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Hundreds of people gathered to celebrate the Mannville Agricultural Fair and Parade on August 19.

A pancake breakfast was hosted by the Mannville Historical Society and the parade was organized by MMI FCSS. Children were thrilled to collect c andy and watc h the collec tion of floats pass by.

Throughout the day, visitors enjoyed an antique tractor show, bench fair, petting zoo, country market, as well as face painting and ‘Sprinkles the Clown’.

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2nd Annual Feast On The Farm

Celebrating their agricultural roots and student-led activities, Lakeland College hosted the 2 nd Annual Feast O n T h e Far m at t h e B ar r Far m in Vermilion on August 19.

Approximately 250 communit y members gathered outdoors to enjoy an evening of fine dining and musical entertainment.

“We have an interdependent relat i o n s h i p w i t h t h e c o m m u n i t y, a n d being involved is a big part of what we

do. We would like to thank our sponsors and industry partners,” said Geoff Brown, Lakeland College’s Associate Dean of Agricultural Science.

Brown went on to say that Lakeland College has grown in a lot of different areas including the heavy oil program, human services, university transfers, school of business, interior design, trades, and the fire school.

Lakeland College President, Alice Wainwright-Stewart said that the original owner of the property where the event was held, William Barr, was

a stud ent in their ver y fir st c las s.

Now Lakeland College hosts 8,000 students yearly from 20 countries in 55 programs.

“For celebrating our roots and allowing a dynamic future, thank you. Your generosity directly impacts the opportunities students have. Students realize they get an invaluable experience here. Thanks to community and industr y suppor t, Lakeland College is a training ground for success. Thank you for your belief in Lakeland College and helping us to lead in learning now and

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Agribusiness graduates Cayley Peltzer and Jess Verstappen emceed the event and shared their personal benefits from having been a part of studentled activities at Lakeland College. A live auction provided some friendly community competition for some serious prize packages.

In festive countr y spirit, the ‘Dir t Rich Band’ provided a wildly entertaining close to the evening keep ing guests dancing and laughing the beautiful summer night away.

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From left, Lakeland College graduates Cayley Peltzer, and Jess Verstappen shared their invaluable college experience at Feast on the Farm. Photos Angela Mouly

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Lorna Hamilton Editor

We have all heard the expression “Never take anything for granted” and this past week I learned

that lesson well.

Early Wednesday morning my significant other started feeling ill, and we thought it was just a stomach bug but by 4 a.m. Thursday morning he was being airlifted by STARS to Edmonton.

I’m not going to go into detail regard-

I was shocked, dismayed, and sad when I heard that Craig’s is closing.

Craig’s has been a cornerstone of our downtown since the town began.

I`ve known it all my life, and I guess I thought it would always be there. It

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ing his illness, but I do want to say thank you to Dr. Maulud and the nurses who cared for him at the Vermilion Health Centre; their quick reaction and knowledge saved his life! I especially want to thank my Mom; you are always there when I need you, no matter what time of day it is. I want to thank Sue for all her support; I don’t think there is a boss in this world who would answer a phone call from their employee at 3 a.m. and be at their door as quickly as you were; your support has been amazing!

We live our lives each day never really

thinking about how it could change in a blink of an eye.

If you are usually a healthy person you don’t think you will ever need a service like STARS, but wow can things change qui c k ly. When the STARS me d i c s walked into the room, I can remember saying to my Mom, it’s not much, but I am certainly glad I buy those STARS calendars when they are for sale. I will never take it for granted that they will always be there when we need them, I will forever buy calendars when they are available.

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has been the go to place for me for much of what I need in the way of clothing, shoes and fabrics. So I feel a great loss. I know that I am not alone.

The community as well will feel the loss, as Craig’s has corporately been

a great booster of our town, its service clubs, and its youth groups for over a hundred years. The Craig and Stewart families, and many of their staff over the years have been exemplary citizens of the town. So although I am

Town Council

Angela Mouly Reporter

Va r i o u s t o p i c s w e r e d i s c u s s e d during the August 15, Town Council meeting in Vermilion.

A motion was carried to amend the Brennan Nor th Area Structure Plan and proceed to the public hearing process. According to Councillor, Clint McCullough, the altered roads will allow the same amount of emergency exits and save money.

Dawn Hames Columnist

Right now apples are in season and are ready on our trees on the farm. This is a recipe that I developed some time ago, and it comes to mind as a great way to

Again, council debated the long term cost benefits to approving the plan for the curling rink to receive new furnaces if the Town matches funding dollars from the Community Facility Enhancement Program. Shawn Bell felt payback would be about 10 years in energy efficiency. With two councillors opposed, the motion was carried that if they receive the dollars from the province, they will give the curling rink what is needed.

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use up some of the apples.

It is a salad that goes great with poultry or pork. It is also a quick and easy potluck or brunch dish. My family goes back for seconds of this refreshing and creamy salad. The creamy fruit salad would also be nice served at a tea with healthy muffins and cheese. This recipe serves 6 – 8, and it can be cut in half or doubled with good results.

