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Webb’s Machinery Recognized By New Holland As A Leading North American Equipment Dealer With The 2025 Blue Star Dealer Standards Award

From left, Carlo Lambro (Brand President of New Holland Global), Dan Webb, Ryan Schaefer (Vice President of New Holland North America), Scott Webb, Mike Gottselig, Miles Mackow, Adam Webb, Mark Lowery (Director of Dealer Network New Holland). Photo submitted

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the Blue Star Award. I give credit to the across seven key areas — customer their entire organization,” says Mark hard work and diligence of our manage- experience, sales, marketing, opera- Lowery, director of network development Recently, Webb’s Machinery received ment team as well as the dedication and tions, parts, service and technology for New Holland North America. “We’re the Blue Star Dealer Standards Award commitment of all our staff. I also appre- — of a New Holland dealer’s business. excited to see how they continue to from New Holland, which recognizes ciate the continued relationship we have Ultimately, to be recognized, dealers elevate their customer-centric approach North American New Holland dealers with our loyal customers,” said Scott must meet a specific scoring threshold and work with their customers to address for their performance and exceptional Webb – Dealer Principal. in six out of the seven ‘required’ crite- the business-impacting challenges and customer-centric experience. The Blue The Blue Star award program is ria to be awarded the Blue Star Dealer opportunities they face every day.”

Star is awarded to New Holland deal- open to all New Holland dealers, with Standards award.

Webb’s Machinery was presented ers demonstrating the commitment to the judging based on four pillars critical “We are pleased to recognize the with the Blue Star award at the 2025 New enhance all areas of their business, to the success of today’s modern agri- success of Webb’s Machinery. Their Holland North America dealer meeting, from identifying and implementing best- cultural dealership: Capital investment, laser focus on driving not only a consis- Feb. 5-7 in Orlando, Fl. In attendance to in-class business practices to elevating competitive competency, customer tent but remarkable experience for their celebrate Webb’s Machinery were fellow the customer experience. support and satisfaction and organiza- customers across every facet of their New Holland dealers and members of “It gives me a great deal of pride to tional performance. New Holland then business is an amazing feat. They truly the New Holland and CNH Global Leadknow that all six of our stores qualified for assesses and scores these principles embody the New Holland spirit across ership Teams.

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Winners Announced For The 2024 Nutrien Ag Solutions Hometown Yield Challenge

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zations. As part of the Hometown Yield Chal- receive $20,000 are: Schools Lunch Program lenge, growers were required to plant at least Chris Mclean Division: South Alberta Nutrien Ag Solutions has donated over 80 acres of a Proven Seed hybrid of their Chosen Community Organization: Nutrien Ag Solutions Crop Consul$50,000 to community organizations that choice with phosphorus treated with Atlas Kitscoty Community Meals tant: Brad Essar, Branch Manager for the have been picked by the top five yielding XC. Throughout the season, field boundarDivision: North Alberta Iron Springs, AB location growers. ies were mapped in Echelon, and Loveland Nutrien Ag Solutions Crop Consul “Supporting rural Canadian communiNutrien Ag Solutions® is excited to Product applications, such as Awaken and tant: Jana Sen, Sales Agronomist III ties is something that I am very passionate announce the winners of its first Hometown Radiate, were applied. for the Vermilion, AB location about. These communities serve as a backYield Challenge. This program was avail“Thank you to all the growers who took The three Hometown Yield Challenge bone to the Canadian ag industry and it’s our able to growers in Alberta, Manitoba, and part in our first ever Hometown Yield Chal- runners up, who chose community organi- duty to make sure these are places where Saskatchewan. The top two yielding farm- lenge. The success of this program is rooted zations to receive $5,000 each, are: folks can thrive and have safe, accessible, ing operations were each able to choose a in your support and participation, so we Garry Nykyforak and valuable resources available for youth, community organization to receive $20,000. thank you for your time and for joining us on Chosen Community Project: Roblin health, and overall wellness,” says Hamonic.

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Our hearts are full of gratitude for the kindness and support shown to us during the passing of our beloved mother and grandma, Sophie Jacula.

