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The Man Van volunteer Manny Kelm, Jason Hamilton, Don Tinordi, and Dale Fadden waiting to have their checks completed, and The Man Van Rick Hayes. Photos Lorna Hamilton

From left, Event partner Inter Pipeline Brad Armstrong, Shane Klatt, and Corey Gavruck with event organzier Paige Jaremco. ( More photos on page 2)

Lorna Hamilton

Organizers were thrilled with the turnVisitors were also treated to a compli- with their own works of art, showcasing out and the number of participants who mentar y lunch prepared by Zayn’s Vermilion’s next generation of talent.

This past Saturday, September 13, engaged in conversations about men’s Diner, along with free cinnamon buns, The Goodlife Institute, the event’s Vermilion’s Heritage Park came alive health and early detection. With pros- courtesy of Inter Pipeline. Both were host, along with its main sponsor, Inter with creativity, community spirit, and a tate cancer affecting one in six men in met with rave reviews and helped keep Pipeline, were delighted with the turnstrong message about health aware- Alberta—and even higher rates among energy high as families and friends out and the positive feedback from the ness as Art in the Park returned with Black and Indigenous men-the message browsed the vendor booths and enjoyed community. With ar t, wellness, and tremendous success. of prevention and awareness struck an the day’s activities. community spirit woven seamlessly One of the day’s highlight was the important chord with the community.

The art classes were another major together, the day demonstrated what arrival of The Man Van, the Prostate Meanwhile, the Art in the Park festivi- highlight. Artist Monica To’s “Morn- makes Vermilion such a special place Cancer Centre’s (PCC) mobile men’s ties added colour, vibrancy, and creativ- ing Masterpieces” and “Coffee and to call home. health clinic, made possible through ity to the day. The artisan market, filled C a n v a s e s ” s e s s i o n s w e r e w e l l “ S e e i n g f a m i l i e s , ve n d o r s , a n d the support of Inter Pipeline. The clinic with talented vendors, offered everything attended, offering adults the chance to community members come together offered free PSA blood testing for men from handcrafted jewelry and sculptures tap into their creative side while learn- while also raising awareness about aged 40 –70, along with blood sugar, to unique local creations that drew shop- ing new skills. At the same time, chil- such an important health issue truly waist circumference, and stress checks pers throughout the afternoon. A new dren eagerly participated in classes shows the strength of Vermilion,” said for men 18 and older. Dozens of local addition this year, the Children’s Market, led by artist Colleen Hoegl, with “Little The Goodlife Institute’s Paige Jaremco. men took advantage of the opportunity, was a standout success, with young Picasso” in the morning and “Afternoon “ The market was the largest yet and making proactive steps toward their entrepreneurs proudly displaying and Art Adventures” in the afternoon. The it was such a successful and amazing health. selling their handmade goods. young participants proudly walked away day.”

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Lorna Hamilton

Mayoral Candidate Robert Snow Hosts Meet And Greet Q&A At The Red Brick

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Housing and infrastructure were and also share what we’ve been doing here, there were physicians that were in council.” here 10, 15, 20 years. They raised also d is c us se d at leng th, in c lu d On Thursday, September 11, VermilDuring the evening, residents asked their families here, they shopped our ing the significant cost of upcoming ion mayoral candidate Robert Snow questions about financial responsi- stores, and that is the difference I see projects such as a $7.2 million sewer hosted a “Meet the Candidate” event bility, healthcare, the airport, hous- here today,” he said. “I’m not saying trunk line. Snow said council must at the Red Brick in downtown Vermil- ing, and economic sustainability. One that these doctors and health practi- find ways to plan ahead while balancion. The evening gave residents an recurring concern was taxes. Snow tioners are bad people—we just need ing the tax burden on residents. “We oppor tunity to hear from Snow, ask acknowledged the challenge while health practitioners that want to be need to star t put ting money away questions, and share concerns about stressing the importance of transpar- here, that aren’t going to stay for three for when current and future infrathe town’s future. ency. “I’m not saying we are going to years because we gave them $15,000. structure is in need of maintenance Snow, who has ser ved on Town raise taxes,” he explained. “What I am Because that to me is unsustainable. and building,” he said. “That way it Council since 2021, began by intro- saying is if that came up, I think it is Trust me, I’m not saying they don’t doesn’t always fall back on current ducing himself and reflecting on his important for council to not just say deserve it. I’m saying we need those and future residents.” time in Vermilion. He first moved to it’s happening but to take the time and who want to stay.”

Overall, the evening reflected the community in 2000 to work on the really explain it to the residents of our He added that making doctors and Snow’s candid approach and his focus ambulance, and in 2002, his family community. I think as mayor and coun- other health professionals part of the on open communication. His willingjoined him in making Vermilion their cil we need to keep the ‘door is always fabric of Vermilion is key. “ Whether ness to address difficult topics and ho m e. H e went o n to m anag e t he open’ attitude.” it i s t hem jo ining c lu bs or g et t ing invite tough questions gave attendees ambulance ser vice until 2021, and O n h e a l t h c a r e, S n ow o f fe r e d a involved with local groups, that sense a clearer understanding of his vision alongside his council work, he also c a n d i d p e r s p e c t i ve o n p h y s i c i a n of belonging is what will keep them for Vermilion should he be elected serves as CEO of FOCUS. mayor. retention. “ Back when I first came here,” Snow said.

He explained that adjusting from a paramedic’s world to politics has been a unique challenge. “One thing about working as a paramedic in a small community is you actually try not to remember faces and names because you might have to pick them up,” he said. “So now it’s a real interesting challenge running for mayor, saying okay, I actually know you, I just have to remember your name. If I look at you like I don’t know who you are and you know me, that’s probably why— so please bear with me as I transition from that.”

Snow emphasized the importance of community dialogue in leadership.

“This is how I envision a council and a mayor should be,” he told the crowd.

“We should put on events where we get a chance to hear feedback from our residents, hear their concerns, Mayoral candidate Rob Snow chatting with Vermilion residents. Photos submitted Reporter

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When Words Become Targets

Lorna Hamilton

too soon. His children will grow up without one man, but on the freedom of expression political violence. We must protect those their father’s guidance, laughter, and love. itself. If political murder becomes normal- who dare to step onto a stage and speak, The brutal killing of His parents are mourning the unthinkable: ized, it will not stop here. Today it is Charlie no matter how controversial their message.

Charlie Kirk in Utah on burying their child. Behind the headlines Kirk. Tomorrow it could be someone whose And above all, we must remember that the September 10th has and the political commentary lies the heart beliefs are entirely different, or someone lives at stake are not abstractions-they are left me deeply shaken, of the matter, a family shattered, a life who simply dared to question authority. families, children, loved ones who are left d i s g u s t e d , a n d stolen, and a wound that no words will ever Once we accept violence as a tool to end behind. angry—not just at the fully heal. debate, we lose the ability to coexist.

