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District Governor Elect for Lions Club’s Frances Sawiak with member of Lions Club, John Sawiak and Grade One teachers and students from St. Martin’s School. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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RCMP files from May 21 - 27 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser May 21 17:48 – 911 call reporting a “baby cow” in the ditch. When patrols arrived baby cow not located. *** this is NOT an appropriate use of 911 *** 20:00 – Edmonton police requested assistance with serving an Emergency Protection Order (EPO). Officers served the notice to the male and explained the conditions on the order. 20:45 – Complaint of a late return of a child related to a custody order. Members spoke with the father who advised that the late return had been approved by the mother previously. 22:22 – Report of a neighbour dispute regarding one neighbor having a hunting camera on their property. The dispute arises from where the camera is placed and what it may be capturing. May 22 04:51 – Report of a partially submerged vehicle in a slough near Hwy 631 and RR 134. Fire, EMS and RCMP attended. Male showed signs of impairment and was arrested for impaired driving. The driver provided 2 samples over the legal limit and was later released with documents for court. 06:44 – Report that a little dog was attacked by a bigger dog the previous day at the park. The little dog ran away and has not been seen since. Members advised the Community Peace Officers (CPO). 06:47 – Report of a 2004 GMC Sierra being stolen overnight. The vehicle was added to police computer systems as stolen. 07:15 – Report of a 2004 Chev Silverado stolen overnight. Saddle lake RCMP located the truck, however the suspect was able to get away. 11:07 – Report of an ongoing noise issue with a neighbour. The subject is playing the car stereo very loud causing “the windows to rattle”. Members attended and spoke with the stereo owner who was given a warning about excessive noise. 11:35 – Report of a wallet being stolen from an apartment at a senior’s complex. An unknown female had asked to use the phone. Later the resident noticed the wallet was missing. Credit card and driver’s license were taken and the credit card was used in 3 locations in Vegreville. Still under investigation. 15:01 – Caller wanted to inquire about a call they had received from the “CRA”. They were concerned about how the callers got their number as it was unlisted. Ultimately this is a CRA scam and callers were likely using an automated
dialer which attempts every number in a sequence. 15:34 – Report by a caller of theft of 2 bottles of Captain Morgan from her room. 16:02 – 16:09 – Multiple reports of CRA Scam calls from the phone number “226-458-0225”. The female caller stated that the recipients were being investigated for income tax fraud. *SCAM* 20:14 – Report of an adult male drinking with 2 underage people. Information was obtained from SnapChat. Members attended but found no evidence of alcohol being consumed by the minors. Parents of the minors were informed of the complaint. 22:22 – Male caller wanted to report a traffic hazard near TWP 510. Hazard was indicated as being a dead deer laying in the middle of the road. Patrols were made but the deer was not located. Caller was uncooperative and refused to give his information to members. 23:05 – Traffic stop conducted because the license plate did not match the vehicle. Bill of sale was produced indicating that the vehicle was purchased in April. Ticket was issued for no insurance.
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00:20 – Vehicle rollover on RR152. Driver was transported to the hospital. Alcohol was not a factor. 08:35 – Report of a vehicle being stolen overnight. Owner has all keys for the vehicle. Vehicle was later recovered in the Vegreville area with many parts removed. Later at 18:45 a report of this vehicle being found was called in. 09:04 – Report that a female and her family are posting negative comments about the complainant. The subject of the complaint was spoken to by members and was advised to “stop airing dirty laundry on the internet”. ***see last week’s Ponderings in the News Advertiser which discussed “Facebook Policing”.*** 11:08 – Report of a refrigerator which the caller had left at a residence he previously lived at was now for sale on the Internet. The caller stated that he tried to buy the fridge back but the seller was not accepting his offer. ***This is a civil matter. NOT a police matter*** 12:02 – Report of lug nuts being loosened on a vehicle. A suspect has been identified and the incident is still under investigation. 18:46 – 911 report of damage to gas pumps at a gas station in Vegreville. A
vehicle had driven away with the nozzle still in the vehicle. The subject had already returned with the nozzle and hose and have made arrangements to deal with the damage that was done. *** this WOULD be a criminal matter if the subject had not returned on their own to address the damage done*** 20:09 – Break and enter to a church in Mundare. A chalice was stolen. No suspects at this time. 23:10 – Report of a fight. Members attended and combatants were separated. One subject had blood on their face and the other had blood on their hands but both denied fighting. Parties departed the location to “sleep it off”.
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00:01 – 911 report of one of the prior combatants (from 23:10) throwing his brother’s X-Box down the stairs. The complainant did not want charges. The intoxicated brother was arrested to be released when sober. *** the X-Box is still functional*** 09:45 – Report of a call from STAR’s Air Ambulance ***SCAM***. The reporting party indicated that the caller ID showed “James Campbell” and the number of “876-317-6346” was showing as out of Kingston, Jamaica. Calling party was given to instructions to go to the post office to get a Western Union money order and send it to him to claim their prize. At this time the complainant hung up the phone. ***STAR’s Air Ambulance will NEVER ask you to send money to claim a prize*** 11:05 – Complainant attended the detachment to inquire about acquiring a peace bond against their mother. Information was provided. 13:58 – Member observed a vehicle traveling 25 kph BELOW the speed limit. A traffic stop was conducted and it was determined that the female driver had a warrant out of Edmonton. The driver was arrested and then released on documents for court. 15:02 – Female called to report that a male stole money and would not give it back. A member attended and was told by the male that he borrowed the money yesterday. The original agreement was that he would pay back the money when he received his cheque. The complainant stated that she changed her mind and wanted the
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Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On Saturday, May 26, Niko’s Dance Team from Tofield, Alberta, performed a dance recital that would mark 15 years of dance for the group. Students’ with ages ranging from 4-and-5-year-old beginners to dancers who are well into their teens wrapped up a fun, successful season of dance by performing for their family and friends at the Tofield Arena. Over the past 15 years, Niko’s Dance Group has grown into an established, wellrespected studio, with students who come from all over the surrounding Tofield area to dance. While instructors Miss Niki and Miss Rai were busy helping to prepare their students for their performances – and thus, unavailable for an interview – but the recital’s announcer expressed that “It has been an exciting past 15 years for Niko’s Dance. A lot of dancers have grown up on this team, and even more, are just beginning. Can you imagine where they will be in another 15 years?” The recital began with an afternoon of solo performances and finished with group dances in each level and discipline, and large productions that incorporated
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Needles for Prisons Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion Beginning in June of 2018, Correctional Service Canada will implement a Needle Exchange Program starting with one men’s and one women’s institution. The Prison Needle Exchange Program will give federal inmates access to clean needles in an effort to limit the transmission of infectious diseases, such as Hepatitis C and HIV/AIDS. Proponents of the program state that the program will use a model similar to the one currently used for Epi-Pens and diabetic insulin in federal correctional institutions. These programs have proven to be safe and effective. Facts cited by proponents include among others that HCV and HIV/AIDS are still far more prevalent among incarcerated populations than the general public. Simple logic would tell you that if you take a random sampling of inmates incarcerated in federal prisons and compare them with an equal number of the general public, you will likely find that injection drug use is ALSO more prevalent among incarcerated populations. For some, it is that exact problem that put them into
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the system, to begin with. Correctional Service Canada and The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, seem to be attempting to fix a symptom and not the problem. When an inmate has an alcohol problem or aggression issues, they do not give them an open bar or turn their back while they pummel a fellow inmate. They provide them with counselling and support to help them with their addiction or other issues to help them get better. In this case, instead of stopping the flow of drugs in prison’s which is the ACTUAL problem, they are attempting to provide needles to fix the symptom of drug use in prison which is the transmission of disease by intravenous drug users. A similar program was attempted before to reduce the spread of disease via illegal prison tattoos. They provided ink and clean tattoo guns for prisoners to use. What happened? Well, exactly what you THINK might happen inside a prison. Inmates stole the ink to use with their own tattoos and disassembled the tattoo guns to steal the needles for tattoos outside the program or to make weapons. Of course, this type of program would only be implemented after thorough research and consultation of everyone involved... you know, like the prison guards. Not so fast. The Union of Canadian Correctional Officers said the proposed new program “represents a dangerous turning point” and accused the prison service of closing its eyes to drug trafficking in prisons. The initiative “poses a real threat to correctional officers and will put the lives of many inmates at risk,” the union added. In its announcement, the Correctional Service said the safety and security of staff, the public and inmates are of utmost importance. If they really cared about the safety and security of staff, why would they be arming prisoners and why would the Correctional Officers be speaking out publicly? This sounds like another utopian dream by a think tank in Ottawa that is big on idealism but short on logic. There is no denying that supervised injection sites in the public have proven to be effective in keeping those who have addictions safer. However, you cannot magically draw the same conclusions with the same system in a federal penitentiary. Unfortunately, when the inevitable happens and an inmate gets harmed, or worse, Correctional Officer, there will be a resounding “we didn’t see THAT coming” by those in favor of this move. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
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Camrose Roadrunners - 1 Edmonton Expos - 11 In a rare holiday Monday PBL game, the Edmonton Expos would move to 4-0 on the season by defeating the Camrose Roadrunners 11-1 in a six-inning game. The game saw its share of errors however the Expos were able to prevent the Roadrunners from stringing together any momentum. Marcel Lesoway would get the start and take the loss for the Roadrunners while Expos right-hander Anthony Qaqish would pitch a complete game for the win. The lone run for the Roadrunners came in the top of the first inning when the Expos outfielder would drop a running catch off the bat of Brett Keohane. Tuesday, May 22 Sherwood Park Athletics - 6 Tofield Braves - 9
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U9 Green Knights’ Soccer Game with Blue Dolphins Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent May 24’s U9 Green Knights’ soccer game with the Blue Dolphins saw a lot of determination as the Green Knights (Team Two) won by 2-0 from their game with the Blue Dolphins at VCHS field. Coach for Green Knights, Adrienne Mills said the players had some great passing. She feels everyone who participates in soccer obtains great physical fitness while they learn teamwork and problem-solving.
