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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A semi-tractor trailer careened into the green space between east and west bound lanes of Highway 16 on Nov. 7 near the west end overpass.

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Upgrades to Vegreville CN Rail Crossing

Workers from Road to Rail Construction Group INC work on upgrades to the Hwy 857 rail crossing in Vegreville. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

On Nov. 2, the CN Rail crossing on Highway 857th in Vegreville was closed to accommodate upgrade by workers from Road to Rail Construction Group INC. President of Road to Rail Construction Group INC Matt Reber said, “CN owns the crossing and is responsible for maintaining it.

We did this as a preventative maintenance because the crossing was old and needed to be upgraded.

If we didn’t do this work, there might have been the potential to have a train derail. The work we did involved cutting the asphalt, taking out the old crossing panel, replacing it with a new one, putting crossing pads in, repaving and cleaning up.”

Reber said the total cost of the upgrades was $200,000.

Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee said, “I feel these upgrades were necessary because this has been one of the problem crossings

in our community for a long time. I remember it being an issue ever since I have been on Vegreville Town Council and that has been for around 10 years. They have done some temporary fixes by some local companies but with the amount of truck drivers’ traffic that drives through it, we needed better upgrades.

I know myself, I have written letters to the Chairman of CN Canada regarding it and we don’t have a lot of say in it because it is not our road; it is a Provincial Secondary Highway. So, when we approached CN, we had to do it through Alberta Transportation to get some work done there.

So, I am very happy to see they put the upgrades on and it will go along with the 50 Street and 51 Street crossing which are very well made. This project needs longevity as there are a lot of truck drivers who drive on HWY 857 North. So, this is well received from the Town of Vegreville’s aspect. We are very happy about it.”

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COP 27 is underway in Egypt. The 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. That’s a mouth full. There is much debate following the previous conventions on whether this is an event vital to humanities survival or a (very large) collection of selfimportant people arriving in private jets to pat each other on the back.

Even well-known Greta Thunberg has stated that the event is and opportunity for “greenwashing, lying and cheating,” Does this come as a surprise to her? Greta could have asked any number of people NOT arriving in droves to the event how useful it has been. Twenty-seven meetings, and by all accounts, nothing has happened. The world is on fire and there seems to be no real plan, (one that works anyway) to transition off of fossil fuels. It’s no surprise that an event involving the two letters U and N (the United Nations) has very little substance.

It can be argued that the only real advancements have come out of labs, private industry and a renewed effort to listen to those who have come before us. As someone who pays a great deal of attention to energy, I can tell you that there are breakthroughs almost every week. In the past two weeks alone, there have been announcements in battery technology, green hydro-

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There are lots of opinions on the “best” way forward.

Obviously, this is a topic of hot debate and depending on who’s doing the talking, there is often a slant to the discussion. There is hydro, solar, wind, wave power, geothermal, natural gas, nuclear fission and of course the always five years away, nuclear fusion. I’m sure I’ve left something out, but you get the idea. Much like most things these days there is no real debate.

Everyone is positive that their solution is best and everything else is a waste of time and money. That thinking has brought us to where we are today.

The “poster child” for a green transition used to be Germany.

They, like many other jurisdictions, were very public about moving to wind and solar in an effort to eliminate their reliance on fossil fuels. Well, we know where that has left them. Other countries have bet big on nuclear fission and this week EDF in France announced that reactor repairs will take longer than normal resulting in France importing power instead of exporting. This puts further pressure on the energy crunch in Europe.

Droughts across the globe have reduced output from hydro energy. Any region relying heavily on a single technology without the foresight will at some point find themselves in an energy deficit.

We are seeing that now partly due to global conflict and the fallout from that, but also from poor planning. Rolling blackouts is defined as a measure of demand response when the demand for electricity exceeds the power supply capability of the network. This is becoming well known in 2022. In the UK, people are already being warned that rolling blackouts may be a part of their winter. South Africa, Scotland, Wales, Bangladesh, Finland and even many states in the US like New England & Connecticut are having the same discussions. Some analysts feel that 2023 will be even worse.

The old adage of “failing to plan is planning to fail” is on full display in the current energy crisis. While we cannot predict what will happen in the future, there are many people who make their living planning for what MIGHT happen and mitigating those risks. Clearly, not many of them work in government or better decisions may have been made. I say MAY because all too often, greed and politics, (they are sometimes the same) are the deciding factors and not for the greater good.

In Canada, we are blessed with an abundance of natural resources. Oil, coal, forests, wind, solar, hydro and precious metals. There is not much we are lacking in that regard. What we may be lacking is proper planning and leadership. That would, however, put us in good company with countless others at COP 27. While not on the official agenda, “how not to plan for and energy transition” could be one of the roundtable discussions.

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For the past decade Tammy has operated her hair salon 171 Willow Lane Studio. On Oct. 30 she hosted an open house to celebrate 10 years in business and thank her clients. Evans said it’s “shocking” to think it has been that long since she began operating her hair salon at the farm. “It’s 10 years ago today that I opened the salon.”

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90 Years Ago – November 9, 1932

Friday next, November 11th is Remembrance Day and by legislation of the Dominion Parliament is a full statutory holiday. Stores and other places of business will therefore be closed for the day.

The Democratic Party in the United States won its greatest victory at the polls on Tuesday, November 8th, when Franklin D. Roosevelt, governor of New York was elected to the Presidency over Herbert C. Hover, present incumbent of the office.

The Council of the M.D. of Norma met on Monday as a Court of Revision to deal with some twenty-odd appeals against the recent assessments. In every case the appeal is based on the plea, “assessment to high.”

The Observer is willing to bet that a good fifty per cent, of the United States electors who voted for Roosevelt on Tuesday think they voted for the redoubtable old ex-President, Colonel “Teddy” Roosevelt – or at the very least voted for his son. The newly elected President is only distant related to the ex-President – fourth cousin, is the exact relationship – so the connection lies chiefly in the name.

75 Years Ago – November 12, 1947

Emily Bissell of Wilmington Delaware, started the first Christmas Seal campaign in the United States in 1907.

The first Canada Wide Christmas Seal sale was held in 1927. In the 20 years since, the death rate from tuberculosis has been cut from 82 to 45 per 100,000.

Two Alberta men, Bloss Rutter of Calgary and Buster Harle, a farmer of the Vermilion district report seeing one of the west’s rarest birds, the whooping crane. Rutter reported seeing the bird in a slough about three miles east of Cochrane, while Harle said he saw the bird on a small lake on his farm.

An indication that Britain is rapidly returning to normal peacetime interests is contained in a request from the Dudley Zoological Society in Worcestershire, England to the Department of Mines and Resources Ottawa, for a shipment of wild animals from Canada’s National Parks. The letter explains that with the end of the war the society is anxious to re-stock the Dudley Zoo with all speed and needs, among other specimens, the buffaloes, three bears, four beavers and four raccoons.

50 Years Ago – November 9, 1972

National Kinsmen President, Pierre Blanchard quoted founding president Hal Rogers in his closing remarks saying “Hats off to the past, coats off to the future” when he addressed a group of Kinsmen, Kinettes, K-40 and guests in Vegreville.

The Vegreville Elks Lodge held an initiation for five new members.

Initiated were Alvin Erickson, Marvin Ness, John Bennett, Marshall Kuzyk and Jack Poole. The patrol team conducted the new candidates during the ceremony. The patrol team was led by George Hoggins and organist Harold Coleman. Other members were Harold McCarty, Andy Olineck, Orest Youzwishen, Art Ziegler, Gordon Henderson, Jim Durie and Matt Sorochan.

Traffic on Highway 16 on Saturday and Sunday morning was risky business for anyone and speeds travelled were cut down to an absolute minimum. One trucker did not have Lady Luck travelling with him ran into misfortune about a mile east of Ranfurly when his tractor and trailer unit jack-knifed on an icy corner and skidded into a power pole. No one was injured.

Jerry Clarence Klammer son of Mr. and Mrs. C.E. Klammer of Vegreville joined the RCMP in January 1972. Having successfully completed Recruit Training on August 25, Cst. Klammer has been transferred for duty to the province of British Columbia.

25 Years Ago – November 10, 1997

The Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce plans to close its Willingdon branch. Last week, the bank announced operations at its Willingdon branch would be rolled into the Vegreville branch.

