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Community supports
fire victims
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Several locals are still reeling from the fire last

week that engulfed their homes at Strathmore
Highway Camping, but they are doing better
because of help from the community.
Quilt donation Fire crews from Wheatland County and
Strathmore responded to the fire around 4:30
p.m. on March 22. The fire started as an elec-
trical fire in one of the campers, said Michael
COVID-19 Update Bourgon, regional fire chief for Wheatland
in Strathmore & County. The crews disconnected the power
Wheatland County and responded to the then Class A fire, mean-
(as of March 30, 2021) ing it was a typical fire involving combustibles.
They then worked to protect neighbouring
611 Cases properties and lands from exposure to the fire.
36 Active | 557 Recovered “The efforts of the firefighters were flawless,”
18 Deaths he said.
The store and gas station structure, along
Wheatland with three holiday trailers, were destroyed.
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The fire started in the trailer of Elvis Servina
and Rosa Fuentes, where they have lived for
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to escape quickly and did not have time to take
any of their belongings. “We have to start from
scratch,” said Fuentes.
Tragically, their two dogs died in the fire.
“I thought they were right behind me,” she
said. “I wake up every morning thinking they
will be there.”
At first, John Tobias, who had lived on the
Strathmore Highway Camping site for about a
year, thought his home would be safe.
“I saw the flames come up from the front
end of (his) trailer, but I didn’t think it would
touch mine,” he said.
But the wind soon spread the fire to Tobias’s
Look on Page 6 for trailer, and it was quickly engulfed in flames.
Town of Strathmore Fortunately, Tobias was able to escape, along
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Skippy Edie watched as his months-old trail- Timbits/U7 Senior players at one of Strathmore Minor Hockey Association’s developmental
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Homes destroyed
Continued from Page 1 uals in town, including Peter Birk- with a friend. But an anonymous do-
enshaw, Stacie Morck, and the Face- nor has already provided him with a
Showing how intense the heat was, book group Strathmore Family of the new trailer at the campground.
an aluminum ladder Edie had on the Month Facebook page, led by Carla Mike’s Bar and Grill is holding a
ground melted. Edie also lost his util- Levitt. roast beef dinner to raise funds for
ity trailer containing all his tools. “The whole town has stopped to Edie on April 10. Tickets are $20,
Many people in Strathmore and be- help us,” said Servina. with $10 from each ticket going to
yond have stepped up to help those Since the fire, Fuentes and Servi- help Edie.
affected by the fire. Value Drug Mart na have been staying at a property “I’ve never been treated this way
All that remained of three homes and a building at Strath- has donation bits set up, and there in Strathmore. They are now looking in all my days,” he said. “People have
more Highway Camping on March 26 were dumpsters of are several other fundraising and for a new place to rent. all really come together to help and
rubble and charred lots. donation efforts by several individ-
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County councillors allegedly breach

“code of conduct”
SEAN FEAGAN tions were made directing administration to pre-
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter pare a letter of reprimand to each councillor found
to be in violation of the code of conduct, in accor-
Three Wheatland County councillors appear to dance with that bylaw. Each motion failed, how-
have been found in breach of the council’s code ever.
of conduct, but details are obstructed because the Reeve Amber Link and Councillor Glenn Koester
issue appeared in closed sessions. supported each of these three motions. Armstrong
The conduct violations are allegedly associated supported the motion directed at himself but said
with comments made during the Feb. 16 council he does not regret the intent of his comments
meeting regarding provincial COVID-19 public within the discretion of council.
health restrictions. “I will not vote in favour of reprimanding an
During the March 2 council meeting, a resolution individual for spending time with their family
was passed in a closed in-camera session directing or speaking against provincial regulations even
administration to hire an independent investiga- though it goes against our code of conduct bylaw,”
tion team, in accordance with the county’s code said Wilson, during one of these motions.
of conduct bylaw, for an official complaint filed Link said the proposed letter of reprimands are
against Deputy Reeve Scott Klassen and Council- in relation to violations of council’s code of con-
lors Jason Wilson, Tom Ikert and Ben Armstrong. duct, rather than for discussing any issue.
This was according to the meeting’s published Koester proposed a motion for Armstrong, Ik-
minutes. ert and Wilson to provide a letter of apology to
Several resolutions related to the investigation council. This motion failed 5-2, with only Link and
were addressed during the March 23 council meet- Koester supporting it.
ing. Motions were passed indicating the investi- Wilson said he will not be apologizing for his
gators concluded Wilson, Ikert and Armstrong actions.
breached the code of conduct, but Klassen did not. “I stand beside what I did and if I have to, I will
However, details of the investigation, including gladly do it again,” he said.
the specifics of any conduct breaches, alleged or Armstrong said he does not regret the intent of
proven, were not presented during the public por- his comments made on Feb. 16.
tion of the meeting and have not been released to A motion directing administration to provide
the public. A report was provided to council by the council options for media relations for general
investigators, however. training and education passed 6-1, with Armstrong
During the March 23 meeting, independent mo- voting in opposition.

