver – each team worked hard, but also ensured they
• Crowfoot 4-H Club: Madisyn Warder, Liam had fun.
Braniff, Izabelle Vilonyay, Corbin Neal and Layne The 2018 winners are Kaitlyn Stewart, Jason
Neal Slemko, Avalon Strauss and Georgia Hale.

Liberal spending spree continues

MARTIN SHIELDS Many of you are old enough to remember the
Member of Parliament Bow River Riding spiralling debt and credit downgrades Canada suf-
fered under Trudeau and Chretien governments.
The 2018 Budget has been introduced, and the I’m worried the Liberals are setting us on that
Liberal government is continuing its massive, un- path again.
believably irresponsible spending spree. They’re One of the big reasons Conservatives preach fis-
choosing government before people. Ideology cal responsibility is so that we can afford to re-
over evidence. sponsibly administer the many government pro-
The Liberals are now running a deficit that’s grams that Canadians actually value. Think OAS,
three times what they promised in the 2015 elec- GIS, healthcare, etc. When the national debt gets
tion. It’s going to add $450 Billion to the national out of control, the responsible fiscal measures
debt over the next 27 years. we Conservatives are calling for now may not be
I’m going to level with you – I know it’s no enough. The only solution ends up being massive
surprise that as a Conservative MP I oppose this cuts to key programs. The interest we pay on our
Liberal budget. After all, it’s our job as Her Majes- debt alone could cover federal healthcare funding
ty’s Loyal Opposition to pick through government in this country.
legislation and uncover its shortcomings. We need fiscal responsibility now – not when
So I say this not only as an opposition MP, but it’s already too late.
as a Canadian that has worked, raised a family, I’m worried about our nation’s future under Lib-
and paid my taxes: this budget is bad, folks. It’s eral governance. About what we’re leaving for our
real bad. Maybe one of the worst I’ve ever seen – children and grandchildren. So again, I say this
and I’ve seen my fair share. not just as an opposition MP, but as a proud Ca-
When the economy went into crisis in 2008, nadian citizen: this budget is the last straw. We
the Harper Conservative government was prac- need to defeat this government in 2019 and get
ticing fiscal responsibility. In the previous two our country back on track.
years, they had allocated funds in the budget to I can be reached in Ottawa at 613-992-0761 or
pay down the debt. So when the financial disaster martin.shields@parl.gc.ca. My Brooks office can
happened, there was money available for econom- be reached at 403-793-6775 or martin.shields.
ic stimulus spending. c1@parl.gc.ca, and my Strathmore office at 403-
That may not be the case if another crisis hits (if 361-2980 or martin.shields.c1B@parl.gc.ca. Please
NAFTA talks are unsuccessful, for example). The don’t hesitate to contact me about any federal is-
cupboard is bare. sue.

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Town increases natural gas and

electricity franchise fee
MIRIAM OSTERMANN town council approved a franchise fee hike for of revenue from provincially-funded institutions
Times Associate Editor natural gas and electricity to help bolster their for the town, and are paid by all utility consum-
long-term financial planning strategy. ers. All provincial-funded institutional schools
With the future of provincial revenue funding uncertain During the last regular council meeting on Feb. and senior lodges pay no property taxes. Tiede
and to align Strathmore with its surrounding communities, 21, council adjusted the electricity franchise fee also noted there was a decrease on the average
to 15 per cent from 13.5 per cent. The average property taxes from 2014-2017 by $90 per prop-
monthly residential franchise fee was therefore erty, based on a $300,000 assessment. The taxes
increased to $8.88 from $7.79 or the equivalent were reduced to $2,439 in 2017 from $2,529 in

NEWS
to an additional $1.09 per month per household. 2014.
Strathmore Legion Branch #10 Council also modified the natural gas franchise “What happens ultimately is that it all trickles
fee to 20 per cent from 17.22 per cent, or an in- down to the taxpayer and the efforts of this coun-
By Irene Knappe, Secretary / PR / Poppy Chair crease to $8.59 from $7.49. cil to do this long-term planning under Mel’s di-
• Tuesday night, February 27th, at our General Meeting, we approved applications of 11
new members!! Welcome all!
By adopting the increases, the additional funds rection is a new undertaking … in the end it’s
• On Friday, March 9th, we have Jim Baxter for entertainment. Keep in mind that Chef will help to offset an $807,000 shortfall in the going to keep us from facing high tax increases
Pat will also have his weekly buffet dinner. Just think: Great meal followed by great enter- current 2018 budget. The 2018 long-term finan- like our neighbours have faced,” said Councillor
tainment!! cial plan and the 2018 budget included provisions Denise Peterson. “We’ve been able to avoid that
• Saturday, March 10th, Pat Secord – afternoon jam! for adjustments to the natural gas and electricity for many years, before I was on council, and I
• The Legion Executive meeting is on Tuesday, March 13th, at 7 pm. franchise fees. understand this is going to be a $26 a year hit to
• St. Patrick’s Day – Saturday, March 17th. $5 cover charge at the door, or $15 includes
Chef Pat’s dinner!!! Entertainment by Staggered Pints. Green Beer!!! “We have put in small increases over the next residences, but it’s far from being reactive to the
• The LA General meeting is on Tuesday, March 20th, at 7:30 pm. couple years, and because we’re not at a balanced market place where things are so uncertain. Ulti-
• The Legion General meeting is on Tuesday, March 27th, at 7 pm. budget there is a need to increase each of the mately it’s the taxpayers that pay the bill.”
• Fun times!! Luau Karaoke with Christie on March 31st, $20 includes a pig roast!!!! revenue streams; until we get to a point where Councillor Jason Montgomery was also con-
• The Legion is now hosting Drop in Darts every Saturday at 2 pm. If anyone out there we’re putting some money away, we’ll be look- cerned about future rate increases over the next
wishes to play, come on in!!
ing at different options,” said Mel Tiede, director three years and wanted more information on the
• Bingo is every Wednesday night and is open to everyone. We’re getting quite a few play-
ers, for some pretty good pots, but we have room for more!!!! Why not plan on joining us this of corporate services for the Town of Strathmore. formula being used to calculate the increases.
Wednesday, and others that follow, for a quiet evening of Bingo. Don’t forget your dobbers! “The idea was to not cause a burden on the According to administration, the current num-
• Check our information board out front for events, etc. homeowner. We have our (budget) and we try bers received from Fortis Alberta include Airdrie’s
• The Sports Committee is selling tickets now for their Steak and Lobster night on Satur- to work within those parameters that we have. electricity franchise fee rate at 13 per cent, Brooks
day, May 12th, at 6 pm. Steak and lobster: $40. Steak only: $15. Lobster only: $25. Tickets We’ve established this long-term financial plan at 13.63 per cent, Chestermere at 11.5 per cent,
are available at the Legion bar until sold-out. Please, if you are having lobster, don’t forget to
bring your own crackers – you’ll be glad you did!!!
and we’re trying to work within it and do the best High River at 20 per cent, and Cochrane at 15 per
Here’s to all the people who get back up more times than they are knocked down; who
we can and take the high road.” cent. The increase to the electricity franchise fee
give more than they ever expect to receive; who still show love to others even though their The franchise fee is the rent being paid to mu- is expected to equate to $150,000 for the current
heart is broken; who smile through sad times; who light the way for others; who spread nicipalities for power lines and gas lines located year. In regards to natural gas, Airdrie’s rate is at
laughter and joy. Thank you for making the world a better place! on municipal property. 29.6 per cent, Brooks is at 18 per cent, Chester-
MAY WE ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR VETERANS, Last year the electricity fees accumulated mere is at 17 per cent, Cochrane is at 20 per cent
OLD AND NEW GENERATIONS, TO WHOM WE OWE IT ALL. $858,000 in revenue, and $443,800 was collected and High River at 13 per cent.
For further information, please call the Legion at 403.934.5119 in revenue from natural gas. Funds had previous- “There is concern that Municipal Sustainability
ly been used from reserves to balance the current Initiative (funding) is going to change on us and
budget, but Mayor Pat Fule stated that council it will have significant impact on us,” said Strath-
Thought for wants to move away from using reserves and pre- more Chief Administrative Officer James Thack-
pare for the future. ray. “We hope for the best but we know there’s
the Week “I know this is another bitter pill for people to going to be some changes and it’s going to re-
~ swallow, and in essence it helps us to try and stay quire more revenue. We can argue there’s lots of
Do we live in a
veneer world?
away from using reserves,” said Fule during the things we’ll try to advocate with Edmonton and
One in which image regular council meeting. “We have so few revenue Ottawa, but we need to be prepared and that’s
is valued more than streams that we can use, this has to be one of the why we put forward this long-term financial strat-
reality; reputation ones we consider as far as helping us maintain egy.”
more than our budgets and still provide services to people. With the absence of Councillor Lorraine Bauer,
character; and We all will be facing it, but at least it’s a small one council unanimously approved to adjust the fran-
perception more and we’re trying to keep consistent with other chise fee for electricity to 15 per cent and that
than actuality. communities.” the franchise fee for natural gas be adjusted to
Franchise fees and utilities are the only source 20 per cent.
W. Cordeiro

