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Bethlehem Re-Visited
Angels singing alongside Mary, Joseph and the baby Jesus during the live portrayal of the nativity scene. Photos Lorna Hamilton
Lorna Hamilton Reporter
On a cold and windy evening much like the night Jesus was born, according to the stor y, the Glad Ti d ing s Pentecostal Assembly in conjunction with other denominational churches, community and, businesses presented a live event titled ‘Bethlehem Re-Visited’ on December 19. At te n d e e s w h o br ave d t h e c o l d were presented a scene of the Bethlehem marketplace which included the stables where Jesus was born, the Inn which turned Joseph and Mary away, as well as, fabric, blacksmith, bakery, fish and rug shops. The setting also
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feature d a c e n su s p l ac e b e c au s e according to the story of Jesus’ birth, the census that was ordered by Caesar Augustus is what brought Joseph back to the city of David, known as Bethlehem. Joseph was a descendent of the house and lineage of David and had to comply with the command from his ruler to return to complete the census. It is said that God caused Caesar to call the census to fulfill the prophecy that Christ would come from Bethlehem. According to Val Richards one of the organizers for the event it was an interdenominational event that required the cooperation and help from the commu-
nity and business support. “It is a real community effort, Ferbey Sand and Gravel provided the rocks, Webb’s let us use a shop to construct the buildings and tables, Stacey Teasdale from Piece of Cake Wedding Planning gave us the use of lights, Chatsworth Farm supplied the sheep and rabbits courtesy of Adam and Rachel Carlson, and Willy Groeneveld from Mannville supplied some ancient grains for one of the displays,” commented Richards. When asked why they decided to do the scene of the Bethlehem market Richards said, “We feel that our hope is in Christ and that Bethlehem is the beginning of his story.” The census station.
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The Vermilion Voice | December 21, 2021
Vermilion Tim Hortons Donates To KidSport
The Tim Hor tons Smile Cookie campaign originally began in 1996 to help raise funds for the Hamilton Children’s Hospital. Since its inception over 4300 participating Tim Hortons restaurants from across Canada have helped over 625 local charities and organizations. Ve r m i l i o n T i m H o r t o n s , l o c a l l y owned and operated by Greg Whitney participates in the Smile Cookie campaign each year. For the last 10 years, Vermilion Tim Hortons has been donating the proceeds from the ‘Smile Cookie’ campaign mainly to KidSportVermilion and Whitney says they plan to continue doing so in the future as it’s a great program. On December 16, Whitney along with manager Rommel Mandoc-
doc, and team members David Rein and Carlo Celiz presented KidSportVermilion representative Dawn Plaxton and Vermilion CAO Kevin Lucas a cheque for $3111.87. Whitney noted that the success of the campaign is due to the community involvement and his staff. “I am thank ful for all the suppor t from Vermilion and surrounding areas; this isn’t possible without them, and I would also like to thank my staff for all the hard work they put into this c am paig n eac h year,” c ommente d Whitney. KidSport-Vermilion has been operat i n g fo r m o r e t h a n 15 ye ar s a n d provides grant funding up to $300 for children under the age of 18 to cover registration and/or equipment costs. Eligibility is based on the total income and number of persons per household.
“ I w o u l d j u s t l i ke t o t h a n k T i m Hor ton’s in Vermilion for d onating yearly to KidSport, it makes a huge impact on our community and without their generous donations we wouldn’t have as many amazing athletes in our
town,” commented Dawn Plaxton. Last year the combined total raised in the 2020 Smile Cookie campaign raised a record of $10.56 million for 550 charaties, hospitals and community groups across Canada.
In Loving Memory Of
Orest A. Kiziak
The family of Orest A. Kiziak would like to thank the community and everyone for the overwhelming support that was given when Orest passed suddenly. Thank you for all the messages, cards, calls, prayers, food, flowers, baskets, and donations to Stars and the Friends of Vermilion Health Centre. Thank you to the Holden Fire Department, the Royal Alex Trauma Unit, Stars, and David Foster for doing all you could. Thank you to Candice Anderson & staff at the Reflections funeral services, to Jason & Shauna Frankiw, Roger and Diane Siemachesky for all your comfort. Thank you Lawrence Thier for bringing Orest’s truck home. All your support will never be forgotten and will be treasured in our hearts forever. Joan and Family.
From left, Kevin Lucas (CAO), Dawn Plaxton (KidSport representative), Greg Whitney (Owner), Rommel Mandocdoc (Manager), David Rein (team member) and Carlo Celiz (team member). Photo Braxton Hoare
BOUQUET Thank you to Dewberry and Marwayne Fire & Rescue and Stars MediVac for the rapid aid in the collision on the north end of the Lea Park bridge on Hwy 897 December 1, 2021.
Mary Dach
Florence Everest
February 14, 1920 - December 3, 2021
If Roses Grow In Heaven If Roses grow in Heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for me, Place them in my mother’s arms And tell her they’re from me. Tell her I love her and miss her, And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day, But there’s an ache within my heart That will never go away
A private funeral service was held on December 10th, with burial at the Mannville Cemetery. Mary’s family would like to thank everyone for your messages, cards, prayers, food, and flowers as well as, dona�ons to the Mannville Care Center Resident Care Fund and other chari�es. Special thanks to Candice and staff at Reflec�ons Funeral & Crema�on Services for your guidance, compassion and caring, it will always be remembered. A very hear�elt thank-you to Reverend Anne McGrath and Reverend Trust Igbekele Oluwayemi and organist Rheta Prill for a wonderful Celebra�on of Life for Mom. Thank-you to Marj and Connie for their assistance with the lunch. Thank-you Dr. Louw, the nurses, the recrea�onal therapy girls, and all the staff at the Mannville Care Center for their dedicated care while Mom was a resident.
Sept 8, 1924 - Dec 20, 2009
Love always, Vicki, Linda, Lindsay Shirely & Families
Al Deschambault Feb. 12, 1935 — Dec. 26, 2020 Many the thoughts I give to you As the long hours go by. Thinking of the things we used to do And say, just you and I. Sometimes they make me smile. Sometimes they make me cry. But are precious to me alone, Memories of you and I.
Loved and always remembered by wife Betty and all the family.
