Vegreville News Advertiser - September 15, 2014

VOL. 67 NO. 36

The Paper That ’s Going Places!

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Vegreville’s final Downtown Market energizes local shoppers

that arrived were able to let their kids participate in ParentLink Centre’s craft table or play in the rice bin that was used for a sandbox with many fun summer toys in it or jump in the Bouncy Boyz Bouncy Castle which kept the children occupied while their parents

VVA displays artsy riches at Rotary park See page 9 for story

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Citizens of all ages had a chance to taste summer in all its finest forms while they enjoyed a great family exposition where they shopped and browse through 40 vendors’ tables at Vegreville’s final Downtown Market on September 6. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier Vegreville’s Downtown Market on September 6 was a means to energize Vegreville and boost its economic development while it gave citizens a chance to taste the last drops of summer in all its finest forms.

Over 40 vendors sported exquisite wares and one-ofa-kind products Families

Knitting Circle holds the wool on fellowship See page 13 for story

Ice bucket challenges!

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shopped.

But the vendors were the grand stage of the market.

They described their products and how they sold at past markets. Pamela Borcharat, who just moved to Vegreville from Melville,

Saskatchewan, had a table for the first time at the market. Pamela sold Knuffel stuff where she added a section of her table for face painting so the kids would have fun. “I make these Minky blankets and then I embroider the children’s

names and birth stats on it.

I have over 100 fabrics and colors to choose from. It’s good for showers, births and other events. They are very durable. It’s a keepsake that children love. The blankets sell by themselves.”

Cara Speidel, who is from

Customers browse the products Wanda Sopczak sells.“My friend makes these items in Ecuador. These are one-of-a-kind products.”Wanda admitted. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Vegreville and a regular vendor at the market, was selling her homemade Euphoria-needful things.

“My product is jewelry upcycle items so it’s not recycle but up-cycle in a different form for reuse. For instance I turn records into bowls and ball caps into magnets.

“I always sell very well at this market because I display my products nicely and I communicate well with customers.”

Darlene and Randy Schaar who are from Edmonton were selling Steeped tea which is loose leaf tea. “This is our second time at the market. We did fantastic the last time we were in Vegreville, it was our best market ever. We sold really well, the people were very friendly and it was just a great day.

“Our product sells itself because we give out samples and when people try it, they love it because it has a lot of flavor and is made with all natural ingredients.”

Erika Fausak, vendor for Aine Boho, who is from Vegreville said this was her third time at the market and she usually does quite well.

“I sell about half of my items. All my products which include jewellery, bags, purses, dream-catchers are homemade by me except the dollies inside which are up-cycled that I got from my grandmother, an aunt or at a garage sale.

Then the scrap leather from my purses is added to enhance the dream-catchers. I use genuine stones and real metals on the jewellery and they are 14k gold filled and sterling silver metal. I put what each one is made with and what the stone means. I am interested; do research on each stone so I can inform the customers.”

Andrea McEwen who sold Petite Boutique said she moved from Grande Cache to Vegreville last year and

this is her third time at the market. She sold homemade bows, pacifier clips, tutus, hair accessories, and bow ties for little boys and everything for little girls. “I do quite well at the market.

People are always looking for things for little girls for Christmas and birthday parties.

“What makes my products special is I love creating them and I put a lot of heart into it. It makes little girls feel like a princess.”

Wanda Sopczak who is from Edmonton was selling Watches, Links and Stuff.

Her friend makes these items in Ecuador. She said this is her second time at the market. “I sold well at this market. My products are one-of-a-kind and I try to display them nicely and let them sell themselves.”

Jackie Rudko held the Lifelines Creations’ booth which had homemade products of clay, origami, and artistic paintings. “I am from Edmonton and this is my second time at the market. I did well last time.

These items are my own handmade monsters’ creations. I bring the lollipops in from the States but the figurines, t-shirts and magnets are made by me. The t-shirts are my own original monsters designs. I like to create monsters because children love them and they are a timeless product for kids.”

“They are durable and I put a few out to allow kids to touch them and this helps

Erika Fausak, vendor for AineBoho said that all her projects, jewelly, bags, purses, dream-catchers are homemade by her. “I use genuine stones and real metals on the jewelery and they are 14k gold filled and sterling silver metal.”

(Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

to sell them.”

This was the final of three downtown markets which were held in 2014. The Vegreville and District Chamber of Commerce and Vegreville Economic Development and Tourism hold these markets because it promotes home based business, the arts and attracts customers to the stores and businesses and it might possibly enticed new businesses to open in Vegreville.

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Smile of the

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Terry Fox Run happening in Vegreville It was 34 summers ago that a young man from British Columbia captivated Canadians with his determination to find a cure for cancer.

This year, the Kinette Club of Vegreville is proud to be hosting the Terry Fox Run. It will be held on Sunday, September 14, 2014, at the Vegreville Aquatic and Fitness Center. Registration begins at 9 am, and the event will begin at 10 am.

Participants can walk, run, bike, or roller blade the route. Pets are welcome, too! Members of Vegreville’s Town Council are expected to attend. A warm up will be facilitated

by Sheryl Jamison.

More than one million Canadians will participate at approximately 6,000 locations across Canada.

Since Terry’s Marathon of Hope in 1980, The Terry Fox Foundation has raised over $650 million for cancer research. The community of Vegreville has raised over $164 000 during the 32 years that it has participated.