Cemetery to receive overhaul

MIRIAM OSTERMANN have to stop the hemorrhaging. This is one where
Times Associate Editor we can at least provide a cost recovery model and
at least break even or put some money away for
Strathmore town council recently approved the the preservation and operation of the cemetery.”
Strathmore Cemetery Master Plan that will restore Council was approached about the Cemetery
and modernize the Strathmore Cemetery through Master Plan earlier this year during a Committee
upgrades and expansions. of the Whole meeting on Jan. 17. Administration
Council allocated $15,000 in 2017 for the de- asked council for input on the preliminary plan.
velopment of a Cemetery Master Plan. The plan Back then, Councillor Bob Sobol was concerned
is made up of three components: upgrades to the about having a water source or watering plants,
existing cemetery, an expansion to the west and which is now included in the plan, and Councillor
an expansion to the east. All three phases will in- Jason Montgomery raised the notion of costs and
clude column burial walls, traditional burial plots, maintenance.
cremation plots, gardens and reflection areas. Fur- “This looks nice, it looks very expensive,” said
thermore, the existing cemetery renovation will Montgomery on Feb. 21. “I appreciate Mel Tiede’s
include a memorial wall, a wayfinding kiosk, a (director of corporate services) concern about
washroom and water access facilities for watering raising revenues and I’m equally concerned with
plants. controlling costs. So I just want to make sure that
Administration brought the item forward to things are going to work out well.”
council during the Feb. 21 regular council meet- Exp. Services developed the Cemetery Master
ing for approval in order to move ahead with en- Plan for the expansion of the cemetery to the
gineering as was budgeted for this year. According east and west, and for upgrades to the current
to Strathmore’s Chief Administrative Officer James site, its beautification and to add density. Council
Thackray, the project aims to be financially viable. was also informed changes will occur to the cur-
“We want actual full cost recovery because we’re rent fees. However, no information regarding fee
actually losing money,” Thackray said. “It’s a funny changes is yet available.
thing about local government. We’re in the busi- Council adopted the final draft plan of the
ness of services that lose a lot of money and we Strathmore Cemetery Master Plan on Feb. 21.
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Job Posting! Job Posting!

Posting P18-03—Administrative Assistant to the GM Agriculture, Posting P18-02—Parks and Recreational Facilities Coordinator
Community and Protective Services, and Planning and Development Closing Date: March 9, 2018 at 4 p.m.

Closing Date: March 9, 2018 at 4 p.m. The primary function of the Parks and Recreational Facilities Coordinator is to
provide hands-on leadership and guidance in the development and implementation
The primary function of the Administrative Assistant to the GM Agriculture, of policies, bylaws, plans and practices for community enhancement, parks,
Community and Protective Services and Planning and Development is to provide cemeteries and recreational facilities.
administrative services and assistance to the General Manager and to the Planning The Parks and Recreational Facilities Coordinator position reports to the General
and Development department. This position will support the work done by the Manager Community and Protective Services or in his/her absence to the
General Manager Agriculture, Community and Protective Services and Planning and designate. Requirements of the position include a range of professional,
Development staff by completing administrative and clerical tasks focusing on supervisory and administrative responsibilities that require working in a municipal
enhancing customer service, enabling the General Manager and all Planning and government setting.
Development staff to fulfill specialized roles within Wheatland County.
The Parks and Recreational Facilities Coordinator will develop and implement
plans, policies, bylaws and agreements for the creation and maintenance of parks,
About the successful candidate: cemeteries, recreational facilities, amenities and natural areas. The Coordinator
will act as the project manager for upgrades and maintenance of all facilities as
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas: mentioned above.
 High degree of professionalism and effective communication skills
 Ability to take Minutes in a variety of meetings
 Preference will be given to candidates with administrative experience in a About the successful candidate:
planning and development department within an urban or rural municipality
 Diploma in Parks and Recreation Administration
 Known for his/her ability to develop credibility and effective working
 Qualifications in Building or Civil Technology
relationships with employees and external stakeholders
 Project management experience
 Demonstrated ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a
 3 years’ experience
team
 Understanding of applicable legislations and regulatory requirements in Alberta
 Must be able to take initiative and work with little direction to meet deadlines
 Principles, practices, equipment, methods and techniques associated with the
 Understands and follows complex written or oral instructions of a general
development and maintenance of parks, open and natural spaces, trails,
nature to complete assigned tasks
cemeteries and a variety of outdoor recreational facilities; playgrounds etc.
 Ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
 Principles, practices, equipment, methods and techniques associated with
 Basic training in WHMIS, First Aid with CPR
landscape maintenance, care of trees, plants and shrubs, and the treatment of
 Able to maintain confidentiality regarding matters which affect the assigned
plant disease
department and the County as a whole
 Principles, practices, equipment, methods and techniques associated with
facilities maintenance and facilities repairs including electrical, plumbing,
The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:
mechanical and structural systems
 Understanding and appreciation of rural Alberta culture  Requirements to comply with occupational hazards and safety regulations
 Be honest, respectful, and trustworthy associated with parks, open spaces and facilities operations
 Be flexible  Knowledge and proficiency in the use of computer programs including Microsoft
 Demonstrate sound work ethics Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel, Power Point)
 Strong sense of accountability for effective utilization of resources  Demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex projects, both
 Ability to attend and record evening meetings or other events on occasion independently and as part of a team in a deadline orientated environment
 Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and confidentiality
 Valid Class 5 Alberta Drivers Licence
The incumbent would normally attain the required knowledge and skills through
 Excellent interpersonal communication and judgment skills
completion of on-site training. Specific knowledge, experience, and training
 Superior organizational and time management skills
equivalencies will be considered.
 Creative approach to problem solving
The Administrative Assistant to the GM Agriculture, Community and Protective  Excellent decision making skills
Services and Planning and Development works in the Wheatland County  Excellent customer service skills
Administrative Office. Generally the incumbent will work 7.5 hours per day, five  Excellent public consultation and engagement skills
days per week. The incumbent will be considered full time as per Wheatland  Ability to deal with co-workers and the public in a positive, facilitative and
County Policy 6.3.1. Occasional overtime may be required; compensation will be in pleasant manner
the form of time off in lieu as per Policy. Paid vacation will be based upon existing
Wheatland County Policy, subject to revision from time to time. Salary will be in The Parks and Recreational Facilities Coordinator generally works in the Wheatland
line with the current County Employee Salary Grid and based on qualifications and County Administrative Office. Generally the incumbent will work 7.5 hours per day,
experience of incumbent. five days per week. The incumbent will be considered full time as per Wheatland
County Policy 6.3.1. Occasional overtime may be required; compensation for over-
time worked will be in the form of time off in lieu as per Policy. Paid vacation will
Preference will be given to candidates with experience working for a rural be based upon existing Wheatland County Policy, subject to revision from time to
municipality. time. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience of incumbent.
In accordance with Wheatland County’s Personnel Policy, the successful candidate
will be required to submit to a Criminal Records Check, and must be legally entitled
to work for any employer in Canada. Preference will be given to candidates with experience working for a rural
municipality.
In accordance with Wheatland County’s Personnel Policy, the successful candidate
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an will be required to submit to a Criminal Records Check, and must be legally entitled
interview will be contacted. to work for any employer in Canada.

