Vegreville News Advertiser - July 22, 2020

VOL. 73 NO. 30

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Enough Empty Promises, says Vegreville Mayor

The railway crossing along Secondary Highway 857 in Vegreville has been the source of frustration of residents, motorists and elected officials who are dissatisfied with its maintenance. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee said the town has heard enough empty promises from CN Rail, and previous requests for maintenance on the Secondary Highway 857 crossing have gone unanswered.

MacPhee was verbally responding to a July 10 letter that was addressed to him and town councillors from

Vegreville resident Jane Tennant who was asking for something to be done at that railway crossing.

Tennant wanted to know if maintenance of the railway crossing is the responsibility of the town or CN, and if it’s up to CN, for the town to get “some action” on the matter. MacPhee stated during the July

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Country Fair Postponed

Town of Mundare Receives Funding

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WHAT’S INSIDE Agriculture.......................9

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Family.............................18 Marketplace...................17

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RCMP files from July 13 - 19 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser

July 13

02:35 – Report of loud music in Vegreville. Members attended and did note the reported music. Spoke to subject of the compliant who did apologize. Subject was issued a bylaw ticket with a voluntary penalty of $500. The complainant was updated.

08:28 - Report of mischief in Vegreville. Two individuals were having an argument. One blamed the other for taking house keys. The subject of the complaint was belligerent and smashed a vehicle window belonging to the complainant. Members arrived and separated parties.

Complainant did not want charges.

16:46 – Traffic collision reported.

Individual riding South on Hwy 857 hit construction barricades near the bridge construction. It was reported that the barricades were painted black. The rider was not seriously injured and reported the incident to the Town of Vegreville.

21:54 – While on patrol members saw an EMS vehicle with emergency lights on at a residence. The members stopped in and assisted EMS with a male patient in need of medical attention.

22:56 – Traffic stop conducted on Highway 16 near Mundare. A 34-yearold female driver from Newfoundland was charged with failing to provide certificate of registration that carries a voluntary penalty of $243. The driver was also issued two other warnings for infractions.

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06:25 – Report of break and enter to a rural property northwest of Vegreville.

Subject(s) entered the home via the garage and a dog door. They stole 2 winter coats as well as keys. They made off with a silver Cadillac Escalade.

Under investigation.

11:30 – While checking his property south of Vegreville he came upon a black truck which appeared to have been stripped. Members attended and confirmed that the truck had been stolen out of Vegreville the week prior.

Under investigation.

16:16 – Traffic enforcement resulting in approximately 13 speeding tickets as well as additional violations (window tint, driving while unauthorized).

July 15

10:20 – Multiple complaints over a

few days of a suspicious male walking around a neighbourhood and looking at properties. The male is described as a tall, skinny, Caucasian wearing a green hoodie, gray jacket, navy blue crocks, and black sweat pants. He is slightly balding with a moustache and goatee. Members conducted patrols but were unable to locate the subject of the complaint. They advised the complainant to call the next time the subject was seen.

Members attended and the youth came down. Members told him not to climb on the roof and not to vape until he was 18.

01:23 – 911 call received where the caller was talking vaguely but did not sound to be in distress.

Members investigated and found that the caller, a 21-year-old male from Vegreville had been taken to the hospital by a friend for medical attention required due to drug use.

14:10 – Report of mischief to property and vehicle. Members attended and it was confirmed that a roommate had been arrested 10 days prior and was on conditions not to be at the residence or in contact with the other person living there. Under investigation.

14:43 – Report of two missing horses after the storm the night prior. In the area of RR 133 & TWP 522 in the Lavoy area. Reporting for information purposes.

July 18

17:55 – Multiple reports of attempted CRA scam calls. The calls start with a recording and indicate that callee may have had their information compromised and was involved in fraud. In one case the caller requested the last 3 digits of the SIN number and cash to be withdrawn. Complainant was advised to report the incident to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

23:17 – Complainant reports that he woke up while someone was trying to steal his truck. When he went out the subject ran to the road where he was picked up by an older black dodge truck. Rural property Northeast of Mundare. Under investigation.

July 16

10:18 – Report of attempted fraud. A senior received a phone call from someone claiming to be from a local drug store. They indicated that the doctor wanted to change the senior’s medication and asked for personal information including banking details. There was an attempt to transfer $6,500 but this was stopped by the potential victim’s son. Reported to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

July 17

01:04 – Parent called to report that their son was up on the roof vaping.

06:40 – Report of a stolen vehicle overnight in Vegreville. A 2005 Blue Chevy Silverado was stolen. The owner has both sets of keys. Under investigation.

July 19 02:36 – Report of a loud party in the North-central part of Vegreville.

Members attended and there was still noise. After providing a formal warning, the subject of the complaint refused to comply. They were then provided a bylaw ticket for noise that carries a voluntary penalty of $500.

16:20 - Report of an erratic driver on Highway 631 westbound from Highway 36. Members were able to intercept and conducted a traffic stop. The vehicle was pulling a horse trailer. Members learned that the driver was suspended and the vehicle was not insured or registered and did not have a proper license plate. The driver was issued five tickets and the vehicle was towed.

During the week there were 124 calls for service made in total including: 8 false alarms, 6 false 911s, 2 animal strikes, 8 wellbeing checks, and approximately 24 tickets from traffic enforcement.

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Collector Car Appreciation Day in Vegreville members of town council declared July 10, 2020, to be Collector Car Appreciation Day in Vegreville.

MacPhee started by extending the town’s appreciation to all of the club members for all they do by taking care of their cars and taking pride in them and coming out and showing them at events.

“The parade that the club held to bring up people’s spirits was totally awesome. I know this is a passion for you but it is also a big boost to our community.” MacPhee then presented Bill Smolak, President of Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club, with a plaque for the club.

Jacquie Armstrong-Homeniuk said she thought the club was awesome and presented the club a plaque. “Thank you for all the hard work you do in the community and to Mayor MacPhee for supporting them.”

Smolak said he felt it is important to recognize CCAD because the Specialty Vehicle Association of Alberta (SVAA) and the National (Right to left) Mayor of Vegreville Tim MacPhee presents a Association of Automobile Clubs of Canada plaque to Bill Smoluk President of Vegreville Iron Runners (NAACC) and the American Special Vehicle Club in appreciate of the contributions of the club in Association in the United States have all declared Vegreville. (Rosanne Fortier/photo) July 10th as Collection Car Appreciation Day. Members of Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club “We belong to the provincial club and there is showcased 15 pristine vintage vehicles at this event.

The Town of Vegreville Proclamation stated that the Specialty Vehicle Association (SVAA) and the SEMA Action Network (SAN) in the US have declared July 10, 2020, International Collector Car Appreciation Day; and whereas, Municipalities and provinces across Canada and The United States are observing the tribute to the collection and preservation of historic, classic and specialty vehicles as well as preserving the technological achievements and cultural heritage of autoGeorge and Velma Sample drive-in with their mobiles. vintage vehicle. (Rosanne Fortier/photo) Therefore, Mayor Tim MacPhee with the advice and consent of all Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Members of the Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club were honoured during Collector Car Appreciation Day (CCAD) at Vegreville Elks/ Kinsmen Park (Pysanka Park) on July 10.

