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RCMP files from NOVEMber 15 - 21 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser November 15

14:16 – Report of property damage done to a communications facility in the Town of Mundare. CCTV being reviewed. 14:50 – Report of an attempted theft of a vehicle from a residence in Lavoy. CCTV being reviewed. 16:49 – Report of a passenger bus broken down on Hwy 16 near Hwy 36. Members attended, ensured everyone was OK and conducted traffic control. Another bus was en-route to pick up the 30 people on the bus. November 16 03:28 – Report of break and enter to a Mundare business. Members attended and learned that a vehicle had been used to forcefully enter the building. Property was taken and the suspects left the scene. Investigation was conducted along with agencies in other jurisdictions which resulted in the arrest of four individuals related to this and other crimes in the area. Further details to follow. 05:45- Report of a car jacking in Smoky Lake with the suspects last seen westbound on Hwy 29. Further investigation leads RCMP to believe that this vehicle was ultimately used in various crimes across the region on the 16th. 06:04 – Report of a theft of a 1995 Blue Chevy truck that had been stolen over night in Mundare. As of writing, the vehicle had not been located. It is believed that this vehicle was used in a car jacking in the Smoky Lake area in which four suspects were arrested after being involved in a series of crimes spread across multiple detachments in the area. 06:32 – Members were called to a Vegreville location by a cab driver because an irate customer would not leave the vehicle. When members arrived, the customer had left. There was no damage and no injuries. 06:45 – Report of an abandoned vehicle in Lamont County near Mundare. Members attended and found a 2000 grey GMC Sierra that had damage, a burnt interior and a missing catalytic converter. Further investigation revealed that the vehicle had been stolen and was likely involved in the 03:28 break and enter in Mundare.

07:41 – Report of a tractor-trailer in the ditch eastbound on Hwy 16 between Vegreville and Mundare. Members attended and provided traffic control. Recovery of the unit was done much later in the day. There were no injuries reported. November 17 Nothing of note November 18 11:48 – Client called with concern for her neighbour who she had not seen in a couple of days. Members attended and found the subject of the call at home but having medicals issues. Members contacted EMS and stayed with the male until they arrived. EMS transported the male to hospital for treatment. 11:52 – Report of a suspicious vehicle parked outside a Vegreville business. Members attended and spoke with the 61-year-old male from Mundare who advised that he was using the Wi-Fi connection. Further investigation revealed that the subject had outstanding warrants for which he was arrested and then released with documents for court. 17:04 – Request from a Vegreville lodging establishment for assistance removing guests who had not paid their bill and were refusing to leave. Members attended and located a male and female, both who were intoxicated. The male had outstanding warrants. Both were arrested and lodged in cells until sober, released the next day. Warrants on the male were addressed. November 19 08:56 – Traffic stop conducted on a vehicle on Hwy 16 near Mundare. A 24-year-old female from Innisfree driving a Ford Escape was clocked at 154 kmph in the 110 kmph zone. The driver was issued a ticket with a voluntary penalty of $421. She was also issued a ticket for failing to maintain daytime running lamps (VP of $81). November 20 Nothing of note November 21 08:48 – Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in approximately 10 speeding tickets as well as failing to produce an insurance card and failing to produce proper documentation.

11:52 – Report of a 33-year-old male from Vegreville who had entered a business in Vegreville, proceeded to an employee-only area and was stealing personal effects. The business held the subject until members arrived. The male was arrested for theft and break and enter as well as failing to comply with release conditions. After a remand hearing on Nov 22, the subject was released by a Justice of the Peace on a $1,000 no-cash bail with further conditions and documents for court.

13:48 – Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in approximately 6 speeding tickets as well as operating without registration. 15:34 – Report of an abandoned vehicle located in Lavoy. Members attended and confirmed that the vehicle had been stolen out of the Vermilion area. The vehicle was recovered. 19:28 – Report of a truck speeding and revving the engine in a Vegreville neighbourhood. Ongoing complaints regarding this vehicle described as a green Dodge Ram with exhaust stacks. During the week there were 78 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 2 false 911s, 4 animal strikes, 1 wellbeing check, 5 calls under the Mental Health Act or related to mental health, 0 COVID, and approximately 18 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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Resources and Supports Expanded for People Experiencing Family Violence Michelle Pinon News Advertiser November is Family Violence Prevention Month in Alberta. It is a time to increase awareness of the warning signs of family violence and the resources and supports available. One of the supports that is available through Alberta Health Services, (AHS) is the Domestic Abuse Response Team, (DART) which provides around-theclock access to free, specialized services to support people who are experiencing domestic violence. DART originally launched at Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre in 2017 and has expanded over the past year to serve 23 additional communities, two of which are Two Hills and Viking, that were added this past month.

On Nov. 5 AHS announced that funding for the DART expansion would come from a $2.6 million grant from the Government of Alberta to expand family violence services for rural, remote and Indigenous communities. AHS spokesperson Shelley Rattray said health care providers who work within the Two Hills and Viking Health Centre have received education on DART and how to make referrals to this service. “At this time, health care providers are offering DART to patients who express concerns of domestic violence. Residents of these communities and surrounding areas can also present to the emergency department in either community to request a referral,” stated Rattray. Since DART first expanded, Rattray said AHS has supported a total of over 50 clients across all sites.

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“Once a referral initiated, responders assess each patient’s individual needs and provide crisis support, education, safety planning, safe accommodations, information about local resources and connection to follow-up services.” Albertans can request DART services at AHS and Covenant Health emergency departments, urgent care centres and select maternity wards in any of these communities. Rattray said, “Domestic violence can occur in a variety of relationships that are based on intimacy, dependency or trust and impacts individuals across the lifespan. Understanding domestic abuse can happen anywhere, AHS is working to expand domestic abuse supports to as many AHS facilities as possible.”

