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Vermilion Tim Team Hortons Donates To Medals KidSportHome JR Robson Curling Takes Bronze

From left, Peyton DeRoo, Kolten Sheppard, Ethan Ward, and Korey Hemauer. Photo Submitted

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12 to 1, with the game called at the end came home with Bronze.

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The JR Robson Boys high school curling team took full advantage of their Lorna Hamilton chance Reporter to participate in the Alberta School Athletic (ASAA) Vermilion TimAssociation’s Hortons owner Greg provincial curling tournament past Whitney along with manager this Rommel weekend M a n d o cind oLethbridge. c p r e s e nte d K i d S p o r tThe boysrepresentative played strong Derek from the start Vermilion Young at the first game on March 3, winning

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The Vermilion Voice | March 8, 2022

Mannville Indoor Vintage Flea Market

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Jill Conner opened the Mannville Indoor Vintage Flea Market in Mannville on November 3, 2021, and is located at 4611 47A Avenue in Mannville next to Bull Dog. Conners said she has a variety of items from Pyrex, milk glass, vintage bikes, vintage license plates, children’s clothing and everything in between. Conners store also has other vendors

Mrs. Edna Oldenburg had the opportunity to celebrate her 101st birthday on February 27 Photo submitted

such as Happy Hens Eggs, and Get Mugged etc. “Coming this spring vendors are welcome for fruit and veggie, food trucks and anybody wanting to make an extra income. We are hoping to fill the outdoor parking lot with children’s activities,” said Conner. Conner states that if you are a home based vendor you are welcome to contact her at 403-679-9958 to discuss featuring your items at her location.

A sample of the items at the store. Photo submitted

WEED & PEST INSPECTORS (3 SUMMER STUDENT POSITIONS) The County of Vermilion River is seeking three (3) highly motivated individuals to join our safety-oriented team as Weed & Pest Inspectors. Join our Agriculture team for the summer and be part of a fun and energetic team focused on improving agriculture sustainability! The Weed & Pest Inspectors will help with vegetation management through inspections and control as an Alberta Pesticide Authorized Assistant (training options available). This position is based out of Kitscoty, Alberta.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS  Must be enrolled in and returning to post-secondary education in agriculture, environment or related field and have an agricultural background  Familiarity with general cropping practices in our region and ability to identify a wide range of weeds and crops  Professional manner with ability to communicate effectively  Ability to do manual labour, work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift to 20kg  Have a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver’s License and acceptable Driver’s Abstract  Hold or be able to obtain an Alberta Pesticides Authorized Assistant Certificate KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  Conduct Vegetation Management through identification, control and managing prohibited and noxious weeds  Control weed infestation through herbicide application, manual and mechanical weed control  Assist in Agriculture Pest Surveillance for inspects and diseases including: clubroot inspections, Bertha armyworm counts and grasshopper surveys  Assist with the Agriculture Plastic recycling programs  Support for Agriculture Sustainability programs when needed. This includes ALUS, wetlands, and environmental conservation programs This position will tentatively start on May 2, 2022 and conclude on September 2, 2022 (these dates are subject to change). A competitive wage is available. The successful candidates will be required to provide a criminal record check and drivers abstract. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Applications clearly marked: “CONFIDENTIAL – WEED & PEST INSPECTOR” can be submitted by March 11, 2022 to: Human Resources Manager, County of Vermilion River 4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 Email: hr@county24.com Fax: 780.846.2716

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The Vermilion Voice | March 8, 2022

Dawn Riley Reporter

St. Jerome’s Supports Polio Eradication With Purple Pinkies

On February 24, St. Jerome’s School students and staff were visited by the Vermilion Rotary Club to raise awareness of the fight to end Polio worldwide. Rotarians visited the school and dyed the students fingers purple with the same Gentian Violet dye used by Rotary International to mark children after they have been immunized from Polio. The dye stays visible for a couple of days, promoting awareness of the students' support of

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children’s health worldwide. Unable to hold this yearly event in 2021 due to COVID, it was a great pleasure for Rotarians to be able to get back out into the community to promote this worldwide initiative. Many of the students remembered participating in previous years and were enthusiastic about being able to be a part of it. The Rotary club would like to thank all the staff and students at St. Jerome’s for their continued support of this important Students showing off their purple pinkies. cause.

Former Rotary Exchange Student Colton Wynnychuk dying a student’s pinkie. Photos submitted

Perfectly Mentionables Celebrates Grand Opening

for the Town of Vermilion. Specializing in women’s bras and underwear, Diep W i t h t h e o p e n i n g o f h e r s t o r e also provides a service that for many Perfectly Mentionables on Main Street, years women in the area have had to Darcy Diep has filled an economic gap travel to other municipalities to access. Reporter

Diep and her staff have been extensively trained in how to provide women with a proper fitting bra, something that any woman knows is a necessity to help encourage better posture and bac k strength. F r o m March 3 to 5, the

store held their Grand Opening Event, not only celebrating themselves, but promoting other businesses in Vermilion as well. By producing receipts from other businesses, Diep was offering discounts on a purchase in the store. As well, customers could bring in pictures of themselves at Vermilion monuments or as a baby in Vermilion to receive a discount.

