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RCMP files from September - 17 - 23 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser September 17 08:15 – Male attended the detachment reporting that he was assaulted by a female. The female was asked to leave and then punched the male in the face. The female was located and arrested then released with documents for court. 09:16 – A Local victim of theft was notified by Edmonton Police Service that they had a person in custody who was in possession of the victim’s registration, insurance card and keys for his vehicle. Reporting for information purposes. 10:11 – Caller reports that overnight someone was on his property and going through vehicles. 2 – 3 vehicles were left open. The caller is unsure if anything was stolen. 13:01 – Report of a youth who received a death threat via electronic communication. The threat was sent by a third party who is outside the youth’s circle of contact. 17:07 – Report of a vehicle who passed the complainant on the shoulder while coming out of a playground while speeding. A license plate was obtained and the registered owner was contacted and issued a verbal warning because the complainant did not wish to follow through with charges. 23:31 – 911 report of the theft of a vehicle. The complainant stated that he still had the keys. The vehicle was recovered the next day. September 18 08:41 – Report of a child on a bicycle being hit by a vehicle. The child was not injured. The child’s mother was spoken to and did not request charges. The driver was spoken to. 09:14 – Report of a CRA Scam attempt where a voice message was left by a female stating that “there were issues with the recipient’s tax filing”. The message warned that If they did not call back within 2 hours the police would be contacted to come and arrest them. Reporting for information purposes. 13:21 – Caller asked for a well-being check on her husband and son. They had left a month earlier to visit family in another city. Her calls are not being answered or returned and she thinks that her number may be blocked. The subjects of the call are fine. 13:31 – Report of the theft of a cell phone from a vehicle parked outside of
an apartment. 17:40 – Report of a suspicious, abandoned vehicle. It was determined that the vehicle was stolen out of Vegreville. The vehicle was returned to the registered owner who also found tools that did not belong to him in the trunk. 19:23 – Report of a small boy running in and out of a church with no parent or supervision around. It was determined that the child had snuck out of a fenced yard he was in and was returned to his parents. 23:31 – Report of an abandoned vehicle with a rear window that was smashed. It was determined that the vehicle was stolen out of Edmonton.
September 19
08:15 – Report of a collision between a van and a moped. Moped rider had a minor injury and was also issued a warning for following too close. 14:20 – Report of the theft of a Nikon D5000 Camera from a locked vehicle. There were scratches on the window and damage to the window seal.
arrested. 23:47 – Traffic stop conducted on a vehicle for license plate not being illuminated. Alcohol consumption by the driver was suspected. The driver failed a roadside screening test. Driver’s license was suspended for 72 hours.
September 21
04:42 – Break and enter to a retail store in Mundare. A large quantity of cigarettes was stolen. Still under investigation. 08:05 – Complaint of hunters shooting close to a residence. Hunters were legally on the land and were outside of town limits. They were also the required distance away (0.2 Kilometres) from residences and also required distance from roadways. Since Permission was granted, no offense had been committed. 11:20 – Complainant reported that their name had been used to open a cell phone account. The cell phone company called the complainant on his land line because invoices had not been paid. The matter has been turned over to the Cell Phone Fraud department. 15:34 – Report of a garage being broken into and a generator being stolen. Still under investigation. 18:54 – Report of a vehicle parked by a restaurant. The occupants were observed by the caller drinking beer. A member attended and found that the occupants were drinking pop.
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03:12 – 911 Call from a male that another male threatened to kill him. Members attended and found everyone involved socializing and also intoxicated. The subject of the complaint was asked to leave and he complied. 12:52 – Incidental to an arrest (unknown to the blotter) a male youth was searched. In his bag, members found alcohol and cigarettes and was issued tickets accordingly. 16:59 – Female reports that her son is at her residence breaking items. The son is on conditions not to be at the address or be in contact with his mother. Members attended and the son was
10:11 – Report that a thief had drilled a hole in the fuel tank of a vehicle. 13:48 – Report of a house fire in Vegreville. Still under investigation. 19:17 – Vehicle stopped for speeding. The driver and the passenger were observed switching seats. The actual driver had been drinking alcohol. A demand for a breath sample was read. The driver refused and charged accordingly. *** switching drivers is a chargeable offense as well
September 23
10:43 – Homeowner reports items that had been dumped in his yard. The items were determined to have originated from a break and enter in Strathcona County.
During the week there were 75 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 7 false 911 and 5 animal strikes.
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Head in the Clouds Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser - Opinion Those might be marijuana clouds. With marijuana legalization now less than a month away, talk about what is coming is increasing. The debate between the proponents and detractors has not changed, but reality is starting to set in. Many will admit that Trudeau only got their vote because of the promise of marijuana legalization. Regardless if this is actually the case, legalization is upon us and we ow need to deal with it. A new debate has risen to the forefront and we are forced to look at even if we are not ready. The Federal government has split the responsibility for managing the legalization among jurisdictions with various areas of overlap. Things like minimums for possession limits and age restrictions are some of the federally mandated items where others fall partially or exclusively to the provinces or municipalities.
The following are the areas that the provinces are responsible for: • Impaired driving • Public health • Education • Taxation • Workplace safety • Distribution and wholesaling • Retail model • Retail location and rules • Regulatory compliance • Public consumption These are the municipal responsibilities: • Education • Taxation • Retail location and rules • Public consumption • Land use/zoning While the Alberta government has a lot of information on their websites, some feel that most provinces are not ready. In some provinces, there has been news that originally sales will only be available online and in one at least the first retail outlets are severely limited. Many smaller municipalities are struggling with their responsibilities and some may simply react rather than plan. This is understandable since the only responsibilities that are solely their own are land use and zoning. Some doctors, lawyers, and police forces have each weighed in stating that we are not ready for various reasons. One in particular, Vancouver police have stated that they will not be using the only federally approved marijuana testing device and Edmonton police have similar views. Lawyers have stated that they feel that some of the first convictions will be challenged all the way to the supreme court. With police forces drowning in paperwork already and our courts overloaded beyond capacity, this doesn’t sound like a positive move. Proponents will argue that any additional resources will be paid for by the income generated, however it sounds like another Trudeau family gift to Lawyers. Political think tanks believe they have covered all of their bases, however, they are missing a few key points. First of all are prices and taxes. Estimates have pegged annual tax revenue in the $100’s of millions. Unfortunately, they have missed a few details. In BC for example, after taking the current wholesale prices for weed and adding all the taxes at different levels, consumers will likely be paying almost 2x as much as they do now. In Colorado, prices rose to a high of $23/gram a month after legalization in 2014 and
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Vegreville Co-op Supports Special Olympics
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On September 18, Vegreville Co-op Fuel Good Day 2018 raised money for Vegreville Special Olympics. In past years, Vegreville Co-op has used the funds raised on Fuel Good Day to support a local volunteer organization. Fuel Good Day consisted of two fundraisers. First (and perhaps busiest) was the donation of $0.10 for every litre of fuel, donated to the Special Olympics. Secondly, the Co-op storefront donated hot dogs, soda, and all of the fixings for a hot dog sale that day, which was run by volunteers and athletes with the Vegreville Special Olympics. Special Olympics volunteer coach on-site and grilling hot dogs for the sale expressed the gratitude that they have for the funds raised with the support of Vegreville Co-op patrons and said that all the money they raised will go into games, equipment, and venues for the athletes.
