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Canadian College Finals Rodeo

Cody Lane scored 67 points during his second saddle bronc ride at the Canadian College Finals Rodeo in Vermilion on March 30. See more photos on page 16

Angela Mouly Reporter

Hundreds of college rodeo contestants gathered at Lakeland College Vermilion for the Canadian Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s (CIRA) Finals from March 29 - 31.

Students represented British Columbia Equine College, Olds College, NAIT, SAIT, University of Alberta, University of Lethbridge, Red Deer College, Medicine Hat College, Lethbridge College, Mount Royal University, University of Saskatchewan, and Lakeland College.

Events included pole bending, bareback riding, tie-down roping, breakaway roping, steer wrestling, barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, goat tying, team roping and bull riding. Twentyfour competitors represented Lakeland College throughout the weekend, and numerous volunteers assisted with social

events put on by the rodeo team. Judges were Doug Goodine and Larry Adams, and bull fighters were Josh Haeberle and Dakota Simmes.

A g at h er i n g w i t h e nter t a i n m e nt welcomed families upon their arrival at the Zoo on March 28. Participants wore blue during the first rodeo performance on March 29, and enjoyed a beef on a bun lunch at the Vermilion Regional Centre on March 30.

Jordyn Cornet from Brant, Alberta had a blast at the Canadian College Finals Rodeo competing in breakaway roping and said, “The best part of college rodeo has been making memories with my friends.”

Competing for buckles and prize money, competitors and fans had a ton of fun, and finished off the evening on March 31, with a cabaret at the Vermilion Breakaway Roper, Jordyn Cornet, at the Canadian College Finals Rodeo in Vermilion on Regional Centre.

March 30. Photos Angela Mouly

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“Dogs On Top” – Kitscoty Midget Pitbulls Claim Provincial Championship

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Provincials. The team lost to Oyen 3 - 2 in their first provincial game, won against Pincher Creek, and 11 - 3 against Horse Lake. During the semi-finals, they beat out Valleyview who were the returning champions and went on to win the gold medal game against Oyen 5 - 3.

“We would like to thank the parents for all of their support getting players to and

from the rink as well as their volunteer support. It definitely doesn’t go unnoticed by the players and the team. The community’s support in making this year possible was unbelievable,” said Paul.

Paul noted that in previous years, this team had combined with other communities, and this was the first year to soley have a Kitscoty Pitbulls Midget team.

The Kitscoty Midget Pillbulls prevailed as champions during the Provincial tournament in Taber, held March 22 - 25.

Ringing true, head coach Ricky Paul said that their motto all year had been, “Dogs on top!”

“Throughout the season, the players worked hard on and off the ice - absolutely giving their heart and soul. The small group grew together in the dressing room and on the ice showing their hard work and determination. With a 16-4-3 record in the league, they were probably not the most talented team, but definitely the team that worked the hardest,” said Paul.

Highlights for the Pitbulls included winning their home tournament (the Gordon King Memorial Tournament that began 25 years ago) for the first time in several years, as well as the road to provincials. According to Paul, the team had a pretty convincing win against Mallaig, and won 4 - 1 at home against St. Paul who they hadn’t beaten all year.

The 13 skaters and one goalie were assisted by bantam players, having three forwards and a goalie pulled up for Provincial Champions, the Kitscoty Midget Pitbulls. Photo submitted

During his first year of coaching in his hometown, Paul said that he had played Tom Thumb right through Midget hockey in Kitscoty; attending Provincials all three years as a Midget, but lost out all three times. He was thrilled to have prevailed as a coach and noted the support from other coaching staff Matt Sellen and Sean Wyatt as well.

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The taxes you’ll need to pay on your hobby farm will depend on several different factors, including: • Do you make a profit? The government will consider your farm a business if it generates an income. Be sure to declare all profits made when you file your tax return.

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Upcoming Marwayne PBR

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The Village of Marwayne will be a bustle on April 6 - 7 as professional bull riders and fans gather at the Arena for the 7th Annual Marwayne PBR. Presented by Garnier Custom Silaging, the weekend is sure to be full of excitement.

New this year will be a Junior Bull Riding and Steer Riding event beginning at 7 p.m., along with the ABBI Futurity for a silver donation on April 6. On April 7, doors will open at 5 p.m., and the Wild Pony Races will begin at 6:30. Intermission will feature a Battle of the Breeders Bull Sale, and a dance with live music by the Prairie Dogs to follow. Tickets are $20, or $10 for the dance only, with children 12 and under being free.

“We are so excited to see our PBR grow every year. Now with it being a twoday event again this year, with steer riding and junior bull riding Friday, it is truly a family event! To date, we have raised over $100,000 for the arena, and could not do it without our faithful sponsors!” said Marwayne PBR 2017 Champion, Garrett Green, rides Hookasaurus with a 84.5 score to win the event and $3,865.29 in prize money. event organizer, Kelsey Volz.

Photo credit: Covy Moore/ Marwayne Rodeo 2017

Upcoming Vermilion Folk Club

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Vermilion Folk Club is expecting a lively show as they host Prince Edward Island’s Gordie MacKeeman and his Rhythm Boys at the Vermilion Legion on April 11, at 8 p.m.

This will be a return visit to Vermilion for the performers, as they appeared at an Allied Arts event two years ago.

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‘Bean To Cup’

Angela Mouly Reporter

The aroma drew guests downstairs at the Vermilion Public Library on March 27, as they hosted ‘Bean to Cup,’ a coffee tasting with Prairie Lily Coffee owner, Terry Masikewich.

Masikewich shared how and where coffee is produced and noted that most coffee since the 1930’s hadn’t received a ny q u a l i t y c o ntr o l u nt i l re c e nt l y.

According to Masikewich, coffee trees are grown in over 70 equatorial countries, with arabica grown for the taste, and canephora –robusta grown for its ability to repel bugs. He said that the roles of women in producing countries are changing, that people are now paid for picking both ripe and unripe cherries, and that advocates are beginning

to improve wages from $5 per day.

Masikewich shared that he never originally liked the taste of coffee as his parents left it on the stove all day, and he referenced a memory of his Baba picking buckets and buckets of blueberries.

“Most people are familiar with darker roasts, but with specialty coffee that is roasted well, people can taste the unique flavours of each countr y of origin,” said Masikewich.

Red coffee cherries are brought to a mill for processing, and a green coffee bean emerges. Roasting the bean transforms the chemical and physical properties of a bean, turning it brown and according to Masikewich, sounds much like popping corn.

Masikewich said that ripeness, grow-

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ing height, bugs, etc., can contribute to defects and that you can’t make a bad bean taste good.

“When it comes to tasting specialty coffee, we have to expand our palettes and open our minds - you never know!” said Masikewich.

Guests enjoyed sampling the many varieties of Prairie Lily Coffee, roasted right in rural Saskatchewan, outside Lloydminster. With varieties ranging from fruity to velvety flavours, people were eager to find out where they could find this brand. Prairie Lily Coffee can be purchased at Lloydminster’s Home Hardware; by drip at The Root Emporium, Har vest To Home, or On The Border Bakeshop. Masikewich is looking forward to serving specialty lattes at the Vermilion Fair this summer.

Thank You

Specialty coffee roaster, Terry Masikewich at the Vermilion Public library on March 27.

Photo Angela Mouly

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Please Come Help Us Celebrate The

100TH ANNIVERSARY Of the Vermilion Royal Canadian Legion Field Marshall Alexander Branch 11 on Saturday May 12th 2018 There will be a military display hosted by the Canadian Armed Forces 3rd Division Recruiting Centre at the Legion branch from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., as well as branch members to socialize with. There will be hamburgers and pop for $5 with all proceeds going to the restoration of the soldiers plot at the Vermilion Public Cemetery.

• A formal celebration at the Vermilion Regional Centre will start with comradeship at 1700hrs • Formal banquet catered by Colleen Hozak at 1915hrs • Dance to follow • Tickets for the formal celebration are $35 (includes the Vermilion Legion History Book).

Tickets will be available at the Legion branch, Town Office, Northern Lights Realty & Fantasy Flowers.

Legion Phone # 780-853-5867

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Annual Cross Walk

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Community members gathered at the First United Church on March 30, to participate in the Vermilion Ministerial Association’s Annual Cross Walk. Participants took turns carrying the large wooden cross, and read scriptures at several checkpoints around Vermilion. Singing hymns and worship music as they walked, participants reflected as they braved the cold weather.

James Cryderman and Pastor Brad Shellenberg took a turn carrying the cross during the 2018 Cross Walk in Vermilion. Photos Angela Mouly

BOOKS FOR BELIZE Due To Overwhelming Success, We Are Starting A Third Sea-can!

Accepting generous donations of: Children & Youth Books, School Supplies, Teacher Resources, Looseleaf Paper, Printer Paper are priority.

Please no encyclopedias & textbooks

Recycle Your Copy Paper Boxes Drop donations off at Vermilion Voice Office - 5006 - 50 Ave Proud Supporter of Vermilion Rotary

VERMILION MINOR HOCKEY Special Spring Meeting

Pastor Brad Shellenberg paused to reflect during the Cross Walk on March 30.

COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS The County’s 2017 Financial Statements, Auditor’s Report and

April 19, 2018 7:00 pm

Activities Report have been prepared and copies are available to

Upstairs in the

or telephone (780) 632-2082 and request a copy be mailed to you.

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For More Information Contact: Robin Sherwood 780 853-7255 or any Vermilion Rotarian.

