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RCMP files from may 3 - 9 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser May 3 09:46 – Report of cameras and a motion light being spray painted over at a residence in Vegreville. 10:20 – Traffic stop conducted on a speeding vehicle on Hwy 16 near Mundare. A 33-year-old female from Kerrobert, SK was charged with speeding and provided a ticketing with a VP of $470 for going 158 kmph in a 110 kmph zone. The driver was also given a ticket for failing to provide an operators license (VP $243). 15:51 – Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in approximately 6 tickets being issued. 19:42 – 911 hang-up call from a Mundare business. Call back attempted and members dispatched. Upon arrival, there was no one at the business who called or knew of the call being made. Members patrolled and canvassed the area but did not locate anyone who needed assistance or knew of the call. 23:56 – While on patrol, members noted a female walking west bound on Hwy 16. She stated she was heading to Edmonton. After discussion the client agreed that it would be better to make the journey during the day and possibly catch the bus. May 4 11:29 – Report of nails being spread in a Minburn County driveway near Ranfurly. Under investigation. 13:09 – Vegreville business manager reported a client attempting to purchase 10 Google gift cards as directed by someone on the phone and recognized. Investigators followed up and spoke to the person on the phone. Once they realized they were speaking to law enforcement, the subject hung up. Forwarded to the Anti-Fraud Centre. May 5 Nothing of note May 6 09:35 – Report of a break and enter to a Vegreville business. Items were stolen and the investigation is ongoing. 10:23 – Report of a break and enter to a rural property in Lamont County. Several buildings were entered and a pump and a generator were stolen. Under investigation. 12:52 – Members responded to a request for assistance with traffic control with a grass fire near Mundare. Members investigating learned of CCTV that contained video of subjects starting the fire. After reviewing the video, members
identified two individuals known to police. A 31-year-old Vegreville male has been arrested and charged for arson. Warrants have been issued for a 35-yearold Vegreville male. Property damage related to arson is being estimated for court proceedings. There were no injuries and no loss of buildings. 22:05 – Report of a stolen motorhome located in the town of Vegreville. Members located the Ford motorhome at a residence. Members conducted a search of the motorhome followed by a search warrant of an adjacent residence. During the searches, members located MDMA (extasy), methamphetamine, fentanyl, and heroine. As a result of the investigation, 5 people were arrested and 4 were charged. All have been remanded into custody. Additionally, a warrant has been issued for a 5th person related to case.
May 7 15:21 – Traffic stop conducted on Hwy 16 in Minburn County. While on patrol a member noted a driver merging and using a cell phone. A ticket was issued to the 40-year-old female driver carrying a voluntary penalty of $300. May 8 02:10 – Report of mischief at a residence where an adult family member was intoxicated and smashed a window. The complainant wanted the family member removed. Members attended and found the family member with a large cut on their hand. EMS attended, provided treatment, and then transported the subject to the hospital. The complainant did not want to press charges so no further action was required by members. 15:26 – Traffic stop on Hwy 16. Members determined that the 30-year-old female from Vegreville had warrants out of Edmonton. The warrants were executed and the female was arrested then released roadside with additional documents for court. 16:00 – Report of collision at a
Vegreville business. Members attended and learned that the driver had struck a parked vehicle. They observed indicators of impairment and conducted an investigation. A 58-year-old Vegreville male has been charged with driving while impaired under the Alberta Administrative Penalty Information System. The vehicle was seized for 30 days and towed, the driver was suspended, provided with a $1,000 fine with further penalties to be levied by the province. 16:54- Report of a suspicious male who appeared to be looking for catalytic converters. The complainant provided a photo of the suspect. Members are following up with the information provided. 19:45 – Report from a person involved that while trying to teach a family member to drive, they turned into a rural driveway and hit a power pole. There were no injuries but the vehicle was not drivable. They were reporting for insurance purposes. 22:13 – Members conducted a traffic stop within the town of Vegreville. The driver did not possess a drivers license and was arrested. A bag containing break in instruments was viewed in plain sight. The 41-year-old male passenger from Vegreville, and known to members, was arrested for being in breach of his conditions (curfew). Both subjects were later released with documents for court. 23:10 – While conducting curfew checks within town of Vegreville, members spoke to a male at a residence who provided a false name and denied that a female subject members were seeking was present. Members entered into an obstruction investigation which resulted in a 32-year-old Vegreville male being arrested and charged for obstruction as well as outstanding warrants he was wanted on. The subject was later released with documents for court. May 9 10:35 – One of multiple calls about a suspicious red or orange Volkswagen with a green or black tailgate in the Vegreville area. During the week there were 116 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 3 false 911, 0 animal strikes, 1 Health Act (COVID), 2 wellbeing checks, 10 calls under the Mental Health Act, 11 Offender Management calls, and approximately 18 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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You reap what you sow. This is a proverb that says future consequences are inevitably shaped by present actions. When some people think of this description they may also think of karma, the belief in Hinduism and Buddhism that a person’s actions come back to them in the next life. Regardless of how you look at it, the Canadian government may learn the true meaning of “you reap what you sow” this week. After years going to great lengths to ensure any fossil fuel projects are next to impossible to develop, May 12 may bring reality to the doorstep of our anti-oil governments. Wednesday is the deadline Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer has given to shut down the Line 5 pipeline. Since taking office in 2019, Whitmer has been unwavering in her opposition to the operation of the Enbridge pipeline delivering Canadian oil through the US and into Sarnia, ON. She has called it a “ticking time bomb” despite Enbridge asserting the pipeline is safe. The pipeline also supplies oil to the state of Michigan and other US states. Shutting the line down would take 540,000 barrels a day out of the system and would not be easily replaced considering there is not much additional pipeline
