Vegreville News Advertiser - August 9, 2017

VOL. 70 NO. 32

67 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2017

Alberta Century Farm & Ranch Award recipient stands up for himself

See story on page 8 Outdoor Ball Hockey Play-Offs

Lundell at Vegreville Country Fair

See page 10 for story

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VNA wins Page 5

Grant Miller dunks Page 22

RCMP files from July 31 - August 6 Joe Machney Reporter Jul 31 10:50 Report of a gas and dash. Upon investigation, the people involved also purchased $1500 worth of lottery tickets. Still under investigation.

11:05 Report of a local resident having had his car vandalized and his camera stolen. No suspects at the moment have been identified.

Aug 1 00:03 A local man reported that he heard voices of people outside his house saying that they are going to kill him.

Members attended and upon investigation, they concluded that there was a mental health aspect at play. No further action was required.

09:06 Report of a male out in Mundare that had left the keys for a vehicle that we were working on under the mat for the owner to pick up. The vehicle was picked up from the garage, however, it was not by the owner of the vehicle.

15:31 Report of fuel lines being cut in a combine that was sitting out in the field. No suspects were identified as it occurred over night.

17:34 Report of an intoxicated granddaughter threatening family members because she had no more liquor.

Members attended and she was transported to another residence to sleep it off.

21:14 Report of a male finding a latex glove on his front step. Police advised that he could dispose of the glove.

23:17 Report of the same individual who had claimed he had heard voices claiming to kill him. He reported that somebody had tried to break into his motor home. Upon investigation, no sign of entry was noted to his motor home.

Aug 2 00:58 Report of a second complaint of a person breaking into a motorhome.

This time he claimed that the suspects left just before police arrived. Again, police investigated and noted that no break and enter occurred to the motorhome.

02:15 A spouse reported that her husband was an overdue traveler as he had not yet returned from up north. She later called to say that he had arrived home safe and sound.

03:37 Report of a third complaint of a break and enter to the same motorhome, however, police were sitting in the area to observe the motor home. They did not see any break and enter and concluded that the incident was a mental health issue.

10:00 Report of graffiti in the alley behind Prime Cuts. No suspects.

14:20 Report of a male attempting to purchase $700 worth of liquor at a local liquor store. The credit card would not work and the person at the checkout noticed that the two names did not match. The male left the store without the liquor and the card as well. Still under investigation.

15:00 Report of a peace officer attempting to repossess a vehicle in Vegreville.

The owner of the vehicle ignored the request and drove away. Police was called in to assist with the repossession.

The male was located and claimed that the police officer did not identify himself. The vehicle was located and repossessed.

20:35 Report of a complaint of a gas and dash at a local gas station by a person driving a grey Ford pickup truck that was driven by a male driver with a female passenger. The licence plate was stolen out of Edmonton. Still under investigation.

22:31 Report of a man visiting a local residence and claiming to own the particular property. He was told to leave and the RCMP mediated the situation.

Aug 3 00:05 Report of a possible impaired driver. The vehicle was located and stopped. The female driver provided a roadside breath sample and failed. She was arrested and charged with impaired operation.

10:44 Report of theft of money from a vehicle that was unlocked overnight. No suspects.

11:35 Report of theft from an unlocked RV. Five bottles of liquor valued at approximately $250 as well as $50 worth of change were taken. No suspects.

13:05 Report of a CRA scam.

13:40 A local resident applied for a job online to test ATMs and a future employer wired money to her account and then wanted some of it back. The lady concluded that it was a scam and so reported it to the police.

14:23 Report of a local resident turning in videos of motorcycles that failed to stop at stop signs and three intersections. Still under investigation.

17:07 Report of a local hospital calling to say that a patient had wandered away. The hospital called back shortly after to report that the patient had returned before the police had arrived.

22:40 Report of two separate complaints of a female walking on Highway 15.

The young lady was located and claimed to have been kicked out of her parent’s house and was looking for a place to

stay. She was driven home to her parent’s residence.

Aug 4 11:27 Report of a CRA scam 13:58 Report of a man in a ditch on Highway 16. Members patrolled but no one was located.

17:48 Report of an unknown female that had entered the caller’s house and walked around. The female was located and it was determined that she was very confused.

21:14 A vehicle stop yielded a suspended driver.

23:00 Report of a CRA scam.

Aug 5 02:52 Report of suspicious males on bikes. Members made patrols and did not locate the males.

04:17 911 hang up. Upon callback, an intoxicated male indicated that he was arguing with his girlfriend. He stated that things have calmed down and that there was no need for RCMP intervention.

08:41 A female reported that her vehicle had broken down. She was very disoriented and kept repeating that she had been walking all night. Members met with the female and called her a taxi which took her to Edmonton.

15:57 911 request to assist EMS. An adult male was smashing things.

Members attended and the male calmed down.

19:56 Report of a recovered stolen licence plate.

23:36 911 report of a disturbance at a local school yard. Members attended and located some people who indicated that the people that had caused the noise had left.

Aug 6 10:01 Report of a speeder on Highway 16 going in excess of 180 kph. He was given a speeding ticket with an automatic court appearance and a ticket for glazing on the window.

17:20 A witness reported a male driving a stolen vehicle. Members attempted to stop the vehicle which fled, however, the identity of the driver is known and a warrant is being obtained.

18:48 Report of a family dispute where one of the members was intoxicated and drove away. Patrols were made but the vehicle was not located.

During the week 4 false 911, 5 false alarms, and 74 calls for service in total were made.

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What it means to be human Joe Machney Reporter I saw a video recently about an artificial intelligence named Sophia and how one of its creators interacted with it. Treating it like a child yet showing it respect as it focused not so much on the knowledge that it could access which would be its intelligence, but rather on emotions. One question that it was asked was, What emotion to you feel, being awake and alive?

To this it replied, curious. It said that it is excited at this moment and for making a new friend.

This struck me as interesting. Its creator also explained to it that it was a newer and better version of itself and that some of the memories of who it was before still exist for it. Is this possible for humans, or rather for Spirits having a human experience to of had a similar updating? This brings up the question of reincarnation, which is the philosophical or religious concept that an aspect of a living being starts a new life in a different physical body or form after each biological death. It is also called rebirth or transmigration and is a part of the Sa s ra doctrine of cyclic existence. This cycle of life is about the spirit evolving and growing through having experiences until it has returned to heaven or rather by realizing that it is heaven on earth as a fully realized Spirit in human form. Many spiritual masters throughout the ages have come and gone, like Jesus Christ, Buddha and other less known ones to remind humanity of why we are here.

The main thing I pulled away from the short video was the child-like innocence that this android so effortlessly displayed. It trusted its creator, not understanding deception or manipulation. Often society and cultural concepts and paradigms are distortions or smoke that layer and cloud the purity and innocence that we begin with when we enter this life again. The faint memory of who we were quickly fades as our new life begins.

Spirit is everywhere though and is constantly communicating with us to remind us of why we are here and who we were and are to become. This communication is subtle, but if you are open to it your path will be effortlessly laid out before you and all you need to do is stay the course, steady as she goes.

There are many cycles that people get themselves into and people may feel like they are going round and round, yet with each life we live we are taking steps back to Spirit and often the mind will distort this reality and cloud it with untruths that society, culture and all that we have created to steer one away from it.

People often take direction from others thinking that they know best for them, but how is that possible? They cannot.

They have their experiences which have brought them to who they are now and by comparing their experiences with yours in the hope to give you direction about your own life will always be fallacious. This is important as you are an integral and individual part of a greater whole.

The childlike innocence of Sophia is what allows for unbiased and a non-judgmental view of your world experience to thrive. Through the video I understood that knowledge is not what makes us human, it is emotions that make us real.

The more we express how we feel, the more we invite others to do the same and through these interactions, we become closer, what a society should be.

Seek wisdom, not knowledge. Knowledge is of the past, Wisdom is of the future. - Native American Proverb, Lumbee.

