LAC STE. ANNE COUNTY August 25, 2020 - Community Voice
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Serving: Alberta Beach, Barrhead, Calahoo, Cherhill, Darwell, Glenevis, Gunn, Lac Ste. Anne County,
Mayerthorpe, Onoway, Rich Valley, Rochfort Bridge, Sangudo, Whitecourt, Spruce Grove and Stony Plain.
August 25, 2020
LAC STE. ANNE COUNTY
NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
Submitted by Lac Ste. • September 21, 2020 - Meetings begin at 9:30 am.
Anne County County Council Meeting Please visit LSAC.ca/agen-
• September 22, 2020 - das for meeting agendas. To
Council Meetings Agricultural Service Board address Council, appoint-
• September 2, 2020 - Mu- Meeting ments must be booked at
nicipal Planning Commis- Council meetings are least 8 working days prior.
sion Meeting held the second and fourth
• September 10, 2020 - Thursdays of each month Continued on Page 3
County Council Meeting unless otherwise noted.
ARMY CADET TRAINING
BEGINS IN OCTOBER
Submitted by R R Heinz, This unusual directive is out the activities of Cadets,
CD, Captain, Command- based on the main priority and can register beginning
ing Officer | 3053 (Lac of keeping cadets, staff and September 1st online at
Ste Anne) RCACC the public safe during these cadets.ca Returning Army
uncertain times. The cadet cadets will re-register with
On September 18, 2020 movement does not want 3053 RCACC at the Onoway
Brigadier General D. Co- to be a vector for transmis- Heritage Centre on the first
chrane, Formation Com- sion of the virus. It is ex- parade night on October
mander of Cadets and pected that when in-person 7th at 1900hrs. New recruits
Canadian Junior Rangers training commenced, all will also be welcome at this
issued a directive regarding members of the Canadian time. More details will be
the upcoming training year. Cadet Movement will be re- published closer to the start
The new orders are that quired to wear non-medical up date as to what will be
all cadet in-person training masks for the majority of expected of all.
would be DELAYED until the training and community During these unprece-
October 1st, 2020 due to the services activities. Further dented times, my staff and
current uncertainty with orders regarding the new I encourage all members
the covid pandemic. protocols will be issued in involved with our great
Also, that all fundraising is mid-September. unit to stay positive and
not allowed until further di- New recruits (ages 12 and safe, and we will meet again
rection is issued from DND. up) are encouraged to check soon.
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ALBERTA RCMP EXPLAINS
HOW TO REDUCE
RISKS ON THE WATER
Submitted by Alberta that we can safely enjoy our • Check both water and
RCMP waterways. weather conditions before
Between January 2016 heading out on a lake or riv-
Edmonton - Every year as and July 2020, there were er. Weather can change and
summer sets in and more 67 drowning fatalities in quickly become dangerous.
Albertans take to our pro- Alberta. Seventy-five per- • Ensure there are enough
vincial rivers and lakes, cent of the individuals who lifejackets or Personal Floa-
there is an unfortunate in- drowned were over the age tation Devices for every
crease of water-related ac- of 21, and 70% of the inci- person on a watercraft.
cidents and fatalities. It is dents occurred on a lake or • Ensure boats have a
important to understand river. From January 2020 to safety kit and cell phone on
the risks associated with date, there has been a to- board in case of emergen-
water activities and take tal of five fatalities due to cies.
necessary precautions so drowning. • Never operate a boat
To reduce the risks of while under the influence of
drowning and promote drugs or alcohol.
water-safety, RCMP asks • Avoid climbing rocks or
Albertans to remember the cliffs near water for photo
following: op purposes. A selfie should
• Children must be su- never compromise your
pervised by an adult while safety.
swimming. By being properly pre-
• Children and inexperi- pared and implementing
enced swimmers should al- water-safety best practices,
ways wear a lifejacket when we can all do our part to
in the water. prevent drowning fatalities.
August 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 3
Lac Ste. Anne County News Highlights
Continued from Page 1 Nakamun Lake scheduled farm equipment on road- decisions that will affect the
for upcoming visits. ways, drive the appropriate region both today and in the
PUBLIC NOTICE: Meeting The subdivisions of West- speed limit, and stick to your years to come. Visit LSAC.
dates rescheduled lake, Bay Bridge, Birchwood, side of the road — especially ca/budget2021 to review the
Pursuant to Section 193 of and Mayfair Park are also during curves and hills. Mo- facts, and to lend your voice
the Municipal Government scheduled for inspection torists are thanked for their to the process.
