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From left, volunteers Theresa Rebalkin, Johnny Byrne, Kathy Marione, and Jayden Rebalkin were eager to be a part of Vermilion’s Walk of Hope on September 10. Photos Angela Mouly

Angela Mouly Reporter

Approximately 100 people registe r e d fo r t h e 6 t h A n n u a l O va r i a n Cancer Canada Walk of Hope at the Vermilion Provincial Park on September 10.

The walk began in Vermilion to highlight the late Lyla Fee’s courageous battle with the disease.

Participants this year enjoyed the weather along 2.5km, 5km, or 10km walks as well as a barbeque, sparkle tattoos, and acoustic musical entertainment by Kaitlyn Kwasnykia.

“It’s beautiful, and a good cause,” said Caroline McKinnon.

According to Ovarian Cancer Canada, thousands of Canadian women are currently living with ovarian cancer and sur vival rates have

not improved in 50 years. They estimate that this year 2,800 Canadian women will be newly diagnosed with this disease. Ovarian cancer is the fifth most common cancer for women a n d i s t h e m o s t s e r i o u s wo m e n’s cancer.

According to Ovarian Cancer Canada, there is no reliable screening test for Ovarian Cancer. They recommend asking questions and getting second opinions.

“I had participated in the past and wanted to help raise awareness. We would like to thank the volunteers, sponsors, donors, and par ticipants for their support,” said event co-chair Katie Kwasnycia.

For more information you can visit walkofhope.ca or http://www.ovarian- From left, Caroline McKinnon, Karen Golinowski, and Mayor Bruce MacDuff enjoyed the confetti cannon start to the Walk of Hope. canada.org.

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Appreciating local talents, approximately 500 people gathered for The Good Life Institute’s ‘Art In The Park’ event at Vermilion’s Heritage Park on September 9.

A combination of painting competition, classes, artisan vendors, and tasty treats, the event was a source of entertainment for people of all ages.

Inter Pipeline sponsored the lunch which

included hotdogs by Lasting Impressions Catering and cinnamon buns from the community oven. Inter Pipleine Op Tech Corey Gabruk said, “It’s a great thing the community started, and provides an excellent way to interact with the community.”

“The whole event was magnificent. The weather was so nice, and the turnout was terrific,” said Mayor Bruce MacDuff.

Several area artisans showcased their wares including youth Biz Kids,

Wainwright’s Tenille Bohay displayed her cartoon artwork as a vendor at Vermilion’s Art In The Park.

and adults displaying jewellery, clothing, pottery, artwork, house wares, and body products.

In the 2D art competition, Bhavesh Gajjar said that his favourite thing about painting is colours and that it keeps him active.

Several participants some with experience and some without were thrilled to be led by Monica To in the ‘Mimosa Masterpieces’ and ‘Cab Sav and Canvases’

Monica To led painting classes at the Art In The Park event in Vermilion on September 9.

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“It’s something to get our creative juices flowing and it’s so fun!” said Cheri Jeworski.

“We would like to thank our volunteers, vendors, sponsors, and the community for the phenomenal support,” said The Good Life Institute Coordinator Candice Anderson.

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Back To School

ball court completed in the school yard.

We are a very big volleyball school so we are confident that the kids will get a lot of use out of it,” said Chase.

According to Michelle Webb, Vermilion Elementary School Principal, their school was once again very alive with excitement. As children arrived on the school bus, Webb greeted young students with smiles and hugs.

“Now that’s school spirit,” said Webb

to a student who arrived with the letters ‘VES’ shaved into the back of his hair.

“2017 - 2018 is going to be a fabulous year. The students came back excited and energized. We are looking forward to the learning and events that are planned to get underway.

The mantra for VES is “Being the Best You Can Be”, and students and staff are ready to live this to the fullest. Have a great year everyone!” said Webb.

From left, Addison Simmonds and Kaedence Eriksen were excited to ride the bus on their first day back to school at VES on September 5. Photos Angela Mouly

From left, Bently and Madisyn Nesbitt look forward to Grade 2 and Grade 5 respectively.

Hannah Angle was eager for her first day of Kindergarten at VES on September 5.

From left, Delayna Krips, Spartan, Megan Krys, and Clay Corbierre volunteered to hand out juice and snacks while welcoming students back to school at St. Jerome’s on September 5.

From left, Rhyan Selte, Avery Coirbiere, and Taylor Holowaychuk were glad to see their school friends on the first day.

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Students in Vermilion bounced back to school, eager for their first day on September 5.

The community was attentive as yellow buses lined the streets and parents encouraged their children for the upcoming season of learning.

According to Allan Chase, St. Jerome’s School Principal, there was a lot of excite-

ment and enthusiasm on the first day.

“We have five new teachers and 26 new registrations (beyond Kindergarten) so there were a lot of new faces in the school. These included new students from around the province, country and the world, and we are very excited to get the year started!

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Lorna Hamilton Editor

While I am a big supporter of shopping local, I have to say shopping local is beginning to look pretty bleak.

Currently, we still have Craig’s, but once they are gone, I’m not exactly sure where we will have to shop local for clothing items, except the Bargain Shop.

Don’t get me wrong I’m not knocking the Bargain Shop I do shop there quite often,

Oh no!

This was my immediate response when I heard that Craig’s was closing. It will be a great loss to our community and I, personally, will really miss it. Craig’s offered good-quality merchandise, a great selection, reasonable prices and wonderful staff to serve you. You could find anything from cowboy hats to yarn - from suitcases to panty hose. How

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Shopping Local Where?

but let’s face it there isn’t a lot of selection there when it comes to dressy clothes, especially for men.

At the moment Vermilion has two drug stores, two grocery stores, a jewelry store, two flower shops a furniture store and a selection of clothing items at Elevations, and a couple of used item stores, but other than that shopping locally in Vermilion is limited. The majority of the businesses here are just that businesses; for example Lawyers, hair salons, liquor stores, insurance agencies, electrical, plumbing, dentists, agriculture dealer-

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convenient it was to be able to drive a few blocks to buy a baby gift, clothing for the whole family, boots and shoes, Christmas presents “Would you like that gift wrapped? etc. etc. all under one roof.

