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The County of Vermilion River (CVR) hosted activities for families at the Vermilion Provincial Park on August 27, and Lindsay Evans Park on August 28.

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“Today is about wetland awareness and promoting the importance of wetlands and riparian areas (the vegetation around wetlands). A lot of what we do is work with ALUS and Green Acres programs to help landowners be stewards of their land. We are enjoying the opportunity to connect with the community, and get families involved in learning about wetlands,” said CVR ALUS Coordinator, Chris Elder.

“We don’t want a reservoir where people dump species that don’t belong or emit exhaust to disturb the native species. We are also promoting for people to clean, drain, and dry all of their gear,” said Paige Kuczmarki from Alberta Environment and Parks.

Author of ‘Living In The Shed,’ Billie Milholland, noted that the North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance works actively with the CVR and said, “People want to read about their back yard and we don’t have a lot pertaining to Western Canadian History.”

Families took part in playing learning games about wetlands and went on to enjoy barbequed hotdogs. Overall, children

enjoyed the evening full of learning about fish species, creating plant art, and visiting dipping stations where they had the opportunity to identify snails and water insects.

Creatures found in the water during the Count y of Vermilion River Wetlands Adventure Day on August 27.

Derek Holst from Kitscoty caught several snails at the Vermilion River Reservoir on August 27. Photos Angela Mouly

CAMPBELL (CAM) HANCOCK - 1941-2019 Campbell Arthur Hancock of Vermilion, Alberta, died in Foothills Hospital, Calgary, on 25 August 2019, with his much-loved family at his side. He leaves to mourn and gratefully remember him: his wife of 57 years, Maxine (nee Runions), his four children and their spouses and families: Geoff and Carol Joy Hancock, Vermilion, Camille Hancock Friesen and Jeff Friesen, Dallas, TX, Heather Hancock and Cam Balzer, Evanston, IL, and Mitch and Amber Hancock, Calgary, nine much loved grandchildren and two great-grandchildren, three sisters and their husbands: Audrey and Glen Berreth, Peace River, Jeanne and Terry Olson, Leduc, and Margo and Al Jones, Edmonton. He was predeceased by his parents, Art and Hilda Hancock and by his sister Barbara Kent.

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The Town of Vermilion’s Facility Enhancement Committee hosted a ‘Think Ice Plant’ meeting at the Vermilion Regional Centre on August 28.

The current one has been in place since 1962, and the new one is expected to come with a $2 million price tag. The Town has committed $500,000 towards the project, and the committee has raised an additional $64,000. Committee chair, Kevin Martin, noted that the County of Vermilion River contributed $50,000 of those through a grant.

Over 100 people attended the event, and some were skeptical about process. CAO George Rogers was the moderator and welcomed everyone.

“We wanted to host this meeting to inform people about what is happening and avoid misinformation, as well as collectively identify some of the opportunities to raise funds.

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I am really happy and overwhelmed with the response of everyone coming. It shows how critical this building is to our community; it is the heartbeat of our community.

We have faced challenges like this before and people have come together and stepped up to fulfill a vision, ensuring that our children can grow up having the same opportunities to play hockey or participate in skating or curling as we did,” said Mayor Caroline McAuley.

The town is looking at purchasing a used condenser for approximately $70,000 that is expected to extend the life of the current ice plant for two years. Installing it will delay the season schedule for one week, but the committee feels it will buy them time to fundraise for the new plant.

It was mentioned that the town has already invested over $2 million into the building for roofing, paving, new dressing rooms, and lighting in the curling rink.

“Safety is vital in an operating facility

like this,” said Rogers who noted the work space difference between the current one from 1962 and modern ones in neighbouring communities.

Attendees gathered in groups discussing

possible solutions, partnerships and ideas for fundraising. Several service groups and agencies from the area were represented and a spokesperson from each group later shared them aloud.

From left, Parks foreman and main operator of the facility Rex Smith, Committee chair Kevin Martin, and Mayor Caroline McAuley. Photo Angela Mouly

United Way – Pool Donation

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Lloydminster United Way donated $6,000 to the Lakeland College Aquatic Centre in Vermilion on August 26.

The funds will be used as a one-time only benefit for youth swimming lessons including two children per family up to 18 years old. Specifications will be made to determine exactly how the funds will be distributed.