When I studied nutrition at the University of Alberta several decades ago, oranges were famous for their high content of Vitamin C, today scientists now know that in addition to being an excellent source of vitamin C, oranges are even more amazing with over 170 different phytonutrients, in excess of 60 flavonoids and an abundance of beneficial anti-oxidants. Oranges, apples and bananas all contain beneficial fiber.

Bananas, especially ones that are a little on the green side, contain natural

prebotics that help us absorb nutrients, such as calcium, by producing digestive enzymes. A banana and a dairy product are a good combination to eat together for increased protection from ulcers and increased calcium absorption. Bananas are a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C and potassium. Apples are shown to help regulate blood sugar, to reduce fat in the blood, aid in weight loss and help cleanse the body of toxins. The malic acid in apples has the ability to bind to lead and aluminum toxins, helping to flush them out. The redder the skin of the apple the more disease fighting antioxidants that are present. Apples, oranges and bananas are best eaten raw for the greatest benefit of all the nutrients, making this salad a great way to enjoy a variety of fresh fruits and multitude of nutrients.

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sad, I want to extend a huge thank you to the family and staff at Craig’s for their contributions to our community. I know I am not alone in my good wishes to all concerned.

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town is finalizing a playground in the Brennan subdivision affected by the Orphan Well Association.

There was more reason to celebrate as three proclamations were made during the meeting. Town Council declared September 9, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Awareness Day in Vermilion. September 10, was declared World Suicide Prevention Day, and October 6, was declared World Cerebral Palsy Day.

2 large bananas or 3 small 2 apples 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 cup whipping cream Combine the mayonnaise and the whipping cream for the dressing. Peel, section and chop the oranges. Core and dice the apple with the skin on, unless the skin is very tough. In a bowl stir together the oranges, apples and dressing. Slice the banana and gently stir into the fruit mixture. This can be served right away, or it can be made several hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator.

You can also omit the mayonnaise and whip 3/4 cup of whipping cream with 2 tablespoons of sugar for the dressing.

This variation made it a total dessert, full of antioxidants and beneficial nutrients. If you are intolerant or allergic to dairy, just substitute the whipped cream for cool whip.

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“There are a lot of children in that area, and it was really needed,” said Councillor Caroline McAuley. “ It ’s fantastic, that ’s three playgrounds this year,” said Councillor Clint McCullough.

In 2017 the Pilkieville Playground had new equipment installed, nets are now up at the tennis courts, and the

Hug the ones you love and never let life’s daily grind keep you so busy that you don’t have the time or energy to express how important they are in your life. We often get into routines and think there will always be tomorrow to say I love you, or there will always be tomorrow to do something special to show them how much you care. Never go to bed angry and think tomorrow we can make up. I quickly learned this week that tomorrow is never guaranteed, it can be taken away in an instant and without warning, so never take life for granted.

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Neil B. Stratton Columnist

I apologize for the missed c olumn last week folks, but I took a week’s holiday using the remaining vacation leave I have left before I retire on September 1st, 17 sleeps left as I write this. It was kind of like a prewarm up to the retirement life, got a lot done but was surprised on how fast a week passed by, I also made it out to the cabin to set up tree stands, blinds and trail cameras.

I also realized I need a bigger truck, or an improvised puppy hauler, I only brought half the herd with me, Miss Oohohh and Sir Mukluk which the latter filled most of my extended cab of the truck. Miss Oohohh wasn’t too happy about that, I built a special bed for her back there before the pups were born, now the pup fills up the entire bed, and Miss Oohohh doesn’t have a spot to lay down. She did get the passenger seat all to herself, and a window rolled down half way to stick her nose out, but she couldn’t lay down, which wasn’t bad on the trip there, but I worked them hard, and she was tired on the trip back.

They got to run over 15 miles during the day long adventure, which involved many stops at any water hole for a cool down swim, I also carried a couple

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.

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When my family and I were visiting relatives d own in Calgar y a c ouple weeks ago it was interesting observing the moisture c hange gradually as we drove the 3 hours south. As we left our yard it was mostly overcast and rainy, with perpetual puddles in our tree shaded driveway that have yet to dry out even once since spring. Whereas we arrived on the outskirts east of Calgary to fields

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of gallons of water and water bowls, which they emptied more than once.

They had a great time and enjoyed the running; I was pleasantly surprised with Sir Mukluk, at just over seven months he already towers over Miss Oohohh, and looks like a clumsy clown. But he surprised me with his speed and endurance for a big puppy, he could even outrun Miss Oohohh at times, she was always my best runner, but now she has upcoming youngsters to compete with.

Sir Mukluk is known as a “giant woolly” in the Alaskan malamute circle, simply meaning he is bigger than the norm and has a long woolly coat, I thought he would overheat and we stopped at all the ice cold water holes.

