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New Ownership Of The Armouries

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Back in the day the local Armoury for Vermilion was located in the Immigra tion Hall east of the Railway Station, and was used for the C Company of the 151st Battalion during World War 1 and then for the Squadron of the 1st Alberta Mounted Rifles in 1929. In September of 1951 construc tion began on a new Armouries for “A Company Headquarters,” Loyal Edmonton Regiment (LER), Vermil ion. The construction was complete in September of 1952, with an official opening performed in October by J.S Ross, Officer Commanding, Western Command, and Lt. Col. A. Macdonald, Commanding Officer, LER Edmon ton, and the Officer commanding A Company was Captain Bernie Acker man.

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September 2012 issue, The Journal of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment, the newly constructed building cost was $85,000 and had a 120-foot by 36foot drill hall, offices on the second floor, supply room, rifle range and lecture rooms in the basement; and it set the standard for all armories in the Canadian Army. In 1959 the Loyal Edmonton Regiment formed the Vermilion Army Cadet Corps and they have always had a close and benefi cial relationship.

The Town of Vermilion purchased the Armouries from the Department of National Defense for $1 in 1968 and used the location to house the offices of the Town’s recreation department and for the Boy Scouts, Army Cadets as well as other youth groups.

In 1989 the life of the building was under threat as the Town of Vermil ion proposed a railway underpass

running through where the building was located, meaning the building would have been demolished. With the strong voice of MLA Steve West the building was saved.

In 1992 the Field Marshall Alexan der Branch 11 of the Royal Canadian Legion purchased the Armouries from the Town for the amount of $2 under the vision and leadership of Comrade Bernie Bowers.

On October 15, Field Marshall Alex ander Branch 11 officially transferred the Lt. Col Craig Armoury to the Lt. Col. Craig Armory Historical Society.

After unveiling the new sign at the Armoury, those in attendance were piped in by Piper Barry Roth who played the Regimental March of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment, Bonnie Dundee. Once attendees and the special guests entered the build ing President of the Lt. Col W.C.

Craig Armouries Historical Society, Don Henry emceed the event, open ing with the singing of O Canada. Henry acknowledged the traditional territories of the Indigenous peoples of Treaty 6 Region and Metis settle ments and Metis Nation of Alberta regions 2, 3 and 4.

Following Henry’s welcome, retired Lt. Col. Gordon Hills and Legion Chaplin performed the benediction and prayer. Henry then took to the podium to give a history of the build ing and recognized the long military history of Lt. Col. W.C. Craig whom the building is named after.

The Vermilion River Archery club which utilizes the space was on hand to provide a history of the club and provide a demonstration, as well as members of the Alberta Amateur Ham Radio club. Cake and beverages were also enjoyed. More photos on page 2

From left, current Commanding Officer of the PPCLI Cadet Corps in Wainwright, Lt. Walter Weir (past Commanding Officer of the Vermilion Cadets and the founder of the Lt. Col Craig Armouries Historical Society over 22 years ago), Commanding Officer of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment Cadet Corps Capt. John Brooker, President of the Loyal Edmonton Regimental Association Jack Bowen, Vice President of the Loyal Edmonton Regimental Association Mike Rarog, and President of the Lt. Col. W. C. Craig Armoury Historical Society Don Henry.

Photo Lorna Hamilton

Flu Shots Now Available

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

On October 17, the fall 2022 Flu Shot program began in Alberta and with the start of the program Albertans age six months and older can now receive their flu vaccine.

If older than 65 high-dose flu vaccines can be administered while anyone aged six months to 64 years will receive a regular dose, and will be protected from four common strains of the influenza virus. Vaccines are

available at participating pharmacies, some community medical clinics and select AHS sites and can be booked through the Alberta Vaccine Booking System at bookvaccine. alberta.ca or by calling the Health Link at 811 or some phar macies will also be participat ing in welcoming walk-ins.

Looking to get the Flu Shot? Albertans five years of age and older can receive their free influenza vaccine at pharmacies and some community medical clinics. Albertans

who are six months of age and older can receive their vaccines at some community medical clinics. Alberta Health Services will also offer vaccines through its public health clinics to children under five years of age and their family and household members, for individuals who do not have a provin cial health care number, and for individuals who live in a community where there are no other immunizing health-care providers.

“Getting your flu vaccine is an easy way to reduce your risk of getting the flu, help to limit the spread of the virus and reduce your

According to the Alberta government during the 2021-22 influenza season there

enza and 14 influenza-related deaths. The Alberta government also stated they have ordered 1.9 million doses of the influenza

From left, Comrade John Bristow signing the Armoury over to President of the Lt. Col. W. C. Craig Armoury Society Don Henry,

From left, President of the Lt. Col. W. C. Craig Armoury Historical Society Don Henry, MLA Garth Rowswell, President of the Loyal Edmonton Regimental Association Jack Bowen, and Commanding Officer of the Loyal Edmonton Regiment Cadet Corps Capt. John Brooker with the new Armoury sign. Photos Lorna Hamilton

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The TD Vermilion donated $500 to the Vermilion Lions Club on October 13.

The funds donated will go towards the toddler playground the organization is currently fundraising for. The new play ground will be located where the old swim ming pool used to be as the current toddler playground is over 40 years old.

“We were made aware of this fundraiser through the delivery of a poster for the Lions Prime Rib Supper and Dance which will be held on November 12. We, here at TD Vermilion, were able to access funds through the TD Play program and make a donation to the club for the playground development programs as we felt this was

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a great way to support our community,” said Branch Manager Marlene Beatie. “It is wonderful that the Lions Club is able to support and enhance our community through this type of program.”

On hand to accept the donation were Lions members Steve Gnida, Cliff Rolheiser, and Hayward Vaters.