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capacity. Alternatives to supply product would be domestic rail and truck supplies as well as by sea from jurisdictions with horrible human rights and environmental laws. Canada still has a few legal cards to play, but Whitmer, unlike our federal government has been consistent and determined. The Governor also has significant support for shutting down Line 5. Events early this week may provide a pause after a ransomware attack on US based Colonial Pipeline Co. has resulted in a pipeline shutdown. Colonial carries refined fuels between Houston, Texas, and New York Harbor, 45 percent of all fuel needed on the USA’s East Coast. This could be a preview of what shutting down Line 5 would bring despite conflicting reports about reserves and their ability to meet demand. The Colonial infrastructure has been offline since May 7, according to a company statement, due to what the outfit described as “… a cybersecurity attack [that] involves ransomware.” The FBI has implicated the hacking group Darkside and highlights the exposure of our critical infrastructure in this connected world. The US government has also declared a state of emergency although in recent updates Colonial has stated that they are working on restoring systems and have already brought some pipeline capacity online. While the Colonial shutdown is the result of outside threat actors, one could say that Line 5 is under attack in another way. It’s been a long-slow attack by environmental groups in and outside of Canada as well as governments such as Michigan, Quebec, and our federal government. Of course our federal government has stated that despite all of their opposition or apathy to other energy projects such as Keystone XL, Line 5 is different and that they will fight hard for it. We shall see if their sudden desire to come to the rescue of fossil fuel in Canada will prove fruitful or if karma will come to bite them in the back side. As of Tuesday afternoon, Colonial has stated that they hope to have most service back by the weekend. At the same time, nervous consumers have raced to the pumps and petroleum shortages are being reported. No one wants to see another crisis like Texas, but now might be a good time for Line 5 to have an “accidental” shutdown as well. This could drive the point home for those who don’t see the value and necessity of the petroleum industry. Canadians are watching. The world is watching. Karma is the universal law of cause and effect. You reap what you sow. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
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Economic Development and Tourism go Hand in Hand Michelle Pinon News Advertiser No one knows better that economic development and tourism go hand in hand than Anya Langkow, Tourism, Recreation & Culture Co-ordinator for the Town of Vegreville. “We are just encouraging everyone to continue to be a tourist in their own town. We want to encourage people to support local, explore local, and celebrate local. We have a lot of great options right here in our community and within the region.” With the increase number of tourists coming to Vegreville, that means more economic benefits for the town. Langkow said, “Tourism is an economic development driver and with increased traffic to our town our restaurants, hotels, and businesses reap the rewards of that. We’re lucky to have such an iconic world monument here. It brings so many people to the park. We’re also participating in the Go East Adventure Trip. That’s brought new people into the community.” Even with the COVID-19 pandemic, Langkow said the number of people coming to the Elks/Kinsmen Park were as high last summer as in years past. “During the hours the Visitor Centre was open, (between June and September last year) there were 20,000 people, whether they are community members or visitors that visited the park. That was on par with 2019, but one shorter month. We really saw an increase in regional visitors. So, people coming from within the province for day trips, meeting up with family from other communities because it was a safe place they could meet and visit and enjoy each other’s company in the outdoors.” She went on to say, “They, (visitors) love meeting their families here. We have tours that continually come through here and it’s such a key feature of our community. And so, we were thinking of ways of how to encourage people to continue to come back and
find new ways to spend time together and have fun here. And we have this beautiful pond that is available for use for fishing for seniors and children and we were thinking of ways people could have fun enjoying the park while they were here. I know for me personally, when we lived over in Germany that was a big part of the parks that we would go to as a family there. They had the community parks and we always loved to go get the paddle boats and get out there. So, we pitched that to council and it was approved in this year’s budget and we’re looking forward to bringing it to the community.” With the ‘Borrow a Bike’ Program and addition of paddle boats this year, Langkow believes they will encourage more people to stay longer. “And the longer they spend in the community then more likely it is they’ll get groceries, stop and grab a bite to eat, perhaps look at spending the night, and spending more time here the second day. Camping and tourism is an economic driver and we’ve seen that in other facets of our tourism focus with the installation of our murals and the Art Walk driving people to businesses and encouraging people to take advantage of all the great things our community has to offer. Langkow said there will be a Farmers Market and Fireworks on Canada Day. “I know the Cultural Association is looking at ways they can be creative with the Pysanka Festival. They did well last year with the online component and the touring concert. I know the
agricultural society is looking at ways they can be creative. Last year they were able to bring the drive in fireworks and drive in parade, and bring different components of the fair to the community. Obviously, we’re super excited to bring the Corn Maze back in the fall. That was such a highlight of 2020.” A call out to artists has been made, and one will be selected to paint a mural on the exterior wall of Ziegler’s Fashions and the Quilt Rack, which is located on Main Street. We have worked with the Vegreville Visual Artists for the past two years on the Art Walk. Last year amended that to be an outdoor walk. Art posts they installed throughout the community and people enjoyed that. This year working on a front window gallery. So, we will be partnering with different organizations and businesses and visual artists and looking to fill the windows with paintings. So, that’s something people can enjoy regardless of restrictions that are in place. It’s always with the hope and goal that people will get out and enjoy the community and maybe explore different businesses they haven’t visited yet.”
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90 Years Ago – May 13, 1931
Williams Furniture Store closed a guessing contest on Saturday at four o’clock, the prize being a $10.00 Congoleum rug. A sealed envelope containing a certain number, unknown even to Mr. Williams, was attached to the rug displayed in the window. It cost nothing to make a guess so something like 400 people took a sporting chance. The correct number was 4851. Mrs. W.A. Headrick was closest with 4799; Doreen Gully next with 4756; Fred Reid with 4967. A large well is being dug by the town authorities in the centre of Main Street in Andrew this week. This will be of great benefit to the town and will be used for both fire protection and the public. Innisfree has the finest natural advantages of any town in Western Canada to become a beautiful town in every sense of the word. Most of its citizens try to beautify their homes. But their best efforts are nullified by the cattle which roam the streets at will. Milk undoubtedly is very essential, but our council would be well advised to rent a pasture somewhere out of town and supply it free, if necessary. The nuisance is becoming unbearable in a town making some claim to a fair state of modern civilization. Sheldon’s Limited is being operated under new management. The Willingdon branch has been discontinued and Mr. Richard’s, who was in charge there, has taken the place of Mr. Campbell at Mundare. The stock of the Willingdon store has also been transferred, so the Mundare store is just bursting with bargains.