Charlie Kirk’s family will forever carry actions of the shooter, What chills me most about this act is We must also face the ugly truth: this is the grief of this senseless act. The rest of but at what this act represents about the not only that Kirk was killed, but why. He not happening in a vacuum. Our culture us must carry the responsibility of ensurstate of our world. We are watching soci- was targeted because of his willingness to has become one of echo chambers and ing his death does not mark a new chapter ety crumble when expressing your beliefs, speak, to debate, and to stand up for his outrage, where opponents are dehuman- in which violence replaces dialogue. We debating ideas, and engaging in dialogue views. You may have agreed with him or ized and disagreement is painted as evil. must stand firm in the belief that speech is can lead someone to believe they have the you may have strongly disagreed, but the That toxic climate is fertile ground for indi- fought with speech, not with bullets. right to take another person’s life. That is principle is larger than politics: in a free viduals to justify unspeakable acts. When Because when a man can be murdered not democracy. That is not freedom. That society, no one should fear for their life people stop seeing one another as human for his words, the cost is not only his life, is chaos and cruelty, dressed up as convic- simply because they are willing to speak beings-fathers, mothers, sons, daugh- it is the erosion of freedom for us all. tion. their mind. The public square should be ters—it becomes easier for them to ratioI have more to say on other happenCharlie Kirk was not just a public figure a place where ideas rise and fall on their nalize pulling the trigger. ing in the news, such as the killing of or a political firebrand. He was a husband, own merits, not a battlefield where bullets And yet, if we care at all about democ- Iryna Azrutsk in Charlotte, and the faila father, a son—a man with a young family silence voices. racy and about our shared humanity, we ing justice system which seems to be who will now be forced to navigate life withViolence against speech is the very defi- must resist this descent. We must unequiv- a problem here at home not just in the out him. His wife Erika is left widowed far nition of tyranny. It is an assault not just on ocally condemn this act and any act of United States. That will be another day.

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Butyrate helps maintain a healthy gut lining antioxidants and exhibits anti-inflammatory In the past I have made coleslaw with and aids in preventing leaky gut, and gut C a b b a g e h a s properties in our bodies. Cabbage juice commercial mayo or salad dressing, and inflammation. Much of our immune system major health benefits. aids in the healing of stomach ulcers and it always bothered me that they contain is in our gut, so in butyrate supporting the Research has shown improves digestive health. While we don’t industrial cooking oils. This is a dress- gut it also supports our immune system. t h a t c o m p o u n d s usually think of cabbage as a source of vita- ing that gives you all the creaminess that Our bodies have a gut-brain axis, and a i n c a b b a g e a r e min C, it is interesting to note that 1 cup of we love in coleslaw, with out the worry healthy gut, is often also a healthy brain. converted to isothio- cabbage provides 50 % of the daily recom- of consuming bad fats. The combination Coleslaw with Sour Cream Dressing cyanates that provide mended value of vitamin C and 91 percent of honey and dairy in this dressing is a 5 cups shredded cabbage and carrot protection in our bodies from breast, blad- of DRV of vitamin K. Vitamin K is known healthy food combo, as the honey makes Sour Cream Dressing der, prostate and colon cancer. A Univer- to help keep our arteries clean. Amazingly the calcium in the dairy more bio-available.

1/2 cup sour cream, 14 percent sity of Otago study in New Zealand found cabbage also has omega 3 in the form of This dressing has only about 2 grams of 2 tablespoons olive oil that the isothiocyanates in cruciferous alpha linolenic acid. Cabbage scores low fat, per tablespoon compared with a table2 teaspoon vinegar vegetable such as cabbage, broccoli, brus- on the glycemic index, is low in carbohy- spoon of mayonnaise at 11 grams of fat.

2 teaspoons honey sel sprouts and cauliflower can even cause drate and is a good choice to prevent blood Also note that the fat in dairy is beneficial 1 teaspoon sea salt cancer cells to destruct. A study in Poland sugar spikes. Cabbage has only 33 calo- for its butyrate content, so go full fat for the 1/2 teaspoon pepper found that women that consumed 4 serv- ries per cup, making it a perfect diet food flavor and the health benefits. Sour cream 1/2 teaspoon onion powder ings a week of cabbage had significantly that is packed with healthy vitamins. Red is a source of vitamin A, vitamin D, Vitamin 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder lower breast cancer rates than women who cabbage is a nutrient powerhouse with 6 E, calcium and phosphorus. Sour cream Combine all the dressing ingredients, consumed only one serving a week. Regu- to 8 times more antioxidant abilities than is a source of butyrate, and the higher the and stir until smooth. Pour on the cabbage/ larly eating raw or lightly steamed cabbage green cabbage, so feel free to chop and fat content, the more butyrate it contains. carrot mixture, and stir to combine.

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Craig Baird

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Releasing Pheasants In Vermilion

to Alber ta from China back in 1926 birds before too many of the pheasants feed that they could and to contact the when 400 were brought in and released. were gone. game warden if they are able to help in Back in SeptemThis was just the first phase of the Anyone who could hunt the birds, any way. ber 1949, there was plan, with another 500 pheasants to be anywhere in the area, were asked to George Senz and other members of a rather odd initia- purchased the following year. do so. Unfortunately, this meant a lot of the Fish and Game League stated they t i ve c o n d u c t e d i n The first 500 pheasants were released hawks and owls were killed for simply were more than happy to pick up any Vermilion. The deci- on the ranch of Homer Campbell, about finding food to eat where it was plentiful. feed that was available to help Campsion was made by 25 kilometres to the north of Vermilion.

This was in the days before people bell with the pheasants. the Vermilion Fish For Homer Campbell, it meant a lot realized the importance of predatory Contact Craig at craig@canadaehx. and Game League to of extra work as he took on feeding birds on the eco-system. At the time, com bolster the local bird population. To that and protecting the birds completely. He they were seen as pests more than Support Craig by donating at www. canadaehx.com (Click Donate) end, 500 pheasants were purchased in stated that owls and hawks were taking anything.

Li sten to hi s p o d c ast Canad ian early September from Brooks. a large toll on the pheasants. He asked Food for the birds was also a probThe pheasants had been introduced that there be a culling of the predator lem. Farmers were asked to bring any History Ehx on all podcast platforms.

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Almanac come from Native, Colonial Moon is special because, for several the generations, people have imagined or other traditional Nor th American nights, it rises just after sunset and has faces or animals in the full moon. Here I ’m s u r e yo u ’ ve sources passed through generations extended periods of bright moonlight in Canada, it’s generally “the man in w i t n e s s e d m a n y reflecting seasonal changes. There for several nights in a row. the moon”. Songs, poems and movies t i m e s t h e b e a u t i - is a new moon name for each month.

This year, the brilliant Full Harvest have been written about him. fu l s p e c t ac l e of a My favourite is the Har vest Moon. M o on is on M ond ay, O c to ber 6 th.

