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Morecambe School was one of five historic buildings that were officially opened to the public during the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village’s (UCHV) Celebration of Dance on Victoria Day. On hand for the celebration were Jason Kenney, Minister of National Defense and Multiculturalism, (second from left). Also assisting with the ribbon cutting were: (left to right) UCHV Director Arnold Grant, Nick Fedchyshyn, President of the Friends of the Ukrainian Village Society, Vegreville-Wainwright MP Leon Benoit, Ray Lopushinsky, Past Chair of the UCHV Advisory Board, and Yellowhead MP Jim Eglinski.
Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village opens five new historic buildings Michelle Pinon Editor
The Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (UCHV) kicked off its 2015 season with the official opening of five historic buildings. To celebrate the special occasion, Canada’s Minister of National Defence and Multiculturalism Jason Kenney was on hand for
the festivities, along with Vegreville-Wainwright MP Leon Benoit, and Yellowhead MP Jim Eglinski, (former Ross Creek area resident). Other special guests and speakers included: Nick Fedchyshyn, President of the Friends of the Ukrainian Village Society and Ray Lopushinsky, Past Chair of the UCHV Advisory Board. Master of Ceremonies
and head historian at UCHV, Jim Nakonechny, welcomed all of the special guests, including all of the invited guests who are family members of the original owners or workers of the five historic buildings that were officially opened. “A great deal of research and work went into preparing these buildings to fully restore them, so we would like to thank all of the
informants, artifact donors, researchers, contractors, and staff for their contributions towards the success of these projects,” stated Nakonechny. Friends of the Ukrainian Village Society Nick Fedchyshyn, also thanked everyone who contributed to the historical restoration projects. “Without you, the UCHV would not be opening
five new buildings today. Those five buildings were: Morecambe School, South River Teacher’s Shack, Luzan Post Office, Grekul Barn and Grekul Granary. Fedchyshyn went on to say, “As a society, whose mandate is to support this outstanding open-air museum, we are proud of our role, in 2003, of initiating the UCHV Enrichment Program to complete the
village in terms of missing historic structures. Over the past decade, we have focused our fundraising efforts to offset costs in a number of areas including: research, support for capital construction, and for the purchase, restoration and reproduction of furnishings for the buildings which we will open today. Cont’d on Page 12
2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
School boards granted budget extension Michelle Pinon Editor School boards throughout the province will now have until the end of June to submit their budgets. Premier Designate Rachel Noteley made the 30 day extension notice last week, and Trina Boymook, chair of Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS), said the statement was good news for EIPS. “EIPS welcomes both the deadline extension and the information enrolment growth will be funded. The extension will give EIPS some breathing room and the added funds should help maintain the division’s services, programming,
and supports for students.” Boymook went on to say, “While it is good news for EIPS, and for school boards across Alberta, we will postpone budget talks until we have a clearer picture of the revised 2015 education budget.” As far as projections go, “EIPS is anticipating 112 additional students in the 2015-’16 school year, which accounts for $916,000; so to have enrolment growth funded is significant. However, until we have a complete financial picture of the revised 2015 education budget EIPS is unable to determine what the overall affect will be to its bottom line.”
So like everyone else in the province, EIPS is in a holding pattern, waiting for the new NDP government to be sworn in. EIPS is also waiting for Alberta Education to announce a minister, deputy minister, and assistant deputy minister; that according to Boymook, “will provide significant direction” to school boards across the province. Originally, EIPS board of trustees were to hold a public meeting on May 20 to review the draft budget, pointed out Boymook. “However, with the change in timeline, the meeting will not take place until a revised budget is announced by the incoming NDP government. We are in the
process of determining what meeting dates will be required to meet the new deadline. What we can tell you, is that the
EIPS board of trustees is committed to transparency in its budgeting process and the allocating of dollars to ensure
the best possible outcomes for its students and staff.”
