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From left Manager Rommel Mandocdoc, KidSport representative Derek Young, and Owner Greg Whitney. Photo Jerianne Bardoel

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Vermilion Tim Hortons owner Greg Whitney along with manager Rommel M a n d o c d o c p r e s e nte d K i d S p o r tVermilion representative Derek Young

a donation on March 5. The donation was proceeds from the ‘Smile Cookie’ campaign that was held from September 14-20, 2020. The presentation was delayed due to COVID and Whitney said, “I was thankful for all the support

from Vermilion and surrounding areas; this isn’t possible without them.” He also thanked his staff for all the hard work they put into the campaign.

KidSport Vermilion has been operating for more than 15 years and provides

grant funding up to $300 for children under the age of 18 to cover registration and/or equipment costs. Eligibility is based on the total income and number of persons per household,” commented Young.

Councillors Robert Snow and Kevin Martin, Associate Celene-Rose Polischuk, Senior Partner Scott Polischuk, Mayor Greg Throndson, Associate Beaudon Rogers, Councillor Robert Pulyk, and Senior Partner Todd Kirkpatrick at the ribbon-cutting ceremony for PSM Lawyers on January 25. Photo Caylie Gnyra

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PSM Lawyers. family law, and civil litigation. business grows. “It does mean a lot to Lloydminster is the home base for In the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Senior be able to come back home and work in Vermilion’s Town Council celebrated PSM Lawyers, but they have recently Partner Scott Polischuk emphasized the the town and provide a valuable service the opening of a new law office in the expanded into Wainwright and now importance of consistently showing up for where I grew up,” he says. community with a ribbon-cutting cere- Vermilion, offering a wide range of profes- a community. In addition to his involvePSM Lawyers’ new Vermilion office is mony on January 25. Beaudon Rogers, sional legal services to residents and ment in the Vermilion Rotary Club and located at 5016A 49 Avenue, sharing an who grew up in Vermilion, has returned to businesses. Their work includes corpo- coaching local hockey, Rogers will be in entryway with Leckie & Associates. For his hometown after the completion of his rate and commercial work, real estate, the Vermilion office on Thursdays, with more information on their services or to articling year to open a new office under wills and estate planning, agribusiness, plans to expand hours and personnel as contact Rogers, visit https://psmlaw.ca/ Reporter

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The Vermilion Voice | January 30, 2024

Knights Of Columbus Pancake Breakfast

a sweet tooth, there were strawber- not only a delicious meal but also an a difference to an organization in the ries, blueberries, and whipped cream opportunity to come together and make community.

The aroma of sizzling sausages, to put on their pancakes or enjoy as a fluffy pancakes, and fried hash browns dessert. filled the air at St. Jerome’s school Mark your calendars, because this as the Knights of Columbus hosted a delight ful break fast is no one-time delectable pancake breakfast on the affair. The Knights of Columbus have morning of January 28. committed to hosting this feast on the T h e K n i g h t s o f C o l u m b u s , a last Sunday of every month, running renowned community organization, through until the end of April. spared no effort in creating a delightful Beyond the scrumptous food and dining experience for attendees. From happy atmosphere, the event served 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., residents of the local a purpose greater than gastronomy. community gathered in the school’s This month’s breakfast proceeds were lunchroom area to savour a hear ty earmarked to St. Jerome’s Kindergarbreakfast prepared by the dedicated ten. members of the Knights of Columbus.

The Knights of Columbus pancake The break fast menu was nothing breakfast at St. Jerome’s school exemshort of a culinary delight, featuring plifies the spirit of community bonding pancakes, sausages, ham, scrambled and charity. It is a cherished event on eggs, and hash browns. For those with the local calendar, offering residents Knights of Columbus and Kindergarten teachers. Photo Lorna Hamilton Reporter

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Agri-Visions 2024

including the World Bank, Monsanto, ual speaker sessions (excluding the part of our Hall of Fame wall,” stated the and the US Peace Corps, Crowe brings Keynote during the Heart of the Farm Lloydminster Exhibition press release.

Agri-Visions is making a triumphant a wealth of experience to the table. His Banquet) can be accessed for $20. VariAttendees will also have the opportureturn on February 14-15, 2024, spon- keynote address will delve into effective ous conference packages, tradeshow nity to participate in an insightful semisored by Synergy Credit Union, Rich- communication strategies, conflict reso- passes, and tickets for the Heart of The nar with Keynote Speaker Vance Crowe, ardson Pioneer, and 840 CFCW. This lution, and building rapport with critics Farm Banquet are currently available for sponsored by NFP. two-day extravaganza, a collaborative and stakeholders. purchase at www.lloydex.com.

The Lloydminster Agricultural Exhieffort under one roof, is set to empower Beyond the keynote, Agri-Visions will During the Heart of the Farm Banquet, bition Association, a stalwart commuboth grain and cattle producers with the feature an impressive roster of speakers sponsored by Weir Veterinary Services, nity-based organization serving Lloydlatest insights and innovations. including Anne Wasko, Dr. Stuart Smyth, the Lloydminster Ex and partners will minster and its surrounding areas since With a variety of conference pack- Jonathan Driedger, Chris Beaudr y, honour Jean Wobeser into the Hall Of 1904, is the driving force behind Agriages designed to cater to diverse Dawn Hnatow, Dr. Trent Wennekamp, Fame for all her hard work and contri- Visions. Committed to enhancing both needs, Agri-Visions 2024 promises to Charlotte Wasylik, Grant Lastiwka, Rod butions not only to the Association but the agricultural and urban communibe an interactive information event with Nikkel, James Oberhofer, Joel Boken- also the impact she has made on their ties, the Association provides facilities sessions spanning cattle, grain, and the fohr, Mike Palmier, Elston Solberg, Dave community as a whole. and resources for business, educabroader agricultural industry, all with an Cubbon, and Brent Gossner.

“Jean was the first female President tion, social, and recreational activities eye toward the future.

