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St. Jerome’s Graduation Postponed

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Angela Mouly

taken on May 22.

“Because of COVID-19, we postponed St. Jerome’s School graduates gath- our graduation for this weekend. We still ered at a distance to have their photo wanted to acknowledge our graduates in Reporter

some way for the hard work they’ve put in over the 13 years most of them have been here. This just offered a chance for us to say thank you and congratulations. I

feel bad that they have missed out on so much this spring and am proud of them because they have kept their spirits up!” said Allan Chase, St. Jerome’s Principal.

Our Future As Predicted By History: COVID-19 And The Spanish Flu

Emergency hospital during Influenza epidemic, Camp Funston, Kansas in 1918. Photo Credit: National Museum of Health and Medicine

Elaina John Editorial

Individuals worldwide are constantly being subjected to coverage of COVID19 and what it means to economies, businesses, schools, and our own personal lives. As Alberta goes through phase one of reopening and plans a second and third phase of their relaunching strategy, what can we expect our future to look like? Accord-

ing to Alberta.ca, phase three (timing to be determined) of relaunch will entail “opening all workplaces and relaxing public gathering restrictions”.

However, our global history predicts a different future. The Spanish Flu (or influenza) pandemic, also referred to “The Mother of all Pandemics”, is being compared to COVID-19, as the primary target of both viruses is the respiratory tract.

From 1918-1920, the Spanish flu swept the world with devastation. The virus seemed to have victims commonly ranging from 20-40 years of age. In Canada, the virus spread from east to west, as soldiers from WWI brought it back with them to the Maritimes, where health authorities were lenient and quarantine guidelines were inadequate. Similar to what we are currently observing in other areas, hospitals during

the influenza pandemic were severely overcrowded and understaffed–some even staffed with medical students- especially as healthcare workers fell sick themselves.

Quarantines, masks, and the closing of businesses and schools were also enforced and encouraged on varying degrees throughout the country during the 1918 pandemic.

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Continued from page 1 Currently, in the COVID-19 pandemic, we are in the first wave. While the curve is flattening, we need to consider what we observed from the Spanish Flu. If COVID-19 and the Spanish flu continue to be similar to one another, the next waves will be worse than the one we are currently in. According to https:// www.pc.gc.ca/, 90 % of deaths caused by the Spanish flu were in the second and third waves. Although the cause of the second and third waves of the Spanish flu are debated, as well as the possibility of mutations of the Spanish flu, the very idea of more waves of

The Vermilion Voice | May 26, 2020 COVID-19 should cause us to question Alberta’s relaunch strategy. It is clear that both viruses are spread through contact and respirator y droplets, so if the cause of the Spanish Flu’s second and third wave was not due to improper social distancing and quarantine measures, imagine the impact relaxed public health measures could have if a second wave of the coronavirus comes our way.

According to the US National Library of Medicine, the death rates of the Spanish Flu were 5-20 times higher than expected. Considering anti-quarantine protests elsewhere, and the amount of individuals who decide not to prac ti c e so c ial distancing, what does this mean for us now?

In light of all this information, this means that not only

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As for us locally in the County of Vermilion River, we haven’t been hit hard with coronavirus; in fact some might not interpret the amount of cases in the County of Vermilion River as a hit at all. Although the County of Vermilion River is nowhere near being a “hot area” in Alberta, this does not mean that our area is “immune” to contracting more COVID-19 cases. Particularly in consideration of possible second and third waves, even in our 6-case County (as of May 21, all recovered), we need to continue with caution and consideration to those around us.

Despite the doom and gloom of what we are

facing, fear does not seem to be a proper way of coping. It is important to note that physical health is not the only thing we are struggling with as a global community. Individuals also need to consider and pay at tention to their mental health. Regardless of whether or not contraction of the virus has directly or indirectly affected you, the reality we face affects all of us in how often we go out in public, the way we interact with others, and even the way we think about human contact. While the relaunch strategy of our province may be concerning, it is encouraging that the dates of phase two and phase three of relaunch is still to be determined by the Alberta Government. The best we can do is follow government regulations and recommendations, and take our own precautions. Stay safe, and stay healthy.