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From Where I Sit: Open Minds, Open Hearts By Hazel Anaka While on our February cruise I was pleased that each morning the ship provided three distinct fourpage leaflets bringing news from Canada, the United States, and Great Britain. In fact that’s how I first learned that John Baird was retiring from federal politics and that a man from Lamont, Alberta had won fifty million dollars in the lottery. Unfortunately I don’t know either well enough to benefit from their news! Also earning a front-page story was the remarkable news that the Supreme Court of Canada (SCC) had unanimously ruled that Canadians have the right to end their lives with the help of a doctor if they have a “grievous and irremediable medical condition that causes enduring and intolerable suffering.” This story is remarkable for several reasons. Rarely do the nine justices ever agree (without an additional ruling explaining dissenting interpretation) on any issue so ethically or socially divisive. This would also add Canada to a list of only ten other juris-
dictions in the world to address the issue of physician-assisted suicide. It also forces government to deal with the issue after decades of rhetoric and sidestepping. The government has been given just one year to create legislation to protect the rights of the vulnerable and the doctors who have conscious objections as well as to outline the process by which the service would be accessed. A sound mind and clear, informed consent by an adult form the starting point. To put a face to this issue one need only think of Sue Rodriguez who was diagnosed with ALS in 1991 and lost this battle with the SCC in a 5-4 decision in 1993. In 1994 she ended her life with the help of an anonymous physician. In 2010, another BC woman, Kay Carter, 89 was forced to travel secretly to Switzerland to get the doctor-assisted suicide she wanted to prevent her from becoming in her words “an ironing board on a bed” and “dying inch by inch.” Most of us don’t have to think very long or hard about people who have cruelly suffered. We just need to imagine ourselves enduring pain without end while knowing all hope of recovery is gone. Who among us doesn’t hold personal dignity and the right to decide our own destiny as sacrosanct? Comparisons are being made to the decades-long fight for racial and gen-
der equality, rights for gays and the right to abortion. Despite the pain of these struggles and the emergence of both victims and heroes in the process, would any reasonable person actually suggest we turn back the clock? Whose rights would we throw under the bus? Women, blacks, LTGBs? I think as a
country and a people we are ready to boldly look this issue in the eye and come to a resolution that will free all of us (patients and doctors) as well as protect those most vulnerable. It will require political will, open minds, and equally open hearts from where I sit.
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4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Opinion Editorial In denial: Canadians not owning up to distracted driving problem Cell phones not only interfere with work and productivity, but also pose dangers and create hazards when you are behind the wheel. I wish they would come up with another name for “distracted driving” because distracted seems to diminish the importance, and sometimes urgency of not using cell phones in the workplace or in a vehicle. I feel that many people become flippant or ignorant because they
have reduced the offense of distracted driving in their minds as a minor mistake. The mistake, however, can have lethal consequences for the driver, passenger(s), and members of the public at large. It seems that looking at texts, emails or talking on the cell phone while driving is much more important than concentrating on the road and your surroundings. It’s a foolish choice as far as I’m con-
cerned. It only takes a split second to become distracted and the diversion can mean the difference between life and death. I’m sure there are readers who are rolling their eyes and tuning me out right about now, because they think I’m exaggerating, being overly dramatic, maybe even spreading fear irrationally; but I think many young people are addicted to their cell phones, and couldn’t imagine life without
them. But that false sense of neediness and urgency to be up to the minute; no up to the second has it’s downside. I came across a press release this week stating that, a majority of Canadians say distracted driving is a problem; it’s just not their problem. It went on to say, “According to the national survey of Canadians in urban and rural communities, who drive, more than nine out of 10 (93 per cent) of
respondents feel that other drivers drive while they are distracted. However, just over half (56 per cent) believe that they themselves rarely drive while distracted. This is a striking difference from how drivers view their own abilities behind the wheel compared to those with whom they share the road. Additionally, 30 per cent of respondents indicated the most dangerous thing a person can do on the road is to
drive distracted. About one third, (33 per cent) acknowledged that they check their cell phone or handheld device once or more while driving and 35 per cent admit to driving while distracted. Maybe it’s high time they quit denying they’re the problem; and owning up to the problem. Michelle Pinon
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Prairie EMS to host charity barbecue in Lamont Proceeds earmarked for Renaye Against Distracted Driving (RADD) campaign and P.A.R.T.Y program Michelle Pinon Editor
Local first responders will be marking National Paramedic Services Week in Lamont by hosting two very special events. The first event will take place on, Tuesday, May 26 at the Prairie Emergency Medical Systems (EMS) station in Lamont. Paramedics will be offering CPR and AED training at 6:30 p.m. The session is free to attend, but donations are encouraged and welcomed, said Operations Supervisor Shane Croke. The second event will be a fundraising barbecue on Thursday, May 28 at Prairie EMS station in Lamont from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Local businesses can pre-
order a hamburger, bag of chips and can of pop, (all for $5) up until 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 27. Croke said preordering makes a “huge difference” to staff, and hopes businesses and companies will respond well to that option. All proceeds from the barbecue will go towards Renaye Against Distracted Driving (RADD) campaign and Lamont County’s Prevent Alcohol & Risk Related Trauma in Youth (P.A.R.T.Y) program. Wade, a Mundare resident, was tragically injured in a car crash a couple of years ago because of a distracted driver in a semi-truck who was on their phone when they collided with the vehicle she was a passenger in on the Yellowhead Trail in Edmonton. Wade was not expected to survive
Croke is hoping to raise $1,000 from the barbecue. “If we can reach that again we’ll be happy,” he added.