Cowboys and Cowhorses Competition 2018 APRIL 6 - 8th Lakeland College Equine Centre • Vermilion Campus

Friday, April 6 • 7 pm Ranch Rodeo with ranch sorting and ranch doctoring Saturday, April 7 • 11 am Event #1 - CRRA Ranch Roping - open and novice Event #2 - Two-man doctoring Event #3 - Horse/Rider/Stockdog Trial Event #4 - Novice cow horse rein and box Event #5 - Open ranch horse competition pattern and cow work Sunday, April 8 • 10 am CRRA Ranch Roping - open and novice For more information contact Ron Hoffman ron.hoffman@lakelandcollege.ca 1 800 661 6490 ext 8598

County residents and taxpayers during office hours.

Please pick up a copy at the County Office Also available on the County website at www.minburncounty.ab.ca.

County Council County of Minburn No. 27

FARMLAND / RECREATIONAL LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER The owners hereby offer the following parcels of land located near the Town of Elk Point, Alberta, for sale by tender, subject only to the existing reservations on title: 1) Pt. NE 10 - 57 - 6 - W4 (126.02 acres) $4,500 in annual surface lease 2) NW 10 - 57- 6 -W4 (159.88 acres) $100 in annual surface lease as well as active gravel pit.

3) NW 21 - 57- 6 - W4 (159.88 acres) $7,150 in annual surface lease 4) SW 21 - 57-6 - W4 (160.00 acres) $2,000 in annual surface lease The land is located approximately 5 km northeast of Elk Point, Alberta near Moosehills Lake.

The subject properties contain a total of 605.78 titled acres.

The properties are a mix of open pasture land and treed areas. There is a developed gravel pit in the southeast corner of Pt. NE 10 and the remains of an older excavation site in the southeast corner of the NW 10. The properties also contain a number of surface lease sites and an abandoned building site on the SW 21.

Tenders are to be submitted in sealed envelopes marked O’Kane Tender, and mailed to Rick and Colleen Penner, PO Box 1704, Claresholm, Alberta, T0L 0T0.

No conditional tenders will be accepted and the highest, or any tender, will not necessarily be accepted.

Tenders will be opened at noon on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 and will not be opened in public. Only the successful tenderers will be contacted.

Please consider the time it will take for your tender to arrice via Canada Post or arrange alternative delivery to owner.

The successful tenderer shall be obligated to provide a 10% nonrefundable deposit which will be wired to the owner within 72 hours of notification on the successful bid.

The 10% deposit shall constitue a deposit towards the purchase price. Taxes will be adjusted on closing date. There will be no other adjustments.

For further information, please contact Rick or Colleen Penner at (403) 643-2167 or (403) 625 - 6626

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James Wolters Columnist

Apologies are in order for the column last week.

Life managed to fill u p the bu c ket a little faster than I could empty it and something managed to flow over the edges on to the floor. Thankfully the big work project is all wrapped up, soccer tryouts are over, my team took 1st in the “Old Timer” premier league, and an Easter Break without stress is now staring me right in the face. If we could all have that problem, eh?

Back to the subject matter of the column. So I’m sure for the most of u s we g ener ally d o n’ t g o t hrou g h each day with a whole lot happening beyond the routine. There are always the jobs that have by their nature a

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The Next Episode Of Reality TV

bit more risk factor than average… exposure to dangerous chemicals or machinery perhaps or being up high and endeavoring to defy Earth’s gravity. It is said that the most dangerous place to be is at home, but I don’t find myself looking to find danger there all that much…climbing on to roofs or running a chainsaw notwithstanding.

Hmmm…well, I would never say there is NO risk to remaining breathing and being above ground.

So as I drove home this week, it had me thinking of the risks some take going to work each day like our first responders. It’s not every day you get to see them in action, but in this case, it was at the end a relatively uneventful work day on the way home during rush hour in the middle of the Yellowhead highway. As first three then all six lanes of traffic came to a grinding halt to bear witness…a chase by the

RCMP apparently ending under an overpass and an attempt being made to arrest a suspect walking to them with his hands up…right in the center of the eastbound lanes.

So it was surprising, once I lost sight of the takedown behind a semitrailer for a few moments, not to see a handcuffed suspect emerge on the other side to be herded into a patrol c ar d o or. Within a few se c o n d s a running figure broke away from the traffic to run south straight up the side of the overpass embankment, then frantically wave traffic to a stop on top of the bridge and disappear out of sight as more police cruisers hurriedly a r r i ve d f r o m t h e e a s t a n d b e g a n tearing across the median, through ditches, and up the on-ramps on the other side. As traffic began to move again, I was left with the vision of a tightening cauldron of officers on foot

and a surely inevitable outcome. So when I arrived home and described what had happened to my kids, they were a bit incredulous at first and asked if I was joking and had just seen it on TV. I thought that was an interesting reaction for them to have but they do know their Dad …but if they haven’t been exposed to anything like it before with their own eyes I suppose that is not necessarily a bad thing. At any rate, it was interesting to witness personally an example of that unofficial Hollywood slogan “They always get their man.”

For s o m e…t hat i s t he way t h ey spend their work day.

I did take note, however, the next drive home the tracks in the snow going up the overpass embankment were still there…just to make sure I wasn’t seeing things. Realit y T V indeed.

Red Dogs Football Head coach Cory Dressler for the Lloydminster Minor Football Association was on hand on March 28, for the Red Dog Midget Football season. The midget team is for children from all over that came and tried out. The midget season is only 6 weeks and they are trying this year to make it the 4th year in a row be to the Capital District Minor Football champions. A practice followed.

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UPCOMING AUCTIONS Saturday, April 21, 2018 at 10:00 A.M.

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ESTATE OF LONNIE CARPENTER: Versatile 895 4WD Tractor* Flexicoil 85 Heavy Harrows* 9030 Bi-Directional Tractor* Massey 860 Combine (Grey Cab). For More Information, Call Kurt at

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Dawn Hames Columnist

Bannock is a food that is currently trending and enjoying resurgence in popularity, even in upscale restaurants, such as the River Cree in Edmonton, which I had the pleasure of enjoying their fresh bannock. It is a traditional Canadian dish that was also known as Fry Bread and dates back before the 1800’s in Scotland. It is believed to have been introduced to Canada by the Scottish Fur Traders. Scottish bannock was made with oat flour or peameal, and was more like a scone. The Canadian version uses wheat flour and is more like bread. The very first Bannock I ever had was at a restaurant on the Onion Lake reserve. It was amaz-

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Canadian Bannock

ing and I was fortunate to be able to talk to the cook, who graciously shared her method and tips. I have since researched the Native, Métis and Settler recipes and methods, and developed this recipe that works the best with our altitude and flours locally available. If you love fresh bread or donuts, then this might be your new favourite treat. Bannock is a great complement to homemade soups and stews. It can be used as the bun for a burger, and you can sample great bannock burgers at the Clock Tower restaurant in Lloyd. Bannock can also be served warm with butter and jam. There is a lady at the farmers market that makes smaller bannock logs, and fries them up. She then shakes them in bag with a mixture of cinnamon and sugar to coat them. I adore these bits of Canadian history. Bannock makes a great and

1 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons sugar 2 cups water Mix all the dry ingredients in a bowl. Stir in the water. Do not over stir. Allow to sit for 1 hour. The dough is a bit sticky. Preheat cooking oil at three quarters to one inch depth to 375 degrees in an electric frying pan or deep fryer. Put oil on your hands and form the dough into patties with a hole in the center. When you drop the bannock into the hot oil, the hole in the middle disappears. Cook in the oil until golden brown and then flip the bannock and cook the other side until golden brown. Makes 10. If you are serving bannock at the end of the meal with coffee or tea, you can sprinkle it with powdered icing sugar through a sieve when the bannock is hot out of the frying pan.

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We have names for all, Knight the other real black male is also irresistible and is the calmest pup of all; he is a real mellow little guy that loves to cuddle, I would also like to keep him his easy going personality may be an asset.

Then the other four, all Reds, or the rarer red color are all so full of personality also, the two females Miss “Pututi” is the biggest and will also be a part of the team, Lil Luv Lump, is slightly smaller and very red, but also a calm puppy. The two red males are huge. Sir Snownose, named because of his red nose, and “Red Boy” ( temporary name until the wife and I can agree on name] who are both stunning, one with a lighter red coat and the other a darker red; I am trying not to get too close to these two as we may re-home one. As mentioned I want to keep them all but will have to let a couple go to good homes, which we are very selective for, it will be hard but will be a happy time for a good family, meanwhile, they all get a lot of attention and affection.

As their eyes open their facial markings are really starting to stand out, all will

Spring is officially h er e, b u t i t s e e m s Mother Nature didn’t get the memo as more snow, and cold weather is on the way as I write this, but there are signs of spring i f yo u l o o k h ar d er.

Yesterday we had several flocks of geese fly over. If weather predictions are correct those geese may be seen again flying back south, even with another cold snap and few flurries though, spring will come, which will be welcomed by many including myself.

I did get out and do some ice fishing, as recently as yesterday, the ice still super thick, our 3ft/meter long ice auger almost still didn’t make it through the ice, but the fishing was good, so it was worth it.

My friend Blaine and I were ready at sunrise, and it didn’t take long, and we had some outstanding fish on the ice, one a two-foot-long rainbow trout, the biggest rainbow I have seen in the mid-east region here of Alberta. In fact, it was as big as many lake trout caught, so it was an exciting day even if it was just for the morning, I was back before lunch to check up on the new puppies and momma Miss Oohohh.

They were fine of course, but I got to cuddle with every one of them, I try to handle them all equally although I do have my favorites ...and they know it.

