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Page 9 Strathmore solar facility approved 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. Brentwood gives back 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- COVID-19 Update east, located south of the Trans- Highway and in Strathmore & east of George Freeman Trail (RR 251). Wheatland County The project was started by Solar Krafte Utilities Inc., a Vancouver-based company with seven solar farms (as of December 1, 2020) built or proposed across southern . Solar Krafte 227 Cases has partnered with Capital Power, an -based power generation company, which is providing up to 48 Active | 176 Recovered $55 million in capital investment, conditional on suc- 3 Deaths 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 Look on Page 6 for conditions set by the town’s development permit are Town of Strathmore met. Municipal Notices All construction work for the project will be contract- Contact Us Today! ed. Some of the companies used will perform general Shining bright construction tasks, such as driving piles, that are not Jennifer Mamer (l-r) and Dave Fraser, volunteers with the Strathmore’s Celebration 403.934.5589 specific to the solar industry, while others will perform of Lights on the event’s opening night, on Dec. 1. The park will be open from 6 to 9 [email protected] more specialist tasks, explained Burgert. “It’s a hybrid p.m., seven days a week, with Santa stopping by on Saturday. approach.” www.StrathmoreTimes.com Sean Feagan Photo Continued on Page 4

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Town holds holiday COVID-19 assessment site decorating contest now in Chestermere SEAN FEAGAN the hashtag #StrathmoreDecorates2020. AHS NEWS RELEASE Local Journalism Initiative Reporter COVID-19 case. “This is a great way for the community to This service is for booked come together using a virtual platform to Alberta Health Services (AHS) appointments only. Appoint- To make this holiday season a little celebrate the holidays, while still remaining has opened a COVID-19 assess- ments can be scheduled online brighter, the Town of Strathmore is chal- cautious of COVID-19,” said Mayor Pat Fule. ment site in Chestermere. on the AHS website at www. lenging residents to channel their inner The contest runs from Nov. 27 to Dec. 20. The Chestermere assessment albertahealthservices.ca/topics/ Clark Griswald by decorating their home or Judging will take place on Dec. 21 and 22, site at 288 Kinniburgh Boule- Page17058.aspx. business with electric cheer. and the winners will be announced on Dec. vard is for those with COVID-19 The site will be open for test- The town’s Christmas Decorating Contest 23. Prizes are available and the most deco- symptoms or those who are ing Monday through Friday can be entered online by posting photos of rated neighbourhood wins a block party in close contacts of a confirmed from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. homes and businesses on Facebook, using 2021.

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Hon. Leela Sharon Aheer, Resident recognized for volunteering MLA SEAN FEAGAN Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Chestermere-Strathmore

A Strathmore resident has been rec- STRATHMORE OFFICE: ognized for her extensive efforts volun- Meetings by appointment teering for the community. Marlys Lein was nominated for the 2020 Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards, 403-962-0126 Chestermere.Strathmore@ a yearly award given to volunteers who assembly.ab.ca have made a large impact on their com- munity. While Lein was not ultimately MAILING ADDRESS: selected as an award finalist, her impres- PO Box 2527, sive contributions were recognized by Strathmore, AB a certificate and letter from Leela Sha- T1P 0H3 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 Marlys Lein was nominated for a 2020 Stars of Alberta Volunteer award for Strathmore Pickleball Club, which was her extensive work in the community, including with the Strathmore Pick- founded in 2015 after the hosting of the leball Club and work as president of the Regional Victim Services Society. Alberta 55+ Summer Games. Sean Feagan Photo Lein’s work with the club, including organizing playing venues, purchasing Lein also serves as president of Strathmore Regional Victim equipment, booking instructors and Services Society, which provides 24-hour crisis response to helping players has helped it to grow, victims of crime and tragedy, and is in her sixth year vol- said Louise Bleier, a volunteer with the unteering with the organization. Lein helps the organization organization. “We started literally from continually move forward, said Linda Stead, treasurer. nothing and we’re over 100 members “She always steps forward and does what she can for us,” now.” said Stead. “She’s a hard worker and when she takes some- Lein was also instrumental in helping thing on, she gets it