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UCP Fundraising Luncheon

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Submitted developing energy resources are not in conflict and some people say, ‘It’s not that big of deal,’ Canadians and people around the world will The Vermilion-Lloydminster-Wainwright with each other. In fact, the only way that the but in this job I wind up dealing with a lot of look to and say, ‘There is the land of opporConstituency Association hosted leader of the world is ever going to meaningfully reduce people that are really close on their budgets, tunity that my family and I want to make our United Conservative Party, Danielle Smith, and emissions while avoiding energy poverty is to and an extra $100 a month would be a big deal home.’ Or people will say, ‘Those are the local MLA, Garth Rowswell, in Lloydminster on develop our energy resources using the new to them. And for small business employers, if people that I want my family to be part of and January 27. As part of the fundraising tour, she and emerging technology that is being funded we could save them approximately $1,400 per to work with and build a community with,’ also visited Grande Prairie, Bonnyville, and by that very resource development.” employee, that’s a big deal.” because we are that place, and Albertans are Camrose.

During the question period they discussed Smith added, “Last year Albertans paid $9 that people.

The event kicked things off at Rolling Greens green energy, fertilizer, parenting rights, billion into CPP and Alberta seniors claimed “Since the establishment of the Alberta Fairways with a meeting with concerned pensions, and the revolving door of the justice $5 billion, so that is $4 billion leaving the prov- First Cabinet Policy Committee, private constituents; followed by a luncheon and Q & A system. Rowswell said, “Regarding rural crime ince to subsidize elsewhere.” members have had much more input into the session moderated by local podcaster, Shaun - it’s a real problem; a number of farmers have As for overreach on energy and the power development of policy, allowing us to really Newman. During the luncheon, Rowswell been hit over and over again, and in the oil grid, plastics, and the Emergencies Act she feel included,” said Rowswell. “Ministers noted that a portion of proceeds that will be industry they are ripping the copper off of trans- said, “We’ve got a Federal Government that bring an issue to our Policy Committee, then staying locally will be put towards getting youth formers. When I first got elected, people wanted acts in an unconstitutional and lawless way, it goes to Cabinet, then it goes back to the more involved in politics and help to send them to blame the police, but after seeing that they and it’s up to us to push back against them. entire Caucus with the necessary changes to the AGM and other functions. are doing their job and the legal system was You know what I say to them? Not a chance. made at each level. This really lends itself to VP of Youth, 14-year-old Kaitlyn Rue said, letting them down. My concern is that people Our UCP Caucus is never going to waiver in caucus unity, and I give a lot of that credit to “During a time when my voice was weak, are losing trust in the institutions and may start defending the rights and livelihoods of the Danielle and how hard she works.”

I heard Premier Danielle Smith speaking up taking things into their own hands.” people of Alberta. And we will thwart every Constituency Association President, Ryan for what she believed and valued, and it gave “On January 12, in some parts of this prov- effort of the Federal Government to do so. Armstrong, thanked everyone for coming, and me the strength to start doing the same. Dani- ince it was -61 degrees Celsius with the wind Until we have a government in Ottawa that for their donations to help support upcoming elle Smith is a leader with integrity, morals and chill; I don’t think there are many places on the understands the concept of nation-building, campaigns. grace. She has shown me how to stand my planet that cold,” said Smith. “How much solar the Constitution, and ground when you are fighting for what is right. do you think was being produced at night? the power of provinces Danielle has brought unity to this province and Zero. How much wind? After a certain number to achieve their goals is showing the world what an amazing province of hours of it being -30 degrees Celsius (or and aspirations, we are Alberta is.” colder) they have to power down wind turbines, not going to give - not Smith said, “I wanted to see a Director of otherwise they will have mechanical failure. one inch. We will never Youth at the AGM at the Provincial level, so I’m Can you imagine the risk of rolling blackouts in c om promise on the so happy to see it at this constituency board. If those temperatures for half an hour at a time, future of Albertans. We we can get a network of young people, then we for 120,000 homes at 6 o’clock at night; people are going to hold firm can really start to cultivate that next generation making their dinner, kids doing homework, not to the knowledge that of leadership. I think you’re setting a wonderful knowing when their lights are going to come the world needs more example, so thank you for doing that. back on? What happened when the call went Alber ta energy and “From my perspective, I believe the conser- out is, everybody stood up and turned their technology, not less vative movement in Alberta is stronger than it’s lights off and unplugged their unnecessary of it, and we intend to ever been, and it’s growing faster than it ever appliances; and within one minute, 100MW empower Albertans to has. We are united as a movement and as a came off the grid, and within five minutes 200 deliver it. caucus and as a party like we have never been MW came off the grid. I can tell you my minister Regarding the world before. The last election victory and the grow- was pretty emotional thinking about that - that’s stage she said, “I can tell ing strength of our party is so critical to the 500,000 households that leapt into action in you, Alberta is leading future of our province, and to the future of our five minutes to make sure that our power didn’t and we must continue country because Canada really needs Alberta go out. That to me that speaks to the character to lead. We have to be in order to be a national leader. of Albertans.” that shining city on a hill “The entire world is looking to us right now As for the potential Alberta Pension Plan, - that land of promise that From left Premier Danielle Smith, and local MLA, Garth Rowswell to demonstrate that reducing emissions and Rowswell said, “I’ve done three town halls the best and brightest of during the UCP luncheon. Photo Angela Mouly

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Craig Baird

A New Rink But No New High School

cold stretches during the winter. dence on the part of those who were purchase would be given every considAnother business that opened in in favour of the bylaw. He believed that eration.

The community of January 1928 was the Co-Operative Dry there was a concern among those who There was a bit of sad news though.

Vermilion was boom- Goods and Grocery Store. It opened for voted against it that it would cause a tax E.T. Cunningham passed away on Jan. 8. ing in 1928. There business on Jan. 16 and was built next increase.

He was a veterinary surgeon in the area. was a lot of money to the hardware store. This made it much T h e c o m m u n i t y ’s f i n a n c e s wer e A few days before he died, he was at a flowing around and more convenient for residents when doing very well. The Town of Vermilion farm when he fell down the cellarway of no one had any idea that in two short shopping for goods in the community. released its financial statement on Jan. a house. He never regained consciousyears, The Great Depression would Despite the booming times, the resi- 27, which stated that there were total ness and died in Saskatoon. He was only change everything. dents of Vermilion were not about to just receipts for the year aggregating nearly 51. A graduate of the Ontario Veterinary The residents of Vermilion were cele- throw money around though. When a $75,000, while the balance of credit was College, he moved to Vermilion in 1905. brating on Jan. 21, 1928 when a new skat- bylaw was submitted on Jan. 9 to rate- $5,000 and a budget surplus of $8,000 Contact Craig at craig@canadaehx. ing rink was opened in the community. payers to authorize the borrowing of was reported. com Support Craig by donating at www.