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From left, Mary Lee Prior Economic and Development Coordinator, Councillor Paul Conlon, Deputy Mayor Kevin Martin, Owner Darcy Diep, Councillor Rob Pulyk, Councillor Robert Snow, and Councillor Kirby Whitlock. Photo submitted

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The Vermilion Voice | March 8, 2022

Community Support For Ukraine

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

With the military invasion on the Ukraine from Russian President Putin, Vermilion residents gathered for a vigil to show their support and solidarity for the people of the country on the evening of March 2, in the Legion parking lot. Approximately 70 people attended the event and prayers for the people of Ukraine were spoken and

participants shared stories and memories of family and friends. Homeowners in Vermilion are also showing their support for the war torn country by displaying blue and yellow lights on the outside of their houses. Russia launched its large-scale military assualt on February 24, as of Monday the United Nations has recorded at least 752 civilian casualties so far across Ukraine.

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the final round. “ The boys had a great year! We haven’t made it to the second round of playoffs since 2009! WELL DONE BOYS!,” stated the Vermilion JR B Tigers Facebook page. The Tigers would like to send out special thanks to all their sponsors throughout the year as their season wouldn’t have been possible without their support. “Our team parents also deser ve thanks. You’ve made our season the BEST by volunteering your time. And last but NOT LEAST…Thank you to our FANS! We haven’t filled the stands like that for a long, long time! Our team will be back next season stronger than ever!” stated the site.

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Dawn Hames Columnist

Banana muffins and banana bread are a great way to use up overripe bananas. If you don’t have time to use up overripe b anana s, yo u c an simply toss them in the freezer, skin on, to be unthawed, peeled and used later for baking. Bananas have different benefits depending on their degree of ripeness. Bananas, especially a little on the green side, contain natural prebiotics that help us absorb nutrients, such as calcium, by producing digestive enzymes. Bananas are high in pectin fiber and aid in movement through the digestive system. Bananas are a good source of vitamin B6, vitamin C and potassium. A four-year research study has shown that the high potassium content found in foods such

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as bananas help reduce blood pressure and the risk of stroke. The inside of the banana skin, or a ripe banana can be rubbed on dry skin, let dry and then washed off for a softening and hydrating home spa moisturizing treatment. Eating very ripe bananas, those with a few brown spots, is a good remedy to help prevent heartburn, naturally. Both very ripe and over ripe bananas can be used for baking with great results. If you are buying organic bananas, then you can wash and blend the whole very ripe banana (with the top and bottom cut off) for smoothies or baking. It turns out that the brown spots on the banana skin contain Tumor Narcosis Factor, which combats cancer cells. A banana and a dairy product, such as a banana cream pie are a good combination to eat together for increased protection from ulcers and increased calcium absorption. Bananas and milk both naturally

contain tryptophan, which the body can convert to the feel-good compound serotonin. Combine them both for more feelgood hormones, such as bananas and milk, banana smoothie, bananas and ice cream, etc. After a long couple of years, eating bananas makes goods sense for both our mental and physical health. If you love chocolate, feel free to stir in 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips for a Banana Chocolate Chip Muffin. Banana Muffins 2 cups flour 2 teaspoons baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup butter (room temperature) 1 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon vanilla 1/2 cup milk 3 overripe bananas, mashed Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Into a bowl add the flour baking powder and

salt, stir to blend. In a separate bowl beat the sugar into the butter until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, banana and vanilla to the butter mixture and beat until well blended. To this bowl add by thirds the flour mixture and milk beating until just blended. Spoon into paper-lined muffin tins. Makes 12 muffins. Bake at 375 degrees for 30 minutes.

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Oil Booming In Vermilion

Craig Baird Columnist

During the Second World War, it was a tough time for many families as their loved ones were off fighting overseas. There was some good news for the area though, and it came from the huge oil producing potential of the land. The Canadian Nor thern Railway controlled about 620 acres in the area of Vermilion and its subsidiary Cannar Oils Limited was doing good business. By October of 1943, a total of 20 wells had been drilled in the area, with another 50 planned. Half of the wells that had already been drilled were producing

350 barrels a day. This made the area one of the top oil producing areas of the entire provinces. This was four years before Leduc #1 would erupt with an oil strike, starting the massive oil boom that would last decades for Canada. The abundance of oil in the area was also attracting other companies including the creation of the Vermilion Refinery Company. The Vermilion oilfield was known in oil circles as a shallow field and its oilproducing sands were located between 1,800 to 1,900 feet below the ground. J.W. Penney, the manager of Cannar Oils had worked in South America and with his years of experience he saw Vermilion

as a place ready to boom with oil. Chairman R.C. Vaughn would say quote: “ We are opening the wells as a war time measure of prec aution to secure an adequate supply and reserve of fuel oil for the railway’s western services.” It wasn’t just oil that was booming in Vermilion at this time though. Apiarists were also doing very well. Vermilion farmers were jumping on the bee bandwagon and District Agriculturalist E.H. Buckingham was busy handing out package bees to farmers, providing enough for 71 hives in the area. The high price for honey due to war time rationing had many farm -

ers looking to make some money off the relatively new industry in the area. Barney Klashinsky was the one of the largest beekeepers in the area with seven hives, while A.G. Sinclair, the CNR agent for Vermilion, had 32 hives along the river bank. It is likely many in Vermilion were licking their lips thinking of the abundance of honey that would be available in 1944. Contact Craig at craig@canadaehx. com Support Craig by donating at https:// www.buymeacoffee.com/craigU Listen to his podcasts Canadian History Ehx, Canada’s Great War, From John to Justin & Pucks and Cups on all podcast platforms.

