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Bitter divisions stemming from the NDP’s controver-

sial decision to dole out sizable raises at a time whenunemployment and wage cuts are on the rise in Strath-more and province-wide, prompted reconsideration ofthe issue and proved the Opposition effective against amajority government.

Seven NDP officials serving on the 11-member Stand-ing Committee on Legislative Offices, recently exercisedtheir majority vote by giving the thumbs up on a 7.25per cent pay raise for all senior independent officers ofthe legislature. The committee furthermore approvedfunding for a jaunt to Boston to attend the 2015 CO-GEL Conference on Government Ethics. However, theapproved motion was met with outcry from oppositionmembers, forcing the issue back before the committeelater this week.

“This is a perfect example of how opposition is sup-posed to work, when the government rams through a

huge pay increase for senior bureaucrats at an entirelyinappropriate time and did so in a closed, non-publicmeeting without any notice to the opposition,” saidStrathmore-Brooks Wildrose MLA Derek Fildebrandt,

who does not serve on the committee.“Our members on the committee did not need a direc-

tive of the leaders’ office to know that at a time when Albertans are losing jobs or taking pay cuts to stay afloatand small businesses are hurting, it’s inappropriate togive government employees that kind of a raise. TheNDP government seems to be disconnected from the re-ality where folks in the private sector are left to blowin the wind but that government employees are entirelyshielded from the circumstances we find ourselves in. Idon’t think that’s fair.” A Calgary and Area Labour Market report for April

to June, released by the Alberta government, revealedan increase in the unemployment rate to 5.6 per cent;

up 0.6 per cent from the previous quarter. According tothe report, Calgary’s unemployment rate is predicted toclimb steadily to 6.2 per cent in two years’ time. Whilestatistics are unavailable in Strathmore, over 360 localresidents visited the McBride Career Group last month.

“We’re seeing a lot more people in our office … andpeople are frustrated,” said Michelle Fox-Salim, projectmanager with McBride Career Group.

“They’re used to a certain salary and unfortunatelythey’re not going to get what they were making in oiland gas for the jobs they are looking for now.”

During the 2015 Municipal Census, 259 residents wereable to work but unemployed. The struggle was reflectedacross the province, where the number of unemployedcitizens increased by 14,300 people for a total of 138,200in the second quarter.

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When town council amended the Land Use Bylaw to addprotective emergency services as a permitted use to a myr-iad of other districts, it sanctioned more flexibility to townstaff while paving the road to possibly house a fire hall inthe Lakewood Meadows community.

By amending the definition of protective emergency services within the bylaw, the services that include police sta-tions, fire halls, and ambulances are not only allowed inthe district of Central Business, the CHWY Highway Com-mercial, the P1 Public Service, and the M1 Light Industrial, but also in residential districts including Single DetachedResidential Districts, various low, medium, and high densitydistricts, districts accommodating mobile homes. Although these emergency protective services are normal-

ly found outside of residential areas, the change in regula-

tion would allow for the future creation of street-front policestations and small-scale fire halls – a possible solution toStrathmore’s 10-minute response problem.

“It’s become fairly common in many communities… of building store-front police stations temporary or perma-

nent fire halls in residential areas typically in a single familyhouse with an oversize garage,” said Werner Fischer, directorof planning and development for the town of Strathmore.

“In an ideal world, in a perfect world, this would’ve beenflagged at the area structure plan stage. Even more prefer-able we would do the zoning and the subdivision applica-tion concurrently so we don’t have those kind of questions where the line exactly is. The situation that we have in Lake- wood Meadows, we have a lot that looks like it can accom-modate a residence with a fire hall in it and that’s why we’re bringing it forward. Everybody wants a fire hall, they justdon’t want to live next to one.” Although Lakewood Meadows already contains a subdi-

vision, Fischer said he believes the situation is being ad-dressed early enough in the process to be successful. Whilehe addressed the issue to council on Sept. 16, he mentionedmore flexibility will be required in the future regarding re-laxations on a case-by-case basis.

With the absence of Councillor Brad Walls, council unani-mously approved Bylaw 15-22 to amend the definition ofProtective Emergency Services in the Land Use Bylaw andadd the services as a permitted use to districts R1, R1N, R2,R2X, R3, MHP, MHS, C1, and M2 on Sept. 16.

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VOLUNTEERS REQUIREDThe following Committee of The Town of Strathmorerequires volunteers to serve either a one year or two

year term:

• Names Advisory Committee

The Names Advisory Committee reviews applications

submitted in regard to the naming of new subdivisions,

streets, parks, and municipal buildings, making

recommendations to Council for approval. Time

commitment example: 2 after hours meetings

scheduled in 2012, ½ hr to 1 hour in length and 1

meeting in 2013, 1 meeting in 2014.

If you are interested in serving your community as

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VOLUNTEER DRIVERS REQUIREDStrathmore FCSS Needs You. We are looking for

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SUPPLEMENTARY TAX NOTICESThe 2015 Supplementary Tax Notices will be sent out

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TOWN OF STRATHMORENOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PERMITS

The following application(s) for development have

been approved by the Town of Strathmore, subject to

the right of appeal to the Subdivision and Development

Appeal Board:Application: 15D-238

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The files as noted above can be viewed at the Town

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2015. Appeals must be in writing, accompanied by the

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Brentwood School’s Grade 4-6 musi-cal students got the unique experienceof making the connection of how mu-sic, science and technology are linked.

“This will help the students makecross curriculum connections andthey will be able to discuss what theydid with others,” said teacher CarolynSteeves. “I think this is great!”

Facilitators from the National Mu-sic Centre based in Calgary came tothe school on Sept. 18 and presentedfour workshops, and students rotatedthrough each one.

In the guitar science unit, studentslooked at a familiar instrument and itsseparate parts, noting how the strings’construction and tension on the string

interact with the body of the guitar tocreate sound. Differences in the typesof guitar music were also explored.

In the building a theremin unit, stu-dents built an electronic device thatproduces sound without the playertouching the device. Clips, speakers,amplifiers, conductive play-doe andcircuits all connect to give students andunderstanding of how circuits work. Air power workshops students try

out wind instruments and learn aboutresonance, frequency of sound waves,timbre and pitch. The different soundtravelling down cones or cylindersand the way vibration happens is all

learned.Chris Austman of the National Mu-sic Centre handed out hand held techunits and student saw how iPods, voice, objects and electronic instru-ments work. Techno sound samplingand looping is used in things like beat boxes and syntho-music that is oftenheard in nightclubs. Students learnedhow pitch, repetition and rhythm orga-nize sound into music.

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Taking intoconsideration theprovince’s eco-nomic situationand concernsraised by mem-

bers of the Wil-drose Party andProgressive Con-servatives, whomake up the re-maining four seatson the committee,NDP MLA andChair of the Stand-ing Committeeon Legislative Of-fices Denise Wol-

lard announced,on Sept. 24, thatthe issue will be

brought back be-fore the commit-tee.

Economy affects Strathmore’s employed

FestivalreturnsNumerous residents and art-

ists participated in Strath-

more’s annual Arts and

Sounds Festival on Sept. 26.

Singer/entertainer GraydonPease entertained the crowd

at the rodeo grounds with his

rendition of “New York, NewYork.” Local artisan and art

instructor Cassandra Torger-son doing an acrylic painting.