May 24’s U9 Soccer Game with the Green Knights and Blue Dolphins. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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from the pages of the vegreville observer
Compiled by Dan Beaudette
90 Years Ago – May 30, 1938
Small boys made havoc of the big island in Birch Lake last Saturday, when they touched a match to some rubbish and the flames swept over the entire island, destroying practically all growth and also hundreds of wild fowl and their eggs. Birch Lake is a protected area and since being set apart as a bird preserve, there has been a noted increase in the number of wild ducks, geese, etc. establishing nests and rearing their families. While some nests were saved, the greater part fell victims to the fire. It is said that it will take about twenty years for the tree growth of the Island to get back where it was prior to the fire. Just how risky it is to dump hot ashes outside without regard to conditions, was shown on Sunday afternoon, when a fire which would have cleaned up every frame building in town, (except for prompt action by Chief Rodgers and his helpers on the brigade), commenced under the Dreamland Dance Hall at the rear of the Milner Trading Co. Store.
75 Years Ago – June 2, 1943
Motor car owners have been urged by the Alberta Motor Association to use special care of their gasoline ration coupon books. Recently, the regional controller’s office announced that in case of any persons losing or having their coupon books stolen or mutilated in any way, a re-application supported by an affidavit may be made. There is no question about it, these days the Canadian farmer has a real job on his hands. He not only has to meet the home demand, but the United Nations are looking for him to help, as well. This tremendous task of becoming the food bin of the whole world, is going to take all that he has got to do the job. It means, too, that he’ll have to keep every bit of farm equipment he has got working. And, to keep it working regularly he’ll have to keep it lubricated properly. National Defence headquarters at Ottawa had denied reports that Canadian soldiers serving overseas for more than two years are being permitted to return to Canada on leave. After receiving numerous enquiries from wives, relatives and friends of soldiers overseas, headquarters stated that so such arrangement exists and none is contemplated at present.
50 Years Ago – May 30, 1968
1560 yearling rainbow trout were placed in the Elks Fishing Pond east of town Wednesday morning. Stu Shaw, carrier of the fish, brought the year’s supply from Ravon Pond by truck. In addition to the trout placed here an estimated 15,000 were to be planted in Jackfish Lake where a summer kill was recorded last year. The swimming pool opened for the season on Sunday afternoon last and a large turn out of children marked the date. The out door pool is now open during the week-days and children of the town and district are making food use of the facility. There are many days to remember many trips to reminisce with nostalgia, and a multitude of friendly people with some very dear friends, to reconoiter the Square Dance Calling engagements for Arthur Zeigler. During the past season Art has drawn crowds in our neighboring provinces when he has handled dances at Kamloops, Vernon, and Chetwynd B.C. Then there were many trips into Saskatchwan, the greater volume being just over the border, with engagement at Unity, and Kindersly. And again Art will be on the roster of callers during the annual Penticton Square Dance Jamboree in August.
25 Years Ago – June 1, 1993
The recent suitcase dance, sponsored by the Queen Elizabeth parent advisory council, was a huge success. Grand prize winner Rosanne Chilibeck won a trip for two, including air fare, accommodation, spending money and transportation to Seattle, Washington. Unable to take the trip, Rosanne arranged for it to be used by Gail Hissett and Gayla Robert. At the dance there were 28 prizes awarded, including the trip. Wayne Degenstein, treasurer of the Vegreville local of the Alberta Teacher’s Association, presented $100 to Chamber of Commerce president Bill Boyd. The money will be used to promote a candidate forum on June 8 at Lakeland college. The Two Hills Lions made their trip of the month draw on May 27. Winners of a trip to Palm Springs, valued at $1007, were Steve and Alice Miskiw of Two Hills. Landfill hours in Vegreville will be changed effective June 1 to allow longer hours in the summer and shorter hours in the winter. Public works superintendent Orville Tebbutt said in a letter to council that “dozen of calls have requested the landfill be open longer hours, especially during working hours and to include Mondays.”
