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From left, Ken Stead, Erin Kay, and Kyle Mosiuk who preformed at the Vermilion Folk Club on November 19. Photo Angela Mouly

Angela Mouly Reporter

“Vermilion Folk Club has the best listening audience in the world. It’s an honour to be able to present the quality of per formances that we offer in this community,” said Wayne Gochee. On November 19, a large crowd gathered at the Vermilion Legion to welcome Ken Stead to the Vermilion Folk Club. The Edmonton based p er for m er ha s at te n d e d C o m e By The Hills before, but this was his first

appearance in Vermilion. Stead’s life partner Erin Kay opened the show for him and they were joined by Kyle Mosiuk on guitar. The couple t o u r s a l l o ve r C a n a d a a n d e n j o y connecting with like-minded people while sharing their music that stems from their life experiences. “ I ’m a p r et t y o pt i m i s t i c p er s o n, and my song writing focuses on the things that bind us together. I encourage others to let their walls down and express their feelings,” said Stead.

Before meeting Ken Stead, Erin Kay was a single mother, and much of her song writing is focused on motherhood. “You can do it. It’s not easy, but you can,” encouraged Kay. T h ey m e nt i o n e d t h at of te n, t h e same song can ser ve multiple purposes, and remind us of different people at different times in our lives. The audience paid close attention and cheered on the performers throughout the evening. Preformers also included

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the audience by encouraging them to sing along to multiple original songs and a few fabulous renditions of classic songs. For more information, you can visit erinkaymusic.com or kenstead.net. Last year, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts contributed $3,500 to The Vermilion Folk Club helping them be able to continue to bring live music to the community for reasonable rates. Their next event will be an open stage on January 21.

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The Vermilion Voice | November 21, 2016

The Messenger Screening

Angela Mouly Reporter

“It’s nice to see a bigger audience here than in Calgary,” said Dr. Erin Bayne, at the screening for ‘The Messenger’ movie on November 15, at the Lakeland College Theatre in Vermilion. Bayne experienced part of his childhood in Vermilion from 1971-1979 while his father, Gerald Bayne worked for Lakeland College and Alberta Agriculture. “Every time I come, I drive by my old house, and can still find it,” said Bayne. Now, a Biological Sciences Professor at the University of Alberta, Bayne, was featured in ‘The Messenger’ film, and came to Vermilion to be part of a panel along with Lakeland College Professor Chris Olsen, and Vermilion River Naturalist Society President Charlotte Wasylik to answer any conservation, research, or film questions from the audience. Su Rynard’s Canadian made film was six years in the making, and features researchers, and birds from all over the world. ‘The Messenger’ features migratory songbirds and highlights a number of conservational issues that they face around the world. Studies showed that light confuses birds at night, and unmarked windows also caused a staggering amount of deaths. Glass treated with markers reduced collisions by up to 80%. It is estimated that 1.4 billion birds are killed by cats every year according to a Canadian, American, and European study, and 32 species are extinct because of cats. A German DJ reminds us that some composers were inspired by birdsongs, and with there being so much music in nature, our emotions are often drawn to it. Migration patterns are shown from Europe to Africa, and from North America to South America, with some birds travelling 15,000 km in just five days. Only half

of the world birds are song birds, and their numbers are low compared to 20 years ago. With bird banding in existence for 105 years, enthusiasts welcome the new ICARUS technology. It is a radio tag that can provide a global database for tracking movement, so when researchers begin finding out where the majority of a species dies, they can begin to narrow in on which ecological issue is the cause. Birds provide ser vices, including pollination, reforestation, and pest control. With the decline of populations seen all over the world, questions are being raised including; what species depend on others? Do we depend on the same ecosystem for our own lives? What can humans limit to create balance and ensure healthy ecosystems remain for the survival of these species? Deforestation, development, droughts and climate change are also contributors to declining bird populations. As seen in Chinese history, the attempt to eradicate sparrows left no natural predators and allowed insects to devastate crops, causing a famine that killed more than 30 million people. A Saskatchewan study on tree swallows and the wetlands surrounding them showed concerns for neonicotinoids being traced in the water. Even though they are a better alternative than toxic sprays, the study indicated they may have an adverse effect with less insect larvae surviving and birds losing weight. Bayne’s involvement with the film included research on songbirds in Alberta’s Boreal forest which is a habitat detrimental to many songbird species’ migratory patterns. “Industrial noise is interfering with bird mating calls. It is estimated that a half billion birds are lost in the Boreal

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forest every year. In northern regions, an area the size of many countries is lost to agriculture, forestry, and the energy sector combined,” said Bayne. Now, there are half the birds on the planet than there was in the 1960’s. Birds respond quickly to their environment, so studying them mirrors the bigger problem; we’re changing the environment faster than birds can cope. It poses the question; ‘Do we want to pay the consequence of total silence?’ Like a canary in a coal mine, ‘The Messenger’ suggests that songbirds are trying to let people know that the environment we share with them is in danger. Throughout studies, large displays of death in birds are recorded and collected. During the panel discussion, Bayne suggested that one person’s choices become the first step in changing the world. Bayne was asked if something similar can be done for songbirds as with the North American Waterfowl Management Plan, and his response was as follows. “Regulations on hunting, funds towards ensuring habitats are maintained, identifying where the problem areas are, and finding solutions will take time. We are dealing with 20 countries in this hemisphere alone. As a child, I remember seeing barn swallows everywhere. Now, they’ve declined over 70% in the last 20 years and are now listed as endangered. Recognizing that is leading to these new policies,” said Bayne.

Bayne was also asked if bird feeding and watering is illegal. “If it is, I’ve never seen it enforced. I suggest not feeding too long into migration, not positioning food near cats, and not in the 3-5 metre range from windows. Either close or far away is best. We can all live a little more simply and start making changes within our own community,” said Bayne. Event organizer and Program Head/ Instructor in Wildlife & Fisheries and Energy and Environmental Sciences at Lakeland College, Chris Olsen invited the community to take part themselves or with their children and grandchildren in ongoing citizen science initiatives within the community such as the Christmas Bird Count. “Holding a bird will change your life. By becoming involved, we create a stronger collective understanding and in turn, we all win,” said Olsen. Panel member and Vermilion River Naturalists Society President, Charlotte Wasylik recently took part in a new youth program at the Beaver Hill Bird Observatory. “My experience at the ornithologist workshop gave me the opportunity to learn more and be a part of holding birds and banding birds. Being involved in a creature’s life journey has a magical effect,” said Wasylik. For more information, or to purchase the film, you can visit www.songbirdsos. com.

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On October 21, the Garnier family, who run their commercial cattle operation near Clandonald, received the Canadian Red Angus Commercial Breeder Of The Year Award. The family collaborate to run 450 head of cattle, with 50% being Red Angus. Ten years ago, they began incorporating the breed into their herd, and have since appreciated the breed’s benefits. The Garnier farm includes 45 quarters of owned and rented land, with 3,500 acres seeded to grain, 140 acres of corn, and the remainder pasture. They send 150 cow/calf pairs to the St. Paul Community Grazing Reserve for summer grazing. “Even though it’s more costly to grow, I prefer grazing my cattle on corn. I feel they do better over the winter on it than with regular swath grazing. I appreciate the Red Angus breed because I find the cows go into calving season in better condition on swath grazing than my Simmental cross cows do. Our calves wean off consistently by November 10, each year averaging 800 lbs. after shrink. When selecting bulls, I often ask questions emphasizing calving ease and

performance before asking to see what Promotion Society would like to congrat- ing a well managed farm,” said Canadian they look like. Purchasing two yearling ulate the Garnier Family for receiving this Red Angus Promotion Society Presibulls each year, I turn them out for one award and for their joint effort in produc- dent, Cole Goad. cycle with my cows and then take them out. I find it very important not to be too hard on bulls and overuse them the first year, or they won’t last as long as they should. R e d A n g u s i s a n e a sy keeping, high per forming breed of cattle where pounds on calves at weaning time matters,” said Marvin Garnier. Mar vin and Tara Garnier’s children, Logan, Alexis, Rylan, and Alivia take pride in showing their home raised steers in 4-H. They choose the Red Angus calves over the other breeds because of their eye appeal, temperament, and ability to gain. Mar vin’s brother Rober t and girlfriend Andrea are also very involved in the family farm. Their parents Larry and Lorna remain active on the farm and in the community, Back row: Robert, Andrea, Larry, Lorna, Logan, Cole Goad, Tara, and Marvin Garnier. both receiving Volunteer Of Front row: Rylan, Alivia, and Alexis Garnier. Cole Goad presented The Garnier Family with the 2016 Canadian Red Angus Commercial Breeder Of The Year Awards. “The Canadian Red Angus The Year Award on October 21. Photo submitted