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CBC casting agents hoping to reel in local talent to apply for hit prime-time show Michelle Pinon Editor The casting team for CBC’s hit prime-time show Canada’s Smartest Person is reaching out to communities across the country looking for applicants who are ready to put their smarts to the ultimate test. Casting agent Tyler Metcalf recently reached out to the Town of Lamont, and Chief Administrative Officer Sandi Maschmeyer
thought it might make for an interesting news story and she reached out to the Lamont Leader in the hopes of the weekly newspaper publishing the article. Amy Doary, public relations specialist with CBC, said they never know where Canada’s Smartest Person will come from, and want to leave no stone unturned. That’s why they reach out to communities and organizations throughout Canada to help
spread the word and encourage applications and nominations from coast to coast. “We would really like participants from your area to be a part of the show,” stated Doary. Folks have until June 21 to apply for the show. “Remember, you don’t need to have a PhD or fancy job to excel on the show, because the tests we do are about the different ways to be smart; musical, physical, social, logical, visual and lin-
guistic.” explained Doary. She even offered five tips for those interesting in applying for a spot on the show. They include: *Be proud of your accomplishments, we like a little bragging. *Make an awesome video to show us who you are. *Don’t be afraid to showcase all of the different ways you are smart. *Be confident. *And most importantly, be yourself!
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8 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Mammography Screening Clinic to visit Lamont Michelle Pinon Editor
When it comes to breast cancer, early detection can make all the difference, and Alberta Health Services (AHS) is making a difference by hosting mobile mammography clinics in rural communities throughout the province. One of those mobile clinics will be set up in the parking lot of the Lamont Health Care Centre on May 26, 27, and 28 so local residents can have a mammography screen test. Harmony McRae, community coordinator for screen testing with AHS, encourages women between the ages of 50 to 74 have a screen test. Appointments but be pre-booked however, through the 1-800-667-0604 toll free phone line. McRae says appointments are booked on a first come first served basis. “Sixty spots have already been scheduled, and 50 spots remain,” points out McRae. McRae says women in the 50-74 age group are most at risk of developing breast cancer and she says women
shouldn’t wait to have a mammogram tions. The test is able to include all average, McRae says they visit 110 because early detection can mean the breast tissue and can detect abnormali- communities each year. Of the women difference between the type of surgery ties that would be impossible to detect tested, only five per cent (i.e. 5 in 100) that is performed, recommended treat- because they are so small that a woman test positive for breast cancer. Of the ments and recovery time, as well as can’t feel any lumps. Discovering can- women testing positive for breast cancer early on can also mean the differ- cer, McRae says the survival rate is 88 survival rates. She went on to say, “A mammogram ence between a lumpectomy and a per cent. “Cancer doesn’t mean a death sentence,” adds McRae, but early is an X-ray of the breast and has proven mastectomy, adds McRae. Since 1991 AHS has been operating detection does make all the difference. to be the most effective way to detect breast cancer. Early detection allows mobile mammography services. On for a great number of options for treatment and a better chance of survival.” With this new digital technology, McRae says breast cancer can be detected two to three years earlier than traditional self PHOTO COURTESY OF ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES examinaThis mobile screening clinic will be operating in Lamont from May 26-28 in the Health Centre parking lot.
Medical First Response program comes to Bruderheim Michelle Pinon Editor
The Bruderheim Fire Department has been given the green light to participate in a new pilot program being offered by Alberta Health Services (AHS). The pilot program, the Medical First Response Program, was launched last December by AHS, and the Bruderheim Department applied accordingly. The department was given town council’s support to participate in the pilot program recently, and members could not be happier. Captain Shayne Milliken said the fire department has a long history of providing medical care prior to ambulance arrival, and is
well known for its members professionalism and knowledge by both the residents and allied agency personnel.
Shayne Milliken Milliken says under the new pilot program, wait times will be significantly reduced and overall level of care increased for local residents. Back in 2012, AHS consolidated ambulance dispatch for the province.
