December 12, 2014 Strathmore Times

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The 2015 Town of Strathmore budget was brought to council for final
approval at the Dec. 3 council meeting. The total operating budget is
$28,354,000, and the total capital
spending projected is $10,853,000,
which will see 29 initiatives completed
in 2015.
In the past the town has borrowed
money from the Credit Union. Once
was for the expense of the Aquatic
Centre expansion in 2010, and the outstanding principal as of Nov. 6 was at
$1,302,060. The second was in 2011
to purchase a parcel of land adjoining
Kinsmen Park, which was sitting at an
outstanding principal of $1,418,470.
The budget was prepared on the basis of the loans being paid out before
2015, with unrestricted surplus money.
Including interest the amount to be
paid is $2,720,530.
Also included is funding by borrowing $3 million from the Alberta Capital
Finance Authority on a 15 year basis at
three per cent and that will be directed
towards the Lakeside Blvd reconstruction, said Mel Tiede, director of corporate services.
The Lakeside Blvd road project,
which would include surface and underground improvements, was deferred to 2015 after council decided
that putting out the tender in January
may result in a better price, and will
give the contractor more time to get
the work done in the case of possible
delays.
We did decide to pay out the two
outstanding loans and use surplus to
do that. We also felt it was important
enough to take on the two major road
projects so that we would borrow
money at a lower rate than previously.
I just wanted to clarify that in case anybody was wondering what we were
doing, said Councillor Pat Fule.
Tiede did mention the loans will be
paid off in December and that the town
will not be borrowing until mid-year,
which would mean saving the interest
on that dollar amount for a period of
six to seven months.
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TAX INFORMATION
If you wish to enroll in the Tax Installment Payment Plan
(TIPP) for 2015 and ae not currently on the payment plan
the town requires your application by December 18th,
2014. The Town Office will be closed from noon December
24 through January 1, 2015.
The next regular

Council Meeting
will be
December 17, 2014
If you are on the TIPP please note the January 2015 Tax
Installment Plan Payment will be taken on January 6, 2015
and the first business day of each month thereafter.
In accordance with the Town Bylaw 11-23 all taxes
remaining unpaid after January 6th a 9% penalty will be
applied to the total outstanding tax balance on January
7th, 2015.
The Town of Strathmore

Cordially invites you to our
2014 Council
Christmas
Open House
Snacks and Refreshments Available
Open to anyone who wishes to attend!
Where:
680 Westchester Road

Strathmore, AB T1P 1J1
Council Chambers
When:
December 12, 2014
Time:
2:00 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
PUBLIC NOTICE
TOWN OF
STRATHMORE
TOWN OF STRATHMORE
SUBDIVISION & DEVELOPMENT
APPEAL BOARD
Take notice that a Development Appeal Hearing will be held on
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2014 AT 2:00 P.M. IN THE TOWN OF
STRATHMORE COUNCIL CHAMBERS, LOCATED AT 680 WESTCHESTER
ROAD, STRATHMORE, AB to hear the following Appeals:
14D-224
Lot 37, Block 24, 0811227
9 Lakes Estates Circle
To Allow For a Secondary Suite (Discretionary Use);
Pursuant to Section 3.26 Secondary Suites and Section 4.1-R1 Single
Detached Residential District of Land Use Bylaw 14-11.
-and14D-225
Lot 36, Block 24, 0811227
11 Lakes Estates Circle
To Allow For a Secondary Suite (Discretionary Use);
Pursuant to Section 3.26 Secondary Suites and Section 4.1- R1 Single
Detached Residential District of Land Use Bylaw 14-11.
Any persons wishing to present a written submission to the Board
concerning the above appeal should submit it to the Secretary of the
Board, 680 Westchester Road on or before December 17, 2014. The board
will not review submissions prior to the hearing.
Under the Municipal Government Act Section 686 (4), interested parties
may view the Appeal file at the Town office during regular office hours.
Further information regarding the appeal will only be provided upon
request. To make telephone inquiries, please call (403) 934-3133 during
regular business hours.
Jennifer Sawatzky, Recording Secretary
Subdivision & Development Appeal Board
E-MAILING BILLING
Canada Post will be increasing the cost of postage as of January 2015. The
Town of Strathmore is looking for your help in effectively keeping the costs
of mailing your Utility Bills down. We are set up for you to receive your
Utility (Water, Sewer & Garbage) Bills by E-mail billing.
You can sign up by sending an email to dianef@strathmore.ca with
E-Billing in the subject line and let us know your address and account
number and your bills will be delivered to your email on the day of printing,
eliminating any delay of receiving them.
Upon receiving your bills, you can print and save on your computer. This
will eliminate the paper copy of your Utility (Water) Bill from the Town.
Council Highlights December 3, 2014

Council sponsored Ms. Simonin in the amount of $500.00 for her
participation in the 2015 Miss Universe Canada Pageant.
Council will remain members of the Canadian Badlands Association
for 2015 at a rate of .50 cents/capita plus a 3% Cost of Living Allowance
with funds for the membership to be drawn from the Financial Stabilization
Reserve.
Council gave first, second, third and final reading to Bylaw No. 14-24
Town of Strathmore Fees Bylaw Amendment Bylaw.
Downtown Review Committee Bylaw Amendment Bylaw.
to enable the conversion of Lot 1, Block 28, Descriptive Plan 1412244 to
Municipal Reserve MR.
Council authorized the payout of the loan balances as at the date of
payout from unrestricted surplus during the month of December 2014. The
estimated principle balance being $2,720,530.00 plus accrued interest.
Council approved the 2015 Operating and Capital Budget as presented
with the exception of the Operating and Capital Budgets for the Fire &
Disaster Services Department.
Council approved the 2015 Operating and Capital Budget for the Fire &
Disaster Services Department as presented.
Council appoint Ms. Tracy Burkholder and Mr. Brand Beekman to the
Financial Audit Committee for a one year term ending October 31, 2015.
Council will provide financial support to the Bow River Basin Council
at the amount of .15$/capita and that the funds be drawn from financial
stabilization
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HEALTH ADVICE
Strathmore E.M.T spend long hours every year collecting gifts from Strathmore
and Wheatland County schools. The gifts
are packed and donated by students and
teachers to go to Operation Christmas
Child. This year the team visited Carseland
School, Sacred Heart Academy, Brentwood, Trinity Lutheran Christian School,
Westmount, Wheatland Lodge and the
Store Front School. The grand total looks
like it will be close to 600 boxes this year.
All donations are taken to Samaritans
Purse headquarters in Calgary.
Gord Morck
Pharmacist
Capsule Comments
We often hear stories about the good and bad
effects about consuming coffee. One idea that hasnt
been scientifically proven but looks retrospectively
at large groups of people worldwide.There is a link
between drinking coffee and reducing the risk of
type 2 diabetes. It doesnt seem to matter if the
coffee is decaf or not but it is recommended that
the coffee be drunk with little or no sugar and milk.
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E-cigarettes are not legal in Canada but in countries

where they are, there has been a significant increase
in the number of youth who have never smoked
start to use this new device. This group was almost
twice as likely to start smoking regular cigarettes
than those who never used e-cigarettes. Thats a
concern to health professionals because nicotine is
an addictive drug and can have adverse effects on
the adolescent brain.
There has been much in the media lately about
vitamins and whether they are worth the money.
One supplement that is worth it is the one to help
minimize age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
AMD can lead to blindness, but good scientific
studies have show that formulas containing zinc,
lutein and other products can help prevent this
serious eye problem. Our pharmacists can clarify
which is the best combination.
2015 budget approved

SHANNON LECLAIR
Times Reporter

After numerous hours of crunching
numbers, cutting costs and figuring out
how to deal with increases, the Town
of Strathmore has completed the 2015
budget. The town will see a tax increase
of 3.5 per cent in 2015.
It is a tight budget, were happy
were able to keep it down to 3.5 per
cent, never like to see taxes go up but
there are just increased charges and
amounts to deal with, said Councillor Bob Sobol, who thanked staff and
corporate services for all the work they
have done.
The operating budget for 2015 is for
a total of $28,354,000, and Mel Tiede,
director of corporate services for the
town.
In 2014 the overall property tax increase was less than one half of a per
cent, meaning there were many people
who saw an increase of their tax bill.
Some highlights from the operating
budget are: the Aquatic Centre, Family
Centre, Civic Centre and Curling rink
operations are supported by taxes to
the amount of $2,200,000; spending in
protective forces, the RCMP, Fire and
Municipal Enforcement, is $3,418,000;
park and seasonal spending is $773,000;
road services, cleaning, snow removal
and maintenance is $1,799,000. The
Strathmore Municipal Library received
good news with the 2015 budget; they
will see a much needed increase of $2
per capita, approximately $206,000.

Marigold Library Systems also receiving $70,500.
On the capital side, we have 29 projects totaling $10,853,000. The largest
dollar amount will be spent on roads
for $7,576,000, said Tiede.
The largest project is Lakeside Blvd
and 2nd Street, which was deferred
from this years budget with the hope
of getting a better rate by tendering it
out in January or February.
Other highlights from the capital
budget for 2015 are nine water and
sewer projects for $2,376,00, the largest of those being the structural repairs for the Brentwood reservoir for
$1,172,000 and the Orchard Park trunk
upgrade at $600,000; the total spending
on equipment is $711,000 which will
see the town purchase a full-size grader
$333,000, and an ice cleaning machine
for the Family Centre for $158,000.
The budget also included funding by
borrowing $3 million from the Alberta
Capital Finance Authority over 15 years
at three per cent interest. The reserves
funding equals $2,053,000.
Strathmore RCMP are currently

investigating damage to a local
business. Sometime between the
late hours of November 24th and
early morning of November 25th
the glass window in the ATM room
of the Chinook Credit Union was
broken. It is believed that there
was a scuffle between a group of
people that night when the
damage took place.
If you have any information that
could help solve this investigation
please contact the
Strathmore RCMP.
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At the Nov. 19 council meeting a bylaw was
passed to allow for Emotional Support Animals
(ESA) within the town boundaries. On Dec. 3 an
amendment to the fees bylaw was brought to
council to create a licensing fee for ESA. The fee
recommended is $25, which is the same as a dog
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period (26 weeks for bi-weekly). For example ($299 X 12) / 26 bi-weekly periods = $138.), total lease obligation is $9,751 and optional buyout is $21,633. Offer includes $5,500 Year-End Cash, $3,700 Ford Credit Lease Cash and freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel ll charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. Taxes payable on full amount of lease nancing price after Year-End Cash and Ford Credit Lease Cash deducted. Additional payments required for PPSA, registration, security deposit, NSF fees (where applicable), excess wear and tear, and late fees. Some conditions and mileage
restrictions of 40,000km for 24 months apply. Excess kilometrage charges of 16per km for F-Series, plus applicable taxes. Excess kilometrage charges subject to change, see your local dealer for details. *Purchase a new 2015 F-250 Super Cab XLT 4X4 Western Edition for $43,499 after Year-End Cash of $7,000 is deducted. Taxes payable on full amount of purchase price after total Year-End Cash has been deducted. Offers include freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel ll charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price. Manufacturer
Rebates are not combinable with any eet consumer incentives. **Until January 2, 2015, receive 5.89% annual percentage rate (APR) purchase nancing on a new 2015 F-250 Super Cab XLT 4X4 Western Edition for a up to 72 months to qualied retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest interest rate. Example: 2015 F-250 Super Cab XLT 4X4 Western Edition for $42,499 (after $1,000 down payment or equivalent trade-in, and $7,000 Year-End Cash deducted) purchase nanced at 5.89% APR for 72.months, monthly payment is $702 (the sum of twelve (12) monthly payments divided by 26 periods gives payee a bi-weekly payment of $324), interest cost of borrowing
is $,8,054.11 or APR of 5.89% and total to be repaid is $50,553.11. Down payment may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. All purchase nance offers include freight and air tax but exclude variable charges of license, fuel ll charge, insurance, dealer PDI (if applicable), registration, PPSA, administration fees and charges, any environmental charges or fees, and all applicable taxes. All prices are based on Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price.***Until January 2, 2015, receive 0% APR purchase nancing on new 2015 Escape for up to 36 months, 2014 Ford Edge models for up to 60 months, and 2014 Focus, C-MAX, F-150 (excluding Regular Cab XL 4x2 value leader and Raptor) and 2015 Fiesta and Fusion
models for up to 72 months to qualied retail customers, on approved credit (OAC) from Ford Credit. Not all buyers will qualify for the lowest interest rate. Example: $25,000 purchase nanced at 0% APR for 36/60/72 months, monthly payment is $694.44/ $416.66/ $347.22, cost of borrowing is $0 or APR of 0% and total to be repaid is $25,000. Down payment on purchase nancing offers may be required based on approved credit from Ford Credit. Offer only valid from December 2, 2014 January 2, 2015 (the Offer Period) to resident Canadians with an eligible Costco membership on or before November 30, 2014. Receive $750 towards the purchase or lease of a new 2014/2015 Ford Fiesta (excluding S), Focus
(excluding S and BEV), C-MAX, and $1,000 towards all other Ford models (excluding GT500, GT350, 50th Anniversary Edition Mustang, Raptor, and Medium Truck) (each an Eligible Vehicle). Limit one (1) offer per each Eligible Vehicle purchase or lease, up to a maximum of two (2) separate Eligible Vehicle sales per Costco Membership Number. Offer is transferable to persons domiciled with an eligible Costco member. Applicable taxes calculated before CAD$1,000 offer is deducted. Registered trademark of Price Costco International, Inc. used under license. Offer only valid from December 11, 2014 to January 2, 2015 (the Program Period) to Canadian resident customers. Receive $500 towards 2014/2015 Focus, Fiesta,
or C-MAX, and $750 towards 2014 Mustang (excluding Shelby GT500) and F-150 (excluding Raptor), and 2014/2015 Fusion, Taurus, Edge, Flex, Explorer, Escape, Expedition, Transit Connect, E-Series, F250 F-550 (excluding Chassis Cabs), and F-350 to F-550 Chassis Cab models - all stripped chassis, cutaway body, and Medium Truck models excluded (each an Eligible Model) with the purchase, lease, or factory order (during the Program Period) of an Eligible Model. Limit one (1) incentive redemption per Eligible Model sale.For 2014 F-150 (excluding Regular Cab XL 4x2 Value Leader and Fx4 4x4) models, Year-End Clearout Cash amounts include $3,500 in non-stackable cash available to cash purchase customers and
customers not nancing or leasing through Ford Credit. Non-stackable cash is not combinable with Ford Credit purchase nancing or lease rates.F-Series is the best-selling pickup truck in Canada for 48 years in a row based on Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers Association statistical sales report up to 2013 and R. L. Polk vehicle registrations data up to August 2014.2014 Sirius Canada Inc. SiriusXM, the SiriusXM logo, channel names and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc. and are used under licence. 2014 Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. All rights reserved.

