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RCMP files from March 14 - 20 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser March 14 07:16 – Report of a suspicious person and vehicle parked near a home in Vegreville. Members attended and investigation revealed that the 2006 Black Ford F350 was listed as stolen from the area of Spirit River, AB. The vehicle was seized, however there were no individuals present. Investigation is ongoing. 08:30 – Complaint received of threats to cause bodily harm from a resident of Lavoy. The complainant provide evidence to substantiate the claims. Charges are pending against a 32-year-old female from Edmonton. March 15 13:34 – Report by an individual that the van he was using had been taken back by the owner after breaking down. He indicated that the owner was going to sell the van. The complainant was attempting to report this as a theft. Members attended and confirmed ownership of the vehicle. The claims were unfounded. 19:16 – Report of a two vehicle collision on 50th Ave and 60th St in Vegreville. As a result, one vehicle was flipped upside down. The two vehicles involved were a black Jeep Cherokee and a white Infinity G25. Members attended to assist EMS and conduct an investigation. A 17-year-old from Vegreville and a 21-yearold from Vegreville were the drivers involved. No indicators of impairment. Two occupants of the Jeep were treated for minor injuries and then transported to hospital for evaluation. The investigation is ongoing. March 16 02:24 – Report of a possible body on the side of the highway. Members attended to the location on Hwy 16 near Mundare. They discovered a male in the ditch sleeping in a garbage bag. The subject was travelling from Lloydminster to Edmonton on foot and had stopped to rest. Members arranged for transportation and lodging for the subject until morning. March 17 00:17 – Report of a stolen van (part 2). The complainant who owns the van from the March 15 - 13:34 call indicated that he gave a female the keys to his van “under duress” and that it had been stolen. The complainant believes the female knows the person he was lending the van to previously. Under investigation. 08:00 – Information received a report of a break and enter at a Vegreville munici-
pal building. Following this on March 18th it was reported by an individual that a number of items were found in a field on the outskirts of Vegreville. Members attended along with bylaw and confirmed various items including tools & hardware. The items were recovered and returned to the rightful owners (more than one) and the investigation is ongoing. 16:27 – Report of loose dog on the highway near RR135. Multiple complaints came in about the animal chasing vehicles. Members attended the location but could not locate the dog. Follow-up will be done if additional calls come in. 17:45 - Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in approximately 6 speeding tickets. March 18
00:27 – Complainant called to report that he had been kicked out by his roommate. He wanted to go back to Edmonton but had no way to get there. Investigation revealed that the complainant had outstanding warrants out of Edmonton. The warrants were executed, and the 24-yearold male was later released with documents for court. He was provided assistance in contacting a ride. 10:25 – Report of three males trying to break into a Vegreville residence. They were being “verbally aggressive.” Members attended and spoke to the three males who indicated that they were doing renovations on the house and were locked out. The owner was on the way with keys to provide access. 12:10 – Report of a stabbing at a Vegreville school. A news release has been issued. 12:45 – Report of a break and enter to a rural property in Lamont County SE of Mundare. Outbuildings were entered and BB guns were stolen. Under investigation. 13:55 - Report of an erratic driver in a
white Chevrolet truck westbound on Hwy 16. Members attempted to intercept but were unable. The call was forwarded to neighbouring detachments. The vehicle was intercepted by Ft. Saskatchewan RCMP and a traffic stop conducted. The 43-year-old from Lloydminster was not impaired. The driver was provided a formal warning about his driving and sent along his way. 17:30 – Report of an intoxicated male outside a Vegreville business causing a disturbance and swearing at patrons. Members attended and located the subject. A 58-year-old male from Vegreville was arrested for disturbing the peace and being drunk in public. The male was provided a safe place to sober up and later released once sober. March 19 10:54 – Report of an erratic driver westbound on Hwy 16 westbound on a black Ford Explorer. The call was forwarded to Sherwood Park RCMP who were able to intercept. A traffic stop was conducted and a 45-year-old male from Edmonton was charged with failing to provide a certificate of registration (Voluntary penalty of $243) as well as failing to provide an insurance card (VP of $243). He was also provided a formal warning for following too closely. 18:05 – Report of an intoxicated male at a Vegreville park. Members attended and located a 58-year-old male who was intoxicated in the park. He was arrested and lodged in cells until sober. March 20 01:28 – Members observed a male entering a known drug house and leaving shortly after. A traffic stop was conducted, and members observed open liquor. Mandatory Alcohol Screening was conducted and resulted in a caution. The 44-year-old male from Elizabeth Metis Settlement was charged with driving without a certificate of registration (VP of $324), driving without a license (VP of $324). His license was seized and suspended for three days (VP of $300) and his vehicle was seized and towed. During the week there were 93 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 1 false 911, 2 animal strikes, 1 wellbeing checks, 9 calls under the Mental Health Act or related to mental health, 0 COVID, and approximately 16 tickets from traffic enforcement. Have questions about the blotter? Reach out to us at blotter@newsadvertiser.com and we will do our best to provide answers to your queries.
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Gigantic Electrical Generator Travels through Lamont and Tofield Area Side profile of electrical generator. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Traffic was slow moving as a gigantic electrical generator passed by Lamont, Chipman and Tofield area this past weekend. The 103 metre-long and 5.73 metre-high load left the Scotford refinery and petrochemical area near Fort Saskatchewan Friday travelling east on Highway 15 past Lamont and turning south on Secondary Highway 834 near Chipman and towards Tofield and back west on Highway 14. The load was almost the length of a football field and as tall as a traffic light pole. It weighs 600 tonnes. It was estimated that the journey would take five days in total with the final destination near Edson, to be delivered to Cascade Power.
