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SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Construction is set to begin in early 2021 on the pro-
posed Strathmore Solar Farm after it received a major
regulatory approval.
A proposed 40.5-megawatt (MW) solar facility,
Strathmore Solar Farm will be sited on approximately
320 acres of municipal property in the town’s south-
east, located south of the Trans-Canada Highway and
east of George Freeman Trail (RR 251).
The project was started by Solar Krafte Utilities Inc.,
a Vancouver-based company with seven solar farms
built or proposed across southern Alberta. Solar Krafte
has partnered with Capital Power, an Edmonton-based
power generation company, which is providing up to
$55 million in capital investment, conditional on suc-
cessful permitting and regulatory approval.
On. Nov 27, the solar farm passed the last major reg-
ulatory hurdle in the public regulatory review process,
when the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC), the pri-
mary provincial utilities regulator, granted it a power
plant approval and a connection order.
While the project is being funded by Capital Power,
Solar Krafte will continue to be involved for the life of
the system, said company president Mark Burgert.
“That’s what we do with everything we’ve built,”
he said. “Where the capital comes from and how the
ownership is allocated is really irrespective of how we
build a reputation and how passionate we are about
everything we build.”
Construction on the project will start in 2021, with
an expected date of completion in 2022, according to
information on Capital Power’s website. But for several
months already, the procurement of some of the key
elements for construction has been underway, said Bur-
gert.
The project has most of its permitting complete, but
still requires some electrical permits.
“They come very late in the game,” he said. “But aside
from those, everything is permitted here.”
The companies will also be working to ensure all
conditions set by the town’s development permit are
met.
All construction work for the project will be contract-
ed. Some of the companies used will perform general
construction tasks, such as driving piles, that are not
Shining bright
specific to the solar industry, while others will perform
Jennifer Mamer (l-r) and Dave Fraser, volunteers with the Strathmore’s Celebration
of Lights on the event’s opening night, on Dec. 1. The park will be open from 6 to 9
more specialist tasks, explained Burgert. “It’s a hybrid p.m., seven days a week, with Santa stopping by on Saturday.
approach.”
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Town holds holiday COVID-19 assessment site

decorating contest
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
To make this holiday season a little
brighter, the Town of Strathmore is chal-
lenging residents to channel their inner
Clark Griswald by decorating their home or
business with electric cheer.
The town’s Christmas Decorating Contest
can be entered online by posting photos of
homes and businesses on Facebook, using
the hashtag #StrathmoreDecorates2020.
“This is a great way for the community to
come together using a virtual platform to
celebrate the holidays, while still remaining
cautious of COVID-19,” said Mayor Pat Fule.
The contest runs from Nov. 27 to Dec. 20.
Judging will take place on Dec. 21 and 22,
and the winners will be announced on Dec.
23. Prizes are available and the most deco-
rated neighbourhood wins a block party in
2021.
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AHS NEWS RELEASE
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
has opened a COVID-19 assess-
ment site in Chestermere.
The Chestermere assessment
site at 288 Kinniburgh Boule-
vard is for those with COVID-19
symptoms or those who are
close contacts of a confirmed
COVID-19 case.
This service is for booked
appointments only. Appoint-
ments can be scheduled online
on the AHS website at www.
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Resident recognized for volunteering Hon. Leela Sharon Aheer,

MLA
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Chestermere-Strathmore

A Strathmore resident has been rec- STRATHMORE OFFICE:

