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‘It Can’t Happen To Me’ Presents Sobering Reality To Grade 9s

Mannville-Minburn-Innisfree Family & Community Support Services (M-M-I FCSS) partnered with local emergency services and healthcare agencies to present the It Can’t Happen to Me (ICHTM) Risk Awareness Project to grade 9 students in Mannville on Wednesday, May 8. Photo Caylie Gnyra

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poor choices. ing a play-by-play of the peer actors and scene, covering the “deceased” body, and Emergency services agencies and other emergency responders, Polishuk explained cutting the doors off the vehicle, to the EMS In an extraordinary community effort, community organizations presented a mock the series of steps taken in an emergency stabilizing the traumatically injured passenemergency services and other volunteers single-vehicle motor vehicle collision involv- response. ger and carrying him on a stretcher to the worked together with Mannville-Minburn- ing a death, a paralyzing injury, and a drunk He emphasized the importance of know- ambulance, and then to the funeral home Innisfree Family & Community Support driver, with the roles played by three of ing your location when making a 911 call. laying the deceased into a body bag before Services (M-M-I FCSS) to present the It Mannville’s grade 10 and 11 students.

All residents should know their addresses transporting it to a hearse, the scene ended Can’t Happen to Me (ICHTM) Risk AwareThe day began at Mannville School, by heart, and rural residents should also with the “intoxicated” driver having to blow ness Project to grade 9 students from Innis- where students were given ICHTM t-shirts know their land locations. Being aware of into a breathalyzer before being handcuffed free and Mannville on Wednesday, May 8. to wear throughout the day to help identify landmarks and road signs while driving can and led to a RCMP officer’s vehicle.

With the exception of the COVID lock- that this valuable project was taking place. also help in pinning down locations away Polishuk highlighted that responders are down years, M-M-I FCSS has presented Then, teacher and Mannville Fire Depart- from home. seeing more and more incidents caused by this program to grade 9 students since 1998, ment training officer Zane Polishuk led the Polishuk continued narrating and texting and driving, emphasizing how imporwith the hope of getting youth to think criti- students outside to a mock scene, where descriptively shared details as the emer- tant it is to not drive while distracted or allow cally about decision-making, the impacts of bodies were strewn across and out of a gency responders engaged in their roles on someone else to be distracted while driving. risk-taking, and natural consequences of van, and a “driver” stumbled out. Narrat- scene, from the fire department arriving on Continued on Page 2

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Continued from page 1 Following the scene in the emergency Following lunch, the students returned to educational day for our youth. “We express While most people think of alcohol when room, students visited occupational ther- school for a presentation by Cst. J. M. Fortin our sincere gratitude to everyone who had they think of impaired driving, recreational apists Sarah King and Bethany Villas in of the Vermilion RCMP detachment. He been a part of making the day a success,” or prescription drugs and not enough sleep the physiotherapy room, where they were highlighted statistics related to driving reac- said M-M-I FCSS Director Jannette Riedel can all contribute to being found legally shown various methods for encourag- tion time and what procedures he followed and Coordinator Carla Cavanagh. impaired. Students were also warned that ing independence after a traumatic injury. during the incident scene. carrying a fake ID could result in someone Students were then encouraged to try lifting Lived experience presenter Maverelse’s family experiencing the trauma of items off the floor using an extendable grip- ick Hann shared his story of how he was being told a loved one was critically injured per while sitting in a wheelchair, transport- able to deal with the effects of PTSD and or had died. Students were advised to have ing themselves from a wheelchair to a bed the impacts on his work, his family, and SOS contact info added to their phones. without using their legs, and dressing with- his recreational activities. Despite doing The students then relocated to the out the use of one hand using a special tool. everything right, he was still affected by the Mannville Care Centre, where a room was The group then walked over to the scenes he was exposed to as a firefighter set up as an emergency trauma room. Mannville Fire Hall, where Josephine Nich- from an early age, and he described how Nurse Kari Cannon explained the process ols presented on paramedics’ role and the these situations can still have a life-altering of intubating a patient, noting that not all features and limitations of ambulances. effect on a person. doctors at the Vermilion facility are able to Paramedics Josie, Alison, and Paige Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home conduct this procedure. Cannon empha- commented that sights and sounds from presented on what happens before, during, sized that individuals should always tell the real-life experiences haunts them; however, and after a funeral. Their line on works truth with their medical professionals to they have great supports that assist them in takes compassion and empathy and knowlensure the safest and most effective care. dealing with those traumatic experiences. edge. Offering comfort in a time of need in Doctors and nurses don’t care if you’ve The students enjoyed a barbecued lunch a compassionate way is a vital part of their done drugs, they just need to know at the prepared by Village of Mannville Council role. hospital what you’re on, and everything that and staff. The students were each chalKeily Stetson of Alberta Health Services is said remains confidential unless police lenged to eat with a physical disability that Community Addictions and Mental Health formally seek documentation later. To drive had been assigned to them, such as eating provided a debriefing exercise for students home the effect of a reckless driving inci- without sight or without the use of their to process the events of the day. dent on loved ones, Cannon played the hands. In many cases, students were reli“It takes a community to raise a child,” students audio of a mother screaming after ant on the help of others to eat, emphasiz- and M-M-I FCSS believes that community learning of the death or life-altering injury of ing the impact that an incident can have on involvement and dedicated partners have her child. the people around us. been a key factor in the success of this

