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October 3, 2016 | The Vermilion Voice
Angela Mouly
VES And J. R. Robson Celebrate Terry Fox
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On September 29, Vermilion Elementary School (VES) students took part in a Terry Fox Run, while J. R. Robson held theirs on September 30. In an attempt to put some perspective on the accomplishments that Terry Fox achieved, VES students spent a couple of weeks running approximately 5,000 laps of their track. They understood the cause and
were happy to help raise awareness. “The children all identified and had lots of fun participating,” said Brian Harvey. On September 30, J. R. Robson School hosted a full afternoon of activities along with their Terry Fox Walk. Students had donated approximately $300 in change towards the Terry Fox Foundation. Many students wore orange shirts as they took part in the Every Child Matters Safe and Caring Campaign.
After their kicking off of their Annual QSP Magazine Fundraiser, they had a presentation by African drummer Jacky Essombe. Full of excitement, children proceeded to dance outside as they began a 2 km walk taking the time to show their respect for who Terry Fox was. “For the last eight years, with a few staff and a student affected by cancer, this is the one charity that our school consistently
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From left, Ariel Bodurka, Elaine Howard, Jasmine Ball, and Meaghan Stewart stop to share their excitement during the J. R. Robson Terry Fox Walk on September 30. Photo Angela Mouly
VES students had a blast during their Terry Fox Run on September 29. Photo Marie Conboy
promotes. We’re pleased that our students took the time to celebrate a great Canadian and all that he stood for, as well as to donate to further cancer research,” said Nicole Polishuk. Some of the cross country students went on to host a training event at the Vermilion Provincial Park. They were hosting North East Alberta cross country running students to ready themselves for the upcoming finals.
Vermilion Jewellers Opening Soon!
Angela Mouly
Vermilion Jewellers will be opening their doors in the Vermilion, Lakeland Mall on October 20. Owner Rita Elliot and Manager Donna Kiziak are pleased to announce their new store will offer a lot of new items including everyday jewellery for any occasion; with a large selection of gold, silver, diamonds, and earrings. “We have some great watch lines including; Citizen, Eco-Drive, Bulova, and Caravelle New York,” said Rita Elliot. An online ordering program will also be available for people who have family members in other parts of the world. They will have the opportunity to select the proper stones when designing their family rings and order them all at once. One of the companies they are working with will allow customers to design their own wedding sets. Vermilion Jewellers is thrilled to be marketing several Canadian designers including: Myka and Karly Smith, who provide Canadian made jewellery with a great selection of Canadian diamonds, dancing diamonds, and sterling silver sets with Swarovski crystals.
“We are also working with a few other companies who supply a great selection of daughter’s pride rings, pendants; the whole nine yards,” said Elliot. They will be offering a couple of luxurious purse lines including: Canadian designed leather purses by Derek Alexander, and trendsetting handbags by Co-Lab. Vermilion Jewellers is a member of the Canadian Jewellers Association and will strive to uphold their code of ethics. While Kiziak grew up in Vermilion, Elliot has lived in the community for the last 36 years and served the community through Lakeland Florists for the last 24 years. During this time, they have grown to love the community and the people in it. “Vermilion is a very active town with events going on all of the time. The dedicated volunteers who make these things possible are to be commended for their efforts,” said Elliot. Elliot went on to say that Vermilion needs positive growth. She saw a need for something and followed through with the opportunity. “We are looking forward to serving Vermilion and growing a stronger community,” said Elliot.
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