Vegreville News Advertiser - April 3, 2019

VOL. 72 NO. 14

72 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2019

The Gallery Spring Event

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Election Sign Thefts Impact Candidates

Vegreville Cash Bowlspiel

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Pancakes!

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Chipman Old Time Country Jam Page 23

RCMP files from March 25 - 31 Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser March 25 17:39 – Report of an intoxicated customer who left a business and drove away. Members were able to locate the vehicle and investigated. It was revealed that the driver was not intoxicated.

18:28 – Report of two jerry cans being stolen out of the back of a truck in Vegreville. The suspect left in a black Dodge Dakota. Members were able to identify the suspect and he was arrested and then released with documents for court.

18:53 – Complaint of a suspicious vehicle. A black truck with 2 occupants threw items into the ditch including a jerry can, hose, and items of clothing.

This call for service was related to the previous call where the subject was located and arrested.

21:53 – Caller requested that RCMP attend to remove a tenant who has people coming and going, is smoking marijuana, and has not paid rent. This is a civil matter and not a police issue.

22:51 – Report of a broken window in a bedroom. Members attended and no one at the location saw anything and there was NO broken window. When asked, the reporting party stated they heard something that SOUNDED like glass breaking.

March 26 09:42 – Complainant reported receiving a call from “VISA” about a $300 charge on their credit card. The complainant asked many times about the source of the charge and eventually, the caller hung up. The complainant did not give out any sensitive information and was reporting for informational purposes.

10:00 – Scam call from California from someone going by the name of “Peter Myers” stating that the recipient had won $2.5 million and a 2019 SUV. They said that the winner needed to pay $500 in order to receive their winnings. Reporting for information.

17:07 – Report of a theft of a license plate from a vehicle parked at a business in Vegreville.

18:50 – Traffic stop conducted for speeding. During the stop, it was determined that the driver was also driving while disqualified. The driver was issued a ticket for $217 for speeding and a summons for court for driving while disqualified.

18:49 – Detachment received a call from someone asking for assistance in retrieving their belongings from an exfriend’s house. Members attended to

keep the peace.

March 27

14:37 – Report of a stolen license plate from a vehicle. They are unsure when it was stolen.

14:47 – Report of mischief and theft from a vehicle. The window was broken and the stereo was stolen.

March 28

05:42 – Report of 4 youth attempting to start a dumpster fire. Members attended but were unable to locate the subjects OR a fire.

06:27 – Report of a break and enter to a mechanical shop. Members attended and cleared the building. There was no suspect on site. CCTV being reviewed.

The suspect was able to make off with property and a White Mercedes SUV. 06:28 – Report of an individual walking along the roadway creating a hazard.

Members attended and located the subject of the call, who stated that they had been kicked out of a vehicle by a friend. Members provided a courtesy ride into Vegreville.

11:34 – Call from someone going through a separation who has a concern about their separated ex. They have not seen them for a while but do not want them to return. Members discussed options including an Emergency Protection Order.

13:14 – 911 call to report finding a wallet at a gas station. *** this is NOT a proper use of 911.

13:17 – Report of a traffic collision on Hwy 16. Semi vs SUV. Members attended along with EMS and fire to assist and control traffic.

17:36 – Wallet found on the highway and turned into the detachment. The owner was notified and retrieved it the next day.

March 29

05:57 – Complaint about a speeding vehicle from a semi driver. Caller thinks he has seen the plate on a different vehicle previously. It was determined that this was the 41st complaint called in by this individual in the month of March.

10:15 – Disturbance reported at a residence. The complainant’s intoxicated adult son was banging on the door demanding money and cigarettes.

Members attended to keep the peace.

The subject was formally warned and left the location.

11:42 – Complainant called to report a male in a local business talking to himself and waving his arms. While on the phone, the subject of the call left the premise.

12:45 - Mischief to a vehicle overnight parked in the driveway. The vehicle was damaged, and property was taken.

Still under investigation.

13:20 – Report of a suspicious vehicle driving in a rural area stopping in an unoccupied yard. Members located the vehicle and spoke to the driver who indicated that they were just out for a drive.

21:12 – Report of a break and enter to a local business. Access was gained via a locked gate. It did not appear that anything was taken. Still under investigation.

March 30

10:15 – Report of an injured deer in a field.

Members attended and the deer was located and euthanized.

10:29 – Complainant report of 3 shots fired coming from near their property.

Members spoke with a male who advised that goose season was open and they were hunting.

19:35 – Call to report a suspicious green or grey minivan near highway 631 and RRs 152 and 153. The vehicle was occupied by two males and it appeared to the caller that they were scoping out properties. Members did patrols but were unable to locate the vehicle.

21:23 – Call to assist EMS with a client who had head injuries and was being aggressive and uncooperative. Members were able to calm the client down so that EMS could treat him and transport him to the hospital.

March 31

09:03 – Report of mischief. Someone had painted the word “NOT” on a political sign. No suspects or further information.

13:55 – Traffic stop conducted on a vehicle which appeared to have fresh damage. The odour of liquor was detected and a roadside breath sample was demanded. The driver was not legally impaired but was a GDL driver.

A license suspension was issued and the vehicle was towed.

During the week there were 77 calls for service made in total including: 1 false alarm, 0 false 911s and 1 animal strikes.

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Election Sign Thefts Impact Candidates

Campaign Signs Stolen and Damaged Throughout Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville Constituency

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser A rather flummoxed Ron Malowany, Alberta Advantage Party candidate for the Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville constituency called in with a tip today after finding that some of his, as well as other candidates’ signs, had gone missing from the Mundare traffic circle.

Malowany says that he is sure he saw them the night before, but noticed them gone today as he headed out for some door-to-door campaigning.

“Before, there were Alberta Party, Alberta Advantage Party, NDP Party, and United Conservative Party signs posted there.” Malowany recalled, “Today all that was left were ‘the blue ones.’”

Other candidates are to take this as a notice, if they haven’t noticed already, that their signs at that location may need to be replaced. “As soon as I

noticed, I contacted Elections Alberta and the RCMP, so the authorities have been notified as well.”

Though Malowany declined to speculate as to where all but one party’s signs could have gotten off to and how, there are only a few ways they could have disappeared. It doesn’t seem as though anyone is suggesting real foul play, but it could have been a (very selective) gust of wind. Or maybe, of the many ways to bring one’s friends and neighbours around to one’s way of thinking (and voting), the hottest new tactic is “out of sight, out of mind?”

Similar thefts have occurred throughout the rural part of the constituency, with not one party seeming to be exempt.

Shannon Olsen, manager of Alberta Party Candidate Marvin Olsen’s campaign, stated, “We have not had the chance to drive the whole constituency, but as far as we know Mundare, Lamont, and Vegreville have been cleaned out, including signs on personal property.

This is very disheartening to any team running in the election as it is all volunteers who are putting in their time and effort to strengthen their voice. It is unfortunate to a grassroots campaign, and we are going to move forward with our campaign and continue to spread our message of the great things and positive change the Alberta Party can bring to Albertans.””

Other campaigners have agreed on this, stating that as signs were purchased with fundraised money, the only thing they can really do now is to continue moving forward with door knocking and sign placement.

RCMP Staff Sargent Terry Hyggins, of Vegreville, pointed out that interfering with party signs, no matter the reason, is an offense. “They are property, and no matter what the purpose is, they belong to someone.”

Interfering with the signs could result in a charge of

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True Colours Arthur Beaudette News Advertiser – Opinion Every now and then you get to see someone’s true colours.

Most people are guarded and on their best behavior and some are just plain fake. Once in a while, you get a glimpse. Other times, it’s like an air horn at 3 am.

Over the past few weeks, we may have seen at least a glimpse (likely much more) of the real Justin Trudeau and the capital “L” Liberal elite. Back in 2015, a majority of Canadians voted for change. We were promised more transparency instead of the secrecy of the Harper Conservatives, we were promised greater equality, reconciliation and of course a budget that would balance itself.

What we received was legal pot, lots of town hall meetings, a bunch of crying and lots of things that people interpret differently.

Transparency has only been a talking point. Repeatedly we have seen the true colours when it comes to transparency or rather the lack thereof. Trudeau has continually been less than up-front with the electorate. From his holiday with the Aga Khan and his Finance Minister’s private villa in France to the SNC Lavalin case to the so far very quiet Vice-Admiral Mark Norman case. This government has been anything BUT transparent.

Greater equality plays great in the press and for talking points, but when it comes down to more than playing lip ser-

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vice, Trudeau has shown his lack of commitment. Despite being a self-declared feminist Prime Minister, when one of the most capable and qualified female cabinet members did not do his bidding, he suddenly needed a cabinet shuffle and moved Jody Wilson-Raybould to Veterans Afffiars.

