Vegreville News Advertiser - March 23, 2015

VOL. 68 NO. 12

T H E PA P E R T H AT ’ S G O I N G P L A C E S !

MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2015

Pedaling for Jumpstart More on page 2

Jumpstart Co-Chair Jody Peck, Store Manager at Canadian Tire, pedalled with 70 people from Ottawa to Quebec City last summer, raising $6,000 on her own as part of a drive to fund the local Canadian Tire Jumpstart chapter that has sprung up.The local team, which works hand in hand with members of KidSport who also sit on the Jumpstart chapter, is hosting a table at the spring registration night on March 23 for qualifying families wishing to take advantage of the approximately $17,000 in available funding for enrolling their children in sporting activities. (Photo Submitted)

A funspiel for hope See page 10 for story

Benoit’s budget consultation See page 12 for story

Sopilka support helps orphans See page 19 for story

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Canadian Tire Jumpstart opens doors Kevin Peck Associate Dealer, Canadian Tire Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities (Jumpstart) is a national charitable program that helps financially disadvantaged kids participate in organized sports and recreation. We help cover registration, equipment and/or transportation costs. National in scope, but local in its focus, Jumpstart delivers support to children and youth through a Canada-wide network of Chapters and Community Partners.

Jumpstart was formed in 2005 and continues to address the ongoing need in our communities to make physical activity a priority in the lives of financially disadvantaged Canadian children. We understand the important life benefits that participation in sport and recreation can have in the life of a child. Research has proven that participation in sports and recreation increases a child’s chance of overall success in life through: A

healthier lifestyle; developing life skills, such as increased self-esteem, confidence, teamwork and leadership; improved school performance and future education expectations.

Jumpstart’s goal is to give all kids a chance to fulfill their dreams through the lessons and life skills learned through play. Our vision statement reflects that goal: Canada, where all kids have a chance to fulfill their dreams. Jumpstart’s Core Purpose provides a clear and laser focus to our single cause - to enrich the lives of kids in need through sports and physical activity Local Chapter Members are responsible for identifying children in financial need who want to participate in organized sport and recreational activities that require the child to be physically active. Each Community Partner may use its own ‘means tests’ or endorsement process to assess financial need. A ‘means test’ assesses a family’s financial need. Statistics Canada’s “Low Income Cut Off ” (LICO)

scale is one example of a means test.

Criteria for Funding: Children between 4 to 18 years of age; Funding can be used to cover registration fees, equipment costs and/or transportation costs; Each child is eligible to receive funding of up to $600 per year for multiple organized sports and recreational activities. Only one sport or activity is covered per submission up to a maximum of $300. Also, the maximum amount of funding may differ from Chapter to Chapter due to the varying size of Chapter budgets; Funding is available for all children within a lowincome family; All monies directed to a Community Partner to support a child go to the direct benefit of the child, and should not be reported as a sponsorship or donation to a Community Partner; Reimbursements for registration, equipment or transportation costs already paid by, or on behalf of, the family shall not be granted;

Jumpstart typically supports participation in organized sports at the recreational level.

Exceptions are up to the discretion of the Chapter and/or Regional Manager; with the Regional Manager having ultimate approval; Sport or recreational activity must include physical activity; Funding goes to support an individual’s participation in an activity. Funding should be for a sustained program that is either a minimum of five weeks duration with a minimum of one session per week or, in the case of sport camps, five consecutive days; Advance written authorization from Jumpstart must be received in order for a child of a Community Partner’s staff to be eligible for support; Families and/or guardians need to be informed that the funds have been made available by Jumpstart; Jumpstart should be reimbursed for any funding the Charity provides that is reimbursed or is not used for the intended purpose indicated in the approved submission.

Jumpstart Co-Chair Kevin Peck, Associate Dealer at Canadian Tire, Co-Chair Jody Peck, Office Manager at Canadian Tire, Jumpstart Members Julie Gottselig, Paul Suiter, Colleen Pidzarko-Armitage, Wes Stefanec, Josephine Galandy, Laurie Haaland, Jeremie Landry, Karlana Klammer-Eastwood, Marnie Kassian, Ashley Ferguson.

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Smile of the

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Sickened by provincial processes Recently, Jim Prentice hinted that if Albertans want to find fault for Alberta’s financial problems, they need only look in the mirror. When I first heard this I wanted to blame it on the Conservative Government. I started my adult life getting three years of education in Biological Sciences to attain 1 of the 30 Wildlife Technician jobs that the Alberta Government said were available to graduates. They abruptly cancelled these as I was nearing graduation in 1974. This left me with a student loan debt and little hope of work in my field. I finally landed a long term job in 1981, starting the job at the wage of someone without any experience ($7.00/ hr), with the promise of wage increases and a benefit plan that included a disability plan. It turned out that wage increases were few to none during this time. Meanwhile, I acquired arthritis, sleep apnea, diabetes and asthma which led to increased costs. In 1990 I was also diagnosed with chronic fatigue, but worked the best I could until 1995, when I was put on long term disability. Luckily I had managed to set aside some savings, because the Government left me without pay for three and a half months, while they sorted out the paperwork.

The disability payments were 70% of my wage. Also I was told I should see a psychologist who told me that long term disability means I was employed to do everything I can to get well.

This cost around $70 per visit not covered by Blue cross another deduction off my dwindling earnings. It has been hard to manage ever increasing medical costs and increased cost of

living with almost no increases in my disability.

Since the Redford years more and more medical expenses are no longer covered. For example, I am unable to cut my own toenails because of arthritis. Since I have diabetes, foot care is necessary to prevent amputations. I would have to pay for foot care so I chop them down as best I can. I have had to be on various drops due to eye problems. Not all drops are covered, but if I go blind I will cost society more. I am not covered for singular for my asthma. The Provincial government is now threatening to charge more for provincial camping fees and taxing cigarettes and sweet drinks. I say bring it on. Even if I had a camper I can’t afford the fees now, and I neither smoke nor eat unhealthy foods.

For years, I have driven cheap vehicles and camped in pull off areas where there are no fees and County camp grounds. The diet the Alberta medical system put me on cost over $1000/yr.

I am a third generation citizen whose grandfather died from oil related gases around Turner Valley. Year after year we have put up with a government that breaks their promises and points their finger at Albertans, asking us to look in the mirror. Year after year we vote back a government that can only blame Albertans and the sick for their inabilities. When you put an X after the Conservative candidate you are not giving them a failing grade; saying “who else are you going to vote for?” is just sickening. There are others on the ballet.

