March 4 Weekly Review

Wednesday, March 4, 2020 Vol. 43, No. 10

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Bruce man, three others charged for property crime near Holden

Viking Skating Club held its annual Ice Carnival on Saturday with a Back to the ‘80s theme. Full coverage on Page 8 & 9.

Solar panel installation underway Patricia Harcourt Editor

The new solar energy project underway to fill the Town of Viking's energy needs is nearing fruition.

Mayor Jason Ritchie reports that 2,500 solar panels are being installed in the town's eastern industrial area by Dandelion Renewables.

"We're hoping for the end of

March," he said, regarding the construction completion date.

The town "took advantage of (funding from) the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre and the Alberta Municipal Solar Program with a grant of approximately $850,000," said Ritchie.

The project's $1,040,000 cost was financed over a 15 year period with bi-annual payments of $84,000 at 2.5 per cent interest.

Estimated revenues of $101,000

are expected in the first year the project is up and running.

"So it's a no brainer," he said, estimating that, at the 15 year mark once the project is paid off, an estimated $134,000 profit is expected to start rolling in. A planned inverter replacement is expected to be needed on year 21.

The lifespan of the project is expected to be 30 plus years, with a total 30 year profit estimated to be $3,750,000, before expenses.

On Friday, February 28, at approximately 9:30 a.m., Viking RCMP were alerted by a local citizen about the presence of two suspicious vehicles entering onto a rural property near Holden. Two trucks were reported to have been trespassing on the property and the occupants were believed to be committing a break and enter.

Viking RCMP, along with members of the Killam RCMP, Tofield RCMP, and RCMP Police Dog Services attended the area, arresting the three occupants of one of the vehicles while the second truck fled from the scene.

Later that night, RCMP received an additional tip from the public regarding the location of the second vehicle, leading police to a rural property near Bruce.

Viking RCMP were able to obtain a warrant to enter the property and arrest a fourth suspect.

Michael Kelm, 43, of Bruce has been charged with: • S. 348(1)(a) Criminal Code - Break and enter with intent • S. 145(5)(a) Criminal Code - Fail to comply with release order condition • S. 94(2) Traffic Safety Act- Drive while unauthorized.

Terrance Campbell, 33, of Grande Prairie, has been charged with: • S. 348(1)(a) Criminal Code - Break and enter

with intent • S. 88(2) Criminal Code - Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose • S. 3(a) Trespass to Premises Act - Trespass to premises for a first offence Shaymus Bennett, 27, of Fort St. John, BC, has been charged with: • S.348(1)(a) Criminal Code - Break and enter with intent • S. 145(4)(a) Criminal Code - Fail to comply with undertaking condition • S. 3(a) Trespass to Premises Ac t- Trespass to premises for a first offence Megan Atwood, 34, of Vermilion, has been charged with: • S. 348(1)(a) Criminal Code - Break and enter with intent • S. 129(a) Criminal Code - Obstruct a peace officer • S. 4(1) Controlled Drugs and Substances Act - Possession of a controlled substance • S. 3(a) Trespass to Premises Act - Trespass to premises for a first offence All accused were subsequently released by the Justice of the Peace for court.

If you have information on this or any other crime, contact the Viking RCMP at (780) 336-3441, or your local police.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com.

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Ryley, Holden presentations to BRSD emphasize communication Leslie Cholowsky Staff Reporter Four communities whose schools are under threat of closure by the Battle River School Division (BRSD) had an opportunity on Thursday, Feb. 27, in Camrose to make presentations to the board of trustees in support of their schools.

Round Hill presentations were done in the morning, followed by Hardisty, then Ryley and Holden combined in the afternoon.

The board heard from 15 delegations in all.

Village of Ryley CAO Glen Hamilton-Brown made the first presentation, accompanied by Mayor Terry Magneson.

“There have been lots of good points made here today,” he said, referring to those made by other schools under threat of closure.

“Everyone’s thinking the same thing.

“Today has portrayed many factors the board may not have considered yet, from all options on the table,” he said.

“I think the BRSD must tap the immovable force of those communities. They are going to find alternatives.

Our communities, those families, they are going to find success; work with us, or lose in the end.

“I think that instead of pulling out, and not being part of the solutions, there needs to be changes.

“I think that we at the communities are partners with you in managing your clients, which are those communities.”

Hamilton Brown echoed Hardisty CAO Sandy Otto’s earlier plea to the board: “Don’t make this decision in a silo.”

“BRSD cannot continue to operate the same way; it needs to find alternatives innovative ideas,” he said.

Hamilton Brown pointed out that BRSD has said to all that: “We’ve tried to work with communities.”

He rebutted that statement, saying: “I’m sorry, but what does working with communities look like? Ryley doesn’t feel like the BRSD has worked with our community. I’ve spoken with Holden, they say they don’t feel it.

“I heard at the Round Hill public engagement, they stated outright that BRSD has not listened to them over the past years.

“So I have to ask the question, what does working with communities look like?

“I will say this, that what I’ve seen today, is nodding heads. Up until now I’ve been relatively unimpressed, you’ve got a hard job, and up until now you’ve been focused on those finances, I think.

“There’s been new ideas on the table, and I’m glad to see that you’ve been nodding your heads like you’re thinking maybe there is something, because again, my goal today is to add enough doubt in your mind that a, you’ll think it’s the wrong decision, or at least b, if it’s the right decision, we need time to investigate that and we can’t do it in three weeks.”

He said that board focus on small school challenges should be balanced equally by small school advantages.

“I felt it was obvious BRSD is saying that closing small schools is the only smart choice. It sounds like it is justifying a decision that had already been made.”

Hamilton-Brown suggested that solutions can be found between Round Hill, Ryley, and Holden other than a direct line to Camrose.

He argued that centralization isn’t always the answer, and families get further away from schools, “They are going to choose alternate schools,” he warned, “and alternate school options.

“You are affecting the economics of these communities,” he told the board, “and again, there’s a much bigger picture than financial. There are unexpected consequences, social and economic effects.”

Hamilton-Brown closed by telling the board: “In conclusion, I want to say that there are only two possibilities.

The board is responsible to convince the constituents; if all these people here are disagreeing with you, then it’s a wrong decision, or they don’t understand; and if it’s that they don’t understand, I don’t believe you should make the decision until you’ve made us all understand.