The move takes effect March 31, 1998. One fulltime, two part time and one casual employee are affected by the move.

Mayor Dave Kucherawy signed a proclamation designating January 23-25 for the Northeast Alberta Winter Games to be held in Vegreville. On hand at the signing were Games chairman Ron Hnydyk, town recreation manager Darcy Sarafinchan, town councilors Terry Semeniuk, Richard Coleman and Ken Baxandall along with games coordinator Kevin Kisilevich.

Lew Skjonsby, past president of the Kinsman Club of Vegreville presented a $1,000.00 cheque to Larry Brockman, Dee Palichuk and Marie Butler of the Community Association for Lasting Success. The funds will be used for the Head Start program for pre-school children.

Renovations have begun on the new Stamati’s Pizza location I the former Chico’s Restaurant building. In addition to the eatery, Stamati’s will be operating a liquor outlet at the same location.

Three generations of farmers agree that the new Case Quadtrac Tractor is an excellent piece of farm machinery. Clarence, Bernie and Kris Klammer are full of praise for their new tractor.

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The Competition Bureau is Not Doing its Job Sylvain Charlebois Dalhouise University Canada’s Competition Bureau has decided to investigate the Canadian food industry, specifically our grocery sector. Better late than never, I suppose.

For years, many called for such an investigation while recognizing that the Bureau has little authority or power over anything. Even its new director admitted to the problem of powerlessness. For instance, the Bureau can’t force any company to submit any body of evidence for the upcoming study.

It’s sad that the Bureau waited until food inflation became a political hot potato to call for an investigation.

But make no mistake: this study is all about the Bureau, nothing more. It needs a different approach and a new perspective on things and clearly requires more knowledge about the food industry. When evaluating mergers and acquisitions, the food industry deserves a longitudinal analysis – observing the same participants over a period of time – to better appreciate how consolidation can impact sectors over time, as we’ve seen in groceries and processing. Limited competition can work if independents and smaller players remain somewhat sheltered from overbearing market forces. Miscalculated compromises can only lead to regulators overlooking our market’s most fundamental element, the consumer.

Consumers in many cities now have only one grocer, with fewer in-store choices due to the continuous pressure imposed on food processors, especially smaller operators.

Many have given up.

Unlike other industries, food manufacturers must pay gro-

cers to do business with them. Listing fees, marketing costs, and the list goes on – a foreign concept for people who may not understand the economics of food distribution.

Canadians should not expect significant changes to the industry coming from the study anytime soon. For years, the Bureau has rubber-stamped deals and investigated accusations of collusion countless times, with limited success. Chocolate, salmon, and of course, bread are some examples.

That needs to change.

Consumers were insulted in 2017 when Canadians learned about Loblaws’ bread price-fixing scheme – an ethical blunder by our country’s number one grocer. When it offered $25 gift cards as compensation, everything seemed forgotten and forgiven. Not quite.

With higher food prices, the bread price-fixing scandal rapidly became a moral issue for Canadians.

The bread price-fixing investigation actually started in 2015 when Loblaws admitted its wrongdoing. For 14 years, from 2001 to 2015, it, along with Weston Bakeries, owned by Weston Companies at the time, admitted to fixing bread prices in Canada. The scheme allegedly included five more companies; all denied involvement. After seven years, we still haven’t seen anyone being accused or fined. Competition laws prohibit collusion, and companies can receive fines of up to $25 million and 14 years in prison. But without a watchdog watching, the Bureau has a lot of unfinished business.

Canadians are violently voicing their frustration, singling out grocers, mainly Loblaws, as the inflation boogeymen. The evidence of profiteering is weak at best, but it doesn’t matter. Even reporters from other countries couldn’t believe the backlash against

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St. Mary’s Catholic School Students Awards Night Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

St. Mary’s Catholic High School in Vegreville held its Awards Night on Nov. 3 to honour the academic, athletic and social achievements of students over the past year.

Principal Jim Salsbury said the theme for EICS this year is, ‘Better Together-One Body in Christ’ which is from Romans 12:5. “The bible gives a message that reminds us, we are made in His image. This theme encourages us, the staff and students to look at our wider school community and see that our awesomeness and treasures which are meant to use for each other.

We are called to see God’s handiwork in each other. In turn, we are called to be God’s messengers of that love and service.”

Outstanding Athletic Awards’ recipients from L-R: Jeffrenz Soliven, Andrew Henderson, Cameron Dixson and Tatianna Salinas-Saez. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Top Academic students from L-R: Kristine Quintos, Adam Sims, Owen Sims, Isabella De Guzman and Cally Austin. On far right is Superintendent Paul Corrigan.

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Superintendent Paul Corrigan echoed some of these sentiments in his message.

“Students had a hard few years with COVID-19 and I think that the lessons learned for us is that it takes an entire community working together. We truly are better together. We are very proud of the students here today for their accomplishments, but please note that those accomplishments have been supported by your parents, by your teachers, by your support staff and by your church and by your community.”

Recipients of the Christian Leadership Awards included: Kristine Quintos, Kate Albrecht, Cameron Dixson, Kacie-Rae Kisilevich, Jeffrenz Soliven and Sidney Abbott.

the recipient for the English 30-1, Owen Pasay for Social 30-1, Revon Dubuc for English 30-2, Alyson Feschuk for Math 30-2, Revon Dubuc for Math 30-2 and Social 30-2 and Joshua Massey for Science 30.

The top academic students were: Kristine Quintos, Adam Sims, Isabella De Guzman, Cally Austin, Owen Sims and Kimberly Edrada.

The top academic student for Elk Island Catholic School was Kimberly Edrada.

Issac Potts was the recipient of the Edward Beaudette Memorial.

Recipient for Outlaw All Terrain Scholarship for the Most Exemplary Grade 12 was Kimberly Edrada.

Owen Pasay was the recipient for the Tanya Thiessen Excellence in Service for Leadership.

Keaton Heisler was the recipient of the Rotary Scholarship.

Sidney Abbott was the recipient for the Stawnichy’s Scholarship, Knights of Columbus Scholarship, and Vegreville Lion’s Centennial Scholarship.

Joshua Massey was also awarded the Vegreville Lion’s Centennial Scholarship.

The recipients of the Eugene Demkiw Scholarship were Sidney Abbott, Revon Dubuc, Keaton Heisler, Joshua Massey.

The Governor General Award went to Kimberly Edrada who was also awarded the REAL Foundation Scholarship.

The ATA Scholarship was awarded to Dawson Bilyk.

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Citizenship Awards’ recipients from L-R: Claire Pasay, Marlee Ogrodnick, Austin Ezio and Jade Lappa with Vegreville Elks No. 143 Representative Bernie Florkow.

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Recipients of the Citizenship Awards were: Claire Pasay, Marlee Ogrodnick, Austin Ezio, Brayden Sanford, Jade Lappa, Sara Stuart and Owen Pasay. The Saint Award’s recipient was Ashton Ketchum.

Outstanding Athletic Awards recipients were: Cameron Dixson, Andrew Henderson, Tatianna Salinas-Saez, Jeffrenz Soliven and Sidney Abbott.

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- We thank everyone that bought tickets and attended our Harvest Dance and Auction.

- The people that came out and enjoyed our supper and dance and bid at our live auction. We are able to keep our doors open and the hall in good repair. The profit from the last function was used to paint our hall this year.

- Thank you to the people who catered our supper, Donna Lopaschuk and her staff.

- We would not of had the results we had with our live auction without our auctioneers. Dale and Gladys Menzak, Miles and M.J. Wowk and Bernie Florkow.

- And of course the people and companies that donated to our raffle and live auction.

Raffle Donators No Frills, Vegreville Co-op, Vegreville Two Hills Lions Golf Club

Two Hills UFA Farm Store Done with Pride Monument Restoration

Live Auction Donators Jerlanco Renovation and Construction Two Hills Wowdzia Enterprises Vegreville Dale and Violet, Two Hills Jason and Shauna Frakiw and Family x2, Vermilion Webb’s Machinery, Vegreville Plain Lake Church, Plain Lake Stelth Bin Products, Vegreville Clark Builders x 2, Edmonton Rocky Mountain Equipment, Vegreville Romaniuk Waste Management, Willindgon All In Farm Service, Kitscoty Richard Tarkowski, Two Hills Ed and Hilda Horon, Plain Lake County of Two Hills Denis Elkow Bumper to Bumper, Vegreville Park Memorial, Smoky Lake Crop Management Ltd., Vegreville Highmark Maintenance Services Ltd, Myrnam Fr. Don Bodnar, Smoky Lake Land Seed and Argo Services Ltd, Myrnam Colin and Lynn Palichuk, Myrnam Sara and Eddy Palichuk, Myrnam Darrell Palichuk, Two Hills - Great music was played all night long by the Sparkling Tones.