“Everything helps now a days and we are thrilled that they are offering this! I can’t believe that someone just wanted to give us funds; I wanted to ask, ‘What’s the catch?’ We will still be determining just how they will be best distributed,” said Jackie Johnson, Aquatic Supervisor.

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The Lloydminster United Way has been fundraising to support programs and services in the area since 1961.

Their current beneficiary programs which receive 50 per cent of their funds include the Lloydminster Rescue Squad, the Lloydminster and Area Brain Injury Society, Lloydminster Sexual Assault Services, and The Olive Tree.

“These services are used here in Vermilion as well. It’s getting harder and harder; the economy is tough and charities are closing their doors. We try and spread the funds to different projects each year,” said Brian Hanterman, Lloydmin- From left, Lakeland College Aquatic Supervisor Jackie Johnson, and Lloydminster United ster United Way President and Campaign Way President and Campaign Chair Brian Hanterman. Photo Angela Mouly

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Homemade Apple Pie

Dawn Hames Columnist

Right now, apples are in season, and our apple tree had a really good crop this year, so I am busy trying to use them up.

Apples contain malic acid and tartaric acid which is known to help cleanse the liver of toxins, and pectin which also aids in the removal of toxins from our bodies. One apple supplies 30% of the daily recommend amount of fiber. Apples are shown to help regulate blood sugar, and to reduce fat in the blood. Regular intake of apples has shown to reduce both total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol. Researchers have also found a link in the consumption of apples and the protection of the lungs, particularly from lung cancer and asthma. Apples are best eaten raw for the greatest benefit of all the nutrients. When you are cooking apples, be sure to keep the skin on, as that is where the powerhouse of extraordinary

Cutting Red Tape on Rural Government Property Sales Dear Editor: During the spring election, we made a promise to Alber tans that a UCP government would be working on day one to cut red tape and get our province back to being one of the freest and fastest-moving economies in the world.

One of the first changes we made was an update to how the Government of Alber ta sells surplus rural properties. The decision to do so is now saving the Alber ta taxpayer money and saving the government time. This

antioxidants are to be found. Here is another benefit; eating one to three apples a day, not only keeps excess weight away, but also aids in weight loss according to researchers at Rio de Janeiro University in Brazil, Pennsylvania State University and Florida State University.

There are a few tricks to know about making apple pie. The first one is in the choice of apples. Certain apples are better for making pie because they retain their shape and apple flavor when cooked. The apples that good for pie making are: Golden Delicious, Gala, Granny Smith, Fuji, Northern Spy and Spartan. There are other apples that tend to turn to mush when cooked such as Red Delicious and Macintosh.

These varieties are not as good for pie, but would be good for apple sauce or eating fresh. The amount of sweetness or tartness of the apple variety will impact the amount of sugar used in your pie. If you are using the tart Granny Smith apples, then the sugar should be increased to 1/2 cup. Sweet apples

such as the Golden Delicious, Gala and Spartan require minimum sugar.

Many of the beneficial antioxidants of the apple are found in the apple skin, so you can choose to slice the apples with the skin left on for your pie. If you prefer a lighter colored pie you can leave out the cinnamon or sprinkle it on top. Cinnamon is known to help regulate blood sugar, which in turn can help to reduce weight gain, so if you would like to have its added benefits, you can increase the cinnamon to 1 teaspoon and mix it throughout the apples with the sugar and cornstarch mixture. The pie filling will be a darker color with a rich cinnamon flavor. To prevent the hollow top pie crust from the apples baking down, you can sauté the sliced apples and butter in a large skillet, until the volume is reduced, but they are not cooked through. Add the sugar and cornstarch and then pour the sautéed apple slices, into the pie shell. When you reduce the volume of the apple slices with heat, you can often fit one more apple into the pie. For a sugared

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policy update removed the requirement for a new external appraisal on property we want to sell if the latest government appraisal is within 15 per cent of the last external appraisal.

We expect these red tape cuts will reduce government costs $3,000 to $10,000 per sale. This will save the taxpayers $15,000 to $50,000 in costs annually, and speed-up the rural property sales process by as much as four weeks. This is a small change, but as everyone managing a household budget knows, small changes quickly add up to big savings.

If you are interested in seeing the surplus Government of Alberta properties currently for sale, please visit realty.alberta.ca (https://realty.alberta. ca/).