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Major Security Flaw Of The Ford F-150

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With newer vehicles comes fancier and newer technol o g i c a l ad va n c e ment. These new vehicles often feature easier ways for unlocking. Although this new technology adds a lot to the user experience of these vehicles, but it can also bring in new vulnerabilities. Recently in Edmonton, Alberta more

Helen Row Toews Columnist

The Vermilion Voice | March 8, 2022

D rive - t hrough wonders? Perhaps the wordplay started in the 70s when the English Leather Company created soap on a rope. It was founded on the belief that soap, left to its own devices in a dish, would become a slimy soup of sludge. They weren’t wrong. For a time, the abilit y to hang soap on a rope in your shower became quite popular. While, to begin with, it was brown, oval and aimed primarily at men who enjoyed its pleasing “masculine fragrance” it soon took on other forms. There were fruit shapes, cartoon characters, barnyard animals and even one created in the likeness of the Pope. Get it? Pope soap on a rope. (That version wasn’t too popular.) Anyway, I’ve often thought of this soap over the last two

than a dozen Ford F-150 vehicles were stolen. This on its own would not be considered anything out of the ordinary, however, when considering how these crimes took place, it is a very different story. It appears that the vehicles were able to be stolen in just two days using a new security breach. These criminals can take advantage of the vehicle's new keyless start systems by collecting the signal created by the key fob at start. The Criminals can then mimic this signal and use it to later unlock and start the vehicles causing

a major security concern for any F-150 owner, as anyone who is both capable and willing to steal these trucks can. Unfortunately, this method isn't the only security breach possible with this Ford truck. Another tactic popular with tech-savvy criminals involves using a device to hijack into the onboard diagnostics port on the vehicle. Once they have access to this port it only takes a few minutes for the thieves to reprogram the vehicle to think it has been assigned to a new key; a key that the hackers already have access to.

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years when other, similar combinations were created thanks to the drivethrough. Enter, debit-on-a-stick and vaccinethrough-a-window. (Closely followed by bird-on-a-bale, spider-on-a-string and cat-on-a-cabin. Actually, these last three were born of my own observations and didn’t hit mainstream media. I recall the first time I pulled up to a drive-through window to pay for my food during the height of the pandemic. A young attendant lurked in a shadowy area near the drink machine, wearing an obligatory mask and mumbling something incoherent about cash. I waved my debit card in the air. Without changing expression, or affording me any sort of warning, he promptly thrust a hockey stick through my open window, an ATM machine strapped to one end with duct tape. It almost took my eye out! T h i s s am e pr o c e d ure h a s b e e n repeated at various businesses and soon became a commonplace manoeu-

vre, although the stick portion of the apparatus has taken on many forms. I’ve had people ram a tennis racket, broom handle and the spindle off an old chair into my car, all to collect payment. The methods might be a little outlandish, but I guess you can’t argue with success. I don’t have much to say about drivethrough vaccines. I suppose it’s no different than all the other times we pull up to a drive-through window to receive some service or other. However, it’s quite rare in Europe. In fact, I was once in France when a new Burger King was opened. People lined up for blocks to try out this unusual form of receiving food: the drive-through window—cool man. Are you aware of all the amenities available to us from the comfort of our car? I haven’t used a pharmacy drivethrough but it seems like a great idea, especially for people that have mobility issues. However, what about a drivethrough liquor market? The merit of this one seems a bit harder to detect. Fork-

Unfortunately, this type of hack is possible not only on Ford F-150’s. There are a few other vehicles that could fall victim to the same security breach. Because of this it is recommended that if possible keep your vehicles locked up in a secure garage. Another alternative is investing in a steering wheel lock to deter the criminals from proceeding with any plans. Hopefully, car manufacturers will be working on a solution to this detrimental flaw, but in the meantime at least these criminals seem to be somewhat limited to targeting the F-150.

ing a two cases of beer and a bottle of vodka into someone’s car as they idle down a darkened lane beside the store seems a bit—controversial. I’ve heard of drive -thru wedding chapels such as the famous “Tunnel of Love” in Vegas. I suppose if the mood hits you and you’re short on cash it’s an option, but I can’t help hearing my dear mother-in-law Lois say, with a sorrowful shake of her head, “Marry in haste, repent at leisure.” Sage advice. No matter how you look at it, catch phrases and the ubiquitous drive through window are subject to change, but please, the hockey stick has got to go. Helen lives on the family farm near Marshall, Saskatchewan, where she works as an author, columnist, and in education. Find her online at helentoews.com. There, you can learn more about her humorous Prairie Wool Books, or newly released fantasy series, Runestaff Chronicles.

MVA Roll Over

On March 7, with the wind blowing snow across roads, it made for poor travel conditions. At approximately 7:50 a.m. the tones went off for an SUV roll over in the meridian approximately 3 miles west of Vermilion. At press time no details were available. Photo Sue Chikie

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The Vermilion Voice | March 8, 2022

Vermilion Skating Club Visits Las Vegas At Carnival

Dawn Riley Reporter

If you were at the Vermilion Arena on the evening of March 4, chances are you had a hard time finding a parking spot. The Vermilion Skating Club took a couple of hundred of their closest family and friends on a whirlwind trip to Fabulous Las Vegas with this year’s skating carnival. Skaters of all ages showcased their skills on the ice with dazzling costumes and wonderful routines to a wide range

of music from Frank Sinatra to Elvis Presley and Michael Jackson. With guest skaters from Edmonton and Lloydminster also performing, the carnival let the skaters show off the hard work they have put in this season. Skating Club President Brooke Wasylishen is very proud and thankful of all the hard work and dedication of the skaters, their families and the coaches for making the carnival a success, “It is great to see so many people here supporting the skaters” she stated.

