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Regardless of thunderous foot stomping, roaring applause, numerous standing ovations, and unanimous
chanting by hundreds of Albertan farmers pleading
their case to kill what is often referred to as the ominous Bill 6, NDP Minister of Agriculture and Forestry
Oneil Carlier announced he will continue to vote in
favour of the legislation when it comes time for a decision.
The announcement proved disappointing to 500
farmers, who, many with their children in tow, attended the Dec. 5 town hall meeting in Bassano. After
nearly two hours of raising concerns, asking questions, and highlighting fears about their livelihoods in
regards to penalties associated with the bill, farmers
and ranchers pushed for an answer on the agriculture
ministers personal views and loyalties to the industrys workers in relation to Bill 6.
I absolutely heard the constituents, I think Derek
[Fildebrandt] knows this, said Carlier. Will I stand in
the legislature and stand with the Wildrose to kill this
bill, or will I stand with my colleagues and pass it? I
will stand with my colleagues. Im only being honest.
Strathmore/Brooks Wildrose MLA Derek Fildebrandt organized the event after controversy surrounding the legislation resulted in numerous protests
province-wide and various meetings across Alberta in
an effort to slow down the bill or derail it entirely.
Bill 6 the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch
Workers Act, will subject farms and ranches to provincial Occupational Health and Safety laws, and make
Workers Compensation Board insurance mandatory
for paid agricultural workers. Much debate followed
over the past few weeks due to what the NDP have
called miscommunication and a lack of consultation
with farmers and ranchers.
While Carlier stated over the weekend that changes
will occur to the legislation, those in attendance in
Bassano remained vexed at his remarks to side with
his colleagues and not the farmers. In response farmers asked Fildebrandt whether the Wildrose Party intends to kill the bill if voted into government.
The short answer is yes, the long answer is, improvements can be made to legislation around farm
safety; this bill doesnt do it, Fildebrandt said. Now,
when its all said and done, when the government
rams this through, perhaps there will be parts that
can be kept. But the way we do it, were going to send
this to a committee. If theres a Wildrose government
you will see consultations. Maybe some of the parts
of this bill stay, but surely some parts will not. Youll
have your say, farmers will be heard, and Bill 6 as it
stands before the legislature right now will not stay in
existence if we are forming government.
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Hundreds of farmers raised their hands when Wildrose MLA Derek Fildebrandt asked who wanted to kill Bill 6. Cam Morishita (l) and Maureen Williams, who farm in Rosemary, attended the Bassano town hall meeting on
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Enmity and criticism remained steadfast against the controversial Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers
Act, after hundreds of agriculture industry workers received
what they considered evasive responses to their tailored
questions at the Bassano town hall meeting on Dec. 5.
The platform, organized by the opposition Wildrose Party,
provided over 500 farmers the opportunity to address their
concerns and questions to the NDP Minister of Agriculture
and Forestry Oneil Carlier directly.
While many farmers voiced their frustration regarding the
lack of communication and misinformation surrounding Bill
6, others spoke out about their rights and worries relating to
their livelihood.
The reality of it is, 98 per cent of all farms in Alberta are
family-owned, and we are here today to tell you that we
are going to stick together; all of us, said Aleta Steinbach,
whose family has farmed in Alberta for 119 years.
We deserve the right to choose WCB or private insurance
that suits our operation. Rachel Notley said WCB was failing workers and today she wants to saddle the farmers and
ranchers with it. Private insurance covers a lot more than
WCB. Are we going to legally get the right to choose our best
insurance? You say one child is too many to die, and not one
person disagrees with you.
Last year by your records we had 17 agriculture-related
deaths. How about all the deaths that are on our highways;
350 last year. Thats the most regulated and policed in our
country. How about the 31 poor children that died in government care in Alberta last year? They are just as important as
our one agriculture child.
The bill, which seeks to extend workers compensation and
Occupational Health and Safety legislation to paid employees on Alberta farms and ranches raised red flags provincewide resulting in protests and rallies demanding to shelve
the bill or kill it entirely.
Farmers and ranchers banded together when the NDP government failed to consult the industry workers on Bill 6.
Im here so I can have this open and honest conversation,
and we know that you are the experts and all of us want our
employees safe at work, said Carlier, who was praised by
Fildebrandt for accepting his invitation to attend the meeting.
Of course farming and ranching is more than a job, its a
way of life. Myself, ministers, MLAs and our premier have all
heard from farmers and ranchers who are concerned this bill
will divert their way of life. We take those concerns very seriously because that was never the intent of this bill. On behalf
of our whole caucus we are sorry. We shouldve provided the
details about how we planned to protect ranch and farming

families when we first introduced this bill.
Carlier added that the government is currently working
on amendments to the bill, and assured the crowd that the
government will consult and collaborate with farmers and
ranchers to ensure the regulations make sense. Furthermore,
he said that family members and neighbours will still help
out around the farm, children will continue to participate
in 4-H, and that the bill only pertains to paid farmers. As a
response one farmer asked the crowd to raise their hands
if they have ever received money from their farm, resulting
in most of the hands shooting up into the air. The minister
was also asked whether farms could be seized as collateral
if they are unable to pay fines associated with the bill, that
many farmers said they cant afford to pay. Stuart Thiessen,
feedlot operator of Namaka Farms, attended the meeting and
commented on the difficulties of finding answers to comply
with the bill.
Im very concerned about the lack of communication of
both parts, and we have now moved to a point where the
rhetoric is loud on both sides, were not talking, he said.
I have to implement WCB come Jan. 1, and I cannot get
answers on how to do this. I dont know what Im supposed
to do. I have a farmer who delivers to me and hes not WCB.
Is he now my contractor? Am I going to do like all the other
big corporations and say nobody without WCB can come on
my site? That really hurts all the little guys that I deal with.
Im tired of fighting.
Natasha Lausen, whose familys grain farm is near Strathmore, helped organize a convoy that covered the distance
from Strathmore to Bassano. She also

echoed the concern of lack of transparency in communication, and said the
bill fails to acknowledge the values of
rural Alberta and the provisions of Alberta farm services.
Minister, I was at Okotoks and I believe that you and I can both agree that
the citizens who attended this meeting
were not shown the utmost respect,
Lausen said to Carlier.
The meeting was held outdoors in
a parking lot in the cold in December.
This government has lost the confidence of Albertas farmers. This bill is
flawed. We deserve clarity. Suspend it
now. Please demonstrate accountability
in facilitating meaningful discussions
with agricultural stakeholders in 2016.
While Minister Carlier said he would
vote with his colleagues in favour of the
bill when decisions need to be made, he
told the crowd he heard the constituents
and will take their concerns back to his
government. Also present at the twoand-a-half-hour long town hall meeting
were Conservative MP Martin Shields,
Wildrose MLA Dave Schneider, Wildrose
MLA Rick Strankman, and Shadow Minister of Health Drew Barnes.
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16, 2015, 7:00 PM: BYLAW NO. 15-30
TOWN OF
STRATHMORE
Bylaw No. 15-30: Proposed amendment to the Land Use District Map in
the Land Use Bylaw by changing the land use designation of Lots 9-10,
Block 31, Plan 2131JK (303 Waddy Lane) from R1 Single Detached
Residential District to R3M Medium Density Modest Residential District
as shown on Schedule A attached.
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The Public Hearing will be held at the Council Chambers, Strathmore
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procedures in accordance with the Town of Strathmore Council
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Mrs. Lisa Sader gave Council an Update on the progress the Town
has made since the Alberta Walkability Roadshow took place in
2015. Mrs. Sader thanked Council for all of the progress made on the
improvement of walking trails within the community.
Mr. Robert Breitwieser presented Council with an award that
Strathmore has won from the Choosewell Challenge called Creating
Supportive Environments.
Representative from the Hope for Syria Initiative spoke with Council.
The group is trying to bring a family from Syria to Strathmore.
Many fundraisers have taken place to raise funds to support the family
and local students, businesses and groups have all been involved.
The group would like Council to help relay accurate information to the
community and to help create a welcoming environment.
The group has a Facebook page and email address for anyone who
would like to get involved.
Council pledged the following support to the family being sponsored
by the Hope for Syria Group to come to Strathmore:
- A one year Library Family Pass
- A one year Family pass to the Family Centre
- A one year Family pass to the Aquatic Centre
- Support from Family Community Support Services
- Support from the Seniors Advisory Committee Buddy Program
- Support from the Strathmore Youth Club to provide programs free of
charge to the children of the family.
Mr. Waldo Munoz from the Chamber of Commerce spoke with Council
on a number of issues. The Harvest Healing Centre is currently exploring
a few initiatives including a Drop In Centre, a Soup Kitchen, a Resource
Centre and a Detox Centre. Mr. Munoz explained that the group is
looking for financial support at this time to get the programs up and
running.
Mr. Munoz also spoke with Council in regard to incentives for
companies to use local services.
Council directed Administration to meet with Mr. Munoz to discuss the
matters indicated.
Council gave first, second, third and final reading to Bylaw No. 15-39
Fees Bylaw Amendment Bylaw.
Council accepted the report on the Water Distribution Crossing WID
Wildflower to Strathmore Lakes for information.
Council postponed the matter of the replacement of the Fire
Department Truck to the December 16, 2015 Regular Council Meeting and
direct Administration to bring more information to Council on the truck.
Council approved the 2016 Operating and Capital Budget with the
exception of the Heritage Days Budget and with an amendment to the
FCSS budget to add an additional $20,000 for funding to community
programs as recommended in the report by the Deputy CAO.
Council approved the 2016 Operating Heritage Days Budget as
presented.
Council set the reserve minimum bid on 514 Hillview Gate (Plan
0513757, Block 11, Lot 8) equal to the Preliminary 2015 Assessment value
of $355,080.00.
Council appointed Councillor Sobol to the Traffic Advisory Committee.
Council appointed Mr. Jonathan Moore to the Strathmore United Way
Committee for one term ending October 30, 2016.
Council accepted the WADEMSA fire requisition rate for 2015
at $2.00/per capita and that Council direct Administration to inform
WADEMSA of this motion and in addition to let them know that Council is
further examining the WADEMSA proposal for future rates and will have
an answer for them by the end of January 2015.
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JUSTIN SEWARD
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WA D E M S As
Operations Director, Rob Witty, approached Wheatland County at
the Dec. 1 regular
council
meeting
with a request for
council to join the
municipalities of
Hussar and Standard and get on
board with the $2
per capita increase
on top of the original $2 per capita
already in place to
offset deficit expenses.
Alberta Health
Services has been
running on a deficit since they took
over the fire dispatch from WADEMSA in 2013,
and brought the
issue up to get
Wheatland Countys assistance.
When we lost
that function of
doing EMS dispatch, we also

lost the revenue
stream for dispatching
ambulances, said Witty.
In the dispatch centre they
call/ answer 9-11. They dispatch
EMS and fire as
well as their first
responders. Since
we no longer dispatch the EMS and
no longer get paid
to dispatch EMS,
obviously
that
was a significant
source of our revenues to keep the
centre open. Were
running a deficit
because were not
getting paid to do
EMS dispatch at
the same fire dispatch caller 9-1-1.
Wheatland
County agreed to
assist WADEMSA
in the per capita
funding requisition for the fire
dispatch.
Councilor
Ben
Armstrong
thought it was vital to keep the fire
dispatch on a local scale and that
is why council
had no problem
helping WADESMA out.
We need dispatch for our fire
service, said Armstrong.
We as council
agreed a few years
ago when Alberta