The rink had cost $15,000 to build and $23,000 for the purpose of erecting a The biggest project during the year canadaehx.com (Click Donate) was built through donations and support four-room high school was narrowly was the building of the rink. The next Listen to his pod casts Canadian by local men and women in the commu- defeated. In the vote, 99 voted against it project for the community was going to History Ehx, Canada’s Great War, From nity. Walter Street was the contractor and 96 voted in favour. Chairman of the be the erecting of a power plant. Mayor John to Justin, Pucks and Cups and and he pushed the work through even School Board J.W.G. Morrison attributed Fallow was in favour of the building of Canada: A Yearly Journey on all podcast though the area went through some very the defeat of the bylaw to over-confi- the plant, but stated that proposals for platforms.

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The Vermilion Voice | January 30, 2024

Lorna Hamilton

Clandonald Agricultural Society’s ‘Hay’ Event

Drone Applications in Agriculture, cover- onald an enduring source of community connection and celebration. ing field mapping, spraying, fertilizing, and Since the drought of 2002, a signifi- more. cant occurrence not witnessed since the Door prize draws and a live auction 1930s, the Clandonald Agricultural Society featuring approximately 18 donated items has been organizing the ‘Hay’ Clandonald added to the evening’s excitement. The event. This gathering, designed to provide funds generated contributed to the success an evening of good food, entertainment, of the event’s fundraising goals. information, and fellowship, doubles as a The entertainment continued with Stage fundraiser for the organization and a mid- Comedy Hypnotist Joe Francis, who captiwinter celebration. vated the audience for an hour and a half.

On January 19, the Clandonald Agricul- “Joe had the crowds captivated, that’s for tural Society opened its doors for the 2024 sure, with the ones he had hypnotized.

‘Hay’ Clandonald event, starting with cock- It was a lot of fun and a lot of laughs,” tails at 5 p.m., followed by a beef supper commented Harasiuk. with all the trimmings at 5:30 p.m.

Importantly, the profits from this event The President of the Clandonald Ag are reinvested in the community, specifiSociety Ron Harasiuk shared thoughts on cally for the upkeep of the Arena and the event, stating, “We had an excellent grounds. These facilities are utilized by turnout this year, with more than a couple the Clandonald 4-H Multi Club and various of hundred people in attendance. Our ag other organizations and individuals in the society members, prepared a delightful community. beef supper for our guests, and we also As another ‘Hay’ Clandonald event enlisted the assistance of the Clandonald concluded successfully, the warmth of

4H members.” community engagement and shared expePost-supper, attendees had the oppor- riences left a lasting impact. The Clandon- tunity to listen to guest speaker Kaylie Krys ald Agricultural Society continues to foster from ‘A New Point of View,’ who spoke on unity and support, making ‘Hay’ Cland- Administrative Support (1 Position) Facilities & Recreation Labourer (1 Position)

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The Clandonald Agricultural Society extends a big thank you to our major, media, gold, silver, bronze and live auc�on sponsors. We could not host this event without your con�nued support. To the businesses who donated door prizes for the evening—our thanks.

Paul Corbiere – Real Estate Centre Major Sponsors Rusylvia Enterprises Anderson Agriculture Ltd. Rusylvia Ca�le CO Clandonald Fire Department Shopper’s Drug Mart County of Vermilion River Signatures Collision and Frame K.E.L Services (Mechanical) Ltd. TD Bank Nutrien Ag Solu�ons (Can) Inc. Vermilion Livestock Exchange Outback 646 Ranch House Zarowny Motors (St. Paul) Ltd. Ranchland Ou�i�ers Inc. Bronze Sponsors Ram River Environmental Consultants Dewberry Data Service Richardson Pioneer Limited Golden Loaf Bakery Media Sponsor Fantasy Flowers Vermilion Voice Saunders Repair Service Ltd. Gold Sponsors Shear Stylin’ Agland Vermilion Plumbing and Hea�ng Ltd. Agriterra Equipment Dewberry Live Auc�on Sponsors Cal’s Hardware Ltd. Agland Clanmac Mechanical Ltd. The Barn Burner College Park Motors Bulls Eye Feeds Cornerstone Co-opera�ve Cal Yard Cra�s (Cindy Lychak) Creech’s Crematorium Ltd. Clayton Dyjur Deer Creek Agriculture Inc. Edwin Dyjur Elk Point Insurance Josie Pashulka Fountain Tire Nathan and Leith Ma�hews G3 Canada Ltd. Mark Schommer Ireland Farm Equipment Ltd. Ron’s Cat Services KH Designs Shear Stylin’ Koback Enterprises Ltd. (The – Co-Operators) UFA Li�le Creek Investments Ltd. Uniquely U Style Rock Solid Nitrogen Services Ltd. Vermilion Packers Ltd. Ron’s Cat Service Vermilion Feeds Rubber Rock Resources Wilf Brooks Rural Roots Florists/Barnyard Crea�ons Webb’s Machinery (Vermilion) Ltd. Rusylvia Transport Auc�on/Door Prizes Selte Fuels Inc. ADAMA Stewart Realty – Stewart Auc�ons ATB Financial Toma Fine Floors/Shelly’s Window Coverings Deer Creek Agriculture Inc. True North Construc�on Dollar Store Uniquely U Styles Eleva�on Vegreville Ford Sales & Service Inc. Farm Credit Vermilion Credit Union Ltd. Jack and Irene Rochford Vermilion Insurance Services Ltd. Karen’s KlassicKuts Vermilion Ready Mix Concrete Long’s Value Drug Mart Silver Sponsors Main Street Hardware Clandonald Coopera�ve Seed Cleaning Mau Lam Associa�on Ltd. Midwest Auto Clandonald Country Store Men’s Den Derwent Hotel NAPA Autro Parts Don’s Bo�le Depot Ram River Environmental Consultants Elk Point Realty Ron and Janet Harasiuk Ferbey Sand & Gravel Ltd. Shear Stylin’ Goad Family Angus Super 8 Jeffrey Kenyon Professional Corpora�on TD Bank L&A LLP Chartered Professional Accountants True North Construc�on Mcphee Trucking Wilde & Co, Vegreville Mrs. J’s Catering To everyone who a�ended this event—without you, we could not hold our annual “Hay” Clandonald. Our apprecia�on is also extended to the Clandonald 4-H Club who helped with set up and clean up; those who helped in the kitchen and to clean up; and Edward McCormack, our auc�oneer for the live auc�on. We wish to thank our speaker, Kaylie Krys and hypno�st, Joe Francis, for an entertaining and informa�ve evening. A thank you to Ryan Adams for providing the bar for the evening. Thank you to all who helped in any way. With this combined effort, you all made“Hay” Clandonald a tremendous success! See you next year!

