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RCMP files from june 7 - 13 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser June 7 01:30 – 911 call to report a fox chasing a Chihuahua in the town of Vegreville. Members attended and were unable to locate the suspect, however, upon encountering the alleged victim, the Chihuahua refused to stop for members. It appeared that the Chihuahua was heading home for the night. 19:34 – Members responded to Mundare for a compliant about a female who was not taking her medication and causing a disturbance. While on the way, they received a call indicating that the subject of the complaint had left, and that the complainant would not be pressing charges for damages done. Members discussed options with the complainant regarding the female and the ongoing issues. June 8 09:46 – Report of an argument at a Mundare residence. Members attended and found that two adult females were having a property dispute about stolen poetry and royalties. The visiting party was convinced to leave the property and go home. This was the second call from this home on June 8. Intoxication was believed to be a factor. 18:53 – Members responded to a complaint about an altercation in the town of Vegreville. Members spoke with both parties and learned that both men were intoxicated and had a consensual fight with one hitting the other with his cane. Neither party was seriously injured, nor did they want to press charges. June 9 05:39 – Compliant of someone playing tennis at the Vegreville tennis courts and disturbing neighbours. Members attended and spoke with the tennis player who agreed to come back later to enjoy the courts. 09:06 – Report of a Semi driver not maintaining lane and then hitting the ditch. Members attended and spoke to the 44-year-old driver. They investigated and determined that the collision was not due to impairment but did issue a ticket to the driver for failing to maintain his lane. 19:21 – Complainant called to report that he received a phone call requesting gift cards. The complainant provided $1,000 worth of gift cards to the caller. The complainant provided serial numbers to the scammer. Members provided some suggestions and provided the client with information to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.

21:22 – Report of a suspicious vehicle on Hwy 631. Members attended and determined that the vehicle was not stolen. 22:47 – Complainant called to report a light on in a shed and in the barn. She also heard banging along the house but did not see anyone. Members attended the rural Lamont County property and cleared the shed and barn. They found no evidence of someone being on the property. June 10 11:40 – Report of a stolen tractor parts. The complainant arrived at his property in the County of Minburn and found that a hydraulic pump had been stolen off of his tractor. Under investigation. 14:39 – Vegreville members located a stolen vehicle out of St. Paul on Hwy 631 and RR 135. The vehicle had been stolen the day prior. The vehicle was recovered, and the investigation is ongoing.

15:45 – Members on patrol on Hwy 16 witnessed a grey Ford truck veer off the highway and into the ditch. The occupants were not injured, however, the vehicle was partially submerged. A tow truck was called and the 61-year-old driver from Saskatchewan was issued a ticket for failing to maintain lane which has a voluntary penalty of $162. 18:56 – Complaint of an intoxicated, unwanted female known to the complainant kicking the door and trying to get into the residence. Members attended and located the 32-year-old female on foot who was intoxicated and arrested her. She was lodged in cells until sober. 22:30 – While on an unrelated call, members witnessed a 25-year-old male, known to be on curfew on 50th Street in Vegreville in breach of his curfew. The male entered a home and would not open

the door to members. Warrants have been issued for the subject’s arrest. 22:45 – While conducting curfew checks, they noted hearing voices inside a garage. They subsequently located 2 habitual offenders on conditions hiding in the garage. The 33-year-old female and a 36-year-old male were both intoxicated and in breach of their conditions. Both were arrested and held for judicial hearings. June 11 18:07 – Traffic enforcement in the area including approximately 8 speeding tickets, turning unsafely, failure to produce insurance & registration as well as this one. One driver was issued a ticket for failing to secure an in an infant in a child restraint system (VP of $162) as well as a driving while using a cell phone where a warning was provided. Traffic enforcement continued until after midnight. June 12 22:20 – Complaint received about loud vehicles speeding and stunting. Members located a truck described in the complaint and the driver was provided a verbal warning. June 13 23:36 – 911 report of a possible break and enter in progress in Vegreville where someone was observed climbing in a basement window. Members attended and found the property owners present. They indicated that they were doing renovations in the basement and found it easier to use the basement window as and entrance. During the week there were 116 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarms, 1 false 911, 2 animal strikes, 0 Health Act (COVID), 3 wellbeing checks, 8 calls under the Mental Health Act, and approximately 19 tickets from traffic enforcement. Have questions about the blotter? Reach out to us at blotter@newsadvertiser.com and we will do our best to provide answers to your queries.

