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Fresh Apparel – Grand Opening

super excited! I love being able to help about themselves. I really enjoy fashion. like this, and I love interacting with the people pick out outfits and feel good I feel Vermilion really needs something people.”

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Fresh Apparel hosted their Grand Opening at Craig’s Cornerstone in Vermilion on November 1 – 2.

Customers enjoyed the opportunity to browse lifestyle and seasonal clothing as well as men’s and women’s everyday wear and accessories. Open since May, the Grand Opening offered special discounts and sweets throughout the weekend.

“On behalf of the Town of Vermilion I’d like to congratulate you on your grand opening and wish you all the success in the future. Seeing new businesses shows that our community is growing and that Vermilion is the choice to shop and bring people from outside our area. The business community has jumped on to renovate the Craig’s building and having all of these businesses within one spot located downtown is great. Fresh Apparel is a welcome addition to our downtown core,” said Deputy Mayor, Robert Pulyk.

Owner Melissa Cusack was pleased From left, Community Economic Development Officer Mary Lee Prior, Councillor Clint McCullough, Owner Melissa Cusack, Deputy Mayor to have everyone stop by and said, “I’m Robert Pulyk, Councillor Greg Barr, and Town of Vermilion CAO George Rogers. Photo Angela Mouly

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Provincial Outlook For FCSS

Rajan Sawhney, Alberta Minister of Community and Social Services was pleased to announce on October 29, that the provincial budget will remain at $100 million for Family and Community Support Services (FCSS).

“In Budget 2019, our government is pleased to maintain funding to FCSS as we are committed to helping our community partners meet the changing needs of citizens across the province. This will help local communities and civil society organizations determine what prevention programs in their local areas can best

reduce the likelihood of families reaching a crisis. Our government will be looking to programs like FCSS to operate efficiently, with a targeted and results-based focus,” said Minister Sawhney.

She went on to say that FCSS continues to have an 80/20 partnership with communities and Metis settlements with the province funding 80 per cent.

She also mentioned that the government values the longstanding relationships they have maintained with these communities and settlements. Vermilion FCSS celebrated their 50th Anniversary in 2019.

In Vermilion, FCSS partners with other

organizations to address substance abuse, mental health issues and depression, homelessness, affordable housing, and senior in-home supports. When asked why is it important to continue offering Albertans these services, Kassandra Kitz, Press Secretary for the Ministry of Community and Social Services said, “FCSS plays an important role in creating strong communities. Targeted prevention programs help reduce costs which can eventually impact heath, justice and The Honourable Rajan Sawhney, UCP MLA child intervention systems.”

For more information on FCSS in for Calgary-North East and Alberta Minister Vermilion, you can call Carol Coleman at of Community and Social Services.

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Thank You The Suicide Walk of Remembrance Committee would like to thank the following who donated and supported the Suicide Walk of Remembrance 2019: • Shoppers Drug Mart (Lloyd Mall) • Lakeland College • Tim Horton's - Highway 17 south, Lloydminster • KFC Lloydminster • Sobeys • Lloydminster District Co-op

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Western Financial – Library Donation

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Vermilion Western Financial Group Inc. donated $1,224 dollars to the Vermilion Public Library on October 28.

The donation was made possible through the Western Communities Foundation, and by staff fundraising through a barbeque, bake sale, and garage sale.

The library targeted the funds towards the Summer Reading Program.

“Anyone who supported our fundraisers helped us to support the Library. The Summer Reading Program is important for our youth, and we like being able to keep those connections ongoing in our community,” said Lori Patoki, Western Financial Client Care Associate.

At the Vermilion Public Library this summer: 75 children between ages 5 -12 signed up for the summer reading program and together they read 34,440

minutes.

Library staff presented story time programming for over 200 children and 137 children attended an informational program. Almost 600 children made a craft or took part in an activity at the library In addition, early this fall the library handed out 70 books for Kids Kits that included two books and a free 1-year membership to all kindergarten students attending school in Vermilion.

“On behalf of the Vermilion Library community, I want to thank the staff at Western Financial Group in Vermilion for fundraising to support early literacy programming at the Library. The Western Financial Group has helped the library encourage children to read, encourage families to use the library, and encourage lifelong learning for everyone,” said Sheila Heit, Vermilion Public Library Programs Fom left, Library Programs Coordinator Sheila Heit, Board members Leanne Martin, Richard Yaceyko, Dawn Flaata, and Western Financial Client Care Associate Lori Patoki. Photo Angela Mouly Coordinator.

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2019 Budget – Imperative, Measured, Responsible And Mandated

Garth Rowswell, MLA Submitted

Following the delivery of the 2019 Budget by the Finance Minister, Travis Toews, I wanted to share my thoughts with you.

Let me star t with this quote from the renowned, four term British Prime Minister, William Ewart Gladstone: “Budgets are not merely affairs of arithmetic, but in a thousand ways go to the root of prosperity of individuals, the relation of classes and the strength of kingdoms”.

Certainly, for the past four years, arguably longer, the foundational truth of this quote has been entirely ignored.

As a result, Alberta now finds itself in a parlous financial state and it is imperative that the UCP government acts decisively.

The MacKinnon Panel on Alberta’s Finances report confirmed the UCPs worst fears regarding the province’s finances.

Anticipating this situation, the UCP 2019 election platform contained the promise that a UCP government would get Alberta’s fiscal house back in order

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on an accelerated timeline of four years.

I am pleased to say that this budget lives up to that promise.

I am proud to say that it does it in b oth a measured and res p onsible manner.

The MacKinnon report identified the areas in which reductions were necessary. The Finance Minister’s job was to make sure that this was done with caution, but also with “courage and resolve”.

Those experiencing reductions will complain that they are being penalized. What they studiously ignore is that Alber ta spends $10.4 bn more than other provinces providing the same services.

By reducing the allocation to these areas, they will learn to adapt and, as a result, become more efficient while retaining effectiveness.