For further information, please contact: Tracy Giffin (tracegiff@gmail.com) 780-603-3497 Danielle Hanson (mrsdaniellehanson@gmail.com) 780-690-0638

Marilyn Herron Occupation: Supervisor Likes: children, cooking Dislikes: mosquitoes, weeds

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ATCO Electric helps equip Andrew Fire Department Submitted The Village of Andrew Fire Department’s efforts to purchase additional safety equipment received a $500 boost from ATCO electric recently.

“We are pleased to support one of Alberta’s many fire departments which like ATCO Electric, is deeply committed to the safety of the communities it serves,” said Bobbi Lambright, President, ATCO Electric Distribution Division. “Our support of the Andrew Fire department will ensure that it has the specialized

equipment needed in order to protect the homes, property and lives of local residents.”

“We are grateful for ATCO Electric’s financial support to help purchase six self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) units that will help firefighters safely respond to emergency situations,” Pat Skoreyko, CAO of Andrew, said.

“We also appreciate ATCO Electric’s volunteer and in-kind contributions as partners of the region’s emergency response network and as members of the community.”

ATB presents donation to Vegreville Community Daycare Society Liz Pettigrew,Personal Banker with ATB Financial Vegreville Branch,presented a $1,000 donation to the Vegreville Community Daycare Society this summer. Accepting the donation on behalf of the daycare are Brandice Harsulla, Executive Director and Debbie Uskiw, President of the Vegreville Community Daycare Society. The Vegreville Community Daycare will be using these funds to purchase necessary educational supplies and equipment for the new Days Off School Program, which will be located in St. Martin’s Elementary Catholic School. Funds donated by ATB Financial were raised from their 1st Annual Gold Tournament which was held in June 2014. (Photo Submitted)

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VVA displays artsy riches at Rotary park

People of all ages experience the polished and tasteful side of life as they browse the artwork by VVA at the Rotary Rendezvous Park on September 6. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Bev McCarty beside her homemade, Prairie Pride Patchwork. “I have been doing patchwork for around 15 years. I wanted to create something to give to the Harvest Ball in Vegreville and I came up with some original patterns.” Bev said. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier Citizens of all ages experienced the polished and tasteful side of life as they browsed Vegreville Visual Artists who had their artwork on display at the Rotary Rendezvous Park on September 6.

Shannon Tarapaski’s Vintage Rose Jewellery was handmade. “I have been doing this for a yearand-a-half now. I saw everyone in California wearing this jewellery and thought it was neat. Then I remember my mother had a spoon ring and I looked into it. There aren’t

a lot of people around here who do this work.

“This jewellery is made out of silver spoons and forks that are recycled and I make them into rings and necklaces and I also make bracelets. Every piece has a story and if you look at each one, I have the year and information written on it. One ring is from a spoon in 1937.

“I really enjoy creating this jewellery. This is my first time that I’m showcasing these rings but I sell them well privately and at the store I recently opened in Camrose.”

Bev McCarty featured her homemade, Prairie Pride Patchwork. “I have been doing this patchwork for around 15 years. I wanted to create something to give to the Harvest Ball in Vegreville and I came up with some original patterns.

“I’m not out to sell most of my work, I do it for self-satisfaction so I give most of my creations away to family members and charities. But, I will sell a few pieces.

“I went to Salt Lake City on a quilting conven-

tion and they use crystals on everything and their wall quilts are absolutely unbelievable. So, when I saw these, it reinforced how much I liked wall hangings done with crystals, gold and shiny stuff.”

Other artists from VVA who showcased their artwork are Lois Bienvenue, Dianna Sapara, Lorainne Ziegler, Joyce Bryden, Diane Fausak, Vivian Annel, Marg Varga and Pam Cole.

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Late blight confirmed in Alberta Agri-News Late blight is one of the most serious diseases of potatoes and tomatoes worldwide, resulting in sig-

nificant yield and quality losses annually. In general, in Alberta, late blight occurs infrequently, but can have devastating impacts in the

years when it reaches epidemic levels.

“In the summer of 2013, late blight was confirmed in parts of Southern Alberta and spread eastward through that region,” says Robert Spencer, commercial horticulture specialist, Ag-Info Centre, Stettler.

“In 2014, with the intent of returning to late blight-free status, increased awareness efforts were instituted in both the industry and the public. Everyone was encouraged to increase early and season long monitoring of fields, gardens and greenhouses in order to protect crops from late blight, as well as have a quicker response to any perceived infections.”

However, as the 2014 season starts to head towards the finish line, late blight has been confirmed in parts of Alberta. “Therefore, it’s recommended that all growers of potato or tomato (commercial or home garden) take specific steps to prevent the carryover of disease into future years, as a number of valuable crop industries in Alberta could be impacted by repeated outbreaks.”

In the late parts of the growing season, growers

should ensure plants die down quickly by using topkilling treatments such as chemical desiccant (diquat) or mechanical treatments.

“At the end of the growing season, gardeners should dispose of all above-ground plant materials (stems and foliage), whether infected or not, either by burial, freezing or composting,” says Spencer. “The purpose is to ensure that living tissues do not survive the winter and will break down completely, thus preventing carryover of the late blight pathogen. Avoid placing infected materials in uncovered compost piles as spores may be produced and spread the disease to nearby plantings of susceptible crops.

