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News  Bell Acquires AxiA Supernet RURAL ALBERTA—On July 3, Bell announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Axia NetMedia Corporation, the Calgary-based operator of SuperNet’s rural assets.

The acquisition ensures the continuation of SuperNet services for rural customers while reportedly enhancing connectivity opportunities for Alberta and national enterprise customers doing business throughout the province.

Terms of the transaction, expected to be complete this fall, will not be disclosed.

Save the Date!

Digital Marketing Workshop September 17 from 10am to 12pm

w/ one on ones 12:30pm to 4:30pm by appt.

Peace River Municipal Library

$20 or $40 w/ one on one. Priority will be

given to not-for-profits & charitable organizations

info. Register by Sept. 10.

Call 780-624-1000 for more

PRSD Relocates Office to Grimshaw

Local Student selected for Minister’s Youth Council PEACE RIVER—Glenmary School student, Broenyn Armstrong, who will be 15 in August, was selected to be on the 2018-2019 Minister’s Youth Council.

Armstrong is one of 33 high school students selected from across Alberta from over 300 applicants and will be the first representative from Glenmary.

The Minister’s Youth Council meets in Edmonton, AB, for four days up to three times per school year to participate in discussions and activities with the Minister of Education David Eggen and Alberta Education staff.

Armstrong says she has several ideas to bring to the Council.

GRIMSHAW—On June 19, the Peace River School Division (PRSD) board of trustees passed a motion to relocate their central office and facility operations to the former Grimshaw Jr. Sr. High School building by a vote of 5-2.

Full approval of the relocation is conditional on the renovation costs not exceeding $1 million.

Administration was directed to prepare a budget and relocation plan by August 21, 2018, for the board to review According to Board Chair Darren Kuester, PRSD’s 20182019 preliminary budget has a deficit of over $400,000.

“The board and management staff have been looking for ways to operate a balanced budget and reduce costs with minimal impact to student learning and success,” said Kuester.

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News  Throw a Block Party in High Level HIGH LEVEL— The Town of High Level’s Community Recreation Department is encouraging High Level residents to organize their very own block parties.

CNL breaks ground on South Regional Waterline Project BACK ROW (left to right): Terry MacEachern, Wood (Project Engineers); Jim McCuaig, Town of Peace River (TOPR) Director of Engineering and Infrastructure; Trent McLaughlin, County of Northern Lights (CNL) Director of Public Works; Karl Coates, EOS (Project Contractors); Ryan Konowalyk, Regional Director of Alberta Transportation; Linda Halabisky, CNL Councillor; Arie Loogman, CNL Councillor; Chris Parker, TOPR CAO; Colin Needham, TOPR Councillor; Kevin Siemens, CNL Utilities Supervisor. FRONT ROW (left to right): Irene Foster, EOS Finance and Administration Manager; Brenda Yasinski, CNL Deputy Reeve; Tom Tarpey, TOPR Mayor; Terry Ungarian, CNL Reeve

61km of Water Pipe COUNTY OF NORTHERN LIGHTS—On July 17, the County of Northern Lights (CNL) hosted a sod turning event to mark the beginning of their $31 million South Regional Waterline project, the single largest project CNL has ever undertaken.

This comes on the heels of Water of Life funding that CNL applied for 12 years ago in conjunction with the Town of Peace River

CNRL Sponsors PR REc Centre

(TOPR). The funding covers 75% of the total budgeted cost to install approximately 61km of pipe from TOPR to the Hamlet of Dixonville plus two truckfill stations along the route. Just last year, notification was received that the second half of the funding was approved.

“This is a very exciting project for the County of Northern Lights. It will

PEACE REGION—Canadian Natural Resources Limited (CNRL) will be receiving naming rights for the fieldhouse in the new Peace Regional Recreation Centre and investing $150,000 over five years to support health and recreation needs of the

provide safe, potable drinking water for our southern wards. To me, it is very much like rural electrification. Electricity was brought in in the ‘50s, natural gas in the ‘70 and now we are bringing in potable water. It is very life changing for rural people,” said County of Northern Lights Reeve Terry Ungarian.

Town of Peace River and surrounding region.

“This phenomenal sponsorship underscores Canadian Natural’s commitment to Peace River and to its employees in the region,” said Peace River

Why? To have fun, meet your neighbours or to make stronger connections. You choose.

The Town wants to make it easy, so they will assist with the planning process and organize road blocks and/or licenses. They do ask that you submit your Block Party Application Form (for road closure) at least 10 business days prior to the event.

For more information or planning templates visit highlevel.ca or call 780-821-4011.

Mayor Tom Tarpey.

The Town of Peace River officially broke ground for the Peace Regional Recreation Centre on June 27, 2017, and the facility is scheduled to open later this year.

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THE ANNUAL FATHER’S DAY FLY-IN BREAKFAST

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n June 17, the Fairview Municipal Airport hosted the annual Father’s Day Fly-In Breakfast.

Event-goers enjoyed a delicious breakfast and got to watch planes from all over the country land as well as meet the pilots and see the planes up close.

Local photographer Sharon Krushel was able to make it with her husband (and pilot), Terry.

“Wow! What a journey! I love flying with Terry and seeing the world from a bird’s perspective— the farmers’ fields forming a patchwork quilt, the intriguing

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pattern of plaids on the land, the ponds and flocks of birds, the cattle-speckled meadows, the curvy creeks and roads and the rows of honeybee houses,” wrote Krushel about the flight in.

A large draw for the event is getting to meet the people behind the aircraft and see the planes up close.

“The people at fly-ins are fascinating, and each airplane owner and enthusiast has a story.

Terry got to tell his ‘homebuiltplane-with-a-Suburu-engine’ story a few times and smile, nod and laugh with fellow pilots over the mechanics, challenges, fun and beauty of machines that fly,” wrote Krushel.

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Among the notable aircraft featured at the event were the historic Canso, which wasn’t able to fly as scheduled, the Alberta Government CL-215 fire fighter water tanker and the Government helicopter attack crew.

“We got to behold the restored Canso again,” said Krushel of the restored WWII bomber—a labour of love by the Fairview Aircraft Restoration Society (FARS).

The event was sponsored by FARS, the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA), the MD of Fairview and the Town of Fairview.

AT THE FAIRVIEW MUNICIPAL AIRPORT Photography by Sharon Krushel, DonaBonaCards.com

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THE G7G RAILWAY PROJECT Proposed rail line could connect Alberta’s oil and commoditites to international markets

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Alberta’s oil to coastal ports for shipment to international markets is challenging. Every attempt to create pipelines out of Alberta has been met with opposition and numerous proposed projects have been cancelled. All hope now rests on the Kinder Morgan expansion, which despite federal government intervention, continues to be faced with road blocks.

But the movement of oil is not the only commodity being challenged with accessing transportation options to move their product. Both forest products and agricultural producers have experienced challenges accessing rail cars to move their product.

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While numerous attempts have been made to resolve this issue, all attempts have been made with a focus on moving product east, west or south.

Perhaps, as Johnny Horton once sang, “north to Alaska” may prove Alberta’s savior. And that is the thinking of more than a dozen northwest Alberta municipalities that have aligned to form the Northern Alberta Advocacy Bureau (NTAB), and that are working together to improve transportation corridors in northwest Canada.

“The Regional Economic Development Initiative (REDI) and the Peace Region Economic

Development Alliance (PREDA) saw an opportunity to work together to address one of our greatest economic barriers—transportation,” said REDI Chair and Mackenzie County Deputy Reeve Lisa Wardley.

“Many of our northwest industries face challenges shipping their commodities out of the region. We need a solution,” Wardley added.

“There have been countless research projects and schematics drawn up to link northeast Alberta with northwest Alberta,” said NTAB Chair and Reeve of Northern Sunrise County, Carolyn Kolebaba.

“We have been looking at this option for more

than 20 years. Now we are expanding that vision to include a corridor that would run from Fort McMurray all the way to Alaska.”

Kolebaba, a long-time advocate for northern development, believes now is the time to make this happen.

“Every major pipeline project leading out of Alberta has been faced with opposition and cancellation,” said Kolebaba.

“We have ports in Alaska that want our commodities, perhaps it is time to deliver.”

Enter Generating for Seven Generations (G7G), an organization that has been working on just that idea.

WHAT IS REDI? The Regional Economic Development Initiative Association for Northwest Alberta (REDI) formed in 2002. It exists to promote and enhance economic growth amongst its member communities and to promote the region as a whole, rather than as individual communities.

REDI is geographically located in the far northwest portion of Alberta and is located within Mackenzie County and the Métis settlement of Paddle Prairie.

Pictured (L to R): Len Wilson, Devon Bilous and Jeff Wilkie.

G7G has been working with First Nations along the entire 2,400 km route of the proposed rail line and has achieved outstanding consensus.

G7G’s proposed rail would be a doubletracked electrified railroad that could move one million barrels of oil per day (bpd) as well as iron ore and minerals from potential new mines in northern BC, the Yukon and the Northwest Territories.

The rail line would also transport forestry and agricultural products.

Matt Vickers, one of the partners with G7G, worked with the engineering firm AECOM on an initial proposal that included a $1.8 million investment from the Government of Alberta for a prefeasibility study.

That study, conducted by the Van Horne Institute in 2015, estimated a conventional doubletracked railroad with a one-million bpd capacity would have a capital cost of $27 billion. Vickers and his partners have met with Asian investors, pension funds and most recently British investors.

“We’re fairly close to securing the financing now,” said Vickers.

Vickers, along with partner Len Wilson and Jeff Wilkie, a representative from a potential investment firm, recently met with Alberta Energy Minister Marg-McCuaig Boyd to review the project.

G7G has also met with representatives from the Prime Minister’s office and the State of Alaska.

For some, this project is just a vision. For others

it is a vision that must come to reality.

“The opportunity to connect our northern communities and move our product is essential,” adds Elaine Garrow, Chair of PREDA and Municipal District of Spirit River Councillor.

“This project would open up value-added opportunities, create employment and engage First Nations.”

“Put quite simply, and to quote Larry the Cable Guy, ‘Let’s getter done,’” she added. fb.com/rediregion rediregion.ca

The region is home to a number of progressive and established resource industries such as agriculture, forestry and oil and gas.

This vibrancy has enabled sustained economic diversification. Husky Energy, Apache Canada, Agricore and Tolko Industries have all made major investments in the REDI region.

Like the northern lights that dance overhead, the REDI region is vibrant and alive.

The region is filled with unique commercial, residential and industrial investment opportunities. This, together with a high regard for family and lifestyle, make the region an amazing place to work and live.

The REDI region has a population of more than 20,000 residents. The main source of revenue for REDI is from annual membership fees and government partner funding.

REDI is registered as a society under The Societies Act of Alberta.

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BUILDING TRADES CAREERS THROUGH PRE-EMPLOYMENT TRAINING

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Travis Wakefield is an NLC student from Slave Lake, AB. While in high school, Wakefield’s interest was piqued by the opportunity to learn a trade while earning his high school diploma. He talked to his high school counselor and enrolled into NLC’s PreEmployment Carpentry program, which provided him with valuable learning experiences.

“I heard about the opportunity in school and talked to my school counselor. I decided to take carpentry, and the program allowed me to earn high school credits and gain hands-on carpentry skills,” said Wakefield.

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the experience,” he said.

During his time at Northern Lakes College, Wakefield represented NLC at Skills Canada, both in 2015 and 2018.

“It was fun, and I learned a lot. Skills Canada is a great learning experience. It was awesome to see all the different levels of trades skills in one place,” said Wakefield.

“The competition made me step up my skills and abilities.”

Today Wakefield is entering into his third year as a carpentry apprentice and works for EDGE Construction & Millwrighting in Slave Lake.

Kenneth Halcrow is

another NLC student who entered into a NLC trade program while still in high school. Halcrow has continued his trades training at NLC’s campus in High Prairie.

“I didn’t really know what I wanted to do when I was in high school. All I knew is I wanted to work and earn a couple of bucks,” said Halcrow. “I decided to take welding after I attended a presentation in high school about the pre-employment programs offered by [Northern Lakes College].”

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Travis Wakefield demonstrating his carpentry skills at Skills Canada in Edmonton ▶ Welder Kenneth Halcrow on the job ▶

orthern Lakes College (NLC) offers preemployment training to learners who are interested in a trade career but do not have the necessary experience. Pre-employment training is an alternative way to enter into a trade by gaining the skills and knowledge a first-year apprentice needs to secure a job or continue onto apprenticeship training.

Halcrow has completed his second year and is entering into his third year welding apprenticeship.

He hopes to complete his apprenticeship, become a journeyman and start his own company or work in the oil and gas industry.

“If you’re in high school and you aren’t sure what you want to do, try a preemployment program.

You will gain great work experience,” said Halcrow.

“For me, it turns out I am really good at welding, and I really like the work.”

Northern Lakes College is the premier educational provider of Trades and Resource Technology training in northern Alberta. Students learn from experienced trades people who have worked in the field and train real-

life scenarios. Northern Lakes College also offers flexible learning options, which allows students to learn anytime and from anywhere there is an internet connection available.

In the 2018-2019 academic year, NLC is offering the Pre-Employment Electrician and Heavy Equipment Technician programs in Peace River. The NLC campuses in High Level, Slave Lake and High Prairie offer pre-employment programs in carpentry, industrial mechanic and welding.

Find out where and when the pre-employment training you need is being delivered at www. northernlakescollege.ca

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or small, with 0% financing on flooring and installation.

Clients can choose their ideal flooring from our fully-stocked warehouse and take it home the same day. We stand behind our products and installation— if there is an issue with either of these, we will rectify it,” said Doucette.

Doucette has expanded the business beyond flooring to include multiple home décor and patio items, such as area rugs (indoor and outdoor), light fixtures from Cal Lighting, grills from Traeger and Kamado Joe and more.