A friend from Australia posted m o o n r i s i n g, (an d The har vest moon, a beacon in the According to the Farmers Almanac, it pictures of the moon on Facebook. It’s I ’ m n o t t a l k i n g autumn night sky, captivates hearts will appear full for three days, includ- wonderful to think that we live on oppoa b o u t t h at p r a n k- and imaginations. Its romantic shades ing the prior night of October 5 and the site sides of the world and we share the ster we all know!) We’ve all heard the and luminous presence have inspired following night of October 7. This year’s same moon! myths about the moon. Many people poetry, folklore, and moments of awe Harvest Moon is also the first SuperThe Har vest Moon, our companbelieve the c hanging of the moon as the world is bathed in a magical moon of 2025, making it appear larger ion in the night sk y, has bewitched causes strange behavior in people and golden glow. The harvest moon is a and brighter than usual. A supermoon hearts and imaginations for centuries. animals. The increased light during a symbol of abundance and change of is a full moon that occurs when the Its silvery glow invites us to dream, to full moon may lead to greater activity season. moon is closest to Earth. According to wonder, and to lose ourselves in its in pets and wild animals. One source The time for the Har vest Moon is this definition, in 2025, the full Moons silent beauty. says many romantics believe it is a coming up shortly. It is the bright full of October, November, and December Get ready to be awe struck, twitsign of true love, while another source Moon that occurs closest to the autumn all qualify as supermoons. ter pated or stay up all night! Happy says it affects the emotions and not a equinox. The name dates back to a Watch for the faces of the moon. Over harvest! good time to start a relationship. The time when farmers relied on the Moon›s moon has been the subject of many bright light to finish harvesting crops songs, referring to mystery and love; late into the night. I have experienced dream makers and heartbreakers. The harvesting under the moon as it rose changing of the moon pulls on the tide, to greet the world below. I have hauled and apparently, on people’s hearts and grain from the combine in the middle personalities, too! of the night and saw the moons rays vermilionvoice@gmail.com According to “google”, The Moon illuminate the darkness. It is easier to 780-853-6305 n a m e s u s e d i n T h e O l d Far m e r ’s work when there is light. The Harvest Columnist

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Roaring Engines And Flying Dirt At The Lawn Mower Racing Showdown

Sonya Lee

included Junior Stock, Open Stock, a crowd favorite, while the 4H Sheep in the Pro Stock and Outlaw classes Super Stock, and Pro Stock, show- Club served hearty meals with some- delivered heart-pounding action, with The sound of revving engines and casing everything from lightly modified thing for everyone. Nearby, the Sunset engines echoing across the grounds cheering crowds filled the Vermilion mowers to full-throttle, purpose-built Sips Beer Garden kept the adult crowd and the crowd on its feet. The racers Agricultural Grounds this past Saturday racing rigs. refreshed with a selection of local brews pushed their machines to the limit, and as the highly anticipated Lawn Mower The atmosphere was filled with laugh- and beverages, adding to the festive, the excitement was palpable right up to Racing Showdown took over the town ter, cheers, and the unmistakable scent laid-back vibe of the event. the final lap. with grassroots horsepower, community of dirt and gasoline. Families lined the What made the day even more special Whether people came for the highpride, and high-energy fun. fences, kids waved handmade signs, was the strong sense of community speed racing, the food, or simply the With the sun shining and a light and the racers’ helmets on and engines involvement. The Buffalo Ridge Pony festive community atmosphere, the Lawn breeze offering perfect weather, the roaring, tore around the track in front of Club volunteered to manage clean-up Mower Racing Showdown proved to be a event kicked off at 3 p.m., drawing a an enthusiastic crowd. For many, it was efforts, handling garbage and recycling roaring success. It wasn’t just an event— crowd of all ages eager to witness the their first time seeing something like with care and efficiency. Meanwhile, the it was a celebration of local creativity, unique spectacle of lawn mowers trans- this, and the sheer energy of the event Vermilion Cadet Corps acted as people teamwork, and the kind of grassroots fun formed into racing machines. From the left a lasting impression. movers and general helpers, ensuring that brings people together. pint-sized competitors in the Power As the af ter no on pro gres se d, a the day ran smoothly and attendees By the end of the night, as the dust Wheels class (ages 3 to 6) to the adren- su p per break aroun d 6 p.m. g ave were well looked after. settled and the crowd slowly made their aline-pumping Outlaw class, each divi- everyone a chance to recharge and As night fell and the floodlights lit up way home, one thing was clear: Vermilsion brought its own flair and excitement enjoy some local fare. Kirby Whitlock the track, the racing entered its final and ion doesn’t just host races—it builds to the dirt track. Other race categories grilled up burgers that quickly became most thrilling stages. The last rounds memories.

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Letter To The Editor

Submitted Alberta Health Services Medivac fixed a total of 44 AHS flights land at the airport Repaving the runway is critical to mainDear Editor wing transports are vital to our commu- on the east end. taining safety standards. Rebuilding it With the upcoming town council elec- nity. Those living on the west end of town In the month of June alone 12 flights totally is not necessary. Know your candition, it would be interesting to note how see STARS frequenting the hospital, but transported patients out of town! Almost dates views on this issue! It could affect each of the potential candidates stands the majority of residents do not realize one ever y second day! Each of us your life, or that of a family member or on one of our very important issues- the the frequency of the AHS Medivac trans- depends on this airport being maintained friend! airport. ports. We have observed since February for this life saving service.

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Betty’s generosity doesn’t just extend to Dewberry’s Food Bank but to all of the Vermilion area. She has given her time, is always generous and provides much needed encouragement to those in their time of need and asks nothing in return.

She has spent countless hours helping others, including fostering many children while raising her own family, helping people set up a budget, handing out coats, hats, boots and winter gear, and actively participating in sharing her ideas on how to reduce food waste.

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Echoes Of 1885: Remembering The Frog Lake Massacre