ognized for her extensive efforts volun-
teering for the community.
Marlys Lein was nominated for the
2020 Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards,
a yearly award given to volunteers who
have made a large impact on their com-
munity. While Lein was not ultimately
selected as an award finalist, her impres-
sive contributions were recognized by
a certificate and letter from Leela Sha-
ron Aheer, Alberta’s Minister of Culture,
Multiculturalism and Status of Women.
A resident of Strathmore for over 40
years, Lein has contributed to numer-
ous organizations in town. One of her
current efforts is volunteering with the
Strathmore Pickleball Club, which was
founded in 2015 after the hosting of the
Alberta 55+ Summer Games.
Lein’s work with the club, including
organizing playing venues, purchasing
equipment, booking instructors and
helping players has helped it to grow,
said Louise Bleier, a volunteer with the
organization. “We started literally from
nothing and we’re over 100 members
now.”
Lein was also instrumental in helping
to plan for the possible construction of
permanent, dedicated pickleball courts
and to repair the town’s existing courts,
added Bleier, who wrote the nomina-
tion.
“She’s volunteered hundreds and hun-
dreds of hours over the past 40 years,
and it’s improved the quality of life in
our community,” said Bleier. “Her initia-
tive and leadership are incredible.”
By working with the club, Lein said
she was “just promoting a game I re-
ally love … trying to get all different
people exposed to it,” she said, adding
she hopes the club’s membership con-
tinues to grow, especially from among
the town’s seniors. While matches are
sidelined by the COVID-19 pandemic
for now, membership is $35 and avail-
able through the organization’s website,
strathmorepickleball.ca.
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR
Masks needed
To the Editor
How dare a (Strathmore town) council-
lor have the audacity, shamelessly talking
about the “rights” of the minority who do
not want to wear masks. All we hear is
about their rights being trampled. What
about the right to life, nothing less, of the
majority who follow the proper protocol?
Why are their rights not being considered?
I have never seen such selfishness and
self-centred people in my life. This is not a
matter of mere selfishness. It is a matter of
these naysayers murdering those around
them! Outrageous, callous and insulting.
Such people should really give their heads
a shake. The courts should pound these
individuals into merciless submission.
Brian W. Morgan
Calgary
Meetings by appointment
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Chestermere.Strathmore@
assembly.ab.ca
MAILING ADDRESS:
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Strathmore, AB
T1P 0H3
Marlys Lein was nominated for a 2020 Stars of Alberta Volunteer award for
her extensive work in the community, including with the Strathmore Pick-
leball Club and work as president of the Regional Victim Services Society.
Sean Feagan Photo
Lein also serves as president of Strathmore Regional Victim
Services Society, which provides 24-hour crisis response to
victims of crime and tragedy, and is in her sixth year vol-
unteering with the organization. Lein helps the organization
continually move forward, said Linda Stead, treasurer.
“She always steps forward and does what she can for us,”
said Stead. “She’s a hard worker and when she takes some-
thing on, she gets it done.”
NOTICE
LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER
The quarter section SE 16-28-23-W4, located 2-1/2 miles east from
the junction of Highway 21 and Highway 9 within Kneehill County is
offered for sale by sealed tender.
The quarter contains approximately 155.8 acres of cultivated land.
The remainder is native grass and surface lease. The quarter is
subject to two (2) surface leases (approximately 4.2 acres in total)
which will generate $5,800 in revenue for 2021.
The sales of this parcel is subject to the following terms and
conditions:
1. A tender package contained and outlining the process for
submitting a sealed tender bid can be obtained by contacting
the Sellers lawyer, Schell Hardy Jones LLP, at the email
address or address below.
2. Sellers make no warranties or representations about the size
measurement, condition or environmental status of the parcel
other than set out in the tender.
3. Tender price shall be excluding GST.
4. Tenders will be received by the lawyer noted in accordance
with the terms and conditions of the tender package.
5. The purchaser will receive funds pro rata for 2021 lease
payments, if said lease payments are made to the Sellers
before the transfer of land.
6. Property taxes are to be adjusted pro rata as of closing date.
7. The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted.
The Sellers reserve the right to reject any and all tenders
or any reason in the Seller’s sole and unfettered discretion or
to accept any tender considered by the Sellers to be in the
Seller’s best interest. The Sellers are not obligated to provide
any reason for rejection of a tender.
8. To obtain a tender package, please contact lawyer noted
below. All tenders must include full name of tenderer, address,
phone number and email address.
SCHNELL HARDY JONES LLP
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#504, 4909 - 49 Street
Red Deer, Alberta T4N 1V1
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Email: evan@schnell-law.com

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Ag society sprouts tree sponsorship program

