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Youth Samotsvit dancers twirled on stage at Malanka 2018. Photos Angela Mouly

Angela Mouly Reporter

Celebrating Ukrainian New Year’s, Malanka was held at the Vermilion Regional Centre on January 13.

A lavish Ukrainian meal, a selection of festive Ukrainian dances, and a live and silent auction were held at the event.

“We were so excited to see everyone perform,” said instructor, Elizabeth Zee. According to Jason Stelmaschuk, Ukrainian Cultural Association presi-

dent, the Samotsvit dancers shared s o m e n e w i d e a s t h i s y e a r. Fr o m toddlers to adults, full energy and colour ful costumes filled the stage; even a sword dance was performed.

“We are extremely grateful for the community support from families and busines ses in the area; it is what keeps Malanka growing stronger each year,” said Stelmaschuk.

Guests enjoyed celebrating different aspects of their heritage while visiting, and joined in the community From left, Olivia Pawluk, Sophia Headon, and Sophie Pawluk at the 2018 Malanka dance staying late into the evening.

Celebration in Vermilion on January 13.

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will be doing strategic planning from the end of January to early in the beginning of February so they can better articulate to residents what the next four years will look like.

“I would like to let residents know that we are beginning to explore the opportunity of bringing Senior Level 4 housing to Vermilion,” said McAuley.

She went on to say that council is in the early stages of working with Alberta Health Services and MLA Dr. Richard Starke, to gather statistics and match what the need is to what the service could look like.

According to McAuley, the Town of Vermilion will be placing a stronger focus on industrial and retail economic development going into 2018. As a result, they will be sending a member of council to the International Shopping Conference in Whistler, British Columbia.

The Mayor is also thrilled with how well the New Commercial Retail Development Incentive Program has been going.

Expecting more businesses in the future, along with the four previously approved for the program, McAuley said, “I see good things for our downtown; by the summer, th Vermilion is going to look very different.

We are also very grateful to a community resident who has donated $50,000 to support the program.”

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exciting to her about the donation is that she feels that it shows that people are starting to believe in the growth of Vermilion.

McAuley noted that Vermilion would see a few large infrastructure projects in 2018 including a Water-Sewer Treatment Plant, the ice plant needing some work, and Broadband as a regional project.

“We have to be thinking bigger, and right now, I am going around meeting with busi-

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Honestly, I have a great council and staff at the Town Office; and we are open, so if people have concerns or ideas, please feel free to come and talk to us,” said McAuley.

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Making Your Resume Shine

Angela Mouly Reporter

Best-Selling Author, Sheila Musgrove, delivered a presentation to assist audience members with making their resumes shine at the Alumni Theatre in Vermilion on January 10.

In her best-selling book, “Hired! How To Get The Zippy Gig,” she sourced the Financial Post’s Peter Harris who in September of 2016, said, “Eighty per cent of resumes are rejected within 11 seconds.”

To help people get more than 11 seconds, Musgrove wrote the book describing how to create a winning, shiny resume to have an applicant’s phone ring off the hook. Her two-step resume formula covers a person’s key successes and highlights their results for future employers.

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She suggests that to prepare for an interview people should rehearse their resume out loud.

“In stressful situations, your short-term memory will not fail you,” said Musgrove.

She noted that people should bring references with them to an interview but only leave them if asked. According to Musgrove, the ideal resume length is two pages long. She suggested that after ten years, people can remove the dates for their career and education history. She noted that target positions and career summaries are often not read. She also mentioned that as many as 93 percent of employers will review social media.

To read “Hired! How To Get The Zippy Gig,” you can visit the Vermilion Public Library. For more information, you can visit

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Sheila Musgrove spoke at Lakeland College in Vermilion on January 10. Photo Angela Mouly

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“The biggest mistake people make with resumes is filling them with bullets describing functional responsibilities,” said Sheila Musgrove.

She suggests only using bullets to list key successes, versus a long list of personal attributes or job description points.

The model in her book encourages people to describe succinctly what their previous role was by answering what level they reported to, what their job was, and what their scope was.

The model also encourages readers to describe how well they did their previous job, by answering how big, how much, and how many about some of their key successes.

“Numbers and percentages are powerful,” said Musgrove.

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Then they also had a field trip to Co-op Feeds in Sherwood Park and had a tour of the feed mill. It was very interesting, and they learned how to make livestock feed. Finally, some members took in the

Oil Kings game at Roger’s Place. We would like to thank Co-op Feeds for the tour around their mill.

On February 11 there will be a leader’s tour to check on the progress of our beef projects. We will be having our public speaking competition on Friday, February

16 at 6:30 p.m. at the Minburn hall. Thank you to our senior member Megan Rudolf for doing a public speaking workshop to refresh everyone’s minds and to teach our new members about public speaking. Our next meeting will be at the Minburn curling rink on February 7 at 7 p.m.

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On February 9, ‘Rod & The Mods,’ will perform a Rod Stewart tribute featuring Brent Stewart. According to www.facebook.com/events/214642325666038,

Brent has been hired to sing on recording sessions for producers and songwriters who pitch their songs to Rod because his voice sounds so close to the original.

The show is expected to include iconic music along with stylish suits and signature stage moves.

On February 11, Canadian Country Music Artist, Crystal Shawanda, will perform. A 2013 Juno Award winner, Shawanda’s song, “You Can Let Go” reached Top 10 Canadian charts within five weeks of being released. According

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H e r e’s w i s h i n g that ever yone is having a happy new year thus far, I am still fighting off this mutated flu good days and others not so good, it’s a bug that likes to hang around I am thinking, know of some that had it for three weeks to a month now.

H owever I only allow it to slow me down just a lit tle bit, and with the new little bundle of joy... my pup Miss Teek, I can’t afford to be lying around, and let me tell you she is a hand full and always on the go. That first week after Christmas, of course, she had to sleep in the house, sleep was something she got to enjoy as I was up every two hours taking her outside to relieve herself, something that didn’t help my flu all that much.

But her little smiley face always made me feel better regardless what time of the night it was, no matter how badly I felt she was never a regret, and a couple of energetic puppy kisses always fixed everything.

She has changed personalit y in leaps and bounds, a very energetic, adventurous and smar t puppy now with all the makings of an excellent lead dog, which I am already training her for in just small fun activities.

She can already outrun me at only nine weeks, so she is going to be an outstanding runner, I slowly introduced her to the other adult pups which she now tries to keep up with, so I have to watch her every move, so even doing even small chores take forever.

I have her sleeping in the shop now where she has two huge beds, one

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with her favourite blanket and the as fast as puppies grow, puppies other with lots of fresh straw, with all enter the world a lot faster, from the her toys she has taken over the entire time of successful breeding to time shop, but is outside ever y chance of birth is only a very short 63 days. she gets.