Our government’s effort to reduce red tape is led by Associate Minister of Red Tape Reduction, Grant Hunter.

Associate Minister Hunter launched the first two industry panels and other panels are being planned to begin their work in the fall to obtain feedback and identify red tape within important sectors across Alberta.

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crust, brush the top crust with milk or beaten egg and sprinkle with white sugar.

Apple Pie Pastry for a double crust pie 4- 6 apples such as Golden Delicious and Gala – or 4 – 5 cups of sliced apples 2 t a b l e s p o o n s su g ar (br ow n or white) 2 tablespoons cornstarch or flour 1or 2 tablespoons butter 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Slice the apples, removing the core and seeds. The apples can be peeled or unpeeled depending on your preference. Stir together the sugar and the cornstarch/flour. Mix the sugar mixture into the apples. Pour the apple mixture into the pie shell and dot with the butter.

Sprinkle the cinnamon on top and then cover with the top pastry. Prick the top of the pastry with a fork to let the steam escape and to help prevent the pie from bubbling over. Bake at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes.

in nature. These panels enable key industry officials in the Tourism and Hospitality, and Oil and Gas sectors to advise the Associate Minister and provide feedback on the progress of the Red Tape Reduction Action plan and any ongoing initiatives that affect their sectors.

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Craig Baird Columnist

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The Kitscoty Dormitory Organization

The Great Depression was a tough time for everyone. Crops were bad, money was tight and debt was high. Nonetheless, people attempted to live their lives as they normally would and for some that meant going to high school.

Teachers in one-room schools typically taught grades one to ten, but then they would tutor individual students in grade 11 and 12. This wasn’t always an ideal situation since the teacher’s time was limited.

Correspondence courses didn’t exist by this point, so the solution came in the form of dormitories set up at central areas across the province.

One such dormitory was set up near Kitscoty, organized for girls to attend in the fall of 1940. In total, eight girls from various rural districts in the area came out to be the first members of the dormitory, house in the Bank of Commerce building that had recently closed due to the tough economic times. This building would actually serve as a students’ residence for over a decade.

Soon enough, the dormitory began to see immense success and there were 60 to 70 rural high school boys and girls were registered so they could continue their education. The program was not free, with

students paying $15 per month to stay at the dormitory. If the student returned home on the weekends, they would only pay $12 per month.

The Kitscoty organization was very successful because of the cooperation between parents, the dormitory board and the community itself. Every month, the board, students and principal would meet to discuss matters and ensure the students were receiving the fullest education.

As Jim Smith, supervisor for the Kitscoty Dormitories between 1941 and 1955, says “I do not recall one instance between 1941 and 1955 when I felt that I did not have enjoy the complete support and loyalty of the members of the Board.”

Smith’s wife Peggy took over from him briefly during one summer so he could continue his studies.

All food for the dormitory was purchased in town from Stordy’s Store and at Empire Meat Market in Lloydminster.

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Red Tape Reduction Op-Ed

Josephine Pon, Minister of Seniors and cut red tape by one third, we are taking a Housing close look at streamlining all government Submitted processes to empower Albertans and Our government knows that Albertans make their lives easier. work hard to provide for their loved ones.

As Minister of Seniors and Housing, I am That is why we committed to being mind- committed to reducing red tape. Already, ful of every single tax dollar spent. Now, we have introduced automatic enrolment we are focused on cutting government red in provincial seniors financial assistance tape and making life better for everyday programs for Assured Income for the Albertans and businesses.

Severely Handicapped (AISH) recipients Have you ever found that accessing once they turn 65. Previously, AISH recipigovernment-supported programs and ents had to submit a separate application services is needlessly complicated or for provincial seniors benefits. It was clear difficult? As part of our commitment to to us that this was an unnecessary step

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causing needless stress and worry for recipients, and cumbersome for their caregivers and support workers. Now, about 125 AISH recipients turning 65 each month will benefit from a seamless process of automatic enrolment for supports available to all Alberta seniors. Thanks to this red tape reduction measure, these Albertans can be assured of uninterrupted access to the financial supports they rely on.

I’m proud that we have eliminated needless stress and paperwork for older AISH recipients. But it’s just the beginning. We know there is still much work to do in

reducing unnecessary regulations and administrative burdens on Albertans.

We want to hear from you. What are some ways we can remove barriers and improve access to seniors and affordable housing services? You can make your voice heard by submitting your ideas to us at CutRedTape.alberta.ca.