There are two of the biggest black and whites we call Sir “Thunder and Lightning,” their eyes are not yet fully open but close. And although they still can’t see, they know the sound of my voice, these two will absolutely be staying as part of the family, they will make a perfect pair in the sled team, of course, I want to keep Photo submitted them all, but that may not be possible.

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simple dessert to have with coffee. When I make bannock I sometimes sprinkle the hot bannock with powdered icing sugar, and it tastes very similar to a donut. Bakers in Winnipeg are using bannock dough to make a type of bannock cinnamon bun and baking them instead of frying. I absolutely have to try that, but I am sure I will have to adjust the recipe. Eggs Benny is also a popular dish served in a favourite Winnipeg restaurant. One advantage of bannock is that baking powder is used instead of yeast, making them faster to make than yeast breads. Unlike store bought breads and baking, there are no food additives or preservatives when you make it yourself.

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The Vermilion Voice | April 2, 2018

Nick’s Family Restaurant Welcomes New Maitre d’

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Since retiring from the Insurance industry Vermilion’s Barry Clampitt has been chomping at the bit to find a new niche to work in and it seems he has done just that! Nick’s Family Restaurant is welcoming Clampitt aboard as their new Maitre d’.

Clampitts new role will give him the opportunity to remain in a social setting where he can use his excellent customer

service skills along with his ability to supervisor in a fast paced work environment.

Clampitt will be welcoming guests to the restaurant, as well as supervising the staff members in both the dining room, and bar area.

“I have been wanting to get back in the workforce part-time since my retirement and Nick offered me the opportunity to come work with him. I feel like the social aspect of this position is going to be a

great fit for me. It will keep me out in the Everyone at Nick’s would like to welcome public and give me the opportunity to stay Barry Clampitt as their new Maitre d’. in touch with what is happening in town,” See more on page 23 said Clampitt.

Clampitt will be starting his new position at the restaurant in the next couple weeks.

“I am so happy Barry has decided to join my team, we are friends and I believe we will have a great working relationship. He has all the skills I am looking for, for this new role,” said Nick.

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April 2, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice

Upcoming Art Show And Sale

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Vermilion Community Art Club will be hosting their 8th Annual Show and Sale at the Vermilion Regional Centre on April 13 -14.

According to show chairman, Sandra Miller, the event in Vermilion is different than most because both viewing and market portions will coincide. Approximately 50 amateur and professional artists are expected from all over east central Alberta.

On April 13, from 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. there will be free admission for the Meet The Artist wine and cheese event. Attendees will be entered to win the $200 Art Bucks draw and must be in attendance.

“We have so much fun! Extremely accomplished musicians, the RGB Trio,

will be playing contemporary jazz. A really nice spread of food will be provided by McDonald’s Family Foods, Cornerstone Co-op, and Lasting Impressions Catering,” said Miller.

On April 14, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. there will be a gift table, and various demonstrations including acrylics, charcoal sketching, henna, and oil painting. Artists will include two pottery venues, and a variety of originals, prints, and cards. The club’s featured artist this year is pastel artist, Susan Richardson.

“The community has been extremely supportive. The club really appreciates all of your contributions which help to make the show a success,” said Miller who in her passion for painting has worked in the industry for over 40 years teaching, selling, and donating art.

Shirley Kinneberg’s artwork at the 2017 Vermilion Art Show and Sale. Photo Vermilion Voice

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Statement lighting. Overhead light fixtures make for gorgeous focal points and help you set the ambiance for the room.

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Simple Spring Ideas Add Seasonal Touches To Your Home (NC) A new season is here, and that means it’s time to give your living spaces an update. Refresh your home with a few strategic elements that can take you from winter to wow.

Surprise with unexpected florals. Flowers during springtime are not exactly a groundbreaking idea, but you can add a twist by incorporating them in creative ways. Think removable wallpaper or a reupholstered statement armchair with pretty, punchy or playful florals. Fresh flowers are never a miss, and you can make them bloom and last longer by placing an ice cube in their water every other day.

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Brighten with a pastel palette.Today’s trending colours are perfect for the season. Add some millennial pink, soft lavender and cheerful yellow with decorative accessories like pillows and art prints for an easy update. For a more substantial makeover, try painting an accent wall

one of these shades for a pop of colour and keep everything else neutral for a balanced look.

Update your window’s look. Sometimes all it takes to energize a space are new window fashions. Be sure to choose something that lets in plenty of the sun’s rays after a long winter, like Pirouette window shadings from Hunter Douglas.

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Consider your routine. Be realistic about your daily habits and how you use the space so you can prioritize furniture and layout. Do you really eat at the dining table, or do you bring your plate to the couch? Do you work from home, or can you do away with that stately desk?

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Furtas explains, “The prices of phosphorus-based products have had strong demand in North America. That, and demand in India and Brazil, increased the phosphorous price at New Orleans in late 2017 and early 2018. More production of phosphate will be coming on line, but it is difficult to nail down when.”

As for what Alberta producers can expect for the growing season, Furtas says that this is an interesting time in the fertilizer markets. “It is not uncommon to see a fertilizer price increase this time of year. However, prices for nitrogen, which is the big one for Alberta producers, is currently sitting 15 per cent below the five year average.” “ Fer t ilizer ret ail er s an d A l b er t a producers have done a good job investing and increasing bulk fertilizer storage.

I am sure producers and retail are filling that space,” Furtas adds. “Anything a producer can do to fill their capacity now may help them avoid local supply issues especially if wet late spring happens.”

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A monthly Alberta provincial average tracks fertilizer prices. “Both nitrogenbased fertilizers, urea and ammonia, are approximately 15 per cent below the five year price average,” mentions Furtas.

The February value for urea came in at $466 per metric tonne, or 46 cents per pound: $140 per metric tonne, or 10 cents per pound, lower than the five year average.

The monthly anhydrous ammonia price increased in February, putting it back into line with late 2017 prices, converging with the per pound cost of urea. “The current price for ammonia comes in at $818 per metric tonne, or 45 cents per pound,” says Furtas. “That is $140 per metric tonne, or eight cents per pound, below the five year average.”

In February, phosphorus-based fertilizers increased $20 per metric tonne to $725 per metric tonne, or 54 cents per pound, sitting at the five year average.

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Tuesday, April 10 @ 1:00 pm Bred Cow & Heifer Sale Thursday, April 12 @ 12:30 pm All Breeds Presort Internet Calf Sale Friday, April 20 @ 5:00 pm Horse & Tack Sale Thursday, April 26 @ 12:30 pm All Breeds Presort Internet Calf Sale

WWW.NORTHERNLIVESTOCKSALES.CA LIVE AUCTIONS AT WWW.DLMS.CA

NOTTA RANCH

Division of Northern Livestock Sales Lloydminster, Meadow Lake & Prince Albert

Jason and Sara Goodfellow 780-872-8788

SPOTS AND SPROUTS John and Dale Herbert 306-893-7520

RAVENWORTH CATTLE Garry and Donna Berting 306-367-2013

306-825-8831 Photo submitted

THERE'S NOTHING MORE VALUABLE THAN KNOWLEDGE

PROVIDING NEWS FROM VERMILION AND AREA SINCE 2004.

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Bull Market AFSC Announces Reduced Insurance Premium Rates For 2018 Growing Season

AFSC

Submitted

Lacombe - Many of Alberta’s crop producers will benefit from lower crop insurance premium rates when they insure their crops with AFSC this spring.

On average, 2018 premium rates for crops are 8 per cent lower than they were in 2017. The rate change for specific crops will vary depending on the actual loss experience for that crop as well as the risk area.

The decrease in premium rates is a reflection of the generally good growing conditions over the past few years, which resulted in positive results for the crop insurance program. The recent experience has also translated into increased yield coverage for many producers in 2018.

Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food: “Under the new Canadian Agriculture Partnership (CAP), the federal/ provincial/ territorial partnership agreement, the Government of Canada is committed to offering effective and affordable Agriculture Business Risk Management Programs like AgriInsurance.” Oneil Carlier, Minister of Agriculture and Forestry: “AgriInsurance continues to play a key role in protecting producers when

the weather turns against them and I encourage producers to contact AFSC to review their existing policies or to learn more about the programs that are available.” Darryl Kay, Interim CEO, AFSC: “We are pleased to be able to reduce AgriInsurance premium rates so producers can manage their risk and get the coverage they need. In addition to reducing rates, we have also made changes to the program itself and how it is delivered.

“In response to the feedback received from producers, the following changes have been introduced: • A 10 per cent claim deductible being introduced under the Spring Price Endorsement, which will reduce the premium rate charged to clients between 20 per cent and 30 per cent depending on the crop selected; • Aligning insurance coverage for two new wheat classes after the Canadian Grain Commission reclassified a number of wheat varieties, moving them from Canadian Prairie Spring (CPS) and Canadian Western Red Spring (CWRS) to the new Canadian Northern Hard Red (CNHR) and Canadian Western Special Purpose (CWSP) classes; • Introducing AFSC Connect, just

another way for AFSC clients to conduct their business. The new online platform provides producers with a number of online functionalities that include viewing and managing their account information, chat ting online with Client Contact Centre staff, and conducting a number of transactions, including filing

change requests to make adjustments to their crop insurance policy. The online platform was developed with the needs of AFSC clients in mind, and will continually be enhanced, and developed, to meet their changing needs; • April 30 is the deadline to apply for, make changes to or cancel insurance.

LLOYDMINSTER LIVESTOCK SALES

APRIL 7TH, 2018 S-W MEMORIAL PEN OF 5 REPLACEMENT SALE @ 1:00 PM • Featuring Excellent quality replacement heifers.

• Prize money for first place pen of 5, as voted by the people.

