Vegreville News Advertiser - April 17, 2019

VOL. 72 NO. 16

72 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2019

Alberta Goes UCP Blue

Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk Elected as Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville’s New MLA Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser After months of anticipation, campaigning, and door-knocking, it looks like big changes are on the horizon for Alberta and our riding, with Jason Kenney taking the reigns as Premier, and Vegreville’s own Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk holding the MLA seat in Fort SaskatchewanVegreville.

Albertans, regardless of party allegiances, held their breath as the votes kept coming in on Tuesday night, but poll projections followed through, especially since the province saw a record-breaking 693,000 advance votes and 223,000 vote-anywhere ballots for over 700,000.

However, a steady stream of April 16 voters made

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Lamont Volunteer Appreciation

Honker House Family Reunion

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RCMP files from April 8 - 14 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser April 8 02:54 – Traffic stop conducted due to no license plate light. The driver had warrants out of Edmonton, was arrested on those warrants and then released with documents for court.

10:59 – Report of mischief and theft to a motor vehicle. The owner of a motorhome indicated that his catalytic converter had been stolen from the vehicle beside his house.

11:36 – Report of mischief done to school property. Graffiti was painted on the side of a school building. The investigation is ongoing and a suspect has been identified.

12:09 – Report of a single vehicle collision near Hwy 16 and RR 175. The driver over-corrected and hit the ditch and power pole. Major damage to the vehicle and minor injuries to the driver.

The vehicle was towed and the driver transported to the hospital for treatment.

14:21 – Report of stolen property from a residence. The owner indicated that a small wooden bench had been stolen overnight from the back yard.

Under investigation.

18:10 – Report of stolen property. The complainant called to report that someone had stolen a concrete block from his back yard. Under investigation.

22:22 – Traffic stop conducted on a vehicle that failed to stop at a stop sign before entering the intersection. A voluntary penalty of $388 was issued.

April 9 10:39 – Report of a scam call from someone claiming to be from STARS Air Ambulance. The caller indicated that the person had won $58,000 and a new Ford Explorer. They instructed them to call back with a $150 gift card and that the vehicle would be delivered that afternoon. Reporting for information purposes.

13:09 – Traffic stop conducted on a vehicle after the member observed the driver using a cell phone A voluntary penalty of $287 was issued.

15:08 – Report of an attempted break and enter to a garage.

April 10 15:30 – Complainant attended the detachment to report that she had received a fraudulent bank draft for an item she was selling on Kijiji. The bank draft was sent via UPS and the complainant was concerned that the sender had her home address. The complainant is not out any money.

19:18 – The owner of a Vegreville

Business called to report that an employee received a call from someone claiming to be from “head office” and needing to cancel gift cards. The employee provided them with $950 worth of gift card numbers. Under investigation.

April 11

05:40 – Report that the door to a public building was open. Members attended and cleared the building.

There was no sign of forced entry and no damage done. It is possible that the last people to occupy the building failed to check all the doors.

11:07 – Report of theft and mischief to motor vehicles located at a business in Vegreville. The suspects succeeded in stealing one battery from a vehicle and damaged another while trying to get the hood open to get a second battery.

Reporting for information purposes.

April 12

08:24 – Report of a theft of a bag from a car.

The suspect broke a window to gain e nt r y.

Surveillance has been provided and investigators are working to identify the suspect.

09:23 – Vehicle stop conducted.

It was determined that the vehicle had no registration. The owner was issued a ticket for a voluntary penalty of $233.

10:02 – A white Toyota RAV 4 passed a school bus while the red lights and crossing arm were activated. The owner of the vehicle was issued at ticket for a voluntary penalty of $465.

10:37 – 911 assistance request for the fire department. A grain truck was on fire on Hwy 855. Members attended to assist with traffic control while the fire department attended to the fire.

12:50 – Report of a break and enter to a garage. A vehicle was damaged, and the garage was a mess. Video surveillance was provided. Still under investigation.

18:31 – Request to respond to a Fish and Wildlife matter. The complainant stated that someone was hunting on her land without permission. Members attended and spoke to the hunters who had permission but were on the wrong plot of land.

21:26 – Traffic stop conducted. The owner was issued a ticket for a voluntary penalty of $310 for displaying an unauthorized plate.

April 13

16:20 – 911 report of a domestic

assault. The complainant stated that their partner had assaulted them and then left on a bike. Members later located the subject of the complaint and arrested them for assault. They were later released with documents for court as well as a no-contact order.

19:56 – Members observed an excessively loud vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. A ticket was issued for an exhaust muffler producing an excessive amount of noise. A voluntary penalty option of $155 was issued.

23:27 – Report from a survey pilot who stated that while flying over Mundare his airplane was targeted by a green laser. Members patrolled the area but were unable to locate the subject of the complaint.

April 14

10:55 – Subject who was currently on probation was found consuming liquor in a public place. The subject was issued a ticket under the Liquor, Gaming and Cannabis Act. 11:49 – Member observed a driver not wearing a seatbelt. A traffic stop was conducted and a voluntary penalty of $155 was issued.

15:56 – Complaint of a dark-coloured dirt bike on a walking path. The complainant indicated that they have seen the bike before and it is an ongoing issue and that they are worried that there is damage being done to the paths. Members patrolled and were unable to locate the bike.

17:10 – Report of a disturbance where a male was making threats and harassing customers at a local lodging establishment.

The subject left on foot, then was located and arrested. He was later released with documents for court along with conditions of no contact with the victim.

23:50 – Traffic stop conducted to check for license. The driver with a graduated license failed a roadside test.

The subject was arrested and transported to the detachment where breath samples were provided. Breath samples provided were just under the legal limit. The subject was released to a family member, served a license suspension and the vehicle was seized for 7 days.

During the week there were 78 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 2 false 911s and 3 animal strikes.

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Fashion and Flowers

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Sunday, April 14, was a day for floral prints and fun times at the Lamont Community Hall, where around 200 ladies and gentlemen got together for the first-ever Fashion and Flowers Fundraiser.

“We had hoped to sell 100 tickets,” said organizer Sandi Maschmeyer, “So this was definitely a great turnout.”

The fundraiser was held for both the Friends of the Lamont Firefighters Society and the Lamont Parks and Recreation Committee.

Herman Sieker, Deputy Chief of the Lamont Fire Department said that the

funds from the event would go towards training opportunities for local firefighters. “The Society was formed to assist in training costs for first responders in Lamont, by covering what municipal budgets do not. This fundraiser will help with upcoming training opportunities.”

The Lamont Parks and Recreation Committee, on the other hand, will be using the funds to cover upcoming projects. “We are currently working on a bike park for the kids, and trying to plant new trees every year,” explained Dawn Nielsen of the PRC. “We also purchased a new fountain for the pond, because the other one was the wrong size.”

The Parks and Recreation Committee meets to discuss what is important for parks and recreation in the community, and then bring their decisions forward to council. They operate on a donation and grant funding basis. Last year, the committee used government grant funds to purchase 3 pieces of outdoor exercise equipment last year, and have donors this year to add more.

Both organizations were very pleased with the turnout and happy to see so many people enjoying their Sunday afternoon in style.

The event proceedings included a little talk about what’s going on in the greenhouse world this year, lunch, a silent auction and raffle, as well as a 50/50 draw, all centering around the highlight of the afternoon; a fashion show by Bellisima, a boutique clothing store in Camrose.

Models with a range of ages and sizes walked through the tables with the latest fashions by the designers supplied at Bellisima, starting with black and white styles and transitioning into more colour. The candid narrative from Bellisima’s owner kept the ladies laughing and engaged throughout the show.