Lions Club online auction set to go

SEAN FEAGAN nesses are closed due to COVID,” he said, adding the deadline
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for donations is April 5.
The auction will be conducted by Premier Auctions. While
The Strathmore Lions Club is holding this is the first time the group has held their auction online,
its 34th annual auction online to secure the Standard Lions Club proved that approach can be a suc-
funding for community projects. cess.
Normally the Lions hold a live auction “They made very good money on it,” said Hauck.
at the Strathmore Civic Centre. But this Last year’s auction was cancelled altogether because of CO-
year’s auction will be an online auction, VID-19, and the Strathmore club’s activities remain hampered
starting April 16, with bidding closing by the pandemic.
April 23. So far, about 95 items are ready “We couldn’t do anything when it came down to it,” said
to be auctioned. Smith. “There’s a lot of people hesitant to interact face-to-face,
The event is one of the most impor- so it’s been tough.”
tant fundraising events for the charity. The Lions are also hoping this year’s Strathmore rodeo will
Over 33 years, it has raised $943,000 for proceed, as it is the organization’s other major fundraising
community initiatives via the auction, event. But to raise funds for community projects, the club has
equalling almost $28,000 per year. organized other initiatives, including bottle drives, box socials
“We hope this will help bring in some and walk-a-thons.
funding, so we can put that money back Scott said it might take some time before the club is back
into the community,” said Mike Scott, to normal. But with more people getting vaccinated, there is
Strathmore Lions Club president. some hope on the horizon.
The club has led many large proj-
ects throughout town. These include
the skating rink at the ag grounds, the
splash park at Kinsmen Park and the
new pedestrian bridge over George
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Train whistles could stop in Carseland

SEAN FEAGAN crossing there.
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter The single-track crossing is located at Barstow St. (Range
Road 260), in the southeast of Carseland, just north of High-
Carseland could become quieter, as Wheatland County is way 24. Trains must blow two long, one short and one long
considering having Canadian Pacific Railway stop its trains whistle starting a quarter mile away from at-grade cross-
from blowing whistles when approaching the railroad ings, as per Transport Canada’s rail operating rules.
There have been complaints made by several residents
and business operators about the whistles bellowed by ap-
ADOPTING A RESCUE DOG?
WATCH OUT FOR PHONY FEES Pass the Salt
proaching trains, explained Wheatland County’s Division 3
Councillor Donna Biggar.
“It’s really hard to conduct business because there are a
How the scam works: lotNEW
of trains
THINGS going through and healing the whistle justAtpretty
miracles. much
one point,
You are looking to adopt a dog, and you find stops whatever transaction or Jesus conversation,” said
needed a break and Biggar.
an animal shelter or individual online wanting “You get used
Throughout thetobiblical
it, but as a business orderedowner, I can
his disciples to see
get why
to rehome a puppy. You message them for
more information and receive a convincing, they are wanting to
story, God calls the people do this.” in the boat and they would all
heart-tugging backstory. In one recent BBB
Scam Tracker report, a scammer claimed to
But where
to ‘new gates
things. Backhavewhenbeen added crossto crossings,
over to the other other
side com-
of
be finding a new home for her poodle after a munities have were
the Israelites had slaves
railroad companies the lake.stop theirstorm
A terrible trains from
blew
car accident left her unable to care for the
dog. In other cases, scammers impersonate
whistling when
in Egypt, their approaching,
masters were known as whistle
in and threatened cessation.
to swamp
real animal shelters. Formaking
example, Strathcona
life exceedingly County’s council passed
the boat. Jesus slept. The a resolu-
In this version of the puppy scam, the tion to enact whistle
difficult. The Egyptians fearedcessation at five crossings in
disciples woke him, pleading, 2019.
scammer may not charge for the dog. Wheatland
their numbers,Countyso increased contacted“Save Canadian
us! We arePacific
going Railway
to
Instead, they ask for a refundable deposit to
“hold” the pup or request payment to ship (CPR) and Transport
the work quota’s and began a Canada to start the process
drown!” Jesus reprimanded of whis-
the pet to your home. Most scammers ask
you to pay through a digital wallet or use a
tleprogram
cessation at the crossing.
of eliminating infant CPR’s them Pete
for notBayerle
trusting in and
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pre-paid debit card or gift card. Although Rosin
males.presented their
The Israelites views
prayed to on provision.
this proposedGod hadchange
called at the
this scam mostly involves dogs, it can also
include cats and other pets.
March 23 county
God, and council
God put into motion meeting.them to follow, to leave the life
The
their crossing meets all
means of escape. Theythe requirements
they had beenfor whistle
living, cessa-
and they
Once they’ve gotten your money, scammers
disappear. The dog never existed. tion, said Bayerle, CPR
landed in the desert and spent senior manager of projects
needed to trust, even when theand pub-
lic the
works for Western
next 40 years wandering Canada. This is because
going was rough. it has flashing
How to Avoid Pet Adoption Scams
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pet’s photo to a reverse image search. If you find multiple pet adoption sites using
the same picture, it’s probably a scam. approaching
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Use money transfer with friends: Protect yourself from scams by only using money
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learn this 30 stopping to blow whistles when approaching this
transfer apps for their intended purpose -- sending money to people you personally seconds of warning
them—visibly in a cloud by time at the new ‘way of living’. Today, I eight
crossing. There is an railway crossing in Carseland at Barstow St.
know.
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of his
train ministry, people
approaching onwere
the main line,Rev. Pamela Scott
said Bayerle. line at about 80 km/h. Without enough
On the golf crowding
There is around,
concern seeking
that as the Strathmore
lights startUnited Church
to flash and the time for them to clear the tracks, they
course, could be hit by the approaching train.
However, the parked trains on the
“every STRATHMORE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH HOPE COMMUNITY backtrack are far from the crossing,
50 Maplewood Drive • 403-934-2225 COVENANT CHURCH and are likely not even seen by motor-
shot makes Senior Pastor: Rev. Les Fischer 245 Brent Blvd, Strathmore • 403-934-2424 ists, said Biggar.
Youth Pastor: Rev. Kyle Lomenda Pastor: Heidi Wiebe
somebody All services and gatherings are Weekly online services available
“Every time I’ve seen a train off to
cancelled until further notice. www.hope-community.ca the side, they’re quite a bit further
happy!” www.strathmorefullgospel.com west,” she said.
BOW RIVER ALLIANCE CHURCH But the concern is CPR’s trains con-
STRATHMORE SEVENTH-DAY 105 Main St. Carseland
tinue to get longer, said Bayerle. “It’s
ADVENTIST CHURCH 403-991-6143
Pastor: Kevin Enns true that they’re parked a little further
Meeting in the Lutheran Church
112 Lakeside Blvd. 1-888-506-1066 ext. 101 office@bowriveralliance.com back right now, but that may not al-
Pastor: Donald Wright Broadcasting services on ways be the case,” he said.
Services held every Saturday church Facebook page. A safety study about whistle cessa-
Sabbath School: 10 AM www.bowriveralliance.com
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Rev. Malcolm Kern through the intersection with Railway
STRATHMORE UNITED Sunday worship online at Avenue are starting from a stop, they
Wheatland Trail & 3rd Avenue facebook.com/strathmoreanglican
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will not reach the 50 km/h speed limit
“Becoming fully alive in Jesus Christ”
Rev. Pamela Scott before reaching the crossing. Still, the
In-person services and gatherings are LORD OF ALL (NALC) LUTHERAN consultant recommended the speed
cancelled until further notice. 112 Lakeside Blvd. • 403-934-2374 limit on Barstow St. be decreased from
Online services available at Pastor: Dawn Nelson 50 km/h to 40 km/h.
www.smoreuc.com All worship services and gatherings are
The office will be open part time. closed until further notice.
Wheatland County is planning a
The office will be open part time. public engagement to get input from
HARVEST HEALING CENTRE CHURCH Join us in Praising our Lord, Jesus Christ! residents on the issue, including why
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New odour control at EarthRenew

