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Fire Season Has Arrived Trudy McKenzie Reporter While the Vermilion area has been able to delay it along with spring this year, the quick snap from winter to the full on heat of summer along with strong prevailing winds have elevated the risk for fires. Released this week were numerous fire bans and partial

fire bans as area fire departments have raced steadily from one blaze to the next.

The weekend of May 4th and 5th not only saw grass fires south of Vermilion by way of a 200 acre grass fire, whose start is suspected as coming from a tossed cigarette into the ditch and an out of control garbage burn that took 2 graineries. There was a structure fire as well, when area resi-

dent Sterling Rempel lost his home of 6 years in a trailer fire.

Suspected to be an electrical fire the trailer lo cated on th e lan d of Stuar t Eyb en is still under investigation. Luckily Rempel had been out visiting when smoke was spotted coming from the structure and the quick response of Vermilion’s Fire and Rescue was able to save the other three trailers nor th of the Rempel

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home along with the holiday trailer and boat located less than 20 feet south of the burning structure.

M a n nv i l l e F i re D e p a r tm e nt h a s b e en kept b usy as well at ten din g numerous grassfire calls; including at least 3 grassfires on May 5th alone.

These fires have resulted in a number of power outages in the area as at risk power lines are shut down for safety.

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Trailer Lost Trailer Saved

The quick response by Vermilion Fire and Rescue was unable to save the structure that initially ignited, but they were able to save the holiday trailer not 20 feet away, although the heat from the flames was hot enough to melt the plastic trim on the windows of the holiday trailer.

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Firefighters wore protective air masks and tanks to protect them from the noxious fumes as they focused their hoses on hot spots during the May 6th trailer fire North of Vermilion.

The mobile home was a complete loss despite the quick action of Vermilion Fire and Rescue. The single occupant of the home was at a neighbours when smoke was seen coming from the structure. While the blaze is under investigation it is suspected that electrical issues may have been the cause.

Partial Fire Ban Implemented In County Of Vermilion River CVR Release In the last week County of Vermilion River fire crews have responded to nearly a half dozen fires throughout the municipality. Although there seems to be plenty of ground moisture there is an abundance of fuel load in last year’s dead grass causing volatile conditions. The source of several of these fires has been determined to be carelessly disposed smoking material.

A partial fire ban has been implemented in the County effective 3:00 pm, May 6, 2013.

All previously issued fire permits are cancelled effective immediately. Only recreational and incinerator fires are permitted until further notice. These recreational and incinerator fires must be contained, supervised and fully extinguished upon completion.

Burning without a permit or during a fire ban may result in a minimum penalty

of $500.00.

When fires burn out of control in our County, extra demand is placed on staff and our volunteer fire fighters, leading to stressed and fatigued personnel and resulting in significant expense. The County will be persistent in pursuing cost recovery from individuals who light fires when a ban is in effect or burn without first obtaining a permit.

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through the course and processes of the that you notice, but every emergency explained how their job and objective is accident. The program defines the differ- responder out there suffers from it.” He to help people and how they mourn every ent roles of police, rescue workers, Ambubody that they must recover even if they Grade 9 students from J. R. Robson lance and hospital personnel explaining the don’t know them and he reiterated, “Don’t and St. Jerome attended the 2013 ‘It impact on families, friends and communihurt my people.” “We take every rescue Can’t Happen to Me’ Vermilion on May 7th ties and seeks to encourage the students personally, take your driving personally.” and 10th. Very much like the Mannville to make thoughtful and well considered program, the Vermilion ‘It Can’t Happen to choices when operating or getting into a Me’ uses actors to portray a realistic acci- motor vehicle. dent scene and takes the grade 9 students Riveting was the presentation of Vermilion Fire Chief, Bill Roth who asked students, “Don’t hurt my people.”

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Singing With A Spaceman Trudy McKenzie Reporter O n May 6th students from both Vermilion Elementary School and St. Jerome gathered in the St. Jerome school gym to share a once in a lifet i m e e x p e r i e n c e; s i n g i n g w i t h a spaceman.

I n h i s l a s t l i ve we b c a s t b efo re returning to ear th, Astronaut Col. Chris Hadfield joined Coalition for Music Education and music supporters across Canada to per form the so n g h e an d Ed Ro b er t so n of th e Barenaked Ladies had written, while he floated above the ear th in the International Space Station.

T h e s o n g, “ I s S o m e b o d y Si n ging” was promoted by the Coalition for Music Education’s Music Monday and students across the country were encouraged to raise their voices to the skies and join the Astronaut in celebrating music by singing with him during at 10:30 a.m. on the May 6th

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St. Jerome was able to join the live stream webcast with the technical assistance of St. Jerome staff members, Mr. Sader and Mr. Whelan although with so many others across the country joining the live webcast the signal was somewhat broken up, but at 10:30 all of the grade 1-6 students from both schools stood and raised their voices singing along with the Astronaut and Ed Robertson on the large screen at the front of the gym.

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The Cost Of Cheap Trudy McKenzie Editor

In a world of rampant consumerism, and instant gratification it is difficult bordering on impossible to convince the average consumer on the virtues of purchasing quality. Price and access seem to be the paramount priority and little thought is wasted on the longevity or life span of the item purchased. Seems today, if it’s cheap enough it’s sold.

There was a time, believe it or not when every whim was not gratified at the drop of a hat. Money had to be carefully allocated, great thought was invested in researching the desired purchase, funds were set aside and the day the item was purchased was a day of achievement. I am not describing the purchase of a home or vehicle here, this was the thought process for every item, even shoes!

Today shoes can be purchased for very little comparably, depending on where you go and how long you expect them to last. The old adage you get what you pay for has not changed, just the thinking. If I can get away with paying next to nothing than it’s worth it even if they do not last.

Little thought is given to when the item will fail, the inconvenience when it does, or the expense of replacing the item after its short lifespan. I want, I want it now and I really don’t want to pay for it. When did this mind set become the norm?

When did the focus move from acquiring top quality for a fair price to acquiring disposable items as cheaply as possible.

When did we stop building loyal relationships with the suppliers who supported us and our families far beyond the business relationship and when did the value of our dollar and who and what that dollar supported cease to impact our decision making process.

One might be inclined to blame the ‘Big Box’ store and certainly they must share in the blame, as a middle man they create such a separation between manufacturer and consumer.

They muddle all kinds of products in a singular location with a selec tion of products stocked solely on price point. Producers are forced to cut corners and either manufacture less than their best or export jobs out of country where they can pay pennies for labour, if they want to come in within the required price point. Not producing within that set price point means they risk missing out on the world wide exposure that such a store can offer. With so many supporting ‘Big Box’ versus independent stores few manufactures are willing to take that risk.

Certainly thrifty shoppers have lapped up these offerings, so many never realize the impact such disloyalty to local and

community merchants have. Shoppers fail to see or acknowledge the expense such savings are costing their community and ultimately themselves.

Not only does this move to save a buck put in jeopardy local markets, injure long established relationships with your business neighbour, cost Canadian jobs, but ultimately has the consumer saved anything?

When considering travel expenses, impulse shopping, time consumption and the shortened lifespan related to the lower quality product one has to wonder if there are any savings to be had at all. Yet time and again consumers seem satisfied to spend their hard earned dollar on the illusion of savings.

This necessity to match the ever shrinking bottom line affects local businesses and corporations as well and they do not seem exempt from the illusion of savings either. In chasing that cheaper price they at times will fail to properly research the deal offered. Often the decision boils down to price alone and missed is the fact that the product supplied is of far lesser value.

It is this price fixation that has

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Giving Credit Where Credit is Due We apologise for the misplacement of a by-line last week which credited the Vermilion Voice reporter with a submission that was sent in. The story ‘Triathlon Coming to Vermilion in June’ was in fact submitted by Rob Dibden from Human Powered Racing and not written by our reporter as the by-line indicated.

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impacted nearly every industry, even our own. Constantly consumers attempt to compare apples and oranges when faced with a price quote, failing to investigate the differences between the products being sought.

Consider advertising; if one paper delivers your message to 6,000 perspective clients is its value the same as a paper that delivers your message to 3,000? When placing an ad and selecting which paper to place your promotion in, how many factor this difference into their decision making process and how many simply seek the cheapest price?

If you bought 10 marbles for $10, would 20 marbles for $12 be a better deal? Of course it would, yet all too often the discount price is what is observed and it is that price that is the determining factor, no further investigation is pursued.

How much does it ultimately cost to settle simply for cheap?

It is nearly impossible to quantify the true cost that simply buying cheap has, or the cost that supporting large scale retail outlets focussed on driving prices down has.

Every industry from farmer to grocer, carpenter to home seller, plant worker to car salesman, seeks to be treated fairly; looks to receive an honest pay for an honest days work. Yet if anywhere in the path from producer to manufacture to retail someone decides their margin is of more import, or has the ability to dictate values everyone stands to lose. Someone in that cycle pays with their livelihood. All too often it is the ‘someone’ who can least afford to.

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Letter To The Editor Sunday morning, the day after the have for a track is the highway. I pick up 4H highway cleanup project garbage as I walk and have always bragged and been proud of my efforts. Well, let me So many times we hear people dispar- tell you that when that group of “the youth aging the youth of today, saying how of today” swept down our road yesterlazy and spoiled they are and I know that day they were amazing. The ditches were I have been guilty of this myself. I am a pristine this morning and they were horri64 year old grouch that wants to publi- ble yesterday morning. All I really want to cally eat those words. I am one of those say is “WELL DONE” guys; I, for one, am walkers you see along the highway. I do it proud to share the Alberta roads with you. for health reasons only and because I live A fellow Albertan so far out in the country the only choice I

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We would like to express our deepest heartfelt appreciation for the many generous acts of kindness given to us in the recent passing of our dear Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Great Grandpa & Oompa. Many, many of you showed us so much kindness & love by showering us with visits, hugs, prayers, food, donations, flowers and cards. We also are so grateful for the large attendance at the service held for George.

It spoke of a life well lived. We also want to publicly thank Alva & Harry Creech, Dr. Duvenage and the staff at the Vermilion Hospital for showing us so much professional care and understanding at this very difficult time. We were very touched by all who took part in the service and especially Pastor Bryce, who emphasized in his message that we do not grieve as those who have no hope. For this hope in Christ Jesus we rejoice, but we are feeling a huge hole in our hearts and daily lives. In lieu of thank you notes we have made a donation to Habitat For Humanity.

May God Bless you.

Phyllis, Scott & Bernie, Jan & Ray, Sandra & Tiberio, Dave & Lynn, Rob & Carol, Margaret & Denis, Jonathan & Shantelle, and Families.

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Around The Campfire Neil B. Stratton Columnist

We l l…O k…w i n te r, spring and summer all in one week, it went from minus 14C and snowing to plus near 30C in one week, it’s a good thing we are hardy Canadians, most others in the world couldn’t cope with such extremes.