The Prime Rib Supper and Dance will also be in support of STARS and other Lions projects. The supper will be held at the Vermilion Regional Centre with cock tails at 6 p.m., supper at 7 p.m., and a dance and silent auction to follow. Tickets are $70 per person or a table of eight for $500 which includes two bottles of wine per table. For tickets call Hayward Vaters (780) 872-1306.

Vermilion Lions Club Fills First Round Of Sandbags

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

For several years the Vermilion Lions Club have been filling sandbags which they sell to businesses in the area to help raise funds for charity and charitable organizations such as the toddler playground, STARS and a vari ety of community programs like Hearts and Hands. On October 15 with the help from the Fire School Platoon 2

fire students the Lions filled 235 sand bags in about a hour.

“This morning we had our first sand bagging event and we were very fortu nate to have a group of volunteers from the fire school. It was a huge contribution by those young people and it makes all the difference in the world,” commented Lions treasurer Peter Clark.

Clark went on to praise the young

group as in addition to volunteering their time, they also donated to the organization.

“Up until this year we always had the Lions doing it and it takes longer than a hour but the group today did a fantastic job and when it was all over we give them $2 per bag, but they said don’t give us that, donate it to the Hearts and Hands program here in Vermilion. So, on behalf of the Lions Club I wrote a cheque for $500 to the Hearts and Hands program which is all because these volunteers came and helped with our sandbagging,”

explained Clark.

The sandbags are now for sale at the Co-op gas bar, the Shell gas bar and the Truck and Car wash on the east side of Town.

Clark also noted that the sand and facility was donated by Ben Bykowski owner of Vermilion Ready Mix Concrete.

“With Lions members like Ben it helps us keep the cost down and we can reinvest it in the community here so it is just one of the things the Lions members are doing to not only support the Club but also the community,” said Clark.

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From left, Lion Hayward Vaters, TD manager Marlene Beatie, Lion Cliff Rolheiser, and Lion Steve Gnida. Photo Lorna Hamilton

Gem Tree Class

Angela Mouly Reporter

Lighten Up Therapy hosted a small group for their Crystal Gem Tree Workshop on October 13.

Participants formed wire trees with crys tals for leaves and attached them to a citrine or amethyst base.

Owner, Amber Skolarchuk, said the first bit of the class was spent setting up, and after there was a lot of time for visiting with others as they worked.

“Like in the past when people would knit and visit, it was a good way to get out and connect with people,” said Skolarchuk. “Groups of friends or mothers and daugh ters, etc. chose all kinds of different stones for their bases and leaves as well as the colour of wire. I like that you don’t have to be crafty to do it, and the tree branches can be moved around as time goes on.”

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She said each stone someone might use for a different purpose; for example, with one meant for prosperity, a business owner might place it by their till. Some people she said make one for love or romance, claim ing metaphysical benefits from the crys tals while others just think they look pretty.

Stones could be mixed on the tree, and she said with appropriately 30 different kinds to pick from, they once had someone make a rainbow tree.

Being community minded she enjoys planning and hosting events and classes for people and said, unless your children are in sports together there’s sometimes not always a whole lot to do in a small commu nity. At the store, they’ve had people who

have just moved or been here a long time but not connected to others, and this is a way they’ve been able to form connections and bonds they wouldn’t otherwise be able to.

Each month they run a Sound Bath (which she said can offer relaxation and vibrational healing) using different instru ments such as singing bowls. Yoga is offered Sunday and Wednesday evenings.

They also offer a 5-month class called Stop Quitting On Yourself which she said is all about accountability and motivation in achieving your goals. Through it, the group works to cheer each other on and keep each other focused.

With Halloween coming up, Lighten Up

Therapy will be hosting a Pumpkin Carving/ Decorating Contest on October 27. Partici pants are encouraged to drop off their pumpkins already carved or decorated. From the 27th – 29th people can stop by the store to vote, and prizes will be prizes announced on October 29.

The Hungry Hippie is hosting a Pumpkin Recipe Contest on October 27. Participants can create their own latte, pie etc., and a judge will come to taste the seasonal items, and announce the winners on October 28.

“I’m kind of excited to see what every body creates and makes. It should be fun. We have some children wanting to paint and create some pumpkin things,” said Skolarchuk.

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It is with deep sorrow and much love that we, the family of Todd Boborosky mourn his passing on October 7th, 2022. He will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed. While we struggle with the loss, we will hold comfort in knowing that Todd is resting carefree, without pain and at peace with all the angels that went before him.

At Todd’s request there will be no service. A Celebration of Todd’s life will be held at a later date.

Larry John Wasylik

Peacefully on October 11, 2022, Larry passed away surrounded by family at the Red Deer Regional Hospital at the age of 70 years.

He was predeceased by his parents, Mike and Nellie Wasylik; mother and father-in-law George and Marie Keller. He was survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Eugene and Carol Wasylik, brothers-in-law Ken Keller, Thomas Keller, and George Vilcsak, sisters-in-law Carol Zaharia and Grace Keller; nephew Clayton Wasylik; niece Cindy Zaharia-Sherrington, and numerous special aunts, uncles and relatives.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife of 46 years Patricia Wasylik; son Jonathon (Nancy); daughter Micaela (Jesse Tutt); grandchildren Addison, Olivia and Amelie Wasylik and Everly and Michael Tutt; nieces, nephews and many relatives and friends.

Larry was an engineering technologist with Alberta Power, Alberta Agriculture, and United Farmers of Alberta. He can be credited with many agricultural, residential, and commercial buildings and he loved being of service to all the people he met throughout his career.

He loved woodworking and shared his talent with gifts to family and friends afar. He was devoted to Catholic Education having been a trustee with East Central Catholic Schools for 25 years and serving on the board of directors for Alberta Catholic School Trustees Association for a number of those years. His woodworking can be found in Catholic Schools and o ces across the province. Spending time with family and grandchildren was always his delight.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, 6 McMillan Ave., Red Deer, AB, on Wednesday, October 19th at 1:00 p.m. A hot lunch will be provided immediately following the service where all of us can remember and share our lived experiences with Larry. Friends and family are welcome to join us for the internment at Horn Hill Cemetery thereafter.

