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18 November 2013
Volume IX-Issue 487
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Lakeland College Celebrates Their 100th Annversary
Brin Ivany, whose mother was one of ten children who all went to Lakeland College, said that when she gets older she plans to attend the institution. The second grader would become the fifth generation of Ivanys’ to attended the post-secondary school. Her mother said that 26 relatives of hers attend Lakeland College. See more on page 11. Photo Nick O’Dea.
In This Week’s Issue: 487 Remembrance Day Pages 2 and 3
College Anniversary Pages 11 to 13
New College Program Page 19
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Kitscoty Marks Remembrance Day Karen Nedzielski Reporter
Members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Kitscoty Branch No. 158, along with their family members, friends, and community members assembled to mark Remembrance Day and honour its veterans. Lead by the members of the Colour Party, the Remembrance Day procession marched to the front of the hall and the services got under way. STANDARD FIRST AID AED CPR AND ADVANCED FIRST AID ALL OH AND S REGULATED
Legion President, Jim Warren, gave his opening remarks and thanked everyone for attending. This included members of the Paradise Valley Legion since services were not held there this year. Reverend Charles McNeil gave a scripture reading and led the group in its first hymn of the service. The customary reading of the poem “In Flanders’ Field” was presented and at precisely 11 a.m. the haunting sound of a lonely bugle filled the hall with the “Last Post” as members of the Colour Party slowly lowered the flags. The traditional two moments of silence followed. President Jim Warren then read the
Kitscoty Legion President Jim Warren welcomed everyone to the Remembrance Day services held on Nov. 11 at the Kitscoty Royal Canadian Legion Hall Branch No. 158. Photos Karen Nedzielski. seven names of the honour roll which was followed by the laying of wreaths. Chris Warren, Christian Emsland, Kelsie Mackie, Sgt. Jamie Hubbard of the Kitscoty RCMP
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Remembrance Day was marked at the Kitscoty Legion Hall with the traditional laying of the wreaths at the foot of the Legion’s Cenotaph.
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and members of the Canadian Forces Base in Wainwright, helped lay wreaths in honour of the sacrifices made by Canadian veterans. After a Remembrance Day message from Reverend McNeil, the Colour Party retrieved the flags and exited the hall. President Warren said the Legion has faced some financial difficulties in the past but thanks to a generous donation in 2007, many upgrades have been made to the facility. Over the course of a nine-month renovation project the hall now has a new larger main door, upgrades to the foyer and bathrooms and new flooring on the stairs leading to the lower level. A major upgrade was made to the lower level meeting room and kitchen, making it certified for commercial use. The Kistcoty Legion Hall is available for public rental and is also used by the Kitscoty Dance Academy and the NorAlta Jiu-Jitsu club.
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Lifetime Legion Member Don Henry led the parade from the Royal Canadian Legion to the Cenotaph. After the wreaths were laid he led them to the Elks Hall where a service was conducted to honour those who have fought and still continue to fight for the freedom of Canada.
From left: Supervisor of Prairie Ambulance Rob Snow, Emergency Medical Technician Jameson McIntosh, Chief Warrant Officer Gary Crosby and Lt. Colonel Todd Strickland, both from 3rd Canadian Division Camp Wainwright, pay their respects to those who served and continue to serve.
From left: Donna Horpestad from the Catholic Women’s League, Barb Schmidt from Royal Purple and Greg Young of the Vermilion Elks Club.
Cory Stuart, a Paramedic from Prairie Ambulance, brings his wreath of Remembrance toward the front of the monument.
From left: Comrade Barry Roth, who was the piper for the parade, James McIntosh, EMT, and Rob Snow, Supervisor of Prairie Ambulance.
Cadet Master Corporal Tristan Gagne dipping the Legion Flag during the two minute silence. Dipping a flag that is carried in a parade is the same as lowering a flag to half-staff on a building. Photos Nick O’Dea.
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Artist Airbrushes A Lifestyle Nick O’Dea Reporter
The old adage “Follow Your Dreams” can often come across as cliché and worn out, but Moldy Munster of Lloydminster Alberta believes that with hard work, anyone can achieve their dreams. Only five years ago, Monster was working for a construction company and thought he was going to continue working in that field for the rest of his life. “I was a hard worker and still am. If you needed help doing anything I had no problem to get down and work on it with
Munster puts the finishing touches on a hard hat that he was contracted to paint. He said much of his work derives from workers in the oil and construction industry and many of his past co-workers stop by to get their items airbrushed.
anyone but it just wasn’t my calling,” he said. “I would sit around during free time and paint the guys’ hard hats and gloves with sharpies. Whatever I could find, I would put designs and skulls all over it.” After being approached by a foreman with the company, Munster said his outlook on his future career was forever changed. “He took me aside and asked me why I was working construction. He said if you really love this art thing then you should go with it and try and make it your full-time job.” Moldy said the thought of giving up his $3000 a week paycheck to paint and hopefully sell his art, was very hard to get used to. He said that there were many times throughout his struggle that he wanted to throw his hands in the air and say “I quit”. “It was rough for a long time, so many days I wanted to give up but I’d start painting things again and it would just reinforce the fact that this is what I wanted to do. It was hard giving up everything to pursue this. Many changes had to be made and it took me a long time to adjust.” Munster said that he had to sacrifice many things that people take for granted each day, like the quality of food he could acquire. “I had a system rigged out that would involve Kraft dinner,” he said. I had a way of making a box of Kraft dinner last me two days. That’s all I would eat in those two days, was one single box.” Munster, who now works out of his shop “Crazy Inc” on the Highway 17 South of Lloydminster, has since taken his art all-across the world. Munster is predomi-
Munster stands in front of his “Personal Corner” of the office. Photos line the wall of all the people he has met within the last four years while learning his art. He said without the tips and lessons learned from those individuals he wouldn’t be able to do the same quality of work. Photos Nick O’Dea. nantly a motorcycle airbrush painter, but his love for art has taken him towards many ventures and allowed him to pursue many opportunities that before seemed impossible. While his work on motorcycles is in the forefront of his business, he takes on many different types of jobs that have him working on all kinds of items. “We’ve done t-shirts, hardhats, gloves, skidoos, trucks, anything that you can paint on, I can do,” he said. “I’ve done work with people from all walks of life. I had a pastor come down for some religious work on his bike; I’ve done other work for churches who auction off the items for whatever cause they chose; I’ve done hockey gear for kids; a lot of goalie helmets, welders masks - you name it.” Munster began his career when he enrolled at the Airbrush Action Getaway School where he recently received his certificate from. Munster said that without the help of the Airbrush action team, his skills would be nowhere near where they are today. “Without the help of all those guys I wouldn’t be creating the work I do now. I had a skull that I first did before I went there and we compared it to one I did after.
