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RCMP files from October 23 - 29 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser October 23 12:50 – 911 hangup. A call back was attempted with no answer. Address that was reported was for a senior’s living facility.

Member called the location and spoke to staff who indicated that there were no safety concerns.

15:18 – Report of the theft of Halloween decorations. Complainant saw a female take decorations and run to a white F-150 about a block away which then drove off.

15:25- Client called the detachment to express concerns for a family member who was moving to a new residence where the subject of the complaint had threatened to burn the house down. Under investigation.

18:19 – Report of a male and female in a black pickup truck causing damage to a coin box at a water station. Members retrieved CCTV and it is being reviewed. Under investigation.

18:47 – Report of an attempted break and enter to a residence when the complainant was not home. CCTV footage to be reviewed.

Under investigation.

21:46 – Report of a GMC vehicle stolen from the parking lot of an eating establishment in Vegreville. The vehicle was later recovered in Ponoka by RCMP. 21:53 – Report of an unwanted person outside the complainant’s residence. Subject was identified and was intoxicated and stumbling as he was attempting to gain access to his friend’s house. Members arrived at which time the friend stated that the subject could come into the residence, and they would drive them home later. Complainant updated.

23:52 – Report of suspicious vehicles at dealerships in Vegreville. First vehicle described as a white pickup truck and the second a black car with black rims. Under investigation.

October 24 06:05 – Report of a vehicle stolen out of the driveway. All keys accounted for. Vehicle added to the RCMP database.

07:21 – While patrolling for stolen vehicle in the area, members located the vehicle and recovered it. It was towed as requested by the registered owner.

07:45 – Report of a vehicle break in. Subject was identified, located and arrested. Under investigation.

08:38 – Report of a vehicle break in.

Subject related to other mischief files was located and arrested. Complainant updated.

10:08 – Report of a break and enter overnight to a shed. Access was gained by breaking wood holding the lock. Sevier hand tools, power tools and battery testers were stolen with a value estimated at $1000 - $1500 . Under investigation.

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13:10 – Report of a vehicle break in overnight with the keylock being punched out.

Contents of the vehicle scattered about.

CCTV reviewed shows a black Dodge truck being used by the suspects. Under investigation.

14:16 – Report of suspicious persons in a vehicle. Six-hour time delay. Vehicle confirmed as stolen and believed to be the same vehicle which fled from Two Hills RCMP earlier in the day. Under investigation.

16:13 – Warrant executed on behalf of the Edmonton Police Service.

19:50 – Report of a silver car with four people being driven in an erratic manner.

Patrols made but turned up negative for the vehicle.

October 25 01:40 – Report of a garage being broken into and a motorcycle stolen. Complainant recovered the motorcycle in the back alley prior to arrival by members. Complainant noted the neighbour’s garage door partially open. Members attempted to contact the neighbour with no success. Garage door secured and follow-up will be done with the neighbour. Under investigation.

02:50 – Report of property damage.

Members identified the same subjects from incidents earlier in the week. Under investigation.

09:57 – Possible break and enter reported.

Members attended and spoke with the subject who was conducting maintenance at the residence. Members spoke with the owner of the residence who confirmed the subject was there legitimately. Complainant updated.

10:39 – While on patrol, members queried a license plate which came back stolen. A female was driving the vehicle. When members turned around and located the vehicle, it was parked and unoccupied. Members located the female in the alley. She was arrested, charged and later released with documents for court.

12:22 – Report of a break and enter to a property the complainant owns. Stolen items identified and photos of the subject provided.

Neighbourhood inquiries were negative.

15:10 – Report of a driver striking three parked vehicles a Vegreville parking lot causing significant damage to the vehicles.

Statements on file. Under investigation.

17:11 – Report of a hit and run where a burgundy van hit the complainant’s vehicle and failed to remain at the scene to exchange information.

18:59 – Members attended the residence of a client who was reported to be discussing self-harm. After a brief, but tense interaction, the client denied the concerns.

October 26 01:00 – 911 panic alarm at a Vegreville business. Members attended and patrolled the area then checked the business. All doors locked and no damage on the building.

Business was closed.

01:19 – Members conducted a curfew check.

Members attempted to make contact at the

house, garage and trailer with no answer.

Subject deemed non-compliant. Warrant will be submitted.

08:41 – Report of an abandoned vehicle in the alley. Member attended and noted the back tires had been removed. Registered owner was unable to be contacted. Tow company called.

Owner attended and indicated he had removed the tires and was keeping the vehicle there.

Complainant updated.

14:57 – Possible fraud. Client reported that money was taken from their bank account.

Under investigation.

15:48 – Complainant indicated that they were informed by a neighbour that people were trying to set up “camp” in the yard of the complainant’s business. Members attended and noted not one was at the complainant’s business. Subjects were located and denied being at the complainant’s business.

18:29 – 911 report of a suspicious person.

Complainant reported a male walked to the front door of their residence and knocked, asking to come inside. Complainant asked the male to leave and he complied. Members made patrols but did not find the subject of the complaint.

20:42 – Members investigated a noise complaint. No noise heard.

October 27 09:57 – Report of an alert from remote surveillance that someone was in their garage while they were out of town. Members attended the residence and found no signs of forced entry. Complainant updated.

10:17 – Single vehicle rollover where a Semi on Hwy 15 near RR 173 caught the shoulder resulting in the second trailer detaching and rolling over in the ditch. One trailer was leaking fluid deemed non-flammable. Spill cleaned up and report done.

October 28 03:48 – Caller requested police assistance and then the call was disconnected. Call backs went to voice mail. Members finally contacted the caller who indicated that everything was good and no assistance was required.