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The Vermilion Voice | November 21, 2016

Starke Outlines Vision For The Future Of Alberta

Marie Conboy Reporter

Progressive Conservative Party leadership contender and MLA, Richard Starke, spoke about his vision for Alberta at a rally of supporters at the Lloydminster Exhibition Prairie Room on November 12. After his announcement that he will be running to lead the PC party, Starke touched on policy and what the PC Party needs to do to get ready for the 2019 election and his views on uniting the right wing by joining the PCs with the Wildrose Party. “Now we need to spend time crafting policy, we need to spend time rebuilding our membership support base, we need to welcome new members and we need to identify and mentor an exciting and diverse new group of candidates,” Starke said. Following his career as a veterinary

doctor in Lloydminster, he was elected as the MLA for Vermilion-Lloydminster in 2012 and became Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation in 2013. “I believe we need a strong voice that upholds the original values and principles of the Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta – a fiscally conservative, socially progressive political party dedicated to good governance. This starts by establishing a respectful and transparent engagement between party members, elected Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and elected officials. Through this, we will inspire and mentor the next generation of Alberta leaders while restoring public confidence and trust in our party. “I’ve been across our great province and have heard loud and clear, people are unhappy with how our province is being run, and they want change. These conversations motivated me to run for

leadership. Like so many Albertans, I want to see Alberta become a place of hope, prosperity, and opportunity once again. Albertans say: it’s time to get to work, to make sure that a forward thinking government is elected in 2019. It’s time to provide a credible alternative to Rachel Notley and the NDP. I believe for this to happen; we must return to the original principles of our Party. I believe in those principles, and I am seeking the leadership of the Alber ta Pro gres sive C o nservat i ve Par t y,” ad d e d Starke. Dr. Richard Starke MLA. Photo submitted

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The Mannville Feeders Association Ltd. (MFA) was thrilled to welcome local producers to their Annual Meeting and beef on a bun lunch on November 17, at the Mannville Elks Hall. In operation for approximately 50 years, the MFA has seven board members to assist local producers in financing feeder cattle. The MFA has also worked in collaboration with the Feeders Association of Alberta over the last few years to offer breeding finance options. “It’s a really good opportunity for people to buy cattle. It creates a good working relationship to sustain the funds available through the Mannville Feeders Association. We continue to raise cattle each

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November 21, 2016 | The Vermilion Voice

Lorna Hamilton Editor

How does that song go? “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, ever yw h e r e y o u g o.” I think that is just how our little town of Vermilion is starting to look. Stores along Main street are starting to put their Christmas decorations up; which reminds me this week we need to take a day or evening and get our window decorated for the holidays as well. But the Christmas season isn’t all about the decorations and receiving gifts, it is also about giving. It’s about caring for thy neighbour and the people of our community and the world. The holiday season has changed so much from what I remember as a child and young adult. I remember the Christmas season filled with visitors and family. There was always someone stopping by to visit, and the atmosphere was filled with laughter and joy and I don’t know where those days have gone. It seems to me that Christmas has become nothing more than a rat race of people running around to purchase as many gifts as they can and the most expensive gifts so they can keep up with the ‘Jones’s.’ People compete for the best-decorated house so they can perceive themselves as better than their neighbour; all the while sinking themselves greater into debt. You hardly ever hear children talking to their friends about the time they spent with their families and the fun

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they had over their Christmas break. The majority of the conversations you hear are them comparing the gifts they received, often going like this: “Well my parents got me a so and so, what did you get?” or “I got a new iPhone, did you get one?” I find this very disheartening that we have taught our younger generation that material items are more important than human interaction. I remember growing up when stores were closed on major holidays, especially on Christmas day and Boxing day, but now the stores only care about the bottom line, the almighty dollar, and I think it is pretty sad. Each year there are organizations and businesses collecting for the less fortunate in our communities, and I have a feeling this year with the extremely slow economy the need for that will be much greater. We often stick our heads in the sand and try to ignore the fact that there are people in our community with nothing. They don’t have enough money to put food on the table let alone buy Christmas gifts, especially toys, but are toys what the children of our community need the most? I think not! So maybe when you are out and about buying gifts for your family, and you come across a Santa Anonymous box think about purchasing an article of clothes or a pair of warm boots instead of the toy. I have a feeling a child with no winter boots or nothing warm to put on would appreciate it a lot more than a toy that will eventually break. I have seen many children over the years going to school without a hat, scarf or a pair of mittens or gloves than I care to remember. I have seen kids

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without winter jackets or a warm pair at the office from December 1 to 10. We of boots. I don’t know about you, but will then donate them to the schools in if I were that child, I would appreciate our area for children who do not have those items a lot more. a warm set of mittens, a scarf or a hat I know some people are of the opin- to help keep them warm. I have spoken ion that parents should give up some- with the schools, and they would greatly thing they want to buy these items for accept any of these items. Children their children, but let me tell you there are children, and they do lose their are people in this world and in this mittens, hats, and scarves during their community who have nothing to give lunch breaks, but at least this way if the up to buy the necessities for their schools have extras they can children. It isn’t always because loan them a pair or give them they are too lazy to work, it’s a pair. because they can’t find work We are not asking you or the work they do have to buy these items, though cannot support their family. I they would be appreciated. was not raised with a silver If you have an extra pair of spoon in my mouth, and mittens you do not need, a I know how hard my scarf you are tired of, a hat Mom worked to give us you think is out of style, the things we needed, and even a pair of winter but there were lots boots or jacket you or of times when your child does not I wore secondneed or want, you hand clothes and can drop them of f was proud enough at the Vermilion Voice to do it. Never and we will distribjudge anyone ute them to the until you walk schools in our a mile in their area. shoes! Let’s keep the This year the c hildren of our Vermilion community Voice has and other decided communito set up a ties in our hat, mitten ar e a war m Hats, Scarves, Mittens and scarf this winter! t r e e The Vermilion Voice will have a hat, mitten, scarf tree here

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Donations of items were dropped off at the Anglican Church Hall for the Habitat for Humanity ReUse Sale on 51st Avenue on November 18 and 19. “All proceeds will go towards paying off our bills and local businesses for building expenses,” said Linda Jacejko, Habitat for Humanity Chair. Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing organization that works in partnership with people in need to build and renovate decent, affordable housing. The houses are then sold for no profit and with no interest charged. Our goal is to provide families in need a “hand-up” not a “hand-out”.

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Antiques Finds At The Habitat for Humanity ReUse Sale. Ancient camera models and Parowax were some of the items donated to a worthy cause for antique collectors to enjoy. Photos Marie Conboy

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The Vermilion Voice | November 21, 2016

Around The Campfire

Neil B. Stratton Columnist

Hope everyone had a safe long weekend, it was a weird one for me, I had to process our moose as the weather decided to get a little too nice, that mixed with more November rain. This would have been perfect October weather. However, we will take, less rain and moisture. I spent a lot of time and hard work, the entire three day weekend, working on tasty table fare. With the warm weather, I didn’t want to age the moose any more than I had too, although my shop was nice and cool…actually cold at times as I worked into the wee hours. I take a lot of pride when I process a large animal like the moose so it may take me longer than most, trimming so the quality of cuts are a must and so worth it in the end. Although I have access to industrial size meat band saws, I prefer to do most of the work by hand. I debone the entire animal, so sharp knives and a lot of coffee are the requirements when processing a moose. Miss Oohohh and the farm kitty’s don’t mind the bones and trimmings either, once deboned they get to enjoy almost as much as we do, not much goes to waste around our place. The three machines I utilize are a must; they are all industrial size and

quality. We have a burger grinder, which seems to see the most use; there is a lot of burger in a moose size critter. I do however take the time to cube lean and perfect stew meat before anything goes into the burger collection. My wife’s stew is the perfect food served up with fresh bread or buns; it can’t be beat. Then we have the minute steak processor, I can’t get enough of moose minute steaks, a small palm size steak piece dropped in the processor comes out slightly larger than a slice of bread and perfect. A minute steak is not only tender it only takes a minute to cook and is fast and tasty. Being so tender they can be BBQ-ed and made into a delicious fast sandwich or a main course; also, the process of making the minute steaks seems to enhance the flavour. I will run out of minute steaks before spring regardless of how many we have, my wife prefers the standard small steak pieces, so I save all the tenderloin and finest pieces for her little steaks. I love a great moose roast, so several prime cuts are reserved for roasts. We like to pre-season the roast with a sprinkle of lemon pepper and Montreal steak spice and package seasoned for that locked in flavour.Once all the major cuts are made I take the time to make extra - lean and well-trimmed burger, the grinder will make burger as fast as one can feed it, but even then 100 lbs of quality burger takes some time. Now although I do all the processing;