Piles may be covered with a tarp until the materials have frozen and are completely dead.”

Since tubers represent the primary method of disease carryover in potatoes in Alberta, every effort should be made to prevent the survival of infected tubers.

“Recognize that some of the recently prevalent strains of the late blight pathogen are more aggressive on tubers,” explains Spencer. “Carefully grade and sort harvested potato

tubers in an effort to remove any infected tubers.

Commercial seed growers should be prepared to further grade seed tubers in the spring, and mancozebbased seed treatments should be applied to try and protect developing crops from seed-borne late blight.”

Culled tubers should be disposed of in such a way as to encourage them to breakdown over winter. “Culled tubers can be fed to livestock or may be chopped, incorporated and buried, or can be placed in covered piles until they freeze completely. Ensure that potatoes do not volunteer (grow in another crop).”

The late blight pathogen normally cannot survive away from living tissues.

While the disease can survive for a time on tomato fruit, spores will not carry over on tomato seed. The disease can be introduced on living tomato transplants that are brought in from areas where late blight survives the winter.

“In Alberta, the late blight pathogen does not survive or overwinter in the soil, so growers should not worry about re-infection by planting in or adjacent to a field

where late blight has occurred, provided there are no surviving tubers that could reintroduce the disease through infected volunteer plants,” says Spencer.

“However, rotating between locations is always recommended, whenever possible, to prevent the build-up of other diseases.”

All growers should take the time to assess the past growing season and the level of risk of late blight infection or re-infection that they will face for the next growing season.

“Determine where disease might have come from and put preventative measures in place to protect against infection,” says Spencer. “It is in EVERYONE’S best interest to manage late blight, as this is a community disease. It is also critical that everyone take an active role in submitting suspect material to improve detection and management.”

For more information on identifying or dealing with late blight, or to submit a sample for testing, contact the Alberta Ag-Info Centre at 310-FARM (3276).

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Value Drug Mart winners!

(Left) Pictured is Office Manager of Value Drug Mart, Lucy Sawchuk, presenting $100 in gift cards to winner Victor Homeniuk. (Value Drug Mart/ Submitted) (Right) Pictured is winner of $250 in gift cards, Betty Dubuc and Front Store Manager Value Drug Mart, Kevin Welin. (Value Drug Mart/Submitted)

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UPCOMING EVENTS

VVA introduces Diane Fausak VVA Submitted Diane is a local artist residing in Vegreville. She loves to create in acrylic, oil, watercolour, pencils, ink and fabric.

Vibrant colours are her favourite. She is inspired by nature as can be seen in her floral paintings. Large canvas is her favourite pallet but she likes to experiment on just about any surface using interesting

texture and application techniques.

Diane finds her painting most enjoyable and rewarding. She will do commission upon request. She can be reached by email at dianefausak@gmail.com, or on her cell phone at (780) 632-1403. VVA is a group of local artists supporting and promoting the visual arts in Vegreville. All interested artists are encouraged to contact mpvarga@shaw.ca for more information.

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Knitting Circle holds the wool on fellowship

(left to right) Holly Cependa, Executive Director of VegMin, Antoinette Fortier, Stephanie Hales, Heather Woodruff, Administrative Assistant for VegMin stand behind these lovely afghans which were created by members of the Knitting Circle. One of these afghans will be used in a raffle where the proceeds will be donated to VegMin’s Literacy program and the other one will be donated to Palliative Care.

Rosanne Fortier It’s not only the wool that is circulating around but good company and new skills have found a home at the free ‘Knitting Circle’ group that meets every Wednesday at VegMin. New members are always welcome to join.

“A typical session involves knitting, crocheting and chatting,” Caroline Knowles said. Knowles is among the

members who share ideas they have about knitting at the weekly meetings. “If anyone needs help with a pattern, the members assist them with it and they work it out together. Everyone is willing to teach other members; if someone came in who didn’t know how to knit, people would be glad to teach them the basics and more.”

The Knitting Circle is

meant to be a social gathering for anyone who is interested in knitting or crocheting and wants to learn or help other members with their knitting, Caroline added. Participants can expect to make hats, scarves and afghans in this group.

Holly Cependa, Executive Director of VegMin said that one of the afghans that the members created will be used

Stress-Related Muscular Injuries Muscle fibres are designed Kim Murray R.M.T., to contract and relax in your health advantage order to create smooth specialist With all the hustle that movement. For example, as happens around the begin- you walk, sit, or lift one set ning of school and through- of muscles contract while out the school year, it is easy the opposing muscles relax.

However, if a to become absorbed muscle is under into a hectic daily constant tension routine. Working, (“fight or flight”) driving kids to without the relaxschool, homework, ation phase, afterschool activispasms, discomties, and more drivKim Murray R.M.T. fort, inf lammaing can create a Y H A S tion, pain, and high degree of headaches can physical, mental and emotional stress. Your occur. Muscles need to relax muscles generally take the to work properly and brunt of it by creating an decrease the possibility of “on-guard” posture (shoul- stress- related muscular ders are up to your ears, injuries.

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in a raffle where the proceeds will be donated to VegMin’s Literacy program. The other afghan will be donated to Palliative Care.

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If anyone wishes to know more about the Knitting

Circle, contact VegMin’s office at (780) 632-7920.