Although I am not sure how, even with days of plus 27-28C there is still a couple of big snow drifts lingering around on the fence line near my garden, but it is going quickly.

One can actually watch the lawn turn green, and in that week it went from icicles hanging off the trees to the fluffy “pussy willows” or the fluffy leaf buds exploding overnight.

The frog opera is in full swing in my pond, all trying to out sing each other to the point its almost noisy, but it’s a sound I cherish and enjoy, almost as relaxing as Momma Robin’s song serenade.

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hanging around with her, she will stay and the others will have to scout out their own area to call home for nesting.

I even turned a pesky mosquito into a tiny pancake with a quick slap already, although I tried to pretend I didn’t see it, but I am afraid that soon a huge crowd is going to show up for its funeral.

Although we are grateful for the spring finally showing up, in my logs we have on several years on May 5th had Full blown leaves on the trees already, I am happy to have seen the elusive Crocus flower thou.

Wildfire conditions on the prairies went from wet to extreme in a matter of days also, there are already fire bans in some areas, and with the camping urges now sparked, also watch them live fire sparks and check for fire bans.

It also was amazing how many out there simply forgot how that big warming bright light up there can cook the pale white skin of those that were land locked indoors forever this winter. I don’t have enough fingers and toes to count the people that got sunburn this past week, some quite severe, everyone wanted to get outdoors and enjoy the amazing weather change, be careful out there folks and take precautions. I have

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spent a great deal of my life outdoors and getting a sunburn is rare for me, yet a couple years ago I endured the scary episode of skin cancer and learned of its dangers. I caught it early and with the help of a cancer specialist and surgery I nipped that nasty disease in the butt, but now I take even more precautions in bright sunny days.

I was blessed with darker shade of skin so I don’t need sunscreen as much as others, but sun blocking hats are always a must and long sleeve shirts and sunglasses should always be worn.

It may be mankind’s high advancements on this rock we call earth and home, that have made the sun’s exposure more dangerous, or it simply could just be as it has for all time and we are just that much more knowledgeable to its dangers as its benefits.

Sunscreen, sun glasses, hats should be worn when enjoying the outdoors, many don’t realize even when its cloudy that the suns dangerous UV radiation still penetrates the clouds and exposure is near as much as it is on a clear blue sky day.

Good sunglasses are a must, again even on cloudy days, one has to wonder how much eyesight is effected by UV as we age.

I use a top UV rating, plus polarized lenses with a high UV rating that let me see deep into the water for fishing, the polarized lenses cut way more glare than standard lenses, it is incredible the difference.

It amazes me when looking into water with bare eyes and the water looks murky and surface is bright , but with polarized lenses there is no glare and water looks so clear you could read the date on a dime on the bottom.

This past weekend was incredible, I really tried hard to get all the “HoneyDo’s” and spring chores done in the yard, but just after lunch I couldn’t take it anymore.

So I called my buddy Blaine and suggested we go for a walk in the wilderness, we would bring our bows and

“stump” shoot as we explored.

Stump shooting is just that, while walking we pick out an old rotten tree stump and shoot at them from various distances, its good practice not only for shooting the bow but also for judging distance.

We were thinking a side order of rabbit burgers would hit the spot after a long day in the outdoors and we knew of a spot that was overrun with rabbits. You could see so many trees that were stripped of bark as high as they could stand on their hind legs. One big poplar tree had blown over in the winter storms, one could see just how deep the snow was, the rabbits cleaned the tree bare of its bark, I stood beside the tree and the branches were cleaned well over my head.

There were overpopulation signs everywhere and it was evident that they were eating themselves out of all food sources in the long winter.

We decided to thin them out a bit and went after the skinny males leaving the female rabbits alone as it is spring, it really was a challenge just to get around in that thick bush, which also still had hidden spots of knee deep snow banks.

We had found spots where the long winter had its toll on even the rabbits as they succumb to the long winter, we were picky and did find several that I think we were saving from a more pitiful end.

It was a great weekend outdoors, even the yard chores seemed enjoyable, just because they were outdoors, and I could feel the energy coming back from what had to be an all time low for me.

Get out there folks, feel that energy yourself, get them youngsters off the video games and kick them outdoors too, we all need it.

When the Smoke Clears Take a moment to absorb all the beautiful things in the outdoors, like the rewards of the warm sun when it’s hidden or the spring before it’s gone.

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Directions: From Elk Point go south on Hwy 41 to Hwy 45, turn east to Dewberry sign, go south 1 mile to UFA bulk Station at 1st Avenue & 2nd Street then go west 1st Avenue & 3rd Street North (School), then turn right (north 1 block and then turn left (west) and go 1 block. G.S.T. applies. Lunch sold. Watch for signs.

Trucks, RV, Trailers: 5th wheel 29’ Golden Falcon Holiday trailer c/w one slide out + awning* 2007 F350 dully, super duty crew cab 4X4, 6 litre diesel power stroke, headache rack +327104K* 96 F250, 4X4, 7.3 power stroke diesel, extended cab, new rubber* 94 Ford Ranger XLT 2WD, 6cyl,3 litre topper, bucket seats, 253083 K* 5th wheel 26’ X 8’ trailer with dual wheels* 8’ X 6’ single wheel homemade trailer* Cargo van tandem axel trailer, 6’ X 12’ trailer fenders, 2.45 X 7 X 19.5 Michelin tires, cover for short truck box, new super 10,000 lb winch* 5th wheel goose neck hitch * square fuel tank fits in truck box * tires *ball hitch (various sizes) * mat for camper * ect. PIPES, WELDERS: Hobart welder complete on trailer * Mig welder * welding table * extra welding cable * 31 yellow jacket pipe, 3 ½ OD, approx. 90 pieces * 30’ black or drill stem different ID * square tubing * welding rods *metal sheet 1/8” X 8’ X 2’ * pipe stand * 75 pipe 2 3/8” X 30’ long, plus more sizes. LAWN: Saber lawn mower 42” cut, new deck * garden items * sprinkler * sprayer * garden hose * TOOLS: Coleman generator 5500 watt * ½ drive socket set * electric tools * jigsaw * grinder * chain hoist * Husqvarna chain saw *15 amp Kawasaki 9” angle grinder * Master Craft router * bits *tin sniper * hammers * Brad nailer * flares * all kinds of tools * 3/4 “drive socket set * bar * shovels *augers * jackal * hydraulic jack * 48” pipe wrench * squares * small pipe wrenches * 100” tape * saw * screwdrivers * crescent wrenches * cut-off blades * air tools * 10 T hydraulic lift kit * drill press * 12 v. winch * bench grinder * vice * chop saw blades * tool boxes * Master Craft table saw * wet tile saw * wood saw blade & shaft * radiator hose * booster cables * trouble light * magnetic light for trailer * tiger torch hoses * grease guns * bolts * electrical cord * sledge hammer * chains * ANTIQUES: gas lamps * trap * draw knife * oiler * sheep shears * crank for stove * 2 man saw * HOUSEHOLD: 60,000 BTU BBQ, 2 yrs old * tread mill * tapes * records * CDs * reclining brown chesterfield * 2 reclining chairs * vacuum cleaner * plus more. METAL SHED: 16” X 28” pipe shed with canvas cover * HORSE RELATED: tack * ropes halters * bridles * other horse items * MISC: step ladder * boxes of miscellaneous * rolls of electrical tape* 1000 watt light * tow straps * wood trim * 3 Lewis oilers * 2 Delux Lewis oiler movers * jerry cans * fire extinguisher * tie down straps * fuel pump * heavy duty electrical cord * propane bottle & heater * box of filters * brass fittings * brooms * 100 amp breaker box * plus many more good items.

Auctioneer’s note: The late Harvey Brown was a welder and a fabricator. He had all the tools he needed for his work and they are in working order. This is just a partial list and there is much more too numerous to list, Subject to additions, deletions & errors. Checks or cash, bank note for bigger items. Come early as there are a lot of good items to sell. For more info contact Betty 780-8472495.

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Franklin

Hows That Again Please? my system. Controlling a temper is a life’s work. Politeness and courtesy are really so vital in our daily driving In my childho o d on our busy roadways. Any amount memories it seemed of trave l reve a l s m a ny i n s t a n ce s t o m e t h a t b e i n g of drivers taking liberties that are polite was a much more prac ticed dangerous and also really taking the happening. I know my Mom made joy from our getting around. Hard to us kids constantly aware of even the understand why people get in such a correct tone of voice. You wouldn’t frenzy that they’ll endanger themdare answer her in any thing but a selves an d others for the sake of respectful manner. Yes, that’s the a few seconds!! I’m kind of a rusty word, manners, in our relations with city driver, I’ll admit, but in a few our family member to start with and instances I’d been given the finger equally with our friends and fellow and had people shaking their fist at workers. Good neighbours, even old me from a car window. Road rage is bachelors who lived alone for years a scary thing!! Maybe hard times had were always very respectful of Mom the ability to get folks to rely on one and they wouldn’t get familiar enough another more and us old seniors have to call her “Gladys”, that I ever heard, maybe all had the exposure to those it just wasn’ t done. N owadays we kinds of experiences and try to see h ea r wo rds o n th e T.V. that were ways to help each other and have N E V ER h e a rd a ny w h e re n e a r th e feeling and compassion for those who house where women and kids were might crowd us a little.

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Add A Little Mystery Margaret Lonsdale Columnist

W a y n e A r t h u rson may be a fiction writer, but his plots tend to explore issues of current and real sociological, political, and psychological interest.

Arthurson says the best piece of writing advice he remembers receiving is “don’t write what you know, write what you care about.” His own advice is to write the story you want to tell. Practical words from a man whose recent mystery series features a protagonist of Cree/ French Canadian origins working his way back from a life gone sideways. In the series, readers follow Leo Desroches, a newspaper reporter wrestling with the demons of his past while walking the blurred line between the ordinary street level and the underbelly of his commu-

nity.

In 2012, Arthurson was the recipient of the prestigious Alberta Readers Choice Award for Fall From Grace, the first book in his mystery/thriller series.

The thriller surpassed four other popular novels to secure the coveted award, and receiving it opened up a few more opportunities for the Edmonton writer to speak about those subjects that concern him, such as the unexplained disappearance of aboriginal women from the streets of Edmonton.

In Arthurson’s second book, A Killing Winter, Desroches investigates the dark passages of Edmonton gang life when he slips into an undercover role as a homeless man who befriends a young native kid who succumbs to the perils inherent in life on the street.

Arthurson tackles difficult topics with a gritty realism that readers may find gripping, educational, and definitely

thrilling. His previous writings include four history books, numerous magazine articles, and his ongoing blog, “Big Time Writer? Yeah Right!“ on blogspot.com.

Wayne Arthurson is the guest author for the 2013 Lloydminster Reads event that takes place at the Barr Colony Heritage Cultural Centre in Lloydminster on June 11th. The literary event has become one of the most anticipated aspects of the annual Arts Without Borders Festival.