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We were blessed to have her in our lives for so long, yet saying goodbye is never easy. We find peace knowing her mind and body are at eternal rest with the Lord.

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Uncut Diamond Quilting Ribbon Cutting And Plaque Presentation

to-edge, simple custom, and full custom long-arm certification. “As part of the the Town of Vermilion for the recoglong-arm quilting services. Dymond, certification, I had to develop a business nition and shared her aspirations for Vermilion welcomed a new busi- who has been quilting for 20 years, plan,” she explained. the future. “For now, my business is a ness to its community on February 27 shared her passion for the craft and her In at tendance at the event were side venture, but I hope to grow it large as members of the Town Council and motivation for launching her business. Vermilion Chamber Executive Karen enough to make it a full-time endeavor,” Economic Development gathered at “I’ve been quilting for 20 years, and Hughes, Interim CAO Mike van der she said. “Many quilters send their tops Town Hall Council Chambers to cele- while I love piecing and making quilt Torre, Town Councillors Kevin Martin, to longarmers for finishing; and I realbrate the of ficial opening of Uncut tops, I find the most joy in the quilting Robert Pulyk, Rob Snow, and Kirby ized I could use my machine, certificaDiamond Quilting. The event featured a process. I love using creative designs Whitlock, along with Economic Devel- tion, and creativity to offer specialized ribbon-cutting ceremony and a plaque to highlight a quilt top and enhance opment Officer Mary Lee Prior. They services to more quilters.”

With community support and a flexpresentation for business owner Nicole the hard work that goes into piecing. I extended their congratulations and ible business model, Dymond looks Dymond, who has resided in Vermilion also love that it’s functional art,” said support for Dymond’s new business. for the past six years with her partner, Dymond. “ We l c o m e to Ver m ili o n! We are forward to expanding Uncut Diamond Jarrod, after relocating from Veteran.

She noted that she purchased her happy that you are here and wish you all Quilting. For more information, visit her Uncut Diamond Quilting operates as long-arm machine for personal use the best with your new business,” said website at uncutdiamondquilting.ca or follow her on Facebook and Instagram a residential business, offering edge- five years ago and later pursued APQS Councillor Whitlock.

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Baked Apple Egg Custard

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3 cups milk commonly used as a pie and tart filling, a driver’s licence, so she would buy 2-3 4 eggs fit for a king. Custard tarts were served at weeks worth of groceries at each excur4 tablespoons sugar Egg custard dates the coronation banquet for King Henry the sion that her husband was going to town. all the way back to IV in 1399. They were also known to be a When I got married and moved to the farm, 1 teaspoon vanilla ancient Rome. This favourite during the reign of King Henry I was able to drive her weekly to town to 2 cups finely chopped apple ancient dish would VIII and Queen Elizabeth I. To make a get groceries. It never mattered what kind A sprinkle of cinnamon (opitional) Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. have been sweetened custard pie, pour the unbaked filling into of milk she used, it always tasted delicious.

Baked custard is usually baked in a hot Beat all the ingredients except cinnamon with honey and sprinkled with pepper an unbaked pastry pie shell and bake until and cinnamon. When a recipe has been a knife inserted comes out clean. If you are water bath, because this helps to reduce together. Pour into a buttered baking dish. handed down that many centuries, and is making custard pie or tarts, you may like to the temperature and aids in preventing the Sprinkle the top with cinnamon (optional) custard from curdling. Baked custard can Place the baking dish(s) in another baking still going strong, you know that it has to be increase the sugar to 1/2 cup. very good.

A baked egg custard was frequently be cooked in separated ramekins or in one dish filled with hot water half way up the Egg custard is also French in origin, and made by my mother-in-law, as a farm larger casserole type baking dish. I really custard baking dish. Bake for 60 – 70 when the milk is switched out with cream, favourite. She baked it in an oval casserole love this recipe, and whenever I make it, minutes, depending in the size of baking it becomes the base for crème brulee. Egg dish, in the oven without the water bath I always wonder why I don’t make it more dish. Allow to completely cool before serving, to allow the best of the delicate flavor custard has been a favourite of the British and it always turned out. She often used often.

