Remembering the Brave
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
People showcased respect and honour for the veterans and families who made the ultimate sacrifice at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 Remembrance Day Ceremony at Vegreville Social Centre on November 11.
The service was lovely and profound. President of RCL No. 39, Terry Kuzyk, emceed,
welcomed everyone, and said that this year, as he prepared for the activities surrounding this day, he was struck by a renewed sense of interest in what this time of year means.
Kuzyk went on to say he spoke to his Comrades at the Legion Branch, and from the communication with the local schools, he could feel a genuine desire to make sure that we all made this a special time to learn about Remembering - CONTINUED ON PAGE 14
Crest memoriam. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
WHAT’S INSIDE
Royal Purple Celebrates 75 Years of Valuable Service
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
A full hall of attendees was a testimony to the members’ dedication to the betterment of the community at the 75th Anniversary Celebration of Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge No. 125 at Vegreville Elks Hall on November 8.
President Mary Karbashewski emceed and exclaimed, What a milestone!
“Today is a day to reflect on the past years, to remember how it all started, how it has all grown, and all the changes that it has made.”
Karbashewski introduced their members at the head table: Meylan Andreas, Marion Baxandall, Rose Hook, Janet Kobylnyk, Emily Kuly, Marion Lemiski, Clara Nawrot, Shirley Rattray, Nora Paquette, and herself, Mary Karbashewski.
Next was the Draping of the Charter, which is a tribute to all deceased Chartered members and Members at Large.
purple and white; the drill work, rules, and regulations were all so impressive.
Becoming a member had balloting on prospective members by going through an Investigating Committee to decide if the person should be accepted as a member and filling out an application form. At that time, there would be a ball selection decision vote made by members by using white/black balls. If there were three black balls, the applicant was rejected of being a member.
Passwords were required, saluting to the Honoured Royal Lady requesting to leave the room or meeting, no crossing legs, gum chewing, and being very attentive in the meeting.”
They went on to state that the first year was a learning process, and the ladies did not undertake any projects of their own, but did participate in all the activities of the Brother Elks.
Purple along with our national charity. Our new name, Canadian Royal Purple Society, came into effect on October 29, 2014, with a new charter. We have changed our name, but not our devotion and commitment to our Lodge. At present, we have 13 Royal Purple members at our Lodge.
For all the ladies who came together from the beginning and kept up the progress of this Vegreville Lodge to become as successful as we are today, for 75 years of dedication and hard work, and for the many lovely memories of sisterhood and accomplishments to our community, we thank you all. This is well done, our faithful servants!”
Shirley Rattary, Marion Lemiski, and Nora Paquette read the history: Thirtyone ladies gathered at the Elk’s Hall to form an auxiliary to the B.P.O. Elks and become charter members of the Royal Purple Lodge on May 17, 1950.
Provincial Deputy Supreme Royal Lady, Phoebe McCullough, and 20 members of the Edmonton Lodge initiated and installed Vegreville Officers.
Out of town guests were welcomed by Annie Porayko, and speakers included C.W. Brinton, President of Alberta Elk’s Association and Exalted Ruler, Wallace Wade of Vegreville Elk’s Lodge.
“How elegant was the dress attire of
Some of the first undertakings of the ladies were card parties and teas, for which Elizabeth Moore and Bessie Tunis would offer their homes. Sometime in the 1950s, the Elks added a small kitchen to their hall, and the catering began. Finances realized from the catering were donated to the ‘Save the Children Fun’ and any community project that happened to be underway at the time. Catering was given up when commercial catering began to take over.
The Royal Purple continued to give time and donations to many services throughout the years, which are too numerous to mention.
“Vegreville Royal Purple Lodge lost the original name Order of the Royal
After this, Honourable MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, Vegreville Mayor Tim MacPhee, County of Minburn Councillor Jerri Zieger, and Royal Purple Alberta Director Barb Bambrick shared congratulatory greetings and appreciation for all the years of service this lodge has given.
Next, there were delightful performances by Svitlo Vegreville’s Academy of Ukrainian Dance Association- dancers: Sofiia and Kiril Zelenko, and Oleh Koval under the direction of Larissa Bombak, and polished performances of songs and music by Rachel Unoru and Samantha Rarama under the direction of Debbie Fedoruk.
Rose Hook then cut the cake, with all members beside her.
Janet Kobylnyk led in grace, followed by a delicious lunch prepared by the Royal Purple members.
Royal Purple members from L-R: Shirley Rattray, Clara Nawrot, Marion Baxandall, Nora Paquette, Emily Kuly, Rose Hook, Mary Karbashewski, Marion Lemiski, Janet Kobylnyk, Meylan Andreas. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
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FROM THE PAGES OF THE VEGREVILLE OBSERVER COMPILED BY DAN BEAUDETTE
90 Years Ago – November 13, 1935
Sam Dehid, our local tonsorial artist in Mundare for many years, has opened a shop in the city.
E. A. Cavanaugh and family have moved to Mundare to take up permanent residence here. Mr. Cavanaugh is now a C.N.R. agent, succeeding H. T. Stevenson, who is now of Stettler.
The new Dominion Soils Laboratory at Swift Current, Saskatchewan, is under process of construction. The Laboratory will be the headquarters for investigations in connection with soil drifting, moisture conservation, and all other problems affecting field crop production in the Prairie Provinces.
The executive of the curling club met on Tuesday night to consider ways and means for the season. Applications were received for icemaking and caretaking at the rink and Chas. Hayter was given the contract. Mr. Hayter is now on the job and hopes to have ice within a few days.
A couple of decades or more have passed since winter set in with such severity as it has this November. No records have been broken as yet, for in earlier days the odd winter would commence early in October and last right through until May.
