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RCMP files from APRIL 5 - 11 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser April 5 03:50 – Traffic stop conducted in the town of Vegreville. The 27-year-old male driver from Stettler was unable to provide his driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance. He also provided a false name. After investigation the driver’s name was learned and it was determined that the driver had warrants. The driver was arrested. During the search of the vehicle, methamphetamine was found as well as a large weapon. The 22-year-old female passenger from Vegreville was also arrested as a result on charges of possession of a controlled substance and weapons possession. The male was released with documents for court on charges of failing to produce documents as well as obstruction and weapons possession.

09:34 – Traffic stop conducted for speeding on Hwy 16. The 26-year-old female from Stony Plain was issued a ticket for travelling 155 kmph in a 110 kmph zone. She was issued a ticket carrying a voluntary penalty of $432.

19:30 – Curfew check conducted in Mundare on a known drug offender. The 32-year-old female was not home as required by her court conditions. A warrant was issued for her arrest. This is the 6th time this individual has been breached on her conditions in 2021.

20:26 – Report of a break and enter at a residence in Vegreville. CCTV was obtained and the suspect who is known to police has been identified. In 2021 this subject had been arrested five times.

April 6 10:45 – Traffic stop on Hwy 16. A 32-year-old male from Warman, SK was issued 3 tickets. Charges included driving an uninsured motor vehicle on a highway (mandatory court), operating a motor vehicle without registration (VP of $324) and driving without a license (VP of $324).

13:10 – Request received to assist another police agency in an investigation.

18:18 – Report of SCAM call.

Complainant received a text message informing them that their Amazon account had a $1,700 bill. The complainant called the number back and then allowed the people on the other end remote access to her computer. Members spoke to the complainant and provided them information on the Canadian AntiFraud Centre as well as informed them to contact their banks and Equifax.

19:54 – Report from a rural residence in

Lamont County near Mundare. The complainant stated that the suspects removed a muffler from a vehicle and then fled.

The suspects were driving a White Dodge pickup truck with a slip tank.

22:46 – Call to report an individual causing a disturbance at a Vegreville Lodging establishment. The subject of the complaint was not staying there. A 27-year-old from Saddle Lake was found to be intoxicated with open liquor. She was arrested and lodged in cells until sober then released.

April 7 11:20 – Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in approximately 10 speeding tickets as well as other infractions.

11:39 – Call to the Vegreville Detachment from an anonymous individual with a caller ID located in the USA. The caller was inquiring as to why people are being arrested at the Grace Life Church west of Edmonton. The caller decided that he tried to call other resources including AHS. Members informed him that they do not police that area and could not assist. The caller suggested that members do not care and should investigate.

April 8 09:46 – Traffic enforcement in the area starting with a call to a 2 vehicle collision in Vegreville. A 28-year-old female was charged with failing to stop at a stop sign.

During the enforcement, 15 speeding tickets as well as tickets for seat belts, operating without registration, and other offences were issued.

19:53 – Report of the theft of a bicycle from a residence in Mundare by “youths”.

The bicycle was returned shortly after.

Members were in the area and did patrols.

20:22 – Report of an abandoned vehicle in the ditch in the Mundare area. It was determined that the vehicle was initially

reported stolen out of the jurisdiction.

The vehicle also interacted with traffic services prior to being located (19:36).

Members made patrols in the area and located two people walking down the road near Mundare approximately an hour later. The two were arrested and provided false names to members. They were later identified. A 22-year-old male from Saskatoon was held in custody and is to appear on the 14th of April on 5 criminal charges and 5 provincial charges. A 25-year-old female from Saskatoon was remanded into custody and was to appear in court on the 12 of April. Both were charged with flight and obstruction.

The male driver also received criminal charges for operating a vehicle while prohibited, possession of stolen property and fail to comply with a probation order.

April 9 08:18 – Traffic enforcement in the Vegreville area.

Approximately 10 speeding tickets were issued along with tickets for other violations.

12:18 – Call to the Vegreville detachment by a client to report that electronic devices were frying their brain and setting them on fire. They believed that President Obama and the CIA were targeting them. Members attended and spoke to the individual who declined further assistance.

15:35 – Report of an unknown male sitting in the middle of the road north of Ranfurly. Members attended and spoke with the subject of the complaint. They learned that the subject was simply out for a walk.

22:55 – Curfew check on a client in Vegreville. The 50-year-old male was found to be in breach of his curfew conditions (failing to present to a peace officer).

Members returned the next day and arrested the male who was later released with documents for court.

April 10 Nothing of note.

April 11 14:29 – Report of theft of a skid steer from a rural property near Mundare. A yellow and black Caterpillar 299C was stolen overnight. Under investigation.

During the week there were 114 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 0 false 911, 0 animal strikes, 1 Health Act (COVID), 5 wellbeing checks, 4 calls under the Mental Health Act, and approximately 49 tickets from traffic enforcement.

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Canada Bends to China’s Will Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion Anyone who wasn’t watching closely these past few days will have missed seeing the Trudeau government sink to an all new low.

If you ignore my title, some readers may think I’m referring to the Liberal motion to shut down the investigation into sexual misconduct in the military and the handling of misconduct allegations against then-Chief of the Defense Staff General Jonathan Vance in 2018.

The motion was passed with support by the Bloc Quebecois and concludes the study while possibly leaving outstanding witnesses unable to be heard by the committee. It is unknown if these witnesses will testify by Friday.

Retired Colonel Michel Drapeau, a lawyer specializing in military cases, described the motion to end the study as a “giant and violent slap in the face of victims” and a “self-protective move” by the government.

You can look at arguments from both sides and decide for yourself.

The event I’m speaking of, if you can believe it, may be more troubling. To fully understand what transpired we must familiarize ourselves with an old word. Kowtow.