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The Vermilion Voice | January 30, 2024

Vermilion RCMP Detachment Holds Town Hall

may feel they have no options except to take to do so. Failing to pull over can result in a fine map the security cameras in communities matters into their own hands, potentially result- of $243. so that police can identify who might have Vermilion Detachment Commander Sgt. ing in violence. Sgt. Buckingham cautioned Sgt. Buckingham then reviewed the evidence of a particular crime. Participation is Corey Buckingham led an RCMP Town Hall against this and encouraged the public to detachment’s three priorities for the year and completely voluntary and can be withdrawn at the Vermilion Regional Centre the evening continue reporting crimes as they occur. Sgt. the four initiatives attached to them: crime at any time. of Thursday, January 25.

Buckingham noted that reporting all crimes reduction through offender conditions checks While discussing these alert systems, Sgt. Buckingham opened the evening with is important as it assists in their overall situa- (i.e., curfew checks), communicating effec- another member of the public suggested that a series of trivia questions on the RCMP’s tional awareness (e.g., ability to identify crime tively through town halls and public commu- community-based fan-out alerts on messaghistory, such as how many people have been trends and respond accordingly) and can also nications (e.g., media releases, detachment ing apps such as WhatsApp or Signal could sworn in as RCMP members (almost 70,000) have an impact on their resourcing. updates, and RAVE alerts), and improving help rural neighbours keep each other abreast and when the first female entered depot trainOther crimes trending upwards include police visibility/enhancing road safety through of suspicious activity or threats in their area. ing (1974). He noted that the Vermilion detach- fraud, persons crimes, and spousal and documented vehicle stops in all areas.

For example, they could collectively provide ment has 9 regular members plus three public domestic incidents. Additionally, mental The Vermilion detachment uses a number information on unfamiliar vehicles, such as service employees, and that one of those health calls have been on the rise. The RCMP of apps and technologies to engage with the license plates, vehicle colour, time seen, public service positions will be opening up for has recently introduced a Regional Police public, including the Alberta RCMP App, the and the direction the vehicle is headed. Sgt. hiring in the near future. and Crisis Team (RPACT) comprising a police Voyent Alert (https://www.vermilion-river.com/ Buckingham encouraged the use of group The Vermilion detachment covers approxi- member and a mental health worker from living-here/voyent-alert), and the RAVE Alert messages within community groups and mately 3,000 square kilometers. It receives 70 Alberta Health Services who are specially (https://www.ruralcrimewatch.ab.ca/l/rave). areas, but to ensure someone also reports it per cent of its funding from the province and trained to intervene, assess, and help stabi- The RAVE Alert is currently used to send out to the RCMP. 30 per cent from the federal government, but lize individuals experiencing mental health monthly updates and timely fan-outs, with To close the formal portion of the Town nevertheless answers to the province. They crises to support individual well-being and plans to continue improving its effectiveness. Hall, Greg Maughan provided an overview receive around 2,900 calls each year. They public safety. The closest of these teams are Sgt. Buckingham encourages members of of his work as Community Peace Officer. He laid 764 provincial and criminal charges in stationed in Wainwright and St. Paul. the public to sign up for these alerts, which explained that he enforces municipal bylaws 2023, with 98 of those being failure to comply Notably, motor vehicle collisions are down improve communication between the depart- and focuses on community-oriented policing. with conditions charges. by 25 per cent since 2022. ment and local residents.

After the presentations, residents and offiSgt. Buckingham then broke down trends Cst. Jocelyn Hey provided a brief overAdditionally, the detachment works with cers took time to chat one-on-one or in small across various charges. He noted that prop- view of the September 1, 2023 updates to the CAPTURE (https://www.ruralalbertacapture. groups about personal concerns. erty crime has been the hottest topic as of late, Alberta Traffic Safety Amendment Act, noting ca), which stands for Community Assisted The Vermilion RCMP is grateful to all who but that statistically it is trending downward, that the National Safety Council reported Policing Through the Use of Recorded attended the event, and the community is hitting a peak in 2018–2019 and down 12 per that 198 people died in 2021 in crashes with Evidence. CAPTURE’s primary aim is to grateful for their service. cent year-over-year between 2022 and 2023. emergency vehicles. Of these, 135 involved However, later in the meeting, a member of police vehicles. The new law requires motorthe public challenged this statement, high- ists to slow down to 60 kilometers per hour lighting how he personally has experienced when passing stopped emergency vehiover $70,000 in theft from his farm over four cles and roadside workers (e.g., tow trucks, different incidents in the past eight months, snow plows) that have their flashing lights including breaking and entering into his rural on. Motorists are also required to signal left home with a crowbar. He described how and then move into the lefthand lane if it is obtaining insurance coverage was increas- clear and safe to do so. Legal consequences ingly difficult following each subsequent theft. for failing to slow down and move over could The farmer’s frustration was palpable as result in fines up to $991 or even a mandatory he attested that many other farmers are expe- court appearance if the speed is excessive riencing high rates of debilitating rural theft, enough. and called for the review of the federal governWhen emergency vehicles with flashing ment’s practice of releasing offenders only to lights approach from behind or in front of a have them reoffend. He warned that the situa- motorist, the driver must signal to the right RCMP officers engage with the public at the Town Hall held on January 25 at the Vermilion tion had become so dire that property owners and pull over to the right as soon as it is safe Regional Centre. Photo Caylie Gnyra Reporter

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Jaden Nowosad Wins 2023 Junior World Pole Bending

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The 17-year-old placed second in the first family! Thank you to our friends and family for this opportunity. I am so thankful for my go and third in the second go, but it was for your love and support; raising kids takes parents that brought me there, and for the Family, friends, and fans were thrilled to her third run—her fastest of the week at an army, and I see a little of all of you in her. friends and family that came to support me see Jaden Nowosad named the 2023 YETI 19.979 seconds—that led her to win the We are so grateful to have you all in her life.” in Vegas. I cannot wait to compete at the KK Junior World Pole Bending Champion in Las Kelly Kaminski Run for Vegas pole bending Nowosad adds, “I was extremely blessed run for Vegas again!”

