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Cora DeVos originally from Cambridge Bay, Nunavut has been living and work ing in Vermilion for the past five years at Western Financial Group, but also has a successful photography business under the name Little Inuk Photography. DeVos specializes in Women’s Portraiture and also captures events, such as weddings and engagements, etc. The only photog raphy she doesn’t do is infants.

DeVos has been in the photogra phy business for the past 12 years and is currently part of a project called the Inuit Tattoo Revitalization Project since 2016 which is led by her best friend. She explained that she captures Indigenous and Inuit celebrations as well as cultural activities especially that of Inuit women

receiving or with their traditional tattoo markings.

“My best friend took it upon herself to learn the art of tattooing, so what we do is we go into Inuit communities where she brings a few different tattoo artists and I document the women’s journeys in getting their traditional markings and in the end we celebrate with a photo shoot,” explained DeVos. She went on to explain the importance of the women receiving their traditional line markings because it was something that was taken from their culture due to colonization and the resi dential schools.

DeVos explains that she came up with the Gold Series after watching music videos where she saw the lead singer of the Cranberries dressed in gold and thought she needed to capture the

beauty of Inuit women with their markings covered in gold through her lens.

“The Gold Series celebrates Inuit women and our markings. It was some thing that was taken from us and now it is coming back into our culture. When we started there were about three women who had traditional markings before the revitalization project was born and now there are hundreds if not thousands of us that now have our traditional markings, and it is bringing a whole generation that is going to be growing up with these traditional mark ings and it is being part of our culture again,” explained DeVos.

After DeVos had captured some of the women with the gold dust she posted them to her Facebook and Instagram accounts where they were somehow

seen by the Vancouver Maritime Museum who contacted her in regards to placing her photos in an exhibit that will show from October of this year until April 2023.

“It’s been kind of crazy, I shared the Gold Series on my Facebook and Insta gram pages and somehow the Museum stumbled upon me and when they first contacted me I thought it was someone playing a joke on me,” chuckle DeVos, she said that she currently has 20 pieces in the exhibit which is titled Souls Ignited Empowering the Voices of our Ances tors. DeVos also noted that through the Revitalization Project they have also published a book called Reawakening Our Ancestor’s Lines in 2018 and that Chatelaine Magazine is also publishing a seven-page spread on her Gold Series in their November issue.

A portrait from Cora DeVos ‘s Gold Series featured in the Vancouver Maritime Museum. Photo Little Inuk Photography Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Lakeland College Emergency Training Centre (ETC) held an on-site practicum for Emergency Services Tech nology (EST) students on October 26.

Many of the students have spent the past eight months at the school and will go on to do a one month ambulance practi cum after their celebration of learning

EST On-Site Practicum

November 10.

ETC Dean, Shawn McKerry said this course is the most prestigious for an entry level firefighter and offers two streams; fire and medical.

“The most advantageous piece of the medical stream is it opens a lot more doors for employment in Alberta. A lot of fire departments in the province are integrated fire and Emergency Medical Services.

McKerry graduated in 2006 from the program and has been back since July

With only one and a half weeks left in the course, students Braden Gatschene (from Edmonton) and Dakota Dawson (from Thompson, Manitiba) said Lake land College appealed to then because of the facilities and infrastructure on the field including an ocean range, fire tower, smoke tower, etc.

“We did our best to simulate with the use of two ambulances that were staffed, stocked, and running, and performed scenarios around the field working with other classmates as patients,” said

Mock scenes for the day included a 26-year-old women who had beaten by her husband with a crowbar, and a man in his mid-20s who lost a fight, had a large gash

Students said the woman acted para noid and scared with multiple injuries and they had to reassure her, while with the man they had to talk to him and help him understand that it really wasn’t up to him.

The other scenario involved a mock plane crash where they assisted members from Rocky View County doing their Fire Officer 800 practical skills and evaluation. This mock scenario had 16 patients so they radioed to assist with the extrications.

“We had practised multiple casualties but never to that scale. The most interest ing part was learning how to communicate and working with people who are in the industry,” said Gatschene.