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carnage over the past four weeks. Arthur Beaudette Yet, the West still seeks a diploNews Advertiser – Opinion matic resolution to this unproWe are about one month into voked attack on the Ukrainian the attack on Ukraine, and to people. this point, the West has no real To Canada’s credit, our govanswers. Almost every day we ernment has tried to lead the way hear pleas to the West from on many fronts. However, we President Volodymyr Zelenskyy are in an enviable position in that to intervene in the genocide regard since there is not much we brought upon the Ukrainian need Russia for, and frankly, we people. The response is usually are ZERO threat to them or anya standing ovation and offers of one else. support. Much like in the first Last week while discussing the days of the attack when invasion of Ukraine, Canadian Zelenskyy replied to offers for Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly evacuation with the now famous stated that while Canada is not a response “I don’t need a ride, I military power, it does have need more ammunition,” the “convening” power. What? request for military support has Drama Theater in Mariupol that was bombed by Russian occupants. Really? I was not the only one not changed. The word “children” was spelled out in Russian in two areas outside baffled by our “power” to call The West has successfully the theater. (Maxar Technologies/Satellite Image via CNN/Ukraine meetings. Many columnists, coordinated on sanctions News Now Telegram) academics and two of our miliagainst Russia. Each week that tary (Retired Maj. Gen David goes by, more government or corporate self-imposed action is taken. However, much like the Fraser & Gen. Thomas Lawson) all had other opinions. Despite sanctions imposed on Russia after the illegal and unrecognized being chronically underfunded, our forces are able to hold their own annexation of Crimea in 2014, this had done nothing to slow the and have played a significant role in preparing the Ukrainian Military over the past 8-10 years. According to the UN Refugee Agency, over 3.4 million refugees have fled Ukraine since February 24, 2022. They also state that there are 2.6 million registered Afghan refugees. If nothing changes, millions more Ukrainians will need flee their home. As of Sunday, it has been reported by CNN that people in Mariupol who have been denied aid and living without water, food or heat have been forcibly migrated to an unknown location in Russia. Estonia PM Kaja Kallas compared the deportations in Mariupol to what Russia did in the 1940s when Estonians were put in “cattle cars” and sent to Siberia. In other cities, officials have been kidnapped with some being replaced by Russians. Others have been told if they don’t surrender, they will face a military tribunal. On March 16, the Drama Theater in Mariupol was bombed by Russia. As the city remains continuously attacked, the building served as a shelter for hundreds of people, with most being women and children. The word “children” was painted on the ground on both sides of the theater, as can be seen from satellite images. To fully understand what is happening on the ground, I will give you a glimpse of life in Sumy. A letter from a resident there included the following. Sumy: March 17. “I used to think that stories about the war were something far away, I never thought that this would happen in my country, in my city. My city was surrounded, the Russians felt at home here. They broke into people’s houses, stole food, killed civilians. They’re walking around here drunk! They kill people while intoxicated. We were lucky that this trouble did not come to our house. But, you know, it’s not just in my city. More civilians are dying. They realized that they would not conquer Ukraine, therefore, they decided to destroy everything here, they decided to arrange a
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Province Pauses Collection of Fuel Tax and Introduces Electricity Rebate Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk Submitted Alberta’s economic recovery continues to move forward. That means more good jobs for Albertans. The latest numbers from Statistics Canada are in, and February marked the fourth straight month of job gains for our province. The February increase of 8,200 jobs saw our unemployment rate fall to 6.8 percent, the lowest rate we’ve seen since September 2019. As our economy in the Industrial Heartland continues to boom, I have heard from many employers in the Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville constituency who are concerned about their ability to fill positions. This is a very valid concern and something our United Conservative gov-
ernment is working hard to get ahead of. Earlier in our term, we passed Bill 49, the Labour Mobility Act, which will address impending labour shortages, particularly in rural Alberta, by streamlining a consistent and transparent approach for recognizing the skills, education, and credentials of out-of-province workers. We also recently announced the launch of the Rural Renewal Stream and the Rural Entrepreneur Stream. These streams will encourage skilled and talented professionals and entrepreneurs from around the world to settle in rural communities. With many of our rural communities struggling to find qualified professionals to meet their current and future workforce needs, these new initiatives will help
attract and retain newcomers who want to contribute to our rural communities. Every job added means another Albertan receiving a regular pay cheque. Every drop in unemployment means more Albertans returning to the workforce. Our fast-improving job market is good news for job-creators across our province who are looking to fill positions. Also announced this week, Alberta’s government will be providing $150 in electricity rebates to nearly two million homes, farms, and businesses to help retroactively cover the high costs they faced this winter. Exact rebate criteria will be determined soon, but is expected to include most households, farms, and small businesses. Alberta’s government will also be stopping the collection of the provincial fuel tax of 13.6 cents per litre starting April 1. This will apply to all gasoline and
diesel, including marked farm fuel. Our government will review the collection of the fuel tax on a quarterly basis and, if required, consider reinstating collection in stages, based on the average price of West Texas Intermediate over a number of weeks. We will not start to reinstate collection before July 1. As always, my heart is with the people of Ukraine, as they fight for their freedom and sovereignty. Slava Ukraini!
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Conviction for Illegal Disclosure of Health Information Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) issued a news release on March 18 regarding the illegal disclosure of health information. According to OIPC, “A former Covenant Health employee pleaded guilty on Monday, March 14 to knowingly disclosing health information in contravention of the Health Information Act (HIA). Samantha Barker was fined $1,500 for the offence under HIA. She also admitted
to accessing health information of several people without a valid employment purpose. The inappropriate accesses and disclosure of health information occurred in Vegreville. OIPC opened an offence investigation into Ms. Barker’s actions in February 2020. Charges were laid in July 2021.” OIPC Communications Manager Scott Sibbald pointed out that, “There is a requirement under Alberta’s HIA for health professionals and healthcare organizations to report privacy breaches to
the OIPC, and to notify individuals whose health information has been breached. The offence investigation was opened from Covenant Health’s breach report. We conduct the offence investigation. We refer findings to the Specialized Prosecutions Branch at Alberta Justice to help decide laying charges. The fine is determined by a judge in Provincial Court.” It is an offence under HIA to knowingly disclose health information in contravention of the Act (section 107(2)(a).
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90 Years Ago – March 23, 1932
Heavy penalties are provided for tax evaders under the new gasoline tax act now under discussion in the legislature. Those who try to slip something over on the government in the future will be held liable for heavy fines, up to $1000. Mr. O. Tunis has rented the store formerly operated by A. Klimoff & Co. in Lavoy and has had it entirely renovated, making an up-todate confectionery and ice cream parlor. The droning and hamming of tractors in the Shandro area will not be heard this year. The farmers have all returned to horse power, which they find, is much more economical. Three out of every five farmers will have an idle tractor on their premises. D. J. Sorochan was chosen as the new secretary-treasurer for the Municipal District of Wostok, to succeed M. Sloboda. On Friday of next week, April 1st, the Alberta Provincial Police force will disappear, to be replaced by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. Most of the A.P.P. have been absorbed into the R.C.M.P. and there will be few changes of transfers made. It is very likely that Sergt. Heacock will remain in charge of the Vegreville detachment.
