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County council
seeks feedback
before Alberta First
Resolution vote
DEIRDRE MITCHELL-MACLEAN
Times Contributor
Wheatland County residents will have an op-
portunity to provide feedback to county council
about the county’s “Alberta First” resolution.
At the county’s last regular council meeting,
county Councillor Jason Wilson proposed an
amendment to the timeline of the resolution,
adopted in principle on Nov. 6.
Wilson is hoping to be able to table the res-
olution for a vote at the Rural Municipalities of
Alberta (RMA) zone meeting in January.
The resolution asks that the government of
Alberta act on the following recommendations:
withdraw from the Canada Pension Plan and
create an Alberta Pension Plan offering the
same benefits at lower cost while giving Alber-
ta control over the investment fund; collect its
own revenue from personal income tax, as the
province already does for corporate income tax;
use Section 88 of the Supreme Court’s decision
in the Quebec Secession Reference to remove
equalization from the Canadian Constitution;
use Section 88 of the Supreme Court’s decision
in the Quebec Secession Reference to demand
Senate reform; start preparing to replace the
RCMP as the provincial police force; and, the
Province of Alberta enter into an agreement
with the federal government, similar to the Can-
ada-Quebec Accord, allowing Alberta to oversee
its own immigration that depicts the regional,
cultural and economic needs of the province.
The resolution goes on to state that “if the
federal government does not deal with these
demands in good faith; if they block, hinder, or
otherwise prevent Alberta from exercising its
rights as outlined above, that the government
of Alberta will hold a referendum with a ‘clear
question,’ as defined by the Clarity Act, on the
secession of Alberta from the Canadian Confed-
eration during the 31st Alberta General Election
in 2023.” Ice falls
Wheatland County Councillor Ben Armstrong The Strathmore Ice Storm U14C ringette team suffered their first loss of the season to Indus
was not ready to accept the resolution while it on Dec. 7 at the Strathmore Family Centre. The Ice Storm will now prepare to host the BV1
suggested a potential separation from Canada. Phantoms on Dec. 14 (5:45 p.m.) at the Strathmore Family Centre. Doug Taylor Photo
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Hometown Hockey

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Times Contributor
3 Items combo only $9.98 The Family Centre is the place to
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Back in the spring, staff at the Town
of Strathmore applied to host Home-
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town to participate in the festival, and
that will translate into an economic
injection for our local businesses,” ex-
plained mayor Pat Fule. “This event re-
ally is a big deal, for Strathmore and for
Wheatland County.”
bring this coupon to get $1.00 off your purchase Saturday’s activities will start at noon
and run until 6 p.m. Activities on Sun-
1 coupon per purchase day will also start at noon and run until
the end of the outdoor viewing party.
Throughout the weekend, hockey
fans will be able to enjoy games, prize
giveaways, live entertainment and fun
activities for the whole family.
At the Rogers Fan Hub, you’ll be able
ing Accuracy Game, where players of
all ages can demonstrate their hockey
skills with a chance to win prizes.
You won’t want to miss world-re-
nowned hockey acrobat Steve Good-
time, who puts on a rockin’ hockey
show complete with fire, juggling,
stunts and guitar solos. And don’t forget
to hang out with NHL alumnus Mason
Raymond at the Scotiabank Community
Hockey Rink. Scotiabank will be donat-
ing $15,000 to local minor hockey as-
sociations in the surrounding area.
Author Lisa Bowes will be reading
her children’s book Lucy Tries Hockey
and there will be two live music per-
formances, with the Mitch Belot Band
playing on Saturday and Drew Gregory
on Sunday.
Food will be provided by Dr. Oetker
Giuseppe Pizzeria and Sobeys Commu-
nity Barbecue, with funds raised go-
ing toward the Strathmore Wheatland
Kings Junior Hockey Club.
The entire Sportsnet crew, including
lighting, sound, filming and announc-
ers, will be staying in town from Tues-
day to Sunday, immersing themselves
in the community.
“This festival will provide an intense
boost to our economy and our commu-
nity,” said Fule. “It will raise our pro-
file and get our name out to the rest of
Canada.”
If you’d like to be involved in the
Hometown Hockey festival, Rogers is
looking for people to help make the

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weekend a success. There are both paid
and volunteer positions available. More
information can be found at strath-
more.ca.

Community Hometown Hockey kick-off

Christmas party at Strathmore Centre
Party
CHRISTINE FOSHAUG dance for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at
Times Contributor 10 a.m.
“I am really just thrilled to see how
Strathmore will be buzzing with ac- the community has already come to-
ALL seniors are welcome to attend this FREE event! tivity on the weekend of Dec. 21 and
22 when Rogers Hometown Hockey
gether,” said deputy mayor Melanie
Corbiell. “Everyone has been doing
takes over the Family Centre. There are their part to make sure this is a suc-
events and activities planned in down- cessful event. I hope it is an amazing
Tea, Coffee, Desserts & Christmas Fun town Strathmore and Gleichen/Siksika weekend.”
as well. Rogers will be closing off the Family
Add a subheading The celebrations will begin on the Centre parking lot and hosting events
Visit From Santa
night of Wednesday, Dec. 18, when the and activities for the whole family. On
CP Holiday Train pulls into Gleichen/ Saturday, the fire department will play
Live Entertainment by Cabot's Crossing Siksika. It should arrive around 9:40 in a hockey game against local female
p.m., and there will be fireworks and hockey and ringette players, and they’ll
live music performances by Meghan be joined by NHL hockey alumni. There
& MJP Academy of Irish Dance
Patrick, Tanika Charles and Kelly will also be music, entertainment and
Prescott. food.
The Strathmore and District Chamber A highlight of the weekend will be
Proudly of Commerce is hosting a kick-off party the parade of champions, which is
Sponsored by at Strathmore Centre (the old Co-op being organized by Strathmore Mi-
building) on Dec. 21. Local businesses nor Hockey. The parade is open to all
The Strathmore are invited to help “paint the town red” clubs, teams and service organizations,
Lion's Club: by decorating their storefronts. Partici- and will take place at 4 p.m. on Sunday.
pating businesses will be judged be- Participants will meet in the parking lot
tween Dec. 15 and 20, and the winner north of the Civic Centre at 3:45 p.m.
DEC 15, 2019 • 1:00-3:00 will be announced at the kick-off party “To register, send an email to su-
on Saturday morning. zyq334@hotmail.com and also send
STRATHMORE CIVIC CENTER The party will include a free pancake your team’s accomplishments in the
breakfast by the Strathmore Lions from email,” said Corbiell. “This is a great
8-10 a.m., a hockey skills competition way to showcase what Strathmore and
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Farmers Market Christmas Market
The Strathmore Farmers Market held their annual Christmas market at the Strathmore Civic Centre on
Nov. 30 with plenty of artisan vendors selling their handmade goods.
Rural policing promise
comes with a cost
DEIRDRE MITCHELL-MACLEAN
Times Contributor
Alberta Justice Minister Doug Sch-
weitzer announced on Dec 4. that hun-
dreds of RCMP officers would be add-
ed to rural areas to tackle rural crime.
“The Government of Alberta’s new
police funding model will inject more
than $286 million over five years into
frontline law enforcement for these ad-
ditional RCMP officer and civilian po-
sitions,” stated the news release. “This
new cost-sharing partnership will see
small and rural communities begin
to pay a portion of frontline policing
costs, bringing them into line with
larger communities and cities.”
The terminology – cost-sharing part-
nership – is pleasant enough, but lo-
cal municipalities haven’t been feeling
much like “partners” in the decision-
making.
With some as yet unnamed excep-
tions, small and rural communities
will begin contributing 10 per cent of
policing costs in 2020, 15 per cent in
2021, 20 per cent in 2022 and 30 per
cent in 2023.
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Wilson said the additional costs were if it believes this is a real priority.”
not small for the county. Under the previous funding formula,
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directly affected by the proposed in- Executive Committee.
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Several charges laid after seizure of drugs and money