“That one was different because we had command through the Incident Command System (ICS). Rather than having our instructors relay information, I got thrown into EMS supervisor role; we’ve never really done that before,” said Dakota.

They also learned that when stocking the ambulance, you can’t leave saline over night or it will be frozen. They pointed out that everything expires; gauze, tubing, and fluid. Dakota said that paramedics aren’t allowed to drive the ambulance as fast as they want, and Gatschene said they have to learn basic mechanical upkeep doing checks and stocking at the start of every shift.

“The human body is very interesting. General health and wellness is very impor tant; taking care of yourself properly includ ing eating healthy, proper sleep, communi cation, and mental health,” said Dawson.

Already having complete their hospital practicum at the Vermilion Health Centre, they said they really enjoyed working with actual patients by starting IVs, etc., because typically when they worked on their classmates the sense of urgency was

“Becoming a paramedic is one of several way to give back to the commu nity,” said Gatschene. “Everyday is differ ent; you think on your feet and it is never boring. This is a profession you do not fall

“Job security is another reason to be involved; there will always be a need for it. I don’t think that everyone can do it. It takes a special person, a certain matu rity and mental fortitude to deal with what paramedics see during pre-hospital care,”

McKerry said the students will be competing with 100 other applicants for five positions in the industry as it is very competitive. Both Dawnson and Gatschene are completing the medical stream but took extra courses so they will have fire certification as well.

Both streams of students worked together to create a haunted house for community members to enjoy from Octo ber 25-27. Having been a tradition in the past, they wanted to give back and hope it continues to grow the bond between ETC students and the community.

“In years past one of the classes became involved by supporting a play ground which began the whole process of getting students engaged in the commu nity,” said McKerry. “Knowing this class is set up for more success going out into the industry, we hope they will go out being community minded. It is not far off what the industry expects as well. A fire station is a critical piece of infrastructure in a commu nity. If one is flourishing, the other one is as well.”

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Vermilion Public Library hosted their AGM on October 26, and viewed a lift proposal presentation by Universal Consulting Group Ltd. (UCG).

Board members and guests viewed two potential designs for lifts near either the front entrance (Option 1) or the back entrance (Option 2). Estimated to be approximately $250,000$350,000, chair Justin Thompson said the project was not intended to move forward right away, but rather to be shovel ready after they proceed with grant applications.

Architectural technologist, Alissa Gagnon, said they are looking at different kinds of lifts/ limited use elevator models. For Option 1, they will have to extend the exterior concrete over to the after hours access adding stairs as well 60 inches for a proper turn radius and acces sibility needs. Option 2 would require a whole new ramp.

“Option 1 would allow for Stuart’s office to be converted into an after hours computer space and after hours book sign out, where as Option 2 does not have that option. We have not gone into costing options yet but both would be a very similar number in the end,” said Kevin Jacques, UCG partner and senior technologist. “Honestly I think Option 1 is the best option; it takes more

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Library AGM

floor space but is more functional.”

Councillor Robert Pulyk was visiting the AGM and mentioned with the town beginning their budget deliberations and projections over the next 4-5 years, that he wanted the rough ballpark estimate to be submitted to the Town so they could be aware and discuss it as he felt it was a capital expenditure that would be of interest.

Under their new plan of service, the library works to support and enhance local sustain ability, connecting to individuals with different interests so they can start a business or local club. Technology has been helping them; for example, a new door swing counter tracks how often people visit the library. They also work to connect patrons to the digital world by offering training resources and technology for people to pursue their interests (so the staff don’t have to teach but can provide access).

With so much interest and community work stations being their most readily used service, they are also looking at ways to provide 24-hour access. They are also looking to expand programming to other age groups and interests.

Aside from books, people can take out items from the library’s movie collection, video games or consoles, cameras and recording equip ment, devices to measure electrical usage from outlets in your home, or a code-a-pillar (to help

children learn to computer program).

“This year there were 722 library cards regis tered. You don’t need a card to use the comput ers or attend programs. The average library user saves approximately $1,000 by using Vermilion Public Library because with over 37,000 in total circulation, the average cost of an item is $19, and the average person borrows 52 items per year; a membership is only $15 so it is a tremendous value,” said Manager, Stuart Pauls.

