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Innisfree Fair Nicole Crossan Reporter

Driving from Vermilion on Highway 16, what can be seen where the village should be, is a Petro-Canada sign. Further down the road, Innisfree comes into view.

At the parade grounds, located just before the town entrance, the audience enjoyed each and every float, particularly the Fish and Game float which was decked out as a forest complete with wild animals.

Innisfree is a town of approximately 300, but they put on a great show of support for their community and were eager to help the visitors find their way around the fair. If not for them, finding the location of each event would be difficult for any newcomer in an average town.

But this is no average town, and at least one movie producer knows it. The Blackstone Production Company filmed part of the movie “Cutbank Montana” in Innisfree, and the excitement could be felt in anticipation of the film release in September.

Allan Sharp, who was an extra in 15 movie scenes stopped for a chat. “We were treated unbelievably well. I would act one day and the cheque would be in the mail the next,” he explained.

Logan Not t smiles as he crosses the finish line.

Brynn Freemark shows her horse to the judge during her showmanship class.

Penny Bucks gets a few laughs on the Village of Innisfree float.

Aaron Cannan (left) and Sheldon Tarapaski look like they are ready to shoot some deer from their perch on the Innisfree Fish and Game float.

Brandi Thiessen won first for showmanship in her intermediate class.

The Gizowski twin sister drives a quad beside the Innisfree Kindergarten float.

The Gizowski twin brother impresses the crowd with his driving skill.

Tyler McColl, age 16, on “Martha.”

Betty Saik agreed. “They were courteous. Us townspeople were allowed to watch them filming. The children were all sitting on the grass … and when it was time to film, they kindly asked us to be quiet and they thanked us afterwards.”

At this fair, some townspeople such as Glen whose Innisfree Market Garden sells hand-picked, fresh vegetables, have sold their homegrown and handcrafted stock as far as Edmonton.

The Leather Lady, as she is known,

The horses prepare for their day at the Innisfree fair.

received her first hide from her hunter dad while in Grade 8. With it, she made a leather top for ladies and added feathers collected from the Edmonton Zoo, and colourful beads. Later she expanded to making keychains, lighter holders, hair ties, and other novelty items.

The fair offered a horse show, quilts, arts and crafts, but the soap box derby, held just before supper, was a hit.

“We give out bottled water and medals every year, but those little things are not

Everyone has fun and everyone’s a winner in this pee wee class. Photos Nicole Crossan.

what it’s about,” said organizer Jannette Riedel.

“The Mannville Minburn Innisfree Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) offers the soap box derby program every year to keep up the community spirit. We also try to make it educational.”

The FCSS mandate is to keep Alberta

communities thriving by running prevention programming. Community members, and especially the youth, learn how to reduce and avoid negative behaviours by turning to positive projects instead—like running a soap box derby.

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4H Mascot, Cleaver the Beaver introduced the Innisfree youth on the 4H float.

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RCMP Reports Business Break and Enters and Theft Sometime during the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 24th, unknown suspects forced entr y into “The Blonde Door ” Hair Salon, located on 50th Street in Kitscoty, AB

as well as the clubhouse of the Kitscoty Golf Club. The suspects targeted the cash registers in both locations and quickly made of f with a small quantity of currency. A small quantity of liquor was taken from the Golf Club. Anyone with further information

about this crime or any other crime is encouraged to contact the Kitscoty RCMP at 780 -846 -2870 / 780 -846 2897 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-2228477 (TIPS), by internet atwww.tipsubmit.com.

Mannville Fair Cont.

Dr. Richard Starke waves to the crowd as he rides down Main Street. “It was fun to be in the parade. Mannville Main Street is one of the most interesting streets to me, with its broad boulevard style and angle parking on both sides. It’s just beautiful,” Starke said.

Jonathan Pries gives it his all as he takes the plunge forward to be bungeed in reverse at the Reverse Bungee Event.

Chandler Nelson shows the crowd how it’s done, as he takes his turn on the mechanical bull. Photos Lindsey Montgomery.

August 18, 2014 | The Vermilion Voice

Elina Castro Editor

There is a whirlwind of activity going on around us.

Profound changes are coming to Alberta that may result in a transformation, some say.

These winds of change take me back to southwestern Ontario which, in the eighties, saw a record growth similar to what is expected in Alberta.

In Toronto we received 10 0,0 0 0 people per year. By the end of the eighties the city had doubled its population.

And here it is, happening again.

Alberta is expecting a huge influx of people, at approximately the same rate of 100,000 per year.

Alberta’s “growing pains” can be felt already—to quote but one example:

EdITorIAL

Quality of Place

There are not enough schools for all its youngsters. And with so many newcomers to the province, we are bound to ask ourselves some questions.

What makes us love our community?

What gives us a sense of home and belonging? And: What does “sustainable” mean, exactly?

Cities and towns mean a lot more than a “place to work”. Young, mobile people in their thirties have pointed out to urban planners that quality of place is the single most important consideration when moving to a new city or town.

As far as these young workers are concerned, quality of place includes a downtown area that is affordable to live in, with ample parking and green open spaces.

Good air quality and access to the outdoors are a must for a good city.

Diversity and cultural sensitivity weigh in as well, while an intense cultural life

with plenty of arts and entertainment make for a healthy, beautiful, happy town.

Gridlock. Everybody hates gridlock, therefore good roads and efficient public transit systems are a major consideration when evaluating a new place to live and work.

Urban “family zones” are crucial to young workers as well. They need good schools, and safe streets for their children to grow and prosper, and they are weary of urban sprawl. Urban workers don’t need to commute for hours each morning.

Now for sustainability, the word I see in everyone’s mission statement today.

Do we know what it means?

In Environmental Science, sustainability is steady growth without exhausting natural resources or causing severe damage to the environment.

In Economics, sustainable means

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non-inflationary.

To me, sustainable means balanced growth, sensitive to the needs of people and the environment.

Today’s city of Toronto, with its outof-control density and outrageous real estate prices, is a monolith of concrete and glass that people cannot wait to leave every Friday evening. And the gridlock is monumental.

Add to it an extensive urban sprawl and the fact that roads must be repaired every spring and summer, and the result is a convoluted mass of traffic clogging every road, artery and street all week long. It is madness.

Thanks to dear old Toronto, I have learned that towns and cities managed with young urban workers’ considerations in mind have a good chance of staying beautiful, healthy and happy.

Letter to the Editor Dear Editor, On April 28, 2014, you published a photo of the demolition of a building you referred to as the former Edge building, which was just north of the Co-Op, at 50th street and 51st avenue.

Readers will have noticed the unusual shape of the windows, indeed, the uniqueness of the entire façade. I believe that the building was one of Vermilion’s oldest buildings, the Vermilion Baptist Church.

Here are my reasons: There was a Baptist group in Vermilion in 1906 with Rev. J.R. Dodds as clergyman (Edmonton Bulletin, September 28th, 1906).

On July 4th, 1907, the Vermilion Signal reported progress on the stone work for the new Baptist Church, on First street north and Bulyea Avenue (Today’s 51st avenue and 50th street).

In September, 1907 Rev. H.L. Kempton, pastor of the Church of Christ

announced that the new church would be opened on September 29 (Vermilion Signal, September 19, 1907).

Then on October 3, the Signal reported the new churches dedication on Sunday, September 30. The speaker was Rev. W.J. Stackhouse, MA, Mrs. H.N. Stephens and Miss Robinson sang duets.

This church can be seen standing in splendid isolation in the 1908 photo of Vermilion (See Ronaghan, Bull’s

Eye, p.83). It also appears in the long panoramic view of 1909. (Bull’s Eye, p.188).

I do not know its subsequent history, but it was certainly fitting that it should be used as a church again after 1942.

Perhaps there are those among your readers who can provide information on this.

Sincerely, Allen Ronaghan

Indio In The Park Lindsey Montgomery

a finger-food pot luck, so be sure to bring your plates and cutlery. Tickets can be purchased at the Vermilion The Vermilion Folk Club alongside Credit Union. Admission is $20.00 and the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, students pay $10.00. will be hosting “ Indio In The Park ” on Sunday, August 31, at 4 p.m. This event will be held at the CN station in the Vermilion Provincial Park. Bring a lawn chair or blanket and come listen to the Indie Rock/Roots/Folk inspired tunes brought to you by musician Indio Saravanja.

Saravanja was born in Argentina, and raised in Northern Canada. From street performances in Spain to busking in Montreal subways, this talented musician is famous for his South American inspired sound. Saravanja was voted Best New Discovery of 2006 by Canada’s leading folk magazines, and is featured on many international and independent stations. Saravanja has opened shows for some big names such as Bruce Cockburn and Buffy Sainte Marie, and was the winner of the 2012 Calgary Folk Festival Song Competition.

To learn more about this artist or to hear some of his music, you can visit Indio Saravanja. Photo submitted. www.indiosaravanja.com.

After the performance there will be Reporter

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Around The Campfire Neil B. Stratton Columnist

I blinked and August is half over already. In another blink, September will be upon us and, might I remind all of us, that we have had … that white stuff in September.

Realistically though, it generally is a beautiful month. It can be very hot or even be a very cold transition but that, as a rule, doesn’t last long. It’s just a calling card from that ole man.

Time to get out there and enjoy the summer. We had an awesome weekend.

We rose before first light, headed out to the cabin and got final stands, blinds and trail-cams set up for bowhunting.

It was a beautiful morning, not so hot and just right; the sights, scents and sounds were a glimpse into fall.

Crops are turning, as are late summer’s changes in nature.

Now being a true Avid Hunter/Gatherer, like a skinny ole coyote, I never pass up a good meal.

Well, much to my delight, in the early morning sun there was the delectable Calvatia Gigantea, shining ever so brightly, on a perfect day.

Calvatia Gigantea, known to most of us as the giant puf f ball mush room, produced a batch which had just surfaced, and was still immature ... at the mouth-watering, edible stage.

As we made our way down the trail to our stands and setup, there they glowed in the mead ows like beac ons. My bowhunting buddy Blaine and I scrambled to pick as many as we could find that were still firm.

Although we found some almost the size of basketballs, they had already

reached their mature stage, the biggest one still in the edible stage was the size of ... well, maybe a deflated volleyball.

They are totally mouth-watering.

Simply find ones that are firm ... like the feel of a soft ball. If it feels like a water balloon, a little mushy, leave them. They are too mature already.

Wash, peel off the tough outer skin and any brown exterior spots. The interior “meat” will be a firm pure white, with the unmistakable scents of the freshest mushrooms.

They can be added to any meal, as with normal store-bought mushrooms, just cook or sauté them like normal mushrooms. They will add a fresh mushroom flavour like no other.

Blaine had cut several one-inch thick slices of the large mushrooms -- and they were the size of an entire burger.

We added all the fixings and we enjoyed the best OMG mushroom burgers ever.