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What do Environmentalists have Against the World’s Poor? Joseph Quesnel Research Associate – Frontier Centre for Public Policy The last few years have not been good for pipeline projects in Canada. The Keystone XL pipeline continues to be plagued by delays, TransCanada made big news by axing the Energy East pipeline and Kinder Morgan has cut spending on the critical Trans Mountain expansion project to protect its shareholders. After each pipeline setback, oil and gas opponents react with glee and deliver yet another self-righteous speech about the end of the fossil fuel economy. The problem is these activists are delivering a eulogy to the oil economy that’s as premature as the obituary delivered for Swedish chemist Alfred Nobel, the originator of the famous Nobel prizes (a French newspaper erroneously published an obituary for Alfred when his brother Ludvig died). The need for oil and especially natural gas will continue for many decades. Energy consumption and projected needs will continue well into the future. The origin of this energy demand, however, is not where many expect. A recent report by the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) called Canada’s Role in the World’s Future Energy Mix points out that global energy demand is expected to increase by 30 percent from today to 2040. Unless a miraculous new energy source or technology completely replaces fossil fuels, oil and gas will continue to play a dominant role in that mix. The International Energy Agency (IEA) says this growth in energy demand is equivalent to adding another China or India to current consumption. In fact, the CAPP study points out that the IEA estimates that oil will continue to hold the largest share of any fuel source. “This continued high demand for oil will be driven largely by the transportation sector, including aviation and shipping, plus industrial and petrochemical uses.” The IEA also says that this energy demand will increase despite the growth in the use of electric vehicles. Where is all this new energy demand coming from? Not from the industrialized West, which is becoming more
energy efficient through various technologies. The report mentions that the world’s population is expected to grow by nearly two billion, reaching about 9.2 billion people by 2040. The global middle class will double in the same period. This means the gross domestic product will also grow exponentially. This growth will continue over the next few decades in developing and emerging economies. Their populations are urbanizing and industrializing, and many of their citizens are joining the middle class. Growing incomes and improved access to electricity are also creating higher demands for energy. Of course, these improving incomes and economies should be major causes for celebration. Why should we be against more people in the developing world having access to the household appliances and computers that make our lives easier? This also means more people from these countries can access air travel. They will have their lives opened up to the wider world, just like we have. The report also says that energy use in African countries will increase, signaling growing economies in that most impoverished part of the world. So why do environmentalists and critics of pipelines cheer when more Canadian petroleum products are landlocked in this country? Why wouldn’t we want Canada to play a major role in helping these emerging economies industrialize and enjoy our standard of living? What do environmentalists and pipeline critics have against the world’s most poor that they want to keep them poor? These activists may think they’re scoring a real moral victory when they stop pipelines from being built. But they’re only preventing oil and gas products from getting to economies that need them the most. In the absence of Canadian oil and gas - which is produced with some of the best environmental and human rights records in the world - other less-than-stellar producing countries will fill the void. Eulogizing oil and gas is premature and delusional. The oil and gas industry has a big role to play in improving the lives of many people living in the most desperate economies. It’s time to tell pipeline opponents who they’re really hurting: the world’s poorest economies.
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Alberta RCMP Forestry Crimes Unit Lay Arson Charges Corporal Laurel Scott Media Contact – Media Relations Stock Photo Group Smoky Lake, Alberta – The recently formed RCMP Forestry Crimes Unit has laid arson charges against an adult male following an in-depth investigation into a series of arsons in the Smoky Lake area. An investigation by the RCMP Forestry Crimes Unit in collaboration with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry and the Smoky Lake County Emergency Services led the RCMP to determine that several fires had been started as a result of arson. On May 4, 2018, a grass fire was started on Range Road 171 east of the Town of Smoky Lake. As a result of the above ongoing investigation, a suspect and suspect vehicle was identified. Alberta Sheriffs were utilized to assist in this investigation and on May 15, the suspect was observed lighting another fire. On May 17, 42-year-old Daniel Kromm of the Smoky Lake area was arrested and charged with 23 counts of arson. The incidents included in these 23 charges dating back to 2012. A judicial interim release hearing has been held and Kromm is remanded in custody. Kromm is scheduled to appear in Provincial Court of Alberta in Fort Saskatchewan on May 31, 2018. “This investigation was a result of the working partnerships with several agencies; Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, Alberta Sheriffs, Smoky Lake County Emergency Services, Edmonton Police Service, Smoky Lake RCMP and RCMP General Investigation Section,” says Inspector Adrian Marsden of the RCMP Serious Crimes Branch. “If the Forestry Crimes Unit can be instrumental in pre-
venting any future fires, and hold those who start fires accountable, then this initiative is a success.” There is no indication that Kromm is associated to other fires that have occurred throughout the province. The Forestry Crimes Unit, formalized in January 2018, is an initiative where the RCMP and Alberta Agriculture and Forestry can work together to support wildfire investigations and other forestry-related crimes in rural areas.
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U9 Soccer Teams Gain Great Skills
The U9 Purple Diamond plays a game with the U9 Blue Dolphins. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The U9 Purple Diamonds Soccer Team had a fast kicking game with the U9 Blue Dolphins Team at the VCHS field on May 17. The coaches for the Purple Diamonds are Mabyn Grinde and Jennie Gladue. The coach for the Blue Dolphins is Jacob Weirda. Grinde said it a great game overall. “Both teams played really well with exceptional goaltending by the blue diamonds despite lots of offensive pressure from the purple diamonds. It was the first game of the season for both teams and everyone had fun and did lots of running!”
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power baseball - CONTINUED from PAGE 5 After a pair of defeats last week to the Armena Royals, the Braves found themselves with a 1-2 record heading into the game versus the 0-2 Sherwood Park Athletics. The Braves would get a complete game from Sean Melanson for his first win of the season. Tofield’s offence would be led by Rob Berrecloth who was 2 for 3 with a double and an RBI and Craig Koughan who finished the day 2 for 3 with three runs batted in. Armena Royals -6 Holden Blue Jays - 2 Liam Gregor
would hit a three-run home run to pace the Royals to the win as they remain perfect at 4-0 on the season. Blue Jays pitcher Kyle Muzechka would get charged with the loss after his four innings of work. Blue Jays infielder Craig Weder continues his hot start to the season picking up another two hits
including a double to finish the day 2 for 4 with a run batted in. Holden first baseman Zak Lang would also hit a double and finish the game 2 for 4. The win by Armena now sets up a battle of two 4-0 teams as the Royals hosted the Edmonton Expos on Thursday, May 24. Rosalind Athletics - 8 Leduc Milleteers - 5 The defending PBL Champion Rosalind Athletics would need extra innings to defeat the Leduc Milleteers at Fred Johns Park on Tuesday night. It was the first meeting between the two teams since Rosalind swept the Milleteers in their 2017 PBL Semi-Final series. The Athletics are now on a fivegame winning streak against Leduc dating back to last season.
of the season. Gord Nadeau was 3-4 with a double for the Axemen.
Wednesday, May 23
Tofield Braves - 10 Camrose Axemen - 11 Three Axemen errors in the top of the first would lead to seven unearned runs and a 7-0 Braves lead. Tofield would take on three more in the top of the second to make it 10-0 after two. The Axemen would chip away for the rest of the game capitalizing on five Braves errors and misplays to set up a bases-loaded situation in the bottom of the seventh with a 10-10 game. A throwing error back to the pitcher after three pitches would allow Axemen Wes Wilson to jog home with the winning run. Braves rookie Dustin Huebert would be tagged with the loss while Matt Andreassen picks up his first win
Thursday, May 24
Camrose Axemen - PPD Camrose Roadrunners - PPD The first Camrose vs Camrose Powerline Baseball League game since 2004 will have to wait. Mother Nature arrived with a storm causing soft field conditions with more rain threatening when the game was officially postponed. The storm would also wash out the entire Camrose Minor Ball Schedule as well. Holden Blue Jays - PPD Sherwood Park Athletics - PPD Due to rainy conditions, tonight’s game between the Blue Jays and Athletics was postponed to a later date.
Leduc Milleteers - 4 Rosalind Athletics - 0 The only game score reported tonight saw the Milleteers take the back end of a home and home with the Athletics by a score of 4-0. Information about the game was not available however the Athletics were only able to muster two hits against Milleteers pitching. The win by Leduc gives the Milleteers the season series with a 1-1 record but outscoring Rosalind 9-8 over those two games. This is the second time this season that the Athletics have found themselves with a .500 record, something that the team hadn’t seen since June 30, 2015. A 7-1 win over the Milleteers on that day would bring them to a 6-6-1 record on the season.
Edmonton Expos - NA Armena Royals - NA No information or updates about this game were provided.
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St. Mary’s 2018 Grads Set the World on Fire
Masters of Ceremonies Parker Kermode and William Quinton briefly relive a moment of fun from the school year.
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser “Go forth and set the world on fire!” was the motto for the St. Mary’s Catholic High School 2018 graduates, to inspire them in this next leap after their graduation. The ceremony and celebration for the grads were held on Friday, May 30, beginning with a Catholic Mass at St. Martin of Tours parish in Vegreville, and concluding with dinner and the ceremony at the Vegreville Social Centre.
graduates the best for their futures. “As high school students,” the letter began, I know many of you have formed strong relationships with your peers and teachers and worked hard to get here, possibly overcoming hurdles along the way….. I want you to remember that while your graduation marks the end of your high school journey it also marks the beginning of the rest of your lives.” – MP Shannon Stubbs “Believe in yourself to the depths of your being… you have the ability, you
The graduates dance with their parents and grad escorts.