Your input will help ensure our government’s actions reflect the needs of hardworking individuals and families across the province. Have your say, and let’s work together to make life easier for all Albertans.

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The MAN VAN Is Rolling Into Vermilion

Submitted The MAN VAN™ will be at Art in the Park on September 7, at Heritage Park in Vermilion from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. offering free baseline PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen) blood tests to men over the age of 40 and Blood Pressure, Blood Glucose, Stress Check Questionnaire and waist circumference measurement to all men over 18.

Balancing work, family and a social life keeps men busy. Health is not always top-of-mind. It can be very difficult for men to fit regular doctor visits into their schedules. That is why the Prostate Cancer Centre is pleased to offer the services of the MAN VAN to the community. No appointment is necessary.

The PSA test is a simple blood test that helps in the early detection of prostate cancer. PSA is a protein produced by the prostate and released in small amounts

to the bloodstream. The amount of PSA in the bloodstream can often predict a man’s risk of prostate cancer. Prostate cancer is the leading cancer in Albertan men. One man in seven will develop prostate cancer in his lifetime. Approximately 2600 men will be diagnosed annually with prostate cancer and 8 men will die from it every week.

In Canada, the state of men’s health is often called the “silent crisis”. Men live five years less than women on average and out of the top 15 causes of death, men lead in 14. Men also are more likely to avoid preventative care, delay treatment, pay less attention to health information and are less likely to have a health care provider. Measurements for BMI, blood pressure and blood glucose can help men determine a Man’s overall health status and allow health practitioners to catch and possibly reverse

potential problems early on.

The Prostate Cancer Centre is a nonprofit organization established in 1999 and focused on the early detection and treatment of prostate cancer and pros-

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tate related disease. We support excellence in prostate cancer awareness, education, diagnosis, treatment, advocacy and research with the ultimate goal of eliminating advanced prostate cancer.

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PPC - Meet & Greet

Submitted negative. I want to encourage you to vote yourself and vote your convictions. There w w w.peoplespar t yofc anada.c a, or People’s Party of Canada Lakeland in the positive this fall. Vote for someone, a is another option,” said Houle. contact PPC Candidate Alain Houle at Riding Candidate, Alain Houle, hosted a party, an idea. Do your research. Educate For more information, you can visit 587-280-5589.

Meet & Greet at the Mannville Recreation Centre on August 29.

“We had small numbers last night at the Meet & Greet but I was encouraged by the awareness and interest of those that attended.

My task will be to educate the Lakeland Riding of the new party and how the poliVermilion, Alberta cies/leadership Maxime Bernier has put & forward encompasses true conservatism Lloydminster, Alberta and are what the Lakeland Riding/Alberta/ Canada need at this time. I believe in these policies.

My message is this: As Canadians, we have a serious responsibility to inform and educate ourselves on the political issues affecting our lives & country and hold our elected officials responsible. This is a different election.

It seems we have been continually voting someone out and voting against.

The intent of our will and our vote is in the

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LOCAL NEWS

The Vermilion Voice | September 3, 2019

The Road To Becoming A Veterinarian

Vermilion’s Moniek Okkema received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of Saskatchewan in June.

She attended her first year at Lakeland College in Lloydminster, and spent five additional years in Saskatoon.

“My mom had found on a letter that I wrote in kindergarten about what I wanted to do when I grew up that said, ‘vet.’ We had a dairy farm when I was little and I always wanted a job working with cattle,” said Moniek.

She began working as a summer student last year at a Veterinary Clinic in Ponoka.

Since June, she has returned there to work for Dr. Clayton West (who is Steve West’s son). She likes the small town feeling, finding it similar to Vermilion and likes having the opportunity to work with the farm

animals.

For others considering the profession, she recommended it saying that in the vet profession you get to work closely with different people making it like a small community.

“It is very rewarding and as a newer grad you see a lot of things you had only heard about in the text books. Working is definitely a nice change of pace from school and it’s nice to apply what you have learned and to continue learning on the job. My favourite part is the variety; that every day is different and having the opportunity to work with big and small animals,” said Moniek .

“Obviously we are very proud of her. She is very determined and bright and everything she has ever done has been in that direction. She has always loved animals and it’s a real accomplishment!” said her mother, Donna Okkema.