Grade 10 and 11 students from Mannville School role-played the parts of a drunk driver, a critically injured passenger, and a deceased passenger for the It Can’t Happen to Me (ICHTM) Risk Awareness Project. Grade 9 students tried out various physiotherapy tools for increasing independence after an accident. Photos Caylie Gnyra

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Conduct cannot enforce a payment from language unbecoming of a mayor as while highlighting his commitment to the a member. It was not until mid-October well as a process that was done incor- Town.

On Monday, May 6, Vermilion’s Town of 2023 that Throndson received word rectly. Council found Throndson guilty at In owning his actions at the town counCouncil released an official press state- that the arbitrator upheld the decision the Special Meeting on April 30, 2024, cil meeting and transparently sharing the ment regarding the Special Meeting of requiring him to take an anger manage- and in doing so, took away Throndson’s context of those actions, Throndson is April 30, 2024. ment course but found that he could not mayoral privileges, a penalty beginning hopeful that citizens will recognize that This statement covered two motions be held responsible for the cost of the immediately and lasting for the remaining he remains dedicated to doing his best that had been passed by Town Council: replacement of the door under the Code 18 months of his term. These privileges for the town and taking responsibility first, Deputy Mayor Kevin Martin’s motion of Conduct. On November 29, 2023, include running Town Council meetings, for his mistakes. He says he is willing to “That Council for the Town of Vermilion Throndson received a bill for $7,129 for participating in committee appointments, take the anger management course and apply to a judge of the Court of King’s the replacement of two panic bars. He and being present in the Town Office come to some sort of agreement about Bench for an order declaring Mayor has not yet made any payment on the without a chaperone. the money “so we can move on so we Gregory Throndson be disqualified,” bill, citing the fact that he only damaged Throndson has appealed three of can govern as we were elected to do.” and second, Councillor Robert Snow’s one door and should therefore only be t h e s e C o d e s o f motion “That Council for the Town of responsible for paying for one replace- Conduct because he Vermilion move forward with sanctions ment. questions the length against Mayor Gregory Throndson as Because the $7,129 bill is now more of the penalty. He is discussed in closed session effective than 90 days past due and is greater hopeful that an indeimmediately and will continue for the than $500, Council has moved to seek to pendent arbitrator remainder of his term.” disqualify Throndson as mayor through a who is well-versed in Saturday May 25 10:00 am As the press release did not provide ruling by the Court of King’s Bench. The this type of work and Auction sale for Anne & the late Walter Sawchuk, details on the disqualification and sanc- timeline on this is uncertain, but during not emotionally tied Vegreville fair grounds C2 Exhibit building, tions, the Vermilion Voice conducted an that time, Throndson still maintains full to specific outcomes 2002 Toyota Rav 162k VG cond.,tools, lawn & garden, interview with Mayor Greg Throndson to privileges; in essence, he is innocent w i l l d e t e r m i n e a antiques, household & more. clarify the context of those motions. until proven guilty. length of time that Saturday June 15 10:00 am First, the disqualification: On March There are three possible outcomes if more suitably fits the Auction for Ernie Chrapko former St. Brides Trading Post, 17, 2023, Throndson kicked a door open the issue goes to the Court of Queen’s offenses. He is clear 58014 – Highway 29/36 St. Brides AB. at Town Hall following a heated discus- Bench: Throndson could be completely t h at h e d o e s n o t Diesel pickup, Polaris side by side skidsteer grapple, tools, & sion in which he was issued a Code of removed from municipal office, he could take issue with the more.

