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Cake And Controversy Trudy McKenzie Reporter

July 20th saw the official opening of the East Regional Waste Transfer Station located west of Mannville on Range Road 92. The facility opened its gates in April and has been in full operation since but, July 20th was to be the day to celebrate the successful collaboration between numerous municipalities, county, provincial and federal governments in the development and construction of the facility.

Funds for the project were achieved through contributions from the municipal and county partners along with a $426,208 grant from the federal govern-

Leon Benoit marked the of f icial opening of the East Regional Waste Transfer Station July 20th. The federal gover nment a s si sted the multi community project with a $426,000 grant through the federal Gas Tax Fund

ment Gas Tax Fund and a $590,656 grant from the Provincial Municipal Sustainability Initiative.

The Transfer Station came about as a collaborative plan between the Villages of Innisfree, Minburn and Mannville and the County of Minburn to find a solution to their aging landfill site. It will provide a sustainable long term plan for solid waste management and will service just over 2300 residents who reside in the partnered municipalities.

The solid waste delivered to this East Regional Transfer Station has been contracted to the Two Hills Regional Waste Commission who will deliver the solid waste collected at the site to a Regional Transfer Station Authority weekly.

With the new Transfer Station in full operation the process of capping the old landfill will now get underway and following the capping process the old facility will then be monitored for the next 25 years.

The partnership will divide the expenses of the new transfer station based on a percentage of the overall population for the area. Costs to cap and monitor the retired landfill will also be divided between the partnerships.

Preceding the ribbon and cake cutting ceremonies speeches were presented.

County of Minburn Councillor, Richard Wagner took the opportunity to express gratitude to, “The people who have helped to make this project a success and who continue to assist in its operations; the federal and provincial governments for their grant funding, the County of Minburn, the Villages of Innisfree, Minburn and Mannville their councils and their staff, Associated Engineering

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Serving up the sweets were the ladies from the Mannville Historical Society who provided two cakes for the cake cutting ceremony performed by; L-R Village of Minburn Mayor, Tom Rafuse, County of Minburn Councillor, Richard Wagner, Vegreville-Wainwright MP, Leon Benoit and Village of Mannville Deputy Mayor, Margaret Hatch. Photos Trudy McKenzie.

Alberta Ltd., Environmental Metal Works, Forward Construction, Two Hills Regional Waste Management Commission, Transfer Station operators Dave and Georgieanna Gingell and the residents of the community.”

Addressing the gathered VegrevilleWainwright MP, Leon Benoit noted, “In 2009, our government doubled the amount of the Gas Tax Fund to $2 billion annually. In 2011, we passed legislation to make the fund a permanent annual investment. And under the Economic Action Plan 2013, we announced that we would index the fund beginning in 2014.”

Benoit later stated, “This project is extremely important for the area and is exactly the kind of thing that we think the federal government should be involved in.

Under the constitution the federal government has no responsibility to be involved in a project like this but we heard when we got into government eight years ago the need for serious infrastructure investment across the country and it is no secret that things are getting tougher all the time. So we decided that we would do something about it.”

On behalf of the Village of Mannville the Deputy Mayor, Margaret Hatch stated, “What you see as you look around today, is the culmination of the vision, planning, hard work and the determination of individuals who set the vision and doggedly pursued funding and community support.”

Minburn Mayor, Tom Rafuse took the opportunity in his public address to ask for answers and express concerns. “We are a community of 110 people our only income is from our tax base and grants.”

Addressing the planned costs to be shared

to cap the old landfill he noted, “Closing the old landfill site from what I hear will cost 1.5 million dollars, Minburn with 110 people, their cost would be $68,000 bucks.” Continuing Rafuse explained that the first pick up of Minburn’s waste by the newly contracted Two Hills Commission driver has offered him cause for concern as charges for the solid waste are billed on an honour system. The failure to weigh the solid waste being picked up prior to its delivery to the Two Hills facility leaves room for doubt when the bill arrives, “Our old garbage truck holds 10 cubic yards and we have never filled that truck, the first day he was there he was going to charge us for 9 full bins, that’s 27 cubic yards. I got him down to 6. I asked at every meeting to put a scale on that truck, we have no idea what weight our garbage is, other than the weights given from Two Hills. This is a 10 year contract, a scale on a truck is $10,000 why we’re not doing it I don’t know.”

Rafuse expressed frustration at being unable to receive solid numbers with which to plan budgets and acquire grants and a need for the committee to bring forward such information in a more timely manner to assist all the municipalities in their planning.

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Wind Power Public Open House Shannon O’Connor Reporter Representatives from E.ON Climate and Renewables (EC&R) and the environmental consulting firm Golder Associates, held a Public Open House on Tuesday, July 16 from 4-8 p.m. at the Elks Hall in Vermilion to discuss the proposed Wind Creek Project in the Counties of Vermilion and Minburn.

Display boards detailing pertinent information regarding the planning and development of the Grizzly Bear Wind Creek Power Project were set up in the Hall. This included a map depicting the location of the 50 turbines within the 15, 000-acre project consisting of private land, which is subject to approval from the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC).

The project layout presented “represents E.ON’s proposed final turbine layout and is preparing the Alberta Utilities Commission application in the next few weeks. E.ON will also be applying to the Counties of Minburn and Vermilion River for development permits shortly,” s a i d E.O N ’s Re p re s e nt ati ve G a r y Martens.

According to the AUC’s pamphlet on Public Involvement in Needs or Facilities Applications (which were made available at the Open House), public consultation prior to applying to the Commission for approval is required, “so that concerns may be properly raised, properly addressed and if possible, resolved.”

In total 21 people signed the “signin” sheet. According to Martens, a single entry may represent couples, while some people present may not have signed in at all. Farmers and landowners who have already signed a 30-year contract with E.ON agreeing to have wind turbines placed on their land, were present.

One such farmer was, Alice Stafinski who said she found E.ON representatives more than willing to listen to her concerns. “I was worried that the underground line wouldn’t be deep enough for some of our farm equipment,” said Stafinski. When she and other farmers brought it up with E.ON representatives, they agreed to change the depth stipulated from two and one half feet to three feet.

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Stafinski has dealt with oil and gas wells on her property and said the representatives from E.ON are easier to work with regarding right of access notification and sensitivity to farming and site issues.

Stafinski will have three turbines placed on her property and said she was initially concerned about the noise from the turbines and its possible effects. She feels the turbines placed on her property are sufficiently far from her residence but did raise a concern about the close proximity of one of the turbines to dwellings on Hutterite Colony land. In the proposed site plan, the closest turbine to a residential dwelling is 670 meters.

According to the noise impact assessment conducted by Golder and Associates, the noise made by the turbines complies with Rule 012 of the AUC’s standards.

However, the noise impact assessm e n t d o e s n o t a cco u n t fo r l owfrequency noise, (infrasound), also known as “Wind Turbine Syndrome.”

Presently, Health Canada is studying the potential health impacts of wind turbine noise, “in particular low frequency noise, which continue to be knowledge gaps in this area.” Among other things, quality of life, chronic illness, sleep quality, and stress will be measured. The results of this study are due to be released in 2014.

Golder and Associates also conducted environmental studies in the proposed area that began in 2011 and that are ongoing. According to the information available at the Open House, these studies have focused on “Wildlife - birds, bats and specific sensitive species; Vegetation – habitat mapping and listed plant studies; Wetlands – mapping and classification; Sound-effects assessment and Historical Resources- archaeological and cultural features, in compliance with the Historical Resources Act.” Associate Wildlife Ecologist and Manger of the Prairies Region Power Section with Golder Associates, Stephen Glendinning said “siting” turbines helps to address ecological/environmental concerns. Simply put, this means avoiding placing turbines in cultivated fields or established wetlands or by nesting sites whenever possible.

This is not always possible, however,

People perused the display set up by E.ON at their Open House for the Grizzly Bear Wind Creek Power Project on Tuesday, July 16 at the Elk’s Hall in Vermilion.

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because the major consideration of siting is to consider wind resource availability.

On-going post construction monitoring of the project will be conducted to assess any damage to the environment.

However, when it comes to bird and bat mortality, there is no provincial standard in place, that states what an acceptable threshold is, said Glendinning.

E.ON is a subsidiary of E.ON A.G.,

which is one of the largest energy companies in the world and operates 1,765 wind turbines in North America.

The Grizzly Bear Creek Wind Power Project is one of its first projects in Canada.

If E.ON’s applications to the Counties and AUC are approved, the target for construction and operation of the Wind Power Project is set for 2015.

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RCMP Reports K i t s coty RCMP A t t e n d Hotel Fire Kitscoty RCMP were attending to the Wheatfield Inn located in Kitscoty, Alberta, for unrelated matters, when they smelled smoke and heard a fire alarm sound in the attached Hotel. Police searched the location and determined that the fire

was originating in the laundry facility.

The staff were attempting to control the fire but were having difficulty with the flames as well as the heavy smoke that was being created.

Police located a nearby fire extinguisher and were successful in suppressing the fire which was determined to have started in a dryer vent. A significant amount of heavy smoke had filled the hallways and Police went door to door to ensure that everyone was evacuating and that no persons had been overcome with smoke.

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The fire is considered accidental in nature and no charges are currently being considered. There were no injuries reported.

Two Hills RCMP Investigate Fuel Theft from Plain Lake Colony On July 19th, 2013, Two Hills RCMP we’re advised of a fuel theft that occurred overnight at the Plain Lake Hutterite Colony near Two Hills, AB. A witness heard the fuel pump running at approximately 12:30am, and seen a white pickup truck drive away from the area. No additional details are available at this time. The amount of fuel stolen is currently unknown.

Two Hills RCMP asking for the public’s assistance in identifying person(s) responsible for the theft. The public is also encouraged to call immediately 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.tipsubmit.com.

crossed the median, across the westbound lanes and continued into the north ditch. The vehicle then struck the embankment of the railway tracks and flipped onto its roof. CN Rail was notified and all trains were halted until the vehicle was removed from the vicinity.

