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Communities In Mind Is Back

Loralee Marin, a Health Promotion Facilitator with Alberta Health Services at the Cornerstone Co-op Vermilion Food Store on February 17. Photo Dawn Riley

Dawn Riley Reporter

Af ter a successful launch of the Communities in Mind Campaign in 2021, Cornerstone Co-op and the Alberta Mental Health Foundation have partnered again this year to bring Mental Health resources to the community. The intent of the campaign is to help the people who reside in the communities that Cornerstone Co-op serves

know how to access services for Mental Health support through trying times. Originally created as a response to the social isolation and mental stress that COVID-19 has amplified for many people, the program is beneficial to anyone stressed or needing a place to turn to, and searching for resources and support. During the week of Februar y 14, dis plays were set up throug h -

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Dawn Riley Reporter

The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

The Hungry Hippie Is Open For Business

The Town of Vermilion presented a new business welcome plaque to Vermilion’s newest eating establishment, The Hungry Hippie Salad and Sandwich Shop on February 15. Situated inside the Lighten Up shop on Mainstreet, the Hungry Hippie offers Vermilion residents and visitors a lighter, healthier alternative for lunch and dinner. With a full menu of subs, soups and salads, including the options to create your own

there are plenty of choices for custom- experience this summer and is hoping to have online ordering set up soon. ers. The Shop has its own entrance on the west side of the building, and a nice bright seating area for people to enjoy their meal. Owner Darren S ko l a r c h u k h a s plans to create an outdoor dining

From Left Mary Lee Prior Town of Vermilion Economic Development Coordinator, Mikalya Rozka, Councillor Kirby Whitlock, Owner Darren Skolarchuk, Councillor Paul Conlon, Owner Amber Skolarchuk, Darren and Amber’s children Edwin and Jada, Councillor Rob Pulyk. Photo Submitted

Dawn Riley Reporter

Spring Deputy Mayor

Vermilion’s Town Council held a regular meeting on February 15, here are some of the highlights. Council Meetings are at present available to the public by electronic means only as per COVID-19 Recommendations as per Public Meeting Procedures (COVID-19 Suppression) Regulation. You can continue to watch Council meetings through the Town’s YouTube channel which you can access through their website. The next regular Council meeting is March 1, at 7 p.m. Council was presented with the list of utility account write offs for 2021. The amounts proposed for council’s approval to write off total $7,801.27 with $2,101.07 attributable to utilities, $497.26 attributable to property tax penalties and $5,202.94 attributable to general accounts receivable. Councillor

Joshua Rayment moved that Council approve the list, motion was carried. The Vermilion & District Housing Foundation put forward an Annual Requisition for 2022 operations in the amount of $225,000. This is based on their 2022 Budget including requisition, which was approved December 13, 2021. Based on the 2021 equalized assessment, the Foundation requested from The Town of Vermilion 19 per cent at $42,100.80 and the County of Vermilion River 81 per cent at $182,899.20. Councillor Snow motioned that Council approve the Annual Requisition, and the motion was carried. Councillor Rayment motioned that Council approve Councillor Kevin Martin as Deputy Mayor for March and April 2022, the motion was carried. Due to a brine leak, the Arena will be closed for the rest of the season. The Stadium will continue to be open until the end of March.