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dedicate this magnificent building to The high school had all the modern the cause of education in the town and bells and whistles. It was designed to In early Febru- district of Vermilion. I congratulate you provide comfort to students and help ary 1929, Vermil- people on your interest in the cause, them in their learning. The entire buildi o n w a s a b u z z and may this building bring forth the ing was constructed by Watermenwith news that the fruits which will make a great citizen- Waterbury out of Regina. new high school was finally finished. ship of the province of Alberta.”

Within the school was an assemFor years, Vermilion had been watchT h e h i g h s c h o o l a s b u i l t at t h e bly hall that could accommodate 200 ing its school burst at the seams as an perfect time as no one knew that The students. There were also large cloak increasing number of students began G r e at D e p r e s s i o n wo u l d s o o n b e rooms, a janitor’s room, a laboratory, to attend. hitting the Western World. If construc- teachers’ office and six large class A new high school was desperately tion was delayed by even a year, then rooms. needed and in the late-1920s, construc- Vermilion may have never had its new The school would serve the commution was finally approved. high school. nity for many years to come, helping The new school cost $35,0 0 0 to Also at tending the opening was many young people expand their minds build and on Feb. 4, 1929, it was offi- Major Fallow, Inspector H.R. Parker and venture out into the world. cially opened. The opening was done and Mr. Elliot from the School of AgriContact Craig at craig@canadaehx.

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Vermilion Skating Club Holds Annual Carnival

On Friday, February 28, the Vermilion Skating Club took to the ice to give a toe-tapping good time to those in attendance to watch their annual carnival. This year’s theme was Dancing Through The Decades, Celebrating 60 years. Photos above, some of the young club members performing their pieces. Photos submitted

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Lakeland College

on Lakeland’s Lloydminster and Vermil- way for someone to test drive a program Centre. The fire and emergency services ion campuses. Activities throughout the and see how our programs take you info session is scheduled for Aug. 22.

(Vermilion/Lloydminster, Alta.) Lake- day include program sessions, facilities beyond the classroom,” says Vallee.

Attendance is free but RSVPs are land College is rolling out the welcome tours, financial aid and student support Vermilion campus is also home to appreciated. See lakelandcollege.ca/infomat for new students at Program Info sessions.

Lakeland’s fire and emergency services sessions for more information, including Sessions on March 7.

On Lloydminster campus, students will programs at the Emergency Training the schedule of events.

“Program Info Sessions are an oppor- learn about Lakeland’s business, health tunity for those who have already been and wellness, energy and university accepted into their programs to spend transfer programs. They will see where some time on campus and experience their education will come to life while tourfirst-hand what their studies are going ing the Energy Centre, student-run salon to look like,” says Katelyn Vallee, recruit- and spa, and various science and health ment and enrolment supervisor at Lake- care labs. land College. “It’s also a chance for those On Vermilion campus, programs who are still looking for a post-second- include agricultural sciences, environary program to experience more of what mental sciences, trades, human services Lakeland has to offer. Visitors will spend and interior design technology. Tours will the day with the programs of their choice, highlight the immersive learning opporexperiencing hands-on activities, meeting tunities offered on the Student-Managed faculty and current students and getting Farm – Powered by New Holland, varianswers to any questions they may have. ous labs and learning spaces, the Animal It’s a great way to learn more about what it Health Clinic, Trades Centre and newlymeans to be a Lakeland student!” renovated Commons.

Program Info Sessions will be held “Program info sessions are the best File photo Submitted

Available

• 35 open commercial heifers to be sold in groups of 5.

• 35 first calf heifers with January to MidFebruary calves at side to be sold in groups of 5.

For further information contact: Murray at 780-853-7944 WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE PAID TO TAKE A BULL TOUR???

Call Kyle at 780-581-4418 www.gs-ranch.com WE KNOW EVERYONE IS BUSY THIS TIME OF YEAR! WE WANT TO MAKE IT WORTH YOUR TIME TO COME AND TAKE A LOOK AT OUR BULL PEN! COME TO THE FARM BEFORE MARCH 17, 2025 AND WE WILL GIVE YOU A $500 CREDIT TOWARDS YOUR BULL PURCHASE AT THIS YEAR’S SALE ON MARCH 20, 2025!!! WE’RE ALWAYS HAPPY TO SIT DOWN AND HAVE A COFFEE!

bull Breeders

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The Vermilion Voice | March 4, 2025

Tigers VS Lloydminster

Sue Chikie

seconds to tie it up again and move into overtime.

