Vegreville News Advertiser - June 9, 2014

VOL. 67 NO. 22

The Paper That ’s Going Places!

MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2014

Spray the day away St. Mary’s Class of 2014 blazes trails into future See page 9 for story

Children have the option of soaking down to beat hot temperatures over the summer at the Vegreville Lions Spray Park out behind the Centennial Library in town.The park opened for the season recently to the delight of families and kids everywhere.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

A.L. Horton’s students jump toward a first-rate life See page 15 for story

Officers installed for Elks and Royal Purple See page 29 for story

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Portrait of a hero

Clara Hughes’ visit to Vegreville was captured on June 3 in a chalk portrait of Ms. Clara Hughes from student artist, Yuliia D, a grade 9 student from VCHS. (Kasey Schoff/Photo Submitted)

Silent sentinel

The cenotaph soldier stands vigilant through all hours in the heart of Holden’s downtown.The statue, erected in homage to those who paid the ultimate sacrifice during WWI, was lovingly put in place by the local residents and legion members. (Michael Simpson/Photo)

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Late blight of potatoes and tomatoes Agri-News Over the last few years, there has been a great deal of concern in Alberta surrounding late blight, which is a serious disease called that affects mainly potatoes and tomatoes. This year appears to be no different.

“This disease is caused by a fungal pathogen called Phytophthora infestans,” says Robert Spencer, commercial horticulture specialist, Alberta Ag-Info Centre, Stettler. “The favourable conditions for disease development, com-

bined with the presence of the pathogen, have resulted in multiple outbreaks of late blight in commercial, market garden and urban potato and tomato crops throughout parts of Alberta. For 2014, this disease continues to be a risk for all solana-

ceous crops (potato/tomato family) grown in Alberta.”

Late blight is found in most potato and vegetablegrowing areas of Canada, although historically it does not occur every year on the Prairies. Late blight is most damaging on

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tomatoes and potatoes, but may also affect eggplants, peppers, petunias and some related solanaceous weeds, such as nightshade and wild tomato.

Late blight is an aggressive disease that, if left unchecked, can cause significant and rapid crop losses in fields, gardens, greenhouses and in controlled environment storages, e.g. potato bins.

When the pathogen is present and weather conditions are favourable for disease development, commercial potato and market garden crops are at risk from late blight, as are all other plantings of potatoes and tomatoes, including greenhouse tomato operations.

The risk of introduction comes from either infected transplant material (tomatoes or other host crops) or infected seed potato stock (either imported or carried over). During the season, if spore loads build up, there is a risk of introduction of the pathogen via windblown/storm carried transfer.

“Initial symptoms of late blight are typically noted on older leaves, appearing as dark, water-soaked areas (lesions), sometimes with yellow edges, that move in from leaf tips/margins, becoming brown and brittle within a couple days,” says Spencer. “Late blight lesions are not contained by the leaf veins. Lesions may also develop on plant stems and on potato tubers and tomato fruit. Late blight develops most quickly in warm, wet/ humid conditions and can spread very rapidly through plantings. Plants may be rapidly defoliated, die and yields can be significantly reduced.”

Potato tubers may be infected by spores produced on the foliage which are subsequently washed into the soil. Infected tubers may have irregular, sunken lesions that are often first found around the eyes. The pathogen can penetrate into skin of the fruit or tubers, causing rot and discolouration of the internal tissues.

The rot often has a reddishbrown colour. Late blight can spread from diseased to healthy fruit and tubers in stored tomatoes, in potato piles in storage and on seed potato pieces.

On the Prairies, late blight does not form an overwintering spore. Rather, the pathogen overwinters on living tissues, carrying forward from one season to another on infected seed potatoes, cull piles, volunteer potatoes or living host plants (e.g. tomato transplants).

In-season spread is by

spores (sporangia) produced on infected tissues (infected transplants, volunteers, weeds and diseased crop debris). Spores spread within the fields by rain or water splash. Sporangia may also move short distances in soil water and

spores may move between fields on equipment. Spores can move considerable distances on the wind.

“In early spring and into summer, the priority is for regular scouting and monitoring of emerging plants, and new plant material,”

says Spencer. “Early detection is critical for minimizing the impact of the disease and preventing further spread and significant outbreaks.”

Late blight is not a disease that occurs every year in Alberta. “There are other diseases that can resemble it, but are less serious in nature,” says Spencer. “By carefully managing any infected plant debris, people can help to minimize late blight outbreaks, and prevent it from overwintering and avoid a potential repeat infection of susceptible crops and weeds in future years. Late blight is a community disease, and will require the concerted efforts of everyone to get rid of it.”

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Rural Development has prepared a number of print and electronic information resources to assist all levels of the horticulture industry

as well as the public to recognize potentially infected material and understand the appropriate management steps to take.

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23rd Annual Father’s Day Event

Dorian Wierda Likes: going to the park, the fair Dislikes: wet slides, bumble bees

Stay tuned for the 23rd Annual Father’s Day Event at the Fair Grounds in Vegreville on June 15th. This funfilled family outing is sponsored by Vegreville Auto & Industrial Supply Ltd. (Bumper to Bumper) and is a joint effort of the Agricultural Society and the Iron Runners Auto Club. Gates open at 10 a.m. and the show runs until 5 p.m.

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

You sure don’t want to miss the all of the fun at the ‘Demo-Derby’ sponsored

by Grant Miller Motors. There are several ‘smash-em-up’ events to bring thrills to your afternoon with up to $7,000 in prize money plus trophies to keep. The Damage gets underway on the track starting at noon.

If you’re a car or truck lover of all makes and models treat yourself to the Show n’ Shine sponsored by MacDonald’s in Vegreville. This fanfavourite will feature over 100 antique autos and trucks restored to their original glory for your enjoyment.

To add some extra excitement and incentive to this popular event, Bumper to Bumper is sponsoring $1,000 of additional prize money with $250 each going to the Best in Show, the oldest

entrant, the youngest entrant, and the entrant that travelled the farthest!

The added extras at this year’s Show include the always popular Antique Tractor Display brought to you by Dennill’s Agricentre, the larger than life Big-Rig Semi’s brought to you by 857 Mechanical, the fantastic display of Antique Snowmobiles brought to you by Vegreville Mechanical, and the spookier than ever Bone-Wagon Club will be driving their coffin-carriers into town.

Back again this year to add to the grandstand thrills are the Lawn Mower Races, brought to you by Rocky Mountain Equipment. You’ll think they’re crazy the way they speed around in those little mowers, and maybe to drive them you have to be a bit crazy, but moreover, it’s a lot of fun to watch!

The Multiplex (Curling Rink) will again be filled with a Dazzling Display of Amazing Model Railroads, large and small. Family Fun for young and old!

All of this, plus great food and vendors displaying and selling their unique and interesting items, waiting for you and your family at the 23rd Annual Father’s Day Event in Vegreville Sunday June 15th. Hope to see you there - bring a friend or two to see the action!

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Kassian gets council signatures on petition against DST (DST) in Alberta, starting with Vegreville. Kassian’s desire to make Vegreville the little town that stopped the clock from changing was received by coun-

Ruby Kassian made a brief presentation to Town Council on May 26 where she formally explained the purpose of her drive to abolish the custom of Daylight Savings Time

cil, with the majority of members present, including Mayor Hayduk, signing her petition, which when enough signatures are collected, will be presented

to area MLA Jacquie Fenske to take before the Legislature for consideration. (Michael Simpson/Photo)

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Down-home folks open Chef Hog’s concession at Egg Park Rosanne Fortier There’s a trailer that is satisfying appetites around Vegreville Elks/Kinsmen Park. Chef Hog’s concession is a brand new food service to Vegreville. It opened on May 1 and will run until the first week in September.