To apply or for a more detailed job description: We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an
Human Resources, Wheatland County interview will be contacted.
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Rosebud Church celebrates Black History Month

LAUREEN F. GUENTHER to Canada. Parson Sneed died of pneu- children. Lonnie Saunders, Rosebud service, two years ago, she said some-
Times Contributor monia in 1915 and Lizzy died in a Church’s guest singer, was their ninth one had asked her if racial prejudice
house fire in 1918. But their eight chil- daughter and 16th child. still exists and if it’s still in the work-
Rosebud Church welcomed guest mu- dren were settled in Canada. “I think it’s important for my history place.
sicians and presented stories of Black Their eldest child, Elvida, born in to be told because my history is as im- “I said yes, and I could have given
history at their church service, Feb. 4, 1903, married David Saunders, whose portant as any other’s history,” Lonnie him accounts from a friend of mine
in honour of Black History Month. family had moved from the United Saunders said. “Black lives certainly who works for (a government agency),”
The Rosebud Chorale opened the ser- States to Canada in 1910 when David matter, and our diversity makes us who Saunders said. “Prejudice will be in this
vice by singing the spiritual-style songs, was 10 years old. David’s father, Wil- we are. We are a loving people who ac- world as long as there is a world. (But)
Glory and Hymn to Freedom. liam, made his living cooking breakfasts cept other cultures simply because we I know many people who would stand
Guests Lonnie Saunders and Bob and suppers for those who worked the are all people, made by the same God.” up on behalf of Black and (aborigi-
Leslie sang solos of I’ve Been Through railroad going north to Fort McMurray. The first time Saunders came to Rose- nal) people without giving it a second
Enough (To Know He’ll Be Enough For Elvida and David Saunders had 17 bud for a Black History Appreciation thought.”
Me) and other spiritual-type songs.
Lonnie Saunders and Rosebud resi-
dent LaVerne Erickson led the congre-
gation in singing call-and-response,
including songs such as Carry Your
Candle and Got Any Rivers You Think
are Uncrossable?
David Snider of Rosebud gave a dra-
matized reading of the story of Mark
Lewis, a Black man whose grandpar-
ents brought their family from the Unit-
ed States to Alberta in the early 1900s,
when it was still part of the Northwest
Territories.
LaVerne Erickson also presented a
brief history of the settlement of Amber
Valley and other predominantly Black
communities in the Athabasca area,
including a mention of Parson Hen-
ry Sneed, who was Lonnie Saunders’
grandfather.
Parson Sneed, born in Texas, had
married Lizzy Jefferson, who was born
in Indian Territory. Parson Sneed was
working on the railroad between Okla-
homa and Ontario, Canada, when he
read in the newspaper that Canada was
giving settlers land. At that time, in the
United States, Black people weren’t
permitted to be landowners, but Can-
ada gave land to settlers, regardless of
their skin colour.
In 1910, Parson Sneed organized his
family and a group of other Black fami-
lies to gather everything they owned
and settle in the new community of
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Retail guidelines released for cannabis stores

SHARON MCLEAY online purchases and the promotion of location. To set up shop, the applicant
Times Contributor responsible sale and consumption of le- must get approval from the municipality
gal cannabis,” said Alain Maisonneuve, regarding land use, zoning and licens-
The Alberta government is set to president and CEO of AGLC. ing.
Active Solutions for Health is move sales of recreational cannabis All applicants’ information will be The shipping/receiving areas must
pleased to announce from street corners to store owners, posted on the AGLC website. The appli- be separate from other businesses and
Deanna Gregory RMT with the guidelines released Feb. 16 as
soon as approval is given from the fed-
cations are subject to consideration for
any objections to the applications and
a secure storage area is expected, com-
plete with security measures such as
is joining our clinic location. eral government. applicants will be notified of the objec- video surveillance, locked product dis-
Officials say they kept public safety tions. They have 14 days to reply to the plays and active alarm systems.
As a Massotherapist our patients will
as their primary focus in establishing objections. The AGLC continues to mon- There are specific requirements for
benefit from her training inclusive
guidelines. itor objections after licensing, and those signage, one of which is to exclude any
of Cupping and Hot stone. She is
excited to use Shockwave Therapy “These regulations focus on keeping objections may affect the stores right to reference to getting high or intoxicated.
to provide the best possible results in our communities safe, while protect- re-license. Only approved cannabis accessories
Rehabilitative Therapy. ing public health and promoting safety Stringent background checks are can be sold and product for sale is pur-
on roads, in workplaces and in public done on owners, shareholders, direc- chased through the AGLC.
spaces. They’ll help keep cannabis out tors and key employees to target pos- Sales can occur between 10 a.m. and
of the hands of youth, while ensuring sible organized crime activities involved 2 a.m., similar to liquor outlets. Those
consumers have access to safe products in sales. Owners of cannabis stores can- selling the product have to register with
Call today no matter where they live,” said Kath- not own any other business, except the the AGLC and complete the SellSafe cer-
leen Ganley, Alberta’s Minister of Justice retail cannabis stores. tification course, which will be available
to Book and Solicitor General. Approval of licensing is expected to in May 2018. All employees require a
with Deanna As of March 6, 2018, people can apply take about 21 days. The AGLC are limit- criminal record check.
403-983-3675 for retail licenses from Alberta Gaming ing companies to 15 licenses. No minors will be allowed in the store
and Liquor Control (AGLC) and must There is a 100-metre buffer zone sep- and employees have the right to check
arating stores from schools and provin- identification for anyone under the age
2nd Ave, Strathmore adhere to their rules and guidelines.
cial health facilities, which municipali- of 25 years. Online sales will be handled
“For more than 20 years, the AGLC has
www.activesolutionsforhealth.com been a regulatory leader in the manage- ties can override according to residents’ through the AGLC.
ment of Alberta’s gaming and liquor in- desires. There is a $3,000 deposit fee, For more information on cannabis
www. StrathmoreTimes.com dustries. We will continue to be a leader
through age verification processes for
with a $700 annual license fee and a
$400 non-refundable fee for each store
sales guidelines check out the AGLC
website (www.aglc.ca).