Kowtow, which is borrowed from kau tau in Cantonese Chinese, is the act of deep respect shown by prostration, that is, kneeling and bowing so low as to have one’s head touching the

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ground. In Sinospheric culture, the kowtow is the highest sign of reverence. (Wikipedia) It with the greatest respect that our PM, who is a self-admitted fan of communist China, shows his admiration by kowtowing to President Xi Jinping and the power figures in Beijing.

Why would I say this? Well, it’s not the usual form of groveling done by our Canadian government. It’s not about teaming up with China on vaccines (which are now proving to be the worst performing in the world) nor is it about PPE and our reliance on Chinese companies for our own health and safety. It’s not even about standing idle while two Canadian citizens are held in a Chinese prison while a Huawei executive is so terribly confined to one of her multi-million dollar mansions.

No, this is about simple recognition of a leader, who by most accounts, has served her people VERY well. The Halifax International Security Forum (HFX) which is known around the world was set to award Tsai Ing-wen, the President of Taiwan, with the prestigious “John McCain Prize for Leadership in Public Service. However, it looks like that may not happen.

This weekend Politico reported that the Trudeau government threatened to pull funding and other support for the group should they present the award to Tsai.

Reactions ranged from “disappointing” to “a national disgrace” to “absolutely pathetic”. The last comment was from Meghan McCain, daughter of the late U.S. Senator for whom the award is named after. Her exact quote... “Absolutely pathetic - Canadian government is a bunch of cowards condoning Chinese genocide.”

For those who don’t follow world politics, China is not pleased with Taiwan and the fact they will not succumb to pressures on the small country. Increasingly, like in other parts of the globe, China has been pushing boundaries.

They have sailed into waters and have been trying to re-write internationally recognized borders. Early this week Taiwan reported that China’s PLA flew 25 warplanes into Taiwanese airspace. The largest incursion among repeated offenses. Taiwan, like other nations has been critical of China and their human rights violations and President Tsai is a strong advocate for democracy. Something China obviously dislikes.

In true form, the self-proclaimed feminist Liberals cut another strong, progressive woman off at the knees. It seems that they know no shame when it comes to this, feeling the need to extend their reach beyond their own party, and onto the international stage.

For now, HFX hasn’t decided how to proceed. In a show of true class that we haven’t seen in Canada for some time, Taiwan’s foreign ministry spokesperson Joanne Ou stated, “(however) On the basis of democratic principles and respect for the HFX, Taiwan will respect the HFX’s decision regarding the prize.”

It seems clear where our government’s loyalties lie.

Or perhaps its pure ego and PM Trudeau cannot stand the fact that Taiwan essentially “knocked it out of the park” when it came

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Expansion Planned for Vegreville Peavey Mart

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Planned expansion of the Peavey Mart location in Vegreville was discussed during town council’s March 24 legislative committee meeting.

In a Request For Council Decision, (RFCD), Infrastructure, Planning & Development Director Dale Lefebvre stated, “Peavey Mart conducted inspections of their stores across Central Alberta and indicated that Vegreville’s store required more room.

Peavey Mart will be constructing a 9,720 square foot expansion, esthetic

improvements inside and outside of the existing space as well as complete asphalt of the parking lot, garden area, and storage yard.

Since they are building out the entire footprint of their property, they require space for a laydown yard for their materials and equipment.”

Lefebvre said there would be no financial implications to the town, but they would have to enter into an agreement with Peavey Mart that would require the company to ensure the area they will be utilizing for the laydown yard be in the same or better condition

at the end of its usage.

The actual area of the temporary road closure of 53 A Street is from 50 Avenue to 51 Avenue for the duration of their 2021 construction season.

According to Peavey Mart’s website, it is 100 percent Canadian owned. “Peavey Mart is one of three banners under the Peavey Industries LP umbrella. Together, Peavey Mart, MainStreet Hardware and TSC Stores combine into Canada’s Largest Farm and Ranch Retailer, a distinction we are very proud of.

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90 Years Ago – April 15, 1931

A business block, comprising a number of stores was burned at the village of Irma, east of Viking, on Monday morning. The total loss is estimated at $50,000. Irma suffered a similar loss by fire in 1911, when the village was practically wiped out.

The municipality of Eagle at the last meeting decided not to support the highway as proposed by the Vegreville Chamber of Commerce some time ago. The expenditure would be too great and this municipality would have to expend approximately $20,000.

Last week’s heavy winds blew the sparks from an old straw pile which had been burnt a few days ago, and caused a big prairie fire on the Lake Whitford hay meadows. Two farmers lost seven large stacks of hay while other stacks were saved by almost superhuman efforts. The loss is great at this time of the year when feed is needed for the spring operations.

The tennis courts are again being put into shape this spring under the management of the energetic Emil Wener.

75 Years Ago – April 10, 1946

Newcomers in the field of real estate and insurance are Robert Henley and son, Bob, whose offices are at their home, just west of the curling rink. Mr. Henley of the curling rink. Mr. Henley Sr. has been a resident of the district since 1908 and, prior to that, lived at Lloydminster for some three years. He has travelled over the entire district many times and is familiar with the farm land situation. Bob Jr. was teaching prior to enlisting in the army but has no great desire to return to the profession, considering that there are better possibilities in real estate.

Increase of four cents per pound in the price of creamery butter at all levels in designed as an incentive to greater butter production in the coming year, and also to bring creamery butter prices in line with other dairy products, the Prices Board states.

Innisfree residents were buzzing with excitement when M. Tym’s straw pile caught fire. It seems he had burned an old straw pile some time ago and it is believed that the second one caught fire from the first. A granary of grain stood by the second pile but they managed to bet it moved in time.