Alberta has the highest per capita deficit ($8.7Bn) and fastest growing debt (currently $37Bn net debt) of any province or state in North America.

We have experienced more than 4 years of financial complacency, as

Minister Toews pointed out, this goes back 25 years. It has to stop, and stop now.

I mentioned caution. It should be noted that in 1995 Jean Chretien and Paul Martin proposed cutting program spending by almost nine per cent over just two years in order to re-establish control over federal spending.

We should recognize therefore that the spending reductions of 2.8% put forward in this budget are moderate and cautious by comparison.

I consider the budget responsible as it ensures that the most vulnerable in our society are protected. The Health Ministr y receives a modest budget increase. Children’s Services, Community and Social Services, and Seniors and Housing also receive increases.

The criticism of the Corporate tax cuts is a strain of the socialist politics of envy virus. We have the evidence before us here in Alberta of the damage a business hostile government does.

Ta x in g t h e o il an d g a s in d u str y via the “climate and leadership plan” (Carbon tax to you and me) led to a massive drop in investment and record

job losses.

These critics would do well to remem ber that without the wealth creators there are no private sector jobs.

We now find ourselves having to wo r k t w i c e a s h ar d to e n c o u r ag e investment back into the province. If we are successful then the ability to maintain budgets is made easier.

It i s v i t al t hat we g al vani se t h e ‘private Peter to help pay for the public Paul’. These tax cuts aim to do that.

T h i s b u d g e t i s , u n d o u b t e d l y, a tough one; yet this should come as no surprise. The Alberta electorate understood the imperative of this action and, in record numbers, gave us the mandate to get the job done.

I star ted with a quote and I shall finish with one that reflects the duty of responsibility our government has recognized and embraced: “You are no longer a boy, and one of the first duties which a man owes to his friends and to society is to live within his income.” Thomas Hughes, Tom Brown at Oxford (1859) True words then, just as true now.

Parkinson Association Coming To Vermilion

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The Parkinson Association of Alberta is thrilled to be offering a support group in Vermilion on November 12, from 1 - 3 p.m. at Continuing Care in the Stewart-Hunter room.

Participants in the area have wanted this for some time so are sure to be pleased

to see this offered. According to Client Services Coordinator, Sherry BowerGagne, the meetings in Vermilion will alternate every other month on the second Tuesday of the month.

In Lloydminster, at Southridge Community Church their support group will run from 2 - 4 p.m. They will also host Breathing with Amber on November 4 and 18 from 10

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The Scale Of Sacrifice

Lorna Hamilton Editor

This week the Ve r m i l i o n Vo i c e Newspaper is saluting the veterans who have sacrificed so much for our freedom and the freedom of others.

While researching for this editorial I discovered in WWI 68,000 Canadians lost their lives, in WWII there were 47,000 Canadian deaths, the South African war saw 267 Canadian deaths, while the Korean War was 516. Of course these are only a few missions the Canadian service people have been involved with over its history, if you would like to learn more you can visit https://www.canada.ca/en/ services/defence/caf/militaryhistory/warsoperations.html

The Afghanistan War started in 2001 after the bombing of the World Trade Centre and became the face of the War Against Terror. One hundred and fifty-nine Canadians lost their lives, and I was able to find links to 15 (there could be more) Alberta service people who lost their lives from 2001 to 2011 and they are: Lieutenant William Montague Turner April 22, 2006 in Gumbad Afghanistan, Captain Nichola Kathleen Sarah Goddard - May 17, 2006 in Kandahar Afghanistan (the first female Canadian Armed Forces member to die in combat duty), Corporal Francisco Oliver Gomez - July 22, 2006 Kandahar Afghanistan, Private Kevin Yves Royal Dallaire - August 3, 2006 Pashmul Afghanistan, Master Corporal Raymond Friedrich Arndt - August 5, 2006 Kandahar Afghanistan, Sergeant Shane Hank Stachnik - September 3, 2006 Kandahar City

Afghanistan, Private Joel Vincent Wiebe - June 20, 2007 Panjwaii District Afghanistan, Corporal Nathan Hornburg - September 24, 2007 Kandahar Afghanistan, Corporal Michael Gunter Starker - May 6, 2008 Pashmul Afghanistan, Corporal Michael James Alexander Seggie - September 3, 2008 Zharey district Afghanistan, Private Chadwick James Horn -September 3, 2008 Zharey district Afghanistan, Private Steven Henry Marshall - October 30, 2009 S.E. of Kandahar City Afghanistan, Corporal Zachery Wilfrid McCormack - December 30, 2009 Kandahar City Afghanistan, Sergeant George Rudolf Miok - December 30, 2009 Kandahar City Afghanistan, and Trooper Larry John Rudd - May 24, 2010 Afghanistan.

While those numbers seem small in comparison to the more than 40,000 Canadian Armed Forces members who

served in the Afghanistan theatre of operations between 2001 and 2014, it is still 159 families who will never have conversations or celebrate special occasions with their loved ones. To me the scale of sacrifice is to high even if it is one life lost. Conflict is a nasty business and while it would be wonderful to have our world live in peace and harmony with each other it seems as though it is only a dream and will never be a reality. There will always be a need for service people and there will always be death and destruction behind it!! Always remember the sacrifices every one of our service people make; whether it is distance from their families for extended periods of time, psychological effects, or the loss of their life. Without them we would not have the freedoms we have today. Appreciate and honour those who give and have given so much, so we can have so much.

Pizza Filled Meatloaf

Dawn Hames Columnist

Here is a fresh take on an old favourite. It is a meat loaf filled with yummy vegetables and flavour. It is great served with mashed potatoes or Italian oven roasted potatoes or even baked potatoes. Baked sweet potatoes with a dollop of sour cream would be a nice accompaniment as well. Other options are macaroni and cheese, spaghetti or rice. Add a raw salad to complete the meal. Having raw food, such as a salad or fruit for dessert

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Nothing says home cooking like a savory, homemade meat loaf. For my basic meatloaf recipe, check the edition of the Vermilion Voice from two weeks ago. When it comes to meat loaf, now you have options. I have also thought of

adding some grated cheddar cheese into 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese the meatloaf, but I have not tried it yet, 1 small can of pizza sauce divided, maybe a cheeseburger meatloaf will be use half in the meatloaf and the other my next meatloaf adventure. half on top.

