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Minor Hockey Week
January 18, 2022
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Minor Hockey Tournament
Vermilion Tigers U13 Standoff in home tournament against Lacombe Rockets. Photos Braxton Hoare
Braxton Hoare Reporter
The U13 Minor Hockey tournament took place from January 14th to the 16th. Young players from the U13 age group were given the opportunity to participate in a fun and competitive local tournament. In addition to the home players, teams travelled from Cold Lake and Lacombe as well for this tournament. The games were hosted in the Vermilion stadium and were filled with quite the crowd (by Covid standards). Friends and family gathered to watch the young players duke it out and show what they have learned while playing the last season. These up-and-comers gave it their all as they shot around the ice trying to get the upper hand on their opponents. From the
crowd, you could hear the enthusiastic coaches giving tips to their players from the sidelines. The players used this time to experiment with their plays and try to find out what works and what doesn’t in a game of hockey. By the end of the tournament, the players had surely shown off their skills in play. Dashing on the ice with grace and shooting the puck with determination. But ultimately at the end of the day, the kids were able to enjoy a fun time playing hockey with their friends. These games mark the end of the 2021 season, but not to despair as a new 2022 season is just around the corner. For more information about the Vermilion Minor Hockey and next season’s schedule, look at vermilionminorhockey.com. Players from Vermilion Tigers and Lacombe Rockets on the ice.
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Vermilion’s Economic Development Department: Enhancing Growth And Expansion
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All municipalities depend on economic development to not only grow, but to survive. Without business opportunities and activities to attract tourists and new residents, a community faces some very strong struggles to survive. What is Economic Development? It is developing, diversifying and maintaining suitable economic, social and political environments in a community. This allows balanced growth to be realized, thereby increasing the wealth of the community. Most municipalities have an Economic Development Officer or Manager to oversee this vitality important component of Town Administration. In Vermilion, Mary Lee Prior is the Town’s Economic Development Manager. Just the above definition is a full-time occupation, and like many small towns, in Vermilion this position has many more roles, all of which help enhance the town’s grow th. Unlike an urban centre, whose Economic Development Departments consist of teams of staff for several different branches, Rural Economic Development Departments are often one person with an assistant. This is the case in Vermilion, Prior has an assistant (whom she shares with the Mayor and Chief Administration Officer) to help her cover all the areas that Economic Development encompasses. Foremost, the Economic Development department takes care of Business Retention, Expansion and Investment (BREI). When a new enterprise wants to expand into Vermilion, the economic officer is the first point of contact for information regarding the Town’s needs and wants, as well as
available real estate. They must be able to act as a liaison with the community, as well as be knowledgeable on everything going on in the area. New businesses and developers are looking to deal with someone who is trustworthy and can maintain confidentiality. One of Prior’s main focuses is the retention of existing businesses in Vermilion along with assisting in expansion of those businesses. She must be aware of potential land available for expansion, as well as being responsible for knowing which programs and incentives a business might qualify for to encourage this growth. Another substantial part of the job is business investment. Prior is the first contact for new business or development inquiries, she is responsible for promoting incentives available (for example, the retail development incentive program and the industrial development incentive program) and needs to be aware of potential promising sites and land for sale (retail, industrial and residential). New Ideas for Living, the Town’s brand falls under Economic Development’s umbrella. Promoting all, of the positives of Vermilion, and why people should come to Vermilion, to shop, visit, invest in, and live here encompasses a significant part of Prior’s work. Economic Development also establishes partnerships that create BREI and Tourism Opportunities. These may be with local businesses to offer specials to visitors, like local hotels (hotel business deals get overnight stays), or regional partnerships (#take it to the Lake, #SkiNorth AB, Communit y Futures, Regional Collaboration Alberta HUB) to promote campaigns like Explore and Play at
vermilion.ca which showcases Vermilion through stories and videos. Attracting tourists and visitors to Vermilion are all part of the economic development marketing role. Through outlets like #explorevermilion, GO EAST RTO, Invest in Alberta Magazine, Travel AB, and Vermilion Magazine, Prior’s Social Media Reporter and Visitor Information Centre (VIC) Summer Students promote all Vermilion has to offer. Vermilion has 1 of only 5 accredited VIC’s in northeast Alberta. One of the more successful campaigns they have undertaken is the Best Of series highlighting some of the boutiques, dining, places to stay, and home decor retailers in Town. Prior also does Friday radio spots promoting Vermilion. The Town utilizes social media, has a website and a phone app too. Locally there is a community events calendar and Visitor Information Centre, and regionally Prior has established partnerships with several organizations, like Economic Developers Alberta (EDA), International Economic Development Council (IEDC), Alberta Municipalities and Travel AB to promote Vermilion worldwide. Locally, the Good Life Institute (another branch under Prior’s d epar tment) promotes Ver milion’s brand and is a provincially recognized tourism draw for Vermilion with their annual events that bring the community together. Prior also deals with a large portion of how the Town communicates also hosting the communications department role. Economic Development takes care of the Town’s press releases and external communications, some of the Town’s website content, all of the Town’s social media (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,
