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Vegreville Fire Department, (VFD) hosted an Open House at the Vegreville Fire Hall on May 14 with approximately 200 people in attendance. The Open House featured a meet and greet with the firefighters, a tour of the fire hall, grease fire and Jaws

of Life demonstrations, fund raising car wash and barbeque. Proceeds from the event will go to Vegreville Firefighters Club which has earmarked funds for its training centre, fire extinguisher training, bicycle maintenance station, and kids’ station with free giveaways. Coordinators of the event were Lieutenant Amanuel Webeshet and

Caption Marshall McKenzie. Webeshet said they hosted this event because they hadn’t held an open house for a long time, and they wanted to open their doors to the public to come and see them and show what they have to offer. “We also wanted to share some of

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RCMP files from MAY 16 - 22 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser May 16 08:08 – Report of a structure fire transferred from Fire for a request to assist. Members attended and conducted traffic control. 09:02 – Call to respond to a disturbance at a Vegreville residence. Members attended and spoke to the subject of the complaint along with others at the residence and deemed there had not been an assault or other similar activity. Mediation took place and no further action was warranted. 11:30 – Report of mailboxes that were broken into in Vegreville. Members attended and canvassed the area businesses for CCTV, however, the report came in three days after the damage was discovered. Under investigation. 21:13 – Report of an intoxicated male at a Vegreville lodging establishment who was causing a disturbance and being belligerent. Members attended and found the 56-year-old male from Myrnam laying on the floor and smoking. The subject was arrested, cleared by EMS and then lodged in cells until sober. May 17 07:49 – Report of an abandoned vehicle in Minburn County near Vegreville which the caller indicated likely had been stolen from their neighbour. The green GMC Jimmy was recovered. The caller also indicated that there was an attempt made to steal their vehicle. Under investigation. 08:39 – Report of an abandoned vehicle located on private property in Minburn County near Vegreville. The black Dodge Ram had been stolen a week prior out of Vegreville. Members attended and noted that parts had been taken from the vehicle. Under investigation. 09:32 – Report of an enclosed trailer stolen from a business in Vegreville on the night of the 16th. The trailer was located in Bonnyville on the 17th. A 32-year-old male from Bonnyville has been charged for possession of stolen property in relation to the theft. The trailer has been recovered. 10:28 – Report of a two-vehicle collision on Hwy 16 at the Hwy 36 crossing. The van pulled onto Hwy 16 without seeing the Freightliner and struck the side of the tractor-trailer. No injuries were reported. The case is being reviewed. 15:42 – Report of a vehicle theft in Minburn County. A green Chevy half ton with attached trailer was stolen over-

night. Three individuals in a white Toyota Tercel entered the property and proceeded to steal the vehicle. The vehicle has been added to the RCMP database. One subject has been identified and the investigation is ongoing. 18:10 – Report of an assault involving neighbours in Vegreville. It was reported that a neighbour came on to the complainant’s property and attempted to kick and spit on him. Members attended and interviewed both parties. CCTV was provided. A 56-year-old female from Vegreville has been arrested for assault and later released with court documents. 20:41 – Members were attending an unrelated call for service in Minburn County near Ranfurly. While on the call, they came across an individual known to be on conditions to be at a residence in Mundare. The 26-year-old male from Vegreville was arrested for breaching his conditions and then later released with additional documents for court. This same individual had been arrested and remanded into custody the week prior. May 18 09:20 – Report of a truck stolen from a Vegreville residence. The white 1997 GMC 1500 was stolen in the last 7 days. The vehicle has been added to the RCMP database. 17:57 – Traffic stop conducted in Lamont County near Mundare. A white Ford F350 was stopped. It was determined that the 25-year-old male driver from Edmonton was driving without registration. The driver was provided a ticket with a voluntary penalty of $324. 21:10 – Report of an erratic driver with a silver Honda van travelling on Hwy 16, speeding and swerving. Members were able to intercept the vehicle between Vegreville and Mundare. Mandatory alcohol screening was conducted and provided a negative result. The on the 64-year-old male from Edmonton was provided a ticket for failing to drive in the center lane of traffic carrying a VP of $162. 23:40 – Report of a male causing a disturbance at a Vegreville business. The subject became agitated after being denied a line of credit at the business and started to knock over items and throw things around. Members attended and located the 25-year-old male from Vegreville. They confirmed that he was impaired, and he was subsequently arrested and provided a safe place to sober up. 23:45 – Multiple compliance checks conducted. Two individuals were found

to be in breach and warrants are being sought on the two Vegreville males. May 19

20:15 – While attempting to locate “subject 1” on a warrant for breaching conditions, members came across “subject 2” who was known to be on conditions and their presence at the location deemed him to be in breach of HIS conditions. “Subject 2” was later released with additional documents for court. May 20 18:27 – Report of a possible impaired driver at a Vegreville gas station. Members attended and located the white Chevy Silverado. A mandatory alcohol screening was conducted and the 48-yearold male, with a last known address of “Her Majesty’s Penitentiary” in Stevenville, Newfoundland failed. The subject was arrested and held until sober and later released on charges of possession of stolen property, driving while unauthorized, driving while uninsured and impaired driving. May 21 Nothing of note May 22 22:40 – Members observed a known offender entering a residence in breach of his conditions not to be there based on a curfew. Members spoke to the homeowner who denied that the subject was inside. Members obtained and executed a search warrant on the property and located a number of stolen items including copper wire, catalytic converters, as well as a quantity of other items and methamphetamine. As a result, a 41-year-old male from Ryley and an 18-year-old female from Vegreville have been arrested. Charges pending on the 18-year-old include possession of stolen property and identity theft, weapons possession and possession for the purpose of trafficking. Charges on the 41-year-old male for possession of counterfeit money are pending. The 36-year-old male who was the originally observed has charges pending for breaching conditions.

During the week there were 81 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 3 false 911s, 1 animal strike, 3 wellbeing check, 14 calls under the Mental Health Act or related to mental health, and approximately 12 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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News Advertiser – Opinion The end of April saw a lot of rage. This Is not new. It is 2022 after all, and if someone isn’t offended and letting the world know via social media, then the earth must have stopped turning. Additionally, the natural progression to being offended and expressing one’s displeasure is of course cancelling. Sometimes this is as quiet as exercising purchasing decisions in private and other times people decide to go the loud and public route and “cancel” the offender. The target could be an individual or a brand/ company. Now back to the rage in question. Have you heard of Percy? No, not the Percy down the street, not the Percy you went to grade school with or met at summer camp. Not even your favourite contractor named Percy. The Percy that sparked all the outrage was the virtual cashier hired by Canadian restaurant chain Freshii. At the end of April, Freshii introduced “Percy” at a few southern Ontario locations. Percy is essentially a step down from an inperson interaction and a step up from ordering via a kiosk or app. When the Toronto Star came upon this, they announced it to the world and the rage machine started. The problem? Well, the humans behind the screen at the Freshii are based in Nicaragua and make approximately $4.80 Canadian. Now before you judge, at full time work, that is more than the mean monthly wage of around $680 in Nicaragua.