“I don’t think you can absorb that information, as well as that given today, in three weeks. In my mind you must defer this decision.”

In the next presentation, both the Ryley and Holden School Councils combined their 15-minute time slots into a half-hour presentation, given by Linda Hunt from Holden, with Carrie Hrabec from Ryley School Council in support.

Linda Hunt and Carrie Hrabec represented Holden and Ryley School Councils, respectively. They combined their presentation into one, presented by Hunt.

Hunt told the board members, “We want to engage in constructive dialogue and come to a conclusion that’s good for us as well as good for the division. We want a long-term strategic decision to be made, not a short-term ‘let’s just solve the problem and go on.’

“We realize that a tough decision has to be made... but we assumed that closing schools would not be the first option; we assumed closing schools would be something that you would consider after having extensive engagements with our municipalities, with our communities, and listening to the ideas that come out of those engagements, so when it comes to us as the first option, we are caught off guard.”

Hunt said she knows the schools were made aware of concerns about low enrollment, “but we assumed that we would have an opportunity to work with the division, as in the past. So it never occurred to us that closing the Holden School was on the table at all.

“It was quite a shock to the school community, quite a shock to the teachers, that this was on the table at all.

“So our reaction is probably in line with all the other communities, and after hearing all the presentations [from Round Hill and Hardisty] it’s pretty clear how we are feeling about this and how it feels like it’s just too fast for us to get behind the decision that’s being made.”

She acknowledged that the board is facing difficulties.

“I’m really glad that we are on this side of the table, and not over there,” she said, motioning towards the board members.

Hunt and Hrabec’s presentation focussed on their discussions with the greater community.

“One of the issues that keeps coming up is the sense of not being able to engage with BRSD. “I looked at all the different ways that School Council has to engage, through surveys and stuff, and what we find is that it’s very scripted and narrow-focused, so sometimes as parents and those working in the community, we have a hard time expressing what we are trying to express through those engagements.”

She said that she likes the idea of the local division having autonomy over the schools, but added that in her experience she often doesn’t see engagements with BRSD actually follow through in a responsive kind of action.

“It’s difficult for us to see the outcomes of our suggestions and engagement.” She understands, she said, the division needing to take a broader view, but said, “I think it’s time to reassess how we are communicating and work together; how the school councils, the trustees, and the division, because we are hearing from our communities a lot of disconnection and dissatisfaction.“ School Councils in both communities talked to parents who previously have pulled their children from the division: “They said it was because they didn’t feel that BRSD would engage with them about the issues with their children.

“Here [in BRSD] they felt it is more about “policy, process, and finance.”

Hunt relayed stories about past issues in Ryley School where parents told them: “Information was shared with the Principal and Superintendent, and parents said it was frustrating that things took so long to change, and that so many families were lost in the interim.

“When we make administrative decisions that don’t quite fit the school, they can have lasting ramifications.

“You can’t play around with that kind of stuff, you need to be really careful.”

Hunt said that ex-BRSD employees were contacted about their past experience with Ryley and Holden schools. They were asked: “Why do we feel now that parents aren’t being heard? What do we feel like we can’t

make a difference anymore?”

She said they learned that there was a time when trustees came to Council meetings, and were part of the school, and when school councils could veto who came into the schools, [had input into staffing choices].

She said parents are questioning the accountability of trustees to the parents in their wards, she said we’re not really sure about how the school is doing with the division, in terms of communication, out of other positive changes that have been made.

She said there are a lot of questions about how information comes out of BRSD. “Why didn’t we have this information earlier?”

Hunt noted that attention has been given to finances, and there’s a sense from area parents that the division is reactive, which is concerning to her council. “You could get behind disturbing plans if you can see some long-term vision behind them,” rather than knee-jerk reactivity.

Hunt asked the board to delay a decision until the full impact of the new funding model and budget are determined.

She also brought up a disturbing issue brought up in conversations with the community.

“There is a culture of fear with our teachers that isn’t okay,” Hunt said, citing conversations with present and past teachers.

“There is a fear that they will be reprimanded, that they will be transferred without wanting to be transferred.

“Some of the conversations that we are having with past staff members are a bit concerning.

“The culture of... whether it is perceived fear or true fear, it is a culture of fear, and that precipitates down through the culture of the organization, and I think it’s a problem.”

Hunt summarized: “The bottom line is that we want you to defeat the motion. We want it gone. We want to look at the new funding model. If we have to combine the schools, it needs to be a decision that is made collaboratively with the communities because it’s the right thing to do.

“We like it the way we have it - no one likes change, but we want it to be done in a way that makes sense, that engages us so that we can get behind any decision that has to be made.”

Kevin Smook from Beaver County Council was the next presenter.

He told the board, “Closing a school will impact and potentially devastate our community. It’s just the truth.

“We need to invest in schools, and not necessarily with money. People need to support our own schools, health care, and commerce.

“People have to do that, and we definitely need the support. The school division needs to do that, too.

“I understand, truly, that this is a multi-faceted issue, on the one hand, we see declining enrollment, and you’re trying to react to that, and on the other side I understand that there are pressures as well from the amount of money that you are receiving.

“So I understand there are challenges, but your job is to face the challenges.”

He said the timeline for the process has been “too tight.

We have resilient communities, when given a chance.”

Smook noted that six of eight current trustees are rural: “You know how this will impact your communities.

“This impacts Beaver County every bit as much as the urban centres, as many of our kids bus to the schools.

“We are being encouraged to collaborate with our urban partners, and Bill 25 indicates that municipalities must enter into an agreement with school boards within three years.

“Yet we’ve not had any discussions with you whatsoever on a decision that will no doubt have a serious impact on our viability.

“A loss of the Holden School, a loss of the high school in Ryley, is a loss to both of those communities, but it truly is a loss to Beaver County.”

The final presentation was given by Steve Marusiak, Deputy Mayor of the Village of Holden.

Marusiak told the board that Holden Council did not feel that enough consultation has been done to properly make a decision, asking for a one year extension to be given before any changes are made.

Marusiak said that the village isn’t looking for solutions today, but that it would like to be involved in conversations about transportation and alternative programming that might be considered for the future.

