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RCMP files from may 31 - June 6 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser May 31 05:29 – Report of car vs light pole collision in Vegreville. Occupants had fled the scene on foot. Members located the subjects at a Vegreville business and were arrested. Both face multiple charges related to the collision and breach of release conditions. One subject was a 19-year-old male, and the other a 20-yearold female from Saskatchewan, both face charges. 14:37 – Report of an ongoing dispute between neighbours in Vegreville. The complainant stated that the subject had smashed his bike with a weapon. The complainant stated he had video evidence but then upon speaking to members declined to provide evidence or press charges. 19:22 – Report of attempted extortion. The complainant stated he was added on Facebook by an individual who later took his photo from his profile and superimposed it on a different photo, then demanded money in exchange for not circulating it. Under investigation. June 1 13:00 – While on patrol, members observed someone moving items from a U-Haul into a residence in Vegreville. They inquired and upon investigation determined that one of the parties was under court ordered conditions to remain in British Columbia. Members confirmed the court order with B.C. Probations and the male was arrested for breaching conditions and held for a hearing with the JP. He was later released by the Justice of the Peace. 18:58 – Multiple calls regarding a person walking along the shoulder on Hwy 16 acting erratically. The subject of the complaint was not breaking the law and did not show any indications of being in distress. June 2 16:15 – Theft and assault at a Mundare business. The subject was observed taking product from the store and when confronted by staff proceeded to kick the staff member. The subject then threw the product and ran off. The 34-year oldfemale was located soon after by members and arrested for theft and assault. The female was later released by the JP with documents for court on conditions. 20:12 – Report of an erratic driver on Hwy 16 who was travelling at 80 Kmph. Members were able to intercept the vehicle. Members confirmed that the driver

was not impaired and arranged for transport to the hospital for medical assessment. 21:00 – Traffic stop in Vegreville. Members determined that both occupants had arrest warrants out of Calgary and Edmonton. The pair were arrested and then later released as per the request of the issuing police agencies. June 3 10:16 – While on patrol a Vegreville Community Peace Officer stopped an ATV driving near Mundare. The 27-yearold male had no insurance or registration and was on conditions not to be operating a motor vehicle without the owner’s permission. Members attended to assist and the male was arrested for breaching his conditions and later released with additional documents for court. The ATV was seized until ownership can be determined.

17:30 – Call to inquire about laws regarding fencing in the County of Minburn. The caller wanted to put up a fence to prevent his neighbour’s cows from coming on his property and was inquiring as to if there was a law that the neighbour would pay half. Members advised the client that this was a civil matter. June 6 09:01 – Call to report that the client noticed two stop signs were pulled down from intersections in Vegreville. File being worked on. 13:31 – Traffic stop conducted in the town of Vegreville. The 41-year-old male from Edmonton was issued tickets for: Driving an uninsured vehicle on the highway, (mandatory court), operating a vehicle without certificate of registration, (voluntary penalty of $324) and display an unauthorized license plate (VP of $324).

During the week there were 89 calls for service made in total including: 4 false alarms, 2 false 911, 2 animal strikes, 0 Health Act (COVID), 2 wellbeing checks, 8 calls under the Mental Health Act, and approximately 16 tickets from traffic enforcement.

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11:07 – Report of attempted theft of vehicle from a Mundare residence. Complainant reported that the rear window of the GMC truck was popped out and there was an attempt to hotwire the vehicle. Other calls included attempted theft of a van and a dodge truck, all in Mundare. Under investigation. June 4 21:54- Members conducting habitual offender checks, located a 30-year-old female known to be on conditions and on warrants. The female was arrested on her warrants and later released with additional documents for court. June 5 13:11 – Report of a male at a Mundare business that may be intoxicated causing a disturbance. Members attended and located the male. It appeared he was in medical distress and EMS was contacted. The male was transported to hospital for treatment.