Dr. Moniek Okkema On Graduating as a

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From University of Saskatchewan 2019

Moniek is practicing at the Ponoka Vet Clinic

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Are you looking for an alternative to Traditional Schools?

School of Hope and Vermilion Home Schooling offers 3 different alternative programs while learning from home!

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• Optional online lessons UFA Retirees Vermilion UFA Farm Supply held a retirement celebration for Randy Barlow and Donna Rudyk on August 29. Barlow has been with the company for 42 years, while Rudyk has been there for 10 and half years. Past manager Jack Rehill attended to congratulate them, as well as many members of the community. Overall, everyone enjoyed the opportunity to celebrate over coffee and cake. From left, UFA retirees Randy Barlow, and Donna Rudyk.

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Closing The Cottage For The Season

(NC) A bittersweet feeling, closing the season. It’s important to ensure that use. Here are some tips to keep in mind: cottage is an essential part of maintain- everything is safe and will last through Indoors. Whether you plan to use your ing your property and home for another harsh weather conditions while not in cottage in all seasons or not, remember to turn off each individual breaker before you turn off the main power source. This Where you will help protect your major appliances, including your pump and hot water tank, want it... when you power back up. Make sure to store all extension cords in rodent-proof When you containers. Or consider storing them where they won’t be subject to freezing want it. temperatures, which can cause them to crack.

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Lil Eyben

Vermilion Senior Centre News

Submitted

The Summer season has come and also with fall approaching a lot of activities at the centre will once again commence.

I trust that everyone had a fairly decent summer and a lot of rain fell making everyone adjust and do a lot of things when the sun shone.

Ongoing was the floor curling Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 9:30 a.m.

Same with playing pool in the afternoon

and Bridge playing.

As of the month of September, Mondays the first Monday of the month September 9th is birthday cake at 10 a.m.

The choir practice starts on September 10th at 2 p.m. Could also use extra singers.

Pot-luck is on September 18th at 5:30 p.m. Bring something for supper, $5 charge and bring a friend, entertainment to follow.

People come from a distance on

September 12 for crib doubles. Noon lunch and morning snacks, coffee is provided and included in the price.

Bingo is very popular and the dates are on September 5th and 19th, the jackpot was won last time so it starts with a $30 pot this time. Lots come from neighboring towns and its’ nice to see you all.

For the hearing aide people Beltone is September 11th and Connect Hearing on September 12th and September 26th.

A new game started during the summer

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and it’s Majongg Tiles every Wednesday at 1 p.m., join the crowd and enjoy the afternoon. There is a bridge tournament September 25th at the centre. Please register, everyone is welcome.

Interest has been expressed in starting Whist Trump. Phone Diane at the centre 780-853-4292 for more particulars so it can get started on a regular basis.

Have a good long weekend and hopefully we’ll enjoy a lovely fall and Indian Summer.

Things To Do In Nature: Wetlands

Submitted 150+ ways to explore, experience and enjoy Alberta’s natural heritage.

Like so many organizations that celebrated Canada 150 in unique and interesting ways, Nature Alberta created a project of our own to commemorate this special milestone. But we wanted to make sure our project has some longevity and lasted well beyond the celebration year. Canada’s and Alberta’s endearing and enduring natural places, biodiversit y and conser vation-minded people and organizations are what make us unique and sets us apart from other nations. This is what forms the foundation of our endeavor to honour not just Canada’s past, but the foundation for its future.

T h i s s u m m e r N at u r e A l b e r t a i s l a u n c h i n g “ 15 0 + T h i n g s t o D o i n Nature.” This interactive, user-friendly online stor y map will of fer visitors 150+ ways to learn about, experience

and enjoy Alberta’s natural heritage. It will encourage people to be active in nature by showcasing special places and natural features to visit, highlighting outdoor events to attend and featuring Nature Alberta’s member nature clubs across the province to connect with. To top it all off, users of the story map will be able to upload pictures and share their experiences.

Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect from the 150+ Things to Do in Nature story map.

Let’s face it. In years past, wetlands have, more often than not, been overlooked; viewed as an unnecessary or inconvenient feature of the landscape that should be worked under or paved over in favor of farming, urban sprawl or other development. However, in more recent years, with a growing knowledge and understanding of the critical importance of the role of wetlands and the abundance of plants and animals

they sustain, people are reassessing their viewpoints.