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As expected this revelation lead to keyboard warriors and those who influence expressing their distaste with such a practice. Virtue signalers abound, including labour unions, social-media influencers and even the Ontario Labour Minister took to the airwaves and the interwebs to let their position be known. There is lots to read on this particular outsourcing endeavour. Most major news organizations have touched on it. Freshii and the company behind “Percy” have also chimed in. But really? Outrage? A Labour Minister? Let’s take a closer look at how Canada in general is outsourced. Interestingly enough, The Toronto Star who broke the story is known, (as are many news organizations) for outsourcing parts of their production including editing, page production and page design. Other Canadian companies you will be familiar with who outsource are: CIBC, TELUS, RBC, Toronto Star, Air Transat, Bell and Slack. Clearly this isn’t new. Have you ever called your bank or cell phone provider when it’s -40*C in January and ask them how the weather is? Give it a shot, it’s enlightening. Small companies do it as well. Sometimes for different reasons. As you can see by our employment pages, businesses are having problems filling positions. One advertiser asked us, “What can I do?” What many people may not realize is that our own governments outsource extensively. This happens in many forms from local levels all the way up to the federal government. What many people may not realize is that our passport processing is one of those items that is outsourced. The company: VFS Global. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates services governments worldwide. From an archived copy of the VFS website: “VFS Global, also known as “Visa Facilitation Services Global,” is an outsourcing and technology services company for governments and diplomatic missions worldwide. The company manages visa and passport issuance-related administrative and non-discretionary tasks for its client governments.” It is a head scratcher to say the least. VFS Global regularly receives horrible reviews on various platforms and also has websites, social media groups and a Twitter channel dedicated to discussing how bad they are. This has become a larger issue since travel has opened up and wait times have increased dramatically. The Government of Canada’s website states that regular passport applications have around a 20 business day wait time when submitted by mail. They also state on the site “If you do not have travel plans in the next two weeks, we suggest you wait to call us” and “We recommend you don’t finalize any travel plans until you get your passport.” According to a January 2022 piece in the Globe and Mail, the Liberals have increased outsourcing contracts by billions since taking power. This is most likely domestic outsourcing, but still not necessarily a prudent way to spend money when public servants already on the payroll could do the work. You may have heard of the Phoenix pay system. I’m not sure what may be next, but not much will surprise me. While federal politicians talk about building a better Canada and economic recovery, they have no concerns with sending jobs, as is the case with passports, directly within their control off-shore or spending more so some can do less. As a whole we should be looking at the effects of our outsourcing, particularly when it means taking jobs away from qualified (and willing) Canadians. Freshii is not the problem here. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

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Alberta’s clean energy is critical—both to the success of our economy and our nation’s security. Earlier this year, we were proud to welcome United States Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia. His tour with Alberta’s energy partners was a valuable opportunity to advocate for our clean energy and revitalize our commitment to our American allies. During this visit, Manchin expressed regret for the cancellation of the Keystone XL pipeline, and invited Premier Kenney to testify before the U.S. Senate Committee on Energy and

energy, President Biden turned around and asked OPEC empires to pump more oil to the U.S. Our province has world class ESG standards, and our energy industry plays a major role in Canada’s economy. We believe that we can both develop renewable energy sources while still building an Alberta energy economy that supplies our allies with clean oil. Advocating for Albertans and building opportunities for women to be a part of such key sectors is yet another component of building our economy and prosperity. To create these opportunities, our government is providing $6 million to sup-

Mundare Town Council Approves Urban Beekeeping Bylaw news” for her small hobby operation that she’s planning to have. There were several revisions from the original bylaw. They include: Section 3.4 changing the wording from owner of the hive to applicant Section 3.4 (d) changing from written permission from all property owners in notification area giving approval to install hives on the property, to provide proof of notification to all property owners within the notification area. Section 3.6 was changed to remove the licensing authority may refuse to issue or revoke a beekeeping licence by providing written notice to the applicant or licensee.

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Mundare town council passed second and third reading of its Urban Beekeeping Bylaw. That decision came following a public meeting on May 9 that was hosted by the Town of Mundare at the Mundare Recreation Centre. According to the Town, there were only five people in attendance at that meeting. Resident Donna Lecht, who initially approached council with a request to have two hives of honey bees on her property, reacted by saying the decision was “great

It now states that beekeeping licences shall not be transferable from one person or property to another. Section 3.8 (a) an addition stating that licensing authority may refuse to issue or revoke a beekeeping licence for whatever reason the licencing authority deems necessary Section 3.8 (b) states that all costs associated with relocating hives and bees will be the responsibility of the applicant/ licencee Section 3.7 was added to state the beekeeping licence fee is $50

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90 Years Ago – May 25, 1932

The end of this week should see all the wheat sown in this district, with the exception of a few isolated fields. Coarse grains are being sown now, but the conclusion of seeding is very close at hand. From the first of May onwards the best of seeding weather has prevailed, with few high winds and fairly warm days as a rule. A motorist who is forced to use the highways a great deal at night makes an urgent plea for voluntary testing of headlights. Too often, be believes, the spring check-up fails to include a headlight test, with the result that rays of light may be seen pointing upward at a sharp angle or so much out of line as to be dangerous to other drivers. Jim Mah of Edmonton has purchased the Willingdon Café conducted by the Poon Brothers. We are sorry to lose such loyal citizens. However we are hoping that the new proprietor will give us just as good service as the former.

75 Years Ago – May 28, 1947

Only 16.1 per cent of Canadian farms is served with electricity. The percentage varies from a high of 35 per cent in Ontario to a low of 0.21 per cent in Saskatchewan. Ontario consumes 79.75 per cent of the power used on Canadian farms. These figures, states the Agricultural Institute Review, indicate that there is great scope for further development and application of electric power to Canadian farmers. The 45 coal black steeds gamboling on the prairie neat the historic Royal Canadian Mounted Police barracks at Regina herald revival of the Mountie’s famed musical ride. Since 1939 the spotless trappings of the precision, group-riding performers who have thrilled audiences in New York and San Francisco as well as many Canadian centers, have hung idle in the saddlery room of the 64 year old barracks. The Ottawa Journal tells us the net income of Canadian farmers reached last year a record figure for all time; $1,267,400,000. A very great deal of hard work went into that substantial achievement. A British recruiting drive to enroll 200,000 volunteers in the Territorial Army was in progress. War Secretary Frederick Bellenger also asked for 20,000 women volunteers for the Auxiliary Territorial Service to serve in anti-aircraft and field units.

50 Years Ago – May 25, 1972

The Gordon Miller family of Vegreville was nominated and unanimously endorsed by the Vegreville Chamber of Commerce as the community’s entry in the annual Alberta Farm Family Award held in conjunction with Klondike Days, Edmonton. The Miller family is one of 32 to be nominated is selected area of northern Alberta. John Baser, a student at the Vegreville Composite High School, was a winner of a $25.00 award in the 1972 Alberta High School prize Exam for Mathematics. The contest was the forerunner to the Mathematics Olympiad held in Alberta on May 18th. Sixteen high school students from across Alberta participated in the fourth annual competition the only one of its kind in North America. The community if Mannville will honor barrister J.I. Jones on the occasion of his completing 50 years of service to that area. Mr. Jones will be guest of honor at an evening to be held at the Mannville School Auditorium on Saturday evening, June 10th. Three members of the R.C.M.P. who have served in Vegreville were among 12 members of the force who received long service medals at a gathering at K Division Headquarters, Edmonton, on the weekend. Included were Sgt. W. G. Neale, in charge of the Vegreville Detachment; Sgt. J. M. Fargey in charge of the Bonnyville detachment and Sgt. K. L. Sutherland, in charge of the Fort McMurray municipal detail.

