Vegreville News Advertiser - December 15, 2014

VOL. 67 NO. 49

T H E PA P E R T H AT ’ S G O I N G P L AC E S !

MONDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2014

The reindeer crash in Vegreville

Children dash to purchase the items the reindeer brought in the middle of the night to Vegreville Centennial Library.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier Santa’s reindeers were spotted sneaking out from his workshop! So, hundreds of children seized the opportunity to purchase the gifts the reindeers brought for their parents at Vegreville Centennial Library on December 6.

To keep the day merry and bright, Perogies and Jam, Fiddlin’ Kiddlins, Barter Family, Debbie Fedoruk Singers a nd Veg re v i l le ’s Preschool children

played an array of musical performances for which the audience

issued an appreciative applause after each.

Many members of the

community including ParentLink, FCSS, CA LS, Veg rev i l le

Preschool and Flaman Rentals assisted the reindeers to host the 3rd annual Reindeer Lane. VALID supplied the chocolate and cookies and FCSS, Vegreville and Area Family Day Home Prog r a m , Vegreville Library and many volunteers deserve a big round of applause for being the angels in disguise as elves that made this event possible.

Heritage House Christmas Tea See page 5 for story

Co-op shoppers walk away winners See page 12 for story

Buhler bids farewell to Polutranko after 53 years See page 22 for story

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Wellness Day engages citizens in their autumn years Rosanne Fortier Everyone wants to lead a full, happy and healthy life; the second annual Living Well in the Autumn Years- Vegreville Seniors’ Health and Wellness Day on November 5 at Vegreville’s Sunshine Club Centre had

many presenters who steered the way to have this type of life. There were 112 citizens who attended this event and for 2015, it is advised to register early because attendance was full before the day happened.

“Our purpose of hosting

this information fair is to inform seniors of all the means and resources that are available that will help them with their health and wellness.” Nick Chrapko, President of Sunshine Club said. “We host this event in an entertaining way to keep people

A crowd of 112 engage in the second annual Health and Wellness Day at Vegreville’s Sunshine Club on November 5. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

interested in it. Also, it’s meant to give them a chance to socialize and make new friends.”

“The percentage of seniors over the next few decades will increase and by 2036, it is projected that 23.7% of Canadians will be 65 years-of-age.”

Mary Jane Tkachyk, Regional Advisor for Policy Development said.

“I will inform you about taking action against elder abuse which is about addressing and preventing elder abuse in Alberta.

Surviving elder abuse “Elder abuse if a serious social and public health issue; it undermines seniors’ independence, their dignity and sense of security. Also, it damages lives and destroys relationships in the process.”

Tkachyk explained. “But abuse is different than conflict which is seen as a natural part of life.

“Canadian research estimates that anywhere between four and eight percent of older adults in Canada are likely to experience one or more forms of abuse in their lifetime.

Elder abuse often doesn’t get reported or detected because approximately 25% of crimes to seniors are committed by a family member and fear, love for abuser, lack of understanding or impairment can prevent someone from revealing this abuse.”

Tkachyk said. “Abuser can also include friends, neighbors, paid care providers, landlords and staff, or any individual in a position of power, trust or authority.”

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Letter to the editor Kalyna Country Primary Care Network (KCPCN) in Vegreville - New program announced, old one phased out

of a multidisciplinary team of health care professionals. The increased physician involvement is also a key feature of this expanded program.

I want to clarify misconceptions about the new Diabetic Wellness program that we are launching January 5th which evolved from the former Chronic Disease Program. As with any changes, it helps to explain the rational and some of the details.

Recent patients of the Chronic Disease Management program have been sent letters outlining the changes. All patients are being referred back to their family physician who will assess them, then refer them to the Diabetic Wellness program and/or other services available to help them to manage their health.

No one will be left without services, as we continue to have a comprehensive team of professionals, as well as access to many other services to refer patients to.

In response to changes in staffing and increasing revenues due to more physicians coming to the community, we conducted an extensive review of our Chronic Disease Management program this year. The review showed that what would serve our patients best was an expanded physician lead program for diabetics, as they make up the majority of our chronic disease patients. The new program has been set up to ensure that we are following the Canadian Diabetes guidelines, with the support

To find out about services the KCPCN is offering in Vegreville or if you have questions, call (780)6034455, or go to: http:// Kalynapcn.ca.

Sincerely, Brian Match Executive Director Kalyna Country Primary Care Network

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Heritage House’s Christmas tea shines the season in Poloy k o, B et t y Brimacombe, Santa’s Elves, Evelyn Carter, Jim Sangster, Clarence and Teri Johnson, Pat and Wolf Buehler, Stelmaschuk family, Sylver and Olga Lakusta, Heritage House’s Management and other citizens and residents.

“We hold this Christmas

Heritage House’s annual Christmas tea on December 5 really showed the colors of Christmas with the strawberry and lemon cakes, decorations and fellowship. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier Heritage House’s Christmas Tea reflected all the colors of the season.

Strawberry and lemon

cake, decorations and fellowship laced the dining hall on December 5 as family and friends gathered there.

This event offered door prizes and 50/50 draws.

The prizes were donated

by Peggy and Dennis Routhier, Ed and Ann

tea for friends and families to kick off the Christmas season. We are grateful that we had such a wonderful turn-out and we want to thank everyone who attended, helped out, donated items and supported us.” Kathy Sawchuk, recreation aide said.

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Vegreville Elks Lodge Community Donations

Oct 5, 2014, Elks Leading Knight Bro. Paul Bosse presented a cheque for $500 to Marielle Brodziak from the Vegreville Christmas Bureau to help in their annual fundraising campaign.

Oct 5, 2014, Elks Leading Knight Bro. Paul Bosse presented a cheque for $250 to Steve Kuchik from the Vegreville Elks Park to assist in maintaining the park.

Oct 5, 2014, Elks Leading Knight Bro. Paul Bosse presented a cheque for $500 to Cecile Homeniuk from the Vegreville Food Bank to assist in continuing the program in Vegreville.