What that meant, explained Milliken was that our dispatch provider and theirs was no longer the same entity. “This led to a drastic change to the way that we get dispatched for medical events within the community.” He went on to say that the fire department was only dispatched if it met certain conditions. The main condition, pointed out Milliken, was that the responding ambulance crew had to request the Town of Bruderheim’s ambulance services. That led to increased response times for emergency medical care as the ambulance could be responding from Fort Saskatchewan or Redwater if the closest ambulance was not in their home community. So now, the fire depart-
ment will provide medical first response to local residents under this new pilot program. The cost of the program is funded through AHS. Mayor Karl Hauch and the rest of the members of council gave the fire department their official blessing to participate in the pilot program, and now members are ready to be put into service to better serve the community. “We value each and every one of volunteer firefighters and wanted to take this opportunity to honour them,” said Hauch during E m e r g e n c y Preparedness Week May 3rd to 9th. “Our community and surrounding area gains a lot from their dedication and services—their commitment to our resi-
dents’ safety and the department’s training programs are first class. In fact, we are setting the pace for our county! Not only does the department provide a learning platform, but also a growing career curve for members of the department,” pointed out Hauch. Fire Chief Bob Cote said, “We’ve accomplished a lot as a department over the years and recently. The department responds to 60 calls per year on average, including: fire, motor vehicle accidents, medical calls, and other miscellaneous concerns. We have been accepted for the Medical First Responders Program, which means that the ambulance can call us when there is a call within Bruderheim and the
responding firefighter can perform First Aid to their trained ability. In other words, act as a first aider to the emergency medical responders. AHS has been working on this program for many years.” The fire department is gearing up for its Centennial celebration that goes from Sept. 46th. Currently there are 16 volunteer firefighters, and the department is always looking for more members. “Fire departments like ours, with its brilliant team of first-rate volunteers and friendly work environment, can only aim for high results,” boasted Hauch. “We wish the department the greatest success for many years to come.”
Local RCMP conduct local safety enforcement check stops throughout detachment area Vegreville, Alberta May 12th to 18th marked Canada Road Safety Week, as Vegreville & Two Hills Mounties stepped up their efforts to make Alberta’s roads safer for everyone. The main focus during Road Safety Week was on aggressive driving, speeding, seatbelts, as well as distracted and impaired driving. Two
Hills and Vegreville RCMP members teamed up with Alberta Sheriffs, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement as well as Fish and Wildlife officers, to conduct operations and check stops throughout the detachment area. Over 80 charges were laid which varied from drug possession, unlawful possession of liquor
in a motor vehicle, traffic tickets, as well as 24 hour and 72 hour driving suspensions including vehicle seizures being handed out for drug and alcohol usage. Cst. Curtis Harsulla of the Vegreville RCMP traffic services unit says, “Although the numbers indicate we were busy in those areas, it was promising to see that during
our time on the road there were no criminally impaired over .08 driving charges laid. We hope that the education and enforcement campaigns are responsible for motorists making the wise decisions not to drink and drive while impaired.” Of the many operations conducted, one in particular was conduct-
ed south of Andrew, Alberta, on Sunday, May 17, 2015, where in under 2 hours over 5 vehicles were towed for various reasons, and many charges laid and driving suspensions issued. Between the 4 Mounties and 2 Sheriffs, numerous vehicles were checked and many of the motorists were pleased to see our efforts to keep
Alberta’s roads safe this long weekend. It is believed that these efforts assisted in preventing any major collisions in the area which are unfortunately common during long weekends.
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Hats On! Employment Opportunity
Carillion Canada Inc. is currently seeking Seasonal laborers PHOTO COURTESY OF ANDREW SCHOOL
Andrew School students Kienna Grosul and Kaylee Marianicz donned their hats for “Hats On for Mental Health 2015” to raise awareness of the importance of good mental health.
SCHMIDT CUSTOM SPRAYING
for Lamont Job Duties: General labor including cracksealing and flagging but may include checking road, picking garbage, etc. Carillion Canada Inc. offers competitive wages, Applicants must have a good driving record and a valid Class 5 driver’s license First Aid Certification is an asset or willing to obtain Carillion maintains a substance abuse policy Fax applications to location of choice: Carillion Canada Inc.
Andrew Schmidt, Licensed and Insured Call to book for spraying
780-818-1244
e-mail: drewega@carillion.ca or fax: 780-632-5060
10 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Elk Island Light Horse 4-H Club holds annual Achievement Day at Birch Bay Ranch Michelle Pinon Editor
Members of the Elk Island Light Horse 4-H Club held their annual Achievement Day at Birch Bay Ranch on Saturday, May 9. “It has been an amazing year,� stated Jana
Conrad, club leader and president. She has seen a great deal of progress since members started riding together last fall. The riders, between nine and 16 years of age, began their weekly lessons at the end of November, and Conrad said they were so very fortunate to be able to
Judge Coralee Mercer looks on while assessing the skills of both the horse and the rider.
Club leader Jana Conrad keeps a watchful eye.
utilize the indoor riding arena at the ranch along with helmets and tack for the past five months. Conrad said there are very few arenas in Lamont County, so it was a real boon to be able to practice out of the Strathcona based facility. Being able to practice as a group was an added
bonus, explained Conrad, and a good way to teach kids how to ride. Many of the members do not own their own horse and/or trailer, pointed out Conrad, and would not have had the same number of opportunities or level of training or experiences if the horses, tack and helmets had not been provided to them at no charge. The club also held grooming, first aid, and leadership clinics for members throughout the year. Achievement Day was the time for the riders and horses to shine, opportunity to demonstrate all of the skills they have mastered, and attain all of the goals they set for themselves at the beginning of the 4-H year. Mundare area volunteer instructor Coralee Mercer had everything well in hand during Achievement Day, and judging by the smile on her face and the faces of club members, it was all worth the ride.
MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS
Abiigail Goy pulls back on the reigns to slow down her horse Sparrow.
The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 11
Local archers right on target during provincials
PHOTOS COURTESY OF MURRAY LARONDE
Clay Laronde of Lamont walks towards the shooting line during the Provincial Indoor 3D Championship that was held near Olds recently. Clay managed to capture the bronze medal in his age category.
Tatiana Pichota and Clay Laronde pose with their medals after returning home from provincials Michelle Pinon Editor
Some of the best archers in the province, and even the country hail from Lamont County. Their accomplishments are to be recognized, and successes highlighted as a great reminder and source of inspiration for young and old alike. The source of those achievements have been made by Tatiana Pichota and Clay Laronde, who recently won gold and bronze medals at the provincial outdoor 3D championship nears Olds, Alberta. Tatiana also won gold at a national indoor 3D championship in Cloverdale, (a suburb of Surrey), British Columbia a couple of months ago. “Winning seems to come pretty
Tatiana Pichota walked away with the gold medal at provincials as well as gold at nationals.
easy for her,” says dad and mentor Vince Pichota. The 10-year-old archery sensation does work hard, and additional monthly lessons and extra practice time have made her the top ranked youth in her age category in the entire country. Right now, she is working towards the national outdoor 3D championship that will be held in Cranberry Portage, Manitoba the first weekend in August. Tatiana also has the Alberta Winter Games on her radar, and another one of her goals is to make Team Canada. She will have to be 16 years of age in order to try out, and that probably seems like a long six years away to the humble competitor, who prefers to let her shooting speak for herself. As far as Clay is concerned, the 13-year-old Lamont youth was very happy with his third place
finish at provincials. He moved up to another age category, but managed to hold his own and then some against his fellow cub competitors. Clay also did well in what’s called a grand prix contest, where three groups of five shooters face off against each other. “He lasted until the third round, and the guy who beat him out went on to win the title,” pointed out father Murray Laronde. Clay says himself that having new and improved gear from last year made a big difference in his scores. He is also looking forward to nationals this summer. Of course, both Clay and Murray will be volunteering and shooting at the upcoming 3D Archery Shoot that will be hosted by the Lamont Fish & Game Association on Saturday, June 13.
PHOTOS COURTESY OF ANDREW SCHOOL
Andrew School hosted a bevy of activities during education week including cooking, crafting, archery, impromptu basketball games, etc.
12 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Much to celebrate on opening day at UCHV Continued from Page 1 We also wish to thank the Government of Alberta for their commitment to make the addition of a total 20 potential structures a priority for the Village. We are excited to step inside these buildings and look forward to more opening in the near future.” Ray Lopushinsky, echoed many of the same sentiments. He congratulated everyone who supported the research, restoration and furnishing of the newest historical restoration projects. Lopushinsky went on to say, “It is simply amazing to see what can be achieved when we all work together with a common goal. These buildings will provide visitors with something new to see and further complete the story this living history museum tells. As someone who farms in this region, is of Ukrainian descent, and like many board members, a long-term stakeholder of the site, I am proud of the legacy that has been created to preserve early rural life in east central Alberta. I hope when you walk into these and other buildings, you will gain an appreciation for the hard work that pioneers undertook to develop this part of the province to what it is today.” UCHV Director Arnold Grandt said the Village is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a provincially owned and operated site, and Friends of the Ukrainian Village (FOUV) Society is marking its 30th anniver-
sary this year. “These new buildings are a result of the UCHV Enrichment Program, which was initiated by the FOUV Society in 2003-04 to complete the UCHV in terms of missing historic structures. The plan is to add a total of 20 historic buildings to complete our museum’s story. To date, a total of 18 have been relocated from east central Alberta, 15 are now on their permanent locations where they will be restored, furnished and open to the public in years to come. Today’s five are the first of the buildings to open.” Grandt went on to say, “One can’t imagine all of the behind the scenes work and dedication that has gone into this success.” He thanked the various sponsors and supporters of the enrichment program. “We are very proud that our ‘Village’ provides visitors with an authentic experience into the past and continues to remain relevant in the eyes of our clients, our community and citizens interested in learning more about our province’s history. “I think it takes an entire village to make this ‘Village’ the special gem that it is. With these new buildings, the authentic visitor experience is that much more enriched and will serve as a lasting legacy to this region’s early pioneers.” Minister Kenney said it was his first trip to the Village, and said Morecambe School
Ukrainian village interpreters raise the Union Jack following the official ribbon cutting ceremony of Moracombe School.
reminded him of the three room school house that he attended, and he commended everyone involved with enrichment program, as well as UCHV for bringing alive the history of the prairies and Ukrainian culture.
MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS
Former Moracombe students Adam Seaton and Anne Hapchyn pose for a photograph while touring the newly opened historic buildings at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village on May 18.
Jim Nakonechny, head historian at UCHV, (blue shirt on the left), greets visitors.
Around 400 Ukrainian dancers from across the region performed at the Celebration of Dance Monday.
Alicia Slusarchuk played several songs on the dulcimer for guests gather in the UCHV Visitor Reception Centre courtyard during opening day festivities.
The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 13
BEAVER DISTRICT 4-H AND THE HOLDEN, VIKING & TOFIELD 4-H CLUBS WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL OF OUR SPONSORS AND BUYERS FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT DURING OUR SALE ON APRIL 27, 2015 IN HOLDEN. THANKS TO OUR 2015 STEER BUYERS Your support for our clubs is greatly appreciated. Thank you. ~Holden, Viking and Tofield 4-H Beef Club members, leaders and their families.
THANKS TO OUR 2015 BUYERS Grand Champion & Viking Grand Champion Bryce Maxwell - Beaver Municipal Solutions Reserve Champion Halley Ruzicka - Viking Auction Market Holden Grand Champion Carter Chomik - Maddigan Chrysler Vegreville Holden Reserve Champion Clay Giebelhaus - Andrukow Group Solutions Inc. - Ryley Viking Reserve Champion Landon Hogstead - Vision Credit Union Viking Tofield Grand Champion Bailey Gill - Western General & Tofield Packers Tofield Reserve Champion Alex Behiels - Lamb Ford - Camrose Cory Giebelhaus - BHD Tubular Jocelyn Klein - Andrukow Group Solutins Inc. - Viking Quinton Albrecht - Campbell-McLennan Chrysler - Killam Taylor Roulston - Grant Miller Motors Vegreville Connor Rauser - Central Agencies Camrose Kaitlyn Rude - IGA - Tofield Jennifer Schoff - McClellan Wheaton Chevrolet - Camrose Bradley Russnak - Wildrose Co-op Samuel Otto - Deerland - Vegreville Hunter Barnes - Buksa’s Auctioneering Gracie Lang - Hilltop Corral Cleaning Joe Roulston - Andrukow Group Solutions Inc. - Viking Wyatt Magneson - Vegreville Ford Taylor Chomik - Maddigan Chrysler Vegreville Austin Hogstead - BHD Tubular Tyen Paterson - Central Agencies - Camrose Keith Spruyt - Viking Auction Market Jamie Paterson - Wilde and Company Vegreville Nolan Dixson -Nelsen Technologies Inc Sherwood Park Garth Beauregard - Viking Auction Market Cooper Gill - Jason Suchy - JLS Trucking Montana Magneson - LMG Mechanical & Country Bottle Depot Cameron Schoff - Sharek Enterprises UFA Tofield Koyier Cameron - Lamb Ford - Camrose Luke Schoff - Koop Family Kassidy Cameron - CEL Electric Kathleen Komarnisky - Webb’s Machinery Katie Maxwell - Providence Grain Solutions Kori Paterson - Kittle Seed Farms - Viking Hannah Komarnisky - Andrukow Group Solutions Inc. -Ryley
Reserve Grand Champion Steer RHalley Ruzicka GRAND CHAMPION STEER Bryce Maxwell
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS BEAVER DISTRICT 4-H SPONSORS 2015 Grand Champion Steer - Tofield Packers Reserve Champion Steer - Maxwell Simmentals Grand Champion Heifer - Darryl & Deb Snider Reserve Champion Heifer - Farm Credit Canada Grand Champion Pair - Ken & Darbi Rawluk Grand Champion Female - Dee-Jay Plumbing & Heating Ltd. Reserve Champion Female - Lorne & Lisa Hogstead Senior Showmanship - Brent & Susan Christensen Intermediate Showmanship - Arnold & Mary Hanson Junior Showmanship - Heiberg Farms Senior Grooming - West Wind/Viking Veterinary Clinics Intermediate Grooming - Stockyards Veterinary Services Ltd. Junior Grooming - Magneson Farms Senior/Intermediate/Junior Judging - Ron & Linda Yarham Show Matts - Jim Kallal Panels - Chomik & Roulston Families Weigh Scale - Dale Erickson Concession - Holden Agricultural Society Photocopying - Holden School Skid Steer, Set-up & Clean-up - Blair & Ellen & Heather Ewasiuk Donation - Beaver County Agricultural Service Board Straw Bales - Albrecht Family Cleaver Kids Gifts - Waskwei Creek Ranch Generators - Q-Tek Tankers Shawn Chomik & Chris Chomik A.E. Gill Trucking Cliff Grinde & Viking Auction Market
CORPORATE SPONSORS - 2015 AltaLink Alberta 4-H Legacy Fund
Grand Champion Female Carter Chomik & Taylor Chomik
Reserve Grand Champion Female Bryce Maxwell
THANK YOU TO OUR JUDGES & SHOW ASSISTANTS Conformation Judge: Ty Dietrich Grooming Judge: Denton Tatarin Showmanship Judge: Janine Ruzicka Judging Card Marker: Arnold & Mary Hanson Ringmasters: Colton Giebelhaus & Cole Grinde Ribbon Presenter: Heather Ewasiuk Auctioneer: Ron Peterson Spotter: Shawn Chomik & Chris Chomik Master of Ceremonies - Weston Magneson Photographer - Nicole Gunderson
