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New Champions! Ousting the returning Champions of the Canada Day Celebration Bucket Brigade, was team Rona. The team comprised of (L-R) Conner McCormack, Corey Rowe, Adam Webb, Caitlin Brooks and Stehsha Zayac, beat out Team GMC then the Town of Vermilion before facing last year’s champs Team Atco in the final round. In a wet and wild finish though it was Team Rona that had the hardware and the most water in their bucket becoming Vermilion’s new Bucket Brigade Champs. See more candid Canada Day Celebration pictures on Page 2. Photo Trudy McKenzie.

In This Week’s Issue: 467 New Medical Clinic Page 3

Helping Flood Victims Page 10

Graduation Pages 14-19

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Vermilion Gets New Medical Option Trudy McKenzie Reporter As the doors of ‘My Medical Clinic’ officially opened on June 26th, Vermilion patients acquired another medical option to turn to for treatment. Dr. Awatef Maluud a general practitioner who has been treating patients in Vermilion since November of 2011 originated from Libya in North Africa and began treating patients at the Midtown Medical Clinic. Upon her arrival Dr. Maluud felt strongly that Vermilion was where she would like to set down roots with her husband and four children. “I love the patients and the small town.” noted Dr. Maluud on Grand Opening day. On hand to assist in the ribbon cutting ceremony and celebrate the expansion of medical services, was Town of Vermilion Mayor Bruce Marriott, “On behalf of the town the Town of Vermilion wishes Dr. Maluud every success, I’m sure she will do quite well. She is very patient oriented to the concerns of all her patients and I have heard that from many people that use her personally and have received really good feedback.” Marriott felt it was great to see a doctor elect to commit so wholeheartedly to a community, “For the town here

is a doctor that didn’t leave the community, a doctor that wanted to try a different area and have her own office and I actually think it’s really great. To me that is a commitment, an individual doctor that takes on a place like that and renovates, that tells me that’s long term and I think that’s great for the community and I’m really glad that she’s done that.” Dr. Maluud began plans to open her private clinic in May and by June she had worked through the necessary paperwork, acquired staff, renovated and opened the doors to the new medical facility. While the hard work to see this dream become a reality was on the shoulders of the new Vermilion doctor, much of the renovations required to transform the office space into a doctor’s office was completed through the assistance of several Mannville Hutterite Colony members who were interested in seeing the private clinic become a reality. “I named the clinic ‘My Medical Clinic’ Town Offers Congratulations to New Medical Clinic so every patient who comes will feel this June 26th, (L) Town of Vermilion Mayor, Bruce Marriott presents Dr. Awatef is their clinic, so it will give them a sense Maluud with a congratulatory certificate following the ribbon cutting ceremony at her new medical office. Photo Trudy McKenzie. of ownership here.” expressed Maluud. Located at 5135B 50 Ave, the clinic will open one Saturday a month as well. patients. Appointments can be arranged has two examination rooms and offers Dr. Maluud is able to offer her patients by contacting Dr. Maluud’s office at appointment and walk-in services from care at the hospital and is accepting new 780-853-6655. 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday – Friday and

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Habitat Pay Day Trudy McKenzie Reporter

Ford and Habitat for Humanity representatives gathered on June 24th at the location for the next Habitat Build. According to Irene Long, Habitat for

Humanity Volunteer Committee Coordinator, the monies raised from the Ford Drive 4Ur Community fundraiser put together with funds already collected, may just cover the expense of the lot. Located behind Rona the second Habitat for Humanity build comes complete with a standing shed available to provide

Community Support Increases Habitat Funds

Webb’s Ford managing staff presented Habitat for Humanity a cheque from Ford Motor Company from the Ford Drive 4Ur Community fundraiser held during the Chamber of Commerce ‘Home, Garden and Golf show’. The event rai sed $ 5,8 8 0 toward the second build for Vermilion’s Habitat for Humanity. (L-R) Milt Anderson, Service Manager; Darcy Fadden, Sales Manager; Irene Long, Habitat for Humanity Volunteer Coordinator; Mike Webb, General Manager and Jake Jacobson, Dealer Principal. Photo Trudy McKenzie.

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storage during the building process and a large mature tree. The Ford fundraiser was held during the Chamber of Commerce ‘Home, Garden and Golf show’ and thanks to the efforts of numerous volunteers saw enough Ford vehicles test driven to raise $5,880 for Habitat for Humanity, just $120 less than the maximum achievable amount of $6,000. Webb’s Ford General Manager, Mike Webb expressed, “This was a great opportunity to raise money for Habitat for Humanity and Ford’s Drive one for your Community provides a great format for local dealerships to give back. I can’t say enough about the volunteers from Habitat for Humanity, our staff and the community who donated their time to make this event a success.” Accessing creative fundraising opportunities will be very important for the Habitat for Humanity group as they move forward on this second home construction as recent provincial cuts have seen funding of $90,000, (provided for their first build) dropped to $30,000 for this second construction creating a $60,000 deficit to be made up by this year’s committee and volunteers. This year’s Habitat for Humanity build committee is made up by; Committee Members Linda Jacejko, Chair of Vermilion Build; Tom and Gwen Kibblewhite, Honorary Chairs; Bryce AshlinMayo, Past Chair; Brenda Ritz, Public Relations; Holly Day-Ferguson, Partner Family Coordinator; Ron Roth, Real Estate Acquisition; Eleanor Sanderson, Treasurer; Linda Van Den Dolder, Fundraising; Kathleen Leckie, Partner Family Assistant; Irene Long, Volunteer Coordinator; Vivian Pengelly, CAO of Habitat Board Lloydminster. Donations may be dropped off at the Stewart Realty Building with Eleanor Sanderson or to any Habitat committee member as well as the Town of Vermilion Office. Volunteers can register by contacting Irene Long at 780-8532880.

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Editorial

Ties To Home Editor

This past weekend the last of our area’s 2013 Graduates crossed the stage to pick up that all important lambskin. A major life event for them, a day like no other, as graduation day is one of life’s markers; like a wedding day or the day when one’s first child arrives it is a day that remains pivotal in the memory banks and acts as a marker in the timeline of ones life. Many cultures have ceremonies and traditions that are followed when a child becomes an adult and I truly feel that the ceremony of graduation is ours. It falls on the year when our children become the age of majority and shortly after graduation is when many of our “children” set out and begin the process of self determination and start stretching their independent wings. After attending an area graduation several years ago and seeing the full graduation gowns for the girls, the formal wear of the gents, hearing the speeches and seeing the multitude of awards and scholarships, I recall someone who had attended with me remarking “Wow graduation is a big deal out here!” To which I conceded

that it was. It still is. Like any tradition there is cause and reason behind the repetition of behaviours and the reason they continue on. Our graduation celebration serves so many purposes and satisfies so many needs, it would be difficult to see it reduced or diminished in any way. The efforts our youngsters will put forth to ensure graduating with their class, achieving grades required for scholastic rewards and the affirmation and recognition offered by the graduation ceremony, all serve to honour the efforts not only of the student, but of the support system that saw this child through 12 years of studies, growth, education and maturing. The ceremony is the cherry on a very labour intensive sundae, a sundae that would certainly be much poorer were it missing that final decoration, a decoration that screams we are done, it is complete. The students walking across the stage in all their finery have been l ove d, sp o nso re d, su p p o r te d a n d cared for. They have been taught, led, trained and sometimes pushed to achieve. They stand before family and friends ready to embark on life’s next adventure and often in a small community that involves not only

leaving home, but having to be separated from friends, family and community as well. With this in mind a formal ceremony with all its pomp and indulgences seems absolutely appropriate. Much like a wedding ceremony when each family gives their child away and accepts another’s child into their family, the graduation ceremony is the community offering up their children to the world and wedding them to their future. Congratulations to the graduates in Vermilion and all the surrounding communities. I hope your ceremony was filled with fond remembrances and that it has lifted you in such a way as to offer you food for your soul to sustain you for your travels ahead. Take the praise and nurturing from that event to support you and remind you that no matter the distance of separation, you come from a community that values and appreciates you and no matter the tough times that you may come upon, you come from a place where you are important and appreciated and that home is but a phone call away.

OOOps In our June 24th edition page 31, the first woman to cross the finish line at Vermilion’s first Triathlon was incorrectly identified as Diane Urwin. In fact it was Elaine Urwin who crossed the line first and who’s picture appears on the right side of the page.

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Recently, papers in Vegreville-Wainwright published a partisan letter from Liberal Member of Parliament Joyce Murray of British Columbia. The letter made a series of claims with no basis in fact. Worse, it deliberately failed to mention the Liberals’ actual record of voting against small business tax cuts. While understandable that a Liberal MP would try to hide their party’s shameful voting record, I believe the readers of the Booster deserve the facts. I am proud to be a member of a Conservative Government that believes in leaving more money in the pockets of small business owners – and we have the record to prove it. In fact, our Government has lowered the federal tax bill for a typical small business by over 30% since we were elected, leaving an additional $28,600 in the pockets of small business owners – money they can use to grow their business and create more jobs right here in Vegreville-Wainwright. This has included tax cuts like a hiring credit for small businesses when they bring on a new employee (‘the Hiring Credit for Small Business’), indexing and increasing the Lifetime Capital

Gains Exemption to $800,000 to better accommodate small business owners, and lowering the small business tax rate to 11%. Guess who voted against every single one of these and other small business tax cuts? Yes, Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party – including Member of Parliament Joyce Murray. While they twist the facts to try to fool Canadians, it’s clear by their actual record in Parliament that the Liberal Party really doesn’t care about small business – except when trying to squeeze more money out of them with higher taxes. Their record of 13 years in government is the best of this. Leon Benoit, MP

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Around The Campfire Neil B. Stratton Columnist

