The Heartland eXtra is a digital edition published as an enhancement to the community news carried in our two The Heartland weekly print publications, featuring photos and views from eXtra throughout the region. INDIGENOUS Vol. 9 No. 02 Morinville - Redwater Nov. 18, 2020 INVESTMENT IN KEYSTONE XL Premier issued the built with the protection of the following statement Nov. 17 on the environment at the forefront of agreement signed between TC every decision. Energy and Natural Law Energy for “We look forward to working with a future equity investment of up to TC Energy and Natural Law Energy $1 billion in Keystone XL. as we continue to construct this “This historic agreement serves project of critical importance to as a model of how to build strong North American energy and trusted partnerships between independence and economic industry and Indigenous groups for recovery on both sides of the a safe, secure and prosperous border. energy future. “Keystone XL is expected to “The partnership highlights the create more than $600 million in growing desire of Indigenous Indigenous supplier and Peoples to bring jobs and wealth employment opportunities into their communities through the throughout the project’s responsible development of construction. Canada’s energy resources. “Overall, the project will support “These significant economic benefits will improve the lives and an estimated 17,000 jobs in opportunities of many generations Canada and 42,000 in the U.S. to come, while ensuring Indigenous “It will contribute about $2.4 people continue to have direct input billion to Canada’s Gross Domestic into the continued care and respect Product, $3.4 billion to U.S. GDP, of the land. and provide hundreds of millions of “As stewards of the land, air and dollars in wages and property taxes water, First Nations project partners for workers and communities along will help ensure that Keystone XL – its route.” and projects like it – continue to be --Alberta Premier Jason Kenney 23 rd Annual! Students Carlene Lloyd (Left) and Elijah Mosher stand in 2020 respectful silence after placing a wreath duringn the Thorhild Central School Remembrance Day ceremony SANTA STORE LIVE CHARITY AUCTION st held Nov. 6. --photo provided by Thorhild Central School November 21 , 2020 at Coach’s Corner Bar & Grill 9517 - 100 Street, Morinville Everyone Welcome! Viewing from 4:00pm to 6:00pm Live Auction begins at 7:00pm Due to COVID-19 regulations, reserved tables are required with six per table. The money made from these reservations will go to the Morinville Food Bank. To reserve, please call Kal at Coaches Corner 780-939-2205. All bidders must be registered prior the start of the auction. Registration will begin at 6:00pm. Featuring Brad Ward of Ward’s Auctions. Please come out & support this annual event - this year will be an even tougher Christmas for families. NOW ACCEPTING DONATIONS! We are looking for businesses, individuals or organizations to donate new items, gift certificates, products, collectables etc. that will go up for auction on the night of the event. The Heartland Ph: 780-942-2023 Box 850, 4720 - 50 Ave., This is a good opportunity to promote your business Fax: 780-942-2515 eXtra Redwater, AB T0A 2W0 and contribute to the community. email: [email protected] If you wish to contribute an item for the auction, you may drop it off at Coach’s Corner or email us at [email protected] or call one of the numbers below and Copyright: No material - news, graphics or advertising may be reproduced without the we will be in contact with you. written permission of the publisher. Failure to obtain consent may result in legal action.

