Vegreville News Advertiser - March 4, 2013

VOL. 66 NO. 09

The Paper That ’s Going Places!

MONDAY, MARCH 4, 2013

Vegreville goes pink!

(Left to right) Megan, Katarina and Ash are parading positive values with their pink shirts on February 27.

Students at St. Martin’s showed off the size of their heart(s) on Pink Shirt Day on February 27 in the gymnasium. (Photo Submitted)

Some of Vegreville’s finest, local physicians and staff took the time to support the Pink Shirt Day cause at work. (Photo Submitted)

(left to right) Judy Wall, Wanda Korpan, Cheryl Gottert and Gladys Menzak are some of the staff who promoted kindness and acceptance on Pink Shirt Day on February 27.

Bittersweet farewell party for AlClub Bingo See page 3 for story

Benoit speaks with St Mary’s students See page 6 for story

Wow! Classrooms were flowing with staff and students sporting pink shirts. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)

This young gal, Katleena Waterfield loves horses and people also, which she demonstrated by wearing a pink shirt while Amanda Campbell, Student Success Coach for M.O.D.E.L Project gives her a big hug.

Honoring and recollecting our history See page 19 for story

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Boston Pizza recognizes Vegreville location in awards program Boston Pizza Vegreville Submitted Boston Pizza International is proud to announce the winners of its 2012 All Stars Program which recognizes franchise restaurant locations that are exemplary in operational execution and exceptional guest experience. Restaurants across the country are measured on a wide variety of busi-

ness results, communications, guest comments and their commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.

“The All Stars Program is a unique internal recognition program which awards franchisees for their hard work and dedication to the Boston Pizza brand and restaurant experience,” said Caroline Schein, Vice President, People and Operations Development, Boston Pizza International.

“We take a 360-degree look at a combination of metrics in all areas of our business to select our highly-coveted

All Stars winners.”

In 2012, 27 locations from across Canada were recognized as All Star locations.

From this group, Boston Pizza Vegreville was among the top restaraunts recognized.

Boston Pizza International Inc. is Canada’s No. 1 casual dining brand with more than 340 restaurants in Canada. Annually, Boston Pizza serves more than 40 million guests. The company has been recognized as one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies and was named one of Canada’s 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures by Waterstone Human Capital for 2007 and 2008. Boston Pizza International Inc. is located in Richmond, B.C., and has regional offices in Mississauga, Ont., and Laval, Que. For more information, visit www.bostonpizza.com.

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Bittersweet farewell party for AlClub Bingo Hall much so that when the audience was waiting in line to eat, they were clapping their hands to the beat. Otherwise, the rhythm made a person want to get on their toes.

Later, there were speeches and the staff presented a gift of a Stone Garden Ornament to Mel Dicks.

As the association doesn’t own the building, Dicks said she wasn’t sure of the fate of the space.

Rosanne Fortier After more than 14 years, memories were held dear when AlClub Bingo Hall hosted their appreciation party.

“This is a social evening with a gathering of staff and volunteers so we could show our appreciation by giving a farewell party full of food and music,” Mel Dicks, manager said of the celebration of which 150 people attended on February 27.

During this time, partygoers filled the hall with chatter and laughter while Baba Jo’s kitchen prepared a feast with something for everyone to eat.

Staff and volunteers also donated food for this where the meal consisted of crackers, luncheon meats, chips, cheese, grapes, vegetables and dip, ham pinwheels, wiener rolls, chicken pieces, veggie squares, pork bits, pizza turnovers, potato salad, etc. and desserts for every taste.

While waiting, citizens shared their memories from the Bingo nights. Dwayne Hlady, President for VTSS stated that he started volunteering two years ago. “At first, my intentions were to get connections. You know how it is, I took the first step to volunteer over here because then I discovered groups that were available to help the organization I was involved in. If you help out people, they usually help you out too. This idea turned out to be successful. At

the same time, I really enjoyed volunteering for bingo and did this four to six times a month.

I’m sure going to miss doing this.”

Another volunteer spoke about a humorous tale that happened while she played bingo. “A man was quite territorial and he always sat on the same chair. One time a lady wasn’t feeling well and he could tell so he became so bothered by her suffering that he finally sat on another chair.”

Sherrie Faas, caller offered her memories also. “Well with 14 plus years, there are so many memories I don’t know how to pick one. There has been so many times when we laughed with the players and volunteers. Thank goodness, they know I loved to tease people. I broke out in “You are my Sunshine & hearing some little voices join me. I will miss them all,” Faas commented.

