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RCMP files from October 18 - 24 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser October 18 15:55 – Call received regarding a Facebook post that the client was concerned with. Members are familiar with the subject and the matter is under investigation. 17:08 – Members responded to a complaint about a male parked outside a Vegreville business exhibiting suspicious behavior. When members arrived, the vehicle with both occupants had left. CCTV being reviewed and the matter is under investigation. October 19 10:38 – Report of a break and enter at a construction site in Vegreville. Multiple items were taken including construction materials. October 20 08:44 – Report of theft from a vehicle that occurred near 57 Ave. and 51 St. Multiple items including gym gear and documents were taken. Under investigation. October 21 02:21 – Members responded to a compliant of a male striking a vehicle with a baseball bat. Members attended and investigated. The suspect had left the scene and the owner of the vehicle refused to provide a statement. Under investigation. 03:33 – Traffic stop conducted in the town of Vegreville for a sobriety check. The 42-year-old driver from Vegreville was determined to be on curfew condition and in breach. During a search, drug paraphernalia was found including pipes, scales, baggies. The driver was arrested and later released with documents for court. The passenger, a 36-year-old female passenger from Saskatchewan was also arrested during the stop but was later released without charges. 13:17 – Report of a collision on Hwy 16 at Hwy 857. Members attended along with Fire and EMS and found a Dodge truck in the north ditch of the westbound lane. Despite life saving efforts of emergency services, the driver of the pickup truck did not survive. Investigation revealed that the pickup truck was struck from behind by a tractor-trailer. No other persons involved were seriously injured. The investigation is ongoing including an analysis by a collision reconstructionist. - Traffic enforcement in Vegreville and area on the 21st and 22nd resulted in approximately 17 speeding tickets as well as cell phone, seat belt, window tint and
other tickets being handed out. 17:25 – One of the speeding infractions related to the above efforts found a Toyota Sienna which was clocked at 154 kmph on Hwy 16 near Mundare. The 26-yearold male from Edmonton was issued a ticket with a voluntary penalty of $421. October 22 13:20 – Call received for assistance in keeping the peace by a bailiff agency for working being done in the area. Members attended and there were no concerns during the process. October 23 10:32 – Report of theft. The complainant indicated that a black CCM bicycle with two saddle bags on the back and light stripe on the frame was stolen from a home in Vegreville. Investigation is ongoing. 15:10 – Call received by a client who requested a well being check on themselves. Members attended to check on the 32-year-old female and determined that she was intoxicated and had outstanding warrants. The client was arrested on her warrants and provided a safe place to sleep for the night. She was later released with additional documents for court.
tions and failure to attend court. The subject was intoxicated and during a search, members found drug paraphernalia on the subject. He was lodged in cells until sober and then later released with addition documents for court by a Justice of the Peace. 10:25 – Traffic stop conducted for speeding on Hwy 16 near RR 134 in Minburn County. A 40-year-old driver from Calgary was issued a ticket for speeding for travelling 135 kmph (VP of $126) as well as a ticket for a learner driving without a supervisor (VP of $324). The driver was also issued a warning for failure to provide an insurance card. Traffic enforcement in the area resulting in approximately 9 additional speeding tickets as well as other tickets for various infractions. 12:46 – Report of a male driving in a dangerous fashion while following the complainant. The subject of the complaint was attempting to stop the complainant by making contact with the complainant’s vehicle. Dash cam footage being reviewed. Members located the suspect, a 39-year-old male from Vegreville soon afterward and arrested him for dangerous driving. He was later released with documents for court. The matter remains under investigation.
During the week there were 101 calls for service made in total including: 0 false alarms, 0 false 911s, 1 animal strike, 4 wellbeing check, 10 calls under the Mental Health Act or related to mental health, 0 COVID, and approximately 33 tickets from traffic enforcement. Have questions about the blotter? Reach out to us at blotter@newsadvertiser.com and we will do our best to provide answers to your queries. 17:55 – Report of a possibly intoxicated male walking in Vegreville. The caller indicated that they have seen this person walking past their house twice staggering and fell down. Members were provided a description of the subject and made extensive patrols which turned out negative. October 24 00:00 – Report of a male causing a disturbance at a Vegreville residence. Members attended and located a 32-yearold male from Vegreville on the property in breach of his conditions. Members arrested the male for breaching his condi-
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COVID-19 Testing Site Returns to Vegreville Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Town of Vegreville and Alberta Health Services, (AHS) are partnering to provide a mobile COVID-19 assessment site in the community. According to a news release issued by AHS Oct. 22 the move is in response to increased demand. The service began operating Oct. 25 and will be offered Monday and Wednesday by appointment only through a mobile COVID-19 assessment site through ACESO Medical, the contracted service provider. Melissa Ballantyne, AHS Central Zone Manager of Communications and Engagement, said AHS only operates stand-alone COVID-19 testing facilities. Ballantyne added, “AHS continues to monitor COVID-19 closely across the Central Zone, and responds to increased COVID-19 activity and demand for expanded access to testing, when needed. Currently, the best option to be able to offer this service is to utilize ACESO and their mobile testing unit. Testing is currently being offered two days a week and will continue to monitor the demand and uptake for future planning. Ballantyne said a total of 50 appointments were booked for the mobile testing site’s first day of operation. Additional
testing locations in the area include Wainwright, Camrose, and Sherwood Park. Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee stated that, “When the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 in our region started to climb, Council, and our residents, immediately identified a need for the return of a local testing site. The last thing we wanted was our residents having to travel over an hour for a test or, worse yet, to avoid getting a test because of the inconvenience associated with it. At the direction of Council, Town of Vegreville administration reached out to Alberta Health Services to find out what we needed to see a testing site return to town and we were more than happy to provide them with a safe location and access to power for their mobile testing trailer.” MacPhee expressed his gratitude to Alberta Health Services, and ‘for their willingness to work with our staff to bring testing back to Vegreville.” AHS recommends that if you are symptomatic, a close contact of a confirmed case of COVID-19, or have been linked to a confirmed outbreak of COVID-19, to complete the on-line self-assessment and book a testing appointment if required.