Manny Everett Photos

Brentwood Elementary students were favoured

with a visit by facilitators from the National Music

Centre based in Calgary, at their school on Sept.18, to link music with science and technology.

Chad Schroter-Gillespie from the National Music

Centre gave Brentwood students a lesson in how

sound is generated from a guitar.

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While Wollard was unavailablefor comment atpress time, she is-sued a statementaddressing thesituation.

“With regard tothe compensationof Officers of Leg-islature, in con-sideration of thechallenges facing

Alberta familiesand our economyand concerns val-idly raised by theOpposition, anddespite what has

been the stan-dard practice of

this committeeabout compensa-tion since 2008,I will be callingthis committee

back together inthe coming weekto reconsider thisdecision. Regard-ing the 2015 CO-GEL Conferenceon GovernmentEthics, we believeit is important that

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Federal election candidates spokeout about their responsibilities if cho-sen to represent the Bow River riding

and discussed their roles if elected as aMember of Parliament.

Federal

election

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Fahed KhalidDemocratic

Advancement Party

of CanadaBy being elected MP

one has to realize thatone is a public servant.

The salary is paid for by the taxpayers who have elected you, therefore youare accountable to them. If one doesnot have this as their foundation, thenaccountability goes out the window. That is why candidates make promis-es and do not always deliver becausethere is no accountability. Also whathappens if a MP votes a certain waythe constituents do not agree with?Thisis another issue of accountability andtax payers should question how much

thought is given to accountability bythe other parties and what recoursetax payers have to hold parties and theelected MP accountable!

I see my role as being a public servant and representing the voters whohave elected me. I should be held ac-countable for the promises I make andthe decisions I take. I work and pay mytaxes just like the tax payers that will

be voting for me and I am not look-ing to ride the gravy train as the say-ing goes for the typical politician. I am just like the regular taxpayer; thereforeI will do what is in the best interest ofthe taxpayers in my riding. I will alsofollow through on the promises that Imake. Sounds great now how do tax-payers hold me accountable? Well un-like most parties, the DAPC has recallin its constitution. This means that I can be recalled from my position if I am

not fulfilling the promises I made and voting in way that is not beneficial tothe taxpayers. This sounds trivial and would be expected of any MP, however with no accountability, the recoursethe taxpayers can take it very limited which is the case in the current politi-cal system today with most parties andcandidates. There are responsibilities that are

important too. Responsibilities includeidentifying, raising and addressing is-sues. I can do this myself as most MPsdo when elected. However a more ef-ficient and effective way would be do-ing this together with the constituentsand hearing their voices too. This willallow for all issues and items to be ad-dressed. This will be done by engagingand making me available to the constit-uents. Unlike most MPs who are seenevery four years during election time

only, I will hold regular open housesand will travel to the communities andthe constituents so we can work to-gether at a grassroots level to discussand address the issues.

Frans

VandeStroetChristian Heritage Party(CHP Canada) A small miracle needs

to take place to getelected as the MP of asmall party in our not so democraticfirst-past-the-post electoral system.

However, if elected, I will represent ALL Bow River constituents in Otta- wa to the best of my ability. I would want to play an active role in the pro-life caucus in Ottawa. Better accessto export markets for our agriculturalindustries and for the oil and gas sec-tor would be something I work on. An-other item I would want to focus on isreal environmental protection, fightingreal pollution, instead of wasting ourtime on vague problems like climatechange. Democratic reform would behigh on my agenda! The CHP is in favour of a more democratic system of(mixed) proportional representation.Last but not least, it’s also high timefor real changes in our immigration

system. Many farmers in Western Can-ada and also other businesses like the beef processing plant in Brooks havea hard time to find qualified labour. After endless reforms in our immigra-tion system, it’s still a nightmare to hirequalified foreign workers. Somethingneeds to change here, skilled workersshould be the main focus of our im-migration program. However, the CHPis not in favour of unlimited immigra-tion. Some foreign cultures are incom-patible with our Western culture. Justlook at the Muslim ghettos around cit-ies like Paris with zero integration tak-ing place, rather the opposite, danger-ous segregation. This is slowly turning

into a disaster for Europe, and if wedon’t watch out, also for North Ameri-ca! Some of today’s immigrants are notlike the immigrants that built North America in the past. Some immigrantsare simply not able and/or willing tointegrate into our society. We need to become more selective in the countries where we source our immigrants from! That has nothing to do with racism, itis common sense policy! In all casesCanada should play a big role in help-ing to mitigate the refugee crises inthis world, with a major focus on im-proving living conditions in the areas where these people come from.

Canada Federal Election 2015

BOW RIVER RIDINGCANDIDATE FORUM

The Strathmore Times, with the support of the Town of

Strathmore, Rocky’s Bakery and the Strathmore & DistrictAgricultural Society, is hosting a forum for the candidates

of the Bow River Riding Strathmore Civic Centre • 7 pm

located at 120 Brent Boulevard.

The forum will be moderated by Herb McLane.

Residents of the Bow River Riding are invited to attend

the forum and submit generic questions that will be askedby the moderator to ALL of the candidates. There will be

a formal opportunity to ask each candidate questions

one-on-one after the forum has concluded.

Coffee and snacks will be provided.

Candidates running for the Bow River Riding are:

Martin Shields (Conservative Party),

Rita Fromholt (Green Party), William MacDonald Alexander

(Liberal Party), Lynn MacWilliam (New Democratic Party),

Frans VandeStroet (Christian Heritage Party) and

Fahed Khalid (Democratic Advancement Party).

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Martin ShieldsConservative Partyof Canada

My role as your MP is as compli-cated as it is simple - to act as anadvocate and ambassador for thepeople, businesses, industries andenvironment of the Bow River Rid-

ing. To be your voice at the tables that matter toour families and businesses. I will make it myresponsibility to ensure that these unique voices

are heard in Ottawa. If a decision is being madethat will affect our lifestyle or livelihoods, I will be involved in that decision.

Whether the topic be the economy, environ-ment, immigration, security or infrastructure, are-elected Conservative government will continueto provide stability and growth for our communi-ties. My role will to be to ensure the your mes-sage is delivered, your issues are heard and our

riding prospers under a strong Conservative gov-ernment.

William MacDonald

AlexanderLiberal Party

My role as an elected MP is tolisten to the concerns of constitu-ents and to ensure that legislation being tabled addresses those concerns. But mostimportantly I must make myself available to re-solve issues constituents have in the riding and work to make the voices of Bow River residents

heard in Ottawa. Ultimately I am the representa-tive of Bow River and will wok my hardest to haveour concerns addressed. A Liberal government is committed to opening

up Parliament and giving its members the abilityto have more free votes and the ability to makedecisions based on what’s best for the riding andits constituents, rather than what is most advan-tageous politically at the time. This commitmentto a more open government will ensure that theconstituents of Bow River have a strong voice inParliament.

Green Party candidate Rita Fromholt was not available for comment as of press time.

Lynn MacWilliamNDP As the Member of Parliament for

the federal riding of Bow River, I will work for my constituents. I worked for a lot of MPs and Ilearned from the best how to be agood constituent MP.