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“That this House recognize that the Québécois form a nation within a united Canada.” That was the English wording of the motion in the House of Commons in November of 2006. A nation within a nation. Not a new concept by any stretch. While Quebec may be in the news a lot for their views and the Québécois nation, we do have multiple nations within the federation that is Canada. We have “First Nations” as well as the “Métis Nations” and “Inuit”. It all gets very complicated with the politics and legalities, but the common denominator is the recognition of unique groups of people within Canada. On November 7, 2021, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, raised some eyebrows when he publicly stated what many have been saying in private for some time. During a radio interview he commented on the differences in the views of Saskatchewan when compared to that of the federal government in Canada. “... we’re actually, at this point in time … more like a nation within Canada” Moe stated. While typically the “nation within a nation” is focused on a culture as its defining characteristic, a quick look at MerriamWebster sheds some light on Premier Moe’s definition. 1-a: a politically organized nationality 1-b: a community of people composed of one or more nation-

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alities and possessing a more or less defined territory and government 1-c: a territorial division containing a body of people of one or more nationalities and usually characterized by relatively large size and independent status That sounds to me like Saskatchewan is already a “nation” within Canada. Many people weighed in on this and some laughed it off, but this is something that we should take note of. While there has been lots of talk about Alberta and separation, the idea of a nation within a nation makes a lot of sense. After all, it has worked very well for Quebec. In the days following, Premier Moe was asked to clarify his position. In doing so, he made it clear the need for Saskatchewan to take control of its own destiny in light of some federal government policies. Something many Albertans can relate to. In my discussions with friends and colleagues over the last few years, the topic of separation has come up many times. While very complex, I personally think it could work. Now I’m not going to any rallies to carry a sign for separation or anything, but I do think that Alberta, like Saskatchewan needs more autonomy. Since separation would be messy, what I REALLY think should happen is Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba getting together and becoming a block. If you look back at Canadian maps, Quebec and Ontario grew their territory as population grew. Much of the land came from the Northwest Territories, but ultimately, up until 1905 and 1927 the land that is currently divided between Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba was all one parcel. Arguably, the three Prairie Provinces have a lot in common. Together they would be a significant power as a nation within Canada. Both Alberta and Saskatchewan punch far above their weight when it comes to GDP (per capita). Respectively they are 41% and 26% above the Canadian average (Quebec is NEGATIVE 16.7%). Alberta alone with around 1/2 the population and 1/2 of the land mass of Quebec has a GDP that almost equals the eastern province. All three Prairie Provinces have well developed natural resource sectors. When it comes to equalization payments, in the past 10 years, Alberta and Saskatchewan have received $0 and Quebec often receives 40% - 50% of all payments from Ottawa. In 2021-22, Quebec will rake in $13 billion of the total $20 billion in federal funding via equalization payments. Premier Moe’s focus was on more control of immigration and child care spending. Not strange at all that Quebec already enjoys these powers. While he did not touch on the points that I outlined, you can be sure that kitchen tables around the Prairie Provinces are having those discussions. The west needs a stronger, united voice and more control over our future within Canada. Since Premier Kenney is not all that popular these days, perhaps we just vote in Premier Moe to govern a united west nation within a united Canada. Premier Moe is on to something. After all, what’s good for Quebec.... Vote for Moe!! Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

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The Annual Christmas Home Business and Makers Market had a seasonal charm unto its own. The event was held on November 20 at Senior Citizen Sunshine Club of Vegreville. At this market, people

had an opportunity to find an original gift for someone special from 25 vendors. Market Organizer Jennifer Hladilo said, “Most of the vendors were from Vegreville or from the country surrounding Vegreville. To offer more variety, we invited some new unique vendors who

were from Highridge, Mannville, Vermilion and Edmonton. We hold this sale twice a year to bring the shopping to the people, so they don’t have to travel. It also gives them a chance to shop local.”

Talk of the Town on how Businesses can Retain Customers Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

In order to be successful, it is essential that businesses attract and retain customers. When I asked citizens from Vegreville and Area what they felt businesses should do so they have enough customers, their replies were as follows: Danita Ponte said she finds businesses with online websites are helpful. Amanda Breanne said she wants to be able to see what the business have from their website before she goes and shops there. She also likes to have the ability to

buy online and pickup at the store. Brianne Giles said she thinks businesses should have store hours that aren’t when people are at work. “Open on Saturdays and/or Sundays or at least later than five during the week and advertise that you are open late.” Effie Romaniuk-Lakusta’s comment echoed this statement. “Have stores open later than 5 pm and have late night shopping till 9 pm on Fridays. A person can’t support businesses if a person works till 5 pm and they are already closed.” Carolin Lutyck said the main thing for her is that the stores shouldn’t have empty

shelves! “Yes, I know there are supply chain issues for some products, but why are shelves empty in Vegreville, but not in Edmonton, for the same product?

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90 Years Ago – November 25, 1931

The cost of the Great War: Ten million men had been killed. A parade of these dead men, marching, ten abreast from sunrise to sunset, with a new rank passing every two seconds, would take 46 days to pass by a given point. To this number should be added 13,000,000 missing. There were also 10,000,000 refugees and 6,000,000 children who had lost their fathers. The daily loss of human life amounted to 16,585. The cost of war came to a total of $338,000,000,000. In other words, $20,000 for every hour since the birth of Christ. The war itself cost $9,000,000 an hour to wage. In those four years Europe lost all the savings it had accumulated during a century. Disastrous fire swept Hairy Hill business district on Monday morning, wiping out the Eliuk and Mandryk’s general store, Hairy Hill Trading Company’s general store, post office, and Geo Sidor’s confectionery store. Damage is estimated at $40,000 partly covered by insurance. Only the fact that there was no wind saved the remainder of the buildings in Hairy Hill, as there was no water or fire equipment available.

75 Years Ago – November 20, 1946

Trade minister MacKinnon announced the removal of all quotas on the amount of wheat which prairie farmers may deliver to their country elevators. This means that farmers may deliver as much wheat as they want to the elevators instead of being restricted to a certain number of bushels per acre, according to their districts. Officials said that up to now approximately 90% of the crop areas were on the maximum quota of 20 bushels an acre, or were entirely quota-free. Prices board officials are giving increasing attention ot the question of a plan for Canada’s butter ration this winter, but have so far come to no conclusions, and the prospects are there will be no change in the present six-ounce ration at least during November. Setting a new record for cattle sales in Canada 48 registered Herefords from the Pine Coulee ranch, near Staveley, were sold for $35,125, an average of $731 each. Top price was paid by Henry Yager of Oregon for Royal Britisher, only son to the $15,000 Hereford bull, Duchess Royal Domino.

