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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Alberta Health Services has confirmed it is working to open a COVID-19 testing site in Vegreville. “We are collaborating with the town to do this as they are providing the space. As the site becomes available, it will be included in the online self-assessment and booking tool, accessible to all eligible Albertans for booking,”stated Melissa Ballantyne, Manager of the Central Zone with AHS Communications &
Community Engagement. “We anticipate this site will be ready for appointments in midNovember,” noted Ballantyne. As to how and why the testing site was chosen for Vegreville, Ballantyne said, “Our public health teams regularly assess the zone from an access perspective, and a gap had been identified between Vegreville and Vermilion in terms of our goal of working to have access within a 100 kilometer
radius.” Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee reacted to the news by saying, “We are very happy that AHS will be opening a testing site in town for the citizens of our community, which means not just town proper, but all the smaller communities that we serve as the hub in this region. I know a lot of parents with school-age children are struggling right now to drive an hour to Camrose or St. Paul and back, so
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Century Park Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19 See page 3 for story
Vegreville Rangers Take One Year Leave of Absence See page 13 for story
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RCMP files from October 12 - 18 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser October 12 13:29 – Report of a hit and run at a business in Mundare. Complainant reports that a orange Dodge truck hit his Infinity Q50 car and the drove off. CCTV showed the incident. Both drivers were contacted and will be exchanging information. October 13 04:25 – Report of a suspicious person on a bicycle in Vegreville. The person stopped and was talking to someone in a black GMC truck. Both left shortly after. Patrols were made but turned up negative. 12:48 – Report of a child pull-behind cart (trail along bike) that is white in colour with one wheel that hooks behind a bicycle was stolen from a residence in Vegreville. Under investigation. 13:01 – Members responded to a report of a female threatening a male with a carving knife. The caller indicated that the female was high on Meth and was running around making threats. Members attended and arrested the 58 year old female who was later released with conditions and documents for court on charges of uttering threats and assault. 13:19 – Members responded to a disturbance north of Vegreville. A 45 year old male was reported to be intoxicated and yelling at neighbours and who had broken a window. When members arrived they found out the male had left with a 44 year old female. The couple was located soon after and the 44 year old female was arrested on outstanding warrants and the male was sent on his way (there was no window broken). The female was arrested and lodged overnight until her fines (resulting from a no-insurance ticket) were paid. *** Note: This arrest resulted from a ticket for no insurance. The arrest warrant is known as a “Form 21” warrant and is issued as a result of being convicted for operating with no insurance. This can be due to the individual being in court and being convicted or not showing up to court. The penalty is typically around $2800 or 45 days in jail as determined by the courts. October 14 11:17 – Traffic stop conducted in Vegreville. It was determined that the 64 year old driver from Sylvan Lake did no have a valid registration card on
hand. The driver was provided with a ticket for failing to produce a valid certificate of registration carrying a voluntary penalty of $324. 15:02 – Traffic stop conducted in Vegreville. The 40 year old female driver did not have a valid drivers license and was ticketed accordingly. The ticket carries a voluntary penalty of $324.
October 15
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October 16
20:03 – Report of a concerning text received by the complainant’s friend. When the complainant tried to contact the friend, there was no response. It had been two hours and the complainant was concerned. Members attended the residence and located the friend who was intoxicated, at home with her husband, and it was determined the text was based up on a paper cut the friend had inflicted upon herself. 20:08 – Multiple calls during the week regarding dead animals on the highway. *** These are calls that should be directed to Emcon unless criminal activity is suspected. 21:43 – While on patrol, members identified a known male who was on conditions and known to have warrants. Members attempted to arrest the male on outstanding warrants, but the male fled on his bicycle. The 30 year old male is currently being sought on his warrants by the Vegreville detachment.
October 17
10:08 – Members responded to a request at local lodging establishment where and adult male had locked his mother out of a room they were sharing. Members attended and mediated the situation with a lengthy discussion with the male after which the male left the room with his dog and his mother was able to return. 11:19 – Report of theft items from a vehicle in Vegreville. It was reported that a vehicle was entered and cigarettes, loose change and gasoline were stolen. Members tried to contact the complainant but after several attempts were unsuccessful. 13:25 - Traffic stop conducted on Hwy 16 near Mundare. A grey Ford Mustang was travelling 148 kmph in a 110 kmph zone. The 24 year old male was provided a speeding ticket carrying a voluntary penalty of $348. 16:48 – Report of a vehicle passing a parked school bus when the red crossing lights were flashing. The 88 year old owner/driver was identified and spoken to. After discussions with the driver and the complainant it was determined that a request for a driver’s fitness test (license review) was the best course of action.
03:40 – While on patrol, members observed a vehicle located at a residence where the owner of the vehicle is on court--imposed conditions to not attend. Members located the individual who was arrested for breaching his conditions and later released with documents for court and additional conditions. 14:23 – While on patrol in Vegreville, members witnessed a driver who was known to be prohibited from driving. Members attempted to stop the vehicle but the driver attempted to evade. Members followed the driver to his residence where he was arrested for dangerous operation and driving while prohibited. The male was released with documents for court.
October 18
18:11 – Report of a break and enter at a rural Lamont County property near TWP 515 and Hwy 855. Bicycles, tools and other items were taken. Under investigation. This week members dealt with approximately 20 files which involved the same 5 clients.
During the week there were 80 calls for service made in total including: 2 false alarms, 0 false 911s, 3 animal strikes, 3 wellbeing checks and approximately 16 tickets from traffic enforcement.