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our rate payers and general public to coordinate and enhance the administration of
Wheatland County is seeking three resident members to join the Wheatland
Wheatland County Fire, Emergency Management and Peace Officer Services,
County Municipal Planning Commission (MPC). As per Bylaw #: 2017-63,
records management, programs and practices. The Administrative Assistant to Fire,
Wheatland County has changed the structure of its Municipal Planning Commission
Emergency Management and Peace Officer Services position reports to the General
to consist of two Councillors and three resident members. The Commission’s duties
Manager Agriculture, Community and Protective Services or in his/her absence to
are to make decisions on all subdivision applications within the County as well as
the designate.
discretionary use development permit applications. MPC decisions are directed by
federal, provincial and Council-approved statutory and non-statutory documents,
Specific Duties:
including: the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the South Saskatchewan Regional
 Receive and respond to inquiries from the public Plan (SSRP), Regional Growth Management Strategy (RGMS), Municipal
 Monitor annual operating and capital budgets Development Plan (MDP), applicable Area Structure Plans (ASPs), Intermunicipal
 Take minutes at meetings Development Plans (IDPs), and the Land Use Bylaw (LUB).
 Prepare agendas for distribution prior to meetings
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 Ticket payment tracking through JOIN and Report Exec software and development matters.
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 Clerical support and filing specific to fire, emergency and protective services Meetings:
Meetings are held once per month, typically the 2nd or 3rd Tuesday at 9 a.m.
The incumbent would normally attain the required knowledge and skills through The 2018 schedule is available at www.wheatlandcounty.ca.
completion of on-site training. Specific knowledge, experience, and training
equivalencies will be considered. Length of Term:
 One position will be in place until the 2019 Organizational meeting
In accordance with Wheatland County’s Personnel Policy, the successful candidate  Two positions will be in place until the 2020 Organizational meeting
will be required to submit to a Criminal Records Check, and must be legally entitled  Each of the initial members are eligible for re-appointment at the expiry of
to work for any employer in Canada. We thank all applicants for their interest; their respective terms.
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
To apply, or for a more detailed job description (no phone calls, please): Please submit your resume and brief letter explaining why you would like to sit
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Thursday, March 15th
Families lined up to check out the 29 booths that were open for registration Feb. 28 during the spring and summer Registration
Education Volunteer Services (REVS) event at the Strathmore Civic Centre. Tyler Lowey Photos 3:00 p.m.—7:00p.m.

REVS event brings first sign of spring STRATHMORE LIBRARY

TYLER LOWEY children up for the sport. 85 LAKESIDE BLVD
Times Reporter A slight tweak in this year’s event saw a few

The annual spring REVS (registration, educa-

more demonstrations for the kids to try.
The Strathmore Disc Golf Club had a small
Strathmore
tion, volunteer services) event took place Feb. 28 course set up, the Strathmore smashball volley-
with another strong showing. ball camp had a net set up for target practice,
Bring your resume, dress for success and be ready
Historically a smaller event than the one in the and Expressions, the Dance Gallery, put on brief for on the spot interviews.
fall, the crowds were still large despite the fewer shows for the audience.
options of warmer weather activities to choose “It was great to have groups show off what For more information call 403-934-4305
from. they do instead of people having to read about
“There’s always more sports going on in the them,” said Cullen. Program funded through:

winter, with all the hockey, ringette and skating,” Not all groups were looking for registration at
said Tracy Cullen, Town of Strathmore adminis- REVS. For some, it was a great chance to educate
trative assistant. “There’s usually about 20 more a new crowd about a program they aren’t that
groups at the fall event compared to the spring familiar with.
one.” “We talked to a lot of people but didn’t get a lot
The twice-yearly event was featuring groups of registration. For us, it was a way to fill them in
for the upcoming spring and summer season as about what we do, invite them out to our open
29 booths were open for business. house and hopefully get some registration then,”
“The biggest reason we like the REVS is that said Becky Skuter with Humble Horse Ranch.
people can come out and see everything Strath- She added that they had to cancel their open
more has to offer in one place. It’s about getting
out there and seeing everything that our town
house last weekend due to the winter storm, but
that it has been rescheduled to March 10 starting
Wheatland County Annual
has to offer,” said Laurie Stephens, administra- at 11:30 a.m. and running until 3:30 p.m.
tor with the Strathmore Minor Soccer Federation
(SMSF).
For families that missed out on this spring’s
REVS event, contact information for all 29 groups
General Meeting
The SMSF is still calculating the results as can be found on the Town of Strathmore website.
groups of online registrations are still trickling The REVS event will be back Sept. 6 at the Civ- Thursday, March 15, 2018
in, but Stephens said her booth was steady and ic Centre for another large gathering of families
busy all night with parents wanting to sign their looking to sign up for winter events. Hussar Community Hall

Bighorns Club brings in celebrity hunter 7 p.m.

Cody Robbins Join us for coffee and snacks, hear more

about Council’s 2018 List of Priorities—and
ADELLE ELLIS Due to high interest of youth in the area wish-
Times Reporter ing to learn about firearms safety and to attend ask questions...your County Councillors will
the hunter training, the Standard Bighorns Club
One of the oldest outdoors hunting clubs in Al- will be hosting a two-day course in Standard in be available to answer them!
berta, the Standard Bighorns Club, hopes to draw April for kids who are unable to attend the sum-
in a large crowd of 250 avid outdoor enthusiasts mer hunter education camp. The course, which is For more information: 403-934-3321
next weekend at their annual fundraising dinner not yet scheduled but will accommodate up to 20
– this year with headliner Cody Robbins from the youth, will be taught by a local certified firearms
popular Wild TV hunting show Live 2 Hunt giving and hunters education teacher with 19 years ex-
a presentation. perience. The club will cover the $30 registration
The club, which was started in 1964 and is now fee for youth interested in attending.
“They don’t have to be hunters in the end run,
The Royal Canadian Legion
in its 54th year, has a long-standing history of pro-
moting hunting, proper and safe handling of fire- it’s just to teach them the safe use and handling of presents its first ever

Winter
arms, conservation efforts, and promoting youth firearms. You need to know how to use a firearm
learning about firearms and the responsibilities of safely for any situation, whether it be target shoot-

Luau
being a hunter. ing, hunting or just the handling of it for shows.
“The reason why we are doing this supper and The proper way (to learn) is by taking these hunt-
inviting Cody Robbins down is to raise money er education courses,” said Ellis.
in our club because our club believes in promot- The fundraiser will take place on March 17 at
ing youth hunters,” said Perry Ellis, member of the Standard Community Hall with cocktails at 5
the Standard Bighorns Club. “We believe in sup- p.m. and a roast beef dinner starting at 6 p.m.
Get out that old Hawaiian shirt because
porting the families and to help youth get proper Cody Robbins will be making a presentation after
hunter training and safe firearms training so that’s dinner about his hunting adventures. on Saturday March 31 2018
what we designated all the profits from this sup- Tickets for the fundraising dinner are $40 and we will be having a pig roast
per to go towards.” can be purchased by contacting Jason Gauthier at and drink specials!
Originally, the club was started when several lo- 403-901-3754 or at the door if the 250 available
We will also be
cal hunters got together after the hunting season tickets are not sold out. featuring
to create a social event where they could see how For those interested in joining the Standard Big- entertainment by
everyone’s season went and to hand out some horns Club, memberships are $40 for a family or “Karaoke with
hunting awards. Today, with approximately 35 $30 for a single membership. Interested people Christie”
members and growing, club members still get to- do not need a firearm or a hunter’s licence to join, Tickets available at the
Legion hall.
gether annually to hand out awards, but their fo- anyone who wants to join and learn more is wel- $20 per person includes
cus has shifted towards teaching youth members come. dinner and entertainment.
and promoting the outdoor sport of hunting. “This club is something that has been in the com-
Every year the club pays a portion of the costs munity for years, and this will be a night for every- Doors at
to send any interested youth members to a hunter one to come together to talk about their hunting 4:00 pm,
training camp where they learn the responsibility experiences and conservation efforts,” said Ellis. dinner at
of gun ownership and of hunting. This year sev- “It’s important to recognize the two, especially in 6:00 pm
en youth are scheduled to attend the educational a small community like this; it helps keep our way
hunting camp. of life going and keep people together.”
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WCWA fundraiser success