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COP26 climate summit in Glasgow - one of the largest ever world meetings on how to tackle global warming will kick off October 31, 2021 and run for almost two weeks. It follows COP25 which was held almost two years ago and ended with tensions high and weak commitments. Of course, all of these meetings are follow up to the Paris meetings in 2015. The climate summit will host approximately 25,000 people, most of whom will have to fly there. Not a good start if you want to cut down on greenhouse gas emissions. The ultimate goal is to limit global temperature increase to less than two degrees but actually involves four detailed goals. 1. Secure global net zero by mid-century and keep 1.5 degrees within reach - accelerate the phase-out of coal - curtail deforestation - speed up the switch to electric vehicles - encourage investment in renewables 2. Adapt to protect communities and natural habitats - protect and restore ecosystems - build defenses, warning systems and resilient infrastruc-
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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser Enel Green Power is moving ahead with its plans for the Grizzly Bear Creek Wind Project near Mannville. Davin Gegolick, Planning and Development Officer for Minburn County said the development permit for the Grizzly Bear Creek Wind Farm was approved on August 20, 2021. Gegolick said, “This is a massive project valued upwards of $250,000,000 and will bring new jobs, revenue, and sustainable energy to Alberta. The Project consists of up to 39 wind turbines, up to five
meteorological towers, a substation and temporary laydown yard. The temporary laydown yard south of Mannville is being developed now, followed by private access roads.” Gegolick noted that, “Upgrades to the public roads and turbine construction will be in 2022, with a planned in-service date by the end of 2022.” A company spokesman stated, “We are pleased to be undertaking some preliminary construction activities, including a temporary laydown area and some private access roads, in connection with the Grizzly Bear Creek Wind Project. This preliminary construction work will take place within areas that have been approved pursuant
to the existing approval and municipal permits. Our amendment application is currently before the Alberta Utilities Commission. Enel is seeking to amend the application due to improvements in the project technology and design. Subsequent steps in the construction process will take place if and when that application is approved. We are excited to be making this investment and look forward to continuing to work in collaboration with our community partners.”
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90 Years Ago – October 28, 1931
With the exception of Monday, when a light rain fell, the past week has been fine weather for threshing. The Monday rain held the mills up until Tuesday noon, but they are all going strong again now. Probably 70% of the threshing is completed throughout the district; the remaining 30% will be finished up within a week. For the first time since that memorable day in 1918, Armistice Day, November 11th, is to be observed this year as a separate holiday form Thanksgiving Day. The name has been changed to Remembrance Day and as such it is hoped that it will be observed throughout all the countries who participated in the last great conflict. Lewis Bricker of Lavoy, had several parts of his tractor stolen from his farm last week. The thieves took away the steering gear, coils and gas line. Lewis announces that if the robbers wish, they may as well come and get the rest of the tractor and have it done with.
75 Years Ago - October 23, 1946
At a well-attended meeting for the Golf Club, Hiram Burgar, wellknown business man was elected to the Presidency of the Vegreville Golf Club for the second term. Election of officials for the year 1947 resulted as follows: Honorary Pres., A. W. Fraser. President, Hiram D. Burgar. Sec. Vice-Pres., Archie Jeffrey. Third Vice Pres., Dr. T. Nikiforuk and Sec, Treas., Archie Little. A new system of high-speed pre-cast building which enables homes to be complete within one week has been introduced by a Sheffield, England engineer-builder. The technique involves the use of molds of steel casting, which turn out cellular concrete sections faced with imitation brock, stone chippings or pebble like pieces of jigsaw all dovetailed to make a rapid and complete fit. RCAF Lancaster converted bombers, operating from bases at Churchill, The Pas and Fort Smith, next summer will photograph Arctic Canada north of the 64th parallel. During the past summer three Mitchells photographed 250,000 miles of uncharted territory in the Northwest Territories and northern tip of the three Prairie Provinces. The first shipment of British Columbia apples through Halifax this year will be loaded aboard the freighter Pacific Enterprise scheduled to sail for the United Kingdom the end of this month. About 80,000 boxes will make up the shipment from the west coast.
50 Years Ago – October 28, 1971
The position of Scout Master has now been filled by Mr. Mitchell Nawrot. Scouter Nawrot reports plans for the 23 scouts are in the offing for the C.I.L. Fire Arms Safety Program. This program teaches the boys the proper way to handle rifles and to have some target practice. The Observer’s annual Spud Derby closed off on Friday last and judging took place this week by Peter Wyllie, a long time agricultural expert. Judge Wyllie selected the spuds in accordance with the rules laid out and chose the sample of G. Lefsrud as the best of the lot. Runners up include Harry Semotiuk, second; Alvin Bortnick, third; Florence Huzar, fourth and Gordon Hughes, fifth. Results for the Lavoy Municipal Elections were as follows: Elected were S.A. Rosequist, W. R. Sikal and Alex Dowhey. A 92% turn-out was recorded which surely stands as a record. The electors of Andrew re-elected one incumbent, Peter Palamarchuk who has served nine years on the Council and two newcomers to the Council, namely William Grykuliak and Alex Skoreiko. Ronald Matenchuk, a grade twelve student at the Andrew High School has been elected president of the Senior High School Students’ Union.