they just want to appreciate,” he said.
Some of the people who will be rec-
ognized will be those who have played
SEAN FEAGAN Residents and groups can recognize or commemorate indi- a role in developing the agricultural so-
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
viduals in the community by sponsoring the planting of rows ciety and the Strathmore Stampede, he
of Brandon elm trees at the ag grounds, to be called the Row said. But the program is open to anyone.
The Strathmore and District Agricultural Society has started of Honour. The cost of sponsoring each tree is
a new tree sponsorship program that will see dozens of com- The trees will help beautify the area, said Ryan Schmidt, $1,000, which covers the cost of the
memorative elm trees added to its grounds. general manager and CEO of Strathmore and District Agri- tree, and its planting and lifetime main-
BBB SERVING SOUTHERN ALBERTA AND EAST KOOTENAY PRESENTS
cultural Society. “Brandon elms are long-lived trees that grow tenance. Eagle Lake Nurseries is provid-
very tall with a lovely canopy; they will really transform the ing the trees at cost, which typically re-
As holiday shopping fairs go
virtual, scammers cash in Pass the Salt
look of our grounds.”
Brandon elm are cultivars of American elm (Ulmus amer-
icana) but are more upright. They grow to about 49 feet (15
tail for about $600, and the planting and
maintenance is also being provided at
cost by local arborists.
metres) at maturity, live for about 80 years or more, and have “That makes it all possible for that
IN ALL
wide THINGS GIVE PRAISE
environmental the ground;growing
tolerances, including the house in
was dry con- price,” said Schmidt.
I know we are living
ditions and urban areas. in such partially unroofed; the henhouse
different times and it’s easy to
The planting is being planned in two
The idea was proposed by Dalehad blown away, and dead
Johnson, a local arborist, be- phases, with trees being planted in the
point out everything that is going chickens were scattered about.
cause he had some people he wanted to honour, said Schmidt. inner grounds in the first phase and at
wrong and criticize those Destruction and devastation
“We talked about it and decided it would be a great idea to put the grounds’ entrance in the second. A
around us. were everywhere.
forward,
I want toas we know
encourage youthere’s
to find lotsWhile
of heroes around here that
standing dazed, evaluating few trees have already been planted,
The holiday shopping season is upon us. With the pandemic, many local in-person events, such as
popup holiday markets or craft fairs, have moved online. Scammers are creating phony copycat
deserve recognition.”
something positive to be thankful the mess and wondering about thanks to Johnson. The next plantings
events that charge for admission and steal your credit card information. Each
for andsponsor
praise God will
for select
in everya person they wish
the future, to ahonour,
he heard stirring and will happen in the spring, but the pro-
How the Scam Works:
You hear that your city’s annual holiday market or another shopping event will be held virtually
a tree will be planted
circumstance and every day. with an accompanying post and
in the lumber pile that was the plaque ject will be open for multiple years.
this year. You search for it online and find a social media post or event page. Besides moving
online, one other big thing is different this year. The event, which has been free in the past, is now
requiring a paid ticket. You enter your credit card number and personal information, such as full
to We
commemorate
can’t give up orthem.
give in remains of the henhouse. A The trees in the inner grounds will
name and address. “So, it could
no matter what webe are
someone
going thatrooster
has passed awayupand
was climbing has a
through line either side of the walkway between
Unfortunately, the “ticket” is a scam! The event information you found was posted by scammers
and not affiliated with the real holiday market. Con artists are creating fake event pages, social
posts, and emails to confuse attendees into sharing their credit card information.
tree planted
through. Godin their
still memory, or the
has blessings someone who
debris, and he is stillstop
didn’t with us the admission building and the grand-
In another twist on this scam, some virtual holiday markets have a website or social media page
where vendors can post photos of their products and links to their websites. Be careful here too!
beyond belief for us and we climbing until he had mounted stands. “You’ll be walking down a path
Some consumers reported to BBB that they the clicked the links provided, thinking they lead to an
online shop. Instead, the sites downloaded malware. need to rise up and grab a the highest board in the pile. between these rows of trees with the
Tips to avoid holiday event scams hold of that. That old rooster was dripping canopy above you – it will be beautiful.”
Is there an admission fee?
Visit the event’s website to see if you need to purchase an admission ticket for the virtual event. If not, watch for
It’s a proven fact that when wet, and most of his feathers
scammers trying to claim otherwise. If this happens, message the event coordinator to help prevent other virtual
attendees from being scammed. we begin to give thanks and were blown away. But as the
Research vendors and the host. sing praises, it releases good sun came over the eastern
horizon, he flappedUnit D,