Lori Ann Nelson

It is with deep sorrow we have to say our wonderful daughter Lori Ann Nelson of Calgary, AB, passed away January 27, 2022 at the age of 51 years. Lori Ann was born in Lloydminster, SK, on Aug 18, 1970. Lori Ann took her schooling in Tulliby Lake and Marwayne. After graduating she went to Australia for 7 months then onto Denmark for another 7 months both on Agriculture exchange. When she returned home she worked with an oil company till she went to university for a Petroleum Engineering degree which took her to Bonnyville, Lloydminster and finally to Calgary. She received awards for her hard work and dedication. Lori Ann’s expectation of herself was for excellence. Most recently she decided to make a career change so was enrolled at the Bow Valley College in the Health Care Aid two-year program, which she would have graduated from in August 2022. In the Dean’s condolences she expressed Lori Ann was a bright, caring person and absolute pleasure to have in the program. Lori Ann at a very young age was very responsible and competent which continued throughout her life. Lori Ann was involved in farm/ranch life, she did whatever it took to help out, whether it was looking after her brothers, working cattle on her horse, operating farm equipment or weeding the garden. She was in gymkhana, 4H, figure skating, curling and softball to name a few of her extra activities. She was also Lea Park Rodeo Queen in 1986. Her favorite place on earth was the river hills along the North Saskatchewan River on the family farm. Animals were always a part of her life especially her horses and dogs. She had a strong dislike for chickens, turkeys and especially mice! At Lori Ann’s passing she had a faithful dog companion Ella, which she thought the world of. Lori Ann was a special person that will be missed by all who knew her, may she rest in peace. Our hearts are filled with incredible sadness. She was caring, giving, compassionate and supportive to family and friends. We will miss her beautiful smile. Lori Ann leaves to mourn her passing, parents Robert and Arlene Nelson, brothers Vincent (Arlene), Curt (Kristin), nieces Madison, Sydni and nephews Ethan, Ryan and Walker. Lori Ann was predeceased by Grandparents Clarence and Ivy Isert; Grandparents Leonard and Hazel Nelson; and Uncle Bob Isert. In living memory of Lori Ann, a tree will be planted in Calgary in the Ann and Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral homes, Park Memorial of Calgary. A service to celebrate Lori Ann’s life will take place at a later date. Thanks to friends and family for all your support, don’t know what we would have done without you, especially our sons Vince and Curt. Thanks also for flowers, visits, food and phone calls. Thanks to McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes of Calgary. We really appreciate all you have done for us. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cochrane Humane Society or donor’s choice.

AREA NEWS

The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

Trail Network Expansion And New Playground Project

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The trail network expansion and new playground project through the Town of Wainwright has received the green light due in part to an investment of $374,790 from the Government of Canada, through the Canada Community Revitalization Fund (CCRF) and is administered in Alberta by Prairies Economic Development Canada. The project will include 1071 meters of paved trails, 20 solar crosswalks, 20 recycling receptacles, 10 waste/recycling receptacles, eight bike racks, playground equipment and, an upgrade to the Wallace Park Pond. The project will increase trail connectivity within the Town of Wainwright enhancing the accessibility to the Main Street/ downtown core and highway shopping districts, which will assist the businesses that have been adversely affected by the pandemic. It was also stated that trail users

will have easier access to recreational areas throughout the community which will increase the use of the facilities that have had multiple lockdowns that resulted in lost revenues, while additional trails, solar crosswalks, benches, bike racks, waste and recycling receptabcles, a new playground and Wallace Park upgrades will make Wainwright a more attractive community to those looking to relocate. It will also provide newcomers, particularly those without licenses or vehicles an easy way to commute to work thereby adding employment opportunities. “The trail system with the addition of benches, crosswalks, bike racks, a new playground & Wallace Park upgrades provides new ways for the community to connect improving mental health, community involvement, retention of youth and residents & economic growth. We are excited to move forward with this project!” commented Bruce Pugh, Mayor, Town of Wainwright.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

Vermilion Curling Club Hosts Open Bonspiel

came to compete for first place in three events. With a dinner from Mrs. J’s caterFamily Day weekend saw the Vermilion ing on Saturday evening, and raffle prizes Curling Club hosting an Open Bonspiel. up for grabs, the weekend provided curlers Eighteen teams with curlers of all ages with some fun visits and excellent curling to Reporter

A Event Final Teams. Team Swyripa in the back, Team Smith in front.

B Event Final Teams. Team Andrew McCrae in back, Team Westergaard in front.

participate in. Organizer Danielle Eriksen was pleased with the turnout and thankful to the local businesses who sponsored the raffle prizes and also to Cornerstone Co-op for donating

Event Final Teams. Team Doug McCrae in the back, Team DeRoo in front.

snacks for teams on Friday evening. The A Event winning team was the Swyripa Team. The Andrew McCrae Team took the B Event and the C Event Final was won by the Doug McCrae Team.