SEAN FEAGAN tempted to speak to about 40 residents If aquifer levels diminish, restrictions
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter with concerns and has submitted in- would likely be adjusted by the AEP.
formation packages to area residents Wheatland County’s municipal plan-
While some rural residents are op- and posts information to its website, ning committee will consider granting
posed to the restart of EarthRenew, a said Driver. It has provided Wheatland a development permit for the facility
manure-to-fertilizer plant in Wheatland County an odour management plan, on April 13. If a development permit
County, the facility will be different which includes recording complaints, is approved, EarthRenew will seek ap-
from the last time it ran, according to investigation and response, report- proval from AEP. This will require the
the company’s CEO. ing to Alberta Environment and Parks completion of air dispersion modelling,
Besides being under new owner- (AEP) and reviewing odour complaint as well as the submission of ground-
ship, the facility, located at Cattleland records. water, stormwater and odour manage-
Feedyards north of Strathmore, will be Another concern voiced by residents ment plans.
designed to control odours better, said is the plant reducing the water table, “We are working hard with all levels
Keith Driver, CEO of EarthRenew Inc. as it accesses groundwater for use in of government to address the various
The past operation, which operated the process. The water is used for op- concerns and ensure we have all the
around 2008, had limited odour con- erations at the power facility operating right equipment and design choices
trol mechanisms, he explained. But this onsite at Cattleland. Once the fertilizer to ensure the highest levels of compli-
time around, EarthRenew is planning facility is up and running, the turbine ance,” said Driver.
capital investments in environmental on site provides the waste heat used to Obtaining AEP permitting, selecting
control technologies to reduce odour. dry the animal waste. But the amount equipment and beginning commission-
While the company has not made of water the plant uses (2,100 m3 per ing may take a year.
final equipment selections, Driver an- year) should not alter the local water “To residents, it may sound like we
ticipates the plant will feature a com- table, said Driver. haven’t made all the decisions yet
bination of technologies. These may “Given the small amount of water around the technology,” he said. “How-
include a bag house, cyclones and a we have requested access to – essen- ever, it is because the investment in
dual scrubber designed to take out any tially two household’s worth – we have equipment and making those design
fine particulates and reduce odours to as much chance of drawing down the choices has many variables that con-
a level not detected by humans. aquifer as any household in the com- tinue to evolve, and we want to remain
“We are still speaking with the de- munity,” he said. “Our usage is moni- flexible to ensure the project is a suc-
sign engineers and vendors to under- tored and limited.” cess.”
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Strathmore Municipal Building Holiday Closure

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and Easter Monday please plan accordingly. Our online services will still
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A new night drop-box is available to receive forms and payments at the
new Strathmore Municipal Building, 1 Parklane Drive. If you have already
dropped off payment at the previous location it will be received however,
that drop-box will soon be removed and we encourage residents to use
the new drop-box. Have a great day.
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know about registration information.
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Does your organization promote healthy families, strong communities,
children or senior programs? Strathmore Family and Community Eagle Lake Trail Closure
Support Services (FCSS) is once again accepting local applications for
funding. The application deadline is April 16 at 4:00pm. To request an EPCOR will be working on the
application or for more information please email FCSS@strathmore.ca. Pink Palace by the Waste Water
Treatment Plant and will require the
Eagle Lake Pathway to be closed to
First Reading of Bylaw 21-07 Off-site Levy Bylaw the public. Work is expected to start
April 6 and will last approximately
Town Council has given first reading to Bylaw 21-07 at the March 17,
two days.
2021 Regular Council Meeting. This Bylaw will repeal and replace the
existing Off-site Levy Bylaw (15-17). Those who wish to provide comments
for council’s consideration can do so by emailing infrastructure@ Last Chance to Prune Your Elms
strathmore.ca prior to second reading, tentatively planned for April 7, If you have Elm trees in your yard, you have until March 31 to prune them. After
2021. A copy of Bylaw 21-07 can be found on the Town’s website within March 31 it is illegal to prune Elm trees in Alberta. This law is in effect during
the March 17, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Agenda Package. the spring and summer months when elm bark beetles are active. For more
https://calendar.strathmore.ca/meetings/ information, call the STOPPED hotline at 1-877-837-ELMS or check out the
website at www.stopded.org.