JANET KANTERS
On Dec. 2, Gleichen RCMP received a call of sus-
Times Editor
picious persons in the area of Highway 547. Earlier
that morning, Gleichen RCMP had been investigat-
Gleichen RCMP have laid several charges against numerous ing a report of mischief to a residence in that same
individuals after the seizure of drugs, money and a stolen area.
vehicle. Gleichen RCMP members attended the location
and further investigation led to multiple arrests,
the recovery of a stolen Dodge Ram truck, and
was charged with possession of a stolen vehicle,
possession of a controlled substance and breach
of a recognizance. He was released after a judicial
hearing on his own recognizance, and was sched-
uled to appear in Siksika Nation Provincial Court
on Dec. 12.
A youth (16), who cannot be identified under the
Provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act, was

Pass the Salt seizure of methamphetamine, fentanyl, gabapentin

KNOCKED DOWN
Someone once said that “You
have not fallen until you fail to
rise” pondering on this statement
reminds me of the game of boxing,
no matter how beaten or battered
a boxer maybe in the ring of fight,
for a s long as he still can be on his
feet within the counting period, the
fight continues. The same applies
to the game of life. For as long as
you are still very much alive, and
have not accepted defeat, you are
still very much on course. Please
listen, everybody gets knocked
down at one time or the other.
No matter how careful one may
be, certain things will still not
happen as planned. People get
knocked down in different areas
of life: marriage, ministry, career,
business and so on, some by
disappointment or betrayal from
trusted friends or family members
even colleagues in the office.
These may be mistakes as a result
of our miscalculations and error
of judgement. Whatever the case
may be, for as long as you are not
yet out of life, there is still hope
for you. As strong as Samson was,
as careful as he was, a time came
that he was knocked down, and
publicly disgraced. But shortly
after, he began to rise again. You
may not be able to help being
knocked down, but you can choose
not to remain down by refusing
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to accept defeat and by taking
certain positive steps that will
make you rise again.
Are you knocked down in business,
academic, career, health, finances,
marriage, ministry and what have
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can rise again. Suicide is not an
option. It is not the end of the road
either, asks yourself; are there
lessons I can learn from this ugly
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so you do not repeat previous
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encourage yourself if no one does.
In 1 Samuel 30:6b “…but David
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his God”
Sometimes, the only person to
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rising again each time you fall
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pills, heroin, cocaine and approximately $6,000 in
cash.
charged with possession of a stolen vehicle and
possession of a controlled substance. The youth
was released with conditions and is scheduled to
Paul McMaster (34) of Siksika Nation has been appear in Siksika Nation Provincial Court on Jan.
charged with possession of a stolen vehicle, five 23, 2020.
counts of possession of a controlled substance for “The danger posed by the presence of these
the purpose of trafficking and proceeds of crime. or any type of drugs in our community cannot
He was remanded into custody after a judicial be overstated,” said Gleichen RCMP Detachment
hearing and appeared in Siksika Nation Provincial Commander Staff Sergeant Tim Kelly. “We will con-
Court on Dec. 5 via CCTV. tinue efforts to reduce the harm of drugs in our
Braden Jackson (18) of Calgary, was charged community by disrupting drug trafficking.”
with possession of a stolen vehicle, possession of Anyone with information on drug trafficking in
a controlled substance and breach of a recogni- the Gleichen area can contact the Gleichen RCMP
zance. He was released after a judicial hearing on at 403-734-3056, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-
his own recognizance and appeared in Siksika Na- 8477 online at www.P3Tips.com or by using “P3
tion Provincial Court on Dec. 12. Tips” app available through the Google Play or the
Jerry Yellow Old Woman (42) of Siksika Nation Apple App Store.
Standard Curling Club
showcases renovated space
The Standard Curling Club held an open house on
Nov. 30 to thank all past and present contributors
to the rebuild and renovation of the club’s lounge
area. In attendance was MP Martin Shields (centre),
Mayor of Standard Joe Pedersen, Standard village
council member Alan Larsen, and long-time curling
club members Don Cuthill and Darren Firkus.
Photo Courtesy of Carol Allard
Alberta First
Continued from Page 1 But she was also interested in do-
ing more consultation with residents
And Councillor Glenn Koester said he was also against a and council still has an opportunity
motion to adopt the resolution at this time as the feedback to hear from residents and respond to
he’s heard has been to “stay in (their) lane”. their questions. Council has received 21
County Reeve Amber Link spoke in favour of supporting the emails from constituents so far, four of
resolution as a method of advocacy from the municipality to which were not supportive.
other levels of government.
Councillor Tom Ikert was in favour.
“Grassroots movements can be powerful and the concerns “The closer we are to the people,
of the west need to be addressed,” Link said. the more we need to listen,” Ikert said.
“From the RMA website: resolutions are crucial to RMA’s “Is it easier to get a hold of (Chester-
advocacy efforts,” Link read, “they allow members to have a
mere-Strathmore MLA) Leela Aheer or is
direct role in the democracy process by identifying priority it easier to call Tom Ikert? I answer my
issues that require action by other levels of government.” phone, I call people back. We have to
make sure that we’re telling the powers
Thought for that be what people here are asking for.”
Wilson was also hopeful Wheatland
the Week
~ County residents continued to provide
feedback.
If you can’t “Municipalities don’t play politics,”
Wilson said. “Perhaps (this resolution)
do things with is out of our lane, but when you have
great love, do other municipalities pushing agendas
that are against the best interests of our
them with a own municipality, then I think we have
a responsibility to act.”
little love.
love. If county council does not agree to
accept the resolution, it will not be pre-
M. Teresa sented to the RMA zone meeting.
Wheatland County residents have
the opportunity to provide feedback to
council in person on Dec. 17 at 9 a.m.
at the county’s regular council meeting
in council chambers, or online at wheat-
landcounty.ca. The resolution will then
be tabled for a vote.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Who is your family farmer?
To the Editor
Most of you reading this likely have a family doctor.
Your family doctor is typically a person you appreci-
ate and have got to know a little more personally over
the years and with who you share intimate information
and maybe even secrets. We can probably all agree that
their mission is of great importance; guide and advise us
about everything related to our health so we can live a
good, healthy life. They might, once in a while, have to
engage us into a tougher conversation in order to steer
us back on the right track fearing about our wellbeing
and undesirable outcomes.
The same applies to your family mechanic, electrician,
hairdresser or maybe accountant. How important are
they all in your life?
Knowing all that, who is your family farmer? Who is
that person or family who genuinely looks after you and
one of your most essential needs? Who is that person you
fully trust to provide you with what will become your
flesh and blood? Who is that farmer who thinks of you
Abortion and life
To the Editor
I was overwhelmed when I read that abortion stats in
Alberta alone from 2015-2018 was 52,146 babies killed.
In the Holy Bible, Psalm 139:13-16, human life begins
at conception. Are Bibles still in our schools and used to
teach what is right and wrong, good and evil?
Is our health care and education system teaching ab-
stinence? I doubt it when gonorrhea and syphilis are in
epidemic proportions in Alberta. Why are they not teach-
ing abstinence instead of abortion? Teach them that we
want the best life for you, our students, and that’s a fam-
ily with a mom and dad as God planned. Those who
commit suicide (mom or dad) or think of it when they
realized they killed their baby is devastating especially to
God. God would have told them that your baby is here
in heaven waiting to meet you. God is love and any child
who is under the age of not knowing right from wrong
is in heaven. You may ask yourself, I won’t know which
is my baby?
Don’t worry – God knows! Anyone who knows some-
Rural policing costs questioned
To the Editor
I enclose a copy of an email I have sent to our MLA
[see below]. I am somewhat incensed at the thought of
our so-called Conservative government spending more
of our tax dollars to add to an already large policing
community in our province. RCMP, sheriff, peace officers,
fish and wildlife, environment, and assorted city and mu-
nicipal policing bodies as well as even railroad police
seem to be more focused on entrapment of the minor
infractions of otherwise law-abiding citizens instead of
the criminal element in our society. In many cases they
have merely become tax collectors.
In law enforcement’s defense, I sympathize with their
frustrations with a far too lenient court system. Criminals
are released to continue in their deeds within days if not
hours and the citizenry is charged should they attempt to
defend their property, family or person. More policing is
NOT the answer, more law enforcement IS.
If your readers agree, please contact our MLA the Hon.
Leela Aheer and voice your opinion.
Grant Klaiber
Strathmore
[Letter to MLA Aheer]
Hon. Ms. Aheer,
I have read recently that the UCP government has de-
cided to address the rural crime issue by hiring up to 300
more law enforcement officers. This is NOT a conserva-
tive response to the issue! This is nothing more than a
move toward a “police state” situation for the following
reasons:
1. This increase in policing will mean further harass-
ment to the agricultural community by law enforcement
officers zealous to justify their employment by “doing
something”, i.e. writing tickets for minor infractions on
country backroads, etc.
2. Considering that laws are NOT being enforced suffi-
ciently by the courts presently, how would further arrests
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on a regular basis, wondering if you have liked the goods
you last purchased and takes great pride in being part of
Chestermere-Strathmore
your family’s meals? STRATHMORE OFFICE:
Unfortunately, lots of people out there won’t be able
to name anybody as our society has put its trust into the 403-962-0126
hands of big corporate entities caring first and foremost MAILING ADDRESS:
about their bottom lines and somewhere down the list PO Box 2527,
I imagine your health (I still wonder). How sad is that? 129 Second Avenue
Well, do you know what the great news is? There are Strathmore, AB T1P 0H3
lots of farmers in your communities genuinely wanting
to provide you only with what is best and who will re- Tuesday-Thursday
member your name and maybe even your kid’s names 10 AM – 3 PM
next time they see you. No one else will be as proud as
they will to be part of your meals while making an hon- Meetings by appointment
est and rewarding living.
A quick online search or visit to your local farmer’s Chestermere.Strathmore@
market will make you meet them and soon you won’t assembly.ab.ca
look back. And who knows, you might not even have to
visit your doctor that often after.
Simon-Pierre Caron
Wheatland County
one or is thinking of taking their own life, please get
in touch with Focus on the Family at 1-800-661-9800 or
other like-minded organizations. I ask God that some
people in our health care and education systems care
enough for our future generations to search their own
souls and at least check a DVD called Unplanned-Abby
Johnson’s Story.
From my own personal experience that happened over
five decades ago, my nephew died. He was only three
years old. I asked God, why? I know he is waiting in
heaven for his family. I sometimes wonder how will I
know him or he know me when God calls me home. God
says you of little faith, I have taken care of.
This Dec. 25th, we may all think about the real person
who is celebrating a birthday, Jesus, who God sent to this
earth. For God so loved the world that He sent His one
and only begotten son, Jesus, that whoever believes in
Him shall not perish but have everlasting life in heaven.
Resurrection Day/Easter will be another reminder to
us of God’s great love for His special creation.
Eileen Walker
Strathmore
accomplish any further benefit if the criminals are simply
released with no consequence to re-offend?
My suggestions are thus:
1. ENFORCE THE LAWS! If the penalty for break and
enter with violence is life imprisonment, then ENFORCE
IT! I would wager that if some of these penalties were
properly administered, we would see a dramatic fall in
crime after only a handful of criminals were convicted.
2. I am sure that the cost of each law enforcement
officer including pension, benefits, patrol car, gasoline,
etc. would well exceed $100,000 yearly (if not double).
I would suggest that for far less than this ongoing cost
your government could virtually fund the erection of a
fence or wall around every farmstead in the province
complete with an automated security gate.
3. My third and I feel most valid suggestion is to in-
volve the people in our rural communities. I would sug-
gest that a course be offered to individual property own-
ers to train them in the proper and safe defense of their
property. No different than law enforcement, these indi-
viduals would be issued a firearm or Taser (if so desired)
and be held responsible for its use or misuse. Signage at
their gateway would indicate their training most likely
discouraging any would be intruder.
4. I would suggest also that the myriad of law en-
forcement that we presently have be refocused on pur-
pose. Instead of patrol cars hiding behind signs and fo-
liage or sitting for hours at a busy intersection waiting
to capture a citizen for not signaling to change lanes
or forgetting to carry their driver’s license with them or
any other frivolous infraction that poses no threat to the
safety of humanity, they could be deployed to larger and
more dangerous threats Make the courts enforce the law
when law enforcement presents the perpetrators instead
of simply releasing them immediately. By not enforcing
the law you demoralize law enforcement and endanger
the public! In short, we need fewer police and better law
enforcement.
A Concerned Citizen,
TIMES
Grant Klaiber
PLEASE
DON’T
DRINK AND
DRIVE
arrive home safe everyone!
403.325.0372
debbeststrathmore@gmail.com
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County Council in Brief

