Vegreville News Advertiser - November 1, 2017

VOL. 70 NO. 44

67 YEARS OF SERVING THE COMMUNITY

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2017

Crime is on the rise!

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RCMP files from October 23 - 29 Dan Beaudette News Advertiser October 23 10:13 It was reported that a person is having issues between themselves and coworkers. This matter was not a police matter and has to be dealt with through the union.

11:44 It was reported that across the street a person observed a person standing in their window naked and appeared to be masturbating. The complainant was reporting for information purposes only.

12:54 Complainant observed a black vehicle that flew by him in excess of speed limit. The vehicle was located and stopped and a warning was issued to the driver.

16:03 Complainant reports her neighbors are yelling. Members attended and spoke to the parties involved. Everything was fine and no offense was committed.

21:40 It was reported that an elderly person was confused in the parking lot at Boston Pizza. They were confused about where they were. The driver of the vehicle was taken to hospital for a checkup and the vehicle was towed.

22:49 A report of an intoxicated driver. Vehicle was located and stopped.

No grounds for charges.

21:07 Complainant reported a speeding black truck. Estimated speed at approximately 160 km per hour. A message was sent to Vermilion RCMP who caught the vehicle travelling at 160. Vehicle was stopped and ticket was issued.

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and stopped. The driver was spoked to and was not impaired and the driver was looking over at his cell phone on the passenger seat. He was not holding it. The complainant was updated.

1:10 Report of an assault . Upon RCMP attending they spoke to all parties. No assault actually took place.

4:23 It was reported of a break and enter into a house. The person was high on drugs and causing problems.

The subject was located and was breaching his conditions. This matter is still under investigation.

9:27 It was reported of a missing person who didn’t come home from the previous night and the person did not show up for work. The person was located safe.

14:55 It was reported of a stolen vehicle sometime overnight. The vehicle was located in Edmonton.

Edmonton police service are looking into charges on this matter.

16:28 Break and enter into a shop.

8:02 911 call of a suspicious truck travelling really slow. Vehicle located.

The driver is a contractor and was looking for an address in the area.

Nothing suspicious.

18:21 It was reported of a break and enter. An unknown person entered into the window and left through the door. Nothing was stolen or vandalized.

No witnesses or suspects for this matter.

13:00 CPO requested assistance with a traffic stop. RCMP was notified that a bomb was located in the back seat of the vehicle. Drug paraphernalia was seized and destroyed and violation tickets were issued by the CPO

October 28 11:09 It was reported that a suspicious van with 2 male occupants in a person’s driveway scoping out her yard. The vehicle left when they saw the complainant.

21:28 A report of a possible break and enter. Bay door was open and the lights in the building. It was reported that no one should be in the building. Member attended and found one door open to the building. Members searched and found no one in the building and no signs of a break and enter.

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17:26 Report of a domestic dispute.

The subject of complaint alleged to have uttered a threat to kill the complainant. The subject was arrested and released on documents for court.

17:30 RCMP responded to another domestic disturbance where threats were uttered. The subject was located and arrested. This matter is before the courts.

20:14 It was reported of a possible forged credit card being used at one of the stores. The subjects were located and admitted to being at the store earlier. The credit card was in one of the subjects names. No offense was committed.

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The vehicle drove through the gate and shop door. The suspect stole a small amount of alcohol. Photos and video for the suspect were obtained.

This matter is still under investigation.

October 26 20:59 It was reported of a possible impaired driver. Vehicle was located

23:38 It was reported that someone is in the complainants house who wanted to fight them. Complainant said that they had some beers but sounded exceptionally intoxicated. RCMP attended and located complainant and their friend. It was determined that the complainant was there to pack and they started arguing about nothing.

The complainant wanted the friend to leave which they did.

For the week the members dealt with 69 calls for service. 5 were 911 hang ups, 4 were false alarms.

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Democracy. Govern, lead or rule?

Arthur Beaudette Opinion - News Advertiser My mind is still on the recent election and what the changes in our various local governments means to us, the electorate.

If you think it’s only my mind on the elections, it’s not only me. North America is fixated on the “Trump effect”, as well as our ongoing circus in Ottawa and the spending sprees both provincially and federally.

If you have ever taken the time to watch any politics on TV it may have been your first and last. Provincially and federally, these proceedings are more about one liners and showmanship than doing constructive things for the electorate. One can maybe take solace that we are not in Toronto or some countries where pushing and fist fights are the norm.

However, I DO have hope. After the election, I heard an interesting interview with Edmonton Mayor Don Iveson. First elected in 2013, when asked about the dynamic of a new council, he stated in a matter of fact tone that they were a group of 13 people. A group that did not make deals (you vote for my thing and I will vote for yours) and would not always agree, but debated and voted as individuals for the betterment of the city. Quite a novel approach. Almost sounds like the way a democracy should work.

Unlike many votes at various levels which are often unanimous, Edmonton seems to embrace healthy debate

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without consequence.

To me, regular consensus means that either deals are being made in the shadows, intimidation is at play, elected officials are not working with all the information or governments are not making important decisions. Provincially and federally, you hear the term “towing the party line” where it is expected that individual elected officials vote with the party regardless of their own opinion.

Some elected officials have the need to be in power and not be questioned.

We recently heard this from President Trump who stated something to the effect that if someone did not agree with the president then they were not a patriot. Following suit was Minister of Finance for Canada, Bill Morneau who told reporters that he did not answer to the press.

This is troubling because citizens AND the press DO have the right to ask questions and get answers. Too many elected officials forget that they serve the electorate. The same can be said for the attitude of some civil servants. Have you ever crossed the border and encountered a zealous boarder agent??

This is not the sole territory of large governments. Both elected officials and government bureaucrats at local levels can have a similar outlook. We have been subject to this as a news organization in the past where we were denied public records when looking into stories. It’s troubling to say the least.

In an interesting development, last Tuesday (October 24, 2017) Arizona Senator Jeff Flake announced he would not be running for re-election. He did so in a blistering speech on the Senate floor (you can find 17 minutes of video online), attacking President Trump in what seemed to be a reaction among other things to the President’s attitude towards anyone questioning the President.

A Republican president named Roosevelt had this to say about the president and a citizen’s relationship to the office: “The President is merely the most important among a large number of public servants. He should be supported or opposed exactly to the degree which is warranted by his good conduct or bad conduct, his efficiency or inefficiency in rendering loyal, able, and disinterested service to the nation as a whole. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary that there should be full liberty to tell the truth about his acts, and this means that it is exactly as necessary to blame him when he does wrong as to praise him when he does right. Any other attitude in an American citizen is both base and servile.” President Roosevelt continued: “To announce that there must be no criticism of the President, or that we are to stand by the President, right or wrong, is not only unpatriotic and servile, but is morally treasonable to the American public.”

Some would say that President Roosevelt truly understood the way a democracy should work. Can the same be said for elected officials and civil servants in 2017??

Tell us your opinion. Do you think elected officials in 2017 see their role the same way Roosevelt did or do they seek office for power, their “15 minutes of fame” and the pension?

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Vegreville News Advertiser Wins Awards!

Pictured above is Larry Ruptash and Craig Horon, sales team for the Vegreville News Advertiser. They are displaying the plaque for Second Place in the category of Promotion, Guide or Planner and has to be freestanding. The award was won for the publication of our tourist magazine In and Around Vegreville.

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Dan Beaudette Vegreville News Advertiser The Vegreville News Advertiser has won another two awards. The Independent Free Papers of America is an association comprised of papers from all over Canada and the US. The News Advertiser was competing against over 1000 entries this year and won second in two categories.

Pictured above is reporter Rosanne Fortier showing the plaque in the category of Advertising & Editorial Excellence. The award was for Rosanne’s Original Writing on the Canada Day Celebration.

There are no skunks on the island of Newfoundland, which is also conveniently devoid of poison ivy.