Treasury Board President Jane Philpott, resigned from cabinet citing her loss of confidence over the government’s SNC-Lavalin affair conduct. “I must abide by my core values, my ethical responsibilities, and constitutional obligations,” she stated.

Trudeau’s response? More platitudes... “Concerns of this nature must be taken very seriously, and I can assure you that I am,” he said.

Not long after MP Celina Caesar-Chavannes quit the Liberal caucus, accusing Trudeau of yelling at her when she tried to address issues with him.

Actions speak louder than words and perhaps these ARE his true colours when it comes to his commitment to women and women’s rights.

“No relationship is more important to me and to Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples.” This is how Justin Trudeau presented himself in the 2015 election while seeking votes.

Unfortunately, the reality seems to be much different. From the stand-point of many First Nations people, Trudeau has broken all of his promises.

Perhaps the most shocking display of his contempt and arrogance was last week at a Liberal event in Toronto held for supporters who donated at least $1500 to the Liberal Party of Canada. During the event, a First Nations protester seated in the crowd interrupted Trudeau’s speech asking about the lack of action regarding the mercury poisoning in Grassy Narrows First Nation, in northern Ontario. Security promptly escorted her out and Trudeau mocked her by thanking her for her donation to the Liberal Party of Canada. The Liberal elite in the room laughed as they continued to eat their expensive dinners.

Learning about Grassy Narrows is worth your time. This is a small community established in 1871 under Treaty 3 and as of early 2019, there were 973 people in the community. Between 1962 and 1970 it is believed that 10 tons of mercury were dumped into the river system that serves the community. Since that time, successive governments both provincially and federally have done little of anything about it. It has been said that walleye fish from the river contain approximately 13-15 times the recommended levels of mercury. Many promises have been made, but there has been little in the way of solutions.

When confronted by a First Nations person about this serious issue, Trudeau’s response was smug arrogance. Of course, he was in what he thought was a safe place, among the Liberal elite in a posh venue. Why not be yourself? Well Mr. Trudeau, because it’s 2019 and people have cell phones with video.

It took almost 4 years but it looks like a tiger cannot change its stripes. Trudeau’s true colors are now on full display for all Canadians to see and no amount of apologies or crocodile tears can turn back the clock.

Tell me what you think. Email me at abletters@newsadvertiser.com

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Get Your Cybersecurity Score from Microsoft using this Security Health Check Test Brought to you by Arthur Beaudette VM Systems - Bits and Bytes In 2019, more data is going to be created and exchanged than ever before. Despite that being the case, general awareness and understanding around cybersecurity is incredibly poor.

Individuals and businesses alike must take the necessary steps to protect themselves from data theft, and it’s a difficult task. As security flaws result in events like the Wannacry attack from 2017, the stakes are incredibly high.

Corporate environments must be particularly careful. Staff use a variety of computers, smartphones and tablets and this means that there are more potential doors open than ever before for would-be hackers. The potential for data breaches is massive, and the consequences of one can be serious.

By failing to properly secure personal data, some businesses run the risk of receiving harsh fines and penalties.

Likewise, if sensitive financial information is exposed, the company runs the risk of financial ruin and a host of business-critical issues.

Microsoft has released a Cybersecurity Health Check Assessment to help businesses assess just how prepared they are to fight back

against would-be hackers.

A Free Assessment

Microsoft has decided to offer this assessment to help individuals and businesses around the world to better manage their data security. Of course, its recommendations will also touch upon the products that it offers, but that is to be expected.

This is certainly a useful and important tool for businesses, and it’s recommended that you use it in order to assess the quality of your security posture.

Four Key Questions

The assessment asks questions in four key areas in order to assess the cybersecurity readiness of a particular company. A set of recommendations are created based upon those answers, and these help companies to address vulnerabilities within their data security plan.

The four areas are related to preventing identity compromise, expanding device controls, safeguarding infrastructure and securing apps and data.

These are the critical areas for all businesses and constant assessment of performance in these areas is essential.

Actionable Tips

These tips and recommendations are very useful and practical. It’s just important that once you receive the report, you take action: in 2019, no business can afford to have poor data security systems.

In our April newsletter we will have more interesting information on the Dark Web and password security. Don’t miss it.

- Arthur Beaudette is the General Manager at VM Systems in Vegreville, AB. VM Systems is a full service Information Technology company that has been servicing NE Alberta for over 25 years.

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from the pages of the vegreville observer

Compiled by Dan Beaudette

90 Years Ago – April 3, 1929

A delegation, a the town council meeting, representing the

Vegreville Exhibition Association presented and spoke in support of a petition asking a grant of $1000 for the purpose of the exhibition for the current year, and for an assurance of a future annual

grant of $500. Considerable discussion took place in this connec-

tion, and the delegation was informed that the matter would be kept under consideration.

The pleasant weather of March, which gave rise to the hope that

spring seeding would commence at an earlier date this year than

usual, has been replaced by a week of wind, snow and general climate cussedness. While not cold, the weather is far from being favourable for work on the land and the immediate prospects are that no real seeding can be done for another week at least.

Harold Parkinson has resigned his position as bookkeeper at the

New General C. and left on Sunday morning for Peace River. Mr.

Parkinson has been a valued employee of the New General and on behalf of the company, Mr. Wm. Kieryluk presented him with a substantial cheque as an appreciation of his services.

75 Years Ago – April 5, 1944

Mr. and Mrs. Jim Burnett received the good news this week that

their son, H.E. Burnett, who went overseas in June, 1942, has won

his commission as a pilot officer of the R.C.A.F. While not so well

known in and about Mannville by reason of not residing here for any great length of time, the news will be of more interest to residents of Lavoy and Vegreville.

FO. Walter Barry was a caller in town for a day last week. Mr. Barry

has been in the ferry service of the R.S.A.F. and has been engaged

recently in taking bombing planes from the Bahamas to North

Africa. Mr. Barry, of course, is on leave of absence for the duration from the public school staff and hopes to return to Vegreville sooner or later.

Despite a blinding snowstorm, a pilot flew his noseless Flying

Fortress back from Frankfurt after a freak accident in which three bombs from another B-17 hit the plane. The three bombs bailed to

explode but they knocked off the nose and liked the bombardier.

Snow blown through the open nose by a 7—knot headwind covered the pilot and the co-pilot.

50 Years Ago – April 3, 1969

A letter was received by the Vegreville Observer last week from

the Council of the County of Minburn informing that the County would no longer purchase subscriptions on behalf of the ratepayers. Former subcribers who received the Observer through the county will now have to pay their own subscription fee.

A Vegreville employee of Canadian Utilities Limited was recently

honoured for thirty years of service in the electric utility industry at the company’s Annual Awards Banquet and Dance held in

Edmonton. J.V. (Jim) Nicholls, Assistant Operating Superintendent for the Vegreville District, was the recipient of the Aveard.

On Sunday, April 6th D. Killiam and R. Baxandall, two Vegreville

Scouts will be presented with the second stage of their Religion in Life Emblems. The emblem is given by the Scout Movement in

recognition of the boys’ involvement in the Life and Education of his own church. This part of the scout program was stressed by the founder Lord Baden Powell in co-operation with all churches.

A very small attendance was noted at the town annual meeting

Monday night when town affairs of the past year were discussed.

Alex Mandruk chaired the meeting which comprised primarily of reports.

25 Years Ago –April 6, 1994

A single vehicle rollover has claimed the life of a Vegreville man.

Rock Donovan Brown, 26, dies as a result of injuries sustained from

the accident at approximately 3 a.m. This mishap occurred on Highway 16, 2.5 kms. East of Lavoy.

Letters Welcomed

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. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to withhold letters from publication.

Why the Federal Budget’s Homebuyer Incentive Isn’t a Repeat of BC Liberals’ Failed Effort Andrew Macleod The Tyee The federal budget’s program offering interestfree loans to first-time homebuyers will sound familiar to many British Columbians.

The province launched a similar program in 2017 that was panned by experts — including the head of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., which will administer the new federal program.

There are, however, some key differences between the two approaches.

The B.C. program, launched a few months ahead of a provincial election, provided loans of up to $37,500 to first-time homebuyers to help them afford a down payment on homes worth up to $750,000. Buyers wouldn’t be charged interest or have to make payments on the loans for five years.

Critics worried the program would further inflame an already overheated market. One of them was Evan Siddall, president and CEO of CMHC, who said little about the program publicly but was scathing in private emails to B.C. officials and others.

“Programs that support demand in supply constrained markets, like Vancouver, serve primarily to increase prices and make the affordability problem worse,” he said in an email that The Tyee received through a freedom of information request.

“We encourage all aspiring homebuyers to make informed and responsible home-buying decisions that don’t put their financial futures at risk, especially in a market that is showing signs of over-

valuation,” he wrote, noting that high household debt was a top threat to the country’s financial stability.

