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The timeless summer tradition of fun for all ages and taste was offered at the Vegreville Deerland Annual Country Fair at Vegreville Agricultural Grounds on August 3rd to 7th. The theme for this year’s fair was ‘Country Town, Big

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser People of all ages flocked to the Midway at the Vegreville Country Fair. The five day affair that was held from Aug. 3-7 was very popular in many respects, but the Midway has a special allure all its own.

Midway with Kaleb preferring the deep fried Oreos and Ben preferring the deep fried mini donuts. The Scrambler was their top choice for rides and said they both make a point to go to the fair together each and every year. Jasper Adejare was hanging out at the Midway with friends Alyssa and

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Shantelle Lange from Lamont said it was her first time to the Vegreville Country Fair and was having a great time with her daughter Paige who was enjoying the rides. Shantelle said her all-time

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Carnival games, amusement rides, and delicious food all made for a memorable and fun-filled time for people of all ages. The Carousel, Ferris Wheel, Tilt-a-Whirl, Dragon Coaster, Super Slide and Zipper were just a few of the rides available to fair goers by Wild Rose Shows. Vegreville residents Kaleb Charette and Ben Mayer were spotted at the bumper cars and they said the snacks are their favourite thing about the

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favourite ride is the Zipper, who she use to ride with her brother when they were younger. Cochrane resident Elora Henry said she was visiting her sister from Vegreville and decided to spend some time with her two children Aubrey, 7, and Hunter, 5, at the Midway. There were many parents and grandparents enjoying the sights and sounds of the Midway and judging by all of the smiles, a great time was had by one and all.

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Mundare Town Council Tackles a Variety of Topics Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Mundare town council dealt with a variety of items at its Aug. 2 regular meeting, some of which included a dog run, digital sign location, stop signs pilot program, tax forgiveness and 50th street sidewalk project to name a few. The first 40 minutes of the meeting included a detailed report from Public Works Foreman Sherri Clark, who began her position seven weeks ago following the departure of Dave MacDonald. Chief Administrative Officer, (CAO) Colin Zyla told the Vegreville News Advertiser McDonald worked for the town for approximately four and a half years and did receive a payout from the town, but would not disclose the amount of the pay out. Clark and her crew of summer students have been busy working in many areas of town with her crew of summer students grass cutting and trimming, a variety of maintenance related items and recent completion of workplace safety training. The Communities in Bloom, (CIB) Committee will be placing new signs at the south end of main street. On Aug. 4 CIB volunteer Bob Gratton was assisting with dry fitting of the new metal signs with welder Travis Best. The signs were fabricated by S & K Metal Art and will be permanently mounted once they have been painted. On Aug. 4 crews were repairing the rail crossing

Crews working on rail crossing Aug. 4. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

on Secondary Highway 855 just north of the Highway 15 intersection. The crossing had been in a state of disrepair for months with many complaints being lodged with the town before action was taken by CN Rail and Alberta Transportation. After months of discussion, council approved the installation of a digital sign that will be located adjacent to the town’s water reservoir on Main Street. Following a three-month pilot project, council approved permanent 4-way stop signs at 50 Street and 53 Avenue. Council debated keeping the two east and west stop signs at the traffic circle on 50 Street and 50 Avenue.

Stop signs at traffic circle on Main Street. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Mayor Cheryl Calinoiu recommended they extend the pilot project at the traffic circle for month. Councillor Irene Talaga opposed the motion saying it had created greater confusion and that there is a lack of understanding as how to use the traffic circle. The motion was passed with Talaga voting against it. Councillor Rick Patrie suggested there should be bylaw enforcement at the traffic circle to reinforce the rules of the road to motorists. Calinoiu recommended the CAO reach out to the bylaw officer in regards to that. Council also agreed to allocate $200,000 for the 50th Street sidewalk project following approval from CN Rail.

The estimated cost is $200,000 and CAO Zyla said the cost of the project would be covered by the Municipal Stimulus Program grant, ($55,491) and the Municipal Sustainability Initiative, ($144,509). Victory Park location Two areas have of proposed dog run. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) been identified for a dog run at Victory Park and Zyla said estimates vary between $17,000 and $23,000 depending on which option council decides on. Coun. Talaga made the motion to cancel taxes in the amount of $3,346 for the property located at 5236-50 Street. The property, former National Hall, owned by Red Autumn Brewing Company qualifies for the tax incentive policy and that 2022 be considered a construction year and taxes be cancelled. There was also a request to have taxes cancelled on the adjacent vacant lot the company owns, but that was denied because it does not qualify for the tax incentive program. Zyla said that under the tax incentive policy it applies during construction and for three years afterwards with 100 percent of the municipal portion of taxes. Signs for the Dr. Bandura Street naming have been ordered and ceremony to possibly take place in September depending on availability of family members.

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I cannot confirm nor deny. Now there’s a phrase I wish I would have known as a youngster. I doubt it would have been very useful, but I think the look on my mom’s face would have been priceless when questioning me about the broken window. Since the illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014, Canada has played a roll in training Ukrainian troops along with allied countries. Recent reports from Global News and the New York Times indicated that Canadian Forces are actively on the ground in Ukraine training Ukrainians. This would be in contrast to the reports that Canada halted training in February on the eve of the Russian invasion that continues to this day. Known as Operation Unifier, Canadian soldiers provided over 33,000 Ukrainian troops with combat training until the program abruptly ended. Last week an announcement by Defence Minister Anita Anand indicated that Canada would commit a contingent of soldiers to conduct training alongside the British Army in the U.K., thus effectively resuming the operation. When pressed about the details, Chief of Defence Staff General Wayne Eyre refused to comment. He pointed out the disinformation coming from Russian media and how that is being weaponized.