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FROM THE PAGES OF THE VEGREVILLE OBSERVER

COMPILED BY DAN BEAUDETTE

90 Years Ago – November 2, 1927

Louis Knies, local agent for the McCormick-Deering lines, holds the championship belt as a salesman for the binders made by this firm. He disposed of 85 binders this season, the largest number sold by any one salesman in Alberta. As a reward for his industry, Louis gets a trip to Chicago after Christmas. For a little spending money on the side, he has taken off a good crop also. His farm south of Old Vegreville, handed him 40 per acre and his other farm south-west of the town, gave 35 per acre.

The CPR near Whitford are going ahead and grading on S.H. For a distance the grade is made for a three track line also a fill of from 4 to 9 feet. This grading to the north line of 11 to the road allowance running east and west will cross the road for a short distance into section H. On November 17th, the Bank of Montreal celebrates its 110th birthday. The bank began business in Montreal in rented premises in 1817, with a paid-up capital of $350,000.

75 Years Ago – November 4, 1942

It would appear from information now at hand that there will be a shortage of package bees for next season. The district agriculturist at Vermilion, E.H. Buckingham, urges bee keepers to place their orders immediately or there will likely be disappointment through late ordering. Bee keepers’ supplies will also be scarce and requirements should be secured early.

On Friday, October 30th, one of the large oil tanks belonging to the Imperial Oil Co. in Lavoy bust, spilling about 1500 gallons of gas on the ground. However, a great deal of the fluid was salvaged.

Steve Predyk, agent, immediately notified the RCMP detachment at Vegreville. The police shut off traffic on the highway and ordered the trains to coast through the town.

RCAF recent enlistments: John Homeniuk, son of Fred Humeniuk of Musidora, Aircrew. Albert Gafka, son of Mr. and Mrs. Phillip Gafka of Vegreville, Aircrew. George Andrew Brandle, son of Jake Brandle of Vegreville had enlisted in the Army at Edmonton.

The Camaraderie Club would appreciate it, if anyone having clean, old woollen goods or scraps of heavy material which could be used in the making of seamen’s quilts, would deposit same in the box provided for that purpose in the 5c to $1 Store.

50 Years Ago – November 2, 1967

Fish and Game Officer Gordon Lee said there were 4 swans shot at Beaver Lake last week. The hunters would hardly have made a mistake about the birds when the size of this specimen is noted. The other birds shot were just left at the lake shore reeds after they were shot down. It is known that hunters from Edmonton were responsible for the shooting and the investigations is still underway.

A twenty-five year old school teacher from Hay Lakes, Alberta, was feted in Camrose as the 500,000th visitor to the Alberta Confederation Caravan. Mary Laliberte of Camrose, received a number of gifts and mementos of her visit including red carpet treatment from the personnel, who took her on a guided tour on the Caravan. Mr. Chester Sayres, MLA for Camrose, presented Miss Laliberie with a Centennial plate on behalf of the city. Mrs. S. Sparling, of the Camrose Centennial Committee, also attended the presentation. While the caravan was in Vegreville a total of 7894 residents toured the display in two days.

25 Years Ago – November 3, 1992

Numerous acts of vandalism to Alberta Power Limited’s switching equipment in the early hours of Saturday morning, October 24, resulting in a major power outage. The lock on a switching device on the east end of Vegreville was removed and the switch thrown open, resulting in a 55 minute power outage at approximately 5 a.m.. About three quarters of Alberta Power’s customers within Vegreville were affected by the outage.

AGT United Way campaign committee member Brian Fedoruk (he is also a donor of the stereo) presented raffle draw winners Tracy Danyluk and Art Villancourt with their prizes. The presentation took place on Wednesday, October 28. A $200 donation to the campaign from Alex Smook, Vegreville Legion President, was also presented the same day. Committee member Lois Flett accepted the cheque. The Vegreville AGT United Way campaign set a goal of $5,000 and has exceeded that goal by $1582.

John Huzil was presented a plaque from Orest Zubritsky president of the Vegreville Cultural Association at the 1992 Pysanka Festival. The plaque honoured Huzil for being the founder and pioneer of the Vegreville annual Ukrainian Pysanka festival.

Letters Welcomed

One role of the Vegreville News Advertiser is to promote dialogue on various issues of concern to area residents. We accomplish this by welcoming Letters to the Editor and allowing various issues to be debated through our pages. All letters must contain the writer’s name, address and phone number. Anonymous letters will not be printed, however the writer’s name may be withheld from publication in special circumstances deemed appropriate by the Publisher.

The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to edit letters for length, clarity, spelling and grammar, taste or for reasons of potential libel. The Vegreville News Advertiser reserves the right to withhold letters from publication.

Catalonia: The Silent Majority

By Gwynne Dyer Last July, leading Catalan film-maker Isabel Coixet comlained that “Madrid is deaf and mute and the government here (in Catalonia) is really happy about that. They never really look for dialogue at all.” She added that Catalans are afraid of speaking out “for fear of being called fascists.”

Opinion polls consistently show that most people who live in Catalonia want it to remain part of Spain. The latest, published in El Pais on Saturday, showed that 55% per cent of those polled opposed the declaration of independence in the Catalan parliament last week, with only 41% in favour. Yet the news coverage always shows flag-waving nationalist crowds demanding independence, because the silent majority keeps its head down.

Finally, on Sunday, a big pro-Spanish crowd came out in the streets of Barcelona: 300,000 people according to the police, more than a million according to the organisers. About the same size as the pro-independence crowds, therefore, but they left it rather late. The separatist strategy has worked well, and by now the fat is really in the fire.

The separatists’ problem was this: no opinion poll has ever shown a majority for independence since the current upsurge in Catalan nationalism began about eight years ago. For the past few years the ‘yes ‘ vote has been stuck at around 40%. You can hardly declare independence for the region without a vote of some kind, so what do you do? bett than an A referendum is better election, because it’s a singletha will really issue vote that get the fa faithful out.

But ho how do you preve prevent the mo more numerous ou sceptics f from voting too? Well,

the Spanish constitution is a great help there, because it says that a referendum on independence for any of Spain’s regions would be illegal. So if you hold one, maybe the true nationalists will vote despite the law, while the rest obey the law and stay away.

They road-tested this model three years ago with an ‘advisory’ referendum that the Madrid government sort of tolerated (though it said it was illegal), and it worked just fine. Only 37% of the population voted, but 80% of those who did show up voted ‘yes’ to independence The independence referendum on 1 October was the real thing, not ‘advisory’ at all. Rather late in the day Spanish Prime Minister Maria Rajoy realised that the independentistas intended to use the result as a justification for a declaration of independence, so he got a court judgement confirming that the referendum was illegal and sent the police in to shut it down.

The Catalan nationalists had foreseen this, and welcomed it. Nothing could be better for the cause than images of Spanish police dragging women out of polling booths, and the uproar would keep even the hardiest ‘no’ voters away. The turn-out this time was a bit higher, at 43%, and so was the ‘yes’ vote: 90%. Very gratifying.

With that manipulated result in hand, the president of Catalonia’s regional government, nationalist leader Carles Puigdemont, declared independence last week. The Spanish central government immediately dissolved the regional parliament, removed Puigedemont and his cabinet from office, and announced a fresh regional election for 21 December.

Puigdemont is now officially a martyr in the eyes of his fellow separatists, and Spain says that he will be allowed to run in the December election, so he has lost nothing. Unless the silent majority find their voices, he may yet be the first president of the Catalan Republic.

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Amendments to Tax Planning Using Private Corporations Proposal Canadian Cattlemen’s Association The Canadian Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) commends the Government of Canada for revisiting the changes outlined in the Tax Planning Using Private Corporations proposal.

This week, revisions to the original July 18 proposal were announced that aim to address the significant concerns raised by the CCA on behalf of the farm families that run Canada’s 60,000 beef operations. Amendments will be made to the three identified areas of concern to farm families: income sprinkling, passive investment inside private corporations and converting income into capital gains. A reduction in the small business tax rate was also announced.