Some of these springs that feed these water holes come straight up out of the ground, so the water is cold. However, it didn’t seem that his long woolly coat didn’t hinder him at all and in fact when damp actually helped him stay cool longer. They did very well stayed with the vehicles and didn’t stray, although they were very energetic they were beat and “napped’ a lot that evening and all the next day.

It was nice to have the week at home…lots of bonding time with the wife and pups…Roxanne, my wife, had the week off also, we went to the city on one of those days but other than that I just puttered around the home. Nine days

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The Queen Esther Chapter of the Order the Eastern Star welcomed top officers to the Mason Star Hall in Vermilion on August 15.

Alberta Worthy Grand Matron Deb Buxton, Alberta Worthy Grand Patron Hal Welke, and Saskatchewan Worthy Grand Matron Colleen Hozack were greeted with coffee and refreshments by local members, as well as distant members who travelled for the occasion.

The international organization has a half millio n mem ber s (men an d women) that volunteer their time in over 20 countries. The Eastern Star’s official charity is ser vice dogs, but they also support Alzheimer’s, caregiver s, and rotate bet ween cystic fibrosis, autism, juvenile diabetes, and asthma. Each of the 29 Alberta chapters (almost 1,800 members) can choose to support other local needs.

The Queen Esther Chapter in Vermilion has donated to the Rotary Club, the Vermilion Health Centre,

likely to overdoing it all at one time, now if I can dig a wheelbarrow full and get them in the cold storage for winter, I will be most happy. It didn’t take long to go through that first pail, we had fresh garden taters for supper, next morning, lunch, supper again and repeat, I love those tater gems, perfect food!

In fact just yesterday we dug part of another hill and the wife made a huge bowl of the best potato salad you can enjoy, sorry to say I didn’t share with pups, perhaps a little pay back for un-authorized digging.

Summer for most is passing quickly, and soon September will be upon us, September is one of my favourite months and a lot of years September is much nicer outdoors than August. If you’re one of those that think summer ends with August, you better get out there and enjoy.

When The Smoke Clears As a youth in school September meant the end of summer’s adventures, as an adult September meant the beginning of many autumn adventures, in my retirement maybe September could just be the transition month between summer and autumn adventures.

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looking like they were just beginning to wilt, a farm yard where the grass on the lawn crunched noisily underfoot.

All depends on where you are when thoughts on Alberta climate cross your mind…a 3 hour trip could change your mind once and then right back again.

Or something to the effect of it changing in 5 minutes. We’ve obviously been more fortunate on the moisture front so it has been a pretty good summer on the growing things front so far up here. Our garden that was such a crash course in planting earlier this spring just to get in is now lush and tall, populating our table with veggies. I must really be determined to enjoy it this year because we planted more beets, I never used to like or eat them, and I actually admitted to liking the first batch that made the table. All I can say is…never say never.

As a kid I can’t say I was always thrilled to get dragged out to pick all the peas, beans, corn and the like.

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and it went by as quick as a weekend…

I think I will handle the retirement just fine; I was busy the entire time yet felt like I didn’t get anything done, got the yard looking great but it all grew back looking the same as when I started.

I Spent a little time in my garden tending to my delectable potatoes, mouthwatering, dreaming of being the first…

Hey wait a minute why does there look like a bald spot in the lush potato plants.

Doh, looks like I won’t be the first to harvest and taste the morsels, one or more of the pups decided they would have that prestige, they got about a quarter of that hill, and the telltale tooth and paw marks told the story. Of course, all the pups looked innocent and had no idea what I was talking about…but were ever so eager to help me dig the rest of the hill for survivors, I was pleasantly surprised to see nice big red potatoes. I managed to save most of the hill, surrendered several damaged ones to the pups, of course who all acted like they never these potato things before, and decided to play…see who can throw this tater thing the highest…

I am going to have a bumper crop again this year, that is if I can keep the mystery diggers out of the garden, it will be one of the first jobs I undertake with my retirement, a job I will take my time at. I have always found digging potatoes back breaking work, but it was most

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We had a pretty big family and a big garden ever y year. The rows never quite seemed to end once you started picking …those hollow echoing thuds of the first few pea pods that bounced ominously at the bottom of your 5 gallon pail making your arms ache before you really even began. Filling the pail was just the beginning…there was always hoping something was worth watching on TV to keep your mind off all the shelling you were soon about to do.

Thankfully tonight…there was a football game on which did the job. A garden was a lot of work then but necessary… many hungry mouths around (sometimes the peas never quite made it to the pail) and a grocery store wasn’t exactly across the street. Somewhere along the line…through all the planting and watering seeds, pulling and hoeing weeds…some dirt got under the fingernails to stay because no one in our household ever seems to mind

doing any of that work now. A full larder each winter sure doesn’t hurt. A part of it too is because there was always an aspect of tagging along learning things and being with our parents… as all of them were avid gardeners but each in different ways. It seems to have been successfully passed on… but perhaps because the scale of our garden doesn’t seem to daunt our kids just yet, warnings of expanding it again to meet the logistics of their growing appetites notwithstanding. The scale of bounty from other external sources this summer might do it though. The garage and kitchen have turned into a warehouse lately for boxes of apples, bags of potatoes, pails of cherries, packs of raspberries and saskatoons.