my wife packages it all, and for that, we have an industrial size Food Saver vacuum sealer. The vacuum seals the food at a premium with no air, and heat seals the packaging, so food stays fresh for years. I spent pretty much every waking minute this past long weekend, but the reward is great, my favourite food for the winter and a good feed of minute steaks and homegrown garden taters for supper. That warm rain on Saturday would have dampened things outdoors but I had the big overhead door open to the fresh air while I worked. Miss Oohohh could come and go as she pleased. She would come and get a snack every once in a while as I trimmed the meat. Standing on concrete floors destroys my back, so I did take time to go for a quad ride and run with the puppy a couple times a day. Miss Oohohh didn’t know I was hard at work, because in between our runs to limber up and her naps, she simply thought I was working hard to get her all those tasty bones, which she chewed on all day in between naps. Tonight the hardest part of the processing needs to be done, which is the final clean - up. However, I never seem to mind the clean-up, in fact, it comes as a relief just knowing the job is done and the deep freeze is full again. The deer are starting their breeding season, and the Bucks are hounding and herding up all the does. Soon deer can be seen at all times of the day standing even in bare fields, or worst crossing the roads

in front of you. Although the warm weather is refreshing, it’s not the best for hunting or dog sledding, no snow makes walking very easy and a morning sunrise more comfortable; but it isn’t ideal. Hunting season will be over for most at the end of November for the regular season, which at times is also a relief, one can finally sleep in on the weekend, and there are always things to get done. Hopefully, there will be just enough snow to finish Miss Oohohh’s dog sled training, I think she will do good with one exception, the “on by” command, as she is one of the snoopiest dogs I have ever seen. She has to check everything out, her nose is always going, and most times if she isn’t snooping she is stealing things if it isn’t nailed down; her favourite being a paper towel and Kleenex. You can have a paper towel or Kleenex in your jacket pocket, and she will run by you and lift that paper right out of your pocket as smooth as a professional pickpocket. Then the wrestle is on, she will chew on the paper making out like she is going to swallow it, so the scenario is us rolling on the ground or floor with my arm in her mouth up to my elbow. I think she gets great pleasure seeing me standing there with drool dripping tissue saying “ewwwww”, because I found if I don’t chase her down she simply rips the paper to shreds for me to pick up and actually doesn’t swallow it at all…

Innisfree Minburn 4H Beef Club Report

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Carmen and Robert Nott’s farm and everyone’s calves weighed up nicely. It will be This month the club had its second exciting to see the finished calves in May. meeting in Minburn on November 2. Our Just a reminder to those with tires and weigh in was held on November 6, at electronics, our club is doing a tire and Submitted

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Pace Of Change

Franklin Wolters Missing You! Forever Franklin If you have a story or adventure you would like to share with our readers, about or with Franklin, please feel free to submit.

Jim Wolters Columnist

We all understand that in the passage of time, change is an inevitable. What I think many now struggle with i s…h ow fa s t t h at change is happening. That feeling of stumbling, never quite getting your center of gravity back over your feet. The ability to think, absorb, and adapt keeps being compressed ever tighter. We don’t find a balance. Technology, environment, social, cultural…the root causes continually bombarding us with

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benign every day irritants and complex issues we hear of in the news daily. That flashing ’12:00’ on a digital clock or a war we can’t solve like Syria. There really are too many examples to pick from. Corporations bank on it for their bottom line…profiting on that state of ‘stable instability’. You never get to learn how to use that new phone properly, or features on latest gizmo, because the new model or upgrade comes down the pipe monthly. If you did actually take the time to learn it, or just by being obstinate not click the ‘ YES to upgrade’ button…you end up behind, incompatible, or susceptible to some virus or hacker. And this for some of us who thought we did ‘get’ technology. Governments struggle with it too because they have historically been slow to change. They can’t keep ahead of the myriad directions the culture is changing, concepts never envisioned in the past laws they enacted.

I’ve often pondered, indirectly, whether my generation realized we were the last ones to go through childhood without computers, internet, 24/7 media or being in a gathering of people where no one looked at a screen. Just like my parents perhaps last experienced life riding a horse for basic transportation, and without radios or television. Did we realize how that rate of change formed how we dealt with future change? Maybe. Can anyone say ‘Generation gap’? I would offer, as an ‘old schooler’, not all the change I’ve been around has been good. Let’s be honest. Do you think if we knew with hindsight about the impact of distracted cellphone use in vehicles that it would have been allowed to happen? Probably not… it was a ‘boil the frog’ scenario on that one. Social media too has turned us to a knee-jerk culture of white noise… the ability to speak far too easily before time allows fully processed thoughts, and

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charges and 8 Provincial (tickets) charges were laid. Files of note: Vermilion members responded to a complaint of a violent and intoxicated male in the Town of Vermil ion. Members were able to locate the male, Trenton Chadwick (30), who was subsequently arrested. Chadwick made threats to several individuals on scene, including police. Chadwick has since been charged with various Crimi-

nal Code offences stemming from this incident, including failing to comply with conditions previously imposed on him. Chadwick was later released before a Justice of the Peace for court in Vermilion. Vermilion members responded to a complaint of a male consuming alcohol in his vehicle. Members were able to locate the vehicle and after an investigation, the male driver was arrested for impaired operation of a motor vehicle.

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subsequently leads to apologies. Ability to concentrate for long periods suffered a permanent hit when I acquired my first smartphone. It only seems to return if you ‘accidentally’ lose it for a while or go out of the service area…not having that chirp tone going off every two minutes constantly disrupting your train of thought. A relief after a while not having it…and yet on others it is an anxiety attack. Growing up without probably the difference. The thing about change is that it is becoming increasingly harder to predict where we will end up. The variables in the equation keep coming faster and more of them to account for. So…at what point do we decide to turn the tap a little to make this something we can control? Do we even want to or have the power to do that? Some ‘Off-the- Grid’ folks and Neo-Luddites would say yes. What would happen if we all did that? Interesting line of thought, if highly unlikely.

Vermilion members responded to a complaint of shots being fired at a rural residence in the County of Vermilion River. Af ter an investigation, it appears a group of unknown individuals attempted an armed home invasion on the residence and the home owner exchanged gun fire with them. After a short confrontation, the suspects fled the scene. This does not appear to be a random act and our investigation continues.

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road or an unusual vehicle in your area, but your neighbours would. Ordinary citizens help reduce crime by keeping a neighbourly watch over their community/area, watching for any unusual and/or criminal activity, and reporting such incidents to the police for any necessary follow-up. Rural Crime Watch members have neither the authority nor the mandate to make arrests, nor to take any action that might jeopardize their own safety or that of the public. Their role is simply to watch over their neighbours, warn their neigbours of potential crime in their area, and report incidents to police. The Rural Crime Watch are the eyes and ears for the police. Their mandate is to deter criminal activity in the rural area by reporting unusual happenings, people and vehicles to the police. Membership to the Rural Crime Watch is open to all interested residents in the rural community. The program is designed to deter rural crime. Many of these incidents can be prevented or suspects apprehended through the cooperative efforts of the community and law enforcement agencies. If you are interested

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in becoming a member of the Rural Crime Watch please visit the County of Vermilion River web page and click on the Residents link. On the Residents page you will find a link to the Rural Crime Watch. Preventing Vehicle Thefts Over the past few months there has been a noticeable increase in the number of vehicle thefts from our communities and rural area in the County of Vermilion River. The thieves’ motives vary, from joyriding, transportation to profit by either selling the vehicle or stripping the parts. Most of these thefts are “crimes of opportunity”. Thieves will usually seek out the easiest opportunity or target with the least threat of detection. They will look for particular makes and models of vehicles; vehicles left unlocked and/or windows left open; valuables left in plain view inside the vehicle or vehicles left running. Certain precautions can be taken in order to avoid becoming a victim of the theft of a vehicle. Do not leave running vehicles unattended. Vehicle owners can use anti-theft devices, such as an electronic immobilizer, a car alarm or steering

wheel club to deter the theft of the vehicle. If you have a garage, park the vehicle in the garage. If you will be parking a vehicle for a prolonged period of time, disconnect the battery and remove the license plate. Thieves often steal license plates to deter police, thus being able to keep stolen vehicles for longer periods of time. If you are the victim of a stolen vehicle, report it to the police immediately. Do not chase a stolen vehicle. This puts the public at great risk and can potentially lead to an unwanted fatality which in turn could lead to criminal charges and civil liability.