done.” to plan for the possible construction of permanent, dedicated pickleball courts and to repair the town’s existing courts, NOTICE added Bleier, who wrote the nomina- tion. LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER “She’s volunteered hundreds and hun- dreds of hours over the past 40 years, The quarter section SE 16-28-23-W4, located 2-1/2 miles east from the junction of Highway 21 and Highway 9 within is and it’s improved the quality of life in offered for sale by sealed tender. our community,” said Bleier. “Her initia- tive and leadership are incredible.” The quarter contains approximately 155.8 acres of cultivated land. By working with the club, Lein said The remainder is native grass and surface lease. The quarter is she was “just promoting a game I re- subject to two (2) surface leases (approximately 4.2 acres in total) ally love … trying to get all different which will generate $5,800 in revenue for 2021. people exposed to it,” she said, adding she hopes the club’s membership con- The sales of this parcel is subject to the following terms and tinues to grow, especially from among conditions: the town’s seniors. While matches are 1. A tender package contained and outlining the process for sidelined by the COVID-19 pandemic submitting a sealed tender bid can be obtained by contacting for now, membership is $35 and avail- the Sellers lawyer, Schell Hardy Jones LLP, at the email able through the organization’s website, address or address below. strathmorepickleball.ca. 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. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR 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. Masks needed 5. The purchaser will receive funds pro rata for 2021 lease To the Editor payments, if said lease payments are made to the Sellers How dare a (Strathmore town) council- before the transfer of land. 6. Property taxes are to be adjusted pro rata as of closing date. lor have the audacity, shamelessly talking 7. The highest or any tender may not necessarily be accepted. about the “rights” of the minority who do The Sellers reserve the right to reject any and all tenders not want to wear masks. All we hear is or any reason in the Seller’s sole and unfettered discretion or about their rights being trampled. What to accept any tender considered by the Sellers to be in the about the right to life, nothing less, of the Seller’s best interest. The Sellers are not obligated to provide majority who follow the proper protocol? any reason for rejection of a tender. Why are their rights not being considered? 8. To obtain a tender package, please contact lawyer noted I have never seen such selfishness and below. All tenders must include full name of tenderer, address, self-centred people in my life. This is not a phone number and email address. matter of mere selfishness. It is a matter of these naysayers murdering those around SCHNELL HARDY JONES LLP them! Outrageous, callous and insulting. Evan C. Hardy, Barrister and Solicitor Such people should really give their heads #504, 4909 - 49 Street a shake. The courts should pound these Red Deer, Alberta T4N 1V1 individuals into merciless submission. Phone: (403) 342-7400 Brian W. Morgan Email: [email protected]

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they just want to appreciate,” he said. Ag society sprouts tree sponsorship program 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 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 look of our grounds.” tail for about $600, and the planting and virtual, scammers cash in Brandon elm are cultivars of American elm (Ulmus amer- maintenance is also being provided at icana) but are Passmore upright. the They Saltgrow to about 49 feet (15 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 THINGS GIVE PRAISE the ground; the house was wide environmental tolerances, including growing in dry con- price,” said Schmidt. I know we are living in such partially unroofed; the henhouse ditions and urban areas. The planting is being planned in two Thedifferent idea times was and proposed it’s easy byto Dalehad Johnson, blown away, a local and arborist, dead be- point out everything that is going chickens were scattered about. phases, with trees being planted in the cause he had some people he wanted to honour, said Schmidt. wrong and criticize those Destruction and devastation inner grounds in the first phase and at “We talked about it and decided it would be a great idea to put around us. were everywhere. the grounds’ entrance in the second. A forward,I want to as encourage we know you there’s to find lotsWhile of heroes standing around dazed, evaluating here that few trees have already been planted, The holiday shopping season is upon us. With the pandemic, many local in-person events, such as deserve recognition.” popup holiday markets or craft fairs, have moved online. Scammers are creating phony copycat 