• Customer appreciation starts at 12:00 pm.

306-825-8831

WWW.NORTHERNLIVESTOCKSALES.CA

Division of Northern Livestock Sales Lloydminster, Meadow Lake & Prince Albert

DEER RIVER RANCHING Black Angus Bull Sale Saturday, April 28 - 1 pm

3RD ANNUAL BULL & FEMALE SALE April 4 2018 - 1:00 PM th

AT Bow Slope Shipping Association, Brooks, AB

Red & Black Simmental & Angus

At Bow Slope Shipping Assoc. Brooks, AB Featuring: 100 2 Year Old Black Angus Bulls & 50 Yearling Bulls

Low Maintenance * Performance Genetics Maternal * Longevity * Calving Ease

Offering 54 Bulls and 19 Heifers

Bulls from these sires sell!

BROOKING BANK NOTE 4040 (ANGUS)

SEVEN-M RICOCHET 4B (ANGUS)

Semen Tested, Guaranteed & Built to Last View Bulls at the Youngstown ranch location Self contained herd, introducing new genetics with A.I.

SWAN LAKE LOADED 99A (SIMMENTAL)

WHEATLAND KILL SWITCH 598C (SIMMENTAL)

For more Information Call (403)378-3809

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Bull Market

From left, Stock Contractor Dale Woodward with Curtis Anderson who spoke to create brain injury awareness, and talked about the importance of helmets, and taking time off if competitors have a concussion at the Canadian College Finals Rodeo in Vermilion on March 30.

A tie-down roper on March 30, at the CCFR.

Cole Hartman, Lakeland College student from Swift Current, Saskatchewan during the bull riding event at the Canadian College Finals Rodeo on March 30.

A lamb braved the cold at Lakeland College in Vermilion on March 30. Photos Angela Mouly

A luminous sun set in Vermilion on March 30.

PRE-SORT INTERNET CALF AND YEARLING SALES EVERY WEDNESDAY THROUGHOUT THE FALL STARTING AT 9:30 AM. PRE-SORT CATTLE NEED TO BE IN BY 4:30PM THE DAY BEFORE REGULAR SALES EVERY WEDNESDAY BUTCHER COWS AND BULLS FOLLOW THE PRE-SORT

2018 SPECIAL SALES CALENDAR North Central Livestock Sale and Appreciation Day has been rescheded to Saturday April 14th at 11 AM. For more information please call the market at 780-853-5372.

Thank you for your understanding.

Sat April 7

SALE DAY INFORMATION

GOOD-ANCHOR CHAROLAIS Don Good & Marion Smyth

SALE DAY PHONE 780-853-5372

| Vermilion AB | 780-853-2220 | | don.marion.good@gmail.com |

XXX FARMS Dean & Dana Davidson | Kitscoty AB | h780-846-2452 | c780-872-9550 | | xxxfarmsddavidson@gmail.com | LAKEVIEW CHAROLAIS Rob & Heather Murray

| Marwayne AB | h780-875-0218 | c780-205-0912 | | www.lakeviewcharolais.ca |

MISTY HILLS CHAROLAIS Brian Chrisp & Connie Smith

| Vermilion AB | 780-853-3315 | blchrisp@hoMWWTail.ca |

DELIVERY AND BOARD

| Free board available until June 1, 2017. Delivery arrangements can be made with the contributor. Bulls are managed at the new owner’s risk. We recommend you insure your bull if you leave him with us. Insurance will be available sale day.

ONLINE

SALE STAFF | auctioneer

RYAN KONYNENBELT 403-892-6534 | blockman BRIAN CHRISP 780-853-3315

| ringman

JIM PULYK 780-853-0626 HARVEY TRACH 780-645-5172 | If you are not able to attend the sale, bidding and viewing will be available with DLMS. Please register for your free account by going to www.dlms.ca and navigating to the REGISTRATION tab. If you would like to be approved to bid, login and click the BUYER APPROVAL, then select “Vermillion Charolais Group” sale and click to sign up. For any questions, please contact Whitney Bosovich, 780-991-3025 or Mark Shologan, 780-699-5082.

INSURANCE | CFI Insurance Group

Heather Barr 780-853-7076

1:00 PM

On offer 75 – 2 year olds and 10 yearling bulls call Dean Davidson 780-87 2-9550, Brain Crisp 780-853-3315 or Rob Murray 780-205-0912

APRIL 7, 2018 | 32ND BULL SALE BROUGHT TO YOU BY

Vermilion Charolais Group - Annual Charolais Bull Sale

Sat April 21

Annual Vee Tee Black Angus Bulls & Mitchell Farms Production Sale (beef on a bun served at noon)

10:00 AM

Feeders will sell at 10 AM Approx. 500 feeder steers & heifers, Vee Tee Angus Bull sell at 1PM with approx.

1000 open replacement heifers to follow – For bull information call Don Davies 780-808-5607, Ted Davies 780-808-9627 For feeder cattle and replacement heifers call Les Mitchell 780-871-1054 or Jim Pulyk 780-853-0626

PLEASE CALL AND PRE-BOOK YOUR CATTLE WITH ONE OF OUR SALES REPRESENTATIVES &/OR FIELDMEN:

WWW.NCLVERM.COM

Agents for Direct Livestock Marketing Systems

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SCHOOL NEWS Monica To Submitted

On March 23, the “neon” dance hosted over 230 kids in the large gymnasium! Many thanks to the parents and teachers who helped volunteered to supervise the event throughout the evening and also to those who assisted in cleanup.

The annual J. R. Robson Talent Show was also held on March 21. Featuring many students with hidden skills that very little of the

Margaret McCormack Submitted

The day the students at St. Jerome’s finally arrived; Gymnastics Day! Which house, Cartier, Fraser or Mackenzie, would take home the coveted trophy this year. Students used the morning to finalize their performances. At 1p.m. the gym was vibrating with energy as the houses asked that all important question of each other: “We’ve got Spirit, yes we do! We’ve got Spirit, how about you?” The event began with the Swedish Drill, followed by the breath-taking pyramids. All teams showed off their talents and skills with their highly entertaining performances. These two big events were followed by individual and partner balances, and routines This year’s themes were Cartier- The Lion King, Fraser - Justice League and Mackenzie - Apollo 11.

After all the performances were completed and as the judges deliberate the houses

Karen King Submitted

We would like to thank McDonald’s Family Foods for donating the snacks for our Kindergarten Registration and Information Night. They delivered granola bars and juice boxes for all of the children that came to see the classroom and play that evening. This is such a generous act that has been going on for a few years now.

VES Has Talent ran from March 26-29.

Students and staff participated by singing, playing instruments, and dancing. There was also a table that displayed talents, like jam making, crocheting, photography, quilting, pottery, drawing, lego and many other talents. VES would like to thank the Spirit Team, under the direction of Mrs. Joa and Mrs. Myshaniuk, for putting on such a magnificent week of talent. Every

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school population knew about, we witnessed vocal and piano musicianship and dance expressions. Ziqi Shang, Breanne Gourley, Bray Crowe and David Slater performed on the piano; Sydney Uden performed Irish dance; Grade 8 trio Melayna Kennedy, Emma and Alexis Hager performed a Scottish dance. Singers included Jayden Scully and Jassie Trimming, Mac Brousseau, and Monica Hobbis. MC of the vent, Amber Wagner in Grade 10, declared an open mic session at the end encouraging spontane-

ous displays; Rivega Oh performed a classical song from memory! The event was overall an impressive display of talents. Preceding the show was a pep rally featuring basketball and curling teams from the past season. The senior boys concluded the assembly with a shooting contest where fellow teammates competed in a 3-point shooting face-off and then the highest scorer against their coach, Mr. Woodward.

On St. Patrick’s Day weekend, Mr. Woodward, Assistant Coach Mr. Shayne Swee-

ney, and the team left for Claresholm, south of Calgary to compete in the ASAA 2018 Boys 2A Championship. They won their last 2 games against Three Hills and Holy Redeemer, placing 6th in 2A Boys’ Basketball in the province overall!

Don’t forget: Mar. 29: 7A trip to Ronald McDonald House, Apr. 9: Report Card #3, Apr. 12: Parent/Teacher Interviews, Apr. 18: Senior Art Trip to Edmonton, Apr. 19: 7B trip to Ronald McDonald House, Apr. 20: VIBE Mental Health Art contest.

St. Jerome’s School News

challenge each other to the annual “Tugof-War”. Congratulations to all of the house leaders! We are so proud of the energy, commitment and patience that you have put toward making this event an amazing experience. Thank you to our judges, Mrs. Moir, Mrs. LaBoucane and Miss Penner. And the winner is Cartier, second goes to Mackenzie with Fraser placing third.

March Happigrams were hosted by Mrs. Lysons’ Grade 2 student on Thursday, March 29. The students did a fantastic job singing the iconic Canadian song, “I’ve Got Canada In My Pocket”, they recited an Easter poem and finished off the celebration with the song, “Joy, Joy In My Heart”.

Their voices were clear, loud and full of energy. Well done, Grade Two! Congratulations to all of the March Happigram winners for their hard work, improvement in reading, math and demonstrating qualities of kindness, love and compassion.

Leadership 10 teamup up with the staff at the Vermilion Valley Lodge to recreate

“Carnival” for their residents. It was the first annual Spring Fling Carnival. Many of the residents came out for an afternoon of carnival games, snacks and they even had the chance to throw whipped cream pies at management.