Wetlands are among the most fertile, complex and productive ecosystems on earth. They play an important role in improving the quality and quantity of our water supplies in addition to providing valuable wildlife habitat. They come in many types, shapes and sizes and they are essential to the Alberta landscape. In fact, nearly 21% of Alberta is covered in these important natural areas. More and more, wetlands are recognized and appreciated for their contribution to the health and wellness of Alberta’s environment, water quality, biodiversity and economy.

Knowing this, it is impossible to overlook the significance of wetlands. This is why Nature Alberta is featuring a selection of key wetlands in our 150+ Things to Do in Nature story map and encouraging you to learn about and even visit a local wetland to under-

stand more about how it functions, its diversity and how you can help protect them. When you do, be sure to share your photos and experiences with others through the story map.

Be active in and appreciate nature – visit Nature Alberta’s 150+ Things to Do in Nature story map at http://naturealberta.ca/explore.

Nature is all around us.

Alberta is home to incredible natural spaces comprised of beautiful and varied landscapes, and rich biodiversity reflected in our abundant and diverse flora and fauna. Today, natural history clubs and their members are engaging Albertans across the province in the conservation and appreciation of this natural heritage. Nature Alberta represents a network of these natural history organizations in Alberta.

We are a community connected by a love of nature. For more information visit naturealberta.ca.

4 Ways To Help Your Kids Keep Up In School This Year

(NC) We all want our children to succeed, but sometimes it’s important to take a step back and encourage kids to set their own course, learning new skills and information on their own.

Recently, active learning has become quite popular, even finding its way into mainstream education as classrooms become increasingly digital. Children can now go beyond traditional classroom resources, learning more about anything they want with a simple click of the mouse.

With this in mind, here are a few easy ways to help your child be an independent, curious learner in the digital age: Create chances to safely explore at home.

Pose questions to your kids about what exc ites them and enc ourage them to learn more about that topic on kid-friendly, trusted websites. That way, they will already feel comfortable with new digital learning platforms at school, such as Nelson Education’s Edwin, which allows kids to browse an

extensive catalogue of content to find out more about what interests them.

Highlight the fun in learning.

Being a successful learner starts with having a positive attitude. Show kids that learning can be fun and exciting by thinking of ways to turn research into a game. Reward them with inexpensive prizes or more play time.

Chances are, the more fun children have learning, the more they’ll want to seek out new information and grow.

Allow your child to teach you.

Challenging your kids to take the information they learn and apply it to everyday life is a great way to enhance understanding, while also helping identify areas for improvement. Encourage your kids to tell you what they’ve learned. Support your child as they navigate new information and help them learn by asking questions they may not have considered. This will foster even more learning and help familiarize your child with collaborative student-teacher relationships.

Vermilion 4H Sheep Club Final Report

Madison Ferguson Submitted

T h e Ve r m i l i o n 4 H s h e e p c l u b achievement day was held on July 23, 2019, where the members groomed their animals (sheep and goats) to show. All of our members made unforgettable memories, and had a blast! We were fortunate enough to have awesome weather (though it was a little hot)! And have a bbq supported by Webb’s!

This year our club’s wind up party committee members (Ashley Corbiere, Madison Ferguson, Makenzie Flanders, Emery Zayac, and Katie Sargant) held the year end pizza and cake picnic on July 24th at the Vermilion Museum, where we discovered more about Vermilions rich

agriculture and business history. It was also interesting to learn about the many services that Vermilion has offered from the start, and how many happy families have been fortunate to live in this community and surrounding areas.

A huge thank you to our achievement day judges: Larry Roy, Patric & Lorri Lyster, our MC: Wyatt Jacula, Ringman: Noah Jacula and our auctioneer Ed McCormack you guys did a wonderful job!

A special thank you to the ‘Vermilion Voice’ for reporting our clubs activities and events throughout the year, and being true community supporters. Thank you to all our family, friends, and community members for their ongoing support!

Digital learning tools are rapidly excel. evolving classrooms. By embracing Find more information on modern this new way of learning, both at school classroom technology at edwin.nelson. and at home, you can help your kids com.

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HOUSE FOR SALE

CAREER OPPORTUNITY The East Central Family Day Home Agency is now looking for program providers

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.

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Send resume to: Student leadership is at the heart of what we do at Lakeland College.