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In a similar “search for the truth,” Monday saw testimony before the House of Commons Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics Committee. The focus of the hearing was to discuss the use of “on-device investigation tools” or ODITs by the RCMP. Essentially spyware. This is software, that, when loaded onto a cell phone or computer allows for remote access of microphones, cameras and other data. The stuff you see in crime thrillers in the movies. During the testimony, it was learned that the number of investigations and starting point for the use of these tools was different than previously reported to Parliament. Now before your conspiracy bells start going off, the RCMP are not listening in to your phone calls about that downloaded movie not-yet in theaters or that time you were going 70 in a 60 zone with no seatbelt while talking on your cell phone. First, they don’t do the pirated movies thing, and second, the odds are that eventually they will get you, so spyware is not needed. A committee member indicated that the tools were used in major investigation and provided cases involving terrorism, kidnapping, drug trafficking, and murder as examples. These tools are not used for mass surveillance and were not used during the “Freedom Convoy” protests in Ottawa when the Emergencies Act was invoked. Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino declined to provide details on the software being used despite this being one of the committee’s goals. He stated that there must be a balance between providing security and safety to Canadians while protecting their rights. All of this brings up the question of transparency. Some people as well as powerful lobby groups feel that nothing is off the table when it comes to transparency. They feel it is their right to have access to every detail. The problem with this is that most of the people standing on their soap box screaming for more information is that they basically have no clue. Whether it’s the military or the RCMP, there are good reasons for things to remain secret. As General Wayne Eyre stated, the military is “never going to talk about discreet or sensitive special operations or confirm or deny them.” He went on to explain that doing so could put troops at risk. These organizations do have checks and balances in place and while not perfect, they are effective. Whether it’s the military or the RCMP, there are good reasons for things to remain secret. As General Wayne Eyre stated, the military is “never going to talk about discreet or sensitive special operations or confirm or deny them.” He went on to explain that doing so could put troops at risk. At times, the right answer is… “I cannot confirm nor deny.” If you think otherwise, then polish up your application and apply for a job in the military or policing. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

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Chamber of Commerce Expands its Outreach Efforts Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Tamara Dabels is always interested in connecting with local businesses. Dabels, who serves as Executive Director with the Fort Saskatchewan & Lamont Regional Chamber of Commerce, said they are always looking to expand that support.

Corporations Canada, we are starting to use the new name now. Our district covers Fort Saskatchewan, Lamont County, Gibbons, and Josephburg. All of the municipalities within Lamont County fall within our new district, including but not limited to: Bruderheim, Lamont, Chipman, Mundare, and Andrew.

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One of the ways they have been able to do that is through outreach initiatives. The biggest change perhaps is the name of the Chamber of Commerce that became official just over two months ago. “The membership voted on the name change on June 1st, and while we still need to do the appropriate filing with

launched the #LoyaltoLocal campaign with a specific focus on the Lamont region. Outreach continues through in person visits to local businesses. The Chamber participated with the Town of Lamont in their Celebrating Homegrown Roots Parade on July 9th as well as partnering with the Town of Lamont and Lamont County in the Stand with Ukraine Fundraising breakfast.” She is also looking forward to the 2022 Business Awards that will be held on Oct. 21, 2022. The annual Santa Claus Parade is slated for Nov. 26 with the Christmas Marketplace taking place Nov. 26 and 27. Dabels went on to say that, “In January 2021, we were approached by the Lamont and District Chamber of Commerce about merging with the Fort Saskatchewan & District Chamber of Commerce. Their Board of Directors wanted to ensure that their local business community retained a strong voice with all levels of government and had continued support from a Chamber as they were dissolving the Chamber. The two boards met a number of times to discuss the impact to both membership and ensure, through consultation with both memberships, that this would be supported. In October 2021, our membership voted in favour of the merger. Since that time,

we have been developing relationships with the municipalities and businesses within the region. We have had some great discussion over the last few months with business and one of the items brought up for consideration was a more inclusive name to recognize the geographic impact Lamont County represents to our new district.” Currently, the Chamber of Commerce has 420 members throughout the region.

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90 Years Ago – August 10, 1932

Murray Davidson is sailing from Montreal for Plymouth, England, on 2nd of September and will join H.M.S. Erebus of the Royal Navy at Davenport on the 16th of September. Whitford is losing two of its elevators. The U.G.G. is moving to Leduc and the Pool elevator goes to Saskatchewan. However, Whitford remains on the map. The crops are better than usual this year and Whitford thus retains its good reputation. Barley cutting has commenced. Pleasant weather around Shandro has brought about the working bug to all the farmers. The first binder out was that of Mr. Wm. Zazula humming away in his barley field on July 29th. A few others have started up and before the end of this week most of the binders will be on duty. Wm. Cunningham, Jr. and Chas. Fuller, whose farm buildings and crops bore the brunt of the recent heavy wind and hail storm which swept through their district, have been receiving considerable aid of a material sort both from their neighbor’s and from the townspeople. They wish to thank all who have helped.

75 Years Ago – August 13, 1947

Two people are in the General Hospital here with severe injuries as a result of an auto crash near Royal Park on Wednesday evening. It seems that side-swipe from another car or truck caused all the grief. Gold miner Sam Halit whacked his head hard, on a spur of rack in the old mine shaft at Kalgoorlie, Western Australia the other day. Sam lost his temper, took a swing of his shovel at the offending piece of rock. The blow, the Australian News and Information Bureau reports, uncovered a rich vein of gold ore. Sixteen year old Eddie Schmid leaped fully clothed into a six knot Cowichan river current recently to pull a 9 year old boy from the treacherous waters. Saved was Peter Hastings, who got into difficulty while bathing with several young companions. Schmid was loading a gravel truck some distance away when he heard cries of the drowning boy’s friends. Without waiting to pull off clothing or heavy boots, he dashed into the river. He had a stiff battle to bring the younger boy to shore. Duncan citizens feel Schmid should receive Royal Humane Society recognition for the rescue.

50 Years Ago – July 27, 1972

A submission from the Vegreville Bar Association has been made to the Hon. C.M. Lietch, Attorney General for Alberta to consider the establishment of a resident Magistrate’s office in Vegreville. The submission forwarded by the Secretary of the Association, Virgil Moshansky, points out many of the difficulties being met without the office here. The office in Vegreville has been closed for about two years. A mobile trailer exhibit from the Atomic Energy of Canada research site at Pinawa, Manitoba will be displayed at the Vegreville Fair. Included in the display trailer is a scale model of western Canada’s only nuclear reactor, the Whiteshell Reactor No. 1 (WR-1). This reactor is unique in that it uses a light oil as a coolant and heat transport medium. The Canada Department of Agriculture will have a display of the new beef grades at the Vegreville Fair. There will be demonstrations of meats which will indicate the new grades and talk to meat graders who will be in attendance about the new grading system. Bobby Hull, Super Star of the NHL and now playing coach of the Winnipeg Jets of the fledging World Hockey Association will be in-eligible to play for Canada against Russia this summer.