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S E PA R AT E D D U R I N G T H E T A X Y E A R ?

H E R E I S H O W T O H A N D L E Y O U R T A X E S A LO N E - Marital status: For tax purposes, your marital status is determined on December 31 of the tax year. So if you are separated on December 31, you would put “separated� as your marital status. If you were in a common-law relationship, you are only considered separated if the period of separation lasts 90 days or more, so if you separated on December 1, you will not be considered separated on December 30 unless you remain separated on March 1.

- Inform the CRA: Breaking the news to the Canada Revenue Agency may not be high on your list of priorities. However, since your GST/HST Credit and Child Tax Benefit is now based solely on your income, it will usually be to your advantage. Use Form RC65 Marital Status Change to advise them and they will recalculate your entitlement effective for the next payment date.

- File a Return: You will

have to file a tax return in order to continue receiving the GST/HST Credit and Child Tax Benefit for the next benefit period.

- Claim the Spousal Amount one last time: If you supported your spouse or common- law partner while you were together, you can still claim the spousal amount for one last time. The credit will only be reduced by the amount he or she earned before you separated.

- Single parents: If you have custody of your children, you can claim the amount for an eligible dependant for one of them on your tax return. The amount you can claim may be reduced if your child is earning income. You can also claim the child amount for that child, and any other children born in 1994 or later, regardless of their income.

they claim a deduction for it. However, periodic spousal support payments are taxable to the recipient and deductible to the payer as long as they are made pursuant to a court order or written separation agreement.

- Deadbeat Parents: If you fall behind with your child support obligations, you may find that the amount owing is withheld from your income tax refund.

A tax professional at H&R Block can talk about other credits and deductions that may affect you. To find the office nearest you visit www.hrblock.ca

- Child Support and Alimony: If your ex is paying child support, it is not taxable to you. Nor can

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But what happens when baby coos or cries and Mom can’t respond?

“Any chronic stressor in the family—violence, addiction, depression or ill health—that prevents serve and return between a mother and a baby has a tremendous effect on a child’s healthy brain development,” says Nicole Letourneau, Norlien/ A lber ta Chi ldren’s Hospital Foundation research chair in ParentInfant Mental Health and RESOLVE Alberta director.

This is one of the major reasons a woman’s health is so closely tied to her

family’s health. When mothers thrive, their families thrive and vice versa.

“A mother has the initial biological attachment, but all of the people around the mom make the attachment happen,” Letourneau adds. “An important concept is that society helps parents raise their children by putting in the supports to do that.”

Beyond their close, immediate family and friends, women in Alberta have several supports, including public health nurses, women’s doctors and prenatal programs.

Community groups offer play groups where mothers can meet other mothers in their neighbourhood.

“Growing evidence shows that better postpartum nutrition helps the mother’s body recover

from pregnancy and childbirth,” says behavioural scientist Bonnie Kaplan of Pediatrics and Communit y Health Sciences at the University of Calgary and the A lber ta Chi ldren’s Hospital.

“Being a mom—breastfeeding, maybe rushing to work, holding two jobs—is so exhausting, that moms need to be optimally healthy,” she adds. Nutritious food helps new moms through the stress of a new baby and the changes in their relationships.

A healthy mom in turn feeds her child nutritious food, laying the foundations for long-term good health. The cycle is complete when healthy parents pass on their healthy habits and choices to their children, the next generation of parents.

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A funspiel for hope Michael Simpson Editor The Vegreville Midget B Wranglers are showing a great level of support for tea mmate Dev in

Nahirnak, who is currently waiting for a bone marrow transplant after being diagnosed with a rare form of leukemia four months ago. The Wranglers are

hosting a hockey Funspiel Tournament over the weekend of March 27-29, 2015 in Mundare, and are inviting other Midget teams from around the North East part of Alberta province. “It’s amazing

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how a simple idea and a thought can just jump into action like this. There are some pretty awesome parents who’ve run with this [tournament],” Devin’s father Jim Nahirnak said.

Of the 24 million people

on the bone marrow donors list, none were a match for donating to Devin, his parents had been told until late last week. “Some good news [recently] that a potential donation has been identified in a donor bank. They’re doing testing to verify the quality of the blood,” Jim said. “It’s been booked on Devin’s behalf. If it’s good to go then we’ll do the transplant.” “Fortunately for us, our employers have also been great too, allowing us to adjust our schedule so one of us is with Devin 24 hours a day. Without their support we’d have had to quit our jobs.”

Devin has spent most of his time in the hospital since being diagnosed and recently finished his third round of chemotherapy.

The purpose of the tournament is to add inspira-

tion to Devin’s fight, and offer an end-of-the-year wind-up for these Midget players. It’s also a chance to help other kids like Devin by raising money for the Kids with Cancer Society. This supportive society for children suffering from various forms of cancer and has been operating for over 34 years in the Edmonton area. “Kids with Cancer for us has been an amazing organization, not just in terms of dolling out money; they’ve had seminars for parents to help them cope with what’s going on, understanding life-threatening diseases – they’re right front and center to help out,” Jim said. Local donations to the Kids with Cancer Society can be made through Jaime Burghardt by calling 780 953 5349.

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Vegreville Pizza caters to the tasty slice of life Rosanne Fortier Canadians love pizza with its multiple toppings. Vegreville Pizza is a new business that opened on February 19 and is located at Vegreville Garden Inn. Owner Mubarik Hussain, came to Vegreville from Camrose on February 15. Previously, he ran Camrose Pizza. Hussain has two employees creating the pizzas with him.

“We make the dough fresh every day and we specialize in making the sauce, recipes, salads, breads, wings and everything from scratch which we cook in a conveyor oven.

Hussain admitted. “We visited Vegreville one day and thought there was a need to have another pizza restaurant in town that served a low-cost pizza. Our pizza is very tasty

and is special because we have unlimited toppings on it, deliver for free in town, do large group orders and fundraising and people can buy the pizza by the slice.