I can’t take the credit for it getting all here…but I’ve spent more time up in the tops of trees lately than a man born in the Year of the Monkey should care to admit.

the Vermilion Music Festival, Santa’s A n o n y m o u s , t h e Ve r m i l i o n F o o d Bank, and additionally since the Fort McMurray wildfire, the Salvation Army and Fort McMurray Food Bank.

The occasion included a meeting as well as a supper and had members eager to see what ideas were being used for fundraising around the province. “ We h ave a d o p t e d t h e s l o g a n , ‘good people doing good works for good reasons and having fun,’” said Alber ta Wor thy Grand Matron Deb From Left, Worthy Matron Hilda Bell, Alberta Worthy Grand Matron Deb Buxton, and Saskatchewan Worthy Grand Matron Colleen Hozack. Photo Angela Mouly Buxton.

Carried on from the stonemason’s guild from the Middle Ages and the Knights Templar from almost 1,000 years ago, the present day organizaVolleyball Camp tion is much easier to join. Men can The Vermilion Volleyball Club will be hosting a Volleyball Camp at simply ask a current member, and women can find lineage to various J.R. Robson School from August 30 – September 1, from 6 – 9 p.m. relatives (living or deceased).

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Come By The Hills Music Festival

The Come By The Hills 7th Annual music festival returned to the beautiful Mistahiya setting on August 18 and 19. Friday’s lineup included Caleb Hart, Paul Reddick, Aaron Goodvin then was followed by a Bonfire Jam Session.

Caleb Hart grew up in the twin island nation of Trinidad and Tobago but now calls Canada his home. He performed with a wide variety of music including Gospel, Soul, Pop, Rock, Calypso and Raggae.

Paul Red dic k has released four albums, with two nominated for a Juno award. He has gone on to earn a few Maple Blues Award for Songwriter of the Year.

Aaron Goodvin who is from Spirit River, Alberta is a Canadian Country Music Award Nominee. His self-titled

debut album has been at the top of the Canadian Country Music sales charts for months. His performance on August 18 had many up and dancing the night away.

August 19 featured The Awesomehots, The Raven & The Fox for the morning shows and the afternoon followed with Shady Mavis, Nancy Laberge, Ken Stead, The Rooster Davis Group and Sweet Alibi.

The Awesomehots are from Whiskeytown, Alberta and perform with even invented musical instruments.

The Raven & The Fox are considered to be folk pop music with sultry vocals and acoustic riffs.

Shady Mavis band are an acoustic trio made up of Don Gammie, Elaine Somerfield, and John Whittington. They play tunes of folk, country, and bluegrass.

Nancy Laberge is a Calgary-based singer/songwriter with a new album out called ‘When We Were Friends.’

Ken Stead has his first full-length album out ‘Fear Has No Place Here.’

He has played at many folk festivals in Western Canada full of artistic output.

The Rooster Davis Group performed a variety of music with their own influences including blues, funk, jazz, country, and rock. Rooster Davis has toured for seven years in Canada and the U.S. and has opened for big names like Alan Jackson, LeAnn Rimes, Keith Urban.

Sweet Alibi has been touring for several years as a Roots/Pop group.

This band hails from Winnipeg and is made up of Jess Rae, Amber Rose, and Michelle Anderson.

Saturday evening’s performances i n c lu d e d B ar n ey B e nt a ll A n d T h e Legendary Hearts and The Dungarees.

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Aaron Goodvin and his band at the Come By The Hills Music Festival.

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This sweet little kitten is Raspberry. Raspberry is a fun-loving girl who just loves to play. Her favourite game is hide and pounce.

Classes for ages 3 to adult

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Barney Bentall’s performance consisted of all the original Legendary Hearts: Jack Guppy (drums), Colin Nairne (guitar), Cam Bowman (keyboardist), and bassist Barry Muir.

The Dung arees per for med their own style of classic country. The band consisted of a bassist/vocalist James Murdock, guitarist/vocalist Robb Angus, guitarist /vocalist Kiron Jhass, steel player Darrek Anderson and drummer Ben Shillabeer. This band has opened for Blake Sheldon, Reba McEntire, Miranda Lambert and Dwight Yoakam.

They were awarded “Country Artist of the Year” at the 2015 Edmonton Music Awards, and Anderson and Shillabeer received All-Star Band nominations at the Canadian Country Music Awards.

If you missed this year’s 7th Annual Come By the Hills Music Festival make sure you plan to attend in 2018.

She enjoys hiding underneath her blanket and the minute you’re not looking, pounce on you and give you lots of hugs and kisses.