Innisfree Fire Department, the Vegreville Fire Department and Vegreville EMS attended. The 46 year old driver and 45 year old male passenger, both males from the Wainwright area were transported to St. Joseph’s Hospital in Vegreville. Both were treated and later released with minor injuries from hospital.

The RCMP investigation of the collision revealed alcohol and drugs being a factor. Cocaine was recovered as well as other drug paraphernalia.

The driver is facing charges of Dangerous Driving. Both males are also facing charges of Possession of Cocaine the Purpose of Trafficking. Names are not being released pending formal swearing of charges. Both are set to appear in Court in Vegreville on August 19, 2013.

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Editorial

Satisfying The Social Need The campers began to arrive last we e k . We l l ve r s e d Vermilion Fairgoers smartly securing a parking spot for their weekend accommodations.

Like th e calm b efo re th e s to rm subtle changes will continue to take over Vermilion through the week. The ride contractor will arrive and the fields behind the Stadium and Agricultural offices will begin their transformation from flat field to thrill park.

The parking lots and College fields around the Agricultural grounds will continue to fill steadily creating a tent or camper city around the grounds.

Excitement will build in businesses and on the streets as locals and visitors anticipate the fair’s opening.

Thursday will see pancake breakfasts feeding early birds arriving for the Vermilion Parade. Then in a riot of colour, clowns and farm equipment the parade will herald the fair opening with an hour long lead up to the gate. Winding its way from Railway Avenue, down Mainstreet, past the hospital and on to the Agricultural grounds the parade will pass crowds of young and young at heart spurred ever forward by the triumphant blow of red fire trucks announcing that the Vermilion Fair has arrived.

Humans for the most part are social creatures.

Whether we care to admit it or not, there is a drive, an almost imperative, to be in the company of another, to receive approval and acceptance from ones peers and those of like mind.

It is the rare human that can forego the company of all others and simply exist off on their own. Even those infamous cowboys of old, those who spent a great deal of time out on the range, alone with their livestock would find themselves driven to partake in social events now and again.

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open prairies that existed in our area over 10 0 years ago. The spells of long lonely nights and days as these homesteaders worked the land built their homes and strived to create a place they could call their own. A great many of these newcomers were men on their own. They had arrived to this untamed countr y set upon readying a homestead for new brides or young families. How important it must have been for these men to get an opportunity to gather together, share lessons learned or simply to hear the voice of another while sharing the bounty of one another’s table.

Surely it was this need for companionship that gave birth to the early fair.

As wives and children arrived the fa i r wo u l d have b e g u n to evo lve.

Competitions, tests of skill, food and games would offer folks entertainment beyond simply gathering for companionship.

This week Vermilion’s population will nearly quadruple as folks arrive to take in the 107th Annual Vermilion Fair and in as much as this modern fair likely bears little resemblance to those first fairs, there remains at its core the same historical staples that have seen the fair continue year after year; good food, good friends and good times.

There will be competition as neighbours measure their livestock or the products of their gardens against one another, as modified tractors strive to pull the sled across the finish line and as crowds gather to see chucks and chariots race around the track in their bid to participate in the year end finals.

Th ere will b e p lent y of swe et s, treats and other gastronomic delights to tempt, entertaining rides to amuse all ages and plenty of opportunities to create new memories.

Family reunions, school reunions and even neighbours separated by time and geography will reconnect as the modern day fairgoers stroll

Letter To The Editor I a g r e e w i t h M r. M c Fa d z e a n ’ s comments, for the most par t as a general comment, but I argue that the “Hire a Student” programs are an important exception to the rule.

These particular students are taking a summer break from post-secondar y institutions which should help them get a good job upon graduation, but are not ready for the workplace

yet. The Canada Summer Jobs and similar programs are designed to give job experience in the students’ areas of training and to provide a needed community service.

So, no Robert, I haven’t forgotten my Reform roots.

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through the grounds bumping into new faces or reminiscing with these familiar friends and not unlike their ancestors before them, revel in the companionship offered by the annual event.

It is the honouring of these historical staples, the agricultural focus b l e n d e d wi th th r i l l r i d e s a n d to p enter tainment that seems to draw fairgoers to Vermilion year after year.

This along with the strong volunteer and community support for the event that has seen the Vermilion fair a success time and again.

With fair attendance reaching upwards of 22,000 in a town of 5,000 the Vermilion Fair is a significant success story that has built on its historic roots and perpetuated a tradition that boosts the local economy and satisfies the individual need for connection.

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Deep Sea Adventure…Part 1 Neil B. Stratton Columnist

Well folks I am back from my great deep sea fishing adventure, and to say it was an adventure would be an understatement, it was a lifetime of amazing adventures.

The trip or drive there alone was one adventure in itself and one I most likely will never do again, as I am not one that likes to be confined in a vehicle for 20 hours while there is so much to explore out there.

Although it was brutal for me, the sights and scenery were second to none; the majestic mountains get more beautiful and breathtaking every time I see them.

Once we reached the scenic Alberta Mountains I wanted to stop every mile and take in the exhilarating outdoors in all its glory, if it was left to me the trip would have taken a week there alone.

Although British Colombia is all grand mountains, nothing is as spectacular as Alberta’s share of the Rocky Mountains. I will return just to explore and have the chance once again to take it all in. If you haven’t been through Jasper National Park right here in Alberta, you really are missing out on one of the grandest places on earth. I suggest adding this adventure to your

“bucket list”.

We took two vehicles, one a gigantic recreational vehicle, with all the comforts of home, and my adventure sharing friend Blaine’s full size diesel pickup which was towing the deep sea fishing boat. Unfortunately I chose to ride with Blaine in the pickup. It was unfortunate only as I felt confined with a giant outdoor playground tempting me. But, there are few I trust as much, as far as driving in such adventures.

After what felt like a lifetime in itself, we stopped somewhere deep in the interior of BC after around 10 hours of nonstop driving, and in the deep darkness of the mountains got a couple of hours of sleep in the Recreational trailer. Which was perfect as at sunrise we were on the way once again but at least it was a clear and sunny day good for staring at all the beauty I have never seen before. This clear and sunny, I found became more rare the closer we got to the Pacific Ocean.

As we neared Prince Rupert, I was a while to get used to.

As I made my way to the ocean that as excited and giddy as a youngster on had eluded and amazed me for over a Xmas morning and I noticed a peculiar half a century, I couldn’t help but notice dead fish smell that grew stronger the the 7 or 8 Bald and Golden Eagles that closer we got. flew overhead like seagulls at a fast Finally we dropped into a valley, food restaurant.

I rolled up my pant came around a corner and there it all legs on the way down to the water was. It was overwhelming for me, there and without hesitation splashed knee lay Prince Rupert, the ocean with huge deep into the Pacific Ocean.

I stood docks filled with every sized sea vessel there mesmerised, raised my arms in imaginable. Massive ships docked in celebration at having crossed off one the harbour, the size of two of our prai- of the top items on my “Bucket list”. I rie city blocks. We splashed water on my face and dipped Tree & Stump drove straight to the my fingers in and tasted the ocean, removal. boat launch unloaded wanting to get the full experience…yup…

Pruning the boat and as soon tasted like salted dead fish!!!

60’ Reach I stood there in the ocean for half as we stopped, I was an hour looking at all that was foreign out absorbing everyto me, even the kelp and seaweed was thing. Including that fascinating.

I found a huge star fish on p e c u l ia r d e a d f i s h shore, admired it, then placed it back smell, it was at its into the ocean. s t r o n g e s t n o w. I t Chipper didn’t take long to I then realised my legs and feet figure out that it was Insured were numb, brrr the Northern Pacific the ocean smell that Ocean is dang cold. I decided my plan Free Quote everyone spoke of, to swim 3” sure widetake version in it would certainly off my list that would of things to do while there.

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We dropped the boat off and drove it over to the “Yacht Club” as they called it. The dock was a maze of a dock system that later shocked me with its marvel alone.

After docking and preparing the boat, we then found the RV Park and docked it as well, which would be our home for over a week. By the time we set up and got organized it was late evening.

Our Captain decided it was too late to head out fishing, so we just unwound and relaxed in camp around the campfire as it was a warm and beautiful sunny evening. That sunny and clear evening would be the last we would see as we found the weekly weather forecast was rain…rain and fog…rain with fog, wind… with a slight chance of sunshine.

Something that was hard to get used to at first, but I was to learn the ocean was a weird but wonderful place with amazing things that are still hard for me to comprehend or understand.

I could fill a small book on this exciting adventure, so stay tuned for next week as I write about the action packed fishing, with six species of salmon, halibut, rockfish and even shark to mention a few that were caught.

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Issue 470 July 22, 2013

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Franklin

The Culture Of Guns Franklin Wolters Columnist

On my earliest memories as a kid growing up in a basically untamed as yet, wild country, firearms were ever present and necessary to protect our yard from predators bent on making meals of our stock. My dad taught brother and I the safe handling of any firearm and Mom saw to it that we NEVER pointed a gun at anything that wasn’t a legitimate target. That especially referred to any person for sure.

I can’t remember ever getting too far from the house unarmed in case a varmint that might cause trouble would appear. We tried not to kill a fur bearing animal if it wasn’t in prime season, but a coyote would get smoked up as we said, to teach the critter he was unwelcome too close to our stock.

We (brother and I) were encouraged to be good shots and make the first shot count as Dad would lecture, time after time. In short the careful handling and use of firearms was a priority and there were no exceptions to the rule. I think most farm kids were raised in a similar manner and considering how many were involved, gun incidents were rare. Remember the gun rack mounted on the back window of our pickups. It was a common fixture in our area and I don’t ever remember many guns being stolen from trucks being broken into.

