Vegreville News Advertiser - March 10, 2014

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MONDAY, MARCH 10, 2014

Communities Choosewell 3rd Iron Chef Challenge Lisa Topilko Volunteer Vegreville Coordinator The Alberta Recreation and Parks Association spearheads the Communities Choosewell initiative, encouraging Albertans to “Eat right and be active.” One of the challenges they put forward in 2013 was the 3rd Annual Iron Chef Challenge held on a Saturday in November in the NAIT kitchens in Edmonton. Jodi Chadney, Vegreville FCSS programmer, and her daughter Cyena competed against two other teams. Each team consisted of an adult and a youth, and each team had 1.5 hours to prepare two items. The two required ingredients were ground bison and beets. Jodi and Cyena submitted their recipes prior to the challenge: Hearty Bison Soup and Beet Muffins.

Jodi states that she and Cyena always cook with simple, fresh ingredients, avoiding processed foods wherever possible. They exhibited great teamwork, and

faced the challenge of Choosewell interviews before, during, and after the event.

Having video cameras and probing questions in your face while you’re cooking is a new concept for the two of them!

Three professional chefs did the judging, and all three said they would pay money for the Hearty Bison Soup; it was THAT good!!

The Edmonton team were the winners in this challenge, but Jodi and Cyena represented our area very well and came home with some good prizes, too! And Vegreville FCSS qualified for a Healthy Initiatives grant. Jodi and her committee will be putting their heads together so look for details soon!

The next ARPA challenge involves those who work with youth aged 13-19 years. http://arpaonline.ca/news/

joy-in-nature-win-a-trip-tojasper-national-park/ is where you’d find out about how groups of young people can win a trip to Jasper together.

CALS doing great work with youngsters See page 8 for story

Sigmund Brouwer hoists literacy to novel heights See page 10 for story

Vegreville’s harvest of pink for Pink Shirt Day See page 22 for story

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Mary Harasewich donates lifetime of work to Centennial Library Lisa Topilko Volunteer Vegreville coordi-

nator Throughout the 70s and

80s, Mary Harasewich wrote a weekly column for

the Two Hills Times called “Farm Wife Files�. Recipes, stories, jokes, memories, and

anecdotes were faithfully written, compiled, published, and now have been

put into one publication.

Mary was recently encouraged to publish her columns in a book, and with the help of Vegreville News Advertiser, she has done just that. A copy of her book has been generously donated to the Vegreville Centennial Library (VCL) and one to the Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) Department as well.

Pictured here (on the right) is the proud author, Mary Harasewich, and VCL representative, Kathy Osinchuk, accepting a copy.

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Self-employed? It could be taxing If 2013 was the year you decided to start your own business, you are not alone.

Statistics Canada estimated there were a little fewer than 2.7 million self-employed Canadians in 2012.

With more Canadians becoming their own boss, there are a number of tax implications that need to be considered. You have probably already realized that your T4 is not coming in the mail, and you need to sort through your invoices and receipts.

Working from home means an easy commute in the morning and, since it is your principal place of business, you may be able to claim some of your home expenses. Depending on the amount of space you use for business and/or client meetings, you can claim a prorated portion of your utility payments, property taxes, mortgage interest and maintenance costs. It is important to remember, only mortgage interest is deductible – not your mortgage principal.

While office supplies like paper and staples are fully deductible, bigger items such as computers and office furniture must be depreciated over a

number of years according to the Capital Cost Allowance (CCA) rules. Remember, you can only deduct half the annual rate in the first year. So if you purchased furniture (for which the rate is 20 per cent) for $1,000, you would only be able to deduct $100 against your business income in the first year. In the second year, you can deduct 20 per cent of the balance remaining, or $180 (calculated as $900 x 20 per cent).

Entrepreneurs who need a car are allowed to claim the portion of the expenses that relate to the business. This includes gas, maintenance, auto club membership, license fees and insurance. It is important to document vehicle use for both personal and business travel, so invest in a log book or record system to keep track. The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) may deny your claim or reduce it if you cannot document your business travel.

The CRA recently announced it will accept a logbook for a sample three-month period as evidence of a full year’s usage of a vehicle. However, there are strings attached. In particular, you must have previously main-

tained a logbook for a full 12month period that was typical for your business. As well, the distances travelled and the business-use of the vehicle for the three-month sample period must be within 10 percentage points of the corresponding figures for the same threemonth period in the base year.

Lastly, the annual business use of the vehicle does not go up or down by more than 10 percentage points in comparison to the base year.

A Porsche or Hummer may be the right vehicle for your business image. However, there are limitations on how much you can claim for luxury vehicles.

The ceiling on CCA claims for 2013 is $30,000 plus GST and PST. And if you want to lease, the ceiling is $800 per month plus GST and PST. Insurance and health benefits are another concern for selfemployed people. If you opt to pay for a private health service plan, you may be able to deduct the premiums as a business expense. To qualify, either your self-employment income must be 50 per cent of your total income or your income from other sources must be $10,000 or less.

Self-employed people do have a little bit longer to file a tax return – until June 16, 2014, since June 15 falls on a Sunday.

However, if you owe the government money and file after

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April 30, they start adding interest after the due date. So, it may be worthwhile to sort through your receipts and get your tax obligations figured out to avoid the interest charges.

A tax professional at H&R Block can talk about other credits and deductions that may affect you.

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Make charitable contributions carefully Carla Hindman, Director of Financial Education Visa Canada Getting the most bang for your buck is a badge of honour these days, whether you’re car shopping, choosing a university or just comparing loaves of bread. One area where you really don’t want to misspend your hard-earned dollars is charitable donations.

There is no shortage of non-profit organizations competing for contributions, but quality and effectiveness vary significantly, so you should do a little research before donating your time or money. Here are a few suggestions: Pick the right cause. Many people prefer to support organizations that champion issues close to their heart, whether it’s feeding the hungry, environmental protection or working to cure a disease. Also consider whether you want to target local organizations or prefer to have a more national or global impact.

Familiarize yourself with their operations. Study the organization’s website, annual report and mission statement. Speak to staff members or volunteers, or volunteer there yourself. Or, if you know someone who has used their services, ask for impressions of the organization’s efficiency and client helpfulness.