18th Annual Cutter Rally

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Lloydminster Exhibition Centre along with the Alberta Carriage Driving Association-East-West Chapter held the 18th Annual Cutter Rally to raise funds for local cancer patients, on February 26. Participants in the event were eligible to win the grand prize, which was a brand new two-seater sleigh, or the winner could decide not to take the sleigh and he/she could choose to take the harness package valued at $2500 or take the cash prize of $2000. The grand prize winner for this year’s event was Atleigh Burzinski and she chose to take the $2000

cash. The event drew in 29 Teamsters, 28 Passengers, 16 Horseback Riders and 129 Ghosthands. Event organizer Della Wist said, “The day was very pleasant weather-wise, it was quite mild and warm. The atmosphere at the supper was awesome – people were mixing and visiting and just seemed to be glad to be able to meet up with their friends again. Kurt Price and Heather Klages were our MC’s for the night and the people absolutely loved them.” The Cutter Rally has raised in excess of $120,000 over the past 18 years and this years total amount raised has yet to be released.

The Canskate Treasure Island Hotel Pirates take to the ice.

Elvis and his Advanced Canskate girls showing off their skills. Photos Dawn Riley

A Cutter Rally participant rolling the dice. Photo submitted

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • A knowledge and understanding of legislative regulations and requirements for Alberta waste transfer stations • Accounting skills and proven expertise at managing daily key financial tasks, such as, but not limited to—accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliation, invoicing, year-end accounting • Budgeting skills • Advanced computer skills and a knowledge of accounting and payroll software • Knowledge of operational and capital procurement and tendering practices • Ability to organize and accurately record meetings and other group discussions • Advanced supervisory skills • Problem solving skills • Ability to work independently • Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal • Demonstrated organizational skills • Demonstrated supervisory skills

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The Vermilion Voice | March 8, 2022

Royal Purple Vermilion Lodge #108 73 Years Of Tradition

Dawn Riley Reporter

For decades the Elk’s Hall on 49 Ave was the home of the Order Of The Royal Purple Lodge #108. For over 70 years the ladies of the Royal Purple served the residents of the Vermilion area through fundraising, teas, catering, hosting children’s Christmas parties, and supporting town organizations such as the food bank, Santa’s Anonymous, Friends of the Vermilion Health Care, Vermilion and District Housing for Assisted Living and the school’s hot lunch programs. Formed in 1947 after Fay Park and Marjorie Logan attended the Elk’s Convention with their husband’s in Vancouver and learned about The Royal Purple. These two ladies came home and recruited 35 other women to join the worthwhile cause, and on November 18, 1947, Lodge #108 was instated. In 1997 at their 50 year celebra-

tion founding members Beth Walsh and Fay Park recalled that they really did not know what the Order was about and what the protocols were, but managed to figure it out all together with some laughs along the way. The Elk’s were very supportive of the Lodge, and not only helped financially but also joined them in hosting events, bringing the community together with a yearly carnival and some catering functions. Dues for membership were $1.50 when the group came together, and when the Lodge disbanded in 2020, dues were $60 a year. For many years the going rate to have the Royal Purple cater your event was $1 for a roast beef dinner with homemade pies. Apparantly when the ladies had to raise the price to $1.50, there was some grumbling among the community and Lodge members. Protocol and tradition were (and still

From left front row, Joan Hall, Pat Shimko, Susan Long, Barbara Schmidt, Helen King. From left back row, Jan Eriksen, Judy Sivam, Yvonne McGinnis, Carol Beecroft, Marsha Rozka. The Royal Purple Ladies 2010.

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are) an important component of the Royal Purple Society, and there are many different roles that members could fill while they were Royal Purple ladies. Honoured Royal Lady, Associate Royal Lady, Loyal Lady, Conductress, Chaplin, Secretary, Treasurer, Historian, Pianist, Outer Guard, Inner Guard and three Trustee’s comprise the Officers of the Lodge and all had important roles to fill both at the monthly meetings and in supporting the fellowship of Lodge members. Conductress’ were responsible for member induction, and hosting/introducing guests to the lodge. Chaplin’s said the prayers, and would visit ill Lodge members to support them. Outer Guard Lady’s were responsible for making sure protocol was observed, so they were responsible for locking the door when the meeting started, and enforced the password protocol that latecomers had to follow. Every lodge

also has a Historian, a lady responsible for putting the year together in a scrapbook, containing the names and roles of members and highlighting the year’s activities, while also honouring any members who passed away through the year. These scrapbooks are incredible journals of the Lodge’s great work in the communty and comradare that the Royal Purple ladies share amongst themselves. The Vermilion Royal Purple unfortunately folded in December of 2020, but the last members still cherish the time they spent together. In a short two hour interview, Carol Beecroft and Jan Eriksen provided wonderful memories and stories of some incredible local ladies who served their community selflessly. The enjoyment they experienced of being Royal Purple ladies was evident in their laughs, smiles and enthusiam to share their fond memories of their time as members of Lodge #108.

From left, Edith Waldenberger, Beth Walsh, Fay Park, Evelyn Carroll, Edna Battorff, Marj Tilelt, Dora Caron, Marj Logan, Muriel Bell, Lil Smith. The Founding Members at the 25th Anniversary in 1972. Photos Submitted

Lakeland Rowing Club Competes Virtually

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With the c hang es in the COVID health guidelines in Alberta, the Lakeland Rowing Club was going to be able to compete at the Alberta Indoor Rowing Championships in person in Blackfalds on March 5. Unfortunately, a dump of snow on March 4 causing highway mayhem throughout the region changed those plans, and the

club determined staying home and competing virtually was a more reasonable idea. While rowing this way meant that the participants would not qualify for the medals at the competition, it did still give rowers the chance to test their training and compare their times with other racers in their categories. Six rowers participated, competing in the Open Women, Novice Senior Men and

Women, the Open Senior Men, Lightweight Senior Men (all 2 km races) and the Master’s Men (1000 metres) categories. Lightweight Senior Men competitor Caleb Rees will be using his time to put towards trying out for the Alberta Provincial Summer Games Team, as he reaches for a goal of participating in this year's Canada Summer Games in St. Catherine’s Ontario.