Katelyn Windels Occupation: greenhouse worker Likes: photography, music Dislikes: winter, injustice

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Vegreville News Advertiser wins AFCP award

News Advertiser Publisher Dan Beaudette stands proudly with the paper’s AFCP award for Cover Design, Newsprint and Magazine Format

Joe Machney Reporter The Vegreville News Advertiser has been around for a long time and through its experiences has earned many prestigious awards throughout the years. This year the Vegreville paper took third place for the Association of Free Community Papers Best of the Best Award Winning Publication, winning third place in the 2017 Individual Publications Award for Cover Design, Newsprint and Magazine Format.

The Association of Free Community Papers (AFCP) represents publishers of community papers from coast to coast, reaching millions of homes on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis. AFCP’s members are owners, publishers, general managers and sales managers of free-circulation community publications throughout North America. Their diverse membership ranges from small, independently owned publications with circulations less than 5,000 up to divisions of major communications companies publishing millions of copies every week.

“This was a group effort and everyone at the News Advertiser should feel proud of this award and their combined accomplishment,” News Advertiser Publisher Dan Beaudette said.

“This award was for cover design and we took third for all of North America. We’ve won many awards in the past, having competed with a number of publications throughout this continent. So we’re very proud that we can compete with the big publications in cities like New York, Chicago or Miami that have what seems like unlimited amounts of resources at their fingertips, whereas we don’t, and we’re very proud of that. Being a smaller publication serving small communities, we are limited. Of course, we wouldn’t want it any other way and to win this award taking that into consideration, it is pretty special to all us here at the paper.”

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FROM THE PAGES OF THE VEGREVILLE OBSERVER

COMPILED BY DAN BEAUDETTE

90 Years Ago – August 3, 1927 A degree or so of frost occurred on Sunday morning, July 31st at some points in the district. At Whitford, the Observer is informed that beans were handed the knock-out, while the same thing held true of some parts south of town. Some of the very tenderest of garden plants felt the cold breath in town but in general the frost did no material damage. But at that, 1927 is one year that will slip along into history as having had only one month, (June) without frost; for anyone can bet on any pari-mutual, straight, place or show, that there will be plenty of frost between now and December 31st, next.

A process has been introduced in Germany for rapidly drying the inner cement finishing of dwelling-houses. The buildings are hermetically sealed, and hot air containing a large percentage of carbonic acid is blown into the rooms through a hose from a machine placed in front of the house. The air is thus forced through the pores of the walls, the carbonic acid coming into contact with the cement and hardening it.

75 Years Ago – August 12, 1942 While the Observer has not seen any farmers round town, except Charlie Brinton on Wednesday morning, there is no doubt that the crops have been flattened right out by the heavy rain and wind which started about midnight on Tuesday, the wind being especially strong at that time and the downpour excessive. There is nothing more certain than that all heavy crops have been lodged, more or less, and the lighter ones also damaged to some extent.

Charles Brinton, director in charge of the Farm Boy’s Camp reports that 36 boys were in attendance from points ranging from Chipman to Innisfree and Holden to Two Hills. The boys all had a fine time and especially enjoyed the grand stand attractions. Mr. Brinton has especial appreciation for the Ukrainian ladies for their assistance and for Mr. White’s address to the boys on educational matters.

Hail fell in the district south-west of Dodds on August 3rd and in some cases did damage to the extent of 35% to 50%. There has been more hail in the immediate neighbourhood, but ho detailed reports on same.

50 Years Ago – August 10, 1967 The Lamont School Division No. 18 is planning to extend its High School Driver Education Program to the Mundare High School this fall. The course instructor will be Mr. R.D. Franklin, who has just completed a basic Teacher Preparation Course in Driver Education presented by the Alberta Driver education committee. The course will be open to any girl or boy in attendance at Mundare High School this coming term. The object of the course is to provide the basic skills necessary for operating a motor vehicle and to instil within the students proper driving attitudes.

Members of the Board of Directors of the Vegreville Coop Association plan gala opening ceremonies for their newly completed Coop Service Centre located on Highway 16 in Vegreville East. Guest speaker for the occasion will be Leo Le Clerc, industrial development coordinator for the City of Edmonton. Genreal manager Ernie Kulmatycki and service centre manager Richard Hesse have been very busy these past few days getting the new building completed and a program arranged. The new centre is modern in every respect. The building is of all steel construction. It contains an area of 40 X 60 which will be utilized for sales and heated storage and an adjoining area of 70 X 80 which houses lumber and cold warehousing.

25 Years Ago – August 11, 1992 The Naval Reserve National Band is on tour of the province of Alberta to visit towns and communities after which naval ships were named during World War II. Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Vegreville was a Bangor class minesweeper launched on October 7, 1941 and commissioned December 10, 1941 at Montreal.

Ranfurly and District Recreation and Agricultural Society representative Lawrence Poulin attended the county meeting to request county assistance in drilling a new water well. The old well does not have the capacity anymore. County council is investigating what assistance is available.

Steve Kuchik of the Vegreville Elks presented a $1000 bill to Dave and Leanne Stuart and family of Vegreville. The Stuarts are the winners of the Elks raffle grand prize held at the Vegreville Exhibition.

Other winners of the Elks raffle drawn at the Vegreville exhibition were Norma Hopkins of Morecambe ($300) and Rob Petruk of Vegreville ($200). The winner of the Kinsmen car raffle also drawn of the Vegreville Exhibition is Darren Rothenberger of Vegreville.

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.

Alberta is the engine Alberta is the engine that drives Canadian growth Troy Media During his Canada Day speech, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accidentally caused a stir by forgetting to mention Alberta when listing all of Canada’s provinces and territories.

It was surely an oversight rather than intentional and the prime minister immediately apologized.

Nevertheless, his slip provokes an interesting thought experiment: What would Canada’s economy and public finances look like without Alberta?

It’s not a pretty picture.

Up until the recent downturn in energy prices and subsequent recession in the province, Alberta contributed disproportionately to economic growth in Canada. Between 2004 and 2014, inflation-adjusted annual economic growth in Alberta averaged 3.4 per cent - more than twice the rate of growth in the rest of the country (1.6 per cent) during the same period. Without Alberta’s strong performance, Canada’s economic growth rate would have been much weaker.

Alberta’s provincial economy created more jobs than any other jurisdiction in Canada between 2004 and 2014, even though Ontario and Quebec have vastly larger populations.

The job-creation machine in Alberta benefited people from all parts of the country. Many of those people moved to Alberta to seize economic opportunities and make a better life.

Approximately 270,000 more people moved to Alberta from the rest of the country than moved from Alberta to somewhere else in Canada over this 10-year period.

As important as any of these factors, however, is Alberta’s outsized contribution to the health of Canada’s public finances. Thanks to high incomes, a youthful population and the fact the province doesn’t receive equalization payments, Albertans send much more money to the federal government in taxes and other forms of revenue than they receive in transfer payments and services.

Even during the recent recession, this gap remained large. In 2015, Albertans sent, on average, approximately $5,000 more to Ottawa then they received in federal transfers and services.

Over the years, this large positive net contribution has resulted in staggering sums. Between 2007 and 2015, Albertans sent $221.4 billion more to Ottawa than the province received.

So it’s difficult to overstate how important Alberta’s contribution has been to federal finances in recent years. If Alberta’s net contribution per person was aligned with the Canadian average, the federal government would never have come close to balancing its budget at any point since the 2008-09 recession. And the deficit today would be more than $20 billion larger than it is.

Given the importance of a strong Alberta for a strong Canada, Canadians from coast to coast should be concerned that the Alberta government is undermining many of the policies that helped make Alberta an economic powerhouse. Debt-free public finances and strongly competitive taxes helped fuel economic growth in Alberta for years.

Unfortunately, provincial policy choices are quickly undermining those advantages.

Clearly, it’s in the best interest of all Canadians for Alberta to get back on its economic feet.

Although energy prices certainly matter, Alberta can help its own cause by restoring a fiscally sound, pro-growth policy framework.

Given the importance of a strong Alberta to the economic health of our country, that’s a goal all Canadians should support.