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2019
Information from Wheatland County Council Regular Meeting

Bylaw 2019-22, application to redesignate +/- 0.29 acres

from Agricultural General District to County Residential Dis-
trict and +/- 0.79 from Country Residential District to Agricul-
tural General District. Bylaw passed.
* * *
Strathmore RCMP is Bylaw 2019-25, application to redesignate 128.74 acres of
plan 0813350 block 1, lot 1, from Agricultural General District
investigating the Theft of to Industrial District in an effort to pre-zone County-owned
a Truck that took place on land to attract potential development. Bylaw passed.
November 29th, 2019. The truck * * *
Bylaw 2019-34, a new bylaw that will repeal the previous
is described as a Green 2007 fire board bylaw to amend the clause on membership. Bylaw Planning for success
Toyota Tundra with License passed. Strathmore High School and Holy Cross Collegiate partnered to host a
post-secondary education career fair on Nov. 28. The fair included repre-
Plate PUC490. * * *
sentatives from every major post-secondary institution in Alberta including
City of Calgary is privatizing some composting services universities, colleges and trade schools, along with the RCMP and the Ca-
which may affect surrounding areas like Wheatland County, nadian Armed Forces.
If you have any information but the city is willing to work with the county in the transi- Deirdre Mitchell-MacLean Photo

that could help locate this tion.

truck, please contact the
* * *
Council agreed to solicit further feedback after Councillor Town Council in Brief
Strathmore RCMP. Jason Wilson amended the dates on the Alberta First resolu- WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2019
tion. Information from Strathmore Town Council Regular Meeting
File: 20191814224
* * *
Inspection completed on Rocky Mountain Gas to Liquids A public hearing for Bylaw 19-16, the land use change ap-
1-800-222-TIPS in Division 3; company is projected to be operational by May
2020.
plication by Wheatland Funeral Home to accommodate a cre-
matorium, was held again as additional information was pro-
(1-800-222-8477) * * * vided to council (requested Nov. 6). The bylaw passed with a
motion to make amendments to community services bylaws
Request for decision on Community Enhancement Region-
al Board (CERB) appointment of Cole Kaiser in Division 7; to include source testing.

YOUR AD passed.
* * *
* * *
Hailey Poirier from Strathmore and District Chamber of

COULD BE HERE! Request for decision on interim operating budget:

Contact Rose 403-934-5589
rose@strathmoretimes.com
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tor after the interview is completed. It is a contro-
versial idea and viewed negatively by many doctors
in the UK. Time will tell.
People suffering from shingles endure much pain
and discomfort as well as create many costs to our
health system. There is a vaccine available to im-
munize against shingles and will result in fewer
shingles cases and a proportionate reduction in
healthcare costs due to that condition. Seniors
are particularly at risk because they generally had
chickenpox as children.
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• Policing costs, changes to assessment formulas, educa-
tion requisition changes, taxation and more expected to affect
operating budget.
• Reorganizing departments, declining cost of living in-
creases and a review of benefits for county employees; al-
ready down $300,000 over previous years due to efficiencies.
• The province has suggested upcoming assessment chang-
es to property taxes (residential, farmland, non-residential,
and machinery and equipment) that will result in a decrease
of revenue to the county.
• Education requisition is different this year due to Shallow
Gas Well Tax Relief.
• FCSS and library funding requests are not in yet.
• Utilities have increased.
• $72,000 miscellaneous expenses, Handi-bus ($35,000),
Christmas hamper and other local donations.
• Council accepted the information as presented.
* * *
Community Engagement and Economic Development has
begun public consultations and is also working to project
investment opportunities.
Complete minutes from council meetings can be found at
www.wheatlandcounty.ca once they have been adopted.
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Welcome You!
Commerce presented upcoming events:
• Rogers Hometown Hockey, Dec. 21-22
• Paint the Town Red decorating contest for downtown
businesses
• Business Excellence Awards soiree, A Night in Ven-
ice, Jan. 31, 2020 at the Civic Centre
* * *
Council accepted a report on potential upgrades for the
arena/family centre. The report was originally commissioned
in 2018 to explore whether and how the town could make
use of a federal infrastructure grant to upgrade community
recreation facilities.
* * *
Council approved the funding model for the Lakewood
Meadows pedestrian bridge.
* * *
Council officially supported the Ministry of Municipal Af-
fairs suggestion to provide a Shallow Gas Tax Relief Initiative
to qualifying businesses in the amount of 35 per cent of taxes
owing. Council approved issuing a property tax relief notice
to Ember Resources for $5,948.80.
Complete minutes from council meetings can be found at
www.strathmore.ca once they have been adopted.
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WHEATLAND Upcoming Meetings

COUNTY December 17: Council Meeting

Agenda packages can be found on our website.