“We are doing well so far. I enjoy living in Vegreville. The people are very friendly and Mubarik Hussain, owner came to Vegreville from Camrose on February 15. Previously, humble. It’s a great town to he ran Camrose Pizza. Hussain has two employees cooking the pizza with him.“We are move to.” Hussain added. doing well so far. I enjoy living in Vegreville.The people are very friendly and humble. It’s a great town to move to or own a business in.”Hussain added. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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Benoit’s budget consultation breaks down the bucks

MP Leon Benoit explains where the taxpayer’s dollar goes at the pre-budget town hall meeting and accountability session at Vegreville Sunshine Club on February 9. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

Vegreville - Wainwright MP Leon Benoit speaks to Bill Hamm during the lunch break at the pre-budget town hall meeting and accountability session at Vegreville Sunshine Club on February 9.

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citizens and addressed their concerns.

Early last month, a full-house of citizens attended this meeting at Vegreville Sunshine Club.

Benoit opened the session by explaining that the budget this year will be in April because there is so much uncertainty over the impact of declining oil prices that it will take time to get a budget input and sort it out. “We take our numbers from exports in the areas of banking, economists, and heads of cooperative organizations.” Benoit said.

“The total Federal Government’s budget last year was $271 billion dollars. Of that, 131 billion is from personal income tax, 31 billion is from the Goods and Services Tax, Corporate Income Tax was 37 billion dollars, which is good because if you lower taxes to corporations, they create jobs and most of these jobs have been good, high-paying jobs so this stimulates the economy and helps us get through tough times. Then Crown Corporations brought in $30 bil lion,

Employment Insurance premiums gave $22 billion and non-residents withholding taxes, customs import duties and excise levies made up $21.5 billion.” Benoit explained about the federal revenue and where it comes from.

“Where the taxpayers’ dollar goes is a bit more complicated. Eight per cent is for national defense, public safety, which includes border security is three percent, Canada Revenue Agency uses about three cents of every dollar they collect, other operations is 12 per cent, Crown corporations take three per cent, public debt charges is 10 per cent which means that 10 percent of every dollar the Federal Government spends is used to lower debt so you can see why we don’t think it is acceptable to continue to run debts in this country, payments to seniors is 15 percent, Employment Insurance benefits is six percent, children’s benef its is five percent and these include the payments to children under six- years old where every family gets $1,200 a year perchild. We have changed

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that and it now applies to all children under 18 years-old. But that is not ref lected in these numbers because we just announced this before Christmas and it will be in the coming budget. It starts January 1, 2015 but the payment will come before the budget is passed which is probably by the end of June.

Then 11 percent is spent on Canada Health Transfers, Canada Social Transfers get five per cent, other major transfers to other levels of government are six per cent and other transfer payments are 13 per cent.” Benoit said.

A question and answer period was granted then.

One man asked how much in government subsidies the oil industries will receive when oil revenue goes up.

“The oil industry gets no subsidy to my knowledge.” Benoit replied.

“For the Federal Government, the oil is a key player but there is also benef its to the lower price of oil, when you fill up at the pump, it feels a lot better to pay 75 or 80 cents than paying $1.30 which we did not that long ago.

Diesel hasn’t gone down as fast but it will be really good for farmers when it continues to move down. Also, with oil and metals and other natural resource prices going down, it will affect a whole wide range of natural resources except forestry which is very healthy.” Benoit stated when asked about lower oil prices. “With the oil prices down, dollar dropped, our manufacturing industry is picking up and expanding. In fact, Canada has a trade surplus; we export more than we bring in but this is not due to the lower dollar. A press release just stated that Canada ended 2014 with double-digit export growth.”

There was an outcry from seniors that seniors’ spending should go up.

“If we increase the budget to $1000 per senior per year, this would be additional billions of dollars. Where are we going to cut government’s spending to give this amount to seniors?”

Benoit countered.

From this, one senior called for an evaluation of baby boomers that

are soon to hit senior status. “Yes, we do have this. With all the retirement people, not unless the age of retirement goes up, which it already did due to most seniors working. This might help but in 2030, it will be the peak for the percentage of retired Canadians that will mean there will be two working Canadians to support every retired Canadian.”

Benoit replied.

Single seniors said that

they were struggling.

Benoit told them that the government helps to cushion the financial strain in certain ways but it might not always be enough. “Most of the country’s wealth is concentrated in the older population. But for lower income seniors that depend on the Guaranteed Income Supplement and Old-Age IncomeSecurity, it can be tough and inflation is hurting everyone. It would be

difficult to make more changes now but in the future, we hope to help our seniors more.” Benoit stated.

Some citizens suggested that the way to bring down the debt is to cut back spending on recreation, sports and culture and go back to the basics. When questioned if they felt that the government should cut back funding totally for CBC, almost every citizen raised their hand.

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Leon Benoit breaks down the total federal budget last year and where the revenue came from at the pre-budget town hall meeting and accountability session at Vegreville Sunshine Club on February 9. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

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MLA Fenske filters down funds for fire safety upgrades Michael Simpson Editor Recently, Seniors Minister Jeff Johnson spoke at the Edmonton AUMA Mayor’s Caucus regarding his newly inherited Seniors portfolio as minister. Part of what Johnson is now responsible for after responsibilities were shuff led around under Premier Prentice includes disbursing $80

million across 105 government-owned or supported seniors facilities across Alberta. Locally, this meant that on March 5, Fort Saskatchewan – Vegreville MLA Jacquie Fenske was able to present news of impending upgrades at Father Filas manor, Andrew Lodge and Mary Immaculate Hospital in Mundare.

At these facilities, fire sprinklers and other safety

systems will be enhanced and modernized.

In Edmonton on March 12, Johnson spoke about the need to develop the seniors housing strategy, part of which would come in the form of a $160-million 4year rural lodge review. As aspects of seniors housing formerly under the purview of municipal affairs and the Alberta infrastructure have now been

placed back under Johnson’s control, he asserted the result will be a faster approval process for housing projects. “I have the ability to look at projects on the merits of the whole project, not just within a single silo. Another major factor of Johnson’s strategy will be looking at seniors benefits, which includes looking at income and health plans as

well as special allowances.

While the question was put to Johnson as to why some aging senior lodges were only getting a safety upgrade as opposed to simply building a new building, Johnson’ simply replied “there’s just too many lodges to replace them all. We don’t have that kind of money.”

Meanwhile in the area, seniors and their families

can rest a little easier at night with a new fire protection system. “Ensuring the safety of our grandparents and parents who live in our lodges is an investment that Albertans can be proud of. Providing safe facilities is one way to honour the contributions our seniors have made to our province,” Fenske said.