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Andrew Community-Wide Garage Sale Overwhelming Success Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Village of Andrew was teeming with activity during its annual Town-wide Garage Sale on June 5. Bargain hunters combed the streets looking for bargains and there were a multitude of deals to be had throughout the day long event that was sponsored by the Village of Andrew. George Keddie said garage sale goers started arriving shortly after 7 am and he was pretty much sold out of everything nearly four hours later. Keddie said there were lots of folks looking for a good deal, and he had many items to sell, so it was a win-win situation for everyone. “It’s a good way to clear out clutter,” added Keddie, who had previously participated in the annual event. Andrew resident Denie Roberts was pleased with the turn out and only happy to unload unwanted items. Leah Rusnick echoed those comments and was kept busy throughout the day along with her 10-year-old daugh-

ter Charlee. Evelyn Ledwidge was more than happy to help her daughter Wendy Plowman sell a variety of tomato plants, pepper plants, squash, lettuce, and herbs as well as zinnias, petunias and pansies. Plowman said she had never grown plants from seed, but decided to experiment. She began her experiment in March, which she said was “way too early” as they grew at such a terrific rate, she had to transplant them. Four seeds produced 72 tomato plants alone! Plowman said the plants just “exploded” in growth and she asked her mom what there were going to do with all of them. She said her mom has been a great support to her and has offered great tips and advice along the way. Fortunately, she was able to sell some of the plants at the Andrew Farmers Market during the May long weekend and thought she’d try sell a few more at the garage sale before she would have to transplant

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As vaccines flow and warmer weather becomes normal, we are beginning to think about the coming weeks and months and the return to “normal”. For some it can’t come soon enough and for others it leaves them with some apprehension. The social butterflies of the world have been experiencing a strange form of torture as have apartment dwellers and many singles. There are those of us whose world did not change much. Some work in jobs that were not put on hold or did not change much. Some are naturally anti-social so their world outside of work seemed as it always seems. Then are those that are both. We see things changing back, but we must ask ourselves, is the return to normal a change we want to embrace wholeheartedly? There are a lot of positives that have been thrust upon us in the past year. The world is quieter. For many, our lives are quieter. Those who drive for work or work in transportation have noted that the roads are quieter. Scientists have noted that the earth is actually quieter. Many people have experienced the value of small groups and outdoor activities. Many people have explored their creative side or focused on

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Vegreville & District Chamber of Commerce Advocates for Local Businesses Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Marc Bredo, has taken on a new role with the Vegreville & District Chamber of Commerce. In the coming months Bredo would like to get business re-opened, back operating, and explore ways to drive tourism to Vegreville as the government relaunch occurs.” He believes businesses need to return to a “business as usual” which he feels could take some time from the official re-opening date to achieve. “Every business has been affected in one way or another, through mandatory closures, reduced sales, staffing cuts, supply chain interruptions, etc. Even in instances where the restrictions may not have been the major driver, they restrictions have caused mental fatigue for business owners.” Bredo said the Chamber will continue to provide assistance to the hardest hit sectors. He went on to say, “The Chamber is continually communicating with both members and the provincial government to ensure that the severity of the situation our business community faces is understood. The Alberta government has responded with grants to assist. Our commitment to the business community is to continue fighting for a safe, realistic reopening strategy to stop the cyclical closing of businesses. This hopefully allows business to return to some form of normalcy. The Chamber’s ultimate goal is to entice spending locally to help drive us back to preCOVID-19 levels.

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He believes funds through the provincial government’s relaunch grant has helped many local small businesses, especially with the expansion of the program. He pointed out that the program is open until June 30 and encourages businesses who qualify to apply.