Vegas, Nevada on December 16, 2023. average with a three-run time clocking in at The daughter of Tyler and Helen Nowosad, 60.282 seconds. Nowosad also placed first Jaden grew up in Dewberry, Alberta and in the short go. moved to Stephenville, Texas with her family Amongst other prizes, Nowosad brought in 2021. In 2016, Pretty Frenchgirl, the horse home a brand-new Cricket golf cart by Cross who came to be known as Roxy, was born Country Ranch, a Kelly Kaminski New Fronon the family ranch in Dewberry. In the spring tier barrel saddle by Circle Y Saddles, a of her third year, Roxy was passed to Jaden Montana Silversmiths buckle from the Junior as a project to sell at the end of the season. World Finals, and $9,575 in cash.

Jaden had competed on both her sire Dr Nowosad’s mother Helen said in a FaceFrenchie (BHR Frenchies Socks x Flits Super book post, “Thank you KK Run for Vegas/ Leo) and her dam Berta, VMK Alberta Clip- Junior World Finals and Vegas Events for per (SR Instant Choice x WFR Foxy Wolf), giving these kids this amazing opportunity. and Jaden’s natural horse training abilities The event was so well run with the most posicombined with her love for Roxy made them tive atmosphere all around. And thank you to an inevitable pair. all the sponsors for their tremendous support The 2023 competition in Las Vegas and Bull Stock Media for the many great Jaden Nowosad and her horse Roxy at the 2023 YETI Junior World Finals in Las Vegas, was Nowosad’s first Junior World Finals. photos we can share with our friends and Nevada. Photos submitted by Bull Stock Media Reporter

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Stan Hartwell Memorial Awards

on the executive committee. ment, can include coaches, assistant nation, determining the deserving recipient In February 2003, the community coaches, managers, parents, fans, or any each year. The Memorial Trophy remains The legacy of Stan Hartwell, a beloved mourned the loss of Stan Hartwell. In the other devoted volunteers. It is important to on display at the Stadium for public viewfigure in the Vermilion community and a following year, his family established the note that nominations will not be accepted ing, becoming a symbol of dedication and passionate supporter of Minor Hockey, Stan Hartwell Memorial Award, an annual for current minor hockey executives and community spirit. continues to shine through the upcoming tribute to honour individuals who demon- board members, businesses, or individuals Nomination forms will be available in the Stan Hartwell Memorial Awards. Born on strate exceptional dedication to the Vermil- receiving compensation for their services. February 6 and 13 issues of the Vermilion January 20, 1944, in Vermilion, Stan left ion Minor Hockey Association.

The selection process is a commu- Voice. The deadline for entries is set for an indelible mark on the community, espeThis award, represented by a trophy, is nity-driven initiative, with nominations February 20, 2024. A member of the Hartcially within the hockey family. bestowed upon the most dedicated volun- accepted from both the community and well family or an approved designate will Known affectionately as a “rink rat,” teer within the association. Nominees, minor hockey participants. The executive proudly present the trophy and plaque to Stan’s commitment to the sport was eligible to be recognized for their commit- committee carefully evaluates each nomi- the deserving winner each season. unwavering, even preceding the involveElk Point Arts presents presents Elk Elk Point Arts presents presents ElkPoint Point Allied Allied Arts ment of his four sons. His dedication In Loving Memory of extended beyond the ice, with a willingJohn Mroczek ness to contribute in any way possible, whether through coaching or chauffeurMay 26, 1934 – February 1, 2023 ing young athletes to their games. Stan’s imprint on Vermilion Minor Hockey went beyond the sidelines as he actively served Reporter

Cecil Floyd Quickstad July 29, 1958 to Feb 5, 1995

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January 28, 2021 & February 6, 2019 We are sending a dove to heaven with a parcel on its wings, be careful when you open it its full of beautiful things.

Inside are a million kisses wrapped up in a million hugs, to say how much we miss you and to send you all our love.

We hold you close within our hearts and there you will remain, to walk with us throughout our lives until we meet again.

Dearly missed and lovingly remembered by your children and grandchildren Melonia & Robin Nicol, Myron & Colleen Melnychuk, Marvin & Kim (Trentyn & Chelsey) Melnychuk and Melinda & Jim Zaharko.

Our lives go on without you But nothing is the same We have to hide our heartache When someone speaks your name Sad are the hearts that love you Silent are the tears that fall Living without you Is the hardest part of all You did so many things for us Your heart was kind and true And when we needed someone We could always count on you The special years will not return When we are all together But with the love in our hearts You walk with us forever

Sadly missed by your family

THANK YOU The family of Laura Jean Martin wishes to offer their sincere thanks and appreciation for the aid and sympathy from all her friends, neighbors, and family in her recent passing and Funeral.

For the many kind acts, food, floral arrangements, for those who took part in the services, and to those who helped in any way, we are truly grateful.

Thanks to Father Joy for the blessings and Funeral Mass. Thanks to St. Columba Parish for the Funeral. To the Clandonald Ladies group for doing a great lunch after the Funeral.

Thanks to Dr. Maulaud for her care while she was in hospital.

A special thanks to the Vermilion Health Care Centre, Nurses, Cleaning Staff, and Kitchen your personalities, respect, and upbeat care helped her thru her time with you and us.

Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home & Crematorium staff for making this time in our lives, more memorable and caring. It’s not easy for you as well as for us, you make it easy on us when our hearts are broken.

Many thanks for all the cards, memories, stories, texts, and pictures over this time has made our hearts full with the people our mom has touched over the years.

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Katherine, Cory, Kaitlyn, Christopher, and Kara Delisle Kevin, Leanne, and Aiden Martin

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stock Tax Deferral to give more producers access to the support they need.”