75 Years Ago – November 15, 1950
Foundation Stock of Saunders wheat will be available to growers for the spring of 1951. This will be most welcome news for those who have been watching the development of the variety and are interested in the production of something better than the Certified Seed first distributed.
Alberta farmers made it three out of six at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto this week. The world oat championship went to John Eliuk of Hairy Hill for the second successive year.
Coyotes infesting the New Kiew district, north of Lavoy, will please take note that next Sunday, they will have to be on the alert to avoid disaster from a hunting party that is being organized.
The worst disaster of its kind ever known in Western Canada occurred last Saturday, November 11th, when an explosion of natural gas blew up the Leduc Hotel, killing ten people and injuring some sixteen others.
Experiments in Manitoba are aimed at processing flax shive, a woody waste material, into briquettes for domestic heating.
Oil is found in Canada in Alberta, Saskatchewan, the Northwest Territories, Ontario, and New Brunswick.
The cost of administering Canada’s family allowance payments runs to about $80,000 a week.
50 Years Ago – November 13, 1075
In view of the postal strike which still hasn’t been settled, ratepayers of the County of Minburn are reminded that 1975 taxes are payable at any Treasury Branch in the Province of Alberta. Points affected are Mundare, Mannville, Viking, Vermilion, and Minburn.
Mrs. Ruby Beswick was presented with a lifetime membership in the Legion Auxiliary at a farewell party held in her honor. Mr. and Mrs. Beswick are leaving Vegreville to reside in B.C. Mrs. Beswick was a local auxiliary member for nearly 30 years.
The cash advance program for Alberta cow-calf producers will be extended another year, announced Minister of Agriculture Marvin E. Moore.
The grade two classes from the Queen Elizabeth School visited the Cenotaph, on Friday afternoon and laid a wreath in remembrance of those who gave their lives in the past three wars. The annual visit is part of their Social Studies class. The meaning of the Cenotaph was explained to the children.
The Crestview Manor townhouse complex, situated near the V.C.H.S. may be completed by the end of December. Work is progressing at a good pace on the 18 units. Crestview Manor, when completed, will offer a new style of living for Vegreville.
25 Years Ago – November 14, 2000
VCHS cross-country runners Keith Robert, Braden Ewaschuk, Jill Rozka, and Jeffrey Bienvenue represented their school at County, Zone, and NE Zone competitions.
Ashley Homeniuk and Laurel Wolinski competed in Junior CrossCountry competitions and qualified for Provincials.
Major awards and scholarship winners during the St. Mary’s Award Night included Miranda Sokalski, Denise Daniluk, Kate Wilson, Kate McIver, Michelle Snow, and Joshua Lawrence.
Walter Chernishenko, Exalted Ruler of the Elks Club presented a $500 cheque to St. Joseph’s General Hospital You Light Up My Lifeline project in honor of the hospital’s 90th anniversary and has bought the Elks Club a gold-colored bulb on the tree.
Also in honor of the 90th Anniversary of St. Joseph’s General Hospital, Kinsmen Club president Ted Tomyn presented a cheque of $1,000 to the Light Up the Lifeline Tree. The donation will give the club a gold-colored bulb on the tree in the lobby.
A.L. Horton principal Ron Horon accepted a $500 cheque from TransCanada Pipelines Community Action Team representative Cheryl Elkow which will go toward the purchase of new playground equipment for the school.
One role of the Vegreville News Advertiser is to promote dialogue on various issues of concern to area residents. We accomplish this by welcoming Letters to the Editor and allowing various issues to be debated through our pages. All letters must contain the writer’s name, address and phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, however the writer’s name may be withheld from publication in special circumstances deemed appropriate by the Publisher. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity, spelling and grammar, taste or for reasons of potential libel. A maximum of 150
Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser – Opinion
After 18 months, Canadians have been left waiting a long time for a federal Budget. Now that all 400+ pages are out and it has survived two confidence votes, it looks like we are on track for another increase in deficit spending.
Of course when François-Philippe Champagne, the finance minister, unveiled the Liberal government’s budget he was sure to mention that a protracted trade war with the United States and a weakening domestic economy had forced the government to run a deficit tens of billions larger than initially forecast. Prior to its release, when PM Mark Carney was questioned by reporters about the potential for yet another large deficit, he was predictably terse. Carney does not like to have his motives or execution questioned and stated that he had been around a lot of budgets and that THIS was a solid one which has often referred to it as a “generational investment.”
Canadians will ultimately be the judge of that.
Since the budget is over 400 pages long and I have not read it from cover to cover (nor do I intend to,) I will try to provide some highlights. There are some winners and losers depending on your ‘big picture’ view of things.
The military will get $81.8 billion over five years with a plan to exceed NATO’s target of 2% of GDP and reach 5%. Interestingly, even though Carney has been traveling the world “sub-hopping” or sub shopping, there is no money earmarked for the submarine fleet he is looking to procure.
Switching banks will be cheaper/free, and a system is proposed to enable Canadian’s to securely share their banking information with approved third parties including apps.
About $1.2 billion has been set aside for youth summer jobs and post-secondary grads to find employment. There is also money there for a Youth Climate Corps to train young workers for weather-emergency response.
The “generational infrastructure investments” over the next five years plans to spend $115 billion to upgrade roads and community centres nationwide. Plus $60 billion on five major projects, including a high-speed rail corridor (between Toronto and Quebec City) and a mine expansion. One announcement of a possible 17 is expected this week. Plus it earmarked $13 billion for its new Build Canada Homes agency, which presumably will … do that. Or maybe they will just build an app instead.
The secondary-suite loan program is out as is the 1% tax on vacant or underused housing which were both meant to give relief to rental shortages.