In lieu of owers, memorial donations may be made to the Friends of St. Jerome’s Catholic School in Vermilion, Alberta, as this school was near and dear to Larry. Condolences may be left for the family at www.eventidefuneralchapels.com

Obituary Darrel Henry Turner

Darrel Henry Turner was born October 29, 1949 in Vermilion, Alberta and passed away peacefully on Sunday October 9, 2022 at 10:42 AM MDT in the Wainwright, Alberta, Health Centre with family and co-workers at his side. Darrel grew up on the family farm south of Vermilion and attended Woodvale and J.R. Robson Schools. He gave his life to service in the ministry in 1971 and laboured in Alberta, Manitoba, the Yukon, and many years in Vietnam and Laos.

In LovingMemory

Shirley McGrath, born September 5, 1934 - passed away November 2, 2017 Bill McGrath, born January 6, 1932 - passed away October 8, 2021

We thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new

We thought of you yesterday and days before that too

We think of you in silence, as we often speak your name

All we have are memories and your picture in a frame

Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll never part.

God has you in his keeping, we have you in our hearts.

McGrath Family

Gem trees at Lighten Up Therapy in Vermilion. Photo Angela Mouly

Hot Bacon And Mushroom Dip

Dawn Hames Columnist

The cooler evening temperatures outside are making it nice to cozy up the house by turning on the oven to cook. The toma toes and onions from the garden have been harvested. Some people prefer to omit eating raw onions for fear of having onion breath. The good news is that cooked onions retain the beneficial nutrient, quercetin, undam aged by the heat, and cooked onions are easier on the breath than raw onions. Quercetin is a flavonoid that may inhibit the growth of certain cancers. Querce tin has been shown to lower bad choles terol and raise good cholesterol. Onions

are a natural source of querctin and chromium, which assists in blood sugar control. Onions like garlic contain sulfur compounds that work to detox our bodies by binding to heavy metals such as lead, mercury and cadmium and then escort ing them out of the body. Properties of the onion also include being protective to the cardio-vascular system. 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, garlic, mushrooms, bacon and parsley add a lot a flavor and health benefits to so many dishes, making them favored ingredients in Canadian prairie cooking. This is a creamy dip, with lots of great

flavor that is served hot. This hot dip will be a keeper for fall and winter enter taining and it is even keto friendly when served with fresh veggies.

Hot Bacon and Mushroom Dip

5 slices of bacon, cooked & finely chopped

1 tablespoon bacon fat (reserved)

1/2 cup yellow onion, chopped

1 cup chopped mushrooms

3 cloves garlic finely minced

1 block cream cheese

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup natural Greek yogurt or sour

cream

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon dill weed

1/4

teaspoon pepper

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Flying Cars Are Almost Here

Braxton Hoare Columnist

Flying cars are an idea that has long captured the collective minds of people all over the world. And although people have made attempts to make this vision into a reality in the past, these concepts never truly took off. Recently however, some new start up companies have had some success.

One such example is the company led by Canada’s own Marcus Leng called “Opener”. Marcus always dreamt of a day where you could just jump in a car “and be able to take off vertically and fly wher ever you wanted.” In his small commu nity in Warkworth, Ontario, he has been designing prototypes from a small garage for years. Marcus expressed how

his entire house became used for his prototypes, saying, “The basement was used for basically doing all the structure work … and the kitchen was basically used for manufacturing motors.”

Way back in 2011, Marcus flew the concept vehicle for the first time, successfully maneuvering the vehicle in the air around his lawn. “I found myself eventually, at the end of our driveway and my friends and neighbors, were behind a barrier of cars that we had set up,” Leng said. “And I figure, just like in skiing, I’ll do a skidding turn in front of them. All went very well, except during the skid ding turn, the edge of the wing made contact with the lawn … but the propul sion systems reacted so fast that it basi cally created this long divot as it scraped through grass without the aircraft losing any control.”

Now this flying car is well out of the

prototyping phase and is actu ally beginning production for a consumer vehicle that they call the BlackFly. So, anyone who is under 200 pounds and the height of 6 feet 6 inches or less will be able to fly one of these vehicles after a short 2 day course. Unfortunately the BlackFly will be restricted to flying recreationally in rural areas at first, but may be allowed to fly over built-up areas in the future.

For now the price of this vehi cle is unknown, however it is expected to be quite expensive at first. But Marcus shared that he eventually plans to ramp up production to produce tens of

1/2 teaspoon sea salt

1 cup grated cheddar cheese

2 tablespoons parmesan cheese

2 green onions, chopped

2 tablespoons chopped parsley

1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Sauté the onion, mushrooms and garlic in the bacon fat until softened and beginning to caramelize. If the cream cheeses is cold, warm it in the casse role dish, in the oven until softened. Mix all the ingredients in a small casserole dish. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes at 350 degrees Serve in the casserole dish with fresh veggies, crackers or chips for dipping. This dip may also be poured into a hollowed-out loaf of round bread and served with chunks of bread for dipping.

Canadian Prairie Pickers

Craig Baird Columnist

Today, we take the railroad for granted as something that is just there. We don’t use the railroad, but an immense amount of freight is hauled by it and nearly every town in Alberta owes its existence to the railroad.

A century and a bit ago, the railroad was the lifeblood of a community. Cars were rare, and roads were poor. The first trans-Canada car drive wouldn’t happen until 1912 and that took over

Vermilion Gets Some Good News

50 days. At the time, there were only 16 km of paved roads in the country.

So, needless to say, the railroad was very important.

That is why on May 16, 1911, Vermil ion got some very big news when it was announced that Canadian North ern would begin operating daylight service to the community by the end of the month.

The new schedule would go into effect on May 28, and the first trains would run in daylight service on May 29. The day express would stop at all the stations along the track, while the

night train would top only at the princi pal points.