October 29

Nothing of note

With the colder temperatures, RCMP would like to remind the public to lock vehicles and remove all personal belongings when idling to warm them up.

During the week there were 63 calls for service made in total including: 1 false 911, 1 false alarm, 2 animal strikes, 0 relationship violence, 4 calls under the Mental Health Act or related to mental health, and approximately 8 tickets or warnings from traffic enforcement.

The RCMP encourages members of the community to contact them if they have any information on files listed in the Blotter.

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You’ve been voting wrong. At least that is what it sounds like for some of our readers.

The last few weeks have given us a wide array of news on various topics related to the environment. It seems that these days most things in Canada are related to the environment.

For many months, it has been the position of the Alberta government that reaching a net-zero electricity grid in Alberta by 2035 was unfeasible. Not impossible, just not practical if we also want to eat and do other fun things like heat our homes and pay our rent.

To the East of us, Manitoba NDP Environment Minister Tracy Schmidt is doing just that… promising to deliver a netzero electricity grid by 2035. According to Manitoba Hydro CEO Jay Grewal, achieving a net-zero electricity grid by 2035 is not possible. This despite the Manitoba grid currently reported to be at 97 per cent non-emitting generation. The two main factors for that last 3 per cent is the volume of construction AND the cost. Cost that undoubtedly would be passed on to taxpayers. Minister Schmidt stated that while she respects the opinion of Manitoba Hydro the NDP government has a different opinion.

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told Alberta, when asked about reaching net zero targets, “how fair would it be to the rest of the federation if we started carving out exceptions to provinces?” This week we found the answer.

On Oct. 26, Justin Trudeau announced a three-year carbon tax exemption on heating oil. Home heating oil is primarily used in Atlantic Canada and a large amount of it comes from oil from the Middle East; by far the preferred oil of refineries in Eastern Canada. It produces far more CO2 than natural gas.

In the West, we not only heat our homes with cleaner burning, ethically sourced, natural gas, it also powers our electrical grid.

Interesting, yet not surprising, it seems as though there will be no carbon tax exemption for using our cleaner fuel — natural gas.

Since that wasn’t nearly enough, Trudeau doubled down his double standards by enhancing a federal heat pump rebate by giving it only to Atlantic Canada.

If you like numbers, here are a few to consider. Last quarter, polling showed federal Liberals losing 6 points in Atlantic Canada while the Conservatives gained 11 points. Can you connect the dots?

While on CTV’s Question Period, when asked about the carbon tax exemption and if it would be extended beyond Atlantic Canada, Rural Economic Development Minister Gudie Hutchings (Liberal) stated that it would depend on the success of the project.

When pressed further on whether she believed it was fair that people in Western Canada would have to live a more unaffordable life than those in Atlantic Canada, Hutchings essentially said that the rebate would apply to all rural Canadians however it was the Atlantic caucus (Liberal MPs) that “came with these options,” and presented them to the Prime Minister and cabinet.

Hutchings went on to offer some insight into the way democracy in Canada is run under our Liberal government. “… but I can tell you Atlantic Caucus was vocal with what they’ve heard from their constituents, and perhaps they need to elect more Liberals in the Prairies so that we can have that conversation as well,” she said. I thought... never mind. I don’t know what to think anymore. There was once a time those things were said behind closed doors.

So there you have it! Right from the mouth of an MP. If only western Canada voted Liberal, we would be treated the same as other Canadians. So much for a democracy and the “federation.” Clearly despite the mantra of our PM “A Canadian is a Canadian, is a Canadian,” there are different levels of being a Canadian. One if you vote Liberal and another if you’re those folks out west.

I don’t know what it would take to fix our current climate of divisive politics, but I hope we find a way before the country is torn apart like we have seen in other places in the world.

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FROM THE PAGES OF THE VEGREVILLE OBSERVER COMPILED BY DAN BEAUDETTE

90 Years Ago – November 1, 1933

The teachers of the Innisfree district held a Banquet at the Alberta Hotel, Innisfree, on October 28th. A teacher’s club was organized.

The following officers were elected: President – Mr. W. Code; Sec. Treas. – Miss V. Anderson; Executive Members – Messrs. Pearl Thompson, N. Hrynyk, and A. Tereslo.

“A really successful carnival” is the verdict given by both the public and Elks in reference to the Elks Carnival which concluded on Tuesday last. The results of the Ballot for Queen of the Carnival were as follows: Miss Kostashuk, 67,450; Miss Bienvenue 64, 550; Miss Harms 31,850 and Miss Trimble 9,600. The coronation ceremony itself, conducted by Mr. Ellerton, was a graceful and charming series of tableaux during which Queen Sonia Cessor, Queen Mary, who as gracefully accepted it.

Practically all the farmers in Shandro completed their threshing before the snowfall last week. The two exceptions are Wm. Huculak with 300 acres and Mike Hawreliak with 200 acres are still unthreshed. Very few however have their green feed stacked.

Peter – “How do you like fishing at the New Kiew”? Mary – “Fine, if there weren’t so many suckers like you.”

75 Years Ago – November 3, 1948

The contingent of bowlers from south of here almost 25 miles who call their hometown, Holden, arrived on Monday night to take on the Vegreville ball rollers and did they take a beating. Three games were played all-toll, Vegreville taking all of them with ease and a clear margin of points. Marvin Nichol of the Vegreville team got the night high with a score of 254.

For several days workmen have been engaged in fitting up the former Sheldon store for occupation by the Vegreville Co-op, which has found its own premises too small for the amount of business offered. The two stores are now connected and will be run as one institution.