In a joint effort to alleviate the hardships Funding for the newly added regions faced by livestock producers in the wake of will be available starting January 29, with severe drought conditions, the governments applicants in this intake eligible to receive of Canada and Alberta have announced an payments of up to $150 per head. The appliexpansion of eligibility for the 2023 Canada- cation deadline is set for February 22, and Alberta Drought Livestock Assistance extraordinary costs can be incurred until initiative. The initiative, funded through the March 31, providing an additional opportuSustainable Canadian Agricultural Partner- nity for eligible producers to apply. ship (Sustainable CAP), is set to encompass The Agriculture Financial Services Corpo23 new regions and extend the application ration (AFSC) will continue to administer the deadline to provide crucial support to breed- initiative, offering more information and the ing herds. application process on their website. Darryl Livestock producers in the newly eligible Kay, CEO of AFSC, commented on the regions, who had to modify their custom- significance of the expansion, stating, “Last ary grazing practices for more than 21 days year was a tough one for Alberta’s livestock during the recent season due to drought producers, and the expansion of this AgriReconditions, can now apply for financial covery initiative means that more producers assistance. This aid is intended to cover can receive critical support for their breedthe losses incurred in managing and main- ing herds. Going into 2024, AFSC is ready taining female breeding animals, includ- to help producers manage their risks and ing cattle, bison, horses, elk, sheep, goats, support Alberta’s agriculture industry.” alpacas, yak, musk ox, deer, water buffalo, Quick Facts: and llamas. A minimum of 15 animals per AFSC administers four business risk type of livestock is required for eligibility. management programs, including AgriInRJ Sigurdson, Minister of Agriculture and surance, AgriStability, AgriInvest, and AgriIrrigation, expressed satisfaction with the Recovery, providing insurance and income high uptake of the AgriRecovery initiative stabilization for Alberta’s farmers and ranchacross the province, stating, “I’m pleased ers.

Alberta’s government was able to work with AgriRecovery, one of the business risk the federal government to expand this finan- management programs under the Sustaincial support to additional regions impacted able CAP, aids agricultural producers with by severe drought and extreme heat condi- extraordinary costs associated with recovertions. I will continue to look out for the inter- ing from natural disasters. ests of our hard-working livestock producThe Sustainable CAP is a five-year ers.”

(2023-28), $3.5-billion investment by federal, Lawrence MacAulay, federal Minister of provincial, and territorial governments to Agriculture and Agri-Food, acknowledged strengthen competitiveness, innovation, and the challenges faced by producers in Alberta resiliency in the agriculture, agri-food, and during the previous season and highlighted agri-based products sector, with $1 billion the collaborative efforts with the Government in federal programs and $2.5 billion in costof Alberta. He stated, “We’re also updating shared programs funded 60% federally and the designated regions for the 2023 Live- 40% provincially-territorially.

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Looking Back On The 2023 Cattle Market

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Current signals suggest that the rebuild 2023 provided strong cattle prices and may still be a ways off.” opportunities for profit.

Heifer placements on feed are still “The past year saw average monthly commanding a high share of the total prices for fed steers in Alberta peak in cat tle placed on feed. June 2023 June at $246.61 per hundredweight,” witnessed a higher proportion of heifers says Ann Boyda, provincial livestock enter feedlots (53.5 per cent), exceeding market analyst with the Alberta govern- 2022 proportionate share and that of the ment. “Feeder prices were also histori- 5-year average for June of 40 per cent. cally high, peaking in September at Signs of producers retaining more heif$397.90 per hundredweight and $328.41 ers for replacement did not emerge for per hundredweight for 550-pound and the remainder of 2023.

850-pound steers, respectively. Cow Although total cattle slaughter volume prices were also strong, peaking at of over 2.5 million head in Western $153.64 per hundredweight in July for Canada decreased by approximately cows in good condition. Strong prices 3.6per cent in 2023 versus 2022, cow seem poised to continue into 2024, in slaughter volume of 379,565 head part, due to smaller cattle inventories.” increased by 7.9 per cent over the same Statistics Canada’s supply and disposi- period. Continued high levels of cow tion data for total cattle in Alberta reflects slaughter pressure the beef supply going the contraction experienced in the first forward. half of 2023. The January to June 2023 “In 2023, dry conditions, high costs cattle supply of 6.757 million head was and interest rates, limited labour and estimated to be 2.6 per cent lower than economic uncertainty held back any that of the same period in 2022. Supply plans for growth. Restocking droughtestimates take into account the begin- reduced cow herds takes time so any ning inventory, calves born, interprovin- expansion will be slow. How long this will cial imports and international imports. take rests with predictions of weather, The inventory estimates as of January beef demand and profitability. So far, beef 2024 are currently being compiled and demand has proven robust even with expected to be released in early Febru- higher prices relative to other proteins. ary.

“Cow-calf producers have recovWhat has attributed to this decline? ered positive margins last year and are Many sources point to drought conditions hoping to sustain favourable margins and concerns of feed availability. Higher into the near future. Even feedlot opercalf and feeder prices also encouraged ators enjoyed some months of positive greater placement of cattle into feedlots, margins in 2023, although higher prices removing future inventory. paid for feeders last year may result in “2024 may be starting with smaller tighter returns in the first half of 2024. cattle inventories but high prices may still Overall, 2024 has some prospect of provide incentive to rebuild,” points out being a good year, especially for the Boyda. “The cold weather may cause cow-calf sector, but weather remains the feedlots to hold back cattle which could greatest risk factor,” says Boyda.

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Estate of John Adolf Dahoy who died on December 30, 2023.

If you have a claim against the estate, you must file your claim by: March 7, 2024 with: WiseLegal at: Box 70, 4902-50th Street, Vegreville, Alberta T9C 1R1, info@getwise.legal If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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HOROSCOPE/SUDOKU AND SOLUTIONS Daily Sudoku: Mon 29-Jan-2024

LIBRA

You may have a problem keeping secrets.

You must follow your desires and dreams.

You don't need to pay out in order to have fun.

TAURUS

SCORPIO

You need time to think things through. You will be in the doghouse if you are being. You may be overly emotional when dealing with your mate.

GEMINI

Stop telling others about your problems. The knowledge you have will enhance your reputation. Be inquisitive about unfamiliar circumstances.

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You are best not to confront situations that deal with in-laws or relatives. You will be well looked upon due to your compassionate and giving nature. Be prepared to take advantage of your good fortune.

Think before you act if you wish to avoid friction. Family responsibilities are escalating. Your ability to stand out in a crowd will bring you the recognition you desire.

VIRGO

Spend time with youngsters today.

Deception in your home is evident. Don't beat around the bush. You need to get out if you want to meet potential partners.

Follow your gut feeling regarding your business ventures. Opportunities will unfold; however, you must be willing to pay the price.

SAGITTARIUS

Don't let yourself get rundown. Don't spend more than is necessary on travel or friends.

Don't let any money slip through your fingers today.

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AQUARIUS

Promotions will be yours if you have acted professionally in times of crisis. Insincere gestures of friendliness are likely to occur.

Your ability to dazzle others with your unique and innovative ideas will attract attention.