Well I am almost finished my ark, animals are coming, well mostly the wife’s skunks, cats, and a great assor tment of puddle ducks in our pond, but it’s a start. B ut I am not goin g to co mplain considering the many others in Alber ta that can’t afford to be humorous about the rain and flooding, best wishes out to all effected by the recent flooding. I d e ci d e d to d o nate to th e Re d Cross in their efforts to help the flood victims in Alberta, It’s easy and every little bit helps, there are numerous ways to donate funds. For any questions in general or question on how to donate Phone Toll free 1-800418-1111, or on web at http://www. redcross.ca/donate/donate-online/ donate-to-the-alberta-floods I did mine on the cell phone in seconds. Major banks across Alb er ta are also taking donations on behalf of the flood victims, I am impressed with Alberta’s oil industry such as Husky oil who have made a huge donation that will help many in that effort. Well at l eas t h ere we a re m o re for tunate, the rain has turned my garden into a super garden and it is growing like a weed…wait a minute… that is weed, ha ha, well not all of it. Stuff is sure growing but I need

New office location for Nurse Practitioner On July 15, 2013 Nurse Practitioner Kim Thompson will be moving to a new location at the Vermilion Health Centre. Kim’s new office will be located inside the main entrance to Long-Term Care, near the physician clinic. Hours of operation will remain the same and signs will be posted at the facility to help redirect patients. To book an appointment, phone 780-853-3206, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

sunshine to weed. Another good point to note is on wet years animal antlers grow bigger, I know that sounds like a joke and I am putting you on but it’s a fact, I actually saw the proof of it this past weekend. My hunting buddy Blaine and I went out to set up our tree stands since there are only 65 sleeps until the opening of bow season, and those will go quick, we put on the rain gear and headed out. The treed areas where we bow hunt looked like a jungle and as lush as I have ever seen, plenty of feed for all the critters. In our travels we saw a mule buck, h e h a d u s s to p p e d j aw s d ro p p e d watc h i n g h i m i n awe. H is a ntl e r s already outside his ears with at least four points on each side…his right side had a bunch of what we call “junk” on it, we like the “junk” which are abnormal growing points, there was a visible drop tine as well. A drop tine is an antler point that grows downward instead of upward or forward as typical antlers do, and this is early for antler growth, so this buck is going to be a sight to see in the fall. We saw many other deer, deep in the lush wilderness, they really don’t need to come out as they have water, endless feed and outstanding cover, hence why many are not seen this month. The doe’s are having their little ones, so they are staying deep under cover also, we didn’t see any newborn fawns but usually, unless you are

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walking and almost step on one they are hard to find. Not that we would purposely look for them or disturb th e m, b u t th e re have b e e n tim es when on adventures and walking in the wilderness, you will come across them. They are taught to lay still, they h a ve n o s c e n t a f te r t h e m o m m a cleans them up after birth, and the spots on the fawns of deer are effective camouflage and are very hard to see. It’s tempting to pet them as they lay still by your feet as they are so cute, but it’s wise to simply back off and leave them as undisturbed as possible and be thankful it wasn’t a new born moose calf. Even though some think they are so ugly and all legs, they are really cuter than a bugs ear, but one should absolutely back off from a calf moose if foun d layin g in the wildern ess. Many think Grizzly bears, black bears, cougar and other large predators are the meanest and most dangerous animals in Alberta’s wilderness, try getting between a cow moose and her calf. I had a friend in the Red deer area that was bow hunting one fall, and the cow moose is nowhere as protective in the fall compared to spring, but caution is still warranted. H e was moving thru some thick treed wilderness as slow as a snail, he had stopped and was looking down the hill when he heard breathing to his side, he glanced over and saw a calf moose laying there. Before he could react and move off the wilderness broke

out into a battle zone as the momma moose crashed towards him knocking over dead trees and bawling loudly like a bear growl. He ran down hill with the cow moose on his heels, even after he was quite a dis tance away d o d ging her from tree to tree she kept on him with a vengeance, and she wasn’t letting the attack up in the least. He said it went on for what seemed to be forever, he played “circle the tree between us” he shouted at her until she wore him out and he tripped, she then proceeded to stomp the living crap out of him. She didn’t leave him be until he lay still and was silent, the result of her big sharp hooves and big powerful body left him with broken ribs, a broken collar bone and countless cuts and bruises. He was lucky though as others have not survived a moose attack, generally it’s my rule to back off any young critter if at all possible if found laying undisturbed. It was a great weekend and was good to get out there even in rain gear, I cut it shor ter than I would like as I am still preparing for my big adventure to the west coast pacific.

When the Smoke Clears It is scary to think of the dangerous situations we put ourselves in once out of the protection of our Mothers.

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t a ’s w a te r w ay s f ro m n o n - n a t i ve species. The initiative also includes a new monitoring program for adult and juvenile mussels as part of Environment and Sustainable Resource Development’s ongoing surface water quality monitoring program. Zebra and quagga mussels can spread quickly and live out of water for up to 30 days. Once introduced to a w a te r b o d y, t h e y a r e v i r t u ally impossible to eradicate and can cause millions of dollars in damage to water-operated infrastructure and harm aquatic ecosystems. Invasive plant species such as Eurasian watermilfoil can crowd out native plants, damaging ecosystems and hindering recreational activities. Albertans play an important role in protecting the province’s waterways from aquatic invasive species. Report suspicious material on boats or equipment using the toll-free hotline 1- 8 5 5 -3 3 6 -2 6 2 8 Tree & Stump ( B OAT ). I f yo u a re using your boat removal. in more than one Pruning waterbody, be sure 60’ Reach to clean, drain and d r y yo u r b o a t a n d equipment before moving to another. This is especially important if you Chipper boat outside of the province. Insured

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The Ubiquitous Cream Can Franklin Wolters Columnist

I remember the milk cows, the chore of caring for them, milkin g th em, a n d of course separating the cream from the milk and on and on. Summer time required getting the cows in at night for the evening milking as close to the same time as you could EVERY night. That was the law that governed all other happenings or work that was occurring. In the earlier years of my childhood there wasn’t much doubt about the importance of the cream cheque. It was the steady cash flow that kept the wolf from many a farmer’s door. Seemed like almost every little town had its own creamery and I can remember the long line of cream cans stacked along a landing and having to hunt for our cans to take them home! I know everyone tried to mark different colours of paint to help in the search. To find a cream can now is to look long and hard, they’re museum pieces now. The cream cans were used to bring coffee to the school dances and meeti n g s re m e m b e r? T h e c re a m c a n s b rought water where needed an d all other chores like that. Once they got a rust spot they got relegated to all kinds of chores, but their main use was to store and haul the cream to the creamery and keep the cream fresh and get the “Special” grade, rather than the “X”. The cows had to be watched for instance that they didn’t find a patch of nice green “Skink

Weed”. My, the cream would be tainted for days after. Dad rigged up a chain deal, he could lower the eight gallon cream can down our house well about 10ft. to keep it cool in the summer months, until the cream truck came from Edgerton where there was another creamery. In winter the can was kept in a cool part of the basement and was wrapped in a blanket to make the trip to the store where either Ethridge Webber or later Art Lysons would haul it to Vermilion. It seemed that the whole industry of cream for all its uses would be a sure thing, Isn’t it funny how things can change. Seems we ended up with a butter surplus and the powers that be imposed a quota on production and suddenly hardly anyone was interested in milking cows and doing the drudgery of being tied 24-7 to a job requiring so much time for not much return. In so many ways the lines of cream cans shortened and creameries started to close down. The industry ground to a standstill. I know I just didn’t have the time at harvest time especially to quit harvesting and go hunt for my milk cows. Soon we were buying store milk, and the kids wouldn’t touch the home grown product, would you believe? N ow eve n th e b i g g e r d a i r i e s a re consolidating and dair y herds are getting ever larger. Herds of several hundred are now operating nearby and big semi trailer refrigerator tank trucks haul the milk to centre’s in Saskato o n or Edmonton. So go es the way of the land. The little farmer

VERMILION ROTARY IS PLEASED TO CONGRATULATE THE FOLLOWING WINNERS OF OUR 2012/2013 CASH RAFFLE Draw 1. (July 2012) Sheena Pankratow $150 Faye Born/Janice Emsland $100

Draw 7 (Jan 2013) Lance Beloin $150 Denise MacDonald $100

Draw 2 (Aug 2012) Ying Hing Wong $150 Sherry Martin $100

Draw 8 (Feb 2013) Lorine Sweeney $1000 Joe and Linda Nelson $250 Jeanette Pankratow $100

Draw 3 (Sept 2012) Kwan Ming Yip $150 Ben Bykowski $100 Draw 4 (Oct 2012) Travis Morton $500 Melissa Loades $250 Ed and Brenda Lee $100

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certainly has no way of keeping that proverbial wolf from the door and instead has to find work off the farm. I still have my memories of bringing the cow’s home for the evening milk all summer, and making a smoke smudge in the night pasture to keep the mosquitoes away, remember!!! I also remember hurrying home from school in the fall, and having to bring cows home in the dark from the coulee pasture. Those were scary times. I also remember the barn cleaning and the hurry to get the cows out and back in before their teats froze in the cold winter. I hated milking in the winter as the cows liked to lie in their waste and it was a dirty job at best. Best of all was the chore of training a pail bunter, which is also a thing of the past for many of us. We didn’t know how lucky we were did we!!!

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS Saturday, July 13, 2013 At 10:00 A.M. Estate of Albert (Al) Haskell

Sale Location: From Dewberr y, 8½ Miles North on Sec. Hwy 893 to Twp. Road 550, 3 Miles East to Rge. Road 40, on South Side. Watch for Signs.