75 Years Ago – March 26, 1947
Canadian army veteran, John Z. Koshuta, 25, was admitted to the Alberta bar in a brief ceremony before Mr. Justice Hugh John Macdonald in Supreme Court last Friday. He was presented by John Decore, Vegreville, with whom he articled. Sworn by Alfred Simpson, clerk of the court the new barrister was congratulated by Mr. Justice Macdonald, who spoke highly of his achievement, both scholastically and in the town of Vegreville. Mr. Koshuta intends to continue practice with Mr. Decore here. Mr. Black, a resident of Vegreville for eleven years, has wound up his business affairs in Vegreville and will leave indefinitely for Vancouver within the next few days to take over the Ford-Mercury Agency there. The Ottawa Citizen says a new fireproof mattress is on the market, especially designed for people who smoke in bed. It is claimed by the makers that the smoker can burn himself to a crisp without the slightest trace of injury to the mattress. With a bumper Annapolis valley fruit crop counting for most of the gain, Nova Scotia farmers earned $5,000,000 more from the sale of their products last year than they did in 1945.
50 Years Ago – March 23, 1972
Eugene Petryshyn, who farms about 10 miles north of Royal Park, received a surprise on Monday when a purebred Hereford cow gave birth to no less than four heifer calves. Mr. Petryshyn has suspected a multiple birth and assumed the calving was completed when twins were born. In a short interval, however, the third calf came along followed briefly thereafter with the birth of the fourth. Three blood donors from Vegreville have a combined total of 151 donations and is an exceptional record says Red Cross president Floyd Tuck. The observation was made at the Red Cross Blood Donors Clinic in Vegreville last week when the three attended. Bruce Bird tops the win with 51 donations while Sam Smolyk and Sol Lucow follow close behind with 50 donations each. Members of the Vegreville Chamber of Commerce were treated to a short but enthusiastic talk concerning the establishment of a cheese factory at Two Hills by the proprietor Tony Scardillo. Mr. Scardillo said that even with their small operation being carried on today 75,000 lbs. of skim milk can be used by them each day. Mayor Virgil Moshansky was on hand to move the first few yards of earth preparatory to the beginning of construction of the new civic building complex on Wednesday morning.
25 Years Ago – March 25, 1997
Warm temperatures and runoff from above – average snow packs are creating the potential for flooding in the Vegreville area and most of northeastern Alberta. Alberta Environment Protection issued a spring runoff advisory for areas between Calgary, Lesser Slave Lake and the Saskatchewan boundary to the east. Mayor Dave Kucheraway drew the lucky tickets for Vegreville Minor Hockey’s cash raffle with the assistance of Carol Spate. Herb Kiist won the $1,000 grand prize while Ron Bilyk, Ted Stratichuk, Janelle Derda, Berry Tymchuk, Sylvia Ostapowich, Joe Owanchuk and Terry Mchelich each won $500. A Vegreville native has won a prestigious national teaching award. Jane Skinner (nee Dake) was one of 15 teachers in Canada to receive the Prime Minister’s Award for Teaching Excellence in Science, Technology and Mathematics. A local rink reversed last year’s result and took the A event of the Vegreville Men’s curling bonspiel Sunday afternoon at the Heather Curling Club. Rick Dobush reached last year’s A Event final, but fell to Vegreville’s Roger Nakonechny. This year the Dobush rink took the final against Dean Brook’s rink to take the A Event.
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With the World Facing an Energy Crisis, Why Won’t Canada Help? Gwyn Morgan Troy Media Contributor
Oil prices have risen to a staggering $US120 per barrel in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. But that’s not a record in real-dollar terms. Inflation-adjusted oil prices reached the same level in 2013, driving a supply response that temporarily lowered prices. World oil demand steadily increased, reaching a record 100 million barrels per day before the COVID-19 collapse. Demand has since come roaring back and, despite all the “net-zero” rhetoric, the International Energy Agency (IEA) forecasts that world oil demand will continue to grow. The big question is: who will supply all that oil? Middle Eastern countries, led by Saudi Arabia, will be major contributors and, despite U.S. and United Kingdom bravado in banning Russian imports, current and forecast world oil demand can’t be met without Russian oil. The disparate list of countries controlling world oil supply may soon include Iran if, as news reports suggest, U.S. President Joe Biden is naïve enough to remove oil export sanctions in return for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s pledge to suspend uranium enrichment. That would leave world oil supply security in the hands of one country that subjugates women, another led by a murderous psychopath and a third developing a nuclear bomb with the avowed objective of annihilating Israel. Meanwhile, with the world’s third-largest oil reserves, Canada is sacrificing hundreds of billions of dollars per year in revenues and new capital investment and tens of thousands of well-paying jobs on the net-zero altar by pursuing policies that make building new oil export pipelines virtually impossible. Even a proposed transnational pipeline that would have delivered Canadian oil to eastern refineries was deliberately stymied by the government of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. As a result, tankers carry Saudi Arabian and African oil, which
emits far more greenhouse gases than domestic oil, up the ecologically fragile Gulf of St. Lawrence. Speaking in London in July 2006 before departing for a Vladimir Putin-hosted G8 Summit in Saint Petersburg, then-prime minister Stephen Harper called Canada “a new energy superpower.” Oil and gas industry capital investment rose sharply, doubling from $30 billion to $60 billion before the Conservative government’s defeat in 2015. By 2019, Trudeau’s anti-oil and gas policies had seen the industry’s capital spending collapse to less than half of 2006 levels. Many Canadians may not know that history. But if there’s one thing that does get their attention, it’s the price at the pump. Anti-fossil-fuel ideologues worshiping at the net-zero altar may be delighted by the recent runup in gas prices. But not real-world working Canadians. On March 4, gas prices in B.C. hit $2 per litre, taking the cost of filling up the family sedan to as much as $140. Given the sprawling nature of Canadian cities, commuting to work takes at least one fill-up per week. That can amount to more than $600 a month for a single car. Along with gas prices, food and other necessities have also risen to record levels across the country. A recent Angus Reid survey found that 53 per cent of Canadians surveyed were already unable to keep up with the rising cost of living. The 11-cents-per-litre federal carbon tax doesn’t seem like much compared with current total pump prices. But it’s just the beginning. The federal Liberal government plans to progressively increase the tax to 38 cents a litre by 2030. Adding the nine-cent-per-litre B.C. carbon tax means drivers in that province will pay carbon taxes of 47 cents a litre. The theory behind carbon taxes is that higher prices will reduce consumption. But that only applies if there’s a viable alternative. For cost-stressed real-world Canadians, driving a vehicle that’s needed for business or getting to work, a carbon tax on fuel is simply impoverishing. At a time when the world’s oil supply is being squeezed
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Richardson Pioneer Donates $25,000 for Vegreville Fire Department’s Training Centre Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Vegreville Fire Department Club received a big funding boost for its Fire Training Centre this past week. Richardson Pioneer showed its support for the project with a $25,000 cheque that was presented to members on March 9. “Richardson values the significant role local fire departments take in ensuring the safety and well-being of our communities. In fact, many of our
producer customers are on volunteer departments,” said Jim Nichol, Director of Operations at Richardson Pioneer Lavoy Ag Business Centre. Nichol added, “We are proud to contribute to the Vegreville and Municipality Training Centre, which will help to support this important work.” Vegreville Fire Chief Chris Jardine said, “We are now one gigantic step closer to the VFD Training Centre and we’re all extremely appreciative.”