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1 cup finely diced onion Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Combine 1 cup red pepper chopped all the ground meat, onion, red pepper, 1 cup of raw mushrooms chopped mushrooms, garlic, eggs, salt, pepper 4 cloves of garlic minced and Italian seasoning. Add in half of 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper the can of pizza sauce. Combine all the 1 teaspoon sea salt ingredients well and press into an oiled or 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning buttered loaf pan. Cover the top with the 1 teaspoon each of onion and remaining pizza sauce. Sprinkle on the 3” wide mozzarella version and parmesan cheese. Bake garlic powder (optional) 3 eggs until cooked through, about 1 hour.

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Craig Baird Columnist

Many men from the Vermilion area ser ved overseas a n d n ot a l l c a m e back. While I could write a lot about the various men and women who served their country in various capacities. This week though, I am going to focus on just a few of them.

L a nc e C orp or al Willis Wilfr e d Shattuck.

Born in 1903 to E. and Clara Shattuck of Vermilion, he would marr y Kathleen Shat tuck before heading overseas in 1941. He served with the Perth Regiment of the ambulance division and would see action in England, Italy, France, Germany, Belgium and Holland.

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Sadly, he was killed in Holland on April 29, 1945, days before the end of the war, when his vehicle drove over a hidden mine. He was killed instantly and buried in Holland.

Shattuck’s friend and captain would say that Shattuck had a spirit of cheerfulness and self-sacrifice that was an inspiration to the other men in his division.

Arthur Covey Born on Aug. 28, 1898, he would come over to Canada with his parents Edwin and Catherine, and become a student of Bowtell School and part of the first class to ever attend the school.

He would enlist as a young man and be sent over with the 46 th Battalion in the Saskatchewan Regiment of the Canadian Infantry. He would be killed in battle on Oct. 26, 1917.

George Burton

Arriving in the Vermilion area in 1905, and followed by his brother in 1912, George was originally from England.

Wor k ing on lo c al far ms an d help ing to find work for his brother Arthur and sister Daisy, he would eventually enlist and be sent overseas in 1915.

His brother attempted to enlist but due to a bad arm, he was unable to serve.

Sadly, George would not return from the war. Arthur would name one of his sons, George, after his fallen brother.

Harry Potvin C o m i n g f r o m t h e B o w te l l a r e a , Potvin would go overseas and while he would survive the war, he would sadly lose a leg in the conflict. As with Arthur Covey, he was one of the first students to attend the Bowtell School in 1906.

His family used to own a farm in the area that several people, including the Lind family, would work at.

Harold Hill The son of Mr. and Mrs. William Hill, he lived across from the Bowtell School along with this brother Roland.

Rowland would die at a young age and Harold would go overseas to serve in the First World War. He would return alive following his service for his country. He would also serve as the president of the Bowtell Literary Society for a time.

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Myth Or Truth – How Many Myths Do We Believe?

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A Myth “is an invented story or belief.”

How often as a community we are sure of something because that is what we have heard and it is a majority believe. Not researched or tested but what we have come to believe.

In the world of those who grieve, there are many myths. For those who grieve, believing the myths and having the community and friends share those myths with them creates a time of self doubt as to their healing and the “right or wrong way to grieve.”

This is a time for community to become more aware and supportive of those grieving and companion them with the truth, not a myth that they haven’t researched or tested.

Check your myths. Do you believe: - Grief and mourning are the same experience.

-Experience of Grief and mourning progress in predictable and orderly stages.

-Better to move away from your grief not embrace it.

-Following a loss the goal is to get over it as soon as possible.

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VES - Author Visit

Angela Mouly Reporter

Vermilion Elementary School hosted author and illustrator, Mike Boldt on October 30.

Various age groups had the opportunity to ask questions and find out what it is like to draw/write for a living.

Many of the students were very excited about the idea and even helped supply creative ideas throughout the presentation.

Boldt gave them a sneak peek for a n u p c o m i n g g r a p h i c n ove l, r e a d excerpts from stories that he has at the school Library, and shared tricks for drawing with the audience. He has

written approximately six children’s books and illustrated approximately 20.

One book he illustrated was written by Robert Munsch, called ‘Get Me Another One!’ Another one written by Dev Petty called, ‘I Don’t Want To Be A Frog,’ has been translated into 14 different languages.

VES has a copy of one Boldt wrote c alled, ‘ The Go pher s in Far mer Burrows’ Field’ that is no longer available for sale. Boldt went on to describe that he has to work harder at writing and that picture books are really his forte.

“Our eyes are a powerful tool, taking

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in millions of colours and textures. I use shapes much like a How-To-Draw book beginning ver y light and then going over to add details. If you practice drawing something even 10 times, the ninth or tenth will be far better than the first. The best teacher is just practicing; it’s what you put into something that you will reap,” said Boldt.

Students enjoyed learning about shading areas darker to make images look a little bit three dimensional. They challenged him to add accessories to a sample shark drawing which they really enjoyed.

For more information, you can visit Author and illustrator, Mike Boldt.

Photo Angela Mouly mikeboldt.ca.

Emergency Preparedness: A Group Effort

Submitted Natural disasters occur a lot more around Canada than the average person might think. Severe storms, tornados, wildfires, floods, earthquakes and avalanches have all been known to occur within Canadian borders. With climate change contributing to a constantly evolving meteorological situation in the country, too, it seems likely that these natural disasters will only continue to increase in volume and severity.

November is National Community Safety & Crime Prevention Month, and this month the Canada Safety Council is calling your attention to emergency preparedness. Do you know what to do in case of emergency?

Emergency plan A plan is a must when it comes to emergency preparedness. Because it could be needed at any time, you won’t be able to rely on effective communications during the emergency.