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Recreation costs increase

SHARON MCLEAY
Times Contributor

Dig a little deeper into your hockey
sock and bathing cap this year, as Strathmore council voted on Dec. 2 to approve
10 per cent flat fee increase on all usage
rates and facility fees, with increases up
to 35 per cent for advertising and facility
space. Fees apply to the Aquatic Centre,
Civic Centre and Family arena.
This is the third increase in a row to
bring up our fees to industry standard
and make them comparable fees, said
Tracy Simpson, Community Services Coordinator. We havent kept up increases
for about seven to nine years in a row,
so that is what we are proposing. We
are making changes in the facilities and
those changes are reflected in the fees.
Simpson presented the schedule of

fees to council and stated the fees will
bring Strathmore more in line with the
charges other centres use for fees. She
said some areas were modified to address the usage differences, such as the
holding capacity and advertisement revenues between the Gold and Blue hockey arenas.
Private dressing rooms fees in the arena will be increased by 30 per cent each
year for three years, and will be charged
a flat monthly rate for year-round use.
One of the meeting rooms will be
converted into office space and rented
at $425 per month and could be shared
between two to three user groups who
need office space in the arena. Storage
space will be charged $30-50 per month.
Councillor Steve Grajczyk asked if
there were any reductions for patrons

with special needs.
I realize what this is all about but I
think some of these people are struggling as it is, said Grajczyk.
Simpson replied there were no direct
fees reductions for low income and special need families; however, there are
many free promotions sponsored, such
as the Lions one free swimming time
per week that families and individuals
could utilize.
Councillor Walls asked whether the
fees were comparable and if this raise
will create a loss of use for the facilities.
For the arena we do compare and we
are very competitive with our ice rates,
the civic centre is a little lower but we
priced it to what we thought the community can bear. The aquatic centre is
a whole different thing; every pool is
so unique and offers very different programming. We do our best to compare
and we feel we are competitive to similar sized communities.
Simpson said she didnt think increases would decrease usage.
Councillor Pat Fule pointed out the facilities are repeatedly coming in with a
$2,135,000 deficit and the town has to
do something to address those costs.
Council passed first reading through
the third and final reading with a unanimous vote on Dec. 2. A schedule of new
fees will be available at the town office
and later posted on the website.
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Although Carlier said the meeting was
respectful, he was booed, called a liar,
and heard numerous demands for his
resignation. Earlier in the meeting he
addressed the crowd, apologizing on
behalf of the whole caucus, announced
amendments are currently in the works,
and admitted details shouldve been
provided when the bill was first introduced.
While the NDP minister spoke about
the determination to consult with farmers and create a made-in-Alberta solution, he remained resolute against sending the bill to a committee, as had been
proposed and demanded by Fildebrandt.
Its not whether I support this going
to committee or not, thats not relevant,
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we want to make sure that the 200 on
average that might get injured from Jan.
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I worry about not having that, Im
worried the delay that the senate committee might have. I would not support
sending it to the committee.
Much to Fildebrandts surprise, Carlier accepted the invitation to attend the
meeting, attempting to answer many of
the questions most answers farmers
felt were evasive.
However, without the technical team
Carlier wasnt able to provide answers
specifically dealing with the Workers
Compensation Board and Occupational
Health and Safety procedures.
Summing up the meeting, hundreds of
hands shot up in the air when MLA Fildebrandt asked who of the individuals
in attendance wanted him and the NDP
to kill Bill 6, which was followed by a
kill Bill 6 chant.
If the legislation is not shelved and
the bill is passed, changes are expected
to take effect on Jan. 1.
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REMEMBERING OUR ROOTS ~ Bob and Verla Beacome

JOHN GODSMAN
Times Contributor
Bobs family is thought to have originated in
England, but family history starts with his father
Robert Beacom in Ontario. In the early years Canada Post would change his surname from Beacom to Beacon, so Robert changed his name to
Beacome. End of problem!
Robert traveled by train to the High River area
in 1907, with a Mr. Hearn who purchased a team
of horses and a wagon, to move building materials from High River to Reid Hill, 11 kms northwest
of Vulcan. Here they built
a house and Mr. Hearn
started homesteading.
Robert was deemed too
young to start homesteading, so leaving Reid Hill,
he walked to the Bartch
Ranch five miles south of
Mossleigh and worked at
The Old Stone House, before continuing on foot
to Gleichen, where he
worked as a butcher for
Gleichen Cold Storage until 1914, when he joined the Canadian Army serving in France and Germany, before he was injured
when a piece of shrapnel entered his back. He
passed away in March 1961. After the war, Robert
returned to Gleichen and worked as a butcher for
Pacific Cold Storage, and met and married Thelma
Ingraham, from Boston, in 1921. They later built a
large two story farmhouse on their half section of
land southeast of Mossleigh and raised four
children. Bob was born in 1928, their third child,
and had two brothers and a sister. They attended
Sunset Valley one room school, a mile from the
farm, until it closed in the late 1930s, when they
were bused to Mossleigh School through Grade
11. At this time, Bobs Dad was the butcher for
the Sunset Valley Beef Ring a Co-op of farmers
who shared meat cuts with other families in the
vicinity, in the days before refrigeration. There is
an example of this at Pioneer Acres, near Irricana.
Bob, at the age of 17, left school after a disagreement with the principal who insisted cream was
heavier than milk! He attended SAIT in Calgary
for one term in 1947. At this time he had a girlfriend Verla Lausen, his future wife. Aided by
Verlas sister Francis who worked at CFCN Radio
in downtown Calgary, Bob took part in the radio
show The Pelican Man Show where he played
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party yet?
his guitar and sang Youre the only Star in my

Blue Heaven to Verla, who was listening to the
radio at her home in Carseland!
Verlas family originates from Denmark. Her
grandfather, Hans Lausen, moved to Iowa in
the 1800s. Her father Harry, mother Esther and
daughter Francis moved from Iowa to Carseland
in the early 1900s, by train with one cow and
luggage!
Verla was born in Strathmore in 1929, attended
by both Drs. Giffen (father and son), and attended
school at Carseland through Grade 10. She and
Bob met at a dance in Mossleigh, and they were
married on June 30, 1950
at
Knox United Church in
Calgary, with the reception
being held at the old Empress Hotel.
They had three children Byron (Glenda), and
daughter Breanna, living in
Standard, Glenda (Martin)
with sons Justin and Travis,
also living in Standard, and
Lyle (Debbie) who had no
children. Lyle passed away
suddenly at age 46, in 2006.
Bob held many interesting jobs throughout his
life, from being a builder in Strathmore, a farm labourer around Mossleigh, to grain buyer at Makepeace, but the one he treasures the most were
his 17 years as School Maintenance Supervisor for
The County of Wheatland. This was the highlight
of his working life, as he enjoyed excellent rapport
with everyone, particularly the county councillors
and his fellow workers. His goal was to ensure the
children of Wheatland County enjoyed attending
schools that were clean, well run, and had all the
amenities they needed. During his tenure, he and
Verla attended many SPOSA (School Plant Official Society Alberta) Conventions at different locations around the province. He retired just before
his 65th birthday, which allowed him to spend
more time at his favourite hobby woodworking.
He spent ten years working with Candy Tashlikowich, owner of Candys Corner, whose students
were learning tole painting on Bobs handmade
wooden items.
Bob and Verla have enjoyed their lives in the
Strathmore area, as well as the three years they
lived in the Black Diamond Lodge, and are now
enjoying their well earned retirement, at Wheatland Lodge.
Hope Bridges
hangs quilts
The Hope Bridges Societys
board members, coordinators, and local business owners, came out for the mounting of three painted quilts, as
part of the societys Painted
Quilt Project on Dec. 3. The
artwork was mounted to the
outside of the Leary Centre,
The Standard Shoe Shop,
and the Strathmore Chinook
Credit Union.
Miriam Ostermann and

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RCCG PECULIAR PEOPLE ASSEMBLY
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115A 3rd Avenue, Strathmore
403-667-7832
Pastor: Dunmoye Lawal
Sunday Worship: 10:30 am
Thursday Bible Study: 7 pm
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50 Maplewood Drive 403-934-2225
Senior Pastor: Rev. Les Fischer
Youth Pastor: Kyle Lomenda
New Office Hours:
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Worship Service: 10:30 am
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112 Lakeside Blvd. 403-934-2374
Pastor: Dawn Nelson
Worship Schedule
Thursday Evening 7:00 pm
Sunday Family 10:30 am
Christian Education
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102 Canal Gardens
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Pastor: Elizabeth Karp
Worship Sundays 10:30 am
Healing Room Monday 7-9 pm
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phone: 403-619-9279
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Meeting in the Lutheran Church
112 Lakeside Blvd. 403-983-0081
Pastor: Ghena Girleanu
Services held every Saturday
Sabbath School: 10 AM
Worship Service: 11 AM
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SACRED HEART CATHOLIC
Holy Cross Collegiate School Gym
709B - 2nd Street, Strathmore
403-934-2641
Pastor: Fr. Wojciech Jarzecki
Masses: Saturday 5 pm Sunday 10 am
ST. MICHAEL & ALL
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INTERIM WORSHIP LOCATION:
245 Brent Blvd., Strathmore
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Pastor & Priest: Bryan Beveridge
Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am
HOPE COMMUNITY
COVENANT CHURCH
245 Brent Blvd, Strathmore 403-934-2424
Worship Service Sundays 10 am
Lead Pastor: Glenn Peterson
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STRATHMORE ALLIANCE
325 1 Ave 403-934-3543
Corner of 1 Ave & Wheatland Trail
Transitional Pastor: Jim Hathaway
9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages
11:00 am Worship Service
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STRATHMORE UNITED
Wheatland Trail & 3rd Avenue
403-934-3025
Rev. Pamela Scott
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Think about the future of farms

To the Editor
Here is an open letter to
Premier Notley. The comments
made by some members of
the Legislative Assembly and
yourself shows there is very
little or any knowledge of the
Agriculture Industry.
What right does a government have to say how much
a farmer has to pay a worker?
That is between them not gov-
ernment! This government is

treating its citizens as slaves!
Im not about to become one
of your slaves.
When you believe there are
regular working hours in agriculture, animals having their
babies only during the day,
etc, you and your party show
a complete lack of knowledge
about the agriculture industry
and people involved in it.
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We have bailed hay late at night

when it was too dry to do it during the day so you wouldnt lose
the leaves attached to the stems.
Harvest time is critical time. You
have to harvest when the grain
is ready and weather is right. If
you dont, quality of grain drops
meaning less money. As for you
Premier Notley saying other provinces have this type of legislation.
Many farmers in those provinces
hate it!
We dont care what other provinces have or have not done. We
live in Alberta where generations
of farmers have produced food for
Albertans, fellow Canadians and
countries around the world with
no government involvement.
A Petition opposing Bill 6 has
been circulated and thousands
and thousands of people who
will be adversely affected by Bill

6 signed the Petition. The Petition
asks Legislative Assembly to immediately withdraw its proposed
Bill 6 [The enhanced protection
for farm and ranch workers act]
from the legislative agenda, order
paper and cease all further readings and debate of its content.
If Premier Notley listens to the
people involved, she will scrap it.
Time will tell.
Finally and most important of
all Premier Notley, you and your
party telling farm families how
to raise their children. Children
need to be with parents, family
members, grandparents so they
can learn what is acceptable to do
or not to do. It must be started at
an early age. You dont wait until
they are 18. You want future food
producers? You let current food
producers raise up their children

the way they know best.
We are not perfect and accidents
do happen and all grieve when it
does. We dont want government
involved with our children/grandchildren!
We often hear how governmentrun childcare facilities, foster care
facilities have children who are
sexually abused, horribly beaten
and murdered.
Premier Notley, when you stop
the above from happening and
destroy your slaughter plants
(abortion clinics) you still stay out
of telling us how to raise up our
families which God has given us
the privilege and right to do.
Will never be your slave,
Eileen Walker,
Strathmore
Global Climate Conference will create misery

To the Editor
My husband and I live on a family grain farm with
our two small children. Prior to pursuing our agribusiness, I earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with
Distinction and my husband obtained a Diploma in
Agricultural Production and a Second Class Power Engineering Certificate. We are well accustomed to safe
work practices, safety legislation, liability insurance,
and the culture of healthy workplace environments.
I would like to emphasize that Alberta farmers do
not question the value of promoting safe work environments, nor the education and means to prevent
devastating tragedies. After all, farms are typically
family run businesses. However, this far reaching omnibus legislation demonstrates the NDP governments
lack of recognition of the special family nature of
small to medium farm operations.
The presently proposed Bill 6: the Enhanced Protection for Farm and Ranch Workers Act, fails to acknowledge the rural cultural values that are fostered
in the provision of farm services. Nor does it differentiate between the uniqueness of farming operations.
Rather, is appears to cloak the agricultural industry in
a blanket of legislation without considering the impact of this decision. Or perhaps, the intended impact
of this legislation is to reinforce the socialist ideology
of collective farming. Quite frankly, this Bill is draconian and, effective Jan. 1, 2016, will make criminals of
law abiding citizens.
Unfortunately, statements released by the members

of the NDP government are incongruent with the legislation they intend to impose. Does Minister Lori Sigurdson understand the implications of the legislation
she has proposed? Are we to rely on the hearsay of
politicians rather than the laws they chose to support?
On Nov. 28, Premier Rachel Notley cited miscommunication in response to industry pressure. If this legislation is open for interpretation, these flaws must be
addressed prior to passing the Bill.
The NDP government has lacked transparency in
communication with key industry stakeholders. Alberta agriculture deserves respect, accountability, and
a proper democratic process. The online survey currently available to producers contains considerable
partisan bias. Public sessions are wait listed and limited answers are being provided by government officials for valid questions.
Stop Bill 6 now. Further consultation is required to
ensure the government understands the nature and
implications this legislation will have for the industry.
Producers are willing to provide constructive feedback that will improve the safety and security of members of our industry, while respecting the rights of
property owners. Let us foster a relationship of transparency, respect, accountability, and trust.
Yours sincerely,
Natasha Lausen
Wheatland County
Thank you for the helping hand!