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were hanged in the largest mass execution Local schools, historians, and Elders If you go, the Frog Lake National Historic in Canadian history. are working to ensure the next generation Site is accessible by car and features interJust northeast of Vermilion lies a quiet Today, the Frog Lake National Historic understands the complexities of this history, pretive materials. Visitors are encouraged to patch of land with a history that still rever- Site, located roughly 90 km from Vermilion, not just the event itself, but the conditions approach both sites with respect and a willberates today. On April 2, 1885, during the stands as a somber reminder. Interpretive that led to it. ingness to learn. height of the North-West Resistance, the signs, a memorial cairn, and walking trails small settlement of Frog Lake became the mark the site. site of one of the most tragic and controverFor many Indigenous people, it represial events in Alberta’s early colonial history, sents a symbol of resistance, misunthe Frog Lake Massacre. derstood for generations. As Canada Tensions between Indigenous commu- continues its journey toward truth and nities and the Canadian government had reconciliation, the Frog Lake Massacre been building for years, sparked by broken remains a vital, though painful, part of the treaty promises, severe food shortages, conversation. and assimilation policies under the Indian A lesser-known but powerful artifact of Act. The Cree people, like many others that time is the historic mill wheel from the on the Plains, were pushed to the brink as original grist mill at Frog Lake. The mill was bison populations collapsed and federal destroyed during the massacre in 1885, and food rations failed to meet basic needs. its large wooden wheel was abandoned in In desperation, a group of Cree warriors Frog Creek. In 1952, the wheel was recovled by Wandering Spirit entered the settle- ered and later brought to Vermilion. The ment at Frog Lake. In a tragic act, nine center of the wheel can be seen just outside settlers, including two Catholic priests, were the front entrance of the Vermilion’s Heritage killed. The victims were mostly government Museum, honouring its connection to that agents or church officials seen as enforcers turbulent moment in Alberta’s past. The rest of Ottawa’s unpopular policies. of the wheel and the commemorative plaque The massacre shocked settlers and are also at the museum in storage. Though government officials, prompting a swift separate from the official historic site, the military response. Several Cree men were wheel serves as a tangible reminder of the captured, tried, and executed, including lives disrupted, the communities changed, Wandering Spirit. Eight Indigenous men and the stories still being told.

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Notice of Nomination Day Local Authorities Election Act (Section 26)

NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY Local Authorities Election Act (Section 26) LOCAL JURISDICTION: Village of Mannville, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is September 22, 2025 and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below within the period beginning on January 1, 2025 and ending at 12:00 noon on Nomination Day.

Office (s)

Number of Vacancies

Councillor

5

Ward or Electoral Division Number (if Applicable)

Location (Address) of Local Jurisdiction Office:

LOCAL JURISDICTION: East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Division, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA Notice is herby given that Nomination Day is September 22, 2025 and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below within the period beginning on January 1, 2025 and ending at 12:00 Noon local time on Nomination Day. Number of Vacancies

Ward or Electoral Division Number (if Applicable)

Trustee (The Theresetta Ward)

1

Ward 1

Trustee (The Wainwright Ward)

2

Ward 2

Trustee (The Stettler/Killam Ward)

1

Ward 3

Trustee (The Provost Ward)

2

Ward 4

Trustee (The Vermilion Ward)

2

Ward 5

Office(s)

Village of Mannville Administration Office 5127-50 Street Mannville, Alberta T0B 2W0

Location (Address) of Local Jurisdiction Office: East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Division 1018 – 1st Avenue Wainwright, AB T9W 1G9

DATED at the Village of Mannville, in the Province of Alberta, this 26 day of August, 2025.

Dated at the Town of Wainwright, in the Province of Alberta, this 28th day of August, 2025.

Brooke Magosse Returning Officer

Shirly Prosser (Returning Officer)

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Sonya Lee

Community Comes Together For TD Tree Days

the Alumni Association, and Candice ily available throughout the event, and What stood out most was the sense of Maron from TD Bank Vermilion. After many participants brought refillable water camaraderie and shared purpose. VolunA recent TD Tree Days event brought receiving gardening gloves and a warm bottles in a conscious effort to reduce teers of all ages worked side-by-side, t o g e t h e r e n t h u s i a s t i c c o m m u n i t y introduction, the group participated in a waste. After the final tree was planted, united by a common goal of enhancing members and volunteers for a reward- brief demonstration on proper tree plant- volunteers were treated to a pizza lunch green spaces and giving back to their ing morning of environmental steward- ing techniques. hosted by Lakeland College, giving community. The event wrapped up on ship. More than 50 participants, of all Un d er c l ear s k i e s an d a g e nt l e everyone a chance to rest and reflect on a high note, with everyone pitching in to ages, gathered in Parking Lot A, just breeze, the group spent the next three the morning’s accomplishments. clean up the area. Tools were gathered, north of Alumni Hall, where they checked hours planting 200 young seedlings.

TD Tree Days events are known for the site was left spotless, and participants in, grabbed a beverage and snack, and Tasks included digging holes, placing fostering collaboration among local non- departed knowing they had made a lastgeared up for a hands-on experience. tree guards, mulching, and watering the profits, municipalities, and Indigenous ing, positive impact.

This year’s TD Tree Days at Alumni Hall Lakeland College was excited to partner trees. Despite the effort involved, spir- communities, and this event was no with TD for the tree day planting. its were high, with volunteers chatting, exception. The planting site had been was more than just a tree planting; it was U p o n a r r i v a l , v o l u n t e e r s w e r e laughing, and working side-by-side. carefully prepared in advance, allow- a celebration of community spirit, environwe l c o m e d by L a ke l a n d C o l l e g e’s Refreshments such as water, juice ing volunteers of all experience levels to mental care, and collective action for a greener future. groundskeeper, a representative from boxes, and coffee were made read- jump in and contribute confidently.

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TD and Lakeland College staff and volunteers. Photos Sonya Lee

310-4AUC 1-833-511-4AUC www.auc.ab.ca

1400, 600 Third Avenue S.W. Calgary, Alberta T2P 0G5

APPLICATION TO FILED FORfee for Notice of NOTICE applicationOF to be filed for approval to BE amend franchise Hamlet ofAPPROVAL Dewberry andTO ATCO ElectricFRANCHISE FEE FOR AMEND

Pregnancy And Infant Loss Remembrance Day 2025 October 15

HAMLET OF DEWBERRY AND ATCO ELECTRIC

We encourage each person to light a candle at 7 p.m.

ATCO Electric will file an application with the Alberta Utilities Commission, requesting acknowledgement of the to recognize, and honor families who have empty new franchise fee of 0 per cent for the Hamlet of Dewberry. arms due to death of a precious one in pregnancy and infantacy. Reaching out in care and support.

ATCO Electric will file an application with the Alberta Utilities The current franchise fee of 8 per cent will change to 0 per cent, effective January 1, 2026. The franchise fee Walking Through Grief Society Commission, requesting the new fee percentage is applied to the distribution tariff,acknowledgement typically consisting of bothof distribution andfranchise transmission charges.

Funded by FCSS : City of Lloydminster, Town of of 0 per cent for the Hamlet of Dewberry.

Based on the typical monthly consumption of 625 kilowatt hours, the average monthly franchise fee paid by an Vermilion and Wainwright , Village of Kitscoty and County Vermilion River average residential customer is expected to decrease to $0.00.

Tree planting demonstration.

The current franchise fee of 8 per cent will change to 0 per cent, The franchise fee is charged in accordance with the franchise franchise agreement between the County of Vermilion effective January 1, 2026.

The fee percentage is applied to River for the Hamlet Dewberry and ATCO Electric, approved by the Commission in Decision 2013-105. theof distribution tariff, typically consisting of both distribution and transmission charges. Based on the typical monthly consumption of You may send your objections, concerns about, or support for the application in writing to ATCO Electric or 625 kilowatt hours, the average monthly franchise fee paid by an County of Vermilion River on or before October 2, 2025, at: average residential customer is expected to decrease to $0.00.