I will ensure that I have good staff to help con-stituents work their way through the red tapeof government. I will meet with constituents totalk about federal issues and my role in dealing with them. I will hold town-hall meetings to talkabout what’s happening in Ottawa.

It is important that MPs work with communi-ties, and organizations and groups within thosecommunities, to help and advise them of pro-grams that may be available for their use to pro-

mote and grow.In Ottawa, I will do my duty and represent the

riding of Bow River to the best of my ability. I will ensure that issues of concern to constituentsare brought to the forefront. If I find there arechanges needed to legislation, I will bring thatforward. As a Member of Parliament in Ottawa, there are

duties to attend to. Not only in the House ofCommons during question period and debates, but on committees to review legislation.

With all the scandals in Ottawa, I will promise

you that I will not abuse my position. I will beopen and transparent with your tax dollars.

If I am elected as the Member of Parliament forBow River, I promise to listen to my constituentsand work with them to make life better. I am agood listener and a hard worker.

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Strathmore Fami-ly Centre on Sept.

27.

Justin Seward

Photo

Novice

hockey

fun

Times TIDBITS

Did You Know?

The flower for the

month of October

is the calendula.

Another name for

calendula is the pot

marigold.

They are easy to

grow and popular

in gardens. Colors

range from paleyellow to deep

orange.

The calendula

symbolizes sorrow

or sympathy.


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SHARON MCLEAY

Times Contributor

The term ‘working dog’ usually appliesto stock or rescue dogs, but there is a spe-cial category that applies to dogs trainedto assist handicapped people cope withtasks of daily life.

Local farmer Mel Foat suddenly lost hissight and was fortunate enough to quick-ly gain his yellow lab named Walker,through the Lions Foundation of CanadaDog Guides organization.

Since 1983, the Lions Foundation ofCanada has provided specially traineddog guides to over 2,150 people in Can-ada. The training and breeding facilitiesare located in Ottawa. They provide guidedogs for visually impaired, hearing im-paired, physically disabled, epileptic, au-tistic and diabetes 1 patients.

Foat said that his application was re-

ferred to the foundation in July, and arepresentative from the foundation cameout and interviewed him to ensure hissuitability.

“Its almost a similar process to adoptinga child,” said Foat. They measured his walking pace and

height for the harness, and they began to

look for a dog whose demeanor would bea match for Foat.

In January, Foat flew down to Ontarioto begin his training at the complex andlikened the process to going to camp. There were a number of people with

special needs at the complex, all training with their dog companions. The appli-cants slept and ate at the complex and thedogs eventually stayed in the rooms, aspart of the bonding process. Foat said they

were responsible for walking and feedingtheir canine partners. They were requiredto maneuver through an obstacle course.

The teams were eventually taken into thecity to practice their learned skills.

Partners sign a contract to retain thedog and it is valid for eight years, so thedogs are essentially on loan. During thattime, the foundation does periodic fol-low-up to ensure the dog is being caredfor appropriately. After the eight years,

the dogs can be adopted by the partners.Foat has been giving motivational

speaking engagements and promotes theorganization in his work. He said that

Walker has become a celebrity in thecommunity.

“The community looks out for us andmany of the children recognize Walker

when we are out,” said Foat. “This has be-come a passion for me and in a way givenme a new purpose in life.”

For more information and opportuni-ties to donate, check out their website(www.guidedogs.com).

Canine partnership enhances quality of life

Walker is a trained guide dog provid-

ed to Mel Foat, who qualified under

the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog

Guides, which provides trained dogsto assist handicapped individuals.

Sharon McLeay Photo

Adult Drop In VolleyballDrop in adult volleyball. Wednesdaynights 7:30-9:30 at Crowther JuniorHigh School. Contact info 403-934-4963.AL-ANON: Are you concerned oraffected by someone’s drinking?Strathmore New Hope Al-anon Fam-ily Group can help. Meetings everyThursday at 8:00pm @ Lord of AllLutheran Church. 112 Lakeside Bou-levard. (Entrance at back) For moreinformation call our 24 hour help lineat 403-266-5850.Alcoholics Anonymous MeetingsStrathmore – open meetings MON-DAY 8:0 0 P.M. at Hope CommunityChurch, call 403-901-9666 or 403-901-4570. Strathmore Full GospelChurch -TUESDAYS at 8:00P.M.,

call 403-901-6816. THURSDAYS8:00P.M. at Full Gospel Church, call403-361-9396. SUNDAY 2:00 P.M. atStrathmore United Church, call 403-934-9570. If drinking is a problem,please come to a meeting or call anyof the numbers just to talk.Alcoholics Anonymous Langdon Meeting 8:00pm Friday nights. 23Center Street North Langdon. Con-tact Karen 403-612-2622.Cheadle Lions ClubDrop off your pennies or change offat the Civic Centre. “All proceedsraised goes toward local projects.”Chestermere and area Chil-dren (& Families) with Type 1DiabetesOur Goal is to create a group of ma-ture, responsible members where weopen our own homes as Safe Placesfor Diabetic Children to go to if ever

in Diabetic Distress. Join the Face-book group for more information.Come Fly With Us903 Royal Canadian Air Cadet Sqn.meet Wednesdays at 6:30pm at theblue building and Quonset on theAg grounds. Boys & Girls between12 & 19 years welcome. Call TammyAnderson at 403-901-5395 for moreinformation.Community Futures Wild RoseIn partnership with ‘The BusinessLink’Attend valuable, low-cost learningsessions for small business ownersin Strathmore. Phone: 403-934-8888for info & to register.Crown Jewels of Canada SocietyLadies, looking for fun? Friendship?

Join the Crown Jewels of Canada So-ciety, Strathmore Chapter – Damesof Whine and Roses. Meeting 1stThursday of the month at LambertVillage at 10:00am. Call Jean at 403-934-6761 for further info.Free Tree for all New Born BabiesRegister to commemorate your birthso a tree can be planted with the Chi-nook Credit Union Birth Forest inStrathmore. Registration Forms areavailable at the Town ofce, ChinookCredit Union and Health Unit. (ACommunities in Bloom Project)

Go Green UpcyclingThursdays 10 a.m. to noon at HopeBridges Studio 104 3rd Ave Strath-more, and every third Wednesdayfrom 7-9pm; at Parent Link in Strath-more, Hopebridges.caHIV EdmontonProviding support, education and ad-vocacy for those infected with, affect-ed by or at risk of HIV and AIDS for25 years. Go to www.hivedmonton.com or call toll free 1.877.388.5742.HAPPY GANG 55+ Society 85 Lakeside Blvd. Phone 403 934 2676.Fall & Winter Activities: Mornings:Mon/ Wed/ Fri/ Men’s Pool 9:00am,Yoga 10:00amTues/Thurs. Walking10:00am. Afternoons 1:30pm Mon.Line Dancing; Tues. Rummikube,Whist. Wed. Bridge, Mah Jong; Thurs.

