Vegreville News Advertiser - June 28, 2017

VOL. 70 NO. 26

67 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2017

Vikings in the Streets

See Vikings on page 7 2017 Food Grains project

Two Hills RCMP issue warrant

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PLC around the world Page 16

Keep safe against West Nile Page 12

RCMP files from June 19- 25 Joe Machney Reporter June 19 00:14 Report of a noise complaint of loud music. The homeowner was warned.

07:39 911 Report of a break and enter overnight to a business. Some security system components were dismantled and taken. Still under investigation.

17:45 Report of a speeding vehicle. The vehicle was located speeding on Highway 857 and was clocked at 146 kph. A ticket was issued.

20:59 911 call providing information on the whereabouts of a male that the police were seeking.

21:54 Report of a break and enter in Ranfurly. Still under investigation.

June 20 01:08 911 report of a male lying on a road, beside a bicycle. The male appeared intoxicated. Member attended and the male was gone.

06:54 Report of damage and theft to a vehicle. A radar detector and some money were stolen.

10:03 Report of two boys stealing bottles from a yard. Member located the suspects and the parents were notified and the boys apologised to the property owner.

10:22 Report that tail lights and a tool box were stolen off a truck overnight.

14:13 A vehicle was stopped for equipment violations and upon investigation, it was found that he had a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested on court compelling documents.

14:45 Report of a young person being suicidal. The young person was located and the situation was addressed.

15:23 Report of an attempted theft of a vehicle. It was determined that the theft must have taken place when the security camera was activated.

16:00 A vehicle backed into a parked truck on the street. Collision documents were completed.

16:00 Report of a suspicious vehicle parked on Road Range 164. A male was located and said that he had called in sick and was just enjoying the weather.

16:19 Request from children’s services to assist in an investigation of child abuse.

17:07 Report of a suicidal female. The female was located and taken to the hospital.

19:02 Report of a bull on Highway 855.

Member attended, no bull.

June 21 08:30 A student reported that he lost his name brand sunglasses and believes another student is wearing them.

10:21 Report of a bike being stolen from A.L. Horton. The bike was a silver Diamondback BMX. 14:38 Report of mischief. A female poured bleach on another female’s clothing in the washing machine.

18:33 Report of a dog in a locked vehicle. A member attended, found the owner and learned that the dog was not in distress.

21:40 Report of a bicycle trailer being stolen from the 5000 block of 49th Avenue.

June 22 11:11 911 hang-up regarding a domestic. An argument started over the correct preparation of baby formula.

June 24 00:59 A male phoned 911 to report that he was being assaulted by a female.

Members attended and the male was intoxicated and was told by the female to leave the residence but refused to.

The male was removed from the residence.

02:58 Report of a suspicious male on a bicycle in Mundare. Member attended and located the male who said he was ‘merely out for a bike ride’.

12:27 RCMP received a request to do a wellbeing check. Members attended and entered the residence and located a male who was alive but unable to stand.

EMS attended and transported the male to the hospital.

18:25 Report of theft of fuel from a local gas station. The registered owner of the vehicle had been contacted.

23:25 Report of a male yelling at a female on the street. Members patrolled the area and could not find anybody.

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June 23

08:13 Report of a break and enter to a business. A door was pried and a window was smashed. Still under investigation.

10:38 Report of theft from a vehicle that was parked at a church. A purse was stolen and a credit card from it was used. Still under investigation.

10:39 Report of a break and enter to a residence. Items were rummaged through and possibly a small amount of coins were taken.

Still under investigation.

12:20 While on patrol, a male was located who was known to police and who had conditions not to approach the female whom he was walking towards. Noticing the police vehicle, the man went in the other direction.

17:58 Report of a male walking who appeared to be exhausted. The male was located and was found to be in good health and spirits. He advised that he had walked from Mundare after church.

08:02 Report of theft of a vehicle. The vehicle was stolen by being towed. There are two male suspects at the present time.

14:15 Report of theft from a vehicle overnight. The only thing that was taken was the owner’s manual but the vehicle owner found it close by a little later.

During the week 4 false alarms, 6 false 911, 2 animal strikes, and 76 calls for service were made in total.

13:34 Report of a dispute regarding contracted work.

22:05 Report of a tree falling on a power line. The line was not broken.

Member attended and contacted ATCO who came and cut the tree.

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What is your story?

Joe Machney Reporter Our own world is reflected back to us through so many different mediums, but how often do we see them as actually part of our own world? People are the masters of their own universe and each of us brings to the symphony of the human race a unique note that is a personal expression of who we are.

It is easy for people to get caught up in other people’s lives and to take their opinions on as their own, not even realizing that they have done this. It is a form of mind control and takes away the individuality and authenticity of the person.

People are easily swayed this way and that by popular culture and society in general. Taking these influences on creates layers on the person’s consciousness, like mud that obscures a crystal ball. Or another way to look at this is like looking through a kaleidoscope with so many different colors that constantly change, distorting the perception of reality.

If one takes this a bit deeper then the question arises, what am I looking at, or what is really my reality? Each person that comes into your life will offer you something. How you perceive your experience with that person is your choice. If you take on their opinions as your own then you have added another color to your kaleidoscope that you are looking through.

The more people that you let distort your reality, the further

you are from understanding who you are and what your truth is. This is where I am coming from when I say Your Story.

What is your truth? Who are you? What do you want? These are important questions and as one goes about their life it may be good practice to ask them every so often as a personal gauge to see how one is doing and if they have been true to themselves or have lived their life through another’s eyes.

What you think about me is none of my business. A wise lady told me that over a decade ago, and it has taken me too long to take that to heart, but once I did, it made a world of difference and brought me so much more freedom in my life.

At the beginning of your life you are metaphorically given a blank book with many chapters to fill and a pen to write your life with. How many times have you given your pen to someone else? I’m not suggesting to go it alone in life, what I am saying is to be mindful and self-aware about the people that you are letting into your life. Be accountable for your decisions and then the people that you do let into your life will assist you to become all you can be so that each chapter in your book is a wonderful story.

As you turn the page in your book of life, remember that like a movie or a good story, it is better if you keep going and don’t keep rereading the past chapters. They are there to remind you how full your life has been and cannot be rewritten. To sum it up, don’t look back, you’re not going that way.

Szypenitz Church Still A Crime Scene Letter to the Editor Cst. Tony Knowles responded to a call from Eustine Kereliuk on May 7, 2017 that once more the Szypenitz Church had been broken into. Again, nothing seemed to have gone missing except for the interim padlock used to lock the Church Building after the door had sustained damage from the previous B&E. A few weeks later Eustine did discover that a 7”X12” Red Velvet covered Bible with Gold Clasp did in fact go missing during the time that this B&E took place. The Historic Solid Oak Church Door which was in the process of being replaced with it’s replacement yet to arrive in Canada, took additional beating this time around but perhaps can still be used as an artifact of the Church in time for the Building’s 100 Year Anniversary Celebration being planned for 2019. An individual had responded to the previous

Crime scene - CONTINUED ON PAGE 19 Name: Karly Melnyk Occupation: teacher Likes: traveling, being with my family and friends Dislikes: being cold, people getting injured

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Morneau’s ‘tax escalator’ a bad precedent Aaron Wudrick Federal Director for CTF Most taxpayers probably breathed a sigh of relief that Finance Minister Bill Morneau’s spring budget didn’t include any headline-grabbing tax hikes, such as increases in income taxes or business taxes. Rumoured new taxes on health and dental benefits and capital gains thankfully never materialized.

But that doesn’t mean taxpayers got off the hook completely.

There were still a few small increases, including tax hikes on cigarettes, and a two per cent tax hike on beer, wine and spirits.

On the surface, it’s hard to argue the sky would fall because of such a small rise, which works out to about five cents for a case of 24 cans or bottles. Pretty small beer in the grand scheme of things, right?

But buried in the proposed legislation is

a troubling provision that matters much more than the five-cent tax hike: an automatic “tax escalator” which would see those same booze taxes rise every year at the rate of inflation.

In other words, it isn’t a one-time tax hike. It’s one that will be hitting beer drinkers over and over again. Every year.

Forever.

This is not the way governments usually bring in tax increases. Normally, when governments want to raise taxes, they must table the request in Parliament and actually tell Canadians that they’re going to raise them.

But with Morneau’s proposed “tax escalator”, future tax hikes would be automatic.

Think about that.

Rather than having to face the public and explain, every year, why they’re taking even more money from Canadians, Morneau can just sit back while taxpayers

get soaked.

Nice work if you can get it.

It’s also obvious what a dangerous precedent it would set.