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Phone: 1-780-764-2280 For Sale: 4 year old microwave oven. Used only 4 times. Medium size. White. Asking $50. Call me at 780-632-7488 !!OLD GUITARS WANTED!! Gibso n,Martin,Fender,Gretsch. 19301980. Top Dollar paid!! Call Toll Free 1-866-433-8277 TRACTOR JIM, 67, author, inventor, heads across TEXAS, October, 1,300 mi. Issues challenge to science world: “God’s Gift vs. current Theories of Everything (T.O.E.)”. w w w.GodsAmazingAnswer.com; bakj334u@yahoo.ca 10cu Kenmore freezer $75 OBO. Treadmill Cadence C62, auto incline $300 OBO. Trade Master wood splitter $250 OBO. 780-632-3307 or 780-275-0256

PERSONAL A Christian Website featuring an eye grabbing design & user interface makes finding the biblical content easier than ever. You can take part in Broadcasts of Bible answers, live Central Study Hour & sermons. amazingfacts.org or call 632-3746

Will do Custom Baling. Phone: 780632-7321 Low cost furnace installations. New homes or replacements. Free estimates. Semi-retired tradesman.

PH: 780-718-0262 For all your renovation and plumbing needs, call Al-Sask Reno & Consulting. Dave @ 780-405-9489 or Evelyn @ 780-686-2267. An Alberta Registered Company.

SHARED

WANTED

Angela Christensen

Deanna McDonald

Siobhan Sanderson

Tanya Gehlert

CARBON CREDITS ~Attention Farmers~ Not Completed? Call Today! 780-603-0630 Crystal Don’t throw out unwanted saleable furniture. Drop off at Consignment Centre 52 St and 52 Ave 780-6324141 Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201

ACCOMMODATIONS Household privileges, Internet & Satellite TV, N/S, furnished $450/ mo. PH: 780-632-2692

SPORTING Ba Ja 90cc ATV, new battery, helmet, gloves. $1175.00 OBO. 780632-4950.

Bombardier Quad. 800 hr. 650 Quest. Rotex Motor, Acc. $6,000 OBO. 10-247 Cockshutt Cult. $1,000 OBO. PH: 780-657-2201

STORAGE For Rent: 46’ x 90’ x 16’ equipment storage shop PH: 780-668-3104

TIRES For Sale: Tire charger, works on center or center less rims. Has tubeless tire bead air blaster. Works very good. Comes from Canadian Tire. Give away price. $450 cash.

Phone: 1-780-632-5557

TO GIVE AWAY 2 male German Shepard, Border Collie dogs to a good farm home.

1-780-367-0004 Cats all sizes, colors and ages.

780-658-2154

TRUCKS REAL ESTATE 1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab. For parts. $650. 780-922-5999 2002 GMC 4x4 HD ¾ ton Service Truck 340k $3500 780-922-5999 1985 F350 Dually. Extra long flat deck, $1600. 780-922-5999

BLOCK 1x1 ½ Over 2000 properties sold from day one

UPCOMING

1997 Ford 7.3 Diesel, 4 x 4, missing transmission. Nice deck, $2800.

780-922-5999 2000 Dodge Dakota V8 4x4 Farm Truck. $1,600. 780-922-5999.

2006 Silverado 4x4. Extra cab.

200,000km. Well maintained. $7300 PH: 780-632-7748

Andrew School Submitted Andrew School is pleased to introduce and welcome four new teachers this school year!

My name is Deanna McDonald and I am thrilled to be working part time at Andrew School this year. I have been a substitute teacher on and off since

2004. I live in Ardrossan and I have two boys that keep me busy. My boys are ages 10 and 7. Last year I spent some time subbing at Andrew school and enjoyed getting to know the students and the staff. I love the community feel of Andrew, and I am excited to be a part of this school.

As of right now I am going to be teaching Grade 5/6 health. I will be in the school every Wednesday.

Although I am sure I will be there a few days more each week, to do some subbing. I am hoping that I can help implement a fairly new program called Heroes to go along with the Health curriculum. The vision of this program is to create a ‘Nation of Confident’ youth that live with character, integrity and purpose. I see these qualities already in the students at Andrew. I enjoy spending time with my family and my boys. We enjoy riding quads and campfires. I recently got hooked on riding motorcycles but do not own one yet.

I enjoy watching sports, especially hockey. I am looking forward to watching the Wildcat’s win some tournaments. It is going to be a great year and I am excited to get to know the students in Andrew!

My name is Tanya Gehlert.

This is my first year teaching in Andrew with Elk Island Public Schools and I cannot be more excited! I will be teaching all of the secondary math classes (junior high and high school) as well as running the Hot Lunch Program through Junior and Senior High Foods. Prior to this

school year, I worked in Ponoka, Alberta, teaching mostly high school math. I grew up just southeast of Sherwood Park and am now residing in Sherwood Park.

I’m not only very excited to be living closer to my friends and family this year but also teaching in such a close community with, from what I can see, amazing people.

The staff here at Andrew have been nothing but supportive and I am excited to work with them as well as all of my new students!

My name is Angela Christensen and I will be teaching junior and senior high English and Drama. I currently live in Fort Saskatchewan with my husband, Cory, and our three beautiful children: Ciaran (9 years old), Aislinn (8 years old), and Lochlan (5 years old). I have been with the district since 2011 and was fortunate enough to meet the staff and students while subbing last year.

During my time at the school I fell in love with the sense of community in Andrew and the amazing staff and students! I am extremely excited to be here and I look forward to a fantastic school year!

