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A total of 60 participants of all ages took part in the 2021 CIBC Run for the Cure at the Vegreville Rotary Peace Park on October 3. People of all ages walked and ran a total of five kilometres to raise funds for breast cancer research. The event was held in honour of Courtney Yakimetz who passed away from stage four breast cancer in June of this year. Run Coordinator Kendall Crowle is a member of the
team ‘The Rack Pack’. She explained, “We started the team the year Courtney was first diagnosed with breast cancer. It’s our third year with the team. We usually do the event in the city, to support my sister Courtney, but since she passed away recently, we decided to host it in Vegreville so her community could more easily participate. I have no affiliation with Run for the Cure. We just wanted to do something to honour Courtney. In future
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didn’t even eat garlic. “I didn’t like the taste of it.” But with a little persuasion from a friend, he decided to try growing it. Unfortunately, he planted the garlic in spring and they didn’t grow. However, that did not deter him, and he planted some later in the fall. He has grown accustomed to the taste and now uses it in most everything he makes. “Last year I had my best crop ever.” This year’s crop was good as well and yielded about 75 cloves of garlic. With the hot weather he did water them a lot to keep them healthy and continue to grow. In addition to being great in cooking, garlic also has a variety of health benefits. It is packed with vitamins and minerals and also holds a variety of medicinal proper-
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Remember the good old days? The days pre-pandemic when all we had to worry about was cancel culture? Back then, the only threat of Christmas being cancelled was by “progressives” and their need to cancel anything that wasn’t plant based and worthy of a huge group hug. Now, unfortunately, we have much more to worry about now that Thanksgiving has passed. There’s the global energy crunch, supply chain interruptions, logistics challenges and of course, the pandemic. These and other factors are very much intertwined and are now threatening to cancel Christmas. I’m not sure if the better analogy is dominoes or a house of cards, but the process seems to have started. Despite a projected 7% - 9% increase in holiday spending, the world is collectively looking at cancelling Christmas. Large retailers who normally start their Christmas marketing after American and UK Thanksgiving on November 25, have already started. To add insult to foreboding injury, the UK is experiencing a carbon dioxide shortage which their largest poultry supplier has stated will affect the supply of turkeys for Christmas. This is in part due to energy shortages playing a part in fertilizer plant shut downs whose by-product is CO2. No turkeys? The end must be near.
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There are already gaps in shelves in the UK as numerous other factors have created shortages and the resulting panic buying. Many UK tomato and cucumber farms have shut down over energy shortages and supermarkets have stated they may start rationing meat prior to Christmas. Logistics snarls are adding to the challenges everywhere and are not limited to Christmas. Since we are so dependent on off-shore sources for so many things, the delicate balance of logistics challenges often have a ripple effect. We first saw this in March when the Ever Given container ship ran aground in the Suez Canal blocking shipping lanes for six days. Some importers have stated that in addition to delays, shipping costs have seen up to a ten-fold increase in the past six months. According to the Daily Mail, pre-Covid, the cost of shipping a container from China to the US’s West Coast via a shared-cargo ship was roughly $1,300. Today, that cost has risen exponentially, with the cost of transporting one container by these means being roughly $35,000. In response, Target, Walmart and Home Depot have turned to chartering their own ships in an attempt to mitigate at least part of the logistics delays. This leaves small companies at a significant disadvantage and some have already started to go out of business. Rail delays add to the mess. Even some candies will not be found for the season. Like a really good bad movie, we can’t stop watching the COVID pandemic. As usual, it likely will throw a wrench into life and our Christmas plans as well. In one case, a container ship was delayed three months after a crew member tested positive adding to the logistics nightmare that is evolving. Depending on how people celebrate Thanksgiving, we may see another surge before Christmas. Recent news has also reported various Christmas events already being cancelled. Auckland New Zealand has cancelled their Christmas event, the Backstreet Boys cancelled their Christmas shows in Las Vegas, the Salvation Army in Maple Ridge, BC has canceled their drivethru feast and cruise lines have already cancelled their Christmas and New Year’s sailings as have airlines cancelled many holiday flights. Parades, parties, and many other events add to the list. Even with all the challenges we face, Christmas will only be cancelled if we let it. The true meaning of Christmas is not about the latest gadget or a massive turkey. If there is anything the pandemic has shown us is that there are more important things in life. Not everyone has learned this lesson yet, but eventually it may sink in. For others, I would argue the more enlightened among us, Christmas, regardless of ones beliefs is like many other holidays. It is a time to be with close people, be they family or friends, to enjoy their company and be thankful for what we do have. Christmas will carry on! Just don’t wait until the last minute. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
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Positive Economic News in Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville Constituency Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk Submitted The positive economic news in Fort Saskatchewan just keeps rolling in! Dow Inc. announced on Wednesday that it plans to build a net-zero carbon emissions ethylene and derivatives facility right here in Fort Saskatchewan. Ethylene is something used in making plastics, clothing, and many other daily use items. According to news reports, the expansion is expected to triple production, while also retrofitting to achieve net-zero. Premier Jason Kenney has mentioned
that he, and members of cabinet have been working closely with Dow’s senior leadership team since 2019. We know that a key part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan involves diversifying the economy and as Premier Kenney has mentioned, petrochemicals is a major part of that puzzle. I have more good news to share with you! Transportation Minister Rajan Sawhney and Labour and Immigration Minister Tyler Shandro announced the second phase of the Driving Back to Work grant is now open for applications. Our government is investing $5 million,
which will give 500 Albertans an opportunity to obtain their class 1 license. As Minister Shandro pointed out, it is aimed at helping to address a labour shortage in the trucking industry. The grant will put $9,000 towards the cost of the MELT program, which prospective truck drivers need to take before taking their commercial carrier road test. Helping people add to their skillsets is a big part of the Alberta Recovery Plan. Lastly, a major issue our government wants to take on is elder abuse. The first part of the plan of this critical work is
Driving Back to Work $5 Million Grant Announced Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville
I have some great news to share with you on the topic of economic recovery. Transportation Minister Rajan Sawhney and Labour and Immigration Minister Tyler Shandro announced the second phase of the Driving Back to Work grant is now open for applications. Our government is investing $5 million, which will give 500 Albertans an opportunity to obtain their Class 1 licence. I think this is a win-win because it will help those who are unemployed get back into the workforce. As Minister Shandro pointed out, it will also help address a labour shortage in the
trucking industry. The grant will put $9,000 towards the cost of the MELT program, which prospective truck drivers need to take before taking their commercial carrier road test. Many jobs which were lost due to the pandemic have since returned to our economy. Especially in our rural communities, we need truck drivers. They transport our food, our supplies and the list goes on and on. The need is there for class 1 drivers and our government is prepared to help anyone interested get on the road. This is another key component of the Alberta Recovery Plan. If you are interested in applying, google “Driving Back to Work grant”.
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90 Years Ago – October 14, 1931
Threshing in the Hairy Hill district has started on the second day of this month after long and weary waiting for the grain to dry up. Sam Lisogor, the postmaster in Hairy Hill, is fixing up the north wing of the building used by N. Sandulak as a garage, recently bought from the Alberta Lumber Co. for the post office. The building will be opened in about two weeks. A couple of coal mine prospectors were seen in Hairy Hill, going over to Alex Mandryk’s farm where a dozen or so holes were drilled by two different previous prospectors who were forced to abandon the idea of opening up the mine on account of two much water. The staff of the “Lavoy News” is busy preparing the first issue of the high school newspaper which will be circulated on October 15th. The paper will be printed on the 15th of each month. You may obtain your copy from Clarence Kittle at 5c per copy.
75 Years Ago – October 9, 1946
Alberta Farmers’ Union pickets were withdrawn from highways and district market roads Monday after 30 days of activity that frequently was marked by violence. Interference with the flow of agricultural produce to market ceased as the farmer’s strike came to an end. Pte. Bill Brinton of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment, returned recently form overseas and is now visiting his uncle Charlie and family east of town. The highest export prices for Canadian wheat in 26 years was announced by the Canadian wheat board when it increased Durum wheat from 15 to 19 cents over export prices of straight grades. “Every Canadian member of an international labor union should remember that each day his plant is closed is a day gained by a producing American plant in the race for postwar markets,” warns a Financial Post editorial. “And in the export of manufactures and processed products, Canada’s major competitor in the United States.” It is a startling and a melancholy commentary on the state of the world that over one quarter of the United States’ new budget will be devoted to defence. Of $41 billion voted by Congress for the year which began July 1 last the War and Navy Departments get $11 billion.