A 10% reduction in the federal workforce is expected both through actual cuts as well as attrition which includes offering voluntary leave and early retirement incentive packages. Consider that against a 43% increase under Trudeau.
Canada has followed the U.S.’s lead on the GENIUS Act and will likely treat stablecoins as digital currency.
Some of the interesting items? A line item to help bring a Eurovision title to Canada. Plans to use AI to replace some public sector correspondence (it really can’t get worse, can it?) Something they refer to as “productivity super-deductions.”
Removal of luxury taxes on private jets and yachts in an effort to help Canadian manufacturers. No tax cut for auto makers though. Earthquake insurance is in the plans and scrapping
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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
Creating artwork helps artists express their authentic selves and share this with others. Twenty-two members of Vegreville Visual Artists showcased their diverse talents with every medium of art at the VVA Christmas Show and Sale on November 7 and 8 at Vegreville Centennial Library.
There was a raffle of art pieces, with all the proceeds going to Vegreville Food Bank and Vegreville
Christmas Bureau. Members said they like to include charities with their event as these organizations are part of the community, and it is good to benefit others.
To add to the festive feeling, Christmas and regular music were performed by musicians from Thrills Music Studio.
Artists also gave demos of their work.
VVA is an interesting, fun, and fulfilling group to join. They have regular meetings which people can attend.
Vegreville Visual Artists. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Attendees browsing artwork. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)
A beautiful array of artwork. (Rosanne Fortier/Photos)
Research, Technology and Agriculture at Lakeland College
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Lakeland College’s annual Research for the Ranch Livestock Field Day continues to grow in popularity with attendance
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increasing from 25 to 30 people to between 60 and 80 people. This year was no exception as more than 70 people took in the event that was held on Oct. 30 at the Vermilion campus.
“It’s really great to see that,” stated Dr. Francois Paradis, Dean of Applied Research at Lakeland College. “We see more and more producers coming to these events, and this is really the intent; to bring students, bring producers, bring industry professionals, other researchers from other research institutions as well.
Part of it is to showcase the work we do, but part of it is to also, hear feedback about problems industry has so that we influence the research that we do. That’s really our goal here, and that’s why it’s an applied research department. It’s focused on the applied portion, so that we can put solutions in the hands of the producers that is going to be useful to them.”
Dr. Brenda Ralston, Dr. Susan Markus and Dr.
Council has directed that Administration publish a summary of decisions from the past two Council meetings each month. Meeting highlights are also summarized on the Lamont County website, and social media after each Council meeting. Once approved at the next Council meeting, all directions, approvals, and items discussed are reflected in the approved minutes posted at lamontcounty.ca. The following are updates from the past two Council Meetings, including important initiatives and activities that were discussed, debated, reviewed, and what Council has directed Administration to complete and implement.
This is an unofficial summary of the October 28 Organizational Council meeting (minutes were approved at the Nov. 4 Council mtg.).
Highlights from this meeting include: Reeve and Deputy Reeve Appointed (lamontcounty.ca/news)
• Council elected Councillor Aaron Wick as Reeve for Lamont County.
• Council elected Councillor Neil Woitas as Deputy Reeve for Lamont County. 2025-26 Council Meeting Schedule
• Council confirmed its Regular Council Meeting scheduled dates for 2025 and 2026. Scheduled meetings and agendas/minutes are accessible at lamontcounty.ca/governance/agendasminutes. The public is welcome to attend meetings in person or virtually via YouTube.
Council Business
- Council confirmed its financial institutions, signing authorities (Reeve/Deputy Reeve and CAO), Assessor and Auditor for 2025-26.
- Council designated its councillors to be part of internal and external boards and committees, including Deputy Reeve Woitas continuing as Chair of the Agricultural Service Board (ASB).
- Council approved its Members at Large for boards and committees with terms as set.
- Boards and Committees will be updated at: lamontcounty.ca/governance/boardscommittees.
This is an unofficial summary of the November 4 Regular Council meeting (minutes are approved at the next Council meeting).
Highlights from this meeting include: Delegations
• Council received a delegation related to the Land Use Bylaw and secondary dwellings and directed Administration to bring forward a report to address this concern..
Council Business
- Council approved its Beaver Dam Flood Control Policy (6070), and completed all readings on its annual operating borrowing bylaw.
- Council approved the date for a tax sale properties along with the reserve amounts (for properties in arrears for greater than a year).
- Council directed Administration write a letter to MLAArmstrong-Homeniuk requesting meetings with the Ministers of Municipal Affairs, Transportation and Economic Corridors, and Environment and Protected Areas related to recently updated mandate letters from the Premier to the Minsters.
- Council also directed Administration to prepare a letter to MLAArmstrong-Homeniuk for speed reduction on HWY16 approaching HWY855.
- Council approved donations to Lamont High School Christmas Dinner ($200), the Lamont Christmas Light Up ($200) and to the Fort Saskatchewan and Lamont County Chamber of Commerce for its Santa Claus Parade sponsorship ($250).
Obi Durunna discussed their research projects which focuses on animal wellness and welfare, precision ranching and genomic testing, and cattle nutrition. Lakeland College’s new cannulated Black Angus heifers, which were purchased from the University of Saskatchewan, were also showcased during the event.
Dr. Paradis said they introduced more hands-on presentations to bolster engagement this year. “We find it helps the students.” Round table discussions were also added, which Dr. Paradis said, provides specific feedback and generates ideas for future research projects.
He added that the feedback is beneficial in multiple ways. “Sometimes it raises new issues or challenges that we are no aware of, or we are aware, but don’t realize the magnitude of, but it’s also about a lot of our funding for our work has to be supported by producers and producer organizations. They want to hear that the work we are proposing to do is going to
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Participants in the red barn with Dr. Brenda Ralston and the cannulated Black Angus heifers. (Lakeland College/Submitted Photo)
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and that’s a
that is going to work for them.”