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 sponsor will select a person they wish to honour, and How the Scam Works: for and praise God for in every the future, he heard a stirring will happen in the spring, but the pro- You hear that your city’s annual holiday market or another shopping event will be held virtually a tree will be planted with an accompanying post and 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 circumstance and every day. in the lumber pile that was the 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 Wecommemorate can’t give up or them. give in remains of the henhouse. A The trees in the inner grounds will name and address. “So, it could be someone that has passed away and has a Unfortunately, the “ticket” is a scam! The event information you found was posted by scammers no matter what we are going rooster was climbing up through line either side of the walkway between 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. treethrough. planted God in still their has blessingsmemory, or thesomeone debris, and who he isdidn’t still stop 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 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, horizon, he flappedUnit his D,bony Use a credit card. which brings healing into our wings and proudly crowed. When making any purchases, use your credit card. This way if anything gets charged that wasn’t supposed to 202 Canal Court, be, you can file a claim with your credit card company. bodies and our minds. That old, wet, bare rooster Keep your receipts. Strathmore, AB Make note of all of your purchases and save your receipts. If you have a question about a product or need to A man named Samuel Scull could still crow when he saw 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. desert with his wife and rooster, our world403.934.6044 may be *Trademark(s) of the International Association of Better Business Bureaus used under license. children. falling apart, prowatersystemswe may have lost One night a fierce desert storm everything, but if we trust In struck with rain, hail and high God, we’ll be [email protected] to see the Thought for wind. At daybreak, feeling sick light of God’s goodness, pick the Week and fearing what he might find, ourselves out of the rubble, ~ Samuel wentWater to survey Softeners, and singIron the Lord’sFilters praise. their loss. Anger The hail had& beaten Drinking the WaterPastor ElizabethSystems Karp Solar panels at one of Solar Krafte’s solar power properly garden and truck patch into Harvest Healing Centre Church plants in southern Alberta. Photo Courtesy of Mark Burgert channeled STRATHMORE ALLIANCE ALLIANCE CHURCH can be a 325 1 Ave • 403-934-3543 105 Main St. Carseland Solar approval Corner of 1 Ave & Wheatland Trail 403-934-9337 conduit for Lead Pastor: Mike Wiebe Pastor: Kevin Enns Continued from Page 1 Associate Pastor: John Duerksen [email protected] change Sundays 10 am Broadcasting services on The project will be like Solar Krafte’s Joine in person or online church Facebook page. two existing plants near Vauxhall, Alta., www.strathmorealliance.com www.bowriveralliance.com but there may be some subtle differ- STRATHMORE UNITED HOPE COMMUNITY ences, he said. “The modules, invert- Wheatland Trail & 3rd Avenue COVENANT CHURCH ers or substructure can change slight- 403-934-3025 245 Brent Blvd, Strathmore • 403-934-2424 ly, depending on everything from the Rev. Pamela Scott Pastor: Heidi Wiebe geotech and solar conditions, to any In-person services and gatherings are In person services have resumed cancelled until further notice. Preschool cancelled. site-specific conditions that come into Online services available at Online services available. play.” www.smoreuc.com www.hope-community.ca There could also be differences be- The office will be open part time. cause of costs, as supply chain dynam- SACRED HEART CATHOLIC ics affect module pricing between sev- HARVEST HEALING CENTRE CHURCH Holy Cross Collegiate School Gym 102 Canal Gardens 709B - 2nd Street, Strathmore eral providers, noted Burgert. 403-901-0893 / 403-880-3171 403-934-2641 “But, fundamentally, it’s the same sys- Pastor: Elizabeth Karp Pastor: Fr. Tomy Manjaly tem,” he said. Pastor: Dave Mackie Masses: Saturday 5 pm | Sunday 10 am Burgert anticipates the lease with the Worship Sundays 10:30 am www.sacredhc.ca Youth Tuesdays 7 pm Town of Strathmore for the project site Come Join us for a spirit-filled time ST. MICHAEL & ALL ANGELS ANGLICAN will commence soon. of worship 103 - 227 3rd Ave. The project is slated to have a signifi- 587-727-0649 cant economic impact to Strathmore, as STRATHMORE SEVENTH-DAY [email protected] it will provide economic diversification ADVENTIST CHURCH Rev. Malcolm Kern Meeting in the Lutheran Church All services cancelled until further notice. and revenue from the lease and proper- 112 Lakeside Blvd. 587-227-6956 “Becoming fully alive in Jesus Christ” ty taxes, said Doug