Congratulations to all the Spartan badminton players who competed in the tournaments in Wainwright on Saturday, March 24. Both our Sr. Team and Jr. Team were in action. Congratulations to those Spartans who played their personal best and Cody Jackson/Trista Minish -Gold Mixed Doubles, Shae Collins/Janyl Bardoel -Gold Girls Doubles, Perry Anderson/Jesse Rogan - Silver Boys Doubles.

On Friday, March 23 elementary students held their Jump Rope for Heart Event.

Grade 1 to 5 students gathered in the gym to spend the hour skipping. Each class would take turns skipping for a minute. Students were treated to a fruitsicle at the end of their hard work. Our amazing students, with the generous support of our community, were

able to raise close to $6000 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

We hope that everyone has a very blessed Easter and a relaxing break. See you Monday, April 9.

Photo submitted

Vermilion Elementary School News

single person participating was made to feel very special.

Parent Teacher interviews occurred on the evening of March 28. Thank you to all the parents who took the time to visit the school and find out what their children are learning and the progress that is being made on a daily basis.

For our spring fundraiser, instead of selling perogies, we are having a cash raffle. It runs from March 1 to April 30, with the draw date being May 1. Tickets are $10 each and there are only 1000 tickets printed. Prizes are: 1st - 25 per cent of ticket sales, 2nd - 15 per cent of ticket sales, 3rd - 10 per cent of ticket sales.

All tickets are to be returned to the office by 10:00 on April 30. No late sales returns will be accepted. The proceeds will go towards transportation for class field trips.

VES yearbooks go on sale from April 9-30. If you would like to obtain a copy

of your child’s school year, please let the Apr. 10 – Klondike Relays in Edmonton; school know of your interest. The price Apr. 20 – No School – PL Day; Apr. 27 – to buy a yearbook is $20 and they will be VES Breakfast 7:30-9. delivered in September.

The VES Hot Lunch Society will once again be hosting the annual VES breakfast. It will take place on April 27, running from 7:30 - 9.

For $5.00 per person, you will enjoy pancakes, s au s a g e s , f r u i t a n d juice. Please mark this date on your calendar and be sure to attend.

Dates to Remember: Mar. 5-April 30 – 50/50 Fundraiser; Mar. 30-Apr. 8 – Easter Break; Apr. 9 – School Resumes; Apr. 10 – Assembly at 10:45; Photo submitted

Mannville School News

Susan Obrigewitch (Easter bread) and pysanka (Easter eggs).

Submitted Badminton season is well under way at O u r E l e m e n - Mannville School. Coaching this year are tary Jump Rope for Mr. Starner, Mr. Polishuk, and Mrs. Murray.

Heart Fundraising There are twelve junior high students is off to an amaz- and eight high school students participating start. Our school ing in the various levels and categories. has raised $900 in online donations alone! The junior high team will be competing We encourage students to continue to do in the BTJHAA North playoffs in Kitscoty great work. Every donation helps us reach and Marwayne on April 17 with winners our fundraising goal of $4000 and helps to advancing to the finals in Wainwright on protect more hearts! All forms will be due April 26. The senior high team will be back by our event day, Friday, April 13th!! competing at Districts in Vermilion on April Our Grade 3 class travelled to the Ukrai- 19 with winners advancing to the NEASAA nian Village to take part in their Velykden Zone competition in Lac La Biche on (Ukrainian Pioneer Easter) program to learn April 25.This past weekend saw Baylee about beliefs and traditions surrounding this Strowger, Haley Dach, Cole Demas, Max important Ukrainian holiday. Highlights of Amero, Kenra Pike, and Zach Polishuk the day included making homemade paska travel to Wainwright for an open Badmin-

ton tournament. This means that there are provides a positive learning experience for no age categories so Grade 10 students all involved. could end up competing against Grade 12 Upcoming Dates: April 19 – Community students. Even though we did not come Volunteer Appreciation Evening. home with any hardware, the students had a great tournament and represented our school and community with pride.

Baseball Alberta came to our school on March 22 to launch the Winterball program to elementary classes. The primary focus of Winterball is to introduce children to the fundamentals of baseball in a fun manner that is non-competitive and that Photo submitted

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CLASSIFIEDS AND CAREERS

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AWNA BLANKET AND LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS AUCTIONS 2 PARCELS OF REAL ESTATE - Thorhild, AB. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 25 in Edmonton. 12+/- title acres country acreage w/1648+/- sq ft home, 226.5+/- title acres farmland.

Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Brokerage: Ritchie Bros. Real Estate Services Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate.

FIREARMS AUCTION APRIL 21st - Three sessions live and online. Bidding opens April 6th. www.switzersauction.com. Toll-Free 1-800-694-2609; email: paul@switzersauction.com. Estates and collections wanted. Switzer’s - Canada’s #1 Firearms Auction.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Restrictions in walking/dressing? $2,500 yearly tax credit. $40,000 lump sum cheque. Disability Tax Credit. Expert Help. Lowest service fee nationwide. 1-844-453-5372.

CAREER TRAINING BECOME A HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR! 12 week certificate program offered in Drumheller September 2018. Information session April 11. For more information, Campus Alberta Central 403-823-8300.

COMING EVENTS FIREARMS WANTED for April 21st, 2018 live and

online auction. Rifles, Shotguns, Handguns, Militaria, Auction or Purchase. Collections, Estates, individual items. Contact Paul, Switzer’s Auction. Toll-free 1-800-694-2609, info@switzersauction.com or www. switzersauction.com.

2018 DAWSON CITY INTERNATIONAL Gold Show. The northernmost placer mining and consumer trade show. May 18th & 19th. Visit goldshow. dawsoncitychamberofcommerce.ca for information.

Or call 867-993-5274.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ASPHALT PAVING COMPANY long established in Edmonton requires Salesman, Foreman & Workers for work in the city. Must have extensive experience with all aspects of paving & equipment operation.

780-466-7763.

JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: www.awna.com/resumes_add.php.

SANDMAN INNS RURAL BC recruiting management couples, both full-time and part-time roles available. Ask us about our great employee perks and accommodation. Apply on https://sandmanhotels. prevueaps.com.

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career!

Employers have work-at-home positions available.

VOICE CLASSIFIEDS AND CAREERS BULL SALE GIVE AWAY CHAROLAIS Be-Rich Farms Ltd. virgin 2 year old Do you have give aways? Until further notice The Verand yearling bulls, polled horned and semen tested milion Voice will run your ad for FREE. Call 780-853white tan. Performance data available. Phone Richard 6305 or email vermilionvoice@gmail.com Smith at 780-846-2643.

SERVICES FOR RENT CLEAN AND UPDATED RESIDENTIAL RENTALS 1,2 & 3 Bedroom suites. Includes Fridge, Stove, Washer and Dryer and 1100 sqft of living space with private decks. Also includes, Private parking and a safe quiet neighbourhood with Management on site!

Conveniently located close to schools, mall as well as downtown. Rent from $695 to $995/month. Call or text You will like our prices! Take the time to give us a call!

Wanda at 780-581-5648 Lloydminster 780-875-6636, Toll Free # 1-888-8581011.

BULL SALE

WANTED

Justamere 23rd Annual Bull Sale Monday April 9th 2018 1 PM at the Farm Lloydminster, SK.

Pasture for 50 Cow / Calf pairs Contact Shirley

50 Black Angus Bulls

1-780-603-0082

ON OFFER:

Can view Videos and bidding live on internet on sale day at www.dlms.ca

PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE FOR ADDITIONAL BULL SALE UPDATES

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FEED AND SEED HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-2505252.

REAL ESTATE PRAIRIESKY ROYALTY LTD. is a publicly-traded company in Calgary that acquires oil and gas fee title and royalty interests at fair market value. To receive a cash offer, call 587-293-4055 or visit: www. prairiesky.com/Selling-Your-Royalties.

320 ACRES of good Saskatchewan land in east central Saskatchewan. 10 year lease in place paying $19,800 or 4.6%. $428,000. Contact Doug @ 306-716-2671 or saskfarms@shaw.ca.

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

SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $4,397. Make Money and Save Money with your own bandmill - Cut lumber any dimension. In stock, ready to ship. Free Info & DVD: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT; 1-800567-0404 Ext: 400OT. COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $0.99/each for a box of 180 ($178.20). Also full range of tree, shrub, and berry seedlings. Free shipping most of Canada.

Growth guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or TreeTime.ca.

MANUFACTURED HOMES

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GET BACK ON TRACK! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need Money? We Lend! If you own your own home - you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp.

Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420. www.pioneerwest. com.

FARM HELP WANTED Mid-sized mixed farm looking for an individual or a young family to work near Athabasca, Alberta.

100 head cow calf, 500 acres hay/silage and 1,500 acres of cereal and oilseed crops. Room and board can be provided or full housing for a family.

• Salary negotiable with experience and accommodation • Experience preferred and training provided

Contact David dsale@mcsnet.ca 780-213-4541 (Cell) 780-675-3541 (Home)

Vermilion Tim Horton’s REQUIRES

Food Counter Attendant and Baker Seniors welcome to apply Full time/ Part time /shiftwork benefits after probation

Apply in Person or by email gregrwhitney@gmail.com

CAREER OPPORTUNITY Vermilion Family Day Home Program is now looking for program providers

Is looking for the Following positions...

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

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

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

PART-TIME DISHWASHER / KITCHEN HELP Competitive Wage

Fax resume to: Egisto @ 780-853-8421

or email:

egisto.mariani@lakelandcollege.ca 18041MW0

EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS Visit womenbuildingfutures.com and click on MyWBF to learn which trade is best for you and hear from women who are successful in the trades.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PT Administrative Support Preferences will be given to applicants who possess: • Minimum qualification is completion of Grade 12 with at least 2 years’ experience in an office setting combined with office procedures and related administrative experience.