United Floors Owner Dan Doucette

“My goal since acquiring the store has been to create an exceptional customer experience. We want to be a one-stop shop for much more than flooring,” said Dan Doucette, owner.

the business and ran it until 2003, when Lyle Horneland took over. Doucette purchased United Floors in 2014. Though located in Peace River, United Floors has provided commercial and residential installations from High Level to High Prairie to Valleyview, and everything in between.

Other products found at United Floors include Napoleon electric fireplaces (with gorgeous LED displays—providing warmth and ambiance for only pennies per hour), outdoor fire tables and supercomfortable Adirondack chairs from Canadian Recycled Plastics—each chair is made from 579 recycled milk jugs and has a 10-year warranty (have you tried the Big Red Chair yet?). United Floors even has an in-store art gallery supplied by Streamline Art, which makes for an inviting showroom.

The company started in 1967 by Ken Horneland. In 1976, Jim Ashton purchased

“We provide professional installations for everything we sell, no matter how large

“With Peace River being a somewhat remote community, we wanted

BRINGING BIG-CITY SELECTION & SERVICE HOME TO YOU United Floors, Peace River or over 50 years, United Floors has been helping clients in Peace River and the surrounding area create more beautiful indoor and outdoor spaces. They supply and install ceramic, hardwood, carpet, laminate, vinyl and other products that belong on a floor, as well as a variety of décor and patio items. In everything they do, their first priority

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“Primarily, we are a flooring store that deals with large reputable suppliers who back their products with exceptional service and warranty. Flooring is our bread and butter, but we also offer our clients a variety of products to enhance their homes and patios,” said Doucette.

is always to provide exceptional customer service and care.

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Pictured (L to R): Matthew Naturkach, Scott Webb, Barbara Henderson and Dan Doucette.

to offer the public more options and allow them to ‘buy local,’” said Doucette.

United Floors is a certified Independent Claims Collaborative (ICC) retailer.

That means they work with insurance companies and independent adjuster to restore client’s homes after disaster strikes.

“A common misconception is the homeowner has to work with the restoration or flooring company the adjuster or insurance company has appointed when, in fact, they have the freedom to choose who does their restoration,” said Doucette.

An integral part of the “exceptional customer experience” that Doucette strives to provide is the company’s staff. The seven full-time staff members bring years of skill and experience to the job. Their in-house interior designer, Barbara Henderson, is passionate about helping

clients design their visions, and installation experts Shane Parker, Larry Parker, Ian Taylor and Jacob Neufeld bring them to life.

Scott Webb manages the office and is responsible for measuring, estimating and bookkeeping.

Matthew Naturkach keeps the warehouse running smoothly. Webb and Naturkach are the longeststanding employees at 14 and 15 years respectively.

“We have an exceptional staff who are proud of their work and the environment we provide at United Floors,” said Doucette.

Part of their excellent staff retention has to do with their family-friendly work environment.

“Our employees have children, as do I, so we try to be flexible. We all know that with children things come up, and we are extremely accommodating in this respect,” said Doucette.

Doucette and his wife, Dr. Zoe Nath (of West Hill Dental), are strong supporters of the community. They support numerous community fundraisers and minor sports teams and donate to multiple charities.

“Without the support of small businesses most of these organizations would not be able to survive.

By supporting these community organizations, we are giving back to the people who help support our businesses,” said Doucette.

Doucette has tried to make his business one that the community can be proud of. He believes in buying local and knows his clients do too. He also believes that “buying local” should not mean a sacrifice of service, quality or a great shopping experience.

“United Floors Peace River is truly one of the nicest, most well-appointed flooring stores, rivalling its competition in larger cities.

I am confident that once you step into our store, you will be truly impressed with our selection, knowledge and exceptional customer service,” said Doucette.

Doucette feels right at home as part of the Peace River business community, and he wears the badge of “local business owner” with honour. He believes it is imperative to support local business to ensure the next generation has a place to call home.

“Peace River and the surrounding area is well known for entrepreneurship and a determination to make a better place for the next generations,” said Doucette. “I am proud to be a part of that.”

At the moment, Doucette is on the lookout for another Commercial Residential Flooring Installer with heat welding experience. For more information, call 780-624-4286.

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Paramedics Jacob Charbonneau and Destiny Young pose with APL’s new 4x4 ambulance parked in front of their new base and crew quarters in Cadotte Lake, AB

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(WCFN). For this contract, APL purchased a brand new, state of the art 4x4 ambulance and even built a new facility to house it.

To ensure the first call went smoothly on transition day, APL’s CEO Stephen Woodburn was alongside

fellow paramedic staff for their first emergency call.

“It was a Delta response in Martin Lake, and it brought back many great memories of when I was a new ACP grad responding to ground calls on a daily basis for the Peace River Ambulance

Service,” said Woodburn.

This contract is very special to Woodburn. It has been a long-time goal come to fruition as he first made a presentation to provide these services 19 years ago.

“I cannot express how

Left: APL CEO Stephen Woodburn, Woodland Cree First Nation Chief Isaac Laboucan-Avirom, AHS Associate Executive Director Rob Barone

Right: Construction of APL’s new base in Cadotte Lake, AB

optimistic about the future with APL.

proud and excited I am, 19 years later, to be given this opportunity to work with AHS in starting our E-911 service to such a great community,” said Woodburn. “My team and I are humbled, and we look forward to helping make this community as safe as we possibly can. Thank you Chief, Council, AHS and the entire Cadotte Lake community for putting your long-term trust in APL.” WCFN Chief Isaac Laboucan-Avirom is

“Hopefully this EMS contract with APL means a better service and is the beginning of a better approach for our whole community. One thing I like about APL is they feel a lot closer to home,” said Laboucan-Avirom.

Laboucan-Avirom explains WCFN is getting more proactive with their healthcare systems.

“We have a pharmacy now and a new fire truck and we hope Stephen can help out with some training.

One day, we would like to be self-sufficient, and we hope to eventually start to provide these EMS services internally. Hopefully this relationship evolves into

something great, creating a win/win/win,” said Laboucan-Avirom.

The transition has gone well thus far, but Woodburn is the first to point out that there is still a lot to do.

The past year has been extremely transformative for APL. In August of 2017, APL announced their 10year contract to provide EMS staff for air ambulance services in Peace River and Grande Prairie, AB. Then, in November of 2017, they announced another 10-year contract to serve High Level and Fort Vermilion for the same service, a contract that began in April of this year.

The two contracts combined have made APL Alberta’s largest air ambulance medical crew contractor in

terms of number of aircraft staffed.

“March 31 and April 1 were very exciting and historical days for APL. On March 31, we completed the High Level and Fort Vermilion air medical crew transition, and on April 1 we worked to complete the Peace River transition to CanWest Air,” said Woodburn.

With this expansion, APL has been hiring more team members for all departments including flight, ground, non-emergent medical transport and office staff.

“I would like to thank my staff for all their dedication and hard work,” said Woodburn. “We are looking forward to the next chapter of designing and sharpening up our systems.”

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Brett Smyl (left) and Rick Surhan (right)

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n July 6, 7 and 8, Peace River, AB, was host to the Weaver Group Ltd. Gold Cup Jet Boat Championship where racers of 22 boats competed.

“This is an insanely exciting and often underrated sport.

It is expensive though.

Depending on the class, motors can range from $9,000 for a rebuild all the way to $300,000 or more for a new engine. With some guys getting 2,000 horse power, jet boat racing is basically NASCAR on a river. A lot of these are refurbished helicopter engines, and some of these racers are reaching 240 kilometres per hour. So you’re literally flying at aircraft speed but piloting

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your boat to stay on the water,” explains Brett Smyl, owner of Mighty Peace GM and Mighty Peace PowerSports.

In Canada, jet boat racing is limited to four annual events in western Canada— races are held in Grande Prairie, AB, Whitecourt, AB, and Taylor, BC. In 2019, Peace River will again co-host the World Jet Boat Championship as it does every four years— Canada, Mexico, USA and New Zealand each take turns hosting.

Not only does Smyl race (riding with Rick Surhan, they won this year’s A Class), he also volunteers his time before and after the event and he currently

serves as the Vice President of the Peace River Boating Association, which is the non-profit society that organizes the event each year.

In addition, Mighty Peace GM is a sponsor of the FX Class, a category of boats that have GM motors and must remain stock from the factory.

“About 90 percent of the boats have GM motors and most of the remaining 10 percent are turbines. The jet boat community gives me lots of business, so the least I can do is give back with my time and sponsor the event,” said Smyl.

Despite the high cost and the competitive nature of the sport, racers form a

community that helps each other out.

“Yes, it’s competitive, but we’re all in it together. If someone has a problem with their boat, you see other guys giving their parts and their tools to help them, even if it’s their direct competitor. Many racers from out of town even stay at their competitor’s houses while they’re here and use their shops to fix up their boats before the race,” said Smyl.

Racers and organizers all agree, this event couldn’t happen if it wasn’t for the sponsors and the many volunteers.

“Without them, nothing would ever come to fruition.

These are the two most

important aspects of putting on this event. It’s great to see people step up in the community. Everyone comes together to make it happen,” said Smyl.

Though many boaters come out to test the waters earlier in the week, on the Friday boats must pass the mandatory technical inspection and racers must pay the standard $750/ boat registration fee, which goes toward the cash prizes.

Friday is also the Show and Shine.

Saturday and Sunday are

reserved for the main event.

During this time, there are circuit races that spectators can watch from the river banks as well as races from Peace River to Watino, AB, and back. The public is encouraged to enjoy the spectacle and cheer the racers on.

“We purposefully set up the start and finish lines, so spectators can see the best action,” said Smyl.

“There is a live MC with a vast knowledge of the sport and the racer profiles.

When the public comes to Riverfront Park and listens

to the announcer, they get engaged, and they get more insight into the sport.”

In addition, MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual provided food vendor services for the public and also sponsored and organized a beer gardens with the help of the Grim Reapers Roller Derby Association.

The Canadian jet boat racing community looks forward to hosting the World Jet Boat Championship from July 11-21, 2019.

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Championship, 52 boats registered and those who completed the entire 10-day event raced approximately 800 km.

Smyl and other Peace River Boating Association members encourage those interested to contact them if they are interested in sponsoring, volunteering or getting involved in some other way.

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hat would you need if someone harmed you?

This was the question asked to introduce the concept of restorative justice by my professor during a university anthropology course on conflict and reconciliation. The responses that followed seemed obvious—an apology, the chance to tell someone how hurt you feel, to tell the other person what is needed or wanted to make things better and to ask why they did it in the first place.

While our criminal justice system tends to focus on punishing offenders by giving them “what they deserve” (usually by way of monetary fines and/ or jail time), the concept and implementation of restorative justice is finding its place in many communities by shining a light on victim needs, offender accountability and reaching meaningful resolutions.

Restorative justice is about bringing the people who have been impacted by a harmful situation together to talk about what happened, how they’ve been

impacted and what they need to make things right.

Situations may be criminal or non-criminal in nature and within the context of our schools, workplaces and neighbourhoods.

Restorative justice processes are guided by trained, neutral facilitators and are inclusive. They may bring together victims, offenders, their support people and community members. Processes vary and can occur outside of the justice system, alongside of it or after a sentence is delivered by the court.

Referrals to restorative justice programs may come from the RCMP, the justice system, schools, workplaces and/or the broader community. Integral to all restorative processes are two things: participation by all parties is voluntary and the person who caused harm accepts responsibility.

A central belief within restorative justice is that when given the opportunity to engage in supported, safe and respectful dialogue, people can reach meaningful outcomes that meet their personal needs. Victims are empowered to be heard

and get their questions answered.

And, offenders are better able to help meet victim needs once they learn how their actions have impacted others.

The understanding gained between the victim and the offender can help reduce fear and increase one’s sense of safety. While each individual’s journey is personal, empathy gained from the willingness to hear another’s story and to share one’s own can lead to healing and forgiveness.

A greater understanding of the root causes of crime can be achieved through restorative dialogue.

Communities, such as those in the Peace Region, can greatly benefit from this information. It can lead to reduced re-offending, which decreases pressure on our courts and law enforcement resources.

a collective willingness for people to invest time, care and energy toward matters that impact them. It becomes apparent how crime and wrongdoing impact relationships. We become motivated to repair these relationships and move forward in a good way. We ask you to consider the positive ripple effect this can have in our families, neighbourhoods, workplaces and schools.

Peace Regional Restorative Justice is a non-profit organization that provides a communitybased restorative justice program for the Peace River Region. Find us on Facebook @PRRRJA contact us at 780-618-5811 or prrrja@gmail.com to learn more.

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CAROLINE SORGE MOVED UP TO THE PEACE REGION FROM WINNIPEG, MANITOBA

WHERE ARE YOU ORIGINALLY FROM?

Turner Valley, Alberta.

WHERE IN THE PEACE REGION DID YOU MOVE TO?

I moved to Grande Prairie for work in 2011, and to Peace River in January 2018.

WHERE DO YOU WORK?

I work at the Peace River Regional Women’s Shelter.

WHAT’S YOUR STORY? HOW DID YOU END UP RELOCATING TO THE MIGHTY PEACE REGION?

I was looking to move back to Alberta to be closer to home and family. I was living in Winnipeg, MB—too far from home!

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST IMPRESSION OF THE PEACE REGION?

Very beautiful countryside WHAT SURPRISED YOU THE MOST ABOUT THE PEACE REGION?

This beautiful river valley

COMPARED TO WHERE YOU CAME FROM, HOW DOES THE PEACE REGION DIFFER?

The pace is more relaxed here–there are no “rush hour” traffic jams, I rarely have to wait in line for anything, and one is never more than ten minutes from any amenity.

WHAT ARE SOME MUST-TRY PEACE REGION EXPERIENCES?

Freson Bros. Friday night fish and chips, Shaftesbury Trail drive and the ferry ride.

HAVE YOU HAD ANY WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS SINCE YOU’VE BEEN HERE?

Yes, I have seen deer and moose.

IN YOUR EXPERIENCE, WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THE PEACE REGION?