25 Years Ago – August 5, 1997

The County of Minburn will negotiate with the County of Beaver regarding contracting their special constable for two days per week for a one-month trial period to assist in curtailing overloaded equipment from using county roads. If the results are satisfactory, a more permanent arrangement will be negotiated. The Two Hills swimming pool received $2,800 from Keith Somcher, Treasury Branch manager. The grant is through the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation Quarterly Grant Program. The money paid for easy access steps for the pool allowing seniors, the handicapped and young children and mothers an easier way to enter and leave the pool. Clearing beaver dams in the counties of Two Hills and Minburn has kept Ronny Saskiw busy as a beaver this year. Every year, from April to the end of October, each county blows up about 100 dams. “I consider beavers a pest,” said Saskiw. ”They flood agricultural land and cut off water supplies. They’re damaging property and costing everyone money.” Six local players and a coach struck gold on the indoor volleyball court at the Alberta Summer Games in Lloydminster last weekend. The Zone 7 boys team, coached by Vegreville’s Alex Melnyk, went through the Summer Games competition undefeated.

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What Path Should the Conservatives take? Michael Taube Troy Media Columnist

The Conservative Party of Canada’s leadership race is heading into the home stretch. Once the dust settles after the ballots are counted on Sept. 10, the new leader must focus on defeating Liberal Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and deciding the right path for Conservatives to take. Tasha Kheiriddin, a lawyer, columnist and principal at Navigator Ltd., tackles this difficult subject in The Right Path: How Conservatives Can Unite, Inspire and Take Canada Forward. She’s concerned by the party’s recent political direction, which she perceives as a “new division along class lines … one that cannot readily be repaired by compromise.” The battle between Convoy Conservatives and Club Conservatives, as she depicts them, has led to a “new divide” between people and elites. This has caused tense feelings, frustration, and bitterness and left “political orphans” like Red Tories, Blue Liberals and “Common Sense Canadians” out in the cold. “Unless the factions can stop fighting,” she writes, “there is also the very real risk of the Conservative Party breaking up again, with more centrist Tories leaving the fold to form a new organization – which would potentially guarantee the Liberals free rein, like the election of the Reform Party did in 1993.” Kheiriddin and I have known each for years. Our visions of Canadian conservatism have similarities and differences. With respect to the leadership candidates, she’s a co-chair of Jean Charest’s campaign and I endorsed Pierre Poilievre in the

National Post a couple of days before he joined the race. I’ve always respected her ideas and opinions. My hope is the feeling is mutual – and is maintained after she reads this review. All kidding aside, The Right Path contains several interesting chapters on the Conservatives of former leader Stephen Harper and Trudeau Liberals. Kheiriddin credits Harper with utilizing a “bigtent approach” similar to Sir John A. Macdonald, but noted it “was not based in geography or ethnic origin but in a citizen’s relationship with the state.” She also highlighted Harper’s opposition to moral relativism, evident in his law-and-order policies, tax credits for families and “adversarial relationship with the press.” Trudeau was “in many ways the opposite of Harper. Trudeau was suave where Harper was taciturn. He loved the press while Harper detested them. He spoke of ‘sunny ways’ while Harper evinced a ‘dour, workmanlike character.’” Indeed, the “ethos of Trudeau’s Liberal philosophy” is that “voters could achieve security through government. It represented the opposite of Harper’s vision, that of a citizenry less dependent on the state.” Kheiriddin explores the history of populism in Canada. This includes its Western provincial roots, Preston Manning and the Reform Party, Maxime Bernier’s People’s Party of Canada and even former U.S. president Donald Trump. Populism, in the guise of Convoy conservatism, could be “political poison among the broader electorate” and problematic if the party “pulls in thousands of new members who aren’t actually conservative – or even politically engaged.” There’s also an examination of freedom. Poilievre

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Connect for Food Developing Relationships from the Ground Up Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Connect for Food, (CFF) is an initiative developed with the purpose to identify and create opportunities for people and businesses with interest in the local food economy. One of the ways CFF was able to do that this spring was to host a workshop at the Flat Lake Hall. One of the attendees was Cole Ambrock. Ambrock is an Instructor with the Agricultural Sciences department at Lakeland College. He also farms with his brother Lance and parents Brian and Sharon who have a grain operation in the Beauvallon area. He has a very unique and interesting perspective and recently shared some of his insights into CFF, the agricultural industry, and workCole Ambrock on the family farm near Beauvallon. ing on the family farm with the Vegreville (Michelle Pinon/Photo) News Advertiser. Ambrock said he was “completely shocked and awed” about the CFF initiative, direction and mandate and what they are trying to sumer, so putting that knowledge in their hands and accomplish. “I kind of went in with open eyes and their power. There’s a lot of left and right spectrums open ears and kind of listened. With their initiative making the message, so we have to educate people. they are connecting people within that food wheel, That goes back to Connect for Food.” that’s what they’re calling it.” Ambrock also had high praise for Alberta Open He explained that, “When it comes to this project Farm Days. This year marks the 10th anniversary of and Connect for Food it is preserving agriculture and Alberta Open Farm Days which will be held Aug. 13 getting people to understand what agriculture is, and and 14 throughout the province. where it is going and how do we get there. Alberta Open Farms Days is an incubator for agriIt’s not us versus them. It’s getting everybody tourism and rural sustainability. We bring Albertans together and understanding what it is. I can expand together through educational and experiential agrion this with my doctorate research. As of 2017 only cultural-based initiatives to learn about where your three percent of Canadians had a direct connection food comes from. As well, some of Alberta’s most to the family farm which if we go back two genera- talented chefs and rural communities will be hosting tions ago, my dad’s generation that number was a memorable series of farm to table culinary events substantially higher because people at that point that will be held around the province using Alberta came from the farm or had a direct connection. farm products. Where if you look at 2017 statistics that’s the first According to the organizatime in our history that there’s a disconnect between tion, “Over the last 10 years food and where it comes from and understanding. we’ve seen Open Farm Days So, if we don’t start educating people now we’re grow from 46 farms for our really going to lose it because that three percent will first year in 2012 to 150 in start dwindling lower and lower. 2019. Then there was a global So, initiatives with Connect for Food are huge… pandemic that should’ve put Part of my doctorate thesis we’re looking at is if a hamper on Open Farm agri-tourism can be used as an experiential learning Days, but still, the farms tool decrease misconceptions and misunderstandings. There’s a lot of academic papers and research that I’m reading that shows we can’t fight fake news with social media or advertising. There’s been billions of dollars of advertising that’s been spent over the last two decades and we’re not winning the battle, so we have to find a different area to approach it. And bringing people to the family farm or agri-tourism is a way to do that. We’re trying to educate that con-

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showed up. Seventy farms participated in 2020 and 90 farms in 2021. In 2019, over 40,000 people travelled the province to visit farms in Alberta, and injected an estimated $80,000 into farms and rural regions that weekend alone.” Ambrock added, “I think if we start to open up our own experience to the local community that it will continue to grow. Treat your local environment like you’re a tourist and explore and you’ll be shocked at what you discover and support it.” He also recommends going to local Farmer’s Markets. Ambrock said most people would be surprised at what they could discover at these markets and the home grown products they offer. Ambrock believes education and communication are critical and reaching out to millennials, is especially important. “We need to educate the population. What food is and where it comes from. Next we have to develop our own local food system of value added and have those synergies or collaborative marketing approach where businesses in the community are sharing the byproducts and finished goods to make it work. And the third thing was reducing waste in food.” Being a fourth generation farmer and a futuristic thinker, Ambrock see’s so much potential in the agriculture industry, and through his work both on and off the farm he is doing his best to make it the best it can possible be now and for generations to come.