Jim Nichol, Director of Operations at Richardson Pioneer Limited, presents $25,000 cheque to members of the Vegreville Fire Department. (VFD/Submitted Photo)
Beaver County Provides Feedback on Rural Emergency Medical Services Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Municipalities in Alberta have been asked to provide feedback on rural emergency medical services to its provincial advocacy group. Members of Beaver County Council passed a motion on March 17 to send a letter to Rural Municipalities of Alberta, (RMA) which has formed a special committee to provide advice to the Minister of Health on potential solutions to challenges they are currently facing. This decision came following the March 14 Mayors and Reeves Liaison Committee meeting when Stettler County Reeve tabled the issue. “The discussion by the Committee members brought to light the many challenges that municipalities are facing with respect to the provision of emergency medical services from contract extensions, aging ambulances, and lack of ambulance availability,” stated Beaver County Reeve Kevin Smook in the response letter that has been sent to RMA.” Smook said the information has been provided by the Beaver Ambulance Society and the Beaver Emergency Services Commission, emergency medical and fire service providers which serve Beaver County and the towns and villages in the region.
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expected date of arrival cannot be provided due to challenges beyond the manufacturer’s control, (world-wide supply shortage of raw materials such as computer chips/ microprocessors and steel, shipping container backlogs, a labour crisis, supply chain demands, and many other causes). This delay has resulted in a 70 percent over-budget expenditure for repairs and maintenance of the older units, such as replacement of transmissions, rear-ends/ axles, steering assemblies, etc. On February 18, 2022, the Beaver Ambulance Society was notified by Alberta Health Services that its ambulance contract would be extended to March 31, 2024. This is the 5th contract extension since the agreement with AHS was signed in March 2009. By March 31, 2024, the
Society will have operated under a 15-yearold contract with negligible funding increases during that time. If the Society, and the Province, wishes to continue to provide a viable and sustainable ambulance service to our residents, the extension requests must include reasonable changes to the financial terms. The Beaver County region is fortunate to have numerous outstanding fire department personnel who respond to calls for assistance whenever needed. However, as outlined in the attached letter from Beaver Emergency Services Commission Chair Gene Hrabec, the delay in response time by emergency medical services staff is jeopardizing patient health, mental and physical health of first responders, and exposes the Commission to liability.”
Grand Lodge of the Elks of Canada has proclaimed Friday, March 25 as National Essential Worker Appreciation Day. Therefore, the members of Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 and the members of the Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge #125 would like to thank all essential workers (including Police Officers, Firefighters, EMT's, Paramedics, Doctors, Nurses, Lab Techs, Hospital Support Staff, Nursing Aides, Long Term Care Centre Staff, Extended Care Staff, Home Care Staff, Health Unit Staff, Teachers, Teachers' Aides, School Support Staff, Truckers, Store Clerks and other Store Staff, and all others (including farmers and farm workers) considered to be essential) for their tireless dedication, care and efforts over the last few years. Your commitment and dedication to your job is very much appreciated and is deserving of thanks and support of all Community Members.
Thank you for all you have done and continue to do during these trying times. Sincerely; Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 and Royal Purple Lodge #125
If you see an essential worker on Friday, March 25, be sure to thank them.
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43rd Annual Wendy Brook Music Festival Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
The 43rd Annual Wendy Brook Music Festival, (WBMF) was presented from March 7 to 14 in person at Vegreville United Church Sanctuary and A.L. Horton School and through virtual means. The theme this year was ‘Cultivating the Classics’ in any genre. WBMF Chair Larissa Bombak said there were a total of 166 entries this year which is more than last year. “The Wendy Brook Music Festival provides an opportunity for our youth, and adults to develop their vocal and instrumental
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Clara and Ruth Derow perform; It’s the Hard Knock LifeAnnie by M. Chamin. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
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Shannon says, “Joining the Legion has meaning and tributes, first to my two uncles who served in WWII, thankfully both survived and went on to have fulfilled lives. The second, and most important, is that both my dad and brother served as regular members of the RCMP.
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My dad served from 1955 to 1977, reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant, and my brother served from 1997-2015, also reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant. I would joke with them that I would reach the rank of Inspector to beat them both!” Shane and Shannon started coming to Branch 39 eight months ago. “We have a good friend of ours that volunteers on the executive and we started to come and meet every Friday. We started calling it Club 39 as a tribute to Branch 39. Kind of a club within a club.” Shane says joining the Legion has been awesome. “The Is your preschooler experiencing developmental environment here is very warm and welcoming. And you can delays or challenges with speech-language or see how they honour service and you just feel like you are motor-skill development—big or small? The wholeheartedly accepted and appreciated.” PALS program could help! He explains that it’s not just the environment at Branch 39 that’s special. “It’s the work volunteers do there for veterans and Find out if the PALS pre-kindergarten program their families and their communities. They do a lot of fundraisis a good fit for your child. Apply now for a free, ers that help strengthen and build the community.” speech-language assessment. Shannon adds, “The Legion and its mandate mean a lot to us and the fundraising to support programs for veterans would not PALS locations: Ardrossan, Fort Saskatchewan, be possible without the commitment and passion of all the volunLamont, Mundare, Sherwood Park, Vegreville teers. Branch 39 is fortunate to have a dedicated and tremendous group of volunteers who work tirelessly to fulfil the commitments of the Legion in support of veterans and the community. Call 780-417-8219 The Legion is such an important part of Vegreville, to show eips.ca/pals/registration our thanks by supporting and advocating for veterans, remembering their sacrifices and helping support services within our community. The Legion is a place to meet with friends, support local events, ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING and if you are lucky, you can sit and talk with a veteran.” Lavoy Action Society
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New Kiew Parish Donates to Relief Efforts in Ukraine
Members of the New Kiew Ukrainian Catholic Church of Holy Ascension were pleased to donate over $4,000 to relief efforts in Ukraine. The Parish matched the first $1,000 of donations collected from members and guests attending the New Kiew Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League 75th Anniversary celebration held earlier this month. (Doug Cholowski/Submitted Photo)
Summer Job Opportunity Two Hills Regional Waste Management Commission Position for Summer Worker is available at the Two Hills Regional Landfill 14 Km's east of Two Hills. Duties: Cutting grass at the Landfill and Transfer Sites, weed eating, picking litter, working in the Gate house, and other duties as needed. Qualifications: a valid class 5 driver's license. Must be 16 years of age. Ability to run tractor with mower 5 days a week – Monday – Friday. Some Saturdays. Salary: $18.50/Hr Closing Date: April 15, 2022. Start Date: April 26, 2022 End Date: September 2,2022 Submit a resume either to the County of Two Hills Office 4818-50 ave. Two Hills or the Two Hills Regional Landfill 550066- Rg. Rd 114 (Twp Rd 550 and Rg. Rd. 114 North) Mail To: Two Hills Landfill Box 490 4818-50 Ave Two Hills, AB T0B 4K0
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Wireless Internet Technician VM Systems has an opening for a Wireless Internet Technician. This position is casual or part time with the option of permanent full time for the right person. Independent contractors will also be considered. Location: Vegreville based - 70% In the field, travel required. Skill Requirements: ! Grade 12 Education, ! Drivers License, ! Ability To Work At Heights, ! Experience With Hand Tools, ! Basic Computer Skills, ! Ability To Use Troubleshooting Equipment, ! Good Problem Solving, ! Self Motivated, ! Good Command Of The English Language. Type of Work: Servicing and monitoring of internet services. Installation and maintenance of wireless transmission hardware including radios, dishes and cables. All associated record keeping and paperwork. Must be bondable and be able to pass security clearances. Fall Protection will be required. Please apply with resume by fax or email to: VM Systems. hr@vm-systems.com Fax 1-780-801-2628