Canasta, Darts; Fri. Crib; Hall RentalsChristine (403) 901-1574.The Healing Rooms at HarvestHealing Centre Church is openevery Monday from 7-9 PM for prayerand healing. The Healing Room atHarvest Healing Centre Church, 102Canal Road Strathmore. For info call403-901-0893 or 401-800-3171. Joinus for Spirit lled prayer and healingevery Monday Night.Hope Bridges Society forCreative & Continued LearningAdvocating for, and bringing togetheradult citizens of all abilities for mean-ingful relationships, friendships, & op-portunities through the Arts. BoardMeetings are monthly TBD. Publicinvited. Please contact Wanda at 403-983-3640, or 403-901-5081 (Cell)for further information, events or tobe added to friends/contact.There

are many other workshops includingknitting, crocheting, photographytips and zentangle. Visit our website:www.hopebridges.ca.Job Search SupportResume Development, Cover letterdevelopment. Call to register 403-934-4305. At the McBride CareerGroup ofce.Meals on Wheels Available in Strathmore. For informa-tion or to obtain this service call 403-324-0655.Sewing/Quilting Workshops The 2nd and 4th Thursday of ev-ery month at 7pm. We meet at theStrathmore Ag Grounds, Red Quon-set. New Members welcome. Con-tact Laurie at 901-0088 or Wendy901-3756.Royal Canadian Legion

For information regarding hall rentals,darts and crib, Please call 403.934.5119Senior Drop-in CurlingThere is Senior’s Curling Mon, Wedand Fri starting at 1.00pm to 3.00pm.No experience required. All Seniorswelcome.Seventh-day Adventist Church Meeting in the Lord of All LutheranChurch at 112 Lakeside Blvd,Strath-more. Saturday morning @ 10:00 AM.Pastor Ghena Girleanu, phone 403-983-0081.

Sing Your High NoteEach Tuesday at 1:15 to 2:30 pm Janu-ary 13, - June 30, 2015. Located at thePhysio Wing at the Hospital - BrentBlvd Strathmore.Strathmore Baptist Church MeetingSundays @ 11am and Thursdays @7pm, Call Pastor David Blankenshipfor info 403-390-4431.Strathmore Country Gardens Club Meetings at least once per month. Formore information visit www.strath-morecountrygardensclub.webs.comor phone Linda Pekrul 403-901-0017.Strathmore & DistrictAgricultural Societywww.Strathmorestampede.com, [email protected]. Ofce 403.934.5811, Fax403.901.0299, Facebook: StrathmoreStampede Twitter: Strathmore Rodeo

Strathmore & DistrictChamber of CommerceMeets the second Thursday of themonth @ 7:00 p.m. All members wel-come. www.strathmoredistrictcham-ber.com for meeting location. For moreinformation call 403-901-3175.Strathmore District HealthServices AuxiliaryMeetings are held the fourth Mondayof the month @ 1:30 pm (excluding

July & August). Lower level Confer-ence Room at the Strathmore Hos-pital. New members welcome. Formore info please call 403-934-4436Strathmore Elks Lodge #491 Meets 3rd Tuesday at the StrathmoreCurling Club 6:30 pm. Steak Supperat 7 pm. New Members welcome.Call Greg 403-888-6155.Strathmore Full Gospel Church We’re a Pentecostal bible-based fam-

ily church that has something for allages. Call 934-2225 or visit www.strathmorefullgospel.comStrathmore Fun Runners Car Club Meets the rst Wednesday of themonth. New members welcome!Please call Todd at 403-934-0558 orShawn at 403-901-9303 for info.Strathmore FASD Parent SupportGroup At the Strathmore United Church.For more info call Pam @652-4776.Strathmore Homeschool Families

Any Strathmore and area familes thatare homeschooling are invited to joinour Yahoo Group. www.groups.ya-hoo.com/group/strathmorehsfamsStrathmore Hand in HandParent Link FREE programming to kids 0-6 andtheir caregivers! Check the Town

of Strathmore website Communi-ty Events section for programs andtimes. Located at 421-2nd St, acrossfrom Paragon Pharmacy. 690-1237.Strathmore Library•Get Your Game On @ StrathmoreLibrary (1-4pm) Held the every 2ndand 4th Friday of the month, 7-9pm.• Lego in the Library @ StrathmoreLibrary (10:30am – 12:00pm) Held the3rd Saturday of the month.• Crafternoon @Strathmore Library(4-5pm) Weekly on Mondays begin-ning Sept. 15.

• Baby Goose Rhyme Time runs week-ly on Mondays from 10:30am-11:30am.At the Strathmore Library. Designedfor parents/caregivers and child ages0-12mos.Strathmore Lions ClubMeets the rst and third Thursdays at theStrathmore Civic Centre at 6:45 pm.Strathmore Musical Arts SocietyLove music and musicians and have aspecial soft spot for the Blues? Be apart of this group. Call 403-934-4196or 403-680 -7721 to get on our phoneor email list, and notications aboutmeetings and upcoming events.Strathmore Parent & Tot PlaygroupMeets every Tuesday at 9:30 - 11:30am. in the Strathmore United ChurchBasement.Strathmore Masonic Lodge #53

Meets the rst Monday of each Monthat 7:30 p.m. Call Glen at 403-901-6038.Website: www.strathmore53.comStrathmore Regional VictimServices Society (SRVSS)SRVSS is looking for men and womeninterested in becoming front line victimadvocates to provide support, informa-tion and referrals to victims of crimeor tragedy. If you are interested in vol-unteering please contact the ProgramCoordinator at the Strathmore RCMPDetachment at (403) 934-6552. Web-site: www.strathmoreregionalvictim-services.comStrathmore Writer’s GroupMeets once a month at the library.Adult writers share their writing, getand give feedback, and participate inwriting exercises. Contact Samanthaat [email protected]. Michaels & All Angels Anglican

Currently at interim location: 245 BrentBlvd. (North Door) 403-934-3017. Sun-day Morning Worship 10:00am.Storytime at StrathmoreMunicipal LibraryTuesday 10:30am-11:30am and Fri-days 2pm-3pm. Join the library forFREE weekly storytimes!Sunday School for All AgesLord of All Lutheran Church offersChristian Education opportunitiesfor ages 3 years to adult, on SundayMornings. For more informationplease call Margo Sevick 403-901-2044 or call the Church Ofce at403-934-2374.Wheatland County Food BankSocietyFood applications accepted at (403)324-4335 Monday through Thursday12pm to 4pm or through the website

at: www.wheatlandfoodbank.com.Wheatland Rural Crime WatchMeetings are the 3rd Thursday of eachMonth. Featuring guest speakers. Formore information call 403-934-4055.Youth Club of StrathmoreProvides youth (6-17yrs) with affordable,barrier free programs that build positiverelationships, develop self-esteem andpromote personal skills. Includes a home-work program offered Monday to Fridayfrom 3pm-6pm. Call the Youth Clubfor further info 403-934-4918 or www.youthclubofstrathmore.ca.

Children’s Wish Foundation AnnualJelly Bean Dance, Friday October16th from 6-8:30 p.m. at the

Strathmore Civic Centre. ChildrenGrade 6 and under welcome, Grade2 and under must be with an adult.Halloween costumes optional.

The Standard Municipal LibraryInvites you to join in at our 27th

annual Ham & Oyster SupperFundraiser & Silent Auction. This eventwill be held on Friday, October 9th,2015, from 5 – 7 pm. All proceeds will

go to the library. Thank you for yoursupport.

