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RCMP files from JULY 19 - 25 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser July 19 08:35 – Report that someone cut the complainant’s garden hose and then proceeded to try to syphon gasoline from a vehicle in Mundare. The gas cap from the vehicle was taken. Under investigation. 14:42 – A client attended the detachment asking for advice regarding labour laws. Members provided contact information for Alberta Labour and Canada Immigration. July 20 11:06 – Report of theft of fuel overnight from a residence in Mundare. The fuel line near the tank was cut on a Jeep Wrangler and fuel was taken. Under investigation. 12:43 – Report of the theft of a truck, trailer, and tractor stolen from a property in Lamont County. The trailer was recovered a few days prior as abandoned. The truck is a white GMC 4500. Under investigation. 17:00 – Report of large round bales being stolen from a property near Vegreville. Approximately 30 bales were taken some time in the last 10 days. Under investigation. July 21 08:24 – Report of an ATV and dirt bike stolen from a Vegreville residence overnight. Under investigation. The quad was located and recovered in Vegreville on July 25th. 10:02- Report of mischief at the Ranfurly Ag Society. Multiple items were spray painted. Under investigation. 10:32 – Traffic enforcement in the area which resulted in approximately 8 speeding tickets. July 22 09:30 – Report of a garage door being kicked in at a residence in Mundare. It did not appear that any property was taken. Under investigation. 23:27 – While conducting curfew checks on two individuals in Vegreville at the same residence on conditions. A 20-year-old female and 50-year-old male were both not home during the check. Warrants have been issued for their arrest. July 23 09:00 – Report of someone sleeping on the sidewalk near a Vegreville residence. Members and municipal enforcement attended and found the subject sleeping. The suspect woke up and said it was a “pretty place to sleep” and was taking a
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July 24 10:14 – 911 call to report an “unknown situation”. Members attended a local lodging establishment and spoke to he tenant who indicated that there was an issue with the microwave sparking. The owner of the business was consulted and resolved the issue. 12:18 – Traffic enforcement in the area. One driver was clocked driving 158 Kmph in the 110 kmph zone. The 35-yearold female from Calgary was issued a ticket with a Voluntary Penalty of $470. Other infractions during the enforcement were for speeding. 22:22 – Report of a break and enter to a camper and a garage at a Vegreville residence. Members attended and cleared both locations. There were no suspects present and nothing appeared to have been taken. Under investigation. July 25 00:30 – While on patrol, members observed a male yelling and intoxicated in the town of Vegreville causing a disturbance. The male was arrested for being intoxicated in public and lodged in cells until sober. 06:28 – Report of a male breaking vehicle windows in Vegreville. Members located the suspect and he was arrested for mischief on this file and others. The
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Gone to the Dogs. Only in Canada. policing issue, but rather a legal issue. Once a suspect has been arrested, the first part of the Gone to the dogs. The saying has a job is done by police and the responsibility is few possible origins. One is a referlargely shifted to the legal system. ence to the early time when dogs While many people may have had suspiwere first domesticated and leftcions that our legal system has gone to the overs were given to them for meals. dogs, we now have real proof out of the Peel The meal would have been said to region in Ontario. Peel is a region with about have ‘gone to the dogs’. Another is 1.5 million people covering Brampton, believed to be related to Greyhound Caledon, and Mississauga. In May of this racing of days gone by when someyear, police Const. Kevin Arnem with his one had ‘gone to the dogs’, they may K-9 partner Nitro responded to a 911 call not come back with their paycheque. about a suspected impaired driver in a possiNeedless to say, the connotation is bly stolen car. negative. What went down? According to the comConst. Kevin Arnem with partner Nitro If I were to ask you what comes to ment from the “Special Investigations Unit”, (Twitter Photo/Peel Regional Police mind when I say ‘it’s gone to the there is reasonable grounds that the officer dogs”, I’m sure that among the wide variety of answers there committed criminal offenses during the arrest where the would be a few staples. Some of the favourites revolve around 22-year-old male suspect was seriously injured. politics, the environment, our favourite sports team, our econoThis resulted in Const. Kevin Arnem being charged with one my, and the law. count of assault causing bodily harm and one count of assault Everyone that reads the Blotter has seen the reports of curfew with a weapon. What the highlights leave out is that the checks and the notes on offenders who are in what looks like a “weapon” in question was in fact K-9 Nitro. catch and release cycle. It bears reminding that this is not a During the arrest, the suspect was bitten by Nitro in the calf and required stitches. Also, just like our very own Blotter, the suspect was arrested again a week later when a different K-9 team responded to another alleged car theft. This time, K-9 Kylo tracked down the suspect. According to Peel Police, they have another 10 dogs for the client to meet should the legal system not address the problem. This still leaves the question as to the fate of Const. Arnem and his K-9 partner Nitro. The officer will make an appearance in Brampton court on Aug 13. One can only hope that the court will use logic and understand that the K-9 did what it was trained to do and immobilized the suspect. This case should be tossed out and the time should be used to hear cases that will benefit society. If not, it will open the flood gates for more litigation and fewer options for police forces. Not long after, we could see police across Canada without wagging tails in their tool box. Instead they will have to resort to wagging fingers as suspected criminals jog off into the sunset before coming back the next week to steal your car. It’s a sign of the times and the desire by some to coddle law breakers while they attempt to control the narrative by providing only the information that suits their version of the truth. This may be the ultimate proof of what we have suspected for some time. Our legal system may have gone to the dogs. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com Arthur Beaudette
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SOD BREAKING - CONTINUED from FRONT PAGE Vegreville, but no contracts have been signed to date. MLA Armstrong-Homeniuk stated that, “On the tour we stopped by Highland feeders for a short tour, we also stopped by Prosperity Industrial Park to check up on the progress, and we ended our day at Quest disposables with a fantastic fundraiser.” She also expressed her appreciation to Highland Feeders and Quest for hosting the tour and fundraiser, and for Premier Kenney for bringing the rain along with him. Pictured from L-R: Tim MacPhee, Jason Kenney, Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, Jerrold Lemko, Taneen Rudyk, Dave Berry, and Marielle Brodziak. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
thanked the town for its “visionary project” that will “add value to this region’s historic ag industry” and the provincial government’s promise of supporting the project with an infrastructure investment. MacPhee responded by saying, “Thank you Premier for coming out today and MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk. We are trying to entice a new industry altogether. The hemp industry is one of our biggest players in this new park and we’re going to use the local producers here to grow some nice crops and we’re going to create new products, and all kinds of things in this industry, from textiles right down to pulp and paper products. It’s just another thing our local producers can do, and we are going to create the jobs and add the value right here in our community.” MLA Armstrong-Homeniuk briefly touched on the invaluable support of Alberta Innovates, and how important it is to have the agricultural research facility in Vegreville. MacPhee pointed out that, “Alberta Innovates is the biggest reason the hemp industry is going where it is. The Government of Alberta has derisked this industry through Alberta Innovates.