It’s a chance to hear an author read from his or her works in an intimate setting as well as an opportunity to discuss different aspects of the book and writing in general with the guest author and other attendees.

This year, the ticket price includes admission to the current traveling art exhibit, “Fakes and Forgeries: Yesterday and Today”, organized by the Royal Ontario Museum. The exhibit presents authentic items next to counter-

feit products that run the gamut from historical specimens and cultural artifacts, to household items and designer name brands. Those who visit the interactive exhibit can challenge their ability to recognize the differences between the authentic and the fake, a skill well worth honing.

Tickets for the event are available through the Vic Juba Community Theatre Box Office @ 780-872-7400.

Naturally, those who will have read some of Arthurson’s work prior to attending the Lloydminster Reads event will arrive well-prepared for an engaging discussion with the illustrious author who, besides conjuring up tales of mystery, kicks in a few paradiddles on the drum kit for an indie-rock band called “Beerbelly”.

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Balaneski

A Cup Of Toonies Meagan S.Balaneski excess to charity. You’ll feel good about yourself and you’ll get a tax deduction Columnist too.

How you spend it is more important A magazine landed in my in-bin than how you invest it. Most Canalast week. It’s the dians have a very hard time finding first “Best of” issue extra money to save. The key is to stop of a full-sized magazine called Money spending. For most people, spendSense. They compiled a list of the 25 ing is much more expensive than they best wealth-accumulation tips of all think. If you’re living on credit, every $100 of merchandise on an 18% credit time. Here are my favorite five.

Money is a tool, not a solution. Stud- card actually costs $177 of earnings ies have shown that once your basic (assuming 5% GST, 30% taxes, and a needs are met, happiness and money single annual payment). Stop spendshow little correlation. Other things, like ing on unnecessary items and you’ll be a good night’s sleep and giving to others surprised at how easily you’ll save.

Plan your portfolio then stick to it. do much more for your happiness than money does. Once your needs are met Studies have shown that the biggest and you’re saving enough for the future, influence of a portfolio’s return is consider donating a portion of the asset class. So design a portfolio that

is comfortable for your risk tolerance and then stick to it. Whenever your allocation is out, rebalance. You will be constantly selling high and buying low – the simplest rule for wealth accumulation.

Keep it simple. Ninety percent of Canadians think they’re above average drivers. Not surprisingly, the majority of investors also believe they can time the markets. But micromanaging a portfolio doesn’t work. To the contrary, studies have shown it adds to an investor’s underperformance. So keep your portfolio simple, and leave it that way.

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For more information about wealthaccumulation tips, or if you have any questions about whether you’re on track to meet your wealth accumulation goals, speak with your financial advisor today.

Meagan S. Balaneski, Mutual Funds Advisor, Advantage Insurance & Investment Advisors, Manulife Securities Investment Services Inc. The opinions expressed are those of Meagan S. Balaneski and may not necessarily reflect the views of Manulife Securities Investment Services Inc. Meagan S. Balaneski can be reached at mbalaneski@advantageadvisors.ca.

Dawns Eats Dawn Hames Columnist

My son’s birthday was coming up, so I asked him what kind of cake he would like me to make for him.

After some careful thought he decided on a poke cake. This cake was part of his childhood memories, as it was one of the cakes I used to make for Sunday dessert for my growing family. There are three components to a poke cake, a cake, a fruit gelatin and a whipped cream topping. A poke cake is a cake in which holes are pocked into the baked cake with the small end of a wooden spoon. A fruit gelatin is poured into the holes and then the cake is refrigerated long enough for the gelatin to gel.

It is then topped with sweetened whipped cream. The gelled fruit gelatin in the cake makes the cake very moist and adds an additional layer of flavor. It’s hard to have just one piece of this cake!

Butter Cake 3 / 4 cup butter 1 1 / 2 cup sugar 3 / 4 cup milk 1 1 / 2 teaspoon vanilla 2 1 / 4 cups flour 3 teaspoons double acting baking powder 1 / 4 teaspoon salt 3 eggs Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Cream the butter and sugar with the electric mixer. Mix the vanilla into the milk.

Measure out 2 1 / 4 cups unsifted flour and then sift the flour with the baking powder and the salt. Alternately add the milk and flour mixture continuing to beat the mixture. Add the eggs and beat for 2 – 3 minutes. Pour into a greased and floured 9 x 13 baking pan and bake for 35 min at 350 degree or until the center of the cake is cooked. You will get the best results from using cake and pastry flour. You can use all purpose flour, and I have used unbleached flour for a really old fashioned taste. I have yet to experiment with barley flour. When

the cake is done and slightly cooled poked or you will end up with butter. it about 1 1 / 2 “ deep in rows with the bottom of a wooden spoon.

Fruit Gelatin Dissolve 1 package of Knox gelatin in ½ cup of boiling water. Stir until the entire gelatin is dissolved. Add 1 cup fruit juice and stir. Pour spoonfuls of the fruit gelatin into the holes in the cake.

Refrigerate the cake for the gelatin to set. I used Saskatoon juice and it was awesome. You can also use freshly squeezed orange juice, mashed strawberries or raspberries and their juice. You can also double the batch of fruit gelatin and top the whipped cream, at the time of serving with a dollop of partially gelled fruit gelatin.

Whipped Cream Topping Combine 1 cup whipping cream, 2 tablespoons sugar and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a mixing bowl. Whip until soft peaks are formed. Do not over whip

Alberta REALTORS® Urge Passage Of Proposed Condominium Property Act Amendments To Protect The Consumer REALTORS® Association of Lloydminster and District Media Release Lloydminster, AB – May 8, 2013 - Alberta REALTORS® are lending their collective voice to support Service Alberta Minister Manmeet Bhullar’s proposed amendments to the Condominium Property Act which, if passed, will allow bare land condominium corporations to collect money from condo owners, in advance, to fund maintenance and repairs to property managed by the condo corporation.

“The owners of bare land condos need assurance that the funds will be in place to undertake maintenance and repairs as the need arises,” notes President Jennifer Gilbert of the REALTORS® Association of Lloydminster and District, adding that “likewise, those interested in purchasing a bare land condo need to know what they will be expected to contribute for maintenance and repair.”

Currently many condo corporations that manage bare land properties (usually stand-alone structures, such as detached homes and duplexes) collect

fees in advance from condo owners T h i s i s s u e o f a d v a n c e c o l l e c- Condominium Property Act review, now to maintain managed property, which tion of condo fees for managed bare underway. If passed, the changes will be generally includes lawns, roofs, windows, land condominium properties is being retroactive. and common property such as roads addressed separately from the overall and sidewalks within condo complexes.

In fact, bare land condo corporations across Alberta have collected and currently hold millions of dollars for this purpose. However, a recent Court of Queen’s Bench decision determined that the current Condominium Property Act G Certi ift does not give bare land condo corporaAvaificates tions authority to collect these fees in l able advance from condo owners.

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Books For Belize Trudy McKenzie Reporter Robin Sherwood recently presented his “Belize Literacy Project” to the Vermilion Rotary Club. Sherwood expressed how astonished he was to find the lack of books, in what they were calling a “town library” in the town of San Pedro.

“We were down visiting Belize, I was in a little library there and I realized that I probably had more books in my house than they have out there. I got to thinking about it and as luck would have it I met a Belizean archaeologist, we got talking and it turned out his wife is a teacher in

Belize at Sacred Hearts Junior College.

After a few emails from home the next thing I know I’m collecting books and school supplies for Belize.”

While Belize does have a public education system the budget is extremely small with schools receiving minimal funds per student.

“We were back in February and toured some schools; a lot of the schools have not caught up to our single room schools of 60 years ago. No power, the teachers who are poorly paid compared to ours are expected to supply a bit of the library, children’s books and reference books. So they can’t really let the children take them home or they would wear them out in two or three years.”

Sherwood has already purchased the Sea Canister in which to ship the books and school supplies and thus far Sherwood has had super success acquiring children’s books and while any book is more than appreciated young adult books and reference books have been a little more difficult to acquire. The Vermilion Rotary has indicated they will cover the cost to ship the container and since the expense is so great shipping back the empty container Sherwood has arranged to have the container remain in Belize and it will act as the library for some of the books shipped.

The Sea Canister is 1100sq feet and Sherwood shared that it is between 350-500 sq feet filled already. The size

and nature of the canister means that school supplies shipped can include electronic educational tools such as calculators, I pads, netbooks, laptops and computers as all are needed. “Even what we would consider obsolete would be of great value to a student there.” noted Sherwood.

In working to ship the library Sherwood has also been making arrangements to have solar power hooked up and an internet connection established for use with these electronic donations.

Anyone wishing to contribute to this effort can take their book donations to a Rotary Member or can contact Sherwood directly at 780-853-7255 or email him at jake.sherwood@hotmail.com.

Year In Review For Buffalo Coulee Sabres Russ Cameron Submitted Well folks the Buffalo Coulee Sabres have completed another full season of hockey (or what they call hockey) The Coulee has many of the local guys who still think they are hockey players who play home games out of the MannVille Arena, where they support Manville Minor Hockey.

They play teams from all over such; as 2 teams from Irma, 3 teams from Wainwright, 3 teams from Marwayne, 2 teams from Elk Point, 3 teams from Lloydminster, 3 Mannville teams and teams from Ribstone, Paradise Valley, Myrnam,

Dewberry, Lashburn, and of course several teams from around the Vermilion area.

Most teams in the area had more cancellations this year most due to weather as the Coulee as well had a record of 12 cancellations this season. However, it was a good season for the team who in 44 games had 30 wins 13 losses and 1tie.

On April 26th they had their windup and Unserious Awards night at the Vermilion Legion and a fun evening at the Vermilion Bowling Alley. Awards were presented as follows: Most Offensive, Jason Ferby due to is fast take offs. 2nd Most Offensive Trevor Farkash as he is usually offensive. Defensive, Eddie Griffiths for checking a player on a penalty shot. Lowest Scorer, Byron

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Hart due to combining. Worst Passer/ Shooter was Rusty Cameron due to ability.

Best Showerman, Shelly Woywitka Love gloves. Best Shower Partner was Byron Hart Shower grabber. Most Hurt Player Eddie Griffiths who received spare parts.

The Unsung Hero was Brandon Flemke for his hard work as grain buyer.

The other players are Hugh Cleland, Doug Hartwell, Cody Hinton, Dustin Farkash, Troy Cameron, and some parttime players, Jeff Woywitka, Andrew Lavelle, Ryan Symington, Mark Macdonald, Oren Nafziger and a few others whose names escape us at press time. The team had a sort of farewell for their referee, Regan Hryhirchuk who received the team insults, for the calls he made and missed for the past several years. He was presented with a gift certificate. Regan is going on the Vermilion Rotary Student exchange program to Hague Germany for the next

year as he is very responsible young man.

The Coulee thanks the Village of Mannville and Mannville Minor Hockey for being so good to work with again this winter. They also thank the Legion and Striker Lanes Bowling Alley who were great to work with for the windup again this year.