Thank you to the raffle sponsors. Photos submitted

Lakeland’s Doors Open For Program Info Sessions

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Lakeland College is opening the doors and welcoming guests on campus for Program Info Sessions on March 10 in Lloydminster and March 11 in Vermilion. “At Lakeland, we’ve always prided ourselves on providing a personal, experiential learning opportunity,” says Courtney King, recruitment and enrolment supervisor at Lakeland College. “We are so excited that this year, we

are able to do what we do best at our tors Program Info Sessions – showing future • Have their questions about student students the kind of hands-on, real world support services and financial aid experience they can expect from Lakeanswered land. And the best way to do that is in • Learn about career opportunities person. Whether you are looking to start and how Lakeland prepares graduyour career or take it to the next level, ates for them we’ll show you how at Info Sessions.” • Find out more about Lakeland’s Program Info Sessions is an opportusupportive campus community nity for future students to explore their • Discover hands-on opportunities that chosen programs in depth. On campus, deliver real-world results. they will: Those at tending Program Info • Connect with students and instruc- Sessions will also receive a promo code

to apply for free on campus. RSVP now at lakelandcollege.ca / infosessions. Tour Week Guests can also arrange to visit our Lloydminster and Vermilion campuses for Tour Week, Feb. 22-25. View classroom spaces, talk programs, see our facilities and hear about the services available for students. Applications are free while on campus during Tour Week. Register at lakelandcollege.ca/ plan-visit.

The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

Dawn Hames Columnist

Here is another favour ite easy but unique cake recipe. T h i s o n e i s pret t y and perfect for spring and Easter, but you don’t have to wait until then to enjoy it. It uses basic ingredients, plus a can of sliced peaches. For this recipe, you use the whole can, including the liquid. You can ice the whole cake with a thin butter cream icing or whipped cream, or add dollops of whipped cream on the squares just before serving. For some 1960’s magazine glamour, top

Craig Baird Columnist

Back in 1922, there was no Internet and no television. There were two ways that people heard about the outside world, the newspaper and the radio. Nearly every community had some sort of newspaper, but a century ago, only a few communities had radios within them. Vermilion was one of those lucky communities. On May 18, 1922, it was announced that Vermilion would be placed on the radio map of Alberta. The local Great War Veterans Association stated they were keenly interested in a radio apparatus a few weeks previous and they decided to form a syndicate. This syndicate would purchase a receiving set and they began work to set up the station. Before long, they were receiving

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Peaches And Cream Cake

the dollop of whipped cream with a maraschino cherr y or some sliced p eac hes. T hi s m ad e fro m s c ratc h cake is so easy to make. There is no need to get out a mix master, all you need to do is simply stir it until the flour mixture is absorbed into the wet ingredients. Over mixing will result in a tougher cake. Peaches have lots of health benefits, even canned ones. If fact a study at the University of Oregon, showed that canned peaches have 1.5 times more antioxidants than fresh, they have 4 t im e s m ore v i t am in C an d 10 times more folate. O f ten times canned and frozen fruits and vegetables have more nutrients that store

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peaches and liquid Preheat your oven to 350 degrees. In a mixing bowl combine the flour, sugar, baking powder and salt. Stir t h e dr y in gre d i e nt s to b l e n d. In a small bowl microwave 15 seconds to melt the butter, be sure the butter is warm and not hot and stir in the egg. To the bowl of dry ingredients add the butter mixture, Pour the juice from the canned peaches into the bowl, and then cube the peach slice into smaller pieces. Add the peach cubes. Stir until blended. Do not over stir or you cake will be tough. Pour into an 8 x 8-inch cake pan and bake at 350 degrees for 35 minutes. Cool and ser ve topped with whipped cream.

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broadcasts from all points of Nor th America. The apparatus was installed at the Veterans’ Memorial Hall on Main Street so that the entire community could listen in on concerts and other features within the building. John Selkirk, the local electrician in the town and a veteran of the First World War was given the task of ordering the set and having it installed. He went to Edmonton to view how it was done by going to the Edmonton Journal’s broad casting station. G.R. A . Rice, the radio expert for the newspaper, helped train him in how to install it and get it working. The veterans association was not the only organization interested in getting a radio, but they were the first to act on it. The local fire department decided they wanted to join in on the new trend as well. The Vermilion firefighters planned on

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fresh, because they are picked and processed right away, with little time in-between to lose nutrients. Be forewarned, this cake may not last long, and you will be making it again and again once you try it. This is a nice cake to be served with coffee and tea. It is also great as a after meal dessert, or as part of a breakfast brunch. Peaches and Cream Cake 1 1/4 cup flour 2/3 cup sugar 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup melted butter 1 egg 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 396 ml (14 ounce) can of sliced