Specific amendments include:

1. Income sprinkling: The government is planning to move ahead with measures to restrict income sprinkling but amendments will be made to “simplify” the revised proposal. The stated intention is to provide more certainty that family members who meaningfully contribute to the business will not be affected by the changes.

2. Passive investments inside private corporations: The government is planning to move forward on changes that restrict the tax deferral opportunities related to passive investments, but will provide business owners some flexibility for savings purposes (ex: business downturn, expansion, retirement or parental leave). Specifically, the government will allow up to $50,000 in passive income in a year before

higher tax rates are imposed to provide flexibility for business owners who choose to hold savings in their corporation for sound business reasons.

According to Finance Canada, this is equivalent to $1 million in savings, based on a nominal 5-per-cent rate of return – an amount that is exceeded by only about 3 per cent of corporations.

3. Converting income into capital gains: The government announced it

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thank the government for recognizing the need to rescind their planned capital gains changes, as work undertaken by the CCA and other agriculture groups shows moving forward as intended would have significant unintended consequences in terms of increased cost, from tax perspective, to transfer farm in family compared to third party.

Given that the changes made in the revised proposal remain complex, the CCA will be reviewing the final package in its entirety with tax professionals to fully assess the impact on our industry.

The CCA is eager to work with government further on tax policy on this and other areas of importance to beef producers.

will not be moving forward with either measures relating to the conversion of income into capital gains, or measures to restrict access to Lifetime Capital Gains Exemptions.

Lower taxes: The government announced a Small Business Tax rate reduction of 10.5% to 10% starting January 2018, and 10% to 9.5% starting January 2019. Note this will apply on income up to $500,000.

The amendments to the proposed tax plan are a step in right direction. We

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That sound you hear is the Canadian economy imploding Bill Whitelaw President and CEO - JuneWarren-Nickle’s Energy Group Here’s a lesson on how to tank an initiative.

The head teacher: federal Natural Resources Minister Jim Carr.

The initiative: Generation Energy, a conference in Carr’s hometown of Winnipeg to which his ministry invited indi-

viduals and organizations interested in constructive dialogue about Canada’s energy future.

It’s a sound idea. Tensions around energy are dividing Canadians in polarizing and paralyzing ways, so the concept of civil face-to-face dialogue is refreshing.

That is, until you disenfranchise an entire sector that’s central to making the concept of rational conversation work.

Then the idea of balanced and objective discourse falls flat with a resounding thud.

That’s what happened last week with TransCanada’s decision not to proceed with its Energy East and Eastern Mainline pipeline projects.

No one who watches energy affairs was surprised. You could hear the coffin nails being driven into the projects when the National Energy Board recently announced it would consider increased emissions production as part of the regulatory approval process.

Carr’s contention that Energy East would be considered under the same conditions as Kinder Morgan’s Trans Mountain pipeline expansion to the West Coast is political bobbing and weaving of the first order.

The uncertainty over emissions volumes attached to projects helps cement Canada’s global reputation as a place where stuff doesn’t happen unless it suits a small and clamorous minority.

There’s political hypocrisy in claiming to support a sector while creating conditions to punish that sector.

Worse is the startlingly glib and disingenuous way Carr tried to distance himself from the consequences of the company’s announcement, describing it baldly as a “business decision.�

No sane company would proceed with a project whose fate is already signed, sealed and delivered.

TransCanada has sunk hundreds of millions of dollars into Energy East in the belief that it was working in an environment conducive to success. It wasn’t asking for a free regulatory ride, just the kind of governing consistency that makes economies work well.

So Generation Energy is unlikely to be either festive or productive.

Sure, the oil and gas upstream and midstream sectors will show up.

But also in attendance will be too many representatives of those opposing constituencies who generate white noise disproportionate to those in society they claim to represent.

Somehow they’re able to catch the right political ears, so these folks will arrive in Winnipeg believing they have the upper hand on the petroleum sector. And they’ll keep pushing their objective of a fossil fuel-free future.

Oil and gas representatives will nod politely and leave the conference with

the confirmation that there’s just no talking to some folks.

What should have been a positive opportunity to shape Canada’s energy future will instead go down as just another tepid affair where nothing is accomplished.

Call it De-Generation Energy instead.

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Rising Stars at Perogies and Jam Rosanne Fortier Young talents bloom more lovely than the first flowers of spring.

To kick-off Perogies and Jam’s eighth season; they featured rising stars who are local songwriters and singers at Vegreville Seniors Sunshine Club Center on October 21.

Don Harfield was the emcee. The event began with an open mic where Wayne Camantigue performed covers of Jim Croce’s songs where his soft, pleasant voice, showed Wayne chose the right genre of music for his talent as people in the audience said, Beautiful Wayne! Wayne also per-

formed a humorous and lively song which he met with the right spin.

A fresh approach with speech arts by Mary Leonty appeared next where Mary read three poems she wrote. Mary’s poems were about birds and the wind and each one of her poems rhymed.

Abby Kropielnicki from Tofield is a rising star who is 16 and has been performing since she was 14.

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The rising stars performed after this, with Vegreville own’s Audrey Stefan! Audrey had a single released in May 2017 and she said lately her music career has taken her to flying back and forth to California.

Audrey performed covers of popular songs and her own songs she wrote. Audrey also sang a song as a tribute to the artist, Gordon Downie from Tragically Hip who passed away on October 17, 2017. Audrey reached high and low notes well which revealed how Audrey’s natural talents have grown from the professional development she received locally and from when she went aboard.

Abby Kropielnicki from Tofield is 16 and has been performing since she was 14. Abby said she became interested in music when she started dancing. She wanted to sing the music she was dancing to. So, it evolved into singing instead of dancing. Her passion is pop/folk music but she performs whatever genre of music she feels the audience will enjoy.

Abby’s passion was evident as she was a natural as she performed a cover of Bob Dylan’s Blowing in the Wind, the original songs she wrote, ‘I Found Love’ and ‘Home’ and other songs.

Country 106.5 Star Search winner’s Hannah Gazso, a 14-year-old young woman from Ardrossan performed next. Hannah said she started singing at five years old but she really got into it when she was nine and she started dancing. There was a

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The audience listens to the open mic performances.

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vocal teacher at the studio, so Hannah decided to try it. Then she started to get more serious. Her genre is country music. Since her win, Hannah just made her first recording of the song she wrote, ‘Risk the fall’ at Evergreen Studio in Calgary on October 17.

Each of Hannah’s performances transmitted the

message that she has it, to make it big in the country music world.

For the finale, all the rising stars performed on the stage together and every performance of the evening received an appreciative applause.

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Cooperation Sgt. Jerry Nutbrown RCMP Ponderings – Vegreville Detachment This column can take on a negative feel as policing is often a job of negative experiences in what we have to deal with. We aren’t giving away thigh masters or surprising people by fulfilling their wishes, but there is positive in most negative.

Last Thursday we attended a collision between 2 vehicles on 50th Avenue in Vegreville right smack in the middle of lunch hour. The collision was at the 62nd Street corner and the vehicles block a couple of lanes. We needed to re-route traffic via the access road running parallel to 50th. The collision was a negative, but the reaction and cooperation from motorists was the positive.

Every single driver obeyed my direc-

tions, via flailing arms, and a good number waived in acknowledgment.

The other positive was that by re-routing the traffic and everyone adhering to our directions made the scene safe for EMS and the Fire Department folks that worked directly on the scene. As a first responder this is an immense help knowing our safety isn`t at jeopardy while we work the collision. So thank you to all who drove through in this busy time of day and had no problem helping us get the scene cleared up.

At other times we need to respond quickly to calls for service which requires us to drive fast through traffic, the negative. The positive is when the motorists make way for us (and this applies to EMS and the fire fighters).