- Thank you to everyone who donated to the late lunch - Thank you to the bar tenders, the ticket sellers, the people working the door and the decorators.

- A special thank you to the clean up crew.

See you next year Oct 21, 2023 If we missed anyone we are sorry.

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Palliative Care Focus of Information Session Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A panel of experts offered information and advice regarding palliative and end of life care during a special presentation at the Branch No. 39 Vegreville Mundare Seniors Drop-In Centre on Oct. 25.

5037 - 52 Avenue 780-632-3900 Around 40 people attended the information session that was hosted by the Community Board of Covenant Health Mary Immaculate Care Centre.

Louse Kashuba, Director of the Covenant Health Palliative Institute, was the featured guest speaker. Kashuba, was raised in the Mundare area and is a registered nurse with a master’s degree in nursing from the University of Alberta. d Kashuba said the most important thing is to develop an end of Extendrse! life care plan. She recommends doing this before life-limiting or Hou chronic disease affects a person. “The first thing is to have a conversation,” said Kashuba with a friend or family member.

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Palliative Care Nurse Consultants and Registered Nurses Michelle Albrecht and November 4, 2022 Ashley Hazell-Ergezinger said palliative care is patient and family centered and integrates physical, emotional, social, spiritual and practical aspects of care.

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life,” noted Hazell-Ergezinger. “We help individuals to live fully to the very end of life with dignity and comfort,” noted Albrecht.

They are part of a multi-disciplinary team, and advocate for people requiring palliative and end of life care. “We are involved in the process of dying and bereavement and follow up with families,” added Albrecht. They help people navigate the system and bring in resources when needed. They also provide information regarding funding and treatment options.

Chaplain Trevor Ellerby works at the Grey Nuns Hospital in the Tertiary Palliative unit and serves on three medical units. He provides spiritual care for the needs of those on a journey of emotional and physical struggle.

Ellerby has been involved in palliative care for nearly 18 years and shared his unique perspective. He said no matter what a person’s beliefs, spiritual or otherwise, he is there to provide care for everybody. He Unreserved Property is always looking at ways to meet people’s needs and journey with them when they are at their most vulnerable.

In essence, Ellerby said, he is there to For listen to someone’s heart, and when you Ranfurly & District truly are listening that’s when healing Recreational & Agricultural Society happens.

Viola Braun-Fox, is a member of the LOCATED AT AKASU Palliative Care Society, and part Ranfurly Ag. Society Centre(Former School) of a group of local volunteers in the Ranfurly, Alberta Vegreville area. All volunteers are SALE HELD NOVEMBER 15, 2022 AT 7:00P.M. screened, interviewed, trained and have signed an oath of confidentiality.

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Volunteers can enter the hospital, longterm care centres and work with home Ranfurly & Distirct Recreational & Agricultural care clients under the direction of Alberta Society Is Offering For Sale By Public Auction The Health Services Central Zone Palliative Ranfurly Curling Rink, The Land It Is Located On, And Care Team. Braun-Fox has been a memAll Contents Of The Ranfurly Curling Rink ber of the society since 1996. She, like (at The Time Of Auction) other volunteers, offer bereavement comSelling by Public Auction Lots 19-23, Viewing by fort and support for individuals and famiBlock 9, Plan 8103S, appointment lies. They maintain supplies for patient located in the Hamlet of Ranfurly, Alberta, contact and family palliative care rooms at St. within the County of Minburn No. 27., Dwayne Durie Excepting Thereout All Mines & Minerals Joseph General Hospital in Vegreville. at 780-208-2049 ( The Ranfurly Curling Rink ) Periodically they encourage strong community connections, offer bereaveTERMS OF SALE: ment support groups, and can make refer1. MANDATORY REQUIREMENT: All buyers must present a proof of funds letter. rals to professional grief counselling ser2. This is a CASH sale.

3. The Land and The Property sell UNRESERVED to the highest bidder. vices. Every year they host a community 4. Bids will be terms reflected in the offer to purchase, executed with Cohoe Law at auction onset.

Minimum 10% deposit of the bid is payable sale day, to Cohoe Law in Trust. memorial candlelight service during the 5. Final payment on Closing date. G.S.T. may be applicable.

Christmas season for those who have 6. Closing is 30 days after the auction or on a date as shall be agreed to by both the Buyer & Seller.

7. The Buyer shall accept the Property and the Land in “as is, where is” condition as of the closing date. suffered loss.

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makes any representations or warranties of any kind whatsoever, either expressed or implied, to the Buyer as to condition of the Property and the Land, environmental or otherwise. All details and descriptions used as information regarding the Property and the Land are to be used only as a guide.

The Buyer acknowledges and has verfied that all pertainent information, details and descriptions pertaining to the Property and the Land is to their satisfaction, and shall be satisfied as to the location and condition of the Property and the Land prior to bidding and as of acceptance date and final signing.

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Helping Hands for First Real Snowfall Kody Stus was found shoveling the snow by his auntie’s house and driveway for the first real snowfall in Vegreville on November 2 for the 2022 season.

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Welcome winter! Many of us have experienced this season’s first heavy snow fall. Its time to bring out the shovels, mittens, and winter tires as we prepare for our Albertan weather. Provincial Highways are required to be cleared in a timely fashion and I am happy to see trucks already actively working on our constituency’s roads.

A topic on everyone’s mind right now is how to effectively face rising inflation. There are a few programs that the Provincial Government has initiated already to decrease the cost of living including; Fuel Tax relief, Electricity Rebates, Natural Gas Rebates, Supporting low-income students with additional bursaries, offering affordable childcare subsidies, and providing rent assistance for tenants in between jobs. Other options may be available soon include lowering overall taxes with indexing, and increasing affordable broadband internet in rural areas The Myrnam Firefighters Association has achieved an impressive milestone in celebrating their 90th year of service to the community. The association consists of volunteers who dedicate their personal time to ensure local residents have reliable local service when in need. Please join me in commending these individuals and their families for being outstanding people.

On Remembrance Day, we honour those who gave their lives in service to our Country.

Remembrance Day is coming up and many communities and organizations in our riding will be hosting ceremonies. I want to encourage you to attend a service local to you.

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One of the newest faces at Vegreville Composite High School (VCHS) is that of Cheryl Semeniuk who joined the administrative team as principal at the beginning of the 2022-23 school year.

When Semeniuk was asked about your professional background, she said, “I have been an educator for 26 years. I started my teaching career in British Columbia with experience in elementary, junior and senior high classrooms.

I studied at Simon Fraser University obtaining my teaching degree and later earned a postgraduate certificate in School Counselling and a Master of Education with a focus on school leadership from the University of Calgary.

I have worked for Elk Island Public Schools since 2007 and have had the opportunity to serve as a counsellor, assistant principal, and principal. I have had the unique opportunity to support students, staff, and families as the principal in both rural and urban schools in our school division.”

When questioned about her family life, Semeniuk replied, “Last spring, I was given the opportunity to transfer to

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Vegreville Composite High School and my husband and I decided to downsize from our rural property in Strathcona County and make our home in Vegreville. Our children live in the greater Edmonton area and Vancouver. We have parents living in Vegreville and Mundare and have extended family in town and the County of Two Hills.”

Semeniuk added that, “Being a principal is challenging and rewarding. My goal as principal is to create a solution-focused, responsive, equitable and caring school environment with a focus on quality instruction. I strive to build relationships with students, staff, families and the community to work collaboratively to support every student to reach their full potential.”

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All I know it is not their finest hour.

Life is not always about getting our own way.

It should be more about compromising and seeing another day.

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REMEMBER Two Minutes of Silence The most sacrosanct and central element in Remembrance is the Two Minutes of Silence.

At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, the month, day and time in 1918 when the First World War ceased hostilities, Canadians pause to observe two minutes of silence to honour the Fallen, and recognize the sacrifices or servicemen and women.