50 Years Ago – November 25, 1971

Fall convocation for the conferring of degrees from the University of Alberta was held at the Jubilee Auditorium and inducted several students from Vegreville and district. Master of Music, Gordon Nicholson; Bachelor of Arts, Barry Craddock, Kenneth Lukenchuk, Wayne Symyrozum and Jackie Trefanenko; Bachelor of Education, Barbara Powley, Jean Dake, Vivian Samoil, Marion Reznik, Two Hills, Shirley Strynadka of Innisfree and Adeline Tanasichuk of Mundare. Bachelor of Commerce, Douglas McDonald. A.W. Roland, Reeve of the County of Minburn No. 27 was elected director of District 3 of the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties at the recent association convention. D.M. Mascaluk of Willingdon, won two awards at the annual awards banquet of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine. J.W. Grant MacEwan, Lieutenant-Governor of Alberta presented him with a William Sidey scholarship of $275.00 provided by Miss Isabel Sidey. Mr. Mascaluk, who is in his second year at the Veterinary College, also received a first general proficiency award of $350 provided by the University. Gary Hasey, receiver of many scholastic awards, recently was awarded the Alberta Hotel Association Scholarship. An honor student since grade nine, Gary has received honor awards in various subjects throughout high school. Gary is presently enrolled in PreMedicine at the University of Alberta.

25 Years Ago – November 26, 1996

The Town of Vegreville is filing a defamation suit against a daily newspaper for an article which called the town a racist community. Mayor Dave Kucheraway announced that appropriate Sun newspapers will be served with a notice of intention to commence legal action. The notice relates to a November 17 article which said Vegreville was “a redneck, racist community right out of the movie Mississippi Burning.” The results of an internal review of the Vegreville Case Processing Centre (CPC) alleges that centre staff saw incidents of both racism and sexual harassment. The review included comments from 62 of the 178 staff at the centre, including six visible minority staff, one aboriginal person, plus nine staff who have left Vegreville. The 1997 executive of the Vegreville Chamber of Commerce was elected. Dan Beaudette is the incoming president, with Dale Brodziak as first vice-president; Orest Hlus as second vice-president; and Ben Weibe as third vice-president. A pre-Christmas book fair at St. Martin’s School in Vegreville was held. Librarian Millie Giebelhaus said that is was proving quite popular. A percentage of the proceeds are used by the library to buy more books.

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COVID-19 Strategy must Pivot or we will Remain in an Endless Cycle Marco Navarro-Genie Haultain Research Institute Alberta Premier Jason Kenney’s plan to treat the coronavirus as endemic is the way out of the COVID19 crisis. That he has adopted provincial restrictions for the fourth time doesn’t negate the endemic approach. But his declaration that we have “a crisis of the unvaccinated” offers no solution. The newest health impositions reveal a vaccine that doesn’t act like a traditional vaccine. Old vaccines provided individual immunity and a barrier against the spread of infection. The COVID shots do neither all that well. The COVID shots are no infection barrier, especially among the elderly, because the immunity resulting from the shots isn’t lasting as long as initially thought. At first, the number of people sick with COVID in long-term care homes dropped dramatically after they were immunized. However, Alberta government statistics show that comorbidities are a better predictor of infection than the absence of vaccination. For all its risks and failures, the COVID shot lowers the rate at which the infected end up in hospital or succumb to the illness. This is certainly good. But we should come clean on the infection results among the older cohorts, even those with no comorbidities. Medical bureaucrats, media and governments have made the pandemic out to be all about case numbers, and, in this sense, we continue to fail our elderly, despite the rhetoric about vaccination. Not surprisingly, instead of immunization or the risks, the debate has moved to how vaccines help avoid the harsher reactions to the virus. If everyone were

vaccinated tomorrow, it’s clear from existing data that the spread of infection wouldn’t stop. Those vaccinated still contract and spread the infection at a rate of 30 to 50 per cent. Data from Israel show, and manufacturers admit, that the efficacy of the COVID shot declines within months and the limited protection it offers may not last past six months. Booster shots, we now hear, are the immediate and longer-term solution. But the rush impulse to give everyone boosters, already being indulged in the United States, brings us to significant ethical and practical problems. In ethical terms, rich countries offering boosters further delay the first shot for half the planet’s population. On the practical side, more variants will arise in a world where half the population hasn’t been vaccinated and in which a quarter to half the vaccinated can transmit infection. The catalogue already includes many mutations of SARS-CoV-2, and there will be more. So far, only eight variants cause COVID-19 infections; the rest aren’t affecting people. However, as the Brazil and Delta variants have shown, populous countries like Nigeria, Indonesia, Bangladesh and Pakistan might be ripe for generating more variants of concern. Variants of concern have great potential to find their way to Canada, challenging the efficacy of the shots and producing waves of new cases among vaccinated and unvaccinated. Given the speed at which medical bureaucrats make politicians panic and at which health-care systems are brought to the brink of collapse, new infection waves will push toward the only alternative leaders know: restrictions and lockdowns. We need a better exit strategy than just relying on

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Fatal Collision on Highway 15 Reported