ACREAGE & EQUIPMENT

Pt of NE 36-54-4-W4 21.3 Acres, New Subdivision, 2 Houses, Hip Roof Barn, Shop, Shed, Good Well. **** Auctioneer’s Note: Acreage Sells at 1:00 P.M.**** TRACTORS: MF1155* 1978 Case 1070 (FEL, Dual Hyd & Power Shift)* MM G1000 Wheatland* Oliver 770 (Single Hyd., 540 PTO)* Oliver 88 (Not Running)* McCormack Deering 1530 (Not Running)* MM Wheatland (Parts) FIELD EQUIP: Cockshutt HD Cultivator With Mount-On Harrows (24’)* IH VibraShank Cultivator With Mount-On Harrows (28’)* Melroe 204 Press Drill (2-8’ Sections With Fert Att)* Case MD Cultivator (24’)* Case HD Cultivator With Degelman Harrows* Small Case Cultivator* Massey Sickle Mower (7’)* Swather Mover* Case HD Cultivator * Versatile Field Sprayer (60’)* Sprayer Tank* (10) Cultivator Sweeps (15-16”) OLD EQUIP, ETC: Massey 510 Combine (Not Running)* (2) Older Combines (Parts)* Cockshutt Swather (Parts)* JD 800 SP Swather* Oscillating Harrow Draw Bar* Old Pump Spout* Old Pump Engine SHOP & MISC: Large Assortment Of Sockets, Combination Wrenches, Pipe Wrenches & Crescents* Tool Boxes Full Of Tools* Coleman Air Compressor* Campbell Air Compressor* Lincoln AC 225 Amp Welder* Banjo Water Pump* Poulan Chain Saw* Delta Band Saw* Beach Tool Box With Sockets, Wrenches, Etc* Stanley Tool Box With Tools* Large Assortment of Power Tools, Shop Tools & Supplies* Furniture Moving Dolly* Vet Box With Supplies* Metal Posts (Aluminium Wire)* Trailer Hitch Receiver & Ball YARD EQUIP: MF GC2400 Yard Tractor (DL100 FEL, 3PH, Roll Bar & 5’ Mower, 165 Hrs., Approx 2-3 Yrs. Old)* Buhler 620 Farm King Rough Cut Mower (62” Deck)* Yard Tuff Lawn Sweep* Quad Trailer (6’4”x5’7”)* Utility Trailer (4’x3’)* Back Pack Sprayer (15L, Like New)* Lawn Aerator* Hand Weed Sprayer* Efco Weed Eater With Brush Blade* Push Lawn Mower With Bagger (21”)* (2) Lawn Spreaders* Wheelbarrow HOUSEHOLD & COLLECTABLES: Buffet* Roll Top Desk* Dresser* Desk/Bookcase Combination* Tube Radio* Piano (Newcomber By Mason & Reich Piano Co., Toronto)* Piano Stool/Glass Ball Feet* Wardrobe* Wooden Table* Cream Can* Shelving* Chair * Iron Bedstead (Brass Tops) MISC: Old Go-Cart* Assort Of Tires* Jerr y Cans* New Rim* Tow Cable* Little Red Wagon* Wagon With Rack* Auger Hopper* Fuel Tank/Stand (500 Gal., ½ Full Of Diesel)* Fuel Tank/Stand (300 Gal.)* Large Pet Carrier* Manual Tire Changer* Portable Combine Sampler* 3 Speed Bike* Foam Marker Control. For more information, please call Janet or Lawrence at 780-962-2662 or 780975-7222.

Monday, July 15, 2013 at 3:00 P.M. HOUSEHOLD AUCTION Ruth Rowe

Sale Location: 5023 Riverside Drive, Vermilion Complete dispersal of all household furniture & appliances, yard equipment, garden tools, plus much more.

Tuesday, July 16, 2013 At 7:00 P.M. LAND AUCTION NE 4-53-11-W4 County of Minburn

Sale Location: Super 8 Motel, Vermilion AB Land Located: From Innisfree, 11 Miles North on Sec Hwy 870, 1 Mile West on Sec Hwy 631, ½ Mile North on Rge Road 113. REMARKS: 157 Acres +/- with appor x. 105 acres of hayland. Old building site with utilities near. Hay crop to be sold with land. For more information, please call Stewart Realty & Auctions at 1-800-269-8580. Sat Aug 24

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Issue 467

Lonsdale

Under the Stars Margaret Lonsdale Columnist

For my 65th birthday, I would like to go to a Drive-In theater on a clear summer’s night and watch a double feature. The films could be innocuous, although my preference would be some well done film noir from the fifties. Something in black and white. I’ll even settle for cowboys or swiveling young Elvis flicks. So long as it’s outdoors on a starry night and I’m in a car with comfortable seats and a crackless windshield, I will be satisfied. Oh. The concession must sell freshly popped corn with optional real butter. I can’t even eat Styrofoam greased with whatever that strange oil product that’s served in public theaters now, so I think it reasonable to expect that in not so many years when I arrive at age 65, I will have nothing but the real thing. I, and everyone else who arrives at that ideal age, deser ve at least the courtesy of consuming something edible and identifiable. We

take responsibility for monitoring our own cholesterol levels. Who knows how the innovative originator of the Drive-In Theater came up with the idea? I only know that I am grateful to him. There was something wholesome, communal, and fun about watching a movie outdoors. Of course, when Richard Hollingshead began experimenting with a sheet, a kodak camera and a radio in 1928, such an idea would have seemed exciting and novel. And a little strange. After working out the considerable details of projection, sound, and the angle of parked vehicles necessary to make his idea work, Hollingshead first patented the Drive-In Theater in New Jersey in 1933. D rive-Ins were great fo r families. Savvy theater owners soon saw the advantage of having entertainm ent a n d /o r a p laygroun d in th e space between the parked cars and the viewing screen. Adults could visit there while children played, achieving the double benefit of working off some energy and working up an appetite. Hungry and thirsty patrons ensured a

well-stocked concession stand full of appealing products and the aroma of desirable food conducted a swift and profit making business. Longing too much for ac tivities no longer popular can be stultifying and too much talk of nostalgia might lead to delusion. Those speakers hooked onto the edge of the car window left plenty to be desired, it’s true. We natives of the Prairie landscape remember, too, the unwelcome buzz of the blood thirsty mosquitoes slipping into our cozy interior through that small sliver of space at the top of the window. I will refrain from commenting on the kids smuggled into the weekend Drive-In by lying dormant under a blanket in the trunk of friends’ cars. I can’t say for certain if some patrons used the dark solitude of parked cars for things other than movie gazing. I only know that of the many formerly popular activities dropped off the edge in favour of newly developed conveniences and technological advances, the one I wish would make a comeback is the Drive-In Theater.

Perhaps between the now and the unpredictable future, I will succumb to the periodic recurrence of this minor whimsy. Perhaps I will find in some lonesome prairie ghost town a purchasable piece of open field that no one else recognizes as valua b l e. At o n e e n d, I m i g h t h ave a wooden framework erected, its wide, flat front painted starkly white. I will engage someone in possession of ancient skills of installing weird old crackly speakers on poles that stand in neat, even rows. On dark nights, fro m in si d e a sma ll cu b by h o l e of a hut located on a hill rising dead center within the field, I will flick the switch of an old projector won at a dusty farm auction, its rattling purr returned to life by some miracle of unknown origin. I will sit watching as the cars with their unidentified occupants take their places free of charge. Then, together, we will watch under one hundred million stars on a Sunday night, as the seasoned reels feed the old celluloid through, revealing to all the magic of old films awakened from their long, deep slumber.

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Real Estate Reluctance Meagan S.Balaneski During that time, mortgage payments generally stay level, whereas rent will Columnist increase with inflation. And finally, with On historical aver- the principal residency exemption the age, Canadian home growth in your home is not subject to tax, prices run at about making personal property an excellent tax 3.5 time’s household income. The 2012 shelter. average was about 4.75 times. This means that current houses may be overvalued by upwards of 30%. This is one of the reasons that the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development ranks Canadian real estate the third most overvalued of the developed world.

When it makes sense to buy a house It makes sense to buy a house if you’re going to live in it. On reason is that mortgages eventually go away. Rent does not.

Buy within your means Consider two young families. The first family buys a $300,000 home with the intent to pay it off in 10 years. At that time they will sell their property and upgrade to a $600,000 house, mortgaging the balance for another 10 years. The second family purchases a $600,000 house and has a 20 year mortgage. Assuming a 3.5% mortgage rate and bi-weekly payments, the total costs of

owing their home for the first family is $710,574. For the second family, the total home cost is $832,627. The first family paid an average of $235 bi-weekly less than the second family. If they had invested this amount in a tax free savings account and earned a 5% average annual rate of return, they would have $206,000 at the end of 20 years. Understand the risks Be cautious of using real estate as an investment in an overheated market. If you are going to purchase investment properties with the intent to rent, make sure you are well read on local tenancy laws, and financially prepared to manage in the absence of renters for several months at a time. Also, consider diversifying outside

of your local community. As our hearts go out to our friends in Calgary and other communities in Southern Alberta, we are reminded that Mother Nature does not discriminate. If you wouldn’t borrow money to invest in the markets, you should be reluctant to borrow money for real estate investments. If you have questions on buying your first home, or for more information on alternative real property investments, speak with your Financial Advisor today. Meagan S. Balaneski, Life Insurance Broker, Advantage Insurance & Investment Advisors, PPI Solutions Inc. The opinions expressed are those of Meagan S. Balaneski and may not necessarily reflect the views of PPI Solutions. Meagan S. Balaneski can be reached at mbalaneski@advantageadvisors.ca.

RCMP Reports Tw o H i l l s RCMP Seek Information On Farm Equipment Theft

aged to call in regarding any suspicious activity, especially in the early morning hours. If you have any information please contact the Two Hills RCMP Detachment at 780-657-2820 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www. S o m e t i m e tipsubmit.com. between June 26th and 28th, 2013, unknown person(s) attended a rural Lloydminster Child Pornographer property near Twp Rd 552 and Range Sentenced Road 72 and stole a walk behind Cultivator. On June 24, 2013, in Lloydminster, RCMP are asking for the public’s assis- Saskatchewan Provincial Court, 55 year tance in identifying person(s) responsible old Doug Hatcher of Lloydminster was for the Theft. The public is also encour- handed a 25.5 month sentence for child

pornography charges and for shooting off a pellet gun and flare gun at RCMP members. The child pornography charges stemmed from a Regina RCMP ICE unit investigation during the summer of 2012. After Hatcher was charged with child pornography and prior to a court appearance he engaged Lloydminster RCMP members with a pellet gun and a flare gun in an alley behind the Saskatchewan Courthouse in Lloydminster, SK. in an attempt to commit suicide by cop. Hatcher was arrested for the shooting and has been on remand since July 30,

2012. Anyone with information regarding any other crime, is asked to contact the Lloydminster RCMP at (306) 825-6350, your nearest police service or any local RCMP detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), via your cell phone text messaging SaskTel Mobility at *8477, text TIP206 plus your message to CRIMES (274637) or you can submit a tip online at www.crimestoppers.ab.ca . If your information leads to an arrest or a case being cleared, you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

ROTARY COMMUNITY CALENDAR FOR 2014

Since 1955 and its debut by the very first chartered Rotary Club of Vermilion, the local Rotary Club has been producing an annual community birthday, anniversary and event calendar within our community. Supported by the advertising of local businesses, the calendar provides a wealth of business information at a glance. Individuals are canvassed at the Vermilion Fair and through the fall months to purchase a calendar and include family birthday and anniversary dates. As well, the calendar portrays events, meeting dates and contacts provided by local clubs and organizations. The attached form serves to renew your calendar subscription for 2014...ensure Rotary is informed of any changes in your family listings. Never had a Rotary calendar? Simply complete the order form below, including the dates of your family birthdays and anniversaries, enclose payment, and mail to the Rotary Club of Vermilion’s address or drop off at the Rotary Booth at the upcoming Vermilion Fair. Place your order by the end of Fair days and be eligible for an earlybird prize draw of $200.