25 Years Ago – October 29, 1996
Bill Bell is the new chief executive officer of the Lakeland Regional Health Authority (LRHA). Bell, who starts December 2, is currently the CEO of Providence Place in Regina. He has management and clinical care experience in all sectors of health – acute care – long term care- public health – and mental health. He holds a master degree in health services administration from the University of Minnesota, and a bachelor of administration from the University of Regina. Leonard Fundytus is the new reeve of the County of Minburn, taking over from Sid Hinton. Orest Berezon is the new Deputy Reeve, taking over from Wilma Cherniawsky. Derrick Keller placed third in provincial cross country competitions. Keller competed in the junior boys 4000 meter against 81 other runners. He finished in a time of 14:19 with the winners time being 13:58. Keller is a student at Vegreville Composite High School. 4-H members won first place for their 4-H project books at the district level for 1995-96. They are: beef – senior – Tracey Yackimec; junior – Christin Semeniuk; Light horse – junior Janice Laschowski; homemaking – Tracy Laschowski; Mechanic – senior – (welding) Birkley Wisniewski; junior – (tractors) Lisa Andrashewski; miscellaneous – junior – (computers) Chad Domet.
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Canada’s Health Care System one of the Worst in the World Gwyn Morgan Troy Media Contributor The coronavirus hit Canada in March 2020. By the time that first wave had subsided in the summer, hundreds of thousands of scheduled surgeries had been postponed. But before that huge backlog could be reduced, a second and then a third wave of the virus struck, increasing the backlog by thousands more. Adding to the clinical risk of these surgical delays is the mental health impact of living with aggressive afflictions such as cancer. Just as hospital wards became available to regular surgeries last spring, a fourth wave driven by the delta variant overwhelmed ICUs in Quebec and Ontario before moving west to plunge Saskatchewan and Alberta hospitals into their current crises. The pandemic will eventually subside. While COVID deaths can be tallied, the death toll due to all those delayed surgeries is virtually impossible to determine, the path of each patient’s affliction being different. But given the hundreds of thousands who experienced both physical deterioration and mental stress due to treatment delays, that toll seems almost certain to be much higher than COVID deaths. COVID deaths were clearly a heavy blow, but so were the physical costs, heightened stress and, in some cases, accelerated deaths of those with other serious conditions who were denied access to health care.” The real tragedy for families who lost loved ones due to COVID-triggered treatment delays is that those deaths occurred because our health care system was woefully less prepared than in other developed countries. Canada is the only country that went into the pandemic with
zero unused hospital capacity and long waitlists. A 2020 Fraser Institute report comparing the performance of 28 countries with universal health care found that, despite having the second-highest spending per capita on health care, Canada ranked dead last in timely care, with the longest waitlists. Our other health care resources have also been in steady decline. Canada ranked second to last in hospital beds per capita, which helps explain why so many surgical patients were displaced by COVID patients. Out of 28 countries, we ranked 26th for the number of doctors per capita and were also near the bottom in diagnostic equipment such as MRIs and CT scanners. Canadians are prone to thumbing their noses at the American health care system, but our neighbour’s much-disparaged health care system was vastly better prepared for the COVID crisis. Compared with Canada’s virtually zero spare capacity, hospital bed occupancy in the U.S. was just 64 per cent at the beginning of the pandemic. The U.S. was hard hit by COVID but because it went into the crisis with ample unused hospital bed capacity and a world-leading 35 ICU beds per thousand population, nearly three times Canada’s meagre 12, it weathered successive COVID waves with little displacement of non-COVID patients. How was our health care system allowed to fall into this sad, dangerous state? As the COVID crisis winds down, that’s a question grieving Canadians should demand an answer to. Given that we’re one rung from the top in the Fraser Institute’s ranking of 28 countries, the answer isn’t lack of funding. Then what is it? Among those 28, Canada is the only one that outlaws private sector participation in the delivery of health care. Can you imagine if you could only get food from a government store or a vehicle from just
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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser On October 23 members of the RCMP from the Two Hills, Elk Point and Vermilion Detachments, along with a number of Emergency Services Personnel from a number of regional fire departments and paramedics responded to an industrial explosion and fire at a crude oil tank farm north of highway 640 in the County of Two Hills. Gary Dupuis, Essential Services Coordinator for the County of Two Hills, said East Central 911 dispatched Derwent and Myrnam Fire departments at 14:13 on October 23rd to a reported explosion and fire at SE15-55-6 W4, approximately 23 km SE of Elk Point. Firemaster from Red Deer was notified and responded to the site along with site owners Secure Energy who had
been notified by on-site staff. Elk Point Dispatched by Bonnyville 911 at 14:36 for mutual aid. He noted that, firefighters from Derwent and Myrnam arrived at scene at 14:43 and assisted with a few evacuations of nearby residents. They provided traffic control at Hwy 41 and Hwy 640 and Hwy 640 and RR 62 and closed roads as requested. Myrnam returned to hall at 19:00 and Derwent remained on scene until Firemaster and Secure Energy took over scene at 20:28.” He went on to say, “The departments worked closely with RCMP and Secure Energy personnel to secure the area, returning to their fire hall after approximately six hours of on scene support as additional staff from Secure Energy and Firemaster attended the scene. The fire remains under investigation at this time. The County
would like to thank our volunteers who remain ready to professionally respond 24 hours per day to numerous emergency events across the County keeping residents safe and secure.” In a news release issued by Alberta RCMP that same day, it stated there were no reports of casualties and no residences were under threat from the fire. “At this time the cause of the fire is not believed to be criminal in nature, however, the investigation into the cause will continue.” Natasha McKenzie, a spokesperson with Occupational Health and Safety, said it was notified of the incident on Oct. 23 and is currently investigating the situation. Secure Energy was contacted to provide a statement, but had not received a response before press time.
Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Near Vegreville Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser On October 21, 2021, RCMP received a Report of a collision on Hwy 16 at Hwy 857. Members attended along with Fire and EMS and found a Dodge truck in the north ditch of the westbound lane. Despite life saving efforts of emergency services, the driver of the pickup truck did not survive. Investigation revealed that the pickup truck was struck from behind by a tractor-trailer. No other persons involved were seriously injured. The investigation is ongoing including an analysis by a collision reconstructionist.
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Vegreville 4-H Beef Club October Report Blue Spruce Simmentals, and the County of Minburn for their continued sponsorship of awards. The club will be weighing in their animals November 7 with the meeting to follow.
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Corbyn Ziegler Club Reporter The Vegreville beef club held their reorganizational meeting on October 3, 2021. It was held at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Vegreville. Elections were held with the results as follows: Club Leader Kelly Weleschuk, Club President Kristyn Ogrodnick, Vice President Brady Weleschuk, Secretary Allyson Huculak, Treasurer Ryan Ogrodnick, District Representatives Paiten Axten and Allyson Huculak, and Club Reporter Corbyn Ziegler. Awards for the 2019-2020 club year were presented. The achievement award recipients were senior member Hannah Albrecht, intermediate member Riley Warawa, and junior member Brady
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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent This year with the COVID-19 pandemic’s fourth wave, people have to be mindful of both regular Halloween safety tips and COVID-19 protocols. The first one is not to use Halloween masks as this can obstruct children’s vision, use a medical mask that covers a person’s nose and mouth, for children it might be fun to use a Halloween decorated mask that does this. Make sure to buy reflective tape and place it on the back and front of Halloween’s costumes and buy light coloured costumes. Halloween outfits should be the right size and avoid high heels or long gowns. Young children should have their parents or a trusted adult go with them. Make sure that the children are not allergic to the candy that is handed out or for little ones; check that there are no choking hazards involved. For older children who are not accompanied by an adult, make sure to give them a cell phone, flashlight, remain them not to eat anything until they get home, and ensure they are with a least three other children. Most of all, tell children to never go into a home where they do not know the people, use the sidewalk and if
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there is none, walk on the side of the road, do not cross the street in the middle of the road and watch for vehicles going by. Bring along an EpiPen if you have allergies. Homeowners must ensure there is nothing that children can trip on when they go to their place and that the area is well lit. They must make sure not to give out treats that are children are commonly allergic to, and don’t have decorations with candles in their yard. For COVID-19 safety, follow the curfew if there is one set up by the town. Find an interesting way to hand out treats without having to give them to the children. Tell children to stay close to their cohorts. People should buy pre-packaged treats and when handing out treats, they should wear masks and sanitize their hands often. It is not advisable to put candies in a bag and have children pick their own, not unless these are in individual bags and children have a way to avoid touching others’ bags. Most of all, the safest way to celebrate Halloween is to have a party among your own family or cohorts
that’s not properly sealed. 3. Freeze it. Candy stays good for a long time, but you can extend its shelf life by chopping it up and freezing it for later. 4. Reuse it. Save your candy so that you can reuse it at Christmas, Easter or your kid’s next birthday party. Halloween candy is great for filling piñatas and loot bags. 5. Drink it. Use lollipops and other hard candies to sweeten your
tea or cocktails. You can also melt hard candy in your kid’s hot chocolate. 6. Trade it. Check with your dentist to see if they have a buyback program where they trade toothbrushes, floss and other items for candy. Remember to involve your kids in the process. They’re sure to have some good ideas about what to do with the excess candy.
How to Have a COVID-19 Safe Halloween Party Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent With the COVID-19 pandemic still around, there are ways to have a safe Halloween party for your kids. First of all, just have the party with your family and their cohorts. Find out what everyone will be wearing for Halloween and get together before the big day to help the children invent a play from their costumes. Video tape this production and show it at the party. Buy pre-packaged snacks and treats to serve the kids. For drinks, buy
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Trick or Treating Ensure costumes have a perfectly frightful fit. Make sure the length does not pose a tripping hazard. Wear bright costumes, reflective tape, glow sticks or carry a flashlight. Walk on the sidewalk when possible, visiting houses on one side of the street at a time. Choose costumes that allow a non-medical mask to be worn underneath. Make sure you can see and breathe comfortably. Ideally, children should be accompanied by a parent, adult family member, an older sibling or trusted family friend. Children should not enter a house nor a vehicle of someone they do not know. Avoid alleys, dark parking areas, or vacant lots. Maintain social distancing of 2 meters, try and stay in your own neighbourhood and avoid touching doorbells or knocking on doors by yelling “trick or treat!” Don’t go trick or treating if feeling ill.