I like how the region has every amenity, but still maintains small town values. It is unique in there is no public bus service, but there is a taxi pass program for low income people.

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Another unique feature is how friendly people are. I had a friend come up to visit me and had to wait a few hours before I finished work.

By the time I met up, a local couple had given all information about where to eat, where to sightsee and what stores to visit. That was excellent!

WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL SUNDAY IN THE PEACE REGION?

Any one of the many buffets and ice cream at the mini golf after walking the river pathway.

WHAT IS YOUR IDEAL NIGHT OUT IN THE PEACE REGION?

Dinner and a movie WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE SUMMER/FALL ACTIVITY IN THE PEACE?

Bike riding on the river pathway

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Caroline Sorge moved up to the Peace Region from Winnipeg, Manitoba.

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o care, or to be cared for, requires a strength of spirit that becomes heavy and, for many, overwhelming. We struggle to know what care should mean or how to display our feelings, as if care had a recipe that we should follow.

Caring does have a recipe and the ingredients are simple, it’s just the measurements that vary.

At DMI PRPD, we brand ourselves as a company of people who are committed—to the forest, to our high standards of safety, production and the community. Our commitment is driven by one simple concept: we hire people who care.

It is crucial that our leaders both care and recognize what caring looks like in others because we believe a high level of commitment to caring will sustain your business and protect your interests. It comes down to

how people are intrinsically motivated. Paycheques and bonuses are not what fosters a caring work environment.

That is the responsibility of the direct leader, so it is critical that this leader is an individual who demonstrates the qualities of care. DMI’s mantra is: if you take care of the people, production takes care of itself.

It is when your team members struggle that you find out if you have a caring workplace. At PRPD, when our team members have faced adversity, we know how and when to step up.

What does that look like?

Here are a few examples: For PRPD, caring looks like two coworkers who build a wheelchair ramp for their friend who looks on with tears in his eyes, a beer in his hand and a smile on his face.

It looks like a pack of multigenerational women who descend upon their friend’s home, clean out her cupboards and fill them back up with food and notes of love and encouragement, so when she gets home she knows she is cared for.

It is a crew of blue-collared workers who pile out of trucks with tool boxes and cut open a wall to put in sliding glass doors for the wheelchair that will bring their coworker into his home after his mobility was taken.

It is the house that needed Christmas lights, dark because of the sadness inside. Then with the ladders up against the house the lights turn on to bring the spirit of friendship alive in the multi-coloured bulbs.

It is a rag and some elbow grease when tragedy strikes.

The couple are overwhelmed

with agony and housework is just too much.

It’s giving moments of “normal” when everything is anything but normal.

And that’s what we do at DMI PRPD for our friends and our team members when they are in need. We care in so many ways, but we do something. And, that makes all the difference.

It’s what we do when the moments become too much to bear—we help others when they need it most, and sometimes, those moments are all they need.

You see, the only ingredients needed consist of love, support, friendship and compassion. That’s it. The perfect recipe. You just need to add the right amount of each ingredient.

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JENELLE VAN SLYKE | PUBLISHER & EDITOR | VAULTMEDIA

Posting Professionally How to improve your business’ social media posts

t is more important than ever to have an up-to-date, polished presence on social media for your business. Word of mouth only goes so far, and social media allows you to cultivate your image to your customers and potential customers.

presence could, in some cases, do more harm than good for your marketing and customer outreach efforts.

For many businesses (especially business to consumer ones), not having an online presence could mean you don’t exist at all in the eyes of potential customers. However, merely having a social media (SM) presence isn’t enough.

Having a poorly executed

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Here are a few dos and don’ts when it comes to managing your business’ presence online: poor spelling and grammar skills run your SM accounts.

You could be the best [insert your profession here] in Alberta, but your credibility could easily be stripped away with a misspelled word or the dreaded ALL CAPS FOR EMPHASIS post.

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DO use services like

Grammarly [available as a free plug-in for Google Chrome] that check your spelling and grammar in real time online. You’ll look like spelling and grammar are second nature to you and there won’t be a barrier between you and your customer. And, always reread a post before posting—it just takes a second and it really does make all the difference.

DON’T use pixelated,

watermarked or stolenfrom-Google images for your SM posts. For one thing, using images and graphics that someone else made without permission is stealing (hence the watermark). Secondly, stock photos are not that expensive. Lastly, if you don’t have a couple of bucks to shell out for the perfect image, there are several great free resources online that will help you make better SM graphics or give you stock photos for free (Note: sometimes attribution is required. No biggie).

8 DO use these free stock

photo/graphic design programs to spruce up your social media posts: freeimages.com (stock images) unsplash.com (stock images) pexels.com (stock images) canva.com (create your own graphics) crello.com (create your own graphics— including animation)

DON’T use your social

to guilt customers about how they didn’t come out for your sale or insult them when they share a personal, negative experience.

SM is a great outlet for you to market your business to customers and fans who willingly chose to follow you. Use this as an opportunity to exercise your marketing chops. See what works. See what doesn’t.

See if you can reach target markets you would expect.

But, please, whatever you do don’t use your social media channels as a soapbox

Turn a negative customer experience into a positive (when you can) by making it up to a dissatisfied follower.

media channels to guilt your customer, beg for likes or fight with a dissatisfied customer.

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use social media to offer your loyal customers exclusive deals and promotions. They’ve come to you now offer them incentive to stay.

In conclusion, social media can be a powerful marketing tool. However, when used incorrectly that power can be used against you. Have respect for your customers, represent yourself in a professional manner and a little soft editing and window dressing can go a long way in presenting your company in the best light.

Now get out there and show ‘em what you’ve got.

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DARREN SOUTHWICK | OWNER | THE VAULT EXCEPTIONAL BEER, WINE AND SPIRITS

The Craft Revolution W

hat a world we now live in where every want and need is literally at our fingertips, and yet, there is a grassroots movement afoot to bring important things back in to re-centre. Words like care, quality, freshness, local and craftsmanship are resurfacing at your local butchers, bake shops, mom and pop eateries and even into the world of beer, wine and spirits.

It’s an exciting time in Alberta, harkening back to the days of old when you could wander down to the local watering hole and grab a pint of beer or “a wee dram” and wander home when you have had your fill.

Small breweries, brew pubs, distilleries and even wineries are popping up across the prairies as though we were taking a step back in time.

It’s a welcome and wonderful revolution. While we don’t see these establishments in every rural community, we are starting to see some.

Since 2014, the year after the Alberta

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Government changed a few restrictive policies, we have grown from 18 breweries to over 80 and from three distilleries to almost 20. There are now over 10 wineries in our province, and these numbers are growing.

Across the province there are many liquor store owners who pride themselves on supplying the big brands and who take extra care to feature great artisans too.

There are biodynamic and organic wines, for example, from familyrun wineries, or breweries, who use all-natural ingredients and work with local farmers to put some of the best grain in the world into cans and bottles. Some are even reviving heritage grain varieties.

There are distillers who source their grains and berries within a few kilometres of the bottles they go into, and the passion carries through.

Sometimes, you just want a beer. I am the same way. I’m not always in the mood to try something new, but isn’t it great to have choices now?

There are many stores that sell single craft beers, which is a terrific way to explore without having to splurge on a

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case of something you may not like.

If you have a favorite style of beer (or wine, spirit or cooler), there is a very high likelihood that something in our craft cooler of over 150 choices will suit you, and there is usually someone on staff who can help you out.

I recently had a conversation with an industry representative who suggested that when you buy wine, you should buy three bottles—one you love, one that is recommended by the staff in the same style that you love and a flier, which is something with a great label or interesting shape, just for fun. I thought this was a great rule of thumb and it really applies to whatever you prefer to drink.

The Vault Exceptional Beer, Wine and Spirits in Manning, AB, is not a brew pub or a winery or a distillery. It is a curator of sorts. We’re a fun and reliable spot to pick up your favorites and a gathering place for some of the best Alberta and Canadian made products available. There are so many choices.

Can we help you pick your flier?

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n late 2013, based on a report listing 39 ways Alberta could catch up to the rest of Canada, the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC) relaxed crucial restrictions impeding microbrewery start-ups.

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The beer flood gates opened, and the Alberta microbrewery revolution was born.

Now, we see northern Alberta microbreweries popping up. First in Northwestern Alberta was the Grande Prairie Brewing Company, founded in 2014; then, in 2017,

Dunvegan Brewing Company (based in Rycroft, AB) became AGLC’s 100th liquor producer in Alberta.

Enjoy our dual feature on the two newest microbrewers—Peace River Brewing and Heilan Brew House.

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Bringing Great Beer Home Peace River Brewing, Peace River Words by Talena Winters | Photography by Melissa E. Earle

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eace River local Tyrell Kehler, 28, believes in buying local, eating local and above all, drinking local—no matter where in the world you might be.

He and his wife, Medrey Bond, love to travel, and when they do, they seek

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out the local food and craft beer. Kehler now offers Peace River visitors that same opportunity with Peace River Brewing, which opened on River Road (94th Street) in March of this year.

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and we love to see what other people are doing out there with beer. We try to bring a little bit of that back. Learning from others has taught us not to be afraid of experimenting,” said Kehler. “We smell or taste something and we think, ‘That tastes good.

Why don’t we put that in a beer?’ And then we just do.

You just have to be willing to do it.”

Kehler took up home brewing four years ago. At the time it was the only option he had if he wished to experience some of his

ways to fill his off hours, so naturally he decided to open a microbrewery business.

“I wanted to get some different equipment. I thought I would have this little thing that would cover its own costs and it would be fun, but it has become so much more than I expected. It’s a hobby that got really out of hand,” said Kehler.

favourite craft beer flavours at home. He works as a commercial helicopter pilot, a job that leaves him with significant down time. When he began brewing, he was working in Slave Lake and was away a great deal. After getting a job closer to home, he started looking for creative

Peace River Brewing boasts a retail sampling area where customers can sit and hang out for a bit at the two small tables, then go home with a growler (beerspeak for “container”) full of beer, fresh from the tap. Refills in your own growler are welcome, or you can buy one in the store. They also have Peace River-branded merchandise, which has proved to be popular for those looking for homey mementos to give to guests or to buy as souvenirs.

“We pour bottom-fill growlers right off our taps, which means your beer is going to be fresher than if we were bottling or canning. Besides growlers, people can also buy kegs and rent our pouring equipment for weddings or other special events,” said Kehler. “We also do tours of the brewery depending on how busy we are. We love to show people the process of turning dry products into alcohol. We do recommend people try before they buy, which is why we give samples. We want them to be happy when they get home.”

Peace River Brewing has five taps—four standard offerings and one that rotates as the mood strikes.

Regularly on tap is Kehler’s Kolsch, Fox Tail Amber, Tastes Pink India Pale Ale (named for its grapefruit-y flavour) and a rotating Belgian-inspired beer— currently Riverside Belgian Blonde.

“Most of our favourite beers come from Belgium, so we plan to keep a Belgian-inspired beer on tap. We like to expand horizons and give people the option to try new things,” said Kehler.

Their rotating tap has already hosted a ginger beer and is currently pouring Well Oranged Wit (WOW). Kehler hints that they’ve already got something else in the works for a month or two down the road.

At the moment, other companies that carry their beer are The Vault liquor store in Manning, MR MIKES SteakhouseCasual and Sharks Billiards and Sports Bar in Peace River.

They eventually hope to expand to other local restaurants. The overall community response has been very positive.

“We’ve been fortunate.

We’ve had a lot of

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Kehler has made a point of looking for local suppliers he can build a direct relationship with. community support. We’ve only been open since March, but everything is going really well. The industry has also given us the most welcoming experience. Everyone tries to help each other—not like in some industries, which can be very cut throat,” said Kehler.

Kehler makes his beer on a BREWHA system, which means it is all selfcontained, from brewing through to fermentation and right until it goes into the keg. The system has drawbacks, such as only letting them brew one batch at a time—tying up the system for two to four weeks while the beer ferments— and requiring more physical 32

space to house the lift required to hoist the mash out of the works. However, Kehler is still happy with how it has been working so far.

“We can produce anywhere between 1,000 to 1,500 litres per month, and we do a pretty good job of rolling through that. We try to stay a month ahead with production. In the future, we hope to add some other toys to make the whole system run smoother and let us take on more customers, but for our size, it’s about perfect,” said Kehler.

One thing Kehler has made a point of is looking for local suppliers he can build direct relationships with.

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Coming from a farming background, supporting local farmers is dear to his heart, and he buys all his malt from a company near Red Deer called Red Shed Malting.

“We do that for a couple of reasons. For one thing, it’s a really nice product—they do a great job—but they’re also a farming operation that expanded into malting.

It costs significantly more to buy from them than from other companies, but I can go into the field where this malt was grown and stand in it and say, ‘These guys planted it, grew it, malted it and then I bought it.’

That means the guys who are doing the hard work are seeing the reward, and that’s

pretty important to me,” said Kehler.

Kehler loves to experiment.

He is always looking to share the craft beer experience with people who want to try something that may or may not be new to them, and he also welcomes honest feedback. Since the microbrewing industry in Canada is so young, he admits that he and other small breweries are all just trying to find their way.

“We want to share our experience with as many people as we can. The best way to do that is by selling them beer. We’ll see where that takes us,” said Kehler.

Crafting Beer and Culturing Community Heilan Beer House, Fairview, AB Words by Talena Winters | Photography by Jenna Armstrong

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here will soon be a new face on the scene of local Fairview culture— Heilan Beer House, a combination restaurant and microbrewery that is the brainchild of Cameron Smith, 37, and his business partner, Trevor Kerschbaumer, 37.

The new venture will be on Fairview’s southern border, on the same property as Green Island Gardens, owned by Kerschbaumer and Smith’s wife, Erin.

The restaurant will serve a variety of craft beer on tap

and utilize local produce and suppliers—including vegetables and herbs from the greenhouse and Heilan cattle that graze in the back yard.