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The Vermilion Voice July 1, 2013

Issue 467

School News

J.R. Robson News Monica To Submitted

As the school year came to an end last week, students wrote final exams, provincial achievement exams, and diploma exams. Lockers were cleaned out, desks were stacked, textbooks returned, exam anxiety transformed into thoughts of summer relaxation and adventures, report cards were handed out and students slowly filed out of the school. Teachers marked the last heaps of work and exams, compiled report cards, and then organized and emptied their classrooms. Janitors have already begun scrubbing and sweeping away a year’s worth of aftermath that had been caused by chaotic productivity and engagement. The conclusion of this school year also concludes several careers of longtime Marauders. Miss Elaine Christie, Mrs. Leona McNeill, Mrs. Lynn Payne and Mr. Vern Payne have dedicated years of service to J. R. Robson and been an integral part of the crew. We hope they know how much they will always be part of J. R. Robson, so hopefully they drop in for a visit once in a while. Miss Christie has been notorious for all-nighters of marking or planning, a passion for world history, hosting senior

high canoe trips, endless knowledge of the great outdoors shared during outdoor education lessons, and overexerting her body as though she can get new parts for it. As this lady spends more time in the great outdoors, she’ll be missed as a teacher who devoted her 32 years of her life to teaching, and as a colleague who demonstrated what true camaraderie is. Mrs. McNeill is also retiring from her teaching career that began in 1980. She had a reputation with the junior high students for her attention-commanding finger whistle, her stern but fair ways, and the energy that she delivered during physical education and science class, and her mother-bear role as volleyball coach. As Mrs. McNeill passes on the whistle (along with her fish tanks, Fowl Supper, and gymnasium), we’ll only truly realize the difference she made in the lives of the students and staff when September comes despite her absence. Mr. and Mrs. Payne, the polishing pair, were always part of the Marauder scene, keeping the halls clean and shiny. Mrs. Payne will be remembered for quietly cleaning up noon-hour aftermaths and keeping floors slick and shiny. Mr. Payne was known for eliminating fingerprints and spills, yelling “clean up after yourself”, and lapping the hallways with a broom to keep the floors clean (although I think he was

also trying to sweep us off our feet). We’ll miss this dirt-destroying duo! Several other Marauder staff are on their way out as well. Mrs. Jill Innis, Miss Alesha Campbell, and I are taking on new adventures next September. Mrs. Innis and her husband are expecting their first baby in mid-August, so in September Mrs. Innis will be parenting and caring for her new family. She promises to visit J.R. and show off her son or daughter next year! As for Miss Campbell, she is moving south to Provost and teaching grade 6 in Edgerton. She’ll still be part of Buffalo Trail Public School, so we hope to see her around! As for J.R.’s art teacher, I will be taking a year off from school to go back to school. More specifically, I am leaving J.R. and will be studying art and art history so that I can improve myself as an artist and art teacher. Upon my return in September 2014, I hope to swap knowledge with my students. The good news is that, for next year, for every farewell there is a warm welcome. September 2013 welcomes Kelly Scully, Lee Woodward, Kaitlyn Chapman, and Lisa Belanger. Kelly Scully, already a teacher in Buffalo Trail Public Schools, will be teaching grade 8 and 9 Language Arts. Mr. Woodward is coming from Medicine Hat and will be teaching grade 9 to 12 physical education. Miss Chapman, an athlete

herself and already a teacher in our division, will be the grade 7 and 8 physical education teacher, and Lisa Belanger, born and raised in Ontario, and known for her work as a sculptor, painter, and artisan, will be the art teacher for the upcoming year. We’re excited to have them aboard! As this year’s grade twelve class completes grade school and begins a new chapter in their lives, the staff at J.R. Robson wish them the very best in their future choices. “Once a Marauder, always a Marauder!” Graduation for the Class of 2013 was hosted in J. R.’s gymnasium and at the Vermilion Regional Center. As it takes a village—or in this case, a town—to raise a child, I must include this in the year’s final Marauder article a sincere and huge THANK-YOU to all the individuals (in the school and community) and businesses who have contributed their time, effort, money, and heart towards achieving student success. To those who cheer on, lead, coach, fundraise, lend a hand, plan, organize, encourage, assist, donate, and help behind the scenes: YOUR SUPPORT CONTRIBUTES TOWARDS THE SUCCESS OF OUR CHILDREN. Thank you. Have a great summer, and see you back in the fall, Marauders! Dates to Remember: Aug. 23 & 27: registration for new students, Sep. 3: first day of school.

Vermilion Residents Assist In Flood Relief Efforts Shannon O’Connor Reporter As a result of the efforts of countless individuals, the government of Alberta, organizations and businesses, some of the flood ravaged residents of Southern Alberta are beginning to see a light at the end of the tunnel. In a staged re-entry program about 5000 residents of High River returned to their homes on Saturday, June 29th. Volunteer firefighters from Vermilion, fire chief Bill Roth and firefighter Travis Warmen are two of the individuals who are providing relief to some of the hardest hit areas of the flood. Both are ATCO employees. When ATCO received a request for volunteers to assist in the flood relief effort, they put out the call to their employees knowing many of them are volunteer firefighters within their communities. Sett Policicchio, President of ATCO’s Electric Division said, “Volunteers were coming out of the woodwork.” Policicchio

cannot express just how proud he is of the employees who were so quick to respond to the call that went out Tuesday June 25th and that had the volunteers in place by Wednesday June 26th. Roth and Warmen are two of eight ATCO employees from various areas in Alberta who have volunteered and are presently stationed in the Municipal District of Foothills, tentatively until July 4th. Since their arrival, the group of eight has been split into two groups of four. Roth and Warmen are in the group working the 14 hour night shift. “When we arrived we were relieving firefighters who hadn’t been to bed in three days,” said Roth. In some cases they are working with firefighters from the area who have lost their homes, “And they’re still out here helping people,” added Roth. “You can’t do this work unless you care about people.” The duties they are assigned are similar to regular firefighter duties in the sense that they never know what they will be doing until the calls come in. “We are ready to go into High River when the time comes,” said Roth. “It is devastating; a lot of High River is still under water.” The government of Alberta recently

pledged one billion dollars to go toward the ongoing emergency relief efforts throughout affected areas and announced on June 27th that the Town of High River had been given $50 million in cash to help pay for costs directly related to the recovery efforts in that area. “High River has been the hardest hit in the recent flooding and we want to make sure the town has the resources necessary to pay for the costs related to this unprecedented disaster,” said Rick Fraser, Associate Minister of Regional Recovery and Reconstruction. Individuals in High River are in the process of receiving pre-loaded debit cards to address immediate needs in the amount of $1,250 per adult and $500 per child. Apart from the damage to property the government has recognized the ill effect disasters have on the mental health of its victims. To this end post-traumatic stress counseling has been made available to the residents returning to High River via a Welcome station that will also offer other services designed to ease the burden on returning residents. Organizations like the Red Cross have also assisted in the relief efforts and on June 28th during the Canada Day festivi-

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ties in Vermilion local businesses got involved to boost donations for the Red Cross. Cotton candy was made available by Apple Drugs for a $2 donation that will go directly to the Red Cross’s relief efforts. To make it easier for people to donate banks have also teamed up with the Red Cross and are accepting donations on their behalf at branches throughout the province. Vermilion’s T.D bank will match any donation made at their branch, said Manager, Marlene Beattie. ATCO is establishing a “Families Flood Relief Program” for their employees that will allow them to donate money, goods or their time similar to the volunteer firefighters. Western Credit Union in conjunction with Desjardins donted $200,000 for disaster relief. Eastalta Co-op in Vermilion and Wainwright teamed up with Wayne FM to host a BBQ and radio-thon that raised funds for the Red Cross. Fire chief Bill Roth has seen firsthand how communities pull together in the direst circumstances. “People are taking care of each other, it’s happening everywhere. As bad as it is here, it is bringing out the good in people, “said Roth.