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One Word

Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion By the time you read this, the Alberta Election will basically be over. All the electoral divisions in Alberta will have the unofficial results in. Polling data says it’s going to be a UCP route in the rural areas with the NDP holding some seats primarily in Edmonton and Calgary. However, there is a reason that polls don’t determine who leads our province.

During the election campaign, I watched a number of debates and read a lot about what each party was proposing.

Like every election, there were endless promises about who would get what.

Throughout the debates and almost endless media exposure, I was anxiously waiting to hear just one word. Friends said I missed it and at least a couple of parties spoke of free votes and recalls, but I’m not sure I hear my word.

What was I waiting for with bated breath? The word “accountability”. While candidates of all striped made promises for both funding and how they would pay for that, I don’t recall many stating that they would hold anyone accountable.

We have a fine medical system with great front line workers who care. For that, we pay more per capita than many countries considered to be providing a better level of service.

The same goes for our education system where we rank #7 in the world according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development. Data from OCED is not available on spending, but that is high on the priority list

for Canadians.

The solution for Canadians across our country is often... throw more money at it.

In my admittedly Utopian world, those who are provided our tax dollars to spend would be good stewards of that money.

There would be accountability for $250,000 report covers, $30,000 cushions and millions in corporate welfare.

In this world, we would place a higher priority on those in need who have served us and continue to do so. Those with addictions fueled by our system, Veterans and Seniors would come before tweeting celebrities support or sending $500 million per year to billionaire’s charities.

Lastly, in my little utopia, regardless of which party held how many seats, ALL the elected officials would work together to make our province and country a better place. We had a glimmer of this before the provincial election when there was bipartisan support for oil curtailment. Unfortunately, that did not last long because there was a need for mudslinging to ensue.

However, we are mostly to blame. We elect MLA’s and MP’s and then don’t hold them to account. If we want accountability, we must demand accountability. In the coming weeks we will see if there is any change, or if the lack of respect for our tax dollars will continue. Our next opportunity will be in October.

Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

Letter to the Editor Hon. Prime Minister Trudeau: It was disappointing and disgusting to see how our prime minister and his office dealt with the SNC-Lavalin affair.

Inaccuracies were perpetuated, such as saying that 9000 SNC-Lavalin employees would lose their jobs and that CEO Bruce would move his offices. One lie was followed by a web of more lies, to cover up the first one. This we could expect from a Third World country, not Canada, a country with a respected democracy.

It was obvious that there was political interference, when attempts were made to get a deferred prosecution agreement for SNC, by trying to convince Jody Wilson-Raybould to circumvent the law.

All sorts of machinations were at work to make yourself and your office look like you were seeking the TRUTH, rather than Jody, who you insisted was in the wrong. For what she did to protect you from yourself, you paid her back by casting her and her supporter, Jane Philpott, out of Caucus. You overlooked the fact that Jody and Jane were voted in to represent their constituents. That’s democracy in action??

It was unconscionable, you said, for Jody to tape a conversation with Michael Wernick, to protect herself and provide evidence that se, in fact, was being pressured.

To TRUST your members in Caucus, you insisted that they

letter - CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 Name: Erica Zacharuk Occupation: Customer Service Representative Likes: my family, my horses Dislikes: liars, cheaters

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Vegreville Ford Wins President’s Award Aaron Murzyn Pumpkin PR Vegreville Ford is among an elite group of Ford and Lincoln dealerships to be recognized with the 2018 President’s Award by Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited. The President’s Award, Ford of Canada’s highest dealership honour, is presented annually to those dealerships who demonstrate outstanding achievement in sales and customer satisfaction.

For 2018, Ford of Canada is recognizing Ford and Lincoln dealers across

the country for providing a superior customer experience in sales, service and overall dealership experience.

“Earning the President’s Award signifies our entire staff’s dedication to delivering superior customer satisfaction day in and day out,” says Brian Baron. “I couldn’t be more proud to receive this recognition but personally, I cannot take any credit. We win year after year because our team provides the best care for our customers and the key word here is care. Over time, we’ve become very good at hiring people

that care about what we do. To work here, you have to care. You have to care about our customers. If you don’t care about our customers, if you don’t get excited about providing the absolute best customer experience, you don’t get to work here. It’s that simple. I am truly grateful for the special people that work here”.

Dealers become eligible to earn this award through excellence in dealership operations and exceptional customer feedback through survey responses related to their sales and

letter - CONTINUED from PAGE 4 follow Party Lines, even if it was to hide the truth. Your office conveniently forgot that the taxpayers of Canada are paying your way to make reasonable and ethical decisions and all you’ve mostly done was to “muddy the waters.” Wouldn’t telling the truth and moving forward have been simpler??

WHAT A LEGACY YOUR LIBERAL LEADERSHIP WILL LEAVE BEHIND!! That is what is unconscionable!!

Have yourself and your followers look in the mirror and consider – Abe Lincoln said, “You can fool all the people some of the time, and some the people all the time, but you cannot fool all the people, all the time.”

“The Truth will set you free.” John 8:32 Marvin and Margie Tomashavsky

- Thank you for your letter. While different people see things differently, there is no denying that the political landscape, at least across the world is undergoing some troubling changes. Regardless of the party in power, all too often politicians forget who they work for. It is time that we exercise our power (if we have any left) to ensure that the best interest of ALL Canadians is considered during their tenure --AB

service satisfaction and overall dealership experience.

Vegreville Ford has received the President’s Award from Ford of Canada for the 25th time over the past 27 years. “You might be thinking that if this award can be won 25 times, it must not be very hard to win. To that, I will say that the majority of Ford dealers have never won this award. Very few will ever win it more than once. I don’t know of any that have won 25 times in 27 years” says Baron.

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from the pages of the vegreville observer

Compiled by Dan Beaudette

90 Years Ago – April 17, 1929

Elsewhere in this issue of the Observer will be found the opening

announcement of the Richardson “Star” Grocery, a new venture in

the mercantile field in Vegreville. The new grocery store will be located in the premises recently vacated by Podersky’s furniture store on Main street next to the Standard Hardware Ltd.

Mr. Jack Thompson exhibited his cattle at the spring show in

Edmonton and won two first prizes. All the farmers around Lavoy are winning prizes for their cattle; so keep it up.

A few cases of the comparatively mild type of diphtheria have

been reported during the past few days. No particular alarm is felt

as for the most part the school children have been inoculated and the toxold treatment affords immunity for years.

Alex Norquay, commissioner of school lands was in town on

Monday conducting a sale of some five quarter sections of school

lands. The purchasers were J. S. McCallurn, A.S. Shandro and three farmers residing near the land which was offered.

75 Years Ago – April 19, 1944

Seaman J. Hutchinson of Ranfurly arrived home on a five-day

leave from Halifax. He is visiting with his parents, Mr. and Mrs.

Percy Hutchinson. Jimmy expects to go on convoy duty again, when he reports back to his ship.

During the month an appeal was made to farmers to keep their

present equipment in operation by repairs if at all possible. It was

explained that rationing of farm machinery is still necessary

because, though the factory output this year will be considerably greater than in 1943 it will be only about 80% of normal produc-

tion and not nearly enough to fill all farm demands. Production to repair parts is 156% of normal.

Sergt. Woods, stationed at Grande Prairie, was home for several

days during the past two weeks, returning to his station on Tuesday. His commanding officer at Grande Prairie is Major Ken Watts, formerly of Vegreville.

Canada has been manufacturing apple syrup on a commercial

basis for the past two years and it is being used in the baking industry and as a glycerine substitute in the tobacco industry, a federal agricultural department spokesman said.

When the weather is likely to be cold for some time, C.B.

Gooderham, Dominion Apiarist, reminds beekeepers that hives should be given some protection either by placing them with tar paper, sacking, or similar material.

