Vegreville News Advertiser - June 12, 2024

Honouring an Iconic, Historical Event

D-Day was one of the pivotal battles in World War II. To remember the 80th Anniversary of this occasion, RCL Branch No. 39 presented a ceremony at Vegreville Cenotaph on June 5, one day before the official day on June 6.

Comrade Diane Lydom was the emcee where she welcomed everyone.

President Terry Kuzyk said they don’t normally observe an individual battle. “But the significance and scope of the D-Day operation was of such magnitude and its effect on the outcome of World War II was enormous.

Planning for this invasion had been going on for almost a year and required equipment and personnel that

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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Terry Kuzyk at the podium with guests and colour party.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Hot Wing Contestants take on Carolina Reaper

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

There’s was plenty of action inside and outside of the rodeo ring during the Cloverlodge Stampede June 8 and 9 in the Town of Viking.

One of the featured attractions was the hot wing eating contest June 8 that was hosted by the Viking Royal Purple Branch No. 122. The chicken wings, doused with an amble amount of Carolina Reaper hot sauce, proved to be challenging for contestants and great fun for onlookers.

President Jamie Hodgins said it was the first time they had held this type of fundraiser which saw eight contestants raise funds for the local charitable organization.

Jamie’s husband Bart raised $1,050 out of the $2,000 dollars that was raised. She expressed her gratitude to all of the contestants, who represented: Town of Viking, Cloverlodge Stampede Association, Lake Olivia Cemetery, U of A Firefighters Burn Treatment Society, Viking Elks, Viking Dance Inspirations, Viking Ag Society and Viking Minor Hockey.

Viking Mayor James Buttner, who visibly struggled throughout the fiery contest, was consoled by Christopher Sutter.

Being a great sport, he graciously accepted his prize after being named: Best Suited to Become a Vegan. The other prize went to Braden Erickson who gave: Best Performance in a Culinary Drama.

All proceeds from the event will be put back into the community. Hodgins said that over the course of the Viking Royal Purple’s 75 year history, it has donated a total of $500,000 to a variety of different organizations and causes, some of which include: Viking School, Viking Preschool, Viking Gymnastics, Viking Dance Inspirations, Viking Library, Viking Food Bank, Viking/Beaver FCSS, Viking Hospital Auxiliary, Viking Fire and Rescue, Viking Senior Centre, Holden Rural Academy.

Hodgins added, “We also arrange for the kids at the school to perform at Extendicare and the Lodge in return for us covering a portion of the cost of busing for them to go to swimming lessons in Vegreville. We donate to Compassion House, STARS, Ronald McDonald House, Juvenile Diabetes and other groups, too.”

The Viking Royal Purple currently has 15 members. Hodgins said they are always looking for more.

Cloverlodge Stampede Association Hosts 44th Annual Rodeo

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

While the weather was less than ideal for the 44th annual Cloverlodge Stampede, folks took it in stride and enjoyed all it had to offer during the two day event June 8 and 9 in Viking.

The Diamond Cowgirls added sparkle to the rodeo ring and delighted audiences. The trick riding trio, consisting of: Brylee Harper from Provost, Morgan Sardoff from Wainwright and Atleigh Burzinski from Lloydminster showcased some of their daredevil moves for attendees at both afternoon performances.

A parade, pony rides, boot races, stick horse races, fireworks, pancake breakfast, hot wing eating contest and Christian cowboy service were some of the additional features during the stampede.

According to results posted on the Cloverlodge Stampede Association Facebook page, the winners are as follows:

Bareback- Jace Lomheim

Saddlebronc- Garrett Zieffle

Steer Wrestling & Tie Down- Bryce Kulbacki

Ladies Barrels- Aimee Cripps

Team Roping- Couy McBride & Tade Tonneson Jr Bulls- Westin Wade

Novice Horse- Peter Duffy Jr Barrels- Maggie Cartwright

Peewee Barrels- Kenlee Crow

Junior Steers- Levi Robbins

Ladies Breakaway- Acacia Milne Junior Breakaway- Steele Duncan

Ladies barrel racing contestant competes on June 8. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Reiley Armstrong. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) Junior breakaway contestant Paiten Axten from Lavoy. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Braden Erickson. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Christopher Sutter, left, comforts contestant James Buttner. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Contestants Shaun Hill, left, and Bart Hodgins. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Flying to Heights of Enjoyment

Over 250 aviators and enthusiasts of all ages were wide-eyed with wonder as they watched planes and helicopters land at the Vegreville Regional Airport during the Vegreville Flying Club (VFC) Fly-In Breakfast on June 9.

This event, hosted by VFC, featured over 50 aircraft. President of VFC, Jordan Stefaniuk, said they host this event to share their love of aviation. “We want to get everyone involved with aviation if they are interested. Aviation seems unapproachable if you are on the outside looking in, but it is approachable.

I have a private pilots’ license; I can fly anyplace around the world with this license. But I can’t earn money with it. The best thing about flying is the freedom involved where you see the land like a bird does and can go whenever you want to go. It’s an incredible feeling that not many people get to feel.

The challenges are the weather and the time commitment it takes to own an aircraft and learn how to fly it responsibly and safely and there is paperwork and licenses to maintain.”

When asked if it takes a long time to learn how to fly, he replied, “No, it doesn’t. I learned through the Air Cadets program.”

David Grinde from Holden flew in with his Hawk XP II. “These planes were built for the military because

they are made for extra performance. So, it has a 195-horsepower engine in it.

I have a private pilots’ license. I love flying and have been doing it for about five years. The best parts are seeing the scenery and the freedom involved. It is indescribable. The challenge is the weather. I learned to fly on my own with an ultralight plane.”

VFC Member Timothy Nawrot mentioned, “The Vegreville Flying Club has a rich history in Vegreville and the area for many decades. I have been a member since my teens. I was given the aviation bug by my father who was an active member for many years. VFC is a great support to pilots and anyone interested in aviation. Membership is open to all… experienced pilots are happy to provide insight and advice and show that flying is more accessible than people might expect.