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Century Park Employee Tests Positive for COVID-19 Michelle Pinon News Advertiser “We can’t let our guard down,” stated Vegreville Town Councillor Marielle Brodziak during the Oct. 6 Legislative Committee Meeting. Brodziak was referring to COVID-19, and went on to say, an employee of a seniors’ facility in Vegreville had tested positive for the virus. She also said the numbers would not be included in the
tional measures were implemented through the site’s pandemic response plan and with the guidance of Alberta Health Services’ Medical Officer of Health (MOH). Such measures, including proactive swabbing of all staff and residents, temporary visitor restrictions and postponing all group activities for residents, are over and above the precautions. Optima Living has had in place
number of case counts for Vegreville as the employee resides outside of the town. “One staff member at Century Park tested positive for COVID-19 on October 2,” confirmed Melissa Ballantyne, Manager of Central Zone AHS Communications & Community Engagement. Ballantyne added, “Proper personal protective Equipment (PPE) was in place during the staff member’s time in the facility prior to them isolating at home and going for testing. The risk of exposure to others is considered low. There have been no additional cases at the site. As a precaution, a number of addi-
throughout the pandemic to try and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Alberta Health Services remains in close contact with our partners at Century Park to monitor the situation. The health and safety of residents and staff are a shared priority and AHS will continue to support our continuing care partners like Optima Living during these difficult times. Continuous masking of staff and visitors – once restrictions are lifted – will continue, as will regular screening of staff and residents for COVID-19 symptoms. Visitors will also continue to complete a screening prior to entering the facility.”
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When America Sneezes Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion Some of our readers will recognize the phrase “when America sneezes, the world catches a cold.” Not everyone knows the origin of this phrase or its meaning. The phrase actually is said to have been coined in the Napoleonic era by Prussian diplomat Klemens Wenzel Furst von Metternich. The phrase was originally “when France sneezes, the whole of Europe catches a cold,” due to the France’s influence during the time. Since becoming a world power, the new version of the saying has become the norm for many. This seems to be especially true in Canada. With the US as our neighbours and our largest trading partner, we are particularly sensitive to things happening in the US. Some people who are unaware of this fact seem to think that we in Canada make our own decisions and our neighbour to the south is irrelevant. Unfortunately if your neighbour next door held a “rager” with 500 attendees, or lit their house ablaze, it would become a significant issue to you. With COVID, we can see this first hand in some areas such as travel and tourism. The upcoming US Presidential Election is poised to be even more significant. The two presidential candidates, Donald Trump and Joe Biden are in
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many ways, polar opposites on most topics. On the topic of energy, Trump promises more pipelines, more oil exploration and reduced red tape. In contrast, Joe Biden would put a moratorium on new fracking, cancel the Keystone XL pipeline and invest heavily in clean energy. Additionally Biden has suggested “green tariffs” what would punish countries failing to cut emissions. With regards to trade, it seems that Biden is more favorable to Canada with commitments to reverse many of Trump’s aggressive moves against allies of the US in areas such as steel and aluminum. There is also the possibility that Biden would bring the US back to the table for the Pan-Pacific trade pact. Canada faces challenges on defense regardless of who is the next president. While Trump has been very forward with NATO allies regarding defense spending, Biden may also push Canada to step up our part in defending the continent, specifically the Arctic. We all know that Canada is in the middle of the conflict between China and the US with regards to Huawei. Canadian’s are in Chinese jails and our canola, pork and beef exports have also been subject to seemingly random disruption by the Chinese government. While Trump seems to be a blunt instrument in this conflict, Biden has articulated that he wishes to join with democratic allies in finding a way to coexist with an increasingly forceful China. On immigration the differences are stark. Trump plans to continue his restrictive visa and immigration stance which puts pressure on Canadian borders. Biden on the other hand would reverse Trump’s visa restrictions and increase the number of refugees entering the US. Some of our issues related to the close connection we have to the US can be solved internally with stronger policies and better decisions. For instance, we can close the loopholes in our own border regulations and drive our own decisions on funding Arctic defense rather than being forced to. We can also become less dependent on the US trade and pipelines by increasing our own internal markets and access to our tidewater on our three coasts. This has proven to be effective in part with COVID-19 and travel restrictions from the US with their infection rate which is almost 5x that of Canada While we have no influence on what happens with the US election, it is foolish to think it has no bearing on us. As a global leader, other nations tend to follow America. What happens in America affects the rest of the world, be it for good or bad. This is especially true for Canada where, when America sneezes, Canada catches a cold. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
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Paving the Way for Vegreville Residents Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Crews with Border Paving installed the gravel, base coat, and top coat of asphalt this past week to complete the Town of Vegreville’s 2020 Capital Works Project. Kerena Sorochan, Planning & Development Co-ordinator with the Town of Vegreville, stated, “Overall the Town is very pleased that the project is now complete and we were able to get both lifts of asphalt down before the weather turned. The project was a little slower than anticipated as the contractors battled with weather early on and scheduling other projects along with ours. I would like to take a moment to show my appreciation to everyone for their patience during this project especially the staff and families that attend AL Horton and the Vegreville Pre School. This area was very congested during pick up and drop off times and we appreciate your understanding during the project wrap up.” The budget for this project is a total $1,587,000.
Border Paving employees at work Oct. 15. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
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from the pages of the vegreville observer
Compiled by Dan Beaudette
90 Years Ago – October 22, 1930
The Cold Lake highway was the subject of the discussion of the Chamber of Commerce meeting. Various methods were proposed to gain the support of the interested municipal districts, but it was decided that the government should be approached in the near future with the object of finding out what assistance they would give to the scheme of doing preparatory gravel work on the road from Vegreville to Duvernay. Mail has been carried for several years by stage from Lamont to Andrew by C. Littlechild of Whitford. A change will take place in a few days as the new train on the C.P.R. will carry the mail. Another fire occurred in Andrew some days ago, when John S. Shandro lost his valuable house and all the contents from an overheated stovepipe. Lavoy is in darkness these nights as the street lights which were damaged by the snow storm, have not yet been repaired. Fifteen of the choice buffalo of Elk Island Park are shortly to be transported to Banff National Park states Superintendent A. W. Coxford. The fifteen are comprised of ten cows and five bulls.
