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Top right: From left, Justina Sather Senior Operations Manager Gold Horse Casino, Lloydminster Mayor Gerald Aalbers, Colleen Young MLA Lloydminster, Chief Wayne Semaganis Little Pine First Nation, Chief Bobby Cameron Federation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations, Zane Hansen CEO and President Saskatchewan Indian Gaming Authority, Rick Gamble Border Tribal Council representative, and Roger Anderson General Manager Gold Horse Casino. Photo credit: Jason Whiting SIGA Bottom right: Members of the Indigo Circus at Gold Horse Casino on December 20.

Bottom left: Gaming Floor at Gold Horse Casino in Lloydminster. Photos Angela Mouly

Angela Mouly Reporter

Indigenous and government dignitaries gathered in Lloydminster to celebrate the soft opening and ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Gold Horse Casino on December 20.

A grand entry included chiefs, flag carriers, and dancers that were followed by a flag song and a victory song played by the Seekaskootch Drum Group from Onion Lake Cree Nation.

The ceremony began with an opening prayer, and Chief Reginald Bellerose, SIGA’s Board Chair, thanked key partners for their collaboration.

Chief, Bobby Cameron, from the Feder-

ation of Sovereign Indigenous Nations (FSIN) said, “I want to thank our Creator and each and every one of you for being here today. $1 billion from SIGA has gone into the economy, and this is the seventh SIGA casino. We are here to celebrate and support, but more importantly to be a part of this historic day as a partnership.”

The land for the development is owned

by Little Pine First Nation, who was responsible for the site development. The facility landlord is the Border Tribal Council, who leases the casino property to SIGA, who is the organization responsible for the casino’s operation. The City of Lloydminster also worked closely with all of these groups during the casino’s development,

and will continue to do so in the future.

Government of Saskatchewan MLA, Colleen Young, acknowledged Treaty 6 Territory and said, “The Gold Horse Casino is a great addition that has created approximately 200 jobs in our community with additional jobs throughout the construction phase. It will bring people from Alberta, Saskatchewan, and beyond. Congratulations on taking this vision and turning it into a reality!”

The facility is over 49,000 square feet and features more than 250 of the latest slot machines, 18 electronic table games, and five live table games. Gold Horse Casino also houses an event center for live entertainment, banquets or meetings

as well as a bar and grill, and a deli.

City of Lloydminster Mayor, Gerald Aalbers noted that the community had been buzzing nearing the completion of this facility, and he felt that the casino certainly adds value to the city.

SIGA President and CEO, Z ane Hansen said, “The feeling of strength and support behind our company makes us feel really good. SIGA is the largest First Nations employer across Canada, and a top 50 organization employer. The facility that we unveil today is absolutely state of the art; I think we have a property the community can be proud of for years to come.

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310 - 10th St, Wainwright, AB • 780-842-4930 Continued from page 1 SIGA is a non-profit organization with 100 per cent of earnings going back to beneficiaries. We like to get involved in the community and have community investment programs and sponsorship.”

So far, SIGA has already invested more than $200,000 in sponsorships in Lloydminster and area.

Chief, Wayne Semaganis, from Little Pine First Nation gave thanks to the Creator and Mother Earth and said, “From the beginning I have used prayer to guide me. I did not build this casino for leadership or wealth, and I thank you for coming and encourage you to pray for those less fortunate. This is a good example of how working together can make something beautiful happen.”

T he Seekasko otc h Dr um Grou p concluded the ceremony by playing an honour song, and guests were offered guided tours and enjoyed a meal and entertainment throughout the evening by Roland Corrigal, and Nice Horse.

The Gold Horse Casino had its first full Thursday - Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 ewan. For more information or to view day of operations on December 21. The a.m. upcoming live entertainment, you can casino will be open, Sunday - WednesGold Horse Casino is located at 3910 visit http://goldhorsecasino.ca/. day from 9 a.m. to 3 a.m. (MST), and - 41 Street in Lloydminster, Saskatch-

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Merry Christmas And A Happy New Year

Lorna Hamilton Editor

So here we are, just two days away from Christmas!!!

