Vegreville News Advertiser - October 14, 2020

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73 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNIT Y WEDNESDAY, October 14, 2020 The Only Locally Owned News & Adver tising Media in Vegreville .

Mundare Councillor Sworn into Office

Frank Rosypal gives Mayor Mike Saric a fist bump following the official swearing-in ceremony. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

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The first order of business at the Oct. 6 Town of Mundare council meeting was to hold a swearingin ceremony for Frank Rosypal who won the Sept.

9 by-election. Rosypal edged out his nearest rival Juanita Pesicka by 5 votes, 66 votes to 61 votes.

Doug Kleen received 15 votes.

The long-time resident and former town councillor Frank Rosypal said it was good to be back on council. He was welcomed by Mayor Mike Saric and fellow members of council after being sworn in.

Smoky Lake Fall Market a Popular Destination See page 9 for story

In-Person Attendance Only During Budget Talks

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October 5

19:37 - Report of a break and enter to a club shed in Vegreville. The incident occurred over the past week or so.

Member attended and it was determined that the door was pried open but nothing appeared to be taken. Under investigation.

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02:53 – Report of a possible truck theft in progress in Vegreville. Two individuals were walking around a black truck that had been for sale and were trying to start it. Members located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop.

The driver stated that he purchased the truck but could not pick it up during the day. He provided the bill of sale and other documents for the vehicle.

11:09 – Report of theft of tools from the back of a company truck parked in Vegreville. An electric grease gun, electric impact, batteries, and wrenches were taken. Value estimated at nearly $1,000. Under investigation.

13:22 – Report of fuel being siphoned from a vehicle overnight in Vegreville.

Under investigation.

18:17 – Report of a break and enter to a rural residence NE of Vegreville.

Multiple personal items were taken including documents, money, electronics as well as a family pet turtle. More info to come.

19:56 – Report of a vehicle driving all over the road on Hwy 16 near Lavoy.

Members located the Ford truck and conducted a traffic stop. A 73-year-old male from Edmonton was confirmed as not impaired. A warning was provided about his driving.

October 7

08:45 – Report of a cheque that was stolen from the Killam area attempting to be deposited at a Vegreville bank.

The cheque was refused by the bank.

Under investigation.

16:49 – Report of a black Dodge Ram passing through active red lights on a school bus while children were leaving the bus. The complainant was able to provide a description and location of the subject of the complaint. Members followed up and a 68-year-old male from Vegreville was charged with

“Passing a school bus with flashing red lamps” and ticket carrying a voluntary penalty of $486.

19:28 – Traffic stop conducted on Hwy 16a. A 24-year-old male from Spruce Grove was charged with the following: Operating a vehicle without a certificate of registration (Voluntary penalty of $324) and displaying an unauthorized license plate (VP of $324).

He was also provided warnings for window tint and not having a license plate properly attached or visible.

Mandatory alcohol screening was conducted and the driver blew 25 mg percent which is below the legal limit. The vehicle was towed for the other violations.

dence was conducted. The investigation is ongoing however, stolen property was recovered that was identified as being from a break-in which occurred two days previous, including a family pet. Mertle the turtle was returned to her family. The male has been remanded in custody on 8 criminal charges included weapons possession, robbery, theft, and breach of court-imposed conditions. The female was released by the Justice of the Peace on four criminal charges including robbery, theft, possession of stolen property and dangerous use of a motor vehicle. Additional charges for both are pending.

October 9

08:37 – Report of a truck that was broken into in the town of Vegreville.

Odd items were taken including registration & insurance as well as Dairy Queen coupons. Under investigation.

17:21 – 911 complaint about two pickup trucks driving in an erratic fashion, possibly racing. The vehicles were not located but plates were obtained. The owners out of Fort Saskatchewan and Onoway have been identified and a follow-up is being conducted.

October 10

01:55 – Report of dog acting up and barking and the resident was concerned something might be going on. Members did patrols and attended the residence.

Nothing suspicious noted.

October 8

08:40 – Traffic enforcement in the area provided tickets for window tint, cell phone use, driving without a license, seatbelt, speeding, and other infractions. In total approximately 19 tickets and warnings were provided on that day.

09:41 – Report of a vehicle break-in at a Vegreville lodging establishment.

The complainant reported that a male was currently breaking into his vehicle.

When confronted by the owner, the suspect presented a weapon. The suspect obtained several firearms from the complainant’s locked vehicle and fled in another vehicle being driven by a female. Surveillance confirmed the vehicle identity and it was located shortly after in Vegreville. A 37-yearold Vegreville male and a 38-year-old Vegreville female were arrested and a search of the downtown Vegreville resi-

October 11

09:17 – Report of a vehicle chasing a female in the parking lot of a Vegreville business. The vehicle hit a sign which broke and hit another parked vehicle.

The vehicle left the scene but CCTV is pending and the matter is under investigation.

During the week there were 92 calls for service made in total including: 2 false alarms, 2 false 911s, 1 animal strike, 5 wellbeing checks, and approximately 26 tickets from traffic enforcement.

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Capital Works Project Nearing Completion

The Town of Vegreville’s 2020 Capital Works Plan is nearing completion. This photo was taken Oct. 8 at 50 Street and 50 Avenue.

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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Town of Vegreville’s 2020 Capital Works Project is coming to an end.

That will be welcome news to local residents who have been affected by the large scale project that began approximately four months ago.

The town provided an update on the project on Sept. 29. It stated: Concrete has been completed • on 48 Avenue.

Concrete work on 51 Street has • been started and is expected to be completed by September 30.

Crews will start shaping the •

road base of 48 Avenue early next week. Following the shaping of 48 Avenue, they will move to 51 Street at the end of next week. Crews plan to pave the roads the week of October 5. o Landscaping will follow paving.

• 48 Avenue will be open approximately by October 7.

• 51 Street will be open approximately by October 10.

Emcon Employee Air Lifted to Hospital Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Around 9 am Monday, Oct. 5 emergency crews were on the scene of an accident near Vegreville beside the Highway 16 overpass.