• Strong knowledge of computer applications within a Windows environment with an emphasis on Microsoft Word and Excel.

• Municipal experience would be an asset.

• Ability to work with the general public in a professional and friendly manner.

• Must possess strong organizational skills, excellent written and verbal communication.

Closing Date: April 13, 2018, or until a suitable candidate is selected.

ONLY THOSE SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED

Please forward Sealed Applications to: Village of Mannville 5127 50th Street Box 180 Mannville, Alberta T0B 2W0 ATTN: Jody Quickstad, CAO info@mannville.com

BUSINESS CARDS

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VERMILION AND AREA BUSINESSES First General Services Ltd.

COUNTRY TOUCH MASSAGE

The Insurance Restoration Specialists

Fire Wind Extraction Flood

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McMinis & Company

DIGITAL PRINT SERVICES

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Alan McMinis, CPA, CGA Patricia Hanson, CPA, CGA Robert B Ernst, CPA, CA 5135 50th Avenue VERMILION, AB T9X 1A8 Phone: (780) 853-2922 Fax: (780) 853-2707 Email: emailus@mcminis.ca

Located on the south side of Vermilion campus next to the Service Centre.

For more information call 780.853.8410 or email printing@lakelandcollege.ca

• Long Crack Repair • Windshield Replacement • Full line of Truck Accessories • Stone Chip Repair

THE BEST WARRANTY IN THE INDUSTRY! 4501 - 46 Ave., Vermilion 780-581-0111 www.crackmasterscanada.com

VERMILION AND AREA HOME BUSINESSES Vermilion Breeders Co-op Financing Available for Bred Cows, Bred Cows with Calves at Side, and Bred Heifers

Wendy Gill

Vacation Designer

P: 780-853-7671 e: wgill@thetravelagentnextdoor.com w: www.wendygill.thetravelagentnextdoor.com

Rick Rewuski Box 1265, Dewberry, AB T0B 1G0 Ph: (780) 847-4166 Fax: (780) 847-4944

• SKID STEER, EXCAVATOR & TRACTOR ATTACHMENTS • Sales & Rentals • BRUSH CUTTING & MULCHING SERVICES 780-853-3699 780-674-1568

JBN CONSTRUCTION, LTD

NEW BUILDINGS & OLD BARNS TIN ROOFING, 5” EAVESTROUGHING SIDING, SOFFIT & FASCIA

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CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE

(780)581-1063

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TODD MADDEX

[780] 581-4251

BOX 3317

VERMILION, AB

T9X 2B3

Vermilion Septic Services Elaine Urwin, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

(780) 853-3605

Trent Westman owner/operator

Brandon Tupper

5002-65th St Vermilion, AB T9X 1X6 c : 780.581.8775 t : 1.888.545.7707 Brandon@KnightsSpraying.ca f : 1.780.628.0777 www.KnightsSpraying.ca

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RESIDENTIAL/COMMERCIAL SERVICES

Installation of Siding, Window Capping, Soffit, Fascia, Eavestroughing FOR A FREE ESTIMATE CALL TOM AT 780-581-6167 NO JOB TOO SMALL

CELL: 306-307-2645 780-808-1957 Leave a message 780-853-2336

CROSSWORD PUZZLES ACROSS 1 Helps 5 Small boat 10 Wing 13 Oil change company 15 Listlessness 16 Direct 17 Stomache sore 18 Title of Italian woman 19 Monosodium glutamate 20 Beg 21 Lovers quarrel 23 Scottish people 25 Of no value 26 Cursed 28 Pixy 31 Pout 32 Oaf 33 Scene division 34 Calorie 37 Small particle 38 Woodworker's tool 40 Natural sand pile 41 Miles per hour 42 Rotating mechanism

DOWN 43 Island nation 44 Chisel 45 Nabbed 46 Soiled 49 Wading bird 50 Aleutian 51 Swiss-like cheese 52 Future Farmers of America (abr.)

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The Vermilion Voice | April 2, 2018

Vermilion Curling Club Mixed Bonspiel

A Event Winners Doug Zingel rink from Lloydminster. From left, lead Jill Watson, 2nd Craig Watson, 3rd Nola Zingel, skip Doug Zingel. Photos submitted

C Event Winners Jared Crooks rink from St. Albert. From left, lead Brynn Tralnberg, 2nd Jesse Klym, 3rd Terri Tralnberg, skip Jared Crooks.

B Event Winners Derek Westman rink from Vermilion. From left, lead Jody Eyben, 2nd Cary Eyben, 3rd Chlesy Westman, skip Derek Westman.

Fun Event Winners From Vermilion from left, Colin Farkash, Terra Throndson, Bryce Stepanick, Shaunda Rozka.

Vermilion Vipers Summer Swim Club

FOR RENT Three Bedroom House Available May 1st Hardwood Floors Fridge, Stove, Washer & Dryer Partially Furnished Call 780-581-4235

NOTICE OF

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The AGM and registration will be on April 10, 2018 at 6:30 pm in Multipurpose Room at the Pool.

All present and new members are invited to attend.

Board positions that require fulfillment: Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer • 2018 Season will begin May 1 and run until August 17, 2018 • Swim times are Mon-Thurs 5:00 to 6:30. This will include 15 minutes of dryland training.

• Mini Vipers swim from 5:00-5:45. Minis vipers must have completed at least the Sea Otter level of the Red Cross swimming lessons.

• Any questions or if you are interested in joining our team please email vermilionvipers@gmail.com We are also on Facebook Vermilion Vipers Swim Club

COMING EVENTS COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE At Buffalo Coulee Hall TWP Rd 482 Range Rd 73

APRIL 14, 2018

10 AM - 2 PM

Tables $10

Community Closet Donates The Community Closet Society recently donated $20,000 to the VDHF Capital Campaign.

President Rose Hardy stated that the Board chose the lodge because it is a needed facility in the community. “The society gladly donates to the Capital Campaign because you never know when you may need it, but it is there.” The Capital Campaign winds up March 31, but there is still time contribute. Stop by the Office at 5401 – 46 St. Vermilion or donate at www. vdhf.ca Volunteer Liz Perron, VDHF Capital Campaign volunteer Bruce Macduff, President Rose Hardy. Photo submitted The

ISLAY HEALTH CENTRE AUXILIARY LADIES

GARAGE SALE

MAY 5TH

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

LUNCH WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

TO RENT A TABLE CONTACT JANET AT 780-744-2149

To Book Phone 780-853-6712 or 780-787-0763 Burgers & Pop Available

Hope in Motion For Cancer Will be holding a Dessert Night on

Friday April 13, 2018 at the Dewberry Hall

Tarp Maker 43 Years of Custom Made Craftmanship

Please come join us for delicious desserts, coffee, tea or juice. We will have entertainment, an exciting and fun live auction, silent auction, bake table and raffle. The event is free with donations to Hope in Motion appreciated.

• Boat Covers • Truck Tarps • Roll ups • Hunter Tents • Banners • Repairs

Doors Open at 6:30 pm All proceeds will be sent to the Haying in the 30’s Cancer Support Society www.hayinginthe30s.com For More Info Contact Gary Etherington 780-847-2170

• RV Awnings and Enclosures • Windshield Covers • Commercial Awnings • Insulated Wraps • Quality Material Only • Saddlery and Shoe Repair

Wessels in Mannville • 763-3789

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HOROSCOPE/SUDOKU AND SOLUTIONS Daily Sudoku: Sat 31-Mar-2018

TAURUS

Get involved in the activities of children. They will teach you far more than you expect. Do not react too harshly when dealing with partners. Don't deny yourself today.

GEMINI

You can enjoy social events and meet new potential mates; however, avoid being lavish.

Someone is trying to pull the wool over your eyes, and if you're gullible, it may cost you.

CANCER

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You can make new friends and experience new things if you do a bit of traveling. Get down to business and do the work yourself. Career changes may not be your choice right now, but in the long run they will be to your advantage.

LEO

Travel will be on your mind, but you should be sure that you've got all your work up-to-date. Look out for yourself today.

Travel, although enticing, will cost more than you expect.

VIRGO

You could have trouble persuading others to accept your ideas and opinions. Uncertainties about your living arrangements may be unnerving.

LIBRA

You will learn a great deal about yourself if you go somewhere secluded. You should be traveling to that exotic destination you've been dreaming about. Spend time by yourself to avoid any conflicts with family members.

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SCORPIO

You may want to plan physical activities that will help burn off some of their excess energy.

Things will be hectic and family members will be erratic. Don't shy away from potential mates they want to introduce you to.

CAPRICORN

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Your interest in religion and philosophy may lead you to specific destinations. You may have some difficulties with someone you live with. You may want to clear the air where older relatives are concerned.

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Try to slow down, and take another look.

You can utilize your versatile mind and dazzle others with your speed and accuracy.

You are best to ask questions if you aren't certain about issues that are confronting you.

Travel and family gatherings should be in order. You can make major gains if you talk to your boss about your findings.

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Do you really want to start something with someone you can't reason with? You will be uncertain of your feelings. Losses are likely if you aren't careful where you leave your valuables.

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ARIES

Your sensitive nature will allow others to read you well. Offer consolation, but don't give them any direction. Your lover will be extremely sensitive and now will not be a good time to make changes that they won't like.

LOCAL NEWS

April 2, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice

St. Jerome’s Gymnastics Day

St. Jerome’s School held their annual Gymnastics Day on March 28. The audience was amazed at the flexibility and strength of Grades 4 - 12 students who participated in Swedish drills and pyramid formations.

In friendly competition, students represented their school houses, with Cartier

placing 1st, Mackenzie 2nd, and Fraser 3rd.