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installing a radio set and had received permission to do so at the fire hall. Once they found out that the Great War Veterans Association had ordered a radio set, the firefighters decided to abandon the idea. In all, the cost to install the radio at the hall was estimated to be $500, or

about $7,700 today. 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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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

Spinal Implant Helps Paralyzed People Walk Again

Braxton Hoare Columnist

For all of history those affected by spinal injuries would be subject to life constrained to their wheelchairs. There have been many attempts to allow people affected to regain some of their movement. However, until recently almost all of these ideas have been completely unsuccessful. Finally, a new technique of using an electrical device to boost the brain’s neural signals has succeeded by allowing people to move their legs again. It works by boosting the neural signals along the spine so that they are strong enough to create movement once they pass

Helen Row Toews Columnist

A Country Wave I’d like to draw your attention to a phenomenon seen only in Canad a’s rural areas: the country wave. This simple greeting could make all the difference in someone’s day during our present time of trouble. I refer, of course, to the silent salute shared between the occupants of two vehicles passing, like ships in the night, down a gravel road. (The only observable differences are a cloud of choking dust and a lot of water.) Allow me to explain. We country folk wave at all those we pass. They may be neighbours, or we may never have laid eyes on them before. It makes no difference. It’s a gesture of comradery and acceptance that can’t be

through the damaged nerves. Think of these neural signals like a sound moving through a hallway but the door at the end of the hallway is shut. If you’re trying to tell someone on the other side of the door what you need them to do you will need to be louder. So think of this new device as the megaphone for neural signals. The mastermind behind this new life changing technology, Dr. Courtine knew the device would be at least moderately successful. However the doctor did not expect the neural signals produced by the device to cause the actual nerves at the site of the spinal injury to heal. Further research will be needed in order to find out exactly why this is happening. Although it is a welcomed side effect as patients are actually making a partial recovery. This system is currently not a perfect

solution to paralysis. However, in patients ment again and even be able to keep up whose paralysis is due to spinal injury or with their peers in a on foot race. nerve damage it can help to make significant improvements. In its current version this device is helping patients move their legs, however not unassisted. Though this will likely change over time as the technology becomes better researched and the patients regain more leg strength. Current patients of this device have been able to walk for about 3 hours with a walker, when previously not being able to move a single muscle in their legs. While there is still more work to be done, many people will be more than happy with the results the team has already been able to achieve. Of course it is exciting to see how much this technology will improve over the next few years. Maybe someday people will be able to regain full move- File photo

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found anywhere else but down a country road in our great land. Of course, this is not to be confused with the courtesy wave, which is a brief signal of gratitude to a fellow motorist who has shown consideration on the road. Or an apology wave made after some dumb manoeuver, like cutting another vehicle off. The latter is usually accompanied by a guilty grin, a slight shrug, or a decided averting of the eyes. Certainly, it’s not the flirtatious wave; randomly wiggling all fingers at shoulder level, almost exclusively used by women with effective results. Nor the regal wave popularized by the Queen in which the hand is cupped and moved slowly to and fro at a steady, measured pace. This signifies good breeding and restraint. You’ll never catch the Queen flapping her arm like some nut to seize the attention of a friend across the street.

We’ve all seen or been a part of the brotherhood wave between truck drivers and motorcyclists. This isn’t what I’m speaking of either, although it’s getting closer. This wave is exclusive. Only those belonging to either group are included in the signal. It’s more a sign of professional respect between those who understand the inherent difficulties of a job or a collective love for a mode of transportation representing freedom and nonconformity. No, the country wave can be described in this short tale. When I was a child, our family often went for a Sunday drive. We’d ramble through the Saskatchewan countryside wherever the wind blew us, enjoying a rippling field of grain or lush green pastures dotted with cattle. Unfailingly, my father would lift a hand of acknowledgment to each passing motorist, as they did in turn. Wondering how

the heck my father could know everyone in a 100-mile radius, I recall questioning him on it one afternoon, miles from home. “It’s just what country folks do,” he responded, smiling down at me from beneath his worn brown Stetson. I don’t suppose he’d given it much thought, as may be the case with us all. However, if you consider it, this simple expression of friendship assures us we do not stand alone. For better or worse, we’re all in this together and share in the common bonds of community and solidarity found in folks living close to the earth. It’s a silent communication guaranteeing help should the need arise. People in the country pull together in tough times and rejoice together in good, but right now, it doesn’t matter where you live; we all need to pull together. Go ahead and wave.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