According to Natasha McKenzie, assistant communications director with Alberta Labour and Immigration, stated “A worker was transported to hospital in Edmonton by STARS. RCMP and Occupational Health and Safety, (OHS) were onsite.”

McKenzie went on to say, “A stop use order has been issued on a conveyer and OHS continues to investigate the incident.” She added that an investigation can take up to two years to com-

plete. “At this time, no additional information can be shared.”

Darlene Weremey, Emcon contract manager for the northeastern territory in Alberta, said the operator is currently in hospital in stable condition.

“He was airlifted to the University of Alberta Hospital and remains there.”

Weremey said the incident is fully under investigation.

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Our Energy Future - A Tale of Two Visions Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion As we face a pending tax hike by way of “the clean fuel standard”, governments are looking at ways to not only produce more energy but also to do it in an environmentally responsible way.

There is no shortage of studies with solid data about our options and various real-world examples of successful projects. A study out of Australia has identified enough locations across the globe to provide all the long-term hydro storage needed to provide enough base-load power to eliminate the need for coal and nuclear power. Solar, wind, hydrogen, geothermal, and ammonia are all viable parts of the energy puzzle and are being utilized now. Of course, there’s also the promise of nuclear fusion with news breaking every week.

At the federal level, in an interview with CBC, Natural Resources Minister Seamus O’Regan stated: “We have not seen a model where we can get to net zero emissions by 2050 without nuclear. The fact of the matter is that it produces zero emissions.”

Not everyone agrees. While not a fan of David Suzuki, I found his response to O’Regan’s position refreshing. A few of his points: “I want to puke. Because politicians love to say, ‘Oh, yeah, we care about this and boy, there’s [nuclear] technology just around the corner.’” He also stated “The planet

Name: Elisabeth Wall Occupation: lifeguard Likes: family, swimming Dislikes: mushrooms, grey days.

is not in danger. We are in danger. And there are hundreds of ways that we can begin to reduce our emissions.”

Part of his stance is that we need change now. There hasn’t been a new nuclear reactor built in North America in around 40 years and they take at least a decade to build. Other factors to consider are that most nuclear projects have their construction subsidized and it is rare for them to be profitable. Then there’s the issue with the waste that remains toxic for at minimum tens of thousands of years.

According to a study published this month by the University of Sussex, nuclear energy is a waste of time. “This paper exposes the irrationality of arguing for nuclear investment” stated the study coauthor Andy Stirling.

With advancements in hydro and solar, both have become cheaper than nuclear which begs the question of “why?” Well, politicians love big projects with flash, big numbers (promising lots of jobs), and long timelines that they won’t be around to answer for.

That leads to the stance announced by Alberta. Last week, Alberta Energy Minister Sonya Savage stated that the Alberta Government plans to bring forward legislation to fast-track development of clean geothermal energy.

Hopefully, they don’t turn a blind eye to hydrogen as well.

While geothermal has been around for decades, when oil is at $100/barrel and governments are swimming in cash, there is little interest in looking elsewhere. Now, geothermal looks more attractive, and Alberta is uniquely suited to develop both this and hydrogen production. We have both the academic expertise as well as the industrial expertise to move quickly with a very low learning curve.

A 2016 report by the Canadian Geothermal Association estimated that Alberta has 60,935 wells with bottom hole temperatures greater than 60 C. This is hot enough to heat homes or grow fresh produce in a greenhouse. Central heating has been commonplace in many European countries for decades and Nordic countries have policies in place for district heating that encompasses industry (waste heat) and electricity generation among other things. Designs have been around for decades that encompass heat requirements with priority allotment which maximizes the heat value. It can be metered and charged just like any other energy.

Hydrogen which can be produced by both our ample supply of natural gas as well as abundant Alberta sun (via solar) has been a part of the mix for some countries for years. Technology still needs to move forward as it does for all energy production, but there are districts already mixing 12-15 percent hydrogen in natural gas without any adverse effects.

Our experience in natural gas and pipelines also makes us well suited to handle hydrogen and there are Canadian companies that are leaders in various parts of the hydrogen supply chain.

Time will show us which path we follow. Albertans have not embraced nuclear power so geothermal and hydrogen are both a good fit. However, Ottawa is a fan of the big projects that “create jobs.” We can only hope that we don’t see more national canoe museums on the list of pet projects going to certain ridings where votes are needed.

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Salute to Front Line Workers Audrey Weder

Main Street Trick or Treat

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Even Covid can’t put a damper on Halloween celebrations this year in Vegreville.

On Oct. 31 main street in Vegreville will be the place to be to enjoy a safe and fun evening of trick or treating.

“With all of the uncertainty surrounding Covid, we thought we would give the community another option to enjoy Halloween,” said Michelle Henderson, Manager of the Vegreville & District

Audrey Weder, Manager of IRIS Optical. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Chamber of Commerce.

The event is being held in partnership with the Town of Vegreville, and Henderson is encouraging folks to bring their little goblins downtown to enjoy the fun-filled Spooktacular.

“We realize that not everyone is comfortable with handing out candy, but would still like to participate in some manner, we are able to accept donations,” stated Henderson.

People are also encouraged to bring a donation for the Vegreville food bank.

The streets will be closed to traffic between 4-8 pm.

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Compiled by Dan Beaudette

90 Years Ago – October 15, 1930

Unemployment in Vegreville is assuming more serious proportions of late than it has for many years. The continued delay of the harvest occasioned by rain, snow and sleet is partly responsible for the increase in the number of men who throng the streets without visible means of support, in many cases without sufficient food or a place to sleep.

Monday of this week gave promise of inaugurating a spell of pleasant autumn weather, but a terrible change came over the scene on Tuesday morning when a storm swooped down from the north-west bringing with it everything connected with winter, sleet, snow, frost, icicles, red noses, and watery eyes. Threshing will be held up for at least ten days as the wind has blown snow right into the stooks andit will take a long time for the straw to dry out again.

Practically no threshing in Innisfree has been done there to date.

Rain and the snow delayed it for another two weeks anyway. The storm also isolated the village from telephone communication with the outside world.