Classes held in 2 locations: Monday evenings at Albert Hall north of Irma starting Sept. 11 Wednesday evenings at J.R. Robson School starting Sept. 13

No Fundraising Two club events held during the season For more information please contact Nicole Polishuk at 780-763-3606 or Jamie McIldoon at 780-581-0910

Her energy and excitement will keep you on your toes and add a little extra spice to your life. Don’t miss out on adding Raspberry to your family. Stop by the SPCA and meet her today.

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COMMUNITY APPRECIATION BBQ

LAKELAND

LAKELAND FUNERAL HOME PARKING LOT AUGUST 30, 2017 FROM 4:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M. Please join us for an evening of music and food to celebrate the participation of our many wonderful community members!

Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Donations will be towards Communities in Bloom

Mobile Blood Donor Clinic

Angela Mouly Reporter

seconds. We need to provide it; there is no replacement for it to ensure our hospitals needs are met,” said Territory Manager, Liz James.

The next blood donor clinic in Vermilion will be held on December 13. Canadian Blood Services recommends booking ahead of time. To register or for more information, you can visit www.blood.ca.

In an effort to help save lives, Canadian Blood Services hosted a mobile blood donor clinic at the Lakeland College Gymnasium in Vermilion on August 16.

Stuart Kunaman, a firefighter student from Saskatoon, volunteered to donate one pint of blood at the August 16 clinic.

Having donated in the past he felt it was a good cause.

“People need blood, and it’s an opportunity to give,” said donor, Kunaman.

According to Canadian Blood Services, they have upped their stops in Vermilion from three previously, to four in 2017.

Previous to August 16, they had received 52 new donors in Vermilion throughout 2017. Their target was to collect 120 units of blood, and they were happy to report receiving 142 units on August 16. “ We can’t say enough about how thankful we are to the blood donors in Vermilion. We really appreciate your support.

I think donating blood is vitally important because every minute of every day, Stuart Kunaman volunteered to donate a patient in Canada will need blood. blood on August 16, in Vermilion.

It’s amazing to think about - every 60 Photo Angela Mouly

2017 Fall camps Athletic Club

Cost/Camp

Midget

CONDITIONING CAMP: Starts Sept. 5th at 7:15 pm TRY-OUT CAMP starts Sept. 11th at 5:30 pm

100 ea.

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For more information call Marc Parent 780-806-8360

Bantam

CONDITIONING CAMP: starts Sept. 5th at 5:30 pm TRY-OUT CAMP starts Sept. 11th at 7:15 pm For more information call Nolan Goodwin 780-806-9519

PeeWee

CONDITIONING CAMP: starts Sept. 8th at 4:30 pm TRY-OUT CAMP starts Sept. 14th at 5:30 pm

Go to the website for m ore informatio registration fo n, rms and a full schedu www.polarkin le gs.com

For more information call Jack McKinlay 403-575-5219 Only 30 skaters/ 6 goalies per division in conditioning camps. First come, first serve.

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Vermilion Golf and Country Club Upcoming Tournaments Men’s Cash Scramble - Sept 9

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Submitted The 2017 Biz Kids program is now coming to a close, and that means that it’s time to celebrate the accomplishments of our 49 participants across 5 communities.

For those who are unfamiliar with the Biz Kids program, it is a youth program that typically targets kids between the ages of 10 and 16. These kids take part in a series of workshops where they learn about entrepreneurship, finance, accounting, marketing, as well as some basic business planning. These youth are then paired with a mentor from within their community to help provide them with guidance throughout their business ownership. The kids then have an opportunity to earn up to $100 in seed capital to start their business. Their eligibility is determined based on elements of financial need, as well as the ability to pitch their need in front of a panel of program representatives. The kids then apply for business licenses, and operate their businesses throughout the summer months of July and August. Check-ins are held twice throughout the span of the summer to evaluate progress and address any ongoing concerns. Many of the 2017 participants

Closing Mixed Scramble - Sept 16 He-man Tournament - Sept 30

Biz Kids

have been very successful in a number of industries and settings, and we are beyond excited to celebrate their accomplishments.

The participants of Lloydminster, Vermilion, as well as Wainwright will all be involved in a wrap-up celebration that is to be hosted in the Vermilion Credit Union parking lot on August 24. To insure the success of the day, Community Futures and our partners would like to invite any and all interested businesses and their teams to join us for a barbecue lunch, as well as an afternoon of networking activities. The schedule of public events will be as follows: 11:00am – 2:00pm: Biz Kids market – all of the kids set up their products and services in booths that are open to the public. The BBQ starting @11am will be selling burgers for $3 and hot dogs for $2, with proceeds going towards next year’s Biz Kids Program.

2:30pm – 4:30pm: Networking Bingo – all interested Biz Kids will be given bingo cards that can only be filled out by networking with business professionals who are interested in participating in the activities.

The kids will take names as well as contact information.

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August 24th Buy a Teen Burger on August 24th

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$1 from every Teen Burger sold will be going to the MS Society Tell your coworkers, Family and friends and consider having a staff Teen Burger Lunch that day!