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90 Years Ago – September 26, 1928
The Canadian Bank of Commerce in Hairy Hill is being rebuilt inside by putting in a teller’s cage and making the bank more convenient for the handling of the ever-increasing business. The bank staff will be increased to three shortly. Mr. Brooks of the Brooks Construction Co., Prince Albert, was a visitor in town on Monday, going from here to Willingdon by motor. His firm has the contract for grading the new WillingdonVegreville line and work is to commence from the Willingdon end next week. It is understood that the construction company is under agreement to have seven miles of steel laid this fall south and east of Willingdon and the balance of the work is to be done in the spring. In the meantime practically all right of way has been secured, including that into and through the town of Vegreville. It is expected that the Two Hills hotel will be ready to open its doors to the public within a week. Two Hills is very fortunate in having a hotel of this sort and it is considered one of the best between Lloydminster and Willingdon.
75 Years Ago – September 29, 1943
The long awaited and much needed repairs to the basement of the Elk’s hall are under way this week under the supervision of Steve Semotiuk. After this work is completed, gas will be installed. The Germans have notified the Swedish stone industry to halt the quarrying of granite which they had ordered for the post-war construction of German victory monuments and official Nazi buildings. An enormous contract for the stone was issued at the beginning of the war, Huge blocks of red, black and grey granite have been stored in Sweden pending delivery to the Nazis. Among the many deserved decorations recently awarded Canadian Fliers, were Distinguished Flying Medals to Flight Sergeant H.E. Patch of Vegreville, Alberta, and Flight Sergeant A.P. Fast of Langley Prairie B.C.. These join the brilliant list of exploits by lads who a few years ago had never stepped in a plane. The W.I. has been maintaining its share of war responsibilities and because of this, requires more funds for carrying on its work. For this purpose, a tag-day will be held on Saturday, October 16th, weather permitting. The object of this tag-day is four-fold; to provide money for the Jam for Britain Fund, Ditty Bag Fund, Sweater fund for the Merchant Marine, and Cigarette fund.
50 Years Ago – September 26, 1968
Dimmie Kozoway, a member of the town council since taking over a seat vacated by Nick Hantiuk some four years ago, resigned from the council on Wednesday morning this week. Mr. Kozoway was engaged in the current civic election campaign and gave the Observer the following statement: “Owing to health reasons I have found it necessary to resign my seat on council and will not stand for re-election. I would request all voters who considered voting for me to cast their vote for one of the other condidates. Four candidates will seek two seats on the Council of the Town of Mundare. John N. Diduch and Mike Maniowski both sitting councillors are seeking re-election along with William Ilkiw and Mike Novakowski. Ken Coons of Vegreville was one of the lucky winners in the current Husky Credit Cardo which is being conducted in Husky Service Stations at the present. The game is played by matching the Husky Credit Card number with those listed at Husky stations each week. If the number shows up in the draw and your credit card number corresponds with that on the display you automatically become the winner of a cash prize.
25 Years Ago – September 28, 1993
The board of education approved the following teachers as acting principals for the 1993-94 school year when the regular school administration is absent from the school: Mannville – M. Stockal, W. Eglauer; Innisfree – H. Kulak; Queen Elizabeth – B. McCarty, C. Welsh; A.L. Horton – B. Morris; Vegreville Composite Junior Senior High School – R. Grab. R.J. Turcott was hired as the pubic works manager of operation and maintenance/building inspector/development officer effective September 1, 1993 for the Town of Vegreville. A policy change was recommended by the board of Parks, Recreation and Culture to read “if the Social Center is not in use one day prior to a booked function, the user may rent the facility for a fee of $100 if desired”. A rural resident 10 kilometers northeast of Andrew reports his storage shed was broken into recently. Approximately 2000 board feet of two by six planks were stolen. These boards were in 10 to 12 foot lengths and valued at approximately $500. An attempted break-in was reported at a grain elevator in Wostok, southwest of Andrew. A window was broken and the culprits attempted to force open the door, but were unsuccessful in gaining entry.
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Canada Needs an Official Poverty Line Michael Wolfson Expert Adviser – EvidenceNetwork.ca Poverty is hard to measure. There are many aspects besides living on low income, including having disabilities or costly health problems, not being able to find decent housing, not being able to understand and communicate in an environment with increasing technological and legal complexity and being unable to find nutritious food at reasonable prices. Still, the federal government has embarked on formulating a major poverty-reduction strategy and it would presumably like to have meaningful ways of measuring and monitoring progress toward the goal of reducing poverty in Canada what Social Development Minister Jean-Yves Duclos has called the 3Ms. It’s time the federal government established an official poverty line - a dollar amount of income below which a person or family would be deemed to be poor. Many citizens may be surprised Canada doesn’t have one already. Statistics Canada has been producing various low-income lines since the 1960s but has steadfastly refused to call these poverty lines, for the simple reason that poverty involves more than living with low income. This is a reasonable position for a national statistical agency because there’s no purely statistical method for deriving a poverty line (nor a low-income line for that matter). However, it’s entirely reasonable for a government to specify a poverty line, even it embodies arbitrary judgments. That’s well within the purview of elected representatives. Having a clearly-defined poverty line enables a government to set targets, such as reducing the prevalence of measured poverty by 50 percent over the next decade. This kind of target enables a government to focus its policy agenda on the interventions and program changes most likely to be effective in meeting the target. It further allows Canadians to monitor the government’s progress toward meeting its target. A critical challenge is whether it’s possible to construct a meaningful measure of poverty. A poverty line defined by an income level should only be a starting point because it needs to be complemented by a dashboard of other measures in domains such as access to assets and social support, disability, literacy, housing and food insecurity. What kind of income line would best fit the
requirements for a meaningful official poverty line? Statistics Canada produces three sets of lines. All are flawed. The oldest is the Low Income Cut-Offs (LICO). It’s based on arcane statistical estimation and has not been revised since 1992 since it can bounce around in ways that defy logic. LICOs should be completely abandoned. Starting in 1992, Statistics Canada began publishing Low-income Measures (LIM). LIM is very simple and transparent. It’s anchored at half the median family income, after taking account of family size. LIMs vary for families of different sizes according to an “equivalence scale,” which is widely used internationally. Starting in 2000, at the request of social affairs ministers from across Canada, Statistics Canada began publishing a Market Basket Measure or MBM. While LIM fails to make a distinction along an urban-rural spectrum, MBM has different lines for each of 50 municipalities and geographic regions. This regional variation is important to reflect differences in costs across the country. MBM uses the same equivalence scale as LIM. However, MBM uses a complex mixture of items to make up its market basket. The mixture is not at all transparent and when one examines the nearly 100-page document describing the most recent 2010 detailed revisions, many will find the specific items arbitrary. As a result, both LIM and MBM have strong and weak points. Fortunately, it’s easy to imagine a “New Canadian Poverty Line” (CPL) that would combine the advantages of both, while avoiding their major limitations. Like LIM, this line would be anchored at half the median (family size-adjusted) income. But this median income would be averaged over the past few years to provide more stability. And like MBM, it would be differentiated by the same 50 geographic regions. However, instead of the complex and highly arbitrary basket of expenditures underlying MBM, only shelter costs (rents on twoand three-bedroom apartments) would be used to reflect geographic variations. While not perfect, CPL would be a sufficient start for the government’s poverty-reduction strategy. It’s meaningful, it’s practical for Statistics Canada to measure and it would provide a solid basis for monitoring progress toward the fundamental objective of reducing poverty.