Act, be advised that Lac prior to the season’s end. patience and courtesy as we 8TH ANNUAL PHOTO
Ste. Anne County Council This scheduling is subject to share the motorways this CONTEST UNDERWAY
has canceled its Septem- change. harvest season. Show off your best shots
ber 24, 2020 regular sched- Visit LSAC.ca/weeds for Visit LSAC.ca/agriculture for a chance to win $100!
uled Council meeting. This County weed control up- for more farm transport Whether you’re a sea-
meeting has been moved to dates and resources. safety tips. soned shooter or an amateur
Monday, September 21, 2020 PLEASE PRACTICE FARM BUDGET INSIGHTS shutter bug, you’re invited
commencing at 9:30 am in TRAFFIC SAFETY Share your thoughts on the to share your take on what
the County Council Cham- Many farm-related fatali- 2021 budget planning pro- makes the County an excep-
bers at 56521 Range Road 65, ties are traffic-related. cess. tional place in which to live,
Lac Ste. Anne County, AB. With the summer season When preparing the bud- work and play!
WEED INSPECTION AC- drawing to a close, there get, County Council is tasked Winners will receive $100
TIVITIES CONTINUE is an increase of farming with making the best use of (only one prize per entrant),
Program targets noxious equipment on the region’s financial resources while and the winning photos will
and prohibited noxious roadways. When driving at the same time trying to be featured in the 2021 cal-
weeds. during harvest time, please continue to provide the lev- endar that’s produced by the
The County’s Agricultural remain mindful of the po- el of service ratepayers have County at the end of the con-
Services department contin- tential of meeting a larger come to expect. test.
ues its weed inspection pro- piece of machinery. Share your input into the
gram with properties around Keep your distance from programs, services and fiscal Continued on Page 16
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BLUE-GREEN ALGAE (CYANOBACTERIA)
BLOOM ADVISORY ISSUED FOR
MATCHAYAW (DEVIL’S) LAKE
Submitted by Alberta green algae (cyanobacteria) • Consider limiting human People who come in contact
Health Services blooms. If contact occurs, consumption of whole fish and with visible blue-green algae
wash with tap water as soon as fish trimmings from this lake, or who ingest water containing
A blue-green algae (cyano- possible. as it is known that fish may blue-green algae may experi-
bacteria) bloom has been iden- • Do not swim or wade, or al- store toxins in their liver. (Peo- ence skin irritation, rash, sore
tified in areas of Matchayaw low your pets to swim or wade ple can safely consume fish fil- throat, sore red eyes, swollen
(Devil’s) Lake. Visitors to this in any areas where blue-green lets from this lake). lips, fever, nausea and vom-
lake, as well as residents living algae (cyanobacteria) is visible. As always, visitors and res- iting and/or diarrhea. Symp-
near the shores, are advised to • Do not feed whole fish or idents are reminded to never toms usually appear within
take the following precautions: fish trimmings from this lake drink or cook with untreated one to three hours and resolve
• Avoid all contact with blue- to your pets. water directly from any recre- in one to two days. Symptoms
ational body of water, includ- in children are often more pro-
ing Matchayaw (Devil’s) Lake, nounced; however, all humans
at any time. Boiling of this wa- are at risk of these symptoms.
ter will not remove the toxins Exposure to the blue-green
produced by blue-green algae. algae may be fatal to pets.
An alternate source of drinking Weather and wind conditions
water should also be provided can cause algae blooms to
for pets and livestock, while move from one location in the
this advisory is active. lake to another. As such, this
Blue-green algae is naturally advisory will remain in effect
occurring, and often becomes for Matchayaw (Devil’s) Lake,
visible when weather condi- until further notice. Please
tions are calm. Appearing like note that areas of Matchay-
scum, grass clippings, fuzz or aw (Devil’s) Lake in which the
globs on the surface of water, blue-green algae bloom is NOT
blue-green algae can be blue- visible can still be used for rec-
green, greenish-brown, brown, reational purposes, even while
and/or pinkish-red, and often this blue-green algae Health
smell musty or grassy. Advisory is in place.
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TRUDEAU PROROGUES
PARLIAMENT AMID WE SCANDAL
Submitted by Gerald So- ing to get to the bottom of all answer is that a sitting Prime speech will be delivered on
roka, MP for Yellowhead of this. Conservatives have Minister reserves the right September 23rd and follow-
made huge headway on this to request that the Governor ing that there will be a vote of
Justin Trudeau and the Lib- fact-finding mission. In fact, General prorogue the House no confidence and if passed,
eral government are wrapped within 24 hours of MP Pierre of Commons. Trudeau re- would trigger an election.