Do your homework. In these tough times, many non-profits are experiencing increased demand for their services in the face of declining contributions and government funding.

Avoid charities that spend heavily on salaries, advertising, fund-raising and other administrative expenses (sometimes misreported as “program development,” or other euphemisms).

Ideally, at least 75 percent of contributions should go directly to beneficiary programs.

You can read about different charities’ breakdown of funds either in their own annual reports, or by searching online. You can also try

the Better Business Bureau (www. bbb.org/canada), which rates whether organizations have met its standards of accountability, including ethical conduct and honest solicitation practices.

Be tax-smart. Although your kids’ baseball team may be a worthy cause, be aware that only contributions made to registered charitable organizations qualify for tax deductions. The Canada Revenue Agency maintains a searchable list of Canadian charities called the Charities Listings (www. cra-arc.gc.ca/charitylists/) , which can be used to confirm whether a charity is eligible to issue official donation receipts. You can also find information on registered charities’ financial information and activities.

Make your money go further. Many companies offer donation matching for their employees.

Investigate whether your employer offers such a program; it’s a great way to make your dollars go even further.

Be on fraud alert. Unfortunately, some unscrupulous people and organizations will take advantage of your desire to help others – if you let them.

A few tips: Be suspicious of telemarketing and email solicitations. When in doubt, hang up and contact the organization yourself.

Be aware that scammers often choose names that are similar to those of legitimate organizations.

Never give out personal or credit card information unless you initiate the contact.

More people than ever need our charitable assistance. Just be sure you’re contributing to organizations that can do the most good.

Carla Hindman directs the Practical Money Skills program for Visa Canada. More budgeting and personal finance tips can be found at www.practicalmoneyskills.ca. As always, consult a financial professional regarding your particular situation.

Noah Hodge Occupation: Grade 6 student Likes: swimming, camping Dislikes: salads, grumpy people, doing chores

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Vegreville Lions Club donates to the 35th annual Wendy Brook Festival

(Left to right) Leola Nawrot, Lions Secretary, Frances Sawiak, Lions Treasury presents a cheque of $800 with $300 for a bursary and $500 which will go towards two awards and administration for the 35th annual Wendy Brook Festival to Caroline Knowles, President of Wendy Brook Festival, who states that they are very grateful to receive these funds and she adds that they have 415 entries for their festival which is starting on March 17. There has been a major increase to 77 Ukrainian entries this year. John Sawiak, Lions President and Dwayne Hlady, Lions member were also present for this photo, presentation and the Lions meeting. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Greenhouse producers seek light during darkest days Farm Credit Canada Submitted Now that Canada is in the midst of the shortest and coldest days of the year, light and heat management are top of mind for many producers who operate greenhouses.

Managing supplemental lighting to promote growth is not as simple as flipping a switch – it’s an art form.

From December to February, greenhouse producers require supplemental lighting every

day for about 18 hours. The 24-hour average temperature is the most important thing to monitor in winter production. If it’s too warm for the plant in relation to the light received, the plant burns more sugar than it produces.

“There is no advantage in providing more hours of light per day, as an excess of light might result in a loss of yields,” said Audrey Boulianne, Production Coordinator at Savoura, a Quebec company specializ-

ing in greenhouse tomatoes.

Increasing energy costs, changing weather patterns and greater consumer demand for local, fresh and organic produce mean more sophisticated and efficient growing solutions are needed to compete with countries with plentiful sunshine and lower farm labour costs. As agriculture and food preferences evolve, greenhouse operators must also adapt.

The future of supplemental lighting is centered on finding an alternative to highpressure sodium (HPS) lamps, which is the traditional artificial light in commercial greenhouses.

Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) have the potential to replace high-energy consuming systems, such as HPS lamps, and are already used in commercial greenhouses in some European countries, as well as experimentally in the United States and in Canada. This new technology may result in earlier flowering, faster root growth, more economical use of space and increased yields.

GE Lighting, in collaboration with the Government of Canada, McGill University and Savoura, conducted research involving the use of LED lighting technology in commercial greenhouses.

The research results validated LED technology’s significance on improved growing efficiencies and reduced operational costs.

According to GE Lighting, LED as a lighting applica-

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tion in commercial greenhouses is an exciting and emerging market for the technology, but one that requires additional incubation for full economic development. It will prove to be of great value to the agricultural community in the future.

Boulianne mentions that the combination of the two light sources showed the best results in terms of crops.

Opposite to HPS light, LED light doesn’t emit heat and can be installed vertically, along the plant.

“In Canada, we have to heat our installations during winter and ventilate in summer,” said Boulianne. “Greenhouse producers are high-energy consumers all year. A mix of the HPS and LED lights could benefit us over the long-term. Our choice will depend on the cost of installing this new lighting system in our operation. We’ll look

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at the option for sure when planning for our new sites. It will represent a major change in our production technique.”

If LED light is one day commercialized for greenhouses in Canada, we may see it used as a complement to HPS light and growth in this hybrid lighting system.

“Greenhouse growers are looking towards lighting and co-generation as the next steps to efficiency,” noted Amit Varma, Senior Relationship Manager at Farm Credit Canada (FCC) in Surrey, B.C. Varma said growers are willing to invest in technology that can take them to year-round production. For lenders, the risk analysis sometimes includes in-house research on whether new technology is proven to work in the field.

“The greenhouse owners, managers and operators are

quite innovative and entrepreneurial,” said Dave Orosz, an FCC Senior Relationship Manager, based in Essex, Ontario. “Lending to this sector is driven by the biggest issues of the day, whether that’s energy or lighting.”

When it comes to financing capital-intensive projects, Orosz said it comes down to basic principles, like in any other form of production.

“Are the right people in charge with the right history and equity to try something new? How much is the grower relying on that experimental technology to work? It’s all about risk management,” he said.

Meanwhile, LED technology is widely used to light up homes, streets and holiday lights, but Canadians will have to wait a bit longer to consume delicious produce grown using the same technology.