Lagore, Strathmore Pastor: Donald Pierre CAO. Services held every Saturday STRATHMORE FULL GOSPEL CHURCH “We’re very pleased the AUC has giv- 50 Maplewood Drive • 403-934-2225 Sabbath School: 10 AM en the approval and now we can pro- Worship Service: 11 AM Senior Pastor: Rev. Les Fischer www.strathmoreadventist.ca Youth Pastor: Rev. Kyle Lomenda ceed,” he said, adding the project will [email protected] All services and gatherings are also create recognition for the commu- cancelled until further notice. nity across Alberta.” RCCG PECULIAR PEOPLE ASSEMBLY www.strathmorefullgospel.com The announcement comes at a fortui- (1 PET. 2:9) 322 A 2nd Avenue, Strathmore LORD OF ALL (NALC) LUTHERAN tous time, when communities across Al- 403-714-2283 112 Lakeside Blvd. • 403-934-2374 berta are suffering from the COVID-19 Pastor: Sunday Adeola Pastor: Dawn Nelson pandemic and a general downturn in YOUR AD COULD Will be offering online services All worship services and gatherings are the overall economy, including disrup- until further notice. closed until further notice. tions in the oil and gas industry, said www.rccgstrathmore.com The office will be open part time. Join us in Praising our Lord, Jesus Christ! Lagore. BE HERE! “This is perfect timing for our com- munity,” he said. “It is going to provide us with some additional revenue right CALL 403-934-5589 The Church of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints away and we’re really looking forward 60 Maplewood Drive | Bishop Justin Hansen | [email protected] to them becoming a huge corporate 403-983-2746 | LDS.org | Worship Service Sundays 10 a.m. partner in our community.” Decemvber 4, 2020 • Strathmore TIMES • Page 5 Chamber launching Rediscover Local campaign SEAN FEAGAN cards that will be given out Local Journalism Initiative Reporter throughout December. Commercial | Farms Industrial | Investment “It’s that whole idea of en- C0-Owner/Commercial Broker The Strathmore Wheat- couraging recurrent shop- Bob Sheddy land Chamber of Commerce ping experiences for peo- BobSheddy.ca 403-324-2222 (SWCC) is launching a new ple,” said Poirier. [email protected] campaign to encourage peo- A list of all participating ple to support local busi- businesses will be provid- KaraLee Foat, MA Co-Owner/Broker nesses this holiday season. ed, but Poirier recommends PowerRealty.ca 587-390-0596 The campaign, called Re- people follow SWCC’s social [email protected] discover Local: Home for media to learn more about 403-983-2121 Christmas, will encourage the campaign. Currently, 123 2nd Ave, Strathmore, AB people to visit both retail- there are about 50 business- ers, restaurants and other es in the Strathmore area local businesses, instead of on the list, but the chamber their big box counterparts. is working to expand that Hayley Poirier and Shawn Kisling, the chair and executive director, respec- “We all know that every- number and include more tively, of the Strathmore Wheatland Chamber of Commerce (SWCC), which body’s been hit super hard, businesses into Wheatland is starting Rediscover Local: Home for Christmas, an iniative to encourage Tasty fresh and frozen people to support local businesses this December. so we wanted to figure out a County. Sean Feagan Photo way to give back,” said Hay- “A big focus of ours is en- Ukrainian food, just like you ley Poirier, SWCC chair. suring Wheatland County is paign will continue into the “These measures that have would find in As part of the campaign, included as much as pos- spring and summer to help been put in place, including Baba’s kitchen! visitors to SWCC member sible,” said Shawn Kisling, keep businesses supported reducing capacity to 25 per businesses will receive a SWCC executive director, into the new year, said Poiri- cent, are going to make these free shopping bag and a who added the chamber is er. But with new COVID-19 store owners even more vul- card. On the card is a place planning a Zoom call with public health measures re- nerable,” said Poirier. “But if to mark each time that CAOs and mayors of some cently enacted that could you can convince moms to person visits a participat- of the county’s villages to disproportionately affect take their kids shopping at ing business, much like a expand the reach of the small businesses, the cam- our small businesses instead rewards program at some campaign. “It’s a filter effect, paign comes at a time when of the mall, Hallelujah! – RESTAURANT OPEN ice cream or coffee shops. where once we get these help is needed most. let’s do that instead.” 12 noon to 8 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday If they support any partici- players bought into it, then for Dine In, Take Out and Delivery pating businesses 10 times the businesses all fall in and have the marked card line,” he said. to prove it, they will be eli- The Rediscover Local: CONTEST TIME gible to enter a draw for gift Home for Christmas cam- Two different ways to win!