Local Agriculture Technology students shared some of their thoughts on what they heard and saw during the presentations and demonstrations.
Landyn Herzog from the Vermilion area, said he was surprised that hair and tissue samples are used for genomic testing versus blood. Sloane Cannan from the Innisfree area said it was interesting to learn the weight gain of heifers was higher than weaned calves.
Lakeland College hosted Alberta Crop Diagnostic Day in July, and plans on hosting that event in the summer of 2026. The Vermilion campus includes a 3,700-
plus acre farm featuring beef, bison, dairy and equine herds, Agriculture Technology Centre, Crop Research and Bioenergy Building, Dairy Learning Centre, G.N. Sweet Livestock Research Facility, and land dedicated to crop trials. Additionally, Lakeland scientists conduct research at various other sites across Alberta and Western Canada including on-farm projects in collaboration with producers.
Magical Moments
This is Bjorn and Allison, owners of Bear Butchering. Thanks to killer jerky and loyal regulars, they’re busy year-round, processing domestic meats and wild game. The Vision profit shares are a help, though. With five kids at home, says Bjorn, every dollar keeps the wolf from the door. Good thing it doesn’t have the same effect on the rest of the wild game.
Dr. Susan Markus. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Dr. Francois Paradis. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Dr. Obi Durunna. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Dr. Francois Paradis, right, with participants. (Lakeland College/Submitted Photo)
Collecting hair and tissue samples under the direction of Dr. Susan Markus. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
Local Support for Canadian Foodgrains Bank Continues to Hold Strong
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Local support for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank Continues to Hold Strong in the Vegreville area with more than 20 supporters on hand to bring in the harvest on September 29.
Main Photo: Loading the trailer.
Inset Photos: Harvest 2025 near Vegreville on Sept. 29.
(Vegreville Foodgrains Growing Project/ Submitted Photo)
Volunteer Darren Achtymichuk said, “For the harvest day, we had a group of 20-25 people from businesses and farms that have supported the project out for lunch in the field that was provided by Agriterra Equipment and Drever Agencies (PetroCanada). After enjoying lunch together, the combines harvested the wheat crop.”
The 115-acre parcel of red spring wheat yielded approximately 70 bushels per acre, for a total of 8,083 bushels. Total proceeds from the crop were approximately $59,500. After covering expenses, $40,000 from the Vegreville growing project will go towards the Canadian Foodgrains Bank’s efforts to feed those in need. Abe Janzen, Alberta Regional Representative for the Canadian Foodgrains Bank, provided some facts and figures for the News Advertiser. He stated, “There were, in this 2025 growing season, 31 Growing Projects in Alberta
totalling approximately 4,000 acres. Crops included barley, wheat, canola and lentils. Growing Projects vary in size from over 300 acres to just 8 acres. Every acre and every donation helps.
In Saskatchewan, there were 28 Projects this past season, but there are projects across Canada and they are all different. In the past 12 months, the Foodgrains Bank was able to provide assistance to 1.1 million people, in 37 countries, with support from farmers, other donors, businesses, churches, and also the Federal Government, who, at this time, provide us with $25 million a year.”
The Canadian Foodgrains Bank is comprised of 15 church and church-based agencies that work in partnership to end global hunger. Members represent nearly 30 Christian denominations made up of over 12,000 individual congregations across Canada. Individuals, churches and congregations can volunteer with the Canadian Foodgrains Bank which estimates that up to 720 million people are facing hunger worldwide and do not enjoy food security.
Volunteers from L-R: Darren Achtymichuk, Triefen Pesaruk, Trayden Pesaruk, and Jim Wipf. Missing from the photo was Jordan Wipf. (Vegreville Foodgrains Growing Project/Submitted Photo)
4-H Muliti-Group Update
On Monday, October 6th, the 4-H Multi Club had its first meeting. This year’s projects were decided. There will be Crafts, Light Horse, Small Engines, Small Animals, Foods, Sewing, and more! There was a lot of fun and excitement as the Halloween Party Committee was chosen. They had 30 members attend the meeting. The club also held elections for the leaders. Leaders were chosen for the projects, and the general leader was also chosen. Same with the club President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer. It is looking like a good year for the 4-H Multi Club.
On or about October 23, an individual traveled 1/2 mile into the field and removed a Gallagher Solar Powered Fence Energizer from fence Post.
Grower Engagement Meetings
in Vegreville on November 27!
Ember
4-H Multi Member - Reporter
Smoky Lake RCMP Responds to Tanker in North Saskatchewan River
Alberta RCMP
Submitted
On Nov. 6, 2025, around 8 a.m., Smoky Lake RCMP responded to a call regarding a tanker in the North Saskatchewan River, off Highway 831. Though the investigation is ongoing, initial information suggests that this collision was the result of heavy snow and road conditions, leading to a loss of control in an area that
can be difficult to navigate. The driver had to climb on top of the vehicle and be rescued by boat by the Smoky Lake Fire Department. The Tanker is leaking what is believed to be Bitumen and an environment team is on scene conducting a cleanup.
The public is asked not to linger in the area and to allow the emergency and cleanup crews to access the site and conduct their work.