Youtube), and participates in many of Town council’s engagements (meetings and presentations). Prior also acts as the Town’s Emergency Public Information Officer (EPIO), if a major disaster were to hit the community and has a role in the Town’s Disaster Master Plan if it ever needs to be implemented. Under Prior’s leadership, Vermilion’s Economic Development Department has been honoured 17 times since 2013 including Prior being named the 2021 Alberta Economic Development Officer of the Year. These accomplishments acknowledging the successful campaigns that promote Vermilion and build its economic base in all sectors of business. These well-deserved recognitions are a testament to the central role of Economic Development; helping Vermilion grow and expand.
Town of Vermilion Economic Development Manager, Mary Lee Prior. Photo submitted
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Children's Story Time with Ann Campbell
Virtual Reading with Marie Donais Calder
Tours are scheduled for: 10 a.m., 12 p.m. 2 p.m, 4 p.m, 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Tours are approximately 20 minutes each. No reservations are required.
Join us from 2-4 p.m. at the LloydMall as we feature local community groups, including dancing, singing, musical theatre and more!
Join Ann Campbell from 10:30-11:30 a.m. as she reads her very own children's book "Just a Party" and create a disco ball you can take home for a party of your own.
Marie Donais Calder has authored a series of books based on real people, centering around her father and his experiences during the war in Germany. This reading is geared for seniors and takes place from 10:30-11:15 a.m.
Joy of Journalling Workshop with Michele Charles Gustafson
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In this author's visit and mini-workshop, Michele will share personal stories from her own journal journey and how it helped her design a life she loves. Join us from 1-2 p.m. and stay for the book signing after!
Teen Anime Club Kick-off
The kickoff runs from 4-5 p.m. and features a session of Rakugo, the traditional Japanese art of storytelling. Share silly and spooky short stories of your own or choose to read from one of the short stories provided.
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Vermilion Legion Donation
The Vermilion legion branch 11 donated two wheelchairs and two sheepskin blankets to AHS for patients at the extended care facility, from the Poppy Fund donations. Photo submitted
Phil The Pheasant Hanging Out
This is the 4th Phil to inhabit Homestead Hogs with his girlfriends. On Friday, January 7, morning Phil and the girls were having breakfast in the grain shed, and instead of running away, he flew up to the top of the shed and sat there for a couple of minutes ensuring the girls got away safely. Photo Dawn Riley
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French Onion Soup
Dawn Hames Columnist
I love French onion soup and January is always a great month for warming soups. Onions are a great source of the nutrient quercetin, and the good news is that cooked onions retain this beneficial nutrient, undamaged by the heat, plus cooked onions are easier on the breath than raw onions. Quercetin is a flavonoid that may inhibit the growth of certain cancers. Quercetin has been shown to lower bad cholesterol, raise good cholesterol and be protective of the cardio-vascu-
Craig Baird Columnist
The Vermilion Voice | January 18, 2022
lar system. Onions are a natural source of both quercetin and chromium, which both assist in blood sugar control. Onions and garlic contain sulfur compounds that work to detox our bodies by binding to heavy metals such as lead, mercury and cadmium and then escorting them out of the body. With all of these great benefits it is no wonder that some researchers are wondering if it is actually the onion, which is responsible for the French paradox, which allows the French to indulge in so many rich foods while remaining heart healthy. Onions are one of Julia Child’s favorite ingredients and are a staple in French cookery. Onions add a lot a flavour and health benefits to so many dishes, making it a favored ingredi-
ent in Canadian prairie cooking as well. I have oven proof French Onion soup bowls, but if you don’t have any, this recipe can be modified for regular soup bowls. French Onion Soup 4 yellow onions (chopped) 2 cloves of garlic (finely minced) 2 Tablespoons olive oil or butter 8 cups beef stock (approx. 2 liters) 2 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce Salt and pepper to taste Cheese ( mozzarella, or gruyere) Bread (baguette, or bread) Chop the onions, season with a sprinkle of salt and pepper and fry with garlic in the oil until half are golden brown. In a stock pot heat the beef broth, add the Worces-
tershire sauce and the onions, and cook for 15 – 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cut the baguette into thick slices, 2 per bowl and toast in the broiler on both sides, then cover one per bowl with grated cheese and broil until the cheese melts and bubbles and just starts to brown. To assemble, put one slice of plain toasted baguette in the bowl, top with a few slices of cheese, ladle in the hot soup, and then top with the broiled cheese toasted baguette. Serve Alternatively, you can at the last step top the soup with a plain toasted baguette, top with grated cheese and broil in the oven, until the cheese is melted, bubbling and starting to brown.