50 Years Ago – April 17, 1969

Vandals who gained entry to the swimming pool building in

Vegreville recently caused about $400 worth of damage to the interior of the building. L LoBalbo, recreation board chairman said that most of the damage was confined to the boys dressing room portion of the building.

The Vegreville Kinsmen will sponsor a musical show in Vegreville

featuring television personality Tommy Hunter. Arrangement were completed some time ago to have Mr. Hunter come to Vegreville and in due course advance tickets will be available and more detailed announcements will be made.

“There is nothing new under the sun” and the old refrain of too

much to do and too little money to do it which continues to plague

Vegreville Town council with respect to the paving project that was begun some years ago. Council will proceed with those portions of

paving that it can afford this year and if tenders come in at the

right price it is possible that the entire 1969 program will be completed.

Sidewalk petitions have been received for the current season and

a total of $21,900 will be spent in new construction.

25 Years Ago – April 20, 1994

A dozen workers are gone and 17 beds were closed last week at

St. Joseph’s General Hospital.

The town will ask the Vegreville Health Unit to investigate emis-

sions from the Vegreville Pottery Club. The request came from a letter sent council by the Vegreville and District Historical Society.

Letters Welcomed

One role of the Vegreville News Advertiser is to promote dialogue on various issues of concern to area residents. We accomplish this by welcoming Letters to the Editor and allowing various issues to be debated through our pages. All letters must contain the writer’s name, address and phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, however the writer’s name may be withheld from publication in special circumstances deemed appropriate by the Publisher.

The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity, spelling and grammar, taste or for reasons of potential libel. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to withhold letters from publication.

The Trudeau Liberals: Fighting Climate Change one Refrigerator Subsidy at a Time Aaron Wudrick Canadian Taxpayers Federation

(This column originally appeared in the Toronto Sun) If a family has to buy a new refrigerator because the carbon tax makes the power bill more expensive, that’s a success in Ottawa’s view, even if it’s tough for that family.

But the rules are different for big business.

On Apr. 1, the federal carbon tax kicked in in Manitoba, New Brunswick, Ontario, and Saskatchewan. The tax will add 4.4 cents per liter to the price of gasoline – rising to 11 cents by 2022 – and drive up the cost of everything from home heating to groceries.

The rationale, the federal government says, is to incentivize behavioural changes by making prices higher, since it hopes you won’t be able to buy as much gas and thus you’ll drive less. Besides, with a plan to rebate the money via a tax credit, it insists you won’t actually be out of pocket. In fact, the politicians promise you’ll actually be better off!

Set aside for a minute the magic math of collecting a new tax and redistributing it in such a way that everyone is somehow better off.

Ignore that fact that many essential goods – and especially the use of energy sources such as gasoline are known as inelastic goods because demand remains relatively constant despite price

changes. In other words, Canadians still need to drive to work and drop their kids off at school even if Ottawa pushes up the price at the pump. British Columbia has proven this point as its emissions are still rising, despite its carbon tax.

And never mind that the Trudeau carbon tax is set at a level far too low to get Canada anywhere near its own emissions targets, defeating the entire purpose of the tax.

A better question, highlighted by an announcement made by Environment Minister Catherine McKenna, is why the government’s ingenious plan to tax Canadians into prosperity doesn’t also apply to Canada’s wealthiest corporations?

McKenna’s big reveal was that her government is giving a $12 million taxpayer handout to Loblaw so that the company could upgrade the refrigerators in its stores, all in the name of helping fight climate change.

It would have been hard for McKenna to pick a less sympathetic recipient. Owned by one of Canada’s richest families, and recently embroiled in controversies over tax evasion and a bread price-fixing scheme, Loblaw turned a tidy profit of more than $800 million last year. If anyone “needed” a free $12 million handout, it surely wasn’t Loblaw.

Which brings us to an obvious question: if a new carbon tax is the best way to get Canadians to cut their carbon emissions, why does Loblaw get a subsidy instead? While grocery stores will pass on their carbon tax costs to consumers,

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Town of Two Hills By-Election Dates Gary Buchanan Returning Officer – Town of Two Hills office PRESS RELEASE – In accordance with the requirements of the Local Authorities Election Act, Town Council has the dates for Nomination Day and for Election Day for the Town’s by-election.

Nomination Day is Monday, April 29, 2019.

Persons interested in running for the position of Councillor have until noon on April 29, 2019 to

submit their completed nomination papers.

Election Day is Monday, June 10, 2019. Details on the location of the polling station for the byelection will be released as arrangements are made.

Nomination forms and other election material can be obtained at the Town office.

Those who are seeking further information can contact the Gary Buchanan, Returning Officer through the Town of Two Hills office.

Derwent Spring Trade Fair & Garage Sale Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Derwent came to life on Saturday, April 13th, when the annual Spring Trade fair brought many businesses, crafters, and customers to town. In the basement of the Community Hall, vendors from as far as Vegreville to Lloydminster set up shop with their wares from home business marketing companies, or their own handiwork such as signs, knits, and baked goods. Guests were in and out all day, stopping to enjoy the concession food as well.

Piggybacked on the regular event the second annual garage sale was held at the Golden Age Club across the

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Lamont Volunteer Appreciation Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser This week throughout Lamont County, volunteers were given a night

to sit back and enjoy the show with Volunteer Appreciation dinners from Bruderheim to Mundare. On Thursday, April 11th, it was the Town of Lamont’s turn to join in on the festivities.

Lamont County Communications Coordinator Heather Atkinson kicked off the event by thanking everyone for coming and giving a brief history of her own volunteer experience. “Almost fifteen years ago, my introduction to Lamont was through the volunteers at the Moms and Tots program here in Lamont… since then, every stage of my family’s life has been impacted by volunteers, which I think is something that’s true for everyone. And so I say to all of you; Thank you, for all that you do. Our communities would falter without you.”

After dinner had come and gone, the program began with an address from Mrs. Littlewood, who had been invited to speak at the event before the election was called. Her address was followed with a message from Lamont Mayor Bill Skinner.

“Thank you for your time and effort

in improving the quality of life we experience here.” He thanked several of the organizations individually, adding that everyone, from a kind person at a grocery store who helps spot you five cents to organizers of huge events, are volunteers because of their generousity of heart.

County Reeve David Dudik followed with a message, thanking volunteers not just from Lamont but in Lamont County as a whole. He encouraged the young to take part in volunteering activities as well, as a way of enriching their own lives while serving the community.

Following the program, semi-local a capella group Hoja performed their set of popular country, and pop songs, with audience participation. Using only their voices, they led the audience in a brief history of vocal music, then taught them all how to beat box, much to the delight of a wide range of crowd members.

A draw for several donated door prizes closed off the evening.

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Tofield Block Party to Celebrate Volunteers

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On Friday, April 12, a block on Tofield’s Main Street was blocked off for a fair-weather party in honour of all the community volunteers.

Festivities included free burgers, lawn games, prizes for the children, and a welcome wheel with Tofield trivia cards for a prize. FCSS, partnered with the Tofield Welcome Basket, handled the event and manned information booths about what volunteers with those organizations provide to the community.

Jessica Whamond of Tofield FCSS said that they had hoped to achieve a higher level of awareness in the com-

munity with the event. “We put this together to celebrate our communities many volunteers, as well as to raise awareness of the importance of volunteering to the community.”

People from within the community soon swarmed the block space outside of the library to enjoy the free food and activities throughout the evening.

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Spring Termination of Hay Land Producers should consider a number of factors before deciding to terminate their hay land in the spring followed by seeding an annual crop.

“Traditionally, forage stands have been terminated in the fall by using one of three approaches – tillage only, herbicide application combined with tillage and herbicide application followed by direct seeding into sod,” says Mark Cutts, crop specialist at the Alberta Ag-Info Centre.

“The main advantage of fall termination is the ability to establish a good seedbed with tillage or – in the case of direct seeding – allowing the sod to decompose.”