When I rose to another perfect day on Sunday, I sliced up some of the smaller mushrooms, mixed them with sliced garden-picked taters and onions, sautéed in olive oil until golden brown ... ohhh, drool!

One can make an entire meal out of these delectable morsels, very tasty and filling, and we can indulge as much as we like since mushrooms are low in calories, fat free, cholesterol free, low in sodium and naturally gluten free.

Yet they provide important nutrients, including selenium, potassium, riboflavin, niacin, vitamin D and more. I don’t really care: Since they are so delicious, I simply gobble them all up.

In my Wilderness Survival Courses, I suggest avoiding most mushrooms as a food source, since they don’t provide high nutritional, fat, protein value or the caloric intake we need in a survival situ-

ation.

And, since many mushrooms can b e h a r m f u l o r eve n p o i s o n o u s t o people who don’t know what they are consuming, and it can be hard to identify common looking mushrooms with “gills” on the underside as poisonous or non-poisonous, people should avoid consuming them as well.

The puffball is a non-gill mushroom and very easy to identify since they will likely be found in the same area, including those in the exploding “puff” stage.

A good way to test any wild mushroom is to sauté/cook a small slice, take a dime-size piece and simply put in the mouth. Hold in the mouth for several minutes. If there is no ill effect, one can swallow a small piece.

But we are not all alike: My brother could eat all of a certain wild Alberta boreal forest mushroom (one of the dozens which are edible) yet when I put a test piece in my mouth, my lips and tongue would go numb.

The puff balls come in many cycles in late summer and fall, and can be picked during their immature cycle, when they are “gill-less” but, if the interior meat is brown or yellow, just discard it since it is in a stage of maturity.

The puff ball mushroom will spore quickly, turning dark brown and brittle in that stage of “puff” we all know, when they explode when stepped on or kicked.

The “puff ball” mushrooms were used in Native American medicine to treat bleeding and prevent infection. When in the puffy stages the dried spores can be used as a coagulant.

During early bowhunting season in September we are always keeping an eye out for the puff ball mushroom to add to a hearty meal. If they are in the

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It wasn’t a heart pumping outdoor adventure but it sure was an enjoyable one in more ways than one. Get out there … It’s waiting for you!

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Aurora Borealis Franklin Wolters Columnist

In our modern, welllit travel nowadays the sight of that wonder of nature mostly goes unnoticed anymore.

Those of us who travelled in the long dark, cold nights in an open sleigh, hauling feed or just travelling as we did then, could readily see those northern lights on a regular basis.

I can remember occasions when those dancing colours would light up the sky in a dazzling display that seemed so close and real, you could seemingly just reach up and touch them. The wonder of it still thrills me!! The colours aren’t quite the same as the rainbows, which of course are another of nature’s wonders.

The wonder of it is that our eyes are marvellous enough to even perceive those colours in the first place. Funny how we can seem to take for granted all that beautiful array of natural things and not wonder about its creation.

Think of all the colours that grace our yards and grounds, yes and even the fence rows and ditches that grow without any human care or attention, except maybe to keep them from being sprayed.

I will say without any reservation whatever that I have an intense affection for flowers, wild and tame alike. Can you imagine how drab this world would be without all that colour?

Think of a perpetual winter, and you’ll see what I mean. It’s not only our eyes that can appreciate nature and its wonders, our ears have the ability to hear and can discern the source of such a diversity of sounds, you’d have to really think of the power that could create such a sensitivity and make sure we had it at our disposal, we certainly are really blessed don’t you think?

When I visit my garden out of town and in the quietness of the country, as soon as I get out of my vehicle, I can hear beautiful little bird songs that they use in their daily lives and you’d have to wonder, how do they know to sing like that anyway, and every last species has their own song.

Think of that for a minute too, if you would!

And talking about colour, think of all the diversity of wild bird colours and how well they all are-- so coordinated. Take a close look at a magpie even; he’s dressed to kill at all times.

I love to look at a Blue Jay in his vivid blue and grey, magnificent to the greatest degree. I have a garden full of canary feeding on sunflowers, and watch them

close at hand, picking the seeds out and peeling the outside off to eat the kernel, all the time showing off their vibrant yellow plumage. I just love to sit tight and watch them, just a few feet away, enjoying their feed. A sight better than most of our TV offerings.

Come spring we look forward to seeing our first Robin Red Breast and hear its song.

Ever really look at a Mallard drake duck and its seemingly polished green head and all its colour scheme so lovingly created? They surely are a work of art, wouldn’t you agree?

Again I say: Isn’t it great we’ve got the eyes to see all through the world we have all around us, such examples of creative workmanship that makes most of our man-made efforts pale by comparison.

Like I often say, we should give credit where credit is due. We really need to work with nature and try to preserve the goodness in our headlong pursuit of good crops and healthy stock and remember that all this wonder around us comes mostly without our interference.

Our interference though can put an end to so much of our nature’s wonders by indiscriminate use of pesticides and herbicides and may even put our health at risk.

FRANKLIN

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They tell us our honey bees are, for some reason, dying off in scary numbers, and just think that a lot of our food needs the bees’ help to produce. The saying is we don’t really know the worth of something until its gone; think of that.

Someone asked me one time about the joys of farming and I said I thought at one time gambling was illegal, but here we are gambling on nature to provide for us the weather first to sow the seed in proper moisture, then hopefully escape late frost in the spring.

Then Lord gives us the moisture we need to nurture the crop and make use of the fertilizer we’ve more or less ransomed our souls for.

Then we need that weather and no wind to spray all the weed killers and pesticides to insure nothing interferes and, “Wow,” let’s--while we are at it--pray that the Lord will give us a break and let the harvest be a good one, and our crop dry and saleable.

We don’t ask for much, do we? When we hear of the magnitude of the fuel bills, fertilizer bills, machinery cost and the high cost of repairs, you’d begin to wonder, who in their sane moments and sober thoughts would ever volunteer to take on such a job?

It’s the biggest wonder of all.

Orphan Well Association Holds Open House “ I think we can say that we are making the best of a bad situation,” stated Councillor Pulyk.

The land, owned by the Town of Vermilion, has been developed as a park.

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Mayor Bruce MacDuff met with (from Left) Lane Peterson, Holly James and Rhonda King of the Alberta Energy Regulator.

Pat Payne, P. Eng., Manager of the OWA outlined the details of the operation.

Town Manager Dion Pollard answers questions from residents Todd and Shannon Shule.

Councillors Rob Pulyk (Left) and Greg Barr at the August 14 OWA Open House. Photos Elina Castro.

Elina Castro Reporter

The Orphan Well Association (OWA) which is hoping to re-enter Tenwell No. 1 held an Open House at the Regional Centre on August 14.

A b a n d o n e d i n 19 42, t h e we l l i s leaking small amounts of methane which are not considered a risk to public safety. But to address the leak the OWA has to re-enter the well in September.

Tenwell No. 1 was drilled as an explorator y well in 1935 by Tenwell Gas & Oil Co. Ltd. (now defunct) and

has no record of oil or gas production.

At the time it was outside municipal boundaries, but the well is now in the subdivision of Brennan, between 63rd and 64th streets north of 50th avenue and south of 53rd avenue.

The well was re-entered in 1942 to salvage the casing and abandoned ag a i n, af te r c h ar g e s we r e s et of f inside the well to explode the casing.

Attempts were made but the casing could not be removed, and so the OWA must deal with the gas leak by re-entering the well.

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Sherry was a few years younger, a pensive girl just a year out of high school. We used to share our lunch breaks, on sunny days finding a spot outside the former Via Rail station where our employer, Maxwell’s Art Supply, was located. More often, we’d walk the few steps to the sandwich shop. I remember its yellow plastic seating. Bright and cheery.

We talked. She told me how her life seemed uneventful, constricted. At nineteen and living at home with her parents, she often expressed how she felt she was somehow missing out. We spoke of her dream of getting her own apar tment and gaining some much desired independence. She couldn’t wait to get older and get on with living life.

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Sherry Vancouver, my life must have seemed exciting. I lived only a few blocks away in a converted Gastown warehouse. My fellow tenants were interesting. Musicians, artists, aspiring actors. I sang in a band. I could tell that she imagined the details more shining than they were in reality, which was comprised of: crappy furniture, borderline financial desperation, frequent malnourishment, and general domestic chaos. The band was pretty mediocre, too.

I encouraged her to explore what really appealed to her. We talked about how she might do that while retaining the security of certain aspects of her life. Living at home, for example, meant rent-free. And whatever she felt about overly conservative parents, at least she had some. And she acknowledged that they genuinely cared for her wellbeing.

She loved ar t, and from the few samples of her work she chose to show me, seemed in possession of obvious natural talents. Even if she despised

being a sales clerk, at least it allowed her access to art supplies at employee discount and maybe some contact with people who shared interests similar to hers. I think she might have aspired to attend art school, but her lack of confidence presented an obstacle.

On the last Friday I saw her, we shared lunch as usual. She appeared happy.

Her mother had suggested redecorating her room and she relayed the design in detail to me. Her voice seemed buoyant. Her beautiful young face bright and hopeful.

The sun was also bright on the beautiful Sunday morning that she chose to end her life. She was found lying on the summer grass in a secluded corner of a school yard near her home.

I stopped working at Maxwell’s shortly after Sherry’s funeral. It was cowardly, I know, but I couldn’t bear passing through the retail section. I could not see past the ghost of my sweet, young friend.

I was only a friend, I reminded myself

during the most difficult moments of inconsolable grief. I revisited all those talks we shared, wondering what I could have said or done to help her see that her despair was temporary. That feeling insecure was not weakness. That all around there were people who loved her, and who would help her get to the other side of that seemingly impassable river that rages at the darkest depths of depression.

I wished I’d somehow held the power that could have made a difference for Sherry. I wished I’d been as important a friend to her as I imagined myself to be so that she would have confided in me, given me the chance to convince her that survival was possible. I would have told her that it beckoned from the quiet moment right after that darkest one of all, and that the raging river she so feared was, in reality, merely a shallow brook. A temporary obstacle that could eventually have been left to babble itself into obscurity in the fading distance behind her.

Trisha Mead: Trailblazer Elina Castro Reporter

For six weeks this summer, 17 year-old J.R. Robson High School student, Trisha Mead has been working with Jason Kerry in the Mechanical Engineering lab at the University of Alberta.

Mead’s research project was to build a small-scale bicycle frame out of Kevlar fibers with 3-D printed plastic couplers – the connecting parts – and assembling the frame. The lab has kept the frame to show other students how Kevlar fibers can be braided and utilized commercially.

Mead is part of a unique Summer Research program with WISEST (Women in Scholarship Engineering Science and Technology) which offers students a chance to conduct hands-on research and participate in a series of professional development opportunities.

Designed for grade 11 students, the program encourages young women and

men to explore careers and fields of study where their gender is typically underrepresented.