75 Years Ago – October 24, 1945
The destiny of the Alaska Highway has been settled for the time being, according to an announcement made by Hon. St. Laurent in the House of Commons. The Canadian Army takes over the highway on April 1st and the RCAF will take over the Northwest Air Stage Route on June 1st. Innisfree welcomed home another soldier from overseas last week, Cpl. Bob Manull returned after more than four years’ service. The Vancouver Province says actually, habitual criminals are among the most expensive of Luxuries. Figures show that 188 “repeaters” in our Canadian prisons, having spent a total of 2,037 years in confinement cost the nation for maintenance $1,348,130.76. With conviction costs their total bill comes to $4,607,090.00 an average cost to the taxpayer of $25,453.24 apiece. Berliners now are getting white bread made from Canadian wheat. Military government officials here said that about 5,000 bushels of Canadian wheat were coming into the city monthly either as flour or grain to be milled here. The wheat comes from grain stores built up by the allies during the last few years for emergency requirements.
50 Years Ago – October 22, 1970
Virgil Moshansky became Vegreville’s eleventh elected mayor last Wednesday and takes over the chair vacated by John Koshuta and more recently by interim mayor John Symyrozum. Mrs. McKenzie became the first women to be elected to Vegreville council as she topped the polls in a five-way competition for three seats. McKenzie polled 1030 votes followed by John Huzil with 849 and Larry Ruptash with 764. On Sunday the V.D.M.H.A. held their annual meeting and Mr. Joe Goshko was re-elected President. Remaining positions went to: Zony Cyba, vice-president; John Ursulak, secretary and Bill Slipp re-elected treasurer. Directors: Tom Biglands, George Spak and Bill Karylchuk. Mr. Lawrence Ewanchuk, a 31 year old Lawyer, formerly of Edmonton, has joined the Vegreville law firm of Messrs. Moshansky & Blonsky. He is now associated in the practice of law with Virgil P. Moshansky, Joseph A. Blonsky and W. Randall Fowle. On Tuesday Vegreville journeyed down to Mannville for a series of volleyball games. The Mannville Maidens defeated Vegreville in all three games. The scores were 15-7; 16-4; and 15-2. Meanwhile the Mannville boys found the going a little more difficult, but managed to defeat the Vegreville boys in two out of three games. Ron Dary and Jim Koontz played very well for Mannville and Garnet Harter played well for Vegreville.
25 Years Ago – October 24, 1995
Kate McIver and Christopher Ryall earned the designation of outstanding scientists during a science trip to Kananaskis. The St. Martin’s students were part of the two grade eight classes that spent a week at the University of Calgary field research station near Mount Baldy, studying the land. McIver and Ryall were chosen for the award because they showed outstanding aptitude and knowledge in science. Vegreville Rural Crime Watch Association is attempting a comeback after being dormant for the past few years. “There has been a substantial increase in rural house break and enters,” said Cst. McCreary of the Vegreville Detachment. He added that recent crime statistics have shown a need for better communications between the public and the police in preventing and solving crimes. 290 years of service is what 15 employees at St. Joseph’s Hospital were recognized for. The dedicated staff included Jeannet Sadownyk, 35 years; Arcadia Basisty, 30 years; Pat Febrouski, 25 Years; Henri Dubuc, Marvin Kolodychuk, Lil Koziskie and Mauri Sharun, 20 years; Trudy Englberger, Sandra Froland, Diana Johnson, Joe Korpan, Deb Micklich and Audrey Wilcox, 15 years; Brenda Bauer, Laureen Fedirchuk and Bertha Steil, 10 years.
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Trudeau’s Second Carbon Tax Coming at Worst Possible Time Aaron Wudrick and Franco Terrazzano Troy Media Contributors Whenever Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wants to solve a problem, his solution can’t be to hit families and businesses struggling to get by with even more costs. Yet, that’s exactly the approach Trudeau is taking with his second carbon tax. As Postmedia columnist John Ivison reported, the Trudeau government is getting ready to introduce a second carbon tax through a regulatory regime called the clean fuel standard, which will “require all supplies of fossil fuel to reduce carbon content.” If companies can’t meet the fuel requirement, they’ll have to pay a whopping $350 per tonne carbon tax. Only a few weeks ago, Trudeau promised Canadians that the feds “are not going to be saddling Canadians with extra costs,” and acknowledged that “the last thing Canadians need is to see a rise in taxes right now.” It’s awfully hard to square this claim with his plans to unveil his second carbon tax. At, $350 per tonne, it’s more than 10 times higher than the existing carbon tax upon which it will be layered. And this new carbon tax won’t just harm industry. As University of Calgary economist Jack Mintz pointed out, Trudeau’s second carbon tax “would substantially increase heating and transportation costs for households and businesses.” Mintz isn’t the only economist sounding alarm bells over Trudeau’s second carbon tax. “The proposed CFS regulation will lead to approximately 30,000 job losses nationally and will put approximately $22 billion of capital at risk of exiting the country to avoid investment losses,” according to a report released by Canadians for Affordable Energy. On top of job losses, Trudeau’s second carbon tax will also increase the cost of living by hiking
gasoline costs by 10 to 20 percent and the cost of natural gas by three to four percent. It makes no sense for Trudeau to promise Canadians that he will not saddle us with extra costs, then hammer us with a second carbon tax that will increase fuel bills and destroy jobs at the worst possible time. Adding insult to injury, Trudeau’s second carbon tax will be all economic pain without any environmental gain, as Canada’s own historical experience with carbon taxes has made all too clear. At $40 per tonne, British Columbia has the highest carbon tax in Canada. But the B.C. government’s own numbers show that emissions have shot up 10 per cent in the past three years and risen in five of the last seven years. With Canada only making up 1.5 per cent of global emissions, Trudeau’s newest carbon tax wouldn’t do much to fight climate change even if it brought our economy to a screeching halt. In fact, this a point the prime minister himself acknowledged. “Even if Canada stopped everything tomorrow, and the other countries didn’t have any solutions, it wouldn’t make a big difference,” said Trudeau in a TV interview on Radio-Canada. Considering the original carbon tax, regulations strangling pipelines, the West Coast tanker ban, moving the regulatory goalposts on the Energy East pipeline, and rejecting the Northern Gateway pipeline, the Trudeau government has shown little interest in balancing economic needs with environmental objectives. But layering on a second carbon tax during one of the most challenging periods this generation of Canadians has ever been through shows a depressing lack of empathy and understanding for many struggling businesses and families. Trudeau needs to go back to the drawing board and come up with an environmental plan that doesn’t hammer taxpayers. Aaron Wudrick is the Federal Director and Franco Terrazzano is the Alberta Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Federation.
