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Vermilion Light Horse Club Hosts Rusty Bit Horse Show

Caylie Gnyra Reporter

The Vermilion Light Horse 4-H Club hosted its annual Rusty Bit Horse Show at the Lakeland College Riding Arena on June 16. Originally scheduled to take place at the Vermilion Agricultural Society fairgrounds, the event was moved indoors to the arena because of forecasted inclement weather.

Classes began at 8 a.m. and ran into the late afternoon. The morning featured various show classes, while the gymkhana classes, known for their fast-paced and entertaining nature, took place after lunch.

The show also served as a fundraiser for the 4-H club, welcoming registrations from equestrians outside of the club. The event featured a variety of competitions, including halter showmanship as well as English and Western classes. The gymkhana included barrel racing, pole bending, and other thrilling speed events.

Participants in each age division competed

for high point ribbons, bridles, and reins. Cash prizes were awarded to the first, second, and third place winners in each class, while ribbons were given out for places one through six. Secure Energy also donated prizes for every show class, ensuring that many participants walked away with something special.

Following a time-honoured tradition, the Coutts family custom-made the Rusty Bit trophy, which was awarded to Kim Eremko, the high point grand champion, at the end of the day. Eremko also won in the adult high point division, while Kalli Usenik won in the 13-17-year-old high point division and Kassidy Enstrom won for the 12 and under division.

This event was brought to the community by the Vermilion 4-H Light Horse Club, Secure Energy, Donna’s Tack and Things Tack Shop, Craig and Andrea Usenik, Denise MacDonald, the Vermilion Agricultural Society, and Lakeland College. Their support played a crucial role in making the Rusty Bit Show a memorable event for all involved.

Entrants of the Adult Western Equitation class at the Rusty Bit Horse Show at the Lakeland College Riding Arena on June 16. Photo Caylie Gnyra

Grand champion: Kim Eremko. Photo submitted

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Lorna Hamilton Reporter

UFA Celebrates Farmers With BBQ Lunch

The Vermilion UFA Farm and Ranch branch embraced the cloudy and chilly weather on June 14 to honour the hardworking farmers of the region with a festive BBQ smokie lunch, complete with a delicious piece of cake. The event was an enjoyable occasion, bringing smiles and satisfaction to everyone in attendance.

Trent Isley, the store manager of the Vermilion Farm and Ranch Supply Store, emphasized the importance of recognizing the agricultural community’s contributions. “Today is a special day to celebrate our members and the agricultural community. They should be appreciated not just today but every day,” Isley remarked. He extended his gratitude to the store’s customers and members for their unwavering support over the years. “I want to thank our customers

and members for their support throughout the years. I would like to let everyone know that you don’t have to be a member to shop at UFA. Anyone can purchase from our store, and all are welcome. You can check out our products and shop on our website at UFA. com.”

UFA also had great deals lined up for their customers and had a fantastic contest set up where ballots could be filled out at all UFA locations or entered online at UFA.com/ FarmersDay to win $1,000, $2,000 or $3,000 UFA gift cards.

The roots of this celebration date back to the early 20th century. Kevin Hoppins, UFA Board Chairman, explained that the tradition began in 1914 with the Roseview local chapter of UFA near Carbon, Alberta. The chapter hosted an annual event known as ‘UFA Sunday,’ aimed at uniting UFA members through a religious service, regardless of

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their religious affiliations. The organizers hoped that by emphasizing the shared objectives of the church and the farmers’ organization, they could promote goodwill and cooperation within the community. This concept grew in popularity and became a provincewide event during UFA’s 1918 conference, gradually incorporating athletic events and speeches.

In 2010, UFA Co-operative Limited revived the tradition of celebrating Farmer’s Day to honour Alberta’s agricultural producers, fami-

lies, and members. While the celebration has evolved over the years, its core purpose remains unchanged: to recognize and honor the relentless efforts of farmers who contribute significantly to our communities.

UFA’s commitment to its members and customers extends beyond a single day of celebration. The organization continues to support the agricultural community through various initiatives and services, underscoring the vital role farmers play in sustaining our way of life.

From left, Connor Njaa, Niki Ryan, Tyson Tschauner, Trent Isley, Kim Roberts, and Betty Berenzenski cooking up a storm on Farmer’s Day. Photos Lorna Hamilton

From left, Linda Van denDolder, Bev Smith, Lynda Moses, Barbara Corbett, Dale McQuid, Dough Van denDolder.