During elections, Justin Thompson was named the chairperson by acclimation, Anna Giesbrecht was named treasurer by acclimation, and Maxine Hancock was named vice chair.

“You are doing a great job of providing services; the library is an important part of our community, and the funding is money well spent,” said guest, Councillor Robert Pulyk.

“Being my first year on the board, I never knew much about libraries before so it’s been an amazing learning curve seeing the work that is done, and how we can make the library more vibrant in the community,” said Councillor Kirby Whitlock.

Mayor Greg Throndson also attended the AGM as a guest and said, “I’ve never been and it was very informative. Stuart has a lot of great ideas; he is very dedicated to this place and it is excellent to see for the town.”

Allied Arts Presents Luke McMaster

sound fuses early soul with contempo rary R&B.

Are you looking for some soulful tenor music? Then look no further. The Vermil ion Allied Arts is featuring Luke McMaster - Icons of Soul at the Lakeland College Alumni Theatre in Vermilion on Novem ber 6.

McMaster is a Toronto-based singer, songwriter and producer who has taken his Motown-influenced style to a new level according to several websites. It is said that McMaster’s signature pop

According to his website McMaster has been thrilling audiences since his early days on the music scene as half of the Canadian pop duo McMaster & James. He made his mark in 2013 as a solo artist with his hit song ‘Good Morning Beauti ful’ which was co-written with Jim Brick man who is a multi-Platinum American and Grammy-nominated recording artist. McMaster was also named BellMedia Emerging Artist for the hit the same year.

The ICONS of Soul is said to marry his contemporary songwriting with legend ary hit songwriters including Felix Cava liere (The Rascals) and Lamont Dozier (responsible for the countless hits for The Supremes, The Fourtops, Marvin Gaye and more.

As a songwriter, McMaster has multi ple credits for notable artists such as Rihanna, Nick Lachey (98 Degrees), Jesse Labelle, Eva Avila and Marc Jordan, with numerous placements and projects for film and TV.

McMaster’s Icons of Soul is said, “to be the ultimate, authentic musi cal experience of contemporary blueeyed soul.” And you will be treated with music co-written with iconic Motown songwriters, as well as favourites from McMasters’ 20 plus year catalogue. Tickets are available through e-transfer at vermilionalliedarts@gmail.com or avail able for purchase at Fantasy Flowers on mainstreet Vermilion at the rate of $25 per ticket. The show starts on November 6 at 3 p.m. so get them while they last.

From left, Library board members Maxine Hancock, Justin Thompson, Joan Mudryk, Councillor Joshua Rayment, Alva Andersen, and Councillor Kirby Whitlock. Photo Angela Mouly

Brussel Sprouts

Dawn Hames Columnist

Brussel Sprouts are so healthy. They do taste slightly bitter, so this recipe with a dressing and bacon, make them taste amazing. Brus sels sprouts can be boiled or steamed. Cooked brussel spouts can be eaten with just butter, salt and pepper. Brussels sprout are cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage. Brus sel Sprouts contain important nutrients that do three things in our bodies to aid in cancer prevention. Nutrients in brussels sprouts 1.) help our bodies detoxify, and 2.) they provide needed antioxidants and 3.) are anti-inflammatory. Brussel Sprouts are an excellent source of vitamin K

and vitamin C and vitamin A and are full many other nutrients.Surprisingly brussel sprouts contain almost as much Vitamin C as an orange. Brussel Sprouts contain Alpha Lipoic Acid, which helps to balance glucose levels in the blood, and increase insulin sensitivity. Brussels sprouts are a good source of soluble fiber.

Sweet and Savory Brussel Sprouts

4 cups of brussels sprouts

5 slices of bacon cooked and chopped

2 tablespoons maple syrup

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon pepper

1/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries

Cook the Brussel sprouts in salted boiling water until tender, about 7- 8

minutes, drain. Cook the bacon until crisp, chop when cooked. Cut the larger brussel sprouts in halve lengthwise when cooled enough to handle. In a bowl whisk

together the maple syrup, mustard, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper. Toss together the brussels sprouts, dressing, bacon and cranberries.

