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Pictured from left to right are: Walter Valentini, Executive Director of the EATC Palliser Economic Parntership, Caroline McAuley, Vice Chair of Alberta HUB, Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs, Tim MacPhee, Mayor of the Town of Vegreville, Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong Homeniuk, Jay Slemp, Chair of EATC northern and southern regions, and Bob Bezpalko, Executive Director of Alberta HUB.

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Vegreville was the host site of the ‘Local to Global’ Eastern Alberta Trade Corridor (EATC) Forum from March 4-6.

Tom Koep, Economic

Development Manager for the Town of Vegreville, said the town was chosen to host the conference after submitting its bid for consideration to the EATC board.

He along, with councillors were more than happy to promote all

the town had to offer delegates, about 80 in total during the three day event.

The forum kicked-off March 4 during a reception for the dele-

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RCMP files from March 2 - 8 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser March 2 01:30 – Call from a Vegreville business about a possible shoplifter attempting steal chocolate bars. Members attended but the individual had left.

Patrols turned up negative.

02:00 – Multiple calls to a residence regarding noises. On the final call attended, members cleared the house to ensure no intruders were in the home and the homeowner was attempted to construct a lock out of wire attached to a weighted bag.

10:20 – Call to report a suspicious male walking on the highway eastbound in the westbound lane on Highway 16.

The caller was concerned for his safety.

Members attended and found the man who indicated he was walking to BC. Members picked up the male, informed him he was walking the wrong way to BC and took him to Vegreville where he could catch a bus headed east.

12:49 – Call to report personal images that were taken from Facebook and posted on at least 3 dating sites. She was unaware that pictures could be taken so easily from social media sites.

She requested that the RCMP have the photos removed. Members advised that she should check her privacy settings and go through her friends list. She was also informed that this was a civil matter that needed to be dealt with via Facebook and other means. *** ANYTHING posted on social media is up for grabs.

14:34 – While on patrol members observed a vehicle that was swerving on Highway 16. A traffic stop was conducted and members immediately noticed the odour of marijuana. The driver indicated that he had smoked marijuana earlier and had a medical marijuana license. Members brought the individual back to the detachment to conduct field sobriety tests due to the weather and indicators of impairment. They also conducted alcohol screening. The driver passed both tests and was returned to his vehicle to continue his travels.

16:21 – Members attended a domestic disturbance call. There were many parties involved and no 3rd party witnesses. No one wanted to provide a statement and information provided was conflicting. Members mediated the situation and referred the complainants to civil court for the issue that created the confrontation.

16:41 – Report of threats being uttered during an Xbox game. The subject of the complaint stated that they were going to bring a gun to school. Members spoke to a parents who indicated that there were no guns in the house and that the individual had no access to guns. The file has been forwarded to the school resource officer and community support agencies.

March 3

12:13 – While on patrol, members observed someone walking who they knew to be on conditions. The individual was arrested for breaching conditions, charged and released with documents for court.

12:56 – Report of a grey dually truck that hit a light pole, knocking it over at a parking space in Vegreville. No further information was provided and patrols turned up negative.

March 5

07:21 – Report of a stolen catalytic converter off of Dodge Ram pickup truck parked outside a residence in Vegreville. Under investigation.

07:57 - Black Ford F150 stolen overnight from a rural residence near Vegreville. Members added the vehicle to the RCMP database.

09:51 – Report of a 2006 Yamaha ATV (660 Grizzly) stolen overnight from a rural property near Vegreville.

Members added the vehicle to the RCMP database.

18:47 – Traffic enforcement conducted resulting in approximately 4 tickets for speeding and failure to provide necessary paperwork.

19:00 – Call regarding mischief in a residence in Vegreville by one of the occupants. Members attended and the complainant asked that the male be taken to the drunk tank. The subject of the compliant was intoxicated but in his room, settled in for the night. The complainant was also intoxicated.

Members mediated the situation and no one was arrested.

March 6

17:07 – Traffic enforcement conducted resulting in approximately 10 speeding tickets being issued.

March 7

20:39 – Traffic enforcement.

March 8

13:15 – Report by a dog owner that his dog had been poisoned. The owner noted meat that had been thrown into his yard. The dog was throwing up and was being taken to the vet. No further reports of anything similar.

16:55 – Report of a drunk male going in and out of businesses in Vegreville causing disturbances. Members located the subject, arrested him and provided lodging until sober.

March 4

03:03 - Domestic call resulted in assault causing bodily harm. A female was beaten multiple times by her boyfriend of one month. The male was located and arrested on multiple charges for assault as well as for breaching multiple conditions. The male was arrested and remanded while he awaits court. The female was transported to hospital for treatment.

11:57 – Call to report someone blocking a driveway in Vegreville. Members contacted the registered owner who then contacted the person driving the vehicle. Patrols were made and the vehicle had been moved.

23:55 – Call to report a suspicious vehicle on TWP 540 near RR 142 that appeared to be checking out properties. It was in fact someone checking out properties, but was an RCMP member doing rural patrols in the area. The caller was updated.

During the week there were 75 calls for service made in total including: 2 false alarm, 0 false 911s, 0 animal strikes and 25 tickets from traffic enforcement.

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Battle River School Division Trustees to Vote on Closures and Consolidation of Holden and Ryley Schools Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Trustees with the Battle River School Division (BRSD) are expected to vote on whether to consolidate Holden School and Ryley School into one Kindergarten to Grade 9 school site and to relocate Grades 10 to 12 from Ryley School at its March 19 board meeting.

The proposal calls for the closure of Holden School and consolidation of its Early Childhood Students (ECS) to Grade 6 students into Ryley School, as well as the closure of Ryley’s high school.

Grade 10-12 students would be bused either to Tofield or Viking.

On Feb. 27 opponents voiced their grave concerns about the devastating impact it would have on them and their communities. In total, 15 presentations were heard by the board of trustees, none of which supported the closures and consolidations.

One of the presenters was Beaver County Councillor Kevin Smook who stated: “Closing a school will impact and potentially devastate our community. By closing a rural school, it further contributes to the demise of rural Alberta…Six of the eight current trustees are from rural areas and must understand how this will impact the rural landscape.” Smook said the timeline for the process was too tight, and people in these communities would need to have a reasonable amount of time to rally, come together and provide solutions.

Steve Marusiak, Deputy Mayor of the

Village of Holden spoke on behalf of council, concerned parents and residents. He asked the board to reconsider the closure of Holden School and the restructuring of Ryley. “We feel that not enough consultation was conducted with the residents of the affected areas, and at the very least are looking for an extension of the decision for another year to allow the community to find other ways to keep the school open.”

Marusiak said they believe there are options, and given enough time to implement them, would allow them to assist in the expenses of being able to keep the schools as they are now. “This way we can avoid the emotional impact on our local children and students, and the repercussions to our community at this time.”

According to a recent poll of Grade 9-11 students at Ryley School, more than 70 per cent of students said they would go to schools outside of the BRSD, and would take the younger students with them if the high school was closed. Currently there are 36 high school students in Ryley.

The school board passed a series of motions to allow them to consider the possible closure or consolidation of BRSD’s “smaller schools” on Jan. 23.

Those smaller schools not only included Holden and Ryley, but Round Hill School in Round Hill and Allan Johnstone School in Hardisty.

BRSD hosted a series of public meetings between Feb. 6 and Feb. 12 in those communities.

Both Holden and Ryley Parent

Advisory Council’s (PAC), said BRSD is being reactive instead of proactive in regards to finances, stating: “Constant use of reserves is not sustainable. How we do education in small communities needs to change.” They also said the province’s new funding model should be known before trustees make major decisions. The Village of Ryley stated: “Closing small schools within BRSD is not likely to save significant enough money; it is likely to create additional

pressures.”

Carri Hrabec, President of the Ryley PAC, stated: “It’s not about heart strings, it’s about purse strings.”

The school board passed a series of motions to allow them to consider the possible closure or consolidation of BRSD’s “smaller schools” on Jan. 23, citing budget constraints and low enrolement. Those smaller schools not only included Holden and Ryley, but Round Hill School in Round Hill and

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Doctor Google - Just Wash Your Hands Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion As coronavirus or as it is now has been officially named, COVID-19 continues to spread, there are two schools of thought. The first comes from those who feel that this is much ado about nothing and like a bean burrito, this too shall pass. Then there are those on the other side who are plundering grocery stores for anything resembling toilet paper and hand sanitizer.

Regardless of which side you are on, there are a number of important facts to know about to keep yourself and those in your close circles safe. While COVID-19 is different from our annual influenza, it also has many similarities. You shouldn’t try out Uncle Bob’s magic elixir to help prevent or shorten your symptoms and you shouldn’t search out advice from Dr. Google or your Facebook fan club.

Real news agencies are having trouble keeping up. This weekend there was a report that stated Alberta had it’s first case and within minutes another outlet had announced cases in both Edmonton and Calgary. As of Monday Canada had recorded its first fatality from a care centre in North Vancouver and there were 79 confirmed cases in Canada (seven in Alberta) and I suspect by the time this goes to press, the numbers will have jumped some more.

Italy has made a move directly out of China’s play book and

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is attempting to quarantine approximately 16 million people which equates to about a quarter of its population in northern Italy. This comes as a reaction to testing which discovered more than 7,300 infections.

Around the world, gatherings are being outlawed or cancelled. Soccer games have been played behind closed doors, a Formula One car race and other similar events across the world are continuing without the usual collection of fans.

While we are still being told, the risk is low, what do the professionals say we should do? First and foremost, WASH YOUR HANDS. This is the same advice given during flu season. Experts also note that you need to wash thoroughly which means for more than 20 seconds and with some attention to detail. Next up hand sanitizer. Despite the run in stores and the demands for a kings ransom which prompted Amazon to stop private sales of the same, experts state that not all hand sanitizers are equal. Those without alcohol are far less effective than those with. How about personal protective equipment (PPE) or things like face masks? While the popularity from the SARS outbreak has not diminished, experts point out that masks should be used by those who ARE infected to avoid spreading the virus. Masks need to be fitted properly to be effective. Those who are healthy do not garner much benefit from a mask.