Curtis Dziwenka and Brenda Spencer are the owners of this venue and their friendly, bubbly, down-home personalities match the food they serve.

“We launched this venue because the park needed a service like this. The food we serve is good food. It’s fresh quality, classic, oldfashioned food.” Brenda said, holding up fresh potatoes. “We use these to make our fries, which are double-

fried. Then when we make poutine, we use real cheese curds. We order fresh bread everyday from local sources.”

Curtis and Brenda both mentioned that cooking and eating are their passions.

“We put a lot of love into cooking the food and we try and improve our food. We’re planning to offer signature chicken hot-wings on Sunday because we change our oil once-a-week. Then we might try lighter dishes.

We would like to have Caesar salads available soon. Children get a little free-zee for free.”

Curtis added that they receive a lot of positive feedback and great support from local residents and people who visit from across

Canada. “There was a local resident who lived in Vegreville all his life and he said that he stops at our venue more than he ever visited the park before. A gentleman, his wife and grandchild who came from Regina, Saskatchewan came to our concession on their visit to Edmonton and on the way back, they said they just had to stop at our concession stand again. Then a couple where the woman was from Manitoba and he was from Quebec said they wanted to try our poutine, which is a familiar dish in Quebec. The man said the gravy was thicker in Quebec but otherwise, it was the same. He really liked our gravy because it is better that it isn’t thick.”

Brenda Spencer and Curtis Dziwenka are the owners of Chef Hog’s Concession which is located at Elks/ Kinsmen Park in Vegreville. Their down-home, bubbly personalities match the food they serve, which is fresh, classic and honest. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Connecting with history at Vegreville’s museum Michael Simpson Editor If you’ve ever wondered just how great the magnitude of Vegreville’s influence on the nation has been, spend some time in the Vegreville Regional Museum this summer – with particular emphasis on the Right Honourable Don Mazankowski wing within the building. The exhibit features a running documentary on “Maz” and his monumental accomplishments as he worked with Prime Ministers to build the nation, first as an area MP, then an opposition critic and finally as Deputy Prime Minister – and that’s just while he was in politics.

Browse a collection of personally autographed photos from notable leaders of our time, see Mazankowski with great historical figures such as Mother

Teresa and the Pope Jean Paul II, study the list of awards earned through a dedicated life of public service, and hear Don speak on what it means to have been in power at a time when Canada was finally forging a fresh direction from under the British Empire’s shadow.

Beyond Maz and the other various historical displays from pioneer days, including a dentist chair from Vegreville’s first dentist, Dr. A.H. Goodwin.

Find out just how many ties to the NHL Vegreville has by walking through the sports hall of fame, have a look at pictures of Ed Kassian and Larry Ruptash from their hockey playing and coaching prime, or tour the grounds and see how the technology of farming has progressed in the past century.

The Don Mazankowski wing is one of the marvels of the Vegreville Regional Museum.The site is a great way to beat the heat of the day,take in some impressive history and fill oneself with lore fit for any dinner conversation with friends and family. (Michael Simpson/Photo)

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St. Mary’s Class of 2014 blazes trails into an unknown future Rosanne Fortier With their sharp, classy and stunning suits and gowns, St. Mary’s Class of 2014 graduates walked on the stage with confidence during St. Mary’s Catholic High School’s graduation ceremony on May 23 at Vegreville Social Centre.

These young citizens are the inspiration for a future that is lined with farmers who grow healthy and bountiful crops, sincere politicians who seek to create a better world, physicians who work tirelessly to cure diseases, teachers who devote time to reach students who need them or whatever vocation they choose, it will be mastered with dedication, peace and love while God guides them throughout life.

Specks of crystals sprinkled the tablecloths. Each of these items was unique, just like these graduates who will leave a distinguish touch on the world similar to the theme they chose for the ceremony, which is a quote by Ralph Emerson, “Do not follow where the path may lead, go instead, where there is no path and make a trail…”

Following opening remarks, St. Mary’s Principal Mr. Ed Kucy, issued a speech. “It is with a tremendous amount of pride that I look at you this evening and celebrate this remarkable achievement of completing your Catholic High School education.

Graduation is so special because it represents a tangible example in our lives of how our dreams become reality.

“As you leave St. Mary’s in varied directions and career paths, you will find yourself in a strange mixture of different people, values and beliefs, always remember that you have the power to transform that environment to make it more just, compassionate, loving and more Christ-like. Never underestimate your ability to create positive change to a new surrounding where you are living and working.

“There are many people and forces who will work to discourage you; keep your focus, remember who you are and stay on your path and never forget that God has a plan for you and He is with you side-by-side every step of your dreams.

Seek to foster within yourself, this attitude of grati-

Mrs. Giebelhaus, Mrs. Michaelchuk and Mrs. Mayko who are the Grad 2014 Advisors gather with the ‘St. Mary’s Class of 2014’ during the graduation ceremony on May 23. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

tude as God has given you all the necessary skills, abilities and drive to obtain your goals.

“It has been our privilege as St. Mary’s staff to support, encourage and assist you in achieving your high school diploma.”

Going forward, Mr. Michael Hauptman, EICS Superintendent, spoke on his greatest thrill. “One of my greatest thrills as a superintendent is to come out to graduation ceremonies because it is a celebration of a community coming together to celebrate the success of our children.

It goes with EICS theme this year, many parts but one body in Christ.

Everything you achieved would not be possible without the great staff at your schools, your parents, pastoral priest who supports us, our community partners and leaders.

“We have to remember as we go through this life, we are going to fall down a lot of times and we are going to get up. But in the life of serving Christ, we have to remember the important thing is to have faith in God, yourself and you will be successful.”

Mrs. Charlene Melenka went on to read the poem, ‘Footprints in the Sand’.

Melenka said that when we look at the hard times in life, we can see God’s hand at work. “I hope that St. Martin’s and St. Mary’s See Story.......................... Page 23

Mr. Ed Kucy, Principal gave an inspiring speech to St. Mary’s Class of 2014 during their graduation ceremony at Vegreville’s Social Centre on May 23. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Mr. Michael Hauptman, EICS Superintendent, gives a speech about how the important thing in life is to have faith in God, and yourself in order to be successful. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Mrs. Charlene Melenka, Vegreville Catholic Trustee spoke about how God is always by our side during the hard times in life.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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VWF archers honed their archery skills on target at 3D shoot Rosanne Fortier Vegreville Wildlife Federation’s archers’ dexterity was as brilliant as the sun when they honed and freshened up their skills at VWF 3rd Annual Outdoor 3D Archery Fun Shoot at Vegreville Shooting Range on May 31 where 102 archers from four to 70 years-old engaged in two

rounds of 24 targets on May 31 and on June 1, they took on one round of 24 targets.

All of the VWF coaches organized this event. James Tracey and Jamie Lowes are the Head Coaches.

Mikyla Miller, one of the coaches explained about this 3D shoot. “Shooters compete against each other with the different classes.

But this is a fun shoot so

Archers of all ages hone their skills at the VWF’s 3rd Annual Outdoor 3D Archery Fun Shoot on May 31 and June 1. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

the scores don’t really matter; it’s just nice to see where you placed.

“This is a family sport that has a lot of enjoyment involved with it. But it is also similar to golf because there is a lot of ethics that goes with this sport. If you stop shooting, you get rusty fast.

“There are 3D shoots or paper shoots in all of Alberta. We have this event to let everyone know that our VWF club is in Vegreville. We want to bring shooters together to learn from each other, socialize, get them active

and outside.

“On June 1, each kid will be presented with a medal from a different class.”

Miller added.

Tracey explained a significant component of this 3D shoot. “This event has an Alberta Bow Hunters Association qualifier. The last shoot is the finale shoot.

Alan Chatten is the 3D Coordinator for ABA and the final shoot is in Dayton Valley.