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

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

Public Hearing Process

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

PO Box 2280, 1 Parklane Dr., Strathmore AB, T1P 1K2 . 403 934 3133 . For News Updates Visit Strathmore.ca
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New fire hall

progressing Strathmore RCMP are reminding
Progress on the new Carseland Fire Hall residents to Lock-It or Lost-It
continues, with the building now mostly following several thefts
enclosed. In March, crews worked to from vehicles.
thaw the ground inside the building, fol-
lowed by the excavation and installation - Locking your vehicle doors is a
of underground plumbing.
quick and simple way to help
Sean Feagan Photo
prevent this crime.

Local quilter’s guild supports mental health

- Hide loose change inside the
vehicle where it can’t easily be seen
and take all items of any value with
JANET KANTERS you when leaving your car.
Times Editor
- Never leave your vehicle
A group of local quilters is helping running unattended.
support mental health by creating and
donating quilts to the Blankets of Love Strathmore RCMP ask residents to
Foundation for Mental Health. help do their part by ensuring their
Members of the Wheatland Quilters property is properly locked.
Guild have donated in excess of 60
quilts so far to the foundation to help
that group reach its goal of 250 quilts
1-800-222-TIPS
by April 6.
The Blankets of Love Foundation will
(1-800-222-8477)
present the 250 quilts to the Foothills,
Peter Lougheed, South Health Campus Wheatland Quilters Guild has donated in excess of 60 quilts to the Blankets of Love Foundation for
and Rockyview General hospitals for Mental Health. Photo Courtesy of Connie Barteaux
patients in their care.
According to Connie Barteaux, presi- to COVID, the group met three to four numbers 33. At their in-person gath-
dent of the Wheatland Quilters Guild, times a month to sew. Today, members erings, they take the opportunity “to
guild members have been working on work on their own, but continue to learn new techniques, new methods, 403-934-5552
120 - 2nd Avenue, Strathmore
the quilts for over a year. stay in touch with telephone calls and new tools, new patterns. It’s all about
“We have set charities that we do- through their private Facebook page. learning and fellowship.”
nate to and we also look for a new one They are always open to new members The guild also holds a fundraiser
every year. One of our guild members as well. every year in order to purchase fabric YOUR WEEKLY
contacted Blankets of Love last Febru- “We don’t only do charity work, and batting to make quilts and other HEALTH ADVICE
ary (2020) to see if we could contribute members are welcome to just work on projects for charity work. This year, the Gord Morck Pharmacist
some quilts,” said Barteaux. “Then CO- their own projects,” said Barteaux, who fundraiser is a raffle, with a king-sized Capsule Comments
VID hit, and for the longest time hos- added once COVID restrictions relax quilt as the prize. Tickets are $2 each
Menopause is not a disease that has to be
pitals weren’t taking the quilts. So, we further and the group can meet in per- and can be purchased via wheatland-
treated. However, it’s a good idea to check
just kept working away on them.” son again, they hope to welcome new quilters@gmail.com or by calling 403- with your doctor if you have symptoms that
When donations could finally be ac- members to the guild, which at present 990-3546. are troubling you. Here are some ideas you
cepted again, Wheatland Quilters Guild can use to ease the transition into and through

Put a
had already finished quite a number of menopause: quit smoking; eat a diet high in
quilts. fibre, low in fat with many vegetables and
But Blankets of Love isn’t the only fruit; ensure adequate intake of calcium and
charity Wheatland Quilters Guild do- vitamin D; keep to a healthy weight and do

Spring
nates to. The group, which has been weight-bearing exercises (even stair-climb-
in existence since 2012, has always ing and dancing) at least 3 x weekly.
sewn comfort quilts for cancer patients. Over 60% of Canadians say they don’t get

in your
They also sew what are called “bags of a good night’s sleep. It’s a common problem
love,” fabric bags that are given to chil- and sleeping pills aren’t the answer. The
dren who are in essence rescued from mineral, magnesium, might be of some help.

step!
drug houses. The bags contain a quilt, The best way to get vitamins and minerals
clothes, and school and hygiene items. is from food but magnesium levels are often
Over the past year, the guild has also low in many people so supplements might be
donated quilts to Ronald McDonald in order. How much to take daily? For wom-
House. They also sew zippered bags en, 320mg and for men 420mg. It might help.
and gift bags for the Strathmore and Studios, One Bedroom The development of vaccines against
Wheatland County Christmas Hamper COVID-19 happened in record time through
Society. & One Bedroom + Den the cooperation of the scientists worldwide.
While the guild members do a lot of There is hope is that this cooperation will
charity work, they also find time to sew Suites available! speed up the discovery of vaccines for ill-
quilts just for the pleasure of it. Prior nesses like HIV.
People are always looking for a miracle
food that may have positive health effects.
Residential Groups of researchers have observed thou-
Acreage sands of people who regularly included chili
peppers in their diets and observed a relative
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first responders respond to life-threatening opioid
overdoses and save more lives.
April 20 The Digital Overdose Response System (DORS)
smartphone app is designed to improve emergen-