Board Chair Norman Erickson thanked each of the presenters for coming before the board, and promised that the board would give consideration to everything said that day.

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LETTER Viking Figure Skating Club questions town council re: jump harness financing Dear Editor: The following is an open letter to Mr. Mayor and Town of Viking Councillors as presented at Viking Council's meeting on Tuesday, February 18. Viking Skating Club President Jenn Morken, principal presenter; At this time I am asking you to put yourself in our position, and I ask that you listen as a parent volunteering on a board so your children can continue to do what they love.

The following are the events that have happened since we were last included in communications dated November 25, 2019. At this point we were waiting for estimates so we could apply for grants and donations to help cover our share of the cost – the labour as was stated on July 16, 2019.

December 12, 2019 – Construction begins on bases required to support the beams in the Carena (Viking Skating Club wasn’t informed that installation was beginning until that day when a picture was texted to myself). We were still of the understanding that the beams would have to wait until the ice was taken out, and that we would have time to raise funds once we knew our labour costs.

December 12, 2019 - Council passes a motion that says “That Administration advise Viking Skating Club that the Town will match donation of Beaver County in regards to the cost of the Jump Harness to be installed in the Carena.”

Until speaking to Mayor Ritchie on February 6, 2020, the Viking Skating Club was unaware of the motion at all.

January 16, 2020 – Email from CAO Don McLeod dated Thursday, January 16 at 3:47 p.m., as follows: "Hi Jenn - The Town is willing to help but will cannot afford the whole amount. I have a list in my office, and I will help you with funding requests to other organizations. I spoke today with Beaver County and they are in.

We just need to apply. Also there are other foundation(s) whose sole function is to grant out money to sort of

project. We will get it done! Don." Reading this email it sounds like we still have the Town’s support to help with some of the cost – not matching what the Beaver County gives.

January 28 – Made arrangements to meet with Don to discuss grants, and he mentions that installation of Jump Harness is complete.

We had no knowledge that installation was even an option while the ice was in.

Evening of the 28th – Meet with Don, he hands me a letter he has completed on our behalf to help with the grant application for Beaver County – apply for $5,000 and Town will match that. He informs me that he has sent out requests to P&H, Cargill, and Wild Rose Co-op. He has started an online application with Nutrien, gives us username and password to finish.

January 30 – Article published on Town website about the jump harness installation calling it “a team effort and an enhancement to their facility” and the Town then advertises that the harness is available to rent. At this point in time it’s all still great, we have our harness, we are working with Don filling out applications. Then over the course of the next few days, things start to unravel - people start to question why we had to raise ALL of the funds - it’s a structural change, it’s a permanent fixture, the town promised, the club can’t own the beams, and we are hesitant to donate.

On February 6, I reached out to Mayor Ritchie/CAO Don McLeod expressing my concerns regarding what if we can’t get grants/donations because it’s not something we can “own” as a club, and there is no way we can afford the whole cost.

At that time I am told of the motion made in December, I look it up on the website, okay it’s not so bad, Don said Beaver County is good for $5,000. I call the county to confirm the motion the town made in December – Beaver County informs me that we would have to fill out the grant application and we would receive anywhere from $0 to maximum of $2,500. There was

no prior arrangement for $5,000 from the County and $5,000 from the Town of Viking like we were led to believe.

After speaking with them my heart sank. I have never felt so betrayed and hurt by so many people all at one time. The town council and the town staff knew and not one person could let us know in the time frame from December 12 to February 6 any money from the town would be dependent on matching the funds we were able to receive from Beaver County, which we now know could be $0 to $2,500.

Knowing all of this, the Town still proceeded to carry through with the beam installation. This is a huge concern for us as each year we are already fundraising to pay for the ice rental at the Viking Carena of approximately $20,000 per year.

Without the support of $5,000 from Beaver County (with the town matching for a total of $10,000) we had concerns that needed to be addressed and we decided it was time to come to council. I asked the contractor to send me a copy of the estimate that was submitted to the town. The estimate did not provide a breakdown of labour and materials, just a total of $23,500! Raising an additional $23,500 over and above the $4,608.45 for the jump harness (we have already paid for) and the $800 for the engineered drawing that we agreed to pay is a huge undertaking for any small nonprofit organization.

We originally wanted to come to council to discuss: 1) Why were we not informed of the change of motion on December 12, 2019?

2) Will the Town be willing to help us if adequate funding cannot be raised?

3) An agreement for the use of jump harness to outside user groups and annual maintenance.

But now in light of recent conversations including an email from Mayor Ritchie where he says, “I would hope that it does not become a heated discussion at the meeting, and if for some

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reason it does, it will have to be shut down.”

Is this common in all communication when someone wants to come to Council or does it mean we have something to be heated about?

Wouldn’t you be upset and hurt if you found out the Town that is supposed to be supporting you and helping you has withheld information and misled you? Even though we are upset and hurt by the turn of events this does not mean we cannot be reasonable.

Once the motion was made in December why were we not given the opportunity to discuss the cost of the beams/installation and decide if we wanted to put the project on hold until the funds could be raised?

Why didn’t the Town approach us prior to making the motion in December and ask if we could apply for grants to cover the entire cost?

Why could the Town not notify the Viking Skating Club when the installation was scheduled to go ahead?

All these whys make me wonder what was the rush to get the jump harness installed, and why was the Viking Skating Club purposely left out of all the decisions regarding something (right down to the paint colour) we are now expected to pay for?

How, as a non profit, are we to raise $23,500 (this is an estimate – have not seen the invoice) over and above the $20,000-plus we already raised to cover our ice fees each year?

At this time we would ask council to stand by their original agreement from July 2019 and cover cost of materials.

Thank you for taking the time to hear our side. As we leave you to discuss, it is my hope that an agreement can be made prior to when we attend the Beaver County Council meeting in March.

Any future correspondence can be sent via email to vikings8club@gmail.com.

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Word on the Street: electrical cable theft in Kinsella area On February 24, police received a report of a theft of electrical cable that had occurred a few weeks prior from a gravel pit in the Kinsella area. Police have no suspects at this time.