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Wheat Midge forecast for 2014 Agri-News The wheat midge forecast for 2014 indicates a general decrease for midge risk in southern Alberta and a large increase for midge risk in the eastern Peace Region.

Individual fields throughout southern and central Alberta are showing moderate to high midge pressure, but generally midge pressure is low in those regions. Throughout central and southern Alberta, individual fields could have high populations even if the forecast in the area is low.

Producers should pay attention to midge downgrading in their wheat samples and use this as a further indication of midge risk in their fields. Each producer needs to assess their risk based on indicators specific to their farm as individual fields throughout Alberta may still have economic levels of midge.

The 2013 fall survey included wheat growing areas throughout Alberta.

The survey was expanded to all wheat growing areas of Alberta in 2011, including the Peace Region. Due to midge pressure in the Peace Region, the intensity of the sampling was increased in that area.

In total, 330 samples were taken from 59 counties. The survey involved taking soil samples from wheat fields after harvest using a standard soil probe. Larval cocoons were washed out of the soil using a specialized series of screens. Larvae were counted, and then dissected to determine if they were parasitized. The midge density displayed on the forecast map is based on viable (live, non-parasitized) midge larvae.

“This forecast is not intended to take the place of individual field monitoring,” says Scott Meers, insect management specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development.

“The forecast for Alberta shows areas of risk for midge damage in 2014. It is important to note that over such a wide range, populations in individual fields can be, and often are, highly variable.

“Producers should plan to monitor their fields when the midge adults are flying and their wheat is in the susceptible stage. In all areas of the province, growers are urged to monitor their wheat fields from wheat head emergence to

anthesis (the susceptible stage) for the presence of midge adults. Regular field scouting on multiple nights in succession is important in understanding the population in a particular field.”

Although a number of factors influence the overwintering survival of the midge, the survey and map provide a general picture of existing densities and the potential for infestation in 2014.

“Weather conditions, specifically temperature and moisture will ultimately determine the extent and timing of midge emergence during the growing season,” adds Meers. “Temperature and wind also play critical roles in egg laying activities of the adult female wheat midge. The level of damage from wheat midge is determined by the synchrony of wheat midge emergence and wheat coupled with the number of wheat midge.”

“Parasitism of midge larvae by a small wasp species (Macroglens penetrans) has been important in keeping wheat midge populations below the economic threshold in many areas,” says Meers. “These beneficial wasps tend to thrive in warm, dry conditions.

Parasite populations increase and decrease with changes in the midge population and are very important in moderating population levels in Alberta.

“It is important to under-

stand that once midge has established in an area it unlikely to ever completely disappear. Low lying and moist areas in a field provide a refuge, enabling the population to survive even when conditions are not favorable in the rest of the field. These low population levels, however, also help sustain a population of natural enemies.”

The wheat midge survey was conducted by Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development with assistance from: Battle River Research Group, Chinook Appl ied Resea rch Association, Farming Smarter, Lakeland Applied Research Association, Mackenzie Applied Research Association, Northern Peace Applied Research Association, Smoky Applied Research and Demonstration Association, Mountain View County, Parkland County, County of Two Hills, MD Wainwright, MD of Smoky River, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada, Beaverlodge Staff, and the Pest Surveillance Branch of Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development.

Updates of current conditions and wheat midge emergence will be available through the Ag-Info Centre (310 FARM) during the 2014 growing season.

Converting Assets into Cash - Liquidity Agri-News Cash flow and the ability to convert assets into cash to meet operating demands, living costs and debt obligations in a timely manner is called liquidity. Liquidity is defined as having enough current assets on-hand to cover all of the current liabilities outstanding at a given point in time.

Liquidity is the second financial management measurement parameter, and this information is reported

on a net worth statement.

“Liquidity determines if a farm business would have enough to pay off all of its current liabilities if it cashed in all of its current assets,” says Rick Dehod, agricultural farm finance specialist with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development.

“Another factor that comes into play when determining liquidity is how easy it would be to convert current assets into cash. If the conversion could be quite

immediate, the farm is said to be in a liquid position.”

The amount of liquidity is important for the long-term survival of a business. Being in a liquid position allows a farm to operate as required and have cash available to pursue opportunities and growth. A farm may be profitable, but if it is unable to pay the bills in an orderly manner, the business won’t survive for long.

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CALS doing great work with youngsters Rosanne Fortier Reaching our youngsters today is so critical for their and our future. The mission of the Community Association for Lasting Success (CALS) is to make a difference in children’s lives by supporting fami-

lies and responding to their individual needs in building a foundation in learning that allows every child to reach his/her potential. CALS web page contains a quote by Dr. Bruce Perry which states that a child learns more in

Dee Palichuk, Early Intervention Coordinator for CALS is expressing how significant the first years of life for a child are and how CALS mission is to see that every child can reach their full potential.

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a day at preschool than an adult learns in a month at college. This objective was presented at CALS Annual General Meeting at Wilde & Company’s Boardroom on February 12.

Danielle Flaathen, Board Chair, welcomed everyone while board members and the staff introduced themselves. Following this, a film about brain power was presented which stressed that a child’s brain has more connections than the internet and every time you interact with a child you strengthen these. It is like a tree, the ones that are used are strengthened and the others are pruned.

But stressful or negative events or over-stimulation is not good to aid in this development.

The meeting continued with Dee Palichuk, Early Intervention Coordinator for CALS saying that their focus is on reaching children from birth to six years old but they do expand on beyond that because that is when the child’s brain is developing to its potential and capacity. “We want to provide the opportunities, experiences and teachings that will help develop that

brain.”

Karen Schmitke spoke next about the Head Start program. “The Head Start program works in partnership with the Vegreville Preschool Association to provide programming for children from three to five years old. These children enter and we work with parents to develop goals that are appropriate for that child. We bring in extra assistance from service providers such as language, physical therapy or a psychologist.

“We currently have 24 children in our programs and two of our parents have offered to speak about this,” Schmitke said.

One parent said, “It is a very great place for children to go. Our daughter was premature when she was born, we started her off in daycare and from there we sent her to preschool. Then she went into Head Start and there was a very big improvement in talking, she knows her ABCs. I find your program to be a wonderful service for children to go to. My kids have learned so much from it.”