The first speaker was the grad class’ Salutatorian, Rae-Lynn Billingsley, who welcomed guests, staff, and graduates alike to the ceremony, and shared some of the wisdom she will take with her into life after high school, including, “…put value on our families and relationships, as they, more than our achievements, will determine our success.” Over the course of the evening, Masters of Ceremonies Parker Kermode and William Quinton introduced speakers such as Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jessica Littlewood, Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee, and a letter sent by MP Shannon Stubbs to wish the
have the skills, you have the education, and you have the opportunity. But above all this, know that you have got what it takes to make a success out of your life.” – Mayor Tim MacPhee A slideshow put together by Meagan Kowalchuk gave a ‘Class Histories’ perspective into the graduates, first as babies, then as children, and finally, as the young adults they have become. Valedictorian of the 2018 St. Mary’s Grad Class, Nicole De Grano, spoke to the graduates and about their years together at St. Mary’s throughout the years, their shared memories, and hopes for the future. In That whether they move on to the workforce, to further
their education, to thank you as well.” In travel, or to figure this tribute, De Grano out what direction and Dobush rewrote they will be taking their teachers’ school next, they would face website biographies to those choices and better suit their teachchallenges not only ers “as we know them,” with grace and wit but and gave them awards with the same vivacito show their appreciaty, passion, and intention. sity with which they Halfway through the faced their high ceremony, dinner was school activities. served, catered by the “’There is no pasTwisted Sister’s sion to be found in Catering. After the cerValedictorian playing small, in setemony itself was comNicole De Grano tling for a life that is pleted, the dance was less than the one you kicked off with the are capable of living.’ escort or parent dance, (Nelson Mandela) You are all such and the rest of the dance to follow. A special people, with special potential Safe Grad party was held for the grads worth fulfilling. I wish you all keep on Saturday, May 26. your fires burning, and stay infinitely curious to seek new adventures.” – St. Mary’s Class of 2018 Valedictorian, Nicole De Grano. In a tribute to the parents presented by Shataya Spanier and Colby Shedney, the students gave a warm display of their appreciation and love
MLA Jessica Littlewood sharing wisdom and encouragement with the 2018 graduates of St. Mary’s.
Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee encourages the graduates to believe in their ability to make a lasting difference
for the people who raised them to the people who will move forward to take the world by storm. In the parents’ response, written and presented by Mrs. Dobush and Mr. Cannan, the parents gave a speech that centred on inspirational quotes to help their children as they transition to adult life. “You don’t have to make a ton of money, have the best house, have the best car, or the coolest job,” said Dobush. “You only have to make your parents proud, and you have already done that.” Graduates Nicole De Grano and Nichole Dobush also presented a tribute to the teachers at St. Mary’s Catholic School, without whose guidance, they said they would have been totally lost. “And to our second parents,” said De Grano in reference to the teachers, “We
“It is you, through the mercy of God, who will impact others’ lives. It has been a privilege and a pleasure to support, encourage, and assist you in achieving your high school diplomas.” – Principal Jim Salsbury
St. Mary’s Principal Jim Salsbury reminisces about the time he has known the 2018 grad class, and sends them forth with prayer and encouragement.
The Principle’s speech concluded by congratulating the graduates and wishing them the best on behalf of all the Saint Mary’s staff and faculty. Now may they “Go forth, and set the world on fire.”
Graduates, Dignitaries, and guests enjoy the banquet.
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Spring on the Farm
A farmer seeding his crop, south of Two Hills. Top Right: Ducks enjoying a pool of water in a valley north-east of Vegreville. Center Right: A lonely heifer in a herd of sheep, turned out to pasture, south of Two Hills. Bottom right: A classic grain elevator surrounded by a world of green, north of Vegreville.
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Following one of the longest, coldest winters we have had in our area since the 1990’s, spring has definitely sprung, both feet forward, into our fields and pastures. Because of the frequent cold snaps and the flood of water from melted snow, the agriculture industry has been waiting with held breath for the “go” signal from Mother Nature for the majority of the springtime months. Now that good conditions are finally here, local farmers and producers have been very busy over the past few weeks with seeding their crops and preparing their pastures for the herds to return to. This season is nearly to a close; many fields are nearly seeded, and a few that farmers managed to seed early are beginning to sprout with green. Calving (lambing, kidding, etc.) season
is nearly over, and the livestock are being turned out from their winter homes to green pastures. Spring is here… and just in time to start greeting summer, too.
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Buying 4-H Beef Benefits Young Farmers, Saves Buyers Money Submitted Two Hills District 4-H Beef Clubs Across Alberta each spring, 4-H beef clubs host their show and sale events and invite friends and family as well as local business owners, to come and purchase a 4-H steer. For many businesses, attending a 4-H sale is an annual event to look forward to, and they may use the beef themselves, share with employees, or even gift meat packages to their top clients. A 4-H steer is arguably the most pampered beef available: steers are walked, bathed, groomed, and fed the highest-quality feed by dedicated young cattlemen and women. A market steer project on sale day represents hundreds of hours of labour and training by each 4-H member, who may be as young as nine years old. Purchasing a 4-H animal doesn’t just benefit these young men and women, who typically add their steer money to their college funds after paying off their feed bills, but filling your freezer with prime 4-H beef can also benefit your bank account by saving you over $1,000 on groceries! For a closer financial look at what buying 4-H steer can do for a person’s pocketbook, we consulted Bert Love, owner of Love’s Meats in Vegreville, Alberta, and a regular steer buyer. According to Love, a 4-H market steer that weighs 1300 lbs will have an average take-home yield of 52-55% of live weight. That means a 1300 lb steer will produce 676 to 715 lbs of take-home meat. From this average of 695 lbs of meat, you will end up with approximately
62%, or 431 pounds, of roasts and steaks and 38%, or 264 pounds, of ground beef and stew meat, depending on the cuts you choose. If you are considering the investment of purchasing a 4-H animal, here is a comparison to average grocery store prices to assist in your decision: 431 pounds will be roasts and steaks at an average grocery store price of $9.84/lb = $4241.04 Prime Rib Roast - $12.24/lb Round Roast - $9.00/lb Sirloin Tip Roast - $6.30/lb Blade Steak - $7.71/lb Strip Loin Steak - $13.15/lb Sirloin Steak - $9.07/lb Round Steak - $8.80/lb Minute Steak - $7.02/lb T-Bone Steak - $11.99/lb (averaged) Prime Rib Steak - $13.15/lb Rib Eye Steak - $13.60/lb 264 pounds will be ground beef and stew meat at an average grocery store price of $5.86/lb = $1547.04 Stew Meat $6.73/lb (averaged) Lean Ground Beef $4.99/lb Total price at the grocery store to buy the equivalent of a 4-H market steer = $5788.08 Price of a steer at a local 4-H sale $3.00/lb x 1300 lbs = $3900.00 (the average price per pound will vary between animals and districts). Price to have a steer butchered, cut and wrapped at a local butcher, including environmental fee = $875.00 (the average price for processing will depend on the cuts and options chosen by the buyer.) The total cost of a local 4-H steer $4775.00 Your savings when buying a 4-H market steer - $1013.08 For $1013.08 less than at the grocery store, you can support a local 4-H member, a local butcher, and know where and how your food is raised.
Show: 9:00 a.m. Lunch: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Awards: 1:30 p.m. Sale: 2:30 p.m.