75 Years Ago – October 17, 1945

Mr. Willian Pauk, who was a partner with Mr. William Zaruby in the Vegreville Tailoring Company for the past twenty years, sold his share in the business recently to Mr. Theodore Demchuk of Edmonton, who at one time was employed by the firm for two or three years. Mr. Demchuk received his discharge recently from the RCAF where he served for four and one half years.

Pte. Andy Ponich, R.C. Regt., has returned from overseas and is visiting the home folks and friends in Vegreville. Andy spent twenty months overseas and says he enjoyed every minute during which time he saw service in Italy, France, Belgium and Holland.

Ldg. Stwd. Downey, son of Mr. and Mrs. A.S. Downey of Willingdon, was a visitor last week. Ldg. Stwd. Downey has seen service with the Navy for the past 53 months, with about forty of these in “sea time.”

A new beauty shop has been set up in the front of Mrs. Pawelak’s house in Willingdon. It has been opened by Elizabeth Gordey, a former student of Willingdon High School. She graduated in hairdressing at the Mariow Training School in Edmonton.

50 Years Ago – October 15, 1970

Town council expressed disappointment with engineers and contractors with respect to the deficiencies noted in the recent sidewalk and road construction program that was completed a short time ago. It was understood by council that the shortcomings of the project would be cleaned up by this time but such is not the case. As a result the board recommended that s sizable hold-back on the account be made and that the accounts be revised with respect to the fees charged on extra work carried out on Highway 16.

Another compressor station being installed in connection with the Alberta Gas Trunk transmission line in the Vegreville district is north of Sickman Lake. This unit being erected by Moffat Tank Co. of Edmonton for Voyageur Petroleum is rated at 1100 h.p. with sufficient capacity to be increased to 3600 h.p. It is thought that the plant might be increased in size by next year.

A check-off of 1/10 of one percent of final realized prices of all grains handled by the Canadian Wheat Board has been suggested

by Unifarm. Executive members of the farm organization made their proposal known today in a telegram to Agriculture Minister Olson and the Minister Responsible for the Canadian Wheat Board, Otto Lang.

25 Years Ago – October 17, 1995

A happy David Kucherawy talked with his father Mike, his son Timmy, and Past Mayor Kay McKenzie after learning that he was elected mayor for the Town of Vegreville on October 16. Kucherawy beat Russell Chudyk by a healthy margin to win. He will be joined on Vegreville town council by incumbents Richard Coleman, Terry Semeniuk and Dale Oleksyn, and by newcomers Ken Baxandall, Eric Steinbach and Helmet Zelent.

The Vegreville fire department will become a retail outlet for selling compressed air to local users. Fire Chief Lefebvre told council that the Environmental Centre, Nova and surrounding departments are sending out air tanks for filling at an average cost of $16 to $18 each, including freight. The fire department will sell the compressed breathing air at between $10.50 and $13.50 per cylinder.

The last Two Hills town council meeting with six councillors was held and one of its final acts, council decided to change the name of Railway Avenue to S. Shybunka Avenue as a memorial tribute to the late mayor, for all the community service he performed for the town.

Vegreville MLA Ed Stelmach has been appointed to a new government committee focusing on health care.

Letters Welcomed

One role of the Vegreville News Advertiser is to promote dialogue on various issues of concern to area residents. We accomplish this by welcoming Letters to the Editor and allowing various issues to be debated through our pages. All letters must contain the writer’s name, address and phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, however the writer’s name may be withheld from publication in special circumstances deemed appropriate by the Publisher.

The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity, spelling and grammar, taste or for reasons of potential libel. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to withhold letters from publication.

Trudeau’s Infrastructure Announcement Raises Red Flags Aaron Wudrick Troy Media Contributor If a door-to-door salesman pitched you on a “winwin” sale, your first reaction would probably be skepticism. Unfortunately, a similar level of skepticism is called for whenever a politician declares their latest spending project to be a “win-win.”

That’s exactly what Prime Minister Justin Trudeau affirmed was the case when he announced that the “independent” Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) would be spending $10 billion over the next three years on a list of things that just happen to align precisely with his government’s own priorities. The plan, he declared, would create 60,000 jobs, all while fighting climate change to boot! What’s not to love?

As it turns out, a lot.

For starters, there is the curious transformation of the CIB from a purportedly arms-length entity (“governed by an independent board of directors”), into a de facto government department that co-hosts press conferences with its political masters. What happened to the need to give confidence to prospective private-sector partners that their investments would be inoculated from political interference?

Even stranger, it turns out that the $10 billion in question doesn’t actually represent new money: it’s simply part of the CIB’s existing budget, which, even more strangely for a government entity, it couldn’t seem to figure out how to spend over the past three years. (Given the state of the country’s finances, perhaps we should thank it.)

Apparently, the Trudeau government has now solved this problem for the CIB by simply telling it where to spend the money. But perhaps we needn’t worry, because this is not any old spending. It’s infrastructure spending. This, we are often told, is very different than regular spending. It’s big! It’s bold! It’s forward-looking! It’s an “investment.”

The notion that not every “investment” yields a positive return does not seem to occur to politicians. But it happens – a lot. Just ask Japan, which embarked on a massive infrastructure spending plan in the 1990s and 2000s with the goal of stimulating its moribund economy. The result:

government debt at 180 percent of GDP and anemic economic growth. It turns out building bridges to nowhere is a bad idea.

Worse, government-led projects can crowd out viable private-sector ones, leading to a tragic misallocation of resources. We can’t know for sure, but for every bridge to nowhere that consumed scarce labour and money, there might have been 1,000 other, less politically favoured, projects that would have been far more useful.

Another problem is the nebulous definition of the term “infrastructure” itself. Ever since the Trudeau government began applying the label to all and sundry, including such new innovations as “social” and “green” infrastructure, it has been necessary to first establish when it’s proposing to build actual infrastructure, and when it’s simply proposing more program spending.

But looking at the Trudeau government’s recent announcement, in particular, there are huge red flags. Retrofitting (i.e., renovating) buildings may lead to reductions in carbon emissions, but there’s no guaranteed long-term economic benefit. Clean power has already been subsidized to the hilt and, in some cases, has inflicted immense economic damage. And blindly splurging on transit such as electric buses when the pandemic may have permanently altered traffic and commuting levels – and therefore the demand for transit in the first place – seems dubious.