County of Vermilion River, Alan Parkin - CAO, 505040 HWY 897, Kitscoty, phone: 780-846-2244; email: The franchise fee is charged in accordance with the franchise cao@county24.com.

agreement between the County of Vermilion River for the Hamlet of

ATCO Electric, Carey MacNeil, 10035 Electric, 105th Street, approved Edmonton AB,by T5Gthe 2V6Commission phone: 780-215-3027; Dewberry and ATCO in email: carey.macneil@atco.com.

Decision 2013-105.

Except for information designated confidential by the Commission, any information or materials, including may send objections, concernsproceeding about, will or support the personalYou information, that areyour provided as part of a Commission become partfor of the public record.

application in writing to ATCO Electric or County of Vermilion River on

If no submissions are received, or if2,submissions are received from a party not directly affected, or if submissions or before October 2025, at: are frivolous, vexatious or of little merit, the Commission may render a decision on the application without further County of Vermilion River, Alan Parkin - CAO, 505040 HWY 897, notice orKitscoty, without a public hearing. phone: 780-846-2244; email: cao@county24.com.

NOMINATION DEADLINE: SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 AT 12:00 NOON

Nomination packages are available for download on the ATCO Electric, Carey MacNeil, 10035 105th Street, Edmonton AB, County of Vermilion River website or can be picked up at For more information T5G 2V6 phone: 780-215-3027; email: carey.macneil@atco.com. the Temporary Office located at 505040 HWY 897, Kitscoty, For more information on how to file a submission, please contact the Commission directly at 310-4282 (in Alberta) Except for information designated confidential by the Commission, or 1-833-511-4282 (outside Alberta), or by email at info@auc.ab.ca. An information package, providing an AB. Notice of nominations for the following offices: anyof information or materials, personal that explanation the process and assistance on how to including participate in the proceeding,information, will be immediately provided to any person who inquires with Commission. are provided asthepart of a Commission proceeding will become part of the public record.

For a paper copy of the franchise agreement, please contact either the applicant or the municipality at:

If no submissions are received, or if submissions are received from a

County of Vermilion River, Alan Parkin - CAO, 505040 HWY 897, Kitscoty, phone: 780-846-2244; email: party not directly affected, or if submissions are frivolous, vexatious cao@county24.com.

or of little merit, the Commission may render a decision on the application without notice or without a public hearing.

ATCO Electric, Carey MacNeil, 10035further 105th Street, Edmonton AB, T5G 2V6 phone: 780-215-3027; email: carey.macneil@atco.com.

FOR MORE INFORMATION The Alberta is an independent, quasi-judicial regulatory bodyplease responsible for making ForUtilities moreCommission information on how to file a submission, contact decisionsthe about utility-related applications.

Commission directly at 310-4282 (in Alberta) or 1-833-511-4282 (outside Alberta), or by email at info@auc.ab.ca. An information Issued onpackage, September 11, 2025. providing an explanation of the process and assistance on how to participate in the proceeding, will be immediately provided to any person who inquires with the Commission.

Alberta Utilities Commission For a paper copy of the franchise agreement, please contact either the applicant or the municipality at: County of Vermilion River, Alan Parkin - CAO, 505040 HWY 897, Kitscoty, phone: 780-846-2244; email: cao@county24.com.

ATCO Electric, Carey MacNeil, 10035 105th Street, Edmonton AB, T5G 2V6 phone: 780-215-3027; email: carey.macneil@atco.com.

The Alberta Utilities Commission is an independent, quasi-judicial regulatory body responsible for making decisions about utility-related applications.

Offices

Number of Vacancies

Electoral Division

COUNCILLOR

1

1

COUNCILLOR

1

2

COUNCILLOR

1

3

COUNCILLOR

1

4

COUNCILLOR

1

5

COUNCILLOR

1

6

COUNCILLOR

1

7

Nomination forms must be handed in by appointment to Returning Officer, Hannah Musterer, on or before the deadline.

Book an appointment by calling 780-846-3304 or emailing election@county24.com

ELECTION DAY: MONDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2025 Scan the QR code to visit our election page www-vermilion-river.com/your-county/election

Issued on September 11, 2025.

Alberta Utilities Commission

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Back To School Joy

Lorna Hamilton

J.R. Robson High School also welcomed back its new and existing students for the As the calendar flipped to September, the 2025-26 school year by holding assemblies. halls of Vermilion and area educational insti“We had an exciting and busy week back tutions echoed with laughter, smiles, and an to school. We had an assembly on the first undeniable air of excitement. On Septem- day and welcomed our new Grade 7 students ber 2, the communities witnessed the heart- to the school as well as numerous other new warming sight of eager children streaming students and all of our returning students. We into their respective schools, marking the had our Pirate Crew nomination assembly on commencement of the 2025-26 school year. Wednesday, picture day on Thursday, and Equally thrilled were the dedicated teachers, our Senior Girls Mega Volleyball tournament who stood ready to extend a warm welcome on Thurs/Fri/Sat. We got a new update on our to every student. front desk just in time for school to start!” said At Vermilion Elementary School (VES), the Andrea Webb. welcoming committee pulled out all the stops Mannville School welcomed their students on September 12 with a family picnic where back with a Welcome Back Breakfast put on the hot lunch program offered a hot dog lunch by the parent council and they also had a which could be ordered through their childs school assembly titled Cookies and Connecaccount. tions where every student received a cookie St. Jerome’s students enjoying muffins. Photo St. Jerome’s School Over at St. Jerome’s School they held a and mingled amongst themselves while Meet & Mingle Muffins Morning on Septem- listening to the schools announcements. ber 10 which they said was a great way to Innisfree Delnorte also held some pretty start the day and sent out a special shout-out exciting back to school activities during their to Mrs. Betz and the Foods class for baking annual welcome week as they welcomed such delicious muffins. “We’re so grateful for students back with a complimentary pancake your time and talent and to the Crumb Co & breakfast on Tuesday, then held Career Day Apothecary (Katie Kwasnycia thank you so on Wednesday and had wear your Islanders much for donating your time and muffins with school colours on Thursday and Friday they gluten free options.” hosted another complimentary hot dog lunch.

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JR Robson students with the new wrap on the front counter. Photo JR Robson

VES Grade 1 students on the first day of school. Photo VES

Mannville students getting served their breakfast. Photo submitted

The County of Vermilion River is seeking to fill multiple positions for:

DEPUTY RETURNING OFFICERS

Qualifications: • Must be at least 18 years old on Election Day and eligible to work in Canada.

• Must be able to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

• Good communication skills with the ability to effectively provide direction and instruction.

Duties and Responsibilities: • Participate in mandatory training hosted by the Returning Officer prior to Election Day. • Set up the polling station at least one hour prior to opening.