Ms. Siobhan Sanderson has spent countless hours this summer preparing for her new classroom full of Grade 1 & 2 students. She is very excited to be a part of our school and is very excited to teach our elementary music classes. Many, in Andrew School, will remember her from last year when she was a student teacher in the Grade 5 & 6 classroom.

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News Advertiser Vegreville Regional Museum Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development, chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame. Open Year Round. June-Aug Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 1-5. Sept-May phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www.vegreville.com (780)632-7650

The Vegreville Kinsmen Club meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at Vegreville Golf Course.

Serving the communities greatest needs and making long lasting friendships is our goal. To join or for more information on our club contact Mike Webb 780-632-2666 Are you or someone you know living with a Brain Injury? We can help! The Alberta Brain Injury Initiative provides support, coordination and education for brain injury survivors and their families. For more information on our free services call 1-866-645-3900 Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish and Game Association) Please check website VWF.ca Email vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com V.A.L.I.D. (Vegreville Association for Living in Dignity) provides a variety of programs and services to persons with disabilities. For more information and assistance please call 632-2418.

Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July & August. Meetings are held in EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM (St. Joseph’s Hospital) at 7:00p.m. Call 780-632-6323 Tofield AA Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m. Open meeting every 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893 AWANA - a Christian club for boys and girls age 3 to grade 6. Meets Thursdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Now meeting in the Alliance Church’s new building at 4606-55 Ave.Call 6322261 for more information.

Interested in joining Ukrainain singing group. 1 day a week, Starting February 2008 PH: 632-4691 after 6:00pm Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at Elks Hall. Contact HRL Shirley Preuss 780-632-3565 or secretary Leah Henderson 780632-6565.

HISTORICAL VILLAGE & PIONEER MUSEUM AT SHANDRO - located on Hwy 857, midway between Hwy 45 and 28, north of Willingdon. A proud partner of the Kalyna Country Ecomuseum, this open air museum features fourteen major buildings and artifacts from 1900 - 1930. Hours of Operation: Canada Day weekend to Labour Day Weekend, Thurs - Monday from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday. For more information 780-603-1198. Admission

by Donation.

Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services,community funded agency - Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Out patient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling. Office Hrs. - Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone 632-6617.

Vegreville Community Daycare is a licensed facility for children ages 13 months to school age. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Mon-Fri. The Daycare has been in operation since 1990 & is run as a not-for-profit organization. To register, or for more information contact Carol Metz at the Daycare at 603-4417 Vegreville Peace Park Bookings – Please call John Sawiak 780-6323208 The Vegreville Food Bank is located in the Vegreville Pentecostal Church at 4615 - Maple Street and is open Tuesday mornings 10 am - 12 pm July & August only & Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10 am - 12 pm September to June. Phone 632-6002 The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 6327070.

UCWLC Meetings to be held every third Thursday of each month at Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7 p.m. in Vegreville.

Vegreville Ambassador Program Visiting? Considering a move here?

New in Town? For anyone who wants information on the community - events, services, facilities -- we’ve got the solution! Vegreville’s “Ambassadors” are trained volunteers eager to show you their Town.

To book a complimentary tour, customized to suit your needs, please call 632-2771.

The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets every 3nd Wednesday of the month. Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and to get in the community. For more information, please call 632-2848.

Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi Purpose Room 8:00 p.m. Wednesday nights.

VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math and speaking English).

Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting.

Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program.

Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780632-7920 for more information.

Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club every Monday & Thursday. 55+ Vegreville Flying Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Terminal Building.

OIL WIVES CLUB OF VEGREVILLE: A smile, A handclasp, A word of welcome, Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around for over 60 years. We are here for any woman whose partner (or she herself) is involved with in any way in the Oil & Gas Industry. We meet once a month to foster friendship. Please call Ellen @ 780-632-4922 or Cheryl @ 780657-2341 for more information.

VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills.

Phone: 632-7920 for interviews.

Everyone is Welcome Prayer House 5729-44A st. Veg. North of St. Joseph Hospital come and share your testimony and hear the gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise.

Every Sunday at 10:30 AM. Also I will pray for the sick believing in God for the answer. But God commandeth his Love toward us, in that, while, we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

RO. 5:8 New hope church of God, Edmonton c. for the Nations Int.Veg. Doing God work together for yor good. J. Abelar. Ph. 632-2843

Blessing Widows/Single Sisters meet first Wednesday 2:00 pm at the Senior Citizens Sunshine Club.

Heads up for AA meet at Vegreville Hospital every Monday at 8:00pm

Contact Hilda 587 280-2444.

3rd floor.

The Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club invites you to share your interests and ideas in classic & antique vehicles. Join us for our monthly meetings held the 1st Wednesday of the month (except January & August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Museum. It is not necessary to own a vehicle. PH: George 632-7729 or Orest 632-3495 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Mary 603-7783

September 15, 2014

MEMORIAM FRASER, Chadwyck James Dec. 15, 1975- Sept. 15, 2013 No one knows the heartaches, Only those who have lost can tell Of the grief that we bear in silence For the one we loved so well.

Miss you so much my son, Chad.

Forever loved, from your dad.