This year a total of 40 students—37 females and three males—participated.

To enhance their journey into research, the students met weekly to discuss their experiences and explore other opportunities for learning, such as presentations, lab tours and group discussions with women and men working in less traditional career roles The program also helps students develop skills such as scientific writing, networking, creating scientific reports/ posters and making presentations.

According to Mead, the bike frame is not new – a company in France produces bicycles out of Kevlar braided fibers and aluminum tubing for $10,000 per bike.

Mead told the Voice in a recent telephone interview that to ensure that her angle calculations and tube length dimensions were correct, she had to learn to use software designed for Mechanical Engi-

neering students. “The learning curve was steep, but I made it,” she laughed.

The University of Alberta’s WISEST Summer Research Program has helped Mead solidify her thoughts about her future plans which, until now, had been uncertain.

Another advantage of the Summer Research Program, Mead told the Voice,

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maple Garlic Grilled salmon Growing up on the land locked prairies; I must admit that fish was not a frequent meal. Fish was a special occasion food often reserved for Good Friday and the catch of the day from the occasional fishing trip. Most of the salmon I experienced in my youth was in the form of salmon sandwiches served at bridal showers and funerals. Back then I didn’t know how good it really was for our health. Today salmon is often a part of the menu in many high end restaurants and readily available in the super market.

Planking salmon is a popular way to cook salmon on the barbeque. To do this place a piece of cedar plank in water until

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it is well soaked. Soaking time is from 45 minutes and up to one day. Cook the salmon on the plank in the barbeque, being careful not to let the plank catch on fire.

The flavor of the planked salmon marinated in the recipe below is very good. We have also added a little Canadian whisky, for flavor to the marinade and cooked the salmon on the plank in the barbeque. You can buy the cedar planks at most grocery stores, but you can also buy untreated red cedar from the lumber store usually for a better price. If you buy cedar at the lumber store, just cut it into planks the length of your fillets. Salmon can also be placed directly onto the barbeque to cook.

If you prefer not to barbeque, the salmon can also be cooked in a baking dish in the oven.

maple Garlic Grilled salmon 2 salmon fillets 1/4 cup maple syrup 3 or 4 cloves of garlic finely minced Salt and pepper to season Marinate the flesh side of the salmon filets in the maple syrup and garlic mixture for anywhere from 15 minutes to overnight. Before lighting the barbeque, brush ithe grills with cooking oil, or spray with Pam to prevent the salmon from sticking. Bring the heat up to 400 degrees and place the salmon on the grill with the skin side down. You can brush the filet with remaining marinade. Grill, with the lid closed and then turn the filet to cook on the other side. Cooking time 15 – 20 minutes.

It is probably no surprise to you that salmon is an amazingly healthy food.

Salmon is a top source of Omega 3 fat,

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vitamin B12, selenium, vitamin D, vitamin B3, protein and iodine. The Omega 3 fat found in salmon is heart healthy and proven to decrease the risk of heart attack, stroke, high blood pressure and bad cholesterol. These protective benefits have shown to take place with as little as one 6 ounce serving a week, and are even greater with 2 – 3 servings of salmon a week. The DHA in the Omega 3 oil in salmon can help prevent inflammation in the joints, digestive tract and brain.

The high amount of selenium found in salmon strengthens the anti inflammatory properties of the Omega 3 fat and also aids in reducing the risk of specific cancers, while protecting our cardiovascular system. Canned salmon has many of the same benefits as fresh or frozen salmon. It is always best to select wild salmon rather than farmed fish.

Village of Innisfree Library’s Summer Reading Program Innisfree Library Submitted

W i t h a l m o s t 10 0 k i d s at te n d i n g our program over a 6-day period, our Summer Reading Program was a huge success again this year!

We kicked off the program with an awesome performance by Children’s entertainer Mary Lambert. The kids (& adults) had a great time singing and dancing along with Mary!

We t h e n h ad 6 d ays of t h e m e d p r o g r a m m i n g . We m a d e o u r w ay through 6 different worlds hunting for

the Green Golden Goose & her treasure!

We had games, crafts, activities and of course reading time! The snacks were great and fit the theme of each d ay – Bunny rab bit veg gies & the Golden Green Goose herself!

We ended with a clue hunt and found the treasure chest full of goodies!

Thank you to all the Volunteers who helped supervise and make desserts – we couldn’t have done it without you!

We hope to see all the kids back next year! July 17, 18, 19, & July 24, 25, 26 of 2015!!

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Help for Sara Nicole Crossan Reporter

Cancer has af fected the lives of nearly every family today, and Sara Kirk of Ontario is no exception.

Sara was diagnosed with breast cancer and was operated on three years ago. Af ter the operation, the cancer moved into her bone marrow.

At age 39 and with three school-aged children, Sara has been diagnosed with terminal cancer.

She is not expected to live past December, 2014.

Sara’s mother, a resident of Myrnam, Alberta, and her sister Megan of St.

Paul, have agreed to take custody of the children. The children will be registered in a school in St. Paul.

Funds to cover the costs of settling Sara Kirk and her three children in northeastern Alberta are scarce. But you can help.

The Myrnam Golf Course is holding a fundraiser Golf Tournament on September 7th, 2014.

Carolyn Davidsen, Sara’s mother, is asking businesses to donate any monetar y or gif t items that can be used as prizes on Sara’s behalf for the silent auction that will take place at the Tournament.

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Canola and Bees — A Sweet Relationship The Canola Council of Canada Submitted

Canola is the main crop for honey production in Western Canada. Wherever you find canola, you’ll find honeybees.

“Bees tend to do very well on canola.

The crop has profuse blooms and nutritious pollen high in protein as well as fat, and with all the amino acids bees need to complete their lifecycle,” says Shelley Hoover, an apiculture research scientist with Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development. “Bees can produce quite a good honey crop off of canola.”

Hoover, along with beekeepers and canola growers are featured in a new series of videos produced by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) with cooperation from the Canadian Honey Council. The videos are posted at www.youtube.com/canolacouncil. One video, titled “Canola and Bees — A Sweet Relationship,” describes how beekeepers and canola producers benefit from each other.

“Honey producers are not the only ones who gain from this relationship. Canola growers also know it is in their own best interest to protect bees,” says Gregory Sekulic, agronomy specialist with the Canola Council of Canada (CCC). “Bees and other pollinators are needed for production of quality hybrid seed – a vital component of the industry. And research suggests that pollination by bees may also encourage higher

canola yields by increasing the number of pods per plant and seeds per pod.”

Statistics Canada data show that the number of honeybees in Canada has reached near-record levels in the past decade, with more than 700,000 colonies Canada-wide in 2012, up from 600,000 in 2000. More than 70 percent of these colonies are in Western Canada.

Lorne Peters and his brother run Peters Honey Farm near Kleefeld, Manitoba. “Our bees have a few crop options in our area, but canola is the most common flowering crop and the bees seem to do well on canola,” Peters says.

“Our honey season is intense — it only lasts as long as the crops are flowering,” he says. “We have long-standing relationships with many of the canola growers around us, and we try to work with them as close as possible so we can keep our bees safe during this short flowering period and so they can protect their crops when necessary.”

Canola growers helping bees The CCC promotes the following insect management practices that take bee health into account: 1. Avoid spraying insecticide on flowering canola. Bees are actively working the crop when it is flowering, and canola growers are urged to avoid spraying for insects during this time.

2. Use economic thresholds when making control decisions. This ensures that

growers only spray when it is economically beneficial to do so. A few pests in the crop are normal, and control should never be enacted unless the damage exceeds the cost of control.

3. Use an insecticide that is registered for the targeted pest, and choose the product with lower toxicity to beneficial insects.

4. Take measures to minimize drift.

Constantly monitor wind speed and direction, leave a buffer area (50 metres) from beehives, and use drift reducing nozzles.

5. If economically necessary to apply products to flowering canola, apply after 8:00 p.m. until dusk or at night when bees aren’t actively foraging. Stop spraying in the morning when temperatures approach 15°C. 6. Maintain a dialogue with beekeepers.

Knowing where beehives are, when safe times to apply products occur, and who will be there can go a long way to mitigating any potential problems. The beekeeper may be able to move bees during spraying, or cover the hives.

“We also encourage beekeepers to report pesticide damage when it happens,” Sekulic says. “With an accurate log of pesticide damage — including the timing, location and product used — beekeepers, the canola industry and regulatory bodies have accurate data to use when making decisions.”

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“I took those eyeglasses I bought for my husband back to the shop as they weren’t any good.

He was still not seeing things my way.”

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Kalyna Country Primary Care Network Awarded The Seniors’ Excellence and Innovation Grant

Kalyna Country Primary Care Network Submitted

Kalyna Countr y Primar y Care Network (KCPCN) has been awarded the Seniors’ Excellence and Innovation grant from the Network of Excellence in Seniors’ Health and Wellness.

The goal of the Network is to champion a future where Albertans live to the fullness of their capacity as they age, as valued, independent, active, and connected members of their

communities.

This grant will provide funding to the project “Innovating to Improve Seniors’ Care” in Kalyna Countr y, whic h is d e s i g n e d to fo l l ow t h e N e t wo r k ’s mandate of creating sustainable solutions that foster wellness and transform care and services for Albertans as they age.

KCPCN is currently advertising for a Senior’s Excellence and Innovation Project Manager. The details are on the website, http://www.kalynapcn.ca, under Career Opportunities.

The purpose of this project is to improve the deliver y of care for seniors with complex needs in Kalyna Countr y. The project will be able to develop engagement and collaboration among existing service providers such as the PCN, family physicians, Alberta Health Services (AHS), and community, for the purpose of improving the delivery of care for seniors in Kalyna Country.

The deliver y of care for seniors with complex needs in Kalyna Country will be improved through the effec-

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tiveness of using a multidisciplinary team within the Geriatric Clinic and developing collaboration among core service providers throughout the area.

Executive Director of the KCPCN, Brian Match stated, “I am excited that the KCPCN received this funding as it will allow the PCN to build on the work we have done so far with the geriatric program and work towards developing a collaborative team approach across Senior’s Services in Kalyna Country.”

Cars and Bikes Joined Forces in Support of MS for 2nd Annual Lakeland MS Poker Rally MS Society of Canada Submitted

A convoy of cars and motorcycles hit the road on Saturday for a ride in support of the fight against MS. For the second year, the MS Society, Just Kruzin’ Car Club and the Bordertown Harley Owner’s Group (H.O.G.) joined forces for the Lakeland MS Poker Rally.

The fundraising event took place on Saturday, August 16 with all proceeds raised supporting MS Society offices in the Lakeland Region (including Lloydminster and St. Paul).

The event featured a day-long ride t hr o u g h s o m e of t h e m o s t s c e n i c parts of the region, with stops at various checkpoints along the way, where participants drew cards toward their poker hand. The event was open to the general public, and organizers emphasized that anyone with a vehicle or a motorbike – not just a classic car or a Harley Davidson motorcycle – could participate.