• Maintain the ballots, ballot box, and polling booth.

• Maintain peace and order in the polling station.

• Conduct the counting of ballots after the close of the polling station.

• Communicate the unofficial results as directed by the Returning Officer.

• Instruct scrutineers of the proper procedures in the polling station.

• Return the ballot box and supplies to the Returning Officer if a supervisor cannot.

• Be professional and polite at all times.

Resumes clearly marked: “CONFIDENTIAL – Deputy Returning Officer” can be submitted to: Human Resources Administrator, County of Vermilion River Email: hr@county24.com Box 69 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 ADMINISTRATION | 780.846.2244

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The County of Vermilion River is seeking to fill multiple positions for:

PRESIDING DEPUTY RETURNING OFFICERS

This position is responsible for supervising all election staff and activities occurring in a polling station.

Qualifications: • Must be at least 18 years old on Election Day and eligible to work in Canada.

• Significant election experience.

• Map reading skills.

• Experience in conflict resolution.

• Must be able to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.

• Good communication skills with the ability to effectively provide direction and instruction.

Duties and Responsibilities: • Participate in mandatory training hosted by the Returning Officer prior to Election Day. • Pick up all supplies for the polling station prior to Election Day and store securely.

• Prepare the polling station for the election (inspecting the polling station, arranging access, and receiving keys in advance of Election Day).

• Supervise the polling station set-up, polling station activities and quality of work completed by other election officers.

• Conduct the counting of ballots after the close of the polling station.

• Assist electors as required.

• Assign tasks to election officers to best serve electors.

• Assign break times to election officers.

• Maintain peace and order in the polling station.

• Instruct scrutineers of the proper procedures in the polling station.

• Perform the duties of other election officers as required.

• Coordinate with candidates and media.

• Be professional and polite at all times.

Resumes clearly marked: “CONFIDENTIAL – Presiding Deputy Returning Officer” can be submitted to: Human Resources Administrator, County of Vermilion River Email: hr@county24.com Box 69 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0

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Sonya Lee

No Record, No Problem: Vegreville’s Egg Race A Sunny-Side Success

de Morelos, Mexico, the event was hailed that the influx of visitors and the chance to Community Engagement and Economic as a resounding success by organizers showcase Vegreville’s charm, welcoming Development for the town, highlighted The Town of Vegreville recently came and participants alike. Hundreds gath- spirit, and nationally recognized landmark the importance of local business involvetogether in a spirited attempt to break the ered at Pysanka Park, with attendees made the event a victory in its own right. ment. He noted that employees from No Guinness World Record for the Largest coming not only from Vegreville and the The race was made possible through Frills even participated in the race while Egg and Spoon Race, an event held on surrounding region but also from across the support of several community-minded dressed in company colours, adding to Saturday, August 30, as part of Alberta Canada. Among them were visitors from businesses and organizations. The Egg the festive atmosphere. Brown underDay celebrations and in honour of the the Edmonton area and even a couple Farmers of Alberta provided the eggs for scored the significance of community 50th anniversary of the town’s iconic who traveled from Ontario to take part. the race, while Double A Trailers supplied spirit and how events like this strengthen Pysanka monument.

Deputy Mayor and Councillor Justin the race bibs. RONA Vegreville contrib- local pride and showcase Vegreville on a Although the effort fell short of dethron- Curtis expressed pride in the overwhelm- uted materials to help build the course, broader stage. ing the current record held by Tepatitlán ing community response. He emphasized Adam’s No Frills donated bottled water, The Town of Vegreville expressed and the Vegreville Agricultural Society sincere appreciation to all sponsors, offered transportation for attendees. The participants, and staff whose dedication Brick also stepped up with a generous brought the event to life. While the official NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY prize donation, and the Vegreville Fire record may remain unbroken, the day left Department assisted with event parking. a lasting impression and set the stage for Local Authorities Election Act J a m i e s o n B r o w n , r e p r e s e n t i n g future community celebrations.

(Section 26) NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY Local Authorities Election Act Local Jurisdiction: The Buffalo Trail School Division, Province of Alberta (Section 26) Reporter

Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is Monday, September 22, 2025, and that

nominations for the election candidates for the following offices (Wards 1-7) will received Local Jurisdiction: The ofBuffalo Trail School Division, Province of be Alberta

at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 12:00 noon on Nomination Notice is hereby given Day. that Nomination Day is Monday, September 22, 2025, and that nominations for the election of

candidates for the following offices (Wards 1-7) will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below A $200.00 deposit (cash, certified cheque, or money order) must accompany the nomination between the hours of 8:30 A.M. and 12:00 noon on Nomination Day. paper (form 4) in accordance with Bylaw 02/2020 of The Buffalo Trail School Division and pursuant to the Local Authorities Election Act - Section 27, 29 and 30 being Chapter L-21 of the

ARevised $200.00 deposit (cash, certified cheque, money order) must accompany Statutes of Alberta 2000 a Criminal Record or Check in accordance with Bylaw 03-2024 the nomination paper (form 4) in accordance with Bylaw 02/2020 The Division Buffaloa Trail Division and Information pursuant and to the Authorities Election Act - Section 27, 29 and 30 of the Buffalo Trail of School Form School 5 – Candidate Financial the Local required being of thewith Revised of AAlberta 2000paper a Criminal Check in accordance with Bylaw 03-2024 of the Notice Chapter of Intent inL-21 accordance 147.22 Statutes of the LAEA. nomination shall notRecord be acceptedTrail by the Returning Officer unless 5the deposit accompanies the Buffalo School Division a Form – correct Candidate Financial Information and the required Notice of Intent in accordance with nomination paper alongAwith the current paper criminalshall record check 30 days) the Form 147.22 of the LAEA. nomination not be (within accepted by the Returning Officer unless the correct deposit 5 and Notice of Intent.

The Nomination form must be signed by the minimum number accompanies the nomination paper along with the current criminalofrecord check (within 30 days) the Form 5 and electors – Sect. 28(3.01) LAEA. Nomination papers are available at Buffalo Trail Public Schools Notice of Intent. The Nomination form must be signed by the minimum number of electors – Sect. 28(3.01) LAEA. Central Services or online at https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-election-forms Nomination papers are available at Buffalo Trail Public Schools Central Services or online at https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-election-forms Ward 1 (North-West): One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents in the areas of the County of Minburn, the

Ward 1 (North-West): County of Vermilion River, the MD of Wainwright, in the Village of Innisfree, the Village of One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents in theof areas ofAND the the County of Minburn, the County of Vermilion River, the MD of Mannville; AND the Hamlet of Clandonald, the Hamlet Minburn; Holt Hutterite Wainwright, the Village of Innisfree, the Village of Mannville; AND Ridge the Hamlet of Clandonald, the Hamlet of Minburn; AND Colony, the in Mannville Hutterite Colony, the Mixburn Hutterite Colony, the Spring Colony; AND excluding the Town of Vermilion Surrounding area. theHutterite Holt Hutterite Colony, the Mannville Hutteriteand Colony, the Mixburn Hutterite Colony, the Spring Ridge Hutterite Colony; SEE BTPS WEBSITE – btps.ca>Board> 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in AND excluding the Town of VermilionElection and Surrounding area.