To the Editor
Please express my sincere thanks to the folks who
dug me out of a soft snow drift on Highland Circle recently. Many thanks to the two gentlemen, my grand-
daughter Olivia Gibbs, her friend Jonathan and Jonathans Mom for the much appreciated help!
Joanna Howard
Calgary
Community Spotlight: K&K Livestock

MARTINA VERGOUWEN
Strathmore Assembly of Youth

K&K Livestock, a family-owned
western store, has been bringing quality horse products and
equipment to Strathmore and
area since its opening 21 years
ago.
The owners, Ken and Karen
Mix, understand what it means
to be involved with horses, and
they have over 39 years of experience working around them.
Ken has competed in reining,
working cow horse, and cutting
shows, which all contribute to
the amount of hands-on assistance available to customers who
call or enter the store!
Upon entering K&K Livestock,
it is a guarantee that one will be
greeted by knowledgeable help
that will ensure that the needs
of the customer are met, making
the companys motto of excellent
customer service hold true.

A family feel is exuded, and
after a few minutes in K&K, I
started to feel like a member of
the family as well! Along with
admirable customer service, the
amount and quality of the products at K&K is remarkable. K&K
Livestock is the only western
store in North America that sells
Vic Bennett performance saddles.
When it comes to horse feed,
K&K Livestock once again stands
out. They offer Country Junction
feeds, which are specially formulated for the dietary needs of
horses in Alberta.
These products are not only
available at the K&K store location, but can also be purchased
at different horse shows throughout the year, because Mix takes a
mobile store to a different horse
show almost every weekend during the summer months. Some of
the major events that K&K can
be found at are the Canadian Supreme, the National Finals Penning in Calgary, and the Calgary
Stampede Wrangler Futurity.
Even with their busy schedule,
the Mix family still finds time to
give back to the community by
organizing beginner riding clinics for local youth and 4-H clubs,
as well as bringing in worldrenowned trainers for more advanced clinics and seminars.
K&K Livestock is having their
Customer Appreciation Day on
Dec. 19, so be sure to come out
to find a Christmas gift for the
horse lover in your life!
To contact K&K call the toll
free number at 1-877-934-5835,
or send an e-mail to kklive@telusplanet.net. Directions: Corner of
TWP 50 and RR 265, located on
the west side of the road. More
details and store hours are available on K&Ks website, www.
kklivestock.com.
Crowfoot 4-H gives back

RILEY STICKEL
Crowfoot Multi Club Reporter

The 2015-2016 year has Crowfoot Multi Club with 11 members
and four projects. Elections were
held and the following members
hold these positions: Kaitlyn
Stewart - President; Sonia Pagenkopf - Vice President; Marshall
Biskup - Treasurer; Alex Pagenkopf - Secretary; Riley Stickel
- Club Reporter; Genevieve Cyr
and Layne Neal - District Reps;
Charlie Ziehr - Thank You Committee; Corbin Neal and Jayden
Stickel - Special Events Committee; and Jenna Parkyn - Project
Rep.
The club attended Sandstone
Lanes in Drumheller for a fun day
of pizza and bowling, and everyone reported to have had a lot

of fun. The club also volunteered
at the United Church Thrift Sale,
helping the ladies pack up and
cleaned up after the sale.
The club was given a $300
donation from the Alberta 55+
Games committee this summer
for volunteering, to be used
in the community, so the club
matched the donation, and the
members shopped, packed and
delivered groceries to the Strathmore Christmas Hamper Society
at the Ag Pavilion. They were
given a tour by Jean Buthfer and
talked about the need for the
hampers.
The project reports are: Fitness
Challenge met on Oct. 30 and
completed a Fitness Test, where

they were timed running, flipping a tire, doing chest passes
with a medicine ball, as many
pushups and squats as possible,
and shuttle runs.
The sewing project met for a
fieldtrip in Calgary at Fabricland,
where they got to know the store.
They picked up materials and
patterns for their projects. They
also met and had a get to know
your sewing machine night, doing paper sewing practice sheets.
Archery had a meeting and
cleaned the quonset, then started
target practice. Their last meeting
was on Dec. 7 at the Crowfoot
Hall, where they had a members Christmas party and gift exchange.
Dance the
night away
Teens aged 13-17 danced up
a storm to hip-hop and the top
100 songs during the first annual
Teen Night at the Strathmore
Civic Centre on Nov. 21. The
night was about planning something in a fun, safe environment
where they can enjoy hanging
out with friends.
Justin Seward Photo
And Piles to go Before I Sleep (sorry Robert Frost)!

PAT FULE
Fule for Thought
I dont think Im a vain person. I mean I know Im
a few years beyond a mid-life crisis, and I know Im
no Brad Pitt Im comfortable in my own skin. But
that doesnt mean Ive totally given up on personal
improvement. That brings me to this past weekend.
We had family and friends over to celebrate my
sons graduation from university. Taking a look in the
mirror, I really noticed the bags under my eyes. It really did look like I had my bags packed, so I wanted
to find out if the urban myths Ive heard are true. You
know, the idea that supermodels use Preparation H
to lessen bags and wrinkles! Okay, heres where my
Catholic upbringing kicks in its confession time!
I did buy Preparation H to see if it would get rid of
those bags under my eyes!
Actually, buying the stuff is almost as bad as having
baggy eyes! I found myself inserting the small package in the middle of my groceries on the checkout till,
so no one might see. Of course, then youre desperately checking to see if anyone you know is nearby,
and may see. The last thing I wanted was a pal to
shout out something about how I must have PILES of
work to do, or something equally as witty and painful!
Then theres the cashier. I couldnt make eye contact
with her shed just told a new cashier that she has
gotten to know the name of her regular (no pun
intended) customers. Thats just what I needed for
her to know my name and remember my purchase!
Even then, I was trapped. What was I going to say?
No, no Miss. The creams not for my behind, its for
my baggy eyes!
Yeah, either way it would be a disaster!
So, I dropped off the groceries and Debs Mom and
she were unpacking! This was not going as smoothly
as I had planned. Luckily Deb thought I was facing
a medical crisis versus a makeup one, and she hid
the cream in one of our bathroom drawers. I didnt
know if this stuff was going to work, but I figured
at the least, it needed time! I dabbed a touch on my

finger and worked the miracle ointment in under my
eyes. It felt okay, and every now and then I checked,
and actually thought it was working. However, the
one I bought had a numbing agent I guess, because I
couldnt really feel the skin below my eyes!
This actually reminded me of a time when Deb and
I were in the early days of our marriage. She had hurt
her neck, and all the muscles had stiffened. We bought
one of those mentholated rubs, you know the deep
heating kind. She and I watched TV with her parents
while I worked on her neck muscles. Unfortunately
for me, I had to go to the bathroom. What happened
next is best described from their vantage point. After
a few short minutes, there was a high pitched scream
from the bathroom!
I (or a certain anatomical part) was on fire! Oh sure,
laugh! It was like a combination of fire and freezing!
I didnt know what to do, but suffice to say, Ive been
way more careful since that situation!
Okay, back to our party. My numb face and I had
fun during the evening, and I really did feel like the
cream was working. Every now and then, I checked
the bags, and dabbed just a bit more until, I slipped
and stuck my eye! Again with the fire and ice thing,
but this time in my left eye! I splashed water all over
my face trying to rinse out this crap! I came out and
people mustve thought I was crying because I was!
As the night came to a very late end, I put my now
red swollen eye to bed, with a vow that Id be way
more careful from now on! Sure, you may think Im
being a bit anal and that I must be bummed out that
it didnt work (puns intended!), but Im going to keep
my baggy eyes I mean, its way better than my
cures have been!
(Fule for Thought is a slice of life humourous column that appears in the Strathmore Times, written by
long-time resident, town councillor, high school teacher, coach, husband and father of two Pat Fule. If you
would like to get in touch with Pat, you can send him
an e-mail at Pat.fule@shaw.ca)
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increases passed
SHARON MCLEAY
Times Contributor

Aspen Crossing dedicated thStrathmore town council passed the 2016 capital and operating budget of $ 28,643,000,
which included a municipal tax increase
for 2016 of 2.5 per cent. A two per cent
increase will be levied on new development properties. Homeowners will see
about a $7 dollar increase in 2015 in
their tax bill, over 2014.
The town recreational facilities are still
in deficit by $2,135,000 dollars. Municipal operational grants for $79,059,200
were listed for things like policing,
FCSS, and MSI. Community projects,
Youth Centre, FCSS and Handibus services supported by the town were also
listed.
An increase of $1.50 per capita, with
$242,000 allotted to the library with an
additional $77,700 given specifically to
the Marigold Library System was supported. Future library funding requests
will be presented to the town in January.
One of the actions this council has
committed to was to give our library
the funds needed to move forward with
their plans, said Councillor Denise Pederson.
Total capital spending for 2016 is projected at $3,436,000, with $2,253,000 allotted for infrastructure improvements,
along with additional emerging project.
Councillor Pederson requested that an
additional $20,000 allotted for FCSS, to
support outside community programs,
preventing the loss of vital services. A
needs assessment has been initiated to
talk to stakeholders and identify needs
in the community and assess the supports available to them. The needs assessment will be completed in 2016. The
additional funds allotted in the 2016
budget will tide the services over until

a 10-year strategic plan is in place. The
funds will help special projects, such as
Family Resource support in the schools,
Growing Families, Bridging the Gap and
Five for Life programs.
This will give agencies a certainty,
until their future needs can be assessed,
said Councillor Pederson. Our FCSS is
in its infancy and this will help them.
Both administration and council work
on formulating the budget prior to its
presentation at council meetings.
This is something we dont take lightly, said Councillor Bob Sobol. Administration has worked hours and hours
on this budget. Council has deliberated
over 19 hours on this budget and it is
not something we take lightly.
Council thanked staff on their efforts
regarding the development of the 2016
budget. The new budget documents can
be obtained at the Town of Strathmore
on request and will be posted online in
the future.
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Ronald McDonald was at the Strathmore restaurant to spread some cheer at the Calgary
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Eat right,
get active
SHARON MCLEAY
Times Contributor

When healthy eating and
active lifestyles collide, it
generates people passionate
about supporting our community in healthy initiatives.
Members of the Strathmore chapter of Healthy Eating and Active Living (HEAL)
met with Strathmore council
on Dec. 2 to summarize the
groups progress in conjunction with council and community groups efforts to increase activity in the town.
The town has been working to connect parks in which
participants walk from park
to park, said spokesperson
Robert Breitwieser. To connect the parks with walking/
bicycle paths encourages
walking.
Lisa Sader outlined the
various programs and venues that are used to increase
activity and thanked council
for their support in making
upgrades within the town, as
some of the previous walkways were only dirt tracks.
HEAL participated in the
Walkability Roadshow, which
generated a report that lead
to pathway improvements in
Strathmore.
The other accomplishments mentioned were the
new pickle ball and bocce
ball courts installed, improving walkability and beauty
in the downtown, building
the moveable patios, paving
walking paths.
HEAL looks for more opportunities to get Strathmore
moving; for example, it organized the family day Great
Skate event and the first Meet

your Neighbour Day, held in
the downtown core, where
two downtown streets were
closed, lined with locals displaying their wares, cultural
and craft activities highlighted, while people walked and
chatted with their friends
and neighbours. For more
information on HEAL, check
out their website at www.
healourfuture.com.
Breitwieser is a member
of the Alberta Parks and
Recreation Association and
championed Strathmore by
nominating them for the
Choosewell award for the
towns efforts to encourage
community participation in
healthy activity. Choosewell
information and upcoming
events and challenges can be
seen on the ARPA website,
www.arpaonline.ca
When you live in a community that invests in wellness, healthy choices become the easiest and most
popular choices, said Gene
Zwozdesky,
Minister
of
Health and Wellness. Taking
up the ChooseWell challenge
shows the ways in which a
community can improve the
well-being of its citizens, and
we want to honour that initiative. Helping Albertans
live longer and enjoy a high
quality of life through programs such as ChooseWell is
a key strategy in our 5-Year
Health Action Plan.
Strathmore
won
the
Choosewell challenge and
Breitwieser presented the
Choosewell award to Mayor Michael Ell at the Dec. 2
council meeting.
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Water rates on the rise