If politicians can get away with automatic tax escalators for beer, wine and spirits, why not other goods too?

For that matter, what if they tried it with something like income taxes or business taxes?

One common argument in defence of tax escalators is that they take the “politics” out of tax hikes and ensure “stability and predictability” for producers and consumers.

Nonsense.

There’s no such thing as a “non-political” tax hike. Raising taxes is an inherently political decision, made by politicians.

Trying to bury tax hikes in legislation with a formula, in a cheap attempt to make them seem “above politics,” is an insult to Canadians who have every right

to see the clear link between tax hikes and the politicians who choose to impose them.

If politicians want to take more of Canadians’ hard-earned money, at the bare minimum they should be obligated to face the public and explain why they’re doing it. And if Canadians don’t buy their argument, they should pay a political price.

In other words, if Morneau wants to hike taxes on beer drinkers every year, he should have to wear it every year, rather than hiding behind a tax escalator.

As finance minister, he needs to be accountable for his budget – not just one year, but every year.

A great way for him to demonstrate that he understands this principle would be to take the automatic beer tax escalator out of the budget bill.

If he doesn’t, Canadians could have much bigger reasons to cry in their beer.

Justin Trudeau is putting the interests of his friends first Peter Kent MP for Thornhill Justin Trudeau is putting the interests of his friends, closely connected with Beijing, ahead of the safety and security of Canadians.

Back in 2015, our Conservative government blocked the sale of a Canadian electronics firm to China’s O-Net Communications - due to national security concerns.

But the Liberals reversed our decision.

And now, the Liberals are set to approve another Chinese takeover deal of a Vancouver-based company that builds satellite receivers for NATO – while refusing to subject this takeover to a full national security review.

Canada uses this company’s technology for its own military purposes. Without a proper national security review, Canada’s safety and security -- and that of our allies -- are being put at risk.

Even the former head of CSIS said he would have recommended a full national security review of this deal.

As I’ve said before, China’s drive to militarize the South China Sea and the technological ramifications of a deal like this, deserve much more due diligence.

So why is the Prime Minister so fascinated with China and

their “basic dictatorship”?

Why does he have such an overwhelming desire to appease his friends in Beijing – so much so, that it clouds his judgment on Canada’s national security?

Is this the Prime Minister’s way of thanking his Chinese communist government billionaire friends who paid top dollar to meet with him privately a year ago?

This is a worrying trend – one where Trudeau is putting his own interests ahead of the best interests of our country.

Canadian security – not Chinese government connected

donors to the Liberal Party – needs to be top of mind for Justin Trudeau.

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FROM THE PAGES OF THE VEGREVILLE OBSERVER

COMPILED BY DAN BEAUDETTE

90 Years Ago – June 29, 1927 The directors of the Vegreville Exhibition are glad to be able to announce that very satisfactory progress is being made in the rebuilding of the Arena. This building will be completed in the very near future and the Directors are now prepared to offer for rental to merchants and others space for exhibits at the fair on August 1, 2 and 3. Plans of these spaces may be had from Mau. Hughes chairman of the Arena Committee or from the Manager, James McCrea.

It has been several years since the Vegreville High School Cadets have figured in the prize-winning class, but this year they topped the list and are the proud winners of the Bennett Shield, which is awarded to the Rural Cadet Corps obtaining the highest all-round efficiency. The Vegreville Corps obtained 81%, Bassano coming in next with 78%. Principal Hayhurst has done excellent work with his cadet corps and, being backed by the hearty cooperation of the boys themselves, the Corps has attained marked proficiency.

75 Years Ago – July 1, 1942 Sponsored by the Vegreville Kinsmen Club, the two day celebration of the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Dominion of Canada, turned out to be very successful. By far the most of the crowd attended on the first day, but there was a vey fair showing on July 2nd.

Q. I understand that fresh vegetables are not under price control, but my grocer refuses to deliver a small order of vegetables to me.

Can he do this?

A. Though fresh vegetables are not under price control, deliveries are. Your grocer may not deliver an order of vegetables under $1.00 value, unless it is too bulky or heavy for you to carry; or unless it is included with other purchases, so that the total value comes to $1.00 or over.

Q. I am generally in favour of most of the rulings of the Wartime Prices and Trade Board, but confess I can’t see much sense in leaving off cuffs on trousers. Does it really amount to much?

A. It amounts to a great deal. It is estimated that the cuff saving will mean about 83,300 yards in a year; or sufficient cloth to make 55,500 battle dress trousers, or 62,500 RCAF trousers. Other restrictions are designed to save a proportionate amount of cloth.

It may look trifling, but you can see it means a great deal.

50 Years Ago – June 28, 1967 There was no doubt in anyone’s mind that His Honor and Mrs. MacEwan enjoyed themselves and found the displays at the Historical Village and Pioneer Museum at Shandro a delight last Friday afternoon when they were the honored guests of the association. Among the tasks Mr. MacEwan was requested to perform was the cutting of the ribbon to officially open a replica of the typical first pioneer residence which had been constructed at the village.

Guest of honor at a recent meeting of the St. Paul Chamber of Commerce was jerry Uhryn who is leaving St. Paul and is entering into a dairy drive-inn business at Summerland, B.C. Jerry lived in Vegreville and for a time was manager of the Vegreville Co-op Store here prior to moving to St. Paul. He was an active player and member of the executive of the Vegreville Rangers Hockey Club while here and, of course, will be remembered by his many friends in Vegreville.

25 Years Ago – June 30, 1992 Renovations at the Vegreville arena (phase one) are well underway, ahead of schedule and under budget, according to councillor Terry Semeniuk. The second phase of the arena renovations include upgrading male and female washrooms and renovating all four dressing rooms. Costs of the renovations are: Phase one, $242,726.28 and phase two (projected), 78,338.

Nova Corporation of Alberta hosted an open house at the Bens Lake compressor station located north east of Vegreville. The open house included guest speakers and a luncheon at the Vegreville Social Centre. After the luncheon guests went on tours of the compressor station.

Four thefts occurred in Mundare between May 26 and June 7, stated RCMP. On two separate occasions, culprits broke into Mundare Farm Equipment. On each occasion expensive equipment was stolen. The total value of both thefts was approximately $8,500. The equipment taken was a Snapper riding mover; a John Deere garden tractor mover; a White rototiller 5 hp and a Sweepster lawn sweeper. Another theft included two Briggs and Stratton 2 hp motors stolen from a private yard in Mundare. The approximate value is $1400. The fourth theft occurred at Mundare Esso. The front door was forced with a crowbar and an assortment of cigarettes were stolen.

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

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

Silly Buggers Gwynne Dyer I don’t remember which navy I was in when I first heard the term “silly buggers”, but the meaning was clear. It included some sensible exercises like “man overboard” drills, but the heart and soul of the game was high-speed manoeuvres by ships traveling in close company. These sometimes got quite exciting, because ships don’t have brakes.

Off the coast of Lebanon is the wreck of the British battleship HMS Victoria, which sank in 1893. It is the world’s only vertical wreck, because its bow is plunged deep in the mud but its stern is only 70 metres below the service. And it was “silly buggers” that did for it.

The British Mediterranean fleet was travelling in two parallel lines when Admiral Tryon decided to reverse course – and to make it interesting he ordered the lead ships of each line to make the turn inwards, towards the other line. Unfortunately, they couldn’t turn tightly enough to avoid hitting each other.

The lead battleship of the other line rammed HMS Victoria and she sank within a few minutes, carrying the admiral and 357 other officers and men down with her. That’s what happens when you play “silly buggers” and get it wrong.

It’s silly enough when everybody is on the same side. When two different countries start playing “silly buggers” it gets even more dangerous, and that’s where we are right now. On Monday, over the Baltic Sea, a Russian fighter plane flew within one and a half metres of an American reconaissance aircraft’s wingtip. US officials protested, saying it was “unsafe” and criticising the Russian pilot’s “high rate of closure speed and poor control of the aircraft.”

Had the Russian pilot been ordered to get that close? Probably not. Did he intend

to scare the Americans? Almost certainly, yes. He probably did misjudge the distance – it’s not worth dying to make your point – but he would have known that he was off the leash.

The game over eastern Syria has gone beyond mere “silly buggers”. It’s more like “chicken” now, with the Russians and the Americans pushing each other to see how far they can go. Early this month, the US shot down a Russian-made Syrian government drone near the al-Tanf border crossing, between Syria and Iraq.

Then last Sunday an American F/A-18 shot down a Syrian air force fighter-bomber near the Islamic State’s besieged capital of Raqqa. The Russians responded by saying that they would track any Western aircraft operating west of the Euphrates River as potential targets.