Every process of growing, right down to stripping it down into the fibres, so the government has done a great job of derisking the industry. In a follow up interview with Premier Kenney he was asked, “How can the provincial government t help support the town in the next phase as far as getting investors there to take advantage of that opportunity? He responded by saying, “I love the vision and the concept. Credit goes to Mayor MacPhee and MLA ArmstrongHomeniuk for their great work. I was excited to turn the sod on that. We’re putting in millions to support the infrastructure. I love the value-added aspect for agriculture. And of course, Alberta Innovates having its ag. research facility right there in Vegreville is going to be a great a magnet for new investment like it is for that big hemp facility going in. That’s going to add value to ag. products and help local farmers. I think it’s awesome. We’ve created a new agency, it’s called Invest Alberta, and it’s scouring the world for new investment to come into our province, and we want to connect that
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90 Years Ago – July 29, 1931
Combining of spring wheat on the Oliver farm near Taber, started Monday. The wheat is yielding about 12 bushels per acre and is showing good color and grade. Harvesting will be fairly general east of Lethbridge within the next ten days. A hailstorm on Friday night near Ryley and another one on Sunday evening did considerable damage in this district. The first storm took a narrow strip in the Spinning district, north of Ryley. The Sunday storm hit the Haight district very hard and also did plenty of damage west of Ryley. Mr. J. Benneman’s big barn was caught by a twister and the roof carried across the road. The crops of various farmers in the Lavoy district were damaged by hail during the storm on Sunday night. Some of them were hit quite hard while the others were only slightly hurt. Crops in the Andrew area are in excellent condition. The farmers expect a yield of thirty bushels of wheat per acre. The 100% Tailors have added a new addition t their tailor department, having procured a first class tailor who will take care of all kinds of work, cleaning, pressing and repairing.
75 Years Ago – July 24, 1946
Piper Cub, one of the most famed light aircraft used in the Second World War, which is said to “welcome” any postage stamp cow pasture as a landing and takeoff strip, will shortly be available to civilian purchases in Edmonton. It is ideal for north bush flying and for small flying clubs, now being formed in Alberta towns and rural districts. A new series of sugar coupons for temporary ration cards, bearing a buffalo design instead of a beaver, has just been issued by the Raton Administration of the Wartime Prices and Trade Board. The coupons bearing the beaver design will continue to be used until further notice so that both buffalo and beaver coupons will now be recognized as valid ration documents for temporary ration card holders. During the month of June, the Vegreville Flour Mill shipped five cars of flour to Britain, 2530 barrels and also two cars to Hong Kong. During the same month, they sold over 100 tons of mill feed equal to over three cars and did a mixed feed business of around 100 tons. The mill runs 24 hours per day and has plenty of orders to keep busy for a long time on the 24 hour basis.
50 Years Ago – July 29, 1971
Premier Harry Strom announced the date of the provincial election as August 30th. Locally three candidates have been nominated by their respective parties. Alex Gordey, Social Credit; John Batiuk, Progressive Conservative and W.B. (Barney) Welsh, New Democratic Party. Returning officer is Ernie Youzwishen who is handling the chore for the third time around. A slight change in the area of the constituency has left about 10,000 voters compared with 13,000 in the last election. Twelve townships have been added to the northern portion of the constituency formerly parts of the Willingdon – Two Hills Constituency while areas in the south have been incorporated into the Camrose Constituency. The constituency’s name was also changed from Vegreville-Bruce to Vegreville. It was learned by council that the stands and fence in the swimming pool would be repaired this week. Council was also advised that about 75 children had registered with the supervised playground program. Further matters of recreation it was reported that the Recreation Board favors the hiring of a recreation director. Council, too, expressed its favor of hiring a director bur said not this year as money is not available.
25 Years Ago – July 30, 1996
Dani Keller played in the Alberta Junior Ladies’ provincials in Peace River. She place third in her flight in 54 holes of stroke play as well as taking first place for Accumulated Low Net in her flight. Dani has had a successful year as she was one of six junior girls in Alberta chosen to participate in the “Future Legends of Golf” program. Highway 36 north of Highway 16 was closed for almost 12 hours when a tanker truck left the road and rolled in the ditch. The accident occurred in front of a farmyard. The unit, owned by Westcan Bulk Transport of Sherwood Park, left the road about 7:50 a.m. The truck was carrying 40,000 liters of gasoline, and a good portion spilled into the ditch. Three area ladies won gold at the Alberta Senior Games held in St. Paul. Gold medal winners were Elaine Keith of Vegreville in the 55-64 years crochet with yarn, Jean Krawchuk of Two Hills in the 55-64 years, crochet with cotton and Lillian Tymchyshyn of Mannville in the 65 years and over poured ceramics.
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Canadian Senate Turns Its Back on Genocide in Xinjiang Markus Kolga Macdonald-Laurier Institute If there was any doubt that foreign propaganda is influencing Canadian democracy, the defeat of a Senate motion to recognize the Uyghur genocide last month should remove it. In total, 33 Canadian Senators voted to turn their backs on millions of Muslim Uyghur victims and their families and were hailed by Beijing as “people of vision” and embraced for rejecting “the despicable schemes of a few anti-China forces” for doing so. The Senators who spoke against the motion used rhetorical tactics and narratives that bore worrying similarities to those used by Beijing. The outcome of the Senate vote clearly demonstrates that authoritarian regimes are having an impact on our democratic institutions and processes. The capacity and will of such regimes to manipulate our perceptions and impair our ability to express our true principles and values in our decision making is nothing new. Canada’s National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians and other western intelligence experts have repeatedly warned that foreign interference represents a significant threat to our democracy and society – without any significant response from the current government. The Soviets pioneered the use of disinformation and influence operations to manipulate U.S. perceptions in the early 1920s. When concerns about Stalin’s manufactured famine in Ukraine started circulating in the West in 1932, Stalin turned to a New York Times reporter named Walter Duranty to suppress news about the Soviet genocide that killed millions of Ukrainians. Duranty had earned his fame and a posh lifestyle by