The Vermilion Tigers and the LloydIt was a fight for the puck throughout minster Bandits started the second round the overtime and it wasn’t until 5:01 that of best of seven playoffs on February 27. the Bandits sealed their victory by Aidan The first period was a battle thrilling Martens.

C715 & NAIRABRAB FFO SETAMHSULF EERHT fans with both teams’ dynamic plays and The Tigers now have their sights set SAJ LOYALIST 16M Lot no goals. The Bandits struck first in the on their next game March 2nd at 7:30 74 second period with Corvan Stewart find- p.m. in Lloydminster then March 4th and 6 ing the net at 11:50 but the Tigers came are home games both at 8:00 p.m. Then back quickly at 10:36 by Jaxson Toutant depending how the score board stands to tie it up. The remainder of the period will determine if the rest of the games KUNTZ SIMMENTAL FARM, invite you to the sale on March 9 saw an intense back-and-forth battle as scheduled go forward.

M5 NOSSIM ZTNUK MCINTOSH LIVESTOCK , toL both teams fought for control.

March 8 is booked back in Lloydmin3 SAJ SIMMENTALS The third period kept fans on the edge ster for a 7:30 p.m. game; March 9 in SAJ CHIEF 55M M29 NORI TOH HSOTNICM Lot of their seats. At 8:53 Brayden Edwards Vermilion at 6:00 p.m. and March 12 at toL Lot 75 of the Bandits found the net putting them 8:00 p.m. in Lloyd.

4Lot5 57 35 in the lead.

Come out and cheer these great playWe would like to welcome you to the 26th Annual Kuntz/McIntosh/SAJ Bull Sale.

Determined to the end, the Tigers, ers on. Fans can expect another thrilling M 0 1 O N I B R AB Z T N U K toL Wyatt Dyck came back in the last 0:55 showdown on the ice.

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We feel this is a very complete group of Bulls, with a good mix of calving ease, highly maternal and power bulls to add value to your operation.

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NIWDLAB RNJ 574 ASJ ATFeed RNJbull Our bulls have been developed on a TMR ration. Our ration consists of cereal silage, chopped hay, brown oats and aBBULLSEYE NAIRABRAB RNJ Z41bulls EMIThave LAERbeen RK Rdouble AB supplement. All bulls have been double vaccinated with Fusogard to help in the prevention of foot rot. Also C1 IRPAC SM KUR 94 received ARDA SMSafeguard KUR vaccinated with Bovi-Shield Gold One Shot and Ultrabac 7/Somubac. Bulls have been treated with Ivermectin and A also crumbles in the fall. As well as a dose of Clean Up 2 in January.

X03 SINODA RM CCLB We will work with you to get the bulls delivered as close to you as possible and in a time frame that works for both parties.

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Farms.

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1491706 • SAJ 50M • Horned Fullblood • Jan 20, 2024

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exciting sire group for me this year is this Cash son.

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55M is a smooth These daughters could work in aWillow heifer pen. are milking well and will be heard from more. This bull is the darkest bull in the pen, has large testicles and is a bull I really like.

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PTG1491747 • SAJ 55M • Polled Purebred • Jan 22, 2024

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sister to this bull would rank at the very top of my replacement heifers.

WSF HOOP N HOLLAR dam

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See you at the sale.

Stuart Jamieson Jack, Wes and Molly Jamieson

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2.541

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The next 3 bulls listed all stem from a good red .