up in a scandal once again; Poilievre receiving 5000 pag- quested a prorogation and If Trudeau wanted to intro-
this time they needed to pro- es of redacted documents re- his handpicked Governor duce a throne speech and test
rogue Parliament. Prime Min- garding the WE scandal, Min- General Julie Payette com- the confidence of the House,
ister Justin Trudeau is under ister of Finance Bill Morneau plied. Proroguing the House he could have simply allowed
investigation by the Conflict resigned, and Trudeau asked of Commons effectively re- these important committees
of Interest and Ethics Com- the Governor General to pro- sets it to a post-election state to continue their work and
missioner for the third time rogue parliament. without having an election. then prorogue Parliament in
since 2015. First, he was un- What does it really mean to This means there is now no the days before his proposed
der investigation for illegally prorogue Parliament? Many business on the docket and no date for a Speech from the
accepting a vacation to the people have reached out ask- committees formed. Already, Throne (September 23rd). In-
Aga Khan’s private island in ing questions as to what this during the COVID Committee, stead he chose to shut down
2016. Last year he was under means and why Trudeau can our ability to hold the Liberals the Opposition’s last avenue
investigation for the SNC La- prorogue Parliament with- to account was limited. Now, it for accountability so that he
valin scandal. Now, Trudeau is out holding a vote on it. The is non-existent. A new throne can avoid the tough questions.
dealing with his latest ethical
lapse, the WE scandal
Back in April, Trudeau an-
nounced the Canada Student
Service Grant (CSSG). This
was one of many programs
the government had an-
nounced to help Canadians
get through the COVID-19
pandemic. The stated objec-
tive of the program was to
deliver financial compensa-
tion to students volunteering
over the summer. These funds
would have helped many
youths finance their education
upon returning to school in
the fall. Instead, the money for
this program ended up in the
hands of Trudeau’s friends at
WE Charity. The government
repeatedly claimed that WE
was the only organization ca-
pable of running this program
despite the fact that WE Char-
ity had no experience running
a program of this size ever be-
fore. When the $900,000,000
contract was awarded it did
not even go to WE Charity, it
was sent to a shell corporation
setup by WE with no financial
history.
In July, WE Charity backed
out of the deal after Conserva-
tives discovered that Trudeau
did not recuse himself from
the decision to award WE this
contract. Additionally, it was
discovered that Trudeau’s
family had received $500,000
in compensation from WE
since he had been elected
Prime Minister. Conservatives
have been using the tools at
our disposal and working
hard to get answers for Cana-
dians. Since the news initially
broke, the Finance Commit-
tee and the Ethics Committee
have been tirelessly attempt-
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AUGUST 2020
August 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 9
A BUYER’S GUIDE TO HOME
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS
Few experiences provide as 2009 and 2019. An energy-effi- lot of costly electricity should each unit, and the higher the
much relief as walking into a cient unit can help homeown- be every homeowner’s goal. number, the more efficient the
cool room on a hot summer ers save considerable amounts The U.S. Department of Energy unit.
day. Air conditioning systems of money, so homeowners employs the Seasonal Energy Home air conditioning sys-
make such experiences possi- can ask their technicians to Efficiency Rating, or SEER, to tems are costly. But the right
ble, and homeowners’ decision recommend energy-efficient inform consumers about the choice of unit can keep homes
in regard to which one to in- units that suit their homes. A efficiency of each air condi- cool without costing home-
stall in their homes is signifi- unit that adequately cools a tioner. This rating is noted on owners a fortune in energy
cant. home without consuming a the Energy Guide® label on costs.
Homeowners may not know
where to begin in regard to
finding the right air condi-
tioning system for their home.
According to the Air-Condi-
tioning, Heating, & Refrigera-
tion Institute, the best systems
provide steady, dependable
performance for many years
when sized correctly for the
home. Correct installation and
routine maintenance also can
ensure homeowners’ air con-
ditioning systems withstand
the test of time.
How do I know which size is
best?
When shopping for new air
conditioning systems, home-
owners must consider a host of
factors to ensure they get the
best match. The AHRI notes
that the home’s age, the num-
ber and quality of its windows,
how well it’s insulated, the
number of stories it has, and
its square footage are among
the factors to consider. Home-
owners can benefit from work-
ing with trained technicians
who can investigate each of
these factors and recommend
the correct system. The AHRI
recommends homeowners ask
their technicians to perform a
Manual J analysis, which is a
standardized formula that can
help homeowners get the per-
fect system for their homes.
What about energy efficien-
cy?
Energy efficiency is an im-
portant consideration when
purchasing a new air condi-
tioner for a home. Energy rates
vary depending on where a
person lives, but rates remain
pretty high across the board.