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Knowing your duty and doing it Dear Editor, Many people don’t realize how wide a swath Stephen Harper is cutting on the world stage.

“At a time when there is all too little bold and principled leadership among Western leaders… Stephen Harper, the prime minister of Canada, stands out,” said a member of the U.S. Council on Foreign Relations.

When Vladimir Putin turned up at the G20 Summit in Australia right after deploying Russian warships off Australia’s coast to sabre rattle at the world’s free nations, Harper wasn’t cowed. He said to Putin, “I’ll shake your hand but I only have one thing to say to you.

You need to get out of Ukraine.”

Harper has demonstrated to Canadians and to the world that he knows his duty as a national and international leader, and has the courage to do it.

This month, members of Stephen Harper’s federal Conservative Party in the new riding of Lakeland will also have an opportunity that involves duty and courage. They’ll be select-

ing a candidate for the next federal election.

The duty these Conservative party members have is to carefully scrutinize each candidate.

This can be difficult for some people because it is not easy to put a person you might know and like under intense public scrutiny, but it is necessary.

And it is their duty.

Individuals who put forward their name to represent the Conservative Party, and to represent the nation, are not just asking for a job. They’re asking for more than a job.

They’re asking to be the boss.

Every employer scrutinizes job applicants. But if the applicant wants to run the company and be telling all the other employees what to do, and how to do it, that requires a far more

detailed and in depth level of scrutiny—experience, proven performance, education, know how, and past achievements all matter. And the process of engaging in scrutiny has nothing to do with being mean.

Stephen Harper is not being mean when he points to Justin Trudeau’s lack of experience and befuddlement as a leader. Harper is instead recognizing that as a leader, he has a duty to publicly challenge Trudeau’s statements and allegations.

Harper knows it is his responsibility to draw peoples’ attention to the facts. If he were to stand idly by smiling, bobbing his head up and down as Trudeau speaks nonsense about Alberta having too much influence, and saying that Quebec produces

better Prime Ministers, how would that benefit the country or demonstrate courage?

It’s the same thing at the constituency level. To point out that one candidate in a riding has little or no experience as a leader is not an act of meanness or retribution.

Facts are facts, and facts can be stubborn things.

The duty of Conservative Party members in Lakeland and in other constituencies around the province is not to avoid sharp contrasts or challenging statements that compare candidates. Our duty is to recognize how important it is for these contrasts to be made, and subsequent to that, for each party member to have the courage to sift through that information and select the candidate who is best

News Advertiser Page 7 equipped for the job. That is the person Stephen Harper wants, and that we as a constituency need.

If a candidate at the constituency level can’t stand up to justifiable questioning about inexperience or past statements without accusing others of being mean, mad, or grumpy, how will such a person ever stand up to what’s waiting in Ottawa,

or God-forbid, to the Vladimir Putins of the world.

Sincerely, Danny Hozack Hozack, who is from the Streamstown area, has been a long-time member of the Conservative Party of Canada and board member of the Federal Conservative Party’s VegrevilleWainwright Constituency Association.

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Vegreville RCMP Increase Check Stops for Holiday Season Vegreville RCMP Submitted As the holiday season approaches and the party invitations begin to roll in, Vegreville RCMP would like to remind drivers of the importance of planning safe

rides home from the festivities.

“Impaired driving, and the tragedies that accompany it, are completely preventable,” says Sgt. Jeremie Landry, Detachment Commander of the Vegreville RCMP.

“There are many alternatives to impaired driving, including taxis, public transit and having a designated driver. Drivers who choose to drive impaired face not only the possibility of killing themselves, their friends or someone else – they also face very serious legal, financial and social consequences.”

As well as testing drivers for impairment by alcohol, Vegreville RCMP also use certified Drug Recognition Experts who are trained to identify and charge drivers impaired by street drugs, prescription drugs, or a combination of intoxicating substances. “Driving while impaired by drugs and refusing to comply with a demand for physical sobriety tests or to provide bodily fluid samples is a criminal offence,” Landry says. “The legal consequences are the same as for drivers who are impaired by alcohol.”

RCMP conduct random

check stops throughout the year, but during the holiday season those efforts become even more focused: as well as setting up check stops, RCMP actively patrol for impaired driving and other violations on every shift, using marked and unmarked police vehicles.

The RCMP’s work to keep Vegreville and area streets safe is also aided by numerous concerned citizens.

“The police receive numerous calls each week from Vegreville and area citizens reporting suspected impaired drivers,” says Landry. “If you drive impaired, you’re going to get caught – people in Vegreville and area are making the clear statement that they will no longer tolerate this dangerous behaviour in our community.”

Provincial penalties for driving after you have consumed alcohol or drugs: - If you have a Graduated Drivers Licence (GDL), you are not to consume ANY alcohol before driving; if a roadside test shows 1 mg or more of alcohol in your body, you will immediately lose your licence for 1 month, face a $230 ticket and have the vehicle you are driving seized for a minimum of 7 days, regardless of whether you, your parents or someone else is the registered owner.

- If a roadside test is completed while you’re behind the wheel and your reading is between 50 mg and 80 mg of alcohol in your body, you will immediately lose your licence for a minimum of 72 hrs and have the vehicle you are driving seized for a minimum of 3 days.

- If you are charged with Impaired Driving or Driving While Over .08, you will immediately lose your license until the court proceeding is completed.

Keep in mind, the conclusion of court proceedings can take several months. As well, the vehicle you are driving will be seized for a minimum of 3 days.

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Residential break and enter in Mannville Vermilion RCMP Submitted On December 6, 2014 at approximately 4:00 p.m. the Vermilion RCMP responded to a report of a break and enter in progress in the village of Mannville.

The resident of the home remained undetected by the intruder and alerted a family member via text that an unknown male had broken into the house, and to call the police. As the intruder was attempting to

steal a TV, the resident yelled out which scared him off. The suspect in this break and enter may have been carrying a rifle.

The suspect is described as a Caucasian male wearing a balaclava to conceal

his face.