All of which brings us to perhaps the greatest danger of ill-advised infrastructure spending: the opportunity cost. Every dollar spent on a white elephant project had an alternative use, either by government or taxpayers. That dollar could have gone into a school or a hospital or remained in the pockets of Canadian families and businesses to direct to their own priorities.

Contrary to some of its boosters, infrastructure isn’t a magic category of spending that’s immune to waste. Politicians can, and do, screw it up as badly as they do run-of-the-mill programs.

Before the pandemic, the CIB couldn’t identify projects that were enticing enough to secure private investors. That politicians are now driving the (electric) bus and insisting future investments will be a “win-win” should make Canadians very worried indeed.

Aaron Wudrick is Federal Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.

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Bridge Repairs Occurring on Secondary Highway 631

Bridge repairs are ongoing on Secondary Highway 631, approximately 12 kms northeast of Vegreville. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Carmacks Enterprises Ltd. is the contractor of the bridge rehabilitation project on Secondary Highway 631, located approximately 12kms northeast of Vegreville.

Work on the eastbound lane started on September 3rd and is expected to be complete by early November. Following a winter shutdown work is expected to resume on the westbound lane in the spring to be complete by summer 2021.

According to Wayne Wood, Communications

Advisor with Alberta Transportation, “Alberta taxpayers are spending approximately $1.05 million as a part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan to extend the service life of the Highway 631 Bridge over the Vermillion River by another 20 years. This involves removing asphalt on the bridge and replacing it with a high performance concrete overlay, which is less permeable to water than traditional concrete.

Built in 1985, the bridge was originally expected to reach the end of its service life in 2035.”

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Métis Crossing a Place of Pride Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Métis Crossing is a place of pride.

It is a place steeped in history, but not stuck in history. That was evidenced most recently with news of an expansion project on the historical site which is located along the north bank of the North Saskatchewan River approximately 15 kilometers southeast of the Town of Smoky Lake.

On Oct. 5 an official groundbreaking ceremony for a new 40 room boutique Lodge took place on the site. The Government of Alberta is contributing $1 million towards the project.

“Métis Crossing is an important gathering place that showcases the history of a proud people, the Métis Nation of Alberta. Adding a 40-room boutiquestyle lodge to Métis Crossing means more visitors will be able to enjoy the cultural activities. It also means more jobs for the local economy, helping grow Alberta’s tourism industry and

boost year-round visits across the province,” said, Rick Wilson, Minister of Indigenous Relations.

The new 40-room lodge is expected to be operational by summer 2021,

opportunity to stay overnight, experiencing all that Métis Crossing and the Smoky Lake region have to offer.

“Métis Crossing is continuing to expand. It is a reflection of the interest

Métis Nation of Alberta President Audrey Poitras, right, and Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson break ground on the boutique lodge on Oct. 5. (Métis Crossing/Submitted Photo)

complimenting the recently completed Cultural Gathering Centre on the 512acre historic Métis river lot site. These combined facilities will offer visitors the

and demand we are seeing for Indigenous experiences in Alberta,” said Juanita Marois, Executive Director, Métis Crossing. “Everyone at Métis

Crossing is thrilled that the Government of Alberta has recognized the value in Indigenous Tourism and in what we offer here at Métis Crossing. They have stepped up in such a major way to support Métis Crossing as a destination for Métis cultural interpretation.”

Audrey Poitras, President of the Métis Nation of Alberta. “Métis Crossing has been a dream of Alberta’s Métis for decades. With support from Alberta and other partners, we have built a place where Albertans and tourists can experience the exciting culture of Alberta’s Métis. With this new lodge, Métis Crossing elevates the Indigenous tourism experience in our province.”

The cultural interpretive centre, which opened in December of 2019, has played host to a number of special events, conferences, workshops, a variety of hands-on experiences, weddings, and most recently, hosting graduation ceremonies for H.A. Kostash School.

Other activities include: curriculumbased student educational activities and experiences, classroom facilities, camping facilities, and trappers’ tents during the summer months.

“Métis Crossing is meant to be a place to experience,” stated Marois.

They strive to represent and share elements of Metis culture including: pride of culture, family reconnection and reconciliation, sacredness of place, and empathy and acknowledgement. All

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Smoky Lake Fall Market a Popular Destination Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Summerlike temperatures positively affected the overall success of the Smoky Lake Fall Market on October 3.

It was plus 21 degrees Celsius for most of the day.

The event, hosted by the Smoky Lake Agricultural Society, featured a variety of family-friendly activities including the farmer’s market, a scarecrow contest, art walk, spinning wheel demonstration, displays, and garage sales.

There were around 50 vendors with booths outside and inside of the Smoky Lake Complex offering fresh produce to garlic dip to baking to hand-sewn items to jewellery to pottery to garden art to photography to face masks, and more.

Art Walk Curator Dawn Marie Marchand talked about the “homesteader theme” interactive exhibit which featured six vignettes where visitors could take selfies. Marchand said she, along with other local artists wanted to create this exhibition so families could feel safe and engaged all at the same time. “We wanted to

Métis Crossing - CONTINUED from PAGE 8 that is done through interpretive and cultural experiences.

One recent example of that is ‘Walk in Our Mocs’ Métis Archery Program taught by grandparents who talk about their way of life through survival on the land, a way of life within the Historic Victoria District National Historic Site.

They have offered a traditional Métis art program called Wall Pockets. These pockets provide storage space for small household or personal items and serve as beautiful decorations. They are made with wool, birch bark, or leather which are decorated with beadwork, embroidery, or porcupine quills.

This winter they will be offering ‘Tales of the Trapline Experience’ that explores traditional Métis winter activities and skills on the river lot farm where you can set a snare, build a survival shelter, strap on snowshoes, and learn a traditional art.

They will also be building a 4.86-megawatt solar field on the north end of the property as well as a bison paddock, both of which are slated to come onstream in the summer of 2021.