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Controlling the Narrative Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion

Beware of the spin. A peak behind the curtain of any news organization will reveal many things. I’ve commented before about how we get countless “news releases” from all types of organizations. We have even published releases from two political parties about the same issue which sounded like two complete opposite events. Not unlike a home team sportscaster who notes that every goal or save by the home team is a display of unparalleled prowess and the goals or saves by the opposing team are purely dumb luck. Increasingly, we see the “spin” that mostly political parties put on things. I suppose if you look at the polar opposites from opposing parties, the truth for the average person will lie somewhere in the middle. Major parties employ a gaggle of spinmeisters whose only job is to provide the version of the truth that they want you to accept. We often hear “talking points” where a politician when asked a specific question will regurgitate the rehearsed lines they have been given even if completely unrelated. Political parties are not the only ones who employ this practice. Organizations of all types and sizes increasingly employ media managers, public relations people, publicists, spokes

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people, and communications directors. All in an effort to craft the image we see and control the narrative. You are to see what they want you to see. Of course, some of this is necessary to combat all the misinformation circulating on social media, some of which is circulated by groups completely unrelated to the topic or even the country. One might argue that Alberta’s “War Room” is one such necessity to combat negative press on our energy industry. Others might call it a multi-million dollar black hole of spin. The recent past provided us with one example of an attempt to shape the news. We had a provincial agency ask us not to publish a picture of a public location along with a story. They cited a concern with how the public would react. A little bizarre considering the same view would be seen by anyone walking or driving by. But... the spin doctors must spin. In a discussion with a colleague recently, he noted that there are organizations that will spend more money funding their spin than they do on human resources. These aren’t organizations that need to market to generate income, but make a choice to put their image at a higher priority than other things. Not something I had previously noted but a valid observation of where some organizations values are. Last week was especially rife with spin. A few days after Premier Jason Kenney was “caught” having a meal on the roof of the sky palace, the Western Standard published a story alleging the premier was violating COVID-19 restrictions. They cited unnamed sources stating that Kenny and cabinet ministers attended gatherings at a restaurant while restaurants were closed. Following this, news outlets across the province were inundated with a coordinated email campaign from “concerned citizens”. I’m amazed that 15 or so citizens would have a list of over 350 news outlets at hand. From what we received I estimate around 3,500 – 5,000 emails were sent out. These “citizens” cc’d their lists with basically the same message urging us to “do our job” and report on this illegal activity just as the Western Standard did. Premier Kenny called the article “a fabrication from beginning to end.” In response to the article, a cease-and-desist letter was sent to the Western Standard from the premier’s lawyer. Not long after, the Western Standard issued a retraction and removed most of the content from their web site and social media accounts. In an interesting, (but not completely surprising) twist, the publisher of the Western Standard is none other than Former MLA Derek Fildebrandt. So now... we can connect the dots and see where these “concerned citizens” found their inspiration. Attempting to control the narrative will continue in the ongo-

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Talk of the Town on the Value of Indigenous Culture Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

National Indigenous Peoples Day, (NIPD) will be held on June 21. It is a day for people to recognize and celebrate the cultures and contributions of the First Nations, Inuit, and Metis Indigenous peoples in Canada. A couple of Vegreville and area residents discussed what is special and unique about the Indigenous culture and how we can celebrate and honour them for NIPD on June 21, and for everyday and in light of the 215 Indigenous children’s remains they found on the grounds of the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. Freda Sangrey said their Indigenous culture concentrates on the earth and nature while connecting it to morals and principals they feel are important to follow. They maintain close ties and highly value their families. “The food we ate and language as youngsters growing up also was very important to our culture.

My dad was a Chief on our Reserve. At that time and he had a school built for us to attend. He did not want us to go to a residential school. My parents were both residential school survivors and that is why it bothers me about what happened to the 215 residential school children. My dad belonged to the United Church so he went to an United Church Residential School but my mom was Roman Catholic so she went to a Roman Catholic Residential School where the students were abused more than the United Church ones. At these schools, they wanted the Indigenous students to be like them; they didn’t want the indigenous children to speak their language or know about their culture. My father never told any stories about the children being abused physically. My mother never said she was abused but she told stories about the other children being emotionally, sexually, and physically abused. They were abused to the point where they couldn’t walk. But

the main thing is at least my parents came back home. “I feel we can help this from not happening again by making our children proud to be Indigenous. I had two boys who I tried to teach from the time that they were small because they went to public schools and never lived on a reserve that they should be proud of who they are. I taught them because they faced a lot of discrimination, and I told them that we are just as good as the next person. I went to a public school for Grade eight where I was the only indigenous student in a school of about 600. It was hard to go to school but my dad insisted I went to school. He was a Chef on the Reserve. He told me to keep my chin up and keep walking. He was very strict with us as far as education was concerned. In the end it helped because I have a

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90 Years Ago – June 17, 1931

Mr. Eddie Carey of Andrew is making a new machine for washing gold. It is called a “Rocker.” Let’s hope it works well! Eddie and his father have been having success in getting gold down by the shivery river. There are a great many other people trying also. The crops near Inland are doing well in these parts thanks to the abundant rains which came at the right time. The cutworms are reported to be doing damage in some gardens. Considerable improvements have been made in the sidewalks in Lavoy. Three cement crossings have been put in, and some of the old sidewalk has been torn up and re-built. Nick Humen is engaged at present in the erection of a chop mill in Two Hills. One thing that must be admitted about Nick is his versatility, which is truly phenomenal. Bob Watt, in the course of his peregrinations as a census enumerator, has been confronted with some strange problems. One farmer whom he had occasion to interrogate propounded a very extra-ordinary mathematical question. It seems that the farmer in question had slaughtered more pigs for domestic use than he had owned, and had bought none during the period mentioned. This may sound absurd, but none the less such things have been known to happen around Two Hills.