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the national association that we belong to as well. We all believe it is important to recognize CCAD to keep the collector car industry alive as it is worth billions of dollars across Canada. Also, they don’t make cars like they used to. These vintage cars are much better; they don’t have all the bells and whistles like new cars do but they ride a lot better and are better built,” Smolak added.

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China Flexes its Global Muscle Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion As the global pandemic drags on and China’s economy suffers along with the rest of the world, China continues to show aggression towards its neighbours. This aggression is quickly changing forms.

While the Chinese government has never been shy about spreading their influence, in recent history, they have done so via commerce and what would be considered ethical bribes.

The most public of these initiatives came into the public view in 2013 and has ramped up quickly.

Known in the west as the Belt and Road Initiative, the original name started as One Belt One Road Strategy but was changed after much thought and concern for translation and interpretation.

Seen by many as a way to extend the Chinese government’s influence, China asserts that their goal is simply to build a modern-day “silk road” in order to improve regional connectivity and provide for a brighter future. The project has a target completion date of 2049 with the first phase slated for 2020.

China has engaged 138 countries and earmarked funds for many ranging from almost $32 billion to $7 billion. Critics of the initiative argue that China is extending credit to secure economic or political concessions from the debtor. Details of the loans are often not made public and loans are often used to pay Chinese companies to complete projects.

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Since COVID-19, work has stopped on some projects, others are scrapped and some loans are approaching default. One example is the African continent which owes an estimated $145 billion and $8 billion of that coming due in 2020. The next domino is about to fall in this saga.

We have recently seen what happens when China doesn’t get what it wants. They have cracked down in what was a relatively liberal, democratic Hong Kong, they are claiming extended boundaries along their shared border with India, and are claiming new territory that their own historical records are at odds within the South China Sea. The results include heavy criticism from the west and political sparring over Hong Kong. On the border with India, there have been deadly clashes and military build-up with Prime Minister Nerendra Modi stating his forces had been instructed “to take all necessary steps” to protect the border.

In the South China sea, the US has increased its military presence and is planning exercises with allies.

At the same time, China has been aggressive with other western nations including the UK, Australia, and Canada.

The UK and Australia have officially banned Chinese telecom company Huawei and the three largest telecom operators in Canada made the choice for our government. The only country in the Five Eyes intelligence alliance that has not banned Huawei in New Zealand. Perhaps New Zealand is concerned with China telling others “there will be consequences” for banning Huawei.

Closer to home for China, tensions are increasing with Taiwan, Vietnam, Japan, the Philippines, and others. Multiple times in the last month, Chinese fighter planes have entered Taiwan air space have been warned or “driven” off. Last month, China sent an aircraft carrier and strike group past Japan and between the islands of Okinawa and Miyako. The Chinese Navy followed a drilling ship contracted by Malaysia’s national oil company and the Vietnamese Foreign Ministry claims one of its fishing boats was attacked by two Chinese ships in an area of the South China Sea that China has claimed. Recently, the Philippines and US military resumed activities off the coast.

In an annual defense review, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s government (Japan) made public it is considering a huge increase to its defense capabilities as it accused China of pushing territorial claims amid growing tensions in the region.

Some have pointed out the forecast by former Chinese President Jiang Zemin who stated in 2002 that China needed a 20-year window before they would be positioned to exploit the USA for their own gain. Others think we are at that tipping point now.

Clearly the world is taking notice. It is about time. These countries like ours are also under constant cyber-attacks and economic threats. Things are ramping up and the global community must take a stand against an increasingly aggressive China.

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Online Marketing Campaign Launched in Support of Local Businesses Michelle Pinon News Advertiser ‘Open in Vegreville’ is the name of a new marketing campaign that is designed to promote local businesses that have reopened since the COVID-19 pandemic began back in March.

The campaign is a joint effort between the Town of Vegreville and the Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce. It officially kicked off on July 13 and will run until September 13.

For the next two months, the Town and Chamber will be positing feature videos of local businesses on the Town’s YouTube channel and the Chamber’s Facebook page. In those videos business owners will be able to inform the public about their status, hours, products, services, and any special conditions they have put in place to mitigate the risks to COVID-19. They will also include the hashtag #openinvegreville.

Michelle Henderson, General Manager of the Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce, said “The Town of Vegreville Economic Development Manager Tom Koep approached the Chamber to see if we wanted to perhaps partner up. The fact that it involves our business community as well, it was a really good paring for us. The Chamber can also utilize our contacts with our businesses, and I did think overall it was a great initiative to show what our businesses are doing and that our community is in fact open for business.”

Koep said the campaign is free to any local business that wants to participate in it. The intent is to let everyone in and around Vegreville know that businesses are open and ready to serve customers.

The tag line is, “Support local businesses now so they can support you later,” noted Koep. They are encouraging local businesses to use their social media to promote the campaign, to use as many signboards as possible along Highway 16A, and to place #openinvegreville posters in their front windows.

Henderson said if a business needs assistance, the Chamber is willing to help them. If businesses are not com-

fortable shooting a video they can do a question and answer format, and the Chamber will post the information for them.

Koep said a lot of local businesses support community groups and they in turn are asking for public support in return. The target audience will be people living within 40 to 50 kilometres of Vegreville. The local newspaper, (Vegreville News Advertiser), and the local radio station, (Country 106.5), will be helping to deliver their message.

At the beginning of September, the Town will be launching a larger marketing campaign, added Koep, “To attract investment dollars to Vegreville hopefully through businesses moving here and setting up operations here. Retail, industrial, commercial as well as a campaign to attract new residents to Vegreville.

So that target area is primarily the greater Edmonton area and areas around Vegreville so that everything from young families that are looking for a better quality of life, a lower cost of living, and the ability to live in a nice, safe, small community; all the way up to seniors who are looking at retiring or have retired, or farmers that have potentially retired, and hopefully they’ll move into Vegreville and make this their home.

Koep said, “The Town is working with Zag Creative to develop a broad awareness strategy for our Economic Development department. The strategy is still in the development phase, and the exact costs are not confirmed at this time. In the 2020 budget deliberations, Council approved a $40,000 marketing budget for the Town’s Economic Development department. The Town also received a provincial grant that will match up to $20,000 in marketing costs

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Compiled by Dan Beaudette

90 Years Ago – July 23, 1930

With the addition to it of its new windows, Vegreville’s new post office is now commencing to show just how it will look when it is finally completed. The Gordon Block is now finished and the lower floor has already been occupied; one side, by the Singer Sewing Machine office and the other by V. Pruner’s tailor shop. No word has been yet heard about the court house, for which tenders were called just preceding the provincial election.

One of the good Holstein herds of Alberta was the decision of Mr. Cowan, who recently inspected Mr. Hans Mayer’s herd under the Federal Accredited Herds plan. This the first herd to be tested under this plan in the Vegreville district and it was given a clean bill on Monday.