laundering Josef Stalin’s crimes in western media, declaring that Stalin’s terror and mass murder was “done with noble purpose.” A Welsh journalist, Gareth Jones visited Ukraine at the height of the famine and, in 1933, exposed the horrific mass suffering to the British public. Ever loyal to his Soviet friends, Duranty dismissed and marginalized Jones’ account as hype and a “big scare story”- not unlike modern-day Chinese government spin about its own genocide in Xinjiang. Duranty would later outright deny the genocide, writing that the conditions in Ukraine “are bad, but there is no famine.” Congratulating him for his efforts to suppress the story about the Holodomor genocide, Stalin told Duranty on Christmas Day 1933, “You have done a good job in your reporting the U.S.S.R. … because you try to tell the truth about our country.” It took decades for Duranty’s willing participation in Soviet disinformation to be formally recognized. In 1990 The New York Times admitted in an editorial that Duranty’s dispatches from the Soviet Union and the Ukrainian famine, were “some of the worst reporting to appear in this newspaper.” Today, authoritarians in Moscow, Beijing and Tehran actively seek out modern-day Durantys to help downplay western concerns about efforts to kill human rights activists like Alexey Navalny, and spread doubts about China’s ongoing genocide in Xinjiang. In the worst cases, government officials who harbour sympathies towards those regimes – for whatever reason – adopt those narratives in order to influence decision making in our democratic institutions. Most recently, Russian and Chinese state media have shamelessly exploited the horrific discoveries of unmarked graves of children at former Canadian residential schools to draw a false moral equivalence and
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Vegreville’s Northeast Walking Trail Loop Completed
Recently paved trail behind 59 Avenue and 43 A Street. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser This summer got off to a busy start with the completion of the Town of Vegreville’s northeast walking trail loop. The 1.3 kilometre stretch of paved walking trail was recently completed by contractor B & W Asphalt. The total cost of the project was $196,000. Funds for the project had been previously budgeted and were covered under the Government of Alberta’s Municipal Stimulus Program. According to the town’s official press release, “Construction of the loop began this spring and now allows walkers the option to traverse from the existing trail to 54th Avenue, avoiding the ‘trafficheavier’ stretch of 43rd Street nearest St. Joseph’s General Hospital. From there, walkers can continue north along the sidewalk to 54A Avenue before venturing on a new addition of the trail adjacent to St. Martin’s School which continues to the man-made pond near 43A Street. The loop then reconnects to the existing trail on 47th Street and amenities such as the Vegreville Kinettes Playground, the Kinsmen Outdoor Hockey Rink and the
Vegreville Vortex Football Field.” Further additions to the town’s walking trail system have begun. Base work south of 42 Avenue and 50 Street has been completed. Community Services Director Phil Rowe said they will be using recycled
asphalt from the landfill for the base of the southwest walking trail which is located just south of St. Mary’s Catholic High School and goes for a distance of 1.3 kilometres. The town will also be using in-house labour and materials to complete the trail. Rowe said they are looking at planting an edible orchard and developing an offleash area for dogs in phase two of the project that could possibly be completed in the next year or two. A walking trail is also being planned for Foxview Estates. As well, the town is looking to extend the existing playground. Rowe expects Canadian Recreation Supply to be ready to install the new playground equipment by the end of
September. Funds for the playground extension is also covered under the MSP grant in the amount of $60,000. Rowe said that they are planning to upgrade the existing BMX track in the subdivision to increase utilization. As well, they are hoping to plant some trees that are covered under the legacy tree planting program. Once all of the improvements are made the town will be able to market the 16 serviced lots which it owns in Foxview Estates. Rowe said there is the potential to develop another 100 lots on that parcel of land. 21081AA3
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Deerland Vegreville Country Fair Features Great Line Up of Events The Vegreville Ag Society would like to thank the following sponsors for their continuing support of the Country Fair Fair Major Sponsor Deerland Equipment Grandstand Sponsor Wiebe Insurance Stage Sponsor Canalta Panels Ltd. Fireworks Woodwynn Farm Ltd. Antique Tractor Pulls Tingley's Harvest Centre Webb's Machinery Vegreville Mechanical Ltd. Deerland Equipment Nutrien Ag Solutions Backdrops Cargill H.C.L. Site Services Rocky Mountain Equipment Vegreville Drug Mart Vegreville Auto Body Vegreville Ford Vegreville Mechanical Derek Fox Financial Salty's Liquor Store Vegreville & District Co-op Veg Auto & Industrial Supply Bumper to Bumper Vegreville Glass 2019 Ltd. Band Shell Krystal Hook - Realtor Bench Show Rotary Club of Vegreville Billboards Adam's No Frills Prime Cuts Meat and Deli Twin Lakes Ready Mix & Aggregate Vegreville Dental Centre Crop Management Network Esteem Wedding & Event Rentals Proline Performance Sunset Woodworking Tower Plumbing & Heating Vegreville & District Co-op Vegreville Insurance Broadcast Centre RJV Gas Field Services Buildings Hair Fantasies Kal Tire/Extreme Clean Truck and Car Wash Prime Cuts Meat & Deli Randy's Bobcat Service Vantage Builders/Vantage Building Supplies Synergy Chartered Professional Accountants Veg Fire & Safety Chin's Restaurant Child Find Bilyk Financial Services Children's Events McDonald’s Event Signs Flash Distributors (NAPA) Vegreville Ford Vegreville News Advertiser Lakeland Rural Electrification Association Quest Disposals & Recycling Vegreville Insurance Vegreville Liquor Store Mini Banner Bucky's Welding Jiffy Lube and Car Wash Atlas Appraisals Veg Auto & Industrial Supply Bumper to Bumper Kids Mini Tractor Pulls Webb's Machinery Deerland Equipment Heat Sponsors Canalta Panels Ltd. Hot Rod Tractor Pulls Major Sponsor Veg Auto & Industrial Supply / Full Throttle Outdoor Riding Arena Tower Tack & Western Wear Contributor Vito's Gold Canalta Panels Ltd. Town of Vegreville Bronze Albert's Family Restaurant Vegreville Kinsmen Golf Club Race Track Sponsor Xtreme Power Products ( Kubota ) Recycling Bins Quest Disposal & Recycling Steps Hi-Way Registries Rotary Club of Vegreville Vegreville Auto Body Vegreville Mechanical Webb's Machinery Derek Fox Financial Synergy Chartered Professional Accountants Vegreville Accounting Vegreville & District Co-op Strong Person Competition Snap Fitness Washrooms Speedy Septic Tanks
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Bigger, Better, Stronger Than Ever. That’s the theme of this year’s annual Vegreville Country Fair, and organizers with the Vegreville Agricultural Society, (VAS) have been working feverishly behind the scenes to put together an unforgettable event. This year’s fair, which runs from August 4-8, has been extended from three to five days and promises to have some-
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Al Baxandall outside VAS headquarters. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