Our club has several younger members who have recently joined. It provides a great social environment. The VFC recognizes the great economic importance of the Vegreville Regional Airport to the town. It is also important to general aviation. We are finding that the interest in the airport is increasing with visitors stopping in from eastern Canada and even the southern United States. Med-Evac flights and business flights also use the airport.”

A variety of aircraft flew in for the event. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)

Attendees enjoy the aircraft and good company. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)

Foreign Interference – Round 3?

Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser – Opinion

Interesting how the universe lays things out sometimes. Here we are recognizing the contributions our veterans made to the D-Day operation of June 6, 1944 and the National Security & Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) released their 75 page Special Report on Foreign Interference. That is a drastic dichotomy. On one side we are seeing an effort which brought together the forces of allied armies for the invasion of the beaches at Normandy in northern France and ultimately became known as the largest amphibious invasion in military history. On the other side we are now discussing the breadth and depth of foreign interference on our democracy.

The whole process started early in 2023, when in March, PM Justin Trudeau stated he would appoint a special rapporteur to probe allegations of Chinese interference in recent elections. David Johnston whom Trudeau appointed to the position ruled out calling a public inquiry in May of the same year when he released his first public report. Only a month later in June, former Governor General Johnston called it quits citing ‘highly partisan atmosphere’ in his decision. His suggestion to the PM as he left… “Ideally, you would consult with opposition parties to identify suitable candidates to lead this effort.”

Not long after, an initial report was released. By August, a select group of politicians including Green Party Leader Elizabeth May

and NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh both received their top-secret security clearances and attended confidential briefings. May stated at the time that the briefing included only two documents totaling 25 pages and cited intelligence reports she was not permitted to read.

Now we have the NSICOP report. The report states that a number of federal politicians are knowingly working with countries such as India and China. Of course, the politicking ensues. Not surprisingly, Conservatives started by demanding more information including names of the parliamentarians in question. In response, Public Safety Minister Dominic LeBlanc refused and urged party leaders to get their own classified briefings.

For his part, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has so far declined to accept a briefing stating that it would muzzle him. One has to wonder if this is simply more politics. Without a briefing, he can continue to pound the desk and make demands without the burden of knowing the facts. Facts which could show him things he would prefer to be oblivious to.

On page 32 of the report it states “PRC officials allegedly interfered in the leadership races of the Conservative Party of Canada.” In case the connection escapes you at the moment; that possibly includes a leadership race which put Poilievre in the leader’s seat.

Looking at things logically, putting names into the public at this point only serves those who want a pound of flesh and not actual justice. Names would put people, regardless of actual innocence or guilt at risk from zealots who from all sides already attack politicians in some form or another. Secondly, it would undoubtedly put the actual investigation at risk.

The 75 pages are an interesting read for a redacted report. It does describe the issue at heart and, for lack of a better word, is shocking. It outlines various situations where members of parliament “semi-wittingly” and wittingly co-operated (or are currently cooperating) with agents of foreign governments, including providing confidential information to the regimes in India and China. On page 25, in point 55, the report states, “Some elected officials, however, began wittingly assisting foreign state actors soon after their election.”

A word that has been used more than once is treason.

I, for one, feel we should have the RCMP take any and all necessary steps find those involved on both sides of these relationships and make extreme examples of them all. Our security partners are watching. If you think these recent revelations are not related to our exclusions from partnerships such as AUKUS, I think you would be mistaken. Foreign actors and Canadians alike should be punished to the fullest extent of the law. Anyone in government should end up behind bars and any publicly funded pensions should immediately be forfeited.

What we will find out at some point is how serious Canada is about the integrity of our democracy. Will we live up to those brave men and women who we remember on the anniversary of D-Day or we wilt and give platitudes and excuses?

Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

Town of Vegreville

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Vegreville’s Prosperity Industrial Park will soon be home to an innovative Home Panel Manufacturing Facility that aims to help solve Canada’s affordable housing crisis.

In May, the Town of Vegreville signed a purchase agreement with AJN Investment & Development for a 5.53acre lot within Prosperity Industrial Park. This lot will soon host the company’s $9.65-million manufacturing facility.

According to AJN, their patented wall paneling system is part of a unique concrete home-building process. This process eliminates the need for lumber and drywall, increases construction speed, and reduces the labor required, thereby significantly lowering the overall cost of homes. In addition to their efficient building process, a recent Energy Modelling Report prepared by Green Globe Consultants determined that AJN’s exte-

rior wall panels exceed an R-value of 40, resulting in high energy efficiency and even greater overall affordability.

“With the cost associated with comfortably heating or cooling a home continuing to rise, a home’s energy efficiency – or lack thereof – must be considered when discussing ‘affordable housing.’ Unfortunately, it can be a double-edged sword, as the type of construction and materials required to achieve high energy efficiency often results in a higher-priced home. The AJN Wall Panels are fireproof, moisture-proof, and incredibly energy efficient while also being more affordable than conventional home construction, stated AJN Investment & Development President Mohammed Ahmed.

“Council and I are thrilled to have AJN soon call Vegreville home. Not only will their new manufacturing facility help grow our community, but their innovative approach to home building has the poten-

tial to play a pivotal role in the creation of affordable housing locally, provincially, and across the country. Mohammed, Asra, and the entire AJN team have been tremendous to work with, and we look forward to welcoming them into our business community,” stated Mayor MacPhee. AJN Investment & Development plans to begin construction of their facility in spring 2025. Once completed, their operations will create 50 jobs, with the potential to scale to 200.

From L-R: Miles Berry, AJN Investment & Development, Sandra Ling - CAO, Town of Vegreville, Asra & Mohammed Ahmed, AJN Investment & Development and Mayor Tim MacPhee. (Town of Vegreville/Submitted Photo)

90 Years Ago – June 13, 1934

It is the intention of the government to go out of the rural phone business altogether, A.M. Acheson, local plant manager informed the Chamber of Commerce on Monday at a special meeting set aside for a discussion of rural phone problems.