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Emergency Services Shortages Affect Ambulance Service In Vermilion
Delayed response times, shortages of paramedics, and staff burnout have been forefront in the news province-wide lately, and the region is not immune to any of the issues plaguing the emergency medical services that serve the residents of Vermilion. Province-wide, Alberta Health Services (AHS) regulates and operates the dispersion of emergency medical services (EMS) including ground and air ambulance services operations. In some jurisdictions this is provided by one of 33 contracted delivery services, in others, AHS provides service directly. Ambulances are manned by EMS practitioners who respond to medical emergencies, provide community care and transfer patients between health care facilities. All EMS practitioners are registered with the Alberta College of Paramedics, which governs the profession of paramedicine practice in the province. There are three designations of EMS practitioners in Alberta, Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) and Advanced Care Paramedic (ACP), and their guidelines and regulations fall under the
jurisdiction of the Health Professions Act. All designations are guided by medical control protocols while providing care to patients. Ambulance services also have standards and practices under the Emergency Health Services Act, and follow the Ground Ambulance Regulations, and the Ground Ambulance Vehicle Standards Code. Which EMS designation is dispatched is determined by the severity of a patient’s condition, calls are triaged into categories with increasing urgency at each level starting at alpha, and carrying on to bravo, charlie, delta and echo. Ambulances can be diverted from lower severity calls to higher urgency ones mid-trip. Alberta Health Services (AHS) releases a Quarterly Emergency Medical Services Dashboard report which highlights among other things the response times for LifeThreatening Events, as well as EMS Hospital Times, (the amount of time that an ambulance is unavailable due to protocols that stipulate the paramedics stay with their patients until care is formally transferred to the emergency department). AHS is responsible for dispatching ambulances, and has standards that aim for 90 per cent of ambulance responses to occur within 12 minutes in urban centres and 15 minutes
in smaller communities of 3,000 or more people. In the latest report released, in communities the size of Vermilion, standard response time was over the intended time in the first two quarters of the 2021-2022 year. According to the Health Sciences Association of Alberta (HSAA) the union that represents the province’s paramedics, Vermilion experienced a red alert at least once on December 9 as well as one in November. A ‘red alert” refers to times that no ambulance was available to respond when someone called for help. Vermilion’s service was also short of an ambulance for an entire shift due to there being no paramedics to staff it five times this month between December 2 and 15. The region has also had ambulance’s status as Advanced Life Saving units downgraded to Basic Life Saving units more than once this month due to no Advanced Care Paramedic to staff them. Vegreville has also experienced several red alerts in the past month, as well as a loss of ambulance service as they responded to calls over an hour away in Edmonton. The HSAA created an Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Facebook page in August to bring awareness to the current situation of the abilities of Emergency
Services to respond to calls. Information they post is sent to them voluntarily and does not reflect all of the incidents that are occurring. According to the posts they received, in the first 50 days of the page, there were at least 135 red alerts in at least 12 communities, 345 ambulances were dropped, and over 70 calls exceeded 30 minutes in response times.
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Judy Maksymic
April 13, 1946 – August 26, 2021 Lovingly remembered by her Sons: Kevin (Marianne) Hanna and Ken (Aline) Hanna, Grandchildren Derek (Kyla) Robins, Karolyn (Brendan) Vandebeek, Kyle (Josepha) Hanna, Krystal Hanna, Kathryn Hanna and Robin Wanuch. Great Grandchildren: Sydnee Robins, Jonathon Robins and Baby Vandebeek January 2022. Siblings: Marjorie Steele, Doris (Keith) Lysons, Dennis Allen (Helen Urwin), and Marion Smyth (Don Good). Sister In Law: Florence Allen and Elaine Maksymic. As well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her Husband: Morris Maksymic, Daugher: Kimberly Yvonne Hanna, Parents: Ted and Amy Allen, Brother In Law: Dick Steele and Ron Maksymic.
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With sincere and heartfelt gratitude, the complete family of Judy Maksymic, wish to thank everyone who made donations, sent flowers, fruit baskets, food trays, cards, and all the phone calls. Your kindness and thoughtfulness is greatly appreciated. Her family is overwhelmed with all the generosity and kindness! Special thanks to Ann McGrath for doing the service. As well to Marion Smyth and Rick Allen for doing the eulogy. Lasting Impressions, for the lovely lunch, and to anyone who helped in any way. A Great thank you to Reflections Funeral Home for your very professional and kind services during this difficult time. Everything is gratefully appreciated by all of Judy's family. When you see a bright shining star, it’s likely Judy, watching over all of us!!, Merry Christmas and Happy 2022 to all from all of Judy’s family!!
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Merry Christmas
Wishing Everyone A Very Merry Christmas
Lorna Hamilton Editor
Eac h ye ar we gather to celebrate the holiday season and for some the season brings, joy, happiness and peace. For others it brings the same feelings, but it can also bring feelings of sadness, loneliness and despair; especially if they have lost someone
important in their life, their job, or are just down on their luck. The Christmas season can be stressful for so many so I urge you to be kind and understanding, if you come across someone who doesn’t display the Christmas spirit the way you may be feeling it, try to remember we don’t always know what another person is going through, offer a welcoming smile and a word of kindness, it could mean a world of difference. Also, as we g o into the ho li d ay
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Merry Christmas
5 Simple Ideas To Spread Holiday Cheer
(NC) Many people will tell you that it’s often the little things that really make the holiday season, not big-ticket gifts or luxury splurges. So, start celebrating right now with these positive, cheerful ways to experience and share the holiday spirit. 1. Deck your halls. It’s hard not to feel festive when your home is decorated in sparkly, vibrant garlands, baubles and centrepieces. During the pandemic many are choosing to begin decorating early, so why not make your space merry and bright sooner? Try out some DIY crafts as a family to repurpose pinecones, boughs
of holly and evergreen cuttings. 2. Play some music. Seasonal songs can make even the biggest grinch feel merry and bright. With their lineup of ad-free holiday channels, SiriusXM has something for everyone, from chill holiday sounds to the classics and even country music’s take on the season. Singing is encouraged — it’ll boost your mood and help you relieve any stress after a busy day of holiday shopping. 3. Start a new tradition. Longstanding rituals are nice but take this year as an opportunity to try something different.
Maybe it’s testing out a new cookie recipe, going ice-skating on Christmas day or binge-watching the cheesiest holiday romcoms you can find — whatever it is, make it an activity the whole family can enjoy and will be excited about for next year. 4. Share what you have. It doesn’t take much to give something back and appreciate your blessings. Is your kid’s winter coat too small? Donate it to a local women and children’s shelter. Have a night in with nothing to do? Handwrite holiday cards for old friends. Even the gift of time can make a difference — try booking a virtual chat with
a relative in a retirement or long-term care home who would love some company. 5. Give gifts that keep on giving. Most shiny new toys lose their lustre by January, but if you opt for a non-traditional present the recipient will have something to enjoy year-round. Consider a subscription-based gift, like a virtual class or a SiriusXM streaming subscription, which grants access to podcasts and entertainment programming like 99% Invisible, The Last Podcast on the Left, For Colored Nerds and Storytime with Seth Rogen, in addition to great music for every occasion.