50 Years Ago – April 15, 1971

Lamont has been selected as the center for the Eastern Regional Semi-Final Talent Contest. David Niles announced that the Associated Canadian Travellers, administrators of the Northern Alberta Crippled Children’s Fund have selected the Lions Club of Lamont as conveners of the show which will be held in the Lamont High School.

Innisfree’s annual 4-H Public Speaking was held in the Minburn School, with Keith Whitmore as chairman. Judges were Corporal Braswell, Rev. Malcolm Profitt, and Dr. Hoover. First went to Keith Barber, Second Norma Barber and Elaine Rustad was the alternate.

Vegreville Branch No. 39, Royal Canadian Legion held the annual Vimy Banquet in the Legion Club room with just over one hundred in attendance. Twenty-six World War I veterans, wives and widows were hosted to a supper catered by Crossways Café. Legion President Orville Tebbutt proposed a toast to the W.W.I. veterans at the 54th Anniversary of the battle that gave Canada nationhood.

The Alberta Wheat Pool has issued refunds on patronage by members in the 1969-70 crop year. Cheques totalling $1,359,000 and reserve (ownership) statements amounting to $2,484.000 were mailed this week to Pool Agents for distribution to memberspatrons. The refund totals $3,843,000 and is shared by almost 33,000 farm families.

25 Years Ago – April 16, 1996

Vegreville will hire a part-time inspector to patrol and enforce for weed and unsightly premises bylaws from May thru September.

Bylaw enforcement officer Ken Podoborozny spends about half his time contracting services to Mundare, Lamont, Chipman, Innisfree, Willingdon and Lavoy.

The younger crowd were able to attend a mini-concert of recording group Farmers’ Daughter on April 13, courtesy of Stereo Stop.

Well over 700 adults enjoyed the evening concert and steak fry, which was held to raise money for the Zamboni. Kinsmen Club member Daryl Vinet reports that over $60,000 has been raised for the Zamboni, thanks to corporate donations, the town portion, and grants.

Bull riders tested their skills against some mean and ornery critters at the Bull-a-Rama held at the Broken Spoke ranch on April 13.

Thirty riders competed for the prize money, with Cody Street of Joffre, B.C. coming out the winner in both the long go and the eight-man final.

MLA Ed Stelmach presented a cheque for $10,875 from a Wild Rose Foundation grant to Lakeland Breakers president Ronny Bourassa and vice-president Richard Marchenko. The money was used to go towards the purchase of the Jaws of Life.

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The Horror! U.S. Pandemic Response far better than Canada’s

When it comes to health care, Canadians only seem to care about one thing: Are we better than the United States?

As long as we “beat” the U.S., we remain smug about our performance, although this attitude can be hard to square with the tens of thousands of Canadians who get quick access to top-level care in the U.S. each year, or the snowbirds vaccinated for COVID weeks or months ahead of their stay-athome peers.

The Macdonald-Laurier Institute took aim at Canadian smugness recently with its COVID Misery Index. Using public data, researchers compared 15 developed countries on 16 measures grouped into three categories: Disease Misery, Response Misery, and Economic Misery.

How are we doing? Overall Canada continues to rank in the lower third – 11th out of 15, and shockingly to some, two places behind the much-maligned United States.

While Canada had fewer cases and deaths than some, and so performed better on the Disease Misery category, our total excess deaths from all causes, including among younger Canadians, was relatively high. Because of Canada’s chronically inadequate health care capacity, we would have suffered much more had we seen more COVID cases, and one could make the case that we had to be extra stringent on lockdowns because we had unacceptably low spare capacity to deal with such a health care crisis compared to our peers.

On Economic Misery, Canada had higher unemployment, a larger drop in GDP and has taken on

more debt than most other countries, including the U.S., creating misery now and for future generations.

Where Canadians suffer the most, however, is in our policy response to the pandemic. Canada’s Response Misery is now the worst among our peers.

Canada is still well behind the U.S., the U.K. and others in both testing and vaccine rollout. And we have pursued more strict or frequent stay-at-home orders, lockdowns, school closures, and other nonpharmaceutical interventions that have heaped misery upon Canadians.

While the Index received widespread attention and acclaim, some critics scoffed at the idea that the U.S. could be ranked ahead of Canada, reluctant to relinquish the sense of superiority that America’s difficult COVID experience has given Canadians. The U.S. had far more COVID-related deaths per capita; surely that is all we need to know?

America’s better performance isn’t due to the design of the Index, which has three categories related to deaths in the pandemic, giving loss of life significant weight. As well, when you consider Canada’s poor performance on excess deaths, particularly non-COVID deaths among young people, we have little to boast about there. And the fact that lots of our peers achieved as good or better COVID outcomes at lower economic cost shows us we have imposed far more suffering than was necessary to achieve the result we got.

The U.S. comparison isn’t the only one that matters. The COVID Misery Index provides us with many examples of countries that have more effectively balanced risk and benefit, protecting their citizens’ health and wellbeing, than Canada during the

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A Small Spring Snowfall in Vegreville

A spring snowfall greeted Vegreville on April 11.The precipitation didn’t last long, but was a reminder that snow isn’t unusual this time of year. According to the Weather Atlas, the average snowfall in April in Vegreville is 75 mm. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)

HEY BOSS! 5 ways to thank administrative staff from a distance With so many employees working from home, you may be wondering how to ensure your colleagues get the recognition they deserve during Administrative Professionals Week.

Here are five ways to express your gratitude this year, from April 18 to 24.

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2. Deliver a gift basket Contact local shops and producers to find out if they can put together an assortment of goodies to send to your colleague’s home. Think artisanal cheeses and chutneys, organic skincare products, craft beer and spirits or handmade candles and knitwear.

3. Treat them to a night in Many local restaurants, including some fairly upscale establishments, now offer delivery services. Send your colleague a gift card so they can enjoy

a delicious at-home dinner. Consider dropping off a bottle of locally made wine to complete the meal.