The Energy Information As-
sociation notes that residen-
tial electricity rates increased
throughout the United States
by about 15 percent between
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5 TIPS TO PREPARE FOR
WINDOW REPLACEMENT
Winter is coming, and for considerably between De- housing materials may com- where to start. These guide-
millions of people who re- cember and March, that promise your ability to do lines can help the process
side in areas of the country means prioritizing staying just that. along.
that see the mercury drop warm. Inefficient or aging Drafts from doors, poorly 1. Get several estimates. Ask
protected attics and base- for recommendations from
ments and aging windows neighbors or other people in
may force heating systems your area on which compa-
to work extra hard to main- nies they used to install their
tain interior temperatures. replacement windows. When
Replacing old windows you interview the prospects,
can make a home quieter by ask several questions about
blocking out exterior nois- how they go about installing
es. Consumer Reports also the windows. Questions can
notes that new windows are include:
often easier to clean and • How long will the
maintain than older variet- project take?
ies. • Will I need to re-
Many homeowners are in- main home during the pro-
terested in replacing their cess?
windows, but may not know • Do you discard ofAugust 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 11 5 Tips To Prepare For Window Replacement old debris? the home and other fix- sumer Reports offers un- • What is the proto- tures. Choose windows that biased reviews on various col for installation during have locks or latches that window brands and can help inclement weather? can match those features homeowners make sound 2. Research permits. Most for continuity of style. Think decisions. home renovation projects about choosing a different 5. Prepare for installation. need to be approved by the style or frame color of the Clear pathways, remove local municipality. Go to the window, or a different type window treatments and dis- permit office and find out the of window to improve effi- connect window alarm sys- requirements. Some window ciency and function. tems. Plan for one to two contractors will include se- 4. Research top window days of installation, advis- curing permits in the cost of manufacturers. It’s tempting es Andersen Windows and the project. After the project to purchase windows based Doors. Keep pets and chil- is completed, an inspector on price alone, but replace- dren away from work areas. will come by and ensure the ment windows are often a Replacement windows can work was done according to decision that only has to be be a smart investment. New code. made once or twice for the windows can improve the 3. Change up the appear- life of the home. Invest in look of a home, reduce heat- ance. Look at the type of durable windows that will ing costs and can keep inte- hardware you have around have staying power. Con- rior spaces comfortable.
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GET AHEAD OF CHIMNEY
REPAIR THIS SEASON
Woodburning fireplaces or some simple steps to keep Spalling is the wearing away life. The chimney cap attaches
fuel stoves can add warmth their chimneys in tip-top of masonry due to water, to the flue liner, so outside di-
and ambiance to a home. shape. Certain components of weather and time. If enough mensions should be taken to
These appliances are partic- chimney maintenance are do- of the material erodes, that ensure the cap is the right size
ularly coveted in the cooler it-yourself tasks, while others erosion can adversely affect for the chimney.
months when people spend may be better left to the pro- the structural integrity of the • Have the chimney swept.
more time indoors. Mainte- fessionals. chimney. Some repairs can be Sweeping helps remove the
nance is necessary in order • Start from the inside and made by patching up cracks soot and debris that clings to
for fireplaces and stoves to ensure that dampers are or replacing missing bricks. the inside of the flue, known
function safely, and that up- working properly. When us- Chimney tuckpointing is the as creosote. The amount of
keep must include paying ing fireplaces and other ap- process of repairing mortar. time the fireplace is used
close attention to the func- pliances, dampers need to be • Think about waterproofing will determine how often the
tionality of the chimney. open to allow smoke to vent the chimney to prevent dam- chimney must be cleaned.
Chimneys are designed to outside; otherwise, smoke will age. A water sealant applied Generally speaking, the chim-
last for decades. Cracks and be trapped in the home and to the outside of the chimney ney liner needs to be cleaned
spalling in brick chimneys are could lead to carbon monox- can prevent moisture from if it has 1/8-inch or more of
common concerns that can ide buildup. Dampers need to breaking down the masonry. soot.
cause significant damage if be fixed or replaced if they are • Inspect and replace the Regular inspection and
left unchecked. not operational. Replacement chimney cap if it is worn out. A maintenance can help keep
Chimney maintenance in- fireplace dampers should be chimney cap is a contraption a chimney working safely for
volves more than cleaning the snug and not have any gaps, that sits atop the chimney to decades. For those who do not
flue. Rather than running the states Vertical Chimney Care. allow the smoke to vent while like working at such an eleva-
risk of costly repairs, which • Conduct a visual inspec- also preventing critters and tion, leave exterior chimney
can cost several thousand tion of the chimney to check water from going inside the repair to a certified profes-
dollars, homeowners can take for any cracks or spalling. flue, helping to extend the flue sional.August 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 13
SIGNS YOUR GUTTERS
ARE IN NEED OF REPAIR
Fall is a great time to tackle owners to learn the signs that an inexpensive yet highly ef- of the gutter closest to your
projects around the house. The gutters are in need of repair or fective solution. home. When that happens, wa-
weather each fall allows home- replacement. • Gutter separation: Gutters ter is coming down the side of
owners to make improvements • Gutters hanging off the that are no longer fastened to- the house, causing the paint to
to their homes’ exteriors with- home: Gutters were once in- gether can leak and contribute peel. In such instances, replac-
out worrying about extreme stalled predominantly with to issues that affect the home’s ing the gutters is often neces-
heat or cold, while interior spikes. However, many indus- foundation, siding and appear- sary.