Understanding Your Energy Bill
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December 21 marks the official first day of winter in Canada, but as Albertans know, that date only counts on the calendar. By then, winter has already set in. We’re living with it. When it comes to buying electricity or natural gas for your home, farm, or small business, it’s never too late to prepare for winter’s icy grip. You may have heard reports that prices will rise in the New Year, but have you taken a look at your bill to understand how your monthly charges work? An energy bill consists of three basic items – how much energy you use, the rate you pay for that usage, and delivery charges that cover the costs of getting the energy from the source to you. Your usage can change throughout the year, and is typically higher during the winter months when it’s colder and darker. Your chosen usage rate type is determined by market factors, and can also be impacted by cold and hot weather. Delivery charges are regulated, with a mixed of
variable and fixed costs. Keeping these factors in mind will help you choose the purchasing option that works for you. In Alberta, you have options for how you buy electricity or natural gas, and you can take advantage of those options even after the weather outside turns frightful: • By a fixed-rate contract – customers pay a set unit price for natural gas or electricity for a certain period of time. • By default – paying regulated rates, month-tomonth, with no term attached. For electricity, this is known as the Regulated Rate Option (RRO); for gas, it’s known as a default plan. • By variable/floating rate contracts for a certain period of time – rates are based on the wholesale price the retailer paid for the electricity or natural gas, plus a transaction fee that varies. If you prefer price stability for electricity and natural gas, you can choose to lock in your rates and enter into a contract for a fixed price with a competitive retailer. If you prefer price flexibility, you can opt for the RRO for electric-
ity and the default plan for natural gas (as noted above), or for a variable/floating rate contract. If you’re still not sure which option is best for you, don’t worry. There’s help. The Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA) at Service Alberta helps Albertans make informed choices for electricity and natural gas. If necessary, the UCA also serves as a mediator between consumers and their service provider. Created in 2003, the UCA has a mandate to educate, advocate, and mediate for residential, farm, and small business electricity and natural gas consumers. Last year, the UCA mediation team helped more than 20,000 Albertans looking for information or assistance related to their electricity or natural gas services. Albertans can visit https://ucahelps.alberta.ca, or call 310-4UCA (310-4822), to find out more about your options for buying electricity and natural gas, for winter energy saving tips, or if you have questions about your utility bills. The UCA website also features a Cost Comparison Tool to compare rates and retailer products based on your actual consumption or estimated consumption.
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Dawn Hames Columnist
Wow, Christmas always seems to come so fast, every year. The only time it t akes forever to come is when you are a child waiting impatiently for the days to pass so you can unwrap your gifts and toys. We may not know it, but Christmas is a gift that we can celebrate every day. It is the gift of God, coming to earth as a baby, to give His life as a man, so that we would each have the opportunity to receive His gift of eternal life. Scripture prophesied 700 years before Jesus was born, “For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And
Craig Baird Columnist
With it being the Christmas season, I thought it would be a neat idea to look back at Vermilion’s Christmases from decades ago to see how things may have changed over the years. In 1929, the Columbia Theatre hosted a big event for 500 children who came out, some from very long distances. The children were treated to the display of a large Christmas tree and entertainment given by the veterans of the Legion. At the community hall, the Sunshine Club put on an event for 150 people that included hampers of food, clothing and toys that would be given to 30 homes that were dealing with a tough Christmas. The event raised over $200 to ensure everyone in
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Christmas 2021
His name will be called Wonder ful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” Isiah 9:6. We only have to believe. We often see the word “believe” at Christmas time. Some people see the word to mean believe in Santa, or believe in the “magic” of Christmas. Others see the word, believe, as a reminder of the amazingly beautiful gift that was given to all of man kind with the birth of the baby Jesus. It is the gift of heaven and eternal life from a Fathers heart filled with love. We only have to believe. When we believe, we have faith, and with faith, all things are possible. Faith is the opposite of fear, and with faith we can not hang onto to fear. For the last 22 months, we have been bombarded with fear. This Christmas is a time to throw off the heavy blanket of fear, hold fast
to your faith, and believe with all your might. Enjoy your family and friends. This Christmas take back the ground you have lost to fear, and replace it with joy, happiness, turkey and butter tarts shared with those you love. Become the light to push back the darkness. Its time……. for Christmas. Here is a great Canadian favourite, for you to enjoy at Christmas. Butter Tarts 1 cup Brown sugar 1/4 cup butter 1/2 cup chopped walnuts 1 egg 1 cup raisins or currents Cream the butter and sugar; add the beaten egg, then raisins and nuts. Line tart tins with pastry. Put 1 tablespoon of filling in each tart and bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes, reduce heat to
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Christmases Of Vermilion Past
the community had a great Christmas. In 1937, with times being tough, old Christmas cards were given to the CGIT girls who were making a scrapbook for the hospital. In 1945, owners of stores in Vermilion announced that they would be observing Boxing Day as a holiday, as well as Jan. 2. The stores would close on Christmas Eve at 7 p.m. in order to give some people the chance to get gifts at the last minute. The Vermilion Board of Trade recommended these changes so that employees could have more time with their families during the holiday season. In 1947, the Vermilion United Church hosted a big Christmas Party where carols were sung and food was served for everyone who came out. Alice Keith, the matron of the hospital since it was built in 1919, was presented with a hymnary by
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Braxton Hoare Columnist
The internet has gone through many iterations as it slowly changed from a government project to the massive free web of information we have today. But what will the internet look like 10 years from now? Well, no one can say for certain, but there are some new technologies that are likely to play a pivotal role in the next generation of the internet. Web 3.0 is the word given to what will be the new era of the internet. With web 1.0 the internet was difficult to explore, though it was largely owned by individuals with their own rudimentary sites. Unfortunately, making a website was difficult, especially back then before our modern website builders were created. Web 2.0 made the internet interactive and user-friendly, with the introduction of search engines like Google and new user-generated content sites such
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The Next Generation Of The Internet as Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube. Though this era has opened the door to the average Joe it has come with a cost. Big corporations essentially hold a monopoly on the internet, with every interaction on the modern web existing exclusively on some corporate server. You do not own what you post online, ultimately everything you do on the web is regulated by those companies who control it, and the average user has very little say in how the websites they visit operate. Web 3.0 attempts to rectify this error of control and bring some of the power back to the masses. Currently, almost all internet servers are run by companies like Jeff Bezos’ Amazon. Web 3.0 will be run on the blockchain, a large web of computer servers run by millions of people all over the world. This means that rather than one company holding a near-monopoly on the service of web hosting, anyone any where can use their home computer to participate in the group network. Of course, since these blockchain networks are built
to house cryptocurrencies as well as data, those who opt-in will be rewarded in crypto coins. Unlike the current-gen web, this new era offers the same security, with the added benefit of transparency. This means all the code for all websites, and services will be available for users who know how to read it. This is a big step forward as currently nobody, not even the government knows whether big corporations are going too far with your personal information. Of course, those who aren’t familiar with computer programming will still have to rely on the trust of others’ word of mouth. Although at least, for more important transactions It’s very possible to contact someone with more expertise in smart-contract. This will especially be impor tant as the new generation of online businesses continue to develop. These new corporations are decentralized autonomous organizations. This means they function completely on their own and only according to their programming.