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Two Hills Swimming Pool Closure Prompts Survey of Residents
The swimming pool in Two Hills has been closed for about a year and has sustained structural damage recently. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Two Hills Swimming Pool has been closed since October of 2019. Ava Clark with the Town of Two Hills said the roof collapsed about a month ago. In response to that, town officials decided to conduct a survey to see what residents would like to have in the way of recreational opportunities in the community. Of the 160 respondents, 75 said they want the swimming pool demolished. They also want to have a recreational option in the future.
want to do with the pool. We just wanted to poll ourselves to see what the community wanted to do. If the society would like the survey information Ewanishan said they would pass it on to them. He added that the society has not approached the town to date. “Again, it’s a real difficult decision to be made.” He said the size of community and what repairs are required are a couple of factors they will need to take into consideration. The swimming pool is owned and operated by the Two Hills & District Pool Authority Association. Representatives of the board have chosen not to publicly comment at this time. According to a post on the Two Hills & District Swimming Pool Facebook page on Oct. 24, 2019, it stated, “Until further notice
Two Hills Swimming Pool will be closed. Due to the cold weather and not having working boilers we are unable to heat the pool. Our wonderful Pool Board is working on ideas and ways to get us up and running. Also, as a reminder, we are always looking for volunteers for BINGO’S and other fundraising events. We also are looking for board members to help out, with ideas, planning, and getting the pool up and running. We need as much community involvement as we can or we may have to look at closing the pool on a more permanent basis. If you support the pool and have ideas or suggestions please reach out. Thank you for your support and we apologize for any inconvenience this has caused.”
Clark said not many towns the size of Two Hills has a swimming pool and that it has been a good asset in the community. Mayor Leonard Ewanishan said the town was seeking input from the community regarding the pool because it could be reverted back to the town if members of the society want to do that. Ewanishan stated, “We wanted the input from the town and surrounding area to see if we could measure what the people wanted to do with it. It has been run by a volunteer group for over 30 years and it falls on them what they
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Royal Canadian Legion No. 39 Calls BINGO Again
Pat Dehid For the News Advertiser Shooting Stars: There are asteroids named for Eric Clapton and each of the Beatles.
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Royal Canadian Legion has been back offering BINGO Night again every Thursday after they closed this event for a while due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Cindy Herbert, BINGO Coordinator said these BINGO Night started to be hosted again on July 30. “We had 33 people attend the BINGO Night on October 15. This is the amount of people who usually attend after the big jackpot was called. People win cash prizes. This BINGO Night is one of our major fundraisers. The money we get from BINGO Nights is controlled through Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Commissions (GLCC). GLCC oversees us. So, if we want to change any of our rules or anything, we have to get approval from GLCC. There are only certain things we can use BINGO money for,” Herbert said. “Finally, we want to acknowledge all our volunteers and people who play BINGO every week as that is what keeps BINGO going.” BINGO participants offered their impressions of the event. Diane Korpan said she has been attending BINGO Night at the legion since 2002. “I like playing BINGO here because it is a small centre and it is nice to associate with the people. It’s good. I don’t win a lot but I do win sometimes.” Ed Korpan said he has been attending also since 2002. “I like going to this event because it is outing. It is a past time.
We never went when we were younger because we couldn’t afford it. But I enjoy it now and I even win sometimes.” Freda Sangrey said she has been attending this event for about six years. “I like going to BINGO Night because I like to get out once in a while. I am retired now and it is something to do and I do win sometimes.”
Freda Sangrey playing BINGO. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
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Keep The Beaver Hills Wild Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Keep the Beaver Hills Wild. That’s the slogan of the Nature Conservancy of Canada’s, (NCC) new marketing and fundraising campaign. The land conservation non-profit organization is asking people to get involved in the opportunity to “make conservation history” by donating funds to help secure and steward the natural areas and species within the Beaver Hills region which covers approximately 1,400 square kilometers. “The campaign to Keep the Beaver Hills Wild will not be accomplished by NCC alone, there are many other land trusts and environmental organizations that operate in this area. Restoration is not a quick process and can take many years so NCC prefers to focus on habitat that is already intact and try to keep it that way, but re-wilding a developed or cultivated property may take years,” stated Carys Ricahrds, Communications Manager for NCC. She went on to say, “The Beaver Hills are literally an island of nature in a sea of modified land. They were created by retreating glaciers at the end of the last ice age and are different in composition than the lands that surround them. They are physically elevated, and because the soil is created from glacial deposit it has not been ideal for agriculture. This is why this area has remained relatively wild while so much of the surrounding landscape has been converted for other uses.”
