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DECember 1, 2021
Vegreville Graduate Receives $1,000 Apprenticeship Scholarship Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Melissa Rutherford was one of 15 students from Elk Island Public Schools to receive a $1,000 scholarship to go towards further education in the trades. Rutherford, who was born and raised in Vegreville, became a parts technician through the Registered Apprenticeship Program, (RAP) and has moved to Athabasca to begin her new career at Deerland Equipment. On November 4, CAREERS: The Next Generation, on behalf of Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training (AIT), hosted the virtual High School Apprenticeship Scholarship Celebration acknowledging the hard work of students throughout Alberta, and announced the winners of $1,000 scholarships that will help them take their careers to the next step upon graduation. “The RAP and CTS pathways develop skills that students can apply in their daily lives when preparing for entry into the workplace and beyond,” says Barclay Spady, EIPS Consultant, Career Pathways.
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Scholarship recipient Melissa Rutherford. (Melissa Rutherford/Submitted Photo)
“Essential competencies achieved allow students to make relevant connections with work and post-secondary training. Receiving
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scholarships and recognition will enable them to continue to access the skills and training they need to follow their aspirations to become skilled trades professionals.” EIPS has a variety of programs to help students explore potential careers. Students get a chance to examine numerous career pathways and possibilities in Grades 7-12, which develop their knowledge, skills, attitudes and values as they choose to enter post-secondary institutions or go directly into the workforce. Initially, Melissa was interested in becoming a flight attendant, but was concerned about the safety aspect and responsibility of that type of position. She admits her family was a “big determiner” in her final decision to become a parts technician. Her dad is an auto mechanic and her older brother recently became a certified heavy duty mechanic. Melissa said she knew she didn’t want to be a mechanic, but did enjoy dealing with customers and farm equipment, and that’s how she chose her profession. What Melissa enjoys most is the problem solving aspect of her work. She feels good to be able to help pinpoint a problem and get what parts customers need to get back up and running again. Melissa plans to continue her education and take some online courses in the coming year.
Holden Christmas Market Ushers in Festive Season
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The holiday season is upon us and folks are beginning All Ages Welcome to embrace its festive spirit. One of the ways people were getting into the holiday magic was by attending the Holden Christmas Market on Nov. 20, perusing the handmade and homemade items that were available for sale at the community hall. There were more than 20 vendors and many unique items for sale. Everything from pickled eggs to baking to barnwood art to needlepoint grain elevators to wild rags were available to shoppers. One of the vendors was Judy Appleby, who took up needle point during the COVID-19 induced COMMUNITY SERVICES period of isolation. Appleby had a Vegreville & District Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) If you are interested please stop by and ll out an application at 5110-50 Street, Vegreville.
Bethany Wipf beside her display. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
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F amily R esour ce Ne tw ork (FRN ) Pr ogr am F acilit a t or The Vegreville & District Family & Community Support Services Department of the Town of Vegreville has an opening for a Family Resource Network Program Facilitator posi on. This individual will be responsible for the development, administra on, and maintenance of programs for childhood development 0-18 years, caregiver educa on, family support, informa on and referral, and developmental screening for the Family Resource Network . Qualifica ons: ● Cer ficate or diploma in Early Childhood Development, Child and Youth Care, Social Work, or an equivalent combina on of educa on and experience. ● Experience in program planning and facilita on considered an asset. ● Have a Class 5 Alberta Driver’s Licence, valid insurance, and reliable vehicle for travel. ● The successful candidate will be required to pass both a Criminal Record Check and Child Interven on Record Check Wages commensurate with educa on, experience, and qualifica ons For a detailed job descrip on and to apply, please visit the Town of Vegreville website employment page h ps://www.vegreville.com/p/employment Submit resume and cover le er to the a en on of: Natasha Homeniuk, Family Resource Network Hub Coordinator Hub Loca on: 5106-48 Ave Vegreville, AB Mail to: Box 640, Vegreville, AB, T9C 1R7 E-Mail: vegplc@telus.net Closing Date: December 10, 2021 Thank you to all who apply. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Health Care Aides
Requisition #: Multiple Openings Available Job Type: Regular & Temporary Part Time Location: Vegreville, Alberta Salary Range: $19.92–$24.21 per hour
Want to make a meaningful difference in your community? We’re seeking Health Care Aides (HCAs)—Nursing Attendants at the Vegreville Care Centre. You’ll be responsible for providing personal assistance, supporting activities of daily living, and providing comfort and support services to patients. Anyone is welcome to apply, AHS will help guide you through the process of getting certified as a Health Care Aide.
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For more information, or to apply, please visit careers.ahs.ca and search using the keywords ‘Health Care Aide,’ the location ‘Vegreville.’
