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On Saturday, Dec. 21, the Vermilion Dance Club performed “The Nutcracker” to a large audience at the Alumni theatre in Lakeland College. The group performed their non-speaking roles and captured the crowd’s fascination and cheer, who capped the performance off with a standing ovation. The event featured group, as well as solo dances and kept it traditional. The 132 year old show is a prominent piece of Vermilion’s Christmas celebration. See more on page 2. Photo Nick O’Dea.

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Brighter Beginnings Celebrate Holiday Season

The Vermilion and Area Brighter Beginnings held its annual Christmas concert in the afternoon of Dec. 18 at the Father Cordeau Centre at St. Jerome’s Catholic School.

Family and f r iend s were treated to holiday tunes performed by the child re n in the playgroup.

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Clandonald Hotel Reopens After A Decade Karen Nedzielski Reporter

With more small towns struggling to remain, many small town businesses sometimes find themselves forced to relocate and in some cases, close their doors completely. It seems as though when the local “watering hole” closes, this can sometimes speed up the process.

But one such spot seems to be making a comeback.

After more than a decade, the recently renovated Clandonald Hotel is once again open for business.

The hotel sat vacant for years until the new owner, Jodee Srochenski, purchased it approximately two years ago with the intentions of renovating the establishment.

Srochenski said his original plan for the building has evolved somewhat from the time of purchase, but he is very optimistic about where the business is going and what it can offer the community.

After some major upgrades to the hotel rooms, Srochenski said throughout the pipeline work in the area, there have not been room vacancies until recently.

All the rooms have undergone face lifts which involved completely gutting them and updating them with new paint, counter tops, fridges, hot plates and TVs. Each of the unit’s bathrooms have also undergone a complete renovation.

The main bar/restaurant area has also seen a complete overhaul, and instal-

lation of a separate room for private bookings. The hotel’s bar also features a big screen projector where patrons can sit back and enjoy a movie or sporting event.

The Clandonald Hotel is partnering up with a local bus company, Dave’s Party Bus, to offer guests of the hotel the opportunity to enjoy their evening out and not have to worry about a designated driver for the drive home. The bus makes pickups in town and transports guests to the Clandonald Hotel for the evening, later returning them back to Vermilion.

The hotel has made some changes since its official opening on Halloween this past year, which include dancing ladies each Saturday evening and will also hold an open party on Dec. 31 for those wanting to ring in the New Year, Clandonald style.

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RCMP Reports ing to be her “granddaughter” had called her residence looking for $4,000 as she had been involved in an accident and needed the money right away to pay for damages to her vehicle.

The complainant was suspicious and contacted her daughter who stated that the granddaughter was fine and had not been involved in any accidents and did not need any money.

The RCMP wish to advise people, espe“Grandparent Scam” cially the elderly residents of this area, On Dec. 19, 2013, Kitscoty RCMP that these types of calls are usually a scam received a complaint from an elderly and they should take care to confirm the female who indicated that someone claim- request with other relatives prior to send-

ing any monies. If there is any doubt as to the validity of the request, never send monies or act on the request and contact your local Policing agency for assistance.

Break and Enter to Business The Lloydminster Municipal RCMP are currently investigating the Break and Enter into a business located in the 4400 block of 52 Avenue in Lloydminster, Alberta.

Sometime during the early morning hours of Wednesday, Dec. 12, unknown persons smashed the front door window and entered the business stealing an undis-

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

Morrit Children Donate Bake Sale Proceeds Karen Nedzielski Reporter T h e M o r r i t c h i l d re n h ave b e e n selling their baked goods for just over two weeks and their hard work has definitely paid off. The children have raised $1,500 which they have donated to three charities with the first donation appearing in the Voice on Dec. 16 as they presented Santa’s Anonymous with their $500 donation.

The three siblings have made the last of the presentations with two donations in the amount of $50 0 each. One recipient being the Ronald McDonald House and the other being the Vermilion and Area Kidsport.

Presenting the cash donation are the Morrit children from right, Kalla, Kadin and Jorah. Accepting on behalf of the Ronald McDonald House is Paige Jaremco holding her daughter Autumn, along with her son Carter, left, and daughter Kira. Photos Karen Nedzielski.

The second donation was presented to Kidsport Chairperson Shawn Bell, on the right. Shawn Bell said although they have received some larger donations from businesses and corporations, this donation is the largest personal donation the Vermilion Kidsport has received.

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The Season Of Good Will Karen Nedzielski Editor

The holiday season is upon us. For some it has come too soon and for others it can’t seem to come fast enough. Whatever state of preparation you are in, ready or not, here it is.

Christmas is a time where many reflect on what the holiday means to them and observe it according to their beliefs. We pass each other on the street or in the store and exchange holiday greetings and wishes of prosperity for the coming year.

M os t p e o p l e s e e m to e n g a g e a cheerful spirit as the day draws nearer.

However, some can let the stress of the holiday pressures get the best of them. Finding that perfect gift or filling the grocery list for the all important Christmas meal can sometimes wreak havoc on our seasonal demeanour.

For the most part, people usually can put on a smile and remember what is really important at this time of year.

What I have foun d lately is th e number of people who acknowledge the hard work and dedication of those who strive to make our communities the great places they are. Whether it is the mail delivery person, the store clerk or grader operators, they are

Letter To The Editor ALTEX’s Proposal Dear Editor, T h e a r ti cl e d e s cr i b i n g ALT E X’s proposal for an oil transfer facility was ver y interesting. The fac t that the citizens are being given an opportunity to have input is doubly so. Mannville has just such a facility and the citizens were given NO chance for input. It was built!

Yo ur co n cerns a re ver y real. If you want to experience such a facility come to Mannville. Place yourself downwind from it when oil is being transferred. Visit at one am when the train is shuffling cars around to drop off empty tankers. Come at four am when the train is picking up full tankers for transport to wherever. Shuf-

fling train cars around is anything but a quiet job. Visit the Motel and try to sleep while this is going on. Talk to a farmer who can’t get his bumper crop to market because there are no railcars or room on the limited tracks for transporting grain to terminals for sale.

Is rail transport a better solution for transporting our oil than pipelines?

Do trains derail? Do trains catch on fire? Do trucks not have accidents?

Do the oil companies maintain the roads their trucks use?

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working hard to make sure your Christmas packages arrive on time, help you find that special item on the shopping list, or keep the streets and roads clear for safe passage during the holidays.

I too have recently had a number of people compliment The Voice on the stories and event coverage featured in our paper, from in and around the Vermilion area. The biggest compliment to a writer is having someone approach them after reading a published article.

This has happened to me on numerous occasions since joining the Voice family in September. It is wonderful to hear that people are reading and enjoying our newspaper. Being a local and privately owned business, means we

have to work really hard to produce a product for the community, just like the many other locally owned businesses in our coverage area.

The notes and comments of appreciation tell us; The Voice is going in the right direction.

Although not every story will appeal to all readers, The Voice tries to cover the events and stories of importance for the entire area.

As The Voice nears its 500 issue, I would like to speak for the entire Voice family when we say “Thank You” for welcoming us to your events and sharing stories with us to publish. We look forward to informing and entertaining you for many years to come.

Oops Correct Poinsettia Watering Information Don’t forget to water those Christmas Poinsettia plants! Jason Andersen of Kathy’s Greenhouse, says don’t wait until the plant has completely wilted, but rather just before. The plants do not like a lot of moisture but waiting until they are wilted, may be too late. Jason says you can make them last well into February if you monitor the watering closely.

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So that’s why it’s usually bitter cold in January. If it’s this cold now and throughout Christmas, we know we are in for a long cold winter. Of course, wind conditions can dramatically make that all the more brutal.

I was reminded of the wind-chill factor this past weekend. Although the actual temperature was in the mid to high minus twenties Celsius, with the wind-chill it passed the minus 40 degree Celsius point.

That minus 40 is a number that everyone knows as minus 40 Celsius and is the point on the thermometer that meets minus 40 Fahrenheit. So, when anyone mentions minus 40, everyone shivers as it is bitter cold.

Having worked, played, and enjoyed outdoor adventures all my life, I only look at the thermometer to confirm the amount of layers one should wear, as I am a firm believer that one can dress for any weather.

So I dressed appropriately when I ventured forth to stock up on firewood this past weekend. As soon as I walked out of our home I knew bare skin wasn’t going to like the day, to say the least.

Over the years I can generally tell how cold it is by the sound of walking on both powdered and packed snow and the sound wasn’t encouraging, but that wasn’t going to stop me.

I put the big Husky [Husqvarna] chainsaw in the cab of the truck, as pull start engines are stubborn in cold weather, even though one doesn’t have to go far for firewood.

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I left the chainsaw run the entire time as I knew if I shut it down and it froze up that it wouldn’t be the only thing cantankerous out there on that frosty day.

But she ran perfectly as soon as she warmed up after starting it, and it wasn’t long before I was plenty warm too. I mentioned many times before if my feet are cold I am done, so I wore my “100 Below” rated boots.

Since my feet were toasty, it wasn’t long before I was unzipping outerwear and even discarding a layer of upper clothing and I wore a warm “mad trapper” style hat to regulate my body heat.

The hat prevented quick heat loss from my body and was the key protection from wind-chill on bare skin, like hands and face because it contained body warmth. I was very comfortable as the day went on.

As I placed the last piece of firewood on the heaping pile of the last load in the box of my truck, the sun dropped way too soon in the frosty haze of the western horizon.

Even with insulating wind protection layers of clothing I could feel the wind-chill trying its best to freeze my entire body. It was already dark after I neatly stacked all the firewood and took a couple of armloads into the house.

I was supposed to attend a Christmas party that evening, however, as I lay on the couch in front of the roaring fireplace, the comforting warmth of the glowing fire relaxed me, so I knew that wasn’t going to happen.

The cold and snow may be affecting some aspects of the Camp Wainwright Base hunt. As of noon on the final day, there were only 148 deer taken.

However, a mind boggling 82 moose were taken, which shows how many moose are on the Base; numbers in the hundreds.

Six elk were taken, for which numbers are historically low.

For most working folks it’s dark on the way to work and dark coming home from work this time of year, so weekends are the only time to enjoy a little sunlight. Try to get out there and do just that.

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My Dad Otto Louis Henry Wolters Franklin Wolters Columnist

In my earlier writing, I often talked about Dad and his roots in Missouri and his German heritage. His Mother, a German immigrant, lost her first husband from T.B which claimed him in his early thirties and left her to raise two young boys alone. Not too good a situation pre-1900. Anyway, my Grandpa Wolters thought she had the qualities he sought and they were married.

My Dad was the second child of that union. Grandma worked as a housemaid and Grandpa had cow-boyed and worked as a farm labourer in his first years in the “States.” After the marriage he started farming on shares in Missouri, but never got enough ahead to afford to buy any land!!

Dad often told of his childhood in the foothills of the “Ozark” mountains. All the different fruit and nut trees and the oak, hickory, and sycamore and persimmons trees that their hogs pastured between and how particularly flavourful the meat was. He talked so often of the sorghum molasses they made at home and talked of a limestone cistern they caught rainwater in for drinking. He thought they lived in a paradise, but his Dad, Grandpa, wanted his own land and

was persuaded by a neighbor who had homesteaded up in Alberta, to come up with him and see for himself.

The deal was the government would let you try to prove up a quarter section of farmland for the fee of $10.00 dollars.

There was no safety net of any kind, you were entirely on your own!!

Grandpa brought his two stepsons along and they also proved up their own homesteads; you understand they actually plowed the required land with a walking plow and a team of horses.

They were also required to build up a livable shack that could prevail against the winter that they really hadn’t experienced until they arrived here. It is hard to imagine the isolation and hardship that awaited them in those early times.

After the homesteads were proved up Grandpa left his stepsons up here and headed back for the rest of his family and all their worldly goods. They were allowed a boxcar for everything including their milk cow and after a long tiresome journey, they arrived in Vermilion in December 1910.