The first car of the tar sands for the town’s new sidewalks, came in on Monday and men were busy unloading it. The walks are all plowed and cement curbing has been put on most of them in readiness for the tar sands. This will be a real improvement to the town.

75 Years Ago – July 25, 1945

Commencing at about 12:20 on Wednesday morning in the Alberta Pool elevator at Inland, froe destroyed all three elevators at that point, 11 miles southwest of Vegreville. The grain firms interested are the Pool, Midland-Pacific and the National.

According to information the Pool elevator had 20,000 bushels in store; the Midland-Pacific, over 40,000; the National from 3,000 to 4,000. The total loss including the elevators and annexes will probably run to $100,000.00 The boulevard just west of the CNR station in Innisfree looks most attractive thanks to Mr. Swath, the agent, assisted by Mr. Myhre, our section foreman. The grass is well cut and trees trimmed, giving tis part of the town a prosperous look, whereas before it was untidy, showing no advantage for the trees set out by the town years ago.

Back from action in the Atlantic, the North Sea and far northern waters with the British home fleet, the auxiliary aircraft carrier HMS Puncher docked in Halifax for her first visit to a Canadian port in nearly a year. Puncher, a baby flat-top with an estimated full load displacement of 14,500 tons, is the largest warship manned by Canadians at the present time.

50 Years Ago – July 23, 1970

Marvin Martyniuk, catcher, and Orest Smoliak, pitcher made up the winning battery in the fastball tournament held in Vegreville.

Chatelaine Restaurant defeated Ardrosson 4-3 in a well-played final game.

The St. Albert Swimming Club team won the Vegreville Swim Meet quite handily when they rolled up a total of 112 team points, ten more than Fort Saskatchewan team who were their closet threat.

Alberta Homes Construction Ltd. began work on the extension to the Dr. R. R. Cairns School last week when forms were set for the footings and foundation. The addition will almost double the size of the school. It will be ready for the fall term.

Lillian Sarafinchan, Alberta born artist who has designed sets and properties for the Canadian Opera Company, Royal Conservatory Opera School, the Museum Children’s Theatre and numerous TV commercials and series, has signed to do her first feature motion picture, “The Crowd Inside”. Miss Sarafinchan is a native of Vegreville.

A survey comprising 25 farms in the area south of Holden and Bruce which were affected by the storm was carried out by the district 6 National Farmers’ Union and showed that an average loss of $12,000.00 per farmer has occurred.

25 Years Ago – July 25, 1995

Continuing drought is heightening fears of large-scale crop failures in the area. Vegreville was the driest place in Alberta during June, according to figures from Alberta Agriculture. The climate station here measured a mere 25.4 mm (one inch) of precipitation during the entire month which is 35 per cent of normal June precipitation.

A pair of local golfers have cleared the first hurdle on their way to repeating as provincial champions. Connie Van Uden and Sue Holden captured the women’s zone four ball championship in Leduc last week. Van Uden and Holden were provincial champions last year and now qualify to defend their title in Nanton in August.

Vegreville residents are a diligent lot with regards to paying their taxes on time. The town had collected 98 per cent of them by deadline.

The developers of a proposed landfill site in Minburn County are looking in the southern part of the County. The proposed project would accept non-toxic, non-hazardous commercial, household and industrial waste. BFI will hold an information night in Vegreville on August 2 at 7 p.m. at the Elks Hall.

Letters Welcomed

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

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

Corporate Tax Cuts Aren’t Just a Handout to the Rich Ben Eisen Troy Media Contributor

The Alberta government recently announced plans to help encourage economic recovery and growth in the province, including a plan to accelerate corporate income tax reductions that were already in the works.

The corporate tax rate will drop from 10 percent to eight percent immediately instead of gradually over the next two years.

Critics have characterized this move as a handout to the rich. However, a look at the evidence about who actually bears the burden of the corporate income tax paints a much more nuanced picture.

In reality, the corporate tax burden is spread across the income spectrum much more than critics realize. There’s strong evidence that over time businesses respond to increased tax burdens by slowing the rate of growth in wages for their employees.

One recent study (by professors Kenneth McKenzie of the University of Calgary and Ergete Ferede of MacEwan University) shows that for every dollar of government revenue raised by corporate income taxes, the aggregate wages of all workers in Alberta falls by $1.52. A two percentage point increase in Alberta’s corporate tax rate reduces labour earnings for an average two-earner household by more than $800 per year.

A higher corporate income tax doesn’t just impose costs on people who own corporations,

but also people who work for them. So Alberta’s accelerated corporate tax reduction will benefit Albertans throughout a large share of the income distribution – not just ‘the rich.’

The evidence also supports the Alberta government’s claim that accelerating corporate tax reductions will help encourage job creation and income growth in the province, largely because reduced corporate rates help increase investment.

Increased job creation – compared to what would have happened otherwise – is another effect of corporate tax reductions that obviously benefits a wide range of Albertans and not just those with higher incomes.

Of course, tax rates are just one-factor businesses and entrepreneurs consider when deciding where to invest and how much. So it’s a mistake to think accelerating the alreadyplanned corporate tax reduction is a panacea for the many economic challenges Alberta faces. Still, the evidence shows the reductions will help increase the province’s chances of a strong recovery.

As Alberta, and the rest of Canada, looks to recover from a series of economic blows, public debate about various policy options should be informed by data and evidence, not misleading populist talking points.

While critics will continue to claim corporate income tax reductions only benefit ‘the rich,’ in reality the reductions will help encourage job creation and wage growth, two things we need a lot more of, perhaps now more than ever.

Ben Eisen is a senior fellow with the Fraser Institute’s Alberta Prosperity Initiative.

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Vegreville Agricultural Society Postpones Deerland Country Fair

(Vegreville Agricultural Society/Submitted Photos)

Vegreville Agricultural Society Submitted The Vegreville Agricultural Society is disappointed to announce that the Deerland Country Fair is postponed until August 5th, 6th, and 7th of 2021.

Our Annual fair, a summer highlight for all ages, originally scheduled for August 6th, 7th, and 8th of 2020, typically attracts between 3,000 and 4,000 people per day which is obviously more people than the current health recommendations allow for events due to Covid-19.

VAS President Daryl Tuck commented, “Although we made the announcement a couple of months ago, we were hoping that the regulations would change and allow us to provide a somewhat normal event for our community during our Fair dates. The conditions have not improved enough and we have to accept the reality that we cannot hold our Country Fair.

We want to thank all of our sponsors for their contributions and support to ensure our success with our events!

Please remember that the local businesses you support are the same businesses that support many worthwhile

events and organizations that are important in our community” Tuck emphasized.

Even though plans and activities are on hold, we cannot forget the invaluable service that Volunteers provide! “Being that we are a nonprofit organization, trying to provide affordable activities to our community means that volunteers reduce our costs. We gratefully thank our many volunteers for all their hard work and we hope to provide the safest environment for them when we are able to accept their help again” Tuck said.

The Vegreville Ag Society is looking forward to providing events and activities for the Vegreville area as health restric-

tions are lifted and new rules are provided. “We have to be prepared to modify our events or come up with new ideas to continue to provide interesting, exciting, valuable, and safe activities for our community,” said Tuck.