Vermilion Fights The Great Depression
Things were tough during The Great Depression throughout the Canadian Prairies. Money was tight, droughts were making growing crops difficult and everyone seemed to need relief. It was in this situation that Vermilion
decided to fight The Great Depression, at a break from the despair that came with the least for a time, with music. Dirty Thirties. On May 2, 1932, the Vermilion Citizens The business leaders, led by Mayor W.A. Band decided to open its summer engage- Fallow, decided to add to this by working to ment with open-air concerts in the municipal make Vermilion a shopping and community bandstand in Vermilion. The bandstand was centre for the surrounding district, by bringdecorated with strings of coloured electric ing in rural residents to spend money every lights, as were trees around it. Flower pots Saturday during the band concerts. Work were added to add to the attractiveness of quickly began to build a solid stone modern 3”towide versionfilling station at the corner of Alberta Avenue the spot and the hope was give everyone and Railway Street. A new fire proof office building was also built, and work began on several up-todate houses that would be ready for anyone who NorQuest College is recruiting and training active and came for the music, and retired Registered Nurses and Healthcare Aides decided to stay for the in rural and/or Indigenous communities in Alberta who community. have connections with seniors and caregivers within This work had a pretty their communities to serve as workshop facilitators. immediate ef fec t for Facilitators will receive a compensation of $50.00 per person trained. Vermilion, as business Email danielle.moffatt@norquest.ca started to flow and that for more information. tax period actually gained
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Thanks! What an amazing community! Thank you Vermilion and Area for your generous donations of food and financial support!
So many individuals, local businesses and groups have donated food and money. The food bank is entirely volunteer operated and everything donated goes to helping our clients. Because of your support we are well set up to meet demands. And we want to thank our great team of volunteers who help us pick up food, sort and serve our clients. It is a great gift of your time and talents.
more money for the community than the same tax period the previous year. What made this even more impressive was that the tax rate had been reduced from the previous year to help residents. As well, the local power, light and steam companies all showed profits through this summer initiative, which brought in more money for the community. Again, this is even more impressive considering that the rates had all been reduced between 1931 and 1932. The Great Depression was not an easy time for many, but through initiatives like this in Vermilion, it helped to make the Dirty Thirties a bit more festive and a bit more profitable for those who were seeing their bank accounts begin to dry up. Contact Craig at craig@canadaehx.com Support Craig by donating on his website www.canadaehx.com Listen to his podcasts Canadian History Ehx, Canada’s Great War, From John to Justin & Pucks and Cups.