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Mundare School Included in EIPS “Adopt a School” Campaign Laura McNabb Communication Services Director – Elk Island Public Schools
Sherwood Park, AB. — Three schools within Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) will soon have an influx of new books added to their learning commons thanks to the 2018 Indigo Adopt a School program—a national initiative to raise money for elementary school libraries. Fort Saskatchewan Elementary, Fultonvale Elementary Junior High and Mundare School are among 113 schools in Alberta participating in this year’s program. The Adopt a School program runs from now to October 7 and relies on the support of the community through daily online donations and storytelling—community members are asked to share a story online about the importance of reading. Each story chosen to be featured on the Adopt a School website earns a $10 book donation from Indigo for the participating school. Similarly, for every $20 donated online to a participating school, Indigo donates an additional $10 book donation to that school to purchase a new book. “I encourage everyone to share their story and help us build our school library,” says Jessica Smith, the Principal of Fort Saskatchewan Elementary. “Improving literacy rates is a key priority at our school and for Elk Island Public Schools and having a greater variety of both fiction and non-fiction books available will make a huge difference for our students. The books from the Adopt a School program will help encourage new ideas, stimulate minds and keep our
students’ interest in reading alive.” To donate or share your story, simply visit www.adoptaschool.indigo.ca/eng/schools. Search for Fort Saskatchewan Elementary, Fultonvale Elementary Junior High and Mundare School and select either “Book Bonus” or “Tell a Story, Give a Story.” Additional donations for Fort Saskatchewan Elementary can be made at Chapters in St. Albert, which officially adopted the school for this year’s Adopt a School program. All donations accepted in-store go toward stocking Fort Saskatchewan Elementary’s learning commons with new books. “Elk Island Public Schools is one of Alberta’s largest school divisions, serving approximately 17,150 students in 43 schools. We are proud to be an integral part of our communities, including Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan, Vegreville, Strathcona, and Lamont counties and the western portion of the County of Minburn.”
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St. Mary’s Junior High Cross-Country Running Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser This week, teams from within the Elk Island Public School System engaged in a cross-country running meet at Gold Bar Park in Edmonton on Wednesday, September 19. Twelve students from St. Mary’s Catholic High School’s Junior High Cross-Country team ran the race over a five-mile course consisting of a variety of hills, valleys, and straights to compete for the fastest time. At the high-school level, the terrain can also vary, but athletes can expect to run among forest floors, gravel, and grass. The Gold Bar Park in Edmonton’s river valley gave students a chance not only to compete in the run but enjoy the scenery on their athletic field trip.
St. Mary’s Golf Team Wrap Up the Season Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser The St. Mary’s Golf team placed fourth at Zones in Lloydminster on Monday, September 17th. The team did their best throughout the season, and look forward to the beginning of next year’s golf season in spring of 2019. St. Mary’s Golf 1- Stephen Austin, Ethan Bast, Sam Nawrot and Reeve Kobbero of the St. Mary’s Catholic High School golf team. (Amy Yeremcio/Photo)
Vegreville Elks Lodge Donates to KidSport George Childs Vegreville Elks On September 18, 2018, the Vegreville Elks Lodge Past Exalted Ruler Bro. Paul Bosse presented a cheque for $1,000 to Roy Mills, Chair person for KidSport. The funds will be used to support the KidSport program in Vegreville.
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Curious about Cannabis? Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser With the October 17th nationwide cannabis legalization ahead, Lamont brings in locals and health professionals to discuss the risks of recreational use. Alberta Health Services Health Promotion Facilitator and Addictions and Mental Health Professional Les Branton gave a presentation by himself, Julie Van Wensom, Tally Nixon, and Michelle Fry at the Lamont Meeting Room on September 20, 2018. Because of his background in Addictions and Mental Health, Branton gave a thorough explanation of the presentation and answered questions at the end. When Cannabis is legalized, certain laws will fall to municipalities. These laws and responsibilities are public education, retail location, and public consumption. The laws that will be consistent throughout the country are: • Provincial Gaming and Liquor Commissions (Alberta – AGLC) will manage shipping, packaging, and retail consumption. • Only legal adults 18+ can consume. • Consumption will be restricted to home-use and public places that are not designated for children (ie. Playgrounds, school grounds.) • No cannabis use will be permitted inside of motor vehicles, even by passengers. • There will be zero tolerance for GDL drivers. • There will be a possession limit of 30 grams at a time. As one of the higher levels of concern approaching legalization was impaired driving, research and testing systems have been developed to help the RCMP when it comes to charging people with impaired driving. One challenge with these developments was the “Lipid” nature of cannabinoids, which causes them to store in the body’s fat cells, sometimes up to a month. Because of this, a blood test will not be 100% effective, so a saliva test was developed for road tests…. One concern brought up by Les Branton was the cost of this test, which will cost much more than a breathalyser. As to reducing the health risks related to cannabis use, Branton walked attendees through the AHS pamphlet handout. This reads: • “Cannabis use has health risks best avoided by abstaining, to avoid all risks, do not use cannabis. Any time you chose not to use, you avoid these risks. • Delay taking up cannabis until later in life. Using cannabis at a young age, particularly before age 16, increases the likelihood of development, health, educational, and social problems. • Identify and choose lower-risk cannabis products. Some products contain a higher dose of cannabidiol (CBD), which counteracts some of THC’s adverse effects. (Branton also explained the importance of buying cannabis products from AGLC-licensed retailers.) • Don’t use synthetic cannabinoids; compared with natural cannabis products, synthetic cannabis products (e.g. K2 or Spice) can lead o more severe health problems, even death. • Avoid smoking burnt cannabis – choose safer, less toxic ways of using. Smoking burnt cannabis, especially when combined with tobacco, can harm your lungs and respiratory system. Choose other methods, such as vaporizers or edibles instead. (Branton explained that the paper and glue in a joint add toxins, but warned that anyone using cannabis should be aware that all forms of consumption
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Female Arrested after Stolen Jewellery sold Online Corporal Ronald Bumbry Eastern Alberta District – Media Relations Officer Viking and Vermilion, Alberta - “Tips from the public and collaboration between multiple detachments assisted us in a successful resolution of this investigation,” says Constable Guillaume Wilson of the Eastern Alberta Rural Crime Reduction Unit (EADRCRU).” “We will continue to target stolen property offenders utilizing all types of platforms.” Through a joint approach and coordinated efforts between the Viking and Vermilion RCMP Detachments and EADRCRU, stolen property was recovered and an individual has been charged in relation to a break and enter to a business in Viking. Between Aug. 1-2, 2018, a break and enter occurred at a business in Viking which resulted in the theft of jewellery and clothing. Public tips regarding the stolen jewellery being sold online from Vermilion was received and police continued to investigate further. On Sept. 19, 2018, police were able to identify the location of the stolen items which was valued at approximately $1000. A search warrant was executed on an outbuilding at a residence in Vermilion connected to a suspect and the stolen jewellery was seized. Police arrested Megan Atwood (33) of Vermilion and charged her with possession of property obtained by crime. She was released from custody following a judicial hearing and will be appearing in Vermilion Provincial Court on Oct. 15, 2018.