75 Years Ago – June 12, 1946

The Wener Bakery is transferred, as of Monday, to Mr. Yaciuk, late of Saskatoon. Hereafter it will be known at the Vegreville Bakery. The first baker in town was George W. Abbott, who started the business in 1906. Fred Hamsoos was the next owner and he constructed a really modern baking plant in the same premises. It would be impossible to trace up the exact years of each owner of the business, but, in succession they were: Geo. W. Abbott, Fred Hamsoos, Abe Klimoff, H. Olyan, Chas. C. Smith, Mr. Klimoff again, A.L. Wener, the Wener estate and Emil Wener. New arrivals in the medical field in the town are Mrs. Yoneda and Scherer, physicians and surgeons, whose offices are at the King Drug. After an absence of five years, during which he has travelled to all parts of the world, “Barney” McCrea is visiting his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jas. McCrea. Barney is a wireless operator and the ships on which he was engaged were in constant peril during the war years, but came through safely.

50 Years Ago – June 17, 1971

The 53rd and final graduating class of St. Joseph’s General Hospital School of Nursing, Vegreville were honored at Commencement Exercises held at the Peter Svarich School Auditorium. The final Graduation Class of St. Joseph’s General Hospital School of Nursing were: Maureen Fedoruk, Patricia Izatt, Angie Swirderski, Ann Marie Olinyk, Debbie Duggan, Diane McPherson, Hazel Eleniak, Linda Welch, Lynn Gillman, Mary Buhler, Sharon Klymochko, Joan Scriber, Judy Buzuk and Mauri Switzer. The organizers of Farmers’ Day in Vegreville report satisfaction with the outcome of Friday’s activities both from the point of view of the afternoon program and the appearance of the financial statement. Baseball and a tur-o-war contest comprised most of the events of the day and the Vegreville Old Timers fastball team were the class of the lot as they dumped Imperial 12-3 in the finals. In a matter of hours the 60 year old building that was home to the Vegreville United Church Congregation until recently was lying flat on the ground, a pile of rubble. The Church was demolished by Adby Demolition for Alberta Government Telephones who will soon be expanding their Vegreville operation.

25 Years Ago – June 18, 1996

Demolition derbies in Two Hills on June 15, and Vegreville on June 16 saw a lot of crunching. Bev McCarroll, driving the Two Hills Lions car on June 15, put the pedal to the metal to try to eliminate Daniel Antonchuk in the Stomping Ground Saloon car in the final heat. Antonchuk went on to tie with Eric Theroux for the final prize money. Work has begun in demolishing the old Vegreville High School, starting with the plants and bushes around the building. The site is the future home of adult condominiums being built by Nelson Homes as a Horizon Village complex. The actual building will come down slowly, as Nelson wants to recycle as many of the blocks and other material as possible. Jane Tennant, Phyllis Tarapacki, George Kolodychuk and George Kachuk have qualified for the Alberta Seniors Games in golf. The games will be held July 16 to 19 in St. Paul. Douwe and Aafke Kooistra of Ten Post, Holland, and Olga and Harry Semotiuk of Vegreville plant a tree to start a friendship grove at the Rotary Peace Park. The Kooistra’s were Harry’s hosts during his visit to Holland to participate in the 50th Anniversary celebrations of the end of World War II.

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Viewpoint Let’s Leave Residential School Tragedies in the Past Brian Giesbrecht Frontier Centre for Public Policy

The discovery of human remains at a former residential school site has set off a firestorm that has already resulted in demands for another national inquiry and massively expensive forensic and excavation projects. But maybe we should pause and ask some questions. The Kamloops Indian Residential School operated as a residential school from 1890 to 1969. Its peak enrolment was around 500 in the 1950s. Although there has understandably been an outpouring of sympathy, it’s not clear how many of the bodies detected were residential students. It’s also not clear that there was even anything sinister about the discovery. In fact, it’s shocking that many people seem quite willing to accept slanderous conspiracy theories about teachers and priests murdering and secretly burying hundreds of children. There are many forgotten cemeteries in Canada. It’s far more likely that the deaths simply reflected the sad reality of life then. We should take a look at the history. Tuberculosis was a major killer, and it didn’t spare children. From 1890 to the 1950s, it was responsible for many child deaths. Influenza was also a particularly deadly disease for Indigenous people. The 1918 Spanish flu killed a disproportionate number of Indigenous people, but even ordinary influenza was particularly deadly for them. Other diseases that have all but disappeared, like whooping cough, meningitis and measles, routinely took yesterday’s children. Disease took many from every demographic but Indigenous people suffered most. They died mainly in their home communities, where the Grim Reaper was always close by. Infected children entered resi-