Marois is also excited to be working with the Government of Alberta and the Smoky Lake municipalities as a contributing partner and destination in their Economic Strategy.

According to preliminary economic impact, projections show the potential for between 300 and 700 jobs in the region over the next 10 years.

Art Walk Curator Dawn Marie Marchand beside her mixed media ’10 Stix’ creation. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

add something different to the mix.” They also wanted to boost morale as it has been a very difficult year with COVID-19 and its health restrictions.

Fibre Artist Lindsay Robb was busy spinning wool on her 200-year-old wheel inside of the Smoky Lake Complex.

Robb, who also refurbishes spinning wheels, said it is not a dying art and there are quite a few mills currently in existence in the province.

Robb first started spinning wool as a member of a guild while living overseas more than nine years ago. She loves the art of spinning and sharing her knowledge with others and encourage people to give it a try.

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Hi-Way Registries Gives out Road Safety Tips Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Cheryl Jebb is the Owner of Hi-Way Registries in Vegreville. She knows all of the ins and outs of the motor vehicle industry and recently shared invaluable information when it comes to driving, and highlighted some of the current challenges and common road safety issues.

“Some common challenges that drivers face when it comes to road safety are what we have been seeing a lot of is cell phone use. Now that they implicated merit points for distracted driving which can also include drinking coffee or other habits, I believe the fine went up to almost $300 and three demerit points. So, there are some drivers who have lost their licence because of demerit points because of cell phone use.

“The advice I would give young drivers is don’t be on your cell phone and don’t speed.

If you do any of these things and get a cell phone ticket, we heard from the insurance company that they can double to triple your premium from that ticket alone.

Also, people need to pay attention when they are driving. RCMP can go right beside you when you are on the road to see exactly what you are doing. They can look right inside your vehicle and they are checking.

But I also find the pedestrians have very poor habits too. I watched a pedestrian crossing the street and they don’t always look to see if a vehicle is coming and they just keep walking.

Another challenge has been that it’s harder to do road tests this summer because of the roads blocked off because of the construction.

The other safety issue is the light by the crosswalk on 5046-50 Avenue. I find this dangerous as people don’t slow down on this highway and they drive 70 to 80 km an hour. I understand that an ambulance has to speed but there is a lot of RCMP going to a scene and the school is close by and a child could get hit. Drivers need to slow down until they pass the crosswalk.”

Jebb said soon they will be able to offer driver train-

Cheryl Jebb, Owner of Hi-Way Registries in Vegreville.

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ing, and that will be a great asset to the community.

Jebb said the two most common driver’s licences people get are the Class 5 GDL Basic and Class 5 Advanced. “Drivers go from the first step which is a Class 7 Learners to a Class 5 Basic. They have to be two years in a probationary period in a Class 5 and then after this, they can take an advanced road test and become a full Class 5 driver,” Jebb said.

Jebb went on to say they don’t have any statistics but mainly the people going for their Class 5 are usually from 16 years old to 18. “Generally people from 18-24 take the advanced test. You don’t have to get off of your basic Class 5 licence, you can stay as a GDL driver. If people take the advanced road test, the advantages are they are eligible to upgrade to a commercial licence. Another advantage is people have less demerit points with a basic Class 5 licence. A basic licence is only allowed eight demerit points and full class 5 is 15. Also when you are in the basic, you have zero alcohol tolerance. If the RCMP can smell alcohol in your vehicle, they can pull you over.

Impaired Driving Remains a Signi Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Impaired driving continues to be an area of concern for Vegreville RCMP. Staff/Sgt Terry Hyggen says, “Drinking and Driving remains a significant area of concern. The Vegreville RCMP Detachment will continue with robust efforts to deter this.”

Thus far in 2020 Vegreville

Detachment has charged 17 drivers with impaired driving, and there are two additional files still under investigation.

Impaired drivers can expect their vehicles to be impounded and licences suspended. If convicted, impaired drivers can expect significant fines and even jail time for subsequent or aggravated circumstances.

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Cell Phone Use While Driving Leading Cause of Collisions

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent RCMP Constable Jason Lappa said the laws on cell phone usage while driving varies slightly from province to province in Canada.

“I will explain the laws in Alberta and I will touch on comparing other provinces in a few areas. The law is straightforward, if anyone driving a vehicle is observed holding a cell phone in their hand in Alberta; they are committing an offence and can be charged accordingly.”

“Regarding the public ever being able to use their cell phone while driving, the quick answer is no, but what if you’re involved in an emergency situation where 911 had to be called? It is likely in most situations that stopping and safely calling would always be the best option to stop any possible distraction and/or causing a collision.

Police officers conduct enforcement watching for drivers holding a cell phone in their hand in Alberta which is the number 1 and only element required to charge a driver even if they were only holding the phone and doing nothing with it.

Anytime someone observes a driver holding a cell phone in their hand they should call 911 and report the driver,

giving a description of the driver, licence plate information, last location, and current direction of travel if possible.

“Drivers charged with distracted driving could have been talking to some-

one, texting, emailing, reading, watching videos, programming an address into GPS, checking the time or doing other activities, however, none of that matters as the only element of an offence officers are looking for is the driver holding the cell phone in their hand while driving a vehicle.

a Significant Concern in Vegreville

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Vehicles may be impounded for three days for first offences, or seven days for second offences or for novice drivers, and 30 days for suspended drivers (first offence) or 60 days for suspended drivers (second offence).

Costs associated with impoundment are determined by the tow company.

Licence suspensions range from three days to 90 days dependant on

the level of blood alcohol, and status of licence. Police do not implement demerits or penalties - this is determined by registries and the courts.

Mandatory Alcohol Screening legislation authorizes the taking of roadside breath samples at the discretion of the investigating member.”

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To be charged the vehicle must be in a traveling lane of traffic flow which includes being stopped at a traffic light, stop sign, or even in a drive-thru as collisions have occurred there due to cell phone distraction.

“Cell phone and Distracted driving laws first came into effect in Canada in 2008 with some provinces enacting the law later than others gradually over a period of time.