thing for everyone. “We used to be a three-day fair, but with COVID-19 we increased it to five to spread out the crowd and to accommodate two more days of chuckwagons and chariots,” stated VAS At These Convenient Locations President Al Baxandall. In terms of organization, Baxandall said, “There’s been Lamont Mundare more planning than usual, partly because we had a break and Lamont Foods Family Foods didn’t do much last year; just a drive-in parade and fireworks, Lamont Grocery Stawnichy's so you have to reorganize everybody. It takes away momenParkview Restaurant Esso tum of volunteers, extending the dates, so you have to retrain Value Drug Mart everybody.” Viking Baxandall said they are doubling the number of volunteers for Tofield Bumper to Bumper this year’s fair, and he expects to have 200 volunteers helping To eld UFA Esso out during the event. “This is one of the first years that I can Tempo Gas Viking Burger Queen recall groups coming out asking to be a part of it and wanting Temp Liquor Viking Shell to give back.” To eld Shell Viking Pharmacy To eld Esso The fair officially kicks-off with the parade on August 4. To eld IGA Baxandall said it will be a different route this year. It will begin Vegreville Tim Horton’s at VCHS and head down 60th street and then head all the way No Frills Gas Bar To eld Grill & Chill down 45 Avenue to the fair grounds where it will end. Vegreville Drug Mart “The benefit of this is there’s lots of places for people stretch Pick up your newspaper and do your shopping. out and they don’t have to be crowded like they were on main street. The route is actually longer and there will be more places to stand and more places to park. So, it should be a better parade. It’s just not going to hit downtown.” One of the most popular events are the chuckwagon and chariot races. “They have a very strong following in western Canada and here in Vegreville, and they always draw big crowds in the grandstands.” There will also be a three-day horse show for agricultural buffs to enjoy. The Mini Tractor Pulls are very popular with the youngsters and will be back in full swing. Of course, the midway is another one of the most popular attractions for people to enjoy. There will also be a kid’s zone, bouncy castle, petting zoo. One of the featured entertainers is Abygale Durie from the Ranfurly area. Baxandall said it is nice to be able to feature home grown talent and is hoping for great attendance A D V E RT I S E Y O U R H O M E B U S I N E S S H E R E during the performances. for Exhibit hall will showcase other homegrown products and hand-crafted items Mundare Salon & Barber for fair goers. All in all, Baxandall said 780-221-7193 they have tried to put together a wide Kerry Beitz Gayle Speidel variety of different events and attractions Owner / Hairstylist www.GayleSpeidel.norwex.biz so there will be something for everyone Walk-ins Welcome 780-543-9768 Vegreville & Area 5216 - 50 St. Mundare, AB to enjoy. Baxandall said the fair is a great opportunity for family and friends to reunite and made new memories together. The fair is tradition for many families in the Yardvark area, and that was the case for Baxandall Lawn & Garden growing up, and when his children grew Maintenance up. Now they all help out in any way they - Fertilizing - Lawn Mowing - Leaf Cleanup - Power Raking MARCEL’S PAINTING LTD. can to make the fair a success. - Rototilling - Lawn - Small Tree Vacuuming He is hoping many families throughout Residential Re-Paint Jobs Removal - Lawn Edging Commercial Free Estimates Snow Removal Aerating the region will attend the fair and enjoy LAWN CARE Interior & Exterior Senior Rates Special Rates for Farm Buildings! Wayne Neufeld GRASS CUTTING FLOWER BEDS all of the fun-filled activities that will Phone: 587-280-2876 SNOW REMOVAL 780-603-8186 surely bring smiles to the faces of young Cell: 587-280-2879 780.632.2979 or 780.915.9046 Email: fbeaunoyer@eastlink.ca and old alike.
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Beaver and Two Hills Counties Declare State of Agricultural Disaster Michelle Pinon News Advertiser On July 21 both Beaver County and the County of Two Hills declared an agricultural state of disaster. The decision was made in response to drought conditions which have negatively affected producers in those municipalities. Beaver County Reeve Jim Kallal stated, “County Council has issued this declaration of Agricultural Disaster to encourage the Provincial and Federal Governments to initiate necessary programs that can provide relief to our local producers, and that it is done in a timely manner.” County of Two Hills Agricultural Fieldman Elden Kozak said the declaration was made to call attention to the severe drought conditions seen throughout the County. It was pointed out that, “Although some
areas have recently received small amounts of rain, with the lack of moisture in some areas this resulted in little to no hay, silage or pasture. The insignificant rainfall received across the County has left crops decimated. The County of Two Hills Council issued this declaration of Agricultural Disaster to encourage the Provincial and Federal Governments to initiate necessary programs that may provide relief to producers. In the past, such relief has varied from income tax deferral programs to Farm Disaster Assistance programs that could assist with such matters as the emergency supply of cattle feed.” Kozak said that in some cases crops are already being written off at zero value already. He estimated that two-thirds of the crops in the county are currently less than 50 percent of their potential. As far as assistance goes, Kozak said,
“There’s not a lot of resources available. Hopefully, we can encourage them, Agricultural Financial Services Corporation, (AFSC) to speed up some of these crop insurance claims. The importance of salvaging the feed the longer they sit out there in the weather the less valuable they become because they are just drying out. So, time is probably the biggest thing, right now.” According to a news release from Beaver County, “The weather has been very hot and dry over the last few weeks, which does factor in to crop development and potential yields. Across the County there has been some variability in the amount of moisture received and some areas may be a bit better off than other areas. Canola crops have begun to bloom but due to timing of the heat, it will probably mean a 25 to 50 percent or more yield loss in some instances, where field stands
were already thin. Cereal crops show a range of tolerance to this hot, dry weather but some are becoming burnt or showing reduced seed head development. Other crops in the County, such as peas and flax, may be a challenge to harvest due to the stunted growth which has occurred. Grass also requires moisture to grow and pastures in the area are drying out, which is a concern for livestock producers. Hay production has been taking place however producers are not getting the anticipated number of bales or the volume of weight in hay that they expected off the fields and this could lead to reduced feed availability. Moisture is needed, and rather quickly, to get crops and grasses that are still surviving in the field through to the end of the season.” Producers are encouraged to consult AFSC or visit their website for updated information on assistance programs.