At one level, what’s driving all this is the fact that Islamic State is going under, and the various players are racing to gain control of the parts of eastern Syria that were or still are controlled by the group. US forces are part of that race, and are getting increasingly reckless about how they compete.

At a higher level, this is the result of President Donald Trump’s decision to commit the United States to the Sunni side in the Sunni-Shia confrontation that links all the local wars together. That defines not only the Syrian government but also its Iranian and Russian supporters as America’s enemies, and the American forces in the region are just responding to that shift.

There is still no clear American vision for the future of the Middle East, let alone a serious strategy for accomplishing it. But meanwhile the games-playing continues and intensifies, and it’s only a matter of time before some Russian or American gets killed by the other side.

Silly buggers.

Gwynne Dyer is an independent journalist whose articles are published in 45 countries.

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Vikings in the Streets charges ahead Joe Machney Reporter June 16 and 17 saw the seventh annual Vikings in the Streets festival in Viking.

The first one having started as a golf tournament in the streets of Viking.

The two days of fun brought with it an old-time Scandinavian flavor throughout the weekend, along with fifteen vendors and three food vendors. The Viking Village Displays with people dressed in authentic Viking clothing re-enacted their way of life many centuries ago during both days. A special treat for the guests was Calum Lykan and Mary Lambert who were the storytellers, told of days long gone. Bed Races were held on Friday for those who had troubling getting their day up and going. After they rolled across the finish line they were greeted, along with the many guests, to a Chili Cook Off which certainly woke them up.

Having planned ahead, the beer gardens were set up and close at hand. And what’s a beer gardens without music for entertainment? Throughout the day Eric the Juggler added some medieval entertainment for a good part of Friday.

Saturday opened with a pancake breakfast and followed with a parade down Main Street Viking. At around noon the lutefisk eating contest was held as contestants braved the unique delicacy.

The winner Nancy Tkaczyk took first place in the contest.

One of the big draws for the day was the Battle Re-Enactment, which brought people back to the days of intense sword fighting and tight camaraderie. In the afternoon various musicians played on

the main stage to add to the ambience of the day.

Closing the day of enjoyment was the axe-throwing contest, allowing people to safely test their skills at hitting the woody targets.

“The story teller was a big hit,” Sylvia Hoffman who helped to organize the event said. “He started out telling stories on the streets of Europe and then took it on tour. This is his second year. Overall this event has been really positive.”

Calum Lykan the wondering story teller entertained the young and young at heart.

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First Canadian study shows drivers cautious but curious over automated cars Michael Platt Media Relations & Communications - University of Calgary Say what you will about old dogs and new tricks, it appears men over 50 are most keen to embrace fully automated cars when computer-chauffeured vehicles finally appear on Canadian streets.

That’s one key finding of a groundbreaking University of Calgary study, the first in Canada to measure attitudes towards automated vehicles (AVs) and society’s willingness to accept a future where vehicles can drive themselves.

“When fully autonomous vehicles are available, drivers over 50 years old would be more willing to own and drive them for commute trips, and men in particular,” explains author Mahsa Ghaffari, a graduate student at Schulich School of Engineering.

“For me, the results of both age and gender were surprising and interesting.”

between private and shared vehicles.

Based on a stated-preference survey of 485 men and women across all 18+ age groups, the research paper also looks at experience and habits behind the wheel, including tendency to speed – and it shows confident and aggressive drivers are

Conducted in Edmonton and Calgary, this survey marks the first time residents in a major Canadian city have been asked for opinions on different levels of vehicle autonomy and the choices they’d make

least likely to surrender control.

“Respondents who stated to be either aggressive drivers, confident about their response time, or enjoy driving or dangerous driving, are shown to be less willing to give up control of the tasks to the vehicle,” says Ghaffari in her report.

Written as a Master’s Thesis under the supervision of Lina Kattan, associate professor at Schulich’s Department of Civil Engineering and Urban Alliance Professor in Transportation Systems Optimization, Ghaffari’s paper shows a majority are ready to accept AVs to some degree, based on perceived

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benefit, cost and convenience, as well as various levels of automation.

Some citizens are enthusiastic about certain autotasks: 81 per cent of respondents said they are willing “to a very high degree” let a computer choose the route, and 43 and 40 per cent are equally willing to allow control of lane keeping and speed, respectively.

On the other end of the scale, 15 per cent of drivers are “not at all” or “to a very low degree” willing to let computers control braking and accelerating, and 12 per cent had negative feelings about automated speed control.

The detailed survey outlined a multitude of scenarios, and Ghaffari found automated vehicles are more acceptable for commuting to work than noncommute trips like shopping and recreation within the city. “Drivers like to cede the control to the vehicle for trip destinations outside the city so that they can use their time more efficiently,” reported Ghaffari.

Other findings include: Respondents who drive 10 to 20 hours per week are approximately three times more willing to give up control compared to those who drive less than 10 hours per week; People without children showed more trust in vehicle automation; There

are widespread concerns about how AVs will handle poor weather conditions and unexpected situations like a child running into traffic; Only six per cent to eight per cent of the respondents would trust AVs completely in all situations. More than half of the respondents are highly willing to use AVs if more tests are conducted to confirm reliability and safety performance; Only 36 per cent of respondents said they would feel safe without looking at the road when the vehicle is driving itself and 22.5 per cent said they would be constantly watching the roads rather than reading, texting and so forth; Females and people over 35 are less keen on sharing a ride with strangers in an autonomous vehicle; and Drivers with more than 35 years of experience are most open to full automation.

Overall, the civil-engineering graduate says the study, funded by Urban Alliance Professorship and by the AMA/AITF Smart Multimodal Transportation Systems strategic fund, points to a society cautious but curious about automated vehicles.

“It’s a matter of trust, and the more people know and experience, the more they will trust driverless vehicles,” says Ghaffari.

The first person to patent peanut butter was a Montrealer named Marcellus Gilmore Edson.

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2017 Food Grains project Terry James Submitted On June 7, more than 11 months after planting, harvest of the Vegreville and District Food Grains Growing Project was completed. The harvest was the culmination of a difficult and challenging year for the Food Grains Project and for other farmers in the area. In fact on June 7 there were 8 other combines operating close by. Looking back it is hard to believe that in early May of last year, farmers appeared to be facing a drought. However beginning with a rain storm during the May long-weekend, the dryness soon turned into a situation of excess moisture, delaying seeding and making field operations difficult. The above normal rainfall continued into the fall, forcing many farmers to leave fields, including the Food Grains Growing Project, unharvested.

Extraordinary times call for extraordinary actions. Grant Durie stands with the floater he purchased to assist in the seeding of the 2017 crop. Grant generously donated his time and equipment to seed the 2017 Food Grains project.

Despite rain and snow, both in the fall of 2016 and the spring of 2017, the Growing Project was able to harvest almost 6500 bushels of barley, which was purchased by Highland Feeders of Hairy Hill and will be used as cattle feed. Since nearly all of the costs of growing this crop are covered by donations, a considerable amount of money will be sent the Canadian Food Grains Bank where it will be used to alleviate hunger in trouble spots around the world.

It is difficult for many in Canada to imagine hunger, yet there are still regions, such as rural Kenya and Ethiopia, who are only one bad harvest away from starvation. Both these areas are currently suffering from drought. Far more common in today’s world are famines caused by conflict and war. Currently the Canadian Food Grains Bank is appealing for help in providing food for people in South Sudan, Nigeria, Somalia and Yemen, where up to 20 million people could face food shortages.

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The Canadian Food Grains Bank is owned and operated by 15 Canadian churches. Donations to the Canadian Food Grains Bank are matched 4:1 by the Canadian government. The money is used towards providing food in times of crisis for hungry people in the developing world; helping people grow more food to better feed themselves and their families, and providing nutritional support to malnourished people with a focus on pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, and young children. They also advocate for public policies that

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After enduring several episodes of rain and snow, the harvested barley was a little dustier than normal, but surprisingly was still of reasonable quality. The barley was purchased by Highland Feeders of Hairy Hall and will be used as livestock feed.

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SPORTS

What do you know about strength training?

A fit body is more resistant to serious illness and is able to better control blood pressure and weight. This May, as part of National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, the U.S. government challenges Americans to renew their commitment to a healthy and active lifestyle.

Are you looking to lose weight? Think twice before hitting the treadmill for a

sweat-inducing hour of cardio. While steadystate aerobic exercise does enhance cardiorespiratory fitness, it actually has less of an impact on body composition than strength training.

WHAT IS STRENGTH TRAINING? Strength training involves the precise and controlled movements of each major muscle group using varying degrees of resistance (or weight).

