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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Lesley Robinson took her two-and- a-half-year-old granddaughter Layla sledding near the Vegreville Lions Playground Park on November 14. Robinson said she took her granddaughter sledding to enjoy the beautiful weather and have fun because Layla loves being outside. This was a wise thing to do because in the afternoon as the weather was -6 C.
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RCMP files from November 9 - 15 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser November 9 10:28 – Report of a damaged fence on Hwy 857 near TWP 524. It appears to have been a larger vehicle. Investigation is ongoing. 13:26 – Multiple calls about property disputes. All calls are civil in nature and should not require police intervention. 19:52 – Call to report that a family member had damaged their vehicle. Members attended and the subject of the complaint had already left the scene. The subject is known to police and is known to have addiction issues and is known as a property offender. The complainant was unwilling to press charges for the damage to the vehicle so police are unable to assist. 23:48 – Vegreville detachment was notified of a person with a courtimposed monitoring device (ankle bracelet). Members attended the residence of the individual and located them in their home. They indicated that they fell asleep and forgot to charge the device.
white light. One stop also netted a driver a speeding ticket ($212 voluntary penalty), failure to provide proof of insurance (VP $243) and failure to provide a driver’s license (VP of $243). 13:00 – Wellbeing check on a youth who had not been home for two days. Members contacted the friend of the subject who indicated that they were together in Ft. Saskatchewan. Members updated the parents. 19:57 – Complaint of a suspicious vehicle parked at a Vegreville house of worship. Members attended and found that the vehicle did not have a proper plate and was plugged into the church power. The owner of the vehicle arrived while members were on-scene. The 34-year-old male, not from Vegreville was arrested for breaching conditions, prohibited operation of a motor vehicle, weapons possession, and other offenses totaling 10 counts. He has been remanded into custody and the vehicle was towed.
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16:18 – Request received to assist Emcon with traffic control on Hwy 16 in the County of Minburn. Due to road conditions, a semi-truck had lost control and was blocking most of the road. Members attended and ensured traffic was proceeding safely until the truck was able to leave the scene. 16:41 – Report of a break and enter to a industrial site in the County of Minburn south of Vegreville. Tools were taken. Under investigation.
November 11
08:30 – Report of a break-in to multiple properties included a commercial site north of Mundare in the County of Lamont. A yard was entered and trailer was gained access to. Vegreville and Two Hills detachments worked on the investigation which resulted in an arrest. A 23-year-old female from Lamont County was arrested and charged. She has since been released with document for court. This same individual was arrested and released last week for similar offenses.
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10:52 – Traffic enforcement throughout the day including multiple speeding tickets, child without a seat belt, driving without the license plate securely attached, and headlamp not emitting a
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November 14
10:53 – Traffic stop conducted on Hwy 855. The driver did not have valid insurance and was charged with having an un-insured vehicle on the highway. The driver was provided with documents for court and the vehicle was towed. 15:40 – Traffic stop conducted in Mundare. A 55-year-old male from Innisfree was charged with failing to produce a drivers license, failing to produce registration, and failing to produce proof of insurance. The driver was ticketed accordingly as well as an additional ticket for a learner driver, driving without proper supervision (VP of $324).
17:36 – Traffic stop conducted near Mundare for swerving. The 32-year-old male from Saddle Lake who was a GDL driver was provided a Mandatory Alcohol Screening which resulted in a caution. The driver was suspended for 30 days, his license was destroyed, the vehicle was seized for 7 days and towed. 17:47 – Report of a confrontation regarding trespassing on rural property with a snowmobile. Members contacted all parties and could not validate the trespassing nor the details of the confrontation. The matter was mediated.
November 15
14:35 – Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in approximately 19 speeding tickets along with other violations such as window tint, expired plates, improper headlamps, failure to provide operators license and other offences. 18:39 – Members dispatched to a Lamont County residence regarding a 23-year-old female who had recently, (Nov 11) been released with paperwork and conditions for court. The subject of the complaint had been ordered to reside at the address in question, however, was creating a disturbance for the property rep. Members attended and the two had resolved their differences and both remained on the property.
During the week there were 89 calls for service made in total including: 3 false alarms, 1 false 911, 1 animal strike, 2 wellbeing checks, 7 calls under the Mental Health Act, and approximately 43 tickets from traffic enforcement. Have questions about the blotter? Reach out to us at blotter@newsadvertiser.com and we will do our best to provide answers to your queries.
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Legacy 4 Health Walking Program Back in Motion
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Participants walk inside at Vegreville United Church. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Legacy 4 Health Walking Program’s home used to be at Vegreville Centennial Library. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, this program started up again at Vegreville United Church on October 23. Rev. Pamela Milton, Minister of the Vegreville United Church, said they wanted to have this program at this church because they thought it was a good facility. “This church is all on one level, the safety concerns as far as COVID-19 can be met here. There is space for safe distancing, and we would like people to come and use this building. It sits empty for so long that it is nice to have people come and be here and enjoy this facility. We want to welcome the community into our church. It would be nice to have more people come in and use this facility.” George Barclay, Leader of Walking Group, said anyone is welcome to participate in this walking program. “The purpose of this walking group is to give seniors a chance to get exercise and have something to do. It is meant to give people a chance to get out and have a warm and safe place to walk and see other people.” One member pointed out that is a much-needed program in the community as it provides a safe place for people to go for a walk where they won’t get hurt from walking on the ice in the wintertime.