In another email he wrote, “You will know we are holding our noses firmly on this and I would not want any other [provinces and territories] to be misled into thinking this ill-advised program represents good public policy.”

He said the B.C. government’s claim that the program would make home ownership more affordable for thousands of British Columbians was wrong. “I am joined by a loud chorus of economists in insisting that it will do the exact opposite,” he wrote.

So what does Siddall think of the new federal program? He was unavailable for an interview.

On its surface, the First-Time Home Buyer Incentive the federal government announced last week appears similar to the B.C. program.

It will provide buyers who qualify with funding of 10 per cent towards a newly built home and five per cent for an existing one. The idea, according to budget documents, is to “give eligible first-time

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Work Hard, Stay Humble, and Earn Every Vote Jackie Homeniuk UCP Candidate – Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville Growing up, raising a family, running a small business and calling this constituency home for over 40 years, makes me proud to be the United Conservative Party candidate. Being a descendant of one of the First Ukrainian Settlers in Canada, Ivan Pylypow, makes me proud of my Ukrainian Heritage. I can only imagine how hard he worked, homesteading, clearing the land, so he could bring his wife Maria and their children from Ukraine to Canada. The early settlers were amongst the first conservatives, working hard, helping their neighbours and saving for a rainy day.

In running a small business I know how challenging the current economic environment is for people and I know how challenging it is for families and seniors to make ends meet. Like many I have seen many highs and lows in the business climate, but nothing as low as now. We all know our current NDP Government has many failed policies driving people out of jobs and businesses. The challenges and future of Alberta’s economic development are crucial. Mistakes made by both the

Provincial NDP and Federal Liberal governments have brought down our economy.

The effects are felt all across Alberta with the loss of over 40,000 jobs since December. We know the lack of pipelines and a Federal Liberal and Provincial NDP government that is not supportive of the energy sector will add thousands of job losses this year.

It is irresponsible to saddle our future generations, with the debt left over from the record-setting Provincial NDP deficits. ($1.921 billion /yr in debt servicing - $5 million per day) which is NOT being spent on hospitals, schools teachers and nurses.

We will end the Carbon Tax, which forces families to pay more for home heating, gasoline, and groceries.

The UCP will attract investments back to Alberta again by cutting red tape and lowering taxes. ” Universal access to quality health care for all Albertans.” Was a founding principle of our party, We will not cut health care funding, we want to restore quality in a system that has been mismanaged by the current NDP government, causing increased wait times.

Every time a bill is passed without proper consultation of stakeholders it hurts our communities and our economy, like the unfair regulation Bill 6.

We all want to ensure safe workplaces, and to make sure our Farmers and Ranchers are consulted.

Much like residents of this constituency and province, I am looking toward the future full of hope and prosperity in making Alberta, Strong and Free.

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Sign thefts - CONTINUED from PAGE 3 Mischief Under $5,000 (Section 430.1, Criminal Code of Canada,) and the removal/theft could earn a charge for Theft. (Section 334.1b). In the Alberta Election Act, the section regarding Right of Access for Campaigning only refers to the right to canvas at a

multiple-dwelling site.

UCP candidate Jackie Homeniuk commented that she does not in any way endorse this kind of action, based on her personal belief in democracy, as well as the hard-fundraised dollars and many volunteer

hours that sign distribution requires.

“I also have had signs removed, nailed to stop signs, and put on the median on the highway. In Lamont this past weekend, many of my signs were removed. I do not agree with this action, as I believe we should all be able to freely express our political view. I would hope this action would stop so that we may continue this election with proper decorum.”

Agri-Business Appreciation Breakfast If you are a local business who supports our farmers, we want to thank YOU!

Please join us on

Saturday, April 6th

Vegreville Senior’s Sunshine Club 4630 - 49 St.

BREAKFAST & NETWORKING 7:00 AM GUEST SPEAKERS 9:00 AM This event is provided FREE of charge by the Town of Vegreville Economic Development Advisory Board

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Marvin Olsen, Alberta Party Candidate up with to prove their support of Alberta’s entrepreneurs, the support of Alberta’s Energy Sector through pipelines and refining, and the support of much needed social programs including mental health, a refined look at our healthcare system through consultation, poverty in Alberta and much more.

Albertans are strongly urged to choose the Alberta Party and discover fresh new ideas to take Alberta into the future as leaders and innovators and really show off the meaning of “Alberta Strong”.

Unreserved Public Farm Auction Shannon Olsen Campaign Office – Marvin Olsen – Alberta Party Candidate Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville Marvin was raised in the rural agricultural community of Andrew, Alberta and has worked and lived in several of the rural and urban municipalities in his constituency. Marvin has had experience in the oil field for several years, based out of Two Hills and Vegreville. He now resides in Fort Saskatchewan for the last 8 years with his family and has been the owner of a construction company for the past 13 years.

He knows this riding is diverse and deserves an MLA with real life experience that can truly understand the challenges facing both the rural and the urban sectors.

The Alberta Party is taking a common sense approach for practicality and understands that voters do not have to choose between protecting social programs or a balanced budget. The Alberta Party is one that does not have any federal ties or obligations and therefore only has Albertans to answer to and WILL put Alberta first, while working alongside federal government.

The Alberta Party is a party of free votes, this becomes extremely important especially in a diverse riding such as this one and allows Marvin to voice the concerns of his constituents and vote as they see fit, even if the ideals are not fully aligned with the party.

The Alberta Party has been steadily releasing incredibly innovative, effective policies in several areas including doubling the amount of educational assistants in the classrooms, an amazing subsidized childcare program that works on a sliding scale allowing FAMILIES to choose the facility and a caregiver tax credit for those families who do not use a licensed child care option.

The Alberta party has also released a “Jobs First” plan expected to expand the provincial economy by $16 billion and foster the creation of 65,000 jobs for Albertans including decreasing the corporate tax rate from 12% to 10%, and doubling the Small Business Deduction from $500,000 to $1,000,000. This is just a portion of the ways the Alberta Party has come

Mattinson Farm’s Viking, AB | April 13, 2019 · 11 am

2015 Case IH Farmall 115U & 2018 John Deere 560M

2016 John Deere W150 30 Ft

2011 John Deere 9430

2016 Case IH 4465

2004 International 9400i

2003 Peterbilt 379 & 2018 Lode King Distinction

2016 Bluesky 24 Ft & 2016 Tri Haul 30 Ft

Directions: From VIKING, AB, go 8.4 km (5 miles) South on Hwy 36, turn East on Hwy 26 and go 11.2 km (7 miles). Farm is located on the South side of the Hwy. GPS: 53.0142989, -111.6128849 Legal Land Description: NW 36-46-12 W4

Tractors

2011 John Deere 9430 4WD, s/n 1RW9430PCBP024711, 425 hp, powershift, diff lock, 5 hyd outlets, aux hyd, Big 1000 PTO, HID lighting, rear wheel weights, 800/70R38, duals, 2720 hrs showing.

2015 Case IH Farmall 115U MFWD, s/n ZFJK06305, 115 hp, L745 ldr w/grapple, s/n YEWLH5185, 16 spd semi powershift, diff lock, cab susp, 3 hyd outlets, 540/1000 PTO, 3 pt hitch, rear wheel weights, 380/85R24 F, 460/85R34 R, 229 hrs showing.

Swather

2016 John Deere W150 30 Ft, s/n 1E0W150XJFG420087, 430D, s/n 1E0430DXLGG420063, factory transport, P/U reel, split, F&A, dbl knife drive, trip del, Universal 200 autosteer, 600/65R28 F, 16.5L-16.1 R, 266 machine hrs showing.

Header

2004 International 9400i Sleeper T/A, s/n 2HSCNSCR95C036328, Caterpillar C15 15.2 L, 475 hp, eng brake, Eaton Fuller 18 spd, upgraded int pkg, A/R cab, Hendrickson A/R susp, 12000 lb frt, 40000 lb rears, 215 in. WB, 48 in. sleeper, alum wheels, 554676 kms showing.

Trailers

2018 Lode King Distinction 28 Ft Tri/A Super B-Train Grain, s/n 2LDAH2836JV065098, alum box, A/R susp, CTI, roll tarp, Michels electric roll tarp, Michels remote gates.

2018 Lode King Distinction 30 Ft T/A Super B-Train Grain, s/n 2LDAH3027JV065099, alum box, A/R susp, roll tarp, Michels electric roll tarp, Michels remote gates.

2016 Bluesky 24 Ft x 8 Ft Tri/A Gooseneck, s/n 2B9GS8390G4098713, torsion bar susp, 5 ft beavertail, 3- 8000 lb axles.

Baler

2017 MacDon R113 SP 13 Ft Disc, s/n 2018 John Deere 560M Round, s/n 312930, to fit Mac Don M155 & John Deere W150 1E0560MDAJJ445328, 1000 PTO, hyd MegaSwather, steel on steel conditioner. wide P/U, net wrap, monitor, push bar ejector, 176 bales.