It requires two and a half months for a shipment of Canadian flour to reach Calcutta, India from Vancouver.

Constable Baines of Tofield has been spending a great deal of time in Ryley during the past week. The young boys when caught in the act of letting the air out of his car tires had much less fun in pumping it back in with a hand pump.

Fire appeared on Saturday night and destroyed the residence of Peter Pashaka of the New Kiew district. The blaze broke out about eleven o’clock in the evening from some unknown cause and while most of the furniture was saved, the house was declared a complete loss.

In spite of the increase in wheat production and consumption in the past 30 years, the world still consumes from one and a half to two billion bushels of rye every year. Rye bread is most generally used in Russia, Germany, and Poland.

75 Years Ago – June 15, 1949

Mr. Purdue’s weather report is no better than last. In fact, it is worse as the district gets drier and drier. He did dig up one-tenth of an inch of rain, which is practically less than nothing. But Pete Rybak of Two Hills, in town on Wednesday, said that the district had a regular cloud burst that day. Pete couldn’t explain why Two Hills got it, while this district suffers.

Joe Shaw of Edmonton, was a caller in town Monday. Mr. Shaw formerly conducted the Bon Ton Dept. Store on the corner of Main and the highway but sold out in 1928 and is now interested in the wholesale dry goods business in the city.

The first commercial telegraph line in Canada was set up in 1847, linking Toronto, Hamilton, St. Catherine’s, Niagara Falls, and Buffalo.

Returning Officer H.S. Hurlburt received, as expected, just the two nominations for Vegreville Electoral District. John Decore, Liberal, and Anthony Hlynka, Social Credit, filed their papers through their Official Agents, John H. Bilyk of Mundare for Mr. Decore and Nick S. Shewchuk of Willingdon for Mr. Hlynka.

50 years Ago – June 13, 1974

MLA for Vegreville John Batiuk was pleased to present a cheque for $3,000 in support of the forthcoming Vegreville Cultural Society’s Showcase of Ukrainian Culture later this month. Mr. Batiuk, in presenting the cheque on behalf of the Alberta Government, to Mr. Huzil, also added that an additional $2,000 would be forwarded in the near future for the show.

The Vegreville 4-H Beef Club held a very successful show and sale at the Vegreville Exhibition Grounds with Harold Albrecht showing the Grand Champion Steer and Dale Kuly the reserve champion. At the sale, the champion sold for a record high of 76c a lb. and the reserve champion for 73c, both purchased by Vinet’s Tom-Boy Store in Vegreville.

On June 7, 1974, the Vegreville Ladies Fastball Club coached by Elgin Brown, motored to Ranfurly to participate in the Innisfree Sports Day. They received a bye in the first round. In the second round, they defeated Mannville which put them in the finals against Ranfurly. In the finals they defeated Ranfurly. The winning pitcher was Annette Stefancik assisted by Terry Stefancik. 25 Years Ago – June 15, 1999

High Tea was celebrated by members of the St. Ol’ha Branch of the Ukrainian Women’s Association of Canada on Sunday. During the celebration, four members were presented with national certificates for 50 years of membership. They were Nellie Bartman, Kay Shymko, Anne Soldan, and Nellie Tkachuk who have all dedicated time and service to the organization.

After practicing as a chiropractor in a career that spanned close to 51 years, Dr. Robert McKenzie is heading for retirement. Chiropractor Daniel Fisher, a partner in McKenzie’s practice, paid tribute to McKenzie.

Vegreville Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corp assisted the Knights of Columbus on their sandbag operation again this year. Mountains of sand were bagged during a six-hour operation which was smooth but created many stiff muscles. It also created some healthy appetites for all involved.

St. Joseph’s Hospital hasn’t been advised to make any plans in case of a strike by Alberta nurses. Eugene Rudyk said at noon Monday that the last communication they had from Lakeland Regional Health Authority was Saturday, at which time it looked like a settlement would be reached.

Seventeen participants entered the Demolition Derby which was part of the Two Hills Farmer’s Day Weekend Events on Saturday.

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Capital Gains Tax Increase Guarantees More Stagflation

Ian Madsen Frontier Centre for Public Policy

Last month, Canadians were treated to the latest growth-strangling budget of our mushrooming federal government. Beyond the Trudeau government’s typical lavish spending plans, one particular change has sparked significant concern: the increase in capital gains inclusion rate from one-half to two-thirds.

For someone earning over $250,000 annually – the new proposed federal exclusion level – their marginal tax rate on capital gains will increase significantly. In Saskatchewan, for example, it will rise from roughly 24 percent to 32 percent; in British Columbia, it will jump from 26.5 percent to 35.5 percent.

It’s crucial to remember that these capital gains taxes are in addition to the taxes already levied on business profits. This increase affects large publicly traded corporations and small businesses, including physicians’ practices, which will be particularly hard hit.

This issue extends beyond what some might dismiss as ‘rich people’s problems’; it represents a typical socialist solution that soon becomes a problem for everyone. Particularly affected are entrepreneurs and venture capitalists, who will be left with fewer resources to reinvest in new, innovative, and growing businesses.

Future ventures will become less attractive as potential profits from a business sale decline. Institutional investors and affluent individuals will have fewer dollars to invest in venture capital funds. Although these investors are not directly affected by the increase in capital gains inclusion rate, the entrepreneurs who manage these ventures and their companies are – and they are essential partners in these investments.

Trevor Tombe, an economics professor at the University of Calgary, has calculated that the effective marginal tax rate on capital gains – meaning the tax on the next dollar earned – would increase from approximately 27 percent to 35 percent, nearing the top marginal 40 percent income tax rate (varying by province).

This change shifts Canada’s position from 13th to third worst in the Organization of Economic Cooperation and Development rankings and is significantly higher than in the U.S.

This last point is crucial because the U.S. boasts the world’s oldest, largest, deepest, broadest, and most diverse venture capital ecosystem. Although California taxes are high for the U.S., Canada’s are even higher. California also has generous re-investment features to lessen the tax blow on a business sale.