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS? What many people don’t know is that strength training boosts metabolism and helps burn more calories at rest,

ultimately reducing body fat (provided a proper diet). While cardio expends calories during exercise for energy, it doesn’t have the same metabolismenhancing effect as lifting weights.

Beyond burned fat and toned arms, pumping iron offers an array of other health benefits, such as: • Minimizing risk of illnesses like osteoporosis, diabetes and cardiovascular disease • Reducing stress and anxiety • Improving balance, stability and overall flexibility • Enhancing performance of everyday tasks (due to improved strength and endurance)

• Reducing risk of injury (due to stronger muscles, tendons and ligaments) Now, for the best part: all the benefits of resistance training can be obtained in just two 30-minute sessions per week!

The time we devote to keeping our bodies moving will reward us with increased energy, productivity and years of good health. If you’re already active, step up to a new challenge! Visit www.fitness.gov for more ways to get your heart pumping. This National Physical Fitness and Sports Month, make strength training a central component of your exercise routine for increased energy and optimal fat burn.

Keep safe against West Nile Alberta Health Services Submitted Warm summer weather brings mosquitoes... and with them, the risk of West Nile virus. Alberta Health Services (AHS) reminds you to make a summer habit of protecting yourself and your loved ones from mosquito bites, and their potentially severe health consequences.

“With exposure to mosquitoes comes risk of West Nile virus,” says Dr. Gerry Predy, Senior Medical Officer of Health, AHS. “Because some mosquitoes carry West Nile virus, it’s important to avoid being bitten at all.”

Whenever engaging in outdoor activities this summer, all Albertans should take these simple steps to prevent bites and protect themselves from West Nile virus: Wear a long-sleeved, light-colored shirt, pants, and a hat. Use insect repellent with DEET. Consider staying indoors at dawn and dusk, when mosquitoes are most active.

“These steps can make it harder for mosquitoes to find you, and remember: if mosquitoes can’t find you, they can’t bite you,” says Predy.

After being bitten by a mosquito carrying West Nile virus, humans can develop West Nile NonNeurological Syndrome (formerly known as West Nile fever) or the more serious West Nile Neurological Syndrome.

Symptoms of Non-Neurological Syndrome can be uncomfortable, including fever, chills, nausea,

vomiting, fatigue, skin rash, swollen glands and headache. For those individuals who do develop Neurological Syndrome, symptoms can be much more severe, including tremors, drowsiness, confusion, swallowing problems, high fever, unconsciousness, paralysis and even death.

From 2003 to 2016, more than 680 Albertans have suffered the consequences of West Nile virus infection, many of whom got bitten right here in Alberta.

“The data shows the very real and risk of illness across the province,” says Predy. “Protect yourself, and ensure your loved ones do the same.”

To learn more about West Nile virus and reducing your risk, visit www.fightthebite.info or call Health Link at 811.

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Let Go My Wi-Fi Cst. Daniel Bentley - Vegreville RCMP RCMP Ponderings What is theft of services with regard to the law? For those of us in ours 30’s and older, an image of Jim Carey offering free cable services springs to mind, or Homer Simpson acquiring free cable for a small fee. Obviously, this is blatant theft of service; getting something for nothing.

Technology has moved on since Cable guy (1996) or that Simpsons episode (1991) (feeling old yet?) and now the air is filled with Wi-Fi signals being broadcast from many homes and businesses, finding their way into public space and into our own home. Here’s the question, if there is an open Wi-Fi service, that can be accessed in a public space, are you allowed to use that service?

Many Android devices in Canada have the Wi-Fi assistant set up to automatically connect to an open signal allowing a person to connect use of that service.

So, if I need to check my email, or bank account and my use of an open signal makes no difference to the cost of the service to the subscriber, then what’s the harm?

The way the law is written in Section 326 of the Criminal Code of Canada, it is an offense to use an open signal without permission and in theory the punishment for doing so is the same as any other theft. What it comes down to is the term “colour of right” which is the permission for the use of an asset within the possession of another.

Another example of colour of right would be if you

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were to borrow a vehicle from a friend to run some errands with the understanding that it’d be for a few hours, but the vehicle doesn’t get returned for a few days, then you as the user, could be charged with theft beyond the agreed period of time. That is due to there being no colour of right to the usage of the vehicle beyond that agreed to when the car was taken.

Many businesses broadcast their Wi-Fi as a convenience for their customers as the service is joined with a device, there is usually a page with terms and conditions where one has to agree to their usage policy before navigating to the desired web page. Clearly here, there is permission to use the service, but then does that permission extend to someone who sits in the parking lot when the business is closed and uses the Wi-Fi service without being a customer? That is probably more of a moral debate than a legal one.

If you, as a homeowner, have a Wi-Fi network operating that you are paying for, password protect your service! Even if you are not hitting your download limits and not being charged any more money for data, unlike the businesses that have some protection on their services that would probably be blocking certain web content, unless you pay for that filtering software on your router you won’t know what users are accessing, downloading or doing on your network and what is getting associated to your account.

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PLC around the world to Mexico

Children try out the maraca instruments. (Leftto-right) Ava Homeniuk who wrote the Mexican words on the blackboard and has ribbons from Mexico in her hair, Inna Perez, Livia Foran, and Zarya Perez. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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Rosanne Fortier It’s cool to learn about and celebrate different cultures! Vegreville and Area Parent Link Centre wants to bring awareness of different cultures so, oncea-month, they share one of the families’ culture with the program Around the World.

On June 12 the country they explored was Mexico. One of the families that visits PLC is from Mexico and the mother, Bertha Ramirez the Go Forth

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brought back coins from the trip she took to Mexico recently where the children used crayons to scribble over top of the coins to show the emblem of the coin which is in the middle of the Mexican flag. Bertha also brought back Mexican treats, candies and neat Mexican items and goodies for the children at PLC. One of the candy sticks was made by a gentleman who sold them on the streets of Mexico and Bertha brought back a video to show

how the candies were made. One child wore a traditional costume from Mexico that Bertha gave for the program. This mother also made tortilla soup, and nachos for the event.

A story about Mexico was read to the children and there was a book with

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Spanish words in it that the children could read.

Mexican music was played and the kids were given maraca instruments to try out. The children had a chance to make a papier-mache piñata which PLC plans to use for PLC Year-End Party.

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MR. CLASSIFIED

Call toll free from anywhere in Alberta

1.800.522.4127

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Ask the Guys

Dear Classified Guys, When I bought my house, I let my brother-in-law paint the exterior. That was a mistake. He did a horrible job. Not only did he buy the wrong color, but it's only one year later and the paint is peeling. Fortunately, I only paid him with a case of beer. This time I'm looking for a more reputable house painter. How can I make sure that the service I hire is qualified for the job…and buys the right color?

Duane “Cash” Holze & Todd “Carry” Holze 062517 ©The Classified Guys®

• • • Cash: If you get an estimate

that quotes the price in cases of beer, you may want to look elsewhere. It sounds like you paid your brother-inlaw just about right for his quality of work.

Carry: I'm just hoping that you didn't pay him with a premium beer.

Cash: It shouldn't be too difficult to find a service that will do a better job. But this time, you may want to check the color BEFORE they start.

Carry: There are a variety of painting services from which to choose. When you have them quote the job, ask to see a certificate of insurance. You want to make sure you find a service that has general liability coverage and

workman's compensation.

Cash: Determining the contractor's quality of work is actually quite simple, yet it's amazing how many people don't make the effort.

Some painters may offer you photos of past jobs as testimony of their work. But a photograph, especially one taken from the curb, can barely show you the color of the house, let alone the quality of work. Most pictures are taken just after completion of the job. That's no help. Everything looks good when it's new.

Carry: The only real method to determine the quality of work is to speak with past clients, or go see the houses for yourself. Ask the painter for several references; some that are recent and some that

are at least three-years-old. The recent ones can tell you about current customer service while older clients can attest to how well the paint has held up.

Cash: As you know from your brother-in-law's job, some contractors may skip the preparation steps. That leads to peeling, blistering or other damaging affects.

For best results, ask the service to detail their preparation steps such as power-washing, scraping, sanding and priming. When done correctly, the paint job should last you five to ten years.

Carry: That's good. You don't want to be hiring your brother-inlaw any time soon. Who knows what color he might paint the house next.

Fast Facts Color Choices

Reader Humor Turning Blue

Believe it or not, the color you choose can make a difference in the longevity of your paint. The pigments used in making paint colors are inherently vulnerable to sunlight and the damaging effects of ultraviolet light. In fact, certain colors are likely to fade quicker than others. Blue tones are most likely to change color, appearing greenish-yellow over time.