Somehow now all that’s changed and now even the police find it necessary to break into houses left vacant in a flood

and such like that. Times have surely changed and I hope that gun owners who have actually broken no laws will not be adversely affected. I don’t think I like the thought that because we like hunting or shooting we are some sort of undesirable that needs to be kept a close eye on. I remember the saying that if our government doesn’t trust us maybe we shouldn’t trust them to guard our rights and freedoms either.

Somehow our freedoms are ALREADY being eroded by a considerable degree.

I think we should all talk to our M.P. and voice our concerns. I’m all in favor of punishing anyone who is involved in a criminal use of firearms, especially in a commission of holdups or a family situation. I can understand firearms being confiscated in that instant, but only then. We need to know we are safe from illegal search and seizure otherwise!!

Our venture into registration of firearms was a costly bit of political posturing that prevented or solved absolutely no crime, and caused such a tangle of red tape for law abiding folks and deterred not one single drug dealer or criminal. I don’t believe in sporting rifles that shoot with incessant magazines or even hand guns as they are so easily concealed, but guns are not the problem, people are though, and we have to keep laws that punish those who break them. I don’t think disarming the ordinary citizen is the answer.

Wouldn’t it be really something to go back a way and have things as they were, but now we do have all kinds

of drug problems and corresponding fit the crime, maybe we could all rest conflict over all that. I guess also the easier in our beds. stress of our modern life has contributed to family violence and people The resort to guns to settle differences, its hard times for many people. With all the excitement about gun control, 45 Years of hardly a day goes by without the news Custom Made Craftmanship of a death by stabbing somewhere in • Boat Covers • RV Awnings and Enclosures our capital city. People have to face • Truck Tarps • Windshield Covers • Roll ups • Commercial Awnings the reality that PEOPLE kill PEOPLE, • Hunter Tents • Insulated Wraps not guns or knives. Some where it • Banners • Quality Material Only notes in the good book that killing is • Repairs • Saddlery and Shoe Repair illegal and I’m sure it’s against the Wessels in Mannville • 763-3789 law in our courts too, if we could just get the judges to make the sentences

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This type of talk is often what makes me unpopular with some folk in our business. Many people feel the inspector has no right to interfere with “the deal”. In some respects I agree that the inspector’s job is to remain unbiased and simply offer an opinion on the condition of the home, but as I explained in the last few issues I have come to understand that people are relying on my expertise.

Recently I have noticed a new intensity in the interest in home inspections. This has been good for my business of course but it has also meant that most home inspectors are booked at least a week or two in advance. The new trend I am noticing is that this process of buying a home in our area at least, is very rushed and stressful. I have heard that many home purchasers are being told they need to drop the home inspection condition or they will not be able meet the conditions of the contract on time. First of all if you are in this situation, I recommend that you refuse to waive this condition as you may be making a big mistake. It is kind of like going to the dentist and asking him to pull your sore tooth and telling him not to bother checking the x-rays to find out which one needs to be pulled.

If your “deal” is going to fall through unless you sign off on your good judgment then you need to consider a couple of things. First of all you could lose the home to another buyer – not likely going to happen but it’s possible. Secondly you need to ask the realtor why the removal of conditions is set so close to the signing of the offer to purchase. They know there could be a week or two wait to get an inspector or an appraiser for that matter. Take your time, Take your time, do I need to say it again, take your time and get it right. Buying a $300,000.00 – $400,000.00 home must not be rushed! Even if you do not hire me, find a friend or contractor to help you make an informed choice. Good luck out there!

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Lonsdale

Lies My Brother Told Me Margaret Lonsdale

imagined Schnagalda [pronounced Schnuh-GALL-duh] as an old but not too old woman of some agility. Her Schnagalda lived shoulder-length black hair hung in i n t h e b a s e m e n t . scraggly bits around a pointy little S h e d i d n ’ t m i n d face. Her eyes were bright and shiny dark spaces or the dampness. Maybe and small and black. She wore a cloth she found it peaceful down there by cap, beige in colour, a grey kneeherself subsisting on spiders and length dress, white knee socks, and a pickled whatever-it-was that swam in pair of black pointy boots with pointed the murky waters of the canning jars little heels, one inch high. Yes, her lined up along that shelf propped up overall appearance, as I recall, was against the northeast wall. Maybe she definitely pointy. And diminutive. You enjoyed the music of the old washing can’t be too large if you live without machine and the furnace kicking in at sunlight in a damp basement eating regular intervals. Or the sound of our nothing but spiders and dirt forever, footsteps stomping around from one I suppose.

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I t was s afe o n S atu rday m o r nings in summer when the sun shone bright through the kitchen windows.

Sometimes, the white basement door stayed open for the whole morning and people took turns galloping up and down the stairs to get something, or to put another load of laundry into the dryer. It would have been dumb to pull the door closed and lock it each time, and you would never do that anyway when somebody was down there.

Most people wouldn’t anyway.

Sometimes, after dark, Schnagalda could be annoying. She might have been rearranging the canning jars or rattling up some of my brother’s leftover radio parts. He always tossed them into boxes down there and stuck them away up on the shelves so that th ey ’d b e rea dy th e n ex t tim e h e felt the urge to construct something electronic that no one had ever seen before. Schnagalda, I think, just made the scratching noises under the hallway to make Tiger, our cat, jumpy.

I never actually met her, but my

brother warned me about her unpredic table nature. Once, he showed me the bite marks left on his arm, a remembrance of the time when he teased Schnagalda about her being a s t i n k y b a s e m e n t d w e l l e r. Yo u shouldn’t make fun of people, especially if they live in your very own basement full time.

Sometimes, I threw bits of apple or a piece of candy downstairs into the darkness. I’d do it lightning fast, careful not to open the door too wide so that I couldn’t pull it closed again fast enough before she came. The effort sped up my heart rate so that I could hear it pounding loud as a bass drum inside my head, but even scary basement dwellers deserve a treat.

Twice. That ’s all I ever snooped through my brother’s pants pockets while he was sleeping. I took seven nickels and a few shiny pennies for my collection. And that guitar pick that looked like a seashell. Unless he invited me into his room to rub his toes or to take his dirty dishes to the kitchen, I mostly just stayed away from his stuff. It just wouldn’t have been worth the risk of having to spend the whole night locked in the basement with Schnagalda.

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Balaneski

Financial Knot Meagan S.Balaneski have always paid equally for each expense, but if joint finances makes more sense for Columnist you, consider establishing a consent miniSeven years ago I mum. Requiring the other’s approval isn’t moved in with Darcy the point – keeping them informed of your on a whim. Fate will spending habits is.

If you’re moving in with someone who be fate, and you can’t resist being with the person you’re meant already owns property, the co-habitation to be with. But there are some ways of agreement should outline the status of the non-owner, whether they’re paying rent doing it smarter.

The first step is to draw up a cohabita- to the owner, or whether they will share in tion agreement. It cannot and should not the increase in value of the property. If one replace a prenuptial. It is simply there to of the partners has children, the responsidefine the aspects of the pre-marriage bilities for child-related expenses need to be very clear. Otherwise the non-parent relationship.

The main part will include expense member could find themselves a paying responsibilities. It should outline what the child support if the relationship ends.

Here are some other quick tips for regular procedures are, and which circumstances invite compromise. Darcy and I getting started on a financially sound path:

Keep your own separate bank account.

According to a 2011 census, nonIf one spouse takes out more money married couples make up for about 14% from a joint bank account than the other of all couples in Canada, and that number considers acceptable, there is no real legal is rising. If you have questions on buildrecourse. ing habits that lead to financial success Keep individual credit cards (and thus or for more information on creating and individual credit scores). It looks better on preserving a plan for your financial future, paper, and it is much preferable if the rela- speak with your financial advisor today. tionship dissolves.

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Dawns Eats Dawn Hames Columnist

Eggs Benedict is a weekend breakfast favorite. The hollandaise sauce is always the highlight. This dish dates back to 1860 and has its origins at Delmonico’s Restaurant has in the city of New York.

It consists of a toasted English muffin covered with a slice of cooked ham or Canadian bacon. A poached egg goes on top of the ham and then the masterpiece... the hollandaise sauce that tops it all off. The modern hollandaise is one of the five mother sauces in French cuisine. Like any famous dish there are many variations.

My recipe has evolved and developed over time. In my first attempts at making hollandaise sauce I followed the pure methods of cooking with constant whisking over a double boiler.

At the same time I was trying to make the coffee, toast the muffins, warm the cooked ham and poach the eggs. I though yeesh... who can do all this at once!

I then tried a microwave method which is done with great ease in no time at all, and can be quickly cooked just before the assembly of the eggs Bene-

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Whether you cook the sauce over a double boiler or in the microwave, careful attention is needed to make sure the sauce does not overcook, as overheating causes separation in the sauce giving it a curdled appearance. If it curdles you can try adding a little cream and beating it smooth. Undercooking the sauce will result in a runny hollandaise sauce.

This recipe has a rich taste even though it is lighter than many of the versions that use anywhere from 1 / 2 cup to 1 cup of butter. Here is my easy recipe and microwave method that you won’t find anywhere else.

Hollandaise Sauce 2 egg yolks 1 / 3 cup butter 1 / 3 cup cream 3 teaspoons fresh squeezed lemon juice 1 teaspoon prepared mustard 1 / 4 teaspoon sea salt Dash of cayenne or black pepper In a microwave safe bowl (I use a Corelle cereal bowl) melt the butter, stir in the cream and then stir in the egg yolks, 2 teaspoons lemon juice and the mustard. Cook on high in the microwave for 30 seconds, and then stir the sauce. Replace the sauce back in the

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Myrnam Agricultural Fair

Practicing Parade Marshal 1 1/2 year old Dawson Axley spoke to the crowd at the Myrnam Fair Parade on Saturday, July 13

The RCMP led the way in the Myrnam Ag Fair Parade.

The lipstick mark of “Baba” was everywhere at the Myrnam Ag Fair on Saturday, July 20. Here it appeared on Apprentice Parade Marshal, Norm Gueutal. Charlotte Tkachuk (a.k.a Baba) won 1st prize in the Comic category in the Fair’s parade.