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Employment Opportunity The Town of Mundare requires summer students to assist with various du es in the Public Works department. Du es will include general labour, cu ng grass, weed ea ng, assis ng with landscaping, special event set-up and tear-down, working the occasional weekend and assis ng other staff as required. These are seasonal posi ons from May 2—August 31, 2021. Class 5 Drivers licence as well as steel toed boots/shoes required. Applica ons are available on our web site www.mundare.ca to print out and fill, or submit your resume in confidence by Friday, April 8 to: 5128 50 Street, by mail by fax 780-764-2003 or e-mail to reception@mundare.ca. Please make sure your resume is in office format if emailing.
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two individuals suffering from minor injuries. Both were transported to the local hospital and treated for their injuries. The investigation indicates an altercation occurred between a group of individuals in the school parking lot which resulted in the victims receiving minor injuries. RCMP conducted patrols in the area and located the involved individuals. One individual was arrested and charges are pending. No further information about this incident is anticipated.
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Housing and Homelessness Growing Crisis in Communities Michelle Pinon New Advertiser Affordable housing is a crisis in Canada. While the effects are largely felt in urban cities, it’s a growing issue that also affects smaller rural communities. The Federation of Canadian Municipalities, (FCM) an organization that advocates for members across the country, have been involved in this issue for several years. FCM stated that, “In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic required all levels of government to scale-up existing efforts to combat Canada’s housing crisis. FCM worked with the federal government to develop the Rapid Housing Initiative (RHI). FCM believes, “Ensuring everyone has a place to live must be our collective priority. This includes action to address all forms of homelessness, ensuring appropriate homes for both young families and seniors. It also means expanding housing in both market and non-market sectors and programs to preserve and upgrade existing affordable housing stock.” In October of 2021 a Housing and Basic Needs Task Force was established with the support of Vegreville & District FCSS. Funding for the position of coordinator and projects was pro-
vided by the federal government through the department of Employment and Social Development Canada. Phil Rowe, Community Services Director for the Town of Vegreville, pointed out that a specific funding stream for “Rural and Remote Homelessness and the community entity that manages grant applications for this area is through the Rural Development Network, (RDN). Coordinator Tracey Yule has been collecting local data with guidance from RDN and will be conducting the housing and service needs estimation survey in the community. Following that, next steps required for this project will be determined. Rowe said, “The overall aim is to work better together to address the social needs of housing and basic needs of residents in our rural community.” Some of those needs were identified in September of 2021.
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Rowe said, “it was brought to the attention of FCSS through the Vegreville Interagency group that our non-profit sector experiencing an increase in residents needing help with housing, basic needs, and some of them have no cell phone, data, or computer available, and as a result are struggling to communicate with provincial and federal programs and services who offer financial assistance. Plus, the closure of the local shelter and lack of transportation were also identified.” Funding for the coordinator’s position will end on March 31, but Rowe said FCSS has applied for a funding extension until June 30.
Skills & Experience: -Ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment -Basic knowledge of tools & power tools -Be able to handle items weighing up to 50lbs -Able to work effectively in a team setting Responsibilities: -Use power hand tools safely -Work on assembly line in a team setting -Install decals, silicone & adhesives -Install trailer wiring and decking -Mount and fasten aluminum sheets and trim
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Seasonal Employment Opportunities ã Labourers ã Flaggers ã Experienced Paving Operators ã Class 3 and 1 Drivers
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Vegreville 4-H Beef Club Members Give their Hands to Larger Service Michelle Pinon News Advertiser My hands to larger service is one part of the 4-H motto, and it is exemplified in many different ways at the national, provincial and local level. Members of the Vegreville 4-H Beef Club recently exemplified this by volun-
Vegreville 4-H Beef Club members with several Rocky Mountain Equipment employees. Pictured from L-R: David Sen, Kristin Ogrodnick, Cody Weleschuk, Corbyn Ziegler, Cooper Axten, Avery Ziegler, Brady Weleschuk, Paiten Axten, Teegan Axten, Ally Pocock, Heinrich Fourie, Kelly Weleschuk, Peter Bullock, Peter Weibe, Kady McKinney and Kelly Doyle. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
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teering to serve lunch during a spring training clinic at Rocky Mountain Equipment in Vegreville. “4-H, I believe is amazing in every aspect,” says Leader Kelly Weleschuk. 4-H Canada has been in existence for more than 100 years and has over 23,500 members and 8,500 volunteers. “It teaches the kids work ethic because they have to get out there and feed those steers. My children feed them morning and night. You have to halter break them, and get them ready for achievement day which includes washing them, grooming them and clipping them. On top of that, they have to do communications event, which is public speaking, and that is another great point.” Kelly says it helps members get out into the community and speak to people whether it’s asking for donations or inviting them to their annual show and sale. Each year the club performs a community service activity. This year members volunteered their time as well as donated Consignment Auction $500 as a club to the Vegreville Christmas See Back Page for Details Bureau. Other activities members have been involved in include: record book clinic, public speaking workshop, and communications clinic. There are many more activities to come in the near future as members will learn writing pysanky, tour dairy barn at the Vegreville Hutterite Colony, attend a grooming and showman-
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Canadian Pacific Railway Employees Back to Work Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Agricultural producers and grain elevator companies are breathing a collective sigh of relief after Canadian Pacific Railway, (CP) announced that it had reached a deal with the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference, (TCRC) and Train and Engine, (T&E) on March 22. The work stoppage lasted only two days. In a news release CP that it will “immediately begin working with customers to resume normal train operations across Canada as soon as possible.” CP President Chief Executive Officer Keith Creel said, “CP is pleased to have reached agreement with the TCRC Negotiating Committee to enter into binding arbitration and end this work stoppage.” The agreement allowed the company and its employees to resume normal operations. TCRC represents approximately 3,000 locomotive engineers, conductors, and train and yard workers across Canada. “Disruptions can be very bad, as both rail companies can see changes from lockout and strike actions, leading to possible rate increases because of the demand and capacity needs,” stated Jay Zaal, Communications Coordinator for Lamont County. “Ottawa needs to act by making rail an essential service under the Canada Labour Code and not allow either one company or
one union to shut down the nation’s rail network which is our economy’s lifeblood,” stated Wade Sobkowich, Executive Director of the Western Grain Elevator Association, (WGEA). “Grain elevators situated on CP lines are beholden to a monopoly service provider and do not have any competitive options in shipping grain to flour mills, grain processing facilities and feedlots both domestically and internationally. Rail service is essential to get grain off the Prairies to customers and ports across North America and globally.” He pointed out that, “Despite this year’s 35 percent smaller than average crop due to drought, the railways have struggled to meet even half of our weekly demands for rail service the past few months.”