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For more information on COVID-19 visit our trusted sources at Town of Strathmore: Notice of Increase to the www.AlbertaHealthServices.ca and www.Alberta.ca Franchise Fee on Natural Gas Billings For local COVID-19 information: Strathmore.ca/COVID19 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 Upcoming Council Meetings customers that receive gas services in the MUNICIPALITY; and is required to be Watch Council meetings live, or view past recordings at: billed as a separate charge on gas billings. https://www.youtube.com/user/TOStrathmore The current franchise fee is set at 29.6 % for ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd., The final Regular Meeting of Council will take place December 2, 2020 delivery revenues and will increase to 35% effective April 1, 2021. For an average at 7:00pm. Meetings will start again in the New Year with Committee of residential customer using 115 GJ’s per year, this will result in an annual increase the Whole on January 13, 9:00am and a Regular Meeting of Council on of about $26.90 from the average paid in 2020. The franchise fee currently January 20, 7:00pm. accounts for approximately $147.46 of the average annual bill. For questions or concerns please contact:

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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 (TIPP) program remember that any remaining amount outstanding on your 2020 taxes was withdrawnTown on Decemberof Strathmore 1, 2020. Christmas Decorating Contest! Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) 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 2021 Call for 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 . Grant Applications “The Town of Strathmore has planned a community wide Christmas Application Deadline is December 23, 2020 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 FCSS Grants Support Projects that:

Town of Strathmore Building Move Shut Down • Enhances the social well-being of individuals, families and community through prevention, early intervention and community engagement 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 • Responds to community & social issues through partnerships and internal network, phone system, and other systems. Our staff will not have collaboration access to email service or direct lines. Residents can contact our main number • Addresses the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action at 403-934-3133 if necessary. • Promotes Inclusivity and diversity The Strathmore.ca will be active, but our PerfectMind, MyStrathmore, Citizen Communication Forms, and CityWorks programs will not be available to All applicants must contact FCSS at [email protected] to discuss the intent of residents. Our recreation facilities will remain open, but all bookings must me their application and review eligibility requirements in order to proceed with the made prior to 4:30pm December 16 . Emergency services will not be affected. funding process. Our Municipal Offices will be closed to residents during these two days. Please make all arrangements to schedule appointments, bill payments etc., before Strathmore FCSS Dec 17. We apologise for the inconvenience and thank you for your patience 116 3rd Ave and understanding. 403-934-9090

680 Westchester Road, Strathmore AB, T1P 1J6 . 403 934 3133 . For News Updates Visit Strathmore.ca December 4, 2020 • Strathmore TIMES • Page 7 School boards adjusting to new health measures SEAN FEAGAN Local Journalism Initiative Reporter rus. ter 150 teachers volunteered to pilot “About a quarter of the work that we livestream teaching to start this year. Strathmore RCMP are reminding Some Strathmore and area students would normally do in school is what “We’ve gained incredible knowl- residents to Lock-It or Lost-It have returned to at-home learning. was being managed at home,” he said. edge about the dos and don’ts of live following several thefts Under new provincial rules, students “But this time, we will be covering streaming and the technology, and from vehicles. in Grades 7-12 returned to at-home everything at home that we would at how to support the teachers in doing learning on Nov. 30, while students school.” it,” he said. “We’ve learned a lot and we - Locking your vehicle doors is a from kindergarten through Grade 6 In the spring, as part of Alberta Edu- feel quite prepared.” quick and simple way to help will continue attending school in per- cation’s mandate, marks were not af- Both school boards have invested prevent this crime. son for the time being. fected by the shutdown, and students into technological materials and infra- - Hide loose change inside the The changes were announced on who were on track to pass before the structure. For example, CTR has used vehicle where it can’t easily be seen Nov. 24, alongside several other pub- shutdown would pass. But now, stu- provincial and federal funding to pur- and take all items of any value with lic health measures aimed to address dents will be expected to do the work chase 500 new Chromebooks last year, increasing COVID-19 case numbers associated with their course load and and plans to do the same this year, you when leaving your car. across the province. will be assessed on that work, through said Morrison. - Never leave your vehicle Golden Hills School Division (GHSD) marks and evaluation. Also, five full-time information tech- running unattended. anticipated a possible shift away from “It all counts this time,” said Dav- nology (IT) positions are employed by the classroom, and prepared accord- erne. CTR. Strathmore RCMP ask residents to ingly, said superintendent Bevan Dav- There will be a stronger link be- “They offer direct