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Fort Saskatchewan RCMP reported that emergency crews were on scene of a fatal collision between a van and a semi on Highway 15 west of Range Road 193 late Friday afternoon. According to the Nov. 19 news release, the highway was blocked as a result of the collision and traffic was being diverted. Motorists were asked to avoid the area and take alternate routes if possible because traffic was expected to be impacted for several hours while the investigation is completed. “One adult male is confirmed deceased. Further details will not be provided pending notification of next of kin,” stated RCMP. The highway was reopened approximately 7 hours after the accident. A Nov. 21 new release stated, “Fort Saskatchewan RCMP continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding a fatal collision on Highway 15 on Nov. 19, 2021. Police are seeking any witnesses or dash cam footage from motorists in the area of Highway 15 and Range Road 193 from approximately 3:40 to 3:55 pm. Anyone who may have information are asked to contact the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP at 780-997-7900. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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Digital Divide Growing Wider in Rural Alberta Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The digital divide is becoming wider and the inequity of service in rural Alberta needs to be addressed. Both Tofield/Beaver County West and Flagstaff Family and Community Support Services, (FCSS) will be bringing that to

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light that issue during the upcoming FCSSAA virtual annual conference on Dec. 3. The digital divide is one of several emergent resolutions that will be presented at the conference. The resolution calls for FCSSAA to work with the Provincial Government to advocate to the Federal Government for “equitable internet and cellular service” in Alberta. It states, “The digital divide is becoming wider and the inequity of service is becoming a hindrance for our citizens.” Tracey Boast Radley, Executive

Director of the Tofield/Beaver West FCSS, stated, “As FCSS offices, we often have clients seeking support with online form completion. A few examples would be applying for Federal Employment Insurance, Provincial Income Supports, or submitting seniors’ benefits documents online. Like many rural communities, there are no Service Canada or Alberta Supports in Beaver County and Tofield, so we often fill the gap by assisting our community members with these types of services. Although it can be more efficient for

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Government offices to move to online submission options, it is not always that simple for everyone. The reality is there are still individuals who do not have access to computers or smart phones. Reasons vary but affordability is a significant factor including the cost to purchase equipment and pay for internet and data services, which as indicated in the resolution, is extremely expensive. Some others may not know how to access, complete, and submit these documents either. During COVID, many FCSS offices could be accessed for assistance, but places such as libraries where public computers are available were mandated to be closed. These are all factors that cause extra stress, create more barriers, and can be unfair to our vulnerable citizens. We encourage collaboration between our provincial and federal governments to create affordable, equitable, and reliable internet service for all.”

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Vegreville Christmas Bureau had a Year of Benevolence and blustery day where there was a very low attendance due to this weather. Through it all, Patti gave us $100 but VCM Committee felt very bad for Patti and for us, so there will be a cheque coming for $500 to Vegreville Christmas Bureau to make sure we were recognized properly.

share in your sorrow.... and invite you to join in a L-R Members of VCB Melody Batchelor, Ann Waters, Joanne Veldkamp and Donna Melenka. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

The Vegreville Christmas Bureau, (VCB) provides Christmas hampers to those in the community who are less fortunate. During the 2020/21 season, they provided 143 hampers to 402 individuals. VCB Chair Joanne Veldkamp says 2020/21 was quite a positive year. “We received some very generous hampers. Things were done differently this year because in the past, we would collect and have a site where people could get Christmas decorations and we didn’t do that last year because of COVID-19. We wanted to limit traffic coming in and out of our space. But we did continue with the Coats for Families program so people could donate coats, scarves, and boots and the clients could come and pick up anything they could use.” During VCB’s recent Annual General Meeting

Veldkamp pointed out that, “We are also looking for additional people to join our executive. We have a couple of volunteer members who are looking into getting transition off of the board. They are willing to help for this year but we need new people to get involved.” Vice-Chair, Ann Waters went on to say VCB will try to apply for Canada Post grants but this doesn’t become open until 2022. For events held this year, Waters mentioned that the Second Annual Vegreville Toy Drive which Patti Gallien coordinated was successful. Vegreville Motorcycle Riders Club joined with Vegreville Iron Runners Club for this event. There were 36 entries and they raised around $2,800 in addition to plenty of toys. Vegreville Christmas Bureau was also at Vegreville Corn Maze on September 12 which was a cold, rainy

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November 24, 2021

VVA Very Festive Art Show and Sale

Some of the VVA artwork. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent

As part of Town of Vegreville A Very Vegreville Christmas, Vegreville Visual Artists, (VVA) Very Festive Art Show and Sale was offered at Vegreville Centennial Library gymnasium on November 20. The show featured 16 local artists who showcased every medium of art imaginable. Approximately, 160 people attended the popular art show. Ingrid Schulz was a new Vegreville Visual Artist on the scene. Ingrid said she has been an artist all her life. “But I have only been part of VVA for a few months. Mostly I deal in fluid art which is like pour art and abstract forms of art. Also, I like to make jewelry, coasters, and of course, fluid art paintings. I really enjoy belonging to VVA as it allowed me to come to this sale and be out

RCL Branch No. 39 President, Terry Kuzyk presents the RCL Branch No. 39 Bob and Jean Kelly Memorial Scholarship to Chelsea Kuhn. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

RCL Branch No. 39 President, Terry Kuzyk presents the RCL Branch No. 39 Bob and Jean Kelly Memorial Scholarship to Hailey Nichol. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

in the community and showcase my art. President of VVA, Marg Varga said VVA worked in partnership with Vegreville Tourism, Recreation and Culture Board and Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce to host this event. “Our objective is always to share visual arts with our community. We believe that art is uplifting. We want people to see the diverse local talent that is in Vegreville and area too. They appreciate the rocks, windows, and posts that we painted but this shows where it comes from and what else we do.” The artists who participated at this event were Betty Klein, Connie and Ken Baxandall, Deserrie Ruptash, Diane Fausak, Dianna M. Sapara, Heather Paziuk, Lorraine Ziegler, Marg Varga, Martha Die, Pam Cole, Sonia (Marak) Urquhart, Steve Ricketts, Suzanne Malo, Gloria Sen, and Ingrid Schulz.