I can imagine the excitement is building in ever yone’s home as they wait for St. Nicholas to come, but I urge you to remember the reason for the season, the birth of Jesus Christ. Never let the idiotic words ‘politi-

cally correct’ discourage you from celebrating the true meaning of Christmas.

I don’t know about you, but I’m tired of all this bull about this and that being offensive when it has been around for decades and in some cases centuries such as Christmas. I don’t tell anyone what holiday they can or can’t celebrate publicly and I certainly would not tell them to change how they have celebrated it.

Each day it is preached to us to accept and love the diversity we have in this

country, but when I have to start changing my beliefs and how I celebrate them to appease someone else I get a little frustrated. I hope you have the courage to celebrate Christmas as it is meant to be celebrated and not worr y about whether someone else finds it offensive.

With my rant now over, I hope everyone has a very Merry Christmas. I wish you all the joy of making new memories and lasting traditions that can be passed from generation to generation. With the

2019 Budget

Town of Vermilion

C oun c il fo c use d o n a “ st atus - quo budget” in response to an environment On December 4, 2018, Council for of low assessment growth, and continthe Town of Vermilion approved the ued planning for the replacement of 2019 Operating and Capital Budget. aging infrastructure. One major item in the capital budget is the replacement the Sewer Treatment Plant, due to its PET OF THE WEEK of age and inability to meet new requirements of Alberta Environment. This OSMOND new plant and its treatment process Osmond is one cute guy as will have a significant impact on operyou can plainly see. He came in with his siblings ating costs, but will greatly enhance when they were just over a the quality of the effluent entering the month old. They were a little Vermilion River ecosystem. Council will under the weather when they first initially came in, also continue to encourage sustainbut with some TLC, love and ability in local business, as well as to their upbeat personalities develop and find new ways to grow the they were better in no time. local economy.

Osmond is the lovely dovey The municipal tax levy is projected one of the group and will be the first one that will snuggle up in your arms. But don’t expect to go into their condo to be approximately $5,282,602 which and not have a bunch of kittens crawling all over you represents a 2 per cent increase to because they are all snuggly little kittens! both residential and non-residential tax If you think Osmond in the little guy for you then come to rates. This increase is contingent upon the SPCA today and meet the little guy. He will let you know who he is the minute you walk through the door! receiving Alber ta Utilities Commission (AUC) approval for franchise fee changes which are projected to generwww.lloydminsterspca.com ate an additional $100,000 in revenue for the Town. Based on the anticipated Sponsored By tax rates change, the average residenThe Vermilion Voice tial property will see a monthly increase Submitted

of about $4 excluding the effects that market value may have on their assessment and any changes to the Provincial school requisitions. The final assessment data and the school requisition amounts which the Town collects on behalf of the Province are not yet available and have been included as status quo from 2018.

The utility rate changes include the water consumption rates decreasing by 2.1per cent, and the flat rate increasing by 3.5 per cent. The sewer rate structure will experience changes in 2019 to reflect the anticipated treatment and infrastructure costs for the new facility. A new consumption rate of $1.45/ m3 will be introduced and tied to water usage and the flat rate of $9.31 will be used to cover the collection system.

The recycling rate on utility bills will remain the same as 2018 as will the garbage rates, however a new organics collection program will be introduced at no additional cost to residents.

C o u n c i l a n d ad m i n i s t r at i o n w i l l continue to examine cots and explore all opportunities to improve the financial position of the municipality. Any resulting adjustments that arise will be

beginning of the new year and the hopes of better times, I wish you all a bright and prosperous New Year! See you next year.