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Sigmund Brouwer hoists literacy to novel heights Rosanne Fortier Literacy is a machine that is so powerful and necessary to accomplish anything with our technology today.

“Anyone can win their own Stanley Cup, or their dream

by continuing to read and write and making sure they have fun doing so. Great stories are like songs because they engage our feelings,” Sig mund Brouwer exclaimed during his Rock

and Roll Literacy presentation at Vegreville Composite High School on February 19 where with his robust, gleeful message and means of bringing it in time to his playful sense of humor, he led VCHS and A.L. Horton students to a rocking time where their faces were loaded with grins. The presentation was full of various types of music from

Brouwer’s iPhone which cemented the meaning of each message perfectly while he kept his presentation very interactive with the principal, teachers and students singing and dancing along with him.

Sigmund Brouwer was born in 1959 and is the renowned Canadian author of 40 books from all genres.

Brouwer alternates between (left to right) VCHS Principal, Jeff Hollinshead receives a playful hug from renowned author, Sigmund Brouwer who presented, Rock and Roll Literacy to students from VCHS and A.L. Horton at VCHS on February 19. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Red Deer and Nashville with his wife, Christian singer, Cindy Morgan who hails from Tennessee.

Brouwer noted that he found writing difficult and he barely passed his high school classes. It took him ten years to get his first book published. This shows that anyone can accomplish anything if they decide to.

“Whatever you choose to do as adults, you need to be good at reading and writing because you have to send out e-mails to get work, keep work. 50 per cent of anyone’s success is based on this concept.”

“Reading and writing is just a delivery system for something that’s better than music. Humans are wired

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Renowned author of 40 books, Sigmund Brouwer is speaking to these A.L. Horton and VCHS students at VCHS on literacy, which is a way to win your own Stanley Cup, or your dream in life whatever it may be. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo) Author, Sigmund Brouwer is keeping his presentation interactive by having the VCHS teachers, left to right, Tyler Van Berkel,Fraser Kerr and Principal, Jeff Hollinshead dancing and singing along with him to show how music is connected to literacy. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Author, Sigmund Brouwer presents a Story Diva t-shirt to Adeline Cholak, VCHS librarian who he says is the person to ask if you want a funny, horror or whatever type of book you seek. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

for stories, we get lost in stories.” Brouwer said. Then he gave a brief summary of his books about cockroaches and more which kept the audience laughing in volumes. “Every story has a problem next to the why, where, when, who and what. You get a chance to be powerful and mess with people’s brains when you write.”

Brouwer went on to say how significant reading for fun should be and he presented a special honor to VCHS librarian, Adeline Cholak who he said was the Story Diva because she is able to direct students to any book they seek.

Following this, Brouwer showed the difference between music that was edited and ones that weren’t edited while he said writing was the same. “Editing is very important and makes a difference when you write,” Brouwer informed the audience. “You also must make everything you write appropriate to the audience with the three Rs– right story at the right place and right time.”

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Snow angels at AL Horton school Grade four students from Mrs. Debbie Dyer’s class at A.L Horton School were scooting around Vegreville being Snow Angels on March 6. From the look of it, many hands made light work for the cool task at hand. Other classes from this school also pushed snow to help others do this work. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Mundare Air Cadets complete service project Lisa Topilko Volunteer Vegreville Leaders of the 341 Mundare Royal Canadian Air Cadets contacted Lisa Topilko, Volunteer Services Coordinator at FCSS, to find out how they could assist some non-profit organizations or charities on Sat. Jan. 25. Several organizations applied and Vegreville Care Centre (VCC) was chosen as the destination for 18 youth and their leaders. In their crisp uniforms and with their best manners and cheerful dispositions, these young people donated their time and talents to enrich the lives of the residents at VCC. These grateful seniors were very impressed with the respectful and helpful attitudes of the Cadets. The volunteer centre at FCSS donated some cookies and juice for the youth, as well as rolls of Life Saver candies. (Volunteers are life savers, you know!)

When asked to report about the experience, one Cadet wrote the following: On January 25, our squadron had the opportunity to volunteer with the Vegreville Care Centre. It was a really amazing experience! First we helped take down some Christmas decorations and organize two storage sheds. It took us less than an hour to do but it would have taken much longer for the staff to have the time. After that, we played Bingo with some of the residents. It was

great and made them super happy! Everyone involved got a lot out of the experience and really enjoyed it.

The Air Cadets meet Wednesdays from 6:30 to 9:30 at the National Hall in Mundare. It’s free to join if you are 12-18 years of age.

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Another parent added, “My son recently turned five so we went to Head Start to help him find ways to direct his energy better. He’s been learning so much about reading and writing from this program.

They do home visits and are so supportive. I found out what stage my child was at and what types of things we can work on together to help him with learning.

“I also did the Triple P program. This was an opportunity to learn different parenting techniques to deal with different issues and helping to teach your child how to handle stressful situations.

It brought me together

with other parents who had issues too. It was great overall.”

Palichuk made a presentation about all their programs then. These include Little Explorers which is in July and August and for children between three and five years old. They give priority to children involved with the HeadStart Program but are open to the community and run by summer students. “Our other community partners for this program are ParentLink Centre, FCSS, Vegreville Centennial Library, M.O.D.E.L Project and the Vegreville Preschool Association.

“Our Family Literacy Program focuses on families with children from

birth to six years who might be at risk for learning delays. We take referrals for this program and cover the entire community from Vegreville and area.

“Our Breakfast Club Program provides a midmorning nutritious snack to 650 children three times a week. We make these snacks at our Children’s Early Learning Centre and then they are transported to the elementary schools and the ParentLink Centre. It is run by donations and volunteers and fundraising, we do not get any government dollars for this.”

The meeting went on with the business section of it where the minutes for 2013 were approved.

Then a presentation was made for Flaathen, who has been with the CALS Board for three years and two years as Chair and was stepping down. She made a short speech while she accepted a gift that Sarah Marcaccio presented to her. “It’s been great to be part of the board as a chair for two years and working with Dee. I find the organization as a whole to be a real benefit to the community. Not only as a classroom setting but working with families.