Identify the exit points from your house.

An escape route may become necessary

if you need to get out immediately. You should also designate a meeting area in case you and your family get split up. Be aware of the location of your fire extinguisher, water valve, electrical panel, gas valve and floor drain at all times.

If you have children, your emergency plan should also account for situations where they may be at school or daycare while the emergency is occurring.

Designate a person to pick them up.

The same rule applies to pets and how you will ensure they are taken care of in extreme circumstances.

Supplies In planning for disaster, the key to keep in mind is that it may take time before emergency responders are able to assist you. When building your emergency kit, prepare for at least 72 hours (three days) of self-sufficiency. Your supplies should include: at least two litres of water per person, per day; non-perishable food items like canned food, granola bars and dried food; a manual can opener; a manual flashlight or a battery-operated one with

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These supplies should be stored in a backpack, suitcase or other easily transportable means of storage and placed in an easily accessible place. In case of an emergency that forces you to evacuate, you won’t necessarily have the time to go looking for your kit.

Contact information Write down the phone numbers for emergency contacts - you may not be able to access the Internet in an emergency situation. Have phone numbers on hand for family, an out-of-town emergency contact, doctor, veterinarian (if applicable,) poison control and non-emergency calls.

The main emergency number will likely be busy during natural disasters, but for urgent situations only, don’t hesitate to call 9-1-1.

During an emergency Your first priority should be to ensure

your own safety. You’ll be of no help to anybody if you put yourself in harm’s way.

Assist others as soon as you’re safe.

Follow the plan you’ve set out, making sure to stay put until all is safe or you’re ordered to evacuate. Listen to the radio or TV, if possible, for further information.

Avoid using electronic devices unnecessarily - too much cellular activity can jam up the signals and, besides, you may need to conserve battery power.

If you’re ordered to evacuate, make sure to take your emergency kit as well as any essentials, shut off water, electricity and gas if instructed to do so, notify your out-oftown contact and provide details of where you are going. Lock your home before leaving, and register with a local reception centre where you will be kept up to date.

Emergency preparedness is a group effort - community safety depends on everyone doing their part to keep the neighbourhood safe even in the face of emergency. Make a plan, stick to it, and trust emergency responders to do their part, too.

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an open house to share how our municipalities will collaborate on land use and service provision.

Residents are invited to one of two open houses where we will complete the cycle of the public consultation process that started in January of this year. Join us to review and provide comments on the draft Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks and Intermunicipal Development Plans that will guide collaboration between our municipalities in matters of how our municipalities will collaborate on matters related to land use and service provision such as transportation, water and wastewater, solid waste, emergency services, and recreation. You will have the opportunity to express any questions, concerns, or considerations about the draft documents. Refreshments provided.

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Anglican Church Donates To Lunch Programs

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S t . S a v i o u r ’s A n g l i c a n C h u r c h d o n a t e d $1, 5 0 0 t o t h e Ve r m i l i o n Elementar y School Lunch Program Society and $800 to the St. Jerome’s Hot Lunch Program on October 30.

The s plit amount was base d on numbers provided. The funds had been raised during a Garage Sale held on September 21.

“It’s really important for children to have food in their bellies to learn; you can’t learn when you are hungry. We

From left, Rector Elizabeth Metcalfe, Judy Misick, VES Lunch Society President Brandon Tupper, and VES Principal Calvin Anhorn.

would like to express our thanks to the community for their support,” said Rector Elizabeth Metcalfe.

VES Lunch Society President, Brandon Tupper said, “We’re very honoured and thrilled to receive a donation like this. It helps us to ensure that every

child has access to a hot, nutritious lunch.”

At St. Jerome’s School, Principal Allan Chase said, “It’s tough times and there are a lot of families struggling.

We have a subsidy program and the Hot Lunch Program is well utilized.”

From left, Rector Elizabeth Metcalfe, Judy Misick, St. Jerome’s Lunch Program Coordinator Tayler MacNeill, and Principal Allan Chase. Photos Angela Mouly

Mount Joy Snow Resort

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Mount Joy Snow Resort near Ll oyd m in ster h o ste d t h e ir A n nu al General Meeting on October 24.

T h i r te e n p e o p l e we r e i n at te n dance, and three new board members welcomed. Dean Peters resigned from Presidency, and Ray Tatro accepted the President’s position again.

You can register for ski and snow b o ar d s c h o o l o r to b e a c e r t i f i e d instructor by visiting mountjoyresort. c o m. T h e o r g a n iz at i o n i s exc i te d about having enhanced snow making equipment this year and would like to thank Halliburton for their contribution

with another genset half way up the hill.

Mount Joy is still in desperate need of volunteers for the following positions: preseason snow preparation, snow fence, lift upkeep, liftees, final hookups for snowmaking process, cashier/lift tickets, and rental building.

They also wanted to thank everyone who took time out of their day to attend the Annual General Meeting.

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Frank Gannon Frank was born in the Vermilion area. Feb. 1953 at the age of seventeen he joined the Royal Canadian Air Force. He took his basic training in eastern Canada. At Trenton he ser viced aircraft that flew troops and supplies to Korea. During his posting to Penhold he met and married Florence Tattersall in 1956, they were posted to Winnipeg, Manitoba for twelve years. While in Winnipeg he boxed representing the RCAF. In 1967 he spent nine months with the Armed Forces Tattoo.

Also in 1967 Frank helped with boxing during the Pan Am Games. Later the same year he was posted to Boden Germany for three years. On returning to Canada he spent twelve years in Edmonton, where he retired May 1980.