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May 26, 2020 | The Vermilion Voice

Angela Mouly

The Voice Welcomes New Staff Member

Reporter

The Vermilion Voice is pleased to welcome Elaina John as a new reporter. Staff members are thrilled to have an eager, young profes sional looking to gain experience in the community.

B o r n a n d r a i s e d i n Ver m i l i o n, John feels she has a pretty good sense of the community and local events. She loves writing and said, “ T h i s p o s i t i o n h a s g i ve n m e a n oppor tunity to do what I love and improve that skill.”

She attributes the best par ts of Vermilion to be its immense history

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and friendliness. Having been homeschooled for the majority of h er e d u c at i o n, s h e ha s b e c o m e involved in the community through music including open mic opportunities and the Canada Day celebration. She is looking for ward to getting to know people better and having them get to know her as well.

“Every time you come into town, you are always seeing someone you know and there is always someone to wave or smile at!” added John.

On top of her new role as a reporter, John will soon be completing her Grad e 12 and is look ing forward to graduating later this year. Elaina John. Photo Angela Mouly

Bill C-7: Medical Assistance In Dying

Reporter

Bill C-7, which first reached Parliament February 24, is an amendment to some clauses in Bill C-14.

Bill C-14 is a law that decriminalized medical assistance in dying (MAID) that was passed in June 2016. Bill C-14 allows MAID to be administered exclusively to patients with incurable conditions and reasonably foreseeable

I regret to inform you that I will no longer be serving you as a reporter for the Vermilion Voice Newspaper.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the community members who have been so willing to share your stories, and those who have gone above and beyond helping introduce me to neces-

natural deaths. According to Canada. c a, individuals who request MAID must review all means of relieving their ailments before giving informed consent. They must include a written request witnessed and signed by two witnesses, confirmation of eligibility by two independent practitioners, permission for withdrawal of the request at any time, complete a 10 day reflection period after the request is signed,

and give a final consent immediately before MAID is provided.

According to parl.ca/legisinfo, Bill C-7 will permit MAID to be administered to eligible individuals who have previously signed a written request; eve n w i t h n o fo r e s e e a b l e n at u r a l death, including individuals who have lost capacity to provide final consent, and specifies that individuals whose only condition is mental illness will not

Gone But Not Forgotten

sary contacts at events, etc. Throughout my time at the Voice, I have witnessed an incredible amount of giving, volunteer spirit, and an enthusiasm for participation throughout the community. Whether in an effort to support youth, seniors, or another community group, Vermilion and area residents are a resourceful,

passionate group and I have been privileged to work among you for the past four years.

It has been no less than an honour to have been invited to all of your most special events, and photograph you at 4-H, or be one of the first ones to listen to an old war story; you will not be forgot-

be eligible for MAID. The Bill will also change safeguards presented in C-14.

C-7 will only require one independent witness to sign the patient’s written request for MAID, and requires a minimum of 90 days between the day it is approved and the day it is provided.

The B ill is c urrently in its se c ond reading and has yet to receive Royal assent, which would finalize the passing of the Bill.

ten. As I continue elsewhere in the future, I look forward to seeing many of you living and working in the community.

Thank you also to the Vermilion Voice staff for the encouragement and support throughout the years.

Sincerely, Angela Mouly

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The Vermilion Voice | May 26, 2020

Supporting Local Small Biz Through COVID-19

Dawn Hames Columnist

With the COVID-19 pandemic small business has also been under serious attack.

S o m e p e o p l e m ay wonder, “What’s the big deal about supporting small locally owned business, when I can just go to a box store or chain”. In Canada small business makes up a whopping 98.2 % percent of all business. Small business is the backbone of our country. According to Statistics Canada small business are responsible for 41 percent of Canada’s gross domestic product. Canadian small business employs 48 percent of the private sector workforce. Most of the box store and chains are foreign owned, meaning that the profits leave Canada, and local money is sucked out of the local community. A study from Yale University and the University of Bristol,

Craig Baird Columnist

In communities, yesterday and today, plays and theatre produc tions were always an important part of meeting the cultural needs of residents. In Bowtell, while its history was brief, it had a great theatre scene and the productions put on at the local school were always well attended.