Vintage Tractor new Addition to Vegreville Museum Events Centre Michelle Pinon News Advertiser It didn’t come as much of a surprise to Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee when Adam Bilyk reached out to him last fall asking if there would be a use for his Dad’s vintage tractor at the town’s Museum Events Centre. It didn’t take long for MacPhee to accept his generous offer. MacPhee said that by moving ahead with the Museum Events Centre and holding gatherings there, this is staying true to the theme of the museum. “Having a working tractor is just going to make it even a better place for people to come and see. And again, it’s Joe and his family doing something for the community, and that’s what they normally do.” He went on to say, “The Bilyk’s have always been big supporters of our community.” For example, Joe’s son Adam was on the board of the Vegreville & District Chamber of Commerce that spearheaded the Elk Island Community Foundation, a charitable foundation they worked hard on over the last few years. The foundations’ purpose is to keep charitable giving in Vegreville and the surrounding communities. “They’ve always been big sponsors of everything in town and with the Chamber of Commerce. It’s just another thing they chose to do to help the community,” added MacPhee. Councillor Dave Berry, who has been involved with the town’s corn maze, was ecstatic to learn about the donation of the 1942 McCormick Farmall A “This is an exciting addition.” He
said the tractor will be a great asset and very useful to help move displays and visitors around the corn maze as well as be showcased in parades. Joe said he used to run it in parades in Vegreville and Mundare during the Country Fair and Agri Days. He always displayed the sign, “Bilyk Financial in memory of Emil Sadownyk.” Emil was Joe’s Uncle and he used to spend a lot of time at Uncle Emil and Auntie Sophie’s farm south of Mundare on the east side of Beaverhill Lake. “We moved to Vegreville the year I was born, but my mom and dad used to live six and a half miles straight north of Uncle Emil and my Auntie Sophie. As a kid I used to spend quite a bit of time there. I really enjoyed the outside and that was a place I would go and drive this tractor and goof around as a kid. As a kid I remember the gear shift being broken, so I used a pair of vice grips to shift gears. My uncle
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Vegreville Family Clinic Welcomes Dr. Siddiqui Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Dr. Sohail Siddiqui is the newest physician at the Vegreville Family Clinic. He is very happy to be practicing in
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Vegreville and said what attracted him to the community was the small town atmosphere and opportunity to get to know people by name. Dr. Siddiqui said it is important to build a rapport and relationship with patients, and that allow him to better understand them and be of assistance. He like to spend 15 to 20 minutes with a patient during visits in order to get to know them better. “When you spend more time with patients they feel more relaxed and they remember more things they would like to discuss.” He said patients appreciate the opportunity to discuss their concerns and ask questions in an unhurried and comfortable atmosphere. His aim is to build relationships with patients and serve them in the best possible way. Dr. Siddiqui also enjoys hearing the feedback of patients and is always striving to improve his level of understanding and service. He explained that it is important is to continue reading and learning in
Dr. Sohail Siddiqui. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
order to provide the most up to date information as possible. Dr. Siddiqui began working in Vegreville on March 5, and works at the clinic as well as the hospital’s emergency department on an on-call basis. He
believes, “If you commit to the profession and love what you do, you will find satisfaction.” He has been practicing medicine for more than 25 years and spent his first 20 years in Pakistan. “In 2015 I sent my family here and when I finished practicing medicine in Pakistan I told them to go back, and they said no, you have to stay here. So I decided to try my luck and see how it goes.” Dr. Siddiqui already had all of the qualifications to practice medicine, but had to pass a series of exams before he was fully certified by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta. He passed those exams in 2019 and spent three months in Stettler as a clinical assistant before accepting the position in Vegreville and signing a five year contract. He loves that feeling of closeness when you are more like friends than a physician and patient, and hopes to build friendships and get involved in the community in the months ahead.
Mundare Library Recognized for 25 Years of Service Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Representatives with the Northern Lights Library System, (NLLA) were on hand to present a special award to the Mundare Municipal Public Library during town council’s July 6 regular meeting. The plaque was in recognition of the library’s 25th anniversary. Librarian Evelyn Henke, Mundare and County Board Chair Lillian Sabo, and Mundare and County Library Board Member Lois Zyla accepted the commemorative plaque that was presented Back row L-R: Vicky Lefebvre, Lillian Sabo, Lois Zyla, Evelyn Henke, James MacDonald, and Theresa Warawa. Front row L-R: Coun. Cheryl Callinoiu, Deputy Mayor Irene Talaga, by NLLS Executive Director James Coun. Frank Rosypal and Coun. Jason Kowal. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) MacDonald who was accompanied by NLLS Board Chair Vicky Lefebvre. Even though many patrons of the regional library system will highlighted during his brief presentation to council. never see the inside of a library, MacDonald said they are The Mundare Municipal Public Library is one of 47 libraries accessing over more than 673,000 physical items, e-books, and that belong to NLLS which serves 54 municipalities, seven First e-audiobooks through NLLS. The total circulation value was Nations, and four Metis Settlements. Based in Elk Point, NLLS just over $18.2 million. Those were some of the 2020 statistics was established in 1990.
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The Mundare Municipal Public Library had 250 registered patrons in 2020. There were a total of 2,725 checkouts with a value of $68,125 in physical circulation, $95,375 in e-books and e-audiobooks, for a total circulation value of $163,500. MacDonald said those numbers are “pretty impressive” for size of the community with a population of 855 people. Every year council and the library board pays a levy to NLLS based on population. In 2020, the levy was $4,471.65 from council and $4,471.65 from the library board. “We bring a lot of value to our small towns,” added MacDonald. NLLS offers a variety of supports to libraries which include: central ordering, cataloging, and processing of materials. Also, reference and information services as well as continuing staff education and training, and technological information and support. Deputy Mayor Irene Talaga offered congratulations on behalf of council to the library board and the “many volunteers” who keep the library going. Lillian Sabo stated, “The Mundare Library Board is very honoured and pleased to receive the 25th Anniversary plaque from Northern Lights Library System. The Board and Library Manager are very grateful to receive ongoing support from NLLS. Libraries are no longer just a collection of books. With NLLS’ help, Mundare Public Library saves money, time, and increases access to a wide range of literary and personal resources to the Town of Mundare and surrounding area.”
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Mundare Canada Day Contest Winners Announced
Robert and Sheila Stemberger residence. (Robert and Sheila Stemberger/Submitted Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Town of Mundare held its first ever Canada Day yard decorating contest this summer. Four lucky winners were selected to receive $25 gift certificates at local businesses. The winners included: Jennifer, Isabella and Tamika Mcewen, Robert and Sheila Stemberger, Blake Langkopf and Danika Winiarski and Kerry Beitz from Mundare Salon and Barber. The Town of Mundare received more than 50 entries in the contest.
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Province Announces $150 Million to Expand Broadband Internet in Rural Communities Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Province announced on July 22 that $150 million will be used to begin construction on broadband expansion projects as soon as possible, and that details will be forthcoming in the weeks ahead. Kenney told the Vegreville News Advertiser, “This is going to help build broadband infrastructure and will also support 5 g wireless access for those homes and businesses in rural areas. But we’re also moving towards more telehealth and online education, and all of that will be more accessible for people in rural and remote areas as well as First Nations.” As far as the possibility of incentives and making grant programs available to organizations, municipalities, and small businesses? Kenney responded by saying, “Ultimately people have to pay for internet service, the government won’t cover their internet services, but we will do is fill the gaps where it’s
currently not economically feasible for telecommunication companies to build the actual broadband wire. So, it’s a partnership between us and the private sector. But, ultimately, people who want to hook up will have to pay a reasonable fee to do so. Kenney said, “Alberta has a good history on that, (internet services) going back to Premier Klein’s day with the Super Net where his government basically put in fibre cable to put internet into places like libraries, schools, and town halls. But it didn’t really broaden out into households of any community. So, this is taking it to the next chapter.” According to the Provincial Government, “Currently, about 80 per cent of Indigenous communities and 67 per cent of rural communities do not have access to the high-speed internet targets set by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC).”