Their crop had been stacked so the threshing machine feeder was positioned so they could pitch the bundles from the stack into the feeder. Dad remembered being there watching the steam powered tractor running the machine and thinking “How can it possibly be so cold?” It’s really a story of how the

family used the experience of living off the land in such a different climate and came to be at home here in Alberta. Dad became proficient at handling horses and though it was said to be impossible, Dad learned to harvest coyote fur on a regular basis. Dad’s two younger sisters graduated from “Normal” school and became school marms back when that was a real challenge considering the way things were then.

As it happened his youngest sister Rosa’s first school was the “Popular Heights” school about 6 miles north of Vermilion. Going to that school for her last year was a Gladys Wilson, and Aunt Rosa boarded at Wilson’s. The story of my Dad’s romance was started. He was bringing things up for his sister and at the same time getting acquainted with a pretty brown eyed gal who really impressed him, enough that he rode his “Nipper” horse all the way up there even in the cold winter times, which says a lot for Dad’s feelings and the lure of a pretty brown eyed gal. If you ever met Mom you’d certainly understand.

They were married in Mom’s folk’s home and then moved to Dad’s place 25 miles south of Vermilion where he farmed in partnership with his brother Herman.

Come August 1935, my brother Elmer was born on the kitchen table with the help of Grandma Wolters and a neigh-

bour lady, Mrs. McFarlane. There’d been a three day rain and it was days later when the roads dried up and Mom finally got to a hospital. All was well! Just to mention how things could be back then.

About 18 months later, this writer was born and I became a total fan of Dad’s.

It was hard to get me to quit following him around. The three sisters came later and we were a close family unit as I remember.

I can’t imagine having a more caring Dad; he certainly was my hero. He was, I thought, the strongest, smartest, best shot driver and I guess I worshiped him.

The long times we spent together horse riding , working cattle or whatever there was to do, was great for this lad, I loved to be with him. To do his bidding and have his praise for a job well done made me feel 9 feet tall. Life was full of rewards.

Dad started to feel poorly in about 56 or 57, on March 13, a Friday. In 1959, Dad left us just past his 58th birthday, a victim of a rare nervous system degeneration. He left behind a legacy of friendliness and fair play and he surely has been missed.

Thanks Dad for all the wonderful gifts you left me, and I do wish you could have seen your grandchildren, you would have been proud.

Christmas Message from Dr. Richard Starke Dr. Richard Starke MLA Vermilion-Lloydminster Submitted

“I heard the bells on Christmas Day Their old, familiar carols play, And wild and sweet The words repeat Of peace on earth, good-will to men!”

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s words of peace on earth and good-will to men speak about something we all long for and yet for many, it can be hard to find joy at Christmas.

Wouldn’t it be nice if we could hit a pause button for the Christmas Season

and put on hold – mental illness, disease, hurting hearts or financial troubles?

Life can seem so very far away from the peace on earth and good-will to men that we see in Christmas movies and on cards.

Yet we can all make a difference to help others in our communities.

We can donate to the Secret Santa boxes, food hampers and do what we can to meet the needs of those around us. There can be nothing more gratifying and heartwarming than putting a smile on someone’s face when they are feeling down.

When looking back at 2013 I witnessed firsthand during the floods how neighbors and strangers can all gather together to help each other. I am ever

mindful of the tremendous privilege it is to be your MLA. I remain grateful for the trust you have placed in me and pledge to continue to work hard on behalf of all constituents dealing with your issues and concerns.

Throughout this Christmas season my wife Alison and I would like to extend our best wishes to you. May you experience and share with others peace and goodwill.

Merry Christmas.

Sincerely, Dr. Richard Starke MLA Vermilion-Lloydminster Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation

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Money Or Wealth Margaret Lonsdale Columnist

Tom Crist won 40 Million bucks last May and kept the big news secret until earlier this month. He must have tremendous self-control.

Imagine how your life might change if overnight you became crazy wealthy.

Imagine all of your new friends, and the old ones you thought had long forgotten you even existed. Imagine all the stuff you could buy, the places you could go.

Ordinary, obscure you could instantly become an important celebrity in your own mind.

Many of us imagine that all that is worrisome in our lives would miraculously be resolved if only we could win the lottery. True, to have is almost always better than to have not. But isn’t there something uneasy about the

concept of sudden, unearned wealth?

We joke among friends: “well, when I win that jackpot on Saturday...” but most of us don’t count on that unlikely event ever occurring. Instead, we get on with what we know will really pull us out from under the weight of our fat credit card debt or make the lease payment on our shiny truck parked outside. We head off to work like good, contributing citizens of the world.

Wealth is best acquired over time and as a consequence of our own efforts.

Without the stumbling that most of us experience as we learn to master the basics of managing our sometimes baffling financial lives, we can’t expect to act responsibly with access to excess.

The delirious euphoria that inevitably erupts after someone gains unexpected wealth eventually dissipates. Presuming that there’s still something left, the quiet, unsteady days following SWS (Sudden Wealth Shock) might compare

to an apprenticing fire eater prematurely pushed into the spotlight of public performance. Lack of adequate training and time to practice new skills dramatically increase the chances of fire eaters and poor money managers alike going down in flames. Hard and fast, with the bonus of free humiliation.

Investment guru Warren Buffett reportedly planned his estate such that his considerable assets will not be left to his offspring upon his death. His philosophy is that no one actually benefits from wealth gained solely through inheritance.

Mr. Buffett’s net worth having steadily increased through his accumulation of knowledge, experience, and exercising good judgment, his expectation is that his children earn their way to financial success on their own terms as well.

The great Mahatma Gandhi warned that wealth without effort leads to a distortion of good and sound judgment in a civilization. Quick wealth leaves out

the important lessons gained through adding value on a day to day basis, available only through a steady investment of time and hard work, the same familiar ingredients known to all our ancestors. Possibly Gandhi intended for us to consider always the importance of building wealth, spiritual and material alike, over time from a stable, honourable foundation, the contents of which are the stuff of substance, and not flimsy superficialities.

Mr. Crist of Calgary declares that every dollar of his immense new wealth will be redistributed to charitable causes.

He says he already has enough.

Few of us may find ourselves faced with the kind of challenge that his unexpected win forced upon him. It’s certainly interesting, though, to reflect upon the possibilities, and to consider how we might choose to conduct ourselves given similar circumstances.

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They enjoyed some friendly conversation and a nutritious meal.

‘Twas the Week Before Christmas’ In hopes that the classrooms would (Adapted from the original poem, ‘Twas soon be overflowing with zeal.

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On the last day before Christmas break, The smell of pancakes filled the air and tables were packed with goodies that were baked.

Christmas music echoed down the hall As the students and staff shared their laughter and Christmas cheer, I do recall.

Soon the gym was crowded with family members and friends They listened to the carols and tunes bursting with joyous blends.

Enjoying all the little Whos in Whoville, As they showed the Grinch some goodwill.

They even observed the “Christmas Present” being shoplifted by joyless strangers, Only to be reminded that the “key to holiday hope lie in the gift God sent us”; the babe in a manger.

Their festive production ended on a happy note, With a visit from the jolly man in a red coat.

The children all scrambled to sit on his knee, To whisper in his ear, “Please bring me...”

When he was sure he heard every last wish, A gift to each child appeared from his bag with a swish.

He sprang through the doors, and he gave a whistle, And away he flew like the down of a thistle, But we all heard him exclaim, as he ran out of sight, “Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good-night!”

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They cleared the walks, with a twinkling of their wings and cheeks all aglow.

When Old Man Winter blew out a frigid sigh, And the elementary students were stuck inside, they didn’t bat an eye.

They sprang across the hall in a flash, To join Mr. Lancaster’s Just Dance party bash.

The sun not quite peeping through the clouds onto the icy snow, Gave the sparkle of morning to the objects below.

When, what to our wondering eyes should appear, But two sleighs drawn by horses, and drivers spreading the holiday cheer.

With the cold nipping at their nose, The children sat atop the bales on the sleighs all bundled in their winter clothes.

They toured around town with a giggle and a jingle, Finally stopping to enjoy some hot lunch and time to mingle.

Later, they were concert practice bound, Rehearsals, guitar performances and songs were the only sound, Heard from the classrooms, hallways and every nook and hollow, Heard by everyone, even the chimney swallow.

As the end of the week came near, A hustle and a bustle and a scratching and a scritching were all you could hear, From the lumberjack clad students furiously completing assignments and tests, To the Secret Santas leaving gifts, to no one’s protests.

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Dawns Eats Dawn Hames Columnist

We know it is the Christmas season when we see the eggnog in the dairy section of the grocery stores. Canadians love their eggnog to the tune of 5.9 million liters a year.

Eggnog has been a classic Christmas tradition for centuries. Historically, it is believed to come from medieval England and was more likely to contain sherry with the eggs and dairy. It was a drink of the wealthy.

When the drink came to North America, with the colonist, it was most likely that it was spiked with Caribbean rum

instead of sherry, since rum was more available and more affordable. Interestingly a vintage recipe from George Washington himself used a dozen egg yolks, 3/4 cup sugar, 4 cups milk, 4 cups cream and 5 cups liquor. The liquor was 2 cups brandy, 1 cup rye whisky, 1 cup Jamaican rum and 1/2 cup sherry. Wow, that’s a lot of booze. I am sure that it packed quite a punch.

Many of the older recipes will whip the egg whites to stiff peaks and fold them into the uncooked eggnog. For food safety reasons, modern recipes recommend heating the raw eggs in the eggnog mixture to 160 degrees F. Some recipes use the whole egg, but this produces a curdled cooked egg

white texture, that is often strained out.

Using only egg yolks prevents this problem. The leftover egg whites can be turned into omelets, meringue cookies or pavlova.

This is a recipe for home made eggnog, that is less sweet that the commercial varieties, but with delightful flavor. It is a recipe that can be easily doubled. Today eggnog is often served cold, but it can also be served as a hot beverage, like hot chocolate.

Eggnog 6 egg yolks 3 1/2 cups milk 2 percent 1/2 cup cream 33 percent 1/4 cup sugar

1/2 teaspoon nutmeg 1/4 teaspoon allspice 2 teaspoons vanilla In a heav y bottomed pot, whisk or beat the egg yolks, 3 cups of the milk, the sugar, spices and the vanilla together. Heat the mixture on low heat until it is steaming for several minutes (160 degrees F). Add the reaming half cup milk and half cup cream and whisk.

Pour into a glass measure such as a 4 cup pyrex and refrigerate until cool.

This can be served as is, or it can have rum, brandy, sherry, bourbon or whiskey mixed in. It is showy topped with a dollop of sweetened whipped cream. Garnish with a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon.

Vermilion Expands Social Media and Magazine Nick O’Dea Reporter

Over the past two years the Town of Vermilion has been making headway in its efforts to attract tourists and potential residents through the use of social media.

I n D e cem b er of 2012 th e Town entered into a one-year agreement with Seekers Media to create seven videos that will be used to highlight aspects of Vermilion. The videos will be available on the Town’s YouTube channel, which will be up and running early in the new year. The videos feature a range of topic s such as summer and winter tourism, business

and economic development, community services and physician attraction. Community Economic Development Coordinator Mary Lee Prior said the new technology available today is a great way to expand interest in the Town of Vermilion.

“We can reach a lot of people and s h ow th e m w h a t th e a re a h a s to offer them,” she said. “We have our own s e c ti o n s o n “ Sn ow S e e ke r s” and “Festival Seekers” (two Seekers Media platforms), and these are directly connected to our other social media avenues such as Facebook and Twitter.”

The live feed that is shown on the two Seekers Media platforms that will broadcast each item put on the Town

of Vermilion’s social media outlets, will allow people to receive updates as soon as they happen.

Another deal was struck last month with Seekers Media to complete three winter stories that will be featured on the websites and outlets. One story will highlight the Good Life Institute and Winter Festival as well as the events that are offered during the December and January months.