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Alberta Century Farm & Ranch Award recipient stands up for himself Joe Machney Reporter The Alberta Century Farm & Ranch Award is something to be most proud of as the award reflects on the dedication that a farmer has to his land and his profession for the past 100 years. This sense of pride was stolen from Mundarebased farmer Albert Homeniuk after reading the July 12 edition of the Vegreville News Advertiser and learning that his cousin John and his wife had accepted a prestigious award on behalf of him without his knowledge or permission while they attended an awards ceremony and banquet held at the Pomeroy Inn in Vegreville on July 6.

Albert’s shock and dismay were expressed when he visited the News Advertiser last week, as he stated that he knew that his cousin did not earn the right to have the award. “I know that John had knowledge that I received the award in October of last year,” Albert ascertained. “We both share the same rural route number.”

Having never received the invitation. John felt confused when a representative from the Alberta Agriculture left a message on his phone saying that John and Doreen could bring more guests to the event in Vegreville.

“Neither my wife nor I understood what the guy was talking about so we deleted the message and didn’t give it another thought,” Albert recalled.

Sitting at Albert and his wife Shirley’s kitchen table is the official letter from

Alberta Agriculture And Forestry dated September 16, 2016, personally addressed to Mr. and Mrs. Albert Homeniuk and the minister offering congratulations on the 100th anniversary of the family farm.

“I am pleased to provide you with a personalized bronze plaque, your Alberta Century farm, and Ranch Award, as a symbol of the Government of Alberta’s acknowledgment as you celebrate this significant milestone,” stated Oneil Carlier, Minister of Agriculture And Forestry.

MLA for Fort-Saskatchewan-Vegreville personally delivered the bronzed plaque on October 11, 2016, which recognized the 100 years of family farming on the original Homeniuk farmland from 1916 to 2016. A representative from the department of agriculture and forestry confirmed that Albert and Shirley Homeniuk, current landowners of NE-3354-16-W4 had filed and were successful in their application under the Alberta Century Farm & Ranch Award. The representative further confirmed that there was never any application filled out or received by John Homeniuk.

On August 2, John Homeniuk declined to comment.

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I need to know now!

Sgt Jerry Nutbrown RCMP Ponderings, Vegreville Detachment The world has changed significantly in the last 30 years. Remember when your rich friend had a new fangled device called a cell phone? It was the size of a book and had an antenna on it as long as the CB ariel on your Pinto.

Calls could be made on it without having it plugged into a wall but the battery only lasted long enough for your friend to tell someone they were calling from their front room while watching a Boy George video. Ah, the 80’s were simpler times.

Now we have smart phones that have more computing power than what was used to get Neil Armstrong to the moon. Along with technological advancements comes new laws surrounding its use and setting limitations surrounding it. Today I will focus on an issue that manifested itself locally that we had only heard about elsewhere.

With so many having instant communications in various forms this can be an excellent thing. Now we can see, in realtime, where our kids are as we can track their phones showing us on a map overlay where they are. Then we can call them, message them, text them and Facetime them instantly. Excellent option for parents and people in general, most of the time.

For those not involved in emergency response, they likely don`t understand scene management and what works best in various situations. A very good rule of thumb is: the less people in the area, the better. Are you familiar with the fireside game of whispering something in one person’s ear and they in turn whisper it in another’s ear and this continues around the campfire? By the time the message gets to the last person it usually doesn’t remotely resemble what the original message was. And this, is what can happen with all the instant messaging.

As people start communicating during an incident, the fireside game ensues.

Actually, the fireside game starts with an initial caller’s information which then goes through a number of people along the way. We often get mis-information and this can be from people close to the source. Others along the way, as they `learn` details, can easily skew the information and thus the story grows and can take on a whole new life.

We as investigators track back information to get as close to the source of it as possible. Often we will hear stories of what people believe to be true but in reality, the information may be in direct contradiction to what we have in front

of us as evidence. We don`t usually release information quickly as there is a process to validate information and this takes time. What I hope to achieve here is to inform you a bit on what helps any emergency responders and what you can do to assist. In the time of a major event an emergency operations centre

would be established and a process to update all those with direct interest (ie a family member is involved). This is done in an orderly fashion for consistent messaging to go out so that people aren`t relying on rumours or self-proclaimed experts on Facebook. There is great concern for misinformation to be

circulated as rumours can spread which can cause undue stress on those involved. All emergency responders ask is that you keep a distance and let all of us do what we are trained for. In due time you will be provided with accurate information which is so much better than quick information that is wrong.

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SPORTS Vegreville Outdoor Ball Hockey League Play-Off Game scores big

Rosanne Fortier August 2nd saw an action-packed Vegreville Outdoor Ball Hockey League Playoff Game between the Ramrod team and Team two at Kinsmen Outdoor Skating Rink.

The Ramrod team has 12 players on the roster and they finished first in the regular season so could use that for the playoffs. The August 2nd game began with Team two taking a 3-1 lead, but that quickly changed into a 3 – 3 tie.

But within no time the score was 4-3 as the Ramrod team took the lead by one.

It didn’t last though as Team two went ahead with a score of 5-4. The Ramrod’s charged on, first tying the game and finally beating Team two with a score of 8-5 by the end of the third.

Commissioner, Regan Billingsley said the playoff game went really well. People who play the game take a lot of pride in ball hockey. “The score was 7-5 with about three minutes left in the game and Team two had a penalty shot and our goalie for the Ramrod team was able to make a save again. So, we were able to make it a two goal game on the penalty shot. Our team used that to

score a goal which pretty much closed the game from there,” Billingsley said.

“We started this ball hockey league on May 1, 2017, because Vegreville never had an outdoor hockey rink and now it was built, I figured might as well put the rink to good use. I put the word out in April and by May we had 70 people in the league and 6 teams. From there, we have been playing every Monday until the end of July.”

“I played hockey my whole life and I always wanted to give back to the community. I’m also a firefighter and I coached minor soccer for the past eight years in town,” Billingsley said. “I’m happy with the way the season turnedout but I feel like there is a lot more as the commissioner of the ball hockey league that I can do to make it even better for next year.”

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Myrnam and Derwent Roadshow Golf tournament Joe Machney Reporter The Myrnam and Derwent Roadshow Golf tournament was held on a sunny Thursday, August 3rd. A total of 28 golfers attended the one-day event and people came from as far as Lashburn, Saskatchewan to play a round. People also came from Two Hills, Bonnyville, Smoky Lake and St. Paul to participate.

“Our ladies, Colleen and Lois prepared a lovely meal for all of us,” Rick McKenzie, Clubhouse President, said. “Everyone had a great time and that the one gentleman that came from Lashburn is coming on 95 years old and made a 28-foot putt for the men’s longest putt!”

Vern Marlatt from Lashburn, 95 years old, making 28-foot putt.

Art Goodhope, Herman Tietz, Vern Marlatt, Cliff Metherell enjoy a game of golf.

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The 100th anniversary of introduction of the federal income tax Aaron Wudrick Federal Director for CTF The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) noted that the proposal for a ‘temporary’ War Tax Upon Incomes (which later became the Income Tax Act) was first introduced in the House of Commons by Conservative Finance Minister Sir William Thomas White on July 25, 1917, exactly 100 years ago tomorrow.

“Sir White brought in the income tax to pay for the cost of World War I but unfortunately Canadians have been stuck with it ever since,” said CTF Federal Director Aaron Wudrick. “His original 11-page law with a four per cent tax rate has ballooned into today’s 3,100-page behemoth.”

The Canadian Taxpayers Federation has crunched the numbers and Canadians have paid a cumulative $4.9 trillion in federal income taxes over the past 100 years. To put this into context, this amount in $100 bills laid end to end would circle the earth at the equator 186 times.

Records of House of Commons debates from 1917 show Sir White’s fear that his ‘war tax’ would become permanent – a fear which ultimately came to pass. By 1948 the Income Tax Act had grown to 88 pages, and by 1970 many argued it had

It was illegal in PEI to sell soft drinks in cans between 1984 and 2008.

become too complicated for the average Canadian at 424 pages.