support; we’ve got help do their part by ensuring their erne. tween students and the school this a hotline for parents if they’re having property is properly locked. “Now it’s just a question of getting time around as well. technological difficulties,” he said. “We the details worked out and making “We’re going to have stronger virtual also have online guides for parents sure the students have what they need, connections,” he said. “Students will and students on how to use both live 1-800-222-TIPS for a really smooth transition on Mon- hear from their teacher (and) connect streaming and Google classroom, the day,” he said on Nov. 27. with their teacher, doing what would web-based system we use to organize (1-800-222-8477) Daverne said he appreciates the sup- be normally done in their scheduled documents.” port of parents throughout the pan- class time.” GHSD and CTR have worked togeth- demic and hopes the new policies sup- For students with Christ the Re- er to meet the challenges of the pan- ports them. deemer (CTR) Catholic Schools, class demic and the changing response to it, “Part of the rationale for K to six will be live-streamed, with students added Morrison. staying in school is a continued sup- going from online meeting to online “The cooperation between our port for parents who need to attend to meeting (on Zoom or Google Meets), school boards is exemplary,” he said. 403-934-5552 work in or out of the house,” he said. instead of classroom to classroom, said “We’ve often had long discussions 120 - 2nd Avenue, Strathmore “Our junior (and) senior high students superintendent Scott Morrison. about decisions and come to conclu- are a little more independent and are CTR staff have gained expertise sions together about the best way to able to manage potentially without a about conducting at-home learning af- support our kids.” YOUR WEEKLY parent in the household.” HEALTH ADVICE 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. Gord Morck Then, as per the current plan, all stu-  Pharmacist dents will return to physical school the following week, on Jan. 11. Capsule Comments The week of at-home learning pro-  One of the possible sources of infection on vides an isolation period for students flights is the toilet. Flushing a toilet can aerosol- who may have met with family and ize the stuff from the toilet. It’s good advice to friends over the holidays. close the lid before flushing. Of course, not ev- “Then if we return to school, we eryone does this so try to use the washroom when potentially avoid some of the disrup- it’s not busy in case the person before you didn’t flush with the lid down. One good thing about tion that positive cases and (subse-  airplane bathrooms is they are well-ventilated so quent) isolation might cause within air exchange is rapid. the schools,” said Daverne.      In the 2019 Boston marathon, 40% of the par- But given the changing nature of ticipants were over the age of 40. There were 16 the pandemic, this plan could be ad-     people over the age of 80, 68 in wheelchairs and justed. The Ministry of Health and Al- 59 visually impaired. berta Education could continue with The largest organ in the human body is our skin. Grades 7-12 learning at home, have     (the liver is the second largest and the smallest all students continuing their education is the pineal gland in the brain). In the average person, skin weighs about 8 lb (3.6kg) and spread from home, or have everyone return to  out would cover 22 sq. ft (2 sq. metres). It is a school, said Daverne. very important organ helping to regulate body For the older students, learning at    temperature, protect the body from microbes and home will be different that last spring, facilitate our senses of touch, heat and cold. Our when schools were shut down in re-       skin is always renewing itself and the average sponse to the initial spread of the vi- person will shed about 40lb of skin in a lifetime.     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Helping small business and getting the economy back on track MARTIN SHIELDS downs. tawa, I am continuing to work on your testing and vaccine availability. Eleven Member of Parliament Bow River Riding The House of Commons continues to behalf and holding virtual meetings at months after news about the spread of be in session in a hybrid manner. This every opportunity. COVID-19 emerged, after thousands of As you know, we’ve seen the renew- means sometimes I am representing We have been debating some con- lives and millions of jobs have been al of some pandemic lockdown mea- you in-person in Ottawa, and some- tentious legislation in the House, like lost, and hundreds of billions of dollars sures recently. There’s been a lot in times I am joining debate virtually. I Bills C-6 and C-7. Further, as part has been added to the national debt, the news, and I wanted to share some prefer to be in Ottawa as much as a I of my role on the Canadian Heritage the health and economy of our country of the things we have been debating can, but we currently operate in week- committee, we have been investigating is much worse. We are in this position in the House of Commons, as well as long shifts to limit the number of MPs the pandemic’s impact on our sports because the government failed to give what we’re doing to fight for business- in the House of Commons at any one and cultural sectors. With fairs and Canadians the ability to rapidly and es and the economy during the lock- time. Whether in our riding or in Ot- festivals shut down, the cultural indus- frequently test for COVID-19; failed to try is hurting. And as we know, many tell Canadians how they plan to deliver 201146G0 sports leagues aren’t able to operate in a vaccine; and failed to be