A second stor y was written about the ski trails available at the Vermilion Provincial Park and the Nordic Ski Club. The third story will not be released until 2014.

The cost of the two endeavours totalled roughly $23,000, but is offset by cooperative marketing

funding from Travel Alberta to the tune of 50 per cent. The project will be paid out of the existing economic development budget.

Early in the 2013 year, the economic development team looked into the possibility of creating a magazine in which the town can further market itself. “ Many other towns also have economic development magazines,” she said. “It will have our economic d evelo p m ent p rofile in th ere a n d will have the three winter stories in it along with history of the Town. It’s really meant to be a showcase of our community.”

Prior said the Vermilion magazine will hopefully be out on April 1.

Government Initiative Hopes to Answer Queries Nick O’Dea Reporter

The Environmental Petitions Process has been helping Canadians receive knowledge from the Federal Government since 1995. While it may not be a new initiative, the Office of the Auditor General would like more Canadians to know about it and its benefits.

Citizens of Canada who have an environmental or sustainable development question can use the Environmental Petitions Process to contact the appropriate Minister and have the query answered. Any environmental concerns or questions that fall under the Federal Mandate can be inquired about.

After the petition is received by the Office of the Auditor General, it is forwarded to the appropriate Minister who can answer the inquiries formally.

The petition must be answered within a p e ri o d of 120 d ays, u n l es s th e Minister has contacted the petitioner to discuss and extension. All petitions that have been answered are open to the public for viewing purposes.

There are several requirements that are compulsor y to send an environmental petition. It must be submitted and signed by a Canadian citizen. The benefit for an environmental petition is they do not require an abundance of signatures. It only needs to be signed by a single Canadian citizen and can simply be a letter.

It must be an environmental matter in the context of sustainable develop-

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2014 Budget Town Of Vermilion Submitted

On December 17, 2013, council for the Town of Vermilion gave first reading to the 2014 Tax Rate Bylaw which gives approval to the 2014 Operating and Capital Budget and the five year budget plan.

School requisitions are not yet available and have been included as status quo. The Town of Vermilion collects the

education tax on behalf of the province and has no control over the School Tax Rate. The municipality is requesting an 8.2% increase in the municipal levy resulting in a levy of $4,252,588. The municipal tax rate results in an increase of 2.2% for residential properties and the non residential properties an increase of 2.5%.

The utility rates will increase as follows: Water Consumption 34.6% Water Flat Rate 5% Garbage 1%

Recycling 6% Sewer 0% Since Vermilion is now connected to regional water we will pay an increase from $2.60 to $3.50/m3 for consumption that will include the costs to distribute that water to our residents. The consumption rates will increase to cover Vermilion’s principal and interest payments for phase one and two. The 2013 water rates sheltered the increases expected for 2014. The Town will be monitoring the costs closely to ensure

the accuracy of 2014’s utility rates. The overall dollar increase for a family of 4 is approximately an increase of $24.45 month effective January 1, 2014.

The tax rates have been established based on an expected growth of 2% for 2014. On average, residential properties will see an increase of $50-$75 in their property taxes. Council will review the 2014 budget when assessment and school requisitions are available in April of 2014 and proceed to second and third reading to the tax rate bylaw.

Wanting to Eliminate Christmas?

Shirley L Scott, Walking Through Grief Society Submitted

This is the one season and holiday that has the most impact on “family” and being together.

The songs are being played and the trees are being lit and there is a hustle and bustle about buying the special gift for the special person. The questions are , “How are you spending Christmas?”

“Have you got your shopping done?” We all are guilty of those same questions but for those who have had a life changing loss, just getting through a day is hard

enough much less thinking of the family time and Christmas. Most people I have talked with just want the season to pass to January. They find most of the activities around Christmas painful, the tree, the favorite baking, the music, the gift buying and card sending. It, really isn’t Christmas that one wants to eliminate but the pain that is aroused by the family holiday.

Perhaps these tips will help to lessen the pain in the planning and help to focus on the real celebration of Christmas.

From Margaret Robinson: 1. How do you want to remember your loved one this season? This is your unique relationship and grief journey. Do what feels right to you.

2. Make a plan, even if you don’t carry out the plan exactly. Having a plan gives you a sense of direction, when you feel you are just floating.

3. Discuss you plans with other family members. Whatever you plan this year can be changed next year, and you can change traditions for one year or begin new ones.

4. Be sad and cry when you need to and find small moments of joy when you can.

5. Get others to write out a memory and put it in a stocking or a gift box, to share over the holiday season.

6. Plan to be with supportive and compassionate persons and if you are

planning a social outing explain that you may want to leave early. Take your own vehicle or let a friend know of your social limitations, so they can take you home.

Remember you are not a burden!

7. Be a giver. Even if it is only a smile.

8. Give a gift in memory of your loved one. A donation to a special charity or, if you are able, volunteer at a meal or collecting for others who are less fortunate this Christmas.

9. Talk about your loved one and perhaps light a memory candle. The warmth of that light will be a comfort and remind you there is hope, tomorrow.

May you find the message of peace this season becomes a part of your journey.

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RONA’s Contractors Raise Funds For Santa’s Anonymous

The Contractors Christmas party raised $1,055 for Santa’s Anonymous. Thanks to Lourich Concrete, Legacy Construction, Dundonald Homes, Ken Schira Drywall, Mad X Drywall, Selte Enterprises, RONA, Erik Barr, and Hammertime Construction. Dennis McCormack, Vermilion RONA owner, presented the cheque to George Matechuk from Santa’s Anonymous. Photo submitted.

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The third annual Innisfree Extravagant Spirit of Christmas Craft and Show was held on Dec. 8 at the Innisfree Rec Centre and organizer Marryann Berg said the annual event was well attended despite the cooler temperatures. Each year the event sees a number of vendors offering a wide variety of items for sale. Any profits from table rentals at the event goes to support the local food bank. This year’s event raised $450 which was donated to the Vermilion Food Bank. Vendor Sandi Lecky, had a table at the sale where she offered shoppers a wide-selection of Gold Canyon candles to choose from. Photo submitted.

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Wheat Management Seminar Nick O’Dea Reporter

Knowing what techniques are the most efficient when you are a wheat farmer can be difficult because new technology and innovative ideas are constantly being developed.

On Dec. 19, Bourgault and Ireland Farm Equipment held a Wheat Management Seminar. The event featured special guest and main speaker Phil Needham. Needham is an international Wheat Management Specialist who has travelled the world conducting research on what will help farmers get a bigger crop yield. He has been involved in several studies that

have shown him first-hand what the best methods of wheat management are.

Needham said that the strategies he was showing them have helped farmers all over the world achieve 100 bushels per acre.

“Some who get 100 are disappointed now with that number,” he said to the crowd. “When 20 years earlier if they had gotten 50 bushels per acre they were tickled pink.”

Needham spoke directly with growers to help them locate areas which could improve bushel per acre amounts.

Needham spoke about new technology that producers around the globe are taking advantage of to raise their yields and profits. He talked to farmers about the

importance of seeding by seeds per acre and the benefit of maintaining a specific head population by using certain amounts of fertilizer.

“Seed placement is an important part along with field uniformity that many farmers underestimate,” he stated. “Some of the smallest things, when it comes to farming, can make a big difference.”

Needham spoke to the crowd about the difficulties of lodging. Lodging is a term used to describe regions of cereal fields (or sometimes whole fields) that fall flat on the ground. Some plants try to stand back up, but at that point yield has already been impacted. It can also slow harvest, increase grain losses and make zero-tilling difficult as a result of the volume of resi-

due.

It is a costly problem, especially for wheat producers who are pushing for higher yields. The good news, according to Needham, is that lodging can be significantly reduced or almost eliminated using careful crop management techniques.

“Studies show that each day your field is lodged, you can lose up to one per cent of total yield,” he stated. “The disease impact of lodging can be quite harsh. It is a good system for making straw.”

Needham said he hoped that the farmers of the area would use his expertise to identify and solve issues that they have on their own farm.

Pests on the Loose Nick O’Dea Reporter

The County of Vermilion River and the Vermilion area have seen an increase in the amount of phone calls regarding raccoons causing damage to grain storage bags.

For the past three years there has been an incline of instances of property damage where raccoons have been found to be the culprits. These pests are well-known for making a mess but they also have a much more dangerous aspect that Assistant Agricultural Fieldman Cal McLean wants people to be aware of.

“The disease factor with the animals is the biggest thing that concerns us,” he warned. “Once they get into a building they make nests and are hard to get out.

They are quite smart.”

Raccoons can be a carrier of the rabies virus which is contracted through the

transfer of saliva. Rabies is a virus that affects the central nervous system. If the virus is not treated within a certain time period, it is virtually untreatable and fatal. Raccoons can also carry Baylisacaris procyonis, which is a form of round worm.

The eggs from the worm are passed into the animal’s feces and can be contracted by humans from accidental ingestion or inhalation of the dust that contains them.

McLean said that they are crafty animals that learn fast. After having failed to trap a raccoon in the traditional traps that were set out, McLean realized he had to modify them to prevent any more escapes.

“They have five fingers with opposable thumbs that allow them to open these traps,” he said. McLean believes one of the best ways to avoid a raccoon problem is to keep areas clean of garbage, food, and debris.

“Clean up any areas they could possibly

The Wizard Of Oz Travels To Mannville School Karen Nedzielski Reporter

The students of Mannville School gave their twist to a timeless classic at the annual Christmas concert held at the school’s gymnasium on Dec. 17.

The Rhythmic Royals, the School’s choral group, started the evening off by singing two traditional Christmas songs followed by the Grade 5 Recorders, who played a couple of songs on their instruments.

The Kinderkids also made an appearance on stage with some delightful singing and were then followed by the play “A Christmas Wizard Of Oz,” written by Kathryn Schultz Miller.

The story was narrated by a group of students as Dorothy and her dog Toto found themselves in the Magical Elfinsland following a snow storm. The two were met by Glinda, the Good Witch of the North Pole. Dorothy was desperate to return home in time to open her presents on Christmas morning, and set off to find the Wizard who resided in the Great Palace of Toys.

Along the way the two ran across a few characters including the Snowman, Tin Soldier and the toy stuffed Lion, who admitted he was “sadly overpriced.”

The students and their musical play kept the audience entertained throughout the evening’s performance.

use as a house and keep dog food or cat food indoors,” he said. “Garbage should be enclosed in a container that isn’t easily accessed.”

McLean believes that a combination of weather and potential nesting locations have caused the increase. He also believes that the increased growth of corn in the area could be a correlation to the increased number of raccoons. Corn, according to McLean, is one of their preferred foods.

“They go crazy for it for some reason,” he stated. “It seems to be something that lures raccoons.”

Raccoons also ravage the nests of low nesting birds, such as duck or geese, and can cause a decrease in population for

those birds. He cautioned citizens to be aware of these animals and do not underestimate them because of their looks.

“They can be cute little animals but they are still wild,” he cautioned. “They can cause a significant amount of damage if left alone.”

Those who have come in contact with a raccoon or their nests should take caution to clean their hands carefully. If contact has been made with a vehicle, they should have the vehicle steam cleaned. Raccoons are not considered game animals within the guidelines of the Wildlife Act so they can be hunted or trapped throughout the year by the property owner or a representative of the property owner.

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Mannville School News A Kindergarten Christmas Treat

C o u r t ne y Fo s t e r h a n d s o u t the decorated C h r i s t m a s cookies during Kindergarten class at Mannville School.

Pancake Leadership Fundraiser

Mrs. Roland and her Grade six class enjoy their Pancake Breakfast as part of the Leadership 7 Fundraiser.

Mannville School PJ Day

From left, Baylee Konieczny, Chelsea Baker and Saorsie Rosta wore their cow pyjamas during Mannville School’s Christmas pyjama day.