Quick response is required when the reason for the call dictates it which puts emergency responders at risk. When we see the other motorist are moving to the side of the road and pulling over this again is a huge help to us. Imagine having to drive through town at a high speed and you don`t know for sure how other drivers are going to respond when they see you. This creates some stress as we are rushing to an emergency situation while trying not to create another one. But, when the other drivers are opening up the roadway and stopping, this makes it so much easier to navigate safely and confidently.

Again, thank you if you have been in this situation and moved over for us or if it happens to you in the future.

In this job as I mentioned there is a lot of negative as we generally see people on their worst or next to worst days.

However, this often also means that we will see people on their best days in regards to their response and resiliency.

The worst of tragedies can bring out the best in people and this is amazing to see and experience. The strength some of the people experiencing horrific events continues to surprise us. There are those that don`t cope as well, but we can see such great strength even in children or youth as they deal with unimaginable circumstances. In these incidents we often need assistance from friends or family members of those directly affected as we execute our duties and there is strength in them too.

Finding the positive in so many negative events reminds many of us why we got into the career and what keeps us in it. Another positive is that Halloween was yesterday and somewhere in this office there has to be some candy!

Enjoy your week.

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Crime is on the Rise!

A town hall meeting held in Mannville at the Recreation Centre saw approximately 300 people gather to discuss the rise in Rural Crime and get some answer from the people in the field. Dr. Richard Starke, MLA for the Vermilion-Lloydminster Constituency chaired the meeting. Dr. Starke stated the ground rules and said he did not want this to turn into a political town hall and the people on hand did honor this request.

in the same time period and Viking from 162 to 131.

She also mentioned they upped their patrols for both town and country hitting some of the known hot spots but most of all she said it is up to you, the people, to report suspicious incidents because you are the eyes and ears on the street.

The Crown Prosecutor, Jeff Rudiak, said they were up to 2000 files per prosecutor in 2015-16 which is unbelievable. The annual offenses involving guns has sky rocketed.

Heather Koroluk of Victim Services said they are

The panel consisted of Sgt. Jane Boehr, NCO i/c Vermilion Detachment, Cpl. B.K. (Brad) Mouland, NCO i/c Viking Detachment, J.F. (Juan) Huss, Sgt. NCO i/c Kitscoty Detachment, Daryl Wright, Rural Crime Watch, Jeff Rudiak Crown Prosecutor, St. Paul, Heather Koroluk, Battle River Victim Assistance Society and Tyler Lorenz from Residents in Recovery.

In her opening remarks Sgt. Boehr gave some statistics on crime rates: for example, the calls for crime in Vermilion went from 493 in 2016 (Jan – Sept) to 828 in 2017 (Jan – Sept). Kitscoty from 417 to 461

there for the victims of crime. We want to help in every way we can. For example, we can help out on impact statements, etc.

Tyler Lorenz, seen both sides of the crime scene. He was an addict that lost everything twice and was living on the streets and was guilty of crimes of theft and spent time in jail. He stated he didn’t receive the help he needed in rehab nor in jail for his addiction and mental illness. There has to be more done to help these people become active citizens in their respective communities. He mentioned he could get drugs very

Above: Sgt. Jane Boehr, NCO i/c Vermilion Detachment Far Left: Dr. Richard Starke, MLA Left Center: Daryl Wright, Rural Crime Watch Right: Crown Prosecutor, Jeff Rudiak

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There were a lot of good questions from the floor. One was, do gates, alarms and camera’s help. The answer was yes especially if the criminal is seen on video but again if they know there is video camera’s they try and avoid them.

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There was no answer for the question, What % of known crimes are actually convicted. One person spoke on the EMS and police have a tough time getting around the countryside. Cpl.

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Dear Classified Guys, I thought that banishing all smokers to the far end of the parking lot was unfair, but my company's new "no-smoking" policy is downright evil. As of Friday, there's a new company policy that requires us to quit smoking at work and home within 12 months or find new employment.

To cushion the blow, they offered to enroll us in a stop-smoking program. But the last time I tried to quit, I gained 20 pounds. My first thought is to find a new job, but as I check the ads, I see some companies advertising for non-smokers. What should I do, quit smoking and gain weight, or look for a new job and chance finding the same problem at the next company?

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Carry: I'm sure it seems like your

company is butting in where they don't belong, but your situation is one that many employees have faced.

Cash: The trend of businesses trying to limit their employees from smoking started many years ago.

The idea came about when health care costs started soaring and companies looked for ways to lower their premiums. It turns out that that smokers cost employers more in health benefits than non-smokers,

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over $1500 per year for each employee according to some surveys.

Carry: So much like your company, businesses started requiring their workers to quit the habit. It's actually more cost effective for them to offer stop-smoking programs than pay the increased health benefits.

Cash: Banning smokers from employment did not violate any discrimination acts at the time since it was considered a lifestyle choice.

Although since then, many states have adopted laws to protect workers from smoking discrimination.

Carry: If your area has not adopted such laws, it is possible that you can encounter this problem

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Smoking can be costly to more than just your health. Businesses lose millions of dollars every year due to costs associated with employees who smoke. Surveys estimate that smokers take more than twice the sick days than their non-smoker counterparts costing millions in lost production.

Increased health care costs and added workman's compensation claims make the idea of a smokefree staff rather enticing to many companies.

The other day I ran into an old friend and fellow business owner that I hadn't seen in years. As we caught up on recent events, we finally got around to discussing our businesses.

I told him that I was considering instituting a new nosmoking policy and was looking forward to seeing the results.

He quickly interrupted and told me that he had to sell his company shortly after instituting a similar policy.

When I asked him why he replied, "Without nicotine, all the employees were too cranky to work with."

Teen Smoking

with another employer.

Cash: But before you quit your job, you may consider the idea of giving up smoking. What seems like a disturbing company policy, could actually be a great opportunity.

Carry: Since you've already tried quitting once before, you obviously considered it worthwhile. Take advantage of the new company program. Not only could it change your life, but you won't have to look for a new job.

Cash: There are methods to quitting smoking without gaining those 20 pounds. But who knows, if too many people gain weight, maybe your company will put in a gym!

What is the best way to stop smoking? Don't start. Each day more than 4,000 teens try smoking, according to the American Cancer Society. Almost half of them become daily smokers.

Talk to your children before they get started. Tobacco use can start by age 11 with many children becoming addicted by 14 years old. It's recommended to start discussions with your kids around age 5 or 6 and continue talking with them about tobacco use throughout high school.

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MR. CLASSIFIED UPCOMING EVENTS Pathfinder Hall Perogy Supper

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Vegreville Preschool Association Halloween Carnival Citizens at the concession stand that had lots of yummy treats at it.

(Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Moose Sheds Wanted Donated moose antler material needed by D/A’d senior for craft/hobby/ use. Any old sheds will do as long as they are not rotten. I’m near Veg and will pick-up any donations at your convenience.

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Left: This tiny firefighter plays ball.

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Moki and Shirley Trent with their daughter, Keana (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier It was an event that brought even adults back to childhood glee! Children who entered Vegreville Centennial Library’s gym dressed in every costume imaginable bewitched citizens of all ages at the Vegreville Preschool Association Annual Halloween Carnival on October 28.

Games were threaded through every corner where many new ones were invented. Children who won at these games could collect coins to cash in for prizes at the Witches’ Kitchen.

There was an innocent monster mash that had style as parents danced with their children to music by Jonathan Zabrick of Dusk Til Dawn DJ Services.

A concession stand with refreshments and treats was available.

This event was organized by Vegreville Preschool Association with the help of Vegreville Girl Guides and many community volunteers.

There was a very low admission cost to attend this carnival and with a person’s admission’s ticket, people received a free entry to guess the amount of candies in a jar where they could win the door prize of a basket of toys and books.

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Tributes MEMORIAM

MEMORIAM

Zuk, Ruby May 30, 1943 - November 4, 2015 In loving memory of our dear sister Ruby Zuk (Hook) who passed away November 4, 2015 If yellow roses grow in heaven Lord Please pick a bunch for us Place them in our sister’s arms and tell her that they’re from us.