“VWF wants to express our gratitude to everyone who came out and attended this event, all our sponsors, volunteers and the commu-

nity for their support,” Tracey said. He added that the event is made possible with support from helpful sponsors such as Cutting Edge Hunting Supply, APA Archery, Rhyno Pack, GitR-Done Archery and platinum gold and silver target sponsors.

This event offered a tradeshow, raffle and prizes which included a red HE2 sidewinder which was donated by APA, a rattler from APA, and more. The novelty shoot-off-winner received a recurve bow.

Correction to Fort Sask Fury

In the May 26 issue of the Vegreville News Advertiser, a poor selection was made to highlight the Vegreville Composite High School students who play with the Fort Saskatchewan Fury hockey team, the recent top team in their league in Alberta.The players mentioned were Jade T.,Teagan D., Ashley C. Frances C.,and Hope.P.Further to this,a name was missed,namely,Raychelle C.We apologize for this set of circumstances. On a happy note, players Jade T. and Raychelle C. of the Fort Saskatchewan Fury were selected to play on a national team and recently came home with a proud fourth place finish.

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A.L. Horton’s students jump toward a first-rate life Rosanne Fortier There is a way to make constructive use of children’s restless energy while promoting life-long physical activity.

On May 15, A.L. Horton School hosted Jump Rope for Heart which enticed children to do what they have a natural predisposition for, playing and being active. From this event, $ 4,400 was generated for the ‘Heart and Stroke Foundation’.

Teacher, Gillian Buhler, directed the students to five stations. Each one had individual- skipping and pair-skipping. The couplestations held long ropes for double-dutch or to attempt one-big-long skip. While children were engaged in this activity, they wore large grins as they jumped vigorously.

The Heart & Stroke Jump for Heart program was created in the early eighties. This foundation believes that this program through fundraising and skipping teaches kids’ social responsibility and healthy living habits by maintaining physical fitness on a daily basis.

This is essential because according to Statistics Canada in January 2011, seven percent of children aged five to 17 matched the daily recommended amount of physical activity, which is 60 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity a day.

Lack of exercise can lead to type 2 diabetes, heart disease, fatty liver disease and depression which have been seen in children in recent years.

Physical activity enriches children’s lives in so many ways. It aids learning because it affects cognitive skills, children’s demeanors, and academic behavior. These include enhanced concentration and attention and improved classroom behavior.

If children participate in sports, they feel connected to their peers and gain competence, which are also valuable skills for life.

Mrs. Dyer assists these students with skipping at the Jump Rope for Heart hosted at A.L. Horton School on May 15.

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One station at Jump Rope for Heart at A.L. Horton School held individual skipping where these students jump vigorously.

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Children jump vigorously at each of the five stations during the Jump Rope for Heart hosted at A.L. Horton School on May 15. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

This young girl is doing what she has a natural disposition to do, which is keeping active during the Jump Rope for Heart at A.L. Horton School on May 15.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Vegreville’s United Church annual spring tea Vegreville’s United Church rolled out the green carpet to greet spring with family and friends at the Annual Spring Tea, Book and Bake Sale on May 24. Delicate sandwiches, tea and attractive squares made the afternoon extra home-warming while Georgina Baron added a spring touch with her lovely quilts that were on display. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Shevchenko commemorated at 41st Pysanka Festival Performers and vendors are being confirmed as the Vegreville Cult ural Association plans for the 41st Annual Ukrainian

Pysanka Festival on July 46th. This year the Festival commemorates 200 years of the most famous Ukrainian poet and artist, Taras

Shevchenko (1814-1861).

Shevchenko became a world renowned Ukrainian poet, writer artist and folklorist.

He painted pictures of the

people he loved so much, and wrote poems about their suffering. 200 years after his birth, people all over the world read his

poetry and are moved and strengthened by his words.

Plan to attend this year’s Festival to see Taras Shevchenko displays, hear students recite his poetry,

and hear Oleksandr Pankieiev (on behalf of the Kule Folklore Centre) speak on Shevchenko, the artist.

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Blast from the past Holden Historical Society President and Museum Curator Dave Maruszeczka poses behind the counter that once belonged to the general store in historic Holden known as “Johnson and Hurum.” Maruszeczka’s group hosted a grand opening for the Holden museum on May 24, firing up the Piche oven and making some old fashioned Ukrainian bread for patrons who came out. The Museum is also adding some new military history related

items to its displays this year. The Holden Museum is open on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m. just east of the Village cenotaph. The upper room features a fully functioning Freemasons lodge which is still used today by local masons in the area. The museum also features a vintage barber chair, early days jail cell, pioneer store, old time kitchen and more. See for yourself on weekends.

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Schools have given you the faith to continue to recognize the Lord whether He is beside you or when He is carrying you. You may falter in your beliefs, you may struggle in your journey towards Christ but the Lord will always be with you in your life’s path. On behalf of EICS, I congratulate this Class of 2014 and wish you all well on the paths you choose.”

Mayor Myron Hayduk told the graduates to never give up hope and to believe in themselves. “We need all aspects of trades and professionals, so no matter what you do, choose a profession you enjoy.

“Family is important.

Your faith in God will help pull you through life.

“Remember to always treat people the way you want to be treated, whatever you do, take pride in it and do it to the best of your ability and you will never go wrong.”

Vice Principal Mr. Jim Salisbury presented the introduction of graduates.

Kestrel Damato and Hailey Kucher offered a

tribute to the parents where they mentioned that the parents have been very important in their academic’s development where they taught them to stick it out even when things get tough. “Our parents have given us the foundation to be good students. They help us to be successful in all aspects of life. Parents have the responsibility to let their teenagers know they are worth more than their grades, to encourage them to grow as young adults, to allow them to make their own choices and support them in their decisions. Our parents help us gain confidence in ourselves by encouraging us to try new things, pursue our interests, even if it means failure at first. The most important thing our parents do is gives us unconditional love and support.”

The parents gave a response where they congratulated the students for all they have achieved. “It seems like life flies by so quickly. Don’t take life lightly. It’s special and sacred. St. Mary’s is a Catholic school that

stresses that Jesus loves you and is with us always.”

Ashley Bicknell and Amber Feschuk gave a tribute to the teachers.

“Teachers help us grow into the people who we are today. Today, we recognize the great sacrifices our teachers made for us. We would like to thank the staff at St. Mary’s for giving us such wonderful memories and encouraging us to try our best and always being there when we needed them the most.

[Teachers] have accepted our shortcomings with humor and forgiven our many wrongs and never turned anyone away who was looking for help or advice. They have given us their love and we cannot ask for more, thank you.

The evening went forward with a class history presentation by Kaitlin Clough, Taryn Kosteriva, Chantal Piat, and Melissa Wheatley, Valedictorian’s message by Kaylynn Yaremko, Val Sweeting, special guest issued a

speech and then there was the handing down of school colours and candle

by Rachel Melenka to Carly Schultz and Brynn Weinkauf.

The graduates who are our promise for a brilliant tomorrow are Alison Baronic, Grayson Bentley, Landon Berezanski, Ashley Bicknell, Chase Br u n e t , Ja c l y n Cherniawsky, Kaitlin Clough, Kolby Corbett, Brooke-Lynn Curran, Kestrel Damato, Mark Deal, John Eleniak, Amber Feschuk, Gunnar Gillis, Keyton Hauca, Makayla Hollman, Michael Huijsink, Taryn Kosteriva, Hailey Kucher, Daniel Lastiwka, Levi Leitch, McKenna Makowecki, Rachel Mayko, Rachael Melenka, Cody Perlik, Tristen Pesaruk, Chantal Piat, Jonathan Stefaniuk, Kelsey Svitich, Denton Tatarin, Logan Tatarin, Katlynn Urichuk, Austin Warawa, Ethan Wessel, Melissa Wheatley, Kaylynn Yaremko, Eric Yuckim.