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Is the Cure Worse Than the Disease? Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion As COVID-19 continues to rage on, we are now into a second wave that one Edmonton ICU doctor has stated is more like a tsunami. In just under two weeks, Alberta’s data has shown a 40 percent increase in hospitalizations and a 61 percent increase in patients who have had to be admitted to the ICU. Politicians and health experts continue to ring the alarm bells and warn of darker days ahead if citizens do not follow the recommendations. A week ago Friday, Premier Jason Kenny announced new restrictions including limits to social gatherings in certain municipalities. Tom Sampson, Calgary’s emergency management chief recently told the CBC that Alberta needs a “circuit breaker” lockdown. Twenty-eight days of a complete shutdown of all non-essential services are a lockdown. It has a defined start and end date, and experts state this will allow the health care system to catch up. While we see this, there are those who think this is a hoax and a way to control the population. We see everything from protests to outright attacks, hate mail, and threats from
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“anti-vaccers”. Some of this is ingrained in people and some is a result of the stress we are under as we deal with everything from sick relatives to isolation and for an everincreasing number of people, financial stresses. The ongoing situation begs the question; is the cure worse than the disease? Last month, across the pond, a group of 40 scientists penned a letter to the heads of health in the UK suggesting that the government should aim to “suppress the virus across the entire population”. At the same time, another group of 28 scientists offered a different opinion stating that uniform policies that apply to everyone outweigh the benefits. In the days following, yet another letter was submitted by over 60 doctors. This letter stated that “... the one-track response threatens more lives and livelihoods than Covid-lives saved.” You see, if you have a differing opinion to that of your friends or family, you are in good company. Not even the experts agree on the best course of action. Before we can answer the question of what is worse, we have to look closely at all the factors. While there is no denying that people are dying, a far greater number of people are being driven to financial ruin and mental health strain most are not equipped to handle. I would suggest that those at greatest risk of the disease are the same people who are best able to handle the mental stresses of what we are facing. You don’t develop grit from a PlayStation or Facebook. A new survey from Statistics Canada finds nearly one-third of businesses do not know how long they can continue under existing conditions brought by the second wave of COVID19. The hardest hit are those connected to tourism and the hospitality industries. However, the trickle-down effect extends far beyond that and in an Alberta economy that was already suffering, predictions of a different type of tsunami are also here. More small businesses are expected to close for good with the second wave. While there are supports in place for both individuals and businesses, these are only stop-gap measures. When an economy stops, it stops. If our response really does threaten more lives and livelihoods than Covid-lives saved, the cure might be worse than the disease. Tough choices need to be made by those who do not really have the same view of the world as the average person because they live in a different reality, one where money is just a line item in their budget. Governments failed to make tough choices in the beginning, but soon they will find that those who pay taxes to fund the system simply have nothing left to give regardless of how much free money flows. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
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Town of Vegreville Extends Rent Deferral for CHROMTEC Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Members of Vegreville’s town council have granted CHROMTEC another deferral on its rent payments. The CDB (cannabidiol) purification company, that rents the town-owned facility at 6620 Highway 16A, was granted a three-month deferral at council’s Oct. 26 meeting. The deferral will be for October, November, and December in the amount of $64,000 to the town. The motion was passed without any discussion or comments from members of council except for Mayor Tim MacPhee who stated, “They have some meetings planned with some new investors, so with the discussion that we had earlier we will extend the deferral till
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Town of Vegreville, pointed out that a deferral is not forgiveness, so the rent is due and payable after the deferral period. As well, the cost of utilities is charged back to CHROMTEC as additional rent. Casey also said the Town is currently not charging interest on the deferral, however, the Town has the option under the lease agreement to charge interest on the unpaid amount. The company initially requested a three-month deferral on rent. Casey stated, “As a result of COVID19 and the subsequent Provincial shutdown in March of 2020, Chromtec asked the Town to defer rent and utility on the facility for the months of April, May and June, 2020, which was approved by council, and subsequently extended through September 30, 2020.”
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90 Years Ago – November 19, 1930
A president and a secretary for a local branch of the Alberta Motor Association were appointed at last Monday’s meeting of the Chamber of Commerce. A.W. Shaw accepted the nomination of president, while Carrol G. Fraser accepted the office of Secretary. These officers are only temporary as others will be elected when the association is formed. A daily mail service between Edmonton and Lloydminster will commence about the end of this week, replacing the present system of three mails per week. An empty shack, the property of Mrs. Mary Bord, was burned to the ground early Wednesday morning. The brigade was called out and answered the alarm in good time, but the blaze had too big a start on them and the smoke-eaters devoted their efforts to saving nearby buildings. Vegreville City Bakery comes under new management this week when Norman Loomer takes over the selling end of the business. Mr. Loomer is well known to Vegreville people as he has been employed at the Bon Ton store here for a number of years.