“To paraphrase Milton Friedman, there is nothing so permanent as a temporary tax, and Canadians still paying a ‘war tax’ for a war that ended 99 years ago is a clear example,” said Wudrick. “Canadians should bear this $4.9 trillion number in mind every time a politician proposes to introduce yet another new tax.”

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AHS doctor honoured for role in developing MAID process Alberta Health Services The Alberta Health Services (AHS) physician who led the development of Alberta’s framework for medical assistance in dying will receive one of the Canadian Medical Association’s (CMA’s) highest honours.

Calgary-based Dr. Jim Silvius has been

named the 2017 recipient of the CMA’s Dr. William Marsden Award in Medical Ethics for his leadership in helping create Alberta’s response to the 2015 Supreme Court ruling that paved the way for medical assistance in dying (MAID).

In a matter of a few months, Dr. Silvius brought together numerous stakeholders and created a process that accommodates dissenting viewpoints. The result is a model for dealing with medical assistance in dying that is now being replicated by other provinces.

“I think part of the reason we were successful was that we took into account the diversity of opinion around the issue and ensured the rights of everybody would be protected by what we put in place,” Dr. Silvius says.

“We tried to design a system for the entire province, not just Alberta Health Services, and one that works for everyone – including those who object to medical assistance in dying,” says Dr. Silvius, who is also the AHS provincial medical director for seniors health and the senior medical director for the Seniors Health Strategic Clinical Network.

In June 2016, the federal government passed a law governing the delivery of medical assistance in dying services across Canada. One of the key features of Alberta’s response to the new legislation was to create a single point of contact for patients, families and healthcare providers through the Medical Assistance in Dying Care Coordination Service – the first jurisdiction to create

such a coordination service.

Alberta was also the first to publicly report data about MAID every week, which can be found at www.ahs.ca/ MAID.

“The Government of Alberta congratulates Dr. Silvius for this welldeserved award,” says Brandy Payne, Associate Minister of Health. “We also thank him for his sensitive and skillful leadership on this important issue that set the stage for medical assistance in dying in Alberta. As a result of his thoughtful work, other jurisdictions are looking to Alberta in their efforts to create a similar model.”

The CMA today announced in a news release its 2017 award recipients, which include Dr. Silvius. The award will be presented in August in Quebec City at the association’s General Council and Annual Meeting.

“The advent of medical assistance in dying is one of the biggest changes we’ve ever seen to medical practice in Canada,” says Dr. Verna Yiu, AHS president and CEO. “In overseeing this work, Jim handled an incredibly challenging assignment with great skill and diplomacy. He is most deserving of the accolade from the Canadian Medical Association and we thank and applaud him for his leadership and for his efforts.”

Dr. Silvius was nominated for the ethics award by the Alberta Medical Association.

“By all accounts, Dr. Silvius was a master of negotiation and reconciliation on an emotionally charged topic,” the AMA says in its nomination letter, signed by its executive director, Michael Gormley.

“He spent hundreds of hours interviewing, listening and soliciting diverse viewpoints, and he did it all in an incredibly short time frame for such a monumental task.”

The CMA’s award in medical ethics is “presented to recognize a CMA member who has demonstrated exemplary leadership, commitment and dedication to the cause of advancing and promoting excellence in the field of medical ethics in Canada,” according to the award’s terms of reference.

“I was overwhelmed by the thought that the society of my colleagues thought this was something they should be doing,” Dr. Silvius says of the nomination from the Alberta Medical Association.

“I was even more astonished to learn I was selected to receive this award.”

He is quick to add, however, that many others also deserve acknowledgement for their contributions in developing Alberta’s medical assistance in dying framework.

“There was a core group of about a dozen people who worked their hearts out on this,” he says. “The credit is not mine alone – by a long shot.”

To find out more about medical assistance in dying, visit www.ahs.ca/MAID. To request information about the Medical Assistance in Dying Care Coordination Service, email MAID. CareTeam@ahs.ca.

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Dear Classified Guys, I work in the Human Resources Department at my local school district. Fortunately for us, three new teacher's aid positions were created in our last budget cycle. However, being a small town, I pretty much know who is going to apply to my classified ad. Not that it's a bad thing, but I'd like the kids to be exposed to others who may bring new experiences. I think this is a great opportunity to get some younger faces on our staff, maybe even a couple of recent grads. I've never advertised regionally before. How should I choose among all the newspapers in my state?

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district is expanding to support your teaching staff. Many teachers don't get the recognition for the hard work they do.

Cash: Especially those teachers that had Carry in their class.

Carry: I know. Just thinking about it brings such fond memories of after school detentions!

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Teachers may get a nice summer vacation policy, but they are typically under appreciated for the work they do. With each state mandating the number of days or hours our children must be in school, many of the kids spend more time with teachers than with their own parents. It's no wonder that teachers become mentors, friends and members of a children's support group. So next time, you meet a teacher, give them an A+ for their efforts.

I work as a teacher's aide for a local parochial school. It never fails that when the teacher sends home the report cards, a few disgruntled parents show up wanting to talk with the teacher.

Sure enough, last Tuesday a parent showed up and asked the teacher how her child could only receive a satisfactory grade when she thought he deserved an “A”.

The mother continued on about how her child never brings home a book or any projects to work on. "He can already read two grade levels higher," she exclaimed.

After several minutes, the teacher finally had enough. She stopped the parent in mid-conversation and replied, "You do realize that this is only pre-school!"

(Thanks to Bethany J.)

Teacher's Pet the town, it can be difficult to solicit new faces. Many younger graduates and even seasoned staff tend to drift toward urban areas for either conveniences or increases in salary.

Carry: Fortunately, you're on the right track by advertising regionally. Since you are unsure of the best markets to place your ad, start by talking with your local newspaper.

Although their distribution may only reach your town, they may suggest other newspapers that could locate the best applicants.

Cash: You can also try targeting your search as well. For instance, if you would like to bring in a recent graduate, locate all the colleges and universities in the area with teach-

ing curriculums. Try advertising through the classified sections in those areas or directly through the college.

Carry: Since your ad is trying to attract applicants to a small town, consider mentioning some of the benefits of working in your community. Your teacher aides will have the chance to personally know the students, faculty and parents as well as experiencing a professional position with a "hometown feel".

Unless your school is offering excellent salaries, it's important to note the additional benefits for the position.

Cash: My favorite benefit was always the summer recess!

We all have our favorites and teachers are no different.

According to a recent survey, mathematics is the most popular subject taught by teachers. It outranked other subjects like Social Studies or English. As for the benefits of the job, 24% surveyed enjoyed the sick leave benefits most, followed by the paid holidays. And unlike corporate positions, casual dress ranked as one of the least appreciated benefits.

More than 40% of teachers surveyed prefer teaching at colleges and Universities.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

OBITUARY

OBITUARY

CARD OF THANKS

KARBASHEWSKI, Peter July 9, 1935 – August 2, 2017 On Wednesday, August 2, 2017, Peter Karbashewski of Willingdon, Alberta passed away at the age of 82 years.

Peter is survived by his loving family his wife of 58 years, Mary; children Debra (Richard Cooper), Darcy (Arlene), Derrick (Angela), Dwayne (Dana) and Kari Mae (Gerald) Morgan; six grandchildren Logan, Tieran, Jennifer (Yuya), Dyson, Daymon and Delayne; one sister Judy (Ron) Rudkowsky; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Peter was predeceased by his parents Metro and Mary Karbashewski; one brother and sister-in-law Bill (Barbara).

A Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Willingdon Recreation Centre.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the Borowich Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Willingdon. Reverend Father Benny Ambrosie officiating with interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the “Elks and Royal Purple Fund For Children” or to “Canadian Red Cross.”

To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800

STREETS, Susan On August 7, 2017 Susan Streets of Edmonton passed away at the age of 53 years. Susan is survived by her special friend, Larry; two children: Dustin and Miranda; three grandchildren, Larson, Maverick, and Chase; her mother, Eva Streets; two sisters, Francine and Jacqueline; two brothers, Brad and Wilfred.

Funeral service Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 4814-50 Street, Vegreville.