THANK YOU TO ALL OUR LEADERS, PARENTS AND OTHER VOLUNTEERS FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF 4-H THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
14 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
The legacy of 4-H lives on in the Snyder-Zelinsky clan Rewards are plentiful and memorable for local family who epitomize the organization’s motto Michelle Pinon Editor
4-H is alive and well in Lamont County. That is the message Shelly Zelensky would like people to know. She, along with several other parents, are in the final stages of preparation for the upcoming Chipman 4-H Beef Club Achievement Day Show and Sale on Monday, June 1 in Chipman. Zelensky’s daughter Shelby will be one of 18 members who will be participating in the annual event that will include the showcasing of steers, heifers, lambs and goats at the agricultural grounds in the Village of Chipman. The show will begin at 1:30 p.m. and the sale will start at 7 p.m. One of Shelby’s biggest supporters, grandma Sharon Snyder, will be cheering on from the stands. Shelby is the fourth generation in the family to be a 4-Her, and continue on the tradition. Sharon’s father, Arnold Dickie, was a member of the local 4-H club back in 1957. Sharon, and her four older sisters also belonged to the Bruderheim Beef Club. “I was in the Bruderheim Beef Club for two
years before joining the Lamont 4-H Beef Club for five years,” says Sharon. Sharon, who grew up near Star also had all of her four children involved in 4-H when they were growing up. Now, it’s Shelby’s turn to follow in their footsteps, and she is excited about the upcoming show and sale. “We have a lot of young kids who are gung ho,” says Shelly, who is also excited about the event and future of 4-H in the area in the coming years. 4-H has much more to offer than just agriculture related experiences, Shelly says there are a multitude of different 4-H Clubs, and the Chipman 4-H Club can adapt and grow into whatever type of club the parents and children want to have. 4-H can offer everything from cooking to computers to junior leadership and photography. Diversification that is possible on many different levels, and Shelly says the possibilities are simply endless. Shelly says she was very shy as a child, and explains how 4-H, and its many and varied opportunities and requirements made her into the outgoing and well rounded person she is today. Responsibility, strong work ethic, teamwork, co-operation, and confidence are just some of the important skills she achieved during her seven years in 4-H. Shelly fondly recalls camps, conferences and competitions she participated in over the years. She made many lifelong
4-H has, and will continue to be, in the head, hands and hearts and health of the Snyder-Zelensky clan for many years. Pictured in the Chipman area barn of Shelly (Snyder) Zelinsky, middle, is her mom Sharon Snyder and her daughter Shelby Zelensky.
Shelby leads her heifer Sparkle out of the barn to get a drink of water in the corral. Shelby is leading, training and preparing her heifer and her steer Stache “Of Cash” for the upcoming show and sale in Chipman on June 1.
friends, and cherishes all of the skills she attained, and memories she accumulated during her younger years. Now Shelly is leading by example, and hopes for more of the same for her 11-year-old daughter.
All of Shelby Zelinsky’s hard work, skills, and talent will be showcased during the Chipman 4-H Club’s upcoming Achievement Day Show and Sale in Chipman.
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 17
18- The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - 19
Ukrainian Village kicks-off its 2015 season!
MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS
More than 2,300 patrons enjoyed the high flying acrobatics and twirling costumes of 400 Ukrainian dancers during the opening day celebration at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village on Victoria Day, May 18. The Celebration of Dance was one of many featured events during the event, and many people enjoyed the hospitality, cuisine, exhibits, and official opening of five new historical buildings. There are many exciting upcoming events this year, and local residents are encouraged to sign up youngsters for the Children’s Summer Program at UCHV. 2015 is a milestone year for many reasons, and the village is now open all week long for tours and activities.