“Currently in Alberta the fine is $300 with three demerits attached to the driver’s licence. The fines have increased over the years with Alberta almost doubling, and some provinces like Ontario have fines starting over $600. Manitoba has even added three to seven-day suspensions of a driver’s licence on top of fines and demerits as distracted driving was the leading cause of collisions in recent years. The fines can increase with a second and third offence in some provinces with fines reaching up to $3,000 if disputed in court and the driver found guilty.

“A driver holding or using a cell phone impairs and slows the driver’s capability and reaction time the same way as alcohol so it needs to be treated as such and respected.

Distracted driving has become the number one cause of collisions in most provinces.

“Switching your phone into silent or airplane mode while driving will assist in not hearing a call or text come in and avoid the temptation to grab the phone and save you a collision or worse from happening,” Cst. Lappa added.

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Mundare Town Councillor Receives Prestigious AUMA Service Award Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Mundare Town Councillor Irene Talaga was presented with her AUMA Distinguished Service Award on October 6 by Mayor Mike Saric.

Every year the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, (AUMA) recognizes elected officials in urban municipalities

throughout Alberta who have served 20 years or more. Talaga has served the community in her capacity as councillor for 22 years.

She has also served her community in a variety of different ways sitting on numerous volunteer boards including the curling club, ag. society, minor hockey and minor ball, recreation centre, centennial committee as well as the Royal Purple and the Roman Catholic Women’s League.

Previously, she sat as a school board trustee with Lamont County, serving two terms of office. That was prior to regionalization. “At that time, we had a high school, so it was exciting time.”

Talaga said that receiving the award, “It was definitely a big honour for me, and I’m very pleased to receive it.”

Laughing, Irene said, “It does not seem that long that I have served the community.” She began serving on council back in 1986. I ran at that time for 15 years, and then I took a break, and I guess deep down it’s just in my heart. I’ve always been interested in our town and hoping to see it prosper, and so I thought I could con- Mundare Town Councillor Irene Talaga with her AUMA Service tribute towards it, so I went back on council.”

Award. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) Irene said she has had the pleasure of working Committee. “I had a very hardworking with great mayors and good council members.

“I would definitely say we’ve always had a good relationship, committee. We paid that off in no time. and I think we had good teamwork, and I think this is what I can really say the ones that sat on that board they have to be tired when they makes your town prosper.”

What has been most rewarding is meeting people and heard my voice because what can we do developing friendships. “We all come from different walks of for a fundraise? We had everything life and so forth. For sure, the respect we have towards each from bingos to dinners and comedy other. That a big part. It’s fun to be part of a team when you nights to Halloween dances. But we did get that paid for, and it’s awesome, and definitely have the respect for each other.”

At one-time, government money and grants were readily well used today.”

As to what sticks out in her mind? available so at that time we were able to build a new admin building, rec. centre, fire hall, and we developed Ukraina “You know politics in a small town is different than big city. Very much so.

Park because the money and programs were there for us.”

One of the highlights was chairing the Spray Water Park You can come uptown and you will definitely have somebody ask you about a town matter. Which in Edmonton or whatever large city you probably don’t get that. But you always have someone comment about something or ask a question which I’m very fine with.”

Overall, “It’s been really rewarding. I hope I made an impact in my position serving the community. It’s been awesome.” As to how long she plans to continue serving? “At this time, I really don’t know. I’m thinking retirement and then I’m thinking…It definitely gets in your blood. I don’t know.”

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In-Person Attendance Only During Budget Talks

Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Town of Vegreville is giving residents the opportunity to attend budget meetings in-person.

However, the option to view budget meetings via live stream is not being offered to residents.

In a post on the town’s website it states, “Due to the length of budget deliberations and the conversational style of the meetings, town council has decided not to stream the meetings to avoid discussion being taken out of context. Instead, town council has decided to host meetings in the Social Centre so any number of residents can watch the meetings while safely distancing from others.”

Kaleb Brink, Communications Coordinator for the Town of Vegreville, explained, “Because budget meetings are 4-7 hours long per session, town council feels they can’t maintain the meeting through Zoom while in these budget discussions. Town council wants to ensure that the public can view these meetings in a valuable format, and because of the difficulties that Zoom presents the only format being made available is in-person.”

He went on to say, “Council feels that

the Zoom meeting format is not conducive to the conversational style of the budget meetings, as these meetings are very informal and can have side-bar conversations happening.

The current limitations of the audio on Zoom and within Chambers and/or the Social Centre would make the ability to have simultaneous conversations impossible for the public to understand. And if a Councillor (or Councillors) are muted and still talking, the public has no chance of hearing the question/clarification they are communicating. “ According to the council meeting video policy, that was adopted April 15, the goal is to “allow better accessibility of these meetings to a larger audience. The process will allow more flexible and convenient access to council debate and decision. Live streaming and posting recorded video eliminates geographic and time barriers which may prevent the public from attending council meetings, allowing for greater transparency and public confidence in the integrity and accountability of the decision-making process.”

Brink also pointed out, “A Chamber renovation project is up for discussion in the 2021 budget that will allow for all meetings of council to be lives streamed in a more professional manner.”

The first budget meeting is slated for October 22 at 9 am.

That is when preliminary capital budget items and a fouryear plan will be discussed.

The next budget meeting is scheduled for Nov. 18 at 9 am when the draft capital budget and four-year plan will be presented.

The final budget meeting is scheduled for Nov. 19 at 9 am.

That is when a draft departmental operating budget and two year operating plan will be presented along with schedules of proposed tax splits, schedule of assessments, schedule for estimated taxes, and final tax ratios.

Seasonal Snow Plow Operators Emcon Services is currently seeking Seasonal snow plow operators For the Vegreville, Two Hills, and Lamont areas. For the 2020 /21 winter season.

Job duties may include but are not limited to:

Road patrols, snow plowing, sign, pot hole and guardrail repairs Ability to work extended hours and weekends and respond 24 hrs a day when required

Applicants must have min valid Class 3 driver’s license Emcon Services Inc. offers competitive wages and maintains a substance abuse policy.