Ruddy ducks at Astotin property. (Brent Calver/Submitted Photo)
In 2016 the area became a designated the biosphere reserve and world heritage site by UNESCO. It includes a mix of urban and rural residents within the counties of Strathcona, Leduc, Lamont, Beaver, and Camrose. According to NCC, the ecosystem is recognized worldwide as an example of sustainable balance between conservation and development. The area also includes Elk Island National Park and Miquelon Lake Provincial Park that plays host to approximately 300,000 visitors annually from around the globe. John Lounds, President and CEO of the Nature Conservancy of Canada, said, “We are at immediate risk of losing this remarkable natural wonder forever.” According to NCC, the long-term survival of hundreds of species depends upon unrestricted access to wildlife corridors. To date, no less than four large areas within the Beaver Hills have been deemed internationally important bird and diversity areas. In June, NCC secured the purchase of Ball Berg Property, 80 acres (32 hectares) bordering Ministik Game and Bird Sanctuary, Illerbrun, 80 acres (32 hectares) in proximity to existing conservation sites, and Astotin Lake, 156 acres (63 hectares) located directly west of Elk Island National Park. Restoration of Golden Ranches is currently in progress as they are planting native trees and shrubs to a field to restore it back to its natural state. “For many years, local residents, municipalities, and more than 30 organizations have been advocating and investing in
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the conservation of the Beaver Hills, and now they are counting on members of the general public to commit to preserving the area,” added Richards. The Beaver Hills biosphere has been internationally recognized for promoting management, research, and education around conservation and its balance with sustainable human use. Currently, there are over 701 biosphere reserves in 124 countries around the world. Alberta has two biospheres, Beaver Hills and Waterton Lakes National Park.
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Trick or Treating is Allowed this Halloween Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent According to Alberta Health Services, (AHS) children will be permitted to go trick or treating this Halloween. AHS recommends to not go trick-or-treating if you even feel a little bit sick. Choose costumes that you are able to wear a non-medical mask underneath the costume and make sure you can still breathe comfortably. AHS also recommends to not have too much contact with others; trick-or-treat with your family or cohort and within your own community, and stay two metres apart. Also, to avoid touching doorbells or railings, knock instead of using doorbells, use hand sanitizer after touching surfaces, wash hands, and disinfect packages before eating candy. Suggestions for people handing out candy include: don’t hand out candy if you feel sick or are isolating, wear a nonmedical mask that fully covers your nose and
mouth, ask trick-or-treaters to knock or call out instead of ringing the doorbell, and use tongs to hand out pre-packaged candy. Ways they mentioned to maintain distance from trick-or-treaters are hand out treats from your driveway or front lawn, set up a table or desk to help keep yourself distanced, make candy bags and space them on a table, don’t put out loose bulk candy, and to build a non-touch delivery method such as a candy slide or candy catapult. For Halloween parties, stay home if you are not feeling well, spend time with people you know, choose games and activities where people can stay two metres apart, don’t share drinks, food, cigarettes, vapes, or cannabis. Try and host the party outdoors if weather permits. As well, have hand sanitizer available, and to wash or sanitize your hands often.
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Healthy Treats to Kee this Hallow Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Halloween is a time when people of all ages enjoy eating treats and fancy themed desserts. However, if you are looking for healthy options and maybe even organic packaged treats there are alternatives out there. Some grocery stores have an organic aisle where there are many packaged snacks available for purchase. If this section is not available in your local grocery stores, some healthy regular treats that children enjoy are goldfish crackers, garden veggie chips, granola bars and trail mix bars without peanuts in them, pretzel twists, packaged cookies, and crackers with low sugar content in them, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, package cheese string twists, fruit leather bars,
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Fun and Safe Ideas for Halloween During COVID-19 Pandemic Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Halloween this year might include everyone wearing a mask but otherwise, the occasion might look different than it has in past years. This will happen because people have to observe health and safety measures due to COVID-19 Pandemic. But this does not mean Halloween cannot still be fun for children and youth. On a personal level, there were occasions in my life when I was a kid that our mother didn’t want my sister or me to go trick or treating or to parties on Halloween night. But we still had fun. Our mother used to hide candies and treats all over the house and we would try to find the treats. A twist to this type of activity today could be to video the children while they hunt for their treats. As well, our mother would buy us an interesting present, it was sometimes related to Halloween, and other times it wasn’t. Then an idea we thought up on our own was we worn costumes and invented plays which we taped or videotaped when our family owned a camcorder. Healthy Children Org. had different ideas as this site stated that a costume mask cannot take the place of a cloth mask not unless it has multiple layers of breathable fabric and covers the mouth and nose snugly. Do not paint the mask as paint can be
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toxic. Also, people can still have costume parades but it is advisable to do this through video chat, or by hosting an outdoor parade where everyone is six feet apart. Other options this site suggested were to watch scary movies as a family together, decorate
pumpkins, and make some Halloween-themed treats with your children. This site also mentioned that if trick or treating is allowed and people choose to participate in this, they should avoid crowds, wear masks, wash hands frequently, and keep a safe distance. People should give out individual treat bags, and if children collect treats, they should wipe them down or let them sit a couple of days before using them.