Fees amendment approved

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Chief Administrative Officer Dwight Stanford
spoke about some of the development happening
in town. One of the biggest ones commercial-wise
is the new Peavey Mart, located east of the new
Calgary Co-op. They have taken out $3.8 million
in permits.
Building permits so far this year are $15 million
over last year, which is just over $35 million for
the year and there are a few permits that havent
been processed yet. Also currently in the works
is the new four-storey facility next to the Hi-Ho
albertaford.ca
Available in most new Ford vehicles

with 6-month pre-paid subscription
Community Program: Strathmore Community Choir & Orchestra together with

The Strathmore Theatre Players present:
Ill be Home for Christmas
December 11-13 7:30 pm
December 14 3:00 pm
at Hope Community Covenant
Bow River Alliance Church,

Carsland
403-934-9337
Dec. 6 10:30 pm Childrens Christmas
Choir presentation
Dec. 6 10:30 pm Christmas Eve Service
Harvest Healing Centre Church
403-934-2377
Hope Community Covenant Church

403-934-2424
Dec. 24 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm
Christmas Eve Service
Lord of All Lutheran Church

403-934-2374
Dec 22 7:00 pm Candles and Carols at
Wheatland Lodge.
Dec 24 3:00 pm Candlelight and Carols
Family Service
Dec. 24 7:30 pm Gentle Service of
Candles and Carols
Dec 25 10:30 am Christmas Morning
Communion Service
Dec 25 3:00 pm Community Christmas
Dinner for all who would otherwise be
alone for the day. Please call the church
at 403-934-2374 to let us know you are
coming.
Gas Station, which will feature a medical centre on the main

floor, and three floors of residential.
BRBC SUPPORT
A letter from the Bow River Basin Council (BRBC) was
received with a request to the town for financial support.
The town has received similar letters in the past but havent
previously donated, despite being members. The BRBC has
supported the cooperative stormwater management initiative in the past by applying, successfully, for the RBC Blue
Water Grant to help fund thee water balance study. A typical range for donations is .15 cents to .70 cents per capita.
Council agreed to make a donation of $1,852.80, which is .15
cents per capita.
PROMOTING STRATHMORE
Bailee Simonin, 21, was before council to inform them and
the town about her intention to run in the Miss Universe
Canada pageant in the spring of 2015. She was also asking
for their financial support to help with some of the costs she
will incur.
After determining that her request was done properly under the new donation policy guidelines, Councillor Denise
Peterson made a motion to donate $500 to Simonin, which
was approved.
Leos giving back
The Strathmore High School Leo Club has been hosting a Christmas Dinner for over 10 years. The event takes place to give back to the community,
focusing on the seniors in Strathmore that may not have the opportunity
to have a turkey dinner. The students do all the legwork, finding sponsors,
cooking and serving the meal and providing entertainment. Many attendees
stayed to enjoy the winter band concert that was held after the dinner on
Tuesday, Dec. 2. Lily Furfaro (l-r), Amy Lampbert and Courtney Bangen are
a few of the Leo Club members who helped out on Dec. 2.
Wendi Tashlikowich Photo
RCCG Peculiar People Assembly

403-667-7832
& Dinner. Admission is FREE.
Dec. 31 10:00 pm New Years Eve
Service. These events at
115A 3rd - Avenue, Strathmore.
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
403-934-2641
Dec. 24 8:00 pm Mass
Dec. 25 10:00 am Mass
Dec. 31 5:00 pm Mass
Jan. 1, 2015 10:00 am Mass
St. Michael and all Angels Anglican
Church 403-934-3017
December 24 7:30 pm Christmas Eve.
Hope Community Covenant Church
Youth Hall
December 25 10:00 pm Christmas
Communion with Carols (BCP)
at Aztec Realty Lower Level
Strathmore Alliance Church
403-934-3543
Dec 24 6:00 pm Christmas Eve Service
Strathmore Full Gospel Church
403-934-2225
Dec. 22 10:30 am Christmas celebration
Strathmore United Church
403-934-3025
Dec. 14 10:30 am Sunday School
Presentation
Dec. 21 2:00 pm Longest Night/Blue
Christmas Service
Dec. 24 7:30 pm
Christmas Eve Service
Badlands leave bad taste

SHANNON LECLAIR
Times Reporter

Many town councillors were not happy, on Dec.
3, to see representatives of the Canadian Badlands
(CB) before them once again to pitch the benefits
of being a Badlands member.
Brad Tucker, executive director for CB, said the
vision is to elevate southern Alberta to the point
of being an iconic tourist destination, for it to
stand alongside the Canadian Rockies. This is a
realistic vision, and were seeing more interest all
the time from international and national visitors in
the many tourism assets of this region.
He spoke of how Strathmore is a key community, something that has been brought up by
every representative over the years. Tucker also
mentioned the conference that CB is planning to
hold in Strathmore in March. It will attract 250
delegates from across Alberta, and the direct economic impact would be an average spending of
$217 per person, approximately $163,000 coming
into town, said Tucker.
The CB plan on hiring local caterers, local entertainment, facility rentals, pre-event at a restaurant
in town, and the hotel rooms, but the conference
can only be held in Strathmore if the town remains a member of the CB.
The direct and indirect benefits of this conference have to come to a community that is a member and that is supporting us, said Tucker.
Councillor Bob Sobol said this is the third time
a CB representative has come before council, and
the pitch has almost been the same word-forword.
What I am interested in is what have you done
for us and from what I can see the answer is nothing and that bothers me because I was in this exact same position a year ago and two years ago
where we had all these ideas of what we were
going to do absolutely nothing has happened,
it gets a little frustrating, said Sobol.
He knows the CB have had issues and some
unfortunate situations, but said as a councillor he
questions if he even wants to partner with them

because whatever they have said they will do still
hasnt been done.
Councillor Rocky Blokland said this council and
previous council are not left with a very good feeling when it comes to the CB and what theyre
proposing, since nothing has been seen to date.
Councillor Pat Fule said that the past council
felt there were many things that could be done for
Strathmore, but they werent seeing anything tangible come from what CB was proposing. In 2013
it was up in the air as to whether or not the town
would stay a member until Fule met with Cindy
Amos, former executive director, over lunch and
her passion won him over, and had him convincing council to give it another shot.
I think in the last year were still kind of wondering what it is exactly that has happened, or
has been done concretely that would show us that
were doing well being a part of Badlands, said
Fule.
Simple things like seeing CB signs with Strathmore listed on it would go a long way to appeasing some of council, as would being able to find
links to Strathmore on the CB website.
Tucker said at the time the signage was made
Strathmore was not a member. A single panel to
replace would be more than $1,000, and would
be a massive hit to their budget to replace all of
them. He also said there have been issues with
the website that are being worked out, and agreed
that they can do a better job at facilitating the
flow of information. Tucker suggested that council give very specific direction on what they want
to have happen.
When it comes to tourism development its
very unique for each community and it needs to
be a solution that is grown from the grassroots of
your community, said Tucker.
I dont agree, what we have been told in the
past is that you folks are going to come and talk
to us and were going to work on a plan together,
and that includes putting our name on a map, putting our name on a website. These are not com-
plicated things, we want to know that were part of the Badlands, weve been paying dollars for this, we want to know
what the result is, said Sobol.
It was decided, mainly due to the upcoming conference,
that council would remain a CB member for one more year.
The cost of the membership is .50 cents per capita, with a
three per cent cost of living levy applied.
Ill reluctantly support this but Im really hoping well
see something come out of it other than the conference, said
Blokland.
Im very disappointed in the lack of action thats taken
place and I do hope that this year is going to be different,
Im very hopeful, said Sobol.
Pass the Salt
HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Happy New Year!
What! you ask?
Time flies by faster by the
year but Happy New Year
already!!!
Yes, according to the Christian
calendar the New Year arrived
Nov. 30. This was the first
Sunday of Advent the season
the Christian calendar designates as a time to prepare
for Christmas. Advent is an
amazing celebration marking
the New Year.
Advent is a season of reflection. When driving home
from Rockyford the other day
I was awe struck: the wind
had created such beautiful,
absolutely stark white swirling
formations of snow the ditch
was an artists canvas. At that
moment a snowy owl swooped
across my path. I had to catch
my breath and reflect on the
beauty of creation.
Advent is a season of hope of
expectation. Each of us hopes
for different things. The young
ones might hope for a mighty
haul from a generous Santa.
Others hope for families to
BOW RIVER ALLIANCE CHURCH
105 Main St. Carseland
403-934-9337
office@bowriveralliance.com
Pastor: Andy Wiebe
Sunday Worship: 10:30 am
www.bowriveralliance.com
Helping those in need

Grade 6 leadership students at Westmount Elementary School collected items for the Christmas Hamper Society Dec. 1-5. Each
day students were asked to bring different items to school, for example Monday was canned items, Tuesday pasta and rice and
so on. Over 3,000 items were collected. Ray Warrack (l-r), Megan Van Verdegem, Kaia Gron, Madi Nielsen and Tiffany Okura are
a few of the leadership students that helped collect and sort the items brought in.
Shannon LeClair Photo
Stix Restaurant
open for Lunch
Monday to Friday
11am to 2pm
with great Daily Specials!
Pro Shop
Open Monday to Friday
GREAT HOLIDAY SALES!

403-934-2299
Ext 1
www.strathmoregolfclub.com
Pro Shop Still Open 9-5 Monday to Friday

Visit our website:
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RCCG PECULIAR PEOPLE ASSEMBLY

(1 PET. 2:9)
115A 3rd Avenue, Strathmore
403-667-7832
Pastor: Dunmoye Lawal
Sunday Service: 10:30 am
Friday (Divine Encounter): 7 pm
Thursday Bible Study: 7 pm
www.rccgstrathmore.com
STRATHMORE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH
50 Maplewood Drive 403-934-2225
Senior Pastor: Rev. Les Fischer
Childrens Pastor: Lori Dollinger
Youth Pastor: Kyle Lomenda
New Office Hours:
9 am - 4 pm Tues - Wed - Thur
Worship Service: 10:30 am
Childrens Church & Nursery in Service
Extending Grace - igniting hope
www.strathmorefullgospel.com
LORD OF ALL (NALC) LUTHERAN
112 Lakeside Blvd. 403-934-2374
Pastor: Dawn Nelson
Worship Schedule
Thursday Evening 7:00 pm
Sunday Family 10:30 am
Christian Education
For All - Ages 3-103
Sunday at 9:30 am
Join us in Praising our Lord, Jesus Christ!
HARVEST HEALING CENTRE
NEW: 102 Canal Gardens
403-901-0893 / 403-880-3171
Pastor: Elizabeth Karp
Sundays 10:30 am
Come join us for a spirit-filled time
of worship
gather and bless one another

over a shared meal. Some live
with the hope and expectation
of reconnecting with friends
past. Most hope for peace on
earth.
And Advent is a season of
action. Action is a way of
expressing gratitude; you
count your blessings and want
to share with others. Perhaps
you have good neighbors, but
they are unable to shovel their
walk. You grab the shovel and
clear it for them. You give to
the Christmas hampers-food,
or toys, or your time to sort and
pack. You give to the Salvation
Army kettle drive or to the
charity of your choice.
What an amazing tone to set
for the coming year. A year to
be reflective, to be filled with
hope, and to give of your time
and your talents what a beginning! With this as a starting
place we each could make a
difference and make this world
a better place. Have a Happy
New Year!
Rev. Pamela Scott
Strathmore United Church
STRATHMORE SEVENTH-DAY
ADVENTIST CHURCH
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
www.strathmoreadventist.ca
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
ANGELS ANGLICAN
Becoming fully alive in Jesus Christ
INTERIM WORSHIP LOCATION:
245 Brent Blvd., Strathmore
(NORTH door) 403-934-3017
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
www.hope-community.ca
STRATHMORE ALLIANCE
325 1 Ave 403-934-3543
Corner of 1 Ave & Wheatland Trail
Pastor: Darrell Young
Associate Pastor: Byron Allan
9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages
11:00 am Worship Service
www.strathmorealliance.com
STRATHMORE UNITED
Wheatland Trail & 3rd Avenue
403-934-3025
Rev. Pamela Scott
Sunday Worship 10:30 am
Babysitting Provided
Wheel Chair Accessible
Loop system for the hearing impaired
2014 Strathmore
BY-ELECTION
Our question of the week is: Why should voters choose