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Harper Government Supports Community-Based Primary Health Care CIHR Release

The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, announced the funding of 12 research teams focused on improving Community-Based Primary Health Care (CBPHC) in Canada and other countries. The Minister was accompanied by Nina Grewal, Member of Parliament for Fleetwood-Port Kells.

The 12 CBPHC Innovation Teams will work across provincial, territorial, and national jurisdictions to develop innovative solutions to improve the delivery of primary health care. The researchers will tackle pressing challenges such as chronic disease prevention and management, and access issues for vulnerable populations.

“Community-Based Primary Health Care is the heart of our health care system,” said the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health. “Our Government understands that, for most Canadians, primary health care is the most frequent point of contact with the health care system, and we are committed to strengthening this front line of care. I am particularly pleased that the teams we are supporting today will also focus on ways to improve access for those most vulnerable among us.”

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Sponsored Support For Mannville Golf Course Trudy McKenzie Reporter

Mannville’s Riverview Golf Course has seen much sponsored activity this year both on and off the course.

Built in 1994 the par 35 course will soon see the campground expansion completed. A sponsored arrangement organized between the Village of Mannville and sponsor Midwest Pipeline the expansion will enhance the vacationing experience of holidaying golfers visiting the challenging 9 hole course.

On the course, the sponsorship of Bulldog

Energy Group has ensured attractive greens flags will grace each hole for the next three years. Obtaining the flags, 27 in total, at a cost of $4,500 the local company offered the course their support and presented the flags on July 15th.

“We were happy to help and support our hometown,” shared Kyle Cadman, Owner and General Manager at Bulldog Energy Group.

The company stepped up after learning of the need for the flags from Dave Yake, Riverview Golf Course Greens Superintendant.

Yake expressed deep appreciation to Bulldog Energy Group, “We appreciate the local sponsorship of this calibre and any support

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Stacking Agronomic Practices To Maximize Wheat Yield Agri-News Submitted

A new research study could increase yields and profitability for Alberta wheat producers.

“The research is investigating three agronomic practices: supplemental nitrogen fertilizer, plant growth regulators (PGRs) and foliar fungicide applications,” says Sheri Strydhorst, agronomic research scientist, Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development (ARD), Barrhead.

Strydhorst is leading the new research which aims to determine the synergistic benefits of stacking agronomic practices to maximize wheat yield.

“There have been a number of studies looking at these individual practices, but there is very limited research testing their combined, and potentially synergistic, effects,” she says.

“For example, supplemental nitrogen fertilizer and foliar fungicides may each individually increase yields by five per cent, but when

used in combination with PGRs is it possible to achieve a 20 per cent yield increase?”

Nitrogen fertilizer applications can increase yield and profitability. Supplemental nitrogen fertilizer applied at the time of maximum crop uptake can maximize yield potential, while late season applications tend to only increase grain protein content. High nitrogen fertilizer rates can cause crop lodging. The research study will investigate the yield benefits associated with applying urea ammonium nitrate at multiple rates with and without a urease inhibitor, during the time of maximum crop uptake.

“There is a lot of interest in using PGRs in intensive management systems,” says Strydhorst. “If applied at the correct growth stage and under ideal conditions, PGRs will produce shorter (2 to 15 cm shorter), thicker and stronger stems that improve lodging resistance.

Although occasional yield increases have been reported, the main purpose of PGRs is to reduce lodging associated with high input production, reduce combine harvest time, and

reduce straw production. The research project will study the effects of two PGRs (Cycocel and Ethrel) in high input production systems.”

Foliar fungicides must protect the upper canopy leaves to permit a longer period for grain fill, which leads to higher yields, and increased kernel weight. The research project will study the effects of single foliar fungicide applications made at the time of flag leaf extension and a second foliar fungicide application made 14 days later when the wheat head is half emerged.

The final component of this study is to examine genetic responses to agronomic practices.

“International research has shown that cultivars respond differently to supplemental nitrogen fertilizer, PGRs and foliar fungicides,” explains Strydhorst. “This study will investigate how current Alberta wheat varieties respond to intensive agronomic management and if some cultivars are more responsive than others.”

There are 48 treatments in this study to

examine the synergistic benefits of stacking two and/or three of these agronomic practices.

“In addition to assessing yield benefits, a basic economic analysis will be conducted to determine the return on investment associated with individual and stacked agronomic practices,” says Strydhorst. “One of the study’s guiding principles is to ensure that the increased wheat yields will cover the additional input costs associated with these intensive management systems.”

Field trials are being grown at Barrhead, Willingdon and Lacombe, Alberta, in 2013. Plot tours showcasing this research are planned for June 26 and July 22 in Barrhead. To register, call Kelly or Cindy at 780-674-8268.

The research is being funding by the Alberta Wheat Commission with in-kind support provided by ARD, Koch Agronomic Services, Kittle Farms Ltd., Don Schmermund, Brian Trueblood, Clarence Assenheimer, Greg Porozni, and Terry Young.

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Habitat Rededication Trudy McKenzie Reporter

On Friday, July 19th the Habitat for Humanity Committee members gathered at the newly purchased lot for a rededication ceremony.

The ceremony saw Reverend Greg Palmer from the Lutheran Church blessing the lot and the “Habitat for Humanity, Making Miracles Happen” sign erected on the lot.

The rededication officially kicks off the start of the new build and the Habitat for Humanity Committee members will now begin their fundraising efforts in earnest.

The fundraising effort for Vermilion’s newest build will see committee members looking to replace a nearly $90,000 shortfall, following recent provincial cutbacks. With the increase in funds needing to be raised the committee will focus solely on raising funds in 2013 with high hopes that they can begin construction in 2014.

Attending the afternoon rededication were; Left side; Holly Day-Ferguson, Linda Jacejko, Ron Roth, Brenda Ritz and Irene Long. Right side; Bryce Ashlin-Mayo, Linda Van den Dolder, Gwen Kibblewhite, Tom Kibblewhite and Rev. Greg Palmer. Photo Lusha Palmer.

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Moisture Raises Sclerotinia Stem Rot Risk Release

Sclerotinia stem rot is the most common and costly disease of canola on the Canadian Prairies, and its severity is directly related to moisture. If a field has regular rains or high humidity or both from two weeks before flowering and through flowering, then infection will occur.

“If rain or humidity continues after flowering, disease severity will increase and yield loss can be significant,” says Clint Jurke, agronomy specialist with the Canola Council of Canada. “The farm’s location and a field’s crop rotation history don’t matter so much anymore. Sclerotinia stem rot can strike anywhere.”

With early fields coming into flower across the Prairies, the management season for sclerotinia has begun. To scout, growers and agronomists could look for tiny mushroomlike apothecia in fields that were seeded to canola last year, and have petals tested for sclerotinia ascospores. “But the more important scouting steps are to look at the yield potential of the crop and check the current moisture situation for each field,” Jurke says. “A crop with a dense canopy and good yield potential, good soil moisture and lots of morning dew will likely provide a return from a fungicide application — as long as conditions stay moist.”

If conditions turn hot and dry after flowering, sclerotinia infection may not be as severe as it would be if conditions stay humid and

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moist inside the canopy. Unfortunately, rainfall over the two weeks after flowering is hard to predict, so the decision has to be based on current conditions.

Fungicide application timing for sclerotinia stem rot management is between 20 per cent and 50 per cent bloom. This timing is important. For fungicide to be effective, it has to land on petals before they fall into the canopy. Sclerotinia ascospores cannot infect plants directly. They need dead tissue, such as fallen petals adhering to leaves and stems, to continue their cycle. Decaying petals give ascospores the energy to infect the plant.

Once inside the plant, the fungus grows up and down the stem, eventually cutting off moisture and nutrient flow and killing the plant.

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“Remember that fungicides will reduce the severity of infection but will not eliminate sclerotinia completely, especially if conditions are favorable all through flowering,” Jurke says.

“Current sclerotinia tolerant varieties may reduce infection level, but with extended moisture through the sclerotinia risk period, fungicide will often provide a return on investment even when these varieties are grown,” he adds.

“Canola can reach 20 per cent flower four to five days after first flower, so prepare to assess the sclerotinia stem rot risk as soon as flowering starts.”

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SEE YOU AT THE FAIR Round Two Shannon O’Connor Reporter

Three Vermilion residents are competing in the third leg of the Border Cowboys Mounted Shooting Summer Saddle Series taking place during the Vermilion Agricultural Fair from July 25 to July 27.

They include; last year’s Highpoint Men’s Champion of the series, Duncan MacMillan as well as Jean MacMillan and Charl Duvenage.

This is the second year the Summer Series is being held in Vermilion. “The crowd really enjoyed it last year, “said MacMillan, who is also the Event Coordinator.” It’s easy watching.”

Competitors come from High Prairie, Calgary, Slave Lake, Saskatoon and Regina to name a few. Results from the Vermilion show are connected to the Cowboy Mounted Shooting Association (CMSA), the governing body of all shooting in North America. This action packed sport is also a world show qualifier with points tallied at the CMSA’s head office in Colorado.

The object of the competition is to execute accurate shooting while riding at high speed on horseback. MacMillan stressed horsemanship as the number one skill because you incur a 5-second penalty if you miss a balloon target. “I can’t run the course in 17 seconds like these young guys, but I’ll run it in 19 or 20 seconds. If they miss one balloon, I’ve got them. A good horse makes all the difference.”

MacMillan will be riding in all the categories including the rifle shoot. In this category, the first five balloons are shot with a pistol and the last five with a rifle. This requires the shooter to “drop the lines of the horse and shoot with both hands while riding at full speed with just your legs.”

It is hard to believe that MacMillan will turn 65 the first day of the fair. Cake and coffee will be served on Thursday, July 25 from 4-5 p.m. to commemorate the day. Everyone is welcome to come out and meet the shooters, he said.