The team thanks the teams who let us win and not so much to teams who beat us we hope we will all see you next winter.

2013-2014 School Year

IN-TOWN BUSSING FEES-REGISTRATION DUE DATE IS JUNE 15, 2013 In Vermilion, in-town bussing is provided for the following schools: • Vermilion Elementary School • J. R. Robson School • St. Jeromes School • Vermilion Outreach School

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INELIGIBLE BUSSING FEES/TRANSPORTATION TO CAREGIVER Ineligible passengers are those students residing less than 2.4 km by roadway or public rite of way from their designated school pursuant to Section 51 of the School Act. All ineligible passengers are required to pay a fee.

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School News

St. Jerome School News Margaret McCormack Submitted

Did you ever think it would be possible to sing with an astronaut at the International Space Station? Well it is and St. Jerome’s students from grade 1-6 along with students from Vermilion Elementary School were able to participate in a historical “Music Monday” event on Monday, May 6. All the students gathered in the St. Jerome’s gym with many parents, and grandparents to witness the live stream of Canadian Astronaut Chris Hadfield from the International Space Station singing this year’s song “Is Somebody Singing”, which he co-wrote with Barenaked Ladies led singer, Ed Robertson. It was an incredible moment when the children sang along with Chris Hadfield.

After the event the students played with each other on the two schools’ playgrounds. Thank you to Mr. Sader and Mr. Whelan for organizing all the technology for this amazing event.

On Thursday, May 9, we attended Mass at St. Olga’s Ukrainian Catholic Church.

Father Bo had a wonderful message reminding us that we come to church to grow in our spiritual journey. We must then go forth to share with others our love for Jesus through our actions and words each day. Father Bo has been visiting the classrooms of St. Jerome’s on Tuesday afternoons sharing his joy and love of God. We will miss him very much as he and his family will be moving to Calgary over the summer.

Mrs. Roth and her grade 3 & 4 students celebrated Mother’s Day with residents at the Valley Lodge on Friday, May 10. The students have been busy practicing a variety of songs to sing to the people living at the lodge. It was a beautiful afternoon for a walk and a great way to spend the afternoon serving others.

On Thursday, May 2 Mrs. Gnyra’s Grade 4 class and Mrs. Roth’s Grade 3/4 class traveled to Lakeland College for Agriculture Awareness Day. Throughout the morning the children were excited to learn about life on the farm. For many children this was their first opportunity to get up close to and to learn about, sheep, dairy cows, pigs, horses, and beef cattle. Holding a bag filled with the fleece of one sheep the children were surprised by the weight. Learning that one ewe can have 6 lambs at once was new information. All of the children admired the three lambs and their mother. Next came dairy cows represented by a beautiful Jersey cow and a young Holstein calf. Showing the children step by step the food stages for a new calf as it grows was very interesting.

Learning that one cow can produce more than 30 liters of milk a day impressed the milk drinkers in the crowd. Having never touched a pig before the children were surprised to find them dry and covered with bristles. All three pigs were happy to entertain the kids were their snorts and seemed to enjoy being petted. Amazed by the size of a full-grown cow and delighted by the gentleness of her new calf, the children learned how protective a mother cow is of her baby. They learned about bottle-feeding, administering medicines and identification tags. Entering the horse booth, the kids learned how to care for a horse by administering medicines, cleaning their teeth and grooming the animal.

Using an unpeeled orange, one of the presenters demonstrated how little of the earth’s surface is farmable soil, The children were mesmerized as more and more of the orange peel disappeared until only one tiny piece (the size of a man’s fingertip) was left. Now they understand how important it is to conserve soil and farm land. Moving on the kids learned what food products are made from which crops, which tiny seeds become vegetables in our gardens and grocery stores and how a farmer manages his farm to conserve and utilize water. Lots of great information was shared at the 4H booth about the various clubs operating in our area, including Light Horse, Beef, Sheep, Crafts, and Sewing.

Learning about life in a 4H club sparked lots of questions and interest in joining clubs. On the way out the kids received chocolate milk, a coloring book, pencil and magnet. Both classes would like to thank the Vermilion Agriculture Society for this great experience. The students talked excited throughout the remainder of the day about what they had seen and heard.

Congratulations to our students who participated in the VIBE Art Contest.

On Tuesday, May 7, at the Art Gala St. Jerome’s students, Max Laurence and Katherine Pulyk place first in their categories and Ally Sancaster won third. Also, Courtney Corbiere’s painting will find a home at the RCMP detachment in Vermilion. Congratulations to all of our students who participated in this event. During the week each class wrote positive messages on green boxes painted by the grade six VIBE advisory group. The boxes were then used to create sculptures on the playground on Thursday, May 9, as part of Mental Awareness Week.

Over the past weeks the students of St. Jerome’s have been treated to a variety of guests who have come to share their passion and knowledge with the students.

At the end of April, Mike Burke from the Edmonton Rush Lacrosse Club came for a day and worked with the students at all

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levels on lacrosse skills. Also David from British Soccer visited the school twice to share soccer skills with our students.

In early May AT CO Theatre shared a wonderfully energetic production about natural gas safety and knowledge to our Kindergarten to grade 6 students. All of these events compliment and enhance the programs offered here at St. Jerome’s.

2013 Graduation will be held a week earlier than usual on Saturday, May 25th.

Mass will be held at Holy Name of Jesus Parish at 3:00 pm, followed by an invite only supper at the Vermilion Regional Centre. The Graduation Ceremonies will also be held at the Region Centre beginning at 7:00 pm.

The Track and Field season is fast approaching. The Jr. High students are practicing the variety of events during

physical education classes. The St. Jerome’s Jr. High Track Meet will be held on Wednesday, May 22 in the afternoon.

Those students, who finish in the top three, will then participate in the Highway “16” Track Meet on Tuesday, May 28.

The Elementary Track and Field Day will be held on Friday, June 21.

Provincial and Diploma exams, final exams, projects and assignments are fast approaching as the school year comes to an end. We are trying to make sure all these important dates are posted on the school website for Jr. and Sr. High. Please check out our website at www.ecacs16. ab.ca.

Up coming events: No School on Friday, May 17 or Monday, May 20, Wednesday, May 22 – Jr. High Track, Friday, May 31 – Sr. High Spirit Trip.

St. Jerome students were entertained by the ATCO Energy Theatre.

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Mannville School Graduation Valedictorian

Valedictorian Chantelle Eschak told her classmates, “We must make our own trail.” and “This is our time to shine.” Photo supplied by Dragon Hare.

Touching Tribute

Classmate Aaron Patterson offered a tribute to his grandparents captivating classmates and the audience.

He thanked his grandmother for, “Her cooking and 19th century chastising” but added he preferred her cooking.

Patterson also performed an original song that he composed just for his classmates on the piano. Photo supplied by Dragon Hare.

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Back Row: Aaron Patterson, Joseph McLaughlin and Calum Grech. Photo supplied by Dragon Hare.

Guest speaker Rachel Miller, a teacher of the graduates told them, “nobody owes you anything, as soon as you realize that, you will be the richest person in the world” , quoting Oprah she expressed, “Be thankful for what you have; you’ll end up having more. If you concentrate on what you don’t have, you will never, ever have enough.” Photo supplied

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School News

Mannville School News Susan Obrigewitch Submitted

Mannville School was proud to send 2 students to the Superintendent’s Public Speaking Contest on April 30, 2013. We had a number of students from grade 4 to 9 that were interested in this competition and we had an internal competition to determine who would represent Mannville School. Judges Mrs. Roland, Mr. Church and Ms. Cusack had a difficult time to determine who would continue on to compete at the Alumni Hall Theatre at the Lakeland College in Vermilion. We would like to thank all the students at Mannville School who participated. Public speaking is a talent that is useful and very beneficial.

Representing the grade 4 – 6 division from Mannville School was Max Amero and representing the grade 7 – 9 division was Mitch Amero. Both Max and Mitchel did very well in Vermilion and should be very proud. The school certainly is! Max spoke on the topic, “What I look for in a good friend!” and Mitchel spoke on “What is a healthy lifestyle?” Although they did not win, the experience is fantastic.

We would like to give a special thank you to all the students who participated, the judges and to our Superintendent, Mr. Allen for holding this this event. We are looking forward to next year’s competition!

The grade 10s attended Try-A-Trade in Lloydminster on May 1st. There were many trades on display, with information booths, simulators, and equipment for students to try. Some of our students went to the esthetics booth and learned about dying hair while others ventured out to explore paving equipment. Some students

went in simulators to run a track hoe and a back hoe. There was also a station to learn to cut rod, cut pipe, and weld your initials onto a piece of metal. Students also were shown how to do CPR at an EMS station. Our students had the opportunity to explore many future occupations.

Mannville School Elementary students are ‘Trekking Around Alberta’ with a May walking challenge! Last week the students collectively walked 1198.5 km! Mrs. Tod is tracking our kilometres on a map of Alberta. This week’s route took us on a mountain tour to Jasper, through the mountains to Banff, onto Calgary and then back to Mannville. Next week’s route will take us to northern Alberta! Way to walk elementary!!!!

The April Showers Activity was enjoyed by elementary students on April 30, Tuesday! In the Raindrop Dodge Maze we had each team take turns with the team leader leading them while they held onto the rope.

But there was a twist! The teachers were in the balcony tossing dodge balls (known as giant raindrops) down onto the students.

The Raindrop Drop had the team leader holding a blue plastic bucket while the teammates were up in the balcony throwing assorted raindrops [balls, beanbags etc.] while the team captains caught them in the bucket. After the activities, students were given a special raindrop token to place on their pride chains. We also did the AR assembly. Some students got special recognition for receiving happy face tokens for 4 months in a row! Congratulations!

Good luck to Joseph McLaughlin who is off to the Provincial Skills Competition in Edmonton on May 15th and 16th, 2013.

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Crime Prevention

Lock It Or Lose It G.M. (Gordon) YETMAN, Cpl, Operations Nco, Vermilion RCMP Detachment Submitted Well, the warm weather has finally arrived and as such, the Vermilion RCMP Detachment would like to take this opportunity to remind vehicle owners and operators of the need to secure their vehicles and valuables. With the warm weather comes an increased number of people walking around town. Unfortunately, some of these people are not walking for the sake of their health and may be out and about for a criminal purpose.

With the arrival of the spring and summer months, police generally see an increase in thefts from motor vehicles.

I would like to take this time to offer the following suggestions to help ensure the security of your vehicles and personal property: •Keep your vehicle locked and windows rolled up at all times when it is parked.

•If parking on the street, ensure that you park in a well lit area. This will discourage would be thieves.

•Remove all valuables from your vehicle when you get out of it.

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While there is no guarantee that any one or all of these suggestions will deter potential thieves, exercising that extra bit of caution will certainly help to keep your vehicle and property safe during the warm spring and summer months.