One such production was Deacon Dubbs at Bowtell School in 1936.

Pearl Ronaghan played the leading lady in the play, with Andy Gillies serving as the leading man. In the play, they were

has shown that small businesses make their local communities more resilient during times of recession. During high unemployment times it has been found that small business retain more of their employees and do more new hires than large businesses. In Canada small business has accounted for half of the job gains. The largest job creators are small business start ups. Unfortunately, this very important part of our economy has been forced to close as many small businesses are considered non-essential.

While small businesses are the backbone to Canada, locally owned businesses are also the backbone to our communities. When you choose to eat in a locally owned restaurant for example, 80 percent of the money remains in your local communit y verses 20 percent with a chain. Every dollar you spend locally can have three times the economic impact for your community when you spend it at locally owned busi-

nesses. When you spend at a big box retailer, even if it is locally situated, 86 percent of the money you spent leaves your community. When people choose to shop locally owned, they are choosing in effect to support and prosper their own community.

When you give your hard-earned dollars to a locally owned business in exchange for their goods and services it starts a series of chain reactions, such as jobs for their staff, donations to community and charity events and support to sports teams, hospitals and other local businesses. It is a never-ending circle of community supporting community.

Local small business tend to hire local accountants, lawyers, graphic designers, newspapers, suppliers, etc. while the big box stores use people from their corporate head office in large metropolitan cities. It is the local businesses and citizens of the past that have built our communities, and it continues to be the

local businesses that support and build their communities in the present.

Local small businesses that have been deemed non-essential are really very essential to our economy, and since they have been allowed to reopen, supporting locally owned has never been more important than it is right now.

Supporting them gives you the power to inject your local community with increased vitality and strength. It is a chance to say thank-you to the business that have donated money for sports teams, arenas, churches, hospitals and a host of community events. They have supplied endless door prizes, silent auction items, sponsorships and cash donations. Local small businesses need to be supported so that they will be there for you and future generations, creating jobs, giving back to their communities and supporting the Canadian economy.

It really is a big deal to shop small, now more than ever.

The Deacon Dubbs Play

childhood sweethearts but he leaves the town to find greener pastures. After 17 years, he returns following the death of his wife to reconnect with the leading lady. Pearl’s character by this point was the owner of a ranch estate who had never married.

As she relates, “When Mr. Gillies, or rather Deacon Dubbs, came along I hadn’t seen him for 17 years, so I had to act shocked and very nervous.”

Her character would serve wine, which was actually Saskatoon juice and stored in the well on the property of her character.

“The well was made of a square box and I had to wind up a long rope to get the wine. As luck would have it, just as I was

pouring the wine, I dropped and broke the glass. I got the broom, cleaned up the mess and got another glass.”

She continues in her relation of the play.

“As we talked, we walked into a garden and there we sat down on the wheelbarrow. On the wheelbarrow Mr. Gillies leaned over to kiss me and the wheelbarrow collapsed. The audience really laughed! We carried on!”

Pearl made her own costume for the play and the wig she wore came from sheep’s wool that she dyed bright red.

She also had pins and combs in the wig.

She also made a mutton-sleeved blouse and a long skirt with a white apron.

“I took an old pair of sunglasses with-

out lenses and wore just the rims.”

Interestingly enough, Pearl was never a resident of Bowtell even though she performed in a play there, but her mother Nora DeFord lived in the area for many years. Her father Charlie had many large barn dances in his large barn that were the delight of many. The couple were also first to have gas installed at their property, with their stove and heater powered by gas. The well water was also very good until it was contaminated by gas during the oil boom of the area and it had to be abandoned.

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Seeing Human Services First Hand

Lakeland College Submitted

A human services leadership project gave first-year child and youth care student Vicki Johnson the chance to see the important work being done in the field first-hand.

“I’m really grateful we had the opportunity to do this project. It taught us about giving back to society without expecting anything in return,” Johnson says. “It’s a really good lesson for a lot of child care workers.”