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The Vermilion Voice | November 21, 2016

Marinated Salad And Poppy Seed Dressing

Dawn Hames Columnist

A marinated vegetable salad it a delishus way to eat lots of vegetables, which we all know are good for us. It is truly amazing how beneficial all the ingredients of this salad are, and even better, it tastes amazing. This salad can be kept on the fridge for several days, and easily taken to work for lunch. I j u s t wat c h e d a w e e k l o n g f at summit, which included top doctors from Harvard, renowned nutritionists, scientists, researchers, functional medicine practitioners and medical doctors. The recurring theme is “fat is wear it is at”. Gone are the days of low fat, which made people deficient in essential fatty acids. Today the newest research

is Ssaying welcome to lots of healthy fat to build strong cell membranes and promote weight loss. Olive oil is a healthy mono-saturated fat, that helps your body absorb more of the nutrients from the vegetables, so don’t skimp on the oil thinking your salad will be healthier, because science says it won’t be. Broccoli is a nutrient powerhouse, with a 1/2 cup providing your daily need for vitamins C and K as well as significant amounts of Vitamin A and at least 18 other vitamins and minerals at only 22 calories. The benefits of broccoli include: antioxidant abilities, antiinflammatory properties, and unique cell detoxification abilities. Studies have shown broccoli to decrease cholesterol, inhibit the overgrowth of Helicobacter pylori (bad bacterium) in the stomach and aid in cancer prevention. Cauliflower is also very high in Vita-

min C, which is an important antioxidant for so many processes in our bodies. Cauliflower is full if many other antioxidants, it is anti-inflammatory and aids in both phases of detox in our body. There are many scientific studies which link cauliflower and the cruciferous family of vegetables to cancer prevention. Red peppers are also an excellent source of vitamin C and Carrots top the chart for vitamin A. Both are important anti-oxidants, which work to clean up nasty free radicals in our body. Onions contain quercetin, which is a flavonoid that has shown to lower bad cholesterol, raise good cholesterol and help protect our cardio vascular system. The sulfur compounds in both onions and garlic aid our body in detoxing heavy metals. Marinated Vegetable Salad with Poppy Seed Dressing

3 cups of small broccoli floret pieces 3 cups small cauliflower floret pieces 1 cup small chopped carrot 1 red pepper diced 1/2 cup chopped red onion Poppy Seed Dressing 1/2 cup olive oil 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 1 tablespoon poppy seeds 1/2 teaspoon sea salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 clove of garlic pressed Combine all the chopped vegetable in a bowl. Combine all the dressing ingredients in a glass and stir until blended. The honey helps with this. Add more salt and pepper if desired. Pour on the salad and stir to combine. Variations include adding or substituting cherry tomatoes, sliced zucchini or cucumber.

Council Approve Street Improvement And Water Main Replacement Program

Marie Conboy Reporter

Council for the Town of Vermilion passed two motions accepting engineering proposals from Bar Engineering Ltd on November 15. T h e 2 017 S t r e e t I m p r o v e m e n t Program includes a pavement overlay on Beckie Scott Trail from College Drive to 50 Avenue, and a pavement overlay on 56 Street from 52 Avenue to Park Drive. The engineering proposal includes design work, tender preparation and administration, construction super-

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vision, and geotechnical investigation. Council for the Town of Vermilion agreed to administer a total of $77,750.00 plus GST and a contingency of $3,887.50 to the 2017 Street Improvement Program. Another proposal was also passed by Council at the Council meeting accepting an engineering proposal from Bar Engineering for the 2017 Water Main Replacement Program to abandon the cast iron water main in the alley north of 46 Avenue from 51 Street to 52 Street and install new water service connections for the eight commercial proper-

ties on that block to connect to the existing water main in the north ditch of 47 Avenue. This proposal includes design work, tender preparation and administration, construction supervision, and geotechnical investigation. Council passed the motion to administer a total of $39,200.00 plus GST and a contingency of $1,960.00 to the 2016 Water Main Replacement Program. “We’ve had really good service with Bar Engineering in the past, and they are familiar with our systems. They were also

the best engineering consultants in our area and their pricings were competitive,” said Derek Young, Town of Vermilion Director for Transportation and Utilities. “This year’s 2016 paving projects are now complete. We are close to 80 per cent complete our Water Main Replacement Program. The Town was focused on replacing the Cast iron water mains, which gave us problems in the past. Our infrastructure is in really good shape and when that project is finished I think it is something that the Town can be very proud of,” said Young.

Family Entertainment In Vermilion

Television personalities and three-time JUNO nominated musical entertainers, Bobs and LoLo (Robyn Hardy and Lorraine Pond) came to Vermilion to help celebrate National Children’s Day on November 19. The Early Childhood Coalition hosted the event complete with an educational session, and musical show, and more children’s activities following on November 20. The duo met at a Girl Guides camp at age eight, and have remained close friends ever since. They have been writ-

ing songs for the past 15 years, and accompanying them on guitar was Mario Vaira. Bobs and Lolo prefer personal musical performances as they experienced in their own childhoods, and continue entertaining with underlying encouraging messages. “We work to connect children with the outdoors through music, movement, and make believe,” said Pond. Children were ecstatic, continuing to dance before the stage throughout the From left, Robyn Haryd, Mario Vaira, Lorraine Pond. Photo Angela Mouly performance.

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Is Trump Good For The Alberta Economy?

Marie Conboy Reporter

Alberta’s economy is intricately tied to the U.S., and the next U.S. president will make decisions that have wide-ranging effects on Albertans. Outgoing American President Barack Obama opposed the Keystone XL Pipeline (Phase IV) that would have essentially duplicated the Phase I pipeline between Hardisty, Alberta and Steele City in Nebraska with a shorter route and a larger-diameter pipe. The pipeline would run through Baker, Montana, where American-produced light crude oil from the Williston Basin of Montana and North Dakota would be added to the Keystone’s current pass through of synthetic crude oil (syncrude) and diluted bitumen (dilbit) from the oil sands of Canada. However, after more than six years of review, President Barack Obama announced on November 6, 2015, his administration’s rejection of the fourth phase. New President-elect Donald Trump said that he would “absolutely approve it, 100 percent.” Vermilion Mayor Bruce MacDuff says that he believes Trump will be good for Alberta “if he does what he says he is going to do.” “With respect to more infrastructure spending and the pipeline, we may see some trickle down here. Trump is motivated by business. I think his advisors will help him keep his mouth under control. When America’s economy grows, our economy grows because we supply a lot to America.

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America using Canadian oil would be good for Alberta. If Canada built a pipeline to the east and the west, we would have a pipeline to use for our own oil instead of importing oil from foreign countries with dictators and lack of human rights,” said Mayor MacDuff. $30 billion per year in Canada is spent on importing foreign oil. This oil (700,000 barrels a day) comes in at the Gulf of Saint Lawrence in New Brunswick from Venezuela, the Middle East, and Nigeria. “Trump will take a very different environmental stance than Obama; will he embrace the ‘greening’ of fossil fuels? Trump has promised massive infrastructure spending (roads, bridges, hospitals, etc.) to make America great again. America needs our oil. Despite big production increases, the USA needs the Keystone pipeline,” said Mayor MacDuff. President-Elect Donald J. Trump. Photo supplied America imports 10 million barrels of oil to feed its daily 19.4 million barrels’ consumption according to the International Agency Oil Market Report. “If you don’t have a reasonable plan for energy it won’t work. Nine megawatts basic power is used all day every day in Alberta, this is steady, and if you take coal out of the equation, there is not enough energy power. How are you going to fill that basic gap when the sun doesn’t shine, and the wind doesn’t blow; are we going to buy power from elsewhere? Why would investors build gas plants for power when in 10/15 years the government may say no more natural gas burning,” added Mayor MacDuff. Photo supplied