After this, the group Country Sunshine performed. Their music energized the hall, so

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Smile of the

WEEK

Geri Wayslow Occupation: Success Coach Likes: Coaching sports, outdoor winter activities Dislikes: line-ups, traffic

Next bingo hall better hit support jackpot Please print this letter on behalf of the “regular” bingo players that kept the Al-Club open for the fourteen-plus years. A big thank you from me, as I was one of those that attended most all the bingo’s and enjoyed it.

Now that it is no longer opened, we have to thank the Vegreville people for that; “not supporting their organizations.” There were about a dozen or so people from Vegreville that attended faithfully.

The only time you would see the others was when the pots were high or being played off (like last weekend) out of greed. They came to try and take if from the regulars. Those

same people would drive to Edmonton to play bingo but wouldn’t support their own organizations although our monies went back into Vegreville from the bingos.

We bingo regular players drove anywhere from 18-70 kilometers to attend bingo. Now we don’t have a bingo hall, staff don’t have their jobs anymore all thanks to you (you know who you are). If it ever comes about and we do get another bingo hall, please support it, not Edmonton.

M MacDougall Lavoy resident

Are you guilty?

This week another cat has appeared in our neighborhood. It is an orange tabby with only half a tail. At present he is up in my spruce tree hoping an unsuspecting bird will provide his dinner. Are you the guilty one who has dropped him off or disowned him once he is no longer something you want to be responsible for? Please do not think our

local animal care person gets any enjoyment out of disposing of these animals if he cannot find them a home. So to all who read this, if you can’t take care of a pet don’t have one and shame on anyone who would abandon an animal, especially in the middle of winter.

Phyllis Warburton

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Tax tips for Canadians over 50 - Income split and save: Seniors are allowed to split up to half of their eligible pension income with a spouse or common-law partner. Income splitting allows some seniors to enjoy a significant tax reduction. In the situation where the lower-income spouse has very little income, the tax savings are substantial.

- Get your benefits: Any senior receiving Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) through Old Age Security should file on time to ensure their benefits continue uninterrupted.

- Transfer amounts: If your spouse is unable to completely offset his or her age amount, pension income and disability amount against tax payable, he or she may transfer the unused portion to your return.

- Caregiver amount: If you live with your children and you are over 65, they may be able to claim a caregiver amount for you if your income is less than $18,906.

- Foreign pension income: Pensions from foreign countries may be subject to special tax treatment under the terms of a tax treaty.

Always check with a tax professional to find out if the pension you receive from a foreign source is taxable in Canada.

- Split your CPP and save: You may be able to split part of your CPP retirement benefits with your spouse depending on how long you lived together when you were contributing to the plan. This is an advantage if one senior is in a higher tax bracket than the other. However, to do so, you must apply to

Human Resources & Social Development Canada using Form ISP-1002. It cannot be done at the time of tax preparation.

- Medical expenses can add up: If you purchase medical insurance for a trip or wintering in another country, it is considered a medical expense. Medical expenses are calculated based on income so the lower income spouse should claim them And if you have to travel to obtain medical treatment that was not available where you live, you may be able to claim the cost of transportation, meals and accommodation.

A tax professional at H&R Block can talk about other credits and deductions that may affect you.

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Benoit speaks with St Mary’s students Michael Simpson Staff Writer Vegreville-Wainwright MP Leon Benoit took some time on the morning of February 19 to speak to the grade 12 classes of St. Mary’s High School. He explained what his background was, gave a history leading up to his election nearly 20 years earlier.

Benoit started out on a farm he bought during his last year of University. “Back then, you could still get approved for 100 per cent financing, which I was,” he told students. “In the winters I worked as an economist, setting up information sessions educating farmers and lawyers. I worked roughly the same area as my constituency is now.”

Benoit said he and a friend started up the local Reform constituency, a party headed

at the time by long-time politician Preston Manning.

After being a mover and shaker behind the scenes locally, Benoit said he was repeatedly encouraged to run for office, and following a conference he attended at which Manning spoke, Benoit filed papers and won his riding in 1993.

Following this, he took questions from staff and students that spanned oilsands development and the future of agriculture, as well as the importance of gaining the right training to succeed after graduating high school.