Caleb Rees preparing to row 2 km. Photo Dawn Riley

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Volunteer Income Tax Program Is Back

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Lakeland Offers Innovative New Approach To Agribusiness

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(Vermilion, Alta.) Starting this fall, Lakeland College will offer a re-imagined agribusiness program, one which has been updated to reflect the evolving world of business and agriculture. “The world of agribusiness is constantly changing with many new and exciting opportunities presenting themselves,” says Geoff Brown, dean of the School of Agricultural Sciences. “We are always working with our advisory boards to ensure that our curriculum and programs are providing our students with the latest education, one which sets them up for success in whichever sector they enter after graduating from Lakeland.” The newly designed program will begin with a common first semester, after which students will have the option of choosing one of five specialties: production, marketing, agri-food and tourism, sustainability or finance. Previously, the agribusiness program only offered three focusses: livestock, crops or marketing. By adding the three addi-

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tional streams, students will dive deeper into an area they are passionate about and graduate as well-rounded professionals equipped for diverse work environments. In production, they will expand their agribusiness knowledge in crop, livestock or mixed farm production, while marketing will give students experience in product, price, placement and promotion. Agri-food and tourism will allow students to develop business ideas using agricultural products in innovative ways. Sustainability will centre on managing economic, social and environmental pillars to leverage long-term success, while the finance stream will have an increased focus on business and financial management. “Our re-imagined agribusiness program will continue to challenge our traditional students who have a solid agricultural background, but will also appeal to students who have never considered a career in agriculture before. The new agribusiness streams go beyond primarily production, highlighting career opportunities across the

agriculture supply chain,” Brown says. New oppor tunities for experien tial learning will build upon the existing hands-on opportunities, including Band in the Sand event management, farm management simulations, case competitions, industry practicums, and data driven projects integrated with the Student-Managed Farm – Powered by New Holland. Graduates of the agribusiness program will be set up to succeed in career paths that include: • Commercial agriculture operations • Financial lending • Agricultural accounting • Feed sales • Grain merchant • Livestock buyer • Sustainability verification • Entrepreneur • Succession planning • Ag marketing • Agri-tourism and more. They will also have the opportunity to further their studies by taking another year at Lakeland to earn a second diploma or to enrol in Lakeland’s agri-

culture technology degree, the first of its kind in Canada. Agribusiness graduates also have the option to transfer to another post-secondary institute to complete a degree. The School of Agricultural Sciences relied heavily on industry feedback while creating the new streams and updates to the curriculum, to ensure they would be addressing current trends in the agricultural sector. To learn more, visit lakelandcollege. ca/agribusiness.

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Vermilion Attractions Featured In Tourism Video And Websites

Vermilion’s Town Council held a regular meeting on March 1, here are some of the highlights. Council meetings can now be attended by the public in person at the Town office. You can also 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 15, at 7 p.m. Economic Development Coordinator Mary Lee Prior shared the tourism promotional features that SkiNorth and Travel Alberta did on winter activities available in Vermilion. Visit #SkiNorthAB Vermilion Feature on the SkiNorth website and Warm Up to a Winter Escape in Vermilion on the

Travel Alberta website to view and share the stories. Council approved a motion by Councillor Paul Conlon that they will consider the cost of a geotechnical study of the runway, taxiway and apron at the Vermilion Airport in the 2023 budget. The Airport advisory

committee will need this study done to be able to plan the resurfacing of the runway at the airport in 2024. Accounts payable for the period of February 16 to March 1 2022 was motioned by Councillor Robert Pulyk and approved by Council for a total of $638,594.38.

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Budget 2022 Invests In Natural Resources

energy, and investing in technologies to lower emissions. As part of Alberta’s Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward Recovery Plan the Alberta government by growing the resources, creating new has a target to attract $1.4 billion in investopportunities in agriculture, forestry and ment which they say will help create more than 2,000 jobs in sectors like hemp, agtech and value-added processing by 2023-24. SALUTING OUR According to Alberta.ca to meet that AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY goal the budget for 2022 provides Results Driven Agriculture Research $37 million annually to support producer-driven research to power competitiveness, profitability, productivity and sustainability of the agriculture industry. It also says to further support employment in agriculture, an Alberta at Work investment of $15 million over the next three years for the Investment and Growth Fund will create new rural investment attraction and create jobs. Due to an emerging shortage of large animal veterinarians in rural Alberta, $59 million will go toward expanding the veterinary school at the University of Calgary over the next three years. 780-853-6305 Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and vermilionvoice@gmail.com Rural Economic Development, Nate www.vermilionvoice.com Horner says that great things are happening. Reporter