MANNY EVERETT meatloaf with a Dr. Pepper glaze, gin-
Times Contributor ger fried cougar, roasted turkey, slow
wood-smoked moose, beer-braised elk
This year marked the 24th annual stew and spicy goose, and a variety of
Board Member of the
wild game dinner and auction of the sides and salads. Wheatland Conser-
Wheatland Conservation and Wildlife “This night’s success boils down to vation and Wildlife
Association (WCWA), held on March 3 two special groups: the donors and the Association (WCWA)
at the Strathmore Civic Centre. volunteers,” said Dave Shuman, WCWA Chris Stickle sold a
Despite the inclement weather and vice-president. “With their support, we ticket for a Brown-
deteriorating road conditions through- can hold a well executed and seamless ing White Gold 7mm
evening. Without them, the education -08cal with Leupold
out the previous day and night, the din-
VXII scope to Walter
ner was a sold-out event with 300 of its that we try to promote within the Coun-
Lausen.
association members and their guests ty of Wheatland wouldn’t happen. We Manny Everett Photo
in attendance at the club’s only fund- are thankful for the strong community
raiser of the year. support of this dinner and auction that every summer, which is held at Alford ing poles and bait for the event and the
WCWA is a non-profit organization sells out every year.” Lake Conservation Education Centre for kids compete for prizes in a number
whose focus is to assist with wildlife WCWA has a strong presence in and Excellence. of categories. They have also provided
habitat, and species management and around the community of Strathmore, With the money raised from the wild poles and tackle for the K&E program
conservation through education and promoting a variety of events through- game dinner and auction, WCWA helps students (special needs) from Crowther
community involvement. out the year, including their support of pay registrations for youth to attend Memorial Junior High School. WCWA
Association members and guests were the junior youth shooting programs for camps that teach them about wilder- donated two of the floating docks that
treated to a buffet catered by BubbaQ youth between the ages of 10 and 17. ness survival and hunting, and allow are presently in Strathmore’s Kinsmen
Smokehouse and Catering from Cal- At the club, youth learn firearm safety, them to obtain their hunter training li- Lake.
gary. The meal consisted of appetizers archery, the safe operation of .22 pellet censes. WCWA also promotes a couple In 2017, WCWA purchased and re-
such as smoked barbecued salmon with guns and shotguns, and ethical and safe of fishing derbies in the summer. For leased 650 adult pheasants in Wheat-
crostinis and smoked buffalo meatballs, hunting practices. WCWA also sponsor instance, the Father’s Day youth and land County, and the club continues to
with the main meal consisting of such area youth to attend the Alberta Hunt- senior fishing derby encourages kids work closely with area farmers to se-
delicacies as slow roasted lamb, slow ers Education Instructors’ Association’s to catch and release at Kinsmen Lake cure and fence land for habitat preser-
smoked beef brisket, deer and moose (AHEIA) youth hunter education camp in Strathmore – the club provides fish- vation, development and maintenance.
“We appreciate the community and
all of their support and contributions
year after year,” said Cheryl Koltusky,
WCWA board member. “The WCWA re-

Strathmore United Church Presents cently moved the clubhouse to a new

home located on land graciously do-

Arts
nated by Carl, Tina and Robert (Bob)

Latitude 49
Carlson to use. We thank them for pro-
viding such a home for the club and
look forward to working with them on

On
this project.”
Next year (2019) is the club’s 25th an-
niversary of the wild game dinner and
auction.

817

A duo featuring violinist Timothy Steeves and pianist Jani Parsons make a
return engagement to Strathmore presenting a Recital entitled Deviations.
Timothy, a native of Strathmore and Jani, originally from Cranbrook, will
present works by composers including Boulanger, Gershwin, Kelly-Marie
Murphy, Prokofiev and Stucky.
You won't want to miss these rising stars in the North
American classical music scene!
Strathmore United Church Tickets
$25.00—Adult
Saturday March 10, 2018—7:30
For tickets contact $10—Students (17 and under)
Linda—403-901-2797 $60—Season Pass (3 Concerts)
Your move!
While the cold weather kept the usual crowd
away, some determined players came out to the
Strathmore Municipal Library on March 3, to play
one of 50 games provided by the Strathmore
Board Game Group.
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Zone season
SPORTS
arrives for
SHS hoops
TYLER LOWEY
Times Reporter

Beating the same team twice in a row can be

difficult. Especially when not much time goes by
before the rematch tips off.
That’s what did in the Strathmore High School
Spartans junior varsity boys basketball team
March 1 at their home gym. The Strathmore Spartans celebrate with their first provincial curling
Taking on the Holy Trinity Academy Knights in title in school history. The team of coach Brad Steele (l) and curlers
the Foothills Athletic Council semifinal, the Spar- Ryerson Rushford of the Strathmore High School Spartans Cheldynn Molnar, Nick Slater, Micayla Kooistra and skip John Da-
goes for an up-fake amongst the tall trees of the Holy Trinity men, alongside coach Michelle Ledene pose with the newest banner
tans fell 68-57. Boris Kuljonin was the top Spartan
Academy Knights March1 at the High School Gym. to hang on the gym walls.
with 14 points, while Ryerson Rushford poured Doug Taylor Photo Photo Courtesy of the Strathmore High School
in 13 points and Luke Schramm finished with 12.
The tough loss comes off the heels of the Spar- Which is why the Spartans were forced to take
tans trimming the Knights 79-72 Feb. 13 at the
Holy Trinity gym.
on the Olds High School Spartans March 5 in
Olds in a play-in game, which they lost 84-75.
Spartans capture first
“The first time we played them, it was such a
back-and-forth game, we knew it was going to be
“It’s certainly disappointing to miss Zones, but
it’s especially disappointing for the seniors that provincial curling title
tough to pull that one off again,” said Spartans played three years in our program and now their
Head Coach Adam Pirie. season is over,” said Spartans Head Coach Matt TYLER LOWEY
After going toe-to-toe with the Knights in the Laslo. Times Reporter
first quarter, the Spartans ran into a dry spell in In the loss, Dan Mulder led the way with 34
the second and were unable to pull off the come- points, Wilchowy piled up 12 points and Reid For the first time in school history, the Strathmore
back. Jensen turned in eight points. High School Spartans can hang a provincial curling ban-
The semifinal loss hurt, no doubt, but it did not Ryan Edwards, Caleb Wilchowy, Pierston ner among the several other provincial championship
end their season. They still controlled their own Kahnapace, Luca Nizatic and Garrett Kopp will banners that crowd their gym walls.
destiny when they took on the Bert Church High all graduate the program, leaving behind a very Competing in the mixed curling event, the Spartans
School Rams for a play-in game, with the winner young core that should be motivated to get back cooked the Barrhead Composite High School Gyrphons
advancing to the 3A South Central Zone tourna- to Zones next winter. 10-6 March 3 during the 3A Alberta School’s Athletic As-
ment, which takes place this weekend at W.H. The next wave of Spartans captured the 4J sociation provincial final at the St. Albert Curling Club.
Croxford High School in Airdrie. South Central Zone title last weekend, when the John Damen skipped the rink, with Micayla Kooistra
The junior program isn’t the only team compet- Crowther Memorial Junior High School Cougars as third, Nick Slater as second and Cheldynn Molnar as
ing in zones this weekend. After a weekend off, eclipsed the Okotoks Junior High School Ocelots lead.
the defending South Central Zone champion se- 42-40 March 3 on their home turf. The dramatic final was tied 6-6 after eight ends and re-
nior girls’ program looks to repeat on home court. The final was thrilling, but it took a backseat to quired an extra end, where the Spartans came up clutch
The Spartans hosted the Canmore Collegiate the Cougars’ semifinal win, which saw them trail with four massive points.
High School Crusaders March 7 to kick off the by three with 12 seconds left, to beat the John It capped off an amazing weekend for the mixed team
tournament. Earlier in the week, the schedule Paul II Collegiate Athletics 28-27. that saw them finish 5-1, averaging 11.95 points per
was still being ironed out, as the head coaches Needing a bucket, Kevin Bakker drew up a play game while only allowing 5.61 points per game. They
met up to determine if a double knockout format during a time out that resulted in a Justine Lar- also played great without the hammer, stealing points 50
was necessary, considering Cochrane is hosting son layup. Down one with 8.8 seconds, Sydney per cent of the time.
provincials this year. Be sure to check out the Edwards stole the ball and raced down the court, In the semis, the Spartans brushed back the Chinook
Strathmore High School website for the latest on only to get fouled with six seconds left. She hit High School Coyotes of Lethbridge 6-2.
tourney information. both free throws, putting the Cougars up one. The Spartans cruised through the round robin with
Regardless of the format, the Spartans will have “It was a super exciting weekend. The girls a 3-1 record, with wins over the Catholic Central High
one eye on the competition and one eye on the worked so hard and they entered the weekend School Cougars of Lethbridge 10-2, the St. Albert Catho-
powerhouse from the No. 4-ranked Brooks Com- with the right mindset and they pulled it off,” said lic/Paul Kane High School Bears 12-2 and opened the
posite High School Buffaloes. Cougars Assistant Coach Nikki Leggott. weekend with a 7-3 win over the Delia School Bulldogs.
Due to a rule change within the South Central The Cougars opened the weekend with a sound Their only loss came in their second draw against Dr.
Zone, the senior boys will not be participating in 39-20 victory over the Red Deer Lake School Folkins Community School Cavaliers of Chauvin 8-4.
a zone tournament this weekend. Dragons March 2. There was no men’s or women’s Spartan teams at pro-
Some schools were unhappy with the Zone Unlike the high school programs, this marked vincials.
playoff format last year, so a change was made to the end of the season for the Cougars. There is The mixed team will be celebrated during the next
implement a play-in game instead of giving teams no provincial championship for junior high bas- school-wide assembly.
a bye through the first round of Zones. ketball.