Certain services can be built and function as a complete company, while also not having a single employee or any person who holds all the power. These next-gen companies already exist and can range from financial institutions to entertainment, services, and games. These new corporations are a new take on business, anyone who holds some of the ownership tokens can propose or vote on changes to the program. No more corporate authority as the users now dictates the future of the services they use. This new internet revolution is only just beginning, however, more and more of these new services will begin to make their way towards a mainstream audience. All that is needed to participate in this next-gen web is a Bitcoin or Ethereum wallet, and all the services built on their network will function. No additional accounts are required as these wallets are used as a universal login, essentially removing the need to remember separate accounts and passwords for every website.
RCMP Vermilion Investigate Hit And Run
Mannville, Alta – On December 15, 2021 at approximately 7:00 PM, Vermilion RCMP were notified of hit and run collision in the village of Mannville. The suspect vehicle was travelling Eastbound on 50th Avenue and lost control
striking a power pole and then a fire hydrant. ATCO crews responded and with the assistance of the Mannville Fire Department the downed power pole and power lines were repaired. The hydrant was assessed and will need to be replaced. As the vehicle involved did not remain
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in scene, it is unknown if there were any injuries sustained by the driver or occupants (s). The suspect vehicle was captured on video and is described as a late model one ton flat deck truck, white in colour and 4 doors on the cab. This truck will have damages on the passenger side.
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A Different Little Christmas
Helen Row Toews
Threw open the curtains and took a good peer.
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Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the land Hot water was running as people washed hands. Each facemask was hung on the back of a chair, With hopes it would dry in the warm evening air.
“It’s Christmas,” folks chortled. “Yippee!” they declared. But in one little house someone’s parents were scared, Of jolly St. Nick, walking into their dwelling! And spreading his germs, (though the gifts were compelling). They worried all night once the kids ran to bed, All happy for Santa to come in his sled, And bring them great gifts…yet, the parents expected, The kind that were sanitized, washed and inspected. Like bottles of Soft Soap placed under the tree, And Lysol and hand wipes and paper (to pee). Or maybe a box of those blue rubber gloves, Or lotion, or Javex (like everyone loves). So later, ole Max and Irene, with their phones, Sat down on the sofa, to wait, all alone. They checked the statistics, the news and the score, While keeping a beady eye fixed on the door. They didn’t want Santa to sneak in their home, Or hop down the chimney and through the place roam! They wanted to know he was properly clean, Before he should enter. Who knows where he’d been! When, out on the lawn there arose such a clatter, Max knew in a moment what must be the matter. Away to the window he flew like a deer,
“It’s him!” the man hollered. “Get ready. GET SET!” Then motioned for silence (Irene was upset). And grabbing their spray bottles, filled to the brim, With germicide able to make your head swim. They crouched near the entrance, most quiet, most still, And though they quite liked him, and bore no ill will, They waited for Santa, to take him off guard, And hose the elf down with complete disregard! So poor Santa entered, in some disarray, Delivering toys had been awful that day. He was scoured and scrubbed, a right spotless old elf, (If you could have seen him you’d thought so yourself.) He wore a red mask pulled up over his nose, And hand sanitizer had ruined his clothes. Yet how his eyes sparkled, his laugh remained merry… At least until Max and Irene went all harry. Cause when he bent down to get toys from his pack, They let out a whoop and jumped up to attack. They gave him both barrels. They spared no expense, (And clutching a bagful of toy’s no defence.) Claus fell to the floor, to his team gave a whistle, And the sleigh powered in through the roof like a missile. He scattered the toys, and leapt into his sled, Intent on escaping back home to his bed. Then turning, the reindeer, the sleigh and the Claus, Took flight out the rooftop with barely a pause. Yet, still he exclaimed ere he drove out of sight, “Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”
Innisfree Minburn 4H Beef Club - November Report
Madeline Nott Club Reporter
This past month, we had our yearly weigh-in on November 7 at Harder family farm. Great group of steers and heifers weighed in. Hope to have a
great year ahead. We sc heduled our nex t meeting members join. We had our monthly meeting on December 8 in Innisfree. They star ted learning the 4 -H November 10 at Minburn, and we had In our cleaver program we have 2 pledge and motto and they enjoying it. our tire recycling on November 12. Members did a lot of collecting, so we had a great turnout of tires.
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Merry Christmas
Dawn Riley
Santa’s Anonymous Helps 76 Families This Year
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T h i s y e a r S a n t a ’s A n o n y m o u s helped 76 families within the communities of Minburn, Mannville, Clandonald, Islay and Vermilion. Organized and run by the Vermilion Lion’s Club, deliveries took place Saturday December 18 to families which included 122 adults and 88 children. The Lion’s would like to thank all those who have donated and volunteered. Donation boxes are still out, and donations can also be made at Scotiabank, and tax receipts can be issued. All money raised is to pay for the food and toys Santa’s Anonymous Elf’s were hard at work on Saturday. Photo Submitted for the recipients.