Yellowish-tans are also high on the list of fading pigments. For the least amount of fading over large areas, avoid bright colors and use shades with slightly muted tones.

The last time I went to purchase paint, I waited behind a woman who wanted the perfect shade of mauve for her daughter's room.

The clerk behind the counter offered exceptional service as the woman nitpicked about her paint coloring. "Can you add a bit more red?" she asked. "How about a bit more blue?"

Happily, the clerk mixed it.

But again, she asked for a little more red and a little more blue.

By the third time, the clerk was beginning to lose his patience.

As he blended the final batch, the woman asked, "Now what should I do if I need another gallon?"

The store clerk huffed, "I suggest you try the paint store down the road."

(Thanks to Barry T.)

Gallons Galore How many gallons of paint will it take to paint your house? A typical gallon of paint covers approximately 400 square feet or a 20 ft by 20 ft area. Check the label on your paint as some thicker brands will cover less area. A typical 2,300 square foot home with an attached garage could have about 3,200 square feet of siding to paint.

That's a whopping 16 gallons of paint for two coats. Now you just need to calculate how long it will take you to put on all that paint.

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MR. CLASSIFIED crime

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REAL ESTATE

Will do Custom Baling

1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab.

around Vegreville area.

For parts. $650. 780-922-

Phone Eric 780-632-7321

5999

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Nice deck, $2800. 780922-5999 2000 Dodge Dakota V8 4x4 Farm Truck. $1,600.

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Phone 780-994-3005 New, complete, exhaust system, fits GMC, Chev, crewcabs. $600.00. Phone 780-632-9689

Two Hills RCMP issue warrant after vehicle stop injures officer - Update

Corporal Ronald Bumbry EAD - Media Relations Officer Two Hills RCMP would like to advise that Donald Peter Brookwell was arrested by Edmonton Police Service in Edmonton. Brookwell’s RCMP warrant was executed in relation to an incident in Stony Plain for failing to appear for court and resisting a police officer. He was remanded into custody and will appear in Stony Plain Provincial Court on July 5, 2017.

The investigation continues on this incident. 29-year-old female, Stephanie Nadine Woods of Edmonton is still at large and is wanted for obstruction of a peace officer, possession of property obtained by crime, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. She is described as 5’7” Height, 185 lbs, Brown hair, Hazel eyes.

The 2012 Grey Ford F150 with Alberta License plate BHC 3158 has been recovered.

Police advise not to approach Stephanie Woods if located. Please contact the Two Hills RCMP at 780-657-2820 or call your local police.

If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com, or

by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www.crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions).

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TRAILERS SEED

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request for information with valuable details the last time this happened. From this information we were able to surmise, with some degree of accuracy, that financial distress was not the motive but that Mischief was definitely at play, then as we believe it to be at play now.

If you have any information about this matter please report it to Eustine Kereliuk, Treasurer of the Church Board, at 780-657-2187. Mischief resulting in willful damage to Church Property or to Church Tradition is a Criminal Offence in Canada, believe me I know because I came close to being convicted of it when in Broad Daylight I

Clay fill in or near Vegreville. Call Claudine at 780-632-2859 Ukrainian 22/24 notes hammer dulcimer (cymabli) with hammers.

(780) 895-2578

Between 60 and 80 per cent of the world’s polar bears live in Canada.

tried to stop the removal of the CP Heritage Railway Tracks that ran through the Two Hills County back in 2007. I don’t recommend to anyone pushing the envelope to such a degree that it could land you in jail. However, my appeal is for the perpetrator to come forward in this matter so that his or her issue can be resolved in a Godly Manner. It is difficult for the legal system to address the problem in this way so it is critical it be done in a voluntary, contrite manner so the church can correct any ill feelings they may have caused.

- Richard Eliuk, VP Szypenitz Church Board

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Tributes MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

OLINECK, Mafty March 21, 1916 - July 2, 2003 The rolling stream of life goes on But still the vacant chair Recalls the love, the voice The smile of one who sat there So many things have happened Since you were called away So many things to share with you If you were here today.

They say time heals all sorrow and helps us to forget But so far time has only shown How much we miss you and Mother.

Forever in our hearts and deeply missed by your loving children Orest (Catherine} Olineck, Sylvia (George) Kupka Patricia (Al) Gee, Tom (Martha) Evans; grandchildren and great grandchildren

TOPECHKA, Bill December 3, 1926 - June 29, 2003 In loving memory of a dear husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

As life unfolds another year You’re very special in our memories.

They say it’s a beautiful journey from the old world to the new Some day we will make the journey which will lead us up to you.

And when we’ll reach the garden in which there is no pain We’ll put our arms around each other and never part again.

Forever in our hearts Love, wife Vicki, son Barry (Marilyn), grandchildren and great grandchildren

ROZUMNIAK, Mary In loving memory of Mary Rozumniak January 15, 1928 – July 2, 2014 No sadden day has passed us by since opening Heaven’s door..

No moment, without memory of kindness, love and more.

We miss you Mom but know that you, the angels keep.. in peace, until we meet again they’ll safely watch you sleep.

Forever missed, Glen & Kelly, Mike, Savannah

WOLOSCHUK, Mary June 17, 2010 In loving memory of our dear mother and grandmother and great grandmother who passed away June 17, 2010.

OUR DEAREST MOTHER May you always walk in sunshine And God’s love around you flow For all the happiness you gave us No one will ever know.

Your thoughts were always with us You never could forget, And so we know that where you are You are watching over us yet.

As Angels keep their watch up there Please God just let Mom know, That down here we will not forget We love and miss her so.

Lord if there are roses in Heaven Pick a bunch with care Place them in both her arms, And tell her we’ll always care.

Always remembered and sadly missed by Bonnie & Family

LEBITKO, Steve In Loving Memory of Steve Lebitko November 8, 1920 – June 30, 2012 Down the path of memories We softly tread today Our thoughts are always with you As life goes on its way.

We cannot halt the hand of time Or live again the past But in our hearts are memories That will forever last.

Missing you.

Your loving family.

POIRIER, Robert {Bob} Joseph January 3, 1948 - June 26, 2016 In loving memory of husband, father and grandfather.

It’s my selfishness that makes me cry, I wasn’t ready to say goodbye.

I wasn’t ready to let you go.

I pray you know I loved you so.

It’s me, not you that suffers here, I know your life goes on somewhere.

I know that I should celebrate, You’ve walked through Heaven’s glorious gate.

But, still I can’t stop thinking of, Your smile, your touch, your special love.

I know that you hear what I say, It’s just done in a different way.

And so, I want to send you this, To you, the one I love and miss, All my love upon an Angel’s Kiss, I love you forever my Husband Until we meet again.

Betty, Crystal, Deedee, Rannea and Brad

SWIHUN, Trifon In Loving Memory of Trifon Swihun Nov 27, 1953 - July 1, 2002 You can shed tears that he’s gone, or you can smile because he has lived.

You can close your eyes and pray that he’ll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all he’s left.

Your heart can be empty because you can’t see him, or you can be full of the love you shared.

You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday.

You can remember him only that he’s gone, or you can cherish his memory and let it live on.

You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back.

Or you can do what he’d want; smile, open your eyes, love, and go on.

Love , Your Family

OBITUARY

Wandyka, Nestor Metro June 24, 1934 - June 18, 2017 On June 18th, 2017, Nestor Wandyka of Vegreville, Alberta, passed away peacefully at the age of 82, surrounded by his loving children.

He will be greatly missed by daughters Loretta (Duncan) Russell, Shelley (Nick) Bok, and son Ray Wandyka, all from Edmonton & area and 3 grandchildren Garrett (Michelle), Shelby (Joshua), and Kandra. Nestor was predeceased by his loving wife of 60 years, Evangeline, in 2016. He was also predeceased by his brother Ernest (Kaye) Wandyka, and parents Metro & Sophie Wandyka.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Strydom, and the wonderful, caring staff and care providers at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Vegreville, as well as The Homestead Lodge. We also wish to thank all of our dear family and friends for their love and support during this difficult time. We are truly blessed.

Respecting Nestor’s wishes, no service will be held.

Cremation has taken place and a private inurnment for Nestor and Evangeline will take place at a later date in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to a charity or cause, that is near and dear to you.

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

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OBITUARY

HOROBEC, Michael November 11, 1941 – June 21, 2017 On Wednesday, June 21, 2017, Michael Horobec of Edmonton, Alberta passed away at the age of 75 years.