Advertising is accepted on the condition that, in the event of a typographical error, that portion of the advertisement occupied by the erroneous item will not be charged for, but the balance of the advertisement will be paid for at the applicable rate. Joyce Preeper Tina Gougeon Midstream Santa Charity Auction The publisher reserves the right to accept or refuse any or all material whether editorial or advertising submitted for publication, and maintains the right to exercise discretion in these 780-939-4307 780-497-0957 matters. Kal McDonald Adam Parenteau All material submitted is accepted on the understanding that it may also be posted to the Coach’s Corner Santa Charity Auction internet in a digital form of the newspaper or supporting information. 780-939-2205 780-720-8262 A sister publication to The Free Press, Morinville, Alberta and The Review, Redwater, Alberta; the Three Counties: Thorhild, Smoky Lake, and Sturgeon. Lisa Piche W & E Cowley Publishing Ltd. Santa Charity Auction www.cowleynewspapers.com 780-292-5734 THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A2 eThe XHeartlandtra $476 MILLION SAVED BY CUTTING RED TAPE The first annual report on red “Earlier this year the CFIB tape reduction highlights key recognized the Alberta initiatives that have eased the government’s quick action to regulatory burden in Alberta, saving reduce red tape with a B- on our Albertans more than $476 million. annual Red Tape Report Card. The Alberta’s government tabled the Report Card also acknowledged the first annual red tape reduction government had not developed its report Nov. 16 which highlights comprehensive measure of the progress made towards the goal of regulatory burden in Alberta. We cutting red tape by one-third. are pleased to see the government Between May 1, 2019 and June 30, correct that by counting its 2020, Alberta’s government cut regulatory burden and making that more than six per cent of red tape, count public,” notes Laura Jones, saving job creators both time and vice-president, Canadian money. Federation of Independent “Alberta’s government has made Business. great strides in our first year of red Ongoing red tape reduction tape reduction. We’re moving efforts are being driven by advice quickly to becoming the freest, from key leaders in Alberta through fastest moving economy in North panels including small business, oil America … but we’re not done yet. and gas, and tourism and Now, more than ever, it is critical hospitality. we get out of the way of our job creators so they can do what they FOR LEASE • REDWATER ALBERTA do best – create jobs and grow the 4907 - 48 STREET economy,” states , VACANT OFFICE/ Associate Minister of Red Tape COMMERCIAL BUILDING Reduction. The report includes a definition of 6905 sq. ft. Concrete Block & Brick the baseline count, a measure of all Central Air Conditioning the regulations, forms, statutes, and Loading Dock with Power Ramp, policies that exist within all Lots of Power, Lease Space can be divided. departments, agencies, boards and Tenant Improvement Allowance Available commissions. In total, Alberta’s GARRY SHANTZ REAL ESTATE INC. government has counted 670,977 Ph: 780-743-5522 Fax: 780-743-5523 requirements.

AFFORDABLE HOUSE HORSE SET UP WITH HALF MILE OF IN THORHILD WALKOUT BUNGALOW LAKEFRONT Good solid 2 bedroom This one will WOW you! ON HALF MOON LAKE home with windows, Fantastic 61 acre horse A rare opportunity for a HWT, metal roof, set up with gorgeous one of a kind property! electrical & stucco all walkout bungalow on A half mile of lakefront on south side of replaced in about 2003 pavement, just off Hwy 28, a few minutes north of Edmonton. Half Moon Lake, only a half hour north to 2006. New furnace 2327 sq ft air conditioned home, south facing backyard with of Edmonton. Swimming, boating, million dollar view of the valley & Edmonton lights from the 3 fall of 2019. There is original hardwood flooring in the LR & fishing, hunting, snowmobiling, seasons sunroom. Large LR with massive stonefaced horseback riding right on your bedrooms. A little paint & refinishing of the hardwood will fireplace, adjoining kitchen has newer quartz countertops, doorstep. 78.63 acs is bordered on make this a great home. Full unfinished basement offers lots built in appliances & plenty of cabinets & counterspace. north side by lake & on south side by of storage space. There is storage shed which could be a Massive MB with gorgeous ensuite with clawfoot tub, m/f crown land. Property is mostly treed small detached garage & lots of room for a garden, park an laundry & den complete this level. Walkout basement has 3 with lots of cleared trails throughout. RV or build a new garage. Good location in the Hamlet of more bdrms, FR & plenty of storage. 