75 Years Ago – May 8, 1946
Reduction of beef supplies on the Canadian market is explained by the Prices Board to be an annual seasonal occurrence, on month early this year chiefly due to feed shortages. Officials explained that their always has been a period of short supply between the time the last grain fed cattle come to market and before the grass fed cattle are fit for market sometime in June. To offset costs of materials such as cotton, feathers, metal wire for springs, the Prices Board has authorized price increases from 15 to 25 per cent over present selling prices of mattresses, 25 per cent for pillows and comforters, and 20 per cent for studio couches. George Fliczuk, proprietor of George’s Grocery and Confectionery, is in the process of having the interior of his store extended by the removal of the two booths and the partitioning walls. Work is under supervision of Mr. Beliegay.
50 Years Ago – May 13, 1971
Seeding is not general in the district just now but by the end of the week most farmers will have the annual spring chore underway. Some farmers, though, have begun as in the case with Herman Huijsink who is sowing oats for seed purposes. Mr. Huijsink is a partner of Hans Mayer who farms at Old Vegreville. Another Old Vegreville farmer, Noel Benoit was busy with spring work on his farm. Noel was engaged in cultivating and harrowing in preparation for seeding. Plans for the second annual Vegreville Kinsmen Sportsmen’s Dinner have been completed and the visiting head table guests confirmed. One of the guests to be on hand is Frank Morris, former Toronto Argonaut and Edmonton Eskimo football player. Fred Dunn of the Eskimos will also be on hand for the event in company with Lou Hallett, Rich Healy and Dale Conrad who toil for the Edmonton Monarchs. Brian Hall, CJCA’s sports director will handle the emcee chores.
25 Years Ago – May 14, 1996
Rhonda Hayduk of the Vegreville Kinettes gets help from Cst. Tom Umscheild to raise a new Canadian flag at the Vegreville Aquatic Centre on May 10. The fourth annual Raise the Flag ceremony is a project of the local Kinettes and Kinsmen to give Canadians a chance to express their feelings, feel good about their country and to install a sense of pride. Students from A.L. Horton also attended to sing O Canada, helped by member Lew Skjonsby, MLA Ed Stelmach, deputy mayor Eric Steinbach and chamber of commerce president Bill Boyd. The Willingdon Eagle Hill Lodge hosted an Easter coloring contest for the Two Hills ECS class. First prize – brightest- Emily Bezovie; second prize – original – Jaylene Kutash; third prize – most popular – Jessie Reynolds. George W Toma presented the Easter Treats while Willingdon Eagle Hill resident council hosted an Easter tea. Entertainment was provided by volunteer Marge Ruptash. Mel Lynds, manager of the Vegreville group of CIBC branches, presented $3000 to the Kinsmen Club Zamboni dance chairman Peter Moleschi. CIBC has been part of the Vegreville area since 1904 with branches in Vegreville, Innisfree, Mundare and Willingdon.
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Liberal’s Bill C-10 Targets our Right to Hold Government Accountable Franco Terrazzano Canadian Taxpayers Federation
Canadians can choose to watch virtually anything from anywhere in the world online. And they can share virtually any opinion globally through their cellphone. It’s astonishing freedom. But the federal government sees a problem. Canadians aren’t watching enough of the right stuff and sometimes they say the wrong things. So, the Liberal government introduced Bill C-10 to give the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission more power to oversee what we’re watching and sharing to make sure it conforms to government-approved standards. That raises a question: who watches the watchers? It’s supposed to be the responsibility of every Canadian to hold governments accountable. But Bill C-10 threatens Canadians’ ability to hold our politicians accountable by targeting our free speech online. “Last week’s decision to treat all user-generated content as a program subject to regulation by the CRTC was a giant step too far,” said Michael Geist, a law professor at the University of Ottawa, when explaining the implications of Bill C-10. “The CRTC will determine what terms and conditions will be attached to the speech of millions of Canadians on sites like YouTube, Instagram, TikTok and hundreds of other services should the bill become law.” Translation: Bill C-10 could put online content from news outlets, independent media and ordinary Canadians on social media under the microscope of unelected CRTC bureaucrats. The door that the
government is opening for regulators leaves many questions over how Canadians’ ability to hold government accountable will be affected. What conditions would doctors have needed to meet to post a video recommending the use of homemade masks during the early days of COVID19? How would regulators have viewed that application when that message wasn’t aligned with recommendations from Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer? When the Canadaland podcast was doggedly investigating the WE Charity before it exploded into a scandal, would the spectre of dealing with the CRTC have chilled that work? It’s important to remember that governments and popular culture change. So even if you agree that certain positions should be censored today, what’s to say your perspective won’t one day be on the CRTC’s no-fly list? Would proponents of Bill C-10 have trusted Stephen Harper to wield it? What about Jean Chretien? To see how government intervention can play out in the real world, just look to Alberta’s clumsy government public relations firm, the so-called oil and gas war room. It recently launched a campaign against a children’s cartoon on Netflix. Governments and good judgement aren’t always connected. The onus is on the government to prove it’s not undermining our rights, but it’s doing exactly the opposite. The original clause within Bill C-10, which limited regulators from targeting an individual’s posts, was removed by the Liberal-controlled committee. In its place, the government is asking for blind trust that politicians and bureaucrats will use the bill’s power carefully.
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Emergency Personnel Respond to Fire near Chipman Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Members of the Chipman Fire District responded to a fire about four kilometres west of the community on Sunday afternoon. The location of the fire was at an abandoned farmstead on Township Road 545 just south of Range Road 191. RCMP, Paramedics, and other firefighters from the Bruderheim Fire District were on the scene of the fire. Fire department officials were unable to comment prior to press time.