From all of us at the Vermilion Voice we would like to thank everyone who stopped in with Christmas cards and treats over the last few weeks. We would also like to thank everyone for their continued support and kind words of appreciation throughout the year.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

incorporated when the tax rate bylaw is enacted in April of 2019. Sample Property Tax calculations for Municipal tax portion only (no school requisition): Taxes on a Residential Property with an attached garage, 30yr old, approx. 1,250 ft² 2018 Assessment 3 0 0,0 0 0 2018 Taxes levied $1,611.00 2019 Assessment 3 0 0,0 0 0 2019 Taxes levied $1,643.00 Increase $32.00 or 2% Taxes on a Residential Property with an attached garage, 5yr old, approx. 1,500 ft² 2 018 A s s e s s m e n t 418 ,0 9 0 2 018 Taxes levied $2,245.00 2019 As ses sment 418,0 9 0 2019 Taxes levied $2,290.00 Increase $45.00 or 2% Taxes on a Commercial Property: 2018 As ses sment 4 61,4 8 0 2018 Taxes levied $4,038.00 2019 As ses sment 4 61,4 8 0 2019 Taxes levied $4,119.00 Increase $81.00 or 2% Media Information: Jason Warawa, Director of Finance & Administration, Town of Vermilion E: jwarawa@vermilion.ca, T: (780) 843-9617.

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A big heartfelt thank you to the many outstanding businesses, schools, churches, volunteers, and other organizations who helped Santa Anonymous come to 60 families in 2018. The list would be too long to show every donor of their time, gifts and money. And a great many people wish to remain anonymous.

Special mention goes out to the following for their support: Webb’s, College Park and Vermilion Chrysler for the use of their vans. Tim Hortons for snacks for the volunteers, ATCO Electric for the use of the building, Town of Vermilion & Ag Society for the use of their tables, Vermilion Standard & The Voice for the Ads & news coverage.

Special mention to all the volunteers: Delores Coates-Lingley, the Head Elf, and Ron & Susan Thompson who spent many hours getting things organized. The Vermilion Fire Department, Vermilion Outreach School and to all the other volunteers, too numerous to mention, who gave of their time so generously during the week and on delivery day.

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Sheer Statement On Trudeau’s Energy Sector Bailout

Submitted O t t aw a , O N – T h e H o n o u r a b l e Andrew Scheer, Leader of Canada’s Conservatives and the Official Opposition, issued a statement on the Liberal government’s $1.6-billion bailout package for Canada’s energy sector: “Justin Trudeau has wanted to phase out Canada’s energy industry since day one.

“In his Canada, there is no oil and gas sector. He is ashamed of it and wants it

gone.

“If the Prime Minister truly cared about energy workers - if he wanted a future with oil and gas in Canada – he would immediately drop the No-MorePipelines Bill C-69. He would use the considerable powers he has to get the Trans Mountain Expansion built and other pipeline projects back on the table instead of simply throwing money at a political problem he wishes would go away.

“But he doesn’t. He wants to see the industry fail. This has been his plan all along.

“Today’s handout is nothing more than a desperate, election-year attempt to trick western Canadians into thinking he cares. He is trying to save a handful of Liberal seats, nothing more. I know Canadians will see it for what it is.

“I am proud of our energy sector.

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country. It makes giant technological leaps and provides the entire world with a blueprint for responsible energy development. And Justin Trudeau is strangling it to death.

“As Prime Minister, I will end Justin Trudeau’s war on the energy industry.

I will repeal Bill C-69. I will cancel the ban on shipping on the BC coast. I will scrap the carbon tax, clean up the regulatory regime, and end foreign meddling in pipeline approvals.”

The Lions Club Donation

St. Jeromes is very excited to be building an inclusive playground that will provide a safe play area for limited mobility children. The new playground will include a smooth rubber surface so that it will be accessible for wheel chair and limited mobility students. There will also be a number of apparatus specifically designed for students with all levels of mobility. The Lions have graciously donated $15,000 towards the project. The project is slated for construction late summer or early fall 2019. Photo submitted

Correction On page one of issue 751: To alleviate any confusion, FurBabies Forever Homes was the name on the winning Knights of Columbus ticket, and the contact number was for Cathy Bartley.