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School News

St. Jerome School News Margaret McCormack Submitted

Two lucky students from St. Jerome’s Elementary were selected to receive Fat Cat Scholarships for this past school year. Jada Gamracy of Grade One and Dawson Riley of Grade Five each receive a $100.00 educational scholarship from the Vermilion Credit Union. They were excited to take their certificates home to their families. The staff of St. Jerome’s wish to thank the Vermilion Credit Union for their focus on supporting the youth of our community. Excited student voices could be heard coming from the Grades One and Two classrooms this week as the children gratefully said thank you and good-bye to their respective Roots of Empathy babies. Trained coordinator, Debi Smith, facilitated this award-winning Canadian program, which is now implemented worldwide, but the “real” teachers were the babies who visited our classrooms throughout the year. Through observing the development of the babies and by examining their own feelings, students were provided this special opportunity for social/emotional growth and their ability to empathize. Students formed a close bond and friendship with their babies as they watched them reach milestones in their lives. Mrs. Gallagher and Mrs. Moore wish to thank the two participating families who volunteered their time and put forth effort in bringing their babies into the classrooms. What teachers those little ones were! Thank you to Town of Vermilion FCSS for supporting this important pro-social program. On June 12 and 13, the kindergarten classes held their Celebration of Learning ceremony. They began with a morning prayer and then moved into a poem about Kindergarten. The students showed off their acting skills in a play based around the story of Stone Soup. The play was

Spirit Award Winner - Ethan Campbell. followed by two songs, the first was about being thankful for the way God made us and the final song was about how busy our kindergarten year was and how excited they are to move on to grade one. Mr. Chase passed out Kindergarten Certificates to the children. To conclude our Celebration of Learning the students celebrated with each other and their families over cupcakes and juice. On June 14, the Kindergarten class headed off on their final field trip to Lloydminster. Their morning was spent playing with the animals at the Lloyd Petting Zoo where they saw monkeys, lions, wolves and a bear as well as some reptiles and many smaller animals that they could pet. They had a picnic lunch of McDonald’s and then headed over to the Servus Sports Center to play in one of the gyms.

A lot of fun was had by all! Middle Level awards were held on Wednesday, June 26. The students and their families gathered in the Father Cordeau Centre to celebrate the accomplishments of our grade seven and eight students. The MC for the ceremonies was Mr. Sean Whelan. Congratulations to all the students for all their accomplishments throughout the year both big and small. Grade 7- Phys. Ed. – Zachariah Black, Connor Millan, Lauren Pollard, Shae Collins, French – Breanna Maughan, Declamation – Grace Evans, Most Improved: Language – Ruby Anne Sumalileng, Math – Austin Patry, Social – Morgan Elliott, Science – Chelsey Nichols, Trista Minish, Overall – Grace Evans, Application – Shae Collins, Honors – Zachariah Black, Shae Collins, Morgan Elliott, Grace Evans, Kayla Gannon, Derek Hryciuk, Sierra King, Ty Martin, Breanna Maughan, Trista Minish, Ashton Ostropolski, Jennifer Peter-

of many students and staff members. Good-bye to our wonderful secretary Teresa Veitch, Grade one teacher – Erinn Gallagher, Grade six teacher – Megan McAlpine, Educational Assistants – Shelly Corbiere and Corrine Rehmann. Each of you will be greatly missed. Good luck with all your future plans and May God continue to Bless you. We are excited to welcome to St. Jerome’s our new secretary, Kim Zacharias. We are very excited to have Kim on staff and look forward to working with her. We wish all of our students, staff and their families a safe, relaxing, and fun summer holiday. The school will be opened on Monday, August 26 when staff starts back to work. The first day back for students is Thursday, August 29th. See you then.

Proficiency winners - Anna Ulrich, Jennifer Peterson, Karley Dieken, Kaylie Krys. son, Lauren Pollard, Jesse Rogan, Malcolm Sader, Proficiency – Jennifer Peterson, Christian Ethics – Lauren Pollard. Grade 8 - Phys. Ed. – Scott Zielinski, Shayla White, Katherine Pulyk, Declamation –Shaelyn Rehmann, Most Improved: Language – Ossman Abuzukar, Math – Katherine Pulyk, Social – Harleigh Watkins, Hayden Protsch, Science – Maisie Mansfield, Trista Minish, Overall –Scott Zielinski, Application –Marian Langawin, Honors – Ossman Abuzukar, Karley Dieken, MacKenzie Farkash, Marian Langawin, Katherine Pulyk, Shaelyn Rehmann, Shayla White, Proficiency – Karley Dieken, Christian Ethics –Katherine Pulyk. Grade 9 - Phys. Ed. – Kael Lawrence, Brette Poliakiwski, French – Anna Ulrich, Declamation – Tenille Chase, Outstanding Declamation – Kaylie Krys, Brianne Wheat, Most Improved: Language – Samantha Karwandy, Math – Justin Desrochers, Social – Jared Hache, Science – Kassidy Rochford, Overall – Raegan Heck, Application – Michael McCrea, Honors – Ethan Campbell, Tenille Chase, Kaylie Krys, Michael McCrea, Mickelle Myshak, Brette Poliakiwski, Kassidy Rochford, Erica Snelgrove, Anna Ulrich, Brianne Wheat, Proficiency – Kaylie Krys, Anna Ulrich, Christian Ethics – Anna Ulrich. Two special awards were also given out. Congratulations to Grade nine student Ethan Campbell who received the Spirit Award to honour the student who participates fully in the life of St. Jerome’s and Grade eight student Karley Dieken for receiving the APEGA (Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of Alberta) Award to honour a student with the highest math and science grade to encourage young people to strive for their best in these areas. It is with sad hearts that we say goodbye to a number of staff members this summer. Some are moving on to new careers, schooling and different endeavors in their life journey. Each of you has been a blessing to St. Jerome’s and the students who attend our school. Each of you has made a difference in the lives

Apega Winner - Karley Dieken.

The Fat Cat Winners - Jada Gamracy and Dawson Riley. Photos submitted.

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Notice is given that the Village of Mannville has filed applications under the provisions of the Water Act for the diversion of 800 cubic metres of groundwater annually for Commercial (golf course clubhouse) purposes from a well with a production interval of 53.3 metres to 56.7 metres, and for the diversion of 1900 cubic metres of groundwater annually for Commercial (campground) purposes from a well with a production interval of 39.6 metres to 42.7 metres located at SW 05-051-08-W4. Any person who is directly affected by the application may submit a statement of concern to: Environment and Sustainable Resource Development Regulatory Approvals Center Main Floor, Oxbridge Place 9820 106 Street EDMONTON AB T5K 2J6 Phone: 780-427-6311 Fax: 780-422-0154 within 30 days of the providing of this notice. Please quote file number: 00194207 Further information regarding this project can be obtained from: Thelma Rogers Village of Mannville Phone: 780-763-3500 Fax: 780-763-3643 Statements filed regarding this application are public records which are accessible by the public. Statements should explain why filer is directly affected and provide the full printed name, phone number and/or email address, postal address and legal land location of the filer. Failure to file statements of concerns may affect the right to file a notice of appeal with the Environmental Appeals Board.

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Vermilion Elementary School Karen King Submitted Intramurals and physical activity clubs this year were loads of fun. Activities included cross-country running, MiniCanley/Canley floor hockey, volleyball, basketball, badminton, LEGO, curling, skipping, running, triathlon, soccer, and speed stacking. Students from kindergarten through grade 6 were able to sign up and join in on the fun as these activities ran throughout the year. Student attendance also transferred into House League points as the year progressed. We had groups as large as 83 students in the gym at one time. It was fantastic to see so many of our students excited about being active and trying out new things like x-country and triathlon. There were many staff members who helped organize and supervise these activities throughout the year, as well as parents/community members including Sandra Kathnelson, Brenda Hager, Vaughn Cooper and Alison Jackson who came to assist with the newly formed triathlon club. We appreciate the support. Track Day on June 24 went very well. There were lots of happy children with smiles, ribbons, and sunburns. The grade 3-6 students each participated in five events that included high jump, long jump, shot put, soccer kick, and several different distance runs. The kindergarten and grade 1 and 2 students did their own physical activities that day as well. VES would like to thank Darren and Lee Selte of Selte Fuels for donating the hamburgers for our track day. June 26 was our final Accelerated

Reading Celebration Day. We send our congratulations to Kalla Morritt, top reader in Div. 1, and Kadin Morritt, top reader in Div. 2. They each received a $100 prize from the school plus a $100 RESP from the Credit Union. Amber Bauer put on a small concert, the students got to duct tape their teachers to the wall, the school rented an obstacle bouncy castle for the students to experience, and there was a family picnic at noon. Each student got to dress up as a character in their favorite book. It was a super exciting day for the students. On June 27, 49 grade 6 students celebrated the end of VES and the beginning of a new chapter in their lives – junior high. They walked through the gym looking their best as dozens of cameras blinded them on the way to their chairs. They sang “Hall of Fame” for their guests, and accepted certificates presented by homeroom teachers Mrs. Myshaniuk and Mr. Faull, and principal, Mrs. Webb. Congratulations to all the grade 6 students. We will miss them at VES and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors. VERMILION BUS WAVE CHANGES: After a trial and public consultation, effective August 29, 2013, the buses will be loading and unloading students on the east side of VES. There will be no school bus traffic on 49 Avenue. Parent and handicapped parking will be on the north side of the school. This will allow for more right hand turns by buses and will decrease the traffic on the busy road between St. Jerome’s and VES. Please respect the new school bus loading and unloading areas so our buses can safely transport students to and from school. A letter will be sent home with the

new bus waves for the 2013-2014 school year. Like any new school year, the staff will assist students in learning their bus wave orders. This brings the 2012-2013 school year to a close. Many individuals put in tons of volunteer hours to make our year one that was both educational and enjoyable. VES would like to sincerely thank all those individuals who were there for us throughout

Havanna Lane completes her run through the hurdles before adjusting her hat in an effort to keep her eye on the finish line.

the year. Have a superb summer. See you back at VES on August 29 for the first day of the 2013-2014 school year. Dates to Remember: August 29 – First day of the 2013-2014 school year; Sept. 2 – Labor Day (no school); Sept. 12 – Open House and 10 years of Roots Babies Celebration; Sept. 20 & 23 – P.D. Days (no school).

David Trivett gets set in Shot Put. Photos Trudy McKenzie.