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Editorial
Turning 100 Years Old Karen Nedzielski Editor
Turning a hundred years old is a huge accomplishment. As people grow older they tend to withhold their actual age, as if they are ashamed of how old they actually are. Very few of us will reach the age of 100 but there are a rare group that will achieve their centennial. I have been privileged to meet a few of these individuals and they were truly a delight to meet. It also rarely happens to businesses and in the instance of our community of Vermilion this week, a college. This past weekend Lakeland College
celebrated its centennial at the Vermilion campus. There were a number of activities planned to mark the event including opening the time capsule which was sealed at the College’s 75 anniversary. It is truly a celebration of accomplishments made by a community with a vision. In 1908 when the “Vermilion Board of Trade” began lobbying for a demonstration farm or agricultural school, the thought of it lasting 100 years at that time, may have seemed a bit far fetched. The dream of providing agricultural education to the farmers of the area became a reality in late 1913 and the school was opened. It would be the first of its kind for Alberta, and adver-
tised for “farm young people” to enrol. The school began offering classes which commenced on Oct. 28, 1913, to males 14 years of age and older. By the following March, female students were accepted into the College’s home economics classes. By the late 1920s, the school’s population had grown beyond what the town could provide boarding for, forcing the College to build the dormitories. What a problem! As the College grew in size and student population, so did its uses. During times of war the college served as a war training centre for women, as it was also recognised for this past month. To this day Lakeland College serves
many purposes to the community of Vermilion but its primary role is to educate students in the field of agriculture, animal husbandries as well as a number of trades. We are proud to celebrate the fact that Lakeland College has lasted for a hundred years. It has unquestionably benefitted the community in so many ways. Although the faces and appearance of the College has changed over the last century, the contributions it has made to so many students and the agricultural industry as a whole will definitely live on for many more years to come. Maybe even another hundred?
MP Leon Benoit Announces Support For Vic Juba Community Theatre Press Release
Leon Benoit, Member of Parliament for Vegreville–Wainwright, on behalf of the Honourable Shelly Glover, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages, announced on Friday, Nov. 15, 2013, support for the Vic Juba Community Theatre for its 2014–2015 and 2015–2016 seasons. “Our Government is proud to invest in the Vic Juba Community Theatre’s performing arts series,” said MP Benoit. “Today’s announcement demonstrates our commitment to supporting arts and culture organizations that contribute to the diverse
and vibrant cultural life in Lloydminster and in smaller communities in Alberta and across Canada.” Over the next two years, this funding will support the Vic Juba Community Theatre in presenting its annual Dr. H.A. McDonald Performing Arts Series. Each series will feature a diverse cross-section of artistic disciplines, such as dance, popular music, and blues. The series will also include professional theatre presentations and outreach activities in the community. “I am pleased that our Government is contributing to the strength and success of the performing arts industry,” said Minister Glover. “Arts and
culture organizations like the Vic Juba Community Theatre contribute to the vitality of our communities and enrich the quality of life of all Canadians.” “Vic Juba Community Theatre is very appreciative of the Government of Canada for providing funding to our organization to present artists within our Dr. H. A. McDonald Season,” said Ran dy F ines, Chairman, Vic J uba Community Theatre. “This funding will assist in enhancing our vision of celebrating our success by presenting diverse programming, while encouraging the arts as an essential component of our community.” The Vic Juba Community Theatre, established in 2002, aims to present
diverse programming while promoting the arts as an essential component of community life. The theatre, managed by a non-profit organization, hosts more than 200 event days every year. The Government of Canada is providing total funding of $44,000 over two years ($22,000 in 2014– 2015 and $22,0 0 0 in 2015–2016) through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund of the Department of Canadian Heritage. This program gives Canadians increased access to the variety and richness of Canada’s culture through professional arts festivals, presentations of live professional p e r fo r ma n ces, a n d oth e r a r tis tic experiences.
Vermilion Rotary News Press Release
The Vermilion Rotary Club is proud to partner with The Festival of Trees to raise funds for local people living with cancer. Once again The Vermilion Rotary Club will be serving refreshments and cookies during The Festival of Trees. This year we will also be selling cookies by the dozen. All proceeds will go to Haying in the 30s. Haying in the 30s is an organization based out of Mallaig, Alberta which provides financial assistance to people who are currently undergoing cancer treatments. Rotarians are aware of many people in our community and surrounding area who have been grateful to receive financial support from Haying in the 30s. This fundraiser is a way to thank Haying in the 30s for the difference they make to lives in our community. Last year we raised $3275.53 for Haying in the 30s from the sale of
refreshments and cookies, two decorated trees, and a donation of $1000.00 from the Vermilion Rotary Club. There are a number of ways you can get involved to help support this year’s fundraiser. • Volunteers for 2 hour shifts serving hot chocolate, coffee, tea and cookies. Shifts are available on the evening of Thursday, Nov. 28, the evening of Friday, Nov. 29,and on Saturday, Nov. 30 between 10:00 am and 5:00 pm • Donations of homemade cookies, coffee, tea, hot chocolate. • Financial donations to Haying in the 30s will be accepted during the festival (amounts of $25.00 or more will receive a tax receipt). • Come out to the Festival of Trees and enjoy and cookies and refreshments. For more information or to offer your assistance please call Susan McCulley at 780-581-4505.
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Around The Campfire Neil B. Stratton Columnist
This recent white stuff and colder weather is not a “friendly reminder” by Old Man Winter, he is serious, and as nasty and grouchy as ever and is here to stay now. As Canadians we will simply, along with mumbling obscenities under our breath, adapt and carry on with our daily lives as if we embellish this crap - guess what doesn’t kill us makes us stronger. Truth is, I would miss it if it weren’t here. Many of my fondest memories in life are in the dead of winter; not just with being on outdoor adventures, but with day to day life too. Seen one brown Christmas in Alberta and I didn’t care much for it as it just wasn’t the same. Although, I didn’t mind it at all on Boxing Day when I was
cutting firewood; or for most of that winter. I guess it wouldn’t be all that bad if there wasn’t so much snow. Last year at this time it was hard to get around and almost impossible anywhere off road unless using snow machines. My years raising sled do gs and running rivers and trails on sled teams is high up on fond winter memories, and a huge part of my life and soul. I can hear the harness jingle bells as I write this. A clean blanket of snow is really a beautiful thing. That is until the wind blows it into drifts higher than my truck, like last year. As for the cold, we all know that it’s going to be bitter cold for several weeks, snow or no snow. If you have spent any time in the outdoors during our winters, you know you can dress for it and be very comfortable in the coldest of weather. The wind chill changes things drastically though. While bison huntin g in th e fu r th es t most north western Tree & Stump corner of Alberta in removal. -55C weather, it was Pruning strangely very toler60’ Reach able. We soon figured out there was no wind chill at all. It seems here in the central mid west of Alberta the nasty wind Chipper i s a l way s b l ow i n g . Again, that is part of Insured living life on the CanaFree Quote dian prairies, where a minus -40C with wind
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it at that coldest point even though it is warmer outdoors. The good news is that with a heat source the vehicle can be warmed quickly. Even candle heat may save you from hypothermia in a vehicle. The best is “Safe Heat” that comes in a can. It’s a gel in a small can that burns without a wick, and is much hotter than wick types. Also, unlike the toxic cooking canned heat types, “Safe Heat” burns non-toxic and will not spread flame if spilled or tipped over. They only cost a couple of dollars a can and have unlimited shelf life. The one I carry in my vehicle has a screened canister that screws on and acts as a radiant heater. I had a chance to actually test one with a stranded vehicle. I was not dressed properly and under the circumstances, did not have extra clothing for being stranded. When my vehicle stalled and would not restart, I did have the safe heat. This was before cell phones. But, I had called my wife and said I was on my way before I left. I let her know if I didn’t show up at a certain time to come and find me; a smart thing to do still - even with cell phone technology. The heat kept me from hypothermia and frost bite. It was not a roaring fireplace, and I was still cold, but it was a whole lot warmer than the bitter cold that was near -40C outdoors. However, any thing that burns can expose you to carbon monoxide, so the open window and fresh air is needed. Here is a website that carries the product- http://www.nitro-pak.com/heatcell-canned-fuel-9-5-oz Another “Safe Heat” called “Magic Heat” can be found on this website: http://www.scientificutility.com/prod_ heat.htm This was the brand I carried as described above. It burns for six hours and a cooking type radiant stove can also be purchased. Add to this several chemical heat pads that last for eight hours just exposed to air, extra warm clothing, and you’re a survivor not a victim…get out there and be safe.