Later that morning, police received information that 34-year-old Jammi-Lynn Pierce of Vermilion failed to attend Vegreville Provincial Court in regards to charges stemming out of Viking. A warrant was issued for her arrest and an additional charge for failing to attend court has been laid.

That evening, police received a complaint of an abandoned vehicle parked in an approach along Highway 26 southwest of Viking. Police attended and made contact with the registered owner who advised the vehicle had broken down and arrangements had been made to have the vehicle removed. The complainant was updated.

On February 25, police received a call from EMS advising they were en route to the Viking Health Centre with an elderly male who had been found on the side of the

road east of Viking.

Police attended the hospital and learned the male was from Two Hills and had been reported missing by his family a day earlier. Investigation revealed the male had been on his way home from Wainwright when he got his vehicle stuck in a field and left on foot. He was unsure of the exact location where he left his vehicle. Police from both Viking and Wainwright Detachments made extensive patrols of the area but were unable to locate the missing vehicle. Two days later, a local farmer called Wainwright RCMP to advise he had seen the missing truck in a field. Police attended and located the truck and updated the family.

That afternoon, police received a report of a single vehicle collision involving a semi tractor unit that occurred east of Viking on Highway 14. The driver of the semi advised he swerved to miss a deer; however, the tire tracks on scene did not support this scenario. The driver was issued a violation ticket for Section 131(1)(d) under the Traffic Safety Act. On February 27, police received a report

of a theft of a catalytic converter from a vehicle in Viking. The complainant was unsure when the theft would have occurred as he had not used the vehicle in several months. Police have no suspects at this time.

That afternoon, a citizen attended the detachment to report she had noticed her neighbour’s door was wide open but he was not around. Police attended and cleared the residence and it did not appear as is anyone had entered the premises. Police spoke with the homeowner and he later confirmed that no break and enter had occurred.

During the early morning hours on February 28, police received a complaint of a stunting vehicle just east of Viking. Police made a patrol and located the vehicle in question and initiated a traffic stop. Police were unable to establish evidence for a charge of stunting; however, the driver was issued a violation ticket for failing to have enough seat belts in his vehicle to accommodate his pas-

sengers.

Later that morning, police received a complaint of a break and enter in progress at a rural residence west of Bruce. See related news article for details.

On February 29, CN Police called to report a semi unit was stopped on the train track on Secondary 870 and caused a train to go into an emergency stop. Member spoke with the driver of the semi who advised he had been advised not to proceed down Secondary 870 due to poor highway conditions and was attempting to back his truck up when the incident occurred. He advised he pulled forward once he noticed the crossing lights come on. CN Police were updated.

On March 1, police received two complaints of a suspicious vehicle driving slowly around Viking. A patrol was made and the vehicle in question was located and stopped.

The driver advised he was looking for his dog that had been missing since morning. The complainants were updated.

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Two candidates for Irma by-election

Irma News

IRMA NEWS

By Marjorie Lawson

Ruth and Al Jamison travelled to Coquitlam recently with sister Kim Rosen and husband Jeff to visit Ruth and Kim’s mom, Norma Campbell.

Mom Campbell had recently broken her hip and was delighted to have her family there.

Lyle and Deb

Oracheski are enjoying a few days in Hawaii.

Saturday afternoon brought a storm to the area resulting in treacherous driving conditions.

The Irma Library will host its annual Open House on Monday, March 16, from 6 to 8 p.m. Come out and enjoy our wonderful facility and meet our new librarian, Krista Gulbraa.

Snacks and door prizes are available, too.

The playoff series between Irma Aces and Hughenden is currently tied at one game each. Play resumes on the weekend.

Ten members of the Irma 4-H beef or bak-

Patricia Harcourt

ing clubs travelled to Edgerton on Sunday to participate in the district competition.

Although no one will move on to the regional level, the members did a good job and are learning a valuable skill.

The Irma Figure Skating Club will host "Star Skate Showcase" on March 15 at 2:30 p.m. at the arena.

On Sunday, March 15, the Irma United Church will have their regular service at 11 a.m. followed by lunch. Then at 1:30 p.m. the Frissell Gospel Band will perform. Everyone is welcome.

Editor

The Village of Irma will hold another byelection after receiving nominations from two residents to fill a vacant village council seat.

Nomination Day was held on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

"No one withdrew their nomination, so we will be having a byelection on April 7.

There are two candidates – Robert Parkins and Jim Schubada," stated the village's CAO and returning officer Lisa Brown.

Irma just held a byelection at the end of January to replace for-

mer mayor Vance Fuder, who resigned on Nov. 14.

This upcoming byelection in April replaces the next mayor, Dennis Fuder, who also resigned his position.

Currently Joan Green is mayor with Doug Coubrough now deputy mayor.

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Beaver District 4-H communications event held in Bruce Zane Gunderson and Kate Albrecht Club ReportersÂ

The Beaver District 4H Communications event was held at the Bruce Community Centre on March 1.

Members who qualified through competing in the communication event at club level in the communities of Viking, Holden, and Tofield par-

ticipated. It was a great day with many interesting topics presented. The judges and chairpersons volunteered their time and helped the day run smoothly and are greatly appreciated.

The Holden 4-H clubs hosted the event this year.

The meal served at the completion of the speeches and presentations was fantastic. One

of the judges stated that if we promise to feed him again like that next year, he will be glad to judge again!

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Quilty, Tofield Horse Club; 2nd: George MacKenzie, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club; Intermediate - 1st: Quinten Albrecht; 2nd: Kate Albrecht, both of the Holden 4-H Beef Club Senior - 1st: Kassidy Cameron, Tofield 4-H Beef Club; 2nd: Katie Hrabec, Holden 4-H Beef

Club.

Presentations Junior - 1st: Logan Brooke, Viking 4-H Beef Club; 2nd: Aiden Kittle, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club; Intermediate - 1st: Nolan and Cameron Dixon, Beaver County 4H Multi Club; 2nd: Cameron Schmaus, Beaver County 4-H

Multi Club; Senior - 1st: Maddie Ruzicka, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club; 2nd: Austin Bonham, Beaver County 4-H Multi Club.

We acknowledge AltaLink for sponsoring 4-H communications, and the Bruce Stampede Association, who donated the use of their facility.