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Ceremony and symbolism The Two Minutes of Silence is a poignant moment in the Remembrance Day Service that incorporates symbolic association in a brief, non-religious ceremony.

The Last Post A bugler plays The Last Post, signifying the calling home of the spirits of the Fallen to rest.

The Last Post originally was played to signal the camp was secured for the night. It was also played to call out to wounded or separated soldiers at the end of a battle, to guide them home to safety and rest.

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The Royal Canadian Navy began the war with 13 vessels and 3,500 sailors, and ended it as one of the largest navies in the world with 373 ships and more than 110,000 sailors

The Rouse The end of the two minutes of silence is signaled by the bugler playing the Rouse. The Rouse was originally used to wake soldiers. In this ceremony the Rouse wakes the Fallen and rises them above their mortal duties to rest in peace.

The Act of Remembrance The symbolic ceremony finishes with an officiate reciting of the Act of Remembrance.

780-632-6909 The now iconic "We Can Do It" poster was initially not intended for public display, and only a small number of people saw it when it was first published in 1942. It only gained popularity in the 1980s when the feminist movement appropriated the image. The now iconic World War II poster is a world-wide symbol of female strength.

The Lament At the National Remembrance Day Ceremony, a bagpiper plays The Lament, symbolizing the sounds of spouses and children crying over their dead.

Two Minutes of Silence At the stroke of eleven, Canadians across the country join to collectively pause for two minutes of silence to honour, thank and remember the Fallen. This sacred moment also symbolizes Canada standing sentry in silence as the Fallen rest.

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Over the course of the war, the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) No. 426 Squadron carried 13,000 personnel and 3 million kilograms of freight and mail between North America and Korea. Twenty-two RCAF pilots also served with US Air Force squadrons in Korea, including Flying Officer Omer Levesque, who became the first Commonwealth pilot to shoot down a MiG-15 enemy fighter in the war.

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The Korean War began on June 25, 1950, when the military forces of North Korea crossed the 38th parallel into South Korea.

Sixteen members of the United Nations, including Canada, would contribute combat forces under United States command to defend South Korea.

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More than 650,000 men and women from Canada and Newfoundland served during the First World War. More than 66,000 gave their lives and over 172,000 were wounded.

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Erich Klammer Tells Stories of Life During War Times uncle’s place and we lived at his place for a year and Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent we helped out at his farm. Then he got us a farm that Erich Klammer was born in Ukraine in 1942. we rented and we did okay as he gave us a couple of “My father used to be in the Russian Army. When cows and pigs. So, we had enough to eat,” Erich the Germans came in 1944 to Ukraine, they pulled my explained. dad in and that is the last we heard of him. He got lost When Erich grew up, he served in the Royal in World War II. My mother felt really bad about Canadian Artillery from May 1960 to May 1981 never seeing her husband again where he was stationed in and she never remarried.

Germany for 10 years during Then when the Germans got the Cold War. “I was in the pulled back by the Russians, field artillery and the air they sent my mother and her defence artillery. I joined four children, (my brothers and because I really wanted to sisters and myself) to Poland defend and serve my country. where we lived for about a year There was a lot of training and then they sent us to East involved but I loved the trainGermany. ing. We really didn’t fight in In 1950, we had to sneak the war, it was just training as across the border from East there wasn’t any action in the Germany to West Germany just Cold War. I was never in action. to come over to Canada. After We were just getting ready in World War II, my mother case the Russians came over. jumped on a train with her kids.

But I think I would have When the security guy came coped well if I would have had around he asked my mother for to fight as I would have done her papers and she said she had my job. I am pretty brave. If I Erich Klammer. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo) no papers. He said she couldn’t was young again and there was go on the train. Mom started a Third World War. I would put crying and all her kids started my name in to defend my councrying. It was a good thing it was an older guy try. I might even at my age now. I have nothing to lose. because he said when not to get off of the train when I believe in defending my country so much because we reached a certain location. If it was a younger guy, Canada was really good to us when we came here.” we probably would have been sent to Siberia. Then we When Erich was asked if he thought we could have came in Canada in 1950 where we stayed at my

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a Third World War from the situation with Russia’s war against Ukraine, he replied, “No. I don’t believe in wars. I hate what is happening over there now. But I wish NATO would do more. I think someone should get rid of Putin. He doesn’t make any sense and thinks nothing of starting a war. If I was younger, I would go to Ukraine to help them defend their country.

Erich is still involved in honouring veterans like himself as he has been a member of many legions for 42 years. He has been a member of Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 in Vegreville for the past seven years.

More than 7,000 Canadians volunteered for service during the South African War. Approximately 280 died, most due to injury or illness brought on by the harsh conditions, and more than 250 were wounded.

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Canadians saw action in the Battle of Kapyong on April 24 and 25, 1951.

Despite fierce enemy attacks, they maintained their position. Ten Canadians were killed and 23 were wounded in the battle.

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Approximately 4,000 Aboriginal Canadians enlisted during the war. This represented nearly one-third of all Aboriginal-Canadian men eligible for service.

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The Victoria Cross was posthumously awarded to Flight Lieutenant David Hornell, who came across a surfaced U-boat north of the Shetland Islands in June 1944. Although his aircraft was burning and shaking violently after being hit by anti-aircraft fire, Hornell managed to destroy the enemy submarine and land his damaged aircraft on the water. The plane soon sank, but all eight crew members managed to cling to one dinghy until they were rescued 21 hours later. Two crew members, including David Hornell, died of exposure.

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German submarines (known as U-boats) were the main threat to the merchant marine and the Allied navies. U-boats were often away from their home port for three months or longer, and they carried torpedoes and also laid mines. Their impact on shipping was devastating. In June 1941 alone, more than 500,000 tons of cargo was lost to U-boats.

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The Battle of the Atlantic began west of Ireland on September 3, 1939, with the sinking of the SS Athenia by a German submarine. The Montréal-bound passenger ship had 1,400 passengers and crew members on board; 118 were killed (including four Canadians).

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CLOSING REMARKS: Comrade Terry Kuzyk, President BENEDICTION: Rev. Pamela Milton, Acting Branch Chaplain COLOUR PARTY RETRIEVES COLOURS “God Save the King” COLOUR PARTY RETIRES THE COLOURS REMEMBRANCE DAY PARTICIPANTS 2022 - President, Royal Canadian Legion, Branch No. 39: Comrade Terry Kuzyk - Acting Legion Chaplain: Rev. Pamela Milton - Musician: Brenda Tuck - Bugler: W. G. McMunn - Master of Ceremonies: Rev. Pamela Milton - Representing the Silver Cross Mother: Ellen Essery - Lieutenant Colonel Kent Miller, K.A. CD, Commanding Officer 41 CER - Cenotaph Guard Commander: Master Corporal Storrier - Guards: Corporal Lee (spare) Corporal Hawker Corporal Flett SPR Laderoutte Private Krill - Regimental Sergeant. Major: CWO Michel Mazerolle, CD - Padre: Captain Matt Joy - Sergeant-at-Arms: Comrade Graham Giffin - Legion Colour Party: - Veterans, Members of Legion Branch No. 39 - Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxiliary Branch No. 39 - 41 Combat Engineer Regiment - HMCS Nonsuch - RCMP Vegreville Detachment and Veterans - No. 341 Air Cadets - Mundare Squadron - Vegreville Emergency Services - Vegreville Fire Department

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The Battle of Vimy Ridge began on the morning of April 9, 1917, and ended four days later. It was the first time all four divisions of the Canadian Corps fought together as one formation. The Canadian victory at Vimy Ridge is considered to be a key point in shaping Canada as a nation.

Even though the U.S. government didn’t grant Native Americans citizenship until 1924, nearly 13,000 of them served in WW1.

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The merchant marine suffered tremendous losses in ships and crews. By the end of the war, as many as 72 Canadian merchant ships would be lost to enemy action—torpedoed, bombed, mined or shelled. Storms at sea, operational accidents and structural shortcomings also took their toll. The Merchant Navy Book of Remembrance lists the names of the approximately 1,600 Canadian merchant mariners who died at sea during the war, including eight women.