Dawn Hames Columnist

Driving home from work last Wednesday, I had the unpleasant experience of being carjacked. I was driving home, after work on Highway 45, when I saw a large brown dog running down the middle of the highway. I wondered where its owner was. A little farther, there was a much smaller white poodle cross-type dog, running from side to side on the highway, looking distressed, smelling the edges of the highway, trying to pick up a scent. This was at RR15. There was a semi oncoming, and a vehicle that looked like a small Jeep Wrangler, with an ivory coloured hard top, parked on the south side of RR15, appearing to be waiting for the semi to go by. It was a two-tone, with an ivory top and a very dirty darker bottom, with

Craig Baird Columnist

At the end of June 1913, the Vermilion School of Agriculture was ready to open its doors to the students ready to start attending in November.

The school was constructed over the previous year and was expected to be completed by the end of July. It was to be furnished and equipped in a first-class manner for the teaching of practical and scientific agriculture, domestic science, and household economy.

The Edmonton Journal described the building as a most complete building and stated that experts called it well-adapted to the purposes for which it was built.

Carjacking

only two tinted side windows. I stopped my SUV and the dog came over and I petted it. It was wearing a collar and was well-groomed but wet and dirty from the rain. I knew it belonged to someone who would be missing their dog. The semi went by, and then the dog took off back on the highway. A lady also in a SUV saw the dog running around in the middle of the highway and stopped, and the dog ran to her when she opened her door. I walked back to where she stopped, to tell her it was not my dog, and that I had just stopped to help it. The small Jeep drove past us slowly, heading east, then turned around, driving slowly up to where we were. I thought maybe this was their dog. They went right past us, onto where my SUV was parked on the side of the road, and a young man jumped out of the passenger side of the Jeep and into my vehicle, and that was the last I saw of my car, purse, phone and everything else in it. We followed my SUV

while I used her phone to call my husband and 911. At RR20, they split with one vehicle going north and the other going south. In retrospect, it seemed like the dogs were used as bait to lure someone to stop and help them. I don’t think the dogs belonged to them, because the dog showed no interest in the jeep as it drove by. They may have taken someone else’s dogs. My husband went to look for the dogs, and to see if they threw any of my things out but did not find the dogs or anything that belonged to me. The RCMP are on it, and although my silver, Hyundai Santa Fe 2012 is not located yet, I am sure they will get to the bottom of it.

A lot of people want to know how I am. So far, I am doing ok, sad that I lost the camera, my kids got me for Christmas and used almost every day for all my social media posts for my business. The back seat was loaded with fabric and blind samples, as I had been out on appointments and had not

taken them out of my vehicle yet, so that is a lot of money lost, to something that is of no use to anyone else but me. The hatchback was full of my tools for installing drapery and blinds, and all sorts of drapery rod components, so that was also a sad loss, but of course, these are just things, and everything is replaceable. My well-worn bible that I have had for many decades, full of underlining and notes was sadly in my vehicle as well as my winter coat, my raincoat, and my favourite spring coat plus much more. It’s an abrupt lesson in letting go.

I want to thank everyone that shared the post, and expressed concern. From the many Facebook shares, one lady recognized what appeared to be my car, driving into to their rural yard within a day. I pray these individuals involved will have an intervention, whatever that looks like, to make a positive change to do something more worthwhile with their lives.

The Vermilion School Of Agriculture Is Ready To Open

Within the building was a machine shop, carpenter shop, chemical laboratory, and library that was equipped in a first-class manner.

Ernest Albert Howes was hired as the first principal. He came to the school from the University of Nevada. He was expected to open his office in early July and would be spending most of his time making arrangements, visiting prospective students, and making general preparations for work that had to be done at the school as opening day neared.

The school in that first year would have a two-month course in Domestic Science and Household and Economy that would be provided for female students. The male students would have a full six-month’s course

in agriculture and several other sciences. The first class of students would be 34 men, no women.

The Vermilion School of Agriculture would become one of the best agriculture schools in the Canadian Prairies. The school would keep operating until 1918 when it was turned into a makeshift hospital during the Spanish Flu pandemic. It would be open off and on for the next two decades until the Second World War. Today, it is known as Lakeland College. But it all started in 1913, when the school was ready to open, and its principal was putting in the finishing touches that would make the school one of the best of its kind in Canada.