If the event is unfamiliar to you, research the host and list of vendors ahead of time. While virtually browsing
from booth to booth, make sure you are only clicking on the links provided. If you are unsure if a shop is
legitimate do an online search for that vendor’s store rather than follow the link provided.
endorphins into our brains, his bony
Use a credit card.
When making any purchases, use your credit card. This way if anything gets charged that wasn’t supposed to
which brings healing into our 202 Canal Court,
wings and proudly crowed.
bodies and our minds. That old, wet, bare rooster
be, you can file a claim with your credit card company.
Keep your receipts. A man named Samuel Scull
Strathmore, AB
could still crow when he saw
Make note of all of your purchases and save your receipts. If you have a question about a product or need to
make a return, you will have the vendor’s information readily available.
settled on a farm in Arizona the morning sun. And like that
Know the return policy.
Before making a purchase, ask the vendor what their return policy is so you will not run into issues after the
holidays.
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In-person services and gatherings are
cancelled until further notice.
Online services available at
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The office will be open part time.
HARVEST HEALING CENTRE CHURCH
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HOPE COMMUNITY
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245 Brent Blvd, Strathmore • 403-934-2424
Pastor: Heidi Wiebe
In person services have resumed
Preschool cancelled.
Online services available.
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403-934-2641
Pastor: Fr. Tomy Manjaly
Masses: Saturday 5 pm | Sunday 10 am
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All services cancelled until further notice.
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STRATHMORE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH
50 Maplewood Drive • 403-934-2225
Senior Pastor: Rev. Les Fischer
Youth Pastor: Rev. Kyle Lomenda
All services and gatherings are
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The project will be like Solar Krafte’s
two existing plants near Vauxhall, Alta.,
but there may be some subtle differ-
ences, he said. “The modules, invert-
ers or substructure can change slight-
ly, depending on everything from the
geotech and solar conditions, to any
site-specific conditions that come into
play.”
There could also be differences be-
cause of costs, as supply chain dynam-
ics affect module pricing between sev-
eral providers, noted Burgert.
“But, fundamentally, it’s the same sys-
tem,” he said.
Burgert anticipates the lease with the
Town of Strathmore for the project site
will commence soon.
The project is slated to have a signifi-
cant economic impact to Strathmore, as
it will provide economic diversification
and revenue from the lease and proper-
ty taxes, said Doug Lagore, Strathmore
CAO.
“We’re very pleased the AUC has giv-
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also create recognition for the commu-
nity across Alberta.”
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Chamber launching Rediscover Local campaign
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
The Strathmore Wheat-
land Chamber of Commerce
(SWCC) is launching a new
campaign to encourage peo-
ple to support local busi-
nesses this holiday season.
The campaign, called Re-
discover Local: Home for
Christmas, will encourage
people to visit both retail-
ers, restaurants and other
local businesses, instead of
their big box counterparts.
“We all know that every-
body’s been hit super hard,
so we wanted to figure out a
way to give back,” said Hay-
ley Poirier, SWCC chair.
As part of the campaign,
visitors to SWCC member
businesses will receive a
free shopping bag and a
card. On the card is a place
to mark each time that
person visits a participat-
ing business, much like a
rewards program at some
ice cream or coffee shops.
If they support any partici-
pating businesses 10 times
and have the marked card
to prove it, they will be eli-
gible to enter a draw for gift
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cards that will be given out
throughout December.
“It’s that whole idea of en-
couraging recurrent shop-
ping experiences for peo-
ple,” said Poirier.
A list of all participating
businesses will be provid-
ed, but Poirier recommends
people follow SWCC’s social
media to learn more about
the campaign. Currently,
there are about 50 business-
es in the Strathmore area
on the list, but the chamber
is working to expand that
number and include more
businesses into Wheatland
County.
“A big focus of ours is en-
suring Wheatland County is
included as much as pos-
sible,” said Shawn Kisling,
SWCC executive director,
who added the chamber is
planning a Zoom call with
CAOs and mayors of some
of the county’s villages to
expand the reach of the
campaign. “It’s a filter effect,
where once we get these
players bought into it, then
the businesses all fall in
line,” he said.
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Hayley Poirier and Shawn Kisling, the chair and executive director, respec-
tively, of the Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce (SWCC), which
is starting Rediscover Local: Home for Christmas, an iniative to encourage
people to support local businesses this December.
paign will continue into the
spring and summer to help
keep businesses supported
into the new year, said Poiri-
er. But with new COVID-19