Vegreville RC Flyers Clubmonthly meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Johns Lutheran Church basement, 4513 Maple ST. Anyone interested in radio controlled flying is welcome to attend. Contact Fred 658-2664, Perry 688-3542 The Vegreville Multicultural Melodiants Entertain every 1st Wednesday at Vegreville Care Centre at 6:00pm, 2nd Wednesday at Heritage House at 6:30 pm, 3rd Wednesday at Homestead Lodge at 6:00 pm and every last Friday at Vegreville Manor at 7:00pm. “Do not sing duing the months of July & August” Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St Vegreville. For more information call Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418 Notice - Effective immediately the Wigmak Alanon Family Group has closed it’s doors. Contact Number 780-275-0054 Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn. Regular meetings, held every last tuesday off each month (excluding July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room Everyone Welcome.

New to town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomer’s potluck lunch. 12-1pm. Bring a friend! Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-632-3966 for locations & info.

AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:30pm.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Starting September 11, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church.

780-632-7433 or 780-658-2670.

New to Town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomers potluck lunch 12-1pm. Bring a friend!

Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-3855936 for locations & info.

Wednesday – 341 Mundare Royal Canadian Air Cadets FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up! Wednesday evenings 6:309:00pm through the school year.

Youth 12-18 years welcome. Call 341 Squadron at 780-764-2341.

Visit us at www.cadets.ca or www. aircadetleague.com

OBITUARY

FRASER, Chadwyck James Dec. 15, 1975- Sept. 15, 2013 It has been a year since you were taken away, And it has been a very sad year I must say.

There hasn’t been one single day That I haven’t thought of you in some way.

Sometimes I sit and cry for a while, Other times I remember how you liked to “SMILE”.

When I go to sleep each and every night In my dreams I hold you so very tight.

I squeeze and hug you with all of my might.

In my heart this gives hope and some insight.

So today my son I want to let you know, The hardest thing ever was letting go.

Remembering you and all of the fun, I know I am blessed that you are my son.

Miss you “CHAD”.

Love always, your Momma TARAPACKI, Peter In loving memory of our dear husband and Dad Peter, who passed away September 15th, 2013.

This month comes with deep regret, It brings back the day we will never forget.

The last year has been short, With days ever so long, And when the day is over, We can close our eyes and see Your shining brown eyes and your wide smile, As plain as can be.

You worked so hard all your life, It was very important to you.

Loyalty, honesty and integrity, They all meant the world to you.

We often look above, And thank God for the years we shared And for the special love with you.

Please, God keep him in your loving care, Till we meet again.

Forever loved and deeply missed by your wife Lillian and sons Terry and Dwayne Vichnaya Pamyiat In loving memory of FRASER, Chadwyck James December 15, 1975 - Sept. 15, 2013 Things are not the same now That you are no longer here Celebrations and holidays We no longer seem to care We seem to be just going thru The motions of each day No longer having feeling Just numb in everyway You meant so much to all of us In each our own special ways Your smile we hold so dearly Till we meet again one day.

You will always be loved and forever missed.

Auntie Tee

RICHARD, Phyllis (Rita) On September 5, 2014 Phyllis (Rita) Richard of Vegreville passed away at the age of 79 years. Rita is survived by her five daughters, Gail (Bob) Reber, Barb Pierce, Laura Richard (Bob), Sandy (Randy) Ropchan, Dawn (Darrell) Laschowski; thirteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; special friend, Arnie Larsen; three sisters, Doris (Wilf), Marlene (Tom), and Carol. Predeceased by Doug; special partner, Raymond; daughter, Karen; two sisters, Joy and Mabel; two brothers-in-law, Metro and Clayton; and son-in-law, Jim..

Memorial service Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, 4814-50 Street, Vegreville. Pastor Darryl Crocker officiating. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to Alberta Heart & Stroke Foundation.

To send condolences, visit www. parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME

TRUFYN, Rosie On Saturday, September 6, 2014 Rosie Trufyn of Vegreville passed away peacefully at the age of 98 years. Rosie will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her family, two sons; and three daughters; numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, great-great-grandchildren; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Predeceased by her husband, Frank.

Celebration of Rosie’s life will be held on Saturday, September 13, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Vegreville Alliance Church, 4606-55 Avenue, Vegreville. Pastor Darryl Crocker officiating. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice or Patients’ Comfort Society, Vegreville Care Centre, Box 295, Vegreville, Alberta T9C 1R2.

To send condolences, visit www. parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME

HRUDEY, Ron July 4, 1951 – Sept., 10, 2014 On September 10, 2014 Ron Hrudey of Vegreville passed away at the age of 63 years. Left to cherish Ron’s memories are his loving wife, Debbie; three sons, Matthew, Ross, and Ian Hrudey; sister, Marian (Walter) Urichuk; brother, Marvin (Judy) Hrudey; also numerous nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends. Ron was predeceased by his parents, Metro and Anne Hrudey.

Prayer service Sunday, September 14, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church, Mundare. Divine Liturgy Monday, September 15, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church, 5701–51 Street, Vegreville.

Basilian Fathers officiating with interment in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of other tributes, memorial donations may be made to St. Joseph Hospital Foundation or Haying in the 30’s.

To send condolences, visit www. parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME

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Making your communities safer Magnificent flying machine

Leon Benoit Vegreville-Wainwright MP An important secondary focus of our Government (other than the economy and jobs) over the past year has been to create safer streets and communities across Canada. I am pleased to report the many accomplishments made during this past sitting that are helping to reach this goal.