“With $650 billion in new projects coming to Canada, it’s important to get the right education. There’s courses at NAIT, or at Lakeland College in Vermillion that can help you,” Benoit said. He went

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Vegreville – Wainwright MP Leon Benoit addressed grade 12 students at St Mary’s High School on Feb 19 about the economy, the future, and how farming and following Preston Manning led him into federal politics. (Michael Simpson/Photos)

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As Chair of the Natural Resources Committee in Ottawa, Benoit informed the students about a push to exploit newer, more efficient nuclear technologies that make greater use of fission materials, including previously spent rods.

Benoit said that a move towards nuclear energy as a fallback for power supply

instead of natural resources will satisfy the increasing demand in Canada’s major urban centers, as well as that of industry.

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Andrew Grade 12 Students Held a Successful Pancake Supper

There was a great turnout at the Andrew Community Centre for the Pancake Supper. Many stayed & visited with friends while they waited to see who won the 50/50 draw and the many raffle prizes.

The silent auction tables were a busy place as bids were checked and rechecked before bidding was called to an end.

Rori Anderson takes a big bite of pancake during the Andrew School grade 12 fundraiser. (Photos Submitted)

Andrew School students hosted a Pancake Supper on Shrove Tuesday, February 13 at the Andrew Community Centre. (l-r Zach Kroetsch, Blaine Hrehorets, Zach Flasha). This was a grad fundraiser, well attended, and very successful!

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Canola retains its spot as the top revenueproducing crop for Canadian farmers.

Canola Council of Canada Submitted

Farm gate receipts for canola deliveries in 2012 were $8.1 billion in Canada,

according to estimates in Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada’s Farm Income

Forecast released today.

That is 5.4 per cent higher than the final Statistics Canada tally of $7.7 billion for canola in 2011.

Wheat generated $6.3 billion in farm gate receipts in 2012. AAFC forecast total farm cash receipts for all crops at a record $29.0 billion for 2012, a 12 per cent increase over 2011.

Total farm cash receipts for all livestock are estimated at $21.1 billion, a 4 per cent increase over 2011. ‘’Canola continues to lead all crops in Canada when it comes to farm gate revenue,” says Patti Miller, president of the Canola Council of Canada.

“Generating $8.1 billion for growers in 2012 reflects on the power of the whole value chain. Canola’s success in the field and on the farm ripples through the Canadian economy, supporting thousands of other jobs in research, crop inputs, grain handling, exporting and processing.”

The revenue increase is based on increased acres but also strong prices, which reflect strong global demand for canola products. “The world wants the healthy oil and productive animal feed that canola provides, and that means continued strong demand for Canadian canola,” Miller says.

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Cougars Display Basketball Brilliance

Courtney King Student Reporter The Vegreville Composite High School Cougars hosted their annual Senior High Boys basketball tournament on the weekend of Friday February 22. On that day, the action kicked off at 1:00 in the afternoon with the Cougars facing off against the Elk Point Crusaders.

The boys started their weekend off positively; beating the Crusaders sixtyseven points to thirteen.

Vegreville Composite held a strong lead throughout the entire game. It proved to be a good first match, sending the boys off to Saturday’s games with an edge of confidence. The team was back in the gym at 1:30 the next day, this time with the Ashmont Falcons as their opposition. As the game proceeded, intensity rose as the score continuously bounced back and forth between the two teams. The crowd watched with antici-

pation while the boys battled, hoping to reign victorious. In an unfortunate turn of events for the Cougars, the Falcons were able to push ahead as the game progressed. After the buzzer sounded, the final score read fifty-one over

thirty-nine; Ashmont taking the victory. It was a tough loss for the Cougars to swallow as they had fought very hard through the entire game. This being said, the boys were still able to walk away from the match without shame as they had given a stellar performance.

The loss against Ashmont left the Vegreville boys to play for the bronze medal at 6:45 the same evening.

Acting as the rival team in this playoff match were the St. Joseph’s Saints. The game began and it became clear that both teams equally thirsted for the win.

Around the court sat many parents and fans, watching as the leader of the game changed even more frequently than in the Cougars’ previous match. As the third quarter ended, the score board read twenty-five points for Vegreville and twenty-one points for St. Joseph’s. The home town team held the advantage as the fourth quarter began but the trend of quick score changes continued as the Saints began to gain momentum. With the end of the game looming, the Cougars trailed by only one point. A game as close as this required both teams to

play to their highest ability, testing their drive and stamina. The final seconds faded with the Cougars and Saints both still playing with full intensity. In a final effort, St. Joseph’s was able to hold the lead and end the game. The final score was forty-seven points for the Saints against the Cougars’ forty-three. Although the boys fell just short of a metal, they left the tournament with a strong fourth, making their school proud.