Viking RCMP Arrest Property Crime Offender After Lengthy Dog Track
Viking RCMP Submitted
On Nov. 3, 2025, at 5:35 p.m., Viking RCMP received a report of a suspicious male in the complainants driveway stating that he was looking for gas. Police began making patrols and located the suspects vehicle on Range Road 125. Police spoke to additional nearby residents who also observed the suspicious male. Checks on the suspects vehicle revealed it was stolen earlier in the day in Vermillion. Police deployed police dog “Nuke” who after a 5 kilometer track located the suspect hiding in some bushes. As a result, RCMP arrested one male on 13 warrants and 3 new charges related to property crime offences in Viking and surrounding areas:
Terry Dale Dyck, a 52-year-old male, has been charged with:
• Possession of Property over $5000
• 2 offences related to Failing to comply with condition of Release order
Dyck was also arrested on 13 outstanding warrants for relatable offences that occurred in the Eastern Alberta area
As a result of a Judicial Interim Release hearing, Dyck was remanded into custody and will have his first appearance in Alberta Court of Justice in Vegreville on Nov., 20, 2025. Viking RCMP continues to proactively combat criminal activity as part of our ongoing commitment to the initiatives set out by the Viking RCMP to reduce the criminal activity in the Communities it serves. An alert community reporting suspicious occurrences is crucial to effective policing. If you see it, report it.
If you have information about this incident, please call the Viking RCMP at 780-336-3441 or call your local police. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit. com, or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www. crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions).
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Kids Learn About Remembrance Day
DeCoste-MacLean opened the
song and a game of I Spy.
MacLean explained that she read the children a story called ‘I
by Sebastien Braun. They also created some paintings and artwork of poppies.
The children then walked to Vegreville Care Centre to share
some of their craft projects with the veterans and residents there. On why she felt it is essential for children to learn the importance of Remembrance Day, MacLean shared that it is good for kids to appreciate their home, and that we have been provided safety by our veterans.
Story time.
(Rosanne Fortier/Photos)
Vegreville 4-H Beef Club
October-November Report
Ariana Klammer and Rhea Trabysh Club Reporters
Hello ladies and gentleman, we are Ariana Klammer and Emma Trabysh your Club Reporters from the Vegreville 4-H Beef Club. We are both very excited to have the opportunity to be able to keep you all up to date this 2025-2026 4-H season!
At the beginning of October, we finished off the 2024-2025 year with a trip to Edmonton to watch the CFR. We all had fun watching the various events and catching up with the members.
On October 5 we had our re-organizational meeting. We welcomed 37 members, some new and some returning, which is great to see. Those 37 members include: 10 Cleavers, 7 Juniors, 8 Intermediates, and 12 Seniors.
Positions were voted on, and the results are as follows:
President- Luke Brooke
Vice President- Casey Yakubow
Secretary- Paiten Axten
Treasurer- Cooper Axten
Club Reporters- Ariana Klammer/Emma Trabysh
Historians- Sydney Sen/Kinley Smith
Parliamentarian- Chase Forsyth
District Representative- Karly Weleschuk
District Representative- Casey Yakubow
District Representative- Ariana Klammer
Weigh in was on November 2 at the Kisilevich/ Axten Farm, and what a day it was! We had 26 steers
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DEADLINE: Tenders to be completed on the form provided in the tender package and must be received at: Kuzyk Law Office Postal Drawer 929 5038 – 50 Avenue VEGREVILLE, AB T9C 1S1 No later than 2:00pm on Wednesday, November 26, 2025. Tenders will be opened at Kuzyk Law Office At 2:05pm on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
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run through the chute, 12 stall mates, 1 provincial carcass, and 2 heifers. However, that is not all that will be at Achievement Day. That wind was chilly but we all worked together and got the animals through in a timely fashion. Vaccines were supplied by Dr. Tawnya Copland- Prairie Rose Veterinary Services, Amanda Elzinga-Pugh- Merck Animal Health and the Vegreville Veterinary Clinic. Weigh scale was brought in from the County of Minburn No 27.
We cannot wait to fill you in next month on the happenings for the rest of November!
Corbyn Ziegler helping put in an ear tag for his calf with Kelly Weleschuk. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/Submitted Photo)
Emma Trabysh giving her steer Nash SafeGuard with Chase Forsyth providing assistance.
(Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/Submitted Photo)
Nate Pipke, Mason Yakubow, Kaydee Weleschuk and Teagan Axten waiting for the CFR performance to start. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/Submitted Photo)
Some of the members and parents at weigh-in. (Vegreville 4-H Beef Club/ Submitted Photo)
Why?
His dad was a soldier Far far away
At home with him
He could not stay.
But know his dad is gone
He knows not why
When he asks his mom
She starts to cry.
He does not understand Why his dad could not live with him in this free land.
He prays to god but there is no answer to his call.
For if it were up to him
He would bring back not only his dad.
But the dad’s of all!
- 11/2000 - Alex Zukiwsky -
and share the meaning of what Remembrance Day represents.
“For many, this is a holiday. A day off from the regular activities of our lives, when we can get together with some friends or family and perhaps attend a Remembrance Day Service. I think it is more.
This week and this day represent a time for us to think hard about why we are able to live in a country where we can do and be almost anything we can imagine without the fear that it may be taken away at any moment.
The Armed Forces members that we have the great honour of being in the same room with are the reason we can achieve our dreams. They are the representative of our peace and freedom gained with the lives of
their brothers and sisters who have come before and shall continue to protect us into the future.
During the silence we observed a few minutes ago, and hopefully next year and the years to follow, you will think of these men and women and their fallen comrades and thank them for our chance to be able to live in peace.
Don’t just remember, never forget.”
The Rev. Laureta Blondin presented the invocation and Chaplain’s Message, and dignitaries brought greetings which echoed with the sentiment that we need to honour the extraordinary contributions of all Canadian veterans who fought for our freedom and values.