dential schools and infected others. Many died. In our comfortable times we forget how hard life was 100 and more years ago – Dickens’ world of chimney sweeps and the poor house. Stories are being written about Canada’s “Home Children,” for example. These were mainly English orphans and children from poor homes taken from their parents and sent by themselves to Canada. Little children – some as young as seven – would arrive with cardboard signs around their necks advertising their free labour. Boys would be taken by farmers and used as labour in return for their keep. Girls would be used as domestic workers. Some received good treatment; some were treated very badly. Many died alone and forgotten. It’s a coincidence that the number of Home Children roughly equalled the total number of children who attended residential schools – 150,000. The Home Children are just one example of the sadness that was part of the lives of all poor children who had the misfortune to be born in those times. Indigenous children suffered more than most. This historical snippet in no way mitigates the importance of the Kamloops discovery. But we should consider the harshness of previous times before letting emotion overtake good sense. The dead should be appropriately honoured, but we should be mindful that some opportunists will exploit these dead children for financial and political gain. The residential school story has now been exhaustively told. Canadians have heard it – and we get it. We have sympathized, and billions of dollars have been paid by people, most of whom weren’t alive then, to people who mostly weren’t either. It’s time to move on. Brian Giesbrecht, a retired judge, is a senior fellow at the Frontier Centre for Public Policy.

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Vegreville Celebrates Pride Week with Rainbow Road The rainbow painted on the road by 50 Street, (Mazankowski Way) and 49 Avenue. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

involved with the planning of Pride Week. “Some of those were MHCB, Vegreville Family Resource Network, the Vegreville Centennial Library, Veg Al Drug, and of course myself from FCSS. Our community members included an adult and two youth participants. We all decided that we would write a letter to council asking them to raise the pride flag, and asked if we could paint the crosswalk as well. I, Kate Pugh, and Kristin McSween from MHCB did a presentation to town council on why pride is important and it included letters from staff and students at A.L. Horton School and Vegreville Composite High School. After that presentation, council gave us the go ahead to do both. I feel council strives to be welcoming and inclusive, and they really showed that with their decision to celebrate Pride Week this year.”

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June is National Pride Month in Canada. It is a time when we celebrate diversity and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender communities; and to acknowledge their history, the hardships they have endured, and the progress that has been made. Vegreville celebrated Pride Week from June 14 to June 18. Vegreville acknowledged this time with a rainbow painted on the road by 50 Street, (Mazankowski Way) and 49 Avenue. Emma Murray, Community Programmer for FCSS, said Pride Month is in June and is recognized nationally. But different cities chose to celebrate for a week, and Vegreville chose June 14-18 because that is when Sherwood Park was holding their special week of recognition. Murray said there were a few organizations as well as community members

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Elk Island Catholic Schools Reflect on Kamloops Residential School Tragedy Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Staff and students in the Elk Island Catholic School Division, (EICS) learned about and reflected on the recent discovery of the unmarked graves of children who attended the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. On May 31, EICS lowered all flags to half-mast as a sign of respect for the lost ED RV SE E R UN

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ONLINE AUCTION FOR HERB & BONNIE GRYNKE - CLOSING JUNE 27TH @ 1 PM - DEVON, AB TIMED ONLINE ESTATE OF STEVE PLICAN AUCTION - BIDDING STARTS CLOSING JUNE 28 @ 1 PM THORHILD/RADWAY AREA (59328 RR212) - FOR INFO PHONE: 780-953-7107 VIEWING: JUNE 24TH - 27TH FROM 1 PM TO 7 PM Kubota M8560 FWa Tractor; 85 hp; CAHR; SN #52457; 163 hrs; Shuttle Shift; 3 pt; c/w LA 1353 Loader & 80” Bucket; Ultra Grand Cab; 420/85-R30 Rears; Dual Hyds; Shedded; One Owner; Premium Condition ● Selling Separate: Q/A Pallet Forks, 3 pt Box Blade, 96” Q/A Front Blade ● Case 2090 Tractor; CAHR; Showing 3433 hrs; Power Shift; Dual Hyds; PTO; 23.1 x 34 Rears; Shedded ● 1968 GM C50; V8; 4 & 2 Spd; 15’ B&H; Twin Cyl Hoist; Showing 45,979 miles; Poor Brakes ● Kubota Riding Mower 163 HOURS ● 2009 GMC Ext Cab 4x4; V8; Auto; 239,200 km ● 11 - Westeel 5 Ring Hopper Bins ● 3 - Small Trailers ● Yamaha Quad ● JD 3100 - 6 Btm Plow ● Yard Equip ● Tools ● Households ● 495 lots to sell ● WATCH FOR DETAILS - VIEW ONLINE AT “www.prodaniukauctions.com”