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County of Minburn Oiled Roads Policy Ignites Debate and Division and appeared before county council as delegations. Some of those ratepayers include: Clinton Ziegler, Cathy Hayduk, Orest Berezan, David Fedoruk, Darlene Krec, Sara Peters and Fred Uskiw. Uskiw said his family has lived on the same property on Township Road 540 since 1943. The road he currently resides is slated for Township Road 540 facing east towards the intersection of Secondary Highway 857. reclamation under the new policy. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) “We have watched as this road was improved over the years and finally its desigits own re-oiling every six years.” He said nation as a high traffic and heavy haul road.” costs are skyrocketing, and gravelling is He pointed out that, “The road was rebuilt through a federal Foot Clinic with Dr. Chaudhry grant because of its designation at no cost to the county. no exception. He noted that most of the Providing services for…… Because of its high traffic volume the county oiled the road due numbers used in his cost analysis were to excessive dust conditions. Township Road is also a major used in the original cost analysis of the Foot pain county’s. As well, “Other numbers reflect through road from Highway 36 to 857 to 855.” Bunions Uskiw contends that the County of Minburn’s Chief realistic data and eliminate exaggerated Ingrown Toenails Administrative Officer, (CAO) “used inflated cost numbers” to numbers.” Diabetic Foot Care convince councillors that oiled roads were to be eliminated Uskiw feels, “The County has no valid Warts because of cost and exaggerated cost savings. reason to do this as we have the equipChronic Pain It should be noted that Uskiw was referring to former CAO ment and know how to keep all high and many other Brent Williams. Current CAO Jason Warawa, was appointed to traffic oiled roads. Oiled roads are cleared Common foot problems! that position on May 26 and said the cost analysis was com- quickly in winter as they are cleared by pleted by his predecessor Brent Williams. truck rather than grader, and become He will be at the St. Joseph's Hospital Warawa had previously told the Vegreville News Advertiser safety corridors in severe winter snow that based on the price of oil today the cost to oil one mile of drifting conditions. Many taxpayers are August 12, 2022 road is $95,000. Generally speaking, Warawa said, “Once 25 upset with this policy as we do not want and miles of roads are reclaimed back to gravel, there would be our county going backwards. This is not September 9, 2022 annual savings of approximately $2.3 million for the oil that what we expect our councillors to be Call the hospital to book an appointment. would no longer need to be applied once every 10 years. As doing to us.” these roads will be reclaimed over several years, the annual County of Minburn Div. 7 Councillor savings described will be incrementally realized.” Kevin Bentley, who represents the area, Uskiw said, “There is no cost savings said he’s received a number of complaints by turning these roads back to gravel.” from ratepayers in Division 7 with the According to Uskiw’s cost analysis, a County’s decision this spring to reclaim mile of oiled road would cost $7,968.79 oiled roads Township Road 532, (Park annually versus a graveled mile of road Grove Road) and Township Road 540, that would cost $9,140.40 annually. (West of Secondary Highway 857) and OF ADVERTISING OF ADVERTISING PACKAGES PACKAGES He also pointed out that, “Township have these roads eventually turned back Road 540 (West) saves the county at least to gravel. #1 - $15.00 - includes address, date & time on map for 1 week; 6 posters 11"x17" $1,000 per mile per year, ($6,000 for six #2 - $25.00 - includes 1X2" block ad (classifieds) for 1 week; 6 posters; address, date, time on map Bentley said, “These concerns are not #3 - $7.95 - includes Classified Upcoming 10 words or less; (NO ADDRESS ON MAP OR POSTERS) miles.) Additionally, “Each mile pays for only raised by the people who reside next to these roads, but a large group that frequently use them. These oiled surfaced roads have been in place for many years. At the July 18, 2022 council meeting Permanent, Seasonal & Coun. Bentley made two separate motions Vegreville Event Placements Available to amend the Oiled Road Policy to include Yard Saturday, August 13 Township Road 532, (Park Grove Road) 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Our local technicians monitor each Signs and Township Road 540, (West of 857) in and every machine to ensure Sunday, August 14 the County’s oiled road inventory. Even 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Free use maximum uptime for your location. though both motions were defeated, disFridge, Stove, Household Items with deposit Ornaments & Antiques cussions will continue, said Coun. Bentley.

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser While oiled roads have long been discussed by councillors and ratepayers in the County of Minburn, it wasn’t until this spring when a change in policy was made by elected officials the debate resurfaced once again. The policy, OP 9002-01 was adopted by council on March 21, 2022. The purpose of the policy is, “To provide direction on the County’s long-term oiled road plan and how oiled roads not identified in inventory are returned to gravel.” Since that time several irate ratepayers have written letters

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New Chapter in Holden’s History set to Begin Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A new chapter is set to begin in the history of the Village of Holden with the upcoming opening of the Holden Rural Academy. The Grade 7-12 public school will be housed in the former school that was operated by the Battle River School Division. Holden Rural Academy Society Chair Karla Janzen said enrolment currently sits at 54 students and they can accommodate 20 more students. There is no registration fee or deadline to register and no tuition fees at the Charter School. The first day of classes will be held on Sept. 6. The school will operate on a four-day week schedule, with classes from Monday to Thursday. Currently, the transportation plan is being developed and the busing boundary and fees for students from further away have not yet been confirmed. Janzen said they will be running three buses, covering Beaver County from Lindbrook to Bruce. Both the school’s superintendent and principal have been hired. Wesley Oginski will serve as Superintendent and Brian Dewar will serve as Principal. According to his biographical information, Oginski has extensive experience as an educator in Alberta with both large and rural school authorities. He began his teaching career in Dunstable, Alberta

which has taken him to northern and southern parts of the province where he worked as a teacher, principal, curriculum manager, supervisor, director and associate superintendent. “Most recently, he has been seconded to Alberta Education from Northland School Division as a consultant in Teacher and Leadership Certification…His philosophy is that the school needs to work together with students and families to develop an education plan that has clear expectations for academic achievement, and helps students develop career goals.” Principal Brian Dewar began his teaching career as a student teacher in McGill University as curling teacher in the physical education department. From there he moved on to the Northland School Division where he taught special education and then moving into the position as Principal at Lubicon Lake where he stayed for nine years. He has also worked with the Aspen View School Division at its Outreach School. Additionally, Dewar set up an adult based education and work placement program at the Woodland Cree First Nation. His last position was in an administrative capacity with Northland School Division which he held for three years. Holden Rural Academy received approval from Alberta’s Education Minister on July 12, 2022. Janzen admits it’s been a “long and arduous” process for