public health measures re-
cently enacted that could
disproportionately affect
small businesses, the cam-
paign comes at a time when
help is needed most.
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“These measures that have
been put in place, including
reducing capacity to 25 per
cent, are going to make these
store owners even more vul-
nerable,” said Poirier. “But if
you can convince moms to
take their kids shopping at
our small businesses instead
of the mall, Hallelujah! –
let’s do that instead.”
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Contest ends Dec. 15 at noon.
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Take a picture beside your most unique and
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Physical
Distancing
6 feet
Town of Strathmore Community Page
For more information on COVID-19 visit our trusted sources at
www.AlbertaHealthServices.ca and www.Alberta.ca
For local COVID-19 information: Strathmore.ca/COVID19
Upcoming Council Meetings
Watch Council meetings live, or view past recordings at:
https://www.youtube.com/user/TOStrathmore
The final Regular Meeting of Council will take place December 2, 2020
at 7:00pm. Meetings will start again in the New Year with Committee of
the Whole on January 13, 9:00am and a Regular Meeting of Council on
January 20, 7:00pm.
Christmas Decorating Contest!
Hey Strathmore! We are hosting a Christmas Decorating contest for residents
and businesses within the Town of Strathmore. The contest runs from
November 27 to December 20, 2020. Judging will take place on December
21 and 22, 2020 and winners will be announced on December 23rd, 2020.
The contest can be entered by posting photos of homes and businesses on
Facebook and using #StrathmoreDecorates2020 .
“The Town of Strathmore has planned a community wide Christmas
Decorating contest. This is a great way for the community to come together
using a virtual platform to celebrate the holidays, while still remaining
cautious of COVID-19,” - Mayor Pat Fule.
For contest rules visit: strathmore.ca/ChristmasContest
Town of Strathmore Building Move Shut Down
On December 17 and 18 our IT Team will move our servers and other equipment
to the new Strathmore Municipal building. This requires a shutdown of our
internal network, phone system, and other systems. Our staff will not have
access to email service or direct lines. Residents can contact our main number
at 403-934-3133 if necessary.
The Strathmore.ca will be active, but our PerfectMind, MyStrathmore, Citizen
Communication Forms, and CityWorks programs will not be available to
residents. Our recreation facilities will remain open, but all bookings must me
made prior to 4:30pm December 16 . Emergency services will not be affected.
Our Municipal Offices will be closed to residents during these two days. Please
make all arrangements to schedule appointments, bill payments etc., before
Dec 17. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience
and understanding.
680 Westchester Road, Strathmore AB, T1P 1J6 . 403 934 3133 .
Physical
Distancing
2 meters
Town of Strathmore: Notice of Increase to the
Franchise Fee on Natural Gas Billings
The Town of Strathmore is proposing to increase the natural gas distribution
franchise fee which it charges ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd., for the exclusive
right to deliver natural gas to the residents of the Town of Strathmore and for
use of municipal lands for its natural gas lines. The franchise fee applies to all
customers that receive gas services in the MUNICIPALITY; and is required to be
billed as a separate charge on gas billings.
The current franchise fee is set at 29.6 % for ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd.,
delivery revenues and will increase to 35% effective April 1, 2021. For an average
residential customer using 115 GJ’s per year, this will result in an annual increase
of about $26.90 from the average paid in 2020. The franchise fee currently
accounts for approximately $147.46 of the average annual bill.
For questions or concerns please contact:
Jennifer Sawatzky
Director Strategic and Administrative Services
680 Westchester Road Strathmore T1P 1J1
403-934-3133
Fax 403-934-4713
jsawatzky@strathmore.ca
2020 Tax Payment Notice:
If you wish to enroll in the Tax Instalment Payment Plan (TIPP) for 2021 and
are not currently on the payment plan the Town requires your application by
December 15, 2020. In accordance with the Town Bylaw 11-23, all 2020
taxes that have not been paid by January 4, 2021, will receive a 4% penalty
which will be applied to the 2020 outstanding tax balance on January 5,
2021.
Please note: If you are currently on the Tax Instalment Payment Plan
Town of Strathmore
(TIPP) program remember that any remaining amount outstanding on your
2020 taxes was withdrawn on December 1, 2020.
Family & Community Support Services (FCSS)
2021 Call for
Grant Applications
Application Deadline is December 23, 2020
FCSS Grants Support Projects that:
Enhances the social well-being of individuals, families and community
•
through prevention, early intervention and community engagement
• Responds to community & social issues through partnerships and
collaboration
• Addresses the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action
• Promotes Inclusivity and diversity
All applicants must contact FCSS at fcss@strathmore.ca to discuss the intent of
their application and review eligibility requirements in order to proceed with the
funding process.
Strathmore FCSS