25 Years Ago – May 27, 1997

Local residents were trading lawnmowers for snow shovels as an unseasonal three-inch dump of wet, heavy snow hit the area early Wednesday morning. “It’s just been chaos for us,” said Craig Korzenowski, Alberta Power’s district supervisor. “We’ve had numerous wire and pole breaks throughout the service region. It’s affected service in the rural areas and some people have been without power better than 24 hours”. Const. John Baranyl of the Vegreville RCMP raised the Canadian Flag at the aquatic and fitness centre Friday morning during Raise the Flag Day. In attendance was Lew Skjonsby president of the Kinsmen Club of Vegreville. Tracey Yackimec, a member of the Myrnam 4-H Beef Club, was selected Northeast Regional 4-H Ambassador at Selections on May 2-5 at Olds College. Tracey has been in 4-H for eight years. She is also a grade 12 student at the New Myrnam High School. The Myrnam Chamber of Commerce is planning on promoting the dove as Myrnam’s symbol. Plans are underway to have mini wooden doves on dowels for sale. Hopefully, all community members will display them in their yards.

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One role of the Vegreville News Advertiser is to promote dialogue on various issues of concern to area residents. We accomplish this by welcoming Letters to the Editor and allowing various issues to be debated through our pages. All letters must contain the writer’s name, address and phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, however the writer’s name may be withheld from publication in special circumstances deemed appropriate by the Publisher. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity, spelling and grammar, taste or for reasons of potential libel. A maximum of 150 words is preferred. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to withhold letters from publication.

Carbon Capture an Opportunity for Canada to Lead the World Deborah Jaremko Canadian Energy Centre Canada’s largest oil sands producers are “in full-scale development mode” on a major joint project designed to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and propel the sector down the path to net-zero. The companies have planned one of the world’s largest carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects. It’s a key piece of what could become a new large-scale industry for Canada that reduces the environmental footprint of multiple sectors, including oil and gas, fertilizer, steel and cement. “[CCS] could be a major source of employment and I think position us to be leaders in the world,” said Jackie Forrest, executive director of ARC Energy Research Institute, on a recent ARC podcast. Canada is already a leader in what could be seen as the first generation of global CCS development, where carbon emissions are captured from industrial processes and stored deep underground. There are 26 commercial-scale CCS projects in the world, and four are in Canada – including the largest CO2 pipeline on the planet, the Alberta Carbon Trunk Line. Since 2000, CCS projects in Canada have safely stored more than 44 million tonnes of CO2, or the equivalent of taking more than 9.4 million cars off the road. The first phase of the Oil Sands Pathways to Net Zero project, expected to be operational by 2030, would add capacity to store an additional 8.5 million tonnes or 1.8 million cars worth of CO2 per year, safely removing the emissions from the atmosphere. The Oil Sands Pathways to Net Zero foundational project is a major carbon capture and storage system in northern Alberta. Before giving the final goahead, the six companies in the project will require additional clarity on fac-

tors including the federal government’s new CCS investment tax credit, future carbon taxes and access rights to deep underground pore space for storage. But they’re proceeding with the work to make it happen. “We are in full-scale development mode right now at Pathways,” Cenovus Energy CEO Alex Pourbaix told a recent call with investment analysts. He said the companies have started preliminary engineering on the project, which would capture CO2 emissions from eight oil sands facilities and transport it to a storage hub in northern Alberta. “We are in the process of making the application to the Alberta government for pore space, and we have kicked off significant environmental work and other studies that are required for the application for the permits to ultimately develop and construct that project,” Pourbaix said. “There is actually a huge amount of work going on. The Pathways partners have seconded literally dozens of people into the organization, with more to come.” CCS in Canada has already influenced major projects globally, such as Northern Lights in Norway. The 1.5 -million-tonne-per-year project is owned partly by Shell, which since 2015 has operated the Quest CCS project near Edmonton. “Northern Lights has incorporated lessons from Quest, which has been sharing knowledge and lessons learned over the last five years to encourage more widespread implementation of CCS,” the company said in a statement. Working together to advance new technology is in the DNA of Canadian companies, says Joy Romero, executive adviser for innovation with Canadian Natural Resources. “We can learn from each other, building on what others know rather than doing it in parallel,” she says. “That is how we can, in fact, accelerate and deliver these projects in these very ambitious time periods.”

Deborah Jaremko is director of content for the Canadian Energy Centre, an Alberta government corporation funded in part by taxes paid by industry on carbon emissions.

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New Program for Vegreville Firefighters gets Green Light Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Vegreville town council has signed-off on a Green Light Program. This allows volunteer and on-call firefighters with the Vegreville Fire Department, (VFD) to utilize a forward facing flashing green light on the dash of their personal vehicle while responding to the fire station for emergencies. Council also adopted the Flashing Green Light Bylaw. The new bylaw was drafted in consultation with VFD Chief Chris Jardine and its Senior Officers. The pri-

utilize flashing green lights in their personal vehicles while responding to an emergency. Community Services Director Phil Rowe said that several municipalities throughout Alberta currently have this or very similar bylaws in place. Communications and Marketing Director

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Annual General Meeting Thursday, June 2, 2022 7:30 pm Willingdon Rec Center

All Members Invited to Attend

Estate of Henri Joseph Dubuc who died on March 25, 2022 If you have a claim against this estate, you must ﬁle your claim by July 10, 2022 with Olson + Rau Solicitor for the Personal Representative at #12, 6109 50th Avenue Vegreville, Alberta T9C 1N6 and provide details of your claim. If you do not ﬁle by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

Estate of Eugene Victor Petryshyn who died on April 22, 2022 If you have a claim against this estate, you must ﬁle your claim by June 25, 2022 and provide details of your claim with Duncan Craig LLP Attention: Michael Klaray at 2800, 10060 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3V9 If you do not ﬁle by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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a substantial amount. We already raised money for Ukraine within our church. So, the funds raised will be used for the repair on the roof.” Overall, the garage sale was successful. We had a wonderful response from the community. We are grateful to everyone for their donations and for their visits, and for the purchases that they made. We pray for everybody to have joy in the things that they purchased at the garage sale,” Rakchaev said.

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Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church held their first annual Garage Sale on May 12, 13, and 14. People came out in droves to this sale which had two garages and part of a yard full of every item imaginable from glassware, toys, books, movies, cd’s, clothing, purses, ornaments, jewelry, furniture, bikes and more. Bargain hunters also had the opportunity to fill their tummies hot dog lunch. Coordinator Cathy Rakchaev said they hosted the garage sale because they have to fix the church’s leaky roof. “This will cost

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L-R. Harry Humeniuk, Cathy Rakchaev, Father Damian Dutka from Order of St. Basil Major (OSBM), Pat Motiuk, Elsie Kawulych. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Jamieson Brown stated in a follow up interview that, “We’re hoping to have more information on the Green Light Program by the end of May. We’re still finalizing details and awaiting procurement of the lights which will be followed by educating the firefighters in what’s fully involved in the program on their end.”