The fundraiser marked a rare occasion when car and bike owners could unite in a show of collective support in the battle against multiple sclerosis.

“Last year’s event raised over $4,000 to support local programs and services for families impacted by MS across our region, and we’re excited to once again to join forces with our partners and the public for the Rally this year,” said Johanna Green, Lakeland Regional Director for the MS Society.

“Seeing the convoy of cars and bikes hit the road on the morning of the event was a powerful demonstration of the support that exists in our community for those living with MS, and a reminder that no one has to face this disease alone,” added Green.

Participants registered and started in either Lloydminster or Bonnyville,

any time between 8 and 10:30 a.m. on the morning of the event. In Lloydminster, was at the Cornerstone A&W (west side, near WalMar t). In Bonny ville, registration was at the Bonnyville A&W. After registering, participants headed of f to various checkpoints, includ-

person living with MS. Garry Kramer is an Edmonton resident who is embarking on a motorcycle ride across 2 continents, with one mission – to raise money in an effort to end MS forever.

Garry will be leaving Edmonton in

Society of Canada. Garry participated in the Lakeland MS Poker Rally on August 16, and at the end of the Rally, he received a special letter from local 21-year-old resident, Bobbie Nunweiler, who lives with MS. Garry will be taking Bobbie’s let ter with him on his ‘Amazing Ride for MS’ motorbike mission, and will deliver it to a person in Argentina who lives with MS. Garry’s wife, Esther, also has MS and is the inspiration behind his ride – she was with him on Saturday for this special presentation. Media were invited and encouraged to attend this special presentation between Bobbie September on a 22,0 0 0 km motor- Nunweiler and Garry Kramer at 4:30 cycle ride to Ushuaia, Argentina. The p.m. on Saturday, August 16 outside 4-month-long trip will take him through the Cornerstone A&W in Lloydminster.

16 countries, and along the way he’ll See photos on page 30. be collecting donations for the MS

“We are a United Way Member Agency” ing stops in Marwayne, St. Paul and Vermilion. The entry fee was $25 per driver, and $15 for ‘ghosthand’ entries, for those riding along as passengers.

Par ticipants drew one card at each location, and the best poker hand was the winner. The winner received a cash prize of 10% of registration proceeds, while the ghosthand winner received 5% of the proceeds. There was also be a prize for worst hand as well as door prizes.

The event featured stops at many A&Ws, and was also a lead-up to A&W Cruisin’ to End MS Day, taking place on Thursday, August 21.

One dollar from every Teen Burger sold across Canada will go to the MS Society. A&Ws are currently also accepting donations in-store for the MS Society, where $1, $2 and $5 paper cutouts can be purchased in support of MS. 2014 marks the sixth year of this National partnership, which has raised more than $5 million to help fund MS research and provide life-changing services for people living with MS since its inception.

On August 21 there will also be a special presentation featuring a dedicated motorcyclist and a local young

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Crop Spraying Crop spraying south of Mannville the evening of August 13, 2014. Photo Billi J. Miller.

Ready for a ride? Photo Elina Castro.

A Mural and Its Artist Work on the Vermilion Heritage Mural has begun. Artist Barry Overn who hails from Coaldale but lives near Calgar y, has been working with the airbrush technique for over 20 years. At night, Overn uses a projector to beam the image and draw it on the wall, then he proceeds with the airbrush. “I could be drawing on to a grid,” Overn explained, “or draw it free-handed, but the projector works best on such a large project.” “It is delightful to be in Vermilion,” he said. “I grew up in a farm near Lethbridge, and I like the country feeling of this town.” Legacy Building Contractors lent the bulldozer and the scaffolding. Vermilion Paint & Home Decor donated the primer. The artist, Barry Overn continues with his work on Saturday, August 16.

Photos Elina Castro.

Mannville School Before and After School Program Mannville School is happy to announce that a Before and After School Program is starting for the 2014 – 2015 school year.

This program will be in the school on school days and will include activities such as indoor and outdoor games, art, sports, drama, science experiments and much more.

This program is open to all school-aged children (K – 6).

Morning Session: 7:30 AM– 8:45 AM Cost $5.00 Afternoon Session: 3:30PM – 5:30 PM Cost $5.00 There are limited spaces so register early.

Call Alicia at 780-763-3808 or Kim at 780-763-0021 or Kerri at 780-763-2408 for more information and/or a registration package.

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Thank You for Supporting the Wild Pink Yonder Trail Ride Nicole Crossan Reporter

“Everyone’s lives have been touched by losing someone to cancer,” Gary Dupuis said as he introduced the trail riders to the Myrnam community.

The amount of support from each community along the way gives further credence to this statement as trail riders

14 in Heinsburg where Roy and Marg Scott, wanted the trail riders to go elsewhere,” would have wanted the show to carry on who are “very community-oriented people Jane Hurl said. Mrs. Scott replied that Roy after his death, and so it did. … took the bull by the horns for Wild Pink Yonder’s arrival,” Jane Hurl explained.

Rumour has it that Heinsburg jamborees have become legendary in the area and this was no exception, despite the fact that Roy passed away only two weeks before the trail riders set out on their journey.

“I asked his wife, Marg Scott, if she

From left: Mayor of Myrnam, Ed Sosnowski; County of Two Hills Reeve, Allan Sayler; Councillor, County of Two Hills, Albert Pidruchney, CAO, Myrnam, Gary Dupuis, Rusty Hurl, and Jane Hurl in front.

Earl Grey and Carole DeSchover are turning towns pink from Lloydminster to Edmonton this month. Photos Nicole Crossan.

Debbie Axley brings light and joy to the kitchen as she volunteers to cook for the trail riders.

travel through town and town and listen to the stories of those whose lives have been touched by breast cancer.

“Our journey began in Lloyd. with a big rain storm on August 8. Some horses got loose, which led to a round up in a thunderstorm with two inches of mud,” Earl Grey relates. It has been smooth riding so far since then.

On the second day they were in Vermilion where they went for a 2½ hour ride on landowner’s fields on August 9. Wild Pink Yonder stayed overnight in Vermilion and went for a ½ hour ride through the Vermilion Park.

“It is gorgeous country. We were very impressed,” Earl Grey commented.

On August 11, Wild Pink Yonder transported to Myrnam where they were chauffeured by Randy Hauk, Jessica Ziniewicz, and the oldest person registered on the trail ride so far, Nick Markiwsky, 84, on a 2½ hour ride north of town.

If one were to ask organizer Jane Hurl how she is able to go for such long trail rides after having hip surgery and back problems, she would credit her unique horse. She rides a Pasofino because it is the smoothest riding breed of horse.

At 4 p.m., trail riders dressed up the horses and coloured downtown Myrnam pink. The town treated them to a supper and a night of music followed by a breakfast and bag lunches for the next day’s ride.

When asked how such a great event was pulled off, Connie Gueutal said, “There was a fantastic response from everyone in the community. It’s easy to pull something off when there’s so much support.”

Rusty Hurl, Jane’s son, described the upcoming visit to Graham Town on August 12 with a twinkle in his eye. This ranch has a western town set up on it and offers trail rides to the general public. The Graham Town trail ride was followed up with another on private property near Dewberry on August 13.

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Congratulations Brandan Lyster Elina Castro Reporter

It appears that Mr. Brandan Lyster is a talented young man. Having played golf since age 11, he has done well in a tough competition only 7 years later.

O n June 12 of this year, Lyster competed in the Men’s Amateur Qualifier in Olds, Alberta where he was up against 76 men of all ages.

Lyster shot 78 which qualified him to attend the Sun Life Financial Men’s Amateur Championship at the Desert Blume Golf Club in Medicine Hat. Out of 125 competitors Lyster made

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Lyster is currently employed at the Mannville Riverview Golf Course, and participates in as many tournaments as he can.

What next for the young golfer? Lyster knows what he wants.

First, he means to hone his game to compete in the next Men’s Amateurs, and qualify for the Canadian Tour.

His ultimate goal is to attend Q School (Qualifying School) which would place him in the prestigious tournaments such as the Professional Golfers’ Association (PGA), and European Tours. A PGA Tour card is the ultimate prize in professional golf.

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Brandan Lyster. He’s only getting started. Photos Dragon Hare Studios.

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Brandon’s Taste of Fame Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Aaron Starko (left) with his children Austin and Riley Starko, and Brandon Baddock at the Royal Canadian Legion stand by the Memorial Cup and Western Hockey League Cup.

The Memorial Cup and the Western Hockey Cup are usually at home in Toronto but on August 14 Brandon Baddock had the pleasure of bringing the cups to his home town of Vermilion.

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Come By the Hills

Sue Chikie Reporter

The 4th Annual “Come By The Hills” Music Festival took place August 15 and 16 at the beautiful Mistahiya Retreat.

The opening ceremony on Friday evening was performed by Bill Dobson followed by the first act, Lora Jol. Jol has been on the music scene since 2010 and performed Indie Pop for the crowd.

She wowed the crowd with her songs.

The evening went on with Jack de Keyzer with a Rock ‘in Blues mix. He is one of Canada’s most awarded and in demand live performers. He has played with artists ranging from Etta James to Ronnie Hawkins and Bo Diddley to Blue Rodeo.

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Lora Jol performed Friday evening for the crowd at Mistahiya.

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Ground Breaks for Dewberry Hall Lorna Hamilton Reporter

On August 14 residents from Dewberry along with MLA Dr. Richard Starke, President of the Dewberry Hall Society, Rick Rewuski, Mayor Ken Haney and Noel McCormick and a special appearance from

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MLA Dr. Richard Starke presented Rick

MLA Dr. Richard Starke presents President of the Dewberry Hall Society Rick Rewuski a cheque for $75,000. Photos Lorna Hamilton.

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Left to right: Noel McCormick, Ken Haney, Dr. Richard Starke and Rich Rewuski breaking ground for new Dewberry Hall.

the riders of the Wild Pink Yonder attended the ground breaking ceremony for the proposed new Dewberry Hall.

The new hall will replace the existing Dewberry Hall as the current hall has served its purpose and has been listed has having severe health and safety issues.

The hall has already been ordered and

Rewuski with a cheque for $75,000 from the Community Facility Enhancement Program (CFEP) Dr. Starke stated in his speech at the ground breaking that “This money doesn’t just fall from the sky.” “The CFEP has matched the same amount in which the residents and town has already raised toward the new Hall.”

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RADD at Mundare Parade The friends and family members of Renaye Wade participated in the Mundare Parade last Saturday, Aug. 16 to help raise awareness about distracted driving and help officially kick-off the RADD movement. RADD stands for Renaye Against Distracted Driving which has been started because of an accident Renaye was a victim of on March 15, 2013, as a result of a distracted driver that has left her with a brain injury. She, along with her family and friends, are working towards starting the movement to draw awareness about the effects distracted driving can have on an entire community. Renaye Wade told her story at the “It Can’t Happen To Me” presentation in Vermilion in May of this year and now gives presentations throughout East Central Alberta to show what can happen when you are driving while distracted. In the photo are, front row from left, Glenda Tower, Renaye seated in the front on a specialized bicycle, Darren Wade - Renaye’s father.