The daylight trains would do the local work that was being done by the mixed freight trains now, and trains would run from Vermilion to Calgary as well, through the divisional point of Stettler, which was the current terminus of the railroad.

By November, many were excited to hear that the CN Railway was looking to run a train all the way to Medicine Hat from the community and Vermil ion would be the terminus of that line. This would greatly help the community

Prairie Wool

Helen Row Toews Columnist

What not to do

This summer, I visited several countries in Europe and a few provinces in Canada. It was great! I came away with priceless memories, beau tiful pictures, wonderful souvenirs— and bedbugs. Horrors. I also added to my compiled list of, “What Not to do While Travelling”. Lucky for you, I’m sharing.

One: I learned it isn’t wise to launder your best walking shoes, to rid your self of the aforementioned insects, in hot water, and dry them (the shoes, not the bugs) for an hour on high heat in a French clothes dryer that you don’t understand. When the dryer door finally allowed me to gain access to my sad, shrunken shoes, they looked like something Santa’s Helpers might wear for a festive gathering at the Pole. Yup, elf shoes.

Two: While wearing floppy summer dresses due to the heat in Bruges, Belgium, it’s wise to watch out for large air vents directly in front of store entrances. Unless, of course, your wish is to replay a significant Marilyn Monroe moment from 1955. If that’s not your intention, and you’re taken unawares, screaming bloody murder with your dress up around your ears will likely be your fate. It was mine. Final takeaway: beware of drafty grates and men hanging around these grates. Enough said.

Three: If you find yourself in Paris, France, on Bastille Day, and if, after the festivities, about a million people are trying to cram themselves into the metro, beware of gropers. I was concerned about my daughter and kept her close behind me as we shuf fled forward in the crush. At one point, I reached behind, grasped her hand, and squeezed.

“We’ll get through this, honey,” I said, running a motherly thumb over her palm.

“Mom,” oddly enough, my daugh ter’s sweet voice came at me from a different direction. “I’m over here.”

“Then who am I holding onto?” I screeched! Dropping the hand, I craned my neck to see that I’d gripped the paw of some nameless young man. He grinned at me and shrugged. Yup, I was the groper of this tale.

Four: When considering an evening of fine dining, and a menu is displayed outside the door of the anticipated eatery, take a moment to peruse it

and at the time, six railroads operated through the community.

All in all, it was very good news for the new community just beginning to find its feet and grow, all thanks to the railroads.

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before entering. Also, it’s wise to check reviews. Will there be something on the menu that’s worthy of consumption? Will you be paying for attentive service from a highly trained staff who serve junk? Or will you choose a restaurant that offers both service and a deli cious meal? My friend Esther and I hurried into a lovely restaurant where wet towels were brought on a silver platter, a well-dressed waiter saw to our every need, and each ingredient of our dishes was detailed in a short, rehearsed speech. It all seemed fabu lous, but the food was utter rubbish.

Furthermore, if you are planning to visit such a high-end establishment, it might behoove you to rip the tag from the back of your shirt. Particularly one that states you purchased the garment from Value Village for $5.99.

In actual fact, that last tidbit of info was meant for me rather than any of you.

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County Of Minburn Pancake Breakfast

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Minburn County Fire Department held their Annual Pancake Breakfast at the Mannville Fire Hall on October 15.

At the beginning of this year, the depart ment began running solely under the County, but has been hosting the event for approximately 30 years.

Approximately 150 people attended the event, and everyone enjoyed the opportunity to thank the members for their service. Fire departments across Canada have long been associated with collectively fundraising over $100 million for muscular dystrophy, so the funds

from the breakfast have always gone to support the neuromuscular disorder.

Thirteen Firefighters serve on the Mannville Department, and Chief Brad Laurenceson said, “It doesn’t matter what time of the day or night, when the radios go off we have enough people to man the trucks.”

They work as a team and he said their years of experience are a real benefit, with three of them totalling 105 combined years on the department (Rex Smith-34 years, Brad Laurenceson-35 years, and Dean Gadke-36 years).

The major difference between a rural department and a city department he said

is in the city, there is no personal connec tion.

“The problem in a rural department is when you go to a call, chances are it’s somebody you know. So it could be family, it could be friends, it could be anything,” said Laurenceson. “You have to remember that when you are an officer (which the senior guys usually are), you are responsible for everybody. If you don’t have the proper training, there could be a chance of something going wrong.”

He said they are thankful the county has standards for what training the

members have to acquire so they are an asset not a hindrance to what could happen. Overall the members enjoyed adding to their teamwork in a more relaxed environment during the pancake breakfast.

“It’s nice working together when you are not in a stressful situation and are able to enjoy getting together with the community. We’d also like to thank the community for supporting us in our fund raiser,” said Laurenceson.

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5 Tips To Help Boost Your

(NC) After facing a challenging couple of years, many of us feel like we’re running on empty. But as the world slowly reopens, you may feel like you still need to do some recovering and boost your strength. Here are some ways to spring you back into shape, one day at a time.

1. Have a break.

3 sustainability tips for small businesses

Small businesses are more conscious than ever about how their actions im pact the environment. This Small Bu siness Week — October 16 to 22, 2022 — is the perfect opportunity to make lasting and sustainable changes to your business. Here are three tips.

Shake off that voice telling you this is a selfish thing to do. Anything that brings joy may be what you need to tackle whatever is coming your way. And it doesn’t have to be a grand gesture. Some times all it takes to help you hit the pause button is to listen to your favourite music as you clean up in the kitchen.

2. Come up with a plan.

1. Offer remote positions. Allowing your employees to work from home means fewer cars on the road, resul ting in less carbon dioxide being emitted into the air. If your em ployees must work in person, give them an incentive to ride their bikes, walk or take public transportation.

This access helps reduce waste and you don’t have to spend money on paper and related items like prin ters, copiers, ink cartridges and filing cabinets.