Breakfast Where There’s Room to Grow

with Santa
The Strathmore Royal Ca- Public Hearing Notice
nadian Legion Branch #10
held their annual breakfast Wheatland County will consider the following applications for Public Hearing
with Santa on Nov. 30.
at the regular Council meeting on Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
Children and adults alike
got to enjoy breakfast and
getting their photos taken Bylaw #: 2019-26
with Santa. Legal Description: SW-2-24-26-W4
Proposal: Land use redesignation for +/- 2.27 acres to redesignate lands
Rose Hamrlik Photo
from Agricultural General to Country Residential to accommodate a

2019 Christmas tree shortage

future subdivision and consolidation into Plan 161 1661, Block 8, Lot 1.

Bylaw #: 2019-33
LANDSCAPE PLUS from a $53 million industry in 2008 to a Statutory Document: Kneehill County and Wheatland County
News Release $100 million industry in 2019 — some- Intermunicipal Development Plan
Proposal: In order to comply with the recent amendments to the
thing growers hadn’t predicted.
Municipal Government Act, municipalities that share a border must enter
Are you having trouble finding “Millennials and Generation Xers are
into an Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) that address specific
your favourite type of Christmas tree? more interested in real versus artifi- topics. The intent of the IDP is to foster good relations by putting into
A North American-wide shortage of cial,” noted Brennan. “Overall, there is policy how both municipalities will communicate with each other on
Christmas trees is being reported and a stronger demand for natural products different types of planning applications as well as establishing a dispute
several factors have contributed to the that can be composted.” resolution process. Each municipality’s jurisdiction remains the same,
shortfall. Fortunately, with some flexibility and and the IDP does not change land use districts.
While the 2008 recession was a long creativity, you can still have an attrac-
time ago, it is a primary cause of the tive tree in your home this year. Comments may be forwarded in writing to Wheatland County or in person at
low supply. In 2008 and 2009, tree Purchase your tree early; even if the above meeting. The application files may be reviewed in the County Office
farmers planted fewer trees. Fraser firs you’re not ready to put it up it can stay during regular office hours – Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
and other Christmas tree species take wrapped in the garage or basement.
about 10 years to mature. Just make sure to keep it in a bucket of
Challenging growing conditions and water to maintain freshness. Full details regarding public hearings and
Be flexible in your choice of tree –
increasingly unpredictable weather due
to climate change have also had a sub- start a new tradition with a different development permit approvals can be found on
stantial effect on tree farm crops. variety. Then consider putting it in a our website at:
Sadly, many established Christmas
tree farms that have been around for an
different part of the house, such as a
dining area or front hall.
https://wheatlandcounty.ca/publicnotices.
average of 50 or 60 years, find the next You might not find that majestic Address: 242006 Range Rd 243 Phone: 403-934-3321 Mail: Hwy 1 RR 1, Strathmore, AB, T1P 1J6
generation isn’t interested in taking up and perfect Instagram tree, but in fact Office Hours: Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
the family business, and these farms something shorter and rounder for a www.wheatlandcounty.ca
@wheatlandcounty
are starting to close. New growers are corner or smaller space can look just
taking over the locations and opting to as attractive. Adding fresh boughs and
plant less labour-intensive crops. wreaths will also lend themselves to a
The demand for fresh Christmas trees beautifully decorated home.
has grown 20 per cent per year since When you go to buy your Christmas
2015, leaving Canadian Christmas tree tree, be patient with the tree lot staff.
suppliers struggling to meet substan-
tially larger domestic and international
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Town of Strathmore Holiday Closure

Closed December 24 at noon, reopening January 2
- Strathmore Administration Offices
- Family and Community Support Services (FCSS)

The Strathmore Child, Youth and Family Hub (The Hub)

is closed to the public as of December 23, reopening
January 6.
Next Regular
Council Meeting:
Dec. 18th, 2019 Assessment Notices
The Town of Strathmore will be
Next Committee mailing out the Assessment
Notices for the 2020 Tax Year
of the Whole in early January. Please review
Meeting: your assessment carefully. It
contains specific information
January 15th, and notice of important
2020 deadlines. If you have any
questions or concerns, contact
the Town of Strathmore
Assessment Department at
403-934-3133

Town of Strathmore
ChristmasSafety
Tree
Family & Community Support Services (FCSS)

2020 Call for

Grant Applications As you deck the halls this holiday season, be fire smart. A small
fire that spreads to a Christmas tree can grow large very quickly.
STRATHMORE

Application Deadline is December 18, 2019 Picking the tree

After Christmas
• Choose a tree with fresh, green needles that do not
Get rid of the tree after
fall off when touched.
Christmas or when it is dry.
Dried-out trees are a fire
Placing the tree
FCSS Grants Support Projects that:
danger and should not be
• Before placing the tree in the stand, cut 2” from the left in the home or garage,
base of the trunk. or placed outside against the
• Make sure the tree is at least three feet away from home.
 Enhances the social well-being of individuals, families and community any heat source, like fireplaces, radiators, candles, Check with your local
heat vents or lights.
through prevention, early intervention and community engagement community to find a
• Make sure the tree is not blocking an exit. recycling program.
 Responds to community & social issues through partnerships and • Add water to the tree stand. Be sure to add water Bring outdoor electrical
daily. lights inside after the
collaboration holidays to prevent hazards
and make them last longer.
lighting the tree
 Addresses the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action • Use lights that have the label of a recognized
testing laboratory. Some lights are only for indoor FACTS
•
 Promotes Inclusivity and diversity or outdoor use.
TOWN OF

! More than one of every four

• Replace any string of lights with worn or home Christmas tree fires is

•
All applicants must contact FCSS at fcss@strathmore.ca to discuss the intent of broken cords or loose bulb connections. Read caused by electrical problems.
manufacturer’s instructions for number of light
their application and review eligibility requirements in order to proceed with the strands to connect. ! Although Christmas tree fires
are not common, when they do
funding process. • Never use lit candles to decorate the tree. occur, they are more likely to

•
be serious.
• Always turn off Christmas tree
lights before leaving home ! A heat source too close to the
tree causes one in every four
Strathmore FCSS or going to bed.
of the fires.

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 December 13, 2019 • Strathmore TIMES • Page 9

If you are a people person with a passion for

the game of hockey, we want to hear from you!

SDI Marketing is hiring outgoing Brand Ambassadors to work at

Rogers Hometown Hockey this Winter in Strathmore, AB.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE: We are looking for engaging and
professional Brand Ambassadors who thrive in a social setting.
Successful candidates will be approachable and outgoing. A
basic knowledge and level of understanding of Hockey is an
asset. Our ideal candidate will also be organized, easy-going,
extroverted and fun!
POSITION DETAILS
Company: SDI Marketing Title: Brand Ambassador Dates and
Shift Times:
• Dec 21st 2019,10am-6pm
• Dec 22nd 2019,11am-8pm
Pay Rate: $18 /hour
Location: Family Centre, Strathmore, AB
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays
RESPONSIBILITIES Time: 6:30-7:30 PM
• Work with a team to promote our client’s brand in a very Location: Strathmore Mo tor Products Sports Centre
Session Length: January 14 - February 27
dynamic and professional manner Cost:
• The goal is to create and deliver an exceptional guest Members Rate: $112/session (includes 14 classes)
experience for all in attendance Non-members Rate: $126/session (includes 14 classes)
• Oversee and run Drop-in Rate: $12/c lass

promotional activities
• Ensure event display is maintained and fully stocked with all
supplies
moves like high knees, burpees, and jumping jacks are interchanged with isometric
• Clean up and leave each destination clean and tidy as it was
prior to your arrival
QUALIFICATIONS
• Willing to work outside and in colder temperatures
• Responsible to get themselves to and from the venue
Description: Please note this is a non-dance based class. STRONG by Zumba is a
revolutionary high-intensity, music led workout where every move is synced to a
beat, pushing you harder to give it everything you've got. Plyometric or explosive
moves like lunges, squats, and kickboxing.
For more information please call the Strathmore Motor Products Sports Centre at
(403) 361-2121.