Tell her that we love her and when she turns to smile Place a kiss upon her cheek and hold her for a while.

Because remembering her is easy We do it everyday But there’s an ache within our hearts That never goes away.

Sadly missed always remembered Albina, Dianna and our families

WANDYKA, Ernest & Kaye In loving memory of our dear parents and grandparents, Ernest who passed away November 5, 2001 and Kaye who passed away October 27, 2013.

We thought of you both with love today But that is nothing new.

We thought about you both yesterday And all the days before that too.

We think of you both in silence We often speak your names.

All we have are precious memories And your pictures in our frames.

Your memory is our keepsake With which we will never part.

God has you both in His keeping We have you both in our hearts.

So many times we needed you A million times we cried.

If love could have saved you both You never would have died.

In life we loved you both dearly In death we love both you still.

In our hearts we hold a place No one can every fill.

It broke our hearts to lose you both But you don’t go alone.

For part of us went with you The day God took you home.

We get strength from Dad’s (Gidee’s) favorite saying “Let’s Just Take It One Step at a Time”.

Forever loved, remembered and sadly missed by their loving family: children – Audrey (Theo) & Allan (Roxane), grandchildren & great-grandchild – Amanda (Trevor) & Ryler, Cody (Leah), Eric, Sara, Spencer, Kassandra, Kohl and Alan, numerous family members and friends.

DEMKIW, Gladys In Memory of Gladys Demkiw November 3rd, 1995 Mom There are no words to tell you Mom What losing you has meant But now each day brings memories Of happy years we spent.

You’d want us all to smile again And that’s just what we do Every time we reminisce With loving thoughts of you.

You’re with us when each new day dawns And when we say good night Our guardian angel here on earth and Heaven’s shining light.

Loving Memories Forever Of a very special Wife, Mom, Baba and Great-Baba Love, Tony, Gail, Glenda, Ross, Monica & families

PALAHNIUK, Victor In loving memory of Victor Palahniuk who passed away November 1, 2012.

A cluster of beautiful memories Sprayed with a million tears Wishing God had spared you But a few more years.

Thanks for the years you gave us And the happy times we’ve shared, We only pray that when you left us You knew how must we cared.

It’s lonely here without you We miss you more each day For life is not the same since you went away.

Always remembered and sadly missed by Wife Gladys; children: John, Michael (Monica) and Maria; grandchildren Mitchell and Mara

PEREPELETZA, Ronald (Ronnie) June 27, 1978 – November 1, 2015 Two years ago today our lives were changed when we lost our Son, Brother, Uncle, Grandson and Friend. Not a day that we don’t think of you.

We never had a chance to say good-bye and tell you that we love you. For all we have now is a picture in a frame and the memories of you. As we gather together we light a candle and place a flower or two on your grave stone we made just for you. We know you are in our presence and memories will always remain. As our lives go on without you nothing will be the same, there will always be a heartache and more often tears but what remains is the precious memories of the days when you were here. In our heart and minds we hope you are at peace and free of pain but ask of you is to please look over us and once in a while send us a sign so we know you are fine. We will love you and remember you always “Ronnie” till we meet again. May you be Resting in Peace.

Always Loved Mom, Dad, Donna, Kirk, Tom, Brandie, Brodey, Anita, John, Wyatt, Emmerson, Uncles, Aunts, and Grandpa John.

OBITUARY

OBITUARY

FLANAGAN, Reverend Kenneth Reginald On October 26, 2017, Reverend Kenneth Reginald Flanagan of Vegreville passed away at the age of 75 years.

Reverend Ken is survived by his loving wife, Betty; three daughters, Shannon (Chris), Connie and Erin (Darrel); two grandchildren, Tristan and Megan; brothers and sister, Richard (Penny), Larry (Sue), Susan and Pat (Sibine). Predeceased by his parents, Reginald and Beatrice.

Reverend Ken served in the Congregations, Marsden – Neilburg for 7 years, Whitecourt for 7 years, Vegreville for 7 years and then he retired for a few months, then he was called to serve in Viking – Irma for 3 years. Reverend Ken also served, as invited, for funerals and services and he was always a willing spirit.

Memorial Service Wednesday, November 1 at 2:00 p.m. at the Vegreville Social Centre, 4802 – 47 Avenue, Vegreville with Reverend Scott Reynolds officiating.

Cremation has taken place. In lieu of other tributes, donations may be made to the Alberta SPCA, 17904 – 118 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5S 2W3.

Photos, memories and condolences may be shared through www.parkmemorial.com.

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WEYMARK, Judith It is with great sadness that we announce that on October 21st, Judith Weymark passed away. She is survived by her husband Philip Lee; their three children Martha, Emmet, and Caleb; and her siblings Wendy Fougner and Bill Weymark.

Judith packed many lives in her 57 years: she was a BC girl, a New York business woman, a homemaker in small town Alberta, and a traveller who hiked the heights of Everest and the depths of the Grand Canyon.

And when she passed, she did so as a BC girl once again, in the city she loved, knowing she was loved by so many.

There will be a service to celebrate Judith on November 5th at 2pm at the West Vancouver United Church, 2062 Esquimalt Avenue, West Vancouver, B.C. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Nature Conservancy of Canada or to the West Vancouver United Church.

To know her was to love her.

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CAVANAUGH, Lily 1940 - 2017 Mrs. Lily Catherine Cavanaugh of Red Deer, Alberta passed away peacefully into God’s welcoming arms, surrounded by her loving family, at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre on Saturday, October 28, 2017 at the age of 77 years. She grew up on the family farm in Innisfree, Alberta. Lily was an active member of both St. Mary’s and Sacred Heart Catholic Parishes in Red Deer, and a member of the CWL for over forty years. In her earlier years, she was involved as an advocate for many Social Justice Organizations. Lily had a passion for teaching; she taught in Innisfree, Innisfail, and for several years in the Red Deer Catholic School Division. Lily and Pat enjoyed travelling together for many years. She was a warm, caring, devoted and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, mother-in-law, sister-in-law, aunt and friend, and she will be missed by all. Her genuine and loving smile will never be forgotten. She enjoyed socializing and hosting parties, and was always surrounded by the people she loved. Lily had tremendous strength and determination that carried her throughout her life. Lily will be lovingly remembered by her loving husband, Pat Cavanaugh and children, Charmaine (John) Marcinek and Darcy (Corinne) Cavanaugh, as well as six grandchildren; Michael, Nathan, James, Christina, Christopher and Justin, along with numerous in-laws, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her Mom and Dad, a brother, a brother-in-law, a niece and numerous aunts and uncles. Prayers will be held at Parkland Funeral Home, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer, Alberta, on Friday, November 3, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 6 McMillan Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, on Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. with Father Len Cadieux, Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations in Lily’s honour may be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation at www. heartandstroke.ca or to a charity of the donor’s choice.

Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com. Arrangements in care of Parkland Funeral Home and Crematorium, 6287 – 67 A Street (Taylor Drive), Red Deer.

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A third of Vegreville CPC workers would rather quit than move to Edmonton: union A deadline related to the transfer of the Immigration, Refugee and Citizenship Case Processing Centre (CPC) in Vegreville has come and gone. The union involved claims way more employees are rejecting the notion of moving to Edmonton than what the government expected.

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It’s a Boy DJ & Christina Austin of Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta are pleased and excited to announce the arrival of their first child, a big bouncing baby boy, Brody Daryl who arrived on October 14, 2017 at 8:14 pm. at the Fort Saskatchewan Community Hospital. He weighed 9 lbs. 11 oz., and 21.25 inches long. Equally ecstatic first time grandparents are Daryl and Donna Austin, second time grandparent is Ken and the late Kim Charuk all of Vegreville.

The Semeniuk Family all wish to thank Dr. Labuschagne, Laurie and all the staff at the Vegreville Family Clinic for the compassionate and exceptional care they gave Clarence (Ray) Semeniuk. Vegreville is truly blessed to have such a professional and caring Family Clinic. Thank you again.