Your priorities have likely shifted, and what used to be important and worthy of your time may no longer be the same. Build up the confidence to say no to what doesn’t resonate anymore by starting out small, so you can spend your precious energy on what truly matters to you today.

4. Practice some gratitude.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed while trying to deal with anxiety, stress or grief. Even when it seems as if nothing is the way it should be, there is always that one thing within your reach to be thankful for. Try writing it down as a reminder for those harder moments.

3. Do business with green businesses. Whenever possible, source goods and services that are sustainably produced and supplied. For example, work towards simplifying your sup ply chain by working with local, likeminded companies. Carbon-neutral vendors exist across every industry — you just have to look.

No one can deny the massive strain the pandemic has put on all of us, especially small business owners and essential workers. It takes patience to remember that this is just a phase, and it helps to set attainable goals geared towards the future. If you’re a visual person, a mood board can help you stay grounded.

3. Understand your boundaries.

2. Go digital. If possible, make your bu siness paperless. For instance, cloud-

5. Everybody needs help.

Thankfully, looking for well-being support is no longer a matter of accessibility, with countless tools and initiatives available more widely. For example, BMO is extending the benefits it offers its team members through LifeWorks to its business clients – small business owners and entrepreneurs – providing mental, physical, social, and financial health resources.

Canadian consumers are increasingly inclined to support businesses that do their part for the environment. There

Find more information at bmo.com/lifeworks.

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Start Your Small Business Side Hustle

(NC) With the rise of e-commerce and social media platforms, starting a business has never been easier. Whether you’re interested in pursu ing your passion project, creating a new product, or filling a need, a side hustle can be very reward ing with the bonus of extra income. It can also be a smart way to test the waters if you’re thinking about making a career change. Here are a few tips to help you get started:

Be realistic about your time

The first step is to assess the time required; do the needs of the business match what you can balance in your life? Do a self-audit to figure out a reasonable weekly amount of hours you have available for your venture. Decide how much time you will devote to the side hustle, where it will fit in your schedule and how it will affect your other jobs. Remember, your time is money. Be sure to place a value on your time and track it carefully. This foresight will help you avoid overscheduling and burnout.

mentors, and reaching new customers. Obvi ous tools such as social media and events are great ways to network, but it can start closer to home too. Keeping consistent communi cation with your customers even after their purchase, touching base with suppliers in between orders and asking for feedback from other professionals are great ways to network on a budget.

3 sustainability tips for small businesses

Make the most of free resources

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Small businesses are more conscious than ever about how their actions im pact the environment. This Small Bu siness Week — October 16 to 22, 2022 — is the perfect opportunity to make lasting and sustainable changes to your business. Here are three tips.

This access helps reduce waste and you don’t have to spend money on paper and related items like prin ters, copiers, ink cartridges and filing cabinets.

You can’t put a value on research, informa tion and insights. Give your venture a leg up with up-to-date resources like newly released census data. This location-specific data offer information on average income and popula tion makeup – valuable market research for any business. Understanding your customer’s needs, behaviors and preferences are essen tial for side hustle longevity.

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Track your income and expenses

Side hustles can be extremely helpful for meet ing your financial and life goals, but it’s important to stay on top of all your expenses, income and balance sheets. Tracking your income and expenses can also help you predict the future of your side hustle and ultimately guide your decisions in becoming a fulltime entrepreneur; just don’t forget to include your time as an expense.

1. Offer remote positions. Allowing your employees to work from home means fewer cars on the road, resul ting in less carbon dioxide being emitted into the air. If your em ployees must work in person, give them an incentive to ride their bikes, walk or take public transportation.

3. Do business with green businesses. Whenever possible, source goods and services that are sustainably produced and supplied. For example, work towards simplifying your sup ply chain by working with local, likeminded companies. Carbon-neutral vendors exist across every industry — you just have to look.

Never stop networking

For any stage of a personal venture, networking is key. Your network can be a great resource for land ing new investors, finding future employees, meeting

2. Go digital. If possible, make your bu siness paperless. For instance, cloud-

Canadian consumers are increasingly inclined to support businesses that do their part for the environment. There

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business, and while onboarding your first new hire is a small jump in numbers, it is a big leap in terms of business operations – there are many legal and regulatory requirements that come with this change, particularly when it comes to payroll.

Should your small business embrace alternative payment methods?

Seamless start date: Once you hire your first employee, as an employer you must validate the employee’s Social Insur ance Number within three days of the start date. You will also need the employee to complete various forms like the federal TD1 and other provincial forms to deter mine income tax withholdings.

This access helps reduce waste and you don’t have to spend money on paper and related items like prin ters, copiers, ink cartridges and filing cabinets.

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SUPPORTING SMALL BUSINESSES

Small businesses are more conscious than ever about how their actions im pact the environment. This Small Bu siness Week — October 16 to 22, 2022 — is the perfect opportunity to make lasting and sustainable changes to your business.

1. Offer remote positions. Allowing your employees to work from home means fewer cars on the road, resul ting in less carbon dioxide being emitted into the air. If your em ployees must work in person, give them an incentive to ride their bikes, walk or take public transportation.

2. Go digital. If possible, make your bu siness paperless. For instance, cloudcomputing software, like Google Apps, allows employees to share and access information anywhere.

3. Do business with green businesses. Whenever possible, source goods and services that are sustainably produced and supplied. For example, work towards simplifying your sup ply chain by working with local, likeminded companies. Carbon-neutral vendors exist across every industry — you just have to look.

Canadian consumers are increasingly inclined to support businesses that do their part for the environment. There fore, becoming more sustainable can help you boost your brand and inc rease your profits.

“Business owners are often shocked by the many legal and regulatory requirements that need to be consid ered when setting up payroll for a new employee,” says Peter Tzaneta kis, president of the National Payroll Institute. “We’ve got some key tips to share.”