“To date, our $1.4 billion investment targeted toward value-added processing has led to 2,128 new jobs and $886 million in new investments,” commented Minister Horner. He added that they anticipate this funding could create more than 2,000 jobs over the entire project. “We are already past that initial estimate,” Minister Homer commented. In the energy sector Alberta continues to implement the Natural Gas Vision and Strategy, which includes capitalizing on opportunities in liquefied natural gas and petrochemical manufacturing, and creating conditions for developing hydrogen and the plastics circular economy. With the roadmap in place the province says it has a plan to create jobs and reduce emissions and will position Alberta as an international leader in clean hydrogen. The budget provided $41 million over the next three years to the Alberta Energy Regulator to establish new regulatory frameworks for geothermal and mineral resources. Minister of Energy Sonya Savage says that Alberta is an active player in the world’s transition to cleaner fuels. “With new minerals and hydrogen strategies and requests for proposals for new carbon capture hubs, we are moving

forward while continuing to remain on solid ground with oil and gas- both with price and production. We are poised to be a leader in emerging fields, which will create jobs and secure our reputation as a responsible developer,” commented Minister Savage. In the Environment and Parks sector the budget included $19 million over the next three years for continued work on the Digital Regulatory Assurance System, and Technology Innovation and Emissions Reduction will receive $698 million in funding over the next three years for projects and programs that will support jobs, reduce emissions and help Albertans adapt to climate change. According to the site this includes continued investment in programs delivered by key partners, including Emissions Reduction Alberta, Alberta Innovates and the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre, plus an additional $305 million over four years will be reserved in the Technology Innovation and Emission Reduction fund for investments in future carbon capture, utilization and storage projects. The budget also allocated $75 million for operating expenses to keep Alberta’s beautiful spaces sustainable and accessible.

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Preventing Wildfires Is Always In Season

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While winter is a lower risk for wildfires it is not impossible and Derrik Forsythe, information officer with Alberta Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Economic Development states that we should not let snow on the ground fool us. “Wildfires can start any time of year. In fact, we already recorded our first wildfire of the year in February,” stated Forsythe. According to Forsythe wildfire danger is based on a number of factors, like the moisture content of fine fuels such as leaves, needles and small twigs and says that in Alberta, the hazard is historically highest in the spring months after

the snow has melted and the moisture is evaporated, and before the trees and grass begin to grow. It also says that the warmer, dryer weather and the increased outdoor activity can cause Alberta to see a spike in human-caused wildfires during the spring months. ‘We’re keeping our eyes on the spring forecast. Rain from March until the end of May can have a big impact on reducing the wildfire hazard. The majority of wildfires are started by humans. In fact last year, over 60 per cent of wildfires in Alberta were human-caused. We all need to do our part in reducing the number of these entirely preventable fires,” says Forsythe.

Wildfire season runs from March 1 to October 31 in Alberta, as such fire permits are required for activities such as residential, industrial or agricultural debris burning. As Albertans we can all help prevent

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Combatting Loneliness And Social Isolation On The Farm

Canadian Agricultural Safety Association dians who reported frequent loneliness, Submitted 49% also reported poorer mental health Did you know that humans are the and lower levels of overall life satisfacmost social creatures on the planet? It’s tion. The potential health risks are why true. In fact, we have a biological neces- it’s crucial to pay attention to the signs sity for social interactions. And that’s one and symptoms of isolation and loneliof the core reasons why the pandemic ness, which include: poor coping skills, has taken such a toll on people’s mental sense of emptiness, questioning values, health over the past two years – feelings loss of purpose/meaning, disconnected, of loneliness and isolation have increased not sharing with others, and isolating from because of restrictions. Even without the friends and family. It’s important to note restrictions of a pandemic, farming is that isolation and loneliness aren’t mutuwell-known for often being a very isolat- ally exclusive, and everyone has different ing and lonely occupation. Many farm- tolerance levels for isolation and loneliers spend long hours working alone in ness. For example, some people can be geographically isolating locations. Not to isolated and not feel lonely, while others mention poor rural broadband and trans- can be surrounded by people and feel portation connections that can worsen lonely the sense of isolation. Unfortunately, While it may not seem relevant at first, COVID-19 has exacerbated feelings of what we say to ourselves plays a signifiisolation and loneliness by eliminating cant role in feeling lonely as it affects our many of the already limited opportuni- thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. So ties farmers have for connecting with we need to first have a good relationship others. And while some enjoy and even with ourselves in order to have meaningthrive working alone, frequent isolation ful connections with others. A few ways from social connections can have serious to feel more comfortable with yourself health consequences. According to the include: • Take care of yourself. Find out 2021 Canadian Social Survey on Loneli- what gives you peace and helps you to feel ness in Canada, of the one in 10 Cana- comfortable. • Stop negative thoughts. •

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Be patient. • Reflect on what else is going on. How you are feeling in other parts of your life may impact feelings of loneliness. • Keep track of your feelings and ask for help when you need it. There is a lot of unpredictability in farming. Many stressors – like weather, commodity prices, and machinery breakdown – are not in a farmer’s control. Unfortunately, COVID19 has further heightened unpredictability in the farming industry. There are several aspects of the pandemic that aren’t easily “fixable,” and the best practice for dealing with these issues is connecting with other people experiencing similar challenges. How can you focus on creating meaningful social connections? A few tips include: • Make time to connect. Think about the types of connections you want to make. Increase connections with close friends and family members. Schedule time to connect. • Stay grounded. We can learn a lot from those around us. Be respectful to others, open to dialogue, and listen to those around you. • Find people who share a common interest. Start by making a list of things you are interested in or would like to explore more. • Know your boundaries. While it’s important to build

social connections, it’s okay to set boundaries and communicate them. If feeling overwhelmed, it’s okay to step away and take a pause. • Be careful with expectations. Don’t have a specific goal or objective in mind; focus on being present in the experience of connecting. One of the keys to moving away from loneliness and isolation is to start small. Keep in mind that starting with small actions can lead to other connections. So take your time and remember, it’s not a race. For more detailed information and tips for maintaining your mental health, check out the Sowing the Seeds of Mental Health webinar series from Howatt HR Consulting: www.howatthr.com/productsservices/workplace-learning/sowing-theseeds-ofmental-health/ For more than a decade, CASA has been raising awareness about the importance of safety on Canadian farms through Canadian Agricultural Safety Week (CASW), which takes place every year during the third week of March. CASW is presented by Farm Credit Canada. In 2022, CASW sponsors include long-time corporate sponsor Farm Credit Canada, as well as CN, Syngenta, Bayer Crop Science, and Fertilizer Canada.