Vermilion RCMP are looking for the Public’s assistance in solving this break and enter and are asking anyone who may have information regarding this occurrence to

contact the Vermilion RCMP at 780-853-4441.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or by internet at www.tipsubmit.com. You

do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers, and if you provide information to Crime Stoppers that leads to an arrest(s), you may be eligible for a cash reward.

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the health or well-being of any senior, it can be financial, emotional, physical, and sexual or neglect.

Seniors of any gender, race, ethnicity, income or education can become a victim. Common signs of elder abuse include confusion, depression or anxiety, unexplained injuries, changes in hygiene, seeming fearful around certain people, and fear or worry when talking about money.

Albertans have access to legal tools and other mechanisms that help protect seniors against abuse

and fraud. If you are in immediate danger, leave the situation and call 9-11. If not, confide in someone you trust and never, ever blame yourself because it is not your fault! Some resources if you are looking for help are local police, your area’s FCSS office, local health authority, community seniors’ centre, your area’s women’s shelter; police based victim services unit and the family violence information line at 1-800-310-1818.

“Seniors can make a difference by learning more about elder abuse and sharing your knowledge

The Health and Wellness Day had plenty of displays. (left to right) Jacqueline Doran, Seniors Outreach Nurse from Alberta Seniors Mental Health Services and Monica de Bruyn Kops from Vegreville’s Aquatic and Fitness Centre were the hosts with this Alberta Health Services’ Display and Information Booth. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

because elder abuse is not something that’s staying behind the door anymore, it’s everyone’s business and as seniors, you make important contributions to Alberta’s society in your various roles as parents, grandparents, leaders and volunteers and you deserve to be treated with dignity.”

Tkachyk added.

A Welcome intermission Then Marlene Podoborozny stood in place of Welcome Wagon representative Shirley Preuss to show off the Welcome Wagon basket.

“Welcome Wagon has been around in Canada since the 1930’s and it was inspired by the pioneers who settled in this country to make the settlers feel

welcome. Today, Welcome Wagon will come into a house of someone who moved to Vegreville or just had a baby and they will give them this basket that has pamphlets, gifts and coupons to help make the newcomers settle in the community. You can contact Shirley Preuss if you know someone to give a basket to or you want to assist Shirley with distributing the baskets.”

Podoborozny said.

The day continued with a presentation by Lisa Topilko, Volunteer Services Coordinator. “I am over here to sell you a product that can change lives. It’s powerful, personally tailored to your lifestyle and it’s almost perfect in anyway. This product can help your

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mind, body, heart and your soul. This product can get you socially connected, especially all of those of you who are single, it can help you get connected with a special someone. This product can cause emotionally satisfaction. The product I

am selling today is volunteering and yes, it works!”

Topilko said.

“Volunteers don’t get paid with money but they are paid in many other ways.

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Co-op shoppers walking away winners

Lyle Zukiwsky presents Janet Jackson with a TV for the October draw. (Photos Submitted)

Co-op General Manager Glen McLay and Food Manager Lyle Zukiwsky present a Gift Card for $1000.00 to Cecile Homeniuk of the Vegreville Food Bank matching the donations that were received instore from the members of the Vegreville Co-op

Co-op Food Manager Lyle Zukiwsky presents a Playstation 4 to Henriette Oullette, the lucky winner of the November member draw.

Boost Your Immune System Naturally This Season Liona Manuel Naturopathic Doctor ‘Tis the season for cold and f lu.

Millions of Canadians are affected by the cold and flu every year during the flu season, which generally runs from November to April. Our immune system keeps us healthy and prevents infection from happening.

However, sometimes it can weaken and problems can occur, leading to illness and infection. In order to boost our immune system to help fight off harmful invaders, it is important to enhance and support these areas of our bodies.

Here are some simple and effective ways to boost your immune system:

Eat immune boosting foods – Have a variety of whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, berries, wholes grains and beans as these foods are rich in phytonutrients (nutrients from plants) for the immune system. Medicinal mushrooms like reishi, shitake, and maitake contain betaglucans (complex carbohydrates) that enhance the immune system against infection and even cancer.

Garlic has the active ingredient allicin, which fights infection and bacteria. As about 70% of your body’s immune cells are found in the digestive tract, foods that support the gut are vital for immune health.

Fermented foods are espe-

cially beneficial as they provide probiotics (good bacteria) and enzymes to help maintain gut health.

Examples include kefir, kombucha, sauerkraut, miso and kimchi.

Maintain a healthy internal environment – An acidic environment in the body will cause your immune system to work less efficiently. Try drinking water with some lemon juice in the morning or throughout the day and eat your green vegetables.

Practice proper hygiene – Proper hand washing is the single most important measure for the prevention of infection.

Keep your body moving – Moderate-intensity exercise relaxes the body and enhances the immune system. These include brisk walking, dancing, gardening, housework, and walking your dog for at least 20

minutes every day. It is also important to keep your lymphatic system moving as one of its main job is to help fight infection. Try dry skin brushing your entire body once a day before you shower to help increase circulation and stimulate the lymphatic system.

Be happy – Studies have shown that chronic or longterm stress can depress the immune system.

It is important to find a way to manage stress whether it be socializing with friends, professional counseling, meditation, or having a sense of humour.

Vitamin, Mineral and Herbs for support – Nutraceuticals (or nutritional supplements) are a great way to correct deficiencies, achieve therapeutic dosages for optimal health, and to provide extra support for your body when needed (especially when it is diffi-

cult to achieve through diet alone). Some important supplements include:** -Vitamin D – 5000 IU/day -Vitamin C – 1000 – 2000 mg/day or up to bowel tolerance (feel the urge to go to the bathroom) -Omega-3 fatty acids – 3000 mg/day for inf lammation and autoimmune conditions -Zinc – 50 mg/day -Astragalus – 1000 mg or more/day. Best for chronic immune support.

-Echinacea – 1000 mg/day.

Best taken short-term and avoid if allergic to the ragweed plant family.

-1 clove of garlic daily. **Please consult with your healthcare provider for proper usage and dosing.

Boosting your immune system naturally is simple.

Start with a nutritious diet, keep active, be happy and you will be on your way!