Before you begin the payroll process, the Institute suggests you consider the following:

Set up for success: Employers must determine each worker’s status. Incor rectly assessing a worker’s status can lead to costly repercussions or penalties. Creating a clear employment contract, outlining salary rate, overtime rate, commission, bonus, stocks, vacation, statutory holidays and personal days is imperative from the get-go.

The world is becoming increasingly digital, and so is payment processing. Here’s what you should know about alternative payment methods (APMs) for small businesses.

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An APM is any form of payment that isn’t made using cash or a major cre dit card. Examples include cryptocur rencies like bitcoin, electronic wallets like PayPal and mobile wallets like Apple Pay.

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APMs can provide your business with a significant advantage over the compe tition. Here are three reasons to diver sify your payment options.

• Boost efficiency and sales. With APMs, customers don’t have to input

Ongoing delivery: Use a void cheque to establish direct deposit, and ensure employee has access to vital payroll infor mation. You may need employee consent on the preferred methods to deliver pay statements and/or tax forms.

The collaboration and innovative ideas that come with new employees is excit ing for small businesses, but take the time to understand the rules. Ensuring you have everything to successfully pay new employees and fulfill updated tax obliga tions will allow you to focus on growing your business.

Learn more about how to build busi ness health through strong payroll in the National Payroll Institute’s new e-book at payroll.ca/payrollcheckup.

all their information for each pur chase. This simplifies the checkout process and may result in more sales.

• Increase customer confidence. Of fering APMs ensures your customers can pay in ways that are convenient for them. This will help them feel at ease and demonstrate your commit ment to providing exceptional service.

• Save on expenses. APMs don’t in cur large transaction fees like credit cards. Therefore, you’ll save money when customers use them to make their purchases.

APMs can benefit your small business and help you grow your local, natio nal and global customer base.

Marauders Endure Wind And Penalties In Loss To Camrose

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Penalties and a strong frigid wind set a negative tone for the Marauders’ visit to Camrose last Tuesday.

Three penalties on the Marauders’ open ing possession and a punt pushed back by a gusty wind set up the Camrose Royals first of three opening quarter touchdowns. The Our Lady of Mount Pleasant team was held to a single major in the second quarter but had a 32-0 lead at half time.

While not racking up points, the Maraud ers did accumulate 11 penalties in the first half – about the same number as their previous two games combined. In contrast the Royals had three penalties in each of the second and fourth quarters.

The third quarter’s only touchdown came after a generous spot gave the Royals a first down on the Marauder 36. A stunned

Vermilion defence had to return to the field and the offence head back to the sidelines as the Marauders were sure they were taking over on downs. On the next play, the Marauders were flagged for offside. Then the Royals scored.

With their 40 point lead, the clock went to straight time at 7:48 of the third quarter.

The inequity in calls produced sounds of disgust on the bench that made it to the head ref’s ears, and he threw a flag. The objectionable conduct penalty was tacked on the kickoff. The Royals recovered the short kick. Then a dispirited Maraud ers group allowed the behemoth Bradley Rodin to slip behind coverage for another major.

The Royals also scored early in the final quarter giving them 54 points.

The Marauders broke the shutout after the ensuing kickoff. Colin Roach touched

the bouncing ball and an alert Owen Harder picked it up and fought his way close to the Camrose 40. The Royals were tagged for unnecessary roughness giving Vermilion a first down just 28 yards from the end zone.

After two incomplete passes and facing third down, the Marauders called a time out. Whether for a breather or to talk strat egy, Jayden Lenz called his own number and made a gritty run to the nine putting the Marauders first and goal.

Camrose blitzed for a double teamed sack and the Marauders found themselves six yards further away from paydirt. This time it was Roach who found a seam and scrambled to the three. Lenz called his own number again and made a determined plunge up the middle and over the goal line. Roach’s convert gave the Marauders eight points.

With less than five minutes left the Royals

tried long distance passes and were forced to punt after two incompletions. The game ended with an Ethan Scully rush.

Marauders points after: With so many kickoff returns, it’s not surprising that return ers picked up more yards on special teams than offense. Leading the way was Roach with 75 yards, Kolten Shepard had one 36-yard return and Harder, the clutch 40 yard return that led to the Marauders’ only score…Lenz was the leading rusher with close to 50 yards. Sheppard picked up 35 yards rushing and caught two passes for 25 more. Roach also had a 21 yard reception. Lenz was 3 for 10 on pass attempts…In addition to the crucial kickoff return, Harder was the top tackler followed by Harley Harms and Sheppard. Rookie Cole Krys also had a couple of key hits…Vermilion’s final regular season game is Thursday at home versus Vegreville.

Marauder quarterback Jayden Lenz slipped through the Royals line for a three-yard major in the fourth quarter in spite of the efforts of the Royals Jaxon Anderson and Wayde Cusack.

Owen Harder (75) battled through tacklers returning a kickoff to the Royals 40 setting up the Marauders only scoring drive. Above Curtis Williams (19) tries to track down Harder with Royals Stephen Raz (48) down and Marauder Blake Sheppard (4) looking on. Touchdown. Photos Cathy Wolters

BTPS Years Of Service And Retirement Celebration

On the evening of Wednesday, Octo ber 5th, over 150 staff from across the division came together for the first combined BTPS Years of Service and Retirement celebration event. The night was a great success.

The Board of Trustees hosted a dinner to recognize those staff who have had 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30 and 35 years of service to our students and schools. The evening was an opportunity to celebrate staff at various years of service within BTPS. It is a token of the division’s appreciation for all their contributions, commitment,

and hard work.

We also honoured 23 BTPS retirees at this event. Our Retirement Event is an opportunity for all BTPS staff to cele brate the journey of their colleagues who have supported our students, as well as pay tribute to everything they have achieved. We thank our retirees

and wish them all the very best in their next adventures.

We were thrilled to be able to cele brate our staff’s contributions and commitment to the division and our students. It was a great night to honour their efforts and highlight the work of our staff.