Bredo took over the position following the resignation of Jamieson Brown. “The Past President took a new job that wouldn’t enable him to continue in this role as President,” explained Bredo. The jobs now announcement made by the province which allows employers to apply for funding to offset the cost of hiring and training unemployed or underemployed Albertans in new or vacant positions. He said it will help businesses who eliminated or reduced staffing during the pandemic start the rehiring process. “The funds available will help to cover a portion of the individual’s wage as business begins to gradually increase with reopening. This should help to offset some of the burden that would have been the responsibility of the business, making rehiring of staff a feasible process earlier in the relaunch.” As far as the biggest challenge businesses have faced are lockdowns and lack of consumerism as a result of COVID-19. “The economy has seen a near unprecedented level of saving. This is a result of COVID-19 restrictions combined with the fear of job

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90 Years Ago – June 10, 1931

Officials of the Chamber of Commerce are being bombarded with enquiries as to how the Air Circus on June 18th will compare with the Air Tour which visited Edmonton last year. There is only one answer to this query. There is no comparison. No comparison is possible. Last year, a number of passenger carrying planes arrived in Edmonton, singly and in pairs throughout the day and afforded the populace an opportunity of inspecting modern types of commercial planes. On the other hand the fleet that visits Vegreville on Thursday, June 18th, swoops out of the sky in battle formation with the avowed purpose of affording the people of Central Alberta some of the thrills that the boys in the trenches got from watching the sensational battles to death which took place almost daily over their heads. The June issue of “The Country Guide” the well-known Winnipeg farm paper, contains a lengthy article by H.H. McIntyre on the success attained by Wm. Salamandick, whose farm is some eight miles north-west of town.

75 Years Ago – June 5, 1946

The familiar, yet ever now awe-inspiring symbols of mauve and gold and deliciously fragrant red roses and bowers of many varieties, once again furnished the environment to receive the new graduating class of nurses of 1946, as they entered to the rhythmical sounds of the processional, the spacious auditorium of St. Martin’s School filled to capacity with parents, relatives and friends. Innisfree residents are very joyful over the recent rain which came just in the nick of time to save the crops and gardens. A delegation from the town and district south waited on the council of the M.D. of Eagle on Wednesday, to urge the gravelling of the Vegreville-Bruce road, so far as the Eagle jurisdiction extends. The new highway construction has reached Innisfree and is now beyond. We now have hopes that the alteration of Highway 16 will be completed shortly. British minesweepers have started to clear the big mine field at the south entrance to the Irish Sea to reopen the area for overseas and coastal shipping after six wartime years. The budget is now not expected to be brought down in the house until mid-June, it was learned here from reliable sources. It is understood the government will wait until Prime Minister Mackenzie King is back in the house before introducing the budget.

50 Years Ago – June 10, 1971

Perennial 4-H Beef Club Championship winner Ken Eberhardt did it again when he topped the showing of club animals at the achievement day and sale. Ken showed an Angus to pick off the ribbon followed by Dale Ziegler who copped the reserve championship with a Hereford. Officers of the Vegreville O.O.R.P. No. 29 are: Lecturing Lady Doreen Demkiw; Honoured Royal Lady Olga Youzwishen; Associate Royal Lady Rose Seniuk and Loyal Lady Opal McCarty. The Vegreville Boy Scouts benefitted handsomely from the recent sportsmen dinner sponsored by the Kinsmen Club of Vegreville as they received $347.98 net proceeds from the event. Kinsmen Ed Sadownyk who chaired the event presented the cheque to Alex Elder representing the Boy Scouts and along with Ed was Kinsmen President Larry Ruptash. Ernie Kulmatycki, General Manager of the Vegreville and District Coop Ltd. has accepted a transfer to the Barrhead and District Coop Ltd. as manager. Replacing him as general manager of the Vegreville and District Coop will be Mr. Jens Hansen, former manager of the Fort St. John Coop Association.