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VCHS volleyball has stellar season VCHS Submitted Vegreville Composite High Schools Jr. A Girls Volleyball team had an extremely successful season.

The team played a total of five tournaments; three of which they took home gold, and the remaining two falling short in close semi-final matches, to capture bronze in the finals. The coaches, and schools’ athletic director opted to play in Elk Island Public Schools large school division, playing

teams out of Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, and Ardrossan, though by population they qualified for the small school division.

Within the large school division the Jr. A Girls placed second overall during regular season play.

The girls lost a very close semifinal match 15-17 in the fifth set against Sherwood Heights, but grew from that loss. On Friday, November 21 VCHS Jr. A Girls played Strathcona

Christian Academy for the bronze medal, and won the best of five match in three sets.

The Jr. B girls took silver in the EIPS tournament in September and finished with a gold medal in EIPS league play.

The Jr. B boys had an excellent volleyball season as well, with a “never give up” attitude that helped the boys finish first in league play and earning them a silver in the EIPS league finals.

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Veg Floor Curling teams earning the hardware

On Oct 17 we were lucky enough to take the 3rd prize in Redwater, then on November 12th in Veg we managed to get 1st prize. There were 16 teams in all. Nick Labatiuk – skip, Nellie Labatiuk – third, John Gared – second, Rose Rosa – lead. We enjoyed the lunch and socializing at both games, which were Alberta Floor Curling Association league games. (Nick Labatiuk)

At the floor curling bonspiel at SEERS in Edmonton on October 11th, first prize went to a Vegreville team from the Sunshine Senior Club. Pictured are (starting from second left) John Garred – skip, Virginia Kereliuk – third, Gordon Koshelek – second, Rose Rosa – Lead. (G Koshelek)

At the floor curling bonspiel held in Ardrossan on October 29th, third prize went to a Vegreville team from the Sunshine Senior Club.

(Left to right) Sylvia Luscombe – lead, Elsie Odynski – second, John Garred – third, Gordon Koshelek – skip. (G Koshelek)

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Parents get down pat baby food’s lesson Re: Ebola

Rosanne Fortier Several mothers with their winsome babies attended the Infant Feeding: Making Baby Food presentation hosted

by Parent Link and facilitated by Delone Abercrombie, AHS Public Health Registered Dietitian at Vegreville Centennial Library on November 19.

This presentation was set in motion when S hol a y n S u it e r, Vegreville’s Public Health Nurse, weighed the infants while she answered questions about babies’ health and appropriate weights for the babies’ ages.

Going forward, Abercrombie explained that a person should usually introduce solid foods to their baby at six-months but the baby is ready when they can sit up and hold their head up and are interested in what others are eating. “It’s not advisable before this age because a babies’ digestive system is not fully developed when they are born and if protein goes through before this time, it can cause allergies.

“Even after you intro-

duce solid foods, the major source of nutrition is still from formula or breast milk because that is what has the rich, nutrient-dense food for the baby. So, we encourage mothers to breast-feed until the age of two.”

Abercrombie explained.

“Breast-milk has amazing things in it that you cannot get from food or formula, antibodies that help to heal and develop the gut.”

“If you are concerned about an allergic reaction from the solid food, you should look for a rash or hives, difficulty breathing and swallowing, stomach pains, poor growth, throwing up and watery or swollen eyes. If this happens, you must go to your doctor to find out what’s going on. ” Abercrombie went on to say. “Ways to test for allergies are slowly introduce the food by putting it on the baby’s face or just giving a bit at a time.”

“It’s advisable to make your own baby food because you know what’s in it and can control the amount of salt, sugar, and starch and can save money

Raeanne weighs her three-month-old son,Beckett before the Infant Feeding: making baby food presentation at Vegreville Centennial Library on November 19. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Baby Beckett finds his mother, Raeanne interesting as Raeanne learns about making baby food at the Infant Feeding presentation on November 19. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

also. Then homemade food doesn’t have additives in it, it’s fresher and has more nutrients.”

Abercrombie mentioned.

Then Abercrombie said that parents can introduce any food first but it’s advisable to start with an iron-rich food.

Abercrombie demonstrated how to make baby food and she noted that from six to seven months, it should be strained, pureed, and smooth and mashed. From eight to nine months, it should be grated, minced, and lumpy or cut up. From 10 to 12 months, it should be soft foods, finely chopped, foods that soften or dissolve in the mouth. A parent can use a blender, food mill, food processor, fork, or potato masher.

With vegetables and fruits, use fresh, frozen, or canned unsweetened fruits or unsalted vegetables Remove skin, pits, seeds, cook frozen or fresh vegetables before blending, maximize those nutrients by cooking in small amounts of water,

cooking until just tender, leave foods in larger pieces where possible while cooking and try sweet potato, squash, carrots, peas, peeled apples, bananas, pears and peaches.

With meat and alternatives, choose lean meats, stew, broil, boil or roast meat; avoid frying, cut into small pieces to decrease blending time, try cooked or dried peas, beans and lentils, and don’t use processed meats.

Abercrombie noted that it’s good to use water when cooking meat because it creates broth which adds an interesting f lavor to the meat.

The mothers tasted a sample of the store-bought meat and fruits and vegetables and they said that the homemade one was definitely better tasting with a preferred texture because the canned baby food tasted grainy.

Then everyone went home with recipes and the knowledge needed to make their own baby food.

Dear Editor, That article should not have been published without some editorial comments. It is nothing but fear-mongering based on nothing but Al Thomas’ “creative” and malicious imagination.

Take just one example.

It is well-established scientific facts that (1) ebola is NOT transmitted by handshakes and (2) without the symptoms NO infection can occur. Yet, Al Thomas’ only argument for spreading the lies is simply, quote “Maybe I am exaggerating, BUT maybe I am not”. What kind of stupid argument is this? Which

one is the right one? Tell us, please! It cannot be both, can it? AND furthermore, it is not a matter of exaggeration. It is about right or wrong, and Al Thomas, you were wrong on the facts!

I believe in free speech, and hence the right of Al Thomas to write anything. But I also think that the Editor bears some responsibility in not spreading public paranoia!