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STEALTH BIN PRODUCTS GOEBEL BINS, WESTEEL, 14FT HOPPERS. Sheldon 587-280-0239 or Wayne 780-632-0455.

HEALTH &

2000 Windstar. Ex. engine & transmission. Body damage. For parts $750. 780-922-5999 2004 Montana. Fully loaded, clean inside, 130,000kms. $4250. 780922-5999.

1978 Mercedes 280. 4dr. Like new.

145,000kms only. $3600. 780-9225999.

Viagra 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 40 Pills + 10 FREE. SPECIAL $99.00 100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping!

24/7 CALL NOW! 1-888-223-8818

HELP WANTED

Farm land for sale- Rural life style/ hobby farm. ¼ or 80 acres SW of Vegreville. Excellent yard and buildings. Property is listed. Swan City 1-780-385-0631.

FEED Highland Feeders is purchasing feed barley. Please call the office at 780-768-2466.

Advertise your rental property here for as little as $7.95 per week!

3 Bdrm House. Attached garage. 5 appl. Vegreville. $1100/mo. N/S N/P 780-632-9835 after 7 pm.

Vegreville- Big house. Nicely renovated. 3 bdrm. 2 living rooms. 2 full bath. Small Yard. $1000/mo. 778755-1313 2 bed. Home for rent. N/S N/P. Call 780-218-2278.

Pasture land for sale: NE ¼ - 5511- W4. 161 acres $320,000. SE ¼- 4- 55- 11- W4. 150.65 Acres 295,000. RR 113 TWP RD 550 near Ranwach Community pasture. In Two Hills county. Call Norman Hill @ 780-449-5622. www.hillrealty. ca

LAWN & GARDEN SPRUCE TREES Up to 24”- $1 each. Taller ones and planting services (including tree spade) available. Call 780-6322278 for info (Leave Message) I will haul top soil in your area. $4.75 per load. 780-991-7568 or 780449-4396

Vegreville Older 3 bdrm c/w single garage & heated shop area. Ex. Cond. Close to downtown & elementary school. $159,900. Call 780632-6330 or 780-632-3165.

Lawn tractor, 15 HP, 46” Cut $450.

Power lawn vacuum, for lawns & leaves. $475. PH: 780-632-3265

House in Vegreville. 2 Bdrm Bungalow. Nice corner lot. Lots of fruit tree’s. $78,000.

780-2318326, 780-801-2616 or 780-4743218.

Reduced. Attractive. Renovated 2 Bdrm. Developed basement with 3 rooms. 2 garages. $110,000. 780603-2085

HOUSEHOLD

LIVESTOCK Quiet 2 year old & yearling Black Angus Bulls. Black Baldie Bulls available. Semen Tested. PH: 780632-1104 or 780-632-1961 For Sale: Grain Fed finished Holstein steers. Call 780-336-6041 For Sale: Saler Bulls. Tan, white, red, black. Scattered Spruce Salers PH: 780-768-2284

Birch twin bunk beds, mattress, dresser/hutch, newer $950 780632-4950

FOR SALE Yearling & 2 year old Red Angus Bulls, Purebred Registered & Semen Tested. brownaltafarms.com Leroy 780-768-2313

“Wanted Experienced Class 1 Drivers to work full time/ Year Round & Locally. 5 Days a week.

Weekends off. Employer paid benefits package available. Call Richard at Hammer Gravel Supplies Ltd. In Viking at 780-336-3232 or cell 780336-5030.

Apartment sized solid maple table & chairs. New condition. $75.00.

780-603-2085.

For sale Black Angus Bulls. Call for details. Great prices. 780-7682105

Emerson, 8,000 BTU’s, Window, air conditioner, newer, remote. $200.00. 780-632-4950

Reliable yard helper for trimming, sweeping, weeding; 1-2 days a week. Call Terry 780-632-7276 P/T Workers for Hansel & Gretel’s Berry Farm. 780-632-3286

For Sale. Quantity of used barb wire, and pressure treated post. 1-780768-2173. Hairy Hill.

LOTS Looking for service lot to rent or rent-to-own. 780-603-5372

MECHANICAL Cylinder head rebuilding equipment. Terry 780-632-1048

MACHINERY IH 15 ½ VIBRA. $500. Shank. Nice shape. 780-896-2181

$1000 WEEKLY PAID IN ADVANCE!!! mailing brochures or typing ads for our company. FREE Supplies! PT/FT. No Experience Needed! www.HelpMailingBrochures. com

For Sale: 32in. Amana Refrigerator off white. Freezer on bottom. $50.00. 780-632-6859.

LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT

SALE

EFFECTS

FARMLAND Family farm operation looking to purchase or rent grain land. Ph: 780-632-4228

3bdrm Mobile Home w/porch. 780632-1551

HOMES FOR CUSTOM BIN MOVING 14’-19’ Hopper/Bins with/without floors.

Wayne © 780-632-0455 (H) 780658-2433

FITNESS PORTABLE VIBRATORY GRIZZLY. Screens sand soil, rock, compost, wood debris & more. 1/8” -4” mesh, no maintenance, operates on 110v.

Full package, $4695; base price $3295. www.SoilScreener.net 509842-4908

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LAND FOR SALE

Registered polled Hereford yearling bulls, guaranteed breeders.

Reasonably priced. PMO Polled Herefords. Paul Dinisyk 780-3362675.

2001 NH 688 Baler. 6448 Bales, Bale Command 1000 PTO, 780663-3841 Snow blower Allied C73 3PH. Rototiller Howard 50” 3PH. Hay Rake JD Mod 640. Water tank on wheels 160 gal. Tailgate for 1992 Ford like new. Plow 2 bottom Ford 3PH. Fuel tanks 1000gal, 500gal w/stand. Canopy 8ft Ford 1975.

780-632-0164

MISC. TOP CASH PAID FOR OLD GUITARS! 1920’s thru 1980’s.

Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch.

Epiphone, Guild, Mosrite, Rickenbacker, Prairie State, D’Angelico, Stromberg, and Gibson Mandolins/Banjos.1-800-401-0440 WA NTED J A PA N E S E MOTORCYCLES 1967-1982 ONLY K AWASAKI Z1-900, KZ900, KZ1000, Z1R, KZ1000MKII, W1650,H1-500, H2-750, S1-250, S2350, S3-400 Suzuki, GS400, GT380, Honda CB750 (1969-1976) CASH. 1-800-772-1142, 1-310-7210726 usa@classicrunners.com

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TO GIVE AWAY

DISH TV Retailer. Starting at $19.99/month (for 12 mos.) & High Speed Internet starting at $14.95/ month (where available.) SAVE! Ask about SAME DAY Instillation!

CALL Now! 1-800-615-4064 Fence posts: 4” to 5” 6ft. New. $3.50, 3” 6ft. Used. $2.50; 2: 16ft. new steel gates. 1 heavy & 1 light.

780-896-2181 OLD GUTARS WANTED!! Gibson, Martin, Fender, Gretsch. 19301980. Top Dollar paid!! Call Toll Free 1-866-433-8277

PERSONAL Will a God love really TORTURE people throughout eternity? Will the fire of Hell even burn the wickedness out of sinners. Helltruth.com or call 632-3746.

SEED

To Give Away: Lilac trees and shrubs. 780-768-2460 To give away: Litter trained kittens.

780-632-7174.

5 Border Collie Pups born Apr 14.

780-366-2158 after 6pm.

9wk. old litter trained kittens. Mother is good mouser. 780-688-2044 call after 5:30pm.

TIRES 4-17” rims/ all-season tires. 20% worn. 780-658-2212

TRAILERS 35’ Big Horn 5th Wheel. Excellent condition. 3 slides. King bed, sofa bed, 2 recliners, w/d, air, new awning, tires like new. Much more.