Snowmobile Drag Races

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

T h e Ver m ili o n R i d g e R i d er s Snowmobile Club hosted their 3rd Annual Snowmobile Drag Races in c o nju c t i o n wit h Str aig ht line Snowmobile Racing Associate at the Vermilion Airport on February 19. Six t y- five racers from all over Alberta and as far away as Ontario brought 82 machines and enjoyed the day of racing excitement. Straightline Snowmobile Racing Associate (SSRA) ran the sanc tioned races with c lasses for professionals and amateurs. T h e eve n t wa s fa m i l y- fr i e n d l y

with racers of all ages and cash prizes were awarded to the finalist. Ve r m i l i o n R i d g e R i d e r s Co-vice president, Devin Snelgrove said, “There was a b r o a d a r r ay o f s n o w m o b i l e s that attended, everything from a 120 cc kids sled to $50,0 0 0 purpose built mod sleds. We’re thrilled with the outcome, with the help from our sponsors Lethal Motor Sports, Canadian Diesel Online, GIT-R- DONE Trucking and Snelgrove Construction Ltd. as well as the Town of Vermilion for the location and Alberta Parks for the groomer!” Snowmobile racers take off from the starting line. Photos Lorna Hamilton

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

Pink Day - A Symbol Of Kindness

Lorna Hamilton Editor

Over the past t wo years, we have seen the wor ld and our community struggle with COVID. We have seen us all go from a community united to a community of division due to vaccine and COVID mandated restrictions. In the beginning, many posts were about being in this together, it was a united front, well wishes were sent, words of encouragement were sent, notes of togetherness were sent, meals and

lunches were often donated to frontline workers, etc. It was a time when kindness and togetherness were at the forefront of our minds and implemented in our lives daily. I’m not exactly sure when the tides changed but they did, soon there were personal attacks on each other on Facebook and other social media platforms if one didn’t agree with another’s views. The anti-vaxxers, pro-vaxxers, pro-mandate, anti-mandate believers began to tear at each other with hateful and demeaning words constantly, and to this day almost two and a half years later it seems like it will never stop, no matter what happens

in the world around us. I think COVID has torn our solidarity apart (what is happening with the trucker protest the last few days is a perfect example) and I hope that when it is all lifted and we are supposed to learn to live with COVID it will provide us all an opportunity to revert to the normal Canadian way! Canadians have always been known for their kindness, politeness, and our ability to live as a peaceful nation and I fear the unkindness and division have become so ingrained we will never find our way back! So, I put forth this challenge to our communities- I challenge everyone to not let our differences of opinion tear us

apart (simply agree to disagree). I challenge everyone to remove the hateful and demeaning words from our vocabulary. I challenge everyone to take the symbol of Pink Day, which is kindness and implement it into their everyday lives, not just on Pink Day, (resist the urge to be a keyboard warrior.) Let us show the world that COVID has not beaten us, let us show the world that Canadians are still a bunch of funloving, polite, kind, caring, non-fighting people we have always been known for, and let us be proud of who we were once known for and who we can be again, just love thy neighbour.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

How To Educate Your Kids About Bullying

It’s important to teach your children about bullying. Here are three tips for starting the conversation at home. Teach them to identify it Bullying can take many dif ferent forms. Ensure your children understand that mistreating someone is wrong and can have serious consequences at home, school and in their c o m munit y. If your c hil dre n l ear n about bullying, they’ll be able to identify the behaviour and unders tand if it ’s happening to them or someone else. Talk about it openly and often The more you talk to your children about bullying, the more likely they’ll

tell you if they see or experience the behaviour in action. For example, if your children witness bullying on a TV show, use it as an opportunity to discuss what bullying is and why it’s wrong. Be a good role model Children will imitate the behaviour you model. Show your kids how to treat people with kindness and respect by doing so yourself. In addition, be sure to speak up if others are being mistreated and demonstrate empathy for those who are different. It’s never too early to start teaching your children about how to be kind and speak out against bullying. File photo