The project had the human service students divide into groups and

Re: Gun Control is Folly, Plain and Simple The submission by Chris McGarry of Canadian National Firearms Assoc. is disturbing for a number of reasons.

1) The claims it makes which are unsubstantiated at best and utterly spurious at worst. a) The claim that gun-owners are the most law-abiding Canadian citizens seems at odds with reality when we still have murders, robberies, poaching of game, and assaults with guns. The guns aren’t doing these things on their own. b) The equivalency between someone being shot and someone run down by a vehicle is a stretch. Some guns, (AR15’s) are useless as hunting rifles. What they are really good for is killing people. No vehicle (outside of tanks and their ilk) is designed specifically for killing people. So a government banning a gun designed to kill people and not banning a vehicle for being used in a manner it was never intended for seems fairly straightforward. Just because an AR15 hasn’t been used in a mass murder in Canada to date doesn’t mean they should be allowed. We force developers to put railings on balconies of apartments even

choose a cause to support. Groups then developed a plan to support the project through fundraising, gathering donations and other methods to provide important supplies and funds for their selected non-profit. Groups pitched their project to a panel of Dragon’s Den-inspired judges, who helped the students refine their presentation and communications skills.

Johnson’s group supported the Be Brave Ranch, a child sexual abuse treatment centre near Edmonton. They raised approximately $300 for the ranch through

a bottle drive and collecting donations, and also collected food, toys and feminine hygiene products.

The most impactful part of the project for Johnson was delivering the donations to the ranch in person and having a tour of the facility in March.

“The staff were so happy when we brought all the donations,” she says. “They told us they hadn’t expected us to bring so much. It was amazing to see the ranch and the ways they are set up to offer therapy to the children. They really care about the chil-

dren who come to stay, giving them each a handmade blanket to keep and take home, as well as a new toy. It was really inspiring.”

The staff at the Be Brave Ranch offered the group the opportunity to return for their practicums and Johnson says they all intend to consider it.

Other groups worked to support Vermilion Long Term Care, Dr. James Hemstock & Hearthstone Place Assisted Living Residence, Vermilion Valley Lodge, the Lloydminster Sexual Assault Centre, local children and youth, among others.

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Recognizing all your hard work...

Congratulations to all graduates

VERMILION EYE CENTRE Dr. Lee J. Moneo, Optometrist

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780-853-6501

CONGRATS AND WISHING ALL THE GRADUATES A SUCCESSFUL FUTURE

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KITSCOTY SCHOOL Congratulation Graduates!

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YOUR FUTURE BEGINS TODAY

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CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATES! Wishing You The Best In Your Future.

J.R. Robson High School

Garth Rowswell MLA

Vermilion Lloydminster Wainwright

DEAR GRADS OF 2020, Congratulations on your achievement, which is all the greater in these historic times.

Wishing You A Successful Career Ahead!

We are grateful to you for sacrificing the end of your school year and your long-held graduation plans and dreams. In this time of uncertainty, our community supports you and thanks you. Be proud of your ability to face adversity and keep moving forward.

You’re now entering a very different world from the one you expected, and it’s a world that needs you and your unique contributions.

Stay strong, be patient, and get ready for your next chapter. We know you're all ready for whatever lies ahead.

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M A RWAY N E J U BILEE SCHOOL

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NEW MYRNAM SCHOOL

Bailey Bannister

Chyanne Fisher

Jamie Frazer

Trey Hardcastle

Nathanael Myshak

Tanisha Rahn

VILLAGE OF

MYRNAM

Congratulations To All 2020 Myrnam Grads and Surrounding Communities!

Ethan Rayner

Seth Trynchuk

Congratulations New Myrnam School graduating class of 2020! Let the lessons you've learned guide you as you begin your new journey.

780-366-3910 www.myrnam.ca

Congratulations to all the Grads From all of us at Southview Trucking, Crackmasters and Mechanical

4801-40th Street, Vermilion, AB

780-853-2734

crackmasters@southviewtrucking.com

Congratulations! to the 2020 Spartan Graduates You continue to make us proud in difficult times.