SHARON MCLEAY
Times Contributor

What Calgary does with water resources has once again impacted Strathmore. Rates for water utilities will be
increased to $2.10 from $2.05 per cubic
meter per month. It will mean monthly
household bills will see an increase of
about $3.30 to $4.40 per month.
The City of Calgary variable and
fixed water charges are increasing, as
they have over last year. An increasing
cost of services study was presented at
the l2014 fall workshop. An increase in
operating cost for EPCOR will reflect
the Statistics Canada CPI cost increase
for this coming year, said the Town of
Strathmore Director of Corporate Services Mel Tiede.
The combined costs will increase
from the projected department expenses for 2015, from $4,331,000 to
$4,597,000 for the 2016 budget at an
increase of $266,000 total.
The rates for all utility charges, including sewer and garbage services, are
mid-range and comparable with other
municipalities in Southern Alberta
There was an increase of $.22 per
cubic meter of water per resident in
2014 and again in 2015. An additional
increase is also expected for 2016-17
utility rates.
FIRE TRUCK REQUEST SENT BACK
FOR INFO
In October, the Strathmore Fire Departments truck towing/rescue boat
suffered significant water damage during a rescue operation conducted on
Eagle Lake. The insurance company
wrote off the 2008 Chevy 4X4 ton
truck and only paid $11,000 in settlement, which will not cover replacement cost of a new truck and some
of the equipment that was on board.
Council was asked on Dec. 2 to approve the purchase of a new truck at
a cost of $40,000 that would be able to
pull a 5000lb payload, or purchase a
used vehicle for about $30,000.
The fire department needs a fire
rescue truck to meet the needs of the
community, said Tiede. We are dealing with this because it is an immediate
need.
Councillor Brad Walls asked whether
other fire vehicles could be utilized for
towing purposes. He requested more
information on the trucks uses and if
there are any other options available in
the interim.
I am assuming that they think this is
emergent. We do have a machinery and
equipment reserve, so we dont want
to cause tremendous hardship, said
Councillor Denise Pederson.
Several councillors voiced they
would like more information and council deferred the decision to the Dec.
16, 2015 council meeting, requesting
that the Fire Chief be present to discuss
the issue.
DOWNTOWN TO WILDFLOWER
WATER SYSTEM NEEDS REVAMPED
Gabriel Goral, Town of Strathmore
utility engineering assistant, presented
a proposal to Strathmore town council
on Dec. 2 , to upgrade water services
in the downtown and Wildflower areas.
He said current work proposals could
be coordinated with a new pipeline
that would save the town money and
additional refurbishment costs in the
long term.
It (current waterline) leaves the
downtown overly reliant on the Brentwood reservoir, as there is only the one
small 200 meter line leading to Wild-
flower, said Goral.

Gabriel said to improve water distribution for the Wildflower area, a larger
500 meter pipeline will go across the
WID canal, in the same area as the new
walking bridge, and will loop a dual
feed to the existing core area, improving the water networks resiliency now
and in the future. The estimated cost is
$168,000 and was planned for in the
2016 budget.
Council asked if there were costs to
the developers. Goral replied that repayment for the project could be supplemented by charges in the development fees.
Council accepted the report as information.
CHAMBER TALKS WITH TOWN
ABOUT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
AND SUPPORT FOR LOCAL
BUSINESS
Chamber of Commerce President
Waldo Munoz came to Strathmore
council on Dec. 2 to ask a pertinent

question of council.
I have been approached by different
companies and trades about what we
can do to encourage use of local businesses, said Munoz.
He asked council whether trades
coming into town could be required to
pay for business permits. He also asked
whether local businesses utilizing out
of town services could be required to
purchase a permit to use outside services.
There have been discussions of this
topic in the past; however, residents felt
it limited their freedom of choice and
might support services that may not
necessarily give them the best service
product.
Munoz also suggested council consider a one-year tax break for new
companies and create incentives for
manufacturers and companies generating employment opportunities for local
residents.
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Strathmore High School drama students did a
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No room at the Inn Marigold in need of upgrades

SHARON MCLEAY
Times Contributor

Christmas is around the
corner and thoughts turn
to those who dont have
much in this world.
At the Strathmore town
council meeting on Dec.
2, Chamber of Commerce
President Waldo Munoz approached council on helping with some worthwhile
initiatives for the homeless
in our community.
The Harvest Healing
Centre, across Hwy 1 at
102 Canal Gardens, hosts
a Drop-in Centre and soup
kitchen on Friday nights
I personally have seen
some people sleeping outside by my shop. We just
dont want to see anyone
sleeping outside in the
winter, said Munoz. Lets
see if we can to do something about it before it
happens we are trying
to be proactive on this.
He said providing a safe
haven keeps the homeless from seeking shelter
in yards or businesses in
the community. The centre
also runs a bread program
that distributes bread donated by area businesses
to needy families. They
currently have about 35 to
50 people dropping into
the centre and operate
three vans with six volunteers for the program.
Munoz said the program

has had to meet criteria set
out in the law, and an addition like another washroom facility would help
the program move forward.
Munoz would like to see
the program expand to include a Detox Centre, as
currently residents in need
must go to Calgary or Fort
McLeod for treatment help.
Their current budget from
donated sources is $24,000.
Munoz estimates the longterm goal will be to retain
permanent qualified staff
to address needs and will
cost about $100,000.
Council said they would
like to see if the program
could coordinate with services in the Strathmore
community that provide
service for similar issues.
They suggested there are
supports in the community
for the initial stages of development for non-profit
agencies.
They asked that Munoz
work with the town administration to coordinate this
and outline in more detail
the needs of the outreach
work, and come back to
council at a later date.
Community and business donations would be
welcomed. For more information contact Munoz at
waldo@waldosimagingltd.
com.
MIRIAM OSTERMANN

Numerous issues surrounding the 60-year-old
Marigold Library Systems headquarter building,
are causing the organization to be proactive in undergoing a feasibility study.
For 10 years, the nearly 30-member staff were
faced with a dilemma of adapting to growing conditions or face a $6 million solution a solution
not currently available in the budget.
The Marigold Library System, which is not a
public library but provides services to libraries in
44 municipalities, is currently located in Strathmore, across from the Sacred Heart Academy in
an old armory building constructed in the 1950s.
For years, the organization has put up with heating
and cooling problems, flooding, lack of storage,
water damage, and a deteriorating roof.
Because Marigold is now the third largest library
system in the province, based on resident service
population, were feeling more than ever that our
building is too small, said Michelle Toombs, CEO
of Marigold Library System.
We are certainly feeling the effects of not having
proper heat and cooling systems, and not having
adequate space to load and unload our vehicles
outside in the dead of winter. This building would
be good for some types of organizations. It isnt
good for us anymore.
Currently, the library system has $1.7 million in
reserves saved but is restricted by the Alberta Library Act in how to proceed with fundraising. According to Toombs, library systems were created
over 50 years ago by the provincial government.
Out of seven library systems, Marigold, which was
created in 1981, is now the third largest, falling
just behind Calgary and Edmonton. While regional
systems received infrastructure funding from the
Alberta government towards upgrading headquarters in the past, Marigold hasnt received provincial
funding since 1989.
We felt that it was reasonable that the province
would support us again like they would for schools
and other institutions, and theres been a great demand on infrastructure funding in the province,
so we feel that were in the queue but maybe not
the top of the queue and we need to do some very
substantial advocating to get there, Toombs said.
All the library systems support each other and
work together and weve asked to have a meeting with the minister. Unfortunately the minister of
municipal affairs was recently switched to another
portfolio. There have been six ministers in municipal affairs in less than two years, and every time
that happens everybody sort of needs to get on
board again and help that individual get acquainted with who we are and why we exist.
Marigold is planning on having a feasibility
study completed to provide the organization with
a functioning plan and possible costs attached. As
for now, the library system is looking at expanding, finding a new building, or joining into a partnership.
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Crystal Ridge adds two new doctors

MIRIAM OSTERMANN

Following a shortage of physicians, Crystal Ridge Family Medical Clinic recently joined other
Strathmore-based practices and
hired two new doctors to address the dearth and offer residents more options.
Dr. Aul and Dr. Senzani, general practitioners each with very
specific interests, both accepted
the positions in order to build
closer relationships with their
patients. While the community
allows these doctors to showcase their expertise, their presence also helped address a concern prominent within the town
until recently.
Its a great addition to the
practice, but its a great addition
to the community and thats the
big thing, said Dr. Victor Avramenko with Crystal Ridge Family Medical Clinic.
Its just a reflection that
theres a number of forces at
work. Number one theres doctors that are wanting to relocate.
Secondly, were going to have an
increased number of family doctors coming out over the next
year graduating, so the manpower issue is rectifying, correcting, itself. Patients arent going to have to wait lengthy times
and will be able to get in easier.
For years the doctors within the
community worked really hard

and now by having a few more
doctors and spreading the workload around patients wont be
quite as rushed.
Mesmerized by the Canadian
Rockies during a tour last year,
Dr. Nancy Aul, her husband, and
her
three-and-a-half-year-old
twin girls, relocated to Alberta
from England, UK. Dr. Aul attended medical school in India
and completed her family medical training in the United Kingdom. After a decade of living in
England, the family decided to
travel and chose to find work in
Canada.
Having only been hired two
weeks ago, Aul joined the practice with special interests in
treating patients with chronic
conditions such as diabetes,
heart failure, hypertension, and
asthma. She also specializes in
women and reproductive health.
I believe in a traditional family practice doctor-patient relationship, so I want to spend
time with my patients, I want to
know them, said Aul.
These chronic conditions are
everywhere, and they affect patients lives in a significant way.
Modern medicine has made
it easier to manage them. You
need to make sure that you are
treated for it. Especially women,
they do a lot of work, they look
after their children, and its their
physicians responsibility to
provide them with good healthcare.
Four months ago, the practice
also hired Dr. Senzani, a former
emergency doctor and general
practitioner in Saskatchewan for
the past four years. The Zimbabwe native and father of an almost two-year-old and with another on the way, received his
education in South Africa and
has eight years of clinical practice. Hes spent time in a hospital, and a year in Botswana as a
medical officer where he honed
his skills in surgery, obstetrics,
internal medicine, paediatrics,
and emergency room.
One day my wife and I were
sitting down and we thought we
would like to see more of each
other, so we looked for familybased practices and Canada was
the best place, said Dr. Senzani.
I love my patients. I like
learning about people. You
cross paths with people multiple times and never know what
makes them unique. The ability
to help them, I think, is a very
special thing. So thats why I
keep at general practice. Try and
do a little bit for everyone.
Crystal Ridge Family Medical
Clinic is one of several clinics in
Strathmore that recently hired
new doctors to their team. Dr.
Aul and Dr. Senzani are accepting new patients.
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A very Merry hockey Christmas
The Wheatland Kings organized many Christmas activities throughout their home games this past weekend
including a Santa appearance, the Timbit Bumble Bees playing a game against some Kings players at the
intermission, and the mascot making appearances in several places at the rink to pose for photos.
Doug Taylor and Justin Seward Photos
The Wheatland Kings took four of a possible six points with a pair of wins
over the Blackfalds Wranglers (4-2) and the Three Hills Thrashers (5-4) at the
Strathmore Family Centre on Dec. 5-6.
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Kings have successful weekend

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter

The Wheatland Kings gained four out of a possible six points to end their home stand, with a lot of
bounces going their way, especially in the last two
games.
The team started the weekend by peppering Medicine Hats goaltender Cole Schafer with 64 shots on
Dec. 4, but unfortunately came out with a 4-2 loss.
We didnt really create those opportunities, said
Fuoco. 64 shots, maybe 30 of them were quality attempts and maybe 10 of them were legitimate scoring
chances. I didnt think we played as well as we probably should have. We didnt play as well as we did
(Saturday versus Blackfalds).
I think between the blue lines and the neutral
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Sunday, December 13
2:00 pm vs Lloydminster Bandit
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zone we need to play better. If we wouldve shut them

down in the neutral zone a little better, we wouldve
probably had some momentum. Once we scored one,
we scored two and then we had that let down.
Medicine Hat beat the Kings for the third time this
season, and Fuoco thought that the Kings started the
game too relaxed.
The intensity isnt there, said Fuoco. I think that
they feel their skill set is better so that the game was
easier and no game is easy.
Tyler Rivest and Lucas Jones scored in the loss.
The mood in the room the following evening was
a night-and-day difference compared to Friday, and it
showed with a 4-2 win over Blackfalds.
You knew they were ready to go and they wanted
to perform, said Fuoco. They wanted to play a better game because they knew the challenge was going
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to be there. We do tend to play better against better

teams.
He mentioned that the boys were moving the puck
a lot quicker with a lot more intensity and purpose.
If we have the work ethic of all four lines, I dont
think well ever have a problem playing 60 minutes,
said Fuoco.
Kyle Dunville, Zach Meadows, Blake Bishop and
Kaleb Robinson scored in the win.
The Kings ended off the weekend by edging the
Three Hills Thrashers 5-4 on Dec. 6.
Jones, Jacen Bracko, Chris Williams, Jayden Smith
and Kristian Ayoungman scored in the win.
The team will hit the road in Didsbury on Dec. 11
to face the Mountainview Colts at 8 p.m., while their
next home game will be Dec. 19 versus Coaldale before the Christmas break.
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Larson rewarded
for athletic commitments
They took the time out of their lives
JUSTIN SEWARD
to help me better myself, she said. If it
Times Reporter
werent for them I would not have been