Barb Wire Entanglements As A Protest

Craig Baird Columnist

In January 1922, a local Vermil ion farmer was in a dispute with the

federal government after a road was built across one corner of his land.

According to the farmer, he was not consulted about it and was not happy about the road.

So, he decided that the best thing to do was to block the road, which was heavily used by travelers going from Vermilion to Edmonton.

He took barbed wire and created an entanglement across the road to prevent cars from driving the road. This made many drivers unhappy

as the blockade would require them to detour a considerable distance in order to reach their destination. Driv ers have to drive through eight gates before reaching the main road once again.

Prior to reaching the blockade, driv ers top a short and sharp hill and there is no time to halt the car before reach ing the blockade. Mr. Olmstead, coming from Vermilion, struck the barbed wire with his car and his vehicle sustained considerable damage as a result.

On the Edmonton side of the road, three large trees were dragged across and were reinforced with barb-wire. The farmer had to use a four-horse team in order to get the blockade in place. At the spot of the blockade, there was also an embankment that

was 50 feet deep and many believed that someone hitting that blockade on the Edmonton side would be seri ously injured if their car rolled into the embankment.

The Alberta Provincial Police were expected to be on the scene of the blockade before long to remove it and travelers were warned that they should avoid the area until the blockade was removed.

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Helen Row Toews Columnist Quick fixes

Have you ever searched for a way to temporarily mend equipment or quickly solve a diffi cult problem? When you own and oper ate a farm, it happens all the time. My dad was a master. He could strap down, piece together, wire up, snip, fabricate and hold at bay anything he needed. I’ve watched the man construct a cattle gate from nothing more than some binder twine, a stick, and three nails.

Nonetheless, I think we’ve all faced this problem at one point or another. Some repair ideas are ingenious, such as when a friend fixed a failing tailpipe on my car by strapping it up with an old Campbell’s soup can and two clamps.

Others are born of necessity, like when I had to park my boyfriend’s manual trans mission Trans AM on a hill so I could get it rolling from the open door, lunge into the driver’s seat, and pop the clutch to

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start it. That wasn’t easily accomplished in stilettoes, but I managed. Then, when it roared to life, there was an added bonus: the thrill of accomplishment and a throng of impressed onlookers. At least, I think they were impressed. Perhaps they were thinking, “Who’s the knucklehead pushing a car in a dress?”

Another perfect example of patching something up to keep it past its prime is a lawnmower my husband, Tom, tenderly cares for. That lawnmower is older than me, which is pretty bloody old if you think about it. The thing’s an antique! I am a little bitter, though. I don’t believe he’s ever once patted me on the head and said, “Good job, honey,” like he does with his garden equipment.

However, I have to say Tom is a handy guy. He recently repaired my shoe by cutting a lump of plastic from some old roof racks and shaping it to resemble the missing heel with his pocket knife. He then stuck it in place with a glob of glue, named after a giant ape, and used a black felt marker to match the colour. Ingenious right? Of course, I did run into a bit of trouble when it rained, and I was

forced to walk through several puddles to make an appointment. (Dripping black ink across a bank floor isn’t cool.) Also, the heel was ever-so-slightly thicker, causing me to walk with a decided limp, but that’s beside the point. It worked!

Here’s the ultimate in acting on the spur of the moment to save the day. Once, when I was riding home in the work truck with my boss, Dave, and several other men, he lurched to a halt on Highway 16. Leaping from the vehi cle, he barreled across 4-lanes of traffic and a wide median, clutching a coffee cup and thermos to his chest.

What the heck?

Then I saw the problem. The back seat of a west bound car was on fire, and people were huddled on the pavement, wring ing their hands in despair! Without a thought for personal

safety, my fearless boss pounded up to the scene and dashed the contents of both containers on the blaze, quenching the flames and saving the day. (It was a big thermos).

Of course, just before he tossed away a perfectly good cup of coffee, he paused beside the fearsome flare to hastily glug down one last swallow. That’s not only a fine example of a quick fix, it’s also a thirst-quenching and economical use of java.