On behalf of myself and my kids, I would like to donor cow that Double Bar D Farms and myself We have brought a nice consistent set of bulls for you to look through this year. The fullbloods are highlighted by the first sons of RWR Cash 30K. He has exceeded my expectations and look forward to more from him. The reds are a solid group with more Mountainview purchased out of the Quinn Wilson dispersal. We sons, a few from my new Mappin bull and 3 embryo sons from the donor cow Hoop n Holler whom I own with Double bar D. My bulls her many different ways so these 4 bulls have been double vaccinated with Fusogard for the prevention of foot rot. They have received two shots of Bovishield gold and visionflushed 8 are here at the sale. 16M is sired by the Loyalty as well as Ivomec. Delivery will be available at agreed times and most often right to your farm. We thank all past customers and welcome anyone to come view the bulls and their mothers at the farm anytime bull from Lewis who is a popular A.I. sire. A full

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4.69

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8th Annual

ALLANDALE ANGUS

Bull Sale

With Guests Waveny Angus Farms Ltd. & Movin’ On Farms

New Sale Date: Friday, March 28, 2025 At 2 PM at Vermilion Livestock Exchange

ALLANDALE ANGUS Wayne Stetson, Vermilion, Ab. (780)853-7523 WAVENY ANGUS FARMS LTD. Mike & Hazel Chase, Vermilion, Ab. (780)853-3384

2ƟƟƞƫƢƧƠ: ƆƁ %ƮƥƥƬ %ƥƚƜƤ Ż 5ƞƝ $ƧƠƮƬ %ƮƥƥƬ

MOVIN’ ON FARMS Jim & Jodi King, Kitscoty, Ab. Page 1 (780)205-7311

bull breeders

The Vermilion Voice | March 4, 2025

Dr. Kee Jim Inducted Into The Alberta Ag Hall Of Fame

Agri –News

digester.

A dedicated industry leader, Kee has Dr. Kee Jim honoured for his innovative served on numerous boards and associaapproach to feedlot cattle health, disease tions, providing critical expertise during protocols and strengthening Alberta’s challenges such as the BSE crisis, trade Cattle Industry. disputes and drought recovery. Known “I look at this award as a group effort for fostering camaraderie within the agrifor myself and all of my colleagues who cultural community, Kee inspires others have been a deep part of what I’ve done,” to work together to make a difference for says Dr. Kee Jim. “Very often when you every person, industry or community that are the one who is most recognized you relies on agriculture. get a lot of credit for what has happened, Dr. Kee Jim joins the late Manfred but that credit also goes to all of my part- Kanehl, animal welfare and food safety ners, all of my colleagues, all of my clients advocate, and Blair Roth, a key figure and everyone who has really helped me in the development of the special crops along the way.” industry, as the 2024 inductees into the Dr. Kee Jim grew up on a ranch in the Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame.

North Thompson Valley, B.C., and graduated with distinction as a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from the Western College HORSESHOE of Veterinary Medicine in 1983. After E CHAROLAIS moving to Alberta, he founded Feedlot Annual Bull Sale Health Management Services (FHMS) in Okotoks, pioneering a data-driven At the Ranch, approach to feedlot cattle health. His work near Kenaston, SK. established effective disease protocols, Saturday,March 8th, 2:00 PM. particularly for fall-placed weaned calves, improving animal health, efficiency and profitability in Alberta’s cattle industry.

Selling 51 yearling bulls and 20 FHMS grew rapidly across Canada and expanded internationally, now employing two year olds. Semen tested. over 60 PhDs and veterinarians serving Delivery available.

North America, Kazakhstan, Russia and Mongolia.

ALSO SELLING OPEN CHAR Kee began cattle feeding in 1983 with CROSS REPLACEMENT HEIFERS 18 head of feeders, growing the G.K. Jim Group of Companies into one of North Call Layne or Paula Evans America’s largest cattle feeders, with 306-252-2246. Layne operations in Canada and the U.S. He (306)561-7147 Catalogue, is currently leading the construction of a videos, and online bidding state-of-the-art feedlot in southwestern will be on DLMS.ca Nebraska, incorporating technologies like roller compacted concrete and a methane Submitted

Nicklason Stock Farms Two Year Old Bull and Female Sale

March 9-10

14 2 year old Red Angus Bulls 4 Simmental/Red 2 year old Angus Bulls 21 Open Replacement Simmental/Angus and Black Angus Heifers 28 Bred Red Simmental/Angus Heifers

SATURDAY, APRIL 5, 2025 - 1 P.M. MST NORTHERN LIVESTOCK SALES - LLOYDMINSTER, SK

PrairieLands the

BULL SALE

M O N DAY MARCH 31

1 PM INNISFAIL AUCTION MART SIMMENTAL AND CHAROLAIS YEARLING & 2-YEAR-OLD BULLS

WGC 18L

SWT 129M

GAW 589M

SKY 416M

RICH 4M

KLR 42L

CVS 7M

ICU 29M

Our ranch has a strong focus on maternal traits!