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Prisoner Experience
S/Sgt Jerry Nutbrown RCMP Ponderings When we conduct tours of our detachment the area most requested for people to see is our cell block. We do understand that this area of our ‘office’ is different than any other office or business around. This area is an unfortunate necessity that most people will never see or experience so you likely don’t know much about. Without giving away any sensitive information I hope to provide you an idea of how it’s used and what happens there. As we are not allowed by the Charter of Rights to take away anyone’s liberty for no reason, when we do have someone in cells it is because they have been alleged to have committed, or have committed, a criminal offense. When we arrest people they are considered accused persons at that time. On occasion, we will have convicted prisoners in our cells, but how they are treated is the same for all. When anyone is going to be lodged in a cell the first thing that happens when they are brought in is that their effects are gathered and documented. By effects, I mean any jackets, items in their pockets, shoes, etc. Prisoners are only allowed clothing in a cell and only a single layer, so no wearing of 2 pairs of pants or a shirt and jacket. All of their effects are noted on a prisoner form and the prisoner signs it to show they acknowledge what we have secured in a locked locker for them. When they are released, they get everything back and sign again to show they received it back. If they requested to speak with a lawyer when they were arrested, they would now be secured in a small room that has a counter, a bench, and a phone, to call for legal advice. Once legal advice has been
obtained they may be interviewed in another room or put into a cell. Our cells are the size of an average bathroom and have a stainless steel sink/toilet, a thin mattress, and a concrete bunk. They are usually given a heavy blanket and the door is locked. Some may get reading material but other than food, nothing else is allowed in a cell. There are many procedures and protocols we follow in dealing with prisoners and much has to do with safety. Our guards monitor the prisoners and report anything concerning which then is dealt by a police officer. At mealtime, our guards will prepare them a microwave meal and this is given through a small meal door in the cell. The cells also have a small window that we can cover if we move others into the cell area or something of that nature. The only time the prisoner is allowed out of their cell is for a phone call to a lawyer, to attend a hearing or when they are being released or moved. Prisoners aren’t allowed visits except under exceptional circumstances like if the prisoner is a youth and a parent would like to visit with them. In this case, they may not visit in the same room but in a room with a glass divider between them (similar to prison TV shows). The prisoners are treated well but their liberty is certainly taken away as they are moved from place to place as necessary. The majority accept their circumstances and are cooperative and respectful but some do act out. Any prisoners that have been remanded into custody by a Justice or Judge are transported to the Edmonton Remand Centre, and most prisoners prefer this. At the ERC they can access common areas and play cards etc. with other prisoners which makes it much more preferable than our cells.
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The Importance of Pregnancy Checking the Cow Herd Alberta Ag-Info Centre In a year where feed supplies are tight, knowing which cows are pregnant and which ones are open provides options that may not otherwise be available. “Feed can amount to two-thirds of a beef operation’s total costs,” says Dean Dyck, farm business management specialist at the Alberta Ag-Info Centre. “Carefully considering the feeding program could mean the difference between profitability and red on the bottom line of the balance sheet. With feed costs on the rise, keeping the open animals could cut into profitability.”
Strong culling practices can also help reduce the feed requirements of the herd. “Feed costs could vary from just under $2 per cow on a straw/grain/ canola meal diet to almost $3.25 per cow if she is fed a straight hay diet,” explains Barry Yaremcio, beef and forage specialist at the Ag-Info Centre In a herd of 100 cows, the cheaper ration would save $124 per day.” Knowing the status of each cow provides the chance to wean her calf early if she is open and to take advantage of the market. “If an open cow is thin, weaning early allows easier fattening for market,” says Andrea Hanson, livestock extension specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry. “Pregchecking yearling heifers early allows the open ones to be sold at an age that would still bring top dollar.” New ultrasound technology means that a pregnancy can be detected as early as 40 days. “Speak with your veterinarian to determine what they require and their schedule,” says Hanson. “Then, develop a game plan for preg-testing this fall.” Hanson adds that some producers this year have tightened up their breeding season as a way to identify the most fertile cows of the herd. “They are exposing replacement heifers to a bull for 30 days, with a 45-day exposure for the rest of the cow herd. Adequate bull power is very important in this sce-
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nario to ensure the females who are fertile are bred in a small window of time. While this system for breeding may seem extreme, in a year when feed supplies are tight and costs high, looking for excuses to cull are not a bad idea and will create a very productive herd for the future.” For a commercial cattle producer, the profitability of the operation depends on the GOLD management indicators: G – growth of the calves, O – open rate, L – length of calving, and D – death loss. “Bottom line is pounds of calf weaned to cows exposed to the bull,” notes Hanson. “Any cow not pulling her weight by raising a calf needs to be culled so she isn’t eating up the profits of the operation.” As for the economic value of preg-checking, Dyck says that it depends on the cull cow market price, the producer’s management system, feed and overhead costs, as well as veterinary costs. “Higher cull cow values in the spring and additional weight put on in the winter may offset higher feeding costs. The Canfax factsheet The Economics of Preg-Checking provides some useful context. Higher feed and overwintering costs favour pregnancy checking and cull cows in the fall. Given the price of hay this year, a hay ration would suggest that strategy.” Cow value is often a more important factor in the economics of pregnancy checking than either overwintering or veterinary costs. Explains Dyck, “As of September 11, 2018, cull cow prices are tracking between 78 and 92 cents per lb. Should these prices drop below 75 cents per lb., many scenarios indicate that preg-checking and culling in the fall is a better option as the cost of overwintering begins to outweigh the benefit of selling heavier cull cows in the spring. Conversely, higher cull cow prices in the spring favour overwintering as every additional pound is worth more. Watch for declining prices from fall to spring, as this will encourage pregnancy checking. The Beef Cattle Research Council has developed the Economics of Pregnancy Testing Beef Cattle Model which is simple to use and effective in showing the economics of preg checking”
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Small Business Owners Urge AB Government to Freeze Minimum Wage Amber Ruddy Alberta Director of Provincial Affairs – CFIB More than half of entrepreneurs
report reducing and/or eliminating plans to hire young workers Calgary, August 15, 2018 – New findings from the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) show local business owners want the Alberta government to take action to preserve jobs. Eighty-nine percent of Alberta business owners surveyed urges the provincial government to freeze minimum wage at current levels ($13.60/hr). In addition, local business owners report already making huge changes to their business operations as the province moves towards a $15 minimum wage by October 1, 2018: • 55 percent have reduced or eliminated plans to hire new/additional workers • 52 percent have reduced or eliminated plans to hire young workers • 46 percent have raised prices • 43 percent have reduced overall
staffing hours • 42 percent have reduced the number of employees On October 1, 2018, the provincial minimum wage will increase from the current hourly rate, $13.60 an hour, to $15 an hour. Between 2015 and 2018, the minimum wage will have increased a total of 47 percent. “Fifteen dollars per hour is a completely arbitrary number that does nothing for employees that are having their hours reduced or are losing their jobs altogether,” said Amber Ruddy, Director of Provincial Affairs, Alberta. “Hikes to entry-level wages go too far, too fast and ultimately positions for young workers are disappearing. The Alberta government must be held accountable and hit the pause button until a thorough economic impact assessment is released,” added Ruddy. Survey findings are based on 1,040 results from small and medium-sized business owners in Alberta, collected February 1 to February 22, 2018. Results are statistically accurate within +/- 3.04 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.