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Skip the Kitchen Perogy Take Out Dinner Successful Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Forget Skip the Dishes.

Skip the Kitchen.

The latter wasn’t just a novel idea cooked up by a member of the Mundare Seniors Club, it was an entire group effort by volunteer members when they hosted a highly successful Perogy Take Out Dinner on July 17.

Club President Judy Shaw said it was the first time they have ever held an event like this, and felt it went well.

Members served up 118 take-out meals. The three-hour

event was so popular they had to turn away 20 people because they ran out of food.

As with anything new there is a learning curve, and Shaw said they should have filled the reserve orders before filling the drop in orders. She said most people were understanding when they told them they ran out of food, and that it was their first time hosting the Perogy Take Out Dinner.

Shaw said they will make provisions for that when they host the next Perogy Take Out Dinner on Friday, August 21.

Usually they get around 120 people at the club’s regular sit down perogy supper, noted Shaw. But those dinners were halted when the COVID-19 health and safety restrictions came into effect.

Shaw said they rely on those dinners to cover utility, insurance and maintenance expenses. “We had to come up with something because we had no revenue,” said Shaw.

Two weeks ago they had a perogy making bee where they made 1,620 perogies. Prior to the event preparations had to be made, and the day of the event volunteers cooked the perogies, ham, vegetables and dessert. Shaw was grateful for the support of all the volunteer, some of which included: Lois Zyla, Eugenia Panych, Sam Wasylenchuk, Joe Prystash, Bob Gratton, Loria Valla, Sheri Regis, and Danny and Linda Seguin.

Pat Lewis, who resides at the Dr. Strilchuk Villa

Danny Seguin and Bob Gratton were busy working over a hot stove during the Perogy Take Out Dinner on July 17 at the Mundare Senior Citizens Drop In Centre.

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said she misses getting together for the sit down dinners, but was happy to purchase the take out meal as a delicious substitute.

Mundare resident Dianne Blair echoed the same sentiment and said she usually comes to the perogy dinners when she isn’t working. “They’re awesome,” added Blair, who will undoubtedly be coming back for more.

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NOTICE OF SUBDIVISION APPLICATION FILE NO. 20-CLA-001

Being the Subdivision Approving Authority and pursuant to sections 606 and 674 of the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, c.M-26, the Town of Vegreville hereby gives notice that the following subdivision application was submitted for approval: PROPOSAL: To subdivide off 25 feet of the vacant Lot 2 MUNICIPALITY: Town of Vegreville LEGAL LAND DESCRIPTION: Lot 2-4, Block 6, Plan LXVI-A An owner of adjacent land may make a written submission to the Subdivision Authority for it to consider when it makes its decision on a proposed plan of subdivision. Adjacent land means land which touches the parcel being subdivided, or which would touch the parcel if it were not separated from it by a highway, road, river or stream.

Any written submission must be received by 12:00 PM on Thursday, July 30, 2020. Your submission should contain your name and mailing address, the location of land you own, and any comments you may wish to make. For further information on any of the subdivision applications, or to provide your comments, contact: The Subdivision Authority, Attention: Kerina Sorochan P.O. Box 640, Vegreville, AB, T9C 1R7, Phone: (780) 632-6479 Fax: (780) 632-6856

The volunteer members serving up the perogy dinner take out meal from left to right are: Judy Shaw, Loria Valla and Sheri Regis. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

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Environmental Partnership to Restore Wetlands and Wildlife Habitat in the County of Two Hills Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A new partnership is going to allow producers in Two Hills County to restore wetlands and wildlife habitat.

Sara Miller, Assistant Agricultural Fieldman and Environmental Program Technician, will be heading up the partnership between the County of Two Hills and ALUS Canada, an organization which specializes in environmental sustainability.

Miller said producers and county council were interested in getting involved with the program after hearing about it from neighbouring municipalities. The program, that launched in June, will be run in coordination with the municipality’s Agricultural Service Board, (ASB), and a Producer Advisory Committee, (PAC).

“The uptake of the program has been well received, and ratepayers have been talking about it. We are not certain as to what the projects will be as of yet, but hopefully, we will have a project by the end of 2020,” said Miller.

Agriculture is one of the major economic activities in the County of Two Hills and the program will be focused on the restoration of wetlands currently being farmed for commodity production, such as grain or cattle, and converting it back into duck and wildlife habitat.

Christine Campbell, Western HUB Manager for ALUS Canada, stated, “In the coming months, ALUS Canada will be working closely with the County of Two Hills to onboard them to the program, providing training to staff and the PAC, helping them set program priorities and details, and working together to spread the word about ALUS, and recruit potential projects.

ALUS Canada’s role is to support program delivery and help build the overarching policy and markets needed to support farmers in their production of ecosystem services.”

Campbell went on to say, “Each PAC determines their own criteria, based on how they define the top environmental issues in their area. They will look at project proposals from farmers/ranchers as potential participants and select the projects that make the most sense for their local program. There is no cost to apply, in fact, the local ALUS

Program Coordinator often helps people craft their project proposals.

The ALUS Two Hills PAC will be setting their program priorities and payment information over the coming months. In most ALUS communities, the producer and ALUS cost-share to establish the project, then the producer is paid annually to manage and maintain their project and the land’s ability to produce ecosystem goods and services as a result.

The core idea of ALUS is that the program helps and supports farmers and ranchers who participate in the ALUS program so that they can establish, manage and maintain environmental projects on their land that have tangible benefits for the community. These projects (usually improved wetlands, riparian zones, or wooded areas) actively produce ecosystem services such as cleaner air, cleaner water, more biodiversity/wildlife, and pollinator habitat, and more flood/drought mitigation to spare people living downstream from extreme flooding events.

Overall, farmers/ranchers who participate in ALUS do it because AUS makes it easy for them to make a positive difference for the environment and the community, both now and for future generations. They get help with establishment costs for the projects and annual payments per acre of land devoted to their ALUS projects. But most participants will tell you they don’t do it for the money, they do it to help build much more resilient communities for everybody going forward. Many participants also see great spin-off benefits from their projects such as improved soil health on their agricultural operations, reduced hoof rot, etc.”

According to ALUS Canada, their organization has disbursed nearly $10

million in funding. As a result, nearly 27,000 acres are enrolled in the program, a total of 109 square kilometers, the size of a small national park. As well, there are more than 900 participants in 27 ALUS communities, across six provinces.

This past year alone, ALUS Canada disbursed nearly $2 M in funding to these ALUS communities, where more than 240 farmers and ranchers joined ALUS as participants and enrolled more than 4,000 additional acres in the program, creating new ALUS wetland, woodland, grassland, and pollinator projects.

Sara Miller from Two Hills County will be heading up the local program that was officially launched last month. (County of Two Hills/Submitted Photo)

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Senior Citizen Sunshine Club of Vegreville 4630 - 49 St. Vegreville. Ph: 780-632-2624. Hall/Room Rentals; Catering; Floor Curling; Pool Tables; Entertainment; Canasta; Whist. Birthday Club Breakfast 4th Sunday of the month. Jam With Us every 4th Friday of the month. A FUN PLACE FOR SENIORS FAMILIES & FRIENDS. New members 50+ welcome.