CO Major Welby Thumwood, CD offered a Veteran’s Perspective and shared he was currently serving as a Commanding Officer in 25 Engineer Squadron and 41 Engineer Regiment. This year marks an exciting milestone as his 20th year in uniform. “Knowing that you are making a difference, helping others, and being part of something bigger than yourself, there is absolutely
nothing more rewarding. During Remembrance Day, we recognize the service and sacrifice of those who came before us; the diverse and deeply devoted service members who fought to keep us safe and help shape our world today. Their stories are our stories; Canada stories. We honour our veterans with our words and actions, not just during this week, but every week. It is up to all of us, both in and out of uniform, to remember those served and the values for which they sacrificed. We must not forget them, nor the historical lessons which we collectively have learned. Lessons like the importance of fighting for the oppressed and standing up for those who cannot stand up for themselves. Thank you.”
Vegreville Handbell Choir, led by Lisa Topilko performed a lovely set of tranquil music. Brenda Tuck played piano, W.G. McMunn was the bugler, and Robert MacGregor was the piper.
There was a presentation of Bob and Jean Kelly Scholarships, which were awarded to students Sage Lappa and Layne Lowes.
No. 341 Air Cadets, Mundare Squadron. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Laying of Wreaths. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Expressing Gratitude to Veterans
Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent
Approximately 75 attendees enjoyed the hospitality and meal at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 39 Veterans’ Appreciation Lunch on November 7.
This event was meant for veterans, spouses, and surviving partners.
President Terry Kuzyk emceed, welcomed everyone, and read The Toast to Fallen Comrades.
Comrade Ria Radcliffe said grace.
Everyone was treated to a hearty and delightful meal of roast turkey, meatballs, cabbage rolls, and more, catered by Diane Fausak and her crew.
After this, Kuzyk acknowledged the Branch Service Officer, Diane Lydom, who couldn’t attend but helped organize it and bring in the large crowd.
Kuzyk went on to state that time marches on, and although the conflicts of the 19th Century are behind us, we can still recall the trauma personally endured by those in the field, as well as those at home. “The world is still a place of conflict, in places like Ukraine and the Middle East, where we might not have a physical role, but are nonetheless impact-
ed by what we know to be a horrific situation to try to survive. This community, in particular, has a vital role in supporting refugees from some of these conflicts, and I know some of you here are intimately involved in that effort. This luncheon is held to honour you for what you have done, for what you have witnessed, and what you have endured. But I think it could be pretty safe, knowing we can extend this honour to all the veterans across the globe that have been or are currently involved in conflicts. I thank you all, and hope you enjoy this small token of our appreciation for what you have done. We will remember.”
Dignitaries then shared their appreciation for veterans, echoing sentiments that the veterans’ courage, dedication, and sacrifices helped to shape the freedoms and values we enjoy today.
Special Guest Retired Deputy Commissioner Dale McGowan, for CO K Division, stated that the RCMP is unique in the Commonwealth as the only active police force to have been presented ‘colours’ by the Royal Sovereign for its service in wartime and peace operations. It bestows all of the recognized battle honours the force has received to date. These include the following: Northwest Canada 1885, South Africa 1900-1902, France and Flanders 1918, Siberia 191819, Second World War 1939-1940,
Canadian Provost Corps 1939-1945, Afghanistan 2003-2014.
“These are only the formally recognized battle honours we have, but do not include the many international peace operations we have participated in around the world.
When I was the CO in ‘F’ Division in Regina, I had the honour…well, let’s say the experience, of attending Afghanistan at the peak of that war, when suicide bombers, car bombs, and roadside IEDs were at their peak.
In a time when called to defund the police and challenges toward traditional policing methods and practices are made, we need softer, more sensitive approaches to crime and justice; unfortunately, in today’s realities, we are required and expected to have that paramilitary capacity. To respond by air, land, or water on a domestic front, and that is why we are considered one of the four pillars of defence for this country.
Be it a Terrorist attack on our national capital, an active shooter in a school, or gang guns and violence in a downtown core, we must maintain a highly trained and well-equipped response. Unlike some who feel it is too aggressive, I personally have no issues in referring to us as the ‘force’.
Vegreville Legion Second Vice-President Ria Radcliffe leads in saying grace. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Toast to Fallen Comrades table. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Attendees enjoying each other’s company. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
Meaningful décor. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)
CYMBALIUK, Edward S.
June 8, 1936 - November 13, 2021
In loving memory of a dear husband, father, Dido, and Pradido
Four years ago you left us.
We little knew that morning God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.
It broke our hearts to lose you;
You did not go alone, for part of us went with you the day God called you home.
You left us beautiful memories,
Your love is still our guide. And though we cannot see you, you’re always at our side.
Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one
The chain will link again.
“You are my sunshine my only sunshine” Lovingly remembered and sadly missed.
All our love, Irene
Audrey and family
Larry and family
Michelle and family
Sheryl and family
Six precious great grandchildren
OLINECK, Mafty - July 2, 2003
OLINECK, Vera - November 29, 2016
Through tears, we saw you fading
And we watched you pass away.
It broke our hearts to lose you, But you did not go alone
For part of us went with you
On the day God called you home.
So many things have happened
Since you were called away.
So many things to share with you
If you were here today.
They say time heals all sorrow And helps us to forget
But so far time has only shown
We never will forget.
Forever in our hearts and deeply missed by your
Loving children Orest (Catherine) Olineck, Sylvia (George) Kupka, Patricia (Allan) Gee, Martha (Tom) Evans, grandchildren and great-grandchildren
FORBES, Jeremy Jonathon Alexander
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jeremy Forbes of Two Hills, AB on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the age of 47 years.
Jeremy will be lovingly remembered by his daughter, Felicity; mother, Karen Forbes; sister, Erica (Gerald)
Zacharuk; niece, Alexis Zacharuk; grandmothers, Mary Olga Hnatiuk and Naud Forbes; as well as numerous extended relatives and friends.
He was predeceased by his father, Gordon Forbes; and grandfathers, Alexis T. Hnatiuk and John L. Forbes.
A private service will be held for immediate family and invited guests.