An event bulletin read, “While we all take pride in belonging to our individual house, at the end of the day we come together to compete as one body against all comers; because ‘Once a Spartan, always a Spartan.’”

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Madison Ferguson at St. Jerome’s Gymnastics Day on March 28.

Tayla Zacharias at the 2018 Gymnastics Day at St. Jerome’s School. Photos Sue Chikie

Vermilion Visitor Information Centre (2 Summer Positions) Application deadline: 4:30 pm, Friday, March 30, 2018 We are looking for two applicants to start April 30, 2018 – September 3, 2018.These are Full-time positions as we get ready for the Summer Tourism Season!

Qualifications: Visitor Information Centre staff must be proactive and able to recall/search Alberta information quickly and be comfortable dealing with people. Having well-honed listening and questioning skills are essential, in order to establish credibility in your interactions with travelers. All candidates must have a high school education.

Job Type: Full-time Required education: • High school or equivalent

Salary: $14.00/hour

• Applicants must be returning to school studies in the fall

Please send a resume, cover letter & references to: Town of Vermilion Attention: Mary Lee Prior, Economic Development 5021 – 49 Ave Vermilion, AB T9X 1X1 Email: economic@vermilion.ca Phone: 780-853-7747 | Fax: 780-853-4910 Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

PART-TIME POSITION We are looking for a

SALES / REPORTER Temporary position with the possibility of being permanent Wage based on experience Apply in person with a resume to:

The Vermilion Voice

5006 - 50 Avenue, Vermilion, AB

780-853-6305

The Vermilion Knights of Columbus donated the proceeds of their pancake breakfast to Lakeland College Interior Design Students on March 18.

“We are very grateful to the Knights of Columbus and the community for their support of our trip to Toronto in 2019,” said interior design student Courtney Corbiere.

Back row from left, Jim Harvey, Wayne hemauer, Paul Corbiere, and Jim Sanson.

Middle row from left, Lenae Witherow, Jaelene Sjoquist, and Sirjena Anjla.

Front row from left, Courtney Corbiere, Ariel Cymealuk, and Emily Hartley. Photo submitted

NOW HIRING FULL-TIME LICENSED JOURNEYMEN TECHNICIAN

Come work as a Journeymen Technician at a fast-paced dealership that offers a positive work environment, and an outstanding team of co-workers.

Must Have: • Experience - Chrysler experience an asset • Own tools • References required Interested?

Submit your resume to: Peter Rowe at Vermilion Chrysler, 4524 Railway Avenue, Vermilion AB in person, email: vcserv@telus.net or fax to (780) 853-4753 NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

4524 RAILWAY AVENUE

NORTH CENTRAL L IVESTOCK EXCHANGE INC

www.nclverm.com PO Box 3300, Vermilion, Alberta T9X 2B2 Phone (780) 853-5372 Fax (780) 853-2521

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

PART - TIME YARD WORKERS

Duties include but not limited to:

● Unloading / Loading Trailers ● Penning / Sorting / Moving Cattle ● Branding & Processing ● Feeding ● General Yard Maintence Duties

The successful candidate should have prior experience and knowledge of cattle, able to work long hours outside, and take direction well.

PART - TIME OFFICE STAFF

General office duties include but not limited to:

● Answering phones, filing, weighing cattle and clerking sales. ● 2- 3 days a week, with hours to vary in the fall run. Must be willing to work long hours. ● Must be willing to work overtime hours. ● Office and cattle experience is considered an asset but willing to train the right candidate.

Competitive wages offered dependent upon experience.

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

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Floor Curling Wind Up

SAT., APRIL 7TH - 11:00 A.M. - WERNER JENSEN - PH: 780-459-9441

55231 RR 262 - From Morinville 5 mi West on Sec Hwy 620 (Twp Rd 560) to RR 262 & 3 mi South TRACTORS, ATTACH & YARD EQUIP (sells at 1 pm) 2004 JD 4310 FWA 31 hp Diesel Tractor; Cab; 1403 hrs; Hydro; 3 pth; c/w 420 Loader ● JD Pallet Forks ● Kubota 54” - 3pt Snow Blower ● 72” - 3pt Agrator Rototiller ● Craftsman Gas Shredder ● Sabre 48” Riding Mower ● Troy Rear Tine Rototiller ● Whl Barrels ● Wd & Pl Lawnchairs ● Forks, Rakes, Shovels & Hoses MOTORHOME & TRUCK 1986 Itasca Windcruiser 33’ Motorhome; 74,499 mi; 454-V8; Auto; Gen; Hitch; Shedded ● 1989 Ford Ext Cab c/w Can; Gas & Prop AP Hansen Danish 5 hp 230V 16” Thickness Planer c/w Attach ● Adler Stroke WOOD WORKING EQUIP Sander ● Beaver 8” Planer ● Variety of Wood ● 2 - Table Saws ● Steel Stands ● Radial Arm Saw ● Clamps SHOP ITEMS Elect Comp ● Variety of Hand & Pwr Tools ● Pallet Jack ● Paint ● Wood Working Tools Sprayer ● Tool Boxes ● Sump Pump ● BatT Chgrs ● Ladders ● Scaffolding ● Rachet Straps ● Rope ● Chains ANTIQUES & HOUSEHOLDS Refinished Dining Cabinet ● 3 - Old Trunks ● Curved Dresser & ● Boomers Mirror ● Light Stand ● Wood Arm Chair ● Hutch ● Wood Rocker ● 14 Lamps & Lanterns ● Coffee Tables ● Pendulum Upright Clock ● Platform Scale ● Very Old Wood Stool ● Pictures & Wall Hangings ● Book Shelf ● Drafting Table ● Desk & Chair ● Dining Table & 6 Chairs AND MORE NOTE: JD & ATTACHMENTS SELL AT 1 P.M. TRACTOR TO STAY UNTIL 6 P.M. FOR LOADING. HOUSEHOLDS & ANTIQUES SELL AT THE END. PREVIEW: FRIDAY, APRIL 6TH - NOON TO 6 PM OR BY APPOINTMENT INTERNET BIDDING

FRI., APRIL 13 - 9:00 A.M. - MISC CONSIGNMENT SALE - REDWATER From Redwater 1 mile East to RR 214 & 2.5 miles North - PH: 780-446-9555 TH

Tools ● Lumber ● Free Standing Panels ● Shelving ● Pallet Racking ● 6 - New Kubota V2003 - 49 hp Diesel Engines ● Lawn Tractors ● Store Fixtures ● Tanks ● Steel ● Crane Matting ● 1400 Bags of Landscape Materials & Soils ● Misc Items ● 2 DISPERSIONS PENDING ● MISC IS PRETTY WELL FULL INTERNET BIDDING

Seniors met in Vermilion to enjoy the season’s last floor curling event at the Senior’s Centre on March 28. Participants came from Kitscoty, Wainwright, Kinsella, Viking, Mundare, Myrnam, Mannville, and Vermilion.

“We enjoyed a full day of fun and curling, with a nice lunch and coffee. It’s a good way for people to make friends from other communities, and keep seniors active with exercise,” said Judy Woywitka. Photo Sue Chikie

SAT., APRIL 14TH - 9:00 A.M. - EQUIPMENT CONSIGNMENT - REDWATER From Redwater 1 mile East to RR 214 & 2.5 miles North - PH: 780-446-9555

TRACTORS JD 9560R; 1500 hrs ● TJ 500; 3200 hrs ● Case 9350; 2830 hrs ● Ford 946 ● JD 7520 FWA; 3543 hrs; Needs Trans Work ● JD 4840; 7196 hrs ● IH 1066 ● MF 265 & MF 285 ● Case 1175 & 730 AIR DRILLS 2014 SEED HAWK 72’ c/w 800 Tank ● Flexicoil 33’ ● NH 40’ ● Flexicoil 45’ ● Various Tanks 2015 JD R4038; 100’ Stainless; 607 hrs ● 2015 FK 90’ ● MF 26’ Disc ● 3 pt Equip SPRAYERS High Clearance ● 84’ Bourgault TRUCKS ESTATE (PH: 780-656-0456) 2006 Pete c/w Alum Tank ● 1998 Pete MATT (PH: 780-940-7801) 2011 W. Star c/w 16,000 L Tank ● 2001 W.Star c/w 16,000 L Tank TRIDRIVE C&C ● 2004 Kenworth Tri Drive WINCH TRUCK ● 1994 Topkick 4x4 c/w Picker ●1989 W. Star Gravel Truck ● 2009 Doepker 50’ Tridem OTHER CONSIGNORS 1975 Kenworth Grain Truck ● 2003, 2005, 2010, & 2011 Dodge Diesels ● 2014 Ford F150 ● 2008 Avalanche ● 2006 IH 7400 GARBAGE TRUCK INDUSTRIAL CASE 721F Loader; 3070 hrs ● 2 - Cat 325Ds & 1 - Hitachi 270 Trackhoes c/w Thumbs ● D6R; New Undercarriage; 17,000 hrs ● JD 332 Skidsteer ● Brush Rake for D6 & D7 ● Gravel Pup ● 3 Shank Ripper ● 3 pt Sub Soiler ● 8 - 40 Ton SILO’S ● 35,000 L Fuel Tank Dbl Wall PREVIEW: APRIL 12TH

FOR MORE INOFRMATION:

MON., APRIL 16TH - 11:00 A.M. - GABERT FARMS LTD. - PH: 780-218-2690 (DOUG) 21557 Twp Rd 544 - From Hwy 16 East of Edm, North on Hwy 830 for 8 mi to Twp Rd 544, W 3/4 mi