Vermilion A&W will have a silent auction available for donations. All auction items generously offered by our local businesses. The Lloyd Auto Club will be hosting a Car show at our location! We will also be joined by Mayor, Bruce MacDuff between 5pm and 6pm who will be helping us serve burgers. The Staff at the MS Society of Canada will be accompanying us at 4:30, alongside a live guitar player!

Call Patty at the MS office for more information

780-871-0513

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The Vermilion Voice | August 21, 2017

Aging Population Poses Problem For Alberta Communities

VDHF, Sheri Heller Submitted

According to the Alberta Government, about one in five Albertans will be a senior in the next 15 years. As of March 2011, there were about 410,000 seniors in Alberta but by 2031, when the last of the baby boomers reach 65 years of age, it is projected that there will be more than 923,000 seniors.

It is predicted that within 10 years between the Town and County of Vermilion River, there will be 4,000 individuals in our community who will be 65 years of

age or older. If just 10% of those who live in the county need seniors’ housing, 400 rooms will be required.

The Vermilion & District Housing Foundation (VDHF) is addressing this issue through their modernization project of the Vermilion Valley Lodge. The Vermilion Valley Lodge is critical infrastructure for the community by providing seniors with safe, affordable, and comfortable housing for those who can no longer manage in their own homes.

The project is modernizing 50 lodge rooms so they are larger, have walk-in

showers and other modern-day conveniences such as added and upgraded bathing rooms, a larger commercial kitchen and dining room, and other spaces to increase staff efficiency and comfort. The lodge will have 124 suites in total. The modernized infrastructure is essential for providing seniors housing that follows current standards.

This project is only the first step to address the increasing problem of an aging population. After the completion of the project, VDHF would like to continue to address the issue by expanding and

creating more rooms for the next generation of seniors.

Further information about the project can be found on the VDHF website at http://www.vdhf.ca.

About Vermilion & District Housing Foundation: VDHF has been providing affordable housing to seniors and families from Vermilion and the County of Vermilion River communities for more than 55 years. VDHF is a non-profit charitable organization, registered with the Canadian Revenue Agency.

For more information, contact Sheri Heller at (780) 853-5706.

Chinook Eavestroughing Daniel Thibert Owner 780-581-8656

Is looking for the Following positions...

FULL-TIME LEAD CASHIER & SANDWICH ARTIST

5” Continuos Eaves Siding-Soffits-Fascia Residential-Rural-Farm Roofing Free Estimates

“Work Done With Pride”

10% Off All Work In 2017

"Reds Flashing...No Passing!"

Competitive Wage & Benefits

Fax resume to: Egisto @ 780-853-8421

or email:

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NORTH CENTRAL L IVESTOCK EXCHANGE INC

Do not pass a school bus when it's red lights are flashing. www.nclverm.com PO Box 3300, Vermilion, Alberta T9X 2B2 Phone (780) 853-5372 Fax (780) 853-2521

North Central in Vermilion is currently hiring for the following positions:

FULL - TIME / PART - TIME YARD WORKERS Duties include but not limited to: * unloading / loading trailers * penning / sorting / moving cattle * branding & processing * feeding * general yard maintence duties The successful candidate should have prior experience and knowledge of cattle, able to work long hours outside, and take direction well.

FIELD REPRESENTIVE

This position would entail soliciting cattle from the area, sorting & grading cattle prior to and during the sale.

The successful candidate would be dependable and have an extensive knowledge of the cattle industry.

Competitive wages offered dependent upon experience.

Please foward resumes to vermilion@nclverm.com or 780-853-2521 OWN THE 2017

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Classifieds and Careers

August 21, 2017 | The Vermilion Voice

AWNA BLANKET AND LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS Announcements INTERESTED IN RUNNING for local Municipal Office? Free evening sessions provided in 5 locations.

Register online at albertaleaders.ca or phone 780796-3836.

Auctions COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 10th Annual Red Deer Fall Finale Collector Car Auction. 200 cars.

Westerner Park, Sept 8, 9 & 10. Last year sold over 75 percent. Time to consign, all makes models welcome. 1-888-296-0528 ext 102 or 103. Featuring Daisy Duke and the General Lee from The Dukes of Hazard; Consign@egauctions.com. EGauctions. com.

27 REGISTERED HORSES - Edson, Alberta. Selling at the Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction for Donald Kallusky, September 9. Includes Betkal Colts and Fillies. Horse Viewing September 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. Territory Manager - Alex Ginda: 587-9838757; rbauction.com.

TIMBERLIND AUCTIONS Fall Consignment Auction.

Saturday, September 2, 10 a.m., Buck Creek Sales Yard. Selling: Tractors, machinery, quads, vehicles, shop tools & recreation equipment. Visit: www.timberlindauctions.com for updated listing & pictures.