Call: 780-603-7737

20 Acres. $0 Down, Only $119/mo.

Seed oats for sale. Early green feed variety. 780-768-2426 or 780-2082446.

TRUCKS

Seed oats for sale. 3 common varieties. 780-768-2151

1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab. For parts. $650. 780-922-5999

Newer common HRS Wheat variety, two milling varieties of common oats, two varieties of two row common feed barley. Good germination. Call Randy at 780-592-2259 or 780-2085000.

2002 GMC 4x4 HD ¾ ton Service Truck 340k $3500 780-922-5999

SERVICES

1985 F350 Dually. Extra long flat deck, $1600. 780-922-5999 1997 Ford 7.3 Diesel, 4 x 4, missing transmission. Nice deck, $2800.

780-922-5999 2000 Dodge Dakota V8 4x4 Farm Truck. $1,600. 780-922-5999.

2009 GMC Sierra 1500, ½ ton, 2 WD, Stealth grey, extended cab, 5.3 L, auto, AC, 6’ 6” box, canopy, SS RBs, 100,000kmms. Asking $16500 OBO Ph: 780-922-5521 2006 INT EAGLE- 9900 I. 565 ISX- 18 Speed. 46 DIFF. Bunk & Engine ESBER Heater. 60 INCH Bunk. Fridge, Micro, TV, DVD, Power Invertor. Cabinet style head ace rack. Chains, Straps & Boomers. $40,000 OBO. 780-5920004

WANTED

Block 1x2 Dave’s Manure Hauling

CARBON CREDITS ~Attention Farmers~ Not Completed? Call Today! 780-603-0630 Crystal Don’t throw out unwanted saleable furniture. Drop off at Consignment Centre 52 St and 52 Ave 780-6324141 Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

BLOCK 1x1 780-632-0049

Angela Residential & Small Office Cleaning. Specializing in move in, move out cleans. Reliable, insured, bondable. Senior rate available. Please call Angela at 780-603-5418

SPORTING 20 Acres. $0 Down, Only $119/mo.

15ft Fiber glass boat, comes with its own trailer. 45 HP mercury motor. $850. 780-688-3350

Old Canadian & US Silver Coins wanted. 1967 & older Canadian coins. 1966 & older US coins. Will pay 5 times face value. Call Steve at 780-632-2753

Wintering Site Assessment and Design Tool Agri-News The Wintering Site Assessment and Design Tool assists producers in identify

the environmental risks associated with their in-field wintering sites. This tool evaluates five main wintering site factors: site characteristics, feeding strategies, bedding and shelter management, water source management and postwintering site management.

Before each spring, farmers have to consider their wintering site location and runoff.

The greatest environmental risk from wintering sites is the potential of water contamination from runoff carrying nutrients, pathogens and sediments. Under the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA), wintering sites must be located at least 30 meters away from a common body of water. If this cannot be achieved, the operator must have either designed the site to divert runoff away from the common body of water or move the accumulated manure and bedding to an appropriate location away from the common body of water prior to the runoff event. Vegetative buffers are very ineffective when it comes to spring runoff because vegetation is dormant and the soil is frozen.

“This is a great tool for farmers to evaluate their wintering site,” says Dennis Lastuka, senior conservation technician with Agriculture and AgriFood Canada, and the lead in the development of this tool.

“Not only does it look at potential risks, it also provides beneficial management practice (BMP) options to address these risks. So over the sum-

mer if producers want to address these risks they can apply to the Growing Forward 2 (GF2) On-Farm Stewardship Program.”

The GF2 On-Farm Stewardship program provides producers access to funding to implement projects and management practices. Producers can apply for multiple projects under the program with a maximum matching grant of $50,000 for each producer. In the grazing management category, year-round/portable watering systems and portable shelters/windbreaks are two types of cost-shared projects available for producers. The GF2 program opened in April 2013, and will close on or before March 2018, depending on funding availability.

To be eligible for the program, producers must be actively operating in Alberta and must have completed an Alberta Environmental Farm Plan. An application for each project must be submitted and approved before any work begins or project materials are purchased.

For more information and application forms, go to the On-Farm Stewardship Section on the Alberta Growing Forward 2 website or contact the Ag-Info Centre at 310FARM (3276).

For a copy of the Wintering Site Assessment and Design Tool, call Alberta Agriculture & Rural Development’s publication office toll-free at 1-800292-5697.

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The Vegreville Kinsmen Club meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at Vegreville Golf Course.

Serving the communities greatest needs and making long lasting friendships is our goal. To join or for more information on our club contact Mike Webb 780-632-2666 Are you or someone you know living with a Brain Injury? We can help! The Alberta Brain Injury Initiative provides support, coordination and education for brain injury survivors and their families. For more information on our free services call 1-866-645-3900 Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish and Game Association) Please check website VWF.ca Email vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com V.A.L.I.D. (Vegreville Association for Living in Dignity) provides a variety of programs and services to persons with disabilities. For more information and assistance please call 632-2418.

Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July & August. Meetings are held in EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM (St. Joseph’s Hospital) at 7:00p.m. Call 780-632-6323 Tofield AA Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m. Open meeting every 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893 AWANA - a Christian club for boys and girls age 3 to grade 6. Meets Thursdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Now meeting in the Alliance Church’s new building at 4606-55 Ave.Call 6322261 for more information.

Interested in joining Ukrainain singing group. 1 day a week, Starting February 2008 PH: 632-4691 after 6:00pm Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at Elks Hall. Contact HRL Shirley Preuss 780-632-3565 or secretary Leah Henderson 780632-6565.

Blessing Windows/Single Sisters meet first Wednesday 2:00 pm at the Senior Citizens Sunshine Club.

Contact Hilda 587-280-2444

Vegreville Regional Museum Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development, chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame. Open Year Round. June-Aug Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 1-5. Sept-May phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www.vegreville.com (780)632-7650

Vegreville Ambassador Program Visiting? Considering a move here?

New in Town? For anyone who wants information on the community - events, services, facilities -- we’ve got the solution! Vegreville’s “Ambassadors” are trained volunteers eager to show you their Town.

To book a complimentary tour, customized to suit your needs, please call 632-2771.

HISTORICAL VILLAGE & PIONEER MUSEUM AT SHANDRO - located on Hwy 857, midway between Hwy 45 and 28, north of Willingdon. A proud partner of the Kalyna Country Ecomuseum, this open air museum features fourteen major buildings and artifacts from 1900 - 1930. Hours of Operation: Canada Day weekend to Labour Day Weekend, Thurs - Monday from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday. For more information 780-603-1198. Admission

by Donation.

Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi Purpose Room 8:00 p.m. Wednesday nights.

Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services,community funded agency - Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Out patient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling. Office Hrs. - Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone 632-6617.

Vegreville Community Daycare is a licensed facility for children ages 13 months to school age. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Mon-Fri. The Daycare has been in operation since 1990 & is run as a not-for-profit organization. To register, or for more information contact Carol Metz at the Daycare at 603-4417 Vegreville Peace Park Bookings – Please call John Sawiak 780-6323208 The Vegreville Food Bank is located in the Vegreville Pentecostal Church at 4615 - Maple Street and is open Tuesday mornings 10 am - 12 pm July & August only & Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10 am - 12 pm September to June. Phone 632-6002 The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 6327070.

UCWLC Meetings to be held every third Thursday of each month at Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7 p.m. in Vegreville.

Blessing Widows/Single Sisters meet first Wednesday 2:00 pm at the Senior Citizens Sunshine Club.

Contact Hilda 587 280-2444.

The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets every 3nd Wednesday of the month. Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and to get in the community. For more information, please call 632-2848.

VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math and speaking English).

Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting.

Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program.

Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780632-7920 for more information.

Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club every Monday & Thursday. 55+ Vegreville Flying Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Terminal Building.

OIL WIVES CLUB OF VEGREVILLE: A smile, A handclasp, A word of welcome, Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around for over 60 years. We are here for any woman whose partner (or she herself) is involved with in any way in the Oil & Gas Industry. We meet once a month to foster friendship. Please call Ellen @ 780-632-4922 or Cheryl @ 780657-2341 for more information.

VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills.

Phone: 632-7920 for interviews.

Everyone is Welcome Prayer House 5729-44A st. Veg. North of St. Joseph Hospital come and share your testimony and hear the gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise.

Every Sunday at 10:30 AM. Also I will pray for the sick believing in God for the answer. But God commandeth his Love toward us, in that, while, we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

RO. 5:8 New hope church of God, Edmonton c. for the Nations Int.Veg. Doing God work together for yor good. J. Abelar. Ph. 632-2843 Heads Up for AA meet at Vegreville Hospital Every Wednesday at 8:00pm 3rd Floor.

The Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club invites you to share your interests and ideas in classic & antique vehicles. Join us for our monthly meetings held the 1st Wednesday of the month (except January & August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Museum. It is not necessary to own a vehicle. PH: George 632-7729 or Orest 632-3495 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Mary 603-7783 Vegreville RC Flyers Clubmonthly meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Johns Lutheran Church basement, 4513 Maple ST. Anyone interested in radio controlled flying is welcome to attend. Contact Fred 658-2664, Perry 688-3542 The Vegreville Multicultural Melodiants Entertain every 1st Wednesday at Vegreville Care Centre at 6:00pm, 2nd Wednesday at Heritage House at 6:30 pm, 3rd Wednesday at Homestead Lodge at 6:00 pm and every last Friday at Vegreville Manor at 7:00pm. “Do not sing duing the months of July & August” Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St Vegreville. For more information call Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418 Notice - Effective immediately the Wigmak Alanon Family Group has closed it’s doors. Contact Number 780-275-0054

June 9, 2014

CARD OF THANKS Thank You I would like to thank everyone who sent cards of sympathy, prayers and visits for the loss of my precious Grandson, Sheldon Radzick.

God Bless you all.

Emilie Lucyk BEAUDETTE The family of the late David Beaudette would like to extend a sincere thank you to our family and friends for all the prayers, flowers, food, phone calls, cards, donations and attending David’s funeral.

Thank you Gordon and Patti, Autumn Rose funeral home for your compassion and guidance. Thank you Dr. Strydom for your sincere care and compassion provided during David’s illness. Thank you Father Michael Schumacher for the funeral mass and the community of St. Martin’s church for all the prayers. Thank you Rose Kisilevich, RDM Catering for the beautiful lunch. A very special thank you to Dorothy & Terry Warawa & Sister Theresa Beaudette for all their help and support through these difficult times.

David will be forever loved and greatly missed by his family, coworkers and friends.

Joan; Darcy, Sandra, Liam & Hannah; Tracy, Brittney, Daylan; & Tyler.

EWANCHUK, John In loving memory of John Ewanchuk who passed away April 27, 2014.

40 days ago God opened the gate to heaven and looked around His garden and found an empty space.

Then He looked upon this earth and saw John’s tired face, God called his name so softly, That only John could hear, He knew you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew you may never get well.

Upon this earth again, So He closed your eyes and Said come with me as I will Fill you heart with peace and Keep you in my care, As now I will close the gate To heaven, leaving precious Memories behind.

Remembered and sadly missed by, wife Olga.

ROBERT, Hector June 11, 2007

MEMORIAM

Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn. Regular meetings, held every last tuesday off each month (excluding July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room Everyone Welcome.

Memories Keep You Forever in Our Hearts Gayla, Keith, Trevor and Meghan

New to town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomer’s potluck lunch. 12-1pm. Bring a friend! Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-632-3966 for locations & info.

AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:30pm.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Starting September 11, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church.

780-632-7433 or 780-658-2670.

New to Town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomers potluck lunch 12-1pm. Bring a friend!

Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-3855936 for locations & info.

SIRACKY, Joseph In loving memory of our husband, father and Gido who passed away June 9, 1996.

Eighteen years have passed since that sad day, when one we loved was called away.

We think in silence and often speak your name, and now all we have are memories and your picture in a frame.

Lovingly remembered by your wife Jeannie, children, grandchildren.

Wednesday – 341 Mundare Royal Canadian Air Cadets FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up! Wednesday evenings 6:309:00pm through the school year.

Youth 12-18 years welcome. Call 341 Squadron at 780-764-2341.

Visit us at www.cadets.ca or www. aircadetleague.com

LEWITSKI, Peter In loving memory of our dear son and brother Peter, who passed away June 8, 1979.

A prayer God gave us a wonderful son and brother, He was one who never grew old; God made his smile as the sunshine He made his heart of pure gold He is gone, but memory lingers In the hearts that knew his smile.

We loved you Peter, but God loved you best Sleep on, dear son, and take your rest.

Sadly missed and always remembered by dad, mom, sister and brother in law, brother and sister-inlaw and families.

MOROZIUK, Victoria February 17, 1935- June 15, 2010 Wonderful Mother, Woman and Baba, Who is better God never made; A wonderful worker, So loyal and true. one in a million, That Mother was you.

Just in your judgment, Always right; Honest and liberal, Ever upright; Loved by all your friends and all whom you knew.

Our wonderful Mother, That Mother was you.

The Moroziuk Family.

OBITUARY WIWAD, John May 4, 1923 – June 4, 2014 On Wednesday, June 4, 2014, John Wiwad of Andrew, Alberta formerly of Hairy Hill passed away at the age of 91 years.

John is survived by his siblings Mary Forsythe of Brandon, MB., Lena (Ed) Dzenick of Edmonton, Sophie Berg of Surrey, B.C., Gladys Ostashek of Andrew and Donald (Joanne) of Vegreville; one sister in law Carol Wiwat of Stony Plain; along with numerous nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his parents, William and Sandra Wiwad; his brothers Steve, Sandy, Metro, Orest and Peter; brothers in law Mac Forsythe, Stu Berg and Metro Ostashek.

A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, June 9, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church – Sunland (North of Hwy #45 to Rge Rd 161 and travel north to Twp Rd 580) with Very Reverend Nikolai Nikolaev officiating. Interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Vegreville Transportation Services Society.”

Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,780-603-5800.

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Johnson: Curriculum criticism doesn’t add up TUPECHKA, Jerry John On June 1st, 2014, Jerry John Tupechka of Vegreville passed away peacefully at the age of 77 after a brief battle with cancer.

He is lovingly remembered by his son, Rick of Edmonton, daughter Tammy (Jamie) of Port Coquitlam, BC, five grandchildren ; Chantelle, Ashley, Kristi, Kierra, Carson, his sister Shirley Chilibecki, sister-inlaw Lorraine, as well as numerous relatives and friends.

Jerry was predeceased by his wife Marjorie in 1989, his parents Andrew and Mary, his sister Violet and brother Albert.

A memorial gathering will be held on June 11th at 2:00pm at the Mundare Rec Centre.

Jerry’s final resting place will be with his wife Marjorie in the Garden of Memories at Evergreen Memorial Gardens, Edmonton on June 12th at 2:00pm.

In lieu of flowers or donations the family requests that you approach those important to you, give them a hug and tell them you love them.

To sign the book of condolences and to share memories, please visit www.evergreenmemorial.com.

STOYKO Larry Eugene Stoyko passed away at Didsbury on Sunday, June 1 at the age of 63.