St. Jeromes will be having a graduation ceremony at a later date

Graduates of 2020

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CLASSIFIEDS / CAREERS

The Vermilion Voice | May 26, 2020

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FEED AND SEED ROLL-OFF BINS & TRUCK. 1992 Ford L9000 and HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Spring- 9 Bins, 30 cubic yard each. All in excellent condition. thrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas $140,000. 780-446-1051. for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm HEALTH Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.

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SERVICES REQUIRE PRESS RELEASE SERVICE? Let us help you with that! During this unprecedented time, we are assisting organizations, businesses and the public in getting their message out about changing operations, cancellations, etc. Though we cannot guarantee publication, AWNA will get this information into the right hands for ONLY $60 plus GST. Email: classifieds@ awna.com for details.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Ireland Farm Equipment Ltd. is looking for a Fulltime

AGRICULTURE PARTS COUNTER PERSON

FULL TIME CUSTODIAL POSITION Buffalo Trail Public Schools is now accepting applications for a Permanent Full Time Custodian at J.R. Robson School in Vermilion, Alberta. The position is for eight (8) hours per day to commence June 8, 2020. The rate of pay is $18.05 per hour, according to the CUPE Collective Agreement.

Applications to be submitted to: Buffalo Trail Public Schools Attn: Jennifer Schneider, Custodial Supervisor 1041 – 10A Street Wainwright, Alberta T9W 2R4 Fax: 780-842-3255 Email: jennifer.schneider@btps.ca

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, May 27, 2020 Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

The successful applicant will be required to submit a current Criminal Record Check.

Located in Vermilion, AB, this posting is for a Fulltime, year round position. We are a locally owned family operation that has been in business for over 60 years. We deal in new and used farming equipment and service major brands like Massey Ferguson, Fendt, Bourgault, Cub Cadet, Honda and many more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide great customer service by accurately determining the needs of the customer as it relates to agricultural parts sales and support in-person and by phone.

• Work closely with the Service and Sales Departments to supply service parts as needed, promote additional sales opportunities, and offer customer service support when needed • Maintain a clean and safe work environment for our employees and customers related to parts display and storage.

• Keep accurate records of inventory receipted-in and sold in order to maintain accurate parts inventory levels.

• Produce and inspect all Parts Sales paperwork for accuracy.

• Ability to learn company software and parts system within a reasonable period of time.

• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must have outgoing, friendly personality, superior communication & customer service skills and the ability to negotiate customer complaints to a satisfactory resolution.

• Must have a basic understanding of parts used in agriculture, lawn and garden equipment.

• Must be reliable, organized, detail orientated, able to multi-task and work well under pressure.

• Must actively look for ways to help our customers and have the ability to use critical thinking to solve problems for customers.

• Possess above average computer skills.

• Must reside locally to the Vermilion, AB area.

• Required to work seasonal weekend, overtime and on-call hours.

• Previous experience as a Parts Person is preferred, preferably with agricultural equipment.

Wage dependent on experience and knowledge.

Email resumes to: brent.irelfarm@telus.net

ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A SOLUTION FOR ALL YOUR PRINTING & PROMO NEEDS • Promotional Products • Large Format Printing • Commercial Printing (Flyers, Brochures & Postcards) • Embroidered / Silkscreened / Direct To Garment Printed Wearables

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BUSINESS CARDS

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VERMILION AND AREA BUSINESSES HEARTS

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Reaching out to families & individuals

McMinis & Company

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CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

Alan McMinis, CPA, CGA Patricia Hanson, CPA, CGA

We will provide a gift of Food, Personal Items, Cleaning Products, Baby Formula and Diapers.