Conduct by another member of Coun- stay on as a councillor but have his abil- Codes of Conduct Saturday June 22 10:00 am cil. In mid-May of that year, a member ity act in office minimized, or the case b e i n g d i s p e n s e d of Council asked why the door wasn’t could be completely thrown out. and took ownership Farm auction for Steve Marchuk, 62221 – RR 455, North working, and Throndson immediately To summarize, the disqualification of his mistakes in of Bonnyville AB. indicated that he had kicked the door. indicated in Deputy Mayor Kevin Martin’s the Regular Council JD 4010 tractor, Case 1030 tractor, JD 530 round baler, haybines & more On June 6, Council brought a Code of motion is regarding the outstanding Meeting of May 7.

Conduct against Throndson regarding payment of the $7,129 bill Throndson had “ W h e n I w a s Saturday July 27 10:00 am the door, and on June 20, Council found been given to cover the replacement of first voted in, most Auction for Roger Gravelle, 67124 RR125A, Lac La Biche Throndson guilty of damaging the panic two doors at Town Hall, one of which he p e o p l e t h o u g h t I county bar of the door, which is the push bar damaged by kicking it on March 17, 2023. would have been in 3 20’ sea containers, tools, 5th wheel holiday trailer & more that allows a door to be easily opened in Throndson’s resistance in paying the bill trouble and kicked Saturday August 24 10:00 am the event of an emergency. At that time, is due to the fact that the sum, which he out within a year, but Auction for Dwayne Hlady, 5206 – 47 ave, Vegreville AB Council asked Throndson to pay for the describes as “outrageous,” covers two I’ve lasted two and Selling 1315 sq. ft. home & all contents door and take an anger management doors, while he only damaged one. half years without program. The amount Throndson was Second, the sanctions: these relate getting in major trouasked to pay was approximately $3,600. to a number of Codes of Conduct that ble,” said ThrondThrondson appealed that case in July Council laid against Throndson on son, acknowledging 2023 because, he explained, a Code of April 16, 2024, arising from actions and his rough character Reporter

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fee. Councillor Robert Snow, who sits of ment course and I haven’t taken it yet be coming closer to September. Counthe VRRA, said, “I think we need a bigger and it makes me mad!” Throughout his cil extended immense gratitude to Greg The Regular Meeting of Town Coun- piece of the pie, but I do think there’s address, Throndson repeatedly admitted Smith, who has spent over 25 hours each cil on May 7 began with a lively debate value to [having a seat at the VRRA].” In he broke the door, but clarified that he week over the course of many weeks in on the Sanitary Trunk Main Replace- particular, Councillor Snow would like to hoped to see the dollar amount renegoti- efforts to entice doctors to come here. ment that has been approved in the 2024 see another individual or two from the ated in-house.

Council asked whether funds were budget. Council will be moving forward Town of Vermilion permitted to serve on Throndson also addressed the sanc- used to incentivize doctors to come to with the first payment of the $1.4 million the committee, especially to have a voice tioning, saying he had been brought Vermilion and were told that $15,000 project by drawing from the town’s in the conversations about doctor reten- forward on three allegations of behav- per doctor was offered with the hopes approximately $4 million in reserve funds tion and economic development. No deci- iour unbecoming of a mayor, and how that that money would be used on local rather than borrowing the money as origi- sion was made about continuing with the he has owned his behaviour on all three rent. Council also noted that a lot of these nally planned. current membership. but questions the 18-month length of the doctors were lacking the ability to start up During public commentary, a local citiUpon interim CAO Mike van der Torre’s sanctions that restrict his involvement in a clinic, and that a zero-interest loan for a zen requested repairs to the sidewalk recommendation, Deputy Mayor Kevin office. He said, “I recognize that I’ve put few years might be more appealing. along the ravine that follows 55th Street, Martin proclaimed May 12–18, 2024 as Council in a very awkward position.” No Director of Finance and Administranoting it is a safety concern and saying National Police Week in the Town of further commentary was made by Coun- tion Brian Leibel reported that accounts that “it’s not a huge commitment, but it Vermilion. Councillor Snow gave a shout cil. Throndson’s mayoral duties have payable April 17 to May 7, 2024 totalled would benefit a lot of people walking that out to all the police listening, saying, “Our been taken over by Deputy Mayor Kevin $536,068.22. route.” “We’ll see what we can do,” said police do an amazing job. Hats off to them Martin for the remainder of Throndson’s During Council Round Table, councilCouncil encouragingly. for the services they provide.”