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Dear Classified Guys, There's one thing I hate when I hold a garage sale…early birds! People show up at 7am ready to shop. They have a lot of nerve. I'm not even out of bed yet and people are knocking on my door wondering where the tables are. Any idea on how to deal with them? My wife said that chasing them out of the yard with one of the fry pans from the garage sale was unacceptable.
Duane “Cash” Holze & Todd “Carry” Holze
• • • Cash: If you don't want to actually chase them, you can always turn on the lawn sprinklers. That's usually good for a laugh. Carry: While I agree that it's no fun when people storm your driveway at dawn, early birds are still potential customers. If your goal is to sell all your items, you may want to wake up a little earlier and be prepared. Cash: Early birds typically show up an hour or two before your sale opens. I've had them come as early as 6am. Although if they show up that early, I insist they bring me coffee! Carry: You can try posting "No early birds" in your newspaper ad, but let's be honest. If these people are bold enough to show up at
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7am, a simple request in an ad will not deter them. Your best bet is to just be prepared. Cash: To save yourself some time in the morning, lay out your items on tables the day before the sale. You can store everything in the garage or under tarps to keep them safe and dry. In the morning, just move the finished tables out into the yard and set up any miscellaneous items. Carry: Early birds are just trying to get the deals before everyone else. Some are antique dealers looking for the rare find, but most are avid garage sale enthusiasts hoping for a bargain.
In either case, it's a good idea to stay firm on your price. If an early bird is interested in the item, it's likely someone else will want it during the course of the day. Cash: If early shoppers continue to annoy you, there are still a few things you can do to turn them away. Besides posting it in your ad, place a sign at the edge of your driveway saying "No early birds." Those that show up prematurely will hopefully heed the warning. If not, simply tell them you're not open for business yet. Carry: And if all else fails, you can always pull out your frying pan.
So what's the best day to hold a garage sale? Overwhelmingly, Saturdays are voted the favorite among avid shoppers. Saturday garage sales are likely to get two to three times more people than a Friday or Sunday sale. With the proper advertising, that could mean selling all your stuff in one day and taking Sunday off. Start advertising your garage sale several days in advance. Newspaper ads should appear starting Wednesday and signs should be posted with the date of the sale a few days in advance.
Caffeinated Sales Want to wake up your garage sale customers? Try putting out a fresh pot of coffee. It's a small cost that goes a long way. Many people need their morning coffee to settle into the day and relax. And relaxed people are more likely to make a purchase. Be sure to mention "Free Coffee" in your newspaper ad. It should be enough to make your garage sale the first stop. •
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Reader Humor Breakfast Special When my husband and I held our yard sale, we agreed that any "early birds" would be turned away, no questions asked. On the morning of our sale, my husband went to set up outside while I prepared inside. As I looked out the window, I noticed a guy rustling through the stuff in the driveway. I rushed to the front door to tell my husband. But when I opened the door, he was standing there watching the man. "What are you doing?" I asked. "I thought we said no early birds." I realized he was outsmarted when he wiped powdered sugar from his chin and said, "I know, but he brought me coffee and donuts." (Thanks to Melinda G.)
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Vegreville Wranglers U18 A Team Wins League Championship scoring on a shorthanded penalty shot to break the ice. Next up was Redwater who we battled hard all year. Game 1 in Vegreville went to us 6-4. Game 2 back in Redwater the boys came out a bit slow and got down a couple goals in the second period but couldn’t battle back. Game 3 back in Vegreville the boys came out on a mission scoring in the first minute of both the first and third periods. With solid goaltending from third year stopper Dylan Batog, and an overall strong team game, the game was never in doubt, and we prevailed 4-1. Soon, the team will be heading to Brooks to compete in Provincials. Ogrodnick went to Provincials as a player in peewee and senior hockey and as a coach with the Jr B’s. “It is very difficult to get to provincials, you must win your league in order to get to go. For some of these kids it is their first time and once in a lifetime opportunity.”
Back row L-R: Assistant Coach Brian Bilyk, Head Coach Trevor Ogrodnick, Aiden Douglas Krill, Colby Warawa, Ryan Ogrodnick, Kade Dickinson, Dawson Palamarek, Ethan Bast, Connor Webb, Logan Bork, Wyatt Ziegler and Assistant Coach James Couch. Front row L-R: Jack Harrison, Tristan Bilyk, Colton Boyko, Dylan Batog, Max Kokotyn and Carter Ogrodnick. (Vegreville Wranglers/Submitted Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Members of the Vegreville Wranglers U18 A team finished off the season by winning the U18 Tier 3 Northern Alberta Interlock Hockey League championship on March 13. Head Coach Trevor Ogrodnick was thrilled with the final outcome, and said they had a really good season finishing with a record of 12-3-3 for 27 points. “We were a very well rounded team with exceptional goaltending and team commitment to defence and systems. We had a close group of kids that all
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CP RAil - CONTINUED from PAGE 13 penalties. If they extend a contract, they have to pay penalties, and those costs are passed onto the elevators and then onto producers. “We were already paying penalties before the work stoppage.” Those additional costs are passed on to elevators, who by and large pass those on to producers. WGEA owns six port terminals in Vancouver, Prince Rupert, Thunder Bay and the St. Lawrence Seaway. WGEA is the trade association of grain companies operating in Canada, which collectively handles 90 percent of Western Canada’s bulk grain exports. WGEA represents six elevator companies, which includes: Viterra, Cargill, Parrish & Heimbecker, G3 Canada, Richardson Pioneer and Paterson Grain.