Strathmore High School Spartan given many of the opportunities I had
alumnus Karly Larson was an excep- been so lucky to get.
Now in her first year playing baskettional athlete during her time in high
ball
with the Medicine Hat Rattlers, she
school sports.
As a result, her efforts were recog- is embracing the adjustments of playing at the ACAC level and
nized with a nomination earhas noticed many differenclier this fall with the Pay it
es from high school.
Forward scholarship award.
The one difference I noThe award recognizes stuticed within the first week
dent athletes that help out in
of being here was in practhe community with athlettices for sure, said Larics, through coaching a team
son. In practice not only
or officiating sports.
do coaches push us to our
Larson, who competed in
limits but each of the girls
events such as cross counpushing each other to go as
try running and basketball
hard as we can at all times
in her three years at high
is pretty tough, but you can
school, was able to accomtell the everyone wants to
plish the criteria by helping
win just by how we work
out with spring league baseven in the littlest of drills
ketball club in Strathmore
Photo Courtesy of
in practice.
during her high school years,
Kyle Larson
The game is a lot faster
while taking an officiating
course to referee basketball during her for one, the girls are all a lot bigger and
the level of play is a lot higher as well.
spare time.
Sonsteby had high praise for Larson
It feels really nice to be recognized
for my athletics because that was a re- because of the way she was able to inally big part of who I was throughout spire teammates with her willingness to
go the extra mile to always wanting to
my high school career, said Larson.
When you work really hard at some- get better.
Karly is a perennial MVP on any
thing for a good portion of your time
it feels like it all pays off when you are team in any sport, said Sonsteby. She
approaches every challenge, every drill,
recognized for it.
She was grateful for her coaches, and every championship the same way:
Paul Sonsteby in cross country, Dion positive and serious.
She inspires her teammates because
Galandy in basketball and Scott Koller
at the junior high level basketball, for she works so tirelessly, shes never satisfied that anything is good enough.
the opportunities they provided her.
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The Celebration of Lights Christmas Park Committee would like to take this opportunity
to thank everyone who participated and attended this years
The CFR Bisons saw a 4-2 lead slip away in
both weekend games Dec. 5-6 at the Strathmore
Family Centre. The Bisons earned a 4-4 draw
versus the Leduc Oil Kings and fell 5-4 to the
MLAC Beverly Optimists.
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Bisons learn lessons

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter

The CFR Bisons blew two separate
4-2 leads in both home games this
weekend, with outcomes of a 4-4 tie
with the Leduc Oil Kings on Dec. 5 and
a 5-4 loss to the MLAC Beverly Optimists on Dec. 6.
This is honestly a better lesson for
us at this point than winning 6-2, said
head coach Sandy Henry. We didnt
play good enough for enough of the
game (on Sunday) to be entitled to a
win.
The sooner we learn that and get
that mentality in there, I think when
we saw that desperation kick in with
five minutes left. How many scoring
chances did we get, multiple, multiple.
We own the game but the lesson is that
desperations got to kick in way earlier.
MLAC caught the Bisons by surprise
with their physical start to the game
and forced the home team to make uncomfortable decisions on the ice.
I thought the first part of the second
period we looked tentative, he said. I
think it made us make some hasty deci-
sions because we felt those footsteps.

I thought at the 10-minute mark
when we started skating and moving
the puck we controlled the play and
took over the game. Theres a lesson in
that, teams are going to want to come
play physical because they want to
take something away from you.
Henry pointed out the team seemed
mentally tired.
Were in a bit of a down cycle, said
Henry. I didnt expect it probably this
weekend. I thought it was coming at
some point and showed up a little
earlier. Were going to sit back and regroup starting tomorrow were going
to get back to basics and well see how
(much) hungrier we are tomorrow.
Kyle Gordon notched two goals
while Tanner Foster and Cameron
Shorrock scored one each in the tie
against Leduc.
Gordon scored two, while Cole Clayton and Liam Izyk tallied one each in
the loss.
The Bisons will host the Sherwood
Park Kings on Dec. 11 at 8 p.m. while
the North Division-leading Lloydminster Bobcats will be in town on Dec.
13 at 2 p.m.
8th Annual Light Up the Night Event!

This event was held at the Strathmore and District Agricultural Society grounds on
Saturday, November 28th, 2015. The community has once again shown amazing
support of this event with over 3000 people in attendance.
SPECIAL THANKS TO THIS YEARS MAJOR EVENT SPONSORS:

The Town of Strathmore, Sobeys Strathmore, Strathmore Lions Club, Strathmore Times,
Aztec Real Estate, RE/MAX, Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games.
G.A. Committee for providing the Big Tent, and the Strathmore and
District Agricultural Society for providing the grounds.
THANK YOU TO OUR CASH AND GIFT CERTIFICATE DONATORS:
Strathmore Value Drug Mart, Dominos Pizza, Roadhouse Restaurant, Red Carrot,
Strathmore Times, Hidden Secrets, Fieldstone Fruit Wines, Stylz and Co., Storage
Solutions, Joyland Theatre, Rosebud Theatre, Strathmore Motor Products, Strathmore
Lions Club, Strathmore Lakes Estates, Strathmore Station, Debbie Murray, Nancy Stairs
& Steve Farran (Remax Horizon), Pro Water Conditioning, Theresa Serr, Canadian Tire,
Shoppers Drug Mart, Tinas No Frills, Happy Home Cleaning, Newsy Neighbour, Dairy
Queen, Dave & Claudia Littlefair, Kranks Gourmet, DJ Media Services, Pet Planet, Kee
Bee Propane, Magna Signs, Strathore Flooring Concepts, Strathmore One-Stop Shoe
Shop, Sacred Heart Parish, Strathmore Springfest Committee and
all the people who purchased tickets for the Gift certificate package and raffles.
We also would like to thank the following people and businesses
who made the evening an even greater success:
Mr. & Mrs. Claus for photos with Santa, the Fireworks Factory Crew for doing an
amazing job on the fireworks display, the Stewart Family (Gord & Nina) for providing
the Horse and wagon rides, a very special thank you for our MC, The Real Estate Reps
for the popcorn, Rockys Bakery for all the cookies and hot chocolate, Target Welding,
Scotia Bank for handing out the goodies, Strathmore Lions Club for the Charity B.B.Q.,
All Genres DJ Music Services for the outstanding music and help with the entertainment,
Stella Jones for the firewood, Huxted Waste Disposal for the Porta-Potties, Fortis for
hanging our new sign, Eagle Lake Nurseries for the Colorado Spruce, Landscape Plus
for Christmas Trees. Without everyones support we would not be able to give our fine
community an evening of enjoyment at this special time of the year.
THANK YOU TO ALL THE SPECIAL PEOPLE WHO
VOLUNTEER THEIR TIME AND SKILLS PREPARING FOR THIS EVENT
THESE ARE ALL UNPAID VOLUNTEERS WHO PUT IN COUNTLESS HOURS
EACH YEAR BUILDING DISPLAYS, FUNDRAISING
AND PROMOTING THE PARK.
We truly apologize if we have missed anyone.
We are very proud of all our volunteers who prepare for each Light Up the
Night Evening You all know who you are and you all truly bring the
Spirit of Christmas to the community.
If anyone would like to be a sponsor for Next Years 9th. Annual Light Up
the Night, there are many sponsorship options available. We are also always looking
volunteers to get involved with projects, building, fundraising etc.
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Hunger for Hockey

Crowther Memorial Junior High Schools hockey
program scrimmaged during the schools Hockey for Hunger event on Dec. 4 at the Strathmore Family Centre. Admission for students was
an item for the Christmas Hamper Society. The
event collected 1,500 items that brought the total
to 2,000 and they were still collecting this week.
Call for Details

WENSTROM EQUIPMENT
LANGDON 403.936.5801
Justin Seward Photos
Whats Happening
Adult Drop In Volleyball
Drop in adult volleyball. Wednesday
nights 7:30-9:30 at Crowther Junior High
School. Contact info 403-934-4963.
AL-ANON: Are you concerned or
affected by someones drinking?
Strathmore New Hope Al-anon Family Group can help. Meetings every
Thursday at 8:00pm @ Lord of All
Lutheran Church. 112 Lakeside Boulevard. (Entrance at back) For more
information call our 24 hour help line
at 403-266-5850.
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings
Strathmore open meetings MONDAY 8:00 P.M. at Hope Community
Church, call 403-901-9666 or 403901-4570. Strathmore Full Gospel
Church -TUESDAYS at 8:00P.M.,
call 403-901-6816. THURSDAYS
8:00P.M. at Full Gospel Church, call
403-361-9396. SUNDAY 2:00 P.M. at
Strathmore United Church, call 403934-9570. If drinking is a problem,
please come to a meeting or call any
of the numbers just to talk.
Alcoholics Anonymous Langdon
Meeting 8:00pm Friday nights. 23
Center Street North Langdon. Contact Karen 403-612-2622.
Cheadle Lions Club
Drop off your pennies or change off
at the Civic Centre. All proceeds
raised goes toward local projects.
Chestermere and area Children
(& Families) with Type 1 Diabetes
Our Goal is to create a group of mature, responsible members where we
open our own homes as Safe Places
for Diabetic Children to go to if ever
in Diabetic Distress. Join the Facebook group for more information.
Come Fly With Us
903 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Sqn.
meet Wednesdays at 6:30pm at the
blue building and Quonset on the
Ag grounds. Boys & Girls between
12 & 19 years welcome. Call Tammy
Anderson at 403-901-5395 for more
information.
Community Futures Wild Rose In
partnership with The Business Link
Attend valuable, low-cost learning
sessions for small business owners
in Strathmore. Phone: 403-934-8888
for info & to register.
Crown Jewels of Canada Society
Ladies, looking for fun? Friendship?
Join the Crown Jewels of Canada Society, Strathmore Chapter Dames
of Whine and Roses. Meeting 1st
Thursday of the month at Lambert
Village at 10:00am. Call Jean at 403934-6761 for further info.
Free Tree for all New Born Babies
Register to commemorate your birth
so a tree can be planted with the Chinook Credit Union Birth Forest in
Strathmore. Registration Forms are
available at the Town office, Chinook
Credit Union and Health Unit. (A
Communities in Bloom Project)
Go Green Upcycling
Thursdays 10 a.m. to noon at Hope
Bridges Studio 104 3rd Ave Strathmore, and every third Wednesday
from 7-9pm; at Parent Link in Strathmore, Hopebridges.ca
HIV Edmonton
Providing support, education and advocacy for those infected with, affected by or at risk of HIV and AIDS for
25 years. Go to www.hivedmonton.
com or call toll free 1.877.388.5742.
HAPPY GANG 55+ Society
85 Lakeside Blvd. Phone; 403 934 2676.
OOur Fall & Winter Activities are as
follows; Mornings-Mon/ Wed/ Fri Pool
9 am , Yoga,10 am, Tues/Thurs Walking
10 am. Afternoons- Mon, Line Dancing
1:30, Tues, Rummikube & Whist 1:30,
Wed. Bridge 1:00, Mah Jong 1:30,
Thurs. Canasta 1:30, Fri, Crib 1:30. Hall
Rentals Call Marjorie 403-983-3951.
The Healing Rooms at Harvest
Healing Centre Church is open
every Monday from 7-9 PM for prayer
and healing. The Healing Room at
Harvest Healing Centre Church, 102
Canal Road Strathmore. For info call
403-901-0893 or 401-800-3171. Join
us for Spirit filled prayer and healing
every Monday Night.
Hope Bridges Society for
Creative & Continued Learning
Advocating for, and bringing together
adult citizens of all abilities for meaningful relationships, friendships, & opportunities through the Arts. Board
Meetings are monthly TBD. Public
invited. Please contact Wanda at 403983-3640, or 403-901-5081 (Cell)
for further information, events or to
be added to friends/contact.There
are many other workshops including
knitting, crocheting, photography
tips and zentangle. Visit our website:
www.hopebridges.ca.
Job Search Support
Resume Development, Cover letter
development. Call to register 403934-4305. At the McBride Career
Group office.
Meals on Wheels
Available in Strathmore. For information or to obtain this service call 403324-0655.
Sewing/Quilting Workshops
The 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month at 7pm. We meet at the
Strathmore Ag Grounds, Red Quonset. New Members welcome. Contact Laurie at 901-0088 or Wendy
901-3756.
Royal Canadian Legion
For information regarding hall rentals,
darts and crib, Please call 403.934.5119
Senior Drop-in Curling
There is Seniors Curling Mon, Wed
and Fri starting at 1.00pm to 3.00pm.
No experience required. All Seniors
welcome.
Seventh-day Adventist Church
Meeting in the Lord of All Lutheran
Church at 112 Lakeside Blvd,Strathmore. Saturday morning @ 10:00 AM.
Pastor Ghena Girleanu, phone 403983-0081.
Sing Your High Note
Each Tuesday at 1:15 to 2:30 pm January 13, - June 30, 2015. Located at the
Physio Wing at the Hospital - Brent
Blvd Strathmore.
a free weekly
community calendar
Strathmore Baptist Church Meeting