18-month term. lors spoke of the drought, Emergency Council then introduced the new In an attempt to quell rumours and Following Manager Economic Devel- Preparedness Week, and the Town’s Director of Infrastructure and Planning speculation, Greg Throndson, who has opment Marylee Prior’s recommendation, Emergency Preparedness Plan, as well Services, Robert Dauphinee, who started served as mayor of Vermilion for the past Deputy Mayor Kevin Martin proclaimed as the upcoming grade 6 visit to Town in the office on Monday, May 6. “I was two and a half years, addressed Council May 6–10, 2024 Economic Development Hall. very excited when I got here and am look- and the public regarding the press release Week. Council thanked Prior and recogTown Council meetings occur the first ing forward to a long stay,” he said. Coun- sent out by the Town the previous morning nized the importance of her work in build- and third Tuesday of each month startcil welcomed him warmly. about his disqualification and sanctioning. ing a strong and vibrant community. ing at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at Council also appointed Director of “I want to make the record straight,” he Councillor Kirby Whitlock then provided the Town Office, and can also be heard Community Services Mike van der Torre began. He explained that the disqualifica- an update to Council on the Health- through livestream on Zoom by registerto serve as interim Chief Administrative tion arose following an incident on March care Providers Attraction and Retention ing at https://www.vermilion.ca/en/yourOfficer (CAO). This follows former CAO 17, 2023 in which he kicked and broke an Committee, saying that two doctors will be government/council-livestream.aspx Kevin Lucas’ resignation in April. Council exterior door at Town Office after receiv- on their way to is grateful to Lucas for his years of service ing a Code of Conduct for a different the community Is Selene the psychic predicting and will begin searching for a new CAO offense from another member of Coun- over the next big changes at city hall? immediately. cil. The disqualification stems specifically f e w m o n t h s In their discussion about the Vermilion from his refusal to pay the bill of $7,129.00 and that a third To get the real River Regional Alliance (VRRA), Coun- plus penalties for the replacement of d o c t o r h a s story, consult cillors questioned maintaining the Town the door, a bill that has been outstand- since chosen your community of Vermilion’s membership, weighing the ing for more than 90 days. His refusal, n o t t o c o m e newspaper! $2,000 membership fee against the bene- he explained, arises from the fact that t o Ve r m i l i o n fits reaped by having a seat at the table. the initial bill was around $3,600, but has f o r p e r s o n a l The Town of Vermilion pays the same since billowed to over $7,000 and covers reasons. One amount as the City of Lloydminster and the cost of replacing not one but two inter- is an anestheYOUR the County of Vermilion River, while the locking doors. Additionally, he had been siologist who NEWSPAPER’S LOGO www.vermilionvoice.com Villages of Marwayne, Paradise Valley, ordered to take an anger management should be here vermilionvoice@gmail.com Kitscoty, and Mannville as well as Lake- course, about which he sheepishly joked, in July and the 780-853-6305 land College pay just a fraction of that “I’m supposed to take an anger manage- ot h e r s h o u l d Reporter

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Bear Shot Dead In Vermilion Provincial Park: Wildlife Violation Sparks Investigation

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Alberta Fish and Wildlife Enforcement linger regarding the fate of other bears that have become food-conditioned or Services were immediately contacted for roaming the area. Forbes shed light on habituated to humans may need to be In t h e q ui et ex pan se of Ver m il - clarification on the distressing matter. ongoing efforts by Alberta Fish and Wild- euthanized.” ion Provincial Park, a tragic incident In a statement provided to the Vermil- life Enforcement Services to address For c o n c er ne d c itizens seek ing has stirred both concern and outrage ion Voice by Calli Forbes, Assistant the situation. “Alberta Fish and Wildlife further guidance, the Alberta BearSmart among residents. Last week, a series Communications Director of Public Enforcement Services currently have Program offers valuable resources and of unsettling encounters unfolded as S a f e t y a n d E m e r g e n c y S e r v i c e s culvert traps set and are actively trying strategies for coexisting with wildlife. bears, fresh from hibernation, ventured Communications and Public Engage- to capture black bears that are in or adja- (For more information, visit: https://www. into the backyards of homes bordering ment for the Government of Alberta, cent to the town of Vermilion. Bears may alberta.ca/alberta-bearsmart-programthe park’s wilderness. However, what the severity of the incident was under- not repeatedly return to the same loca- overview) began as a wildlife spectacle ended scored. “On May 2, we became aware of tion, so traps aren’t always immediately The severity of such violations under in tragedy on May 2 when Vermilion an incident near Vermilion where a bear successful in capturing the offending the Wildlife Act cannot be overstated. Any local Mitchel Yonkman stumbled upon had been shot and left. Fish and Wild- bear.” individual found guilty may face penalties a deceased black bear within the park’s life are actively investigating this matter, In light of these events, For bes including fines of up to $50,000, imprisconfines. and there is currently limited information emphasized the importance of proac- onment of up to one year, or both. To Disturbing images of the fallen bear to share. However, there are indications tive measures to mitigate human-bear report suspicious or illegal hunting activcirculated swiftly on social media, prompt- of a potential violation under the Wildlife encounters. “It is important that resi- ity, or dangerous wildlife encounters, ing a swift response from concerned citi- Act.” dents eliminate any items that may act as Albertans are urged to utilize the Report zens and wildlife authorities alike. The As the investigation unfolds, questions an attractant to bears, such as garbage, A Poacher line at 1-800-642-3800 or compost, bird feeders or pet food. Bears visit Report A Poacher | Alberta.ca.