All offers are homeraised!

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Vermilion Lions Club And Vermilion Rotary Club Team Up

Lorna Hamilton

improve comfort, and enhance the overall Rayment noted how the collaboration at Vermilion Continuing Care. Their generwell-being of those who live here, offering between these two local organizations osity brings us all closer together and On March 3, members of the Vermilion warmth during colder months and enhanc- showcases the heart of the Vermilion reminds us of the strength of a community Lions Club, Vermilion Rotary Club, Friends ing their comfort and quality of life for years community. “It’s a perfect example of how that supports one another. Their collaboraof Vermilion Health Centre, and the Long- to come.” She added, “The Lions Club’s Vermilion’s spirit of kindness and care for tive support is deeply appreciated and will Term Care Continuing Care Department commitment to supporting residents didn’t one another continues to shine. We are have a lasting, positive impact on the lives gathered for a photo opportunity to cele- stop there. Recognizing the value of the truly grateful for the support of the Vermilion of the residents at Vermilion Continuing brate the addition of a new blanket warmer blanket warmer, they approached the Lions Club and the Rotary Club of Vermil- Care. at the Vermilion Continuing Care facility. Vermilion Rotary Club with a request to ion, whose combined efforts will make a The second blanket warmer is expected The much-appreciated equipment was match their contribution. The Rotary Club real difference in the lives of the residents to arrive within the next few weeks. purchased through funds donated by both readily accepted the challenge, generously the Vermilion Lions Club and the Vermil- providing funding for an additional blanket ion Rotary Club to the Friends of Vermil- warmer. This second unit will be placed on ion Health Centre for the Long-Term Care the opposite side of the facility, ensuring Department. all residents benefit from the warmth and Elise Rayment, Care Manager for comfort these additions provide.” the Vermilion Continuing Care facilVermilion Rotary Club Rotarian Rob ity, expressed gratitude for the donation, Snow was present at the event and highlighting its significance in enhancing spoke about the partnership. “I’m always residents’ comfort. “Vermilion Continuing impressed by the incredible generosity of Care, a 48-private bedroom facility with our community. It was a privilege reprea welcoming cottage-style atmosphere, senting the Rotary, as the Rotary Club in is part of the Vermilion Health Centre. partnership with the Lions Club presented Recently, the Vermilion Lions Club, known these important pieces of equipment to for their strong community spirit, made the Long-Term Care facility. Blanket warma thoughtful and generous donation by ers significantly impact the comfort and purchasing a blanket warmer for the facil- well-being of residents. As a Rotarian and ity. This donation to the Friends of Vermil- Town Councillor, I am grateful for these From left, Vermilion Lions Club president Lloyd Tovell, President of the Friends of Vermilion ion Health Centre, LTC Department will clubs and the compassion they show our Health Centre Kim Thompson, Vermilion Rotary Club member Denise Williamson, Vermilion provide much-needed comfort for the resi- community. I look forward to future collab- Rotary Member Robert Snow, Vermilion Lions Club member Justin Clark, Vermilon dents, allowing them to feel more at home. orations between the clubs,” said Rotarian Continuing Care Manager Elise Rayment, and Vermilion Continuing Care resident Lavonne McKerihan. Photo Lorna Hamilton The blanket warmer will help ease pain, Robert Snow.

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The Vermilion Voice | March 4, 2025

Lakeland College Hosts Little Royal Rodeo

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ing competition.