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Mannville School News Susan Obrigewitch Submitted

The students, parents and staff of Mannville School would like to thank Mrs. Tara Tod for the Healthy School Healthy Future initiative that she has implemented this year. The initiative has either introduced new programs or has enhanced existing programs. It has three parts to it: Physical Activity, Nutrition and Environment. Some of the physical activities included: HAS (Healthy Active students) Club grades 3 – 6; HEAT (Healthly Energetic Active Teens) Club grades 4 – 9; noon-hour activities; winter sports; plus alternative sports equipment. Nutrition includes classroom snack baskets, hot lunch program, milk program, taste tests, monthly campaigns and a senior high fitness and nutrition seminar. The environment included some motivational work posted around the school and we had an artist produce art work that has made a connection from our high school side to the elementary side. Mrs. Tod has made a tremendous contribution to the well-being of our school community. Thank you Mrs. Tod! At the end of this school year, we would like to say goodbye to some staff members that are leaving Mannville School and to welcome some new staff members. Mrs. Karina Miller and Mrs. Kim DeFord will not be with us during the 2013 – 2014 school year as they will be on maternity leaves. They both will be back the following year. We wish you all the best. We welcome Mrs. Erin Hinton (grade 1) and Mrs. Kari Thompson (grade 2) for the 2013 – 2014 school year. Other staff members that are leaving include Mr. Reuben Mahaffy, Mrs. Kelly Scully, Mrs. Kathy Bowtell and Mr. Ryan Moir. A sincere thank-you is necessary to all of them. The commitment and dedication they displayed was appreciated and they will be missed! Although we are sad to see those teachers leave we are happy to welcome some new teachers. Ms. Kalee Almberg (secondary social, science and math), Mrs. Jenny Kondrat (foods, junior high language arts) and Mr. Darryl Maron (secondary social and language arts) will be joining the Mannville School teaching team. We also welcome Mrs. Kari Boulay from her maternity leave. We are looking forward to the 2013 -2014 school year after the summer break. Once again we must share our appreciation for the community’s support towards the magazine fundraiser. Money raised from this fundraiser offsets the costs of yearbooks for our students and helps with transportation costs for elementary field trips. The 2012-2013 yearbooks are almost ready to be sent for printing and should arrive back at our school in October. If you

would like to purchase one, they are $25.00 each. Our graduation section of the yearbook would be very plain if not for Kimberley Morritt from DragonHare Studios in Vermilion. Kim generously lets us use her pictures for our yearbook and just words cannot express the appreciation of her generosity. Did you notice the new concrete bench and picnic table on the east side of the school? The new bench and picnic table were funded through the HSHF (Healthy Schools Healthy Futures) pilot program this year. One of the pillars of comprehensive school health is a healthy environment, along with nutrition and activity. We are hoping that having outdoor seating areas on the secondary side will help promote positive socializing of the secondary students at Mannville School, and an increase use of the basketball court and the new outdoor volleyball net. Basketballs, volleyballs, baseball equipment and footballs are available for the secondary students to use at noon hour. This area will also be of benefit to our community as well, after school and throughout the summer. Mannville School was chosen for a FunTeam Youth Leadership pilot project. Connor Roland and Keisha Sharp submitted a proposal to run an activity program for grades 3-7, focussing on badminton and volleyball skills. Their goal was to give our young students the skills and confidence to participate in school sports at the junior high level while having fun. It was a six week program. FunTeam and RecTeam is an Alberta based organization promoting skill based, family friendly, non-competitive activity programming for youth. Check out their website or contact Mrs. Tod about other opportunities that FunTeam can offer our community. We are glad to announce that the HSHF program has been funded for one more year! Mrs. Tod has sent out a survey for families and students to provide feedback about this year’s initiatives, as well as give us direction for next year. Secondary students will be surveyed this week as well. The youngest family member in each elementary class was given the survey to take home. Any secondary families that did not receive a survey can locate it on the Mannville School Website, or may email tara.tod@btps.ca if they have any feedback about this program. The grade two class have been busy caring for some lovely little insects. They arrived as caterpillars which quickly developed into chrysalises. Mrs. Thompson and the students were thrilled to catch one butterfly emerging, a very rare opportunity! The students are studying many insects in their new science unit and are enjoying the outdoor excursions to catch glimpses of insects in their habitat. Davin Charron, Joseph Mclaughlin, Karlee

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Miss Cusack’s grade five class explore the Wetlands on their science field trip. Photo submitted.

Melnyk, Keisha Sharp, and Reagan Hryhirchuk took part in a very odd yet courageous event last Saturday. The Underwear Affair, which took place in Edmonton, was a 10km run in support of all “below the belt” cancer research. Participants started from the Butterdome, crossed the Groat Road Bridge into the river valley, ran back across the Low Level Bridge and returned to the Butterdome. Although participants were welcome to participate in their briefs, there were many interesting, fun costumes worn. Edmonton raised more than $600 000 towards the event, and more than 1,100 runners participated. Davin and Joseph are already forming teams for next year. We look forward to seeing you guys participating again, and even topping your amounts raised this year! Thank you everyone for supporting our Mannville youth in reaching their goals! May 8th, 2013 marked the graduation for our Health Care Aide students. Mannville students Quinn Peden (2011) and Meagan Derksen (2012) received their diplomas on May 8th for the Health Care Aide Program. The Health Care Aide Program was a pilot

project that was partnered by Buffalo Trail Public Schools, Norquest College and Alberta Health Services. The graduation program and luncheon took place in Wainwright. Our school division had 24 graduates from this program. The elementary year end was so busy with field trips and special events. Our Pride Chains were completed with the final PAW for Pride token as well as a bright yellow shining sun! Our Fun in the Sun events on Wednesday consisted of bubbles, beach towels, bingo, and beautiful sunshine! The final assembly included Fat Cat and Mr. Myhovich as they congratulated us on a job well done with the Accelerated Reading Program. Congratulations to Zach Polishuk and Tadgh Dalton on their great work with this program as they were rewarded with the RESP donation from the Credit Union. Happy Summer to all students from the Elementary staff! A glance ahead: Report Card Day – June 27th. If you are unable to pick up your report card (after 12 p.m.), you will need to leave a self-addressed envelope at the school.

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J.R. Robson Graduates

On Saturday, June 29 2013 J.R. Robson’s Grade 12 Graduates entered the school for the last time as students. Following the school ceremonies a Grand March took place later in the evening at the Vermilion Regional Centre. (In alphabetical order, by class), Brandon Baddock, Paige Bardoel, Madison Bessette, Rayden Beveridge, Shanna Boomhower, Randy Brown, Joshua Bykowski, Darian Carlson, Erin Carlson, Ashlee Coleman, Jessica Corbett, Eric Decker, Brian Simmons, Nicole Smith Blake Snelgrove, Rena Snider, Colton Waltz, Robert Watson, Kerri Whitlock, Cole Whitten, Ashlyn Wickam, Timothy Yaceyko,Michael DeGirolamo, Meghan Dutchak, Chelsea Farkash, Stephanie Fredrick, Owen Hollen, Courtney Horpestad, Erica Howard, Kirkland Jeffrey, Denver Kern, Grace Kinley, Alexander MacMillan, Beverley McGuckin, David McKimmon, Derek Moses, Moniek Okkema, Taylor Phillips, Vincent Pilon, Spencer Plant, Wilson Quon, Julie Rein, Zoe Reindl-Heit, Wyatt Roberts, Gavin Rodh, Kyle Shaw. Photo Colleen Berg.

Dewberry Graduates

Dewberry Graduates (L-R); Darian Elliott, Shenea Maddex, Chelsea Illingworth, Kirk Stone, Zachary Maynes and Decoda Maddex headed into their celebratory supper at the Dewberry Hall on June 21st, where a meal was shared with family, friends and honoured guests. Presenting at the Dewberry exercises were; Assistant Superintendant of BTPS, Brad Romanchuk, Dewberry Mayor, Headley Dennills, BTPS Trustee Mrs. Lanie Par and Vermilion-Lloydminster MLA, Dr. Richard Starke. The 2013 class graduation theme is ‘How Far We’ve Come’. Photo Trudy McKenzie.

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Tanker Troubles Trudy McKenzie Reporter

Local resident Phyllis Elmer was distressed to discover an oil tanker suspended over her wetland on June 21st. Elmer who resides just nor th of Hw y 16 and RR51, has previously expressed concerns to the county regarding the oil tanker traffic travelling on the gravel road at the end of her driveway. “I guess it was inevitable. We asked that the road b e made safer when we were first notified about the building of the well sites nor th of us. Some work was done to improve the sight lines at the

entrance to our laneway off the road but no planning was done to widen the road to accommodate either the increase in traffic or the sheer size of the trucks and equipment that would be using the road. This road was built and maintained for local and farm traffic only.” stated Elmer. Following several weeks of rain and inclement weather along with tanker traffic RR51 became somewhat of a slippery proposition for the driver of a 35,000 pound oil tanker. O n J un e 21s t th e lo a d e d south bound tanker pulled over for oncoming traffic and began to slide back d ow n th e h i l l . U n a b l e to a c h i eve enough traction to work his way up

Having pulled to the side of the gravel road for oncoming traffic on RR51 the 35,000 pound loaded oil tanker was unable to accelerate and began to slide down the hill. Photos Trudy McKenzie.

Oil is pumped from an oil tanker on RR51 after it became stuck June 21st.

the hill the truck began to slide backwards and came to rest precariously at the edge of the road approximately 100 yards above a small wetland area on the Elmer’s property. Supported by larger trees the tanker had to be emptied before it could be towed the rest of the way up the hill. County of Vermilion River Public Works Superintendant, Carry Grant a n d th e m a n a g e r of th e tr u ck i n g company were called in to oversee the process of emptying the tanker

and seeing that no oil spilled during the process. “The fact that this particular vehicle didn’t go over the bank and spill a full tank of oil into this small wetland is more good luck than good management. I’m so thankful the trees held the truck upright enough that the driver was able to escape unharmed and that they were able to empty the oil from the tank before they pulled it back up the hill,” expressed Elmer.

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Still undefeated the Vermilion Bantam Roar defeated Lloydminster at the recent Freter Finals held June 21st to June 23rd. This win has the Bantam team at the top of the standings and heading to Provincials on July 12th to 14th in Ponoka/Lacome. Good luck Vermilion Roar. Pictured here; Front (L-R); Haden Protsch, Cody DeSaulniers, Jenna Wasylik, Kerwyn Stewart and Ty Martin. Back (L-R); Mark Protsch (Assistant Coach) Bryson MacConell, Cameron Broast, Jarret Eyben, Larry Eyben (Assistant Coach) Pierce Joa, Dr. Degirolamo (Coach), Cody Wyatt and Kelly Fowler. Photo submitted.