25 Years Ago – June 11, 1996

Users of the handi-van service out of the long term care centre in Vegreville will have to find other means of transportation, if they’re not residents or clients of the centre. The Lakeland Health Authority will cut the service to non-residents on July 1. “It’s a funding situation,” says regional manager Pearl Babiuk. The centre has been paying for the drivers and coordinator, plus all the fuel and maintenance of the two vans. Jennifer Laschowski of Vegreville designed a Remembrance Day poster that has won at the national level of the Royal Canadian Legion’s annual contest. The St. Martin’s School student received plaques and congratulations during the local legion’s awards night on June 5. One of the plaques was presented by district three commander Ron Nelson. The school and Laschowski’s teacher also received plaques. Vegreville Composite students who competed in zone track and field events on June 6 included Cory Zaparyniuk in high Jump, Derrick Keller in 800 and 1500 meter, Beth Sebree in long jump, Terry Eberhardt in 200, 400 and 800 meter, and Chris Cymbaliuk in discuss. The five students won at the division meet on May 28, and were part of the group of 40 Composite students there.

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Conservative Climate Plan falls into Familiar Traps Ken Green Frontier Centre for Public Policy A lot has been written in Canada about the recentlyrevealed Conservative Plan to Combat Climate Change. Most of that (including my own first take) focused on the carbon tax part of the Conservative Party of Canada’s plan, which is just another rhetorically packaged tax-and-rebate scheme that has become the norm for carbon-tax implementation. Governments levy a tax on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in some form and rebate some of the revenue to the public in some other form, generally oblique and opaque. Direct rebates seem unpopular across the political spectrum for some reason. The carbon tax aspect of the new plan may be newsworthy because of the political optics surrounding the embrace of taxes. But the rest of the plan is more interesting from a public policy standpoint because it also embraces most of the same non-taxclimate policy ideas that have been extensively shown to be ineffective at reducing greenhouse gas emissions (much less influencing the climate). They are economically inefficient in terms of achieving cost-minimization (in line with a lower tax economy), economically harmful and, to use a popular term, inequitable. They impose costs on people generally without regard to that person’s contribution to the unwanted activity of generating greenhouse gas emissions. Worse still, many of these non-tax carbon policies are also regressive, impacting lower-income people more than they do those who are better off. We have space here for only four examples, but there are more.

Electric vehicle mandates Setting aside the general understanding that it’s bad public policy for the government to be picking technological winners and losers in market economies (even mixed-market economies), electric vehicle mandates are inherently inequitable and regressive. They use tax dollars to heavily subsidize the costs of purchasing electric vehicles primarily for the economically better off, at the cost of raising transportation costs for those who can’t afford still-pricey boutique electric cars that are mostly of use for whitecollar commuters in highly developed countries. Worse still, they export the environmental nightmare that accompanies the production of critical elements used in electric car manufacture to developing economies plagued by lax environmental standards and horrific child-labour economies. Low-carbon fuel standards A low-carbon fuel standard is basically just another form of carbon tax: a government is going to mandate that manufacturers produce goods using more expensive forms of energy than are otherwise available, passing that cost on to the consumer. Worse still, like other schemes that create markets for offset credits, manufacturers can purchase credits instead of buying the higher-priced low-carbon fuels. The government creates a massive arena for fraud, graft and corruption, as has been seen with carbon offsets and energy production. National energy strategy The history of industrial policy is very ugly, and it won’t be prettier as it’s applied to the use of energy. Modern industry is virtually all about transforming resources with energy, as it always has been. Perhaps it has gone unnoticed by our governing class, but Canada has a rather wide variety of climates, indus-

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Lily Homeniuk Club Reporter On Sunday May 30, the Vegreville 4-H Beef Club had their annual Achievement Day Show. We were sure to stick to all 4-H Alberta COVID-19 guidelines and the weather was perfect for our outdoor show. All of the members are grateful to our parents, sponsors, and helpers needed to make the show a success. Our confirmation judge was Derek Westman and our grooming and showmanship judge was Jessica Pearson, with Kelsey Kisilevich as our MC. Our ring persons were Dennis Babiuk and Duncan Pearson. Our show results are as follows: Grand Champion Steer-Corbyn Ziegler Reserve Champion Steer- Paiten Axten Grand Champion Heifer- Gabrielle Cheremshynski Heavy Weight Class 1st Corbyn Ziegler