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Collaboration Enables More Than $3.2 Million In Grower Funded Canola Agronomic Research In 2022

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February 24, 2022 – The three Prairie, provincial canola grower associations have evaluated and selected 14 new canola research projects to re c eive fun d ing un d er the Cano la Agronomic Research Program (CARP) in 2022. This investment inc ludes over $1.6 million from Alberta Canola, SaskCanola and Manitoba Canola Growers, as well as matching funds of over $1 million from the Western Grains Research Foundation (WGRF) and $450,000 contributed from Results Driven Agricultural Research (RDAR). The total investment into 2022 CARP projects is over $3.2 million. CARP sup por ts c anola agronomi c research focused on increasi n g y i e l d a n d p r o f i t a b i l i t y, r e d u c ing production risk and enhanci n g s u s t a i n a b i l i t y. T h e g r o w e r associations are pleased to partner with WGRF and RDAR, enabling even greater in n ovat i o n an d d i s c over y.

“Through these recent partnerships, CARP has leveraged signific ant dollars for robust canola research funding,” says Chuck Fossay, Chair of Manitoba Canola Growers. “ The re sear c h proje c t s in t hi s pro gr am a r e s e l e c te d by f a r m e r s t o m a x i mize benefits of all canola farmers.” “Agro no m i c resear c h i s an im p ort a n t f u n d i n g p r i o r i t y f o r W G R F,” says Dr. Keith Degenhardt, WGRF b o a r d c h a i r. “ W G R F i s c o m m i t ted to suppor ting research that will d e l i ver a p o s i t i ve o n - far m i m p a c t and we are excited about the potential impact these projects can have f o r W e s t e r n C a n a d i a n f a r m e r s .” The 2022 projects awarded funding are focused on: -Surveillance of pathogen and insect populations, -Abiotic stress tolerance, - We e d m a n a g e m e n t , i n c l u d i n g herbi cide resistant weeds, -Crop physiology,

-Pollinator impact on yield stability, -Integrated disease management, -Improving nitrogen management and reducing nitrous oxide emissions. About CARP CARP is funded by the three provincial grower organizations – Alber ta Canola, SaskCanola and the Manitoba Canola Growers, and is administered by the Canola Council of Canada (CCC). Additional funds are provided for some CARP projects by WGRF and other occasional partners. Proposals are reviewed by the grower association research committees, with additional agronomic insight from the CCC’s crop production and innovation team. The findings from these projects are incorporated into various tools, including the Canola Research Hub and the Canola Encyclopedia. More information on CARP can be found at canolacouncil.org. About WGRF T h e We s t e r n G r a i n s R e s e a r c h F o u n d a t i o n ( WG R F ) i s a f a r m e r-

funded and farmer-directed non-profit organization investing in agricultural research that benefits Western Canadian farmers. WGRF is the largest producer funder of field crop research in Canada. Since 1981, WGRF has funded over $210 million of research in field crops of interest to Western Canadian farmers. About RDAR RDAR is a not-for-profit organization that will continually consult with Alberta’s crop and livestock producer s to s et re s e ar c h pr i o r i t i e s a n d distribute funds. Its mandate is: to su p p or t result s - dr iven agr i c ulture research priorities and programs that will increase the competitiveness and profitability of Alber ta’s agriculture industry. Arm’s length from the provinc i al g over n m e nt , R DAR i s fu n d e d by two sources: The Government of Alberta, the Government of Canada, and Alber ta’s Government through the Canadian Agricultural Partnership program. rdar.ca

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GROUND SQUIRREL CONTROL

Health Canada has cancelled the registration of 2% liquid strychnine used to control Richardson’s Ground Squirrels, with final production ending on March 4, 2021, sales ending March 4, 2022, and the product fully banned from use on March 4, 2023. The County of Vermilion River is sold out of strychnine and will not be receiving any more. Options to help control gophers: • Consider raptor platforms, nesting boxes, perches, dense groundcover along fences and field margins, and other wildlife habitat to encourage natural predation • Reduce preferred gopher habitat by maintaining healthy pastures and using rotational grazing • Rozol RTU is registered for control of ground squirrels and pocket gophers in rangelands, crop, and non-crop areas. Rozol RTU is available from Agricultural Product Retailers • Rocon is a poison-free rodenticide registered for control of ground squirrels and gophers

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Kindness was the focus during the month of Februar y at St. Jerome’s. Did you know that February is Random Acts of Kindness Month! Students in elementary worked to colour pictures depicting random acts of kindness that they can do for others! Older Spartans, in religion class, discussed Almsgiving (acts of charity) and ways that they can exemplify this facet of our Catholic Faith. On February 23, students and staff wore pink and participated in Pink Shirt Day. This week marks the beginning of an important time in our Catholic Faith here