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Tips for Treat Givers • Don’t hand out candy if you are feeling ill or selfisolating. • Wear a non-medical mask that fully covers your nose and mouth • Use tongs to hand out pre-packaged candy and find creative ways to maintain distance from trick or treaters. • Keep a clear path from the road/sidewalk to your front door. Remove any items that may pose a tripping hazard. • Leave the porch lights on. • Pets should be kept inside away from trick or treaters. • Report any suspicious activities to the RCMP. More information on Halloween during COVID-19 can be found at www.Alberta.ca/Halloween
What can You Give for Halloween Instead of Candy? Traditionally, people hand out candy to trick-or-treaters on Halloween. But what if you want to give something other than candy this year? After all, candy isn’t the healthiest treat, and lots of it ends up going to waste. Here are a few fun ideas you may want to try. Toys and activities You may want to dole out little toys and activities instead of candy. These items are sure to please even the pickiest trickor-treaters: • Stickers • Temporary tattoos • Bouncy balls • Play-Doh • Glow sticks • Playing cards • Bubbles • Silly string • Crayons • Puzzles • Sidewalk chalk • Pencils and erasers
Alternative treats There are a number of non-candy treats you can hand out for Halloween. Here are a few suggestions: • Raisins or other dried fruits • Mini water bottles or juice boxes • Granola bars • Fortune cookies • Pretzels Remember to stay safe this Halloween. Avoid handing out items that could be hazardous, and make sure to only choose treats that come in sealed wrappers and packages.
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Dear Editor, As a comparative newcomer to town living, (after spending fifty years on a nearby acreage) I have been fascinated and impressed by the work I have seen being done on Vegreville roadways and sidewalks. Although I realize we’ve had to adjust to quite a few ‘’annoyances’’ at the downtown intersections, I still believe that we’re in pretty good shape, if that’s the worst thing we’ve had to endure this year … and it all looks so nice now! Lately, from my apartment windows, I’ve had my urban education broadened as I watched the town crews preparing our
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Dear Editor, The Vegreville News Advertiser photograph of Van Lam brings back many warm memories of welcoming into our community the kind Vietnamese families who were so eager to become Canadians. The other day, among my thousands of treasures, I found a picture taken in my home of two beautiful young girls, one being Ni Lam (Van and Ly’s daughter) and the other her friend Karen. Both had amazing experiences when they were young, both have families, and both are professionals in the medical field highly respected by their peers! My dream is that circumstances might allow the three of us to meet again in my home ... before I become too tottery! Sincerely, E. P. Giebelhaus
Community Garden for next spring’s planting. I’ve seen those incredibly capable operators of skid steers, plows and trucks removing this year’s soil from the beds and replacing it with beautiful black soil, then smoothing it all out and, finally, even picking rocks. Kudos to all of them for a job well done! I look forward to watching the eager planters in the springtime, realizing that perhaps most of them would never know how many hours have gone into making it possible. Sincerely, Norma Cowan Thanks for writing Norma. It’s good to hear that you are enjoying “town” life. Successful communities are a result of countless hours of work by dedicated people. The work by those in various municipal departments often does go under-appreciated. - AB
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Cormorant Visiting Pysanka Park Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
A double-crest cormorant (phalacrocoraz auritus) was found on the paddle boat dock at Vegreville Elks/Kinsmen Park. Alberta Institute for Wildlife Conservation indicated that these types of seabirds have a penchant for fishing. They weigh between 1.2 and 2.5 kilos and are very good divers. A cormorant’s time is spent between resting and fishing. They are colonial nesters whose guano has been known to kill the very trees they perch upon and they usually appear during spring time. Rachel Taron, Administrative Assistant for Alberta Fish and Wildlife in Vegreville said there are Cormorants all over Alberta; wherever there is fish whether that is in ponds or lakes. “They fly and migrate south. They are in Alberta all during the summer months as they nest here and raise their chicks here. learning more They are very interesting birds because
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LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER 15 miles East of Viking, Alberta NE 35-47-10-W4 145 acres cultivated 12 acres pasture with water $3,400.00 gas well rental revenue Rent from gas well will not be adjusted, but all surface rent paid after the closing date will be assigned to the Purchaser
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Thank You A special thanks to everyone for all the support I received and the confidence you have shown in me to continue to be your County Councillor I am truly grateful to be part of such a wonderful community and it is my honour to represent you! Kevin Bentley
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Cale, Lane, and Dahlia Gladys (left to right) donated $150 to CAL’s Breakfast Club accepted by CALS Program Coordinator Heather Giebelhaus on Oct. 15.They were selling lemonade and hot chocolate for 4 weeks at the Vegreville Corn Maze.The donation was a percentage of the profits from their DLC Lemonade stand. (Michelle Gladys/Submitted Photo)
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Thank You It has been my privilege to serve as the Elk Island Public Schools trustee for the town of Vegreville and the western portion of the County of Minburn for the past four years. I am honoured to have been acclaimed to the position of trustee for a second term. I look forward to an end to the pandemic which has made for trying times in all aspects of our everyday lives.
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We have moved to Edmonton to be close to family and would like to thank the citizens of Vegreville & surrounding areas for accepting us into the community and making us feel at home. We will always consider Vegreville our home.
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Identity theft is something we typically think happens to someone else. However, the internet has added a new dimension to fraud. The IC3 (Internet Crime Complaint Center), which works on behalf of the FBI, receives almost 300,000 complaints of alleged fraud every year, totaling more than 1 billion dollars of loss to consumers. So be sure to protect yourself. Avoid giving out your personal information unless you know the recipient or are on a secured website. And if you see an irregularity in any of your billing statements, report it to your company immediately.