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children and remained at half-mast for 215 hours, an hour for each child, until June 8. Indigenous Education Consultant Crystal Cholin stated, “EICS as a district held a virtual reflection on this tragedy led by Elder Doreen Wabasca, Superintendent Shawn Haggarty, and myself on Tuesday, June 8. Students and staff from around the district joined in and afterward the flags around the district were raised.” Cholin added that when news broke of the tragedy, “Students and staff immediately demonstrated compassion and a desire to honour these children. Over the past several days, schools have been acknowledging the children in their own ways by creating heart gardens in and out of schools, designing chalk art with hearts and words of love and respect, wearing orange shirts in remembrance of the children, and learning words and prayers in Cree.” Students at St. Martin’s Catholic School

in Vegreville created a heart garden to pay tribute to those Indigenous children who lost their lives. Sidewalk chalk art and shoe memorial were just a couple of other projects completed by students from other schools throughout the division. Superintendent Haggarty commented that, “All members of our division have a deep sense of sorrow for this loss of life and the time these children have lain undiscovered. Acknowledging that many individuals and families have suffered, and continue to suffer, due to the damage caused by the residential school system, Haggarty reiterated the commitment of EICS to truth and reconciliation. Through education and partnerships with elders, knowledge keepers and community members, the school division will continue to enhance understanding of Indigenous perspectives, culture, and teachings and work toward meaningful reconciliation and action.”

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Regional Environmental Group Wins Prestigious Emerald Award Michelle Pinon News Advertiser There were several watershed moments for members of a regional environmental conservation group on June 1 during the 30th annual Emerald Awards. The awards were held online in a virtual format, and Michelle Gordy, Watershed Planning Coordinator with the North Saskatchewan Rivershed Alliance, said, “During the award ceremony, I was in great anticipation, as our category was second-to-last to be announced.

During that time, we learned of so many amazing environmental achievements across Alberta, and knew we were among greatness. It was an incredibly exciting moment to watch as the Vermilion River Watershed Restoration and Enhancement Project was selected for the Emerald Award in the Shared Footprints category. So many hearts and clapping hands emojis floated across the screen to show love and congratulations. It is a great honour to receive this award, as the Emeralds are the only one of their kind to recognize environmental achievements in Alberta. This is an incredible achievement for the VRWA, its members, and partners because it gives recognition to their grass roots efforts to make a difference in our

communities and our watershed. It affects the future work of the Vermilion River Watershed Alliance, (VRWA) members, and partners in a very positive way, in that it helps us celebrate our successes, an important step in keeping up the momentum of our work. Often, grass-roots-lead environmental work can feel thankless because it takes a long time to see the fruits of your labor. The landowners involved in this project and their hard work to enhance the wetlands and riparian areas on their land for the benefit of future generations and those living downstream are the true heroes of this story. We could not have had the success we’ve experienced without their dedication and efforts.” Vegreville Town Councillor and VRWA President Dave Berry echoed may of the

same sentiments following the decision. He said that every nominee was deserving of praise and recognition for the work they accomplished in environmental protection and was humbled to receive the award. “By far the most credit must go to the landowners who participated and completed projects to enhance wetlands and riparian areas on their own land. That is stewardship at its finest. Going forward I am sure our Watershed Alliance, and all those striving to enhance and restore riparian and wetland habitats, will be encouraged that these efforts are being noticed. Hopefully, it will encourage more public involvement and support for the need to protect our watersheds as sources of clean water, healthy habitat for wildlife and fish, and for the enjoyment of generations to come.”

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The Vegreville 4-H Beef Club held its annual Achievement Day Show on May 30 at the Vegreville Agricultural Grounds. Gabrielle Cheremshynski’s heifer won the title of Grand Champion Female. Her name and title of the award were incorrectly identified in the photo caption on Page 9 in the June 9 edition of the Vegreville News Advertiser. Our sincerest apology to Gabrielle Cheremshynski for the error.

Gabrielle Cheremshynski with her Grand Champion Female. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/Submitted Photo)

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Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club Holds Annual Achievement Day Rylan Jackson Club Reporter On June 8, 2021 we held our 4-H meeting virtually. We had our Achievement Day on May 25. It was a nice day and we were happy that we could have it this year. Members were happy and grateful to have Judge Kelly Waltz for coming out for the day. Here are the results of our club: Grand Champion Steer- Chase Forsyth Grand Reserve Champion Steer- Rylan Jackson Grand Champion Female- Bradley McLaughlin Grand Reserve Female Champion- Chase Forsyth Sale day followed on May 26 online, and members appreciate all the bidders and buyers who participated in our 2021 sale, and

Members of the Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club from left to right: Camille Kassian, Madeline Nott, Tyson Rudolf, Chase Forsyth, Bradley McLaughlin, Rylan Jackson, Dylan Cannan, Carson Kassian, and Alex Nott.

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Nels Nelson Reveals the Joys of Fatherhood Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Nels Nelson is the father of eight children who lives in Vegreville with his wife, Megan and their seven children. Their children are Kya (14), Ambrielle (12), Cullen (11), Marloe (10), Hartley (9), Emmett (8), and Jasper (7). “I also have one son who is from a previous marriage from a long time ago. His name is Chandler Nelson and he is married and lives in Edmonton with his wife, Janel. When asked why Nels and his wife decided to have such a large family, Nels replied, “Meg and I never had a set number of children we planned to have. We just both knew we wanted to have more than one or two. We both come from large families, I’m the youngest of six and she’s the oldest of five so the idea of a “larger” family didn’t seem foreign to us. She was told by her grandmother to have babies until you know you’re done and that way you’ll never have any regrets. Well number seven came along and she felt that was the number and here we are seven kids in our family!” “When each one of my children was born, I was completely in love! I mean these little tiny people all of a sudden are in your arms and there’s nothing you wouldn’t do in the entire world to be there for them and give them all your love! I’m always blown away how your heart can just be totally swept away by someone so quickly as when you first lay your eyes upon your child! I think the bond between a father and his child is one that starts out as a role model for them (just like a mother’s) but maybe might fall under the, don’t tell mom category. There was a commercial a while back where that was the phrase