50 Years Ago – October 14, 1971
Five incumbents were returned to council in Vegreville in Wednesday’s polling while a newcomer to civic politics, Oleh Sokoluk, will replace former member Bruce Bird at the council table. Following a recommendation from the Member Boards, the Elk Island Region School Authorities Association has rejected the Memo of Agreement relative to negotiations on the teachers’ collective agreement. The reason for the rejection was the inconsistent increment structure in the graduate years of the 1972 salary schedule. Hail caused more than the usual amount of damage to grain crops in Alberta this year according to the Alberta Hail and Crop Insurance Corporation. Losses paid under its hail program totalled just over $2,700,000, more than double the indemnities paid in 1970 and nearly triple those of 1969. Indemnities have been paid to 1809 policyholders. Not only were hail losses heavier but Alberta farmers carried more insurance on their crops this year. Work began this week on 4,000 ft. of sidewalk being installed in Vegreville this fall. West End Concrete of Edmonton are doing the work expected to take about ten days to complete. Allan Robert commented on the volleyball play at VCHS. “The games were fine and the crowd was very enthusiastic. I would like to see more fans come out to help boost the teams’ victories. The enthusiastic crowd and the fine play by all teams was very exciting.
25 Years Ago – October 15, 1996
Harvest kicked into full gear last week throughout the area as the rain finally stopped long enough for some of the crops to start drying out. As of Thursday it was estimated that farmers had about 25 to 35% of their crop off. But sunshine and warmer temperatures over the long weekend saw many farmers catching up. Vegreville Mayor Dave Kucheraway won the Mayor’s Challenge at the Smoky Lake Pumpkin Fair held recently. This 234 pound beauty was grown by the Alberta Environment Centre and easily beat out the St. Paul and Smoky Lake mayors’ entries. Hart Cantelon, chairman of the Akasu Palliative Care Council presented a video to Janet Kolisniak, director of the Vegreville public library. The video tells the story of an Edmonton filmmaker who is a cancer survivor. About 23 curlers took in a curling clinic at the Vegreville Heather Curling Club. Hazel Rodwell covered many of the finer points of the sport, including sliding, turns, and sweeping.
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Canada Needs to Take Alberta’s Equalization Grievances Seriously Franco Terrazzano Canadian Taxpayers Federation
Alberta’s referendum on equalization is more than a vote on a federal program: it’s an urgently needed conversation about a deep crack in Confederation. So far, Canada has ignored the problem and the rift has grown. Now a referendum yes vote will push federal and provincial governments to the negotiation table. So, let’s talk. All Canadians have struggled with the pandemic for the last year and a half, but our prairie friends have been dealing with economic hardships for the last six-plus years. The 2014 oil price collapse sent Alberta’s economy into a tailspin. By March 2016, about 100,000 oil patch jobs were lost. In 2018, the tough times were still being felt around Alberta kitchen tables. Dwayne, a manager in Alberta’s oil industry, shared a haunting tale with a Calgary morning radio show. “I have to lay off 25 percent of my workforce right before Christmas,” Dwayne revealed in 2018. “I love my guys, but I have to lay off 25 percent. They’re going home to tell their wives tonight that Christmas is over. We’ve taken a pay cut so we can keep as many people employed as we can and today, I have to break people’s hearts. “This is the worse day of my life.” Only a few months before the pandemic, the economic hardships were still being felt. “Outside the Calgary headquarters, cabs were lined up to take people home as they filed out with their belong-
ings,” reported CBC following layoffs at Husky Energy in 2019. Canadian politicians made the tough times tougher. During Alberta’s downturn, the feds rejected the Northern Gateway pipeline, moved the regulatory goalposts on Energy East, imposed a No More Pipelines Law and discriminatory tanker ban and watched from the sidelines while the United States pulled the plug on the Keystone XL pipeline. In British Columbia, politicians pledged to “employ every tool available” to block Alberta pipelines. In Quebec, Premier François Legault called Alberta’s oil “dirty energy” and said there’s “no social acceptability” for another oil pipeline. Despite the open hostility to Alberta’s economic driver, the prairie province continued to punch above its weight for Canada. Between 2015 and 2018, Alberta taxpayers paid $73 billion more to the feds than they received back in spending. This year, equalization alone will cost an Alberta family of four $2,600. On Oct. 18, Albertans will vote in a province-wide equalization referendum. A goal of the referendum is to bring these legitimate grievances to kitchen tables coast to coast. The way the feds treated Alberta is unfair, and remedies are needed. But there are other reasons for provinces to rethink the equalization and natural resource status quo. Canada needs taxpayer-friendly ways to recover our economy, such as removing roadblocks to Canadian natural resource development. Since 2014, $215 billion worth of Canadian resource projects have been stalled or cancelled in part because of governments, according to Secondstreet.org. About
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There is now a new gazebo that is available for everyone to enjoy at Vegreville Elks/Kinsmen Park (Pysanka Park). This new building has a heritage style roof which represents the early roofing styles of Eastern European houses, except in the olden days when the roofs were originally made of straw. George Childs, Exalted Ruler for Vegreville Elks Lodge No. 143, said Vantage Builders started building this gazebo around August 20, 2021. “The Elks wanted to have a gazebo at the park where the Pysanka Market is because someone suggested it would be nice for people to have a place to get out of the sun and maybe have a picnic over there or have a place to relax while they are at the park,” stated Childs. Orest Olineck, Treasurer for Elks Lodge, added that having a sheltered area to enjoy a small gathering while engaging in the park’s amenities will no doubt be very attractive to the thousands of visitors who come to the site in both summer and winter. “Food trucks parking near here during the summer should experience an economic benefit as visitors
would not have to ignore them or rush to their cars during somewhat unfavorable weather conditions. The gazebo will be maintained and operated by the Elks as a continuing obligation to keep the park attractive and accessible to the general public. Both the Alberta Government and the Alberta Elks Foundation contributed funds to this gazebo. On October 5, MLA for Fort SaskatchewanVegreville, Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk presented a Community Facility Enhancement Program Grant to Vegreville Elks Lodge to be used towards this gazebo. “I believe it is important to fund this gazebo because it will be a good addition to this park because of all the tourism and activities going on here,” Homeniuk said. Present at this official opening were: MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville, Jackie ArmstrongHomeniuk, Exalted Ruler, George Childs, Allen Kornicki, Elks Park Committee President, Stacey Mynzak, Vice-President for Elks Lodge, Kevin Lesoway, member of Elks Lodge, Bernie Florkow, Secretary-Treasurer for Elks Park, Orest Olineck, Treasurer for Elks Lodge, Nick Seniuk, member of Elks
Lodge, Bill Smolak, Secretary for Elks Lodge, Robert Bennett, Past Exalted Ruler for Elks Lodge, and Cory Batog, Salesperson for Vantage Builders. Batog said they were very happy to see the Elks Club make something as nice as this in Pysanka Park and they hope it will serve the community for years to come. Vegreville Elks Lodge No. 143 is one of more than 250 lodges throughout Canada and it is committed to assisting children with stuttering and hearing issues. The service organization also gives back to the community where it is needed, serves many other community groups and offers support programs for children and seniors.
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Vegreville & District Food Grains Growing Project Submitted On September 20th, harvest of the Vegreville & District Food Grains Growing Project was completed. Despite the intense heat and dry weather earlier in the growing season, over 4,600 bushels of canola was harvested from the 118 acre parcel. Thanks to strong grain prices, and the fact that nearly all of the costs of growing the crop were donated, over $75,000 from the Vegreville growing project will be contributed to the Canadian Food Grains Bank’s efforts to end global hunger. Since its inception in 2001, the Vegreville growing project has raised over $725,000. The Canadian Food Grains Bank is a
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partnership of 15 Canadian churches working together to end global hunger. Donations to the Food Grains Bank are matched by the federal government. The funds raised are used to provide emergency food in times of crisis for people in the developing world, and to fund longer term development projects to increase food security. In a year where COVID19 has interrupted supply chains around the world, this food aid is more important than ever. More information about the Canadian Food Grains Bank is available at foodgrainsbank.ca or by contacting a member of the local organizing committee. Cash donations towards the Vegreville growing project, or to the Food Grains Bank directly, are always gratefully accepted.