75 Years Ago –November 21, 1945
Price ceilings and credit regulations still operate on farm machinery, although restrictions on production and distribution have been removed (recently) the Wartime Prices and Trade Board points out. The Board’s Consumers’ Credit Order specifies that one-third of the purchase price of farm machinery must, be paid in cash at the time of sale, and the balance paid in stated amounts at specified dates within two years of the contract. Allowances for trade-ins must be deducted from the unpaid balance. Prices of new motor cars will be set at the 1941 level, the Wartime Prices and Trade Board announces. The new procedure for establishing maximum retail prices for cars will not result in increased prices, Board officials point out. Any commission, reward or premium including used cars or goods turned in or taken in exchange must form part of the retail ceiling price for the new car. Mrs. J. W. Reeves of Innisfree has received word that her husband, Cpl. J. W. Reeves, RCAF, arrived in Canada this week. Also Mrs. Nordstrom of Innisfree has received word that her son, Walter, has arrived in Canada. Victor Mokrey arrived home Saturday, having received his discharge from the RCNVR.
50 Years Ago – November 19, 1970
Mike Kawulych of Vegreville announced recently that he will seek the nomination for the Progressive Conservatives at the upcoming Nominating Convention. He feels that a strong new voice is needed in the Alberta Legislature if we are to have effective representation for the Vegreville Provincial Constituency. George “Spike” Eglinski will stand for nomination as Progressive Conservative candidate at the Provincial Progressive Conservative convention to be held in the Peter Svarich School Auditorium. Mr. Eglinski, a farmer in the Two Hills district announced his intention to seek the nomination. Reserve Grand Champion Yorkshire Boar, “Norma Lad 25B” was shown at the Edmonton Fall Swine Show and Sale recently by Peter Dzogolyk of Vegreville. The Reserve Grand Champion Sow, “Duke’s Lass 98A” owned by Michael Duke of Vegreville was sold to R.C. Delmers of Morinville at the Edmonton Fall Livestock Show. Mayor Virgil Moshansky, following a few words of welcome and congratulations, dropped the puck for the official face-off to get the 1970-71 hockey season underway in Vegreville. Mr. H. Giebelhaus attended the County School Committee meeting to request approval of his proposed purchase of D. Dinwoodie’s bus, garage and fuel tanks, and to request appointment as operator of Bus Route 44. It was approved.
25 Years Ago – November 21, 1995
A partial solution to problems caused the dry summers of the last few years was announced by the province. A new program called the Farm Income Stability Program (FISP) offers “whole farm” income coverage. It is designed to work with crop insurance and the net Income Stabilization Account (NISA) to help producers. Eighty five years ago, the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Evron established St. Joseph’s General Hospital and its school of nursing in Vegreville. In 1910, Rev. Father Bernier of St. Martin of Tours parish and Dr. A. Couillard invited the sisters to set up and staff a hospital. The first staff – Sister Marie Victoire Bruhay, Sister Josephine Boisseau, Sister Marie Louise Martigne and Sister Marie Doisneau – served their first patients in the rectory located on the north side of the river in Frenchtown. Joyce Toma spent an undetermined amount of time in a slough just off the Sandy Lake road, after her truck left the road. Toma tried flashing signal lights and headlights to get someone’s attention. She suffered hyperthermia and was taken to Two Hills hospital.
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Alberta’s Debt was Unsustainable Even Before COVID-19 Tegan Hill and Ben Eisen The Fraser Institute The Alberta government will release a threeyear fiscal update later this month, and will be tempted to blame the province’s fiscal challenges on COVID-19. In reality, Alberta’s finances were unsustainable long before the pandemic hit. While the COVID-19-induced recession has certainly contributed to the province’s eye-popping budget deficit – projected to be $24.2 billion in 2020-21 – and rapid debt accumulation, it represents a relatively small part of Alberta’s fiscal problems. To understand the full extent of Alberta’s fiscal challenges, we must look beyond the COVID-19 shock and consider what’s happening over the longer-term. First, let’s define the concept of sustainability as it’s understood by government finance economists. A government’s policies are considered sustainable if they result in a jurisdiction’s debt-to-GDP (gross domestic product) ratio staying flat or declining with time. If that ratio is on track to keep growing, finances are considered unsustainable. If debt grows slower (in percentage terms) than the pace of the economy, it’s generally considered sustainable. If debt grows faster than the pace of the economy, finances are considered unsustainable. A recent analysis projects Alberta’s debt-to-GDP ratio over time (based on Alberta’s fiscal position in 2018, pre-COVID-19, using reasonable assumptions and current policy). It finds that Alberta’s finances aren’t sustainable and that its government debt
burden will grow over time. The analysis shows Alberta has the largest fiscal gap of any large province. This means that (unless it wishes to raise taxes) the Alberta government must significantly reduce spending relative to the size of the economy in the years ahead. That same analysis finds that if Alberta wanted to reach fiscal sustainability in a single year (without tax hikes), it would need to reduce total government spending by approximately five per cent of GDP. To make this adjustment in a single year, Alberta would have to reduce program spending by approximately 30 percent. Of course, the government isn’t going to restore Alberta’s finances in any single year but this gives a sense of the scale of the challenge ahead. If Alberta doesn’t make an effort to eliminate its deficit and restore provincial finances to sustainability, future generations will pay the price for today’s debt accumulation via government debt interest payments. Growing debt charges would consume resources otherwise available for priorities, including health care, education and pro-growth tax relief. Debt interest payments already consume $2.5 billion this year and that number will grow if the province keeps piling up debt. The COVID-19 shock has caused an increase in government debt. But in reality, it’s only a very small part of a much longer and larger-scale fiscal problem in Alberta. Provincial finances were unsustainable before the COVID-19 recession. They will remain so until the government executes a plan to prevent the rapid accumulation of government debt over the long term. Tegan Hill and Ben Eisen are economists at the Fraser Institute.