About Tattoo Tattoo 1967, was the Canadian Military contribution to Canada’s 100 birthday in 1967, which toured the country from coast to coast. The tour was made up of three parts, the first part of the tour comprised of two identical shows, a blue train and a red train each with about 450 men. These two shows toured across Canada by rail and performed in arenas. The show rehearsals took place in Picton, Ontario commencing in late February. The train shows started on March

31, 1967 in Peterborough, Ontario and completed that portion of the Tattoo in May before both trains united in Victoria, B.C. then being augmented by more military personnel to form a show of 1700 men and woman which became the second part of the tour. This second phase of Tattoo ‘67 became the “stadium” shows, first playing at an expanded Centennial Stadium in Victoria on May 25, 1967 for three shows, then Empire Stadium in Vancouver, followed by the Autostad at Expo 67 in Montreal and the CNE Stadium in Toronto.

Ottawa and Hamilton also witnessed the show at their stadiums. Unlike the arena shows which could occur any time of the day (matinees or evenings), the stadium shows were only performed in the evening.

The third and last part was a smaller contingent similar in size to the train shows that toured the Maritimes in the late summer and fall of 1967. The last performance of Tattoo 1967 was on October 11, 1967 at Chicoutimi, Quebec after over 150 shows in 42 cities across Canada. A record that has never been be broken let alone equaled. Although there were calls to preserve the Tattoo and tour to other countries as a symbol of Canadian culture, the show was relegated to Canadian history never to be seen again. All that remainsnow are the memories of a wonderful event.

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ander Branch No. 11 will be hosting a those who have gone before us and those will be followed by refreshments at the Remembrance Day Ceremony at the who continue to serve,” said Legion Presi- Legion.

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Wilfred went overseas in 1941 with the Perth Regiment in the ambulance division. His tour of duty saw him working through England, Italy, France, Germany, Belgium & then Holland. Wilfred was killed in Holland on April 29, 1945 a few days before the war was ended. What follows is a copy of the letter his wife, Kay Shattuck, received.

Lt Cpl Shattuck was killed when his motor vehicle ran over a hidden land mine while he was going to a forward position to help wounded men. He was killed instantly. He was buried with full military honours in the divisional cemetery in Holland. The captain stated that he was well acquainted with the deceased & that his spirit of cheerfulness & selfsacrifice was an inspiration to the men of his division.

The Dutch families have adopted the graves of Canadian soldiers. These graves are on land which has been given to Canada & the Canadian people. The

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Wilfred Shattuck

Dutch Netherlands war graves commit- monies in the Netherlands & other EuroIf you love your freedom thank a tee tends & cares for the cemeteries pean countries.

Veteran. which are beautiful, peaceful locations.

Flowers are planted every year at each gravesite in front of a marble headstone with the soldiers name, age & regiment.

The adoptive families visit the graves often & take fresh flowers.

Candlelight ceremonies began in the Netherlands to show thanks & to honour those who liberated the country & its people from German occupation during the Second World War. In 1995, the people of the Netherlands held a special ceremony to commemorate their liberation by Canadian forces fifty years earlier. Dutch children placed lit candles on the graves of Canadian soldiers & the candles remained lit overnight in silent tribute. Residents were drawn to the cemeteries by the soft red glow of the candles burning in the dark.

As a result, commemorative candlelight Wilfred’s War Medals. Photos submitted tributes have now become annual cere- Wilfred Shattuck

Cecil Maxwell Sinden Robert (Bob) Shattuck, SPR Army Royal Canadian Engineers Bob went overseas in 1943 with the 23rd Field Engineers.

H e s aw a c t i o n i n En g l a n d , Italy, France, Belgium, Germany and Holland. Bob met up with his brother Wilfred in Italy where they were able to have a brief reunion.

Wilfred was also in the army but with the Perth Regiment. It was the last time the brothers ever saw each other as Wilfred was killed in action in 1945.

Bob stayed overseas, with the army, until the war ended at which time he came back to Canada.

He farmed the remainder of his life in the Kitscoty area well into his 80s. He passed away at the Photo submitted age of 89 in Dec 2009.

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Al Deschambault Betty Deschambault Submitted

Al Deschambault was born at Dundee, Quebec. In 1954, when he was 18 years old, he enlisted in the Air Force in Montreal. His basic training was at St. John’s, Quebec.

Al chose to be a Crash Rescue and Structure Fire Fighter and instructor working with young, eager recruits for heavy equipment fire fighting at Borden, Ontario.

Then he was transferred to McDonald, Manitoba; then to Portage La Prairie where he met and married Helen and over the next few years, they had two sons.

Now, with their young family, Al was transferred to One Wing, Marville in France.

In 1964, Al’s wife was admitted to a US hospital in Germany where she had their baby girl.

One Wing was closing in 1966. Al refused to move to Four Wing. Soellingen in Germany where they would have to live in a tent until the PMQ Barracks were provided so he was moved back to Canada to Moisey, Quebec.

When they arrived, they found out they had to live in a tent for a few weeks until the married quarters were completed. The children thought they were just camping.

In 1968, he was transferred to Cold Lake, Alberta. They were posted to Goosebay, Labrador and then back to Cold Lake, Alberta in 1974 where they remained until he retired in 1980.

While Al was in France their barracks were set on fire during the night at about 3 a.m. on a Saturday. The barracks were full of Friday evening party goers. Al realized

he could never get so many of these men out safely as more than half of the active Fire Fighters had been moved to Lahr, Germany.

Only the Pumper Operator and Al worked to put the fire out. An excited fellow kept climbing the ladder to see what was going on and later they found out that the guy was the one who had set the fire.

Al enjoyed his 25 years in the service.

He always worked two jobs as Air Force Instructor and Carpenter, Farm Worker. He also coached minor hockey on his days off and in the evenings.

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The Final Inspection The soldier stood before GOD Which must always come to pass He hoped his shoes were shiny Just as shiny as his brass “Step forward now you soldier How shall I deal with you?

Have you always turned the other cheek?

To my church have you been true?

The soldier squared his shoulders and said “No Lord I guess I ain’t Because those of us who carry guns Can’t always be a saint I’ve had to work most Sundays And at times my talk was tough And sometimes I’ve been violent Because the world is awful rough But I never took a penny That wasn’t mine to keep.