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Walk of Remembrance Walking Through Grief Society Submitted

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The Walk will be a time to honour the memor y and the life of a loved one who died by suicide, to connect with others who have been impacted

by Suicide and to hear speakers and enjoy refreshments and music. This will be a time to look at mental illness an d m ent al wellnes s. T hi s will all happen on September 6 at the Lloyd-

minster Bud Miller Park, picnic shelter at 3 p.m. The activities will conclude at 6 p.m. It is a time for everyone whether a survivor, a friend, family or community supporter to come out.

Excerpts from: “The World Suicide Prevention Day” newsletter. Theme: Suic ide Prevention: One World Connected.

Suicide is a major public health problem. The psychological pain that leads each of these individuals to take their lives is unimaginable. Their deaths leave families and friends bereft and have a ripple effect on whole communities.

The number of lives lost each year to

suicide exceeds the number of deaths due to homicide and war combined.

Suicide is among the three leading causes of death among those aged 15-44 years and the second leading cause of death in the 10-24 year age group. This does not include suicide attempts.

World Suicide Prevention Day brings together individuals and organizations with an interest in suicide prevention and mobilizes efforts to save lives.

Connectedness: Crucial to individuals who may be vulnerable to suicide.

C o n n e c te d n e s s: U n d e r s t o o d i n terms of clinical care. Mental Illness, particularly depression, is an impor-

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tant risk factor for suicide attempts.

Connectedness: Collaboration between services is also important at this level in preventing suicide.

Connectedness: necessar y at n at i o n a l a n d i n te r n at i o n a l l eve l s , working toward the goal of preventing suicide. World Suicide Prevention Day has proved successful in encouraging organizations to coordinate their efforts and learn from each other.

Mark your calendar for September 6 and join the walk and break the silence and stigma. Be connected. For more information contact Neil 825-5523 or Shirley 846-2576

First Lakeland MOOC Introduction to Mental Health Offered Free Lakeland College News Release

L akeland Colleg e is set to of fer its ver y first Massive O pen Online Course (MOOC).

MH 200 Introduction to Mental Health is the first course in mental health practitioner, a new continuing education certificate program. “ MOOCs are an exciting new w ay f o r p e o p l e t o l e a r n , a n d o u r new program’s introductor y course is a great way for Lakeland to pilot something beyond our usual online p r o g r a m s ,” s a y s M i c h a e l C r o w e , Dean of Teaching and Learning at Lakeland College.

“It ’s also a great deal for anyone who has considered taking a course o n l i n e b e c au s e we’r e wa i v i n g t h e tuition, so it’s free,” he adds.

Offering this continuing education program is timely in at least two ways, says Crowe. “ There’s more recog nition now of mental health as par t of the wellnes s s pe c tr um. Profes -

sionals and other front line workers online. Early learning and child care in Vermilion, Alta and Lloydminster, are looking for more knowledge and is also offered online in French.

Alta /Sask and ser ves more than tools to help them work with people Lakeland College has campuses 7,500 students each year. of all ages. They’ve been asking for a program like this, and now they can take it.

“Taking the program online is also TIPS TO KEEPING YOUR HOME HEALTHY AND SAFE: ideal for a working professional. It’s the classic earn while you learn.”

MH 200 Introduction to Mental Health is equivalent to 3 - credit college -level course with online assignments, exams and an instructor. It will start on September 15 and Yes you are likely right about the wax seal. I have also seen sweating run to November 21. toiler tanks and leaking tank bolts cause wet floors so have a close look Online also means people can there before removing the toilet. To change the seal start by turning off and access the course on the web from disconnect the water supply, hopefully there is a shut off valve. Then flush any where at any time of day. As a the toilet and hold the flush handle down until no more water is moving.

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Minburn & District Agricultural Society’s 21st Annual Heifer Show Winners Lisa Anderson Submitted

The Heifer Show had a great turnout this year with five pens entered in by young local farmers under the age of 18. These farmers were Madison Nott, Teagan Nott, Jordana Nott, & Larmie, Kaylie, and Olivia Anderson.

The winners for the day were as follows: Yearling Bred Heifers: 1st South Holden Simmentals –

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Garth Flemming from Holden, AB 2nd Jordana Nott- Innisfree, AB Heifer Calves: 1st Snider Cattle Company –Viking, AB 2nd Maxwell Simmentals – Kevin & Glen Maxwell Viking, AB Overall Champions: Gr a n d C h a m p i o n S o u t h H o l d e n Simentals (Yearling Heifers) Reser ve Champion Snider Cattle Company.

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It’s a perfect fit.

Starting this fall, both of Lakeland College’s sign language programs will be taught at the Alberta School for the Deaf (ASD) in Edmonton. “This past year we ran our American Sign Language and Deaf Culture Studies certificate program at ASD. Our students and instructors were very happy with the experiences at the new location as well as the support we received from people at ASD,” says Michael Crowe, Dean, Teaching and Learning at Lakeland College. As a result of the successful trial run, Lakeland College will also deliver its Sign Language

Interpretation diploma program at ASD. Fourteen students will start the full-time daytime program this fall.

“We’re very excited that both of our programs will be offered at ASD where our students can immerse themselves in the language and the culture,” says Crowe. “Regularly interacting with deaf and hard of hearing students at ASD, as well as the other community partners that are located at ASD, will be a great learning experience for our students.”Sandra Mason, supervisor of ASD, believes the relocation of Lakeland’s sign language programs to the school is good for both organizations. “ We are so thrilled to be working closely with Lakeland in support of the

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community that we both serve.”The part-time American Sign Language and Deaf Culture Studies certificate program features evening and weekend classes.

The first class of the academic year is Aug. 26. People interested in taking the program should contact the college before Aug 15. The certificate program is a pre-requisite for the Sign Language Interpretation program – the only program in Alberta that prepares people for a career as an interpreter.

Students in the diploma program start studies Sept. 2. Lakeland College previously delivered the Sign Language Interpretation program at the University of Alberta.

A student practices signs at a class in early 2014. Photo submitted.

French-Language Early Learning and Child Care Program Developed Lakeland College Submitted

VERMILION – Starting today, people can enroll in the fall session of the Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) program to be offered in French by Lakeland College thanks to a partnership with the Centre collégial de l’Alberta of the University of l’Alberta.

“We are pleased to work with the Centre collégial de l’Alberta to respond to the growing need for French-language early childhood services in Alberta. The French-language version of our Early Learning and Child Care program will roll out over the next three years and we expect to celebrate our first cohort of grad-

uates in 2016,” says Dr. Tracy Edwards, president of Lakeland College.

“This is an exceptional collaboration which will allow the Centre collégial de l’Alberta to support a new Frenchlanguage program and to take advantage of Lakeland’s 38 years of experience in early learning training. We are working closely with the Fédération des parents francophones de l’Alberta to ensure that the program offered meets the needs of the francophone community and Alberta’s exogamous families,” explains Kate Peters, the director of the Centre collégial de l’Alberta.

Three 10-week online courses start Sept. 15. Completing a minimum of one of these courses qualifies people to earn

a Child Development Assistant certificate (formerly known as level 1) which is needed to work in licensed or approved daycare, out-of-school care, preschool and group family childcare facilities in Alberta, British Columbia and Saskatchewan. Taking all three courses is a good start towards earning an ELCC certificate and qualifying for Child Development Worker certification (level 2). More courses will be offered in the winter and spring semesters. “ By of fering distance edu c ation courses, students can work through the material at their own pace. They will benefit from the support of teachers and from several opportunities to meet their classmates throughout the year,” says Kelly

Mazerolle, program head of the ELCC program.

Educational Assistant certificate and ELCC diploma courses will be offered in the 2015-2016 academic year. Graduates of the ELCC diploma program are eligible for Child Development Supervisor certification (level 3).

For more information or to register for courses, visit www.lakelandcollege.ca/ epe This program was made possible thanks to the Canada-Alberta Official Languages in Education Protocol on French Minority-Language and FrenchSecond-Language Instruction.

The Upside Spreads Beyond The Halls of Lakeland College Lakeland College Submitted

A simple suggestion that turned into a wellness strategy at Lakeland College is being recognized both provincially and nationally.

Lakeland College wellness advisors Melissa Rothwell at the Vermilion campus and Nadine Konyk at the Lloydminster campus were aware bullying was becoming a social issue for educational institutions.

In the wellness program at Lakeland College the advisors aim for a positive approach. “We want to promote health and happiness,” says Rothwell. After some research on helping students they came up with the idea of The Upside.

The Upside is an anonymous compliments campaign. Students were encouraged to submit positive comments about their peers. These comments

were posted on the TV monitors in the campus hallways, the college’s Facebook and Twitter accounts, Lakeland College website and in the student newsletters.

In a very short time they had received 93 compliments. “ It got huge ver y quickly and we went with the flow,” says Rothwell.

As part of the campaign they wrote four articles on different aspects of bullying in February which was AntiBullying month.

The campaign grew quickly within Lakeland College and was noticed beyond the campus. The duo was invited to present at the Alberta Services for Students Conference (ASSC) at NAIT at the beginning of May. They were part of a program that included seven concurrent sessions and they received positive feedback.

They also applied to do a poster

presentation at the Canadian Association of College and University Student Services (CACUSS) conference June 8 – 11 in Nova Scotia. From 250 applications they were among the just over 60 accepted. “It is a huge honour to have Lakeland College represented at that level,” says Rothwell.

The campaign has involved many departments of Lakeland College. Two human services practicum students were involved in writing an article and coming up with a surprise element for next February involving the entire community. The marketing department has been involved with posts to social media and the website plus poster development and design. The students’ associations from both campuses were totally on board and really helped out.

The libraries had signage, books and displays.

One student designed a comments

box covered with a number of inspirational quotes including: · Be kind whenever possible … it is always possible. · Life is short, smile while you still have teeth. · The secret to happiness is to make others believe they are the cause of it. · Don’t lose hope. When the sun goes down the stars come out.

“Nadine and I both came up with the concept. People loved it and just went with it,” says Rothwell.

“We often collaborate on different initiatives because we are one community,” adds Konyk.

The Upside will continue next year starting in October. “We want to bring positivity into students’ lives and put a smile on their face during these months when they are dealing with the challenges of being away from home,” says Rothwell.