80'x100' indoor riding 1422 sq ft home was built in 2009 & could be used as weekend Thorhild, close to shopping, for this very affordable home. arena with att'd 3 stall barn, 8 corrals, & land that could be getaway or year round home. There is one bdrm on main floor Only $65,900. Call Heather to view. pasture or hay. 42'x27' triple att’d garage with in floor heating & second bdrm on upper floor. There is a full unfinished bsmt plus a 56'x30' shop complete this property. $1,785,000. Call that could easily be developed if more space is needed. There 3.9 ACRES WITH is an insulated 50'x30' shop & 200'x80' indoor riding arena with Glenn to view. 40'x20' attached barn & 60'x20' covered lean to. Property is all HOME AND SHOP MOVE IN READY IN THORHILD set up on solar with a back up generator. $1,290,000. Call BY MORINVILLE This is a really well maintained Heather for more info. This oasis is a & substantially updated 2+1 10,000 SQ FT COMMERCIAL gardener's delight! bdrm, 2 bath home with LOT IN LEGAL Rare find of 3.9 ac 27'x24' heated detached Prime 100'x100' commercial immediately west of garage on two lots for a total of lot in great area right on main Morinville with less 100'x130' lot in the Hamlet of street in Legal. Perfect than ¼ mile of gravel. Almost 1400 sq ft bungalow with large Thorhild. Main floor features opportunity here to build your large kitchen & LR (with wood stove), two bdrms, walk in open concept great room & fully finished bsmt. It features own building for your pantry (could be small bdrm) & 3 pce bath with lovely deep vaulted ceilings, wood stove, bay windows, huge MB, all business or build an office building to rent out or apply to tub. Bsmt is finished with old wood accents & has a huge f/r rezone for multi family residential. Use your imagination! Legal freshly painted in modern colors with new carpet. New with area for future bar, large bdrm, 3 pce bath, laundry & is a great community just 20 min north of St Albert with lots of furnace, HWT & cistern this year. Bsmt has a large FR, den/storage area that could be another small bdrm. Upgrades opportunity for your business venture. $49,900 plus gst Call bedroom & 3 pce bath along with lots of storage. There is since 2011 include windows, HWT furnace, air conditioning, Heather for details. room to make an additional bedroom if needed. Along with flooring throughout, both baths, kitchen cabinets, bsmt WONDERFUL INVESTMENT the double att'd garage is a 30'x40' heated shop with a development, doors, baseboards & trim so the home looks staircase to attic storage. The yard has a dugout with water like new. Gorgeous landscaping with firepit area, raised OPPORTUNITY system to a waterfall & stone creek with model railroad track flower & garden beds, storage shed with greenhouse Here with all the around it. Loads of mature planted trees of all kinds, many attached. Fenced maintenance already done & flowering. The perimeter of the property is fenced & large backyard play area fully rented with long term enough for a few animals. Garden spot, greenhouse, deck for kids and fenced tenants in place. Upgrades in front yard run for the past few years include with hot tub, & more. Great for small hobby farm, truckers, new boiler, new roof, new upper floor windows, siding, balcony home business & more. This property is a must see! the dog. Extra parking for extra renovations, some plumbing & flooring in the upper floor $559,900. Call Glenn to view. suites. The main floor has two commercial units presently vehicle or trailer. being leased by a restaurant & insurance company. The upper NEEDED LISTINGS NEEDED! $210,000. floor consists of two 2 bedroom apartments which each have in Call Heather suite laundry & balconies. Located in Legal which is just a short We still have buyers looking and during to view. 15 to 20 min drive north of St Albert on Highway 2. $230,000 plus gst Call Heather for details. winter there's not much competition. IRP Approved Give us a call and we would Agent be happy to come see you to discuss listing your property! LAND OF ALL SIZES • 135’x42’ serviced mobile home lot in Thorhild - $13,900 • 10,000 sq ft commercial lot in Legal - $49,900 • 160 acres of grainland SW of Morinville - $800,000 Call Heather or Glenn for more info on any of these THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A3

The Heartland Newthorad Seniors Housing Foundation Invites you to participate in our Bakeless Bake Sale in November 2020 A bit of news we have today eXtra A Bakeless Bake Sale is on the way. These busy days, who has time to bake Pies, cookies or even a cake? We’ve thought of a plan that’s truly grand, And feel quite sure that you’ll understand. In an envelope please put the price Of a pie, or a cake or something nice. Many is the time I’ve heard you say I would rather give a “Dollar” than bake today And so, we are asking you to help more or less To make our Bakeless Bake Sale a Big Success! Just send us the money that it would take To bake a loaf of bread or a beautiful cake Or send in the amount of money it takes to buy A dozen rolls or even a pie We know you can help us if you would try. Without fuss or bother you’ve done your part. We hope you’ll give with a willing heart. Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic we are unable to have our Christmas Bake Sale this year. Over the years our bake sales have helped us to raise money for our seniors for new games, bus rides, entertainment, furniture and much more thanks to the amazing support of our community. We are hoping that everyone will show their support to us again and make a donation to Hearts for the Golden Age Society which is our nonprofit organization. Please send all donations to: Hearts for the Golden Age Society Box 70, Thorhild, Alberta T0A 3J0 You can make cheques payable to: Hearts for the Golden Age Society Members of the public stand on the sidewalk in small groups or listen to the Royal Canadian Legion If you have any questions please call Thorhild Branch 234 Remembrance Day ceremony in their vehicles Nov. 11. Wanda Monday-Friday 780-398-3556 THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A4