If you found an outfit that didn’t quite fit, there was an expert tailor on site; no charge for alterations if the item was purchased in store! If that didn’t work you could buy a pattern, material and

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ships and car dealerships, which is great as we need all of them, but at this point I am speaking more along the lines of clothes shopping.

Craig’s has been a pillar of our community for years and years. Once Craig’s closes it doors many of us, including the Vermilion Voice staff will miss the store and will find ourselves travelling outside of Vermilion to shop until something new comes in its place. Vermilion needs to grow and needs to have stores that represent all demographics, not just the upper scale; many families in our town can not

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thread and make it yourself.

Perhaps the last of its kind, Craig’s offered the opportunity to take items home on approval so you could try them on in privacy and the option to charge your purchase on account until the end of the month - unheard of in this day and age.

Craig’s always supported community groups and teams; causes and events

afford to purchase the high-end clothing.

I guess we will just have to wait and see what comes our way over the next little while, whispers ane blowing in thewinds are blowing suggesting there are things in the works.

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and provided part-time and full-time employment for numerous people over the years. It was the first work place for many high school students after-school and Saturdays.

Yes. I know that I’m showing my age. I know that I’m being somewhat nostalgic.

But I still say, “Oh no!”

Sincerely, Laurie Ganton

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Notice is hereby given that NOMINATION DAY is MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2017, and that the nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below between 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon on Nomination Day.

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the solution. By sharing success stories, those who are still suffering can see that recovery is possible.

Along with 30 other cities across Canada, Lloydminster is rallying on September 30, 2017 to raise awareness and reduce the stigma of addiction in our community.

Lloydminster’s Recovery Day will take place at Lloydminster City Hall on September 30, 2017 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m..

The celebration will include celebratory messages, personal stories of recovery, booths representing Lloydminster’s well-

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If you wish to participate in Recovery Day as a speaker, volunteer, or exhibitor, please visit the Recovery Day YLL Facebook page for more information or contact the Thorpe Recovery Centre at 780.875.8890. Everyone is welcome to this family-friendly event: Where: Lloydminster City Hall Rotary Gazebo, When: Friday, September 30, 2017; 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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September 11, 2017 | The Vermilion Voice 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.

James Wolters Columnist

One thing about fall time is the jump right back into activity on many so fronts… like students back to school, universities, and colleges. It also means a return for some to the hectic pace of harvest season out on the farm, or if you work in an industry of projects building ‘widgets’ of any kind the nibbling around on smaller things for the summer

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On The Road Again

(while everyone uses their vacation days) ends and bigger items in the plan pick back up. For anyone that has been working all summer on a construction site…the pressure to get as much done before the snow flies begins to increase as the days left on the calendar run down to still fit everything in. A few of us may have seen all sides of the above as we progress through our lives as kids and adults.

Lucky us, eh?

I remember a lot of those past early September days as hot, sunny, and dry afternoons, head leaning against the glass looking out the side window on the long slow rides home down dusty gravel roads on the bus after school. The first ones on it and the last ones to get off. It wasn’t such a bad thing after all though… after the daily diet of CFCW streaming from Dad’s ‘Old Red’ half ton truck out in the Coulee building fences all summer, it seemed like

a rather refreshing break getting back to school and listening to the new crop of one hit wonder 80’s tunes for the first time on CHED. Not too much longer after, the roads got longer as being ‘on the road’ to work on the roads took over. That kind of construction gig for a few years, working around crushers and asphalt plants, gave a long look at a lot of different places on the map, some mundane and some a little more interesting. It was a lucky break really even if the job became a boring routine once you had settled into each new place you worked from…it was one way to see Alberta in all its glory that you would not have gotten otherwise. I’m sure a lot of those working out in the oil patch would have a similar story to tell in that respect. I didn’t really know anyone that really travelled all that much when I was younger, other than perhaps my Uncle Herman who seemed to get

around to what I thought were strange and faraway places like Missouri, so getting to travel as part of a job was kind of uncharted territory on two levels. So what is it about being on the road travelling though, at least for a job, that can be both maddening and exhilarating all at the same time? Being away from home and loved ones and missing out on things like playing on a sports team with friends can be on one side…the other getting to do things you never likely would have been able to do if not for the job like visit the Alamo, see an MLB game in a desert city, see the Louisville Slugger bat factory, or get on the biggest army base in the free world. Stuff like that just might happen to you.

Anyway, I’ll have to apologize for a hiatus on stories as work takes me this fall on a sojourn out of good old Alberta for a little while to Boston, MA. Maybe I’ll even find a new Bobby Orr lunch box in my travels.

Small Business Owners To MPs: ‘Stop Hitting Us With New Taxes’

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14,691 petition letters to be sent to MPs today Ottawa, September 5, 2017 – The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) will deliver 14,691 petition letters to MPs, today, from business owners concerned about the increased tax burden being placed on them by Ottawa.

“As the federal Liberals convene at their caucus meeting in Kelowna and Conservative MPs in Winnipeg, independent business owners want their MPs to know that they’re being unfairly targeted. Small business owners have been slammed with increased payroll taxes, higher EI premiums, and new environmental levies – they feel like they’re being hit from all sides,” said Dan Kelly, President of CFIB. “This is deeply troubling because it shows a grow-

ing disconnect between Ottawa and the small business community, the group this government is counting on for job-creation, innovation and economic growth.”

The federal government has also broken its election promise to lower the small business corporate tax rate to 9 per cent and recently announced new proposals that would dramatically alter the way small businesses are taxed in Canada. If implemented, the new tax rules would restrict small business owners from sharing income with family members; hike taxes on some investments; and make it more difficult for business owners to transfer their business to the next generation.

“In my 23 years of working on behalf of small businesses, I have not seen this degree of spontaneous outrage toward any other policy,” added Kelly. “Tax experts are describing these proposals as massive

changes with the potential to affect the majority of the 1.1 million small and mediumsized businesses with paid employees.”

T To fight these latest proposals, CFIB is a proud member of the Coalition for Small Business Tax Fairness, a unified voice of 42 organizations representing hundreds of Two sittings; thousands of businesses from all sectors 5:00 and 6:30 of the economy. Last week, the Coalition sent Finance Minister Bill Morneau a letter asking him to take the proposals off the Adults $15.00 table while offering to work with the governGrade 7-12 $12.00 ment to combat any abuses of small busiECS to grade 6 $6.00 ness tax provisions.