10:30 a.m. cy response to overdoses. The new app announce-

ment comes after published substance-use surveil-
lance data showed 1,128 people died in Alberta
from opioid overdoses in 2020.
The app works like a check-in system for people
using drugs with overdose potential, such as opi-
oids, in their homes or other private settings. If they
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DORS is being tested this summer in Calgary. It

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Let’s Talk
berta next year.
The app appears like other systems, such as
medical alert or lifeline systems, linking people

Heart Math:
to emergency services. According to Kevin Link,
Wheatland EMS operations manager, the greatest
potential of DORS lies in decreasing the time it
takes emergency personnel to respond to an over- A paramedic comforts an opioid overdose patient after a suc-
dose. cessful treatment with naloxone. An app being tested by the
Strategies for “Once you’re not breathing, you really only have provincial government could speed emergency response to
Hosted by Joanne Simpson Managing Your about 10 minutes before permanent and irrevers- overdoses.
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from AHS over Zoom. Stress ible brain damage occurs,” he said, adding DORS
in Challenging Times might be more attractive to experienced users, rath- cause you have x and y coordinates (latitude and
Please join us by phone if er than those experimenting with new substances. longitude), but not z (height).”
you cannot Zoom. Some opioid users have shown they are aware of The number of overdose events Wheatland EMS
Information will be given the dangers of overdose. responds to varies, said Link. “You’ll have none for
upon registration. FREE EVENT “Some of the places we go have a supply of nal- several weeks, but then you will have several of
for those 55+ oxone because there’s been frequent overdoses
there,” he said. “So people like that might use this
them within a week,” he said. “If all of a sudden a
stronger batch of narcotic arrives, there are more

Tuesday
Please register by emailing BTG app.” calls.”
at btgalberta@outlook.com While the app provides a location, sometimes Link said Wheatland EMS responded to an opi-
or by calling 403-361-7216
April 13
that is not enough to find a person suffering an oid overdose call within the last month. “It’s heart-
to receive Zoom link. overdose. “GPS coordinates don’t always help you,” breaking when we go to those calls, especially
If you are already on our noted Link. “If you’re responding at an apartment when so often the family doesn’t know that person
1 pm BTG mailing list, the Zoom link
will automatically be sent.
building, you can’t tell what floor they are on be- was an addict.”

www.bridgingthegapalberta.ca GHSD “cautiously optimistic” on budget

SEAN FEAGAN rolled.
Bridging Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
the Gap Addictions and
VisualMental
Identity Standards
Health
Growing Families Society
for East Rural Counties But at the start of this school year, many districts
in the province had fewer students, with many
A month after the 2021 provincial budget was families choosing online learning or homeschool-
announced, Golden Hills School Division (GHSD) ing because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
is “cautiously optimistic” about next year’s educa- “They saw their student populations go down
tion funding. by anywhere from five to 15 per cent – quite a
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If the government were to follow the new fund-

were discussed during GHSD’s board meeting on ing framework, this would result in reductions
March 23. However, GHSD is still awaiting actual in funding to these school divisions. Instead, the
budget figures from the province, which are sched- province held funding levels, thereby “holding
uled to be delivered by March 31, explained Laurie harmless” these divisions. This was important be-
Huntley, board chair. cause many of these divisions had increased costs
But several budget areas appear to be funded from funding things such as learning at home and
similarly to last year, including operations and
Growing
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GHSD was different from many other school
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quo for the most part,” said Huntley. person-to-person learning at any time during the
Growing Together SWCCSWCC AGM April AGM 29 29 April 29 29 But without having the final numbers, it is dif-
SWCC AGM April 29
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year. The division also experienced an increase in
enrolment for its two online learning programs,
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at swcchamber@gmail.com
ment projections made in May 2020. Then, bud- to,” said Daverne. “That’s all across the province.”
on applications or if you’d like an invitation to the AGM
gets were to be adjusted at the start of the school GHSD is hoping the province will provide addi-
year based on the number of students who en- tional funding to support this increased demand.
 April 2, 2021 • Strathmore TIMES • Page 9