While spring termination of hay land is an option, producers need to be aware of a number of factors that will affect its success. The ability to manage these factors will influence the success of seeding annual crops into spring-terminated hay land.

“One factor that must be managed properly is soil moisture,” says Cutts. “In many areas of the province, conservation of spring moisture is essential for crop establishment.”

Utilizing multiple tillage operations to prepare a seedbed will reduce available soil moisture. The preferred method of establishing annual crops in spring-terminated stands is a herbicide application followed by direct seeding into sod.

Cutts says that producers also need to be aware that spring termination of hay land will delay the date of seeding. “For herbicide applications to be effective, sufficient plant material must be present.”

Grasses should be at the three to four leaf stage, and legumes need to be actively growing to allow for good herbicide coverage. Seeding will also be delayed three to five days after the herbicide application to allow thorough translocation into

the plant. This will result in seeding delays of two to three weeks as compared to a fall-terminated stand.

Control of the forage species in the hay stand is essential in order to reduce yield loss due to competition with the growing crop. A high rate of glyphosate – up to 720 g of active ingredient per acre – can be applied to the hay stand once sufficient growth is present. If regrowth of the forage species occurs after emergence of the annual crop, producers then need to assess the weed spectrum and determine if a suitable in-crop herbicide option exists.

“Establishing good soil to seed contact is critical to the success of the seeded crop,” he says. “With sod seeding the most consistent results have occurred with cereal crops compared to a smaller seeded crop, such as canola. The larger seed size associated with cereals allows seeds to be placed beneath the thatch layer into soil where good soilto-seed contact occurs.”

Cutts adds that evaluating the fertility of the soil is important. “Nutrient levels are commonly deficient on older hay stands and will need to be addressed when seeding an annual crop. It is recommended producers collect a soil sample to properly evaluate fertility requirements.”

“Seeding annual crops into spring terminated hay land poses a number of challenges and is a riskier option as compared to seeding into fall terminated hay stands,” he says. “To manage these risks, producers need to recognize these challenges and adopt the appropriate crop management techniques.”

Request for Proposals

Demande de propositions

Leased office space Vegreville, Alta.

Location de locaux à bureaux à Vegreville (Alberta).

Farm Credit Canada (FCC) invites proposals from anyone interested in leasing office space to FCC. At minimum, all proposals must meet the following criteria:

Financement agricole Canada (FAC) invite toute personne désirant louer des locaux à bureaux à FAC à soumettre une proposition. Les propositions doivent répondre aux critères minimums suivants :

1. Approximately 3,000 usable square feet within one building, offering the entire space on one floor, preferably on the ground level. Preference will be given to space with high visibility that provides for illuminated exterior signage. Ten (10) staff parking and four (4) customer parking spaces are required.

1. Une superficie utilisable d’environ 3 000 pieds carrés dans un seul immeuble et l’ensemble des locaux doit être sur un même étage, idéalement au rez-de-chaussée. La préférence sera accordée à un espace qui offre une grande visibilité et qui permet un affichage extérieur lumineux. En tout, dix (10) places de stationnement réservées au personnel et quatre (4) places de stationnement réservées aux clients sont requises.

2. The office space must be located in Vegreville, Alta. Ease of access from neighbouring local communities will be a consideration.

2. Les locaux à bureaux doivent être situés à Vegreville (Alberta). FAC tiendra compte de la facilité d’accès depuis les localités avoisinantes.

3. The space must be available for tenant fixturing no later than January 1, 2020, and with a move-in date no later than May 31, 2020. FCC will require a five-year term, plus an option to extend the lease for at least two additional terms of five years.

3. FAC, en qualité de locataire, doit pouvoir accéder aux locaux à bureaux pour l’installation des accessoires fixes au plus tard le 1er janvier 2020. La date d’emménagement est prévue au plus tard le 31 mai 2020. FAC exigera un bail de cinq ans, assorti de la possibilité de le prolonger pendant au moins deux autres périodes de cinq ans.

4. Must be accessible to persons with disabilities.

4. Les locaux doivent être accessibles aux personnes handicapées.

The above-noted requirements are not exhaustive. To obtain a comprehensive list of all requirements or for more information, please contact FCC Corporate Procurement at procurement@fcc.ca.

La liste des exigences ci-dessus n’est pas exhaustive. Pour obtenir la liste complète de toutes les exigences ou pour de plus amples renseignements, veuillez écrire à l’Approvisionnement d’entreprise de FAC à l’adresse approvisionnement@fac.ca.

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County of Minburn Open House Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Annual opportunity to visit the County of Minburn Council Chambers to talk with County Council about county issues, questions, and development over coffee and doughnuts.

“We haven’t had one in a couple of years, but we’ve got a couple of new councillors and a new CAO so we thought we’d give people a chance to get to know them a little bit as well,” said county Reeve, Roger Konieczny. “we’re glad to see so many faces out here.”

The turnout to County of Minburn’s open house was about as expected, but more than there had been for the most recent open houses held previously.

Vegreville 4-H Beef Club April News Brittany Holt Club Reporter – Vegreville 4-H Beef Our last meeting was on April 1, 2019. On this night awards were handed out for 2018 diary points, 2018 perfect attendance, completion of last year, 2019 public speaking, 2019 presentations, and 2018 record books. All new members were presented with a show stick on this day as well.

Highway clean-up is on May 4, 2019. Please watch out for all volunteers working to clean up Alberta’s highways on this day.

On April 17th we will be having a showmanship, grooming, and judging clinic in preparation for achievement day.

Our next meeting is on May 5, 2019.

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spring trade fair - CONTINUED from PAGE 7 street. The fees for table space are set to raise funds for the club’s regular operations. They also sold Pedihe that was made by local volunteers in the Golden Age Club kitchen.

President of the Golden Age Club, Karen Romaniuk, said that after doing the same last year they were eager to get back in. “We were excited to come back with this garage sale

for seniors. It’s a fun way to get the community involved.”

Both sales were busy all day, and some other Derwentians who live along Main Street opened up their own yard sales to join in the buying-and-selling festivities.

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Tofield Bull Bash

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On Saturday, April 13, the Tofield arena hosted their share of professional cowboys for the 2019 Bull Bash. Though tickets were not sold out this year, they had an energetic crowd ready to enjoy the bull riding action.

“We’ve turned people away in other years but didn’t have to this year,” explained Rick Neufeld, a part of the Bull Bash organizers, “We’ve got a really good crowd, and the pre-sales were excellent, so we came pretty close.”

The Bull Bash was co-sanctioned by the Canadian Pro Rodeo Association (CPRA), which leads eventually to the Canadian Finals Rodeo, and the Pro Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA), which can lead to the Vegas World Finals Rodeo.

Neufeld explained, “A lot of these cowboys will go to the PBRs, and there’s a stepping stone in the PBR’s to get to the Ford World Tough series, which

is big. Those guys are making a living out of it.”

“The cowboys that we have here are all pros, and about 75% of them have made it to the Canadian finals.”

The Tofield Bull Bash also drew in not one contractor bringing a pen of bulls getting watered down throughout the event, but four; Vold, Thompson Rodeo, Wildhogs, Skori Bucking Bulls. “This makes it so that every bull that gets ridden is fresh, and we’ll get a lot of guys thrown in the dirt.”

This ability, Neufeld explained, was thanks to connections in the industry made by his son, Curtis.

“Curtis is instrumental in running the bull bash. He used to ride pro, so has connections in the industry and sets up our contractors from Meadowlake Saskatchewan.”

“The Town staff is also amazing for us,” Rick continued, “they put in the dirt, and they set up the pens…. There’s just a lot of community support.”

“This just keeps getting bigger and better every year, and as long as Curtis stays involved, we’ll keep on going that way.”