Over last weekend the stall of the Treasury Branch took on the duty of moving office supplies, equipment, all documents, ledgers, and finally, the cash-in-trade from the former offices on First Avenue West to the Provincial Building, at the south-east corner of Main Street and Second Ave. This building, under construction all summer, now houses the Treasury Branch, the Vendor’s Store, and the office of the District Agriculturalist, thus consolidating most of the local provincial enterprises under substantially one roof.

50 Years Ago – November 1, 1973

His Honor Chief Judge John Decore and Mrs. Decore were most happy to revisit Vegreville for the pleasant occasion of the opening of St. Vladimir’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Mr. Decore practiced law here in the late ’30s and 40’s before becoming Member of Parliament for Vegreville.

Well-known Vegreville sportsman, Harold Trenaman was chosen to head up the Vegreville Heather Curling Club’s operations for the coming year at a meeting of the group last week. Assisting Harold will be Ernie Youzwishen, vice president, Ernie Sorochan, secretary, and Willie Hantiuk, treasurer.

Carolyn Charchuk, a student at the Vegreville Composite High School, was recently appointed by the Town of Vegreville as Youth Representative on the Vegreville Recreation Board.

Wild game abounds in the area of Grist Lake and Winnifred Lake and in addition to fishing, big game hunters very seldom go away emptyhanded. Dr. Francis Schulte dropped a Moose a couple of weeks ago while at Grishaven on a fishing and big game hunting trip.

Major road and sidewalk construction projects in Vegreville have been severely hampered by weather conditions during the past two weeks. Virtually all progress had been halted in the residential districts.

25 Years Ago – November 3, 1998

Dean Jeffrey of Vegreville won first place in the Western Producer Photo Contest. There were 4,451 photos entered in the contest. “A prairie Mona Lisa” commented one of the Judges.

At the Elk Island Public Schools Board meeting on October 8, 1998, the Board approved the motion to consider the closure of Queen Elizabeth Elementary School if A.L. Horton Elementary School modernization is satisfactorily completed.

Congratulations go out to Darcy Humeniuk of Two Hills who was recently recognized by the Certified General Accountants Association of Alberta for having achieved the highest average in the 1997/98 academic year for the CGA Program of Professional Studies. With this honor, he was granted the Level 3 Tuition Scholarship worth $500.00.

Mannville is a nice quiet town east of Vegreville on Highway 16.

Mannville was incorporated on December 29, 1906, and today it has a population of 758. There are 44 merchants and services, numerous home-based businesses, good recreation facilities, good health care services and a school (K-12), active service clubs, and churches in Mannville along with many friendly people. Travel through and visit the Ostrich Pen on 53 Ave. or the Elk farm (Staden Sign) south of Hwy. #881.

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Albertans Struggling With Rising Costs Due To Carbon Tax Kris Sims

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Trudeau carbon tax increases the costs of food, fuel and heat Kris SimsThe colder weather is here. Albertans are making dinners and heating their homes against the chill this autumn.

Nourishing and everyday things, such as preparing a holiday meal and staying warm, are now financially punishable offences.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s two carbon taxes make driving to work, buying food and heating our homes cost much more.

As one of the Trudeau government consultants who drafted the legislation stated, the carbon tax is meant to “punish the poor behaviour of using fossil fuels.”

The first carbon tax adds 14 cents per litre of gasoline and 17 cents per litre of diesel. This costs about $10 extra to fill up a minivan and about $16 extra to fill up a pickup truck.

The carbon tax on diesel costs truckers about $160 extra to fill up the tanks on big-rig trucks.

The second carbon tax is a government fuel regulation that fines companies for the carbon in fuels.

Those costs are passed down to drivers at the pump.

Trudeau fashioned his second carbon after British Columbia’s. B.C. drivers have been paying two carbon taxes for years, and it’s a key reason why they pay the highest fuel prices in North America,

usually hovering at about $2 per litre. Trudeau wants to make Vancouver gas prices as commonly Canadian as maple syrup.

Trudeau imposed his second carbon tax this Canada Day. It’s unclear yet how much the second carbon tax costs for a litre of gasoline and diesel in Alberta. In Atlantic Canada, the second carbon tax tacks an extra four to eight cents per litre of fuel.

That big tax bill is only getting bigger because Trudeau is cranking up his carbon tax every year for the next seven years.

By 2030, Trudeau’s two carbon taxes will cost an extra 55 cents per litre of gasoline and 77 cents per litre of diesel, plus GST. Filling up a big rig truck with diesel will cost about $760 extra.

In seven years, average Albertans will pay more than $3,300 per year because of Trudeau’s two carbon taxes, even after rebates.

Ordinary people pay Trudeau’s carbon taxes every day. So do truckers. So do farmers.

Remember the Thanksgiving turkey? Turkeys eat grain, which is hit by the carbon tax when it goes through the grain dryer. Turkeys are raised in heated barns, which is carbon taxed, and the trucks hauling them from the slaughterhouse to the grocery store get carbon taxed, too. That’s how the carbon tax makes food cost more.

The Parliamentary Budget Officer reports that the carbon tax will cost Canadian farmers close to $1 billion by 2030.

But it’s not just transportation and food that gets hit with Trudeau’s carbon tax.

Home heating is punished too. The current carbon

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Village of Andrew Mayor Barry Goertz Optimistic About the Future

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Village of Andrew council held its regular and organizational meeting on Oct. 25. Councillor Barry Goertz was named Mayor for 2023-24 and is looking forward to the future with great optimism.