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Michelle Pinon News Advertiser The Tofield Agricultural Society is looking to replace the floor and upgrade its Zamboni room in the Tofield Arena. Representatives with the Ag. Society recently made presentations to the Town of Tofield and Beaver County councils, outlining the scope of the projects as well as provide three possible funding scenarios. According to estimates, the arena floor and headerreturn system project would be $1 million for replacement and construction with a $200,000 engineering and contingency for a total cost of $1.2 million, provided the Ag. Society was not successful in obtaining any grant dollars. Estimates to replace and relocate the existing Zamboni room to the eastside of the building is $300,000 with a $60,000 engineering and contingency for a total cost of $360,000. According to a structural engineering report the Zamboni room was deemed unsafe, exposing many deficiencies and concerns. There are exposed gas lines, and if hit by the Zamboni, has the potential for catastrophic results. It was determined that there is no way to modify the current room. The Ag. Society will be applying for the following grants: • Green & Inclusive Community Building Program grant for $1,146,000. (It would require a matching portion from the ag. society of $32,500.) • UFA Rural Communities grant for $100,000 • Battle River Community Foundation grant for $10,000 If it is unsuccessful in obtaining any grants, they would be looking to the Town of Tofield and Beaver County to contribute $500,000 a piece with the Ag. Society contributing $200,000. The Tofield Arena is owned and operated by the Ag. Society. It was built in 1972 with an addition in 2009. In the winter months the ice surface is used 60 hours per week. The ice surface is used by: • Tofield Minor Hockey - 60 percent • Adult Hockey - 18 percent • Figure Skating – 11 percent • Drop-in Programs – 11 percent (Eg/ public skating, shinny hockey, Tofield School and CW Sears School) Usage of the ice surface is from Tofield, Beaver
County and surrounding area. In the off-season it is used for agricultural events, ball tournaments, dance performances and summer programs. Tofield Agricultural Society President Dave Berrecloth explained that, “In the spring of 2021 the Tofield Agricultural Society in conjunction with the Town of Tofield engaged a consulting company to evaluate the arena slab, header pipe, and associated trenches. The purpose of this visit was to access the overall condition of the slab, and to provide any suggestions regarding preventive maintenance and conditions. The report explains that the floor and current slab has passed the end of expected life cycle. Through this assessment there were many pieces of attention brought to light, as well as price estimates. With this report a decision was made to reach out and perform a similar assessment and cost review which was completed and confirmed the needs of the facility. Through investigation and review with Tofield Agricultural Society and Town of Tofield it was determined that a floor and brine line replacement is necessary. “Both respective councils have been receptive and have committed to verbally participating,” added Berrecloth. He pointed out that, “The Town of Tofield secured a granting specialist to help with applications and grant opportunities that is being completed and we are waiting on results of applications. Tofield Agricultural Society is also looking at alternatives and will be holding a fundraiser in the near future with tickets being purchased online supporting this project.” Berrecloth went on to say that, “Since 1972 this facility has been a vital component of Tofield and Beaver County and a strong part of our community. It provides a gathering spot for families and friends to enjoy such events that help develop, promote and maintain healthy lifestyles. It’s a place to showcase and enjoy events that individuals take great pride in their accomplishments and talents and for us to enjoy. It is important to the Tofield Agricultural Society and its members to continue to work on behalf of the community and surrounding areas and is optimistic on the ability to move forward in all capacities.”
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AUSTIN, Donald (Tuffy) January 1931 - October 30, 1985 The years have come and gone. But beautiful memories linger on. Quietly remembered everyday Sadly missed along life’s way. Gone are the days we used to share. But in our hearts you are always there. Beautiful memories silently kept Of one we loves and cannot forget. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed. Marian, Keith & Maria and family Rod & Marlene and family
PEREPELETZA Ronald (Ronnie) June 27, 1978-November 1, 2015 Six years ago today our lives were changed when we lost our Son, Brother, Uncle, Grandson and Friend Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same. When someone speaks your name. Sad are the hearts that love you. Silent are the tears that fall. Living without you is the hardest part of all. You did so many things for us Your heart was so kind and true. And when we needed someone We could always count on you. The special years will not return When we are all together But with the love in our hearts You walk with us forever. They say there is a reason, They say that time will heal, But neither time nor reason, Will change the way we feel, For no-one knows the heartache, That lies behind our smiles, No-one knows how many times, We have broken down and cried, We want to tell you something So there won’t be any doubt, You’re so wonderful to think of, But so hard to be without. Always Loved Mom, Dad, Donna, Kirk, Tom, Brodey, Anita, John, Wyatt, Emmerson, Uncles, Aunts, and Grandpa John.