Thank You! The Vegreville & District Food Grains Growing Project is truly a community effort. The organizing commi ee would like to thank everyone who contributed to the project in 2021.
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Dr. Timothy Nawrot – half market-rate land rent Corteva – dona on of canola seed for 118 acres Bayer – cash dona on AFSC – complimentary hail insurance Crop Management Network – fer lizer dona on Bilyk Brothers (Easy B's) – floa ng sulfur fer lizer Grainland Farms – fer lizer dona on Woodwynn Farm – fer lizer dona on Terry James – spraying, fer lizer dona on Achtymichuk Farms – seeding, fer lizer dona on, harves ng Nutrien Ag Solu ons – herbicide dona on Viterra Vegreville – purchased canola tough with no drying charges Kyle Bodnarchuk – project treasurer In 2020-21, the Canadian Food Grains Bank helped over 300,000 people in 18 countries. It has been recognized as one of the top 10 impact charities in Canada. Donations to the local growing project or to the national project are always appreciated. For further information contact the local organizing committee: Terry James, Steven Achtymichuk or Kyle Bodnarchuk.
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Lavoy Area Farm Family Celebrate Successes Big and Small loves to analyze all of the information he collects over the course of a year. He, along with his father Wayne, are always looking a new and innovative ways of farming, which keeps things fresh. Farming is less physically demanding but far more technologically advanced than in previous generations. “There are more tools and resources to be successful but higher costs.” Daryl is very fortunate that his great grandfather Thomas, his grandpa Floyd, and his father Wayne have built an excellent foundation for him to be successful in his own farming operation. There are many things to enjoy, and he especially loves the scenery and wildlife that surround him. Even though farming is a business, “Being born and raised on the farm is something I know and understand and enjoy.” Daryl has a Bachelor of Science Degree in Agronomy and utilizes all of his knowledge and experience to produce the best product possible. Wayne, Daryl and Tanya. (Michelle Pinon/Photos) As more and more people become further removed from the farm, he said it’s important to share that knowledge with people. “We like to share what we do as less and less people know what Michelle Pinon we do.” News Advertiser Daryl said he learned a lot about the farm history when he was researching to apply Farming has been a way of life in the Tuck family for over 105 years in Alberta. for the Century Farm Award the family received in 2016. In many respects Daryl feels There have been many significant changes; especially in the way of technology. humbled to be able to continue this way of life and looks forward to all of the promise Daryl Tuck explained what some of those changes are and what farming has meant to the future holds for him and his family. him and his family who’ve lived off the land for several generations. On Sept. 30 the Vegreville News Advertiser caught up with Daryl, his wife Tanya, and his father Wayne, who were harvesting canola on a 320-acre field in the Lavoy area. It was late afternoon. Daryl, who was running the grain cart, emerged from the tractor with a broad and welcoming smile. He pointed to the stem of the canola plant that was green a third of the way up explaining that it didn’t fully develop, and when it rained one and a half inches in the first week of September, it started regrowing. “It was an unnatural situation on this field.” Even though the combine is not designed to handle that, they tried to compensate as best they could by straight cutting at a higher setting to avoid most of the green undergrowth. Since the ground is very uneven, Daryl said it was hard to maintain precision because it wasn’t flat. Fortunately, they planted another variety of canola on a different part of the field which was not green, and was easier to harvest. Overall, Daryl said they would get 50 percent less in yield this year, but he was grateful they would be able to get the crop off a little earlier because of the excellent weather conditions. Daryl explained that he “forward prices” his crops. Because of that, most of what is produced will be sold at a lower price than the current market price. For example, last year canola could be presold for this fall for $11 per bushel and instead, could have been sold now for $20 per bushel. On the flip side, however, he is guaranteed a price; and he is guaranteed that he will be able to deliver his product to the elevator, which is normally good because he has limited storage capacity for his grain. Altogether, the Tuck family farms 3,200 acres of land. Daryl pointed out that they rent a fair amount of the land. There is always a silver lining, and Daryl said he is very fortunate that his father has taught him to celebrate the small successes. Every crop and every year are different. For the most part they rely on Mother Nature for their livelihood. What is in their control is what crops to plant, how much of each crop to plant, and what to use for crop inputs. Daryl said they always follow regular crop rotations to help prevent certain diseases and pests. Besides canola, they plant hard red spring wheat and field peas. Some years they experiment with other crops. Daryl said he enjoys crop planning, the financial aspects of the operation, and the mechanical end of things so he can problem solve hands on. He conducts extensive research and
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• Ensure communication with our citizens & businesses to maintain a transparent relationship. • Positively promote Vegreville to attract people and business to our community • Strongly advocate for our seniors to make sure their voices are heard • Address the social needs of our community • A Positive Voice for Vegreville Town Council • I will promote Positive team work • Proud to be a Volunteer email: electlenbullockveg2021@gmail.com
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equalization - CONTINUED from PAGE 6 $140 billion of that occurred outside of Alberta. A taxpayer-friendly recovery is certainly needed given the $1-trillion federal debt. Equalization continues to douse more red ink on the nation’s finances. When equalization was first created in 1957, it was $1.3 billion (2021 dollars). It now costs $21 billion, a 1,500 percent increase. Despite the massive cost increase, is there any evidence that any province is fundamentally better off? Equalization harms taxpayers in provinces that receive the money because it allows politicians to rely on external tax dollars and less on solid policies to grow their own economies. Even politicians receiving equalization, such as New Brunswick’s Blaine Higgs and Legault in Quebec, have acknowledged this perverse reality. Alberta’s referendum will fuel a much-needed conversation around equalization and natural resource development. As with any troubled relationship, silence can only increase the trouble. It’s in the best interest of all provinces to kick start this conversation. Franco Terrazzano is the Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.
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Equalization Referendum Question Put to Voters Oct. 18 Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk was asked to provide some information on equalization as it will be a question on the ballot for voters to answer during the municipal election Oct. 18. The actual question reads: Should Section 36(2) of the Constitution Act, 1982 – Parliament and the government of Canada’s commitment to the principle of making equalization payments – be removed from the Constitution? • A “YES” vote means that you support the removal of Section 36(2) from the Constitution Act, 1982, ending the practice of equalization payments. • A “NO” vote means that you support keeping Section 36(2) in the Constitution Act, 1982, continuing the practice of equalization payments. Armstrong-Homeniuk said, “Every referendum ever held is non-binding. For example, had Quebecers voted yes for sovereignty in 1995, it would not have simply became its own jurisdiction the next day. However, that vote was close and sent a strong message to Ottawa. The more people who vote yes on the question of equalization, the stronger the message to the federal government that Albertans are
angry with the unfairness of that formula. It would compel the Ottawa government to negotiate with our government. Equalization is a federal program that transfers money from wealthy provinces to “have-not” provinces to fund their services. An Alberta family of four will pay $2,700 on average into the program. Quebec is considered a have-not province and they receive the most from this program than any other province. Yet, Quebec can balance its budget. I don’t think that is fair and many Albertans don’t think it is fair, especially when we were struggling with our economy. Albertans are generous and are happy to support other Canadians but this formula hurts Alberta.”
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Innisfree, Mannville, Percy Lake Colony, Creighton Colony I commit to working on behalf of our community to establish and promote: 4 HIGH QUALITY RURAL EDUCATION 4 EFFECTIVE INVOLVEMENT &COMMUNICATION WITH CONSTITUENTS 4 THE DEVELOPMENT OF LOCAL POLICIES & PROGRAMS THAT RESPOND TO LOCAL NEEDS
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I am determined to be the link between our community, the decision-making process, and other elected officials, while supporting Vegreville on its journey to being a place where all citizens feel included, supported and economically sustained.
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I am a ratepayer who deals with the same issues and concerns as you do everyday, and who understands. When we relate and communicate openly about the issue at hand, that's when we can build a better Division 4. I do not believe the campaign ends after the vote. There is a full term in which we should engage with the constituents, listening to their issues and ideas as to where they would like to see the county advance. Please consider supporting me on October 18th.
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The main street paving project is complete. Crews with E Construction were busy this past week finishing up the project that took several months to complete. (Michelle Pinon/Photos)
Growth ● Encouraging new businesses ● Enhancement of tourism ● Growing community desirability Inclusion ● Ensuring the residents are heard ● Bridging the generational gap ● Meeting the needs of our seniors ● Promoting cultural events Sustainability ● Execute initiatives ● Working within the budget ● Plan for the future
“We need to continue to help grow Vegreville into a vibrant and desirable place to live for the young and old alike.”