After the championship match finished, the official standings showed the St. Jeromes Spartans in first, Ashmont Falcons in second and St. Joseph’s Saints with the bronze above the Vegreville boys. The tournament served as an excellent platform for the Cougars to showcase their talent before their community and test their abilities in preparation for their zone tournament at the end of the season.

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UPCOMING EVENTS / NOTICES

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World-class archer setting sights on championship in Italy

Lisa Topilko Volunteer Services Coordinator Vegreville FCSS As the coordinator of Volunteer Services at FCSS, it gives me great pleasure to introduce a local volunteer who

also happens to be a worldclass athlete. James Tracey is an expert at 3-D Archery and is on Team Canada in the Barebow Division, set to compete at the World Archery 3-D Championships in Sassari, Italy in October, 2013. What sets James apart from other athletes is that he teaches his sport to 70 local youth three nights per week (plus many weekend competitions). Yes, 70 Vegreville and area kids are benefitting from his time and talents, engaging in a sporting

activity with a great organization, the Vegreville Wildlife Federation (VWF).

James works here in town for Telus, and has lived here for 2 and a-half years. He’s married to Angel and has two children, one of whom is also an archer.

He has worked hard with VWF at setting up the Youth Archery Program here in Vegreville and has his sights on local youngsters earning placement at national competitions. He’s not in this just for himself; he really wants the local youth program to grow and thrive.

It takes a lot of resources to get to Italy for a competition, and James has some good friends and fellow archers who are organizing a fund-raising dinner. Donations are being sought to cover expenses so that Vegreville can proudly send this athlete and community volunteer to represent us (and Alberta and Canada) at this international sporting event. Please contact me at the Volunteer Centre at FCSS to show your support for this local volunteer/athlete! 780632-3966 (volunteers@vegreville.com

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The sign of a heavy winter

Zane Gunderson (5 years) stands on what was a snowdrift in the intersection out in the country south of Ryley. After the grader cleared the gravel road this is where all the snow had to go. The storm was Feb 12. (Nicole Gunderson/Photo)

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Assortment of approx 70 lb square hay bales $1.00 ea. 20 nice green oats straw bales $25.00 each. PH: 780-363-2147

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Loft suite w/own entry in Vegreville. $975/mo. DD same. Inc heat, power & water. Avail immediately. Call Matt 780-632-2698 2 bdrm bsmt suite w/basic utilities & extras w/options. Avail April 15, mature responsible person(s) $900/mo D/D required. More info 780-632-2440

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

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BLACK ANGUS, MAINE ANJOU, MAINE/ANGUS CROSS BULLS FOR SALE. BLACK & POLLED, YEARLINGS & TWO YR OLDS. SEMEN TESTED. WILL KEEP UNTIL NEEDED. www.rusylviacattleco.com RUSYLVIA CATTLE CO. CALL KEN AT 780-741-2188 OR 780-787-0237

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Vegreville Multicultural Melodiants supplemented the Valentine’s Day treat for seniors at Vegreville Care Centre.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photos) Rosanne Fortier Live and love was the theme while red and white colors flashed around the room as Nettie Charuk pushed a 101 year old resident in her wheelchair to the rhythm from the music. While later upon request, she got up to dance.

This melody and vocal arrangements were performed by the Vegreville Multicultural Melodiants on February 13 at Vegreville Care Centre, where the residence was enveloped with Valentine’s Day flair.

Strawberry angel food shortcake was served. The refreshments were provided by Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League from the Holy Trinity Church, where resident’s eyes shone with their first glance at this food they were served, while others tapped toes and hands to the vivacious tunes.

There were vocal pieces also that had lyrics which discussed

joy, religion and ethnic culture with songs that included - My Faded Valentine, Are You Mine?, What a Friend We Have in Jesus, as well as, Ukrainian pieces.

The music went on with some melodies having a relaxed, slow tempo, while others blended in a snappier sound.

These performers create music at senior residences in town on an ongoing basis. One resident wanted to comment about how much he enjoyed the music. “The performances were all wonderful and I never get tired of music. I liked it so much that I want to purchase a CD. The cake was delicious too,” he said.