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Strong Contingent of Vegreville Residents Attend Movie Premiere
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee commented, “I was really impressed with it. Really impressed. It was more than what I was expecting for sure. It was raw at times, you could taste the hurt, the emotions. The acting was well done.” MacPhee said he knew most of the extras in the movie, and that it was “pretty amazing” to see babas and guidos as well as the Plain Lake Church and Hall that were featured in scenes from the movie. Some of those extras included Myron and Rhonda Hayduk from Vegreville. Rhonda said, “Myron and I had little personal connection with Troy before he began the process of making this movie. Myron has known Troy’s parents, however, all his life and I met them over 35 years ago. Troy approached Myron about using some of his period cars for the movie. A call out for extras intrigued us so we showed up for several of the days. We now have a great appreciation for the movie-making process. It takes lots of patience as some scenes are shot over and over from different
Elizabeth and Tim Nawrot at the premiere of the movie at the Landmark Cinemas in Edmonton. (Nawrot Family/Submitted Photo)
angles. The actors/actresses have to put all their emotions in the scene even if it is the 12th time it was done. We were able to see the film at a theatre so we experienced the full visual and audio performance. It was exciting to spot us in a few of the shots however due to editing there were many scenes that were not used. The story was full of emotion and beautiful scenery so we were more rapt in the movie rather than looking for familiarity. All the vehicles that were used fit into the period which is important for believability. Kudos to Troy and we hope that his movie is a great success....and perhaps another one to come?” Vegreville resident Tim Nawrot and his wife Elizabeth attended the premiere and had this to say, “Going to our first ever movie premiere, the
premiere of ‘They Who Surround Us’ was a great experience. Being from Vegreville, I have known the Ruptashes for quite a while. My wife Elizabeth and I have become friends with Troy’s parents Larry and Lil. We have always felt it to be very important to support our Vegreville community whenever the opportunity presents itself. When Troy started this project a couple of years ago we were sure to help out. It has been quite a journey for Troy, this movie, and everyone who has been involved, so the atmosphere at the showing was almost electric, so much excitement. All I can say is, “ Wow, what a film! Elizabeth and I were looking forward to this so much and we were definitely impressed. We can’t wait for when we have the opportunity to see this movie again.”
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Vegreville Rangers Take One Year Leave of Absence Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Vegreville Rangers Hockey Club has officially announced that it will be taking a one year leave of absence from the North East Jr. B. Hockey League. The decision to take a one year hiatus for the 2020-’21 season was a difficult one, stated Laine Stefan, Vice-President of the Vegreville Jr. B Rangers Hockey Club, in a letter dated Oct. 5, and addressed to council, fans and the community at large. In a letter stated, “This was a very difficult decision, but due to Covid-19 pandemic and all the restrictions that come with this pandemic it is not financially or operationally viable for us to operate this season.” Councillor Tina Warawa responded by saying, “I am sure it was a really difficult decision for them. I fee for that organization having an affiliation with hockey myself because they are in a very difficult spot where they have to look at sales of tickets versus what we face with minor hockey where we are not in that situation. Hopefully we see that it’s a one year leave of absence because I think the Rangers bring a good thing to our community and there’s a lot of people who look forward to going to their games. Obviously, I wish them the best to regroup again for the next year.” Mayor Tim MacPhee stated, “It’s an organization that has been in this town for a long time. It’s been a lot of joy and
its helped a lot of young people in their careers over the years, and not just becoming hockey players, but becoming better people, team players. I know I coached there for a few years and really enjoyed my time there, and I hope they can get the program up and running next year.”
until October 11 to make a decision. “There would be cohorts. They weren’t sure how play was going to be and what the schedule would be. What they were proposing is you play one team three times a week, twice on the weekend, and either Tuesday or Wednesday, and then you would have to
Rangers Club President Joe Budinski said they struggled with the decision and held off thinking things would change. “But here was still so much uncertainty with Hockey Alberta and the league itself.” He explained there were several important factors they had to take into consideration as the league gave teams
take two weeks’ time off before you played again. That just doesn’t work for us. We’ve got a lot of kids in school and a lot who do shift work. We don’t know what the facility is going to look like, couldn’t use showers, could only allow 100 people in the rink, 25 per team. We started looking at the numbers and the difficulty we have filling our roster and
Hockey Alberta not allowing affiliates. We’re financially sound right now and we did not want to waste that money. We don’t have a mechanism for fundraising this year, and our Halloween dance is one of our big fundraisers, and that we are not able to get a facility for with social distancing and that’s not going to work. Our casino was supposed to be Sept. 1 and it got pushed back. Before we made the decision we had no idea when it was going to be. As far as board advertising in the rink we had a hard time last year, it’s starting to get hard collecting money from sponsors. It’s just a sign of the times. So we said you know what, let’s take a step back and let this all play out. There’s no guarantee they’re going to start the season anyway. They say they’re going to start, but they themselves don’t know if they are going to start. We tried hard to put it all together but it came to the point where you’re throwing good money after bad. It didn’t make sense. We just thought it was the best case to hang onto our money, we’ll still do some charitable stuff in town, and we’ll reload and retool for next year. Hopefully, by then this, (COVID-19) will all be gone away and there’ll be a vaccine, and hopefully, we can have full use of our facilities, and hopefully bus travel is easy. It just did not add up monetarily to go ahead with the season.”
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The Hawryluk family from Mannville enjoyed their time at the Spooky Stalks on Oct. 17. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Dez and Jacqie Hawryluk with their children Ayla and Kaide enjoyed the festivities at the corn maze and came from Mannville to taken in the event. Sophia Bouvier had always wanted to visit a corn maze and said she felt safer coming to a smaller town than going to one in Edmonton where she resides. Former Vegreville resident Penny Becker said Val Sweeting is like a second daughter and was happy to reconnect with Sweeting. Becker came with her friends Judy Phillips and Roxie Bennett who also share a deep love of the sport.
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A Gift from the Heart Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Often the best gifts are gifts from the heart. That proved true for Vegreville News Advertiser, (VNA) News Correspondent Rosanne Fortier recently when she was presented with a special plaque from Rev. Pamela Milton.