As always, if you see any suspicious or criminal activity in your neighborhood, please contact the police immediately.

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Crime Prevention

Auxiliary Constables Program Celebrates 50 Years Of Service To Canadians Sgt M R McGinley, Detachment Commander, Vermilion Detachment RCMP Submitted In 1963, the RCMP began its Auxiliary Constable Program to enhance community policing and crime p reve n ti o n i n i ti a ti ve s . Au x i l i a r y C o n s t a b l e s a re s p e cia l l y-tra i n e d vo l u n te e r s w h o c o m p l e m e n t o u r regular police officers. They dedicate countless hours to the communities in which they serve and offer local knowledge and insight particularly to RCMP members who have newly arrived in the community.

As par t of Crime Prevention w e e k , Ve r m i l i o n D e t a c h m e n t i s proud to acknowledge the dedicated and selfless service of its two Auxiliary Constables.

Auxiliary Constable Sean Kingston joined the program in 2004. Sean is a family man and employee of Lakela n d Co ll e g e, wh o has co m mit te d thousands of hours to the security of his co m munit y over th e yea rs.

Sean not only serve as an Auxiliary

Constable but has been President of the Vermilion Soccer Association, co a c h e s s o cce r a n d p l ay s o n th e RCMP ‘Smokies’ commercial hockey team.

Part of the program since 2008, Auxiliar y Constable Evan Carlson resides in Vermilion with his family.

When not working for Viterra, Evan is a dedicated volunteer with and outside the Detachment. As well as the many hours Evan spends on patrol, he finds time to coach minor hockey and sometimes gets a few h o u r s to p l ay w i th th e ‘ S m o k i e s ’ himself.

The spirit of volunteerism is strong in Vermilion and these men have not only committed to assisting with the activities in which their families are involved but have given u p t h e i r f re e ti m e to e n s u re t h e safety and security of their community. Vermilion Detachment is very proud to have Sean and Evan as part of the RCMP family. Thank you Evan and Sean for helping to make our community a better place to live.

Distracted Driving Legislation RCMP Submitted The Vermilion RCMP Detachment would like to remind drivers of the legislation regarding distracted driving and the use of cell phones and other mobile devices while driving. On September 1st, 2011, the Alberta Government passed legislation making it an offence under the Traffic Safety Act to operate a motor vehicle while distracted. The purpose of this legislation was to create a tool for law enforcement to deal with distracted driving. For example, those drivers who decide to put others at risk by watching movies, browsing for and downloading ‘apps’ for their cell phone or mobile device or shaving while trying to navigate through traffic. This legislation was not intended to penalize drivers for doing things like taking a sip of coffee, having a snack, glancing at a map or address, or adjusting the vehicle controls.

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J.R. Robson News Monica To Submitted

ing in the Superintendent’s Annual Speaking Contest! In the junior high division, the topic speech was “What is a healthy lifestyle?”

VIBE’s Mental Health Art Gala was held on the evening of May 3 at the Vermilion Regional Centre. The gala buzzed with excitement and was a big success with over 100 kids in attendance! Different activities took place, from chocolate fondue with fruit, to creating artist trading cards, and face painting to balloon animals. Kids’ art submissions for the art contest were all on display, from kindergarten to grade 12, and complimented one of two topics: mental health and mental illness. Winners included: Hannah Stewart (grade 8) first place, Julie Rein (grade 12) second place, Julia McKimmon (grade 9) third place, and Ryley Schmal (grade 9) fifth place in the Open Category; Taylor Phillips (grade 12) first place, Julie Rein third place, and Stephanie Frederick (grade

12) fourth place in the Age16+ Category; Georgia Gerik (grade 9) second place and Julia McKimmon (grade 9) in third place for Age 13-15 Category.

Grade twelve M a r a u d e r, Tr i s h a Mead, competed in Calgary against the Ashley Wagner (gr. 9) shaking hands with Buffalo Trail province’s top female Public Schools Superintendent, Bob Allen, at the Annual badminton player! Superintendent Speaking Contest.

Last weekend Trisha school (Victoria Day), May 24: junior high represented J.R. at Badminton Provincials and had an unfor- Track & Field Day, May 27: VIBE Girls’ Self gettable experience. In company were her Defense course, May 27: Parent Advisory parents as well as her proud Coach, Mr. Council meeting (7pm), May 28: Northern Track & Field (hosted at J.R.), May 29: J. Campbell.

Dates to Remember: May 6-17: Lake- R. Track & Field Day (rainout day), May 30: land College courses, May 16: progress Northern Track & Field (rainout day), May reports, May 17: no school, May 20: no 31: Show & Shine and Spring Dance.

Mr. Payne has been our custodian for 18 years or so.

He’s kept our school clean every day for years, So off to retirement he goes.

On his bike or down south or fishing trips he’ll be, We hope he’ll visit, but we’ll just have to see!

This long-time custodian throughout the years has been respected for fulfilling often not-so-pleasant cleaning duties, converting the concourse’s lunchroom aftermath back to a sparkly work space, notorious for hollering at kids, and known for swapping verbal banter with fellow staff. We wish you a healthy and happy retirement, Mr. Vern Payne!

Congratulations to Tasha Carrier (graduated in 2013) and Erin Carlson (grade 12): both are recognized for completion in the piloted Health Care Aid Program through Alberta Health Services, Norquest College, and Buffalo Trails. Both girls are now certified health care aides! Thanks to Mrs. Wilhelm for organizing the school’s end of things.

The Youth VIBE Advisory recently spent time with seniors at the Lodge in Vermilion. On the morning of May 9, grade 9s (Tristin Gagne, Ryley Schmal, and Travis Dow), 8s (Colton Wynnychuk and Emerson Livingstone) and 7s (Rebecca Evans, Brock Howard, Jorah Morritt, Drayson Morton and Parker Carlson) went with Mrs. Speck to have some game time with them.

Rebecca Evans and Brock Howard, both in grade 7, as Congratulations to Ashley Wagner who part of the VIBE Youth Advisory, hanging out with seniors won Gold and a $200 scholarship compet- at the Lodge.

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LARGE SELECTION OF TREE & SHRUBS NEW VARIETIES ARRIVING DAILY Community Closet Distributes Over $22,000

The Vermilion Community Closet contributed $22,750 to four organizations May 8th. Utilizing funds raised through sales at the local second hand shop, the Community Closet held their spring meeting on April 20th and determined the local groups to which these funds would be distributed.

Pictured above (L-R) Community Closet Society President, Rose Hardy presented cheques to; Town of Vermilion Summer Student, Nekayla Zayac $250 for fireworks, Vermilion District and Multicultural Society Vice-President, Audrey Chesterman, receiving $2,000 for repairs and maintenance to the Vermilion Museum and Vermilion Vipers Swim Club Representative, Julie Wolters who received $500 to fund the clubs activities. Assisting in the dispersal of funds was (R) Community Closet Society Treasurer, Vi Gibbons.

(Below) Receiving the bulk of the spring donation were the Friends of Vermilion Health Care (L) Community Closet Society President, Rose Hardy and (R) Community Closet Society Treasurer, Vi Gibbons presented a cheque for $20,000 to Friends of Vermilion Health Care representative Shellie Bates.

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May Is The Month We Recognize And Honor Mother Walking Through Grief Submitted

It causes me to think of all the ways we think of Mother and roles she plays in our lives. I think of all the emotions and memories that word evokes. Are all our thoughts and memories positive? If we should answer No, are we then filled with guilt for how we feel or how we think we should feel? Do we sometimes stuff or hide the real emotions when we don’t feel safe in sharing honestly?

Some times it’s not easy to talk about the memories or emotions that surface at the mention of Mother. In reality or experiences were not always positive and causes feelings of anger, rage abandonment, isolation and the emotions of guilt and blame, fear and sadness, physical or emotional neglect and a sense of mourning of dreams unfilled. This loss of the dream of what a mother could be is another loss and is mourned as the “death of a dream”

and does not receive the community’s support or validation. These are feelings and emotions that are not often thought of or shared because of the stereo type positive world view of Mother.. You are affirmed.

Some will remember Mother in a positive way as the nurturer , role model, friend, teacher and support person in all the growing years. For you , as motherless children, whether you are a grown person or a child who has had your mother die to early in your life you grieve for her and remember her and all the positives about her. You honor her and we honor you.

We rememb er the mothers who grieve the death of their child or the absence of their child when missing.

From the eldest mother to the youngest, who feel they have failed in their mother role to protect, keep safe from harm, and nurture .There are feelings of failure, guilt, anger, blame, shame and helplessness. We honor you as mother.

We remember those who experience Mother’s day as a death of a dream of becoming a mother and realizing the fulfillment of motherhood. The sense of emptiness. We recognize your loss of dreams W honor your pain and your right to grieve.

We remember the mother who is filled with love for her child but lacks the skill to care for and support a child and has had to selflessly give the child to someone else to care for. The grief that is felt and the grief of dreams of parenting cause overwhelming pain.

We honor you.

We remember the Grandmother/ mother who has a duel role and is the anchor, safe place, and is a wise security. When this grandmother/mother dies their is a double loss of both roles.

We honour you this loss. What do we do to address the unspoken emotions of anger, guilt, blame , shame and recognize not only the death loss but the loss of dreams? Sometimes that grief is carried for many years drag-

ging a person down and causing mental anguish and physical illness.

Can we, this month, be able to give ourselves permission to accept the emotions and feelings and embrace our grief loss and pain as being normal in our grief journey? Can we find forgiveness for ourselves firstly and work then to the forgiveness of those who have contributed to our dream loss?

Can we find safe places and people to share that pain experience and in so doing begin self acceptance and the road to healing and find gratitude for mother, both the ones who leave positive memories and mothers that were not as we had envisioned them to be.

Seek out suppor t this month of remembering Mother, by finding counsellors, trusted family or friends or support in groups , such as Walking Through Grief Society Support to begin the healing journey. For more information contact Shirley at 780-846-2576 or Lynda 780-853-1818.

Return From Nicaragua Trudy McKenzie Reporter

Susan Hodges Marlowe described it as an amazing trip during her presentation at the Glad Tidings Pentecostal Assembly on May 8th.

On April 7th - 20th Marlowe was in Nicaragua participating in a World Vision’s ‘Destination Life Change’ project, where she taught a camera class, toured area World Vision project sites and met with the Nicaraguan children sponsored by local Vermilion sponsors.

Having raised funds for her trip with the assistance of her church, sponsors and attendees to a fundraising dinner, Marlowe wanted to share with her supporters the hi-lights of her trip and the impact that Nicaragua had on her and the impact she and her supporters had on Nicaragua.

One of the first locations she visited was Tlacotalpan which Marlowe described as a constituency or county.

She and her group were welcomed and taken on tours of Area Development Programs (ADP’s) sponsored by World Vision. There were a number of ADP’s in the area and included; farming and agricultural projects, school projects, baby registration and nutritional programs.