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Mission to Many has Gems for Charities
Office Manager - Sandy Erickson. (Mission to Many/Submitted Photo)
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You could say the Mission to Many Store in Viking is a Godsend and assists people locally and interna-
tionally through its charitable work. Office Manager Sandy Erickson, said their store is run by volunteers. “We sell a very large variety of gently used and new donated items such as kitchen items, bedding, towels, collectables, toys, children’s items, jewelry, purses, candles and holders, live plants, material and craft items, office supplies, hardware items, sports and fitness items, wall art, books, play equipment, furniture, décor and more. Mission to Many has held an annual garage sale since 2005. In 2018, they developed a display room at the Lutheran Church in Viking. Mission to Many is an interdenominational nonprofit Christian registered which has the objective of helping to relieve the effects of poverty locally and throughout the world. They sponsor students in developing nations to further their education, provide household items to local families in need, partner with local food banks, and partake on regular international missions. “An engaged partnership with Food for the Hungry Canada offers us a unique opportunity to accomplish this as we walk alongside communities in the Nebaj region of Guatemala. We are looking forward to all
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ANNUAL MEETING Thursday, August 19, 2021 Vegreville Sunshine Club, 4630-49 St. Doors Open at 6:30 pm Meeting at 7:00 pm Items of Business 1) Directors & General Managers Reports 2) Appointment of Auditors 3) Election of Officers 3 Positions - 3 year terms Prospective candidates for the position of director must submit their application to the nominating committee by Thursday, August 5, 2021. Nomination committee contacts: Ron Gullevich 780-632-9922 Barbara Morris 780-632-2402 Glen McLay 780-632-2884
A nice selection of toys. (Mission to Many/Submitted Photo)
God has planned for this partnership,” stated Erickson. In order to bring maximum benefit to those they serve, they partner with local churches and charities with similar goals. Together, they bring awareness, education, and cultural experiences to their members as they walk alongside those they minister with.
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Vegreville Skate Park Project gets $5,000 Funding Boost members, organizations, and businesses to get involved with the project. All donations are tax deductible through the Elk Island Community Foundation. The Rotary Club is continuing its own fundraising efforts and will be holding its Wine Survivor fundraiser this fall. It held an online auction in spring as well as its ever popular Lobsterfest in June drive-in style. They raised approximately $16,000 from both of those events. “Every little bit helps,” said Senko. While they are a small club, Senko said they are hoping to be able to start construction on the skate park in August of 2022. The club has applied several grants, including the Community Facilities Enhancement Program grant, and members hope to hear word about that application in the fall.
Mundare Agri-Days
August 21, 2021 • Pancake Breakfast (fire hall) • Parade • Bench Show • Bean Bag games • Open Mike ( open to every-one) • Bouncy houses • Street Market • Food vendors
Pictured from L-R: Jocelyn Svensen, Joe Tschirren, Patti Johnston, Renee Senko, and Gerald Bilodeau. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Rotary Club of Vegreville’s Skate Park project received a financial boost on July 20 when representatives with GrainsConnect presented them with a $5,000 cheque. GrainsConnect Grains Merchant Joe Tschirren made the presentation to Rotary Club Skate Park Chair Patti Johnston. Also on hand for the presenta-
tion were GrainsConnect General Manager Gerald Bilodeau, Rotary Club President Jocelyn Svensen, and Local Projects Chair Renee Senko. Bilodeau said they were pleased to be able to partner with the Rotary Club and donate back to the community. Senko said they were grateful for the continued ED RV SE support of the project. She also E R UN encouraged other community
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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, The old movie "War of the Roses" was about a couple going through a bitter divorce. I guess you could say life imitates art because I'm now going through a divorce where my husband and I can't agree on anything. Since it took two of us to afford the mortgage on our home, selling it is our only option when splitting up. My soon-to-be ex-husband is taking no interest in helping to prepare it for sale. I was about to give the listing to a real estate agent I knew the other day when an ad in the newspaper caught my eye. It seems there is a realtor in town that specializes in selling real estate for couples in divorce. She seems to have a lot of listings in the area, so I'm guessing I'm not alone. I'm wondering what type of services she would offer that a typical real estate agent might not. Can you enlighten me before I get together with my soon-to-be ex-husband to settle these affairs?
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While some couples split amicably, others make it a much more complicated proceeding. Cash: As you can imagine, being a real estate agent involved in selling a home due to divorce can be tricky. Managing a highly emotional couple or even determining who's in charge can be enough to make any realtor earn their commission. Carry: Any real estate agent licensed in your state should be able to list your home for sale, help find a buyer and manage the sale through the closing. Of course some are much better at it than others, so it's important to find someone you have confidence in. Cash: The realtor you mentioned, who specializes in divorce
• • • Carry: Divorce is often difficult emotionally and financially. And selling your home can be an unfortunate part of the process.
sales, may be more experienced with handling divorcing couples or have knowledge of special issues associated with divorce. However, it could also be that her advertisement is simply a marketing strategy to attract clients. Carry: Since you haven't listed your home for sale yet, visit the realtor to see what advice or assistance she can offer that differs from other real estate agents. Ask her about the services she provides or what makes her better suited for the job. Cash: After the meeting decide which real estate agent is best. If you still choose your friend, don't worry. With divorce as common as it is, the divorce realtor is likely to have plenty of clients!
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I think my grandparents made their marriage last over the years by constantly joking with each other. At their 50th wedding anniversary, my grandfather reminisced with a speech to his loving wife. As we rolled out the cake, he stood up sharing a bit of their past. "When I was young," he smiled, " I had nothing to my name. However I did have the most beautiful 21-year-old fiancé." "Now 50 years later," he continued, "she's still gorgeous, but not quite 21." Pausing for a moment of laughter gave my grandmother time to reply. "Tell you what," she smiled up at him. "You can have a new 21-year-old fiancé, but I can guarantee you'll again have nothing to your name!" (Thanks to Jennifer D.)
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Top Notch Performances from Canada’s Top Cowboys at Kinsella Bullarama Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Canada’s top cowboys competed for the coveted championship buckle at the Kinsella Graveldome before a packed audience on July 21. In the end it was Jared Parsonage from Maple Creek, Saskatchewan who claimed the title. He beat out six other cowboys in the short go to earn top spot. A total of 30 cowboys from all over the world came to ride in Kinsella. The bulls were fierce, challenging both the cowboys and bullfighters who helped to keep them safe. The event was held in honour of Cody and Lorraine McKie. Cody died in a car accident on September 14, 2014 and Lorraine died of cancer on May 15, 2016. Marti McKie said, “The memorial part of the bullriding is very important to my family and I. Giving away the buckle to the top bull rider of the event is the best way to honour them (Cody and Lorraine McKie.)
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many years to come.” Shelyce Morrison, Treasurer of the Kinsella Rec. and Ag. Society, said they pushed back the event one week to accommodate cowboys coming from the Calgary Stampede to the community to participate in the bullarama. The 22nd annual event went smoothly thanks to the hard work of Bullarama committee members which consisted of 20 local volunCowboy Callum Miller. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) teers who managed to pull everything together in only four weeks. The grandstands were full as well We are very thankful to the volunteers and committee members who put on such over 500 appreciative fans enthusiastia great event. Wishing them success for cally cheered on the cowboys.