The Heartland SHOWING GRATITUDE TO eXtra MORE ALBERTA VETERANS

Members of the RCMP with a action Alberta’s government can likely that people will recognize us veterans and honours the minimum of three years of active take to show our gratitude for their as the Mounties they see on patrol continued contributions from Royal service are now eligible to receive service,” states , all over rural Alberta. We are as Canadian Mounted Police veterans’ licence plates in Alberta. Minister of Service Alberta. proud of our service in those membersc” comments Brad Following the fatal shooting of “Including members of the RCMP communities we serve today as we Rutherford, MLA for Leduc- three Royal Canadian Mounted in the veterans’ licence plate are of our sacrifices on the Beaumont, and military liaison to Police officers in Moncton, N.B., in program has long been a goal of battlefields of the past. The Alberta the Canadian Armed Forces. 2014, the Royal Canadian Legion the Alberta-NWT Command of the RCMP updated its definition of “veteran” Royal Canadian Legion. We are appreciates the and members of the legion and the proud to be able to provide them Royal Canadian RCMP have been asking Alberta’s with this recognition,” explained Legion for this Christmas Hampers government for this change since Tammy Wheeler, executive director, recognition, as As we head into the holiday season, most families will celebrate September 2015. Alberta-NWT Command, The Royal well as Service and enjoy Christmas but there are individuals and families in the The expanded eligibility criteria Canadian Legion. Alberta for Morinville area that are struggling to make ends meet. Just one for veterans’ licence plates now In addition to active and implementing layoff or injury is all it takes to cause a family despair especially includes active and honourably honourably discharged members of this change.” this year due to Covid-19 it will be even tougher. discharged members of the RCMP, the RCMP, veterans’ licence plates states Sgt. Maj. to align with the legion’s definition can be issued to: Leilani Collins, Our goal is to help everyone enjoy a hearty meal (with the of “veteran.” •Alberta residents who have been warrant officer, Knights of Columbus Christmas Hampers) and ensure that “Every year at this time, honourably discharged after serving Alberta Royal every child receives a few gifts on Christmas day. Through the Canadians from coast to coast to in the Canadian Armed Forces, an Canadian generosity of the Morinville community and surrounding area coast remember the brave women allied force or the merchant marine. Mounted Police we are able to make this happen. and men who put themselves at •Alberta residents who have been “Each and If you are in need of a Christmas Hamper, toys for your risk to fight for our freedoms and released from the Canadian Armed every day, our children, (or know of someone who is) starting Nov. 5th our safety. Recognizing members of Forces under Sections 3(a) or 3(b). men and women registration forms are available at the Midstream Thrift Store the RCMP as veterans is a small •Currently serving members of in uniform risk (9922 101 Street, Morinville) Tuesday and Thursday between the Canadian Armed Forces with a their lives to 9:30 -3:00pm, the Morinville Library, Morinville Cultural Centre, minimum of three years of active keep our schools, churches, and Higher Grounds coffee shop. Many Thanks service. communities and to WASTE •Those who have served or are our families Every request for assistance is treated with compassion, respect currently serving in the Canadian safe. The and confidentiality. MANAGEMENT Armed Forces Reserves with a expansion of this Wishing you and yours a Merry Christmas for their generous investment minimum of three years of paid criteria, at the service. request of the Midstream Support Society in saving our historic sites •Members of Canadian police Royal Canadian Holy Cross Ukrainian forces who served under NATO or Legion, supports the United Nations. the invaluable Catholic Historical “While our history with Canada work they do to society and its battles is long, it is more care for our THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A5 THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A6 MORE THAN The Heartland 350,000 ALBERTANS e tra ARE LIVING X WITH DIABETES Minister of Health issued the following statement Nov. 14 on World Diabetes Day: “Diabetes is a growing health concern here in Alberta and around the world. Worldwide, the number of people living with diabetes is expected to increase to 578 million by 2030. In our province, more than 350,000 Albertans are living with diabetes, and that number is also forecast to rise. “World Diabetes Day draws attention to the serious effects of diabetes and the complications caused by the disease. A blue circle has become the symbol for diabetes awareness, signifying how communities worldwide are uniting to address this critical health issue. “Here in