“The new building is a brewpub, so we will be brewing beer in the back and there will be a full restaurant menu in the front. We’ll grow herbs and veggies for the brewery in the greenhouse and have as much fresh food as possible in the restaurant. We’re trying to do as much as we can locally,” said Smith.

Smith and Kerschbaumer met on the basketball court in 1999 when they were both attending Grande Prairie Regional College.

Kerschbaumer was born and raised in Fairview’s farming community, and farming is still his primary occupation though he has invested in several businesses throughout the Peace Region. Smith’s trail to the north, however, has been a little more roundabout.

“I was born in Montana.

My dad is from Edmonton and my mom is from the US. I lived in northern BC

with my dad for a couple years growing up and spent the rest of my time in California with my mom. I moved back and forth my whole life, so I got a really good taste of what it’s like to live way up north and what it’s like to live by the ocean with fresh food year-round,” said Smith.

Smith had been interested in the process of fermentation from a young age, so when he was at university in California, he took some wine-making courses. Later, he and his wife lived in several

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As excited as Smith is to open the doors of the Heilan Beer House later this year, he is truly an evangelist for craft beers on the whole. cities across the American midwest, including Grand Rapids, Michigan, which was voted “Beer City, USA” in 2013 because of its thriving craft beer culture.

“The restaurant scene in Grand Rapids was amazing.

There are over fifty craft breweries there. Since we frequently moved between cities, we didn’t know a lot of people, so we spent a lot of time in restaurants trying different foods and beers.

That’s when we fell in love with the craft beer scene.

Transitioning from making wine to making beer was easy for me,” said Smith.

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Kerschbaumer, on the other hand, is interested in providing a wider variety of food options in his hometown, according to Smith. A savvy businessman, he is always on the lookout for new opportunities. “[Kerschbaumer] is always looking to add value to his current businesses. One thing we are looking at doing is eventually malting the grain he grows to use it for brewing,” said Smith.

The Heilan Beer House will have eight craft beers on tap—four as standard offerings and four rotating

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taps that will allow Smith to experiment and be creative.

“The plan is to brew roughly twice a week, which would let me produce up to 3,200 litres per month. We’ll probably have a wheat beer, a stout, an India pale ale and a lager on tap all the time.

Then, the other beers will be just for fun—experimental or seasonal offerings— anything you can imagine.

I’m really looking forward to those four. I made a sour cherry beer last summer from a fruit tree next to the greenhouse. Anything I find locally, I could make into a beer,” said Smith.

In the true spirit of craft beer and small business culture, Smith is also looking forward to promoting other local microbreweries with a featured guest tap.

“We have the advantage of a restaurant, so we can attract people who might not be typical craft beer drinkers.

They might come by for the food and be in the mood to experiment, so they’ll try a craft beer just for the experience. We’ll have our beers on tap and also give some other local breweries exposure. Craft beer is a community; we have to

support local,” said Smith.

Smith starts the brewing process by prepping his boil kettle in the evening to let it sit overnight to cool to the right temperature for adding his grains. If all goes well, it’s the perfect temperature when he shows up to brew in the morning. By the next night, the starches and grains have been converted to sugar and the mix is ready to ferment, which takes several more weeks.

While brewing, Smith says there are a few key features he focuses on.

on sanitation. Also, we don’t filter our beer—we use time and colder temperatures to clarify it. The whole process of making that ‘yeast dinner’ takes about eight hours on my home system, and I imagine it’s not going to be a whole lot different on the commercial one we will be using in the restaurant. That’s the thing about making beer—it can be a 10-gallon batch or a 10,000-gallon batch, and it will take roughly the same amount of time, so it’s better to go bigger,” said Smith.

“It’s just a standard checklist, but I really focus

People in the community are as excited about having

a steakhouse in town as they are about the beer, which Smith chuckles at, since the focus is on the brew house branding. Smith is excited about winning new converts to craft beer because of the wide variety of flavours available when you make your own. However, as the shaggy Scottish Heilan cow in the logo and the restaurant name suggests, steak will also be on the menu.

“We’re building up a small herd of Heilan cattle, which will supply beef to the restaurant. My wife and I really like the breed. My dad’s side of the family is

from Scotland, so it ties in to that a bit, but ultimately, it’s about producing our food locally,” said Smith.

As excited as Smith is to open the doors of the Heilan Beer House later this year, he is truly an evangelist for craft beers on the whole.

“I would encourage anybody ordering a beer at any restaurant to ask your server if there are any local beers on tap. There are so many beers available that taste nothing like the normal, bitter beer you might expect—you might be surprised at what you find.”

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TAKING THE HOLISTIC APPROACH GRIMSHAW CHIROPRACTIC CARE CENTRE, GRIMSHAW NORTHWEST WELLNESS CENTRE, GRANDE PRAIRIE THE JUNCTION CANDY, CREAMERY AND COFFEE HOUSE, GRIMSHAW Dr. Jennifer Adams-Hessel and Dr. Brett Hessel pose in The Junction Candy, Creamery and Coffee House, a business they run in addition to their two medical centres in Grimshaw and Grande Prairie.

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r. Jennifer AdamsHessel, 50, and Dr. Brett Hessel, 53, are partners in so much more than life. For more than 24 years, they have also been partners in multiple chiropractic and health care practices in the Peace Region and have also owned other businesses, including the Junction Candy, Creamery and Coffee House, located in Grimshaw, AB. In addition to the Junction, they operate Grimshaw Chiropractic Care Centre and the Northwest Wellness Centre (NWC) in Grande Prairie. Their focus in every business is to help people live better lives and to exceed customer expectations.

“We strive to grow and expand our knowledge and skills and to help our patients express their highest level of health and well being. In our business model we focus on one patient at a time, and we focus on consistently producing outstanding clinical results,” said AdamsHessel.

Interestingly, neither started out wanting to go into chiropractic. Adams-Hessel had originally planned on going into teaching.

When her mother got into a car accident and was seeing a chiropractor, she recommended Jennifer for the open position of his chiropractic assistant.

majority of our practice was built on word of mouth and referrals as a result of the excellent results we produce,” said AdamsHessel.

“I didn’t know anything about chiropractic work, but after working for the summer, I decided to switch my career goal from education to chiropractic,” said Adams-Hessel.

They began a satellite practice in Manning, AB, and people from Grimshaw who heard about it would travel to either Manning or Fairview to see the Hessels.

Eventually, representatives from the Town of Grimshaw asked them to establish a practice there, and Grimshaw Chiropractic Care Centre was born.

Brett Hessel was studying research when he spent a summer working as a research assistant at the Biomechanics Laboratory at the University of Calgary.

The study measured the forces exerted during a chiropractic adjustment.

“I decided that practicing chiropractic would be more interesting than measuring it. I’m so glad I made that choice,” said Hessel.

When they graduated from school in 1994, they began a practice in Fairview, AB. “We put our names on the door of the Mall on Main and started up our practice.

That’s one of the great things about starting in a small town—though we were totally inexperienced and didn’t know how to run a business, word travelled, and our practice grew. The

“We purchased a little house on Railway Avenue and turned that into our practice,” said Hessel.

The Hessels have a holistic approach to health care, looking at more than just the symptom affecting the patient most at the moment. Their care focuses on addressing the low levels of chronic stress that they say are at the root of nearly all problems they care for.

“Most doctors focus on either physical problems, chemical problems or emotional problems.

What makes our clinic unique is that we focus on all three. We always start with trying to understand why our patient’s health

is compromised, and then we do whatever we can naturally to help them get well. We want to help our patients not only feel better but also to function better,” said Adams-Hessel.

The range of issues they treat is somewhat staggering.

In addition to back pain, which is what many think of when they talk about chiropractors, they also treat migraines, insomnia, sciatica, neck pain, chronic fatigue, digestive injuries, sports injuries and more.

There are no cookiecutter solutions—they look at each patient’s case individually and provide care accordingly.

“We don’t focus on how many patients we can treat, we focus on each person’s problem when they are at our office and the effective and natural solutions we can provide. We only accept patients we feel we can help, and we are extraordinarily proud of the clinical results we regularly achieve,” said Adams-Hessel.

In 2009, the Hessels opened the Northwest Wellness Centre in Grande Prairie. The NWC houses a psychologist, massage therapist, acupuncturist, social worker and MD under one roof along with

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been very service-minded.

They say many of their patients have become like family to them.

“We started treating patients 24 years ago, and then we started treating their children, and in some cases their grandchildren. Simply said, the community embraced us, and we are truly grateful,” said Adams-Hessel.

Some of the ways they have given back to the community include coaching senior girls’ basketball in Fairview— taking them to provincials for three years in a row—and being involved in various fundraisers.

In 2016, they opened the Junction where they make a conscious effort to hire and train teens on the ins and outs of running a business. They do the same when hiring high school students to work at the Northwest Wellness Centre, even going so far as to train them in skills like how to make a resume or how to interview well.

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We started treating patients 24 years ago, and then we started treating their children, and in some cases their grandchildren. chiropractors to provide true, whole-person care.

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citizens who are not living their best lives because of the breakdown in communication between their brains and bodies. We

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try to help as many people as we can,” said AdamsHessel.

The Hessels have always

“I will often tell job applicants what I was looking for after an interview and how they can improve their interview skills. We try to teach them the same business principles that we use in our chiropractic practice. We believe it is important to give back to the community that has provided for us so generously,” said AdamsHessel.

Whether it’s providing chiropractic care, ice cream or investing in the next generation, the Hessels plan to continue this tradition of offering excellent customer service and high-quality products at a reasonable price to the Peace Region.

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I could not make this clinic work without my team. They are just as invested as I am.

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ike many doctors, Dr. Jennifer McCracken, 37, is fully dedicated to the care of her patients and their families.

The difference is her patients often have fur, hooves or paws. For the last three and a half years, McCracken has owned and operated the Manning Veterinary Clinic.

She provides a much-needed service to the community, and she does it with passion.

“We want to provide the best care possible to pets, horses and livestock. We want to look after our clients. We strive to provide excellent communication and friendly service, and we do what we can to accommodate client needs.

People know we genuinely care about them and their animals,” said McCracken.

McCracken got her start in veterinary medicine by an unorthodox route. At 19, McCracken was working for a helicopter maintenance company by day and waitressed in a bar by night.

Already contemplating a career change, she brought her cat to a pet clinic one day, met the veterinarian and started making new plans.

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“I looked up to her and thought being a veterinarian would be a great career. I love animals and wanted to be my own boss one day.

So, I moved back to my parents’ place in Manning to save money for school.

While there, I met my future husband, Todd,” said McCracken.

McCracken’s educational path led her to study at Grande Prairie Regional College for two and a half years before transferring to the University of Alberta for a year, and then getting into the four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the University of Saskatchewan.

The McCrackens married in 2011, after Jennifer finished her degree in veterinary medicine. She also received mentorship at the Peace River Veterinary Clinic, working there during the summers and then getting a permanent job when she graduated.

“I worked under the guidance of some amazing veterinarians. Dr. Kevin Breker, Dr. Amy Murphy and Dr. Brooke Cory were all instrumental in shaping me into the veterinarian

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I am today. I also have the utmost respect for Michelle Dubrule, the office manager of all four clinics Dr. Breker owned. I learned a lot from her about clinic management,” said McCracken.

By 2013, the McCrackens had their second child, and the commute to Peace River from Manning began to look less appealing.

“There was a vacancy in Manning. I didn’t want to leave my children for three days a week anymore, so I decided it was time to start my own practice.

During my maternity leave, I worked on developing my business plan, spoke to banks, hired staff, planned my practice and bought a building and property.

We opened the Manning Veterinary Clinic at the beginning of 2015,” said McCracken.

The team at the Manning Veterinary Clinic includes Registered Veterinary Technologist Shirley Norman, soon-to-be Registered Veterinary Technologist Heather Kamieniecki and Practice Manager Kaitie Koch.

“I could not make this clinic work without my team.

They are just as invested in the clinic as I am. Kaitie is my go-to woman. She is so dedicated and organized.

Shirley is an incredibly knowledgeable, skilled and dependable technologist.

Heather started with us when she was only 16, helping on weekends or after school. She recently graduated from college and, after writing her national exam this August, she will be a Registered Veterinary Technologist. My team members are my support.

I couldn’t do this without them,” said McCracken.

McCracken and her staff go the extra mile for their clients, often skipping lunch to travel to farm calls. They text worried pet moms and dads pictures of their fur-babies who are in for surgery. They check in after a procedure or call to make sure the patients have improved. McCracken is available for emergency calls or consultations 24/7.

If a client’s job or remote location means they cannot be seen during regular office hours, they work with their client’s schedule. They even have an app.

(L) Shirley Norman, Registered Veterinary Technologist; Katie Koch, Practice Manager and Dr. Jennifer McCracken (missing is Veterinary Technologist Heather Kamieniecki). Photography by Kelly Atkinson-Lorencz. (R) Photography by Samantha Rose Photography

“If I have a critical patient, I will often spend the night, so I can check on it.

I worry about them and how the owner is feeling. I remember what it was like to be in my client’s shoes. It is important to all of us that we do everything we can to help people have a better day,” said McCracken.

McCracken is grateful for how supportive the community has been of her practice. Manning had been without veterinary service for several years, and many clients thanked her for opening a local practice again.

“It was hard on the community to not have a clinic, especially for those who have to travel for

veterinary services and for large animal services,” said McCracken.

She and her team give back to the community however they can. They host client appreciation events and keep clients informed of potential issues in the area.

McCracken also volunteers her time and talents at events like the Manning Rodeo. The clinic is a Platinum Sponsor of the event, and McCracken provides veterinary services for the whole weekend.

She also leads Manning’s first 4H Veterinary Science Club, which gave her an opportunity to mentor some grade 7 students.

In addition, high school students can earn work

experience credits at the clinic, and the staff even provides students with inschool pet therapy.

“For the last couple years our staff has brought some of our favourite clientowned dogs to the school during exam time to alleviate student stress by letting them interact with the animals. The students love this,” said McCracken.