Goertz previously held the position of Mayor during his first term in office, and stated, “I am very excited for yet another year within our term, and optimistic that we can not only continue with our hopes, but also to build on the goals to not only maintain the life style of our Village, but to add some optimism and trust that we as elected officials were voted in to provide.”

As far as his goals and objectives over the next Barry Goertz.

12 months in office, Goertz said his top goal is, (Barry Goertz/Submitted Photo) “creating a team from this group of diverse individuals including the nominees for our upcoming by-election. I am excited that we are going to have a group that will not be afraid to speak up and to voice their opinions.

This will help us to be accountable and to keep the focus on the needs of the Village.”

In terms of recruitment of a permanent Chief Administrative Officer, Goertz responded by saying, Council recognizes the incredible work by Ms. Sharman Donald as Interim CAO and all staff. We have been dealing with some very significant issues.

Council is moving forward with HumanEdge Recruitment & Consulting Services in the recruitment of a Chief Administrative Officer for the municipality. We understand the recruitment process would likely require up to two months.”

Previously, the Village of Andrew council had requested a Municipal Inspection that was recently completed by a third party, SAGE Analytics, which was selected by Municipal Affairs to conduct the inspection. Goertz confirmed that he, along with Deputy Mayor Tammy Pickett and Councillor Merwin Haight did meet with company officials on Oct. 25. He added, “The findings are confidential at this time but will be made public after the Minister deliberates on the findings. We are hoping this will

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Goertz also provided an update regarding the Village’s administration building.

“After a review and inspections of a few potential buildings in the community it was determined that the existing Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) building presented the best option for the Village’s administration building.

At this point we have approved an extension to the existing agreement with EIPS up to December 31, 2023, and council has passed a motion to move forward with an intent to purchase the EIPS building under the terms and conditions of the original agreement. The Village continues to evaluate the costs of building repairs identified in the building inspection.” and the associated annual maintenance and operating costs. We look forward to working with EIPS as we move closer to a purchase agreement.

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Lamont County ASB Supports Raccoon Control Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Lamont County Agricultural Service Board met on Oct. 11 and one item up for discussion included racoon control with members recommending promotion as part of its rental program of traps.

Agricultural Fieldman Terry Eleniak says board members were “very supportive” of the initiative. The County has increased the number of traps available for rent from one to four, and Eleniak says producers can rent a trap for 10 days provided they put down a $100 deposit and return the trap within that time period.

Main Photo: Agricultural Fieldman Terry Eleniak with one of the raccoon traps that are available for rent.

(Michelle Pinon/Photo) Inset: Footage of raccoon captured by a producer in Lamont County. (Lamont County/Submitted Photo)

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Eleniak points out they, (agricultural services) are there to support individuals who want to trap racoons, but they do not actually do the trapping of the racoons as that is the responsibility of producers.

While Alberta’s raccoon population has traditionally resided largely in the province’s southeast, in recent years raccoon territory has expanded to include more central parts of the province. “They are migrating,” notes Eleniak as there have been sightings in rural areas around Mundare and Andrew in the last seven to eight years. “One producer caught 12 racoons and another caught seven racoons.”

Eleniak is urging producers to keep their eyes and ears peeled for racoons as they can have several litters per year, cause damage to wooden building, carry diseases and become aggressive to smaller animals like cats. “People need to take onus for their safety.” He adds, the traps are not designed for eradication, but for control.”

Raccoons are one of several pests included in the Alberta Pests Act. According to the Government of Alberta, raccoons are omnivores and can easily adapt to whatever food sources are available. “Near human habitation, raccoons will eat whatever we deliberately or inadvertently provide, such as garbage, chickens, corn, compost, bird seed or pet food.

Raccoons are nocturnal, though they may also

roam in the day. They make their dens in culverts, attics, chimneys, outbuildings, tree hollows, barns, abandoned buildings or rock crevices.”

Raccoons and disease • Some raccoons in Alberta may be infected with diseases or parasites of concern, such as raccoon roundworm, canine distemper, or leptospirosis.

• Although we do not see raccoon rabies in Alberta, any raccoon that is unusually aggressive or approaches people and other animals without fear should be avoided.

• If you see such behaviour in a raccoon, bring in children and pets then notify the nearest Fish and Wildlife office or municipal animal control organization.

• It is always a good idea to keep your pet’s rabies vaccinations up to date, especially if it’s allowed to roam.

• Raccoons use a designated latrine area outside of their den. If it’s necessary to clean up such a latrine, keep in mind that raccoon roundworm (a parasite in the intestines) can be transmitted to people through the eggs shed into raccoon feces. Be very cautious – wear gloves and a mask, and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.

• Cover outdoor sandboxes to prevent raccoons from using them as a latrine site.

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Vegreville & District Food Grains Growing Project 2023 Update

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On October 10th, a group of volunteers harvested 11,000 bushels of barley at the Vegreville & District Food Grains Growing Project, marking the culmination of another successful year for the project.

Thanks to the continued support of area farmers and businesses, the majority of the costs of growing the crop were covered by donations. The organizers anticipate that, after covering some expenses, approximately $55,000 from the Vegreville growing project will be contributed to the Canadian Food Grains Bank’s humanitarian efforts around the world.

The Canadian Food Grains Bank is a partnership of 15 Canadian churches working together to end

global hunger. Donations to the Food Grains Bank are matched by the federal government. The funds raised are used to provide emergency food in times of crisis for people in the developing world, and to fund longer term development projects to increase food security. Over the past 20 months, the Food Grains Bank has provided humanitarian aid to Ukrainians impacted by Russia’s invasion (both within Ukraine, as well as for displaced Ukrainians in neighboring countries).