Alberta, Diabetes Canada works to support and advocate for Albertans living with diabetes and encourages others to become familiar with the warning signs and steps to prevent this serious medical condition. Thank you for your commitment to raising awareness and supporting diabetes research to find new and innovative ways to manage this disease and ultimately find a cure. “I ask Albertans to join me in recognizing World Diabetes Day. Let’s support this global effort to increase awareness of diabetes and the enormity of this chronic Thankful Tuesday at Holy Family Catholic School is a way to give to those less fortunate. Teacher Mrs. Quirk and her grade health problem. And, let’s work 3/4 class take the time to check out how much food each class donated per student. together to reduce the number of people affected by this disease.” --Alberta Minister of Health Tyler HAVE YOUR SAY ON FIREARMS POLICY Shandro Albertans can now speak up light of this ban, the committee government’s decision to set about provincial firearms policy will consider how provincial up a Chief Provincial Firearms WEST, Esther and the federal government’s firearms policies can best Office and appoint a Chief (nee Heuer) “gun grab.” meet the needs of law-abiding Provincial Firearms Officer. On November 4, 2020, Mrs. Albertans are encouraged to Albertans. This work will This is a great way to support Esther West (nee. Heuer) share their opinions through support responsible gun the hundreds of thousands of passed away at the age of 84 an online survey and through owners, as will the law-abiding firearms owners in years. two telephone town hall events establishment of a provincial Alberta. Safe use of our Esther will be lovingly being held on Nov. 17 and 23. firearms office and the firearms is ingrained in remembered by her children, Information on participating in appointment of a chief Alberta’s culture – it is part of Lillian, Larry (Shelley), T.J., these activities is available provincial firearms officer who we are,” comments David Gordie, Tracey (Alex), Gerry, through the Alberta Firearms (CPFO). Schoenberg, north central Jason (Elana), and J.T. (Sarah); Advisory Committee website. An implementation team has zone director of the grandchildren, Meaghan, Each town hall will be able to been set up to oversee the International Practical Bryce, Courtney, Haeliegh, accommodate 1,000 people transition to the provincial Shooting Confederation, Kierra, Daelan, Reece, Peyton and will be filled on a first- firearms office, and this winter Alberta. and Tatum; great-grandchildren, Blair, Oaklyn, Jagger and Radek; brother, Kenny (Pat) and sister come, first-served basis. they will begin a process to •On May 1, 2020, the federal Nancy; brother-in-law, Jim; as well as numerous “The Government of Alberta identify a suitable CPFO. The government prohibited buying, nieces , nephews, relatives and friends. Esther was is committed to protecting Chief Provincial Firearms using and selling thousands of predeceased by her husband, Norman; parents, public safety and ensuring law- Office will be operational next firearms. Dora and John; brother, Arnold (Evelyn) and sister, abiding firearms owners are summer. •The federal Canadian Doreen. respected. Recent legislation “This engagement will help Firearms Program is Esther's unwavering support for her family's announced by the federal the committee develop responsible for the involvement in community organizations and sports government would punish recommendations on how the administration of the Firearms whether it was hockey, soccer, volleyball, curling, hard-working farmers, hunters province of Alberta can better Act and regulations, and works baseball or cheer will be greatly missed. She was and other lawful gun owners, assert itself in areas of closely with partners and without doubt the Edmonton Eskimos biggest fan. while failing to address the provincial jurisdiction. Alberta’s stakeholders to promote Esther was a strong willed woman with a kind heart. true problem: the flow of illegal long history of responsible firearms safety. Thank you to the Rosslyn Place coffee group and firearms throughout Canada firearms ownership by law- •The program’s latest report staff and the Red Hatters for the many gatherings from south of the border. abiding citizens deserves and special memories. highlights the following: Albertans must be heard, and respect; so do Albertans’ 3,427 firearms were seized The family is eternally grateful to Dr. Justin Ezekowitz, these consultations will help property rights. The committee by public service agencies in nurse, Quentin Kushnerik, and nurse practioner, Jissy Alberta’s government develop will also make Alberta during 2018. Thomas at the Mazankowski Heart Institute. a responsible firearms-use recommendations on how a Nationally, 25,430 were A Memorial Service will be held at a future date. policy that deters criminals Chief Provincial Firearms seized. without attacking law-abiding Officer can strengthen the In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to •Across Canada, between gun owners – and in turn free administration of the firearms the Mazankowski Heart Institute, 11220 – 83 Avenue, 2014 and 2018, 84,576 up the courts for serious program to improve services Edmonton, AB T6G 2B7 and Canadian