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More than 175,000 members of the Canadian military have participated in dozens of international peace support efforts over the past seven decades in countries all over the world. Sadly, more than 1,800 men and women have made the ultimate sacrifice in the defence of peace and freedom, and each of them is commemorated in the – Seventh Book of Remembrance In the Service of Canada

The First World War began on August 4, 1914, with the Triple Entente (United Kingdom, France and Russia) and other nations (e.g., Canada and Australia) against the Triple Alliance (Germany, Austria-Hungary and Italy). However, Italy refused to join in the war effort and instead, in May 1915, it aligned with Britain and France and declared war against Germany and Austria-Hungary.

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Canadian soldiers were deployed to Afghanistan in late 2001, in support of the United Nations Security Council resolution to root out terrorism. Approximately 40,000 Canadians served in that theatre of operations before the mission came to an end in March 2014.

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The Poppy Campaign begins on the last Friday in October and continues through to November 11th.

Every year on November 11, Canadians pause in a moment of silence to honour and remember the men and women who have served, and continue to serve Canada during times of war, conflict and peace. We remember the more than 2,300,000 Canadians who have served throughout our nation's history and the more than 118,000 who made the ultimate sacrifice.

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Citizens Share Their Thoughts on Why We Should Honour Veterans Everyday fathers, brothers, and extended family. Family bloodlines were destroyed because only children fought and died in wars that honestly could have been avoided if more thought was put Into politic related conflict resolution tactics.”

Ken Zukiwsky said we should honour them because of the pure hell they went through to defend our freedom. “Sometimes we think we have a bad day at work. Can you imagine freezing and being really scared about killing people before they kill you and watching your brothers get their head blown off?”

Jo Topechka said, “They fought for our freedoms and lost their lives.

So, we should show them much respect.”

Kim Dimmock commented that we need to show our young people

Rosanne Fortier News Advertiser When I asked residents of Vegreville and area why we should honour veterans not only on Remembrance Day but on every day, I received the following responses.

Brittnay Martiniuk said, “Most of them went through unbelievable trauma due to nationalist propaganda, to avoid going into debt for school, the impression of true masculinity, and the promise of a pension and a good life after they come back, if they do at all. Their country was asking them to put their lives on the line, and rewarded them with laughable discounts at stores. The sacrifices made under lies is always worth honouring. People saw their friends and brother die while families were struggling without their

that they should be grateful they aren’t carrying a gun and having to kill people or die themselves just after they turn 18. “They can choose where they want to go and do with their lives. So many have that sense of entitlement and they need to be reminded they wouldn’t have it if those veterans didn’t fight.”

Georgina Malin Frankiw said, “They fought for us and died for us so we could have a nice peaceful life.”

Dayna Antosko said, “Most of them were conscripted. All sons with the exception of the clergy had to fight. We should honour their names and remember their sacrifices but illustrating a true picture of what the era was like is really required to fully understand the sacrifices made - all in the name of future freedom.”

Ways to Honour Veterans Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

There are ways to show veterans you are grateful for their service. Following are some ideas on how to extend that gratitude.

Take them out for coffee, lunch or dinner.

Visit them in a seniors’ facility.

Ask them to tell you their story of their time in service.

Bring them flowers.

Give them a thank you card.

Bring them a box of chocolates.

Bake them something special.

Ask if you can visit them in their home.

Donate money to places that help veterans.

Wear a poppy.

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For its courageous stand at Kapyong, the 2nd Battalion of Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry received the United States Presidential Unit Citation. Other awards for valour received by Canadians during the Korean War include: 9 Distinguished Service Orders, 33 Military Crosses, 5 Distinguished Flying Crosses, 8 Distinguished Conduct Medals and 53 Military Medals.

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Approximately 4,000 Aboriginal Canadians enlisted during the war.

This represented nearly one-third of all Aboriginal-Canadian men eligible to serve.

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A Life of Dedication and Service in the Royal Canadian Navy Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Chuck Moberly-McBurney spend a total of 51 years in the Royal Canadian Navy. The Beaver County resident has been a member of the Royal Canadian Legion for 53 years.

He is the former Sergeant-atArms with the Tofield Royal Canadian Legion Branch 91. He is a current member of the Royal Canadian Legion in Tofield, but has also been a member of the Grandview Legion, Truro Legion, Montgomery Legion and Camrose Legion.

Service is a calling and he shared a few tidbits of information during the launch of the Poppy Campaign Oct. 28 in Tofield.

“I wanted to join the army, but my uncle didn’t like the army and signed me up with the navy.

He underwent fourth months of training on HMCS Cornwallis. He even remembered the registration number on the ship, 55764-H (Halifax). “I was one of 40 guys who trained together.”

He was then stationed for six months on HMCS Staticone before heading off on HMCS La Hulloise. It was the only ship in the Royal Canadian Navy with that name. The River Class frigate was named for the

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city of Hull, Quebec. It was commissioned at Montreal, Quebec, on May 29, 1944 and remained in service until July 16, 1965.

One mission he recalled was off the coast of Cuba. Working in coordination with the Americans, Chuck said there were about 60 ships and a handful of submarines on standby during tense political negotiations. His battle station Twin Bofors where he had to keep them supplied with ammunition.

During the Cuban Missile Crisis, leaders of the U.S. and Soviet Union engaged in a tense 13-day political and military standoff in October 1962 over the installation of nuclear-armed Soviet missiles on Cuba, just 90 miles from Florida.

There were many other missions and patrols over the course of his service. He was also with the Canadian Army Reserves for a total of 47 years. When he left the Navy he worked for Edmonton City Police and RCMP. “I was one of the first bomb men in Canada for police agencies.”

He face many challenges during the course of his storied career and can look back with pride and dignity on his many years of service to Canada.

Many nations that are not members of the Commonwealth also observe Remembrance Day on November 11, including France, Belgium and Poland.

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The Second World War officially ended on May 8, 1945, in Europe (V-E Day) and on August 15, 1945, in the Pacific (V-J Day).

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The Battle of the Somme began early on the morning of July 1, 1916. The 1st Newfoundland Regiment suffered especially heavy losses on that day. Of the approximately 800 Newfoundlanders who went into battle, only 68 were at roll call the following morning.

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The South African War began on October 11, 1899. The conflict was between the British and the Boers, the descendants of Dutch Protestant farmers who had been the first White settlers in the region.

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In 1915, a Georgia teacher and volunteer war worker named Moina Michael began a campaign to make the poppy a symbol of tribute to veterans and for “keeping the faith with all who died."

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Some 2,000 sailors of the Royal Canadian Navy were killed during the war, the vast majority of them in the Battle of the Atlantic zone. Another 752 aircrew members of the Royal Canadian Air Force also died in this theatre of operations.

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Child Amputee finds Inspiration from Second World War Veteran and confident,” says Jamie.

The War Amps Submitted But Charlie says he also Eight-year-old Isla takes comfort in knowing McCallum is an energetic that Isla and other “champs” young girl with a big smile, will continue spreading the and Charlie Jefferson, 98, is message of remembrance, a veteran of the Second even when he no longer can.

World War. At first glance, Adds Jamie, “They [vetthese two appear to have literans] passed this legacy to tle in common, yet they younger amputees, and now share something special: it’s their turn to share these They are both amputees. stories so that the sacrifices Mr. Jefferson served as a of veterans and all those Lieutenant with the Queen’s who served are never forOwn Rifles Regiment. In gotten. It’s a wonderful 1945, in the Rhine Valley, legacy!”

Charlie Jefferson, a Second World War amputee veteran and Germany, he was injured The War Amps was startIsla McCallum, a member of The War Amps Child Amputee, by an anti-personnel mine ed in 1918 by amputee vet(CHAMP) Program. (The War Amps/Submitted Photo) explosion, resulting in the erans returning from the earned for his service. She was also loss of his left leg below First World War to help intrigued that he too was missing a each other in adapting to their new the knee.

When he returned home, Charlie limb. Isla described Mr. Jefferson as a reality as amputees. They then weljoined The War Amps, which was role model who made her feel proud to comed amputee veterans following the started by First World War amputee be an amputee.

Second World War, like Jefferson, Isla’s mom, Jamie, says it is impor- sharing all that they had learned, as veterans to help each other adapt to their new reality. Years later, these tant that her daughter understands the well as starting the Key Tag Service to veterans established the Child sacrifices that many Canadians made allow these new members to gain Amputee (CHAMP) Program, which for our freedom. “Mr. Jefferson and meaningful employment and provide a provides young amputees, like Isla, others risked their lives so that we service to the public. who was born a left arm amputee, could live in a better world.”