The Jones Family

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Green Light Program. (Town of Vegreville/Submitted Photo)

mary objective of the program is to increase public awareness and safety by providing a definitive means of identifying volunteer firefighters while they are responding to the fire station for emergency response purposes. A secondary benefit of the bylaw is the potential for decreased response times to emergencies within the Town of Vegreville. While Councillor Jerrold Lemko did not think that would happen based on his previous experience as Fire Chief with the VFD, and research he has conducted, but he did think it would be beneficial to members. “I do think it’s a good program if it’s run properly.” Lemko and the rest of his council counterparts signed off on the bylaw and expenditure of funds to purchase the green LED lights. The estimated cost for 40 lights was $2,000 and would be funded through the fire department equipment and maintenance budget. The Alberta Traffic Safety Act, Vehicle Regulation 122/2009, Section 28, allows for a municipality to pass a bylaw authorizing volunteer and on-call firefighters to

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Afternoon community-based options for all classes We look forward to discussing our school with you! For more informa on visit our website:

HoldenRuralAcademy.ca Or Contact us at Email: holdenruralacademy@gmail.com Call/Text: 780-336-6457 Rural students have unique and diverse needs. Their education should validate their rural experience.

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Road Bans Please take note that as of 9:00 a.m., Friday, May 13, 2022 weight restrictions are in place as follows = Axle

weight capacity on all gravel roads is at 100%, except where noted below. = All oiled and hamlet roads are 75% axle weight capacity or as posted. = Township Road 524 from Vegreville Seed Cleaning Plant to Highway 857 is at 90%. = Township Road 524 from Highway 16A to Vegreville Seed Cleaning Plan is at 100%. = Range Road 143 between Highway 16 to Highway 631 is at 100%

Thank You for Being of Assistance in Helping Us Minimize Road Damage

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Dancing to the Variety of Life

Royal Canadian

Branch No. 39 5037 -52 Avenue, Vegreville

Decoration Day Services At Riverside Cemetery Sunday, June 12, 2022 SCHEDULE: 12:40 PM = Guests are requested to be seated at the cenotaph 12:45 PM = Parade Forms Up at Riverside Cemetery gate 12:50 PM = Parade to Field of Honour 1:00 PM = Ceremony of Remembrance Parade out to cemetery gate Dismiss and move to Legion Hall for post ceremony lunch.

Rosanne Fortier Branch No. 39 Vegreville

Steak Fry

EVERYONE WELCOME TO ATTEND THE CEREMONY Flags will be placed at the resting places of the deceased veterans by June 8, if any family members would like to visit with their own personal dedication.

Last One Until Fall!

At Lavoy Cemetery Saturday, June 11, 2022

Friday, May 27

5:30 pm to 7:00 pm Dine In Or Take Out

1:00 PM = Ceremony of Remembrance

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Flags will be placed at the resting places of the deceased veterans by June 7, if any family members would like to visit with their own personal dedication.

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Little Mini 3-4 perform. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Vegreville School of Ballet, (VSB) Year-End Spring Recital was presented at Vegreville Social Centre on May 14. Laura Fleming, Owner and Instructor of VSB, said there were 75 dancers who performed at this year’s recital. “Our recital is a showcase of the dance routines practiced by dancers in our classes from September through May. The dancers work hard each year to learn new steps and tricks as well as the choreography their teachers show them. Our dancers have performed their routines at a number of festivals and competitions this season and have done very well. I would say the main highlight for this year is that our dancers have pushed through some pretty tough times, such as having to participate in online classes and not being able to see friends, having

classes and performances canceled and having to follow very strict health regulations through the pandemic. They’ve worked hard through it all and to see their passion come to life onstage after everything was so very rewarding for the parents and teachers. We are very proud of our dancers,” Fleming explained. People gave their impression of the event. Shauna Giebelhaus said she loved watching all the dancers. “I think the kids’ dancing was great. I am sure they practiced a lot before the recital and it looked like they were really enjoying what they are doing. I loved seeing the kids’ enthusiasm and their abilities. It is amazing to see their energy,” added Giebelhaus. Ashley Ziprick said it was really great to watch the dancers. “My favorite part of the recital was just watching the kids have fun.”

APPROX. 30 KM EAST OF SHERWOOD PARK ON WYE ROAD (20468 TWP RD 520) PREVIEW: MAY 28 - 31 FROM 1 PM - 7 PM JD 567 Rd BaleR; VG • NH 1496R SP HayBind; VG • Trail Type Hyd PoSt PndR • 10’ BRillion • Tub Grinder • 3 - Cultivators • Jd 10’ dRill c/w Grass • Prong Type Rock PickeR • Harrows • Bale Wagons • Dozer Blade • JD 700 Mix Mill • Cattle Equip • Renn RolleR Mill • Bale Feeders • Tanks ANTIQUE EQUIP Approx. 6 hp StationaRy • Clear Vision GaS PuMP • Jd d & caSe l (Both Seized) • Qty of Old HoRSe equiP • Discs • Plows • Cultivators • Fresnos • Hillers • Wagons • Tillers • Seed Drills • Dump Rakes • Spreaders • Mowers • Old Vehicles ANTIQUES Kitchen Cupboard • Crocks • JD Manuals • Tools • Stump Puller • laRGe Hand Pump • Qty of HaRneSS, Tack, 3 Saddles, Spreaders, Chaps, Hanes MISC Fence Posts • Scafolding • Wire • Gates • Scrap Iron • Tools • Welder • Chains • Yard Tools & MUCH MORE PREVIEW IS RECOMMENDED

Two Hills District 4-H Beef Interclub Show and Sale Myrnam & Two Hills 4-H Clubs

BIDDING CLOSES JUNE 7TH - TIMED ONLINE FOR SOLOWONIUK - IRON RIVER, AB PHONE: 780-201-0133 (DON)

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Vers 875 • JD 4240 • Case 2290 • Kello 225 - 16’ Disc • NH 1475 Hydro Swing • JD 566 Rd Baler • JD 7720 Titan II • 1980 IH Tndm Grain Truck • 2010 Sundowner Horse Trailer • Cat 226B Skidsteer • Triple Axle Toy Hauler BIDDING CLOSES JUNE 9 - TIMED ONLINE FOR ULLO BECKER & ESTATE OF INGO BECKER SE OF FORT SASK - PH: 780-495-1896 OR 780-998-2772 PREVIEW: JUNE 4 - 8 FROM 1 PM - 7 PM

Ford NH 9282; 2982 hrs • Versatile 555 • MMU • 3 - 10’ JD 9450 Hoe Drills • Wilrich 25’ Cult • JD 34’ Deep Tillage • White 273 Disc • 2 - JD CTS II Combines, 1 - with 850 Threshing hrs & 1 - with 1857 Threshing hrs • NH 4700 Swather • 2003 GMC 7500 • 1986 Chev 7000 & 1977 GMC 6500 Grain Trucks • 1995 GMC Van & 1990 Ford Van • 13 - Westeel 5 Ring Hoppers • 4 Grain Augers • VERY CLEAN SALE BIDDING CLOSES JUNE 14 - TIMED ONLINE AUCTION FOR JIM SPARKS EDGERTON, AB - PH: 780-755-2409 PREVIEW: JUNE 11 - 13 FROM 1 PM - 7 PM