It’s challenging to quantify the wealth that has not been created over the past 10 years, a period during which Canada’s productivity growth rate has lagged significantly behind that of the U.S. This shortfall is reflected in Canada’s substantially lower per capita GDP, which stood at approximately US$20,800 in 2022 but is now 27 percent lower. Our current economic malaise will likely devalue our currency further, making Canadian assets – such as businesses, stocks, bonds, or real estate – more attractive to foreign investors, who can acquire them at bargain basement prices.

The Council of Canadian Innovators and the Venture Capital and Private Equity Association of Canada warn that increasing the capital gains inclusion rate will harm investment and growth. While the Trudeau government’s latest budget optimistically projects it will affect just 0.13 percent of taxpayers and raise $19 billion, there is substantial evidence that high-income individuals change behaviour in response to tax increases, with these types of tax hikes generally yielding less than forecasted in revenue.

It all seems utterly senseless to damage Canada’s growth prospects by raising capital gains taxes, especially as we already struggle to attract investments that could transform economic stagnation into robust growth and prosperity.

Interestingly, Donald Trump’s election platform includes cutting the U.S. capital gains tax to 15 percent. Hopefully, this will finally set off some alarm bells in Ottawa, but don’t hold your breath.

Ian Madsen is the Senior Policy Analyst at the Frontier Centre for Public Policy.

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Compiled by dan beaudette

Vegreville Food Bank Finds a Home

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

The space is roomy and the shelves are wellstocked and organized at the new location of the Vegreville Food Bank (VFB) next to the Pot O’ Gold. On May 28, volunteers were given a tour of the new building.

VFB Society Coordinator Linda Wilkinson explained, “We moved in from May 21 to 23, 2024 with the help of community volunteers and businesses. We are grateful to the community for the overwhelming support.

The location is great because it is central, and people don’t have to go out of their way to come to the food bank.”

When asked about the space. “We are very excited

about how much room we have in our new facility. There is one room for just the freezers!”

When questioned about what this will mean for people trying to access food. “We are excited to have our own space again and to be able to give out regular and emergency food hampers again.”

In 2023, the Vegreville Food Bank Society gave out 1,125 hampers (817 in 2022) to 360 households (302 in 2022).

In the fall of 2023, VFB officially started serving clients on Tuesdays to meet increased demand, and in March of 2024 was able to properly staff that day of the week. Also in 2024, VFB hired a part-time assistant to ease the workload for the part-time Coordinator. More than 2,100 hours were contributed by approximately 40 volunteers.

Of note, December 2023 saw the most hampers given on record: 122. More than one-third of those helped were children and youths.

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Professionals and volunteers from L-R: Eva McCauley, Jocelyn Mouyios, Linda Wilkinson, Pam Cole, Sandra Hayes, Brenda Labrie, Shirley Holyk and Caren Bilyk. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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BRANCH No. 39 MEMBERS: Years of Service Pins to be presented at the Branch

long was assaulted by troops from Canada, Britain, and the United States; about 150,000 in all.

While it is easy to think of the landing as being an army event, it was truly a tri-service effort. In addition to the nearly 15,000 Canadian troops who stormed ashore that morning, there were 39 squadrons of RCAF aircraft; bombers, and fighters with hundreds of crew members in the air plus some transporting paratroops.

And equally important 110 warships of the Royal Canadian Navy plus dozens more landing craft carrying the troops, guns, tanks, jeeps, and other equipment.

One of the warships that day was our own, HMCS Vegreville, participating as part of the fourteenth flotilla and busy at

work sweeping mines ahead of the landing. Eighty years ago, right now she would have been sailing in the dark off Normandy’s coast clearing the sea.

At the end of that first day Canadians had pushed further inland than any others, almost 11 kilometers.

Success came with a price though; there were nearly 1100 Canadian casualties that day, over 380 fatal; it was the breakthrough needed to complete the Pincer movement to push the Germans back to their country and ultimately surrender to end the war.

Vegreville on behalf of Mayor Tim

for County of Minburn all bought greetings which acknowledged the efforts and sacrifices of all the brave men and women who changed the history of the Second World War.

Representing Serving Members was Commander Leslie Yewer-Stacy, Commanding Officer for HMCS

While we are especially commemorating D-Day here; I must acknowledge the successes of Canadian troops in Italy at that time, especially the four Alberta Regiments there. Their battles had been going on for almost a year and only two days earlier had taken part in the capture of Rome.”

Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, Honourable MLA for Fort Saskatchewan/ Vegreville and Parliamentary Secretary for Settlement Services and Ukrainian Evacuees, Jerrold Lemko, Councillor for

Nonsuch’s address echoed the sentiments of these dignitaries while she mentioned that our serving personnel continue to fight against tyranny and continue to fight to uphold our values.

Afterward, attendees went to the RCL Branch No. 39 Hall to enjoy snacks, fellowship, and a sing-along music performance by Diane Lydom and Emily Kuly where they sang songs from World War II.

Colour Party being led by Shannon Haubrick with Nicole Radcliffe Lakusta, Cadet Bretz, Sergeant Harold, and Ria Radcliffe. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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MacPhee, Roger Konieczny, Reeve

Terry Kuzyk. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Annual Father’s Day Event

Vegreville Agricultural Society

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Stay tuned for the always exciting Annual Father’s Day Event at the Fair Grounds in Vegreville on Sunday, June 16th. This fun-filled family outing is sponsored by Vegreville Auto & Industrial Supply Ltd. (Bumper to Bumper) and is a joint effort of the Vegreville Agricultural Society and the Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club. Gates open at 10 am and the show runs until 5 pm.

It’s an exhilarating day of fun for people of all ages with several activities for everyone to enjoy along with great food and great displays.

Make sure you treat yourself to the ‘Show n’ Shine’ sponsored by McDonald’s. This fan-favourite features over 150 antique autos and trucks restored to their original glory for your enjoyment. Joining the cars and trucks again this year will be the always interesting ‘Rat-Rods’.