Music’s Power to Improve the Challenges Associated with Autism Kathleen O’Grady Managing Editor - EvidenceNetwork.ca My son is practising the piano as I write this and it’s the sweetest sound. He’s spent two years working slowly through the same level but it doesn’t matter; he’s improving and the benefits of both music therapy and music lessons have been clear and measurable. My only wish is that I had started sooner. My son has autism, a neurodevelopmental disability that’s frequently highlighted in the media as a communication disorder or a behavioural problem. The reality is more complex. Autism, I’ve come to learn, is a “whole body disorder” that
may also affect fine and gross motor skills, impair sensory function, cause sleep and gut issues, along with the more commonly-discussed social and verbal communication, and rigid and repetitive behavioural challenges. At age 10, my son still has difficulty using a fork properly, doing up buttons or tying a shoelace. It’s not intellectual delay that makes these tasks difficult - he could read maps from age three and memorize complex bus schedules or patterns by age four - but fingers that lack typical muscle and dexterity. No one talks much about this side of autism. He spent years in occupational therapy using play-based strategies to improve his fine motor and muscle development, with much success. But as he aged, it was music that brought significant improvement. First, we tried music therapy, where our son worked with a trained therapist to achieve clinical (and not musical) goals, such as improved communication. Then we turned to more formal piano lessons intended for kids on the
autism spectrum. When he started, his hands lay flat on the keys, with several unable to move individually without significant effort. It took weeks to have the fingers splay and bend and push the keys at will. And it took months to start to curve the fingers to create a rounded claw to give each finger more power to depress the individual note. But it came week by week, along with his sense of accomplishment at learning to read music and mastering new songs - and now, his ability to play with both hands at the same time. Other parents remember their child’s first steps with welled up tears. For me, it’s simple piano scales played without a struggle - fluid fingers working their way up and down the keyboard. We’ve seen music pay dividends in other significant ways. We noticed his attention span started lengthening - not just while at the piano but in other settings, too. His general confidence improved and his stress levels decreased. And he became proud he was doing something other than therapy - something that other kids do, too. So why hadn’t we done this sooner? Out of all the autism experts we consulted in the early days - and there were many - no one mentioned music as a way to help. It never came up. And that’s surprising because it turns out there’s science to back it up.
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Google in the Classroom, and other Cancellations used by their children in school. When the Community Adult Learning Program (CALP) in Tofield caught wind of this complaint, they worked together with the school division to set up the event, but it was canceled with only two registered participants. This year, CALP, Beaver County, and the Battle River School Division worked hard to advertise and raise awareness of the event and 11 people registered. As the BRSD quota for registrants for an event to run is 16, this year’s event was also canceled.
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser Joining the ranks of the Mundare Zombie Run, and other recent Fall events canceled due to low interest is the “Google in the Classroom” seminar that was scheduled for Saturday, September 22 in Ryley. The event had been planned for the first time last year, in response to the outcrying of parents in the Battle River School Division who struggled to grasp the rapidly changing technology
So, what causes such low interest in community events and courses? The Business Dictionary says that one cause may be the way the event is marketed. It defines event marketing as; “The activity of designing or developing a themed activity, occasion, display, or exhibit (such as a sporting event, music festival, fair, or concert) to promote a product, cause, or organization.”. CALP has been adjusting their work as an Adult Learning Program as well, opting for individual tutoring courses rather than classes, for the very same reason, and hope this change will help students to be able to take advantage of the availability of learning courses on their own time. As for the Google in the Classroom seminar, the organizerrepresentative with CALP who had worked on organizing and promoting the seminar said that they have been consulting professionals and the BRSD to figure out new ways to reach interested parents for future years, so that those who have asked for the course will be able to take it the next time around.
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VCHS New Principal, Mr. Rod Leatherdale Loves Learning being around them, talking to them, watching them learn, and seeing them engaged! The challenges are what make it interesting because education is evolving. We have to keep up with what we are doing to prepare the students to go out into the world because that is changing. I want to be on top of that.” Leatherdale’s vision for VCHS is to make sure VCHS is offering the best opportunities because EIPS is one of the best school districts out there. “We offer world-class education to all of our students. Vegreville will have that as well. We will do this by listening to the students and finding out what they need to do, to do well and make sure we are on top of trends in education. We also want to listen to the community and all the stakeholders and make sure they are in touch with that. The best way for students to learn and prepare for their future is by having them be engaged in Mr. Rod Leatherdale is pleased to be the new Principal their own learning. at Vegreville Composite High School as he is eager to Leatherdale is very much for share his passion for learning with them. having the parents or students (Rosanne Fortier/photo) come and talk to him at any time Mr. Leatherdale was already in uni- as those relationships are the keys to versity where he completed a Bachelor the success of the students. of Science degree and did another degree when he decided to go into education. “It seemed like a really good fit because I realized when I was in university how much I loved learning and pursuing education was a nice way to continue my passion for learning and be able to share it with students,” Leatherdale said. “Since I have been in education I have reflected on the teachers I had when I was in school and how much they cared about my learning as a student. That has always inspired me.” Leatherdale said this is his first year working as a principal and he is very excited to be at VCHS. “I had a number of roles as a teacher and an administrator. The best part of being in the education field is working with the kids. I love
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Smoky Lake Students participate in Aspen View Camp
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Vegreville Composite High School new Principal, Mr. Rod Leatherdale has been with Elk Island Public Schools for 22 years where he last worked as an Assistant Principal at a school in Ardrossan.
Dick Richards H.A. Kostash School Last week, grade 10 students from H. A. Kostash School in Smoky Lake were combined with students from 4 other Aspen View Schools. They spent 5 days at a camp near Athabasca. Some of their activities included archery, canoeing, paddle boarding, fish scale art, Aboriginal Studies, and geo-caching.
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The Myshaniuk Family On behalf of the Myshaniuk family we would like to send out a sincere thank you to all family, friends and neighbors that attended Metro Myshaniuk’s funeral. Thank you for the cards, food, prayers, memories shared, and all donations to various charities.
STAFFORD, Darlene February 5, 1939 - October 1, 2016 In loving memory of our dear mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away October 1, 2016 If roses grow in Heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for us. Place them in our mother’s arms And tell her they’re from us. Tell her we love her and miss her And when she turns to smile Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for a while Because remembering her is easy We do it every day But there’s an ache within our hearts Because we are missing her today. Forever loved and deeply missed. Lori Dea and Darcy, Lorne and Lori, Todd and Mayumi and families
FERLEYKO, (Ken) Kenneth April 20, 1942 - September 23, 2016 In loving memory of my husband, father, Gido & friend You never said I’m leaving You never said goodbye You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why A million times we needed you, A million times we cried If love alone could have saved you, You never would have passed away In life we loved you dearly In death we love you still In our hearts you hold a place, That no one could ever fill It broke our hearts to lose you But you didn’t go alone For a part of us went with you, The day God took you home Lovingly remembered and sadly missed Your loving family Wife Diane, Wendy, Dale & Monica, Jessica, Steven, your brother Randy & Pat
YAKIMETZ, Emil August 21, 1943 – September 17, 2018 On Monday, September 17, 2018, Emil Yakimetz of Vegreville, Alberta passed way suddenly while in the hospital at the age of 75 years. Emil is survived by his wife, Marilynn; daughter Michelle; mother-in-law Mary Osadchuk; sister Pearl (Robert) Milne; brother Steve (Darlene) Yakimetz; brother-in-law John (Pauline) Kulak; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Emil was predeceased by his parents Alec and Mary Yakimetz; father-in-law William Osadchuk; brother Terry Yakimetz; sister Mary Ann Kulak. A Private Family Divine Liturgy of Christian Burial was held on Friday, September 21, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Catholic Church in Vegreville, Alberta with Father John Sembrat, Father Iraneus Prystajecky, Father Joseph Tyrkalo and Father Ireney Valyavka officiating. Interment followed in the Ascension of Our Lord Ukrainian Catholic Church Cemetery – New Kiew. Memorial donations may be made to “Mass”, Heart & Stroke Foundation of Alberta” or “Alberta Diabetes Foundation.” To send condolences, please visit www.autumnrosefuneralhome.com AUTUMN ROSE FUNERAL HOME LTD. VEGREVILLE, 780-603-5800
OBITUARY DAVIS, Bud In loving memory of a dear father and grandfather who passed away September 26, 2016. Remember him with a smile today He was not one for tears Reflect instead on memories Of all the happy years. Recall to mind the way he spoke And all the things he said His strength, his stance, the way he walked Remember these instead The good advice he’d give us His eyes that shone with laughter So much of him will never die But live on ever after As we loved you, so we miss you In our memory you are near Loved, remembered, longed for always Bringing many a silent tear. Always in our hearts Bernie, Lorraine & Vincent
GOLINOWSKI, Steve June 9, 1939 - September 29, 2013 Five years have passed His Smile Though his smile is gone forever and his hand I cannot touch, I still have so many memories of the one I loved so much. His memory is my keepsake with which I’ll never part, God has him in His keeping I have him in my heart Sadly missed but never forgotten by your loving wife Wilma Golinowski, Darrell & Sharlen Tarapaski, Darrin & Somona Tarapaski, and Family & Friends
MISKIW, Richard The family of the late Richard Miskiw would like to express our sincere thanks to our family and friends for their support during our difficult time. Your prayers, cards, phone calls, flowers, visits to the house, trays of baking, fruit trays, meat trays and memorial donations to charities were very much appreciated. Special thanks to Gordon and Patty of Autumn Rose for their help and guidance, Father Jim Nakonechny for the beautiful service and kind words, The Pallbearers, and Honorary Pallbearers. Thank you to Doctor Strydom and the Nursing Staff at the St. Joseph’s Hospital for the care provided during all the times he spent at the hospital. Special thank you to Lakeland Respiratory Consulting for their excellent services, for delivering tanks of oxygen to the house on short notice for our doctor trips to Edmonton and for your kindness and support. Thank you to Diane Fausak and the Legion for the wonderful meal they prepared for the funeral. Thank you to Curtis of PharmaChoice (Value Drug Mart) for getting prescriptions ready on short notice. Thank you to the Ambulance service for getting Richard to the hospital during stressful times. Olga, Shauna, Terry, Greg, Jessica and his precious grandchildren, Caylib, Joshua, Zachary, Trystan, Taryn, Trayson and our special family friends Kiara and Hayley.