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at St. Jerome’s. We have begun learning all about Lent and our journey closer towards God during this time of year. On Shrove Tuesday, Mrs. Tina Zayac, Mrs. Dewing, Mr. Chase, and Mr. Whelan volunteered their time and efforts to prepare a pancake feast for students and staff to enjoy. Traditionally, Christians made pancakes on this day as a way to use up their milk, eggs, and sugar before the 40 days of fasting during Lent started. Spartans also dressed up in their PJ’s to embrace the pancake feast to the fullest. On Ash Wednesday, we participated in a Zoom Mass, led by Father Joy. During the Homily, Father Joy spoke of Lent and the three pillars of our faith during this time: fasting, almsgiving, and prayer. We received the mark of the cross in ashes,

made from blessed palms from the previous year, on our foreheads to remind us we are dust and unto dust we shall return. T h e e l e m e nt ar y s tu d e nt s h ad a wonderful time celebrating the 100th day of school on February 28th! Grade one Spartans worked hard on their collections of 100 things and many cool projects were presented. Griffin Betz strung 100 nuts onto a string and attached the saying “Driving my Teacher Nuts for 100 Days!” Nicholas Thorne drew a monster with 10 0 eyes, and Marcus Aguda created a beautiful house scene with 100 buttons. The creativity was terrific and the students' pride shone through as they presented to their classmates about the counting strategies that they used, their favourite part of the building process, and

any challenges or bumps in the road that they faced. Ms. Svenungard brought in 600 red solo cups and students worked in teams to build a 100 cup structure, it was a loud and very exciting venture! Mrs. Lysons and Mrs. Schmidt used an aging app to capture what her students would look like at 100 years old, they then had to write about what their life might be like at 100. Mrs. McCormack’s Grade Threes wrote a bucket list of things they’d like to have done, and people they would like to have met before they turn one hundred. In addition, Mrs. McCormack and several of her students dressed up like 100 year olds! What an exciting day! Spartans are waiting to see if March will come in like a lion or a lamb… what’s your guess?

Shrove Tuesday meant PJ’s and pancakes as a way to prepare for the Lenten season. Mrs. Grade 10 students at St. Jerome’s wore pink on February 23 to recognize Pink Shirt Day and Tina Zayac, Mrs. Dewing, Mr. Chase, and Mr. Whelan volunteered their time and efforts to prepare a pancake feast for students and staff to enjoy. It was delicious! promote kindness! Photos Submitted

Mrs. McCormack and a gaggle of her grade 3’s dressed up like they were 100 years old as a way Grade One students Tanner Lysons and Ziona Hess worked hard to string 100 fruit loops into an to celebrate the 100th Day of School! edible 100th Day of School treat!

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February 17 and 18 was Teachers’ Convention. Once again this year, it was held virtually. One of the wonderful parts about a virtual convention, is that a number of sessions are prerecorded, so if teachers had two sessions they were interested in that were scheduled for the same time, they could watch both. This also allowed teachers to watch live, but recorded sessions, after the session took place. We were fortunate to have two amazing keynote speakers. We started our convention with Canadian astronaut, Chris Hadfield, and ended with comedian and kindergarten teacher, Joe ‘Mr. D’ Dombrowski. February 23 was Pink Shirt Day. VES students and staff came to school with an array of pink shirts and other pink paraphernalia. It is amazing to see the support for this

Jolan Wong playing hockey. Photos submitted

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anti-bullying campaign. On February 25, we had the amazing opportunity to virtually meet hometown hero, Jolan Brunner Wong, Paralympic Volleyball Champion. She told us stories about her journey to be the best she can be. Jolan filled 45 minutes with stories and answers to questions about her childhood, her love of sports, and all the things she learned to do differently after she lost her leg from cancer. What an amazing opportunity to talk to someone so openly. She explained how her prosthetic leg worked and what it felt like. We loved that one of her legs was painted to look like a mermaid tail. She explained that this was because, “If you can be anything, you should be a mermaid!” Jolan told us how important having a positive mindset and perseverance is to accomplishing goals. Her favorite saying is “I will find a way, or I will make one.” We had fun trying to guess what activity Jolan has not been able to master yet. It was “criss-cross

Jolan Wong playing volleyball.

applesauce” sitting. We are all different and unique, and have to find ways to do things we love. VES students and staff can’t wait to continue our connection with Jolan. She is a VES hometown hero, teaching our students through her stories and success to be the best we can be. Jolan is planning to play in the 2024 Paralympics in Paris, and we wish her the best of luck with that. VES collected food for the food bank from February 14-25. Thank you to students, who brought in boxes and boxes of food. Staff were treated by our amazing School Council to a lunch on February 16 (thank you so much), so staff decided to pay it forward by donating cash to the food bank. VES’s food and cash donations are part of making connections with our community. We had our assembly on March 2. We would like to congratulate the 18 science fair participants (of which 15 received a medal): Lance Adams, Bentley Buckingham, Hayden Buckingham, Navy Donily,

Penelope Donily, Brynn Ellerton, Grace Freeman, Joy Freeman, Jace Leahy, Gemma Morrison, Kaiel Morritt, Macy Myette, Natalay Nelson, Fiala Ostropolski, Reegan Smart, Beaudon Tupper, Ally Westman, and Walker Westman. Mrs. Tomkins informed us that the February AR points were 1021.5, for a total-to-date of 8158.2 points. Congratulations to Grade 4-6 top reader, Lily McKinnon with 26.5 points, and Grade 2-3 top reader, Macy Myette with 13.6 points. Mrs. Moses spoke about our March virtue, which is sportsmanship. Mrs. Moses also talked with us about March being nutrition month and then we all bit into a piece of celery at the same time for the Great Big Crunch. Dates to Remember: Mar. 17 – Wear Green Day; Mar. 22 – Next School Council Meeting; Mar. 23-28 – Scholastic Book Fair; April 1-30 – Yearbook Sales; April 5 – Mustache/Beard Day or Crazy Sock Day; April 15-24 - Easter Break.

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