The 14th Annual Strathmore RuralFirefghters’ Association Roaring20’s Ladies Night Fundraiser at theStrathmore Civic Centre on October

17th, 2015. Looking for donations!Contact Ninette Maga 403-934-9439.There will be rafes, silent auctions,

door prizes, centrepieces, etc. Tix

available at ProWater and Lil’ Hoots.

Adults! Connect with art this fall…Hope Bridges (www.hopebridges.ca ) welcomes you!Projects include:

· Painted ted Quilt Bees · New – The Zentangle CommunityProjectWorkshops: · Go Green Upcycling – Every

Thursday morning at Hope BridgesSociety· New – “Autumn Trails” Mixed Media – Joan Packham – Nov. 14 at the

Strathmore Municipal Library· Sing & Play Your High Note –Tuesdays weekly – StrathmoreHospital Physio Wing

· Portrait Photography – KenzieKettenbach – Strathmore Nov. 7 andRosebud Nov. 21.· New – Hand Built Pottery –Charlene Hart – Nov. 25 and Dec. 9,

location to be determined.· Go Green Upcycling – Parent Link –Every third Wednesday 4:30 p.m. until6:30 p.m.

• Our 10th Annual Artists Among UsGala October 22nd

What’s Happening a free weeklycommunity calendar special events

Do you have a not-for-prot event

you would like to feature?

Have you updated your event?

Phone 403-934-5589, or email your

changes to: [email protected].


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~ Thank You! ~How do you say thank you to so many people? How do you say thank you to a whole community who has shown a familyhow much love and respect they have for Jerry, a husband, a father and

grandfather, with their words and acts of kindness .... from the flowers, to

the hugs, to the food gifts, to the visits, to the cards and money gifts (KingEdward) and from everyone else and the continuing hugs.

To the Honorary Pall bearers David Cuthbert, Jack Oldham, Wally Freeman,

Cory Forsyth, and Rene Phillips, to the Honour Guard Strathmore FireDepartment, our family thanks you for your strength and loving support.

Love you all.

To Bas Owel of the Strathmore Fire Department and Strathmore MayorMichael Ell ... we thank you so very much for the words you spoke about

the different times in Jerry’s life and the role he played in the community

he called home and loved dearly.To Mykel Ostertag “Jerry’s Grandson” ... thank you “Jackson”! Opa was so

proud of you Mykel, Nattie his “Lady bug” and Nikki our newest grand-

daughter. He loved you so very much. You all are a tribute to what love isall about.

To Gerald, Robert, Sandi and Allen ... thank you for the picture tribute. Dad

would have loved it while saying “you should not have done that.” He wasso very proud and love you very much.

To Mykel, Nicole and Natasha ... thanks for t he beautiful memorial cards. A

perfect tribute to Opa l.To Our Scouting Family ... thank you for the flags of honour and for the

Oggie of Respect for a Fellow Scouter who has gone home.

To Jake and Patti Wagler ... thank you for doing the music for the service.Beautifully done.

To the Strathmore Times, Mario and staff ... thank you for the wonderful

write up in memory of Jerry and your continuing support. He loved workingwith you very much.

To Assist Business Centre ... thank you for printing the memorial cards so

quickly for us. Couldn’t have asked for anything better.To the Ladies of my Meditation Group ... thank you for all your help the day

of the service and your continuing loving support.

To Strathmore Co-op ... thank you for helping with the lunch.To Wally and Linda ... thank you from the family and friends who came to

our home after the service for the lovely supper.

To Pastor Dawn ... thank you for your continuing loving support, words ofcomfort, for being a special part of our lives. The word “thank you” doesn’t

seem to express the gratitude of our feelings enough.

To Everyone, neighbors, friends, and family who has touch our lives during this part of our life journey, we thank you all very much for being there for

us.May the “Spirit of Christmas” be with you always

The Bizot Families

JOHN GODSMAN

Times Contributor

Ken’s paternal family originated inOdessa, Russia which is now part ofthe Ukraine. They moved to Canada in1903, leaving the old country with fourchildren, but unfortunately three ofthem died on their way here.

The sole survivor was Archie

Klaiber’s mother - Mary. Afterarriving in Alberta five morechildren were welcomed to thefamily. The family homestead-ed 10 miles south of MedicineHat, living in a dugout for three

years before moving to the cur-rent ranch, which is still oper-ated by a great-grandson. They

were honoured in 2006 for the100th Anniversary of the Seitzfamily homestead.

His maternal family originated in thesame area of Europe, moving to Cana-da in 1912. When I asked why the twofamilies came to this part of Canada, hereplied Canadian Government advertis-

ing along with CPR offers of ‘free’ land,indicated life would be much better thanthe life they were experiencing in theUkraine. But, after losing three childrenon their way here, they did wonder!

Ken was born in Medicine Hat in1937, the oldest of three children bornto Albert and Emma Seitz. He attendedthe original Eagle Butte School throughGrade 8, then joined his father workingon the ranch. Ken has one brother stilloperating the ranch in Eagle Butte andone sister living in Medicine Hat.

Bonnie’s family originated in SouthernEngland and her paternal grandparentsHarold and Frances Risdon moved toCanada in 1909, homesteading south ofStrathmore. Her maternal grandfather

Ernest Stoodley was born in SouthernEngland in 1882 and moved to Bismarck,South Dakota when he was 14 years old,and became an apprentice printer. Helater moved to Strathmore to homestead,and became one of the first printers atthe Strathmore Standard. Of note is thefact he had started homesteading in Bis-mark, but after visiting the Strathmorearea and purchasing land in Nightingale,he sold his original land in North Da-kota. Ernest married Millicent Greene,

whom he had met at Brighton Beach ona previous visit to England in 1913. Bon-nie’s grandmother was supposed to sailon the Titanic, but missed the sailing,and came the following year.

Bonnie was born in Calgary in 1946,to Ed and Hazel Risdon and lived fourmiles south of Strathmore, and was themiddle child to a brother and sister.

When Samuel Crowther School opened

REMEMBERING OUR ROOTS ~ Ken & Bonnie Seitz

in 1952, she was in the first Grade One class to attend, and she was also in the first class to graduate!

Ken moved to Strathmore in 1964, and purchased BillSadler’s place. He

and Bonnie met in the Spring of 1966, and were marriedlater that year. They have two children, Tracey who has her own consulting

business and Dallas who is an artist/lecturer in London, Eng-land. Tracey has given them three grandchildren.Bonnie worked for The Royal Bank of Canada in

Strathmore from 1966 to 1968, and in later years worked for Coldwell Agencies and Bumper toBumper. They ranched until 1997 when they sold the

cows, and along with their daughter Tracey andher family, built Oxbow Country Golf Course ontheir land. They sold the golf course in 2007 andretired.

Ken and Bonnie have always been involved withthe community: Ken joined Cheadle Lions in 1967,then transferred to Strathmore Lions in 1968 and

served in many positions including District Governor in 1980-81. He served as Chairman of the Council of Governors in1981-82, was a Founding Member of Strathmore Ag Societyand served as its first secretary. He served on the board of

Strathmore Golf Club for eight years, and also served for eight years with the Stockman’s Memorial Foundation in Cochrane.From 1987 to 1993, he served two terms on Wheatland CountyCouncil and School Board. He is currently Chairman of theBoard of the Courtyard Condominium Association.