you to represent them for the rest of this election term?
Dont forget! Election Day is Dec. 15. Voting stations will
be set up at the Strathmore Civic Centre from 9 a.m. to 8
p.m. All you need is your I.D. and to have lived in town for
at least six months.
ALLAN AUGER
Probably the hardest thing to do, tell everyone why they should vote for you. Well I guess
I would expect people to want the same things
from me as I would want to see in a candidate.
I dont think a candidate has to show themselves as a team leader but rather a team player. It takes seven people on council to work
together to set and achieve common goals.
It is not uncommon for individuals to have
different ideas on which way council should decide to proceed on
certain issues but it shows real character to be able to compromise
and listen to each other and the residents of Strathmore as well to
separate the wants from the needs of the town.
Several years ago I would never have given thought to running
for council. I always thought that was for people who had too
much time on their hands or were looking to advance themselves
politically or who just wanted to see their name in newsprint. So
why am I interested in local politics now? Well a couple of reasons
come to mind.
I left this town a few years back as any young person might do,
thinking that Strathmore did not have a lot to offer me. But after
doing some travelling around western Canada and trying my hand
at several different trades I always found my way back to this town.
I suppose this is where my heart truly is and after a few years of
thinking Strathmore had nothing to offer me I came to the realization that this was not true.
So that is why I want people to vote for me on Dec. 15. I want to
have the opportunity to give back to this small town and work for
the people within it and to help keep Strathmore what it is today,
which is a great place to call home.
I also want to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous
New Year.
Thought for
the Week
~
Seniors.
They tell the
greatest stories.
And once they share
them, you will never
see them in the same
light again.
They will touch your
heart, unleash your
imagination
and leave you
yearning for more.
GLENN FREELAND
Representing the people of
Strathmore as a councillor is a
responsibility that every elected
official, no matter what level of
government or organization, can
be taken lightly. In many ways officials that have not taken this seriously points to a core failure of
our current governance and why
we have many of the issues that our communities face
today.
Why should voters chose me to represent them? is
an easy question to answer. I believe strongly that the
responsibility of a councillor is to represent the people
of Strathmore above all else. This is the first and last
thought in my mind as I research and communicate
with you, the citizens.
I also believe that elections should not be popularity contests. Rather you should chose your councillor
by merit and their ability to fulfill the duties required.
Running the Town of Strathmore should be looked at
as a business venture and as such our elected officials
should be able to make sound business decisions, pos-
NICOLE GIBBONS
I look forward to being your
next town councillor because; I
believe Strathmore needs positive,
fresh ideas, unbiased thinking, and
fiscal responsibility. I have the desire and the availability to connect
with the residents and businesses
of Strathmore.
Strathmore is poised for residential, commercial and industrial growth. This will bring
tremendous opportunities for planned expansion that
will benefit Strathmore residents and the surrounding
communities for years to come.
Over the course of the next three years, I am committed to working with the town council, residents, surrounding communities, committees and businesses to
ensure Strathmore remains a great place for parents to
raise their children, and an outstanding place for all of
its citizens to call home.
The community of Strathmore has proven time and
again to be a warm, welcoming town, where people
STEVE GRAJCZYK
Voters should choose me because of my vast experience by
serving on two previous terms on
council. Ive successfully owned
and operated two businesses in
town, which I have since sold, and
also worked in commercial real estate investment for 35 years which
gave me a good insight and knowledge into the needs and direction
of our community.
Having lived in this community for the past 37 years,
Ive watched the growth and changes in that time. I
stayed involved and active in the community through
volunteering and being on several boards and commit-
JASON POLLO
I have to admit this past four
weeks has been a learning curve,
but an exciting adventure for sure.
I hope this adventure is just getting started. A vote for me is a vote
for a young, energetic, passionate
person who is excited to step into
and learn the ins and outs of municipal politics.
I feel I have a lot to offer this great town, the town
Ive grown up in and care so much about. Last week
we had a candidates forum and it gave me good insight in to the concerns and wants of the citizens. With
your help on Election Day I would like start working
with the rest of council to start to tackle these issues
and any others that arise.
For example a multi-use recreational facility is a
huge want for the town but obviously isnt going to
happen overnight. It costs a lot of money to both build
YOUR AD COULD
BE HERE!
ses the ability for long-term planning, be fiscally responsible and be the gate keeper of the public funds.
Some of the candidates have been talking about
transparency, being fiscally responsible and encouraging growth but they present a risk to you and our community. They have no track record that demonstrates
these beliefs. When the town has asked for volunteers
to sit on committees they have not stepped up to the
plate. How can you vote on a promise without some
history to back it up, to see real signs of the beliefs and
character they profess.
I am an active member of the community, I sit on
town and community committees, I have a demonstrated track record of being fiscally responsible and
transparent. Full disclosure is not a pitch to you, it is a
personal belief that I adhere to, not just for compliance
to retain my licenses for my business but because it is
the right thing to do!
It is extremely important that your councillor possesses these beliefs and skills. Your councillor must
also be accessible to all town residents and businesses.
My office is on 2nd Ave beside Rockys Bakery. Stop by
any time. Lets move our town forward together.
I am asking for your vote on Dec. 15 to do just that!
help each other in times of need. The heart of this town

is truly inspirational. As Strathmore grows, we can retain that heart, while building a community with transit,
a vibrant downtown, a booming industrial foundation,
more amenities and activities for all ages, and higher
education for our children.
I have been involved as a volunteer in community renewal and growth for many years, and can bring those
successful ideas with me. My family commitments allow
me to dedicate the time and energy required of a town
councillor and community volunteer. I can think of no
better use of that time, than supporting the community
and residents that make this town a great place to live
and call home.
As your voice on town council, I will always be available for your comments, questions and guidance. Please
contact me by telephone, email, Facebook, Canada Post
or in person. I welcome and encourage dialogue from
all residents, patrons and visitors.
I ask for your support and vote on Dec. 15.
I look forward to serving as a voice of reason on your
Town council.
tees.
All the above has given me the knowledge and experience of knowing the wants, needs and direction of
the community. As your councillor, I will listen to you,
the people, to make things happen. I will also work
closely with the mayor, council and administration on
your behalf.
I know what has to be done with the many issues in
town, i.e: upgrade our infrastructure, recreation, hospital and library facilities, while still being responsible
with the taxpayers dollars. This is a very complex job
and Im willing to tackle it for you.
Through my past experiences, I can step into the job
where I left off, a job and community that I love and am
so familiar with.
Please vote for me!
and then run. We can however look at doing a lot of

pre-building legwork such as procuring land and looking in to building grants. Also in the meantime we can
look in to working with some of the many non-profit
groups in Strathmore to come up with other solutions
to provide more recreational activities for our kids.
An outdoor rink for instance would be a huge and
could be utilized year round also, lacrosse in summer.
I also want to see downtown revitalized. I am easily
approachable and look forward to hearing from any
and all citizens. I have a lot of ideas on how we can
make Strathmore even better as we go forward and
grow as a community. So in closing Ill say again a vote
for me is a vote for a young, passionate person with
a strong voice who is really looking forward to serving as a new voice on your town council. On Dec. 15
get on down to the civic centre and mark an X beside
Jason Pollo.
If we work together there is nothing we cant accomplish.
VOTE December 15th!
Investing in Infrastructure across Canada

KEVIN SORENSON, M.P., CROWFOOT
Parliamentary Report

In my most recent news column, I reported on
the important role of the Gas Tax Fund in our riding. Our Conservative Government returns these
revenues to our Crowfoot riding where they were
raised so that local governments can spend them
on projects that are important in their own communities. Im pleased to report more good news in
this weeks news column.
Building on the Governments historic infrastructure investments, including under the New
Building Canada Plan, Prime Minister Stephen
Harper recently announced new investments that
will continue to build and renew infrastructure
across the country. This announcement is part
of the Governments unprecedented and historical investment in public infrastructure to ensure
Canadas future economic growth for years to
come. The ability to invest this substantial amount
in targeted infrastructure is a direct result of the
Governments responsible actions to return to fiscal balance.
Our Governments unprecedented investments
in infrastructure, the most significant in our countrys history, have already yielded significant results for hard working Canadians and their families, ensuring the resilience of our economy and
creating jobs, said Prime Minister Stephen Harper. The new infrastructure support builds on the
foundation necessary to promote future growth
and prosperity in our great country, generating
increased job opportunities, health and environmental benefits, and reduced commuting times,
A few years ago, when our government fought
off the effects of the global recession in Canada,
we launched the largest-ever infrastructure program in Canadian history. As your Member of Parliament, I will always remember the remarkable
response I received from all across our riding as
local mayors and other officials and staff worked
with me and my staff to get shovel ready projects off the ground. We seized the opportunity to
go ahead and work on local infrastructure projects
some of which were not slated to be started or
completed until much later. It was a busy time for
sure and again I can say that the efforts in many
communities across our riding were impressive.
In Economic Action Plan 2013, we continued
to build on our Governments historic infrastructure investments, with significant funding for public infrastructure over the next decade, including
for the New Building Canada Plan for provincial,
territorial and municipal infrastructure. This New
Building Canada Plan is now the largest and longest federal infrastructure investment in our nations history. It continues to focus on supporting
projects that enhance economic growth, job creation and

productivity.
Canadas prosperity and quality of life depend on a vast
network of public infrastructure from roads and highways,
to bridges, transit systems, water and wastewater infrastructure, ports, airports and recreational and cultural facilities.
As Prime Minister Stephen Harper said, We have the resources necessary to make this crucial investment in Canadas
future economic prosperity because of the bold measures
our Government has taken to return to balanced budgets.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this or
previous columns you may write me at 4945-50th Street,
Camrose, Alberta, T4V 1P9, call 780-608-4600, toll-free 1-800665-4358, fax 780-608-4603 or e-mail Kevin.Sorenson.c1@
parl.gc.ca or visit https://www.facebook.com/SorensonKevinA.
Local business honoured

RPH Irrigation Services LTD, with locations in Strathmore, Lethbridge, Taber and Choteau, Mont. has been recognized as the fifth
highest selling dealership throughout the US and Canada on Nov. 25. They were also recognized as being a Top 5 parts dealer,
the number one highest selling dealer in the Northwest Territory and received a Gold Reinke Pride award. Reinke President Chris
Roth (l-r), Doug Davies, Barry Jensen, Scott Unruh, Rob Mraz, Ernie Joly and Bob Horvath with RPH Irrigation Services; and
Reinke Northwest Territory Manager Marvin Pascual.
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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Strathmore steps up!

To the Editor
Thanks to the generous support of this community with donations and physical support the October
Thrift Sale was a wonderful success. Local folks were
generous to the point that we regretfully had to turn
away donations on Wednesday afternoon of the sale
week as space and workers became overwhelmed
with your kindness.
During the sale we were asked about what happens
with the money raised and with the items left over at
the end of the sale. Our goal is to provide support to
community projects, provincial and national projects,
world projects as well as our own church.
Last year we supported the following: Wheatland
Christmas Hamper, Wheatland Food Bank, Strathmore
Handibus, Wheatland Crisis Shelter, Leo Club, Mustard
Seed, Calgary Drop-In Centre, Acadia Place, C.U.P.S,
Bissell Centre, St. Andrews College, St. Stephens College, Foothills Presbyterial Student Bursary Fund,
Alberta & N.W. Conference Student Bursary Fund
Society, Friends of the Observer, Food Grains Bank,
Alberta Child Wellbeing Initiative, Alberta C.G.I.T.,
Womens Interchurch Council of Canada, High River

United Church Women, United Church of Canada Mission and Service Fund, Foothills Presbyterial, HopEthiopia, as well as a woman presently studying for
ministry who has local connections with our church
from childhood. We also provide a significant amount
toward the running of our church and its outreach.
Items left at the end of each sale are resorted,
packed and delivered to the Calgary Drop-In Centre
warehouse where they can then be redistributed to
those in need in Calgary. Nothing is kept back from
sale to sale with the exception of Christmas items
from the spring sale.
Words can only begin to express our appreciation
for the community we live in and the widespread support we receive for these sales. We know the hard
work put in is appreciated by you, our many friends
and customers, and we all look forward to getting
together again in April.
Sharon White
Strathmore United Church Thrift Sale
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Ratepayer requests to lower road ban

JUSTIN SEWARD
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A resident concern that there is a constant flow of fullyladen tanker transport trucks travelling everyday, all-day on
Township Road 245A through Chancellor, was brought to
council as it is becoming a safety risk to those in the hamlet.
The proposal was for council to consider altering the road-
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so the affected roads are not receiving any more
damage.
They respected that the trucks were courteously
staying to the speed limit, but if an accident were
to happen then a revision could be necessary.
It was councils responsibility to communicate
to administration in regards to the resident in the
Hamlet of Chancellor, to notify that the request to
change the ban restriction for 75 to 50 per cent
was not approved by council.
I think its the heavy trucks, the noise perhaps and theyre big trucks and thats the main
concern. Theres no indication of them speeding,
theyve been very courteous. Theyre not loaded,
so theyre not doing any damage, said Parkin.
He added that residents had to realize that trucks
do make a little more noise and people have to
be cautious around them, but they do have the
choice to live in the area, as Husky has been on
that Rural Road 211 for quite some time.
Some of the residents didnt feel that big truck
should be going through Chancellor, said Parkin.
The county Protection Services will continue to
monitor the situation when patrol units are in the
area.
Thus far our monitoring efforts have been out
there five times and theres never been any issues
with any big trucks, speeding or overweight, said
Parkin.
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Wheatland County area fire departments submitted a 10-year Capital Purchase Plan to assist
with the fire halls future purchases.
The county had asked the Fire Capital Committee to submit their plans and what they plan to do
with them.
The committee has to adapt to policies set out
with certain criteria for fire equipment. The items
that will be available, but not limited to, are fire
service vehicles, fire halls, renovations, additions,
sheds, cold storage structures and fire fighting
protective equipment.
The committee will be entitled to be the primary
owner of the purchases they make with capital
items.
Rockyford Fire Department has been active with
this plan, as within the next 10 years they are buying:
ATVs/ trailer in 2015, which has $39,000 (60
per cent) funded for the $65,000 purchase.
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which has $105,000 already put in.
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$120,000 down on it by 2020.
Capital Fire Committee member and Rockyford
Mayor Darcy Burke provided some insight to what
this will mean to the area.
I know, as with any municipal budgets, longterm planning is certainly a strategic way to go.
Weve been a long time getting our fire departments to this point and now we got the folks sitting down at the table and started to do this long
term planning and its easier to finance and plan
for, said Burke.
So what I see in 2015 I know the ATV discussion is around some of the rescues the department had done in the past couple of years, where
we havent been able to get into areas with the
standard truck.
He said that ATVs will be able to take full advantage of the recently abandoned railway tracks
and will be more practical in those in those tight
area rescues.
The other thing that has come to light recently is the removal of the rail lines. The other part
about that is we know very well these abandoned
rail lines are going to get used by ATV users and
the possibility of rescues taking place. Those rightof-ways are not wide enough to get a standardized
vehicle down them, said Burke.
One of the discussions that took place with our
fire department was that access, and thats where
the ATV will make a huge difference for us.
The funds for the ATV are on schedule as the
purchase will be in on time for the New Year.
Absolutely, that is our request for funding
from the capital organization and then it will be
matched with the local municipal and fundraising
dollars to purchase that unit, said Burke. Lets
say if we have a mechanical issue, or we end up
having to replace a different truck earlier then that
thats one of the special dynamics of the capital
group is that we can go to them and change this
plan up a little bit. But what it is saying right now
is that long-term, the next 10 years, this is what
the replacement will be.
Burke believes that this plan will be a valuable
asset to operations of an emergency response.
Its another tool for us to use in our emergency
calls and we see it as being a valuable tool in areas we cant get to with a normal apparatus, said
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Christmas with the Strathmore Municipal Library