Described by World Vision, ADP’s link communities that work together in regional clusters, to address the root causes of poverty child-focused, they work to create sustainable development programs for between 15,000 to 100,000 people. Divided into smaller community clusters communities World Vision commits to working in the area for 10 to 15 years.

Facilitators within these ADP’s are trained to build relationships, assist the community to identify needs and possible solutions, provide training to local leaders and encourage networking among civil society and government groups. This method was imple-

mented similarly in the other projects, where knowledge was offered, taught and then students became the teachers and carried that knowledge on to the next person.

Marlowe was able to visit ADP’s that had been running for a while and one that was in its beginning stages.

Having received such tremendous support for her trip, Marlowe found she had an excess of funds and used these monies to purchase; Food hampers and a cooking pot for each Sponsorship child. Careful to not give too much as it would put the family at risk of robbery Marlowe supplied each family; a large sewing kit, a large heavy cooking pot for open fire stove, laundry soap, hand soap, corn flour, onions, toilet paper, salt, sugar, rice, beans, cookies, Quaker oats, oil and matches.

She also visited an area baker y project, the only bakery in the area she learned of the long term goal to purchase a commercial mixer and

chose to use excess funds raised for her trip to donate to the project. “Donation of an electric professional grade mixer to the Bakery project was made possible by the many donations give from people from the Vermilion community and others who live outside of Vermilion.

As a farmer’s daughter I felt the Bakery project was the perfect place to make the largest most meaningful impact. Western Canada has long been known for being the bread basket to the world so what better place to make a donation than to a project that provides bread to families. As Glad Tidings Pentecostal Assembly donated a large portion of the funding for this project it was also important to find a project that lined up with them as well. The bakery project is supported interdenominationally by five different churches throughout the area and is located on land owned by the local church. “explained Marlowe, who went on to detail, “The Bakery Project is headed up by Celia who is 66 years old and wanted to learn more about baking. They started off baking cakes for special occasions and donuts and are now baking loaves of bread for not only their local community but for the surrounding communities as it is the only bakery in the district. Grade 11 and 12 students work at the bakery on Saturdays and are paid $5 for the day.

Students are taught all aspects of the business from economics, business plans and how to budget for the business.

Profits from the bakery are put back into purchasing supplies and paying the students for their work at the bakery.

They also have started a project where some of the profits are used to purchase Spanish bibles for local children.

World Vision supplied the money for the building materials for the oven and the churches and community supplied the building materials for the building and the labour for the build. Celia said a goal for the future was to save the money to purchase a industrial grade mixer so they would be able to make more bread to feed more families throughout the district. This was a long term goal that Celia didn’t believe Continued to page 28

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A l b e r t a n s w h o a re p l a n n i n g to spend the weekend camping at one of the province’s provincial parks are encouraged to check out one of our many first-come-first served spots, which are lis te d at Alb er ta Park s. ca. Campers can also check which parks have liquor or fire bans in place across the province.

The Bighorn Dam trail is currently closed to off-highway vehicles, and the Fall Creek/South Ram River area will close to all motorized vehicle traffic on May 15. These are temporary closures to prevent soil erosion and protect sensitive wildlife habitat - read more here.

Do your part to prevent wildfires Whether you plan to visit a provincial park or explore the backcountry, all Alber tans should take precautions to prevent wildfires. Last year, approximately 80 per cent of wildfires were caused by people. Before heading out this long weekend, check for fire bans or download the new Wildfire App. The risk of wildfires increases with dry conditions. Always check to make

su re yo u r c a m pfire is co m p letely extinguished. Soak it, stir the ashes, and soak it again.

Obey traffic laws As par t of getting to their long weekend destination and back safely, drivers need to follow traffic laws.

Albertans have a personal responsibility when behind the wheel to keep highways safe. Drivers who choose to disobey traffic laws and put the lives of other road users at risk will be dealt with through fines, prosecution, or a combination of both.

Use motorized vehicles responsibly O f f-h i g hway ve h i cl e u s e r s c a n reduce the risk of wildfires by removing burnable debris from hot spots on their machines. All off-highway vehicles in Alberta are required to have a functional muffler and spark arresters.

Motorized vehicles should be kept away from stream banks, wetlands a n d wet trails. Sewa g e, ga rb a g e, and abandoned equipment should be disposed of properly rather than left on public land or in Alberta’s water bodies.

Alberta’s beautiful outdoors are there for everyone to enjoy - and we all play an important part in ensuring our lands, forests and water bodies remain healthy and sustainable for today and tomorrow.

Vermilion and Area Businesses Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Bert Duncan Trailer Sales (2007) Inc.

Behind Ferby’s and Integra Tire

780-853-3002

Box 3813 Hwy #16 and RR 83 Vermilion, AB T9X 2B8

CVIP’s Truck and Trailer Parts

4517 - 46 Avenue Vermilion

Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer Repair

Oil Changes Automotive Repair

We handle the full line of DSP Hitches

Phone: 780-763-2424 Fax: 780-763-3723 E-mail: sales@bdtrailer.ca

Check out our New Website!!

www.bdtrailer.ca

Colena

Ph: (780) 875-4044

Clearance Center Cheap!

Cheap!

Horse, Stock, Cargo, Flat Deck Sales, Parts, and Service

BLIND We make over 100 kinds of blinds!

Excellent Quality Huge Selection Fast Service Lowest Prices Free Estimates

4305 - 57 Ave., Lloydminster, AB • Open Year Round • Slippers • Moccasins • Mukluks • Seat Covers • Mattress Covers • Dawg’s Foot Wear • OVER 25 STYLES OF SLIPPERS

www.sheepskinloft.com

216 Main Rd., Derwent, AB 780-741-2376

Supports the Town of Vermilions “Style Your Business” Program.

Cell (780) 853-0363

#5 4010-50th Avenue Lloydminster, Alberta T9V 1B2 www.lloydcfdc.ca 1-888-875-5458 CF email info@lloydcfdc.ca

One Color Version

Roofing/Siding/Eavestroughing

J.S.K.

Promote Your Corporate Card Here

Sales & Service Ltd

Prices as low as $17.30 a week for a 1 Year Contract Call us for 6 month Pricing at 780-853-6305

Farm supplies 780-853-1725 CUstom bale Hauling 780-787-4991

4819-47 ave. Vermilion

Two Color Version

Photocopy services Pantone

CMYK

RGB

Embroidery

K: 56

Embroidery Threads Ackermann Isacord

0702 M: 28 Y K: 6 1335 K: 11 60 percent black

C: 0 M: 0 Y: 0 K: 60

R: 128 G: 130 B: 132

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No substitutes for embroidery threads will be accepted.

5643 On the two color version the green can be substitued with the Red Pantone 180 or the Yellow Pantone 124

McMinis & Company CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

Wainwright, AB

available at: Competitive prices.

Located on south side of Vermilion campus next to the Service Centre.

For more information call 780 853 8410 or email printing@lakelandcollege.ca

Alan McMinis, C.G.A. Patricia Hanson, C.G.A. Robert B Ernst, C.A. 5135 50th Avenue VERMILION, AB T9X 1A8 Phone: (780) 853-2922 FaxL (780) 853-2707 Email: emailus@mcminis.ca

Department: Print/MailServices Paper: Vermilion Voice Size: 2.5” x 1.5” Business Directory Black & white

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School News

Vermilion Elementary School Karen King Submitted For all the avid readers in VES, Mrs. MacMillan sent out an amazing statistic. Our school library has 9731 books, and of those, 5030 books have Accelerated Reader quizzes attached to them. As of the April 24 assembly, VES students have read a total of 11 200 points from those AR books. Keep up the phenomenal reading. At this rate, we will reach our school-wide goal of 12 000 points in no time. Please be sure to put June 26 on your calendar and visit our school that day for our AR Celebration Day. We appreciate all the book buyers out there who supported our Scholastic book fair. It raised $800 worth of books and $2000 in cash to buy books from other sources. So the number of books in the library is sure to rise in the near future.

Yahoo - VIBE funding has been extended in VES until December 2013. At this point, it is uncertain if they will continue funding beyond that point. It has been proposed to do so, but it is once again in the government’s hands.

On May 2, the grade 4 students visited Agriculture Awareness Day at the Lakeland College Riding Arena. The Agriculture Stations which students viewed included: Light Horse, Sheep, Beef, Swine, Crops,

Farm Safety, Soil, and Dairy. The producers talked about the process, value and production relating to the students’ lives and value to the Agricultural Community.

There was also a farm safety presentation that taught them not to go in grain bins or on bales, leave tools lying around, or run in the fields with the machines. They were taught about protecting land by stopping erosion from wind and rain. They learned that dairy cows can give more than four litres of milk each milking, and that one cow gave 35 litres of milk a day. The Agriculture Awareness Day was an awesome experience and should be continued.

Students enjoyed learning firsthand about the animals and crops. It also helped them see where the food they eat comes from, what needs to be done to raise some of the animals, and the importance of caring for our land.

The VES drama club production took place on May 3 and 4. This year saw 24 students participating in a production of the play called “Holka Polka” by D.M. Larson. The play was a mixture of fairy tale characters who were trying to find out who put the sleeping spell on the Prince. We saw appearances from Pinocchio, Humpty, and the Fairy Godmother to name a few.

Friday’s performance was a dinner theatre with a silent auction. A big thank you, to all those who sponsored silent auction items,

and those who came out to watch. Saturday’s performance was a dessert theatre.

All proceeds from this production are going to our Breakfast program at VES. Thanks so much to everyone that came out and made the drama club production a success.

VES joined with St. Jerome’s K-6 staff and students on May 6 for Music Monday.

We went over to St. Jerome’s school for a webcam from the I.S.S. (International Space Station), where Chris Hadfield is currently stationed. Then we sang a song called I.S.S. (Is Somebody Singing) with the rest of Canada at about 10:30am. The staff and students loved being a part of this amazing opportunity. After the song, the children from the two schools got to spend some time with each other playing and enjoying the beautiful weather on the two playgrounds.

The students and staff of VES wore hats

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GENERAL MEETING

ON MAY 29TH 7:30PM

to school on May 8. This was an activity supported by the Alberta Teacher’s Association to raise awareness of the importance of good mental health. It was exciting to see the array of headgear worn that day.

On Friday, May 17, there is no school.

If your child is able, they could go to the Lakeland College pool for swimming from 2-4 in the afternoon. There will be free healthy snacks provided as well. For more info contact Shawn Bell at 780-5812406.

Dates to Remember: May 14 – Grade 3 LA PAT Part A; May 15 – Grade 6 LA PAT Part A; May 15 – AR assembly at 10:45; May 15 – Hot Lunch Forms due; May 17&20 – No School; May 22 – Science in Motion; May 24 – VES Annual Breakfast 7:309:30; May 27 – Parent Council Meeting at 7:30; June 5 – Early Dismissal at 2:00.