projects like painting are made try professionals now install ance. Clogs and the accumu- • Basement flooding:
easier because homeowners gutters with hanger brackets. lation of debris can cause gut- Not all signs of deteriorating
can open the windows to allow Why the change? Spikes loos- ters to separate because they gutters are outside a home.
for proper ventilation. en over time, leading to the are not designed to hold too Many a homeowner has been
Fall also marks a great time gutters hanging off the home. much weight. Replacement of flummoxed by flooding in their
to prepare for upcoming proj- That can contribute to serious separated gutters may or may basements, and such flooding
ects that can make winter work issues if left untreated. Gutters not be necessary depending on can be caused by aging, inef-
that much easier. For example, hanging off the home need not how big the problem is and the fective gutters. That’s because
fall is a great time to take stock necessarily be replaced, but condition of the existing gut- deteriorating gutters some-
of your gutters so you can ad- rather secured to the home, ters. If replacement is not nec- times allow water to leak near
dress any issues before leaves ideally with hanger brackets essary, separated gutters may the foundation of a home, con-
begin to fall or the first snow- instead of spikes. Brackets be remedied by securing the tributing to basement flooding.
storm touches down. Compro- hook into the front of the gut- joints, another relatively sim- Fall is an ideal time to inspect
mised gutters can contribute to ter and are then screwed into ple and inexpensive fix. gutters and have any issues
water issues in basements and the fascia of a home. A pro- • Peeling exterior paint: Paint fixed before leaves begin to
adversely affect a home’s foun- fessional who specializes in that appears to be peeling off fall or harsh winter weather
dation if not addressed imme- gutter repair can perform this of your home may indicate that arrives.
diately, so it behooves home- task relatively quickly, and it’s water is seeping over the edgePage 14 CommunityVOICE August 25, 2020
THE
RCMP
WANTS
TO HEAR
FROM
YOUTH
Submitted by Royal Ca-
nadian Mounted Police
To best support young peo-
ple, we need to listen to them.
That’s exactly why the RCMP
has a National Youth Advisory
Committee (NYAC).
Help us find the young lead-
ers who will make up the
2020-2021 NYAC! Applicants
must be:
- Canadian residents
- Between the ages of 13 and
21
- Ready to engage for two to
four hours per month on an
online forum, from October to
June
The deadline to submit an
application is September 11,
2020.
What’s in it for them? There
are many reasons youth
should get involved, including:
• Help shape RCMP youth
programs and strategies
• Connect with youth from
coast to coast to coast
• Hear from and interact with
RCMP officers and experts
• Get a reference letter and
volunteer hours
NYAC members discuss im-
portant issues they face in
their communities. Their in-
sight can help create positive
change. Help us spread the
word. For all the details, visit
the RCMP website.
“I really enjoyed being a part
of the NYAC. I have a lot to say,
and it feels great knowing that
my perspective is reaching a
larger audience who will use
it to help others!” - Ariel, 15
years old, 2018 NYAC member
from British Columbia
Quick facts
• Youth are a priority for the
RCMP. The NYAC helps the
RCMP create relevant youth
programs.
• The deadline to apply for
the 2020-21 NYAC is Septem-
ber 11, 2020.
• To request an application
form, send an email to RCMP.
Youth-Jeunesse.GRC@rc-
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DON’T LET GOLFING PAIN
BE PAR FOR THE COURSE
A little know-how can help can help prevent or reduce feel a stretch in the side of feel a slight stretch in the
golfers avoid unnecessary in- the impact of injuries: your back. shoulder of your lower arm.
jury. Considering the number Side bending stretch 4. Hold for 15 seconds and Hold for 15 seconds.
of times a swing is repeated 1. Stand with feet shoul- repeat twice for each side. 3. Gently pull the club down
during a game, it’s not sur- der-width apart. Shoulder stretch with your bottom hand until
prising that the season often 2. Hold the golf club above 1. Hold the shaft of a golf you feel a stretch in the top
ends early for those who are your head with your arms club vertically behind your shoulder and arm.
not physically prepared. straight. back. 4. Hold for 15 seconds.
Below are a few simple 3. Slowly bend to one side, 2. Gently pull the club up 5. Reverse hand positions
stretching techniques that without rotating, until you with your top hand until you and repeat.