Main Photo: View facing south of the intersection of Range Road 191 and Township Road 545. Inset: View of the abandoned farmstead near Range Road 191 and Township Road 545. (Michelle Pinon/Photos)
Town of Vegreville, County of Minburn Recognize Emergency Preparedness Week Town of Vegreville Submitted Town of Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee and Roger Konieczny, Reeve of the County of Minburn have mutually proclaimed May 2nd – 8th, 2021 as Emergency Preparedness Week. Emergency Preparedness Week is a nation-wide initiative encouraging Canadians to learn about the risks they face in their communities and to take action to prepare for those risks. This year’s theme is Emergency Preparedness: Be Ready for Anything and residents of both the Town of Vegreville and the County of Minburn
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Local small businesses are the true backbone of the community according to Bob Bezpalko, Manager of Economic Development for Town of Vegreville. “I believe it is essential to shop at and support the goods and services that local small businesses offer because the government defines small businesses as having under 50 employLAKELAND ees which the majority of our businesses in Vegreville REA LTD. have fewer than 50 employees. Also, small businesses have invested here, the owners live here, they support numerous charitable organizations, and contribute incredibly to the growth of our community. They are your neighbour, they support and grow our community by providing employment opportunities, and they pay taxes,” Bezpalko explained. Vegreville, AB When I asked Bezpalko if he felt that small local 780-632-6112 businesses were struggling due to the restrictions from the Provincial Government because of the COVID-19 pandemic, he replied, “Nobody saw COVID-19 coming. Prior to the pandemic we were in an economic downturn that still exists today. It has GAS FIELD SERVICES been going on now for six years. The restrictions the government had to put in place to keep us safe does 6205 - 60 St come at a cost. Our businesses had to pivot their Vegreville, Alberta innovations; it caused businesses to rework their Phone: 780-632-7774 approach on how to serve their customers in a very safe way. *Serving the oil and gas industry since 1976*
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The Importance of Shopping at Small Businesses Talk of the Town - Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Small Businesses are the cornerstone of the Town of Vegreville and all communities they do business in. There are too many benefits to the local economy to name when we shop at or obtain services from local small businesses. Most small businesses are owned by and employ your friends and neighbours who strive to provide great service and every advantage possible to the community. One of the reasons I personally feel it is essential to support and shop locally is that small businesses revitalize the town and they give the towns they serve, their own unique personality. When I asked local residents why they felt it was important to support local businesses, here are some of the insights I received. Suzanne Malo said by shopping local your money stays in the community. “Usually small businesses support other small businesses creating a boost in the local economy. Boosting the local economy also helps by creating local jobs. Shopping locally also reduces the carbon footprint; walking or riding your bike to your local shops to buy makes you need less fuel for transportation. Then usually customer service is better and more personalized because nine times out of 10 you actually know that person behind the counter. By shopping local you are putting money in to their shop which means when local charities come by asking for donations the small business owner can donate,” Suzanne mentioned. Another resident of Vegreville, Roy Mills said he feels it is important to shop and obtain good and services locally during the COVID-19 pandemic. “If we want to save local businesses we have to shop there. “If we want to have these businesses around after COVID-19 is through, they have to be thriving now otherwise they might not be around when we get back to some sense of normal operations here.”
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on how to Help Local Small he COVID-19 Pandemic The added costs for doing businesses due to these restrictions are a major barrier for our businesses. Yes, they are struggling with these restrictions but I am happy to say that the majority of businesses have adapted well with limitations. Then the Provincial have provided funding and grants. There are programs available at the Federal level and Provincial level and each one of those grants will be targeted whether it is for PPE and or any other added costs.” “Innovative ideas that small businesses can do to adapt to the situation are using e-commerce (the virtual world), the technology platform, and I-Markets. From tillage to seeding, through hay season & harvest Small businesses can go online by developing webwe have you covered. sites. This is where I can shop at your store, add to the Supported by experienced cart, pay you and then do curb-side service or have parts & service. the item shipped. I know this doesn’t apply to all 14426 Hwy 16 Service Rd, Vegreville businesses because personal services like hair cutting Phone: (780) 632-3246 View used inventory online: can’t be done virtually. tingleyshc.com But there are ways you can make a difference. What the Town of Vegreville and its citizens can do to help local small businesses adapt and be successful despite the challenges the businesses now have is in my point of view is to support your local businesses by doing everything you can by shopping locally. Then make sure to follow the rules laid out, wear your mask, follow social distancing rules and be patient, have News - Advertising understanding and see the situation from the other Printing - Promotion person’s point of view. The business owners and www.NewsAdvertiser.com employees are under extra stress because their focus is safety now. This will make the situation a win-win for 780-632-2861 everyone. It is for everyone’s benefit,” Bezpalko said. 5110 - 50 St. Vegreville Email: sales@newsadvertiser.com
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Resident Requests Town of Mundare to Honour Former Mayor Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Lois Zyla is asking the Town of Mundare to honour the late Peter Polischuk. Polischuk was the longest serving Mayor in Mundare’s history, serving in that capacity for 14 years. As stated in the Memories of Mundare History Book, which was published in 1980, “Polischuk has been Mayor of Mundare for the last 14 years, 1967-1980, a term that is a record for length of service according to office files since 1928.” In her written request Zyla stated, “Previously, the town has honoured former mayors and/or prominent citizens throughout the years by naming either streets, avenues or drives for recognition. For example, Ignace Hawryluk, Joe Sawchuk, Sam Polomark, Ed Stawnichy and Frank Swabb. I am requesting that such an honour be bestowed on former mayor and long-time resident of Mundare Peter Polischuk!”
In a telephone interview Zyla said Polischuk was her late husband’s uncle and over the years their paths crossed quite a bit. “He was volunteering for everything,” said Zyla. Whether it be with the Mundare Agricultural Society, Mundare Recreation Board, Mundare Seniors Drop In Centre, and the Ukrainian National Hall. Zyla described him as a “humble” and “kind hearted” person who was always willing to lend a helping hand. She says he would visit residents at the Mundare Hospital and Mary Immaculate Care Centre. Mayor Mike Saric said it was a good idea to recognize him. Some other options could be naming a landmark, park or hockey arena in his name. He also suggested they speak to Polischuk’s son. Councillor Irene Talaga said it would be nice to honour him. A motion to table the item to a future meeting was passed by council.