Bonnie served on the board of the Strathmore Figure Skat-ing Club and was also a skating instructor for six years in sur-rounding communities. She was a member of the board for theStrathmore Curling Club, and a Founding Member as well asserving on the Board of Strathmore Lioness Club.

Ken and Bonnie both enjoy traveling, glass work and golfingas hobbies. They love their life here in Strathmore, but love

their winters in Yuma more!

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LET US NOT WAITIt is very true that tragedy bringsa community together. As we allwatched and waited and prayed afew weeks ago, hoping that in themidst of a tragedy, the life of littleHailey would be preserved and shewould be found safe, a clear realityemerged. Crisis … tragedy, brings acommunity together.As people gathered for a candlelightvigil, only to be devastated by the tragic news the RCMP had to deliver, the heart of a community was evi-dent. The people of Blairmore might

be shaken but they will stand to-gether, person by person, agency byagency, and they will come through this event that right now seems toohard to believe or understand.The questions, the fears, the sorrowwill be vast and will last long, but they will stand together and thecommunity will continue.Why is it that it takes a tragedy for acommunity to come together? Whycan’t we make it our community goal to rise and stand together, all the time?When God created the world, hebuilt in something called “commu-nity.”It means that we care for oneanother. We watch out for the needsand we celebrate the successes.It means that we make people our

priority and we look beyond ourown little corners, striving to make adifference.It will take a long time for any of us

to forget the drama and the angerand disbelief we have felt, as wehave listened to news reports, andprayed and waited and wondered.But rather than letting it go and notallowing it to make a difference,maybe we can give a bit of meaning to the tragedy by taking note andmaking a difference because ofit. Let us remember and be moved to stand together as a community,every day.We are seeing people strugglingfrom day to day right now, withneeds, with emotions, with struggles.

Let’s stand with one another, andease those burdens as a community,however we can. Let’s uphold fami-lies, and agencies that are striving tosupport one another. Let’s gather tocelebrate the blessings and resourc-es we have.Let’s not wait for a tragedy! Let’sstand together and be the kind ofcommunity that God intended, con-cerned for the wellbeing of all, andwilling to stand together and makeour community the best that wecan be, known for the very love andcompassion we show to one another,all the time.John 13:34-35 (NIV)34 “A new command I give you: Loveone another. As I have loved you, soyou must love one another. 35 By thiseveryone will know that you are my

disciples, if you love one another.”

Pastor Dawn

Lord of All Lutheran Church

Pass the Salt

BOW RIVER ALLIANCE CHURCH

105 Main St. Carseland

403-934-9337

[email protected]: Andy Wiebe

Sunday Worship: 10:30 am

www.bowriveralliance.com

RCCG PECULIAR PEOPLE ASSEMBLY

(1 PET. 2:9)

115A – 3rd Avenue, Strathmore

403-667-7832

Pastor: Dunmoye Lawal Sunday Worship: 10:30 am

Thursday Bible Study: 7 pm

Friday (Prayer Meeting): 7 pmwww.rccgstrathmore.com

STRATHMORE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH

50 Maplewood Drive • 403-934-2225

Senior Pastor: Rev. Les Fischer Youth Pastor: Kyle Lomenda

New Office Hours:

9 am - 4 pm • Tues - Wed - ThurWorship Service: 10:30 am

Children’s Church & Nursery in Service

Extending Grace - igniting hopewww.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 amChristian Education

For All - Ages 3-103

Sunday at 9:30 amJoin us in Praising our Lord, Jesus Christ!

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 AMwww.strathmoreadventist.ca

HARVEST HEALING CENTRE CHURCH

102 Canal Gardens

403-901-0893 / 403-880-3171

Pastor: Elizabeth Karp Worship Sundays 10:30 am

Healing Room Monday 7-9 pm

Now available at The Seed (our book nook)Living Books and Products

phone: 403-619-9279

Come Join us for a spirit-filled time

of worship

SACRED HEART CATHOLIC

Holy Cross Collegiate School Gym

709B - 2nd Street, Strathmore

403-934-2641Pastor: 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 TrailTransitional Pastor: Jim Hathaway 9:30 am Sunday School for All Ages

11:00 am Worship Service

www.strathmorealliance.com

STRATHMORE UNITED

Wheatland Trail & 3rd Avenue403-934-3025

Rev. Pamela Scott Sunday Worship 10:30 am

Babysitting ProvidedWheel Chair Accessible

Loop system for the hearing impaired


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Thought for

the Week

~

We do not

get tempted

by that

which

repulses us.

By Irene Knappe, Secretary / PR / Membership

Strathmore Legion Branch #10 NEWS

PLEASE NOTE:

• BINGO: Every Wednesday night!!! Open to all!

• Don’t forget to get your 2016 MEMBERSHIP CARDS: Available at the bar

• JAN’S ANNUAL THANKSGIVING TURKEY DINNER / BUFFET!!!!!

o Sunday, October 11th o Cocktails: 4 – 5 p.m.

o Dinner: 5 – 7 p.m.

o Tickets in advance: $12.00 o Tickets at the door: $15.00

• Next Executive Meeting: Tuesday, October 13th, at 7:00 p.m.

• LADIES AUXILIARY BREAKFAST: Sunday, Oct. 18th , from 9 - 11 a.m.

Everyone is welcome!• LADIES AUXILIARY HARVEST DINNER: Saturday, October 24th

o More information to come!

• Next General Meeting: Tuesday, October 27th, at 7:30 p.m.

DON’T FORGET TO PUT YOUR

NAMES DOWN FOR THE

POPPY CAMPAIGN WHICH

BEGINS ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER

30TH, 2015. CHECK THE

SCHEDULES FOR AVAILABLE

TIMES. THANK YOU!!!!!

DID YOU KNOW? Read more about

the Legion and its story.

For further information, please call the Legion at 403.934.5119

We need your continued support! Come join us at the Legion! BE A VOLUNTEER!!

SHARON MCLEAY

Times Contributor

If you have had an uniden-tified person from Microsoftcall to tell you your comput-er has a virus, or someonesaying that Canada Revenue

wants to prosecute unless

you pay up (unless you re-ally do have to pay up), orreceived an email that Unit-

ed Nations Secretary GeneralBan Ki-moon wants to give

you millions of dollars, youmight be prey for a scam.

Every time you open youremail or pick up your phone,there is the chance that it issomeone with a scam wait-ing to take your money

“If it sounds too good to be true, it is,” said WheatlandPeace officer Kris Permann.

Defeat the scams“People are out there tryingto take your money, so we

want to give you as much in-formation as we can to keep

you safe.” At the Seniors Power sym-

posium held at Hope Churchin Strathmore on Sept. 11,Permann gave some good in-

formation about those whoscam and good protectionmethods to use against them.

Permann highlighted the various types of scams that were directed at the pub-lic as well as seniors thatincluded telephone, creditcard, email, door-to-door, IDtheft, lottery scams and con-tractor fraud.

He said according to theCanadian Anti-fraud Associa-tion, over $75 million dollars

was lost to scams in Canadain 2014. We as Canadians are gen-

erally polite, but Permannreassured the audience thathanging up on the caller,non-reply to that email, notletting that door knocker inand being suspicious of any-one asking for money arecompletely OK.