New executive director at RSA

LAUREEN F. GUENTHER ment show, Sticks and Stones, directed by Deanne
Times Contributor Bertsch, to be streamed online from April 22 to
May 1.
Paul Muir, Rosebud School of the Arts’ long-time On April 14, Rosebud Chorale and other musi-
education director, recently accepted the addition- cal groups at RSA will present an online concert
al role of executive director. fundraiser called Rosebud Alive!
The organization has been without a full-time For the summer, RSA is exploring options, per-
executive director since 2018. Throughout 2020, a haps an outdoor play or concert series. In fall,
team of six senior management and board mem- the second-year students will perform a Christmas
bers, including Muir, provided executive leader- play.
ship. This fall, RSA plans to pilot a film program,
During that pandemic year, Rosebud School of unique to Rosebud, called Film as Story. Rosebud School of the Arts continues in-person classes this year, as an
the Arts (RSA) moved classes online in March, and Muir said this period is also a time to rebuild, to AHS-approved performing arts cohort.
Photo Courtesy of Randall Wiebe
Rosebud Theatre cancelled all its mainstage pro- work on organizational matters that may not get
ductions. enough attention when things are busy. partnerships and to develop the school’s 35 unused acres
In September, RSA reopened in-person classes In the school and theatre, he’d like to work to- of land.
as a performing arts cohort. In November, Rose- ward more integration. As Muir describes his vision for Rosebud School of the
bud Theatre opened an in-person production of “When our students really have the apprentice- Arts, his enthusiasm is visible.
A Christmas Carol, pivoting to online streaming ship opportunities on the opera house deck, I “What I hope for, in humility, is to hold (that vision) and
when restrictions tightened. think it makes both sides of the organization bet- receive it and carry it, in whatever way I am meant to do that.
But a few weeks of ticket sales couldn’t make ter,” he said. “It makes the theatre better and it There’ll be challenges. I know it won’t be perfect. But I do
up for the year’s lost revenue, typically amounting makes the school better. It’s a value-added feature believe that lots of good can happen.”
to $2.5 million. However, because of the generos- for our patrons too, because they really love see- In the meantime, he’ll continue leading the organization
ity of donors, a federal government wage subsidy, ing students come into their own.” through the pandemic.
spending reductions, lay-offs and across-the-board He’d also like to enhance the dining in the Mer- “Rosebud lives, thanks to the support of our donors and
salary cuts, RSA ended 2020 with a small surplus, cantile, by engaging local growers and creating a supporters,” he said.
which they applied to their deficit. farm-to-table experience for patrons. “It’s been a challenging time, but good things are going
This January, the board asked Muir to take on “I think about the core of our mission, which is to come out of this. There’s something about going through
the additional role of executive director. to enrich lives,” he said. trial and challenge that is still meaningful. If you have a
Although Rosebud Theatre is still closed, RSA “Real hospitality and that real direct enriching sense of that meaning, even that can sometimes sustain you
continues teaching in-person. of lives, I think people are hungry for it, and I through the outcome.”
“It actually means that the thing that we know think we’re going to be called to offer that to the For more information about Rosebud School of the Arts’
we can do (during the pandemic) becomes front population (after the pandemic). What an amazing upcoming events and to donate, see rosebudschoolofthearts.
and centre, which really is at the core of our man- opportunity to do what we do, and to do it better, com.
date,” Muir said. “We hope to get through this year and to do it coming out of COVID.”

New Lakewood
supporting education first, and connecting with Looking to foster sustainability and growth after
our audience as well, connecting with all our pa- COVID, he wants to rebuild RSA’s reserve fund,
trons through education.” to expand the scholarship fund and to eliminate
While the theatre is closed, RSA is offering stu-
dent shows, giving theatre experiences to patrons
and providing apprenticeship opportunities to
RSA’s deficit. Then he wants to implement policies
that ensure the organization won’t end up in a
deficit position again.
park proposed
students. Believing that Rosebud is God’s gift for every- SEAN FEAGAN
RSA’s second-year class is rehearsing For Home one, he wants to increase the organization’s diver- Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
and Country, by Canadian playwright Leanna sity of students, staff and patrons.
Brodie, on the Opera House stage. Directed by There are also buildings to be repaired, particu- Plans have been launched for a new park in Lakewood
Rosebud Theatre’s Artistic Director Morris Ertman, larly the historic Rosebud Hotel which provides Meadows, but how it will be funded is up in the air.
it will be streamed online starting April 30, with RSA’s offices. The Opera House also needs work, The park plan was presented to town council on March
readiness to shift to in-person performances if re- Muir said, and in time, he believes the organiza- 17 by representatives of Lakewood of Strathmore, to secure
strictions lift. tion can support a new and bigger theatre. funding for the project.
First-year students are also rehearsing a move- He wants to continue community-enhancing The park is being called Brave Park to recognize historic
people and leaders alongside today’s frontline workers and