4. Find a fun online class Give your colleague an opportunity to learn a new skill or pursue a hobby from the comfort of their home.

Increasingly, local groups are offering virtual courses for activities that range from yoga and fitness to creative writing, cooking and professional development.

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Town of Mundare to Open Ukraina Park

weddings or family reunions.

He added that he didn’t see a problem with having the concession open as it would operate much like restaurants who operate take out service.

There are 50 camping sites in Ukraina Park and they are available on a first come first served basis.

In 2019, camping fees generated $22,000 in revenue which was offset by $29,000 in expenses. Even though camping is not a money-making venture, Mayor Mike Saric said it is a service the town provides, and in return businesses in the community benefit from economic spin-offs

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser With camping season fast approaching members of town council have decided to open Ukraina Park.

Chief Administrative Officer Colin Zyla said he felt they

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could open the camping facility safely this year. He said washroom facilities could possibly be open as well as long as health regulations are followed.

Normally the park is open from the May long weekend to the September long weekend and for many of those weekends the campground is full with ball players who participate in slo-pitch tournaments throughout the season.

Zyla said they normally have six ball tournaments, and whether those proceed will be determined by Alberta Health. With the vaccine roll out having just begun in the general population with seniors Zyla is hopeful that in the coming months it will have a positive effect on the town’s ability to accommodate those tournaments as well as other bookings like

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QUALIFICATIONS: · Available for work May 10 to August 27 · Flexible work week, including weekends · Candidates must be able to work independently, be self-motivated and enjoy working outdoors. · Duties include park maintenance and management, mowing, and guest reservations, check in and check out. · Driver's license is required. · Competitive wages Please send applications to renees@wildeag.ca Application deadline is April 15, 2021

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Investing in Agriculture

Devin Dreeshen Minister of Agriculture and Forestry

The AFSC overall borrowing limit will increase from $2.8 billion to $3.6 billion by 2024 to make sure that Alberta farmers, ranchers and food production have reliable access to capital.

AFSC’s improved lending ability will help us meet our value-added investment attraction goal of $1.4 billion for agriculture and food production in Alberta over the next 4 years – with a target of 2,000 new agriculture jobs. Since we set those targets last fall, we’ve already achieved $527 million in new investment and created more than 981 new jobs in Alberta.

To create new agriculture business opportunities we’re also doubling the individual lending limit from $15 million to $30 million from AFSC. This increased limit will help to better support larger agriculture deals in the province.

AFSC offers lending support for food production through the Agribusiness Loan Program as well as loans for primary agriculture producers: the Next

Generation Loan Program, Developing Producer Loan Program, Alberta Producer Loan Program, and the Revolving Loan Program.

The borrowing limit is a funding cap set by government for the entire AFSC lending program, and we’re raising this limit to attract investments to further economic diversification and support growth in agriculture and food production.

We’re also reducing red-tape by making it quicker and easier for clients to access loans from AFSC. Their quick loan process approves loans up to $150,000 in less than a day, and they’ve reduced average loan approval turnaround time by a day, meaning most loans are approved in under a week. AFSC has also improved loan renewals, with automatic renewal for loans in good standing and a new, clientfriendly process for loan payment deferral when needed. Simple modernizations like accepting electronic client signatures add convenience to the process as well.

We asked AFSC to work on continuous improvement, and they’re assisting with the government’s focus on economic development and job creation.

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Micro-volunteering: Quick Bursts of Benevolence

Are you looking for a way to give back to your community while also juggling a hectic schedule? If so, then micro-volunteering might be right for you. Here’s what you should know about this approach to community action, which has been growing in popularity over the last decade or so.

What is it?

Micro-volunteering is based on the notion that people are more likely to volunteer their time in short, convenient bursts. It refers to volunteer tasks that take no more than an hour or two to complete and can be done whenever they fit into the person’s schedule. Importantly, micro-volunteering doesn’t require an application, training process or any ongoing commitment.

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The main benefit of micro-volunteering is that it’s

flexible. This makes it a great option for those who have a busy schedule and would otherwise forgo volunteering because of a lack of time. And since the majority of micro-volunteering happens online, people can have an impact from virtually anywhere.

How can you help?

Micro-volunteering can take on various forms, and many tasks become contributions to a larger project. For example, you can: • Sign a petition or participate in a letter-writing campaign • Pick up garbage in your neighbourhood while on a walk

• Participate in a research project or survey • Help a senior with their groceries or yard work • Share donation opportunities on social media • Bake cupcakes for a charity fundraiser sale • Knit a hat for a shelter or worthy cause in your area To find out more about short- and long-term volunteer opportunities in your community, reach out to a local volunteer centre or consult Volunteer Canada’s national volunteer matching platform at volunteer.ca.

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Vegreville’s main summer events might look at bit different this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Representatives with different organizations and clubs in Vegreville explained what type of events they might be holding this summer.

Bill Smolak, President of Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club said, “A final decision will be made by May 1 regarding Vegreville Fathers’ Day event. If the event is cancelled, there will be other events like a Drive by Cruise event as we did last year. COVID19 Restrictions permitting we will have our Annual Collector Car Appreciation Day event in July and possibly additional cruises through town.”

Vegreville Agricultural Society declined to provide information on upcoming events.

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Patricia Shewchuk, Vegreville Pysanka Festival Coordinator said the Pysanka Festival Committee are planning virtual and in person activities for the festival this year which will still be a three day festival on July 2, 3, and 4.

Vegreville Agricultural Society declined to provide information on upcoming events.

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Vegreville RCMP Investigate Assault on Female Youth Vegreville RCMP Submitted Vegreville, Alta. - Vegreville RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a male responsible for assaulting a female youth on a property in Warwick, Alta.