20- The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Please be advised that Lamont County assessments will be mailed out on May 28, 2015. The deadline for tax payments is June 30, 2015. Penal es of 10% will be applied July 1, 2015.
Data Entry Clerk Lamont County is seeking a Data Entry Clerk. This posi on has opened due to internal movement. This individual will be responsible for assis ng in the implementa on, maintenance and records management of Lamont County’s job cos ng database. This posi on requires an individual who has the ability to work with a strong a en on to detail within firm me lines.
Name: __________________________________________________________
Key areas of responsibility and expecta ons: • Develop an in depth knowledge of Diamond Great Plains Dynamics and Worktech systems. • Input and maintain Worktech data which includes obtaining correct coding and authoriza ons. Prepare journal entries as required. • Assist in the prepara on of year end files and schedules for audit purposes. • Work extensively in all Microso applica ons including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint. • Provide back up at front counter including phones and other clerical tasks as assigned.
Address:________________________________________________________
This compe on will remain open un l 4 p.m., May 29, 2015.
City: ____________________________________________________________
Construc on Supervisor Lamont County is currently seeking a team-oriented and self-mo vated individual to fill the posi on of Construc on Supervisor. Repor ng directly to the Director of Public Works, the incumbent is responsible for the management and supervision of the Road Construc on program.
Zabava 2015 Ticket Order Form Saturday, August 22, 2015 Andrew, AB Tickets will be mailed so please complete fully.
Province: __________________ Postal Code: _____________________ Phone: _________________________________________________________ Email:__________________________________________________________ Tickets are $50 per person. Available at the Andrew Village Of ice or online at www.babasandborshch.ca or by cheque payable to Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival Mail to: Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival Box 508 Andrew, AB T0B 0C0 Buy early for best seat selection! Green dot tickets purchased before July 1 enter irst Yellow dot tickets purchased before August 1 enter second Red dot tickets purchased in August enter last
Preference will be given to candidates with: • Minimum of 3 - 5 years direct work experience as a Construc on Supervisor and office management. • Knowledge of construc on and inspec on, including rural transporta on networks. • Knowledge of the prepara on, control and monitoring of budgets. • Must have knowledge of computers, internet service, GPS/GIS. • Knowledgeable with safety standards and the following of Health and Safety policies. This compe on will remain open un l an applicant is hired. Construc on Lead Hand Lamont County is currently seeking a full- me permanent Construc on Lead Hand, repor ng directly to the Construc on Supervisor. Preference will be given to candidates with: • Minimum of three (3) years direct work experience as a construc on lead hand. • Experience with the opera on of twin engine scrapers, packers, track-hoes, dozers and graders. • Must have knowledge of computers, GPS/GIS. • A driver’s abstract will be required prior to employment commencement
NOTICE: Lamont County has many beaver traps set up on private lands. The Agricultural Service Board (ASB) Department HIGHLY recommends that NONE of these traps be tampered with or taken. This statement is issued due to the high risk and safety factors that surface when the public has no knowledge of how they are u lized. Individuals found tampering with or taking traps may be prosecuted.
Effec ve April 24, at 12:00 a.m., a Fire Advisory is in effect in Lamont County. To minimize the poten al of a wildfire event within the county no fire permits will be issued. Warming fires, cooking fires and burning barrels are s ll allowed but must be contained. Please ensure that burning barrels are in good condi on so that they will not allow the fire to get away. Supervision is required with all open flames. For more informa on contact the county at 780-895-2233, or visit h ps://albertafirebans.ca/.
When: June 10, 2015, 5-8 p.m. Where: St. Michael Hall Display Booths Including: Taxes and Finance Accurate Assessment Planning and Development The Inspec ons Group Economic Development LCREDI Babas and Borshch Agricultural Services Public Works Emergency Services County Peace Officer RCMP FCSS Lamont County Region CALC Alberta Health Care PCN NRCAER Fort Air Partnership Farmer’s Advocate Office Lamont and District Chamber of Commerce And More! BBQ in support of Lamont County Food Bank! Bring your family for fire trucks, bouncy house, free popcorn and door prizes!
This compe on will remain open un l the ideal candidate is hired.
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To view full job descrip ons visit www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/human-resources Please forward your resume/applica on to: Lamont County Human Resources Department 5303 – 50 Avenue, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Email: hr@lamontcounty.ca Fax: (780) 895-7404 Lamont County thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please join FCSS for their annual Seniors Apprecia on BBQs in Bruderheim and Mundare! Wednesday June 3, 2014 Bruderheim Community Hall 12 – 2 p.m. Thursday June 4, 2014 Mundare Drop In Centre 12-2 p.m. Contact FCSS for more informa on 780-895-7751 or Toll free at 1-877-895-2233