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Playoff time for WAA teams

TYLER LOWEY
Times Reporter

After another long South Central Al-

berta Hockey League season, the de-
fending provincial champion Wheat-
land Chiefs are ready for another deep
playoff drive.
The local double-A midget team got
their cardio in last weekend with three
games to wrap up the regular season.
They opened the weekend by seal-
ing their fate in second place in the
South Division with a 5-3 victory over
the Medicine Hat Hounds March 2 at
the Kinplex 1 Arena. Zach Suntjens and
Jared Kirkpatrick powered the Chiefs
with a goal and an assist each, while
Stran Red Crow, Brian Butland and Ben
Kruse supplied one goal each.
Staying overnight in Medicine Hat,
the Chiefs (20-11-4) had a whole day
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from last year’s provincial champion-
ship roster once the puck gets dropped HEADING TO THE PLAYOFFS
March 8 in Lethbridge. That, combined The Wheatland Braves ended their
with a coaching staff that has been to- season with a bang when they blasted
gether to win the SCAHL in each of the Chestermere Lakers 12-2 March 4 at
the past three seasons, gives the Chiefs the Chestermere Regional Community
confidence that other programs cannot Association Rink.
produce. Kolten Kuryk and Charles Goll led
“There’re a lot of new guys in the the Braves with two goals and one as-
dressing room who weren’t there for sist each, while 14 different Braves
those wins, but there are also a handful found their way on to the score sheet.
of guys who went on the deep run last Tyler Fairbairn and Jace Koole supplied
year and know what it takes,” said Gass. one goal and two assists, Nathan Alber-
“I think they should help calm any pre- da racked up three assists, Luc Trevors
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sniped a pair, Adam Moore and Nash
Wassing registered a goal and an assist,
Invites you to attend a roast beef WARRIORS ON A MISSION
Luke Eitzen turned in a pair of apples,
and Colton Gabe and Conner Radke
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Warriors are also playing well right now
rounded out the scoring with one goal
each.
and are looking to capture the SCAHL “Anytime you can end the season
Cody Robins from “Live 2 Hunt” title for the first time in two years. with a big win like that, it’s always a
“We battled through a slow start and good thing,” said Braves Head Coach

March 17, 2018 the odd tough stretch, and we finished Keith Klemmensen.
with a record over 500. We have been The local double-A peewee team
turning it on lately and put in some dropped their final home game of the
Standard Community Hall good performances last weekend,” said season March 3 when the Central Alber-
ta Selects (21-10-2) toppled the Braves
Cody Brown, Warriors head coach.
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Philip Raycroft and Spencer Tower The fifth-seeded Braves (17-16-0) be-
found the back of the net for the War- gin their playoff push March 8 in Sylvan
riors. Lake and will be hosted by the Lakers
Wrapping the regular season up at (2-30-1).
home, the Warriors trimmed the Hur- “If we’re going to go anywhere in
ricanes 3-2 when Joel Romano scored the playoffs, we need every guy on
his 15th of the season with 4:05 remain- our team working hard and turning in
ing in regulation. Domenic Ficaccio and a strong 60-minute effort. We have the
Jarred Schrock rippled twine as well. talent to beat any team in the league,
The Warriors (16-15-3) will be in we just need to do the small things
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ment and believe their strong play of emmensen.
 March 9, 2018 • Strathmore TIMES • Page 21

Dougan hangs it up after nationals VILLAGE OF HUSSAR

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TYLER LOWEY
Times Reporter BYLAW 517-18 PROPOSES TO AMEND LAND USE
BYLAW NO. 493-14
Strathmore’s Kaitlyn Dougan got to enjoy the perfect end-
ing to her badminton career, even if that meant she didn’t DATE: Thursday, March 22, 2018
win gold. TIME: 7:00 p.m.
After competing provincially all her life, the 22-year-old PLACE: Village Office Located at 109 – 1 Avenue East, Hussar
Dougan just wanted a shot at the big time in a nationally-
ranked tournament.
Dougan graduated Strathmore High School in 2013, where
Pass the Salt
PURPOSE: The purpose of Bylaw 517-18 is to consider an amendment
to the text of Land Use Bylaw No.493-14 to increase the floor area of
sheds that do not require development permits to 13.5m2 (145 sq ft);
her badminton skills really flourished, as she placed in the
Top 5 twice at provincials. NEW
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to issue a notice of “Complete” on applications and tolaugh at the
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to attend Olds College to enroll in the land and water re- peal Board from
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pack her badminton racket for one more shot at it. new and improved
Thursday, March 22, as 2018thecommencing
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at 7:00 p.m. (Gen 32).
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near the end amendment.
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be addressed to: The Village of Hussar, Box 100, Hussar, Alberta, T0J
Entering her second and final year of the land and water deciding on what the New with God’s help, the strength
1S0. Please be advised that the personal information in submissions
resources program, this was Dougan’s last crack at it. Year’s resolutions are to be - we need to make the desired
made, is collected under the authority of the Alberta Freedom of Infor-
The current format sees the top two seeds qualify for na- we promptly break them. It
mation and Protection of Privacy Act,is change
Section is 33(c)
available. We
and subsequent
tionals. After the individual event wrapped up Feb. 11, Dou- too cold to go out for a walk, are able to live into
versions of the Act. All submissions provided to the Village Council will new
gan was sitting in fifth. But because of the other competitors thepublicly
be big game is on TV
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qualifying in other events, she slid into the second and final over indulge eating copious filled life that we so desire –
spot for nationals. DOCUMENTATION: A copy of the proposed
quantities of our favorite even in bylaw maydetails
the small be inspected
of life
“I definitely got a little lucky there at provincials, but it Strathmore’s Kaitlyn Dougan just wrapped up her by the foods.
snack public during regular office hours, from
- feeling 8:30 by
better a.m.exercising
– 4:30 p.m.
doesn’t matter. I finally get my chance to go,” said Dougan. badminton career with the Olds College Broncos Monday
The bible- Thursday, at the Village Office,
is full of stories more located at 109
and eating – 1 Avenue
less.
“After I finished up my games, I saw the other girls kept by attending the Canadian Collegiate Athletic As- East. Please note the office is closed from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. daily.
about new beginnings; new God of new beginnings, be
climbing up the standings in the doubles programs and I sociation nationals in Edmonton last weekend.
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beginning marking a change with606
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started cheering for them. I knew that they needed to make in someone’s
Government Act. life story; a new the strength to make life giving
it in the double to give me a chance to go in singles.” beginning usually instigated by choices. Amen.
It never hurts to be a little lucky sometimes. a 2-0 (21-14, 21-12) victory over Emma an encounter with God. Often
“I was so excited when I saw how the rest of provincials
went,” said Dougan. “This was a once-in-a-lifetime opportu-
Hughes of Holland College.
“Yeah, I know it didn’t go well, but it
these
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Local product enjoys a trip to the Stadium Series