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ROADSIDE SPRAYING PROGRAM The County of Minburn No. 27 Agricultural and Utility Services will be operating a Roadside Spraying Program for the control of noxious weeds and brush in the 2021 season. If you do not wish to have spraying completed adjacent to your property, please contact our oﬃce to have your name and land description added to the no spray list. A reminder, however, if a landowner does not want adjacent road allowance sprayed, the landowner will accept full responsibility for noxious weed/brush control on said road allowance, in accordance with County bylaw 714-973. If you should have any further questions regarding the roadside spraying program please contact Darwin Ullery, Director of Agricultural and Utility Services at (780) 632-2082, Ext. 4.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Road reconstruction is currently underway in the Village of Ryley. Chief Administrative Officer Glen Hamilton-Brown said three blocks along 54 Avenue from 48 Street to 51Street are being reconstructed and which includes the replacement of water and sewer lines. A crew with Border Paving at work on the 54 Avenue project on June 2. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

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Hamilton-Brown said the 54th Avenue project is the first portion of the sewer and water distribution systems that have ever been replaced. The capital project includes earthwork, paving, installation of swales, sidewalks, some new curbs and gutters, as well as landscaping. Hamilton-Brown pointed out that water mains, sewer mains, two new fire hydrants, water shutoff/control valves, manholes, and 33 residential services were being rebuilt and replaced. Camrose based company Border Paving has been contracted to complete the $1.3 million project. Of that amount, $400,000 was supplied through Municipal Sustainability Initiative, (MSI) through the Province of Alberta. In 2021, MSI is providing $1.226 billion in funding, of which $1.196 billion will be in capital funding, and $30 million in operating funding to municipalities throughout the province. MSI Capital funding will average $722 million per year between 2021 and 2023.

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Decoration Day Services At Riverside Cemetery Sunday, June 13, 2021 Due to limited outdoor gatherings, this year's memorial ceremony will be held with no guests or families. The ﬂags will be placed at the resting places of the deceased veterans at Riverside Cemetery by June 8, if any family members would like to visit with their own personal dedication. At 1 pm the ceremony will be posted on the Legion Facebook page.

At Lavoy Cemetery Saturday, June 12, 2021 Due to limited outdoor gatherings, this year's memorial ceremony will be held with no guests or families. The ﬂags will be placed at the resting places of the deceased veterans at Lavoy Cemetery by June 8, if any family members would like to visit with their own personal dedication. If Alberta Health Services change the numbers for outdoor gathering, before June 12, please attend at your own discretion, taking into account the attendees around you.

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Junior A Hockey Coming to Vegreville Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Hockey fans will have a lot to cheer about this coming season as there will be a Junior A team taking up residence in Vegreville. Bryan Brown, Director of Operations for the Western States Hockey League, (WSHL) and General Manager of the new team, confirmed the news during a telephone interview with the Vegreville News Advertiser on June 7. Brown was excited to share the name of the new team that will be called the Vegreville Vipers. The Jr. A Tier 2 hockey team will consist of players between 16 and 20 years of age. The team is allowed to have 27 full-time players on the roster.

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Brown said he’s already received more than 35 calls from players who are interested in playing for the team. Some of the countries include: Latvia, Slovakia, Germany, Russia, Sweden and the Philippines in addition to players from the Quebec Junior Hockey League. “They have to be a good fit for our team because we want to be the best team in the league,” added Brown. There will be two training camps in September. One of the camps will be for local talent, (Albertans) and the other camp will be for out-of-province players. He explained that Junior A Tier 2 hockey is one step below the Alberta Junior Hockey League and the Saskatchewan Hockey League. It is a pay to play league and provides a great opportunity for players to earn college scholarships. “It’s all about getting kids to a higher level of hockey and an opportunity to go to college,” added Brown. In 2019, the

The Public Works Department of the Town of Vegreville has an opening for a full time, permanent Equipment Operator II position. An employee in this classification operates, but is not limited to; tandem trucks, compactors, snow removal equipment, sanding truck, street sweeper, water and sewer equipment, and other medium type mobile equipment. Find required qualifications, how to apply for the position and more information online.