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News Advertiser Vegreville Regional Museum Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development, chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame. Open Year Round. June-Aug Tues-Fri 11-6, Sat-Sun 1-5. Sept-May phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www.vegreville.com (780)632-7650

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

Serving the communities greatest needs and making long lasting friendships is our goal. To join or for more information on our club contact Mike Webb 780-632-2666 Are you or someone you know living with a Brain Injury? We can help! The Alberta Brain Injury Initiative provides support, coordination and education for brain injury survivors and their families. For more information on our free services call 1-866-645-3900 Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish and Game Association) holds meetings first Thursday of every month at 7:00pm at Tapping Health 5146- 51St Ave., Vegreville.(Except July and August). Check website VWF. ca. Email: Vegrevillewildlife@gmail. com V.A.L.I.D. (Vegreville Association for Living in Dignity) provides a variety of programs and services to persons with disabilities. For more information and assistance please call 632-2418.

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

Interested in joining Ukrainain singing group. 1 day a week, Starting February 2008 PH: 632-4691 after 6:00pm Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at elks Hall Contact HRL Shirley Preuss 780-632-3565 or secretary Joyce Porayko 780-632-3830

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

by Donation.

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

Phone 632-6617.

Vegreville Community Daycare is a licensed facility for children ages 13 months to school age. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Mon-Fri. The Daycare has been in operation since 1990 & is run as a not-for-profit organization. To register, or for more information contact Carol Metz at the Daycare at 603-4417 Interested in Pottery? Come out & join the Vegreville Pottery Club.

Drop ins every Contact Sheila 780632-4698.

Our monthly meetings are held the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm at the Pottery Club in the basement of the Chamber Commerce office.

For more info please call Shelia 6324698 or Sue 780-764-0997. Please call about pottery classes.

Vegreville Peace Park Bookings – Please call Ed Wieclaw 780-6327914 The Vegreville Food Bank is located in the Vegreville Pentecostal Church at 4615 - Maple Street and is open Tuesday mornings 10 am - 12 pm July & August only & Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10 am - 12 pm September to June. Phone 632-6002 The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 6327070.

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

Vegreville Ambassador Program Visiting? Considering a move here?

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

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

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

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

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

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

Seniors’ Computer Sessions are every Wednesday 1 -3 PM. Bring your questions and our tutors will try to help you find the answers.

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

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

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

Oil Wives Club of Vegreville (and surrounding area) is always welcoming new members for fun, fellowship and the fostering of new friendships. We meet once a month at various locations for different activities. If interested please call for more information. Ellen at 780-6324922 or Glenda at 780-592-3889 VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills.

Phone: 632-7920 for interviews.

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

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

RO. 5:8 New hope church of God, Edmonton c. for the Nations Int.Veg. Doing God work together for yor good. J. Abelar. Ph. 632-2843

The Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club invites you to share your interests and ideas in classic & antique vehicles. Join us for our monthly meetings held the 1st Wednesday of the month (except January & August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Museum. It is not necessary to own a vehicle. PH: George 632-7729 or Orest 632-3495 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Mary 603-7783 Vegreville RC Flyers Clubmonthly meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Johns Lutheran Church basement, 4513 Maple ST. Anyone interested in radio controlled flying is welcome to attend. Contact Fred 658-2664, Perry 688-3542

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CARD OF THANKS A GREAT BIG THANK YOU to my children, grandchildren and great grandchildren for the well planned SURPRISE Birthday party for me.

Thank you to all that attended and which made this party so very special. Also thanks for all the floral arrangements, cards, gifts and well wishes which I truly appreciated.

May God Bless You All. Love Rose J. Hook

MEMORIAM

The Vegreville Multicultural Melodiants Entertain every 1st Wednesday at Vegreville Care Centre at 6:00pm, 2nd Wednesday at Heritage House at 6:30 pm, 3rd Wednesday at Homestead Lodge at 6:00 pm and every last Friday at Vegreville Manor at 7:00pm. “Do not sing duing the months of July & August” Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St Vegreville. For more information call Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418 Family and Friends of those who have been affected by someone’s drinking may find help through thefellowship of Al-Anon. NOTE CHANGE; Meetings now held every Monday at 8:00 p.m. at VEGREVILLE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH – 4615 Maple Street. For info write to Box 816, Vegreville, T9C 1R8 or phone Eleanor – 780-632-7506

DOBUSH, Bill Jan 22, 1931- Feb 21, 2008 Five years have passed I thought of you with love Today but that is nothing new.