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Nature Sprouts Program Promotes Environmental Awareness VOTE
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Children listen to professionals as they give instructions and read stories. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Kalyna Family Resource NetworkVegreville offered their third fall session of the Nature Sprouts program at Vegreville Elks/Kinsmen Park on September 27. Tasha Homeniuk, Hub Coordinator for Kalyna Family Resource Network, said that for this and every one of their Nature Sprouts programs that run for four weeks in the fall, winter, spring and summer, KFRN partners with Vegreville Centennial Library. “We seasonally offer a session of Nature Sprouts that supports learning and understanding the indigenous culture. Every session of Nature Sprouts promotes environmental awareness.
The activities we had available for the children on September 27 were based on the Seven Sacred Teachings: Love is the gift from the Eagle, Respect is the gift from the Bison, The Bear carries courage, Honesty is carried by the Sabe (Sasquatch), the Beaver carries wisdom, the Wolf carries humility, the Turtle carries truth. The activities we had available were singing songs, reading stories, parachute play, crafts, nature walk, and snacks. These fun learning activities were planned to enhance the five areas of child development: Communication and General Knowledge, Language and Thinking Skills, Physical Health and Well-Being, Social Competence, and Emotional Maturity.”
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Having spent my whole life in the County of Minburn, I have deep ties to the rural communities as well as the urban centres within the county. This gives me a great understanding when dealing with concerns within the county as to the long term effects my decisions will have for current and future residents of the county. These past 4 years have been a great learning experience and I look forward to putting all I have learned to good decision making in the next 4 years. The time spent collaborating with council as well as staff in the county have helped in making well informed decisions to further the viability of the county. I was elected deputy reeve by council at the end of 2020 which has given me more responsibility and experience in a leadership role which I will carry on in upcoming years. Thank you for any past and future support!
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Winter Tires are Recommended but not Mandatory in Alberta Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent At the present time, Alberta has not mandated winter tires for vehicles during the winter months. Claudia Kasprzyk-Galus, Communication Administrator for Alberta Transportation, said, “While it is not legislated, Alberta Transportation recommends Albertans use winter tires in severe winter conditions for improved traction and OUNTY OF control. INBURN Winter weather conditions vary greatly in Alberta and places such as Medicine Hat have much less snow than Jasper. Ultimately, drivers are
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Motorists Reminded of School Bus Safety Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Recently, Leduc RCMP received multiple complaints of motorists driving past stopped school busses when
they are required to stop. Even though these incidents happened in a larger center, it can just as easily happen in smaller towns and villages. In fact, several complaints were lodged recently with Vegreville RCMP with motorists speeding through the school zone along Secondary Highway 855 in Mundare. Leduc RCMP stated, “We would like to remind all drivers of school bus safety practices when school buses are stopped with their yellow or red lights flashing: • When you see a school bus, assume children will be around and take extra care - leave lots of space around the bus; • When the bus turns on the flashing yellow lights - this means it is about to stop to pick up children. Slow down and prepare to stop; • When the bus turns on the flashing red lights - this means STOP in BOTH directions. Never pass a school bus with flashing red lights in either
Citizens reveal what They Think is the Most Important Road Safety Tip Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
When I asked citizens of Vegreville and area what they felt was the most important road safety tip, I received the following responses. Holly Svandrlik said that there is a switch by the steering wheel that turns on a blinker to let others know you are turning a certain direction!
west of Rocky Mountain Equipment) and the vehicle approaching on the highway east bound, was consistently in my blind spot. There must be some correlation between speed and the angle of approach at that intersection. Given the circumstances, I’ve made it a habit to now physically lean ahead and look both ways much more then once. It is better to stay safe than be sorry.” Scott Schieck said, “Don’t assume a pickup truck with a trailer on can stop or maneuver the same way your little car can. If I have a loaded trailer, I need more room to stop, at least a couple car lengths so if you pull in OIL CHANGES WHEEL ALIGNMENT there then slam on the COMPLETE MECHANICAL SERVICES brakes you’re putting everyone involved in jeopardy. Brianne Giles mentioned 5805 Birch Avenue that drivers should know Vegreville, AB the four-way stop rules. 780-632-6188
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Run for the cure - CONTINUED from front PAGE years we hope to have an event to raise more awareness for stage four breast cancer to support those battling it and to bring awareness. The Breast Cancer Gene, (BRCA) mutation gives you a high risk 80 percent plus of developing breast cancer and a high risk of ovarian cancer.
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My sister and I did genetic testing after her first breast cancer diagnosis and found out we are both BRCA 1+. We raised $4,589.40 for Run for the Cure where the money goes towards breast cancer research. We wanted to bring awareness to stage four metastatic breast cancers as well as raise additional funds that will be donated to METAvivor organization which donates funds directly to helping those with stage four cancer.” My sister, Courtney’s goal was to raise awareness and education for breast cancer, especially stage four,
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incurable cancer and the BRCA gene mutation. In the future, we hope to honour her by continuing her dream and we
encourage everyone to continue to fight for breast cancer treatments, research and supports.” Jamie Wasylciw, Customer Service Representative for CIBC Vegreville Branch, said every year, CIBC has a really big silent auction where they donate all the proceeds to CIBC Run for the Cure. “The donations from the silent auction are all made by local businesses. This is just what our branch does, all other branches of CIBC do different things for this event. I believe it has been over 25 years that CIBC Branch in Vegreville has been involved with this.”
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Wireless Internet Technician VM Systems has an opening for a Wireless Internet Technician. This position is casual or part time with the option of permanent full time for the right person. Independent contractors will also be considered. Location: Vegreville based - 70% In the field, travel required. Skill Requirements: ! Grade 12 Education, ! Drivers License, ! Ability To Work At Heights, ! Experience With Hand Tools, ! Basic Computer Skills, ! Ability To Use Troubleshooting Equipment, ! Good Problem Solving, ! Self Motivated, ! Good Command Of The English Language. Type of Work: Servicing and monitoring of internet services. Installation and maintenance of wireless transmission hardware including radios, dishes and cables. All associated record keeping and paperwork. Must be bondable and be able to pass security clearances. Fall Protection will be required. Please apply with resume by fax or email to: VM Systems. hr@vm-systems.com Fax 1-780-801-2628
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Re-Elect Berry ‘Open and Honest’ obtaining grants and planning for the future. David Berry Submitted I believe to attract new business, and new residents, our I grew up in the agricultural town of Innisfail, community must be ready with fully serviced commercial, helping my dad with his painting business and my industrial and residential areas. Development is underway relatives on the farm. After university, I worked with with the 75th Street Business Park, Prosperity Industrial Park, Alberta Fish and Wildlife for 32 years—conducting Foxview Estates, plus expansion of parks and walking trails. fisheries research studies, running the Walleye Businesses in Vegreville are expanding, building and opening. Enhancement Program, and working in Headquarters Vegreville is now on the map with thousands of tourists comas the Provincial Recreational Fisheries Specialist. ing to visit Pysanka Days, the Agricultural Fair, our famous I was a single parent of two teenagers for several Pysanka, and our Vegreville Corn Maze. years before I met my wife, Shelley, 27 years ago. I will continue to support improved services for seniors. I Now, I’m a retired senior and grandparent—and we will lobby the Provincial Government for more seniors’ have a wonderful daughter attending St. Mary’s. extended care and long-term care right here in Vegreville. I Moving to Vegreville twelve years ago was a family will continue to support Family and Community Social choice to raise Britney here, and to be closer to my Services and Vegreville Transportation Services. And, I will wife’s family. continue to promote affordable recreational, cultural and Growing up, my family taught me the importance social activities. Natural areas, green spaces, walking trails, of community and the need to support community. and activities are important for our physical and mental health. While living in Edmonton I gained community Our council meetings are now streamed live to you the experience as President of the Pinetree Condominium public. And to further ensure transparency, improvements Association, President of the Lakewood Community were made to the Town web-site, Facebook page and weekly League, Member of the Mill Wood’s Presidents “Talk of the Town” broadcasts and communications—all to Council, Director with the Mill Woods Soccer inform you the Association, Director with the Mill Woods Hockey public on impor(David Berry/Submitted Photo) Association, Director with the Mill Woods Little tant matters. I League Baseball Association, and coach for soccer, hockey and baseball. While in will continue to support transparency and Vegreville I