Alberta Health Services ALBERTA HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM has a variety of workshops available in the Vegreville area! Weight Wise, Craving Change, Diabetes the Basics and Better Choices, Better Health. Call 1-877-314-6997 for more information and to register. All classes will take place at the Vegreville Community Health Centre (5318-50 Street) Vegreville Food Bank Is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 Maple Street and is open every two weeks by appointment from 10am – noon. Phone 780-632-6002 or email: vegfoodbank93@gmail.com Vegreville Rotary Peace Park Bookings please call Vegreville News Advertiser 780-632-2861.

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 or over 60 years.

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

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

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

HEADS UP for AA Meets at Vegreville Sunshine Club 4630 - 49 St. every Monday at 8:00 PM.

Alanon New Beginning Meeting Contact 780275-0054.

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

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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. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. vegrevillemuseum.ca (780) 632-7650 12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Tuesday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014 – 50 St, Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933.

Every Wednesday Trapshooting Outdoor Range 7:00pm. Contact Geoff 780-632-1432 Friday Prayers: Weekly Jumaat prayer in Vegreville. If interested, please contact Deen 780-603-6090

12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Saturday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014-50 Street Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933.

How Disciples live Bible study and workshops.

We meet every Friday night at The Rock 501450 St. at 7pm. Call for info 780-632-2933.

Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Vegreville Regional Museum. Call 780-6327729 or 780-632-3495.

Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 meets the first Thursday of every month except July and August. Meetings are held in the Elks Hall at 7:30 pm. Contact George Childs at 780-6326406. For Hall rentals contact Stacey at 780632-7810.

Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish & Game Association) Meetings every 1st Thursday of the month at 5121 - 50 St. Vegreville. Please check our website VWF.ca Email: vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com

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

Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi-Purpose Room 7:30 p.m. Wednesday nights.

Vegreville Lions Club meets at Sunshine Senior Centre – 4630 - 49 Street. Meeting 7 p.m. 2nd Tuesday.

Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July and August. Meetings held in Senior Sunshine Club – 4630 – 49 Street at 2:00 p.m. Call Yvette 780-632-3019 Vegreville Garden Club meets the last Monday of most months at the Vegreville Ag. Society building, 4753 45 Ave. at 6:30 p.m. President – Diana Ashton 780-984-9190.

Legacy 4 Health Indoor Walking Program for Older Adults 10-11am at the Vegreville Centennial Library Gymnasium 4709-50 St, Contact Fred 780-632-3850 or George 780632-6457 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

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 632- 7070.

Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services, community funded agency - 4809 - 50 St. Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Outpatient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling and concurrent disorders. Office Hrs. – Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone 780-632-6617.

The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Ag Society Office. New members are always welcome!

Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and be active in the community. For more information, please call Danielle at 780690-0638.

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.

Join us at the Mundare Drop-In Centre every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm for floor curling, and every Thursday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for Coffee Talk.

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

AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact 780-656-5829

Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn.

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

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

VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math and speaking English).

Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting. Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program. Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780-632-7920 for more information.

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The popular two-day event gives Albertans from all corners of the province the opportunity to experience the farm and understand where their food comes from.

It also gives people the chance to taste local foods direct from the producer. One local producer who is expected to participate in the event is Ridge Lane Ranch which is located near Vegreville.

According to Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, Because of COVID-19, organizers are continuously Ridge Lane Ranch is teeming with life and folks will be able to take a glimpse for themselves during Open Farm Days

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In 2019, more than 150 host farms were part of Open Farm Days, and 29 culinary events helped connect urban and rural Albertans. Host farms have included traditional farms, livestock - bison, cattle, alpaca, sheep, llama, goat, poultry - farms and ranches, organic operations, corn mazes, wineries, meaderies, craft breweries, stables, petting zoos, along with honey, fruit, vegetable, grain, and u-pick farms.

Open Farm Days began seven years ago and has seen nearly 125,000 person visits, injecting close to $900,000 into the rural economy through on-farm sales. The public has enjoyed visiting 634 Alberta farms since its launch.

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Wayne Edwards took a double take of the world famous pysanka and its replica on the Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce float while watching and listening to the upbeat sounds of the Ukrainian dance band Millenia who were performing at Pysanka Park.

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empty promises - CONTINUED from front 14 legislative committee meeting that maintenance is CN’s responsibility.

In her letter, Tennant also stated, “Motorists have put up with the deplorable condition of this crossing long enough. Also, it should be brought to CN’s attention that they should be repairing and upgrading all the crossings within the town limits. The only one that was ever worked on is the one just east of the Co-op.

I would hope as town officials that this concern could be followed up on and contact made with CN head office in Winnipeg, until such time as there are some results, something more than empty promises.”

After reading the letter, MacPhee responded by saying, “Well, we’ve certainly had enough empty promises.

Our Premier has put in a new Bill in this province that we’re not allowed to block transportation systems like the railroad. I have threatened CN to block, shut it down for a week while we did some fixing.

We had a definite promise from CN. A lady from that department, but she’s moved up and her replacement doesn’t seem to know anything about Vegreville.

I think that Ms. Tennant is right, we need to get something done with CN here. If it means I have to go

back and do another threat I’m willing to do it.”

Coun. Tina Warawa said the obvious first step would be to get back to Ms. Tennant and let her know the town has been working on the matter. “I would suggest the town or the mayor write a letter to our MP as there is a CN rep. provided to local MP’s to send forward municipal issues they receive. It can’t hurt anything. And it could be a possible first step, and one that’s been used by other municipalities.”

MacPhee said he had dropped off the previous letter he had wrote to CN to Tennant and said she had read it. He went on to say, “It is very frustrating. The lack of cooperation. It’s an organization that goes through so many municipalities, who can take the interests of those municipalities so lightly. It’s unbelievable. I will reach out to our MP regarding this matter, and get another letter off to the President of CN.” On January 13, 2020, MacPhee wrote a letter to CN Executive Vice-President Sean Finn, informing him that, “The Town of Vegreville continues to receive significant amounts of complaints from our residents regarding the

poor condition of the CN crossing on Secondary Highway 857 north.

This crossing has large uneven heaves in the asphalt and is extremely rough. As a result, town administration has reached out on numerous occasions to both CN and Alberta Transportation with no satisfactory result. We have not received a response from CN for seven months, Alberta Transportation has limited information and cannot confirm if this crossing is going to be repaired, let alone when it will be repaired.

Therefore, Vegreville town council has decided that the Town of Vegreville will undertake repair of the asphalt at this crossing starting May 5, 2020.”

That repair was not undertaken by the town. Kaleb Brink, Communications Coordinator for the Town of Vegreville, said the town did not complete any repairs to the highway or rail crossing, and the asphalt work that was completed on the crossing last week was done

by Emcon, which is contracted by the Province.

Vegreville Virtual Pysanka Festival a Success Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Vegreville 47th Annual Pysanka Festival was presented mainly online on July 3, 4, and 5. This event was done virtually so that everyone could observe safety protocols due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Festival Coordinator Patricia Shewchuk said there were around 40 people who volunteered for the festival.