A major milestone of our Government is Bill C-32, The Canadian Victims Bill of Rights. A first in Canadian history, this bill recognizes the vital role victims deserve and need to play in the criminal justice system. The legislation seeks to grant rights for victims of physical or emotional harm, property damage, or economic loss as a result of an offence committed under the Criminal Code, the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Act, or some offences under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. This helps deliver on action taken by Reform Members of Parliament as early as 1995.

Bill C-32 is currently at second reading in the House of Commons. The statutory rights included in this bill are as follows: Right to information: Victims would have the right to general information about the criminal justice system, available victim services and programs, as well as specific information about the progress of the case at hand.

Right to protection: Victims would have the right to have their security and privacy considered at all stages of the criminal justice process, to have reasonable and necessary measures to protect them from intimidation and retaliation, and to request their identity be protected from public disclosure.

Right to participation: Victims would have a right to convey their views about decisions to be made by criminal justice professionals and have them considered at various stages of the criminal justice process and to present a victim impact statement.

Right to restitution: Victims would have the right to have the court consider making a restitution order for all offences for which there are easy-to-calculate financial losses.

Along with the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights, our Government has set out to pass many other initiatives this past year that I look forward to supporting come the next parliamentary sitting. These measures, while still going through the parliamentary process, will improve our justice system

and help keep law-abiding Canadians safe by:

Providing a stricter application process for supervised drug consumption sites that would allow for the use of what would otherwise be illegal drugs in Bill C-2, Respect for Communities Act; Advancing efforts to combat the trafficking and cross border smuggling of contraband tobacco by establishing a 50-officer RCMP AntiContraband Force as well as a new criminal code offence in Bill C-10, Tackling Contraband Tobacco Act; Protecting Canadians from cyberbullying by enhancing authority of the court to gather evidence and convict, as well as provide compensation for victims in Bill C13, Protecting Canadians from Online Crime Act; Protecting Canadians from unsafe medicine by mandating more reaction reporting, better labels, and recalls on therapeutic products from Health Canada in Bill C-17, Protecting Canadians from Unsafe Drugs Act (Vanessa’s Law); Mandating stricter sentencing laws for sexual offences against children and establishing a publicly accessible database of highrisk child sex offenders in Bill C-26, Tougher Penalties for Child Predators Act; Enacting serious consequences for those who harm law enforcement, service and Canadian Armed Forces animals in Bill C-35, Justice for Animals in Service Act (Quanto’s Law) and; Creating A Made-inCanada Model that criminalizes the demand for prostitution, including laws against advertising, and communicating for the sale of sexual services next to a school, playground or daycare centre in Bill C-36, Protection of Communities and Exploited Persons Act. Additionally, I am pleased to announce here that C-14, The Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act, received Royal Assent in April of this year. This new law will allow public safety to be given top priority when deciding if accused persons are to be found Not Criminally Responsible on Account of Mental Disorder (NCR).

All of these initiatives speak to our Conservative Government’s commitment to making a safer place for Canadians to live for now and generations to come.

My colleagues and I look forward to passing these bills into law come the next sitting of Parliament.

Our Conservative Government has always been committed to standing on the side of law-abiding citizens while holding criminals accountable for

their actions. Since 2006, our Government has made great strides in tackling crime, supporting victims, and overall improving the effectiveness of our justice system. We have made our streets safer and held those responsible accountable by passing the following legislation since 2006:

-Safe Streets and Communities Act (2012); -The Tackling Auto Theft and Property Crime Act (2010) -The Response to the Supreme Court of Canada Decision in R. v. Shoker Act (Discourages repeat offender behavior by prohibiting use of drugs and alcohol) (2011) -Truth in Sentencing Act (2010); -Identity Theft and Related Misconduct (2010); -An Act to amend the Criminal Code (organized crime and protection of justice system participants) (2009); -The Tackling Violent Crime Act (2008); -An Act to amend the Criminal Code (street racing) and to make a consequential amendment to the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (2006); -The Protecting Canada’s Seniors Act (2013); -Citizen’s Arrest and Selfdefence Act (2012); -An Act respecting the mandatory reporting of Internet child pornography by persons who provide an Internet service (2011); -Protecting Victims from Sex Offenders Act (S2)(2011); -Serious Time for the Most Serious Crime Act (2011); -Protecting Canadians by Ending Sentence Discounts for Multiple Murders -Act (2011); -Abolition of Early Parole Act (2011); -Standing Up For Victims of White Collar Crime Act (2011); -Justice for Victims of Terrorism Act (2012); -Preventing the Trafficking, Abuse and Exploitation of Vulnerable Immigrants Act (2012); -Fair and Efficient Criminal Trials Act (2011) and; -An Act to Amend the Criminal Code (Criminal Procedure, Language of the Accused, Sentencing and Other Amendments) (2008).

These laws provide only a brief overview of what our Government has accomplished to ensure safer communities in Canada. Come the fall, our Conservative Government is committed to building on our track record of success for victims and law-abiding citizens.