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MARY HOHOL In loving memory of my dear sister who passed away March 09, 2021 When my thoughts go back As they often do, I treasure the memories I have of you. This day is remembered And quietly kept No words are needed So missed by your sister Sonja
Koss, Dan Oct. 4, 1924 - Mar. 28, 2007 Time slips by and life goes on, But from our hearts you’re never gone. We think about you always, We talk about you too, We have so many memories, But wish we still had you. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by Terry Sereda, Bob and Elaine Perlik Family
SADOWAY, Doreen 1925-2022 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother and great grandmother on March 16, 2022. Left to mourn are her daughters Charlotte (Neil) McKellar, Cynthia (Paul) Dusseault, and son Wes (Pat) Sadoway; grandchildren Chris (Tracy), Cody, Shane (Kelly), Carmen (Colin), Angelique, Marisa, Mark (Michelle), and Melissa (Jason); seven great grandchildren; sisters Agnes and Margie and brother Bob. Doreen was predeceased by her husband Eugene, daughter Claudia and infant son Randy. Doreen was a sweet, compassionate lady who was loved dearly by all her family. She was truly a treasure and will be deeply missed. Cremation will take place with a memorial service to be followed at a later date. In honor of Mom, donations may be made to “Canada Ukraine Foundation” at any Service Credit Union or online.
YUSKOW, FREDA July 16, 1941 – March 18, 2022 On Friday, March 18, 2022, Freda Yuskow of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 80 years. Freda is survived by her loving son Greg (Teresa) and family; and one brother Harry Kshyk. She was predeceased by her husband Walter; one son Kennth; her parents Andrew and Jenny Kshyk; one brother Peter Kshyk; and one sister Patt Kshyk-Martz. Cremation has taken place and a private inurnment will follow at a later date. A special thank you to the doctors and staff of the Vegreville Care Centre for their kindness and support in caring for Freda. Memorial donations may be made to “Parkinson Association of Alberta” c/o 120, 6835 Railway St. SE, Calgary, AB.,T2H 2V6. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800
Mike J. Lesoway September 13, 1925 - March 23, 2011 To my kind and thoughtful Dad; I watched you suffer, I heard you sigh, But all I could do was just stand by. When you time came, I suffered too, For you never deserved what you went through. I sat by your bedside and prayed to God above, I held your hand with tenderness and love. No one knows the heartache I tried so hard to hide, No one knows how many times I cried. Looking back with tenderness, along the path we’ve trod, I bless the many years we had and leave the rest to God. It’s lonely here without you, I miss you more each day, For life is not the same to me since you went away. I always think of you with love and sad regrets I will always love you dearly, I will never forget. Love you to the moon and back, Dad Miss you always. Hugs and Kisses Debbie.
WASNEA, Oliver Sidney May 24, 1940 In loving memory of my dear husband who passed away March 22, 2017. “The Spirit of a loving heart will live in memory forever.” Always in my thoughts and prayers with love. Nadia
Margaret Wallace Margaret Wallace was born in Norwich, Norfolk, UK on July 9, 1942 and passed away on February 6, 2022 in Camrose, Alberta. She was predeceased by her husband Gerald and son Glen. She is survived by her sons Karl and Paul (Elizabeth), and two granddaughters Isabella and Gemma. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, April 9, 2022 at the Camrose United Church (4829 50 Str). Seating will be limited to enable social distancing. Please contact the church to reserve a seat (780-6722176). For those wishing to make a charitable donation in memory of Margaret, the family suggests the Cross Cancer Institute. To send condolences, please visit www.burgarfuneralhome.com. Burgar Funeral Home Camrose & Daysland (4817 51 Ave, Camrose, Alberta T4V 0V4) in care of arrangements. 780-672-2121 “Dedicated service since 1906”
EWANEC, Shirley On March 18, 2022, Mrs. Shirley Ann Ewanec of Myrnam passed away at the age of 81 years. She is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Henry; her children, Iris Brown, Dennis Ewanec & Connie (Art) Brodbin; grandchildren, Charissa (Doug), Travis (Megan), Jasmine (Spencer), Kali & Tom; great-grandchildren, Aidan, Jacob, Molly, Brantley & Lily; sisters, Mildred (Gerhard), Agnes (Don) & Lavina; sister-in-law, Irene. Mrs. Ewanec was predeceased by her parents, Bill & Mary Bugera; sister, Elizabeth; brother, Morris; son-in-law, Mel; brother-in-law, Wally. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. To send condolences online, please visit www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com. GRACE GARDENS FUNERAL CHAPEL, 5626 - 51 Street, St. Paul, AB T0A 3A1 780-645-2677 www.gracegardensfuneralchapel.com
FLORENCE MARIE MURPHY (LaDouceur) In loving memory of Florence Marie Murphy (LaDouceur) Dec 1, 1934 to March 15, 2020. Your Mother Is Always With You She’s the whisper of the leaves as you walk down the street, She’s the smell of certain foods you remember, flowers you pick, the fragrance of life itself. She’s the cool hand on your brow when you’re not feeling well, she’s your breath in the air on a cold winter’s day. She is the sound of the rain that lulls you to sleep, the colors of a rainbow, she is Christmas morning. Your mother lives inside your laughter. She’s the place you came from, your first home, And she’s the map you follow with every step you take. She’s you first love, your first friend, even your first enemy, but nothing on Earth can separate you. Not time, not space…not even death. Never Forgotten and will Always be remembered and loved by Sister: Verna LaDouceur Pezderic, Brother: Victor LaDouceur, Son: Kenneth Murphy & Family, Daughters: Jeannette (Dewey) Watt & Family, Patricia Murphy & Family
MILLER, Allen P. March 21, 2020 Today recalls the memory Of a loved one gone to rest, And those who think of him today Are those who loved him best. The flowers we lay upon his grave May wither and decay, But the love for him who lies beneath Will never fade away. Missed by your loving family and friends
BROYLES, Judy November 24, 1935 – March 18, 2022 On Friday, March 18, 2022, Judy Broyles of Sherwood Park, Alberta peacefully passed away at Century Park in Vegreville at the age of 86 years. Judy is survived by one son Bryan (Bea); two grandsons Patrick (Judah) and Alex; one sister-in-law Jeanette Geavreau; niece Andy (Dennis) Babiuk along with their daughter Jennifer (Steven) and their children; and numerous other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends. Judy was predeceased by her husband Bob; her parents Charles and Blanche; brothers Edmon, Bert, Paul, Gabrielle, Charles, and Jules. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 25, 2022, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church (5437 - 43 St,) in Vegreville, Alberta with Father Joy Vadakkan as the Celebrant. Interment to follow at a later date in Glenwood Memorial Gardens in Sherwood Park, Alberta. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Alzheimer’s Society of Alberta” or charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800