After rounds of competition, the final few were ready to ride for the championship buckle and prize. Though before the championship round there were many scores over 80, only one rider prevailed for the eight seconds. Jared Parsonage, with a score of 167.0 and $1,200.00 in Ground Money was named the champion of the Tofield Bull Bash, and a contender for the CFR as he continues to climb the CPRA standings.

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Carry: Provided you stay calm when talking with your neighbor, asking him to stop should not ruin any friendship you may have. If you’re not comfortable in discussing it with him in person, you could leave a note first and then follow up with a conversation later.

Cash: And when you do decide to talk to him in person, you could always be neighborly and bring him some freshly cut roses!

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Last week I pulled out of my driveway and realized that I left my purse in the house. I stopped at the curb, and hopped out to go get it. As I walked away from the car, I turned around and pointed to Charlie who was laying in the back seat.

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Saint Mary’s Students Face First Handball Tournament of 2019 St Mary’s High School Submitted Friday, April 12th & Saturday, April 13th, St Mary’s Senior Girls & Boys Handball teams went to Zones in Ashmont. This was the first handball tournament for the boys who found success against Two Hills’ team in the Bronze medal match. The senior girls brought home the Bronze medal for the second year in a row.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

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SIRACKY, Len February 8, 1938 - April 13, 2013 We will take this special moment To turn our thoughts to Len and Dad, Thank him for the home he gave For all the things we had.

We think about the fleeting years Too quickly gone for good.

It seems like only yesterday We’d go back if we could.

A time when you were always there No matter what the weather, Always strong when things went wrong You held our lives together.

You strived so hard from day to day And never once complained, With steady hands, you worked so hard And kept the family name.

You taught us that hard work pays off You reap just what you sow, You said that if you tend your crops Your fields will overflow.

Our lives have been bountiful You taught us how to give, In your firm and steadfast way You taught us how to live.

You dwell among the angels now You left us much too soon, You glide across a golden field Above the harvest moon.

We see you in the summer rain You ride upon the wind, And when our path is beaten down You pick us up again.

Sadly missed and lovingly remembered Toni and Family

In Memory Of Metro Lukenchuk July 3, 1923 – April 17, 2018 Dad, this day is remembered And quietly kept.

No words needed We shall never forget.

Lovingly remembered and forever missed, Your children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

WASYLENCHUK, Bernice J. July 14, 1944 - April 21, 2009 It has been ten years.

In all the world we shall not Find a heart so loving and so kind, So soft a voice and so sweet a Smile, a love so wonderful to keep We miss you very much.

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KUHN, Max Peter Dad, Gido April 25, 1935 - April 21, 1999 Time may heal the broken heart, Time may make the world less sore, But time can never stop the longing For the loved one gone before.

I think of him in silence, His name I oft recall, There is nothing left to answer.

But his picture on the wall.

His weary hours and days of pain His troubled nights are past; In our aching hearts we know He has found sweet rest at last.

You’re not forgotten, Father, dear Nor ever shall you be.

As long as life and memory last I shall remember thee.

Nothing can ever take away The love a heart holds dear, Fond memories linger every day Remembrance keeps him near.

Those who we loved go out of sight, But never out of mind; They are cherished in the hearts Of those they leave behind.

His dear bright eyes and cheerful face Are pleasant to recall; He had a loving word for each And died beloved by all.

Remembering you with love, Crystal, Brayden Zabrick & Kuhn family

RICHARDS, Ron “Ronzy” September 12, 1952 - April 17, 2014 Five years today, Seems like yesterday.

Miss you Dad. Love, Shiryl & Elizabeth

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

YADLOWSKY, Mike In loving memory of a dear husband, father and grandfather who passed away April 20, 2009.

As life unfolds another year Treasured memories keep you near Silent thoughts of times together Are memories that last forever.

So may the winds of love blow gently And whisper that you hear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.

Forever in our hearts and prayers.

Lovingly remembered by wife Marie and family

ROSYCHUK, Lily On April 10, 2019, Mrs. Lily Rosychuk of Brosseau passed away at the age of 84 years. She is survived by her loving children, Lorie (Jim) Kupchenko, Barry (Denise) Rosychuk, Geraldine Brown (Mark Grant) & Rick (Cheryl) Rosychuk; 15 grandchildren; 15 greatgrandchildren; brother, Alex (Evelyn) Popowich; sisterin-law, Agnes Popowich; numerous nieces & nephews.

Mrs. Rosychuk was predeceased by her husband, Triffon; parents, Fred & Zenovia Popowich; brothers, Mike, Nick, Casey & Peter. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 18 at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Gardens Funeral Chapel, St. Paul. Reverend Father John Lipinski will be officiating, with interment in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Lac Bellevue. If desired, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice c/o 5626 - 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel. com.

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refrigerator subsidy - CONTINUED from PAGE 6 ELKOW, Anne S. J. January 7, 1920 – April 17, 2016 Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same We have to hide our heartache When someone speaks your name Sad are the hearts that love you Silent are the tears that fall Living without you is the hardest part of all You did so many things for us Your heart was so kind and true And when we needed someone We could always count on you The special years will not return When we are all together But with love in our hearts You walk with us forever.

In our hearts forever, The Dolinski, Ewanchuk and Kuzio Families

GALICHOWSKI, Russell In loving memory of Russell Galichowski who passed away April 20, 2006 “A RAY OF SUNSHINE” Thirteen years have passed without you.

Seasons have come and gone.

Loved ones are growing older, But your memory lives on.

Sadly we continue With void in our hearts, Willing ourselves to move forward.

So precious was the time with you, Though we did not know You would be summoned so soon, And would have to go.

The special years will not return When we were all together But to have had you was a blessing That will last forever.

Rest in peace Russ with your loving Tato. ’Till we meet again Love Mom and family

they’re now cashing corporate welfare cheques from Ottawa.

Shouldn’t the Trudeau government be hitting Loblaw – and every business – with a new tax, the better to “incentivize behavioural change?”

It’s almost as if the government is admitting that when it comes to businesses, piling on new costs is harmful. And yet it expects us to believe the opposite when it comes to Canadians trying to stretch their family budgets.

For a government that says it’s focused on the middle class, it has been unbelievably generous with large, mostly profitable corporations, with handouts to Bombardier and Toyota, not to mention its seedy subservience to the now-infamous SNCLavalin that sparked an unending scandal.

The Trudeau government was already having a tough time convincing skeptical Canadians the carbon tax would actually make them better off, rather than costing them money while doing nothing to help the environment.

Now the government has piled on an additional contradiction.

Ottawa is using the carbon tax to pressure middle-class families into buying new fridges, but, if it’s one of Canada’s wealthiest families flanked by a flock of lobbyists, Ottawa is all to happy chip in millions from taxpayers for new coolers.

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RCMP Serious Crimes Branch seek public assistance to locate wanted person *update: arrested* Cpl. Chris Warren Media Relations Group Edmonton, Alta. – RCMP advise that Cody Nicholls was arrested by Edmonton Police Service on April 13, 2019, and was turned over to the custody of RCMP Serious Crimes Branch. Nicholls was remanded into custody for a court appearance this morning.

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Honker House Family Reunion Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser.

The annual showcase for the talented Holden Junior Players opened on Friday, April 14th, with their first performance of Honker House Family Reunion, a play written by the Jr. Players’ director Roger Harrison. The play continued for a weekend of performances at the Paragon Theatre in Holden.

Before the performance, the ladies at the Gallery gift shop and art studio in Holden served a dinner.

The showcase opened with a video made by the young actors and actresses over the course of the year. After the video ended to much audience applause, Roger Harrison greeted the crowd.

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The show began with a showcase featuring games of what Harrison described as an invaluable lifeskill – improv.