Reverend Ken Flanagan officiating with interment in Riverside Cemetery.

Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME

SOKALSKI, Eddie The family of Eddie Sokalski would like to express our heartfelt thanks to staff at St. Joseph’s Hospital for their care and compassion of our Dad before his sudden passing.

Thank you to the friends and family that brightened his days with love and laughter during their visits.

Also our gratitude goes out to Parish members of St. Martins for prayers and support.

We also thank the team at Park Memorial for all of their help and support during this difficult time.

Michael Mudryk October 22, 1932 - August 13, 2000 Time slips by But wonderful memories stay.

Quietly remembered every day Always in our thoughts Forever in our hearts.

Wife Elsie & family

KORPAN In Loving Memory Mrs. Sophie Korpan of Vegreville, Alberta Born – January 20, 1930 Pass Away – Friday, August 12, 2005 Fill not your hearts with pain and sorrow, But remember me in every tomorrow.

Remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles, I’ve only gone to rest a little while.

Although my leaving causes pain and grief, My going has eased my hurt and given me relief.

So dry your eyes and remember me, Not as I am now, but as I used to be.

Because, I will remember you all And look on with a smile.

Understand, in your hearts, I’ve only gone to rest a little while.

As long as I have the love of each of you, I can live my life in the hearts of all of you.

Emil and Duncan

OBITUARY

SKOLSKI, Peter J. July 20, 1928 – August 3, 2017 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Peter J. Skolski of Vegreville, Alberta, formerly of Innisfree at the age of 89 years.

Peter is survived by his wife of 65 years, Anne; three children Terry (Linda) Skolski and their family Cheryl (Marc) and their children Logan and Kayla; Michael (Amy): Patricia (Orest) Yackimec and their family Shane (Raeanne) and their children Paisley and Beckett; Tracey (Dave) and their children Emma and Dylan: Larry (Shauna) Skolski and their family Landon (Brooke) and Katelyn; one sister Mary (Mike) Symborski; sister-in-law Aleta Mazurek; along with numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends. Peter was predeceased by his parents John and Annie Skolski; infant daughter; parents-in-law Joe and Grace Mazurek.

A Celebration of Peter’s Life, Wednesday, August 9, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville, Alberta with Rev. Carolyn Woodall officiating. Interment to follow in the Innisfree Community Cemetery. Donations may be made to the “Charity of One’s Choice.”

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CHUDYK, Michael Frederick June 22, 1937 – August 5, 2017 On Saturday, August 5, 2017, Michael Frederick Chudyk of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 80 years.

Michael is survived by his loving family, his wife of 37 years, Therese; one brother Eugene (Olga) Chudyk and their children Anna, Evelyn (David) and their son Michael; one sister-in-law Irene Chudyk and her children Rodney (Danielle) and Marie (Aaron) along with their daughter Madelien; and numerous relatives and friends. Michael was predeceased by one son Joseph Chudyk; his parents William and Frances Chudyk; two brothers Harry and Victor; two sisters Rosalia and Marie in infancy; one nephew Kelly Chudyk; three brothers-in-law Gilles, Ivan and Marcel Hamel.

A Celebration of Michael’s Life will be held on Saturday, August 12, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville, Alberta with Pastor Wes Stefanec officiating. At Michael’s request, cremation has taken place. Inurnment to follow at a later date in the Riverside Cemetery Columbarium in Vegreville.

Thank you to Dr. Strydom and the nursing staff on second floor of St. Joseph’s General Hospital for their care and attention.

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OLINECK, John July 1, 1926-August 6, 2017 On August 6, 2017 John Olineck of Vegreville passed away at the age of 91 years. John is survived by three daughters and two sons: Vivian Locher, Olga (Larry) Golinowski, Leonard (Cynthia) Olineck, George Olineck, and Dawn (Joe) Rosvick; eleven grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; three sisters, Liz (Gord) Haug, Anne Luhoway, and Lil Hawirko; special friend, Liz; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Predeceased by his wife, Margaret in 2005; parents, Andrew and Frozina; grandson, Matthew Olineck; sonin-law, Alvin Locher; four brothers, Mafty, Andy, Harry, and Baby Geo; and three sisters, Mary, Ruby, and Baby Olga.

Funeral service Monday, August 14, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir, 5146-48 Avenue, Vegreville.

Right Reverend Slawomir Lomaszkiewicz and Reverend Father Benny Ambrosie officiating with interment in Lavoy Cemetery. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to Lavoy Cemetery.

Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME

Today is Earth Overshoot Day. Unfortunately, it’s nothing to celebrate.

As of August 2, 2017, we have officially used up more natural resources than the Earth can replenish for the year. That’s right – every natural resource used from

Ottawa gets an earful on proposed expansion of U.S. border pre-clearance powers. The Prime Minister’s Office received a flood of emails opposing the government’s bill to implement new pre-clearance measures at Canadian airports and

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Grant Miller dunks em’all!

Joe Machney Reporter August 3rd was a warm and sunny day at Grant Miller in Vegreville and the perfect day to get some prominent people from the community wet while raising some money for the Vegreville Food Bank as well.

Starting at 11 in the morning, owner Grant Miller was the first victim of the dunk tank, as both children and adults took turns trying to hit the target to help him cool down. By 11:30 Blair Bauer took the wet seat, followed by Vegreville Mayor Myron Hayduk, Michael Phillips, Fire Chief Phil Rowe, Lynden Mattock, Jason Knight, and by 2:30 pm, Country 106.5 DJ Jamison Brown ended the afternoon event, soaking wet.

“I think it’s good for the businesses in town here to support local service clubs,” Mayor Myron Hayduk said. “This also gets the community involved and I believe that the three dealerships are getting together for their car reward event soon and hopefully they’ll have some kind of fundraiser event for another worthwhile cause.”

“Every year we try to get to together in the summer time to do something that brings us together and gives us a chance to have a good afternoon together,” Brandy Lebid, who helped to organize the event, said.

“We want to support our community and we’re working towards the food bank this year. Last year we did a pie-throwing contest and this year we decided to go with the dunk tank and car wash. The food bank is in desperate need and we felt it was a good idea to help them out. Without Grant’s generosity and having the community rallying behind us, this event would not have been possible.”

Alongside the dunk tank was a hot dog stand set up by the Sich Community Association to raise money for their community hall which raised a total of $427 by the end of the day.

The total amount of money raised from the car wash and the dunk tank was $1150.

Grant: Grant Miller takes the plunge!

Lundell to play Vegreville Country Fair Joe Machney Reporter Born and raised in Lloydminster, Sam Lundell will be playing at the Vegreville Country Fair this year as one of the grandstand performers. Sam began his musical endeavors studying violin at age five and eventually became a student of former Edmonton Symphony Orchestra Concertmaster, Martin Riseley. Since then, Sam has expanded his performing repertoire to include musical theatre, piano, tap dance, vocals and most

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passionately, guitar. Prior to 2013, Sam’s musical highlights included “Sam Lundell and Friends” a musical fund raising concert which raised over $10,000 for Haiti and Ecuador; performing on Saskatchewan’s Telemiracle live broadcast; and probably the most exciting was, when at the age of 13, he had the opportunity to share the stage with Grammy Award winning indierock band Switchfoot and his musical idol, Jon Foreman.

Sam feels at home with music and feels confident in the craft that he has chosen to express himself in the world.

“I’ve been playing music fairly consistently over the past fifteen years,” Sam said. “I did the classical thing competitively for around ten years and then I started with violin and then moved on to the piano. After that, I started doing church music and eventually I found rock music when I heard my brother’s John Mayer CD playing in the green room at my church. So I grabbed my guitar and I haven’t looked back since!”

Feeling blessed, Sam got to see John Mayer in Edmonton in the second row this past April. Other musical influences include Jon Foreman as a lyrist and the band Switchfoot. “These guys moved me over from classical into the rock

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realm,” Sam explained. “I feel I had a huge advantage technical and theorywise, having played violin and piano for the amount of time that I did. I was able to craft that into my own unique rock music expression.”