Thank you for this gift and all the work you do. I want to thank the board also for all the work they put in, it really makes a difference.”

Converting Assets into Cash - Liquidity continued CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7

TRUCKS Like new 2008 PJ 20ft. Goose Neck Trailer. $6200. 780-922-5999 1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab. For parts. $650. 780-922-5999 2002 GMC 4x4 HD ¾ ton Service Truck 340k $3500 780-922-5999

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asset, cash can be obtained by borrowing against current assets,” says Dehod.

“This is often in the form of an operating loan, a cash advance or a line of credit.

A loan such as this provides the ability to carry

inventory to take advantage of marketing opportunities or purchase inputs at opportune times. Cash is king, and trade creditors and banks don’t accept inventory as payment.”

Liquidity ratios are designed to measure a farm’s ability to pay its obligations. The key measurements of liquidity are the current ratio and working capital (Current Ratio = Total Current Farm

Assets/Total Current Farm Liabilities).

Industry Benchmarks for Current Ratio are: Good >1.5; Caution 1.00 – 1.50; Not Good < 1.00.

“The current ratio gives an indication of a farm’s ability to meet its cash obligations that are coming due within the next year,” says Dehod. “A value below 1.00 could indicate a developing cash flow problem. Having a very high value may not be desirable either. It may indicate that levels are too high in assets tied up in conservative investments which have lower rates of return.

“The valuation problems are not as significant given the liquid nature of the assets. However, the time of the measure is important as the time of year may have an inf luence on inventory amounts and values. Knowing your business cycle and the variability of your revenue and expenses will increase your knowledge of what a good Current ratio for your farm is at different times of the year.”

This next measure that must be determined is working capital (Working Capital = Total Current Farm Assets - Total Current Farm Liabilities).

Working capital and current ratio have similar issues. A positive value is desirable, but too large a value may indicate too many “lazy” assets are being held. Depending on

enterprise of the business, and operation size, the cash flow of the business dictates the level of working capital required. A dairy with monthly cash flow doesn’t require a large amount of working capital due to monthly income where a Beef Cow Calf operation with basically one large pay day a year would require more working capital in order to cash flow its operations through its fiscal year.

“A good stress test for working capital is to divide your total expense by 12,” says Dehod. “If you working capital is greater than three months’ expenses, your farm has the ability to meet its operating requirements in an orderly manner. This ratio enables an assessment of adequacy of working capital relative to business expenses, and more importantly, a buffer for risk and opportunities.

Care should be taken in adjusting for large inventories and/or valuation issues.

Tracking working capital by doing a projected monthly cash f low and comparing it to actuals, is still recommend.”

Benchmarking working capital and your current ratio to your past financials is a good management practice. It will give you the information to make good decisions from your own experiences.

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News Advertiser Vegreville Regional Museum Located on the site of the internationally renowned solonetzic soils research station of Agriculture Canada (1956-1995), the Museum tells the stories of community life and development, chronicling how Vegreville’s unique social fabric has contributed to the harmony of community life since the 1890’s. The Rt. Hon. Donald F. Mazankowski, P.C. Collection: 25 years of distinguished public service of the former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada. Home of the Vegreville & District Sports Hall of Fame. Open Year Round. June-Aug Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 1-5. Sept-May phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www.vegreville.com (780)632-7650

The Vegreville Kinsmen Club meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month at Vegreville Golf Course.

Serving the communities greatest needs and making long lasting friendships is our goal. To join or for more information on our club contact Mike Webb 780-632-2666 Are you or someone you know living with a Brain Injury? We can help! The Alberta Brain Injury Initiative provides support, coordination and education for brain injury survivors and their families. For more information on our free services call 1-866-645-3900 Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta Fish and Game Association) Please check website VWF.ca Email vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com V.A.L.I.D. (Vegreville Association for Living in Dignity) provides a variety of programs and services to persons with disabilities. For more information and assistance please call 632-2418.

Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July & August. Meetings are held in EXECUTIVE MEETING ROOM (St. Joseph’s Hospital) at 7:00p.m. Call 780-632-6323 Tofield AA Meetings held Thursday at 8 p.m. Open meeting every 4th Thursday at 8 p.m. at Bardo Lutheran Church Bsmt 4737 - 57 Ave. For info call 662-3893

HISTORICAL VILLAGE & PIONEER MUSEUM AT SHANDRO - located on Hwy 857, midway between Hwy 45 and 28, north of Willingdon. A proud partner of the Kalyna Country Ecomuseum, this open air museum features fourteen major buildings and artifacts from 1900 - 1930. Hours of Operation: Canada Day weekend to Labour Day Weekend, Thurs - Monday from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Closed Tuesday & Wednesday. For more information 780-603-1198. Admission

by Donation.

Veg-Al Drug Society an Alberta Health Services,community funded agency - Room #217 Provincial Bldg., Vegreville, AB. Out patient counselling services for alcohol & other drug addictions and problem gambling. Office Hrs. - Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Phone 632-6617.

Vegreville Community Daycare is a licensed facility for children ages 13 months to school age. Open from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm, Mon-Fri. The Daycare has been in operation since 1990 & is run as a not-for-profit organization. To register, or for more information contact Carol Metz at the Daycare at 603-4417 Vegreville Peace Park Bookings – Please call John Sawiak 780-6323208 The Vegreville Food Bank is located in the Vegreville Pentecostal Church at 4615 - Maple Street and is open Tuesday mornings 10 am - 12 pm July & August only & Tuesday and Friday mornings from 10 am - 12 pm September to June. Phone 632-6002

AWANA - a Christian club for boys and girls age 3 to grade 6. Meets Thursdays from 6:30 - 8 p.m. Now meeting in the Alliance Church’s new building at 4606-55 Ave.Call 6322261 for more information.

The Crisis Association of Vegreville operates a HELPLINE for those who are having difficulties in their lives and need assistance. It is a toll-free, confidential service available to those in the 632-exchange. Phone 6327070.

Interested in joining Ukrainain singing group. 1 day a week, Starting February 2008 PH: 632-4691 after 6:00pm

UCWLC Meetings to be held every third Thursday of each month at Holy Trinity Church Hall at 7 p.m. in Vegreville.