McCracken continues to look for ways to make Manning Veterinary Clinic the clinic of choice for her community. They have an active Facebook presence, a website (currently being revamped) and at the end of July, she offered her first webinar, something she hopes to make into a

regular event.

“We have so many clients who come from hours away, and I would really like to provide them with learning opportunities. The best way to do that, in my opinion, is to produce interactive webinars for them,” said McCracken.

McCracken’s goal is to provide the best care, and she is continually looking for ways to improve her services.

“There is always so much more we can do. We are dealing with patients that cannot talk, so we all take great care in everything.

We want our clients to be satisfied,” said McCracken.

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BREAKING GROUND ON A BETTER MEDICAL FACILITY THE PEACE REGIONAL PRIMARY CARE CENTRE

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eace River residents can soon celebrate a long-awaited upgrade to medical care services. As of June 2018, work has begun on the new Peace Regional Primary Care Centre. The building will be 14,500 square feet—more than double the current clinic’s 6,000 square feet—and will be located right across the street from the Peace River Community Health Centre (PRCHC).

more patients, so people will be able to see their doctor more quickly. That’s what we’re excited about,” said Carolyn Kolebaba, Reeve of Northern Sunrise County (NSC).

“The new building will be modern and state-of-the-art with all-new furnishings. It is going to be a spectacular facility,” said Dan Dibbelt, Project Coordinator since 2014.

The new clinic will include offices for 14 physicians, 28 exam rooms (as opposed to the current 9 and 18, respectively), and has dedicated space for Alberta Health Services (AHS) to provide medical services.

“It’s an exciting time for the region because hopefully we’ll be able to keep more doctors, and the doctors will be able to get through

Consideration for bariatric (obese) patients, including a dedicated bariatric exam room, will be given throughout the facility.

The current effort to build the new clinic was initiated

by NSC, but this project is the collaboration of many local municipalities and businesses working together to meet an acutely felt need in Peace River for a better medical care centre for local physicians and patients.

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The project is the culmination of nearly thirteen years of effort, with

the initial impetus being provided by Dr. David Willox, who envisioned a Medical Centre of Excellence that would provide better physician facilities as well as a training space for new physicians.

The Alberta government at the time had committed $5 million to the project.

“I was a Peace River resident for a very long time. I had challenges even seeing a doctor in Peace River, so I would drive to see a doctor in Grimshaw,” said Dibbelt.

Dr. Willox spearheaded fundraising and coordination efforts and

Pictured from left to right at the ground breaking ceremony of the Peace Regional Primary Care Centre: Dr. Karen Lundgard; Freson Market Ltd. founder and philanthropist, Frank Lovsin; Dr. Dave Willox; Northern Sunrise County Reeve, Carolyn Kolebaba and Laureen Willox.

received many contributions to the project, including monetary donations from Daishowa-Marubeni International (DMI), Pennwest Energy (now Obsidian Energy) and The Rotary Club. The project also received a donation of one acre of land next to the PRCHC from Frank Lovsin, founder of Freson Market Ltd. and local philanthropist.

the region. NSC has a long history of doing things like that. They are a very ‘regional’ municipality,” said Dibbelt.

Other municipalities came forward, too—the County of Northern Lights is contributing $50,000, the MD of Peace is contributing another $50,000, and the Town of Peace River has committed Unfortunately, Dr. Willox has approximately $552,000, since retired due to medical which covers the purchase issues, and for various of an additional .65 acres to reasons, the project was back- add to the original one-acre burnered. Then, four years parcel, and the cost of all ago, the municipalities began the off-site levies, utilities re-examining the feasibility of and other expenses needed the project. However, when to make the lot operational. the government changed In addition, $140,000 hands, a new vision had been of the original donated put into place. amounts remain to be applied to the project.

“The NDP changed the model. They were no longer “Once built, NSC will ‘family care clinics.’ They donate the building to were now ‘patient care AHS, with the rationale networks,’” said Dibbelt. that they are not in the business of delivering health Along with the new name services, which is best left came an increase in scope. to the professionals,” said After two years of research, Dibbelt. the NDP government designed a 24,000 square foot The new building aims facility to take care of the to provide efficiencies needs in the region. However, for both physicians and the budget wouldn’t support patients. Thanks to the close the cost to build. proximity of the new centre to the PRCHC, physicians “In December of 2017, will be able to spend less Northern Sunrise County time commuting and made the motion to more time seeing patients, contribute $5 million based according to Dibbelt. He on the fact that it was the and Kolebaba are hopeful best thing for the people in

this will help attract more physicians to the area.

“The physicians won’t have to make trips back and forth to the hospital, and if they do, it’s only a fiveminute walk. So, physicians will be able to see far more patients per day. Let’s say only nine physicians are working per day and they can each see five more patients. That’s 45 more patients per day. Over the week, that’s 225 patients more than they are capable of seeing right now. The location is key to offering good patient care,” said Dibbelt.

Patients will be able to access a range of medical services within a single building including inoculations and teleconferencing with mental health care providers through AHS services as well as the services provided by local physicians.

“The intent is this clinic will be multifunctional, which will make it more efficient for the patients, too,” said Dibbelt.

In May, an agreement was put into place between NSC, AHS, and the nine physicians who will still be in Peace River when the project is completed in fall of 2019. This was the final step required before the project could proceed.

Now that work has begun, Dibbelt is confident they will meet their timeline.

“This has been going on for a dozen years, and everyone is saying ‘Okay, is this really happening?’ They need to take a drive up there and see that ground is being moved and utilities have been put in. The architectural drawings are done, and the tendering process is nearly complete. We will be at the close-up stage by winter, and they will continue working on the interior through to next spring. So, the project is moving along very nicely,” said Dibbelt.

Dibbelt is enthusiastic to see this project finally come to completion, and he gives high praise to Reeve Carolyn Kolebaba for making it happen.

“Carolyn is an amazing woman. I give major kudos to NSC for stepping forward and saying, ‘We’re doing this.’ I have a deep passion for Peace River, and the fact that we’re finally able to bring in a new clinic is a fabulous opportunity for the region,” said Dibbelt.

“NSC decided ‘If we don’t build this thing, it’s not going to get done. Our people need it, the region needs it, so we’re going to do it,’” said Kolebaba.

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A NATURAL SOLUTION FOR PAIN MANAGEMENT PINK LOTUS ALTERNATIVE CARE, GRIMSHAW

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ue Ross, 61, originally from Fairview, AB, is so passionate about

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natural pain management that she’s made it the focus of her alternative health products business.

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She began Pink Lotus Alternative Care from her home four years ago. She now creates natural health

products with cannabidiol (CBD) oil as the active ingredient to manage pain and inflammation.

Sue Ross, Owner of Pink Lotus Alternative Care poses next to a display of her products at Riverside Ranch Decor in Grimshaw, AB

“We had an elderly dog who couldn’t get around very easily because he was so arthritic. I researched and found this oil for him.

Within a week, he was up walking around again and wasn’t in so much pain. I couldn’t believe it. So, I ordered some oil for myself and loved the energy it gave me. I thought, ‘I’ve got to get this product out there for everyone.’ So, I became a distributor. That’s how it all began,” said Ross.

Ross distributes for Stephen Health Agency Inc. out of Nova Scotia, carrying their cannabis sativa seed oil and gel caps. The cannabis-based products contain no THC, which is the psychoactive compound in recreational marijuana, and are licensed

by Health Canada for use by anyone without a prescription.

After she had been selling CBD products for a couple of years, one of her customers asked if she could make a topical salve using the oil. She did her research and mixed up a batch for him to try.

“He loved it. He said it helped him so much with his inflammation and pain management. From there, the word got out about the salve and soon all of my customers wanted it. All of my products come from customer requests,” said Ross.

Ross soon made the salve available in a wide range of scents and expanded to creating other products like bath salts and body washes. Each product has

been registered with Health Canada.

She is passionate about using Canadian-sourced products in her business.

“All of my ingredients and supplies come from Canada, mostly BC. I’m also very conscientious of our Mother Earth. My tins can be returned to be sent out for recycling, and all of my containers and bags are BPAfree and made of recyclable plastic,” said Ross.

Ross puts even more care into her ingredient selection than her packaging. While the business is operated from her home north of Grimshaw, she makes all her products in a certified kitchen in town. In addition I am passionate about helping to the CBD oil, her products all contain therapeutic-grade essential oils and top-of-thepeople manage their pain. line ingredients to ensure her customers safely get the greatest amount of pain of-mouth advertising, And I could not do all relief. her business has grown to this without my amazing employing three part-time employees. They help me so “Using only natural staff. She supplies six stores much. I love my job,” said ingredients—which means in Alberta, six salons and Ross. no chemicals, preservatives spas in Alberta and BC and or artificial colours— cannabis oil and essential oils six individual distributors in Ross is thankful that her gives tremendous pain relief. both provinces who sell the local communities have been so supportive of her It entails a lot of research to products at home parties business. She often gives and local markets. She know which oils to use in estimates she ships between back by donating gift the butters to ease a certain baskets for silent auctions symptom or problem as each 35 and 40 parcels across both locally and throughout Canada each month. essential oil has different Alberta. Organizations she healing properties,” said “I am passionate about has supported include the Ross. helping people manage Stollery Children’s Hospital, their pain through topical Berwyn Arena events and Owning her own business products.

Running the local minor hockey. was not a big stretch. Her husband of 43 years, Dennis, different parts of the “My biggest reward is my has been an owner-operator business, including the customers calling to thank of his own trucking business necessary research, is me for making such a time-consuming, but the for his entire adult life. huge impact in their pain feedback I get from my management. That’s what customers is so rewarding.

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A PLACE TO CALL HOME THE HIGH LEVEL SENIORS CARE CENTRE

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fter almost 15 years of hard work and determination, High Level, AB, and area will be gaining a much-needed asset to the community—a new independent living senior’s care centre. On June 27, in the lot across the street from the hospital, delegates and stakeholders held a ground-breaking ceremony at the new site of the High Level Senior’s Care Centre (HLSCC).

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between the Boreal Housing Foundation (BHF), the Town of High Level (donating the land, which is a $650,000 contribution), Mackenzie County and the Town of Rainbow Lake.

The housing board includes representatives from all three municipalities, the La Crete Municipal Nursing Association and four First Nation groups from the area: Beaver, Dene Tha’, Tallcree and Little Red River Cree Nation. Alberta Health Services (AHS) will

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be providing the supported living services for the facility.

“The actual building is still in the very early stages, but this project has been in the works for 14 years. They are digging the basement and foundation now. The project will be completed by 2020,” said Mary Mercredi, Chief Administrative Officer of the BHF. According to Crystal McAteer, Mayor of High Level and board member

of the BHF, the number of stakeholders on the board gives only a small idea of the number of people who have been working toward this project for a very long time.

“It happened through a lot of hard work from previous councils in High Level, and the hundreds of seniors who wrote letters— some of whom have since passed away, or who have waited 14 years to get into a local facility. There’s also a number of First Nations seniors on our side of the

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river who don’t want to go to La Crete because it is a long way from home,” said McAteer.

The Boreal Housing Foundation specializes in offering low-income housing and already operates the White Spruce Village Complex in High Level, Pioneer Homes in Fort Vermilion and the Heimstaed Lodge in La Crete.

The Boreal Housing Foundation was formed from the amalgamation of two previous boards, Mackenzie Housing and High Level Housing. When the two boards merged, High Level Housing was essentially dissolved, which they agreed to on the condition that the First Nations population would be represented on the new board.

“We are the only housing board of our kind in Canada that includes First Nations representation. It’s really special, and we are a good working board. The First Nations are involved in our social housing and in our off-reserve housing.

They have a say now, where they didn’t before,” said McAteer.

The High Level Senior’s Care Centre has had a long and winding road. After several false starts, the Conservative government put forward $11 million to

build a lodge, but then fell out of power. The incoming NDP required the two boards to amalgamate before they built a lodge.

Despite a previous unsuccessful attempt to merge, the two boards came back to the negotiation table and were able to agree on terms at last. Once the requirement to amalgamate had been completed, the NDP government funded the entire project.

“It’s been a process, but we have a good board now.

We have a good mixture of municipalities and First Nations. There are a lot of discussions that go on that probably wouldn’t have in the past,” said McAteer.

The new HLSCC will house 48 bachelor suites with lodge beds and 32 one-bedroom apartments.

Supported living will claim some of the lodge beds, and the rest will be used for independent living.

The building will also have dining and laundry services run by the BHF, which residents can utilize for a fee. In addition to these services, BHF will also handle janitorial and maintenance services.

“Seniors can’t wait to get in.

I just put five on a waiting list from the community.

Right now, our independent living seniors are at the White Spruce Village, and those requiring supported

living are scattered. Some are in the Heimstaed Lodge in La Crete, and they may transfer to the new facility in High Level, especially those who are from Chateh, Meander and Beaver Nation, so they can stay closer to home,” said Mercredi.

Thanks to such transfers, Mercredi expects the independent living suites will fill up quickly as there will be 18 residents moving over from White Spruce Village as soon as the building opens.

“I wouldn’t be surprised if independent living was full right off the bat, depending on how many suites AHS takes over,” said Mercredi.

AHS offers supported living at different levels by using an assessment that divides seniors’ needs into five classes. They range from Home Care (Level 1), which means independent living, up to Long Term Care in a Nursing Home or Auxiliary Hospital (Level 5) for those requiring access to registered nurses on a 24hour basis.

The supported living care provided by AHS at the HLSCC will mostly fall in the assisted living levels in between. Mercredi expects that supported living will get immediate use, as many of their clients currently in long-term care may need a different level of assistance.

The project answers another need within the community as well. Once the seniors currently in the White Spruce Village Complex have moved into the new facility, there are plans to convert the old one into a 24-hour-supervision Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) community.

“We have around 150 adults in our community who have been identified as FASD, and more children, so we have a lot. In the new facility, FASD adults will get the help and support they need. That’s what we’re working toward,” said McAteer.