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School Spirit Day was declared ‘Twin Day’ at Mannville School.

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Vermilion Elementary Concerts Nick O’Dea Reporter

The Vermilion Elementary School (VES) celebrated the birth of Jesus and the spirit of the holiday season on Dec. 18, and 19.

Wednesday’s performance saw the Grade 1 and 2 classes hit the stage performing in what they called an “I Spy” Christmas.

It began with a showing of talent by the bell players. Throughout the show students sang several traditional songs as well as some new takes on classics. The students helped create a medley of five traditional songs that called for audience participation for singing. The group led

Photos Nick O’Dea.

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the song with the use of kazoos instead of using their voices. They performed an updated version of the Christmas Story where the children “spied” the events that were coming to fruition.

Thursday’s night of festivities were more traditional with a choir concert celebrating the holidays. It began with a group

song involving all the Grade 3, 4, and 5 classes before each class performed two selections on their own, culminaing in all the grades performing two more pieces.

Both events were packed as many people had to stand along the side wall in order to be able to see their child or loved one perform.

Holiday hours

Closed Dec. 22-Dec. 30 / Re-open @5pm Dec. 31 Closed Jan. 1-6 / Re-open Regular Hours Tuesday, Jan. 7.

Before Dec. 22 call 780-853-2524 after Dec. 22 call 780-581-3605

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SEASON’S GREETINGS

Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season from County Council and staff!

WE CONTINUE TO SHARE PROFITS WITH OUR MEMBER OWNERS. A TOTAL OF $234,135 IN PATRONAGE & DIVIDENDS HAS BEEN PAID OUT TO OUR MEMBERSHIP IN THE PAST FISCAL YEAR. SINCE THE PROGRAM INCEPTION IN 1999, VERMILION CREDIT UNION HAS RETURNED OVER

$3.4 MILLION DOLLARS TO OUR MEMBERS.

Please note the County Administration Office will be closed December 25, 2013 through January 1, 2014 inclusive.

The following emergency numbers will be monitored: Gas Utility: 780.846.2929 Public Works: 780.205.4913 Water & Sewer: 780.871.8616

Fire permits can be obtained from any Councillor.

HELP US COMMEMORATE OUR MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES In preparation for the Natural Gas Utility’s 35th anniversary, we would like to recognize and celebrate our journey, from our modest beginnings to the present day efficient and innovative utility. If anyone would like to share any pictures or videos of the pipeline system being constructed and installed, please contact Peter at 780.846.2222 or by email to gasut@county24.com.

Our municipality is also celebrating the 50th Anniversary of incorporation as a County in 2014. We are seeking memorabilia – photographs, newspaper clippings, mementos, film, video, etc. – that captures a moment in the history of the County. If you have an item you are willing to share please contact the Communications Coordinator at 780.846.3308 or 780.853.5492.

Thank you for assisting us in recognizing these milestone occasions!

Watch for celebration details in 2014

SNOW PLOW FLAG PROGRAM CHANGE

Effective immediately ALL County residents requesting laneway / driveway snow plow service are required to complete a new Snow Plow Liability Waiver and Indemnity Agreement. The revised form now collects information on driveway dimensions as well as confirms that there is sufficient space to permit the equipment to turn around safely. Forms can be downloaded from the County website, completed and faxed to 780.846.2716 or dropped at the County Office.

Snow plow flag fees: $30 for a regular service flag (orange) – one plow service per flag $50 for Senior / Disabled Resident flag (green) - one season per flag Flags can be purchased at the County Administration Office in Kitscoty.

UPCOMING EVENT

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Watch for details in local newspapers and on the County website

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Local News Dr. Starke Open House

Vermilion-Lloydminster MLA Dr. Richard Starke, held an evening open house on Dec. 16 at the Mannville Elks Hall. Constituents and other area dignitaries were treated to a beef on a bun supper hosted by Dr. Starke and his wife, Alison. The intention for the open house was to give people an opportunity to discuss with Dr. Starke any issues concerning the residents and businesses in the area. Pictured here is Dr. Starke visiting with former Town of Viking Councillor, Tim Doering.

Photo Karen Nedzielski.

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Area News Santa Visits Village Of Innisfree Library

(Right) Teddy bears and stuffed animals of every shape and size were brought to the VOIL on Dec. 18. The children in attendance enjoyed singing carols and tasting some holiday treats as a special surprise visitor dropped by. Santa Claus took time out of his busy schedule to attend the teddy bear sleep over at the library and also read a few holiday stories to the children. Although it was called a sleep over, only the stuffed toys stayed the night as children returned the next day to pick them up and were shown some of the Santa and stuffy’s activities that took place over night. Photos Karen Nedzielski.

SUSHIWA EXPRESS Holiday In The Hallway At Village Of Innisfree Library

The Village of Innisfree Library (VOIL) held its Holiday in the Hallway event on Dec. 16 at the Millennium building in Innisfree. An array of items were up for silent auction as well as numerous Christmas trees decorated by local groups were also up for bid. The Innisfree Quilting Queens, 4H Multi Club, Kindergarten Class, Ukrainian Dancers, Innisfree-Minburn 4H Beef Club and the Friends of the Innisfree Library organization all decorated trees for the auction. In the photo junior 4H member Tristan Neil, left, along with his sister Anne, an intermediate 4H member, stand beside the 4H Multi club tree which was decorated with a number of traditional homemade items. The proceeds from the auction items went to support the Village of Innisfree Library. Visitors to the Library that evening were treated to some delicious holiday treats and beverages.

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Wise customers read the fine print: ★, •, ‡, , § The Be Your Own Santa Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after December 3, 2013. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer order/trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. ★The Make No Payments for 90 Days offer applies to retail customers who finance a new 2014 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge or Ram vehicle (except 2014 Dodge Avenger CVP and Dodge Viper) or eligible 2013 Dodge Dart, Ram Heavy Duty or Fiat model at a special fixed rate on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, TD Auto Finance or Scotiabank between December 10, 2013 and January 2, 2014. Monthly payments will be deferred for 60 days and contracts will be extended accordingly. Interest charges will not accrue during the first 60 days of the contract. Customers will be responsible for any required down payment, licence, registration and insurance costs at time of contract. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. •$24,998 Purchase Price applies to the 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD. $39,498 Purchase Price applies to the 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo. ‡3.49% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD model to qualified customers on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. See your dealer for complete details. Example: 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport FWD with a Purchase Price of $24,998 financed at 3.49% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $138 with a cost of borrowing of $3,669 and a total obligation of $28,667. 4.19% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee model to qualified customers on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. See your dealer for complete details. Example: 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo with a Purchase Price of $39,498 financed at 4.19% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $224 with a cost of borrowing of $7,021 and a total obligation of $46,519. §2014 Jeep Cherokee Limited shown. 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland with optional equipment shown. ¥Holiday Bonus Cash of up to $1,500 is available on most new 2013 Dodge Dart, Ram Heavy Duty trucks and FIAT models (excluding the FIAT 500 Pop and Ram Cab & Chassis) and on most new 2014 Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge, Ram and FIAT models, excluding the following: Chrysler 200 LX, Dodge Dart, Grand Caravan CVP, Journey CVP/SE, Avenger CVP, Viper, Jeep Compass Sport 4x2/4x4, Patriot Sport 4x2/4x4, Cherokee, Ram 1500 Reg Cab trucks, Ram Cab & Chassis, Ram Cargo Van, Ram ProMaster, FIAT 500 Pop, 500C, 500T and Abarth models. Bonus Cash will be deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. See your dealer for complete details. ♦Based on 2013 Ward’s Middle Sport/Utility segmentation. Based on combined highway/city 2014 EnerGuide fuel consumption ratings. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on driving habits and other factors. ¤Based on 2013 EnerGuide Fuel Consumption Guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel economy will vary based on powertrain, driving habits and other factors. 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo - Hwy: 7.0 L/100 km (40 MPG) and City: 10.3 L/100 km (27 MPG). 2014 Jeep Cherokee Sport - Hwy: 6.4 L/100 km (44 MPG) and City: 9.6 L/100 km (29 MPG). ❖Real Deals. Real Time. Use your mobile device to build and price any model. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc. ®Jeep is a registered trademark of Chrysler Group LLC.

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Local News Candy Cane Countdown Winner

The winner of the Grand Prize is Lubie Carchewsky of Vermilion. Photo

submitted.

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Innisfree School Calls All Christmas Karen Nedzielski

Dec. 19 at the Innisfree Rec Centre.

The School honoured the Innisfree Hotel for once again holding the annual Innisfree Delnorte School held its bike-a-thon this past summer. All funds annual Christmas supper and concert on raised are donated to the school to help pay for expenses related to sports and

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educational field trips.

The School’s production of “Calling all Christmas“ had Global News Innisfree’s anchor person Kristin Bergman, host the “live-feed broadcast” as a number of students portrayed the countries and

each reported back on how Christmas is celebrated in those countries. The Innisfree School choir filled the hall with music by performing a number of holiday songs.

Innisfree School Honours Innisfree Hotel

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The Innisfree Kindergarten class filed on stage to perform their Christmas carol at the School’s annual concert on Dec. 19. Photos Karen Nedzielski.

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Innisfree Delnorte School Parent School Council president Teresa Jackson, centre, presents Innisfree Hotel owners Maryann Fortier, right, and Barry Feschuk, left, a plaque of recognition for their donation from the Hotel’s annual bike-a-thon.

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Issue 492

Letters To Santa

St. Jerome’s Grade Three Santa Letters Continued Continued from last week

Dear Santa, Hi! I hope I will see you soon. Do you have a mom? Are the elves working hard? I live in Canada? Do you really live at the North Pole? Do you have any sisters? Thank you for the presents you brought me last year.

Whatever you bring me for Christmas is fine with me.

Have a Merry Christmas, Your friend, Justin Brokop Dear Santa, How do you get into p eoples homes? If it is foggy outside can you still see? I hop e you have sp ecial glasses. Does Rudolf help the elves and you and your wife? Thank you for the presents last year. I was so happy last year at what I got. What ever you bring this year I am sure I will like.

Merry Christmas, Santa.

Your friend, Jim Littlechild Dear Santa, Hi Santa! Are you keeping warm at the North Pole? It has been very cold in Vermilion lately. We have had to stay inside for recess too many days! How are your reindeers doing?

Thank you Santa for the toothbrush I found in my stocking last year! Red is one of my favorite colors. Can you believe that I am in grade 3 this year?

In Math, I am working hard on my addition and subtraction facts. I love school! We will be setting up our tree

soon – I hope! My mom and I baked.

Tomorrow will be Christmas concert.

I am excited to sing at the college for Mom and Dad. One thing I would really like for Christmas is a bubble gum machine. I love to blow bubbles!

Any flavor would make me happy. I like them all!

I love you Santa!

Your friend, Chase Stoltz

would be nice!

Your bud, Gabe Sader Dear Santa, How are you doing? I hope you can make it to all the houses. How can your reindeer fly? By the way, this is Nicholas. I like to read and run. I’m proud of how good I’ve been this year.

I’ve been getting ready for Christmas.

I helped my family put up the ornaments. Merry Christmas! By the way, I live in Vermilion, Alberta, Canada.

Could I have a stuffed animal? Thank you.

Your friend, Nicholas Karwandy

Dear Santa, Hi how are you and your family?

I have been working hard at school this year. I am hoping that this year for Christmas you will choose something like a boom box or a Barbie doll or an alarm clock. I am thankful for my loving and caring family.

Dear Santa, Merry Christmas and have a Happy Hi! How are you and Mrs. Claus New Year. doing this year? In fact, how many Your friend, things are working for you and Mrs. Sumiah Prill Claus? This is Reyne, if you did not already know that.