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VIRGO

Stay calm and focus on things that will help you understand the situation better.

Deception may cause disputes you can do without. Be diplomatic but stem.

LIBRA

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SCORPIO

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Investments may be misrepresented today.

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CAPRICORN

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AQUARIUS

Cultural activities open your eyes to new ways of doing things. You are better off visiting friends or relatives than entertaining at home.

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Your ad campaigns will be highly targeted and consequently, very effective.

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September 3, 2019 | The Vermilion Voice

Vermilion Library Board Seeks New Board Members

Submitted If you would like to become par t of a d ynami c, c ommunit y fo c use d organization we want to hear from you! The library offers a meaningful role to help ensure your community

enjoys great library service. Vermilion Library Board serves the Town of Vermilion, County of Vermilion River, and surrounding areas. The only requirement to be a board members is to believe in the importance of libraries, ability to serve on a sub - committee, and possess a va l i d Ver m i l i o n Library card.

Up to 9 committed board members vo l u nte er t h e ir t i m e a n d t a l e nt to ensure that the librar y complies w i t h l e g i s l at i o n u n d e r t h e L i b r a ries Act and provides quality service to the community. The library holds 8 evening board meetings a year on t h e l a s t We d n e s d ay of t h e m o nt h for about 1 hour. The average board member commits 2 hours per month.

Af ter d evel o p ing a str ateg i c p lan,

board members will measure progress toward meeting goals and make decisions regarding our fiscal and human resources to meet the needs of our community.

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Cow Feeding Economics For The 2019 Winter

Submitted

The two main factors to consider in developing feeding economies are price and availability of feed.

High feed costs again in 2019 have many producers wondering about the economics of overwintering their cows. Ted Nibourg, farm business management specialist at the Alberta Ag-Info Centre, looks at the economic factors when developing a feed strategy for this winter.

“The question,” says Nibourg, “Is it even feasible to keep cows? Some are liquidating their entire herds. Others are culling heavily, and many are trying to find economical ways of maintaining them.”

He says that the two main factors to consider in developing feeding economies are price and availability of feed.

“One factor to consider this winter will be the availability of quality forage. Parts

of the province experienced drought again this summer while others suffered the other end of the spectrum. The wet areas of the province had difficulty getting their hay off dry and many producers resorted to putting their forage up as silage or haylage. This tends to solve the supply dilemma locally, but it greatly increases transportation costs to areas of reduced supply as much of what is being trucked is water.”

To arrive at daily feed costs, Nibourg ran some rations through CowBytes to add perspective to feed price variations, and its effect on a producer’s bottom line.

“The rations assumed 1,400 pound cows at mid-pregnancy. The barley-straw ration priced barley at $5 per bushel and barley straw at $50 per ton. The result was a ration that came to $2.20 per head per day. With a straight grass hay ration for hay priced at 8 cents per lb., the daily cost increased to $2.75 per head. Hay priced at 10 cents per

lb. jumped the daily cost to $3.40 per head.

With hay at 12 cents per lb., the daily cost bounced up to $4.10 per head. “ Nibourg then ran the numbers through Rancher’s Risk and Return to provide insight into the effect varying feed prices have on a producer’s bottom line.

“Using a 100 head herd with a weaning percentage of 85%, it assumed that 650 lb. steer calves averaged $210 per cwt and 600 lb. heifer calves averaged $190 per cwt.

The feed costs for the barley-straw ration amounted to 53% of the total production costs for the herd and resulted in a gross margin of $13,250. A hay ration priced at 8 cents per lb. increased feed costs to 58.5% of total production costs and reduced the gross margin to minus $250 - basically break even. Hay at 10 cents per lb. jumped feed costs to 63.5% of the total, resulting in a negative $15,131 gross margin. Feed costs increased to 68% of total produc-

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“Feed costs this winter are basically charges against next year’s calf crop,” he explains. “Break evens in the fall of 2020 for this example herd on a barley-straw ration, comes in at $176 per cwt for next year’s calves. The herd on 8 cent per lb. hay ration would need $202 per cwt to break even. At 10 cents per lb., break evens are $229 per cwt. Break evens for 12 cent per lb. hay are $258 per cwt. This analysis underscores the necessity of managing feed costs for a cow-calf operator. Feed costs are by and far the largest component of the production costs in a cow-calf operation.”

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