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School boards adjusting
to new health measures
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
Some Strathmore and area students
have returned to at-home learning.
Under new provincial rules, students
in Grades 7-12 returned to at-home
learning on Nov. 30, while students
from kindergarten through Grade 6
will continue attending school in per-
son for the time being.
The changes were announced on
Nov. 24, alongside several other pub-
lic health measures aimed to address
increasing COVID-19 case numbers
across the province.
Golden Hills School Division (GHSD)
anticipated a possible shift away from
the classroom, and prepared accord-
ingly, said superintendent Bevan Dav-
erne.
“Now it’s just a question of getting
the details worked out and making
sure the students have what they need,
for a really smooth transition on Mon-
day,” he said on Nov. 27.
Daverne said he appreciates the sup-
port of parents throughout the pan-
demic and hopes the new policies sup-
ports them.
“Part of the rationale for K to six
staying in school is a continued sup-
port for parents who need to attend to
work in or out of the house,” he said.
“Our junior (and) senior high students
are a little more independent and are
able to manage potentially without a
parent in the household.”
Following the two-week holiday
break, all students, from kindergarten
through Grade 12, will have a week of
at-home coursework from Jan. 4 to 8.
Then, as per the current plan, all stu-
dents will return to physical school the
following week, on Jan. 11.
The week of at-home learning pro-
vides an isolation period for students
who may have met with family and
friends over the holidays.
“Then if we return to school, we
potentially avoid some of the disrup-
tion that positive cases and (subse-
quent) isolation might cause within
the schools,” said Daverne.
rus.
“About a quarter of the work that we
would normally do in school is what
was being managed at home,” he said.
“But this time, we will be covering
everything at home that we would at
school.”
In the spring, as part of Alberta Edu-
cation’s mandate, marks were not af-
fected by the shutdown, and students
who were on track to pass before the
shutdown would pass. But now, stu-
dents will be expected to do the work
associated with their course load and
will be assessed on that work, through
marks and evaluation.
“It all counts this time,” said Dav-
erne.
There will be a stronger link be-
tween students and the school this
time around as well.
“We’re going to have stronger virtual
connections,” he said. “Students will
hear from their teacher (and) connect
with their teacher, doing what would
be normally done in their scheduled
class time.”
For students with Christ the Re-
deemer (CTR) Catholic Schools, class
will be live-streamed, with students
going from online meeting to online
meeting (on Zoom or Google Meets),
instead of classroom to classroom, said
superintendent Scott Morrison.
CTR staff have gained expertise
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ter 150 teachers volunteered to pilot
livestream teaching to start this year.
Strathmore RCMP are reminding
“We’ve gained incredible knowl- residents to Lock-It or Lost-It
edge about the dos and don’ts of live following several thefts
streaming and the technology, and from vehicles.
how to support the teachers in doing
it,” he said. “We’ve learned a lot and we - Locking your vehicle doors is a
feel quite prepared.” quick and simple way to help
Both school boards have invested prevent this crime.
into technological materials and infra- - Hide loose change inside the
structure. For example, CTR has used vehicle where it can’t easily be seen
provincial and federal funding to pur-
and take all items of any value with
chase 500 new Chromebooks last year,
and plans to do the same this year, you when leaving your car.
said Morrison. - Never leave your vehicle
Also, five full-time information tech- running unattended.
nology (IT) positions are employed by
CTR. Strathmore RCMP ask residents to
“They offer direct support; we’ve got help do their part by ensuring their
a hotline for parents if they’re having property is properly locked.
technological difficulties,” he said. “We
also have online guides for parents
and students on how to use both live 1-800-222-TIPS
streaming and Google classroom, the
web-based system we use to organize (1-800-222-8477)
documents.”
GHSD and CTR have worked togeth-
er to meet the challenges of the pan-
demic and the changing response to it,
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But given the changing nature of
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Helping small business and getting the economy back on track
MARTIN SHIELDS
Member of Parliament Bow River Riding
As you know, we’ve seen the renew-
al of some pandemic lockdown mea-
sures recently. There’s been a lot in
the news, and I wanted to share some
of the things we have been debating
in the House of Commons, as well as
what we’re doing to fight for business-
es and the economy during the lock-
downs.
The House of Commons continues to
be in session in a hybrid manner. This
means sometimes I am representing
you in-person in Ottawa, and some-
times I am joining debate virtually. I
prefer to be in Ottawa as much as a I
can, but we currently operate in week-
long shifts to limit the number of MPs
in the House of Commons at any one
time. Whether in our riding or in Ot-
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tawa, I am continuing to work on your