While the name of the new senior’s facility is undecided—McAteer hopes to get input from people in the stakeholder communities before a decision is reached— response toward the project has been overwhelmingly positive.

“We’ve had private donations come in, some big, some small.

Everybody’s excited. It’s going to be a very positive thing for the whole region,” said Mercredi.

The HLSCC will provide what many seniors in the area, and those who support them, have worked toward for so long—a safe and affordable place to call home.

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GIVING CADOTTE LAKE KIDS A HEAD START IN SCHOOL THE CADOTTE LAKE DAYCARE CENTRE

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he new daycare centre in the Woodland Cree First Nation community of Cadotte Lake, AB, is full of the sounds of happy children playing among the colourful pop-up playhouses and going about their daily activities. Overseeing the facility’s programs is Liz Gladue, 53, who has been working in various roles at the daycare since 2013.

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“It is my passion to work with little kids, helping them get ready for school and teaching them what school is about. I love helping them through all the stages of early childhood development,” said Gladue.

The daycare facility houses two separate programs—the daycare, which primarily takes in children of working parents or students, and the Aboriginal Head Start On-

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Reserve (AHSOR) program, an initiative that focuses on six key components— culture and language, education and school readiness, health promotion, nutrition, social support, and parent and family involvement. Gladue has worked teaching or assisting with both programs.

“I started with the Head Start program in fall of 2013. After that, I was an

assistant in the daycare and I supervised the daycare staff. This year, they moved both programs into the same building. The position of overseeing both programs opened up, so I applied,” said Gladue.

The daycare can accommodate 35 children up to age seven and is usually at capacity. The AHSOR program, which develops school readiness

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The daycare offers activities based on the needs of the community. The children are taught in English as well as Cree.

Left: Liz Gladue poses in the new Cadotte Lake Daycare Centre Above: The exterior of the Cadotte Lake Daycare Centre

greater desire for learning and an excellent start in their journey toward becoming successful young people,” according to the Government of Canada website. skills in pre-kindergartners, splits the day into morning and afternoon sessions— with three-year-olds before lunch and four-year-olds after lunch. Each group can be as large as 16 children for a total capacity of 32.

“We have to split up them because the K3 class is preparing to go into K4 and the K4s are preparing to go into K5, which is in a larger school,” said Gladue.

The AHSOR program was launched in 1998 with a focus on providing children “opportunities to gain self-confidence, a

The Cadotte Daycare offers activities based on the needs and interests of the community. Children learn the same things as other preschoolers, but they are taught in English as well as Cree, their First Nation Language.

“For kids who have gone through Head Start, it’s easier to transition to school. The kids know what to expect when they move between activities like circle time, dramatic play, quiet time and reading time—the transition times are smooth, and they know what to do next,” said Gladue.

The community is very

supportive of the daycare and Head Start programs. Parents tend to volunteer whenever and wherever their schedules allow. And, the band chief and council make frequent appearances as well.

“When we have programs such as our K3 and K4 graduations, the chief and council come and support the kids. They also stop in and check on the kids every now and then to see how things are going. They are very supportive,” said Gladue.

The daycare staff make sure to get the kids involved in the community too. Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) often organizes fun activities in the community hall, which makes for a nice change in routine. In a small community like Cadotte

Lake, every event can become a community event.

“The daycare puts on community events for holidays like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, and we get the kids involved in events like the Diabetes Walk.

When Peace Parent Link comes to Mamowintowin Hall, we take our kids over there because the activities work well with age 0-6 development stages,” said Gladue.

Gladue hopes to see more activities that involve both the parents and the children.

“We like to see the parents get involved in their kids’ education. They are already involved, but we want to see more activities that the parents can get into,” said Gladue.

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MOM ON A MISSION OPENS LEARNING CENTRE 52

SCHOLARS EDUCATION CENTRE, PEACE RIVER

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Barb Drummond poses next to the Scholars Education Centre, a learning centre in Peace River, AB.

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I have come full circle and returned to my passion of teaching.

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ee a need, fill a need,” so the saying goes. Barb Drummond, 52, did just that when she opened the Scholars Education Centre on 100th Street, Peace River in February of this year.

The educator and mother of four has a long history of working with children, but it was after the birth of her youngest son, a special needs child, that she became a self-proclaimed “mom on a mission” as an advocate for parents and special needs kids.

“I have come full circle and returned to my passion of teaching. After we had Clark, I learned so much about children with special needs, and how different children’s brains react differently to receiving information.

It’s not just children with special needs—there are ‘typical’ students who need extra help or children on medication. So, that’s what started the whole process,” said Drummond.

Drummond originally left teaching to open two restaurants with her husband, Gordon. When Clark came along, she began avidly educating herself

about special needs children, and when he began school, she assisted his teachers in accommodating his needs.

As her children grew older and the Drummonds’ restaurants became more established, she felt it was time to return to her role as an educator. She created a website to assist other parents of children with special needs and began giving talks across Canada to help other schools and parents. Over time, the idea grew.

“I wanted to help more people by opening an education centre that offered tutoring, specialized assessments, support for teachers in the schools, guidance to parents for their child’s learning and more.

After researching tutoring franchises, I settled on Scholars Education Centre.

The company’s vision, programming and business model is in line with my philosophy. It was a good match,” said Drummond.

The programming of Scholars uses a “mastery” approach, not moving a student past a topic before they are ready. The building houses a main room for more boisterous activities and a partitioned-off

tutoring space for older students. Manipulatives, interactive games and learning incentives that change monthly keep learning fun. They also use physical tools like balance boards and a rebounder to prepare children for learning, especially those who may need a little help connecting the two sides of their brain.

“If your body is in perfect balance, it is physiologically ready to receive information. For students who struggle with basic math facts, spelling or reading, we have them do activities on the balance board. So, our model is more cutting-edge in how we’re trying to reach students and their brains,” said Drummond.

The Scholars Education Centre in Peace River is unique in several other aspects too. It is the first Scholars franchise to open in western Canada, and the first to integrate several rooms geared toward special needs children. They are also the first to use the Structure of Intellect (SOI) testing system, which is used to assess and address specific areas where a student may be struggling based on 26

cognitive abilities.

“This is the only franchise to house a sensory suite, listening lab and SOI testing. They granted me a pilot project, and it has been a fantastic addition to our Centre,” said Drummond.

In the sensory suite, the soothing hum of fans and dim lighting of fiber optics let children retreat from a busy environment to find their calm. The listening lab, or the “Groove Room,” is used along with academic work to stimulate learning with a clinically-proven Listening Program to help special-needs children reorganize their brains.

“The music in the Listening Program has been digitally altered in pitch, rate and frequency in order to reach specific areas of the brain.

And, the sensory suite gets a lot of use. Some of our students don’t always relate well to where they are—the rest of the world is way too big and noisy, and they become agitated. When they come here, there’s a sense of calm and they can hear themselves. Then when they go back home or into the classroom setting, they are able to focus on what they are doing,” said Drummond.

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The Centre offers free CAT3 academic assessments for grades K-8, which is a standardized, Canadawide test to determine where a student should be academically and which gaps need to be filled. There is also a free trial hour with a tutor for older students, so they can bring their books and see if they think it would be beneficial. There have even been adults who have taken advantage of the Centre’s services for steamand-pipe-fitter exam prep, GED prep and even an athlete who was considering work in the USA and wanted to study for his SAT. If a student consistently struggles with learning, the SOI test can help them dig deeper.

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tells us where students sit academically, but it doesn’t say why they’re not doing well. The SOI tells us why.

The student might have a memory, auditory or visual processing problem. If they aren’t getting something academically and you have presented the material in many ways, then there is an underlying issue, and we want to get to that underlying issue so they’re more successful at school,” said Drummond.

The Centre uses low teacher-to-student ratios of 1:1, 1:2 or 1:3, depending on area of need or ability.

They offer screenings for visual and auditory processing, and, by the end of August, they will also be able to offer the Integrated Practice Protocol (IPP) program to address

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the cause of a learning difficulty. They want to help any student of any age who requires help—from remedial assistance to enrichment programming.

“We have a team approach with the schools. We confer with a student’s teacher on how we can better assist them. We like that because we feel like we’re supporting the teachers as well as the students,” said Drummond.

Drummond and her husband have always been very community-minded, often giving donations of product from their restaurants to support various fundraisers and events in the communities they serve. Drummond also donates her time to parents who need help navigating the school system.

She has been thrilled with the community’s response to her new initiative.

“The community and surrounding areas have been incredibly supportive.

My opening in February was a huge success, and I was invited to speak at The Rotary Club, which gave me an opportunity to share what we do at the Centre.

I appreciate those who recommend us to others,” said Drummond.

With Barb Drummond’s business acumen and educational background, as well as her passion and drive to serve students and parents, the Scholars Education Centre seems destined to become a longstanding fixture on Peace River’s Main Street for years to come.

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ONGOING Jack & Jill

Every Tuesday |10am to 11:30am High Level Arena Hall

Women’s Sharing Circle

Leader or Volunteer of the Year award. Go to peaceriver.ca/volunteer for more information.

Park & Play

Every Friday from 10am to 11:30am Centennial Park, High Level Runs until September

Every 2nd Tuesday | 2:30pm to 4pm Seven Generations Youth Centre

Adult Drop In Volleyball

High Level Art Attack at the Mack

Runs until September

Every Tuesday from 7pm to 9pm Centennial Park, High Level

Last Wed. of the month | 6pm to 8pm Fairview Aquatic Centre Annual Mackenzie Crossroads Museum & VIC, Maintenance Shutdown High Level August 27 to September 16 Pool will reopen September 17

Home Alone Program

Kokum’s Kitchen

Every Friday from 11am to 1pm High Level Native Friendship Centre

Grimshaw Visitor Information Centre

Sign your 10- to 12-year olds up for Peace River FCSS Home Alone Courses.

Give them a call at 780-624-1000 to have your child’s name added to the registration list. Parents and caregivers will be called with more information once course dates have been set. Courses will run in lateSeptember and October.

Peace Regional Swimming Pool Shutdown September 1 to 30

The Peace Regional Pool will

Open from June 1 to September 1 from be shutdown for its annual 10am to 5pm, Monday to Friday maintenance. Registration for all fall

Youth Volunteer Challenge July 1 to August 31

Peace River youth can volunteer and fill in a tracking sheet for every five hours they spend volunteering. For each tracking sheet, their name will be entered into a fabulous prize draw.

and winter lessons and courses can be done over the phone during our shutdown at 780-624-3720. The fall/ winter brochure will be on the Town of Peace River website at peaceriver. ca/pool in late August.

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Peace River Summer Playground Passport Spend your summer visiting our playgrounds and enter to win a prize!

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Soul Works Art Show & Sale Show runs until August 22 DMI Gallery at the Peace River Municipal Library

August 6 Hines Creek End of Steel Museum Admission by donation. Starts at 8:30am with pancake breakfast.

Demonstrations and activities throughout the day.

Seniors Mystery Trip

August 7 from 10am to 4pm

Please register by August 2 by calling Val Gladue at 780-629-2476.

Herb Setz Sr. Memorial Poker Rally August 4 West Peace Dock, Peace River

Registration is at 12pm. For more information, please call Joan Setz at 780-618-1821

Free Public Swim

August 4 from 3pm to 5:30pm Fairview Aquatic Centre

Sponsored by the AUPE Fairview Area Council

Pioneer Day

August 5 Battle River Pioneer Museum (Manning)

Fresh Air Market

St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission Tours August 8 from 10am to 2pm St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission

Please meet at the site and we shall see you rain or shine. Tours are free.

Pop Up Playtimes

August 8 from 10:30am to 1pm Bonanza Ag Hall

Peace Parent Link is coming to a community near you! Children ages 0-6 and their parents/caregivers can join us for fun activities, games and a light lunch. Pop-Up Playtimes are free to attend, but pre-registration is required. Call 780-624-0770 to register.

August 5 Historic Dunvegan Provincial Park

Mackenzie Cairn Tours

Edwardian Tea

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August 5 Historic Northern Alberta Railway Station (9409 100 St. Peace River)

Hosted by the Peace River Museum, Archives and Mackenzie Centre.

Tickets are $10 and are available for purchase at the Peace River Museum or online at the museum’s Facebook event page with Eventbrite. Please purchase tickets ahead of time.

St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission Tours

July 1 to August 31

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Heritage Day

August 5 from 11am to 3pm St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission

Please meet at the site and we shall see you rain or shine. Tours are free.

August 8 from 1pm to 3pm Mackenzie Cairn

Indigenous Handicraft Workshops ~ Ceremonial Skirts August 9 from 10am to 4pm Sagitawa Friendship Centre

With Joey Farnsworth. $100 to participate. Workshops include instructions and all required materials. Participants will be crafting items to take home. For more information or to register, please call Ann at 780-624-2443. Space is limited.

Registration and payment deadlines are 2 business days before workshop.

Make and Take Day: Tie Dye

Nampa FCSS Adventure Days

Mackenzie Cairn Tours

For children ages 3-9. Children under 6 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. One t-shirt will be provided per person. Limited spots are available and pre-registration is required. Please call 780-322-3954 to register.

For ages 9 – 13. Limited spots available and pre-registration is required. Call 780-322-3954 to preregister.

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August 10 from 1pm to 3pm Nampa FCSS

August 13 from 9:30am to 4pm Nampa FCSS

Little Adventurers

August 13 from 1pm to 2pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Theme: Fun with water. Fun and games with tots ages 0-6. A light snack will be provided.

Please register by August 9. Contact Val Gladue at 780-629-2476

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together Healing Reins Youth Outing

August 10 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm Healing Reins Ranch, Falher

For ages 8-12. Bus will depart 12:45pm and will return at 4:15pm. Come and enjoy a relaxing environment with horses. Weather permitting. Spots are limited. For more information or to register call 780-624-8071.

Pioneer Days

August 11 Lac Cardinal Pioneer Village

Breakfast is served 8:30am to 10am.