Albert Liem

Newspapers start conversations - one way or another. Looks like we’ve got one on our hands now. - MS

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Rent includes water, heat and energized parking. Rent starts from $695; SD starts from $500. For more info and viewing call 780-6323102 or 780-632-6878 Mundare-Large one and 2 bedroom, adult living, NO PETS, 2 bdrm $850, 1 bdrm $750. Phone 780-914-2771 Vegreville – 2 bedroom, 1 bath, basement suite, clean, spacious, modern décor, ample parking, free laundry. Rent includes heat and water. Separate entrance. $690/mo + dd. 1-780-904-0393

Family farm operation looking to purchase or rent grain land. Ph: 780-632-4228 Farmland for sale. Rural life style/ hobby farm, ¼ section SW of Vegreville. Excellent yard and buildings. Will subdivide. Reduced.

Property listed: Swan City Realty 1-780-385-0631

FEED Highland Feeders is purchasing feed barley. Please call the office at 780-768-2466.

Hay For Sale. Phone 780-632-4151 6’ Hard Core Wheat Straw Bales 3 to 4 Year Old Aged. For Details call 780632-4943 or 780-603-1825

AUTOMOBILES FOOD Honey for sale. 10 pounds $25.

Phone: 780-632-4077

HEALTH & 2000 Windstar. Ex. engine & transmission. Body damage. For parts $750. 780-922-5999 2004 Montana. Fully loaded, clean inside, 130,000kms. $4250. 780922-5999.

FITNESS VIAGRA 100MG AND Cialis 20MG! 50 Pills $99.00 FREE Shipping!

100% guaranteed. CALL NOW! 1866-312-6061

Dusty Rose Cattle Company – Willingdon, AB. Rural location, permanent full time/on call, $11.86 per hour, all weather conditions, good with dogs, driver’s license and abstract and vehicle required. dustyrosecattleco@gmail.com or fax 780-336-4080 Dozer operator on an as required basis. Phone 780-632-0049 Full Time Seasonal Greenhouse Labourers – Job includes flowers, planting and picking, planter assembly, watering plants, garbage cleanup, etc. Some heavy lifting req’d.

Must be hard working. Mon-Sat 7am-5pm. O/T Req’d. Starting wage $10.33. Mundare location. Please send resume by email HR@darvonda.com Please reference “greenhouse labour” in the subject to be considered.

Caretaker for 50+ unit building in Vegreville. Experience is not necessary and training will be provided.

Qualified candidate is expected to move into the building. Most suitable for retired single or couple. Fax resume and application to: 780488-8814 or email: rental. alberta@gmail.com

HOMES FOR RENT 3bdrm Mobile Home w/porch. 780632-1551 Advertise your rental property here for as little as $7.95 per week!

Vegreville – 1 to 4 Bdrm homes, 2 to 4 appliances, N/S, N/P, References.

PH: 780-658-2504 Mundare – For Sale or Rent, Modern 1500 sq.ft. home, hardwood floors, 9ft. walls, contract finished, rug basement, 3 baths, 4bdrm. $1300/ month. Ph: 780-764-2024

HOUSEHOLD EFFECTS Emerson, 8,000 BTU’s, Window, air conditioner, newer, remote. $200.00. 780-632-4950

LIVESTOCK COMPLETE DISPERSAL: 95 top quality black/ black white face cows, preg tested to start calving February 2015; 2 year old fancy Angus bulls also available if needed; for more information call Bob Hodnefield, 541-938-0118, Milton-Freewater.

AVIATION MANUFACTURING CAREERS – Get started by training as FAA certified Technician.

Financial aid for qualified students.

Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-453-6204 Used floor model meat band saw $3500.00 obo. New $9500.00.

Used Hollymatic 54 Commercial Patty machine $3500.00 obo. New $12,000.00. Used Floor model dough mixer, 150qrt or more, mixing feed or spices $4900.00 obo.

New $19,000.00. Phone: 780-4554128 Room for rent at Vegreville Holistic Centre. Please contact James 780208-0887 The Airlines Are Hiring! – Get trained as FAA certified Aviation Technician. Financial aid for qualified students. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-686-1704 Gravel for crushing. Gravel for concrete. Clean sand. 780-632-4151, 780-632-5614

MOTORCYCLES WANTED J A PA N E S E MOTORCYCLES 1967-1982 ONLY K AWASAKI Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, Z1R, KZ1000MKll, W1650, H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2350, S3-400, Suzuki, GS400, GT380, Honda CB750 (1969-1976) CASH. 1-800-772-1142, 1-310-7210726 usa@classicrunners.com

REAL ESTATE

BLOCK 1x1 ½ Over 2000 properties sold from day one

For Sale: 1978 Mobile Home in Lavoy on 3 treed lots. New furnace, upgrades, 4 appliances. Ph: 780658-2333

SEED Common Wheat Seed For Sale – 99% Germ – 94% Vigour. For Details call 780-632-4943 or 780603-1825

SERVICES

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Call LiveLinks. Try it FREE. Call NOW: 1-888-909-9905 18+

Massage Therapist Wanted at the Vegreville Holistic Centre. Contact James 780-208-0887

DISH TV Retailer. Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/ month (where available.) SAVE! Ask About SAME DAY Installation!

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Watch Bible Prophecy come to life as this amazing 43 min. documentary unfolds the dramatic events of tomorrow. Hosted by author & evangelist Pastor Doug Batchelor, got to finalevents.com or call 780-6323746

PETS Super cute Border Collie/Australian Shepherd puppies. Born October 21st. $25.00 each. Phone 780-6583778

Cars, snowblowers, prof e s s i o n a l l y r e p a i r e d ( Tr o y Built).

Phone 764 - 4077 Cut heating costs. Furnace replacements, low rates, free estimates. Semi - retired trades m a n . P h o n e 7 8 0 - 718 - 0 2 6 2

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SNOW BLOWER 3 fully serviced snow blowers.

Phone John’s Small Engine Service 780-603-0337, 780-632-4595

SPORTING Ba Ja 90cc ATV, new battery, helmet, gloves. $1175.00 OBO. 780632-4950.