Doreen Flewell Klatt Columnist

I have always loved horses and learned to ride at a very early age. When I was 12, my Dad taught me to harness and drive one of his teams, Brownie and Festus. I had hitched to a stone boat and a four wheeled wagon, but my favourite hitch was the hay rake. By the time I was 14, I was haying with Dad and my brothers. Our east hay field was about 5 miles away from our home. I was the teamster who drove the team and rake through coulee’s

Hay Rakes

and steep hills to get to the hayfield and operated the hay rake. It was called a dump rake, it was a metal framed machine with two wheels and steel tines (teeth) operated from a metal seat, mounted over the rake with a foot pedal/lever to either put pressure on the tines to hold the hay while it was being gathered or to trip the tines and deposit the hay in windrows. I got pretty good at it.

One hot July day, I was raking prairie wool hay into windrows for my Dad to pick upwith the farmhand, and at the bottom of a hill was a slough that had dried up and Dad had cut that hay too. I Iove the smell of slough hay so I was excited to get started

on that.

It was afternoon by this time and I had only done a few swipes of the slough bottom and I ran over a hornets nest. The horses started bucking and kicking and lunging forward and I couldn’t hold them; asthey took off running. I just prayed I wouldn’t hit a hole or a rock and aimed my rig towards an opening at the end of the slough that opened up to fairly steep hill which was fortunate for me. I drove them through, watching to make sure their back legs stayed in the traces while they were still kicking and I could hear Dad’s voice “hang on Deen”.

Having hayed for 40+ years, he knew they’d been stung, he recognized the panic of the horses and the danger of a runaway. I rode that rickety rake to a standstill halfway up that hill and was able to slowly calm the team down by walking them back to our hayfield camp. They were a little shook up from getting stung but soon they settled right down. I was also shook up and wasn’t sure if I ever wanted to run the rake again, but I must have been okay because I raked hay until I was 24 years old when Dad sold the hay quarter.

Reprinted with permission from the Senior Paper.

Christina’s Home Furnishings Hosts

BBQ

Fundraiser For Local School

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

In a remarkable display of community spirit, Kirby Whitlock, owner of Christina’s Home Furnishings, has once again launched a series of community BBQs aimed at supporting local charities and organizations. This initiative continues Whitlock’s commitment to giving back to the community, with the latest event taking place on June 7.

The BBQ featured a mouthwatering selection of hotdogs and hamburgers, with a new addition of chili dogs, offering a flavourful twist. Attendees were treated to a complete meal with a choice of soda or water. The event’s proceeds are dedicated to the Vermilion Elementary School (VES) Hot Lunch Program, a vital service that provides meals to students attending VES.

Program were actively involved, assisting

with meal preparation and managing the collection of funds. Their presence and dedication underscored the community’s collective effort to support this essential cause.

Whitlock expressed his deep gratitude to the community for their continued support of these fundraising events.

“Without the support of the community, these donations could never happen, and I am so grateful for everyone who purchases items from the BBQ so that I can present the hot lunch program with this donation,” Whitlock stated.

The event not only highlighted the generosity of the local residents but also demonstrated the power of community collaboration in making a positive impact. With such events, Christina’s Home Furnishings reinforces its role as a cornerstone of community support and

LIONS CHARITY GOLF TOURNEY

Vermilion Lions Club would like to thank all our supporters that made our 25th annual Lions Charity Golf Tournament another big success. We raised about $8000 after expenses. A big thank you from the Vermilion Lions Club.

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From left, Donna Niedzielski, Marlene Whitten and Karen Hughes from the VES Hot Lunch Program. Photo Lorna Hamilton

Spectacular Rodeo And Chuckwagon Racing On Its Way

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The highly anticipated Wainwright Stampede is set to take place from June 21 to 23, promising three action-packed days of thrilling rodeo performances and heart-pounding chuckwagon races. As one of Canada’s premier professional rodeos, the Wainwright Stampede is poised to deliver an unforgettable experience for rodeo enthusiasts and families alike.

The Stampede will feature four Canadian Professional Rodeo Association (CPRA) performances, showcasing events such as Team Roping, Barrel Racing, Saddle Bronc, Tie-Down Roping, Steer Wrestling, Bull Riding, Bareback, and Ladies Breakaway Roping. Spectators will witness the incredible skills and bravery of talented rodeo professionals. Additionally, three days of thunderous CPCA Chuckwagon Races will add to the excitement.