coached soccer for three years with Shelley, who is still an active coach public engagement. and director with the Vegreville Minor Soccer Association. We are also active volunWe must not forget that a community’s of the teers within the community. Vegreville Cultural Association strength comes from its citizens and Help Us With Our July 1, 2 & 3, 2022 Festival For the past eight years it has been my privilege to be on Town Council. In addition Vegreville is getting stronger and more Wednesday, October 20, 2021 to Council meetings I currently sit on various boards and committees: M.D. Minburn diverse. I have the experience, training, 7:00 p.m. Foundation (Homestead Lodge), St. Joseph’s Hospital Community Board, Vegreville and determination to serve you and your With COVID-19 Protocol Transportation Services, Northern Lights Library System, Vermilion River Watershed best interests. I’m asking for your support Cultural Centre 4737 - 45 Avenue Alliance, Assessment Review Board, and Vegreville Corn Maze Committee. I also and your vote to Re-Elect BERRY, so I can New Members Welcome attend conferences for Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, Alberta Seniors & continue to serve this great community. Community Housing Association, and Federation of Canadian Municipalities. I have taken Municipal Elected Officials Training, Emergency Preparedness Training, Economic Development Workshops, Library Trustee Training, and Principles of Assessment and Administrative Law. I’m proud of the work our Council achieved. Our Council moved Vegreville in the right direction—to be on the verge of achieving growth and prosperity. To change direction now would risk going backwards. By focusing on priorities our Council achieved cost savings while maintaining the upkeep of infrastructure and essential services. Our Council kept property taxes at near zero increases and helped small business in difficult times. I will continue to support spending controls, cost savings,
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Shelley Daskaluk Celebrates 35 Year Anniversary at ATB Financial Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
Shelley Daskaluk. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo) Senior Citizen Sunshine Club of Vegreville 4630 - 49 St. Vegreville. Ph: 780-632-2624. Hall/Room Rentals; Catering; Floor Curling; Pool Tables; Entertainment; Canasta; Whist. Birthday Club Breakfast 4th Sunday of the month. Jam With Us every 4th Friday of the month. A FUN PLACE FOR SENIORS FAMILIES & FRIENDS. New members 50+ welcome. Alberta Health Services ALBERTA HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM has a variety of workshops available in the Vegreville area! Weight Wise, Craving Change, Diabetes the Basics and Better Choices, Better Health. Call 1-877-314-6997 for more information and to register. All classes will take place at the Vegreville Community Health Centre (5318-50 Street) Vegreville Food Bank Is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 Maple Street and is open every two weeks by appointment from 10am – noon. Phone 780-632-6002 or email: vegfoodbank93@gmail.com Vegreville Rotary Peace Park Bookings please call Vegreville News Advertiser 780632-2861. Oil Wives Club of Vegreville. A smile. A handclasp. A word of welcome. Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around or over 60 years. We are here for any woman whose partner (or she herself) is involved with in any way in the Oil & Gas Industry. We meet once a month to foster friendship. Please call Ellen @ 780-632-4922 for more information. Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare). Please visit the Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare) this summer to see its latest exhibit, “Peter Lipinski: Large and Small Canvases,” along with an ongoing display devoted to Bp. Budka in Canada. The museum is open Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm and weekends, July and August, 1-5pm. Vegreville Regional Museum. Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has
On October 1, 2021, Shelley Daskaluk, Senior Customer Service Representative, (SCSR) for ATB Financial celebrated 35 years of dedicated service to the customers at the Vegreville Branch. Daskaluk said she was born and raised in Vegreville and she stayed in town and worked at this same branch. “I liked working in the banking industry right when I started my job because I enjoyed interacting with customers, working with people, helping them with their banking needs, trying to find the best solution to help them understanding banking better, and show them all the products and services we offered.” The years so far working has been very good. The banking industry is changing all the time where there are different processes and different systems. It was always a learning experience and a challenge which is something I really enjoy. contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. vegrevillemuseum.ca (780) 632-7650 HEADS UP for AA Meets at Vegreville Sunshine Club 4630 - 49 St. every Monday at 8:00 PM. Alanon New Beginning Meeting Contact 780275-0054. Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Tuesday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St., Vegreville. For more information contact Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418. 12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Tuesday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014 – 50 St, Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933. Every Wednesday Trapshooting Outdoor Range 7:00pm. Contact Geoff 780-632-1432 Friday Prayers: Weekly Jumaat prayer in Vegreville. If interested, please contact Deen 780-603-6090 12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Saturday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014-50 Street Vegreville, AB. For info call 780-632-2933. How Disciples live Bible study and workshops. We meet every Friday night at The Rock 5014-50 St. at 7pm. Call for info 780-632-2933. Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club meets the first Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Vegreville Regional Museum. Call 780-6327729 or 780-632-3495. Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 meets the first Thursday of every month except July and August. Meetings are held in the Elks Hall at 7:30 pm. Contact George Childs at 780-6326406. For Hall rentals contact Stacey at 780632-7810.
The advice I would give someone who is considering working at a bank is if you want to try it, it is always worth a try. You will probably love it especially if you like working with the public and working with numbers. My plans are I am not planning to retire in the near future as I really enjoy my job.”
L-R Branch Manager, Angeline Halvorson-Vandale and SCSR Shelley Daskaluk. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish & Game Association) Meetings every 1st Thursday of the month at 5121 - 50 St. Vegreville. Please check our website VWF.ca Email: vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com “Women’s Book Club” meets first Thursday of each month at 6:30pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library. Vegreville Lions Club meets at Sunshine Senior Centre – 4630 - 49 Street. Meeting 7 p.m. 2nd Tuesday. Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July and August. Meetings held in Senior Sunshine Club – 4630 – 49 Street at 2:00 p.m. Call Yvette 780-632-3019 Vegreville Garden Club meets the last Monday of most months at the Vegreville Ag. Society building, 4753 45 Ave. at 6:30 p.m. President – Diana Ashton 780-984-9190. Legacy 4 Health Indoor Walking Program for Older Adults 10-11am at the Vegreville Centennial Library Gymnasium 4709-50 St, Contact Fred 780-632-3850 or George 780632-6457 Tofield AA Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m. Open meeting every 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893 The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 6327070. Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services, community funded agency - 4809 50 St. Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Outpatient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling and concurrent disorders. Office Hrs. – Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Phone 780-632-6617. Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi-Purpose Room 7:30 p.m. Wednesday nights.
The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every month at the Ag Society Office. New members are always welcome! Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and be active in the community. For more information, please call Danielle at 780-690-0638. VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math and speaking English). Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting. Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program. Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780-632-7920 for more information. VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills. Phone: 632-7920 for interviews. Senior Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club. 55+. Call 780-632-2624 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact 780-656-5829 Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn. Regular meetings, held every last Tuesday of each month (excluding July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room. Everyone Welcome. AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:00 p.m. Join us at the Mundare Drop-In Centre every Monday and Wednesday from 1:00pm to 3:00pm for floor curling, and every Thursday from 10:00 am to 11:30 am for Coffee Talk. Royal Canadian Legion Vegreville Branch #39 General Meeting every 3rd Wednesday of September, November, December, February and June at 7:00pm. All members welcome to attend.
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Mary Harasewich Creates Painting for Truth and Reconciliation Day and see if I can paint. So, I painted a picture for that day and did some other paintings. I painted for this day because I wanted to honour the indigenous people as they were the first people in Canada. But I wonder why it took so long for the government to decide to make that day a holiday? So many children were abused at those residential schools. I hope to have this painting framed and hung on the wall for my family to see.”
Vegreville painter Mary Harasewich with her painting. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN: THAT AN ELECTION WILL BE HELD FOR THE FILLING OF THE FOLLOWING OFFICES:
A PERSON IS ELIGIBLE TO VOTE IF THEY ARE: (a) at least 18 years old, (b) a Canadian citizen, and
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(c) a resident in Alberta, where the person’s place of residence is located in Vegreville on election day.