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT GOLF
Golf is played all over the Teachers Federation defines fied by a number. The lower from “cadet,” the French
globe. Golf is one of the handicap as “a measure of a the number, the better the word for “student.”
world’s oldest sports, boast- player’s current ability over golfer is.” • A regulation golf ball con-
ing a rich history. Golf is a an entire round of golf, signi- • The word “caddy” comes tains 336 dimples.
sport of skill, that can involve
not only athletic prowess, but
also brain power. Here are
some interesting facts about
the game.
• To this date, golf is only one
of two games to be played on
the moon. The other is a jav-
elin throw.
• Long before the advent
of tees, golfers played off of
hand-built sand piles.
• In 1889, Ab Smith inad-
vertently coined the phrase
“birdie,” when he hit a shot he
defined as a “bird of a shot.”
• Making a hole-in-one
during a round of golf is
quite a challenge. However,
the odds of making two are
incredibly low, at one in 64
million.
• Only around 20 percent of
golfers have a handicap be-
low 18. The United States GolfPage 16 CommunityVOICE August 25, 2020
COMPUTER RECYCLING IN CANADA,
CALGARY DONATION TO ALEXIS
FIRST NATION SCHOOL WITH THE
HELP OF MLA SHANE GETSON
Submitted by Electron- saying “It takes a community others within their communi- ment oversees On Reserve
ic Recycling Association to raise a child” is something ty, as well as have the ability and Off Reserve school aged
the community practices. to excel in their educational students K-12 who reside on
The Electronic Recycling Alexis students honor their endeavors. Hat’s off to the the Nation which includes
Association (ERA) and connection to their commu- folks at the Electronics Re- Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation
long-standing donor Shell nity and their ancestors who cycling Association for their School & Northern Gateway
Canada will be working with have taught them to be spir- donation, and the work that School Division (Darwell, On-
MLA Shane Getson to donate itual, humble, independent they do.” oway Elementary, Onoway
50 laptops, 5 projectors, and 5 and hardworking individuals. Jr/Sr High). Our student pop-
printers to the Alexis Nakota The community’s goal is to About the Electronic Recy- ulation is about 180 students
Sioux Nation School. Chief raise the level of education in cling Association on average per year.
Tony Alexis and board mem- their great nation! The Electronic Recycling As- About MLA Shane Getson
bers will be in attendance to “Thank you to ERA for their sociation (ERA) is a non-prof- Shane was elected to the
receive the generous dona- donation to our school to it organization founded in Legislative Assembly for
tion. help our students strive and 2004 to address the growing the Constituency of Lac Ste.
Bojan Paduh, Founder of the achieve their future goals, problem of e-waste and the Anne-Parkland on April 16,
ERA, states: “We are thrilled this is the best investment increasing ‘digital divide’. For 2019 Previously he worked
to work alongside Shell Can- that our students can receive. over fifteen years, ERA has in the energy sector and con-
ada as we continue to donate Again, with much apprecia- offered simple solutions to struction industry, supervis-
technology together to those tion we would like to extend help individuals and organi- ing major projects all over
in need. Due to the circum- our gratitude. “ Pinamiyad” zations prevent operational North America for over two
stances surrounding Covid- (thank you in our language),” equipment from premature decades. He graduated from
19, students require laptops said assistant director Jas- destruction. With a focus on NAIT with a Civil Engineer-
now more than ever and it is mine Alexis. recovery, refurbishment and ing diploma in 1996.With the
of the highest importance to MLA Shane Getson de- reuse, ERA continuously sup- support of his wife and 4 chil-
Shell and ERA to support the clared, “The gift of Tools for plies charitable groups with dren, Shane entered politics,
education of our future gen- Education is Priceless, and donated IT equipment while winning the nomination and
erations. We also thank MLA in this electronic age, with securely managing the retir- subsequently the April 2019
Getson for his involvement in the current events of remote ing IT assets of organizations election representing the
the community and his sup- learning, and access to the and individuals across Cana- United Conservative Party. At
port of our donation event.” internet, this donation is ex- da. the end of his first Legislative
Alexis is a caring commu- cellent. I am sure the students About Alexis Nakota Sioux session, he was voted “Best
nity that works together in will enjoy the ability to con- Nation School Debater” by his fellow MLA’s.
raising their children. The nect with the outside world, Alexis Education Depart-
Lac Ste. Anne County News Highlights
Continued from Page 3 field inspections of proper- COVID-19, we’re taking a in a draw for the grand prize
ties throughout Lac Ste. Anne break from the Rural Beauti- (prize to be confirmed).