Sixty-three days will come very fast, Ironi c ally she was a Christmas putting the due date approximately present because I was feeling down i n t o t h e s e c o n d w e e k o f M a r c h , that Miss Oohohh didn’t breed the spring puppies will be per fect, but last time she came into season this now I also have lots to do to prepare last fall, she is a perfect age now just the perfect nursery for Miss Oohohh over two years old, but Sir Mukluk and the puppies. As much as I am wasn’t mature yet. exc i te d a n d c a n’ t wa i t , i t w i l l a l l M y b i g f l u f f y r e d b e a u t i f u l S i r happen so fast, so many plans and Mukluk, now near a year and a half anticipation, my wife also excited but 3” wide version is mature for a breeding male...well also a little concerned as she thinks guess what folks, Miss Oohohh, my no matter the size of the litter I won’t equally beautiful matriarch decide to let any of them go to other homes. In come into season just after Christ- the past average litters with the Alasmas into the New Year. So I have kan malamutes were 8 to 9 puppy’s DEAD OR ALIVE b e e n p u t t i n g S i r M u k l u k i n M i s s and as high as 15 in several litters, Oohohh’s kennel for a “jammy” party, she may be right because regardless are returning your area buying and they could be together full time, of how many Itohave a lot of lovein’s this past weekend I went outside to to share, and besides their family...

The PICKERS will be purchasing Royal Can. Mint Sets or bags, boxes do my chores and was greeting the right? truckever loads y of looseNow SILVERI &am GOLD coins.

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my retirement; I will put up the sign in honor of the day of the puppy’s birth.

I will be making appointments this very morning for weekly checkups for Miss Oohohh at the local veterinarian; as I want nothing but the best for her and the fur baby’s, for me, it’s a very exciting time. It will change many outdoor adventures I had planned for the winter, but I can’t think of a better adventure to replace them with, it’s going to be a short but much-anticipated journey, all, of course, I will want to share with you.

When he’s not playing, he’s curled up in his favourite box grabbing a quick cat nap. Allen just needs a quiet home that will give him time to adjust to his new surroundings. But, in the end, you will have a loving companion for years to come.

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A winter weekend is a perfect time to warm the house by cooking up a roast complete with Yorkshire pudding.

As the name implies, Yorkshire pudding is a British dish that is traditionally served with roast beef. It is special puffed bread, that later collapses, with an indent in the center. Gravy would be poured in the hollow of the Yorkshire pudding. Yorkshire pudding and gravy is used as a dinner course the proceeds the meat and vegetable course. In Canada, we eat it along with the roast beef dinner.

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of England and using water delivers a crisper product, more desired in the north of England. You can also use a mixture of 1 cup milk and one-half cup of water, mixed together for the liquid. A secret to success is pouring the batter into a very hot, preheated muffin tin. The second secret is to never open the oven at all to peek while it is cooking, as the puffing will fall and the results will be disappointing. If you must look, then turn on the oven light and peek through the window, to check the color. Also, you will have better luck, with the Yorkshire pudding turning golden brown when it is cooked on the top rack on the oven, making sure you do have enough room for the large steam rise that will be happening.

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A 100 Years, Still Under The In’flu’ence

Well the New Year 2018 didn’t ring in with the best kick off for yours truly back on Day 1 as it was spent entirely flummoxed with the flu, not just for the first time of this winter but times two. It is not exactly a count of import that anyone strives to achieve; I just don’t remember ever getting it more than once before in a year. And I’m not about to get into the debate about anti-vaxxers or such things, because I’ve been firmly employed in the healthcare side of the economy for a long time and lean toward the side of best efforts and intentions to the right outcome there. I’m just thinking this winter’s edition of the flu shot I got back in November was less probable from a “You shouldn’t get it” lot and more likely from a uniquely created “Jim’s try out all flus” special edition produced just for

me. I jest of course in my case this time obviously…though 20 years ago a rather nasty variant of it managed to plant me in the hospital for a couple days and I could gladly do without making acquaintance with that experience ever again. Yes, the flu is hardly something to jest about and this month just happens to be the 100 year anniversary of the recognized beginning of 1918 flu pandemic. The Wikipedia entry on it is daunting enough: a version of the H1N1 virus that circled the entire world infecting an estimated 500 million people with between 50 to 100 million deaths. A human catastrophe of this nature so relatively recent really should be common knowledge even now.

Growing up in primary school I knew more about the “Black Death” and the Bubonic Plague from the “Ring around the Rosie” playground game than something far more probable to be present and dangerous to young and old here in “Rat free Alberta”. It is perhaps the circumstances of the time of the pandemic overlapping with World War 1

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which contributed unfortunately both to its propagation and it not being so well known due to wartime censorship. It is certainly an indictment of the attitude and response of national authorities at the time…notwithstanding the industrialized trench warfare they were collectively entwined in…that the colloquial name it is often remembered by is “The Spanish Flu” when most likely it never originated there but initially began to be reported from there as Spain had a free press. Not an example demonstration for doing the right thing is it?…they get branded for it in typical blame the messenger stuff. A reminder that writing words down, however trivial in nature they happen to be like mine in this paper, is not something to be taken for granted. My fascination with early aircraft is probably the only reason I made the connection in knowledge to this pandemic by the time I had left elementary school, courtesy of a copy of “Knights of the Air” in the J.W.G. Morrison library. One of the 3 Victoria Crosses awarded during WW1 to a

Canadian aviator was to a pilot named Alan MacLeod, who with his observer Arthur Hammond, fought off 9 Fokker Triplanes from their observation plane destroying 4 of them. During the epic fight their fuel tank was hit and both of them were wounded multiple times, and as the aircraft was on fire Alan piloted the craft down to the ground while standing outside the cockpit on the wing to avoid the flames, and then on the ground dragging his wounded observer to safety under heavy fire. Hard to believe Alan managed to live through that incredible ordeal…and yet within a few short months on coming back to recuperate from his wounds at his home in Manitoba was taken instead by “The Spanish Influenza” on November 6,1918, only 5 days before the end of the war. He is unique in being the only Canadian VC winner under active service to be buried in Canada. He was not yet 20 years old. At the time…the flu was taking the young, the strong, the healthy, and even the brave too.