Diabetes firearms registrations were matters,” states , for gun owners,” notes MLA for Association, #220, 6223 – 2 Street SE, refused or revoked. Calgary, AB T2H 1J5. Minister of Justice and Brooks-Medicine Hat Michaela •There are 316,791 licensed Solicitor General. Glasgo, chair of the Alberta Photos, memories, and condolences firearms owners in Alberta. The Alberta Firearms Firearms Advisory Committee. may be shared through •At the end of December Advisory Committee, chaired “I encourage gun owners www.parkmemorial.com. 2018, there were 218,305 by Brooks-Medicine Hat MLA across Alberta to make their Park Memorial firearms registered to Michaela Glasgo, is examining voices heard because we are Edmonton 780-426-0050 businesses or individuals in Family Owned Funeral Home the impact of the federal ban stronger together. I also the province. Crematorium, Reception Centre of more than 1,500 firearms. In commend the provincial THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A7

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NORTH CORRIDOR CO-OP 7575tthh AnnivAnniverersarsaryy CelebrCelebrationsations In addition to our 75th anniversary $2500 prize th BRBRACEACE YYOURSELFOURSELF Jan 4 North Corridor Co-op will draw for 2 - 75 second shopping sprees. One shopping spree will be awarded at each North Corridor Co-op food store in Boyle & Thorhild So make sure you get your qualifying entries in for your chance to win the great 75th Anniversary prizes AA SHOPPINGSHOPPING SPREESPREE ISIS COMINGCOMING North Corridor Co-op is giving away! THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A8 eThe XHeartlandtra OCTOBER JOB NUMBERS FOR ALBERTA HEADED IN A POSTIVE DIRECTION Minister of Jobs, Economy and Innovation issued the following statement about the October Labour Force Survey: “Today’s job numbers from Statistics Canada show that while there is still a lot of work to be done, Alberta is on the path to recovery. “With five consecutive months of growth, the addition of 23,400 jobs in October means that our province has now recovered 258,400 jobs that were lost during the pandemic. The majority of these jobs were full time. “Alberta’s unemployment rate has fallen four months in a row, dropped by a full percentage point in October and is down almost five per cent from its peak. “Alberta’s Recovery Plan is a bold vision to create jobs, diversify our Royal Canadian Legion Thorhild Branch 234 piper Brian Barnes and member Shirleyann Olchowy participate in the economy, and build a better future Remembrance Day ceremony Nov. 11. for our province. In the weeks and months to come, our government will continue our tireless work to ALBERTA CELEBRATES ensure that we are creating the best conditions to get Albertans back to work.” --Minister of Jobs, Economy and MÉTIS SPIRIT AND CULTURE Innovation Doug Schweitzer Indigenous Relations Minister “Our province is home to more great Métis leader Louis Riel, a Rick Wilson issued the following than 114,000 Métis people, the champion of Métis rights, is LAMONT DENTURE statement to recognize Métis Week: largest population in Western commemorated on Nov. 16, the “The proud and strong spirit of Canada and the second largest in anniversary of his hanging. CLINIC Métis people will shine brightly the country. “Today, Métis people continue to Mel Lucyshyn Denturist across Alberta during Métis Week. I “Alberta is the only province with contribute to the cultural, social and encourage all Albertans to join this land set aside for Métis people – economic fabric of our province. Why Pay More For Your Denture Needs? celebration of culture, language, the eight Metis Settlements with “Take the time to explore the Upper & Lower Dentures To Fit history, and the contributions of the 1.25 million acres. vibrant Métis culture and celebrate Métis people of Alberta. “Every year, the memory of the Relines NEW the unique and DENTURES valued Repairs contributions Same day Upper or Lower Métis people Service $100000 make to Alberta. --Indigenous Social Assistance - No Charge For Appointments Call 780-984-1775 Relations Dental Plans Accepted Minister Rick Seniors Who Qualify - No Charge Wilson Some Conditions and Restrictions Apply - Call For Details.

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS & DECORATION CONTEST The Council of the VILLAGE OF WASKATENAU wishes to "Light Up the Town" & by doing this urges all residents & commercial businesses to join the fun & celebration of Christmas 2020 & enter this year's CHRISTMAS LIGHTS & DECORATION CONTEST. Contest rules are easy: • No Entry Fee • No application to complete • Judging deadline is January 1/2021 • Two prizes awarded: • 1. Residential Award - $75.00 • 2. Commercial Award - $75.00 Baker Jocelyne Schoenberger (L-R) chats with shoppers Cherie and Margaret Koenig as they admire • Winners will be announced her cakes at the Morinville Rendez-Vous Centre annual Apple Fest and Craft Sale Nov. 7. “We try to HAVE FUN AND LET'S MAKE THIS SEASON come every year,” said Margaret. Schoenberger has participated in the Apple Fest about 10 years. A LITTLE BRIGHTER. THE Heartland eXtra, Morinville-Redwater, AB., 780-942-2023, email: [email protected], www.cowleynewspapers.com, Wednesday, November 18, 2020, Page A9

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