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Energy East, a $15.7 billion project, would carry 1.1 million barrels of crude per day from Alberta and Saskatchewan to refineries and export terminals in Eastern Canada. Three hundred fifty nine suppliers have signed onto the project and it is estimated the project will create 3771 jobs per year in New Brunswick during construction. Last month, the National Energy Board announced indirect upstream and downstream emissions will be considered as a condition for approval of Energy East.

“Throughout the past year, investors have frozen or abandoned Canadian projects and taken all potential jobs with them. Uncertainty has pushed capital to south of the border, with less red tape and lower costs,” said MP Stubbs. “The Liberals’ risky policies are hindering Canadian energy. This is yet another example of how government can literally put oil and gas companies out of business. Minister Carr has commented on this situation, claiming this is a ‘private 3”sector widedecision.’ version But it is actually a direct outcome of Liberal

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TransCanada already faced delays with Energy East, when the Liberals threw out two years of review and required submission of a new application earlier this year. The previous panel was disbanded, and a new panel was appointed after delay, but no progress has been made.

“Canada has the most socially and environmentally responsible oil and gas in the world, and the future of Canadian energy development is dependent on reaching additional export markets.

Energy East would have ensured Canadian energy security and independence while reducing reliance on the US, which is both Canada’s biggest energy customer and competitor, and is ramping up domestic energy production,” said MP Stubbs.

Rob Moore, former MP for Fundy Royal and current Official Opposition Shadow Minister for Atlantic Issues and the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, is concerned about the missed oppor tunities for the entire Atlantic community.

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The County of Minburn No. 27 Ward: One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents of that part of the County lying East of the road running South to North from between Sections 15 and 16, Range 12, Township 50 to between Sections 2 and 3, Range 12, Township 53.

The Provost School Division No. 33 Ward: One (1) Trustee to be elected by residents of the Town and Municipal District of Provost.

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September 11, 2017 | The Vermilion Voice

Susan Moses

J R Robson Classmates Of 1977 40th Reunion

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It was a great weekend of shared memories from students, teachers, secretaries, and bus drivers from J. R. Robson Class of 1977. Hosted at the Vermilion Legion Hall, 71 guests, of which 37 were former students, enjoyed a steak/chicken supper and an evening of class trivia, games and prizes.

Thank you to Jim Hunter who emceed the evening, and a special surprise from, Coreen Belogowka who played the piano and sang the Grad theme song, ‘Do You Know Where You Are Going To.’ and to everyone who helped organize, decorate, bake and clean up, it was greatly appreciated.

A late evening lunch, photos, and memor y books with biographies of the students were enjoyed during the

evening. it, we missed you. making more memories to add to our A Sunday brunch at Nicks Family R e n e w i n g o l d f r i e n d s h i p s a n d next reunion. Hope to see you there.

Restaurant and Golf at the Vermilion Golf Course finished off the weekend.

Thank You to the many businesses who donated prizes which were all in Business in 1977: Integra Tire, Webb’s Machiner y, Agland, Webb’s Ford, CIBC, Ireland Farm Equipment, TD Bank, Long’s Drug Store, Credit Union, Karen’s Classic Cuts, Treasury Branch, Midwest Auto Supply, UFA, Wilter Auto/Bumper to Bumper, Sam’s Cleaners and the Vermilion Standard.

Thank You to everyone who attended the 40th reunion on the September long weekend, we had students who travelled from as far as Wisconsin USA, British Columbia, and all parts of Alberta and those who couldn’t make Photo submitted

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GENERAL MEETING DATE: Jr. B Tigers Hockey Camp From left, Tanner Throndson, Carter Myhovich, and Layne Zack were just a few of the players attending the Vermilion Tigers Jr. B Training camp held on September 8 – 10.

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NOTICE OF NOMINATION DAY Local Authorities Election Act (Section 26) LOCAL JURISDICTION: COUNTY OF VERMILION RIVER, Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is September 18, 2017 and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below between the hours of 9:00 am and 12:00 noon on Nomination Day. All Nomination papers must be accompanied by a deposit of $100.00, payable in cash or certified cheque or money order.

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Angela Mouly Reporter

The Vermilion Voice | September 11, 2017

Dewberry Welcomes Home Chuckwagon Teams

After a successful summer away, Dewberry’s four chuckwagon teams were celebrated at the Communit y Pride’s beef on a bun supper, which was the first event in the new Arena.

On September 9, Kurt Bensmiller, Chance Bensmiller, Vern Nolin, and Dallas Dyck were thrilled to be home and were thankful to have over 200 people attend and show their support.

A subdivision of the Dewberry Agricultural Society, the Community Pride group prepared the meal and all of the fixings. Guests enjoyed visiting, door prizes, a 50/50 draw, a slideshow highlighting the areas outriders and drivers, as well as some old school stories. Congratulations were given

by Lloydminster-Vermilion MLA Richard Starke, County of Vermilion River Reeve Dar yl Wat t, and past Mayor Headley Dennill.

According to Allan Parr, President of the Dewberr y Agricultural Society, construction on the Arena began i n M ar c h of 2 015, a n d t h e f i n i s h ing touches are underway. They are expecting to have the ice in at the end of September, and are looking forward to hosting a Grand Opening on November 24.

“We’re excited to see the ice after being without it last season. We’d like to thank the community for the support, and look forward to seeing everyone at upcoming events. Without an arena or hall, a small community will die because there is nothing

From left, chuckwagon drivers Dallas Dyck, Chance Bensmiller, Kurt Bensmiller, and Vern Nolin. Photos Angela Mouly

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Guests including the drivers were ha p py to se e t he buil d ing c o ming together.

“We’re definitely happy to be home and have a nice welcoming like this.

It shows that the community is behind you the whole time you are on the road. It ’s also nice to see the new arena because it shows us what we have to look forward to this winter,” said Kurt Bensmiller. “ Without hockey or wagons, Dewberr y has nothing. It ’s huge to have this support. As a chuckwagon driver, I think having the community

behind you makes or breaks you,” said Dallas Dyck.