Understanding the importance of practicing your craft and feeling like he could inspire young musicians, Sam Lundell would spend between 8 to 12 hours per day in the earlier years.

“There is hardly any time that I’m not thinking about music and what I can do

next to further my career,” Sam concluded with some advice. “That is what drives me to do better and to be better at music.”

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RJV Soccer Park breaks ground

Joe Machney Reporter Building of the new Vegreville Minor Soccer Association RJV Soccer Park began in the afternoon of August 3rd.

“There will be lots of activity at the site of the soccer park over the next few months,” Vegreville Minor Soccer Association President Allan Bohrson said. “The contractor is expected to be on site within the next month.”

Roly Dennill and the staff at Dennill’s Agri Center donated their time and equipment for the afternoon, getting the field ready for construction with their Challenger Tractor and Lemken 40 foot High-Speed Disk.

The Soccer Park is located on the South West side of town, West side of Maple Street (60th Street), across from the St. Mary’s Football Field.

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Parent Link Centre goes ‘Under the Sea’ Rosanne Fortier To create interest and help develop the five domains of Early Childhood Development, Parent Link Centre (PLC) has ‘Drop-in Theme Days’. Under the Sea was the theme for the afternoon of August 3 which was complete with activities related to life under the sea. There was tempera painting, a fishing pond with objects from under the sea in it, a red bin with beads, and a matching game where children had to match the fishes, as well as a table with books and visuals of a crab, starfish and shells. The children were also read a story at the end.

Jennifer Maiko, Program Supervisor for PLC said this program is meant to help the cognitive development of children when they participate in the matching game and, the painting and fishing pond develops the children’s fine and gross motor skills

Hamish tries out one of the activities.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

How Albertans can invest in their future – again

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Troy Media There’s a lot of talk these days about diversifying Alberta’s economy. (I’m pretty sure we wouldn’t be having this conversation if oil was at $100 per barrel but that’s not the case.)

It’s time for Albertans to develop the full potential of our greatest natural resource: people. But before we begin to change direction we must purge ourselves of some wrong-headed thinking.

Perhaps the most egregious fallacy that Albertans carry today is the idea that the market is the best instrument to determine our future; that getting out of the way is the best thing governments can do to support the economy.

What has this attitude meant for Albertans?

Over the past four decades, the oil and gas industry has grossed roughly $3.5 trillion of value (and tens of trillions of market capitalization), developing Alberta’s publicly-owned energy resources. Regrettably, the Age of Oil is ending - leaving Albertans broke, with limited options going forward.

It’s time to wake up and write a new future. We could do worse than learn from our past.

In the early 1960s, the Alberta government (under Social Credit Premier Ernest Manning) defied conventional market realities when it launched the Great Canadian Oil Sands (GCOS) project.

Forecasters could see conventional oil and gas wouldn’t last forever in our province, so the government got innovative. Far from leaving our future to the market, it worked with experts in the oil industry to define a workable business solution that would unlock the potential of the oilsands. The result was a publicly-sponsored, privatesector company called Great Canadian Oil Sands.

It was clear that global capital markets (investment banks and other institutional investors) wouldn’t finance an unproven heavy oil venture, so GCOS went directly to the people of

Alberta.

Albertans were invited to invest in their own future.

More than 100,000 Albertans (representing roughly 27 per cent of households at the time) purchased $1,500 debentures ($12,000 in 2017 dollars), taking an equity position in Alberta’s future. That was a lot of money in 1962 - consider that the average house price in Alberta at that time was only $12,500.

Following this successful primary financing, a Canadian subsidiary of U.S.-based Sun Oil Co. entered the picture, investing an additional $250 million to get the project up and running near Fort McMurray.

It was the largest single private investment to that point in Canada’s history. GCOS constructed and operated the first commercial oilsands plant, with production beginning in 1967. Today, Suncor, the successor to GCOS, produces more than half a million barrels of oil a day, almost 23 per cent of Alberta’s total oilsands production.

It was an early example of average Albertans investing in their future and defying conventional logic in order to change a market reality.

And it’s not the only example of Albertans investing in their own future.

The Alberta Energy Co. (AEC) is a classic example.

AEC was incorporated in September 1973. Like GCOS, AEC was a government-sponsored privatesector initiative designed to accomplish economic and political goals.

AEC’s mandate encompassed a variety of roles in the conventional energy industry - and much more. Premier Peter Lougheed felt Albertans should be doing as much of the secondary upgrading and refining of our crude oil as possible, something the market discouraged.

AEC was financed in much the same fashion as GCOS. The province invested $75 million (half the initial capital) and then sold another $75 million in shares to 60,000 Albertans. AEC eventually merged with PanCanadian Energy. The combined companies became EnCana, now a significant player in the industry.

The challenges are different today. It’s not energy development that’s needed, but a diversification of the economy to unleash the technology potential of Alberta and Albertans, and create a more prosperous future.

It’s a big challenge, but as former General Electric CEO Jack Welch used to say, “Control your own destiny or someone else will.”

As Manning and Lougheed discovered, if government gets its role right, Albertans will invest directly and heavily in their future.

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Bachman’s excitement about vEGGFest goes into overdrive Joe Machney Reporter From American Woman to Ain’t Seen Nothing Yet, Randy Bachman will forever be a prominent person in the history of Canadian music and culture. His catchy riffs and fun lyrics have stood the test of time and will continue to so for many upcoming generations, be it people who are aspiring musicians or folk who just enjoy old time rock and roll, the way it ought to be!

Randy was kind enough to do an interview with Vegreville News Advertiser (VNA) before his show at the end of the month what better way to get to know a musical

icon than to have a little chat with him?

VNA: Which famous musicians do you admire or was a positive influence on you?

Why? Randy Bachman (RB): The Survivors who keep on keepin on and keep recording and gigging. The Stones, Neil Young,

McCartney, Stevie Wonder, Clapton, Tony Bennet, Aretha. They are National Treasures. As kids, they had a gift and a dream and have dedicated their life to keeping their dream alive and have made the world a better place thru their music.

VNA: You’ve had a long musical career, what are your fondest musical memories?

RB: As far back as I can remember I’ve been playing music. At 5 years-old I started classical violin and at 14 switched to guitar after seeing Elvis on TV. VNA: In your house?

RB: In my house, music was always playing. My mother was always singing.

VNA: In your town?

RB: Well I grew up in Winnipeg and in the 60s, it was an amazing place with about 100 teenage bands and 100 places to play. Out of that environment came Neil Young, myself, Burton

Cummings, Fred Turner, The Guess Who, BTO and we’re all still going today.

VNA: What advice would you give to beginners who are nervous about playing in front of audiences?

RB: Only look at the front couple of rows. It’s no big deal 30 people-300 people 3000 or 30,000. My biggest crowd was SarsFest -500,000 people. I played to 50 in the front row!

VNA: How often and for how long do you practice?

RB: Several hours every day since age 5. I hit my tipping point of 10,000 hours as a teenager and have hit it again many, many times.

VNA: Can you talk a little bit about one defining moment where you knew you wanted to be a musician?

RB: Age 6 or 7 when I heard my first applause.

VNA: Does your music carry a particular message or is it just for pleasure?

RB: its message is the joy of life, celebrating the moment and putting my feelings and experiences into it. Yes, it’s personal whether I want it to be or not-it is!

VNA: Last question, what are your thoughts on your upcoming vEGGfest performance?

RB: I can’t wait!

VNA: Thanks for your time Randy, and we’ll see you at the show!

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Alberta Health Services ALBERTA HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM has a variety of workshops available in the Vegreville area! Weight Wise, Craving Change, Diabetes the Basics and Better Choices, Better Health. Call 1-877-3146997 for more information and to register. All classes will take place at the Vegreville Community Health Centre (5318-50 Street) Vegreville Food Bank Is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 Maple Street and is open Tuesday & Friday year-round from 10am – noon. Phone 780-632-6002 or email: vegfoodbank93@gmail.com Vegreville Rotary Peace Park Bookings please call Vegreville News Advertiser 780-632-2861.