The intimate setting created a unique dynamic as audience members truly felt like they were a part of the action. Being up close and personal lent itself to electric atmosphere. The weather was ideal and folks were relaxed and happy as they visited with each other throughout the performance. Canadian veterans were honoured during the event. Mac McKie presented a $500 cheque to Bruce Given, Operations Manager of the Veterans Food Bank Association in Edmonton. Jean Hinecker presented a handmade quilt which featured the signature symbol of remembrance, poppies, to Given.
VINTAGE - CONTINUED from PAGE 9 of the motor and you can see exactly where you are driving. It’s kind of cool. It was mostly used for swathing, pulling hay wagons, and that kind of stuff. It has a PTO (Power Take Off) in the back that would run an old threshing machine. They are hoping to be able to do that out at the museum. Everything totally functions. I am glad that it went somewhere where it will get used and appreciated.” Joe Bilyk driving the McCormick Farmall A tractor. As to how Joe came to (Dave Berry/Submitted Photo) own the tractor? He explained, “It was my cousin Ken. When Uncle would whack me a couple times on my knuckles and Emil passed away he had called me and said you I remembered why I paid attention.” For such a small tractor it had a lot of horse- were always the one that was always driving it and power; about 40 horse as Joe recalls. “That was a spending time with them. So he and his siblings gave lot of power in a little tractor and it worked hard it to me. That was back in the mid-90’s. I had it rebuilt it 20 some years ago. There was a most of the time. What made it unique was the fact that the seat is offset. You actually sit to the right problem with the clutch and one of the cylinders. I
have a friend, Ray Talaga from Mundare Farm Equipment at the time. I told him, ‘you’ve got the whole winter’ and we decided to repaint, put new decals, and make it look like it did originally.” Joe said he had to part with the tractor because he’s moving to Vegreville from the acreage and would no longer have the space for it. “The nice thing is that it will last for many years to come.” Now current and future generations will have a chance to see and learn about the tractor that played a big part in Joe’s life.
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HAWRYLUK, Susan “Dolly” June 6, 1930 - July 30, 2017 Dear Mom- Four years have passed since the day you left us. Nothing is the same. The world changes from year to year, our lives from day to day, but the love and memory of you shall never fade away. There are no words to tell you Mom what losing you has meant But now each day brings memories of happy years we spent You’d want us all to smile again, and that’s just what we do Every time we reminisce with loving thoughts of you You’re with us when each day dawns and when we say goodnight Our guardian angel here on earth and Heaven’s shining light Miss you & love you - Forever in our hearts! Brenda, Lloyd and family
SASKIW, Brenda Michelle March 24, 1965 - July 31, 2004 If roses grow in Heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for me Place them in my daughter’s arms And tell her they’re from me Tell her that I love her And when she turns to smile Place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for awhile Because remembering is easy I do it everyday but there’s an ache in my heart That will never go away. Amen. With Love Mom, Dad, Sister & Brothers & Families
HAYDUK, Jill It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jill Leanne Hayduk on July 21, 2021, following a courageous 2 year battle with cancer. She was 45 years old. Jill is survived by her loving husband Ryan McCallum; children Tyler, Sullivan & EllaMay; mother Valerie (Pius) Schell; brother Travis (Tianna) Schell and their sons Maverick & Porter; father Jerry (Cathi) Hayduk; siblings Trudy (Gus) Borzel and their children Amber, Austin & Abby; Nicole (Rob) Thomson and their sons Lucas & Matthew; Keith (Ashley) Hayduk and their sons Jake & Hunter; Cara (Craig) Huseby and their sons Owen & Seth; along with numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and dear friends. Jill was born in Edmonton, AB and raised in Vegreville, AB surrounded by a large and supportive family. As a young adult, Jill moved to Edmonton to obtain postsecondary education and worked at Blue Cross and Sun Life Financial. Jill loved growing up in a small town and in May 2002, along with husband Ryan McCallum and son Tyler, she moved back to Vegreville to take over her Papa’s original homestead, her favorite place in the world. Jill was an incredibly loving mother, wife, daughter, sister, and aunt. She was passionate, dedicated, driven, and reliable. Between her work as an Educational Assistant to the countless volunteer hours at the school, legion, and 4-H club (to name a few), her impact on the community will be long lasting. We are all so fortunate to have had Jill in our lives and will cherish the love and joy she shared with us. A celebration of Jill’s life will be held at the Vegreville Social Centre on Friday, July 30 at 11:00 am, with life celebrant Yvonne Racine. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Haying in the 30’s via e-transfer to hayinginthe30@gmail.com or mail Box 35 Mallaig, AB.,T0A 2K0 and/or the Vegreville Legion Branch #39 c/o 5037 - 52 Ave, Vegreville, AB T9C 1M2. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
MENZAK The family of Bill (William) Menzak would like to express our sincerest, heartfelt thanks to family, friends, neighbours for all the flowers, phone calls, text messages, cards, baskets of food, visits, generous donations to Haying in the 30’s and all the support and caring during this difficult time. Special thanks to Park Memorial staff, especially Steve, Ashley and Kirstie for your guidance and handling all the details, Reverend Pamela Milton for the prayers and beautiful service; Granddaughters, Shelly & Kristen for the wonderful tribute in Gido’s eulogy, Donna & Kirby Lopaschuk for delicious lunch, and Dr. Gupta and the staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital for your care & compassion to Dad and our family. A very special Thank you to John Semotiuk, Harvey Bodnar(Cowboy Town), Allen Zaparniuk & Dwayne Durie for getting the horses and hearse ready for our Dad’s final ride to his resting place and to Shane and Tate for helping to drive the team. To the Pall Bearers – Cole, Shane, Kole, Jake, Guy and Tate, thank you for honoring Gido. Words cannot express our gratitude for your kindness, compassion and thoughtfulness shown to each of us. GOD’S BLESSING TO EACH OF YOU. Betty Menzak and family, Dale, Charlene, Randy and their families.