Left to right in photo are Ambrielle, Cullen, Hartley, Megan, Nels, Emmett, Jasper, Kya and Marloe. (Dana Andreson/Photo)

when something happened when dad was “in charge” Don’t tell mom! Makes me laugh because it’s true. But it also is an opportunity for the kids to see a different parent style than mom gives. Also, it’s a huge opportunity for the children to see in our case mom and dad, with different styles and individuality, coming together to accomplish a goal and work together as parents. As the kids get older, I’ve noticed I’ve become more of an advice giver as they face situations than a director of how they should respond. I have to let them find their strides in who they are and encourage them to be true to themselves. I find spending time with the kids is fairly easy. Especially this past year as really all I do is work and when I’m home there’s not a lot of things to do but spend time with each other! That being said the neat thing about so many children is seeing

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Dear Classified Guys, My friend Mary and I met in the hospital when we were giving birth to our sons. Since then we’ve remained close friends for almost ten years. When she moved away a few years ago, we continued our friendship by talking on the telephone and sending birthday gifts to each other’s children. I try to send presents that her kids would enjoy and even call to ask what they might like. Mary, on the other hand, has a different view. One year she gave my son a computer game that must have been from a yard sale. It was so outdated (Windows 3.1) that he couldn’t use it. The next year’s toy still had a yard sale price sticker on it. Last year I intercepted the present and replaced it for one more his age level. I’m all for yard sales and finding a good deal and even giving a used gift if it’s appropriate. However, Mary seems to have lost her taste. I can’t decide if I should try to tell her about the problem or just continue to intercept her packages.

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anyone. For others though, choosing a gift can be a difficult task. Carry: In your friend’s case, there could be any number of reasons for her gift choices. It could be budget related, she could just have bad taste, or most likely she probably doesn’t know much about your son’s interests. Although the two of you talk occasionally, she may not pick up on the hints or have a true picture of what your son enjoys. Cash: Since you’ve chosen to send gifts to each other’s children, consider giving her a list well ahead of time on gift ideas your son may enjoy. It would not only

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give her some ideas, but also allow her enough time to find them at yard sales at a good price if she chooses. Carry: You should encourage her to make a list for you as well. That way she’ll feel like it’s an even trade, plus you’ll have a better idea of things that her son would enjoy. Cash: You could also add gift certificates to your list, maybe to a toy store or to your son’s favorite place to eat. Then you won’t have to worry about the gift at all. Carry: And remember that regardless of the gift he receives, teach your son that it’s the thought that counts.

No present is complete without a greeting card, which is why consumers purchase more than 7 billion of them each year, spending more than 7.5 billion dollars. Women lead the way purchasing almost 80% of all the greeting cards. Typically, each of us receive nearly 20 greeting cards every year, about 7 of them related to our birthday. With so many cards being exchanged, it’s not surprising that there are more than 3000 greeting card publisher’s in the U.S. from small family-run businesses to large corporations.

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Finding the perfect gift can be a challenge, but a gift card can often solve the problem. It’s estimated that people spend more than 35 billion dollars every year on gift cards. Nearly 81% of all consumers purchase them for birthdays and about 67% for the holidays. And thanks to the Federral Credit Card Act of 2009, gift card issued after August 22, 2010 cannot expire for five years. However, gift card issuers can still charge an “inactivity fee” if the card is not used within 12 months. •

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Reader Humor Young Again I wanted to make my wife’s 40th birthday special and asked her what she’d like most. “Well,” she told me, “I’d love to be 10 again.” That gave me the perfect idea of putting together a day of activities for us as if we were kids. That Saturday we went out for her favorite childhood breakfast of chocolate chip pancakes. On the way home, we played on the playground and got dizzy riding on the merrygo-round. We finished the day with a trip to the ice cream parlor. As we sat there sharing a banana split, I asked if she had enjoyed being a kid for a day. “I’ve had a great time,” she replied, “but when I said I wanted to be 10 again, I meant my dress size.” (Thanks to Sebastian E.)