Larry was born in Mannville, Alberta, on April 8, 1951. He was the first of five boys, and his close relationships with his brothers gave him a special joy. He had many fond memories of life on the farm as a young boy, playing with his brothers and his dog. He was a keen student and graduated from St. Jerome’s High School in Vermilion in 1969 and went on to earn a bachelors degree in Honours Math from the University of Alberta in 1973. He then went on to medical school and graduated as a doctor from the University of Alberta in 1977. Larry interned at Pasque Hospital in Regina, SK. When he returned to Alberta, he took a second year of internship at the Royal Alexandra Hospital in Edmonton. He started working as a physician in Vegreville from 1983 until 2003. Larry worked as a physician for the Federal Department of Veterans Affairs 2003 to 2006. Larry and Olga were good friends in high school and started dating while attending university in Edmonton. They dated for three years before getting married in Derwent on September 30, 1972.

Olga worked as a teacher while Larry attended medical school, and then stayed home with their two daughters while Larry built his medical practice, first in Regina, Borden, then in Vegreville. Larry was passionate about caring for others and worked tirelessly to care for his immediate family, his patients and his extended family. He was always a religious man, and enjoyed spirituality, philosophy and meditation. He was interested in learning, and was widely read and travelled around the world when his responsibilities allowed. He loved nothing more than a long, deep conversation with an opportunity for a good debate or heartfelt talk. His last wish was for all his family and friends to take care of each other.

Larry is survived by his loving wife Olga (nee Starko) of 41 years. Larry is lovingly remembered by his parents Walter and Jean Stoyko of Vermilion, daughters Carrie (Oliver) Youzwishen and Gillian (Mark) Lawson of Calgary, and his three grandsons: John, William and Archer. He will be dearly missed by his brothers Alan (Jocelyn) Stoyko of Vegreville, Brian (Kim) Stoyko of Vermilion, David (Lorraine) Stoyko of Vegreville and James (Roxanne) Stoyko of Vegreville. He is also survived by numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews. Funeral Mass was held at Holy Trinity Parish in Vegreville on Saturday, June 7, 2014 with Father Daniel Wach officiating. Interment followed at Vermilion Catholic Cemetery with Father Hupolo officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association.

Heartland Funeral Services Ltd., Olds entrusted with arrangements. 403-507-8610 www. heartlandfuneralservices.com

Jeff Johnson Alberta’s Minister of Education Recently, much has been made of the government’s efforts to ensure that Alberta’s curriculum is more responsive to the many different ways in which students learn.

As Alberta’s Minister of Education, I feel parents deserve to hear directly from me about my ministry’s efforts to make the provincial curriculum better suited for a fast-moving and changing global environment.

Along with being the minister, I’m also a father of three children in the education system, and I too have experienced some of the frustrations expressed by parents in recent weeks.

This is why I believe it is important for me to set the record straight about the reforms currently underway.

I understand why some parents would be concerned with the notion that the mastery of the “basics” – skills such as arithmetic and reading – will play a less important role in the new curriculum than they did before. If this were the case, I would be concerned as well. But fortunately, nothing could be further from the truth.

I wish to assure parents and students that these basic skills will serve as the

foundation and starting point of every change made to the curriculum. What they won’t be is the end point. Through inquirybased learning, we’ll build upon these basic, foundational skills by developing additional competencies that the business community and parents tell us are so critical.

The conventional method of teaching core concepts, whereby students rely heavily on memorization, versus a more engaged, inquirybased method are not mutually exclusive approaches to education. In fact, I believe it is crucial that we develop a curriculum that uses the best of both approaches.

However, surviving on mere memorization is a thing of the past. The modern economy demands creativity and problem solving, the application of critical thinking and an ability to

collaborate and communicate - skills which lie at the heart of Alberta’s curriculum redesign process.

Top performing education jurisdictions, like Alberta, have increased their focus on these 21st century skills.

We can’t ignore that without strong abilities in these areas, our kids will be left behind.

But we also can’t ignore the concerns of parents.

This is why we are responding in a thoughtful and collaborative manner. The redesign process is being led by parents, employers, teachers, students and school authorities, all of whom are working together over the next two years to develop a curriculum that successfully weaves new competencies in with core skills like numeracy and literacy. Doing so will help reinforce literacy and numeracy across all subjects

and better focus content that has ballooned to approximately 1400 outcomes our teachers are expected to cover.

Despite recent criticism, parents should know and take comfort in the fact that according to the most recent international tests our K-12 students remain at the top of international rankings.

Alberta’s overall results are tremendously positive. Out of the 74 jurisdictions from around the world that took part in the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) survey, Alberta ranked 11th in math, 5th in reading, and 4th in science. Of particular note is that Alberta’s 15 year olds are significantly outperforming Alberta’s adults in these OECD rankings.

Our strength and performance internationally is due in part to Alberta’s willingness to continually adapt.

This year is a great example.

In response to years of consultation and research, under premier Redford, we recently launched some groundbreaking initiatives.

The new Duel Crediting program, for instance, blurs lines between K-12, postsecondary and industry credentialing. The High School Flexibility Program empowers teachers to customize learning to better address individual student

need. By eliminating PAT’s and implementing a more robust standardized assessment at the start of the school year, we will provide parents and teachers with better information on how to tailor each child’s education plan going forward and measure improvement throughout the year.

Curriculum needs to evolve as well. The days of a small group of educators taking 10 years to review curriculum by subject are long over.

We need to be more nimble and create curriculum that is more in tune with the local community and economy. Our curriculum must allow for creativity and excellence in teaching to shine through. We must embrace the individuality of the learner and ensure subject experts are teaching our kids. In short, our curriculum must become more relevant.

We’ve been asked to listen and that’s exactly what we’re doing. But the truth is that Alberta is at the top because we have not been afraid to take action. I won’t apologize for putting the success of our children first but I also commit to listening in order to get it right.

At the end of the day we must ask ourselves, are we preparing our children for their future or for our past?

Jeff Johnson is Alberta’s Minister of Education

Corner Arm Centre Pivot Irrigation Systems Reduce Energy Consumption Agri-News A recent study at the Agricultural Technology Centre concludes that producers with corner arm centre pivot irrigation systems can reduce their energy consumption by 30 to 40 per cent if a variable frequency drive (VFD) is added to the motor used to power the water pump.

“Corner arms on centre pivots swing out to water corners and are preferred by producers because the entire quarter section field can be farmed,” says Lawrence Papworth, project engineer, Agricultural Technolog y Cent re, Lethbridge. “The water flow for the pivot varies from 700 to 1200 gallons per minute (gpm) because the flow to the corner arm shuts off when not needed. Motor and pumps are sized to deliver the 1200 gpm and when the flow is reduced the extra water pressure is wasted. A VFD slows the motor down to match the pressure and flow required by the system. This results in energy savings when the water f low to the corner arm is reduced or shut off.”

The study, conducted in 2012, looked at several variables to determine the energy

savings of using a VFD with a corner arm irrigation system.

The variables were rolling and level terrain, turbine and centrifugal pump and location of the pressure sensor.

“Energy savings were 30 per cent on level land and 40 per cent on rolling terrain if the pressure sensor was located on the corner arm,” says Papworth.

Pressure sensors are typically located near the motor and connected with a wire. Energy savings were very low when the pressure sensor was located near the pump. A wireless system was used to connect the pressure sensor when it was located on the corner arm.

“Modern pivots use low pressure nozzles so keeping the pressure low at the corner arm saves the most energy,” says Papworth. “There was no difference in energy savings between turbine and centrifugal pumps. These energy savings results in reduced costs of $2,200 per year on level land and $2,800 per year on rolling terrain based on applying 12 inches of water per year and a power cost of $0.16 per kWh.” Funding for this CanadaAlberta cost-shared project

was provided by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Flexibility Fund, as part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan.

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VNA is going places Vegreville News Advertiser Editor and Town Councillor Michael Simpson made sure to take a copy of the local newspaper with him on his travels to Niagara Falls for a conference.We’d love to see pictures of our beloved community newspaper going places with our readers, so be sure to grab a copy to take with you on your vacation, snap a selfie with it and send it in! (Michael Simpson/Photo)

It’s better in the Bahamas!