News Correspondent Rosanne Fortier with her plaque. (Submitted Photo)
The plaque features the VNA banner and article titled: Meet new Voice of Vegreville United Church,
Rev. Pamela Milton. Fortier said she has never had anyone she’s interviewed present a plaque or been given any other formal recognition, although she’s received letters of appreciation, and has had her work acknowledged in letters to the editor that have been published in the newspaper. Fortier said she was thrilled that Rev. Milton appreciated the article enough to go to the extent of having a plaque made of the article. Rev. Milton said she has never had a newspaper article written about her, which makes the plaque also special to her. “I realized that Rosanne probably didn’t have a plaque for any of her articles, so I thought that she might like mine. I am so pleased that she likes the plaque. It makes my heart glad.” Rev. Milton had a copy of the plaque made for herself to have as a keepsake. Fortier said, “I am going to mount the plaque in my mother’s room since I really loved my mother who passed away a year and a half ago. And I really love this plaque, too.” Fortier has been working at VNA since October of 2011. “The job has been a real growing experience. I worked as a freelance writer for newspapers and magazines before but I have never worked as a reporter. It was quite a challenge at first, but with a bit of training, it became a natural process. The job has entailed writing about and taking pictures of events, interviewing people about their lives, encountering people at the highs and lows of their lives, and going from covering a drag race to a formal event on the same day. It has made me have a full and unpredictable life.” Fortier fondly recalled covering the Pysanka Festival for the first time and writing about
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subjects and events she knew nothing about. However, with the public’s assistance, she said she managed to put together some good articles. One of the highlights of her career was when she received the Independent Free Papers of America Award for Editorial Excellence in 2017. Fortier said she was initially attracted to the industry because she loves free community newspapers. “They are the heart and soul of the community. I even love flyers and ads, and almost everything I buy is from something I’ve seen in the newspaper. As well, I like writing and photography. I am still in the industry today because when the team at the newspaper creates a good newspaper, and I feel I was a small part of this, I feel complete knowing that I am doing what I am supposed to do in my life.”
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Tributes MEMORIAM
PETRUK, Ron August 10, 1942 – October 22, 2011 In Memory of Our Loving Husband, Father and Grandfather The Fallen Limb A limb has fallen from the family tree. I keep hearing a voice that says, “Grieve not for me.” Remember the best times, the laughter, the song, The good life I lived while I was strong. Continue my heritage, I am counting on you. Keep smiling and surely the sun will come shining through. My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest. Remembering all, and how I truly was blessed. Continue traditions, no matter how small, Go on with your life, don’t worry about falls. I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin, Until the day comes when we’re together again. Forever Loved and Sadly Missed Kathy, Roger, Shawna, Bettyann, Breck and Roan
DOBSON, Pamela Joyce December 22, 1941 – October 24, 2010 Beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother. We take the time to look back and celebrate your life. It was a shock to awake and find out you had passed away. But now your pain and suffering would end at last. O Pamela, the pipes, the pipes are calling. From glen to glen and down the mountain side The summers gone, and all the roses falling ‘Tis you, ‘Tis you must go and I must bide. But come ye back when summer’s in the meadow Or when the valleys hushed and white with snow ‘Tis I’ll be here in sunshine or in shadow O Pamela, O Pamela I love you so. And if you come, when all the flowers are dying And you are dead as you are dead well may be I’ll come and find the place where you are lying And kneel and say “Ava” there for thee And you shall hear, tho’ soft I tread above thee And all your grave will warmer, sweeter be For I will bend and tell you that I love thee And you shall sleep in peace until I come to thee. I miss you so much, Spike
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In Loving Memory KOLISNIAK, Clarence July 22, 1960 - October 18, 2010 A tribute of Love and Remembrance to a beloved Son, Brother, Husband, Father & Grandpa The day you left and gained your wings Our hearts just broke in two We wish that you could have stayed with us But Heaven needed you. You left us with the memories And we love you dearly still No matter how much time goes by You know we always will. You were a very special person With kindness in your heart And the love we had together Grows stronger even though we are apart. We know we cannot bring you back Although we wish it everyday But a piece of us went with you The day you went away. Memory Eternal Lovingly remembered and so sadly missed by All your loving family
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SHANDRO, Katherine Marie March 20, 1955 – October 14, 2020 On Wednesday, October 14, 2020, Katherine Marie Shandro of Andrew, Alberta passed away at the age of 65 years. Katherine is survived by her loving family, her husband of 44 years, Raymond; son Christopher (Sarah); her parents Walter and Martha Antonio; siblings Danny (Mary), Tom (Rhonda), MaryAnn (Alex) Tarnowski, Joan Antonio, Allan (Janet), Jim (Sherri) and Patti (Chad) St. Jean; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A Public Viewing was held on Sunday, October 18, 2020 from 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at Autumn Rose Funeral Home (5036-51 Ave.) in Vegreville, Alberta. Due to covid-19 restrictions, a private prayer service was held at Autumn Rose Funeral Home and a private funeral service was held at St. Mary’s Russo Greek Orthodox Church at Shandro with Archimandrite Gerasim Power officiating. Interment followed in the Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the “Smoky Lake Ladies Auxiliary Foundation c/o Box 340, Smoky Lake, AB., T0A 3C0” or “St. Mary’s Russo Greek Orthodox Church at Shandro.” To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
TOCHER, Shirley Ann (nee Frankiw) On October 12, 2020, Shirley Ann Tocher passed away at the age of 56. She faced her many health challenges with grace and courage. She will be lovingly remembered by her partner Keith Thursby; her children Brandi and Brandon Tocher and her brother Harold Tratlie (Brenda Peters). She was predeceased by her parents Steve and Margaret Frankiw of Vegreville. Due to Covid 19 restrictions a private graveside service will be held at Riverside Cemetery in Vegreville, Alberta. Cremation has taken place. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
Virtual Funerals: A New Reality to Consider News Advertiser The coronavirus pandemic made large gatherings hazardous and led to government restrictions. As a result, many businesses had to adapt their practices, including funeral homes. Consequently, these essential service providers have started helping the bereaved host virtual funerals, an immer-
sive and personal way to mark the passing of a loved one. This is fortunate, as it allows seniors and immunosuppressed individuals to safely participate in end-oflife ceremonies they would otherwise have to avoid.