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MINOR HOCKEY VERMILION 2017 - 2018

VERMILION FOUNTAIN TIRE NOVICE

GOODON INDUSTRIES NOVICE TIGERS

W.I.E.E. NOVICE TIGERS

Front: Karsyn Jarvis, Brittin Willis, Sean Levesque, Ella Whelan, Jagur Gamracy Middle: Jason Gamracy (Asst. Coach), Ryan Farrell, Denim Stark, Alivia Garnier, Kalli Usenik, Patrick Willis (Coach) Back: Sean Whelan (Asst. Coach), Lindsay Willis (Mgr.) Missing: Zachary Mewis

Front: Carter Jaremco, Kohen Croke, Brogan Stetson, Brandin Wilson, Taylor Farkash, Kamryn Holowaychuk Middle: Troy Cameron (Asst. Coach), Carter Croke, Jalynn Westman, Lindon Gannon, Jordan Chavez Arroyo, Grady Cameron, Trevor Farkash (Asst. Coach) Back: Kyle Westman (Coach) Missing: Candice Holowaychuk (Manager)

Front: Silas Young, Cole Cusack, Jett White, Lance Adams, Luke Guenther, Jay Barrett Middle: Rob McCulley (Asst. Coach), Marina Howorko, Paetyn Herzog, Alex Spicer, Alex McCulley, Ryker DeFord, Trevor Cusack (Coach) Back: Kyle Herzog (Asst.

Coach), Derek Young (Mgr)

DR. JOE TIGERS – PEEWEE TIER 3

ROCK SOLID TIGERS PEEWEE

ROTARY PEEWEE

Goalies: Linden Adams, Robbie Oddan Front: Kayden McPhee, Jayden Lenz, Mighael Liebenberg, Cole Brady, Connor Ryan, Hunter Carlson, Kyle Hanlon Sean Whelan (Asst. Coach) Middle: Kamryn Oddan (Assistant), Luke McCormack, Carter Farrell, Adrian Lavoie, DJ Stark, Drew Whelan, Niki Ryan (Mgr) Back: Edward McCormack (Coach), Ryan Adams (Asst. Coach)

Goalie: Raegan Selte Front: Darlene Gourley (Mgr.) Khloe Johnson, Jada Gamracy, Rylan Lehmann, Breanne Gourley, Sierra Herzog, Derian Selte, Darren Selte (Asst. Coach) Back: Kyle Herzog (Asst. Coach), Alexis Garnier, Jennalee McDonald, Jaden Gunderson, Avery Sardoff, Kaitlyn Baldwin, Glynn McDonald (Coach)

Front: Justin Brokop, Ryan Stepanick Middle: Deanna Bykewich (Mgr), Colin Roach, Garrett Richardson, Mason Hickman, Ryle Bykewich, Deyton Selte Back: Logan Stepanick (Asst. Coach), Ethan Jubinville-Morin, Colt Jackson, Ty Bryden, Kasen Swanson, Mitchell Heinrich, Darren Selte (Coach) Missing: Dylan Bowen (Asst. Coach)

STAN HARTWELL MEMORIAL AWARD To be awarded annually to the most dedicated volunteer in Vermilion Minor Hockey.

The recipients are to be nominated by the community and/or Minor Hockey participants.

Acceptable nominations will include:

• Coaches • Assistant Coaches • Managers

• Parents • Fans • Or other volunteers

Nominations will not be accepted for current minor hockey executives, businessmen, or individuals paid for their services (referees, rink attendants, etc...)

Help minor hockey to recognize those individuals that have gone the extra mile and make Vermilion Minor Hockey a great place for our young hockey players.

A member of the Hartwell family, or approved designate, will award the trophy and the plaque.

Name of Nominee:_____________________________________________________ Address:_____________________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________________________________________________

Request for Interest Land and Building For Sale The Town of Vermilion has a vacant building that is approximately 3000 sq. ft. on approximately 2.3 acres in size east of the airport terminal building (4018-52 Avenue). The Town is looking for interested parties to purchase and utilize this building and land for an aviation based business that would make use of the Vermilion Municipal Airport.

Interested parties should contact: Derek Young at 780-581-2421 or E-Mail: transportation@vermilion.ca Submissions can be made to: Town of Vermilion 5021 – 49 Avenue, Vermilion, AB T9X 1X1 Deadline: January 26, 2018 @ 3:00 pm

Calling All Couples Bring the photo in to The Voice or send it by mail or e-mail.

A close-up or head shot would be preferred. The cost will be $40.00 + GST ($42.00).

Please print your name on the back of your photo.

Reasons for Nominating:________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ __________________________________(if additional space is required, attach a seperate sheet) Name of the Nominator:_________________________________________________ Phone:_______________________________________________________________ Nominations can be sent to: V.P. of Business - Kim Thompson 5720 50 Ave., Vermilion, AB T9X 1K7 or Drop off at Vermilion Hospital Attn: Kim Thompson

Deadline for Entries: February 2, 2018

Deadline: Wed., Jan. 31 Vermilion Voice 5006-50 Ave. Vermilion, AB T9X 1A2

To be published Monday, Feb. 5

Weddings / Anniversaries

Cut out and send in along with the couples photo.

Bride’s Name: Groom’s Name: Date married: Location of wedding: Place of residence: Bride’s Parents: Groom’s Parents: Email for proof: _______________________________

Ph: 780-853-6305 Fax: 780-853-5426 E-mail: vermilionvoice@gmail.com

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MINOR HOCKEY VERMILION

WEBB’S ATOM TIGERS

VERMILION CREDIT UNION MIDGET TIGERS

Goalie: Zachary Gorkoff Front: Kane Fadden, Brandon Barton, Kash Schroeder, Blake Sheppard, Tomas Liebenberg, Dane Willis, Braxton Betz Middle: Shane Croke (Asst. Coach), Mason Croke, Brody Hinton, Cale Meissner, Jaxon Shimko, Payton Farkash, Jennifer Ager-Croke (Mgr.) Back: Jeff Betz (Asst. Coach), Trevor Farkash (Coach)

Front: Kale Wilhelm, Braden Tyner, Ty Martin, Austin Starko, Dylan Eremko Middle: Tracy Long (Mgr.), Connor Millan, Kaegan Clark, Rylan Long, Connor Bardoel, Connor Lychak, Marc Langawin Back: Greg Betz (Asst. Coach), Denver Budzilka, Leighton Veitch, Carson Rogers, Ty Stenhouse, Rylan Thompson, Steve Simmons (Coach)

RONA ATOM TIGERS

SELTE FUELS ATOM TIGERS

VERMILION ELKS INITIATION

Goalie: Reo Martin Front: Riken Selte, Jake Oddan, Khye Jackson, Brydon Maxwell, Ace Wight, Shannon Leonard (Mgr) Middle: Durwin Selte (Coach), Gavin Cadrain, Rylan Garnier, Deverin Woywitka, Conner Betz, Ashton Selte, Sheldon Woywitka (Asst. Coach) Back: Shaun Cadrain (Asst. Coach), Denver Selte (Asst. Coach)

Goalie: Riley Krips Front: Kirsten Selte, Mikaela McPhee, Ava Cadrain, Kate Farrell, Halle Cadman, Laura James Middle: Kris Lehmann (Asst. Coach), Cassie Cameron, Rhyan Selte, Halle Lehmann, Presley Parr, Taylor Holowaychuk, Derek Selte (Coach) Back: Karen Selte (Mgr), Sheila Cadman (Asst. Coach)