Vegreville Ambassador Program Visiting? Considering a move here?

New in Town? For anyone who wants information on the community - events, services, facilities -- we’ve got the solution! Vegreville’s “Ambassadors” are trained volunteers eager to show you their Town.

To book a complimentary tour, customized to suit your needs, please call 632-2771.

The Kinette Club of Vegreville meets every 3nd Wednesday of the month. Joining the Kinette Club is a great way to meet new friends and to get in the community. For more information, please call 632-2848.

Viking AA Group meets at the Viking Hospital Multi Purpose Room 8:00 p.m. Wednesday nights.

VegMin Learning Society welcomes learners who are interested in increasing their skill levels (reading, writing, math and speaking English).

Learners work towards’ their personal goals in a small class or 1:1 setting.

Do you have a few hours a week to help someone reach their learning goal? Volunteer Tutor Training and ongoing support are provided along with a great volunteer recognition program.

Visit www.vegmin.com or call 780632-7920 for more information.

Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club every Monday & Thursday. 55+ Vegreville Flying Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Terminal Building.

OIL WIVES CLUB OF VEGREVILLE: A smile, A handclasp, A word of welcome, Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around for over 60 years. We are here for any woman whose partner (or she herself) is involved with in any way in the Oil & Gas Industry. We meet once a month to foster friendship. Please call Ellen @ 780-632-4922 or Cheryl @ 780657-2341 for more information.

VegMin Literacy Program offers free, confidential tutoring for adults over 17 needing help with Basic reading, writing and math skills.

Phone: 632-7920 for interviews.

Everyone is Welcome Prayer House 5729-44A st. Veg. North of St. Joseph Hospital come and share your testimony and hear the gospel of Jesus Christ without compromise.

Every Sunday at 10:30 AM. Also I will pray for the sick believing in God for the answer. But God commandeth his Love toward us, in that, while, we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.

RO. 5:8 New hope church of God, Edmonton c. for the Nations Int.Veg. Doing God work together for yor good. J. Abelar. Ph. 632-2843

The Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club invites you to share your interests and ideas in classic & antique vehicles. Join us for our monthly meetings held the 1st Wednesday of the month (except January & August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Museum. It is not necessary to own a vehicle. PH: George 632-7729 or Orest 632-3495 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Mary 603-7783 Vegreville RC Flyers Clubmonthly meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the St. Johns Lutheran Church basement, 4513 Maple ST. Anyone interested in radio controlled flying is welcome to attend. Contact Fred 658-2664, Perry 688-3542 The Vegreville Multicultural Melodiants Entertain every 1st Wednesday at Vegreville Care Centre at 6:00pm, 2nd Wednesday at Heritage House at 6:30 pm, 3rd Wednesday at Homestead Lodge at 6:00 pm and every last Friday at Vegreville Manor at 7:00pm. “Do not sing duing the months of July & August” Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St Vegreville. For more information call Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418 Notice - Effective immediately the Wigmak Alanon Family Group has closed it’s doors. Contact Number 780-275-0054 Willingdon & District Fish & Game Assn. Regular meetings, held every last tuesday off each month (excluding July and August) at 7:30 p.m. at the Willingdon Arena upstairs in the Club Room Everyone Welcome.

March 10, 2014

CARD OF THANKS MANDRUSIAK The family of the late Steve Mandrusiak wish to express our sincere gratitude to our family and friends for their acts of kindness during our recent loss of our loved one.

Special thanks to Father Randy Yackimec, cantor Roman Kravetz, the church choir and anyone else who helped with the funeral service.

Thanks to the Vegreville UCWL for the delicious dinner. To Autumn Rose Funeral Director, your support and service was exceptional.

Thanks to the pallbearers, you were all very special to him, and to Quentin for the eulogy. To the staff at Vegreville Care Center, your compassionate care and support was outstanding! A special thanks to all of you for the flowers, food, mass offerings, donations to the church and Vegreville Care Center, cards and prayers and your words of comfort during this time of grief and sorrow. God Bless You All. Daughter Phyllis (Gerald) Ebertz and family Card of Thanks Thank you for the tremendous outpouring of sympathy cards, on-line messages, floral arrangements and phone calls sent to me on the passing of my precious daughter, Dawnita Diduck. It really is overwhelming to know I have so many kind friends who are there when I most need them. Patty and Gordon, your professionalism is amazing.

Thank you, Flowerland, for the lovely casket spray, floral arrangements and long stem roses. All this makes healing so much easier I and truly appreciate it.

Lois Zyla

MEMORIAM

New to town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomer’s potluck lunch. 12-1pm. Bring a friend! Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-632-3966 for locations & info.

Dr. Richard Neve F.R.C.S., F.R.C.S.(C), F.,A.C.S Surgeon to the East Kootenay since 1955 Died March 12, 1995 “He dressed their wounds, God healed them.”

Forever loved and remembered by the famillies of Michele Spak, Veronica James and James Neve.

AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:30pm.

TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Starting September 11, 2012 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Johns Lutheran Church.

780-632-7433 or 780-658-2670.

New to Town? Join us the 1st Wed of the month for a newcomers potluck lunch 12-1pm. Bring a friend!

Bring a dish! Call FCSS 780-3855936 for locations & info.

Wednesday – 341 Mundare Royal Canadian Air Cadets FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up! Wednesday evenings 6:309:00pm through the school year.

Youth 12-18 years welcome. Call 341 Squadron at 780-764-2341.

Visit us at www.cadets.ca or www. aircadetleague.com

SEMOTIUK, Harry In memory of our dear husband and father, Harry Semotiuk, who passed away March 7, 2012.

A tribute to a special man.

A beautiful life came to a sudden end.

He died as he lived, everyone’s friend.

What a precious memory he left behind.

He left us so suddenly, his thoughts unknown He left us memories we are proud to own.

The whispering Hills of Heaven echo, with the soft mellow sounds of his Bow and Fiddle Those we love remain with us.

For love itself lives on, Cherished memories never fade, Because a loved one’s gone.

Those we love can never be More than a thought apart.