Truck Tractor 2003 Peterbilt 379 Sleeper T/A, s/n 1XP5DB9X23D597816, Caterpillar C15, 600 hp, Eaton Fuller 18 spd, A/R cab, A/R susp, 12000 lb frt, 46000 lb rears, 232 in. WB, 48 in. Unibilt sleeper, alum outers, 830,000 kms showing.

2016 Case IH 4465 Tow-Between Air Tank, s/n YGS057108, 460 bu 4 comp’t tow-between tank, variable rate ctrl, dbl fan, 10 in. load auger, auto sectional control, Pro 700 display, LED light package, tank level sensors, 800/65R32 singles.

Flexi-Coil 820 35 Ft Cultivator, s/n C820A00P057823, 12 in. spacing, harrows.

Agro Plow AP2H 20 Ft Deep Tillage Cultivator, s/n 0411171, 18 in. spacing.

2013 Degelman 7651 Land Roller, s/n LR5374, 36 in. x 51 ft roller, lights.

Haying Equipment

New Holland 1044 Stackliner Bale Wagon, s/n 16379, 540 PTO. 2016 Tri Haul Bale Mover, 30 Ft lift off self unloading.

Grain Bins

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Male Wanted on Canada-Wide Warrant Cpl. Chris Warren Media Relations Group RCMP Major Crimes Unit Request

Public’s Assistance *update 2* Strathcona County, Alta – RCMP Major Crimes continue to seek the

public’s assistance in locating a male wanted on a Canada Wide Warrant in relation to a homicide investigation.

Police are looking for the public’s assistance in locating Christian Nyabirungu (35) of Edmonton who is wanted for First Degree Murder Kidnapping, and Aggravated Assault.

Nyabirungu is described as: • Black skin • 6’ 2” Tall • 240 lbs • Black Hair • Brown eyes Nyabirungu has ties to Edmonton, Alberta, North Battleford, Saskatchewan and has family in Montreal, Quebec; If you come into contact with this individual, please do not approach him as he is considered armed and dangerous.

The investigation is ongoing and police are asking if you have information about this incident to please call the Strathcona County RCMP at 780-467-7741 or call 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 or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.

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Well-Spoken with Willingdon 4-H

Daisy Steinbrecker Club Reporter – Willingdon 4-H Saturday February 23 2019, Willingdon 4-H Multi Club had there annual public speaking competition. There was a great selection of presentions and speeches. For the Senior Speech 1st place went to Ashlyn Lastiwka. Intermediate Speech 1st place went to Jorja Nikiforuk. Intermediate Presentation 1st place went to Allana Homeniuk. And for the Junior Presentation 1st place went to Daisy Steinbrecker. The whole club espressed their gratitude after for the judges taking the time out of their weekend to judge this competition.

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Mary Immaculate Care Centre Offers Evening for the Unsung Rural Heroes Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser An event is set for the unsung heroes in the rural setting to learn and socialize at the Mary Immaculate Care Centre on April 3. Caregivers throughout the area will be able to learn more about what supports and resources are available to them during the evening sessions.

“So many people are looking after someone with a need, whether it’s an elderly relative or friend, or a disabled child, that they don’t realize what’s available to them,” said Sister Laura of the Mary Immaculate Care Centre, “Such as Alberta Health Professionals and in-home care.”

“The thing isn’t just resources but many don’t know what’s out there.

Homecare could give baths or schedule meds. You don’t have to do it alone.”

Sister Laura said that the main purpose of the evening is to make the community aware of what Caregivers of Alberta has to offer. Registered Nurse NAME was scheduled to give the presentation on how to accept the resources, how others are going through the same thing, and other topics.

“Caregivers don’t always know that there is some help beyond that they can reach out to.”

So, who are the caregivers who would benefit from this event? Sister Laura explains, “They are those who have friends or family members suffering from mental illness, chronic, or physical, or isolation, children with a disability who they are taking care of. A lot of homebound are lonely, so some give care by just keeping them company regularly. Either way, they are all heroes.”

Sister went on to talk about the pressures some caregivers, and even the homebound themselves may be under to move to a home or care centre.

“Very often the person doesn’t want that so the caregiver keeps them at home as long as possible. I think that’s what Caregivers Alberta is doing: letting people know that the help that people need could be available at home.

The event will be an open house event with no pre-registration and free admission. As many caregivers want or need the support of the community, the event is a good opportunity for them to see that they are not alone in the situation of caregiving.

Mary Immaculate Care Centre, along with St. Joseph’s Hospital in Vegreville, is a part of Covenant Health, a Catholic Healthcare partner of Alberta Health Services whose mission is to “carry on the healing ministry of Christ.”

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Military Vehicles Travel to Wainwright, Alberta A massive fleet of military vehicles for training are set to move along Highway 16 and through the Viking corner.

Captain Ken Jacobson Public Affairs Officer, 1 – Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group

EDMONTON, Alta. — From April 1 to 6, approximately 600 military vehicles from Canadian Forces Base

Edmonton will be travelling to Wainwright, Alberta, in preparation for large scale military training exercises.

Military vehicles will be travelling East along Anthony Henday Drive, East on the Yellowhead Highway to Highway 36, South along Highway 36 to Highway 14, then East along Highway 14 to 3rd Canadian Division Forces Base Edmonton Detachment Wainwright in Wainwright, Alberta.

The public should expect to see a high volume

of military vehicles along this route between 8:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. daily.

The training being conducted at Detachment Wainwright will ensure 3rd Canadian Division soldiers are fully trained and certified by the appropriate Canadian Army authorities, ready for deployments on international operations from July 1, 2019, to August 31, 2020, in support of the foreign and defence policy objectives of the Government of Canada.

homebuyer incentive - CONTINUED from PAGE 6 home buyers the ability to lower their borrowing costs by sharing the cost of buying a home with CMHC.” One difference is that the federal program will be incometested, open to households making at least $50,000 a year and less than $120,000.

Also, the incentive amount plus their insured mortgage will be capped at four times their annual income. That means the purchase price for homes would be in the range of $200,000 to $480,000.

Few homes are available in that range in Metro Vancouver,

but the government suggests the program could encourage developers to create housing that could be sold at prices where people would be able to qualify.

Another key difference with the B.C. program is that under the federal program, a buyer won’t have to repay the loan until they sell their home. The CMHC will have an ownership stake and would be entitled to a percentage of the sale price based on the size of the original loan.

With the B.C. program, debt that buyers incurred would be interest-free for five years, but after that they would need to start paying it back and it would add to their total debt.

Tom Davidoff, the director of the Centre for Urban Economics and Real Estate at the University of British Columbia, said he thinks the federal program is much better than its provincial predecessor.

“People have complained you’re not going to get a lot of uptake in Vancouver and Toronto, but in a way that’s the point,” he said. “If this is concentrated in markets that were sort of collateral damage in the stress test, then that’s a good thing.”

In a high-priced market like Vancouver the new program will do little to increase the number of people who can afford to buy homes, Davidoff said. “Where it helps a market like Vancouver is in the longer run. I think a demonstration project of an equity-sharing product is a bigger deal,” he said.

“If you extended this to higher incomes and larger property values, this could be a pretty interesting process for people who realistically aren’t going to get to 10 per cent down or even five per cent down. This equity sharing is possibly an important form of ownership.”

With the B.C. program, “I was worried about pushing risky buyers into the market,” he said. “This is subtracting risk from the mortgage market and that was adding risk to the mortgage market.”

The B.C. program proved unpopular and was cancelled in 2018. B.C. officials had expected 42,000 buyers to take advantage of the program over three years, but in its first year only 3,000 enrolled.

The federal program is budgeted at $1.25 billion over three years and should be launched by September 2019, around the time the federal election campaign period will begin.

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Cooking with Emily – Quinoa Salad good but had a lot of onion in it. And I will say, I preferred it later that evening when I used it to balance out a pizza dinner with friends.

All in all… it was a good salad. It seems to me as though the recipe could serve as more of a loose guideline, and a person could add whatever vegetables they wanted, though…

I’m not saying quinoa is my new favourite staple item. But there’s still some left in the package… maybe next time, I’ll just wing it.

Have a different way to pronounce “Quinoa?” Want to be on the inside loop for next month’s recipe? Email me at Emily@newsadvertiser.com.

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser On April 1st, I decided to bring in spring the right way, by cooking this month’s recipe for a bright Quinoa [Keenwah] salad.

Not huge into what my father would affectionally refer to as “hippy foods,” I didn’t have much experience with quinoa.

But I thought to myself, “You’re a fan of avocado toast and smoothie bowls. What’s the worst that could happen?” And then I set out on a grocery shopping journey.