On March 26, 2021 at 6:34 p.m., RCMP responded to an assault that occurred outside a residence during an attempted break and enter. The victim went outside of the residence after observing two white dogs on the property. While outside the victim was confronted by an unknown male who proceeded to assault the victim and flee the scene in a vehicle. The victim sustained minor physical injuries and received medical attention at a local hospital.

Male suspect is described as: • Caucasian • 25-32 years old • 5’8” to 5”10” tall • Skinny build • Black hair • Bluish/green eyes • Two piercing on the right side of nose • Multicolour neck tattoo (possibly bird wings) The suspect fled with the two white dogs in a white older Ford F150 with grey spray paint on the front and back.

Police have been actively investigating in an attempt to identify the suspect

Rotary Club Requests Funding from the Town of Vegreville Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Volunteers with the Rotary Club of Vegreville have been diligently working to raise funds for a community skate and bike park and have recently turned to local municipalities for support.

Skatepark Committee Chair Patti Johnston and Local Projects Director Renee Senko appeared before members of Vegreville town council to request a $75,000 loan on April 6.

The club recently received a $75,000 loan from the County of Minburn. County council committed to loaning up to $75,000 to help finance the construction costs of the project with the repayment period not to exceed five years. A motion to that effect was

passed at its March 15 regular meeting.

The loan would be required in order for the nonprofit organization to apply for a matching grant through the Alberta Government’s Community Facilities Enhancement Program (CFEP).

Johnston told the Vegreville News Advertiser, “We are confident we will have the required funding in place prior to the June 15th CFEP application deadline. We need to have a successful CFEP application in order to start construction which we are aiming for the spring of 2022.”

She added that, “We are continually fundraising with all proceeds going towards the skatepark as well as accepting donations directly towards the

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canada bends - CONTINUED from PAGE 4 to their response to COVID-19. Taiwan has seen only 10 deaths out of a population of 24 million. This while our response in Canada has become the topic of global commentary... not the good kind.

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responsible for this crime. On April 2, 2021 the victim met with the RCMP sketch artist to complete a composite sketch of the suspect involved.

If you have any information or are able to identify the suspect please contact the Vegreville RCMP at 780631-2750 7267 or their local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477 (TIPS), online at www. p3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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The Land Use Bylaw provides that any person claiming to be affected by a decision of the Development Authority may appeal to the Development Appeal Board by serving written Notice of Appeal to the Secretary of the Development Appeal Board, Town of Vegreville, P.O. Box 640, Vegreville, AB T9C 1R7 BEFORE 4:30 p.m. on April 28, 2021. Any questions regarding this matter may be directed to the Development Authority by calling 780-632-6479 between the hours of 9:00am and 4:30pm, Monday to Friday.

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Skatepark.”

The club recently announced it would be holding an online auction and has been canvassing local businesses and corporations for sponsorship. Senko said they want to raise $100,000 and still require community support from residents and businesses alike. “The more sponsorships and donations received now will mean less funds would be required in the form of a loan.”

Members also plan to hold the club’s annual Lobster fest fundraising event this summer.

The Town of Vegreville sponsored $40,000 towards the project in January, 2020. At that time the total estimated cost of the Skatepark was pegged at $1 million.

The new request for $75,000 would be a loan from the Town of Vegreville and is in addition to the sponsorship it previously committed. Senko stated, “This loan of $75,000 will be repaid fully to the Town by Rotary with fundraising dollars.”

On April 12 members of Vegreville town council passed first reading of Bylaw No. 03-21, stating in part, “That the Town of Vegreville provide a loan in the maximum amount of $75,000 to the Rotary Club of Vegreville to be used for the development of a Bike and Skate Park on the northeast portion of Block G, Plan 1825NY; and the rate of interest will be zero percent with a repayment term

being a maximum of five years; and that the source of funding will be the Town’s General Operating Reserve.”

Councillor Marielle Brodziak made the motion for first reading and commented, “I’d like to thank the Rotary for putting forward this initiative forward for a much needed activity for a lot of our junior members of the Town of Vegreville and surrounding area.”

Councillor Dave Berry also supported the motion, stating, “I think that our tweens as we call them, one age, a group of youth that could really make use of this facility. I have seen these facilities in a couple of other towns in Alberta and they’ve become very popular and very well used. And I think at this time it’s just nice to give something they can look forward to, to have another area of exercise and fun.”

Mayor Tim MacPhee said, “Well, I know that we’re all supportive of the Rotary Club and their endeavour here. And we know that it’s going to be a big asset in our community and in our youth.”

Emergency Personnel Respond to Distressed Animal Call Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Vegreville Fire Department, Municipal Enforcement, and SPCA responded to an animal that was in distress on April 5.

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According to Phil Rowe, Community Services Director for the Town of Vegreville, “A call was made to the Vegreville Fire Department on Monday, April 5 at 1 pm with regard to a trapped cat between the Vegreville Legion building and the Vegreville Liquor Store.

Upon investigation it was determined that a cat had made its way through the separation in the buildings and wedged itself in a narrow spot. Numerous attempts were made to rescue the cat.

With no attempts working, the SPCA was called to assist with specialized tools and arrived this morning from Edmonton.

Again numerous attempts were made to rescue the cat in the most humane way possible.

In the end and with consultation with animal specialists, it was determined the animal was unable to be safely rescued and a decision was made to humanely euthanize the cat. All personnel was off scene at approx. 2:30pm.”

Rowe went on to say, the Vegreville Legion is going to rectify the situation by filling the hole, as this has previously happened in the past.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Carmacks Enterprises Ltd. is the contractor for the Alberta Government’s $3.5 million project to demolish and replace the Highway 16A Bridge over the Vermilion River in the Town of Vegreville.

Work officially began on March 26 and is expected to be completed on October 15, 2021.