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Fly In Fishing Franklin Wolters Columnist
When you combine t wo of my favo urite pastimes in one adventure, it just has to be a wonderful experience. Getting into lakes that have no road into them separates you from the crowd that drives. The aircraf t need-not-b e float equipped if there is a runway close but if not, floats are like having a magic carpet. You can land almost anywhere as up north a ways the country is seemingly half covered with water. Those back country landing strips are often a bit narrow and short and there is bush usually surrounding the whole length and width. To say that they would be all smooth and well groomed would be definitely not so! So to fly into these situations meant you went as light as possible because you had to be able to take off out of that short, narrow strip. Let’s take a trip to Christine Lake which is east of Lac La Biche, near the little town of Conklin. There is a real bush airstrip there and a native village that has people who would act as guides. My brother in-law Trevor Clark, had a really nice Cessna 172, at the time and our flying friend Cliff Oldenburg didn’t take much persuasion to decide to come along. To save weight you just take the bare necessities of gear and because there’s no gas available there, you take as much as your plane will carry for the trip home too. Of course the hope is there will be a cooler of fillets that will further load the plane for take-off. First we have to land and it just seemed like magic soon we were in sight of a tiny little strip of light green grass in a sea of dark green bush. “There’s a runway,” said Cliff. My goodness but did it look tiny in the expanse of bush! Soon Trevor throttled back the engine and put on some flaps so we could land as slowly as possible. Those dirt strips are notorious for being rough and rutty.
The operator of the resort that had a nice cabins to rent as well as some sturdy boats, came by and we soon were headed for the cabin. In those days the little cabins were really neat and well furnished and after getting settled in, we had the owner drive us to the native village and we arranged for a guide. We were all set. Soon we were on the water and trolling along looking for fish in water the colour of beer, like water is in bush country. Trevor had some action on a big rapala minnow, but Cliff wanted to find a shallower bay where the big Northern Pike were more apt to lurk. Our guide anchored us at the mouth of a nice bay and I took out my jam can of earth worms and baited up a jig that looked like a purple and white pipe cleaner equipped with a hook. This was before the time of the curly tailed jig we have now. I thought our guide was going to abandon ship when he saw the earth worms. He’d never seen one before! In all my fishing times I’d never had the response that those splendid big Walleyes afforded me. They simply seemed to be lined up to take their turn being caught. Those jigs were a new lure I’d happened on and they had to be fished a certain way. After my luck, I had to share my idea. It wasn’t easy, but catching fish is all about watching and learning from others. There was a fish box under the middle seat and you lifted the seat to deposit your fish. It seemed like just a few minutes and suddenly the guide started to pull up anchor and stated we had our limits of nice, big fish. Cliff had caught a really
nice trophy Walleye. We were worried how we’d get the best of him over that. The fun part of the day is cleaning the fish and taking pictures. Cliff wanted a picture of his trophy but in excitement it had been filleted and all that was left whole was a little guy that had been badly hooked and had to be kept. We hung it on a tree and had Cliff stand back with a hand out so the fish looked bigger. I still have the picture, if I could find it. It looks half as tall as Cliff, really! Anyway, the take-off and trip home was uneventful and we all had memories of that trip I treasure to this day. I’ve had several fly-in trips but that was the first and of course it set the stage for many more in the years to come. Someday I should tell you about the trip we took to Charles Lake and the Trout we found up there in the far North East Alberta wilderness where the Canadian Shield comes down almost to Lake Athabasca.
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Channelling Choice Margaret Lonsdale Columnist
When asked for his advice on becoming an effective writer, Mitch Albom’s answer sounded more like the key to a richer lifestyle than a tip for writerly success. I’m paraphrasing from his recent interview, but his message was that in order to become good at anything, you must seek out and immerse yourself in the best of the best available. Surround yourself with quality and it will eventually permeate and advance your own skill at whatever it is that you’re trying to achieve, be it in writing or in any other endeavour. If you’re familiar with Mitch Albom’s work, you know that it’s often inspiring,
sometimes melancholy, will usually include philosophical components, a little magic, and inevitably, hope. You might say he is both a believer in the good spiritedness of humankind and a seeker of answers to questions that none of us knows for certain in this life. Sometimes, getting to the answer isn’t the primary goal. He inspires readers to explore possibilities, to ask their own questions, to think outside of established boundaries. He inspires people to live life closer to their capacity and challenges them to reach for higher ground. One day last week, after having switched off the latest news updates concerning Toronto’s Mayor-cum-Tabloid King, I scribbled three words onto a slip of paper: “this dullard’s day”. I think sometimes that such random scribbles say plenty about our current state of mind, whether or
not we’re conscious of it in that scribbling moment. When I came across the slip of paper later, I understood the message. All information is not knowledge. We human beings, from the beginning, are quickstudies. As children, we observe scenes and actions around us, soon becoming adept at mimicking the familiar. It’s how we learn. Although the speed at which we learn diminishes with age, our capacity remains intact. Unlike when we are children, however, in adulthood we have control over our environment and over how we interact with what we allow to enter into it. Some of us wait for something to happen. Some of us are the ones that make something happen. Some of us stay inside the circle of familiarity. Some of us step outside the circle and into the feared
unknown. Each of us makes choices. The questions become what and whom do we allow to wield influence and to shape who we are, how we will spend our precious time, and what kind of life we will therefore lead? Those three scribbled words meant that something needed re-balancing. This week, I’m not watching anything to do with Mr. Ford. He’s taken up far too much of my time and I’ve gained nothing positive from bearing witness to his unending, pitiable public leakage. I have become bored with the spectacle, the repetition and predictability of this script. There must be something far better to occupy the impressionable hallways of my mind and I intend to find it.
Vermilion 4H Beef Club Wins Community Cares Contest Charlotte Wasylik, Club Reporter Submitted
The Vermilion 4H Beef Club is one of the winners of this year’s FortisAlberta and 4H Alberta’s Community Cares Contest. Rick Burden, Stakeholder Relations Manager with FortisAlberta, visited the Vermilion club at its Nov. 12 meeting to make the presentation of a $1,000 cheque. The contest recognizes the efforts of 4H clubs in Alberta that work to improve their communities by helping to clean and care for them. Clubs in the South, East Central, West Central, and Northeast regions were eligible to enter the contest. The 4H Beef Club won for the Northeast
region for its community service project, cleaning the Vermilion Public Cemetery and Vermilion Catholic Cemetery in the spring after a long winter. The club has been doing this project for several years, originally at the suggestion of the Town, and does the clean-up in early May so that the cemeteries are tidy and ready for Mother’s Day visits by families. Club member Kaylie Krys wrote as part of the club’s entry, “This is an area in our community that some club members may not be aware of, and an area that parents might not think to talk to their kids about. This volunteer project is an important introduction to 4-H members of an area in our community that relies on volunteers.”