Looking at the recipe, it seemed to be more salad than quinoa, with a long list of fresh vegetables “finely chopped” or dice. Note the quotes around the words finely and chopped: this is because I’ve never really been certain of the specific measurements to get this right, only that most other people I’ve cooked with have their own preference. Just cut it small, my friends, and hope for the best.

Trying to restrict myself to one grocery store at a time, I shopped at NoFrills this month, mostly just because they’re on my route home from work. They didn’t have chives, so I replaced them with green peppers, and their fresh basil left something to be desired so I bought the semi-dry stuff. I don’t know much about spices so maybe somebody can educate me on this. There were some things I already had at home, such as tomatoes and the ingredients for the dressing, but what I did purchase cost less than $20.

At home, I cooked the quinoa according to the box instructions instead of the recipe’s version. There wasn’t much difference, except that the box didn’t require I rinse the grains first. It didn’t seem to make much difference.

While the quinoa cooled in the fridge for an hour, I listened to my favourite podcast and chopped vegetables. It was peaceful while it lasted but definitely didn’t take up the whole hour. For the green onion I used in place of chives, I only used the green part, and then saved the white for something else. This was more personal preference than anything else.

As per the instructions, I mixed everything together once the quinoa was cool and ate it immediately. It was pretty

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Mmmmmm, Pancakes

Daisy Steinbrecker Club Reporter – Willingdon 4-H Multi It was a great turn out for Willingdon 4H Multi Clubs annual pancake supper.

There were many who came out to make this such a successful event by

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pancakes - CONTINUED from PAGE 16 feasting on pancakes as well as bidding on silent auction items. All auction and raffle items were donated by people and businesses in the community.

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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, I'm a fortunate fellow. I have a great wife, two kids, and unlike many these days, I should be able to keep my home. That's because I've been at the same job for 15 years now.

Unfortunately, it's in the banking industry, and we all know it's a little topsy-turvy currently. I do worry that my job could end any day, so I'm actively looking for anything new. I'm searching online, contacting old friends in the industry, trying to network and reading the classifieds. Just the other day I saw an ad for a "Look Busy When You're Not" seminar. I thought it was a joke, but called and found out it was a real three-day seminar that trains you on how to give your boss the impression you are working hard when you're not.

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Carry: While the seminar may sound interesting, you may not want to rush and add it to your expense report. Whenever the job market becomes tight or there is an increase in layoffs, it's common for people to become fearful of losing their jobs. Even people who have been with a company for 15 years begin to question their job security.

Cash: This fear creates a new market for seminars that offer tips on how to keep your job. Most of these seminars are best used as entertainment.

Carry: We've seen some that promote all sorts of ideas like walking quickly through hallways with a clipboard or papers in your

hand. That way people will assume you're going somewhere important, even if it's just a trip to the bathroom.

Cash: There was one that suggested using a spray bottle to make yourself look like you were sweating from working so hard or setting up your email to send after you had left for the day to make it look like you stayed late.

Carry: Although cute, these types of ideas are short lived.

You're best bet is to continue looking for new opportunities like you're doing. In the meantime, just do the best job you can.

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While many people feel overworked these days, the truth is many of us are wasting more time at work than we realize. Although every survey varies slightly, the trend is clear. We are not as productive as we think we are.

According to a recent survey, most employees waste 16 hours out of their 45-hour workweek.

Salary.com and America Online surveys found similar results.

They claim we work the equivalent of only three days each week, misspending almost 2 full days of time.

When my nephew got his first job, he was very nervous about making mistakes. In trying to tell him it wouldn't be that bad, I shared with him my very first job experience.

"One summer I was a door-todoor vacuum salesman," I explained. "After being rejected several times, I tried a new approach on the next house. The woman answered the door holding a broom, so I made her an offer. I told her that I could vacuum her hardwood floors in half the time it took her to sweep or I'd clean them for free!"

Now having my nephew's attention I continued, "She accepted my offer, and then told me the power was out."

"So what did you do?" my nephew asked.

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Vegreville Cash Bowlspiel Rolls with Community’s Spirit Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The sound of bowling balls rolling was barely heard because Vegreville Bowling Lanes was instead filled with laughter and conversations at the Vegreville Cash Bowlspiel on March 15, 16, and 17.

People from all over Alberta participated in this Bowlspiel, which had 28 teams with four players on each team.

Bowlers were pleased to say why they chose to participate in the Bowlspiel.

Randy Giese who is from Edmonton and has been attending theBowlspiel for the last 20 years, said he thought the event was great because he enjoyed meeting everyone; since he has been bowling he has got to know a lot of people from all over Alberta. Bowling is his passion and he usually bowls three nights a week. Three years ago, he suffered a stroke and that hurt his ability to bowl as well as he bowled before where his score was usually 208, now it’s about 174.

Rob Schmalzl from Calgary said he has been participating in this Bowlspiel since 2005. He keeps coming back because he likes the community.

Vegreville Bowling Lanes gives him a different challenge than in the city when he bowls and the overall feeling is different too because the people in

Some of the bowlers from Vegreville who participated in the Bowlspiel (in no particular order) Stacey Barett, Brodie Gagne, Steven Litwin, Adam MacRae. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Vegreville have more character to their personalities.

Glen Papin from St. Albert added he loves Vegreville and Vegreville Bowling Lanes. He always comes back because over here, he gets to know the people, it’s a friendly environment, and he likes the owners of Vegreville Bowling Lanes-Corinne Audy and Kevin Tremblay. He also likes to support the community because the people in it treat him well.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

MYSHANIUK, Linda July 28, 1954 - April 2, 2018 They say time heals the pain but it’s been a year since Linda passed and it still hurts so much. Everyone who knew her was touched in one way or another. She was such an amazing woman, so vibrant and full of life. She had such a huge heart; a way of making everyone feel cherished and special. Linda had so many passions and talents, sewing, home renovating, cooking; creating a work of art in everything she touched. She loved her family above all and was the best wife, mother, baba, sister, mother-in-law, or friend anyone could ever ask for. Thanks again to everyone for all your love and support throughout this last year.

MEMORIAM

SASKIW, Nestor In loving memory of Nestor Saskiw May 20, 1948 - March 30, 2009 Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear Lovingly remembered and forever missed, Susan, families & friends

CARD OF THANKS

CULLEY THANK YOU After the passing of John Culley, the family would like to express our sincere gratitude to several individuals.

Thank you to the special staff members at Heritage House and St. Joseph’s General Hospital who helped care for John in the last several months. A heartfelt thank you to Gordon, Patti, and Victoria at Autumn Rose Funeral Home, for providing genuine personal care and assistance to all of us. Reverend Carolyn Woodall, thank you for your thoughtful prayers and for so compassionately officiating at the worship service and celebration of life for John. Thank you to Shirley Ionetz and her helpers for catering the lovely luncheon.

Finally, thank you to friends and neighbors who attended the service, brought food and baking to the house, and expressed comforting condolences through cards, emails and telephone calls. To all - your kindness has been deeply felt and much appreciated.

Alberta political leaders to square off in pre-election debate 2-hour show will be broadcast on TV, online and on radio April 4 The leaders of Alberta’s main political parties will face off in a debate less than two weeks before the spring election.

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KOTOWICH, Patricia April 24, 1949 - April 2, 2017 Our family circle has been broken, A link gone from our chain; But though we’re parted for a while, We know we’ll meet again.

Someday, we know not when, We shall meet in a better land And never part again.

We shall meet with many a loved one That was torn from our embrace, We shall listen to their voices, And behold them face to face.

Sunshine passes, shadows fall, Love’s remembrance outlasts all.

In loving memory Your mother Nettie Zaleschuk, Sonia Tatarin, Marie (Ken) Yakimowich, Brother Don (Deb) Zaleschuk, Irene (Jerry) Palsatt, Jo-Anne (Murray) Huculak

KOTOWICH, Patricia April 24, 1949 - April 2, 2017 The moment that you left me, my heart split in two.

One side filled with memories, the other side died with you.

I often lay awake at night when the world is fast asleep, and take a walk down memory lane with tears upon my cheek.

Remembering you is easy, I do it every day; but missing you is a heartache that never goes away.

I hold you tightly within my heart and there you will remain.

You see life has gone on without you, but will never be the same.

You will always be loved, remembered and sadly missed.

Valerie, Frasier and Bill

FRANKIW, Steve August 2, 1929 – March 27, 2019 On Wednesday, March 27. 2019, Steve Frankiw of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 89 years.

Steve is survived by his loving family, one son Harold (Brenda) Tratlie; one daughter Shirley Anne FrankiwTocher (Keith Thursby); two grandchildren Brandi Lee and Brandon; brother Orest (Georgina) Frankiw; sisters Cassie Pasnak, Mary Dowhaniuk, Kathy Frankiw and Olga Frankiw; sister-in-law Susan Frankiw; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Steve was predeceased by his wife Margaret; parents Kornelius and Katherina Frankiw; siblings Phillip Frankiw, Grace Duverny, Annie Kusnirik and Joe Frankiw.

A Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at St. John The Baptist Russo Orthodox Church (5527 - 49 St.) in Vegreville, Alberta with Very Reverend Igor Kisil officiating. Interment followed in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “St. John The Baptist Russo Orthodox Church-Vegreville.”

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SHEWCHUK, Wesley (Albert) April 4, 1942 – March 29, 2019 On Friday, March 29, 2019, Wesley (Albert) Shewchuk of Vegreville, Alberta passed away at the age of 76 years.

Wesley will be lovingly remembered by his family, his wife of 51 years, Helen; children Connie (Wayne) Bay and their family Brandon and Marissa: Patricia Shewchuk and her daughter Delaney: Terry (Yvana) Shewchuk and their family Natalya and Nikolas: and Jimmy Shewchuk and his daughter Faryn; his mother Pauline Shewchuk of Winnipeg; sister Verna Antonyshyn; sister-in-law Alice Shewchuk; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Wesley was predeceased by his father Patrick Shewchuk and brother Alvin Shewchuk and an infant brother John Shewchuk.

A Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. at the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. Vladimir, 5146-48 Avenue, in Vegreville, Alberta where a Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. with Very Reverend Father Slawomir Lomaszkiewicz officiating. Interment to follow in Riverside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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Edmonton – As the Albertan winter continues, RCMP would like to remind all drivers that #TrafficSafety starts with buckling up. It’s the simplest and most effective way to protect you and your passengers from injury in the event of a collision.

In 2018, Alberta RCMP issued 9,568 tickets related to occupant restraint offences.

Alberta RCMP encourages you to practice the following #TrafficSafety tips for optimal use of occupant restraints: • Ensure the seatbelt is positioned securely across the hip bones and the shoulder. The shoulder belt should sit across the centre of the chest, and never under your arm or behind your back. In a collision, this could cause fatal injuries.

• Children under the age of 13 are safest in the back seat. (Alberta Transportation, 2018) • The law in Alberta requires that children under six years old or under 40 lbs (18 kg) be properly restrained in a car seat. (Alberta Seatbelts, 2014) • Booster seats are the safest choice for children under nine years-old who have outgrown their front-facing child safety seat. (Alberta Health Services) • Most children are ready for stan-

dard seatbelts when they are nine years old or older, and either weigh over 80 pounds (36kg), or are taller than 4’9” (145 cm).

(Alberta Transportation, 2015) “A 2017 Driver Attitude Survey indicated 95 per cent of Albertans agree when driving or riding in a motor vehicle, one should always wear a seatbelt – we need to get to 100 per cent,” said Supt. Rick Gardner, Alberta Sheriffs. “Drivers and riders alike should wear vehicle-appropriate safety gear such as a seatbelt, helmet and jacket. Always apply the same sensible safety rules to all vehicles, including recreational ones.”

“In 2018, 32.7 per cent of motor vehicle fatalities in Alberta RCMP jurisdictions involved a vehicle occupant not wearing a seatbelt,” explained Supt. Gary Graham, Alberta Traffic Services. “We remind Albertans to take responsibility for safe driving behaviour: buckle up, every single time, whether you’re driving to work or just around the block.”

The Alberta RCMP will continue to work with Alberta Sheriffs and other law enforcement and safety partners to ensure Albertans make the right driving decisions and that includes putting on our seatbelts and securing children in safety seats.

Follow our #TrafficSafety tips on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta and Twitter @ RCMPAlberta.

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Town of Two Hills Council Meeting March 25 Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser

At the meeting of the Two Hills Town Council, topics from tax incentives to a by-election to fill the empty Councillor chair were discussed and approved. The meeting was held one day before the regularly-scheduled Tuesday so that urgent topics could be taken care of.

The following are taken from the minutes: “2019-989 Community Revitalization Property Tax Incentive Program Bylaw “In lieu of a brownfield incentive bylaw and to promote economic growth and improvements to current residential and non-residential buildings, Council has updated the Community Revitalization Program bylaw to a Community Revitalization Property Tax Incentive Program Bylaw that pro-

vides a more generous tax incentive for new or renovated improvements and carried a motion in favour.

2019-988 Traffic Bylaw “2010-889 Traffic Bylaw and amending bylaw 2011-906 was presented to Council for the Bylaw/ Policy meeting of March 19, 2019, to review. At the Regular Council meeting of February 26, Council passed this bylaw into second reading and put forth the bylaw for review by the public. As no changes have been suggested it has come back to Council for third reading and approved.”

Councillor Resignation “Councillor Debbie Tupechka has submitted her resignation as Councillor on March 14, 2019. Her resignation was accepted on March 25.”

Nomination and Election Days for By-Election

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“Due to Councillor Tupechka’s resignation, a By-Election must be called within 90 days of receiving her resignation. Nomination Day must be 4 weeks prior to an election.

As election Day for By-Election Must be before June 12, 2019 (90 days after resignation) it was moved to set May 3, 2019 to be Nomination Day and June 3, 2019 to be Election Day for the byelection. Carried.”

Office Reorganization “Due to recent privacy concerns current CAO office may need to be relocated. (2019-111) It was moved to seek proposals to reorganize offices due to a recent privacy breach, and for smoother operations at the Town office.”

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The Gallery Spring Event Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser After being open throughout the winter for the first time in years, The Gallery in Holden celebrated Spring with their annual event on March 30th, with musical performances, live and silent auctions, and an array of snacks to be enjoyed by a full house of attendees.

Gail Alger of the Gallery Holden explained the event lineup, as well as past success.

“We’ve usually raised $1,500 to $2,000 per year which is successful to us,” Alger explained, “With these kinds of fundraisers, it’s less about what the number is and more about making sure we’re filling the need in our organization so that we can

fill the need in our community.”

After a difficult couple of months for the Gallery, the event was much welcome, said Alger. “We’ve had a tough couple of months, with a break-in in January and the cold weather in

February. For about three weeks after the break-in, we stayed closed, and after that, it takes a lot to keep this place warm in the cold.”

In spite of these challenges, Alger says that they “Can’t complain,” and are looking forward to the warmer weather and new out-of-town guests that come with it.

Before the event, the Gallery was open for their regular hours throughout the afternoon, in order to not confuse guests.

The lineup of musical performers included a wide range of styles by Emily Sjursen, Karen Nedielski, Yves LaCroix, and Cheryl Laxdal. Live auction items were auctioned off by Weston Magneson.

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Chipman Old-Time Country Jam and Dance Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser The third of many country music jamborees in Chipman was held on Sunday, March 31, with the largest crowd they’ve seen yet. A lineup of around 23 performers made some noise together as guests who came to take in the music danced to the familiar tunes.

The event’s organizer and frontman Rod Whitefield says that the event was inspired by a large portion of the community who travel all around Alberta for the chance to play in a jam band.

“One day, I was talking to the Mayor (Jim Palmer) and he said, ‘Well why don’t you get something going here?’” said Whitefield. “He asked me if I could organize it, so we started with a trial run in January.”

Though the Chipman National Hall was spilling over with people at the March event, Whitefield said that factors such as weather and economy caused the first two events to be a little barer. “January and February were tough months for everyone, so not as many people registered. It’s good to

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The lineup for musical performers was chosen on an atrandom basis, with jammers joining in and swapping out throughout the afternoon. Many of the more seasoned performers came from as far away as Westlock, Camrose, and even further to enjoy the day in Chipman, and some young local talents also got the chance to shine as the event went on.

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The modest fee of $10 per person gave most spectators their admission, with half-price for all musicians. All funds from the Chipman jamborees goes to the Lamont and District Food Bank.

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The Mind Mystery of Escape Room Challenges Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Escape Rooms’ Challenges was an experience for youth during spring break which was as unique as spring can be!

Yes, team work got off to a terrific start when 60 jr. and sr. high schools students participated in this program on March 29 at Vegreville Centennial Library.

The youth were split into four groups so they could take part in all the activities. Mobile Escape – a company from Edmonton presented this program which featured an area in the library’s gym where kids made their own Mayan Mystery and Maker’s space puzzles and props with the assistance of professionals from this company. The Escape Rooms’ Starship Mutiny and Divinci Workshop’s were located in the company’s van outside where children had to solve the problem from the escape game to escape to the next activity.

This program was brought to the youth by Vegreville and Adult’s helpers and youths in the Starship Mutiny’s Escape Room. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Area Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) and it was free because the Kinette Club of Vegreville sponsored the program. Child, Youth, and Family Community Programmer for FCSS, Emma Murray said this was a team building activities’ program which gave young people an opportunity to work together and solve different problems while they had fun together.