Members of Mundare town council who served between 1971-1974. Seated from left to right: L. Fundytus, Mayor P. Polischuk, and J. Diduck. Back row from left to right: R.H. Moroziuk, M. Woytkiw, Wm. Sereda, E. Zyla, and Wm. Ilkiw. (Town of Mundare/Submitted Photo)
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Paddle Boats New Attraction in Vegreville implications and he wasn’t sure how it would impact the town’s insurance. He said he would have to look into that and advise the insurance company about a change in usage. MacPhee stated, “I think that maybe we can revisit this once we get our operation up and running.” Infrastructure, Planning & Development Director Dale Lefebvre pointed out that, “Rainbow Park is currently
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Town of Vegreville Community Services Director Phil Rowe tested the waters to see if members of town council would be interested in allowing paddle boards and kayaks on the fishing pond at the Elks/ Kinsmen Community Park this summer. Rowe made his pitch during the May 4 Legislative Committee meeting. He was asking for council’s consideration and input on the proposal. Rowe said he’s had some people ask him about the usage of paddle boards and kayaks on the pond. “It would be an added bonus to the park and could have economic spin-offs for people coming to our community.” Rowe said the paddle boat dock is under construction and should be up and running shortly. He suggested if members of council were interested, that he could arrange for them to have a trial run before they officially launch the paddle boats. He explained that paddle boats would be run in a similar fashion to the Borrow-a-Bike program which
Vegreville Visitor Information Centre and Municipal Campground Now Open Town of Vegreville Submitted Vegreville’s Visitor Information Center (VIC) opened for the season on Thursday, May 6th, 2021. VIC staff will now be on site to assist residents and visitors with local, regional, and provincial travel seven days a week. Along with the VIC, Vegreville’s Municipal Campground also officially open for the season on May 6, and much like last year, campers will be expected to follow COVID-19 Safety Protocols. In 2020, even amid the COVID-19 pandemic, over 21,000 people visited the Vegreville Elks/Kinsmen Park, home to the World’s Largest Pysanka. Meantime, VIC staff safely assisted over 6,000 visitors while a total of nearly 600 nights were booked the Vegreville Municipal Campground.
they currently operate at the park. Users sign a waiver and are permitted to use the bikes for a specified period of time before they have to return them. The same would happen with the paddle boats. Rowe said they would abide by all provincial and federal boating regulations. Power boats, sail boats, and inflatables, (dinghies or tubes) would not be allowed. Paddle boats, paddle boards, and kayaks would be allowed. Recreational swimming would not be allow and there would be permanent signage posted throughout the area informing people to use at their own risk. Town councillors were generally not opposed to the idea, but requested more details regarding boating regulations, and usage as the pond is stocked with fish and there could possibility be restrictions currently in place. Rowe said he has put together a draft policy on the usage of paddle boards and kayaks on the pond. Corporate Services Director Paul Casey said from a risk management perspective there could be
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determine your finances and cash flow for finishing the project. Carry: Since you started the renovation yourself, we assume you have the skills to finish it. However after seven years, it's probably more difficult to find the motivation. Once you've set a budget for completing the project, your next step may surface. If you find you have enough money, you can hire a general contractor to finish the entire job. Cash: More likely though, your budget may reveal your need to finish the project using a combination of hired services and your hard work. You can do some of the work as time permits and hire a professional to finish jobs that
are time consuming or overwhelming. Carry: For instance, we both try to avoid finishing sheetrock. We don't mind hanging the wallboard, but when it comes to spackling, we find it quicker to hire the professionals. Cash: As your own general contractor, you can organize the time line of when projects need to be accomplished and then hire the appropriate service for each of the jobs. Carry: And just think, when the job is done, you'll have more time to enjoy all that lemonade. •
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I am a store clerk at one of those huge home improvement centers and I'm constantly amazed at how crazed people are about fixing up their homes. Last weekend, I watched one couple come in and pick out all sorts of high-end items. The woman hunched over the carriage as her husband went crazy looking through the aisles. "We can add crown molding," he said. "Oh wow," he continued, "How about hardwood floors?" Then I could tell his wife had finally had enough. As she reached into the carriage to put stuff back, she corrected her husband, "Honey what's wrong with you? We're just building a tree house for Bobby!" (Thanks to Jason P.)
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Two Hills Lions Golf & Country Club’s Rolling Landscape a Beautiful Backdrop for Golfers that project was $198,000; with $116,000 in cash layout and $82,000 in volunteer time and equipment donations. “The Two Hills Lions club had purchased 44.2 acres of land in the NW portion of the Town of Two Hills in 1990. Puddicombe Associates Ltd. were retained to design and build the course. Funding was to come from current funds in place, donations, and provincial grants. The course was constructed with a limited budget, as cut backs in provincial grants had occurred. As a result, a major volunteer input was required and a guarantee of the debt was set up. The course has served the local community well as a recreational facility and teaching facility, as well as community gathering spot for all occasions.” Simply known as “Doug’s guy,” Makowecki has a played the key role in the grant application process and will continue to do so in the future which keeps getting brighter and brighter. With a strong youth program and a growing number of families spending more time together, membership continues to grow. So, even in the midst of COVID-19 things continue to look promising for the club which donates half of all its proceeds to other local charities and organizations in the community. ‘We Serve’ is the motto of Lions Clubs International which currently has 1.4 million members worldwide.