Ag Students Travel To Kazakhstan With Alberta Delegation

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Caity Anderson can now include international experience on her resumé thanks to a recent trip to Kazakhstan made possible because of her agriculture studies at Lakeland College. “Not many students get the opportunity to go to another country to explore their industry. It was an amazing experience for me,” says Anderson. She and Jordan Stefaniuk, second-year animal science technology students at Lakeland’s Vermilion campus, joined Lakeland instructor Geoff Brown in Kazakhstan this fall. Brown was Lakeland’s representative in an Alberta delegation that was in the former Soviet Republic from Oct. 20-30. The group included people from the provincial government and cattle breed associations, as well as livestock exporters. “Kazakhstan wants to develop its beef industry. They’re sitting on the doorstep of India and China so they see lots of opportunities to export beef and other agricultural commodities to these huge markets,” says Brown. With a climate and landscape similar to Alberta’s, the Kazakhstan government turned to the Alberta and Canadian governments a few years ago for assistance in developing their industry. It’s the third time since 2013 that Lakeland has been part of a delegation that travelled to Kazakhstan; the first time also included federal representation. While other members of the delegation focus on topics such as exporting cattle genetics and creating import protocols, Lakeland’s role is to provide leadership on developing agriculture curriculum and possibly a farm school with various partners in the industry. “They have a very strong university system but what they’re looking for is practical agriculture training, which is something Lakeland College has excelled at for more than 100 years,” says Brown. Recognizing what a great learning

experience the trip to Kazakhstan would be for Lakeland students, two spots were offered to second-year animal science students in the beef stream. To apply, students had to write an essay on what the experience would provide to them personally and professionally, and explain what they would bring back to Lakeland. “We had a lot of applications and from those, Caity and Jordan were selected,” says Brown, noting the students have a responsibility to share information about their experience with other students and faculty. During meetings in Kazakhstan, the students provided their insight on being a Lakeland student and the benefits of the learning model provided through Lakeland’s Student-Managed Farm (SMF) – Powered by New Holland. The Alberta delegation visited two ranches including Dinara Ranch which has a 4,000 head feedlot, and 3,800 Herefords. “They called it a ranch but they were involved in everything. They also had grain, oilseeds, rice, vegetables, dairy and sheep,” says Anderson. The massive ranch was the exception, not the rule, as most people have backyard farms with about 10 cows. The students also learned that there are few systems in place in Kazakhstan to support cattle production. For example, there are no auction marts. As for training opportunities for the people of Kazakhstan, during meetings with various universities and private sector producer groups, Brown discovered many areas of potential partnership. Opportunities include collaboration on international research projects, sourcing Canadian experts for producer conferences and developing young Kazak consultants for the expanding agriculture industry. Next steps include putting together short courses to be offered either in Kazakhstan or at Lakeland College to “train the trainers” who will be the experts of tomorrow for Kazak farmers. “It might make more sense to bring

From left, Lakeland College Instructor Geoff Brown, and students Caity Anderson and Jordan Stefaniuk in Kazakhstan this fall, as part of an effort to develop the countries beef industry. Photo submitted

Kazaks to Lakeland College for training,” says Brown. “That way we could provide a short course with several Canadian instructors who are teaching in their area of specialty and provide farm tours of local ranches so they can see how cattle are raised in the Canadian system.” The students were impressed with the hospitality of the Kazaks. They quickly learned that they had to leave food on their plate or it would be filled with another serving. “Everyone was so nice and they were eager to learn. It was an awesome experience,” says Anderson. Highlights of the trip for the students included: · a tour of a university and the opportunity to meet with students · attending the first-ever cattle show at the KazAgro 2016 Farm Show · touring the countr y’s former capital Almaty and current capital Astana · going to the opera · visiting a marketplace

Anderson and Stefaniuk returned to Canada with industry contacts, incredible stories and a new appreciation for their educational experience at Lakeland. “We now realize that some people are getting by with so little knowledge. What we’re learning here at Lakeland is absolutely invaluable. It makes us appreciate our education that much more,” says Stefaniuk.

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The Vermilion Voice | November 21, 2016

November is PROSTATE CANCER Awareness Month

Put Away Your Razor: It’s

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For the entire month of November, the Movember campaign celebrates the moustache. Once again this year, thousands of Canadian men will follow in the footsteps of other men around the world as they grow a moustache in order to raise public awareness about men’s health.

Prostate Cancer, Know The Facts Prostate cancer is the most common cancer to affect Canadian men. One in eight men will be diagnosed with the disease in their lifetime. Prostate cancer is a disease where some prostate cells have lost normal control of growth and division. They no longer function as healthy cells. A cancerous prostate cell has the following features: - Uncontrolled growth - Abnormal structure - The ability to move to other parts of the body (invasiveness). It is important to note that not all clusters of cells growing in a mass are cancerous, and that a prostate with an irregular shape is not necessarily cancerous either. It is advisable to ask your doctor what it may be. Prostate cancer can be slow-growing and some men who develop prostate cancer may live many years without ever having the cancer detected. It is important to get screened regularly so that if you do develop prostate cancer, the appropriate action can be taken. A significant proportion of prostate cancers, if untreated, may have serious conse-

quences. While any man can develop prostate cancer, you may be at a high risk if you are… Over 50: Age is the strongest risk factor for prostate cancer. Your risk increases starting at age 50, and most cases are diagnosed in men over age 65. Prostate Cancer Canada recommends that men in their 40s get a PSA test to establish their baseline. If you think you are at increased risk, talk to your doctor before age 40. Have a family histor y of prostate cancer: Your risk is higher if a firstdegree relative (father or brother) has had prostate cancer. Your risk increases with each additional first-degree relative who has the disease. African or Caribbean: Prostate cancer is more common among men in these ethnic groups. (Men of Asian descent have lower risk.) Overweight: Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight reduces your risk. Regular exercise and a nutritious diet are important to overall well-being. Do not have a healthy diet: Men who eat a low-fibre, high-fat diet are more likely to develop prostate cancer. Saturated fats may increase testoster-

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What is the Digital Rectal Exam (DRE)? In a digital rectal exam (DRE), your doctor will feel the size and shape of the prostate by inserting a gloved and lubri cated finger into the rectum. The area where most prostate cancers are found can be felt during this test. What does a healthy prostate feel like? A healthy prostate feels: - soft, - rubbery, - smooth, - symmetrical, - regular and even. Any lumps, hard, woody or irregular areas of the prostate may indicate the presence of cancer or some sort of abnormality with the prostate and will require further testing. It is important to remember that no test is perfect. Combining the PSA blood test with a DRE provides your doctor with more information and helps to increase the accuracy of these early detection methods. We know men do not like this exam but it’s better to be a little uncomfortable for a few seconds than the alternative. Don’t be ashamed get it checked! (source: Prostate Cancer Canada)

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National Leader To Visit Mannville Elks

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Mr. Denis Ellingboe, Grande Prairie, Alber ta, the National Leader of the Elks of Canada will be visiting Mannville Royal Purple Elks Lodge No. 205 on November 28, on their regular meeting night. The Elks of Canada are a fraternal organization founded in Canada in the year 1912, and have a total membership approaching 15,000 members. The organization is dedicated to working for the good and welfare of the community with priorities for the needs of children, senior citizens, and many others in need. They have p r ov i d e d p l ayg r o u n d s , c h i l d r e n ’s camps, senior citizen housing, and special equipment for hospitals and

regional health units. Special concern has been placed on the need for the early identification and rehabilitation of hearing impaired children. Funding is provided by their National Charity the Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children. Money from this fund is also made available to provide assistance for the good and welfare of other children when finances are not available from other sources. Since its inception, the Elks and Royal Purple Fund for Children has contributed over 15 million dollars throughout Canada in public awareness and special projects to bring about the early identification of the hearing impaired. For more information, you can call National Leader of Elks Canada, Denis Ellingboe. Photo supplied Helen Bohaichuk at 780-763-3682.

Blue Shirt World Day Of Bullying Prevention

The students and teachers of VES wore blue to school for Blue Shirt Day on November 16. Anti-Bullying Day is a day when people wear a pink, blue or purple shirt to symbolize a stand against bullying, an idea that originated in Canada. Bullying Awareness Week is an opportunity for people at the grassroots level in communities around the world to get involved in this issue, not by waiting for ‘Someone else’ to do something, but rather to work together on preventing bullying in communities through education and awareness.

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1001 Ways To Reinvent The Cooking As A Family Over Advent Calendar The Holidays: How Can The Children Help?

Advent calendars are great, they allow children for whom the concept of time is still abstract to keep track of the days left before Christmas. This year, instead of the usual chocolate countdown, why not switch things up a with one of these creative alternatives? - Family fun- Fill each calendar square with a voucher that the kids can trade in for a fun activity, such as going to the movies, building a snowman or baking cookies. - Christmas stories and carols- Write the name of a different Christmas story to read- or make up - with your children each day. You could also include a new Christmas carols you’d like to learn and sing. -Good deeds- Swap out candies for a daily good deed for the kids to do for family members or neighbours. You could include doing the dishes with Mom or help-

ing a sibling put away his toys, for example. - Discoveries- Teach your children a new word each day; ideally something having to do with the holidays. You could also teach them about a different tradition that people celebrate around Christmastime in another part of the world. You’ll probably learn a few things yourself! - Recipes- Whip up a dish a day with the children. Choose different desserts, or even 24 delicious cookie recipes. One thing is certain you won’t run out of holiday desserts! -Envelopes, numbered socks that you can decorate and hang like a garland, a Christmas village made of different- sized boxes, empty toilet paper rolls arranged in the shape of a Christmas tree- there are a thousand and one ways to create a unique Advent calendar with your children. Have fun!