PISCES

Take some time to change your house around. The only thing you'll accomplish is a bad reputation. Put your energy into self-improvement programs that promise to make you into a better you.

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Catch up on correspondence. You will be overly sensitive today. Be prepared to meet new lovers through colleagues.

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ARIES

You're in the mood to spend money. Some situations may be blown out of proportion.

New hair, new outfit, new you.

BUSINESS CARDS

The Vermilion Voice | January 30, 2024

VERMILION AND AREA BUSINESSES Dr. Joe DeGirolamo Dr. Michelle Radasic (deJong)

HEARTS AND HANDS Reaching out to families & individuals

• Skid Steer & Excavator Attachments • TMK Tree Shears • Brush Cutters • Mulchers • Screening Buckets • Grapples • Tillers • Custom Products • And Much More!

Vermilion Dental

We will provide a gift of Food, Personal Items, Cleaning Products, Baby Formula and Diapers.

Family Dentistry

Ph: 780.853.6505 5003 - 50th Street Vermilion, Alberta T9X 1M6

PHONE ONLY 780-581-0521 Leave a message and we will return your call (No text or email)

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4501-46 Avenue - Vermilion, Alberta - T9X 1J2

Professional Corporation

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MARTIN PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. 4916 50 AVENUE, VERMILION, AB T9X 1A4

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18,000 plus potential customers will see your ad HERE!!

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For all your real estate needs

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The East Central Family Day Home Agency

*Helping Families Build Happy Children We have licensed Day Home Providers who have room to provide care for all ages. We provide snacks, lunches and planned activities. Parents can apply for subsidy.

Call Shelley today to find your quality Child Care 780-853-6190

Financing Available for Bred Cows, Bred Cows with Calves at Side, and Bred Heifers 59

Rick Rewuski Box 1265, Dewberry, AB T0B 1G0 Ph: (780) 847-4166 Fax: (780) 847-4944

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Snow Removal • Ad Shot Service Residential • Commercial Services Landscaping • Excavation

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E L E C T R I C Murray Brown (780) 581-0852

JEFF’s SEPTIC

Call Doug 780-787-7500

Ranch Supply Glen

Marwayne, AB Variety of feeders, bunks and troughs Livestock, gates, panels & chutes for sale or rent Decorative driveway gates

Call/Text: 780-545-4224

780-853-0650

Certified Private Sewer Installer

Grandpa Ken’s Photo Studio Vermilion Septic Services

Grandpa Ken’s Photo Studio

Trent Westman owner/operator

We will match all Canadian School Photo Companies Student Package Pricing and include An additional 8 x 10 Print (a $35.00 value) Go to www.grandpakenphotography.ca for details.

Located on the opening page.

Email: grandpakenps@gmail.com

Brandon Tupper

5002-65th St Vermilion, AB T9X 1X6 c : 780.581.8775 t : 1.888.545.7707 Brandon@KnightsSpraying.ca f : 1.780.628.0777 www.KnightsSpraying.ca

Commercial • Residential • Farm Maintenance • Trenching

A Flush is Better than a Full House

For Promt Officient Service

Call 780-853-6314 Cell 780-853-7801

NEIL ARMSTRONG CONSTRUCTION SERVICES CARPENTRY WORK RENOS CALL NEIL @ 780-853-0499

Every 2nd & 4th Tuesday at 7:00 pm St. Olga’s Parish Hall Lyle Grant, Travel Advisor Phone: (587) 492-5829 email: lgrant@trevello.com www.trevello.com/lylegrant Your local, Full-Service Travel Agency ExperiencedFully accreditedNational Buying Power Evening and Weekend Hours

Location: Irma Business Centre 780.754.3081 Portraits - Family Composites

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Promote Your Corporate Card Here vermilionvoice@gmail.com Prices as low as $18.50 a week for a 1 Year Contract or call us for 6 or 3 month Pricing 780-853-6305

CROSSWORD PUZZLES ACROSS 1 Solitary 5 Association (abbr.)

9 Replace a striker 13 Black 14 Philippine dish with marinated chicken or pork 15 Skulk 16 Cross 17 Computer phone 18 Jabber 19 Small opening in membrane 21 Dopes 23 Daytime 24 Soon 25 Potato brand 28 Flaked 31 Reserve Officers Training Corps.

32 Bell stroke 34 Wood cutting tools 36 Heat unit 37 Gone by 38 Empty space

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43 Whale javelin 45 Is 47 Sedan 49 Closes 50 Money 51 Organization concerned with civil liberties (abbr.)

52 Priggish 53 Canned meat brand 54 Writer Bombeck 55 Appear 56 Tint 59 Boxer Muhammad

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The Vermilion Voice | January 30, 2024

New Transfer Agreements Provide Pathway For Lakeland College Graduates To Get A U Of R Education Degree

Lakeland College

“We are so pleased to have final- our school systems. They are compas- are now eligible for block transfers to the ized these transfer agreements with sionate, love working with children and University of Regina’s Bachelor of EducaTwo new Transfer Credit Agreements the University of Regina,” says Janice are dedicated to inspiring a love of lifelong tion program. Students with a certificate are making it easier for Lakeland College Aughey, Lakeland’s dean of health, well- education in their students. Now, because will receive 15 credit hours towards their human services graduates to earn their ness and human services. “Students who of this partnership with the University of degree at the university, while those with full Bachelor of Education degree in come to us for our educational assistant Regina, those students will be able to a diploma will receive 30 credit hours. elementary teacher education through and early childhood education programs easily further their education. Our school “These Transfer Credit Agreements the University of Regina’s Faculty of have the exact qualities that would make systems and communities will be better will provide a valuable mechanism for Education. them amazing teachers and educators in for it.”

Lakeland College graduates to leverage L a k e l a n d their certificate or diploma towards the g r a d u a t e s completion of a Bachelor of Education w h o h a v e degree from the University of Regina,” earned their says Dr. James Nahachewsky, dean of early c hild - the Faculty of Education at the U of R. hood educa- “We look forward to welcoming Laketion certificate land’s students who are interested in or diploma, continuing their education and embarka s w e l l a s ing on a career as elementary school t h o s e w h o teachers, a profession in high demand earned their across Saskatchewan.” educational Graduates who have completed Lakea s s i s t a n t land’s programs on or after April 30, c e r t i f i c a t e , 2023, are eligible for the block transfer.

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The purpose of this tower is to provide enhanced Broadband Wireless Internet Services in the area along with VOIP (Voice over IP) telephone services.