BRISEBOIS, Joseph Alphonse Donat On October 21, 2021 Joseph Alphonse Donat Brisebois passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 86. Joseph was able to live on the farm and in the comfort of his own home after his stroke and for the past six years, due in large part to his wonderful support care Team, Deanne Savard, Emma Miller, Lori Cox, Lisa Hollar, and Tsana Trautman, all of the Smoky Lake Homecare Nurses and occupational therapy staff, his Doctor’s: Dr. Johnson and later Dr. Lourens. He only spent two months at George Mcdougall Hospital where the nurses kept him comfortable. His decline was swift; his suffering minimal. He is survived by his daughter, Kira Brisebois; grandchildren, Dylan, Gabrielle, and Callum deGouw; great-grandchildren, Jayden, Kaylee, and Carson, sisters, Lily Beaudry, Therese Prevost, and Jeanne Boileau; plus cousins, nieces, and nephews too numerous to list. Predeceased by his parents: Beatrice (Briand) Brisebois and Athanase Brisebois; brothers, Lucien, Louis, and Joe. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to George McDougall Hospital, Smoky Lake, AB. Photos, memories, and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com. Park Memorial Ltd Smoky Lake 780-656-3839 Family Owned Funeral Home and Crematorium
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GORGICHUK, Leonard In loving memory of a special brother & uncle Who left us 11 years ago, Oct 27, 2010 You filled the world with special joy And happiness untold. You always had a sunny way And a loving heart of gold. You made life so much brighter Just by being thoughtful, too. And saying kind and helpful things Was typical of you. That’s why it’s hard to face the world And know you won’t be there. Lighting up life so warmly With your smile beyond compare. The memories you’ve left behind Grow sweeter day by day. But you are missed, dear Leonard, More than words can say. Memory Eternal Lovingly remembered and so sadly missed by Bob and family, Betty, Debbie and family
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
The Vegreville Golf Course officially closed after the Thanksgiving weekend and its maintenance employee was in the process of blowing out water from underground irrigation lines last week. (Michelle Pinon/Photos)
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BAXANDALL, Roy On October 21, 2021 Roy Baxandall of Vegreville passed away tragically at the age of 86 years. Roy is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Chris; one daughter and two sons, Pam (Chris), Ken (Connie), and Rob (Dellas); seven grandchildren, Kristy (Tim), Aaron (Ashley), Cheryl (Luke), Kurt (Jen), Joe (Aimee), Lundyn (Owen), and Payten (Jen); five great-grandchildren, Zoey (Zeiss), Tori, Sierra, Allyson, and Carson; and one great-great-grandchild, Stetson; one brother, Ed (Marion); also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Predeceased by his parents, Joe and Ida; and brother, Art. Due to Covid, a private service will be live-streamed at www.parkmemorial.com through Roy Baxandall’s Book of Memories on Friday, October 29, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. In memory of Roy, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM
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People Share Their Halloween Memories Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
When I asked citizens what were some of their favorite Halloween memories, I received the following replies. Darren Donovan said his mother passed away in 2020 and she loved decorating for all holidays. “I think of her all the time but even more when it comes times to decorate the house. I grew up in the era of homemade costumes and when Halloween comes around I think back on all the time and effort Mom would put in to that stuff for my brother and I. I’m very thankful for those memories and the photos I’ve found in old albums. Our kids aren’t into having us make costumes but they enjoy all the outside decorations we do. So, I hope we are making great memories for them to look back on later in life.” John Babcock said he will never forget the year that his family ran out of treats to pass along to the kids that came trick or treat. It broke his heart to not have anything to give them so he went to the fridge and gave them some rolls of garlic sausage. “Later, they came back to tell me that was the best treat they
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Vegreville Corn Maze Grew Success for Non-Profits all ages with a variety of activities and entertainment. Approximately, $20,000 was raised for non-profit organizations Vegreville Second Annual Corn Maze in the community. was offered every weekend from Each weekend had a theme to it. The final weekend on September 25 to October 10 at the grounds October 9 and 10 featured a Medieval Madness theme. of Vegreville Regional Museum. Anya Langkow, Tourism, Recreation and Culture Coordinator A total of 5,000 people visited the for the Town of Vegreville, said the corn maze has been such a Vegreville Corn Maze over the course of success over the last two years as people have been limited in five weekends from Sept. 25 to Oct. 10. what they could do due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This event was held on the grounds of “This event provided the space and the atmosphere for people the Vegreville Regional Museum and to feel connected and safe as they were so spread out. It was also featured a double dose of joy for people of so picturesque out there; even before we added in the decorations and other features. The museum grounds with the trees changing colours and the antique equipment around added something special to it. Then you add in the fact that people knew that all the proceeds will go to support the community non-profits and people liked that the event gave people such a sense of community. In Honolulu, Hawai, All the funds from the ticket sales go back to the non-profit it is illegal to sing organizations and groups who helped facilitate the operations of loudly after the the corn maze. Also, non-profits came in and ran concessions which they will get the profit from or they will forward the sunset. proceeds from this to a charity of their choice. This is wonderful because many of them haven’t had any alternative fundraising opportunities for two years now. The highlight was talking to one family Happy 81 st Birthday who flew in from Cold Lake for the event. They had a private plane and usually take a fall flight to look at the foliage. Happy 81st Birthday to the most kind, I think the best part of the corn maze for Rosanne Fortier
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Why not run power and fibre optics in there. And then we paved that road. That was the start of that. So, we were lucky that they paid for those services to go in there. We just finished it off. We have 15 service acres there right now and the plan is to expand on it. As far as Prosperity Industrial Park, MacPhee said, “Because of the Covid Ongoing work at lift station for Prosperity situation and the supply and demand in Industrial Park. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) North America when the tenders came back for the development of the park a lot of them were a lot higher than we anticiBack in 2017 the Town of Vegreville pated due to the shortage of water pipe and sewer pipe. So, our side of the costing will go up a bit, we just don’t know developed 15 residential lots in Fox View subdivision. As part of a marketing plan exactly how much right now They don’t even have any pipe the town wanted to reset the prices of the now. We started on the sewer and sanitation with the lift station. lots. The lot prices vary in price from But as far as the services going into the park, the roads and $21,500 to $37,000 and vary in sizes from everything, we can’t do it because there’s no water or sewer pipe available right now. 52X110 feet to 70X110 feet. So, we’re going to start in the spring and hopefully the supply chain picks up, and then we’ll see what the real cost is going to be. Hopefully, the costs will come down closer to what we had budgeted for. MacPhee recently met with Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver and officials with Alberta Infrastructure. “So, I was having these meetings with different ministers to let them know through no 75th Street Business Park. (Michelle Pinon/Photo) fault of ours with Covid and materials in the supply chain within North America they are becoming like gold to buy them and it shows up in the tender price for development of that park. The price of six commercial lots in the We’re just trying every angle that we could to raise a little bit 75th Street Business Park subdivision more money.” was set at $50,000 per acre. Casey said MacPhee said he was told there was no money left in this the prices were determined on an year’s budget, and he responded by saying he would be knockappraised value per square foot. As well, the initial lot prices in ing on their doors in the spring. Prosperity Industrial Park were also set at $50,000 per acre. During a follow up interview with Mayor Tim MacPhee stated that, “A few years ago ATCO was putting in a huge powerline system there. So, one of the VIRTUAL OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY AT 7:00PM
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6 things to do with leftover Halloween candy Do you have a ton of leftover Hallo ween candy? Instead of throwing it away, here are six things you can do with it. 1. Bake it. Break your candy into small pieces and use it in your cookies instead of chocolate chips, or sprinkle it on top of your cupcakes, pies and other baked goods.