This peer support was then passed Through The War Amps “Operation on to a new generation. In 1975, war with financial assistance for artificial limbs and the peer support of fellow Legacy,” Isla and young amputees amputee veterans recognized that across the country pay tribute to the their knowledge and experience could amputees.

It was through The War Amps that veteran members of the Association help others, so they started The War Isla and her family heard about Mr. who laid the foundation for programs Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Jefferson. With Remembrance Day that continue to make a difference in Program, which provides financial coming up, they visited him at his the lives of amputees today. assistance for the cost of artificial “Because of their work, child limbs and regional seminars to young Ottawa residence.

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The first trans-Atlantic convoy of the war sailed from Halifax to the United Kingdom on September 16, 1939, escorted by British cruisers and two Canadian destroyers, HMCS St. Laurent and HMCS Saguenay.

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WWII casualties totaled between 50 and 70 million people. More than 80% of this total came from four countries: Russia, China, Germany, and Poland. More than half of these casualties were civilians, most of whom were women and children.

A thousand Canadians formed the first contingent that sailed from the city of Québec on October 30, 1899. The second contingent, made up of two regiments and three artillery batteries, sailed in January and February 1900.

Other contingents of men and equipment sailed from Canada in March 1900, March 1901, January 1902 and May 1902.

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Veteran Gordon Rennie Gives a Glimpse of his Life in the Canadian Military When I left the armed forces in 1977, I was honGordon Rennie was oured with the Canadian born on a farm in Ranfurly Forces Decoration which on November 30, 1931. was an award for completGordon joined the ing 12 years of service and Canadian Armed Forces the first clasp for an addiin 1951, serving until tional 10 years of service.

1977. He served in the I now reside in Vegreville Royal Canadian Air Force with my wife. We have a as an aircraft metal workdaughter and son and four er, (metal technician) and granddaughters.” maintenance worker.

Then when Gordon was When asked what made asked if he felt wars are him want to join the CAF, good and if not, how we Gordon said, “There was can prevent wars, he something about it that I replied, “Wars are terrible. liked. Maybe it was the After the war, I felt so blue uniform or something sorry for all those people like that. We lived on the who got killed for nothing. farm in Ranfurly and What did it settle? Nothing! there were no jobs and I Now Russia is starting was 19-years-old so another one against maybe I joined for that Ukraine. We better watch Warrant Officer Gordon Rennie. reason. But I enjoyed out for that war as it could (Rosanne Fortier/Photo) every day of it. develop into a Third World “I held postings in War. That Putin is a really Centralia and Trenton, Ontario, Goose Bay, Labrador bad man! I think that is what he wants. When you think and Gimli, Manitoba. I also served in Cold Lake, St. about it, Hitler was the one that started the Second Hubert, and Comox.

World War. How could one man do that?

I was promoted to Corporal on October 1, 1966, then But is there a way to prevent wars? I don’t know. We to Sgt. on November 1, 1971. I completed the warrant live in such a great world and these things have to hapofficer qualifying course in 1974 before being promoted pen to it. I don’t know how we can let one man destroy to Warrant Officer on November 1, 1975. our world?”

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The Lapel Poppy can be worn every day of the Poppy Campaign and is removed at the end of the Remembrance Day ceremony.

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Five Canadians earned the Victoria Cross, the highest award for military valour in the British Empire, during the war: Sergeant Arthur Richardson, Lieutenant Hampden Cockburn, Lieutenant Richard Turner, Sergeant Edward Holland and Lieutenant William Nickerson.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The mission of the No Stone Left Alone Memorial Foundation is to honour the sacrifice and service of Canada’s military by educating students and placing poppies on the headstones of veterans every November.

On November 11 youth in Lamont will be honouring veterans during the Remembrance Day service at the Lamont Hall by placing a poppy on a cross during the ceremony.

Linda Sieker said, “It is important to recognize Remembrance Day. It has been my privilege to organize the Town of Lamont event for the past 10 years.” Fellow Remembrance Day committee members include: Gwynne Hayward, Rick Bastow, Tyler Edworthy, Betty Malica and Dawn Neilson.

She pointed out that, “No Stone Left Alone shares the same values as our community. We look forward to partnering with them. They are recognized by Veterans Affairs and through their past endeavors have shown that the inclusion of children helps to strengthen connections between the past and present.”

Royal Canadian Legion is a valued partner for our annual service. Our committee appreciates their annual support. I look forward to the annual Remembrance Day service again this year. This year will be especially gratifying as I will take part, both as a citizen and a councillor for the Town of Lamont.”

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Sixteen Canadians were awarded the Victoria Cross for most conspicuous bravery in the presence of the enemy during the war.

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She added that, “Family and Community Support Services, (FCSS) is a valued contributor to our community and our Remembrance Day committee is looking forward to working with them to introduce the No Stone left Alone Program. When I reached out to them they enthusiastically accepted. We value the partnership with them.”

Perry Koroluk is the town’s representative for FCSS. He will be attending the Remembrance Day ceremony with his grandson Ayden Brzezicki who will be reciting In Flanders Fields and placing a poppy on the cross during the service.

Ayden’s great grandfather was Anton Brzezicki. In 1939 at the age of 20, Anton trained for war. In 1942 he

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Linda’s father Wilfred Barrett served in World War II in the army as a signalman. He was based in England and served in Italy and Holland.

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Around 11 percent of the population of France was killed or wounded during the war. About 116,000 Americans were killed, even though the US was only in the war for about 7 months.

Bill Soule is a veteran who wears a red shirt every Friday to honour soldiers who are deployed.

Bill served in the military from 1968 to 1973 in Ottawa. “I was a radio operator. I didn’t serve in any wars, but I was willing to serve in the Cold War or any war that would have happened or anywhere where we were posted. It turned out there was no war and we just participated in peacekeeping missions.

I enlisted in the military because my father was in the army and I just decided to serve my country one day. It is the thing to do. Every young man and woman now should serve at least three years because it teaches discipline and respect for other people, helps them learn how to

defend and depend on other people whether you like them or not; you still have to learn to depend on that other person. You might hate them when you are not doing anything but when you are working and they are working your life depends on it.

In today’s world, nobody cares, and if they had to do a least three years of learning how to do that; it would definitely help them. It would also weed out the people who should be soldiers because too many of them are not ready. Some people need to be in other occupations other than serving during wars.

But for myself my time serving went very well. The things you can do and get away with as a group and the things you cannot get away with as a group are wonderful. The comradeship is amazing.

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You form a real bond with the other soldiers,” Bill said.

When asked if he felt wars are good to have, Bill replied, “Wars are never good to have because of the amount of pain and suffering the war cause people in the area they are defending. They are necessary sometimes.

For example: Mr. Putin has it stuck in his head that he wants to annex Ukraine with Russia and he says that anyone who interferes with him annexing Ukraine, he is going to destroy them.

I believe war could be stopped by every country having their young people serving three years but not in a war like situation; you train and you learn and then they would learn how to get along with each other and how to help each other out. Another way we could prevent wars is by stop electing stupid politicians and dictators because they are the ones who usually create wars.”

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In support of Britain, Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier offered to send soldiers and military equipment, and pay for their transportation to South Africa. In turn, the British paid the wages for these volunteer soldiers and for their return home after their service.

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2022 Harvest Results in AboveAverage Yields Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation Submitted Alberta’s crop producers continue to show resiliency despite dry growing conditions and the rising cost of farm inputs.

For more than a century, agriculture has contributed to Alberta’s economic success and identity. As global events threaten the viability of supply chains and food security, the international community is looking to Alberta to put food on tables and feed a hungry world.

Alberta’s final Crop Report of the 2022 growing season indicated significantly higher yields – about 10 per cent above the five-year average.

Overall, quality for hard red spring wheat, canola and dry peas was above their five-year averages, while durum wheat and oats was lower. Quality for malt and feed barley was on par with the five-year average.

Due to favourable conditions, farmers across the province were two to three weeks ahead in harvest progress for the second straight year.