Other items on the expert’s list...

- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.

- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.

- Stay home when you are sick.

- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and sur faces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.

So there you have it. The REAL measures you need to take to have the best chance of staying healthy.

What NOT to do? Well, first off, don’t buy televangelist Jim Baker’s “silver solution” that he’s been peddling as a cure. If you want to get rid of $40, send it my way or better yet, donate it to a local cause.

Secondly, when in doubt, defer to a health professional and not Dr. Google or your really smart (but not health professional) friends on social media.

I’m still in the camp that the worst is yet to come, but time will continue to tell us the story.

Tell me what you think.

Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

Dear Editor, I recently attended the Battle River School Division (BRSD) board meeting where the communities of Round Hill, Hardisty and Ryley/Holden presented responses to the motions to consider closing their schools to be voted on March 19. The common theme through all presentations was the lack of opportunity by all parties to engage in the discussion with the board about their schools particular situation.

Every presentation asked the board to defeat the motion on the table and work with the School Councils, Municipalities,

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‘Local to Global’ - CONTINUED from FRONT PAGE gates at the Pomeroy Hotel. Vegreville Tom MacPhee welcomed everyone to the forum and expressed his hope that everybody would leave the conference with a better understanding of the new challenges in economic development they face today.

MacPhee spoke about some of the obstacles they are facing, stating: We seem to be facing a few obstacles. “The federal government demonstrates every day that our economy, which is traditionally supported by energy, agricultural and manufacturing sectors are not a priority anymore. There is a small minority of very vocal voices in this country that are making decisions for all of us, and it’s hard to get businesses going today because of this.

Today’s business plans the words diversity, sustainability, carbon emissions, climate change, consultation, broadband all play a very large role in the success of any new business today. So these conferences are important for us so that we can all learn some techniques and ideas and streamline some information; so everyone can understand and make a plan for this economy.”

County of Minburn Councillor Roger Konieczny also brought greetings, and said was there at the invitation of Alberta HUB Executive Director Bob Bezpalko. “I wasn’t aware what was happening here, but I did some research.

It’s all about bringing the east side of our province more to the forefront, and hopefully, we can take some of that and maybe get some more economic growth out here.

Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong Homeniuk brought greetings from the province, and was proud to represent the best constituency in Alberta. She provided a brief overview of the EATC which representing 80 communities including Metis and First Nations, businesses and colleges that advance the economy in eastern Alberta

and abroad through collaborative investment, marketing and diversification.

“When I look at all of you in attendance I see the possibilities the Eastern Alberta Trade Corridor and for my constituency with the access to transportation and abundance of natural resources we can succeed in bringing new business and long term investment into our area and employment for our

Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs addresses the delegates at the welcome reception.

residents for a smarter better economy.

Let the Eastern Alberta Trade Corridor be the world leader in energy innovation and be a symbol for everyone who is willing to put in the hours that we can still be prosperous right here in Alberta,” stated Armstrong Homeniuk Admittedly, Stubbbs said a lot of her time is devoted to natural resources as the Shadow Minister of Natural Resources, but she wanted the delegates to know, “I am equally committed to fight for the best interests of farm families and agri-businesses across Lakeland, in Alberta and around Canada.”

She vowed to keep working on the issues around of transportation, market

access, trade barriers, red tape reduction, and the removal of the carbon tax in the agricultural industry. Even though Stubbs said she wasn’t supposed to be ‘partisan’, she said Conservatives would continue to be “unapologetic champions” for rural communities, rural agriculture and the agri food industry. Agricultural producers generate $100 billion in economic activity every single year and employ more than two million Canadians, said Stubbs.“The importance of agriculture to Canada’s national interest can’t be overstated.”

Stubbs stated: “I want to make a couple of comments on your focus towards agriculture, and energy and your highlighting of investment opportunities; and importantly, I think about potential and the future of these sectors.

Both the town and the county as a whole know that cooperation, diversification and innovation are the keys to success, and I know that every elected member here and in surrounding communities feel the same.”

After the forum concluded March 6, Koep said, “We continue to network with many of the people that attended, we follow up with a number of the Assistant Deputy Ministers that presented and we had discussions with, we will follow up on leads brought up in some of the presentations, and in general, we go about business to try and attract investment to Vegreville,”

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Compiled by Dan Beaudette

90 Years Ago – March 12, 1930

The largest vote ever polled in an election in Vegreville came out last Friday in the by-election for public school trustee. There were no particular issues involved but the winning candidate. Mrs. Helen F. Morton, rustled an amazing vote and won out, hands down, over A.W. Shaw by 253 to 75.

After ten years of experiments in separating oil from the Fort McMurray tar sands, Dr. K.A. Clark of the Research Council of Alberta, and of the University of Alberta, scored a distinct triumph.

A new process has been developed and it bids fair to become of extreme importance to the future development of this industry, producing a clean, dry oil for the first time.

Wheat prices struggled valiantly upward in the closing portion of a session where the lowest prices in half a dozen years were recorded – and at the close they were down only 1 ¼ cents to 1 cent for the day. During the drastic drop May wheat was quoted only 1 ¼ cents better than “dollar wheat” and cash wheat hit a low mark of 98 3/8 cents per bushel for No. 1 Northern.

75 Years Ago – March 14, 1945

About 42 farms are not receiving electric power from Vegreville, this being the second experimental area constructed by Canadian Utilities Ltd. in Alberta. The first area was constructed in a dairy farming district at Swalwell, where 71 connections have been made on the 33 mile farm line. Experimental Area No. 1 was officially opened October 19, 1944. Both areas were constructed as a test, where experiments are being made. On the prairies where farms run about two to the square mile and the road survey is on a block basis, it is considered an exceptionally dense area if two farms could be served by one mile of electric line, although one farm per mile of the line is the more common occurrence. There was the necessity therefore, to reduce construction costs to the bare minimum consistent with reliable service. Some very interesting experiments are going on involving as few poles as 12 per mile, virtual elimination of cross arms, lightning arresters and fuse switches, only one insulator per pole, etc. On this basis it was considered possible to serve an average farm for an expenditure for the line, transformers, etc., of about $600.00 Up to date we have raised, through your kind contributions, approximately fifteen thousand dollars for the Vegreville Swimming Pool. This sum has been spent and it is estimated that an additional sum of the same amount will be required in order to complete the work. To raise this sum the committee requires your kind and generous support and as an initial step in this direction an effort will be made to collect the unredeemed pledges after which a complete list of subscriptions will be published in the Vegreville Observer.

50 Years Ago – March 12, 1970

The weekend of fun at the Vegreville Jaycees Polar Bear Pow Wow went off without a hitch and the weatherman co-operated excellently both days. Crowning of the Sno Queen took place during the evening and Miss Linda Westrom holds the title until next year.

Playing in Kinsmen Curling Play-downs in Three Hills at the weekend a rink of Vegreville Kinsmen comprising of Nestor Dowhaniuk, skip; Ed Kiefiuk, third; Bob Jeffrey, second; and Sandy Eliuk, lead, won the provincial championship.

Dave Beaudette turned in the fastest time at the Polar Bear Pow Wow as he piloted Dave Arychuk’s Ski-Doo to top prize in the motor toboggan races. Mr. Beaudette also won a prize with his own Ski-doo.

25 Years Ago – March 14, 1995

NOVA Corporation’s Vegreville office will increase its number of employees. Darrel Bender, NOVA’s Vegreville maintenance area manager, confirmed the local office will “add four or five people” to the current compliment of 50.

Hospitals in Mundare and Willingdon will lose their acute care beds. “It’s devastating,” said Sister Eugenia Stefaniuk, administrator for both hospitals. “We’ve been totally cut off.” The Lakeland Regional Health Authority adopted its final health services delivery blueprint at its board meeting Wednesday. The blueprint calls for Mary Immaculate Hospitals in Mundare and Willingdon to become community health centres.

A pair of local women are bringing high tech to the embroidery business. Karen Kavich and Caren Bilyk recently opened K(C)arens’ Creations and offer custom embroidery and monogramming services.

The Vegreville Pee Wee Wranglers hockey team are headed for the provincial playdowns. The Wranglers clubbed St. Paul by large margins in their two-game, total goal series to win the zone title and earn a spot in the playdowns. The championship tournament starts Friday in Olds. The Wranglers will compete against seven other zone winners.

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.

Alberta Park Closures a Profound Betrayal of Trust Phil Nykyforuk Board Chair of the Southern Alberta Chapter Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society This is our land to use and enjoy. It should not be sold or privatized. Its status should not depend on partisan politics or the state of the economy The provincial government dropped a bombshell this week when it announced the full or partial closure of 20 provincial parks and recreation areas. Some of these sites will be closed to public access. They also announced other major changes, including the potential sale or privatization of 164 additional parks and recreation areas.

These sites could have their legal park designations removed.

This was done without warning or consultation.

It’s a profound betrayal of trust.

The affected areas are throughout the province and will affect the ability of Albertans to access parks and nature close to home.

There are approximately 30 areas identified in Kananaskis Country, where I spend a lot of my free time. These include well-known areas such as Big Elbow, Cataract Creek, Highwood Junction, Moose Mountain and Sibbald Lake. Two of the four visitor centres in Kananaskis will be closed.

There will no longer be any groomed cross-country ski track setting in the Peter Lougheed, Mount Shark and Kananaskis Village areas. Camping and other fees will increase.