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Viking Ice Carnival Back to the ‘80s a blast from the past

PATRICIA HARCOURT PHOTOS

Everyone enjoyed a flashback to a fun and colourful era at this year's ice carnival.

It was "Back to the ‘80s" for the Viking Skating Club, who Saturday afternoon entertained the crowd with songs from the era and lots of costumery that included big hairdos and flouncy clothing and skirting to remind everyone how it used to be when artists like Cindy Lauper, Michael Jackson, The Bangles and Kiss ruled the airwaves. The event was held Saturday afternoon at the Viking Carena Complex.

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Building bumblebee houses to foster rural sustainability Patricia Harcourt A rural sustainability group hosted a bumble bee house building workshop that is part of a movement to help the bee population and its work of pollination so vital to the planet.

About 30 people attended the workshop at the Golden Valley Lutheran Church in Viking last Saturday, which was sponsored by the Rural Outreach and Agricultural Renaissance Society, or ROARS. "ROARS promotes a holistic approach to community development and agriculture," explained member Vern Hafso. "We do that through education, have a section of books in the library, and put on events."

In the past, the group has attempted to "re-learn community" through, for example, the hosting of 'eco-ag' summits in conjunction with Augustana College in Camrose. ROARS has also hosted food fairs where the nutritional value of foods were tested.

"This is just another workshop to teach people about the environment and the role of pollinators," he said, and learning to do things in a way that "keeps things in a natural balance."

At the bee house building workshop, 21 of the houses were constructed under the watchful eye of Rebekkah Adams. Adams is part of AWES, the Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society in Edmonton.

She spoke on the lives and needs of bumblebees and other pollinators and the how building a bumblebee house can support native bumblebee populations.

"The habitat for bees is getting less and less," said Hafso. "The houses give (queen bees) a place to have their nests, to lay eggs, and hatch new bees. They are not honey bees, they are bumblebees, and are an important part of the pollination system."

But bumblebees in rural areas are facing habitat problems not found in the urban environment.

A 2018 study (at rspb.royalsocietypublishing.org) found that there were lower bumblebee colony reproduction in agricultural areas compared to urban environments.

"Here we show that urban land use is linked to long term colony reproductive output in a key pollinator," stated

the study, which placed wild bumblebees in different locations ranging from inner city urban to rural farmland and monitored the production of offspring in the entire colony cycle."

The study's conclusion was that reproductive success was better in urbanized areas, "supporting the theory that urban areas provide a refuge for pollinator populations in an otherwise barren agricultural landscape." (Ash E. Samuelson, Richard J. Gill, Mark J.F. Brown and Ellouise Leadbeater, School of Biological Sciences, Royal Holloway University of London, Egham, U.K.) Each spring in Alberta, millions of queen bumblebees wake up from hibernation and start looking for a place to lay eggs at a nesting site.

They will look for piles or rock or deadfall to nest, in the hollows of trees, thick bunches of grass, or abandoned rodent burrows. But such natural sites are diminishing over time.

To compensate, the bumblebee houses are exactly what is required for their needs, which is a home that is dry and protected from the elements. The houses must also be near good sources of food.

Those making the houses had to bring their own drill and screwdriver to the workshop. The tiny houses should be installed in early spring, usually April right after snowmelt but before leaves appear and early flowering species (such as willow) begin blooming.

The installation should be done near plentiful sources of food for the queens. That includes pollen and nectar from diverse flowering trees, shrubs and forms. To be avoided are sites near anthills or places where the houses could be sprayed with pesticides or vandalized.

Apparently, certain species of bumblebees prefer to nest above ground in places like the hollows of trees. Other species prefer below ground in rodent burrows or under piles of brush, and are more common in open areas like pasture or cropland.

Below ground nests need to have a six inch piece of plastic pipe inserted into the entrance hole, and placed into the side of a well drained slope so rainwater doesn't intrude.

Above ground, the bumblebee houses can be strapped to a thick tree or

MICHAEL OMMEN PHOTO

post using plastic or metal strapping, or simply set on the ground. The north side of trees or posts is considered the best so the house doesn't get direct exposure to sunlight.

Once installed, the wait begins to see if a queen bee will inhabit the house.

Only one in four bumblebee houses are colonized even with ample food sources nearby. So it's a good idea to build several houses and see which one is chosen.

Cotton is placed inside the house, and a queen bee will crawl in and fluff it up in preparation for creating wax cells. She will then lay her eggs and provide the eggs with nectar and pollen.

The eggs will hatch into "worker daughters" that will help provide food and guard the nest. The colony can then expand to between 50 and 400 bees depending on the species and habitat quality.

In mid-summer, the queen lays eggs that hatch into males and new queens.

They both fly away to mate with other bees from different nests. The nest will eventually be abandoned by midOctober and all the bees will die off except the newly mated queens. These queens are the next generation to hibernate over winter in leaf litter or in the soil and begin the cycle again the following spring.

Hafso says that in the spring, the bees need the species of flowers that bloom early so they can get nourishment and go on to find their habitat, lay their eggs, and thrive in a new colony. At his own rural location north-

east of Viking, the flowers include things like clover, alfalfa, and the popular flowering plum trees.

"The plum trees are full of bees in the spring," he said.

Hafso also extolled the virtues of the lowly dandelion, considered a weed by many, but a great source of nectar for bees. "The dandelion is completely usable as a very health food source," he said.

2 - Beaver County Chronicle, March 4, 2020

Ag Safety Week runs March 15-21 This March, the Canadian Agricultural Safety Association (CASA) is encouraging all Canadians to celebrate "Safe and Strong Farms."

Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) is an annual public campaign focusing on the importance of safe agriculture. "Safe and Strong Farms: Grow an AgSafe Canada," is the second year of a three-year campaign celebrating farm safety across Canada. The aim of the campaign is to empower farmers, farm families, and farming communities to build (2019), grow (2020), and lead (2021) the agricultural industry in safety and sustainability.

In 2020 organizers are focusing on supporting farmers, farm families, and farming communities through resources, safety advice articles, an AgSafe Ribbon campaign, and more. “We recognize that this past year was a difficult one for many farmers,� says Marcel Hacault, CASA’s Executive Director. “That’s why we’ve focused resources on supporting wellness, resilience and safety on the farm.�

CASW 2020 also marks the fourth year of the AgSafe Ribbon campaign.