Leading up to and during the Stampede, a variety of breakfasts and BBQs supporting different causes will be held. Detailed information on these events can

be found on the Wainwright Agricultural Society’s website under the calendar tab.

The festivities will begin on June 20 with the Chamber Stampede Kick-Off Party at 4 p.m. at the Peace Memorial Multiplex parking lot. The event will offer a range of activities and treats for the whole family, including bouncy castles, Chicken John’s Petting Zoo, children’s activities, an entertainment stage, a market, food trucks, a chili cook-off, a DJ, and much more.

On June 21, the chuckwagons will kick off the Friday events at 5 p.m., followed by the rodeo at 7:30 p.m. The evening will culminate with a Rodeo Dance at the Elks Hall at 9 p.m., featuring the country-rock group Mitch Larock and the 4:54 band from Eatonia, Saskatchewan. Cover for the dance is $10.

June 22 will begin with the Downtown Parade at 10 a.m., themed “Salute to 100+ Years of Oil and Gas in Wainwright.”

The parade will set the tone for a day filled with excitement, with rodeo performances commencing at 1 p.m. The CPCA Chuckwagon Races will take place at 5 p.m., followed by the Rodeo Under the Lights

at 9 p.m. For live music lovers, the Stampede Cabaret at Wainwright PMM will feature Brayden King, a rising star who secured a Golden Ticket on Season 21 of American Idol.

The final day, June 23, will see the rodeo starting at 1 p.m., with the weekend’s final chuckwagon races at 5 p.m. Throughout the event, attendees can enjoy West Coast Amusements, offering over 15 rides, 15 games, and 12 food venues, including classics like cotton candy and candy apples, as well as popular treats like poutine and Hawaiian shaved ice.

Adding to the excitement, the Wainwright Frontier and Exhibition Agricultural Society will hold a 50/50 raffle at every performance, providing seven chances to win a substantial prize. Additionally, there is a raffle for

a 2024 RAM 1500, with tickets available for purchase at various locations in Wainwright for $100 each.

The Wainwright Stampede holds a special place in the hearts of rodeo enthusiasts. With its exceptional lineup of rodeo performances, chuckwagon races, live music, and a wide array of entertainment options, this year’s event promises to be a memorable experience for all who attend. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be part of the action and witness the incredible athleticism on display.

2023 Chuckwagon races at the Wainwright Stampede. Photo Sue Chikie

Caylie Gnyra Reporter

Vermilion River Flying Club Hosts Fly-in Father’s Day Breakfast

The Vermilion River Flying Club hosted a successful Fly-in Father’s Day Breakfast at the Vermilion Municipal Airport on Sunday, June 16. Although the club had hoped to provide breakfast under a canvas tent at the airport, windy conditions led to the breakfast being relocated to St. Jerome’s School. There, the Knights of Columbus served their legendary breakfast from 9 a.m. until noon. Proceeds of the $12 per person breakfast went to Knights of Columbus charities, with children under 6 enjoying the meal for free.

More than 165 people attended the breakfast, with adventurous aviators from Villeneuve, Cooking Lake, Drayton Valley, Westlock, and elsewhere braving the wind to land at the airport, where they were transported by volunteers to the school. In total, three planes and two helicopters attended this inaugural event. Others drove from as far away as Edmonton, with locals providing a warm

welcome and friendly chatter throughout the morning.

The event aimed to utilize and highlight the Vermilion airport, encouraging more people to visit and use the facility. The breakfast featured a classic menu including pancakes, scrambled eggs, ham, sausages, strawberries, blueberries, coffee, tea, and juice. Cadets stepped up to provide dishwashing services, gratefully acknowledged by the organizers.

Burnt Rock Adventure Co., the Vermilion Pottery Guild, and Heartworks Studio had tables set up, providing a taste of what Vermilion has to offer to visitors and locals alike.

The event was well-publicized on Facebook, with additional promotion through emails to other flying clubs helping to spread the word. The club, which has 19 members, previously hosted fly-ins for coffee but had to pause due to COVID-19, making this their first attempt at a fly-in breakfast.