15 Sweet Treats To Serve This Holiday Season
Do you want to offer your guests a selection of mouth-watering desserts? Or perhaps you want to serve up a different treat at each holiday event? In either case, here’s some inspiration: 1. Mashed potato donuts 2. Butter cookies with red and green sprinkles
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Ice cream yule log frosting a local bakery or pastry shop. Enjoy! Fruit cups with whipped cream 11. Poor man’s pudding Brown sugar pie 12. Shortbread cookies Salted caramel pretzel bark 13. Eggnog cheesecake Candy cane fudge 14. Cranberry pecan pie Gingerbread trifle 15. Chocolate rum truffles Chocolate mousse Keep in mind that you can either prepare Maple cupcakes with buttercream these desserts yourself or pick them up at
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Merry Christmas
Dawn Riley
LOOP Resource: Putting Extra Food To Good Use
Reporter
Taking food that would end up in landfills and turning it into feed for local livestock, the Loop Resource program gives back to communities in a way different from most service organizations. Product that cannot be donated to local charities is given to local farmers to supplement their feed supply, providing mostly small farms with reduced costs, and healthier, happier animals, and at the same time benefiting the environment by reducing the amount of waste at landfills. What started as a one farm initiative in Dawson Creek, BC to reduce operating costs, Loop Resource has grown throughout Western Canada to work with 160 retail partners, and roughly 1,600 farms. Between one and two million kilograms of food waste is provided to farms, instead of ending up in landfills throughout BC, Alberta and Saskatechewan. Par ticipating par tners in Loop all benefit in some way; here is how it works. Everyday, stores pull what product is no longer sellable by Canadian
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Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) guidelines. In some areas charitable organizations benefit from the excess, and then anything that is not donatable is given to the Loop program. A trained Loop farmer picks up the excess food, and takes it home to feed to their livestock. This system enhances Loop’s philosophy that food should be put to its highest and best use. It allows retailers to divert the unsaleable food away from landfills and save money on disposal fees, and farmers supplement their feed, thereby saving money, and having healthier animals. Almost all the surplus food can be fed to most livestock, including goats, horses, llamas, pigs, chickens, cows, buffalo, dogs, cats, and sheep. Product that cannot be consumed by animals can be used as compost. The program works best for farms that can utilize a hundred percent of the product they receive. Loop tries to work with farms that engage in mixed, holistic farming. The program works with farms and stores of varying sizes and when possible, farms are matched with retail-
ers by their size and diversity. On the Loop website, co-founder Jaime White states, “When you support at-risk families, and small farms; you invest in the heart of your community. Benefits large and small ripple outwards from the growth of dynamic, vibrant, and sustainable communities, while securing ethical food production close to home.” Farms that participate in the Loop program are trained both in how to safely navigate pickups, and how to get the most out of the product they get to feed their livestock. Resources and a manual are supplied, and updated to comply with CFIA guidelines, ensuring the safe handling and distribution of food. Loop also works with grocery stores on how to keep food items in good condition, at proper temperatures, and organized by department. A ll pac kag e d fo o d re m ain s in packaging with ingredient labels. Several policies are in place to allow farmers to make careful, safe and informed feed decisions. Loop farms must follow CFIA guidelines, and the program requires farms to sign waivers regarding compliance with Loop policies. Farms that participate also get support in several ways to use the feed in the most effective ways possible. Regions have Facebook groups that allow
farms to share ideas, hints, and surplus food. Members learn ways to feed picky livestock, deal with unusual acquisitions and share pictures and stories of their Loop adventures. The Loop staff are also easily reachable for emergency schedule changes and concerns regarding pickups and unusual loads. If you are interested in becoming a Loop farm or for more information, contact Loop at info@loopresource.ca or call 1(604) 210-5900.
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Merry Christmas
Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services Candle Lighting
Lorna Hamilton Reporter
Reflections Funeral held a solemn and meaningful Candle Lighting service on December 16 in reflection of those who had passed. The just over 10 minute long service featured owner Candice Anderson, employees Jim Storch, Michelle Fiest, and Bethany Jacula. The service began with Anderson thanking the viewers for attending their Time of Reflection Candle Lighting ceremony.
“ We are g athere d here for a meaningful moment which we can h o n our t he m em or i e s of t h o se who have gone on before us,” said Anderson. Anderson and the staff quoted enlightening poems and verses t h r o u g h o u t t h e s e r v i c e a n d at the end five candles were lit and photos of those who have passed Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services, owner Candice Anderson holding one of the candles lit during the Candle Lighting service. Photo submitted were displayed with their names.
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touch so the message reflects your Just be sure to write from the heart. relationship with the recipient. If you’re very close with the person, don’t hesitate to mention recent or upcoming events such as their plans to buy a house or a trip they just took. Has it been a while since you caught up? Consider extending an invitation for a phone call or coffee date after the holidays. The most important thing is to be sincere. Be optimistic about the future In addition to wishing the person a happy holiday, include a positive message about the new year. While you shouldn’t disregard any recent hardship the person may have experienced, the idea is to share some hope for the future. Remember, you can be as creative as you want with your holiday cards. Photo submitted
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17 Fun Holiday-Themed Activities
Christmas is fast approaching, but perhaps it doesn’t feel like the holidays yet? Here are some ways you can get into the spirit of the season. 1. Admire the decorated homes in your neighbourhood 2. Attend a Santa Claus parade 3. Bake cookies and other traditional holiday treats 4. Browse a Christmas market in your area 5. 5. Colour holiday-themed pictures 6. Curl up and watch a Christmas movie
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Do a puzzle that illustrates a winter scene Donate your time to a local food drive Get creative with your gift wrapping Go pick out your Christmas tree Listen to Christmas songs by your favourite artists 12. Look through old holiday photos 13. 13. Participate in a Christmas craft workshop 14. Read Christmas stories with your family
15. Take in a seasonal performance (concert, ballet, play, etc.) 16. Visit a museum that has a holiday-themed exhibit 17. Write and send out your holiday cards So, which activity will you start with this year?
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Merry Christmas
How To Stay Healthy Over The Holidays
It can be challenging to make healthy choices over the holiday season given that so many celebrations and gatherings revolve around food. Here are five tips to help you eat moderately and stay healthy over the holidays. 1. Load your plate with veggies Pile vegetables, fruits and green salads onto your plate. These foods are low in calories, high in fibre and will keep you satiated. Don’t worry, you don’t have to forgo the turkey or any of the side dishes; just be mindful of your portion sizes. 2. Eat slowly
It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to register fullness once you start eating. Therefore, to avoid overindulging, try to wait five or 10 minutes before refilling your plate. By doing so, you may realize you’re already full. 3. Watch what you drink Both non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks can add additional calories, sodium and sugar to your holiday meal. Consequently, try having a glass of water or seltzer in between the eggnog, cocktails and hot chocolate. 4. Be active
Staying active can help make up for and give yourself enough time to rest in eating more than usual over the holidays. between parties. It can also help reduce stress and improve Happy holidays! your sleep. One good way to keep moving is to encourage your friends and family members to go for a walk after your meal. Partaking in winter sports, such as skiing and snowshoeing, is also a great way to refresh your mind and body. 5. Take care of yourself To stay healthy over the holidays, remember to regularly wash your hands, cough into your elbow and stay at home if you feel sick. Don’t overextend yourself Photo submitted
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Merry Christmas
The Donkey So Brown
By Ann Campbell
“I need you to carry my sweet Mary dear to Bethlehem town,” the man said in his ear, So, the little brown donkey walked day after day, And tried not to stumble or grumble or bray.