For as long as there is a memory He will live on in our hearts.

Death leaves a heartache, no one can heal.

Love leaves a memory no one can steal.

Forever remembered in our hearts, Wife Olga, Daughter Melissa and Stephen

DREBIT, Stella 1914 - 2011 In loving memory of Stella Drebit Often our thoughts do wander To the grave not far away Where we laid our dear mother Just 3 years ago.

And while she lies in peaceful sleep Her memory we shall always keep Forever remembered and sadly missed.

Daughter Lil, grandchildren Mel and Remy, Dwayne & Becky

Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at Elks Hall. Contact HRL Shirley Preuss 780-632-3565 or secretary Leah Henderson 780632-6565.

HRYNEVICH, Borden In loving memory of our dear husband, father and Gido who passed away March 5, 2006.

Remember him with a smile today, He was not one for tears.

Reflect instead on memories Of all the happy years.

Recall to mind the way he spoke And all the things he said.

His strength, his stance, the way he walked Remember this instead The good advice he gave us, His eyes that shone with laughter.

So much of him will never die But live on ever after.

As we love you, we miss you in our memory of you are near.

Loved, remembered, longed for and for always Bring many a silent tear.

Deeply missed and forever cherished.

Loved and remembered by your loving family.

MELENKA, Victor In loving memory of Victor Melenka who passed away on March 10, 1997.

As life unfolds another year Treasured memories keep you near Silent thoughts of times together Are memories that last forever So may the winds of love blow gently And whisper that you hear How much we love and miss you And wish that you were here.

Forever in our hearts and prayers.

Lovingly remembered by wife, Pearl and Family

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Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea a reportable disease in Alberta CHMILAR, Olga March 3, 2010 Don’t remember me with sadness, Don’t remember me with tears, Remember all the laughter, We’ve had throughout the years.

Then when the summer sunshine, Awakes the flowers in bloom, I’ll walk that light from Heaven.

Around the corners of every room.

Do the things we did before, The same in every way, Just whisper a little prayer to me, At the dawn of every day.

Just think of me as present, Don’t think of me as past, For a wife’s, mother’s and baba’s love is a blessing.

In death it still can last.

Forget your troubles and your worries, They are mine forever more, I’ll watch and care and love you, From Heaven’s open door.

Your loving husband Joe, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

OBITUARY

ROMANUK, Mary November 4, 1930 - March 1, 2014 “As you walk down the fairway of life, you must smell the roses, as you only get to play one round.” ~Ben Hogan Mary Romanuk, sister, friend, auntie and caregiver to many passed away suddenly on March 1, 2014 in the comfort of her home.

Survived by her ‘golf family ‘, a close circle of friends who met for coffee, golfed, sang and played cards of whom she held so close to her heart and her family of 10 siblings and more than 40 nieces and nephews.

Mary began as a young career woman in Edmonton sewing for the Great Western Garment factory where she quickly moved up the ladder to supervisor. Mary then met the love of her life Tony Romanuk and traveled the world and had many wonderful years together.

Mary and Tony settled in Kelowna, B.C., where she then began to work at Canada Post as a mail carrier and again her leadership qualities quickly led her to a supervisory position.

In the year 2000 Mary then moved to Vegreville where she cared for her aging mother Stefania Kiefiuk and her brother Nestor Gereluk.

Mary is predeceased by husband Tony Romanuk ; mother Stefania Kiefiuk; father John Gereluk; and a special brother Nestor Gereluk.

Survived by her loving and caring family, Leslie Gereluk, Martha (Paul) Cook, Madeline (Joe) McPherson, Natalie Udey, Metro (Lil) Gereluk, Olga(Dennis) Smith, Kathy Holt, Winston (Judy) Gereluk, Wilma (Terry ) Cherniawsky and Joe(Pat) Gereluk; along with 36 nieces and nephews.

A Graveside Service and interment will be held on Friday, March 7, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Kelowna Memorial Park Cemetery, where she will be laid to rest next to her husband Tony.

Special thanks to Autumn Rose Funeral Home for the kindness and support shown to our family.

LUCHAK, Nick Tymofey Nov. 24, 1938 – March 2, 2014 On Sunday, March 2, 2014, Nick passed away peacefully in his sleep at the age of 75.

He is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Joan; his five daughters Sally (Stan), Linda (Kurt), Heather (James), Lesa (Paul) and Samantha (Dale); along with grandchildren Nickolas (Tessa), Thomas, Amanda, Stephanie, Colton and Miranda. He leaves his brothers and sisters Marion (Al), Alexander (Sue), Katherine (Ed), William (Late Myrna),Henry (Patricia). A special thank you from all our family goes out to Thomas,Tessa, Sally & Stan.

Nick is predeceased by his sister Rosalie (1943), his father John (1964), & his mother Anna (2010).

A Prayer Service will be held on Sunday, March 9, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at the Willingdon Recreation Center.

A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, March 10, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Nicholas Orthodox Church – Desjarlais with Very Reverend Nikolai Nikolaev officiating. Interment to follow in the Church Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “St. Nicholas Orthodox Church – Desjarlais.”

Autumn Rose Funeral Home Ltd.,Vegreville,780-603-5800.

SANGSTER, Hugh James February 13, 1942-March 4, 2014 It is with great sadness to announce that Hugh passed away on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 with his loving wife, Debbie and son, Scott at his bedside, following a brief struggle with cancer. Hugh is loved and remembered by his wife, Debbie of 38 years and their son, Scott; son, J.B.; daughter, Dianna; father, Jim; sisters, Sharon (Orest), Audrey (Herb), Lois (John), and Shirley (Kurt); brother, Dwayne (Judy); sisters-in-law, Linda, Doreen, Jan; half sister-in-law, Audrey (Jerry); brother-in-law, Brent; one granddaughter, Carrie; two great grandchildren, Trey and Aiden; numerous nieces and nephews; and “Papa’s big girl” Tiff and her family. Predeceased by his mother, Velma; and brothers-inlaw, Garry, Garth, and Denn.