behalf and holding virtual meetings at
every opportunity.
We have been debating some con-
tentious legislation in the House, like
Bills C-6 and C-7. Further, as part
of my role on the Canadian Heritage
committee, we have been investigating
the pandemic’s impact on our sports
and cultural sectors. With fairs and
festivals shut down, the cultural indus-
try is hurting. And as we know, many
sports leagues aren’t able to operate in
a normal way. My colleagues and I are
committed to ensuring we don’t see
these vital parts of our community life
disappear.
One of the biggest issues my col-
leagues and I are fighting for is the
treatment of small and medium busi-
nesses. More than three weeks ago, the
House of Commons passed a Conser-
vative motion to pause Justin Trudeau’s
punishing audits on small and medium
businesses. And yet the Liberals have
completely ignored the democratic
will of Parliament and failed to stop
punitive audits on businesses strug-
gling to survive past Christmas, includ-
ing many in our riding.
These businesses are the backbone
of the Canadian economy, and the
owners, workers and customers of
these small businesses are our neigh-
bours and our friends. In towns and
villages across our riding, these busi-
nesses are the lifeblood of their com-
munity. There is no Canadian economy
without small and medium businesses.
It’s as simple as that. That’s why we are
fighting for businesses and entrepre-
neurs at every opportunity.
We are also pressing hard on rapid
testing and vaccine availability. Eleven
months after news about the spread of
COVID-19 emerged, after thousands of
lives and millions of jobs have been
lost, and hundreds of billions of dollars
has been added to the national debt,
the health and economy of our country
is much worse. We are in this position
because the government failed to give
Canadians the ability to rapidly and
frequently test for COVID-19; failed to
tell Canadians how they plan to deliver
a vaccine; and failed to be transparent
with Canadians about their plan to
deal with the pandemic.
We need to get this economy work-
ing again. Rapid testing and vaccina-
tion options are a key way that will
happen quickly. Widespread access to
rapid testing for all Canadians would
allow us to stop the spread of the virus
while allowing workers to go to their
jobs and for families to be reunited.
On vaccines, the reality is that Canada
is behind the U.S., U.K, the European
Union. That’s over 2.7 billion people
or one-third of the population of the
planet that is ahead of Canada for a
vaccine.
My Opposition colleagues and I are
working hard to make sure businesses
survive this lockdown, and that Ca-
nadians have access to the tests and
vaccines we need to get our economy
back on track.
As always, my Ottawa office can be
reached at martin.shields@parl.gc.ca.
My Brooks office can be reached at
403-793-6775 or martin.shields.c1@
parl.gc.ca, and my Strathmore office at
403-361-2980 or martin.shields.c1B@
parl.gc.ca. Please don’t hesitate to con-
tact me.
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Food drive at Brentwood
The École Brentwood Elementary School held a food drive from Nov. 23-27 in support of the Strath-
more Wheatland County Christmas Hamper. Katie (l-r) and Dominic, a couple of the Grade 6 leader-
ship students, showed off the pile of donations.
New COVID-19 restrictions enacted
SEAN FEAGAN
Local Journalism Initiative Reporter
On Nov. 24, the province declared a
state of public health emergency and
enacted new restrictions in response
to increasing numbers of COVID-19
cases through much of the province.
These steps, which place new re-
strictions on social gathering worship
services, businesses, schools and all
Albertans, were not taken lightly, said
Premier Jason Kenney, during the Nov.
24 press conference.
“I certainly didn’t go into public ser-
vice, nor did any of the people sitting
around our cabinet table, in order to
impose restrictions on how people
live their lives,” he said. “But we be-
lieve these are the minimum restric-
tions needed right now to safeguard
our healthcare system while avoiding
widespread damage to people’s liveli-
hoods.”
Not following these restrictions may
result in $1,000 fines per ticketed of-
fence and up to $100,000 by the courts,
according to a government of Alberta
news release.
Many of these mandatory public
health measures affect gatherings.
“Social gatherings are the biggest
problem,” said Kenney. “Many people
may think that a family dinner or get
together with friends is no big deal;
it’s just normal,” he said. “But it is the
key reason why COVID-19 is winning.
These gatherings in the home contin-
ued to be the largest source of trans-
mission, and so they must stop now.”
No indoor social gatherings (of
people from separate households) are
being permitted in any setting, includ-
ing private homes, public spaces or
workplaces. The exception to this is
that people who live alone can have
two non-household contacts. Outdoor
gatherings are limited to a maximum
of 10 people. These must not have an
indoor component, such as a backyard
gathering requiring movement into
and out of homes.
Weddings and funerals may have up
to 10 participants, including officiants.
This restriction applies to any facility
and regardless of whether services are
held indoors or outdoors, or whether
seated or unseated. Receptions are not
permitted. Festivals and events are
banned outright.
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EFFECTIVE WANTED WANTED