“What needed to be done to make this event possible was a lot of searching for videos online, doing videos with our volunteers where we did displays and demonstrations that we put on YouTube.

Then we had to come up with a schedule for our three-day virtual festival which we could show online which started on Friday, July 3 at 2 pm for our Opening Ceremony and it ended Sunday, July 5 at 3 p.m.” Shewchuk said.

She went on to say the event was very successful overall. “We had over 153,000 people who viewed the event online, were engaged in our post, and commented about the festival. We had a lot of people

thank us for still putting on a festival even through it was done virtually.

We had viewers from all over Canada, United States, Australia, New Zealand, and Ukraine who all provided positive feedback. They were very happy that Millenia came through town and that it was live streamed.

The Yarmarok Marketplace had over 20,000 people who visited the online market. Since this online event was very successful, I was thinking about maybe having a few of the features next year online, but it will be up to the board.

There were a lot of people who were not aware of our festival before and they commented that they were planning to make a trip out to see it in 2021 after they viewed it online.

Shewchuk added that the Millenia Concert Tour which performed live at all the senior citizen’s homes in Vegreville was very successful and wellreceived by the seniors. “People are still talking about how much they enjoyed this concert.”

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Pickleball is a Game for Everyone Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Pickleball is a game that is a combination of tennis, table tennis, and badminton. It is played on an indoor or outdoor court with a net, and the objective is to hit the ball over the net in a way that stops the opposition from returning it.

Ever since the COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted by the Alberta Government and the Town of

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Rolling into Friendship Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent There is nothing like exercising with friends on a bright sunny day. So, when the weather cleared up on July 15, these young girls decided to get together and rollerblade around Vegreville.

(Rosanne Fortier/photos)

Vegreville, citizens of all ages who enjoy playing badminton have ventured out to Vegreville Tennis Courts to play the game of pickleball.

Participants said people of all ages can play pickleball. It is free to play outdoors, but there is a small fee when they have to rent an indoor space, which they do during the winter months.

The players, who are members of the drop-in pickleball group, revealed that this is a good game for seniors to play because it is very competitive. It is a very active game, and it keeps you fit and socially engaged.

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing seniors’ sports in Canada. They are always open to new players and are very patient when they teach new players how to play the sport.

There are different levels of playing for different ages.

Splashing Summer Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Lukas Gullekson spent the afternoon of July 15 at the Vegreville Lions Club Community Spray Park trying out all the water toys and equipment while he occasionally splashed his mom with water who wasn’t far away.

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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, When I stopped by the town hall to renew my dog's license, I mentioned that I owned a ferret.

That's when the clerk told me that the ferret needs a license as well. I joked with her and said that the ferret doesn't drive, but apparently she forgot her sense of humor that day. She actually threatened to send out animal control if I didn't get a license. Why is a license required on animals that stay indoors their entire life? I don't need one for my goldfish.

Duane “Cash” Holze & Todd “Carry” Holze

fish to wear a collar might be a bit difficult. And the heavy tags would weigh them down like an anchor.

Carry: Besides, wouldn’t that be called a fishing license?

Cash: Surprisingly though, the clerk at your town is probably right. Ferrets are considered exotic animals and are regulated by laws just like dogs and cats. Each town can vary in its ordinances, and some choose to tighten up regulations beyond the state guidelines. Your town just happens to have a law that requires ferrets to be licensed.

Carry: However, you should

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consider yourself lucky. Some cities such as Washington, DC or New York City for example, actually ban the ownership of ferrets.

And currently, the entire states of Hawaii and California still ban these pets as well.

Cash: If you buy a ferret through a pet store, most likely the store would supply you with information on licensing your new ferret. However, if you find one through the classifieds, it's up to the owner to check with the town for any regulations.

Carry: Ferrets tend to be regulated for several reasons. Like cats and dogs, they are susceptible

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All animals have some kind of scent, but the ferret is known for standing out among pets. Its scent comes from oil glands under the skin. Fortunately though, once a ferret is neutered or spayed, their odor can decrease dramatically.

However, more importantly, maintaining a healthy diet, clean ears and teeth, and clean surroundings (litter box, cage and bedding) will help keep any odor under control.

The other day I was sitting on a park bench reading your column. An older woman walked up and sat down next to me to read a book. I looked over at her and noticed a small ferret laying on her shoulder. The whole time I was there the ferret didn't move. It was actually amazing.

As I folded up my newspaper to leave, I turned to the woman and asked, "I noticed your ferret hasn't moved the whole time we've been sitting here. Does he always stay around your neck like that?"

Reaching up to pet the little guy she smiled and whispered, "All the time. He thinks he's a mink."

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to rabies. Hence, a license helps insure owners are getting the proper vaccinations for their pets.

Cash: Try getting your goldfish to stay still for those shots!

Carry: The regulations also exist because some municipalities believe that ferrets would breed and become a nuisance animal if ever released into the wild. This argument tends to be rather questionable. Most ferrets are too domesticated to survive living in the wild.

Cash: The same is probably true for your goldfish. If he escaped, the farthest he'd probably get is the living room floor!

While many people associate the ferret with the rodent family, it is not true. Ferrets are mammals, and descend from the Siberian or European polecat. They are a part of the weasel family and are related to minks, otters, skunks, badgers and wolverines. Ferrets were first domesticated thousands of years ago and were a favorite among the English nobility in the 12th to 14th century. Today's domestic ferrets have few survival instincts. They suffer from poor eyesight, poor hunting skills, and have little fear of potentially dangerous situations. They are best kept in a safe environment.

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Pet Valu to Open Location in Vegreville Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Town of Vegreville Economic Development Manager announced that Pet Valu will be opening up shop in town this fall.

Koep made the announcement during town council’s July 14 legislative committee meeting. “That’s great news,” stated Koep.

He said the company is planning to open its 4,000 square foot facility this November.

Requests for information from Pet Valu were not answered before press time.

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PALS Program Growing by Leaps and Bounds

Tributes MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory of Peter & Mary Worobeck Gone but not forgotten Thanks to the Two Hills Nursing Home.

Remembered by your three sons and their families

OBITUARY PATRIE, Rhonda May 9, 1963 - July 21, 2017 We think about you always We talk about you still, You have never been forgotten, And you never will.

We hold you close with our hearts And there you will remain, To walk and guide us through our lives, Until we meet again.