Youth makes their own puzzles at the Escape Room Challenges. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Youth makes their own puzzles at the Escape Room Challenges. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Grade Five’s Habit Six Assembly

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Grade five’s students speak about the hockey game.

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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent A.L. Horton School has a Seven Habit program which helps children to focus on different concepts, values, and ideals which will help their own, as well as others’ lives.

So, on March 21, the whole school gathered in the gym for an assembly to watch a few performances by the grade five’s which focused on habit six-synergizing.

The first performance involved a hockey game with two teams where the students called themselves-Wranglers and Destroyers. The hockey game was really slow at first until the students discovered they needed to get involved in teamwork which meant they had to encourage each other and pass the puck.

The second performance was a game, Don’t Let the Beach Ball Touch the Ground.

With this, the grade fives threw the ball to all the students and they, in turn, had to cooperate to try not to get the ball to touch the ground.

The hockey game gets more action.

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The Grade five’s pass the ball to all the other students. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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A Little Taste of a Big Fundraiser ning of July, also shared her story, along with a history of Rotary and her goals for the next year. “I would love if you would all join us in making a difference worldwide.”

After this, guests were invited to stay for awhile to taste wines, eat, and socialize amongst themselves.

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser The annual Wine Survivor fundraiser for the Rotary Club of Vegreville is off to a good start after the kick-off wine tasting party on Thursday, March 28.

Wine Survivor follows the same premise as the TV show “Survivor,” with five people per team and a total of 60 teams. Closer to the draw date, team numbers start to be drawn for elimination.

“You could be on five teams if you wish,” said Rotary Vegreville President Daphne Miller, “the consolation draw for the first team eliminated is 10 bottles, and then the final team of 5 will split 100 bottles of wine between them.

The evening’s short program was kick-started with President Daphne Miller introducing some of Rotary’s mission both worldwide and locally, the fundraiser, the program speakers, and the people who provided wine for the evening.

Carrie Boon from the Christopher Stuart Company drove down from St. Albert to present some wine, and the Vegreville Liquor Den provided different wines for guests to taste.

Wine-and-cheese themed snacks were set up in a beautiful display by Jody and Allison.

A video presented by Rhonda Manz shared some details about Rotary’s mission to eradicate the Polio disease from the planet. The video shared

some details about the three remaining countries who must receive the vaccine and gave everyone a good taste of the cause that they would be supporting with the wine survivor fundraiser.

Another video explaining why Rotary is no longer considered an “old boys club” was presented, followed by member testimonies of why they joined Rotary and how their experience has shaped their life.

“The big ‘Aha!’ moment, for me, was when we went to see students in Belize, who we sponsor,” said Ann Waters. “There, they are only funded for up to a grade-eight education, and after that, it takes $500 U.S. dollars for students to continue, which is what we help them with. When I went with (another Rotary Vegreville member), the first members in our club to go, to Belize to see them graduate, and one that I am aware of, is going to be a doctor. It really sunk in for me that without our contribution, that wouldn’t have been possible.”

Patti Johnson, Rotary Club of Vegreville’s membership chair, shared her daughter’s experience with Rotary Youth leading to her own membership in “the adult version.”

Incoming president of Vegreville’s Rotary Club Ashley Browning, who begins her term at the begin-

Musicians Jazz-Up Residents’ lives

The band, ‘RGB Jazz Trio- (Left-to-right) Greg on keyboard, Barry on drums, and Reid on bass guitar. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Jazz’s music has such an upbeat sound to it, listening to it cannot help but welcome in spring and bring joy to people’s lives. The band, ‘RGB Jazz Trio’ carried this feeling when they performed for the first time at Heritage House on March 30.

The band’s name is from the initial of the first name of each of the musicians. Reid is from Innisfree and he performs on the bass guitar, Greg is from Vermillion and he plays the keyboard, and Barry is from Mannville and he performs on the drums.

They have been performing professionally for many years but they called their dance band by different names. This group, RGB Jazz Trio has performed together for around three years. They are not strangers to Vegreville as they performed before at the Beer Gardens at Vegreville Agricultural Fair when their band was called, ‘Wild at Heart’.

At their March 30’s show, they performed popular jazz melodies from the 1940’s and 50’s where many were up-tempo tunes which held a fever-pitch to them. Other tunes enveloped warmth throughout the home when they added a few cocktail pieces which sustained a relaxed feel.

After their finale, a resident-Andrew Philip said he liked the music very much because he really enjoys listening to jazz music. Also, he felt the musicians were very talented.

A few other people commented that the music was lovely and pleasant to listen to.

After the performances, everyone was treated to refreshments, juice, tea, and coffee.

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Eating for a Healthy Life Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Eating healthy helps people have a full and happy life!

Registered Dietitian, Trista Tesolin presented strategies on how to eat healthy at the session, ‘Nutrition- I Know I Should Eat Healthily but How?’ by Alberta Health Services at Vegreville Community Health Centre on March 21.

Tesolin began by saying calories are fuel or energy for your body, we get calories from the food we eat and eating extra calories might lead to weight gain. If a person wants to lose weight, they should reduce their calorie intake. Ways to reduce calories are to avoid drinks with calories, limit high-fat foods and added fat, limit eating out to zero to two times a week, limit sweets to zero to two times a week, and record what you eat and drink.

Eating healthy is based on the four P’s which are plan, purchase, prepare and pack.

Tesolin stated firstly it’s important to plan what you are going to eat because this will ease stress, save you time, save you calories and money. Look through a cookbook or on the internet and write a list of the recipes you like and stick this on the fridge. Do most of the planning during the day or when you are free, keep ingredients at home to make quick and easy meals and snacks, and plan for one or two days at a time. It’s especially essential to plan what you are going to eat on your busiest days.

The tips Tesolin gave for purchasing were the food and drinks you buy, you will eat and drink. Buy food and drinks based on your goals, avoid running out of healthy options by shopping with a list and go shopping more often. It was also mentioned to avoid going grocery shopping when you are hungry, skip the snack food and candy aisles if they are too tempting, schedule a time to grocery shop, shop with your

goals in mind, and buy foods that work with your lifestyle-pre-washed, cut-up vegetables and fruits, pre-cooked and sliced chicken, or healthier premade meals. Also, read the food’s labels and choose foods with less fat, sodium, saturated and trans- fat, and added sugar. Look at the nutritional facts, if it states 5% or less this is a little, and 15% or more is a lot of your daily value.

Preparing foods was discussed next where Tesolin said preparing doesn’t mean all foods need to be cooked or prepared from scratch. Prepare tomorrow’s meals today, use leftovers or plan extras for the next meal, get others involved with washing, chopping, peeling, and to do other types of work. It was also mentioned to use crock pots and rice cookers, find recipes and adapt them to be healthier, and make foods with less fat and sugar (replace with a healthier food).

For packing, make sure you have ice packs and the tools to keep cold food, cool and warm food, warm. Also use lids, insulated lunch containers, and stock cupboards with supplies such as drink containers, plastic baggies, cutting boards, knives, spoons, and forks. Pack lunches the next day right after supper or ahead of time and pack lots of water.

The pamphlet for the new Canada’s Food Guide recommends having plenty of vegetables and fruits

Registered Dietitian for Alberta Healthy Living Program at Vegreville Community Health Centre, Trista Tesolin.

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in your diet, eat protein foods, make water your drink of choice, and choose whole grain foods.

They also stated to be mindful of your eating habits, cook more often, enjoy your food, eat meals with others, use food labels, limit foods high in sodium, sugars, or saturated fat, and be aware of food marketing and to see the Food Guide go to Canada.ca/FoodGuide.

Spring Fever at PLC

Emerson Ste. Marie displays the spring picture he painted. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Olivia Foran holds up the spring picture she painted. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Vegreville and Area Parent Link Centre helped children to celebrate spring when they offered a Spring Fever’s theme for their drop-in morning on March 29.

This program featured ice-melting painting, a craft where they painted a picture where all the colors and drawings represented spring and as with every drop-in program, a snack was available.

Afterward, children engaged in free play on all the equipment that was set out and the parents and children socialized together.

When I said I was impressed with their artwork, Emerson Ste. Marie and Olivia Foran both admitted that they really enjoyed creating the spring picture.

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New Kiew Potato Pancakes draws; the first for a take-home of $50 and the second for a take-home of $330.

Anyone who made a contribution of $200 or over was gifted a framed iconography print.

About the many volunteers who worked non-stop to make the event happen, Cymbaliuk said, “Everyone has been working very hard. If you go downstairs, you will see the men frying up potato pancakes while the ladies do all the rest.”

Emily Mailhot Reporter – Vegreville News Advertiser New Kiew hall northeast of Vegreville was overflowing with hungry guests, and the smell of garlic, as they gathered for another bi-annual potato pancake supper.