Why not let the children help you tackle your holiday to-do’s by delegating some tasks around the kitchen? Here are some tips to keep things fun and chaos-free. Ask for your children’s input as soon as you start planning your holiday meals. Show them a few recipe options and let them choose their favourite, which they’ll then need to help you prepare. Sit down together to list the ingredients you’ll need, and then head to the grocery store to pick everything up. Before you start to cook, ask your children to wash their hands and remind them not to lick their fingers while preparing food. You should also give them an apron to wear. To make sure they understand each step, read the entire recipe with them and explain the different cooking terms used. Child-Friendly Tasks

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Lloydminster Cultural & Science Centre is hosting an evening of entertainment and beautifully decorated trees at the annual Festival of Trees fundraiser

on Monday, November 28. The event is organized by a committee of volunteers in conjunction with many community sponsors and donors. Proceeds from the fundraiser benefit the Richard Larsen Barr Colony Foundation.

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The Holidays Marie Conboy

Vermilion’s New Christmas Craft Market Space

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A new Christmas Craft Show and Sale opened at Main Street Center in Vermilion, in the former Total Image Natural Foods location, on December 19. Christmas was in the air as shoppers mingled and purchased stocking stuffer items including homemade and handcrafted items while talking with the company owners and craft creators. Many businesses displayed their crafts and products under one roof including Usborne Books, Thirty-One, Scentsy, Tupper ware, Stampin’ Up, Steeped Tea, Young Living Oils, Beautycounter

and Epicure, just to name a few. Some items on sale included designer watches, Christmas burlap w r e a t h s , b a by b i b s a n d o n e s i e s , h a n d m a d e w i r ewo r k , ve g a n h a n d bags, vintage decorative barn boards, home decorations, homemade jeweller y, body jeweller y, iPhone cases, bandanas, horsehair keychains, homemade cards, sewing, crochet and much much more. Fine Jeweller y and More owners Rober t Ernst and Anne McMinis d i s p l aye d t h e i r p r o d u c t s w i t h 5 0 percent off all retail prices. “We are selling excellent high-end

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The Holidays Islay Craft Fair

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The Islay Hall was filled with activity on November 5. for the Islay Health Center Auxiliary Society’s 8th annual Christmas Trade Show and Craft Fair. Forty - one tables of crafts and other merchandise were brimming with something for everyone. From candy to necklaces there was a wide variety to choose from. Lots of bags filled with items were seen being carried out the door. In addition there was a chance for everyone to enter and win a raffle prize. Raffle tickets were $1 each and there were three prizes. A lovely handmade wood bench, donated by Rene Moreau, and two baskets filled with Christmas goodies were won by three lucky people. A lunch of soup, sandwiches and pie was available for the vendors and shoppers who had built up their appetites working or shopping.

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SCHOOL NEWS Monica To Submitted

J. R. Robson School honored Remembrance Day--the individuals, families, and generations--by holding an annual ceremony on Tuesday, November 12, in the gymnasium. Mr. Maier’s Grade 10 Social Studies class delivered an impactful slideshow of significant dates, battles, and sacrifices, and will even be submitting their slide show into a contest showing off their digital work. Several guest speakers were personally impressed and touched by our students’ united respect demonstrated

Karen King Submitted

Staff and students at VES were able to participate in Operation Christmas Child again this year and it was a huge success. We packed a total of 76 boxes for boys and girls ages 2 - 14. Our Grade 6 students helped to get all the boxes organized and packed in their shipping boxes so that they could be sent away to their final homes overseas. We want to thank the community for their continued support in running this once again this year. Students were very excited to learn about writing from author-in-residence, Sigmund Brouwer. He worked with Grade 3 and Grade 6 students in providing a unique graphic organizer to assist students with story writing. This proved to be quite successful. Students have also received

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through their formal attire, wearing of poppies, and silence during the presentation. The student body convened in the school’s large gymnasium on Thursday, November 17, to celebrate the accomplishments of the concluding sports seasons and to cheer on those who will be starting up. Cross-country athletes, volleyball players, the football team were recognized for the successes of their most recent season; the senior boys’ and girls’ volleyball team attended Zones last weekend. The junior boys volleyball players played a game versus the senior girls’ volleyball players.

Last week the Learning Commons streamed live a feed with Les Stroud, the “Survivorman” sharing who he is and what his life is like. Students were invited to watch the stream on large screen. He spoke of his experiences as a one-man crew in the wilderness, equipped with a video camera to document his experiences without provisions such as food, shelter, water, or tools. He described his struggles as he overcame “insurmountable obstacles in real survival situations.” Grade 10 students in Career and Life Management finished a half-semester course with Mrs. Hart recently. In this class they were revealed essential infor-

mation about the real-life world: shortand long-term goals, life choices, postsecondary schooling options, leaving the nest, career exploration, everyday finances, investing, and more. Now, into the second half of the semester, they are in Multimedia where they will learn the fundamentals of spatial design and photography. Don’t forget: Nov. 25: PD Day (no school for students), Nov. 28: Parent Advisory Council meeting (7 p.m.) , Nov 28 - 29: graduate photos, Dec. 23: pancake breakfast for students and pajama day, Dec. 24 - Jan. 8: winter holidays.

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access to read many of his books for free. As a large group, he used media and story to teach the students more about Vimy Ridge and Remembrance Day. As part of bullying awareness week, the Friends Committee chose to have Blue Shirt Day on November 16. Oodles of staff and students dressed up to show their support, making VES a sea of blue that day. Are you in need of some VES clothing? You can now order your VES Jaguars spirit wear through the company Entripy. To order your spirit wear, go onto the VES website http://ves.btps.ca and click on the clothing icon or visit http://ves.entripyshops. com On this website you can custom design your clothing, hats, bags, etc. with names, logos and colours. You can order what you want, when you want, as there are no order deadlines. Your order will be shipped directly to you within 7 to 10 business days. Go Jaguars.

The Alberta Government is in the process of reviewing and updating the curriculum, which outlines what students are expected to learn from kindergarten through Grade 12. They are asking for input from all stakeholders. If you would like to learn more about the curriculum changes and be able to provide some feedback, please visit http://www.alberta.ca/ curriculum-survey. aspx

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SCHOOL NEWS Margaret McCormack Submitted

On Tuesday, November 15, Mrs. Clark ’s Health 9 c lass took part in the paper chain challenge. Each small group was given one piece of construction paper, one glue stick, one pair of scissors, & 30 minutes to create the longest paper chain possible. Congratulations to the winning team of Roben, Shyann, Brenna, & Brynn. Great work everyone! The community of St. Jerome’s along with members of Holy Name of Jesus Parish celebrated mass together on Wednesday, November 16. Thank you to

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the grade eleven students for their contribution to the mass and to the grade four class for being the choir led by Mrs. Diane Sanson. Father Roger encouraged the students to remember their loved ones who have passed away during the month of November. Also, he explained the passage read from Revelation of John’s vision of Heaven. St. Jerome’s will be hosting a Scholastic Book Fair on December 7 to 12. This will be a great time to do some Christmas shopping and get some nice gifts for under the tree. The Book Fair will be open to students at lunchtime (12:05-12:32) on December 7, 8, 9 and 12 in the library. Family Night will run Thursday, December

Grade 9 Paper Chain winners - Roben, Shyann, Brenna, & Brynn.

8 from 3:30-7:00 p.m. also in the library. Parents/Students can enter to win $25 to buy books for themselves, and $25 for their teacher. There will be a raffle to win the posters on display. We will have hot chocolate and Christmas cookies to enjoy while you shop, and candy canes for the kids. All students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 received their Report Cards last week. Parent-Teacher interviews will be held on Tuesday, November 22 from 4 – 7 p.m. and Wednesday, November 23 from 5 – 8 p.m. The staff of St. Jerome’s is excited to meet with parents to discuss their child’s progression through the curriculum. The Sr. Boys and Girls Spartan Volley-

ball Teams represented St. Jerome’s at zones this past weekend. The girls played in Cold Lake, while the boys traveled all the way to Fort McMurray for their tournament. S t . J er o m e’s A n n u a l C hr i s t m a s Concert will be held at Lakeland College Alumni Hall on Thursday, December 15 beginning at 7 p.m. The students are practicing excited to share the true meaning of Christmas with this year’s performance. School Reminders: Friday, November 25 – P.D. Day-No School for students, Wednesday, November 3 0 – Grad Pictures and “Mid-Life Crisis Dress-Up Day.