Permann said reputableagencies wouldn’t ask forprepaid cards, leave messag-es for money on the phone,or share your information

with others.He said if you are unsure,

do your research and ask foridentification.

In the recent grandsoncalling for emergency bail-out money scam, where anunknown person pretends to

be a family member placedin jail or stranded overseas,listeners need to ask ques-tions only the child wouldknow and talking to othersin the family for verificationcould catch the culprits.

Credit card scams can bethwarted by protecting yourcards and by calling yourcredit card company. If yoususpect misuse after lookingclosely at your bills, cancelthe card, and never give outpins, passwords or identify-ing information. Shreddingfinancial statements, bill-ing, and things with addressnumbers will keep garbagecan thieves from getting con-fidential information.

Cell phone calls and open

Wi-Fi services can also be hacked.Change computer passwords often anddon’t use the same password or easilydetermined passwords for your com-puter and security software.

High-pressure sales where a deal ex-pires the same day should be ignored.

A reputable business will let you thinkabout purchases.

“Provincial laws protect you againstquick sales measures,” said Permann.

Check out your rights as a purchas-er. Check out if the businesses you are

dealing with are listed with the Bet-ter Business Bureau, or are licensed in your area.

Door -to -door salesmen pose haz-ards, so he suggests not letting themin the house. Often thieves will use theopportunity to case a residence for alater break-in. Don’t answer if there ismore than one person at the door youdo not know. Be aware or document

your belongings, so you can know ifanything goes missing.

Lottery scams utilize pop-ups oncomputers, and the community only

benefits from lotteries sold in the prov-ince. Crosscheck with agencies, to findout if there is a draw being held beforeparting with cash.

Some scammers are using routing de- vices to post familiar telephone numbers on residents’ call back answeringservices, so they will pickup.

Permann said the no-call lists often just work for a short time, but if youare getting multiple calls make a noteof the caller and contact the CanadianRecording, Television and Communi-cation agency and make a complaint.

The www.nomorobo.com website is a blocking agency to eliminate calls.

Stay away from pyramid schemes thatclaim you can get rich quick becauseit is only the top tier that take awaythe big cash. Call the Alberta SecurityCommission or look at www.checkfirst.ca, to check out investments. They can-not advise you on investments, but theycan tell you about improper or illegalpractices.

Wheatland peace officer Kris Permann prepares for his talk to seniors on how to avoid

falling victim to scams.Sharon McLeay Photo

Enjoying an outdoor film Aimee Barefoot and her daughter two-year-oldKarlee of Strathmore are digging in to a yummy

bag of popcorn during the drive in showing of

Inside Out at the Strathmore and District Agricul-

tural Society Grounds on Sept. 24.

Justin Seward Photo

Kaidens Journey through Brain CancerFrom the bottom of our hearts, we want to thank everyone who supported our little

boy that special night of September 12th, 2015 at the Cheadle Community Hall. Tatnight we saw the strength in numbers and love and we are absolutely honoured and stillfilled with emotion. Without a doubt, this has changed Kaiden`s and our lives forever.

A special thanks goes to Kaiden’s Great Aunt Kelley and Uncle Wayne Akister – thecoolest great aunt and uncle a little boy could ask for, Te Hayes Family and friends, the

Cheadle Lion`s club, Strathmore imes, our little lemonade girl Linsdey Koskimaki andeveryone else who contributed in any way to making that night such a success.

“With every day in every way, Kaiden is getting better and better”With love,

Eric, Ashley & our superhero Kaiden

Our Sincerest and Most Heartfelt Tanks

Angela and Max Dressler

Kaiden’s Grandma and GrandpaOn Saturday, September 12th, we were honored and privileged to attend an auction

fund raising event at the Cheadle Community Hall, graciously hosted by Wayne and

Kelley Akister. Te fund raiser was in support of our son Eric, daughter-in-law Ashleyand 2 year old gr andson, Kaiden Dressler who has been fighting brain cancer for the

past 6 months.We arrived in Cheadle on the Tursday prior to the event and attended the hall to

assist in the set up. Immediately, we were warmly welcomed and embraced by all whowere present and over the next 2 days, we were completely overwhelmed by everyone’skindness, caring, generosity, and most notably, the outpouring of love and support for

our little grandson.While we met and spoke with so many wonderful and kind-hearted people during

our time in Cheadle and Strathmore, there were a number with whom we shared a fewvery special moments and conversation, indicative of ever yone who were there. Here’s

the deal though and true to the wonderful men and women that they are – they soughtno recognition or acknowledgement. Rather, they were good folks doing the very good

things that all good folks do.o Kelley and Wayne Akister, Kaiden’s Great Auntie and Uncle – thank you from the

bottom of our hearts for everything. And to Mike, Cathy, Amanda and Robert Hayes –we didn’t know you 2 weeks ago but you are now part of our family (whether you like itor not). And then we met Chase Minor Ayers, this amazing young man who took the

week off work to do everything he could to make this all happen. Incredible.But it didn’t stop there. Our deepest and most profound thanks to essa Martin,

the MC and Janet Burns of Dreams and Celebrations whose beautiful decorations and

poignant, loving video made the evening so special; to Charlotte Satink – thank youfor sharing some wonderful conversation with us and for the most mind-blowing Jello

refreshments we’ve ever sampled; warmest thanks to Roma Catering for the sumptuousfeast; to all of the kind, loving and most generous individual and corporate donors –

thank you so much for your generosity and thoughtfulness. Your kindness keeps uslooking up.

One special thought though goes out to someone very sweet and very special. o ayoung lady who we now call our Little Lemonade Girl, Lindsey Koskimaki; please accept

a special thank you from Grandma and Grandpa Dressler. Bless you.And to all of the wonderful, generous and kind folks of Cheadle, Chestermere,

Strathmore, Langdon and the surrounding district, please accept our most sincere,

heartfelt thanks and appreciation for everything you have done. And thank you somuch for loving and caring for our Little LionHeart, Kaiden. We have been forever truly

touched and changed because of you. Angela and Max Dressler

Kaiden’s Grandma and GrandpaCranbrook, B.C.


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Strathmore Handi-Bus Association

After many months of reviewing the bookedhours, and days, to see which would be most ben-eficial to number one you, the client, and to theHandi-bus Association, it was finally decided atthe June meeting to run the Handi-bus hours simi-lar to most other Handibus organizations: Monday– Friday from 6 a.m - 6 p.m. with exceptions forappointments that were already booked. We gave this a trial run for the summer months

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Town of Strathmore, and the County of Wheatlandclients has been overwhelming and for that wethank you! There were 532 trips in July, and 424

trips in August. Out of the 956 trips, we had twocomplaints, and for that we are sorry. The Handi- bus Organization is always striving to improve itsoperations to work best for everyone, and to meeteveryone’s needs, while being fiscally responsible. With the summer hours proving to work so

well, until further notice, the operating hours forthe Handi-bus will remain Monday – Friday from6 a.m. – 6 p.m. with exceptions as deemed neces-sary.

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Times CORRECTION

The article ‘Life in a silent world comes alive’ in the Sept. 25 edition states that Strathmore’s Marigold Library is continuing to offer asecond round of sign language classes. However, it is the Strathmore Municipal Library that’s offering this service and not the Marigold

Library System. We apologize for any inconvenience that this may have caused.