1926 Minn. 17-30 • 1929 Rumley 20-30 • 1935 JD A, D, 60, 430, 530, 730 4010 • Restored North Star Gas Pump • IH 300 • MF 97 • Case S • Waterloo Thresher • JD 8’ Binder • Signs, Stationary’s, Tins, Old Equip & MORE BIDDING CLOSES JUNE 15 - TIMED ONLINE AUCTION FOR ROY & ELAINE OLYNYK LLOYDMINSTER, AB - PHONE: 780-875-4050 PREVIEW: JUNE 11 - 14 FROM 1 PM - 7 PM

JD 4440; 7795 hrs; One Owner • JD 7720; 3900 hrs • Versatile 4400 - 18’ • Spray Coupe 3650 • 1986 Ford 700; 15’ B&H • Bourgault FH28 - 32 Sngl Shute • Case IH 28’ Vibra Shank • Degelman R570 R. Picker • Flexicoil System 82 - 70’ Tine Harrows • Vermeer Haybuster 256 • Driall Grain Dryer, Grain Bins, Augers & More BIDDING CLOSES JUNE 16 - TIMED ONLINE ESTATE AUCTION - MARWAYNE, AB

JD 8640 & 4840 Tractors • JD 8820 Combine; Straight Cut Header • Morris Hvy Harrows • Ashland 1-110 Scraper • Peterbilt Hiway Truck • Grain Trailer • Degelman Rock Rake & Picker • IH Seed Drills • Trucks, Grain Bins, Tillage, Hy Grade 16`Blade, Augers, Shop Items, Antiques & More VIEW: JUNE 11 - 15 FROM 1 PM - 7 PM BIDDING CLOSES JUNE 20 - TIMED ONLINE FOR CAROL HAGENS & ESTATE OF JOHN HAGENS SOUTH OF CONSORT (NORTH OF OYEN) - PH: 403-972-2007 VIEW: JUNE 17-19 FROM 1 PM - 7 PM

40 JD Collector Tractors and Qty of JD Parts, Approx 200 Toy Tractors, Vehicles, Old Farm Implements JULY 12TH - CONSIGNMENT AUCTION - REDWATER, AB

VIEW SALES ONLINE & REGISTER WITH LIVE AUCTION WORLD

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Two Hills District 4-H

June 6th, 2022 at Two Hills Ag Society Grounds Show starts at 10:00 am

Sale starts at 3:00 pm

For more information contact: D'arcy at 780-888-6234 or Neal at 780-777-6633

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East Central Summer Consignment Equipment Auction Sale - Hwy #16 East Starts Opening June 3rd, 2022 & Closes on June 7th, 2022 Online Auction - Hwy #16 East - Phone Number: (780) 208-2508

Location: Hwy #16 & Rge Rd 185 (1 Mile East of Hwy 834) - South Side of the Road

Includes a Complete Dispersal for Dispersals for Marshall Maydanski of Chipman, AB, Greg Sebree of Vegreville, AB, Upper Edge Oilfield Services Ltd. of Vermillion, AB & Viking Stables of Viking, AB. Plus a Close Out Dispersal for Tofield Automotive of Tofield, AB

‘07 Peterbilt Winch Truck

‘06 Kenworth T800 Truck

‘02 IHC Steamer Truck

‘16 Peterbilt Tridem Truck

‘00 GMC Gravel/Ashpalt Truck ‘86 Freightliner Manure Truck

‘18 Midlands Belly Dump

‘08 Peerless Logging Trailer Nashcar 24’ Enclosed Trailer

Hitachi 200 Super Excavator Case CX 330 Excavator

NH TD5050 FWA Tractor

MF 6480 FWA ractor

Ford Vers 876 4wd Tractor

Joker RT35 High Speed Disc 2 - Kello 225 12’ Discs

Hutchmaster 22’ Disc

Kuhn 20’ Power Harrows

Kuhn 8.5’ Power Harrows

Morris 70’ Heavy Harrows

Case IH RB564 Rd Baler

Kubota DMC8028 Discbine

NH 688 Rd Baler

NH H7450 Discbine

NH TX66 Sp Combine

Case IH 2388 Sp Combine

Westward M205 w/ Headers

Farmking 10”x31’ Sp Augers Hesston 8100 Sp Swather

Hopper Bottom Grain Bins

Degelman 3500 Blade

Bull Dog 20’ Entrance Gate

‘15 Jeep Cherokee

Can Am 4 Person ATV

NH 800 Manure Spreader

Assorted New Lumber

Melroe 60’ Sp Sprayer

Flexicoil 70’ Tine Harrows

Harmon 60’ Sprayer

GMC 9500 T/A Grain Truck

JD 2320 Sp Swather

For More Information Contact our Hwy #16 East Office at (780) 208-2508 or Aaron Olson at (403) 913-9644 Additional Listings are still being Accepted - All items must be consigned by June 1st at 5:00 p.m. Vers 850 4wd Tractor

New EDJ Hyd. Cattle Squeeze

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Viewing is available from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - Listings are Subject to Additions and Deletions Financing Options:

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Machinery Terms & Conditions:

Credit Cards, Electronic Transfers & Cheques, G.S.T. Will Apply on Some Items, All Items Must Be Paid For On Sale Day. Online Bidding Fees Apply - 4% up to a Maximum of $800.00 per Item

Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd. Rimbey & Hwy #16 East, Alberta - License No. 165690

Email: abolson@telusplanet.net - Homepage: allenolsonauction.com

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By-Election to be Held in Town of Viking Full or Part Time WE ARE HIRING

Bookkeeper B ookkeeper with with Sage Accounting Accounting Experience Experience Sage

Agricultural Equpiment Detailer

REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY

Duties Include:

Apply in confidence with experience, references and wage expectations.

= Washing Farm Equipment = Cleaning Shop Area & Yard Applicant should be hard working and disciplined

Hiring in Vegreville

We oﬀer an excellent beneﬁt package Wages negotiable with experience Email Resume To: randy.metrunec@webbs.ca Phone 780-632-6772

The Vegreville News Advertiser P.O. Box 810, 5110-50 Street Vegreville, AB T9C 1R9 hr@newsadvertiser.com We appreciate everyone's time, but only applicants required for an interview will be contacted.