Town of Vegreville. Photo submitted Bylaw No. WEBSITE 01-2024 Electoral Wards) SEE BTPS – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) Ward 2 (Town of Vermilion and Area):

Ward (Town Area): One2(1) Trusteeof to Vermilion be elected byand residents of the Town of Vermilion and Area (in the One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents the Town of Vermilion and County of Vermilion River) SEE BTPS WEBSITE of – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for Area (in the County of Vermilion River) SEE BTPS BOUNDARY WEBSITE – 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) DEFINED (inbtps.ca>Board> Bylaw No. 01-2024 Election Electoral Wards)

NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY

Ward 3 (North-East): Ward 3 (North-East): One Trustee to by residents in the in areas the County of Vermilion River; One (1)(1)Trustee tobe beelected elected by residents theofareas of the County of Vermilion River; AND in the communities of the Village Local Authorities Election Act AND in thethe communities of the Village of Kitscoty, Village of Marwayne; AND in the Hamlet of Blackfoot, the Hamlet of Dewberry, the Hamlet of Streamstown, the (Section 26) of Kitscoty, the Village of Marwayne; AND in the Hamlet of Blackfoot, Hamlet of Tulliby Lake; AND in the O’Brian Hutterite Colony.the Hamlet of Dewberry, the Hamlet of Streamstown, the SEE BTPS WEBSITE – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) Hamlet of Tulliby Lake; AND in the O’Brian Hutterite Colony.

SEE BTPS WEBSITE – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in

Ward 4 (Central-West andWards) South-West): Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral JURISDICTION: One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents in the areas of the MD of Provost, the MDLOCAL of Wainwright; AND in theTOWN Village OF of VERMILION, PROVINCE OF Amisk, the Village of Czar, the Village of Hughenden, the Village of Irma; AND in the Hamlet of Fabyan; AND in the Rosewood Ward 4 (Central-West and South-West): ALBERTA One (1) Colony; Trustee to AND be elected by residents the areas of the MD of Provost, MD of Division Support Base Detachment Wainwright Hutterite excluding the inTown of Wainwright and 3rdtheCanadian Wainwright; AND in the Village of Amisk, the Village of Czar, the Village of Hughenden, Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is September 22, 2025 and (Denwood, AB). theBTPS Village WEBSITE of Irma; AND–inbtps.ca>Board> the Hamlet of Fabyan; AND in 2025 the Rosewood HutteriteBOUNDARY (in Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) SEE Election for DEFINED that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices Colony; AND excluding the Town of Wainwright and 3rd Canadian Division Support Base

will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below Detachment Wainwright (Denwood, AB).

Ward 5 (Town of Wainwright and Area): SEE BTPS WEBSITE – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in within the period beginning on January 1, 2025 and ending at 12:00 noon One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents in the areas of the Town of Wainwright and Area.

Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) SEE BTPS WEBSITE – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) on Nomination Day. Ward 5 (Town of Wainwright and Area):

Ward (Central-East): Office (s): One6(1) Trustee to be elected by residents in the areas of the Town of Wainwright and One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents in the areas of the County of Vermilion River, the MD of Wainwright; AND in the Area.

Mayor One (1) SEE BTPS WEBSITEthe – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in AND in the Hamlet of Greenshields, the Hamlet of Village of Chauvin, Village of Edgerton, Village of Paradise Valley; Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral McLaughlin, the Hamlet of Wards) Rivercourse; AND in the Ribstone Hutterite Colony.

Councillors Six (6) SEE BTPS WEBSITE – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARY (in Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards)

Ward 6 (Central-East): Location of Local Jurisdiction Office: One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents in the areas of the County of Vermilion River, Ward 7 (South-East): the MD of Wainwright; AND in the Village of Chauvin, the Village of Edgerton, Village of Vermilion Town Hall One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents in the areas of the MD of Provost; AND in the Town of Provost; AND in the Hamlets Paradise Valley; AND in the Hamlet of Greenshields, the Hamlet of McLaughlin, the of Bodo, the Hamlet of Cadogan, the Hamlet of Hayter, the Hamlet of Metiskow; AND in the Hughenden Hutterite Colony.

Hamlet of Rivercourse; AND in the Ribstone Hutterite Colony.

5021 - 49 Avenue SEE BTPS btps.ca>Board> Election for DEFINED (in Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) SEE BTPSWEBSITE WEBSITE – –btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for2025 DEFINED BOUNDARYBOUNDARY (in Vermilion, Alberta T9X 1X1 Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards)

Location of Local Jurisdiction Office: Ward 7 (South-East): The Buffalo Trail School Division - Central Services DATED at the Town of Vermilion, in the Province of Alberta, One (1) Trustee to 1041 be elected - 10by A residents Street in the areas of the MD of Provost; AND in the this 01st day of September, 2025.

Town of Provost; AND in the Hamlets of Bodo, the Hamlet of Cadogan, the Hamlet of Wainwright, Alberta Hayter, the Hamlet of Metiskow; AND in the Hughenden Hutterite Colony.

T9W 2R4 Shannon Kennedy, Returning Officer SEE BTPS WEBSITE – btps.ca>Board> Election 2025 for DEFINED BOUNDARYth(in day of August 2025.

Dated at the Town of Wainwright in the Province of Alberta on this 20 Bylaw No. 01-2024 Electoral Wards) Fayeare Dunne, NOTE: Nomination packages available at the Vermilion Town Hall and Returning Officer Location of Local Jurisdiction Office: online at www.vermilion.ca The Buffalo Trail School Division - Central Services 1041 - 10 A Street Wainwright, Alberta T9W 2R4 Dated at the Town of Wainwright in the Province of Alberta on this 20th day of August 2025

Faye Dunne, Returning Officer

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DEPUTY OFFICERS DEPUTY RETURNING RETURNING OFFICERS

Position Summary Position Summary Mark your calendar for Monday, October 20, 2025! The County of Minburn along with the Villages of Mark your calendar for Monday, October 20, Officers 2025!(DROs) The County Mannville and Innisfree are recruiting multiple Deputy Returning who want of to be on the front linesalong of democracy for the upcomingof 2025 Municipal Elections.

Election workers play an Minburn with the Villages Mannville and Innisfree are recruiting important front-line role in ensuring the election process follows the rules as voters make their multiple Deputy Returning Officers (DROs) who want to be on the front democratic choice.

NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY LOCAL JURISDICTION: COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27 Province of Alberta

lines of democracy for the upcoming 2025 Municipal Elections. Election

What are Deputy Officersfront-line (DRO)? workers playReturning an important role in ensuring the election process Think of DROs as the boots on the ground workers. They assist in facilitating the voting process on follows the rules as voters make their democratic choice. election day by interacting with voters and ensuring the election process is executed according to the rules. By doing their job well, they also enable electors to vote in an orderly fashion.

What are Deputy Returning Officers (DRO)?

Ideal candidates are people who are well organized; take pride in customer service; show sound Think ofand DROs astothe boots on the ground workers. assist in judgement; are able navigate interpersonal settings with sensitivity They and discretion.

facilitating the voting process on election day by interacting with voters

Time Commitment and ensuring the election process is executed according to the rules.  Able to work long hours (8:00 am – 11:00 pm) on Election Day (October 20, 2025)

By doing their job well, they also enable electors to vote in an orderly Able to attend one of the training sessions: fashion.

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Session 1 – September 29, 2025 – 9:00 am to noon

Ideal candidates are people who arepm well organized; take pride in Session 2 – October 2, 2025 – 6:00 pm to 9:00 customer service; show sound judgement; and are able to navigate All required training and support for successful applicants will be provided by the municipality. interpersonal settings with sensitivity and discretion.

Wage:

Varies depending on municipality

Time Commitment Does this opportunity interest you? If(8:00 so, please your application to join one of our election 20) - Able to work long hours amsubmit – 11:00 pm) on election day (October teams. Access the application form via the County of Minburn or Village websites. Prefer to apply in Able to attend one of the training sessions: person? Visit one of the Administration offices to complete and submit your form. Applications can also be submitted1 by email to hr@minburncounty.ab.ca.

Session – September 29, 2025 – 9:00 am to noon Session 2 – October 2, 2025 – 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Application Deadline:

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All required training and support for successful applicants will be Residents who have previously been contacted and committed to being a Deputy Returning Officer by the municipality. inprovided the 2025 Municipal Election are not required to reapply.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be Wage: Varies depending on municipality contacted.

Does this opportunity interest you? If so, please submit your application to join one of our election teams. Access the application form via the County of Minburn or Village websites. Prefer to apply in person?

Visit one of the Administration offices to complete and submit your form.

Applications can also be submitted by email to hr@minburncounty.ab.ca.

Application Deadline: September 23, 2025

Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is September 22, 2025 and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below within the period beginning on January 1, 2025 and ending at 12 Noon on Nomination Day. Office

Number of Vacancies Electoral Division

County Councillor

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Division 1

County Councillor

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Division 2

County Councillor

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Division 3

County Councillor

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Division 4

County Councillor

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Division 5

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Location (Address) of Jurisdiction Office: County of Minburn No. 27 4909-50 Street Vegreville, Alberta

Residents who have previously been contacted and committed to being a Deputy Returning Officer in the 2025 Municipal Election are not required to reapply.

DATED at the Town of Vegreville, in the Province of Alberta, this 1st day of September 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Jason Warawa, Returning Officer

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Marauders Couldn’t Match First Half Success In Season Opener Loss At Home

pivot. On the first play, he was called for Bulmer stopped Westlock’s longest kick- first half until he was injured. Corban a time count violation putting the team off with his foot before bringing it up to his McNichol got stronger as the game Down three bodies before the game first and 20 from their own 36-yard line. hands. He first went right, but encoun- progressed. started (two injuries and wisdom teeth His first pass went well over the heads of tered a Thunderbird, reversed and found Almost every Marauder player had at surger y), the Vermilion Marauders both receivers and defenders. However, a seam. By the time he reached the West- least one tackle. Included were offenmanaged to stay close to the Westlock the second was a beautiful bullet into lock 45, he was putting daylight between sive lineman Will Johnston who also Thunderbirds in the first half of their the hands of Daylyn Carpenter. Carpen- himself and his pursuers. His 80 plus yard took some reps on defence. home opener last Thursday.

Six players tallied rushing yards and ter rev ved into a high gear and out kickoff return came at 8:40. There wasn’t But as fatigue and injuries mounted, legged defenders for a 70-yard recep- a convert. The score favoured the visitors four caught passes. Bulmer, ShepWestlock took over in the second half tion and run score. A 2-point convert put at 36-14. pard and Ouelette led the rushers. Also recording six touchdowns, including a the Marauders within four trailing by 12 Stopping the big, big and fast or small picking up yards on the ground were final score as the time clock ran out, in to 8 with 1:40 on the clock. and fast Westlock run game was a major Carpentar, Poliakiwski and Nelson. a 51-14 final.

On the kickoff Aidan Ouellette recov- challenge for the short-handed Marauders. Those three also caught passes, as did Three factors figured in wearing down ered the short Jack Maier kick, giving the One factor was size and speed, another defensive lineman Maier when he took the Marauders: The heat, a 28°Ckickoff home team a first down on theWestlock was sloppy tackling. Often the safety or a a turn on offence. temperature: the time the defence spent 45. Sheppard returned as quarterback deeper linebacker made the final stop.

Marauders points after: While Weston the field; and then injuries from the and sent two passes in the direction Vermilion did force Westlock to turn lock’s running prowess was undenicombination of larger opponents and of Ouellette. The second incompletion the ball over on downs three times. able, the snaps from centre were often inexperienced players. also came with a procedure call and Westlock had just two more third down low and mishandled. It was especially When the game ended one rookie was give the Marauders another play 2nd and shutdowns. The defence did make evidence in convert attempts. They only in the emergency room, while two other 15. But they didn’t move the ball, and successful incursions into the T-bird converted one of their eight majors, and players weren’t able to finish the game. Sheppard punted. backfield including a Clayton Brooks that was via the run. Another attempted While the Thunderbirds might have The Thunderbirds started on their blitz that negated a third and five attempt r u n c o n v e r t w a s s t o p p e d b y t h e expected an easy path to touchdowns, own 20 and ran for four successive first by Westlock.

Marauder defence…Bulmer was hurt a the Marauder defence kept them out of downs led by power backs Isaac Kostiw Taylor Blackmore led the team in few plays after his kickoff return TD. He the end zone until late in the first quar- and Chris Ladouceur. Eventually quar- number of tackles, with more than 15, was carried off the field in a lawn chair. ter, at 2:29. Westlock didn’t strike again terback Aidan Christenson zig-zagged and involvement in gang tackles. Shep- He’s done for the season…Ouelette his way for an 11-yard touchdown as pard had the next highest total with 8. showed his versatility, replacing Shepuntil 2:24 was left in the half.

Poliakiwski had at least four between pard in both the quarterback and safety With Blake Sheppard taking a break time expired.

The Marauders wouldn’t score again s p e c i a l t e a m s a n d p l ay i n g s o m e roles…The Marauders travel to Slave af ter playing both quar terback and safety, Jaxon Poliakiwski stepped in as until the final quarter. Rookie Brayden defense. Noah Leipert had a strong Lake on Sept 19 for their second game.

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