In addition, five cakes will be set up on targets with a balloon atop each one. “I will make a final run of the course on Thursday and shoot the balloons off of the cakes.

They’ll be talking about that one from here to Phoenix, Arizona,” MacMillan joked.

This year the regular competition takes place at Lakeland College’s Equine Centre on July 25 from 1-4 p.m. and on July 26 and July 27 from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Between 50 and 60 participants will compete.

Twenty finalists from all the categories (rifle, rookie, pistol and shotgun), will compete in front of the Grandstand on Saturday, July 27 from 3-5 p.m. in tandem with the Heavy Hitch Show.

There is a lull between hitching horses for the Heavy Hitch Show when they need to set up the hitches for the next class.

It takes about 25 minutes, “That’s when the mounted shooters move in. When the horses are hitched for the next class, the shooters rest and so on,” said MacMillan.

“Depending on time we may have two

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to five rookie shooters in this year’s finals.”

The Rookie Championships are unique to Vermilion, added MacMillan. “We would like to try to hold on to that.”

For the first time in Canada, members who have joined the CMSA in the past year who do not have any CMSA wins under their belt are eligible to compete in this event for $1,000 in prize money.

Overall, there is approximately $15, 000 in prize money and prizes up for grabs including six Henry. 22 lever action

engraved rifles that will be awarded to the Champion of each category and one will be up for draw for the rest of the competitors.

“The sponsor’s response has been excellent in Vermilion,” noted MacMillan.

The Border Cowboys Summer Saddle Series Final takes place at the CPCA Chuckwagon Races in Lloydminster from August 16 – 18.

“Vermilion and Lloydminster are very notable shows in the whole series,” said MacMillan.

The Highpoint Men’s Champion from the 2012 Cowboy Mounted Shooting competition, Duncan MacMillan in last year’s finals in front of the Vermilion Grandstand. Photo submitted.

Cowboy Mounted Shooting™ is one of the fastest growing and most exciting equestrian sports in America.

It combines elements of Wild West Show exhibition shooting along with the skills of barrel racing, pole bending and reining while using two .45 caliber single action revolvers loaded with black powder blanks.

The object of the game is to shoot ten balloon targets while riding your mount through a variety challenging courses. It’s a timed sport in which the competitor who rides the fastest with the least amount of missed targets wins.

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Cowboy Mounted Shooting™ is open to all - CANADIAN ROOKIE CHAMPIONSHIP levels of riders and all AT VERMILION FAIR breeds of equine. Each - TOP SHOOTERS FROM Cowboy Mounted ALBERTA & SASKATCHEWAN ENTERED Shooting Association (CMSA) member enters the sport at the Class 1 OPEN TO NEW MEMBERS! level and moves up through the levels as COME DOWN AND TALK TO ALL THE NEW SHOOTERS! experience and competition wins are achieved. These include Men’s Class 1-6, and Senior Classes 1-6. All CMSA member achievements are tracked and World Points are earned at all CMSA sanctioned competitions. The number of points for each event varies and can accumulate to offer members year-end awards, prizes and contests entries.

CMSA wants you to become a part of this great American equestrian experience by becoming a member. Be prepared to meet the friendliest and most social people in the equestrian world.

Cowboy Mounted Shooting™ is a family sport dedicated to keeping our Western Heritage alive and the spirit of the West lives in the game and the people who surround it.

Entered is Level 2 Ladies World Champion, along with many more highly skilled shooters!

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SEE YOU AT THE FAIR Provincial 4-H Grand & Reserve Champion Flocks To Compete At Vermilion Fair

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Left- Right; Travis Dow Flock, Centre is Flock Class Judge, Right: Kaylie Krys Flock. Photo submitted.

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Vermilion 4-H Sheep Club members attended the Provincial Sheep Show Tire Sales & Mechanical Services in Olds, AB. Travis Dow and Kaylie Krys regis4517-47 Ave. Vermilion tered their Flock Projec ts for this (780) 853-5550 Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm Sat: 8:00am-12:00pm competition. Travis placed first taking

home Grand Champion and Kaylie Krys placed second taking home the Reserve Grand Champion. There were 8 flocks in total competing.

A Flock, for the Provincial show, consists of a Mature ewe (and her offspring), a Yearling Ewe (and her of fsp r i n g ) a n d a Ewe L a m b. T h e member (owner) is responsible for

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raising females to build their flock, la m bin g, sh ea rin g, gro o min g a n d showing.

Congratulations on all your hard work and we invite everyone to come see them compete at the Vermilion Fair Sheep Show: Thursday at 2 p.m. and Friday at 1p.m.

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Parade Chairman Russ Cameron announced there will be five celebrities in the 107th Vermilion Agricultural Fair Parade on Thursday, July 25 at 11:00 a.m. They are: Mayor B r u ce M a r r i ot t, M L A D r. Ri ch a rd Starke, MP Leon Benoit, President of Lakeland College Glen Charlesworth and the President of the Chamber of Commerce Scott Kovatsh. Cameron also mentioned the increased interest in this year’s fair from out of town.

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Parents And Caregivers Of Young Children Should Be Extra Cautious In Extreme Heat News Canada Submitted

As a parent or caregiver, you should be aware of the increased health risks to infants and young children posed by extreme heat. While all children can suffer from heat-related illnesses, at highest risk are those with asthma, heart or kidney problems, mental or physical disabilities, developmental disorders, diarrhea and those on certain medications.

I f c h i l d re n i n yo u r c a re a re a t increased risk, speak to your primary c a re p rov i d e r a b o u t th e s p e c i f i c steps you should take to minimize the dangers during very hot weather.

Yo u c a n a l s o t a ke t h e fo l l o w ing precautions to keep infants and young children safe in the heat: • Keep children hydrated by giving

them cool liquids – preferably water – before they feel thirsty.

• Dress kids in loose-fitting clothing, a breathable hat, and keep them in the shade whenever possible.

• If available, check the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) at www.airhealth. ca before leaving the house as children tend to be more sensitive to air pollution, which is often at higher levels during extreme heat.

• Learn to recognize the symptoms of heat illnesses including unusual sleepiness or temper tantrums, dizzin es s, faintin g, na usea, vo mitin g, headache, rapid heartbeat or breathing, extreme thirst and decreased urination with unusually dark yellow urine.

Young children and infants are one of the groups identified by Health Canada as having increased health risk during extremely hot weather.

How To Survive Mosquito Season Some Tips To Protect Skin And Prevent Bites News Canada (NC) Submitted With the hot, humid, and dry summer months ahead, we can finally look forward to being outdoors and enjoying all the fun activities summer has to offer. However, summer is also a time where mosquitoes and deer ticks like to roam and make our lives miserable and uncomfortable.

Here are some tips and recommendations to make sure you make it through mosquito season: • Wear light-coloured, loose clothes and avoid scented produc ts when outdoors, especially from dusk to dawn, which is the peak feeding time for certain mosquitoes.

• Remove areas of standing water near your house as they can be breeding areas for mosquitoes.

• Clean Gutters: Gutters clogged with debris allow stagnant water to form perfect landing zones for mosquito eggs.

• Wear closed shoes and a hat to avoid deer ticks. Tuck pants into socks.

• Inspect your clothing and body after exploring wooded or grassy areas.

The best way to reduce bites is to use an insect repellent when spending time outdoors in mosquito-infested areas.

Unfortunately not everyone takes these precautions. According to a survey conducted by Harvard University for the Harvard School of Public Health Project

on the Public and Biological Security, 45 percent of adults in the United States did not take precautions to prevent mosquito bites.

Some theorize that it’s because some older repellents with DEET are greasy and have an unpleasant odour, so people don’t like to use them. Many people don’t realize there are new odourless and non-greasy products on the market today that make taking precautions against bug bites much easier.

In fact, Avon, the creators of the iconic Skin So Soft product line, launched a new bug repellent in Canada last year – Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus Icaridin – that provides strong and dependable repellency against mosquitoes for up to five hours and deer ticks for up to seven hours.

Its key repelling agent, Icaridin, is an effective alternative ingredient to DEET. It has a pleasant scent, is non-greasy and has a light, clean feel when applied.

Icaridin has been used worldwide since 1998, and is one of the best selling active ingredients contained in insect repellent products in Europe. In the U.S., Icardian is known as Picaridin.

The Skin So Soft Bug Guard Plus Picaridin has offered protection in the U.S. for those wanting to enjoy outdoor activities without the nuisance and concerns of bug bites since 2006. It is now available in Canada through Avon Independent Sales Representatives. More information can be found at www.avon.ca.

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Prepared To Be Judged Shannon O’Connor Reporter

Vermilion and Area Garden Club members were busy pruning, weeding and deadheading the flowers around the Tourist Information Booth on Friday, July 19 in preparation for the arrival of the Communities In Bloom Judges who are due in town on Wednesday, July 24.

Communities In Bloom (CIB) is a nationwide non-profit organization dedicated to growing pride within communities through the program. Vermilion has participated in this program since 1999 and has performed very well in the past, winning the Provincial Title in 2000, and taking the National Title in 2010.

There have been CIB events in Vermilion throughout the summer that have contributed to the town’s overall polished look. Basket and flowerbed planting in this year’s signature colours of green and gold, in honour of Lakeland College’s one hundred year anniversary, has put the town in a very pretty position.

Director of Community Services for the Town of Vermilion Shawn Bell and CIB Committee Chair Kim McMinis, will tour the town with Judges Bob Lewis and Lucie Gagne on Thursday, July 25.

Lucie Gagne is a Pest Survey Biologist

from Quebec whose job as a horticultur- that you could clean up. “Every effort is 26. The results will be announced during alist specialist led to her representing the appreciated,” said Kim McMinis. these ceremonies.

Canadian government in the Netherlands The National Ceremonies take place for a bulb inspection program. According in Ottawa Gatineau from October 23 to to her bio she is above all else, passionate about gardens!