(People & Animals) LORRAINE KOCHAN

RMT

5135 50th Avenue VERMILION, AB T9X 1A8 Phone: (780) 853-2922 Fax: (780) 853-2707 Email: emailus@mcminis.ca

PHONE ONLY 780-581-0521 Leave a message and we will return your call (No text or email)

Professional Corporation

Chartered Professional Accountant

Deborah A. Tovell, CPA, CGA

(780) 853-7714 Derek Selte Vermilion, AB

Deborah@accountingvermilionab.ca Suite 14 Bus: (780) 853-2801 5125 - 50th Avenue Fax: (780) 853-1728 Vermilion, Alberta T9X 1L9

VERMILION AND AREA HOME BUSINESSES Vermilion Breeders Co-op

780-853-2344 Raw food

Apparel Home DĂŠcor Pet Grooming 4932 - 50th Ave. Vermilion, AB T9X 1A4

The East Central Family Day Home Agency

Financing Available for Bred Cows, Bred Cows with Calves at Side, and Bred Heifers

Snow Removal • Ad Shot Service Residential • Commercial Services Landscaping • Excavation

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

(780) 853-3605

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

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Cell: 780-871-9283 Ph: 780-809-2256 PO Box 12699 Lloydminster, AB T9V 0Y4 info@waterbygeorge.ca www.waterbygeorge.ca

Commercial • Residential • Farm Maintenance • Trenching

780-853-0650

KATHY’S

Registered Massage Therapist

A Flush is Better than a Full House

For Promt Officient Service

Dennis Oliver

Charlene Young PH: 780.853.3856

EM: mcy1@telus.net Web: www.lastingimpressionscatering.com 4614 - 48A Ave, Vermilion, AB

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780-201-1364 Specializing in Livestock Hauling

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Shelly Gordon RMT

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#20, 5125 50 Ave., Vermilion Professional Building Vermilion, AB T9X 1A8

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780-205-6642

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Research At Lakeland Receives A $1.8 Million Boost

Lakeland College Submitted

May 20, (Vermilion, Alta.) Lakeland College will receive more than $1.8 million in funding to support commercial agricultural research over the next three years.

As a leader in this field, Lakeland actively collaborates with industry and producers on applied research that advances innovation and economic development.

The Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) is providing $300,000 per year for the next three years through the Innovation Enhancement Extend program. These funds will be matched by more than $300,000 in additional funding each year from industry partners.

An extension of a previous grant, the NSERC funding began April 1, 2020, and will run until March 31, 2023.

“We are so pleased to continue our partnership with NSERC,” says Josie Van Lent,

dean of the School of Agricultural Sciences at Lakeland College. “This grant supports not only our applied research projects, but also allows us to increase our industry partnerships. It gives us the ability to work closely with industry partners and advisory groups to ensure we are aligning our projects with industry needs, and incorporating our research findings into the course curriculum, putting our students in the lead.”

With this funding, Lakeland will build on a strong foundation of crop and livestock research and industry partnerships. With NSERC funding, a crop research scientist with broadleaf expertise, a livestock research associate with bioinformatics and machine learning expertise and two new research technologists will be recruited to support the research projects. Applied research will focus on supporting commercial agriculture for major crops (wheat, canola, field pea, barley and oat) as well as commercial and purebred beef and dairy

activities. The project will also take advantage of the opportunity for innovation in the development and implementation of agricultural technologies that will enhance regional productivity, efficiency and sustainability.

Industry partners for this project include: Alberta Barley Commission, Alberta Canola Producers Commission, Alberta Pulse Growers Commission, Alberta Wheat Commission, Animal Inframetrics Inc, Anuvia Plant Nutrients, BASF Canada Inc, Canadian Angus Association, Canadian Charolais Association, Canola Council of Canada, Highland Feeders Ltd, Mosaic Company, Prairie Micro-Tech Inc, Pugh Farms, and SeCan Association.

Through the initial grant, Lakeland was able to start crop research and livestock research programs, hiring researchers and purchasing key pieces of equipment for the project. Twenty projects were completed with 46 industry and government partners,

attracting $627K in partner cash funding and $396K in in-kind funding, and involving more than 600 students over the course of five years. Projects resulted in the development or enhancement of 27 products, 30 processes, and nine services. This project demonstrated the college’s ability to increase research capacity and develop strong industry partners, which made the department eligible for the funding extension.

As part of Lakeland’s unique StudentManaged Farm - Powered by New Holland (SMF) learning model, more than 170 animal and crop science technology students are exposed to crop, beef and dairy research activities annually. With this grant extension, students will have even more opportunities to gain hands-on experience with unique equipment as they gain a deeper understanding of how to apply the outcomes of research as they enter the work force.