ML A Richard Starke was able to find similarities of his experience as a veterinarian and politician with chuckwagon drivers and said,” It’s a pleasure to share in the celebration with you. It’s great to be back in Dewberry and in this new Arena. Chuckwagons are an integral part of this community, and Dewberry is a very special place.”

“Thank you on behalf of our communities. You represent our areas with not only a lot of talent, but with a lot of class,” said County of Vermilion River Reeve, Daryl Watt.

Past Mayor, Headley Dennill said, “ What a job they’ve done this year!

The new arena is the Cadillac of skating rinks in the area.”

The new Dewberry Arena held its first event on September 9.

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Cathy Wolters

Six-Man Football Arrives In Vermilion Thursday defensive side of the ball in his first two years, is the starting quarterback. He’s confident about the team’s defense, and his outlook is for the offense to gel in the much faster game.

Learning to read plays quickly in the smaller and less crowded field will be one of the season’s challenges says Maier. The field is only 40 yards wide and will be one of many adjustments for players, Brayden Tyner would agree about the defensive adjustment. The second year player said he’d just figured out how to play on the line in the 12-man game. “This is about 10 times more difficult,” he said.

Tyner and fellow lineman David Wilson also remarked on the need for endurance as there is more running for each player on the field. But those qualities didn’t dampen their excitement to play the new to them and quite different format football.

One of the adjustments for Wilson, the team’s place kicker, will be likely less kicking touch down conversions. Kicking a convert

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is much more difficult when the other team can rush everyone. A successful kicked convert is 2 points, while running or passing the ball is a single point.

Another offensive perk is that the centre can also be an eligible receiver, increasing the number of potential pass receivers.

Most of the other rules are the same as nine and 12-man games. So the football fundamentals don’t change.

The Marauders are still accepting players. Coach Maier expects new recruits to turn up after seeing how exciting the game can be.

Alberta’s 6-Man League The 6-man league has more than 20 teams covering the province from north to south and east to west. Like the other Alberta high school league the season culminates in an Alberta Bowl provincial final at Foote Field in Edmonton.

The Marauders will be in the northern division and play Millwoods, Redwater, Breton as well as Jasper and Hinton. Their

first opponent will be Assumption from Cold Lake. Sedgewick, a former Wheatland team, is in the south division.

6-Man History The 6-man game was born in either Nebraska or Texas in the 1930s, both claim to have the first games played in their states.

As with any football in Texas, the 6-man game is revered and shuts down towns for Friday night games.

Its popularity isn’t limited to the US and is growing in Canada. The best-established leagues are in Saskatchewan.

Six-man football is especially celebrated for its high scoring. Some leagues keep track of the highest scoring games of all time with some of scores topping 80 points per team.

Marauders points after: Marauder and Wheatland all-star running back Brayden Chilibeck has joined another alumnus Donovan Yaceyko on the Edmonton Wildcats…Game time is 5 pm Thursday at J.R. Robson field.

September 14, 2017 will mark the start of a different era in Vermilion Marauder football as the team hosts its first Alberta Sixman League game.

New players didn’t replenish a large group of graduating Marauders. Instead of folding the team, the Marauders dropped out of the 12-man Wheatland league and pursued at least an exhibition season playing the 6-man game.

After arranging a practice and controlled scrimmage with Millwoods Christian Academy for Sept 8, the Marauders were asked to fill a spot in the league after another team left.

“The league has been very welcoming,” says Lorne Maier, the Marauders heat coach. This included the tip filled practice and scrimmage in Edmonton last Friday. One of those tips was to expect a lot of on-side punts. It came after Marauder punter Cameron Bartley faked a punt and scrambled for a first down.

Fans should expect those types of nontypical plays in the high scoring and fast game that is 6-man football.

For the Marauders, the taste of the 6-man game was met with enthusiasm, “This is so much fun,” said third-year Marauder Bartley. “Running back is the sickest thing ever.”

“I love it,” was Wyatt Payne’s reaction as he came off the field from practicing punt formations. “Defense is so fun,” added the second year Marauder.

“It’s awesome,” echoed Jonathan Pries as he took a turn on the sidelines after practicing punt returns.

All the Marauders expect to have more touches this year from the combination of a small roster and the game logistics “There’s a lot more opportunity,” said Seth Mansfield, another second year player.

Vince Brosseau, who played on the Jonathan Pries looks downfield as he returns a punt during a scrimmage against the Millwoods Royals in Edmonton. Photo submitted

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The Vermilion Voice | September 11, 2017

FCC Donates To VES Hot Lunch

Angela Mouly Reporter

Farm Credit Canada donated $1,000 to Vermilion Elementary School’s Hot Lunch Program on September 6.

“There is definitely a need for it, and FCC has been supporting the hot lunch program among other initiatives in Vermilion and surrounding communities in the past. We were happy to be able to add a little extra this year,” said Les McLaughlin, FCC Senior Relationship Manager.

Knowing that hunger can directly impact a student’s ability to learn, FCC invested an extra $100,000 in school feeding programs across Canada through their ‘Drive Away Hunger’ program.

The Hot Lunch Program was overjoyed to have received the donation.

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

During the September long weekend, you may have noticed four ladies painting up a storm on the west side of the Vermilion Paint and Home Decor store.

Owner, Doreen McRobert decided that the west wall of her building needed some beautifying after the building next to it was taken down.

“I realized the side of the building looked bad once the other building came down and I knew I had to paint the wall to help preserve my building, so we decided to paint a mural,” said McRobert.

On Saturday, September 2 Doreen McRobert, Darlene Carrier and Pauline Ulliac began painting the mural of trees entitled ‘Can’t See the Forest for the Trees.’

“A few weeks back I had the wall spray painted the base colour. On Saturday we

“We are excited to start a new year of hot lunches and are working on a few new menu items this year. We are excited to be working with Vermilion Play Development again this year and will be incorporating them in the VES Hot Lunch Program.

We are extremely grateful to receive such generous support from FCC and the community,” said VES Hot Lunch President, Shannon Leonard.

To find out more about FCC”s community investments towards alleviating hunger, promoting agricultural safety, providing education about agriculture, and community enhancement, you can visit www.fcc.ca and select ‘In Your Community,’ or search ‘Farm Credit From left, Vermilion FCC’s Senior Relationship Manager, Les McLaughlin presented VES Canada’ on Facebook, or ‘@FCCagricul- Hot Lunch president, Shannon Leonard with a $1,000 cheque on September 6.