B o b Lew i s i s a reti re d National Capital Parks Director from Ontario. He has been associated with CIB for 14 years and is the current Chairman.

Vermilion will be judged in a select category; the Circle of Champions and the Judges will consider eight criteria: tidiness, environmental action, heritage conservation, urban forestry, landscape, floral displays, turf and groundcover and community involvement.

It is not too late to get involved. On Monday, July 22 in partnership with The Rotary Club of Vermilion, CIB will be meeting at the Town Hall at 7:00 p.m. for the annual town cleanup. Everyone is welcome to pitch in and remember to bring gloves. If you are unable Members of the Vermilion and Area Garden Club spruced up the site in front of the Tourist to meet at the Town Hall, Information Booth on Friday, July 19. Photo Shannon O’Connor. choose an area close to home

Local Sheep 4-H Success At Provincial Show Kaylie Krys, Club Reporter Submitted May 20, 2013 was the Vermilion 4-H Sheep Club Weigh-In were we weighed and tagged our market and ewe lambs.

Then Blair Dow did a Mock Achievement day workshop where he showed us some tips on how to be better showmen. Blair Dow also did a shearing clinic in June and helped the members shear their market lambs and some ewe lambs. Three days through June members picked up tires, batteries, and old electronics to raise money for the club. The club’s wind up was supper and swimming on June 15.

Our club was well represented at the Third Annual Alberta Provincial 4-H

Sheep Show and Summer Synergy Show in Olds Alberta on July 9-12. The five attending members, Michaela Westergaard, Maranda Westergaard, Megan Krys, Kaylie Krys, and Travis Dow, did very well in all their classes there.

Michaela and Maranda made it to the champion class of the market lamb jackpot and both placed in the top eight.

Megan excelled in her Junior Judging Class where they judged market lambs, ewe lambs and yearling ewes. Travis placed grand champion flock and won Sheep Aggregate with the most show points out of all the participants. Kaylie tions to all the members who attended placed reserve champion flock and you did amazing and represented our received a $500 scholarship from the club well.

Quickly coming up is the Vermilion Summer Synergy program. Congratula-

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4-H Sheep Club Achievement day on July 23 where we will show our projects and sell our market lambs, we hope to see you all there!

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Embrace being a little different.

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Bruce Stampede Association More Info Rob 780-688-3424 or Don 780-688-2216 www.brucestampede.ca

2013 Lloydminster MS Walk Reaches New Record MS Society Release

Nearly three months after local residents pounded the pavement at Bud Miller Park for the 15th Annual Lloydminster Enerflex MS Walk, a team donation is now helping it set a new all-time fundraising record. Thanks to Team Nervous, a Lloydminster Walk team who recently held a golf tournament to boost their fundraising efforts, the 2013 Walk has now exceeded $181,000 – the event’s highest total ever. Team Nervous’s ‘Golf Fore MS’ tournament, held in Loon Lake in June garnered a remarkable $34,000, lifting their team total to well over $42,000.

Gail Taylor is captain of Team Nervous, and knows first-hand the impacts of multiple sclerosis – she lives with the disease. Gail and her husband, Barry, who is also Chair of the MS Society’s

Lloydminster Chapter Board of Directors, took on every aspect of planning their 3rd annual golf tournament, and were overwhelmed by the support they received from the community. Gail and Barry Taylor will officially present their golf tournament cheque to the MS Society on Thursday, July 18 at 1pm, at the Lloydminster Chapter office. Media are invited and encouraged to attend.

“I simply can’t say enough about the outstanding contributions the Taylors have made to the fight against MS,” says Johanna Green, Lakeland Regional Director of the MS Society in Lloydminster. “The dedication, heart and passion that they pour into their fundraising efforts echoes the way they courageously face this unpredictable disease together, each and every day. They are true champions of the cause, and continue to be an inspiration to us all,”

adds Green.

This year’s $181,000 record comes on the heels of another record Walk in 2012, which raised $177,000. Despite concerns around slow registration numbers throughout much of this year’s Walk campaign, a final week push helped lift participant numbers to match last year’s 418-person total. 2013 Walk revenues have continued to grow since the Walk on Saturday, April 27, which also included a major $13,000 contribution from WalMart’s corporate team, the ‘Wally Walkers’.

“So many people have played a key part in this year’s success,” says Green.

“On behalf of the MS Society, I’d like to extend our sincerest gratitude to our participants, donors, sponsors and dedicated army of volunteers for their contributions and unwavering commitment.”

Funds raised through the Walk support

local programs & services for individuals and families touched by MS, and also fuel Canadian MS research, as scientists continue to seek out a cure.

Multiple sclerosis is the most common neurological disease affecting young adults in Canada. It is usually diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 40, though children as young as two have been affected. MS is unpredictable, affecting vision, hearing, memory, balance and mobility. Symptoms can include loss of balance, impaired speech, extreme fatigue, double vision, numbness, tremors, and paralysis. An estimated 100,000 Canadians live with MS, including approximately 11,000 Albertans and 3,500 Saskatchewan residents. The impact is felt by family, friends and by the community. Its effects are physical, emotional, financial, and last a lifetime. To date, the cause is unknown and there is no cure.

Successful Inaugural Year For Western Canadian Deduction ABC Release

The Alber ta Barley Commission (ABC) extends its thanks to farmers and grain buyers for supporting the Western Canadian deduction for wheat and barley in its first year.

A d m i n i s te re d b y t h e C o m m i ssion, as per the Regulations Respecting Research, Market Development and Technical Assistance (Wheat and Barley), the deduction funds three recipient groups: the Western Grains Research Foundation (WGRF), the Canadian Malting Barley Technical Centre (CMBTC) and the Canadian International Grains Institute (Cigi).

Collected at a rate of $0.48 per tonne of wheat and $0.56 per tonne for barley ($0.04 per tonne of barley sold in Alberta), the deduction is used to fund new varieties as well as new marketing opportunities—giving wheat and barley

farmers a competitive edge in the global market place.

“As administrators of this deduction, we have diligently managed it to ensure the recipient groups receive stable funding to continue their important work,” said Commission General Manager Lisa Skierka.

The check-off, while mandatory, is refundable. Farmers are reminded that all refund applications must be submitted to the Commission by July 31, 2013.

Refunds are only processed once per year, and recent amendments to the regulations allow for 90 days to process and return the refund. Unfortunately, no partial refunds can be granted for the deduction.

“We encourage farmers to contact our accounting staff with any questions they might have,” said Skierka.

For more information on the wheat and barley deduction, visit www.wheatbarleycheckoff.com or call 1-800-2659111.

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Careers EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Building Leaders.

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If you’d like to work with a company that has been serving the Oil & Gas Industry for over 30 years and has an exceptional safety record, join our team. We are currently seeking applicants for the following positions in our Wainwright Location:

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The Boys & Girls Club of St. Paul & District is a recognized charity and not for profit organization that provides inclusive, licensed and accredited childcare, before and after school care, summer and youth programs. Our goal is to help and support families in raising their children by creating programs for their child’s ongoing development in a safe and caring environment. The Boys & Girls Club of St. Paul & District creates meaningful employment with a variety of experiences and opportunities for further professional development.

Seeking 3 Full Time Positions for

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• Valid H2S and First Aid tickets preferred • Drivers License

SHOP LABORERS/ APPRENTICES • Valid H2S and First Aid tickets preferred • Drivers License

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Competitive Wages Benefits and RRSP package Room for advancement for qualified candidate We have compensation program to assist apprentices for training Safety training courses provided

Our benefits package and training and development programs are one of the key reasons why candidates choose Carson as their “employer of choice”. Carson Energy Services provides employees with all of the tools they need to grow and excel both personally and professionally.

APPLY NOW at www.flintenergy.jobs, call our Recruitment Toll-Free line at 1-866-GO-FLINT (1-866-463-5468) or Amanda @ acrain@flintenergy.com or Fax 780-842-6117

Wage: $17.30 - $22.87

• Early Learning Childcare Certificate/Diploma or certification/diploma in Human Services • Criminal Record Check • Intervention Record Check • Reliable transportation • Good written and verbal skills

• CPR & First Aid • 2 years of child related experience • Specialized training in human service field • Computer skills • Programming Experience • Mindful of healthy choices

Please forward resume to: The Boys & Girls Club of St. Paul & District Box 1009, St. Paul AB T0A 30A Phone: 780 645-6769; Fax: 780 645-3650 Email: bgclubstpaul.ab@hotmail.ca Attention: Executive Director Sylvie Proteau We thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Thank you to all who apply; only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY Vermilion Ag. Society

Volunteers are needed to help out at Old MacDonald’s petting barn at the Vermilion Fair. Encourage volunteerism within our youth!

Shifts available for adults as well as 10-17 year olds. 2 hour shifts from 1:00-8:00 each day.

Volunteering looks great on a resume. Work a minimum of 4 hours each day of the fair and be a conscientious worker and we will write a letter of recommendation for you.

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Tartan Industrial Contractors Ltd. is a successful, established company that provides quality, cost-effective and reliable services for plant maintenance, and turnaround and capital construction projects for customers located throughout Western Canada. We are focused on the Energy Industry (heavy oil upgraders, coal fired power plants, oil refineries, gas processing plants), as well as non-energy sectors (petrochemical, mining, fertilizer/potash, pulp and paper).

Tartan Industrial Contractors Ltd. is actively accepting resumes for the position of Safety Advisor in Lloydminster.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Understand and adhere to Tartan’s safety management system, policies, proce dures and values • Facilitate the implantation and administration of HS&E policies, processes and systems and monitor compliance with all relevant legislation, rules and regulations • Promote use of FLHA and VOICE cards and various other safety programs • Continually coach and mentor employees in the use of the safety programs • Conduct Regular scheduled Field Audits and informal field audits • Lead by demonstrating the required behaviors, attitudes and mindset to further develop an already strong corporate safety culture • Maintain knowledge of current HS&E strategies, trends and technologies by developing industry working relationships • Conduct Incident investigation • Conduct Simulated Emergency Response • Review training requirement of personnel • Ability to Train and conduct on-site orientation • Conduct Safety Meetings • Develop action plans and strategies to prevent worksite injuries. Support the follow-up on safety action items • Provide consultation and assist in risk assessment, hazard assessment, vehicle inspection and various other safety cards and audit “qualitative data” • Develop and review safe work plans including fall protection plans, critical lifts, etc.