SHANNON LECLAIR

Times Reporter

The Christmas holidays are right a round the corner,
which means kids will also soon be out of school and looking for something to do. As they do every time school is
out, the Strathmore Municipal Library has a couple of fun,
free events planned.
The Ginger All the Way program runs Dec. 22. The library
purchased gingerbread houses and trains for kids to decorate, and had not anticipated the volume of interest that
they would see.
Shortly after we started advertising the program, we had
to cap it at 50 participants. Currently the program is full,
but the library does have a waiting list, said Carmen Erison, assistant director of library services.
The library will be calling everyone who has registered to
confirm attendance the week before, and there is a chance
that someone on the waiting list may still be able to get into
the program.
Dec. 23 is the Holiday Make Shop. Libraries are embracing maker spaces, which is a space where people can come
and create, said Erison; theres usually a wide range of tools
and materials available.
We bring the tools, we bring the supplies, they bring the
inspiration and they can come and create. We decided on a
holiday make shop where we will supply all the tools, the
materials and kids can come and create ornaments, gifts,
cards, whatever their hearts desire right before Christmas,
said Erison.
In celebration of that day, and to get into the holiday
spirit, classic Christmas movies will be playing on the pro-
jection screen. This program is drop-in based, and families

are welcome to come by anytime during the 2 p.m. to 5
p.m. duration of the program.
Also, from now until Christmas the library is selling holiday gift packs.
Theyre the perfect gift that people will cherish, love and
appreciate all year long, said Erison.
The family pack includes either a backpack or library
tote, plus family membership for $35. The senior package
is a library tote and senior membership for $20, the adult
pack either a backpack or a tote and an adult membership
for $25; or theres the option of a childrens package which
includes a popular monkey book bag and a membership
for $15.
The library is looking for members to join the board. The
term is for one year, and they meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month. A typical trustee puts in about five
hours, of which would include the meeting and preparation
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This time next year, Santas Elves (the Strathmore & District Christmas Hamper volunteers) will be working longer
and nearer to Christmas Day before distributing their generous hampers.
But this year, due to the way the calendar falls, the cutoff
for gifts such as food and toys is almost here and by now
the elves will be busy packing all those goodies.
So with this shortened campaign the society is looking
for cash donations to fund our purchases from the local
stores.
We knew we had a short campaign this year and planned
our donations and purchases accordingly, said Dave Collins, the Chair of the Society. Food and toys have arrived by
the truckload and we are proud once again to acknowledge
the generosity of the entire community of Strathmore and
the surrounding Wheatland County. The schools, churches
and all the service clubs along with many businesses have
excelled in their support.
It looks like the society will be filling close to the 180
hampers projected, which is good or even sad depending
on your point of view. The local economy is buoyant, but
low wages and income continues to contribute to the need
for Christmas Hampers. There is no common type of family
as far as applicants are concerned they range across all
ages for the parents and the children, and the size of the
families are just as varied.
When those families are on a tight budget any small crisis
such as car repairs or medical expenses can mean no presents for the children nor a traditional feast on Christmas
Day. So once again the society thanks all those who have
donated.
Cash donations would still be appreciated by way of
cheques, made payable to the Strathmore & District Christmas Hamper Society and mailed to:
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Were already the largest and most generous Christmas
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May you enjoy a Merry and Peaceful Christmas and a
Happy New Year.
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SHANNON LECLAIR

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With the news surrounding all of the different ways people are trying to scam you out of your money, being aware
and trusting your instincts that somethings not right is key
in making sure your money stays in your pocket.
On Dec. 4 a resident told the Strathmore RCMP detachment of suspected fraudulent activity, and filed a complaint.
The resident told RCMP a Mega Millions representative,
from Washington, D.C., contacted them by phone.
The representative was instructing the resident to transfer
a large sum of money, by a bank transfer, in order to claim
their multi-million dollar prize. An investigation showed
that there have been previous reports of alleged fraud involving the same company based in Las Vegas.
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of transaction, and to contact Phone Busters at the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre toll free at 1-888-495-8501 or their
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License, insurance, registration, administration fees, dealer fees, PPSA and taxes not included. Dealers are free to set individual prices. Limited time offers which may not be combined with other offers, and are subject to change without notice. Offers apply to qualified retail customers in Alberta Chevrolet Dealer Marketing Association area
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current owners or lessees of any model year 1999 or newer pick-up truck that has been registered and insured in Canada in the customers name for the previous consecutive six (6) months. Credit is a manufacturer to consumer incentive (tax inclusive): $1,000 credit available towards the retail purchase, cash purchase or lease of one
eligible 2013, 2014 or 2015 model year Chevrolet light or heavy duty pickup (except Colorado 2SA); delivered in Canada between December 2, 2014 and January 2, 2015. Offer applies to eligible current owners or lessees of any Pontiac/Saturn/SAAB/Hummer/Oldsmobile model year 1999 or newer vehicle or Chevrolet Cobalt or HHR that
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Getting ready for Christmas

Carselands Christmas Market was on Dec. 6. Santa could be found ready to take photos, and there
were over 50 tables of various vendors selling their wares, including the 1st Carseland Scouts selling
things from salt water taffy to centennial T-shirts.
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SHANNON LECLAIR
Times Reporter

The land around the Strathmore
Lakes Estates area had been intended
as Municipal Reserve (MR), and should
have been transferred to the municipality years ago when the land was subdivided. Normally MR is dedicated at subdivision time and the lot is identified as
Lot MR on both the plan and on the certificate of title. This had not been done.
Earlier this year we were in discussions with the developer who now
wanted to transfer the storm pond and
surrounding lands to the town, said
Werner Fischer, director of planning
and development.
In order to make the transfer it would
require a survey, at the cost of approximately $30,000 and the disruption of
the residents, since so much time has
passed.
A plan of action was decided upon
that would allow for the transfer and
would save the money of the developer
and the hassle to the residents.
Fischer said the plan was to do things
in two steps. The first was to see if the
land titles office will accept a descriptive plan, which they did, and then
transfer that land to the town. Now that
descriptive plan can be taken, and there
can be a bylaw passed to convert the
land into MR.
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Councillor Bob Sobol was concerned
about losing leverage by going about
things this way, but Fischer assured
him thats not the case.
To have created this as Municipal
Reserve by the conventional process
would have cost the developer at least
$30,000, because it should have been
done a long time ago and now youre
going to have to go into all those residential lots, reestablish those (survey)
pins it would be very disruptive,
said Fischer.
We said we can do this by an alternative method by descriptive plan have
the lands transferred to us, we take
possession and then we pass a bylaw
making it Municipal Reserve. Whether
we do it that way, or the more costly
way we end up at the same place.
The completion of the pathway
around the lake has been a concern for
council and Strathmore Lakes residents.
Fischer said administration is looking
at two ways on how to deal with it,
one of which would be to amend the
deferred servicing agreement which is
registered against the residual parcel so
that it includes completion of the landscaping, and pathways, and would include a security.
Alternatively, and this is the less preferred option, we will simply write them
a letter saying these are the things that
are outstanding, said Fischer.
The town has to register a development agreement for the latest subdivision anyway, and Fischer said he think
they will do a concurrent registration
on the residual of the differed servicing
agreement to complete that landscaping in at least a satisfactory manner.
In order to ensure that actions will
be completed they intend to register a
deferred servicing agreement against
the residual lands and hopefully with
some security. The security will be returned if and when work is completed
and passes an inspection.
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REMEMBERING OUR ROOTS ~

JOHN GODSMAN
Times Contributor
Joe and John Van Bavel, identical twins
were born in Belgium in 1899, and came
to Canada with their parents William and
Mary Van Bavel, and the rest of the family in 1910. There were three sets of twins
born into this family of nine children. Unfortunately, four children died in Belgium,
so William and Mary only had five children
left when they travelled to Canada with
Father Van Akens
group of immigrants, and established the District of
Akenstad northeast
of Strathmore in
1908. Father Aken
was an agent for the
C.P.R., and assisted
immigrants to get
established
here.
William
worked
for the C.P.R. constructing the irrigation
system, and later as a second ditch rider.
Digging of the irrigation system was done
with a slip and team of Clydesdale horses.
During the winter months the ditch riders
looked after the horses. In 1917, William
purchased a farm in the Elwood District 3.5
miles south of Tiedes Corner (the Rockyford Road). But, before the family could
move to this farm, William suffered a stroke
and passed away in the Strathmore Hotel
at the age of 45. Mary and her five children
Annie, Joe, John, Jack and Kathleen, eventually moved to the farm, where the boys
did the farming. Mary passed away in 1940.
Elizabeth Koester, born in Iowa in
1911,moved to Rockyford with her family
in 1929, and married Joe Van Bavel (Raymonds father) at St Ritas Church in Rockyford in June 1932. They lived on the Pete
Flem farm in the Elwood district, where Joe
and his twin brother John worked the farm
as partners for 10 years. During the depression, they were hailed out, dried out, and
the dust storms were terrible, but they survived. In the fall of 1945, they moved to the
O. Swanson Farm in the Akenstad District,
which was owned by Joes sister Annie Verwiere, and farmed there until 1952, when
they purchased a farm of their own, four
miles north and four miles east of Strathmore.
Raymond was born on Oct, 6,1944, the
fifth of six children. He was premature, and
it was at least two weeks before his father
knew he had another son! Raymond took
all his education in Strathmore, graduating
from Samuel Crowther in 1962. He excelled
Raymond & Diane Van Bavel
at school sports, and was a champion table tennis player. He also played basketball, football and volleyball. In the summer
months, he helped his father Joe, a cousin
Jim Van Bavel, and neighbour Stan Christie, but spent the winter months working
at the Superior Feed and Supply feedmill in
Strathmore. Joe and Liz retired and moved
to Strathmore in 1968. Joe passed away
from cancer in 1972, and Liz passed away
from Lou Gehrigs disease, in 1984. She had
been very active in CWL and the Happy
Gang.
Dianes
family
originated in southeast Alberta, where
grandfather Sturm
on her mothers
side, was born in
Irvine, Alta. in 1890.
Her grandmother
was born in Odessa,
Russia in 1889 and
moved to Canada in
1906. They were married in 1914, had three
children, and their youngest daughter was
Dianes mother Tillie. On her fathers side,
grandfather Christian Schlaht was born in
Neudorf, Russia in 1886, and grandmother
Emilie Fey was born in Russia in 1888. They
were married in 1906 and had ten children.
Dianes father Jack Schlaht was the third
youngest of the 10 children, and was born
at Burstall, Sask. in 1919.
Diane was born in Empress, Alta. on May
2, 1946, the oldest of three children. Their
farm was at Bindloss, but she was born at
Empress, because that was the closest hospital. She took all her education through
Grade 11 at Bindloss, but had to move
to Medicine Hat for Grade 12. She then
trained at Holy Cross Hospital in Calgary,
to become a Registered Medical Laboratory
Technologist, and worked at the Medicine
Hat Hospital and a Private Clinic, before
moving back to Holy Cross Hospital, until
her marriage.
Raymond and Diane met at a Christmas
Party in 1966, and were married on Oct. 5,
1968. The reception and dance were held
in the Strathmore Legion Memorial Hall.
Earlier that year, Raymond took over his fathers farm, which at the time was a mixed
farm with cattle and hay. In 1982, it became
a grain and hay farm only.
Diane continued working at the Holy
Cross, until their family started arriving.
Troy, born Nov. 17, 1969, is a school teacher in California, married to Dawn with two
children. David, born May 24, 1971, is a
plant operator for Encana at Carbon, married to Heather with two children. Joseph,
born March 31, 1977, in the middle of calving time, now operates the family farm,
married to Patti, with three children.
Raymond played in a Flag Football
League in the 1970s, and is an avid Calgary
Stampeder fan, having held season tickets
since 1966.
His community activities include serving
on the Town & County Recreation Board,
being a delegate then director of United
Farmers of Alberta, a member and past
Grand Knight (twice) of Knights of Columbus, a member of Branch #10 Strathmore
Legion, and a volunteer at Strathmore Heritage Days.
Diane is a staunch member of CWL and
Pastoral Care. She advised she enjoys working outdoors, and is very efficient in operating a tractor and baler. She also enjoys
riding, and volunteers with Alberta Health
Sciences at Strathmore Hospital, and recently received a Volunteer Recognition
Certificate from The Ag Society.
Changes they have seen in the past 47
years are mainly the population growth,
and the demise of small farms.
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was at Assist Business
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with fans of his Mik Murdoch youth book series.
Sacred Heart Academy
was the winner of the
draw of Plesteds books,
which are being donated
to the school library.
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The Vergouwen family name originates in Holland, and Joes Dad Pete came to Southern Alberta
in 1921 to work for the CPR, building the irrigation
canals using horses. Realizing that Strathmore would
provide a good living for a family, he returned to
Holland in 1929, and married Petronella (Nellie)
Rommers. Returning to Canada after the wedding,
they established the Vergouwen Ranch by purchasing the home quarter from the CPR, five miles south
of Nightingale.
Joe was born in Strathmore in 1936, the youngest
of four children. He
attended the one
room school at Akenstad until 1949,
and after the buses
started running to
Strathmore, attended Samuel Crowther
High
School
through graduation.
He played ball with
Knights of Columbus, and the Strathmore Senior team,
as well as hockey.
His days were filled with ranching with his parents,
helping neighbours during harvest, and assisting in
organizing the Annual Rodeo.
Jean was born in Colchester, England in 1944, during the bombing of English cities. She is the eldest of
seven children. Her father Roy Koch was a Canadian
soldier, and her mother Marguerite McKeever served
with the ATS - Auxiliary Territorial Service formed on
Sept. 9, 1938 initially as a womens voluntary service,
which existed until Feb. 1, 1949 when it was merged
into the Womens Royal Army Corps. Jean and her
mother (a War Bride), sailed to Pier 21 in Halifax, on
the Queen Mary in June 1946. Then they traveled by
train to Nanton, Alta. She attended school in Nanton
and Cayley, in the days of the little yellow school bus.
Following the familys move to Boswell, B.C., she
was bused to Crawford Bay until she graduated. She
attended the University of British Columbia in Vancouver before training as a laboratory technologist at
Holy Cross Hospital in Calgary.
Joe and Jean met in Calgary, and were married in
1967, Canadas Centennial Year. They have three sons
Rodney, born in 1968, is married to Beth (Scheer)
and they have a daughter, Jenna, who is pursuing an
environmental degree at U of A and a son, Jack, who
is playing Junior hockey in B.C. Joe and Jeans second
son, Jeffrey, born in 1970, is married to Tara (Cumming) and they have a daughter, Amy, and a son,
John, who are both in high school. Joe and Jeans
third son Alan, born in 1972, is married to Rhonda.
Joe and Jean have travelled to most of the small
town hockey rinks in Alberta, as all three boys
played hockey (often managed or coached by Joe).
Then Rod and Alan added high school rodeo to their