My wife and I recently spent a week in the Bahamas on Paradise Island and New Providence (Nassau) Island.

The Bahamas Tourism motto, “It’s better in the Bahamas” is so true. What a beautiful group of islands

inhabited by friendly, gracious people.

Known as the Paradise of the Caribbean, the Islands

that make up the Bahamas an easy walk from downare rich in history and natu- town Nassau offers all the ral beauty. The Bahamas are local flavour and cuisine you a tropical archipelago can imagine, seafood anystretching over 100,000 one? On the horizon in 2015 is the anticisquare miles. Of pated opening of the over 25 inhabthe stunning Baha ited islands the Mar complex most prominent are which will be New Providence known as the and Paradise Bahamian Riviera.

Island.

TRAVEL Crossing the The capital Nassau DESTINATIONS bridge to neighis located on New Rick Rutter VEGREVILLE TRAVEL SERVICES bouring Paradise Providence Island.

Island you will Nearby is the famous Paradise Island, find unparalleled luxurious accessible by bridge. Nassau resorts, glittering casinos has been the bustling hub of and exciting nightlife. Once the Bahamas since the ship a sleepy and underdeveloped wrecking days of the leg- destination, it has been endary pirate Blackbeard. transformed into one of the Prized for its sheltered har- most glamorous and celebour, the city has made his- brated resort centres of the tory and preserved it beauti- world. This is where you fully. The glorious past is find Atlantis Resort with found in Victorian man- the world’s largest open-air sions, cathedrals, 18th cen- marine habitat which tury fortresses and a Queen’s includes a 170 acre waterstaircase whose 66 steps lead scape of aquariums, waterto a breath taking view. If falls, grottos and a shark and it’s local f lavour you are ray filled lagoon. Even if after, Nassau’s shopping is you are not staying at easily accessible by reliable Atlantis you can purchase bus or affordable taxi. You passes to the aquariums or will find everything from water parks or dolphin swim Gucci and Armani to the area. Entry to the world Straw Market with its 400 famous Casino, night clubs vendors. Junkanoo Beach, and restaurants is free.

Atlantis, itself is not an all inclusive resort. We took the opportunity to take a relaxing stroll through the island to find the Cloisters, a quiet and reflective park that is part of a restored French monastery.

Enjoy pure relaxation on the immaculate white sand beaches framed by crystal clear turquoise water. We spent our beach time on Cabbage Beach (Paradise Island) and Cable Beach (New Providence) while the locals also suggest Orange Hill beach as a close favorite. Make a day trip to experience the pink sand of the famous Pink Sand Beach on Harbour Island.

The ocean water surrounding the Islands of the Bahamas is incredible in its variety of hues and its clarity.

You can easily spot dolphins, explore shipwrecks and coral reefs and be amazed by schools of colorful fish. The islands are the only places on Earth where the water is so clear it has a visibility of over 200 feet.

Bahamians don’t eat simply to refuel their bodies. They eat so they can spend time with family, friends and meet new people. You’re sure to enjoy the culture if you follow their lead and discover why, “it’s better in the Bahamas”.

For a relaxing holiday with plenty to see and do on and off the resort book your next escape with your local travel agent Vegreville Travel Services Inc. Lorraine and I expect to go back again.

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Officers installed for Elks and Royal Purple Joint Installation of the Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 and Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge # 125 took place Thursday night April 24th at 7:30 pm. They were assisted by the Edmonton Drill team. These are the newly installed Officers for the coming year 2014-2015. (Shirley Humble/Submitted)

Front Row,L to R: Lecturing Knight, Bro.Ed Baxandall, Secretary,Bro.William Smolak, Exalted Ruler, Bro. Robert Bennett, Leading Knight, Bro.Paul Bosse, Imediate Past ER Bro.Marshall Stewart, Back: Loyal Knight, Bro.Ken Steinwand, Installing Officer,District Deputy Bro.Soren Odegard, Membership Director, Bro.Stacy Mynzak, Chaplain, Bro Orest Kuly. Absent: Bro George Childs and Bro. Orest Olineck. (Photo Submitted)

Front Row,L to R: Treasurer PHL Marg Henderson; Installing Officer,District Deputy Bernadette Godlien; HRL PDD Joyce Porayko; Immediate Past HL Shirley Preuss; Associate RL Shirley Rattray; Back Row, L to R: Conductress Effie Lazowski; Lady Guard, Olga Zwarich; Secretary Lady Leah Henderson;Chaplian, Darlene Ziegler; Lecturing Lady PHRL Marian Lemiski; Loyal Lady Dolores Evans and Installing Pianist, PHRL Clara Nawrot. Absent: Lady Anne Stefancik & PHRL Enid Theophile. Missing from the photo is Assistant Installing Officer, PDD Barb Schmidt (sorry Barb). (Photo Submitted)

Front Row L to R: Alberta Provincial President, Lady Joan Turner; PDD Debbie Klimchuk; PDD Sharon Ozouf; Lady Virginia Senko Back Row L to R: Exalted Ruler Edm # 11: Andy Turner; Alberta Provincial 3rd Vice, Lyle Ozouf; PDD Bob Waraick; PDD Bro Garth Billington; PDD Merv Saget. (Photo Submitted)

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Andrew students raise cash with road cleanup Andrew School Submitted Despite the cold temperatures, freezing rain, wet ditches and the occasional snowflake, Andrew School students, staff and volunteers persevered to complete another highway cleanup in the Andrew area. The morning of May 3rd began with a pancake breakfast and instructional safety video on highway cleanup before the bus dropped off

groups at their designated starting points.

They returned at 1 pm for a hot chili lunch before leaving again to complete their assignment. A total of $4000.00 was raised to be put towards the athletics program at Andrew School.

School staff were grateful for all the support and help from parents and volunteers that made the event possible.

The Highway Cleanup crew pose just before they began their assigned stretch along highways 45, 855 & 29 to raise funds for the Andrew School Athletics Program. (Photo Submitted)

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Andrew School students Breck Hrehorets & Devon Hamaliuk along with parent volunteer,Carri Hrehorets,worked the east side of highway 855 during Highway Cleanup 2014. (Photo Submitted)

Students Cody Kucher & Adam Heasley worked highway 29 east & west of highway 855 during Highway Cleanup 2014.

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V.V.A. introduces artist Gloria Sen Submitted Gloria Sen has enjoyed painting all her life. She is a local artist who was born in the Two Hills area and attended school there as well. After marriage she lived in the Innisfree area.

Over a period of ten years, Gloria was enrolled in the Extension Department of the University of Alberta, where she took classes and built her skills. She has an Art Certificate from the Washington School of Art, U.S.A. She has also taken various art classes in Colorado, U.S.A. Gloria uses a variety of art mediums to create her painting. Gloria finds inspiration for her work from nature and the many colors she sees around her. She uses pencil, charcoal, water colour, acrylic, oil, colored pencil and pastels. Not only has Gloria taken many art courses, she herself is an art

teacher. She has taught in Vermilion, Bonnyville, Caroline, Viking and in the

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artists, her 1970 oil painting titled, “Wild Rose Hips in Winter” was purchased to be part of a Canadian tour by the Government of Alberta. The collection was also exhibited in England.

In December 2013, Gloria won the contest sponsored

by F.C.S.S., “What My Community Means To Me”. Her painting features a visual representation of familiar Vegreville scenes and is currently on tour of the county schools and offices.

Gloria will do commission work. She can be reached by email at gjsen57@yahoo. com.

VVA is a group of local artists supporting and promoting the visual arts in Vegreville.

All interested artists are encouraged to contact mpvarga@shaw.ca for more information.

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