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Bullies
the term bully. Maybe going through school there were/are those that some students may fear because of what this person may do to them. It could be what the person might say in social media or maybe how they treat others at school or away from school. Good news here, the schools have no tolerance and address bullying when it occurs within their areas of responsibilities. But here is the thing, adults can often be bullies. Let’s begin by defining bullying. This is usually a repeated behaviour and often towards the same individual(s). The behaviour is broad and any particular person’s definition could quite likely vary. Essentially the
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S/Sgt Jerry Nutbrown RCMP Ponderings – Vegreville Is this really a ‘police matter’? There are bullies encountered all the time by different people so why is this an article? The answer is simple because these behaviours are either criminal or can be a precursor to criminal behaviours. Many people think of young people when they hear
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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, Ever since my neighbor went through his messy divorce, he's been doing things differently. At first he just put the house up for sale, but he hasn't been able to find a buyer in this rough real estate market. Now he's doing something unique to try and recoup his investment. I have never heard of this before. He is selling the house piece by piece. He placed an ad and sold all his appliances in the kitchen. Then he found someone to buy the cabinets and counters. Next he sold the hardwood flooring, the new carpets and the bathroom vanities. Now he's selling the trees and bushes in the yard. I doubt the neighbors will be happy about that. This idea seems utterly ridiculous, but I'm wondering if he knows something I don't. I know some cars are more valuable as parts, but is it actually possible to sell your house in pieces and make as much as selling it whole?
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decision. Maybe he has some grand idea of renovating or maybe he's dealing with his messy divorce in his own way. However, if he's trying to sell the house in pieces as a way to recoup the full value of the home, he's probably out of luck. Carry: Generally speaking, houses are more valuable as a whole and in good move-in condition. Although some people like the idea of a handyman special at a great price, statistically most people want a house that doesn't need repair. Cash: When you break down the cost of a home, the largest expense is typically the labor that goes into building it, not the materials. Therefore, reselling the
parts is unlikely going to recoup the value of the home, even if he sells the landscaping. Carry: The exception would be if the value of the land far exceeds the cost of the house. For instance, if the property was perfect for a shopping center, it would be very valuable, and therefore the condition of the home would be insignificant since it's likely to be torn down. Cash: Although this is probably not the case in your neighborhood, we suspect there is more to your neighbor's decision than meets the eye. You'll just have to wait and see how this story, and the house, unravels. In the meantime, maybe you should do some landscaping while he's selling his yard.
In the housing market, rarely are the parts worth more than the whole. However, the parts are much easier for people to steal. Theft from construction sites can add nearly 1.5% or $5,000 to the cost of building a typical home. Today's thieves take anything from lumber and ladders to recently installed appliances and copper wiring. According to the Construction Industry Crime Prevention Program (CICPP), the loss of tools, material and equipment due to theft is around $26 million a year.
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APARTMENTS 1 & 2 bdrm suites in Vegreville. 1 bdrm-$725, 2 bdrm-$825. Incl. water, heat & energized Pkg. DD same as rent. Small quiet dog allowed with condition. Ph. 780-632-6878.
2008 Dodge Calibar. Automatic. Loaded. 150,000 Kms. Clean. $5200. 780-994-3005 2002 Honda Civic, Standard Drives Excellent Needs TLC $3200 780922-5999 Rare Super Charged 40th Anniversary Grand Prix. Loaded. $4700. Phone 780-994-3005 2010 damaged Dodge Caliber 125,000kms. Drives excellent. For parts. $1500. Phone 780994-3005 2005 Mercedes Smart Car diesel, automatic, black, 192,000kms, $3900. 780994-3005.
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While selling pieces may not be lucrative in the real estate market, it is a profitable business in the auto industry. In fact, most cars are more valuable as parts than as a whole. That makes vehicles a prime target for thieves. Each year more than 75,000 air bags are stolen from motor vehicles at a cost of over 50 million dollars to consumers and insurance companies. Other parts such as catalytic converters, stereos, GPS systems, tires and so on cause 1 out of every 190 vehicles to be stolen.
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The other day I went to look at a car that a gentleman had for sale. He was a friendly fellow, but a little bitter since his divorce. I told him that I needed a new car for a very strange reason. "During the last hurricane," I explained, "a tornado touched down in my driveway and left with my car. Fortunately, everything else was unharmed." "That's amazing," the gentleman replied, "I can sympathize because I had a similar thing happen." "Did you really?" I asked. "Sure," he said cynically, "When my ex-wife stormed off, she took the house!"
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HOMES FOR RENT Southside. 3 bedrooms, 1½ baths, 5 appliances, car port, garage, fenced backyard. N/P. $1200/mo. DD same. To view call 780-632-9835 after 6 p.m. Newly renovated large 2 bedroom townhouses for rent. $795/mo. Two Hills, AB. Please call Hans: 587590-0773 Advertise your rental property here for as little as $7.95 per week! Vista Motel. Main house basement for rent. Motel rooms available for weekly and monthly. Call for more info: 780-632-3288.
2 or 3 Bdrm. Mobile Home, N/P. PH: 780-2089608. Loft suite 1 Bdrm in Vegreville. $950. DD same. Incl. electric, heat, water. Text Matt 780-2750336 HOUSES FOR RENT: 1-2 BEDROOM HOUSE AT 5802-55TH STREET. 1-3 BEDROOM HOUSE AT 4321-49TH STREET. $1100 PER MONTH, INCLUDES WATER. CALL GARY AT 780-632-9454 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom townhouse for rent located south of A.L. Horton School. Fenced yard, nice neighbors. We provide the lawn care and snow shoveling. Rent $975/ month, the tenant pays for utilities. N/S. Please contact Linda Walker (587)-280-1727. 2 bdrm Vegreville house, 950 sq. ft., $795. Available
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2000 Dodge Dakota V8 4x4 Farm Truck. $1,600. 780-922-5999. 2006 Ford 4 x4, Crew Cab, new tires. $4600. PH: 780994-3005 2004 Chev 4 x 4, new t/ case, canopy, $3200. PH: 780-994-3005 2002 F250 Crew cab, 7.3 diesel. Loaded. 410,000kms. $6500 PH: 780-994-3005
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TRUCKS (Barclay Spady/Photo) 1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab. For parts. $650. 780-922-5999
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Impact Vegreville, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Vegreville, has launched Rendezvous Fridays to promote local groups efforts in fund raising, celebrating and creating community spirit at the Rotary Rendezvous Park. On May 25 around lunchtime, the culinary arts program at Vegreville Composite High was the first group to take part in this initiative. In participating in this event, the students were given the opportunity to add another experience to the rich and varied training they have received in the culinary arts program, and the community was able to enjoy the student’s talents in the form of handmade, assorted wraps and salads, as well as dessert and beverages. Vegreville Composite Culinary plans to continue expanding into the community with events like this, and looks forward to working with the Rotary Club in late June.
Smoky Lake School Greets Feathered Friends
Celebrities at A.L. Horton School Mothers with their children. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Courtnee Cunningham H.A. Kostach School The Grade Ones at H. A. Kostash School in Smoky Lake were very busy last week! They successfully hatched 17 chicks in their classroom. Students learned about the chicken life cycle and the needs of animals while taking part
in this exciting project which would not have been possible without the eggs supplied by Mr. Greg Cruikshank and the incubator supplied by the Zatorski family. The wonderful experience gave the grade one students a chance not only to learn about a chicken’s life cycle, but to make some feathered friends as well!
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Mothers are usually the most important celebrity in their children’s eyes! This is for a good reason because none of their work and actions are based on selfishness but instead, they are all rooted in love. On May 11, mothers were a frequent sight at A.L. Horton School’s hallway as they waited to join their children for the Mother’s Day’s celebrations and to share lunch with their little ones.