thrills and spills, which took their parents to the rodeo grounds of small town Alberta, as well as South
Dakota, Colorado and Oklahoma to the National
High School Rodeo finals. Jeff, a sprinter, joined the
Calgary Spartans Track and Field team.
The rich sandy soil of this ranchland, along with
copious amounts of water from the Western Irrigation District, has provided a great living for the family. Hereford cows were the mainstay of the herd until
the 1970s, when Charolais bulls entered the scene,
and changed the colour of the calves!
The ranch has changed directions in the last few
years, as they have switched from raising beef cows to
supplying pasture for
Rod and Beths yearlings. To keep things
interesting, Jean keeps
a few heritage hens,
some sheep, a Jersey
cow, and a horse to
ride and drive. Border
Collies are a big help
on the ranch, and she
keeps a few sheep
for the young dogs to
learn how to be skilled
workers. Organic gardening, with its challenges and rewards, sourcing, saving and sharing
heritage seeds are a few of her passions, as well as
growing her own herbs for teas, and healing salves.
Jean was treasurer for many years for the Nightingale Community Association and still enjoys bringing
all the local actors, of all ages, together to produce
the annual Christmas Concert.
Joe is lightly retired, still using his red horse (the
Honda quad) to check on the yearlings, mend fences,
and often ends up at a neighbours for a visit! A team
of Clydesdales (Sarg and Major) were a source of enjoyment, when helping the Reddings from Beiseker
mow hay and pull the bundle wagon during threshing. Joe enjoys watching his grandsons, Jack playing
junior hockey, and, John playing midget ball.
Changes we have seen include irrigation methods that have made tremendous advancements. Fifty
years ago, only land on the downside of the canals
had water gravity fed into small ditches throughout
the fields. Next came water being pumped into aluminum pipes that were moved by hand across the
fields. Soon, wheels were attached to these pipes,
some of which stretched for one quarter of a mile.
Now, we have pivots that can run continuously to irrigate a quarter section or more!
Another big change is the dramatic reduction of
productive agricultural land around Strathmore.
What was once many thriving family farms, has now
been divided and sub-divided into non-agricultural
small holdings.
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JUSTIN SEWARD
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In a rare Sunday afternoon match, the Wheatland Kings were dealt a 5-2 loss by the Three Hills Thrashers at the Strathmore
Family Centre on Dec. 7.
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Kings have tough weekend

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter
The Wheatland Kings appeared to have put their
early season undisciplined play behind them, but
it crept back in this past weekend.
They dropped a 6-2 to decision to the Red Deer
Vipers on Saturday night on the road and then a
5-2 loss to the Three Hills Thrashers on Sunday
afternoon on home ice.
I think our road game in Red Deer, we were
beat by a team that competed harder for loose
pucks, (they) had more desire and we lost a special teams battle, said head coach Jeremy Blumes.
Brady Bruneau and Brayden Beckley scored in
the Red Deer loss.
Then (on Sunday), it was a conscious decision
that team frustration carried over and we didnt
do a very good job of maintaining discipline and
again werent very good on special teams.
Blumes said that in the game against Three
Hills, it felt as if the Kings had a target on their
backs from the officiating.
There were times crossing the blue line one of
our players received a cross check to his throat
and it went unnoticed. Then everything after the
whistle, there were two teams engaged, it seemed
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like only one team was making the trip to the penalty box, said Blumes.
The frustration from the coachs perspective is
that undisciplined penalties was thought to be a
thing of the past, but for some reason affected the
teams play.
I felt like we had got past this hump. Its hard
to get into any sort of rhythm when half of each
period theres guys that play in those (penalty killing) situations and guys that arent, said Blumes.
Goal scorers were Kirby Ruzesky and Andrew
McCann against the Thrashers.
It was not all bad this weekend, as there were a
couple of players that stood out and gave it honest
effort.
I thought a guy like Calvin Gordon, who was
scratched last week against Ponoka, stepped back
into the line up with a lot of energy and more
purpose around the puck and competed harder,
said Blumes. Ryan Grasdahl played forward and
defense, he demonstrated hes willing to put the
team first and we just need more guys to take the
cue from him.
The Kings will now travel to Airdrie on Dec.
12 (8 p.m.) before hosting the Cochrane Generals
the following day at (8:15 p.m.) at the Strathmore
Family Centre.
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DEC. 7 VS FORT
SASKATCHEWAN RANGERS
Come Cheer On Your UFA Bisons!
The UFA Bisons were able to find their way out of

an offensive slump in a big way in the back half of a
two game set in the Edmonton area this past weekend.
The Herd lost 4-3 to the SSAC Athletic Club on Dec.
6, but trounced the Fort Saskatchewan Rangers 9-5 the
following day.
Head coach Dan MacDonald was happy to see some
offensive production from the team.
Weve been getting close and working very hard.
We just pressed upon the players that they got to keep
on moving forward and itll come, said MacDonald.
(Sunday against the Rangers), it did finally, weve been
snake bitten around the net, we work hard and get a
lot of chances and just werent finishing and today we
did.
The all-around effort was consistent in the win over
Fort Saskatchewan and it was just some mental lapses
that allowed the Rangers to notch some goals.
We played really well, at one time during the third
period it was 9-2 for us, we kind of let up a little bit and
they got three goals, but we commanded right from
start to finish, said MacDonald. We moved the puck
better and we kept going to the net better. So we did
better things, again goal scorers have to keep going to
the net and I thought we did that really well.
The strength for the Bisons was that they were able
to gain momentum off of the first goal and kept pushing.
I think once we got a couple goals, we got on a roll,
just for the fact we havent been scoring. So the whole
momentum for our team changed, said MacDonald.
Gary Haden led the way with three goals, Barrett
Sheen had two, while Zachery Vinnell, Kyle Gordon
and Austin Cameron added one each in the win.
In the Saturday game versus SSAC, it was just a matter
of misfortunes, as they could not capitalize on chances.
It was tied 3-3 in the third and last two minutes and
again we were all over them and hit some cross bars,
missed two breakaways that we didnt score on. We
end up losing the game, so it was unfortunate, said
MacDonald.
Sheen had two goals, while call-up Jayden Smith had
one in the loss.
The Bisons will have a pair of home games this
weekend, as they will host the Lloydminster Bobcats
(5:15 p.m.) on Dec. 13 and the Grande Prairie Storm (2
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Great start for Spartan basketball

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter

The Strathmore High School senior
girls basketball team could not have
asked for a better start as they were
aggressive and driving the basket hard
on route to beating Oilfields Drillers
74-58 at the high school.
Coach Dion Galandy was impressed
with his teams effort but admits it is
only one game and there is still work
to be done
We didnt start off extremely well.
Our first quarter, we had a pretty sizeable lead, but I rolled through all the
girls and give them as many minutes as
possible and for them to get the experience because when injuries happen,
weve got to be prepared (to have)
girls step in, said Galandy. (Wednesday nights) game, we played okay for
our first game. I wasnt excited about
it, we couldve played worse, and it
was a good first win to get the jitters
out of the way.
The strength of the team will be the
familiarity with each other from the
previous season and building confidence on the floor to make those plays.
We got eight returning girls, so
were going to be familiar with each
other. Were going to be able to do a
few more things than we did last year

because we have a little bit more confidence, said Galandy. We have the
experience from going to provincials
last year that will benefit us in the long
run.
The team is healthier than last season, as they have not had to deal with
injuries right off the bat.
I recall we had a couple of injuries
to start off the last year, this year were
pretty healthy, said Galandy.
The make-up of the team will be primarily the players that moved up to
Grade 11 and Grade 12, as they will be
asked to fill the void left by Grade 12s
from a year ago.
We had three Grade 12s last year
and of those three, one was injured
and one was a significant player. Well
see if some of the Grade 11s, who are
now Grade 12s, and some of the Grade
10s who are now Grade 11s can step
up and take their place, said Galandy.
The senior girl Spartans will be hosting their home tournament this weekend Dec. 12 and 13 at the high school.
The senior boys will look to use
their athleticism, as the team will be
young, and to be able to compete with
most of the 3A schools by the end of
the season.
We are a pretty young squad but we
are quite athletic, being young will certainly create some issues early in the
season but we are hoping to be competitive with many of the 3A teams in
the zone by the end of the season,
said head coach Kyle Larson.
He expects his team to be a tough
bunch to play against and to build off
of the boys that are coming from the
Junior High level.
My expectations this year are to see
the boys continue to improve and build
on some of the success that was started last year at the Junior High level. A
number of our Grade 10 players come
to us with a love and enthusiasm for
the game and we want to ensure that
they continue to work hard and push
themselves to become better players,
said Larson.
My expectation is that we will be
consistently recognized as a hardworking tough team to play against.
The work ethic of the boys will be
their strength, and combining that with
athleticism will improve their growth
as players.
Our team has lots of room to improve and grow, our athleticism is
certainly one of our strengths and if
we can just mold that athleticism into
good basketball players we will be in
good shape, said Larson.
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The improvements that can be made

are the basic skills that will take some
time to adjust to throughout the season.
We need to improve our fundamentals still and have to grow as a team,
our effort will take us a long ways but
we really need to practice our ball handling and shooting, said Larson.
The boys will be in Ponoka for tournament this weekend before hosting
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Strathmore High School and Crowther Memorial Junior High School both held their annual Winter
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the concert, which was standing room only.
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education and enforcement in an effort to reduce the
number of injuries and deaths on our roadways. While
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High Risk Drivers IMPAIRED DRIVING, they will also
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December 24, 2014 and January 1, 2015, inclusive for the
holiday season. If you have an urgent matter please contact our complaint line at 403-934-3535. A member will
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Savanah Sandri, 13,

was selling calendars at Assist Business Centre on Dec.
6 to help raise funds
towards her Olympic
dream.
Olympic dreams
SHANNON LECLAIR
Times Reporter

Savanah Sandri is hoping to one day
be a part of the Olympics for equestrian
show jumping. The 13-year-old is selling calendars to help with her upcoming
show in California, which she is hoping
will help pave the way for her Olympic
dream.
With Chili (my horse) were going to
try to earn points by winning the competitions to go towards the Olympics, said
Sandri.
Im trying to get to the Olympics and
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the points that go towards it, if I get

enough points then I qualify to go to Alberta and then if I qualify from Alberta I
go into the Olympics.
Sandri has only been show jumping for
a year, and over the last few months began training with Frank Selinger, who is
well known in the show jumping world.
In 1975 he won bronze medal at the Pan
American games, and for the following three years he competed at Spruce
Meadows on Canadas Cup teams.
Over the past year Sandri has been
working on her jumps, and trying to
put tips and advice from her trainer into
practice.
I do have a lot of bad habits that I am
working on getting better since I have
been with (Selinger). I have only been
with him three months and the second
month I was with him I went to Spruce
Meadows and I got fifth place, so I was
really proud of that because I had only
been on that horse for a month, said
Sandri,
My goal in this entire thing is to get to
the full Olympics, the youth Olympics. I
love show jumping so much that I just
want to represent Canada.
Sandri has begun collecting points a
few years before the event to try to ensure she comes out on top when its time
to compete in Alberta.
On Dec. 6 she was selling her calendars at Assist Business Centre, who
sponsored the calendars.
We think contributing to the community and the youth is important. Savanahs calendars were something we
could help with and an easy way to be
involved. While it isnt always feasible
for us to assist when asked, we had
some room left in our budget for 2014,
said Grace Schouten, owner of Assist
Business.
Sandri has a goal of selling 400 calendars.
Braves want committed

team efforts
JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter

Despite being near the top of the
standings, Wheatland Braves head
coach Keith Klemmensen is not satisfied after the teams 6-1 win over the
Bow Valley Timberwolves on Dec. 5 at
home.
They get ideas that they think
theyve accomplished something. They
havent perfected or really been good
at anything on the front end yet consistently, said Klemmensen.
He admits his team has worked together at times during the game but
are inconsistent in other parts.
At times you see it, its a funny
group because sometimes they do a
real team thing and the second you pat
them on the back, they just go back
to being selfish and about themselves.
Its going to inhibit what theyre going
to be able to accomplish, said Klemmensen.
If they trust each other to be able
to execute whats going on out there,
theyll be fine because everybodys
improving when they trust each other
but if they dont it looks like the Keystone cops out there.
The learning curve for the team right
now is that they can beat teams on
any given night but also can be beaten
with their inconsistent play.
Mo Hakim led the way with three
goals while Tristan Zandee, Kyle
Crnkovic and Tegan Skehar added one
each.
In Okotoks on Saturday night, the
team provided put on offensive clinic

with a 12-1 pounding of the Okotoks
Oilers Black.
Crnkovic was a one-man show with
nine goals, while Zandee had two and
Kyle Bray had one.
The local peewee double-A team
plays the Lethbridge Hurricanes (6
p.m.) on Dec. 13 in Hussar, and host
the Okotoks Oilers green (4:15 p.m.)
on Dec. 14 at Strathmore Family Centre.
CHIEFS ON FIRE!
The Wheatland Chiefs continued
their winning ways by thumping the
Lethbridge Hurricanes 9-1 at the Hussar Arena on Dec. 5.
Matt Halkovic and Jayden Smith
led the charge with two goals apiece.
Grady Strath, Kyle Rosolowski, Alix Biletsky, Chris Rebeyka and Jayse Wilson
also tallied for Wheatland.
The Chiefs suffered their second loss
of the season on Sunday, when they
fell 4-2 in Red Deer. Jayden Smith and
Grady Strath scored in the loss.
The local midget double-A team will
host the CNHA Blazers (7:30 p.m.) on
Dec. 12 at the Strathmore Family Centre.
WARRIORS READY
The Wheatland Warriors were idle
but will resume play, on Dec .12 when
they faceoff against the Medicine Hat
Venom (7:30 p.m.) in Hussar and on
Dec. 14 against the Bow Valley Timberwolves (7 p.m.) at the Strathmore
Family Centre.
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Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games in Strathmore!
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volunteers,
businesses,
individuals
and
trip
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participants for their support, generosity and contributions to the
Valley
Travelheld
in Strathmore.
Easy Going Golf
Tournament
at Speargrass on Saturday,
September 20, 2014!
The draw date is April 21, 2015 and there are

12 draws, if a person wins the first voucher, their
ticket is put back into the draw and they have more chances to win.
Volunteers and Donations
Volunteers: Bruce Bryan, Bruce Bishop, Dahrlyne Knaus, Charlotte Watson, Lorraine Buray,
Tickets
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Kathy Tucker,
Jackie
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Strathmore
Brooks
Jason
Hale, Cross
Iron
Mills,
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Nurseries,
Strathmore.
Open
Monday
Friday
8:30
amEagle
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pm.
Walker Family, ChinookWe
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Union,
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Family,
Golf Course, Hugo Stoltz,
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Kims
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Gregory
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Rosebud Theater,
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Office
at 403-934-1580
for more information.
Sobeys, Strathmore Motor Products, Speargrass Community Association, Town of
Strathmore, Adrian Knaus, Rosanne Johnson, ATCO Gas, PJs Appliances, Roadhouse
Restaurant, Strathmore Station, Canadian Tire, Tempco Drilling, Booster Juice, Value Drug
Mart, Donalda Ledene, Deb Taylor, Stephen Johnson, Peakman Management Group, Jackie
Storm win relay!