“Alberta’s producers have faced a number of challenges over the years, but through their hard work and dedication, continue to show the immense value of the agriculture sector and the contributions this industry makes to our economy and communities,” stated Nate Horner, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation Soil moisture Soil moisture reserves declined due to dry conditions in late summer and fall.

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This would never happen in Canada under the current regime. And by the way, both Loblaws and Empire/Sobeys already have more than 15 per cent of the Canadian market. The Bureau is sleepwalking through these deals.

The report should be complete by June 2023. Hopefully, the Bureau will give itself a road map for fundamental changes that will provide it with more authority to apply more rigour to any case presented before it. But before that, the Bureau will need to do some soul-searching.

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County of Two Hills Making Provisions for Alternate Energy Michelle Pinon News Advertiser One of the main reasons behind the use of alternative energy is to reduce our carbon footprint. It is renewable and can provide environmental and economic benefits, and it continues to trend in a variety of different ways.

Because of that growing market the County of Two Hills council approved amendments to its Land Use Bylaw, (LUB) and Municipal Development Plan, (MDP) at its Oct. 26 regular meeting in order to accommodate future projects in the municipality.

At the July 18, 2022 council meeting Div. 2 Councillor Murray Phillips made a motion to investigate and bring back alternative energy options to be added to the MDP and LUB. At the Aug. 16 meeting Phillips made a motion to postpone the amendments to the Sept. 21 regular meeting for review and consideration. No decision was made at that time, and the item was put over to the Oct. 26 meeting where first reading of Bylaw No. 3-2018 and Bylaw No. 2-2018 were passed.

Chief Administrative Officer Sally Dary said the MDP amendment states the municipal jurisdictions, outlines the context within which the County is operating and describes the objectives of the County regarding Alternate Energy developments have been divided between commercial scale proposals regulated by the Province, and small-scale projects utilized by individuals or businesses for personal use.

Reeve Don Gulayec said, “We have a number of companies that are interested in setting up alternative energy sites within our boundaries. The benefits include: increased labour needs during construction and in long-term operations as well as tax revenue.”

County of Two Hills Planning & Development Director Gary Buchanan stated that, “Currently there is no section in the Municipal Development Plan that addresses Alternate Energy developments, though there are general regulations in the Land Use Bylaw specific to solar and wind energy.

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We see Alternate Energy developments, other than wind and solar, already occurring in the County and with our rural neighbours. As well, commercial scale energy production is regulated by the Province through various agencies Energy Resources Conservation Board, Alberta Energy Regulation and the Alberta Utilities Commission which limits County jurisdiction but still leaves some local matters to be dealt with by the County, i.e., access, road use, haul routes, etc.

We also see the development of new energy technologies and/or the adaptation of existing technologies to energy production that needs to be anticipated and considered. Given what we have dealt with recently, what we see going on around us, and what we expect to see in the future, the County felt it appropriate to update our policies and regulations dealing with a spectrum of energy developments – wind, solar, geothermal, biofuels, etc., in the areas of municipal jurisdiction.

Buchanan noted that, “Last year the County approved a development permit for a $10 million bio-gas development.

Just recently the County approved a development permit for a meteorological tower to measure wind, which may or may not lead to a wind energy project.”

Buchanan worked in southern Alberta for many years and is familiar with these types of developments. “From my perspective, alternate energy such as wind, solar, geothermal, is mainstream. What is different I think, is that Alternate Energy development, such as wind, is new to this part of Alberta.

From a broader perspective, the County sees two energy trends: the demand for energy keeps increasing and the type of energy being produced and consumed is changing. The County is working to ensure that our regulatory tools are up to date so that in dealing with any future energy developments, County interests and concerns are identified and accommodated.”

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A complete registration package must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “2023 Approved Contractors Listing” and include the following: = = = = = =

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County of Two Hills No. 21

Request for Comments The County of Two Hills proposes to amend the Municipal Development Plan and the Land Use Bylaw. The purpose of these amendments is to identify, define and provide guidance on reviewing and regulating Alternate Energy developments, (energy derived from wind, solar, geothermal, biofuels, or other sources).

Living in a peaceful country like Canada, it’s easy to forget the wars of the 20th century in which our country’s freedom and harmony hung in the balance. We salute the service, commitment, and sacri ce made by women & men in uniform.

Thank Your For Serving And Protecting Our Country.

The News Advertiser will be closed Friday, November 11, 2022 in observance of Remembrance Day.

Prior to making changes, the County asks for public review and comment on the proposed changes to the Municipal Development Plan, Bylaw 13-2022, and the Land Use Bylaw, Bylaw 14-2022, copies of which can be reviewed and inspected on the County's website: www.thcounty.ab.ca. The amendments can also be viewed and inspected and/or purchased for a nominal fee, at the County Office in Two Hills (4818-50 Avenue) during regular office hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Comments, suggestions, and edits can be made by any person or group who claim to be affected by the proposed Bylaws. Written submissions can be mailed, emailed, truced, or delivered to the County of Two Hills. The deadline for submissions is no later than January 6, 2023 at 12:00 Noon. Council will review all comments and submissions received to craft a final version of each Bylaw. Once prepared, each revised Bylaw will be advertised and a public hearing advertised and scheduled for both Bylaws later in 2023. Submissions will become part of the public record and, as such, will be subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. For further information in respect to Bylaws 13-2022 and/ or 14-2022 or to make submissions, please contact:

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Mistress and Master of Ceremonies Piper Kobbero and Darren Ham gave an overview of the First and Second World Wars and other conflicts in recent history and the role Canadians have played. The told the story of the Poppy and the Grade 9 Drama Class recited In Flanders Fields.

Ash Mears recited the Act of Remembrance before wreaths were laid.

Two minutes of silence were held before the Last Post and Reveille.

During the Remembrance Day Ceremony Principal Cheryl Semeniuk addressed students, stating in part: “Students that are here today, you are the future of our community, you are the future of our country. I wish for you today to reflect on how privileged we are to live in Canada.

I am deeply grateful and have the upmost respect for those who have served and for those who serve today in the Canadian Forces and our own emergency personnel. These men and women give their all to save lives, to defend human

rights, justice, peace and security. Let us take the opportunity to remember those who sacrificed and this opportunity to renew our commitment to a better future.

It is very important for all of us to learn the history of Canada’s role to understand what it is to have difficult conversations around current events, to share our emotions and support one another about what is happening past and present, to support all those affected, to educate and help our youth grow into global citizens. When we do this, we show gratitude for all those who fought for our country.”

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Tragedy to Triumph: Inspiring Journey of One Hockey Hero Hinton, who also teaches Grade 1 at Mannville School, also organized a presentation with Ryan the previous day. She said the presentation was open to Grade 3-12 students and also included students from Innisfree. Altogether, there were approximately 230 students and community members in attendance.

Hinton said they received a “ton of community support and donations” to make both events possible and feels that it teaches kids to give back to the commu-

In front is Presley Hinton. In back L-R: Erin Hinton, Ryan Straschnitzki, Sawyer Hinton and Lennon McLaughlin.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Ryan Straschnitzki was no stranger to adversity. He faced plenty of it throughout his minor hockey playing days and during his quest to reach the upper echelons of the sport. But the greatest challenge the former Humboldt Bronco defensemen would ever face was the fight for survival following a horrific bus crash that claimed the lives of 16 people and severely injured him and 12 others.

Ryan said he remembers seeing the driver gripping the steering wheel and braking hard to try and avert the collision with a semi-trailer truck whose driver had failed to yield at a flashing stop sign at the intersection of Highways 35 and 335.

Mannville Hawks U-7 squad in action against the Irma Aces.

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The Jr. A team was in a heated play-off series with the Nipawin Hawks on April 6, 2018 when the crash occurred. Ryan remembers falling in and out of consciousness unable to move his legs and a bystander staying with him until help arrived. He was told he would have to be airlifted to the University of Saskatchewan Hospital and would require surgery. At hospital the attending physician told him he would only have a two percent chance

of walking again.

Ryan explained the difference between the fixed versus growth mindset. The fixed mindset is thinking things can’t change and the growth mindset where you understand your limitations and abilities, but firmly believe that through hard work, perseverance and ability to learn from mistakes, that you can overcome and ultimately succeed.

The growth mindset has served and continues to serve him well during intensive physiotherapy and making Team Canada as a development member. He is currently working towards representing his country on the men’s para-ice team and competing at the 2026 Winter Paralympic games in Milano Cortina.