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The Tories – It’s All About Leadership

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people each year, he believes the provric mcIver ince cannot wait for the cash in hand to Born and raised in Woodstock, Ontario construct care centres, roads, hospitals to a working class family, Ric became an Albertan in 1981. He defines himself as The candidates for the leadership of and schools. an ordinary Albertan, and states that he the Progressive Conservative AssociaJim prentice has a “political fire in the belly”. He was tion of Alberta may differ on matters of The “Albertan by choice” who came to first elected as the MLA for Calgary-Hays policy, but they do have some things in common: none were born in the prov- the province at age 13, quotes Alberta’s in 2012 and served as Minister of Transince, all come from working class fami- Premier Alexander Rutherford: “We have portation, subsequently he was Minister lies, all came to Alberta in their youth no pessimists in Alberta. A pessimist of Infrastructure from 2012 to 2013 but stepped down to run for the PC leaderand made good use of the opportunities could not succeed.”

Prentice, who has held several federal ship. As Minister, he led a plan to partner they were offered. All want to change the portfolios -- Environment, Industry and with the private sector to get 50 schools world.

As the Alberta Progressive Conser- Indian Affairs and Northern Develop- built by 2016 and believes that plan is still vative leadership race winds down, ment returns to politics with a mission viable. McIver has a plan for tax relief for we review some of the issues being to refresh and renew the way in which families.

Alberta markets itself.

McIver thinks highly of the province’s discussed. single tax rate, and describes it as an efficient system. If elected Premier, he Thomas Lukaszuk promises to maintain Alberta’s single The Edmonton-Castle Downs Repretax rate, and prioritize tax deductions for sentative supports new ideas, fresh Alberta’s families, with a tax credit for thinking, smart plans. He resigned as every dependent child under 18, phasAlberta’s Minister of Jobs, Skills, Trainric mcIver. Photos submitted. ing it in to a maximum of $2,000 per child ing and Labour to seek the leadership per year, when the province can afford it. of the PC party. Previously he held the Listening is big on McIver’s agenda.

Education portfolio.

On Pension reform – Bill 9 and Bill 10 – until proper consultations have taken In his view, school construction and in a recent press release, he stated that place. modernization has lapsed into “fields “If I am elected leader of PC Alberta “over the past few months I have heard of shattered dreams” and he is promisand Premier, I will shelve Bill 9 and Bill from people who originally planned to ing new and smarter plans. His idea is 10, until I ensure the proper level of retire in the next couple of years, but fear to work with private developers in order consultation has taken place.” they will now have to work several years to get the schools built for the children The Alberta Progressive Conservative longer just to have the same pension of approximately 100,000 thousand Association members vote for a leader when they do retire.” newcomers flocking to the province on September 6. If necessary, a second According to McIver, pension calcuevery year. ballot will be held on September 20. lations are just mathematics, but those The province must build as many mathematics dictate how hundreds of schools as it can, Lukaszuk believes. thousands of Albertans plan to retire, “Schools are a hub, they attract people and cannot be taken lightly. Pension to meet and socialize ... educational CALL US AT 853-6305 plans need to be sustainable, now and resources and gyms can be used after FOR ALL YOUR Jim prentice. into the future. hours”. Infrastructure spending, particuADVERTISING NEEDS. McIver is not convinced that enough larly on schools, is a key element of his YOU CAN’T GO WRONG has been done about consulting with campaign.

Prentice’s priorities are clear: 1.

Apply Alber tans who have publi c se c tor In addition, Lukaszuk has stated that he would not change the funding ratio for conservative fiscal principles: fiscal pension plans. Although he appreciates prudence is the foundation of good that the all-party Standing Committee on government. 2. Restore public trust by Alberta’s Economic Future is now holding vermilionvoice@gmail.com being accountable. 3. Maximize the a consultation process, he believes they value of natural resources and make the should not proceed with Bill 9 and Bill 10 energy sector competitive. Prosperity depends on access to global markets.

4. Become an environmental leader, and ensure continued responsible expansion of the oil sands. 5. Education and skills training; Alberta’s 26 post-secondary institutions, the foundation of our economic success cannot function without long-term, stable, predictable funding.

On the issue of schools, Prentice stands by the government’s pledge of building 50 and modernizing 70. But, in • On September 1, 2014, Alberta’s general minimum wage will increase from his travels through the province, Prentice has heard that 40 to 50 additional $9.95 to $10.20 an hour. schools may be required. If elected • The liquor server minimum wage will increase from $ 9.05 to $ 9.20 per hour.

Premier, he means to get those shovels • Minimum wages are reviewed annually. Increases are based on changes to in the ground as soon as possible.

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private schools. He believes the public system should be excellent and be parents’ first choice.

Agricultural issues are in the forefront of Lukaszuk’s platform. “Agriculture is our second largest economy, the most renewable and sustainable, but is left on the back burner. As Premier, Lukaszuk would upgrade and refine access to markets. “Alberta is a superpower in the food industry and its products are second to none,” he stated in a recent radio interview.

According to Lukaszuk, what sets his platform apart are his plans to deal with the child care shortage, improve senior facilities so they may offer adequate space, and a quality of care that is sensitive to cultural and religious beliefs.

On the province’s debt, Lukaszuk would continue with the government’s plan to take on debt to pay for infrastructure. Debt is expected to hit $21 billion by 2017 and, considering the great influx of

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four hours a day and caught 120,000 lb. of halibut in six days!

“Every hook had a fish,” Myroniuk “Our … communities … have some explained, “and each fish was between remarkable characters with remarkable 100 to 120 lb.; anything under 120 lb. talent. Among this group of geniuses had to be thrown back.” The crew lost is Mike Myroniuk,” Sonny Rajoo wrote half the fish due to inclement weather that made the boat heave. in 2009.

The only people from his crew alive The 82-year-old inventor and hobbyist, Mike Myroniuk, was born in 1932 in today are the captain’s son and himself. the Vermilion hospital at a time when It was at this time in his life that the idea his friends were being born at home, for his first invention began.

He came up with the idea for The but was raised in Derwent, Alberta and left home at the age of 17 to work in Fish Retainer when he was winter the machine shops in the factories of fishing for rainbow trout at lakes near Vancouver, B.C. in winter and deep sea Derwent many years ago. He would dig a hole in the ice and wait for the fish fishing in summer.

“That is where I learned how to create to appear in the hole. The fish would these,” he smiles as his arm sweeps appear, but quickly slipped away from Fish retainer in the caught-ya! position. Photos Nicole Crossan. across a room filled with his inventions. his grasp. It took Myroniuk years to In the summer of 1958, Myroniuk make his fish retainer, but it worked! worked on a twelve-man crew in a ship “When you see a fish come into the platform snaps closed—trapping the Myroniuk was in a near fatal collision on the Bering Sea who worked twenty- hole, you push a lever and the second fish,” he explained. on September 11, 2013 at about three Some of his other inventions include o’clock in the afternoon. “It was a beaua garden weeder that looks like a tiny tiful day. The sun was shining and it rotor tiller with a different bottom, a was about 26 or 27 degrees.” The truck molehill leveler, and a fly snapper. landed on the roof of the cab, spun, When I arrived at his house, he tipped twice, and hit a power pole. greeted me with: “I was just in the “The airbag saved my life!” Myroniuk middle of inventing something new,” exclaimed. followed by, “I am just a hobbyist now.”

That didn’t stop him from entering his The fly snapper was made from a float into a few parades this year, but he pick-up and reaching tool, which many has slowed down a little compared to people use when they are recovering previous years because of the expense from surgery or unable to bend over of fixing up and purchasing a new truck easily. Myroniuk modified it by taking for his float. off the snapping parts at the end and As I spoke with him, he would stop, replacing them with two small, flat plat- take a deep breath, hold his chest, and forms of Plexiglas held in place with say, “Now I am out of breath.” brass countersunk rivets. They had to The trouble with his breathing be countersunk to ensure they closed stemmed from multiple broken ribs, a tight enough to hold bugs inside. broken collar bone, and his left lung One day, shortly after he made his which collapsed in the accident. bug snapper, Myroniuk said to a young “I am starting to feel better now,” girl, “I’ll give you five dollars if you catch Myroniuk said as he sat down and a fly with it.” No sooner did he say that focused on breathing, “I am very lucky than she pushed the trigger and SNAP! to be alive. Don’t you think?” Then he There was a fly dead inside. sighed and held his chest. “That’s it, Last year, an Australian crew made I’m out of breath. I’m going to go fish a documentary about Myroniuk and will with my sons at Lac Bellevue. They Myroniuk snapping a bug with his bug snapper. return this year to do the follow-up. catch nice perch in there.”

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Jul. 23-Aug. 22 Added discipline and your charismatic appeal will lead to the success you desire. The changes you make now will not make everyone in your life happy, but follow your heart and engage in what suits you best. Love is highlighted.

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Apr. 20-May 20

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Don't feel the need to share personal secrets. Taking on too much responsibility will leave you feeling overwhelmed. Complaining will make you look bad.

Say little, do a lot and you'll protect your reputation.

Indulgence must be avoided.

May 21-Jun. 20 Make travel plans. You'll make new friends and discover new and exciting pastimes. Learn from the experience you encounter with one of your peers and refuse to make the same mistake twice. A change will do you good. Love is on the rise.

Jun. 21-Jul. 22 Don't feel the need to offer assistance or you will be taken for granted.

Consider the responsibilities you already have and make plans to do something that will bring you greater joy. Make changes that benefit you, not someone else.

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Aug. 23-Sept. 22 Take care of money matters and make changes that will help stabilize your position with institutions you do business with.

Refuse to let anyone put you in a compromising position. If you are fully prepared, you will avoid setbacks.

Sagittarius Capricorn Nov. 22-Dec. 21 Take control where financial, legal or medical issues are concerned. The effort you make and the changes you push for will help improve your standard of living and the degree of satisfaction and happiness you achieve.

Gemini

Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Joint ventures won't pay off. Invest in your future and your surroundings.

Making improvements will ensure that you add value to your assets. A partnership is likely to face emotional discord if you try to take back something you already offered.

Sept. 23-Oct. 22 Someone from your past will have an impact on your life. Don't hesitate to make contact or ask questions about someone's whereabouts.

Short trips will prove to be advantageous regarding a relationship with someone special.

Oct. 23-Nov. 21 Take one step at a time and be very careful about what you say and how you handle others. You are best to stick close to home and to work on projects that have the potential to help you out financially.

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Jan. 20-Feb. 18 You'll appear to have plenty of options. Assess what's actually being offered before you take a chance based on what someone tells you. Good fortune can be yours if you are well informed and prepared to take over.

Feb. 19-Mar. 20 You will surprise everyone with your unique plans.

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23-Year-Old Breast Cancer Survivor’s Experiences Guide A National Research Program Canadian Institutes of Health Research Submitted

Two years ago, Alicia Tait sat in a meeting room with a group of funders and researchers sharing her story of what it’s like to be 23 and diagnosed with breast cancer. She hoped they’d have a better understanding of what women like her experience. Through early detection and screening, Alicia was among the 22,700 Canadian women who were diagnosed with breast cancer in 2012.