Grade 5 students with weather instruments. Photo submitted

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Susan Obrigewitch Martin, our junior boys’ volleyball team Submitted made it to BTPS finals but lost out in T h e s e a s o n round robin. They had an amazing of volleyball has season! c ome to an end. Senior High Boys volleyball team We are proud of all members, with Coach Kelsie Murray, of our teams. have been dedicated and hardworkT h e J u n i o r H i g h G i r l s w e n t t o ing throughout the season. They had Marwayne for the Highway 16 (North) many opportunities to play in both exhiTournament. The girls lost out and didn’t bition games and tournaments. Though make it on to finals but they had a great they didn’t make it to zones they gave it day and an awesome season, learning their all at districts. Thanks for the great and growing as a team! Thanks go out to season! Mrs Julisse Ambrock for coaching. CTF Design Studies (Art) class which Under the coaching of Mr. Garrett includes students in Grades 5 to 9 will

be going to the Alberta Gallery of Art on November 24. Students will participate in a double session with a focus on art stories. The Grade 2 class was in charge of choosing a ‘teacher challenge’ at the AR Assembly for the month of October. The Grade 2’s decided that they wanted to throw plates of whip cream at their teachers. Each student who completed their goal was given one plate of whip cream to throw at a teacher of their choosing. The kids had lots of fun and many of the teachers had a face full of whip cream! The Grade 2’s finished the Pattern

Unit off in math and have been working on numbers up to 50. They have been working very hard on practicing skip counting by 2’s, 5’s, and 10’s up to 100. The Grade 6 class wrapped up their novel study Tuck Everlasting by watching the movie. Students watched and compared the novel to the movie. They also completed a mini unit on writing persuasive letters, a final assignment of writing to the Mayor of Mannville on a need they see our community could use. Glance Ahead: No School – November 25th; Elementary Report Cards – December 8th.

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C h e r y l Fe l t a n d upwards of thirty athletes in their age cate- outstanding performance as this was the team-mates on or helping to set up/ take Kelly Scully gories, students had tough competition. first time she had attended a Provincial down the numerous events our school Submitted Maren placed 11th, Ashley 3rd, Caleb 6th, Championship. Braden Gourley, Ryley hosted. The JR Robson Clay 1st, Jared 7th, Sam 1st, and Bray 2nd. Miller, and Chelsea Katuski all made The season’s successes weren’t withcross country team has finished another Senior High Athletes had to place in the provincials in their Senior year of high out the assistance of Todd Ree, Darlene phenomenal season. Athletes had to deal top 18th at the Zone competition, whereby school which was a great accomplish- Gourley, Diane Carlson, Lori Wilhelm, with often miserable winter-esque weather athletes can be racing up to 60 athletes, ment for them. Laryssa Speck, Shannon Katuski, Doug but always shone through with lots of heart in order to qualify for the Alberta Cross The coaches Kelly Scully, Lindsey Charlesworth, Amy Ockerman, David and smiles on their faces. Athletes attended Country Provincial Championship which Bates, Cheryl Felt, and Todd Ree would Harasiuk, Peter Harasiuk, Karl Meisner, meets both in our area and around the prov- took place this year in Cochrane, AB. The like to commend students on their hard Charles Lychak, Tannis Frantik, Sean ince. JR Robson athletes travelled to meets following students had awesome place- work throughout the season and being Whelan, Heather Reeve, Elizabeth Irvine, in Wetaskiwin, Wainwright, and Cochrane. ments at zones with the following results: positive ambassadors for J.R. Robson Suzanne Warawa, Kathy and Mike Crowe, This year JR Robson hosted many meets Sydney Crowe 5th, Megan Fedirko 18th, whether they were running, cheering Tina Bodurka and Justin Wolgien. “ at the Vermilion Provincial Park including J or d an B u s h 24t h, the Senior High NEASAA Zones whereby Chelsea Katuski 10th, athletes from all corners of North East Morgan Regier 19th, Alberta came to run our Provincial Park trails Ryley Miller 18th, and to qualify for Alberta Provincials, the Junior Braden Gourley 5th. High Buffalo Trail Public Schools finals, and Thank you to Jarret their annual Autumn Running Challenge E y b e n , w h o w a s Invitational. Thank you to Charles Lychak unable to compete at Alberta Parks and Recreation for the due to an injury, but usage and preparation of the trails for these volunteered to help events. during the Zone event. All athletes had personal bests through- At Provincials, many out the season, and many athletes took students had personal home ribbons and medals for their efforts. bests as it was a very The following students comprised our junior q u i c k b u t p s y c h o high team: Maren Abuzukar, Jared Gourley, logically demanding Clay Bryden, Caleb Ree, Dylan Eremko, course. Sydney Crowe Lindsey Bates, Tod Ree, Ashley Jones, Sydney Crowe, Morgan Regier, Chelsea Katuski, Jarret Eyben, Dylan Sam Ree, Ashley Jones, Bray Crowe, p l ac e d 25t h i n t h e Eremko, Jordan Bush, Bray Crowe, Ryley Miller, Caleb Ree, Braden Gourley, Samuel Ree, Maren Abuzukar, Chase Bowman. Competing in races with Province, which is an Kelly Scully, Cheryl Felt. Photo submitted

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SCHOOL NEWS Brandy Conlin Submitted

Thank you to all the communit y members that made Vermilion Play Development’s Farm to Table fundraiser such a huge success. Families from The preschool program, The Ark (in the college) and Kids Korner Afterschool Care collected orders during the month of October. Those that purchased had the option of buying a package for themselves or buying one to donate to the Vermilion Food Bank. We are so pleased to announce that roughly 600 lbs. of fresh produce (potatoes, onions, carrots, parsnips and cabbage) were donated to the food bank on November 10th, 2016. With more families needing assistance from

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Kids Korner

the food bank every month due to the economic climate of Alberta, it is wonderful to know they will receive fresh produce to feed their families. The Kids Korner Afterschool Care kids enjoyed bringing the donation to the food bank last week and knowing they were helping their community. The children from Kids Korner are doing another food drive currently and plan to make another delivery to the food bank before we close for Christmas break. If you would like to donate non-perishable food items to their drive please drop them of f at Kids Korner Af terschool Care located in JR Robson School. Thank you again to all that purchased from our fundraiser.

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Vermilion Play Development On November 16 & 17, Vermilion Play Development came to visit the Crave Sandwich Shoppe in the Vermilion Lakeland Mall. Toni Teasdale opened her doors to us and organized some exciting activities for all the children. The children were all given their own special apron to decorate with markers. Toni then gave each child a choice of their cookie and then provided icing, yummy sprinkles and toppings to decorate them. The children had such a fun time and enjoyed eating their cookie they decorated. The children thanked Toni for planning a special time for them. Photo submitted

COMING EVENTS CHRISTMAS MARKET

Tuesday November 29th 10 am - 3 pm Tuesday December 6th 10 am - 2 pm Tuesday December 13th 10 am - 2 pm Tuesday December 20th 10 am - 2 pm

Book Launch

Christmas Cantata

Vermilion Farmer’s Market

A Christmas Musical Celebration

Elks Hall - located at 5108- 49th Ave.

Night of the Father’s Love by Pepper Choplin

On November 27 at 2 p.m. & December 4th at 7 p.m.

For more information call

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780-853-4669

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Vermilion Senior’s Centre Submitted

A s p er u s u a l t h e S e n i o r c e nt r e continues to be very active, with floor curling, birthday parties and of course cards taking place, also bingo, etc, etc. Two floor curling teams travelled to Wainwright and participated in the tournament there. None were winners from our centre, but a good time was reported, enjoying the fellowship of the other communities in the area. In absence of the co-ordinator for the birthday parties, Gert Isert did the favour. The Primar y Care Network staf f,

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offer free advice on these Mondays. T h e s e l a d i e s d o a g r e at j o b o f presenting material related to health concerns. P.C. Network comes once a month at this t ime. Ever yone is welcome to come and hear/listen to their topics of discussion Bingo is the new kid on the block and it’s really caught on. New faces appear each month. Apporximately 45 - 50 people come for an afternoon of bingo! Thank you to all that attend this function. We are very proud of the ladies that had the ambition to make this a reality. On October 2nd two teams of floor

curlers travelled to Kitscoty, Mary Klen and her crew came home with some winnings. They tried for 1st and 2nd prize. Way to go folks! Cultural Days say many people come out and celebrate Heritage Days to support the community in all the events taking place. Free cinnamon buns were baked in the outdoor oven. The weather was not too accommodating as it poured rain most of the day! Cribbage Doubles on Oct 13 was a happy and boisterous event. What fellowship we enjoy!! The Pot Luck suppers seem to be getting better all the time. Such deli-

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cious food is being ser ved at these functions. With his magical fingers tinkling the ivory keys, and as an accomplished pianist, Tom Kibblewhite provided peppy tunes for the evening’s entertainment. Thanks Tom. A new upright deep freeze has been purchased for the senior centre. the ladies are now preparing cabbage rolls for the upcoming Ukrainian Xmas eve supper, Tickets are going quickly, please make sure you get yours very soon as only 150 tickets will be sold. It’s hard to believe this year’s end is soon upon us. How time flies.