Wireless Internet Technician VM Systems has an opening for a Wireless Internet Technician. This position is casual or part time with the option of permanent full time for the right person. Independent contractors will also be considered. Location: Vegreville based - 70% In the field, travel required. Skill Requirements: ! Grade 12 Education, ! Drivers License, ! Ability To Work At Heights, ! Experience With Hand Tools, ! Basic Computer Skills, ! Ability To Use Troubleshooting Equipment, ! Good Problem Solving, ! Self Motivated, ! Good Command Of The English Language. Type of Work: Servicing and monitoring of internet services. Installation and maintenance of wireless transmission hardware including radios, dishes and cables. All associated record keeping and paperwork. Must be bondable and be able to pass security clearances. Fall Protection will be required. Please apply with resume by fax or email to: VM Systems. hr@vm-systems.com Fax 1-780-801-2628

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The jersey of the Vegreville Vipers. (Bryan Brown/Submitted)

WSHL handed out more than 200 scholarships to players. The Vipers are locally owned by LoriAnn Cohoe. John Colings has been hired as the head coach and Kyle Outridge will serve as assistant coach for the team that will make its debut in late October. Brown said players will also have the opportunity to go down to Las Vegas in mid-December to participate in the WSHL Showcase. “Each one of the teams will play three or four games against teams of the same caliber. Brown said the schedule will run from October 22 to March 12 and feature 42 regular games that will be followed by two to four playoff games and the finals of the Thorne Cup which is named after the WSHL’s founder Dr. Don Thorne who formed the league in 1993. The Vipers will be one of 16 WSHL teams in Alberta and one of 20 in the division. Brown is hoping to get minor hockey involved with 50/50 sales and providing security for home games. The Vipers will be signing a three year ice agreement with the Town of Vegreville. Mayor Tim MacPhee stated that, “I personally am happy that we have somebody that we can enter into an ice user agreement at our facility to help offset the cost of running that arena after the Junior B committee said that they will be taking another year off. And I’m excited and looking forward to having some hockey back in our community. The fact that we have a local ownership in the team I hope will generate a lot of excitement in our community.”

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Stuff-A-Bus Campaign Fills a Need for Families good cause where they are donating the items to,” Haneef commented. Participant Jodie Derksen, said she felt it was important to give because there are a lot of people right now who we don’t even think about. “If we have something to give, we definitely give 100 percent to this cause.” EIPS Contractor Brent Matiaszow said he donated because he feels it’s important to help out people in the community. Laura Bruce donated several containers of books. She said she felt it was important for children to have books because literacy for children is very important from an early age. “My kids have outgrown the books that we have and are on to other things so I think it is a good idea to give some of these books to other kids.”

From left to right: Lana Killips, Organizer of Stuff-A-Bus Campaign and Senior Planner for Student Transportation for EIPS with Katie Thompson, another Senior Planner for Student Transportation for EIPS. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Elk Island Public Schools, (EIPS) Student Transportation Department launched its first ever Stuff-A-Bus Campaign at Vegreville Composite High School (VCHS) on June 1. The morning of June 1 began with a Bus Road-eo hosted by EIPS at the Vegreville Social Centre where drivers complete a series of challenges through an obstacle course. This activity was for bus drivers only and afforded them the opportunity to donate to the Stuff-ABus Campaign.