The Legal Consequences Of Cyberbullying

Cyberbullying is more than just hurtful. In fact, many types of online harassment are considered illegal and can lead to criminal prosecution. For starters, as of March 2015, the Criminal Code of Canada specifically states that anyone convicted of distributing intimate images without consent could face serious legal consequences, including: • Going to prison for up to five years • Having their computer, phone or other devices seized

Submitted Remember what kindness feels like? Town of Vermilion Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) encourages you to spread some kindness during the month

• Paying the victim’s costs to have the image removed from the internet Furthermore, it’s possible for bullying to cross the line into criminal conduct. Cyberbullying might lead to breaking the law if it involves criminal harassment, making threats, ex tor tion or defamatory libel, among other things. How to report cyberbullying If you or someone you know is the victim of cyberbullying, it’s important to know that you can report:

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with them. When we are stressed, we can forget the simple things like saying please and thank you and saying words of encouragement to others as well as to ourselves. The little kind things such as calling or texting someone to catch-up with them can make a big difference in someone’s day. February 23 is Pink Shirt day – a day that started in 2007 with Canadian students who cared about including a peer in their school. Let’s be mindful of how we respond to others and fan the flame of kindness in our community. We want to collect some stories about the kindness you have seen in our community, kindness you’ve experienced, or delivered to others. Please send your stories to fcss@vermilion.ca. Kindness helps to connect us and build

relationships. We have “Who is My Neighbour?” postcards available at no cost at the Town Hall as a tool to help you introduce yourself and become more connected with your neighbours. FCSS supports preventive social initiatives that enhance the well-being of our community. Our vision is for a progressive, vibrant, and connected community. FCSS Advisory Committee Members for the Town of Vermilion include Darla Yonkman, Lori-Ann Stenhouse, Leslie Bensch, Valerie Richards, Elizabeth Metcalfe, Maren Abuzukar (youth), Derek Collins, and Mayor Greg Throndson. Carol Coleman, FCSS (Family & Community Support Services) Coordinator, Town of Vermilion

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

How To Stand Up To Workplace Bullies

Bullying in the workplace isn’t always overt. In some cases, it may involve being tasked with an unreasonable amount of work or not being given fair access to opportunities for promotion.

In fact, workplace bullying may not even occur face to face. It could take place on social media or via email, text message, phone call or letter. If you’re being bullied by a co-worker,

the first thing you should do is try to address the situation. Make sure to firmly let the bully know how their actions are making you feel, and ask them to stop. If this doesn’t work, compile evidence you can present to your manager. Save all email threads and text messages, and keep a log of all incidences of bullying, including the dates, times, locations and names of anyone who witnesses your co-worker bullying you. If your manager can’t help diffuse the situation, it may be time to file a formal complaint. To do so, you should first

find out if there are any workplace policies or procedures in place to report bullying. If so, follow them. There may also be designated repres entatives in your human resources department who are trained to deal with these types of issues. On a personal level, remember to not take bullying personally. If someone harasses you, it says more about them than it does about you. Try not to dwell on the situation, get support if you need it and remember to look after your mental health. February 23, 2022

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

A Special Thank You To Vermilion Elementary Staff

Dawn Riley

and posted their gratitude on the school’s their gratitude to our School Council, famiFacebook page. “The staff of Vermilion lies and the community of Vermilion for your Vermilion Elementary Parent Council Elementary School would like to express support and the lunch today. As a pay it wanted to do something special for the staff at the school to thank them for everything they do. Parent Council Chair Danielle Eriksen began thinking of ways to acknowledge all the perseverance and work the staff do to ensure that their students are taken care of and getting every opportunity to Be The Best They Can Be. It was decided that lunch would be a nice way to show the staff that they are appreciated by their school community. Council appealed to the community for help in purchasing the lunches, donations of $15 were asked for to cover the costs. Long before lunch was served on February 16, the council raised over $500 to provide a hot lunch, a drink and a chocolate treat to 29 of the staff members. The staff were very thankful for the lunch, Lunch from Boston Pizza ready for the staff. Photos Dawn Riley Reporter

forward and a way to continue the kindness, the staff will be donating money to the Vermilion Food Bank”.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