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Braxton Hoare Columnist
The simple truth of the modern age is that most people spend at least some t i m e o n li n e. T h e average person spends about 3 and a half hours a day connected. So it’s clear that the internet has some impact on our lives, but you may not realize just how big an impact it has. In fact many of the decisions we make come from what we see when we are browsing on social media apps. Simple things like what to eat, what movie to watch next, or even personal and foundational pieces of identity like our hobbies, political ideas, and beliefs. This all might seem obvious to some, but what might be a little less obvious is how little you control what you see when you browse on these apps. Ever y modern social media app, from Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or Youtube, all use algorithms to determine
Helen Row Toews Columnist
Is it just me? Is it just me, or do you find teenagers these days often have a better vehicle than you? I mean, great if their parents can afford one, but there’s just some element of it all which irks me. When a young man, barely able to see over the steering wheel, sweeps past me in an enormous new truck on his way to school, I’m vaguely irritated. Of course, all young people don’t have new vehicles. Take my son Justin for instance. Although not a teen any longer, he’s a fine example of starting out with very little, and building up from there. He motors about the countryside in a car which qualifies for antique status; a 1982 Firebird. Unfortunately, it would also qualify for the junkyard. I asked him to take my vehicle into town for repairs a few weeks back, which left me to drive his. Mistake! S o m e m o nt h s ag o, w i t h a n eye towards restoration, he gutted it, but unable to complete the job he left the dash, the console and the backseat—in his basement. To say the interior is grim and austere is understating things by quite a bit. As we walked towards it, Justin dropped the keys into my outstretched palm, mentioning casually, “You might wanna bundle up. There’s no heat.” He left, hands shoved in his pockets, whistling a cheerful tune, as his aged mother prepared to clamber behind the
Algorithms Build Our Identities
what they will show a user. These algorithms are complex conjunctions of what the platform thinks you want to see, and what they would like to show you. This gives these companies a lot of power when it comes to influencing someone’s opinions. These systems are used in everything from recommended sections, viral pages and are even used in search feeds. If you are shown something over and over again, even if you are not aware of it, on a sub-conscience level you will still remember it. This makes it more likely that you will interact with this type of content in the future. Companies know this and love to take advantage of this principle. This kind of subliminal messaging could be quite a dangerous issue if people are not made aware of it. Of course, companies probably don’t intend to brainwash you, and that’s not quite what’s happening. Rather the algorithms they build clearly favour certain topics over others, and when the user trusts “Google” or “Facebook” to give accurate
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and impartial results in a search, that can tling. However, in exchange for being be a problem. Every company has its manipulated the platform does often find own political views, and those views tend the content you would enjoy, and it is to be broadcast in the types of things usually better at finding it than you would shown in search results. Other times they be on your own. Unfortunately, the cost blatantly lie in order to encourage users for this enhanced ease of use is a breach to look at the content they created or are of privacy. Most companies store a user’s being sponsored to show. information and it can be shocking just On Netflix’s “Trending Now” page how much data apps like Facebook carry every user is shown entirely different for their users. This information is used by shows based on personal taste. Though the algorithm to directly target the content that is great, “more content I will likely and ads on a personalized basis to users. enjoy” there is an issue in the way that is Some options like DuckDuckGO (a presented. The word “trending” infers an Google competitor) will allow you to idea of something currently being popular. escape the issues of data collection and However, that doesn’t seem to be what use a slightly more objective internet. they present. In fact, the purpose of every However, no solution is perfect as you page Netflix or any other app shows is in are still at the whim of the algorithmic its entirety an attempt to manipulate the gods at the end of the day. user into spending just a little more time on their respective platforms vs others. Maybe that ’s not a bad DEAD OR ALIVE thing. Of course, the idea that you are being manipulated against your will can be unset-