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FULL TIME INSURANCE BROKER Applicant must have a General Insurance License Must have excellent customer service skills, communica on & interpersonal skills and be well organized. Please email resume to: dus n@wiebeinsurance.ca Or fax resume to: Dus n at 780-632-6500 While all applicants are thanked in advance for responding, please be advised that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A by-election will be held in the Town of Viking on August 23. The by-election is a result of the resignations of Councillors James Buttner and Debbie O’Toole-Balaban on May 16. Sherry Garbe, who officially became Chief Administrative Officer, (CAO) for the Town of Viking on May 17, confirmed the resignations and her appointment during an interview with the Vegreville News Advertiser on May 20. Garbe was the former CAO for the Village of Holden prior to working for the Town of Viking in an administrative capacity. Garbe, took over as Acting CAO following the resignation of Don McLeod. His letter of resignation and release was presented to council during a special meeting on March 29. Garbe said that information, will not be made public in accordance with legislation under the Municipal Government Act under the Freedom of Information and Privacy Protection Act. As far as candidates for the upcoming by-election, Garbe said nomination papers must be filed by Noon on July 26. There is no fee for filing nomination papers.

A Diamond in the Rough Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Vegreville Bears U13-1 baseball team played against the Vegreville Bears U13-2 at Riverside Ball Diamonds on May 16. The coaches for these teams are Scott Langkow for U13-1 and Robert Stemberger for U-13-2. Langkow said, “We have 11 players on our roster. I believe the score was 14-9 for the other Veg team. I think the kids are coming along, the ones that have played haven’t played for two years and then you have some that haven’t played at all. It was also tough

Vegreville Bears U13-1 team play hardball against Vegreville Bears U13-2 team. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)

Mannville Riverview Golf Course & RV Resort

We are open for business.

Monday Men’s Night Tuesday Seniors Day Ladies’ Wednesdays For tee times and camping reservations please call 780-763-2252

is open for the season. Men’s Night Mondays, Ladies’Wednesdays. Come Take the Challenge! Golf Course is in Superb Condition!

Call Clubhouse to Register 780-763-2252

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because of the weather we started late. I think we had one practice before our league started so not having that practice time and trying to teach during games is tough. There has been a lot of improvement in the small amount of time we’ve been playing.”

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Village of Andrew Appoints Interim CAO Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Village of Andrew council has appointed Steve Upham as its new Interim Chief Administrative Officer, (CAO). Upham said the opportunity came as a “pleasant surprise” and he is looking forward to the challenge. Upham replaced CAO Sheila Lupul, who had been in the position for approximately two and a half months. She was discharged from her duties following an in camera session during a special council meeting on May 11. It will be the first time he’s filled the role of CAO at the municipal level, but he believes his three terms in office with the County of St. Paul will serve him well during his time with the Village of Andrew. Upham said during a May 20 interview that he learned a lot during his 11 years, (2010-’21) with the County of St. Paul in his position as Reeve. He said his focus was to give voters back a voice and to help reorganize the organization. Restoring accountability and serving its ratepayers were the top two priorities, which he believes were accomplished. As to how he came in to the position? Upham responded by saying, “I think the people watched what happened in the County of St. Paul. A lot of people like what I did. I think I left the position fairly well respected, and when this opportunity came up, I had been looking around potentially for work in administration because I thought it would be an interesting challenge. I think that the Deputy Mayor knew of that, and so extended the invitation, and asked me to manage the village in an interim position until they find a new CAO. In terms of training for the position, Upham said he has taken some elected officials education courses, but most of his experience has been through governance. “When it comes to formal training, the school of hard knocks. I’m a pretty fast learner. Working with the CAO at the County of St. Paul I learned about the process and procedures and bringing that experience to this job. As far as his strategy? Upham said, “I have to look at what’s happening in the community. How the citizens are feeling about the village and the direction the village is taking. Analyze the financials to see where it’s at, then drawing up a budget. That will set the direction for the future. That’s my job for budget 2022, with the work of council, because ulti-

mately it’s their document. But there was a high turnover in council, and councillors want to see something new and exciting happening in the village. They are in a good position financially, right. So, they need to invest a little bit back, and cleaning up the storefront for lack of a better term. It’s about quality of life. Anybody who lives in a community they look for quality of life.” He said council is wanting to look into revitalizing playgrounds and perhaps an off leash dog park. “It, (Andrew) is within easy commuting distance for any number of jobs, we just have to make the community desirable enough that families want to move here and commute here. There are lots of jobs in the Heartland and Lamont, and we’re not much more than half an hour away. Also, it’s 45 minutes closer to the lakes.” Upham resides near Ashmont where he operates a grain and

AUTO DETAILER Vegreville Auto Body (1993) Ltd. has an opening for an auto detailer. We provide a clean, positive work environment with benefit package. Training available. Forward resume to 5213-51 Ave., Vegreville, AB T9C 1M4 or fax to (780) 632-7512 or email vegauto@digitalweb.net

cattle operation.

NOW HIRING Trailer Assemblers

Skills & Experience: - Ability to work in a fast paced manufacturing environment - Basic knowledge of tools & power tools - Be able to handle items weighing up to 50lbs - Able to work eﬀectively in a team setting Responsibilities: - Use power hand tools safely - Work on assembly line in a team setting - Install decals, silicone & adhesives - Install trailer wiring and decking - Mount and fasten aluminum sheets and trim

Please send resumes to info@conqur.ca or drop oﬀ in person at 4802 57 Ave., Two Hills, AB

VEGREVILLE AUTO BODY (1993) LTD.

NOW HIRING

Looking For A New Activity?

Welders Skills & Experience: - MIG welding experience - Steel fabrication experience an asset - Use hand, air, power tools, cutting torch, plasma cutter - Operate overhead crane to move material - Inside forklift experience an asset - Willing to train the right candidates

is looking for

FILL-IN CARRIERS

Responsibilities: - Assemble and weld trailer frames - Work on a weld assembly line or in production bays - Read and interpret basic blue prints

for the Wednesday deliveries in Vegreville.

If you are interested please stop by and ll out an application at 5110-50 Street, Vegreville.

Please send resumes to info@conqur.ca or drop oﬀ in person at 4802 57 Ave., Two Hills, AB M.D. of Minburn Foundation is currently accepting applications for a

Maintenance Person

Part Time Caregivers Needed

For the Homestead Senior Citizen's Lodge

Driver’s License, Vehicle, Criminal Check Required Medical Exp an asset but will train $18/hr; 30-40 hrs/week

The successful applicant will be responsible for maintaining the interior, exterior and grounds of the building, including lawn and garden maintenance and snow removal.

Serious applicants only pls

Detailed job duty listing is available upon request.

Email resume: 511kmCARE@gmail.com

$$ $ We're Working Towards Something Special

A good job is good for you and your family. A great career contributes to your community through our noble purpose: shaping member ﬁnancial ﬁtness.

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We are looking for a Financial Advisor Associate in our Andrew branch

Apply online at servus.ca We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those considered for the position will be contacted.

Route #12 is available in Vegreville Door to door Wednesday deliveries Must be responsible, reliable & cour teous.

Phone 780-632-2861 or come by the office and fill out an application

ROUTE # 12

Do you have a keen attention to detail? Are you a great communicator and enjoy building relationships? Do you want to make a difference? The financial advisor associate plays a key role in supporting our corporate brand by creating an environment in which our members feel at home. By building trust, delivering personalized solutions and finding opportunities to refer or sell products and services (including loans and investments), financial advisor associates support our financial advisors to help our members achieve financial stability and a good quality of life.