Michael is survived by his son Carey along with his family all of Abbottsford; special companion Judy Sawchuk-Russell; four sisters Mary Fedun, Lil Skiba, Pat (Alex) Kulchycki and Vienna (Jim) Oaks; one brother-in-law Alex Chichak; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Michael was predeceased by his parents Peter and Helen, two brothers John and Steve; one sister Kate Chichak; two brothers-in-law Joe Fedun and Don Skiba; one nephew Don Fedun.

A Funeral Service was held on Saturday, June 24, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Michael The Archangel RussoOrthodox Church – Sachava with Archimandrite Gerasim Power officiating. Interment followed in the Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Lamont Health Care Centre-Auxiliary.

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POMRENK, Eduart Frederick “Friedl” November 16, 1910 – June 21, 2017 On Wednesday, June 21, 2017, Friedl Pomrenk of Ranfurly, Alberta peacefully passed away at the age of 106 years.

Friedl is survived by his loving family, nephews and nieces George (Carol) Patrick, Dawn (Jeff) Haloun, June (Gerald) Franklin, Carol Wirda, Fred (Margaret) Pomrenk, Julie (Rick) Sandham, Frankie (Rod) Luke/ Mossman and Maureen (Jeff) Garrett; along with other relatives and friends.

A Funeral Service and Celebration of Friedl’s Life will be held on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Ranfurly Recreation Centre with Fred Pomrenk as the officiant. Interment to follow in the Ranfurly Cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made to the Ranfurly Senior Club or to the Ranfurly Agricultural Society.

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HALINA, Bobby Steven August 5, 1964 – June 22, 2017 On Thursday, June 22, 2017, Bobby Steven Halina of Ranfurly, Alberta passed away at the age of 52 years.

Bobby is survived by his loving family, his wife of 31 years, Tammy; one daughter Tanielle Rene (fiance Jordi Sullivan); one son Braden Steven (Pauline) along with their son Benjamin; siblings Brian (Lois), Shirley (Tom) Porter and Donald (Liz); parents-in-law David and Ellen Essery; sister-in-law Susan Essery; brotherin-law Stan (Marie) Essery; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and many friends. Bobby was predeceased by his parents Steve and Anne Halina.

A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, June 29, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at the Vegreville Social Centre (4802 - 47a St.) in Vegreville, Alberta with Reverend Carolyn Woodall officiating.

Cremation has taken place.

Inurnment to take place in Ranfurly Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to “St. Joseph’s General Hospital Foundation” or to the “Vegreville Breakfast Club.”

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food grains - CONTINUED from PAGE 11 enable families and communities to better feed themselves and look for ways to engage and educate Canadians about global hunger. In In 2016-17, over 900,000 people in 35 countries were helped.

Seeding of the 2017 Vegreville Food Grains Project has been completed. This year the crop is canola. Because it was late in the season and because of the condition of the field, a different method of seeding was used. Canola seed was broadcast and shallowly incorporated. It is hoped that favourable weather conditions will provide a bumper harvest, so that once again Canadian farmers can help those who will most need it. A harvest gala will be held in September or October and the public will be invited to observe the harvest operations.

More information about the Canadian Food Grains Bank is available at foodgrainsbank.ca or by contacting one of the local organizers. Cash donations towards this project or any other Food Grains Project are always gratefully accepted.

A tractor for towing stuck combines was an essential piece of farm equipment this year. This one provided by Rocky Mountain Equipment was used several times during the harvest of the project.

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Blanket exercise creates empathy towards indigenous people Rosanne Fortier The best way to understand what someone went through is by getting a

glimpse of walking in their shoes. First Nation/Métis/Inuit School Liaison, Josephine Galandy, and M.O.D.E.L Project organized a Blanket Exercise in the library at A.L. Horton School to honor National Aboriginal Day on June 21 and bring awareness and reconciliation to indigenous people. Josephine’s sister, Darla Bosvik assisted with this project. The script for the Blanket Exercise was developed

by KAIROS following the landmark report of the Royal Professionals and participants stand on the blankets that represent the First Nations People’s land. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Commission on Aboriginal Peoples.

The script was meant to build an understanding about our shared history as indigenous and non-indigenous people in Canada by walking through a pre-contact treaty Métis colonization and resistance. It showed pre-European times and what happened when Europeans came and how they affected First Nations People.

We are now living on Treaty 6 land. A band is a community and a tribe is a nation. Alberta is the only province that has Métis settlements.

This exercise showed history from an indigenous person’s perspective. Every participant was asked to stand on a blanket that represented a piece of land

CTF applauds rejection of internet tax Aaron Wudrick Federal Director for CTF The Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) is applauding Heritage Minister Mélanie Joly for rejecting the Heritage Committee’s recommendation to impose a new internet tax on Canadians.

Heritage Committee recommended expanding 5% Canadian content production levy to broadband internet delivery to create a new ‘broadband tax’ “A new internet tax is a terrible idea,

and would make the internet less affordable for Canadians,” said CTF Federal Director Aaron Wudrick, “Even worse would be using the revenue to create a new corporate welfare slush fund for the government to subsidize their favourite media outlets.”

The CTF has previously noted that taxpayers are already forced to spend billions subsidizing cultural industries, and the best way forward is fewer subsidies, not more.

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Participant-Patti Delacruz, M.O.D.E.L Project Success CoachesMcKenna Makowecki and Ciera Vadnais listen to First Nation/ Métis/Inuit School Liaison, Josephine Galandy as she speaks about First Nations people’s history. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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owned by the First Nations People in Canada.

Professionals took on the role of the Europeans who at first were reasonable with the First Nations People. As more Europeans arrived they needed more land and they thought of the indigenous people as an obstacle; a problem to be solved and they started to ignore and tried to change the indigenous people’s way of life. Some land was taken in war as well as after a person died. A lot more was taken without any right; the government mainly stole it. By taking away their land, indigenous people lost their culture, language, and spiritual practices. Through these actions, they also lost all hope and reason to live. Some people died of hunger after being forced off their original land and away from their hunting grounds. Participants had to fold back more of their blankets as they lost their land or they had to leave if they died.

The Government of Canada took over control.

Shocking discoveries happened which included purposely spreading smallpox during the Small Pox epidemic to get rid of indigenous people.

After the script, participants observed a moment of silence to respect the indigenous people who lost their identity or family due to Indian Residential Schools.

Survivors of these schools experienced various traumas and their families still feel a ripple effect from this. Letters of apology were written by the Federal Government to indigenous people who were impacted by Indian Residential Schools. Apologizing means you need to change.

Afterward, there was a sharing circle with a talking stick where people said they learned a lot and had a new understanding from the Blanket Exercise People were then treated to socializing, refreshments and coffee.

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Innisfree School Annual Slip and Slide

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Lobsterfest pleases the crowd and the Cambodia Water Project.

Three Rotarians from Vegreville club, Dee, Jody, and Jocelyn travelled to Cambodia to help build some water wells at part of the club’s “water project.”

“This year, one of the new things that Rotary did was to bring money for our youth making a change program,” Lisa Topilko who is the Community Programmer for FCSS, said, gratefully. “Because it was new, they really wanted the community to find out about what they had done this year with the Youth Making a Change program.”

“We’re very pleased with how it all went, it’s our first sell-out crowd of the year,” Rene Senko, Rotary Club Outbound Counsellor who chaired the event, said. “It was nice to have

Joe Machney Reporter This year’s annual Lobsterfest was held on Thursday, June 22 at the Vegreville Social Centre and drew in a full house with a total of 400 people. People were greeted at the door by Rotary Club members as the Centre filled up, along with people’s glasses as they enjoyed each other’s company and the lively music from the Vegreville-based Wednesdays.

Peter Arnold sang O’Canada and Miles Wowk auctioned off the first and second tables to help raise money for Rotary Club, as this event is their second largest fundraiser for the year.

As the dinner bell rang people lined up to fill their plates with salad, corn, steak and finally the succulent lobster. After the meal, the presentation began, with Jamison Brown emceeing the Ann Waters, Lily Voutier, and Megan

evening. The pilot project for Woloshyn give the presentation after dinner. this year was Youth Making a Change and was put on by Vegreville and District FCSS and Vegreville Rotary Club.

The program is for youths in grades 10 to 12 who are interested in partnering with others in the community and are passionate about making a difference. The two groups got together to create a program that elevates youth voices and gives them the opportunity to contribute to community programming while providing young people with a unique opportunity to be the draw and a 50/50, were all donated to the drivers of their own Rotary Interact Club, which is their high ideas from concepschool students, of which Lily Voutier was tualization to present to represent them and give a short implementation. speech about how the program has been a The proceeds from positive influence in her life. Other prothe Lobsterfest grams that the Rotary Club supports is the which included a international student exchange program

all the community support with our fundraisers that we were holding along with the raffle, and the Heads or Tails auction which raised $900, which was amazing.