Photo Angela Mouly ture’ on Twitter.

The Zooming Painters

started the mural but thought we would only have time get one-third of the wall done. Toland Cochrane of Dundonald Homes loaned us his zoom boom, and we were zooming right along and were able to do the entire wall. Sunday Marilyn McRobert came to help, and by 3 p.m. the mural was finished. I am fortunate to have sisters who are very talented, especially Pauline who was our color consultant and who painted a mockup so we would all have the same vision,” said McRobert.

According to McRobert there may be plans in the works for more beautification of the area between her store and Twisted Sisters.

“Hopefully there is more to come, but we will see,” said McRobert. She feels that its important to give back to the community and she was happy to be able Doreen McRobert, Marilyn McRobert, Pauline Ulliac and Darlene Carrier stand in front of the to make main street look just a little nicer. mural they painted on the west wall of the Vermilion Paint and Home Decor. Photo Lorna Hamilton

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September 11, 2017 | The Vermilion Voice

The Latest Stained Glass Window

Angela Mouly Reporter

The United Church dedicated their most recent addition of stained glass windows made by Art Boggs to celebrate all women in ministry on September 10.

Art Boggs is a past Lakeland College Dean of Trades and Technology, and

an active community member who has enjoyed taking up glass work in his retirement.

A large collection of his work can be viewed at the United Church. According to Joyce Cunningham and Dot Hartwell, Boggs had the window completed within a couple of weeks and was so happy to have

been asked to do it.

“I started making stained glass windows as a hobby. For a time I sold pieces through Allied Arts but became so busy that now I just do it for recreation,” said Boggs.

According to Boggs the process takes time because after selecting the colours you want, you have to cut each piece to

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fit the pattern you are creating. Then each piece has the edge wrapped in foil before they are soldered together.

“Depending on the thickness of the glass, the thicker the foil you use,” said Boggs who purchases his glass from Calgary, Edmonton or Vancouver; most coming originally from China.

The Vermilion First United Church’s most recent stained glass window to promote the work, programs, and division of the women of First United (left), along with three of the other stained glass windows made by Vermilion’s Art Boggs. Photos Angela Mouly

Wheatland Blasting And Painting

Angela Mouly Reporter

Manager, Dana Biller, has been keeping busy for the past year with his new business; Wheatland Blasting and Painting.

Biller had 25 years of experience in fabrication shops and the oilfield before he began getting into painting and sandblasting for customers by request.

“When the oilfield slowed down in the area, I seized the opportunity. Because the need was there, I opted to purchase

bigger equipment to better be able to provide these services to the people.

This broadened the value added to the services I could provide,” said Biller.

Biller went on to explain that instead of clients having to go to separate locations to get repair work, blasting, or painting done that he can offer all of these services and relocate to operate on site throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan.

His company provides portable dry and wet blasting and welding repairs including cutting out and replacing rusted

metal, to gravel trucks and commercial trailers, oilfield equipment and trucks, farm equipment including grain trucks, trailers and grain bins, as well as graffiti removal.

“There’s a certain amount of care that you have to take to repair something properly. Getting my hands in there and figuring things out was always something I was interested in. Taking things back to their original condition can provide interesting challenges but has been very rewarding. It adds to my trade making it

more dynamic and gives me the freedom to work on different projects each time,” said Biller.

Biller was pleased to be able to announce that these services are available in the community.

“I like the Vermilion area. I grew up here, and look forward to interacting more with people in the community,” said Biller who felt like being raised in Vermilion taught him the importance of working together with everyone in order to accomplish what one has set out to do.

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The Vermilion Voice | September 11, 2017

Masterpiece Therapies 1st Anniversary

Angela Mouly Reporter

Clients, friends, and family all gathered to congratulate owner, Janine Lange, on one year of business with Masterpiece Therapies at the Prairie Place building in Vermilion on September 5.

“It has gone very fast but has been a very good year. I’m thankful to my patients and to the town who are really supportive of business owners and events,” said Lange who offered homemade cupcakes and coffee throughout the afternoon.

Lange’s physiotherapy business has grown in the past year, and she has been able to maximize her space with decorating improvements and incorporating new equipment. Her clinic now offers a gel warmer for a more comfortable ultrasound, as well as heat packs, anatomy pictures, and anatomy models.

According to Lange, the 3D models work better than pictures to demonstrate to patients how their joints work, how muscles move, and that if something isn’t

aligned, what symptoms they can feel.

During her first year in business, Lange also acquired her Certificate of Completion for Clinical Mentorship on the Integrated Systems Model. The five-month course required her to travel to White Rock, British Columbia to train with students from the United States, Japan, Finland and the UK. “I always like to keep educating myself and taking courses,” said Lange.

Lange plans to complete a 4-day craniosacral course in September and said that she wants to find out more on what nourishes the spine and be able to offer something unique.

Patients were eager to share how helpful Lange’s services had been to them.

“During my first experience with physiotherapy, she helped me to get movement back in my knee. She was informative and gave me extra exercises to do, as well as stimulate blood flow with the use of Interferential Current. It was pretty Physiotherapist, Janine Lange, displayed her new anatomy models at her one year cool,” said Kirby Whitlock. anniversary of Masterpiece Therapies on September 5. Photo Angela Mouly

Striker Lanes Opened

Angela Mouly Reporter

S tr i ker l a n e s o p e n e d fo r a n ew season of bowling in Vermilion on September 5.

“We are excited to be open for the new season and would like to thank the community for their past support and look forward to seeing you in the future,” said owner, Kim Abrams.

On September 5, the fir st event hosted was the Ladies Mixed Cash League which will continue regularly on Tuesdays.

Stephania Jacula attended and has been a participant there since the bowl-

ing alley opened in 1960 - 61. When asked what she loves about bowling, Jacula said, “It provides good exercise and socializing with the ladies.”

M o n d ay s a n d We d n e s d ay s w i l l offer Mixed bowling, Youth bowling is on Tuesdays and Saturdays, and a Club 55+ will begin on Mondays and Fridays.

Striker Lanes also hosts special event bookings for birthday parties, anniversaries, stag or stagette parties, college events, and school field trips.