Girl Guides of Canada SPARKS – Kindergarten & Grade 1 to be determined. BROWNIES – Grades 2 & 3 meet every Wednesday from 6:00-7:30pm GUIDES – Grades 4 to 6 meet Thursday from 6:30-8:00pm PATHFINDERS – Grades 7 to 9 meet every Wednesday from 7:15-8:45pm. All groups meet at St. John Lutheran Church, 4513 Maple Street, Vegreville.

For more information call Pamela 780-6327147 Oil Wives Club of Vegreville. A smile. A handclasp. A world of welcome. Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around or over 60 years.

We are here for any woman whose partner (or she herself) is involved with in any way in the Oil & Gas Industry. We meet once a month to foster friendship. Please call Ellen @ 780-6324922 or Shirley @ 780-632-3283 for more information.

Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare). Please visit the Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare) this summer to see its latest exhibit, “Peter Lipinski: Large and Small Canvases,” along with an ongoing display devoted to Bp. Budka in Canada. The museum is open MondayFriday, 10am-4pm and weekends, July and August, 1-5pm.

Vegreville Regional Museum. Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame.

Open Year Round. May-Sept Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 1-5. Oct-April phone for current hours.

1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www. vegreville.com (780)632-7650 Historical Village and Pioneer Museum at Shandro. Located on Highway 857, midway between highway 45 and 28 north of Willingdon. A proud partner of the Kalyna Country Ecomuseum, this open air museum features 14 major buildings and artifacts from 1900 – 1930. Hours: Canada Day weekend to Labour Day weekend Thursday through Monday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Admission by donation, For more information call (780) 603-1198

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Every Monday 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Join us in the Mundare Drop-In Centre “Walk-Along” fitness program. Literature available to help you with your personal program. Walk at the Drop- in Centre, and also, weather permitting, we will walk in Ukainia Park. Everyone Welcome!!

12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Tuesday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014 – 50 St, Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933. www.therockmc.com TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Weigh-in 4:45pm. Meeting 5:30pm at St. John Lutheran Church, 4513 Maple St., Vegreville. 780-6327433 or 780-658-2670.

Every Wednesday Trapshooting Outdoor Range 7:00pm. Contact Geoff 780-632-1432 341 MUNDARE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up! Wednesday evenings 6:30-9:00pm through the school year. Youth 12-18 years welcome. Call 341 Squadron at 780-764-2341. Visit us at www. cadets.ca or www.aircadetleague.com Friday Prayers: Weekly Jumaat prayer in Two Hills. If interested, please contact Deen 780603-6090 or Waseem 780-603-8443 Friday Prayers: Weekly Jumaat prayer in Vegreville. If interested, please contact Hesham 780-603-6245 / 780-632-2721 or Azeem 780-885-2627 LOAVES & FISHES Lunch starting Friday September 10 – 11:30am-1:00pm every Friday except stat holidays. Good Food. Bring old friends. Make new friends. All are welcome.

4615 Maple St. (60 St.), VPC Church. No charge.

How Disciples live Bible study and workshops.

We meet every Friday night at The Rock 501450 St. at 7pm. Call for info 780-632-2933 or www.therockmc.com Bible Study at 10 am at the Vegreville Seventhday Adventist Church, 5258 – 46 Ave. Everyone Welcome.

12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Saturday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014-50 Street Vegreville, AB. For info call 780-632-2933. www.therockmc.com Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at Elks Hall. Contact HRL Joyce Porayko 780-632-3830 or Secretary Leah Henderson 780-632-6565.

Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club at 7:30 p.m. at Vegreville Regional Museum. Call 780-6327729 or 780-632-3495 Nonviolence Study Group for anyone wanting to learn more about the principals of nonviolence and how to apply them in today’s world.

If you are passionate about making a difference, or just curious to learn more, please join us from 7-8 pm. Call Kim at 780-658-2550 for location details.

Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 meets first Thursday every month except July and August. Meetings are held in the Elks Hall at 7:30 pm. Contact Robert Bennett 780-632-4717.

HEADS UP for AA Meets at Vegreville Hospital every Monday at 8:00 PM 3rd floor.

Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta, Fish & Game Association) Please check website VWF. ca Email: vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com

Effective Immediately. Alanon New Beginning Meeting will be changing day and time from Thursday to Monday from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call 780-275-0054 for location.

“Women’s Book Club” meets first Thursday of each month at 6:30pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library

Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St., Vegreville. For more information contact Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418.

THE RED HAT ROSES, a chapter of the Red Hat Society, an international social group for mature women, meet for fun and friendship at Leonel’s Place at 1:30pm the second Monday of every month. See www.redhatsociety.com

THE CLASSY CANADIANS, a chapter of the Crown Jewels of Canada Society, a national social group for mature women meet for fun friendship and caring at Leonel’s Place the fourth Monday of every month at 1:30pm. See www.crownjewelsofcanada.com

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Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi Purpose Room 8:00 p.m. Wednesday nights.

Kinsmen Club of Vegreville holds meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Kinsmen Golf Course. Call Mike Webb at 780-632-2666 days

VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math and speaking English). Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting. Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program. Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780-6327920 for more information.

THE ALBERTA DRAFT HORSE CLUB meetings every 2nd Saturday of every 2nd month. 780764-2099

Senior Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club. 55+. Call 780-632-2624.

Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July and August. Meetings held in Senior Sunshine Club – 4630 – 49 Street at 7:00 p.m. Call 780632-6323

Vegreville Flying Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Terminal Building

Vegreville Lions Club meets at Sunshine Senior Centre – 4630 - 49 Street. Meeting 7 p.m. 2ND and 4TH Tuesday except July and August.

Royal Canadian Legion Vegreville Branch #39 General Meeting every 3rd Wednesday of September, November, February and June at 7:00pm. All members welcome to attend.

Vegreville Garden Club meets the last Monday every month at the Seniors Sunshine Club, 4630 – 49 St. at 7:00 p.m. President – Dianna Bibkewich 780-632-7193 The New Vegreville Aquarium Club meets every last Monday at 7:00pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library “Writer’s Group” meets last Tuesday of each month at 2:00pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library Legacy 4 Health Indoor Walking Program for Older Adults 10-11am at the Vegreville Centennial Library Gymnasium 4709-50 St, Contact 780-632-2977, 780-632-6437, Carol Lynn Babiuk 780-632-3331 Are you or someone you know living with a Brain Injury? We can help! The Alberta Brain Injury Initiative provides support, coordination and education for brain injury survivors and their families. For more information on our free services call 1-866-645-3900 Tofield AA Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m.

Open meeting every 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893 AWANA - a Christian club for boys and girls age 3 to grade 6. Meets Thursdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Now meeting in the Alliance Church’s new building at 4606-55 Ave.Call 632-2261 for more information UCWLC Meetings to be held every third Thursday of each month at Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7 p.m. in Vegreville.

Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services, community funded agency - Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Out patient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling.

Office Hrs. – Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone 632-6617.

The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a tollfree, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 632- 7070.

The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets every 3nd Wednesday of the month. Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and to get in the community. For more information, please call 632-2848.

VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills. Phone: 632-7920 for interviews.

Everyone is Welcome Prayer House 5729-44A st. Veg. North of St. Joseph Hospital come and share your testimony and hear the gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise. Every Sunday at 10:30 AM. Also I will pray for the sick believing in God for the answer. But God commandeth his Love toward us, in that, while, we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

RO. 5:8 New hope church of God, Edmonton c. for the Nations Int.Veg. Doing God work together for yor good. J. Abelar. Ph. 632-2843 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Robert 780-656-5829 Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn.

Regular meetings, held every last Tuesday off each month (excluding July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room Everyone Welcome.

New to town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomer’s potluck lunch. 121pm. Bring a friend! Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-632-3966 for locations & info.

AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:00 p.m.

PlayNation Poker, Vegreville Legion. Free live poker every first, second & fourth Wednesday evening at the Vegreville Legion. Register at 6:45 pm and cards in the air at 7:00 pm. For more information, contact allang@playnationpoker.com GA HOPE WITH HELP MEETING VEGREVILLE. Meeting held every Wednesday night at the Sunshine Club of Vegreville at 7:30 p.m. in the boardroom 4630 – 49 Street.