One of former premier Peter Lougheed’s most enduring legacies was the creation of Kananaskis Country in 1978. He recognized the importance of designating a large area of public land that would be subject to careful management and held for the use and enjoyment of all Albertans. Very few large urban areas in the world have such a spectacular adjacent outdoor area.

Every subsequent premier, until now, has respected the special status of Kananaskis Country.

Many of these premiers have taken steps to enhance protection and to improve upon Lougheed’s legacy.

Former premier Ralph Klein is best remembered for his laser focus on fighting Alberta’s deficit and debt.

But he also embarked on a lengthy and inclusive public consultation process in the late 1990s in order to develop t he

Kananaskis Country Recreation Policy in 1999.

He recognized the importance of being guided by the public.

Klein’s introduction to the recreation policy states that “Alberta is committed to the wise management of our natural resources and environment for the benefit of all Albertans. We must ensure we continue this approach in Kananaskis Country, which has been a remarkable success for over 20 years.”

The policy recognizes Kananaskis Country for its clean air and water, spectrum of protected areas, and accessible opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation. The policy mandates that public land will not be sold in Kananaskis Country and that all decision making will require adequate public consultation and information. Klein then added to Lougheed’s legacy by creating many new provincial parks within Kananaskis Country.

Most recently, as premier, Rachel Notley announced $5.2 million of new funding for Kananaskis Country for its 40th anniversary in 2018. This funding was intended to enhance infrastructure and trails. Much of it was targeted around the Barrier Lake Visitor Centre, which the government now proposes to close.

Premier Jason Kenney and the UCP government would be wise to pay attention to the reverence prior governments have shown Kananaskis Country and our provincial parks. They propose a fundamental betrayal by their treatment of these areas.

This is our land to use and enjoy. It should not be sold or privatized. Its status should not depend on partisan politics or the state of the economy.

Kenney is not the first premier to experience tough economic times. Addressing economic concerns doesn’t require a radical change to our treasured network of parks. These areas provide fresh air, clean water, spectacular vistas, and places where Albertans from all walks of life go to experience nature and recreate. This is priceless.

Now is the time for the hundreds of thousands of Albertans who regularly use our parks to speak up and tell the government that its proposal is foolish, short-sighted and contrary to the wishes of the great majority of Albertans.

Let the premier and your MLA know what you think. Our land is not theirs to sell or privatize!

Phil Nykyforuk is a Calgarian and chair of the Board of the Southern Alberta Chapter of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society. He and his family are regular users of Alberta’s provincial parks.

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A.L. Horton School Honours Pink Shirt Day

Consort RCMP Investigate Theft at Post Office – Multiple RCMP Detachments Involved

Ms. Chloe Giebelhaus with some of the students who were wore pink on Pink Shirt Day. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent A.L. Horton School wanted to show they stand up for showing love and acceptance to

everyone and they expressed that they are against bullying others when they wore a pink shirt or dressed

in anything pink on Pink Shirt Day on February 26. Most of the staff and students also wore a smile as

the theme for the day was; ‘Lift each other up’ and everyone can do this with positive words and expressions.

threatening injuries. One was transported via STARS and the other via EMS to an Edmonton hospital.

The Director of Law Enforcement has been notified and the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) has been directed to investigate the circumstances surrounding the collision and actions of police. The RCMP will continue to investigate the events leading up to the collision.

The Alberta RCMP will not be commenting further on this incident. All media inquiries about this incident should now be directed to ASIRT at 780-641-9099.

Alberta RCMP Submitted Veteran, Alta. – This morning at approximately 5:37 a.m., Consort RCMP responded to theft of mail from a post office in Veteran.

A suspect SUV was identified and several RCMP Detachments including Vegreville, Viking and Killam attempted to contain the vehicle.

As RCMP were coordinating containment, the vehicle was located at approximately 8:30 a.m., heavily damaged and was believed to have driven off an embankment north of Chipman, Alta.

The two adult male occupants suffered serious life-

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Reflections of Lent at Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

The Vegreville United Church held its 22nd annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Feb. 25.

Shrove Tuesday (also known as Mardi Gras) which is French for Fat Tuesday. This is the day before Ash Wednesday and the start of Lent. In Christian traditions, the 40 days before Easter are known as Lent, and they mark the time that Jesus spent fasting in the desert. Hence, it is traditional to use up eggs, butter and stocks of fat as some Christians try to abstain from eating rich food during Lent.

There were around 100 people were enjoyed pancakes and all the trimReflections of Lent at Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper 2. Citizens socialize together at the supper. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

mings. When asked why it is important to reflect on the Lenten season, Donna Deal said we should do this because we are God’s children and we should do what God wants us to do. “I don’t fast but I know a lot of people who do. I try to be kind to people and do what God wants me to do everyday.

God is important to me; I couldn’t live without Jesus. I need Him very much in my life,” Donna added.

Lil Giebelhaus said she grew up reflecting on the Lenten season; it was part of her faith. “When I was young, we would try not to eat anything sweet during Lent. I don’t do that now, but I think about Lent and prayer more, and I think about

Jesus more and the sacrifices He made for us.”

Susan Prestash said as a Christian, “The Lenten season is an opportunity to reflect on Jesus’ sacrifice. It is a good time to think about our lives and what we want to make different and to use it as a focus time to meditate and focus on ourselves on how we can try to be a better person and do things better. “Our family observes Lent. I feel it should be a positive chance to turn things around in our lives. I am going to spend more time doing something I need to do like doing more cleaning projects. Some years, I added more prayer and some years I have given up social media.”

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The Wendy Brook Music Festival is Here Debra Fedoruk Submitted

The 41st annual Wendy Brook Music Festival began on Monday and will run until March 16.

Speech Arts is taking place Wednesday morning at the Vegreville United Church. There is Band Wednesday and Thursday morning at the Vegreville Alliance Church. There are Handchimes/ Instruments on Wednesday afternoon at the A.L. Horton Gymnasium. On Thursday and Friday there are choirs and vocals at the Vegreville United Church.

On Monday the Ukrainian events will be in the A.L. Horton Gymnasium. It is free for the public to attend. In addition there will be an awards concert on Wednesday, March 25 at 7:00 in the A.L. Horton Gymnasium.

Voice adjudicator Kimberley Denis.

Our Voice adjudicator is Kimberley Denis. She is known for her energy and enthusiasm both on stage and off, and is sought after as a soloist, vocal coach, choral clinician and adjudicator for voice and choir. Upon completion of both a Bachelor of Commerce and a Bachelor of Music degree at Mount Allison University, she returned to Alberta to complete Masters degrees in both choral conducting and vocal performance.

Vocal credits include starring in a year-long tour with Up With People, as well as productions of Jason Robert Brown’s song cycle Songs for a New World, as Cathy in The Last Five Years, and as Kate in Kiss Me, Kate! She is also a singer with Edmonton’s professional choir, Pro Coro Canada and has toured extensively as a singer with the world percussion duo, Jamani.

In addition to her stage work, she has a flourishing voice studio at MacEwan University Conservatory of Music and has recently opened her own music school – the Purple Door Music Academy. She has conducted a wide variety of ensembles across the country and presently directs Shumayela (a choir for treble and changing voices for singers between the ages of 11 and 16) with the Kokopelli Choir Association, is the assistant conductor of Vacilando (an adult choir with the Kokopelli Choir Association) and is a project

conductor with Edmonton Metropolitan Chorus. In addition to her work as a singer, teacher, conductor and adjudicator, she arranges pieces for choirs and is also the managing director for the Alberta Band Association.

Our Ukrainian adjudicator is Orest Soltykevych. Born and raised in Edmonton, Orest Soltykevych started his musical career having completed Royal Conservatory Piano up to the Grade 9 level. He continued his musical studies at the University of Alberta, and completed his Bachelor of Education with a major in secondary music.

Orest has been active with Ukrainian choirs since the age of 15, when he first accompanied the Ukrainian Youth Association of Canada (CYMK) Choir, and joined as a singer. He also sang in and accompanied the Dnipro Choir. In 1984, Orest became the founding conductor of the Ukrainian Male Chorus of Edmonton, directing the choir until 2019. From 1986 - 1993, Orest conducted the Ukrainian Youth Association of Canada (CYMK) Choir. He was also conductor of the St Andrew’s Ukrainian Orthodox Parish Choir for three years. For the past seven years, Orest has been the conductor of the Verkhovyna Choir In recent

Ukrainian adjudicator Orest Soltykevych.

years, Orest has sung with the Richard Eaton Singers, the Da Camera Singers, and currently sings in the Kappella Kyrie Slavic Chamber Choir.

Orest served as a member and as president of the Ukrainian Music Society for ten years. In 1999, he founded the radio program “Sounds Ukrainian” on radio station CJSR at the University of Alberta, hosting the program for seven years.

Currently, Orest hosts a classical music program on the CKUA Radio Network, which broadcasts throughout Alberta. Seven years ago, Orest retired from Edmonton Public Schools after 32 years of teaching and administration.

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Calving Clinic Caters to Cattle Producers Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent A total of 65 people attended the second free Calving Clinic which was offered at Vegreville Social Centre on February 29.

Rachel Farr, Volunteer for Vegreville Agricultural Society was the Co-ordinator for this cattle clinic where they partnered with Dr. Josh Lawrence and Dr. Daralyn Wiles-Lawrence from the Vegreville Veterinary Clinic.

Farr said they wanted to host this clinic because they noticed a lot of other communities were hosting calving clinics and they wanted to give information to farmers and help them out. “We want to build that relationship with them before calving season.”

Farr then welcomed everyone and said the Ag. Society is passionate about providing agricultural education for everyone. Their mission statement is to promote agricultural ideals, education, and entertainment for community enrichment as a volunteer organization.

This clinic was meant to teach people when they should intervene, give first aid, and what they should do for emergency care during calving.

Dr. Daralyn walked people through the three stages of labour for cows which are cervical dilation that last an

the placenta come out on its own.