Bridge Division Manager Stephen King, said the job is going well. “It’s an exciting job for Vegreville, for sure.” The project is divided in two phases with the first being the demolition of the existing bridge, build a new bridge, and then do the final connections of the existing roadway to the bridge. Pretty straight forward project that way.

We started in early March. We did some work in the channel to protect the river from erosion so we did some work while there was still ice on the river. And so now, we’re in the process of demolishing one half of the bridge keeping traffic one lane in each direction and then we’ll build a new structure where the old one was and then repeat on the other half so you wind up with a new bridge when it’s all said and done.

To us it was the right option to build it in two phases rather than building a deep detour to go around it. It is going to take us a little longer because we are doing it in two phases but I think it’s pretty much the same level of disruption doing it the way we are doing it.

Because the existing bridge was so wide it could easily accommodate one lane of traffic each direction and allow us to do it in a two-stage process. We’re on schedule and nothing surprising has come up. We’re looking at an on-time completion.”

According to information supplied by the company, the existing bridge was constructed in 1973.

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Even so, for many, last place for us on a measure like Response Misery when America occupies first place is simply un-Canadian. Rather than dismissing the result, however, simply because it conflicts with our prejudices, we should learn from the U.S. experience. Effective testing and vaccines were always going to be the path back to normal. The U.S. and others prepared for this far better than Canada. Our inadequate testing and slow vaccine roll-out means there will be more disease, suffering and death than necessary.

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Community Group Hosts Information Meeting to Discuss Plans for Charter School

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A small but determined group of community members have been laying the ground work for a charter school in the Village of Holden for the past five months.

On April 7, members of the group held their first community information meeting online. Karla Janzen, who heads up the group, said 17 people listened in on Zoom and another 23 were listening in on its Facebook page.

The proposed Grade 7-12 charter school is to be called the Holden Rural Academy that will offer place based education.

In just over two weeks the group will soon be submitting its preliminary application to Alberta Education.

Janzen explained, “The preliminary application outlines the particular teaching philosophy, vision, and purpose of the charter school. It includes goals, improved student learning outcomes, and independent research supporting the proposed charter pro-

gram. It also states the grade distribution and school building requirements on the proposed opening date.

The last part that we are working on now is gathering parent declarations. This is a form signed by parents indicating their intention to enrol their children in the charter school. We hope to gather these over the next few weeks, and be able to submit our application by May 1.”

She went on to say, “The minister must make a decision in respect of a preliminary application within 60 days of receiving it. The minister must inform the applicants and relevant school jurisdictions with 15 calendar days of making a decision.”

If the preliminary application is approved, members will begin working towards satisfying all of the requirements for its final application that has to be submitted by November 1.

Janzen outlined some of the requirements that would have to be completed before they could submit the final application. For example, the group would have to register as a society, write up a charter, create a policy development plan, set a budget, include

indications of significant community support, and conduct further research.

She added that, “Charter schools must have the potential to improve the education system as a whole and enhance education research and innovation. For the preliminary application we have to present research about Place-Based Education. For the final, we have to demonstrate collaboration or engagement with a post-secondary institution or a school authority.

After the final application is submitted, the minister again has 60 days to make a decision. If approved, the school would be able to open in the fall of 2022, providing that it met all the commencement requirements.

Charter schools must have at least 100 students enrolled, or the number of students that, in the opinion of the Minister, is required to ensure that the program offered by the charter school is educationally and financially viable.”

However, “There are charter schools that have less than 100.

We think that 100 students in Grades 7 - 12 is a realistic goal.

We have no plans to expand to K-6, as this population is served

by Ryley School. Ryley and Holden have been sister schools, in various configurations, since 1984.”

On March 19, 2020, the Battle River School Division Board of Trustees voted in favour of reallocating 35 high school students from Ryley School, and consolidating Holden School and Ryley School into one school site in Ryley to serve students in Kindergarten to Grade 9. Holden School closed on June 30, 2020.

In the fall of 2020, the Village of Ryley spearheaded an initiative to bring back a local high school. A group of parents and community members from the Ryley and Holden area researched the possible options and decided to apply to open a charter school for Grades 7-12 in Holden.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

OBITUARY

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SENIUK, Nicholas August 13, 1923 - April 17, 2014 In memory of a loving husband, father and Gido who entered eternal rest on April 17, 2014.

Every day in some small way Memories of you come our way; Though absent, you are ever near, Still missed, loved, always dear.

While you rest and sleep, Your loving memory we’ll always keep.

Dear God, take a message To Heaven above.

Tell him how much we miss him, And give him all our love.

Sadly missed and forever loved Marcia and the family

RICHARDS, Ron (Ronzy) September 12, 1952 - April 17, 2014 7 years Along with our dog “Seven” Hope you’re hunting and fishing In Harley heaven.

Miss you dad.

Love Shiryl and Elizabeth

TRUDGEON, Rodney Ronald June 7, 1962 - April 7, 2021 On Wednesday, April 7, 2021, Rodney Trudgeon of Lamont, Alberta passed away at the age of 58 years.

Rodney is survived by his loving family, his wife of 35 years, Christine; children and grandchildren Michael (Ashley) along with their son Avery: Dayna (James): and Stephanie (Matt); his father Jack Trudgeon (friend Fern) ; sister Cindy (Brent) and brother Wade; nephews Jason (Krista) and Shane; mother-in-law Victoria Latko; along with numerous relatives and friends. Rodney was predeceased by his mother Darlene Trudgeon and niece Amy Lee. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the “Lamont Health Care Centre.”

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KOLESZAR, Gordon May 17, 1952 – April 3, 2021 On Saturday, April 3, 2021 Gordon Koleszar of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 68 years.

Gordon is survived by his fiancé Lynn Spencer; three children Gordon, Steven and Barbara; one grandson Dawson; his mother Heidi (Hedwig) Koleszar; his siblings Hedwig, Lasio, Judy, Edith and Lyne; along with other numerous relatives and friends. Gordon was predeceased by his father Zoltan.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Gordon’s Life will be held at the Rock Ministries at a later date.