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Diane Fausak painting at the sale. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Town of Vegreville Supports Advocacy Efforts Regarding RCMP Retro-pay Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Town of Vegreville is throwing its support behind the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, (FCM) that is calling on the federal government to absorb all costs associated with retro-pay for RCMP. The additional costs are a direct result of a new collective bargaining agreement that was reached between the National Police Federation and the Federal Government. Because of this, the Town of Vegreville is being asked to pay $500,000 in retro-pay by the end of November. FCM is also calling on the federal government to commit to ensuring municipalities are properly consulted on measures that would impact local fiscal sustainability and ability to maintain effective levels of police service. Vegreville town council passed an official resolution at its Nov. 8 meeting. In part, it reads, “Our municipality and others that depend on RCMP contract policing are facing significant, unbudgeted

costs that may force us to make difficult choice at a time when our primary focus needs to be on economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.” The resolution went on to say, “RCMP cost increases will disproportionately impact rural communities…and are eager to work more closely with other orders of government and the RCMP on contract policing issues to ensure the financial sustainability of contract policing, and to maintain the service levels necessary for community safety.” In a press release issued by the Town of Vegreville on Nov. 10, Mayor Tim MacPhee stated that, “Municipalities cannot run deficits and have limited revenue tools yet, even though the end result leaves us with unexpected costs that have considerable impacts on our finances and operations, we (municipalities) were not consulted during the bargaining process. MacPhee said, “We are using every tool available to us and every organization that can lobby the federal government to let them know how serious these cost passed on to municipalities.”

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Mundare Pharmacy Break-in leads to Car Jackings and Arrests Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Shortly after 3 am on Nov. 16 thieves broke into the Mundare Pharmacy and stole a substantial number of drugs before burning the truck used in the crime and taking off in a get away vehicle. Sgt. Robert Daisley, Commander of the Two Hills RCMP detachment, said he was dispatched at 5:45 am regarding a car jacking on Highway 29. “When we were on our way, we got a second call saying there was a second car jacking, basically at the same location. So, then we got there we saw there, we saw a bunch of medication in these vehicles and found out there was a break and enter

INVITATION TO TENDER FARMLAND

Rick Schmaus hereby oﬀers the following land for sale by tender, subject to the existing reservations on title: Parcel 1 - NW-2-49-15-W4th (160 titled acres) Parcel 2 - NE-2-49-15-W4th (160 titled acres)

Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked “Schmaus Tender”, to Andreassen Borth, Barristers and Solicitors, #200, 4870-51 Street, Camrose, Alberta T4V 1S1, on or before 12:00 noon on January 14, 2022, and shall be accompanied with a cheque for $5,000.00, and GST number.

Main: Damages to front façade. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) Inset: Drugs that were seized during the investigation. (Two Hills RCMP/Submitted Photo)

help. When he stops to help, they point a shot gun at him, demand that he gets out of his vehicle; which he wisely does. Three of the four get into the car now and drive away. They drive that car about 10 miles and put that one in the ditch. Then they walk to a farm and ask for a ride, and then they get a ride into Waskatenau and get a couple of hotel rooms there. So, we posted on Facebook that we were looking for this car. Find out these people got a ride to the hotel there. We go there and surround the hotel. They surrender peacefully and we get the shot gun. Three of the four people went into the car and the fourth one stayed at the scene and got arrested at the scene there.” Sgt. Daisley said the suspects were placed under arrest around Noon. We held the hotel rooms until midnight and then executed a search warrant on those hotel rooms there. Search began a few minutes after midnight and we were done 33 LAND FOR RENT BY TENDER minutes after. Several bags of SW-3-54-15-W4 drugs were seized, Containing 160 acres however, the esti2021 crop - wheat mated value of the 2020 crop - peas drugs has yet to be Canola was last seeded in 2016 determined. Sgt. Daisley said they Oﬀering a 3 year term are still determinRent payable April 1, 2022 ing the charges. He Deadline for bids November 30, 2021 added that, “No Highest oﬀer will not necessarily be accepted. names have been released as they Send $/acre along with crop plan to: haven’t sworn the tabfed@telusplanet.net information.” or contact Tabatha 780-632-1548

at the Mundare Pharmacy. So, we are obviously investigating if they are connected. Tenders will not be opened in public. It turns out that a group of four people go to Mundare. They steal a truck, use that truck to do the The highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted. break and enter at the pharmacy. Transfer the drugs Unsuccessful tenderers will be notiﬁed by mail, and into their get away vehicle. Burn the truck that they their cheques returned. stole and start heading to Edmonton. They put their truck in the ditch and one of the Successful tenderers shall be obligated to complete the purchase on or before March 1st, 2022, and their guys walks to a nearby farm to get some help and cheque shall constitute a deposit towards the when the person at the farm helps them out. They purchase price. end up stealing his truck at gun point. So, this guy For further information, or to view the property, please contact goes back to his farm. They take his truck, and load Rick at 780-385-1137 or Jordan at 780-385-1221. a bunch of medication into it, drive about 150 feet and get stuck. Now they have two vehicles in the ditch. Now they carjack the next vehicle that comes down the PUBLIC SALE OF LAND road. They flag him down for (Municipal Government Act)

County of Minburn No. 27

Notice is hereby given that under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the County of Minburn No. 27 will oﬀer for sale, by public auction, in the oﬃce of the County of Minburn No. 27, 4909 – 50 Street, Vegreville, Alberta on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. the following lands: LOT 1 1-4 -

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The parcels will be offered for sale subject to a reserve bid and to the reservations and conditions contained in the existing certificate of title. This land is being offered for sale on an “as is, where is” basis and the County of Minburn No. 27 makes no representation and gives no warranty whatsoever as to the adequacy of services, soil conditions, land use districting, building and development conditions, absence, or presence of environmental contamination, or the developability of the subject land for any intended use by the purchaser. No bid will be accepted where the bidder attempts to attach conditions precedent to the sale of any parcel. No terms or conditions of sale will be considered other than those specified by the County of Minburn No. 27. Terms: The purchase price is payable by 10% deposit and balance payable within 30 days of the date of the Public Auction. GST may apply to all applicable lands sold at the Public Auction. Payment Options: E-Transfer, Option Pay, Certified Cheque or Bank Draft The County of Minburn No. 27 may, after the public auction, become the owner of any parcel of land that is not sold at the public auction. Redemption may be affected by payment of all arrears of taxes and costs at any time prior to the sale. Brent Williams, Chief Administrative Officer

LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER 15 miles East of Viking, Alberta NE 35-47-10-W4 145 acres cultivated 12 acres pasture with water $3,400.00 gas well rental revenue Rent from gas well will not be adjusted, but all surface rent paid after the closing date will be assigned to the Purchaser

NE 2-48-10-W4 145 acres cultivated 14 acres pasture and water Fenced

● Seller makes no warranties or representations about the property's size/measurement, condition or environmental status. ● Mineral rights are not included in the sale. ● For further information, contact Bob at (780) 842-7309. ● Purchaser must be a GST Registrant and shall be responsible for GST. ● No offers will be considered which are subject to financing. ● Bids will be considered on the total package, or by individual quarter section. The highest and/or any bid will not necessarily be accepted. If the successful bidder does not complete the purchase after the acceptance of the Tender, the deposit shall be forfeited. Cheques of unsuccessful bidders shall be returned to them. ● Tenders in sealed envelopes marked "Barss lands" are to be received by 10:00 a.m. on December 14, 2021 in the office of Nickerson Roberts Holinski & Mercer at 608 - 10 Street, Wainwright, AB, T9W 1 E2 and be accompanied by a certified cheque or bank draft in the amount of 5% of the value of the bid payable in trust to Nickerson Roberts Holinski & Mercer, Barristers and Solicitors.

The sale and full payment are to be completed March 15, 2022.

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Vegreville 4-H Beef Club Report

Corbyn Ziegler Club Reporter On November 7, the Vegreville 4-H Beef Club held their weigh-in for the steers they have chosen for this year’s project. There are 14 market beef members and four cleavers participating this year as well as four heifer projects. The event took place at Kisilevich Farms and the scale was provided by the County of Minburn. The Vegreville Veterinary Clinic provided the vaccines that the steers received and Kate Fullerton supplied the Ivomec. The Club would

like to show their appreciation towards Kate Fullerton, Vegreville Veterinary Clinic, County of Minburn and Kisilevich Farms. After weigh-in the club had their meeting to discuss and set dates for activities and events in the coming year, and all the members were assigned to a committee. Members will be making Christmas cards for senior homes in Vegreville, and will be out in the community helping the Vegreville Christmas Bureau. All the members are looking forward to another exciting year ahead!

Members of the Vegreville 4-H Beef Club at their weigh-in on Nov. 7. (Corbyn Ziegler/Submitted Photo)

COVID-19 STRATEGY - CONTINUED from PAGE 6 the limited ability of the vaccine. Failure to devise and implement such a strategy will condemn us to live in a repeating cycle of clamping and reopening. It will continue to: • weaken economies; • increase anxieties, family violence and mental health disorders; • augment unemployment; • keep deaths by overdose at high rates; • continue school closures, bankruptcies, restrictions on elective and not-so-elective procedures for chronic and other diseases; • maintain the focus of fear on COVID-19 that has caused more deaths than the virus. Adding to this are those who continue to dream of and push for a

global eradication of SARS-CoV-2. They drive the policies that subject us to lockdown cycles. They are far more dangerous than the virus itself. Marco Navarro-Genie is president of the Haultain Research Institute and senior fellow with the Frontier Centre for Public Policy

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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, Would you want to know if your late husband had received love letters from another woman? I don't know if I would. About a month ago I found some letters in a cedar chest I bought through the classifieds. The seller was a charming older woman who told me that the chest belonged to her late husband. When I brought it home, I discovered a hidden drawer in the bottom. I assume she didn't know it was there because neatly tucked inside was a stack of love letters addressed to her husband. I was all set to call her when I realized the name on the envelopes wasn't the woman I just bought the trunk from. I've been agonizing over this for weeks and still don't know what to do. What if she didn't know about her husband's affair? Would returning the letters be a tender reminder of her husband or cause a lot of unanswered questions?

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ters are a little more romantic than that. But your question raises a great moral dilemma. Do you return the letters and risk the chance of raising questions or just throw them away and move on. Carry: You should first realize that you have jumped to a lot of conclusions. By finding a few letters in an old trunk, you created an entire soap opera around this woman's life. There could be many scenarios other than her husband having an affair. The letters could be from a beloved friend, previous marriage, or some other harmless situation. Cash: However, you may want to refrain from reading the letters. I can only imagine it would fur-

ther confuse your decision of what to do. Carry: Cash and I have different perspectives on your find. Since the letters were included with the sale, I may lean toward just discarding them. Cash: However, I would take the time to mail them back to the seller with a little note explaining where I found them. They are of no real value to you, but they could be significant memories for her. Maybe she simply forgot the letters were there. Carry: As you can tell, there's really no right or wrong answer to your question. Regardless of what you decide, it could make a great episode for "Days of Our Lives."

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Reader Humor Go to Your Room

When is the last time you received a personal letter in the mail? Today's emailing, texting and twittering make the fine art of letter writing almost extinct. It's much easier to type a note than it is to write your thoughts on paper. It was only a few decades ago when letter writing was a primary method of communicating with loved ones. Now the only letters we receive are enticements from credit card companies. There's nothing more tantalizing about a letter that starts, "Dear Consumer".

I know things have changed since I was young, but I've tried to keep one tradition alive. If I broke a rule as a child, my mother would make me write her a one-page apology letter to make me contemplate what I did wrong. It worked so well that I tried it with my son when he misused the cell phone we gave him for emergencies. I sent him to his room and told him to not come out until he wrote me an apology. I realized how much things have changed when my cell phone rang a few minutes later. It was a text message that said, "Sorry Mom!"