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Town Council Shows its Support for Local Healthcare Professionals Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Several members of town council met with staff from the Vegreville Family Clinic during a special luncheon on Nov. 6. They discussed some of the challenges they’re facing in the community during their meeting. Coun. Ann Waters, Chair of the Vegreville and Rural Physician and Health Professionals Attraction and Retention Committee, (VRPHPARC) said physicians have a very heavy workload. “A couple of words really does go a long way,” stated Waters, who encourages residents to show their appreciation to health care professionals in the community. “If you happen to see a physician, clinical staff, anybody from the clinic or hospital or any health care professional, just say thanks.” An advertising campaign to show their support for health care professionals is being rolled out with the Vegreville News Advertiser and Country 106.5 radio station. Posts will appear on the town’s social media platforms, noted Waters. “We are also working on ideas for retention. It’s just as important, if not, maybe more important than recruitment at this time. We do want our doctors to feel appreciated,” added Waters. Back on Oct. 26 Waters reported the clinic was very busy. “The doctors, the staff are becoming overwhelmed. There’s a lot of walk-ins happening and the shortage of doctors of course.” Dr. Strydom, who owns and operates the clinic, said there are long waiting times due to restrictions from COVID-19. He recommends people call to book an appointment rather than just come to the clinic as they keep the main door locked and only let in people with appointments. “Same day or even same week appointments with your family doctor are not usually available. Planning ahead will help avoid interruption in your medication,” stated Dr. Strydom. He recommends that when people see there are no refills remaining on their prescription to call to book an appointment and not wait until they’ve taken their last pill.
As far as good news, Waters shared that Dr. Siddiqui has been placed on his three-month clinical assessment in Stettler and is expected to arrive in Vegreville in midFebruary. That leaves one more vacancy for a physician. Currently, there are five vacancies for health care aides in Vegreville and they are in discussions to get the health care aide program back up and running. To that end, Waters and Mayor MacPhee recently met with MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk and the President of Lakeland College to discuss the possibility of doing that. MacPhee said, “The conversation is very preliminary at this time. We have not worked with Lakeland College in the past so we set up a committee to find out if we could find enough students to put this class on. It may lead to something down the road.”
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RCL Branch No. 39 Steak Fry Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 in Vegreville recently held its first Steak Fry event since September 25, 2019. Jamie Lakusta, Chair for RCL Branch No. 39, said 66 people attended the Oct. 30 Steak Fry.
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Some of the people who attended gave their impression of the event. Bruce MacDonald said he attended the Legion Steak Fry because it is a really good meal and he gets to see his friends and hang out with them. “I especially like to get out since I don’t go out as much since I have to wear a mask all the time.”
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Gordon Ziegler said he enjoys going to the steak fry because he doesn’t have to cook at home, and this way and he gets to support the Legion. Bret Zawalykut from Two Hills said he came to the event to support the legion. “I am a big supporter of local organizations and businesses. I go to
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perogy suppers and I support the local grocery stores. I also went to meet up with my friends. The meal is excellent. The steak was cooked to perfection.” Terry Kuzyk, President of RCL Branch No. 39, said funds generated from this event will go towards the Legion’s operating budget. Bret Zawalykut from Two Hills enjoying the Steak Fry supper. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
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Humanitarian Efforts Help Rebuild the Lives of Haitians Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Ryley resident and humanitarian Margaret Jones is helping to rebuild the lives of Haitians who are the poorest people in the Western Hemisphere.
Margaret is not alone in her efforts as she heads up a team of volunteers who are members of the Haiti ARISE (Actively Raising Individuals to Serve and Evangelize). She recently wrapped up her Haiti ARISE fall fundraiser
for preschool to post-secondary students, a food distribution program to hungry families, disaster relief (hurricanes and earthquakes), agricultural programs, judicial assistance (the prison system in Haiti is atrocious), a medical clinic, child rescue, and recently a birthing centre. Whenever they can, they hire local Haitians to help with these programs. The cost of the programs is funded by donations from individuals and organizations and the financial support that teams bring when they visit. No teams have returned since early 2019 so Haiti ARISE has a fundraising campaign going on right now to raise funds to continue these programs. As far as fundraising for my team’s house-building project, I plan to hold another used clothing drive in the Spring.” Margaret first travelled to Haiti in 2013 to help Samaritan’s Purse with recovery after the 2010 earthquake. “That trip changed my life. The Haitians have so little and struggle to meet their basic needs. There is just something about Haiti that grabbed my heart. The country is beautiful but the people struggle from a corrupt government, natural disasters, and poor living conditions. It is so fulfilling to be able to go and help them. Something as simple as a oneroom house is life-changing for a Haitian family. I returned to Haiti in 2015 to assist with a dental clinic at an orphanage. In 2017, I was looking for another organization to volunteer with and I discovered Haiti ARISE. Haiti had just suffered from Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and the country was devastated. When I travelled to Haiti in 2017 and helped build four homes, I knew that I had to return and build more houses. I went back in 2018 and 2019 to help with other projects and when I talked to Marc, (founder of Haiti ARISE) about house-building in 2019, he indicated that the house-building fund was depleted and more money was needed before they could continue.” Margaret can’t wait to travel to Haiti again and bring back photos of the “house that the Beaver Region NOTICE TO built.” But for CREDITORS AND now, she will keep the faith and keep CLAIMANTS working to create a better future for ESTATE OF BRADLEY JOHN BEREZAN, the people of also known as Haiti.