The AgSafe Ribbon campaign celebrates Safe and Strong Farms and raises awareness about the importance of farm safety.

Farm Credit Canada is the presenting sponsor of CASW and longtime supporter of other farm safety programs, including the

Back to Ag Program that supports the cost of adaptive technology for farmers that have experienced a traumatic injury. “At FCC, we understand that people are the most precious asset in any operation and promoting safety to prevent accidents is the best investment we can make in supporting farm operators and their families,� said Sophie Perreault, executive vice-president and chief operating officer at FCC. “We also know that accidents happen, so the Back to Ag Program is another way FCC can help injured farmers fulfill their dreams and return to the important work they’re doing as soon as possible.�

For more details on Canadian Agricultural Safety Week visit www.agsafetyweek.ca.

Canadian Agricultural Safety Week takes place every year during the third week of March. For more information about CASW, media kits or resources, please visit agsafetyweek.ca.

Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW) is an annual campaign held the third week of March of each year. In 2020, "Safe and Strong Farms: Grow an AgSafe Canada", takes place March 15 to 21. CASW is presented by Farm Credit Canada.

For more information visit agsafetyweek.ca. In 2020, CASW sponsors include long-time corporate sponsor Farm Credit Canada, as well as CN.

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Holden 4-H holds successful pancake supper

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The Holden 4-H Beef Club members held their Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper at the Holden Community Hall on February 25. The members and their parents

prepared pancakes, sausages, eggs, and fruit for the community.

The community supported our club extremely well.

Lucy Upham won the 50/50 and kindly donated her winnings back to the club. Lucy is a previous member of the

Holden 4-H Beef Club.

In addition to the wonderful attendance, the club is grateful to the many sponsors that helped make the event so successful, including Crop Management Network - Holden, P&H Grain - Viking, Tofield Packers, Holden and

Notice of Adjourned Public Hearing NOTICE OF ADJOURNED PUBLIC HEARING March 20, 2020, 10:30 a.m.

Beaver County Service Centre in Ryley Beaver County is considering the following Road Closure: Plan 146 E.T in NW 30-48-14-W4 (0.808 ac) In the Hamlet of Bruce

A Public Hearing is being held at 10:30 am on Friday, March 20, 2020, at the Beaver County Service Centre to hear objections or comments regarding this road closure.

Written submissions may be provided to Beaver County Council during the public hearing.

The information you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Bob Beck, Chief Administrative Officer Beaver County Box 140 Ryley, AB T0B 4A0 For questions, please contact the County Development Officer Kim Vana, at kvana@beaver.ab.ca

Bruce Fire Departments, Alcatraz Eggs, and Food With Flair-Viking.

All helped to purchase and provide the groceries.

We are also grateful to all who attended and everyone who made donations. Our community is amazing.

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Community Events Meet with the RCMP Monday March 9th 7pm Holden Seniors Centre 4914 50St, Holden Come meet with the local members of the Tofield RCMP detachment, & Beaverhill Rural Crime Watch.

Demo on trace pens & question & answer period.

Farm Succession Planning Service provided by Turning Point Law Wills, Estates, Trusts, Professional Responsibility Saturday, March 14th Beaver County Service Centre (5120 50St, Ryley AB) 10am -12pm $15/person Registration & payment deadline March 6, 12pm (cash or cheque only) Call CALP @ (780)663-3730 email: calp@beaver.ab.ca

The Paragon Theatre Presents Saturday, March 14th Playing with Fire 3pm Stuber 7pm Admission: $7, $3u12 Tofield and area Health Services Foundation First Annual Community Helping Hearts Dinner Guests of Honor Lionel and Susie Williams Saturday, March 21st Ryley Community Centre Advance Tickets available Beaverhill Rural Crime Watch AGM Monday, March 23rd 7pm Ryley Legion Hall 5121 50St, Ryley Both Viking & Tofield RCMP Detachments presenting

4 - Beaver County Chronicle, March 4, 2020

Beaver County Service Centre 5120 - 50 Street Box 140 Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone: (780) 663-3730 Fax: (780) 663-3602 Toll Free: 1-866-663-1333 www.beaver.ab.ca Email: administration@beaver.ab.ca

Notice of Public Hearing

Online Reservation System

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Campground Online Reservation System

ADOPTION OF THE BEAVER COUNTY AND STRATHCONA COUNTY INTERMUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Beaver County is moving to an online reservation system beginning Monday, March 2nd, 2020, through Camp Reservations Canada, for both Black Nugget Lake Park and Camp Lake Park Campgrounds.

BEAVER COUNTY BYLAW 20 -1080 Beaver County and Strathcona County wish to adopt an Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) to address future land use, transportation and infrastructure, environment, economic and social development, and responsible intermunicipal coordination. This collaboration will ensure that land use decisions within the IDP area are thoughtfully considered and that potential land use conflicts are minimized, through the work of communication and coordination between the Counties. The draft IDP has been developed using the existing policy areas of both municipalities’ Municipal Development Plans (MDPs), and as a result the proposed IDP will not affect existing land use zoning.

You must have an email address and a credit card in order to make an online reservation.

To book online go to www.campreservations.ca.

You will still be able to make reservations by telephone or in person beginning Friday, May 1st for the 2020 camping season.

You must have an email address and a credit card.

Black Nugget Lake Park - (78o) 663-2421 Camp Lake Park - (780) 336-3414 Camp Lake Park closes Tuesday, September 15th, 2020.

Black Nugget Lake Park closes Monday, October 12th, 2020.

Request for Proposal 2020 Contracted Landflood Control Services Beaver County is now accepting proposals for Contracted Landflood Control Services to fulfill a commitment required to address current beaver removal and Landflood control needs on municipal lands and public infrastructure within the County for the 2020 season.

Proposals clearly marked “To Provide Landflood Control Services for the 2020 Season” shall be forwarded to: Aimee Boese, Agricultural Fieldman Beaver County Box 140, Ryley, AB T0B 4A0 (780) 663-3730 aboese@beaver.ab.ca Before 12:00:00 P.M. on Friday the 6th day of March 2020.