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online. Funerals can be livestreamed either on social media or over a video conference platform. This type of service accommodates many of the features of an in-person event. Loved ones can read eulogies, music can be played and prayers can be delivered. Being able to carry out traditional rituals, even from afar, can help the
bereaved process their grief. While these services might sound impersonal, they’re part of a new reality and an effective way to safely pay tribute to a loved one. Plus, a virtual funeral can allow people to participate who otherwise wouldn’t have been able to attend, whether because they live far away or have reduced mobility.
Vegreville RCMP Lay Charges of Theft of Firearms and Stolen Property Vegreville RCMP Submitted Vegreville, Alberta - On October 8, 2020, Vegreville RCMP was dispatched to a Vegreville hotel for a robbery that had just occurred. Upon arrival, members learned that a male and female had broken into a vehicle and stolen 5 shotguns, ammunition, and a spotting scope. The owner of the truck found the male in the process of taking the property and confronted him. The male suspect brandished a knife and threatened the victim before fleeing in a silver Toyota Corolla. Vegreville Members were quickly able to identify the suspect vehicle through area surveillance, and it was located within minutes. The suspects were both arrested at a downtown Vegreville apartment complex soon afterward without incident. A search of
the residence and vehicle was conducted and although the stolen firearms were not located, property was recovered that had been taken from a residential break and enter two days prior, including a family pet turtle. “Myrtle” the turtle was unharmed, and along with the other recovered property has been returned to her family. 37-year-old Brendan John LEBID of Vegreville has been charged with: • Robbery while armed with a weapon • Theft of firearms with violence • Theft over $5000 • Possession of a firearm while prohibited (5 counts) • Possession of stolen property (2 counts) 38-year-old Amanda Lee HAWKE of Vegreville has been charged with: • Robbery while armed with a weapon • Theft of firearms with violence
• Theft over $5000 • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle • Possession of stolen property (2 counts) Judicial Release Hearings have been held, and the presiding Alberta Justice has ordered the conditional release of both LEBID and HAWKE, pending a future court appearance. This investigation is ongoing, if you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Vegreville RCMP at 780-631-2750 or your local police. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
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COVID-19 Testing Site in Vegreville - CONTINUED from FRONT PAGE hopefully this will take some of the stress out of everybody’s life.” Erin Robert is the young Vegreville mother who wrote a letter to Health Minister Tyler Shandro requesting a COVID-19 testing site ne made available in the community. She also sent the letter to town council requesting support in late September. Council endorsed the letter and forwarded it to the regional health council. Roberts’ letter was also forwarded to Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk. As far as eligibility, Ballantyne said, testing is available by appointment for Albertans who: Have symptoms of COVID-19; • Are close contacts of a confirmed case, whether symptomatic or not; • Are linked to a known outbreak, whether symptomatic or not; and,
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Bev Mills was a Creator of Halloween Costumes Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Bev Mills is a resident of Vegreville who has been sewing since she was nine-years-old. She came by her talent honestly as her mother was a professional seamstress. “I have sewn my kids clothing and a few things for my grandkids. I made clown costumes, a Bugs Bunny costume one year, pirate costumes, a devil’s costume, and other types of costumes according to what my kids or grandkids wanted me to
make for them. I got my ideas from pictures in magazines, books, and on the internet. Sometimes, I would buy a pattern,” Bev said. Bev feels it is important for kids and adults to celebrate Halloween and dress up because it lightens things up. “I decorate my yard every fall and every Halloween for the kids. This year I feel it is especially important for people to enjoy themselves because it is a different time and a lot of people have not been able to get out a lot. It is fun for people to see the little kids come by and play make-believe.”
Bev Mills beside her decorated house. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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What to do if you Inherit a House News Advertiser If you inherit a house, there are different tax implications and financial responsibilities to consider depending on what you do with the property. Here’s a look at your options and their associated costs.
Move in
If you want to live in the inherited home, you’ll need to assume the cost of property taxes, upkeep and insurance. You might also have to take over mortgage payments, depending on the loan terms. While the house isn’t subject to taxation upon inheritance, you’ll need to pay capital gains tax if you decide to sell it in the future.
Rent it
Depending on the house’s location, it can be a good source of passive income. Keep in mind the cost of landlord insur-
ance and maintenance. Additionally, if you decide to use the house as a rental property, you’ll owe capital gains tax. Be sure to check municipal regulations for short- and long-term rentals before you make a decision.
Sell it
While any profit from the sale will be subject to capital gains tax, this is often the simplest course of action if the property has more than one heir. You’ll also be free from the legal and financial responsibilities of owning the property. Keep in mind the costs associated with selling a home including real estate agent fees, closing costs and renovation expenses. If you’re having trouble deciding what to do with your inherited property, a trusted local real estate agent can help you assess the market and determine the best course of action.
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october 21, 2020
Akasu Palliative Care Society Donates to Vegreville Care Centre Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Akasu Palliative Care Society in Vegreville saves the donations they collect from people in Vegreville and surrounding area. The organization then distributes the funds they collect to other Palliative Care Units. So, it was Terry Kubin’s pleasure to present a $4,000 cheque to the Vegreville Care Centre (VCC) Palliative Care Unit on Oct. 9. Vilma Musama, Vegreville Care Centre Care
Manager, said she felt it was very nice for Akasu to provide $4,000 to VCC Palliative Care Unit. “It is my passion to provide quality palliative care because I want to ensure our passing residents receive the best care ever. Our goal is for our residents to have no pain at the end of their lives.” Terry Kubin said she hopes the funds they collected for VCC Palliative Care Unit will provide air mattresses and gel sheets, which will prevent bed sores as well as sheepskin booties for the residents’ comfort.
In photo on the left are representatives from Akasu Palliative Care (seated is Terry Kubin) and (standing is Viola Braun-Fox) presenting a cheque of $4,000 to Vilma Musama, Vegreville Care Centre Care Manager for Vegreville Care Centre Palliative Care Unit. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