Ryan is also the founder of the Straz Strong Foundation which aims to provide those with physical and mental disabilities an improvement in quality of life through adaptive sports, social awareness through public speaking and funding for rehabilitation needs.

Ryan told the crowd of about 250 people who were gathered at the Mannville Recreation Centre on Nov. 5 “to remember that when life gets tough and when a door slams in your face and you feel like you’re at your absolute lowest that through the growth mind set and working hard, persevering and learning from adversity and mistakes you will overcome, you will succeed, you will truly see that when one door closes, another one opens.”

His powerful message was well received during the inaugural Hockey Day in Mannville that was hosted by the Mannville Minor Hockey Association, (MMHA). MMHA Treasurer Erin Hinton said she was looking to connect community and bring back community events, and Hockey Day in Mannville was something she wanted to organized for local players and residents alike.

nity. Collectively, they raised a total of $88 for the Movember Prostate Cancer campaign.

Jolie Whitten said it was nice to listen to Ryan and made her think about mindset and how important it really is. Whitten is a goalie on the Wainwright Polar Kings U-13 Hockey Team. Tristan Gryschuk also plays with the Polar Kings and said it’s his first year in U-15. Gryschuk said Ryan’s story is sad, but inspiring and said it was awesome to be able to speak with him.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

In Loving Memory MICKLICH, Jacob May 20, 1929 - November 8, 2017 Who passed away five years ago We will take this special moment To turn our thoughts to Dad/Gido Thank him for the home he gave For all the things we had.

We think about the fleeting years Too quickly, gone for good It seems like only yesterday We would go back if we could.

A time when Dad/Gido was always there, No matter what the weather.

Always strong when things went wrong He held our lives together.

He strived so hard from day to day And never once complained.

With steady hands, he worked so hard And kept the family name.

He taught us that hard work pays off, You reap just what you sow.

He said that if you tend your crops, Your field will overflow.

Our lives have been bountiful He taught us how to give In his firm and steadfast way He taught us how to live.

Dad/Gido dwells among the angels now He left us much too soon He glides across a golden field Above the harvest moon.

We see him in the summer rain, He rides upon the wind And when our path is beaten down He picks us up again.

Love Terry, Shauna, Caylib, Joshua & Zachary Micklich

MEMORIAM

Margaret Rewega 1933 - 2002 In Loving Memory Of our Mother, Baba & Great Baba To hear your voice, and see your smile To sit with you and talk awhile, To be together in the same old way Would be our greatest wish today.

So please God take a message To our precious Mom up above, Tell her we miss her terribly And give her all our love.

We miss you.

Your loving family

Harry Rozumniak In Loving memory of our dear Dad & Gido who passed away on November 10, 1991 MEMORIES Death leaves heartache No one can heal Memories are treasures No one can steal Some may forget you Now that you are gone But we will remember No matter how long.

You will always stay Loved and remembered In every way.

No tears, no verse, Can ever say how much We miss you every day.

Lovingly remembered and sadly missed by Kelly & Glen and family Brenda & Jim

MEMORIAM

Edna Pesaruk In loving memory of our precious Gammie No one knows how much we miss you, No one knows the bitter pain We have suffered, since we lost you Life has never been the same.

In our hearts your memory lingers, Sweetly tender, fond and true, There is not a day, dear Gammie That we do not think of you.

Love your boys Tristen, Triefen and Trayden Pesaruk

Edna Pesaruk In loving memory Our family circle has been broken, A precious link gone from our chain; But though we’re parted for a while, We know we’ll meet again.

Some day, we know not when, We shall meet in Heaven And never part again.

We shall meet with many loved ones That were torn from our family We shall listen to their voices, And hug them in a tight embrace.

Sunshine passes, shadows fall, Love’s remembrance outlasts all.

Love: Grant, Kerri-Anne and grandsons: Tristen, Triefen and Trayden Pesaruk

OBITUARY Bobby Andruik November 27, 1950 ~ October 19, 2022 It is with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to Bob, who passed away at the age of 71.

He will be remembered by his sons, Nick, Thomas (Brandy), Paul (Megan), Mike (Jaydee), Dan; (10) grandchildren; his sister, Dianne (Gerry). He will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, extended family, community members and friends.

Bob was predeceased by his parents, Anne and Nicholas; his siblings, Ronald and Susan.

A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 19th at Evergreen Funeral Home, 16204 Fort Road, Edmonton.

KORBIE, Valerie 1949 - 2022 It is with shock that we share the news of the passing of Valerie Korbie on October 27, 2022. One month shy of her 73rd birthday. She passed in the great outdoors with the cows in the pasture and the sun shining.

Left to mourn the loss of Val’s beautiful soul is her partner Sly, her children Carrie and Joe, Steve (Randy) and Leanne (Dan). Grandchildren Adam, Troy, Jackson, Araya, Georgia and Mattea. As well as her sisters, Doris, Lynda and brother Gordon “Buck” with numerous nieces, nephews, and other loved ones.

She was predeceased by her husband Doug, parents Arthur and Maybelle, siblings Willie, Jean, Donald, and Tom. Celebration of life to be held on Saturday, November 12, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. at the Holden Recreation Centre in Holden, Alberta with Lori Lucki as the celebrant.

Fellowship and a light lunch to follow.

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DENNIS GERALD SOPROVICH February 11, 1953 - November 14, 1999 In Loving Memory of a Dear Husband, Father and Friend.

23 years have passed, Years roll on but memories last.

They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal.

But neither time nor reason, Will change the way we feel.

For no one knows the heartache, That lives behind our smiles.

No one knows how many times We have broken down and cried.

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You’re so wonderful to think of, But so hard to be without.

We who love you sadly miss you, As it dawns another year.

The gates of memory will never close, We miss you more than anyone knows.

With tender love and deep regret.

We who love you will never forget.

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WEDER, Ryan August 31, 1996 - November 15, 2021 In loving memory of a dear son & brother We little knew that morning God was to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you.

You did not go alone.

For part of us went with you The day God called you home.

You left us beautiful memories, Your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, You are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, The chain will link again.

Forever Loved, Never Forgotten Dad, Mom, Karla & Dwight

CYMBALIUK, EDWARD S. June 8, 1936 - November 13, 2021 In loving memory of a dear husband, father, Dido, and PraDido.

A year ago you left us.

Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same, We have to hide our heartaches When someone speaks your name Sad are the hearts that love you Silent the tears that fall Living our hearts 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 to talk to someone We could always count on you.

The special years will not return When we were all together But with the love within our hearts You will walk with us forever.

“You are my sunshine, my only sunshine” Lovingly remembered and sadly missed All our love, Irene, Audrey and family, Larry and family, Michelle and family, Sheryl and family

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The Joy of Horror at Nyeste Manor Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

Over 375 people were able to have a real live experience of fun horror at Nyeste Manor Haunted House in Vegreville on October 29, 30, and 31.

This was a fundraising project for Vegreville Food Bank where this year they raised around three carts of food and generated $81.05 in cash donations.

When asked how much preparation this project takes, Derek Nyeste said, “The planning is usually months in advance but there are always changes and tweaks that occur at the last minute.

A great deal of community effort and support were involved with this venture so I would like to express my gratitude to all the individuals and businesses who helped with this project.”

This event also had a free draw for a $150 gift card to Petro Canada where Derek pulled out the name of the winner on Nov. 2 which was Ariel Fleming.

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Branch President Terry Kuzyk welcomed everyone and said, “This year we remember our comrades who have passed and honour those of you who are here today. We thank you for your service to our country and the sacrifices you made to protect our way of life. The current conflict in Ukraine and the tragic consequences have made war a reality that we didn’t think we would see again in our lifetime. We only hope it will be resolved without becoming a major conflict.”

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Communities may choose different ways to observe Veterans’ Week but while their ways to observe may be different, I believe they all share the common goals of reflective, respect, and remembrance,” Hayduk read.

Hayduk also read brief greetings from Mayor of Vegreville Tim MacPhee.

Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk’s said in her address, “On this Veteran’s Appreciation Day, I feel blessed to thank those who have fought and those that gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country. As the proud and grateful granddaughter of a World War I veteran and the daughter of a World War II reservist, my family knew first-hand the sacrifices of the soldiers who went overseas, and the families that were left behind.

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