Left: Strathmore novice Storm players were a
bundle of excitement as they got to meet country singer and Okotoks native George Canyon
during the Flames Minor Hockey relay on Dec.
4 at the Scotiabank Saddledome. David Marleau (l-r), Hayden Karchersky, country singer
George Canyon, Riley Bassen, Phoenix Flett and
Clay Greenslade. Top: Strathmore novice Storm
player Phoenix Flett is skating hard during the
Calgary Flames Minor Hockey relay during the
intermission at the Flames game on Dec. 4 at the
Scotiabank Saddledome.
Mini-meet
The Strathmore Swim Club held a mini meet for the
swimmers to test out their abilities in the pool on Dec. 3
at the Strathmore Aquatic Centre.
Justin Seward Photos
Photos Courtesy of Charla Flett
Donated equipment benefits Wheatland region

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter
Standard School received $200,000
worth of donated gym equipment from
Apple Fitness that will be used by the
students and residents of East Wheatland County.
The plan is to keep students, staff
and residents of Wheatland County active while having a fitness centre close
to home.
We struck a deal with Apple Fitness, which basically when they go
in to replace old equipment, theyll
donate that back to schools. Weve
gotten since last September $200,000
additional equipment donated and
purchased to us, said Standard School
assistant Principal Greg Lendvay.
This year were up to 21 pieces of
cardio equipment because thats what
the students are into. Theyve all got
iPod connectors, so the students are
environmentally
friendly, actually
charging their phones while theyre
working out, said Lendvay.
The long-term plan of the gym setup is to have a virtual trainer on the
equipment rather than having a professional trainer come in.
The future is virtual trainer type of
things especially in a rural location as

opposed to having a physical trainer.
We do have a training process, all of
our kids from Grade 7 to 12 are incorporating it into their classes, said
Lendvay.
We have the addition of two new
high school fitness credit classes,
which is new to the school that weve
never had before. Were looking to establish some partnerships with Alberta
Health Services with our K-12 Wellness
initiative and offer community and
school based services that we can collaborate on.
Standard Mayor, Alan Larsen, is looking to engage and promote fitness to
Standard and the rest of the county by
making the gym available to the public.
Im looking at Jan. 1, 2015, right
now I have a list of about 10 people
who have already contacted me and
are interested in using the facility, and
still open for more people, said Larsen. Between Greg and myself I think
well try and streamline this so that it
can work for almost anybody in the
community. Well have some rules that
will have to be followed like were not
going to let people work out on their
own, said Larsen.
Students from Standard School show off some of the $200,000 worth of gym equipment that was
donated to the school by Apple Fitness.
Justin Seward Photo
The target age group for the facility

is for all students and some enhanced
programs will be put in place for those
who play other sports.
Were looking at some high performance training for some of the students that play hockey and ringette on
specialized teams or targeting some of
the obesity thats becoming more of a
problem in society, said Lendvay.
The feedback has been really positive and will help the schools case
for a new fitness facility once the new
school is built.
Were getting a lot of student feedback that is very positive and supportive. I think with this amount of equipment, what were building is a case for
we need a new fitness facility in the
new school moving forward that actually supports the entire region, said
Lendvay.
If you have any questions, you can
contact Alan Larsen at 403-901-6411 or
Greg Lendvay at Standard School 403644-3791.
Senior Hawks learn early lesson

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter
The Holy Cross Collegiate Hawks senior boys
basketball team learned a valuable lesson in their
season opening defeat to Strathcona-Tweedsmuir
of Okotoks 72-42 on Dec. 3.
The Hawks started well, playing as a team, but
could not sustain the same kind of consistency in
the second half as players started to do too much
themselves.
When they played as a unit of five, they did
quite well. We were down as much as 12 to 15
points, we came back to be within five and then
we stopped playing that team game, said coach
Tony Hamilton.
The larger margin of defeat was a concern because the Hawks were not able to create enough
on their inside game to put up points.

The issue is when you have two elements to
any offence, youve got your outside game and inside game, and we stopped using our inside game.
We had success with it, but stopped using it out
on the floor and when you do that, then you shut
off a couple people on your team and it makes it
more difficult to stay in a game, said Hamilton.
No two players will ever win a game, especially
if the ball isnt going in the basket when theyre
shooting it. Thats what we talked about at practice, working like a machine that has five parts
and when youre working together and using all
the parts, it goes much better.
Hamilton added that this will be a learning
curve for the team and hopes the results will be
better when they go to Banff for a tournament
over the weekend.
Holy Cross Collegiate senior Hawk Josh Hauck eyes the upcoming free
throw from the Strathcona-Tweedsmuir player during the home opener on
Dec. 3 at Holy Cross Collegiate. The Hawks ultimately lost 72-42.
Manny Everett Photo
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Share the Spirit of Christmas with THE GLEICHEN AND DISTRICT COMMUNITY
CHOIR at a Christmas Hamper Benefit Concert Saturday, December 13th
at 2pm at Strathmore United Church. Cash Donations Gratefully Accepted.
Everyone Welcome.
Ginger All The Way on Dec. 22 (3-5pm) Strathmore Library Celebrate the
Christmas holidays by making fun Gingerbread houses & trains. Free to
attend. Register at the library by Dec. 19. Full details: www.strathmorelibrary.
ca/ginger
Lyalta Childrens Christmas Party on Sunday, December 14, 2014. Potluck

supper begins at 4:30 and Santa arrives at 6:00 pm. Please contact Lori for
more information. 403-934-2411
Holiday Makeshop on Dec. 23 (2-5pm) Strathmore Library Come create

with us! Make gifts, card or whatever you like! We provide the supplies; you
bring the inspirations! Free! Drop-in. Full details: www.strathmorelibrary.ca/
makeshop
special events
Christmas Day Dinner on Thursday December 25, 2014. Doors open @

2:30pm and Dinner served between 3:00 5:00pm. Lord of All Lutheran
Church welcomes you. For singles, couples and families. 403-934-2374.
BRIDGING THE GAP Community Lunch Club Tuesday, December 9 Theme:
Cookie Jar. From 11:00 a.m. 1:00 pm at the Lord of all Lutheran Church. To
register call Marg at 403-901-7811. A Meet & Greet for Parents & Mentors
December 15, 2014 Activity: Christmas Cards & Gift Tags from 11:00 1:00
pm at the Lord of all Lutheran Church. Register by calling Rhonda at 403901-7684

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House/Pet Sitting
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Contact Lorraine: 403-361-1242
Unique
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The Crowther Memorial Junior High School
Cougars girls basketball team hosted the
Holy Cross Collegiate Hawks during the
Cougars Early Bird tournament on Dec. 6.
Shannon Leclair Photo
Justin Seward Photo
Cougars solid in Early Bird tournament

JUSTIN SEWARD
Times Reporter

The Crowther Memorial Junior High
School Cougars boys and girls basketball teams held their Early Bird home
tournaments on Dec. 6.
Both teams played really well and
showed strong work ethics considering it was their first competition of the
season.
Girls coach Scott Koller was really
thrilled to see his team bond as well as
they did on the court.
Our team bonded well and we are
starting to trust each other, said Koller.
The girls did really well, they were a
little nervous for the first game but the
last two games, they played much better.
The girls will have lots of work to
do as the season goes along but their
strong point will be the offence.
There are always things that need
to be worked on. When we really start
to run our offence it will be hard for
other teams to stop us from scoring,
said Koller.
He expects to have players that work
hard in every game.
I expect to have a group of girls that
will work their hardest and challenge
every team that we play. My goals are
to play as a team and work harder than
everyone else, said Koller. Our whole
season will hinge on our ability to have
five girls play as one.
Boys head coach Matthew Laslo
thought his team played well in the
tournament and felt that this was a
start of good things to come.

It went relatively well, we tried to
give everyone lots of minute on the
floor, so everyone played a lot, and we
got better as the tournament went on,
said Laslo.
There were many positives to take
out of the tournament and the effort
showed in the teams performance.
When we want to, we play really
well as a team. When we are passing
the ball, running the floor and working hard on defense, we can be a really
great team, said Laslo.
The boys will have a shorter team
height this year, so strong rebounding
will be key.
Rebounding is really the most important aspect of the game, as it allows
your team to get a few extra shots, and
prevents the opposition from getting
extra shots. Were a little shorter this
year, so rebounding is really going to
have to be a whole team effort, said
Laslo.
There are players on the team that
have played different levels of basketball and will be called upon to provide
leadership.
We have a lot of players who have
played a lot of basketball at various levels, so experience will be a strength. As
well, we have a lot of players that want
to work hard and get better, which is
always great at this level, said Laslo.
The goal this year is to have everyone
by the end of the season playing great
team basketball. If were all out there
playing for each other, we should be
able to win some tournaments.
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THE AREA OF AN IRRIGATION DISTRICT
TAKE NOTE that applications have been received by
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Strathmore Station
Restaurant & Pub
at the Royal Canadian Legion #10
is hiring:
Cooks
2 Permanent , Full Time

$13.50 Hourly, for 44.00 Hours per week
Cocktails 6:00pm
Dinner 7:00pm
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Chamber of Commerce,
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Experience: 3 years to less than 5 years
Skills: Prepare and cook full course meals and
individual dishes including for customers with food
allergies or intolerances, while ensuring quality of
food and determine size of food proportions are
met. Work with minimal supervision and train staff
in preparation, cooking and handling of food. Clean
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with others, job task planning and organizing, and
significant use of memory required. Speak English,
Read English, Write English
How to Apply- with resume to: 510 Highway #1
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By Mail or In Person between 9:00 and 17:00 :
By Fax :(403) 934-9502
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REQUIRED FOR
Strathmore Municipal Library
A Part-time (25 - 35 hrs/week) Youth Intern

is required to commence January 2015.
Applicants must possess excellent computer
skills with the ability to create and instruct
computer workshops on a variety of topics.
This position will be in charge of instruction
and promotion of the Assistive Workstation
for people with development disabilities.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to
work independently or as part of a team is an
asset. Applicants must be available to work
evenings and Saturdays. Assistance with the
daily library operations will also be required.
As this is a Youth Initiative Program Grant,
applicants between the ages of 16-30 need
only apply for this temporary position that
will run until March 31, 2015.
FORWARD RESUME TO:
Rachel Dick Hughes
Director of Library Services
Strathmore Municipal Library
Phone: 403-934-5440
Email: asmlibmgr@marigold.ab.ca
Resumes will be accepted until
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102-95 Brent Blvd.
Strathmore, AB, T1P 1V3
Now Hiring SHIFT SUPERVISORS

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$13.50/hr + Potential Bonuses
Duties Include:
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SERVERS

Experience: 1 to 2 years
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Describe and advise on menu items including
daily specials for customers. Present, open, pour
and serve wine in appropriate wine glassware.
Present bills to customers and accept and manage
payments in cash, credit or debit cards. Clear and
clean tables, trays and chairs. Replenish condiments and other supplies at tables and serving
areas. Set tables. Must be of legal age to mix and
serve alcoholic beverages and acquire ProServe
within 30 days of hire. Must be Customer service
oriented and physically fit. Experience on Squirrel
POS system or similar an asset.
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
FULL-TIME GENERAL MANAGER required for Canadian Professional Rodeo

Association. Must be highly
motivated with strong business management, negotiating, financial planning,
leadership, team building,
strategic thinking & organizational skills. Duties: Office
operations, staff supervision,
marketing, sponsorship &
communication. Email resume with covering letter &
references: bsteadward@
rodeocanada.com. Website:
rodeocanada.com.
OILFIELD CONSTRUCTION
COMPANY requires full-time
Heavy Duty Mechanic to
repair fleet of track hoes,
Cats, graders, heavy trucks.
$40 plus/hour depending
on experience. Must have
valid drivers licence. Send
resume:
wrenchitright@
gmail.com.
TREE TO TREE NURSERIES LTD.

of GLEICHEN, ALBERTA
Skills: Ability to supervise and co-ordinate the activities of 5-10 food and beverage servers, bartenders, or
front support staff, while ensuring great food service
and quality control of foods. Will be responsible to 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 under pressure. Standing and/or
walking for extended periods. Speak English, Read
English, Write English
How to Apply
- By Mail or In Person between 9:00 and 17:00
510 Highway #1, Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1M6
is hiring: 1 permanent, full time
Assistant Restaurant Manager