Seniors
• Previous promotional and customer service experience is an
asset
• A passion for hockey is an asset

COFFEE
• Previous brand ambassador experience is an asset
• Energetic, approachable and sociable
• Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to draw a crowd and captivate their attention
• Excellent presentation skills
Stop in, enjoy a cup of coffee and learn about
• Reliable, punctual and very professional travelling and your options.
STRATHMORE

• Able to maintain high energy/stamina levels for a long shift on

your feet
When: Wednesday, Dec 18, 2019
To apply, please email your resume to:
10:00 am - 11:00 am
RHTHjobs@sdimktg.com
Subject line “Hometown Hockey – Strathmore”. Where: Strathmore Municipal Library
85 Lakeside Blvd
Volunteers are also Needed for Rogers Guest Speaker: Local Travel Agencies
Hometown Hockey!
Have some extra time on your hands? Why not spend
a few hours giving back to your community?
TOWN OF

Hometown Hockey is coming to Strathmore

December 21st - 22nd, and we’re looking for
volunteers to spend a couple of hours helping during
the festival. Volunteers should be 18 or older and
must be able to work outdoors.
Sponsored by the
Sign up before December 18th by visiting: Seniors Advisory Committee
strathmore.ca/HometownHockey/

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Craft night
Musical fundraiser
theatre Kyla Janes, Alisa Wurz
at SHA and Melissa Zolmer
Alberta Musical The- got together for a girls’
atre Company of Ed- night out and made
monton was at Sacred festive barnwood
Heart Academy (SHA) signs at the George
on Nov. 15 to present Freeman Craft Night
their musical spin on fundraiser on Dec. 6.
the classic Sleeping All funds raised went
Beauty. They enlisted toward the playground
the help of some SHA loan.
students. Christine Foshaug
Brad Everett Photo Photo

Junior high leadership students Landon Hein, 13

Sierra Sloane, Ainsley Power, Ellie Reid and Sadie Powell (all 11 years old) and Desmond Kubin, 13 sold drinks at George
sold gummy bears at the Grade 6 entrepreneurship market, which was held Freeman School’s movie night on Nov. 29. More
before George Freeman School’s movie night on Nov. 29. Many of the stu- than 170 people attended and they raised $1,300
2019Tree of Hope dent businesses sold out of their inventory. In total, they raised $800 to go
toward their trip to the Alberta Legislature in the spring.
to go toward the playground loan.
Christine Foshaug Photos
For the 24th consecutive year,
you have the opportunity to
remember loved ones and support George Freeman School fundraising
the Strathmore Hospital and
Home Care With A Donation to the for playground
Hospital Foundation.
CHRISTINE FOSHAUG a Christmas Craft Night on Friday, Dec. 6.
Names of those remembered Times Contributor Students are also involved in the fundraising ef-
and the Donor will be put on a forts. Junior high leadership classes hosted a mov-
Raising $73,000 sounds like a daunting task but ie night on Friday, Nov. 29.
Decorative Ornament and be placed the staff, students and parents at George Freeman “Movie night was great,” said McDonald. “We
on the Christmas Tree in the School (GFS) have come up with a number of cre- had over 170 people in attendance and made a
Hospital Lobby. ative ways to raise funds. profit of $1,300 through admission and concession
Donations of $10 or more receive
The Keith Schneider Community Playground sales. The money will go toward the loan we have
an income tax receipt. at GFS, which features a merry-go-round, a bee- for the playground. Home Hardware donated their
hive/spider web, slides, flipping bars, tall trees popcorn machine and popcorn, which was very
Clip & Mail this ad or list names on a separate sheet of paper and a parkour course, was completed in time for kind and helpful.”
Submit donations to: Strathmore District Health Services the start of the 2019-20 school year. However, the Between January and August, they raised
200 Brent Blvd., Strathmore, AB T1P 1J9 school had to borrow $73,000. $97,000 through fundraising and sponsorships.
Donors Name & Address: ____________________________________________________ In total, the playground cost $420,000. A govern- Fundraising will continue for the rest of the school
_________________________________________________________________________
ment grant of $250,000 and a $50,000 sponsorship year, since the loan has to be paid off by the end
from the Town of Strathmore were instrumental in of June.
_________________________________________________________________________
seeing the project come to fruition. Meat sales, which are the most profitable school
In Memory of: ____________________________________________________________
“It is truly a community playground, not just fundraisers, will be held again in February and
Christmas Greeting to: ______________________________________________________ a school playground,” said associate principal May. Students will participate in a walk-a-thon in
Donation Amount:__________________________________________________________ Jill McDonald. “It’s accessible with pour-in-place April, and there will be a paintball event in June.
Please make cheques payable to SDHS Foundation Tree of Hope rubber surfacing to allow strollers, walkers and From December to March, the school will be
wheelchairs to use it.” selling tickets for a cash raffle, with a grand prize
McDonald and a parent committee are respon- of $10,000. The fundraising committee’s goal is
sible for coming up with fundraising campaigns to exceed the $73,000 loan payment so they can
and implementing them. In September, they had a incorporate a picnic patio into the playground.
Welcome Back Family Barbecue and a Sobeys gift Swings are also on the wish list.
card fundraiser. In October, they sold meat (ba- “It is amazing seeing how busy the playground
Bow River Alliance Church, Carsland RCCG Peculiar People Assembly Services
403-934-9337 con, beef, chicken and pork). And they’re holding is,” explained McDonald. “There are consistently
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& Community
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Hope Community Covenant Church 403-934-3025
403-934-2424 Advent theme during regular Sunday Morning
place. It allows
Dec. 24 5:30 p.m. & 7 p.m.
Christmas Eve Services
services at 10:30 a.m.
on Dec. 1, 8, 15 & 22
Support Services everyone to be ac-
tive, which is one
Dec. 15 Youth-led Service and of the main pil-

LUNCH & LEARN

Nazareth Lutheran Church, Standard
403-644-3848 Christmas Pageant
Dec 24 7:30 p.m. Christmas Eve Service,
lars of our school
Dec. 21 6:30 p.m. Longest Night Service
Dec. 22 10:30 a.m. Children’s Christmas Candle Light Closing to Silent Night and is designed
Program Lord of All Lutheran Church to meet the needs
Dec. 24 4 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight
Worship with Holy Communion
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Dec. 25 10 a.m. Christmas Mass Service in support of SOS shelter students also love
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Lodge.
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services at 10 a.m. the playground
and Carols Service
on Dec. 1, 8, 15 & 22
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NOTE: Sessions are free to all Wheatland is important and
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Western Irrigation District Memories - Vern Hoff

JOHN GODSMAN
Times Contributor
The family name Hoff originated in Germany in
1450. Vern’s dad Adolf was born in 1906, in Gluck-
stadt, Germany and was the first of the family to move
to Canada, in 1923.
Vern’s mother May Kirstein was born in Gleichen.
Her family originated in Posen, Germany, and started
homesteading in the Gleichen/Cluny area in 1901.
Adolf went on a tour of California in 1926 and vis-
ited the Imperial Valley where he got his first glimpse
of the advantages of flood irrigation. He was perma-
nently impressed and on returning to Canada, started
digging ditches to irrigate his first crop the following
year. In 1927, irrigation was provided by gravity and
as a result of the results achieved, the Hoff family has
been irrigating ever since.
Vern was born in 1932 in Cluny. He married Jo
Clandfield from Calgary in 1956. She was a wonderful
farm wife, who sadly passed away in 2013.
Between 1927 and 1946, flood
irrigation was replaced by hand
moves and then wheel moves
when pumps were introduced.
What a change this made, as now
one could actually pump water
uphill.
Vern started irrigating in 1961,
using hand moves and flood ir-
rigation on levelled land. He
brought the first pivot into the
Western Irrigation District in
1969. It was a very dry year, but
with this new equipment, he
paid for it in one season, grow-
ing peas. During the growing season, he moved the
pivot to three different locations. A lot of hard work,
because everything had to be moved manually, in-
cluding the main line and kill wire.
Vern remembers a farmer mov-
ing a pivot across Highway 817
and stopping traffic both ways for
15 minutes. This was in the days of
water drive pivots, but nowadays
they are run by electric power,
which permits lower pressure and
more efficient water use.
Vern served on the Western Ir-
rigation District board from 1980
to 1994, then from 1995 to 2010
he served as chair of the Alberta
Irrigation Council. He stated that
irrigation has a fantastic future, for
food and animal production. With
climate change, irrigation will be needed more than
ever.