Proposal Packages are available on request at the Beaver County Service Centre OR on the Beaver County website at https://www.beaver.ab.ca/residents/proposals-quotes

A Public Hearing has been scheduled by Beaver County for Council to consider arguments for and against the proposed bylaw to adopt the new IDP. The public hearing will be held on Friday, March 20, 2020, at 11:00 am, at the Beaver County Service Centre in Ryley. You are invited to attend the public hearing to express your views.

A copy of the proposed bylaw and IDP are available at the Beaver County Service Centre in Ryley during regular business hours or on-line at www.beaver.ab.ca.

Written submissions may be provided to Beaver County Council during the public hearing. Alternatively, written comments may also be submitted prior to the public hearing to Kim Vana, Development Officer, at the Beaver County Service Centre or by e-mail on or before 4:30 pm, March 13, 2020.

If you submit comments regarding the bylaw in writing, the information you provide may be made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Bob Beck, Chief Administrative Officer Beaver County Box 140, Ryley, AB T0B 4A0 For questions, please contact the County Development Officer Kim Vana, at kvana@beaver.ab.ca .

Beaver County Land Leases Beaver County is considering the lease of the following parcels of land: 1. Plan 762 0125; Block 1; Lot R5 in NE 26-50-20-W4 (28.34 ac).

2. Plan 752 0263, Lot R3 in SE 31-51-19-W4 (13.08 ac) 3. Plan 1670 TR, Lot R1 in SE 16-50-20-W4 (13.35 ac).

4. Plan 762 1641, Block 1, Lot R1 in SE 9-50-20-W4 (15.37 ac) 5. Plan 062 2660, Block 2, Lot 6 in NE 35-47-13-W4 (32 ac) 6. East Half of NE 10-46-11-W4 (101.40 ac) More information regarding these properties can be found on the County’s website at www.beaver.ab.ca.

A bid form is available at the Beaver County Service Centre, 5120 – 50 Street, Ryley, or on the County’s website at www.beaver.ab.ca.

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The family of Graham Wilkie would like to thank everyone for their love and support as we grieve the loss of our son, father, brother, and friend.

Thank you to the staff at the Calgary Foothills Hospital for their care for Graham in the final days of his life. We give thanks to the Viking Funeral Home, especially RoseMae Kjelland, for her professionalism and guidance during our planning and preparation for the Celebration of Life.

Thanks to Pastor Alvin for his visits, reading the eulogy, and performing the service.

Thanks to George Lidget from ATCO for his kind words and tribute to Graham and all the members of the ATCO family for attending the service.

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OBITUARIES Helen Elizabeth Nearing Helen Elizabeth Nearing of Viking, Alberta, passed away Tuesday, February 25, 2020 at the age of 78 years at Viking, Alberta.

She is survived by Son, Clint Nearing; Daughters: Sara (Rick)

Ploc, Nancy (Allan) Anderson. Grandkids: Tricia, Taylor, Rhett, and Julie. Sister Emily Lefsrud.

Brothers: Mike Fornal, Frank (Debbie) Fornal, Joe Fornal, Eddy (Annemarie) Fornal, sister-in-law Connie

Fornal, brother-in-law Bob (Peggy) Nearing, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Helen was predeceased by her husband Archie, parents John and Mary Fornal, sister Anne Sager, brothers Stanley Fornal,

Ormand (Ormie) Ivan Thengs Ormand (Ormie) Ivan Thengs of Viking, Alberta, passed away at Viking, Alberta at the age of 87 years.

A Funeral Service was held on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at the

Golden Valley Lutheran Church, Viking, Alberta with Pastor Alvin Sorenson officiating.

Interment was at the Golden Valley Lutheran Cemetery.

Donations in memo-

Louis Fornal, Teddy Fornal. Parents-in-law Bud and Agnes Nearing. Brothers-inlaw Joe Sager, Joe Lefsrud, Edgar Nearing. Sisters-inlaw Rose Fornal, Flo Fornal. Niece Joanne Sager.

In keeping with Helens wishes there will be no service. A

ry of Ormie may be made to the Golden Valley Lutheran Church.

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private family inurnment will be held at a later date.

Donations in memory of Helen may be made to the Lornedale Cemetery, Viking, Alberta.

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100 Years Ago March 1920 Grand Ball The St. Patrick's Society will hold their annual ball on March 17 in the

50 Years Ago March 1970

Mcleod's hall, and are engaging the best music obtainable for the occasion.

The St.Patrick's Ball has ever been recognized as one of the most outstanding social events of the year and this years will be no exception.

Employment Opportunity Are you a Housekeeping looking to make a difference in a Residential Care Site?

We are looking for a Housekeeping for Vegreville located Century Park Long-Term Residential Care site who will be responsible for the room cleaning services.

What your typical day will look like: • Provides housekeeping services in the resident care rooms and common areas in accordance with the established work routines.

• Completes terminal cleans of resident’s rooms.

• Ensures residents are provided with a secure living environment.

• Patrols the building and investigates building access violations in in accor dance with established schedules and work routines.

• Supports the facility Safety Program and monitors safety in the living and working environment, responds to and reports hazards, near misses, incidents, accidents and unsafe or faulty equipment.

• Follows Health authority laundry guidelines.

• Demonstrates knowledge and application of elder and staff safety.

• All safety rules and safe work procedures are adhered to at all times.

• Reports all hazards, incidents, near misses and workplace injuries to the manager immediately and in writing.

• Does not participate in unsafe situations (horseplay) and corrects any unsafe conditions if able.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What we need from you: • Successful completion of secondary school or equivalent.

• Legally allowed to work in Canada.

• Building Service Worker Certificate, Institutional Aide Certificate and/or Basic Food Safe Certificate.

• Institutional cleaning experience.

• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

• Effective interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.

• Ability to organize work and work under strict time constraints.

What we will provide to you: • Competitive salary • Above average vacation entitlement • Opportunities for advancement and education funding • A great supportive team Apply to: centurypark@provita.ca

Employment Opportunity Are you a Cook looking to make a difference in a Residential Care Site?

We are looking for a Cook for Vegreville loctaed Century Park Long-Term Residential Care site who will be responsible for the food preparing services.