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highway, threatening nearby residences of tractors, graders, heavy machinery, and By late evening, County Chief Kirk and structures, prompting authorities agricultural implements, as well as nearly Hughes confirmed that all fires had been Reports of multiple spot fires along to take the decisive step of closing a 50 firefighters from eight different depart- extinguished, with crews safely returning Highway #41 south of Highway #16 section of Highway #41. ments. to their respective halls, marking an end prompted an urgent response from the Emcon Services Inc. quickly deployed Vermilion Fire Chief Anton Krys, over- to the day’s crisis.

Vermilion Fire & Rescue Society on roadblocks and detours, redirecting seeing the operation, declared the fire Acknowledgements have been Friday, May 10th in the afternoon. traffic from Highway #619 southward contained at approximately 7:20 p.m., extended to dispatchers for their swift Arriving on the scene just after 1 p.m., towards the Wainwright County border, following hours of intense firefighting efforts. allocation of resources, local farmers and emergency crews were confronted with a as the fires continued to gain momentum While the cause of the fire is under ranch owners for their courageous assischallenging situation: upwards of 19 fires and merge into larger conflagrations. investigation, authorities have stated that tance, and volunteers who answered were in the west ditch, stretching from Recognizing the gravity of the situ- foul play is not suspected. the call to action. Special appreciathe off-ramp down to Township Road ation, additional reinforcements were Meanwhile, emergency responders tion is also expressed to Dewberry Fire 481. With each fire swiftly assessed, called in from Wainwright Fire & Rescue, faced further challenges, with additional & Rescue and Islay Fire for providing mutual aid was summoned from neigh- Irma Fire Rescue, County #9-1, and calls reported in the Rivercourse area for crucial backup support. bouring Clandonald Fire and Kitscoty the Royal Canadian Mounted Police in a grass fire (Paradise Valley Fire DepartThe County of Vermilion have been Fire Department.

Alberta Vermilion Detachment, along- ment attended, along Highway #16 for a kept extremely busy with 60 calls of Despite the valiant efforts of local side support from ATCO energy Fortis Track Fire which brought out the Black- service in the month of April with 18 landowners and farmers who rallied to Power and County of Vermilion River foot Fire and Rescue, and Marwayne/ grass/field/brush fires, 18 medical calls, assist, ferocious winds exacerbated the Public Works.

Dewberry attended to a Tractor fire. 10 mutual aid, seven alarms, four motor situation, causing embers to swirl and The collaborative effort saw a stagger- However, through coordinated efforts, vehicle collisions including 1 extrication, flames to spread rapidly. At Township ing array of resources deployed, including these incidents were also swiftly brought electrical hazards, one rescue, and one Road 484, the fire leaped across the over 30 pieces of fire apparatus, dozens under control.

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Local Realtor Paul Corbiere Honoured With VIP Award

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role in the expansion of the business, facili- sive reach and commitment to client satis- Alberta and over a decade of service in tating the launch of its newest location in faction.

Saskatchewan, embodies success in the Vermilion’s own Paul Corbiere has Vermilion in December 2021, marking the “As a result, you naturally keep build- real estate domain. Armed with a team emerged triumphant, garnering acclaim at Center’s 10th establishment. Now posi- ing on that business and referrals. Our of seasoned professionals, the Center the RealEstate Centre’s annual ‘Circle of tioned adjacent to the Kenyan Law office leads and our reach are quite extensive,” continues to redefine industry standards, Excellence Award Ceremony’ held in Leth- and CLASS of Vermilion at 5038 49 Ave, Corbiere highlighted, shedding light on the bridging local expertise with global bridge on April 19. the Centre’s presence is now a corner- Centre’s global outreach. outreach according to the companies Transitioning from a distinguished 19 stone of Vermilion.