Afterwards, Dr. Daralyn mentioned a person should call a vet at the first sign

Heather Rempel, Registered Veterinary Assistant does a hands-on demonstration on calving.

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average of six hours; heifers are a bit longer, the next stage is expulsion of the fetus which usually lasts one to two hours and a bit longer in heifers, and the third stage is expulsion of the placenta (after birth). A complication could be a retained placenta which is a placenta that has not left the cow after 12 to 24 hours. A common myth is people should pull the placenta out but if this is pulled it could damage or tear the cow’s uterus. It is best to treat the infection rather than the retention and let

of trouble and if no progress is made within 15-30 minutes while intervening.

Then there could be dystocia which is obstructed labour and can be caused by immature heifers, anatomic abnormality of the heifer or cow, breed, an oversized calf, abnormal position of the calf or calves, and other factors.

After delivery, a person should check for twins, triplets, check for excessive bleeding (there will be blood but excessive should be controlled), post partum issues, and uterine pro-

lapsed. If this happens, call the vet and minimized movement.

Dr. Josh continued on to explain about Bovine Colostrum which has high levels of immunoglobulin in it because calves are born, at birth they have no antibodies for defending against foreign bugs (viruses). The calves which need colostrums supplementation are calves that have rejecting mothers or other factors.

Everyone was treated to lunch then which was catered by VALID. Vegreville 4-H Multi-Club volunteered to help during the day and with the clean-up.

In the afternoon, there were handson demonstrations on calving and what to do in certain situations.

Sharmon Holyk said she wanted to attend this calving clinic because they have cattle and she felt it is always good to learn all they can about this. “I found the clinic to be very informative. It related to some of the stuff we have already done but it helped us to know how we can improve upon some of the things that we already knew.”

McKenna Makowecki said she attended the workshop because her finance’s family has cattle and she wanted to know everything she can about this and she enjoyed the clinic as it was a nice Calving 101.

Kevin Bentley said as a Councillor for the County of Minburn and a cattle producer, said he felt it was terrific that they offer this course as it is an excellent course and it is great for the community to have something like this.

Battle River School Division - CONTINUED from PAGE 3 Allan Johnstone School in Hardisty. BRSD hosted a series of public meetings between Feb. 6 and Feb. 12 in those communities. BRSD Hazel Henderson can relate to the situation. She was working as a teaching assistant when the Elk Island School Board decided to close the Chipman School. “It divided the community,” said Henderson, because afterwards, the students were split up; some going to school in Lamont and some

students going to school in Mundare.

“They (school board) knew they were ripping the community apart.” Because of her position, Henderson was between a rock and hard place. The consequences of the decision took a toll on staff, the kids and people in the community. There were around 250 students in the school at the time. “We were like a family. It was like a divorce, and we couldn’t prevent it from happening.” Once the gathering place was gone, the connection was gone.

The final day of school was on June 24, 2003. The Chipman School opened in 1907.

She believes the decision was made by political higher ups who wanted to upgrade Lamont School and build a new school in Mundare. She said there was no support by Premier Ed Stelmach, trustees or members of village council. In fact, village councillors did not attend any meetings prior to the closure of the school, noted Henderson.

Her advice to people in Holden and Ryley is to stick together and be supportive of staff at the schools.

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Beaver District 4-H Communications Event Held in Bruce Zane Gunderson and Kate Albrecht Club Reporters The Beaver District 4-H Communications Event was held at the Bruce Community Center on March 1.

The Holden 4-H clubs hosted the event this year. Members from Holden, Viking and Tofield participated in the communications event, having previously qualified at the club level.

It was a great day with many interesting topics presented. The results are as follows: Speeches: Junior 1st Emily Quilty, Tofield Horse Club. 2nd George MacKenzie, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club.

Intermediate 1st Quinten Albrecht.

2nd Kate Albrecht, both of the Holden 4-H Beef Club.

Senior 1st Kassidy Cameron, Tofield 4-H Beef Club. 2nd Katie Hrabec, Holden 4-H Beef Club.

Presentations: Junior: 1st Logan Brooke, Viking 4-H Beef Club. 2nd Aiden Kittle, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club.

Intermediate: 1st Nolan and Cameron

Dixon, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club.

2nd Cameron Schmaus, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club.

Senior 1st Maddie Ruzicka, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club.

2nd Austin Bonham, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club.

The meal served at the completion of the speeches and presentations was fantastic! One of the judges stated that if we promise to feed him again like that next year, he will be glad to judge again!

Members are very appreciative of the time the judges and chairpersons spent to make the day run smoothly. They also wanted to acknowledge Alta Link for sponsoring the event, the Bruce Stampede Association for donating the use of their facility, and for much of the wonderful meal, and to the parents for cooking and baking and helping to organize the event. It was a great day!

Members who placed first will participate in the North East Regional Communications Event to be held in St. Paul on March 21.

Participants in the Beaver District 4-H Communications Event pose for a photo after the competition.

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Holden 4-H Beef Club Holds Public Speaking Event

Members of the Holden 4-H Beef Club participated in its annual communications event on Feb. 23.

Zane Gunderson and Kate Albrecht Club Reporters On Sunday, February 23 the Holden 4-H Beef Club held our annual communications event at St. Mary’s Hall south of Holden. All members were present. There were 16 prepared speeches and impromptus and one presentation. Our Cleaver members, who are both seven-years-old, presented prepared speeches as well as impromp-

tu speeches. They were amazing! Our parents made us a very tasty lunch that was enjoyed when the competition was completed.

We are grateful to the six judges who volunteered their time, to the Holden Lodge for allowing us to use their PA system, and to the St. Mary’s Community Association for donating the use of their hall. We live in such a supportive community!

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Vegreville Preschool Celebrates Pink Shirt Day Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Some of the staff and students at the Vegreville Preschool dressed in pink to show their support for Pink Shirt Day on Feb. 26. The awareness and education campaign promotes kindness and acceptance of everyone.

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Some of Vegreville Preschool students get together with their teachers Miss Boyd and Mrs. Dicks for a photo in their pink clothing on Pink Shirt Day on February 26. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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Cyber Bullying Presentation Reaches Classrooms the kids to be aware of what cyber bullying is, recognize when they are being cyber bullied, and also how to prevent cyber bullying and protect themselves from it.

Nadine added that Bearpaw Education creates a lot of different legal topics on relevant subjects and they change it so it is understandable and not legalese but done in plain English and accessible as they are based in Edmonton but they try to travel all across Alberta.

Nadine Callihoo-Hansen, Workshop Coordinator/Facilitator with Bearpaw Education with the emotional support service dog, Professor Boo. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Students at A.L. Horton School in Vegreville learned all about cyber bullying on Feb.26 during Pink Shirt Day presentations. in a fun and interactive manner when Nadine Callihoo-Hansen, Workshop Coordinator/Facilitator with Bearpaw Education which is a division of Native Counseling Services of Alberta, conducted the presentations in a fun and interactive way for the students.

Nadine was with the emotional support service dog, Professor Boo. Because the presentation was done with elementary students, Nadine turned the workshop into a game.

“We played a trivia game where the students were asked questions about cyber bullying and the different elements of it. They also learned the laws that were designed to protect people from cyber bullying and the different ways that people themselves can protect themselves from this, how to recognize when they are being cyber bullied, and also what ways they can protect themselves online by reporting it to adults and people that they trust, as well, they learned not to open e-mails from people they don’t know and not to reply or engage with bullies online,” Nadine explained.

“We played a game so it was engaging but also educating them. I also always end the sessions with a paper exercise where I try to teach kids how their words and actions affect people and no manner how much they do to make amends, that it still leaves people with a scar, that hopefully the next time they say or do something that is mean that they will think more about the long lasting effects of their words or actions.

Nadine said they are trying to teach

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A Jam of Sweet Music

Local musicians jam together. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The communities from Vegreville and area had a chance to get together and share their love of music at the Jam with Us event at the Senior Citizens Sunshine Club of Vegreville on February 28 with 32 people in attendance.

Don Harfield began the evening by saying they have these jams on the fourth Friday of every month. “The intent of the music jam is for the musicians to be able to learn from one another and for everyone to have a bit of fun. We have the

musician jams in a semi circle so the audience can listen to it and enjoy it,” stated Don Harfield.

“For the musicians, we want the person who is leading the song to make sure we understand what the key, tempo is, and the special chords they will be using. So, it is a teaching and learning environment. We just want to help each other and focus on the person who is leading,”added Harfield.

Each musician was able to lead the group.

The musicians performed a variety of music for the audience including: folk, country, polkas, humorous songs, old-time songs, and fiddle tunes, toe-tapping favorites, and more. Some of the pieces were catchy tunes that were so energetic that a few people in the audience stepped onto the floor and danced.

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Families Remember a Decade of Compact Discs

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The program, ‘Crafting through the Century’ is meant to celebrate the Vegreville Centennial Library 100th Anniversary. So, every month the library offers a craft that is based off of a specific decade to remember the decade and give families a chance to spend quality time together.

For the February 22 session, Calina Sokalski, Library Programmer said they made dual crafts out of compact discs which included a spinning top and scratching art craft. “This craft is from the decade 2000 to 2009 because compact discs were very popular at that time.

So, this seemed like a way to recycle the compact discs that people aren’t using anymore,” Sokalski explained.

(Left-to-right) Jack, Danielle, and Chloe Hanson spend some time together making crafts. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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Zen Themed Drop-In at PLC Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Children learned about relaxation techniques during the Zen Themed Drop-In at Vegreville and Area Parent Link Centre (PLC) on February 21.

Angel Campbell, Program Planner for PLC said for this program, they did everything involving breathing techniques where they had an activity where children could receive a prize if the kids went to each breathing technique sheet

and did the breathing. “The breathing activities were kid related where hot cocoa was one and bumble bee was another one. There was also a craft where children made Zen fairy gardens and I had classical music playing in the background to help children stay calm,” Campbell explained.