Front: Korbin Betz, Ali Elkadry, Blake Ruller, Cruz Cusack, Levi Brown, Kypton Farkash Middle: Trevor Brown (Asst. Coach), Easton Betz, Emma Howe, Daisy Domoney, Walker Westman, Taylor Maxwell, Sarah Howe (Mgr.) Back: Blaine Cusack (Coach)

LAKELAND COLLEGE BANTAM

VERMILION INSURANCE BANTAM TIGERS

IRELAND FARM EQUIPMENT MIDGET TIGERS

Front: Landon Geall, Jared Gourley, Blake Usenik (Goalie), Ryan Gerski, Kody Westling Middle: Ryland Fougere, Riley Starko, Brenynn McDonald, Brodie Johnson, Landyn Herzog, Skylar Dary Back: Kyle Herzog (Asst. Coach), Glynn McDonald (Coach), Carson Westling, Dawson Bessette, Jayben Gamracy, Kaiden Chase, Allan Chase (Asst. Coach) Missing: Angie McDonald (Mgr.)

Front: Kenna Dewing, Jadey Capjack, Jayden Miciak (Goalie), Laramie Parr, Morgan Symes Middle: Heather Oddan (Mgr.), TristaRae Wilson, Sydnee Crawford, Hannah Kisinger, Adyson Bates, Joclyn Brady, Jenna Poitras Back: Nancy Miciak (Asst. Coach), Cadence Carlson, Kamryn Oddan, Hailey Roach, Delayna Krips, Kayla Hill, Greg Dewing (Coach) Missing: Sam Smith (Asst. Coach)

Front: Cameron Bartley, Sam Rutt (Goalie), Lleyton Bates (Goalie), Lyndon Fadden Middle: Blake Nowosad, Ryan MacMillan, Denver Selte, Austin Holm, Josh Baldwin, Dawson Allen Back: Clayton Smith (Asst. Coach), Perry Anderson, Kent Jackson, Kayden Bardoel, Logan Stepanick, Braden Baldwin, Brendan Lupul, Nyles Johnson, Logan Sherwood (Coach) Missing: Darren Selte (Asst. Coach), Lee Selte (Mgr.)

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Front: Kaysen Farkash, Riddick Ford, Lila Young, Karsen Cadrain, Luke Romeo Middle: Dustin Farkash (Asst. Coach), Tenley Selte, Nate Woywitka, Kinley Woywitka, Douglas Romeo, Kalen Garnett, Sheldon Woywitka (Asst. Coach) Back: Shaun Cadrain (Coach), Roger Garnett (Mgr) Missing: Kingston Brodbin, Abbey Mewis

Front: Shelby Hinecker, Jenna Bowman, Tessa Hartwell, Janyl Bardoel, Raelene Lupul, Kailey Geall Middle: Kaydn Rochford, Jayden Heinrich, Jace Weidmark, Delainey Selte, Jelena Parr, Taylor Reiger, Bailey Dion Back: Ken Hartwell (Asst. Coach), Caylen Tiffinger, Jorja McIntyre, Kylie Hartwell, Taya Henderson, Dixie Allen, Kristen Sardoff, Greg Throndson (Coach) Missing: Wade Sardoff (Mgr.)

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MINOR HOCKEY MANNVILLE 2017 - 2018

MANNVILLE ATOMS

MANNVILLE BANTAMS

Back: Corey Lorenson (coach), Madden Lorenson, Carter Anderson, Jasmine Watling, Jaxon Benkendorf, Owen Harder, Jozlyn Whitten, Alivia Baker, Tristan Gryschuk, TJ Hinton (coach), Clinton McLaughlin (Trainer) Front: Mason McLaughlin, Lily Boe, Ashlyn Hinton, Bradley McLaughlin, Trace Hinton, Cruz Chinn, Lincoln Baker Missing: Hunter Boe, Kalen Court, Kerri Lorenson (manager)

Back Row: Jayden Dach, Nathan Erickson, Morley Bader Middle: Tara Bader (manager), Troy Bader (coach), Kaeli Wyard-Scott, Joshua Arndt, Wyatt Harder, Garrett Russnak, Greg Russnak (asst. coach), Kent Staden (asst. coach), Lucas Amero (trainer) Front: Owen Snider, Rhys Amero, Haliegh Dach, Connor Hoffman, Ainsley Bader, Caleb Wyard-Scott, Adam Harray Missing: Randy Arndt (asst coach)

MANNVILLE INITIATION

MANNVILLE MIDGETS

MANNVILLE NOVICE

Back: (left to right): Blair Newton (coach), Avery Newton, Findlay Garnett, Emerson McLaughlin, Amanda Gilbert, Calista Boe, Hudson Hinton, Archie Tomlinson, Shawn McLaughlin (coach), Lyndon Pulyk (coach) Front : Parker Anderson, Ryder Wagner, Samuel Gillis, Brendin Pitre, Emilia Baker, Laytyn Pulyk, Kiefer McLaughlin Missing: Kim Garnett (manager)

Back: Morgan Watling, Declan Holt, Mason Holt, Dawson Larson, Zane Clemmer, Braeden Watling, Scott Staden (coach) Front: Landon Schubuda, Tadgh Dalton, Fionn Dalton, Wyatt Copeland, Max Amero, Zachary Polishuk. Missing: Zachary Wildeman, Quinn Harder, Tyrel Dorland, Dalin Jordan, Easton Gwinn, Sheldon Tarapaski, Lee Gwinn (head coach), Nicole Polishuk (manager)

Back: Devon Whitten (manager), Troy Ruttan (coach), Emerson Gryschuk, Bailey Pitre , Matthew Melnyk, Taylor Loades, Damian Anderson, Jolie Whitten, Cobin Garnett, Robert Garnett (coach) Front: Jake Ruttan, Kelten Marsh, Charlie Broadhead, Lucas Baker, Meyer Lorenson Laying: Sydnee Bouchier Missing: Dillan Anderson (coach), Thomas Gilbert

Thank you Minor Hockey, for being apart of what makes our Community resilient and vibrant.