which netted $3,178 for the non-profit Christian organization. Altogether 26,630 lbs. of clothing, shoes, housewares, books, and toys were donated by fellow residents in the Beaver County region for the Haiti ARISE 2020 construction project. “I learned about this fundraiser from a random e-mail I received from Value Village. It’s called a FunDrive and doesn’t cost anyone anything. People donate used clothes, toys, housewares, and books, and Value Village sends a cheque to Haiti ARISE based on the weight of the goods delivered. It’s a win-win-win-win situation: win for the environment, win for the people who need to get rid of their unwanted items, win for Value Village, and win for the charity.” This was the third time Margaret has held a used clothing drive fundraiser. Other fundraisers included Mom’s Pantry and the Ryley Market Lunch as well as shovelling snow for neighbours in the winter. “My team has a goal to raise $30,000. So far we have raised $20,400. We plan to build hurricane shelter homes for Haitian families. Each home is one room and costs $3,000 - $3,500.” She explained that “Due to political unrest in early 2019 and COVID in 2020, Haiti ARISE is struggling to continue its programs. They build and establish churches, provide schooling
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Members of the Vegreville 4-H Beef Club at their annual weigh in event. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/Submitted Photo)
Aron and Jonny Guenther Submitted On Sunday, November 1 the Vegreville 4-H Beef Club held its annu-
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4-H Resumes in Beaver County Russell Janzen Club Reporter This year has been tough, but the Beaver County 4-H Multi Club has begun again! On November 13, we held club elections at the Holden Complex. Our new President is Hannah Chetney. Wyatt Ziegler has been voted Vice President. The Secretary position has been awarded to George Mackenzie. Club Reporter is Russell Janzen. Our new Treasurer is Nolan Dixson and our Social Media Representative is Denise Schmaus. The District Representative is Cameron Dixson. Congratulations to all elected officials.
This year our members are trying out a new project called Exploring 4-H. This project touches on life skills, leadership, technology and trades, and many more. Each month we will learn a specific skill together, taught by an expert. In January we will have a woodworking workshop. The members that are working on the small engines project this year will have their first meeting on November 28th. They are continuing to work on a 1954 Plymouth, mainly focusing on the body of the vehicle. On December 14 we are helping out at the Christmas Bureau in the Town of Vegreville as part of our community service.
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their 4-H ear tags. After the weigh-in everybody had supper, which included pizza and soda provided by Vision Credit Union, with a meeting to follow. The meeting started at 6 pm where future plans for the club were discussed and all members were assigned to a committee. Everyone decided that they are going to make letters and send them to a number of senior homes around Vegreville during Easter. More activities, including the club Christmas party, were planned with dates to be confirmed at the next meeting.
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Town of Mundare Hosts Remembrance Day Service Michelle Pinon News Advertiser A crowd of around 20 people gathered at the cenotaph in Mundare to observe Remembrance Day on November 11. One of those people was Leanne Bisson who said she would be mostly thinking of her great grandfather and her grandfather who both served in the war. “It’s been passed down through the family, even a bayonet from world War 1 with their initials carved into it. So, it’s something pretty spectacular that stays in the family.” Unfortunately, she did not get to meet them as they passed away before she was born. Shortly before 11 am Mayor Mike Saric addressed the crowd, stating, “We debated whether or not to have a collective ceremony today, but decided that in fact this is an important enough occasion of Remembrance to do this. So thank you all for coming. We’re sorry that we couldn’t have had a more normal ceremony but we hope this will at least suffice for today.” The service began with the singing of O’Canada followed by the Last Post, Two Minutes of Silence, and Reveille. Colin Zyla, Chief Administrative Officer for the
Town of Mundare, read a message from Lakeland MP Shannon Stubbs who was unable to attend the service. “This Remembrance Day will be unlike anything we’ve experienced before. It will be the first time in a century there will not be a large traditional parade of Remembrance. This year Canadians will remember veterans and those serving in different ways. And even without traditional ceremonies taking place Canadians will mark Remembrance Day in a different way but with the same eternal spirit represented by traditional ceremonies. MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk stated, “As the proud and grateful granddaughter of a World War 1 Veteran, (Walter St. George-Armstrong) and a daughter of a World War II Reserve Force Veteran, (John Ewing-Armstrong) our family knows firsthand the sacrifices they made overseas as well as the sacrifices the families who were left behind had to make. Thanks once again to our honoured veterans who have served and protected Canada, Canadians, and our treasured freedoms from falling foe to forces. You fought to bring liberty and freedom to many people over the world and throughout our young history, may God bless you always. Mundare Fire Department Member Matt Onyskow was one of several members in attendance. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Zyla stated, “In memory of soldiers who were killed in the performance of their duties. We want to especially recognize those Mundare and Hilliard Natives who lost their lives: Flying Officers E. Kielbaugh, P. Korbyl, J.M. Polomark, L.D. McAllister, Sgt P. Gulevich, Flight Sgt M. Sawry, Warrant Office V. Poloway and Pte. W. Kostiuk. Zyla also read out the names of the various levels of government, organizations, and businesses who sponsored wreaths. Father David McLeod from Chesterton House in Mundare recited the Lord’s Prayer before the closing of the service. Mayor Saric said the town began officially hosting the Remembrance Day Service back in 2003-2004. He said the reason it was so important to keep the tradition and hold the service this year he said, “Although we have Covid that we’re dealing with we felt it was really important for the community to be able to come together and honour the people that have fought and died for us over all the years to keep the freedoms that we have today. And it gives our community an opportunity to actually get together when things are so restricted right now.”