Albertans share during holiday season

LEELA SHARON AHEER
Chestermere-Strathmore MLA
Hello Strathmore! It is sure nice to see the Christmas
lights go up and to attend concerts, hearing Christmas car-
ols and messages of joy and peace. I start singing carols on
Nov. 12 and keep them playing until Dec. 26.
The Honourable Lieutenant Governor Lois Mitchell
joined in to sing carols with us in the Legislature last week.
What a treat to have her with us as we wrapped up a very
successful and very full session. For our Jewish friends,
Hanukkah begins on Dec. 22 and goes until sundown on
Dec. 30 with the lighting of the menorah in celebration
of the Festival of Lights. Hanukkah means “dedication” in
Hebrew.
There will be many feasts over the season of giving, so
make sure that you are well hydrated (meaning water), and
that you take the time to walk off extra calories from the
eggnog and home baked cookies that we consume over
the holidays.
Sadly, there are many who have a very difficult time
over the holidays. Did you know that Alberta, per capita,
is one of the most generous places in the world? Even in
the downturn. That says a lot about Albertans. If you can,
please donate as we head into the New Year. We have so
much to be grateful for, and let’s remember to take care
of our neighbours by volunteering our time and money to
great causes in our local areas. A simple visit to a lonely
senior or a donation of warm winter clothes can make all
the difference in someone’s life. Thank you to the amazing
folks at our local food banks, shelters, churches, mosques,
synagogues and other places of worship, and many other
organizations who work so hard to help the people of our
communities have safe places to gather and share in the
spirit of the season.
Albertans are unbelievably frustrated because of the fed-
eral barriers being imposed on our economy and on our
people. Premier Kenney has put together a Fair Deal for Al-
berta Panel that will be travelling the province to get your
feedback and wisdom. Alberta has contributed the most to
Canada’s prosperity because of our amazing and respon-
sibly developed resources. Why are we being penalized
for this? The Premier intends to open offices in Ottawa,
Quebec and B.C to help explain and defend our position
in the federation, and to help us secure a fair deal for our
beautiful province. Here are some of the actions that are
being considered by our government: eral cash transfers under the Canada Health and
• Establishing a provincial revenue agency to Social Transfers.
collect provincial taxes directly by ending the • Establishing a formalized provincial constitu-
Canada-Alberta Tax Collection Agreement, while tion.
joining Quebec in seeking an agreement to col- The Fair Deal Panel will consist of the follow-
lect federal taxes within the province. ing members: Honourable Preston Manning PC
• Creating an Alberta Pension Plan by with- CC AOE, Stephen Lougheed, Oryssia Lennie CM,
drawing from the Canada Pension Plan. Jason Goodstriker, Donna Kennedy-Glans QC,
• Establishing a provincial police force by end- Moin Yahya PhD JD, Drew Barnes MLA, Miranda
ing the Alberta Police Service Agreement with Rosin MLA and Tany Yao MLA. To find a panel,
the Government of Canada. submit your input, or sign up for email updates,
• Emulating Quebec’s practice of playing a visit: alberta.ca/fair-deal-panel.aspx#toc-3.
larger role in international relations, in part by It would be great to see you this coming week-
seeking Alberta representation in treaty negotia- end! Please join me:
tions that affect Alberta’s interests. Saturday, Dec. 14 – Chestermere Community
• Emulating Quebec’s legal requirement that Christmas Party, Rec. Centre Main Hall, 1-2:15
public bodies, including municipalities and p.m.; Gifts of Kindness, Rec. Centre Main Hall
school boards, obtain the approval of the pro- 2:30-3:30 p.m.
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agreements with the federal government. Grounds Coffee House, Langdon, 12-2 p.m.; Meet
• Using the existing provincial power to ap- and greet at Strathmore Civic Centre, Chuck Mer-
point the Chief Firearms Office for Alberta. cer Room, 3-5 p.m.
• Opting out of federal cost share programs
with full compensation, such as the federal gov- (Leela Sharon Aheer is the MLA Elect for Ches-
ernment’s proposed pharmacare program. termere-Strathmore, Minister of Status of Women
• Seeking an exchange of tax points for fed- and Minister of Culture and Multiculturalism)
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SPORTS Local pitcher

signs to play at
Hawaii Pacific
University
ADELLE ELLIS
Times Reporter

Hard work and motivation has helped one

local athlete secure a full-paid scholarship to

Storm surge!
The Strathmore Storm bantam B female team was firing on
all cylinders as they defeated Cardston 16-0 on Dec. 8 at the
Strathmore Family Centre. The Storm will now hit the road for a
pair of games in Red Deer and Okotoks on Dec. 14-15.
Doug Taylor Photo
Chiefs make a point
The Wheatland Chiefs improved to 11-2-3 on the season after taking
the NWCCA Stamps to a 3-3 draw on Dec. 7 at the Strathmore Fam-
ily Centre. The local double-A midget team is preparing to host the
Lethbridge Hurricanes on Dec. 15 (1:30 p.m.) at the Strathmore Family
Centre. Doug Taylor Photo
play softball at Hawaii Pacific University.
Alexis Appleyard, a 17-year-old Grade 12
student at Holy Cross Collegiate (HCC) has
been playing softball for 10 years. Most re-
cently, she played for the Alberta Elite team
as a pitcher.
“I enjoy the team atmosphere and having

HCC basketball season starts

BRAD EVERETT
Times Contributor
The 2019-20 Holy Cross Col-
legiate Hawks senior high bas-
ketball season kicked off last
weekend (Dec. 6-7) with the
girls hosting their home tour-
nament and boys travelling
to St. Joseph’s Collegiate in
Brooks.
The girls’ season got off to
a rough start with a loss to
Bearspaw Christian School in
their Friday game and then
losses on Saturday to teams
from Didsbury and Caroline.
“The girls played strong
defense and showed a lot of
speed and aggression,” said
coach Michelle Leitner. “Al-
though we would have liked
to finish in a higher position,
the girls showed a lot of im-
provement between our first
and third game, and I’m ex-
cited to see how they progress
throughout the season.”
With a combination of league
games and tournaments ahead,
Leitner hopes the team will
host zones and make it into the
league playoffs.
The senior boys fared a bit
better with an 86-64 win over
the Rosemary Rockets on Fri-
day. Saturday was less success-
ful with a 95-53 loss to the host
St. Joseph’s Crusaders followed
by a 83-51 loss to the Vauxhall
Vikings in back-to-back games
“There are a lot of things
to evaluate after this past
weekend,” said Hawks coach
Joshua Jalbert. “It was good
to get some games under our
belt and we learned a lot. Our
three-point shooting was quite
strong this past weekend, I was
very happy with that. Our big-
gest struggle was our decision
making – it led to a lot of turn-
overs and easy baskets for the
opposing teams.”
Jalbert’s goal is for the team
to finish in the top three in
zones, and then win zones and
compete in provincials again
this year.
“I’m looking forward to our
home tournament (Dec. 13-14)
and I know the guys are excit-
ed to play in front of the home
crowd,” Jalbert said. “I’m antici-
pating that after a league game
and a week of practice we will
compete at a higher level. It’s
still quite early in the season
so I’m not sure what the other
teams will look like. I am hop-
ing we can make it to the final
and would be happy to meet
St. Joseph’s again.”
The Hawks’ first game of
their home tournament is Dec.
13 at 2:30 p.m.
Aubrey Hunter of the HCC Hawks drives up the floor in
their Saturday game against the Didsbury Dragons at
the Hawks home tournament this past weekend.
Bennett Everett of the HCC Hawks puts up a jumper
against the Vauxhall Vikings at the St. Joseph’s Col-
legiate tournament in Brooks this past weekend.
Brad Everett Photos
a second family that I can always rely on,”
said Appleyard. “Alberta Elite allowed other
girls and I to travel to showcase tournaments
across the United States to allow university
coaches to come watch us. By doing this,
coaches were able to offer us scholarships
and paid visits to come see their schools.”
Appleyard will be pitching for the Hawaii
Pacific Sharks at Hawaii Pacific University
for four full years. Along with playing on
the university team, she received a full four-
year scholarship covering her tuition to study
business with a focus on finance and eco-
nomics.
“Playing for a university team has always
been a dream of mine because it will allow
me to go to school for free, which will make
my future a little easier,” said Appleyard, who
added that she wants to study business as it
has always been an interest of hers and she
hopes that it will also allow her the opportu-
nity to travel for work in the future.
Appleyard is ready for the challenges and
opportunities that playing on a university
team will bring and is no stranger to hard
work. To prepare for her time at Hawaii Pa-
cific University, she trains with daily work-
outs at the gym and practices throwing every
other day. Her favourite parts of playing soft-
ball are pitching and hitting, so she knows
she needs to keep strong to play at the next
level.
“I believe my biggest asset was my moti-
vation, because without it I wouldn’t have
pushed myself to train as hard as I did, to be-
come the athlete I am today,” said Appleyard.
She encourages other athletes to work as
hard as they can to reach their goals. “It is
important to aim for perfection in order to
achieve greatness, because why be average
when you can be great.”