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Bert Duncan Trailer Sales (2007) Inc.

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Angela Mouly Reporter

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Success For Women In Agri-food

Encouragement spiralled as Lakeland College joined three other locations via video conference examining ways to break barriers in the male dominated Agriculture industry. The Ag Food Council sponsored the days events with attendees in Vermilion taking in a presentation from Corey Keith on financing, and Nicola Irving on the challenges and opportunities of

production. Challenges faced by many of the w o m e n i n c l u d e d c h i l d c a r e, t i m e management, age not being taken seriously, and finding resources. Women were reminded that they are not alone, and were recommended to continue balancing their busy work and home lives by relying on family and community support groups. For many the opportunities and flexibility to raise children on farms far outweigh

From left, Lakeland College Dean of Agricultural Sciences and Speaker Nicola Irving from Farm Fresh Fork at the Success fo Women in Agri-food conference on November 19.

the challenges. They added that it would be beneficial to continue having similar conferences every six months to keep up with the best ways of doing things in the industr y and continue building networks for women. “By following your own passions, an d b eing your b e st self, you are providing powerful moments as role models for your children to notice,” said Lakeland College Dean of Agricultural Sciences, Josie Van Lent.

Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA, Jessica Lit tlewood was one of the women who attended the conference. The Ag Food Council plans to c o nt i n u e p r ov i d i n g i nfo r m at i o n to assist women in agriculture, as well as lobby government to ensure regulations don’t oppose their ability to raise and educate children in agriculture and work environments. For more information you can visit agfoodcouncil.com.

Speaker Nicola Irving and other female guests watch a video conference from other areas discussing the challenges faced by women in agri-food on November 19. Photos Angela Mouly

EST Battalion 19 Recognition Ceremony

(Pictured) Battalion 19 students who completed their Lakeland College training. A recognition ceremony was held at the Vermilion Campus on November 18 and a large number of family and friends were in attendance. The students were at the Emergency Training Center (ETC) since February 2016 studying theory and practical training in medical and fire specializations. Photo Marie Conboy

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The Vermilion Voice | November 21, 2016

Unforgettable Week At CFR For Lakeland Cowboys

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Two Lakeland College Rodeo Team members had their rodeo dreams come true when they competed in the Canadian Finals Rodeo in Edmonton Nov. 9-13. Kolby Wanchuk won the novice saddle bronc event and Danny Vandenameele placed second in novice bareback. “It was an unreal experience and it was a lot of fun,” says Wanchuk, a heavy oil power engineering (HOPE) student at the Lloydminster campus. Determined to qualify for the CFR, he competed in seven rodeo

associations during the year and qualified in the number one spot. The Sherwood Park product made the most of his opportunity. “I got on some nice horses in Edmonton and things went well. I managed to win three of the rounds and placed second in the other two,” says Wanchuk. He earned $5,200 for his work at the CFR. Competitors in the novice events are considered semi-pros. Vandenameele, an agribusiness student at the Vermilion campus, pocketed $3,200 for winning the second and third

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rounds, and placing second in the fourth round. “It was great to be there with Danny. We’re buddies and our plan was for both of us to bring home a (championship) saddle, but it didn’t quite work out,” says Vandenameele. Although he rode all of his horses, he was disqualified once for slapping his horse and another time for not properly marking his horse out of the chute. Competing in front of thousands of people was new for both of the 20-yearolds. They were supported by family and friends, and got help from other competitors. “All the guys were great. They’ve all been there a first time too so they know what we’re going through,” says Wanchuk. One of the highlights for Wanchuk and Vandenameele was participating in Rodeo Magic before the CFR started. “All competitors met with a child with disabilities and talked to them about rodeo. They got to rope and ride and try other fun activities,” says Vandenameele. “It was a great way to start the week off.” Later in the week contestants visited children at the Stollery Children’s Hospital. The pair was back riding bucking

horses at the Equine Centre during the Rodeo Team’s practice Wednesday. Wanchuk also ropes and competes in tie down roping at the collegiate level, so he practices two additional nights. Balancing rodeo with his HOPE studies isn’t easy. “With rodeo I travel all over the place, so quite often I get home late and I have a test the next day. You’ve got to work hard and sometimes you don’t get much sleep,” he says. But it’s the type of life Wanchuk enjoys. He and Vandenameele both hope to qualify for the Canadian College Finals Rodeo and intend to one day return to the CFR as professionals. Wanchuk and Vandenameele weren’t Lakeland’s only representatives at the CFR. Alumnus Ali Mullen, Class of 2014, was crowned Miss Rodeo Canada. Students Hailey Tonn, Brooke Martine and Nicole Fossheim each received a Bill Kehler Memorial Scholarship during the CFR. Lakeland College has one of the most successful intercollegiate rodeo programs in Canada. To learn more visit lakelandcollege.ca

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From left, Lakeland College students, Danny Vandenameele and Kolby Wanchuk. Photo submitted

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Vermilion Bantam Hockey Tournament Results

The Vermilion Female Bantam Tigers The Vermilion Bantam team, sponsored by Vermilion Insurance Ltd, took second place during their hockey tournament on November 12 and 13 at the Arena and Stadium in Vermilion. Three teams travelled to Vermilion to take part in the tournament; Cold Lake Lakeland Jaguars, the Beaverlodge Blades and Airdrie Lighting. Cathy Allen, organizer of the tournament, said the team is doing well so far this season and that they will travel to compete in Olds in December.

Vermilion Female Bantam Tigers rip down the ice against the Lakeland Jaguars on Saturday, November 12. Photos Marie Conboy

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Horsey Girls First year Animal Health Technology student Alisa Brace, originally from Sundre, Alberta, rounds the arena working on her Ranch Rodeo skills.

Ranch Rodeo Contenders Second year Animal Science student Jacey Crossley pictured with her horse Lady. Lakeland College students honed their skills at the Equine Centre in Vermilion on Friday night, November 18. Photos Marie Conboy

PeeWees Find Their Feet Vermilion Peewee hockey players and beginners took to the ice, some for the first time, at the Vermilion Arena on Friday night, November 18. Dr Joe’s PeeWee team played against visitor team Bonnyville. Photos Marie Conboy

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Sports News Vermilion Rock Hockey On November 18, in Kitscoty, the Vermilion Rock won 9 - 7. Scoring for Vermilion were Stephen Simmons, Logan Sherwood, Brandon Rainey, Reid Roland, Eric Fadden, Travis Klym, and Dylan Yungblut. On November 19, Lucas Dennill scored Vermilion’s only goal as they suffered a 7 - 1 loss against Elk Point.

Randy Simmons takes a shot during the November 19, hockey game.

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Ryan Donald during the November 18, Jr. B. Tigers game. Photos Angela Mouly

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The Vermilion Voice | November 21, 2016

2016 EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION AND RETIREMENT AWARDS CELEBRATION A total of 970 years of service was recognized during the Lakeland College Employee Recognition and Retirement Awards Celebration Nov. 3 at the Lloydminster campus. Congratulations to all of the recipients and thank you for your contributions to Lakeland.

10 years of service Back row: Curtis Gorkoff, Mike Vany, Fiona McLeod, Maurice MacMillan and Dave King. Front row: Crystal Mullen, Dale Pearce, Sandra Hunter and Anita Horpestad. Not pictured are Kevin Gannon, Darrell Hickman, Guy Holbeche, Roxene Lockhart, Jolien Miller, Darcey Shyry and Leonard Wright.

15 years of service Back row: Amanda Stepanick, Larry Bingham, Neil Napora, Larry Tebb, Jim King and Delsa Fluney. Front row: Diane Winter, Marilyn Sommer, Karen Snelgrove and Kyla Graham. Not pictured are Cathy Wolters, Don Currie and Marilyn Isley.

20 and 25 years of service Back row: Chris Senaratne (25 years), Greg Plant (25 years), Dorothy Pidruchney (25 years), and Alan Jones (20 years). Front row: Sue Klym (20 years) and Siobhan Fundytus (20 years). Not pictured are 20 year recipients Gwen Gochee, Vy Gotceitas, and Ann Lockwood and 25 year recipients Dawn McKenzie-Weinhandl and Randy Zaharko.

30 and 35 years of service Back row: 30 years of service recipients Randy Hobbis, Denise Earle and Alan Rogan. Front row: 35 years of service recipients Colette Lefebvre and Debbie Maddex. Not pictured is Pat Minish (35 years).

Retirees Back row: Cliff McAuley, Peter Walsh, Mel Mathison and Larry Bingham. Front row: Dawn McKenzie-Weinhandl and Terri Rowat. Not pictured is Kirk McInroy.