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Fourth Five Stop Park Hop 72nd wedding anniversary Nicholas Thiessen rides on this skateboard.(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Inset: Adianna Thiessen matches the cups together. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Kashlon Morris builds a house with foam blocks.

(Rosanne Fortier/ photo)

Rosanne Fortier The gloomy weather didn’t deter children from having a great time while they gained some essential developmental skills at the Fourth Vegreville and District Child Development Coalition and Parent Link Centre Five Stop Park Hop on August 4.

Community organizations also assisted with this event.

This park hop which is a guided park play experience was moved from the Kin Community Park to Vegreville Recreation Centre Arena because of the rain. Since the sign at Kin Community Park Early Childhood Development Domain is Language and Thinking Skills, the arena was packed with stations that focused on this.

There were activities with shapes, letters, and numbers. Stations had objects where children could match words like fit and mitt together, as well as shape blocks that kids could build letters. There was also play-dough that children could make letters and shapes with, alphabet books, a sensory station where kids could write letters with sprinkle candies and an obstacle course.

A snack table was available with alphabet

pretzels; fruit loops letter shape fruit snacks and water.

The Vegreville Minor Soccer Association also joined-in where they taught children soccer’s skills and drills.

This event also offered door prizes of a pool pass, a bag of toys, and a Vegreville Soccer Association hoodie.

There were free giveaway of pencils and bookmarks, sunglasses, safety booklets and activities booklets.

Mike and Isabel Topolinski celebrated their 72nd wedding anniversary on June 25, 2017 at Heritage House in Vegreville. What a momentous occasion!

They are truly an inspiration to family and friends.

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Children create their own cars!

Library Programmer, Carmen Heisler reads a story about popcorn.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Bowyn van der Torre and Cailyn Ferguson sit in their newly created cars.

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Rosanne Fortier Some programs develop the five domains of child development without anyone realizing they are doing this as they have such a great time. The Mini Drive-in Movie at Vegreville Centennial Library on July 31 hosted by Parent Link Centre (PLC) and Vegreville Centennial Library did this and more as it promoted fine motor skills, tactile, imagination, color recognition, creativity and critical thinking. This happened while children, with the help of their par-

Livia and Nolan Foran sit in their newly created cars.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

ents created their own cars out of cardboard boxes, stickers, paper plates, markers, glue, duct tape, recyclables and pipe cleaners.

Library Programmer, Carmen Heisler read a story next about popcorn to the children and then they watched some popcorn pop while they had a chance to collect it off of a clean blanket.

After this, the children made candy necklaces out of anything round and edible which included chips, candies and cereal.

A free light supper was available for parents

(Above) Children pick-up the popped popcorn. (Above Right) A father helps his sons make edible necklaces.

(Below) Children make edible necklaces.

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and children during the entire program.

The short film about Curious George was shown last while the children sat in their newly created cars. Outreach Coordinator for PLC, Tasha Homeniuk said the film was only a small aspect of the program as the fun and learning happened when they created the cars and in the children working together with their parents and friends.

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Bluebird Country at Pysanka Market Rosanne Fortier The sun smiled down on the many shoppers and 15 vendors while live music performances from the Bluebird Country Jamboree played at the Pysanka Market at the Kinsmen/Elks Park on August 3.

The f irst performer, Arnie Price who

is originally from Elk Point and lives in Two Hills, has been performing music since he was four years-old. His favorite part is seeing people happy and enjoying the music he plays.

Arnie was accompanied by Anita Lemko

Arnie Price performs traditional country music. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

House of Chewlz’s vendor, Rachel Thurston with her 13 month-old child on her lap.

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Many shoppers frequented the August 3 Pysanka Market. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

on bass guitar. Anita is originally from Bruce and lives in Vegreville. She has been performing since she was 12 years-old with her family band. She also enjoys watching the people have fun who hear her perform.

Arnie played and sang old traditional country songs with plenty of feeling. The first song he performed was, ‘I Overlooked an Orchard.’

The second performer was Carrie Withers on fiddle. Carrie is from Lavoy and has been performing since she was nine yearsold. Her favorite part of performing is meeting people and playing with Bluebird Country Jamboree.

Carrie was accompanied by Arnie and Anita. The people who attended commented that they really enjoyed hearing how well she played the fiddle and said she

used to play with Midnight Ramblers and can play any type of music.

After this, Jocelan Wagner sang with Evelyn Newchuk.

While listening to the music, people browsed the many vendors. House of Chewlz was one popular table. Vendor, Rachel Thurston came from Mundare to sell chewy bling and other things. “My products are all food-safe with the highest-grade silicone and are for babies that teeth and kids that chew their nails and stuff like that. We also do necklaces for them. It is totally non-toxic and chemical free,” Rachel said.

Food trucks with a great variety of foods for sale are available and a bouncy castle is offered for a small fee for the children.

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Mayor’s Column August 2017 Myron Hayduk Mayor - Town of Vegreville I hope that everyone is having a great summer so far! Our town is bustling this time of year with events like Pysanka Days, the Vegreville Country Fair, VEGGfest, and miscellaneous Canada 150 Events. We hope to see all of you out this summer celebrating our community and having a good time! (And remember; these events are good for our town! Please do support them if you want to see them continue!)

It’s been a while and there is a lot of ground to cover so I’ll get right to it.

First things first!

As would be expected, we get a lot of correspondence from community members whether it be phone calls, emails, or letters. As it is our duty, we try to address all of these concerns as they come in. However lately there has been an increase in anonymous letters.

I encourage EVERYONE to come forward with feedback on any matter; however if you do not address your letter

there is no way of being able to address your issue or allow you to be heard in your queries. Remember we are here to help and serve.

Secondly: Project updates.

To touch on the construction on 75th street across from the Alberta Innovates building; this current development is preparing these properties for sale or lease. We are trying a proof of concept to see if this will make the lots more appealing and improve chances of new business in town.

The old Brosseau Subdivision on the north west side of town; there have been some hurdles in working with developers to gain progress on this area so the Town as decided to develop the first 15 lots independently. These lots will be available for sale by local realtors.

There is some progress happening on the repairs to the sidewalks and resurfacing of pavement on 50th street from the rail road tracks north. There have been some minor setbacks due to weather but it appears the project is mostly on schedule.

Another welcomed sight to the business area near Tower Plumbing and Alta Wide moving east; there are upgrades to that avenue which have been long waited for. The project is scheduled to be completed by the fall.

Another area of feedback has been concerns over the conditions of the back alleys. While there are only so many items that we can address with our current resources I can assure you that this issue is in the queue to be dealt with as we are able. As it has been a wet year, please also keep us aware of any issues that we may not have been made aware of yet.

Thirdly: Concerns about standard of landscaping and grass maintenance.

There have been a number of complaints on these standards on public land.

Last year Council decided to save some

tax dollars by alternating the frequency of grass cutting in town owned properties. I can assure you that the staff has been doing a great job given their guidelines as well don’t forget we are at the mercy of a fairly wet summer.

We are looking into these concerns of the public regarding land appearance.

Lastly, and something that has been top of mind for most: the relocation of the CPC. We have been working hard to reverse this decision and we are grateful for the support we have received so far from our Provincial and Federal representatives. Special thanks goes out to MLA Jessica Littlewood and MP Shannon Stubbs for continuing to work so hard for us.

It appears that the Federal Government still have their heels fairly locked in on this matter; however we have not given up the fight. We still have a few options to explore that are keeping us hopeful on this matter.

I urge you; please do not give up. Keep up with calls, emails, and letters to maintain momentum. All information regarding who to contact can be found on the Town Website vegreville.com or by calling 780-632-2606.

This has been a long one so I’ll wrap up. Remember; Mayor and Council is here to serve you so please do not be afraid of coming forward with concerns, feedback, or praises (we do appreciate that too!) Just remember to address your letters if you are wanting a response on a matter.

Have a great summer!