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The Walk for Dog Guides stands as a has been an integral part of communities supporters that come out each year; this The Vermilion Lions Club is once again for over 34 years, with the Pet Valu Walk dog walk is very special to me,” Cryderman beacon of hope, fostering tangible change gearing up for their annual Walk for Dog for Dog Guides serving as a cornerstone shared. He further noted the participation in the lives of Canadians grappling with Guides event, scheduled to take place at fundraiser in support of the Lions Foun- of individuals from Vermilion, Lloydmin- medical and physical disabilities. As the the CN station in the Vermilion Provincial dation of Canada Dog Guides. Nationally, ster, Mannville, and Dewberry, highlighting Vermilion Lions Club eagerly anticipates Park on May 26th. Sign-in for the event these events unfold across approximately the event’s regional significance. this year’s event, hopes are high for kicks off at 1 p.m., with the walk officially 300 communities, showcasing the wideFor those eager to contribute to this another successful fundraiser, ensuring commencing at 2 p.m. This eagerly antici- spread support for this noble cause. worthy cause, fundraising opportuni- that life-changing Dog Guides continue to pated gathering is a day of family fun, The provision of specially trained Dog ties are available. Interested parties can enrich the lives of those in need. Please welcoming participants of all ages and Guides significantly enhances the inde- reach out to Don Good 780-853-2220 or note that anyone with or without a dog is abilities, including furry companions. pendence, mobility, and safety of their Jimmy Cryderman at 780-581-8432 to welcome to attend.

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Jimmy Cryderman, a dedicated Lions Since its inception in 1985, the Walk for Club member and organizer of the Walk Dog Guides has emerged as a beacon of for Dog Guides, expressed his gratitude hope, raising an impressive $21 million towards the Vermilion community for to date and facilitating over 3,000 life- their unwavering support over the past 13 changing partnerships between Canadi- years.

“We have been doing the walk here in ans living with disabilities and their faithful Dog Guides. At present, there are 1,062 Vermilion for the past 13 years and have active Dog Guide teams scattered across raised a substantial amount of money for Canada, a testament to the profound the cause. I am very happy for all the help from Barry Clampit over the years and the impact of this initiative.

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Local / School news

Karen King

The Vermilion Voice | May 14, 2024

Vermilion Elementary School News

Each class had the opportunity to hold awareness of the importance of positive terrific honor that must have been. Ethan the young hatchlings and find out how mental health. Mentally healthy students has been in our school before, as he was At our May 1 assembly, we dressed in soft they really were. What a great learn- are more resilient and better able to learn, the trombone clinician who came to VES in camouflage or camo colors. Kale, Edward ing opportunity. achieve success and build healthy relation- the fall and again in February to work with and Sarah gave the land acknowledgeMusic Monday occurs on the first Monday ships. our Grade 4-6 students. At the end of all ment. We thank Fat Cat for taking the of May. The concept is to unite Canada in On May 8 and 9, we were thrilled to the workshops, Brianna and Ethan led our time to come to our school to make a song. So, on May 6 at 11:00 am Vermilion host Metis fiddler and dancer, Brianna whole school in a kitchen party, which the lot of students very happy. The badmin- time, individuals all across Canada sang Lizotte, and her friend Ethan Graves, who students were super excited about.

Dates to Remember: May 31 – Track ton clubs from Grades 4, 5 and 6 were and played “We Are One”. Students and accompanied her on the spoons. Brianna acknowledged, as well as the Gamers staff from VES and St. Jerome’s (K-6) did and Ethan showed all the students in our and Field Day; June 3 – Grade 6 Transition Club members. their part by gathering together on the track school how to dance the jig as well as Day at JR; June 4 – Crazy Hair Day; June Kindergar ten received eggs from between the two schools and singing the how to play wooden spoons. Ethan even 5 – Division 2 Field Trip; June 6 – Division Chatsworth Farms. From those eggs, song together. Then students from the two told the kids how to make their own set 1 Field Trip; June 19 – KA Grad; June 20 two ducks and eleven chicks hatched. school had the opportunity to play together of spoons. Brianna was one of 32 Indig- – KB Grad; June 21 – National Indigenous enous Canadians who went to the Vati- Day; June 24 – AR Celebration Day and The kindergarten looked after them on the two playgrounds. for the week and then Charlotte (from Hats On for Mental Health was May 8. can in 2022 to deliver a message of truth Family Picnic; June 26 – Grade 6 Farewell Chatsworth Farms) came to pick them up. VES students and staff wore hats to raise and reconciliation to Pope Francis. What a and Last Day of School for Students.