Please email or apply in person to Jim Mears 14403 Hwy 16 service Rd Vegreville AB: Emcon Services Inc. Attn. Jim Mears Email: wmears@emconservices.ca

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Historical Building Demolished in Innisfree Michelle Pinon News Advertiser One of Innisfree’s longstanding structures was demolished this past week.

Village of Innisfree Mayor Deborah McMann said, “The building was

Massey Harris Dealership and Repair Shop. Unfortunately, there is no historical information or photos in the Village’s archives, but the age of the building is believed to date as far back as the 1930s.

The building also served as the public works shop for the Village and has sat

was recommended in that report that the building be demolished due to unsafe structure,” noted McMann.

At the July 21 council meeting the contractor was selected to carry out the demolition of the building. “The total cost of the demolition was quoted at an estimated cost of $29,400 and is being funded through MSI, (Municipal Sustainability Infrastructure) capital grant funding,” added McMann

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2 - Mahindra Tractors ● Side by Side ● Firewood Processor ● 3 pt Equipment ● Seacan c/w Butcher Equipment ● 2W Cattle Penning ● Huge Amount of Woodworking Tools ● 5 Flat Deck Trailers and MUCh MOrE TRACTORS SELL 1 PM SHARP - HUGE AMOUNT TO SELL OF GOOD QUALITY SUBJECT TO ADDITIONS & DELETIONS LOADING SALE DAY AND DAY AFTER THE SALE ONLY

This building had been a fixture on main street in Innisfree for many decades but was torn down by BK Demolition last week. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)

unsightly and hazardous, and it was often brought up to the Village by community members.”

The Village could not confirm the age of the building, which was located at 5207- 50 Ave. At one time it was a

vacant for approximately six years.

“The decision to demolish the building was made by Village council, yes.

However, there was an infrastructure audit that was completed in 2016, as a result of the Viability Review Study. It

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Tributes

MATAN, Ernie December 13, 1939 - October 15, 2018 Loved always and missed beyond measure.

In loving memory, Audrey & Family

In loving memory of KUCHER, Eva who passed away October 9, 1993 Our family circle has been broken, A link gone from our chain; But though we’re parted for a while, We know we’ll meet again.

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

We shall meet with many a loved one That was torn from our embrace, We shall listen to their voices, And behold them face to face.

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

Forever loved and missed everyday Anthony, Elaine, Hasanna, Hailey Corey, Cody

In Loving Memory of FODOR, Tisha Marie January 30, 1955 - October 14, 2010 God has you in His arms We have you IN OUR Hearts LOVE YOU MORE XOXO

CARD OF THANKS POLISCHUK, Peter On Behalf of the Family of Peter Polischuk, We would like to thank everyone for the Flowers, Baking, Food Platters, Cards, Messages and also the Donations to Mary Immaculate Foundation sent during this difficult time. Thank you to Autumn Rose Funeral Home for their Guidance and Assistance.

Also a Special Thank You to the Kind and Caring Souls of The Lamont Health Care Centre.

May His Memory Be Eternal.

Peter, Cindy, Jordan & Jaden

MEMORIAM

SEMENIUK, Clarence (Ray) October 6, 1935 - October 16, 2017 Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday unseen unheard But always near Still Loved still missed and very dear Deeply missed Love you always Wife Fran, Children, Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren

OBITUARY

PROCINSKY, Fred David On October 3, 2020, Fred David Procinsky of St. Michael, AB, passed away at the age of 70 years.

Fred is survived by his loving wife, Pat; stepdaughter, Tracy (Rylee) of Lamont, AB; three grandchildren, Chase, Hunter and Arya; and brother, Bill (Bev) of Fort Saskatchewan, AB. Predeceased by his father, Philip; and mother, Eugenia; and numerous family members.

Funeral Service was held Tuesday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. at Old Wostok Centenary, 563017 RR#182.

Reverend Alexios Surayev officiated with interment in the Church Cemetery.

In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to the Lamont Health Care Centre or Holy Trinity (Old Wostok) Church.

Service took place at Centenary location north of Church, RR#182.

Photos, memories, and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com.

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MATICHUK, John O. In loving memory of a very special father and Gido, John Matichuk, who passed away October 18, 2006.

Today recalls the memory Of a loved one gone to rest, And those who think of him today Are those who loved him best.

The flowers we lay upon his grave May wither and decay, But the love for him who lies beneath Will never fade away.

Love Sonia, Karen, Joe and Cody

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KACHMAR, Terry It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Terry Kachmar on October 9, 2020, at the age of 60.

Terry was born in Two Hills, Alberta to Parents George and Ina Kachmar on December 27, 1959. Left to cherish Terry’s memory is his mother Ina, brother Ken (Carol), sister Debbie (John), nieces Keana, Kennedy and Shaughnessy, nephew Xavier, special friend Kathy, and many wonderful friends and colleagues. He is predeceased by his father George, his grandparents William and Sophia Kachmar and Paul and Pearl Gushnowski.

Terry worked his way up the corporate ladder in Oil Field Inspection with Tubescope/NDT, spending many years in senior management positions and finally retiring after 35 years in June 2016 as the CEO. Terry was well known for his dedication and hard work throughout his career, but also enjoyed travelling, snowmobiling, time at the lake quadding and boating, fixing machines, playing cards and visiting with family and friends. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to all who have reached out to them during this difficult time. Public Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 13, 2020 from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Funeral Home, Vegreville. Due to COVID restrictions, the Funeral Mass is private by invitation from the Family and will be held on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 5705 51 Street, Vegreville, with burial to follow at New Kiew Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to the Cross-Cancer Institute in Edmonton or the New Kiew Holy Ascension Ukrainian Catholic Church in Terry’s name Live streaming of the funeral and burial will be available on the Park Memorial website, accessed via Terry’s obituary. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM

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What I feel most fulfilled by in this

profession is helping families. When someone dies, families must put their

complete and utter trust in a funeral director to look after their loved one

with dignity and respect. That’s where I come in to help.

For me, caring for the deceased is the last important act of compassion and

humanity I can provide for both the deceased and their family.

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MEMORIAM

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Serving the Vegreville community with respect and integrity.