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Have Your Say on Policing in Alberta Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

We have heard from Albertans that they want more details about the potential benefits of a provincial police service. As all levels of governments across the country review their policing models, Albertans need to have all the information available to ensure the future of policing in the province meets their needs. The new futureofABpolicing.ca website provides the public with information about the opportunities a new provincial police service could bring, including improved civilian oversight, more front-line police officers and better service levels across the province. While no decisions have been made on proceeding with an Alberta police service, the government is doing the

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due diligence it promised by going directly to Albertans to talk about this public safety topic. Our government recognizes the importance of improving access to in-school mental health supports for students. That is why our government is providing $87 million in new funding over three years to improve access to mental health and pediatric rehabilitation supports for children and youth. $42 million of this funding will go to expanding access to mental health supports for children and youth in schools. The other $45 million will help increase access and improve the quality of pediatric rehabilitation services and programs such as speechlanguage, occupational and physical therapy. These supports will be offered by Alberta Health Services across the province

in collaboration with early identification efforts in schools. The Covid-19 vaccine is now available for children between six months and five years of age. The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is the first to be authorized in Canada for use in children under five years of age. The availability of the Moderna vaccination now provides parents and guardians with an option to protect younger children against COVID-19. AHS will administer all of the doses for this age group, as the scope of practice for pharmacists for administering immunization is five years of age and older.

Smoky Lake RCMP Locate Missing Edmonton Man Alberta RCMP Submitted Smoky Lake County, Alta. – On June 29, 2022 at 9:40 a.m., Smoky Lake RCMP were dispatched to a complaint of possible found human remains at the Smoky Lake gravel pits off Township Road 610 and Range Road 181 in Smoky Lake County. On July 5, 2022, following an autopsy, the human remains were positively identified as 56-year-old Meharena Ghebreyesus of Edmonton. RCMP would

like to update the circumstances surrounding the death are believed to be non-criminal. Final autopsy results are still pending. Ghebreyesus had been reported missing to the Edmonton Police Service on October 29, 2021 by a family member who stated they last saw him on October 3, 2021. Smoky Lake RCMP send their condolences to all affected by this tragedy.

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Three Hat Circus Delights Audience performed at the Vegreville Country Fair Thursday evening to the delight of young audience members. Their brand of wacky tricks and amusing antics had the audience eating out of the palm of their hands. Parents and grandparents couldn’t help but smile as the performers took their special brand of ridiculousness to a whole new level.

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Three Hat Circus, featuring all-star circus duo Joey Vedres and Noah Weigel

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Circus performers Joey Vedres, (red vest) and Noah Weigel performing their act on Aug. 4. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

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Chuckwagon and Chariot Races Thrill Fans at Deerland Vegreville Country Fair Dubuc currently stands atop the leader board in the chariots according to the Alberta Professional Chuckwagon and Chariot Association’s (APCCA) standings. He currently is in second place in the APPCA Chuckwagon standings. While most of the drivers are from Alberta, Cartier said there were three wagons from Manitoba and five wagons from Saskatchewan that competed in the event. Neil Salmond from Weekes, Saskatchewan was crowned the winner Action at the race track Sunday afternoon. in the Chuckwagon racing. Michelle Pinon (Michelle Pinon/Photo) News Advertiser Overall, “Everything went good all the way Fans were treated to five full around,” said Cartier. Many remarked on the great days of chuckwagon and chariot racing at the Xtreme Equipment condition of the track during the event, and Cartier credits John Vegreville-Kubota track during the Deerland Country Fair that Litun and Roger Petruk for all their hard work in that regard. was held Aug. 3-7. Going accident and injury free throughout the duration of the Chuckwagon driver and head organizer event was great and Cartier said he is Shane Cartier said there was a good bunch thankful to the Vegreville Fire Department of carts and wagons, fast heats and tight and Vegreville Veterinary Clinic for being races as well as great crowds throughout on hand and ready to lend their services at the entire event. In fact, Cartier said the a moment’s notice if need be. crowd on Saturday evening was, “The bigOn Friday, Aug. 5 Outrider Jerry Wnuk, gest we’ve seen in many, many years.” (aka Nooker) and Dino were honoured Vegreville Driver Dwayne Dubuc took with a memorial tribute by the APCCA. home the championship in the chariot races. Wnuk passed away in the fall of 2021.

Alberta RCMP Officer Involved Shooting in Smoky Lake Alberta RCMP Submitted Saddle Lake Cree Nation, Alta. – On Aug. 8, 2022, at 7:27 a.m., St. Paul RCMP were making efforts to apprehend two individuals who were suspects in several ongoing police investigations. The two suspects were believed to be on Saddle Lake Cree Nation. St. Paul RCMP located the two suspects in the area of Saddle Lake Cree Nation and an interaction occurred, ultimately leading

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to a confrontation between police and the suspects that resulted in officers discharging their service weapons in the Smoky Lake area. One suspect is deceased and the second suspect has been transported to hospital in critical condition. No RCMP officers have reported physical injuries as a result of this incident. A substantial number of resources were deployed to a large geographical area to provide supports and manage risk to the public throughout this investigation. St. Paul RCMP continue their original investigations. The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has taken over carriage of the investigation into the circumstances of the officer involved shooting. The Alberta RCMP believes in processes that seek the facts and it’s important that processes taken to assess the actions of all those involved, including the police, are fair, transparent, and defendable. This is why, as soon as we became aware of this incident, we immediately notified the Director of Law Enforcement and initiated our internal review process. Independent of ASIRT’s investigation, the Alberta RCMP’s internal review process has been implemented to gather a full account of what took place during this incident. RCMP training, policy, police response, and the duty status of the members involved will be subject to review. The Alberta RCMP is, of course, fully cooperating with ASIRT and will not be commenting further on this incident.