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wheel. Hunkering low to the ground, I shuffled my feet out well past any reasonable center of gravity, sidled up to the open door, and flung myself within. You’ve heard people say their vehicle has low clearance? They have no flippin idea. I swear I felt gravel crunch directly beneath my posterior. Swinging the door shut, I glanced up for a brief moment at the dog, who stood outside licking the glass, before leaning back and passing from view onto the flattened seat. Where were the controls to move it forward, and upright? Great, there were none. I lay recumbent, staring at the bare, metal roof. “Good—bloody— grief!” I texted to my son, holding the phone over my face as I typed these words of incredulity. Stretching out a hesitant toe I could just reach the pedals, and if I gripped the steering wheel hard, whilst leveraging myself upright, it was possible to get it in gear and make out the dim outline of a road through the frosty window. Mercifully, I only had to drive it two miles. Nonetheless, the trip was made safely, as I’m sure you’ve surmised. It was an interesting journey, as I can’t say I’ve ever operated a motor vehicle lying down before. My passage through town was uneventful too, although a few interested bystanders did pause to stare as a seemingly driverless car rumbled past. They might also have wondered why it endlessly signaled a left turn. I wasn’t aware, but once on, the light failed to cancel, soundlessly indicating my intention to exit the road for a mile and a half. In hindsight, this may not have been the right incident to cite in order to prove
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Canadian Red Cross Ending Involvement In Swimming
Dawn Riley Reporter
In a public announcement on Janua r y 12 , t h e C a n a d i a n R e d C r o s s informed the public that after 76 years in the field of water safety, they will be stepping away from the swim and life g u ar d pro gr am s to fo c u s m ore resources towards their already established humanitarian efforts. Ac c or d ing to the Canad ian Re d Cross CEO Conrad Sauvé this decision was driven by regular assessments the organization conducts of all its services that consider evolving humanitarian needs, the evolution of the marketplace, and alignment with its strategic direction. “We are enormously proud of what we have accomplished in providing water safety training and we are truly grateful to entire
generations of staff and volunteers who dedicated themselves to creating a program of the highest standard,” he said. “ We continue to believe in the importance of water safety training, but no longer saw that we offered unique ex per tise in that area. We also believe the relative humanitarian need for water safety training has been surpassed by demands in other areas in which we are well positioned to make a difference.” The organization has established a partnership with the Lifesaving Society Canada to allow their training partners to transition their certifications to the Society’s guidelines and programs in the least disruptive way possible. This collaboration gives training partners until December 31, 2022 to transition all their current cer tifications
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and those that would have normally expired this year to the Lifesaving Societ y without having to undergo extensive training again. After 2022, people will have to partake in the Lifesaving Society’s training programs. In a letter to training partners on January 11, David Percy, Vice President, Commercial Operations, Prevention & Safety stated, “We believe this transition to Lifesaving Society is the best path forward to ensure our withdrawal from water safet y does not disrupt Canadians’ access to critical training. Please know it is the intention of both organizations to make the transition of Red Cross water safety deliver y partners, instructors, lifeguards and others as easy as possible.” The arrangement with the Red Cross shows a need for both organi-
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The Vermilion Voice | January 18, 2022
Dawn Riley Reporter
Keeping Carbon Monoxide Out In The Winter
With the combination of mild, melting conditions last week, and the predicted return of cold temperatures this week, it is not a bad idea to make sure your home is safe from carbon monoxide leaks. Labelled as the “silent killer”, carbon monoxide is an odorless gas that cannot be smelt or tasted that has the capability to kill. Even minimal exposure to it can make you feel sick, often like you have the flu. Headaches, nausea, dizziness and shortness of breath are signs of carbon monoxide in your home, and people most at risk are infants, small children, pregnant women, elderly people, and people with heart or lung problems. Carbon monoxide gas is produced
by the incomplete burning of fuels, and faulty burners or clogged chimneys are often a cause. Gas furnaces, hot water heaters, cars, fireplaces, wood stoves and kerosene heaters are all sources of carbon monoxide. The Canadian Safety Council (CSC) recommends having chimneys, furnace and gas fired appliances checked by a professional every year for leaks. To reduce the chances of carbon monoxide in your home, follow these tips: • Eliminate CO at the source. Make the maintenance of your furnace, fireplace, and all fuel-burning appliances an absolute priority. Have them checked and cleaned each year. • Install a certified carbon monoxide
alarm in your home and check it regularly to make sure the battery is working. • Know the symptoms of CO poisoning. If they appear, it is important to get everyone, including pets, outside to fresh air immediately. • Never heat your home with a gas stove. • Never use a barbeque, charcoal or hibachi grill in the home or in an enclosed area. • Never use a gas-powered generator inside your home. • Before and after a snowfall, make sure vents for the dr yer, furnace, stove and fire place are clear of
It’s Not Too Early To Start Gardening
Dawn Riley Reporter
start stockpiling seed-starter mix for plants that need longer growing seasons and need to start indoors.