“Our very first rule is that there is no disrespect; it’s hard enough to be an actor, to put yourself out there.

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He then explained to the audience how this rule helps his students to flourish throughout the year.

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home. After many comical twists and turns, the two learned a few lessons, but mainly the value of a good maid and a mad scientist brother.

Roger Harrison wrote the play over Christmas break after getting to know the actors, in order to suit each character to the actor who would play them.

Improv games that the actors performed included Countdown Scenes, the Martha Game, and Talking Statues. Some of the games required audience participation, giving some of the kids in the crowd a chance to get in on the action.

After a brief intermission, the performers were ready with a witty play, Honker House Family Reunion. The production followed the story of two sisters who looked back on their life while preparing to tell their family they had gone broke, and were moving from the family mansion to a retirement

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quick work of poll percentages. From the time votes were counted at 7 pm, the election map was swept clean across with UCP blue with very few exceptions.

Armstrong-Homeniuk accepted her new role with all the gratitude and poise of a newly-minted leader. “I want to thank everyone who supported me throughout the campaign. Your effort was tremendous and you have my deepest gratitude. And to the people of Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville: thank you for trusting me to represent you. It’s truly an honour.”

In spite of split-vote fears, the UCP idea that joining right-wing forces was a sure-fire way to “defeat the NDP” rang true when it became time for the numbers to do the talking.

In Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville, the count after 80 of 96 polls was an overwhelming 52.54% and growing in Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk’s favour.

Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville’s former NDP MLA and campaign competitor Jessica Littlewood did not make herself available for comment before press time.

Alberta Party candidate Marvin Olsen also expressed his gratitude to

the constituency for their support throughout the race. “This campaign has been a tremendous experience, the personal growth I have gone through on this journey is invaluable. It has been an honor to run, and I am so very humbled and grateful to my amazing team and supporters. I am very proud to represent the Alberta party and extremely proud of my incredible team who is small but mighty. We managed to get out the name of a grassroots party and to run a positive campaign to bring forward the vision of the Alberta Party.

The entire Alberta party team is so amazing and supportive, everyone has demonstrated incredible work ethic and drive because we all are in it to truly better this province for the future. We are a fantastic group of Albertans who are proud of this province, and I am honored to be part of this dynamic team and to run alongside of other candidates in my constituency who are all fighting for a better future for Alberta.

Thank you to all my supporters who demonstrated their faith and put their trust in me during this election, and I wish all the best to Jackie ArmstrongHomeniuk in the upcoming term.”

According to the United Conservative Party’s campaign promises, ArmstrongHomeniuk hopes to follow through as soon as possible by working with new Premier Jason Kenney to abolish the provincial carbon tax and “return investors to the province.” If the poll numbers are any indication, their voters (who are now their taxpayers) can only hope they choose the right course of action continually over the next four years in legislature. *** All results are unofficial

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Vegreville Ladies Curling League Champions Colleen Weder Submitted “A” Event sponsored by Vegreville Drug Mart was won by Team Essery; Ellen Essery, Bette Michaelchuk, Renee Gervais & Holly Cependa.

“B” Event sponsored by Hair Fantasies was won by Team Rubuliak; Shirley Rubuliak, Grace Ronald, Heather Shandro & Melinda Kletzel “C” Event sponsored by Bilyk Financial Services was won by Jane Tennant, Val Schell, Vanessa Almberg, Carolyn Kiist & Cheryl Werenka

From right to left Presented by Ladies Club President Colleen Weder – Shirley Rubuliak, Grace Ronald, Heather Shandro & Melinda Kletzel

Presented by Ladies Club President Colleen Weder - Jane Tennant, Val Schell, Vanessa Almberg, Carolyn Kiist & Cheryl Werenka

Mundare Curling Club Winds Up the Season Trevor Zacharkiw President – Mundare Curling Club

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Mundare Curling Club held its League Windup and Appreciation supper on Friday, April 12.

Club President Trevor Zacharkiw Presented Rose and Marvin Kisilevich of RMD food service, with a plaque and token of appreciation for 20 years of service to the Mundare Curling Club.

People would come to the Bonspiel just for Their food and a good visit!

Rose commented that she could write a book on the things she heard and saw over the 20 years of running the concession for the Club’s Bonspiels.

She recalls how many of our current members first came to the rink as toddlers with their parents and now we too are participating in Bonspiels bringing our own children to watch...(And to play in the hall) This year’s Top Team was Team Boyhaychuk.

Trevor Zacharkiw presented awards to Justin Boyhaychuk, Darius Seniuk, Justin Korpan, Jamie Boyhaychuk.

Second place Team Tratch; Emily Gulevich, Judy Peterson, Kathy Ilkiw, Darlene Tratch.

Third Place, after being tied with the Tratch team in points and losing to a coin toss at the end of the season, was the Kropielnicki Team; Tanya Kropielnicki, Jessie Lindburg, Andrew Schidmt, Travis Kropielnicki.

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Ukrainian Bilingual Program 40th Anniversary Probert went on to state how the students take the Ukrainian language and culture to places in the community.

Fedoruk expressed some of his fond memories of the program where he stated Ms. Hyshka gave her students many learning opportunities of visiting the Legislature Building and she spoiled them with treats sometimes which they really enjoyed. There is a connection between the students too as he is still friends with a lot of them.

‘A Trip Down Memory Lane’ perfor-

Some of the Ukrainian Bilingual students perform. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent To honor the milestone of preserving and giving a chance to learn about the Ukrainian Language, Culture and History to two generations of students, A.L. Horton School presented their 40th Anniversary Ukrainian Bilingual Program Celebration on April 11.

This celebration was so well-attended that there was only standing room space available minutes before the event began.

The gymnasium’s walls and tables

acknowledged all the former and present people involved with the program who were too numerous to mention.

EIPS School Trustee, Randy Footz continued to say his grandparents came from the old country with nothing in their pockets and they came to Canada and they built a home, a life and they built the country; this program celebrates that.

Then Deputy Mayor for Vegreville, Tina Warawa said children can observe so much of a language when they learn

Representative for Vegreville Cultural Association, Orest Olineck presents a cheque for $1000 to Principal, Mr. Probert for the Ukrainian Bilingual Program (Rosanne Fortier/photo

were packed with photographs and other items to help people recall precious memories from this program.

Many former and present teachers and staff, dignitaries, and students were present. This was also a reunion for former students and staff as it was frequently heard, “Oh it’s wonderful to see you again!”

A former student of the program, Alex Fedoruk emceed the event.

Following this, all the students opened the celebration by singing, O’Canada in Ukrainian.

Principal, Greg Probert went on to say they only had around 70 children from the program at the event because the students had other commitments but the program has grown to 120 students today. For himself, being involved in this program helped him get connected with his own culture. Probert then

at a young age.

After this, Representative for Vegreville Cultural Association, Orest Olineck presented a cheque for $1000 for the Ukrainian Bilingual Program. Olineck also mentioned how this program enhances and enriches the community.

A representative from Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood of Canada, Ed Stelmach also presented a cheque to the Ukrainian Bilingual Program. Stelmach stated the students in this program not only have a wider knowledge and understanding about the history of Ukraine but also they learn the history of Alberta, their community, and the history of the great country of Canada.

Then Representatives from Ukrainian Women’s Association of Canada, Rose Hook, Gladys Palahniuk, and Anne Soldan presented a cheque of $650 to help the program.

Representative from Ukrainian Catholic Brotherhood of Canada, Ed Stelmach presents a cheque of $1000 to Principal, Mr. Probert for the Ukrainian Bilingual Program (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

A décor of traditional Ukrainian bread and flowers for the celebration.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

mance by the Ukrainian Bilingual students was presented next which featured pleasant memories the students had from themselves and their parents being in the program. The students who are the faces of Ukrainian Canada continued on to wow the crowd when they performed vocal pieces and choral arts pieces from all grades and as a whole.