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STEINBACH, Glenna On September 17, 2018 Glenna Steinbach of Vegreville passed away at the age of 94 years. Glenna is survived by one son, Allan; three grandchildren, Curtis, Matthew, and Ashlee; also numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. Predeceased by her husband, Edward; daughter, Shirley; parents, JD and Estella Sutherland; sisters, Leola and Gladys; and brother, Jim. Private service will be held at a later date. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to Patient Comfort Society Vegreville Care Centre, or Homestead Lodge, or Vegreville United Church. Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME and CREMATORIUM
then fell to $5/gram by the end of 2017. According to consulting firm Deloitte, the current average price for weed stands at $8.24/g. Their calculations places it at a legal selling price of $10.30/g. However, I found weed available with a quick Google search for $4.29/g from an online retailer in BC. In many provinces, sales will originally begin online. In some provinces, retailing will also be done only via government stores. In this scenario, you would be handing over your information to the government so they will know that you are purchasing weed. To many, this is enough to NOT deal with online government stores. There are concerns over supply. Simply put, no one knows for sure what will be required once weed is legal. There may be a mad rush which tapers off or the industry will continue to grow slowly as is has in other jurisdictions as more people
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decide to go the legal route. Since edibles will not be allowed for at least a year, this also brings into question how retail customers will make choices. Some people do not want to smoke weed. Where will they go? Again, a quick search will have a cannabis chocolate bar or gummie bears in my mailbox in 2-5 days. We will not have the answers until weed is legal for some time. If the goal is to add tax revenue, then the government is on the mark with their plans. If their goal is to eliminate the black market for weed, I think they still have a lot of work to do. Unfortunately, we will see the problems first hand while slow-moving governments at the federal and provincial levels collect taxes and wait to react. As with many things, federal politicians are just too out of touch with the electorate. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
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Mundare Community Awareness Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On the evening of Monday, September 24, Lamont county’s next stop for community awareness registration nights reached Mundare for an evening of exploring community interests. Families looking for weeknight activities, volunteer organizations, the Lamont County peace officer, the Town of Mundare, and Lamont County representatives attended the event at the Mundare School gym in order to find or promote what’s going on in their community. Erin Thomas, Parent Link Center programmer for Lamont County, Judy Shaw of the Mundare Senior Citizen’s Center, and Jody Conley from the Mundare Municipal Library presented their upcoming events and Fall programs. From the 341 Mundare Air Cadet Squadron, Sheryl Jamison, Sgt. Ben Jamison, and Cpl. Jeremy Lawrence presented everything the Cadets have going on for the Fall season. Presenting other activities were the Mundare Curling Club and Gennine Bilodeau with the Lamont Figure Skating Club. Service organizations were presented by Debby Gargus of the Community Adult Learning Council, representatives Nicole Champagne and Meghan BrooksGoodburn for the Alberta Heartland district of the Primary Care Network, Susan Campbell of the Lamont County Food Bank (who do 1/3 of their business in Mundare and area,) Irene Talaga (chairperson) and Cathy Ralechaer of Communities in Bloom, and the Lamont County FCSS. Toni Siracky, representative auxilian of the Mary Immaculate Hospital Auxiliary presented all that they do in the hospital, including placemats, birthday parties, occupational therapy, Christmas and birthday gifts, baking, crafts, field trips, bingo, outside walks, assist at rosary, one on one visiting, assist at Mass, and more.
Jen Willes, FASD Educator with the Prairie Central FASD Association had a table to educate visitors on the dangers of drinking and smoking during pregnancy. To represent the Town of Mundare, councilors Jaime Burghardt, Cheryl Calinoiu, and Irene Talaga were available to talk to all attendees throughout the event. Also there to visit with event attendees were Bettie the rabbit and Nova the duck, who belong to library programmer Jody Conley with the Mundare Municipal Library. These furry and feathered friends hopped and waddled around throughout the event and were a fun surprise for the children to enjoy while their parents browsed through organizations.
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Reading for a Rich Life
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Having a rich life really can grow on trees. This became apparent at the September 21’s Heritage House Book Sale. The tables were filled with over 300 books, many puzzles, and even a few Ukrainian and other types of CDs. Residents had their first pick at the selection on September 20 and the public was invited to the sale on September 21. Reading and doing puzzles leads to good mental and cognitive health as it exercises the mind, is educational, it is relaxing, helps people explore other’s
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world, and escape reality. Residents and people in charge of selling said books and puzzles make an excellent gift as many were new or next-to-new. They were available at super low prices too. Recreation Aide for Heritage House, Kathy Sawchuk said they receive a lot of donations of books and puzzles. So, they wanted to have fewer books and tidy up their bookshelves to make it easier to see what they have. It’s overwhelming for residents as it is hard to choose books when there are too many. Now, their bookshelves are tidy and they are
able to see the titles of the books. They are also moving towards owning books that are large print because these are easier for their residents who are seniors to read. They have expectations to replenish their shelves with new books and puzzles. They just want to refresh their supply.