More information about the Canadian Food Grains Bank is available at foodgrainsbank.ca or by contacting a member of the local organizing committee.

Cash donations towards the Vegreville growing project, or to the Food Grains Bank directly, are always gratefully accepted.

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Two Hills Hospital Ladies Auxiliary Society’s 55th Anniversary Two Hills Hospital Ladies Auxiliary Society Submitted On Tuesday October 24, 2023 the Two Hills Hospital Ladies Auxiliary Society celebrated their 55th Anniversary. Here are some highlights in photos.

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Members of the Two Hills Hospital Ladies Auxiliary Society were joined by AHS staff and representatives of the provincial government, Town of Two Hills, and the County of Two Hills to mark the 55th anniversary of the Two Hills Hospital Auxiliary Society. Founded in 1968, the Two Hills Hospital Auxiliary Society has sponsored special events for long-term care residents and funded many patient-comfort initiatives at Two Hills Health Centre.

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Deborah Gray shares fond recollections of time spent volunteering with the Two Hills Hospital Auxiliary Society with (l-r) Leona Ewanchuk, Eli Myhovich, Claudette Gorgichuk and other attendees of Tuesday’s celebration of the organization’s 55th anniversary.

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Town of Vegreville Economic Development partnered with Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce and Community Futures Elk Island Region for the Pathway to Future at Crave

F��������F������������������ (Lamont County) Tenders for the purchase of lands described as below are invited: Legal Description: (Note: The Lands do not include Mines and Minerals) A. NW-27-52-17-W4 – Contains 160 Acres More or Less B. NW-34-52-17-W4 – Contains 147.89 Acres More or Less - Excludes 12.11 acre yard site - The Lands are located in Lamont County.

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Appetite on October 19.

This event was held for the Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce (VDCC) General Meeting Terms and Celebration of Small Businesses.

1. The Offer to Purchase must be: The evening began with free holiday release a) Unconditional and in writing; Spirits Liner Tasting of ‘Thick and Dirty’ hosted by b) Accompanied by a certified cheque payable to Olson + Rau Alana Braaten from Hawke Prohibition Distilleries Law for 5% of the price offered; c) Include the GST number of the Purchaser, failing which the out of Sherwood Park.

GST must be added to and included in the purchase price.

After this, there was supper from Crave Appetite d) Placed, along with the deposit cheque, in a sealed envelope, which attendees said was delicious. marked “Stadnychuk Sale Tender” which reaches the offices First Vice-President for VDCC Jerri Ziegler of Olson + Rau Law at #12 6109-50 Avenue, Vegreville, chaired this meeting where she introduced their Alberta T9C 1N6, 780-631-1010 by 4:00 p.m. MST on special guest His Worship Mayor Tim MacPhee, February 15, 2024.

2. A decision will be made regarding acceptance of tenders by no “Mayor MacPhee is a passionate advocate for our later than 4:00 pm., February 19, 2024. community. Now in his second term as Mayor, 3. The tender may be for any one or more of the parcels advertised.

MacPhee and his fellow members of Vegreville 4. The Seller has the right to accept or reject any and all tenders.

Town Council have focused on sustainable commuThe highest tender will not necessarily be accepted. nity growth by tapping into the Vegreville 5. The Closing Date of the purchase and sale will be March 15, 2024.

Advantage.”

There shall be no adjustment for 2024 taxes.

6. The lands will be sold “as is” subject to the encumbrances and MacPhee stated that the business sector is one of interests recorded on the existing Certificates of Title with the most important sectors we have in our commuthe exception of any financial encumbrances, which shall be nity right now. “This is something that this council discharged. There are no other representations or and the previous council that I was on, took very warranties made by the Seller. seriously.

7. If a tender is successful, the deposit which accompanied it shall In the last three years, any business under 50 become non-refundable. All unsuccessful tenderers will have their deposits returned to them. employees, we reduced their taxes by 20 percent.

Small businesses are the heartbeat of our community. Without them, we would have a hard time offering half the services that we do to our residents.”

Some of the key points MacPhee presented from his Mayor’s report on Local Business Matters, were: olsonrau.ca -The Prosperity Industrial Park is 90% complete. It will be complete next construction season.

-Officially welcomed Double A Trailers to and Requirements for Voter Identifcation Vegreville (after their purchase of the former Buhler Local Authorities Election Act (Sections 12, 35, 46, 53) Industries/Ezee-On Manufacturing building) in LOCAL JURISDICTION: VILLAGE OF ANDREW, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA Spring 2023. Their operations Notice is hereby given: are expected to fully on-line That an election will be held for the filling of the following offices: in spring 2024.

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West (former Trans-Canada Building) to Full Throttle Truck and Trailer Repair.

-Council unanimously passed Machinery and Equipment Tax Exemption Bylaw.

-Introduced new ‘Local Business Signage’ Incentive; Provides businesses, excluding homebased, that add, improve, or enhance permanent frontage signage affixed to their location (minimum $5,000 investment) an opportunity to apply for a $2,000 grant from the Town of Vegreville.

When asked, MacPhee admitted that Vegreville Town Council is planning to raise the taxes this year.

“That is what we are working on right now and as soon as we know, we will announce it at a Council Meeting. We will have to do this because due to the policing cost alone, we will have to raise taxes. We are locked into a Provincial Police Agreement.”