All entries must be received County over the next few fication Contest and Tour this Enter Rural Beautification
no later than Thursday, Oc- months. year; instead, we invite you to 2020 today by visiting LSAC.
tober 8. To qualify, photos The County conducts as- share the diversity of trees, ca/horticulture.
must be taken within the Lac sessments each year that shrubs and perennials in your MOBILE MAMMOGRAM
Ste. Anne County boundaries. reflect the market value for landscape. SCREEN TEST RETURNS
Photo submissions will be property or the typical net As a participant you’ll re- Call 1.800.667.0604 to book.
posted on the County web- annual rental rate for busi- ceive a gardeners gift pack- Alberta Health Services is
site, where the public can ness, as provisioned by the age that includes a full colour pleased to bring its Mobile
vote for their favourites. Municipal Government Act. plant hardiness zone wall Mammography Clinic to the
Visit LSAC.ca/photo-con- For further information, map, a gardeners gift pack- Onoway Heritage Centre
test to participate, or to vote please visit LSAC.ca/assess- age, garden journal templates from September 21-23. Due to
for your favourite shots! For ment or call the County office and more. COVID-19, precautions will
more information, contact at 1.866.880.5722. What’s more, every partici- be taken to ensure the safety
Cindy Suter at 1.866.880.5722 CALLING ALL RURAL pant is eligible to win one of of clients and staff. Forward
or csuter@LSAC.ca. BEAUTIFICATION 2020 PAR- ten prizes (including a Lee this notice to your female
ASSESSMENT FIELD IN- TICIPANTS Valley gift certificate, and friends, family members and
SPECTIONS UNDERWAY Submit your onine entry to other great items for gar- colleagues who may benefit
Please be advised that As- qualify for prize draws. deners). Last but not least, from this free and discreet
sessors will be conducting Due to the uncertainty of participants will be included service.August 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 17
RCMP LAUNCHES ONLINE CRIME
REPORTING ACROSS THE PROVINCE
Submitted by Alberta • Lost property us capture more intelligence line can be found here: https://
RCMP Incidents must also satisfy when it comes to property ocre-sielc.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/alberta
the following conditions to be crime occurring in all of the We encourage the public
The Alberta RCMP official- reported online: communities we serve. Offer- to report crime online, when
ly rolled out a new, prov- • No witnesses or suspects ing a contactless service is also possible. Reporting less seri-
ince-wide online crime report- • Item(s) lost or stolen must vital in these times when phys- ous crime online helps emer-
ing initiative. The online crime cost less than $5,000 ical distancing is so important.” gency call takers and frontline
reporting tool allows Alber- • Vandalized property will This initiative has already members focus their time on
tans to report select property cost less than $5,000 to repair been piloted in Airdrie, Banff, high-priority calls. We take all
crimes online. This project has • There are no items involv- Cold Lake, Grande Prairie, Red reports of crime seriously and
been initiated to ensure the ing personal identity, firearms, Deer and Strathcona County crime reported online will be
public is able to report select licence plates or decals from June 1, 2020 to present. treated the same as crime re-
crime types in whatever way is All crimes reported online will The link to report a crime on- ported in any other way.
most convenient or accessible be followed up with a phone
to them. A goal for the Alberta call from a police officer in “K”
RCMP is to make sure all crime Division’s Call Back Unit (CBU)
is reported, no matter how within five business days. The
small. This provides the most CBU was created to ensure all
accurate crime data and allows non-urgent calls for service
our resources to be deployed are investigated efficiently and
appropriately in the areas that effectively. “The Alberta RCMP
need it most. is always looking for new op-
Citizens will be able to report portunities to modernize and
the following crimes online: streamline our services for all
• Damage/mischief to prop- Albertans – no matter where
erty under $5,000 they live in the province,” says
• Theft of bicycle under Deputy Commissioner Curtis
$5,000 Zablocki, Commanding Offi-
• Theft under $5,000 cer of Alberta RCMP. “Online
• Theft from vehicle under crime reporting is accessible
$5,000 and convenient, and will help
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EXPANDING COVID-19 TESTING FOR
ASYMPTOMATIC ALBERTANS
Submitted by Govern- leader in testing. We have con- – including physicial distanc- have symptoms similar to
ment of Alberta sistently had the most open ing, masking and hand hygiene COVID-19, such as allergies,
testing approach in Canada, – remain critical to the reduc- must also be booked through
More than 50 Shoppers Drug and I am pleased to partner tion of spread of COVID-19 in AHS.
Mart and Loblaw pharmacies with Shoppers Drug Mart to our province. Quick facts
in Real Canadian Superstore further strengthen our capac- Asymptomatic testing • Alberta has performed
locations are already offering ity.” - Tyler Shandro, Minister Asymptomatic Albertans 837,649 tests on 677,754 Alber-
asymptomatic testing, and by of Health are still encouraged to com- tans.