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TRUSCOTT, DOORE-MCHUGH, many acts of kindness and generosity toward
John Earl Nakai Freddie Leroy Fandry’s Family while he was in the
John Truscott, 65, passed away, due In Loving Memory hospital and after his death.
to health complications on November of My Angel Baby Son: The visitors, flowers, cards, delicious food and
27th, 2019 in Strathmore, Alberta. An Angel in the book of life all the hours of work done to support us and
John was born on August 2, 1954, in Harrowsmith, wrote down my son’s birth make Leroy’s funeral a memorable tribute are
Ontario. He moved out west in the 70’s and pursued and whispered as she closed the book greatly appreciated.
his passion for vehicles. He worked in the auto indus- “Too Beautiful for Earth.”
try, drove truck and attended numerous car shows. Burial: December 9, 2019 We are so blessed to live in such a caring
John is survived by his loving daughter, Aislinn Ger- community.
ber; cousin, Phil Sweet and numerous nieces and Love Darlene and Family.
nephews.
He was predeceased by his father and mother, Clifton
Truscott and Rose Truscott; four brothers, Vic Truscott,
Leo Truscott, Neil Truscott and Sam Truscott; as well
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for Kings
MARIO PRUSINA
Times Editor
Even though the results would make
any coach cringe – being outscored 13-2
in a pair of games – there are plenty of
lessons the Wheatland Kings can learn
according to their new head coach.
After a 7-2 road loss to Coaldale on
Dec. 7, the Kings returned to the Strath-
more Family Centre to face the top team
in the league the following night, falling
6-0 to the Okotoks Oilers and their 24-
1-0 record.
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According to head coach Ron West,
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despite the pair of losses, it was enlight-

ening to see how the top teams in the
league compete, particularly Okotoks.
“It was a tough weekend – two of the
best teams in (the league) – bar none
and you just have to deal with it,” said
West. “Now we’ve seen Okotoks – they
are the best and you can tell. Bottom
line is defence. They are very good at
their defence – it’s 6-0 for a reason. And
it’s 6-0 because how good they play on
D. Their breakouts are excellent, their
O zone is excellent, but their defence is
absolutely perfect.
“We have to learn to be better in our
D zone, right? We just witnessed how
hard it is. When a defensive team plays
good, then it’s no problem. It’s up to us
to play the same way.”
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It is with great sadness that we, Lorne’s family, wife
Elaine, sons Shawn (Donna), Cary (Kristina), daughter
Blais (Duane) and their children along with his brother CORRECTION
Bruce (Verna) and families, announce his passing. He Please note in the ad on
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aunts, uncles and cousins. He loved his extended
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a “jock” and loved outdoor life, especially snow and September 2020 Shopping Bus
waterskiing, motorbiking, jogging and cycling. Re-
cently, he has enjoyed escaping the winter, walking is September 8th.
on the beaches of Puerto Escondido, Mexico lapping
up the soothing sound of the ocean and the warmth
of the sun. Donations may be made directly to the
Wheatland & Area Hospice Society (PO Box 2154,
Strathmore, AB, T1P 1K2 or at wheatlandhospice.
ca/donate). A Celebration of Life service will be held