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Albertans Encouraged To Nominate An Outstanding Volunteer ACN Release

Th e Sta rs of Alb er ta Vo lu nte er Awards is now accepting nominations. Alb er tans can nominate an exceptional volunteer whose generous efforts make a difference in their community and in the lives of others. “In our cities and towns, volunteers go the extra mile to deliver programs and services that strengthen families and communities, and help to build

Alberta,” said Alberta Culture Minister H eather Klimchuk. “ I ask that all Alb er tans help us honour that spirit of service and commitment by nominating an exceptional volunteer in their community for a Stars of Alberta Volunteer Award.” Six awards; two in each category of youth, adult and senior—will be given at a gala ceremony on International Volunteer Day, December 5, 2013. Since the program began in 2000, 83 Alberta volunteers have received recognition.

Albertans can fill out a nomination form on line or call 780-415-8139 (dial 310-0000 for toll-free access) to nominate a volunteer. The deadline for nominations is September 16. T h e St a r s o f A l b e r t a Vo l u n teer Awards Program is an integral par t of the Government of Alberta’s commitment to the nonprofit volunteer sector. Volunteer recognition programs help set a standard for service, encourage a sustained commitment to civic par ticipation

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TOWN OF VERMILION COMMUNITY CALENDAR July 2013 Canada Day, Golf Tournament, Vermilion Golf & Country Club, 780-853-4444 Crib Doubles Tournament, 10am, Seniors’ Centre, must pre-register by calling Margaret 780-853-5717 Mannville’s Canada Day Celebrations – Gazebo & Ball Diamomds

$5 Family Swim, Vermilion Aquatic Centre, 1-3pm

Summer Fun Program Begins, registration available at Town Office. Vermilion Downtown Farmer’s Market, Elks Hall, 10am – 1pm. Contact Evelyn 780-853-4669 Ladies Night, Vermilion Golf & Country Club

Floor Curling, 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre Birthday Coffee & Cake, Senior‘s Centre, 10:30 am Senior’s Open Golf Tournament, Vermilion Golf & Country Club, 780-853-4444 Vermilion River Archers, Youth 6:30-7:30pm, Adults 7:30-8:30pm, Contact Ken 780-581-0157 or Ron 780-8535046 Whist, Seniors’ Centre, 7pm

Floor Curling, 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre Beltone Hearing, Senior‘s Centre, 10am Vermilion River Archers, Youth 6:30-7:30pm, Adults 7:30-8:30pm, Contact Ken 780-581-0157 or Ron 780-853-5046 Euchre, Seniors’ Centre, 7pm

Floor Curling, 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre Vermilion River Archers, Youth 6:30-7:30pm, Adults 7:30-8:30pm, Contact Ken 780-581-0157 or Ron 780-853-5046 Whist, Seniors’ Centre, 7pm

Ext. Meeting, Seniors’ Centre, 9am Vermilion Downtown Farmer’s Market, Elks Hall, 10am – 1pm. Contact Evelyn 780-8534669 Ladies Night, Vermilion Golf & Country Club

Vermilion Downtown Farmer’s Market, Elks Hall, 10am – 1pm. Contact Evelyn 780-853-4669 Ladies Night, Vermilion Golf & Country Club Town Council Meeting, Town Hall, 7pm

Vermilion Downtown Farmer’s Market, Elks Hall, 10am – 1pm. Contact Evelyn 780-853-4669 Ladies Night, Vermilion Golf & Country Club

Floor Curling, 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre Vermilion River Archers, Youth 6:30-7:30pm, Adults 7:30-8:30pm, Contact Ken 780-581-0157 or Ron 780-853-5046 John Fulbright Concert, Vermilion Folk Club, Verm. Prov. Park near CN Station, 7:30pm, bring lawn chairs Euchre, Seniors’ Centre, 7pm

Floor Curling, 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre Mr. D. the Magician, Vermilion Public Library,10:30am Free $5 Family Swim, Vermilion Aquatic Centre, 6:30 – 8pm Men’s Night, Vermilion Golf & Country Club, 780-853-4444

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Floor Curling, 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre $5 Family Swim, Vermilion Aquatic Centre, 6:30 – 8pm 8th Annual Garden Tour, Presented by CIB Men’s Night, Vermilion Golf & Country Club

Floor Curling, 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre Professor KlunkStoryteller, Vermilion Public Library, 10am Free $5 Family Swim, Vermilion Aquatic Centre, 6:30 – 8pm Men’s Night, Vermilion Golf & Country Club

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Senior Golf, Vermilion Golf & Country Club, 10am 107th Annual Agricultural Fair, June 25,26,27 Vermilion Agricultural Parade, 11am & Fair, “Celebrating 100 Years with Lakeland College”, July 25-27

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Horoscope/Sudoku and Solutions Being responsible will improve your day. The more you do to keep the peace and to encourage those you love, the more you will get in return. Emotional unpredictability will be your enemy, and keeping busy will be your salvation.

Taurus

Say nothing until you feel secure with the prospects turning out the way you plan. A secret encounter with someone will not lead to the good fortune you had hoped for. Dig deep and you will discover what's real and what isn't.

Gemini

Fickle fun will not lead to a happy ending. You are best to be upfront and honest about your intentions. Helping someone is fine, but having ulterior motives is not. Love is on the rise and should be handled with courtesy.

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Emotional issues will cause you grief if you aren't prepared to deal with the facts and hide your inner thoughts. Taking a serious approach to whatever needs to be done will make it easier to put disruptions behind you and move on.

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Tigers Draw New Blood Shannon O’Connor Reporter On Tuesday, June 25th at the Vermilion Arena, the names of the new head coach and the new manager for the Vermilion Tigers Jr. B team were announced. Durwin Selte is now the Tigers head coach and Milt Anderson is manager. The previous co-coaches of the team, Mark Hines and Taylor Holt, tendered their resignations in the early part of May this year. “It was by mutual agreement. They had the option not to return,” said Vermilion Tiger’s president Keith Wilkinson. “There are no hard feelings; we wish them nothing but the best.” As for the new recruits, Selte and Anderson: “They bring a wealth of knowledge to the team. Both coached minor hockey and both are alumni players of the Tigers,” said Wilkinson. “They have been around hockey all their lives.”

According to Wilkinson there were four good candidates in the running for head coach. Durwin had a slight advantage because he had some experience as an assistant Jr. B coach. “He knows how the league runs,” added Wilkinson. It probably doesn’t hurt that Selte describes himself as someone who “sleeps, eats and breathes hockey.” Selte is hoping to make the Vermilion Arena a hard place for opponents to play. “Like Killam was for me,” said Selte recalling his Jr. B hockey days while exchanging a grin with Anderson. “I’m direct,” said Selte. Hard work and player accountability will be expected. “If someone is not playing well, he’ll hear about it,” he added. “I like his style of coaching,” said new manager, Anderson. “He’s excellent at what he does.” “We believe in the same things; discipline, team rules and player accountability

T he Ea ster n Al ber t a Di str ict commander, Chief Superintendant Randy McGinnis was present to officiate the s w e a r i n g i n o f ne w Au xiliar y Con st a ble Kirk Lougheed. McGinnis started out in the auxiliary program 31 years ago, before joining the rank s of regular members.

Af ter taking the affirmation of office outside the Kitscoty RCMP Detachment on Thursday, June 27th Auxiliary Constable Kirk Lougheed said, he is proud to serve his community.

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Desjardins Group & Western Financial Group Team Up To Pledge $200,000 To Alberta Flood Victims WFG Release Desjardins Group (Desjardins) and Western Financial Group (Western) announced today that the organizations are teaming up to donate $200,000 to disaster relief in Alberta after severe flooding devastated several rural and urban communities throughout the province. In addition to the direct donation, Desjardins will also raise money for the Red Cross Alberta Floods Fund through its caisse network in Quebec and Ontario, while Western has put plans in place to launch an online fundraising system for employees to provide direct support to local communities affected by the floods. “We are deeply saddened to see how this terrible tragedy has impacted families and communities across Alberta,” said Monique F. Leroux, Chair of the Board, President, and CEO of Desjardins Group. “In the coming days and weeks, we encourage all Canadians to donate whatever support they can provide to help with the recovery and rebuilding process.” “The past few days have been a difficult time for so many Albertans and we hope this donation can provide some much needed assistance to those who have been displaced or suffered personal losses,” said Scott Tannas, President and CEO of Western Financial Group. “Together, we are committed to help rebuild the communities across Alberta where we live and work.”

both on and off the ice,” agreed Wilkinson. The team is putting out a call to returning players, the minor hockey leagues in the area and eligible Lakeland College students to come out for a three day training camp starting on September 13, 2013. Wilkinson is hoping to see anywhere from 45-50 kids come (L) New Head Coach for the Jr. B Vermilion Tigers, out. “We’re losing some Durwin Selte and (R) New Manager, Milt Anderson. veteran players so there’s Photo Shannon O’Connor. room for rebuilding.” 780-853-5907. The desire to compete and the desire Regular season action gets underway to be part of a team are high on the list of September 27th. After a couple of away qualities sought. “We want players who games the first home game will be played are proud to wear a Tigers jersey.” at the Vermilion Arena on October 5th. If you are interested in attending trainWilkinson is also putting out the call for ing camp you can contact Milt Anderson good people who would like to help out the at: 780-853-6365 or Keith Wilkinson at executive.

As part of the $200,000 donation, Desjardins and Western will each provide $100,000 to the Western Communities Foundation. The Foundation will in turn work with local municipalities and charitable groups to identify opportunities that will provide direct support to the affected communities. “In times like these, every little bit of assistance helps,” said John Jenner, Executive Director of the Western Communities Foundation. “We will work with our local communities and charitable groups to ensure that this money will go to the people who truly need assistance.” During the flooding crisis, individuals who have experienced flooding damage are encouraged to visit the Western Financial Group claims centre in Okotoks, Alberta (207, 200 Southridge Drive). The centre is open from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Western claims centres are also open in Medicine Hat and Drumheller to help local residents. To help ensure all flooding victims receive support, Western will process all flood claims – even if the customer does not have a current insurance policy with the company. Apart from visiting the Okotoks claims centre, individuals can also call the Okotoks office at 403-938-0777 where an experienced Western Financial Group representative will be able to answer their questions and assist them. For an emergency claim, individuals can call Western’s 24/7 claims line at 1-877-599-7299.