And as the students stated, every Ukrainian celebration should end with a hopak which they performed with precision.

The students then said the Lord’s Prayer in Ukrainian before everyone enjoyed dinner. For dessert, they offered cheesecake and poppy chiffon cake, as well as, coffee, tea, and juice at the Veselka (Springtime) Cafe in the school’s library.

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The Living Last Supper’s Rehearsal

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Living Last Supper is a replication of the historical event of Jesus’ Last

true essence of Holy Week and the Easter story.

To polish their performance, Director and Coach, Terry Kubin with the cast and crew met at Vegreville United Church to rehearse for The Ninth Annual Living Last Supper Production on April 14 The choral practices performing the musical selections. for the live production (Rosanne Fortier/photo) which was presented on April 16 at Vegreville United Church.

Supper with his 12 disciples. This draAt first, Kubin made matic musical experience for Holy Week sure each of Jesus’ 12 disciples was

by Ruth Elaine Schram slips into a per- positioned in the exact location of the son’s heart and soul as it delivers the characters from Leonardo Da Vinci’s

painting before they brought them to life. Each of the disciples practiced a short monologue based on scripture and historical information which would allow people to hear the innermost thoughts of each man. Each of Jesus’ disciples said one of them would be a traitor of Jesus as they questioned, ‘Is It I?’ The musical selections were dispensed throughout the program to underscore the biblical truths presented by the disciples.

Kubin said their performance was well-timed and she offered few constructive tips as she seemed pleased with the rehearsal.

The live production of this included free refreshments and a chance to meet the cast and crew.

World Renowned Rod Stewart Impersonator Hits RCL No. 39 Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Rod Stewart’s Tribute Artist, Vic Vaga beguiled the fact he wasn’t the actual superstar and people weren’t living in the pre-1990 when Vic sang Rod Stewart’s classic hits all-night long at Royal Canadian Legion Br. No. 30 on April 12.

This concert was organized by RCL Br. No. 39 as a fundraiser and as a means to provide quality entertainment and give the star, Vic Vaga an opportunity to entertain.

The event started off with a hearty and delicious meal of appetizers, beef ribs, salmon, desserts, and beverages catered by Diane Fausak and Ivy Beswick and served by volunteer students from Vegreville Composite High School and St. Mary’s High School.

The moment Vic Vaga walked-in, his performance turned out to be a crowd pleaser as he took people away with his Rod Stewart’s look-alike appearance, stage pretense, microphone stand twirling, antics, and ability to sing his heart out Vic Vaga wows the crowds with his performance of a as he mingled freely Rod Stewart’s Tribute Show. (Rosanne Fortier/photo) with the audience.

Vic’s performances were polished and he had real character, as well as, a knack of acknowledging everyone in the audience as he requested they sing along to some of the songs. He was capable of switching to slower heartfelt songs and more energetic ones in minutes.

When the show closed, Vic shook hands with everyone in the audience.

This show also showed people never know when fate will hit them as Vic’s bio stated Vic’s fame began on Halloween where he dressed-up as Rod Stewart in his hometown of San Antonio, Texas. He continued to wear this costume and he was eventually discovered which led to his exciting life as Rod Stewart’s impersonator.

Caterers- Diane Fausak and Ivy Beswick with volunteer students from Vegreville Composite High School and St. Mary’s High School who served the dinner.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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What a Catch!

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser After a fateful ice-fishing trip at Lac La Biche lake on March 19th, 86-year old Ann Wispinski proudly shared her photos of the catch of the day – an 11.5 cm long, 20 lbs, Northern Pike.

“I just couldn’t pull it out,” Wispinski laughed, “It was a good thing I had help.”

Wispinski said that in her years of ice fishing she had never caught a fish so huge, and is looking forward to going out next year when the ice returns.

In spite of discs in her back that some may find inhibitive, Ann Wispinski is still fishing. “I like ice fishing…. We were 46 years on the farm when I was doing it, and I’ll be doing it as long as I can.”

Wispinski lives in Vegreville and farmed around the Andrew area before moving to town. She also enjoys gardening.

Left: Ann Wispinski holds her 20 lb Northern Pike for all to see.

Town of Vegreville Recognizes New Shell Station Owners

Mayor MacPhee presents owner Vikas Phonqat with congratulatory plaque.

Rachel Farr Communication Coordinator – Town of Vegreville Mayor MacPhee and Vegreville Town Council members paid a visit to new Shell station owners Haryanvi Brothers Ltd. to wish them congratulations to for purchasing the Vegreville Shell Service Station. “(On behalf of the Town

of Vegreville,) thank you for your invest ment in Vegreville,” said Mayor MacPhee, “We wish you all the best in your business venture.”

Vikas is excited about his Vegreville store and is happy to announce Shell Select will be open 24-hours in order to better serve the customers.

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Sunshine Club Craft Sale and Flea Market Shines with Goods Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent April 13’s Senior Citizens Sunshine Club of Vegreville’s Craft Sale and Flea Market was wellattended as it was the venue of authentic and original finds.

There were many reasonable priced white elephant items for sale, as well as, many vendors and tables featured hand-crafted items at their booths.

Ashley Heyden was a crafter from Two Hills who was selling her hand-crafted jewelry and leather crafting pieces. Ashley said she has only been doing leather crafting for two months now.

She started doing this class because she teaches at Two Hills Mennonite School and the Grade nine’s option classes were switched and her students did

Young families came out to shop and browse at the sale. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

not want to do choral music and they knew there were leather working tools around. Ashley didn’t know how to do this craft so she took a few classes and went from there. With the jewelry part, Ashley has been doing that craft for two years because she likes doing things with her hands.

Roxanne Keith also had an impressive array of original paintings for sale which included acrylic pours paintings, fabric silhouette and diamond paintings. Roxanne started this when her mother was in long-term care where doing these arts and crafts used to keep Roxanne’s mother interested and busy. After Roxanne’s mother passed away, Roxanne continued doing the craft because it helped her remember her mother and heal.

Lloyd Kostash was another crafter who was selling many woodwork items. Lloyd drew a lot of attention with his conversation piece of a decorative wasp nest wood piece he created. Lloyd handcrafted items out of wood he obtained locally.

Lloyd said he worked as a licensed practical nurse and farmed and never had time to do wood-work until he retired. This gave him something to do which he loves doing. Lloyd admitted he goes outside and gets a crazy idea of what he will create. He even makes playing cards holder for people who love to play cards but have trouble holding cards due to having a stroke or arthritis. Lloyd added the challenges of creating woodwork are a person has to plan and figure out things before they do the craft.

Also included was if people wanted to browse and shop at noon-time, lunch was available to purchase from the Sunshine Club Kitchen Café.

Many citizens browse and shop at the sale.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Lloyd Kostash with his conversation piece of a decorative wasp nest wood piece and other wood work he created.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Ducks Unlimited Country Carnival Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser This Saturday, April 13, the Vegreville Social Centre was host to the second annual Ducks Unlimited Country Carnival.

After holding a yearly fundraiser in the typical banquet format for over 30 years, co-chair of the Ducks Unlimited fundraiser Marg Varga said they came up with this idea in 2018 and will be hard-pressed to let it go anytime soon.

“It was so much fun last year, we just had to bring it back again.”

Instead of going through the motions of a banquet, silent auction, and auction gala, the Country Carnival guests purchased tickets for food, games, and raffles, old carnival style, and barely kept to their seats throughout the evening.

During the raffles and silent auction, Jamieson Brown and Renee Frechette competed to sell the most raffle tickets for their respective items of a reclining

chair and landscape print or a rifle and pedal car.