Admission rates apply.

Music in the Park

August 11 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm Hemstock Park, Fairview

Dunvegan Kids!

August 11 from 2pm to 4pm Historic Dunvegan Provincial Park

Crafts, games and more—a new theme every time! Open to children of all ages and adults too! $5/child.

Adults are free. Pre-registration required. Children 6 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

Men’s Open

August 13 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission Tours August 15 from 10am to 2pm St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission

Please meet at the site and we shall see you rain or shine. Tours are free.

Indigenous Handicraft Workshops ~ Baby Wraps August 15 from 10am to 4pm Sagitawa Friendship Centre

With Mary Sawan. $100 to participate. Workshops include instructions and all required materials. Participants will be crafting items to take home. For more information or to register, please call Ann at 780-624-2443. Space is limited.

Registration and payment deadlines are 2 business days before workshop.

August 11 + 12 Fairview Golf Club 780-835-2844

Pop Up Playtimes

St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission Tours

Peace Parent Link is coming to a community near you! Children ages 0-6 and their parents/caregivers can join us for fun activities, games and a light lunch. Pop-Up Playtimes are free to attend, but pre-registration is required. Call 780-624-0770 to register.

August 12 from 11am to 3pm St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission

Please meet at the site and we shall see you rain or shine. Tours are free.

August 15 from 10:30am to 1pm Cecil Thompson Park (Northern Sunrise County)

August 15 from 1pm to 3pm Mackenzie Cairn, Shaftesbury Trail

Indigenous Arts Individual Project Funding Workshop

August 15 from 6pm to 8pm High Level Native Friendship Centre

Hosted by the Alberta Foundation for the Arts

Nampa FCSS Adventure Days August 17 from 9:30am to 4pm Nampa FCSS

For ages 9 – 13. Limited spots available and pre-registration is required. Call 780-322-3954 to preregister.

Northern Redneck Riders

August 18 + 19 Waterhole Rodeo Grounds, Fairview northernredneckriders.com

St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission Tours

August 19 from 11am to 3pm St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission

Please meet at the site and we shall see you rain or shine. Tours are free.

Touch A Truck

August 19 from 1pm to 3pm Cecil Thompson Park

There will be trucks and other vehicles of all shapes and sizes for children, under adult supervision, to touch and explore. A family event for all ages. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Paddle the Peace

August 18 from 8am to 5pm Shaftesbury Ferry Launch Site to the Lower West Peace Boat Launch

Ticket includes lunch, event insurance & shuttle from Lower West Peace Boat Launch to Shaftesbury Ferry river entry to begin paddle. Registration deadline is August 9. Canoe and kayak rental are available.

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Walking Tour of Downtown Peace River August 18 at 2pm

Tour starts at the Peace River Town Hall. Tours are free and may be cancelled due to poor weather

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Dunvegan Kids!

August 18 from 2pm to 4pm Historic Dunvegan Provincial Park

Crafts, games and more—a new theme every time! Open to children of all ages and adults too! $5/child.

Adult are free. Pre-registration required. Children 6 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

Harmon Valley Agricultural Society Fall Fair

Edwardian Tea

August 19 at 2pm Historic Northern Alberta Railway Station (9409 100 St. Peace River)

Hosted by the Peace River Museum, Archives and Mackenzie Centre.

Tickets are $10 and are available for purchase at the Peace River Museum or online at the museum’s Facebook event page with Eventbrite. Please purchase tickets ahead of time.

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together August 20 from 5pm to 8pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

August 18 Harmon Valley Ag Grounds

Open car show, bench show, gymkhana, reptiles, wagon rides, face painting, chili supper, live auction and more. Call Cory for more information 780-322-3352 ADVERTI SE ME N T

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Seniors Summer Van Trip: Dunvegan

Indigenous Handicraft Workshops ~ Birch Bark Baskets

August 20

Join us for a fun day of tea, berry picking, mini golf and ice cream.

Van will leave Nampa at 9:30am. $10 for van. Additional money for lunch. Minimum of five participants needed for trip. Pre-registration required. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Dance Camp with Tanisha

August 20 to 24 Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Creative Movement (ages 3-5) from 1:15pm to 2pm Beginner (ages 6-9 with 0-1 year of experience) from 2pm to 3pm Beginner/Novice (ages 8+ with 1-3 years of experience) from 3:15pm to 4:15pm Novice/Junior (ages 10+ with 2-4 years of experience) from 4:15pm to 5:15pm Contact Val Gladue for more information at 780-629-2476

Playground Party

August 21 from 10am to 11:30am Cecil Thompson Park

Come and play at CT Park, enjoy the bouncy pillow, games, crafts and snacks. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Indigenous Handicraft Workshops ~ Moose Hair Tufting August 22 from 9am to 1pm Sagitawa Friendship Centre

With Helen Meetchoyeah. $80 to participate. Workshops include instructions and all required materials. Participants will be crafting items to take home. For more information or to register, please call Ann at 780-624-2443. Space is limited.

Registration and payment deadlines are 2 business days before workshop.

St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission Tours August 22 from 10am to 2pm St. Augustine Roman Catholic Mission

Please meet at the site and we shall see you rain or shine. Tours are free.

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August 24 from 10am to 5pm Sagitawa Friendship Centre

Seniors Coffee Morning

August 22 from 10:30am to 11:30am Farmers Restaurant, Nampa Join us for morning coffee and conversation. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Mackenzie Cairn Tours

August 22 from 1pm to 3pm Mackenzie Cairn, Shaftesbury Trail

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Little Adventurers Day: Fun in the Sun August 23 from 10am to 11:30am Nampa FCSS

Join us for themed games, crafts, stories and snacks. For children ages 0-6 (must be accompanied by parent/guardian). Pre-registration is required by August 20. Call 780-3223954 to pre-register.

Pop Up Playtimes

August 23 from 10:30am to 1pm Berwyn Seniors Drop In Centre

Peace Parent Link is coming to a community near you! Children ages 0-6 and their parents/caregivers can join us for fun activities, games and a light lunch. Pop-Up Playtimes are free to attend, but pre-registration is required. Call 780-624-0770 to register.

Music by the Tracks

August 23 Historic Northern Alberta Railway Station (9409 100 St. Peace River)

The Peace River Museum, Archives and Mackenzie Centre invite you for a night of live music and drinks at the historic NAR Station. Tickets are $15 and are available for purchase at the door, the Peace River Museum or online at the PR Museum’s Facebook page with Eventbrite. In case of rain, this event will be moved to the museum. This is an 18+ event.

With Dolly Metchooyeah. $75 to participate. Workshops include instructions and all required materials. Participants will be crafting items to take home. For more information or to register, please call Ann at 780-624-2443. Space is limited.

Registration and payment deadlines are 2 business days before workshop.

Youth EC Bar Ranch Outing (from St. Isidore)

August 24 from 10:30am to 4:30pm EC Bar Ranch, High Prairie

For ages 8-13. Bus departing St. Isidore Cultural Centre at 9am with pick up at 6:15pm. $10 per person.

Lunch and snacks will be provided.

Weather permitting. Spots are limited.

Your spot will not be confirmed until registration is paid for and proper forms are filled out. For more information or to register call 780624-8071.

Family Fun BBQ

August 25 from 11am to 2pm McKinney Hall, Three Creeks

Join us for family summer fun, food and games. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Sharks presents Paws on the Patio SPCA Benefit August 25 from 1pm to 4pm Sharks, Peace River

Join us for a cocktail on our patio and meet some of the residents of the SPCA looking for their fur-ever homes. All burger or hot dog sales proceeds will go to the Peace River SPCA. Bring your pet for a family photo in exchange for an SPCA donation.

Dunvegan Kids!

August 25 from 2pm to 4pm Historic Dunvegan Provincial Park

Crafts, games and more—a new theme every time! Open to children of all ages and adults too! $5/child.

Adults are free. Pre-registration required. Children 6 & under must be accompanied by an adult.

Summer’s End Festival August 25 Town of Fairview

Variety of local entertainment and activities, open air markets, food booths, street dance, Peace Classic Wheels and more.

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Ryder Cup

August 25 + 26 Fairview Golf Club 780-835-2844

IMPACT Youth Outing August 27

Join us as we celebrate all your accomplishments this summer.

Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together

August 27 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Dodgeball Tournament

August 28 from 11am to 6pm

Register your team and compete for prizes. Teams of 5 up to a maximum of 8 teams. Please register by August 21. To register your team, call 780629-2476.

Girls Slumber Party

August 29 with 6pm check in & 10am checkout

For ages 10 to 16. Activities, crafts, fashion show and movie. Must bring your own bedding. Please pre-register

by July 26 (with permission slips signed). Contact Val Gladue at 780629-2476.

Northern Slammer Slo Pitch Tournament August 31 – September 2 Town of High Level

SEPTEMBER Annual Get to Know You Night Date TBD Town of High Level

31st Annual George Lake Music Festival

September 1 + 2 (Gates open at 8am) George Lake Campground (Hwy 64 – 3km south of Hines Creek) Local band playing gospel country and rock. Free corn (all you can eat starting at 1pm on Sunday), pancake breakfast (at 9am), food booths (Eat Your Heart Out & Rolling Stoves), camping, horseshoe tournaments and more. Admission is $15/day or $25/weekend for adults with 12 and under free. Sponsored by the George Lake Aquatic Recreation Association.

Peace Parent Link Fall Showcase

September 4 – 7 Peace Parent Link (10038 99 St. | Peace River)

Visit our drop-in centre and learn about our exciting selection of upcoming programs and services and sign up for registered programs.

Seniors Coffee Morning

Arts and Crafts with Joann Gibb

Join us for morning coffee and conversation. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Ages 12+. Please call 780-629-2476 for more information.

September 7 from 10am to 11am Farmers Restaurant, Nampa

Circle of Security

September 11 to October 2 Peace Parent Link

Elder’s Soup and Bannock

September 5 from 12pm to 1pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Free soup for seniors (55+).

Caregivers are welcome. Call 780-6292476 for more information.

Drop in Dodgeball

September 5 from 4pm to 5pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake For ages 6-10. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Community Helpers, Real Life Heroes

September 6 from 10:30am to 12pm Peace Parent Link

In partnership with AHS Health Promotion, Peace River Fire Department, Peace River RCMP and AHS EMS. Explore emergency vehicles in the parking lot across from PLC, meet our “real life heroes” in uniform, take part in an optional informative car seat check, enjoy fun “community helper” themed activities in the play centre with lots of home safety and more.

Andy Little Memorial Golf Tournament September 8 Fairview Golf Club 780-835-2844

Parade of Programs

September 8 from 1pm to 2:30pm Location TBA

Come on out to one convenient location and sign up your children for their favourite fall and winter activities. Newcomers to Peace River are also invited to come out and learn more about their new community with Town of Peace River resources and information.

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Drop in Dodgeball

September 10 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake For ages 6-11. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Annual Dixonville Sports Days September 1 – 3 explorecountyofnorthernlights. com

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together

Dunvegan Market Gardens Annual Corn Roast

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

September 3 Dunvegan Market Gardens

Ministerial Cup

September 3 Fairview Golf Club 780-835-2844

Ice Cream Party

September 4 from 4pm to 5pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Join us for a sundae and build it yourself with a variety of delicious toppings. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

September 10 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Social Media Use and Abuse

September 6 from 2pm to 4pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake An information session with Dr. Sonia. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Addicts Healing Support & Art Maker Group September 6 from 5:30pm to 7pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

Young Crafters

September 11 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

With NNADAP Councellor Joanne Gibb and Dr. Sonia Sorban Contact 780-629-8963 or 780-6292476 for more information.

Arts and crafts for ages 6-11. Boys in the kitchen. For more information, please call 780-629-2476.

FCSS Services Fair

September 11 from 4:30pm to 5:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

September 6 from 6pm to 8pm E.E. Oliver School, Fairview

September 11 from 6pm to 7:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Girls Mini-Makeovers

Learn how to meet your children’s emotional needs and your own needs—all the way around the circle. The Circle of Security is a relationship-based program designed to enhance attachment between parents and children. Call 780-6240770 to register.

Lunch and Learn

September 12 from 12pm to 2pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake Please call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Open Gym Night

September 12 from 4pm to 6pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake Please call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Kids Have Stress Too September 12 to 26 Peace Parent Link

Teaching parents, caregivers and practitioners to help young children enhance their physical, mental, emotional, behavioural coping skills during their preschool years. Call 780624-0770 to register.

Safe Talk

September 13 from 1pm to 4pm

Free workshop with instruction and workbook. This training helps prepare helpers to identify with thoughts of suicide and connect those in need with suicide first-aid resources. Sponsored by Northern Sunrise County Community Services.

To register or for more information contact 780-629-2476.

Outdoor Dodgeball

September 13 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Nampa FCSS

Ages 6-14. Join us for an outdoor game of dodgeball. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Grimshaw Parade of Programs

September 13 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Kennedy Elementary Gymnasium (4612 50 St.)

Ages 6-12. Please call 780-629-3476 for more information.

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Scottish Whisky Tasting

September 15 at 2pm Historic Northern Alberta Railway Station (9409 100 St. Peace River)

Tickets are $60(+GST) and are available for purchase at the Peace River Museum or online at the Museum’s Facebook event page with Eventbrite. Please purchase tickets ahead of time.

38th Terry Fox Run (Site #1130) September 16 from 9am to 1pm Grimshaw Fire Hall

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together

September 17 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Elder’s Soup & Bannock

Little Adventurers

Free soup for seniors (55+).

Caregivers are welcome. Call 780-6292476 for more information.

Fun and adventure for kids ages 0-6.

A light snack will be provided. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

September 19 from 12pm to 1pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Healthy Weight Management

September 20 from 1pm to 2pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

A light snack will be provided. For more information call 780-629-2476.