Dear Santa, Does Rudolph’s nose really glow, or Hey Big Guy! How ya’ holding up? is it a myth? How many reindeer are I hope your reindeer are doing fine. at the northpole? Did you ever run H ere’s a fa c t a b o ut m e, I thin k into a polar bear? I’ve been getting that I have been nice this year. Our ready for Christmas by opening our dog has gotten a lot bigger. Besides a dvent calen dar. H ow d o you g et all that, our tree looks fantastic! I’ve into my chimney? Do you have magic b e en p atiently waitin g fo r you to dust? I have been getting good marks bring a Magic 8 Ball, (You might want at school. Thank you for bringing me to use it if you should give it to me or Barbies last year. not) a fresh personal magic kit, a mini Your friend, hoop shooter, and the brand new Big Reyne Hoare Nate book(s) from the top out loud, flips out and in the zone. Last, but not Dear Santa, least, some new Halo mini-figurines Hi! How are your and Mrs. Claus

doing? Are the reindeer ready to go?

I am very proud of the way I ski. I forgot to tell you that this is Mary. I’ve been getting ready for Christmas by practicing for our school’s Christmas concert. I live in Vermilion, Alberta. I like to skate and ski. Does Rudolph’s nose actually glow? How do you get into the houses that don’t have chimneys? Last year, I got…well, I can’t remember what I got. But, thank you! I’m very glad that you come to my house. Can I please have a pair of boot slippers?

Merry Christmas!

Your friend, Mary Ulrich Dear Santa, Hi! How is everybody doing? Like, Mrs. Claus, the elves, and reindeer.

Oh, and you! I’ve been doing well in hockey. My skating has improved.

Well, my dad thinks so. I got a shut out in hockey as the goalie. My dad has been teaching me how to ride a snowmobile. I’m doing pretty good as far as I can tell. He’s also showing me what to do if I get stuck in an avalanche. I’ve been saving up money for Christmas presents for my family.

So far, I have $20.00. I’ve earned the money by doing chores at the farm. I would like a fiberglass hockey stick, please. Thank you!

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Letters To Santa

St Jerome’s Kindergarten (Tues/Thurs Class) Dear Santa, I have been good. I play with Sophie my sister. I help papa fix his truck with him. He plows the roads in winter and he hauls dirt, sand and gravel in summer. For Christmas I would like a whole team of Ninja Turtles.

Thank you. I hope you have lots of cookies to eat.

Lots of love, Brody H

I made for you.

Lots of love, Chris

Dear Santa, I have been good. I help my mom do the washing things. I help mom do my garden.

I like finding worms. I ride with dad on the tractor. He likes that. For Christmas I would like a book of Dora and a Barbie. I would like a big playhouse that I could fit in, even Dear Santa, a castle too. Thank you. I hope you get lots I have been good. I share my toys. I of cookies for Christmas. make cookies for my mom. For Christmas I Lots of love, would like new clothes, a picture frame for Paulina my mom and Barbies. Thank you. I hope you have a Merry Christmas!

Dear Santa, Lots of love, I have been good. I help mom with Hailey dishes. For Christmas I would like a cowboy bike. Thank you. I hope you have a Great Dear Santa, Christmas.

I have been good. I helped my sister Lots of love, with dishes a couple of times. I helped Trevor mom wake my sister up. I help dad wash the truck. I open the juice box for Evan. For Dear Santa, Christmas I would like a Lego Bow, Zoomer I have been good. I listen to whatever the dog and any boy Lego. Thank you. I my mom says. I help make cookies and hope you have a good Christmas. muffins. I give my dad a kiss before he goes Lots of love, to work. I give my brothers lots of hugs. For Zander Christmas I would like a Robo Fish and $20 for my mom and for my dad too. Then I Dear Santa, need more glue sticks and erasers. Thank I have been good. I play nicely with my you. I hope that you have lots of money sister. I make my bed. I share my money and get rich. with my dad. I help mom set up the ChristLots of love, mas tree and help clean up the living room Jude floor. I vacuum my mom and my room. For Christmas I would like a monster truck and Dear Santa, a Bow and Arrow. I would like a really big I have been good. I help my mom with fishing box. So big I can’t even lift it. Thank the laundry and help dad with the dishes. you. I hope you will see the snowman that For Christmas I would like a Halloween

Costume and dangling earrings. Thank you. I hope you have a Merry Christmas!

Lots of love, Jenaya Dear Santa, I have been good, I help daddy wash his car. I help mom pick up the toys. I walk to my friends house and I pick up the toys after we play. For Christmas I would like a tractor that is yellow. I want one that you ride on. Thank you. I hope you find the pirate cookie I will make for you.

Lots of love, Evan Dear Santa, I have been good. I helped my sister do the dishes. For Christmas I would like a toy Christmas Tree and a book. Thank you. I hope you have a good break! I love you Santa.

Lots of love, Brooklynn Dear Santa, I have been good. I helped feed the 4-H calf. I help do the dishes. I help clean the porch. For Christmas I would like a guitar and a Smurf toy. Thank you. I hope you have a good holiday.

Lots of love, Colt Dear Santa, I have been good. I help clean the house.

I help Gramma clean stuff. I help dad chase cows. For Christmas I would like a really big black and white cat. Thank you. I hope you know I like you and that you are awesome!

Merry Christmas!

Lots of love, Kate Dear Santa, I have been good. I make a picture for Mrs. Maughan. For Christmas I would like a double baby stroller, an ipad , and Jake and the Neverland Pirates toy for my brother.

Thank you. I hope you don’t get sick from eating too many cookies.

Lots of love, Adria Dear Santa, I have been good. I helped mommy with groceries. For Christmas I would like a purple, pink, orange, and yellow Bouncy House. Thank you. I hope you know how I feel about Bouncy Houses. You have a good Christmas.

Lots of love, Jillayne Dear Santa, I have been good. I help my sisters clean their room. I also help my mom bake. For Christmas I would like a great big brown stuffy. Thank you. I hope you will enjoy the special cookies I will help make.

Lots of love, Leah Dear Santa, I have been good. I help my mom every time. I rub her back. I am really nice. I do anything for her. I read to my mom, she really loves it. For Christmas I would like a Barbie Horse movie. Thank you. I hope you have a good Christmas.

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Grade 2 Students At St. Jerome’s School Continued I would jump for joy if I got Sky landers Swamp Force.

Merry Christmas, Santa!

Dear Santa, Love from, Josh I hope you have enough room in your tummy for my cookies. You will be so Dear Santa, busy on Christmas Eve night! My brother I wonder how you’re doing at the will cry with joy if he sees a toy dag. I would be so grateful to see two Lego North Pole? Are you busy every day building toys? My brother would like an Chima sets under my tree.

X Box. I would jump for joy if I opened a Merry Christmas, Santa! present from you!

Love, Preston Merry Christmas, Santa!

Love from, DJ Dear Santa, I hope you have a safe trip around Dear Santa, the world, delivering the presents. My How are Rudolph and the elves? Are mom would like a bracelet for Christmas.

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you dressed warmly? Are your fingers Merry Christmas, Santa! warm? Because I love you!!! My brother Love, Zack would like a walker and I would be cheerful if I got a leap pad ultra! That’s all.

Dear Santa, And also my family would like a 2014 I’ve been hoping you’ll have a safe trip Dodge Ram 1500 Dooly and please make and successful year. My little sister would it red. like some Pet Shops of her own. I would Merry Christmas, Santa! be happy if I got an Ipod 5th Generation.

Love, Ryan Merry Christmas!

Love, Drew Dear Santa, I hope you have a safe trip and wear Dear Santa, your warm jacket.

I hope you have a safe ride to Canada.

I hope your elves are feeling well and My brother would be extremely jolly if he helping you. My little sister would really got an X-Box. I would really be glad if I love a stuffed toy of Minnie Mouse. She got Swith’ N Go Dinos under my tree. I likes the show. I would be pleased and have seen it on TV. happy if you got me a snowball gun.

Merry Christmas, Santa!

Love, Kjell

As we gather with friends and family to celebrate Christmas, it is our hope that you enjoy the fellowship of loved ones and the warmth of holiday festivities.

As we reflect on the many blessings we enjoy, we encourage everyone to remember those who are less fortunate, and to share with them in the spirit of the season.

We are truly grateful for your trust and support.

We wish you and yours a safe and happy holiday season.

Dear Santa, I wonder if you have been busy lately?

Do you watch TV? If you do, you should watch Elf. My mom would be happy if she got a vacuum. I would be jolly if I got an Elf on the Shelf.

Merry Christmas, Santa!

Love, Mya

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Poem

VES 2B Students Our 20 Days of Christmas

On the 11th day of Christmas Ella gave On the 6th day of Christmas Phoenix to me eleven sleeping kittens.

On the 1st day of Christmas Dustin gave to me six dogs eating. gave to me one sled driving.

On the 12th day of Christmas Colin On the 7th day of Christmas Teagan gave to me twelve driving motorcycles.

On the 2nd day of Christmas Ben gave gave to me seven pretty ponies playing. to me two yellow socks.

On the 13th day of Christmas Rya On the 8th day of Christmas Mason gave to me thirteen little laying puppies.

On the 3rd day of Christmas my gave to me eight robots making noises.

Autumn gave to me three farm hens.

On the 14th day of Christmas Sydney On the 9th day of Christmas Jayden gave to me fourteen birds flying in a On the 4th day of Christmas Taylor gave to me nine Lego houses. cage. gave to me four trucks with working trunks.

On the 10th day of Christmas Rylan On the 15th day of Christmas Bree gave to me ten kangaroos jumping in the gave to me fifteen ponies stomping.

On the 5th day of Christmas my Regan house. gave to me five dusty mixer mills.

On the 16th day of Christmas Brett

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On the 17th day of Christmas Lexxus gave to me sixteen polar bears sleeping.

On the 18th day of Christmas Kira gave to me eighteen spotty salamander.

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VES 2C Students Our 20 Days of Christmas On the first day of Christmas Santa gave to me a remote control snowmobile.

On the second day of Christmas my dad gave to me two Christmas trees.

On the third day of Christmas my sister gave to me three bikes.

On the fourth day of Christmas my dog gave to me four baby puppies.

On the fifth day of Christmas my teacher gave to me five colouring books.

On the sixth day of Christmas my ornaments. grandma gave to me six great big hugs.

On the twelfth day of Christmas my On the seventh day of Christmas my papa gave to me twelve bags of clothes. auntie gave to me seven game boys.

On the thirteenth day of Christmas my On the eighth day of Christmas my dad gave to me thirteen horses. neighbour gave to me eight pairs of skates.

On the fourteenth day of Christmas On the ninth day of Christmas my mom Santa gave to me fourteen golden Furbeys. gave to me nine tasty candies.

On the fifteenth day of Christmas my On the tenth day of Christmas my elf grandma gave to me fifteen toy soldiers. gave to me ten teddy bears.

On the sixteenth day of Christmas On the eleventh day of Christmas my my mom gave to me sixteen strings of teacher gave to me eleven Christmas popcorn.

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On the seventeenth day of Christmas my grandpa gave to me seventeen golden gems.

On the eighteenth day of Christmas my family gave to me eighteen water bottles.

On the nineteenth day of Christmas my auntie gave to me nineteen Hot Wheels car tracks.

On the twentieth day of Christmas my Grammy gave to me twenty furry kittens.

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School News

St. Jerome Students Celebrate The Christmas Season Margaret McCormack Submitted

It has been a very busy week of activities at St. Jerome’s.

The High School Student Council did an excellent job organizing a variety of activities. BYOM (Bring Your Own Mug) for a toasty cup of hot chocolate was held on Monday. On Tuesday there were some amazing Christmas H at s se en up a n d d own th e hallways of St. Jerome’s. Student Council Members showed off their cooking skills on Wednesday as they prepared a delicious breakfast for the staff. The halls were filled with Red and Green on Thursday as we all dressed up to show our Christmas Spirit. To end the week the High School exchanged “Warm Fuzzies”, shared their Annual Ethnic Lunch and had fun doing activities at the Vermilion Stadium for the afternoon.