To learn more about the Vermilion River Flying Club, visit its website at www.vrflyingclub.ca

Knights of Columbus, cadets, and members of the Vermilion River Flying Club prepared a hearty breakfast for the Fly-in Father’s Day Breakfast at St. Jerome’s School on June 16. Photos Caylie Gnyra

Carriage Association Holds Triple Drive Competition

Caylie Gnyra Reporter

The East/West Chapter of the Alberta Carriage Driving Association held a Triple Drive Competition June 15–16 at the Vermilion Agricultural Society’s fairgrounds.

The competition takes its name from the three equine driving challenges comprising the event. First, carriage drivers and their horses complete a dressage pattern, following a series of prescribed gaits and figures to demonstrate the horse’s obedience, flexibility, and harmony with the driver, as well as the driver’s skill in guiding the horse through a sequence of precise movements.

Next, the horses and their drivers navigate through a timed course, maneuvering through a series of balls placed on top of cones spaced just inches wider than the carriage’s wheels. This event demonstrates the driver’s precision, control, and skill as well as the horse’s responsiveness and agility.

In the last challenge, a timed derby event, horses and their drivers must deftly

There are different levels of competition suitable for all skill and experience levels of horse and driver.

The East/West Chapter is one of the driving chapters under the umbrella of the Alberta Carriage Driving Association (ACDA). They are a non-profit organization that services northeastern Alberta and northwestern Saskatchewan, hence the name East/West.

The Chapter was formed on March 20th, 1988 in Lloydminster and has always strived to provide a friendly, welcoming, and encouraging atmosphere for competitors and volunteers alike. Their focus is on safety, education, and fun for all no matter your level of experience. They welcome drivers of every age along with their equine partners of any breed, size, and experience. Bring your singles, pairs, four-inhand, minis, roping-horse-turnedcarriage-horse, or high-stepping show-driving steed and get involved in the fun! Those who do not own ing Fun Days on September 14 and 15, which include two rounds of Triple Drive Competition as well as ring classes and games throughout the weekend. To learn more about carriage driving, visit www.albertadriving-acda.ca

Taste Of Vermilion Coming June 26

Caylie Gnyra Reporter

On Wednesday, June 26, two blocks of Vermilion’s downtown Main Street will be blocked off to vehicular traffic beginning at noon in preparation for one of the town’s most-anticipated annual events: the Taste of Vermilion.

The always-popular Bucket Brigade will also begin at 4 p.m., with teams of five

The festivities will begin at 4 p.m. with a wide variety of kids’ activities, ranging from face painting and glitter tattoos to balloon animals and games. The Vermilion Public Library will be hosting a sidewalk chalk competition, while Burnt Rock Adventure Co. will be running bicycle races for kids.

racing against each other to fill a large container using small buckets of water. Contact Paige Jaremco at pjaremco@ vermilion.ca or 780-787-8292 to register.

Throughout the evening, craft and art vendors will market their wares, adding to the ambiance of this small-town street fair.

The tastings officially start at 5 p.m., with local restaurants, breweries, and distilleries offering selected items from their full menus, ensuring something for everyone’s palate. Samples cost $3 per ticket. Live entertainment will also begin at 5 p.m. and run until the close of the event at 10 p.m., featuring music as well as line dancing.

Wendy Williams runs her horse through the dressage portion of the East/West Triple Drive Competition at the Vermilion Agricultural Society fairgrounds on June 15.

Photo Caylie Gnyra

Young Entrepreneurs Serve And Save On Lemonade Day

Caylie Gnyra Reporter

Entrepreneurially-minded youngsters set up shop around Vermilion on Saturday, June 15, joining kids across Canada, the United States, and South Africa in participating in Lemonade Day, an experiential program designed to foster business acumen from a young age.

The Citrus Shack, operated by 4-yearold Bennett Kwasnycia with the help of his mother Katie, was set up outside the entrance of the Co-op grocery store, while Ayvah Leadbeater, a third-year veteran of the program, set up Something Interesting About Lemons just outside of Christina Home Furnishings.

Both young entrepreneurs were open for business starting at 11 a.m., taking advantage of the calm and sunny day. Leadbeater’s stand offered lemonade, a strawberry-raspberry lemonade, and mini muffins, while Kwasnycia had regular lemonade as well as a sugar-free alternative in addition to watermelon, strawberry, and peach flavourings and an assortment of chips.

