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January 21, 2013
News Advertiser Page 17
Legislative update from Fenske’s office
LUTIC, Byron October 19, 1969 – Jan. 24, 2012 In Memory of a Loving Husband and Dad The moment that you died Our hearts were torn in two One side filled with heartache the other died with you. We often lie awake at night When the world is fast asleep And take a walk down memory lane With tears upon our cheeks. We treasure every moment that God Gave us with you, We hoped it would have been longer but that wasn’t true. Remembering you is easy We do it everyday but missing you is a heartache that never goes away. We pray that God will give us strength to help us get through Then what joy will fill our hearts when again we meet with you. Love: Joleen, Andrew & Nicholas
SHUPENIA, Walter R. Jan. 23, 1933 - Jan. 13, 2013 With heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of Walter Shupenia on Sunday, January 13, 2013. Walter is survived by his loving wife Stella; sisters Hazel Mazur and Vera (Henry) Matviw; loving uncle to his nieces and nephews; inlaws, cousins and friends. Walter was predeceased by his parents Alex and Pearl Shupenia. A Parastas Memorial Service was held on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Howard and McBride Chapel of Chimes (10179-108 Street) in Edmonton, Alberta with Reverend Father Greg Faryna officiating. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made to the “Heart and Stroke Foundation of Alberta” or to the “Alberta Cancer Foundation.” Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,Vegreville,780-603-5800.
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ROMANIUK, NELLIE (Rachelia) (nee Wengreniuk) June 16, 1932 – January 10, 2013 On Thursday, January 10, 2013, Nellie Romaniuk of Hairy Hill, Alberta peacefully passed away at the age of 80 years with her loving family at her side after a courageous battle with cancer. Nellie is survived by her loving family, her husband of 60 years, Peter; six daughters and one son, Marlene (Paul) Diachyshyn, Caroline Romaniuk, Catherine (Kevin) Fundytus, Pat (Audrey) Romaniuk, Patricia (Stephen) Pawluk, Beverly (Randy) Slusarchuk and Anna (Bryant) Stefanetz; fourteen grandchildren Cynthia (Keith) Chizen, Michael, Leanne and Paul W. Diachyshyn, Pearce and Brooke Romaniuk, Rachelia, Johnathan and Stephen Pawluk, Alicia, Stephen and Olivia Slusarchuk, Brittany and Evan Stefanetz; two great grandchildren Amber and Jeffrey Chizen; one sister Annie Kozniuk; two sisters in law Marian Wengreniuk and Jean Romaniuk; along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Nellie was predeceased by her parents Nickolai and Elena Wengreniuk; four brothers Bill, Peter, Mike and George Wengreniuk; two sisters Mary Malarski and Rosie Wengreniuk. A Prayer Service was held on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. at the Willingdon Recreation Centre. A Funeral Service was held on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at the Holy Ascension Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Pruth (Rng Rd 152 and Twp Rd 552). Reverend Father Benny Ambrosie officiated and the interment followed in the Church Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the “Holy Ascension Ukrainian Orthodox Church – Pruth.” Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,Vegreville,780-603-5800. “MEMORY ETERNAL”
SVEKLA, Metro G. On January 15, 2013 Mr. Metro G. Svekla of Hairy Hill passed away at the age of 86 years. Metro is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Elsie; four daughters and one son, Barb (Ray) Wolanuk, George M. (Karen) Svekla, Phyllis (Duane) Kozak, Joyce (Gordie) Jean, and Doris (Ted) Leliuk; eleven grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; and two sisters, Anita and Amy. Predeceased by his parents, George W. and Domnica; siblings, Sadie, Nicholas, Lena, and Rose; also seven infant siblings. Funeral service Saturday, January 19, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary’s Romanian Orthodox Church, Boian. Very Reverend Mircea Panciuk officiating with interment in Romanian Holy Cross Church, Maline. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to Romanian Holy Cross Church, Maline To send condolences, visit www. parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME
Jacquie Fenske Fort Saskatchewan – Vegreville MLA New property rights advocate named The new Property Rights Advocate is sure to be beneficial to all landowners throughout our constituency as well as across Alberta. Lee Cutforth has been appointed Alberta’s first Property Rights Advocate, based in Lethbridge. Mr. Cutforth’s wealth of legal experience gives him a keen appreciation of the dynamics between private property rights and government processes. His office will assist Albertans by providing them with impartial and independent information about property rights to help people find the appropriate resolution mechanisms when disputes arise. Mr. Cutforth’s experience as a legal writer and educator will help him provide Albertans with the support that they need to protect their property and their rights. Visit tiny. cc/slm2qw to learn more about the Property Rights Advocate. Moving forward on the topic of land rights and energy development, consultations on the rules and regulations of Bill 2, The Responsible Energy Development Act, began in January. Talking with Albertans and hearing your input is by far the most important part of creating legislation that benefits everyone, because your input is essential to complete the framework that Bill 2 provides. I strongly encourage everyone to participate in any way you can, and have your voice heard in these consultations. I’m looking forward to a fantastic 2013 and to all of the great things that we are going to do together. We have many events planned for our constituency this year, such as Chipman’s Centennial Celebration, and I know that each of our communities will play host to many exciting events as well. Thank you for your continued support, and as always, don’t hesitate to contact me at any of my offices. Redford Government delivers on issues that matter to Albertans The Alberta Legislature passed 10 pieces of legislation, focused on improving accountability, openness and transparency across government, ensuring our natural resources are managed in an even more responsible and efficient manner, protecting new home buyers, and improving Alberta’s world-class education system. Premier Redford and the government caucus remained focused on the issues that matter to Albertans. The next sitting of the legislature will continue to fulfill Premier Redford’s promise to Alberta and will build on this year’s extensive conversations with Albertans on health, social policy and finances. The following bills passed through the Legislative Assembly and received Royal Assent on Dec. 11, 2012: Workers’ Compensation Amendment Act; Responsible