Photos, memories, and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com.
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Fay Marcy DeForest December 28, 1947 – October 30, 2025
It is with love and gratitude that we announce the passing of Fay DeForest on October 30, 2025, at the age of 77. She was predeceased by her parents, Evelyn and James Marcy, and her brother, Jim Marcy. Fay is survived by her husband of 57 years, Reid DeForest, daughters Brienne DeForest and Meredith DeForest (Michael Suen), and grandchildren Thomas and Elliot Rusnak and Quinn Suen.
ELKOW, DON
The family of Don Elkow would like to express our appreciation for the condolences, food baskets, flowers, and all the kind words. Thank you to everyone who was able to attend Don’s memorial gathering. And a special thanks to the Doctors and Nurses at the Two Hills Hospital for the care you provided.
Service and Sacrifice of Canadian Soldiers Honoured at Andrew Rural Academy
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser
Students, staff and community members gathered together in the Andrew Rural Academy gymnasium on Nov. 7 to remember the service and sacrifice of Canadian soldiers.
They were joined by Terry Kuzyk, President of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #39, who presided over the ceremony. Grade 5/6 teacher Ms. Tracy Messer talked about the importance of gathering to remember as a school and as a community during her speech. She stated, “We remember the brave individuals who went to war, those who worked here at home, and the ones who never returned. They risked their lives so that we could live in a better world and those who did get to return
home, forever carried scars in both their bodies and minds from the memories of being on the front lines. Remembrance Day is not about celebrating war, rather it is about remembering the real people behind the uniforms. They were mothers and fathers, sons and daughters, friends and neighbours. Many, not much older than the high school students here today. They had dreams and hopes, just like each of us.”
She went on to say, “The poppy, which we wear close to our hearts, is a powerful symbol of that remembrance. It reminds us of the soldiers who fought in fields far away, where poppies grew among the graves of those who had fallen. But it also reminds us of something more; the importance of peace, of kindness and of standing up for what is right.”
Throughout her life, Fay was deeply involved in the communities she called home, taking great pride in contributing positively and making a meaningful impact. She loved her family dearly and constantly sought opportunities to spend time with them and create special memories. Her friends were an extension of her family, and no matter the distance or passage of time, she always kept those relationships close to her heart. Fay had a strong connection to the communities of Brooks, Alberta, where she grew up, and Vegreville, where she lived for many years, participating in numerous clubs and organizations dedicated to giving back. In Vegreville, she also enjoyed a long and fulfilling career as a real estate agent, finding joy and satisfaction in helping clients discover the perfect home. Fay was a strong woman and a pillar to many, offering guidance, friendship, and support to those around her. In her final month, she often expressed deep gratitude for the friends and family who shaped her life, leaving her feeling fulfilled and content to the very end.
Fay had a wonderful sense of adventure and a love for travel that led her to explore the world and embrace countless meaningful life experiences. She was never one to shy away from a good time or an adventure, and together she and Reid — along with anyone lucky enough to join them — checked off many experiences from their bucket list.
True to her personality, Fay loved planning and making lists. At her request, a respectable midday celebration of life will be held at a later date, bringing together those who loved her to share laughter, memories, and connection.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation at https:// cpff.ca/donate/, in recognition of her diagnosis with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis and her commitment to supporting others.
Fay’s legacy of love, strength, community service, and devotion to family will be cherished by all who were fortunate to know her.
Grade 3 students recited Canadian soldier and doctor, Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae’s poem, ‘In Flanders Fields’ that he wrote in during the First World War. Prior to the conclusion of the service, Messer encouraged attendees to carry the meaning of Remembrance Day with them. “Each of us, no matter how young or old, has the power to make our world a little better through our actions, our words, and our care for others. That is how we truly honour those who came before us, as well as those who continue to serve our country today.”
Above: Grade 3 students recite the poem ‘In Flanders Fields.’ Right: Students laying wreaths. (Michelle Pinon/Photos)
Strong Show of Support for Vegreville Centennial Library and NLLS
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser
It was standing room only in council chambers during the Nov. 10 regular meeting. An estimated crowd of 50 people were in attendance to show their support for Vegreville Centennial Library and the Northern Lights Library System (NLLS) that provides a variety of resources and services to patrons.
Mayor Tim MacPhee opened the meeting by stating, “We have a very large delegation to talk to us today. We’ll call them friends of the Vegreville Centennial Library.”
Mr. James MacDonald, Executive Director of NLLS, was in attendance to present the 2024 value statement to members of town council. In addition to providing basic facts and figures, MacDonald made cost comparisons of NLLS, which offers a variety of resources and services to member libraries, versus what it would cost the Town of Vegreville if it decided to opt out of NLLS and go on its own.
Library patron Ann Thompson also made a brief presentation to council in favour of NLLS and the value it provides to residents.
Councillor Jerrold Lemko remarked that he had been on council for eight years and had never seen so many people in council chambers and thanked them for coming out to voice their concerns. He did make it clear that the town was not closing down the library,
rather asking questions about accountability and sustainability. “I fully support the library and Northern Lights.”
Councillor Taneen Rudyk commented that it was the most letters that had been received about any one topic during her time on council. She said, “I am happy to see so many here supporting the library and NLLS.” The estimated number of letters received was around 30 with more that had come in to the office the past couple of days. Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Sandra Ling told council that all of the letters received would be posted on the town’s website.
MacPhee asked attendees how many of them watched the livestream of the Oct. 15 council meeting when council passed the motion to approve the 1.5 percent levy increase from NLLS. Only 8-10 people in the gallery raised their hands.
According to the minutes of the Oct. 15 council meeting, Councillor David Berry made the motion, “That town council approve the NLLS levy increase of 1.5 percent for the 2026 budget.” That motion was carried.