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LYSYK, John July 28, 1952 - April 9, 2012 Another year has passed Since God called you away But still we miss you Each and every day.

What we wouldn’t give to take one more walk Or just quietly sit and have one more talk.

Miss you Brother and Uncle and always will For though you’re gone we love you still.

Loved forever Vicky & Jerry and Family

COERS, Colby William October 13, 1990 - April 16, 2017 In Loving Memory of our Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend.

I thought of you with love today, But that is nothing new.

I thought about you yesterday, And the days before that too.

I think of you in silence, I often speak your name.

All I have are my memories, And your picture in a frame.

Your memory is my keepsake, With which I’ll never part.

God has you in His keeping, I have you in my heart.

Miss You and Love You Love Mom, Dad, Derek, Dina, Kayla And Families

HALABUT, John In loving memory of our dear Dad and Gigi, John Halabut, who sadly left us on April 12, 2007.

There is always a face before us, A voice we would love to hear, A smile we will always remember, Of a Dad we loved so dear.

Deep in our hearts lies a picture, More precious than silver or gold, It’s a picture of our Dad, Whose memory will never grow old.

Forever In Our Hearts, Love, Audrey & Rod, Patie, Sharon & families

SAIK, MARY January 3, 1930 – April 8, 2021 On Thursday, April 8, 2021, Mary Saik of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 91 years.

Mary is survived by her loving family, one brother Orest (Joyce) Horon; two sisters Emily Ewanishan and Elsie Dmytriw; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Mary was predeceased by her husband Demitro (Dick) Saik; her parents John and Katie Horon; brothers-in-law Peter Dmytriw and Larry Ewanishan.

A private funeral service was held at Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville, Alberta with Reverend Pamela Milton officiating and interment followed in Riverside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the “Lung Association Alberta & NWT” (P.O. Box 4500, Station South, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 6K2) To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800

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TOMPKINS, Patricia Louise (nee Stepchuk) August 2, 1943 – April 10, 2021 It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Patricia at her home in Mundare at the age of 77.

She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Fern, grandsons Justin (Taylor) and Caleb and their father Robert. Patricia is survived by her sister Beatrice (Harold) Holt and brother Victor; nephew Michael (Wanda); nieces Michelle (Lance), Kirsten and Courtney; extended family members; and her dear friend Nancy Tymchak. Patricia was predeceased by her father John, mother Eva (nee Basisty), and special friend Peter Polischuk.

Patricia was born in Mundare and raised on the family farm. In her youth, she was an active 4H member in both the grain and dairy clubs and developed her skills as an accomplished baker and talented seamstress.

She attended the University of Alberta in the Faculty of Education, returned to Mundare and taught elementary school for 32 years. Patricia was an active community member, coaching many volleyball teams and serving on the Mundare Agricultural Society (taking on the role of bench exhibit chair at the annual fair) and the Mundare Library Board. Patricia enjoyed travel and treasured her memories of trips to BC, Soviet Union, Las Vegas and Hawaii.

Due to COVID restrictions, a private graveside service will be held at the Uwin United Church cemetery in the summer.

Donations may be made to Uwin United Church (c/o David Fedun, RR1, Andrew AB, T0B 0C0), Heart and Stoke Foundation, or a charity of your choice.

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JACKSON, Michael Ray June 28, 1979 - April 5, 2021 Our gentle, wonderful, funny, loving son Michael passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2021 at the age of 41.

Michael is survived by his loving parents Larry and Janet, his sister Shelly (Doug), brother James (Leanne), niece Rebecca, nephew Hayden, numerous aunts, uncles and cousins and his many “Ham Bone” friends.

Michael went on to a better place to join his family and friends gone before. He is up there being his Ham Bone self.

A celebration of Michael’s life will be held at a future date. Memorial donations may be made to the Vegreville Association for Living in Dignity (VALID) 4843 - 49 Street Vegreville, AB T9C 1K7.

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Vegreville Fire Department Responds to Grass Fire

OGRODNICK, Mildred September 29, 1931 – April 10, 2021 On Saturday, April 10, another angel entered heaven.

Mildred Ogrodnick (nee Liber) was born September 29, 1931 to parents Martin and Sophie Liber at Mundare, Alberta, and passed away peacefully surrounded by family on April 10, 2021 in Vegreville, Alberta - the same day as her son Clarence passed 11 years ago. She is lovingly remembered by her children Ed (Denise), Marilyn, Sherry (Gerald) Lemke, Carl (Dena), daughter-in-law Sandra (Jason), Judy (Trevor) Easthope, Sam (Leann) and Matt (Terry); grandchildren Brad (Misty), Trevor (Carman), Jolene (Ryan), Stefanie, Dillan, Jacob, Chelsey, Cody, Ryan, Krystin and Kyle; great grandchildren Marlee, Jelayna, Brekyn, Carter and Kyla; siblings Jean (Ken) Cotton, Bernice (Wally) Mykityshyn and Leonard (Chris) Liber.

She also leaves numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends who refer to her as one of the kindest and most welcoming people they knew.

Mildred was predeceased by her son Clarence (2010) and husbands John (1965), and Harry (2004); siblings Julian, Charlie, Rose, Frank, Walter, Ed and Lydia; and her parents Martin and Sophie Liber. In recent years, Mildred (Millie) suffered from dementia and lost her memories of most friends and family. Heartwarmingly, that never stopped her kindness and compassion from always shining through. Born in Mundare, Mildred spent most of her life living on a farm in the Mundare and Vegreville areas. When Mildred and Harry retired from farming, they moved into Vegreville where they had many coffee friends and hosted numerous gatherings.