Credentials/Education: Must have (or get within 30

days of hire): AGLC Smart Serve Program, First Aid
Certificate.
Business Equipment and Computer Applications:
Micros system, General office equipment, Record
keeping, Cashiering, Microsoft Office.
Duties/Abilities: Must plan, organize, direct,
control, and evaluate daily operations, while
ensuring that all health, safety, and liquor
legislation and regulations are followed.
Responsible for the hiring, training, scheduling,
and supervision of 60+ staff. Respond to customer
complaints and negotiate with clients for catering
or use of facilities. 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 be customer service
oriented and be able to work under pressure in
a fast-paced environment while paying attention
to detail. Standing and/or walking for extended
periods. Speak, Read, Write English.
How to Apply
In Person between 9:00 and 17:00, or By E-mail to
roadhouserestaurant.strathmore@gmail.com
StrathmoreTimes.com
still hiring
TOWN OF STRATHMORE
Where Quality of Life is A Way of Life
Competitive wages including O.T

and other Benefits.
Valid drivers licence and a good
attitude a must. High school
diploma an asset.
Send resumes to:
namaka farms inC.
Box 2409, Strathmore, AB T1P 1K3
Fax (403) 934-6133
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The Town of Strathmore is a vibrant and progressive community of 13,000 people, located on the
Trans Canada Highway 40 km. East of Calgary. We are looking for a dynamic and highly motivated
individual to join the public works team. Reporting to the Operations Manager of Public Works, the
Operator II is responsible to operate a variety of light/heavy equipment in completing tasks related
to, but not limited to roads, utilities, parks, etc. The Town of Strathmore is an employer offering
growth, a supportive and entrepreneurial environment, and opportunity to succeed. We endeavour
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Heavy Equipment Mechanics
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winter snow
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Experience: of 1 to 2 years required
Send cover letter and resume to

ted@treetotreenurseries.ca
How to Apply: By Mail to 380 Ridge Road

Strathmore AB T1P1B5, In Person between
9:00 and 17:00, or By E-mail to
strathmorestationjobs@gmail.com
Custom feedlot & farming

operation looking
for full-time employees
Food Services
Supervisor
Duties include heavy lifting, planting nursery

stock, equipment operation, weed control.
No qualifications required
as training is provided.
40 hrs/week based on a 6 day work week.
March 9 - November 15, 2015.
$10.20/hour.
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is seeking GENERAL LABOURERS.
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Qualifications and Skills

Enter "Edmonton" into the search field
on the Job Opportunities page.
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First Aid Certificate
opportunities at www.brandtjobs.com
Experience using a variety of vehicles, light and heavy equipment
including
hand and power tools,
or by calling
306-791-8923.
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RENTALS
RENTALS
LOOKING FOR a great career? Riverbend Co-op in

Outlook, SK is now hiring for
a Meat Manager. Experience
required. Contact Dale or
Shauna at 306-867-8614 or
by email: sforrister.rvrbnd@
sasktel.net.
INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. Inthe-seat training. No simulators. Real world tasks.
Weekly start dates. Funding
options. Weekly job board!
Sign up online! iheschool.
com. 1-866-399-3853.
MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, December 20, 11 a.m.,

6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton.
Over 150 guns - Handguns,
rifles, shotguns, hunting and
fishing equipment. To consign 780-440-1860.
THE DISABILITY Tax Credit.

$1,500 yearly tax credit.
$15,000 lump sum refund
(on average). Covers: hip/
knee replacements, arthritic
joints, COPD. Apply today!
1-844-453-5372.
NEW 3 BEDROOM APARTMENT. AVAILABLE FEB.

1/2015. $1300 plus utilities.
Constructed in 2014. Across
the street from Sacred Heart
Academy. Call Niki at 403480-1218 for more info.
CHINOOK III. 1 bdrm or 2

bdrm. Heat & water included. No pets. Please call for
availability. Call Keli 403324-2944.
HELP WANTED
GET FREE vending machines.

Can earn $100,000. + per
year. All cash-retire in just 3
years. Protected territories.
Full details call now 1-866668-6629. Website: www.
tcvend.com.
2 BDRM MODULAR HOME

FOR RENT. WELCOME TEMPORARY OR SEASONAL
CONTRACT WORKERS IN
DISTRICT. Available ASAP/
January. Furnished or unfurnished. Single or double
occupancy. 10 mins East of
Strathmore. 4 appliances ,
utilities included. Terms negotiable. Light housekeeping
included. Please call 403934-5678.
Now accepting applications

for people who want to help us
provide the best shopping
experience for our customers.
TRAINING
MEDICAL BILLING Trainees
needed! Learn to process &
submit claims for hospitals
and doctors! No experience
needed! Local training gets
you ready to work! 1-888627-0297.
Starting wage: $11 - $12

Send resumes to:
FLEET SAFETY INTERNATIONAL INCL.
Sby5019strathmore@sobeys.com
or fax 403.934.4540
Requires a
PART TIME
MASSAGE CAREER - At Alberta Institute of Massage

we deliver exceptional training, inspire learning, and ignite passion for knowledge!
AIM for Success! 403346-1018. Now enrolling
for January full-time and
distance programs.
DRIVING EVALUATORS
AND COACHES
Must have a valid minimum Class 5 Drivers License
Clean Drivers Abstract
Strong people communication skills
For more information please call
RENTALS
Fax 403-283-8666 or email giport@telus.net
SMALL BACHELOR/ STUDIO

for rent Dec. 1, 2014 furnished! One year lease plus
security deposit 600.00 per
month! Includes water, electric, and gas! Call Ashlee at
403-990-4962.
Gordon Porteous at 403-604-0181
Join our team!
IS HIRING!
JO U R NE YM AN
Strathmore Ford is going through expanded growth and
needs immediate hiring for a journeyman technician
with Ford and ADP experience is an asset.
Exciting
Marketing Positions
Available
Strathmore Ford provides a highly professional working

environment for all of its team members. Our track
record as a Group (Kaizen Automotive Group) of
long-term staff retention is a testament to the way we
do business and the value that we place upon the
contributions of each employee.
(Apply by December 15, 2014)
W E O FFER :
Get involved with marketing one of Canadas

premiere theatre destinations.
Fun & fast pace work environment with the latest

equipment
The most competitive benefits & pay plan in the
industry
Ongoing training
Future growth for top performers are readily available
within the dealership
State of the art facilities
Ongoing training which includes training bonuses
Growth opportunities from our ever expanding
dealership expansion for the right candidates.
See rosebudtheatre.com for more details.
the
strathmore
realty group
403-477-5422
103 3rd Ave, Strathmore www.strathmorerealty.ca
626 THIRD STREET,

SMORE., AB.
CONDO, BUNGALOW,
2 BEDROOM,
1140 SQ.FT.,
LIST PRICE @ $193,900.
RESIDENTIAL SINGLE FAMILY
114 790
KINGSMERE
CRES. SW.,
CALGARY, AB.,
CONDO, 1 BEDROOM,
832 SQ.FT.
LIST PRICE @ $ 275,000.
Billie McCallum
Manager
$16.56 Hourly, for 40 Hours per week

How to Apply: By Mail to 380 Ridge Road Strathmore

AB T1P1B5, In Person between 9:00 and 17:00,
or By E-mail to strathmorestationjobs@gmail.com
Getz & Associates-Lawyers & Mediators

225A Wheatland Trail, Box 2370
Strathmore, Alberta T1P 1K3
Attention: John Getz
Solicitor for the Estate
File No. 14-15361/DJG
The highest or any bid may not be accepted.
Written bids for either or both parcels along with

a certified cheque or bank draft for 5% of the bid
price must be received by 12:00 Noon, January 16,
2015 at:
1 permanent, full time
Must possess great oral communication, excellent

problem solving skills, and organized job task
planning abilities. Must be customer service
oriented and be able to work under pressure in a
fast-paced environment while paying attention to
detail. Standing and/or walking for extended periods. Speak English, Read English, Write English
Parcel 1:
S.E. & S.W. 13-23-21-W4M Containing 320 acres
more or less with surface rights income estimated
at $15,190.00 per year.
NEW SAVANA CONDO FOR

RENT, 1 bedroom 1 bathroom, Main floor, with 2 underground parking spots and
1 outdoor, available immediately, $1250.00 includes
utilities. N/S. Call Christine
403-325-0757.
Jencor Mortgage Advisor
Strathmore Station
Restaurant & Pub is hiring:
Duties/Abilities: Must plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate daily operations, while ensuring
that all health, safety, and liquor legislation and
regulations are followed. Responsible for the
hiring, training, scheduling, and supervision of 40+
staff. Respond to customer complaints and negotiate with clients for catering or use of facilities.
The Estate of Kenneth M. Fraser offers to parcels

2 parcels of land for sale by tender located in
Wheatland County, Alberta as follows:
REAL ESTATE
tammy.lambert@jencormortgage.com
Business Equipment and Computer Applications:

Squirrel POS system, General office equipment,
Record keeping, Cashiering, Microsoft Office.
LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER
Parcel 2:
N.W., S.E., N.E. 19-23-19-W4M Containing 472.62
acres more or less with surface rights income
estimated at $21,158.00 per year.
Office: 403.245.3636 ext. 2016

Cell: 403.934.0937
MCOULOMBE@STRATHMOREFORD.COM
Credentials/Education: Must have (or get within 30

days of hire): AGLC Smart Serve Programs (PROtect, PROserve, REELfacts), First Aid Certificate,
CPR Certificate, Workplace Hazardous Materials
Information System (WHMIS) Certificate.
RE TENDERS
LARGE TWO BEDROOM 1.5

bath 6 appliances, town
house with Garage for rent.
Jan 1.,2015 one year lease
1400. Plus utilities (except
water/sewer) plus security
deposit! Call Ashlee at 403990-4962.
Tammy Lambert
(Service manager)
230 CENTRE STREET,

updated 3 bedroom unit
available immediately in a
quiet 4plex! Rent starting
from $1225.00 In-suite
laundry, four appliances
and parking included.
Just 25 minutes outside
of Calgary and a short
distance away from the
newly developed shopping district. Utilities
extra. Call Emerald Management & Realty Ltd. at
403-237-8811.
701 WESTMOUNT DRIVE

- 1 bedroom , partially
renovated unit with patio
available now. Parking
included, no pets. $925
plus utilities. Close to
Westmount School. Call
the Resident Manager at
403-983-3628.
REAL ESTATE
APPLY TO MARCUS COULOMBE
WESTMOUNT DRIVE - 1
& 2 bedroom, fully renovated units with balcony
or patio. Includes washer/
dryer and parking. From
$995 plus utilities. Close
to Westmount School. Call
the Resident Manager at
403-983-3628.
66 KAUTZ CLOSE,
LKS OF MUIRFIELD, AB.,
1/2 HALF ACRE
LAND PARCEL
LIST PRICE @ $ 199,999.
706 WILLOW DRIVE, SMORE., AB.

BUNGALOW,
5 BEDROOM,
1193 SQ.FT.
LIST PRICE @ $ 349,900.
COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL
Please email resumes to

info@travelodgestrathmore.com
Or in person at the front desk, 350 Ridge Rd,
Strathmore Or via fax (403) 901-0016
COUNTRY RESIDENTIAL
NIGHT AUDIT SUPERVISOR
HELP WANTED
$20/hr. Experience is an asset. Must be available from

11 pm to 7 am. Some duties include coordinate, assign,
supervise & review activities of workers, establish work
schedules & procedures, resolve work related problems
CLASSIFIEDS
24 HILLVIEW DRIVE,
244073 RANGE ROAD 265, RANGE ROAD 262, 465
SMORE., AB.,
LYALTA, AB.,
ACRES, SMORE., AB.,
BUNGALOW,
BUNGALOW/WO, 6
MODULAR/WALKOUT 1519
3 BEDROOM,
BEDROOM, 1278 SQ.FT.,
SQ.FT.
1480 SQ.FT.
2.42 ACRES,
LIST PRICE @ $ 2,999,999
LIST PRICE @ $ 379,900. LIST PRICE @ $ 549,900.
CLASSIFIEDS
PETS
MANUFACTURED
REAL ESTATE
REAL ESTATE
Sharons
Doggie Dos
RV LOT OWNERSHIP. Radium, BC (almost half price)

$39,900. - $49,900. Enjoy golf, lake, hiking, great
people. 75% sold; www.
mountain-shadows-resort.
com. You Tube http://youtu.
be/qcyKuYpE8AQ. 403-7014623.
DO YOU OWN real estate? I

offer 1st & 2nd mortgages
with no credit check. Get
approved today. Call 1-866405-1228 or email: info@
firstandsecondmortgages.
ca.
Dog grooming.
2013 SRI HOME 20 X 76:

mint condition, 3 bedroom,
2 bath $125,000. 1995
Noble Acceptance 16 X 76:
3 bedroom, 2 bath, available
immediately. $49,000. For
more information call United
Homes Canada 1-800-4617632 or visit us at www.
unitedhomescanada.com.
Sharon 403-934-3824
GET YOUR
CLASSIFIED
ADS IN THE
TIMES!
GET YOUR
CLASSIFIED
ADS IN THE
TIMES!
Professional All Breed

Strathmore.
20 years experience.
Reasonable Rates &
Calm Environment.
REAL ESTATE
BARGAIN HOMES For Sale.

Pigeon Lake - large 2
story, 3 bedroom, reduced
$298,000. Edmonton Riverbend - Deluxe 3 bedroom, 3
bath renod $454,500. Lawrence Steinke and company
realty 780-914-7020.
Welcoming
New Clients
TURNKEY BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Well established. Great downtown
Strathmore location. Excellent exposure.
Profitable income. Low operating costs.
Strong repeat client base. Flexible hours.
Great growth potential. Price includes all
fixtures, signage, good will
& training. Showings by appointment only.
JUST REDUCED!
Added 37ac of fenced grassland

Very secluded and immaculately maintained
acreage. Near Rockyford.
Craig Brassard
403.361.0143
MLSC1024345
Call Raelene Nichol for more

information or to see this great
business. (403)921-6111.
cbrassard@cirrealty.ca
www.calgarynwrealestate.com
ATTENTION
PROPERTY OWNERS & INVESTORS

the strathmore realty group
LIVE UP, RENT DOWN

ARROWWOOD - $219,900
FOR SALE
RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM
UNITS (7)
323 4TH AVENUE, STRATHMORE
THE ESTATE OF CLAUDE GAUVIN IS
SELLING ALL 7 UNITS IT OWNS IN THE
MIDTOWN RESIDENTIAL COMPLEX.
BUILT IN 2008
AVAILABLE FEBRUARY 1ST, 2015.