The Lemonade Day training program, known as Lemmy University and deliv

ered as an app or a workbook, equipped participants for the day by helping them set goals, make plans, and acquire a business license, food permit, and lease agreement for the day.

Sierrah Bennett of Startup Lloydminster and Councillor for the Town of Vermilion Robert Pulyk served as judges for the stands, assessing customer service attitude, creativity, and uniqueness. Kwasnycia won the local ribbon for Best Tasting Lemonade, while Leadbeater won ribbons for local Entrepreneur of the Year and Best Stand. Each ribbon was accompanied by $100 cash, and Leadbeater’s placing of Entrepreneur of the Year will allow her to move forward to the National Youth Entrepreneur of the Year Contest.

The Lemonade Day program aims to encourage children and youth to learn how to save some money, spend some money, and give some to charity. Since the program began in 2018, Lemonade Day kids have donated over $35,000 to charities and made over $110,000 in profit. Kwasnycia was saving up his profits to buy a game, with plans to donate the rest to long-term care. Leadbeater was enthu

fun and it’s really good to get kids out,” reflected Leadbeater on the experience. Kwasnycia said things were “going good” despite being “kind of cold and windy.”

Lemonade Day extends beyond a single child selling lemonade; it’s a communitywide initiative focused on investing in our

essential business and entrepreneurial skills. Through Lemonade Day, young people gain confidence and envision new opportunities for their future, preparing them to become tomorrow’s leaders, volunteers, and innovative citizens.

To see pictures of lemonade stands from across northern Alberta, visit https://www. facebook.com/LemonadeDayNorthernAl-

Judges Sierrah Bennett of Startup Lloydminster and Councillor Robert Pulyk with Bennett and Katie Kwasnycia, operators of the Citrus Shack lemonade stand on June 15. Photo Caylie Gnyra

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Just Kruzin Vehicle Car Club Show And Shine Event

The Servus Sports Centre was abuzz with excitement as car enthusiasts from near and far gathered for the 16th Annual Show and Shine, hosted by the Just Kruzin Specialty Vehicle Car Club. The event, held on a sunny Saturday, showcased over 200 vehicles, drawing a large crowd eager to marvel at the impressive array of vehicles.

From meticulously restored classics to powerful racing machines, the show featured a diverse collection that captivated attendees of all ages. Car-related vendors added to the experience, offering a variety of products and services.

The Brittania fire department was on hand with their fire trucks, while Lloydminster Fire and Rescue displayed their rescue vehicles, providing an interactive element for visitors.

Children were not left out of the fun. A dedicated area organized by the Club offered engaging activities, including Make n’ Take Models ran by Big Brothers and Sisters, and a Matchbox car races contest was held by Can-Do Auto. Additionally, the group Protection for the Unprotected was present to raise awareness about child abuse.

Border Paws was also on site.

Registration for the event began at 9 a.m., with free entry for all participants. The organizers aimed to create an inclusive atmosphere, ensuring that everyone had the opportunity to join in the festivities without any cost. Food vendors provided a variety of delicious options, adding to the enjoyment of the day.

The Just Kruzin Specialty Vehicle Car Club expressed their

gratitude to the sponsors and volunteers who played a crucial role in the event’s success. “The perfect weather and the presence of familiar faces added to the overall enjoyment of the day,” a club representative commented.

The 16th Annual Show and Shine was a triumphant celebration of automotive passion, bringing together enthusiasts to share their love for unique and exceptional vehicles. The

event not only highlighted the beauty and power of these machines but also fostered a sense of community among those who appreciate them.

A very small fraction of the vehicles at the Show and Shine Car Show.

Photos Lorna Hamilton

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Chance Meeting Keeps Rink Running

ADAMA Canada donates $10,000 to help replace ice plant in Marwayne.

Marwayne’s curling, hockey, figure skating and CanSkate programs were at risk of being put on ice this winter, but a chance meeting between two people who really appreciate what that would mean for the community may have saved the season.

“The ice plant that serves both our arena and curling rink is on its last legs,” says Yolanda Oberhofer, President of the Marwayne Agricultural Society. “Much work has been done to keep the plant running for as long as possible, but the time has come to replace it and the need is urgent. We were unsure that the plant will pull us through another year.”

And so it was with a stroke of luck that Oberhofer bumped into Cheri Ferrell, an Area Business Manager, with ADAMA Canada.