Autos TRUCKS, CARS, Vans, SUVs, 0 down, no interest $200/month. Easy approvals, free delivery. We buy vehicles/ Rent-To-Own. $2000 cash back. 780-614-

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Business Opportunities HOME HARDWARE BUSINESS for sale in central Alberta. Great community, profitable business, successful small business, ideal for family operation.

Turnkey operation. Call Roger 780-805-5215; roger@blacktigerfuels.com

Equipment For Sale A-STEEL SHIPPING CONTAINERS. 20’, 40’ & 53’ 40’ insulated reefers/freezers. Modifications in offices, windows, doors, walls, as office, living workshop, etc., 40’ flatrack/bridge. 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com.

Employment Opportunities FREIGHTLAND CARRIERS, a tri-axle air ride flatdeck carrier is looking for Owner/Operators to run Alberta only or 4 Western Provinces. Must have own plates, insurance & WCB. 1-800-917-9021. Email: dispatch@freightland.ca.

LOOKING FOR Hoe & Cat Operators & Labourers.

Experience in operating equipment. Competitive wages & benefits. Must have all tickets. Resident of Whitecourt, Alberta an asset. Fax resume 780-7782444.

DOZER & EXCAVATOR OPERATORS needed. Oilfield experience an asset. Room & board paid. H2S, First aid, clean DL. Call 780-723-5051 Edson, AB. SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking. Visit: awna.com/for-jobseekers.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career!

Employers have work-at-home positions available.

Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career

Feed and Seed PINTAIL WINTER WHEAT. Very high yielding. Excellent dual purpose: Forage or Grain. Reduced awn, ideal for swath grazing. Low inputs - High Profits.

Extremely Hardy - Ideal for first time growers; mastinseeds.com. 403-556-2609 or 403-994-2609 (cell).

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.

Fresh Homegrown Chicken

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For Sale METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 37+ colours available at over 55 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254.

SAWMILLS from only $4,397 - Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-5666899 ext: 400OT. Health

CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Attention Alberta residents: Do you suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-511-2250 or http://start.canadabenefit.ca/alberta/ Real Estate 2 - 1600 +/- SQ FT HOMES - Lac La Biche, Alberta.

Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, September 7 in Edmonton. 1 new 2015 built on 1.31 +/title acres. 1 not completed on 1.27 +/- title acres.

Ritchie Bros. Real Estate - Jerry Hodge: 780-7066652; Brokerage: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction. com/realestate.

Recreational Vehicles BLANKET THE PROVINCE with a classified ad. Only $269 (based on 25 words or less). Reach over 110 weekly newspapers. Call NOW for details 1-800-2826903 ext 228; www.awna.com.

Services CRIMINAL RECORD? Why suffer employment/licensing loss? Travel/business opportunities? Be embarrassed? Think: Criminal Pardon. US entry waiver.

Record purge. File destruction. Free consultation 1-800-347-2540; www.accesslegalresearchinc.net.

GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420. www.pioneerwest.com.

VOICE CLASSIFIEDS AND CAREERS Give awaY Do you have give aways? Until further notice The Vermilion Voice will run your ad for FREE. Call 780-8536305 or email vermilionvoice@gmail.com FIVE KITTENS TO GIVE away. Born July 2 and will be ready for their new home in 4 weeks. Can be either farm kittens or family pets. If interested Call 780-8530058

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Clandonald ECS

Vermilion Family Day Home Program is now looking for program providers

“A leader in environmental and energy services”

requires one

Part-time Teacher

Currently seeking a

Facility Administrator

in the Elk Point/Lindbergh area Competitive salary Excellent Benefit Package Growth Opportunity Fantastic Team

3 days per week for the 2017/18 school year.

If you’re great with kids, and are looking for a rewarding career that allows you to work from the comfort of your home, become a provider for the Vermilion Family Day Home Program.

Supervisory & administrative roles in addition to teaching qualifications.

You’ll meet new people in your community, enjoy free educational workshops and earn monthly bonuses, all while providing quality childcare for the children and families of Vermilion and area.

For more information or to apply please visit our website at www.tervita.com/careers or e-mail your resume to careers@tervita.com

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Bachelor of Education degree & current Alberta Teaching Certificate required.

Send applications to clandonaldecs@yahoo.ca

Whether you want to work full time, part time, or on a casual basis, the Vermilion Family Day Home Program is ready to work with you.

Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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25th Annual CPCA Finals

Angela Mouly Reporter

Crowds roared at the races and entertainment at the Lloydminster Exhibition grounds during the 25 th Annual Denham’s Ram Tough CPCA Finals held from August 16 – 20.

Celebrations began August 15, as the Denim and Diamonds Silver Anniversary Gala was held at the Stockade Convention Center. A live and silent auction was held and guests had the opportunity to meet drivers and celebrate great racing memories over a prime rib dinner.

Wagon Week drew crowds of people to the border city for various pancake breakfasts, trick riding competitions, the Midlite Rocky Riders flag carriers, a Spirit Horse Native Princess act for this year’s Crazy Cowgirl Liberty Act,

Angela Mouly

and the Cowboy Mounted Shooters.