Energy Development Act; Education Act; Public Interest Disclosure(Whistleblower Protection) Act; New Home Buyer Protection Act; Protection and Compliance Statutes Amendment Act; Electric Utilities Act; Corporate Tax Amendment Act; Employment Pension Plans Act; and the Election Accountability Act Premier begins new conversation with First Nations The Alberta government knows that strong, resilient Aboriginal communities are essential to the continued success and prosperity of our province. The investments we make in these communities today will benefit all Albertans in the years to come, and one of our priorities is working with First Nation leaders to enhance economic participation and improve educational achievements for First Nations people. In support of this goal, the Robin Campbell, Honorable Minister of Aboriginal Relations, hosted the First Nations Economic Opportunities and Education Initiatives Forum on Dec. 1011 at Government House in Edmonton. The event was a unique opportunity for Premier Redford and cabinet members to sit down with First Nation leaders from across the province for a government-to-government conversation on enhancing opportunities for First Nations people to contribute to and benefit from Alberta’s economy. Throughout the two days, elders, chiefs, and the Grand Chiefs of Treaties 6, 7, and 8 met with ministers to discuss topics concerning First Nations, including economic development and education. The meetings focused on what is working in First Nation communities and areas for potential collaboration between First Nations and the province. These discussions are another important step towards closing the socio-economic gap between First Nations people and other
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Albertans, and ensuring First Nations communities can reach their full potential. World-class health clinic opens doors in Edmonton People living in northern Alberta will have improved patient care and access to specialized services and technologies with the opening of a new cutting-edge outpatient clinic. The new Kaye Edmonton Clinic combines a wide range of services, health professionals, medical students and researchers under one roof. The clinic is named after Edmonton philanthropist, Donald Kaye, who is donating $30 million to the University Hospital Foundation in support of this innovative facility. This is the largest one time donation to health care in Alberta’s history. The $484-million Kaye Edmonton Clinic includes a range of outpatient services from orthopedic and day surgery clinics to family medicine and seniors clinics. It’s also the future home to the Northern Alberta Urology Centre, the C.J. Woods Prostate Health Clinic, Northern Alberta Renal Program and Transplants Clinics and Adult Mental Health Clinics. Together, the total cost of the Kaye Edmonton Clinic and the Edmonton Clinic Health Academy is $909 million. It’s expected that more than 400,000 patients will come through the facility in its first year. This includes visits to the School of Dentistry and the Glen Sather Sports Medicine Clinic. When fully operational, nearly one million patients a year will benefit from the Kaye Edmonton Clinic’s integrated network of care. Rural Albertans will also be able to stay in their communities to receive diagnosis and treatment through the use of telehealth technologies. Many clinics will also use an advanced electronic medical record system to allow clinicians to better coordinate care and share important patient information. The Kaye Edmonton Clinic is
a partnership between the Alberta Government, Alberta Health Services, the University of Alberta, and the University Hospital Foundation. FireSmart program reduces wildfire risks in communities Albertans living in 16 forested communities will see increased protection delivered through nearly $500,000 in funding under the FireSmart Community Grant Program. This summer, Zama City benefitted from FireSmart projects completed over the past five years, when a wildfire threatened the community. The nearby wildfire, ignited by lighting, burned out of control for nearly two weeks and consumed approximately 134,000 hectares of forest before being contained nearly two weeks later. At its height, the wildfire also triggered an evacuation of approximately 300 people living in the area. Fortunately, the wildfire did not reach Zama City itself and provincial government firefighters and local officials say community protection was enhanced by FireSmart projects completed since 2007. Alberta’s 2012 wildfire season saw 1,555 fires burn over 377,000 hectares – more than five times the size of Calgary and approximately 400 more wildfires than were recorded in 2011. The FireSmart program aims to reduce the risk of wildfire losses by promoting activities such as planning and development controls, tree thinning, public education, training and emergency management. The program provides funding to municipalities, municipal districts and counties, Métis Settlements and registered nonprofit societies within Alberta’s Forest Protection Area for projects that reduce the risk of wildfire to their communities. A Homeowners FireSmart Manual is available at srd. alberta.ca/Wildfire/FireSmart, along with other tips and techniques to FireSmart your community. To report a wildfire, call 310-FIRE (3473).
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