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First Annual Food Can-Struction Challenge Lakeland College employees throughout the Vermilion campus and Lloydminster campus showed their spirit of giving by participating in the first annual Food Can-Struction Challenge.

Departments were encouraged to create a Christmas-themed structure from items that could be donated to local food banks. Fourteen departments took part with staff donating more than 2,500 items, including 800 cans of soup, 320 boxes of pasta, 200 cans of beans, 50 cans of tuna, 43 cans of fruit and 30 boxes of rice. The majority of items were donated to the Vermilion Food Bank and the Salvation Army Food Bank in Lloydminster, with some food remaining at Lakeland for the Students’ Association food banks at each campus. Thanks to students from the Vermilion Outreach School for helping transport food to the food bank. Photos submitted

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BTPS Meeting At Clandonald School

Submitted On December 17, the Board of Trustees of Buffalo Trail Public Schools and senior administration met with a large crowd of concerned parents and community members regarding the future of Clandonald School. Board chair, Darcy Eddleston, reassured the crowd that the meeting was not about closure, but about providing programming options that would be economically sustainable.

Bob Allen, Superintendent, went on to explain to the packed house that without new families moving into the Clandonald community, an average of 20 students for the next few school years is the new reality. With 94% of a school’s operating budget being dedicated to staffing, the projected

education children receive at Clandonald School and that there was no action regarding Clandonald School in front of the Board at present. “At the end of this evening, the Board has two questions: 1) will the community support the continued operation of the school, and 2) is there anything happening in the community that might influence the future enrollment of the school?”

The ball was now in the community’s court. Mrs. Dutchak, school secretary, introduced the school staff. She stressed that “our children need to be educated in our community.” Leslie Cusack, Division 7 Councillor for the County of Vermilion River, brought word of the County’s support for all small schools within the County. “Schools are the heart of our community,” he said,

“We are very proud of the achievements of our past students.”

Jade McCormack spoke on behalf of the Friends of Clandonald. She explained that the organization was founded in 2014 when Clandonald School lost their junior high.

“Our motto is: Grow the School, Grow the Community,” she shared. Four years ago, the FOC raised $52,000 with an auction of donated items. The funds were used to purchase a lot and mobile home in Clandonald. That home brought two families to Clandonald with a total of five children. The FOC has also provided funds to the school to provide Chromebooks to every student, and this year donated $3000 for whatever the school might need.

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Angela Mouly Reporter

enrollment does not support the current staffing of 3.0 FTE teachers. He said that programming options would have to look at having fewer staff.

Tamara Stachniak, school principal, shared the results of a recent survey she sent out to gauge parent support for two possible staffing scenarios: 1) 2.0 FTE teachers with a 0.5 FTE principal which would mean that all classes would be triplesplit and there would be a couple of grade 1 - 6 configurations, 2) 2.5 FTE teachers with an off-site administrator (which would mean less triple-split classes). The majority of parents were supportive no matter which scenario might become reality.

Mr. Allen went on to reassure those attending that Buffalo Trail is proud of the

The Vermilion Town Council Meeting was full of heated decisions on December 18.

CAO George Rogers said, “It’s my pleasure to introduce our new Director of Finance, Jay Warawa.”

Warawa is a chartered professional accountant who moved from the Municipal District of Lesser Slave River. He previously worked in the Peace Country, and territorial government. He has been a director of finance for the past 10 years and in finance for the past 15 – 18 years, so his experience is sure to be an asset to Vermilion.

“I’m thrilled to be here. What attracted me to the area was that I have spent time assisting my brothers with a hobby farm north of Minburn. Having moved closer, I will be able to help out on a more regular basis. I look forward to the benefits of living, working, and recreating in Vermilion,” said Warawa.