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Dear Editor, One of my favorite songs which I play for my own enjoyment these days, was inspired by John Donne, an English poet: “No man is an island, no man stands alone, Each man’s joy is joy to me, each man’s grief is my own. We need one another, so I will

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ROSYPAL, Gordon April 14, 1968 - November 28, 2020 In Loving Memory of My Son Something will remind me I never know just when, It might be something someone says And it all comes back again. The times we spent together The happiness, the fun Once again I feel the pain Of life without my Son It’s said that time’s a healer I’m not sure this is true, There’s not a day goes by Son That I don’t cry for you. With Love Mom and Dad

LASCHOWSKI, Joseph In loving memory of Joseph Laschowski April 18, 1918 - November 23, 2009 Time slips by and life goes on But from our hearts you’re never gone. We think about you always, We talk about you too. We have so many memories But we wish we still had you. Forever in our hearts and sadly missed by: Wife Mary, Children, Grandchildren and GreatGrandchildren.

ROSYPAL, Gordon April 14, 1968 - November 28, 2020 I Miss You Always Brother My heart has been left broken Since the day you had to go And the memories I treasure dearly Are in the tears that still flow. You’re in my thoughts everyday And that’s how it will always be For you may be up in Heaven now But you’ll always be with me. If only I could have the chance To see your face once more Or to hear your voice one final time Just like it was before. The day that Heaven calls for me Will be a relief from all this pain I’ll run to you with open arms And we will meet again. Love your little sister Gail, Jorgen & family

ROSYPAL, Gordon April 14, 1968 - November 28, 2020 Dear Gordie, Remembering you is easy We do it everyday Missing you is the heartache That never goes away. We will hold you in our hearts forever Karen, Meagan, Caiden, Kian, Cali Mom, Dad, Mom Turko

BILYK, Edward November 28, 1991 In memory of a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Over the last 30 years we have thought of you often with love in our hearts, a smile reminding us what a special person you were to each one of us. We are so grateful for the example you set For us as a kind man, loving husband, wonderful dad and dido and a caring friend As your family continues to grow we share memories of you and how your life has impacted each of us for the better. We miss you so much but are thankful for the assurance that one day we will be reunited with you. Your loving wife Anne, children Audrey, Glenn (Teneke), Joe (Caren) 6 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren

Alexander 2019 SHUKALEK, Alex 1924 - 2014 In loving memory of our beloved husband, father and grandfather who passed away November 27, 2014 As long as we live, we cherish his name In memory we see him ever the same A beautiful memory more precious Than gold, Of a loved one whose worth can Never be told, Things have changed in many ways But one thing changes never, The memory of those happy days, When we were all together. Forever loved and deeply missed Love, wife Mary, children and grandchildren

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OLINECK, Mafty – July 2, 2003 OLINECK, Vera – November 29, 2016 Through tears, we saw you fading And we watched you pass away. It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone For part of us went with you, On the day God called you home. So many things have happened Since you were called away. So many things to share with you If you were here today. They say time heals all sorrow And helps us to forget But so far time has only shown We never will forget. Forever in our hearts and deeply missed by your Loving children Orest (Catherine) Olineck, Sylvia (George) Kupka, Patricia (Allan) Gee, Martha (Tom) Evans, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

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ORLESKI, Stephan “Steve” January 7, 1926 – November 23, 2021 It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Stephan “Steve” Orleski of Two Hills on November 23, 2021, at the age of 95 years. Steve is survived by his loving family, wife Olga; daughters Donna Soprovich, Barb Warawa (Russell) and Carol Orleski-Maiorana (Dennis); grandchildren Corey (Sandy) Warawa, Kelly (Jackie) Soprovich, Carlene Soprovich, Curtis (Allison) Soprovich and Kristen Maiorana; great-grandchildren Cameron, Casey, Hannah and Kane Soprovich; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Steve was predeceased by his parents Dmitro and Anna Orleski; infant sisters Marika and Stephania; siblings Pansy (Paul) Chmilar, John (Mary) Orleski, Michail Orleski and Mollie (Nestor) Baydala. A Public Viewing will be held on Sunday, November 28, 2021, from 3-5 p.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home in Vegreville, Alberta. In complying with Alberta’s Restriction Exemption Program, you will be required to provide proof of Vaccinations upon entry to the viewing : Alberta vaccine records with QR codes (paper or digital) or proof of a negative rapid COVID test taken within 72 hours of entry, or an original medical exemption letter along with photo ID. A Private Funeral Service will be held at the Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Church - Two Hills with Very Rev. Cornell Zubritsky and Fr. Peter Haugen officiating. Interment to follow in the St. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church Cemetery at Kaleland. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the St. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Orthodox Church - Kaleland, Two Hills Health Care Centre or to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800

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GAWRYLIUK, John In Loving Memory of John Gawryliuk 1937-2021 It is with deep sadness, that the family announce the passing of John Gawryliuk on November 15, 2021 at the age of 84. John is survived by his wife Karon, three sons Dwayne, Doug (Kim), Dean (Cynthia), six grandchildren, three great grandchildren and brother Steve. John was predeceased by his parents John and Pearl, siblings Nick, Mary and two children Jonny and Debbie. John was born in Willingdon Alberta he farmed and raised his family in the Shandro area before moving to Andrew Alberta then Clearwater BC and his final destination of Keremeos BC. Sincere thankyou to the Penticton Regional Hospital for all their compassionate care during John’s hospitalization. Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life with interment will follow at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the “Alberta Cancer Foundation c/o Cross Cancer Institute.”

LUCYK, William Basil October 10, 1931 – November 19, 2021 On Friday, November 19, 2021, William Lucyk of Edmonton, Alberta, formerly of Hilliard, passed away at the age of 90 years. William is survived by his loving family, daughter, Janice Lucyk; sons, Brian (Kathy), Robert (Brenda) and Garry; 7 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; brothers Joe (Mary) and Danny (Irene); sister-in-law Pearl Lucyk; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. William was predeceased by his wife Anne Lucyk; parents John and Josie Lucyk; brothers Steve, Alex (Vicky) and Harry. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800