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Dealing with Diabetes Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Type 1 diabetes is a disease in which the pancreas does not create any insulin. If a person’s doesn’t have enough insulin, sugar builds up in your blood instead of being used for energy. This can cause real problems in the body and in some cases disabilities. The Canadian Diabetics Association indicated that the cause of type 1 diabetes remains unknown. Some people claim it is caused by eating too much sugar, this is a myth, as it is not caused by eating too much sugar, and is not preventable. As yet, no one has proven what causes type 1 diabetes. The Canadian Diabetics Association claims the treatment for type 1 diabetes is insulin therapy. A person with this disease can live a long and healthy life if they keep their blood sugars in the target range and use medication if their doctor prescribed it. Also, they need to monitor their blood sugar regularly, eat healthy meals, engage in regular physical activity, try to maintain a healthy weight, and manage stress effectively. They also suggest to maintain a positive attitude and get the support of others who have diabetes. WebMD mentioned that there is no cure for type 1 or type 2 diabetes but lifestyle changes can put type 2 diabetes in remission in some cases. They suggested managing your blood sugar levels. Know what to do to help keep them as near to normal as possible every day: Check your glucose levels frequently. Take your diabetes medicine regularly. And balance your food intake with medication, exercise, stress management, and good sleep habits.
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Art Attack
Artist Diane Lydom shows children how to embellish their artwork. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Artist Diane Fausak teaches children how to put textures and layers on their artwork. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
A finished elephant project that has been embellished. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Ten children from the ages of nine to 12 learned how to make an art project more beautiful at the afterschool program, Art Attack at Vegreville Centennial Library. The first session was held on September 24 and children were each given an already drawn canvas of an elephant. Library Programmer, Calina Sokalski, Artist,
Diane Fausak, with the assistant of Artist Diane Lydom taught the children how to do embellishment on their paintings. First, the children painted the elephant gray. Then Fausak showed them how to finish the painting with beads, glitter, and drawings. Fausak said this teaches kids how to add texture and layers to the artwork. Since the kids are young, they are trying to show them that less is more to get them to build their art skills.
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Rhonda Hayduk Vegreville Speedway Association On September 8, Vegreville Speedway representative Dustin Gegolick gave a donation of $300.00 to Vegreville Legion Youth Darts representatives Dylan Hayter and AJ Kisilevich. This donation was made to the Legion Youth Darts for their volunteer participation in collecting entry fees and waivers at the gate for the races this season.
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Rough Start to the Vegreville Jr. B Rangers Season
Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser This year’s hockey season started off for the Vegreville Junior B Rangers with plenty of room to improve upon their two games against the Killam Wheat Kings. The very next weekend after training camp, the Rangers played the Wheat Kings twice, first on home ice, and the following day in Killam. At the Home Exhibition Series on Friday, September 21, the team lost a home game against Killam 9-2. Saturday’s game took a turn for the worse, with a final score of 19-2 in the Wheat Kings’ Favour. Vegreville Rangers team manager Joe Budinski made the comment that while these first games were far from idea for the Rangers, things can look up in the future as the season brings the team more experience. “We have a lot of rookies on the team this year. As the whole team figures out their dynamic for this season things will go a lot more smoothly.” Budinski also mentioned that the team hit the ice around 5 times between those games, and will be working hard to make progress in the practices leading up to the next game against the Lloydminster Bandits in Lloydminster on September 28.
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George Childs Vegreville Elks On September 18, 2018, Vegreville Elks Lodge Past Exalted Ruler Bro. Paul Bosse presented a cheque for $100 to Marion Baxandall and Lisa Topilko, representatives for the upcoming Senior Wellness Day that will be held on November 7 in Vegreville. The funds will be used to offset the costs of hosting the Wellness Day.
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Brushstrokes and Books Library Programmer, Calina Sokalski reads a story about Thanksgiving to the children. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
(Left-to-right) Zarya, Eva, and Ava get ready to create a craft project. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
The turkey sock’s craft project. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Brushstrokes and Books is a new afterschool program on the third Tuesday of each month at Vegreville Centennial Library where children from five to eight create various art and craft projects and are read stories which are seasonally based. The September 18’s session began with Library Programmer, Calina Sokalski reading the eight participants some Thanksgiving stories. After this, the children created sock turkeys that were filled with rice. Sokalski said they have this program to give the children a chance to create a craft project and for kids to be able to spend time together. Registration is now closed for this program.
Eliot gets her supplies ready to create a masterpiece. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
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Hurray for Health! Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Your health is your most precious resource because when a person doesn’t feel good or has a disability with their mental and physical health, every part of their life is affected.
Genes and circumstances do have a small influence on your health and sometimes with bacterial diseases or viruses, it can be a matter of being at the wrong place at the wrong time. Researchers have indicated that chemicals and substances in the environment also contribute to health problems but most of your health is based on the decisions and choices you make in your lifestyle every day. Don’t be so stubborn about refusing advice from others as their tips can help. I remember I had a condition that affected my stomach and I didn’t want to listen when people suggested I eat yogurt on a regular basis. Finally, I decided to try it and I am seldom bothered by the condition anymore. The book, “Health Power” by Aileen Lundington
MD and Hans Diehl, DrHSc. MPH presents numerous suggestions that help people become healthier and stay this way for life. The main problem is the western diet which is clutter with diets that are low in fiber, high in sodium, has too much sugar, and rich in animal products. Any of these, when consumed regularly, can cause type 2 diabetes, cancer, stroke, and heart disease. Health Power stated that food “as-grown” is nutritionally balanced. However, refinement strips food of its fiber and nutrients, as well as, adds chemical additives. Water is the best choice when a person is thirsty. Fruit juice without sugar is an option but there is still natural sugar in this and calories. It is mentioned that the safest food to eat is fruits, vegetables, beans, lentils, and whole grains. Some foods are almost miracle foods as cherries and apples are known to help arthritis. Actually, from my own personal experience, I found when I didn’t buy junk food or I ate snack foods with sugar or salt in very limited amounts, I lost my craving for them. Engaging in physical activity on a regular basis is also the route to staying healthy. If people don’t enjoy doing these by themselves, there are always fitness centers, clubs, sports groups, and even friends who would be happy to join them. They say a positive attitude is essential to obtain good health. This can be achieved by having a purpose, goals, and engaging in productive social activities at any age. Don’t smoke and drink alcohol in moderation. Research has proven that smoking and drinking too
much can lead to certain types of cancer, as well as, other chronic health conditions. Osteoporosis can be slowed down a bit if people eat foods with vitamin D and calcium. They should also exercise, stop smoking, and reduce the amount of animal protein, salt, and caffeine in their diets. They said that caffeine can elevate blood sugar, increase blood pressure, cause tremors, irritability, and nervousness, increase stomach acid secretions, cause urinary calcium and magnesium losses, cause insomnia, and irregular heartbeat. The safest way is to avoid caffeine or have it in moderation. It is mentioned that no drug is safe when used for long periods, even those sold without a prescription. For example, Tylenol and Advil used regularly can double the risk of kidney cancer and triple the risk of kidney damage. Balancing your life and resting is the keystone of a good life too. Rest refreshes and heals the body and brain. Faith and a belief in a higher power also help people to have a long and healthy life.
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James Delawaski presents a donation cheque of $500.00 to representatives from the Eagle Hill Foundation Recreation Society
Kathy Conway Eagle Hill Foundation The Eagle Hill Foundation Recreation Society received a $500.00 donation from James Delawski an Eagle View lodge resident for the Volunteer Driver program. This program provides rides to medical appointments for residents of Eagle Hill Foundation lodges that have no transportation to their medical appointments.