Sundays @ 11am and Thursdays @
7pm, Call Pastor David Blankenship
for info 403-390-4431.
Strathmore Country Gardens Club
Meetings at least once per month. For
more information visit www.strathmorecountrygardensclub.webs.com
or phone Linda Pekrul 403-901-0017.
Strathmore & District
Agricultural Society
www.Strathmorestampede.com, sags@
telus.net. Office 403.934.5811, Fax
403.901.0299, Facebook: Strathmore
Stampede Twitter: Strathmore Rodeo
Strathmore & District
Chamber of Commerce
Meets the second Thursday of the
month @ 7:00 p.m. All members welcome. www.strathmoredistrictchamber.com for meeting location. For more
information call 403-901-3175.
Strathmore District Health
Services Auxiliary
Meetings are held the fourth Monday
of the month @ 1:30 pm (excluding
July & August). Lower level Conference Room at the Strathmore Hospital. New members welcome. For
more info please call 403-934-4436
Strathmore Elks Lodge #491
Meets 3rd Tuesday at the Strathmore
Curling Club 6:30 pm. Steak Supper
at 7 pm. New Members welcome.
Call Greg 403-888-6155.
Strathmore Full Gospel Church
Were a Pentecostal bible-based family church that has something for all
ages. Call 934-2225 or visit www.
strathmorefullgospel.com
Strathmore Fun Runners Car Club
Meets the first Wednesday of the
month. New members welcome!
Please call Todd at 403-934-0558 or
Shawn at 403-901-9303 for info.
Strathmore FASD Parent Support
Group
At the Strathmore United Church.
For more info call Pam @652-4776.
Strathmore Homeschool Families
Any Strathmore and area familes that
are homeschooling are invited to join
our Yahoo Group. www.groups.yahoo.com/group/strathmorehsfams
Strathmore Hand in Hand
Parent Link
FREE programming to kids 0-6 and
their caregivers! Check the Town
of Strathmore website Community Events section for programs and
times. Located at 421-2nd St, across
from Paragon Pharmacy. 690-1237.
Strathmore Library
Get Your Game On @ Strathmore
Library (1-4pm) Held the every 2nd
and 4th Friday of the month, 7-9pm.
Lego in the Library @ Strathmore
Library (10:30am 12:00pm) Held the
3rd Saturday of the month.
Crafternoon @Strathmore Library
(4-5pm) Weekly on Mondays beginning Sept. 15.
Baby Goose Rhyme Time runs weekly on Mondays from 10:30am-11:30am.
At the Strathmore Library. Designed
for parents/caregivers and child ages
0-12mos.
Strathmore Lions Club

Meets the first and third Thursdays at the
Strathmore Civic Centre at 6:45 pm.
Strathmore Musical Arts Society
Love music and musicians and have a
special soft spot for the Blues? Be a
part of this group. Call 403-934-4196
or 403-680-7721 to get on our phone
or email list, and notifications about
meetings and upcoming events.
Strathmore Parent & Tot Playgroup
Meets every Tuesday at 9:30 - 11:30
am. in the Strathmore United Church
Basement.
Strathmore Masonic Lodge #53
Meets the first Monday of each Month
at 7:30 p.m. Call Glen at 403-901-6038.
Website: www.strathmore53.com
Strathmore Regional Victim
Services Society (SRVSS)
SRVSS is looking for men and women
interested in becoming front line victim
advocates to provide support, information and referrals to victims of crime
or tragedy. If you are interested in volunteering please contact the Program
Coordinator at the Strathmore RCMP
Detachment at (403) 934-6552. Website: www.strathmoreregionalvictimservices.com
Strathmore Writers Group
Meets once a month at the library, For
adult writers who would like to share
writing for feedback and support, and
spark creativity through writing exercises, prompts, and group writing
projects. Contact Katie at katkenig@
gmail.com, see our website at http://
lonesomecow.ca/category/strathmore-writers-group/ or find us on
Facebook under Strathmore Writers
Group.
St. Michaels & All Angels Anglican
Currently at interim location: 245 Brent
Blvd. (North Door) 403-934-3017. Sunday Morning Worship 10:00am.
Storytime at Strathmore
Municipal Library
Story Time with Miss Hope Wednesdays 10:30am-11:30am.
Sunday School for All Ages
Lord of All Lutheran Church offers
Christian Education opportunities
for ages 3 years to adult, on Sunday
Mornings. For more information
please call Margo Sevick 403-9012044 or call the Church Office at
403-934-2374.
Wheatland County Food Bank
Society
Food applications accepted at (403)
324-4335 Monday through Thursday
12pm to 4pm or through the website
at: www.wheatlandfoodbank.com.
Wheatland Rural Crime Watch
Meetings are the 3rd Thursday of each
Month. Featuring guest speakers. For
more information call 403-934-4055.
Youth Club of Strathmore
Provides youth (6-17yrs) with affordable,
barrier free programs that build positive
relationships, develop self-esteem and
promote personal skills. Includes a homework program offered Monday to Friday
from 3pm-6pm. Call the Youth Club
for further info 403-934-4918 or www.
youthclubofstrathmore.ca.
special events
Minecraft Mania Registration opens December 7 @10:00am. Strathmore
Municipal Library (85 Lakeside Blvd.) The
next Mania runs January 8 March 11. This
program will run the 2nd & 4th Friday of the
month. Minecraft Mania is limited to 10
participants. Children must be 8 years old
to participate. For more information and
to register go to www.strathmorelibrary.ca/
minecraft.
Classic Movie Mondays - December 14
(1:00pm-3:00pm). Strathmore Municipal
Library (85 Lakeside Blvd.) Spend an
afternoon with the stars of the silver screen!
Join us as we show classic movies from all
genres. This month the library will be featuring
the 1942 festive flick, Holiday Inn! Coffee and
tea will be provided. This program is free to
attend and no registration is required. www.
strathmorelibrary.ca/classicmovies.
The 36th Annual Brentwood School Christmas
Concert will be held on Thursday, December
17th, 2015 at 1:30 and 7:00 pm. The
concert will feature a performance by the
Kindergarten students and Santas Holiday
Playlist, a holiday musical for young voices
composed by John Jacobson and Roger
Emerson, presented by Grades 1-6. Everyone
is welcome!
Annual Nightingale Christmas Concert on
Dec. 19, potluck supper at 6pm and concert
at 7pm and Santa at 8pm. Please bring a
donation for the food bank.
Stitchin Time - December 19 (1:00pm3:00pm). Strathmore Municipal Library (85
Lakeside Blvd.) Want to learn how to hem
those new pants or replace a zipper in your
favourite jacket? Join our resident seamstress
Ilke as she teaches you the ins and outs
of your sewing machine. This program is
free to attend and participant must bring
their own sewing machine. Go to www.
strathmorelibrary.ca/stitchintime for class
themes and to register.
Strathmore Community Choir and Orchestra
and Hope Community Covenant Church
presents; AGNUS DEI: Lamb of God Born
to Us, A concert of worship for Christmas.
By David Hamilton and Michael W. Smith.
December 17-19, 7:30 pm. December 20,
3:00 pm. Hope Community Church. Free
Admission. Donations to the Food Bank
gratefully accepted.
BRIDGING THE GAP
A Meet & Greet for Parents & Mentors come
and meet some Parents, the Mentors, do an
activity and have a light lunch on Monday,
Dec 7 Cookie & Soup Jar Activity from 11:00
1:00 pm located at the Lord of all Lutheran
Church - register by calling 403-361-7216
Community Lunch Club social get
together for 55+ to have a themed lunch
served; together with a presenter on Tuesday,
Dec 1 Cookie Decorating; Tuesday, Dec
15 Cookie & Soup Gift Jars; from 11:00
1:00 pm located at the Lord of all Lutheran
Church - register by calling Marg at 403-9344174.
Have you updated your event? Please contact us directly to update your event in this community calendar. Phone 403-934-5589, or email your changes to alissa@strathmoretimes.com.
Local Oil Barons thrilled for homecoming

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter

Strathmore Minor Hockey
Association are teaming up
with the Calgary Canucks to
do a joint fundraiser AJHL
game in Strathmore, where
they will take on the Fort
McMurray Oil Barons at the
Strathmore Family Centre on
Dec. 15.
The proceeds from tickets
and silent auction items will
go back into minor hockey
operation costs and the Canucks organization.
Were quite excited to
have the AJHL game here,
said Fern Pagenkopf, SMHA
fundraising
coordinator.
Fort Mac is bringing some
Strathmore Minor Hockey
(alumni) here theres
three of those gentleman
coming home to play which
is nice to see and thats part
of the reason Leonard (Desmet) brought Fort Mac in to
try and drum up some local
support for the game.
Even if its a Canucks
home game, having the locals playing for the opposition would help attendance.
The Oil Barons are in a
rebuilding phase this year,
but for the three Strathmore
members of the team, play-
ing a game in their hometown will be a highlight of

their season.
Its going to be pretty
sweet, said Shane Fraser,
who captained the then UFA
Bisons to the Telus Cup last
season. Playing our last
game there in the playoffs, I
always thought it would be
my last game in Strathmore,
so to get the opportunity to
play in front of friends is going to be a pretty special moment for me.
Fraser said his first season
had its ups and downs because of team struggles, and
said he cant complain about
the ice time he has been getting in penalty kill and power play situations.
On a personal note its
pretty good for me to develop up here, he said I cant
complain about anything
thats happened up here. So
far its been good. Its definitely getting a feel for what
the leagues like, just the size
and speed of the game, its
quite a bit different, so adjusting to that. But now I
know what its like, I think
Im doing a pretty good job
adjusting to that.
He added that the Oil Barons have played the Canucks
a couple times this season
and lost both games that were

close in score, but he feels that it
wont be any different this time
around.
Theyve all been pretty close
games so Im expecting another
close pretty physical game, said
Fraser.
Veteran forward and Barons
assistant captain, Connor McCallum, has bounced around
the league including a stint with
the Canucks, and was ecstatic to
hear the news of playing in his
hometown.
The one day we found out
we were playing in Strathmore,
I was running around telling all
the Calgary kids, and they were
like why would you want to
play in Strathmore?
Im pretty excited to play in
front of all my friends and family. Itll be fun. Its funny having
three of us on the same team
now, but its definitely cool to
have some hometown pride
from there.
McCallum said the biggest
thing for him in his second goaround in Fort Mac has been
getting back to defensive games

as opposed to in Calgary, where
barely any systems were worked
on.
I know we were struggling
at the beginning of the year,
running around in the defensive zone, said McCallum. But
weve kind of battled that a bit
and having even more closer
games now. Were usually in every game.
Our coaches help us work on
our skills and speed quite a bit,
which is good because Im not
the fastest guy on the ice.
Recently-acquired local product Will Conley has bounced
around to a couple of teams this
season, but is excited to have
finally settled in with his new
club and is looking forward to
playing in a place that he grew
up skating in.
Itll be good just to see everyone again and hopefully get to
talk to some of my old friends
and see the support we get out
there for the game, said Conley.
Im excited to start fresh with
a new team and have an impact
here.
He added that the biggest adjustment for him has been getting used to the physicality and
speed of the game, and is anticipating an atmosphere like the
league finals with the Bisons last
season.
Pagenkopf added that there
will be silent auction items coming in from the Canucks as well
as a 50/50 raffle with added
prizes from the Calgary Flames,
and there will be a family skate
before the game with Harvey the
Hound at 5:15 p.m.
She said that this is great way
for the Canucks to showcase
their brand, and if they have 200
faces in the stands that would
benefit the players confidence
and give them a great Christmas
present.
Puck drop is at 7 p.m. on Dec.
15. Tickets are $10 for an adult,
$5 for a student (ages 13-17)
while kids 12 and under are free.
Advanced sales can be purchased at info@smhockey.com
while there will be some available at the door on game day.
Storm wins!
The Strathmore Storm peewee female team beat Red Deer 5-4 at the Strathmore Family Centre on Nov. 21.
Justin Seward Photo
Junior
curlers
Strathmores newest curlers showed
off their skills at the
rink on Nov 18. The
athletes are part of
the Junior Curling in
Strathmore.
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Food Donations
accepted for the
Christmas Hamper Society!
Special Draws Events Silent Auctions