IndoorWalkingProgram set to an Irish tune

The luck of the Irish is in having good physical and mental health. Vegreville’s Legacy 4 Health Indoor Walking program knew this when they celebrated St. Patrick’s Day on March 17 with Irish music and great company. This group meets every Tuesday and Thursday at Vegreville Centennial Library and is meant to provide a safe place to walk for seniors and older adults.

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Vegreville Lions Club membership continues to grow Rosanne Fortier Citizens are joining Vegreville’s fun and rewarding Lions Club! On

March 10, three new members – Alain Houle, Garth Svensen and Jocelyn Svensen were inducted

into this club. “It’s nice that the Lions Club encourages new people to join their organization

Vegreville Lions Club is very proud of their inductees-(left to right) Jocelyn Svensen, Garth Svensen, Alain Houle. The new members who transfer from Jasper to the club-Mark Rosvold, Toni Rosvold, Sean Chilibecki and missing new member-Todd Kermode. (Rosanne Fortier/Photo)

because new members have fresh ideas that give the club more opportunities to serve their communities.” said Andre Nimchuk, PCC Director for Alberta and Northwest Territories for Lions Foundation of Canada. Frances Sawiak, President for Zone Chair 37i3c added that this club is still seeking new members. A Lions Club International saying noted, “Where there is a need, there is a Lion.”

The meeting progresed when Lisa Topilko, Volu nteer S er v ices Coordinator spoke about how the support Vegreville Lions Club gives Meals on

Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League’s new executive Rosanne Fortier Holy Trinity Church’s Ukrainian Catholic Women’s League held a meeting on February 19 where they introduced their new executive. (Left to right) SecretaryEdie Gegolick, Treasurer-

Janet Kobylnyk, PresidentElsie Kawulych, VicePresident-Theresa Gorry.

“Our motto is to help out the youths at the schools.

Any woman who is 18 years old and a member of the Holy Trinity Ukrainian

Catholic Church can join the UCWL.” Kawulych informed. “ The exciting activities that we do to benefit the whole community and the church participates in educational courses with St. Martin’s School that include

teaching kids how to bake Easter bread and make Easter eggs, we give a dozen roses to anyone who is 90 years-old, and any member that moves into a Senior Home receives a religious icon.

“We visit people and take them for coffee when they are sick, have had surgery or just lost a loved one. We give an icon of the Lord to children who make their first communion; in September all people who are shut-in get a carnation, twice a year at Easter and Christmas we hold a fundraiser, attend conventions, we give financial awards to students and help out with charity events at schools, and participate in World Day of Prayer.”

Wheels helps because the amount of clients who use this service keeps increasing.

The new happenings in the Lions Club were noted.

“I just came back from ALLI (Advanced Lions Leadership Institute)

where I took a course on leadership that was very interesting and phenomenal; I would encourage anyone who has the time to take it.” Frances Sawiak said.

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Andrew School hosts ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational Andrew School Submitted Andrew School was a very busy place as it held its annual ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational bas-

ketball tournament on February 20th & 21st.

Junior high boys & girls teams from Fort Christian, Fultonvale, Vegreville Composite,

Andrew Wildcats junior high girls team won the consolation event at the ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational basketball tournament held in Andrew Feb. 20 & 21 (l-r front) Abigail Marianicz, Jayla Snyder, (l-r middle) Kaitlyn Yadlowski, Katelyn Yaremie, Jayda Pickett (l-r back) coach Hayley Ermantrout, coach Tasha Snyder, Hope Boster, Alyssa Gravel, Ashley Melnyk. (Photo Submitted)

Vegreville Composite Cougars junior high girls team were winners of the ATBWildcat Hoops Invitational basketball tournament held in Andrew Feb. 20 & 21. (Photo Submitted)

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Correction In the March 9 edition of the Vegreville News Advertiser a submitted article titled “Hospital Auxiliary Society supports local groups”, contained a misprint of the last name of Vegreville Long Term Care’s Tammy Shapka, who accepted a donation from the Ladies Hospital Auxiliary.

Fort Christian Warriors junior high girls team came in 2nd place at the ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational basketball tournament held in Andrew Feb. 20 & 21. (Photo Submitted)

Fort Christian Warriors junior high boys team won the consolation event at the ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational basketball tournament held in Andrew Feb. 20 & 21. (Photo Submitted)

and Andrew School competed during this two-day event. The final games were held Saturday afternoon with the Fultonvale Firebirds (boys) defeating the Vegreville Cougars in a ‘nail-biter’ 29 to 27 game. The Vegreville Cougars (girls) defeated the Fort Christian Warriors in their final game. Winner of the

consolation event for the boys was Fort Christian Warriors over Andrew Wildcats. The Andrew Wildcats (girls) won the consolation event over the Fultonvale Firebirds 20 to 12. Congratulations to all the teams and a huge thank you to our ATB sponsor, all the coaches, referees, concession workers, volunteers, parents & custo-

dial staff. The Alberta Treasury Branch in Andrew has sponsored this annual event over

the last four years.

Winning teams received plaques & T-shirts.

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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, HELP! I'm getting cold feet and need advice. It all started two weeks ago when I decided to ask my girlfriend to marry me.

After dating for a few months, I realized she was the one. Then, last week, my mom and dad decided to have a yard sale.

Besides selling the usual stuff, my mom decided to clean out her closet of dresses, blouses and pants that no longer fit. I didn't know they were having the sale when my new fiancé and I stopped by to share the good news. While we were there, some of the clothes caught her eye, so my mom gave them to her. When we got home, she tried them on. As she fashioned the new outfits, it suddenly dawned on me. OH MY GOD, I'm marrying my mother! As I thought about it, she even has the same hair color, eye color and personality. Now she has her clothes! Maybe I should call it off before this gets worse. What do you think?

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going gets tough, the tough go shopping. Maybe it's time to take you fiancé out for some new clothes, and this time, avoid your

Duane “Cash” Holze & Todd “Carry” Holze 03/22/15 ©The Classified Guys®

parent's yard sale.

Cash: Getting married can be stressful, even before you start planning the event. You've made a big decision recently and it's common to revisit the idea, especially considering your recent wardrobe dilemmas.

Carry: The truth is that you may actually be marrying someone who has similar attributes to your mother. There are many studies that suggest people seek out relationships with others who have similar physical or emotional traits as their parents. It tends to offer a sense of connection and comfort.

Although, Freud probably has a few very interesting theories on that matter as well!