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Rosanne Fortier Every year, Vision Credit Union holds a day to appreciate their customers. On October 19, citizens were treated to a table filled with cake, refreshments, and coffee. Door prizes and a draw to win $500 were available too.

Branch Manager, Mitch Bachelet said the Credit Union is locally and ruralbased where a lot of their profits go back into the community through donations and by other means.

THANK YOU The Semeniuk Family wish to express their gratitude to all the staff at the Vegreville Health Unit, for their compassionate and generous care of Clarence (Ray) Semeniuk. We appreciate their thoughtfulness and concern for the Semeniuk family during this difficult time. Thank you.

This man looks over the cake and refreshments. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

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Future of vEGGfest?

Vegreville & Distirct Chamber of Commerce Submitted A push to pre-sell 500 weekend passes for ‘vEGGfest 2018’ starts today and will determine the future of the annual 2-day music festival in Vegreville, Alberta.

“We need your support!” says Vegreville & District Chamber of Commerce President Kathy Dmytriw, ““We saw a decline in ticket sales in 2017 and without an assurance that this event that will be supported by potential ticket purchasers so we need to reach our goal before November 30th or vEGGfest will not be able to continue. Period. We want to give people every opportunity to continue to be a part of this great event and the vibrancy that the weekend brings to town.”

The thirty-day ticket sales drive has adopted a ‘KickStarter’ model and is essentially asking those interested in attending vEGGfest this summer to commit to purchasing ‘x-number of weekend passes’ on December 1st to ensure an arduous refund process isn’t necessary should the goal not be met.

Also similarly to ‘KickStarter’, the sales drive has included incentives and rewards at various levels of support, from ‘I SAVED vEGGfest’ Buttons, a

chance to vote on the Headlining Talent at vEGGfest 2018 and even the opportunity to introduce the Headliners on stage as a ‘Special Guest Emcee’.

“We’re hoping the community will support vEGGfest for the celebration it is and the benefit it has for the community” explained Dmytriw. “It’s a big backyard party with world class talent on the stage with friends, family and visitors to Vegreville enjoying the show.”

In its first three years, vEGGfest has generated over $50,000 for various local not-for-profit groups while also earmarking funds for the preservation of the World’s Largest Pysanka, a landmark synonymous with Vegreville and recognized across the country and beyond.

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A beacon of hope Nancy Mereska Commentary From 1999 to 2001, I fought a most egregious Lymphoma.

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Each room has two tall windows with ample window sills on which I placed pictures of my family. The view outside was fairly dismal as it was Christmas time. There was a crane standing where now the Kaye Medical Centre sits. I could see this crane clearly from my bed.

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I don’t know who strung those lights. I just know that they gave me peace in the middle of the night when all was quiet except for the machines pumping non-stop beside my bed. Cancer leaves very few people side-effect free. Still, there are nights when pain is asleep preventer, my mind’s eye can see those lights strung high in the night on a crane by a worker who brought cheer to patients behind those windows. The sight of them can still give me peace and put me to sleep.

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Inset: Brynn Weleschuk tries to bowl with a pumpkin at the ghost bowling game.

(Rosanne Fortier/photos)

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A Massive Craft Sale and Flea Market

Rosanne Fortier Vegreville Senior Sunshine Club Center was a hub of around 37 vendors with original crafts, trade show products, and white elephant items at the Sunshine Club Craft Sale and Flea Market on October 21.

Citizens of all ages ventured out to this sale as it had the convenience of a food concession stand.

Sherri Andriashyk from Sherri’s Crocheted Creations was crocheting at her table. Sherri had

many crochet items for sale. She has been crocheting for three years now and she just loves it. She started doing it as a hobby and it continued to grow from there.

This sale wasn’t profit driven. The Sunshine Club holds these sales twice a year to have people come to their center and bring awareness of what they offer. They also wanted to give vendors an extra avenue to sell their wares.

Citizens of all ages shopped from around 37 vendors.

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Some of the Refugee Sponsorship Vegreville Committee in no particular order-Jocelyn Hryniw, Ataullah Khan, Bryan Butler, Judy Hamm, Bill Hamm, Darcy Humeniuk, Terry Kubin, Annette Schieck, Janet Rowlands, Hesham Mostata, Aliaa El-mezawy, Antoinette Fortier, Sandi Humeniuk, Rev. Carolyn Woodall, Ralph Lange. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier With the community’s assistance, Refugee Sponsorship Vegreville has met their goal of raising $30,000 to sponsor a Syrian refugee family so they can live in Vegreville.

This was mentioned at the Refugee Sponsorship Vegreville committee meeting at Vegreville United Church on October 26.

Caroline Knowles composed an update where she said the process of sponsoring

a refugee family began early in 2016 when they heard about the Syrian conflict. “From when the first reports of people in grave danger, fleeing for their lives, reached us there were many members of this community whose hearts went out to those refugees with the desire to give them a safe haven. The United Church acted as an official host of sponsorship.

“The committee of diverse individuals has been working to raise the required

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VES Halloween Event Carves with Creativity Rosanne Fortier The only emergency sounds were the shouts of joy and gleeful fright from the games and haunted house at the Vegreville Emergency Services (VES) Third Annual Halloween Event at Vegreville Emergency Service Building on October 27.

Primary Care Paramedic, Stacy Robert invented the games where the prizes were candies. The games included a ring toss on a witches’ hat, a ghost bowling game where they bowled with pumpkins, a slime game where there were different poker chips inside the slime and participants had to dig through this and if they found the flat poker chip, they could win a bigger candy, a squirt gun game, and a game where people bowled and if they got it inside of the pumpkin, they could enter to win a $25 prepaid master card that the winner can use wherever they wanted to use it.

A large table that was never vacant was where parents assisted their children at pumpkin carving.

The haunted house was another big attraction where some children went through more than once. The whole hall became foggy as soon as people entered this house. Participants were all smiles as they left the house and gave their impression of being in it. Mary Mynzak said it wasn’t scary being inside.

“It was just fun and awesome,” Mary added.

Other children said the haunted house was great, neat and good to be in. A few kids said it was scary and they revealed why it was but this needs to be a well-kept secret for the people who organized this event.

The admission to this event was free with a donation to Vegreville Food Bank because this is VES’s main charity they collect for. Free popcorn was available and there was a concession stand with hot-dogs and pop.

Volunteers from many organizations helped with this event.

Top: The hall became foggy while people waited to enter the haunted house.

Children and parents enjoy the popcorn.

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Members of Refugee Sponsorship Vegreville Committee listen at the meeting. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

funds to be able to support the family for one year. The committee is gratefully acknowledging the generous support of the community at large. Some of the events and fundraisers have been three garage sales, a sing-a-

long evening, a Syrian themed supper, Christmas cards as thanks for donations, a cupcake sale, a movie night, and an on-going bottle drive. We are very grateful to Vegreville Bottle Depot for doing this and they will continue to collect these; donors can add their returnable bottles to the Refugee Committee’s special bin at the Vegreville Bottle Depot.

“We have many household items in storage and once the family is known to be on the route, a home will be arranged. Then items already accumulated will be supplemented to make sure that all the basic necessities are in place.

“At this point, we celebrate that the family has passed their first interview and medicals. In the next few months, we will have a family of four; parents and two young children to welcome and bring into the community.

“We can offer a reasonably peaceful place for this

family but we must be sensitive to the fact that they have been forced to leave their home, their country, and their extended family and come to a place extremely different from their original home.

“Many of us have experienced feelings of grief, loss, and stress. This should make us more able to empathize with others going through other traumatic events such as fleeing from a home that is no longer safe.

“For those interested in finding out more about the situation of refugees around the world a new documentary, “Human Flow” by Ai Weiwei, Chinese artist and activist, can be found on youtube, as well as, interviews with him on CBC Radio1 program “Q” and a podcast of this interview can be found on the “Q” website,” Knowles said.