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Interested candidates please apply to: Homestead Senior Citizen's Lodge 5253-46 Ave Vegreville, AB T9C 1P9 780-632-6211 Resumes may also be submitted to Admin@minburnfoundation.ca

55 AVE

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Growing in Beauty members really scrambled to donate perennials. Vegreville Garden Members were very creClub, (VGC) Annual ative in what they were Plant Sale was held at offering for sale and we the Vegreville Farmer’s always have some unique Market on May 20. plants. I would like to President Diana acknowledge Fran Ashton said VGC will One happy shopper takes home Lazarowich for organizthe plants she bought. be celebrating its 43rd ing our plant sale this (Rosanne Fortier/Photo) year in existence. year and past years. Fran “Currently, we have has been a long time member and is so around 30 members. The purpose of our helpful whenever she can.” Ashton said. Club is to encourage all forms of home Vegreville Farmer’s Market Manager and community gardening, participate Marlene Giebelhaus said they were happy in the Vegreville Horticulture show and to have VGC at this market. “It is so nice to exchange information through mem- to see the plants and it is a nice addition bers, lectures and tours. to the market. It is interesting to see what Our plant sale was held to promote the other people are growing in their flowerclub’s awareness in the community and beds. We didn’t have this plant sale here to raise funds for upcoming speakers. for a few years due to the COVID-19 This past sale saw us raise approxi- pandemic. This sale has attracted a lot of mately $350. people especially when we opened in the Because of the cold temperatures, morning,” Giebelhaus said. Rosanne Fortier

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Ducks Unlimited Launches Marginal Areas Program in Alberta Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Janine Paly knows how producers can increase their profits while farming fewer acres. Paly, an extension specialist in charge of agricultural programs with Ducks Unlimited Canada, said the Marginal Areas Program, (MAP) is a way to “Farm less, make more!” She explains that, “It, (MAP) provides a financial incentive to seed those hard-to-access/poorly producing areas to a perennial forage Forages improve profitability, increase pollinator habitat and biodiversity, carbon storage, reduce herbicide-resistant weeds, and act as buffer zones to meet product label guidelines.

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In April, Ducks Unlimited Canada (DUC) officially expanded its Marginal Areas Program to Alberta. The program has been successfully offered in both Manitoba and Saskatchewan for the past number of years. Through the initiative, a financial incentive of $125 per acre is offered to growers for the conversation of annual cropped land to a forage or perennial species mixture.

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Cheque presentation of $4,000. Back Row L-R: Councillor Len Bullock, Councillor Jerrold Lemko, Councillor Tina Warawa, Councillor Taneen Rudyk, Mayor Tim MacPhee, St. Mary’s Catholic School Principal Jim Salsbury, students Drayden Van Der Torre, Dawson Bilyk, Colby Warawa, Councillor David Berry. Front Row L-R: Students Madyson Nichol, Sage Lappa, Aidan Palmer, Co-Chair for Vegreville and Area Stands With Ukraine Committee Michelle Henderson, and student Andrew Henderson. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Vegreville Town Council along with St. Mary’s Catholic School graduation class have been busy raising funds for Vegreville’s Twin City of Kolomyia,

Ukraine. In a press release, it was stated that, the $1,206 which St. Mary’s grad class generated from their Perogy Lunch Fundraiser on March 24, 2022, Council elected to donate $1,894 from their

Portraying Empathy for People of Ukraine Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Karine Tahon is an artist who was born in France, raised in Belgium and currently resides in Edmonton. Karine recently donated several paintings to Vegreville and Area Stands With Ukraine (VASWU) fundraising silent auction to help newcomers from Ukraine who come to Vegreville as well as support humanitarian efforts for Ukraine.

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When Karine was asked about her journey as an artist, she replied, “I always drew and painted since I was a very young girl. The Russian war against Ukraine touches me very profoundly because I am European and all my family is still there, and Ukraine is fighting for the freedom for all of us,” Karine explained. “I painted the first painting I am donating to the

silent auction at the beginning of the war and I called it, ‘Ukraine Under the Storm’. The second painting I’ve painted is of the soldier with the cat and dog as I was touched by the kindness of the soldiers rescuing them. The painting of the little girl’s hand is symbolic of wanting peace in darkness. The other large one is one of many stories that broke my heart, that little girl is real and it was a picture of her and a dead lady which I changed a bit. The painting of the stamp was just to make us all laugh a little bit in the middle of a raging war. I created a painting of President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and painted him at the centre of another of the painting because Zelenskyy was insulted sadly by people where they said he was a comedian and other stuff. But it turns out that he is standing with his people for freedom and I do admire this. He is to me a great leader, regardless of what some other nations are saying, without freedom…we are nothing and this man is on the ground with his people. He is leading his country. This picture with him at the centre is symbolic. There is a reporter, nurse, civilians, men and women soldier and the first known soldier who blew up the bridge (himself included) to save the city because by blowing up the bridge he knew that the Russians wouldn’t get to the city. I gave the paintings to Vegreville where there is a big Ukrainian community because I knew they are doing a lot to help Ukraine.”

Legislative budget, as well as, an additional $900 generated through an impromptu donation box at the Alberta Municipalities’ Spring Leaders Caucus and Town of Vegreville staff donations, bringing the total donation amount to $4,000. Mayor Tim MacPhee said, “This needless, unprovoked attack by Russia on Ukraine continues to rage on and Council remains devastated and heartbroken as we watch the continuing coverage in the country. Our feelings of anguish and anger are however matched by an overwhelming desire to assist our Ukrainian brothers and sisters in any way possible. This donation is another example of our community’s unified efforts as-in what at times can be a rare partnership-local youth and local government come together to offer support for our twin city Kolomyia.” Funds generated will assist Kolomyia in the purchase and procurement of medical and military supplies, along with general supplies to help with sheltering evacuees that have come from other parts of the country, as per a request for assistance directly from the city located in the western portion of Ukraine.

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WYMAN, Gertrude Jean February 28, 1932 – May 23, 2022 On Monday, May 23, 2022, Gertrude Wyman of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 90 years. Gertrude was survived by her loving children: son Christopher (Dale) and their children, Sara (Corbin) and Keith (Jasmine); son Keir and his son Derek along with great granddaughter Hope; daughter Kara (David) MacDonald and their children Brianne, Brooke, and Justin (Nicole); brother-in-law Paul Wyman; along with numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents William and Margaret Smith; her husband Keith; daughter Barbara; one brother Arthur and two sisters Leona and Margaret. A Celebration of Life for Gertrude will be held at a later date in Nova Scotia. Donations may be made in her memory to the “Alberta Cancer Foundation” or “Arthritis Society.” Inurnment will take place at the Port Maitland & Beaver River Cemetery – Nova Scotia. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800

VAUSE, Irene June 13, 1933 – May 17, 2022 Irene Vause (nee Pewarchuk) passed away peacefully at the Lamont Health Care Centre on Tuesday, May 17, 2022. She will be dearly missed by her son, Robert (Jessica), and countless family and friends. Irene was predeceased by her parents, Anna and Andrew Pewarchuk and her siblings: Nancy Burns, Julie Waldron and Fred Pewarchuk. Irene will be lovingly remembered by all who experienced her joyful spark and feisty personality. A Graveside service will be held on Friday, June 3, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at St. John the Baptist Russo Orthodox Church Cemetery - Chipman, Alberta with Father Alexios Surayev officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Lamont Health Care Centre. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800