MIRIAM OSTERMANN


Playing a pivotal role withinthe community, the StrathmoreMunicipal Library is utilizing lo-cal talent to offer a highly an-ticipated program while filling a

need within the town and prov-ing once more that the organiza-tion is not just about literature.

Starting next month, residents will have yet another resourceto take advantage of when thelibrary launches their Stitchin’

Time sewing classes for begin-ners. While the library staff had

been working on getting theprogram off the ground, interestand demand continued to steadi-ly grow.

“We have a great staff at thelibrary and they’re all filled withso many great talents and hob-

bies, so we just draw on thosetalents and those skills that our

staff have to create new pro-grams,” said Carmen Erison, as-sistant director of library servic-es at the Strathmore MunicipalLibrary.

“We’re very fortunate that wehave a seamstress on staff. So we

got this program together to helpamateur sewers to learn some ofthose little tips and tricks that

you just don’t quite know.”Ilke Schwartz, who is known

for her sewing skills and has been approached by communitymembers on numerous occa-sions, will be spearheading theprogram that will run every thirdSaturday of the month – with theexception of November. The program will require

participants to have their ownsewing machine and bring theirpreferred projects. While theaim of the program is focusedon helping residents tackle or-dinary scenarios, such as replac-ing a broken zipper or hemminga pair of jeans, the scope of theproject is broad. While Stitchin’ Time is just

one more program to add tothe library’s already vast list ofresources offered, it further so-

lidifies their impact on the com-munity – a hub that branches outto meet the needs of Strathmore.

“We really thrive to just helpthe community out, and some-times we see a need for thingsthat are different in the commu-

nity and we go for it,” said Car-men Erison, assistant director tolibrary services.

“Libraries aren’t just about books anymore. Libraries areabout being a community cen-tre where people come to learn.

They’re not just coming to a library to learn about books, theyare coming to the library to learnabout everything. Learn aboutlife; learn new skills; whateverthey can learn. If we can providea space for that in the communi-ty, then that’s a wonderful thing.” The library is also bringing

back Library Snapshot Day onOct. 15 that is held during Ca-nadian Library Month each year.

Although providing libraries theplatform to collect data to dem-onstrate the importance thatlibraries play within their com-munity, it is also a chance forthe community to gather at thelibrary and challenge each other

in some fun games.Stitchin’ Time, which is a free

program, begins on Oct. 17 from1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For more infor-mation on the library’s currentand upcoming new programs

visit www.strathmorelibrary.ca.

Library fills void by using local skills


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LAUREEN F. GUENTHER

Times Contributor

Early this year, Rosebud Centre of the Arts (RCA) launcheda campaign called The Harvest. Each dollar they received,up to a total of $250,000, would be matched by supportersLois and Richard Haskayne.

By the end of August, RCA had raised $150,000. Thenanother supporter made an offer.

“We (the donors and I) had a discussion over breakfast,and they surprised me with an offer to triple the rest of thecampaign,” said Adam Furfaro, RCA’s Executive Director.“These people really are online with our mission and our vision for transforming the students’ lives and transformingthe world through those students. They believe they caneffect change in the world by being involved in this essen-tially small group of artists and educators in Rosebud.” This new gift means every donation to any aspect of

Rosebud Centre of the Arts (RCA), given between now andthe end of 2015 to a maximum of $250,000, will be doubled by the Haskaynes, and tripled by this anonymous donor.

The double and triple donations will go into RCA’s oper-ating fund, Furfaro said, but in the end, all giving benefits

the students of Rosebud School of the Arts (RSA).“The students’ tuition does not cover the cost of their

education,” he said. “In this sense, the school is the centralfocus of this organization, and the theatre and the Mercan-tile support those efforts.”

Furfaro expressed his gratitude for those who’ve alreadydonated to The Harvest campaign.

“We’re just very thankful to all the people who believe inour mission,” he said. As of Sept. 27, The Harvest had raised $180,000. With

continued giving from new and established supporters,Furfaro trusts they’ll reach their goal of $250,000 in 2015,for a matched total of $600,000. Then, he said, they’ll find afun and creative way to celebrate. To speak to Furfaro, or Paul Muir, RSA’s Education Direc-

tor, about making a donation, call 1-403-677-2350. You canalso donate directly at their website (www.rosebudtheatre.com).

Donors triple gifts toRosebud Harvest campaign

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STARS opens doorsOver 1,300 people visited STARS Air Ambulance for their annual open

house on Sept. 26 in Calgary. The day included appearances by theSTARSbear, founder and former CEO Dr. Greg Powell, physicians, pilots,

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Times TIDBITS

The birthstones for October

are the tourmaline and the opal.Justin Seward Photo

Mrs. Plett’s and Mrs. Herriot’s Grade 2 West-mount Elementary students went on a His-tory Walk through Strathmore learning his-

torical facts about the town on Sept. 23. The

students stopped at the coal shoot in the

downtown area during the walk.

History Lesson

MANNY EVERETT

Times Contributor

It has been said that music is a uni- versal language. More and more wehear about the benefits of music inthings like healing, stress relief, boost-ing brain-power and memory. A lot goes into preparing for music

on an individual basis let alone pre-paring for a gym full of noisy kidsages 5-13.

Over a decade ago Carol McKay andBarb Gregory jointly began a musicprogram at Standard School, as wellas extending it to the Rockyford El-ementary School. Parents, grandpar-ents and community residents have

been delighted with their musical of-ferings twice a year. This past June thetwo ladies retired much to the dismayof everyone who has listened to orparticipated in their music over thelast 10 years.

McKay and Gregory introduced kidsto a variety of musical pieces fromclassical to modern day. The kids hadopportunities to learn Boomwhackers,lightweight, tuned percussion, hollowcolor-coded, plastic tubes tuned to

musical pitches by length, as well astriangles and clapping rhythms, just toname a few.

“Carol and Barb would be consid-ered ‘a team of angels’ who came toStandard School 12 years ago to giveit a new identity,” said Susan Moncks,a teacher at Standard School. “They

volunteered not only countless hoursof their time to our students, but gaveus their talents, encouragement andtheir hearts. They made all students

believe they could sing - an importantlife skill for us all. The performancesthey put together were polished andfun and brought in a packed crowdevery time. Their retirement brings anemptiness to our school, but is welldeserved for them.”

Principal Karen Smith agreed.“Standard School was extremely

fortunate to have Carol and Barb vol-unteer their time towards our musicprogram for many years,” said Smith.“Their passion for music and com-mitment to our students resulted in

years of outstanding performancesthat were always enjoyed and appre-ciated by the students, staff, parentsand community members. These twoladies made music come alive in our

building.”Going forward Mr.Ed Yu, a teacher

at Standard School is taking over theelementary music program, as part of

Musical angels hang up their haloshis teaching schedule. “I am humbledto follow in Barb’s and Carol’s foot-steps but I believe in music. Whatother medium has the power thatmusic does. It should be a part ofevery child’s education. Often, when

we think of school and education, aca-demics and sports are at the top of thelist. I believe music and drama are es-sential to education. There already isa special connection between childrenand music. They want to listen to it,appreciate it, play it. I see this withmy own very young children who

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