Sgt. Jane Boehr delivered a presentation on behalf of the Vermilion RCMP Detachment regarding their statistics from July 1 - December 18. According to Boehr, in that time, they received 587 calls for service. Of those, 56 charges were laid or recommended. She also noted that a crime reduction unit has been assisting in eastern Alberta, and said that they have been a huge asset throughout the area.

“Overall, we have a very safe community, and it is in part to the work that your team does, so thank you,” said Mayor Caroline McAuley.

In new business, a motion was made for council to accept the construction proposal from SureForm Contracting to build the new wastewater treatment facility and approved the total project costs of $19,231,587.56. Discussion took place including that the design has capacity for a population of 7,500 as well as that projected growth estimated it would be 2037 before the town would need an expansion.

“The facility has been overdue for

replacement for over eight years,” said Councillor McCullough before the motion was carried.

In Economic Development, council approved an extension of the sale of lots in Yellowhead Business Park at $99,000 per acre until December 31, 2019.

Councillor Thompson congratulated Councillor Yaceyko on being elected the Library Board Chair.

Discussion arose regarding the upcoming participation of council members at the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) conference in Whistler, British Columbia. After weighing the value of the conference, the time constraints, and the cost; council voted to boycott the ICSC conference based on the comments previously made by the mayor of Whistler regarding Alberta oil companies.

“I think it is detrimental that we take a stand and let people see how the economy has been affected by the suffering of our oil industry,” said Councillor Hender- Vermilion’s new Director of Finance, Jay Warawa. Photo Angela Mouly son.”

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Upcoming Agriculture Event

Angela Mouly Reporter

The 1st ever ‘Rural Women’ event will be hosted by the Vermilion Agricultural Society at their Reunion Hall on January 16, from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Featuring women who specialize in herd health management, agronomy, insurance, and verified beef production, the conference will also host a number of other industry specialists as speakers. Throughout the day, participants will have the opportunity to learn different strategies for their work, marketing and succession planning. They will also have the opportunity to make the most of their day by networking with other women in agriculture.

“A face to face interaction or handshake can be a key in any industry, but especially in agriculture. Rural roots still run deep in Vermilion and all of the Lakeland area. I

really hope that people take the chance and try something new by registering.

I feel that northern Alberta needs to be put on the map; we are extremely agriculturally based. Northern Alberta definitely has a lot to offer, whether it is livestock or crops,” said event coordinator, Kaylie Franklin.

Upon registering each attendant will have their name entered into win a Farm To Fabulous prize pack valued at over $650!

“Being a women driven event, we wanted to give women the opportunity to network and communicate. We want participants to take knowledge away in order to better their operations. The more knowledge you have, the further you can go,” said Franklin.

To register, you can visit http://www. nicolemarie.photo/ruralwomen/registration/ or call the Vermilion Agricultural Society at 780-853-4108.

Photo credit: HerStory Western Lifestyle Photography

SALVAGE & CLEAN-UP APPLIANCES, VEHICLES, OILFIELD SCRAP METAL, FARM MACHINERY

Vermilion Group Of Businesses – Donations From left, Tannis Henderson, Kirby Whitlock, Iain Menzies, Linda Boychuk, and Paige Jaremco.

The Vermilion Group of Businesses donated $115.79 to St. Jerome’s Hot Lunch Program, and $202.59 to the Vermilion Skating Club on December 20. Allan Chase, St. Jerome’s School Principal was very grateful and noted that it is donations that keep their hot lunch program alive. Kirby Whitlock said, “We’re always happy to give back. We thank everyone for shopping locally so that we are able to support these organizations.” Photos Angela Mouly

From left, Tannis Henderson, Paige Jaremco, Allan Chase, Iain Menzies, Kirby Whitlock, and Linda Boychuk.

DONNY LEE

A Tribute To The Legends Of Country Music

FEBRUARY 7 7:30 PM @ VIC JUBA ULMER STAGE

• We Come To Your Site!