Many Elementary classes had the opportunity to visit Mrs. MacPhee’s Christmas Village this week. Her village is amazing and the look of wonder in the children’s eyes as they discovered a lit fire, a nativity scene, or a skating rink was well worth the visits. Kindergarten, and Grade one students visited the provincial park on Tuesday. They hung up the peanut butter, sunflower seed bagel bird feeders that they had made as Christmas gifts for the chickadees, they crazy carpeted down the hills and had fun exploring the magi-

cal winter wonderland. On Friday, the Grade three to eight students travelled to Lloydminster to watch the movie “Frozen” on Friday for a Christmas Treat.

Con gratulations to the D ecember Elementary Happigram winners.

On Thursday, Dec. 19 parents and students gathered to celebrate. Each elementary class shared a Christmas song before the Happigrams were handed out. Awards were presented for fabulous Christmas Concer t p e r fo r m a n ce s , s h o w i n g t h e t r u e Light of Christ during this Christmas Season, and for being dedicated and hard-working students.

Con gratulations to the D ecember Middle Level Recognition Award winners, which were handed out on Tuesday, Dec. 17.

Congratulations to the Sr. Boys Basketball team who travelled to St. Paul on Dec. 13 and 14…and won.

The boys pressed a determined St. Paul team in the first game and won, 64-53. They then met J. A. Williams School from Lac La Biche in the semifinal game. When the final whistle sounded, JAWS had 70 points, but your Spartans had 70 points. In the championship game against Ashmont, your Spartans played hard for three quarters and one, sensational fourth quarter to post a come-from-behind The St. Jerome elementary classes enjoyed a visit to Mrs. MacPhee’s miniature Christmas Village. Photo submitted.

70-65 win for the Championship.

We would like to wish all of our a blessed New Year. We hope you all see you back at school on Monday, families a very Merry Christmas and have a wonderful, relaxing holiday and Jan. 6, 2014.

VES Students Deliver PositiviTEA Around School And Community

Karen King Submitted

On the evenings of Dec. 18 and 19, VES held its annual Christmas concerts at the Lakeland College Alumni Theatre.

We were so pleased to see the theatre fill up each night. The children were so excited to perform for you.

Grade 1 students decorated gingerbread cookies on Dec. 19 and 1A had a Christmas potluck on Dec. 20.

Mrs. Tomkin’s 4A class has done some work in social studies on different cultures that are in Alberta. They incorporated that into a Christmas craft morning on Dec. 18. Then at lunch, they enjoyed a special Christmas meal with their parents.

5B p a r ti ci p ate d i n a Ch r is tm a s contest throughout the last week of school. The students were split into four teams. They were challenged with

trivia and a variety of tasks to earn points. Each student received a small gift at the end of the week.

6A and 6B students spend a couple of periods together each day in the last week having all sorts of fun. They made their annual sugar cube castles, went skating, enjoyed some outdoor activities, and had an optional Secret Santa.

VIBE advisory passed out tea to school community members like bus drivers, volunteers, custodians, and maintenance staff as a thank you and a holiday wish. The card attached said, “A little appreciation for your Positivitea around the school and community.”

On Dec. 13, we had to say goodbye to student teachers Miss Berg and Miss Hoffman, and EA practicum students, Miss Garton and Miss McKinnon. We

appreciate all they did while they were here and wish them the best in their future endeavors.

VES students and staff enjoyed a pajama day on the last day of school.

The students went skating during their lunch break, and throughout the day they shared some quality time with kids from all grades. It was a wonderful way to spend our last day of 2013.

During the 2013/2014 school year, each BTPS school and teacher will benefit from the support and expertise of a Learning Support Team (LST) on a regular basis. This team’s priority will be to build teacher/school staff instructional capacity by working with teachers in the classroom. The LST is comprised of individuals with expertise

in the areas of behaviour, occupational therapy and speech/language pathology as they relate to the education of all students. The LST supports the entire school environment in meeting the needs of students and teachers. For more information regarding the Learning Support Team, please contact Mrs. Webb or Mrs. Doherty.

Dates to Rem em b er a re Ja n. 6 – School Resumes, Jan. 8 – Early Dismissal at 2 p.m., Jan. 20-24 – Air Bands, Jan. 22 – Assembly at 10:45 a.m., Jan. 30 – January Organizational Day – No School, Jan. 31 – TES Team Day – No School, Feb. 5 – Early Dismissal at 2 p.m., Feb. 7 – Science Fair.

SEASONS GREETINGS Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas and a New Year filled with Joy, Happiness and Good Health!

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SOREN ODEGARD and family

Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties The VES 3A class had fun making line plots on their desks using shaving cream.

On the left is Ava Hager and to the right is Cheylyn Kochan-Erdman.

Photos submitted.

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A Stress-less Christmas?

Laryssa Speck, VIBE Submitted

Christmas is traditionally a time of year where we get together with friends and family to celebrate and relax. For many though, Christmas is a time of great stress and anxiety. There are so many things to do, so many commitments to make and so much preparation for the holidays to organize. Here is a list of things that you can do to relax more and to be able to enjoy your time with family and friends more.

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Children can be ver y excited by Christmas but can find the change in routines stressful. To help your kids cope better. Keep children to their routines as much as possible so this can limit their stress. Plan at least one healthy meal as a family every day. Create new family traditions and explain the importance of old family traditions. Having a part in creating new traditions can be exciting and creative for children and their stress will lessen if they understand the importance of older traditions. And like adults, kids need to take some ‘breaks’ to rest and relax. Create for them everyday a quiet space where they can read, play quietly by themselves or sleep.

Finally, Christmas can be a stressful time if there are unresolved family issues. Even families who generally get on well can find it difficult to negotiate the arrangements with all the family and in-laws. The key to minimising stress and maximising the positive times is communication between everyone. All parties involved need to have open communication about expectations, presents, food and other costs. Remember that it is not your responsibility to make everyone happy. If you have tried to take as everything into account then you have done your best. You cannot fix it for everyone. If you feel overwhelmed, let people know. You don’t

have to be involved in ever y thing that’s going on. You need to pace yourself and choose the things you would like to do. Just politely say, ‘no than you’. You have the right to say no sometimes.

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and communities. The VIBE Program is one of the 37 projects involved in this initiative led by Alberta Health Services Addiction and Mental Health in partnership with Alberta Education and funded by Alberta Health and Wellness. For more information on the mental health and wellness related topics, please contact your VIBE Coach, or the Program Coordinator Pat Calyniuk at 780-853-3718 or pat.calyniuk@btps.ca

Ranfurly Happy Daze Playgroup Portrays Nativity Scene

The Ranfurly Happy Daze Playgroup held its concert on Dec. 20 at the Ranfurly Ag Society building, which featured the children in the group as they gave their version of the Nativity Scene, with the assistance of the parents.

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Horoscope/Sudoku and Solutions Taurus

A heartfelt talk will make a huge difference in the way you feel and how you move forward next year. Making a move to pick up new skills or change your residence or geographical location will open up your options.

Getting together with friends or peers, or reconnecting with someone you haven't seen in a long time, will lift your spirits and get you geared up for end-of-the-year festivities. Emotional interaction will improve a connection you have with someone special.

May 21-Jun. 20 Share your feelings and you will find out exactly where you stand and what you need to do to improve your current situation with a friend, lover or peer. Be proactive. Make things happen and you will impact the situation favorably.

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

You need a change. Don't let someone pressure you into doing something you don't want to do.

Follow your heart and pursue your dreams. Get your personal responsibilities out of the way and move on to activities that make you happy.

Don't share personal information. Emotional deception is apparent and discussions with individuals who brag or show off must not be allowed to dampen your day or your plans. Focus on love and romance, not on what someone else does or says.

Volunteer your services to those less fortunate.

Not everyone will be as enthusiastic as you about helping others. Do what makes you feel good and try to get loved ones to pitch in as well. A group effort can make a difference.

Jealousy will cause you grief. You have to be careful not to set a double standard when it comes to an important relationship.

Love is in the stars, but affection will be required if you are going to make a lasting impression.

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Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 Getting together with old friends or traveling to a place you have fond memories of will lead to good times. Be honest with regard to the way you feel. A discussion will lead to favorable personal change.

Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Focus on what you have, not on what you don't have. A rich life begins within, not with what you have accumulated. Strive to be your best, as well as being mindful of those you encounter.

Self-improvement will result in compliments and added confidence.

Jan. 20-Feb. 18 Share your feelings. An overview of what you want to achieve and how you are going to go about it will intrigue someone who wants to spend more time with you. A partnership will help you reach your goals.

Cancer

Jun. 21-Jul. 22 Keep things simple and within your budget. You don't have to spend a lot to win someone's affection. Spending time with the people you love is what counts. Be hospitable and open your doors to friends and family.

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Feb. 19-Mar. 20 A romantic encounter will lead to serious talks about your future and how you want to move forward.

Don't lose sight of your goals. Be cognizant of what's best for the people who are influenced by your decisions.

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Vermilion and Area Businesses Behind Ferby’s and Integra Tire

Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Bert Duncan Trailer Sales (2007) Inc.

780-853-3002 CVIP’s Truck and Trailer Parts

4517 - 46 Avenue Vermilion

Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer Repair

Oil Changes Automotive Repair

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

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

We handle the full line of DSP Hitches

18,000 plus potential customers will see your ad HERE!!

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

Check out our New Website!!

www.bdtrailer.ca

“Video Conferencing is the answer” …over 100 sites across Canada

Cell (780) 853-0363

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

J.S.K.

Sales & Service Ltd

One Color Version

Roofing/Siding/Eavestroughing

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

Photocopy services

McMinis & Company

Two Color Version

4819-47 ave. Vermilion

CERTIFIED GENERAL ACCOUNTANT

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

available at: Competitive prices.

Embroidery

No substitutes for embroidery threads will be accepted.

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

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

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

Lori-Ann Cohoe Professional Corporation Barrister - Solicitor - Mediator Box 187, 4925 - 50 Street Vegreville, Alberta T9C 1R2 phone: 780-632-6901 fax: 780-632-6902 lcohoe@cohoelaw.com

Department: Print/MailServices Paper: Vermilion Voice Size: 2.5” x 1.5” Business Directory Black & white Cost: $900.00/year Code: 13_7035_PrintServicesAd 2 Relax U Hot Tubs & Saunas A Division of Daroma Spa Boutique Cost code: 01 3311 INS 5806-52 Ave, Vermilion, AB

Vermilion and Area Home Businesses Ho tal & $500 /tDTub Sale n e R ales iscou nt!!

S 780-853-3905

Paul E. Yaceyko 5928 - 52 Ave. Vermilion, AB T9X 1X3

(780) 853-2778

B & J RENOVATIONS

Interior & Exterior Painting, Siding, Metal & Shingle Roofs, Laminate Flooring, Barn Painting Deck Building, Fences & Sheds

TOTAL RENOVATIONS INTERIOR WORK % OFF Call for a free estimate! (780) 593-3911

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This spot has been reserved FOR YOU Call 780-853-6305 vermilionvoice@gmail.com

HERE IS WHERE YOU LET THEM KNOW WHO YOU ARE AND WHERE TO FIND YOU. RESERVE THIS SPACE SEE THE RETURN $$$ Call 780-853-6305

Ron and Sheri Heller

HELPING HANDS Services for Seniors

780-853-8320 H 780-581-5423 C Email: r.heller@telus.net

LAND Seed & Agro Services Ltd. Independent Sales Representative for Pioneer® brand products

Commercial • Residential • Farm Maintenance • Trenching

780-853-0650

Lisa Anderson (Andrashewski) Box 83 Minburn, AB T0B 3B0 (780) 632-5526 Cell (780) 593-3769 Fax lisa.andrashewski@plantpioneer.com

Vermilion Breeders Co-op Registered Massage Therapist

New to area Tom’s Interior/ Exterior a Handi Man Installation of Siding, Window Capping, Soffit, Fascia, Eavestroughing FOR A FREE ESTIMATE CALL TOM AT 780-581-6167 NO JOB TOO SMALL

Financing Available for Bred Cows, Bred Cows with Calves at Side, and Bred Heifers Rick Rewuski #97 Centre Street, Dewberry, AB T0B 1G0 Ph: (780) 847-4166 Fax: (780) 847-4944

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Elaine Urwin, RMT Roxane Blanchet, RMT

HERE IS WHERE YOU LET THEM KNOW WHO YOU ARE AND WHERE TO FIND YOU. RESERVE THIS SPACE SEE THE RETURN $$$ Call 780-853-6305

Vermilion Septic Services Trent Westman owner/operator A Flush is Better than a Full House

For Promt Officient Service

Call 780-853-6314 Cell 780-853-7801

Les Bauer

Round Bale Hauling

17 Bales at a time, self load & unload

(780) 853-2198 Cell (780) 853-0968

If no answer, leave message

(780) 853-7714 Derek Selte Vermilion,AB

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Interior Design Student Cracks Top Three In NKBA Design Competition Lakeland College Submitted I n O c to b e r w h e n K r i s t a S av i n o completed her bathroom design for the National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) student competition, she was relieved to be finished the project.