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There once was a shepherd, the kindest of all, The sheep knew his voice and his ‘come with me’ call. They knew that his call meant a new place to go, where the grass was more green and cool water would flow. Or he’d call at the end of a hot windy day, To follow him home to the fold, where they’d stay for the night, and they’d sleep under stars shining down near a stall, with a new little donkey so brown.
And then they arrived – at a stable so old that even the roof didn’t keep out the cold. That night when the donkey had just gone to sleep, He woke to the sound of a little one’s peep, Then a cry, and a sigh, and a hand raised up high, While outside, bright angels filled up all the sky With their light and a message of peace in their song, And of God’s own dear Son, who would right all the wrong.
One night, the little brown donkey kept braying, He seemed to be calling the shepherd and saying, “I wish I was part of a family of sheep, Some nice fuzzy wool would sure help me to sleep.” So, the kindest old shepherd went out in the cold and led the brown donkey safe into the fold. He looked at them all going back to their slumber and thought of a certain dear sheep in his number that wished for a lamb – one to nuzzle and hold, Close beside her at night, as they slept in the cold.
Then outside the shed, the donkey could hear the voice of the kindest old shepherd so dear, So he brayed loud and long as they all came to see, The new baby Jesus. Each knelt on one knee.
So, he nudged the dear sheep, and her eyes opened wide, And she let the brown donkey curl up by her side. “Good night,” said the shepherd, as he patted each head, Then he quietly turned and laid down on his bed.
Then in came that sheep, and he knew by her smell, And the sound of her baa, and the ring of her bell it was she! And then when she nuzzled his ear, The look in her eyes made it perfectly clear that she’d seen and heard all the angels sing and felt the swish of an angel’s wing.
The little brown donkey was sold when he grew To a man, known as Joseph, who already knew that his Mary was bearing a gift from above A baby named Jesus, the gift of God’s love.
Then ever so gently, she laid down beside The donkey so brown, that gave Mary a ride, And both of them knew in their own special way, They’d been blessed to be part of the first Christmas Day.
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Merry Christmas
New Year’s Eve Traditions From Around The World
People across the country bring in the new year in a Eve. each stroke of midnight. Doing so brings good luck and variety of ways, from enjoying lavish, multi-course meals Brazil prosperity for the 365 days to come. to watching the Times Square ball drop on TV and You won’t see extravagant costumes at this BrazilTurkey popping champagne at the stroke of midnight. Here’s a ian celebration. Instead, people wear white to symbolize Fruit also makes an appearance at Turkish celebralook at how people in other countries observe New Year’s peace and prosperity for the year ahead. tions, where pomegranates are smashed on the ground Denmark in front of homes to welcome the new year. Just before midnight, it’s tradition for Danes to Cheers to a happy and healthy year! stand on chairs. This is so they can jump off when the clock strikes 12 to symbolize leaping into the new year. Estonia Since seven is a lucky number, Estonians make sure to eat seven meals on New Year’s Eve. This is said to provide the strength of seven men for the year to come. Japan Across the country, bells are rung at Buddhist temples 108 times before midnight. This number FROM OUR FAMILIES TO YOURS symbolizes worldly desires, and the practice is intended to chase them away. Philippines Among Filipinos, circles are said to bring luck. In addition to wearing polka dot patterns, it’s tradition to W ISH ING YOU A SEA SON FILLED WIT H LOV E , eat 12 round fruits — one for each L AUGHTER, FAITH, FRIEN DSHIP A ND month — to attract good fortune. HAPPINESS. LOOKING FORWAR D T O WO RKIN G South Korea TOGETHE R IN THE COMING YE AR ! In seaside towns across the country, people gather on the beach to watch the first sunrise of the year. It’s said that if you make a wish at sunrise, it’ll come true. Spain In Spain, people ring in the new year by eating 12 grapes, one at Photo submitted
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Merry Christmas
10 Good Deeds For The Holiday Season
The holidays are typically a time to celebrate and enjoy. For some people, however, it can be a difficult period of the year to get through. If you want to spread the Christmas spirit in your communit y, here are a few simple actions you can take: 1. Donate money or non-perishable items to a food bank in your area 2. Sort through old toys, clothes or books, and give them to someone in need 3. H e l p s o m e o n e yo u k n ow by offering to watch their kids or prepare a meal for them 4. Pay a visit to someone who lives alone 5. Volunteer to accompany people in your area on errands 6. S e n d g r e e t i n g c a r d s t o t h e people who live at your local seniors’ residence 7. S h o w y o u r a p p r e c i a t i o n f o r those who offer their services
(a thank-you note for the postal w o r ke r, c o o k i e s f o r t h e b u s driver, etc.) 8. P a r t i c i p a t e i n a g i f t - g i v i n g program in your community
9. Put your talents to good use sans by purchasing your Christ(sing at a seniors’ residence, mas gifts from them k n i t s c ar ve s fo r p e o p l e at a These are just some of the ways shelter, etc.) you can make the holidays brighter for 10. Suppor t local ar tists and ar ti- everyone in your community.