We raised lots of funds so that we can continue our work in the community and world projects.”

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Joe Machney Reporter The strong windstorm on Tuesday night (June 20th) resulted in damage across the region. At 4229 50 Street in Vegreville, it took down a tree causing minor damage to one of the vehicles that was parked at the residence.

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Winners of RCL Branch No. 39 District Poppy Poster and Literary Contest Rosanne Fortier The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 will continue to grow as time moves on. At the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 Annual General Meeting on June 21, the winners of the RCL Branch No. 39 District Poppy Poster and Literary Contest were the guests. After the opening ceremony, the singing of O Canada and observing a moment of silence to remember our fallen veterans and members who passed away, President, Terry Kuzyk presented Yuliia Dolgireva with an Honorable Mention Senior Poster (Color) and a cheque. Reeve Kobberro was awarded an Honorable Mention Intermediate Poem Certificate and a cheque. Dayton Choma who was acknowledged for being dedicated to the many projects was awarded the First Place Intermediate Essay, Honorable Mention Intermediate Essay, and Second Place Intermediate Poster (Color) along with three cheques. Dayton said what motivates him to participate is he really enjoys entering the contest because he saw the Remembrance Day Contest as an opportunity to acknowledge Canadian men and women as heroes who served for our country. They gave us the privilege of being able to live in a country of peace and freedom. His First Place Intermediate Essay was written about a boy who learned the true meaning of Remembrance Day by spending time with his neighbor who is a veteran. Also, the winner Jordan Moroz received an award and a cheque for Second Place for the Senior Color Poster at the District Level.

Jamie Perlik was a recipient of two awards and two cheques for First Place for his Senior Essay at the District Level and First Place for his Senior Essay at the Command Level.

Sara Stuart won Honorable Mention for her Junior Essay.

Winners of RCL Branch No. 39 District Poppy Poster and Literary Contest 2-Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 President,Terry Kuzyk behind the winners of the District Poppy Poster and Literary Contest’s winners-(Left-to-right) Yuliia Dolgireva, Reeve Kobberro and Dayton Choma. (Winners not in photo) Jordan Moroz, Jamie Perlik, Sara Stuart.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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Phyllis Tarapacki hosts Canada 150 Party!

Phyllis Tarapacki gather with her family, friends and community members for a Canada 150 Party at her house.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier Phyllis Tarapacki is very proud to be Canadian and feels Canada is the best country in the world.

Phyllis wanted to share the honor of celebrating the milestone of Canada ‘s 150th birthday by doing something for Canada. She inviting her family, friends, and many community members to a Canada 150 party at her house. She felt that if everyone pools together to do this, it will be better

to make this happen for everyone. Phyllis organized this celebration and her children assisted her with serving the beverages, coffee, and drinks and cooking the delicious and well-stacked hamburgers, beans, and huge hot-dogs. Assorted salads were brought in and there was a charming Canada 150 cake. Roberta Twerdochlib created a cheerful bag to decorate Phyllis’s patio for the party and as usual, Phyllis had Canada 150 signs around her Social Centre Event Schedule 8 AM - 11 AM Pancake breakfast Free tim horton’s coffee Official ceremonies Entertainment stage Kid’s fun activities Face painting - balloon artists Juggler - glitter tattoos

yard. “I do this because I care and I want to thank God for making Canada the way it is and having people around who like to socialize, get involved and be active,” Phyllis said.

To make sure everyone stayed active, a red and white bean bag game was set-up in the yard also.

Roberta is donating the bag to a raffle with the proceeds going to Alberta Woman’s Institute.

Vegreville Regional Museum open from 10 AM - 5 PM Vegreville Wildlife Federation downtown open house 1 PM - 4 PM Free busing within Vegreville 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM 14 drop off - pick up locations around Vegreville

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Vegreville’s CANADA 150 PASSPORT Marg Varga Submitted At a number of locally organized events and activities throughout the last four months, the VEGREVILLE CANADA 150 PASSPORT, has been a key part. In the newspaper, on the radio, on Facebook, the Eye on Vegreville, on posters and billboards, PASSPORT EVENTS are advertised. What are these Canada 150 Passports and why should the citizens of Vegreville make sure to have their own Passport?

To honor and celebrate this special year, the Vegreville Impact Committee wanted to create a way for all citizens to engage in this historic year.

The committee’s goal was to enhance, encourage and enable various community activities and events for the Canada sesquicentennial year. The committee wished to provide an incentive for the citizens of Vegreville to attend the various events, organized by local groups and clubs, and to which they may not otherwise attend.

With these goals in mind, the VEGREVILLE 150 CANADA PASSPORT was created. The Passport, a small booklet, includes single pages for each of the 10 provinces and 3 territories. The Passport is a great way to teach children what makes up this beautiful country and gives them a chance to “travel across the country” while “staycationing”. Passports are available at no cost at the Town Office, Aquatic Center, and Centennial Library or at any PASSPORT SUPPORTING EVENT. Once citizens have their own Passport, they are invited to attend PASSPORT SUPPORTING EVENTS throughout the year, where a

ark Event Schedule Official Ceremonies with 21 world peace salute Guard & March hornets fly over ada Day cake

M Elk’s/Kinsmen park r Farmer’s Market od Vendors

Cultural Showcase Market Entertainment Stage Canada 150 Vegreville Souvenirs Face painting - balloon artists Juggler - yard games Bouncy houses - kid’s art tent Glitter tattoos - scavenger hunt Family Dance - Social Centre 7 PM - 10 PM

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page in the Passport will be stamped to acknowledge their attendance.

Once 13 events are attended and 13 stamps acquired, the Passport holder is eligible to enter into the “150 EXPERIENCE VEGREVILLE PRIZE PACKAGE”. The completed passport is required to be validated before entry in the official drawbox, located at the Town Office.

The EXPERIENCE VEGREVILLE PRIZE PACKAGE, is over $800 worth of prizes. 1 major prize and 10 secondary prizes will be drawn from the completed passports at the end of 2017. Some of the prizes are gift cards from the Vegreville Bowling Lanes, Everything Tea, Vegreville Kinsmen Golf Course, Chuckwagon ride, VegMin Gift certificate to name a few. For a complete list of the Prize Package, visit Vegreville Canada 150 on Facebook.

With the upcoming CANADA DAY activities throughout town, having a Passport would be a great way to participate and enjoy them all. Make a point to come out and celebrate this 150th birthday event.

Be sure to pick up our Coast-to-coast PRIDE Canada 150 booklet at events and businesses in Vegreville

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Winners of Father’s Day Show and Shine 2017 William Smolak Submitted A Convertibles: First place, sponsored by Outlaw All Terrain.

Winner is Doug Hoyme of Sherwood Park with a 1960 Chevrolet Impala. Second place, sponsored by Bucky’s Welding. Winner is Bob Simpson of St. Albert with a 1960 Ford Sunliner.

B Muscle Cars: First place, sponsored by Maddigan Chrysler.

Winner is Paul Hrynew of Edmonton with a 1960 Pontiac GTO. Second place, sponsored by Value Drug Mart. Winner is Dwane Worobec of Vegreville with a 1970 Plymouth Roadrunner.

C Pre 50’s Cars: First place, sponsored by Vegtel Engraving Ltd. Winner is G. PA. A. of Camrose with 1929 Pontiac. Second place, sponsored by Vegreville Electric. Winner is Richard Glover of Irma with a 1949 Dodge Special Deluxe.

D 1950’s Cars: First place, sponsored by Woodcraft Canada.

Winner is Joe Voget of Edmonton with a 1954 Cadillac Coupe deVille. Second place, sponsored by A+ Cellular. Winner is Gary & Debbie Treasure of Edmonton with a 1953 Hudson Hornet.

E 1960’s Cars: First place, sponsored by Vegreville Auto Body.

Winner is Mike Prytula of Sherwood Park with a 1963 Studebaker Daytona. Second place, sponsored by Webb’s Machinery (Vegreville) Ltd. Winner is Stan & Vicky Norlander of Ardrossan with a 1965 Ford Mustang.

F 1970’s Cars: First place, sponsored by Flash Distributors (NAPA).

Winner is Laurel Wyllie of Vegreville with a 1974 Plymouth Barracuda. Second place, sponsored by OK Tire (Vegreville Ltd.) Winner is Fred Thelman of Ardrossan with a 1972 Buick Skylark.