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Tributes MEMORIAM
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BEAUDETTE, Terry L. In loving memory of Terry Beaudette who passed away May 28, 2015 A cluster of beautiful memories Sprayed with a million tears Wishing God had spared you But a few more years. Thanks for the years you gave us And the happy times we shared, We only pray that when you left us You knew how much we cared It’s lonely here without you We miss you more each day For life is not the same since You went away. Always remembered and sadly missed by Richard, Jerry, ShirleyAnne (Bill) and Megan
Arliene Hrynyk Korpan May 28, 1998
In Loving Memory of Alex Diduck April 7, 1930 - June 3, 2017 Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same We have to hide our heartache When someone speaks your name Sad are the hearts that love you Silent are the tears that fall Living here without you Is the hardest part of all You did so many things for us Your heart was kind and true And when we needed someone We could always count on you The special years will not return When we were all together But with the love in our hearts You walk with us forever Always remembered by your loving wife Pauline, children: Don & JoAnn; William & Grace; Dan & Sandra; Murray & Ann; Quentin & Marlene, and Grandchildren.
SHUKALAK, Natallie March 11, 1929 – May 14, 2018. Natallie passed away peacefully on May 14th, 2018, at the age of 89. She was born in Soda Lake, Alberta, and was raised in the nearby town of Willingdon, before moving to Vancouver. Shortly after moving to Vancouver, she met the love of her life, William (Bill), who she would go on to marry in 1955. Despite the fact Natallie and William grew up only 17 miles apart, they did not find each other until they both moved to Vancouver. Natallie went on to have three daughters and took on the role of homemaker, raising her daughters in their East Vancouver home. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, William, her sisters Mary and Helen, as well as her brothers Matt, Mike, Bill and Dan. Natallie is survived by her daughters Darlene (Matt), Betty, Diane (Ron), her seven grandchildren, and one great-grandson. Natallie is also survived by her many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Natallie was a loving Mom, Baba, and Aunty. She was always happy to open her home to family and friends. She will be missed dearly.
SOLDAN, Heather September 15, 1946 - May 24, 2014 Lost in the moments Far from the crowds We would wander together Walking for miles With the light still before us And day passing by I always remember your smile Cool in the evening Warm in the sun The clouds moving slowly Time was undone Yet the days fall before us And nights rolled on by I always remember your smile Every step and each moment Were all so worthwhile I always remember your smile And it’s strange how for a moment The heavens were ours I always remember your smile Each one has a journey That’s how it goes Sometimes we’re together Sometimes alone Enya Love You, Ever Miss You… Allan
WINTONYK, Anthony ‘Tony’ July 2, 1947 - May 30, 2017 A year has passed, dear Tony, Since you were called away; How well do I remember That sad and weary day, Suffering much, you murmured not, We watched you day by day; We prayed that your dear life, Would not be taken away. Lovingly remembered by your partner Dianne Blair and Family
Karen Wood Korpan May 28, 1999 Treasured memories keep you near. As time unfolds another year. Our love for you remains forever. Love Always Emile and Duncan
SEMOTIUK, Judy Ann Born: May 4, 1953 Passed Away: May 29, 2013 ...Until We Meet Again Those special memories of you Will always bring a smile If only we could have you back For just a little while Then we could sit and talk again Just like we used to do You always meant so very much And always will do too The fact that you’re no longer here Will always cause us pain But you’re forever in our hearts Until we meet again... Always loved and remembered by husband Terry, Mom Olga, Richard, Diana & Family, Robert, Jan & Family & Brenda, Jim & Family Вічная Пам’ять – Memory Eternal
VINNISH, Albert Joseph September 30, 1924 - June 6, 2010 Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather & GreatGrandfather I Am With You Still I give you this one thought to keep I am with you still - do not weep. I am a thousand winds that blow. I am the diamond glints on snow. I am the sunlight on ripened grain. I am the gentle autumn’s rain. When you awaken in the morning hush, I am the swift uplifting rush Of quiet birds in circled flight I am the soft stars that shine at night Do not think of me as goneI am with you still - in each new dawn Loved and remembered always, Lois and all your family
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SMITH, Larry On May 19, 2018 Larry Smith of Two Hills passed away at the age of 64 years. Larry is survived by his common-law wife, Sheila. Celebration of Life Tuesday, June 5, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 4814-50 Street, Vegreville. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to Two Hills Long Term Care. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM
LUHOWAY, ANN SEPTEMBER 23, 1931 – MAY 22, 2018 On Tuesday, May 22, 2018, Ann Luhoway of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 86 years. Ann is survived by her loving family, Terry (Megan Kompf), David (Debra) along with their son Nicholas and Brian (Sheila) and their son Scott and their daughter Jaqueline; son-in-law Rod Evans and his daughter Sarah and his son Matthew. Ann was predeceased by her husband William and one daughter Linda Evans. Cremation has taken place. At Ann’s request no service will be held at this time. Memorial donations may be made to the “Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta” or “Edmonton Humane Society.” To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
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The Power of Collective Giving in Vegreville Submitted 100 People Who Care – Vegreville Senior Citizens Sunshine Club When you donate $100 to a charity, you may wonder if you’re really making a difference. But if 100 people donate $100 at the same time to the same char-
ity, it suddenly becomes $10,000 and that definitely has an impact. As the winning charity at the June 2018 meeting, the Vegreville Senior Citizens Sunshine Club will host Vegreville’s sixth 100 People Who Care gathering at the Vegreville Sunshine Club on Wednesday, June 27, 2017, at 7:00 PM. When you donate, you will also be given a tax receipt. Uniting with a global movement of crowdfunding, the Vegreville chapter of 100 People Who Care meets twice a year for a one-hour meeting to collectively give up to $10, 000 to a local registered charity. Anyone can join by simply filling out a membership form which then allows them to nominate a local registered charity. Three charities are chosen from the nominations to present at the public gathering why they believe their charity is most deserving. Once the presentations have concluded, each member casts one vote for the charity they believe to be most fitting to reserve the collective donation. The charity with the highest number of votes receives the total donated proceeds from those present, as each member writes a cheque for $100 to the winner.
100 People Who Care allows community members to give back in a collective and meaningful way, while raising awareness of all local registered charities, resulting in increased donations across the board. Since inception in 2015, crowdfunding donations from the Vegreville chapter of 100 People Who Care have been provided to the Vegreville Food Bank in the amount of $3,800 in December 2015, the Community Association for Lasting Success (CALS) Breakfast Club received $2,000 in June 2016, the Akasu Palliative Care Society received $3,000 in December 2016, the Vegreville Christmas Bureau received $2,900 in June 2017, and the Vegreville Sunshine Club received $3,200 in November 2017. 100 People Who Care is an open group and new members are encouraged to attend the upcoming June gathering on Wednesday, June 27, 2018, at 7:00 PM to learn more about local charities and this unique model of crowdfunding. To become a member of the 100 People Who Care or for more information, please contact Dwayne Hlady or Don Harfield at the Vegreville Sunshine Club (see ad.) Your membership guarantees no volunteering, no telemarketing, no event planning and no silent auction donations to solicit, but rather a simple and great way to give back right in our own community. Vegreville is a community who cares. Please join us and consider bringing a friend!
bullies - CONTINUED from PAGE 17 actions are negative towards another person attempting to elicit certain reactions or feelings in the other person. As a police officer we are not immune to this nor are our family members. My daughter was the target of bullying while playing AAA level hockey. Unfortunately there are places where this is still swept under the rug and not addressed by those in positions to do so. My daughter ended up walking off the team bench during a playoff game as she had finally hit her limit (and never played for that minor hockey association again). Her love of hockey is what kept her enduring this treatment. This column is not the place to get into what our situation was, but this example is just to show you that it can happen anywhere and to anyone. When it comes to young people, proceeding in a criminal process is usually the last resort as we try to change the behaviour in the bullies. When this behaviour continues it can move into what is deemed criminal harassment. I have talked about it here before but it is the repeated behaviour which the person exhibiting the behaviour causes their target to fear for their safety. This can be done by words alone and/or actions. Unfortunately fear is the one thing most bullies are trying to instil in their victims. Actions that are easily identifiable such as assaults and uttering threats can certainly be put forward through the court system when it is appropriate. No longer is bullying considered part of a right-of-passage but more and more agencies, organizations and companies are writing policies to address it in their area of influence and many of these also have in-house training and awareness sessions. There is no place anywhere in today’s society for bullying because the potential negative effects on victims can be enormous. A zero-tolerance position is best, but it does take those around it, and in positions of authority, to stand up to it and act. People have the right not to be exposed to this treatment including our youth because it can often escalate into criminal actions. So for those who can make a difference, please do. If anyone reading this is experiencing bullying as an adult or a youth/child, come to the detachment and see me. Together we will see what can be done about it.