I thought about you Yesterday and days before that too.

I think of you in silence I often speak your name All I have are memories and Your picture in a frame.

Your memory is my keepsake With which I’ll never part God has you in His keeping I have you in my heart.

Fondly remembered by Rick, Pat, Karla, Jake & Luke; Peggy, Don, Katrina & Michaela; Doug & Bryson

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ROMANIUK, Nestor Feb 18, 1930 – March 5, 2007 The rolling steam of life goes on.

But still a vacant chair Recalls the love, the voice, The smile of one who sat there.

So many things have happened Since you were called away.

So many things to share with you If you were here today They say time heals all sorrow And helps to forget But as for the time has only shown How much we miss you yet.

Forever loved and remembered by your wife Jean, children, Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren Rest in Peace Vichnaya Pamyiat

SASKIW, Katherine & John In loving memory of Katherine Saskiw who passed away February 22, 1979 John Saskiw who passed away January 23, 1983 We often think of bygone days When we were all together The family chain is broken now But memories will live forever To us our loved ones have not gone away Nor have they travelled far Just entered God’s eternal home And left the door ajar.

Lovingly remembered and greatly missed by daughter Rose J. Hook; daughter-in-law Betty Saskiw; grandchildren Shirley(Dave) Rattray, Brian Hook, Todd(Lori) and Trevor(Ellen) Saskiw; greatgrandchildren Dave(Kristin), Darren(Tammy), Dustin(Holly), Donovan(Breanne) Rattray and Tyrell(Krystal) Hook; great-greatgrandsons Sam, Ryo and Milo Saskiw and great-great-granddaughters Ryan Kipton, Peyton Rowan, and Willow Rattray

DREBIT, Stella Sept 1914 – March 2011 Two years have passed since you quietly left us Your love is still our guide and though we cannot see you, you are always by our side.

Always in our thoughts, Forever in our hearts.

Forever loved and deeply missed by your daughters, Maryann and Lillian; Grandsons, Mel & Remy, Dwayne & Becky, Wes & Gordon HOOK, John 1914-1966 In loving memory of our father who passed away March 4, 1966.

Remember him with a smile today He was not one for tears Reflect instead on memories Of all the happy years Recall to mind the way he spoke And all the things he said His strength, his stance, the way he walked Remember these instead The good advice he’d give us His eyes that shone with laughter So much of him will never die But live on ever after Miss you Dad and always will For though you’re gone we love you still.

Lovingly remembered by your daughters Albina, Dianna & Ruby and our families.

ZACHARUK, William January 12, 1919 – March 5, 2008 Five years have gone by since you passed away That’s when the chain has broken and nothing is the same.

Gone are the days we used to share together.

But in our hearts you are always there.

We miss you more than you know.

The gates of memories will never close.

For alot of things have changed since you left.

But life has to go on as is.

Sunshine passes, shadows fall and you’re at peace and rest.

We love and miss you very much And say a prayer to keep in touch A loving thought a silent tear.

God grant you responed in His Kingdom.

For you were a good friend, husband, Father & Gido Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by your loving wife Olga, sons; John, Andrea & Evan.

Kenny & Lyndsey, Micheal, Gabriel & Giselle “Vichnaya Pamyiat” “Eternal Memory”

MATICHUK, Jeanne In memory of Jeanne Matichuk from Andrew, Alberta who passed away 10 years ago on March 1, 2003.

The years may wipe out many things But this they’ll wipe out never, The memory of those happy days When we were all together.

We think of her in silence, Her name we oft recall, But there’s nothing left to answer But her picture on the wall.

Just when her life was brightest, Just when her hopes were best, God called her from among us To a home of eternal rest.

With Love – Sonia, Karen, Joe and Cody

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SEMOTIUK, Harry March 7, 2012 A tribute to a Special Man A beautiful life came to a sudden end.

He died as he lived Everyone’s friend.

What a precious memory He left behind.

He left us so suddenly His thoughts unknown.

He left us memories we are proud to own.

The whispering hills of heaven echo, with the soft mellow sounds of his Bow and fiddle.

Those we love remain with us.

For love itself lives on.

Cherished memories never fade Because a loved one’s gone Those we love can never be More than a thought apart For as long as there is memory He will live on in our hearts.