Alberta’s Colleges Ready To Help Lead Economic Recovery

Lakeland College Submitted

May 19, - Alberta’s colleges are uniquely positioned to be leaders in the province’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. Providing relevant, high-quality training for the careers that serve the province, Alberta’s 11 publicly-funded Comprehensive Community Colleges (CCCs) work closely with industry to ensure highly-skilled graduates are prepared for the jobs needed to drive Alberta forward.

To support this goal, Alberta’s colleges have launched an economic recovery task force to assist the work of local, provincial and federal governments, and industry, as they tackle the economic challenges faced as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic.

Chaired by Grande Prairie Regional College President and CEO Dr. Robert Murray, the task force also includes the presidents of four other colleges and a variety of industry and government representatives.

“This task force will align its work with business as well as municipal, provincial and federal government priorities to connect the community-based knowledge and expertise that exists within Alberta’s colleges to have a direct positive impact on the economy,” says Dr. Murray.

Strategically located across the province, Alberta’s 11 CCCs service all regions of Alberta, both in-person and through estab-

lished alternate delivery models.

Lakeland College has long provided many courses that are fully or partially online, allowing students to learn while they earn in programs like 2nd Class power engineer and firefighter training. Lakeland’s fully or partially online courses also include parts technician, early learning and childcare, child and youth care, community mental health, educational assistant, American Sign Language and Deaf Culture studies and animal assisted wellness. Through Lakeland’s university transfer program, students are able to get a head start on their university degrees in a smaller classroom as well with more than 20 degree completion pathways, or they can finish their degree at Lakeland.

Northern Lakes College serves over 50 communities, including 15 First Nations and four Métis settlements, with its innovative Supported Distance Learning model, which ensures access to education for all, including learners in rural locations.

“Northern Lakes College is well-poised and ready to do its part to support our region to relaunch the Alberta economy,” says Ann Everatt, Northern Lakes College President and CEO. “Our unique Supported Distance Learning model ensures our programs and student support services are accessible to students at home and work. We will reach out to communities and economic develop-

ment agencies within the region to determine how we can support their efforts in the recovery of the economy.”

Alberta’s colleges are well-positioned to provide the type of education that puts workers back into the workforce. Colleges are creating new programs that meet the economic needs of the province, such as Olds College’s two new agriculture technology programs, including an agriculture technology integration post-diploma certificate and precision agriculture – techgronomy diploma.

Others are meeting the most pressing needs of the province, such as Medicine Hat College, which is capitalizing on a $1.7 billion federal grant-based program to aid in the cleanup of orphaned and abandoned oil and gas wells. Medicine Hat’s environmental reclamation technician graduates are ready to enter the workforce in this field and be part of the solution that will stimulate the provincial economy.

Alberta’s colleges recognize there is a need for the upskilling and reskilling of workers affected by the challenges and changes facing the province’s economy. Lethbridge College is building its Collaborative Centre of Excellence in People Development, which will focus on competency-based upskilling, reskilling and micro-credentialing that provides immediate and long-term value to employers, employees and indus-

try.

Many institutions have adapted their continuing education programming to ensure quick and easy access to relevant skill development. Grande Prairie Regional College launched a variety of free programs, including a COVID-19 program that provided important information for business owners affected by the on-going pandemic.

Alberta’s colleges have continually shown they are adaptable, flexible and responsive intuitions that put students first and meet the needs of the province’s economy – traits that will continue as a new generation of students prepares to lead Alberta forward.

A Portage College survey found 92 per cent of students would recommend the college to others – a sign that Alberta’s colleges are meeting the needs of students.

“We really appreciate our students’ understanding and remarkable resilience during this challenging time,” said Nancy Broadbent, Portage College President and CEO. “We will take their feedback and learn where we can improve, while also noting what we did well. We congratulate all of our faculty, staff and students on a remarkable year.”

Meeting the needs of learners and industries across the province, Alberta’s colleges are ready to be a part of the solution for the province’s post-COVID-19 economic recovery.