You and your family will want to see all of the action at the ‘Demo-Derby’ sponsored by Grant Miller Motors. There are several ‘smash-em-up’ events to bring thrills to your afternoon with $10,000 in prize money up for grabs! The ‘Damage will be Done’ on the track starting at noon. Call Ken @ 632-1994

On the grandstand, young folk are looking forward again to the ‘Power Wheels Derby’ sponsored by ‘Flash Distributors NAPA’. This event will take place between the heats and will help create the Demo Derby Drivers of the future!

New this year in front of the grandstand is the ‘Burnout’exibition to test the power of the vehicle and the strength of their tires. Sponsored by Kal Tire.

As part of the ‘better every year!!’ Father’s Day Event, we also feature the always popular ‘Antique Tractor Display’ brought to you by Deerland, the larger than life ‘Big-Rig Semi’s brought to

you by Full Throttle, and the fantastic display of dozens of ‘Antique Snowmobiles’ brought to you by Grainland Farms.

And you won’t want to miss the amazing display of ‘Vintage and Custom Motorcycles’ sponsored by Vantage Builders and RONA. This will feature several beautifully restored and customized motorcycles for you to look at and dream about! These folks sure take ‘Pride in their Ride’.

The Multiplex (Curling Rink) will again be filled with a ‘Dazzling Display of Amazing Garden Scale and award-winning HO Scale Model Railroads’.

All of this, plus great food and vendors displaying and selling their unique and interesting items at our ‘Mini-Market Trade Show’ just for you and your family at our Annual Father’s Day Event in Vegreville Sunday June 16th. Hope to see you there and please bring a friend or two!!!

Family Fun for young and old! Admission is still just $10 for anyone 16 years and older, $5 from age 6 – 15 and under 6 free!

Dash to Summer

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

The Vegreville Agricultural Society (VAS) kicked-off its summer season with fun and heart-pounding rural-style activities on May 31, June 1 and 2.

The event featured the grand reopening of the grandstand on May 31. All three days featured the Alberta Professionals Chariot and Chuckwagon Association (APCCA) races.

Race Coordinator Shane Cartier said, “There were around 20 chuckwagon and 26 chariot racers.

There was one rookie chariot driver and one rookie chuckwagon driver. The rest were all veterans.

We had drivers coming to compete from all over the province.”

Announcer Terry Cartier admitted that he hasn’t raced for 10 years but had raced for over 20 years prior to that. When asked what it is like to race, he replied, “It is good. It takes a lot of work. The best part is racing and when the horn goes and the

barreling happens. Then you have to race with three or four other outfits and try to race them and beat them to the finish line.

To be successful, you need to pick good quality running horses. You need to exercise them every day for the long track. You can give them a day or two off. Then you need to train them and break them properly.

I do miss racing. This is why I came to announce this show.”

On the (VAS) Facebook page it was noted that the Champions were Breanna O’Connor (chariots) and Jack Stott (chuckwagon) driver by John Stott with a total of 207.13 seconds raced! That’s approximately 69.04 seconds each day with her fastest time being 67.70 on day two.

Jack Stott and John Stott with a total of 205.35 seconds raced; approximately 68.45 seconds raced each day with his fastest time being 67.47 on day two.

There were humourous races too. Courtnei Davies, Coordinator for the Human Chicken Costume Races and Animal Chicken Races, explained, “The human chicken costume races were for some wholesome entertainment between the chariot and chuck wagons races. People loved the silliness of the chicken races so we figured why not make it even more silly! These races were like an obstacle course.

We had 10 chickens at the animal chicken races; it went quite well. We had a great crowd come out and fun was had by all.”

June 1 and 2 rode in with the Open Horse Show. Chair Russell Crowe explained, “We had 55 horses which is

Meet the Drivers’ Pancake Breakfast was featured at the VAS Dining Hall. At this time, there was the Cowboy Church where musicians from St. John’s Lutheran Church musicians performed hymns and Christian songs as well as recited spiritual messages. Dash to Summer - CONTINUED ON PAGE 19

Chuckwagon races. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Chuckwagon races. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Vegreville 4-H Beef Club Holds Achievement Day

Pocock and 2nd Paiten Axten

The Vegreville 4-H Beef Club held its annual show and sale on May 27 at the Vegreville Ag Grounds.

Club President Allyson Huculak stated that members have spent countless hours of hard work and patience with their projects to produce the best top quality beef on the market from their family farms. Everyday our members are following the motto ‘Learn to do by Doing’ practicing these skills to become successful cattle producers.

This year our club has 19 top quality steers for sale, four heifers, one, two-year-old cow/calf pair, one, three-year-old cow/calf pair, one novice beef project as well as seven Cleaver calves participating in the show.”

Achievement Day was the highlight of the year for members, including Avery Pipke. He also enjoyed Awards Night that was held on March 3. This year he had a Simmental cross steer named Forky, and a Black Angus heifer named Betty.

For Casey Yakubow it was her fourth year in 4-H and she was very grateful to have a calm Red Angus steer Zeeke. She said the highlight of the year was meeting new people.

Former Vegreville 4-H Beef Club member Shawn Holyk served as Barn Boss with help from David MacTaggart, who took on a supporting role with the club this year. “I’ve seen some growth in the club this year,” said MacTaggart, who was giving some instructions to members before they headed out to the show ring.

Club Leader Kelly Weleschuk commented following the event that, “4-H is an amazing program that teachers our members so many life skills. I am beyond proud of each and every member. They have showed so much growth and I couldn’t be happier with how well they all did.

Our community came together to support these members with the buying of steers as well as all the donations from our sponsors. Our show and sale would not have been so successful without all the support.”