Cash: Despite your fiancé's

newfound resemblance to your mother, don't let the new clothing decide your future. Before you make any final decisions, clean out the closet. Tell your fiancé that the clothes make you feel uncomfortable and offer to take her shopping instead. She's sure to agree to a shopping trip!

Carry: If you find you're still unsure of your decision to get married, find someone to talk to about it, like a therapist or close friend. Sometimes just talking through the jitters is enough to warm those cold feet.

Cash: And the next time you plan on stopping by your parent's house, be sure to call first to make sure they're not selling anything else!

Fast Facts Warming Up

Reader Humor Music to My Ears

While most engagements are met with sheer joy and happiness, "cold feet" is more common than you might think. As your "singlelife" ends, there's often a sense of worry about losing independence or breaking family connections.

Most experts agree that it's best to work through these feelings before proceeding, rather than shying away from the anxiety.

Some suggest journaling to reflect your thoughts or confiding in a professional or friend.

From the moment my friend Jake told me that he was getting married, Jenn, his brideto-be, took over planning every detail and left Jake out of most of it.

Needless to say, I was surprised when he called and asked me to find him a band for his reception. As a radio DJ, I pulled a few strings and got him the hottest band in the area. However, when I called to give him the great news, he told me it probably wasn't going to work out.

"What do you mean?" I said. "These guys are perfect."

"Well," he sighed. "When Jenn told me I could pick the wedding 'band', apparently she only meant the style of my ring!"

(Thanks to Buster D.)

Wedding Bliss Many marriages seem to have their ups and downs. And the same seems to be true of the marriage rate over the past 50 years.

Between 1960 and 1990, the number of marriages per year continually increased from 1.51 million to 2.44 million. However, since 1991 there has been a steady decrease in the number of matrimonies. Year 2008, with 2.16 million marriages, was the lowest since the record high in 1990. Fortunately for businesses, the wedding industry is still worth an estimated 71 billion dollars annually. The average wedding costs around $31,000 and involves 169 guests.

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ACREAGE Will be sold by Stewart Auction on April 9, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at the Innisfree Senior Lodge. Acreage 1 mile North of Innisfree on Hwy. 870 (11202 TWP, RD 512) new water well, power, gas, approx. 10.4 acres, fenced, lots of trees with old house and barn. Phone 780-6327934 after 8:00 p.m. Stewart Realty and Auctions 780-853-4725

APARTMENTS Bachelor and 1 bedroom apartment suites for rent. Flexible lease term, Balcony, 3 appliances, rent includes water, heat and powered parking stall. Bachelor start from $695, 1 bedroom start from $795, SD $500.

Please ask move in incentive for qualified seniors. More info and viewing call 780-275-0235 or 780632-3102.

2002 Honda Civic, Standard Drives Excellent Needs TLC $3200 780922-5999 2002 Pontiac Montana Minivan Good shape. $2800 780-922-5999 2001 KIA, 4 cyl, 4 dr, standard, $1600. PH: 780-922-5999 2002 Honda Odyssey. Loaded.

280,000kms. Good shape. $2900.

780-922-5999 2002 Suzuki Aerio car, 4 door hatchback, A.W.D., $2800. Ph: 780-994-3005 2007 Buick Lucerne CXS – 86,000kms, fully loaded, excellent condition.

Asking $10,500. Phone 780-603-1348 2006 Mercedes ML500 SUV, AWD, winter tires, 154,000kms, $14,000obo.

Phone 780-632-4852

FARMLAND

For Sale: Round hay bales. Phone 780-603-0232 For Sale – large round hay bales.

West/Mundare. Phone 780-7642372, evenings 50 Square Hay Bales, no rain, $6.50 each; 150 Round Hay Bales, no rain, Andrew area, $70 each. 780-3632147

FOOD

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Saturday, March 28, 2015. 5026-48 Avenue, Vegreville. Dining room set $800, other household, furniture and more. Phone 780-603-2003 Estate Sale in Mundare. Furniture, jewelry, glassware, china cups & dishes, and clothing. Many antique items. Call for appointment 780764-2514

HEALTH &

AUTOMOBILES Family farm operation looking to purchase or rent grain land. Ph: 780-632-4228 Farmland for sale. Rural life style/ hobby farm, ¼ section SW of Vegreville. Excellent yard and buildings. Will subdivide. Reduced.

Property listed: Swan City Realty 1-780-385-0631 For Sale: 480 acres, 3 adjoining quarters, approx. 245 cultivated/ pasture, house, garage, outbuildings plus steel bins. Southwest of Vegreville. Phone 780-467-3021 116 acres with 95 acres cropped.

Range Road 121 & Hwy. 631, NE corner. $300,000. Phone 780-658-2207

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HOUSEHOLD EFFECTS Emerson, 8,000 BTU’s, Window, air conditioner, newer, remote. $200.00. 780-632-4950

LAND RENTAL HELP WANTED

Hayland wanted in Hilliard area. On share basis. Call anytime. Phone 780-913-4675

Part time custodial help wanted 3:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Fax resume to 780-6323111 (Phone 780-632-2647 after 6:00 p.m.)

LIVESTOCK

HOMES FOR

Polled Limousin yearling bulls.

Halter broke. Semen tested. Ph: Barry McCarty 780-632-7433

RENT Advertise your rental property here for as little as $7.95 per week!

3 Bdrm Townhouse, $1090/mo. available immediately. Call Dave at 780-632-0321 4 Bdrm house for rent in Willingdon.

Bright newer 2 bdrm basement suite, available April 1st. Includes all utilities, cable, internet, own entrance, some extras and options.

Mature responsible, employed person(s). $1100/month.

DD required. For more information phone 780-632-2440

1978 Mercedes 280. 4dr. Like new.

145,000kms only. $3600. 780-9225999.

Highland Feeders is purchasing feed barley. Please call the office at 780-768-2466.

Fresh Alberta Lamb for Easter.

Natural raised. ½ or whole lamb available. Provincially inspected.

Abel Farms, Lorraine 780-6632017. abelfarms@mcsnet.ca

2 bedroom suite in an apartment building for rent. Spacious, Balcony, in-suite storage room. Rent includes water, heat, and powered parking stall. Close to hospital and shopping centre. Rent: $935. SD $835.

For more info and viewing call 780632-6878

2000 Windstar. Ex. engine & transmission. Body damage. For parts $750. 780-922-5999

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Phone 587-280-2775 Basement suite available April 1st.