FortisAlberta Donation to 4H: Rick Burden with FortisAlberta, presents Ve r m i l i o n 4 H B e e f Club Pre sident Amy Chase, with a cheque for $1,000 for winning the Northeast region’s “Alberta’s Community Cares Contest”. Photo submitted.
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Vermilion 4H Beef Club Held Its First Meeting Of The Year Charlotte Wasylik, Club reporter Submitted
The Vermilion 4H Beef Club held its reorganizational meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2013. Welcome to all of our new members and families and welcome back to all of our returning members. Altogether we have about 30 members, and one Cleaver Kid.
Our club leaders this year are Derek Jones, General Leader, Terry Dahoy, Beef Project Leader, Heine Westergaard, Assistant Leader and Former Club Member, Darian Livingstone as our Cleaver Kid leader. Our new executive is Amy Chase as President, Vice President is Brie Watson, Treasurer is Justin Chase, Secretary is Michaela Westergaard, Historian is Brette
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our community service project, and workshops and field trips for the year. We’ll talk more about them at our next meeting. As a reminder for club members and interested members of the public, Fall Fling for Juniors is Nov. 29-30 in the Lac La Biche district; District 4H Volleyball is Sunday, Dec. 8 in Vermilion; Something to Say for 13-16 year-olds is Dec. 15. Our next meeting is Tuesday, Nov. 12.
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Dawns Eats Dawn Hames Columnist
Once the liquid goes in, any excessive beating or stirring will cause the liquid to react with the gluten in the flour and toughen the cake as well as cause it to rise up too much in the middle, so this is the time to limit the stirring. Other spices that can be added are ground cardamom and/or anise. I suggest using the unsulfured cooking molasses, but for a more robust flavor blackstrap molasses can also be used, although it likely has added sulphites, which many p eople are often sensitive to. This is one of my favorite recipes that I am sharing with you. I hope you enjoy it, and use it to create some great memories for your family.
Fall, winter and the holiday season are always the right time for gingerbread cake. Certain foods can evoke memories, and my earliest memor y of this cake is of my aunt from Islay, preparing it for a supper dessert for an important cattle buyer that was coming to the ranch. I had never tasted gingerbread before and she gave me a generous amount of cake topped with lots of luscious whipped cream. It was really quite unforgettable. This cake is moist with a slightly c h ew y tex t u re l i ke a s o f t g i n g e r cookie. It is superb ser ved with a Gingerbread Cake dollop of sweetened whipped cream, 1/2 cup butter and garnished with a dash of cinna1 cup brown sugar mon. You can also serve it warm with 2 eggs vanilla ice cream or cold covered in a 1/4 cup olive oil cream cheese icing with the zest of an 1 cup all purpose flour orange added. The secret to a tender 1 cup whole grain barley or wheat cake is lots of beating of the fat and the sugar together, then adding in the flour 1 teaspoon baking powder dry ingredients.
2 teaspoons ginger 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon allspice or cloves 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 1/3 cup water 1/2 cup molasses Crea m to g eth e r th e b ut te r a n d brown sugar by beating with an electric mixer for about five minutes. Beat in eggs and then the olive oil, add and beat in the spices. In a separa te b owl m ix th e fl o u r, s a l t a n d baking powder well and then beat the flour mixture into the butter sugar
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CONGRATULATIONS TO LAKELAND COLLEGE ON YOUR CENTENNIAL
100 Years Of Excellence Nick O’Dea Reporter
Lakeland College concluded their “Next 100 Years Centennial Celebration” on Saturday, Nov. 16. The event was capped off with the opening of a time capsule that was sealed 25 years ago. Dignitaries, alumni, community members and friends of Lakeland were invited to this evening event as they
MLA Richard Starke took the stage and proceeded to poke fun at Peter Walsh’s attire for the evening. MLA Starke said he would have worn a kilt with Peter but warned the crowd “It would not have been a pretty site”. reflected on the past 100 years and prepared for the Colleges next 100 years. Cocktails were at 5 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. Following dinner, a program featured many guest speakers such as MLA Richard Starke, Deputy Mayor Robert Pulyk, Mayor of Lloydminster Rob Saunders, and many more. Music was provided by the Cool Tones. Vice President of Student Services and Events Phil Allen said that this was a great conclusion to the Centennial Celebration. “This is our final of 13 events we’ve put on since last November and it really gives us a chance to show how much we appreciate all the work of everyone involved, but also to show we appreciate the support of the community and all those who made Lakeland College the amazing place it is today,” he said. “I’ve worked on many different campuses throughout my career but I’ve never seen a place with the deter-
mination and go-get-it attitude that Lakeland College has. When something needs to be done, there is no issue. It just gets taken care of.” Allen said that even with the extensive budget cuts that the post-secondary sector has had to endure, Lakeland College found a way to make the celebration as big as they could. “Would we have done things differently if we had a bigger budget? Sure. We initially had 25-30 events planned but after discussing it there was no way to pull that off. All the teachers volunteered their time for each event and we couldn’t expect them to handle more than they could,” he said. “We had our event meetings during our lunch hour because we really did not have much time to spare.” Even though the time capsule had not been seen for 25 years, Allen said it was not the most surprising event for him. He cited the attempt to break the longest toboggan ride as his favourite of all. “We had such overwhelming support when we tried to break that record,” he said. “It was something they had done at the 75th Anniversary Celebration and we thought it was fitting to try something similar. We’re waiting to see if it gets verified but if all goes well we will hold that record in the Guinness book.”
The event was near capacity and was attended by many students, dignitaries, special guests, and many others. The dinner was provided by Alberta Beef Producers among many other sponsers. Photos Nick O’Dea. Jo Berglund was a student at Lakeland College. A member of the class of ’39, she was the first inductee into the Lakeland College Century Club. A position she said means a great deal to her. Present at Centennial Celebration, from 25-100, she said she has seen Lakeland College grow into an even more wonderful institution than it was when she attended. “The celebrations and pride that people have in this school is wonderful. I made many lifelong friends from this school and know many people who say it was the best experience of their lives,” she said. “Being a part of the Century Club took a long time to sink in for me. It wasn’t until I saw a banner with my name on it and the number 1 that I really began to understand
how much it meant to me. I am honoured and humbled to have been chosen for this.” She thinks that Lakeland College will continue to thrive, and in the next 100 years become an even greater postsecondary institution. The time capsule was filled with class and staff lists, a brochure of the 75th Annual Rodeo, and a VHS tape created by the school among other things. The new time capsule featured items such as magazines, an RCMP alphabet book, Lakeland College clothing and badges, and many other items that will give the 125th Anniversary Celebration something to look back on in fond remembrance.
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CONGRATULATIONS TO LAKELAND COLLEGE ON YOUR CENTENNIAL
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The County of Vermilion River salutes the Lakeland College Board of Governors, leaders, faculty, staff and students for guiding the College as an instructional and technology development institution for the last 100 years.