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Metis Presentation. Photos submitted

Vermilion & District Housing Foundation Receives Funding

VDHF

Fund is a one-time 400 million invest- COVID-19 pandemic and build a more tions, including charities, non-profits and ment from the Government of Canada just and equitable future for those in Indigenous governing bodies, across Vermilion & District Housing Foun- to support community service organi- Vermilion.”

Canada have shown impressive stamdation is pleased to announce we were zations, including charities, non-prof– Jenna Sudds, Minister of Fami- ina and creativity in their response to recipients of the Community Services its, and Indigenous governing bodies, lies, Children and Social Development the diverse and increasingly challenging Recovery Fund to assist in moderniza- as they adapt and modernize their As the long-term recovery from the needs of their communities. tion and upgrading of our www.vdhf.ca organizations. “Community ser vice Covid -19 pandemic c ontinues, we To support the vital work done by website and modernization of marketing o r g a n iz at i o n s a r e at t h e h e a r t o f welcome the Government of Canada’s these organizations, the Government of tools. communities like Vermilion, creating a push for a more inclusive model of Canada provided $400 million to EmployThe need to update and modern- sense of belonging from coast to coast economic growth that creates opportuni- ment and Social Development Canada to ize our website came to surface during to coast. The Communit y Ser vices ties for everyone in Canada. create the Community Services Recovthe COVID-19 pandemic, when families Recovery Fund will enable organizaNow more than ever, communit y ery Fund. and prospective residents were unable tions like Vermilion & District Hous- service organizations, including chariWe look forward to utilizing this fundto attend in person to pick up informa- ing Foundation that serve our diverse ties, non-profits, and Indigenous govern- ing to update, modernize and streamline tion on our services along with applica- communities to adapt and modernize ing bodies, play a key role in addressing our current website www.vdhf.ca making tions to our various facilities. This had their programs and ser vices and to complex social problems faced by many it user friendly and easily accessible to a direct impact on our communities and invest in the future of their organiza- communities across Canada. everyone. Thank you to the Community our occupancy rates. tions, staff and volunteers. Together, From the beginning of the COVID-19 Services Recovery Fund for assisting in The Community Services Recovery we can rebuild from the isolation of the pandemic, community service organiza- such a beneficial project.

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2nd Chance Trail Ride Supports Tissue And Organ Donation

bled for a parade at 4:15 p.m., arriving performs the most organ transplants the same care as any other surgery. at the Allied Arts and Leisure Centre from MAID patients among Canada, To register to become an organ or The 13th annual Second Chance Trail in Elk Point around 4:45 p.m. to enjoy Belgium, Netherlands, and Spain—the tissue donor, visit https://myhealth.

Ride and Dinner was held near Elk Point a prepared meal and entertainment by four countries currently offering this alberta.ca/Pages/OTDRHome.aspx on May 11. Founded in 2012 after five Hugh McLennan, western musician and practice.

The Second Chance Trail Ride Sociequestrian enthusiasts received the gift storyteller.

MyHealth.Alberta.ca reports that a ety will also be holding a golf tournaof a double lung transplant, the event Over $800,000 has been raised since single organ and tissue donor can save ment in Lloydminster on June 13 in seeks to raise awareness and funds the trail ride’s inception, some of which up to 8 lives and make life better for up to partnership with SORE Oilfield to raise for tissue and organ donations and have gone toward subsidizing apart- 75 other people. There is no cost to your further funds for organ transplant, as to express appreciation to the donors ments in Edmonton for those undergo- family or estate if you donate organs well as another fundraising golf tournaand supporters of individuals who have ing organ transplants. or tissues, and the surgery to remove ment at Garrison Memorial Golf Club in undertaken the transplant journey.

Morris Irvine, founding member of the organs and tissues is performed with Edmonton on August 10.

Riders were invited to saddle up and Second Chance Trail Ride Society and ride with the Second Chance Trail Ride VIP wagon teamster, said, “Today we Society starting at the Lindbergh Stag- had a great day and our riders were a ing Area and following the Iron Horse great group of people to visit with along Trail to Elk Point. Over 250 participants the trail. I’d like to thank everyone for rode along on horses and in wagons. being a part of our fundraiser.”