September 1, 2020 all 234 of “Testing is a powerful tool plete the AHS self-assessment • Strong testing data helps
the company’s pharmacies in that helps us limit the spread tool to book a test, or contact government and public health
Alberta (including pharmacies of COVID-19 and protect peo- a participating community officials understand how our
at Independent Foods, Extra ple from infection. Expanded pharmacy. communities are affected by
Foods, City Market, and No testing capacity will support Each pharmacy adheres to COVID-19 to make public
Frills) will offer asymptomatic additional testing opportuni- strict protocols and has the health decisions.
COVID-19 testing. ties for all Albertans, includ- specialized skills needed to • Only those who have no
This is in addition to prov- ing school teachers and staff. protect patient safety. The symptoms and no known ex-
incewide testing offered via This will provide a baseline pharmacy test is a throat swab, posure to COVID-19 can be
AHS assessment centres and for school re-entry and en- which is sent to Alberta Preci- tested at participating phar-
about 75 other community hance access throughout the sion Labs for analysis. macies.
pharmacies that already offer school year.” - Dr. Deena Hin- Testing at pharmacies is par- • Anyone with COVID-19
tests. Additional community shaw, Chief Medical Officer of ticularly encouraged for all symptoms or known exposure
pharmacies are encouraged to Health teachers and school staff. must complete the COVID-19
register voluntarily to offer as- To support school re-entry, Symptomatic testing self-assessment or call Health
ymptomatic testing. Albertans without symptoms Any Albertan with symptoms Link 811.
To date, more than 837,649 are asked to delay testing until of COVID-19 must book test- • AHS will directly contact
COVID-19 tests have been after the 2020-21 school year ing through AHS, via www.ahs. any Albertan who tests posi-
completed across the prov- starts on Sept.1. ca/covid. tive to discuss the results, be-
ince. All Albertans are also re- Testing appointments for gin contact tracing, and pro-
“Since the beginning of this minded that continued adher- children with pre-exist- tect the public’s health.
pandemic, Alberta has been a ence to public health measures ing medical conditions that
MISERICORDIA COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
BEGINS PHASED REOPENING
Submitted by Alberta Since July 17, 2020, there care facilities, hospitals and in postponed or upcoming ap-
Health Services have been no new COVID-19 the community throughout the pointments and surgeries will
cases linked to the Misericor- Edmonton Zone who worked be contacted to reschedule ap-
EDMONTON – The Miseri- dia’s outbreak. As of August tirelessly to accommodate an pointments and procedures.
cordia Community Hospital 14, 2020 the Misericordia out- increase in patient flow due to Covenant Health and Alberta
will resume Emergency De- break is now considered over the temporary closure of the Health Services want to assure
partment (ED) and labour and site restrictions have been Misericordia. Albertans that the facility is
and delivery services this af- lifted. “The ability of our teams to safe for new admissions.
ternoon and begin a phased “Early in the outbreak at the adapt to the closure of a hos- “Our focus continues to be
reopening of scheduled am- Misericordia, we took signif- pital in the Edmonton Zone on the safety of our patients,
bulatory appointments and icant measures to prevent is a testament to the depth of staff, physicians and visitors in
surgical procedures. the spread of COVID_19 and our capacity to care for Alber- the facility,” said Owen Heisler,
The Misericordia was tem- ensure the safety of patients, tans during a pandemic,” says Chief Medical Officer, Cove-
porarily closed to incoming staff, physicians, and volun- Dr. Zygun. “The hard work and nant Health. “We are extremely
patients, including the ED, teers,” says Dr. David Zygun, vigilance of our staff and phy- grateful for our hard-working
on July 8 as part of Alberta Medical Director, AHS Edmon- sicians across the system have and dedicated physicians and
Health Services’ COVID-19 re- ton Zone. kept hospital transmission staff who cared for patients
sponse to the site’s full facili- “With an abundance of cau- rates low and the environment and each other during the out-
ty outbreak. Existing patients tion, and nearly a month with- safe for patients.” break, both at the Misericor-
within the hospital continued out a new case linked to the Medicine and other hospi- dia or through redeployment
to receive the treatment, care initial outbreak, we are confi- tal inpatient units including throughout the zone.”
and support they required, dent the site is ready to begin the neonatal intensive care AHS and Covenant would like
while labouring mothers and accepting incoming patients to unit that continued to care for to express gratitude to patients
patients with scheduled day a safe environment of care.” patients at the Misericordia and families for their support
procedures were rebooked or AHS and Covenant Health during the temporary closure and patience throughout this
cared for at other Edmonton are grateful to EMS as well as will also begin accepting in- temporary service suspension.
Zone hospitals. staff and physicians at health- coming patients. Patients withAugust 25, 2020 CommunityVOICE Page 19
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