“Zen is a word that promotes calm and relaxing and make people centered. A Zen garden is in reference to being content and calm. That is what

self-regulation is a person is centering and balancing themselves. That is a hard thing for children to learn and that is why we have been doing all the feelings for the theme the last couple of months at PLC.” The program closed with Campbell reading the children the stories, ‘My Heart Fills with Happiness’ by Monique Gray Smith and ‘Swing’ by Rufus Butler Seder.

Bonnie Dribnenki helps her daughter, Fatou Diawara make a Zen fairy garden. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR - CONTINUED from PAGE 4 and community businesses to find a different solution, engagement that up to this point has not happened.

In fact it turns out that engagement with the Municipalities, School Councils and community businesses is not just a nice thing to do but one of the responsibilities of the board in the Education Act (section 33(1)(c) for anyone who wants to look it up). It appears that the School Councils, the Board of Trustees, and the Division administration are all accountable to each other and are to work together to provide education in a way that works for communities. This is not the situation presented at the at the BRSD board meeting on February 27.

Up to this point, the BRSD’s public engagements have been for their own sake, to check of the boxes in their school closure policy, not in the spirit of true engagement. They have presented the most drastic measure as their first and only solution, and have not asked to meet with School Councils, Municipalities or community businesses to discuss alternatives. These actions are seen as hostile, top down, division knows best and rushed.

The Holden/Ryley situation is unique in that the motion is to consider consolidating the two schools and busing the high school students to other communities. The steps in the school closure policy were not taken for the Holden School. Holden School has the “critical enrolment”

necessary to stay open, and so did not receive a letter stating that “tough decisions” had to be made.

Staff, students, and the Holden School Council had no idea that their school would be closed if the motion passed until it was announced by the trustees at the Public meeting on Feb 10. A fact our own trustee was unaware of.

The bottom line is we are not the only communities being treated in such a manner, and this is not how it is supposed to be. But what can be done now? How do we as community businesses, Municipalities, School Councils, parents, teachers and students stop a process that has already begun, and stand up for our right to be consulted and included in a decision that has such long term effects? And which community schools are next?

Linda Hunt Parent member of Ryley School Council ---------------------------------------------Thank you Linda for bringing this to our readers. There is no doubt that rural communities are under fire across Alberta and possibly Canada.

Schools are one of the victims. I think you have just done the one thing that you can which is to shine a light on the issue, however, we have all seen this movie before. - AB

Notice of Public Hearing Village of Innisfree Council

The Village of Innisfree would like to invite you to attend a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at 5:00 PM and will be held at the Village of Innisfree Council Chambers located at 5116 - 50 Avenue.

The nature of business to be discussed is as follows: 1. Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 646-20 – Cannabis Production & Distribution As per the Municipal Government Act Section 692 (1), Village Council is required to hold a public hearing as part of the process to approve or amend a land use bylaw or other statutory plans. The purpose is to receive comments on related land use and rezoning applications. All hearings are open to the general public and your attendance is encouraged as they are an opportunity to let Village Council know your views on various issues regarding land use and development.

You are encouraged to submit your comments in writing to the Village Office prior to a hearing. Written submissions which have been received before the designated meeting time, will be included in the report for the Public Hearing.

Copies of the Amendment Bylaw 646-20 will be available online at www.innisfree.ca or at the Village of Innisfree Administration Office.

We hope to see you there.

Thank you.

Mayor and Council

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Town of Two Hills, in the Province of Alberta, has given first reading to Borrowing Bylaw 2019-997 which will, upon final passage and approval, authorize the proper officers of the Town of Two Hills to borrow monies from the Alberta Capital Finance Authority by way of debenture issue, renovations to the lobby and dressing rooms of the Centennial Arena; That for the purpose of renovating the municipal building, the sum of Five hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000.00) be borrowed from the Alberta Capital Finance Authority or another authorized financial institution by way of debenture on the credit and security of the Town of Two Hills at large, of which amount the full sum of $500,000.00 is to be paid by the Town of Two Hills at large. The Town of Two Hills shall repay the indebtedness according to the repayment structure in effect, namely semi-annual or annual equal payments of combined principal and interest instalments not to exceed twenty (20) years calculated at a rate not exceeding the interest rate fixed by the Alberta Capital Finance Authority or another authorized financial institution on the date of the borrowing, and not to exceed five (5) percent.

NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the Town of Two Hills that, unless a petition of the electors for a vote on Bylaw No. 2019-997 is demanded as provided for by the terms of Section 231 of the Municipal Government Act, the Council may pass the said borrowing bylaw.

All persons interested are hereby notified and they are required to govern themselves accordingly.

DATED at the Town of Two Hills, this 25th day of February, 2020 Town of Two Hills Gerren Saskiw, C.A.O. FOR SALE BY TENDER The following parcels of land are hereby offered for sale by tender, subject to the reservations, exceptions, farm lease and other encumbrances contain in the existing certificates of title: PARCEL “A” NW 36-49-13-W4, Containing 157.48± acres Annual surface lease revenue on this parcel. No adjustment for any surface lease payment received prior to closing date. Successful tender will receive surface lease payment made after closing without adjustment.

Current farming lease until November 1, 2022, bi-annual payments of $70.00 per cultivated acre.

PARCEL “B” SW 36-49-13-W4, Containing 157.45± acres Current farming lease until November 1, 2022, bi-annual payments of $70.00 per cultivated acre.

PARCEL “C” NW 25-49-13-W4, Containing 155.35± acres Includes: older 1½ storey house, oversized 2 car garage, pole shed, newer 120 x 45 quonset with dirt floor, two 50x50 shops, upgraded barn, miscellaneous buildings, 3- 10,000 bu. granaries on cement, 4- 5,000 bu. granaries on cement, 2- 1,650 bu. hopper-bottom granaries and 2- 2,750 bu. granaries with wood floor.

Vendor, as a condition of the sale of this quarter, shall have the right to hold an auction on the property up to and including July 1, 2020 to sell the existing chattels. The Purchaser agrees to accept any remaining chattels left on the property after July 1, 2020.

PARCEL “D” NE 25-49-13-W4, Containing 159.07± acres PARCEL “E” NW 30-49-12-W4, Containing 158.11± acres PARCEL “F” SW 30-49-12-W4, Containing 160± acres PARCEL “G” SE 18-50-12-W4, Containing 160± acres Annual surface lease revenue on this parcel. No adjustment for any surface lease payment received prior to closing date. Successful tender will receive surface lease payment made after closing without adjustment.

Tenders may be for any one or more of the above listed parcels.

All tenders must be in writing and include a deposit of $10,000.00 per parcel by certified cheque payable to Knaut Johnson Francoeur. Tenders will be accepted up to 12:00 o’clock noon on March 18, 2020 in a sealed envelope marked “Lefsrud Tender” to the offices of: KNAUT JOHNSON FRANCOEUR OR KNAUT JOHNSON FRANCOEUR Barristers & Solicitors Barristers & Solicitors Box 295 4925 - 51 Street 5314 - 50 Street Camrose, AB T4V 1S4 Viking, AB T0B 4N0 Attention: David R. Francoeur Phone: (780) 336-3332 Phone: (780) 672-5561 (The Viking Office is open 10:00 to 3:00 on Wednesdays only.)

The balance of the purchase price to be paid by solicitor’s trust cheque or certified funds on or before April 15, 2020 (“Closing Date”).

No conditional tenders will be allowed and the highest or any tender for any parcel may not necessarily be accepted. Tenders will not be open in public. Tender price excludes GST. Purchaser is responsible for all costs associated with registration of the Transfer.

Vendor make no warranties or representations about the property’s size/measurement, condition or environmental status. All parcels excepting thereout all mines and minerals.

If successful tenderer fails to complete the purchase after acceptance of that tender, their deposit shall be forfeited. Any unsuccessful tenders will have their deposit returned by regular mail.

For further particulars please contact Murray at 780-385-0615.

This tender may also be viewed with full legal descriptions on the Knaut Johnson Francoeur website: www.kjf-law.ca

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Vegreville Garden Club Holds Annual General Meeting

The new Executive for 2020 from left to right: Treasurer and Membership, Edna Rawluk, Vice President, Bonnie Dribnenki, President, Diane Ashton, and Secretary, Dianna Bibkewich.

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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Vegreville Garden Club (VGC) always welcomes new members as this club is all about gaining collective wisdom as a group and sharing gardening’s ideas.

The VGC held its annual general meeting in its new donated meeting space at the Vegreville Agricultural Society Building on February 24 with 20 of its 30 members in attendance.

President Diane Ashton chaired the meeting and welcomed everyone. She then walked attendees through the different standing committees that members can volunteer to be on. These committees include: phoning, publicity, lunch, sunshine, and historical. The Sunshine Committee is where members buy a card for a member or their family who is sick or passed away. The Historical Committee is about taking pictures and doing a diary of the meetings and events and putting them in a binder for members and the public to reflect on memories.

Members of the executive were elected, and consist of: President Diane Ashton, Vice President Bonnie Dribnenki, Secretary Dianna Bibkewich, and Treasurer and Membership Edna Rawluk.

Ashton asked members to sign up for Coordinators of Special Events which include: Plant Sale, Horticulture Show, Hot Dog Sale and Garden Club Tour.

Some of the guest speakers they are planning to invite to their meetings were mentioned. Ashton said members of the public are welcomed to attend these presentations and workshops.

Like members, visitors also pay a fee to attend these events.