• Develop, review and implement safe work practices, procedures • Support the Joint Health and Safety Committee • Support the statistical data collection, reporting and record keeping

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• Minimum three years’ experience in Health, Safety & Environment Management Systems • NCSO or CRSP designation • Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet • Previous experience in heavy oil and/or gas industry • Standard First Aid certification • Valid H2S Alive • CSTS • Clearance of a pre-access test • Valid driver’s licence Qualified candidates are encouraged to fax or email an up-to-date resume with references to 780-401-3526 or careers@tartan.ca.

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WELDERS, QUALITY CONTROL, Painters, Production Manager - Petrofield Industries Manufacturing facility for Tornado Hydrovac Trucks. Check out www.tornadotrucks.com. Call 1-403-742-6121 or email: hr@petrofield.com.

T.O.S. IN WHITECOURT, is looking for Class 3 Vac Haulers. Top wages paid. Experience would be an asset. To apply, please call 780-268-4444 or email: t.o.s@hotmail.ca.

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AN ALBERTA OILFIELD construction company is hiring dozer and excavator operators. Lodging and meals provided. Drug testing required. Call 780723-5051, Edson, Alberta.

OIL BOSS RENTALS Inc. is currently seeking a Professional Salesperson for our Alberta-based oil and gas rental business. We currently have two offices, one in Rocky Mountain House and the other in Lac La Biche. This individual has to be ambitious, driven, able to work independently and as a team. This position will involve some time away from home, approximately 10 nights a month spent in different areas of the province. This individual should be mechanically inclined, personable and with some problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate would have previous oilfield drilling or well-servicing experience.

This position will be a salary-based opportunity with a commission on top of the base of gross sales. We do offer benefits and a company truck. Please apply to: gerry@oilbossrentals.com or fax to 1-866914-7507. Position available immediately to right individual. Please provide a cover letter with your experiences and what your bring to our dynamic fast-paced team atmosphere.

MINCO GAS CO-OP Ltd. Looking for: Gas Utility Operator, Serviceman/woman. Permanent, full-time.

Benefits/pension after probation. Gas distribution systems experience an asset. Apply to: minco@ rjvnet.ca.

IMMEDIATE OPENING for a Shop Forman to oversee

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CASH DAILY for outdoor work! Guys ‘n Gals 16 years and up! No experience necessary; www.PropertyStarsJobs.com.

WINCH TRACTOR OPERATORS. Must have experience operating a winch. To apply fax, email or drop off resume at the office. Phone 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net. Mail: H&E Oilfield Services Ltd., 2202 - 1 Ave., Wainwright, AB, T9W 1L7. For more employment information see our webpage: www.heoil.com.

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TRUCKING/MIXED FARM Operation requires fulltime Class 1 Driver. Cattle hauling, water hauling, and logging. Includes some shop duties. Competitive wages, year round full-time employment. 780656-0053, Michael.

FULL-TIME HEAVY DUTY Journeyman Mechanic required, CVIP licence. Home every night. $38/hour with benefits; debbie.lefeuvre@bg-rd.com or fax 403-342-7488.

NOW LOCATED in Drayton Valley. BREKKAAS Vacuum & Tank Ltd. Wanted Class 1 & 3 Drivers, Super Heater Operators with all valid tickets. Top wages, excellent benefits. Please forward resume to: Email: dv@brekkaas.com. Phone 780-621-3953. Fax 780-621-3959.

ALL ROUND EMPLOYEE required for cooking, cleaning and serving customers in small town friendly hotel. Includes small suite and meals. Phone Marg 403-857-9134, Youngstown, Alberta.

THE FAIRMONT PALLISER in Calgary, Alberta is searching for a Painter and Bellperson. Competitive wages and benefits. Visit: www.fairmontcareers.com to apply and to view all vacancies.

BUILDING SALES Representative wanted. Estimating, sales, turnkey farm, commercial buildings. Contact Barry for more information. Pinnacle Building Materials, Red Deer, Alberta; bwunsch@pinnaclebuildingmaterials.com.

One Color Version A PERSON PREFERABLY semi-retired for a managerial position for a 120 site/lot mobile home park in Alberta. Contact: terry55@shaw.ca.

PARADISE DAY SPA, Rocky Mountain House, requires immediately full-time Massage Therapist.

Busy salon and spa; full clientele available. Hourly wage. Fax resume 403-845-5561. Email: paradisedayspa@live.ca.

OPENINGS in Alberta areas for Highway Maintenance Class 1 or 3 Operators. Full-time and part-time positions available. Fax resume to Carillion Canada at 780-449-0574 or email: mcroft@carillionalberta. ca. Positions to start Oct. 15, 2013. Please state what position you are interested in.

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The County of Vermilion River provides rural municipal services for 7,905 residents who live among rolling hills and prairie vistas that stretch north of the North Saskatchewan River, south to the Battle River and 42 miles west from the Alberta/Saskatchewan border. The local economy is as diverse as the landscape with strong agriculture and energy sectors, thriving supply services and an abundance of small business entrepreneurs. The many features, amenities and opportunities in our municipality make it “A sustainable, vibrant and diversified community with opportunities for all”.

Our municipal operations are based out of Kitscoty, Alberta – near the geographic center of the County.

We are currently recruiting for highly motivated individuals to join our safety-oriented team.

Positions will remain open until suitable candidates are recruited. All successful candidates will be required to provide a criminal record check and drivers abstract.

ACCOUNTANT

The successful candidate for this full-time, permanent position will demonstrate strong discernment, organizational and leadership skills to effectively fulfill the following key responsibilities: Summary of Functions • Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the candidate will carry out and meet the statutory duties and requirements of all fiscal policies and procedures • Oversee the financial operations of the County including compilation and administration of operational and capital budgets, forecasting, taxation, investments, reserves, monthly statements and project costing • Coordinate and prepare year end working papers for annual audit • Develop and recommend financial policies and procedures Training and Experience Requirements • A recognized accounting designation Certified General Accountant (CGA), Certified Management Accountant (CMA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) is required • Must have excellent interpersonal, project/time management and organizational skills • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills and have the ability to work effectively in a team environment • Experience with municipal legislation and public sector accounting principles is an asset Please clearly mark submission “Confidential – Accountant Competition”

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE ADMINISTRATOR

This is a full-time permanent position with responsibilities that will include: Summary of Functions • Scheduling of appointments and meetings, phone support, mail distribution, document management, meeting and agenda preparation, organizing and filing paperwork • Organizing travel arrangements and itineraries • Database management and research Solid written, interpersonal and organizational skills in conjunction with a high proficiency in the use of technology and the ability to draft letters and minutes are essential to this position. This position requires self-motivation in a team environment along with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and strong customer service skills.

Clearly mark submission “Confidential – Executive Assistant Competition” Accountant and Executive Assistant candidates please submit resumes, including summary of education, training, and employment references, to: Attention: Rhonda King, CAO County of Vermilion River 4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69, Kitscoty, Alberta, T0B 2P0 E-mail: rking@county24.com / Fax: 780-846-2716

ENFORCEMENT SERVICE PROGRAM

The County of Vermilion River has initiated an Enforcement Services program with the focus on protection of road infrastructure and traffic safety through enforcement of selected Provincial Statutes, as well as enforcement of some municipal bylaws. Program deliverables will be achieved through a proactive, preventative, educational and highly visible patrol program.

COMMUNITY PEACE OFFICER – LEVEL 1

The successful candidate for this full-time permanent position will be responsible to the Lead Community Peace Officer for the day to day enforcement of Municipal Bylaws and selected Provincial Statutes in accordance with the policies set out by the Council and the authorities appointed by the Province of Alberta.

Position Duties • Assists the Lead Community Peace Officer / Enforcement Services Supervisor develop public awareness programs and maintain positive public relations.

• Conducts highly visible mobile patrols within the County of Vermilion River for the purpose of preventing and detecting violations of Municipal Bylaws and select Provincial Statutes.

• Conducts investigations into complaints and incidents involving violations of Municipal Bylaws and selected Provincial Statutes.

• Works under minimal supervision while on patrol. Must report to the Lead Community Peace Officer on a daily basis. Deals with the public in confrontational situations and must use own judgment to resolve them. Required to make instant decisions based on knowledge of laws and regulations.

Education and Experience • High School Diploma and Law Enforcement Diploma or accredited police training • Eligible for appointment as a Community Peace Officer • Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written manner • CPR and First Aid qualified • Must have a valid P.A.R.E certificate under 4.45 minutes at time of interview (within the last 6 months) • No criminal record or if the person has a criminal record that a pardon has been received.

• No outstanding criminal charges and not subject of a criminal investigation Working Conditions • Must be willing to work shift work, including weekends and some holidays; on call duty may be required • Restricted or limited leave during peak seasons such spring breakup / road bans • This position will spend the majority of their time on patrol in the community dealing with the public and industry, educating, enforcing and problem solving. It should be noted that although all precautions are taken this position could be at risk in some situations Clearly mark submission “Confidential – Community Peace Officer – Level 1 Competition”

ENFORCEMENT SERVICES ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

The successful candidate for this full-time permanent position will be responsible to the Lead Community Peace Officer and/or Enforcement Services Supervisor for the day to day Administrative support to the Enforcement Services program including: • General confidential administrative duties such as receiving public complaints, preparing agendas, reports, presentations, maintaining file system, and correspondence.

• Register investigation reports, process violation tickets, and maintain registers compliant with Provincial Court documentation and statutes.