After this, Kathy Dmytriw, Project Coordinator for Community Futures Elk Island Region said, “We had a company come out and work with us as a board to discuss a Sustainability Plan. These are key words that are used regularly; sustainability, strategic, etc. which are basically the grassroots what we need as a Chamber to refocus on. They help to give us some guidelines in order to decide what matters in our community and surrounding areas and gives us some real key points for us to stay focused on.

We need to hear back from our membership about what you feel is important. As a board and executive, we will move forward with those suggestions.”

Then VDCC General Manager Roxane Bordyniuk mentioned that they will be running the Passport to Christmas this year, with 22 businesses already signed up for it. Other events planned are the VDCC Christmas Party and the Second Job Fair which they had in talks with members of Lakeland College and Alberta Skills to see if they can get the try-a-trade here.

Bordyniuk also stated that businesses have brought forth the issue of what VDCC is able to do about shoplifting. “I have contacted the Alberta Chamber of Commerce (ACC) and we are working with them.

We will report further on about our vision at our meeting in November.”

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Devon played on the team last year and said it’s a great feeling to walk into the arena and know the kids from all different age levels and their parents. “One of my favourite things is seeing the young kids. I was walking through the tunnel off the ice the other night and one of the kids gave me a fry.”

He doesn’t mind signing autographs too. While wearing the ‘C’ is a great honour, it’s a great responsibility, but one that he embraces by demonstrating character and leadership inside and outside of the locker room.

One of the challenges is to get all the players to play as one. In the highly physical and competitive type of league that they play in, keeping a level head and staying out of the penalty box is not an easy task, but something he tries to do regardless of the circumstance or score.

“We have to work on discipline. We have to stay out of the box, and not play shorthanded most of the game. We need to make sure to work 60 minutes. Everyone is kind of frustrated, but that’s something you have to work on.”

In terms of his own strengths and weaknesses, Devon says his strengths are determination, hard work and commitment. Perhaps most importantly, “Not giving up.

Give 110 always.” He admits to having a need to compete. “Hockey is one of the most competitive sports out there. I like to challenge myself.”

As far as weaknesses, “Probably staying on the ice too long.” There is no such thing as quit and Devon exemplifies many ideal qualities and skills that make him a true leader.

As far as his future in hockey? Devon says he was asked to help out with some of the coaching next year, something that he is considering. He has coached his younger brother Gavin’s team, the Smoky Lake Stars for the past four years, and really loves being out on the ice with the younger players. “It’s nice to be able to pass on what I’ve learned throughout the years.”

Devon said both he and his 14-year-old brother Gavin started out as defensemen, and now play center on their respective teams. Devon’s 15-year-old sister Brooke is a former figure skater and is heavily involved in dance.

Devon’s parents Ken and Colleen are terrific role models and always there to support him and his siblings.

Devon is finishing up is apprenticeship and will become a full-fledged journeyman mechanic in December.

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Justin Trudeau’s Job Killing Gatekeeping Ruled Unconstitutional Office of MP Shannon Stubbs Submitted

Shannon Stubbs, the Official Opposition Shadow Minister for Natural Resources and the MP for Lakeland, responds to the Supreme Court ruling on the constitutional challenge to Bill C-69, led by the Government of Alberta, and joined by seven other provincial government intervenors: “Today’s Supreme Court ruling is a devastating indictment of the NDP-Liberals’ ‘No More Pipelines’ Bill C-69 and affirms that it’s an “unconstitutional arrogation of power by Parliament.” As Conservatives, indigenous communities, provinces, municipalities, and a broad coalition of diverse private sector proponents warned throughout debates when the Liberals passed it almost 5 years ago, the ruling affirms that Bill C-69 is broad in scope, rife with constitutional overreach, unwarranted jurisdictional interventions, and that “Parliament plainly overstepped its constitutional competence” in the designated project list. When the Liberals passed Bill C-69 through the House of Commons, even after the Senate unusually sent it back for further amendments instead of passing it the first time, all Provinces, and all Territories - governed by various political parties that represented tens of thousands of concerned Canadians in every corner of the country outright opposed Bill C-69 or called for revisions, especially with regard to jurisdictional issues, the Liberals ignored them all and pushed it through anyway.

“This government was warned. They ignored everyone. And for nearly five years it’s been a largely uncon-

stitutional law that the Supreme Court agrees ‘exceeds the bounds of federal jurisdiction.’

“The fact is the scope and impacts of Bill C-69 always extended well beyond pipelines and major resource development; it was always divisive, and added uncertain red tape with no concrete timelines. It continues to risk Canada’s energy self-sufficiency and security, tens of thousands of jobs, billions in investment, and billions in revenues for all three levels of government. Bill C-69 remains a major threat to Canada’s economy and competitiveness and is a barrier to major projects of all kinds.

“Last year, the Woodland Cree Nation intervened in support of the eight provinces that pursued the challenge against C-69 through to the Supreme Court after the Alberta Court of Appeal ruled it’s a “wrecking ball” of “federal overreach” and “paternalism” to jurisdictional responsibilities, and “altogether infringes on Aboriginal and treaty rights…”. Today, the Supreme Court ruling affirmed the Federal government’s responsibility to “secur[e] the welfare” of Indigenous Canadians, and what the Woodland Cree emphasized in their Supreme Court submission that Bill C-69 “limit[s] [their] ability to develop resources by extending the federal order of government’s reach beyond its constitutional limits and create[es] obstacles” which block resource development and other projects they need “to fund and develop important and necessary infrastructure for [the Nation], including safe roads, clean water, schools, healthcare and support for elders.”