The meeting closed with members being treated to plant based foods provided by Skyline Greenhouse. Sheila Steinbach conducted a gardening yoga demonstration for members. “I demonstrated in a chair how to do this yoga because a lot of the people here are seniors. When we are gardening we are often on our knees or squatting so I did a series of yoga that helps with flexibility, balance, and strength that anyone can do. I showed how to bend properly, how to stand properly, and I focused on function and alignment because when you are doing something repetitively your chances of injuries increases,” Steinbach said.

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Servus Credit Union in Mundare Turns 15 Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Spring was definitely in the air Feb. 28.

The temperature was a balmy plus eight degrees celsius and perfect weather for the outdoor barbecue Servus Credit Union in Mundare hosted to celebrate its 15th anniversary.

Mundare area resident Kathy Simmonds was on hand for the event.

“I’ve been a member since they opened.

I’d recommend it to anyone. Darrel Harder, who also resides near Mundare, said he joined the credit union when his granddaughter started working there.

He said it’s very convenient and he is very satisfied with the service.

Natasha Sokolan, senior relationship manager with Servus Credit Union in Edmonton, came out for the event and

year alone the overall pay out to members was over $51 million. There is a 100 per cent guarantee on all deposits.

For anyone who sets up an account with Servus Credit Union between now and the end of April, they will receive an entry form in its $1 million dollar giveaway. Manji said the promotion began last year has been very popular.

The credit union has been in operation for the past 82 years. “We have always believed in sharing our profits with the members who contribute to the success of their organization. The reason we come to work every day is to shape member financial fitness and help Albertans feel good about their money. Every interaction is viewed through the eyes of our members and we strive to ensure our members are

of Servus Credit Union held joint meetings to make this happen,” added Taylor.

“My career started in 1996 at Battle River Credit Union in Vegreville. I came to Mundare in March 2009 as the branch manager with a goal of investing in the people of Mundare and building relationships. We focus on ensuing every person feels respected, valued and informed.”

Members of Taylor’s team always greet members with a smile and have a genuine appreciation for each and every one of them Team members include: Financial Advisor Melissa Gisle, Member Service Representatives Justina Homeniuk and Russell Crowe, Business Specialists Natasha Dombrosky, Tracy Northrup, and Rod Ozirney, and Wealth Specialists Rick

Servus Credit Union staff and managers pose for a photo outside the Mundare branch during 15th anniversary celebrations Feb. 28. Back row from left to right: Justina Homeniuk, Rod Ozirney and Natasha Sokolan.

Front row from left to right: Melissa Gisle, Russell Crowe, Shelly Taylor, Danielle Murray, and Nazim Manji.

was very impressed that staff are on a first name basis with their members.

Nazim Manji, District Manager for the North East Region, said the Mundare Servus Credit Union is a full service branch, and currently has 1,100 members. There are 300,000 members and 102 branches throughout the province. The profit sharing aspect of the Alberta based organization is at its core, and members get a percentage of the company’s profits back each year. On average, members receive 25 per cent back on any ongoing service fees. Last

reaching the goals they want to achieve.

We work with our members to find appropriate solutions to their problems and help them achieve the goals they prioritize with us,” stated Branch Manager Shelly Taylor.

“Our branch began in 2005 as Capital City Savings, which merged with Servus Credit Union in 2008 after CIBC closed the location and left the town without a full service banking option. The mayor at the time was Ed Stawnichy and he approached our CEO to open a branch in Mundare. The council and management

Chan and Jamie Holmes.

We have an incredible community with a vibrant downtown and agricultural producers who contribute to the success of our branch,” noted Taylor.

Every year the branch hosts a Farmer’s Day breakfast in June and Harvest Appreciation in the Fall. “We engage with the students of the Mundare School throughout the year volunteering to host sessions with each grade, field trips to the branch, and various donations for programs…For Agri Daze, we volunteer with the Fire Department to serve breakfast and participate in the parade. We’ve made well over $30,000 in donations over the 15 years to various Mundare organizations helping to sustain the community,” added Taylor.

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Local Hockey Players Achieving Great Success Submitted Several local hockey players are achieving great success since moving up the ranks to play in Fort Saskatchewan.

The 2019-’20 season has been very eventful for each of the players who continue to work hard and pursue their own goals.

Dawson Bilyk started playing hockey at the age of five as a Vegreville Initiation Wrangler. He played as a Vegreville Wrangler through to Bantam. In his first year of Bantam he became an affiliate to the Bantam AA Rangers in Fort Saskatchewan. He did this while still playing full-time as a Vegreville Wrangler. Dawson made the transition to playing full time in Fort Saskatchewan in his second year of Bantam. Dawson is currently enjoying a successful season with the Minor Midget AAA team. The team currently sits in first position in the North Division. They are fourth overall out of 24 teams. The team is excited to head into playoffs in early March!

Miller Komarniski is enjoying an exciting second year with the Fort Saskatchewan Pee Wee AA Rangers.

Miller and the Rangers are working towards finishing off their stellar season and hoping to play well enough to capture the league title in March at the league year end tournament in Camrose. Their record sits at 20-4-1 with three games to go, good enough for second place in the Pee Wee AA Northern Hockey League. Miller sits third on his team in scoring with 33 points, incl. 19 Goals and 14 Assists in 25 games played.

Miller played his Novice and Atom levels with the Vegreville Wranglers. Proud of where his roots are, Miller represented Vegreville in the 2020 Alberta Winter Games in Airdrie Feb 14-17, with Zone

7 in the Male Hockey category. Miller is the son of former professional hockey

Ranger he currently plays for the Bantam AAA Rangers. “Vander” serves

Beckett Langkow plays for the Major Midget AAA Rangers in Fort Saskatchewan.

(Shelly Priest Photography)

player Zenith Komarniski.

Drayden van der Torre started his hockey career at the age of five, proudly wearing a Vegreville Wranglers jersey for many years. Highlights of his Wranglers days were donning the “C” as the team captain and hosting Atom Provincials, where he scored the first goal of the game with many community members, classmates and peers in the crowd. The live broadcast by local 106.5 radio host Jamieson Brown, was an added bonus as he saluted the crowd with his celly.

Drayden moved toward playing at a more competitive level as a second year PeeWee player, making the Fort Saskatchewan PeeWee AA Rangers team. In his third year playing as a

as an Assistant Captain on the Right Wing and is known for his positivity towards his teammates and his quick wit, which isn’t always appreciated by his opponents. Currently fourth on his team for points with a respectable eight goals and nine assists totaling 17 points in the 2019/2020 season, #17 Drayden van der Torre looks to continue a promising hockey career.

Carson Pewarchuk is playing his first year in the Fort Saskatchewan Minor Hockey League after playing the past eight years for the Vegreville Wranglers.

He is a second year Bantam playing for the Fort Saskatchewan Bantam AA Rangers, who are having a great season and currently tied for third place in their division after 29 games with a

record of 16 wins, 8 losses, and 5 ties.

Carson is leading his team in scoring with 19 goals, 22 assists for 41 points in just 26 games, currently tied for 12th overall in the Edmonton Rural Bantam AA League and is affiliated with the Fort Saskatchewan Bantam AAA team. His team participated in two tournaments, one in Calgary with a strong finish and the other in Medicine Hat in which they brought home the bronze medal.

With a few games left in the season, they hope to better their standings and finish the season strong and continued this momentum leading into the playoffs.

Beckett Langkow began his hockey career in Vegreville at age four at the Initiation level. He spent the next five years playing in Germany, winning nationals twice at ages eight and nine respectively. The following three years playing in Vegreville were memorable as his dad Scott Langkow, newly retired from an eighteen year pro career, was able to coach him and help develop his goaltending skills.

In his fourth year playing in Fort Saskatchewan, Beckett is enjoying a great season with the Major Midget AAA Rangers. The team currently sits in third place in the North Division as part of a league that includes 17 teams across Alberta. Beckett’s solid season to date of 12 wins, three losses and four ties has him ranked second in the league with a save percentage of 0.939 and fourth with a goals against average of 1.81. With his focus set on the future, Beckett is currently protected by the Medicine Hat Tigers in the WHL and affiliated with the Sherwood Park Crusaders in AJHL for the 2019-2020 season.

Mundare Curling Club Hosts Ladies Bonspiel Mundare Curling Club Association Submitted

The theme of the Mundare Curling Club Association’s 2020 Ladies Bonspiel was T-Birds and Pink Ladies.

Ten teams competed in a four game round robin tournament Feb. 28 and with the A,B,&C event final on Sunday, March 1.

All teams received a prize for their efforts. A mini market and banquet was held Saturday. Prizes were given out for best dressed teams. Baba’s Best catering provided the concession for the weekend.

The results are as follows: A event sponsored by Imagine Travel. Rodger Reynar-Imagine

Travel, Cheryl Zacharkiw, Jackie Yakubow, Deanne Nichol, Candice Kropielnicki, Darlene Tratch, Kathy Ilisi, Judy Pederson, Emily Gulevich B event sponsored by Hair by Cher. Carmen Tratch, Cherie Ziegler, Chandel Warshowski, Jamie Kadwell, Candace Tratch, Jaime Burghardt, Cynthia Baxandall,

Marg Donaldson C Event Sponsored by Liquor Choice. Tami Warawa, Camille Ewanchyshyn-Pederson, Cheyenne Sharun, Shawna Sharun, Briann Kozakewich, Christine Trudgeon, Kaitlin Tkatchuk, and Stephanie Trudgeon.

These ladies were totally rocking the theme of the bonspiel with their cool attire.

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New Basketball Program Launches for Youth at Library Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Vegreville Centennial Library now has a new after school drop-in basketball program on Wednesday afternoons for students from Grade 6-12.

The Vegreville Centennial Library is hosting this program in partnership with the Town of Vegreville.

Anya Langkow, Co-ordinator for Tourism, Recreation, and Culture said Michael van der Torre, Manager for Parks, Recreation and Facilities and Donna Williams, Manager of the Vegreville Centennial Library collaborated to bring this basketball program to life.