RAM Holdings Ltd. Phone: 853-1908

4545-46 Ave. Vermilion AB T9X 1J2

RENTALS

- Rollers 45’ - Discs 14’, 22’ & 30‘ - Heavy Harrows 50’, 62‘ & 73’ St. Paul Driving School Insurance Discount Course: at CLASS, across Vermilion Library May 14, 21 and 28 th in Vermilion from 3:30 to 8:30 pm Classroom sessions: 15 hours.

In car sessions: 10 hours.

Call 780-806-9289 or 1-855-813-7483

GARAGE SALE MULTI FAMILY MAY 16, 3:00 TO 7:00 PM MAY 17, 10:00 AM TO 8:00 PM 4413-53 AVE., VERMILION

Horoscope/Sudoku and Solutions Make personal changes that will improve your life, but be honest about your motives if other people are involved.

Don't believe everything you are told. Empty promises or information that is too good to be true will have strings attached.

Taurus

Discuss your plans with an expert and it will ease your mind. Moving forward is important, but doing so with confidence will make a difference to the way things unfold.

Call in favors and offer incentives that will ensure you get what you want.

Gemini

An emotional situation will surface if you or someone you are dealing with has not disclosed all the information required to make an honest decision. Be prepared to initiate the changes necessary to keep moving forward. Love is highlighted.

Cancer

A secret meeting or dealing with someone from a different background will result in indecisiveness or confusion. Concentrate on your responsibilities and doing what's best for everyone involved. A change of heart is apparent.

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Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Give a little; take a little.

Sharing will bring optimum results. Avoid anyone looking for an argument. Take care of your responsibilities and leave no room for criticism. A short trip or someone you encounter along the way will spark original ideas and solutions.

You will gain experience if you mingle with people who share your interests.

Partnerships and proposals will give you plenty to think about and discuss. There is plenty to gain if you are practical and keep your emotional response under control.

Love, laughter and having fun should be your intent. Sharing the things you enjoy doing most with the people or person you love will ease your stress and help you come to a decision that you must address regarding health, legalities or finances.

Work hard to bring a better understanding to an important relationship. Take a creative or unique approach to the way you handle people when it comes to financial or contractual matters. Honesty must prevail, but incentives must also be offered.

Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius

Pisces

Emotional situations will escalate if you don't make the changes necessary to please yourself as well as your friends and loved ones.

Do your best to make improvements to your surroundings that will ease stress.

Stick to what you know will work. A practical application will get you much further than a gamble or taking a short cut. Ask for favors and discuss agreements.

Knowing where you stand will help you make the right choices.

Ask questions.

Leave the past behind you.

Focus on home, family and your personal future. An old friend or past lover will cause more havoc than help. Take care of your responsibilities before you indulge in entertainment.

Practicality will be required.

Your surroundings can be improved with a couple of adjustments or alterations. Love is highlighted, and spending quality time with someone special will brighten your day and spark ideas and solutions that will make your life better.

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Issue 460

AWNA Blanket and Local Classifieds AUCTIONS

MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, June 1, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns handguns, rifles, shotguns, miscellaneous. Call to consign 780-440-1860.

BUD HAYNES Gun Auction. Sat., June 1, 9 a.m., Red Deer. Reinhold Stolle Collection, Marien Caron’s Mountie collection, over 600 lots & 200 12-6 prohibs. Phone 403-347-5855; www.budhaynesauctions.com.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

SMALL MARKET FRANCHISE = Big Market Potential!

Low cost, full training/support, exclusive territory and respected national brand makes Crackmasters Windshield Repair & Replacement the perfect business for small markets. Call Mike 1-888-3492729.

MAKE FAST CASH - Start your own business. Driveway Sealing Systems, lawn aerating units. Possible payback in 2 weeks. For more information call today toll free 1-800-465-0024. Visit: www.protectasphalt.com.

GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000.+ per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details. Call now. 1-866-668-6629.

Website: www.tcvend.com.

RESTAURANT AND PUB for sale. Whitecourt, Alberta. Great hilltop location. Sales $1.6 million. 110 seat restaurant, 160 seat lounge. $299,500. Call Leo at 780-778-1207.

MAKE MONEY and save lives. We are offering exclusive rights in your area, 100% guaranteed return of investment. Don’t pay until you see your business up and running. Earn up to 100K per year. Voted top vending program in North America. Absolutely no selling involved; www.locationfirstvending.com.

1-855-933-3555.

CAREER TRAINING

MASSAGE CAREER. Train full-time or part-time at our highly regarded, progressive school. Small classes, individual attention, confident graduates!

1-877-646-1018; www.albertainstituteofmassage.com.

HOW DO YOU calculate the value of a house? Determine property taxes? Develop these skills and more with the Appraisal and Assessment major at Lakeland College in Lloydminster, Alberta. Career opportunities include property manager, assessor, realtor, appraiser, lender, or working for a development firm. Recent grads reported an average starting salary of $60,000 a year. Phone 1-800-6616490 ext. 5429 or visit: www.lakelandcollege.ca/ realestate.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION rated #2 for work-athome. Train with the top-rated accredited school in Canada. Financing and student loans available. Contact CanScribe today at 1-800-466-1535; www. canscribe.com.

COMING EVENTS

61ST Annual International Oilmens Golf Tournament, Edmonton, June 18 - 21, 2013, Highlands Golf Club & Belvedere Golf & Country Club. Enter on-

line at www.iogt.ca.

INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CENTRAL PEACE NATURAL Gas Co-op Ltd. requires www.awna.com/resumes_add.php. full-time Gas Utility Operator. Experience, safety FEED AND SEED tickets an asset. Clean valid driver’s licence required.

Forward resume: cpngc@telusplanet.net. Fax 780- HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Spring864-2044. Mail: Box 119, Spirit River, T0H 3G0. thrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas $100 - $400 CASH DAILY for landscaping work! for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Must be competitive & energetic. Honesty is a must! Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-2505252.

Please visit us at: www.PropertyStarsJobs.com.

AN ALBERTA OILFIELD construction company is hirFOR SALE ing dozer, excavator, and labourer/rock truck operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing re- SAWMILLS from only $3997. Make money & save quired. Call Contour Construction 780-723-5051. money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD; Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-566GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper 6899 ext. 400OT. NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228. METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Best prices! 36” Hi-TenLEVEL 2 WATER and Waste Water Operator required sile TUFF-Rib 29ga. Galvalume $.67 sq. ft. Colours $.82 sq. ft. 40 Year Warranty. ALTA-WIDE Builders for Elinor Lake Resort. Call 780-623-3993.

PYRAMID CORPORATION is now hiring! Instrument Supplies 1-888-263-8254.

Technicians and Electricians for various sites across STEEL BUILDING - Blowout Clearance Sale! 20x22 Alberta. Send resume to: hr@pyramidcorporation. $4,188. 25x26 $4,799. 30x34 $6, 860. 32x44 $8,795. 40x50 $12,760. 47x74 $17,888. One end com or fax 780-955-HIRE. included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; REQUIRED IMMEDIATELY - Labourer for water well wall drilling firm, located S.E. of St. Paul, Alberta. Vari- www.pioneersteel.ca. able shifts. Must have Class 3 drivers licence, drivers COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box abstract required. Fax resume to 780-645-2880 or of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement 780-645-1114.

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS. Licensed, 4th year & guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca.

3rd year Technicians required. Signing/moving al- GORGEOUS SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $45, machine lowance, full company benefits, very aggressive bo- planted, fertilized, mulched. Minimum order 20. nus/pay plan. Ford experience preferred, but not Delivery charge: $75 - $100. Quality guaranteed. required. Denham Ford, Wetaskiwin, Alberta. Email Crystal Springs 403-820-0961. resume: Attention: Dean Brackenbury; dbracken- LOOKING FOR a shop? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and bury@denhamford.com.

MILLWRIGHT AND ELECTRICIAN required at Edson great construction practices. For a free quote, conForest Products a division of West Fraser in Edson, tact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan.

Alberta. $37.67/hour with full benefits. Trade cer- afab@gmail.com. tification required. Fax 780-723-3783 or email: WHITE SPRUCE TREES for sale. 4 - 6 foot $35 each.

6 - 8 foot $45 each. Delivered and planted. Delivery esuter@sundanceforestindustries.ca.

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. No extra. 403-305-8201.

Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.

BLUE GRASS SOD FARMS requires full-time Heavy 2206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

Duty Journeyman Mechanic with experience manLIVESTOCK FOR SALE aging people, parts and equipment. Competitive wage with benefits; debbie.lefeuvre@bg-rd.com or SIMMERON SIMMENTALS, Fullblood Full Fleckvieh fax 403-342-7488.

Bulls, yearlings and 2 year olds, polled and horned, NOW LOCATED in Drayton Valley. BREKKAAS Vac- A.I. blood lines, very quiet, muscled. 780-913uum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super 7963.

Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: MANUFACTURED HOMES dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax WHOLESALE PRICES - Dare to compare! Last three 780-621-3959.

2011, SRI 20’ X 76’. Must go this month! You will NEWCART CONTRACTING LTD. is hiring for the up- never buy this quality for less! Call/email for details! coming turnaround season. Journeyman/Appren- www.dynamicmodular.ca. 1-877-341-4422. tice; Pipefitters; Welders; Boilermakers; Riggers. UNITED HOMES CANADA offers widest range of Also: Quality Control; Towers; Skilled Mechanical quality home styles from Triple M Housing! RTM, Labourer; Welder Helpers. Email: resumes@new- modular starting at $108,000. 1-800-461-7632; cartcontracting.com. Fax 1-403-729-2396. Email www.unitedhomescanada.com. 148 East Lake Blvd., all safety and trade tickets.

Airdrie.

NEW & PREOWNED Modular homes for immediate delivery! Take advantage of our Moduline Showhome sell off and receive a $1500 gift card. Offer ends May 31! www.craigshomesales.com or call 1-855-380-2266.

PERSONALS

TRUE PSYCHICS! For Answers call now 24/7 Toll Free 1-877-342-3036; Mobile: # 4486; http:// www.truepsychics.ca.

DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1-877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984.

Live adult 1on1 Call 1-866-311-9640 or #5015.

Meet local single ladies. 1-877-804-5381. (18+).

THE CROSS is the way to reduce crime. Christian Family Centre. Toll free 1-866-381-2231. Local 780-682-2577; christianfamilycentre@hotmail. com.

REAL ESTATE

ELINOR LAKE RESORT. 2.5 hours NE Edmonton.

Spring Sale, fully serviced lake lots reduced by 15% May 17-31, 2013. Suitable for cabin/house, RV or investment. 1-877-623-3990; elinorlakeresort. com.

RECREATIONAL VEHICLES

FOR SALE BY OWNER. 2004 Sandpiper 32’ 5th wheel. 2 slides, oak interior, skylight, central air, mint condition. Asking $16,000 o.b.o. 780-4616166, Edmonton.

SERVICES

DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.

CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce?

Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300/1800-347-2540; www.accesslegalresearch.com.