Polaris Quad 850. Fully equipped.

Low mileage. 780-645-0406

TO GIVE AWAY Farm cats: One - 2 year old male (white with black), One - 2 year old female (white with brown), Two - 6 month old males (black and white) and Two - 6 month old males (orange tiger like with white). Phone: 780-363-2106 13 Red Rock laying chickens. Sal 780-632-6676

TRUCKS 1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab. For parts. $650. 780-922-5999 2002 GMC 4x4 HD ¾ ton Service Truck 340k $3500 780-922-5999 1985 F350 Dually. Extra long flat deck, $1600. 780-922-5999 1997 Ford 7.3 Diesel, 4 x 4, missing transmission. Nice deck, $2800.

780-922-5999 2000 Dodge Dakota V8 4x4 Farm Truck. $1,600. 780-922-5999.

WANTED Don’t throw out unwanted saleable furniture. Drop off at Consignment Centre 52 St and 52 Ave 780-6324141

VegMin’s Christmas party takes a bow to educators and learners Rosanne Fortier Learning is a gift that brings joy all yearlong. VegMin’s 5th Annual Holiday PotLuck was a celebration and a way for VegMin to say thank-you for the work their employees, instructors, learners and volunteers did. There was a full-house of citizens of all ages who attended this party at Vegreville United Church on November 26.

Initially, citizens were greeted to Kyle’s Christmas which was presented by VegMin’s Readers Theatre and was written by Marc The cast of VegMin’s Readers Theatre present Kyle’s Christmas which was a light-hearted play that demonstrates the Brown and scripted by Barbara Vanvranken true meaning of the season when Kyle decides to make a gift from his heart for Santa. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo) and Holly Cependa. This play was about how Kyle really wanted to get something special for Santa Claus. The cast kept the play light-hearted and the audience was perplexed about the ending until Kyle decided to make Santa’s favorite foods.

A meal followed where VegMin provided the turkey, ham, buns and refreshments and the party-goers brought a colorful and creative blend of desserts, salads and other dishes.

VegMin thought of everything in this season of giving when they enclosed a colCitizens of all ages attended VegMin’s 5th Annual Holiday PotLuck at Vegreville’s United Church on November 26. This lection box for Vegreville Christmas Bureau Christmas party was a celebration and a way forVegMin to say thank-you for the work their employees,instructors,learnand Vegreville Food Bank. ers and volunteers did. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Some of the elves behind Reindeer Lane

Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

A little spotlight is due for volunteers at the Knitting Circle and their projects they were donated to the Reindeer Lane event. The group meets every Wednesday from 4:00-5:30PM. There are those who knit and others crochet. They help each other work through their chosen projects.

When the call came for volunteers to make crafts for Reindeer Lane, these ladies put their hands up and said “Yes. We’ll do it!” Back Row, Left to right: Antoinette Fortier, Caroline Knowles, Stephanie Hales. Front: Jutta Babiuk (Holly Cependa/Submitted)

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News Advertiser 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. June-Aug Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 1-5. Sept-May phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www.vegreville.com (780)632-7650

The Vegreville Kinsmen Club meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at Vegreville Golf Course.

Serving the communities greatest needs and making long lasting friendships is our goal. To join or for more information on our club contact Mike Webb 780-632-2666 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 Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish and Game Association) Please check website VWF.ca Email vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com V.A.L.I.D. (Vegreville Association for Living in Dignity) provides a variety of programs and services to persons with disabilities. For more information and assistance please call 632-2418.

Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July & August. Meetings are held in EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM (St. Joseph’s Hospital) at 7:00p.m. Call 780-632-6323 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 6322261 for more information.

Interested in joining Ukrainain singing group. 1 day a week, Starting February 2008 PH: 632-4691 after 6:00pm Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at Elks Hall. Contact HRL Shirley Preuss 780-632-3565 or secretary Leah Henderson 780632-6565.

HISTORICAL VILLAGE & PIONEER MUSEUM AT SHANDRO - located on Hwy 857, midway between Hwy 45 and 28, north of Willingdon. A proud partner of the Kalyna Country Ecomuseum, this open air museum features fourteen major buildings and artifacts from 1900 - 1930. Hours of Operation: Canada Day weekend to Labour Day Weekend, Thurs - Monday from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday. For more information 780-603-1198. Admission

by Donation.

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.

Vegreville Community Daycare is a licensed facility for children ages 13 months to school age. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Mon-Fri. The Daycare has been in operation since 1990 & is run as a not-for-profit organization. To register, or for more i n f o r m a t i o n c o n tact Brandice Harsulla at the Daycare at 603-4417 Vegreville Peace Park Bookings – Please call John Sawiak 780-6323208 The Vegreville Food Bank is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 - Maple Street and is open Tuesday mornings 10 am - 12 pm July & August only & Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10 am - 12 pm September to June. Phone 632-6002 The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 6327070.

UCWLC Meetings to be held every third Thursday of each month at Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7 p.m. in Vegreville.

Vegreville Ambassador Program Visiting? Considering a move here?

New in Town? For anyone who wants information on the community - events, services, facilities -- we’ve got the solution! Vegreville’s “Ambassadors” are trained volunteers eager to show you their Town.

To book a complimentary tour, customized to suit your needs, please call 632-2771.

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.

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

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 780632-7920 for more information.

Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club every Monday & Thursday. 55+ Vegreville Flying Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Terminal Building.

OIL WIVES CLUB OF VEGREVILLE: A smile, A handclasp, A word of welcome, Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around for 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 @ 780-632-4922 or Shirley @ 780632-3283 for more information.

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 Heads up for AA meet at Vegreville Hospital every Monday at 8:00pm 3rd floor.

The Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club invites you to share your interests and ideas in classic & antique vehicles. Join us for our monthly meetings held the 1st Wednesday of the month (except January & August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Museum. It is not necessary to own a vehicle. PH: George 632-7729 or Orest 632-3495 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Mary 603-7783

December 15, 2014

BIRTHS TWINS!!