“It was very stressful because we were just learning how to use AutoCAD (design and drafting software) and I had only designed one bathroom prior to the competition,” says Savino, a second year interior design technology student at Lakeland College’s Vermilion campus.

Much to her surprise, the 25-yearold Saskatoon resident placed third i n th e co m p e ti ti o n th a t fe a tu re d hundreds of entries from a total of 39 colleges and universities throughout North America. Her classmate Megan MacNaughton, 20, of North Battleford received an honourable mention.

With the placings, the program’s winning streak in design competitions extends to 11 years. Asked if the program’s success in competitions adds extra pressure to students, Savino admits it does. “We didn’t want to be the class to break the streak.

Fortunately we won’t be,” she says.

In previous years, students entered a kitchen and a bathroom design by

the end of November. This year, NKBA changed submission deadlines to Oct. 31. Because of the shortened timelines, the students entered only the bathroom portion of the competition.

They will participate in another NKBA competition this academic year and will submit a kitchen design.

Given the reduced amount of time that students had to work on their projects, instructors Greg Plant and Fiona McLeod recognized the odds were against Lakeland students to place in this NKBA competition. “They hardly had any experience working with AutoCAD. They were learning the software while they were completing the project,” says Plant.

But, as in the past, the students once again exceeded their instructors’ expectations. “ We submitted 19 entries and, in my opinion, our students really did meet the challenge described in the competition,” says McLeod.

Students ha d to create a bathroom design for a fictional client who lived in Nebraska. The design had to reflect the natural habitat of the area and incorporate sustainable materials. Entries consisted of a concept s t a te m e n t, p e r s p e c ti ve, wo r k i n g drawings and material board. Savino created a modern but casual design.

MacNaughton’s design featured organic material.

With her third-place finish, Savino earns a trip to the 2014 Kitchen and B ath I n d us tr y Sh ow in L as Ve gas w h e re s h e w i l l re ce i ve a $1,0 0 0 scholarship.

Breaking into the top three in the competition is an important accomplishment for Savino. “It means so much to me. It’s really rewarding to know my hard work is paying off. I also have to thank our instructors.

They are excellent,” she says. “This

p ro gra m is a ver y b usy t wo-yea r program. There is no going home after the school day is done. I need to be here (in a design lab) working after class pretty much all the time. But placing third has boosted my confidence. I know I’m on the right track.”

For more information on Lakeland College’s interior design technology program, visit www.lakelandcollege. ca

Automated Tank Manufacturing, Coatings 2000 and Calroc Industries would like to extend to our clients, vendors and staff a Very Merry Christmas. With all of your help, we are pleased to announce the success of our annual toy drive. We continue to be amazed by the generosity from the community and staff of these businesses. Our wish is to have no child go without at Christmas and because of the hard work and kindness of the community, we are one step closer to this goal.

Thank you for your support!!

Special recognition goes to:

The staff of ATM Castlerock Construction Wilkinson Steel Polymer Science Envirovault Canada Anchor Products Thelma Warman Sign Language Apex Distribution Hawkeye Industries -and to all others that left a gift but not their names

With warmest regards, Joe Bowser, President of Automated Tank Manufacturing Inc Dan Echino, President of Calroc Industries Chris Schlosser, National Sales Manager of Coatings 2000

Many Volunteers Turn Out To Help

Volunteer Fireman Derek Krys and Tom Hartwell helped load the Santa’s Anonymous distribution vans to help deliver the toys, food, and other items to those in need. Each family who applied receives a donation based on the size and ages within their family. The workers try to divide the donations fairly so each family gets help with what they need. There were approximately 30 volunteers that helped load the vans. Photo Nick O’Dea.

Minburn District 4-H Council Report District Reporter, Kaylie Anderson Reporter Our annual district meeting was held on Nov. 12 at the Innisfree Millennium Building. This year we have five clubs in our district; Mannville Multi, Innisfree Multi, Innisfree-Minburn Beef, Vegreville Multi, and Vegreville Beef Club.

The district president this year is Lyndon Mansell, the vice president is Sharmon Holyk, secretary is Noah Baxandall, treasurer is Litania Holyk, historian is Davin Charron, and the regional representatives

are Noah Baxandall, Shawn Holyk, Litania Holyk, and Lyndon Mansell.

Key member Davin Charron and key leader Shauna Charron hosted the Executive Skills Workshop and New Leader’s Training on Nov. 23 in Innisfree. These workshops help to teach or refresh the skills and techniques required by club executive members.

Upcoming events for the Minburn District include district communications in Innisfree in Feb, district curling in Innisfree on March 1, 2014, and district bowling in Vegreville on April 5, 2014.

The next district meeting is February 4.

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AWNA Blanket and Local Classifieds AUCTIONS

FOR SALE

INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. No Simulators. In-the-seat training. Real world tasks.

Weekly start dates. Job board! Funding options. Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-3853.

Tired of semi truck driving? Haul RVs from USA to Western Canada! 1 ton trucks required. 1-800867-6233; www.roadexservices.com.

JOURNEYMAN AUTOMOTIVE Service Technician(s) in Hanna Alberta. Hanna Chrysler Ltd. offers competitive wages, relocation allowance, negotiable depending on experience. Bright, modern shop. Fulltime permanent with benefits. Friendly town just 2 AUTO PARTS from major urban centres. More info at: hanWRECKING AUTO-TRUCKS. Parts to fit over 500 hours Fax 403-854-2845; Email: chrystrucks. Lots of Dodge, GMC, Ford, imports. We ship nachrysler.ca. anywhere. Lots of Dodge, diesel, 4x4 stuff. Trucks up ler@telusplanet.net. to 3 tons. North-East Recyclers 780-875-0270.

WARD’S AUCTIONS Antiques/Estate Auction. Jan. 5 and 6, 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton. 780-4514549. Taking consignments now for Feb. 8 Firearms and related auction. Online bidding and pictures at www.WardsAuctions.com.

NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds.

Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

IRON WING HOLDINGS LTD. now accepting resumes for Journeyman Mechanic and Class 1 Tank Truck Drivers. Send resume: Attention: Laurier Laprise.

Email: laurier.l@ironwing.ca or fax 780-396-0078.

INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: www.awna.com/resumes_add.php.

METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices!

Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888-263-8254.

STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off!

20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca.

DISCONNECTED PHONE? Phone Factory Home Phone Service. No one refused! Low monthly rate!

Calling features and unlimited long distance available. Call Phone Factory today! 1-877-336-2274; www.phonefactory.ca.

EVERY WATER WELL on earth should have the patented “Kontinuous Shok” Chlorinator from Big Iron FEED AND SEED Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year.

WANTED. Hannas Seeds seeking distributors for for- www.1-800bigiron.com. Phone 1-800-BIG-IRON. age, turf, native and reclamation seed. Good commissions. Contact Dave at 1-800-661-1529 or MANUFACTURED HOMES dave@hannasseeds.com.

UNITED HOMES CANADA invites you to view our HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Spring- Heated display homes. Purchase today at 2012 thrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas pricing. Inventory clearance starting at $92,500.; for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On www.unitedhomescanada.com. 148 Eastlake Blvd., Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250- Airdrie. 1-800-461-7632.

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MOTORCYCLES

WIN A 2014 Harley-Davidson(R) Road King FLHR. Only 499 tickets sold. 3 early bird draws. $100/ ticket. June 20 draw. Proceeds support Harley-Davidson Technician & Motorsports Programs at GPRC Fairview Campus. 1-888-999-7882; www.gprc. ab.ca/fairview.

PERSONALS

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

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

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

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

SERVICES

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

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

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

Double Double Enterprises Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 4306 52 st Vermilion, AB T9x 0A8 Food Service Supervisor Full time/Shift Work FOR SALE + benefits FRANKLIN WOLTERS, BOOK in Paper back $12.96/hr Now Out “Memories of life on Grizzly Bear Coulee.” Call apply in person Franklin for sale locations or book signing events 780-853-7520. fax: 780-854-9093 SERVICES email: kwtimhortons@gmail.com

Voice Classified and Careers FARM BUILDINGS

Thank You

You will like our prices! Take the time to give us a call!

Lloydminster 780-875-6636, Toll Free # 1-888858-1011.

CHRISTMAS IDEAS AT SHEEPSKIN LOFT Hours for December 1 - 23 Mon, Tues & Sat 9 - 6 ~ Wed, Thurs & Friday late til 8 Sunday 12-5. Will Ship anywhere to You! Like us on our “FACEBOOK GROUP”! Lloydminster’s #1 Natural Gift Store ~ 4305 - 57th Ave. ~ PH: 780-875-4044. www.sheepskinloft.com

VERMILION GUN CLUB

WOULD LIKE TO THANK OUR FOLLOWING SPONSOR’S FOR

MAKING OUR 3RD ANNUAL BIG BUCK CONTEST A SUCCESS: EASTALTA CO-OP GAS BAR-VERMILION EASTALTA CO-OP GROCERY-VERMILION WAREHOUSE SPORTS-ST. PAUL NEW WORLD OUTFITTERS-KELLY KONIECZNY-MANNVILLE UPPER EDGE OUTFITTERS-RICK BORYSIUK-VERMILION STORCH KNIVES-ED STORCH-MANNVILLE RANDY BARLOW TAXIDERMY-VERMILION PROPHET RIVER-LLOYDMINSTER LIVE TO HUNT-CODY ROBBINS

AND TO EVERYONE WHO ENTERED THE CONTEST.

Many thanks to Haying In The 30’s for the generous donation to help with medical expenses.

Brian A. Kent Marwayne, Alberta

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

4306 52 Street, Vermilion REQUIRES

Food Counter Attendant $9.95-$11.00/hour

& Supervisors

$9.95-$13.50/hour depending on experience and availabiltiy Full Time/Part-Time Shiftwork benefits after probation

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

WHEN YOU ADVERTISE WITH THE VOICE,

YOUR MONEY CIRCULATES AROUND VERMILION AND AREA 780-853-6305 vermilionvoice@gmail.com

EMPLOYMENT

Employment

CLASS 1 DRIVER REQUIRED

White Swan

for grain hauling ELD TRUCKING Paradise Valley Call Russell 780-205-6363

Restaurant

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.

Kitchen Help Full/Part Time All Shifts Applicants Drop Resume Off

5010 - 49 Ave Vermilion

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

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Century of Christmases Nick O’Dea Reporter What gif t do you give so m eo n e who has exp erienced 10 0 Christmases? Logan James Scheerschmidt p o n d ere d th e s a m e q u es tio n jus t before his grandfather celebrated his 100th holiday season.

The 24-year-old, who was raised in Vermilion, had previously written a song for his grandfather to celebrate his 100th birthday.