Alicia says that her diagnosis was a shock and sent her mind spinning. “I had a four-month-old daughter,” she says. “It raised the question of if I’d even be around to raise my daughter. Would I be able to graduate university, start a career in

teaching, and grow old with my husband?

Would I be able to grow old at all?”

The 28-year-old mother of two children has since graduated university and completed teacher’s college. “A cancer diagnosis at such a young age raises many questions about the future,” she says. “You worry whether you’ll be able to conceive another child. These are unique challenges when you’re this young.”

About 4% of newly diagnosed cases of breast cancer will be in women under 40.

Breast cancer in younger women tends to be more advanced at the time of diagnosis as well as more aggressive and resistant to treatment. As a result, prognosis is generally worse for this age group. Many questions remain but there is much hope for newly diagnosed cancer patients, like

Alicia.

The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) and Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) are funding a $5.7M research project to study 1,200 newly diagnosed young women with all stages of breast cancer receiving care in 28 institutions across Canada. Led by Dr. Steven Narod, Canada Research Chair in Breast Cancer at Women’s College Hospital in Toronto, the research teams across Canada aim to better understand the unique biology of breast cancer in women under 40 and its implications for prevention, risk reduction, and delivering care that addresses their distinct needs.

The researchers will also assemble a database of 3,000 young women who were diagnosed with breast cancer in

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order to assess long term outcomes related to recurrence and survival. In this largest ever Canadian breast cancer in young women research program, women like Alicia will also gain a network that will provide them with additional support through their breast cancer journey.

Breast cancer continues to be the most common cancer among Canadian women (excluding non-melanoma skin cancers) and is the second leading cause of death from cancer. Research efforts play an important role in women’s health and wellbeing and this project will result in real improvements for the young women who will face this diagnosis.

The Call Billi J. Miller Submitted

was engaged to Anna and they were to be married in February, 2008 at the same Church where his funeral was.

What did Joel love the most in life?

Joel loved his family and friends deeply and was especially close to his sister Amanda. He loved being at home with Anna. Joel LOVED food (breakfast food!).

We used to joke that Joel joined the army for the daily bacon and eggs!

Joel was proud of the PPCLI. He loved the camaraderie and kinship and wore his uniform proudly.

What would you like to remember most about Joel?

Even though his time on earth was short, Joel left us with amazing memories! He was kind, and made people laugh and feel like they were his best friend.

When you were around Joel, you

June 20, 2007 started out like any other. I arrived at my office with the Government of Alberta in Edmonton. Then the news broke: 3 soldiers were killed in Afghanistan.

But, worse? Our dear friend and colleague Sherry Clark hadn’t shown up for work that morning.

Her son Joel was there serving. Our hearts sank. Her phone call confirmed our fears.

Joel was one of the soldiers from the Edmonton-based Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry (PPCLI) that had been hit by a roadside bomb.

He died a day before his 23rd birthday, along with: Cpl. Stephen Frederick Bouzane, 26 and Sgt. Christos Karigiannis, 31.

August 10, 2014, marked the 100-year Anniversary that the PPCLI was incorporated – and just over 7 years since a mother lost her son.

In a recent interview, photojournalist Billi J. Miller spoke with Sherry Clark about what it means to lose a son.

What was your son’s name and how long did he serve?

Private Joel Vincent Wiebe was part of 3rd Battalion PPCLI, and joined in September, 2004.

Where was he serving when he died?

Joel deployed on February 20, 2007 and was killed on June 20 2007 close to SperwanGhar, Kandahar Province, Afghanistan.

How many siblings does Joel have?

Joel had 3 sisters and has a nephew Joel celebrating one of his favorite holidays and three nieces. He also has two broth- (Halloween) in 2006. Photos Billi J. Miller. ers from his Dad’s 2nd marriage. Joel

felt safe, cared for, loved, and you laughed a lot! Joel was the glue of our family. He was a very stubborn young man too! He was a practical joker and loved pulling off a good prank!

He was one of those people you couldn’t get mad at. He is our hero because of the way he lived and served!

Having been through this loss, what has it taught you about life and about love?

I have learned that a devastating loss has many emotions - heartache, desperation, emptiness, and shock, but it also brought pride.

I learned we don’t always act the way we hope we would. A sad realization I live with now is that immediately following Joel’s death, I wasn’t a very good Mom to

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my daughters.

I went through the motions of life but I barely functioned and I couldn’t be the parent I should have been for my daughters.

I have learned that as sad as I am for our loss of Joel, I was even sadder for him and all that he would miss out on - his wedding, the chance to become a father.

I have learned that grief is a journey. I don’t believe in “closure” and “getting over a loss”. I believe you learn how to live with the loss.

I feel Joel’s presence and there is no doubt that he is still watching over us.

The number of casualties from that mission grew to 158. Sherry continues to live in Edmonton.

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Sherry Clark’s last hug from her son the night he deployed on February 20, 2007.

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Text of Historic Canada-EU CETA Reached

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Leon Benoit, Member of Parliament for Vegreville-Wainwright, today announced that negotiators have reached a complete text of the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), allowing translation and legal review to commence. “I’m pleased that both Canada and the EU have committed to bringing this Agreement into force as quickly as possible,” said Benoit. “Businesses and workers on both sides of the Atlantic will clearly benefit from increased trade, opportunities and job creation.”

Last October, Canada, with the unani-

mous endorsement of all Provinces and Territories, as well as businesspeople, reached a historic Agreement-in-Principle on the Canada-EU CETA. The EU is the world’s largest integrated economy, with more than 500 million consumers and a GDP of $17 trillion. A joint study concluded that the trade agreement with the European Union would be of significant benefit to Canada, resulting in a 20 percent boost in bilateral trade and a $12 billion increase in Canada’s annual income (GDP) – the equivalent to creating almost 80,000 new jobs or increasing the average Canadian household’s annual income by $1,000.

Going forward, consent for the Agreement must be obtained from the European Parliament. There are also plans for a visit

by Prime Minister Stephen Harper to the United Kingdom in September, as well as to hold a Canada-EU summit – events which will strengthen Canada’s working relationship with the EU. “Albertans will benefit directly from this CETA,” continued Benoit. “Throughout Alberta, hard-working people will reap benefits, especially in key sectors of the local economy such as agriculture, metal and mineral products, machinery and equipment as well as chemical and plastic products. Albertans will enjoy more jobs, higher wages and greater long-term prosperity.”

Benoit also highlighted the progress our Conservative Government has made in connecting Canadians to overseas

markets. Since coming to office in 2006, the Government of Canada has put into force trade deals with Panama, Jordan, Colombia, Peru, the European Free Trade Association, and has singed historic agreements with South Korea and Honduras.

“This doesn’t include the trade initiatives that are still being negotiated,” concluded Benoit. “Talks are ongoing with the Caribbean Community, Central America Four, Dominican Republic, India, Japan, Morocco, Singapore, Ukraine, and the Asia-Pacific region through the TransPacific Partnership. We are also pursuing exploratory discussions with Turkey, Thailand and MERCOSUR. Our Government understands the importance of free trade to Canada in a global marketplace.”

Home Ownership is Now Easier for Newcomers News Canada News Release

(NC) Buying your first home in Canada can be a challenging experience – and for newcomers, who may not understand the mortgage process, it can be even more so.

Many immigrants express that they don’t understand the nuances, and others have certain preconceived notions that don’t always hold true, like requiring a credit history to obtain a mortgage.

According to a recent poll from the Royal Bank of Canada, 56 per cent of newcomers believe that a Canadian credit history

is required in order to get a mortgage. This is a myth. In reality, the financial path for newcomers is much brighter, and much easier, than people might think.

“Newcomers to Canada who have been in the country less than five years, no longer need to produce a credit history for an RBC mortgage,” says Christine Shisler, the director of multicultural markets. “We listened to the needs of immigrants and made some enhancements to our policies, making it easier for newcomers to get settled. The change to our newcomer mortgage program gives people more time to qualify and more time to save for their down payment.”

Shisler’s three tips for potential homebuyers: 1. Get pre-approved When you are pre-approved for a mortgage, you can shop for a home with confidence. Meet with a mortgage specialist before you tour open houses – you’ll have a clearer picture of what you can afford and that will take some of the stress out of the home buying process.

2. Know the hidden costs Beyond the mortgage amount, legal fees and land-transfer taxes are common examples of costs that often aren’t accounted for when purchasing a home. Speak to a mortgage specialist to make sure you know all

the associated costs.

3. Keep your total budget in mind Allow for a little wiggle room so that you’ll have some funds in reserve for ongoing home ownership costs, your lifestyle needs and any unexpected expenses that may arise.

The poll also showed that many newcomers (44 per cent) don’t know which products are right for them. This is the main reason, says Shisler, to get personal guidance from a financial advisor or a mortgage specialist. More information is available at rbc.com/ settlequick or at any RBC branch.

Barley-Stuffed Bells Agri-News

3 bell peppers, cut in half and seeded 2 jars (26 ounces each) prepared pasta sauce Additional grated Parmesan cheese, 1 pound ground beef or turkey optional 1/4 cup finely chopped onion In large bowl, combine ground meat, 3 tablespoons Italian seasoned bread onion, bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, crumbs egg, salt, pepper and cooked barley. Divide 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese meat-barley mixture into 6 portions. Press 1 egg, beaten each portion into bell pepper half, forming 1 teaspoon salt mixture to the shape of the pepper. Spray a 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cook1-1/2 cups cooked pearl barley, cooking ing spray. Place filled pepper halves in dish. directions below Pour pasta sauce over peppers. Cover News Release

tightly with aluminum foil. Preheat oven to 375° F. Bake peppers for 1 hour and 15 minutes. To serve, arrange peppers on platter, spooning a portion of sauce over each pepper. Pour remaining sauce from baking dish into container to serve at table. Sprinkle additional grated Parmesan cheese over peppers, if desired, and serve. Makes 6 servings.

Per serving: calories 436, protein 23g, carbohydrates 47g, fiber 9g, fat 17g, cholesterol 88mg, sodium 2168mg.

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Add to soups, stews, casseroles and salads for extra flavor and fiber. For best results, bring frozen or refrigerated cooked barley to room temperature before using.

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The Village of Minburn Council and Administration gratefully acknowledge John & Sally Stewart and Craig’s Greenhouse for their commitment to small communities and in particular for their support to the Village of Minburn. We are deeply grateful for their very generous gift of trees and shrubs to enhance our Village. Thank you John and Sally for your community spirit and your very generous nature.

SUNHAVEN FARMS MILLING, IRMA, AB We are presently looking to purchase FEED GRAINS: WHEAT, BARLEY AND PEAS. 12345 We offer competitive pricing and prompt payment.

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Village of Minburn Council and Administration also extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to the Minburn 4-H club members who assisted at the Village Community Appreciation BBQ. What a pleasure to work with such enthusiastic, courteous and competent young people (and their parents). You are truly an asset to our communities.