MANNVILLE PEEWEES

MANNVILLE TYKES

Back: Barry Symington (coach), Reagan Watling, Reese Pocock, Cody Duffy, Jaylin Symington, Cody Haugan, Rylan Broadhead, Cole Gillis, Mark Broadhead (coach) Front: Juna Smith, Jace Benkendorf, Josslyn, Smith Missing: Jarrett Smith (coach), Lisa Symington (manager)

Back: Blair Newton (coach), Carly Newton, Aiden Lysons, Nashtyn Pulyk, Jacob Nafziger, Maddox McLaughlin, Lyndon Pulyk (coach) Front: Shawn McLaughlin (coach), Remy Lorenson, Avery Prill, Scarlett Prill, Abel Whitten, Jace Christensen Missing: Kim Garnett (manager), Jet Nafziger

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MINOR HOCKEY KITSCOTY 2017 - 2018

KITSCOTY ATOM 1 BOYS Front L-R: 37 Gavin Pratt, 17 Lyla Peregrym, 30 Alexander Patterson, 15 Grayden Pratt, 18 Reid Beal. Middle L-R: 10 Finn Mitchell, 42 Ryker Kromrey, 12 Cassia Severin, 44 Joren Nasby, 50 Paul Wennekamp. Back L-R: 11 Davin Higgins, 7 Nate Fischer, 23 Ty Leighton, Coach Scott Pratt.

KITSCOTY ATOM 2 BOYS

KITSCOTY ATOM FEMALES

Front L-R: Coach Ashley Bexson, 3 Rhett Smith,14 Wyatt Smith, 20 Blake Kuntz, 24 Mason Ehnes, Coach Chris McLean.

Middle L-R: 6 Austin Mclean, 45 Klark Larsen, 40 Grady Faltermeier, 19 Lukas Shostak, 5 Joshua Sjodin.

Back L-R: Coach Tyson Smith, 21 Kaleb Jones, 2 Lane Larson, 9 Darren Bexson, 22 Jayson Labiuk, Coach Chris Kuntz.

Front L-R: Coach Jeremy Malcolm, 29 Abby Berquist, 28 Brooke Graham, 39 Sarah Leighton, 16 Rylee King, 38 Kaidyn Beek, Coach Nancy Miciak. Middle L-R: 26 Kara Delisle, 34 Haylee Saam, 41 Emma Sayers, 25 Aubree Sunderland, 33 Reese McColm, 36 Kenzie Pearson. Back L-R: Coach Trevor Leighton, 40 Anna Miller, 35 Cassidy Phillips, 27 Taylor Miciak, Coach Kevin Beek.

KITSCOTY BANTAM Front L-R: 35 Kegan Pearson, 18 Mason Walker, 16 Brooke King, 14 Ryker Saam, 25 Noah Whitford, 17 Kaden Heape, 1 Arland Bahm.

Middle L-R: 21 Jaxson Koenig, 11 Josh Davidson, 12 Rylay McKay, 8 Nate Johnston, 19 Jarret Earl, 4 Colby Svean, 2 Blake Keichinger.

Back L-R: Coaches Ben Saam & Jim King, 15 Gage Wolfe, 10 Dillon Johnston, 3 Rylan Teasdale, Coaches Brent Teasdale & Scott Svean.

KITSCOTY INTIATION 1

KITSCOTY INTIATION 2

Front L-R: Coach Dustin Newman, 8 Owen Newman, 18 Stanton Skoreyko, 4 Cooper Bell, 14 Derek Hoist, 21 Ava de Goede, 10 Karson Winterholt, Coach Tyson Mitchell. Back L-R: 5 Ben Wennekamp, 25 Jack Moir, 6 Daxton Wierenga, 2 Mia Garnier, 7 Brodie Schiller, 16 Harrison Mitchell.

Front L-R: Coach Dusty Bexson, 6 Aiden Miller, 4 Heston McColm, 10 Keaton Lavigne, 16 Nexxan Dutchak, 8 Brodie Brechin, 2 Ellie McKee, Coach Nicki Lessner. Back L-R: 25 Kodin Gauthier, 18 Connor Kievits, 23 Brooklyn McLean, 33 Ryan Lessner, 21 Blake Lessner, 14 Masyn Kievits, 30 Dane Bexson.

KITSCOTY PEEWEE 1 Front L-R: Brock Sherwick #2, Dawson Bensmiller #19, Luke Beal #10, Owen Sunderland #31. Middle L-R: Dyson Garnier #16, Samuel Leighton #22, Teagan King #1, Kohl Kromrey #7, Rykar Thibault #15, Kaden Davidson # 4. Back L- R: , Luke Sunderland #17, Dexson Oakes #24, Nathan Waterfield #21, Zackary Labiuk #5, Ty Stone #25.

KITSCOTY NOVICE 1

KITSCOTY NOVICE 2

Front L-R: 28 Coen White, 15 Bronson Wurtz, 27 Jordy Halter, 40 Blake Hoist, 2 Kyler Lisoway. Middle L-R: 5 Dylan Paul, 32 Jackson Hill-Lukan, 48 Brayden Schiller, 41 Garrett Hoist, 8 Zackery Bell. Back L-R: Coach Wade Hoist, 49 Brody Sunderland, 39 Kaleb Hozack, 21 Nicholas Miller, Coaches Sean Hozack & Todd Miller.

Front L-R: 9 Nash Faltermeier, 11 Tegan Willes, 24 Riley Earl, 29 Nolan Kuntz, 42 Ethan Graham, 23 Blake Cole. Middle L-R: 27 Owen Pollard, 20 Hunter Wierenga, 14 Taryn Leighton, 30 Dane Miller, 16 Chayce King, 13 Adyson Krauss. Back L-R: Coaches Chris Kuntz & Craig Leighton, 12 Keaton Smith, 25 Joel Bergquist, 36 Josh Bergquist, Coaches Daryl Krauss & Tracey Earl-Wolfe.

KITSCOTY NOVICE 3 Front L-R: f Gerad Popowich, 19 Jake Tremmel, 1 Ben Tremmel, 7 Karter Beek, 15 Ben Carlson. Middle L-R: 28 Caleb Traverse, 43 Lucas Sjodin, 18 Justin Paul, 40 Liam Columbine, 4 Conan Kelly, 21 Khol Saccucci, 32 Ben Sherwick. Back L-R: Coach Frank Tremmel, 44 Wyatt Sayers, 31 Grayson Mitchell, 20 Locklin Mitchell, Coaches Brent Carlson & Craig Traverse.

KITSCOTY NOVICE FEMALE

KITSCOTY PEEWEE 3

Front L-R: 26 Sayer Bensmiller, 3 Allison Labiuk, 22 Tarryn Carnduff, 35 Casey Brow, 10 Adria Lyonnais. Middle L-R: 46 Adrina Nickoleff, 38 Jayden Bexson, 47 Bekha Bensmiller, 41 Kalista Nickoleff. Back L-R: Coach Joe Labiuk, 12 Kassydee Lisoway, 50 Brooklyn Labiuk, 23 Whitney Labiuk, Coach Jay Lyonnais & Justin Powell.

Front L-R: 3 John Gerich, 49 Cassius Crawford, 26 Micah Heape, 16 Hudson King, 43 Zakkary Ducharme, 35 Will Teasdale. Middle L-R: 23 Ethan Lorenz, 48 Joel Davidson, 11 jenna Faltermeier, 6 Hayden Sunderland, 41 Ryder Weitzel, 12 Elias Columbine, 20 Rikki Moon.