The song was special to Scheerschmidt and his grandfather because

it was written with real meaning. He decided that a song commemorating the elder’s 100th Christmas would be fitting. His grandfather was born and raised in Vermilion, and unfortunately passed away on Nov. 3 this year.

Scheerschmidt, who has previously played in the blues-country group Ropeadope, began playing the guitar at the age of 17 af ter he saw the Johnny Cash biopic “Walk the Line”.

He said that his grandfather played banjo in a group before he was born and people told him that his grandfath er ha d a g reat sin gin g voice.

Scheerschmidt’s grandfather loved

listening to him play guitar.

“I had written the song ‘100 Years of Christmas’ as a gift to my grandfather,” he stated. “I didn’t really want anything from it so I decided to give all of the earnings to the Canadian Cancer society for breast cancer research.”

Scheerschmidt’s grandmother had passed away in 1985 from the disease.

Although it was before he was born Scheerschmidt saw the effect it had on his grandfather later in life.

“It was the single most crushing moment in my grandfather’s life,” he said. “When I decided what to do with the proceeds, this just felt right.”

S c h e e r s c h m i d t ’s tr i b u te to h i s g ra n dfath er has b e g u n to ga rn er radio play and has him set on a musical path for his foreseeable future.

Using a portion of the track’s name to call his promotional music business ‘100 Years Music Stable’ is yet another tribute to his late grandfather.

S c h e e r s c h m i d t ’s s i n g l e c a n b e purchased on the Canadian Cancer Society’s website, with 100 per cent of the proceeds going to charity. Links to the direct purchase can be found on Scheerschmidt’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/100yearsLJS.

Anonymous Letter to Santa Dear Santa,

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APPLy oNLINE At WWW.RockymtN.com/cAREERs Rocky Mountain Equipment DEPENDABLE Is WHAt WE Do.

vermilionvoice@gmail.com

Prairie North Health region provides a coordinated network of health services to over 78, 237 residents in Saskatchewan an 18,032 in Lloydminster, Alberta.

Prairie North Health Region has corporate offices in North Battleford with satellite offices in Lloydminster and Meadow lake.

We ‘re Hiring Wireline Operators Our Company

Welltec® is a global provider of well technology and solutions for the oil and gas industry. We invented the Well Tractor®, revolutionized tractor-based conveyance and continue to challenge existing recovery practices. Thanks to our constant innovation, we are continuously growing worldwide.

Wireline Operators

Welltec® is currently hiring Wireline Operators for our Vermilion and Bonnyville locations. Qualified candidates must have a Class 5 driver’s licence (Class 1 or Class 3Q is preferred). Preference will be given to those who have driving experience in the Oil and Gas industry. · Career growth · Competitive rates

· Employer paid benefits · An Employee Referral Program

Join our team today!

Apply today by submitting your resume to hrcanada@welltec.com Visit our website for more information about employment opportunities and services that we offer WWW.WELLTEC.COM

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR Posting GO-00053121 Lloydminster, SK

Prairie North Health Region (PNHR) is currently seeking applications for an energetic, enthusiastic individual who enjoys working with the public to be a Volunteer Coordinator. The Volunteer Coordinator would coordinate the recruitment, training and recognition of volunteers in all agencies of the organization. The Volunteer Coordinator also plans, implements and maintains various volunteer programs and services to enhance the care of clients/patients/residents. This is a permanent full-time position.

Candidates must have a Grade 12 Certificate and a Volunteer Sector Manangement Program Certificate or consideration of a combined related work experience and education and be willing to obtain the required Volunteer Management Certificate, at their own expense within two years. He/she must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong leadership and organizational skills and the ability to work independently. Demonstrated ability in various computer programs and a valid driver’s license is required.

Salary and benifits are in accordance with the CUPE/SAHO Collective Agreement.

Applications for the above noted position will be accepted until Thursday, January 9, 2013, 2359 hours CST. Candidates may forward their resumes in confidence, complete with references, to:

Human Resource Unit P.O. Box 39 North Battleford, SK S9A 2X8 Fax: (306) 446-6810; Email: hrreception@pnrha.ca For further information regarding employment opportunities within PNHR, please refer to the website at www.pnrha.ca The PNHR appreciates all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Haying In The 30’S Nick O’Dea Reporter Haying in the 30’s is an organization based out of Mallaig, Alberta. They use events and other fundraisers to garner money to go toward the medical expenses of a person who is sick with cancer.

The Vermilion Rotary Club helped spread awareness of the charity by holding a second annual fundraiser to help raise money for “Haying in the 30’s.”

Wainwright Family Community Service Senior Coordinator Susan McCulley is a member of the Vermilion area Rotary Club.

She has recommended Haying in the 30’s to many people whom she sees struggling with a cancer diagnosis. In 2012, the Rotary club came together to try and

figure out a way to help support the charitable organization. The second event, that was held this year, helped raise $2,825.

A $1000 portion of the total was donated by the Rotary club who decided to match each donation up to a total of $1000. The event was held at the Vermilion Senior centre on Nov. 28 and Dec. 1, during the Festival of Trees.

McCulley said the event was another success and it means a lot to her since the From Left, Susan McCulley presents Courtney Corbiere and Paul Corbiere with money is going to such a worthy cause.

“We put an article in the paper asking a cheque for $2,825. The money was raised for the charitable organization for donations of cookies, hot choco- “Haying in the 30’s”. The organization helps cancer patients deal with a variety of expenses that they may have to cover during their fight against cancer. late, tea and coffee and we had so many Photo Nick O’Dea. people who came out to support us,” she Vermilion Rotary club plans on holding the said. “We had a bunch of businesses who certainly amazing.”

McCulley said that the support of the fundraiser for “Haying in the 30’s” each donated a variety of things as well. We had so much community support for it, it was citizens in the area is a big reason that year. McCulley would like to express deep the event continues to see success. The thanks to all who were involved.

Automated Tanks Donates To Santa’s Anonymous

Santa’s Anonymous received another large donation from Automated Tanks Manufacturing of Kitscoty. The business had received donations anonymously, from suppliers, and customers at the establishment since mid November. This is their sixth annual toy drive. The business split up the donations so half could be given to Lloydminster and the other half to Vermilion Santa’s Anonymous.

Along with the two van loads of toys, there was also a donation of Sobeys gift cards that totalled $5,000. From left, Vice President of Operations for Automated Tanks Manufacturing Cindy Isert and receptionist Brooke Graham, present the donations to Vermilion Lions Club former President George Matechuk and member Steve Gnida. The Santa’s Anonymous donation sizes are smaller this year, according to Matechuk, but he believes they will be able to spread a lot of goodwill through the donations. Photo Nick O’Dea.

Relay Distributing, established in 1989, is a fast paced growing business and we are looking for dynamic people to grow with us! Relay Distributing has been serving the Lloydminster, Lakeland and Midwest region for over 23 years.

JOURNEYMAN ELECTRICIAN Full Time Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm Competitive Wages. Full benefits package provided Apply with resume, references and abstract RaeLynn Lake raelynn.relay@sasktel.net 6005 50 Avenue Lloydminster, SK

Relay Distributing, established in 1989, is a fast paced growing business and we are looking for dynamic people to grow with us! Our service department custom fabricates and services High Pressure Wash Systems, repairs industrial cleaning & coffee equipment.

Relay Distributing has been serving the Lloydminster, Lakeland and Midwest region for over 23 years.

APPLIANCE REPAIR TECHNICIAN Full time Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm SERVICE TECHNICIAN Full time Monday to Friday 8 am - 5 pm

Vermilion Voice

Competitive wages. Full benefits package provided Apply with resume, references and abstract RaeLynn Lake raelynn.relay@sasktel.net 6005 50 Avenue Lloydminster, SK

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Local Santa’s Helpers Deliver Christmas Eve Excitement

Merry Christmas

Anyone who receives postal delivery along the Town of Vermilion’s streets will hear the soft jingling of bells as their receive their holiday packages on Dec. 23. Mail courier, Brenda Ferguson, has been delivering for Canada Post for 14 years. She has been wearing the bells each Christmas Eve as she makes her rounds delivering the last minute packages. She said it is really nice to see the young and old faces light up when they hear the bells entering the numerous businesses as she makes her deliveries.

Photo Karen Nedzielski.

from The Singing Waitress Cafe

Thank you for the support throughout the year!

God bless you all!

THE SINGING WAITRESS CAFE 4910 49 ST. LLOYDMINSTER 306-825-5505

Randy and Staff wishing all a Very Safe and Great Holiday Season!!

Vermilion Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

4201- 47A Ave. Vermilion Cell: 780-853-7658 Res: 780-853-6610

Hoping you and your family enjoy all the delights of the season and warmest wishes for a healthy and proserous new year.

Vermilion Tim Hortons Staff and Owners

MERRY

CHRISTMAS!

TO YOU AND YOURS

THE STAFF OF STEWART REALTY & AUCTIONS

WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE IN THE PAST AND WISH YOU A BRIGHT AND FESTIVE HOLIDAY SEASON AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR.

VERMILION EYE CENTRE DR. LEE J. MONEO, OPTOMETRIST

Have a safe & Happy Christmas Season!

From your friends at

Eastalta Co-op

780-853-6501

5010 50 Street, Vermilion, AB T9X 1M5

Holiday Hours: December 24 - 29 closed December 30 9 am - 5 pm December 31 9 am - 3 pm January 1, 2014 closed January 2 return to regular office hours.

Dr. Moneo and staff wish you and yours a safe and happy holiday season.

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The 13th annual Knights of Columbus Eastalta Co-op Shopping spree took place on Dec. 20. The winner, Gayla Klutz, decided she would donate all the groceries to the St. Jerome’s Hot Lunch program. (In Photo From Left) St. Jerome’s Principal Allen Chase, Organizer of St. Jerome’s Hot Lunch program Carla and Kennedy Protsch, Winner Gayla Klutz, Brody and Sophie Hinton, East Alta Co-op Food Store Manager Mike Gaudet and Knights of Columbus member Larry Bingham. Photos Nick O’Dea.

Gayla Klutz had three minutes to try and get a maximum of $1000 worth of free groceries. With strategic placement of the carts, she was able to fill six with groceries. At the check-out it was discovered that only three and a half were needed to hit the $1000 mark. She started off in the meat sections before heading to snack, cereals, juices, then finally to pasta. She said the spree was fun and she was thankful she could give it to a worthy cause.

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Local News No Injuries From Highway 16 Semi Collision

On Dec. 17, two semi trucks, one hauling grain and the other cars, caused the west bound portion of Highway 16 to close. According to the police report the grain truck was merging to head west on the highway. The car-hauler tried to get into the fast lane but was unable to do so and collided with the driver’s side of the grain truck sending the car-hauler off into the ditch. There were no major injuries as a result of the crash.

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JR.B Hockey Games

Trailing against the Killiam Wheat Kings 3-0 going into the third period, the Vermilion Tigers looked to gain control of the puck to mount a comeback. The team was able to score two goals in the third period, but could not stop the Kings from scoring 2 of their own, making the final score 5-2 and the Kings winning the game.

In a game against the St. Paul Canadians, the Vermilion Tigers stayed competitive to the very end. Tigers’ Jesse Lemko faces off against St. Paul player Jalel Abouqoucite at the beginning of the third period. The Tigers trailed by one goal and rallied hard in the final minutes, but were unable to secure a win.

Photos Nick O’Dea.

MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM THE STAFF

St. Paul’s Jalel Abouqoucite scores on Tigers’ goalie Dusty Irvine to take the lead 4-3. St. Paul would hold the lead until the very end, taking away the Tigers’ chance at tasting victory before the holiday season. To the Tigers’ credit, with two minutes left, they pulled their goalie hoping the extra man on offense would get the tie. Even with an open net and several opportunities, St. Paul was unable to score but still maintained their lead.

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The Vermilion Voice December 23, 2013

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