Chuckwagons heated up the track throughout the week leading up to the Championship Dash on August 20.

“It was a great night of heart-pounding rac ing,” said Stephanie Nave, Lloydminster Agricultural Exhibition Marketing and Events Manager on opening night.

The August 16 50/50 winner claimed $ 3 ,10 8, an d t h e Au g u s t 17, 5 0/5 0 winner c laimed $ 4,0 4 5. Nig ht t wo hosted family fun, and on night three, a pink mini chuckwagon was auctioned with proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Society.

C ountr y fan s were all in a s t h e Chuckwagon Cabaret on August 19, featured Brett Kissel.

For official times and complete race results, you can visit www.cpcaracing.ca

The Vermilion Voice | August 21, 2017

2016 CPCA Finals. Photo Submitted

Tricks Of The Trade

setting your horse up,” said Hoffman.

He suggested a gentle communicaSharing his tricks of the trade with tion to encourage your horse. Particiyoung horsemen and women, Ron pants whose parents were present Hof fman instructed the Cow Horse were thrilled with the extra knowledge Clinic in Vermilion on August 15.

“There is a long process of teaching muscle memory and coordination to work a horse’s pivot foot and teach them spins. It is an unnatural movement,” said Hoffman.

Carli Erion and Jamie-Lee Spady travelled from Castor to attend the clinic, and learned several tips on horsemanship and manoeuvering their horses differently to achieve better results. Both girls compete in highschool rodeo roping, barrel racing and pole-bending, and are expanding this year by entering reigning cow-horse competitions.

“I learned that stopping straight is very important,” said Carli Erion.

“You can fake a spin, but you can’t fake a stop,” said Hoffman.

Hoffman went on to share knowledge Sixteen-year-old, Carli Erion, came from that he learned later on in his career.

“Never pull equally on both sides Castor to attend the Cow Horse Clinic in of the bit. It’s not just kick and go, it is Vermilion.

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their children were gaining at the clinic.

“It really helps them learn the basics of horsemanship and to achieve better results in their advances. For example, they received advice on how to

lift a shoulder to get around a barrel.

They are learning to build and develop communication with their horse,” said J a m i e - L e e S p a d y ’s m o t h e r, J o d y Spady.

Instructor, Ron Hoffman, at the Cow Horse Clinic in Vermilion on August 15. Photos Angela Mouly

Marauders Football Camp

Angela Mouly Reporter

DO YOU HAVE THE LADYBALLS TO TAKE ACTION?

Settling back into drills, the 2017 Marauders held their first day of Football Camp at J.R. Robson School in Vermilion on August 14.

The two-week camp will focus on getting players conditioned and football ready.

“We want to get the players enjoying football and keep them safe while

learning a contact sport. We are looking forward to having a young team that can do some rebuilding this year, and I think we will have a lot of fun,” said head coach, Lorne Maier.

On September 8, the Marauders will host Westlock for their first game at 5 p.m. For more information and to follow them throughout the season, you can visit www.marauderfootball. ca.

Date/Time: September 10 2017, @10:00 am Location: CN station@ The Provincial Park

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Register today at ovariancanada.org

Facepainting for $2 along with a BBQ lunch for $2.

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Coach Lorne Maier stands in the background while instructing players on how to grab the sled. From left, Jon Pries, Seth Mansfield, Trevor Thor, and Cameron Bartley.

Photo Angela Mouly

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Success At Senior Games

Angela Mouly Reporter

Mannville’s Ed Storch earned four medals at the Calgary 55 Plus 2017 Provincial Championships from August 10 – 11 at the Glenmore Athletic Park.

Storch earned three gold medals for the 100m, 200m, and 800m races, as well as a silver medal for the 4 x 100 relay helping out team Edmonton.

According to Storch, the 55 Plus Senior Games offer a range of mental and physical competition and provide fabulous social gatherings. The Calgary event included baseball, hockey, track, and swimming, while Grand Prairie is set to host events including card playing, horseshoes, and crafts.

“If we qualify for provincials, we have the possibility of being selected to go to Nationals in St. John’s next year,” said Storch who currently holds three provin-

The Vermilion Voice | August 21, 2017

cial records for the 100m and 200m in the over 65 category, as well as for the 100m in the over 70 category.

Storch gets his determination from his mother who competed in javelin winning a silver medal at age 101.

“Both genetics and desire have something to do with it. To avoid becoming decrepit, I train and compete with myself, and the people I meet make it worthwhile,” said Storch.

When not competing, Storch spends his time crafting knives, and is nearing 3,000 in lifetime production. His handiwork can be viewed on Instagram @ storchknives.

For anyone looking to join the Alberta 55 Plus Games, for mental or physical stimulation and socialization regarding your favourite activities, you can visit alberta55plus.ca or contact Ed at 780-763-2214 Ed Storch with his three gold and one silver provincial 55 Plus medals. Photo Sue Chikie as he is also an area director.

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