ishable food, school supplies, new or gently used books and toys. All the donations collected from the VCHS site will be distributed to 64 families within the County of Minburn and each box that the kids will receive will be customized for them. Lana Killips, Senior Planner with Student Transportation for EIPS and Event Organizer, said because during the COVID-19 pandemic times, a lot of families are in situations where they didn’t think they would be financially a year and a half ago, so EIPS wanted to do something positive for the students in our school division and end the year on a high note. Also, the school supplies and books will help prepare the kids for next year’s school year. Then the people who gave items to this cause benefited too as anyone who donated were able to enter a draw and possibly win one of three gift baskets which had gift certificates from local organizations and businesses in the baskets. Katie Thompson, another Senior Planner with Student Transportation for EIPS, said they will try to give personalized items to specific families in the school division. “So, I think it will be good that we will be able to give them exactly what they need. It has been a difficult year for everyone this year so it is nice to be able to help in any way we can.” VCHS student Haneef Amusat came by to drop off a donation because he thought it was a good opportunity. “I think it is a

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As a commuter I tend to log a lot of miles on my car. So when my daughter headed off to college, I gave her my vehicle and got another one. Even though my old car had high miles and a couple of dents, I thought it ran rather well. Shortly after arriving at school, she began calling every few weeks to tell me the car needed repair. First it was the battery that died, then the starter and then the radiator. On her last call she told me she took it in to have the muffler replaced. "The mechanic said it would be the last one I needed," she said. "Great," I commended. "It sounds like you got a good quality muffler." "Not exactly," she replied. "He just didn't think the car would last much longer!" (Thanks to Matthew J.)

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Tributes MEMORIAM

UMRYSH, Dennis Richard January 24, 1956 - June 12, 2018 My Dear Husband – my friend – love of my life. Three years have passed since that sad day God took you without a chance to say goodbye – I Love You and one last hug. But your loss has taught me many things, and now I face each day with hope that the next will be better, with the support of family and friends around me; since I know you wouldn’t want me to be sad forever – you would want me to keep smiling and be happy. I still watch the hummingbirds and finch flutter by the feeders and remember all the happy times we had together. And at some point in every day, my thoughts still turn to you and I think of the things you used to say and all that you did for me. I know I can’t be with you – and you can’t be with me, but what we shared will never die – memories last forever. You will always have a special place in my heart. With love, Your wife Marline

FEDUN, Albert April 25, 1937 - June 11, 2018 In loving memory of my dear husband who left me three years ago. Though Albert’s smile is gone forever Albert’s hand I cannot touch I still have so many memories of the one I loved so much. Albert’s memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part. God has Alberta in His keeping I have Albert in my heart. Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us everyday, unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed and very dear. Forever in my heart you’ll always stay. Deeply missed and forever loved For in life I loved you dearly and in death I love you still. I hold you close within my heart And there you will remain forever. To walk with me throughout my life, until someday we meet again. Always loved, remembered and sadly missed by your loving wife Angeline Memory Eternal Vichnaya Pamyat

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FEDUN, Albert April 25, 1937 - June 11, 2018 In loving memory of our dear special kind father, Gido and Great-Gido. It’s hard to believe that three years have passed since you were taken away from us. So many things have happened Since you were called away So many things to share with you. If you were here today. Dad you lived a full and meaningful life. If only we had one more Shot to just say goodbye. That way you would see how Our lifestyle has changed. The respect of our family and friends has changed without you. Dad you were our great hero Just to say one more thing, you were taken away too fast. Slipped right through our hands. But you were so loved, worked so hard, enjoyed playing cards, enjoyed visiting family and friends and especially going dancing with mom to the Emeralds and many other dance bands wherever it took you. And now you rest peacefully. And that makes our hearts smile. We love you Dad and Gido and now We have an Angel to call by name. So we’ll see you down the road Till we meet again in Heaven. Always loved, remembered and sadly missed by Jamie, Roger, Charlotte, Bernice, Larry, Joshua, Katie, Addison, Gabriel, Kelsey, Erin & Dallas