Well done!

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The

KidSafe Halloween Party

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een option for children, parents, grandpar ents, aunts, uncles, etc. to participate in.

Organizer Shirley Wonsik said, “With the help of all the volunteers and businesses we were able to pull off this event which provided a safe option for the children of Mannville and their families to attend. It is because of them it is the success it has been. I won’t name all the helpers who rolled up their sleeves and jumped in mightily, the kids who did grande jobs as well. You all helped to make KidSafe Halloween an unqualified success, thank you.”

The KidSafe Halloween party provided families the opportunity to participate in many Halloween activities such as a squeaky pig toss, marshmallow run, craft ing, prize draws, and of course a Hallow een costume grand march. The event was family-friendly with just a $2 admission, with infants to 3 years old, grandparents and seniors for free. The variety of treats

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such as spooky cupcakes, cookies, and worms and dirt ice cream were also very reasonably priced at just $1-$2 each, while a hotdog and chips was $3.

“The supporters of the Halloween event was huge and included businesses such as 881 Confectionery, Bauers Auto, Cabin Lake Welding, Cornerstone Co-op, Crocus Coullee Reworn, Good Anchor Charo lais, H.A.F. Oilfield Services, Head Over Heelz, iTax Business Solutions, Kellys Massage, Lil Critter Croft, Mannville Car Wash, Mannville Golf Course, Mannville IDA Drug Store, Mannville Liquor Store, Obvious Enterprises, Pennecon/Ennel, Reflections Funeral Home, Remax- Prai rie, Riel Industries, Royal Purple #205, Shellys Window, Shine, Something Sweet, Sunflower Restaurant, Sweets n Treats, Time And Again Boutique, UFA, the Vermilion Credit Union, Gilbert Roofing, Village of Mannville, Vintage Market, and Wessels” commented Wonsik.

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The children in attendance at the KidSafe Halloween party. Photos Lorna Hamilton

From left, attendee Julianna, event organizer Shirley Wonsik, and Mannville Credit Union Branch Manager Mike Myhovich.

Bowtell Hall Halloween And Re-Opening Celebration

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Bowtell Community Hall was built in 1905 and operated as a single room school house until 1946 or 47 according to President of the Bowtell Community Hall, Scott Sherwood. In 1949 the building was turned over as a community hall by the Bowtell Asso ciation. In its 117 year existence the

building didn’t receive a lot of improve ments except for new shingles, but due to receiving some funding from the Provincial government Facility Enhancement Program the hall was able to receive a new roof and siding (the siding was the original since the building was originally built).

“Hopefully with these improvements this little place can last another 117

years,” said Sherwood.

On October 29 after being closed since the beginning of the pandemic the Community Hall hosted a Hallow een party in conjunction with a re-open ing and renovation celebration. Attend ees who included children dressed in a variety of Halloween costumes enjoyed an afternoon of activities and a potluck supper which was supplied by the attendees.

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dmisnter MLA Garth Rowswell and County Councillor Stacey Hryciuk were both in attendance for the re-opening.

“This is the second time I have been here this year and up until that point I have never been. I am glad to see the renovations has gone well, the work you guys do helps out along the way. I am really happy to have been invited,” commented Rowswell.

Hryciuk commented that she is so happy to be a part of this little commu nity.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 11

Now that COVID restrictions have been lifted we will be honouring Remembrance Day as per preCOVID.

Purchase of Poppies will still be available at most business locations in the community and at the Legion starting October 28th. Legion members will be visiting local businesses for the purchase of wreaths and or donations starting October 22nd.

Donations to the Poppy fund can be made at the Legion or to the Legion members that will be stopping at businesses. All donations made from this area stay in this area.

Remembrance Day Ceremony November 11 th

We will be assembling at the Cenotaph at 10:45 a.m. Ceremony to start at 10:55 a.m.

We will be placing the Federal Government, Provincial Government, Town of Vermilion and the Vermilion Legion Branch 11 Wreaths during the Cenotaph ceremony. The laying of private family, businesses, and any other wreaths can be laid after the laying of the Government wreaths.