Spring has sprung

emergency services personnel, explained Scott Silva, Lake-
wood of Strathmore’s director of sales and marketing.
“Part of the idea of this park is really to pay honour to
LEELA SHARON AHEER drought and excess moisture. these heroes – these pillars of our community,” he said.
Chestermere-Strathmore MLA Minister of Health Minister Tyler Shandro offers Brave Park would feature a playground, programmable
financial support for students completing their res- fields and a monument to these pillars. The half-acre play-
This week’s weather was Alberta’s finest display idency training in rural Alberta and agree to prac- ground has been designed, but specifics were not presented
of the saying, “if you don’t like the weather, wait tice in rural Alberta. This is an amazing opportunity in the meeting. The project is to be locally sourced, includ-
five minutes.” We went from spring weather and for new physicians and will help with rural recruit- ing production, manufacturing, design and contracting, said
light coats to winter weather with a couple of inch- ment and retention. The total amount being spent Silva.
es of snow, to shorts weather to intense wind gusts, this year on this initiative is around $90 million. We According to Neal Coulter, Lakewood developer, the park
all within 24 hours. I hope you were able to navi- offer some of Canada’s best programs for recruit- would help attract residents to the community which cur-
gate the fickle weather and enjoy some sunshine. ment and retraining physicians, including compen- rently lacks a playground.
I would like to wish everyone a belated celebra- sation that is amongst the highest in Canada. The “The kids are there on a daily basis, throwing rocks at each
tion of the feast of Palm Sunday, commemorating minister also exempted rural physicians from over- other for their enjoyment right now,” he said.
Jesus’s triumphant entry into Jerusalem and the head policy and froze the liability rates for rural The park is projected to cost $410,150. Silva said the Lake-
beginning of the first day of the Holy Week. We and family physicians at $1,000. The Rural Health wood representatives asked town council to consider fund-
also celebrated Holi, a celebration in Hinduism that Professions Action Plan with be the ones running ing this cost entirely. But just the half-acre playground could
marks the beginning of spring and the triumph of the service agreement program, which gives rural be developed first for under $200,000, said Coulter, later in
good over evil. and remote areas greater access to a family doctor. the meeting.
I will be holding an Easter egg COVID-friendly In December, Alberta began its vaccination cam- Using public money to pay for the park would be a depar-
drive-through on April 3 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon in paign, first targeting high-risk populations that in- ture from past policy. Developers are expected to construct
Strathmore, at the Strathmore Stampede grounds, cluded residents of long-term care and designated and install the first playground in their development, said
and in Chestermere at the Chestermere Landing supportive living facilities. The majority of Alberta’s Jim Simpson, the town’s interim director of infrastructure,
from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. We look forward to see- oldest residents have been vaccinated against CO- operations and development services. Second and third play-
ing all of you from your cars. VID-19, putting the province ahead of the national grounds in a community may be considered for receiving
I wanted to chat with you about AgriStabil- average for immunizations among the elderly. Al- town funds, he added.
ity. Our government supports farmers and ranch- berta Health has confirmed that about 75 per cent Councillor Denise Peterson suggested other groups, such
ers through business risk management programs of Albertans aged 75 and older are most vulnerable as health care workers, Wheatland and Adjacent Districts
of more than $300 million for those farmers and to the disease and have received COVID-19 vac- Emergency Medical Services (WADEMSA), firefighters and
ranchers facing significant declines in farm income. cinations. municipal workers, could help fundraise for the park.
Agriculture and Forestry Minister Devin Dreeshen Vaccination bookings were opened to the public “I know with community involvement that this (project) is
has been working to remove the reference mar- last month. As of Saturday, 576,953 Albertans have definitely doable, and the price is very commensurate with
gin limit, providing more support to farmers and received at least one dose, and 96,447 Albertans anything that I’ve ever worked on in the past” she said.
ranchers. The federal government had promised have been fully immunized (with two doses). Al- Lakewood has started engaging residents to move towards
$170 million for changes to the AgriStability and bertans are being vaccinated as fast as supply al- a community-based committee on the park, said Silva.
then decided to remove $75 million from the com- lows. Town council accepted the presentation for administra-
pensation. Alberta transfers more than $20 billion As always, I love to hear from you. tion. It then passed a motion directing administration to re-
to Ottawa annually, so we are very disappointed (Leela Sharon Aheer is the MLA Elect for Chester- turn with a report detailing how to respond to the funding
with this decision. We deserve equity for our farm- mere-Strathmore, Minister of Status of Women and request. The report will be presented alongside an update
ers and ranchers, especially as they navigate hail, Minister of Culture and Multiculturalism) from Lakewood’s representatives at a future meeting.
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X225. www.awna.com.
“Sometimes old-fashioned things like
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wheat weaving and lots of quilting clubs. selling to the highest bidder!
Bidding closes April 14. Visit
~ Laura Ingalls Wilder. BY ACCLAMATION
Jackie is survived by her son Rob (Chrisi) and their
children Justin, Andrea, Kurtis, and Chelbea; daughter
premierauctions.ca. Meadowlark Senior Care Home we have Irrigation Districts Act
Janice (Steve) Habets and their son Austin; and many
looked at challenges & found practical (Section 61(3), (5))
UNRESERVED Electric Vehi- ways to do things. This encourages a
nieces and nephews. Jackie was predeceased by her
husband of 52 years, Bob.
cle Motor Auction. Hundreds
of UNUSED electric motors
balanced approach to caring for your TAKE NOTE that only one nomination
A private funeral will be held on Saturday, March and controllers selling unre-
loved ones to be happy, healthy, and safe. was received for the election of a
27th, 2021. served! Calling all EV enthu- - Government Licensed Supportive Living member to the Board of Directors
To send condolences, please visit Jackie’s obituary at siasts! Bidding closes April Accepting applications for residency. of the Western Irrigation District in
www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca 13. Visit premierauctions.ca.
Call now: 403-934-5294 Division 3. When only one nomination
is received for an electoral division, the
THANK YOUS nominee is elected by acclamation and
In accordance with balloting is not required. Therefore, I
Thank You The Warehousemen’s Lien Act, declare Richard Page to be elected as
Obituary The family of Janice Jensen would like to
the following will be sold by Director for Electoral Division 3 of the
Western Irrigation District.
PENNER, David Richard
thank everyone who supported them with food,
flowers, phone calls, fellowship, cards, kind
Online Auction DATED at the Town of Strathmore in
June 2, 1941 – March 30, 2021 words and love. We are blessed with so many April 21, 2021 at 11 am the Province of Alberta, this 25th day of
amazing people in our lives. by Wild Rose Auction Services Ltd
David passed away suddenly on March 30, 2021. He March, 2021.
is survived by his wife, Shirley; daughter Dana (Rob- Special thanks to all the doctors, nurses, in Wheatland County AB for
ert); sisters Elvera, Elfreda, and Mary (Wayne); and hospital staff and caregivers over the last few Four Amigos RV and Mini Storage. David McAllister, P.Eng, MSc, MBA
brother Ed (Diane). David was predeceased by his years who cared for Janice. Returning Officer
parents and his brother, Henry. Motorhome (vin 97212ENB9HW006724,
David lived his entire life on the family farm south of 1*GBKP37W3H3308648),
Strathmore in the Cairnhill District. Although he was debtor Ellen Walker
retired from farming, he spent many enjoyable hours
taking care of the yards. Boat & trailer (vins AB12661780,
A private graveside service will be held on Saturday, A Sincere Thank You to our friends, neighbors 205175D14ST.G) and contents of
April 3, 2021. and communities for all the shows of kindness and unit Z 5/6, debtor Akram Haddad FORM 1
To send condolences, please visit David’s obituary at concern; the phone calls, cards, Facebook
www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca condolences and food. We would like to make a
Irrigation Districts Act
special note of appreciation for the nursing and (Section 45(2) (b))
medical staff at the Strathmore hospital and to
Dr. Sader and his clinical staff. The care
By Maya Angelou NOTICE OF
you gave all of us was outstanding in these
difficult times. Our hearts are touched by
When I say… “I am a Christian”
I’m not shouting “I’m clean livin.”
ANNUAL MEETING
the love shown to Sheila and all of us I’m whispering “I was lost,” TAKE NOTE that the annual meeting of the
as her family. May God bless you all. Now I’m found and forgiven. irrigators of the Western Irrigation District
INDIVIDUAL Sincerely, Ted Burger, Dixie (Art) Bird
When I say… “I’m a Christian” will be held at the Strathmore Travelodge,