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AWNA BLANKET AND LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS AUCTIONS WHEATLAND AUCTIONS Huge Fall Consignment Auction. Sept. 6 in Cheadle, Alberta. Farm equipment, construction equipment, vehicles, RVs, tools and much more! Phone 403-669-1109; www.wheatlandauctions.com.

COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 7th Annual Red Deer Fall Finale. September 19 - 20, Westerner Park. Consign today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 103; egauctions.com.

MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, August 30, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Over 150 guns - Handguns, rifles, shotguns, hunting and sporting equipment. To consign call 780-440-1860.

UNRESERVED AUCTION. Surplus, tools, household and more. Saturday, August 23 starting 11 a.m. Scribner Auction. New location 6 kms West of Wainwright, Alberta Hwy 14. 780-842-5666; www.scribnernet.com.

CAREER TRAINING MEDICAL BILLING trainees needed! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors! No experience needed! Local training gets you ready to work! 1-888-627-0297.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES DENTURE TECHNICIAN for modern denture clinic in Southern Alberta. Package offers accommodations and/or relocating expenses for right candidate. Wages negotiable. Apply: gmercier5@telus.net. Go to: www. highriverdenture.com.

FULL-TIME MEAT CUTTER required at Sobeys in Olds, Alberta. 40 hours per week. Benefits. Fax resume to 1-403-556-8652 or email: sbyc125olds@ sobeys.com.

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LABOURERS PCL ENERGY. Now hiring Labourers with over 2 years of industrial experience for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. We offer competitive wages and benefits. Retention and completion bonuses paid! Send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com or fax 1-888-398-0725.

PCL Energy now hiring Journeyperson: Pipefitters, Millwrights ($40+/hour) and Scaffolders ($38+/hour) for immediate shutdown work on an industrial project in Vanscoy, SK. LOA of $145/day worked, travel and bonuses paid! We offer competitive wages and benefits. Call 780-468-8026 and send resume to: pclenergyjobs@pcl.com.

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JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more.

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FEED AND SEED STRAW WANTED. Large square 4X8 bales. $60 metric ton for 20,000 bales. Please call Kevin Paskal at 403-330-9147.

FEED BARLEY. Paskal Cattle Company in Picture Butte area is looking for Feed Barley. Put more $$$ in your pocket. Sell direct to us. Please call Main Office for details. 403-317-1365.

HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

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GARAGE SALE MULTI-FAMILY GARAGE SALE August 22 & 23, Fri- Lloydminster 780-875-6636, Toll Free # 1-888day from 11 to 5 p.m., Saturday from 10 to 5 p.m. at 858-1011.

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15% Seniors’ Discount. Phone INDUSTRIAL 3 Bay Industrial Shop (4044 sq. ft.) for lease on 2.14 780-808-0017. acres in Vermilion at 4512 45 Street. If interested contact Shane at 1-403-740-9504.

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Bales Tender Lakeland College, Vermilion is seeking tenders for the following:

1,500 mixed grass round hay bales Please submit tenders by Aug. 22, 2014 - 2 pm to: Lakeland College Farm Office 5707 College Drive Vermilion, AB T9X 1K5 Phone: 780 853 8595 Fax: 780 853 8715 If you have any questions please call Peter Wilkinson at 780 853 0425.

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SERVICES EAGLE HILL EXCAVATING is a small company from Dewberry specializing in design and installation of private sewage systems, concrete pad preparation,digging basements, pouring footings with excavator bucket,trenching, demolition and removal or whatever project you have for us ! We have excavators and gravel truck, skid steers and various attachments. Some equip with Trimble - lazer guided depth control for those jobs where precision is needed to save on gravel and labour! Call Murray›s cell 780-2056804. Riley’s cell 780-205-6152

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Vermilion Outreach School A joint learning initiative of Buffalo Trail Public Schools and East Central Catholic Schools.

What does Vermilion Outreach School Offer?

An alternative high school educational program that provides students an opportunity to complete their high school diploma outside of a traditional school setting. We offer two programs with core programming, career counseling, and a variety of options.

Regular High School Students select to take high school in an alternative setting for many reasons. We offer a flexible schedule where students work independently through their courses. Core high school courses are available, strong art program, many options as well as community mentoring programs.

Adult Program For students who are over the age of 19 as of Sept. 1 but still need to complete a high school course for diploma requirements, post-secondary opportunities or career reasons we offer programs to help. Career counselling is available. Cost is dependent on program. The school is open one evening per week to help accommodate different needs.

School will be open for appointments August 25, 2014 For more information or to register contact Derek Collins

Phone (780) 853-2111 or email: derek.collins@btps.ca Visit us online at: http://vos.btps.ca

PART-TIME POSITION 24 HOURS/WEEK: 10-4PM $14/ HOUR FROM SEPTEMBER 2-JUNE 29 MONDAY-THURSDAY Christmas and Spring Break off.

Responsible for coordinating and marketing community lifelong learning courses and assisting the CLASS CEO. The successful candidate must have: · Excellent communication, organizational and people skills · Friendly, Accepting, Flexible and Optimistic · Administrative and Marketing experience · Computer capabilities in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel · Creative, Innovative and Resourceful · A Desire to help others See job description at www.classab.ca/news/ and send cover letter and resume to chandra.blair@classab.ca Application deadline: Monday, August 22, 2014.

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Eureka! Discover Summer Reading Stuart Pauls, Vermilion Public Library

ing program, please fill out your reading lists Submitted and pick up all prize coupons by August 29th. Our grand prize draw for 3 gifts from As we head into the final weeks of Discovery Toys will be held on August 28th. summer, Vermilion Public Library’s Summer Reading Program is winding down. This year 76 youth signed up for our program to track how much they read.

This year ’s reading theme is Eureka which celebrates innovation and inventors. In the spirit of inventors we challenged our summer readers to build a giant Rube Goldberg machine shown in the picture.

Through the generous support of Boston Pizza, Apple Drugs, Sammy’s Family Restaurant, Long’s Drugs, East-Alta COOP, Subway, The Bargain Shop, and Tim Horton’s we were able to offer some fantastic reading prizes.

For every 2 hours of reading logged, our young readers were given a prize coupon to one of the sponsors above. We are proud of our partnership with these local businesses in the community that value Mani Palmer adds a piece to the Rube supporting youth literacy in Vermilion.

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NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR COACHING POSITIONS FOR THE 2014 -15 HOCKEY SEASON If you are interested in applying for a coach or assistant coach position please complete the online Coaching Application Form found on the VMHA website http://www.vermilionminorhockey. com/ under the "Forms" tab.

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Experience working with special needs (Asperger's/Autism and/or other sensory related disorders) students would be an asset. Please call Don Church at 780-763-3615 if you would like more information about this position.

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2nd Annual Lakeland MS Poker Rally Cont.

See article on page 14.

Mayme Nolin, volunteered for the MS Society of Canada by distributing the cards to participants. Photos Elina Castro.

Participant, Mel Foy and Johanna Green, Lakeland Regional Director for the MS Society of Canada.

Lakeland Drifters, from left, John Hillier, Boyd Smith, Ernie Laney and J.R. Fontaine.

J er r y an d C i n d y Germain (left) from Bonnyville cruised for the cause in their 1940 Chevrolet.

Youngest rider, Chase MacDougall 10, had a very relaxing ride.

Donna Schmid and Shane Kramer.

Team Coordinator – Various Locations At AFSC, everything we do is focused on providing value to our clients.

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As a Team Coordinator you will be responsible to manage a team of Client facing staff, from Client Service Representatives to Product Specialists to Relationship Managers. You will be required to oversee different offices and coordinate the allocation of work and resources in your area.

You will be asked to ensure your team has the right skills, knowledge, tools and resources to excel in their job. As a natural born leader, you enable and motivate your team to provide our clients with excellent customer service, in line with the values of our company. You mentor and coach new staff, as well as provide career development and performance discussions. You will also cooperate with senior management staff, in looking for new ways to improve and excel as an organization.

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Breaking In Kuk Sool Won™ Kuk Sool Won™ Submitted

August 8th saw Kuk Sool Won students complete a grading test for their next belt.

The new promotions were awarded to Jakob Bretzer, Ibrahim Uddin, Nisa Uddin, Yong Soo Kim (Sam), Thomas Nawrot and Sean Meier. “They all did an amazing job, we are so proud”, said Emma Freeman, assistant instructor.

During a testing, adult students are expected to show power, focus, and accuracy. One of the most common ways of doing this within martial arts is breaking hard rigid objects. “In Kuk Sool WonTM we break to test the correctness of a particular technique”, explains Morgan Freeman. “Of course, breaking an inanimate object also allows you to check the strength of your power, focus, aim, and ki power without risking injury to yourself or others”.

As you progress through your martial career, breaks get increasingly more difficult. Advanced breaking techniques are not measured by the number of boards or bricks broken, but by the difficulty of the technique itself. Anyone can, with practice break with sheer force alone. However, advanced finger or intricate aerial kicking breaking is not possible without a full knowledge and background of correct form, ki development and proper conditioning.

There are two styles of breaking practised in martial arts today. The most common is brute strength. Anyone can perform a single break with this method. All you have to do is aim at the floor beneath the wood and blast through the wood. Unfortunately as the breaks become more difficult with more wood or cinder blocks, the chances of long term damage also increases.

While brute strength starts with hard power and ends with hard force, the type of breaking practiced by Kuk Sool WonTM

students is far different.

This method employs a principle known as yu-sool (soft technique). Although the hand stops, power continues to come through to break the target, unlike the brute force method, where all the force and power stops when the hand stops.

Those who practice yu-sool also focus through their targets. However, only to the back or bottom of the target, not far beyond as with the hard force method. They let their energy travel through the target rather than their bodies.

The higher level of expertise of the yu-sool method is noticeable when breaking glass bottles. Most bottles are simple breaks done with the bottle wrapped in paper to prevent the glass cutting the hand. Brute force can handle this easily.

However, when a bottle is broken without first wrapping, to avoid a cut requires a more advanced technique. The hand must be stopped as soon as it touches the bottle.

With a yu-sool technique, although the hand stops, energy in the form of ki continues into the bottle, breaking it.

Breaking bottles is a good way to develop speed. Since bottles are made of potentially sharp edged glass, you must create enough pressure to break it by striking it with enough speed and velocity to shatter the glass without your hand driving though the jagged edges.

Almost any rigid part of the body can be used, including the head, elbow and knee, although the hands and feet are most often used in Korean martial arts to test technique. More difficult breaks include the spear hand, thumb, wrist and fingers.

Yu-sool techniques are practiced in class and students are given regular opportunities to hone their skills before being tested.

If breaking is something you would like to try then why not check out classes at the armoury.

Sean Meier breaking with a knife hand. Photo submitted.

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