Following the ceremony at the Cenotaph please join us at the Legion for an inside ceremony, followed by a lunch.

We at the Vermilion Legion Branch 11 thank you for your continued support of Remembrance Day Please let’s all do our part to Honour our Fallen Comrades in this time of uncertainty.

Top photo, children at the Halloween party. Bottom photo, MLA Garth Rowswell and County Councillor Stacey Hryciuk. Photos Lorna Hamilton

Vic Juba Presents

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Vic Juba Community Theatre have been banging out performance after perfor mance since the COVID Restrictions have been lifted and in the next month will be featuring well-known Canadian artists and performers on November 12th and 28th and yet another production by Paquette Produc tions on November 8.

The first of the three performances is presented by Paquette Productions with the re-creation of ‘The Australian Bee Gees Show-A Tribute to the Bee Gees.’ Direct from Las Vegas. This show is said to be Saturday Night Fever all over again with one of the most successful and adored acts in musical history being recreated live in concert. It is said that, “The performers’ authentic take on the trio’s clothes, style and moves showcase five decades of the Brothers Gibb’s success as rock and disco legends, while the audi ence grooves to their memorable music and are immersed in the disco era. “ The Bee Gees Fan Club, USA commented, “In my opinion they are the best Bee Gees tribute in the world.”

Then on November 12 internationally celebrated artist Jess Moskaluke continues to break barriers in the country music world and is described as having a big voice with pop-infused hooks and sonic versatility.

According to her website Moskaluke is the first Canadian female country artist since Shania Twain to achieve CRIA Platinum single status with her hit ‘Cheap Wine and Cigarettes,’ and has since obtained CRIA Gold certifications for ‘Take Me Home”, ‘Kiss Me Quiet’ and recognition for her feature on Paul Brandt’s ‘I’m An Open Road.’ Moska luke has also been the first Canadian female country artist since 2008 to have a song in the Top 3, and has another six Top 10 hits, and her first number one song ‘Country Girls.’

Moskauke has been a multiple award winning artist with a 2017 JUNO award for Country Album of the Year, a 2018 CCMA Award winner for Album of the Year and a three-time consecutive CCMA Female Artist of the Year, she is the first resident of Saskatchewan in the history of the awards to achieve this title. Her award list contin ues to grow as she is a 2017 SOCAN Award

winner, and the 2020 WCM Award winner for ‘Country Artist of the Year with ‘Country Girls’ topping the charts, and the list goes on and on.

Moskaluke will also be joined by multi ple award-winning country artist and 2021 SiriusXM ‘Top of Country’ winner Tyler Joe Miller who quickly made a name for himself in the Canadian Country music scene.

Looking for a country Christmas show? Then Terri Clark’s “It’s Christmas …Cheers” may be a show you would like to take in on November 28. Clark is bringing her first Chritmas tour to Canada and it is full of familiar hits and holiday favourites from the CCMA Hall of Fame member and her band.

Clark who hails from Medicine Hat started playing for tips at Tootsie’s Orchid Lounge which is described as a legendary honkytonk bar across the alley from Nashville’s

place in the history books of country music.” Her website also states that Clark was inducted into the Canadian Country Music Hall of Fame in September of 2018, Is a 3-time JUNO Award winner who also holds the honour of being the only Canadian female member of the legendary Grand Ole Opry. And she has been named CCMA Female Vocalist of the Year five times while also taking home eight CCMA Fan’s Choice Awards.

In a quote from Clark, she states, “Christ mas has always been my favourite time of year. I released my first Christmas album in 2020, so this year is the first opportunity that I’ve had since then to play some of these holiday favourites live. I’m very excited to bring some Christmas “Cheers” and a few familiar hits to select markets in Canada this year. It’s truly home for the holidays.”

Angela Mouly Reporter

Vermilion River Adult Learning (CLASS) held their AGM on October 26. Created by the late Art Boggs amidst the Vietnam War, the organization is looking forward to celebrating their 50th Anniver sary in April, 2023.