COVID-19 Update

Angela Mouly

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May 26, 2020 | The Vermilion Voice

Submitted Your opportunity to provide rural Alberta’s health-care heroes with a healthy dose of recognition May 25-29, 2020 is Alberta Rural Health Week: a great opportunity to honour the contributions of the rural Alberta healthcare providers and community volunteers who help keep health care close to home.

During Alberta Rural Health Week, we encourage communities to show appreciation for the contributions of the rural health providers whose abilities enhance

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Lakeland College Planning For Fall Term

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(Vermilion, Alta., Lloydminster, Alta./ Sask.) Lakeland College is actively planning for the fall term and exploring program delivery options while monitoring the COVID-19 situation.

As Lakeland’s academic schools and senior leadership team evaluate each delivery option and prepare for the start of the 2020-21 academic year, they are doing so with guidance and direction from the Ministry of Advanced Education and Alberta Health Services (AHS).

To ensure students, faculty and staff can continue to plan for the upcoming year, Lakeland will finalize its fall delivery plans by mid-June and will communicate directly with admitted and returning students.

“Our priorities are twofold: the health and safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our commitment to providing an award-winning education to our students,” says Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and CEO of Lakeland College. “Our fall semester may not look the same as previous academic years, but our high-quality programs will remain.”

Lakeland is working hard to provide in-person, on-campus instruction that will support the delivery of essential hands-on

learning activities, including labs, field work, student-managed farm experiences and more. These activities may be supported by instructor-led activities that take place online using the college’s learning management system, as required by AHS guidelines.

“Our students’ goals are not on hold. We are committed to providing options for them to start or continue their education, graduate and grow as leaders throughout the 202021 academic year,” says Wainwright-Stewart. “We are striving to ensure every student continues to benefit from our industry-driven programs, support services and studentmanaged learning model. I thank everyone for their patience as we finalize our plans and work through these changing conditions.”

New protocols related to physical distancing, cleaning and disinfecting, and more are being developed to protect the health and safety of the Lakeland community.

Lakeland’s final fall delivery plans will be available at lakelandcollege.ca/COVID19, among other updates as they become available.

Live with Lakeland Lakeland’s recruitment team is hosting a live and interactive webinar on Wednesday, May 27, at 11 a.m. Anyone interested in programs, courses, support services and

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Lakeland’s summer activities Though public access to our campuses is restricted to help prevent the spread of

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LOCAL NEWS

The Vermilion Voice | May 26, 2020

Local Businesses Re-open

M.A.C.K. owner, Paige Jaremco was happy to have re-opened on May 19. Photo Angela Mouly

Simple Pleasures has been offering a Mega Sale with all storefront clothing buy one get one free after re-opening on May 14. Photo Angela Mouly

Purebred Charolais Yearling And 2 Year Old Bulls Available

Riverside Hair Design was thrilled to re-open on May 14.

Photo Elaina John

Family Farm Looking For Crop And Pasture Land To Rent

Cash Rent

Call Krista 780-853-1025 Sherwood Farms

Crop & Cattle Share Considered Please Contact Scott at 780-853-7895 or Krista at 780-853-1025 COUNTY OF VERMILION RIVER LAND USE BYLAW NO. 19-02 NOTICE OF DECISION OF DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY

UPCOMING SALES

Regular sales every Wednesday AT 9:30 AM

Discretionary Use District: Roadway Profile Area Permit No.: 329329-20-D00015 Location: NE-23-48-7W4M; 483064 Range Road 71 Use Approved: Proposed 1,344 sq. ft. lean-to and 756 sq. ft. lean-to additions onto existing Abattoir for Rural Commerical Use. Date of Notice:

May 21, 2020

Permit Valid on:

June 11, 2020

A Development Permit for a discretionary use does not take effect

We Can Create Show Pens For Any Producer Who Still Wanting To Sell Groups Of Calves

until twenty-one (21) days after the date of this notice provided that no appeals have been registered with this office.

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Any person affected by a development permit for a discretionary

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

use may appeal the decision in writing stating reasons for the appeal along with a four hundred ($400.00) dollar appeal fee. The appeal must be submitted within twenty-one (21) days of notice to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board of the County of Vermilion River.

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