LEWITSKI, William P. March 7, 1934 – November 22, 2021 On Monday, November 22, 2021, William P. Lewitski of Vegreville, Alberta, formerly of Myrnam passed away peacefully at the St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Vegreville, at the age of 87 years. William is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Maria; daughter Irene (Bruce) Sabados; son Myron (Jenna Stoyko) Lewitski; along with numerous step-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. William was predeceased by his parents Peter and Mary; son Peter; sisters Anne, Nancy and Rose. A private Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial will be held at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Vegreville, Alberta with the Basilian Fathers officiating. Interment to follow in the Bohdan Pokrowa Cemetery – Myrnam. Memorial donations may be made to the Holy Trinity Parish – Vegreville or to the charity of one’s choice. The family would like to extend heartfelt thanks to all the Doctors and staff at St. Joseph’s General Hospital in Vegreville, Glenrose Hospital, Mannville Long Term Care and the Vermilion Hospital for their care, support and compassion. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800

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Santa with his elves were filled with the holiday spirit as they gathered at the Second Annual Fill a Cruiser. This project is an initiative by the Town of Vegreville Municipal Enforcement THE RIGHT HONOURABLE Services Department, Vegreville RCMP, DON MAZANKOWSKI and AB Fish and Wildlife for the Vegreville Christmas Bureau. SCHOLARSHIPS The event was held from November 15 $2,000 to 20 at Walmart, Peavey Mart, Canadian Applica on deadline February 28, 2022. Tire and the Vegreville Stationary Parade at Vegreville Agricultural Grounds. For eligibility requirements and the Ken Podoborozny, Community Peace applica on form, please see your high Officer with the Town of Vegreville, school guidance counselor or visit the organized this project. He said donations University of Alberta, Augustana Campus are a bit low this year and they still need website: donations of toys, non-perishable food, www.ualberta.ca/augustana/alumniand monetary donations. and-giving/giving Ann Waters, a representative with the Vegreville Christmas Bureau, said the Fill a Cruiser project is completed for this year. The cut-off date for Christmas donations is December 10, but VCB will accept monetary donations any time.

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Vegreville Residents Request Cat Bylaw Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Enough is enough. That’s what two Vegreville residents say when it comes to dealing with cats who continually use their yards to urinate and defecate. Both Roy Mills and Anton Powley have written letters to the Town of Vegreville about the problem and are asking for the municipality to draft a cat bylaw to deal with the ongoing issue.

Mills said the problem has progressively worsened over the past few years. “This problem is centered around the large number stray cats and pet owners’ cats that continually use our yard and our neighbours’ yards to urinate and defecate. Pet owners in our area let their cats

roam free without regard for neighbours that have to contend with their cat’s filthy mess. We have tried to talk to the irresponsible pet owners but there has been absolutely no response to rectify the problem.” Mills said he’s spent more than $250 replacing plants that were dug up and replacing urine smelling dirt, buying pet repellents, and using moth balls. Even chicken wire has not prevented them from doing their business. “I believe a cat bylaw is necessary to encourage all these irresponsible cat owners to start assuming the responsibility for their pets. The licensing fees would help in the enforcement of this bylaw,” added Mills. He also provided copies of Cat Bylaws that are in place in Red Deer, Calgary, St. Paul and Vermilion. Powley expressed the same concerns and said he is tired of picking up after someone else’s pet. He outlined some of the measures he’s taken to deter the cats as well. He believes the town should have bylaws to deal with the problem. “Any amended or proposed bylaw should be expanded to not only include dogs, but cats. These bylaws, with enforcement would start making owners responsible.” The letters were presented at the Nov. 8 town council meeting. Councillor Taneen Rudyk said it is a difficult topic and that

D L SO they understand the concern of these individuals, but thought they need more time to digest the information they shared and to look into additional information. She recommended they refer the item back to administration. Mayor MacPhee said he would let Mr. Mills and Mr. Powley know that we will be taking a look at this issue probably closer to the end of the year. “I know

they’ve given four examples of communities and municipalities that have cat bylaws, and it’s a very hard bylaw to enforce, but when the neighbour can’t do the right thing and take care of their cats and look after them, I feel that we should be doing something here. We’ll come up with a plan that will work for our community. Just hold tight and we’ll get it done.”

Homelessness Task Force Established in Vegreville Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Homelessness is often viewed as an urban issue, but that is not the case. It is a growing problem in both urban and rural areas throughout the province. Tina Warawa, Chair of the Vegreville & District Family and Community Support Services, (FCSS) said it is a growing problem, and one many people don’t even realize. That is the main reason that a local Homelessness Task Force has been set up in the community. “What we’ve seen in our community is often people get driven from larger urban centres towards the smaller communities, sometimes because they are less expensive to live in. We’re seeing more and more homelessness and more people not realizing what it is either. A lot of people don’t even think it’s an issue in Vegreville. They don’t realize there are people living in the streets, there’s people living in their vehicles or there’s people a paycheck away from it. Nov. 2 was the first meeting of the Homelessness Task Force run through the FCSS with my role there. I wanted to highlight a couple of things in regards to the Homelessness Task Force. Number one was there needs to be an education component to the community because there is a lot of people who don’t necessarily realize what homelessness or the different categories that people can be and still be considered within the homelessness. That can include not just the thought of somebody who is physically out of their home, but also people that would be couch

surfing, overcrowding positions, and how quite often in small communities like ours we think that we don’t have this problem, but we might be closer to it than we realize.” Warawa said there is no emergency shelter in Vegreville. Prior to COVID-19 the Alberta Works Centre was open and could have dealt with some emergency funding. That office is closed, and Warawa wonders what can be currently done to assist with the need and demand for assistance. “One of the first steps we’re taking, both on the departmental side and from council, is that I’ve reached out to our MLA as well, because our number one thing we want to make sure is that isn’t a duplication of some programs that are in place. So, we need to know what the plan is. We know the timeline is getting close as the weather is getting colder. One of the main questions we’re asking is there a strategy for dealing with homelessness in our region, and if so, what is the strategy. The second wanting to know was with places like the Alberta Works Program not being an open walk in centre at this point, what is set up? A tentative meeting with Fort SaskatchewanVegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk has already been scheduled. Warawa, along with town council FCSS representative Justin Curtis will be in attendance at the meeting. Armstrong-Homeniuk said she is looking forward to hearing from the members of the task force. “This is something we would all like to address and I look forward to meeting with the group.”

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