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Local Artist, Mary Harasewich who is a resident of Vegreville, has been an artist since she was in Grade one. “I enjoy painting because it is very relaxing and a good way to express oneself. But, I never sit and paint. I put the canvas on the kitchen table and stand and paint,” Mary admitted. However, Mary has not done any painting for six years now as it was difficult
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for her to do because she has a chronic eye disorder, (macular degeneration). It was National Day for Truth and Reconciliation that was held on September 30 that prompted Mary to try painting again. Her painting represents the beauty of the Indigenous culture and its people. Mary explained, “The reason I did this painting was I had a dream that I was painting before this day and then I woke up in the morning on this day and thought, why don’t I buy some canvas and paint
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DATED at the Town of Vegreville, in the Province of Alberta, this 6th day of October, 2021 Jenny Cooper Returning Officer
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LOCAL JURISDICTION: VILLAGE OF INNISFREE , PROVINCE OF ALBERTA Notice is hereby given: A. That an election will be held for the filling of the following offices:
LOCAL JURISDICTION: VILLAGE OF HOLDEN , PROVINCE OF ALBERTA Notice is hereby given: A. That an election will be held for the filling of the following offices:
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B. That an election will be held for the election of a Senate nominee for the purposes of the Alberta Senate Election Act;
B. That an election will be held for the election of a Senate nominee for the purposes of the Alberta Senate Election Act;
C. That a vote of the electors will be held on the following referendum question(s) under the Referendum Act; a. Should Section 36(2) of the Constitution Act, 1982- Parliament and the government of Canada's commitment to the principle of making equalization payments - be removed from the Constitution? b. Do you want Alberta to adopt year-round Daylight Saving Time, which is summer hours, eliminating the need to change our clocks twice a year?
C. That a vote of the electors will be held on the following referendum question(s) under the Referendum Act; a. Should Section 36(2) of the Constitution Act, 1982- Parliament and the government of Canada's commitment to the principle of making equalization payments - be removed from the Constitution? b. Do you want Alberta to adopt year-round Daylight Saving Time, which is summer hours, eliminating the need to change our clocks twice a year?
Voting will take place on the 18th day of October 2021, between the hours of 10:00 am and 8:00 pm. Voting stations will be located at:
Seniors Drop-in Centre
4909-52 Street, lnnisfree Alberta T0B 2G0 In order to vote, you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be one or more of: • Identification issued by a Canadian government, whether federal, provincial or local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and their name and current address. • Bank or credit card statement or personal cheque. • Residential lease or mortgage statement. • Utility Bill (for example, telephone, public utilities commission, television, hydro, gas or water.) • Government cheque or cheque stub. • Income or property tax assessment notice.
As required by section 53 of the Local Authorities Election Act. DATED at the Village of Innisfree in the Province of Alberta, This 21st day of September, 2021
D. That an election will be held for a Public School Board Trustee for the Battle River Regional School Division. Voting will take place on the 18th day of October 2021, between the hours of 10:00 am and 8:00 pm. The voting station is at the Holden Community Hall 4919 - 49th Avenue.
An Advance Poll will be held on Thursday, October 7th, 2021 between the hours of 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. at the above location. You are eligible to vote if you are at least 18 years old, a Canadian citizen, reside in Alberta and are living in the Village of Holden on election day. The identification as required by section 53 of the Local Authorities Election Act must be one or more of the acceptable forms of identification listed here that has the voters name and address on it: identification issued by a Canadian Government or an agency of that Government that contains a photograph and the address of the elector; or a document such as a utility bill, personal cheque, property tax notice that has your name and address on it. DATED at the Village of Holden in the Province of Alberta, This 22 day of September, 2021
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Daylight Saving Time Referendum on Election Ballot Michelle Pinon News Advertiser When voters go to the polls on October 18 they will be asked this question: Do you want Alberta to adopt year-round Daylight Saving Time, which is summer hours, eliminating the need to change our clocks twice a year? • A “YES” vote means you support a permanent change to summer hours and no longer turning clocks forward in March and backward in November. • A “NO” vote means you support continuing the current practice of turning the clocks forward in March and backward in November. Elections Alberta states, “The referendum question asks if you would like to remain on “summer hours”, no longer changing our clocks in March and November. This will change the time we experience sunrise and sunset in fall and winter. Our summer hours will stay
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PROPERTY TAX DUE DATE AND PENALTIES Ratepayers are reminded that property taxes must be paid in full by October st 31 , 2021. Any outstanding amounts not paid by this date will be assessed a penalty of 12% on November 1, 2021. Ratepayers are reminded that an additional penalty of 5% will be charged on February 1, 2022 on all taxes remaining unpaid after January 31, 2022. Payments can be made via online banking, Interac E-Transfer sent to payments@minburncounty.ab.ca, by mail, credit card via the County website, or in person at our Administration Office at 4909-50 Street, Vegreville, Alberta. A friendly reminder that if you are planning to make a payment at our office you must do so on or before October 29th as October 31st falls on a Sunday this year. County of Minburn 4909-50 Street, Vegreville, Alberta
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LOCAL JURISDICTION: COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27 PROVINCE OF ALBERTA Notice is hereby given that: A. That an ELECTION VOTE will be held for the filling of the following offices:
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the same. The referendum question about daylight saving time is a non-constitutional question asked under the authority of section 5.1 of the Referendum Act. The result of the vote on this question is binding on the provincial government. Due to the time needed to implement a change, should the majority vote “YES” on this referendum question that change will not happen before fall 2022. Albertans will continue to change their clocks in the fall of 2021 and the spring of 2022.” Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk commented on the question by saying, “In terms of daylight savings time, our government thinks Albertans know best and we committed in the election to put more power in their hands. If the voters want a specific outcome for daylight saving time, it is up to them to tell us if they want to continue changing their clocks twice a year, or if they had enough of that. Minister Glubish told us over the summer that 91 percent of Albertans indicated in a survey that they are in favour of moving to permanent summer hours, which would put our province on the same time year-round as Saskatchewan. Other states south of the border are considering similar legislation. It is up to the people. Armstrong-Homeniuk pointed out that, “Every referendum ever held is non-binding.” She added that, “Municipalities receive an allowance from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs to hold these referendums in conjunction with their local elections. Finals costs won’t be known until after the vote. Holding the referendums at the same time as the local elections is far more time and cost-sensitive than holding individual province-wide referendums, however.” According to files of the Vegreville News Advertiser, back in 2014 Ruby Kassian presented Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Fenske with a 3,000 signature petition asking the provincial government to repeal the Daylight Saving Time Act. It was tabled by Fenske on March 12, 2015. A similar petition was tabled on December 13, 2016 that was drafted by Verner Thompson of Mannville, Alberta. In the fall of 2017, after months of public hearings and debate, Alberta MLAs voted 46 to 6 to scrap Bill 203 that would have done away with Daylight Saving Time. The province’s standing committee on Alberta’s Economic Future accepted written submissions from the public and heard from approximately 13,500 respondents. More than two-thirds of respondents were in favour of eliminating DST. Michael Antle, a circadian rhythm expert at the University of Calgary and vice-president of the Canadian Society for Chronobiology, said permanent DST (summer hours) would rank dead last when considering options that fit best with the body’s ideal rhythm, with
Location of Voting Station Mannville Recreation Centre Minburn Seniors Centre Innisfree Seniors Centre Minburn Seniors Centre Lavoy Community Hall Buchach Community Centre Vegreville Elks Hall Lavoy Community Hall Ranfurly Recreation Centre Vegreville Elks Hall Imperial Community Hall Vegreville Elks Hall Warwick Community Hall
B. That an ELECTION VOTE will be held for the election of a Senate nominee for the purposes of the Alberta Senate Election Act. C. That an ELECTION VOTE of the electors will be held on the following referendum questions under the Referendum Act. ● Should section 36(2) of the Constitution Act, 1982 – Parliament and the government of Canada's commitment to the principle of making equalization payments – be removed from the constitution? ● Do you want Alberta to adopt year-round Daylight Saving Time, which is summer hours, eliminating the need to change our clocks twice a year? VOTING WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE 18TH DAY OF OCTOBER, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00 A.M. AND 8:00 P.M. In order to vote, you must produce identification for inspection that shows your name and current address. Voters can provide government-issued identification such as an Alberta Operator (Driver's) License, income/property tax assessment notice, utility bill, bank/credit card statement or personal cheque, vehicle registration or insurance certificate, old-age security statement of benefits and others as required by section 53 of the Local Authorities Election Act. DATED at the Town of Vegreville, in the Province of Alberta, this 27th day of September 2021.
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Mayoral Candidate Jack Timmermans Believes in Choice for Vegreville Residents Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Vegreville resident Jack Timmermans believes in freedom of choice and is hoping he’ll be the choice of voters on Election Day Oct. 18.