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANT • Confidentially handles sensitive information, both for the department and also for the Reporting to the Planning and Development Officer the successful candidate for this Reporting Supervisor full-time permanent position will be required to work with adopted planning documents and Education and Experience regulations while providing administrative support to the Planning and Development • High school diploma department. Customer service responsibilities will include application assistance and • Advanced computer knowledge, including Microsoft Office Suite distribution of both documents and information.

• Working knowledge of Provincial court administrative procedures Applicants Should Possess • Working knowledge of Provincial databases, MOVE, JOIN and Image Repository • The ability to use technology efficiently; with significant experience in the use of • Excellent written and verbal communication skills Microsoft Access, Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Knowledge of meeting process and minute taking • The ability to learn new software as required • Exceptional interpersonal skills and knowledge of regulatory Bylaws and Provincial Statutes.

• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills for work within the organization Solid written, interpersonal and organizational skills in conjunction with a high degree of • Self-motivation and the ability to work both independently and within group settings confidentiality are essential to this position. This position requires self-motivation in a team • Excellent written and verbal communication skills environment along with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision and strong • Experience with municipal government, planning practices and development customer service skills. procedures would be considered an asset Clearly mark submission “Confidential – Enforcement Services Administrative Clearly mark submission “Confidential – Planning and Development Assistant Assistant Competition” Competition” Community Peace Officer – Level 1 candidates and Enforcement Services Planning and Development Assistant candidates please submit resumes, Administrative Assistant candidates please submit resumes, including summary of including summary of education, training, and employment references, to: education, training, and employment references, to: Attention: Keegan Rutherford, Manager of Planning and Development Attention: Roland Feist, Lead CPO County of Vermilion River County of Vermilion River 4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69, Kitscoty, Alberta, T0B 2P0 4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69, Kitscoty, Alberta, T0B 2P0 E-mail: krutherford@county24.com / Fax: 780-846-2716 E-mail: rfeist@county24.com / Fax: 780-846-2716

NATURAL GAS UTILITY ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT – Gas Billing

Reporting to the Finance Officer the successful candidate for this full-time permanent position will be required to work with gas utility documents and regulations while providing administrative support to both the gas utility and municipal operations.

Applicants Should Possess • Proficiency with data input while exhibiting accuracy and attention to detail • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills as well as demonstrated ability to work in a team • Exceptional customer service skills • The ability to use technology efficiently; with significant experience in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Experience with RUBIS and automated meter reading systems would be considered an asset Clearly mark submission “Confidential – Natural Gas Utility Administrative Assistant Competition” Natural Gas Utility Administrative Assistant candidates please submit resumes, including summary of education, training, and employment references, to: Attention: Kathy Jeffrey, Finance Office County of Vermilion River 4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69, Kitscoty, Alberta, T0B 2P0 E-mail: kjeffrey@county24.com / Fax: 780-846-2716 The County of Vermilion River appreciates the interest of all applicants, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

All resumes and personal information provided will be handled in accordance with the Province of Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPP) legislation. The personal information provided to the County of Vermilion River is being collected solely for the purpose of applying for employment.

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The Challenger Sports Camp’s coaches from England, Jon Bradley and Kerry Vowles ran drills with Vermilion Striker players on Wednesday, July 17th at the soccer fields in Vermilion Provincial Park. The drills are used by professional teams in England and teach ball control, passing and build teamwork, said Bradley. “There is a good standard of play here,” he added and was impressed with the recent Provincial win of the U12 Boys team. Photo Shannon O’Connor.

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Sports News Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games Come To Barrhead And Westlock Release

Over 1,000 participants, aged 55 years and older, are gearing up to take part in 14 different activities at the 2013 Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games in Barrhead and Westlock, July 25-28.

Participants from across the province competed in zone playoffs to earn the right to represent their region at the Games.

“Alberta 55 Plus Games helps motivate Albertans to live healthy, active lives and support the goals and strategies of our Active Alberta Policy,” explained Dr. Richard Starke, Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation. “As well, the values of keeping physically active throughout our lives, connecting to our communities and just plain having fun through sport and recreation are essential life skills found in the Games that also serve as great mentorship examples to Albertans of all ages.”

Opening ceremonies for the 2013 Alberta 55 Plus Summer Games will be held on July 25 at 7:30 p.m. in Westlock at the Rotary Spirit Centre. The following days will be filled with exciting competition in events including athletics, cycling, golf, swimming, slo-pitch and tennis.

Participants at the Alberta 55 Plus Games represent eight zones across the province. Results will be posted to the Alberta Games site so supporters and interested Albertans can follow their progress.

The Alberta 55 Plus Games are coordinated by the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation (ASRPWF) with support from the Alberta 55 Plus

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Association. The games are a provincial initiative to encourage Albertans to be active and are made possible with the assistance of sponsors, the towns and counties of Barrhead and Westlock, and the Alberta government.

“These Games are an excellent example of how sport brings communities and people together,” said John Short, ViceChair of the Alberta Sport, Recreation, Parks and Wildlife Foundation. “The host communities have been working together to welcome participants and supporters from across the province and will now be able to showcase their local attractions.”

The first Alberta Senior Games were held in Camrose in 1980. Staged every two years, the Alberta 55 Plus Winter Games will be held in Lethbridge in February 2015. For more information, visit www.albertagames.com.

2013 Bantam B’s Lacrosse Provincial Champions. Photo submitted.

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107 ANNUAL VERMILION Fair Events Schedule, 2013 Thursday, July 25

Friday, July 26

Saturday, July 27

Cowboy Mounted Shooters will be performing at Lakeland College all 3 days of the Fair or catch their final performance in front of the grandstand on Saturday

7:30am

Legion Pancake Breakfast (Indoors at the Legion)

7:30am

8:00am

Junior Equine English Classes

8:00am

Heavy Horse Halter Classes

8:00am

9:00am

Hunter/Jumper Classes

9:00am

Senior/Open Equine Classes

10:00am

Gymkhana in sand ring

9:00am 10:00am

Parade assembles/entries judged

10:30am 11:00am

Street Parade Begins

11:30am 12:00 Noon

Beer Gardens Open Exhibit Hall Opens

7:30am

10:00am

Supreme Champion Halter Classes (Show Ring)

10:30am

Junior Beef Show

10:30am

11:00am

Exhibit Hall Opens School Fair Exhibit Opens Trade Booths Open in Stadium

11:00am

Exhibit Hall Opens School Fair Exhibit Opens Trade Booths Open in Stadium

11:30am

Open Beef Show

11:30am

Children's Pet Show - Sheep Barn

12:00 Noon

Beer Gardens Open

12:00 Noon

Beer Gardens Open

1:00pm

Old MacDonald's Barn Opens WCA Midway Opens Bingo Hall Opens Open Stage Performances Junior Sheep Classes Border Blacksmith-Decorative Iron Works Demo

1:00pm

Old MacDonald's Barn Opens WCA Midway Opens Bingo Hall Opens Pen of 3 Heifer Show in Beef Ring Cow/Calf Pair Show Border Blacksmith-Decorative Iron Works Demo

Pony Chariot Races

1:30pm

Pony Chariot Races

1:30pm

Pony Chariot Races Modified Tractor Pulls

2:00pm

Junior Lamb Trimming and Judging Pen of 3 Market Lambs

2:00pm

2:00pm

2:15pm

Junior Equine Classes

2:15pm

2:15pm

2:30pm

Heifer Classic and Steer Jackpot Junior Heifer Classic

2:30pm

Team Roping (sand ring) Senior/Open Equine Classes Antique Tractor Pull & Parade

2:30pm

3:00pm

Open Stage Performances

3:00pm

Open Stage Performances Heavy Horse Hitches in front of the Grandstand stunthorse.com demo

3:00pm Open Stage Performances

1:00pm

Old MacDonald's Barn Opens WCA Midway Opens Bingo Hall Opens Trade Booths Open in Stadium Chicken Show

1:30pm

3:30pm 4:00pm

3:30pm Reunion Hall Opens

4:00pm

Senior/Open Equine Classes Heavy Horse Hitch Classes in front of the Grandstand Cowboy Mounted Shooters stunthorse.com clinic (infield ring)

3:30pm Reunion Hall Opens

4:00pm

4:30pm

4:30pm

4:30pm

5:00pm

5:00pm

5:00pm

Reunion Hall Opens

Exhibit Hall Closes/Entries picked up until 8:00pm

6:00pm 6:30pm

Heavy Horse Classes (Show Ring)

6:00pm 6:30pm

6:00pm 6:30pm

7:15pm

Official Opening

7:15pm

7:15pm

7:30pm

Chuck Wagon Races

7:30pm

Chuck Wagon Races

7:30pm

Chuck Wagon Races

8:00pm

Trade Booths Close Old MacDonald's Barn Closes

8:00pm

Trade Booths Close Old MacDonald's Barn Closes

8:00pm

Trade Booths Close Old MacDonald's Barn Closes

8:30pm

Grandstand Show: Carisa Hendrix The Magic of David Thiel TD Canada Trust - $500 - Gate Draw

8:30pm

Grandstand Show: Carisa Hendrix The Magic of David Thiel ATB Financial - $500 - Gate Draw

8:30pm

Grandstand Show: Carisa Hendrix The Magic of David Thiel West Coast Amusements-$500-Gate Draw

9:00pm

Exhibit Hall Closes Beer Garden Entertainment Begins featuring Sweet Tequila

9:00pm

Exhibit Hall Closes Beer Garden Entertainment Begins featuring Sweet Tequila

9:00pm

Exhibit Hall Closes Beer Garden Entertainment Begins featuring Sweet Tequila

11:00pm

Fireworks-a Tribute to Lakeland College 100th Anniversary

11:00pm

11:00pm

Sunday July 28 - 10:30am - Interdenominational Church Service on the Grandstand

2013 Gate Prices

Admission $5.00 3 Day Pass $15.00 Children Under 6 Free

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