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RCL Branch No. 39 Remembrance Day Ceremony Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 Remembrance Day Ceremony was held at the Vegreville Cenotaph on November 11. Around 40 citizens braved the -16 C weather to attend the event which is normally held at Vegreville Social Centre but couldn’t be done this year because of COVID-19 social gathering restrictions.
Terry Kuzyk, President of RCL Branch No. 39. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
The ceremony began with the Act of Remembrance. It was followed by the March on the Colours, the singing of O Canada, Last Post, observing two minutes of silence, Rouse and Lament, Deposit of the Colours, and Retiring of the Colour Party. Master of Ceremonies and Acting Branch Chaplain Rev. Pamela Milton gave the welcom-
ing prayer. That was followed by the laying of 15 wreaths. Terry Kuzyk, President of RCL Branch No. 39, said this year is particularly significant as 75 years ago the Second World War came to an end. “During six years of the war, over one million Canadians served and many made the ultimate sacrifice. Your presence here today shows the respect you feel for those who served in that conflict, as well as, those who continue to put their lives on the line for us every day.” After this, Mrs. Lydom, Constituency Assistant for Fort Saskatchewan/ Vegreville office read greetings on behalf of MLA Jackie ArmstrongHomeniuk. “As a proud and grateful granddaughter of a World War I veteran and the daughter of a World War II Reserve Force veteran, our family knew first hand of the sacrifices they made overseas as well as the sacrifices the families who were left behind had to make.” Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee said November 11 is the day Canadians remember the brave men and women who served and continue to serve our country during times of war, conflict, and peace. “I have not sacrificed anything for my freedom. It
was given to me by those who came before me and sacrificed so much. Now, it is my responsibility to never forget the service and the sacrifices of more than one and a half million soldiers, sailors, aircrew, and merchant seamen. They died so I could have the freedom to stand here and give this speech, so I could get an education, get a job, and live a free life. I am forever in their debt.” Roger Konieczny, Reeve of the County of Minburn No. 27 presented a brief greeting. This was followed by scripture readings read Micah 4:3-7 and John 15 9-17 by Rev. Milton. She then gave the Prayer of Intercession that was followed by everyone singing a hymn. The ceremony closed with Kuzyk saying it is important to remember that we need to support our currently serving military and emergency services members as they continue to defend our way of life. “Please be careful and stay safe as we wage a battle of our own with the current health crisis.” Rev. Milton then presented the Benediction. The Colour Party Retrieved Colours and Colour Party Retired the Colours.
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Service Dog in Training has its own Unique and Rewarding Challenges that “yes” means that he did something correctly and will get a kibble as a treat.” Since Heather and her husband Russell are both out and about frequently training the dog, they wanted to share some helpful information and advice for people in the community. Heather said, “When Gunner is wearing his green jacket, we are teaching him that he has to focus on his trainer. He is only three-months-old so doesn’t have a very long attention span. Petting the puppy breaks his concentration and distracts him from listening to the commands that he is being taught. At home and on walks, he Heather Giebelhaus was out and about for a walk with doesn’t wear his jacket so Gunner at Pysanka Park recently. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) that he learns that he isn’t working all of the time.” Michelle Pinon She went on to say, “We are happy to News Advertiser answer questions about Gunner, but Heather Giebelhaus is always up for a
new challenge, and for the past three weeks the Vegreville resident has been training a Service Dog. “Gunner came to our home on October 23, and training started right away. We are given specific skills and commands to teach him over the course of the next year. We also attend weekly training classes in Edmonton. Gunner learns quickly and has been house trained, knows the commands “sit”, “let’s go”, “look” (to look at our eyes), “get busy” (to take care of business), and
Gunner is training to be a Service Dog. (Heather Giebelhaus/Submitted Photo)
Changing the Clocks Dear Editor, My question is this: Why does Alberta still insist on changing the clocks twice a year? Health Authorities, (God bless them), say there is an increase of heart attacks and strokes because of the time change! Children’s sleep patterns suffer also. So, why are we hurting our fellow Albertans by changing the time? Do you have a weak heart? Are you afraid of being affected? I really prefer Daylight Savings Time.