Gary Walsh shared that the organization had received a $99,609 Community Adult Learning Program (CALP) Grant from Alberta Advanced Education as their main funding for the 2021-2022 year. Their budget for 2022-2023 shows an addi tional CALP amount of $36,947.

“All CALP’S in Alberta could apply for the expanded grant and we are happy to be a recipi ent. We have split it into two fiscal years so that the $36,948 next year will carry us until 2024. It can definitely help us with programming, furni ture, equipment, etc.,” said CAO Jalene Mauws.

had another quiet year as expected while our programs were limited, but CLASS did its best to support the learners we had.”

As required, they held three English Language/ Literacy (ELL) learning and Digital Literacy learn ing programs, with seven ELL learners. Some other fun events they mentioned included receiv ing positive feedback when they participated in The Race of Vermilion (having passed out clues

to 80 people). They hosted baby showers for two of their ESL students (1st and 2nd babies) which neither of the women had ever experienced before. CLASS also held a pumpkin carving contest where the staff selected the top three and the public voted online for the winner.

“Thank you to all of our board members, volun teers, partners, contributors, and participants for making lifelong learning successful here in the County of Vermilion River.

Some of the board members have been involved for over 20 years. Alva Andersen’s term as chair was completed, and Gary Walsh was nominated as the new board chair. Being that he was the previ ous treasurer, Andersen accepted her new role as treasurer. Fred Matthews and Elizabeth Myhovich joined the board, and Leanne Martin joined the nominating committee.

Myhovich began teaching Spanish with CLASS in 2008 and said, “I love learning and I love teaching. For me teaching Spanish is a continuation of my teaching career. It’s amazing to watch the students learn; I love seeing how they light up when they figure out they can actually say something in Span ish. I also understand the struggles of ESL, having come from Mexico. It’s never too late to learn.”

Fred Matthews said he became involved with adult education through his background of work in

safety. “As an Indigenous person, I view education as the new buffalo; it’s what is going to help our people survive. Regard less of whom you are or what culture you come from it is self sustaining (it gives people a hand up instead of a hand out).”

With oil and gas and agriculture being lead ing industries in north east Alberta, he sees potential for future expansion into safety education, offering basic skills for citizens enter ing new employment roles. CLASS is excited about their programs that have expanded into the region (Paradise Valley) and resuming their community outreach/ arts programming in the future.

More Performances To See In November

Lorna Hamilton

Reporter

With so many things now fully open since the COVID shutdown performances are everywhere for people to attend. The Best Western Camrose Resort Casino will be featuring Darren Lee & The Memphis Flash on Thursday, November 3.

Darren Lee is a Canadian performer who has won the World Elvis contest in 1997 in Memphis on the 20th anniversary of Elvis’s passing and since then has never looked back starring in the Vegas ensem ble show, where his stunning portrayal of Elvis has brought fans to their feet with his powerful tribute to the King. You can purchase just tickets to the show for

$69 per person or for $268.90 you can have the pack age deal which includes a standard hotel room and 2 tickets to the show. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with an optional buffet dinner at 6:30 and the Darren Lee & the Memphis Flash performance starting at 7:30 p.m.

The next day November 4, The New Jersey Jukebox- A Tribute to Jersey Boys features music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons which re-creates the Frankie Valli concert experience. It is said this group has been thrilling audiences for decades. Tickets are $79 per person for the show or $304.90 plus hotel taxes for a standard room and 2 tickets to the show. The doors open at 5:30 p.m., buffet dinner at 6:30 p.m. and the perfor

Is There Crisis/ Trauma In Your Life?

Walking Through Grief Society and funded by FCSS and donations

Submitted

Crisis / definition : A time of danger or anxious waiting.

Crisis and Trauma come to most people at some time in their lives. This month of November we recognize Family Violence Month and we also recognize the honour we pay to the many who are fighting in battles and wars For those who have experienced the death of a loved one at War and also for the many who protect us, the fire Fighters, First Responders and Police and their families.