Even though it is the middle of winter, many gardening enthusiasts are already gearing up for the 2022 gardening season. For some, planning and preparing for their garden is the therapy they need to get through the last long months of winter. For others, planning now saves them time during the busy spring season. There are lots of things you can do to start getting ready. 1. Take stock of what you have. Do you need some new tools or supplies? Start watching for bargains and sales. 2. Get organized. Plan your gardening goals for the season. 3. Clean and repair the tools you have, sharpen blades, oil moving parts. 4. January is the month to check out your seed catalogs. Order your tried and true standards and favourites, and pick out a few new ones to try this year. 5. Check your seed inventory, and put any that are too old in the compost. 6. Make a master plan of your garden, including any new spaces you want to expand into. 7. Clean and organize seed starting supplies, Photo submitted
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snow. After a snowstorm or when the temperatures are extremely low, you should go out and visually inspect the vents. If there’s a lot of snow, clear a path of 2 to 3 feet around each vent and if ice is forming, gently knock it off without damaging the pipes. A carbon monoxide detector is the best protection from this dangerous gas. The CSC suggests installing them where they can be easily heard, outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation, and test them at least once a month.
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VERMILION U15 FEMALE
Dear Editor Big thanks to all the Vermilion citizens that were able to put up Christmas decorations. I enjoyed all of everyone’s efforts as I drove around town to view everything. It is
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a fact that not only does Christmas lighting cost a fair amount but it also can take a lot of time and effort to put up the lights and objects. In my opinion, it doesn’t matter whether it is a single strand of lights or an extensive display, it was truly uplifting for me
since it was my first Christmas without Len. We would always enjoy seeing the Christmas lights. Once again thank you to the efforts of everyone for their Christmas light displays whether it was a smaller amount or the fence with so many pretty ideas, or the
beautiful nativity scene with the north star or the trees that had such colourful lighting ideas, or the unique colour combos on the straight roofline lighting and such a variety of outdoor characters. It was all great. Lillian Kohn
How Farmers Can Get Much-Needed Support
(NC) If you work in agriculture, you know it can be a precarious business despite being so essential for the country’s sustenance and success. So, it’s important to know about the different kinds of support that could make life and work on your farm a little easier. Here are three financial programs and services created specifically for Canadian farmers: Canadian Agricultural Loans Act program (CALA) The CALA loan program provides farms with up to $500,000 to purchase or upgrade farm machinery and infrastructure. CALA offers low interest rates and down payments, flexible repayment Mark Your Calendar
options, and incentives for new farmers. CALA may be the program for farmers looking to establish, improve or expand their farming operations. Fa r m D e b t M e d i a t i o n S e r v i c e (FDMS) This is a federal service that brings together farmers and creditors along with a neutral mediator to reach an agreement that works for everyone. It’s free, voluntary and completely confidential. If you’re a producer who can’t pay current debt, this is a manageable way forward. Advance Payments Program (APP) The APP offers low-interest cash advances of up to $1 million for farmers based on the value of their inventory or
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their commodities in production and the Government of Canada pays the interest on the first $100,000. The APP can help improve farmers’ cash flow providing them with the flexibility to sell their
products when it makes the most sense for them. Find more information about these programs at agriculture.canada.ca / manage-farm-risk-and-finance.
STAN HARTWELL MEMORIAL AWARD To be awarded annually to the most dedicated volunteer in Vermilion Minor Hockey. The recipients are to be nominated by the community and/or Minor Hockey participants. Acceptable nominations will include:
• Coaches • Assistant Coaches • Managers
• Parents • Fans • Or other volunteers
Nominations will not be accepted for current minor hockey executives, businessmen, or individuals paid for their services (referees, rink attendants, etc...) Help minor hockey to recognize those individuals that have gone the extra mile and make Vermilion Minor Hockey a great place for our young hockey players. A member of the Hartwell family, or approved designate, will award the trophy and the plaque. Name of Nominee:_____________________________________________________ Address:_____________________________________________________________
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PET OF THE WEEK COME OUT OF THE COLD CAT ADOPTION EVENT The Lloydminster & District SPCA is having a Cat Adoption Event in an effort to find our Current Kitties their new forever homes to make room for the Stray Kitties that are in desperate need of a warm place to call their Temporary Home until they find their Forever Homes as well!! The Event will be running from Tuesday, January 11th to Saturday, January 22nd and the Adoption Fee is only $50! This is for ALL SPAYED AND NEUTERED CATS AND KITTENS!!! How exciting it that! So, there is lots of time to book your appointment to come in and meet these kitties to see if any call out to you! If this is something that you would like to participate in, please take a look at our website at www.lloydminsterspca.com for Available Animals and to fill out an Adoption Application!! To book an appointment give the Shelter a call at 780-875-2809!