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From left, long time bowler Stephania Jacula, and owner Kim Abrams. Photo Angela Mouly

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Local Jurisdiction: Town of Vermilion, Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is Monday, September 18, 2017, and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below between the hours of 10:00 am and 12:00 noon on Nomination Day for: Office: Mayor One (1) Councillors Six (6) Location of Local Jurisdiction Office: Town of Vermilion Town Hall 5021 - 49 Avenue Vermilion, AB Dated at the Town of Vermilion in the Province of Alberta, this 29th day of August, A.D. 2017.

Denise MacDonald, Returning Officer NOTE: Nomination papers are available at the Town of Vermilion Town Hall and online at vermilion.ca.

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Angela Mouly Reporter

Families were full of excitement at the Town of Vermilion’s Fall Organizational and Awareness Day at Lakeland Mall on September 10.

Groups including Mannville-Vermilion Highland Dance, Dance Impressions by Ryan, Samotsvit Ukrainian Dance, Kuk Sool Won, Raptor Taekwondo, VermilionLloydminster District 4-H, Lakeland Robotics Club, Vermilion Curling Club, Walking Through Grief Society, Vermilion Girl Guides, Vermilion Skating Club, Hearts and Hands, Vermilion Public Library, Heartworks Studio, Vermilion Music

Dance Impressions by Ryan’s Ryan Wilson was thrilled to register students at Lakeland Mall on September 9.

Studio, Vermilion Pond Hockey, K.I.D.S. Making A Difference Club, Kings Kids, and SHAPE Studio were bustling as participants signed up to start a new year of activities.

Ryan Wilson, Vermilion Dance Impressions Owner and Instructor, said that they are in their 17th year and are really looking forward to continuing being a strong part of the community and providing a high level of dance education in the area.

“I’ve had the privilege of teaching children since they were two-years-old, giving them a solid background, and some are now dancing professionally and teaching elsewhere. I think it’s great to have something

local that can offer students national level qualifications,” said Wilson who is regularly called out to share her knowledge of the dance world by teaching workshops and adjudicating festivals throughout Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Lakeland Robotics is excited to be offering a new non-competitive program this year to Grade 4 – 8 students as they have acquired a new VEX IQ piece of equipment. Samotsvit Ukrainian Dance is thrilled to welcome two new instructors this year, while the Vermilion Skating Club is happy to now offer Power Skating.

Vermilion Music Studio’s Marty Lowrie said, “I’m looking forward to getting to know

some new students this year.”

Kuk Sool Won’s Emma Freeman said, “‘We are excited to enter our 5th year teaching Kuk Sool Won in Vermilion, and can’t wait to meet new our new students and welcome back our old students, and to see all our students grow and develop. We love this town and are very thankful for all the support and ecouragement we have received’.

Greg Haslehusrt from Raptor Taekwondo said, “Raptor Taekwondo is a family martial art for all ages starting at 4 years old.

Improve your fitness and concentration while practicing self-defense. I’m looking forward to another successful season.

From left, Shape Studio’s Owner/Raynor Massage Therapist Robin Nordling, Daneca Goldsmith, Owner/Artistic Director Leigha Wald, Kirtin Strang, and Vocal Teacher Dana Morgan. Photos Angela Mouly

Not sure where you fit in at SHAPE STUDIO? We’ve got you covered, from Pre-School Sessions to Recreational Classes to Competetive Classes.

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DID YOU KNOW? OUR STUDIO IS QUALIFIED TO TEACH EXAMS THROUGH THE AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE CURRICULUM AS WELL AS ACRO THOUGH THE ACROBATIC ARTS CURRICULUM. COME DANCE AT SHAPE WHERE YOUR TRAINING PREPARES YOU FOR A LIFE LONG LOVE FOR THE ARTS THROUGH DANCE. WHERE YOUR LEVEL OF TRAINING IS A CHOICE FOR WHAT BEST SUITS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY’S LIFESTYLE! MISS LEIGHA HAS 20 YEARS OF TEACHING EXPERIENCE, 10 YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL DANCE EXPERIENCE AND OBTAINED HER BACHELOR OF FINE ARTS THROUGH DANCE FROM SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY. SHE HAS PERFORMED AND THAUGHT ACROSS CANADA INCLUDING ARTS UMBRELLA IN VANCOUVER AND PERFORMED IN CITIES INCLUDING EDMONTON, TORONTO, VANCOUVER AND SEATTLE.

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SESSIONALS Precompetitive: age 6+ Preschool Creative Competitive A: age 7+ (dance, Snack and craft) Competitive B Junior and Teen Junior Company Beginner Ballet/Tap Company Beginner Jazz All train in weekly technique classes of ballet, Mini Hop pointe, jazz, tap, contemporary, stretch and Preschool Acro strength, lyrical and compete in 2-4 competitions in the season depending on level. Each level gets to work with Miss Leigha as well as exciting RECREATIONAL CLASSES choreographers from across the country.

Kids Hop 1 and 2 Add on classes include: Primary Acro COMPETITIVE HIP HOP Level 1 Acro COMPETITIVE ACRO Jazz 2/3 COMPANY ACRO Ballet 2/3 We welcome our new teachers, Daneca

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Hello, welcome, and welcome back, all Marauders! At J. R. Robson School, the 2017-2018 journey has set sail.

Aboard the Marauder crew includes new and returning students, the staff team, parents, and the local community.

We have two new members to the teaching team this year. Ashley Sinclair brings several years of teaching experi-

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ence to junior high English Language Arts. Miss Tegan Zelenka is a new addition but students will recognize her as a practicum student and substitute teacher from last year; she’ll be bringing her knowledge of French and Multimedia to the ship. Mrs. Jill Innes, a familiar friendly face, has returned to her mast as the Special Education coordinator.

Mrs. Kaye, now a new mom, is back to teach junior high Social Studies.

The fir st week for students was

THE VERMILION RIVER REGIONAL WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES COMMISSION The Vermilion River Regional Waste Management Services Commission is now accepting tenders for the operation of the Vermilion Regional Waste Transfer Station located at SW 5-51-6-W4th.