B&R Eckels Transpor t sponsored a More than 4,000 organ transplants barbecue near the midpoint of the ride, are needed each year in Canada, and while guitar players and a banjo player hundreds of Canadians die waiting provided lunchtime entertainment. for a lifesaving transplant. Only about Everyone who signed up for the ride 1–2 per cent of people who die can be received a beautiful green scarf with considered for an organ donation, while the Second Chance Trail Ride logo on most people can be considered for it, which was well received by all as a tissue donation. memento of the trail ride. Many old Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) friends and plenty of families spent the has become a surprising source of day travelling along the trail, arriving in donated organs in Canada, with an interElk Point around 4 p.m. They assem- national review finding that the nation Some attendees at the 2nd Chance Trail Ride. Photo 2nd Chance Trail Ride Reporter

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The Vermilion Voice | May 14, 2024

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Robson Report

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May 6th, Mr. Campbell along with the for lunch and then stretched their legs at Track Districts will be held in LloydminGrade 9 Students took in a tour at the the St. Paul UFO Landing pad park prior ster.

Tuesday, May 28th, Junior High Track The Superintendent’s Speech Compe- Lloydminster Lakeland College Campus to heading back to JR Robson aboard our Northern Competition for those qualifytition was held last week. JR Robson last week. They also participated in activi- Activity Bus. students Olivia Elder who is in Grade 12 ties at different booths and were able May 8th, Mr. Campbell and his Outdoor ing. and seventh grade Bentley Buckingham to enter contests for Lakeland College Ed. class were fortunate enough to be Wednesday, May 29th, Senior High were chosen to represent JR Robson after prizes. witness to the Provincial Park’s trout pond Track Zones will occur in Bonnyville for an in-house competition the week before.

On May 1st, Senior High Social Stud- being restocked with trout. They even got those qualifying.

There were some great speeches to ies teacher, Mr. Maier and the Social to assist in some ways; some enjoyed it May 16 & 17th will be days off school as choose from. In the division-wide compe- Emotional Coach Amy Olobayo, took more than others. Thank you to Conser- an extended May Long Weekend. tition, Olivia came in second place in her the majority of this semester’s Grade 10 vation Officer Mitch Visser for allowing grade level division. Congratulations to all Social Studies students to the former this opportunity. of the brave and motivated students who Blue Quills Residential School for a tour On Wednesday, May 15th, our Junior competed in this event. and they learned from a Residential High students compete in Track & Field.

School Survivor. Afterwards, they went Wednesday, May 22nd, Senior High Submitted

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The Vermilion Voice | May 14, 2024

Council Explains Sanctioning And Code Of Conduct

Setting Standards: It establishes Submitted elected as Councilors, and every member issues or conflicts of interest.

The public should know that when takes turns as Deputy Mayor over our Maintaining Order: A code of conduct a benchmark for expected behavior, sanctions get put on members of Council, elected term. sets clear guidelines for behavior, reduc- promoting professionalism and responsiit not only impacts the Councilor in quesTown council follows a Code of Conduct ing the likelihood of disruptive or inap- ble governance among council members tion; it also impacts Council as a whole. for several reasons: propriate conduct within council meet- and ensuring consistency in decisionMore work is added on the rest of the Ethical Standards: It ensures that ings and interactions with our public and making processes.

Council can do great things for our Councilors; in the case of Mayor Greg council members adhere to ethical prin- administration.

Throndson being sanctioned, Council will ciples, promoting honesty, integrity, and Promoting Respect: It encourages community, and we are determined to our respectful communication and interaction goal in building a healthy, innovative, and be splitting the extra committee responsi- accountability in their actions. bilities, which adds to our workload. There Public Trust: Upholding a Code of among council members, staff, and the inclusive town where people come first, is also a cost to our taxpayers for arbitra- Conduct fosters trust between the council public, fostering a positive and construc- and where everyone has access to the resources they need to healthy lives and tion and lawyers to ensure our town is safe and the community, as it demonstrates a tive working environment. commitment to transparency and fairness.

Preserving Reputation: Following a fulfill their potential. in the decisions we make.

Legal Compliance: It helps ensure Code of Conduct helps protect Council’s Kevin Martin We are all elected officials for the Deputy Mayor Town of Vermilion; Mayor Throndson was compliance with legal requirements and reputation by preventing misconduct or Town of Vermilion elected as Mayor and his elected title regulations governing the conduct of unethical behavior that could tarnish its Speaking for Council is still the mayor. The rest of Council is public officials, minimizing the risk of legal image or credibility.

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