“I was chatting with Yolanda and the challenges they were having with keeping the rink going came up and I just thought to myself, this sounds like something that

is right up the alley for Stomping Grounds,” says Ferrell.

Now in its second year, Stomping Grounds was created by ADAMA Canada with the mandate to invest in local initiatives that support youth, health and connection. Ferrell encouraged Oberhofer to fill out the application and in April their application was selected for a $10,000 investment - one of 22 community-nominated projects the company will be investing in across Canada this year.

“When you apply, you don’t want to get your hopes up, but when we heard we got it that was really exciting,” says Oberhofer.

“We’re really grateful for the support and the opportunity provided by ADAMA. Its going to keep these programs going and affordable.”

Prior to the investment from ADAMA, they Ag Society was looking at other ways to raise money, including increasing user fees.

“Significantly increasing user fees was really a last resort for us,” says Oberhofer, fearing higher fees would limit accessibility to the heart of the commu -

nity. “It isn’t just hockey players and curlers that use the space. People go there for shows or meetings, but without the facilities for hockey and curling all those other activities wouldn’t be possible.”

“Running into Yolanda at an ag event

in a facility not unlike their arena, shows you how important places like this are to communities. A lot of fun and games goes on in those places, but sometimes even a little business gets taken care of,” says Ferrell.

Father’s Day Show And Shine/Demo Event

Lorna Hamilton, Reporter

The Vegreville Exhibition grounds were a hub of activity on Sunday, June 16, as car enthusiasts and families gathered to celebrate Father’s Day at the much-anticipated Show n’ Shine event. Organized by the Vegreville Ag Society and the Vegreville Iron Runners Car Club, the event attracted thousands of attendees, eager to immerse themselves in the day’s excitement.

Thanks to the support of sponsors Veg Auto & Industrial Supply and Bumper to Bumper, the event provided a family-friendly atmosphere at an affordable price. Adults were charged just $10 for entry, children aged 6 to 15 paid $5, and children under 5 enjoyed free admission, making it a budgetfriendly outing for families of all sizes.

Under sketchy partly sunny skies, visitors were treated to an impressive array of custom and classic vehicles, antique tractors, motorcycles, antique snowmobiles, rat rods, bone wagons, and more. The

diverse display delighted enthusiasts of all ages, who eagerly explored the exhibition grounds, admiring the craftsmanship and unique designs on show.

Adding an extra dose of excitement to the day’s festivities were the thrilling Demo Derby and ATV Pulls. These adrenalinepumping activities captivated the audience, offering an exhilarating break from the static displays.

For those seeking a diversion from the automotive showcase, a mini market trade show was set up, featuring a range of products and services. Visitors had the opportunity to browse through various vendors, offering everything from automotive accessories to handcrafted goods, ensuring a diverse shopping experience. Food vendors were also on hand, providing a variety of delicious snacks and meals throughout the day.

The event offered an ideal opportunity for fathers to spend quality time with their families, creating lasting

memories while sharing their passion for automobiles.

The Father’s Day Show n’ Shine event was a resounding success, bringing together car enthusiasts and families in celebration. As the day came to a close, attendees left with smiles

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on their faces, eagerly looking forward to the next installment of the Father’s Day Show n’ Shine. The event not only entertained and delighted but also highlighted the joy of shared passions and the power of community celebrations.

Caretaker services - St. Jerome’s School in Vermilion

The East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Division is now accepting Request for Bids (RFB) from individuals or entities to provide caretaking services for the St. Jerome’s School at 4820 –46th Street, Vermilion Alberta. This is one of two caretaking service contracts at this school.

All bids must be submitted no later than 2:00 pm on Friday June 21, 2024 and site visit is mandatory. Please email your proposal to shirly.prosser@ecacs16.ab.ca.

For more information, please visit our website at: https://www.ecacs.ca/tenders

Vermilion’s U13 boys played in the Mammoths Mash Up ball tournament in Mannville June 7–9. Photo submitted

The Vermilion’s U9 Girls softball team played a home game at Pioneer Park on Thursday, June 13. Photo submitted

Marwayne Agricultural Society accepts $10,000 donation for rink ice plant thanks to ADAMA Canada. Photo submitted

Vehicles at the Father’s Day Show and Shine. Photos Lorna Hamilton