FOOTZ-HOLOWACH Randy and Jeanette Footz are delighted to announce the births of twin granddaughters born to their daughter Jillian Footz and her husband Tyler Holowach on Saturday, 6 December, 2014: Eleanor Anne – 4lb, 5oz and Autumn Elizabeth – 4lbs, 6oz

Vegreville RC Flyers Clubmonthly meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Johns Lutheran Church basement, 4513 Maple ST. Anyone interested in radio controlled flying is welcome to attend. Contact Fred 658-2664, Perry 688-3542 Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St Vegreville. For more information call Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418 Notice - Effective immediately the Wigmak Alanon Family Group has closed it’s doors. Contact Number 780-275-0054 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.

Eric & Amanda Tymchuk are thrilled to announce the birth of their daughter Bria Jayde Born Nov 21 2014 8 lbs 7 Ozs 22 1/2 in Proud Grandparents: Brad & Betty Tymchuk Cindy & Bernie Buyar & Vince Hrabec Great Grandparents: Gina & Lawrence Hrabec

MEMORIAM

New to town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomer’s potluck lunch. 12-1pm. Bring a friend! Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-632-3966 for locations & info.

AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:30pm.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Starting September 11, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church.

780-632-7433 or 780-658-2670.

Wednesday – 341 Mundare Royal Canadian Air Cadets FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up! Wednesday evenings 6:309:00pm 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 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 on the first and third Wednesday from 7–8 pm. Call Kim at 780-658-2550 for location details.

WEDNESDAY 5:00 PM DEADLINE FOR ALL ADS

OBITUARY

Elsie Paziuk Dec. 13, 1989 Dear Mother, you are not forgotten Though on earth you are no more Still in memory you are with us As you always were before.

Love your son Roy

In loving memory of Bill Uskiw Dec. 10, 2009 Softly the leaves of memory fall, Gently we gather and treasure them all.

Unseen, unheard, you are always near, So loved, so missed, so very dear.

No longer in our lives to share, But in our hearts you are always there.

Deeply missed and always remembered by Mom and Family

In Loving Memory Of Stan Woloshniuk Dec. 10, 1935 – Dec. 6, 2012 When tomorrow starts without me, And I am not there to see, If the sun should rise and find your eyes All filled with tears for me.

But when tomorrow starts without me Please try to understand That an angel came and called my name And took me by the hand And said my place was ready In heaven far above And that I’d have to leave behind All those that I dearly loved But when I walked through heaven’s gates I felt so much at home When God looked down and smiled at me From his great Golden Throne, Loving you always Forgetting you never Loved and missed by June, Duane & Roxanne, Darrin & Rita, Ashly, Amber & Paige

KACHMAR, Peter June 14, 1915 – December 7, 2015 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of our wonderful father, guido, friend and mentor of Two Hills, Alberta on December 7, 2015 at the age of 99.5 years. He was surrounded by the love of his family.

Peter is survived by his loving children, son Jim (Elaine) Kachmar; daughters Patricia Kachmar and Caroline Anne (Wilf) Boissy all of Sherwood Park; grandchildren, James Kachmar, Christopher Kachmar, Curtis Kachmar (Kristel), Justin Kachmar, Ryan Coley (Daniela), Chad Boissy, Karen Meyer; great grandson, Elijah, great granddaughter Adea, great grandson Emmett; Peter Hrabec of Fort Saskatchewan and Paul (Diane) Hrabec of St. Paul. Peter was predeceased by his wife Anne and parents Prokip and Pashka Kachmar, brothers Mike, John, Steve Kachmar and sisters Margaret Dacyk and Jenny Yaremco.

Special thanks to the wonderful staff of the Two Hills Health Centre ~ Long Term Care for the compassionate care and support they extended. Peter loved to sing, compliment others in how great they look, tell many wonderful stories and remained positive in his outlook until the end.

A Prayer Service was held on Friday, December 12, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church in Two Hills, Alberta where a Funeral Service was held on Saturday, December 13, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. . Reverend Father W. Sapiha officiated and interment followed in the Church Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Church or the Arthritis Society of Alberta and Northwest Territories Division. To send condolences, please visit www.remembering.ca.

Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd., Vegreville, 780.603-5800.

MAYER, Hans Christhof April 14, 1928 – December 11, 2014 On Thursday, December 11, 2014, Hans Christhof Mayer of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 86 years.

Hans is survived by his loving family, son Len (Angella) along with one grandson Benjamin; along with nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Hans was predeceased by parents Hans and Bertha Mayer; siblings Fred, Katie and Mina; mother of their son Mary.

A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. John Lutheran Church in Vegreville with Pastor Sang-Rog Choi officiating. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to “STARS” or to the “St. John Lutheran Church – Vegreville.” To send condolences visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome. com Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,Vegreville,780-603-5800.

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December 15, 2014

4h ‘ers learn by doing!

Rachel Farr project leader Vegreville 4H Multi Club – Horsemanship Project Learn to do by doing!

What a great start to the year it has been. The horsemanship project has a total of 7 kids, 5 girls and 2 boys. They have had 5 riding lessons to far to date. The group is

learning a lot under the watchful eye of Trainer Rhondalyn Twitchell.

They are learning horse handling and riding skills, with an emphasis on safety and education, not competition! This winter the group is excited to go on some horse related field trips.

A+ draw winner

The winner of the A+ Plus Cellular in-store draw that ran between August and September was Grant Balaban. He won a 58” LED Smart TV. Grant is in the middle, store manager Bradley Heisler on the left, Co-owner Roberta Dobush on the right.

(Shauna Kit/Submitted)

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Buhler bids farewell to Polutranko after 53 years Rosanne Fortier “Walter Polutranko was a loyal, hard-working employee and if you could find someone to clone them as an employee, we would want him.” Is how Leo Turko, Operations Manager for Buhler Industries in Vegreville descr ibed Wa lter Polutranko, who wholeheartedly gave 53 years and ten months of dedicated service to Butler Ezee-On. On November 27 his employer commemorated this occasion with a retirement get-together with all the staff present. At this time, a retirement gift from Buhler Ezee-On and a certificate and cheque was presented to Walter.