G Cars 1980’s and Up: First place, sponsored by Twin Lakes Ready Mix & Aggregate. Winner is Allan Anderson of Viking with a 1987 Buick Grand National. Second place, sponsored by Vegreville Home Hardware. Winner is Justen Dmytriw of Vegreville with a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro ZSS. H Hot Rod/Street Rod/ Modified: First place, sponsored by Father’s Day Committee. Winner is Lorne & Roberta Witts of Ardrossan with a 1930 Ford Model A. Second place, sponsored by Ernie’s Auto Body Winner is Dave Swenson of Edmonton with a 1932 Ford Victoria.

I Low Riders: First place, sponsored by Volten Electric. Winner is Shaun Fried of Vegreville with a 1963 Lincoln Continental. Second place, sponsored by Titan Tree Services. Winner is Al Peet of Edmonton with a 1935 Plymouth PJ. J Pre - 50’s Trucks:’sFirst Place sponsored by Fathers’ Day Committee. Winner is Ken Hlewka of Two Hills with a 1928 Ford Model A. Second Place sponsored by Fathers’ Day Committee.

Winner is George Sample of Vegreville with a 1949 Mercury M47.

K Trucks 1950 - 1972: First place, sponsored by Gordo’s Mechanical. Winner is Ed Bodurka of Edmonton with a 1964 Chevrolet El Caminio. Second place, sponsored by Prime Cuts Meats & Deli. Winner is Edward Charest of Leduc with a 1951 Mercury M-1.

L Trucks 1973 and Up: First place, sponsored by County Collision Repair. Winner is Craig Cherniwchan of Smoky Lake with a 1977 Chevrolet Silverado. Second place, sponsored by Peavey Mart. Winner is Jerry Kalita of Edmonton with a 1975 Ford F150 Ranger XLT. M Foreign: First place, sponsored by Kal Tire/Extreme Clean Truck & Car Wash. Winner is Ken Davison of Sherwood Park with a 1957 Morris Minor. Second place, sponsored by Deerland Equipment. Winner is Bert Van Riel of Ardrossan with a 1951 Jaguar C Type.

M Special Interest: First place, sponsored

by Weiss Mechanical Services Ltd. Winner is Craig Harris of Cold Lake with a 1967 Kaiser M38A1. Second place, sponsored by F. S. Painting. Winner is Ken Gulevich of Vegreville with a 1991 Cadillac Brougham Hearse.

N Motorcycles: First place, sponsored by Canadian Tire. Winner is Lori Stokes of St. Paul with a 1997 Harley Davidson Soft Tail.

Second place, sponsored by Baron’s No Frills.

Winner is Sonny Gegolick of Vegreville with a 2014 Vintage Indian.

BEST OF SHOW: (OVER-ALL PLACING) Sponsored by Vegreville Mechanical. Winner is Paul Hrynew of Edmonton with a 1970 Pontiac GTO. Club Participation: First place, sponsored

by Fathers’ Day Event Committee. Winner is Main Street Cruisers of Edmonton.

Second place, sponsored by Fathers’ Day Event Committee. Winner is Battle River Road Runners.

Peoples’ Choice: Sponsored by Boston Pizza. Winner is Paul Hrynew of Edmonton with a 1970 Pontiac GTO. $250 Prize Winners Sponsored by Bumper to Bumper.

Oldest Driver is Velma Sample of Vegreville, age 84, with a 1951 Pontiac Chieftain.

Youngest Driver is Nick Wolodko of Duffield, age 18, with a 1997 Rover Mini Coupe. Furthest Distance Travelled is Ken Van Iderstine of Cochrane, 413, km, travelled one way with a 1968 Ford Mustang.

Best of Show is Paul Hrynew of Edmonton with a 1970 Pontiac GTO. Best Big Rig Semi: Sponsored by Wayne Giebelhaus Mechanical Services. Winner is Mark Lesnik of Vegreville with a 1984 Peterbuilt 359.

Best Antique Tractor: Sponsored by Dennill’s Agri Centre. Winner is Darcy Lencewich of Vegreville with 1954 McCormick SW6-TA. Best Antique Snowmobile: Sponsored by Vegreville Mechanical. Winner is Greg Ball of Ardrossan with a 1969 Ski Bee Stout.

Best Vintage & Custom Motor Cycle: Sponsored by Vantage Builders Ltd. & Vantage Building Supplies Ltd. Winner is Lori Stokes of St. Paul with a 1997 Harley Davidson Soft Tail.

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VCHS Drama theater variety show entertains Joe Machney Reporter Theater is something that people have been enjoying for centuries and as one reflects on that statement quite probably William Shakespeare comes to mind. That, however, was not the theme during the evening of Friday, June 16, when the Vegreville Composite High School (VCHS) Drama Club presented In This Together, a variety compilation of three minute or so skits at the school.

This talented group of young people began working on the production in April and have spent many hours learning lines, blocking and creating a persona for several characters. “I am proud that many of our students took it upon themselves to write, choreograph or direct several numbers this year,” Tara Corneau, Director said. “It is exciting to see so many different talents emerge from our VCHS students.”

The production began with a beautiful skit titled Dreams, which was choreographed by student Barbara Rybchuk and served as an enchanting beginning to the evening. As the skits continued, the talents of the stu-

dents began to shine as they took on multiple roles, depicting a wide range of personalities. Original pieces alongside, a Michael Jackson tribute, a famous Saturday Night Live skit from the 1990s, and a Flight of the Conchords tribute entertained the audience for the first half of the production.

The intermission broke up the evening and served as a chance for people to get some snacks which were generously provided by the school.

The second group of skits began with a musical and continued along with skits about an unscrupulous Vet Clinic, a Dead Parrot and another famous skit from the Saturday Night Live days of the 90s. The last few skits touched on a more serious note which tied into the theme of the collection, In This Together. Where is the Love? and What Do I Know? which was accompanied by Lee Corneau on guitar and Jack Lillies on beat box asked the audience to take a look at what’s really important to them. Ending the production with All In This Together, the cast sang about how we need to help each other out in life.

Above: The VCHS version of Miss Canada, with hilarious results.

Inset: Kennedy Camantigue performs an amazing impersonation of Michael Jackson singing Billie Jean.

Below: Flight of the Conchords skit brings back memories and big laughs.

“They are so incredibly talented and it’s nice to be able to explore all of their talents through something like this,” Tara Corneau said of the production. “I feel that kids that are talented in arts don’t get as much attention as other students who are equally brilliant get.

Sometimes they get looked over and this is a chance for them to shine, and that is what they did.”

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Vegreville Recycling Round-Up Rosanne Fortier Convenience was coupled with being environmentally friendly at Vegreville’s Recycling Round-Up at the Central Recycling Drop-off Center in Vegreville on June 17.

People brought-in their paint, electronics, household hazardous waste, batteries and rechargeable batteries, florescent bulbs, inks and toners to this location with the reassurance that all the materials will be recycled, nothing will be land-filled.

This recycling round-up is held every year in June.

Phyllis Sereda is the Manager of Vegreville Materials Recovery Facility.

“Processors on site were hi-tech recyclers for electronic waste and clean harbors for paints and chemicals.

Average weight amount of electronics collected was approximately 8000 lbs. The amount of paints and chemicals collected was approx. 19000 lbs.” Sereda said.

Employees collect paint, electronics, household hazardous waste, batteries and rechargeable batteries, florescent bulbs, inks and toners from citizens at the Recycling Round-Up. (Rosanne Fortier/photos)

Innisfree School holds annual Slip and Slide

Anne Neil Student Reporter On Friday June 23, Innisfree Delnorte School was finally able to have its annual Slip and Slide, after postponing it from last Wednesday to the Friday for a nicer day.

Students from all grades, as well as a few teachers, spent over an hour at the end of the day, running up and down the huge slip and slide. Everyone was a little cold but still had a great time.

June 20 was the last dress up day for this school year. To celebrate the First Day of Summer was the dress-up day, Beach Day. There was lots of great participation in this day. Lots of beach type things were seen all over the school, towels, flip-flops, and even floaties.

The last day of school is fast approaching with only days left until summer holidays.

Junior High and Senior High exams are scheduled to run from the 26 to the 29, while elementary will still have regular classes The last day of school is June 29, as well final report cards will be handed out.

With the school year ending we will also be saying good-bye to some teachers. Junior High and Senior High Science and Math teacher, Miss. Hlus we be leaving us, as Mrs. Strom will be coming back from her maternity leave. As well grade 3 and 4 elementary teacher Miss. Shaw will be leaving to, and we’ll be welcoming back Mrs. Tomlinson who was also away on maternity leave. Grade 1 and 2 teacher Mrs. Moroz will also be leaving us. Each of you has done our school an amazing service, and you will be missed!