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As the prairie economy has become more diverse so too has Lakeland, responding to this growth with the introduction of business, emergency services, oil, health and environmental programming to supplement the agricultural studies solidifying the institution’s longevity in an ever-changing landscape. Lakeland College graduates have been recognized for their leadership roles throughout the prairies, Canada and around the globe for decades. The College demonstrates a unique corporate citizenship that has long been woven into the fabric of our communities – sharing expertise, staff, students and facilities to support the advancement of our region. The County of Vermilion River is honoured to have this prestigious institution as a pillar of our community. As we move forward, County Council and staff offer congratulations on achieving this remarkable milestone and extend our best wishes as Lakeland College embarks on their next hundred years.
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Local News Canadian Classic
The Canadian Classic Breeders Fall Horse Sale took place on Nov. 16. This year the MacMillans and the Gaugler/Balans have cut back on their contributions, respectively, and the sale could not garner the number of horses that they had in previous sales. With issues regarding the vet checks the sale has also changed their policies slightly. Canadian Classic still offers a guarantee that the horses will be healthy. They featured horses for all skill sets, from beginner to advanced. Some of the horses, according to the announcer, would not be suitable for amateur riders so they would try to accommodate riders efficiently. Pictured here is Thirsty Booger being ridden by April Wilbraham was the first horse to be featured. The attractive gelding with an easy disposition stood at 14.3 hands. He was described as a smooth travelling rascal. Photo Nick O’Dea.
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St. Jerome Senior Volleyball Teams Aiming For Zone Titles “Fill Up for the Philippines!” St. Jerome’s School has set a goal to fill two large water jugs with coins for the disaster relief in the Philippines after the devastation caused by Typhoon Haiyan. Last Wednesday the school set out two water jugs, one by the office and the other in the High School to raise money, which will be donated to the Red Cross. The High School Student Council held a Bake Sale last week and are also holding one this Thursday, Nov. 21 with proceeds going to the disaster relief. We are accepting any donations from the community if you would like to get involved. Our fundraising efforts will end
on Friday, Nov. 22, as we want to send the money while the Canadian Government is still matching donations. This past weekend, Nov. 8 and 9, five wonderful youth attended the Junior High Leadership Conference held at Harry Ainley School in Edmonton. Tenille Chase, Brianne Wheat, Karley Dieken, Kaylie Krys and Brette Poliakiwski all had a fantastic experience, developing and growing on their leadership skills. These skills will help them become leaders both in our school as well as the community. The girls spent their days meeting other students and taking part in various activities. With over 400 students from all over Alberta attending, this is an experience they will never forget. A special thank you to Mr. MacMillan for allowing them to take part in this wonderful opportunity. In volleyball news, a big congratulations goes out to the Sr. Boys who had
two important wins this past week. They won the tournament they attended on Nov. 8 in Myrnam by going undefeated and they also were victorious over Mannville in District Playoffs to be representatives at Zones, which the Sr. Boys will be hosting on Friday, Nov. 22 and Saturday, Nov. 23. The Sr. Girls hosted districts this past weekend and will be attending Zones in Myrnam on Nov. 22 and 23. Both teams are working hard to become Zone Champions and advance to Provincials, which will be held in Edmonton on Nov. 27 to 30. Good luck to all of our players and coaches. School Reminders are Tuesday, Nov. 19 – Elementary Report Cards, Thursday, Nov. 21 – School Mass at 10:30 a.m., Nov. 22 and 23 – Sr. Boys host Volleyball Zones, Tuesday, Nov. 26 – Elementary Parent/Teacher Interviews 4 -7 p.m. and Thursday, Nov. 28 – 5 - 8 p.m., Elementary Christmas Concert – Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at Alumni Theatre Lakeland College.
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Five Grade nine St. Jerome students attend the Leadership Conference in Edmonton on Nov. 8 and 9. More than 400 students from across the province attended the conference. They are, back row, Tenille Chase, Kaylie Krys and in front are Brette Poliakiwski, Brianne Wheat, Karley Dieken. Photo submitted.
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Vermilion Elementary School Karen King Submitted VES Stands Up Against Bullying On Nov. 8, we were privileged to host our annual Remembrance Day ceremony. Mr. Faull did a great job of being our Master of Ceremonies, Mr. Barry Roth is to be commended on his piping as he piped our guests in and out of the gym and during the ceremony, Legion Chaplain Reverend Major Aubrey Bell talked very candidly to our students about being the best we can be as we live in the best country, and all of our VES students did a wonderful job of singing and doing sign language as they presented “This Day of Peace”. Mr. Beecroft planted lettuce in the 5B grow box on the first day of school in August, and 5B has been watching it grow ever since. The lettuce was harvested on Nov. 12 and a salad was made with some
other ingredients (peppers, radishes, cucumber, and spinach). The students really enjoyed the salad, and were happy to hear that they would be using their grow box again at the start of January. Our pizza sales were once again a great
success. Thank you to all the individuals who purchased pizzas. The pizzas will be delivered to our school on Nov. 27. We will recognize the National Campaign to stop bullying behaviors during the week of November 17 – 23. The theme is: “Stand
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Up! (to bullying)”. This year, VIBE is hosting a contest for the month of November to coincide with this recognized movement to stop bullying. They want you to design a new logo for Pink T-shirt Day in February 2014, with a logo that is positive and reflects what you can do instead of bullying. The overall winner will have his/her logo used in promotional items such as T-shirts, hoodies, and posters. Winter is fast approaching. Dressing your child in layers allows warm air to get trapped between them, creating an insulation effect. A triple layer approach is great to keep kids dry and comfortable. The outer layer keeps warm air in and wind and water out, so look for something that is wind resistant, water-repellent, and breathable. About 50 per cent of our body heat is lost from our heads so a warm, lightweight hat that covers the ears is essential. Mittens work better than gloves because hands stay warmer when warm air circulates around fingers. Choose water-resistant or waterproof boots that are roomy enough for winter socks. Neck warmers are safer than scarves. Many kids miss out on winter play because they don’t have the winter wear they need to stay warm and dry. A properly dressed child will have much more fun outside. Dates to Remember: Nov. 18 – First Report Cards go home, Nov. 18 – PAC Meeting at 7 p.m., Nov. 19-20 – Science in Motion; Nov 20-21 – Parent Teacher Interviews, Nov. 26 – Assembly at 10:45 a.m., Nov. 29 – Jersey Day, Nov 29&30 – Kids Dinner Theater, Dec. 4 – Early Dismissal at 2 p.m., Dec. 12 - Kindergarten Christmas Concert, Dec. 17 – Assembly at 10:45 a.m., Dec. 18 – Grade 1-2 Christmas Concert, Dec. 19 – Grade 3-5 Christmas Concert.