Walter started working as a parts man in 1961 for this company which was called Denkiw Yakimitz Farm Equipment when it started until 1967 when the owners changed it into

a manufacturing company.

The name changed and later there were new owners that took over the company. “I went on to work in the office where I took orders, did invoicing and shipping. I liked doing this work quite a bit but I especially enjoyed purchasing which is the type of work I have been doing now.” Walter said. “I have fond memories from when there were many customers and I was very busy with shipping and manufacturing. Through purchasing, I met a lot of interesting people from the dealers that we sold our products to, they were good people. We were anxious to sell something new because we made the product. We started off making a front-end loader and I think just about every farmer in the country has one of our loaders.

This really gave me a feeling of accomplishment and

satisfaction that I attributed to creating their product that they were using.”

“Then the owners were really good to work for and they treated me very well.

All the years I worked went very well.”

“My plans for retirement is to stick around Vegreville, relax and do some camping. I plan to spend some time with my grand-children who like camping also. I’m excited to be retiring but I will miss the workers at EzeeOn Inc.” Walter said.

“I’ve been here since 1990 and Walter has been a rock-solid employee. He’s one of those guys that if you gave him a task, he would do it to the fullest of his ability. He did a lot of purchasing for our company and he was able to glean the best price and find someone that could supply it at that price and that has been instrumental

Andre Dolgirev, Vice-President, Leo Turko, Operations Manager present a retirement gift to Walter Polutranko for his 53 years and 10 months of service.“Walter was a loyal, hard-working employee and if you could find someone and clone them as an employee, we would want him.”Turko said.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

in the success of EzeeOn.” Leo Turko, Operations Manager explained as he described Walter. “We always had a lot of long-term employees but Walter has been the longest employee we had.

He’s loyal, hard-working and if you could find someone and clone them as an employee, we would want him. He’s one of those really special people who has never asked for

anything and has always given 110% everyday to the company. He was known as the person who if you couldn’t get a hold of anyone, you could always get a hold of Walter.

He was the guy who would get you parts on Sunday whatever you needed, he would get it done. We’re really thrilled to have had him as an employee and when we don’t have Walter; we will be missing a big

part of Ezee-On.” “Walter was special because he came to work with a good attitude every day. He had a good memory and I will miss his upbeat and positive ways. I had good conversations with him too because he always had something to say about the Edmonton Eskimos and other topics.”

Larry Beever, the current Purchasing Manager said.

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be for awards, skills that a person wants to use or new skills they want to learn, they like freebees, they want scholarships, references or experience for a paid job and sometimes volunteering can turn into a paid job, new experiences that can be gained which can take them places they never thought they would go, opportunities to contribute to their community, meet new friends or spend time with old friends and to have fun.” Topilko added.

A well-known, dedicated volunteer, Nick Chrapko said he volunteers because there is free food, he can meet and make new friends and he likes to help people who help other people because there is a chain reaction to being involved with this.

Chrapko on healthy topics Following this, Charlene Basiliadias from Energy Booster appeared where she spoke about how proper diet and exercise fits together to improve people’s wellness.

Kim Katerenchuk, owner of Tapping Health-Health Movement gave a presentation on yoga and stretching exercise where she demonstrated how to do these exercises. “Her presentation was really beautiful, it was so quiet in the room, and you could hardly hear a pin drop.”

Chrapko admitted.

“Brittany Lotoski and Kanverdeep Gill, presenters of Diabetes, The Latest Trends spoke on diabetes in a simple way that was very well done and easy to understand. They said how it starts, how it progresses and how it can be put in check by medications and diet.” Chrapko said. “Some key points they mentioned is diet is the most important thing along with exercise and how people can engage the amount of sugar they get into their bodies while they stressed the point that we don’t have to add sugar to anything because the amount of food we eat has plenty of sugar in it.

What happens is the body converts the carbohydrates and even protein into sugar that the body requires. We don’t have to add sugar to anything. The body can even convert meat into sugar. They did their presentation in detail and did a good job with it.

“Marlene Podoboronzny, representative from Legacy for Health did a wonderful job of relating on how long she has been with the walking group, how it helped her and how it helped other people with rehabilitation, not only knee and hip replacements but other ailments.”

Chrapko explained.

“M.O.D.E.L Project had Tracy Laschowski, Student Success Coach speak on their Intergenerational Activities. They are working with children from

Grades five to nine where they do intergenerational activities so older people learn what younger people are doing today and how they are struggling and coping. This is where both groups relate their experiences together and the younger people also learn what the older people went through and what they are going through now and hopefully, this will help both age groups of people with their problems today.”

Chrapko said. “The children come to the Sunshine Club where they do sports like floor curling and it’s really beautiful to have them here. During the last 20 minutes, we talk together.

M.O.D.E.L Project also has Loop the Lake, computer programs and more.”

“Dylan Vadnais, a junior high girl, who really likes to do public speaking presented a facetious speech about seniors in a nice, light- hearted way.”

“Then an unexpected person, Fred Olsen came up who is the President of the Alberta Council on Aging, he spoke on how we will have a meeting at the Sunshine Club in early spring and he noticed over the years that many people aren’t aware of their service which is an advocate group so individuals can make their comments to this organization instead of the government.”

Chrapko said.

“I received really good comments from the day.

This event was organized

by VegMin Learning Society, Vegreville & District FCSS, Alberta Health Services and Senior Citizens Sunshine Club.

We want to thank all the volunteers, businesses and everyone who contribute to many the event into the great day it was.” Chrapko added.

Barbara Ziegler gave her impression of the day. “I thought the Health and Wellness Day was great because I really enjoyed Roy Mills as the MC, he told good jokes and made us laugh, which was really refreshing. The speakers were very interesting and the lunch was delicious.

I’m very proud of the organizers for making the day the way it was and for getting the speakers in that they did because they were very informative. It was nice to feel pampered because I don’t do that often, it was just a lovely day out.”

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Lisa Topilko, Volunteer Services Coodinator speaks about how volunteering can help a person that is single connect with a special someone. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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