Sunlight is always better than darkness. Agree? For the sake of less heart attacks, horrible strokes, and happier children who will sleep better, please phone your MLA. Let’s get the ball rolling. Pat Dehid Two Hills
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please do not call out to him or approach him directly. We both have jobs in the community and are being very careful with the number of COVID cases increasing in the area so we are respecting a two-meter distance for conversations.” After Gunner is about a year old, he will move to an adult raiser family to complete his training and will be with them for 10 to 12 months. Heather added that when Gunner is fully trained he will have the skills to provide his human partner with assistance in their day to day activities. Service dogs help people with specific tasks relating to visible and non-visible disabilities such as epilepsy, post-traumatic stress disorder, diabetes, or mobility limitations. They are trained and tested to ensure safety in public.
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Tributes MEMORIAM
HEIDENREICH, Dieter (Peter) April 15, 1941 - November 16, 2010 It’s been 10 years since you have died and you are missed so much. Our hearts still fragile from such a loss. Your voice can still be heard; Is the kettle on? Line em up! Listen… So grateful for our time together and blessed to have our memories. Continue to Rest in Peace Pete Our Dad, Our Pop Until we meet again… XoXoXoXo
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ERICKSON, Alvin On Tuesday, November 10, 2020 Mr. Alvin Erickson passed away in the Vermilion Health Centre at the age of 90 years. Alvin will be forever loved and missed by his Loving Wife Katrina “Kat” of Mannville; Children Dean Erickson of Ranfurly, Ingrid (Gene) Helmer of Lloydminster, Desiree (Pat) Turnball of Drumheller, Brandi Minor of Orleans, Ont., and Whitney Minor of Embrun, Ont.; Grandchildren Jared (Janine), Justin (Kim), Kyle (Hope); Great-Grandchildren Lucas, Lily, Johathan, Zachary, Harley, Zach, Brianna and Luka; as well as his nieces, nephews and extended family. Alvin was predeceased by his first Wife Jane “Jean” Erickson in 1997; Son Travis Minor; Parents Albert and Arte Erickson; Sisters Thelma, Ruth and Roberta. In keeping with Alvin’s wishes cremation has taken place and no formal service is being held. If so desired donations in memory of Alvin may be made to the Al Shamal Shriners Hospital Transportation Fund (14511-142nd Street, Edmonton, AB T6V 1H8) or charity of choice.
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KOSTYNUK, Art November 29, 1934 – November 14, 2020 On November 14, 2020, Art Kostynuk of Innisfree, Alberta, passed away at the age of 85 years. Art is survived by his loving wife, Lillian, and numerous other relatives. Predeceased by father Dick, mother Frances and brother Elgin. Due to the current circumstances, there will be no funeral service. Cremation has taken place. Friends are welcome to direct memorial donations to a charity of choice. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM
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Wendy Brook 2020 Awards Handed Out Debra Fedoruk and Larissa Bombak Submitted In March of 2020, the Piano, Speech Arts, Individual Instruments, and Band entries were performed and adjudicated at the Wendy Brook Music Festival. Due to COVID-19, the festival was cut short, and the Awards Concert was postponed. With the continued restrictions on gatherings, the committee decided to hand out awards without having a concert. This festival successfully runs thanks to the support of services clubs, individuals, and businesses within our community. The Wendy Brook Music Festival committee is planning to hold a festival this spring. The awards for 2020 were as follows: Composition, Drs. Tim & Elizabeth Nawrot: Torrin Lockhart & Campbell Prestash Duet, Outstanding, Marielle Brodziak: Shade Clark & Summer Parsons Festival Theme, Wendy Brook Festival: Shade Clark Piano, Betty Hantiuk Memorial: Felicitas Seitz Piano, Drs. Tim & Elizabeth Nawrot: Calvin Malabanan Piano, Grant Miller Motors Special: Susana Siemens Piano, Wiebe Insurance Brokers: Viktor Telega Piano, Wendy Brook Festival: Jarden Bellamkonda Piano, Classical Excellence, Skyline Greenhouse Lavoy: Devon Yanitski Piano, Excellence, George Kuwata Memorial: Shade Clark Piano, Senior, Wendy Brook Festival: Ana Morey Piano, Solo 12 & Under, Leola Nawrot Memorial: Maxim Rudyk Piano, Solo 13 & Over, Vegreville Lions Club: Claire Pasay Piano, Solo 9 & Under, Vegtel Engraving Ltd: Calder Langkow Piano, Wendy Brook Open: Jonathan Antonchuk, Robert Antonchuk, Amber Austin, Abigail Bellamkonda, Zane Boettcher, Miya Burghardt, Adin Farris,
Band adjudicator Dan Davis, adjudicating the Londonderry Jazz Band. (Larissa Bombak/Submitted Photo)
The Grade 3S and Grade 3/4P elementary students A.L. Horton School during their choral speech presentation. (Larisssa Bombak/Submitted Photo)
Piano adjudicator Esther Madsen adjudicating some participants. (Larissa Bombak/Submitted Photo)