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Mannville School News Susan Obrigewitch Submitted
Mannville School Busy With Winter Fun Our Grade nine students participated in the Take Our Kids To Work day on Wednesday, Nov. 6. This program is a job-shadowing experience for Grade nine students. It’s a chance for students to connect what they are learning in school with what happens in the workplace. In physical education the Grade seven to 12 classes enjoyed the September weather doing Cross Country Running and a games unit outside. In October they worked on their volleyball unit. Now they will be doing the fitness and indoor games unit. Our Grade nine and ten class
started their fitness program unit which includes Rock Climbing, Boot Camp, Squash and time on the fitness equipment at Lakeland College. In math, the Kinderkids are learning to create patterns many different ways including sounds, actions, colours, shapes and more. The classroom has been transformed as a new “Under the Sea” unit began for the month of November. The Grade one class has wrapped up their math unit on patterns and have now moved on to numbers to 12. They have been working hard on representing numbers in different ways, such as with pictures, number words, and tally marks. They are going to be moving on to comparing quantities shortly. Ask any Grade one student and Mrs. Hinton bets they can tell you the three primary
colours and what colours you get when you mix primary colours because they have been working very hard at this! They have mixed primary colours using paint, play dough, and icing. Soon in Science they will begin to talk about the season winter as it looks a lot like winter outside right now. The Grade one’s have also been working very hard at their reading and Mrs. Hinton is very proud of how well they are reading in such a short time. Thank you for doing your home reading every night. Mannville School has registered to plan and participate in the RBC Sports Day on the afternoon of Friday, Nov. 29. The students and staff of Mannville School will be participating in a variety of activities planned by the leadership classes. Stay tuned for what the day will have in store for us in healthy, active winter activities!
There is now supervised FunTeam skating and shinny hockey available after school for all students. Students must register as a FunTeam member to participate. The only equipment needed for shinny hockey is a hockey helmet, elbow pads, hockey gloves, skates and a stick. No experience is necessary. For FunSkate all you need is a hockey helmet and skates. For more information please contact Mrs. Tod. Let’s has a fun, ACTIVE winter! Mark your calendar for our Christmas Concert which will be on Tuesday, Dec. 17 following the Grad Christmas Banquet. It’s not too late to come in for a Parent Teacher interview… these are on Wednesday, Nov. 20 and Thursday, Nov. 21 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Emergency Response Nick O’Dea Reporter
In the event of a medical emergency, the first few minutes are critical to the well being of a victim. Would you know what to do? Scott Croke, President of S.C. Emerg e n c y M e d i c a l Tra i n i n g S e r v i ce s INC., believes that people do not have to feel helpless in an emergency and can learn to increase the chances of survival for a victim, a victim who is often a loved one. “When you are talking about a situation such as cardiac-arrest, it’s imperative that certain measures be taken within those crucial minutes,” he said. “The ambulance will often take only minutes to respond, but within that time frame there are steps that can be taken to help the victim’s chances of survival.” Scott has been a first responder since 1996 and sees the benefits of what the programs can do first hand. He had opportunities to take these courses and found that he had a niche in teaching them. “I like teaching so I went out and got
more instructor status and found there was a demand in the EMS industry for instructors.” C r o ke c r e a te d h i s c o m p a ny i n 2009 and has helped spread it allacross Saskatchewan and parts of Alberta. S.C.E.M.T.S INC. is opening a branch in the town of Vermilion and is encouraging citizens to come and learn how to prepare themselves for many types of medical emergencies. Programs range from Emergency Medical Training, First Aid-CPR, First Responder Training, and more. These programs are provided for those who are already in the medical field and to those who have never taken any medical training. “We’ve been in Vermilion for a while but we never had the opportunity to open the training center.” Croke grew up surrounded by people in the medical field. As a young boy he learned from his mother, who was an EMT, and participated in the local first responder course that was offered at a fire station. Citizens who are interested in taking these programs can contact S.C.E.M.T.S.
Scott Croke stands in his new Vermilion office which is located on the second floor above Re-Max. Croke believes that it is immensely beneficial for everyone to know how to respond to an emergency and to learn the processes that can help save someone’s life. Photo Nick O’Dea. 3” wide version
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New Mental Health Program To Be Offered By Lakeland College In 2014 Submitted
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Keep busy. Idle time will lead to impulsive mistakes. You are best to stay active doing something physical, or delving into a project that interests you enough to stop you from doing something you may regret later.
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A personal change will make you feel great about the way you look and what you have to offer. An emotional relationship looks good, and the things you have worked so hard to accomplish will entice romance. Take some time off and enjoy yourself.
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Take a moment to think about the past. Revisit some of the problems you have had with partners and you will realize the changes you can make to avoid making the same mistakes. Reflect and redo.
Cancer
Travel should be geared toward pleasure and romantic encounters. Visit destinations or get involved in community events that are culturally different from your own, and share in the traditions being honored by the new friends you make along the way.
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Do your best not to neglect your duties or those who count on you. Older and younger family members are likely to be demanding. Set a new pattern that will help teach those you feel responsible for to do more for you in return.
You deserve a break and a chance to work on your own personal projects or a relationship you have with someone special. Short trips will cater to your needs and impress someone you take along for the ride. Love is highlighted.
Keep your options open. Look at alternatives that are cost-effective and conducive to pleasing, not annoying, those you live or work with. Keeping the peace will be mandatory if you want to finish what you start and advance.
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Welcome change. Your ability to take what you are given and work with it will be impressive and help you get past any issues that have been causing you grief or costing you money. You should be the one to make things happen.
Participating in a joint venture will lead to a close relationship with someone inspiring. Keeping partnerships equal will allow you to attain heights that have been out of reach in the past.
Social events should include colleagues or people you would like to do business with. Your ability to impress people with savvy ambitious plans will be complemented by someone who wants to be a part of whatever you do. Seize the moment.
Problems while traveling or having a debate with someone will leave you in an awkward position. Look at the possibility of picking up a skill that will help you earn more. Strive for independence and you will gain respect.
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Issue 487
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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. WORK AND LIVE on a farm in Europe, Britain, Japan, Australia, or New Zealand! Dairy, crop, beef, sheep & more available. AgriVenture invites applicants 1830 for 4-12 month 2014 programs. www.agriventure.com; 1-888-598-4415. JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages from $32/hour, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Full-time permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 hours from major urban centres. More info at: hannachrylser.ca. Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrysler@ telusplanet.net. TJ LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is now taking resumes for 2013 - 2014 logging season. Experienced buncher/skidder/limber/process operators required. Please fax resume to 780-778-2428. HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE Class 1 or 3 Operators. Full-time and part-time positions available. Openings in several Alberta areas. Fax resume to Carillion Canada 780-449-0574 or email: mcroft@ carillionalberta.ca. Positions to start Oct. 15, 2103. Please state what position and location you are interested in. JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: www. awna.com/resumes_add.php.
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Innisfree Extravagant Spirit of Christmas Craft and Show, Innisfree Rec. Center, December 8, 2013, 10 am – 4 pm. Lunch is Available. Over $125 in Door Prizes. For Info: Maryann Berg 780-592-2261. Facebook: Innisfree Extravagant Spirit of Christmas. Accepting items for the food bank. SINGING WAITRESS CAFÉ next Jamboree Dec. 7, lunch at noon, jamboree to follow at 1:00 PM. All entertainers welcome. Now booking Christmas’ parties. Can accommodate up to 60 persons. Phone 306-825-5505. Visit us at 4910 – 49 Street, Lloydminster. ATTENTION VERMILION SENIOR CENTRE MEMBERS Nominations are urgently needed to form our new executive board. Please call the Centre at 853-4292 to submit your nominations or for more information by Monday, November 25.