Back L-R: Coach Caleb Sunderland 14 Austin Weitzel, 18 Dayna Higgins, 13 Alexa Severin, Coach Adam Teasdale.

DUE TO LIMITED SPACE IN THIS WEEK’S ISSUE WE WERE NOT ABLE TO FIT ALL OF THE HOCKEY TEAM PHOTOS. SEE MORE NEXT WEEK.

KITSCOTY MIDGET Front L-R: 17 Carter Carnduff, 16 Kennedy King, 35 Linden Koenig, 7 Kody Short, 19 Kian Keichinger. Middle L-R: Coach Sean Wyatt, 24 Dylan Stephenson, 15 Cody Wyatt, 4 Steven Daren, 6 Bradyn Orbeck, 23 Rhett Laycock, 5 Tyler Waterfield, Coach Ricky Paul. Back L-R: 9 Owen Stephenson, 14 Christopher Davies, 18 Jared Fischer.

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Bull Market Cow-Calfenomics

Submitted Agri-news

Cow-Calfenomics 2017/2018 is coming to a community near you in January 2018.

“This year we have again, put together a well rounded agenda with interesting speakers and topics on farm business management in the Alberta cow-calf business,” says Rick Dehod, farm financial specialist, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry (AF).

This year’s presentations and presenters are: Ann Wasko, market analyst from Gateway Livestock will speak on the cattle market situation and outlook. Ann brings her insight in to the Beef markets and what the market outlook could be going forward.

Brenda Hagen, project coordinator for the Western Livestock Price Insurance program, will explain the use of risk management tools in the beef industry. She will outline the various tools available to protect your profit, and how different tools will work in different market situations.

Joel Bokenfohr, AF, will speak on business structures for new entrants. Anyone who is entering in to the business will find this beneficial. Joel will review what business structure could allow you to retain your profit and grow your business.

Herman Simons, AF, will speak on production enterprise analysis, Herman reminds us that most farms have numerous enterprises, but often we don’t know which one makes money and which one loses.

Often we keep doing what we have been doing when good enterprise analysis will give you the information to make changes that will increase the profitability of your whole farm with the same resources.

Rick Dehod, AF, will speak on a farmer’s guide to agricultural credit. Agriculture is a capital intensive business, and debt is a tool to enhance the opportunity for profit.

But like any tool you have to understand its use and features to get full benefit for your farm. There is a lot to consider when taking on debt, and the cost, interest rate, is not the only thing to consider before you sign on the dotted line ML Manglai, AF, will review the AF AgriProfit$ Beef program and how this tool provides information that can be used as a benchmark for your own operation.

A Canadian Cattlemen Young Leader participant will reflect on the value of having a mentor . The Young Leadership program includes mentorship and is important to the program’s success.

“It’s a full day, with a lot of great information, that any farm manager can utilize and incorporate into their farm management tool box, wherever they are in their careers,” says Dehod.

Cow-Calfenomics will be held in three locations in January: • January 23, 2018, Vermilion Regional Centre • January 24, 2018, Westlock Inn & Conference Centre

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January 25, 2018, Stettler Agriculture Society Registration starts at 9 a.m. and the session runs from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

“The Alberta Beef Producers continue to recognize the importance of engaging our youth into the industry and are sponsoring the registration of students and producers who are 25 years of age or younger. A big thank you to the Alberta Beef Producers,” says Dehod.

Please register by Tuesday, January 16, 2018. The registration fee is $30

(GST is included in the price) and includes lunch. Registration for students and young producers (those under 25) is free and is sponsored by the Alberta Beef Producers.

To register, please call the Ag-Info Center at 1-800-387-6030 or register online at https://eservices.alberta.ca/cowcalfenomics.html.

If you are exempt from paying GST, please call 1-800-387-6030 to register.

For more information, you can contact the Alberta Ag-Info Centre at 310-FARM (3276).

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SCHOOL NEWS Margaret McCormack Submitted

Happy New Year from the students and staff of St. Jerome’s. We hope everyone had a family filled, refreshing Christmas holidays. Students were excited to see each other and share their holiday highlights with each other. Many classes did a variety of activities to ring in the New Year. “2018” party hats decorated, New Year toasts written, games played and celebrations enjoyed. The Grade 3 students began learning about the country of Peru and some of their unique New Year traditions; money in shoes, eating twelve grapes and wearing yellow underpants.

On Tuesday we gathered with commu-

St. Jerome’s School News

nity members at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church for our monthly mass.

Father Roger shared with the students that Jesus taught with authority because he is who the scripture is talking about. Christ is fully God and fully human. Thank you to all the students who sang in the choir and helped with the liturgy.

A huge thank you to our wonderful custodians, Ernie and Dorothy Decker.

The school looked amazingly shining and fresh after the holidays. Your hard work is very appreciated. Thank you to Mrs. MacMillan for the amazing job she does of our Facebook page. The sight is full of up to date information upcoming events and great pictures and videos of activities happening around the school. Check it out! The Boston Pizza Fundraiser is back.

Submitted

Our daily breakfast program that we offer free to every student each morning, has successfully switched from three days a week to five days a week this year due to the generous donations we have received in our first four months. We are continually receiving donations of food, supplies, and money from our school family and community. We are very thankful. Our $200 or more donors since September, 2017 include: Vermilion Rotary Club - $1000, Midwest Mobile Patrols and Services $750, Dustin and Carissa Farkash - $250, and the Vermilion Legion - $20. We thank everyone for supporting our program.

Back in November, VIBE held their annual Pink Shirt Design Logo Contest.

They had 30 entries from VES students.

Our VES winner was Jordyn Pottle. All of

17. Make sure your represent your favourite team and don their jersey or t-shirt for the day. Also High School and Middle Level students will be able to show their generosity on Friday, January 19, which is Charity Friday and a time to support the Sisters of Charity of Our Lady of Ervon, for their Peru mission.

VIBE Day for the grade six students will be hosted at St. Jerome’s on Tuesday, January 23. Approximately 150 grade six students from Vermilion, Mannville, Kitscoty and Clandonald will have a day full of speakers, activities and fun!