ARE YOU APPLYING for or have you been denied Canada Pension Plan disability benefits? Do not proceed alone. Call Allison Schmidt 1-877-793-3222; www.dcac.ca.

DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 50% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500. BBB rated A+.

MONEYPROVIDER.COM. $500 loan and +. No credit refused. Fast, easy, 100% secure. 1-877-7761660.

BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587437-8437, Belmor Mortgage.

TRAVEL

ONE DAY Polar Bear Tours - Calgary and Edmonton departures this fall. Jet to Churchill and experience 6 hours on a polar bear safari. 1-866-460-1415; www.classiccanadiantours.com.

Voice Classified and Careers BLACK ANGUS BULLS For sale Correct and growthy. Good selection of two year olds and yearlings. Waveny Angus Farm, Mike Chase Vermilion, Alberta 780-853-2275 or 780-853-3384.

CHAROLAIS BULLS RICHARD SMITH 780-846-2643 Kitscoty

Yearlings & 2 Year Olds, Reds & Whites, Poll and Horned, Semen Tested, Vaccinated for Foot Rot, Off Farm Sales only.

COMING EVENTS

RIVERTON COMMUNITY TRAIL RIDE Against Cancer.

Sunday May 26, 2013. Location: 10 miles North of Marwayne, Alberta at Lea Park. Registration: 11:00 till 1:00, Ride starts at 1:00. Fee: $25.00 per person. Fee Includes: Hot dog lunch on the trail, Supper and Prizes. Main Prize: 4 Event passes to The Dewberry Chuckwagon Races and 4 Event passes to The Lea Park Rodeo and 2 single day passes to the Lloy-

INVITATION TO

TENDER

CROWN GRAZING LEASE RIGHTS FOR SALE Approximately 5.5 miles northeast of Clandonald

Land description. NE-29-53-5-W4 SE-32-53-5-W4 NE-32-53-5-W4

Lease land borders Raft Lake, Approximately 270.22 acres of grazing land.

Tender information packages can be picked up at: Duncan Crerar Law Office 4936-50th. Avenue Vermilion Alberta Tender closes May 31 2013 @ 2:00pm

dminster Chuckwagon finals in August. All Proceeds donated to the Cross Cancer Institute. For more info call Allan or Chris @ 780-847-2670.

SERVICES

Elkow Enterprises Inc. Busy Trucking Company requires

EMPLOYMENT

SEEKING PART-TIME Driver, for long distance and in town driving. Call Bill at 780-853-7384.

PENNY’S HOUSE CLEANING. If you are looking for a responsible person to clean your home look no fur- You will like our prices! Take the time to give us a call! ther. I do all house cleaning, as well as spring clean- Lloydminster 780-875-6636, Toll Free # 1-888ing and light yard work. $25.00 per hour. you can call 780-677-2000 or email timeforchange.mil- 858-1011. len@gmail.com. I am bondable.

Wanted: Mature individuals for Seasonal work at Vermilion Provincial Park. Duties will Include : Painting, Janitorial, Maintenance, Booth Work and Misc. other Duties, Must be available Weekends .

Qualifications: Ability to work independently , Enthusiastic , Motivated , Valid Driver’s License, Positive Respectful Attitude, Previous experience preferred but will train right individuals.

Starting wage $15/hr. Please remit resume by email to vermilionppark@telus.net or drop off at park office.

FULL TIME

CLASS 1 DRIVERS & LEASE OPERATORS To move Grain/Fertilizer/Frac Sand and other Bulk Commodities within the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba and BC Minimum 5 years Experience pulling Super B Trailers Mechanical Experience an asset Competitive Wages

Forward Resumes with references and current abstract.

FOR SALE Apply in person or fax information.

FRANKLIN WOLTERS, BOOK in Paper back Now Attention Michelle or Dennis Out “Memories of life on Grizzly Bear Coulee.” Call Franklin for sale locations or book signing events 6334 50 A Hwy 16A West 780-853-7520.

Vegreville, AB Double Double Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons OFFICE DIVIDERS FOR Sale Call 780-853-7720 for more information.

Email: elkowent@telus.net 4306 52 st Vermilion, AB T9x 0A8 FOR SALE SEED Greendale Farms has Seed Oats Fax: 780-632-6524 or 97% Germination 45+lbs. 55 lb bags for horses.

Call Service Supervisor Food Phone 780-632-6509 James McLaughlin at 780-763-2448.

Full time/Shift Work + benefits CASTLE GARDEN GREENHOUSE & ANTIQUES$12.96/hr Now Open!! Hanging Baskets, Vegetables, flowers and apply in person so much more! We will be at the Vermilion Farmer’s Market starting May 14 th. We are located SOUTH fax:& 780-854-9093 of Kitscoty on Hwy 897 to TWP Rd 494. 1 Mile west ½ mile South. Watch for Signs! Open Monday – email: kwtimhortons@gmail.com Sunday 10 am to 8 pm. Phone: Vivan Cook at 780GREEN HOUSE

846-2694.

LIMOUSIN BULLS We have a good selection of 2 year olds (Black) Yearlings (Red or Black) Light birth wieghts, Easy calving and Semen tested

There's nothing more valuable than

Double Double Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Horton’s

Providing News from Vermilion and Area since 2004.

Apply in Person kwtimHortons@gmail.com or Fax 780-854-9093

knowledge

ALTABARR FARMS Vermilion 780-853-2766 Home 780-853-0464 Cell

4306 52 Street, Vermilion REQUIRES

Food Counter Attendant

Full Time/Part-Time Shiftwork $11/hour benefits after probation

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4-H Premiers Award Recipient Announced ACN News Release

Michelle Hoover from Delia is the recipient of the 2013 4-H Alberta Premier’s Award - the most prestigious honour awarded to a 4-H member in Alberta.

“4-H members continue to shape our agriculture industry through dedication to their communities and rural Alberta,” said Premier Alison Redford. “I want to congratulate Ms. Hoover, as well as the ambassadors and travel award recipients, for their achievements.”

Hoover, 17, a Grade 11 student at Delia School, was chosen from among the province’s top 4-H members to receive the Premier’s Award during the 56th annual 4-H Selections Event at Olds College May 3 - 6.

“Agriculture is an important part of our provincial identity and heritage, and 4-H youth ensure that legacy continues,” said Verlyn Olson, Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development. “Through their hands-on experience and innovative approach to agricultural practices, the generations involved in 4-H will lead Alberta’s rural development.”

As an eight-year member of the Delia 4-H Beef Club, Hoover has been involved in all facets of the 4-H program - holding executive positions in her club and district, being an energetic participant in her beef project and excelling in her public speaking endeavors. In addition to her 4-H activities, Hoover is an avid volunteer in her community. She also participates in various school activ-

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“I am extremely excited to be given this opportunity to promote 4-H as the Premier’s Award recipient,” said Hoover.

“I look forward to talking to youth and adults about the benefits of 4-H and what the program means to me.”

In addition to the Premier’s Award, 45 senior members were selected to represent 4-H at major educational programs and on various travel opportunities throughout Canada and the United States. An additional 14 4-H Alberta Ambassadors were chosen to

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Our contribution was the purchase of the industrial grade mixer for the bakery which cost about $900 USD or about $22,000 Cordoba’s. This purchase included; 1 complete industrial grade mixer with all attachments, the platform and table for the mixer, 1 year guarantee, 2hp motor which runs on 110 power outlet (power supplied by church), transportation of delivery of mixer and installation of mixer.

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“The benefits of this donation are really beyond what we probably will ever understand. With this purchase we have joined with World Vision in the fight against malnutrition in children and their families. This mixer will bring bread to the table of families for many years to come and that is something we can be proud of. To all those who donated so generously know that through your donation you are now and will continue to make a difference for families in Nicaragua.”

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member, Mary from Nova Scotia also wanted to contribute to Marlowe’s Bakery donation, creating extra funds which were used to donate to a a church’s Youth Group who were raising money so that they would be able participate in a summer youth camp.

Marlowe also noted, “Anyone interested in becoming a sponsor for a child in the area that I visited are welcome to contact me and I will provide them with a World Vision Child Sponsorship Package. Regardless of who they sponsor, one of the things that really touched

me was how many of the children who do have sponsors very rarely hear from their sponsor. When they do have communication with a sponsor it is like a dream come true and everyone in the area is interested in the letter as it is so very rare that anyone receives a letter in these communities. So I would stress that regardless of who you sponsor with please, please, please, remember to write a letter - you may never see the smile but I can assure you the smile is from ear to ear and the children and family will treasure it.”

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VIBE Gala Celebrates Young Artists Trudy McKenzie Reporter

Vermilion is Being Empowered ( VIBE) celebrated mental health week with an Ar t Gala May 7th.

The Gala featured all of the ar twork that had been created by students from Vermilion and Clandonald, who had entered the VIBE art contest.

T h e e ve n i n g w a s the first oppor tun i t y fo r t h e p u b l i c to view the winners of the contest which i n cl u d e d; 5-9 ye a r old winners Ethan Wa rd fo r 1s t p l a ce Monica To assisted budding artists at the Artist Trading and Ella Armfelt for Card table.

2nd. 10-12 year old winners; Maximillian Laurence winning 1st and Sydney Joa achieving 2nd. 13 -15 w i n n e r s we re; Kathr yn Pulyk 1st and Georgia Gerik 2n d . T h e 16 p l u s category was won by Taylor Phillips with second place being achieved by Melissa John. In the open category Hannah Stewar t took first prize.

Attendance for the Ethan Ward who received a first place finish in the 5 – 9 category had a big week, as he turned 8 years old and first VIB E Gala was won $50 for his first place entry in the VIBE Art Contest. t r e m e n d o u s ; “ W e were over 60 in the f i r s t 1 5 m i n u t e s .” noted a thrilled Pat Calyniuk, VIBE Coordinator. By the evenings end over 100 visitors had stopped in during the hour and a half gala.

Aside from viewing the art entries the gala offered visitors an opportunity to express themselves artistically with tables set up for Ar tist trading cards, Buddha boards, balloon a n i m a l s , fa c e p a i n t i n g a n d e ve n button making.

Comments for the gala were very positive with visitors spanning all age

ranges and various organizations including; RCMP, Walking Through Grief and Town of Ve r m i l i o n s to p ping in to the event.

The evening was funded by V I B E , FC S S a n d th e Tow n of Ve r m i l i o n . V I B E was also pleased to announce that VIBE Coaches Kerri Lorenson and Jodi Simmonds greet they have received guests to the first VIBE Mental Health Art Gala. an extension to their funding, “We currently have funding a p p rove d to th e end of December and they are working on funding us to the end of June. Which we c a n t h a n k i n large par t to the strong community suppor t we have received.” noted Calyniuk.

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Spectacular Sewing Trudy McKenzie Reporter

The Vermilion Quilters Guild held their 16th Annual quilting show on May 5th at the Vermilion Regional Centre. Over 200 quilts were put on display for the nearly 400 visitors to the show.

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