Timmermans and his wife Nadine Ruda moved to Vegreville in the summer of 2018. While he’s never run for public office, he feels voters should have a choice at election time. If elected, Timmermans said testing for COVID-19 would be his top priority, and to get a testing facility up and running in
the community. He said he knows of an Edmonton based company that has already tested equipment. “What he would like to see is the municipal government to conduct a pilot rapid testing program. That, however, would require approval from both the provincial and federal governments.” He made it clear that he does not believe in mandated vaccines or passports. “They are all intrusions on our privacy. It’s starting to divide people, and that division might not be apparent in the big cities with large populations, but in the small communities it is where everyone knows each other.” Timmermans, who currently works as an inventory manager at RJV Gas Field Services, said hemp was a priority for him when he was living in Saskatchewan, prior to coming to Vegreville. That has since been put on the backburner, but he’s very interested in growing the hemp industry locally. “With hemp it’s a chicken and egg kind of situation. There’s great ideas, there’s great demand for new environmentally friendly products, but it’s getting the infrastructure in place to start supply and demand logistics So, economically for Vegreville it’s a great opportunity. But I feel that I would take it in sort of a different direction than
they, (council) have been going. He believes local farmers have to be involved. They have to have some kind of ownership, a co-operative group, and then the federal government funds that co-operative group so they farm it, have the feedstock, and manufacture and market it.” With development of the Agri Industrial Park underway, Timmermans see’s great potential for economic growth, and feels
VOTING INFORMATION The Town Of Two Hills's Advance Voting Will Take Place On OCTOBER 13 & 16 2021 BETWEEN 10.00 AM and 8:00 PM AT THE TOWN ADMINISTRATION OFFICE 4712-50 Street The Town Of Two Hills' Institutional Voting W'ill Take Place On MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2021 The Institutional Voting Stations Will Be Located At: TWO HILLS HEALTH CENTRE - between the hours of 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. HILLSIDE LODGE - between the hours of 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Election Day Will Be October 18, 2021 Votlng To Take Place At The TOWN ADMINISTRATION OFFICE BETWEEN 10:00 AM and 8:00 PM 4712-50 Street If you are unable to attend a voting station, advance voting station or any voting stations at institutional facilities because of physical incapacity please contact the Town Administration Office (780-657-3395) to book an appointment between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 pm. Appointments must be booked before Wednesday, October 13. 2021.
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permanent standard time at the top and the current system in second place. Antle said sunlight cues when humans wake up, eat and sleep — with sunrise as the most important trigger. Beyond just losing an hour of sleep when DST kicks in, Antle said it takes the body until the end of April or early May to catch up (the clocks change in early or mid-March). University of Alberta associate psychology professor Dr. Kyle Mathewson thinks the ballot question is too general for people to know exactly what they’re voting for and what it will actually look like. “When you’re voting yes, remember that you’re voting to have two hours of darkness at the start of your day,” Mathewson said. “A third option might have been a better ballot question or listening to health researchers and having the option to pick the permanent winter hours instead of the permanent summer hours.”
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LOCAL JURISDICTION: Buffalo Trail Public School Regional Division No. 28, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA Notice is hereby given that: A. That an ELECTION VOTE will be held for the filling of the following office:
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Mannville Recreation Centre Minburn Seniors Centre Innisfree Seniors Centre Lavoy Community Hall Buchach Hall Vegreville Elks Hall
VOTING WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE 18TH DAY OF OCTOBER, BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10:00 A.M. AND 8:00 P.M. In order to vote, you must produce identification for inspection that shows your name and current address. Voters can provide government-issued identification such as an Alberta Operator (Driver's) License, income/property tax assessment notice, utility bill, bank/credit card statement or personal cheque, vehicle registration or insurance certificate, old-age security statement of benefits and others as required by section 53 of the Local Authorities Election Act.
DATED at the Town of Vegreville, in the Province of Alberta, this 27th day of September 2021.
they can’t afford to wait to get it up and running. “We have to speed up because there’s other technologies coming out that compete with hemp. So, the longer we wait the tougher it gets. We have to expedite that.” Complete information on Jack Timmermans’ platform can be found on his election web page found at www. votejack2021.com
MUNDARE Small Town with a Big Heart
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Local Jurisdiction: Town Of Mundare, Province Of Alberta Notice is hereby given A. That an election will be held for the filling of the following offices:
Office:
Number of Vacancies
Mayor
1
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A. That an election will be held for the election of a Senate Nominee for the purposes of the Alberta Senate Election Act, B. That a vote of the electors will be held on the following referendum questions under the referendum act: 1. Should section 36(2) of the Constitution Act, 1982 – Parliament and the government of Canada's commitment to the principle of making equalization payments – be removed from the constitution? 2. Do you want Alberta to adopt year-round Daylight Saving Time, which is summer hours, eliminating the need to change our clocks twice a year? Voting will take place on Monday, October 18, 2021, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. Voting stations will be located at
Mundare Recreation Centre 5116-50 Avenue Mundare, AB T0B 3H0 In order to vote, you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be one or more of: Government issued identification with a photo or other identification showing the name and address of the elector-ex government cheque, bank statement, utility bill as required by section 53 of the Local Authorities Election act. Please note that the Town is also using special ballots. Please contact the Town office at 764-3929 for further information. Dated at the Town of Mundare in the Province of Alberta this 30 day of August, 2021
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involved, using the term "stuffing" can be very insulting. Cash: Today, taxidermy is more than just a mounted animal head hanging above the fireplace. Those who get involved in taxidermy, either as amateurs or professionals, spend a lot of time re-creating an animal to a lifelike state, much like you would see in museums. Carry: That's likely the draw to some pet owners. Losing a beloved pet can be a very traumatic event. And while mounting your pet may seem like an odd choice for you, others can find great comfort in it. Cash: In fact, some of the most famous mountings are the animals of Roy Rogers. He had his legendary horse, Trigger, mounted along with his German Shepherd,
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Roy Rogers rode his horse Trigger in every motion picture he filmed. When his beloved horse died in 1965 at the age of 33, Roy had him mounted. Trigger's hide was dried and stretched over a plaster likeness that rears on his hind legs. At a later date, Roy also had his pet German Shepherd, Bullet, and Dale Evan's horse, Buttermilk, mounted as well. They were all on display at the Roy Rogers/Dale Evans museum in Branson, Missouri, until it closed in 2009.
After my girlfriend Jennifer and I divorced our cheating husbands, we would get together once a month to catch up. At our most recent luncheon she told me about her new boyfriend and how he often takes weekend trips to go fly-fishing. I told her that she better be careful since "fishing" was the excuse that both our husbands used when they went away and had affairs. "I already thought of that," she conceded. "But I know he's honest because the last time he came home, he thanked me for packing his pajamas." "Pajamas?" I questioned. "How does that prove anything?" She laughed and replied, "Because I packed them in his tackle box!" (Thanks to Joy K.)
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20th Anniversary of the 9/11 Attacks Remembered
Memorial Museum. (Glenda Dales/Submitted Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Like many people, Glenda Dales vividly remembers where she was and what she was doing when she learned the devastating news. Islamist terrorists affiliated with Al-Qaeda hijacked American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175, both planes were en route from Boston to Los Angeles, and intentionally crashed them into the two main towers of the World Trade Center.