Private entrance N/S, N/P. Quiet individual preferred. Rent $750 DD same. Utilities included. Phone 780603-3380 For Rent In Vegreville – 2+ bedroom house – newly painted, new floor coverings on main floor. Includes 6 appliances, large garden space, garden shed. N/S, N/P please.

Available April 1, 2015. $1000 per month plus utilities. $1000 DD. Call 780-632-4419

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Beautiful executive home for rent or lease to own. Fully renovated, 2 storey, 5 new appliances, hardwood floors, quartzite countertops, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wrap around deck, older single garage. Available April 1st. $2,000. Kijiji ad#1054380588.

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3 bedroom, 1 ½ baths, partially finished basement, garage, no pets. $1150 per month, $1150 dd. Phone 780-632-9835 after 5:00 p.m.

For Sale: Registered yearling and 2 year old Red Angus Bulls. Siemen tested. Brown Alta Farms 780-7682313 For Sale: Polled yearling Gelbvieh bulls. Limestone Stock Farm. Phone 780-896-2352 Simmental bulls. Mostly polled. Full Fleckvieh. Reds and Blacks. 780688-2265 For Sale: Saler Bulls. Tan, white, red, black. Scattered Spruce Salers PH: 780-768-2284 For Sale: 1 year old free run brown laying hens. $2 each. Pick up between April 6 to 14. Southeast of Two Hills. 780-603-9047

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MOBILE HOME For Sale: Mobile Home $2,000.

Needs work. Phone Bill or Susan 403-823-4499

PERSONAL I am looking for my biological father who is from the Vegreville area. I know that his name is Wayne and that he has a brother. He dated my mother Barbara Miller who was from Edmonton. They dated in 1964 and 1965. I was born Crystal Miller on May 10, 1965 at the Misecordia hospital in Edmonton. I have been told that at the time he dated my mother he worked on the power lines. If you are interested in finding me please reply to class023@newsadvertiser.com Learn truth about the Bible’s prophecies including the number 666, Mark of the beast, the Anti Christ, the second coming of Jesus, the rapture, the 1000 years, the end of the earth, Heaven & the new earth and much more. mostamazingphrophecies.com or call 632-3746.

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PETS AKC REG. GERMAN Shepherd puppies, black & red, direct from Germany.

Over 54 years experience. Titled parents. Starting at $1500. Serious inquiries only, 509-466-6177,cajishepher ds @ comcast.net, w w w.CaJiShepherds.com Spokane, WA Dog wanted. Will give good lakefront farm home to nice good dog for reasonable price. 1-780-6562371 Black and white Collie.

Approximately 3 years old to go to a good home. Call 780-764-2374 Year old Border Collie Blue Heeler cross. Working/Pet. 780-688-2265

POULTRY Several pairs of rare chocolate Muscovy ducks. $40 per pair. Trio $55. 1-780-688-3743, evenings.

REAL ESTATE

UPCOMING EVENTS The Beaver Regional Arts Society presents Trevor Panczak, Singer/ Songwriter/Country Entertainer.

Sunday, March 29, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the Beaver Regional Arts Centre 5019-50 Street, Holden.

Admission $25.00. Supper is available after the show for $13.00. For tickets and information call Christine (780)688-3812 or Susan (780)6882126

WANTED Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 CARBON CREDITS – Attention Farmers – Not Completed? Call Today! 780-603-0630, Crystal I am looking for Electrical Controls, Instrumentation, and Automation work. Green Controls, Vegreville, (780) 446-5190

School Boards as Advocates

Trina Boymook Board Chair, EIPS A key role of Boards of Trustees is to advocate for the needs of their school division. In some cases, Board advocacy is in an effort to resolve an issue or address something before it becomes an issue. In other cases, this advocacy is to help increase general awareness and understanding.

In January, Elk Island Public Schools Board of Trustees received two interesting opportunities for advocacy.

The first opportunity was an invitation from the Minister of Education to Board Chairs and Superintendents from

eleven local school jurisdictions. The round table discussion focused on three questions: What does Inspiring Education look like in each school jurisdiction?

What are two key challenges each jurisdiction is facing?

What are jurisdictions’ perspectives about the weighting of Diploma Exams?

Boards took this opportunity to share the initiatives they are working on as part of Inspiring Education and some related challenges they face that Alberta

Education may be able to address. Other challenges brought forward by those in attendance included funding for capital projects, keeping up with population growth, transportation funding to cover the cost of fuel, attracting qualified bus operators, financial support from the province to implement initiatives and projects from the government, and how the roll out of some of these changes impacts staff.

This meeting was not only an opportunity to share our needs with the Minister of Education, but it also allowed Boards to network with each other and coordinate potential partnerships.

In a second advocacy

opportunity, local Boards were invited to speak at the Capital Region Caucus meeting on a topic of their choice. Elk Island Public Schools’ topic was, “What would a cut in education funding mean to us, our classrooms, and our students?” With the provincial budget announcement expecting in the coming weeks, this was an opportunity for the Board to paint a picture about how changes in provincial funding affect our division and our students.

While it is unknown what the direct result or outcome of these advocacy efforts might be, the work continues, and trustees will continue to advocate for students and their education.

Sopilka’s support helps orphans in Ukraine

SPORTING Ba Ja 90cc ATV, new battery, helmet, gloves. $1175.00 OBO. 780632-4950.

TO GIVE AWAY 4 puppies to good homes with no cats. Phone 780-603-2003 Live Roosters. Phone 780-367-2410

TRUCKS 1993 Chev 4x4 Ext Cab. For parts. $650. 780-922-5999 2002 GMC 4x4 HD ¾ ton Service Truck 340k $3500 780-922-5999 1985 F350 Dually. Extra long flat deck, $1600. 780-922-5999 1997 Ford 7.3 Diesel, 4 x 4, missing transmission. Nice deck, $2800.

780-922-5999 2000 Dodge Dakota V8 4x4 Farm Truck. $1,600. 780-922-5999.