After paying at the door, guests could fill up their plates with a full meal of chicken, salads, potato pancakes with all the fixings, and dessert. The lineup for food was so long that it wove through tables, and some guests even needed to be seated in the basement area.

All in all, Irene Cymbaliuk, member of the New Kiew Ukrainian Catholic parish as well as theUkrainian Catholic Women’s League of Canada (UCWLC) in New Kiew, said the good turnout signalled more than just a happy, full crowd after a

good meal.

“We hold these twice a year, and it’s a fundraiser for the church, to do renovations. Right now, we are saving money for new windows, as they’re 100 years old already, and windows for a church are very expensive.”

A bake sale of squares, perishke, fruit buns, pedahe, and other traditional baked goods was available, and helped to raise money for the UCWLC in New Kiew, as well as hall renovations to update the basement area and kitchen. All of the bake sale items were sold out within the first hour.

There was also some live-auction action for poppyseed cakes and pickled eggs, which guests enjoyed thoroughly, competing for a price as high as $65 for poppy seed cake. Also interspersed throughout the dinner, there were two 50/50

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Vegreville Garden Club AGM

Vegreville Garden Club Executive for 2019 from front row-VicePresident-Marion Coppock, Treasurer-Edna Rawluk and in the back row are Secretary, Dianna Bibkewich, President, Diane Ashton.

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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent The Vegreville Garden Club is a group of active people who get together at meetings to learn about gardening and share their love of gardening, and the experiences they gained from gardening.

As well, this group tries to help each other by sharing some gardening’s items and offering many gardening’s tips they discovered. They have a seed exchange and one member photocopied sheets which had information on 15 best uses for baking soda in the garden, and gave bags of baking soda to members.

Vegreville Garden Club Annual General Meeting was held at the Senior Citizen Sunshine Club of Vegreville on March 24.

The President, Diane Ashton chaired the meeting. The Executive for 2019 will be President, Diane Ashton, Vice-President, Marion Coppock, Secretary, Dianna Bibkewich, and Treasurer, Edna Rawluk.

At this meeting, they were pleased to acknowledge their long-standing members and welcome some new faces who wanted to be members.

This club also has members who volunteer on the Standing Committees. These committees include phoning, publicity, lunch, sunshine which is a person who visits, gives cards for members or family’s members of people in the club who are ill in the hospital or have someone who passed away. Other committees are historical and the special events committee is operated by the Vice-President. They also have Coordinators for Special Events, and a Liaison to represent the club at other groups and organizations.

Ashton then presented her President’s Annual Report where she said the club had a great year in 2018.

They had guest speakers who gave presentations about planting garlic, container gardening, growing micro greens, and eating mushrooms for health.

They also held a Plant Sale, Hot Dog Sale, Pot Lucks, Horticulture Show, and they even had a singer entertain them at the Christmas’s celebration and Pot Luck.

They spoke about the Community Gardens in Vegreville which gives people a chance to have a garden plot. Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) operate this project and these plots are located on the east side of Homestead Senior Citizen’s Lodge. People just have to weed and maintain their own garden plot but they cannot spray pesticides on it as these gardens are kept chemical free.

It was discussed that Vegreville Garden Club wants to gain new members. People can join for a fee of $10 a year where part of this amount is used to pay for the membership they have with the Alberta Horticulture Association. A motion was passed that non-members can attend the guest speakers’ presentation for a donation of their choice. All were in favor of this motion and it was carried.

Later, Ashton asked each person in attendance for suggestions and ideas on what they would like to see with the club. Members and people who were considering being members offered gardening’s tips too.

From the collective wisdom of the group, the information, they gathered were gardening is like a big experiment that is based on trial and error, it might be interesting and a growing’s experience to visit members’ gardens, it’s good to get ideas from people in the growing’s area, they should have discussions about canning and preserving in the fall, and there were other ideas they brought forth.

‘Ice Age was Melting’ at PLC Children participate in the ice painting project.

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Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Parent Link Centre (PLC) March 27’s Drop-In Theme program-‘Ice Age Is Melting’ matched kids’ discovery of the weather outside as spring entered their world of understanding.

This program featured ice painting and an animal dig activity where kids could dig frozen dinosaurs out of a bin. There were also theme-crafts and activities.

Community Programmer for PLC, Litania Holyk said this program helps children gain many developmental skills of creativity, fine motor skills, as well as to develop their imagination.

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Do It Yourself Self-Care involved many hands-on selfcare’s projects and activities children could make and take home at Vegreville Centennial Library on March 24.

Mental Health Capacity Building (MHCB) partnered with Vegreville Centennial Library for this program which started with MHCB Wellness Coach, McKenna Makowecki telling the kids how when they have a bad day, they need to use self-care to feel happier. This could involve anything they enjoy doing.

Library Programmer, Calina Sokalski also helped the children with all their projects and activities.

MHCB Wellness Coach, McKenna Makowecki shows The children created bath bombs the children how to make bath bombs. (Rosanne and shower melts. They also learned Fortier/photo) how to mindfully stretch by participating in kids’ yoga which was Rosanne Fortier meant to be fun and relaxing; one type News Correspondent was even called the giggle bug. Also, the When people are under stress, they children decorated their own mugs have to use self-care and take care of which they could later take home, and themselves before they can be there for did coloring projects, as well as, they anyone else. This was one of the conwere even able to take home pages cepts 15 children from the age of eight to which had all the fun yoga stretches they 13 learned at the DIY program which learned. stands for ‘Do It Yourself’ Self Care and

Gymboree Whirls with Active Fun

Children listen to a story which was read by Calina Sokalski. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent In early spring, playgrounds are wet and mucky. But the March 27’s Gymboree’s program was an indoor childhood paradise as it was packed with approximately 40 children who were engaged in physical activities and games too numerous to name at Vegreville Centennial Library’s gymnasium.

Parent Link Centre (PLC) partnered with Vegreville Centennial Library to host this program.

Many children attended this program which began with free play where children could choose to play with any of the many play equipments that were placed around the whole gym. There was even a bouncy castle.

After this, Library Programmer,

Calina Sokalski read several stories about movement and physical activities.

Children could help themselves to a healthy snack and water next.

Then there were some fun, interactive, group games which included, ‘What Time is it, Mr. Wolf’, ‘Red Light, Green Light’, ‘Duck, Duck, Goose’, and more.

Support Coordinator for PLC, Tasha Homeniuk said all these activities matched the early childhood development domain the program focused on which was ‘Physical Health and Well Being’. As well, the children gained some social skills when they participated in the turn taking games and learned about rules, and following instructions. Then since it was spring break, younger children had a chance to bring their older siblings to participate in this program.

Children listen and learn how to do self-care’s projects and activities.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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Spring Break Sleepover in Library Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent Libraries are interesting places to visit and even to sleep over at if a person is given the chance to do this.

Veg reville Centennial Library hosted a Girls’ Sleepover in the Library on March 30 and 31.

There were 12 girls from the ages of 10 to 13 who participated in this sleepover which featured crafts, games, a movie, food, and a chance to sleep over in front of the fireplace in the library. It was expressed that the girls especially enjoy playing games such as hide-and-seek in the dark during this sleep-over.

In photo are 11 of the girls who participated in the ‘Sleepover in the Library.’

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Town of Vegreville Launches New Website Rachel Farr Communications Coordinator – Town of Vegreville

The Town of Vegreville understood the need to update their website and started the new development in early 2018. Communications coordinator Rachel Farr stated “The new website needed to be more modern in appearance and we needed to improve functionality and usability. “ Key features we knew we needed were:

- That the website is highly interactive, clean and easy to navigate.

We want to enhance the visitor experience and communication with - visitors, residents, and businesses.

The information to be more up to date and accurate for visitors.

- The Town of Vegreville hired award-winning digital media agency, Box Clever. With over 600 websites online and over 2 million page views per month, Box Clever has the know-how and experience to create visually stunning and easy to use websites.

New features added in the new site were: Emergency Notification System: This system is crucial in communicat- ing critical information to residents and visitors. We implemented 2 different notifications, one for emergency situations and one for more general announcements that aren’t critical, giving us the flexibility depending on the type of announcement or alert.

- New Business directory module: The listings are directly linked to the Town of Vegreville Business licenses database. The listings are also directly linked to google maps with categories such as attractions, facilities, retail, etc.

- Job posting module: Enables the Town to publish job postings to the website in an easy to update, standardized format. Job listings allow applicants an easy search capability and to apply online.

- Lot Maps module: This module allows us to manage our lots for sale, the status and individual information, progressive stages of developments and interactive maps population.

- Projects/Programs Module: built to showcase our programs and projects. Examples would be major road construction, with timelines and details easy for the user to access.

- Tax/building permit calculator: Site visitors can now access information that they were looking for with this great interactive tool.

- Polls Module: Online polls allow that town to incorporate an interactive component to the website.