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Yvonne Hynek continues to live her tummy makes learning, and life in general, a lot easier! Thank you Mrs. Hynek! Catholic Faith by making another generous On February 10th donation to our school’s Feed the Hungry and 11th, French 20 and program. Everyone can appreciate that a full 30 students organized an exciting winter carnival event for students in grades 1-8. When asked about their project, students explained that “Le Carnaval d’hiver is a Quebec tradition that encourages people to have fun and come together as a community. The celebration lasts about 17 days and includes many winter activities. In honour of this event, the French 20/30 class hosted a sculpture building contest. It was a friendly competition in which classmates had to work together to create a Junior high students at St. Jerome’s enjoyed unique sculpture of their choice. We hope an afternoon Valentine’s Day dance on to continue this tradition as it allowed the February 14. The timing was great because Spartans to showcase their creativity!” The it also happened to be Formal Day so Grade One students in Ms. Svenungard’s class worked together to design and construct a globe snow sculpture for a winter carnival organized by French 20 & 30 students at St. teams were provided with tools and armed everyone came looking their best! Photos Submitted Jerome’s. They loved the part at the end when they got to add the blue and green colours. with coloured water in spray bottles. The teams (classes) were competing for a pizza party! The grade 8 class won the sculpting competition with their beautiful sea turtle BE-RICH FARM LTD and underwater display. Second place went to grade 4D who won for their minion snow sculpture. Ms. Svenungard’s grade one class had a blast working together to build Thursday, February 24 @ 9:00 am their giant globe snow sculpture. Overall, it For more info or bookings call: All breeds Presort Internet Calf Sale was a great event. Thank you very much to Wayne Woodman 306-821-6310 Miss. Hebert, the French 20 & 30 students, Regular Butcher Cow & Bull Sale To Follow Kyle Soderberg 306-883-7374 and classroom teachers and staff that Jim Pulyk 780-787-0646 CELEBR ATING 51 YEARS !!! worked hard to support this event. Thursday, March 3 @ 9:00 am Brent Brooks 306-240-5340 Love was in the air this past week at St. FOR SALE BY PRIVATE TREATY Brian Romanowicz 780-207-0290 (Bonnyville Area) All breeds Presort Internet Calf Sale Jerome’s! Many students and staff particiBob Foxwell 780-842-0410 (Wainwright) *Yearling & 2 year old pated in Formal Day and made sure they Regular Butcher Cow & Bull Sale To Follow Ryan Noble 306-839-7949 virgin bulls were looking their best on Valentine’s Day. Blair Jackson 780-853-0069 (Innisfree & Two Hills area) *Whites, Tans, Horned & Polled Elementary age Spartans enjoyed classTuesday, March 8 @ 1:00 pm Brody Brooks 306-240-6504(St. Walburg/Loon *Performance Data Available room Halloween parties, filled with games, Lake/Edam area) Westgold Bull Sale & *Semen tested card exchanges, and delicious snacks! Cory Harvie 306-821-6352 (Marwayne, Kitscoty Many older Spartans participated in “Crush David Mohr's replacement heifer sale The Smiths & Heinsberg) for a Crush” by purchasing a Crush soda Main Office 306-825-8831 for their admirer. Junior High Spartans may R.R.#2 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 have been the luckiest of all! They got to Brent 846-2495 & 306-825-8831 WWW.NORTHERNLIVESTOCKSALES.CA enjoy an afternoon school dance, DJed by LIVE AUCTIONS AT WWW.DLMS.CA Bev 780-846-2643 Division of Northern Livestock Sales Lloydminster, Meadow Lake & Prince Albert none other than Mr. Lewin. What a blast! Submitted

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

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The Vermilion Voice | February 22, 2022

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Trooper is a 5-month-old loving, playful and slightly unique pup that came into the shelter at about 1 month old and hypothermic and extremely malnourished. Our community really pulled through for him and donated to help make him happy and healthy again. Trooper went through so much in his short life but now he is ready to take on the world. He had really weak front legs and had to have them taped for a couple months, and not he just runs with a little bit of a hop. We anticipate that in the future that he will unfortunately have to deal with arthritis so he will need a home that is ready for anything and willing to spoil him, just like he deserves. If you think your home is the right home for Trooper, then be sure to send in an Adoption Application for him on our Website or you can book an appointment to meet Trooper and fill out an application in person. We, and Trooper, hope to see you soon!

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