“I have passion for my profession, and that passion expresses itself as genuine empathy and determined excellence. I will always care, always serve.” Park Memorial Funeral Home is proud to introduce Ashley Paton, licensed funeral director and embalmer, now serving in the community of Vegreville.

24hrs: 780-632-2000 Toll Free: 1-877-632-2111 4814 – 50 Street / P.O. Box 458 Vegreville, AB

www.parkmemorial.com

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Fall Floral Arrangement Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Amanda Rutherford worked as a florist for over 30 years.

“Being a florist is a fun and creative career; it is a good outlet for a person’s creative juices. I got into it because I always had the flair and knack to do this type of work.”

Amanda enjoyed being a florist so much that she continues to make floral arrangements around her home and yard.

Amanda Rutherford with her son, Gavin Rutherford besides the floral arrangement Amanda created.

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Kathy’s

40 YEARS EXPERIENCE

Dog Training Innisfree

Private and Group Lessons Basic to Advanced Training

780-592-2360 kathysclasses50@gmail.com

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A new Leash in Life Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Dave Veldkamp’s 10-month-old golden retriever Austin loves to go for walks in the fallen leaves. So, Dave makes sure to take Austin for a walk twice a day.

This ensures they both get some physical activity and fresh air while they enjoy the fall scenery in Vegreville.

Dave Veldkamp with Austin.

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COMMUNITY COUNSELLING Vegreville & District FCSS

Affordable telephone and video sessions are available!

Our counsellor is ready to help you get through the challenges that life throws your way. Learn how to: Reduce conflicts and improve relationships.

Understand family dynamics.

Set healthy boundaries.

Handle difficult emotions and decrease stress.

TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT CALL FCSS 780-632-3966

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MLA Hosts Finance Minister Toews during Budget Consultation Tour

Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville While Albertans have been out enjoying the beautiful fall weather, a lot has been going on in government. I wanted to take this opportunity to update you on all that has been happening.

This past week was Animal Health Week. Animal Health Week gives us a chance to highlight the importance of veterinary care to our economy and celebrate the hard-working rural veterinarians who call our province home. I know that veterinarians in Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville work tirelessly to ensure that our livestock are healthy.

Thanks to their work throughout the years, our agriculture sector is strong and will continue to be strong as we fight our way out of the pandemic.

On Tuesday, Associate Minister of Natural Gas and Electricity Dale Nally announced a new plan for diversifying and growing Alberta’s natural gas industry that will position our province as a post-pandemic powerhouse for responsible energy development. This directly affects our constituency of Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville, as earlier this year, ATCO announced that they have been awarded $2.8 million in funding from Emissions Reduction Alberta Natural Gas Challenge to advance a brand-new hydrogen blending project in Fort Saskatchewan. This project recently began construction and will use domestically-produced natural gas

to form hydrogen for energy consumption. Community support and engagement is important to this project.

ATCO sees it as integral to their operations. I am excited for projects like this that will bring jobs and economic diversification to our constituency. I am also excited to see Alberta continue to demonstrate leadership in emissions reduction technology and continue to produce the cleanest and most ethical energy products in the world. I am proud that my constituency of Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville is involved in this innovative project and look forward to watching it develop.

Also this week, I was honoured to host Finance Minister Travis Toews in our constituency, as he continues his Budget 2021 consultation tour with Albertans. I believe Budget 2021 should continue our government’s focus on cutting wasteful spending, keeping taxes low, and streamlining operations. At the same time, we need to continue to support the core services Albertans rely on, while also investing in families and businesses. This was a productive meeting with constituents as Minister Toews was able to listen to their priorities and concerns. It’s important that Budget 2021 reflect the people and priorities of our great province, so I urge anyone with thoughts about the budget to reach out to me and share your ideas.

Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk MLA for Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville

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Vegreville Royal Purple Ladies Donate to Vegreville Preschool

In the front row from left to right are: Marge Henderson, Shirley Rattray, Daralyn Lawrence, Treasurer and Registrar for the Vegreville Preschool Association, Raeanne Yackimec, Preschool Administrator, and Clara Nawrot. In the back row from left to right are: Enid Theophile, Ann Markowsky, Rose Hook, Nora Paquette, Marian Lemiski, Marion Baxandall, Stacey Mynsak, Janet Kobylnyk, and Anne Stefancik. Missing from the photo are: Joyce Porayko, Effie Lazowski, and Susan Stecyk. (Rupert Mullins/Submitted Photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge No. 125 Ladies presented the Vegreville Preschool Association with a donation of $1,000 on September 22.

Colours of Fall in Vegreville

Notice of Public Hearing Village of Innisfree Council

The Village of Innisfree is holding a Public Hearing on Tuesday, October 20, 2020 at 5:00 PM and will be held at the Village of Innisfree Council Chambers located at 5116 - 50 Avenue.

The nature of business to be discussed is as follows: 1. Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 646-20 – Cannabis Production & Distribution 2. Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 655-20 – C3 – Highway Commercial: Change in Permitted and Discretionary Uses As per the Municipal Government Act Section 692 (1), Village Council is required to hold a public hearing as part of the process to approve or amend a land use bylaw or other statutory plans. The purpose is to receive comments on related land use and rezoning applications. All hearings are open to the general public and your attendance is encouraged as they are an opportunity to let Village Council know your views on various issues regarding land use and development. You are encouraged to submit your comments in writing to the Village Office prior to a hearing. Written submissions which have been received before the designated meeting time will be included in the report for the Public Hearing.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions, the Village of Innisfree will allow virtual attendance via Teleconference. Should you wish to virtually attend, please phone 780-581-3380. To attend via other electronic means, please contact the Village Administration Office prior to the Public Hearing.

Copies of the Amendment Bylaw 646-20 and Amendment Bylaw 655-20 will be available online at www.innisfree.ca or at the Village of Innisfree Administration Office.

Thank you.

Mayor and Council

The trees in Vegreville showcasing their many colours in the fall.

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The colours of fall are so delightful. On October 8, I stopped to look at the trees by homes and churches in Vegreville which were showcasing many shades of red, green, and gold.