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VCHS Welcomes New Assistant Principal, Mrs. Holly Warawa credited this to the wonderful family’s support she received and to the teachers she grew up with who were amazing role models. Warawa’s journey as a teacher has been very rewarding, it has been constantly busy and changing which she finds exciting. “It excites me to always be working towards something in the future!” Warawa said the best part of being in education is the interaction she has with the students. “I really enjoy working with the students and having an open relationship where they can come and talk to me as they feel is necessary. It is exciting to see when they succeed and be there if they fall and have the students know I am there to support them. It’s also nice because my change of pace includes more interaction with parents, teachers, stakeholders and community. Every day is different and not as predictable as it used to be. This makes every day exciting,” Warawa mentioned. The best way to help students learn and prepare for their future, according to Warawa is to listen and be there to support them. What is best for every student is different and she wants to accommodate students with this and do what is best for each student.
Mrs. Holly Warawa is the new Assistant Principal at VCHS and she is looking forward to interacting with the students, parents, teachers, stakeholders and community. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Vegreville Composite High School (VCHS) new Assistant Principal, Mrs. Holly Warawa was born and raised in Vegreville so being back in Vegreville feels like she is coming home. Warawa graduated from VCHS and she is happy to be back at the school. Warawa went to university where she completed a combined Bachelor of Education/Science degree. Her first job as a Math teacher was at Two Hills School with the St. Paul’s Education Regional Division and she has been at this school for the whole time before she came to VCHS. During that time, she completed her Masters of Education, as well. As a toddler, Warawa wanted to be a teacher and she stuck with that career. She
Floor Curling Season Returns in Vegreville
Victoria Paranych Submitted
The Vegreville Sunshine Club held the first invitational floor curling tournament of the season with twenty teams on September 14. First place winners were Skip- John Garred, Third-Victoria Paranych, Second-Eunice Henderson, and Lead- Melva Hossay. Second place went to the Beth Borgel Team from Strome. Third place went to the Mike Dolyny team from HWESS. And finally, the honourable mention of fourth place went to the Linda Danilak team from Tofield. A good time was enjoyed by all in attendance. Floor Curling Season Returns in Vegreville 1- First-place winners; John Garred (Skip), Victoria Paranych (Third), Eunice Henderson (Second), and Melva Hossay (Lead).
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SEptember 26, 2018
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Municipal Empowerment Tops FCM Board of Directors Agenda Attended by Vegreville Councillor Taneen Rudyk Rachel Farr Constitution. With engaged federal partCommunications Coordinator – Town of Vegreville ners, we know it can be done.” [Vegreville, AB] – Local Councillor With legalization fast approaching, canTaneen Rudyk was joined by municipal nabis was key on the agenda during this leaders from across the country in the year’s meeting. Municipalities have been County of Annapolis, Nova Scotia, to disworking hard to get ready for October 17th, cuss the goals and objectives of Canada’s but success requires ongoing collaboration municipalities for the year ahead. The topand cooperation across all orders of governics of infrastructure, cannabis legalization ment, most critically at the municipal level. and rural broadband dominated the con“Local governments are on the front TANEEN RUDYK versation. lines of legalizing cannabis across Canada. The discussion of municipal autonomy at Our priority is to keep our citizens safe and wellthis fall’s Board Meeting took place against the back- served,” said Taneen Rudyk. “As October 17 draws drop of an important national discussion about the role near, municipalities need more details on implementaof municipalities and their relationship with the pro- tion, including assurances that municipal costs will be vincial and federal orders of government. Above all, covered through financial tools like excise revenue members agreed that now is the time to focus on local sharing.” Reliable broadband is an essential service for decision-making, greater empowerment for cities and Canadians, yet remains elusive for two million living communities, and the fiscal tools necessary to make in rural, remote and northern communities. FCM that happen. board members discussed the urgent need for an ambiThe FCM Board sent a unanimous message that tious, long-term national broadband strategy lead by municipalities will oppose any use of Section 33 (the the federal government to ensure rural communities notwithstanding clause) of the Charter of Rights and maintain their vital part role in Canada’s economy. Freedoms that would have the effect of overriding local “We have a situation where Canadian households are decision-making and democratic rights at the local struggling to connect and businesses are unable to level. The FCM Board also reaffirmed its support for unlock their full potential. This is unacceptable,” said the ability of municipalities to govern their own affairs Rudyk. “We need the federal government to lead this and represent the interests of their residents. strategy through long-term, predictable solutions and “As federal political parties prepare for next year’s major investments.” Board members were also election, it is time for a mature and modern conversa- updated on developments in the federal infrastructure tion about how to empower municipal autonomy,” said plan. This plan was designed to empower municipaliFCM President Vicki-May Hamm. “We need political ties to deliver transformational transit, green and rural will from every order of government to have a conver- infrastructure projects across Canada and in Vegreville. sation about how we work together within the “The federal infrastructure plan we helped shape is
Fire Destroys Home in Vegreville Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser At 1:38 on the afternoon of Saturday, September 22, 911 received a report of a structure fire at a house on the corner of 46th street and Highway 16A in Vegreville. Trucks were dispatched from the Vegreville Fire Hall at 1:51 pm and the command truck arrived at 1:58 pm to the location of the fire. From what the Vegreville Fire Department can tell from the investigation of the scene, photos, timeline, and Facebook posts about the fire, the fire was caused by a cooking accident and it appears as if the resident had first attempted to put out on his own. Vegreville Fire Chief Phil Rowe explained that because fire grows and spreads quickly, every second a person hesitates before dialing 911 counts. “We encourage people to contact 911 the moment they recognize a fire, as it saves time,” said Chief Rowe, “Fire grows fast, and can easily get out of control. This goes for passerby as well: If smoke from a building seems abnormal (not from a chimney or fire pit,) report it.” The lone male resident at the property suffered from some minor burns to his hands and his leg. Two cats and a dog perished in the fire. Insurance is presently working on boarding up the house, as it suffered significant structural damage.
unprecedented — in its $180 billion scale its 12-year commitment, its prioritization of municipal projects, and its tailored tools for rural and northern communities,” said Rudyk. “These investments can move projects forward to build stronger economic growth, lower greenhouse gas emissions and improve quality of life for all.” Across Canada, in communities large and small, urban and rural, municipalities are the order of government closest to people’s lives. Their local solutions are helping tackle national challenges—from growth and productivity to climate change—and are building a more livable, competitive Canada. FCM is the national voice of municipal government in Canada. Its Board of Directors represents communities of all sizes from coast to coast to coast. Taneen Rudyk has served on Vegreville Town Council since 2010. In 2017 and 2018, Rudyk was elected to represent urban municipalities from across Alberta on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities an excellent table to represent the interests of Albertans who live outside large urban centres. Following the advocacy of Vegreville lobbying the Federal Government to have the Immigration Case Processing Centre remain in the community, the idea that #ruralcanadamatters has been of key importance to Rudyk as Canada becomes more and more centralized and there is an increasing danger for smaller voices in rural and remote communities to be overlooked. Taneen Rudyk was recently appointed to the Governance Representative on the FCM initiative Towards Parity in Municipal Politics an opportunity to continue her work building community and encouraging diverse participation in the political process.
- Correction Town of Vegreville Land Sale Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser In last week’s coverage of the September 10 Town Council Meeting, it was stated that the Vegreville Town Council “accepted the recommendation and moved to sell the Veg Auto and Industrial Supply building for $265,000.” This statement was the result of a proofreading/editorial error, as the building and land at 4846-50 Ave (Lot 29, Block 11, Plan 1821892) was sold by the Vegreville Town Council to Veg Auto and Industrial Supply, which will make it the “Veg Auto and Industrial Supply building,” AFTER the sale, though that was not it’s title previously. All other details about the sale were correct, and have been confirmed by the Town of Vegreville.