Though I’ve worked a lot of overtime When bills just got too steep I never passed a cry for help

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George John Burton Betty Deschambault

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Edmonton, London, England and arrived in The date on his headstone is June 2, Vermilion, Alberta in 1908.

1916, which means he was 30 years old In 1913 he enlisted, joining First Cana- when he died. dian Mounted Riffles Infantry Unit (a foot soldier). George was a Sniper, he was alone when he died. Sometime later, his body was discovered by one of his friends.

The personal effects from his pockets were sent to his older brother in Vermilion, Arthur and Daisy Burton, my father in Vermilion.

He was carrying his letters from Arthur and their father. These letters and kind words of how he knew George were sent to Arthur.

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George John Burton 1913 the year he enlisted, visiting his sister Daisy, while she was caring for the Brimacombe boys.

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Though at times I shook in fear, And sometimes, God forgive me, I’ve wept unmanly tears I know I don’t deserve a place Among the people here They never wanted me around Except to calm their fears.

If you have a place for me here, Lord It needn’t be so grand I never expected or had too much But if you don’t, I’II understand.”

There was a silence all around the throne Where the saints had often trod As the soldier waited quietly For the judgement of his God. “Step forward now, you soldier You’ve borne your burden well Walk peacefully on Heaven’s Streets You’ve done your time in Hell.

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Albert Henry Beck Submitted Albert was born on August 12, 1891 in London, England. He enlisted at Islay, Alberta in WWI in the Canadian Army with the 151st Battalion. On October 3, 1916, he was shipped to Britain and served with the 11th Reserve Battalion at Shorncliffe, England from October 13, 1916 to November 30, 1916. He was wounded at Vimy Ridge and posted to Manitoba Regimental Depot, Shorncliffe. He was in command of Canadian Convalescent Depot East Shandling from October 1917 to January 1918 and was promoted to Acting Company Quar ter-Master Sergeant. Albert returned to Canada and was discharged at Calgary, Alberta on February 26, 1919. He received the British War Medal and the Victory Medal.

Photo submitted Albert passed away in 1969.

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Sacrifice and Legacy: Two Amputees Share A Special Bond Sean Borle, 24, recalls meeting Second World War veteran Lloyd Brown, 96, for the first time six years ago at a Remembrance Day ceremony. “We had this magical moment where I reached out my right hand and he put out his left, to shake hands,” he says.

Borle was born missing his left hand, and Brown lost his right arm on October 18, 1944 while serving with the Loyal Edmonton Regiment in Italy. “I was staked at a farmhouse which had a children’s treehouse located behind it,” says Brown.

“In the treehouse was a sniper who kept shooting at our boys. A tank then came which shot out shells, the shrapnel hitting my right arm.”

When Brown arrived at the hospital, the doctors had to amputate his arm. “Fortunately, I was in such shock that I didn’t feel a thing,” he recalls.

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The War Amps was started by war amputee veterans returning from the First World War to help each other adapt to their new reality as amputees. They then welcomed amputee veterans following the Second World War, sharing all that they had learned.

Borle grew up in The War Amps Child Amputee (CHAMP) Program, which provides financial assistance for the cost of artificial limbs, emotional support and regional seminars to young amputees across Canada. It was started by War Amps Members, like Brown, who realized their experiences of living with amputation could help others.

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“I can’t overstate the impact that these programs have on young amputees and their futures,” says Borle. “Knowing that there are people like Lloyd who understand what it’s like to be missing a limb, makes you feel like you’re not alone.”

When Brown attends the Remembrance Day ceremonies, he reflects on all those in his regiment who never came home. “It’s heartbreaking to think of all those who lost their lives and it’s important to remember them,” he says.

For Borle, it’s special to share Remembrance Day with Brown. “I would not be the person I am today had it not been for that decision more than 100 years ago to begin The War Amps,” says Borle. “It is our commitment as Champs that the legacy and sacrifices of Lloyd, and all the war amputee veterans, will be remembered and carried forward.”

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Raynette Schroeder nies held at November 7 at 1p.m. in our Submitted gymnasium.

The 2018 -2019 J. R. Robson went to online Report yearbook is finished and scheduled to Cards for this year. Please check Powerarrive soon! Yearbooks featuring 2019- School to monitor your child’s prog2020 is now underway and will feature ress. Please contact the office for more events, accomplishments and memora- information on how to become digitally ble moments of the current school year. connected to PowerSchool. For students Order forms will be available soon. who are struggling, we would encourage November 6 will be “Take Your Kids to parents to participate in Parent-teacher Work” day for grade 9 students. This is a interviews on November 14 to address day set aside for all grade 9 students to your concerns and the learning needs of explore possible future careers and gain your child. Just a reminder, this year you ideas of what a workplace is all about. will need to book your interviews online.

This job shadowing experience is part of Please go to our website http://jrrobson. the career planning process. btps.ca/ and scroll to the bottom of the Parents are welcome to attend our page to find the link. annual Remembrance Day CeremoThe Senior Boys Volleyball team trav-

elled to Lac La Biche and won Gold in the tournament! JV girls were in the Marwayne tournament and placed 2nd in the B pool. The Grade 9 volleyball girls played in the Hwy 16 Finals last Tuesday at St. Jerome’s School.

Football season has concluded with a loss of 52-35 in the first playoff game to Edson on a windy and cloudy Thursday, October 24.

Basketball tryouts are coming soon. If interested in playing basketball this year, please come to the appropriate tryout time at the JR Robson gym. They are: Grade 9 to 12 Boys - Nov 5th and 7th from 7:30pm to 9:30pm; Grade 6 to 8 Boys - Nov 14th and 19th from 3:30pm to 5:30pm; Grade 6 to 9 Girls - Nov 13th and 18th from 3:30

p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and Senior High Girls meeting will be at noon on Nov. 4th in big gym. If you have any questions, please see Mr. Woodward.