For more information, contact the Refugee Sponsorship Vegreville Committee at Vegreville United Church 780-632-2338.

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ATV Safe Riders’ program Vegreville’s Human Library Instructor for Alberta Safe Riders Program, Lori Zacaruk gives an interactive presentation about snowmobile and off-highway vehicle safety. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

The‘RCMP Life’ with Jerry Nutbrown station.

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Rosanne Fortier Their life’s stories are their book. Many citizens of all ages participated in speaking to the oral storytellers at the Vegreville’s Human Library at Vegreville Centennial Library on October 21.

Each storyteller had a station and people took turns to speak to them. ‘RCMP Life’ with Jerry Nutbrown spoke about how Nutbrown had 17 years of police service where he worked in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. Nutbrown has investigated petty theft all the way to investigating homicides. He said in a small town a policeman has to work at all the general duties. His favorite job was his first post in Manitoba where

human library - CONTINUED ON PAGE 6 Rosanne Fortier Accidents with ATV’s have devastating effects on a person’s life. However, disasters can be prevented by planning safety practices ahead of time. Instructor for Alberta Safe Riders Program, Lori Zacaruk gave an inter-action presentation about snowmobile and off-highway vehicle safety at St. Mary’s High School on October 17.

Most of the functions of the human’s body are controlled by the brain. So, wearing a helmet is a must before driving an ATV! Helmets should fit snug, be done up properly, cover the full face, and be safety certified.

When you are driving an ATV, do not use alcohol or drugs, do not speed, follow the rules of the road or trail, get to know the snowmobile you are driving, keep the ATV properly maintained, wear seat belts with roll cages, be familiar with the terrain you are riding on, wear the right layered clothing, carry a first-aid kit, know and use proper hand signals.

Zacaruk said decisions that a person makes fast for short-term benefits when they don’t plan safe precautions can have long-term consequences. Students were formed into groups where they told a true story of people they knew who got injured in an off-highway vehicle. After this, they focused on one of the stories and created a scenario of how they could have done it better to prevent this tragedy from happening.

A participant from each group went to the front and took on the role of a person who became a paraplegic, a blind person, a person who broke their jaw and had to eat from a straw, and the person who suffered a concussion where they had head, hand and eye coordination problems so bad that they struggled to do things that even kindergarten’s can do.

Students were then asked to close their eyes and think how it would make them feel if they lost a parent due to an impaired driver or if they killed a friend from being an impaired driver.

A short video called, ‘Pitch Perfect’ was shown next.

Zacaruk then discussed tips to avoid and survive an avalanche which is to be prepared, obtain avalanche training, carry a transceiver, probe and keep spare batteries in a back-pack, carry rescue equipment, test the transceiver’s transmit before leaving and additional information can be found at an avalanche.ca

Riders can wear an avalanche airbag but this doesn’t save people from all avalanches.

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human library - CONTINUED from PAGE 5 But Madam, They are all Weeds with Bryan Butler station where Bryan speaks about living in Africa.

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Alberta Health Services ALBERTA HEALTHY LIVING PROGRAM has a variety of workshops available in the Vegreville area! Weight Wise, Craving Change, Diabetes the Basics and Better Choices, Better Health. Call 1-877-314-6997 for more information and to register. All classes will take place at the Vegreville Community Health Centre (5318-50 Street)

12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Tuesday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014 – 50 St, Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933. www.therockmc.com

Vegreville Food Bank Is located in the Maple Street Worship Centre at 4615 Maple Street and is open Tuesday & Friday year-round from 10am – noon. Phone 780-632-6002 or email: vegfoodbank93@gmail.com

Every Wednesday Trapshooting Outdoor Range 7:00pm. Contact Geoff 780-632-1432

Vegreville Rotary Peace Park Bookings please call Vegreville News Advertiser 780-632-2861.

Girl Guides of Canada SPARKS – Kindergarten & Grade 1 to be determined. BROWNIES – Grades 2 & 3 meet every Monday 6:00-7:30pm GUIDES – Grades 4 to 6 meet Wednesday from 6:30-8:00pm. All groups meet at St. John Lutheran Church, 4513 Maple Street, Vegreville.

For more information call Jocelyn 780-6033839 Oil Wives Club of Vegreville. A smile. A handclasp. A world of welcome. Are the links in our chain of friendship. This we believe. Our Association has been around or 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 @ 780-6324922 or Shirley @ 780-632-3283 for more information.

Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare). Please visit the Basilian Fathers Museum (Mundare) this summer to see its latest exhibit, “Peter Lipinski: Large and Small Canvases,” along with an ongoing display devoted to Bp. Budka in Canada. The museum is open Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm and weekends, July and August, 1-5pm.

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. MaySept Tues-Fri 11-5, Sat-Sun 1-5. Oct-April phone for current hours. 1 km east of Vegreville on Hwy 16A. www.vegreville.com (780)6327650

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) Weigh-in 4:45pm. Meeting 5:30pm at St. John Lutheran Church, 4513 Maple St., Vegreville. 780-6327433 or 780-658-2670.

341 MUNDARE ROYAL CANADIAN AIR CADETS FREE to join. Join Air Cadets for adventure that will take you from the ground up! Wednesday evenings 6:30-9:00pm 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 Friday Prayers: Weekly Jumaat prayer in Two Hills. If interested, please contact Deen 780603-6090 or Waseem 780-603-8443 Friday Prayers: Weekly Jumaat prayer in Vegreville. If interested, please contact Hesham 780-603-6245 / 780-632-2721 or Azeem 780885-2627 How Disciples live Bible study and workshops.

We meet every Friday night at The Rock 501450 St. at 7pm. Call for info 780-632-2933 or www.therockmc.com Bible Study at 10 am at the Vegreville Seventhday Adventist Church, 5258 – 46 Ave. Everyone Welcome.

12 Step RECOVERY AT ROCK GROUP meets every Saturday at 7pm in the upper room at 5014-50 Street Vegreville, AB. For info call 780632-2933. www.therockmc.com 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 780-632-6565.

Vegreville Iron Runners Auto Club at 7:30 p.m. at Vegreville Regional Museum. Call 780-6327729 or 780-632-3495 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 from 7-8 pm. Call Kim at 780-658-2550 for location details.

Vegreville Elks Lodge #143 meets first Thursday every month except July and August. Meetings are held in the Elks Hall at 7:30 pm. Contact Robert Bennett 780-632-4717.

HEADS UP for AA Meets at Vegreville Hospital every Monday at 8:00 PM 3rd floor.

Vegreville Wildlife Federation (Alberta, Fish & Game Association) Please check website VWF. ca Email: vegrevillewildlife@gmail.com

Effective Immediately. Alanon New Beginning Meeting will be changing day and time from Thursday to Monday from 8:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Call 780-275-0054 for location.

“Women’s Book Club” meets first Thursday of each month at 6:30pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library

Rotary Club of Vegreville meets for lunch meetings every Monday at 12pm at VALID 4843-49 St., Vegreville. For more information contact Jody Nicholson at 780-632-2418.

THE RED HAT ROSES, a chapter of the Red Hat Society, an international social group for mature women, meet for fun and friendship at Leonel’s Place at 1:30pm the second Monday of every month. See www.redhatsociety.com

Every Monday 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Join us in the Mundare Drop-In Centre “Walk-Along” fitness program. Literature available to help you with your personal program. Walk at the Drop- in Centre, and also, weather permitting, we will walk in Ukainia Park. Everyone Welcome!!

THE CLASSY CANADIANS, a chapter of the Crown Jewels of Canada Society, a national social group for mature women meet for fun friendship and caring at Leonel’s Place the fourth Monday of every month at 1:30pm. See www.crownjewelsofcanada.com

he had many adventures and got to work with gangs.

‘Lawyers and Politicians are People Too’, was hosted by Verlyn Olson. Olson said that both professions are essentials to the things of a free and democratic society.