Arlene Keppler snapped this photograph of a motorized glider from her deck in Mundare this summer, reminiscent of the earlier days of flight. (Arlene Keppler//Photo)

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Свято збору врожаю в Україні HARVEST

RITUALS IN

Olena Babiy Кожна країна світу має свої унікальні традиції та обряди. Найчастіше ці народні рітуали пов’язані з національними особливостями тієї чи іншої країни. Тому не є несподіванкою те, що народні обряди в Україні дуже тісно переплітаються з сільсько-господарською тематикою, адже Україна споконвіку була аграрною країною. Одним з головних обрядів року були – свято “обжинки” завершення збору врожаю. Це було дуже

UKRAINE

Святкування Harvest of the Past, яке 7 вересня відбулося в Ukrainian Village, довело, що традиції збору врожаю, які існували в Україні протягом століть, досі пам’ятаються і вшановуються в Канаді. The September 7 Harvest of the Past held at Ukrainian Village was a good sign for me to know that traditional harvest culture is still remembered and practised in Canada – customs that were deeply important in Ukraine for centuries. (Olena Babiy/Photo)

особливе свято для українців, тому що воно уособлювало кінець аграрного сезону. “Обжинки” супроводжувалися не тільки співами та іграми,

але й різними архаїчними і містичними ритуалами. В ці дні було заведено приносити різні жертви польовим духам, таким чином задобрюючи їх. Наприклад, виготовляли “Спасову так звану бороду” – пучок незжатого колосся, який залишали на полі. Існувало повір’я, що

“борода” міс тить доброзичливі духи предків, які захищатимуть поля. Крім того, з частини зрізаних колосків було прийнято плести вінки. Такі вінки прикрашали квітами і стрічками та зберігали їх до весни. А навесні зернами з цих вінків починали посівні роботи.

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“Обжинки” завжди супроводжувалися різими народними піснями. Для кожного обряду співалися окремі пісні. Всі вони відрізнялися емоційною мовою, барвистими епітетами та гіперболічними порівняннями. У неділю, 7 серпня, в музеї the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village відбулося святкування збору врожаю – Harvest of the Past & Harvest Food F e s ti v a l . Окрім відвідування постійно діючих композицій відвідувачі мали можливість на власні очі побачити як 100 років тому українські аграрії відокремлювали зерна від плевел. Дуже приємно, що стародавні українські традиції вшановуються і передаються нащадками з покоління в покоління.

Every country in the world has its own unique traditions and ceremonies. Most of these folk rituals are related to some specific national characteristics of each country. Therefore there is no surprise that folk ceremonies and rituals in Ukraine are closely tied and associated with an agrarian theme, as for centuries Ukraine is known as an agricultural country.

One of the main folk celebrations of the year was Obzhynky – the end of the harvesting. That was a very special ritual for Ukrainians because it embodied the end of the agricultural season.

Obzhynky celebrations were accompanied with special songs and games, as well as with various traditional and mystical rituals.

In those days it was customary to bring various sacrifices to the spirits of the field. For example, there was a tradition to make “Spasov beard” – a clump of unreaped wheat left on the field. There was a belief that this “beard” contains the friendly spirits of ancestors who will protect the field. Moreover, a portion of cut ears was taken to weave wreaths. These wreaths were decorated with flowers and ribbons, and kept at houses until the next spring. In the spring the seeding season began with the grains from these wreaths.

Obzhynky were always accompanied with the folk songs, there was a special song for each ritual. All songs are remarkable for their emotive language, colorful epithets, and hyperbolic comparisons.

On Sunday, September 7, the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village held a celebration signifying of the end of the harvest – Harvest of the Past & Harvest Food Festival. In addition to visiting the regular expositions visitors had an opportunity to see how a century ago Ukrainian farmers separated the wheat from the chaff.

It is very nice to admit that the ancient Ukrainian traditions are esteemed and passed down from generation to generation.

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Blue Sky’s brave souls take a cold dip Vegreville Care Centre braves Ice Bucket Challenge

Blue Sky’s Country Chysler’s staff stands in the back of a truck that they will have to jump off of as they participate in the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise money for ALS on behalf of the late Keith Carver on Sept 6. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier On September 4, Vegreville Care Centre had an Ice Bucket Challenge to show support and raise awareness for people affected by Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). From the event they raised $636 for the ALS Society.

“The Ice Bucket Challenge is all over the media so all

Cody Conway doesn’t hesitate as he takes the plunge into this bucket with ice-cold water in it during the Ice Bucket Challenge on Sept. 6. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Rosanne Fortier The staff at Blue Sky’s Country Chrysler had a warm heart and took a cool dip on behalf of the late Keith Carver at their Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS which is a new phenomenon sweeping the fundraising world.

“We generated about $4,500 for ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral

Sclerosis). All the staff that participated and jumped for this Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS raised money and there will be a wall of thank-you’s on our clipboard to everyone who donated,” Manager Wes Lauder said.

“When Keith Carver passed away we gave the family time to grieve and then we asked for their blessing to raise money for

ALS, which they gave to us. I feel it is important to do this because ALS is a very mean disease where your brain is all there but your body deteriorates and there is no way to express what the patient goes through from this. The Ice Bucket Challenge is nothing compared with what they go through. We’re trying to raise awareness about this. ”

the staff at Vegreville Care Centre were enthusiastic to participate in this ice bucket challenge because we care for Colby Coers, who has ALS.” Michelle Ziegler, Health Care Aide said.

“We’re front-line workers who deal with him daily. It breaks our heart to see the struggles he goes through from the time he gets up to

when he goes to bed. He’s very young and is a special person who is pretty important to us and we want to beat ALS. We’re hoping doing this challenge will bring more awareness to this horrible disease he has and give hope for the future for everyone affected by ALS.”

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