JACKSON, Bill June 1, 1958 - June 13, 2015 I thought of you today, but that is nothing new I thought about you yesterday and days before that too, I think of you in silence, I often speak you name All I have are memories and your picture in a frame. Our memories are a keepsake from which I’ll never part God has you in His arms, I have you in my heart Love always Rachel & family

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CZAR, Nick M. March 8, 1931 – June 6, 2021 With sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our father and Dido, Nick Czar on June 6, 2021 at the age of 90 years. Nick was born under a wagon on the Czar homestead outside of Warwick, AB – one of the many stories from his childhood that he loved to share with his grandchildren. He grew up on the farm and developed a love of the outdoors, animals, farming and music interests he maintained throughout his life. Whether at jamborees, family reunions, or for co-residents of the Vegreville Care Centre, Nick loved to pull out his fiddle or harmonica and play a tune. In addition to farming, Nick worked on the drilling rigs and was employed by SEDCO as a tool push for many years, in both Alberta and Barbados. Nick was the youngest of seven children. He was predeceased by his parents, Eva and Mike Czar; and his siblings and their spouses, Mary Boychuk (John), Kay Hillerud (Glen), Dan Czar (Olga), Bill Czar (Olga), and John Czar. He is survived by his daughter, Natalie Czar; son, Michael Czar (Sarah); and his grandchildren, Eva, Ruby, Nicholas, and Jacob; as well as his sister, Thelma Leschenko; sister-in-law, Lillian Czar; and numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends. A Celebration of Nick’s Life will take place at a later date. Nick’s family would like to thank the staff at Vegreville Care Centre for their compassionate and exemplary care during the last years of Nick’s life. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY-OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM

MENDIUK, Sylvester July 8, 1940 – June 2, 2021 On Wednesday, June 2, 2021, Sylvester Mendiuk of Andrew, Alberta peacefully, passed away at the age of 80 years. Sylvester is survived by his loving family, two sisters Evelyn (Bill) and Myra; and one brother Terry; nephews and their families, Brian (Jen) along with their sons Nolan and Pearson: Warren (Crystal) and their children Joshua and Sara: Grant (Lois) and their son Logan: and Clayton; along numerous other relatives and friends. Sylvester was predeceased by his parents Nick and Anne Mendiuk; brother Benny (Audrey). A Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial was held at the Assumption of The Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church at Star Peno with the Basilian Fathers officiating. Interment followed in the St. Michael the Archangel Ukrainian Catholic Church Cemetery – Limestone. In lieu of other tributes, memorial donations may be made to the Edmonton Humane Society c/o 13620-163 St NW, Edmonton, AB, T5V 0B2. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800

LAVELL, James Thomas August 20, 1954 – June 6, 2021 On Sunday, June 6, 2021, James Thomas Lavell, of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 66 years. James is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Rejeanne; children Melissa (Jerry), Melanie (Patsy) and Michael (Crystal); grandchildren Ashley, Channel, Raeanne, Kendra, DJ, Kristie-Dawn, Nicky, Taylor, Emily and Jayce; great-grandchildren Xavier and Ryker; brothers Shawn and Fred; sister Lynn (Ray). James was predeceased by his grandson Justin; parents George and Hilda Lavell; brothers Richard and Wayne; sisters Marie, Pat and Kathy. A Celebration of life for James will be planned at a later date. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800

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IFTODY Thank you so much to my family and friends for showering me in love on my 100th birthday. The birthday wishes from family and friends makes me feel so much gratitude. You brought me so much joy on my special day. Many thanks for all the birthday cards, flowers, goodie packages and the drive-by of so many vehicles, organized by Maryanne Zaparniuk on behalf of my coffee friends. Other friends heard about it and joined in. It was so appreciated! It was an amazing day and also amazing that I reached the age of being a centenarian! A whirlwind of a day I shall never forget. I am forever grateful for all my family and friends. Sincerely, Anne Iftody

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Hospitality Par Excellence at Riverview Golf Course

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