HORON In loving memory of: Nadia January 23, 1924 - August 13, 1983 Nick May 7, 1917 - July 10, 1990 As time unfolds another year, Treasured memories keep you near. The flowers we lay upon your grave, May whither and decay. But the love for you who lies beneath, Will never fade away. The year 2021 has brought us great sadness as we mourn the loss of your dear daughter Annette who passed away on March 29, 2021 and joined you in Heaven and in eternal peace. Always in our thoughts and prayers, dearly missed, and forever in our hearts Your Loving Family
In Loving Memory TYMCHAK, Evelyn June 19, 1946 - July 31, 2020 The things we feel so deeply Are the hardest things to say But we your family loved you In a very special way. They say that memories are golden Well that may be true But, we never wanted memories We only wanted you. If tears could build a stairway And heartaches make a lane We’d walk the path to Heaven And bring you home again. Our family chain is broken And nothing seems the same But as God calls us one by one The chain will link again. Forever Missed by Your Family Jerry, Shawna, Roger, Kathy, Bettyann, Breck and Roan
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RAYCRAFT, Cory May 28, 1991 - July 28, 2020 A year today dear Cory was called To his eternal rest; Gone where the angels sing so sweet, And taken when God knew best. We miss him here so very much, His presence oft seems nigh, But we all hope in Heaven to meet Where no one says good-bye. Love Mom & Dad (Barb & Bevon) Evan, Sammy, Colby, Sawyer, Oliver Becky & Andre
DEACON, Melinda Louise September 30, 1976 – July 20, 2021 On Tuesday, July 20, 2021, Melinda Louise Deacon, of Vegreville, Alberta passed away unexpectedly at the age of 44 years. Melinda is survived by her loving family, parents Albert and Sylvia Deacon; sister Amanda; brother Lance (Cherie); nephew Ethan; nieces Ella and Emmey; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, relatives and friends. Melinda was predeceased by uncles Ken Arthur, Bill Deacon and Lloyd (Jean) Dore; maternal grandparents George and Mary Arthur and paternal grandparents Thomas and Cora Deacon. Cremation has taken place. A private celebration of Melinda’s life will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to VALID c/o 4843 - 49 St, Vegreville, AB T9C 1K7. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
COWAN, Irvin William June 24, 1932 – July 26, 2021 On Monday, July 26, 2021, Irvin Cowan passed away at the age of 89 years. He will be remembered with love by Norma, his wife of almost 60 years, by son David (Sara) of Red Earth Creek, Alberta, by daughter Diane (Ken) Wenz of Kamloops, B.C.; by grandchildren Scott (Sandra) and Bryan along with their mother, Glenda (Wayne) Estey; Tanya, Amanda (Rob) Knight, Tyler, Matthew, and Sarah; and twelve great-grandchildren. Also surviving are two brothers: John of Edmonton and Percy (Carol) of Calgary; sisters-in-law Frances and Carol; along with numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends. He was predeceased by his father George in 1951, his mother Sarah in 1966; brothers Alex and his wife Gladys, Ken, Alvin, Grenald and his wife Jean, Clifford, and Leonard; and his sisters Berta and her husband Tom Taylor, Ruby and her husband Eugene Church. For those who wish to pay their respects, a viewing will be held on Tuesday, August 3, 2021 from 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. followed by the Funeral Service at 10:30 a.m. for family and close friends at the Vegreville Social Center (4802 - 47A St, Vegreville, AB ). Cremation to follow. If desired, in lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to “Patient Comfort Society- Vegreville Care Center” (Box 295, Vegreville, Alberta, T9C 1R2), STARS, or to charity of one’s choice. To connect to the live stream and or to send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
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SMITH, PEARL A graveside service will be held for Pearl Smith on July 31, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. Following the service Sid Smith and family invite friends to Lunch and Beverages at the Legion Hall to celebrate Pearl’s life.
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Dear Editor, I read in The Winnipeg Free Press Brenda Suderman’s “Vaccine Fears Fuel Exodus from Winkler Area” about dual citizens moving before proof of vaccination has to be shown to cross borders; and, Jack Buckby’s editorial in your paper. I am a senior citizen with underlying health conditions. I want to be breathing safe air as I shop; or, sit in a restaurant. Would the unvaccinated wish to share their diphtheria, whooping cough, tetanus, polio, tuberculosis, smallpox, scarlet fever, measles, or mumps with the general population? Recently, and sadly, I stayed home from a baby shower because some of the guests were unvaccinated. I think Mr. Buckby is wrong. Seniors must do everything possible to protect our own health and LIVES! Until this pandemic is truly eliminated, count me as being very cautious. In this case the unvaccinated are discriminating against me. Nancy Mereska
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Only God Can Make a Tree Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
Ten children between the ages of 4 to 11 attended the Vegreville United Church Vacation Bible School from July 19-23. Rev. Pamela Milton and Holly Cependa were the Coordinators of this VBS. On July 19, a team of Chairperson James Belliveau and Dharma Perez, Recreational Director for Camp Whitney, led a couple of the activities. Cependa said the theme for VBS 2021 was bringing the camp to you, God’s wondrous world where their focus was on the trees; what trees provide for us and how we can be like trees. “On July 19, the children learned what trees do. They discovered that trees provide shelter, protection, and amazing things in nature. Then they had to find out what they could do to be this way too. For each day, there was a theme and a bible story that went with it. The children learned that they can share their talents
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Town of Vegreville Unveils New Logo Town of Vegreville Submitted Town Council has officially approved a new Town of Vegreville logo. The logo was approved at the July 19, 2021 Council Meeting. In 2020, discussion surrounding the Town of Vegreville’s existing logo, spe-
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Georgina Klammer, Operator and Dance Instructor with Adult and Senior dancers. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)
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Georgina’s Academy of Dance 16th Dance Recital was presented at the Legion Hall in Vegreville on July 25. This event was the send-off recital and it featured four senior dancers and an adult group who performed jazz, contemporary, lyrical, acro, tap, hip hop, and adult tap dancing to the amazement of the audience. Kaleigh Klammer emceed this event where she welcomed everyone and said the last year had been challenging due to the COVID-19 pandemic. “We will be showing videos of the girls performing in years before from 15 years ago which will be a nice blast from the past while the girls are changing. During intermission, the people who attended offered their impressions. Leona Babyn said the dancers were awesome. “The performances were very nice. I liked the way the girls performed and the costumes they wore. I just really enjoyed it.” Russel Babyn said he and his wife have been attending these recitals for many years and they are really impressed with the performances. “This recital was really good. The dancing was nice and the costumes were amazing.” Julien Poirier said the dancers were great. “I found them to be professional and talented.” Afterwards, everyone was treated to donuts, coffee, pizza, water, pop, and juice. This was the final recital as Georgina Klammer, Operator and Instructor for Georgina’s Academy of
Dance, won’t be operating anymore as she is retiring after teaching dancing for over 40 years. Georgina founded Georgina Academy of Dance in Irma in 1988, Viking in 1990 and Vegreville in 2005. “Some of the highlights from the past in Vegreville were Georgina’s Academy of Dance did a flash mob when Clara Hughes from the Olympics was cycling across Canada. I have so many great memories, every year we did something special. I did the choreography for two musical theatre productions at Vegreville Composite High School; Grease and Annie,” Georgina said. When asked what was rewarding about teaching dance, Georgina replied, “I call my students, ‘my girls’. They are ‘my girls’ as we work together for hours and hours. The dancers work so well together and they are a tight family. It is special to watch them grow from five-yearsold to 18. “I am sad about retiring, but it is time to do this. As far as what I will be doing now, I have been asked to adjudicate for other competitions all over Canada so I will be doing that. I also will teach courses online and do classes. I still want to be a part of dancing. I might do some guest teaching when they look for teachers for workshops. “My vision for the dancers is I want them to continue to fly. I want them to keep on having the confidence and prose that they felt through the dance classes. I want them to continue to be this way throughout their life. I am very proud of the girls. I loved to showcase them.”
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