Important dates: Nov. 6: Fall Supper, Nov. 6: Grade 9 Take Your Kids to Work Day, Nov. 7: Remembrance Day Ceremony, Nov. 8: ATA Professional Learning Day – no classes for students, Nov. 11: Remembrance Day – no classes for students, Nov. 12: Day-in-Lieu – no classes for students, Nov. 14: Parent/ Teacher Interviews, Nov. 18-19: Grad Photos, Nov. 19: School Retakes, Nov. 19: Grad Ring Sales at lunch, Nov. 29: BTPS Learning Day – no classes for students, Dec. 13: School Learning Day – no classes for students, Dec. 20: Ski Trip.

7A Networking class went on their weekly visit assisting in getting the Senior’s Valley Lodge ready for Halloween. Photos submitted

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S t . J er o m e’s wa s buzzing with Halloween excitement this week.

Spartans of all ages enjoyed lots of spooky Halloween fun! October 31 started off with a Happigram celebration led by Miss. Frankiw’s Grade 5 class. They did a funny pumpkin skit and sang the Ghostbusters and Adams Family theme songs accompanied by Boom Whackers. Well done Grade 5’s!

Spooks, screams, startles, scares and lots of laughter, all came from the St. Jerome’s haunted house. High School Student Council worked tirelessly to create a memorable experience for the staff and students of St. J! Creepy

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clowns, spiders, ghosts and skeletons were all part of the experience as students walked, crawled and trepidatiously made their way through the maze of terrors! Students were treated with candy as they made their way out of the house of horrors.

Excellent work High School Student Council!

The gymnasium was packed for the elementary school Halloween parade this year. There were so many wonderful costumes!! Many community members came to watch and enjoy dancing to the Halloween tunes. Students returned to their classrooms after to keep the festivities going with classroom parties.

Games were played, snacks enjoyed, and overall it was a fantastic Halloween day!

Julia Chavez-Arroyo and Lila Young went as two halves of an avocado, with tortillas too!

Pumpkins were donated by many local farmers for students to enjoy painting and carving. Grade 3 students in Mrs. McCormack’s class played a toilet paper mummy game, Mrs. Lysons’ Grade 2’s played musical chairs, and Ms. Svenungard’s Grade 1’s tried to eat donuts that hung from the ceiling on string without using their hands! Mrs. Despins’ Grade 4’s played “Minute to Win it” Halloween style, Mrs. Martin’s Grade 1’s played “Hot Potato” with a pumpkin, and Mrs. Schmit had a rousing game of Halloween Bingo underway!

The staff and students at St. Jerome’s wish everyone a safe and Happy Halloween!

14 members of the grade 10 physical education class were able to go scuba diving at the Vermilion aquatic center

on Wednesday October 30th. The kids were led by Carson Ganci, who has over 30 years’ experience teaching scuba diving and over 20 years specializing in teaching this introductory program to students throughout Alberta. The session included 30 minutes of deck instruction, with 60 minutes of water instruction. The kids had 15 minutes at the end of the session to use the skills they learned in the deep end of the pool. What an amazing opportunity for these Spartans.

U p a n d C o m i n g : O u r S c h o o l ’s Remembrance Day Ceremony will be held at 10:30am on November 7, 2019.

No for students November 8, 11, and 12.

Enjoy the long weekend. Report cards will be sent home on Friday, November 15 and Parent Teacher Interviews will be held on November 19-20 from 4-7:00pm.

Middle Level Spartans enjoying some Halloween fun! Photos submitted

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SCHOOL NEWS Vermilion Elementary School News

Karen King Submitted

M ike B o l d t, an aut h or an d illu s trator from Stony Plain, came to VES on October 30 to educate and entertain our students and staff. He read one of his picture books and then showed the process of how a book is created from the first inspirational spark to the final binding of a hard cover book. While all his life he thought he was going to end up in animation, Mike’s adventure into publishing started in 2009 when he self-published his first book, The Gophers in Farmer Burrows’ Field, which became the first children’s

book ever tabled for the Alberta Legislature’s Collection.

Grade 1 students visited the Vermilion Lodge and Continuing Care facility on Halloween Day. They sang seven songs and enjoyed trying to spook the seniors with their singing. After their performance, they enjoyed mingling and sharing their costumes. It was such a great experience for the youngest and oldest in our community. They thoroughly enjoyed making these connections.

VES celebrated Halloween on October 31 by having our costume parade at 1p.m.. Students paraded around the gym, showing the rest of the school and the parents their Halloween costumes.

Several adults and preschool children showed up in costume as well. After recess, students participated in individual class activities. Thank you to all the parents who provided healthy treats for the children to eat.

Once again, the VES kindergarten students will be selling Mom’s Pantry as a fundraiser for their field trips. This campaign runs from November 4-18.

Thank you in advance for your support with this.

Ve r m i l i o n El e m e n t a r y S c h o o l ’s Remembrance Day Ceremony will be held in our gym on November 7 at 9 a.m.

Please feel free to join us as this year we are fortunate to have current Canadian

Armed Forces member Sam Donovan come up from Wainwright to speak to our students. As well, all the students from kindergarten to Grade 6 will be singing a touching song that is sure to move you.

Dates to Remember: Nov. 4-18 – Kindergarten Fundraiser; Nov. 5 and 6 – Parent Teacher Interviews; Nov. 7 – Remembrance Day Ceremony at 9:00; Nov 8, 11, and 12 – No School; Nov. 14 – December Hot Lunch Order Deadline; Nov. 15 and 16 – Student Drama; Nov. 18 – School Council Meeting at 7:00; Nov. 21 – Picture Retakes; Nov. 21 – VES VIBE Advisory Family Night from 5:30-7:30; Nov. 29 – No School; Dec. 4 – Assembly at 10:45.

Grade 1 student at the Vermilion Lodge and Continuing Care facility on Halloween Day. Photos submitted

Author Mike Boldt at VES.