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Steve Stubblejumpski & Blackwater Crude, performing Friday, November 22, 2013, 7:30 p.m. at Clandonald Community Hall. Price: $20 each. Tickets available at: Clandonald Country Store (780 853 8339), Clandonald Seed Cleaning Plant (780 853 5279) Lakeland Country Florist, Vermilion (780 853 4330). Fundraiser for Clandonald Arena Hosted by Clandonald Agricultural Society.
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“Kids Uncomplicated is an Edmonton-based organization providing services to children and their families. We offer a work environment that fosters independent thinking in a collaborative team environment. This position involves working one on one with a child with special needs in their home with support from a multi-disciplinary team. We are recruiting for a position in Innisfree, MWF from 9-12pm. Access to a personal vehicle and valid driver’s license are necessary, as travel to the client’s home is required of this part-time position. Please e-mail your resume or questions to laurab@kidsuncomplicated.com.”
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- Class 1 Water Treatment and Distribution and Class 1 Wastewater Treatment and Collection Certification preferred but will train. - Previous experience with water plants, wells, and sewage works an asset - Previous experience with operating and maintaining large equipment required. - Must be self-motivated with good communication skills. - Applicants must have a valid driver’s license. The Town offers a benefit package. Salary to be negotiated, dependent upon qualifications. Please provide two references with your resume. Submit resume stating experience, salary expected and references by December 16, 2013 to: Town of Lashburn Box 328 Lashburn, Saskatchewan S0M 1H0 Phone: 306-285-3533 / Fax: 306-285-3358 Email: townoflashburn@sasktel.net
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Careers
J.R. Robson News Shawna Craig Submitted
J.R. Robson Hosts Local MP On Friday, Nov. 8 J.R. Robson held its Annual Awards Night honouring student accomplishments. Awards were given out for achievements in various subjects across all grades. Those who maintained an average of over 80 per cent received an Honour Pin, in which 120 were given out. There were 19 students who received the Alexander Rutherford Scholarship and of those 19, 15 students earned the maximum amount available. At the end
of the evening, 338 awards were given out. J.R. hosted a Town Hall Meeting the morning of Wednesday, Nov.13. In addition to community members, Grades 9-12 staff and students were in attendance. There were many very good and interesting questions asked by students and staff. A variety of issues were discussed, such as the Senate, agriculture, cyber bullying, the economy, the budget, and other important issues. Although some students may not have been as informed about the issues as they wanted to be, it was a worthwhile experience for students
and staff to engage and discuss issues with their Member of Parliament. The meeting was a great learning experience and introduction to some students about political issues. Thank you to Mr. Leon Benoit for spending some time at JR Robson School. Mr. Campbell’s Grade 8 Outdoor Education class has been learning some life-saving skills in the bush. Students learned how to properly use a hand saw and cut dead branches to make stretchers. Students then had to test their structures by carrying each other. While some students were able to save each other and get out alive,
others were left hanging, literally, if their branch broke. The students had a lot of fun and were very enthusiastic about the project. Basketball practices have begun. Good luck in the upcoming season! A reminder to parents that report cards were sent home on Friday, Nov 8 and in case of a “Snow Day” classes will continue on and run as normal. Dates to Remember are Nov. 18 -21 - Book Fair with the Parent Evening being Nov. 20 from 5-8 p.m., Nov. 20 - Parent teacher Interviews, Nov. 25 PAC Meeting 7 p.m., Nov. 25 and 26 Grad Photos.
EMPLOYMENT CLASS 1 DRIVER REQUIRED for grain hauling ELD TRUCKING Paradise Valley Call Russell 780-205-6363
Students of the Grade 8 Outdoor Education class at J.R. Robson tested out the stretchers they made out of dead branches, during an emergency survival class. Photo submitted.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Super 8 in Vermilion Alberta is looking for additional staff immediately.
NIGHT AUDITOR PART TIME
MUST BE AVAILABLE WEEKENDS BENEFITS AFTER 6 MONTHS Apply in person with resume to the front desk 5108 - 47th avenue, Vermilion, AB. T9X 1J6
SNOW PLOW OPERATOR
Carillion Alberta is currently seeking Casual
SNOW PLOW OPERATORS for the Vermilion area
Shift-work and the ability to respond 24/7 during winter months will be required. Applicants must have a valid Class 3 or 1 drivers license with air endorsement, grade ten education or higher. Carillion maintains a substance abuse policy. Please mail or fax your written applications to: Carillion Canada Inc. Attention: Superintendent Box 40, Vegreville, AB T9C 1R1 Fax: 780-632-5060 Email: drewega@carillionalberta.ca
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT The County of Two Hills is seeking a full time qualified individual who will provide confidential executive assistance to the Chief Administrative Officer. • Reporting to the CAO, the Executive Assistant will be responsible for overseeing County of Two Hills Records, Minutes, Contracts, Leases, Agreements and Correspondence. • Assisting in the preparation of Agenda Packages. • Upkeep, maintain and research Bylaws, Policies & Procedures. • May obtain the position of a Development Officer. • GPS, GIS and IT training would be an asset. • The preferred candidate will have strong organizational and computer skills, along with excellent communication skills, superior interpersonal skills, and the ability to work in a team and open environment. • A minimum of two years experience in an Administrative role, preferably in a Municipality or Government. The County of Two Hills will offer a competitive benefit package and Local Authorities Pension Plan. Interested applicants are invited to submit their detailed resume, outlining your skills and experience (together with no less than two references) and salary expectation to the undersigned. Sally Dary, CAO County of Two Hills No. 21 Box 490 Two Hills AB T0B 4K0 Phone: (780) 657-3358 – Fax: (780) 657-3504 Email: sdary@thcounty.ab.ca The County of Two Hills No. 21 wishes to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Careers Open House To Gain Perspective Nick O’Dea Reporter
Richard Starke was elected as the Member of the Legislative Assembly for Vermilion-Lloydminster area on April 23, 2012. He was sworn-in as Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation on Feb. 8, 2013. On Nov. 13, he held an Open House that gave constituents a chance to come and learn more about his plans for the area or voice concerns that they may have with certain polices or plans. “As much as possible we try to be in a situation where we can be available for constituents to come and talk to me without having to arrange for an appointment,” he said. “It’s often challenging to find these openings in my calendar.” MLA Starke said that due to his busy schedule there are no set dates for these events but he tries to hold as many as he can throughout the year. “Wherever we find days, we’ll throw the doors open.” MLA Starke said these Open Houses
are just as beneficial for him as they are for the citizens. “We already have a list of things I call action items, that constituents have brought up to me in conversation and I will be looking to follow up on these items,” he said. “It’s good to talk to people and find out how they really feel about certain aspects of government.” Starke recently introduced a plan to the Travel Alberta Industry Conference that he believes will take the tourism sector of the area to new heights. “This is a major planning document that sets out our plan for growth within the tourism industry until 2020,” he said. “We are targeting a figure of $10.3 billion worth of economic activity in tourism by then. We’re sitting at $7.8 billion right now. We definitely think it’s achievable because we are achieving a lot of alignment with marketing. Also having the province provide a lot of opportunities that are focused on the traveller that will give them an opportunity to see and experience what they wish to.”