Lakeland’s Stockman’s Club will be Lakeland College’s Rodeo Club will be hosting the Little Royal Steer and Heifer hosting its annual Little Royal Rodeo at Show, on Saturday with weigh-ins from 8 the college’s equine centre on March 8-9. until 9 a.m. followed by the show beginFirst known as Little International when ning at 10 a.m. The rodeo slack will take it began as a livestock show in 1927, the place on March 8 at 1 p.m. and the rodeo event took on its present name two years performance at 6 p.m., coinciding with later when it expanded to include an agri- the opening of the beer gardens at the cultural and home economics display to Ag.Technologry Centre with free admitshowcase the students of the Vermil- tance. Attendees are encouraged to ion School of Agriculture, which later wear green to support Mental Health became Lakeland College. For 40 years, Awareness. Admission is only $10. the rodeo was a staple of the college Performances will include, bareback, calendar, but by the 1970s it had dwin- pole bending, tie-down roping, breakaway dled and entered a period of dormancy. roping, saddlebronc, goat tying, steer In 1986, however, it experienced a come- wrestling, barrel racing, team roping, and back, with almost double the expected bull riding. attendance of 1,500 people showing up.

Slack will begin again at 9 a.m. on This year, will also host the 37th Sunday the 9th; with the rodeo perforannual Western Canadian Judging mance beginning at 1 p.m. and Sunday’s Competition (WCJC) at the college on theme is Retro Rodeo.

March 8, featuring both intercollegiate Mark your calendar to take in the teams as well as the provincial 4-H judg- excitement.

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Babies of 2024

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Tuesday, March 18th, 2025

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Pink Day

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Spring Machinery & Attachment Consignment Auction

Estate of Denis Mercier & Laureen Morck May 16th to 20th Dan Hart (Dan’s Trucking) May 23rd to 27th Estate of Lewis Andrew June 6th to 9th

Aaron Olson - (403) 913-9644 Justin Janke - (780) 515-0888

We are now accepting Listings & Consignments for this Sale. Any items prelisted by March 7th will be included in our Sales Posters, Newspaper & Radio Advertising, Web Page, Social Media and extensive mailing lists.

Whether you have one piece or a complete line of Machinery give Aaron a call at (403) 913-9644 or Allen at (403) 783-0556 to discuss the best option for you to realize top dollars.

Estate of Ernie Glasel July 11th to 15th

Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd. Rimbey Office - 403-843-2747 - Toll Free - 1-855-783-0556 Hwy #16 East/Rge Rd 185 Office - 780-208-2508 (License #165690)

Email: abolson@telusplanet.net - Website: www.allenolsonauction.com

Allen B. Olson Auction Service Ltd.

Rimbey Office - 403-843-2747 - Toll Free - 1-855-783-0556 Hwy #16 East Office - 780-208-2508 Rimbey & Hwy #16 East, Alberta - License No. 165690 Email: abolson@telusplanet.net - Website: www.allenolsonauction.com

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Pink Day

The Vermilion Voice | March 4, 2025

ScotiaBank participates in Pink Day. Photos submitted

STEWART REALTY

& AUCTIONS

ONLINE AUCTION

Western Financial participates in Pink Day.

Stewartrealty.net

VERMILION, AB BARRY & DONNA GOLINOWSKI 780-853-4725

Parcel 1: 7.12 Acres on SW corner of SW-29-51-3-W4 Directions: 2 Miles North of Islay and 5 Miles East Parcel 2: 45.51 Acres Pasture Land on SE corner of SW-16-54-9-W4 LOCATION: Located 1 1/2 Miles West of Junction 881 & H45 By Myrnam

OPENS: Feb 28, 2025 CLOSES: March 7, 2025

MEREDITH & LORRAINE WHITESIDE

1/4 Section Farm Land SE-25-53-4-W4 90-95 Acres Cultivated, 138.99 Acres on Title LOCATION: East of Dewberry on H45, 3 Miles to RR40 on NW side.

OPENS: March 6, 2025 CLOSES: March 13, 2025

BARRY & DONNA GOLINOWSKI

NE-31-54-9-W4 49.64 Acres, Includes Power, Gas, Well & Cold Storage Shed.

SE-31-54-9-W4 159.83 Acres- All Pasture

LOCATION: 3 Miles West of Myrnam, RR95 & North approximately 3 Miles

OPENS: April 8, 2025 CLOSES: April 15, 2025 For More Information Contact - Don: 780-853-7172 or Hugh: 780-581-8608

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