Mildred moved to supportive living at the Homestead Lodge, then the last 2 years at Century Park. The friends she made and the care she received was cherished by Mildred and her family.

A mother holds her children’s hands for a while - their hearts forever.

“You left us beautiful memories; your love is still our guide.

Although we cannot see you, you’re always at our side.”

We are strong because a strong woman raised us.

In lieu of floral tributes, memorial donations can be made in Mildred’s name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of one’s choice.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Crews with the Vegreville Fire Department, (VFD) responded to a grass fire north of Secondary Highway 631 near Range Road 145 around 9:30 pm Wednesday evening.

Fire Chief Chris Jardine said the fire was from an old controlled burn that flared out. “We put out the hot spots in coordination with the land owner.”

Crews left the scene around 11:30 pm

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Vegreville Mayor Welcomes New Team Members Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Town of Vegreville officially announced two additions to its administrative team on April 8.

Those additions include Bob Bezpalko, who joined the municipality as the Manager of Economic Development, and Jamieson Brown, as the Manager of Communications and Marketing.

Bezpalko is the former Executive Director of the Northeast Alberta Information HUB, and Brown is the former Manager and Morning Show Host at the Country 106.5 radio station.

Mayor Tim MacPhee formally welcomed both gentlemen to members of town council at its legislative committee meeting on April 6. MacPhee stated, “Well, I can tell you that we’ve all been waiting in anticipation for the both of you to get here. And we’re going to roll out a plan on how we’re gonna put you both to work. And I know that the professionalism that you both have will come shining through and you’ll be able to give us some guidance in the direction that we want to go and what’s achievable and what’s the best way to get there. I can guarantee you that we’ve all been looking forward to your guys’ input and the future success of our community.”

Councillor Dave Berry said, “It’s really, really great to have the two of you onboard. And ya, since last fall we’ve been looking forward to having talent like this join us.”

In a follow up telephone interview with the Vegreville News Advertiser, Town Manager Cliff Craig said they had 50 to 55 applicants for the communications and marketing position.

As far as contracting an outside recruiting firm for the communications and marketing position, Craig stated that, “It’s not standard that we use a recruitment firm, but with communications, and in the past I have used a search firm for an economic development manager position, because that is a very specialized position as well.

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Craig said he negotiated a fee with the firm Richardson Executive Search and it came in “well under budget.” A total of $25,000 had been budgeted for the recruitment of a communications and marketing manager.

Craig said they didn’t go through same process for economic development manager position. “I had planned on it, however, Bob came from Alberta HUB, which is our regional economic development authority for northeastern Alberta, and Vegreville is a member of Alberta HUB. Bob had been there 10 years. He’s very familiar with the region and also very familiar with Vegreville.

And we’ve worked very closely with him for the past 10 years. So, we knew him and his passion. We still interviewed him, but when I had someone of his caliber and passion come, we hired him. Saved the funds. I know I’m not going to get anyone better.”

Craig went on to say, “The synergy with them, (Bob and Jamieson), is phenomenal. So, I’m looking forward to hanging on the reigns here. Because things are going to happen.”

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April 9, restaurants were restricted to providing only takeout, delivery, and patio service. The Premier said health officials will continue to closely monitor the spread of COVID-19 to assess whether additional action is needed to reduce transmission.

Armstrong-Homeniuk urged constituents to “continue to be patient and diligent” to ensure the health and safety of our communities.

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this past year has been.”

Armstrong-Homeniuk also wrote a letter to constituents and posted it on her Facebook page the following day, (April 7). “I know that many, many people are deeply disappointed with yesterday’s announcement to re-impose restrictions. Nobody, myself included, wanted it to come to this. I know firsthand the heavy psychological burden that this pandemic has imposed on so many.

We need this pandemic to end. Period.

But we also cannot ignore that the infection numbers that are rapidly increasing. This is especially hard to see as we watch our friends south of the border re-open and life return to normal.

The big difference? Vaccines.”

She told the Vegreville News Advertiser that, “Unlike our American counterparts, the Trudeau Liberals utterly failed to secure an adequate supply of vaccines for the provinces.

Canada is languishing behind approximately 40 other countries in vaccine procurement right now. This is the federal government’s domain.

There are now 10,809 active COVID-19 cases in Alberta – a 27 per cent jump since just last week. This is a very real and serious situation as evidenced by the restrictions we’re seeing across the country. But we are now receiving and administering vaccines, and with every dose given, we get closer to better days.”

Alberta were informed that Step 1 restrictions would remain in place until further notice.

“Health officials will continue to closely monitor the spread of COVID-19 to assess whether additional action is needed to reduce transmission. Metrics based on cases and growth, including COVID-19 variants, are being monitored and will also be used to guide any decisions around the need to pause further steps or potentially increase restrictions,” stated Kenney.

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News Advertiser Looking back at the visit, Larry said it was “very special” to Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, passed away on Friday, him and his wife Lillian. “I looked after the Queen and she April 9 at the age of 99 years.

He, along with her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, reportedly looked after Prince Philip.” He added that within minutes of meeting the Royal Couple they were put at ease by them. made 20 visits to Canada during their many years together.

“One thing that I do remember, she unveiled a plaque that is One of those visits came on Wednesday, August 2, 1978. The still there at the site and we presented her Royal Couple were on-route to Edmonton where her Majesty on behalf of the town a replica of the would officially open the Commonwealth Games. Vegreville pysanka surrounded by other Easter eggs. was one of several stop-overs they made that day.

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There were reporters and photographers from all over the world in Vegreville, and Ruptash said they had to lock the pysanka in a place so it would not turn when they were taking photographs.

Following the official welcoming ceremony, Ruptash said they went over to the agricultural grounds where the annual Country Fair was taking place. The Queen presented ribbons to the winners of the Her Majesty signs the guest book during the official ceremony. cattle and horse show.

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