What your typical day will look like: • Prepare meals for residents and special events, and ensure dietary needs and standard dietary care are met • Prep work for the next day, and receive supplies as needed • The Cook must comply with all food preparation standards and health and safety requirements • Operate and clean food production equipment • Perform other related duties as assigned What we need from you: • Completion of recognized cooking program • Food Safe Level 1 Certification (Level 2 preferred) • Must have a working knowledge of HACCP • Must have current certification in WHMIS • Experience in Long-Term Care Facility and/or high volume food preparation • Experience in Health Care or Hospitality industry is required • Must be able to communicate in the English language • Able to follow both written and verbal instructions What we will provide to you: • Competitive salary • Above average vacation entitlement • Opportunities for advancement and education funding • A great supportive team Apply to: centurypark@provita.ca

Employment Opportunity Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse looking to make a difference in a Residential Care Site?

We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse for Vegreville located Century Park Long-Term Residential Care Site who will be responsible for the nursing services.

What your typical day will look like: Under the guidance of the DOC or Direct Nursing Supervisor and in accordance with the established policies and procedures, administers prescribed medications and treatments Assesses and monitors resident’s actual and potential strengths and limitations Contributes to the development and modification of the individualized plan of care Observes, monitors, documents and updates information about resident’s physical and psychological condition, care, and nursing procedures Performing other related duties as assigned What we need from you:

Current registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing with BCCNP Maintains CPR (Level A) Maintains Practicing Full Scope Licensure with the College of Licensed Practical Nurses (CLPN). MDS education. (Gold Care or Point Click Care) Basic computer literacy with word processing, email applications, spread sheets, and/or database programs and excellent knowledge where applicable of Gold Care and/or Point Click Care, EMAR and MDS.

What we will provide you: Competitive salary Above average vacation entitlement Opportunities for advancement and education funding A great supportive team Apply to: centurypark@provita.ca

Employment Opportunity Are you a Health Care Aide looking to make a difference in a Residential Care Site?

We are looking for a Health Care Aide for Vegreville located Century Park Long-Term Residential Care Site, who will be responsible for the care services.

What your typical day will look like: Work with residents/patient’s during regular day to day activities Personal care, nutrition, social and recreational activities Documents residents/patient’s changes in functional and cognitive behavior Lifts, transfers, porters and ambulates residents/patients using the proper equipment/technique as identified in the resident’s care plan and the policies and procedures Performs and records routine nursing procedures Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents/patients Performs other related duties as assigned What we need from you: Strong communications skills in English Legally allowed to work in Canada Ability to pass a Ministry of Justice Criminal Record Check for working with vulnerable adults One year experience (preferred) Education Grade 12 Education Graduate with Health Care Aide/Nursing program including Dementia Care Program Certificates Registered and in good standing with Care Aide Registry Food Safe Level 1 Certificate First Aid and CPR “A” Certification

What we will provide you: Competitive salary Above average vacation entitlement Opportunities for advancement and education funding A great supportive team Apply at: centurypark@provita.ca

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Minor Hockey Report: Suchy stops 30 for the win Kerry Anderson These are some of the results from the Northern Alberta Interlock Minor Hockey League games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring is taken from the website, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries.)

Irma Female Midget Aces downed Lakeland 4-1 on Sunday at Bonnyville.

Jessica Hay got a hat

trick (3g 1a), with Emily Tanton (1g 2a) and Shelby Tanton (1a) also getting on the scoreboard. Mariyah Albers made 27 saves to secure the win.

Game two is scheduled to be played on Tuesday at the Carena in Viking.

Viking Tier 4 Atoms won a 3-2 playoff game at Redwater on Feb. 25. Viking fought back from a 2-1 second period deficit for the win.

Sterling Cumming scored

Books What’s new at the library this week!

The World That We Knew Alice Hoffman In Berlin in 1941 during humanity’s darkest hour, three unforgettable young women must act with courage and love to survive. Hanni Kohn knows she must send her twelve-yearold daughter away to save her from the Nazi regime. She finds her way to a renowned rabbi, but it's his daughter, Ettie, who offers hope of salvation when she creates a mystical Jewish creature, a rare and unusual golem,

twice, and Ben Fleming added the other.

Alexander Morken got an assist.

Reece Suchy stopped 30 shots for the win.

On Saturday at Holden Complex, Viking won an 8-5 contest.

The game was tied 33 midway until Viking took control. Ben Fleming (2g 3a) had a 5-goal game, and Wyatt Olson (3g 1a) scored a hat trick.

Other scorers were; Sterling Cumming (2g

who is sworn to protect Lea. Once Ava is brought to life, she and Lea and Ettie become eternally entwined, their paths fated to cross, their fortunes linked.

Highway of Tears Jessica McDiarmid For decades, women and girls - overwhelmingly from Indigenous backgrounds - have gone missing or been found murdered along an isolated stretch of highway in northwestern B.C. The highway is called the Highway of Tears by locals. Journalist Jessica McDiarmid offers an intimate, firsthand look at the communities along Highway 16 and the families of the victims, as well as examine the historically fraught social and cultural tensions between settlers and Indigenous peoples that underlie life in the region.

1a), Alexander Morken (1g 2a), Alex Klein (2a), Alex Arndt (2a), Blueberry Borromeo (1a), and Tate Crawford (1a).

Reece Suchy got the win between the pipes. Viking travels to Jasper for a Saturday playoff game.

Viking Tier 5

Peewees lost an 8-5 game at New Sarepta on Saturday.

Viking had the lead four different times before NS took control of the game in the third period and added four unanswered goals. Scoring for Viking were; Xavier Arndt (2g 1a),

Yohan Borromeo (1g 1a), Ethan Girczyc (1g), and Cheyenne Suchy (1g).

On Sunday, Viking lost a 4-2 game at the Carena.

Wiley Cumming scored both goals. Assists went to; Hunter Morken (2a), Xavier Arndt and Creed Middleton.

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Viking gymnast places at first Xcel Silver meet

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Lacey Loades with the Viking Gymnastics Club, traveled with her training partners from Wainwright to Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, to participate in her first Xcel Silver meet. She did great placing 5th on Vault and Floor and placing 7th All-Around. Lacey did a great job representing Viking. She is going to continue training in Wainwright with her friends and coaches from Viking to participate in one more competition in April.

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