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KICK OFF THE ITH NEW YEAR W S D N E G THE LE Y TR N OF COU MUSIC

Donny Lee is returning to Lloydminster for another show bringing his very popular Best Of Country Music Tribute to the Legends Show! Coming up from the stages of his popular show at the Nashville World Famous Honkytonks, Donny Lee will be featuring the most requested country songs from artists such as George Jones, Merle Haggard, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash all the way through to the best of 90's country, today's country along with his own originals! You don't want to miss this engaging and exciting night of country music with Donny Lee and his band featuring fiddle and steel guitar!

FOR TICKETS CALL VIC JUBA BOX OFFICE 780-872-7400 OR ONLINE AT WWW.VICJUBATHEATRE.CA

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The Vermilion Voice | December 25, 2018

Don’t worry about getting a lump of coal this Christmas..

Santa can’t afford the CARBON TAX

Merry Christmas. Photo submitted

District 3 Battle River Power Coop District 9: Lakeland REA District 10: Braes REA Borradaile REA Claysmore REA Devonia REA The “flip the switch” nature of electricity allows us to light up our life all year long. As you enjoy the holiday season, think of all the ways you rely on power—we’d like to thank our member rural electrification associations for proudly distributing power to farms and rural residential homes in Alberta for over 70 years.

OPEN BOXING DAY NOON TO 4 PM OPEN December 24th 10-2 CLOSED December -25th

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Best wishes to our members and their members— people working together!

From the Management, Board, and Staff

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HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY HOLIDAY SEASON

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Merry Christmas

VES K-2 Christmas Concert

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THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATRONAGE May the coming year bring you health, happiness and prosperity!

Holiday Hours: Closed December 22, 2018 To January 1, 2019 The Vermilion Elementary School held their K-2 Christmas Concert on December 19, at Lakeland College. Students sang and performed actions to snowflake songs, as families watched with wonderment.

(Pictured) Grade 1. Photos Angela Mouly

May HEALTH, PEACE and HAPPINESS be with you this NEW YEAR.

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The Vermilion Voice | December 25, 2018

Merry Christmas

VES Grade 3-5 Christmas Concert

VES Grade 3 students singing on December 20.

Our warmest thoughts, thanks, and best wishes for a wonderful

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holiday holiday season season and and aa very very happy happy New New Year.

Year.

Vermilion office 5042 – 49 Avenue Vermilion AB T9X 1B7 Phone: 780-853-4707 Fax: 780-853-4499

Lloydminster Office 6209 – 44 Street Lloydminster, AB T9V 1X8 Phone: 780-874-5800 Fax: 780-853-4499

From left, Brie Kidd, and Jordyn Pottle. With students in their finest, the Vermilion Elementary School hosted their Grade 3 – 5 Christmas Concert at Lakeland College on December 20.

Families enjoyed gathering to watch their children sing about “Sweet Treats and Other Eats” throughout the evening. Photos Angela Mouly

Happy New Year May your home be filled with laughter, love, and peace Wishing you all the best in 2018 2019

Happy Holidays Midtown Medical Clinic Holiday Hours Closed - December 25 -26th Open - December 27 - 28 9 a.m to 5 p.m Closed- January 1st Re-open January 2, 2018

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CHRISTMAS

December 25, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice

Vermilion Chrysler Movember Challenge Adam McIntyre (General Manager) holding up his end of the bet “he” made. Adam challenged his Vermilion Chrysler Movember team “Jeepers Creepers” with a bet that if they raised $2000 he would shave off his beard and mustache (both of which he has sported for over a decade). With only hours left on the clock Jeepers Creepers finalized their 2018 Movember fundraising at $2023. He lost his beard and mustache only minutes after the announcement the $2000 target had been reached. Photos submitted

Wishing you a Colourful, Joyful New Year!!

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To all our clients and friends we wish you Joy, Peace & Happiness in 2019.