2000 GMC 250 4X4, ext. cab, runs well, needs reverse. $995. Phone: 780-593-3785 2006 Honda Pilot 6 passenger SUV. Loaded. $5750. 780-9943005 1999 Dodge Ram 2500 Truck. Only 78,000kms $4750. 780-994-3005

Sopilka School of Ukrainian Dance Submitted Recently a presentation was made to Lawrence and Maria Sen for $825.20, the amount was collected at Sopilka’s Zabava held February 7, 2015. The Sen’s provided an ornate framed hand-beaded rendition of Jesus to the Zabava’s silent auction, which took 6 months to create. The money raised from this special item went directly to the Interregional Centre for Social and Psychological Rehabilitation of Children in IvanoFrankivsk Region, an orphanage which was been hit hard by the fighting in Ukraine. When the Sopilka Ukrainian Ensemble Society traveled to Ukraine 3 years ago, one of the highlights of the trip was a visit to an orphanage, so this cause certainly struck a chord with our dancers.

We are grateful to the Sen Family as parents of the Sopilka Ensemble alumni for reminding everyone that there are many in Ukraine who are currently experiencing hardship and could use financial support. Pictured is Taneen Rudyk presenting the funds to Maria and Lawrence.

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

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 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.

Interested in joining Ukrainain singing group. 1 day a week, Starting February 2008 PH: 632-4691 after 6:00pm Royal Purple Lodge #125 meets first Monday of every month, except July & August at Elks Hall. Contact HRL Joyce Porayko 780-632-3830 or secretary Leah Henderson 780632-6565

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.

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

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 i n f o r m a t i o n c o n tact Brandice Harsulla at the Daycare at 603-4417 Vegreville Peace Park Bookings – Please call John Sawiak 780-6323208 The Vegreville Food Bank is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 – Maple Street and is open Tuesday 10 am – Noon year round and Friday 10 am – Noon September to June. Phone 632-6002 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.

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 Shirley @ 780632-3283 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 Heads up for AA meet at Vegreville Hospital every Monday at 8:00pm 3rd floor.

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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

BIRTHS

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 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 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.

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.

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.

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

KESSLER Bob and Roxie Bennett and Keith and Lynnette Kessler are thrilled to announce the safe arrival of their Grandson, LUKE RYAN. Luke arrived on March 11th, at the Lois Hole Hospital weighing in at 6 lbs, 15 oz. and 20 inches long, and is a little brother for Kenzey. Proud parents are Ryan and Shauna Kessler of Sherwood Park.

CARD OF THANKS

KUCHERAWAY, Don In loving memory of Don Kucheraway March 28, 2014.

Always In Our Hearts Son Though you’ve passed on before us You’re always in our hearts, And though we’re not together We’ll never be apart.

To lose you when you were so young Leaves such an empty space, Our only consolation – You’re in a better place.

Put your arms around him Lord And treasure him with care.

For you have in your possession A son beyond compare.

Always in our thoughts and Forever in our hearts. Lovingly remembered and sadly missed.

Love Dad and Mom

NOTICE To the lady who found my purse in a shopping cart at No Frills on Friday (the 13th!) and delivered it to the Manager… THANK YOU doesn’t even BEGIN to express my gratitude!

Please call me. N. Cowan PETRUK Victor’s family would like to thank everyone who attended the funeral service, brought food, flowers and condolences, sympathy cards, etc. The caring and loving support that we have received during this difficult period has been amazing and greatly appreciated.

Helen Petruk and Family

CHARETTE KULY, Marcia Aug. 8, 1962 – Mar. 24, 1987

MEMORIAM

AA meeting at Lamont United Church every Thursday at 8:00 p.m.

NONVIOLENCE Study Group for anyone wanting to learn more about the principals of nonviolence and how to apply them in today’s world.

If you are passionate about making a difference, or just curious to learn more, please join us on the first and third Wednesday from 7–8 pm. Call Kim at 780-658-2550 for location details.

Alanon New Beginning Meeting Thursday at 8:00 p.m. Call 780275-0054 for location.

WEDNESDAY 5:00 PM DEADLINE FOR ALL ADS

KULY, Russell May 15, 1931 – Mar. 21, 2006 Treasured memories keep you near.

As time unfolds another year.

Our love for you remains forever.

Love Always: June, Ronaye, Dolton, Dellas, Rob, Lundyn, Owen, Payten, Tobi, Cashe

KUCHERAWAY, Don In loving memory of Don Kucheraway March 28, 2014.

The Broken Chain We little knew that day.

God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly.

In death, we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you.

You did not go alone.

For part of us went with you.

The day God called you home.

You left us beautiful memories.

Your love is still our guide.

And though we cannot see you.

Your always at our side.

Our family chain is broken.

And nothing seems the same.

But as God calls us one by one.

The chain will link again.

Our hearts will never be the same Don. We miss you deeply and love you so much with love Your sister’s, brother in-laws, your niece’s and nephew

LESOWAY, Mike J. In loving memory of my wonderful Dad Mike Lesoway Sept. 13, 1925 – March 23, 2011 A Daughter and her Dad A Dad’s love, A Dad’s kiss A grieving daughter You’re greatly missed.

An empty house, an empty chair A Dad’s love – no longer there.

A broken heart, tear-filled eyes, Another soul to fill the sky.

Many memories in my mind, Some I laugh; some I cry.

The time we shared, the laughs we had, Things I miss when I think of you, Dad. Missing your laugh that I won’t hear again No more smile on your face And warmth of your embrace.

The last hug, the last kiss The last ‘good-bye’ leaves me with one last wish.

To have you Dad – here today Never to leave your daughter this way The loss of a Father is a hard burden to bear The source of his strength is no longer there My dear Dad be in God’s Care.

A Dad’s hug-a Dad’s Kiss A grieving daughter – you’re greatly missed.

I miss you everyday, You’re forever loved.

Debbie

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ATB Wildcat hoops invitational team pics PIDRUCHNEY, Joseph March 22, 2003 In loving memory of a dear father, grandfather and great grandfather who entered eternal rest on March 22, 2003.

Nothing can ever take away The love a heart holds dear, Fond memories linger every day, Remembrance keeps him near Those we love do not go away, They walk beside us every day.

Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed and ever near.

Always remembered and loved by children Shirley, Albert, Jo-Ann, David, Dawn and families

WASYLCIW, John July 7, 1027 – March 30, 2005 In loving memory of a Father who passed away 10 years ago.

Little did we know that morning, God was going to call your name.

In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone, for part of us went with you, the day God called you home.

You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide, and though we cannot see you, you are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again.

Lovingly remembered by Darcey & Brenda Wasylciw

OBITUARY

HUZAR, John J. August 28, 1926 - March 9, 2015 With heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of John J. Huzar of Ranfurly, Alberta at the age of 88 years. John is survived by his brother, Walter; sister-in-law, Helen Wasylciw; brother-in-law, Ken (Marie) Yakimowich; numerous nieces, nephews as well as cherished friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Florence in 2013.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 28, 2015 at 11:00 am at the Innisfree Recreation Centre, Innisfree, Alberta.