Just a reminder that there is no school for students on Wednesday, January 31, Thursday, February 1 or Friday, February 2. The second semester begins on Monday, February 5.

the entries will be featured on the VIBE students. Students act as leaders to plan Mannix, from Central Office, came to presbulletin board during the month of Febru- and organize special events throughout ent Haylee Cusack and Kirsten Selte with ary. Pink Shirt Day is February 28. The the year for VES. Each month, students School Bus Safety Poster prizes. Spencer deadline for ordering a shirt is January 23. help with a dress up day, a service activity Slater was the winner of the Rona bicyBasketball Club practices will run and a spirit activity. The Spirit Team has cle virtue draw. Fat Cat was present and Mondays and Wednesdays in version January already helped to organize Pajama Day, went to visitversion 5B and 3A this month. Lance 3” wide 3” wide and February, with games against the staff Fantastic Sweater Day, a Christmas Photo Adams and Phoenix Wilson were the readduring the first week of March. Practices booth and making cards for seniors in our ing winners. To date, VES students have will run from 3:35 until 4:40. community. Each month the students will read a total of 7756 points in AR. Students may attend both days a week help with similar type activities. Coming in Join the VES parents at the next School the out ofworks your for advertising or one day, depending on what Januarydollars is a New Year’s Photo-booth and Council Meeting on January 15 at 7 in their families. Place your ad in this newspaper we will be collecting for the Food Bank. the gym. There will be a presentation for Art Club willand be starting in January.

Mrs. On Januar y 10, we had our first parents entitled “Technology and Your 12345 province wide Doherty and Mrs. Tomkins are excited to 2018 assembly. We started by singing Child”. Babysitting is provided. with a combined circulation have all the artists in Grade 4-6 for at only...

VES O’Canada, acknowledging the land on Dates to Remember: Jan. 15 – School of over 800,000 plus GST/HST join them for some fun-filled time. They which we live, and singing our VES song. Council Meeting at 7; Jan. 19 – Hot Dog Value Ad Network will be meeting on Tuesdays from 3:30-5.

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We would like to welcome Mr. Terry King to St. Jerome’s for the month of January.

Mr. King is teaching Social and English in the High School for the remainder of semester one.

High School students quickly got back in the study mode as finals exams and diplomas are just around the corner. Social 30 Diploma Part A was on Friday, January 12. All dates for final exams, diploma exam, and Grade 9 Provincial Achievement Tests can be found on the school website at stjschool.org. The last day of classes for grade 12 to grade 10 students is Friday, January 19.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The County of Minburn No. 27 invites applications for the position of Road Construction Foreman and other Public Works. A job description is available upon request.

Accountable to the Superintendent of Public Works, this is a full-time working operator / supervisory position for road construction / maintenance and other Public Works taking into account employee supervision, road construction standards, environment standards, budget costs, equipment, time management, surveys, landowner agreements, utilities, pipelines and others.

The County of Minburn No. 27 offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements • In good physical and mental health • Previous experience in a Foreman level position • Valid Driver’s License – Class 3 would be an asset • Previous experience operating heavy equipment • Good oral and written communication skills • Effective at multi-tasking • Ground Disturbance Course • Availability to work 12 hour days and weekends during construction season • Availability to be on-call during non-construction season

Please submit your resume, references, and Driver’s Abstract to: Graham Shell, Superintendent of Public Works County of Minburn No. 27 Box 550 Vegreville, AB T9C 1R6 Telephone: (780) 632-3715 office or (780) 632-9330 cell Fax: (780) 632-6631 Email: gshell@minburncounty.ab.ca

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is selected.

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Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is selected for this position.

Submit your application, along with two references to the address written.

All applicants are thanked for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All resumes and personal information provided herein, will be handled in accordance with the Province of Alberta Freedom of Information & Privacy Legislation.

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The County of Two Hills No. 21 is seeking applications for a full-time position of:

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Applicants are invited to submit resumes, along with salary expectations to: Sally Dary, CAO Box 490 Two Hills AB T0B 4K0 Email: sdary@thcounty.ab.ca This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.

The County of Two Hills No. 21 thanks all applicants – only those invited for an interview will be contacted.

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Horticulture On The Horizon

Shawna Chernichen Reporter

Jason Andersen from Kathy’s Greenhouse will be one of four Alberta horticulturists in attendance at IPM Essen 2018, the world’s largest Horticultural Trade show in Essen, Germany from January 23 – 26.

Andersen along with Nadine Stielow from Thiel’s Greenhouses Ltd. in Bruderheim, Carmen Sim from Country Gardens and Greenhouse began their adventure by boarding an airplane to Amsterdam on January 11. They intend to meet up with Christie Pollack from Christie’s Gardens and Greenhouses Ltd. while in Europe.

The group feels privileged to take part in the trade show as only 55 people from North America receive invitations from Ball Horticulture to attend the IPM Essen 2018.

All of the Alberta horticulturists decided to make the most of their trip by leaving ten days early to tour some state of the art facilities in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany. The hope for these tours is to possibly implement newer techniques and

technologies into their operations back home in Alberta.

“As members of the Alberta Greenhouse Growers Association, our goal with this trip is to share information with other members.

We’ve opened up some fantastic industry contacts, and we hope to see some emerging plants that may be available in 2019,” said Andersen.

A tour will be held at the BioBest insectory in Belgium. According to Andersen; the four group members order weekly shipments of beneficial insects used for insect control throughout their growing seasons from BioBest.

One of their ten days will be spent at The World Horti Center in Naaldwijk, Holland.

This centre opened in September of 2017 and is an international centre for greenhouse horticulture innovation.

During the IPM Essen 2018 Trade Show, the group of four are excited to meet with Floral Daily-a worldwide industry newsletter to have a story written about them.

Horticulture is an industry that affects

everyone from flower beds around town to farming to the food industry; it is all around us. The four horticulturists are very involved and passionate about this industry and get great pleasure in seeing things grow.

“There is a lot of satisfaction in growing a plant; seeing it thrive and the joy a product can give to people. Everyone can appre-

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ciate horticulture themselves whether they work with it or admire the work of others,” said Andersen.

Andersen would like to invite readers to follow their journey by searching ‘Kathy’s Greenhouse’ on Facebook or Twitter and asks followers to post questions along the way.

Jason Andersen, Nadine Stielow, and Carmen Sim embark on their European horticulture tour. Photo Submitted

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Mannville Historical Society Receives Museum Restoration Funding

Shawna Chernichen

On January 10 the Mannville Histori- cheques that will assist with restorcal Society gathered to accept funding ing the Mannville Historical Telephone Museum. The funds received included a cheque for $2000 from Vermilion Community Closet presented by Alice S t afin s k i an d M ike M y h ov i c h, t h e branch manager of the Mannville Credit Union, presented a cheque for $1500. “ We are ver y happy to be able to donate this money and personally Paradise Valley, AB 18-month term speaking I am a fan of history, especially that of Mannville. It’s very imporReporting to the Branch Manager, this position is accountable to meet and exceed annual sales tant that Mannville’s youth learn about goals and profit margin objectives of CPS products and services. their community’s history,” said MyhovKey Tasks:

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CROP PRODUCTION ADVISOR

- Responsible for meeting and exceeding annual sales goals and profit margin objectives as set by branch management - Implement on-farm based sales strategy to promote CPS products and services - Maintains and analyzes a database/record of customer profiles (product usage and service requirements) in order to identify, categorize, and prioritize customer base - Develops and maintains effective business relations with current and potential future customers, based upon an approach that targeting customer with whom the company can profitable to do business - Provides timely service as well as agronomic information and advice to current and potential customers. Arranges for access to specialists where necessary to bring mutual benefit to the customer and the organization - Arranges for customer learning opportunities that provide incremental value - Keeps informed of competitor activities within the market area and recommends marketing program and service revisions.