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ROSKO, Olive THANK YOU The family of the late Olive Rosko would like to express their deepest appreciation for the many expressions of sympathy, kindness, and love that have been extended to our family during our time of loss of a wonderful Mother, Baba, Great-Baba and Great-Great Baba. Thank you to family, friends and neighbors for the calls, texts, flowers, cards, food trays, meals, and donations made to the Vegreville Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Olive’s name. Thank you to Father Damian for officiating the service, the Cantor, Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League, and the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church. We thank the grandsons (Dylan Cikaliuk and Colten Falebrenza), granddaughters (Kristin Cikaliuk and Brooklyn Falebrenza), and Son-in-Laws (Steven Pauk and Denis Falebrenza) for being Pallbearers and Olive’s Honorary Pallbearers (Christopher Klym and Taylor Krezanoski) for honoring Olive. Thank you to Olive’s Daughters (Connie Falebrenza and Shelly Cikaliuk) for the most touching eulogy. Special thanks to Denis and Colten Falebrenza for the
beautiful power-point presentation capturing the life of our Mom, Baba, Great-Baba and Great-Great Baba. Thank you to Bobbi-Jo Sebree and Blake Pauk for the most amazing delicious dinner. A heartfelt thank you to Doctor Strydom, his staff, AHS Nurses, Home Care Nurses, Home Care Aids, and EMS for the care Olive always received when needed for so many years. To Emily Gulevich and the incredible staff of St. Michaels Manor, past and present, thank you for the care and attention you gave Olive throughout her many years of residency. A special thanks to Jackie Horvat from AHS for her support, professionalism, caring, and compassion she always showed to our Mom, Baba, Great-Baba and Great-Great Baba. To Patti, Gordon, and Victoria of Autumn Rose, a very special thank you for your comfort, kindness, and support through such a difficult time. Your professionalism is second to none. Our deepest gratitude to everyone who supported our family during the loss of our loved one who was so special to us. Olive will always be in our hearts and is deeply missed.
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Vegreville United Church held a St. Patrick’s Day Stew Supper on March 17. Coordinator Holly Cependa said, “We chose St. Patrick’s Day as a theme because it’s such a fun way to recognize the ‘wee bit o’ Irish’ in us all. The crew of volunteers was Some of the kitchen volunteers. absolutely amazing! They Pictured from L-R: Pat Buehler, Rob Bown, Antoinette were a pleasure to work with. Fortier and Shirley Rattray. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo) We had approximately 35 takeout orders and about 35 or more people who chose to dine in. We raised a little more than $900 and since everything was donated so that is pure profit. All the proceeds will go into the general funds for the United Church. This helps to fund things like our programs and keep the building maintained.” Colleen Pomeroy said she really enjoyed the stew. “It was really good because the beef in the stew was really tender and pleasant tasting.”
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energy crisis - CONTINUED from PAGE 6 by war, the importance of unleashing Canada’s enormous oil resources has never been clearer. During Trudeau’s recent trip to Latvia, a reporter asked whether Canada could help make up the oil supply shortage. His answer illustrated the fanatical depth of our leader’s worship at the net-zero altar: “We will be there to support, as the world moves beyond Russian oil and indeed, beyond fossil fuels, to have more renewables in our mix.” This incredible answer comes at a time when innocent Ukrainians and their beautiful country are being ravaged by a megalomaniac who threatens the world with nuclear Armageddon.
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No doubt Russian President Putin is grateful to Trudeau for helping him control world oil markets by having hamstrung Canada’s “energy superpower” potential. It was Putin’s predecessor, Vladimir Lenin, who coined the phrase “useful idiots.” Never before have I been ashamed of being a Canadian. I pray for new political leadership that will make me and millions of other dispirited Canadians proud of our country again. Gwyn Morgan is a retired business leader who has been a director of five global corporations.
Oldie but goodie - CONTINUED from PAGE 18 this amazing program to the kids. It’s so good for their confidence and communication. It’s great to see kids put their heart and soul into something they truly love. There is a lot of volunteer work that goes into being able to keep the club going. This year a new executive was voted in and we are so grateful to have the past executive still around to help us out. They have been amazing and helpful in every way.” Ambyr said they are currently looking for a new coach
for the next season, and have strong hopes they will be able to find one. “I think it’s so important for our community to be able to offer activities for kids, especially being a small town.” The kids have been working very hard this season, and I notice a difference in them thanks to our great coach Juline Sieben. Our skaters have attended a few elements events this year in Viking and St. Paul. Our StarSkaters have competed in a few competitions as well.”
Guest skaters Sean and Keanna Lough. (Michelle Pinon/ Photo)
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Planning to rent out your home? If so, here’s a brief guide to ensure you don’t forget any essential to-dos. Renovate, repair and refresh Before putting your house up for rent, determine what renovations you should complete. Make sure the walls are freshly painted, the appliances up to date and all cracks and leaks are sealed and caulked. You’ll also want to do a deep clean of the house.
Remove items you want to keep If you’re renting out a furnished home, remove all valuables and any belongings you don’t want your tenants to use. Collect evidence of your home’s condition Document the home’s condition by taking pictures—you’ll use these to determine if the house is still in good shape when the renters move out. Notify the appropriate people Keep in mind that you’ll need to notify your mortgage and insurance companies before renting out your house as well as invest in landlords’ insurance. Though potentially lucrative, being responsible for a property you don’t inhabit yourself is no small undertaking. In addition to the practical steps above, make sure you mentally prepare for all that’s involved with becoming a landlord.
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Spring East Central Machinery Consignment Auction Starts Opening April 1st, 2022 & Starts Ending on April 5th, 2022 Lamont County - Online Auction - Lamont Sales Yard: (780) 208-2508 Location: Hwy #16 & Rge Rd 185 (1 Mile East of Hwy 834) - South Side of the Road
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