With the most love, Clarence, Jarrett, Amanda, Chandel, Gerald, Raelynn, Nick and Jolene

In Loving Memory of HAMALIUK, John George April 18, 1920 - July 21, 2013

In Loving Memory of HAMALIUK, Stanley Mike June 15, 1948 - July 29, 2006 You left us with heavy hearts and tears If only we could turn back the clocks and relive these memorable years Your determination and inspiration was beyond measure Having you in our life was a precious gift that we will always treasure Our lives go on without you And nothing is the same We try to hide our heartache When someone speaks your name Sad are the hearts that loved you Silent the tears that fall Living our lives without you Is the hardest part of all The special years will not return When we were all together But with the love within our hearts You will walk with us forever Loved forever until we meet again Love Liz, Neil/Darcie, Olivia/Norm and Family Lorne/Rose, Sophia and Jason All Other Relatives

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PALICHUK, Annie March 2, 1925 - July 15, 2020 On July 15, 2020 Annie Palichuk of Vegreville passed away peacefully at the age of 95 years. Annie is survived by one daughter, Susan Frankiw; four grandchildren: Dale, Tammy (Darren), Eugene (Karen), and Jason (Shauna); nine great-grandchildren: Alyssa, Shelby and Brenden Shapka, Nicole and Darren Frankiw, Katie, Christina, and Michael Frankiw, and Steven (Stephanie) Pawluk; and three great-greatgranddaughters, Sophie, Olivia and Charlotte Pawluk.

Predeceased by her husband, Mike; daughter, Shirley; parents, Nick and Hafia Laschowski; son-in-law, Joe Frankiw; and all her siblings.

Private Parastas service was held on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, Plain Lake. Rev. Don Bodnar officiating with interment in Church Cemetery. In memory of Annie, donations may be made to Plain Lake Church or Plain Lake Cemetery.

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TURKO, Violet On July 18, 2020 Vi Turko of Vegreville passed away peacefully at the age of 94 years. Vi is survived by two daughters and two sons, Mary Ann Ardell, Joann Milligan (Derek Andrews), John (Loreen) Turko, and Bill (Sandra) Turko; ten grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren. Predeceased by her husband, John; parents, Mary and Vern Soper; and all her siblings.

Private Celebration of Life will be held. In Vi’s memory, donations may be made to Maple Street Worship Centre.

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FIELD, Henry (Hank) Walter Henry (Hank) Walter Field passed away peacefully at home on July 19, 2020 at the age of 88 years. There will be a memorial parade held for Hank on Monday July 27, 2020. A wagon will depart from the Bruce School grounds at 1:00 PM and make its way down main street.

The family would like to remind anyone who comes to the parade to please respect all protocols in regards to COVID-19.

I lieu of flowers the family requests that you make a donation to STARS, the Stollery Children’s Hospital, the Holden Legion, or the Cowboy’s Benevolent Fund.

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The Play And Learn at School, (PALS), pre-kindergarten program has been increasing in popularity since its inception in 2013.

PALS was first offered by Elk Island Public Schools, (EIPS), back in 2013 and enrolment has steadily increased. Between 2016-’17 and 2019-’20 enrolment jumped from 75 to 182 children.

The program first began in Fort Saskatchewan and Sherwood Park and has branched out to rural areas including Vegreville, Mundare, Lamont, and Ardrossan. Laura McNabb, Director of Communication Services for EIPS, says, “Pre-Kindergarten programming has had a long-standing history in Elk Island Public Schools, as educators and administrators recognized important research regarding Early Learners and student success throughout their educational journey. Understanding that student progress would be magnified by providing early intervention for students with disabilities and delay, in a multidisciplinary setting, EIPS began its REACH program in select schools, first within Sherwood Park and then in Fort Saskatchewan.

In 2013, EIPS changed the name of this program to Play And Learn at School (PALS). The name change succinctly communicates the program goal of learning in a play-based environment. It is founded on the principles of play-based learning and literacy-enriched classes.

But Elk Island Public Schools is more than just its urban centers. It is a diverse School Division with excellent opportunities in its rural communities.

Ardrossan Elementary was the next school to open a PALS program, followed

by A. L. Horton Elementary, Lamont Elementary, and then Mundare School.

Each Learning Team of parents, administrators, teachers, educational assistants, consultants, Speech-Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Assistive Technology, provide superb early intervention programming for our early learners with disabilities.

McNabb said, “PALS programming supports children over two years and eight months of age to under four years and eight months on September 01, with a medical diagnosis or assessed developmental delay that meets Alberta Education’s Special Education Criteria for Program Unit Funding (PUF).

PALS centers have smaller child to educator ratios and K-12 classrooms.

The PALS program was founded on the three principles of play-based learning, literacy and language-rich environments, and emergent curriculum.

Play-based learning is powerful and the most critical element of programming in early learning classrooms. PALS programs include many different types of play: sensory, explorative, physical, creative, symbolic, projective, dramatic play, and games with rules.

Literacy and language-rich classrooms enrich children’s vocabulary; help build concepts; and expand language and emergent literacy skills through book reading, conversations, and activities.

Emergent curriculum balances skill building with facilitating a child’s journey into new ideas and concepts. PALS classrooms have a strong child-centered base, with an emphasis on constructing meaning and building relationships.

The child is an active participant in learning.

Each child’s individual learning needs are guided by an Instructional Support Plan (ISP) that is created by the Learning Team. The ISP is a specific plan that provides a description of the individual child’s learning goals, and related instructional strategies and support that will be implemented during the school year.”

McNabb added, “Centre-based programming hours are led by a certificated teacher and supported by the Learning Team. The PALS programs offer 475 hours of center-based programming. Depending on the location, centre hours may be four half days per week (Monday – Thursday) or two full days per week.” Registration for the program is currently open. McNabb noted, “The program will run as outlined only if there is a full return to classes in the fall.

Should there be a blend of in-class and remote learning, the Division would need to consider alternate ways to provide early learning supports to children registered in the program.”

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MLA Highlights Local Improvement Projects Dear friends and neighbours, I really enjoy taking the time each week to keep residents up to date on what we are up to in the Alberta Legislature.

The COVID-19 pandemic and oil price collapse have dealt a double whammy to Alberta’s economy, leading to the largest economic collapse since the Great Depression. Premier Jason Kenney has been outspoken about the need for Alberta to be bold, take action, and make strategic investments now so that our province emerges from this crisis stronger than ever.

This is why one of the first actions our government took was to double capital maintenance and renewal spending for

2020 and accelerate over $1 billion to fix our roads, bridges, hospitals, and schools faster.

This approach ensures money will get out the door immediately, helping create 3,000 much-needed jobs for Albertans.

Now, our government is taking the next step to support Alberta’s economic recovery by working with communities throughout the province to tackle their muchneeded road and bridge construction projects.

Alberta has invested $150 million in water infrastructure grants that will support 55 water and wastewater improvement projects and approximately 1,300 jobs across the province.

One of these projects was awarded to

the Town of Mundare for a northside lift station. The government is providing a $656,250 grant to the project that will create much-needed jobs in the community.

This funding recognizes that supporting water and wastewater infrastructure is critical to the quality of life, economic growth, and resiliency of Alberta’s communities.

Our government is also significantly increasing new investment in municipal infrastructure programs, like the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program (STIP), to fix and build needed roads and bridges in rural communities across Alberta.

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This will benefit the residents and businesses of the County of Two Hills by improving this important municipal infrastructure.

If you should have any questions or concerns regarding this or any other provincial matter don’t hesitate to contact my office by email at fortsaskatchewan.vegreville@assembly.ab.ca or by phone at 780-632-6840.