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY Part-time Hairdresser Join our team at the Vermilion Valley Lodge and help us provide exceptional care for our residents. We are looking for a Part-time Hairdresser – 3 – 4 days per week. Located at the Vermilion Valley Lodge, our salon is fully operational and ready to be rented. The Hairdresser will be leasing the space and is not an employee of the Vermilion Valley Lodge. You can set your own hours of operation and will have access to 80+ residents in our retirement lodge and supportive living housing. Covid-19 vaccination is mandatory.
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Student leadership is at the heart of what we do at Lakeland College. Join a team that thrives on challenging, meaningful work. Help our students take the lead not only into the future, but today. Agricultural Technician - 1299 Building Custodian - 1240 All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found other individuals will be considered. Those selected for an interview will be contacted. All resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website www.Lakelandcollege.ca FOR DETAILED INFORMATION REGARDING THESE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES VISIT LAKELANDCOLLEGE.CA
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1 Asian country 2 Ordered 3 Egress 4 Afternoon nap 5 Flightless bird 6 Corset 7 Wound 8 Ardor 9 Impure 10 Curtsy 11 Service 12 Misrepresent 13 Those who are opposed 21 Santa call (2 wds.) 22 Long-term memory 25 Compass point 27 Not mine 28 Spank 29 Set 30 Look 31 Districts of ancient Attica
34 Tropical island 35 Stale 37 Partial 38 Billions of years 39 Beat 41 Ammunition 45 Sawing logs 46 Sold at a discount 47 Pencil end 50 Abort 52 Slacken 53 Destiny 54 Book by Homer 55 Chop into small pieces 56 Father's sisters 59 Brand of sandwich cookie 60 Encourage 62 False bible god 63 Gumbo 64 Facile 66 Thief’s hideout 68 Kimono sash
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HOROSCOPE/SUDOKU AND SOLUTIONS Daily Sudoku: Mon 17-Jan-2022
TAURUS
Try making some changes to your appearance and your attitude that will reinforce just that. Don't let your partner start any arguments.
GEMINI
Communication will be your strong point and you should be able to persuade others to see things your way. Travel will lead you in new directions.
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You may find that others do not do things the way you want; however, if the job gets done, let it pass. Take a short business trip if possible. Your partner may make you feel jealous and unloved.
Try to be reasonable. You can expect to experience delays or additional red tape if you deal with institutions. Be careful when dealing with female members of your family.
LIBRA
Opportunities to get involved in investment groups will payoff. You have to let go of your past if you wish to get out of any sentimental mood that might be hanging over your head.
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Sudden changes regarding your circle of friends could prove interesting and stimulating. You need more space for the whole family.
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They will not have the patience to wait for you to complete things that they've asked you to do. Travel will be most enticing. Consider a cruise. Avoid getting involved with married individuals.
CAPRICORN
You may find yourself caught in the middle of an argument that has nothing to do with you. Don't hold yourself back because you think you're too old.
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Romantic opportunities will be plentiful if you get out and mingle. An older member of your family may have left you with a pressing situation. Don't make any unreasonable promises.
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Stay out of other people's affairs. Make changes that will heighten your appeal. Relationships have not been the best for you lately and it's left you somewhat gun shy.
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Romantic opportunities are evident. Opportunities for romance are present. Help an older member with a problem that faces them.
SCHOOL NEWS
Anna Svenungard Submitted
The staff at St. Jerome’s were eager to welcome our students back this week after our extended winter break. We are very proud of our students for their diligence sanitizing their hands and wearing their masks. Teachers were quick to get their classes back into routines and learning! At St. J we have an incredible husband and wife team, Mr. & Mrs. Decker, who makes sure everything in our school is running,
Karen King
The Vermilion Voice | January 18, 2022
St. Jerome’s School News
clean, and safe for us all. The floors are still gleaming after all of their hard work over the holidays. Thank you both for keeping our school beautiful, it does not go unnoticed! Our school would like to extend our gratitude once again to the staff at the Lakeland Aquatic Centre. Jackie and Carmen did a phenomenal job teaching students of various age and ability levels to swim. The Kindergarten classes had the opportunity to go for a fun swim before Christmas with their friends. Don Doherty, our OHS coordinator, spent this past Thursday teaching first aid to our grade 10 students.