And Much More!
Special Event Pricing
Adults: $10
Students (13-17): $5
Children 12 and under free
Big win
The Strathmore Ice U14A team traveled to Lacombe on Nov.20 to play in a
three day tournament. After playing four exciting nail biter games, the team
won the Gold Medal with a score of 6-1 against Lacombe.
Back Row: Asst. Coach Kathy Eitzen, Asst. Coach Gabi Lamoine, Susanne
Sevick, Head Coach Randal Praeker, Aubrie Hunter, Jaidyn Eitzen, Grace
Praeker, Carly Krahenbil, Reagan Bogusky. Front Row:Justine Larson, Sophie Beekman, Camille Gauvin, Cosette Lactoix, Alex Mackey. Absent in
photo: Elle Sauve.
Photo Courtesy of Janique Lagace
but encouraged to bring an

item for the
Christmas Hamper Society
Ticket includes
Skate with
Harvey the Hound
and Special Guests
from 5:15 - 6:15 pm!
Pre-Purchased tickets info@smhockey.com

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THANK YOUS
Obituaries
MORRISON,
Kenneth McLean
The Wheatland Warriors thrashed the Airdrie Lightning 8-3 at the Strathmore
Family Centre on Dec. 6.
Justin Seward Photo
Warriors make
statement in win
JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter

Wheatland Warriors head
coach Cody Brown thought
his team had a slow start to
the game versus Airdrie Dec.
6; however, the team was
able to pick it up and never
looked back in an 8-3 home
ice win.
I thought we had a decent
effort all around, said Brown.
Theres always stuff to work
on but were finding the back
of the net and points are getting spread around, which is
good to see. I think everyone
was getting a taste which was
good to see.
Airdrie got the first goal of
the game but Brown said the
boys woke up in the last half
of the first and into the second and played like they actually could and took control
and credits the defense for
keeping the visitors in check.
Definitely had a lot of
help from our goaltender,
he played well, said Brown.
Other than that, I thought
towards the end of the game
we mightve got a little too
comfortable in the defensive
zone, giving things up a little
too easy but stuff that needs
to be worked on going forward.
Cole Berg and call up
Tristan Zandee led the way
with two goals each, while
Ben Kruse, Chase Clayton,
Ben Slemp and Mo Hakim
scored in the win.
The local bantam doubleA team will host the Taber
Golden Suns at the Strathmore Family Centre on Dec.
13 at 5 p.m.
Chiefs settle for draw
Meanwhile, the Wheatland
Chiefs got out to an early 2-0
lead and unfortunately let up
to settle for a 4-4 tie with the
Bow Valley Timberwolves in
Hussar on Dec. 6.
Head coach Shadoe Stoodley thought his team took too
many shifts off.
They came back and
scored four unanswered, we
had a couple of penalties and
had some crappy turnovers,
said Stoodley. We had to regroup over the intermission
but I still wasnt very happy
with the tie. They got to realize that the game is 60 minutes; its not 30 minutes. They
cant go out and play good
for thirty minutes and expect
to win over every team.
He added that they were
losing a lot of one-on-one
battles, the awareness in the
defensive zone and thats
where Bow Valley was able
to capitalize.
Robert Butterwick sniped
two goals, while Kody Hammond and Ryan Skytt tallied
singles in the tie.
The double-A midget team
will play a home and home
with Taber this weekend
starting in Taber at 8:30 p.m.
on Dec. 11, before returning
to Hussar on Dec. 12 at 6:30
p.m.
Braves flater
The Wheatland Braves
were out-competed by the
bigger Medicine Hat Hounds
en route to a 4-3 loss on Dec.
5 in Hussar.
We just learned we cant
get by on skill and talent
alone, said Braves head
coach Carl Knudsen. Theres
other good teams in the
league that are working harder than we are. It was good
period and a half of hockey
and after that it wasnt good
enough to win.
He added the game was
pretty even as it could have
gone either way.
Medicine Hat won more
puck battles than they did
and were able to get the extra bounce because of it.
We hit a few crossbars,
a few posts that couldve
dropped too, he said.
Theyre a good team, were
a good team, it was just tight
game.
There were some positives
to take out of the game in
that Knudsen liked the secondary scoring and pressure
that worked effectively on
the ice.
Zandee, Kobe Gosling and
Bryce Benfield scored in the
loss.
The local peewee double-A
team will host the Cranbrook
in Hussar on Dec.11 at 7:30
p.m. and will play in Lethbridge on Dec. 13 at 12:30
p.m.
Ken entered his heavenly home

on Saturday, December 5, 2015 at
the age of 86 years. Ken was born
and raised in Kimberly, B.C, where his love for
the mountains and Wasa Lake was nurtured. He
began work with Calgary Power Trans Alta at
18 years of age, and dedicated 41 years of service, both as a lineman and in managerial positions. Ken married Maxine Kurtz in 1954, and they
shared 61 years together. Ken was a life member
of the Lions Club, an avid curler, sports fan, and
landscape painter. Ken is survived by his wife
Maxine; children Randle (Ronna), Wayne, Donna
(Don Drake); daughter-in-law Barb; six grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren. The family
is appreciative of the extraordinary care that Ken
received during his residence at Dawson Lake,
Sagewood. A Celebration of his life will be held
on Thursday, December 10, 2015 at Lord of All Lutheran Church, Strathmore, at 11:00 a.m. Friends
and family are invited to join in this time of honoring and remembering the life of Ken. In lieu of
flowers, donations in Kens memory can be made
directly to the recreation department at Sagewood
(140 Cambridge Glen Drive, Strathmore, AB T1P
0E2). To send condolences, please visit Kens obituary at at www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca.
MEMORIAMS
KYLE
NORMAN
RUPPE
CLASSIFIEDS
Thank you from

Strathmore Musical Arts Society
Sons of Ray Concert
Dr. Terry Proschyn
Stylz Salon & Spa
SMP
Value Drug Mart
Home Hardware
Fountain Tire
Bank Athletic Club
Chinook Credit Union
Original Joes
GET YOUR
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ADS IN THE
TIMES!
Call
403-934-5589
Ticket Outlet Thank You

Marlin Travel
Assist Business Centre
Pro Water Systems
THANK YOUS
Thank You
A special thank you to all our

relatives, friends & neighbours for all
their kindness & thoughtfulness while
John is dealing with health issues. It is
overwhelming all the flowers, cards,
visits and good food. Your generosity
and caring is more than welcome.
We appreciate and ask
Gods blessing to you all.
John and Doris Paris
MEMORIAMS
April 24, 1982

November 21, 2015.
Beloved son of Mark and
Laurie(predeceased) Ruppe
and cherished step son of Ann
Feliksiak Smith passed Nov 21/15at 33 years,
surrounded by family, love and the companionship
of Porter his devoted dog. He was so loved and
adored by his stepsisters, Ashleigh(Patrick),
Chelsea(Ivan), and Mikayla(Shaun) Smith and
his extended family in Winnipeg, Jean, Jozef,
and Margaret Feliksiak. Kyle inspired us, made
us laugh and held our hands and hearts as he
faced and challenged ALS with such tenacity and
bravery. We are so proud of you and of the person
you became. In our hearts forever Kyle. Gone but
not forgotten. Funeral service was held Nov 26,
2015 at Hope Community, Covenant Church with
internment at Strathmore Cemetery, Strathmore.
For messages, stories, tributes and pictures, please
access support for Kyle Ruppe.
In loving memory of
PAT GATES
FEB. 1925- DEC. 2014

Many a day her name is spoken,
and many an hour she is in our thoughts,
a link in our family chain is broken,
she is gone from our homes
but not our hearts.
Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by
her Sons, Daughters-in-law, Grandchildren
and Great Grandchildren.
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Piano Tuner -Technician

Prepare Your Piano for the
Christmas Season
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your event?
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The Strathmore Chamber website is updated with

the latest in value added member benefits: Including
Group insurance for small businesses, ATB business
preferred pricing, competitive rates on credit card
processing & this year there is even pet insurance
Visit http://strathmoredistrictchamber.com/membership-benefits - to renew your membership for 2016.
The beginning of 2016 will see a new Chamber
website. Members will benefit from such features
as a business directory, ad space & easy access to
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Standard Ag Society
MODEL OF IDEAL LIVING
ANNUAL
GENERAL MEETING
Monday, December 14
7:30 pm
Standard Arena
For elderly individuals or couples, helping

benefit, with secure accommodations &
24 hr Care support.
Enquire about availability of SL4-Dementia
care & assistance through AHS self-managed
care funding program based on individual
assessed care needs.
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SERVICES
COMING EVENTS
The Strathmore & District Agricultural Society is

holding their ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
on Monday, December 14, 2015, in the
Charles Mercer room located in the
Civic Center at 7:00 pm.
This is your chance to let your name stand to
become a member of the Board of Directors.
To be eligible you need to have been a current
member for one full year,
your nomination form needs to be submitted to
the Strathmore & District Agricultural Office by
Monday, December 7, 2015 by 4:30 pm.
You must be present at the AGM.
Engage in your community & make a difference!
For any additional information please contact the
office at 403.934.5811.
Western IrrIgatIon DIstrIct
Box 2372, 105 - 900 Pine road, strathmore, aB t1P 1K3
FORM 5
Irrigation Districts Act
(Section 85/86)
Merry Christmas
and
Happy New Year
NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO CHANGE
THE AREA OF AN IRRIGATION DISTRICT
TAKE NOTE that applications have been received by

the Western Irrigation District to change the area of the District.
Applications to remove parcels consist of:
During the holidays

our office will be
CLOSED
Any person wishing to complain is required to submit a written complaint to the

Western Irrigation District at Box 2372 105-900 Pine Road, Strathmore, Alberta,
T1P 1K3 within 30 days after the date of the publication of this notice.
DECEMBER
23, 24, & 25, 2015
& JANUARY 1, 2016
Jim Webber, P. Eng.
General Manager
Western Irrigation District
MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, December 19, 11 a.m.,

6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton.
Over 150 guns - handguns,
rifles, shotguns, hunting and
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The 8th. Annual Celebration of Lights Christmas Park is now open for everyones enjoyment. Park hours are Monday to Sunday
from 6pm. to 9 pm. Stop in at the Chalet
in front of Candy Cane Alley and enter to
win our weekly draws. Any donation to the
park gives you a entry form. There will be
a new item or items each week. Draws will
be made every Sunday night.
Christmas Eve Photos with Santa at the

Castle from 5 pm. to 8 pm. Dont forget to
bring your cameras.
New Years Eve Family Party at the Livestock Pavillion runs from 5 pm. to 9 pm. with
Fireworks at 8:15 pm. that evening at
the grounds. There will be a Magician,
TD Sparks from the Magic Studio at 6:30 in
the Pavillion, Free Pizza and goodies, silent
auctions, Spin to Win Wheel, dance contests
for the kids, coffee and treats for everyone.
The Pizza is donated by Dominos Pizza once
again this year. Coffee and goodies from
Rockys Bakery. So bring your appetites.
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HELP WANTED
STRATHMORE TRAVELODGE
REQUIRES HOTEL EXECUTIVE
HOUSEKEEPERS (2 Full-Time
& 1 Part-Time Positions).
$15.40 per hour. Minimum
1 year experience with
completion of high school
diploma. Duties include but
not limited to: Establish &
implement operational procedures for housekeeping
department. Plan & coordinate activities of housekeeping supervisors and
crews. Maintain inventory
of supplies, equipment and
uniforms. Schedule and assign duties of housekeeping
staff. Please email resumes
to 20extra15@gmail.com or
in person at the front desk,
350 Ridge Road Strathmore,
or via fax 403-901-0016.
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HELP WANTED
Millwright Permanent
Strathmore Station
Restaurant & Pub
Dog Grooming
has full and part time

positions for:
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250079 Range Road 245 North
www.edencourtkennels.com
All Breeds
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380 Ridge Rd., Strathmore, AB T1P 1B5
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Experience: of 2 to 3 years required
Skills: Ability to supervise and co-ordinate

the activities of 16-20 food and beverage
servers, bartenders, or front support staff,
while ensuring great food service and quality
control of foods. Will be responsible to hire
and train front staff in job duties, sanitation,
safety procedures, and AGLC legislation and
ensure that those duties and procedures are
followed. Will follow direction of and report
to the Restaurant Manager on all areas of
the front of house operations. Must possess
great oral communication, excellent problem
solving skills, and organized job task planning
abilities. Must also have the ability to work well
with others in a fast-paced environment while
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April 2016
CLASSIFIEDS
Job includes maintaining plants, potting,

planting, harvesting trees, loading and
unloading trucks, assembling orders etc.
Applicants should be willing to learn and
able to do physical work. Horticulture
experience an asset. Applicants require
their own transportation to rural address
5kms east of Strathmore. Starting wage
$11.20 per hour.
Restaurant /
Pub Servers and
Front Support Staff
Servers must be 18 years of age and have

ProServe within 30 days of hire. Minimum
wage for both positions, with opportunity to
make gratuities. Experience an asset,
but will train suitable applicants.
Apply with resume to
strathmorestationjobs@gmail.com or in
person at 380 Ridge Road Strathmore AB
T1P1B5 between 13:00 and 17:00
The Wheatland Lodge
has an opening for an experienced
Permanent Part Time

Receptionist/Administrative
Assistant
Preference will be given to applicants with
excellent Computer Skills including
Microsoft Office and Excel.
A current criminal record check is required
for employment.
Please submit resume and cover letter by
December 24, 2015 to:
Beverley Walker, CAO
Wheatland Housing Management Body
76th-2nd Street, Strathmore AB, T1P 1J8
By Fax: 403(934-4329)
By e-mail: wheatlandadmin@shawbiz.ca
We thank all applicants for their interest,
however; only those selected for an
interview will be contacted.
WHEATLAND HOUSING
MANAGEMENT BODY
Rio Tinto BC Operations is based in Kitimat, British Columbia.