Show Results:

Judging:

Junior: 1st – Casey Yakubow and 2nd – Cooper Axten

Intermediate: 1st – Paiten

Axten and 2nd Karly Weleschuk

Intermediate/Senior: 1stChase Forsyth and 2nd Allyson Huculak

Grooming:

Junior: 1st – Matthew

Mears and 2nd Casey Yakubow

Intermediate: 1st – Paiten

Axten and 2nd Ally Pocock

Intermediate/Senior: 1st –Allyson Huculak and Ella McCallum

Showmanship:

Junior: 1st - Cooper Axten and 2nd Casey Yakubow Intermediate: 1st Ally

Intermediate/Senior: Allyson Huculak and 2nd Brady Weleschuk

Yearling Heifers: 1st – Chase Forsyth 2nd – Avery Pipke

Two-Year-Old Cow/Calf: 1st – Sydney Sen

Three-Year-Old Cow/ Calf: 1st – Paiten Axten

Supreme Female: 1st – Paiten Axten 2nd – Chase Forsyth

Best Homegrown Female: 1st – Sydney Sen

Market Class: Light Weight 1st – Ayden Homeniuk 2nd – Avery Pipke

Medium – First Class: 1st Karly Weleschuk 2nd Cole Homeniuk

Medium – Second Class: 1st – Cooper Axten 2nd – Casey Yakubow

Heavy Class: 1st – Ally Pocock 2nd – Paiten Axten

Championship Class: 1st – Ally Pocock – Grand Champion 2nd – Cooper Axten – Reserve Champion

Homegrown – Paiten Axten

Best Rate of Gain – Sydney Sen

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser

Grand Champion winner Ally Pocock with General Leaders Clark Pipke and Kelly Weleschuk, and Judges Kendra Fisher and Dave Hofstra. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/Submitted Photo)

Reserve Champion winner Cooper Axten with General Leaders Clark Pipke and Kelly Weleschuk, and Judges Kendra Fisher and Dave Hofstra. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/ Submitted Photo)

Champion Home Grown Steer winner Paiten Axten. General Leaders Clark Pipke and Kelly Weleschuk, and Judges Kendra Fisher and Dave Hofstra. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/ Submitted Photo)

Concerning Political Neutrality vs. Inclusivity

- Article in the May 22 issue of the News Advertiser -

I will try to keep this letter in the realm of simple common sense. Is it too hard for the current Vegreville Mayor and Council to figure out that what Miranda, Charlotte, and Edie are asking for, and the Town of Westlock has adopted, is simply common sense intelligence, and also respects the beliefs of all those who don’t want the public property which they pay for and help maintain, being used to promote the perversion agenda (also known as “pride”), or any other agenda. Or is the Council now ruled by what are now commonly called leftist “woke” people? Coun. Berry responds by using worn out words like “the slippery slope of what is neutral and what isn’t neutral,” as if it is too hard to tell. How about doing what these ladies ask for and avoiding the “slippery slope” altogether? Too hard to figure out? And of course, sounding like many politicians of a certain stripe do today, using words that come across as so “inclusive” on the outside, Coun. Rudyk states that “they were charged to represent everybody that lives in Veg. and that it’s important to represent all Veg. residents.” Yes, let’s represent all Veg. residents by stomping on the beliefs of many who oppose this “pride” agenda, and paint our publicly funded sidewalk with it, and fly that “pride” flag on our public flag poles. That’s how we will

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represent all Veg. residents… whether they like it or not! After all, that’s what they pay their tax dollars for us to do isn’t it? And part of what they pay us to do is also to “educate” all those who are not the modern, morally superior beings that we are! We must force them to be made more in our image, beginning with their children in school!

- David Fedoruk

Thank you for your letter David. We have received a number of communications on this article from May 22, so I know that others have the same concerns. I for one, wonder if the same consideration would be given to a “Father’s” Flag, or other events and causes. Christmas, Ramadan, or a very timely flag recognizing D-Day and those who fought for our freedoms. I will also throw my vote behind a checkered flag crosswalk for our local drag racers and a green 4-H crosswalk to support our young 4-H contingent. All very serious suggestions if we are open to including flags and imagery outside what is considered “standard”. With that in mind, this would also mean that flags such as a Terry Fox flag would be deemed unacceptable. Slippery slopes often slide both ways. - AB

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Having a Blast with The Whiskey Boyz

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Guests experienced a quality night out of music entertainment when Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 presented The Whiskey Boyz and a four course meal on June 1.

The dinner of tender pork ribs and chicken was catered by Diane Fausak and her crew with help from St. Mary’s School students which Diane admitted were awesome workers.

This band was established in 1992. Over the course of their years, they have charted nationally and internationally. They are signed to Deer City Records.

Band member Ken Polansky said they were on a Canadian tour. “We are

based out of Edmonton now. We formed this band because of our love of country music.

My favorite part of performing is when the dance floor is cooking and people are having fun. That is what you do it for.

The challenges are it is hard because we are away from our families. It is also a lot of work to set up and drive to the place.”

The instant this band performed, the high energy and rollicking rhythms created the impression that everyone was in for a fun night.

They made sure the audience interacted and requested for them to sing along to some songs while enticed them to get up and dance by playing their favorite tunes.

Wendy Brook Music Festival Bursary Concert

Regina Chrapko

Submitted

This event at Heritage House on May 24, 2024, marked the end of the season’s events. The Derow family couldn’t participate but will perform at a later date in Mundare.

The names of the Bursary Donor, the recipient of the award, and the event they will use their bursary are as follows:

Perogies and Jam, Kennadie Sabo, University of Lethbridge Piano Intensive.

Li Giebelhaus, Russell Derow, Drumkit Workshop

Drs. Tim and Elizabeth Nawrot, Brynn

Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Viola Braun-Fox, Clara Derow, Nikos Dance Studio-Musical Theatre

Derek Fox Financial, Kali Schneider, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Lions Club, Ruth Derow, Nikos Dance Studio-Musical Theatre Lions Club, Sawyer Kotelko, Citadel Theatre-Musical Theatre

John Kubin, Sadie Weleschuk, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Vegreville Elks Lodge, Shelby Crowther Warawa, Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village

Wendy Brook Festival, Wesley Derow, Drumkit Workshop.