4. Reuse it. Save your candy so that you can reuse it at Christmas, Easter or your kid’s next birthday party. Halloween candy is great for filling piñatas and loot bags. 5. Drink it. Use lollipops and other hard candies to sweeten your tea or cocktails. You can also melt hard candy in your kid’s hot chocolate.
2. Donate it. Find a local charity that’s willing to accept candy donations. Don’t donate anything that’s not properly sealed.
6. Trade it. Check with your dentist to see if they have a buyback program where they trade toothbrushes, floss and other items for candy.
3. Freeze it. Candy stays good for a long time, but you can extend its shelf life by chopping it up and freezing it for later.
Remember to involve your kids in the process. They’re sure to have some good ideas about what to do with the excess candy.
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What can you give for Halloween instead of candy? Traditionally, people hand out candy to trick-or-treaters on Halloween. But what if you want to give something other than candy this year? After all, candy isn’t the healthiest treat, and lots of it ends up going to waste. Here are a few fun ideas you may want to try. TOYS AND ACTIVITIES You may want to dole out little toys and activities instead of candy. These items are sure to please even the pickiest trickor-treaters: • Stickers • Temporary tattoos • Bouncy balls • Play-Doh • Glow sticks • Playing cards • Bubbles • Silly string • Crayons • Puzzles • Sidewalk chalk • Pencils and erasers
ALTERNATIVE TREATS There are a number of non-candy treats you can hand out for Halloween. Here are a few suggestions: • Raisins or other dried fruits • Mini water bottles or juice boxes • Granola bars • Fortune cookies • Pretzels Remember to stay safe this Halloween. Avoid handing out items that could be hazardous, and make sure to only choose treats that come in sealed wrappers and packages.
3 fun Halloween crafts Are you looking for a fun Halloween craft to do with your kids? Here are three ways you can spark their creativity.
line of their hand onto the paper and cut it out. They can then decorate the cutout of their hand so that it looks like a monster.
1. PUMPKIN SEED COLLAGE This craft will allow you to use up your leftover pumpkin seeds. You’ll also need paint, paintbrushes, glue, glitter and a sheet of paper. Start by painting the seeds different colours. Then, ask your children to paint a Halloween-themed picture, such as a bat, a haunted house or a witch, and decorate it with the colourful pumpkin seeds. Lastly, your children can top off their creations with glue and glitter.
3. GLOW-IN-THE-DARK PUMPKINS Instead of carving your pumpkin, paint it with neon glow-in-the-dark paint. You can paint the entire pumpkin one colour, and then add shapes and designs using a different colour. Finish it off by using a marker to draw eyes, a nose and a mouth.
2. HAND MONSTERS Gather construction paper, scissors, glitter, glue, googly eyes and any other craft materials you have on hand. Help your kids trace the out-
These easy craft ideas can be enjoyed by kids of all ages. And if you don’t have the required materials lying around your house, you can take a fun family trip to the local craft store.
Use your markers, pencils or crayons to get these monsters ready for Halloween.
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Are you looking for ways to keep your little ones active this Halloween? If so, here are some fun games and activities that will get your kids moving.
decorations or balloons. Create teams and have each member race through the obsta cle course with a mini pumpkin balanced on their head.
HALLOWEEN SCAVENGER HUNT Make a list of Halloween-themed items such as ghosts, witches and pumpkins. Then, go for a walk with your kids and have them search for the things on the list. If the weather’s bad, you can print pictures of the items and hide them around your house for a fun indoor activity.
PUMPKIN BOWLING Make a Halloween bowling game with your kids. First, decorate a ball so that it looks like a pumpkin. Then, gather empty water bot tles and fill them with cotton balls. Use a black marker to draw eyes on the bottles so they look like ghosts. Finally, set them up like bowling pins and let your kids try to knock them over.
CANDY TREASURE HUNT Hide candy, stickers or toys inside your home and around your yard. Prepare riddles and clues that will help point your kids in the right direction. They’ll need to solve the clues to find the hidden treasures. SPOOKY RELAY RACE Create an obstacle course using Halloween
Prepping these activities is half the fun, and you can get your kids to help you with the setup. Look around your house or visit the stores in your area to stock up on materials.