Based on the written request for council decision from Corporate Services Director Meghan Saskiw, “The 2026 levy equates to $5.55 per capita ($31,679.40) paid to NLLS directly from the municipality. The 1.5 Strong Support for Library - CONTINUED ON PAGE 19
Straight Talk with Mundare Mayor Rick Patrie
Michelle Pinon News Advertiser
Refreshing is the word I would use to describe my recent conversation with Rick Patrie.
Mundare’s newly elected Mayor is definitely a straight
shooter, speaking honestly and directly without sugarcoating his words. Normally, elected officials are very concerned about using politically correct language, rather than just saying how really things are or stating their own opinion, but not Patrie.
Patrie was born and raised in Mundare, and has a vested interest in its future. He commuted for two years to the family farm near town, and his wife Tina commuted six months to Vegreville, before the couple decided to move to Mundare. They have two daughters, Lacey, 17, and Gracie, 12.
Last term, (2021-2025) was his first term on council. “Before I decided to do anything on council, I was focused on coming back, working on the farm and eventually taking over. My wife is a pharmacist and ended up getting a job in Vegreville.
Initially, when I decided to run for council, I was a younger guy in town with a family. I had an interest in the place. My kids were going to school here. The guys talked me into being on the Ag. Society. I wasn’t going anywhere.”
of road last year, it might be a couple more years to have the funds to do more projects, said Patrie.
Relining sewer lines has been ongoing for several years, and Patrie said they have completed about 70 percent of the town at this point. “A big capital project that we’ve studied already is our lagoon system. That’s something we have to begin planning for. We want to make sure we have a shovel ready project so that if the federal or provincial governments have funds available, this project may go higher on a priority list.” Engineering for the project is nearly complete, and Patrie expects to have numbers available in 2026. “It’s definitely going to be a big expenditure, but it’s something that we have to do.”
As far as other priorities, Patrie stated, “I really want to clean some things up.” He was referring to derelict buildings and abandoned properties in town. “It’s a very expensive thing to do, but it needs to be done and maintained.” So, he is in favour of increased bylaw enforcement, and that is something that is currently being investigated.
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He added, “I enjoyed serving as a councillor. You want to have people that are making the decisions to have a vested interest in the town, and not just the interest for today, but what’s going to be here in five years or 10 years.
A lot of it is common sense. It’s not rocket science, but you have to be able to put the time in and go to the meetings… You have to have an interest in the place long-term, I think, and be available to talk to people. I’m definitely very approachable and I’m definitely a people person, it seems to go hand in hand.
You could say that serving in public office is part of his bloodline as his grandfather John Diduch served as Mayor, and his father Leonard Patrie served three terms on council. He joked, “I’m going to retire here, so I might as well make sure the roads are paved.”
Infrastructure is always high on the priority list, and after paving a few sections
“I wish there was more things to attract people to town. There’s a small-town charm, but it’s very hard to attract business and industry. You need the population to support it. We’re just over 750 people in town, so it’s especially hard to attract retail business.”
One thing he would like to see is more community events, and said that will require “buy-in” from residents who are willing to volunteer.
Patrie said they had a great council last term, and he feels exactly the same with this new council. He admits that he’s always been comfortable in “leadership roles” and is looking forward to the next four years with great anticipation.
Members of Mundare Town Council. Front Row L-R: Coun. Irene Talaga,
Mayor Rick Patrie and Coun. Cheryl Calinoiu. Back Row L-R: Coun. Jennifer Johner and Coun. Geoffrey Hughes. (Town of Mundare/Submitted Photo)
Mundare Mayor Rick Patrie. (Michelle Pinon/Photo)
percent levy increase represents an increase of $456.64 for both the municipality and the Vegreville Library Board.”
MacPhee told attendees that the town “has no control over the library board” and that, “for the last few years we’ve been trying to reel in the library board” in regards to spending and that the per capita amount has to come down. He said that the Town of Vegreville now pays 78.54 per capita. “In 2022 it was 62.72 per capita, 12th highest out of 220 municipalities in the province,” said MacPhee.
MacPhee urged library patrons to talk to members of the library board, and said he would like council to sit down with the board.
MacPhee also apologized to the County of Minburn for misinformation that was stated by former Councillor David Berry
at the Oct. 15 council meeting. MacPhee requested clarification from the County of Minburn as to whether or not it receives a $5.60 per capita grant from the province.
Councillor Marielle Brodziak asked if the County of Minburn could provide an explanation as to why the Mannville received $41,804 in funding in 2025 and the Vegreville Centennial Library received $51,948 in funding in 2025.
Follow up to these questions was directed to CAO Ling who was asked to follow up with County of Minburn CAO Pat Podoborozny.
In a follow up interview with MacPhee, he was asked: “Is this a classic case of misinformation running through the social media and general gossip mill, generating great concern among library users, especially?
MacPhee replied, “As far as what happened on social media, again it’s a classic case of people not doing their homework, not getting the facts, and jumping to conclusions. I think there’s a small percentage of our population that want to take shots at town council if they know the facts or not.”
Trudeau’s 2 billion trees commitment.
So… was it worth the wait? Some people feel that the only thing generational about Carney’s ‘generational investment’ is that it will land squarely on backs of younger Canadians and take generations to recover from. Carney is increasing the debt to $1.35 trillion by the end of the year. Debt interest payments alone are costing taxpayers more than $55 billion this year ($4.5B per month). That’s more than the government is collecting from the GST or sending to the provinces in health-care transfers. Think of how many hospitals and schools you could build with $55 billion a year.
Ultimately, budgets are more than numbers. Ottawa and the current Liberal government will be judged on if life for Canadian’s gets easier or not and if our government finally remembers who it is working for. Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com
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