transparent 201216G0 a normal way. My colleagues and I are with Canadians about their plan to committed to ensuring we don’t see deal with the pandemic. these vital parts of our community life We need to get this economy work- disappear. ing again. Rapid testing and vaccina- One of the biggest issues my col- tion options are a key way that will leagues and I are fighting for is the happen quickly. Widespread access to treatment of small and medium busi- rapid testing for all Canadians would nesses. More than three weeks ago, the allow us to stop the spread of the virus House of Commons passed a Conser- while allowing workers to go to their vative motion to pause Justin Trudeau’s jobs and for families to be reunited. punishing audits on small and medium On vaccines, the reality is that Canada businesses. And yet the Liberals have is behind the U.S., U.K, the European completely ignored the democratic Union. That’s over 2.7 billion people will of Parliament and failed to stop or one-third of the population of the punitive audits on businesses strug- planet that is ahead of Canada for a gling to survive past Christmas, includ- vaccine. ing many in our riding. My Opposition colleagues and I are These businesses are the backbone working hard to make sure businesses of the Canadian economy, and the survive this lockdown, and that Ca- owners, workers and customers of nadians have access to the tests and these small businesses are our neigh- vaccines we need to get our economy bours and our friends. In towns and back on track. villages across our riding, these busi- As always, my Ottawa office can be nesses are the lifeblood of their com- reached at [email protected]. munity. There is no Canadian economy My Brooks office can be reached at without small and medium businesses. 403-793-6775 or martin.shields.c1@ It’s as simple as that. That’s why we are parl.gc.ca, and my Strathmore office at fighting for businesses and entrepre- 403-361-2980 or martin.shields.c1B@ neurs at every opportunity. parl.gc.ca. Please don’t hesitate to con- We are also pressing hard on rapid tact me.

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Food drive at Brentwood 20+ 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- RECHARGEABLE ship students, showed off the pile of donations. SOLUTIONS! Photo Courtesy of Shaunna Muenchrath New COVID-19 restrictions enacted SEAN FEAGAN is being restricted to one third of nor- Local Journalism Initiative Reporter mal capacity, with mandatory mask- ing. Faith leaders or other speakers are On Nov. 24, the province declared a permitted to remove their masks while state of public health emergency and speaking while maintaining physical enacted new restrictions in response distance. Online services are being en- to increasing numbers of COVID-19 couraged. cases through much of the province. In-person faith group meetings and These steps, which place new re- other religious gathers are not per- strictions on social gathering worship mitted in private homes while these services, businesses, schools and all measures are in effect. These meetings Albertans, were not taken lightly, said may continue at places of worship, Premier Jason Kenney, during the Nov. however. Services must be held at their 300 Merganser Dr W, Unit 106A 24 press conference. normal location and physical distanc- “I certainly didn’t go into public ser- ing is required. Chestermere, AB vice, nor did any of the people sitting around our cabinet table, in order to BUSINESSES impose restrictions on how people Since Nov. 27, some businesses are live their lives,” he said. “But we be- limiting in-person access to reduce the lieve these are the minimum restric- amount of contact between people in tions needed right now to safeguard the community. 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Call and book a ued to be the largest source of trans- Again, there is a special concession mission, and so they must stop now.” for people living alone, who may meet No indoor social gatherings (of with up to two non-household con- complimentary hearing people from separate households) are tacts. being permitted in any setting, includ- Only seated eating and drinking is test today! ing private homes, public spaces or permitted. No other services or enter- workplaces. The exception to this is tainment will be allowed, such as bil- that people who live alone can have liards or other games. Liquor can be two non-household contacts. Outdoor sold until 10 p.m. and food-serving 403.723.4000 gatherings are limited to a maximum establishments must close to in-person of 10 people. These must not have an dining at 11 p.m. Albertans are being indoor component, such as a backyard encouraged to use curbside pickup, gathering requiring movement into delivery and online services if pos- Now offering and out of homes. sible. Weddings and funerals may have up Most retail businesses may remain expanded to 10 participants, including officiants. open, but with limited capacity (25 per hygiene & safety This restriction applies to any facility cent of occupancy set under the Al- and regardless of whether services are berta Fire Code). This includes grocery protocols! held indoors or outdoors, or whether stores, pharmacies and clothing stores. seated or unseated. Receptions are not Some entertainment and event servic- permitted. 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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 65 YEARS ARB members and staff. 1955 - 2020 Agenda packages can be found on our website. 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 [email protected] 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 [email protected].

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