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Veterans Park Undergoes Extensive Beautification Diane Fausak (left), Past President of RCL Branch No. 39 with Reid Robert (Right), owner of Double R Curbing at the Veterans Park Trails. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Veterans Trail Park which surrounds Vegreville Cenotaph has undergone several improvements which began in August of 2020. Diane Fausak, Past President of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39, said their goal in developing this area was to create a beautiful and peaceful park for the community and to pay tribute to past, present, and future veterans. “With the assistance of the Town of Vegreville’s Parks and Recreation Manager Mike van der Torre and the amazing work of our contractors, this project came together quickly last summer.” Fausak said they were so thankful for the expertise and workmanship of the contractors who installed

eight feet of walking paths and designed the three flower beds. On June 4, the sod was removed in areas of the park to make room for some new trees. The topsoil, trees, shrubs, perennials, and mulch were all donated for the project. Labour used in the construction of wooden arbors as well as the digging and planting trees was also donated for the project. “We have received some very amazing donations from our local community and RCL Branch No. 39 members. We couldn’t have achieved what we did without the support of all those involved and those who worked quietly behind the scenes to assist with the project. We are now adding wheelchair access picnic tables this summer so our community can really begin to make this a place to visit.” Fausak went on to say, “I would eventually like to curb the trees by putting some cement edging around them.” She also provided some guidance and manual labour during the planning and implementation of the plan. “I feel that this has been a big transformation from an open field it was to the park it is today. My job has been a great joy to me to be able to beautify parks, landscapes, and yards,” stated Reid Robert.

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KIT, William Robert October 8, 1940 - June 19, 2017 If memories bring us closer, we are never far apart. For you are always in our thoughts and forever in our hearts. Rita, Children and Grandchildren

MOROZIUK, Victoria February 17, 1935 - June 15, 2010 You’re not forgotten, Mother dear, Nor ever shall you be As long as life and memory last, We will remember thee. No one knows the silent heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that’s borne in silence For the one we loved so well. Forever missed by the Moroziuk family

YAKIMETZ, Courtney Blair November 24, 1989 - June 14, 2021 It is with great sadness that the family of Courtney Blair Yakimetz announces her passing on June 14, 2021, at the age of 31, following a courageous 2-year battle with cancer. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by her loving husband Michael; her 3 beautiful children Drayson, Dallin and Genevieve; mother Connie; step dad Robert; sister Kendall; brother Robin; step sister Brittiny and father Fred. She will also be dearly missed by all of her nephews, nieces, extended family members, friends and community members. Courtney was born on November 24, 1989, in Hanna, AB. She later moved to Vegreville with her family where she quickly became a beloved part of the community. Her passion for hairdressing led her to open her successful salon, where she continued to impact many lives. Courtney was an amazing and loving mom, wife, daughter, sister and aunt. She was strong and independent, while being a kind and caring friend. Her impact on all those lucky enough to know her will continue to be felt and we could not be luckier to have had Courtney in our lives and to have felt her love. A Private Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, June 18, 2021 at the Ascension of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church – New Kiew with Very Reverend Don Bodnar officiating. Interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. Donations can be made to “Young Adult Cancer Canada- https://youngadultcancer.ca/ To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800

Uncle Dennis Richard Umrysh January 24, 1956 to June 12, 2018 You were our Uncle, our Friend and a Father Figure! With a smile on your face you were always willing to lend a helping hand – never could say no to us. We goofed around – watched cartoons and movies – went gopher hunting – had wiener & marshmallow roasts – taught us to drive out in the fields and sometimes we just hung out. You were always there to listen to us, without judgement, and were always there to give us your advice and guidance. Whether we were right or wrong, you always supported us. You were like one of us, a big kid at heart – your love for us always shone through. You and auntie never had any children of your own – us nieces and nephews were your children. We miss you everyday and wish we could see your smile one last time. With Love Forever, Your Nieces and Nephews

MANDRUSIAK, Jean February 2, 1926 - June 20, 2007 In loving memory of mom who passed away fourteen years ago. The years have passed so quickly, Though it seems like yesterday, When God took you in His gentle arms To a place so far away. And with each day that passes, We hear the winds whisper your name, And with each footstep that we take, We know your spirit has remained. And because we know you`re with us, We often look above, And thank God for the time we had, And for your special love. Always remembered and sadly missed by daughter Phyllis (Gerald) and family.

sister who is a teacher, a sister who is social worker, a brother who is a lawyer, and I was a social worker. My father also valued and pushed good work ethics onto us. He used to say you should work for what you get. To prevent something from happening like what happened in the residential schools, we have to teach our kids from the time they are small that God created us to be all equal,” Freda added. Donna Deal, who is Metis, said people can help indigenous people celebrate their culture by showing them respect and being there 100 percent for them especially in light of what happened at the Kamloops Residential School. “I feel very sad about what happened at these schools. I don’t know if I had any relatives who went to residential schools as my mother never told me about the relatives that I had,” added Donna.

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Targeted Killing of Muslim Family Considered Terrorist Attack Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Like many people, Vegreville resident Deen (Nurudeen) Amusat reacted with shock after learning of the deaths of four members of a Muslim family in London, Ontario who were mowed down by a pickup truck. According to CNN, “The family of five was waiting at an intersection in the Canadian city of London on Sunday, (June 6) when a driver intentionally mounted the curb and struck them, killing four, because of their Islamic faith, officials said.