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“I was at NAIT, south campus teaching first aid and took a break in the lounge.” When she gazed at the television she saw the “total destruction” that was unfolding before her eyes and the terrifying chaos that ensued as people were literally running for their lives. Dales went back into class and sat with students glued to the television “trying to fathom” what just happened. “We never thought anything like that could ever happen. It impacted absolutely everybody.” Dales, who has served as Chief of the Mundare Fire
Department for 22 years, has visited “Ground Zero” several times with her travelling companion Cheryl Zeleny, who served on the fire department for about a decade. “Each year we would go to “Ground Zero” to see the progression as the removal of the World Trade Center took place, and in its place the New Twin Towers. There is a museum inside this building as well. I did not find it as heart wrenching as the original one, but definitely a dedication to that day and all those involved.” Altogether 2,988 people were killed in the horrific attacks of Sept. 11 and Feb. 26, 1993 as well as those who risked their lives to save others and all who demonstrated extraordinary compassion in the aftermath of the attacks. Dales also watched the Twin Pools of the Memorial being built from a hole in the ground to a “beautiful tribute” and she returned once again when it was completed. Seeing the names of those who lost their lives forever engraved in stone was very moving and a reminder to all to never forget what happened there. She recalls her first visit to “Ground Zero” and explained that when they approached the area they saw fences covered with condolences, pictures of loved ones and flowers. “First, we went to visit the church where all the casualties were brought. Again, pictures and flowers were everywhere. To say it was gut wrenching would put it mildly. We then went to the 9/11 Memorial Museum near Station 54.” There they saw metal pieces of fire apparatuses. “When we first entered I saw boxes of Kleenex everywhere and I wondered why. It didn’t take long to figure out. You just kept looking at the videos and pictures of the devastation. When you saw pieces of
clothing or twisted metal your heart just went crazy and grabbed the nearest Kleenex. As you looked around there wasn’t a dry eye in the building.” Dales said it’s important to keep that memory alive and honour the people who died that day. She also visited Station 54. The fire hall only accepts visitors when its door is opened. She visited with one of the firefighters who said they were there at the time of the tragedy, but could not discuss their experience any further as the painful and traumatic experience is too difficult to talk about. Dales is glad that it is becoming more acceptable for firefighters to talk about traumatic incidents and to find support within their ranks as there has been such stigma around mental health issues. She has been trained in Critical Incident Stress Management, (CISM) and has seen what a difference it can make in peoples’ lives. She is also so happy that Lamont County Emergency Services, (LCES) will be offering the course on Oct. 9 and 10. Shayne Milliken, LCES Regional Fire Chief said the course will be held in Bruderheim and has around 25 firefighters signed up to take the course. Milliken stated, “This training helps to develop our personnel in dealing with traumatic events, both individually and as a group. When CISM is properly used, it helps us build resiliency as an organization and helps to reduce the long term effects related to psychological injuries that could come from traumatic events. Lamont County recognized the need to build this internal capacity, particularly after a busy year. The participants in this training will go on to deliver defusing and debriefings at any of our halls and, potentially, to some of our allied agencies upon request.”
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MATICHUK, John O. In loving memory of our Dad and Gido, Who passed away 15 years ago on October 18, 2006. We often think of bygone days When we were all together. The family chain is broken now, But memories live forever. Although you may have gone away, We know you’ve not traveled far, Just entered God’s eternal home To where you and Mom forever are. There is no day that goes on by Without both of you in our thoughts, The cherished years we had with you Will always shine in our hearts. Forever loved and dearly missed, Sonia, Karen, Joe and Cody
YALOWICA, Ronnie Gordon August 14, 1944 – October 11, 2021 On Monday, October 11, 2021, Ronnie Gordon Yalowica of Vegreville, Alberta, formerly of Ranfurly, passed away at the age of 77 years. Ronnie is survived by his loving family, brother Kenny Yalowica; sister Elaine Yalowica; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; special friend Cecile Mandiuk and her family. Ronnie was predeceased by his parents Fred and Elsie Yalowica; brothers Leonard and Billy Yalowica; sister Liz Yalowica; nephew Shawn Yalowica. Ronnie spent most of his life farming with his father and his brother Billy. He then moved to Vegreville where he retired. Ronnie was a very kind and friendly person with a gentle spirit to all those who knew him. He loved to spend time with family, friends and neighbors by visiting and playing cards. Ronnie spent lots of time with his nieces and nephews, who were a huge part of his life. He loved to travel to Canmore and Radium with his special friend Cecile to holiday and visit. In his younger days, he was an avid pool and shuffleboard player, winning many trophies. He fought a difficult battle the last two months and showed such strength and perseverance. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends and community. We are deeply grateful for his presence in all our lives and for all the beautiful memories that we will forever treasure in our hearts… 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 Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Akasu Palliative Care Society c/o Box 623, Vegreville, AB.,T9C 1R7.” To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800
KITT, William Thomas February 11, 1938 – October 8, 2021 On Friday, October 8, 2021, William Thomas Kitt of Two Hills, Alberta, passed away at the age of 83 years. William is survived by his loving family: children Lynda (Tom) Zaychkowsky, Cindy (Brian) Bogusky and Dale Rowe; daughter-in-law Lori Rowe (Wilf) McAleney; grandchildren Daniel along with his daughter Lacey: Quinn (Lyla) along with their children Caden and Grace: Kenton (Sarah) along with their children Shale, Landon and Shayla: Jade: Jori (Rain): Kyle (Kristy): Dean: Brittany: and Christian; one sister Mary Kitt; one sisterin-law Audrey Kitt; along with numerous relatives and friends. William was predeceased by his wife, Patricia; two sons Kenneth and Sean; his parents Tom and Anastasia Kitt; three brothers Billy Kitt, Mike (Nadia) and Steve; two sisters Olga and Leila. A Private Funeral Service will be held at Autumn Rose Funeral Home with Very Reverend Don Bodnar officiating. Interment will follow for both William and the cremated remains of his son Sean in the St. Volodymyr and Olga Ukrainian Catholic Church Cemetery - Two Hills. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. For those who wish to follow the funeral service, please follow the live stream link on William’s profile by visiting www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com on Saturday, October 16, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute.” AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800
ROWE, SEAN DOUGLAS April 16, 1961 – December 17, 2020 On December 17, 2020, Sean Rowe passed away at the age of 59 years. Sean is survived by his loving family: his dad William Kitt; siblings and their families, Lynda (Tom) Zaychkowsky, Cindy (Brian) Bogusky and Dale Rowe; daughter-in-law Lori Rowe (Wilf) McAleney; nephews and nieces: Daniel along with his daughter Lacey: Quinn (Lyla) along with their children Caden and Grace: Kenton (Sarah) along with their children Shale, Landon and Shayla: niece Jade: Jori (Rain): Kyle (Kristy): Dean: Brittany: and Christian; along with numerous relatives and friends. Sean was predeceased by his mother Patricia Rowe Kitt; his father Glenn Edward Rowe; and his brother Kenneth. Cremation has taken place. Inurnment to take place along with his dad William Kitt in the St. Volodymyr and Olga Ukrainian Catholic Church Cemetery - Two Hills. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Alberta Cancer Foundation c/o Cross Cancer Institute.” To send condolences, please visit, www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE,780-603-5800
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Mike Fundytus Submitted Mike Fundytus, Director of Protective Services for the County of Minburn provided the following information regarding call outs for the year to date, 2021. “In comparison to previous years we have seen the overall number of callouts increase slightly. The increases being in medical responses and fires over all. However, we seen a decrease in the number of motor vehicle collisions. I believe the warmer weather and the pandemic to be the main reasons behind the increases in medical responses and fires as well as the decrease to motor Veg Fire: Call Type Number of Calls Structure Fire 1 Grass Fire 9 Medical Assist 3 False Alarms 7 Motor Vehicle Collision 19 Vehicle Fire 4 Other (smoke investigation, power line down etc) 5 Total 48
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New Fire Hall Proposed in Town of Mundare was completed around 2010, however, they have simply outgrown the space. Dales said they need more room for training and to accommodate more equipment and storage. Dales said the biggest concern is the health and safety of firefighters and they need an air handling system that will meet Occupational Health and Safety standards. That system would cost upwards of $40,000. Mozzarella, Onions, Beef, Back Bacon & Cheddar Dales first introduced the proposal for a new 120 X 70 square foot building to council back in July. However, firefighters have PH: 780-632-6300 been discussing the idea for quite some time. Dales said they’ve 5006 - 52 Ave. sat down many times to discuss what they think they will need Vegreville to meet their requirements for the next 20 years. “We have to look at water and utilities On October 18, 2021 and look for an engineer to take what they For Mayor - Town of Vegreville want and see if it’s feasible.” The possible locations that have been identified include: • 5305 Sawchuk Street (Hwy 855) - 132 ft x 310 ft. Easy access to water and sewer and privately owned. • 5335 Sawchuk Street - Location of Basilian Fathers Museum. Would have to subdivide out the land. The water and sewer servicing may be expensive. • MRC Campground - 270 x 150 feet. N Choices and Freedom N Easy access to water and sewer. • 5020 Hawryluk Street - 200 x 300 (on North property line) 437 on South property line. Water and sewer are nearby, but not sure if depth of sewer is acceptable. Privately owned. • Property next to CN lands - Estimated votejack2021.com to be 131 ft wide. Water and sewer potential.
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