The closing date for submissions is September 29, 2017, at 10:00 A.M. All bids submitted must be sealed and can be dropped off in a sealed envelope at the office located at the Vermilion Transfer Site (SW 5-51-6 W4M), or mailed to the Vermilion River Regional Waste Services Commission at Box 3125, Vermilion, AB. T9X 2B1. The tender opening is scheduled for 6:00 P.M. on Thursday, October 5, 2017, at the Vermilion Transfer Site. All applicants that have submitted a tender may attend that meeting. The Board reserves the right to choose the most acceptable bid at that time, and that may or may not be the lowest bidder. The contract is to run from January 1, 2018, to December 31, 2022, inclusive.

abuzz with new lockers, new classmates, new classes, and new teachers. An opening assembly on first day set the bar high and invited students to be academically and athletically active.

J. R. also hosted its Pirate Crew Election to choose student leaders of four house teams; leaders would determine and organize the year’s events like dances, contests, festive activities.

School pictures and class schedules were also ironed out.

Not yet finished the first week of school, students have already been invited to represent Marauder athletes in volleyball, golf, football, and cross country running, with all four sports starting tryouts and drills already. The big annual senior high tournament Megavolley was hosted on September 8 and 9. The other teams have already begun practice, conditioning, and team building.

Speaking of team work, J. R. is always in search of community volunteers who enjoy working with kids, know a thing or two about sports, or can offer their time to special events.

If you’re interested in lending a hand, please let us know! We’d love to have you aboard.

The week prior to students’ return, teachers were in a whirlwind of course planning and classroom preparation.

We also collaborated with Tom Hierck, an educator of 35 years, motivational speaker, and author of “Seven Keys to Positive Learning”. His ideas helped

formulate and finalize our school’s mantra. The encompassing statement, “Marauders: Explore Create Achieve”.

Enterprise and Innovation 8 Class from the previous school year would like to thank Tannis Henderson for donating prizes to first, second and third place teams. Her funds graciously went to suppor t the winning teams’ charities of choice: First Place was earned by Owen Aitkin, Zayne Johnson, Davynn Convey, Cody KochanErdman, Branden Chahley for selli n g Ko m p o t J u i c e; t h ey c h o s e t o d o n ate t o t h e S t o l l e r y C h i l d r e n’s Hospital. Second Place was earned

by Delainey Selte, Adyson Bates, Allecia MacDonald, Shea Dougan, Avery Watkins for selling “ Deelish” Oreo Cheesecake Cupcakes with decision to donate to Kids Sport Canada. Third Place was earned by Avery Atkinson, Yulia Wendland, Rebecca Irvine, Avery Armfelt for their “A.A.R.Y Lip Balm” with the charity choice of Canadian Cancer Society. Mrs. Hart and Miss Ishaq were so impressed with the kids’ motivation and entrepreneurial skills.

Don’t forget: Sep. 8 & 9: Megavolley (Senior Tournament), Sep. 14: Open House (5 to 7 p.m.), Sep. 20: Pirate Crew Retreat, Sep. 21: Presentation by Wade Sorochan, Sep. 26: QSP Magazine Sale Fundraiser kickoff, Sep. 29: Orange Shirt Day, Oct. 11: last day of QSP Magazine Sales Oct. 19: Fall Supper.

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Rusty Bit Horse Show & Gymkhana Date: Sept. 16th & 17th Vermilion Fair Grounds Everyone Welcome!

The Transfer Station’s operating hours are Monday to Saturday from 9:00 A.M. to 4:45 P.M. The Site is closed on all statutory holidays.

The successful Contractor will be required to supply all necessary equipment and personnel as outlined in the tender.

Sept. 16th Horse Show starts at 9:00 am Western & English Sept. 17th Gymkhana & Games

For copies of the tender or for more information, you may contact Shirley Schwartz at the following contact numbers:

High Point Award: Rusty Bit Trophy Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd

Office: (780) 853-5561 Fax: (780) 853-4532 Mailing Address: Box 3125 Vermilion, AB T9X 2B1 Email: vrrwmsc@telus.net

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SCHOOL NEWS Margaret McCormack Submitted

“ Wel c ome Bac k ” and “Welcome to St. Jerome’s” signs and decorations greeted ever yone as they entered St. Jerome’s on the first day back to school. Our 23 student council members had set up juice, granola bar, coffee and hot chocolate stations in the school, which were handed out to families, students and staff as they entered St. Jerome’s. High School students were encouraged to participate in the “Minute To Win It” activities set up at their entrance. The Student Council members also directed students to their classrooms and answered any questions parents or students had. Student Council had put in many hours even before school started to make sure staff, students and parents felt welcomed on the first day of school. They decorated every entrance way, and in many other places throughout the school.

They have also set up a calendar with a variety of activities, dress-up days and other events, which will take place throughout the year.

St. Jerome’s has been full of an incredible amount of excitable energy this first week as staff, students and families were all excited to see each other after an amazing summer. With

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so many new staff members and many new students lots of time was spent getting to know each other. Students were racing around the school as many teachers had “treasure hunts” planned for their students. Lots of “First Day” artwork was completed and students had time to share special summer moments and information about themselves throughout the first couple of d ays. The sc hool looked ama zing thanks to our fantastic custodians, Dorothy and Ernie Decker, who worked incredibly hard this summer to get the school sparkling.

All students at St. Jerome’s were treated to a hot dog and juice during our “Welcome Back BBQ” held at noon on Thursday, September 7. Student Council, and Mrs. and Mrs. MacMillan organized the event making sure each student received their lunch. Thank you to Ron Roth, Ed Mistal and Jack Seewalt, members of the Knight of Columbus for grilling the hotdogs for us.

The Volleyball season started day one of school as all Jr. and Sr. Girls and Boys teams have started practicing and the Sr. teams were off to their first tournaments of the season. The Sr. Girl and JV Girl teams both participated in J.R. Robson’s Mega-Volley, while the Sr. Boy’s Team traveled to Camrose to play in a 36-team tournament.

During the last week of August the

staff of St. Jerome’s were busy getting the school prepared for the 2017-2018 school year. We had a whole staf f professional development day focused on teaching language to all learners.

The staff also attended Mission and Ministry day in Wainwright with staff from the division. David Wells, Catholic Education Speaker, inspired us all to reflect on our “Calling from God” during

this school year and how each day we can inspire students to listen and search for their calling.