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Auntie’s Fun Centre’s Grand Opening Celebration

anything like this centre has to offer. “We have mini-golf, laser tag and laser tag tournaments, as well as, escape rooms. In the future, we plan to offer more activities when we open up more of the building. Also, we have a kids’ program where if you drop off your little tikes, we can watch them for five hours. They can play games and do other activities. We offer this so parents can have a break,” Courts explained.

Some of the staff at the centre in no particular order: Chesley, their children’s day drop-in organizer and supervisor, Erica, their little runner who assists everyone when needed, Ashley, their escape room guide, Hailey, front house manager, Darian, maintenance, Aarron, maintenance and mechanical supervisor. Missing from photo is Madison, their sanitation specialist, Kason, their maintenance and sanitation worker. (Bobbie Starling/Submitted Photo)

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Auntie’s Fun Centre is a new business in Vegreville which is located West of Vegreville Composite High School. On July 30, a Grand Opening Celebration was held where free refreshments and beverages were offered, as well as, prizes

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Marcel's Small Engines of Bellis is closing the doors because of owners' health on August 30. All equipment not picked up and paid for will be sold where is as is. If you have dropped oﬀ equipment to be ﬁxed, please come and pick it up before it is sold. A listing of items for sale will be in the 2nd paper of September.

were available to be won. The webpage describes the centre as fun, family entertainment. Bobbie Starling is the owner of Auntie’s Fun Centre and Ryan Courts is the Manager. Courts said they wanted to open this centre because there was nothing in town for families and kids to do

Village of Innisfree

2021 Tax Sale Public Auction Notice is hereby given that, under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, the Village of Innisfree will oﬀer for sale, by public auction, in the Village Oﬃce, 5116 – 50 Ave., Innisfree, Alberta on August 25, 2022 at 5:00 PM, the following lands: LINC Number 0015651599 0014926604 0013126040 0016261489 / 0016261497 0018368266 / 0018368274

Legal Description 8776S; 16; 6 4175R; 9; 10-11 3340HW; 19; 1 6127HW; 20; 5-6 4175R; 6; 4-6

Title Number 102361885 982397025 132083725 182306452 / 182306452 +1 192155373 / 95F125

1. These parcels are being oﬀered for sale by auction, subject to a reserve bid and to certain registrations shown on the existing certiﬁcate of title as described in section 423(1) of the Municipal Government Act. 2.

These parcels are being oﬀered for sale on an "as is, where is" basis, and the Village of Innisfree makes no representation and gives no warranty whatsoever as to the adequacy of services, soil conditions, land use districting, building and development conditions, absence or presence of environmental contamination, or the developability of the parcel for any intended use by the successful bidder. No bid will be accepted where the bidder attempts to attach conditions precedent to the sale of any parcel. No Terms or Conditions of Sale will be considered other than those speciﬁed by the Village of Innisfree.

The parcels listed above shall be subject to the tax sale if the total outstanding property tax arrears remain outstanding prior to the tax sale. Successful bidders shall be required to execute a Sale Agreement in a form and substance acceptable to the Village of Innisfree.

4. 5.

A non-refundable deposit equal to 10% of the purchase price, by bank draft or by lawyer's trust cheque shall be due on the sale date, with the balance of the purchase price due on closing.

Purchasers are responsible for obtaining vacant possession.

If no oﬀer is received for a parcel, or if the reserve bid is not met, the parcel will not be sold at the public auction. The Village of Innisfree may, after the public auction, become the owner of any parcel of land not sold at the public auction.

All sales are subject to current taxes.

GST shall apply on parcels sold at the public auction.

10. Redemption may be aﬀected by payment of all arrears of taxes and costs at any time prior to the date of the sale. Parcels may be deleted from this sale as the tax arrears and costs are paid.

Dated this 21st day of June, 2022 Brooke Magosse, Chief Administrative Oﬃcer

Town of Two Hills NOTICE OF CHANGE TO TAX PENALTY Town of Two Hills herby gives notice that Council resolved to extend the tax penalty deadline to September 30th, 2022. A 12% penalty will be applied on October 1st, 2022, to all outstanding current taxes if not paid by the September 30th due date.

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Conservative Path - CONTINUED from PAGE 6 and others promote this as a means of uniting Conservatives. The author feels the “populist cry of ‘freedom’ is anything but moderate or conservative,” especially when it comes to COVID-19 restrictions and vaccines. “Freedom is a central tenet of conservatism,” Kheiriddin writes, “but it is traditionally counterbalanced with responsibility.” What’s Kheiriddin’s solution to keeping the Conservative family united? One chapter suggests reviving “the party that founded the country: the Liberal-Conservative Party.” The party that Macdonald led was a “synergy of classical liberalism with conservative thought, in the mould of the former federal Progressive Conservative Party.” This entity would be “neither statist nor populist,” “straddle the centre-right and appeal to the Common Sense Canadian voter,” and “provide a home for disaffected Blue Liberals and Red Tories.” Kheiriddin also believes it would “counter populism not by rejecting ‘elites’ but by creating a culture of opportunity” and appeal to Canadians from coast to coast to coast. I’m afraid I have to disagree with parts of Kheiriddin’s analysis. I don’t find the Convoy Conservative versus Club Conservative thesis to be an accurate assessment of today’s party and movement. Debates between fiscal and social conservatives, Red Tories and Blue Tories, conservatives and libertarians, and so forth still exist but can be dealt with rationally and intelligently. I’m not nearly as concerned about populism and firmly believe it can be successfully incorporated into modern conservatism. I don’t support her cheerleading of Charest or rejection of Poilievre. And I don’t have the slightest interest in supporting anything akin to the old federal PCs. Nevertheless, I recommended reading The Right Path. It’s well-written and succinctly researched. There are many intriguing opinions and plenty of food for thought. While some readers will reject her positions, they should still be open-minded and read her analysis to make their own informed decisions. There’s always been plenty of room in the Conservative tent for intellectual discourse, free expression and disparate opinions. This will hopefully help the party find the right path to electoral success after this tense leadership race has finally concluded. Michael Taube, a Troy Media syndicated columnist and Washington Times contributor, was a speechwriter for former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. He holds a master’s degree in comparative politics from the London School of Economics.