Weleschuk,

Front row L-R: 1) Kennadie Sabo, Kali Schneider, Sawyer Kotelko, Brynn Weleschuk, Shelby Crowther Warawa and Sadie Weleschuk. Back row L-R: Don Harfield, Paul Bosse and Viola Braun Fox. (Regina Chrapko/Submitted Photo)

The Whiskey Boyz performing. Inset: Guests enjoying the night of great entertainment. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Tributes

Albert Fedun

April 25, 1937 - June 11, 2018

In loving memory of our dear loving husband, Dad, Gido and great Gido who passed away six years ago.

As the years go by you realize how precious life is especially for the loved one that is no longer by our side.

We are blessed of the years that you were with us.

Remembering the good and happy times in our lives with you.

That twinkle in your blue eyes, that smile on your face and that special laughter that always will be in our hearts.

The love, guidance, patience and understanding that was passed on to us through you is a true blessing.

These memories are proved to be golden.

Nothing can ever take away the love your heart holds dear.

Fond memories linger every day

Remembrance of you keeps you near

Since your spirit is always with us.

We always feel your guidance and protection

For you “Albert” are our “Angel” that a loving God knows best. You are in our thoughts and prayers every day and in our hearts you live forever, because we always thought the world of you.

You “Albert” are forever loved and sadly missed by your loving wife Angeline, sons Roger and Jamie, daughters Charlotte and Bernice, Grandchildren, Joshua, Katie, Gabriel, Kelsey, Dallas, and Erin, and great granddaughter Addison. Vichnaya Pamyai Memory Eternal

Dennis Richard Umrysh

January 24, 1956 to June 12, 2018

To A Very Special Husband, The months have passed and turned into years, but you are never forgotten. You were someone who enjoyed the simple things in life.

Cows grazing in the field.

Calves running with their tails high up in the air. Sitting and petting Missy or one of our other special pooches. Watching the cats playing on the deck.

The hummingbirds fluttering around their feeders. Family and friends stopping in for a visit for a cup of coffee and treats.

Us watching a funny TV show together – laughing so hard that tears would run down our faces. We worked together – played together – laughed together and as you always said, Lived in Paradise together.

You will always have a special place in my heart and always will be part of one of the most important chapters in my life. With love, Your wife, Marline

November 24, 1989 – June 14, 2021

In loving memory of our wife, mom, daughter, sister, auntie and friend

If roses grow in heaven Lord, Please pick some for me.

Place them in our loved one’s arms and tell her they’re from me.

Tell her that I love her and miss her

And when she turns to smile, place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for awhile.

Because remembering her is easy I do it every day.

But there’s an ache within my Heart that will never go away.

Forever loved and deeply missed, Michael, Drayson, Dallin and Genevieve

Mom and Rob Kendall, Ben, Harrison and Emi Robin, Arielle, Jake, Charlie and Arthur Brittiny, Jay, Jaxen, Zetter and Lev

MOROZIUK, Victoria

February 17, 1935 - June 15, 2010

Those we love Don’t go away

They walk beside us

Every day

Unseen, unheard

But always near

Still loved, still missed And forever, dear

Forever loved and missed The Moroziuk family.

SHARUN, Cody

November 22, 2002 - June 14, 2021

I thought of you with love 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 your name.

All I have are memories, And your picture in a frame. Your memory’s my keepsake, With which I’ll never part. God has you in his keeping, I have you in my heart.

Love, Dad, Mom, Chelsea, and Baba

Cody Perry Sharun

November 22, 2002 - June 14, 2021

He left us quietly

His thoughts unknown

But he left us with memories

We are proud to own

So treasure him, Lord

In your garden of rest

For when on Earth

He was one of the best

“Fly Free Cody”

We will love you Always Uncle Myron & Aunty Sheila

October

On Thursday, June 6, 2024, Eugene Perepeletza of Andrew, Alberta passed away at the Smoky Lake Health Care Centre at the age of 84 years from complications of pneumonia and COPD. He is survived by his children Donna (Kirk) Boyko, Tom (Christine) and his son Brodey, Anita (John) Kucharski and their children Wyatt and Emmerson; siblings, twin sister Eunice (Lorne) Ulley, Irene Kiefiuk, Eleanor Griffiths, Virginia Schorak and Ester Janicki; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Eugene will join his wife Joanne who left him five months and six days ago; son Ronald; parents Tom and Anastasia Perepeletza; in-laws John and Jennie Garred; brothers Bill, Alex, John, Mike, Victor and Eli; and sisters Mary, Helen and Catherine. The family is grateful for the time and care that the doctors and staff of George McDougall – Smoky Lake Health Care Centre provided and a very special thanks to Dr. Hendrik Lourens and the numerous nurses who took care of our dad until he was called home.

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, June 14, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at the Andrew Community Centre with Fr. Kolin Berglund officiating. Interment to follow in the Holy Trinity Orthodox Church Cemetery – Sunland. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in our fathers memory to “Holy Trinity Orthodox Church –Sunland” or “Alberta Health Services – George McDougall Hospital.”

To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. Vegreville, 780-603-5800

December 21, 1943 – June 06, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce that Olivia Lillian Walcheske went to be with the Lord on June 6, 2024. She passed away peacefully with family by her side. Olivia always put her family first. She was a loving wife, mother and granny and played an integral part in our life. She had a love for the outdoors and took so much

OF THANKS

HEWKO, Elizabeth

I wish to express my sincere thanks to family and friends for the flowers, cards, words of comfort and donations received after the loss of my beloved daughter Elizabeth Hewko.

I wish to thank the staff and doctors of the Cross Cancer Hospital in Edmonton. A special thank you to Barb, Carmen, Ledawn, Darlene and Sandra who provided support to Elizabeth as well as myself during her illness.

Thank you to Patty and Gord at Autumn Rose for their kindness and compassion and for taking care of all the arrangements.