Dahlia Gladys, Shazeb Gupta, Natalya Hoyteniuk, Oleksandra Khinich, Selby Labuschagne, Winnifred Lange, Josie Lutzak, David Prestash, Mary Katherine Prestash, Robert Prestash, Odelia Rayavarapu, Hayes Thompson, Susan Windels, Gavin Worobec Strings, Violin, Heather Soldan Memorial Award: Clayden Lutzak Violin, 8 to 10 years, Vegreville Natural Health Centre: Cally Austin Strings, Open, Wayne & Geri Tuck: Dahlia & Lane Gladys Speech Arts, Betty Hantiuk Memorial: Winnifred Lange Wendy Brook Festival: Saucy Grade Ones (A.L. Horton Gr. 1 UB), Gr. 1 St. Martin’s, Gr. 2/3C Mundare School, Two Hills School Drama Club & Campbell Prestash Speech Arts, 11 & Over, Vegreville Natural Health Centre: Calder Langkow & Maxim Rudyk Speech Arts, Choral, Drs. Tim & Elizabeth Nawrot: St. Martin’s Gr. 2, A.L. Horton Gr. 3S & 3/4P Speech Arts, Solo, Vegreville Elks Club: Bradford Sonnenberg School Bands, Royal Canadian Legion #39, Vegreville: Fort Saskatchewan High School School Bands, Outstanding Achievement, Vegreville Lions Club: Londonderry Concert Band Wendy Brook Band Open: VCHS Junior Band Instrument, Solo, Maddigan Chrysler: Shade Clark Instruments, Group, Wendy Brook Festival: Holy Family Gr. 5/6 Handchimes Instruments, Open, Woodwynn Farm (Terry & John Kubin): Mason Lutzak Woodwynn Farms (Terry & John Kubin): Londonderry Jazz Band Vegreville Kinsmen: VCHS Senior Band Instruments, Recorder, Vegreville PharmaChoice Drug Mart: Cally & Amanda Austin Instruments, Wendy Brook Open: Marianna Artymko, Zoe Rogers, Holy Family Gr. 3/4 Recorders
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Buffalo Trails Public Schools Celebrates Success Superintendent Rhae-Ann Holoien Submitted There has been a lot for us to celebrate as we complete another month of school. This year, the Buffalo Trail Public Schools (BTPS) Celebration Day looked different since we were unable to get together and our Staff Service Recognition Awards were presented at the individual schools. Board members also received service recognition awards in October. Trustee Eddleston received a PSBAA Long Service Award for 16 years of service and Board Chair Parr and Trustee Archibald received their Long Service awards for 10 years of service. We are grateful to our staff and our Board members who dedicate so much time and effort to serve our students. BTPS schools continue to engage students and families within the guidelines of the Re-entry Plan. Schools continued to have activities throughout October to celebrate Awards, Thanksgiving, Fall, and Halloween. Our Board also engages with students and October’s student engagement session’s topic was ‘Working Together to Support Diversity and Promote Inclusion.’ Schools have been posting many pictures to share with their families on their school websites and social media sites to keep everyone informed of the amazing ways our staff engage students. With only essential visitors allowed into buildings, schools have set up our parent/teacher conferences using google hangouts or phone calls. Some BTPS schools reported more parents/guardians have been part of these conferences than in previous years. Schools continue
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to engage their families with emails and newsletters along with some videos and live-streamed events. It is amazing to see the creative ways that schools and classrooms are connecting with our families. Our Parent Councils have been meeting online and we thank the parents/guardians for volunteering their time to support our schools. BTPS continues to update re-entry guidelines and ensures the alignment of our regulations with AHS. Effective Nov. 2, Alberta removed runny nose and sore throat from the list of core symptoms requiring mandatory isolation for those under the age of 18. Our BTPS guidelines continue to have only essential visitors to our buildings; no live performances or events; and sports teams are able to practice. This weekend, BTPS had confirmation that one student had tested positive for COVID-19. This is our first COVID-19 case within our schools. We are not allowed to share student information with people out of respect and in accordance with AHS privacy guidelines. As per the AHS regulations, all close contacts were notified and are in isolation. The government’s Occupational, Health, and Safety audits were completed at 3 BTPS schools and no deficiencies were reported. We are fortunate to have such an amazing team taking care of each other and our students.
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$250,000 for a bridge replacement located 18 kilometers southwest of the Town of Two Hills, and $180,000 for a bridge replacement located 8 miles southwest of Hairy Hill. Mannville has received over $87,000 in funding for multiple sidewalk repairs and to relocate the 46 Street storm sewer ditch. These projects will improve our constituency’s infrastructure, creating local jobs, and keeping Albertan’s safe on the road. Our government was elected on a mandate to reduce unnecessary red tape in the province. Recently we introduced Bill 47: Ensuring Safety and Cutting Red Tape Act, which will ensure safety in the workplace while cutting red tape. This bill will remove the redundancy and duplication created throughout the OHS Act while ensuring
a balanced approach to develop a skilled workforce while improving the health, safety, and rights of workers. The revised Workers’ Compensation system will better align Alberta with
other jurisdictions and be more competitive in order to support our province’s economic recovery by improving processes, cutting red tape, and making Albertan’s life easier.
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