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All equipment complies with Health Canada's Safety Code 6, including combined effects within the local radio environment at all times. The installation will respect good engineering practices, including

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All equipment complies with Canada's SafetyinCode 6, including combined effects within the local structural adequacy.

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Any person(s) wishing further information, having questions, comments or concerns are asked to contact obstruction marking requirements.

MCSnet on or before the close of March 1, 2024.

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obstruction marking requirements.

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person(s) questions, comments or concerns are asked t Veuillez prendre note que MCSnet propose de construire une tour autonome deAny 68 pieds dans la wishing further information, having EMPLACEMENT EMPLACEMENT County of Vermilion River MCSnet on or before the close of March 1, 2024. ●

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Tout l'équipement est conforme au Code de sécurité 6 de Santé Canada, y compris les effets combinés Tout l'équipement est conforme au Code de sécurité 6 de Santé Canada, y compris les effets combinés dans l'environnement radio local en tout temps. L'installation respectera les bonnes pratiques radiodes local en tout temps.

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La tour sera construite en conformité avec les exigences d'ingénierie, y compris l'adéquation structurelle.

La tour sera construite en conformité avec les exigences ainsi que des services de téléphonie VOIP (Voix sur IP). de marquage des obstacles aéronautiques de Transports Canada. de marquage des obstacles aéronautiques de Transports Canada.

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L'installation respectera les bonnes pratiq Ph: (866) 390-3928 Ext: 797 2024.

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MCSnet Attn: Project Department P.O. Box 98, St.Paul, Alberta T0A 3A0 Ph: (866) 390-3928 Ext: 797

de marquage des obstacles aéronautiques de Transports Canada.

Toute personne souhaitant obtenir de plus amples informations, poser des questions, faire

AREA NEWS

The Vermilion Voice | January 30, 2024

RRSP & TFSA – What You Need To Know

Lorna Hamilton

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pating in RRSP you will have to decide cantly more than the other the higher insurance companies, credit unions, which way you will invest in an RRSP, earner can make their RRSP contri- and trust companies. Contributions to Have you ever thought about getting here are a list of ways you can contrib- bution to a spousal RRSP. Then, you a TFSA are not deductible for income a Registered Retirement Savings Plan ute. can claim the deduction to recover tax t a x pur p o se s. A ny am ount t hat i s (RRSP) or Tax-Free Savings Account An Individual RRSP- this account paid at a higher rate. In retirement, the c o n t r i b u te d i s g e n e r a l l y t a x- f r e e, (TFSA), but you’re not sure if you are is registered in your name and the spouse who earned the lower income including when it is withdrawn. An indiold enough or how to go about it? investments held in the RRSP and can withdraw from the spousal RRSP, vidual can have more than one TFSA, During tax season banks encourage the tax advantages associated with pay tax at lower rates, and have over- however, the total amount you contribyou to set up a RRSP or a TFSA for them belong to you. Another way to all ta x savings. There are various ute to all TFSAs cannot be more than tax purposes. The only age restriction contribute is through a group RRSP rules and exceptions though around your available TFSA contribution for to getting an RRSP is if you are over through your employer, and does carry withdrawing from spousal RRSPs and that year. Just like the RRSP, you can 71 years old. Here is some information benefits, which are: your employer calculating the taxable income you open a self-directed TFSA. To open a to help you understand what these are p r o v i d e s m a t c h i n g c o n t r i b u t i o n s and your spouse or common-law part- TFSA contact your financial institution, and why you should get them. (that’s free money for you). You may ner must report. credit union, or insurance company An RRSP is a registered retire - also have lower management fees T h e Ta x- Fr e e S av i n g s A c c o u n t and provide them with your SIN and ment savings plan that you establish on the investments you hold in your was star ted in 2009 for individuals date of birth to register your qualifying through a financial institution such as RRSP and you will have the ability to +18 years old who have a valid Social arrangement as a TFSA. You can also a bank, credit union, trust, or insur- make automatic contributions straight Insurance Number (SIN) to set money find your contribution room informaance company that you, your spouse, from your paycheque. A third way is asid e ta x-free. There are multiple tion through the same sources of the or common-law partner contribute into. a self- directed RRSP in which you types of TFSAs: a deposit, an annuity My Account or MyCRA mobile app.

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Farm Curl Winners

Submitted Far m C u r l 2 0 24 to o k p l a c e J a n u a r y 18 – 2 0, 2 0 24 h o s t e d by t h e Ve r m i l i o n Ag r i c u l t u r a l Societ y. There were 22 teams entered and over 60 sponsors.

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perspectives, world views, attitudes, you find yourself questioning whether steps. and often role changes. This can lead your grief is “normal,” remember to I will grieve in my own time and not Have you ever heard someone ask to emotional pain and wondering if this be gentle with yourself while knowing by how others think I should grieve. this question or have you asked it of is the “right way” to grieve. your journey is the right way for you to I will create a time and space to yourself? When someone is grieving What is the purpose of going through move forward through grief. honor my emotions. there is a sense of feeling out of the the emotional pain? Dr. Alan Wolfelt, The following mantras may be helpI will understand that grief reconcilinormal. After all, you are on a new an expert on grief and loss, states, ful for your journey: ation takes time, and I will commit to journey, and you may long to have “You have to feel the pain in order I will be patient with myself and the journey even if relief comes slower some control and normalcy back in to heal the pain.” Another expert, Dr. understand that grief often involves than I would like. your life. It would be easier if there was Nancy Reeves, offers the perspective moving two steps forward and one I will remember that moving through only one way to grieve, but remem- that “we grieve for the implication and back. grief often involves feeling painful and ber we are all unique with our unique meaning of the loss and the intraperI will reach out to others for help intense emotions. journey through grief. We have unique sonal (how it affects self-esteem and when I need support.

I will remember that when I complete personalities, circumstances around self-image) and interpersonal (how I will avoid abusing substances as a my grief work successfully, I can have our loss, stressors, cultural influences, it af fects relationships, roles, and way to temporarily minimize my pain. a rich, although different life. and varied supportive relationships. status).”

I will care for myself physically.

Supported by - FCSS; City of LloyOne description that most people The grief process is somewhat like a I will not isolate myself from friends, dminster, Towns of Vermilion and r e l a t e t o d u r i n g t h e i r g r i e f j o u r- spider web. Strands are connected yet hobbies, and activities.

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