Betty Lou Hewko

PEREPELETZA, Eugene

8, 1939 – June 6, 2024

Courtney Blair Yakimetz

Olivia Lillian Walcheske

Itty-Bitty Biddy

Shirley Dubitz smiles as she holds the baby chick. (Eagle Hill Lodge/Submitted Photo)

Resident Gordon Fehr with this fine feathered friend. (Eagle Hill Lodge/Submitted Photo)

Joann Gow, left, hands over baby chick to Marie Tatarin. (Eagle Hill Lodge/Submitted Photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

With clear voices, passion, and humour, Grades Four, Five, and Six students at A.L. Horton School presented the Speaking in Class Speech Competition on May 30.

Students Savannah and Nick emceed this event.

The judges were Tina Warawa, Larissa Bombak, Jamieson Brown, Colleen Welsh, Brandon Salzyn, Kristine Folk.

There were winners in each grade. The chosen speakers and place they won were Jackson-second place, Livia-second place, Erica-third place, Inna-first place, Savannah-first place, Amie-first place, MacKenzie -third place, Lillian-fourth place, Carter-fourth place, Benny-fourth place, Matthew-third place, Gabe-second place.

Overcoming Fears

These students spoke about farming, WNBA Star Caitlin Clark, their sisters, aromatherapy, dragonflies, the future, sports, why you should join 4-H, and other interesting topics. The judges commented that all the students did amazing! They loved their topics and how passionate the students were about their topics. They were impressed by how calm and confident the students were. They liked how they engaged the audience. Students with their medals and certificates. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

When asked, speaker Ida said she practiced her speech for five days. “The experience was fun, especially presenting my speech to the audience. I was nervous but I handled it by looking at my sisters.”

Amie admitted that she practiced her speech for a week. “Saying my speech was scary but fun. It was fun to talk about my sister and how people laughed about the humour I put into it.”

Savannah commented that she practiced her speech for three days. “I did this last year, so it wasn’t as nerve-racking for me but I almost felt dizzy looking at everyone staring at me. However, it was enjoyable to have everybody experiencing how I felt about aromatherapy and to have them know how plants are important in the world for therapy.”

MCs Savannah and Nick.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Judges discussing the speeches. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

pretty much on par with what we usually have each year.

Contestants are asked to enter the ring and be judged on their ability and horses’ ability upon strategic movements and gaits of the horses. Being for many the first show of the year it’s a great way to iron out the kinks of winter and learn what they need to work on to grow into

Forever in Memory

The traditional blessing of the graves, in memory of our our loved ones, our parents the late Andrew and Julia Newchuk was held Sunday, June 2nd 2024, blessings by minister in attendant. Son Trifon, in honor of Mom and Dad, displayed a heartfelt memory, a team of horses, along with the traditional Colauch, candles and fruit for the blessing. The Newchk family would like to thank Brother Nick Newchuk and wife Susie who yearly carried through this heartfelt tradition.

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stronger riders and develop their horses as well as earn placings and win prize money and titles.”

Participant Lindsey Gillingham from Tofield trained her horse Lyric for this show. “I named this horse that because she likes music. She is only two. I started showing her last year. I have been participating in horse

shows since I was 10 which is 31 years. My favorite parts are trying different skills and learning new skills with my horses. The challenge in showmanship and halter is making sure that they stand still; if the bugs start biting, this can be hard as the horses are paying attention to other stuff, and for the trails, it is the obstacles and you want to make sure they are focused on what their task is.”

June 1 threw some light-hearted competition when the firstever Vegreville Bean Bag/Corn Hole Tournament took place.

Dash to Summer - CONTINUED from above

The Open Horse Show. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Human Chicken races. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Showcasing the chicken contestants before the races. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Alberta to Lead Development of Skilled Trades Credential Program

Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

As our province’s economy continues to grow and diversify, the demand for skilled trades’ workers is expected to grow expeditiously as well.

To aide in this, as well as address the ongoing needs of Alberta skilled trade students, our government has appointed an Advisory Council of Skilled Trades Youth Ambassadors (STYA). The STYA was created to ensure the voices of

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Alberta’s government was selected to lead the development of the new Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC). This new credential program replaces the general educational development (GED), which was the longstanding option for adult learners seeking equivalent accreditation to an Alberta Diploma. The CAEC was developed to meet the needs of Canadian adults with consideration of the diverse cultures and perspectives that are represented in Canada.

PUBLIC NOTICE TAXPAYERS

County Of Two Hills No. 21

Notice is hereby given that the 2024 Combined Tax and Assessment Notices have been mailed as of June 13, 2024 to all property owners in the County of Two Hills No. 21. In accordance with Section 311(1) of the Municipal Government Act, Chapter M-26 R.S.A. 2000, all persons are deemed to have received their combined Tax and Assessment Notices as a result of this Notice.

Please review your Combined Assessment and Tax Notice. If you have any questions, contact the County Office or attend the Open House scheduled at the County Office, where you can discuss your Assessment Notice with the County Assessor.

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This transformation work is underway and will help deliver more care in our communities, enhance workforce capacity, increase choice and innovation, and improve the quality of care within the continuing care sector.

This will work alongside our $654 million in funding over three years for the Continuing Care Capital Program which will improve access to continuing care spaces and reduce emergency department wait times by freeing up more beds.

NOTICE DEVELOPMENT NOTICE

The following Development Permit was approved in accordance with Land Use Bylaw 2-2018:

Permit Number: Legal Land Description: General Location: Land Use District: Use Type: Proposed Development:

DP 48 2018 Extended 2024 NE 29 53 10 4 6 km south of the Hamlet of Morecambe Agriculture (A) District Discretionary Use: Natural Resource Development Expand existing approved Gravel Operation

For more information or to view details on DP 48 2018 Extended 2024, please contact the Development Officer, at 780-657-3358.

Persons wishing to appeal any of the above decisions must do so by filing a written “NOTICE OF APPEAL” to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB), Box 490, TWO HILLS, Alberta, T0B 4K0, together with the partially refundable appeal fee (if successful) of $300.00 no later than June 27, 2024 at 4:00 pm. The appeal letter should indicate the development permit number, your name, phone number (land or cell), mailing and email address, and the reason(s) for your appeal.

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