New Chapter - CONTINUED from PAGE 9 very appreciative of the financial commitment of Beaver County, Village of Holden and Claystone Waste which provided $37,000 in grants for the school. “The grants were generous, highly appreciated and will greatly contribute to enriching the Academy’s programs.” The Academy offers place-based education. That means learning will take place in both the classroom and in the community. Core courses will be taught in the morning and students will be able to choose from a variety of projects, many of them off-campus in the afternoon for an eight-week period. Some of the projects will include: sports, fine arts, automotive and HD mechanics, workshop and construction, culinary skills, apprenticeship and green certificate programs as well as a number of online courses to accommodate a wide

Principal Brian Dewar. (Holden Rural Academy/Submitted Photo)

variety of interests. Future plans include the development of an all-school project that would incorporate trades, technology, engineering, marketing, research and innovation. For example, students would develop a business plan and work through complex decisions similar to what a small business owner would make, taking ownership of the business from idea to the sale of a physical product. Students will cultivate authentic problem-solving skills, while achieving curricular outcomes in a non-traditional setting. Examples from other schools include small-scale manufacturing, a student-led farm, greenhouse production and design with digital fabrication. A community barbecue with tours of the school has been scheduled for August 11.

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Country Music Fans Treated to Electrifying Performances

Gord Bamford. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Country music fans were treated to electrifying performances by both headliner Gord Bamford and Travis Dolter who opened Friday night’s concert at the Wally Fedun Arena in Vegreville. Travis Hicks said he always enjoys coming back to his hometown to attend the Vegreville Fair and was “so pumped” that Bamford was going to be performing in concert. Hicks said he especially loves Bamford’s older songs and has been a fan since he was young. Hicks summed up his comments by saying that, “He, (Bamford) is everything that’s right in country music.” Another country music fan who was beside himself with excitement was David Rubuliak from Fort Saskatchewan who was the highest bidder in the first of two auctions held for a personally autographed Gord Bamford guitar. Although Rubuliak isn’t a musician, he said he’s “always been into his music” and started bidding on the guitar to keep the bidding going, but never intending to purchase it. He was thrilled, however, to be the top bidder and said he will find a spot to display his special treasure. Melissa Loades of Mannville was delighted to be

at the concert along with her niece from Fort McMurray. They were happy to receive Travis Dolter’s autograph and glad to be able to hear Bamford perform as well. Vegreville resident Gail Huijsink caught the sailor’s cap that Dolter threw out in the crowd and was equally excited to have it autographed by the up-and-coming country music sensation. Dolter had never done an arena show, let alone opened for one of Canada’s most popular country music stars. Dolter said the experience was one of his biggest moments and credits Don Harfield for pushing to have him open for Bamford. Admittedly, Dolter said it was the first show he’d ever been nervous, but it didn’t show as fans embraced his enthusiasm, energy and talent on the big stage. They enjoy Dolter’s original songs ‘Hell If I Know and Lake Day.’ He also sang a number in Ukrainian and did a bang-up job with ‘The Auctioneer’s Song.’ Dolter recently graduated with a Kinesiology degree from Augustana University and will soon be beginning his studies at Ambrose University in Calgary. Dolter said he earned a soccer scholarship and will be earning a degree in education during his time there. ‘Every Song…A Story’ is his slogan and the talented singer-songwriter has earned many accolades as well as placing in the top three in the 2018 Global Country Star Search and winning NACMAI International Male Vocalist. Growing up on a farm near Hay Lakes and performing in his family’s dance band provided a wonderful foundation on which to build his talents and with his positive attitude and dedication to his craft will continue to propel him on his musical journey to what appears to be much greater success in the future. Dolter couldn’t say enough about Bamford and the opportunity to open for him. Bamford loves small towns and is always giving back to communities through various philanthropic endeavours. The grassroots are where he likes to stay and perform. Gord’s wife Kendra was selling merchandise with their two daughters Paisley and Memphis and said he’s a small-town boy who loves to give back to community-based organizations and benefit the lives of people in those communities. “He loves grassroots,” added Kendra. Judging by the enthusiastic response by hundreds of fans, right back at you.

Travis Dolter and his band opened for Gord Bamford. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

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Tributes MEMORIAM

In loving memory of Dad & Grampa OLINECK, John July 1, 1926 - August 6, 2017 There’s a special kind of feeling When we think about you, Dad It’s a pleasure to remember All the happy times we’ve had There’s a special kind of caring That is meant for you alone There’s a place somewhere Within our hearts That only you can own Missing you always, Forever loved and deeply missed but always remembered by Len, George, Dawn and families

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Lutzak, George In loving memory of our Dear Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great Grandfather. No one knows how much we miss you No one knows the bitter pain We have suffered since we lost you, Life has never been the same. In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweetly, tender, fond and true; There is not a day, Dear Father, That we do not think of you. Lovingly remembered and greatly missed by Eleanor & Family

FEDORYSHEN, Sadie 1925 - 2022 On Thursday, August 4th, 2022 Sadie Fedoryshen of Vegreville, Alberta formerly of Viking peacefully passed away in her sleep at the age of 96. Baba Sadie loved her large and extended family along with her many friends. She enjoyed cooking, baking, gardening and crafts over the years. In her retirement Baba developed a strong and enduring passion for quilting which she never lost. She was so grateful each day for the kind and compassionate care shown her. Sadie is survived by her four loving daughters Deanna (Harry) Humeniuk, Darlynne (Don) Bokenfohr, Ethel (David) Samoil, Fay (Timothy E.) Dake; seven grandchildren; Lana Lowe, Kim (Craig) Nykyforuk, Trent (Kayley) Samoil, Tracy Samoil-Hladunewich, Dean Fowler, Hillary Dake, Tynell (Caitlin) Dake; ten great-grandchildren Bryce (Marley) Lowe, Tanya Lowe (Rob), Scott Nykyforuk, Brynn Nykyforuk, Parker Samoil, Chynna (Rhys) Fingas, Spencer Samoil, Kaden Hladunewich, Anna Paige Hladunewich and Kayla Fowler; along with brothers Mike Ewashko, Steve (Olga) Ewashko, Tony (Linda) Ewashko; sister Nelsie (Peter) Kotowich and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Predeceased by her husband Paul and her parents Paul & Katherine (nee Hayduk) Ewashko; three brothers Andrew, Bill, John and Pete Ewashko; and two sisters and brother’s in-law Mary (Harry)Boratynec, Annie (Harry)Motowylo; sister-in-law Josephine Ewashko; niece Lorraine Olynyk; nephews Jimmy Kotowich, Emil (Judy) Motowylo and Edward (Gezilia) Motowylo. A Private Funeral Service will be held at the Vegreville United Church with Reverend Pamela Milton officiating. Interment to follow at the Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Covenant Health c/o St. Joseph’s General Hospital – Vegreville”, to the “Vegreville United Church” or a Charity of One’s Choice. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. Vegreville, 780-603-5800