Call Grimshaw Community Services for more info at 780-332-4005

Mighty Peace Come Try Ringette September 16 from 1pm to 2:15pm Baytex Energy Centre

Free event. New and experienced skaters 5 years of age and up are welcome. Please bring skates, gloves, warm pants/ski pants and a certified helmet. Sticks and rings will be provided. Pre-register at cometryringette.ca and questions can be sent to mightypeaceringette@ gmail.com

Little Adventures: Barnyard Bash!

September 17 from 10am to 11:30am Nampa FCSS

Join us for themed games, crafts, activities and snacks. Pre-registration is required is required by September 13. Call 780-322-3954 to register.

Little Adventurers

September 17 from 1pm to 2:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Theme: Cowboys and cowgirls. Fun and adventure for kids ages 0-6. A light snack will be provided. Call 780629-2476 for more information.

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September 18 from 3:30pm to 5pm Nampa FCSS

Join us for an afternoon of Martial Arts with Garrett from Mighty Peace Martial Arts. Limited spots available. Pre-registration required

by September 14. Call 780-322-3954 to register.

Boys Open Gym

September 18 from 5pm to 6:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake Ages 6-12. Please call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Peace River Community Choir Trial Rehearsal

September 18 at 7:15pm Good Shepherd School Courtyard

Come to the PRCC Trial Rehearsals to see if choir is for you—no obligation to join. These rehearsals will help us firm up our numbers for the upcoming season. We would love to have you!

Fun with Play Dough

September 19 from 10am to 12pm

Join us when we take over “La Petite Ecole” and learn how to make play dough! For ages 0-6. For more information, contact 780-624-8071.

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together

September 24 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Books and S’mores

Young Crafters

For ages 5-12. Join us for story time and s’mores. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

For ages 6-11. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Addicts Healing Support & Art Maker Group

September 25 from 4:30pm to 5:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

September 20 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Nampa Public Library

Martial Arts for Kids

September 24 from 1pm to 2pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

September 20 from 5:30pm to 7pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

With NNADAP Counsellor Joanne Gibb and Dr. Sonia Sorban Contact 780-629-8963 or 780-6292476 for more information.

Milk and Cookies Club

September 21 from 10am to 11am Nampa Public Library

Join us for a story, crafts, milk and cookies. For ages 0-6 (must be accompanied by a parent/guardian).

Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Annual Pumpkin King Contest and the Odd and Unusual Produce Showcase September 21 from 11am to 1pm Manning Legion Hall

Bring your giant pumpkins to be weighed by 11:30am. Weigh in starts at 12pm.

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September 25 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Girls Mini-Makeovers

Ages 6-12. Please call 780-629-3476 for more information.

Arts and Crafts with Joann Gibb September 25 from 6pm to 7:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Ages 12+. Please call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Peace River Community Choir Trial Rehearsal

September 25 at 7:15pm Good Shepherd School Courtyard

Come to the PRCC Trial Rehearsals to see if choir is for you—no obligation to join. These rehearsals will help us firm up our numbers for the upcoming season. We would love to have you!

Lunch and Learn

September 26 from 12pm to 2pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake Please call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Glenmary School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

September 26 at 2:30pm Glenmary School Gym (8801 91 St. Peace River) School tours from 3:30pm to 5:30pm and are open to the public Come see the newly modernized Glenmary School.

Paint Night with Joann

September 27 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

For women. Please pre-register by September 24 by calling 780-629-2476.

In partnership with NNADAP, CPNP & MCH.

years (must be accompanied by an adult/guardian). Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Kidtoberfest

October 9 from 3:30pm to 5pm Nampa FCSS

Join us for hot dogs, apple cider, pumpkin painting and more! Preregistration is required by October 4.

Call 780-322-3954 to register.

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together

October 1 from 5pm to 8pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Open Gym Night Learn to Bake Pumpkin Pie

October 3 from 12pm to 1pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

For ages 16+. Please pre-register by September 27 by calling 780-629-2476.

Seniors Lunch & Learn October 3 at 12pm Nampa Seniors Centre

Join us for lunch followed by informative speakers touching on a variety of topics. $5 per person. Call 780-322-3954 to register.

Family Game Night

September 28 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Nampa FCSS Join us for an evening of board games. Fun for all ages. Snack will be provided. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Doors Open September 29

The Peace River Museum, Archives and Mackenzie Centre is celebrating Culture Days with Doors Open where historic buildings that may not be open during the year will be open free to the public. A list of these buildings will be made available on our Facebook page and website (peaceriver.ca/museum).

Year End NET Championships September 29 Fairview Golf Club 780-835-2844

Peace River Variety Market September 30 from 11am to 4pm Sawridge Inn Peace River fb.com/peacefuldeals

OCTOBER If You Give a Kid a Muffin Storytime

October 1 from 10am to 11am Nampa FCSS

Join us for stories, crafts and snacks inspired by the book, If you Give a Moose a Muffin. For children ages 0-6

Travelling Art Exhibit: Comic Art in Alberta Reading and Writing Group – Fall Term

October 3 to 31 Mackenzie Crossroads Museum and VIC, High Level

The written word is a powerful tool and an asset to success in our society. Yet, one in four Albertans struggle with literacy issues. If you or someone you know is struggling, this is the place to start making a change. This small group setting will focus on basic literacy learning using a variety of tools and techniques to help you overcome your literacy challenges. Contact us today for more information at 780-624-4220.

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Kids Zumba

Addicts Healing Support & Art Maker Group

October 2 from 1pm to 3pm Horizon Learning Centre

October 2 from 3:30pm to 5pm Nampa FCSS

Join us for an afternoon of Zumba.

For ages 5-12. Pre-registration is required by September 27. Call 780322-3954 to register.

Peace River Community Choir Trial Rehearsal

October 2 at 7:15pm Good Shepherd School Courtyard

October 4 Peace River

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Dealing with Depression & Positive Thinking with Dr. Sonia October 4 from 1pm to 2:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

For ages 16+. Please pre-register by September 27 by calling 780-629-2476.

Art Night with Joann

October 9 from 6pm to 7:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake For age 16+. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Seniors Coffee Morning

October 10 from 10am to 11am Farmers Restaurant, Nampa

Join us for morning coffee and conversation. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Elder’s Soup & Bannock

October 10 from 12pm to 1pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

A program for seniors (55+).

Caregivers welcome. Please call 780629-2476 for more information.

Open Gym Night

October 10 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake For ages 6-12. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Ladies Night Self Defence Class 3.0 October 10 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm

With NNADAP Counsellor Joanne Gibb and Dr. Sonia Sorban Contact 780-629-8963 or 780-6292476 for more information.

Free Public Swim

Young Crafters

October 6 from 3pm to 5:30pm Fairview Aquatic Centre

Sponsored by the AUPE Fairview Area Council

Elder’s Soup & Bannock

Information session on how you can “Eat to Stay Energized and Tricks on How to Build Your Memory”! Free to participate. For more information call 780-624-8071.

A program for seniors (55+).

Caregivers welcome. Please call 780629-2476 for more information.

For ages 6-12. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Join St. Isidore FCSS and Nampa FCSS when we host a 3rd part to out ladies self defence class. Must be 18+. Free to attend. Limited spots available.

To register or for more information, please contact St. Isidore FCSS at 780624-8071.

October 4 from 5:30pm to 7pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

Come to the PRCC Trial Rehearsals to see if choir is for you—no obligation to join. These rehearsals will help us firm up our numbers for the upcoming season. We would love to have you!

October 3 from 12pm to 1pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

October 9 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Seniors Alberta Health Services Presentation

October 11 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake Arts and crafts for ages 6-11. For more information, please call 780629-2476.

October 9 at 1:30pm Le Café du Coin, St. Isidore

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BullyProof

Building Self-Esteem and SelfConfidence

October 11 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Nampa FCSS

For ages 6-9. The Kidproof Bullyproofing Program is a preventative bully awareness program that address the subject of bullying by identifying, understanding, acting and avoiding both face-to-face and online bullies.

Snacks will be provided. Call 780-223954 for more information.

Feather Jewelry with Joann

October 11 & 25 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake This is a two-session class. Please pre-register by October 4 by calling 780-629-2476.

Triple P Positive Parenting Program

Group sessions begin October 11 Peace Parent Link

Take the guesswork out of parenting!

This program gives you the skills and the confidence you need to help manage the big and small problems of family life and reduce everyday stress. Call 780-624-0770 to register.

Fibre Arts Show & Sale with Fall Tea

October 13 & 14 from 11am to 4pm Historic Northern Alberta Railway Station (9409 100 St. Peace River)

Fibre artists of the Peace are invited to contact the museum to book a table. Admission is free for visitors.

Little Adventurers

October 18 from 1pm to 2:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Ages 16+. Please pre-register by October 15 by calling 780-629-2476.

Books and S’mores Free Swim

October 15 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Peace Regional Pool Sponsored by the AUPE

Small Business Week October 15 to 19 Town of Fairview

Open Gym Night

October 16 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake For ages 6-12. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Healthy Kids Cooking Class

October 16 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm Nampa Seniors Centre Healthy habits start now! This class introduces kids to basic cooking principles and ways they can make yummy snacks that are equally nutritious. Limited spots available.

Pre-registration is required by October 12. Call 780-322-3954 to register.

Lunch and Learn

October 17 from 12pm to 1pm Mamowintowin Hall Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

October 15 from 1pm to 2:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Mobile Van Cancer Screening In partnership with Peace Parent Link. and Resource Information Fun and adventure for kids ages 0-6.

A light snack will be provided. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together October 15 from 5pm to 8pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

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October 17 at 2:30pm Mamowintowin Hall

Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

October 18 from 3:30pm to 4:30pm Nampa Public Library For ages 5-12. Join us for story time and s’mores. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Addicts Healing Support & Art Maker Group

October 18 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

October 21 from 11am to 4pm Sawridge Inn Peace River fb.com/peacefuldeals

Deadwood Fall Supper

October 21 from 5pm to 7pm

Continuous buffet. Silent auction items begin closing at 6:15pm sharp. Many silent auction items.

Traditional turkey/fall supper.

Sharing the wealth with the travel group again (they are preparing the meal). Proceeds go to the continuous improvements to our hall.

Hands On

October 22 from 10am to 11:30am

In partnership with NNADAP and Dr. Sonia Please call Joann for more information at 780-629-8963

Join Nampa FCSS and Peace Parent Link for an interactive morning of reading, singing, crafts, snacks and more. Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Home-based Business Trade Show

Youth PD Day Outing: Bowling

Hosted by the Fairview Chamber of Commerce

Bus will leave Nampa at 1pm.

Limited spots available. Cost: free.

Pre-registration is required. Call 780322-3954 to register.

October 18

Milk and Cookies Club

October 22

October 19 from 10am to 11am Nampa Public Library

Join us for a story, crafts, milk and cookies. For ages 0-6 (must be accompanied by a parent/guardian).

Call 780-322-3954 for more information.

Girls Night

October 19 at 7pm Le Café du Coin, St. Isidore

Join us for a fun night out with the girls creating stencil art on pillow cases. $40 per participant. Supplies, snacks and beverages will be provided. Limited spots available.

Pre-registration is required by October 12. Please call 780-624-8071.

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together

Halloween Crafternoon

October 23 from 3:30pm to 5pm Nampa FCSS

Join us for spooky crafts, games and treats. Call 780-322-3954.

Pizza Night and Presentation 14+

October 23 from 4pm to 6pm

Please pre-register by October 18 by calling 780-629-2476.

Elder’s Soup and Bannock

October 17 from 5pm to 7pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Peace River Variety Market

October 24 from 12pm to 1pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

Night of Stars Gala October 19

Hosted by the Fairview Chamber of Commerce

Free soup for seniors (55+).

Caregivers are welcome.

Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Open Gym Night

October 24 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake For ages 6-12. Please call 780-6292476 for more information.

Annual 55+ Peace River FCSS Seniors Health & Wellness Fair October 26 from 1pm to 4pm Chateau Nova (Elk Room)

Join us for an opportunity to meet our community supports, government agencies and learn about what services are available for seniors in our community. Topics include dementia, senior friendly care, overcoming loneliness, government supports and how exercise can help us age better and more. Free to attend.

Kick off to Christmas Shopping Event October 28 from 11am to 5pm Chateau Nova, Peace River

Over 65 vendors from across the Peace Region. Handmade/homemade and home-based businesses. Get a start on your Christmas shopping and ideas. Admission is a donation of food or funds to the local food bank.

This event kicks off their fundraising season.

Little Adventurers: Halloween Party October 29 from 10am to 11:30am Nampa FCSS

Join us for themed games, crafts, activities and snacks. Don’t forget to wear your costume! For ages 0-6 (must be accompanied by parent/ guardian). Pre-registration required

by October 22. Call 780-322-3954 to register.

Free Swim

October 29 from 6:30pm to 8:30pm Peace Regional Pool Sponsored by Hertz

Fall Fun Day

October 30 from 5pm to 6:30pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake Arts and crafts and cupcake walk.

Please call 780-629-2476 for more information.

Fitness Night and Let’s Get Healthy Together October 29 from 5pm to 8pm Woodland Cree Health Centre

A collaboration with KTC-IRS and Woodland Cree Health. A fitness routine that includes stretching, basic Zumba, walking routine and more.

Learn to make healthy snacks and energy drinks. Everyone is welcome.

Snacks, refreshments and door prizes. Call 780-629-2476 for more information.

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Town of High Level’s Safe Family Halloween October 31 from 6pm to 8pm Town Hall

Halloween!

October 31 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm St. Isidore Cultural Centre

Party for Tots

October 31 from 1pm to 3pm Mamowintowin Hall, Cadotte Lake

In partnership with CPNO/MCH Programs. Please call 780-629-2476 or 780-629-8963 for more information.

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Join us for free hot dog supper, games and treats. For more information call Corey at 780-624-8481 or Melanie at 780-624-8071.

Enjoy a leisurely paddle from Shaftesbury Ferry to Peace River’s Lower West Boat Launch with a complimentary shuttle, meal, door prizes and lots of fun on the water!

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