Main: A view of one of the scenic holes on the golf course. Inset: Darwin Makowecki by the Town of Two Hills sign on the golf course. (Michelle Pinon/Photos)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Just like the characteristic expansive undulating hills at the Two Hills golf course, the Lions Club has had many ups and down over the years, but its members and supporters have managed to come out the other side stronger than ever. There have also been many upgrades to the Two Hills Lions Club Golf & Country Club in recent years, and several more projects and improvements are currently in the planning stages. Darwin Makowecki has played a key role in those projects as he has developed the successful grant applications to the Government of Alberta, and will soon be submitting another request for funding under the Communities Facilities Enhancement Program, (CFEP). CFEP funding provides financial assistance to acquire, build, purchase, repair, renovate, upgrade or expand sports, recreational, cultural or other related public-use community facilities Makowecki said this will be the third times he’s applied for funding under this grant program. The previous two were successful, and he’s hoping for the same result this time around. The request is for funding to assist with clubhouse renovations, a new fairway and tee box mower and sprayer, and golf cart
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fleet upgrades. The total cost of the project would be $148,460. The Lions Club’s previous application stated that, “The golf course continues to operate as a recreational and gathering spot for the community. However, we were in need of an upgrade and renovation of our modest Clubhouse. This consisted of replacing and upgrading our washroom to accommodate the handicapped, upgrade our heating system to a more efficient and modern system, and change our traffic flow within the clubhouse to be more efficient. This would more than double our interior public use space. We proposed this project and with the help of a CFEP grant we managed to do the above in the fall of 2020 and spring of 2021. After 28 years the course is operating well. We have 145 golf members, many green fee players from throughout NE Alberta and the Lakeland area and a junior golf program. We employ 30 local residents on a part and full-time basis and have projected a near breakeven financial year for most years. However, 2017 was a year of a larger loss. 2019 and 2020 have us back at slight surplus revenue.” Back in 2017, the Lions Club was successful in securing funds to replace its aging irrigation system which Makowecki describes as the “heartbeat” of the operation. The total cost of
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BILLINGSLEY, Frances March 4, 1917 - April 12, 2016 and HEIDENREICH, Jacqueline August 17, 1946 - May 11, 2016 It’s already 5 years since you both have died, Our days are not the same, many tears cried. We know you are at Peace, it’s what gets us through, and to look upon our time together brings warmth & gratitude. Rest In Peace Mom & Nanny Lovingly remembered and missed by; Alisa & Mike, Stephanie & Jay, Sammy & Sidney & all those who adored you! XoXo XoXo
SCHERGER, Gabriel “Gabe” 1945 - 2020 We don’t stop loving We don’t forget We don’t get over it We journey forward Living the best that we can We hold him in our hearts Until we’re together again Dearly missed Alma & family & Gabe’s family
SEMENIUK, Josephine June 25, 1942 - May 8, 2017 Reflection of your loss brings us a feeling of warmth, happiness, gratitude and love. Although our daily lives will not physically be touched by you, we hold your memory close and move forward down our paths. We miss the sound of your voice, the wisdom in your advice, the stories we shared, and the tears and laughter we all had together but you silently walk along with us and continue to guide us with your light. Blessed are we, forever grateful for the time we had and for you Jo, Mom and Bapchee…the “glue.” You will be stuck with us FOREVER, we miss you much and love you to the moon and back… Love “The Bear & Your Cubs”
In Loving Memory of Elkow, Annie D. May 12, 2006 Elkow, Dmytro P. June 5, 1978 Your life was a blessing, Your memory a treasure, You are loved beyond words Missed beyond measure. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed, by your Family
ANTONIUK, Jean In loving memory of a Dear Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother who passed away May 15, 2019 For Our Mother in Heaven They say there is a Reason. They say Time will Heal. Neither time nor reason will change the way we feel. Gone are the days we used to share. But in Our Hearts, you are always there. The gates of memories will never close. We miss you more than anybody knows. We Love and Miss you everyday. Till we meet again. Lovingly Remembered and sadly missed by Russell and Barb; Grandchildren Ross & Kayla and Savanna; Great-Grandchildren Anika and Sawyer
KULMATYCKI, Steve Andrew In Loving Memory of Steve Andrew Kulmatycki August 18, 1942 - May 5, 2017 Forget me not as time goes by, for you can find me in the sky. Forget me not for we’re apart, for you carry me within your heart. Forget me not although I’ve gone, for my memory will always live on instead, remember in every special way, keep me close to your heart we’ll meet again one day. Always in our hearts, sisters Harriet Sarafinchan and Loucette Paziuk, brothers-in-law Don Sarafinchan and Elo Paziuk, and numerous loving nieces and nephews.
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STAWNICHY, Edward E. July 4, 1943 - May 11, 2009 I lost my life’s companion, A life linked with my own And only God knows how much I miss him As I walk through life alone. So, those of you who have your partners Love them when you may Because the world is not the same When they are called away. What I would give to clasp his hand His happy face to see And hear him play his accordion Oh, what a treat that would be. If all this life were mine to give I’d give it, yes, and more. If I could see my dear husband Come smiling through the door. You are always in my thoughts And forever in my heart. Dearly loved and sadly missed by your loving wife, Jane.
STAWNICHY, Edward E. July 4, 1943 - May 11, 2009 You can shed tears that he has gone or you can smile because he has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that he’ll come back Or you can open your eyes and see all that he’s left. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see him Or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember him and only that he’s gone or you can cherish his memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back or you can do what he’d want, smile, open your eyes, love, and go on. With Love, Cheryl, Colette and families.