ELKOW, Elsie April 23, 1944 – August 5, 2022 On August 5, 2022, Elsie Elkow of Two Hills, Alberta passed away at the age of 78 years, after a long battle with cancer. She will be lovingly remembered by her son Douglas (Christal); grandson Jordan (Katarina); great grandson Bohdi; sister Emily (John) Lypka; sister-in-law Josie Proskiw. Elsie was predeceased by her husband Bill; parents Jacob and Annie Kostelny; sisters Vera Kostelny and Mary (Adam) Samoil; brothers Mike Kostelny and John (Marion) Kostelny; and niece Judy Lypka. A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, August 11, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Two Hills, Alberta with Rev. Fr. Peter Haugen officiating. Interment to follow in church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to “Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Two Hills c/o Box 87, Two Hills, AB., T0B 4K0” The family wishes to thank the staff and Dr. Van Wyk from the Two Hills Health Care Center for their compassionate care given to Elsie. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. Vegreville, 780-603-5800

Photo Color - saved as Kereliuk, Virginia.jpg Virginia Kereliuk 1935 - 2018 Although another year has passed, memories and thoughts of you are always with us. Forever in our hearts and minds. Lovingly missed by Steve, Randy, Crystal, Dena, Cindy, Kayla, Colin, Colten, Jeanott, Hayley, Kevin, Dan & Luke.

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SENIUK, Edna (nee PASAY) October 1, 1942 - August 13, 2018 Four years have passed since that sad day When one we loved was called away. We only have your memory To remember your whole life through. But the memories will linger forever As we treasure the image of you. Four years have come and gone since your passing. Gone but not forgotten Gone but forever here. No longer living in this world but always and ever near. In our hearts always. Lovingly and fondly remembered. SENIUK & PASAY families.

Margaret F Bean 1950-2022 Margaret died in Brooks, Alberta on July 31 following a lengthy period of ill health. She was predeceased by her parents, Dr David M Bean and Frances L Powell, RN, and is survived by her brothers David (Monica Mannerström) in West Vancouver, BC and John (Sandra Eddy), and numerous nieces and nephews. Margaret was born in Toronto and grew up in Kitchener, Ontario. She obtained a BA degree from McGill University in Montreal and then studied speech therapy in London, England. Upon her return to Canada she joined Alberta Health Services in Drumheller. To improve her skills Margaret took leave to obtain a Masters degree in speech language pathology from Minot State University in North Dakota and then joined the Community Health Centre in Vegreville, AB where she assisted people with their speech problems until her retirement. Margaret enjoyed travelling, writing, drawing, and helping children as a primary school volunteer. She was fond of all creatures, particularly her dogs, and had many beloved friends across Canada and abroad.

RUZYCKI, JOHN RICHARD January 5, 1950 - July 21, 2022 John Richard Ruzycki of Lamont, Alberta passed away on Thursday, July 21, 2022 at the age of 72 years after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Sadie; children Tammy (Morris Plowman) of Lamont, son Peter (Teresa Campbell) of Beaumont, and son Billie (Elisha Menard) of Tofield, and 9 grandchildren, Alyssa, Ethan, Brendan, Breanna, Jennifer, Sheldon, Brayden, Brody, Bentley, his siblings Patricia (Lawrence Hryniw), Joan Luchkow, Barry (Noreen Werbiski) Ruzycki as well as Sadie’s (Bendera) family and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. John was predeceased by his parents Peter and Cassie Ruzycki and brother-in-law Edward. John was born at Mundare, schooled at Mundare he worked at varies jobs, when he received his Class 1 Drivers License he became a long haul Trucker of vegetables and goods from southern California to Alberta for over Thirty years John also worked in the oil patch, however in January to March he would work on the winter ice road to bring yearly supplies from Yellowknife to Divaik and Lupin communities, in total 50 lakes were crossed, one lake took 7 hours to cross at a speed of maximum 5 mph. John also worked locally with Conrad and Trevor Schinkinger Trucking. We will all miss John’s sense of humor, generosity, kindness and his love of stories. There was no one else like him. His family wishes to express its gratitude to the wonderful staff at Lamont Health Care Center for the care of John in his great time of need and donations to Lamont Health Care Centre or to one’s choice will be appreciated. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

EWASKIW, Anne I would like to thank the many family, friends and neighbors for the expressions of sympathy and kindness during the loss of my Mother and for all the food, cards and flowers brought to the house. Thank you Father John and the cantor for officiating the wonderful service and the UCWL for the lunch and the delicious meal they prepared for us. To Edwin Muzechka, thank you for the heartwarming eulogy you gave as tribute to my mother. A special thanks to the Vegreville Health and Home Care unit for all their care while my mother was still at home and to Dr. Jallad and all the nursing staff at the Tofield Hospital for the personal care they gave my mother. A very special thank you to Gordon and Patricia of the Autumn Rose Funeral Home for the professional support and advice. Marshall

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Roads in Lamont County Renamed to Recognize Original Settlers Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Ukrainian culture is as strong as ever in Lamont County. The significance of that culture and its unique place in local history reached a new milestone with the renaming of three stretches of road in the Star area of Lamont County recently. A special ceremony and dinner was held on July 15 near Star where a stone memorial and plow recognizing the four original emigrant families, (Pullishy, Myhailo, Feniak and Pylypow) is located. It is also in close proximity to the Greek Orthodox Church. Approximately 50 people were in attendance for the event, including Lorraine Pullishy-Aas, who spearheaded efforts to have the roads renamed. Back on June 29 Pullishy-Aas went

and recitation of the Lord’s Prayer; all recognizing the significance of Ukrainian culture and history within the region. Steps are now in place to add the historic naming and signage to these roads – pertaining to preservation of historic events and acknowledging the first Ukrainian settlers in Canada on Sept. 7, 1891. Fitting, as Lamont County is commemorating the 130th anniversary of Ukrainian settlement in Canada. “To me, the roots of our family and Ukrainian culture are very important to maintain,” said Pullishy-Aas. “These early pioneers were the first of thousands from across Ukraine who came to Canada and played a large part in building our community.” Many of the original settlers, who were among the first migrants to set up homesteads in Canada, still have family resid-

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Evan Genung Unofficial Winner of Andrew By-election Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Only one vote separated Evan Genung and Angela Diedrich in the Andrew byelection that was held on Aug. 8. According to Returning Officer Mike Klita, Genung received 30 votes and Angela Diedrich received 29 votes. Klita said those results are unofficial until Aug. 10 at 4 pm. Genung said he was pleased with the outcome and hopeful that it will become official. Genung did say he was, “Somewhat surprised by the low voter turnout, but it is the middle of summer. Thanks to those who took the time to cast a vote.” He added that he is looking forward to the future.”

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