Memorial service Monday, March 10, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Innisfree Rec Centre, Innisfree. Reverend Mary Young officiating with private family inurnment in Innisfree Cemetery. Donations may be made to Cross Cancer Institute or Canadian Cancer Society. Sincere thanks to Station 30, Medical Team and Staff at Cross Cancer Institute and Doctors and nurses of Viking Health Centre for all the care and compassion provided for Hugh.

To send condolences, visit www. parkmemorial.com PARK MEMORIAL LTD. VEGREVILLE 780-632-2000 FAMILY OWNED FUNERAL HOME

Agri-News Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea, or PED as it is widely known as, is a highly contagious viral disease of pigs.

“PED causes diarrhea in pigs of all ages, but is especially severe in young piglets, in fact there are high mortality rates in young piglets because of this disease,” says Dr. Gerald Hauer, Chief Provincial Veterinarian.

“There is currently an outbreak of this disease in the United States, and more than a million young pigs have succumbed already.

“As of January 23, 2014, only one case of PED has been confirmed in Canada, in Ontario. There have been no cases diagnosed in Alberta; however, there is concern of the disease spreading due to the movement of

animals, trucks and equipment back and forth across borders. It is important to note that PED does not affect other types of animals or people, but it is a very severe disease of pigs.”

PED has the potential of causing significant economic loss to individual producers and the industry as a whole.

Because of the potential to cause severe economic losses in the province, the Chief Provincial Veterinarian has determined that this should be a reportable disease.

“As of January 20, 2014, all cases of suspect or known PED need to be reported to the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian,” says Hauer. “Producer cooperation in reporting this disease will help my office assist the industry in trying to mini-

mize the risk of the disease spreading and keep it from becoming widespread in Alberta.”

A disease is designated a reportable disease for a number of reasons so that specific protocols and responses can be actioned by the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian. Each reportable disease has a specific response plan that dictates the activities that will be set in motion once the disease is reported.

“If a case of PED is reported, my office will work with the effected producer to implement the disease control measures to minimize the risk of the disease spreading off the farm,” says Hauer.

“We plan to work with local veterinarians to provide advice to producers on the

best management practices and biosecurity measures that need to be put in place to do that.

“While we will not be quarantining nor placing movement restrictions on the farm, we will be working with the producer and the processor to make sure that healthy pigs from the affected farm can still go to market.”

Producers need to be aware of this disease and, if they see any pigs with diarrhea, they should contact their veterinarian. Not all cases of diarrhea in pigs or piglets are PED as there are many cause of diarrhea in pigs, but talking to a veterinarian and having laboratory testing done is essential to ensure that it is not PED.

AIHA Features $20 Billion Investment Outlook at Annual Luncheon AIHA Submitted Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association a few weeks ago showcased the Heartland region’s potential to a sold out crowd of business, government, and community leaders at the annual Stakeholder Update and Luncheon. Now in its fifteenth year, the Luncheon focused on the Heartland’s planned capital investments exceeding $20 billion and the resulting outlook for the region and province.

“Alberta’s growing supplies of natural resources, including oilsands and natural gas, are the keys to attracting investment from companies who will add value to our resources within provincial borders,” stated Wayne Woldanski, Chair of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland Association. “We are aware that Alberta is competing with other regions around the globe who also understand the major economic benefits from value added development. We need to work closely with local stakeholders and provincial allies to ensure policies and planning make Alberta a leading contender.”

Discussions considered the billions in planned investment and projected the impacts beyond the capital projects themselves which include petrochemical manufacturing, refining, carbon capture and storage, and technology advancement.

The value added component of these and other projects provides multiple benefits: diversifying the province’s economy to insulate it from energy commodity cycles, providing significant sources of non-royalty related revenues, and stimulating additional local markets for our energy resources.

“The growing volume of propane from upgrader offgas and shale gas in western

Canada has created an exceptional opportunity to add value to these resources in Alberta,” said David Chappell, President of Williams Energy Canada.

“Williams’ PDH project will convert propane into propylene, a valuable petrochemical feedstock, creating a local market and higher returns for Alberta’s resources.”

Reflecting on Alberta’s and Canada’s role in an international context, keynote speaker Dr. Darrell Bricker, CEO of Ipsos Public Affairs and best-selling author of The Big Shift explained, “The Canada you thought you knew no longer exists.

Most people are unaware that the keystone economic and political drivers of this country are now Western Canada and the immigrants from China, India and other Asian countries who increasingly are turning Ontario into a Pacific-oriented prov-

ince. Canada, with its everevolving economy and fluid demographic base, has become divorced from the traditions of its past and is moving in an entirely new direction. That’s a topic worth talking about!”

For additional information

about the Stakeholder Luncheon or Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, visit www.industrialheartland. com or follow the Association on Facebook and Twitter (#ABHeartland).

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ROBERT MOORE robertmoorehomes.com 602-818-6867 tmoore203@hotmail.com (Back row, left to right) Mrs. Sorochan, teacher, Mr. Joe Dumont, Principal and these grade three students Keila, Ashton, Anne Lynn, and Wyatt are gathering together for a photo to honor Pink Shirt Day and the acceptance and kindness it represents. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

The full complement of St. Martin’s School got together for this photo for Pink Shirt Day. It is created with a cross to represent how significant the staff and students faith in God is and that his greatest commandment is that we should love each other, which is exactly what Pink Shirt Day announces. (Rosanne Fortier/ Photo)

(Left to right) Lyndsay Kallal, School Counselor at St. Martin’s School with Tracy Laschowski, student success coach for M.O.D.E.L Project with students Emma and Jordan. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

These volunteers and the public are assembled at Vegreville Rotary Rendezvous Park in downtown Vegreville to give bean brownie cupcakes made by VALID and coffee and hot chocolate supplied by Tim Horton’s.This act of kindness was brought to everyone by The Pink Shirt Day organizing committee. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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More pink shirts in Vegreville!

The Homestead Lodge acknowledged Pink Day with a Pink Bingo and social time. Residents took time to reflect on acceptance and kindness among their peers. (FCSS/Photo Submitted)

A Pink Party was held at Century Park. There they celebrated Acceptance and Kindness among the residents with pink snacks and a sing song. (FCSS/Photo Submitted)

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