- Review customer accounts to ensure that payments are within the approved credit policy and performs collection functions as required - Monitors competitive activity and trends - May be required to keep records and prepare reports on sales activities - Solid knowledge of CPS product offerings including features, benefits, and uses - Ability to interpret soil, tissue and water analysis - Initiates trials that will support marketing efforts - Researches and responds to technical inquiries - Performs other duties as required The Ideal Candidate Outside of the skills and necessary qualifications, our ideal candidate must be committed to achieving superior results with integrity and sustaining our safe and positive work environment while having the ability to embrace working side by side others in a diverse culture.

Qualifications Experience: - Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in agri-business and/or other related customer service function. Equivalent combinations of education and experience, which result in the required level of knowledge, competencies, skills and abilities, may be considered.

Education: - Grade 12 or recognized equivalent, supplemented with successful completion of Certificate in Agriculture, Agri-Business Certificate, or equivalent post-secondary education.

Other: - Demonstrated experience in vocational, agricultural, or a combination of education and work experience - Minimum 2-3 years sales experience - CCA or P.Ag. accreditation is a definite asset, but not required - Strong time management, planning and multi-tasking skills - Excellent communication and people skills, both written and oral - Strong computer skills including all Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and Outlook) - Ability to work independently or as a part of an effective team - Conducts themselves in a professional manner, and ability to keep confidential information - Must possess a valid class 5 driver’s license - Ability to meet the CPS policy requirement by completing a Criminal background check, Drug/alcohol testing, and Driving Record Abstract

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The so c iet y also received grant money from the Monsanto Fund for the amount of $2500 from Canada’s Farmers Grow Communities program.

The receiving organization must be suppor ted by a lo c al farmer to be eligible for a grant in the six-year program. Local farmers Jim and Eileen Kit supports The Mannville Historical Society and were on hand to present the grant cheque on behalf of Canada’s Farmers Grow Communities program.

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2018 Bachelor of Applied Science in Environmental Management

Capstone Presentations Thursday, January 25, 2018 Alumni Hall Theatre, Lakeland College – Open to the Public 2:30-3:00 pm TIME

Introductory Remarks – Dr. Nicole Nadorozny, Practicum Coordinator Alice Wainwright-Stewart, President of Lakeland College

PRESENTER

3:00 – 3:30 pm

Kendra Maw

3:30 – 4:00 pm

Dallas Hayes

4:00 – 4:30 pm

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Management Efforts by Utility Companies to Protect the Osprey (Pandion haliatues) in Canada A Case Study of a Produced Water Pipeline Spill

Fortis Alberta North Shore Environmental

Coffee break (outside Alumni Hall Theatre, upper mezzanine)

4:30 – 5:00 pm

Sierra Larlham

5:00 – 5:30 pm

Jordan Smith

Using a Biophysical Impact Assessment to Determine the Potential Expansion for a Sour Gas Well The Importance of Soil Health in Agricultural Production

North Shore Environmental Vermilion and Kitscoty Counties

Closing Remarks in Alumni Hall Theatre at 5:30 – Dr. Nicole Nadorozny, Practicum Coordinator Dr. Mal Dissanayake, Dean of Environmental Sciences For more information please call Marilyn Sommer at 780 853 8457

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Full Time / Temporary Position To cover Maternity Leave STARTING: Middle of January DUTIES: Reception, Bookkeeping, Payroll, Property Rentals REQUIREMENTS: Vehicle, Computer Skills Only successful applicants will be contacted.

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SCORPIO

This is not the best time to take a risk, to gamble or spend money you really can't afford to part with. Try making some changes to your appearance and your attitude that will reinforce just that.

SAGITTARIUS

You won't be admired at home if you haven't been taking care of your share of the work. You will not be pleased with family members who try to put demands on you when you just don't have the time.

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CAPRICORN

AQUARIUS

You need an outlet. Your fun loving approach will be admired and appreciated by others. You may find that lectures or travel will be highly successful.

PISCES

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Sign up for courses or join fitness clubs.

Get back to the comforts of cottage or home. It might be best not to spend your money on luxuries today.

Purchases will be well worth it and they will last a long time. Direct your energy wisely today. Anger will prevail if you expect help from others. You will have the getup and go to contribute a great deal to groups of interest.

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ARIES

Someone envious of your popularity may challenge you to a debate. You will find that friends or relatives may not understand your needs. Secret information will be eye opening.

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January 15, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice Mark Your Calendar

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VERMILION JR. B TIGERS VS SADDLE LAKE Continued from page 14 The Mannville Historical Society was very pleased to receive the all the funding.

“We would like to thank the presenters who came out today, Viterra who donated $500, along with the community who’s donated a total of approximately $8000 so far,” said Lillian Koniezny, president of the Mannville Historical Society.

When formed in 1998, The Mannville Historical Society had 15 members with the objective of preserving the Mannville Historical Telephone Museum which was the society’s first museum. The museum

is housed in the original telephone office that opened in Mannville in December 1917 with a Northern Electric switchboard.

The telephone office closed in 1965 and became the local library for many years until the Mannville Historical Society converted it into the museum.

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The Vermilion Voice | January 15, 2018

Upcoming United Conservative AGM

Angela Mouly Reporter

The United Conservative Party will be hosting and Annual General Meeting on February 8, at the Vermilion Public Librar y to select permanent board members for the constituency.

Registration will begin at 7 p.m. in the Library basement with the meeting starting at 7:30 p.m.

The par ty will be filling 20 board spaces, and in preparation for the new constituency boundaries has invited members from the Battle River Wain-

wright Constituency.

According to Rowswell, the ideal board will have members who represent the land area of the constituency and reflect both legacy parties(former Wildrose and PC). His hope is for people belonging to or in support of both legacy parties to feel welcome and comfortable in coming.

The AGM will allow the party to gain administrative direction, and in May, board members will attend a policy convention with details released for building on policy and how to run a

nomination.

United Conservative Party memberships will be available for purchase at the AGM, and if people are curious about filling a position or purchasing a membership, the public is welcome to attend and mix and mingle after the meeting.

Making sure procedures are followed, Kalee Kent will chair the event. “It is important to be aware of and involved in politics, based on the fact Garth Rowswell, United Conservative Party that the policies put in place affect Secretary for the Vermilion-Lloydminster people,� said Rowswell.

Constituency. Photo Angela Mouly

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