“There is evidence that this was a planned, premeditated act, motivated by hate. It is believed that these victims were targeted because they were Muslim,” said Detective Superintendent Paul Waight of the London Police. “There is no known previous connection between the suspect and the victims.” Nathaniel Veltman, 20, has been charged with four counts of first degree murder, which constitute terrorism offences, and one count of attempted murder. Provincial and Federal prosecutors have agreed to begin terrorism charges. Amusat, President of the Vegreville Muslim

Members of the Vegreville Muslim Association during a special activity at their Community Centre in previous years. (Vegreville Muslim Association/Submitted Photo)

Association, said upon hearing the news, “It was just very shocking.” However, “We are aware of people for whatever reason just develop a hatred for Muslims for just the way they dress and things like that. But again, it’s still surprising; to the point of taking lives, and that’s taking it to the extreme. How many generations wiped out just like that?” He pointed out that, “In recent times we know we’ve had issues of hatred and people being attacked as close to home as Edmonton. Muslim ladies attacked for how they were dressed. I will say that when other things escalate and happen in other parts of the country there is that fear that anything can happen. You know, copycats and stuff like that. But we have not had anything particularly directed at any of our members directly from the community in terms of hatred or in terms of attack, no nothing.” While there have been no reported incidents of Islamophobia, Amusat said there have been times when members have been fearful. “Members are just afraid. The idea that something could happen anywhere at any time is in the back of the mind of members, especially when alone in the centre as there’s a heightened sense of alertness and they do question whether or not they are safe there. We’ve had to let the RCMP know when had killing in Quebec to provide a little bit of patrol for us just to support us whenever we’ve had gatherings and meetings and stuff like that so we don’t get attacked.” He went on to say, “Speaking for myself, I’ve been in

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the best part of it all is growing and learning along with your family as they grow and learn. It’s a journey, and you don’t have to know all the answers, just love your kids and be there for them! That’s all, just be there. It’s the hardest thing because as a dad you feel you need to have all the answers, it’s ok to not know the answers, have fun discovering the answers with your children!” Nels went on to say how he felt fatherhood has changed over the past 50 years as fathers now are more willing to show their love publicly towards their children. “Whether it be holding their children’s hands, hugging kids, laughing and getting down to

the level of the children. It’s not “shameful” for a dad to show love and joy outside the home with their children. That I see out in public more than 35 years ago when I was a small child; dads pushing the children in strollers, dads sitting in the sand at the playground playing with the kids, dads just flat out beaming with joy to be dads! That’s a pretty neat evolution in fatherhood, I think. The advice I’d give to fathers, enjoy it! Really, it’s the coolest job/responsibility you’ll ever have. It’s an adventure full of every emotion, but one that’ll never let you down, you just have to be willing to go on the ride. It’s a big investment, but one that pays off greater than any other you’ll make!”

Thank You

Thank you to Wilde Advisory Group for purchasing my steer at the Innisfree-Minburn 4-H Beef Club sale this year. Thank you for supporting 4-H. - Camille Kassian

Thank you to Birch Lake Farms of Innisfree for purchasing my 4-H steer at the InnisfreeMinburn 4-H Beef Club sale this year. Thank you for supporting 4-H. - Carson Kassian

Pat Dehid For the News Advertiser

Thank You For Supporting 4-H

Bad Omen: General Custer once accidentally shot his own horse during a buffalo hunt.

Thank You To the following people and businesses whom donated their time, equipment, products & labour for the

Cenotaph Park Beautiﬁcation Project ● Vegreville Parks and Recreation Manager, Mike van der Torre ● Chris Welk - B & W Asphalt ● Reid Robert - Double R Curbing ● Trent Samoil - Twin Lakes ● Vegreville Canadian Tire ● Ken Baxandall ● Don Fausak ● Mike Daskaluk ● Maxine Cartier ● Wendy Cartier ● Christine Cartier and family

Thank You For Supporting 4-H

INNISFREE-MINBURN 4H BEEF CLUB WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR

2021 SPONSORS

● Northern Livestock Sales, Lloydminster ● Webb’s Machinery ● T-Tracks Mulching ● North Central Livestock Exchange Inc. ● Veg Auto and Industrial Supply ● Addam Saruk ● Colleen Berg Photography

●Vermilion Credit Union ●Minburn Ag Society ●Alberta’s Own Restaurant ●County of Minburn ●Branded ●Boulder Bottom Stock Farm ●Prairie Rose Veterinary Services ●Twisted Gate Cattle Co.

2021 BUYERS

Agland Birch Lake Farms Four C Simmentals & Bison Ltd. Lester And Ian Magdiak

Mile West Angus Quarter Cuts Ltd. Webb’s Of Vermilion Wilde Advisory Group

Thanks To Everyone That Logged In to Bid On Dlms And We Hope To Have Our Regular Live Auction Back At Minburn Ag Ground On May 25, 2022!

Thank You

Bradley McLaughlin would like to thank Mile West Angus for purchasing his steer at the 2021 Innisfree-Minburn 4H Beef Club Project Sale.

Canadian Tire Vegreville If you would like to give a cash donation, please call 780-632-3900 Royal Canadian

Branch No. 39 5037 -52 Avenue, Vegreville

Thank you for supporting 4-H!

Vegreville News Advertiser - June 16, 2021

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