A high-flyer auction was held, with thirteen chairs on the stage; the priviliege of sitting in each was live-auctioned off until the last, which was chosen by a name draw and trivia question.

Once everyone on the stage was seated, each lucky winner would get to choose one of 12 high-value items on display at the back of the stage.

Ducks Unlimited has been in the Vegreville area for 33 years, and in North America for much longer. Some of the members who organize the event have been members since the beginning. “Actually some of the guests who came were some of the original group organizers in Vegreville.”

All money raised for Ducks Unlimited goes toward co-operation with farmers and organizations to preserve the wetlands.

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Vegreville and Area Appreciates its Volunteers Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Volunteers are the heart, soul, and cornerstone of what sustains and make the Communities of Vegreville and Area interesting!

The April 10’s Volunteer Appreciation Event at Vegreville Social Centre put a frame on this sentiment with their speaker presentation by Guest Speaker, Brent Barootes who is a President and CEO from the Partnership Group, Sponsorship, Non-profits, and working together. This event also featured information and displays, networking, fellowship, and a buffet lasagna dinner County of Minburn Councilor, Tara Kuzio was the emcee where she welcomed everyone and stated the theme for 2019 was ‘The Volunteer Factor, Lifting Communities’. “As we recognized the collective efforts of volunteers, we reflect on the multitude of actions taken locally to help people, communities, and neighborhoods become better,” Kuzio said. “Also, our confidence lifts when we gain skills which help us get into competitive school programs, or to obtain a new job. The beautiful image of those hot air balloons featured on our tables and our invitations this year illustrates that when people volunteer together, the sky is the limit in terms of what they can achieve.”

Barootes gave his presentation next where he started off by saying if non-profit organizations turn to sponsorship; this helps them increase the funds they will get to fulfill their mission. The difference between philanthropy versus sponsorship is philanthropy which is when a company or organization gives a non-profit a donation without expecting anything in return other than a tax receipt. Sponsorship is when the company is trying to promote their business or organization and they want this in return for the investment they give the non-profit organization.

Barootes said to be careful who your sponsor-

ship is as it can represent your non-profit organization. Some good questions to ask is are they authentic? It is good to ask what your organization has to sell and what people want.

A short video expressed you don’t just market with people, you connect with them while they showed how their company took what they were doing, refreshed it, and tried to get people engaged.

The world has changed, the game has changed, and it is also this way with sponsorship and what people want. Think a little bit differently and think about how we can help our partners (sponsors). The six main tips were we need to know what we have to sell by taking an inventory of assets, we need to do discovery sessions to build relationships, you need to custom build to meet your sponsor’s needs, you need to focus on the sponsor; not your organization, you need to make sure you deliver the fulfillment of what you promised and continue to nurture the relationship long-term.

Barootes concluded by saying a quote by Charles Darwin, ‘It is not that the strongest of species survives or the most intelligent survives but it is the one most adaptable to change.’

That is what we need to be aware of because our whole world has changed.

Barootes was opened to questions when volunteers went on to enjoy the lasagna buffet dinner.

(Right-to-left) Volunteer Chef, Dwayne Hlady with his kitchen helpers-Bob Carter, Faith Browning, and Stacy Mynzak. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Town of Vegreville Councilors and County of Minburn Councilor serve the lasagna dinner. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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Vegreville’s Tallest Band Reaches New Heights Rosanne Fortier

News Correspondent Vegreville’s Tallest Band, the Off Ramp Boys owned both the stature in height and greatest when they performed to 90 people who attended Perogies and Jam’s Ninth Season Finale where this band were the featured musicians on April 13 at Senior Citizen Sunshine Club of Vegreville.

The event began with people purchasing their supper and refreshments from the Sunshine Café. As usual, coffee was free.

Wayne Camantigue sings at the Open Mic session.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Founder of Perogies and Jam, Don Harfield was the Emcee where he welcomed everyone and said there was a treat in store for the audience as they had open mic’s musicians and the feature musicians, Off Ramp Boys to finish off the season.

Open Mic kicked off the evening where Wayne Camantigue was the first musician to enter the stage.

Wayne said he likes to perform for a hobby and has done this for the last 40 years. He has been performing for Perogies and Jam for nine years now. He enjoys singing oldies classics and folk songs. His favorite part about performing is being able to express himself

through cover songs.

A regular performer, Lorne Fill was up next where he performed a few lovely folk tunes.

Debbie Hill who is from Viking was the musician who appeared after this.

Debbie said she has been performing for around six years now but she only performed about three times by herself for Perogies and Jam. She likes to sing Gospel/Bluegrass/Folk/Country.

Olga Gegolick also sang some good The ‘Off Ramp Boys’-Gordon Forbes, Rob Hughes, Randy Kereliuk, traditional country songs and Len and Ralph Lange. (Rosanne Fortier/photo) Sakaluk sang some bluegrass songs which were all well-received by the audience.

The audience issued cheers and rapturous applause Then the room became very dark as the Off Ramp after each of their performances.

Boys’ original, real, and fun-loving personalities came Afterward, people commented they always enjoy in with a bang where they presented a Star Wars theme listening to the Off Ramp Boys and their performance at their entrance.

The instance the Off Ramp Boys performed with was a great way to wrap off the music season.

The Off Ramp Boys also had their signature t-shirts Randy Kereliuk on lead vocals and guitar, Ralph Lange for sale on fiddle, mandolin upright bass and vocals, Gordon Forbes on lead guitar and vocals, and Rob Hughes on percussion (drums that is) and vocals; they carried the audience away with their performance which included original and humorous antics, classic country songs, early rock n’ roll, and original songs they wrote.

Some of the songs they wrote included, ‘The Sound of Lonesome’, ‘It’s a Long Way to Nashville’, ‘Russian Girls’ and other songs.

This band loves to have fun and they even Around 90 people attended the finale for the ninth season of performed an airplane skit at one point.

Perogies and Jam. (Rosanne Fortier/photo) They could be found performing and mingling with the audience at various periods.

Food Can Eat You Alive!

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Food can create miracles in terms of preventing and treating cancer and other chronic diseases!

There was first-hand proof of this and information at the presentation, ‘Eating You Alive’, which featured a free plant-based dinner and movie at Vegreville Train Station on April 14.

This event was presented by Vegreville Seventhday Adventist Church where Marion Coppock was the organizer. Coppock said she wanted to host this event because she is always interested in health and she wanted to help other people understand how eating healthy can really affect their health.

Special Guests, Dan Moskaluk and his wife, Sheanne who are from Naramata, British Columbia starred in the featured documentary, Eating You Alive-One bite at a time by The Purjes Foundation.

Dan is a recently retired RCMP Officer from BC. Sheanne dedicated her life to being a stay-at-home mother. Sheanne said she adopted a plant-based lifestyle in 2011 and went on to lose 133 pounds.

Dan was diagnosed with stage four kidney cancer

There was free soup and salad at the event.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

in 2013 and given two months to two years maximum to live. At that point in the emergency station, he adopted a 100% plant-based lifestyle and had surgery for his kidney cancer. He has not had medically invention since 2014 and he was told he was cancer free after fifteen months of his diagnosed.

The event began with the dinner which included soup, salads, appetizers, lemon water, and desserts where all were plant-based and everyone commented how good the food tasted.

The documentary showed what to eat to obtain a healthy plant-based diet. The foods they mentioned to eat were fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, nuts, and seeds and avoid all animal products, dairy, and eggs and avoid refined/processed, fast/convenient foods, sugar, white flour, white rice, and all oils.

Chocolate is good if it doesn’t have sugar or fat in it.

They stated that animal products are bad for the environment and a lot of the time the animals are not treated right all through the production.

The film showed case studies from all ages of people who recovered from chronic diseases by maintaining a plantbased diet.