Our office will be closed Dec 24th through Jan 1st for the holiday season.

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The Vermilion Voice | December 25, 2018

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Continued from page 6 The FOC supports the community, too, providing funds to the seniors’ organization, Clandonald Friendship Centre. She pointed out that the seniors interact with the children and are a big part of the community. The latest FOC initiative is a family rental subsidy to encourage young families to move to the community. One family with three children has already committed to moving and their school-age child will begin attending Clandonald School in January. As well, the FOC has contacted Corinne McGirr from the County of Vermilion River and she will be doing an assessment of community needs. The Friends of Clandonald will continue to work toward building the school and the community.

Representing the young families in the area, John, Kaitlyn, and Rose Snider presented a video of some families of young children speaking of their support of Clandonald School. John spoke of the long lasting relationships he enjoys from his own attendance at Glandonaid School and shared that there are 10 children projected for Rose’s class, five years away.

Mrs. Stachniak outlined another initiative where she has invited families that homeschool to consider the homeschooling available through Buffalo Trail for grades K to 12. These families have also

The Vermilion Voice | December 25, 2018 been invited to Clandonald School’s Open House on February 27, where students showcase to their parents what they have been learning in school. Should these families choose, they could homeschool in the morning, and then send their children to Clandonald School in the afternoon for a blended program.

Heather Oddan and Sharon Jaremco spoke on behalf of the business community in Clandonald. Heather felt the relationship between the school and local businesses was a win-win situation for both. The business owners appreciate the business that the school and parents provide--Mrs. Jaremco spoke about how the hot lunch program is a support for her catering company. The business owners stressed how pleased they are to see the

students and staff in their building and how proud they are of past students, too.

The members of the Glandonaid Friendship Centre were represented by Shirley Osinchuk. The ladies provide a hot lunch (perogies and ham) on the first Friday of every month, and it is the students’ favourite hot lunch. As well, the senior ladies do crafts with the students twice a month after school. “We love our opportunity to work with the children,” she said. “The children are so good and so polite.” Mrs. Stachniak, the school principal, confirmed what an amazing relationship has been established between the seniors and the students, and said the seniors were a valuable component of the school family.

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complete, Mr. Allen pointed out that the positive culture of the school was recognized and said if he could use one word to capture the last 45 minutes, it would be “passion.” He then asked the crowd to remember question 1: Would the community support the continued operation of Clandonald School? With a show of hands, the crowd demonstrated a resounding “yes.” Mr. Allen added, “BTPS is committed to doing all we can to keep the school operational.”

Board Chair, Darcy Eddleston, thanked everyone for attending and wrapped up the evening. “We had no doubt of this community’s support,” he said, “but we wanted to have that conversation with you so you would know what September would look like.”

Back Row (L-R): Tamara Stachniak, Leslie Cusack, Barry Livingston, Jim King, Darcy Eddleston, Michelle Webb, Adelee Penner, Kaitlyn Snider with Rose, John Snider.

Front Row (L-R): Bob Allen, Heather Oddan, Sharon Jaremco, Stephanie Spornitz, Anita Dutchak, Shirley Osinchuk, Rose Gorniak, Lanie Parr. Photo submitted

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SCHOOL NEWS J.R. Robson School News

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Submitted A daily activity was planned for the last Grade 9 Commu- week of classes and they were as follows: nication Technol- Monday was Xmas trivia period 1, 3, 5, ogy class discovered hands-on how to 7 presented by Lleyton Bates, Tuesday block code. Block coding is introductory was Xmas colors (green & red) apparel programming, converting chunks of digi- dress-up day, Wednesday was Xmas tal instructions to language that simple sweater day and locker clean out, Thurscomputers can understand. Students day Xmas hat day (and also ski trip) and were able to use Sphero Minis and Friday was pajamas day, starting the day Sphero SPRKs, small robots that follow with a pancake breakfast and ending with block coded commands involving rolling, games and a Christmas movie during pd. speed variation, 360 degree directional 6/7. rolling, color changing, and speaking.