Clandonald Fall Supper

Clandonald was able to host one of this year’s first fall suppers on the weekend. Over 400 people attended and had an opportunity to interact and visit while enjoying a hot turkey supper with all the trimmings. The Clandonald Hall Committee wishes to thank all who donated food, helped with preparations and cooking, setting up the hall and donating funds towards renovations, as well as all who attended. Your support is appreciated! Photo submitted

Synergy Credit Union Invests In The Modernization Of WHT Mead Building

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(Vermilion, Alta.) Synergy Credit Union has contributed $150,000 to the rejuvenation of the WHT Mead Build ing at Lakeland College’s Vermilion campus.

This gift reinforces Synergy’s longterm commitment to Lakeland College and the region and ensures students and future leaders of collaborative spaces they need to learn, lead, and manage.

Synergy’s donation contributes to the modernization and expansion of the WHT Mead Building and supports Lakeland programs and applied research efforts. The building is home to more than 600 agricultural sciences students with more growth expected. Enrolment in agriculture programming has increased 200 per cent in the last 12 years.

“Our friends at Synergy Credit Union are investing in our students and the future of our region. Their gift ensures that Lakeland students learn in a modernized environment that encourages innovation and

excellence. We appreciate Synergy’s continued support of Lakeland and our students and alumni,” says Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president, and CEO of Lakeland College.

In recognition of Synergy’s gift, a lecture hall in the WHT Mead Building has been named the Synergy Credit Union Lecture Theatre.

“Attracting and retaining a talented workforce is a key driver of economic development. Lakeland College plays an integral role in educating and devel oping leaders of the future to aide in the long-term sustainability of the communities Synergy serves,” says Glenn Stang, Synergy CEO. “We are honored to support Lakeland College.”

Every year since 1993, Synergy has generously contributed to Lakeland initiatives and events. Capital projects, student awards, and events such as Feast on the Farm and Rustlers Golf Tournament have all received support from Synergy. Since 2015, Synergy has sponsored Synergy Speakers’ Corner, an activity for students to sharpen their public speaking and leadership skills. Synergy is also

supporting the Two-Fold Films proj ect about Lakeland Rustlers Women’s Basketball team and the impact of not competing at the 2021 national cham pionships due to COVID-19.

Synergy also hires Lakeland grad uates, and Synergy representatives serve as guest speakers and program advisory committee members at the college.

A milestone in campus renewal, the WHT Mead Building is an academic hub infused with a blend of techno logical sophistication and agricultural tradition to support in-person and virtual learning. Students are able to perfect the practical skills Lakeland is known for and industry wants.

About Synergy Credit Union Synergy is a member-owned financial institution serving more than 29,000 voting and non-voting members from 10 communities within northwestern Saskatchewan. Synergy is the fourth largest credit union in the province of Saskatchewan and is one of the leading credit unions in Canada with $1.81 billion in on- and off-balance sheet assets. Synergy

provides core banking services through our traditional branch network, the Canada-wide ‘ding free’ AccuLink ATM network, MemberDirect® online banking, Live Chat, mobile web, and app banking, as well as through call ing our Member Contact Centre. More complex and advanced services, such as financial advice and analysis, are delivered by specialists who may be in select branches or available to meet in a location of the member’s choice, by request.

About Lakeland College

Established in 1913, Lakeland College is a place of possibility that serves close to 6,000 students every year at its campuses in Vermil ion, Alta., and Lloydminster, Alta./ Sask., and through online and offsite programs and courses. Lake land offers programming in the areas of agricultural sciences, business, energy, environmental sciences, fire and emergency services, health and wellness, human services, interior design technology, trades and tech nology, university transfer and founda tional learning.

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If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your claim by November 28, 2022 and provide details of your claim with KENYON LAW OFFICE at 5042 - 49 Avenue Vermilion, Alberta T9X 1B7

If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.

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Leona McNeil sent in this photo of the moon east of Vermilion. Photo submitted

Growing Older At Home

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Town of Vermilion Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) partnered with the Vermilion Rural Mental Health Proj ect to host an information session at the Vermilion Senior Centre on October12th.

This is the third session that has been hosted. A nice lunch was provided by Lasting Impressions for over 50 guests. Katie White and Bethany Villas, Occu pational Therapists from Alberta Health Services highlighted the physical aids available to assist with mobility and safety while living at home. These items can be loaned or purchased with the assistance

from Alberta Aids to Daily Living. The most common injuries at home are due to slips, trips, and falls. Balance exercises were demonstrated for main taining muscle strength.

If you have further ques tions about this topic, contact Vermilion Home Care at 780.853.5270 or Senior Support Coordi nator, Shirley McRobert at 780.581.2414 or email smcrobert@vermilion.ca

Ag For Life To Host 9th Annual Harvest Gala

Ag for Life

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Celebrating Alberta Agriculture Calgary, Alta—After a two-year hiatus due to COVID, Agriculture for Life (Ag for Life) is excited to once again host the popular Harvest Gala; a special event celebrating Alberta agriculture and the people who produce it.

This year marks the 9th annual Harvest Gala, where over 325 industry and community leaders will experience the scrumptious tastes of locally produced agriculture foods and enjoy the opportunity to network, all while support ing youth agriculture and safety education in Alberta.

The event will take place the evening of Friday, October 28 at Heritage Park in Calgary, AB. To date, Ag for Life has delivered agricul ture education to over half a million individuals in communities across the province. All proceeds from this event will be used to support the deliv ery of Ag for Life’s inclusive programs focused on agricultural education and rural and farm safety.

Agriculture has always been a central part of Alberta’s economy and culture. Ag for Life is encouraging individuals and organizations to join them in celebrating Alberta’s agriculture story. By doing so, you are directly supporting agriculture education and the next generation of aggies in our province.