They learned CPR, how to use an AED, and many other life saving safety techniques. “It takes a village to raise a child” and lucky for us we have amazing community members that work together with us to support our Spartans. Many classes took advantage of the warm winter weather to go skating at the Town of Vermilion’s outdoor skating rink. There was laughter, a few slips, and lots of fun! The other exciting outdoor activity that has begun again on our small hill is “crazy carpeting”. The smiles have been contagious as zip down and trudge back up the
hill for another go! Our junior girls and boys basketball teams were both victorious in games played against Provost Catholic school last week. They were big wins for both teams, the boys defeated Provost with a score of 52-30 and the girls a 41-12 victory. Way to go Spartans! Up & Coming: -No School Jan.31 & Feb. 1 (PD Day & Semester Turn Around) -No School Feb. 17 & 18 (Teacher’s Convention) -No School Feb. 21 (Family Day)
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on January 12. We started it with the singing of O Canada and the Land AcknowledgeWe had our first ment. Mrs. Tomkins discussed Acceler2022 virtual assembly ated Reading with us. She told the students Submitted
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that if they reach their year end goal by the end of January, they will get to order a new book for the library. We are also planning a special AR day near the end of January. In the month of December, students read 1288 points for a total of 6155 school wide AR points to date. The division 1 top reader is Liam McKinnon (14.5 points) and in division 2, it is Autumn Jaremco with 48 points. Congratulations to each of those students and to all the students who fit in a lot of reading time over the break. Mrs. Joa discussed the January virtue of fairness, telling students that fairness is about everyone getting what 3” theywide need version to be success-
ful. Then she showed students a wonderful video to represent this virtue. Mr. Haslehurst discussed science fair and then performed a virtual experiment on color mixing. Mrs. Joa recognized the students who dressed up for Dress to Impress or Career Day. We ended the assembly with a movement activity. The 23rd annual science fair will take place on February 4. Students in Grades 4-6 will perform an experiment and students in Grades 1-3 have a choice of an experiment or a research project. All students will work on individual projects and all the experimentation and research will be done at home. On BOILERMAKERS BOILERMAKERLODGE LODGE146 146 February 4, the students will bring their projects to the school to be judged. There will be no opportunity for the for upcoming 2022 Maintenance general public to come into Turnarounds in Alberta. the school to see these projects, but there will be postings • TIG WELDERS • B PRESSURE WELDERS on Facebook and on the VES • APPRENTICES • FITTERS /HR website. + BENEFITS Dates to Remember: Jan. 780-451-5992 ext 277 25 – Virtual School Council send resume to: hr146@boilermakers.ca Meeting at 7:00pm; Feb. 4 For moreFor info, visit: info: boilermakers.ca/non-member more boilermakers.ca Science Fair.
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WHAT IS THE ADVANTAGE? To be added to NGCMP our mailing list, contact 1. The Northway sire’s you invest in bring with them the opportunity to sell your calves through the Pete Stahl NGCMP (780) 835-8291 or Albert Stahl (780) that we’ve set up specifically to get you a premium price for your calves. 834-7055 2. We dedicate a lot of effort and research in the cattle business and the genetics we build on are specifically designed to be a premium end product in the packing plant or out in the pasture working as mother cows.
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3. We want the opportunity to buy Northway-sired calves back from our customers: paying you, the customer, a premium for those type of calves is still going to be more profitable for us in the end. 4. If you are interested in the NGCMP, please contact us and we will explain how it will work and hopefully get you set up. 5. We will explain the details of the NGCMP on sale day before the sale. Be sure to tune in on DLMS if you can’t make it to the sale.
To be added to our mailing list, contact Pete Stahl (780) 835-8291 or Albert Stahl (780) 834-7055
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The Vermilion Voice | January 18, 2022
Here at Vermilion Chrysler, we believe in being a VITAL part of the community. On this new year 2022, we are - as always - still commited to bring value to our customers and our community as well. So come stop by, say Hi to some of the team and see what Vermilion Chrysler has to offer you this year!!
New Year New Deals, New Ride! Save your time & money by getting the best deal possible! The Vermilion Value - where we guarantee the best dealer experience! We are here for you! Lower your payments, Lower your rate! Come see us today! 2015 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED SPORT 4X4
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$47,888
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