JD 9330; 1700 hrs ● JD 6430 c/w Loader; 2300 hrs ● 2010 JD 4830 SPRAYER; 100’; 519 hrs ● 2010 JD 1870 - 56’ AIR DRILL ● Morris 40’ Cult ● 2009 JD 9770 STS; 1246 Sep. hrs ● 2012 JD 635F Straight Cut Header ● HESSTON 9240 30’ Swather ● 2004 Sterling 20 Box; Auto; 35,500 km ● 2011 Volvo 300 & 1996 Ford LTA 9000 Hiway Tractors ● 1980 IH Tandem Gravel Truck; 189,000 Orig. km 2000 Castle & 1999 Doepker Super B Grain Trailers ● 2010 Double A 48`Step Deck ● 2004 GSI 116C Dryer ● 22 Grain Bins ● Aeration Fans ● Augers ● Light Tower ● 3100 Gal Fuel Tank ● 30 kw Gen ● 2000 Campion 20’ Boat ● JD 935 Mower ● JD 1600 - 10.5’ Mower; 4x4; Dies; CAHR; 2150 hrs; VG & MORE

SAT., APRIL 21ST - 11:00 A.M. - J-DAN FARMS LTD - PH: 780-998-2939 or 446-1821 54325 RR 221 - From Ft Sask (Hwy 15) 1 mi S on 101 St to Twp Rd 544, 3 mi E to RR 221 & 1/2 mi S

TRACTORS, SEEDING & TILLAGE 2005 CASE IH STX375 TRACTOR; 3625 hrs ● Flexicoil 39’ Single Shoot 5000 Drill ● DEGELMAN 7000 - 70’ HVY HARROWS ● DEGELMAN 45’ LAND ROLLER ● MORRIS 731 - 35’ CULTIVATOR ● Challenger 39’ CULTIVATOR ● White 272 - 34’ Disc HARVEST & SPRAYER 2012 CASE IH 8230 COMBINE; 725 Threshing Hrs ● 2011 CASE IH 35’ DRAPER HEADER ● 2012 PREMIER M155 - 25’ Swather; 466 Swath hrs ● 2012 CASE IH 3230 - 100’ SPRAYER TRUCKS & TRAILER 2012 KENWORTH T800 DAY CAB; 500 CUMMINS; 18 Spd; 638,290 km ● 2009 DOEPKER 42’ TRIDEM GRAIN TRAILER; Scale; Premium ● 2004 KENWORTH T800; 475 Cat; 18 Spd; GRAIN DRYER & AUGERS RENN VERTEC 6500 PROPANE DRYER ● Brandt 8” x 42’ Super 20’ Box Charged Auger c/w Hyd Mover ● KONGSKILDE SUL 1000 GRAIN VAC ● FK 13” x 70’ Hyd Swing Away HOLIDAY TRAILER 2012 MONTANA 31’ FIFTH WHEEL c/w 3 Slides SHELTER & GRAIN BINS 32’ x 40’ Canvas Shelter ● 24 GRAIN BINS...NOT MUCH MISC INTERNET BIDDING

WED., MAY 2ND - ESTATE OF KALENICK KAPITANIUK - ATHABASCA - PH: 780-689-7083 (TERRY)

NH 9680 & NH TS130A FWA Tractors ● JD 4440 ● NH 40 Air Drill ● Morris 50’ Cult ● Ezze-on 2490 - 30’ Disc ● 2 - 10’ JD 9450 Hoe Drills ● Heavy JD 14’ Disc ● NH 2450 Swather with 2 Headers ● JD 9610 Combine ● JD 568 Baler; Net Wrap ● Harvestman 12 Wheel Rake & MORE ● BRIEF LISTING SAT., MAY 5TH - JOE & DARLENE HENJAR - MUNDARE, AB - PH: 780-632-1321

AC 4W-220 Tractor ● JD 4250 FWA Tractor ● Gleaner R62 & MF 860 Combines THURS., MAY 10TH - MEGLEY FARM EQUIP - NEWBROOK - PH: 780-206-2220

D6D Cat ● Allied 1375 Braking Disc ● Full Line of MF Equip, Tractors, Combines, Trucks, Parts & Shop Equip

ED PRODANIUK AUCTIONS EPAUCTIONS

- www.prodaniukauctions.com PH. 780-446-9555 FAX. 780-473-5750 EMAIL - edprodaniukauctions@gmail.com ONLINE

306.825.5571

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Nick’s Family Restaurant Welcomes New Maitre d’ Happy April Fools’ From Nick’s Restaurant!!

TAMMY WOTTON-SCHREINER JASON SCHREINER

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Local Flying Club Hoping To Take-Off

Submitted With the Canadian Owners and Pilots Association (COPA) aims and objectives in mind, a group of local residents are in the beginning stages of forming a Vermilion Flying Club and invite anyone with aviation interest to join. The first meeting will be April 12th at 5:00 PM at the Vermilion Airport Terminal Building.

In early 2017 the Town of Vermilion formed an Airport Advisory Committee that consists of Councillor Greg Barr, Councillor Rob Pulyk, and local airport users Darcy Balaneski, Rick Bozak,

and Shawn Jacula. A local flying club is on this committees strategic plan as well as other tasks to increase economic growth for the area by means of aviation.

With exciting services coming to the airport soon, it is bound to increase traffic. A flying club is a great way for those interested in aviation to get involved or those who have left aviation to get back into the air.

COPA’s aims and objectives include; a) to foster enthusiasm for aviation within the community.

b) to encourage interest in the benefits of personal aviation. c) to develop a spirit of co-operation with other aviation oriented groups. d) to c arr y out aviation promo tional service within the community.

For more information, please email CYVGflyingclub@gmail.com

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Upcoming Viking Showcase

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Town of Viking will be hosting a Community Business Showcase on May 12, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m at the Viking Carena Complex . The showcase will be an opportunity for new and existing area businesses to network an d d evel o p t heir c u sto m er bases. Show goers will appreciate seeing new products and services in the region. Vendors will range from non-for-profit, to start up, cottage, home-based, retailers, wholesalers, heath professionals, service or other

industry people, and established businesses. “ We are exc ite d to host the Community Showcase, to encourage the Ingenuity and creativity of new and established businesses while promoting the economic health of our region, your business venture and growing our local economy.

Included in the Community Showcase will be events planned with your family in mind; children’s activities will also be planned.

If you are unsure if your business is the right fit, it is. Every-

one is welcome!” said Recreation Director, Doug Lefsrud.

Non-for-profit groups can book for free, home businesses for $35, and established businesses with three or more employees for $50. An additional $15 will be added for power usage, and the deadline to secure spaces is May 7.

To book tables, you can call 780-336-3466 or email info@ viking.ca. For more information, you can contact Doug Lefsrud at (w): 780-336-3466, extension 4, (c)587-256-0524, or email: doug. lefsrud@viking.ca.

CROP OR PASTURE LAND WANTED

Family farm with efficient and responsible farming practices looking to rent crop or pasture land.

Please call Krista at 780-853-1025

Vermilion 1-800-269-8580

www.stewartrealty.net

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

NEW LISTING

4820 - 54 Avenue, Kitscoty

Pt of NE 10-56-4-W4

5610 - 51 Avenue

Newer 4 bdrm bungalow on a corner lot. Fenced back yard. Open concept floor plan with vaulted ceilings, walk-in pantry, eat-in kitchen.

(Heinsburg Rural). Over 20 acres offering a 4 bdrm home, laundry on main, a 2nd home, triple garage, dble garage, shop, barn, corral with riding ring, 2 wells, garden areas.

Attractive 2 bdrm bungalow on a mature corner lot. Hardwood flooring in kitchen/dining, living room & hallway. Close to College & Hospital. Fenced, room for RV parking. MLS#60638

MLS#61041

MLS#60695

*CALL US NOW FOR A FREE MARKET EVALUION OF YOUR PROPERTY* Stan Stewart (780) 853-7925 cell Don Stewart (780) 853-7172 cell Hugh Stewart (780) 581-8608 cell Clarisa Westman (780)853-7678 cell Email: realestate@stewartauctions.com

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Phone: 780-336-3466, extension 4 For more information contact: Cell: 587-256-0524 For more information contact: Email: doug.lefsrud@viking.ca

Doug Lefsrud Recreation Director

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Joseph Machney

The Vermilion Voice | April 2, 2018

Myrnam Pond Hockey Season Concludes

Submitted

On March 21, the Myrnam Pond Hockey group concluded another successful year of pond hockey for the children of Myrnam and the surrounding area. The final day ended with the kids doing battle against the parents.

This year there were approximately 20 kids participating. The Pond Hockey team traveled to neighbouring towns to play two games and one tournament throughout the season.

“We had a great season and the kids showed lots of improvement from start to finish,” said Coach Jessie Fedoriuk. “I hope to see everyone back next year.”

2018 Myrnam Pond Hockey: Dean Briggs, Helen Briggs, Treston Campbell, Aiden Clyke, Caitlin Clyke, Lucas Dubelt, Ronan Ghostkeeper, Trey Hardcastle, Jakie Klassen, Brock Jacula, Larysa Myshaniuk, Lucas Myshaniuk, Dymitri Myshaniuk, Alex Misik, Cooper Misik, Brodie Pashulka, Ethan Rayner, Brodie Trach, Karsen Trynchuk, Seth Trynchuk, Mathew Wall, Reece Winterbottom and Orysia Yaremchuk . Coach Jessie Fedoriuk, Jeff Rayner, Gord Misik , Kyle Winterbottom and John Fedoriuk. Photo credit: Joseph Machney

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