ASKING $1,215,000
Gross Monthly Revenue of $8,700
PLEASE CONTACT JOHN AT
403-852-0074 OR john@gh-a.com
CALL LORNA
TAKE LIFE
EASIER!!
$317,900
SOLD
Built in 2002, 1181 sq. ft. bi-level. Total two

bed, three bath. Separate downstairs suite is
currently rented to an excellent tenant who will
stay if the buyer wishes. The home has a very
clean modern decor and sits on a double lot.
Go to MLSC3638637.
FLAVOUR OF
1910 - $204,900
SOLD
But new like 2014.

all on .37 of an Acre
Double Garage & Sheds
20 min east of
Strathmore.
CALL SHAUNA
START HERE
$249,900
CARSELAND
CALL LORNA
Brand new vinyl

flooring
Large 1 bedroom
Third floor corner
Tons of views
CALL LORNA
SOLD
WELL KEPT BILEVEL

HUGE TREED YARD
4 BDRMS,
COMPUTER ROOM
FAMILY AND GAMES ROOM
CALL SHAUNA
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BUNGALOW WITH 2
GARAGES - $239,900
Small town living
1546 sq.ft. bunglow
3+2 bdrms, 3
baths
Fully finished
3 ACRES NW OF
STRATHMORE - $599,900
Impressive 8 bedroom
3 bath home
Located on 3 acres NW
of Strathmore
Fully finished with suite
30x40 heated,
detached garage
CALL SHAUNA
TWO HOMES ZONED

R-3 - $450,000
Great rental
properties!
762 sq.ft., 3 bdrms
1250 sq.ft., 5 bdrms
Single detached
garage
CALL SHAUNA
ESTATE WALKOUT
BUNGALOW - $499,900
SOLD
4.07 Acres of Raw

Land - $163,000
Immaculate 1571 sq.ft.

walkout
2+3 bdrms, plus den,
3 baths
Fully finished
Backs onto greenspace,
fronts onto park
RENOVATED ON LARGE
LOT - $349,900
Immaculate home
on large lot
3+1 bdrms, 1 baths
Lots of upgrades!
Oversized Double
detached garage
CALL SHAUNA
NO CONDO FEES
- $244,900
CALL SHAUNA
SOLD
CALL SHAUNA
RENOVATED CONDO
$187,500
Beautifully renovated
condo
3 bdrms, 1 baths
Low condo fees of
$150/month
Move in and enjoy!
JUST WEST OF
LANGDON
$549,900
SOLD
GREAT 4 ACRES
SHOP
DOUBLE GARAGE
ATTACHED.
JUST OFF 797.
$444,900
46.56
ACRES
Many options on this
parcel of land, 25 minutes east of Calgary.
$599,000
CALL LORNA
CUTE & QUAINT

$264,000
2+1 brms, 2 baths

Fully finished
Double Detached
garage
Zoned Central
Business
SOLD
YES YOU CAN!
COMMERCIAL
BUILDING IN
ROCKYFORD $69,900
Prime corner lot

3000+ sq.ft. of retail/
office space
2 piece bath
Receiving door
1262 sq.ft. half duplex

on large lot
3 bedrooms,
1 baths
Lots of upgrades
Situated across
from a park
SOLD
SOLD
SOLD
4 ACRES IN CALGARY
CITY LIMITS - $1,375,000
BRENTWOOD
ESTATES $224,900
Build your dream home!

Located 15 minutes
S.E. of Strathmore
South of Eagle Lake
2 parcels available
SOLD
CALL LORNA
Refreshed 1440 sqft home

Situated on 1.66 acres
West of Hussar
3 bedrooms, 2 full baths
Beautiful prairie views
3 bdrms, 2 full baths

Open concept with
vaulted ceilings
New laminate flooring
Bright and cheery!
Beautiful upgraded
Bungalow with
bonus room over
garage and walkout
professionally
landscaped yard.
C/S
PEACE AND QUIET

IN THE COUNTRY $199,900
1998 sq.ft. fully finished

home
3+2 bdrms, 3 full
baths
2 heated shops
Home has been
extensively renovated
BUY A HOME
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GARAGE TOO
RV PARKING
BASEMENT
DEVELOPMENT
$299,000
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STUNNING RENOVATED
HOME $499,900
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The Old Home Hardware Building
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10.4 ACRES ON THE

BOW RIVER
- $975,900
Gorgeous home
overlooking the Bow River
Set up for horses
Barn/shop & 2 triple garages
Breathtaking mountain
and river views
1969 sq.ft., fully finished

4+1 bdrms, 2 baths
Large lot in Estate area
on greenspace
Too many upgrades to
mention!
104 3rd Avenue, Strathmore
LAMBERT
VILLAGE
$147,900
CALL SHAUNA
ADULT LIVING ON
THE LAKE $394,900
SOLD
403-901-5388 cell
www.strathmorerealty.ca
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www.shaunakenworthy.com
1230 sq.ft. fully finished

Lake view and amazing
sunsets!
2 bdrms plus den,
2 baths
Double attached garage
CALL SHAUNA
10-12 ACRE
PARCELS
NEW ROAD INTO

SUBDIVISION.
CALL SHAUNA
Associate
Broker
WEST OF
STRATHMORE
BEING REZONED
INDUSTRIAL GEN.
403-803-4605
Tina Scott
SUNRISES, VIEW OF
COUNTRY. BEAUTIFUL
CUSTOM DUPLEX
OVER 1300 SQ. FT.
FRONT ATTACHED GARAGE
CALL LORNA
REAL ESTATE
Call Shauna For All Your Real Estate Needs.
TIMES
LAMBERT VILLAGE
$144,900
1 bdrm condo
Beautiful view of the
environmental preserve
Freshly painted and
new lino
60+ retirement living
COME SEE!
$175,000
SOLD
JUST LIKE BRAND NEW

ONE OF THE LARGER I
N LAMBERT
NEW FLOORING,
NEW LINO.
AND A GARAGE TOO!
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PUTTIN ON
THE GLITZ!
$319,900
STRATHMORE
SOLD
3 BDRMS, 3 BATHS,
SPASHES OF COLOR
6 PERSON HOT TUB
HUGE PIE LOT / RV PARKING
CALL LORNA
$374,900
SOLD
Full developed
Bi Level, over
size heated
garage.
CALL LORNA
HANDMAN
SPECIAL
$265,000
MLS - C3643274
Over 52 acres with
loads of potential,
private, home and older
out buildings!
Associate
Broker
CALL
LORNA PHIBBS
403-874-7660
TO BUY OR SELL!
34 Years Experience
106 - 304 - 3rd Ave.,

Strathmore
lorna@lornaphibbs.com
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PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY
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Maintenance
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Waste Water Treatment Systems Designed
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REAL ESTATE
Your Local Realtors

with the Calgary Connection!
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403-325-7347
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403-560-2652
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TUB REPAIRS
Blackstone Refinishing
Call Harry Engfer: 403-630-6534
Bathtub Refinishing
Chip Repairs
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Strathmore
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STRATHMORE & AREA 24 HR. REAL ESTATE HOT LINE
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COMMUTE TO
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$159,900
SOLD
CALL CHANTALE
Full Basement In Floor

NSReady
TIOHeat
CONGRATULA
Oversized Double Detached
La Shaun
Andrews
403
850-4593
Sheila
Bassen
403
361-0390
Tamara
Desjardins
403
874-6486
Ryan
Kautz
403
875-1170
MLS C3597875
MLS C1024895
CALL LA SHAUN
MLS C3640035
CALL LA SHAUN
MLS C3630983
Shauna
Kenworthy
403
803-4605
CALL LA SHAUN
MLS C1024881
Tracy
Larsen
403
901-9143
CALL CHANTALE
Stunning, Renovated
Home $499,900
CALL CHANTALE
No Condo Fees
$249,900

on large lot
3 bedrooms, 1 baths
Lots of upgrades
Situated across from
a park
SPEARGRASS LOTS
STARTING AT
$70,000. ALL WALK
OUT LOTS BACKING
TO GOLF COURSE OR
GREEN SPACE!
Retail space
$69,900!
Perfect building
with awesome
visibility for any
business you have
in mind!
Fully Developed
bungalow on large
lot backing to
countryside with 3
car detached
heated garage
$224,900!
MLS C3640441
CALL SHEILA
HUGE BUNGALOW
ON 3.88 ACRES
$724,900
Huge Shop 40x60
City Bungalow 1780
sq ft in the country
Great Place to Raise
your Family!
CALL SHEILA
MLS C3638912
$83,000
4 lots in
Caresland!
Call for
Information!
Aztec Real Estate Family

to yours
Wishing you all a
very Merry Christmas
and a Happy New year
may you enjoy
this season to its fullest
surrounded by
friends and family!
CALL LORNA
TAKE LIFE
EASIER!!
$317,900
SOLD
CALL TRACY
MARKET EVALUATIONS
CALL RON
MLS C3638564
CALL RON
MLS C3407637
CALL LORNA
ACREAGE!
$265,000
Acreage Over 52 Acres
out buildings and
mobile home loads of
potential needs TLC!
MLS C3643274
CALL SHEILA
MLS C3567030
BEAUTIFUL
UPGRADED
BUNGALOW
$444,900
CALL SHEILA
SENOR LIVING
AT ITS BEST
$147,900
CALL SHEILA
SOLD
Quick possession top

floor one bedroom
freshly painted newer
appliances and flooring,
over looking the park!
AZTECREALESTATE.CA
CALL TRACY
2 x 6 walls, new siding, new

insulation, new furnace, tankless
hot water, new windows.
Fireplace. Huge kitchen with tons
of counter top and cupboards.
Water filter system.
Much, much more. $249,900
Call Ron Kaechele 403-934-1097
BEST VALUE
$142,900
Condo with two bedrooms
Gas fireplace, balcony
In suite washer and dryer
Immediate possession
Call Ron Kaechele
403-934-1097
BUILD YOUR
OWN HOME
$16,500 EACH
Two flat lots with gas and
power service
Side by side
Paved street and alley
Backs on to country
Call Ron Kaechele 403-934-1097
STOP LOOK
NO FURTHER!!!!
Backing onto POND/GREENSPACE/CANAL!!!!Quiet CUL-DESAC!! Open concept 3 BDRM
Fully Developed WALKOUT!!
HEATED garage!!! BRANDNEW
CARPET/LINO!!! Call Tracy
Larsen (403)901-9143 for your
private viewing!!!
AZTEC REAL ESTATE AGENTS

ALL DO FREE
MARKET EVALUATIONS
20 ACRES...BRAND NEW
Never been lived in
OVERSIZED 1550sq ft
Home...features 3 bdrms.,
2 full 4 Pce Baths, Vaulted
Ceilings.. Open Concept
Modern Kitchen/
LivingRoom...
10 min to Strathmore!!!!
MLS#C3637424
CALL SHAUNA
INVERLAKE ROAD
OPPORTUNITY
$1,400,000
CALL SHAUNA
COMMUNITY
OF CARBON
$299,900
CALL SHAUNA
SOLD
CALL SHAUNA
4.07 ACRES OF RAW

LAND - $163,000
Build your dream
home!
Located 15 minutes
S.E. of Strathmore
South of Eagle Lake
2 parcels available
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BUNGALOW WITH
2 GARAGES
$239,900
Small town living
1546 sq.ft. bunglow
3+2 bdrms,
3 baths
Fully finished
Great family home!!

1418sqft 2 storey home in
great condition! 3
bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, living
room, family room, dining
room or office. Huge back
yard! Double attached
heated garage
# 1 0 6 - 3 0 4 3 r d A v e n u e, S t r a t h m o r e, A l b e r t a
NO CONDO FEES $249,900

on large lot
3 bedrooms, 1 baths
Lots of upgrades
Situated across from a
park
Horse Set Up
on 80 Acres
Prime Location off #9
Highway
Huge Home, Barns,
Arena, Paddocks
$345,000
4 ACRES IN CALGARY
CITY LIMITS
- $1,375,000
1998 sq.ft. fully
finished home
3+2 bdrms, 3 full baths
2 heated shops
Home has been
extensively renovated
5 Bedroom Home
3 Full Baths
Backing to Creek!
with bonus room over

garage and walkout
professionally
landscaped yard
CALL LORNA
MLS C3619166
LIKE WOW
COMPLETELY
REBUILT!
BUYING OR SELLING
CALL US FIRST
C/S
SUNRISES, VIEW OF
COUNTRY. BEAUTIFUL
CUSTOM DUPLEX
OVER 1300 SQ. FT.
FRONT ATTACHED GARAGE
COMMERCIAL
BAY $215,000!
OVER 1680 SQ. FT.
OFFICE,
BATHROOM,
14 FT. DOOR!
MARKET EVALUATIONS
ALL DO FREE
From our
CALL LORNA
ALL DO FREE
CALL RON
WHY RENT THIS

HOME HAS MANY
RENOVATIONS IN
THE LAST 6 YEARS!
ON LARGE TREED
LOT! OWNER SAYS
SELL $129,500!
WWW.
BRAND NEW CHIC,

MODERN CONDO
IN CALGARY FOR
$276,900!
Across from South Health

Hospital, Lake Community
1 Bed, 1 Bath, Underground
Parking, Quartz Countertops
In Floor Heat, SS Appliances
Move In or Invest!
1969 sq.ft.,
fully finished
4+1 bdrms, 2 baths
Large lot in Estate area
on greenspace
Too many upgrades to
mention!
FOR ALL MLS LISTINGS VISIT OUR WEBSITE

Lorna
Phibbs
403
874-7660
CALL CHANTALE
BACKING TO
GREENSPACE
$799,900!
BUYING OR SELLING
CALL US FIRST
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Paul
Kautz
403
875-4166
INCLUDES
GARAGE
-Huge Bedrooms
-Large Kitchen
-Single Under
Drive Garage
Incredible
2900+ SF Home
So Many Upgrades and
Backing to Greenspace
6 Bdrm/3.5 Baths/Set Up
For Nanny
CALL LA SHAUN
Ron
Kaechele
403
934-1097
CUDDLE UP
IN CARBON
$299,900
3+2 Bedroom
Open Concept with
Upgraded Appliance
Big Yard Backs to
Creek
MLS C3631612
Chantale
Hill
403
325-3860
2 Bed, 2 Bath
Unspoiled
Basement
Heated Garage
Some Renos Completed...
not much more to do!
Cute Starter
Home In Gleichen
$109,900
Dont hesitate to give one of our

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a call for all the details!
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DECEMBER 12, 2014

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The next regular

The Town of Strathmore

680 Westchester Road

December 12, 2014

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Council Highlights December 3, 2014

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December 12, 2014 Strathmore TIMES Page 5

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Strathmore RCMP are currently

120 - 2nd Avenue, Strathmore

3 Beds, 1 Bath, Well

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