Our company is seeking a qualified tradesperson to fill the role
of millwright.
The successful candidate will have their millwright qualification
and interprovincial trades certification; three or more years of
industrial work experience; strong troubleshooting skills and
a commitment to safety. Rio Tinto offers an attractive benefit
package and relocation assistance for the successful candidate.
The hourly wage rate for millwright is $46.32. Employees are
represented by UNIFOR Local
2301.
15121BR0
To apply your skills and experience with a global leader in
aluminium production, send your resume to
bcops.communications@riotinto.com.
Resumes must be received no later than December 22, 2015
and must include copies of the following: trades qualification
showing interprovincial certification; high school transcript
showing marks obtained in Grades 11 and 12; and a copy of a
current drivers license.
Rio Tinto would like to thank all applicants, however only those
shortlisted will be contacted.
Hines Colony School
EDUCATION PROGRAM
ASSISTANT
The Golden Hills School Division No. 75 invites
applications for part-time (0.6 FTE) Education
Program Assistant at Hines School located on a
Hutterite Colony near Rockyford, AB. Experience
working with students with special needs and
with students with English as a second language
will be an asset. The position will commence as
soon as possible and end June 30, 2016.
Please submit your rsum, with appropriate
documentation, to the undersigned on or before
noon on Monday, January 4th, 2016.
Only those applicants short-listed will be contacted. We thank all applicants who have applied for
their interest in the Golden Hills School Division.
Jennifer Bertsch:
Principal of Alternative ProgramGolden Hills
School Division # 75
435 A Highway # 1, Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1J4
Phone: 403-934-5121
Fax: 403-934-5124 or 934-5125
e-mail: jennifer.bertsch@ghsd75.ca
Submit resumes to robin.bogstie@ghsd75.ca
TOWN OF STRATHMORE
Where Quality of Life is A Way of Life
CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE
OFFICER (CAO)
The Council of the Town of Strathmore invites applications for the position
of Chief Administrative Officer due to retirement. The Chief Administrative
Officer reports directly to Council and is responsible for the effective
implementation of all operations of the Town in accordance with provincial
legislation and Council approved policies and programs. The position
requires an individual who can identify, evaluate risks and maintain
high levels of efficiency and productivity while developing policies and
procedures and make decisions in a timely manner. The CAO manages the
operating and capital budget, provides strategic direction and monitors
contracts and legislation. Stronger leadership skills, logical decision maker, a
self-starter and managing office resources are skills required for this role.
As the ideal candidate, you are a proven senior team leader, with strong
communication skills, as well as strong human resource management and
financial management skills. You are comfortable being seen and connected
with the community. You have economic development experience and are a
strategic thinker that is able to align organizational efforts to efficiently turn
goals into results. You demonstrate honesty and integrity and will install
these values in your team. You are an innovative leader who can motivate
and inspire your team in working towards a common vision.
Further information regarding the candidate profile and position can be
found at http://transitionalsolutions.ca/recruitment/
Information about the Town of Strathmore is available at www.strathmore.ca
Qualified candidates are requested to submit a cover letter, detailed resume
outlining experience, education and qualifications, references and salary
expectations in confidence to Doug Lagore, Senior Consultant at Transitional
Solutions Inc. doug.lagore@tsi-inc.ca
The closing date for this competition will be December 31, 2015.
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MEDICAL TRAINEES needed

now! Hospitals & doctors
offices need certified medical office & administrative
staff! No experience needed!
We can get you trained! Local job placement assistance
available when training is
completed. Call for program
details! 1-888-627-0297.
FOR RENT IN HILLVIEW (newer area in Strathmore). Close

to golf course. Perfect for
single person, N/S, No Pets.
$750 includes utilities. 403
793-0030.
FEED AND SEED
ROUND BALES - Hay, green

feed, straw and bulk oats.
Delivery available. No Sunday calls please. Phone 403704-3509 or 403-704-4333.
HEATED CANOLA buying
Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying:
oats, barley, wheat & peas
for feed. Buying damaged
or offgrade grain. On Farm
Pickup Westcan Feed &
Grain, 1-877-250-5252.
STRAW FOR SALE. Barley
straw round bales. Delivery
or pick-up. Call Jeff Kromm
403-369-8477.
WANTED
FREE SCRAP and truck removal including farm machinery. We pay cash at
our yard. 1-780-914-7560;
www.sturgeonbusparts.ca.
COMMERCIAL
RENTALS
APPROX 2000SQFT OF COMMERCIAL SPACE, located on
3rd ave. Available Jan. 1st,
2016. $1600/mo. Utilties
not included. 587-323-0869
OR 403-983-4896 (between
Dec.11-Jan.9).
HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION Specialists in huge

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BI-LEVEL HOUSE FOR RENT

in Strathaven, 4 bdrm,
fenced yard, N/S, N/P, $1200
per month plus DD, plus utilities. References required,
available immediately. 403934-2973.
2 BDRM APT, 3 appliances,
heat, balcony, AC, 2 parking
stalls included. N/P. $975/
month. Available January 1,
2016. Call Darlene 403-9013426.
$995 INCLUDING ALL

UTIL. 2/BDRM SUITE
fully furnished including
beds, bedding, dishes,
frig, stove, microwave,
etc. N/S, N/P, Responsible Tenants only. 403936-5541 or 403-6155678.
RENTALS
RENTALS
RENTALS
CONDOS FOR RENT, IN

DOWNTOWN STRATHMORE.
N/P, N/S. Available for Immediate possession. Starting at $1100/mth, includes
water and garbage fees. D/D
required. Please call 403934-3176.
HOUSE FOR RENT - Beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom

bungalow in Cambridge area
of Strathmore. This home is
1180 sq. ft with all 5 appliances included, central vac,
the most amazing basement
in town, double attached
garage with a hottub built
into a custom deck backing
onto a green space with the
bike path. The yard also has
a under irrigation system.
This home will be available
to rent for a 12 or 18 month
term starting Jan 1st , 2016.
Rent is $1600mth with a
$2000 damage deposit. No
pets and no smoking please.
To book a appointment to
view this beautiful home,
please call Craiger at 403804-5958.
CHINOOK III. 1 bdrm or 2

bdrm. Heat & water included.
No pets. Please call for availability. Call Keli 403-3242944.
4 BDRM, 2 bath home in

Strathhaven. Available Jan.
1, 2016. Includes 5 appliances, attached single car
garage. $1600/month plus
DD, utilities not included.
Please call 403-874-4096.
3 BEDROOM APARTMENT
FOR RENT for $1,250 per
month. This apartment is
1,100 square feet. It was
built at the beginning of
2014, therefore everything
in it is new. It is located
close to downtown, and right
across the street from Sacred Heart Academy. Also includes a 50 square foot shed.
Utilities are not included. It is
available for immediate possession. Please contact Niki
at 403-480-1218.
ONE & TWO BEDROOM

APARTMENTS, parking, heat
and water included. Laundry facilities. $650- $700/
month. 755 51 Ave. West,
Claresholm. Call 403-6254002, 1-403-932-1501 or
403-468-4450.
Emerald Management & Realty Ltd.

AVAILABLE RENTALS IN STRATHMORE
APPROX. 2400SQFT COMMERCIAL SPACE located on

#2 Bayside Pl. Share utilities. Available immediately.
Price negotiable. Call Wayne,
403-934-0917.
FARMS &
ACREAGES
TEXAS USA BEST BUY - We
have prime 20 acre investment Ranchettes with panoramic mountain views.
Only $395 per acre $99 per
month in Canadian funds.
Call toll free 1-800-8756568.
WESTMOUNT DR.
CHINOOK II
615 - 3RD STREET
2 bedroom bi-level
& two storey unit
with parking, some
fully renovated
& include W/D.
Children Welcome.
No pets.
From $1,225 +
Utilities.
2 bdrm, 1 bath units

in brick condo,
parking included.
Electricity and cable extra. Laundry
in bldg. Half month
free with 1 year
lease. No pets.
$995
No Stairs! 2 bdrm,
1bath, new paint
& carpet, laminate
flooring, oak cabinets, W/D, parking.
Half month free with
1 yr lease. Reduced
S/D fro Seniors. No
Pets. $995 + Utilities
IMMEDIATE
POSSESSION
CLOSE TO
DOWNTOWN &
SCHOOLS!
REDUCED
SECURITY DEPOSITS
FOR SENIORS
2 BDRM, 5 appliances, water, balcony, parking, N/P,

$1100/month. Available immediately. Call Darlene 403901-3426.
LOVELY UPPER FLOOR 2 BED
APARTMENT in quiet Crystal
Ridge cul-de-sac. Mature
person preferred. NP, NS.
$900/m + $900 SD Contact:
403-934-4769.
RENTALS
MANUFACTURED
1 BEDROOM, den, main

floor laundry and single car
garage for rent in Rockyford. No pets, No smoking.
Available Dec 1. 1000/mon,
1000/dd. Call Don 403-9341626.
HARVEST
SALE!
Save
$50,000 from the replacement cost of this 20 X 76
drywalled Grandeur Showhome that has to go! A sacrifice at $124,900. Call Terry
1-855-347-0417 or email:
terry@grandviewmodular.
com.
REAL ESTATE
the strathmore realty group
FURNISHED
ROOM FOR
RENT
$650 monthly
No D.D.
No Pets
Smokers are
allowed
Call 587-727-0382
REAL ESTATE
PASTURE & HAY LAND. 400
- 8000 acres of year round
water supply. Full operational with management available. Central Saskatchewan.
Crossfenced & complete infrastructure. Natural springs
excellent water. Shortly
ready to locate cattle. Other
small & large grain & pasture
quarters. $150k - $2.6m.
Call Doug Rue 306-7162671; saskfarms@shaw.ca.
Exclusive acreage listing. 24 Acres.

Fantastic quality built 1980 sq. ft. bungalow. Oversized attached, heated garage.
Very large trees. Clear mountain view.
Good water. Only 20 minutes to city. Located west of Carseland. Private setting.
Possession anytime. Unbeatable price!
$599,900.
Tina Scott
Associate
Broker
403-901-5388 cell
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850-4593
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403
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403
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874-6486
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Locally Owned & Operated

Working with you in our community

Ranch Market on the Trans Canada Hwy

NDP Ag Minister says he

General Practice Family Dentistry

100 Ranch Market, Unit 105F

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The Strathmore Realty Group

NONIE HALL AGENT

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THIS YEARS DASH WILL TAKE PLACE TUESDAY

december 1-12 2015 december 15 2015

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December 11, 2015 Strathmore TIMES Page 3

Opposition firm against Bill 6

details about how we planned to protect ranch and farming

from Strathmore to Bassano. She also

December 11 - 17, 2015

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Save the farmers!

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Available until December 31, 2015.

Page 4 Strathmore TIMES December 11, 2015

COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS DECEMBER 2, 2015

2016 UTILITY RATE INCREASE

Monthly Residential & Commercial Utility Rates

1) Flat Water Maintenance Levy

Water Conveyance Levy

Flat Sewer Maintenance Levy

The next regular

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING, DECEMBER

R3M Medium Density Modest Residential District

PLEASE KEEP OFF THE ICE

DUE TO THE WARM TEMPERATURES THIS WINTER

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December 11, 2015 Strathmore TIMES Page 5

WADEMSA receives county approval

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Recreation costs increase

Simpson presented the schedule of

there were any reductions for patrons

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The true meaning

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