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Midwest Moving In Media Release Enbridge announced in December of 2011 a $1.2 billion dollar pipeline expansion project called the Athabasca Twinning Project. The project which is designed to provide transportation service for increased oil production in Kirby Lake will start at the Kirby Lake Terminal, near Winifred Lake and end at the existing Battle River Terminal, located in the Hardisty, Alberta crude oil hub area. Following the 2011 announcement, Stephen J. Wuori, President, Liquids Pipelines, in a statement noted, “Based on our recent construc-

tion experience, we expect to create about 545 person years of employment in building the twinning project. As we move through construction, those crews will be purchasing goods and services, as well as housing and food from local retailers. Once in operation, the pipeline will generate significant tax revenues for communities along the right-of-way.” Midwest Pipelines out of Edmonton will be laying approximately 140 Km of 36” pipeline from North of Vermilion to Hardisty through the months of August to December and anticipate hiring several local workers from along the route and surrounding area. Midwest has been working closely for several months with

community leaders from both Vermilion and Mannville planning accommodation and transportation impacts to the region. The company is also taking a proactive role when it comes to workers conduct, “We recognize that the majority of our staff will be young trades oriented individuals, arriving soon to live in the surrounding area”. It is important that they are behaving appropriately within the community. “If there are concerns we encourage residents to contact us.” stated Lenstra, who offered his contact information Chris.Lenstra@midwestpipeline.com. “We are excited to be in the commu-

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Honours Awarded To Art Teacher Shannon O’Connor Reporter There has always been a disparity between great art and commercial art, but based on the results of this year’s Art Without Borders Festival, local art teacher Monica To is bridging that gap. To, a teacher at J.R. Robson, submitted two works of art to the festival and both were accepted. She received the good news that she had won 3rd prize for her 18” x 24” pen and ink portrait entitled “The End.” She attended the “Mayor’s Celebration of the Arts” in conjunction with the Art Without Borders Festival on Thursday, June 13 in Lloydminster to accept her certificate. While there she found out the same piece of art had also been selected as the winner of the People’s Choice Award.

Ballots are cast by the public to determine the winner as there is often a discrepancy between what the public thinks is the best and what the jurors consider the best, said Cindy Sorley-Keichinger, Chair of the AWB Art Shows. The winner in this category also goes home with $500 in prize money. According to Keichinger “Monica To’s entry was a runaway winner, with no other artist coming close to the number of ballots cast in their favour. Clearly she struck a chord with the show attendees.” “I didn’t know I won People’s Choice until I got there. That was a huge surprise! People’s choice is such an honour,” said To. Even more good news was to follow. To also qualified for a $1,000 arts bursary through Art Without Borders because she is returning to school in the fall to further her arts education. The first thing she thought of when she heard about the bursary was that

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she wouldn’t have to be a starving student/ artist. This was the second year To had entered her work in the festival. She placed 3rd last year as well. “It is so well run and so professional” she said praising the Arts without Borders festival. Despite majoring in art, she never felt like she took enough art classes. “I have a lot of industrial design courses but I need more painting, more sculpture and more drawing classes.” Her main motivation for returning to school is to improve herself as an artist and as a teacher. “If I improve myself, then I can improve what I deliver in the classroom.” To will be returning to her position with the school upon completion of her studies at either the University of Alberta or Red Deer College. Buffalo Trail Public School has been very supportive of her decision, said To. She admits she will miss her students. “I take pride in having such a strong relationship with the kids.” Referring to her prize winning picture To said it was her students who inspired her to create it when they were doing a pen and ink project in class. “It just made me want to go home and start it.” It took over 80 hours to complete, and she is very proud of the results. “It is the first time I have made prints of my work.” “It’s an image I’ve had in my head for years now. It was too complex to tackle because I wasn’t sure what some of the images meant or how they would look together.” To wouldn’t ascribe a meaning to the work because she wants it to be wide open to interpretation. “I love listening to people’s reactions to it; the stories they pull out of it blow my mind.” For interested art lovers/collectors, To has 20 limited edition signed prints of “The End.” They are $135 each and can be purchased directly from her by calling: 780-984-8996.

Grade 7 Art Teacher, Monica To is leaving the classroom where she teaches art to enter a classroom where she will learn about art. Photo Shannon O’Connor.

The People’s Choice Award Winner “The End”. Photo Monica To.

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Accelerated Reading Celebrated At Vermilion Elementary School Trudy McKenzie Reporter Students were challenged at the beginning of the school year to achieve a total of 12,000 points in the Accelerated Reading (AR) program. June 26th School staff announced that students had not only reached the 12,000 AR goal, but had in fact surpassed it earning as a school an astounding 50,300 points, over four times the goal set. The Accelerated Reading program is a goal oriented program designed to encourage reading and comprehension and in order to earn AR points students read and perform quizzes for point values based on the book’s difficulty level. For example, a picture book for students in grades 2 to 6 is usually worth .5 points and if a student achieves 5 out of 5 correct answers on their quiz they would earn the full .5 point. Should they get 4 out of 5 answers correct on the quiz they would earn .4 of a point. This means that it takes a lot of quizzes to make their points add up. It would take approximately 40 quizzes for these young students to earn 20 points. The older students who can read longer chapter books or novels are able to earn anywhere from 5 to 25 points, depending on the book. This year at the VES Accelerated Reading windup students were encouraged to join staff in dressing up as their favourite storybook character and at the 10:30 a.m. assembly the school listed the two top AR earners. The top earner for grades 1-3 was Kalla Morritt who earned 518 points followed by her brother Kayden Morritt

who achieved 1021 points in the grades 4-6 category making this the first year the two top earners were brother and sister. This accomplishment netted the youngsters $100 gift certificates from Coles/ Chapter bookstore and $100 scholarships from long time supporter of the AR program, the Vermilion Credit Union. The top AR earners for each of the VES classes were; 2A Korey Hemauer-150 points, Haley Tovell-70 points; 2B, Breanne Gourley-119 points, Jonas Atkinson-100 points, 2C, Caelyn Bykewich-120 points, Kaitlyn Baldwin-117 points; 3A, Madison Tovell 70-points, Dylan Reeve-62 points; 3B, Ziqi Shang-105 points, Morgan Symes-64 points; 3C,Caleb Ree- 164 points; 4A, Ashley Nadeau-745 points, Allecia McDonald-193 points; 4B, Jared Gourley132 points, Rebecca Irvine86 points; 5A, Ali L’Heureux-244 points, Amber Wagner-217 points; 5B, Bray Crowe-177 points, Dylan Eremko-111 points; 6A, Daniel Zhao-300 points, Tristen Gilbertson-219 points; 6B, Raelene Lupul- 232 points and Emily Elder with 213 points. In Mrs. Doherty and Ms. King’s Class the top AR earner was Jasmine Ball180 points. As rewards for their achievement in the AR program VES treated the students to the use of a large bouncy castle and the teaching staff took their places against the wall, where students who had achieved their goals in the AR program duct taped them to the wall as part of an agreement made between the teaching staff and the students at the beginning of the year. During the AR assembly students were treated to a concert performed by artist

Amber Bauer. Bauer who had just returned from Nashville where she recorded her first album has recently b een nominated and shortlisted to the top 10 keyboard artists in Canada for a Country Music Award at the CMA Awards in September.

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(L-R) Wanda Evans, Investment Officer with the Vermilion Credit Union, Grade 1-3 top Accelerated Reading point earner Kalla Morritt, Credit Union Mascot Fat Cat and Grade 4-6 top Accelerated Reading point earner Kayden Morritt. Photo Trudy McKenzie.

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Striker Soccer Winds Up Season Trudy McKenzie Reporter

Youth league congregated at the Soccer fields located at the Vermilion Provincial Park. Each coach had planned a special The 2013 Striker Soccer season came last practice for their team, be it an exhito a close June 24th at the official windup bition game against a fellow Striker team, practice as both the Mini League and the having the teams pit themselves against a team made up of parents or just one last run through drills on a sun filled afternoon. The individual teams were then brought together to express appreciation for soccer administrators and coaches who made the season possible, followed by the presentation of the Derek Bucharski Memorial Award. The Bucharski award is presented to one team member from each of the four age groups (U12, U14, U16 and U18) who have stood out amongst their soccer peers when it comes to; dedication, team spirit, team respect, positive attitude and demonstrates good practice attendance. The award is named for Derek Bucharski an avid soccer player who participated with the Vermilion Soccer Association for nine years as a player and continued to participate with the association as a referee. A tragic accident ended the life of the young man in 2008 and that same U6 player Louis Gabriel proudly year the award was established in his sports his participation medal. The memory. Mini Striker Soccer League received Receiving a new soccer ball, trophy and sponsorship from Tim Hortons this year; sponsorship that came with new having their name etched on the plaque player shirts, year end medals and for 2013 was U12 player, Daniel Zhao, cool drinks for the windup celebration. U14 player, Jordan Bush, U16 player

Matthew Pulyk and U18 player Dustin Stenne. Congratulations were also extended to U16 Vermilion Hayaman and U12 Ve r m i l ion Ree boys soccer teams, who will be heading off to Recipients of the Derek Bucharski Memorial Award were (L-R) Provincials later U12 player, Daniel Zhao, U14 player, Jordan Bush, U16 player this summer. Matthew Pulyk and U18 player Dustin Stenne. Photos Trudy McKenzie.

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Tim Bits Get the Ball Rolling at Soccer Windup

U3 Tim Bit players (L) Payton Smith and Cole Cusack practice their ball handling skills during a game of British Bull Dog, where the youngsters must move the ball from one end of the field to the other and avoid getting tagged. These early starters to the Striker Soccer program along with their parent escorts spent their last practice demonstrating the skills picked up during the 2013 season, which for the young athletes meant learning how to run, listen and love the sport of soccer.

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