MELNYCHUK, Kay It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Katie “Kay” Patricia Melnychuk (nee Ungurian) of Two Hills, AB on May 22, 2022, at the age of 83 years after a short battle of pancreatic cancer. Kay is survived by son, Len; Daughter, Laurie; grandson; great-grandchildren; sisters, Rose Melynchuk and Mary (Walter) Dzenkiw; many sisters-in-law, brothersin-law, nieces, nephews, friends and neighbours. She is preceded in death by husband, Harry; parents, Wasyl and Veronica; sister, Sophie; and brothers, George, Jack, Alec, Mike and Adolph. At Kay’s request, a visitation will be held Sunday, May 29, 2022, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at Park Memorial Reception Centre, 11015 - 101 Avenue, Edmonton. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Two Hills Home Care doctors, nurses, health care aides and to the caregivers at the Sturgeon Community Hospital and Capital Care Norwood. Photos, memories, and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com. Park Memorial Edmonton 780-426-0050 Family Owned Funeral Home Crematorium, Reception Centre

Karen Wood Korpan May 28, 1999 Treasured memories keep you near. As time unfolds another year. Our love for you remains forever. Love Always Emil, Duncan, Katie, Elsa & Nina.

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SEBEST, George Words can’t begin to express sufficient gratitude for the incredible outpouring of love and support from family and friends since the passing of my husband, George Sebest. The beautiful messages of sympathy conveyed so plainly the admiration and respect you had for George, but beyond that, the care and concern you have shown for me has touched me in so many ways. Special thanks to Patricia and Gordon of Autumn Rose. Their advice and unfailing kindness has helped greatly to ease the challenge of my new journey. To Donna Lopaschuk and her and her catering team hostess, helper and dear friend: I will never be able to repay you! Thank you - All of you - from my heart. Liz Sebest

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the total of the amount we raised for this fundraiser but the car wash raised a total of $640. Overall, I think everybody was pretty happy with this event. We had lots of volunteers who worked quite hard to do it. So, I am pretty happy with the volunteers’ efforts,” added McKenzie.

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Vegreville Jr. B Rangers Preparing for Upcoming Hockey Season Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Big news out of the Vegreville Jr. B Rangers camp. The club has just signed its new head coach for the 2022-’23 season. Club President Joe Budinski made that announcement official on May 19 as he shook hands with Trevor Carter and officially welcomed him to his new digs at the Wally Fedun Arena. Carter hails from Whitecourt, Alberta where he has spent the past 12 years coaching youth hockey from U7-U18 in various roles, including U13AA and U15AA. He also served as the Director of the TRAC AA Wolverines Club where his role was to re-establish the AA Program in the Whitecourt area.

Vegreville Rangers President Joe Budinski, left, shakes the hand of new head coach Trevor Carter. (Vegreville Rangers/Submitted Photo)

His passion and ability to lead the club effectively has helped the club earn 2 Division titles & Won the KIBIHT Tournament at the U15AA level & 2 Division titles at the U18AA in the past 4 years. Trevor played most of his minor hockey in Drayton Valley as a goaltender, finishing his minor hockey with the Spruce Grove Timberwolves Midget AAA. Trevor brings a fresh perspective and voice to the Rangers since their two year

leave of absence from the North Eastern Alberta Junior B Hockey League, (NEAJBHL) due to COVID-19 health restrictions. The Rangers are currently recruiting players for the upcoming season and are hoping to hold try outs in September. Players must be between 18 and 21 years of age. Brandy Stefan, a Director with the Club, said there will be a league meeting on June 8 with more details forthcoming after that. Other directors include: Colin Klassen, Ryan Warawa, Jim Nichol, Zenith Komarniski and Shauna Micklich. Members of the executive are: President Joe Budinski, Vice President Laine Stefan, Secretary Sandra Ling, and Manager Pete Ling. The Club is looking to fill the secretary position in the near future. The Rangers are Non-Profit Junior B Hockey Club that was founded in 1974 and have been a fixture in the town of Vegreville and surrounding area for all these years. They have been a place for our minor hockey players to continue their post minor hockey careers right here in their hometown. As well players from the surrounding areas Two Hills, Mundare, Smoky Lake, Lamont, Viking and more. When I decided to expand my coaching role this off season, I left nothing off the table which included Junior Hockey. After a short search, the Vegreville Rangers position was suddenly on my radar when I saw they were looking for someone to fill the role of Head Coach. Before long I was in front of the Executive Members for the Rangers for my interview. Fortunately for me, I was given an opportunity to head coach for this historic team. Obviously, the expectation is that we get some wins, but the plan will be more focused on the journey. With the Rangers being away from the league the past two seasons, we have a lot of work ahead of us to build a team for this season and the future. I am truly excited and cannot wait to start putting this team together this coming fall.

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Saskiw said, “With the conversion to LED, ATCO will now service and maintain all lights without additional costs to the Town…The investment of $287,342 will cover the additional fees for 67 months, but there will also be savings realized by the Town in energy consumption and repairs.” Currently, there are 291 lights that are coming to end of life. Saskiw pointed out that when a streetlight goes out, it is often the Town’s responsibility to pay for the replacement which costs roughly $6,000 per light. Saskiw also pointed out that “given that High Pressure Sodium, (HPS) light bulbs will soon be discontinued, an upgrade in the future would be inevitable, the cost of which would have to be entirely covered by the municipality.” As to when the conversion will take place? “At this time we do not have a date from ATCO on when the LED conversion will take place, but we are hopeful it will occur sometime in 2022,” stated Saskiw.

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Good Sports Spring into Action Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Vegreville and Area Kalyna Family Resource Network (VAKFRN) offered their first session of Mini Sports Club program on May 17 at A.L. Horton School yard. Jen Lastiwka, Spoke Program Facilitator for VAKFRN, said there were around 15 children between two and six years of age who participated in this program. “We had Payten Baxandall who volunteered to run the drills come out to coach football for this session. He led a few drills, including some catch practice and

Children participate in a race. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

a touchdown race. He was involved with football through high school and coached for two or three years.” When asked what children gained from a program like this, Lastiwka said, “The children are exposed to different sports each session. It is a great way to introduce these sports to a group of kids that might be too young for organized sports. It is a great gross motor development activity, and fosters community development and connection.”

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During the Vesna celebration, all the students at A.L. Horton School decided to have a farewell presentation for Debra Hyshka and Gladys Menzak who are

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great time with Ms. Hyshka. They are so happy that they were able to do this presentation for her. Also, we have our dear Gladys Menzak who is retiring after 38 years as a librarian with this school,” Father Maskal said. Hyshka said she loves all of the staff and students, and people she had contact with at her time at the school. “This

L-R. Grade five teacher, Melissa Palsitt, Gladys Menzak, Grade one teacher, Kayla Powley and Debra Hyshka. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

was the last place I taught but God always leaves the best for last. I had such favor from God as I always had the best class. I want to thank all of you for being my extended family for 15 years.” Menzak said these past 38 years have been a ride of a career of growing and learning. “My passion and life from the education system has been with all the students. I loved to spend time with you guys.”

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