STAWNICZY, Woytkiw May 11, 1989 Don’t think of him as gone away, His journey has just begun. Life holds so many facets, This earth is only one. Just think of him as resting From the sorrows and the tears, In a place of warmth and comfort, Where there are no days and years. Think how he must be wishing That we could know today, How nothing but our sadness, Can really pass away. And think of him as living In the hearts of those he touched, For nothing loved is ever lost, And he was loved so much. In our hearts forever, Jane, Cheryl, Colette & Family
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GORRIE, Emily It is with great sadness that the family of Emily Virginia GORRIE (nee Sadownyk) of Vegreville, announces her passing on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at the age of 89 years. Emily is survived by and will be lovingly remembered by her family; son Barrie (Catherine) of Sherwood Park and their children Melissa (Sean) and great grandson Aven of Edmonton; Daryk of Edmonton; daughter Charmaine (Bob) of Vancouver, B.C.; and close family members Barry Stumbo, of Ryley; Matt, Adria and Jack van Reeuwyk of Camrose. Emily was predeceased by her parents Jessie (Zuk) and Peter Sadownyk; her husband Ralph; one sister, Susan Frebrowski (Adam); Susan’s daughter Noreen Stumbo and Noreen’s daughter, Ashley van Reeuwyk. A comfort to Emily were her many friends. Thank you all for your caring support, generosity and friendship over the years. One of Emily’s favorite things was getting together with you and chatting over coffee. Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date. The family wants to send a special thank you to all the staff at the Rosehaven Care Centre for their expertise, care and compassion. Many thanks to Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd., Vegreville, AB for their guidance, professionalism and compassion. Memorial Donations may be made in Emily’s name to Hope for Dementia, (canadahelps.org) To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
SMITH, Pearl November 16, 1934 – April 24, 2021 It is with much love and profound sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Pearl Smith, 86, on April 24, 2021 in her home, with her family at her side. Loving wife of 65 years to Sidney; devoted mother to Claude (Darlene) and Kent (Jacquie); grandma to Laurice; and Gigi to Shaylynne and Jax; sister to Fred and Debbie (Bruce). Pearl was predeceased by her son, Philip; parents, John and Helen; sisters, Annie, Polly and Elsie; and brother, Mike. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends, as well as her bingo friends and the ladies from her card group. A private graveside service is planned with a Celebration of Life to be held later this summer. We would like to thank Dr. Faisal and staff at Vegreville Family Clinic for the care they gave, and to Jacquie for being a loving helper. A special thank-you to Holly and Gloria from Vegreville Home Care, who made Pearl their top priority. Your kind, tender and loving care permitted Pearl’s final wish - to pass peacefully in her home - to be honoured. You will both forever have a special place in our hearts. Memorial Donations in honour of Pearl may be directed to Covenant Foundation - St. Joseph’s General Hospital, or to the Two Hills Health Centre SAGE. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY-OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM
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PAWLIUK, Bessie October 31, 1918 - April 28, 2021 It is with deep sadness that the family of Bessie Pawliuk announces her passing on April 28, 2021, at the incredible age of 102 years. Bessie was born during the Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918, but it was a stroke in February 2021, that felled her mighty spirit. She is survived by her daughter Louise (Ron) Esch, sons Cameron (Sharon) Gee, and Dr. Joseph (Vaunie) Gee. Her daughter Cheryl predeceased her. Each of her grandchildren had a special place in her heart, and when the great grandchildren started arriving her heart overflowed. She delighted in spending time with them, remembered their birthdays, and Christmas meant cards being organized and her bingo and casino winnings being shared! She was married to the late Alec Pawliuk and is also survived by his children, Peggy Allen, Don Pawliuk, Ken Pawliuk and Gayla Robert and their children. Bessie lived independently at Heritage Heights for the past four years and had a strong and loving relationship with many friends who supported her to the end. She spent many hours at her beloved Legion, served for many years on the executive of the Ladies Auxiliary of the Royal Canadian Legion, and became a legend while volunteering at the many catering events well into her 90s. The family wishes to thank so many people that made their mother’s life so meaningful and comfortable during her last days. Judy Orchison was absolutely indefatigable with her time and caring. Once visitors were allowed Lewis, Arlene, Norman and Terri went above and beyond. A huge thank-you goes to Dr. Frank and the nursing staff of St. Joseph’s Hospital, she received excellent care and was kept comfortable. Bessie had a remarkable life and she leaves memories for us all to cherish and remember her by. Bessie loved a party and the family plan on having a celebration of her life once travel and gatherings are allowed. Cremation has taken place, with the Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville handling all the arrangements. If friends wish to make a donation in her name, please consider Covenant Foundation c/o St. Joseph’s General Hospital - Palliative Care Unit in Vegreville. “You can shed tears because they are gone, or you can smile because they lived. You can close your eyes and pray that they will come back, or you can open your eyes and see all that they left for you. Your heart can be empty because you can’t see them, or you can be full of the love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday, You can remember only that they are gone, or you can cherish their memory and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind and feel empty, or you can do what they would want. Smile, Open your heart, Love…and go on.” By Elizabeth Ammons To send condolences please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
RUDNISKY, Cathy It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved Cathy Rudnisky on April 19, 2021 at the age of 56. She will be dearly remembered by her husband Darren Lesoway; son Landon Rudnisky and daughter-in-law Christine; mother-in-law Henrietta Lesoway; brothers, Gordon, Brian (Janet), Bruce (Val), and Mike (Brigitte); sisters-in-law Kathy and Sheryl (Dan); numerous other family members, as well as the staff and students at the Ardrosson Jr./Sr. High School. We are forever grateful for the care she received at the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute. Any donations in Cathy’s honor can be made to the University Hospital foundation in support of the Mazankowski. A private family service was held at the Connelly-McKinley Edmonton South Chapel at 1:00 pm on Monday, April 26, 2021. To send condolences or to view the service go to https://www.connelly-mckinley.com/obituaries/ cathy-rudnisky/ Connelly-McKinley Funeral Home Edmonton South (780) 468-2222
HUCHULAK, Darlene Helen April 17, 1941 - May 4, 2021 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Darlene Helen Huchulak just two weeks following her 80th birthday. She is survived by her three loving sons : Zane(Glenda), Zackary and Avery (Shannon). Her grand children McKenzie(Amy) and new great grand daughter, Phoenix, Spencer(Sarah), Tanner, Rayelle and Jarden, her sister Candace, several nieces and nephews and their families. As well as numerous extended friends and family members Mom’s motto: Live well, Work hard, Laugh often, love and dance much. 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 winters’ day. She is the sound of the rain that lulls you to sleep, the colours of a rainbow. She is Christmas morning. Your mother lives inside your laughter. She’s the place you come from, your first home. 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. A Celebration of Darlene’s life will take place at a later date. The family would like to thank her care givers in her final days at the Royal Alexander Hospital. The family would also like to express sincere gratitude for the condolences, words and gestures of support, the beautiful flowers and cards. These have meant a lot.