The Grade 7s held another fundraiser Students were challenged to complete an this week for Ronald McDonald House obstacle course and race involving preci- with a popcorn sale on December 19. sion and timing, putting their coding to the A basketball update: on December 14

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The staff at VES would like to wish each and every one of you a relaxing and enjoyable Christmas spent with the people you treasure the most. In the New Year, we resume school on January 7. On January 8, we have our first 2019 assembly at 10:45 and on January 21 we have our first 2019 school council meeting at 7:00.

VES’s Canley Cup Floor Hockey Tournament wrapped up on December 17 with the All-Star game (staff vs. students), and the seventh annual Teddy Bear Toss. The stuffies rained down after the first student goal, and will be donated to Santa’s Anonymous for next year. The VES families’ generosity was amazing once again.

On December 19, members of the school council made the VES staff an absolutely amazing lunch. There were so many delicious and varied dishes. The staff thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated this heartfelt gesture. Thank you so much.

For the last 12 days of school before Christmas break, the students were given one Christmas activity each day. We even got to play a school wide game of BINGO. VES’s first ever Rock, Paper, Scissors challenge was held on December 20. Students, staff, board members, kitchen staff, bus drivers and parents were all involved. The winner – who will be announced in January - walked away with an amazing handmade trophy.

There were lots of exciting classroom

and 15, the Sr. girls played in St Mary’s Tournament in Vegreville and won against Vegreville Composite.; the Sr. boys got 2nd in their tournament in Edmonton, losing in the final to Regina.

We wish everyone a relaxing and joyful holiday and a Happy New Year. We will see you back on Monday, January 7.

Important Dates: Dec. 22 – Jan. 6: Christmas Break Jan. 21: the last day of Sem. I classes for Gr. 12 Jan. 22: the last day of Sem. I classes for Gr. 10 and 11 Jan. 31 – Feb. 1: Semester Break - no Gr. 9 Comm Tech student Hunter L’Heureux testing his block coding skills at the start of a classes maze with a Sphero Mini. Photo submitted Feb. 4: Semester II begins

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activities in the last week of school. Grade 1 students decorated gingerbread men as they had been reading many different versions of The Gingerbread Man. Grade 2 kids completed their Christmas Around the World unit this month. They visited many countries through stories, video clips, sampling cultural Christmas foods and participating in fun crafts along the way. Opening Christmas Crackers and decorating gingerbread cookies were highlights. They also did a Christmas class book exchange on the last day. 3A was busy making dough cookie decorations that they decorated to eat. 3B made lightbulb Christmas tree ornaments and an elf paper folding craft where they wrote their wish list for their parents. They practiced making bar graphs on a website called Create-aGraph, worked on their student yearbooks, and finished up their SOS printing program offered by Public Health that teaches them about printing letters correctly to make them neat and legible. The Grade 4 classes were practicing their addition, subtraction and problem solving skills with a Christmas theme. 5C worked on a variety of Christmas STEM projects dealing with different countries. They enjoyed making mini surfboards for Santa best of all (Australia). Grade 6 students had a fun-filled last week of school by having shared gym classes, making sugar cube castles, playing capture the flag, engaging in an escape room activity, learning about Christmas around the world and trading Secret Santa gifts.

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The Vermilion Voice | December 25, 2018

VES Teddy Bear Toss Cheers roared through the gymnasium at Vermilion Elementary School (VES) on December 17, during their annual Teddy Bear Toss accompanying the All Star Floor Hockey Game. The teddy bears will be donated to Santa Anonymous. An exciting game of floor hockey took place with some of the students having the opportunity to take on their teachers, and the battle ending in a shootout. Principal, Calvin Anhorn, experienced his first time participating in the event and said, “It was amazing! There were lots of children with lots of excitement, and lots of action; it exceeded my expectations.” Photos Angela Mouly

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