‘Democracy and Human Rights, Why I am an International Election Observer’ was presented by Natalia Toroshenko.

‘Is Love All You Need? A Young Widow’s Journey to Hope’ was hosted by Christine McCourt-Reid.

Radio Roots was presented by Jamieson Brown where he said he has 10 years in the radio industry and he has worked in six communities where he worked with every type of position. Jamieson spoke about what he learned along the way.

But Madam, They are all Weeds with Bryan Butler who is an educator was about his experiences when he lived in six African countries over 10 years. He spoke about how they have a market on Tuesday’s that covers as large a space as Vegreville Composite High School.

Ataullah Kran, PHD is the lead scientist for the Thermo Chemical Processing group at Innotech Alberta in Vegreville.

Kran spoke about the challenges and opportunities for immigrants.

This was a Canada 150 passport event.

Vegreville Lions Club meets at Sunshine Senior Centre – 4630 - 49 Street. Meeting 7 p.m. 2ND Tuesday.

Kinsmen Club of Vegreville holds meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the Vegreville Kinsmen Golf Course.

Call Mike Webb at 780-632-2666 days THE ALBERTA DRAFT HORSE CLUB meetings every 2nd Saturday of every 2nd month. 780-764-2099 Vegreville Hospitals Auxiliary Society meets third Wednesday of every month, except July and August. Meetings held in Senior Sunshine Club – 4630 – 49 Street at 7:00 p.m. Call 780632-6323 Royal Canadian Legion Vegreville Branch #39 General Meeting every 3rd Wednesday of September, November, February and June at 7:00pm. All members welcome to attend.

Vegreville Garden Club meets the last Monday every month at the Seniors Sunshine Club, 4630 – 49 St. at 7:00 p.m. President – Dianna Bibkewich 780-632-7193 The New Vegreville Aquarium Club meets every last Monday at 7:00pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library “Writer’s Group” meets last Tuesday of each month at 2:00pm at the Vegreville Centennial Library Legacy 4 Health Indoor Walking Program for Older Adults 10-11am at the Vegreville Centennial Library Gymnasium 4709-50 St, Contact 780-632-2977, 780-632-6437, Carol Lynn Babiuk 780-632-3331 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 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 632-2261 for more information 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.

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 632- 7070.

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 780-632-7920 for more information.

Senior Floor Curling at 1:00p.m. every Monday & Thursday. Anyone interested please come to the Sunshine Club. 55+. Call 780-632-2624.

Vegreville Flying Club meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month at 7:30 p.m. at Terminal Building 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 AA Meeting in Mundare Sunday’s 7PM Town Building, Conference Room 5128 50th St. Contact Robert 780-656-5829 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.

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

PlayNation Poker, Vegreville Legion. Free live poker every first, second & fourth Wednesday evening at the Vegreville Legion. Register at 6:45 pm and cards in the air at 7:00 pm. For more information, contact allang@playnationpoker.com GA HOPE WITH HELP MEETING VEGREVILLE. Meeting held every Wednesday night at the Sunshine Club of Vegreville at 7:30 p.m. in the boardroom 4630 – 49 Street.

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All Creatures Great and Small

Elk Island Public Schools Submitted In largely rural communities, it’s not unusual for children to grow up around animals of all sizes. Not surprisingly, when Mundare School polled its students about developing new junior high option programming last year, many expressed an interest in learning more about livestock and pets. The school responded by launching a new option course called animal husbandry.

“We have a lot of rural students and every year, they express a huge interest in animals,” says Jason Lafrance, the teacher who developed and instructs the new course. “We’re able to tap into that enthusiasm and provide them not only with important information about animal biology and welfare, but also handson experience in animal care and safety.”

Currently, 39 students in grades 7 and 8 are studying horses and discussing equine behavioural attributes, basic needs, training, transportation and safety of both the handler and the animal. To complement what students are learning, horses are

brought to the school so students can put what they’ve learned into action while under close supervision.

“I’m really excited about this class,” says Rian Theroux, a Grade 8 student at Mundare School. “We’re getting a chance to learn about horses, dogs, cattle, small pets and birds. I like that we get to actually work with the animals and practice what we’re being taught.”

In addition to Lafrance, a practicing veterinarian helps guide the curriculum that’s taught throughout the course.

Other topics students will learn about include nutrition, basic health, disease identification, treatment and prevention.

“Combined with the experience that a lot of these students already gained by growing up in a rural area, we’re able to run a program that will positively impact them, whether that’s by raising livestock, choosing a career in animal care or by becoming responsible pet owners,” says Lafrance. “This is the kind of class that reaches kids on several levels.”

Mundare School serves approximately 170 students in pre-kindergarten to Grade 8

GANG at a Supper in Vegreville

Citizens at the ham supper-Holly Cependa, Ron Cependa, Vera Miskiw, Cindy Bentley, Gordon Miller and others. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

Rosanne Fortier Vegreville United Church Ham Supper on October 25 served a delicious meal, according to the people who attended.

Members of The GANG, Colleen Kennedy, and Louise Barr. (Rosanne Fortier/photo)

There were many pies for sale that were made by volunteers the day before.

However, the most interesting part of the supper was the facts The GANG (Grandmothers of Alberta for a New Generation) was at the meal also and was selling craft items they created.

Members, Lois Barr and Colleen Kennedy who are from the Edmonton group said each group from across Canada has their own name. Their group has about 85 members in The GANG but across Canada, there are over 10 thousands grandmothers who are members. The GANG generated close to a million in the 11 years they have been operating. The grandmothers donate their time and materials.

The proceeds go the Stephan Lewis Foundation where they send the money directly to grassroots projects in Africa supporting them in the frontlines of the AIDS pandemic.

They might need it for education, coffins for their own children, or for grieve counseling.

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Christmas already?

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Vegreville Preschool Association receives cheque Pictured is Daphne Miller presenting a cheque for 1003.00, the commission on the Vegreville Pre School Association share of the sales.

Representing the Vegreville Pre School Association is Brittany Erickson and son Drew.

Dan Beaudette Vegreville News Advertiser The Vegreville Crisis Association held their annual, major fundraiser, the hockey draft. Every year the hockey draft is sold and this year they engaged the Vegreville Pre School Association to help them along with the Football Club. The funds raised from the Crisis Association go towards funding the “Help Line” and the “Victim Services Unit. Daphne Miller was the co-ordinator for the hockey draft and said they sold more this year than last.

Anniversary of CPC closure Dan Beaudette The News Advertiser Tree lights were going up on Main Street last week with the town crew pictured putting them up. I guess that is just a reminder that Christmas is just around the corner and happens on December 25 of every year. Watch for the wonderful evening of light up and Santa parade to be announced soon. Just a reminder that if you purchase your gifts early you will find a big load off your shoulders come a week before the big day.

Rachel Farr Communication Co-ordinator - Town of Vegreville “One year ago on October 27, the federal government announced it was closing the Case Processing Centre after 23 years in our community. With the stroke of a pen, the federal government eliminated almost 10% of our community’s working population and moved over 230 jobs to Edmonton.

To this day it is hard for residents to understand how the federal government would make this decision without a detailed business case, no economic impact assessment, and no consultation with residents.

Our community has submitted repeated pleas to Prime Minster Justin Trudeau; Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Minister Ahmed Hussen; and Infrastructure Minister Amarjeet Sohi.

Many have joined us in our cause including our MP Shannon Stubbs, local MLA Jessica Littlewood, the Alberta and Canadian Chambers of Commerce as well as the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

Despite all our collective efforts, no one from the federal government has reached out to our community with an offer of assistance to this day - one year after the original announcement.

Since the federal government has refused to discuss any solutions our Town Council has taken the initiative over the past few months and developed a plan with partners who want to work with our community.

Our strength has always been our ability to pull together in the face of adversity. We will continue to fight for our community. Like the previous generations who founded Vegreville, we will work hard to build a better future, to create jobs, drive growth and improve the lives of our residents.”