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Forever Remembered by: Olga, Melissa & Stephen

SHAPKA, Nick W. Sept 4, 1922 – Mar 3, 2010 Three years have passed since you left us.

But still the vacant chair Recalls the love, the voice, The smile, the hugs, Of the one who once sat there.

Your memory is cherished more And more each day.

Your pictures remind us of Times we shared.

We often sit and think of you When we are alone.

Days of sadness still come over us, Tears in silence often flow, But, your memory keeps us Close to you, in our hearts.

Gone, gone to rest, Away from sorrow, care and pain; You are missed, loved, remembered And longed for always.

May you rest in peace, Until we meet again.

From your loving wife, Lucy and Family

HEMPSTOCK, Nancy March 4, 2009 To hear your voice and see your smile To sit with you and talk awhile, To be together in the same old way Would be our greatest wish today.

So please God take a message To our precious wife & mom Tell her we miss her terribly And give her all our love.

Love Kent, Samantha, Tabitha (Kevin), David & Thomas

OBITUARY

LEBITKO, Annette August 31, 1933 – Feb. 26, 2013 On Tuesday, February 26, 2013, Annette Lebitko of Vegreville, Alberta formerly of Innisfree, passed away at the age of 79 years.

Annette is survived by her loving family; three daughters Kathy (Dwayne) Zuzak, Pearl Lebitko and Elsie (Mark) Bohaichuk; two granddaughters Carla (Trevor) Jollimore and Krista Zuzak; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Annette was predeceased by her husband Steve; one daughter Maryann Lebitko; her parents Paul and Mary Kisilewich; along with numerous siblings.

At Annette’s request a Private Family Parastas (Funeral Service) was held on Friday, March 1, 2013 at Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville, Alberta with the Basilian Fathers officiating. Interment followed in St. Peters Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery – New Buchach.

Memorial donations may be made to the “Charity Of One’s Choice.”

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

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NAKONECHNY, Mary Jane June 21, 1941 – February 26, 2013 On Tuesday, February 26, 2013, Mary Jane Nakonechny of Ryley, Alberta passed away at the age of 71 years.

Mary Jane is survived by her loving family, her husband of 52 years Bill; daughters and grandchildren Laura (Dale) along with her children Denise (Jammie) and Alicia; Carole (Michel) along with her daughter Melissa; Darlene (Barry); Joyce (Jim) along with their children Janice and Larry; with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Mary Jane was predeceased by her son Larry, parents Joseph and Rose Strilchuk; her step father Paul Polischuk.

A Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic ChurchMundare with the Basilian Fathers officiating. Interment followed in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Mary Immaculate Health Care Centre – Mundare.

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

JEFFREY, DEAN August 2, 1954 – Feb. 27, 2013 On Wednesday, February 27, 2013, Dean Jeffrey of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 58 years.

Dean is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Monica; son Phillip; daughter Vanessa (Steven) Mervin; grandson Lucian; grand dogs Gordie and Joni and grand cat Fred; his father Milburn; brother Clayton; sisters Lorie (Steven) Fleming and Lisa (Lorne) Hogstead; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Dean was predeceased by his mother Mae. A Celebration of Dean’s Life will be held on Monday, March 4, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. at the Bruce Community Centre. Private Family inurnment to follow at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the “Cross Cancer InstituteVolunteer Resources.”

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

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Andrew Aces break 27 year drought with zone championship Andrew Aces Submitted Congratulations to the Andrew atoms on winning the zone 2 atom ‘D’ Hockey Championship! This little powerful team of 10 players has had an exciting year so far full of great experience and success! They finished first in their regular league season in the 1660 league in Atom Tier 3. They will begin

playoffs on the weekend of March 9/13 as they have a bye in their first round They participated in Hockey Alberta Provincial Play downs since the end of January and competed in a zone of 14 teams to come out victorious! They played Lamont in their first round and defeated them 18-1. In their second round they came across Mannville and han-

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In their third round they played Thorhild and defeated them 8-5 in the first game and 8-1 in the second game.

The provincial play downs are a series of 2 games total points unless one of them defeats another team by 10 goals, then the second game of the series in unnecessary.

In their fourth and final round, they played Marwayne before a great crowd at the Andrew arena and put on a show and defeated Marwayne 8-1. They returned to Marwayne this past Sunday and held their ground and handed them 9-4 loss to win the zone championship!