“Eight years of Trudeau’s top-down, central planning, anti-private sector, anti-development, anti-energy policies and his inflationary carbon tax 1.0 and 2.0 have driven billions of dollars in natural resource investments and major projects out of Canada and destroyed hundreds of thousands of jobs that provide powerful paycheques for Canadians, which harms Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, and benefits dictatorships and other resource-based countries with much lower environmental standards than Canada’s. The “Just Transition” policy, which represents a fundamental overhaul of Canada’s economy, not an altruistic skills training plan for workers, along with their plot to legislate an emissions cap--which will function as a de facto production cap--will be more of the same.

“This decision is an indictment of the Government of Canada’s position but a win for Canada overall. Bill C-69 is one tool the Prime Minister’s NDP-Liberals use to create uncertainty for future projects and paycheques through “death by delay,” and arbitrary rule changes.

The NDP-Liberals undermine private sector good faith efforts to comply with constantly changing and new red tape that make it impossible for natural resources projects, traditional and renewable energy development, and major infrastructure of all kinds, to get through Canada’s regulatory process and to actually get built on time and on budget by the private sector.

“Half a decade of a bad law by Trudeau’s NDPLiberals, and a travesty of potentially generational economic losses for all Canadians, as a consequence.”

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Last Tuesday, I was pleased to join Seniors, Community and Social Services Minister Jason Nixon at the Grand Opening of the Muriel Ross Abdurahman Court affordable housing project in Fort Saskatchewan. This project will be a welcome addition to the Fort Saskatchewan community, and I am proud to have successfully advocated for provincial funding to make it a reality.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

ZUK, Ruby May 30, 1943 - November 4, 2015 In loving memory of our dear sister Ruby Zuk (Hook) who passed away November 4, 2015 If yellow roses grow in heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for us Place them in our sister’s arms and tell her that they’re from us.

Tell her that we love her and when she turns to smile Place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while.

Because remembering her is easy We do it everyday But there’s an ache within our hearts That never goes away.

Sadly missed always remembered Albina, Dianna and our families

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BEREZAN, Brad December 29, 1965 - October 31, 2019 You left us sweet memories to blossom Bearing fruit for the years to come In the lives of those who loved you Precious memories of days that are gone Loved and missed by Dad and Mom Family and friends

SOLDAN, ANNE (nee Melnychuk) October 30, 1930 - October 27, 2023 Anne peacefully and quietly fell asleep in the Lord Jesus Christ on Friday, October 27, 2023 with her family at her side.

Anne was born on October 30, 1930 on the family farm in the Shandro area. She leaves to mourn her passing her loving family, son Douglas Soldan, granddaughter Tanya (Jay) Skelton and her only greatgrandson Bret Skelton; daughter Debbie Chilibecki, granddaughters Lara (Daniel) and Leanne; grandson Leighton (Shelby) and her only great-granddaughter Kollyns; her husband of eighteen years George Shapka and stepsons Barry Shapka, Brian (Cindy) Shapka and their families; she also leaves numerous nephews, nieces and a countless number of loving friends.

She was predeceased by her parents Zachary and Wasylena (Ambrosie) Melnychuk; her only brother Alexander (1935-1937); sisters Helen Hawrelak (Bill), Mary Matichuk (Bill) and Alexandra Basisty (Peter); nephew Trevor Christensen; nieces Traci, Iris, Genet and Phyllis; great-nephew Mark; son-in-law John W. Chilibecki; and step daughter-in-law Eve. Anne was the last surviving member of the second generation of the Ambrosie family in Canada. A Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir in Vegreville, Alberta. A Funeral Rite will be held on Thursday, November 2, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir (5146-48 Avenue) with Father Benny Ambrosie officiating.

Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to “STARS” or the “Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir Building Fund.”

To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com VICHNAYA PAMYIAT AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. Vegreville, 780-603-5800

TKACHUK, Donald Nicholas July 5, 1944 – October 18, 2023 On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, Don Tkachuk of Willingdon, Alberta passed away at the age of 79 years.

Don is survived by his family, sons Blair (Jane) and Conrad (Vi); daughter Dawn Bloxham; 6 grandchildren; brother Victor (Irene); 3 sisters Julie (Les), Lillian (Cliff) and Jeanette; special friend Rose Gorda; along with numerous relatives and friends. Don was predeceased by his wife Audrey; parents Steve and Anne; brother-inlaw Alfred.

A Private Funeral Service was held on Thursday, October 26, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home (5036-51 Ave.) in Vegreville with Archpriest Vitalie Manoli officiating. Interment followed in Holy Ascension Russo-Orthodox Church Cemetery – Wasel.

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KOTT, Helen October 24, 1912 - November 2, 2013

To our Mother who has been in Heaven for 10 years.

We Thank you for loving us and guiding us even though you are no longer here.

I wish Heaven has visiting hours, so we would see you and talk to you, Dad, Betty and Lorne again.

Our memories are a keepsake.

Ed, Mary Jane, and Ernie

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LOZOWY, Stella The children and grandchildren of the late Stella Lozowy would like to thank each person who showed us such tremendous support, sympathy, and kindness.

We appreciate the pallbearers, Carlie Ferguson for reading the eulogy, those who sent cards, flowers, extended condolences, and made generous donations in Stella’s name. Heartfelt gratitude for all your prayers and supporting us by your attendance at the funeral. A special thank you to Father Damien Dutka’s service and the beautiful voice of Cantor, Namisha Greening. A huge thank you to Dr. Strydom and staff at the Vegreville St. Joseph’s General Hospital, especially the nurses for their devotion, expertise, and compassion as our family walked through the final steps of Stella’s life.