Inurnment to follow at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Lampburg Cemetery, Ranfurly.

Expressions of sympathy may be forwarded to the family via the website www.hainstockedmonton.com.

Hainstock’s Funeral Home & Crematorium 780-440-2999 Honoured Provider of Dignity Memorial

LUCHAK, Peter July 8, 1920 – March 15, 2015 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Peter Luchak at the Two Hills Long Term Care, formerly of Willingdon. Peter is lovingly remembered by his children, Delores (Ken) Moylan, Martha (Alan) Andre, and Zenovia (Vivian) (Ray) Kitt; grandchildren, Kyle (Joanne), and Kevin Kitt; also many relatives and friends. Predeceased by his wife, Anne; and all his brothers and sisters.

Funeral service Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Willingdon Rec Centre, Willingdon.

Very Reverend Nikolai Nikolaev officiating with interment at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church Cemetery, Desjarlais. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

Many thanks to the friends and staff at the Two Hills Long Term Care and the Eagle Hill Lodge in Willingdon.

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

SHELTON, Marc Edward On March 14, 2015 Mr. Marc Edward Shelton of Mundare passed away at the age of 54 years. Marc is survived by the mother of his children, Sharon; two daughters and one son, Gayle, Gavin, and Samantha; six grandchildren, Nicholas, Ethan, Tristin, Tara, and Shanna; his mother, Molly Shelton (Charlie Rose); four brothers and two sisters, Kevin (Carol), Vernon, Faron, Veronica, Sharman, and Kirk.

Predeceased by his father, John Edward Shelton.

Celebration of Life will be celebrated on Saturday, March 21, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at Park Memorial Chapel, Vegreville. Cremation has taken place.

In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.

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

Vegreville Composite Cougars junior high boys team came in 2nd place at the ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational basketball tournament held in Andrew Feb. 20 & 21. (Photo Submitted)

Fultonvale Firebirds junior high boys team were winners of the ATB Wildcat Hoops Invitational basketball tournament held in Andrew Feb. 20 & 21. (Photo Submitted)

Words of praise Dear sir; I’ve been mentally composing this letter for a long time… now – I’m finally actually writing it!

I’d like to express my most sincere admiration for a young woman who spends an unbelievable number of hours writing hundreds of articles in our local newspapers – keeping us informed about the goings-on in our community.

The pictures which often accompany these stories are also splendid.

Congratulations Rosanne Fortier – you’re doing a wonderful job, and I’m sure I speak for many others when I say that we appreciate it very much! Keep up the good work!

Sincerely, Norma Cowan

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Youth bowling update Corrine Audy Vegreville and Vermilion youth bowlers met March 1 for a friendly round of 5 pin bowling. The exchange was well attended. As always, children involved are grateful to parents and volunteers who make these events successful. Also a special nod of appreciation to the coaches for everything you do.

The Top Pins Over Average Youth Boys from Vegreville were: Gavin Worobec + 108, Adam Mills + 61, Aaron Mills + 19.

Top Youth Girls: Elizabeth Galandy + 57, Abby Pritchard +44, Katelyn Parent +22.

Top Pins Over Average Youth Boys from Vermilion were: Hunter L’Heureux +71, Karsen Donkin +69,Harvey

Seymour +55, Top Vermilion Girls: Nicole Naciuk +30 and Kassidy Fehr.

The match was won by Vegreville Youth Bowlers with a team score of +339 POA. over Vermilion +143.

Great Bowling from both towns.

All bowlers were under the age of 15.

Bowlers in Pink 30 or more Special Olympics Bowling Athletes dressed in Pink showing support for Pink Shirt Day. Throughout the week of February 23-27, 5-Pin bowlers in Vegreville stood up against Bullying. Bowlers stood up against bullying of seniors, youth, special needs and adults. There are many types of bullying in our world, often we forget to stand together. (Corrine Audy/Submitted)

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Vegreville in Bloom proud of community spirit CIB Committee Submitted The Vegreville in Bloom Committee would like to thank the residents and businesses for assisting us with achieving 5 blooms, totalling 82% in the National Competition this past summer. We have seen an overall increase of 6% over the last 3 years.

Our award recognizes the Official Town Tree, the Vegreville Patmore Green Ash as an important matter of civic pride and demonstrates our respect for green spaces and the environment.

It was very encouraging to see the support in beautifying our town, not only with the flower displays, but also with the tidiness, recycling participation and environmental awareness.

The National Judges, Claire Laberge from Montreal, QC and Gerry Teahen from St. Mary’s, ON, were very impressed with the team work demonstrated in all sectors of our community.

They also enjoyed meeting the service clubs and getting a better understanding of their support for our community.

Below is the list of the criteria on which we are judged and our results: Actual/Max Tidiness 125/150 Environmental Action 124/150 Heritage Conservation 123/150 Urban Forestry 137/175 Landscape 161/200 Floral Displays 150/175 2014 Result Totals 820/1,000 = 82% Tidiness includes an overall tidiness effort by the municipality, businesses, institutions and the residents’ throughout the community. Elements for evaluation are parks and green spaces, medians, sidewalks, streets, ditches, vacant lots, signs and buildings, weed control, litter clean-up, graffiti and vandalism

programs.

Environmental action includes the efforts and achievement of the community with respect to policies, bylaws, waste reduction and diversion rate to landfill, composting sites, landfill sites, hazardous waste collections, water conservation, naturalization and environmental stewardship activities under the guiding principles of sustainable development pertaining to green spaces.

Heritage conservation includes efforts to preserve natural heritage within the community with focus on the integration of landscape and streetscapes in built heritage: preservation of natural pertaining to monuments, memorials, museums and festivals.

Urban forestry includes the efforts of the municipality, busi-

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nesses, institutions and citizens with regards to written policies, bylaws, standards for tree management, tree replacement policies, tree inventory and integrated pest management.

Landscape includes planning, design, construction and maintenance of parks and green spaces. Landscape designs should harmonize the interests of all sectors of the community.

Floral displays evaluates efforts of the municipality, businesses, institutions and citizens to design, plan, execute and maintain floral displays of high quality standards.

To view the full results, please visit www.vegreville.com and search “Communities in Bloom”.

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