TYLER LOWEY the Washington Capitals host the Toronto Maple
Times Reporter Leafs on March 3 at the Navy-Marine Corps Memo-
rial Stadium in Annapolis, Md. It is an open-air sta-
Just when Standard’s Merv McCallum thought dium seating 34,000 and plays home to the Navy
the delicious steak sandwich and refreshing Coors Midshipmen college football and lacrosse teams.
Light served in a frosty mug couldn’t get any bet- This year, Alexander Ovechkin helped lead the
ter, it did. way for the Washington Capitals when he added
McCallum, a frequent goer to Strathmore’s Bos- his 40th goal of the season in the 5-2 thumping of
ton Pizza, was thrilled to find out that his loyalty the Toronto Maple Leafs. Nicklas Backstrom, John
finally paid off a few weeks ago when he won a Carlson and Evgeny Kuznetsov each recorded a
trip for two to the 2018 Coors Light NHL Stadium goal and two assists, while Jakub Vrana added one
Series. goal and Braden Holtby made 27 saves between
“I usually don’t win much, so this was a little dif- the pipes for the Caps.
ferent,” said McCallum. “It’s nice to change things Zach Hyman and Nazem Kadri found the back
up and win something for a change.” of the net for the Leafs, who donned all-white jer-
His frequent trips to the local diner didn’t im- seys for the first time.
pact his chances of winning, but just made things The trip included a return flight package for Mc-
sweeter to hear his name called at one of his fa- Callum and his wife, along with a two-night stay in
vourite places to eat. the capital of the United States.
Each Wednesday and Saturday night for the past “We want to enjoy the bright lights of Washing-
few months, draws were held from people in at- ton, so we are going to stay a couple more days
tendance during the airing of hockey games in the down there,” said McCallum.
restaurant. Those winners were given a small prize Part of the experience, other than bus delivery
and entered into the big draw that was finalized to the game, is a three-hour tour of all the famous
Feb. 2. monuments and buildings around the D.C. area.
Surprisingly, the 71-year-old McCallum wasn’t in A Calgary Flames fan since day one, McCallum
the restaurant during the final selection process. couldn’t be bothered by the two eastern confer-
He was on a two-week road trip with his wife, ence playoff teams going at it, even though the
Sharon, as they drove down to Nashville, Tenn., game featured some of the sport’s greatest athletes
while making stops in New Orleans, San Antonio like Ovechkin, Backstrom, Mitch Marner and Wil-
The setting was pristine March 3 at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadi-
and everywhere in between. liam Nylander. um in Annapolis, Md. for the NHL Stadium Series between the Washington
“Washington has always been on our bucket list, If McCallum plays his cards right, he could win Capitals and Toronto Maple Leafs. Standard’s Merv McCallum was lucky
so this is great that we finally get to go,” said Mc- another trip from his favourite establishment; Bos- enough to win a trip to the game and enjoy some of the sights of the United
Callum. ton Pizza will award another trip for two, this time States capital city.
This year’s instalment of the Stadium Series saw to the NHL Awards in Las Vegas later this summer. Photo Courtesy of Merv McCallum

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HCC hoops ready for Zones

TYLER LOWEY
Times Reporter

The top dog in the 3J South Central

junior high zone held serve and cap-
tured a banner to hang high above their
gym floor.
The Holy Cross Collegiate Hawks ju-
nior boy’s squad ran the table, going a
perfect 3-0 at the Oilfields High School.
Feeling no pressure of the moment,
the Hawks came out and blasted the
Westmount School Wolves of Okotoks
in the gold medal match, shooting
nearly 70 per cent from the floor en The Holy Cross Collegiate junior varsity Hawks posed with their South Cen-
route to a 22-8 lead after one. tral zone banner after defeating the Westmount Wolves March 3 at Oilfields
High School.
“We never slowed down. The boys Photo Courtesy of Ben Chin
kept it simple and just played good,
fundamental basketball. They were dis- 15 points, Joe Szasz chipped as there are 13 teams trying
tributing the ball, driving at the right in with 11 and Chayton Codd to qualify for the eight-team
times and making key, unselfish shots,” supplied 10 points. tourney.
said Hawks Head Coach Ben Chin. “I am very proud of The Hawks senior girls’
The Hawks kept the pace up and the boys’ effort and class squad lost out to the Holy
eventually cooked the Wolves 58-34. throughout the tournament. Trinity Academy Knights in
The Hawks took down the No. 4 seed
St. Joseph’s Collegiate 63-52.
Faced with a talented ball-moving
Their success was a reflec-
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Obituary
JESSEY, Ethel Mae
Thank You
Benard Stinn and family extends their sincere
We are so sad to announce the sudden passing of thanks and appreciation to Dr. Fanning and
Ethel Mae Jessey of Calgary (Langdon) on Saturday, the nursing staff of Strathmore Hospital for the
March 3, 2018 at the age of 86. She will be forever
excellent care given to Dorothy. We also extend
missed by her daughter Donna (Mike) Hendricks
our appreciation to Fathers Wojciech Jprazecki
of Strathmore, sons Dave (Tracey) Jessey and Jim
(Shelly) Jessey of Langdon, Bob (Mary) Jessey of
and Joseph Nagathu for the funeral mass and
Calgary & their families. She leaves behind her inurnment and to Deacon Michael Thompson
grandchildren Nicole & Brad Hendricks, Doug (Caity) for the homily. Our gratitude also extends to the
Jessey & Christine (Rene Nielsen) Jessey, Brittany & organist and choir, the tributes given, the readers,
Tarri Jessey, and Ryan & Alex Jessey, and her great- the bearers, the CWL honour guard, and the
grand-daughter Julia Nielsen. She is also survived excellent service shown to the family by
Wheatland Funeral Home. We also thank
Preparing for playoffs by her sister Lois Bourne of Calgary and several
nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by St. Rita’s CWL for the wonderful lunch they
The Strathmore Storm Atom A battled the Duchess/Bassano Storm to a 4-4 draw in an exhibition her one true love of 62 years, Dave Jessey on De- prepared and served. In closing, we thank
game on March 4 at the Strathmore Family Centre. Strathmore will battle the Indus Hurricanes in the cember 4, 2017. A private family service will take everyone for the masses, prayers, cards, visits,
CAHL Atom T2 League Championship from March 9-11. Doug Taylor Photo place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make food, donations to the Cancer Society, and
a donation to the charity of your choice. numerous condolence messages we received.

