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LEST WE FORGET

Wednesday, November 6, 2019 Vol. 42, No. 45

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RCMP Regimental Ball draws a crowd in Viking

The splendid sound of pipe music rang through the hall as the RCMP Pipe and Drum Band performed for those attending the Regimental Ball in Viking Saturday. Above: they pose with MLA Jackie Lovely.

Patricia Harcourt Editor

Officials and residents from all over Beaver County came together to honour the RCMP and Victim Services at a celebration in Viking last Saturday. RCMP members, both past and present from Viking and Tofield detachments, turned out in resplendent red serge uniforms along with coordinators and volunteers from Beaver County Victim Services. The evening began with RCMP members piped into the Viking Community Hall by the stirring sounds of the RCMP Pipe and Drum Band. The RCMP lined the front of the hall in front of the stage, and opening remarks were made by Master of Ceremonies Cpl. Brad Mouland, Viking detachment commander.

The dinner of grilled chicken and roast beef was prepared and served by Farm House Catering after Veronica Hafso gave, "The Blessing." Cst. Chris Purvis performed the "Toast to the Queen," and Cst. Ryan Hart gave the "Toast to the Force." The "Reply to the Toast to the Force" was conveyed by Inspector Jeremie Landry. A program ensued in which the "Fallen Comrade Table" was introduced by Cpl. Mouland and Cst. Cory Tourand, and special introductions were made for attending dignitaries. Everyone enjoyed the silent auction items and had fun at a live auction that was also held after the meal. Everyone was then able to kick up their heels at a dance with the band Slow Walkin' Walter performing to round out the night's festivities.


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