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Main Picture: Team Lightning play soccer with the U7 Team Four. Top Right: U7 Blue Dolphins soccer team play with the Orange Crush team. Bottom Left: U7 Team Lightning play soccer with the U7 Team Four. Bottom Right: U7 Team Lightning play soccer with the U7 Team Four. (Rosanne Fortier/photos)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Vegreville Minor Soccer Association U7 May 17’s kickoff game of the season taught the young soccer players some great skills and lessons in sportsmanship at the VCHS field. Coach Stacy Bennett said her team, ‘Team Lighting’ played soccer with the U7 Team Four. “I was super proud of all the kids’ stamina. They had no subs and the kids played their hearts out.” The Coach for the U7 Blue Dolphins, Ashley Rinke said all the children had a blast. She said her team played hard but in the end, the other team, Orange Crush won by a close score.
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Submitted Funshine Child Development Centre On Friday May 18th, 2018 the Funshine Child Development Centre went out into the Mundare Community and did some garbage picking. . There were 29 children picking around the Sausage Park, school and cenotaph. We managed to clean up so much garbage that we over filled the plastic garbage bin. The children’s ages ranged from one year and to nine years of age. All the children had so much fun finding all the garbage and putting it into their individual bags. There was one child that told one of the staff “You can call us the Clean UP Crew” as he continued to search and pick up the garbage. This was a great learning experience for the children as it taught them about littering, helping the community, protecting the earth and the team work it take to make a place look clean again!
Saints are Bigger than That Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Singer/Songwriter, Ryan Laird was bullied in middle school. This experience enticed him to motivate and empower youth to chase their dreams and never let negativity get in the way of their success and happiness. Ryan gave an interactive presentation and concert of ‘Bigger than that’ to the students at St. Mary’s School on May 14. Principal, Mr. Salsbury introduced Ryan who is originally from a small town in Fergus, Ontario. After attending college to study music, he went to live in Nashville to make it big. Ryan now calls Vancouver Island home. Ryan is a two time Canadian Country Music Award Nominated Recording Artist who has toured across Canada on the ‘Bigger than That Tour’ for the past four years. Ryan kicked-off the presentation with the first song he wrote that got played, ‘I’m Your Man’. Ryan then spoke about goals while he welcomed students to come to the front to speak about a goal they had. The students who stepped-up wanted to be singers and one wanted to be a hip-hop artist which incited Ryan to ask them to sing along with him and show their talents to the audience. Ryan said the first step to obtaining a goal is to believe in yourself, visualize yourself becoming what you want to be and finally, figure out what steps and actions are needed to achieve your goal. It helps to work hard and put an original touch on your work; especially when you are competing with numerous other
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Professional Singer/Songwriter, Ryan Laird with some of the students. (Rosanne Fortier/photos)
people. Ryan continued on where he intertwined many more songs in between his messages and interactive exercises that he invited everyone to participate in. He carried an ingenious creative process throughout his performances where he showed that he had the natural flair to place the rhythm and the wide-open fields of and big skies of country music in while many of his lyrics were also about how to deal with the tough issues in life, treat others with respect and kindness, and how to achieve your dreams. Each of the performances were met with enthusiastic cheers and a heartfelt applause. Ryan told the students if they ever get bullied, to stand-up for themselves, find someone they can talk to and try to work it out. Everyone can have empathy for others and be up-standers which is a person who stands up for other people and helps them when they need help. It is to be like the theme song of the tour, ‘Bigger than That.’ Ryan stated the best ways to do that is by being the bigger person in any situation, doing the action that benefits the greatest number of people, believe in yourself, communicating your feelings with trusted adults, and being able to rise above negativity.
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Vegreville Elks Lodge Donates to 4-H George Childs Vegreville Elks On May 3rd, 2018, the Vegreville Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler Bro. Robert Bennet presented Chelsea Downing, President of the Vegreville 4-H Multi-Club with a cheque for $500. The funds will be used by the Club to offset the costs of sending local 4-H members to a 4-H exchange meeting in Dundas, Ontario this summer.
Vegreville Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler Bro. Robert Bennet presenting Chelsea Downing, President of the Vegreville 4-H Multi-Club with a cheque for $500.
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Vegreville Elks Lodge Donates to the Vegreville Heat George Childs Vegreville Elks On May 3, 2018, Vegreville Elks Lodge Exalted Ruler Bro. Robert Bennet presented the coach and players from the Vegreville Heat basketball team with a cheque for $500. The funds will be used by the local team to help pay for the fees to play in the spring league in Edmonton Youth Basketball Association.
Mark Kobelski (Coach), Hailey Nichol, Exalted Ruler Bro. Robert Bennet, Mary Mynzak, and Mackenzie Andrews.
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Plants and More at Vegreville Farmers’ Market Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Early in the morning was rush hour at Vegreville Farmer’s Market on May 25 as many citizens were eager to purchase well-cared for plants at Vegreville Garden Club Annual Perennial and Plant Sale. Fran Lazarowich coordinated this plant sale with the assistance of many members of the club. Secretary Dianna Bibkewich said the sale was very successful. The members grew and donated the plants that were for sale. All proceeds from the sale will go to Vegreville Garden Club. The leftover plants will be donated to a community organization. Members of the club commented that the sale was a lot of fun because they were able to share the plants they grew
with others. They remembered someone three years ago who happened to be traveling through Vegreville from Saskatchewan and they couldn’t get over the quality of plants and the price of them. They were just thrilled by the plant sale. After all, these perennials do grow in our area and are ones people might not be able to find anywhere else. Farmers’ Market Manager, Marlene Gielbelhaus was at another booth where she was selling lovely kitchen towels, aprons, and quilts that were created by her 92-year-old mother, Edna. Cathie McLeod who is from Viking had a table where people could buy handmade leather purses which were made by her son-in-law, Boy Thai Leather Goods which is a business from Thailand.
Alberta Painter Shares His Personal Gallery of Heritage Art Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Peter Shostak, a Canadian heritage artist with a focus on his personal UkrainianCanadian heritage, from Northern Alberta made his personal collection of pieces which reflect the lifestyle of Ukrainian settlers in Canada available for the public at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village. The exhibit began May 20 and will continue for two spring/summer seasons. Personal History: Born of two Ukrainian immigrant parents, Shostak expresses a deep connection to the Ukrainian people, especially those who settled in the Canadian prairies, through his work. Due to a lack of recorded history, especially in art, a driving force behind his artwork is to make sure that younger generations have an understanding of the lives of the Ukrainian settlers. “They didn’t have time or light to paint and write,” Shostak explained. “What we have is a lot of embroideries, and some functional items such as vases – my mother embroidered, and my father read – but the settlers were just living their lives, trying to make a home for themselves and their families. It kept them very busy.” And that is what his art portrays. While many Canadian artists focus on our diverse, rugged landscape and all the beauty that can be found in nature, Shostak prefers to imagine the people who lived in that landscape; what they looked like, what they were doing, and, in essence, who they were. The exhibit of his personal collection (including two pieces that have never met the public eye,) walks the viewer through the history of Ukrainian settlers, from camping in a tent to playing outside a schoolhouse in landscapes that Shostak has either photographed or remembered in his travels through the province.