Fraser earns AJHL hardware

To express condolences, please visit www.mounta-
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TYLER LOWEY THANK YOUS
Times Reporter
David’s Arena
With the Alberta Junior Hockey
League season coming to an end last We BUY, SELL
weekend, award season began and one
local product picked up a pretty presti- Special Thanks ALL TYPES OF HORSES
gious award. to the Standard Community
Fort McMurray Oil Barons Captain The sudden passing of Carol McKay,
Boarding Available
Shane Fraser was named the 2017-18 Standard, Alberta, has drastically altered the lives,
winner of the Don McNabb Memo- of the McKay family and we know our recovery will Call Larry David
rial Trophy. The award recognizes the
player judged the most dedicated to his
be slow. But living in the wonderful community of
Standard, a very special place, will help us with this
403-880-5710
team. burden and help with our recovery.
“I remember how honoured I was The Standard Community Association and the
just to be nominated for the award,” Standard Lionettes graciously offered support and did
said Fraser. “Then, when my coach a tremendous job of organization. Stepping forward
pulled me into his office to give me and extending loving support is truly a tribute to the
the news, I didn’t know how to react. character of this community. Special thanks to all of
It wasn’t something I ever thought I the friends and family who set up the community hall
would get. To be selected by the other and made it so beautiful. The tremendous turnout
coaches in the league for this award is was heart warming and we thank everyone for all of
a huge honour.” the cards, flowers, kind wishes and prayers.
In his third season with the club and You made the “Celebration of Carol’s Life”
first year as captain, Fraser led the Oil a wonderful success with treasured memories
The McKay family, Bob, Dean & Shannon,
Barons to a second-place finish in the
Bobbi and Bob’s sister Carole Baker all express their
Viterra North Division with a 42-13-
appreciation for the out pouring of love, kindness and
5 record. In 59 games, he scored 21
compassion. Those special suppers that arrived each
goals, 33 assists and 54 points, which
evening were absolutely wonderful and
all happen to be career highs. appreciated beyond words.
The Oil Barons run a tight ship on
and off the ice and Fraser is the one Thank You
who sets the tone; whether it be com- McKay Family
peting on the ice in drills or working
Strathmore’s Shane Fraser was recently named
the 2017-18 recipient of the Don McNabb Memo-
THANK YOUS
the hardest during dryland training
sessions, he is their leader in the dress-
rial Trophy for being the most dedicated team-
mate. Fraser enjoyed a career season with the
Fort McMurray Oil Barons in his first year as cap-
WANTED i
ing room.
Fraser has come a long way in his
time with the Oil Barons. In his first
tain of the club.
Photo Courtesy of Target Photography With Heartfelt Appreciation REPLICA
WESTERN
The family of the late Alfred Schneider would like to
year in the AJHL after a pair of sea-
sons with the UFA Bisons, Fraser only
chalked up 10 assists.
Like Fraser, Conley is having a career convey sincere gratitude for the services provided, the
HANDGUNS
recorded four goals and seven points year and finished second in AJHL scor- Must be in
kindness and care Alfred received. new condition.
in 34 games. The following season, he ing with 48 goals and 80 points in 58
Thank you all very much;
increased his production to 16 goals games. He was 17 points behind the Phone Don
and 38 points in 58 games, as the Oil leader Chris Van Os-Shaw of the Spruce Alberta Health Care
Barons reached the divisional final, but Grove Saints.
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Dr. Fanning and the Strathmore Hospital Staff
lost to the Whitecourt Wolverines. “I’ve been playing on the same team Acute Care Unit
“Shane is such an outstanding kid. as Will for 13 years now, so we’ve had
He persevered through a tough season a lot of chemistry together and it was
Strathmore Walmart Pharmacy Staff Strathmore
Bayshore Home Health and the Integrated
with the team in his rookie year, and
it has been so rewarding to watch him
great to see him break the franchise re-
cord for most goals in a single season,” Home Care Services at AHS Slo-Pitch
develop into a leader. He is the poster said Fraser. Strathmore Legion AGM
boy for our organization and what a It was quite the month of February Tuesday,
We have a high regard for those who choose a career
coach wants every Oil Baron to aspire for the College of the Holy Cross com- March 20
mitted forward. He notched a pair of
in the field of health care. We thank you for your
to be. He is one of the nicest and most at 7-9 pm in
dedicated people I’ve ever met,” said game winners, was named Player of dedication for what you have done for us and what you
the Chuck Mercer
Oil Barons General Manager and Head the Week for the week of Feb, 5-11 and will continue to do for others.
Room at the
Coach Tom Keca. was awarded the Viterra AJHL Star of
Fraser is the seventh Oil Baron to the Game four times, giving him 10 on Civic Centre
win the elusive award and the first the season.
since Carson Cooper in 2011-12. Other Now with the individual awards tak-
nominees for the award were Jaedon en care of, the Oil Barons have turned
Leslie (Wolverines), Joey May (Calgary their attention to the main goal that
Mustangs) and Jacob Bernard-Docker eluded them last year. They hosted the
(Okotoks Oilers). seventh-seeded Bonnyville Pontiacs at
Fraser wasn’t the only Oil Baron who the Casman Centre. The series started
received some hardware last weekend. March 8 and is a best-of-five series.
Another local product, Will Conley, was “Expectations are high for us. We feel
named the Alberta Ford Dealers Player like we have a good shot at this thing
of the Month. Playing in 12 games in and we will feel disappointed if we
February, Conley sniped 11 goals and don’t win it all,” said Fraser.
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Standard Co-op up to info@switzersauction.com month. 1-800-917-9021.
March 17, 2018 and thereafter to or www.switzersauction. Email: dispatch@freight-
com. land.ca. We are looking for a
Ken Edey, Liquidator;
125 Douglasbank Way SE;
COMING EVENTS
INTERESTED IN the Commu-
Summer Student
Calgary, Ab T2Z 1W4; all payments nity Newspaper business? Job Description:
Alberta’s weekly newspa- - Responsible for flow metering of canals and
to be made payable to the pers are looking for people deliveries and associated data entry, habitat
Standard Co-op Ltd. like you. Post your resume project maintenance, invasive species
b. Any person who possesses online. FREE. Visit: www. monitoring and reporting in addition to misc.
awna.com/resumes_add. other duties.
property of the Co-operative php.
is to deliver it to the liquidator Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Returning post secondary student preferred
at Standard Co-op in Standard CAMPGROUND HOSTS re- - Ability to work with others as a team under
Alberta up to March 17, 2018 and quired for campground 15
limited supervision
minutes SE of Calgary. April-
alternately to contact Ken Edey, October. Perfect for qualified - Class 5 license
Liquidator at 403 862 2433 to couples! Must have RV for - Good knowledge of Strathmore and
make alternate arrangements; accommodations. Office surrounding rural area is an asset
and Yard duties. For more - Ability to read maps and navigate using legal
c. Any person who has a claim details, email Stacey at na- land descriptions
against the Co-operative, tureshideaway@gmail.com. Hours of Work:
whether liquidated, unliquidated, Come on down to the Legion Hall - Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! from May - August
future or contingent, is to Saturday March 17 2018 and get your “Irish” on! In-demand career! Employ- - Hourly rate of pay with overtime
present particulars of the claim Doors open 11 am • Dinner 5 pm • Entertainment 7pm ers have work-at-home po-
in writing to the liquidator not sitions available. Get online
Please send resume to:
Enjoy a great meal and entertainment for training you need from an
later than two months after the careers@wid.net
$15 or just the entertainment for $5. employer-trusted program.
first publication of the notice. Tickets available at the Legion Hall located downtown Strathmore. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or or mail to:
403-934-5119. Children are allowed in the Main Hall until 9 pm. 1-855-768-3362 to start Attn: Water Master
Ken Edey – Liquidator training for your work-at- Box 2372 , Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1S5
Enjoy the musical stylings of one of Calgary’s premier Celtic bands the home career today! Please note only successful applicants will be
Standard Co-op Limited “Staggered Pints.” contacted for interview.
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