INDIVIDUAL Strathmore, Alberta on the 7th day of

OFFICE
& Betty (Keith) Godkin and families.
I don’t speak of this with pride.
April, 2021 beginning at 1:30 pm to:

OFFICE
I’m confessing that I stumble
PERSONAL And need CHRIST to be my guide. (a) present annual reports of:

RENTAL
When I say… “I’m a Christian” (i) the chair on behalf of the Board,

RENTAL ST JUDE: Oh Holy, St Jude, Apostle

and Martyr, great in virtues and rich in
I’m not trying to be strong.
I’m professing that I’m weak
And need HIS strength to carry on. 3” wide
(ii) the manager,
(iii) the auditor of the district, and
(iv) version
the maintenance of irrigation works
AVAILABLE
AVAILABLE
miracles. Near Kinsman of Jesus Christ,
faithful intercessor of all who invoke your When I say… “I’m a Christian” of the district, and
(b) conduct any other business.
Move your home
homebusiness
business special patronage in time of need. To you I
I’m not bragging of success. WINTER HARDY ALGONQUIN ALFALFA SEED
Move your have recourse from the depth of my heart
I’m admitting I have failed
And need God to clean my mess. For Sale Certified DATED
2020at the Town of Strathmore,
Algonquin this 22nd day
Alfalfa Seed
of March, 2021.
into
into an elegant
elegantoffice
officeinin and humbly beg to, to whom God has given
When I say… “I’m a Christian”
99.9% purity, zero weed seeds, inoculated, in 55 lb bags
such power to come to my assistance. Help wholesale price $2.90 David McAllister
a pound. P, (Eng), Alfalfa
Algonquin MSc, MBAis a tap
downtown Strathmore.
downtown Strathmore. me in my present urgent petition, in return
I’m not claiming to be perfect,
General Manager
root tri foliate, extremely winter hardy, fine stem, and
My hands are far too visibleexcellent disease resistance.
I promise to make your name known and But, God believes I am worthAlso it. Selling Timothy Western Irrigation District
All utilities
All utilities and
andinternet
internetincluded.
included. cause you to be invoked. Say thee Our and Brome Grass Blends to your
When I say… “I am a Christian” specifications. PLEASE BRING YOUR ANNUAL
Comes with the use of anelegant
Comes with the use of an elegant Father’s, three Hair Mary’s, three Gloria’s.
I still feel the sting of pain, REPORTDirect.
Farmer WITH YOU TO THE MEETING.
board room, kitchen and extra Publication must be promised. St Jude I have my share of heartaches FREE SHIPPING onINorders over 1200 lb.
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When I say… “I am a Christian” A LINK WILL BE PROVIDED
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Upcoming Meetings In adherence with Alberta Health Services’

Until further notice, Council and committee meetings will be held recommendations, front office staff will limit the number
via teleconference, including: of visitors in the front lobby of the administration office to
April 6: Council Meeting upkeep the health and safety of everyone in the building.
April 7: ASB Meeting Office hours will remain the same, Monday to Friday,
April 13: Special Council Meeting at 8:30 a.m. from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., with the exception of statutory
April 13: MPC Meeting holidays. The Public Works and ASB shops will remain
To join the call, dial 403-917-1764 and enter the PIN 47001 when closed to the public for the foreseeable future.
prompted. Agenda packages can be found on our website.

COVID-19

HELP SLOW THE SPREAD

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

https://wheatlandcounty.ca/news/

Careers with Wheatland County

A special meeting of Council will take place on April Available seasonal opportunities include:
13, 2021, at 8:30 a.m. in Wheatland County Council • LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Chambers for the purpose of passing the Closes April 5, 2021
• LABOURER
Property Tax Bylaw 2021-08. Closes April 5, 2021
• FINANCIAL ANALYST
Closes April 16, 2021
To join the call, please call 403-917-1764 and when
prompted, dial the pin 47001. For more information, visit wheatlandcounty.ca/careers/

Wheatland County is Now Accepting

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

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

Wheatland County offices, shops, and waste transfer sites will *Applications of dust control are weather permitting.
be closed Friday, April 2, 2021, and Monday, April 5, 2021, for Prices, application forms, and additional information
Good Friday and Easter Monday. can be found at https://wheatlandcounty.ca/documents/
Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. dustcontrol/

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