Peter Shostak’s creative process is to make creation his daily habit. “Anytime he has a free minute, he is painting,” says wife Geraldine Shostak, “even if it’s only fifteen minutes before he has to leave for a meeting or an appointment, you can hear him go up to his studio.” Shostak laughingly reminisced that trips from their home in North-Eastern Alberta to Edmonton which usually would take about two hours for a person driving on a direct route at the speed limit, would take about 5 hours, as he would be taking back roads and photographing interesting scenery as they made their way to and from the city. Speakers at the event to welcome Shostak’s work to the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village included the President of the Friends of the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Committee Lydia Migus, UCHV emcee David Makowsky, UCHV Senior Historian Radomir Bilash, and Peter Shostak. After an introductory greeting, the doors to the exhibit were open to the public, with availability to speak to the artist in the gallery.
Plant Sale at Vegreville Farmers’ Market 3-Some of the plants that were for sale. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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Tyler Van Berkel Vegreville Composite High School The VCHS Track team had a very successful performance at the Zone Track meet in Lloydminster. The team sent 20 athletes who competed in a variety of events. All of the athletes had a great day highlighted by Abby Borzel, Colby Rogers, and Nathan Gotteslig, who all medaled in their respective events. Abby took home bronze in the 4 x 400m district relay. Colby Rogers took home bronze in shot put and in the 100m representing the Para athlete category. Nathan Gotteslig took home a silver medal in the 400m and a gold in the 800m. Nathan will be representing VCHS at provincials in Red Deer on June 1st and 2nd.
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U11 Soccer Braves the Heat for Start of Season Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser
On Tuesday, May 22, the Vegreville Minor Soccer Association’s U11 division held their first game of the season at St. Martin’s Elementary School. In spite of extreme heat all evening, both Team One and Team Two gave it their all, and the final score was a close one… 3-2 in favour of Team One. At Team One’s practice after the game, the Coach said that the girls outran the mosquitos throughout the game and had definitely earned every goal, as there were only two spares to sub in, and the sun was very hot even at the 6:00 pm start of the game. All in all, it was a very promising start for the Summer soccer season, full of learning, athleticism, and fun for the U11 players.
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Wendy Brook Bursary Concert
Shade Clark plays the fiddle, accompanied by Jennifer de Forest on guitar. (Rosanne Fortier/photo) All bursary Recipients in no particular order with their donors who are not all present in photo in brackets-Dylan Vadnais (Drs. Elizabeth and Tim Nawrot), Barbara Rybchuk(Woodwynn Farms, John and Terry Kubin), Jennifer de Forest (Heather Soldan Memorial), Shade Clark (Maddigan Chrysler), Sanara Austin (Wendy Brook Music Festival), Cally Austin (Li Giebelhaus), Amber Austin (Wendy Brook Music Festival), Jessie Zeleny (Vegreville Lions Club), Josie Lutzak (Viola Braun-Fox), Clayden Lutzak (Perogies and Jam), Adin Farris (Derek Fox Financial). Donors and committee members in the photo are Larissa Bombak, Terry Kubin, Viola Braun-Fox, Lil Giebelhaus, and Don Harfield.
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Heritage House’s residents were treated to performing arts masterpieces from the 2018 Wendy Brook Festival at the Wendy Brook Bursary Concert on May 22. Chair of Wendy Brook Festival Committee, Larissa Bombak opened the concert where she said the audience would be hearing 11 awesome performers who are bursary recipients. “They will be spending some of this summer at a camp or a school for music whether it is singing, composition, violin playing, musical theatre or other music endeavors. They are receiving these bursaries because they want to continue to practice their skills.” A warm glow then enveloped the venue as the audience was taken on a journey through young vocalist who carried high and low tones well, serene piano and violin performances, high energy fiddle pieces, perfect guitar playing, and more music pieces. Before, Shade Clark’s fiddle performance, Shade’s music teacher-Jennifer de Forest announced that Shade is 13 years old and is one of three Alberta musicians who has been invited to represent Alberta in Ottawa at the Grand Masters showcasing fiddle music. The audience issued a heartfelt applause after each of these performances. They commented that the concert was very nice and they especially enjoyed Sanara Austin’s vocal piece. The bursary recipients were then honored with their bursaries. The winners with their donors in brackets were Dylan Vadnais (Drs. Elizabeth and Tim Nawrot), Barbara Rybchuk(Woodwynn Farms, John and Terry Kubin), Jennifer de Forest (Heather Soldan Memorial), Shade Clark (Maddigan Chrysler), Sanara Austin (Wendy Brook Music Festival), Cally Austin (Li Giebelhaus), Amber Austin (Wendy Brook Music Festival), Jessie Zeleny (Vegreville Lions Club), Josie Lutzak (Viola Braun-Fox), Clayden Lutzak (Perogies and Jam), Adin Farris (Derek Fox Financial).
A Traffic of Gems
Dale Cole with the handcrafted wood products he made. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Garage sales give people a chance to grab the gold; that is the gold of unique merchandise. Many gems of this sort were available at the Community Garage Sale at Vegreville United Church on May 26. Dale Cole had a table of handcrafted wooden creations he made. Dale said he has been making the birdhouses, boot jacks and other product for around 30
years. This is a hobby of his and the items take a while to create but it is a rewarding way to spend his time. The other items available included jewelry, ornaments, household items, glassware, CD’s, DVDs and other stuff that were too numerous to name. This sale was meant to give vendors a chance to rent a table to sell their handcrafted items or stuff they no longer needed and for a fundraiser for the church.
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Vegreville Composite 2018 Grads Raise Funds
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Submitted Vegreville Composite High School The Vegreville Composite High School students, staff, and 2018 held a Grad Fundraiser, Saturday, May 26. It was a beautiful day, with weather permitting some intense basketball and hockey 3 on 3 action, delicious concession food, and a dedicated bottle sorting and delivery team. With the help of all who supported and participated in the event, they were able to hit their fundraising goal of $2000! “We are thankful to the Vegreville community, who supported our efforts, and the graduating class of 2018.” Attendance Secretary and media contact for the school Katelyn Peden said afterward. “Great work everyone!”
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Member of Vegreville Speedway, Kendall Freed presents Race One First Prize winner, Mike Mesi with his prize. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Member of Vegreville Speedway, Kendall Freed presents Race One Second Prize winner, Justine Freed with her prize. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
The nice weather brought out 20 racers and 61 spectators to Vegreville Speedway First Race of the 2018 season on May 26 at Vegreville Airport. Anyone with a drivers’ license is welcomed to race. This event is meant to keep speeding legal and fun while it’s kept off the streets. Member of Vegreville Speedway, Kendall Freed said everyone had a great time at the first race. The winners receive cash as their prize. The winners were Race One First Prize was presented to Mike Mesi. Race One Second Prize was forwarded to Justine Freed. Race One Third Prize went to Lee Hern. King of the Hill winner was Kendall Freed.
Town of Vegreville proclaims May 27 - June 2 as National Paramedical Services Week
Rachel Farr Communications Coordinator – Town of Vegreville Back Row: Chris Jardine - EMS Manager/Primary Care Paramedic, Brandon Metchooyeah - Primary Care Paramedic, Jordan McNeely - Emergency Medical Responder, Cody Yaxley Emergency Medical Responder Front Row: Joemelle Borromeo - EMS Clerical, Mayor Tim MacPhee, Logan Tatarin - Primary Care Paramedic