We appreciate the delicious meal prepared by the Holy Trinity Parish. To Gordon and Patti of Autumn Rose Funeral Home, we cannot thank enough for your compassion, guidance, and professionalism.

Thank You and God Bless Eternal Memory

SEMOTIUK, Olga We heartfully express our sincere thanks to all our family and friends for all your thoughtfulness at the loss of my mom, Olga Semotiuk. Your hugs, donations, flowers, cards, messages, prayers, and words of support are all so greatly appreciated. Special thanks go out to Rt. Rev. Father Slawomir Lomaszkiewicz for his inspirational prayers and support, and to all who participated in the funeral service, especially the cross bearer (Rudy Warawa) and pall bearers (Rev. Stephen Sparks, Derek Lazaruk, Robert Semotiuk, Jack Semotiuk, Gary Semotiuk, and Jason Warawa). Thank you as well to Janet Litun and Park Memorial for their compassionate and professional guidance. A special thank you goes out to Vegreville Legion Branch #39 for honoring Olga with the flag at half-mast, and to the Legion Ladies Auxiliary for their last post tribute. A heartfelt thank you and our deep gratitude goes out to Dr. Strydom and all the staff on the second floor of the Vegreville hospital for their professional and tender, loving care of Olga. Thank you to everyone who has paid tribute to Olga, we will always remember your kindnesses.

With love and appreciation, Melissa and Rev. Stephen Sparks

STELMASCHUK, Helen The family of the late Helen Stelmaschuk who passed away on September 30, 2023 would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all who attended her service, sent cards and flowers, brought food and contributed to The Alzheimer’s Society. We also send our thanks to Autumn Rose Funeral Home for their professionalism and help during this difficult time. A special thank you Father Damian Dutka for Helen’s blessings and the beautiful service. Also, thanks to the ladies of the Holy Trinity Church who provided an excellent meal. Thanks for Helen’s care to Dr. Strydom, Dr. Frank and to the staff at Century Park.

Thank You, Mike Stelmaschuk and Family

Celebration of Life

Celebration of an Incredible Life

MELNYK, Elias Victor August 13, 1942 – October 28, 2023 On Saturday, October 28, 2023, Elias Victor Melnyk of Willingdon, Alberta passed away at the age of 81 years.

Elias is survived by his loving family his wife of 51 years, Marie; one daughter Diane; two grandchildren Shiania and Khallel; two sisters Joan (Ron) and Mary; along with numerous relatives and friends. Elias was predeceased by his parents William and Verna and one brothe Mike.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 3, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville, Alberta. Memorial donations may be made to “War Amps” , “ Crisis Association of Vegreville” or “Vegreville Stands With Ukraine” To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. Vegreville, 780-603-5800

Jennifer Powley November 1, 1977 - September 17, 2023 Jen valued connection, family, and community.

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An average Alberta home uses about 2,800 cubic metres of natural gas per year, so the carbon tax will cost them about $337 extra to heat their home. Costs are similar for propane and furnace oil.

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It’s unfair because ordinary people driving to work, buying food for their families and heating their homes are backed into a corner. Carbon tax cheerleaders tell them to “switch.”

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What abundant, reliable, affordable alternative energy source is available to Albertans? This isn’t like choosing between paper or plastic bags; this is about surviving the winter and being able to afford food.

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Mikayla O’Brien, a recent graduate from Lamont High School, was presented the award by Reeve Diduck at Elk Island School Division’s Lamont High School Annual Awards evening on October 23.

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Vegreville Skating Club Annual General Meeting This Weeks Numbers Saturday, October 28, 2023

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Some of the board members at the meeting in no particular order: Amanda Warkentin, Steve Sykes, Jessica Baker, Denise Gara, Katrina Sanford.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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To discuss the happenings of this year and the new business for next year, Vegreville Skating Club Annual General Meeting was held on October 20 at Wally Fedun Arena.

President of Vegreville Skating Club (VSC) Denise Gara chaired the meeting. “For the 2022-23 season, we ended the season with 72 skaters, with our long-time coach Leighann Becker running StarSkate and StarGroup Programming and Pre Can Skate members taking a break from practicing on the ice.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Employment Opportunity Part-time office administrator for the Innisfree Seed Plant.

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Kiersten Dmytriw running our PreCan and CanSkate Programming for her first year of official coaching. We were able to host a carnival last year, which was well-attended. It was a great success with our parent volunteers all pitching in to help.

So, we are very grateful for that.

For the upcoming year, we are seeking and really welcome new board members and volunteers.

Looking ahead to 2023-24, the session offerings have been adjusted to accommodate scheduling constraints and arena time availability. Our Coaches remain the same as last year and currently, we have 74 skaters registered.”

At the Election of New Executive, some of the members who were acclaimed were Denise Gara for President, Katrina Sanford for Treasurer, Roxy Weleschuk for Vice-President, and Amanda Reichert Warkentin for Secretary.

Afterwards, there was a question and answer period where one member asked what volunteering for VSC entails. Gara replied, “Volunteering is not a big time commitment and we can work around your schedule.”

Employment Opportunity COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27

Heavy Duty Mechanic Permanent Full-Time Employment The County of Minburn No. 27 is seeking an individual for a permanent full-time Heavy Duty Mechanic position based at the County Operations Shop located in Vegreville, Alberta. For detailed information including position requirements and qualifications, please visit the County website at: https://minburncounty.ab.ca/p/job-opportunities Employment Term: Permanent full-time Salary Range: $36.54 – $41.93 per hour Submission Deadline: Will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected

Pre Can Skate members practicing.

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