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Blue Christmas Service The Blue Christmas service was recorded on December 10 at Glad Tidings Pentecostal church with members from the Vermilion Ministerial Association. The Blue Christmas service is a service that is provided annually for those that have lost a loved one and is a service of hope and remembrance. This year’s service was recorded and is available to view online. Contact the funeral home for the viewing link or a local church or ministerial member. Pictured - back row Gordon Hills, Dave Kennedy, Pastor Trust, Liam Cowman, Doug McCrae, Joanne McCrae. Front row - Harvey Hussey, Quinn Adams, Anita Jaremco, Carol Selte, Alan Jones, Darlene Kachan and Florence Tovell. Photo submitted
Quiz: Classic Christmas Songs
Christmas music can be heard 2. What is the best-selling Christ- written in French? 6 . I n w h a t ye a r w a s t h e s o n g nearly everywhere you go in Decem- mas song of all time? a. “O Holy Night” “Sleigh Ride” first recorded? ber. While you might be familiar with a. “ The Christmas Song ” by Nat b. “Silent Night” a. 1936 the lyrics, how much do you really King Cole c. “Jingle Bells” b. 1949 know about the most popular Christb. “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Rein5. How old was Brenda Lee when c. 1961 mas songs? deer” by Gene Autry she recorded “Rockin’ Around the 7. What was the original title of 1. Who wrote “Winter Wonderc. “White Christmas” by Bing Crosby Christmas Tree”? “Silver Bells”? land,” which was originally a poem 3. Where did the song “O Christa. 13 a. “Tinkle Bells” inspired by memories of his child- mas Tree” originate? b. 16 b. “All the Bells” c. “Christmas Bells” hood? a. Russia c. 22 a. Richard Smith b. Romania b. Joseph Mohr c. Germany c. Johnny Marks 4. Which of these songs was first
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Money can be made if your are willing to take a chance. Your words will be taken out of context if you're evasive with coworkers or employers.
GEMINI
You may want to put everyone to work on a project that will keep them all too busy to complain. Be very careful while in transit or while traveling in foreign countries. Too much talk might lead to hassles.
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You will be able to communicate well today. Don't second guess yourself, just go to it. Don't hesitate to sign up for creative courses or physical fitness programs. Get involved in philosophic groups that will enlighten you. Invite friends over. Look into any educational activities involving the whole family.
VIRGO
Your attitudes at work will open new avenues for you. Listen to the advice given by others. You will be emotional about your personal life.
LIBRA
Don't allow personal problems to conflict with professional duties. Get some sound advice and help setting up a workable budget. Have a heart-to-heart talk with family and find out what the problems are.
SCORPIO
Be creative in your pursuits. Keep an open mind when listening to the opinions of others. You can learn from those who have had similar experiences.
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Self-deception is likely. Focus on your domestic scene. Get together with friends or relatives. Short trips will be educational.
CAPRICORN
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Work quietly behind the scenes. You can learn from those who have had similar experiences. Let go of the past in order to progress.
AQUARIUS
Get help to finish a project if you need it. You can make changes to your domestic scene that will benefit all who reside there. Make sure to arrange in advance to spend quality time together.
PISCES
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Merry Christmas
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FCC Invests In New Technology For Lakeland’s Student-Managed Farm
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Lakeland College has once again received a gracious gift for the students in Lakeland’s Student-Managed Farm-Powered by New Holland at the Vermilion campus. FCC has gifted Lakeland $10,000 to purchase a MobiLab unit and supplies from METOS Canada providing the students access to more cutting-edge agricultural technology and work-integrated experiences. The new MobiLab unit is designed to measure nutrients in the soil and plants. The integrated technology will make data attainable in real-time for Lakeland’s bachelor of agriculture technology students and research team. “On behalf of the college, we thank Farm Credit Canada for investing in our agricultural sciences students and research team.
This MobiLab technology adds a critical layer of data to their work and provides another avenue for work-integrated learning opportunities,” says Geoff Brown, Lakeland’s dean for the School of Agricultural Sciences. “The MobiLab technology provides on-farm analysis relevant to producer-based concerns in our region that are hard to identify. We’re excited to see this technology put to use to enhance productivity and sustainability in key commercial crops.” According to the press release students will use the new technology to analyze samples and interpret results which will allow them to make informed decisions and create a positive return on investment for the application of nutrients. Students can also evaluate the total costs and return of using MobiLab compared to conventional nutrient analysis methods.
It also states that the MobiLab will integrate with Lakeland’s existing METOS weather and soil moisture monitoring stations used by students to make actionable risk management and profit-producing decisions that may not be apparent without this layer of data. The new technology also augments Lakeland’s participation in the Pan-Canadian Smart Farm Network activities, demonstrating the feasibility of creating a digital twin of the field. Diana Laturnus, manager, Special Proj-
ects at FCC mentioned that FCC is proud to support Lakeland College’s MobiLab unit. “Students will learn not only how to use this key piece of agricultural technology but also the value it has in elevating the success of any farming operation,” said Laturnus. Laturnus also added that FCC is thrilled to see Lakeland’s own smart farm provide the next generation of producers with the knowledge they need to advance the technology used on Canadian farms.
Happy Holidays
(Left to right) Bachelor of agriculture technology students, Colby Yaremie and Matthew Pfeffer, prepare soil samples for analysis using the iMETOS MobiLab. Photo submitted
Christmas is here! It’s a time for joy, love, and togetherness. And it’s the perfect chance for us to say
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“WE FEEL PRIVILEGED TO SERVE YOU” Merry Christmas and A Happy New Year
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Vermilion Tigers vs Killam Wheat Kings
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The Tigers’ most recent home game took place December 16th at the Vermilion Stadium. After a bit of back and forth, the Tigers got the first point on the scoreboard with a quick goal, scored by Ethan Nelson. However, that early lead did not last long as Killam Wheat Kings player, Kale Hurlbert scored a shot of his own. Leaving the first period, both teams had the same score 1-1, and they were both ready to fight for another. They clashed on the ice for the entire 2nd period, with neither team able to score. The final period started with the score tied, and the players tired from the last few periods. However, they were still ready to give it their all, the only question was who would score next. The Tigers struggled to get the puck to the other side of the rink, but Killam sent it back. To the Tigers’
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player, Ashton Kelly sank the puck. Though the Tigers were left behind by two points they still had some fight left, and with a great play by the whole team they were able to get one final shot at the goal. The Vermilion Tigers’ player Ty Bryden sunk the puck with less than a
minute left on the clock, but it still wasn’t enough. Although they played great, and could have taken back that final period they didn’t have enough time left to get another goal. So, the game ended with Killam Leading by one point, a final score of 3-2.