Upcoming Dates: Thursday, Sept. 14 – Sock and Sandal Day, September 15 & 16 – Sr. Girls Volleyball Home Tournament, Monday, Sept. 18 – Grade 5 and Grade 2 start swimming, September 20 & 21 – Grade 10 Retreat, Thursday, Sept, 28 – Fall Supper.

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Mannville School News

Susan Obrigewitch we look forward to having you join in with Submitted our school community.

Welcome back to The summer flew by and now it is time another school year. to get back into the swing of things. It was We hope everyone a busy first week but we managed to find a had a fun and relax- small amount of news to get out to everying summer. Welcome to our new students, one.

September 12 is Community Expo and Registration Night at the school. Come and see what is being offered in the community, e.g. 4-H, figure skating, hockey. Our Parent School Council will also be having

a BBQ that evening. For $5 they are offering a burger, drink and dessert. Everyone in the community is welcome to attend.

This year students in Foods 10 with Mrs. Wagner will be cooking for the students of Mannville School as part of one of their modules. Students will be given forms a week before the “FOODS FRIDAY” to order as they will be rotating through Poutine, Taco Salad, and Ukrainian Food. The money raised from these fundraisers will go towards updating some of the equipment used in the Home Ec. room as well as subsidizing the cost of some of the other modules students will be completing.

Mr. Polishuk reports that the school golf tournaments are fast approaching. This

year Rhys Amero will be headed to Wainwright on September 19 to compete in the BTJHAA golf tournament. Our high school team is traveling to the Grand Centre Golf Club on September 18 to compete in the NEASAA Zone Tournament with the opportunity to advance to the ASAA Provincial Tournament in Edmonton. Representing Mannville School this year are Baylee Strowger, Zach Polishuk, Quinn Harder, and Max Amero.

The first PAC meeting of the year will be on Monday, September 18 at 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Another date to mark on your calendar at home is Lifetouch Picture day on September 28.

Mannville School students showcase their art in the Display Cases at BTPS Central Office. Photo submitted

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The County of Vermilion River is seeking a highly motivated, safety-minded person to join our team as a HEAVY DUTY TECHNICIAN. Key qualifications for a successful candidate MUST include being a Journeyman Heavy Duty Technician, a CVIP endorsement for a HD Mechanic and 5 years shop experience as a Heavy Duty Technician. The position is a full time permanent position.

Additional Experience:  Repairing and servicing a variety of heavy duty equipment  Ability to analyze equipment issues and conditions for repair and maintenance of heavy duty equipment  Welding experience is an asset  Familiarity with LOC codes  Ability to work on a team as well as being independently motivated A competitive wage is available. We offer a modern well-equipped shop and equipment. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and drivers abstract. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Applications clearly marked: “CONFIDENTIAL – Heavy Duty Technician” can be submitted to: Attention: Kathy Jeffrey, Human Resources Manager County of Vermilion River 4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 Email: kjeffrey@county24.com Fax: 780.846.2716

In east central Alberta at the Alberta-Saskatchewan border you will find the County of Vermilion River, which is home to 8,112 residents, 7 hamlets, 4 villages and 1 town. The many features, amenities and opportunities in our municipality make it “A sustainable, vibrant and diversified community with opportunities for all”. Our municipal operations are based out of Kitscoty, AB – in the heart of a prosperous agricultural region and thriving energy industry built on an innovative entrepreneurial spirit.

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Vermilion Lion Pat Calyniuk presenting the winning raffle cheque to Mengei Situ and Jinbui Xie from the White Swan. Photo submitted

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SCHOOL NEWS Karen King

The VES staf f would like to welcome all of our VES families. We are so excited to be back in school to make and share learning experiences. Teachers were very busy the week before last, preparing for the arrival of students, engaging in important school level conversations about the new school year and collaborating with colleagues across BTPS in the first of three Teacher Effectiveness Support Team days. Now we are extremely happy to have students in our classrooms.

To start the first day of school, every stud ent re c eived a smoothie from the Healthy Schools Healthy Future program. In period three, we had an assembly, starting with the mass singing of O’Canada, our VES song, and the recognition of Treaty 6 territory.

Mrs. Webb went over our mot to of Being the Best We Can Be and talked about our virtues. Our overriding virtue for this school year will once again be that of respect and we will discuss that periodically with our classes. September’s virtue is goal setting.

Please make it one of your goals to join us on September 14 for our muffin morning open house from 7:45-9. This will be a drop-in morning to allow you to see your c hild ’s c lassroom and teacher, and to tour the school. You will also get another chance to be in our school when you come out to the School Council meeting at 7 on September 18.

O u r 2 017-18 s c h o o l s t a f f i s a s follows: Principal Mrs. Webb; Assistant Principal Mrs. Doherty; Kindergar ten Mrs. Heinrich; Grade 1 Mrs. Long and Miss Rozka; Grade 2 Mrs. Throndson and Mrs. Tupper; Grade 3 Mrs. McLaughlin and Mrs. Bast; Grade 4 Mr. Haslehurst, Ms. Birch and Mr. Beecroft; Grade 5 Mr. Harvey and Mrs. Joa; Grade 6 Mrs. Goodwin and Mrs. Myshaniuk; Inclusive Learning Mrs. Tomkins; Music Ms. King; Administrative Assistants Mrs. Baldwin and Mrs. Cameron; Learning Commons Facilit ator Mr s. M ac Millan; Edu c ational Assistants Mrs. Bykowski, Mrs. Fuller, Mrs. Moses, Mrs. Murie, Mrs. Page, Ms. Pentelichuk and Mrs. Seymour, VIBE Wellness Coach Alana PinkoskiBenoit; FCSS Dawn Riley. We are Submitted

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Vermilion Elementary School News

also very fortunate to have Miss West completing her round of student teaching with Mrs. Tupper.

Dates to Remember: Sept. 15 – Muffin Morning Open House; Sept. 26 – School Photos for KB and Grades 1-3; Sept. 27 – School Photos for KA and Grades 4-6; Sept. 29 – Orange Shirt Day; Oct. 3-13 – Perogy Sales; Oct. 4-Nov. 1 – Ar t Exhibit in VES; Oct. 4 – Assembly at 10:45; Oct. 5 and VES Students on the first day of school as the assembly.

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