NOTICE
on Monday, December 16, 2019 at Hope Commu-
According to West, who took over the nity Covenant Church (245 Brent Blvd, Strathmore) at
reins of the Kings two weeks ago after 2:00 p.m. To send condolences, please visit Lorne’s
the release of former coach Joel Robin- obituary at www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca
son, the Oilers are by far the best team After 4:30 pm
Merry Christmas &
in the league and arguably the best Ju-
nior B team in the nation. December 31, 2019
However, with their tough weekend
Your WID Assessment
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weekend at the Strathmore Family Cen- HORNE, Linda Kaye During the holidays
tre. The team will host the Lomond Lak- August 27, 1948 increases by a
ers on Dec. 14 (8 p.m.), before tangling our office will be
with another top team in Airdrie the fol-
– December 9, 2019
Linda passed away at the Strathmore 9% Penalty Charge
lowing day at 4:45 p.m.
“We have to work hard and our goal
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DECEMBER by mailing or dropping off a
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West. “(Our boys) don’t quit. The battle post-dated cheque today.
is there, the commitment is there; it’s condolences, please visit Linda’s obituary at www.
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just a matter of now getting the systems
in place that have been lacking. It’s time
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TENDER
Duties include heavy lifting, planting nursery Housekeeping and some
THE LEGION KITCHEN stock, equipment operation, weed control. driving. 15 miles east
AS OF JANUARY 2020. No qualifications required Strathmore Station of Strathmore on
as training is provided. Restaurant & Pub Highway #1.
PLEASE DROP OFF YOUR TENDER / RESUME 40 hrs/week based on a 6 day work week.
AT THE LEGION BAR, 230 - 2nd AVENUE, April 2 - November 15, 2020.
380 Ridge Road
Call 403-734-3430
Strathmore AB
IN A SEALED ENVELOPE Starting wage $15 per hour. Is Hiring:
ADDRESSED TO THE ATTENTION OF THE
KITCHEN CHAIRMAN.
Send cover letter and resume to
ted@treetotreenurseries.ca
1 Permanent, Full Time Part Time
Cook RDA II
QUALITY FARM LAND $15.20 Hourly, for 40 Hours per week, for Fridays and
Strathmore Station start ASAP
FOR SALE BY TENDER some Saturdays
Restaurant & Pub Minimum 2-3 years Experience
The following property is offered for sale by tender has full and part time for dental office
subject to the restrictions in the existing certificate positions available for: Specific Skills: in Strathmore.
of title: Prep and cook full course meals and individual
PLAN 6349 AV Pub & Restaurant dishes. Ensure quality of food and determine size Email resume to
and food proportions, plan menus, food costs,
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CONTAINING 61.9 HECTARES (153 ACRES) kitchen and food service areas. Adhere to policies shaw.ca
MORE OR LESS Must be over 18 years and have ProServe, and procedures in preparation, cooking and safe
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CONTAINING 55.8 HECTARES (138 ACRES)
REELfacts within 30 days of hire same. Work with specialized cooking equipment REAL ESTATE
MORE OR LESS $15/hr (deep fryer, etc) and work with minimal supervision. GREAT SASKATCHEWAN
The property is located 2.5 miles south of Rockyford Experience preferred, Organized job task planning abilities, flexibility, FARMLAND with Mineral
and 2.5 miles east on Township Road 261 and Range but will train suitable candidates reliability, initiative, significant use of memory, and
Road 230 - Southwest corner. Annual surface lease paying attention to details is also required skills.
Rights. 160 Acres Priced at
the low end of SK average
revenue currently $7,445.00. 291 acres (more or less) Also, must have the ability to work well with others with a 4.85% return/year
total, approximately 280 acres cultivated. Please apply with resume in person to in a fast-paced environment while under pressure. on investment. 2/3rds min-
Peter or Joanne Mon-Fri 11am-4pm Standing and/or walking for extended periods, some eral rights included in price.
Possession Date March 27, 2020. lifting. Must Speak, Read, Write fluent English.
@ 380 Ridge Road, Strathmore Long term 10 year lease.
Tender Agreements may be acquired from and Great land and value. Call
returned to: How to Apply: with resume by email to Doug 306-716-2671.
Lynn Woods Law Office strathmorestationjobs@gmail.com or In Person to
Box 2335, #101 318 3rd Ave. Peter Klironomos at 380 Ridge Road, Strathmore AB
www.StrathmoreTimes.com
$GAS CITY 20,000 sq ft half
Strathmore, AB T1P 1K3 T1P 1B5 between 13:00 and 17:00 block, 3 solid brick buildings;
Phone (403) 934-6333 Fax (403) 934-6355 One title, low maintenance.
Email: Lynn@strathmorelaw.ca 20 rentals appraised $3
million turn key. $750,000
Sealed Tender Agreements must be accompanied by Manderley Turf Products Inc.
firm; 403-821-deal(3325);
a 10% deposit in the form of a bank draft payable to
255041 Twp Rd 234 gascityads@gmail.com;
Lynn Woods Law Office in Trust, and must be received
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no later than 4:00 pm on February 21, 2020. Tenders
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accepted. The deposits of unsuccessful tenderers GET YOUR
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HELP WANTED
RECEPTIONIST LABOURERS
Seasonal, Full-Time Work
403-934-5589
Golden Hills School Division invites applications 5 Vacancies RENTALS
for a Casual part-time Receptionist at our division Job Length is 4-6 Months CHINOOK III. 1 bdrm or 2
Strathmore Station office in Strathmore to work one day per week bdrm. ½ month rent free
Restaurant & Pub Wage is $15.50/hr
on an on-call basis. A flexible schedule will be with a six month lease. Heat
380 Ridge Road considered an asset. Additional duties may also be Benefits include: & water included. No pets.
Strathmore AB assigned. The position is to commence January 6, 4% Vacation Pay per payperiod. Please call for availability.
Is Hiring: 2020. Medical Insurance provided. Call Keli 403-324-2944.
1 Permanent, Full Time
Must possess the following attributes: Duties include:
Banquet & Catering • Outstanding customer service and
communication skills
• Operation of tractors to mow grass,
cultivate and seed fields.
EMERALD
MANAGEMENT
Service Manager • Ability to Multi-task and communicate effectively
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suite
• Harvesting sod.
& REALTY LTD.
$21.63 Hourly, for 35-44 Hours per week • High School Diploma
• Equipment Maintenance. WESTMOUNT DR.
Experience: 3 to 5 years • Irrigation work, moving irrigation systems,
set up and take down. 1 & 2 bedroom
A clear criminal record check and child intervention
• Yard Maintenance. bungalow, bi-lvl
and evaluate daily operations, while ensuring
record check will be required as a condition of
• Pallet Repairs. & 2 stry units with
that all health, safety, and liquor legislation and employment.
• Lots of repetitive tasks, handling heavy parking, some
regulations are followed.
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to detail, sitting, standing, walking, bending,
use of facilities. Determine type of service offered, documentation to the undersigned on or before & include W/D.
9:00 a.m. on Monday December 16, 2019. The crouching and kneeling.
Family Friendly.
position will remain open until a suitable candidate
plans. Responsible for hiring, training, scheduling, is found. No Pets.
Expected start date April 25 - Oct. 31, 2020.
evaluation, and supervision of 5-10 staff. From $845.
Must possess great oral communication, excellent Human Resources Department + Utilities.
$44
WELDERS Apply by mail or email only.
problem solving skills, and organized job task Golden Hills School Division No. 75
Please contact our
planning abilities. Must be customer
/HR service 435 A Highway No.1 Mailing address: 55403 Range Road,
Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1J4 Leasing Team:
oriented and be able to work under pressure in a
+ BENEFITS 222 Sturgeon County, AB. TOA 1N1
fast-paced environment while paying attention to Phone: 403-934-5121
Email address:
403-237-8811
and/or walking for extended periods. Fax: 403-934-5124 or 934-5125
to: hr146@boilermakers.ca bjones@manderley.com
Speak, Read, Write English 458 e-mail: humanresources@ghsd75.ca
APARTMENTS
How to Apply: In Person between
12:00 and 17:00, or By E-mail to
FOR RENT
strathmorestationjobs@gmail.com 3 Bedroom Condos
Seasonal Nursery for Rent
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and Greenhouse Jobs 2 Storey, 3 Bedroom
Units downtown
Job includes maintaining plants, potting, -
planting, harvesting trees, loading and 1&2 Bedroom Units
Full-time Seasonal in adult only building
Positions Starting unloading trucks, assembling orders etc. -
April 2020 Applicants should be willing to learn and Tenants pay all utilities
$44
able to do physical work. Horticulture For more information
/HR Send Resumes to: experience an asset. Applicants require please call
anita@eaglelakenurseries.com their own transportation to rural address STRATHMORE
+ BENEFITS HOMES LTD
5kms east of Strathmore. Starting wage Hanneke
Fax 403-934-3626 $15 per hour. 403-934-5687
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The Rogers Hometown Hockey Tour is coming to Strathmore!

Rogers Hometown Hockey is coming to Strathmore, Saturday, December 21, and Sunday, December 22! Stop in
and enjoy a FREE winter festival featuring hockey-related activities, NHL Alumni appearances, music, food and fun
for the whole family. The festival will wrap up with an outdoor viewing party of a LIVE NHL BROADCAST from the
Sportsnet Mobile Studio, onsite. The broadcast will feature the Calgary Flames vs Dallas Stars, NHL hockey game
that will be played in Dallas December 22.
Festival Information -Family Centre Arena Parking Lot
Location: The Rogers Hometown Hockey Tour will be at the Family Centre parking lot on December 21 and 22,
2019. Family Centre Arena Address: 160 Brent Blvd, Strathmore, AB T1P 1E9
Outdoor Festival Hours:
Saturday, December 21 – 12:00pm to 6:00pm
Sunday, December 22– 12:00pm to 9:00pm/10:00pm (conclusion of the live broadcast)
The Parade of Champions will occur Sunday at approximately 4pm! This is a parade of local sports teams showing
their Hometown Hockey spirit!
Charity Hockey Game, Dec. 21 -7:00pm, RCMP/Strathmore Fire Department vs. Local Female Hockey/Ringette
Team, inside the Strathmore Family Centre Arena.

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Strathmore Event: December 21st (12PM to 6PM) - 22nd (12PM to 10PM)

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Home Start the celebration off right! Thanks to the Strathmore
town Chamber of Commerce, a kick-off event will be held in
Hocke Downtown Strathmore from 8-11:30am on Saturday
y December 21st! Businesses are invited to participate and
TOWN OF

FREE SWAG BAGS will be given away! Heated Tents, a fun

photo booth, Firepits, music, celebrity photo ops and more.
CONTEST
Paint the Town Red Contest: We invited local businesses to participate and decorate the exterior of their business with anything RED! Use your
All businesses are invited to decorate the outside of your
imagination, ANYTHING red! Prizes, $500 for first place and $250 for second place, will be announced at the Downtown Kickoff at 9am. Judges will be
outbusiness with the
between December 15 theme - Paint
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store fronts. PleaseRED. Anything
text 403.901.3472Red
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the Town Red Contest.
Free Pancake Breakfast:
Use your Bring by the Judging
imagination. family for afrom
free breakfast, from 8am-10am.
Dec 15th-20th.
S’more Tasting and Judging Competition: It’s the battle of the S’mores. Bring your creative interpretation of a S’more for our celebrity and dignitary
Prizes awarded Dec 21st at Kick Off Event.
judges to taste. Open to all ages, from 10:30-11:30am.

SWAG BAGS
WE hope to give out up to 200 SWAG bags at the kick off
www.strathmore.ca
event.
Please let us know by Dec 17th if you have anything to add.
This could be
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Text 403-901-3472 & The Chamber will pick up.