Starke Presentation - Ag Society
Tyler Moses of the Vermilion Agriculture Society accepted a cheque for $13,510 from Dr. Richard Starke, MLA for Vermilion-Lloydminster, on behalf of Alberta Agriculture Minister Honourable Verlyn Olson. The funding is through the Agriculture Initiatives Program grant and will be used to assist the Vermilion Agriculture Society with the cost of installing an air conditioning system in the society’s facility and purchasing 11 garbage containers. Photo submitted.
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(780) 846-2244 or (780) 853-5492 www.vermilion-rive www w.vermilion-river.com r 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”. Highways 16 (TransCanada Yellowhead), 41, 17 and 45, plus numerous secondary highways, provide superior transportation corridors easing travel to and from all directions. Our municipal operations are based out of Kitscoty, Alberta – near the geographic center of the County.
Our Public Works Department is seeking several highly motivated individuals to join our safety-oriented team in the roles of
Four year old Jamie Warr enjoyed the Friday night public skating at the Vermilion arena last week. It was her first skate of the season and with the help of a skating aid as well as her mom, Jamie made it around the ice surface. Photo Karen Nedzilski
GRADERMAN
This is a full-time permanent position with responsibilities that will include: • Summer and winter maintenance on all County roads including but not limited to: grading of roads to standard guidelines; patching minor holes; observing and making recommendations on gravel requirements and repairs if needed; snow removal and scraping of icy roads • Daily servicing of equipment • Adherence to County Safety Program • Inspecting County roads and reporting any issues that need attention such as signs, culverts, washouts, etc. • Assist with other County projects as needed
HEAVY DUTY MECHANIC
This is a full-time permanent position with responsibilities that will include: • Repair and service all County equipment as needed determined by the Shop Foreman or Public Works Superintendent • Run sanding truck or other equipment in an emergency or when short-handed • Adherence to County Safety Program • Assist with the ordering of parts and regular cleaning of shop • Consideration may be given to a Heavy Equipment Technician or Apprentice
LEVEL 1 WATER AND SEWER OPERATOR
This is a full-time permanent position with responsibilities that will include: • Assisting with the day-to-day operation of the County’s Water and/or Sewer Utility systems • Provide timely and proper servicing of water and sewer equipment • Undertake repairs to water and sewer systems as directed • Monitor water wells monthly • Undertake water meter readings, water quality and other tests as directed • Inspect sewage treatment lagoons where applicable • Communicate effectively and courteously • On-call rotation The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to multi-task; adapt to changing priorities and deadlines; work within both a team environment and with minimal supervision; and provide strong customer service skills. These positions will remain open until suitable candidates are recruited. Applications clearly marked “CONFIDENTIAL – Public Works Superintendent”, can be submitted to: Carry Grant, Public Works Superintendent County of Vermilion River Box 69, 4912-50 Avenue, Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 E-mail: cgrant@county24.com Fax: 780.846.2716
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Successful candidates will be required to provide a criminal record check and driver’s license abstract. The County of Vermilion River appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those 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. Personal information is being collected solely for the purpose of considering candidates eligibility for employment.
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Sports
NEXT HOME GAME
JR. B GAME, NOV. 22 AT 8:00 PM VS LLOYDMINSTER
FOLLOWING GAME
JR. B GAME, DEC. 7 AT 8:00 PM VS SADDLE LAKE Brydan Maxwell posed for his individual shot. Member of Initiation Team 2, Ma xwell smiled from ear to ear as his coach told him he would soon be making goals on the ice.
The Initiation Team 1 of the Vermilion Minor Hockey League posed for their first group photo. The kids all giggled and slowly shuffled on and off the ice before getting a solo action photo. Photos Nick O’Dea.
Family Violence Month Nick O’Dea Reporter
November is Family Violence Month and Assistant Executive Director of the Lloydminster Interval Home, Charlene Rowein, believes that it is a crucial time to learn and speak about the effects of abuse in the household. Rowein is happy that Alberta is one of the provinces to recognize November as Family Violence Month and assures people it is important to bring awareness to the effects family violence has on women and children in Alberta communities. Although the Interval Home provides discussion for its cause all-year-round, in the month of November the Family Violence campaign includes a proclamation signing with the City of Lloydminster and a banner is displayed in the downtown core. In addition, newspaper advertisements, radio ads, presentations to schools and organizations and many other promotions take place throughout the month. “The more information we can generate to our community members the better support we can offer to those who are in need,” she said. According to Stats Canada, half of all women in Canada say they have experienced at least one incident of physical or sexual violence since the age of 16, but Rowein thinks the number is in fact higher. “I believe this number may be higher as a woman may not recognize that she has been assaulted and therefore may dismiss it as an act of physical or sexual violence,” she said. “A young girl who is in her first relationship may be naive in believing what she is being told and may want to do all she can to make the relationship work.” Each year, over 40,000 arrests result from domestic violence—that’s about 12% of all violent crime in Canada. Since only 22% of all incidents are reported to the police, the real number is much higher. Rowein believes that there are several reasons why these crimes are not reported. “One mainly is the fear a woman may feel. If she reports the crime, she may see it as making her situation worse; therefore she may either stay in the relationship or seek services from a shelter,” she said. “Also, others who either know the victim or abuser may feel it is not their place to interfere in the relationship; therefore are not willing to report the abuse to the police.” On any given day in Canada, more than 3,300 women, (along with their 3,000 children) are forced to sleep in an emergency shelter to escape domestic violence. Rowein believes these shelters are essential to helping victims of family
violence. “Without shelters a woman would have no safe place to go and could potentially increase her risk of being seriously injured or even killed at the hands of her partner,” she said. “At the Lloydminster Interval Home we provide essential emergency services where women can not only feel safe, but also feel supported as they begin the process to make changes in their lives and end the cycle of violence.” This year the Lloydminster Interval Home has provided support to 182 children. Rowein said they have seen the impact family violence has on these children. She said that by providing them a safe and secure place, a place to play and receive a warm smile will allow them to just be children and not a child who needs to worry about their mother or wonder when the next violent episode will happen. While physical abuse may be the most obvious, the emotional and psychological consequences of domestic abuse are also severe. Emotionally abusive relationships can destroy one’s self-worth, leading to anxiety and depression, and make one feel helpless and alone, according to Rowein. She said there are signs that a partner can look for in a relationship that are often precursors to abuse. According to Rowein the most telling sign is fear of your partner. If a person feels they have to walk on eggshells around their partner, constantly watching what you say and/or do to avoid a blow up, chances are the relationship is unhealthy and abusive. She said a woman will then begin to lose her confidence and self esteem, feeling emotionally numb or helpless.
“Other signs include a partner who belittles, humiliates or blames the partner for their own abusive behavior. There are also signs of controlling behaviour: excessively jealous and possessive, keeping a partner from seeing friends or family, limiting their access to finances, transportation, and phone use,” she said. “The abuser can also be very threatening to the partner.” Sixty seven percent of all Canadians say they personally know at least one woman who has been sexually or physically assaulted. Rowein said it’s important to report such incidences and it is important
for individuals to understand that a violent act is a crime that is being committed. “An anonymous call to the police can be made to report the incident,” she said. “If children are involved, a person is required to report these incidences to Children’s Services to be investigated.” On Feb. 5, 2014, the Lloydminster Interval Home will be hosting the dance presentation called “Ghosts of Violence,” which brings to light the stories of women who have experienced violence at the hands of a partner and those who have lost their lives due to it.
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