OLCHOWECKI, Anastasia “Ann” September 8, 1921 – May 7, 2021 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Ann Olchowecki of Vegreville. Ann was an independent, feisty person who taught us many life lessons. Ann is predeceased by her father, Yakim Woloschyn; her mother, Julia Woloschyn; and her husband, Michael Olchowecki. Ann will be missed by her daughter, Rowan Wesley of Richmond, BC; as well as close friends who had the ultimate priviledge of knowing her. A private Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, May 13, 2021 at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir, Vegreville, with interment at Riverside Cemetery. If friends would like to make a donation, please consider the Terry Fox Foundation or the Canadian Institute for the Blind. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY-OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM
People must be aware that there are exemptions for certain people to the Temporary Mandatory Face Covering Bylaw which was put into effect by the Town of Vegreville on November 30, 2020 and by the Province of Alberta on December 8, 2020. Vegreville is now going by the Provincial Bylaw. According to Mayor of Vegreville, Tim MacPhee, the town installed the mask bylaw before the province did because the town wasn’t happy that the province didn’t already have one. As person who is exempt from this bylaw, Sharon Kowalchuk said she wanted to bring awareness to others to please respect and be kind to people who are exempt from wearing a face mask like herself. “Some people are not aware of this exemption as I have been sworn at, followed in grocery stores, and have gotten dirty looks from other customers for not wearing a mask in the stores,” stated Kowalchuk. Mayor of Vegreville Tim MacPhee said, “The province said some people who have health issues or breathing issues don’t have to wear a face mask but they should wear a plastic face shield around their head. I don’t give exemptions on a provincial law. I did inform some businesses before the province brought in a mandatory face mask bylaw for the entire province when the Town of Vegreville had a mandatory mask bylaw. Then our bylaw is only for Vegreville. The province brought in their bylaw which supersedes ours as our bylaw means nothing now. If the province removes their bylaw before June 30, we will look at our town’s bylaw then and if we feel confident that it is time to remove our bylaw we will at the time.” In regards to input, MacPhee stated, “I had feedback from two people who told me they couldn’t wear a mask. One individual kept going to every business and said the mayor said he could go in without wearing a face mask. I phoned those businesses and said that is not what I said. I encouraged him not to go into those businesses and to wear a face shield if he had to go into those businesses.” The Town of Vegreville website Bylaw No.08-2020 states in section 3.1 that a person must wear a face covering at all times while in an indoor, enclosed, or substantially enclosed public place or in a public vehicle. Line 4 states exceptions to this bylaw, include persons under the age of 5, persons who are unable to place, use, or remove a face covering without assistance, persons unable to wear a face covering due to a mental or physical concern or limitations, or protected ground under the Alberta Human Rights Act, RSA 2000 c.A-25.5, persons consuming food or drink in designated seating areas or as part of religious or spiritual ceremony, person engaged in water activities or physical exercise, persons providing care or assistance to a person with a disability where a Face Covering would hinder that care giving or assistance, persons engaging in services that require the temporary removal of a face covering. The age exemption was amended to persons under the age of 2 on February 22, 2021. The amended bylaw will remain in effect until 11:59 pm MST June 30, 2021. The exemptions and exceptions are all the same for the Town of Vegreville and the Province of Alberta except the Alberta bylaw contains additional ones which include: high intensity physical exercise, when you are with people from your same household, when alone at a work station separated by at least two metres from other people, if you are the subject of a workplace hazard assessment in which it is determined that your safety will be at risk if you wear a mask while working, if you are separated by every other person by a physical barrier that prevents droplet transmission, if you need to temporarily remove your facemask while in a public place for an emergency or medical purpose or to receive a service that requires the temporary removal of a facemask or to establish your identity.
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Good Turnout at Innisfree Community Garage Sale Karen Theroux with her antique butter churn. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Cool and windy weather did not deter garage sale enthusiasts from turning out to the Community Garage Sale in the Village of Innisfree on May 8. There was a little bit of something for everyone as seven households participated in the event. One of those households was Mayor Deb McMann, who organized the garage sale. Karen Theroux said people began showing up at 7:45 am. “It’s been non-stop all day,” noted Theroux,
who holds multiple garage sales throughout the spring and summer. Theroux said it’s surprising, but people come from all over to attend the garage sale. Resident Jennifer Sicklesteel was also pleased with the turnout and estimated that she sold about half of the items she had for sale. Sicklesteel had many odds and ends to choose from as well as many items for toddlers that her children had outgrown. McMann was happy with the turn out and thankful to be able to purge some of the items she had.
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Canadian Royal Purple Week May 16-22 in Vegreville Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge #125 Submitted Mayor Tim MacPhee has officially proclaimed May 16-22 Canadian Royal Purple Week in Vegreville.
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The Royal Purple of Canada was founded on September 11, 1914 and is incorporated under a special Dominion of Canada Charter with the Elks of Canada. Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge #125 was established on May 17, 1950. The organization Canadian Royal Purple Society established its independent existence in 2014 where the Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge #125 joined with a continued charter. The Purple Pansy was chosen as the national emblem for two reasons: first, because the pansy grows all across Canada, and second, because it means pleasant thoughts which fits in very well with the principles of the Royal Purple which are: justice, charity, love, and service. What we do? Promote and support community service with special emphasis on children. Create leadership opportunities for members. Promote our principles of justice, charity, love, and service. Provide general direction and governance principles to our members. Develop partnerships with like-minded individuals. Enjoy fellowship and goodwill. Who can join? Must be a person who has reached a minimum age of 14 years, is a resident of Canada or Canadian citizen, has paid the annual membership fee where applicable, and is a supporter of the purposes and objectives of the organization. Community and Charitable Projects Vegreville Food Bank, Vegreville Christmas Bureau, Vegreville Preschool Association, School Awards, Wendy Brook Music Festival, Vegreville Long Term Care Comfort, Camp Health, Hope & Happiness, Vegreville Transportation Society, Stollery Children’s Hospital, Sorrentina Compassion House, Elks & Royal Purple Fund for Children, Kids Cancer Care Kindle, Ronald McDonald House, STARS Foundation, Alberta Diabetes, Children Ability Fund, U of A Kay Edmonton Clinic, Pulmonary Care Clinic, Vegreville Elks Lodge #145, Canada Day Celebrations, Blood Donor Clinics, (60 years volunteering in 2020), Royal Purple Day, (Visiting and taking treats to the Long Term Care and Senior Facilities), pop can tabs and tin foil donations for wheelchairs. Fundraisers Include: Mother’s Day Luncheon and Bake Sale, Casinos, and other Appreciation Lunches for local community groups. Where do we meet? Meet on the first Monday of each month excluding January, July and August at the Elk’s Hall. Meetings begin at 7 pm or otherwise stated. Hopefully, the COVID19 cases eases soon! Help your community, meet new friends, join old friends and have fun.
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