Langkow said this basketball program gives children and youth the opportunity to come and engage in a free drop-in basketball, register for an indoor sport, stay active when the

weather isn’t cooperating or when there isn’t another option for them. “We are beginning with this basketball program.

We just opened the doors and we had three kids who were ready to come in and several were picking up one time waivers to take home for their parents or guardians to sign which is required before they can participant. In the future, we hope to expand to other sports on other days and perhaps even in the evening we will offer drop-in activities for adults.

“I feel there are a lot of skills participants will gain from this basketball program; they get the opportunity to get active and be fit, work on basketball skills in a casual and non pressured setting, and the opportunity to be around friends and be social in a positive active way,” stated Langkow.

Library Manager Donna Williams said this program is something that came out in the town’s recreation and culture master plan and their strategic plan, and the library’s needs assessment and inclusive study last year which indicated the town needs to have recreational opportunities that are affordable for youth in the community.

“For these reasons, this is something we are trying to develop and basketball is where we are starting with and then we will look at other potential sports that we could offer youth as a drop-in intramural type of thing. We will start with youth and we already have the equipment here so there is no reason why we can’t have adult drop-in similar to what we do with pickle ball or the walking group,” explained Williams.

Kids practice their skills at basketball. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

About Highways Peter McArthur Common Sense When I was working with the Survey Crew on Highway 36, Section B, Subsection 1; Viking to east of Lavoy in 1953 I learned a lot about highways.

That section of Highway 36 terminated at Highway 16; which was then a Standard Gravel Base Highway running east from Edmonton; in a line much like today. Then the by-passing of Mundare and and the by-passing of Vegreville was being planned. Previously the Highway was routed through Towns; passing along the same route that the by-pass into Vegreville now follows; then it headed east; taking a new line further south of Mannville and Vermilion.

Since Highway 16; the Yellowhead Connection; for a Trans-Canada Highway was being planned; It was the Hon. Don Mazankowski, Federal Minister of Highways (with whom I played shinny under the street lights in Viking much earlier) that had been interested in the importance of a DIVIDED HIGHWAY 16; and Maz (as he was better known) wanted to insure that Vegreville would retain good Highway Access as the highway was to by-pass Vegreville; in much the same way as it was to by-pass Mannville and Vermilion.

Maz; as he was known by one and all; sought out opinions from every level and when the decision to build the glorious OVERPASS ACCESS to Vegreville was announced; many thought it was too costly; many thought that Vegreville would lose a lot due to the traffic loss when so many would just by-pass Vegreville; resulting in too much business loss by the Town.

Each argument had its fair share of supporters; but one of the greatest things to come of it was the quick and easy access for all traffic; in and out of Vegreville. I’m sure that Maz had the wisdom and conviction to see that the necessary overpasses were properly placed and built at a time when we still had Road Contraction Crews anxious to build this Province; it was a time when Vegreville was blessed with the solid

support of the Honorable Mr. Don Mazankowski; as a Federal Member of Parliament; a man whom each of us were at ease with; as he was looking out for the future.

The same common sense prevailed when the Immigration Office found its way into Vegreville; perhaps the most deserving community for the said offices; where else in this Province might there be such clear understanding of Immigrant Problems; as would be found in Vegreville; yet somehow the big city; where everyone can get lost at the next set of lights; and no one can speak the language of the Immigrant; lost in more ways than one! Of course we need a little more common sense like Maz displayed.

How many residents can remember the old Highway 16; prior to the improved By-pass and Convenient Access provided to Vegreville; just jot down the businesses added to Vegreville since that Highway Project was done and imagine

if you can; doing without the many added services to the community. Such progress makes a great deal of common sense; looking back; yet up front it required a lot of good management and co-operation.

Peter McArthur based on Historical Knowledge gleaned over many years.

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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, I love music, but I certainly don't have a musician's ear. When I hum a tune at a red light, the cars next to me roll up their windows! My wife, on the other hand, grew up playing the piano and singing, but didn't play much while raising our three children. The other day we saw a piano in the lobby of a restaurant where we were waiting. It took a little nudging, but I encouraged her to play a tune.

She sounded magnificent and those waiting even applauded.

Since her birthday is coming and our kids are all grown, I thought I'd surprise her with a piano of her own. I often see "free" pianos listed in our newspaper that say they just need a tuning. I'm all for keeping something out of the landfill, but without knowing much about the instrument, how do I know if they are still good? Can I just pick one and get it tuned or is there more to it than meets the eye?

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Carry: Despite a piano's simple appearance, they are very complex instruments. Their internal structure of strings, hammers and sounding boards give them a beautiful sound when they are in tune, but parts can wear out, stretch or warp if not properly maintained.

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Carry: Since your wife was adventurous enough to play in a restaurant lobby, your gift idea is sure to be well received. And who knows, maybe one day she'll return the favor and surprise you with singing lessons!

Reader Humor Practice Makes Perfect

Piano brands like Steinway or Baldwin are two of the original makers of pianos and have been around for a long time. However today, there are over 50 major brand-names of pianos, and in the last 100 years there have been over 5000 different manufacturers.

Since about 75% of all piano buyers only purchase one piano in their lifetime, choosing the right one can take some time. There are 13 different size categories of pianos, with names like upright, baby grand or spinet, and each have their own style and sound quality.

Years ago, I worked my way through law school by teaching piano lessons. When I passed the bar, I put that job behind me, or so I thought.

Many years later while pleading a client's case to the court, the judge looked at me and asked if I used to teach piano. It turned out that I taught his son during my time in law school.

After hearing my case, he then set judgment on my client.

"Despite having no priors, I'm sentencing your client to two years probation," he said.

He must have noticed my disappointment because he continued, "And for the record, that's a far lesser punishment than having to listen to my son practice piano after your lessons!"

Stay Composed There have been many famous piano players throughout history, but in the 1950's one stood out as a very flamboyant entertainer.

Wladziu Valentino Liberace, commonly known as "Liberace", won the hearts of millions. Armed with outrageous outfits, a signature Candelabra and an amazing ability to play the piano, he became the highest paid entertainer in the world from the 1950's through the 1970's. After a lifetime of entertaining, Liberace passed away in 1987 at the age of 67.

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Beaver Regional Arts Society Celebrates its 40th Season Michelle Pinon News Advertiser It was a bright Sunday afternoon. The temperature was hovering around minus 4 degrees celsius.

Perry Story, along with several other volunteer members with the Beaver Regional Arts Society (BRAS) were standing outside of the Paragon Theatre in Holden waiting to greet and hold the doors open for concert goers arriving to hear Arrival, an ABBA Tribute Band from Vancouver perform on stage. It was a full house in the 285 seat theatre as tickets had been sold out for weeks.

Inside Christine McKay and several other BRAS members were taking tickets and visiting with patrons. “On average we have two buses,” said McKay. But today, (Feb. 23), there were four charter buses from Edmonton. Bruce Lacon and Helen Skuba, a couple of the passengers from the Sage Seniors Association of Edmonton were chatting before the show. It was the second time they had been to the theatre, commenting on the nice drive and how they were enjoying the fun outing.

George and Christine Gardiner, seated near the front row, said they decided to attend the show because it was a great price and knew the entertainment would be good. George’s mother Pearl

Komarnisky came from the Holden area, and he worked and lived in the community as a technician with Alberta Government Telephones in the sixties and seventies. Over the years the couple would make several trips to the area to visit George’s cousins and were happy to be back in the village.

“I graduated in 1980 on this very stage,” said Vince Hrabec. He hadn’t been back to the theatre since, but said it was a part of his roots, and had fond memories of watching movies at the theatre growing up. It was Hrabec’s friend Gerry Severn who had bought him and a couple of other friends tickets to the show. They, along with other guests of the show were treated to anniversary cake and punch during intermission. Guests also enjoyed a delicious supper, that is prepared and served by community and church groups at the community centre after the show.

Posters, pictures and memorabilia were displayed throughout the theatre to commemorate the 40th anniversary.

Some of the previous headliners were: Bobby Curtola, Danny Hooper, and Gary Fjellgaard to name a few.

BRAS hosts four shows a season, and the Canadian Country Music Legends

Ticket takers offer up their best smiles and gracious hospitality for patrons attending the ABBA tribute show.

will close out the 40th season on March 22. Members of this group include: award winning singer Joyce Smith, leader George Myren, fiddle champion Alfie Myhre, the Rodeo Wind Band, and Randy Holler, who will be performing a tribute to Wilf Carter.

The Paragon Theatre was built in 1952. It operated as a movie theatre until 1964 or ’65. It remained closed for 13 years. George Baker, who worked as a parks and recreation administrator with Beaver County, had a dream of having a regional arts centre in the

community. With the help of other civic minded individuals Beaver County purchased the facility for $1 and formed the BRAS in 1976. Its mandate was to manage the facility, and officially opened the performing arts centre on March 17, 1979. BRAS operated the facility until 2016 when the Beaverhill Players took over operations and changed the name back to the Paragon Theatre. BRAS now rents the theatre from the Beaverhill Players to host the annual season series.

Coffee with a Councillor

On left is Councillor Marielle Brodziak speaking to a citizen. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Citizens were able to address issues and concerns they had to Vegreville Town Councillors Tina Warawa and Marielle Brodziak during the second session of Coffee with a Councillor at Vegreville Centennial Library on February 18.

Warawa said she feels a program like this is so important because it is an opportunity for citizens to sit down and talk to town councillors instead of the councillors coming in as a delegation as there is never enough time in a meeting to be able to answer questions back and forth.

“Meetings are held to legislative rules too where you have to apply to be a delegation and then you are given only so many minutes. I think us giving up and volunteering our time in rotation, it gives the citizens a chance to ask about anything. Today, they asked about the museum because it was a hot topic. This was important for us to

speak about because we shared what we were doing. We did not say we want to keep the museum in the form it is in but we would like to see a form of a museum being maintained in Vegreville.”