More information on the Harvest Gala and tickets can be found on Ag for Life’s website. Please visit: www.agricultureforlife.ca/harvestgala

About Ag for Life

Ag for Life (Agriculture for Life) has the mandate to deliver educational programming designed to improve rural and farm safety while building public understanding around the agri cultural industry.

Ag for Life is made possible through the fund ing and commitment of companies that employ almost 20,000 people in more than 350 Alberta communities. Founding Members include AdFarm, Glacier FarmMedia, Nutrien, Rocky Mountain Equipment and UFA Co-operative Limited. Find out more at agricultureforlife.ca

PUBLIC NOTICE

TO OWNERS OF THE TOWN OF VERMILION, PROVINCE OF ALBERTA

SECTION 251 - THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Town of Vermilion, in the Province of Alberta, has given first reading to borrowing Bylaw No. 6-2022 which will, upon final passage and approval, authorize the proper officers of the Town of Vermilion to borrow monies from the Province of Alberta or an authorized Financial Institution by way of debentureissue, to pay for the cost of the following municipal purpose(s),namely the construction of a Broadband Network within the limits of the said municipality; The total cost of the aforesaid project amounts to $2,400,000. The net amount to be borrowed on the credit and security of the municipality at large by the issue of debentures is $2,400,000. The debentures are to be repayable to the Province of Alberta or authorized Financial Institution in Fifty (50)equal consecutive semi-annual instalments of combined principal andinterest, the semi-annual interest not to exceed eight per centum (8%),or the interest rate as fixed from time to time by the Province of Alberta

NOW THEREFORE NOTICE is hereby given by the Council of the Town of Vermilion that, unless a petition of the owners for a vote on Bylaw No. 6-2022 is demanded, as provided for by the terms of Section 231 of the Municipal Government Act, the said Council may pass the said borrowing bylaw. All persons interested are hereby notified and they are required to govern themselves accordingly. DATED at the Town of Vermilion, in the Province of Alberta, this 18th day of October, 2022.

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A gaggle of geese stopped south of Vermilion. Their trip will continue to a warmer area for the winter. Photo Sue Chikie

Shannon Stubbs Appointed Opposition Shadow Minister For Natural Resources

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Shannon Stubbs, Member of Parliament for Lakeland, was appointed by the new Conser vative and Official Opposition leader, Pierre Poilievre, as the Conservative Shadow Minister for Natural Resources.

“Thank you to our new Conservative leader, Pierre Poilievre, for your trust and the opportunity to serve as Shadow Minister for Natural Resources. The diverse and multifaceted natural resources sector is a core pillar of the Canadian economy, and I look forward to continuing to champion the work ers and communities who are its lifeblood. Canada’s wealth of energy, mineral, and forestry development and expertise is central to our country’s future and bestows Canada a unique role in the world on energy security as an environmentally responsible, democratic, and transparent producer. I also look forward to working closely with my colleague from Quebec, MP Gérard Deltell, in his new role as

Shadow Minister for Environment and Climate Change.

“Conservatives will advocate to make both traditional and new energy options more afford able and accessible by removing gatekeepers, and by bringing costs and red tape down, and project approvals up, with the aim to ensure production, transportation, and export infra structure can actually get built. While Prime Minister Justin Trudeau makes energy more expensive for Canadians, and helps other coun tries by driving money, jobs and businesses away, Conservatives will put Canadian natural resources first, and bring money, jobs, and busi nesses home.

“Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has no prob lem with traditional sources of energy – every where other than Canada, and especially under despotic regimes with nowhere near Canada’s environmental standards or track record. The consequences of Liberal policies give money and leverage to brutal dictatorships by killing billions of dollars worth of LNG and pipeline

Upcoming Library Programs

Vermilion Public Library

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The Shared Shelf Book Club

Calling all book lovers! Meet at the Vermilion Library for some lively book discussion and a chance to connect and socialize. This is a book club for those who love to discuss books but don’t want to be told what to read. A “sharewhat-you’re-reading” format with every person given a chance to recommend any book they enjoyed reading recently. The first meeting is scheduled on Tuesday, October 25 @ 6:00pm in the Library Meeting Room. Attend the startup meeting to offer your input on scheduling future meetings, including best day/time. Hope to see you there!

Photography Composition and Edit Session by Rob Snow

Bring some photographs on your laptop, tablet or smartphone to Vermilion Library and learn some tips about photo composition and editing using your device’s existing soft ware. You are also welcomed to bring your camera for a brief rundown of exposure and composition.

Thursday, October 27th @6:30pm in the library meeting room. Registration is required for this program. For further information & to regis ter visit: https://www.vplibrary.ca/programs/robsnow. Limited spaces available. This program is free. Stop by the library to see Rob’s photogra phy, on display until the end of October.

infrastructure projects in Canada. The growth and export of Canadian oil and gas puts money into clean tech and green innovation, but the Liberals actually push global pollution up, and businesses out, leaving Canada without self sufficiency, and unable to support European allies who are in desperate need of more energy.

“Stalled or abandoned projects in oil and gas, nuclear, mineral development, and forestry are the result of NDP-Liberal anti energy, anti private sector legislation and policies. The natu ral resources sector can sustain hundreds of thousands of jobs, contribute billions towards the Canadian economy and all three levels of government, and drives the majority of private sector investment in clean and alternative tech nologies, but the federal government must get out of the way. In May 2022, the Alberta Court

of Appeal ruled that the wide ranging, damaging Bill C-69 was unconstitutional, but the federal government refuses to eliminate it, even when all provinces are united in opposition to it and are appealing in the Supreme Court.

“I have served in this role previously, and of course am keenly aware how important the natu ral resources sector, along with agriculture, is to the people and communities across Lakeland and Alberta. I will continue to champion and bust myths about the world class work of the employ ees, suppliers, and producers in responsible oil and gas development across the province.

“Our inflation-busting Conservative team with Pierre Poilievre will work hard to make life more affordable and to put the people first, their paycheques, their savings, their homes and their country, and to turn hurt into hope.”

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