Positive Relationships And Our Health

Jodi Simmonds , VIBE emotional well-being. They can improve Wellness Coach our sense of security and provide meanSubmitted ing to our lives all while giving us that Human beings are much needed sense of belonging. wired for social connecMarital and cohabitating relationships tion. We have a strong desire to feel that have the most powerful effects on our we belong. Some of us may need more physical and mental health. When we or less connections, but we all need to have these types of positive relationfeel as though we belong with others. ships, we experience increased happiThis is why we develop relationships. ness and life satisfaction, increased We may have relationships with family, psychological well-being, improved friends, colleagues, or romantic partners. physical health, and decreased risk of If any of these relationships are positive, suicide and death. We also benefit from they can increase our happiness and a source of companionship, intimacy,

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and social support.

Being in a romantic relationship does not always provide these benefits. The degree of closeness and the quality of the relationship really matters. Negative or unhealthy relationships can increase conflict and stress levels, which negatively impacts our physical and mental health. Relationships that inc lude physical, verbal, or emotional abuse decreases our happiness, our safety, and puts us at increased health risks. To reduce these health risks, we may need to seek professional support to help with

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unhealthy relationships or we may need to discontinue relationships due to safety and health reasons.

If you are in a healthy romantic relationship but you are looking for ways to build or maintain it, consider the following suggestions. Set aside time for each other and make that time a priority in your daily schedule. If you have children or other dependents, try to carve out some time just for the two of you. Try to be fully present. Disconnect from work, social media, and other commitments and give each other your full attention.

Practice active listening with your partner and asked to be listened to. Share your honest feelings and welcome their support when you need it. All healthy relationships require individuals to have separate and shared interests and commitments. Encourage each other to pursue these things both together and apart. Look for some opportunities to laugh together. It is a great stress reliever and it helps to build connection.

Remember, a positive relationship can be a powerful influencer on our physical and mental health. Invest the time and effort that it deserves.

VIBE is a Mental Health Capacity Building Program (MHCB), which is an addiction and mental health universal promotion and prevention program, funded by Alberta Health Services. For more information on this topic and other mental health & wellness related topics please contact your VIBE Wellness Coach or the VIBE Program Manager Pat Calyniuk at 780-853-3718 or pat.calyniuk@btps.ca.

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From left, Brydon Maxwell, Spencer Smith, Jackson Maier, and Rowan Myshak at VES on Halloween.

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J.R. Robson students on Halloween. Photos Angela Mouly

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J.R. Robson Awards

The Vermilion Jr. B Tigers hosted Cold Lake on November 1, and lost 3 – 2; but hosted Lac La Biche on November 2, and won 4 – 3. Jayden Nachtegaele scored the first goal for Vermilion on November 1. Photos Angela Mouly

J.R. Robson School hosted their annual Awards Night on November 1. Vice Principal Kelly Scully said, “Thank you to the students for showing us all of your hard work and dedication, to the families for supporting them, the sponsors for their support, and the board for helping to ensure these students reach their potential.” Pictured are Grade 11 recipients of the Honour Roll.

Emily Elder who received the Governor General’s Medal at J.R. Robson School on November 1, for having the highest academic average in Grade 12.

Ashton Oakes during the Jr. B Tigers game on November 1.

Mark Your Calendar

TIGER’S HOME GAME

NOV 7, 2019 Warm up 7:30pm Puck drop 8:00pm VERMILION JR. B TIGERS VS KILLAM WHEAT KINGS

NOV 9, 2019 @ 8:00 P.M.

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School trustees Jim King and Bruce Marriott presenting the Grade 12 honour pins at J.R. Robson School. Photos Angela Mouly

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Oilers Halloween Makeover Vermilion resident Karissa Squire was hired to do Oiler players McDavid (Grinch), Chaisson (Day of the dead) and Koskinens (Skeletons) Halloween Characters for this year Oilers Halloween party. Photo credit Brittaney Maschmeyer

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Protecting What’s Valuable

Rural Electrification Associations (REAs) are unique in Canada to Alberta. They are distribution power co-ops that provide electricity to farms and rural residential member-owners. In the late 1940s, early 1950s, farmers organized REA cooperatives to bring electricity to the rural areas when investor-owned utilities (IOUs) refused do so because it was too costly. Today, REA assets have gained value; REAs are viable competitors; now IOUs see the value of an REA.

What makes your REA valuable?

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You own the assets of a multi-million dollar cooperative.

Your REA is an asset you own jointly with other members of the cooperative and it has appreciated in value over the years.

You have democratic member control of your REA. Every member-owner in a cooperative has one vote, and his or her vote makes a difference when critical business decisions are made.

You benefit from economic participation.

Your REA cooperative is a not-for-profit business that reinvests savings, maintains fair rates, and provides safe and efficient power service to its members.

You provide a comparison for electricity costs for all Albertans.

Your REA is a benchmark. As a not-for-profit, the REA sets a level of measure for the whole electric industry.

You contribute to rural economic sustainability.

Your REA is a member of a greater cooperative movement that values ownership and keeps money in the rural community.

Rural Electrification Associations - power distribution co-ops in rural Alberta.

How can I get involved with my REA? • • • • • •

Call your REA—the number will be on your monthly bill Find the contact information for the Director who represents you Talk to your Director about why the REA is a viable and valuable cooperative Attend your REA meetings and take time to learn more about the organization Volunteer your expertise and skills to support your REA Tell your friends, family, and neighbours why you think the REA is valuable and worth protecting • Call your MLA and tell them why the REA is valuable to Alberta If you have a passion for your community and are interested in finding out more, talk to your REA. Have you got time to spare? Ask your Board of Directors how you can be part of the REA future.

Cooperative sustainability depends on continued support by passionate members who recognize the value of the REA and see the continued contribution the REA makes to the rural community where they live. Your support helps perpetuate the REA’s growth and value. You can help direct the future of the REA.

Talk to your REA Board – working together really does work!

The REA Legacy is over 70 years in the making—pass it down to the next generation!

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Advocating for exclusive service areas for REAs

Our vision: Innovative and Dynamic Rural Electrification Associations as part of a Vibrant Rural Alberta Community

Representation - Engagement - Advocacy For more information on REAs visit www.afrea.ab.ca