Resident Peter Thompson said he came to this program because someone told him about it at the walking group he participates in. “I wanted to know what was going on with the museum. My questions and concerns were very well addressed as Councillors Warawa and Brodziak gave me a lot of information about what is happening with the museum.”

Bob Paul, another citizen who participates in the walking program, said he came to the meeting because he was concerned about the museum.

“I think my questions and concerns were addressed by the town councillors as I got a good understanding of the situation and I think it will be resolved somehow.”

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Tributes MEMORIAM

ZUK, Dale In loving memory of Dale Zuk March 10, 2015 Just when his days seemed brightest, Just when his hopes seemed best, God called him from amongst us To his eternal rest.

Sadly missed, but God knows best.

Love always, Maria, Matt & family

DORIN, Malcolm December 29, 1949 - March 12, 2019 Sometimes I just sit quietly reflecting for a while Imagining your voice, your face your warm and loving smile.

For it’s so lovely to recall the happy times we had When you played such a special role as both husband, dad and granddad.

And at this very special time I only wish you knew That I’d give all the world today for one more hour with you.

But I still have my memories and since we’ve been apart It comforts me so much to know that you’re right here in my heart.

You were everything in life to me my Husband and Friend And although you had to leave me our love will never end.

Always loved and deeply missed.

Marion, Marla & Aaron, Evangeline & Henry, Christopher, Craig & Kati, Calvin, Cleo and Clarise

OLYNYK, Lorraine March 9, 1947 - March 12, 2012 In Loving Memory of Our Dear Daughter, Sister and Aunt Gone are the days we used to share But in our hearts you’re always there Never more than a thought away Loved and remembered every day Loved, sadly missed, and remembered by Mom & Dad Bill & Virg Carlee, Gerren, Megan & Mark

MEMORIAM

OBITUARY

OBITUARY

BABIUK, Edward Victor May 23, 1943 - March 8, 2016 Gone are the days we shared In our hearts you are always there Cherished memories of you always THE BABIUK FAMILY

KUHMAYER, Robert (Bob) On February 26, 2020, Robert (Bob) Kuhmayer of Andrew, AB, passed away at the age of 67 years. Bob will be dearly missed by his loving wife, Karen; one daughter, Trina (Steve) Doerkson of Saskatoon and their children, Raylene (Travis) Sanderson and their son, Kristoffer, daughter, Taylor (Jarrett) Thompson and William Doerkson all of Saskatoon; son, David and his children, Mattheau and Sari Kuhmayer of Andrew; mother, Jenny Kuhmayer of Glaslyn, SK; four brothers and one sister, Jim (Gei) Kuhmayer of Lashburn, SK, John Kuhmayer of Medstead, SK, Ken (Marg) Kuhmayer of Glaslyn, SK, Jerry (Jamey) Kuhmayer of Glaslyn, SK and Shirley (John) Collett of Bonnyville, AB; numerous nieces, nephews and friends; and Karen’s family, mother, Thelma Warman of Kitscoty, AB; brother, Lawrence Warman of Blackfoot, AB; and sister, Laura Warman (Paul Wilson) of Seba Beach, AB. Predeceased by his father, Karl Kuhmayer; grandparents; aunts, uncles, sister-in-law, Bev Kuhmayer; daughter-in-law, Natashia Pelletier; and father-in-law, Peter Warman.

Thank you to everyone who helped Bob pass with dignity and share his life.

A Celebration of Bob’s Life will take place at a later date with inurnment in Glaslyn, SK. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice, as Bob contributed to many charities.

Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com.

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COTTON, Ronald Memorial Services Saturday, March 21, 2020 1:00 pm Parable Place, Prairie College 350, 5th Ave. East Three Hills, AB

FESCHUK, Mike In loving memory of our dad, gido & great-gido who passed away March 15, 2012 He never looked for praises He was never one to boast He just went on quietly working For the ones he loved the most.

His dreams were seldom spoken His wants were very few And most of the time his worries Went unspoken too.

He was there….A firm foundation Through all our storms of life A sturdy hand to hold on to In times of stress and strife.

A true friend we could turn to When times were good or bad One of our greatest blessings The man we called OUR DAD! Love Always, Barry, Barb, Bernie and their families

ORLESKY, Alec In memory of our brother, uncle, great-uncle Alec Orlesky who passed away on March 13, 2003.

He put His arms around you, And lifted you to rest.

God’s garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never Get well on Earth again.

He saw the road was getting rough, And the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids, And whispered “Peace be Thine.”

It broke our hearts to lose you.

But you didn’t go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home.

Forever missed by: William, Nick and Sandra Fasek Todd, Linda, Jasmine and Diesel Fenske

CARD OF THANKS BEAVERHILL PLAYERS BOARD Beaverhill Players would like to express our humble Thank You and appreciation for the recent Beaver Municipal Solutions (BMS) Community grant of $2000 towards the new entrance carpet at the Paragon Theatre in Holden. This will go a long way to making the Paragon a welcoming place for all, to all events such as movies, performances and concerts. BMS has been a great community supporter for a number of Holden organizations.

HUGHSTON The family of Lyle Hughston would like to thank everyone for the flowers, cards and kind words during our difficult time.

Special thanks to St. Joseph’s Hospital for their professional care - To Rev. Pamela Milton the organist and choir with the service at the funeral.

Also thank-you Warwick Ladies Club for catering the lunch and clean-up.

To Autumn Rose for professional facilitating the funeral and lastly everyone that attended and donated to Vegreville St. Joseph’s Hospital.

Jean Hughston and Family

GANIE, Carolyn May 29, 1942-March 6, 2020 When all we have left is memories, we cherish the memory. Left to cherish Carolyn’s memory is her loving daughter and son-in-law, Tammy and Brad Koch; sisters and brother, Anne (Ed) Pooke, Angela Schell, and Mervin Ganie; also numerous nieces and nephews.

God gently wrapped His arms around Carolyn and guided her home to be with those gone before her.

Carolyn is predeceased by her grandson, Konner Koch; her husband, Tom Bergeron; parents, Andrew and Theresa Ganie; brothers, Raymond Ganie and Leo Ganie; brother-in-law, Fred Schell; and sister-in-law, Vicky Ganie.

Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held.

Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM

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EIPS Board of Trustees Approves New Fee Structure for Student Transportation Elk Island Public Schools Submitted

Sherwood Park, AB. — Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) trustees approved the new student transportation fee structure for the 2020-21 school year at its Feb. 20 board meeting. Set to take effect in September 2020, the new structure reflects recent changes made to Alberta Education’s School Transportation Regulation AR 96/2019, which is guided by the Education Act. EIPS families who use student transportation services will see the following fee changes: •The introduction of a two‐tiered fee structure—both eligible and ineligible riders will pay a fee for busing services. For some, fees will increase, and for others, fees will decrease.

•The elimination of the Student Transportation family rate.

•The elimination of an exemption for ineligible riders who cross or walk along a road with speeds limits of 60 kilometres per hour, or higher, without a sidewalk or standard traffic light protection (see Policy 17: Student

Transportation Services, section 1.5).

Overall, the approved new fee structure is more equitable for users and allows EIPS Student Transportation to continue to deliver its current service levels, maintain safe and efficient transportation, and prevents any unnecessary cuts to classrooms (see the full report, “2020-21 Student Transportation Fee Structure”). The Division will finalize its 2020-21 Student Transportation fees after the government announces its provincial budget for 2020—expected later this month.

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Vegreville Food Bank Society Holds its Annual General Meeting Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

The Vegreville Food Bank Society held its annual general meeting Feb. 11 at its distribution center inside the Maple Street Worship Centre.

Joanna Karczmarek, Co-ordinator for Vegreville Food Bank Society, welcomed everyone in attendance.

Karczmarek presented the annual report. According to 2019 statistics, the majority of those helped by the food bank are children and youths. A total of 770 individuals were served from 314 households.

Of the 770 individuals 301 from 126 households were between 0-18 years old. The food bank served 657 regular hampers and 154 emergency hampers for a total of 811 hampers (up 66 from 2018 and 40 from 2017).

Regular hampers may be received every two months for those with children and every three months for those without.

“We are currently

looking into the possibility of offering evening hampers application days. This would allow clients to seek or maintain employment during business hours. It would also allow those who are interested in volunteering but are unable to take time off during their shifts to volunteer in the evening. To make this happen, we would need a minimum of five volunteers dedicated and committed to training and operating at the same time each month,” Karczmarek said.

Co-chair Dee Palichuk presented her report, and stated that the organization would not be the success it is without the support and dedication of its volunteers. “In addition to

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Some members of the Vegreville Food Bank Executive Board. Front row from left to right are: Director Bette Michaelchuk, Director Edna Rawluk, Secretary Ann Thompson, and Co-ordinator Joanna Karczmarek. Back row from left to right are: Co-chair Dee Palichuk, Treasurer Kaelyn Bodnarchuk, Co-chair Marlys Massey, and Director Julie Berard.

what we do on a daily basis, we created policies which are a living document so we will change them and modified them as we need to for the food bank. We have increased awareness about the food bank. We are being present at community events, done presentation at service clubs, presented to the mayor and town council, and Joanna does attend community interagency meetings to represent the food bank. We introduced a new computer system, we purchased a new computer, we recruited some new volunteers and providing some training to some new and existing volunteers, we involved community

businesses in the pick-up of donations, we introduced an online schedule system, we formed a partnership with VALID. Those were some of our highlights and I feel it was a very productive year.”

Karczmarek said they are always looking to build their volunteer base for their hamper application hours which are on Tuesday and Friday mornings. They are also looking for volunteers to assist on Wednesday afternoons. They provide training and references for those who demonstrate good work practices.

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