DEAD OR ALIVE
IMMEDIATELY: DEAD OR ALIVE

WID WILL BE OPEN Canadian Prairie Pickers Canadian Prairie Pickers

BY APPOINTMENT are once again touring the area! are once again touring the area!
ONLY Paying Cash For Coin Collections, Paying Cash For Coin Collections,
Please call Silver & Gold Coins, Silver & Gold Coins,
403-934-3542 to book Royal Can. Mint Sets. Royal Can. Mint Sets.
your appointment. Also Buying Gold Jewelry Also Buying Gold Jewelry

WID accepts payment by

mail, online banking or by
$
$ $ We purchase rolls, bags
or boxes of silver coins $
$ $
$
$ $ We purchase rolls, bags
or boxes of silver coins $
$ $
cheque at our front door PAYING HIGHEST PRICES PAYING HIGHEST PRICES
drop box.
To arrange a free, discrete in-home visit To arrange a free, discrete in-home visit
Thank you for your support. call Kellie at 1-778-257-8647 call Kellie at 1-778-257-8647
Bonded since 1967 Bonded since 1967
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TIMES
CLASSIFIEDS
RENTALS
QUIET CRYSTAL RIDGE COVE:
Upper floor, 2 BDRM Apt.
W/D. NP/NS. $900/mo +
$900 S.D. Utilities not incl.
Call 403-934-4769.
QUAINT MODULAR HOME
NEAR STRATHMORE.
$1,100/mo + SD Incl. elec. &
gas, 4 appl. Single preferred.
Avail. & term negotiable. Call
403-934-5678.
GET YOUR
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PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY
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hunting $74,900. Call Doug APPLIANCE REPAIR SPECIALIST Member of Parliament
at 306-716-2671.
SERVICING MOST
MAKES AND MODELS Strathmore Office:
RENTALS
129, 2nd Ave, Box 2070
CHINOOK III. 1 bdrm or 2
bdrm. ½ month rent free
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with a six month lease. Heat
Red Seal Journeyman
& water included. No pets.
Please call for availability.
403-324-8750 STRATHMORE’S Phone: 403-361-2980 / fax: 403-361-2989
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Upcoming Meetings Wheatland County

Assessment Review Board
Until further notice, Council and committee meetings
will be held via teleconference, including: Wheatland County Assessment Review Board (ARB) is
an independent and impartial tribunal that hears and
December 8: MPC Meeting adjudicates formal complaints against the assessments of
any property, business or local improvement in Wheatland
December 15: Council Meeting County. Candidates must have good analytical skills, the
Dec. 25-Jan. 1: Christmas Closure ability to be fair and open-minded, and a capacity to work
collaboratively with stakeholders, the General Chair, other
651955
YEARS
- 2020 Agenda packages can be found on our website.
ARB members and staff.
If you require more information, please contact the
Please be advised, that the Wheatland County Administration Office re-opened to the public on July 6, 2020. Wheatland County Assessment Review Board Clerk, Cindy
In adherence with Alberta Health Services’ recommendations, front office staff will limit the number of visitors in Ramsay, at (403) 934-3321. Please forward letters of interest
the front lobby to upkeep the health and safety of everyone in the building. Office hours will remain the same, to cindy.ramsay@wheatlandcounty.ca prior to December 15,
Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. until 4:30 p.m., with the exception of statutory holidays. The Public Works and ASB
2020.
shops will remain closed to the public for the foreseeable future.

County Land Available For Lease

Wheatland County has approximately 40 acres within S 13-22-23-4 available for a 5 year term cropping lease, starting
in 2021.

Sealed tenders, labelled “Lease within S 13-22-23-4” may be submitted by registered mail, courier, or hand delivered
not later than 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday December 9, 2020 to: Lease Area –
approximately 40
Wheatland County acres
#242006 RR #243
Hwy #1, RR #1
Strathmore, AB T1P 1J6
Attn: Robin Glasier, Land Agent, RWP

Faxed and emailed tenders will not be accepted. Tenders will be publicly opened Wednesday December 9, 2020 at
1:45 p.m.

Inquiries may be directed to Robin Glasier, Land Agent, RWP, at 403-361-2015 or robin.glasier@wheatlandcounty.ca.

COVID-19

Careers with Wheatland County HELP SLOW THE SPREAD

Wheatland County is seeking a: Here’s how you can help slow the spread of COVID-19:
• IT Support Technician
Apply before December 11 ☑ Avoid touching your face ☑ Cover coughs and sneezes
☑ Self isolate if feeling sick ☑ Practice physical distancing
For more information and to review other current postings ☑ Properly wash hands often ☑ Disinfect frequently touched
items and surfaces
visit www.wheatlandcounty.ca/careers/
Latest updates at alberta.ca/COVID19

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