This additional investment will support the province’s economic recovery and create jobs while ensuring rural municipalities have the infrastructure they need to grow sustainably.

Sincerely, Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

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Town of Lamont Issues COVID-19 Public Advisory Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

On July 13 the Town of Lamont posted an advisory on its website stating, “We are sorry to hear an individual in the region has contracted COVID-19, we wish them a speedy recovery and that their family members remain safe and healthy.

We are not at liberty to give any details other than we know there is a confirmed case in Lamont County.

Reporting of COVID-19 cases are handled by Alberta Health Services

and the Government of Alberta.

The Town of Lamont follows the direction of AHS, which is the authority on COVID-19 for municipalities. The town has a responsibility to the community and our employees to take reasonable measures to limit the spread of COVID19; and we have been diligent with cleaning and sanitizing protocols.”

Christine Beaveridge, Chief Administrative Officer of the Town of Lamont, said the town received a media inquiry on Sunday, (July 12), requesting information about a newly confirmed case in Lamont.

“We were not at liberty to give any details other than we heard there was a confirmed case in Lamont County. Mayor Skinner wanted to extend best wishes to the family and take the opportunity to remind members of the community to continue taking precautions by maintaining physical distance, washing hands and wearing a mask.”

july 22, 2020

Holy Trinity Pysanka Festival Ukrainian Plate Take-Out

A customer buys tickets for the meal from volunteers who helped to sell the tickets for the meal from left-to-rightTheresa Corry and Janet Kobylnyk.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent To ensure that people had a chance to have a plate of traditional Ukrainian food during the 47th Annual Pysanka Festival, that was mostly online, Holy Trinity Catering had a Pysanka Festival Ukrainian Plate Take-Out meal available for people to purchase on July 4.

Holy Trinity Catering received a total of around 40 orders for this meal.

Lorraine Stoyko, Volunteer Organizer and Secretary for Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church (Parish) prepared this meal and organized this event with many volunteers from the parish. “100% of the funds raised will support the parish’s needs. Once or twice a year we choose a community cause to donate towards, such as the Christmas Bureau or Food Bank,” Stoyko explained. “However due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the church has suffered a significant decline in fundraising income, as many other religious and nonprofit organizations have as well. And so at this time are fundraising for our church’s needs.”

People who bought this meal before said they continue to purchase it because it is delicious. For people who didn’t have a chance to buy this meal this time, at the end of each month, people will be able to purchase this traditional Ukrainian meal again.

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Town of Mundare Receives Funding to Replace Lift Station Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Province recently doled out money for major infrastructure projects, and the Town of Mundare’s application for funding of a new lift station was successful.

Colin Zyla, Chief Administrative Officer for the Town of Mundare, confirmed the town will be receiving 75 percent funding, ($656,250) for the replacement of its lift station.

The total estimated cost of the project is $875,000. Zyla said the tender for the project should be going out next week, and the hope is that construction can begin in September.

The town is purchasing additional land next to the existing lift station to allow for construction of the new lift station, added Zyla.

Earlier in the week the Province announced the allocation of $150 million for 55 water and wastewater infrastructure projects throughout Alberta that will create an estimated 1,300 jobs.

Minburn County Receives Funding Boost for Infrastructure Projects

The Town of Mundare will be replacing its lift station thanks in part to the Province which is providing $656,250 in funding for the project. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A recent funding boost of $50 million for infrastructure projects by the Province is good news for Minburn County.

The additional funding under the Strategic Infrastructure Improvement Program, (STIP), will allow for two bridge replacements in the amount of $346,950 for a bridge north of Vegreville and a bridge south of Mannville.

Earlier in 2020, the county received funding confirmation for two projects through the STIP program. Brent Williams, Chief Administrative Officer of Minburn County, said they received $1.12 million for Range Road 143 rebuild from Highway 631 to Highway 16, and $309,000 is for a bridge culvert replacement near Mannville.

Canola Crops Captivate Attention

The eye catching vibrant canary yellow blooms of canola fields were in abundance in the Ranfurly area last week.

(Michelle Pinon/Photo)

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Vegreville Town Council Kiboshes Garage Sale Requests Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Members of Vegreville town council decisively rejected requests by more than a dozen residents to hold garage sales in the community.

Community Services Director Phil Rowe brought the requests forward for discussion at town council’s legislative committee meeting on July 14. “I received 14 calls over the past two weeks. I told all of them I would bring it up for discussion today. All of them want them to resume,” stated Rowe.

The town does not currently have any rule in place regarding garage sales. “We technically have no bylaw in place to ban it, (garage sales).” Several months earlier, Rowe said it was an emergency services recommendation not to hold garage sales, and one that council had agreed with at the time.

“I am suggesting we could allow for it with physical distancing and have vendors provide markings, provide hand sanitizer, and basically promote as much health and safety and physical distancing as possible keeping in mind cases are growing around the province as we speak. So, it is up for discussion.”

Mayor Tim MacPhee asked if anyone had any comments before stating, “Maybe we don’t have a bylaw stopping garage sales, but we could make one.”

Coun. Dave Berry said, “I understand the request to have garage sales, but I also understand the risks that we are taking with garage sales. Because they are a very high touch, who goes to garage sales that don’t pick up items and put them down, and take a look around.”

Barry continued, “It’s a high contact situation. It is a risk whether or not people would take the precautions that are necessary. I realize there are other communities that have garage sales as an opportunity to generate revenue, and that there are groups I’ve heard from. I’m still reluctant to open it up completely unless there is a lot of supervision that individuals are taking precautions to prevent the possibility of preventing the spread of COVID-19.

We have to remember COVID-19 still exists. It is still with us, and it’s still close to this community, and with a bit of luck we’re not being affected at this moment, but that could change overnight. So, I’m still not of the belief and encourage individuals to wisely wait before they start having garage sales.”

Coun. Taneen Rudyk said in speaking with other elected officials, it (garage sales),remain a concern in this province and across the country. As more and more people go outside and are in closer contact there have been more reported cases like in the communities of Sylvan Lake, Jasper and Banff, stated Rudyk. She also raised the question around enforcement and penalties.

“I am not certain the benefits outweigh the risks at this point, and there still are other ways to provide barter or sales without face to face contact. I’m honestly surprised by how many people there are not wearing masks or paying attention to

physical distancing in public places where you can’t get far enough apart. From personal experience and choice I don’t believe it’s the right choice now or wise.”

MacPhee said, “I personally believe we’ve done a very good job up and until now in this community, but now that everyone is venturing out a little further I feel that we are about to probably experience some stuff in the community, and any encouragement on behalf of the town for people to gather this way because without any rules we won’t be able to enforce any rules. Myself, personally, I don’t think it’s a good idea. I see what’s happening in this province, they’re just getting too comfortable right now.

We have no bylaw, we’re not under any emergency measures right now to act at all medical. I don’t think we should encourage garage sales right now.”

The remaining members of council did not speak in favour of allowing garage sales in the community.

Rowe said he would prepare communications stating it is not prudent to proceed with a bylaw.

Back on May 7 the town posted a notice on its website asking residents who were thinking of hosting a garage sale to postpone the event until further notice.

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