Vermilion Tigers’ Ethan Nelson seconds before a goal on the Killam Wheat Kings. Photos Braxton Hoare
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SCHOOL NEWS
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St. Jerome’s School News
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The last of the Christmas crafts were glittered and glued, the concert songs were practiced and performed with glee, and the happy giggles of sugar buzzed students filled the halls. We have had an amazing Christmas season this year at St. Jerome’s. Students were blessed to have the opportunity to participate in our school “Christmas Carnival”, organized and run by our Grade 10 Leadership students. This year we had stations like “Cookie Decorating,” “Wii Wish You a Merry Christmas” which involved Mario Kart Races, “Dart Throwing,” “Ball Toss”, and the list goes on… It was a blessing that we were able to do a carnival this year, students in grades 4 and up sold ticket booklets for a 50/50 draw. The winner was Taylor Chavez, her nephew Jordan Chavez-Arroyo sold her the winning ticket and was lucky enough to win a small cash prize too! The final week of school brought with it a number of fun dress-up days, such as PJ Day, Christmas Hat Day, Ugly Christmas Sweater Day, and Fuzzy or Christmas Sock Day! In the final week, students spent hours recording scenes and songs from this year’s Christmas Musical “The Bethlehem Project.” Students in grade 5 did the acting, while each class in grades 1-5 sang a song and danced as well. Our fearless grade 5 teacher Miss. Frankiw worked her magic to stitch together all of the acted scenes and songs into our final recorded performance. The link was shared with families on Thursday, Dec. 16 so that they can enjoy watching the show at home! On Wednesday, our elementary students ventured out to the movie theatre in Lloydminster. It felt like such a treat to take the bus and enjoy a movie in the theatres with popcorn and pop! We went to see Disney’s newest release called “Encanta,” a movie about a young girl, her family, and their magical home. It was a great show, with lots of singing and not too many scary parts! Our grade 8 phys ed students enjoyed skating and playing hockey in the stadium with Mr. Whelan. In addition, the grade 2
students were lucky enough to participate in a round of Dog Therapy Reading. Staff and students from Lakeland College bring in therapy dogs for our students to read to. Both the students and the dogs seem to love the time spent reading together. It is a wonderful way to prioritize reading with our students. Mr. Chase has also been providing a weekly reading incentive to students who have completed their home reading faithfully. On Monday mornings, the lucky winners from grades 1-5 get to go together in a small group to the Library where they get to listen to Mr. Chase himself read them a story. Having our “heroes” read to us makes reading and engaging in literacy that much more meaningful. Thank you Mr. Chase for volunteering your time to read to our littles. The Faith in Action Team (FIAT) went Christmas caroling with Mrs. Schmidt at the Senior’s Lodge last week. 50 students attended for a masked choral rendition of some classic carols. It was great to be out serving our community again and making people smile, even if only from behind a mask. Mrs. Schmidt’s FIAT team members also decorated the school windows with beautiful Christmas artwork! And just in time for Christmas, we received a kind and generous donation of Hay Clay from the Vermilion Co-op. Students have been molding and creating beautiful representations of their learning. On Wednesday, the junior high and high school students took the bus to Mass, followed by the elementary staff and students on Thursday. Advent is a special time in our Catholic Faith. We have been recognizing each week in the Advent season with special prayers and readings in the mornings and a wreath lighting ceremony and song sung by students in the younger grades. Father Joy came for another round of class visits last week! He enjoyed watching parts of the dress rehearsal for the Christmas concert, and joined in to teach religion lessons on Advent. We are so blessed to have him support and nurture the Faith of our students. From all of the Staff at St. Jerome’s: We wish you a Merry Christmas, and a safe and happy holiday season. God Bless!
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Just in time for Christmas, students at St. Jerome’s received a kind and generous donation of Hay Clay from the Vermilion Co-op. Students have been using the clay to create beautiful representations of their learning. Photo submitted
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J.R. Robson School News
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Jan. 11: ELA 30-1/30-2 Part A Diploma Jan. 12: Social 30-2 Part A Diploma Jan. 13: Grad Picture Retakes Jan. 31-Feb.1: Semester Break – no classes Feb. 2: Semester 2 begins
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An email was sent out to students to help the Yearbook Committee choose a cover for the 2022 Yearbook. They had the choice of 3 different covers. The final choice will be revealed next year! Mrs. Barnes has been posting pictures of her dog Coco at various locations in town and asking students to identify where she is located. Prizes were drawn and given out among those who entered. The last day of classes started with our annual pancake breakfast and pajamas day. Various activities took place at the end of the day. We want to wish everyone a safe and restful holiday break. See you back on January 3, 2022! Important dates: Dec. 17: PJ Day and Pancake Breakfast The concourse was made festive by the Pirate Crews. Photo submitted Dec. 20-31: Winter Break – no classes
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hi g hli g ht wa s m ak in g a var i et y of crafts and keepsakes to take home. Grade 2 students made Christmas tree picture frames and kindness jars, as well as writing acrostic poems inside their Christmas cards. Devorah Brown (Lakeland student getting her Child and Youth Care), talked to the students about her country, Panama. Grade 1 students were busy writing letters to Santa and making presents for their families. They were also reading up a storm and becoming better
readers. It’s hard to believe the growth they have made since September. Kindergar ten had so much fun participating in their classroom Christmas Sock Exchange, where each child chose a name from Santa’s hat and then picked a pair of Christmas socks to wrap up and give to a classmate. Then they watched a Christmas movie in their new socks. Kinder kids have also been busy at Santa’s Workshop (dramatic play center) building toys, baking goodies and wrapping gifts.
The VES staf f and students greatly appreciate the generous support that has been shown to our school family during this special time of year. The donations of clothing, food and money have been so amazing. As well, the people who volunteer their time to help make our school the best we can be is so wonderful and does not go unnoticed. You are the most precious gifts a school could ever ask for. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Merry Christmas. G r a d e 1 s t u d e n t s s a i d far ewe l l to their student teachers last week. Miss Hannah Ludlage and Mr. Kobi Neureuter went back to university for their final semester. We wish them the best of luck and will miss them at VES. Grade 6B students made gnomes from socks, jars and pillow stuffing. They solved the crime “Someone stole our candy canes”. They also took the song “Be a Light” and made that their inspiration for being kind ‘lights’ and role models for others. The 5B class learned ‘Twas the Night Before Christ- Devorah Brown presenting about Panama. Photo submitted mas as a Readers’ Theater and shared it with the rest of the school. Complete Grade 3 got to take a virtual tour of the Ukrainian Cultural Village, where Water Treatment they learned about their culture and made kolach (braided Christmas bread) www.waterbygeorge.ca wreathes. They made snow globes info@waterbygeorge.ca from jars and decorated them with holi780-871-9283 day trim. They also wrote paragraphs ce about the Grinch using sentence startn i S 980 ers and descriptive words. 1 The Grade 2/3 class enjoyed numerous Christmas ac tivities inc luding studying a “ Christmas Around the World ” unit and having a lot of fun learning about different cultures and traditions at Christmas time. Another
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