They will now compete in Alberta Atom D provincials which begin March 14 and conclude on March 17 in Consort, Alberta. This tournament consists of 7 Alberta zone winners plus a host team. They will now compete against other teams in their pool which are: Consort, Bentley, and Pembina. Other teams

Andrew Atoms are: Devon Hamaliuk, Carter Sidor, Jeff Fedorvich, Breck Hrehorets, Cody Sharun, Jordan Fedorvich, Colby Yaremie, Britt McAmmond, Carson Slasynski, and Kyle Fesyk. Coaches Brent Sharun, Jamon Fedorvich and Wes Sidor are in the back row. Missing from the photo is Manager Carri Hrehorets. (Photo Submitted)

involved are Vauxhall, High Prairie, Big Valley and Cremona. The provincials begin on Thursday with opening ceremonies and a banquet. This is sure to be great experience for our team!

As many of you are aware, this little Atom team which

consists of nine and ten year olds, in the only minor hockey team in Andrew and they have broke a 27 year drought of a team from Andrew winning a zone championship!

This team`s success is of course due to the great playing ability of our team but

the nod must be given to the coaching staff which consists of Jamon Fedorvich, Wes Sidor and Brent Sharun takes great coaching to bring the best out of players! And a big round of applause to all the parents who have stood behind their children 100 per cent of the way!

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Honoring and recollecting the history of our centenary pioneers

Participants conversed with each other while they browsed their forms. Radomir Bilash was a fountain of information on the project and how users can make the most of their efforts to find out more about their ancestors. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier Attendees had a glimpse into the historical past while a few participants commented, “I didn’t know that.” This happened during the presentation, Alberta-Ukraine Genealogical Project, Howto-Seminar series on February 21 at the Vegreville Centennial Library meeting room with host, Shirley Kumble, Team Leader of the Genealogy group at the library, Radomir Bilash, Project Manager and Svitlana Melnyk, Resource Associate of A lber ta-U k ra ine Genealogical Project. At this presentation, attendees received assistance in filling out the Centenary Pioneer Recognition Program 2013 Nomination Form.

“This is to show people how to research their families with the intention of getting these names on the Centenary

Pioneer Recognition Monument that is at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village,” Radomir Bilash said. “Also, we’re over here to help people research their family in general. Although, most of the examples we are going to give have to do with this program. Overall, we’re over here to enhance this more than you could manage to do yourself. There will be a lot of reference to the actual nomination form.” Bilash stated.

“The program itself is connected directly to the plaque that is on the monument and dedicated to all those who settled in East Central Alberta prior to the First World War this is not just for people of Ukrainian descent but for anyone who settled in this area. The program was created in 2003 and initially in terms of where it came

from; it came from yourself – your growing need to get information and your continued interest. This is now a disease that you can’t seem to stop,” Bilash explained.

“People would phone and say that they were celebrating their ancestor’s 100th anniversary and they didn’t know much about their family history. They would then ask if we had any information on this. That is why we decided to have this certificate program where the names are handed out at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village.

The date we’re interested in is not only when they arrived in Canada but when they settled in this region of Alberta.”

Melnyk spoke next. “It’s time to speak about the process of the program. The first question you need to know if the people you are nominat-

ing settled in East Central Alberta. Did they settle over here before World War I? How do you know if your family is part of this region?

This last question is a very important one and we have developed this binder which contains the names that are already on the monument.

There are the Ukrainian and English versions in here. If you have any questions regarding this, please call our office and we will be willing to help you. An important question is what does East Central Alberta cover?”

Melnyk went on to show the map on the projector while she commented, “Here you will see a map of the area.”

Bilash continued on to explain the map. “This is a very accurate map which shows where Ukrainians settled in East Central Alberta, which was one of the largest areas for Ukrainian pioneers to settle in. The simple reason is this was a major event in world history.” Bilash went

on to give brief explanations of these historical facts relating to the pioneers and what they went through during the process of settling in the region.

The evening seminar continued with more facts and assistance in understanding and filling out the form process. There were question periods and speakers provided websites that had extra content and could assist participants in their discoveries. If you were unable to attend but are interesting in this program, there will be an additional seminar on this held in

Andrew this March.

You can still nominate people for the Recognition program who settled in East Central Alberta prior to 1913. You can pre-register those individuals or families who settled in the region in 1914. You can nominate extended family or neighbors or ancestral pioneers, provided you locate and submit the necessary documents. You are not required to be current residents of your ancestral homestead to participate in the program. The program expires in 2016.

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