Crisis and Trauma in one’s life brings forth various emotions such as; fear, anger, anxiety, helplessness and the natural “fight or flight” response. If expe rienced for an extended period of time, those emotions mentioned, affect our mental health and physical health and how we cope on a daily basis. We also have physical needs as well that must be tended to; shelter, food, safety, a need for love, security and a sense of belonging to counter the Crisis/Trauma response in our lives.

Whenever we experience crisis / trauma we experience losses in our lives, too. Crisis /Trauma changes our lives, our trust, our security and world assumptions are challenged. We question what is not normal and what is normal. We grieve normalcy, loss of relationships, safety and security and an overall life change. “When children observe or experience crisis in their lives it effects them profoundly in the areas of the ability to learn, concentrate and connect with others” ( website Child Trauma Academy – UN study on violence against children)

When one is experiencing crisis/ trauma

and living in this state for an extended period of time it is known to have effects on Mental Health. When one is experiencing the effects of crisis/trauma it is important to reach out and seek support to develop strong coping skills, build resilience and heal.

You may be experiencing symptoms that are related to the losses. Physical, Emotional, Cognitive Mental and Spiri tual.

Some common symptoms are: sleep disorders, headaches, pain in heart, abdomen, and back.

More infections appear and fatigue is present.

Feelings may be of guilt, anger, general loss of control, apathy and depression.

Thoughts are a decreased ability to concentrate, focus and remember the simplest of instructions. Also one expe riences a difficulty in making decisions, and being disorganized.

Behaviours are not as they usually have been. One may be experiencing more restlessness and pacing, with drawing, a tightness in chest and diffi culty in swallowing. Increased crying and sobbing and possible suicidal ideations .

Spiritually one’s faith may decrease or increase in depth, there is more ques tioning as to meaning and purpose of life, feeling hopeless and helpless and more apt to have doubts of self worth.

If you are experiencing any of the symp toms or know someone who is please be encouraged to reach out in courage and strength to find support and deal with symptoms you are experiencing. Your Doctor, Counsellor, trusted friend or Support Group who will understand and support you on your healing journey.

mance at 8 p.m.

Next up is The Croon ers with Mad Jazz Live on November 5. Tickets are $99 per person for the show or $346.90 plus hotel taxes for a stan dard room plus 2 tickets to the show. As with all the other performances doors open at 5:30 p.m. with the 6:30 p.m. buffet dinner option and the show starting at 8 p.m.

Knights Of Columbus Pancake Breakfast Is Back

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Knights of Columbus held a pancake breakfast at St. Jerome’s school in the Fr. Cordeau Centre on October 29.

These breakfasts are held once per month in conjunction with differ ent organizations and the proceeds are donated to the organization. This month the proceeds were kept for the organization so they can continue to

offer the breakfast at the very reason able price of $12.

Knights of Columbus members prepared pancakes, sausages, ham, scrambled eggs and hash browns, as well as strawberries and whipped cream which you could have on your pancakes or for dessert. The break fast is held the last Sunday of every month until the end of April except for the month of December due to the holiday season.

Reeve for the County of Vermilion River by acclamation.

PROTECTIVE SERVICES:

Volunteer Firefighter Recruitment: If you are interested in volunteering with one of our stations (Blackfoot, Clandonald, Dewberry, Islay, Kitscoty, Marwayne or Paradise Valley), please contact the County at fire@county24.com.

Fire Permits: are required year round for all burning other than recreational or incinerator fires. Please contact us for your permit before starting your burn. The County of Vermilion River has lifted the partial fire ban effective October 24, 2022.

TAXES:

Changes to Boundaries of the East Catholic School Division: The boundaries for the East Catholic School Division have changed for the 2023 tax year. Any property within the Catholic School Division boundaries may have its education tax dollars to be directed to either the public or separate school jurisdictions. The County has mailed property owners within the new boundaries a School Support Declaration form. If you own property within the area prescribed in the Ministerial Order (please visit our website for map) and haven’t received a School Support Declaration form, please contact the Tax Department.

PUBLIC WORKS:

Snow Plow Flags: are now available for purchase at the County office. Stop by today to sign an agreement for the 2022/2023 season. If you have a red or green flag from last year, place it at the end of your driveway and the grader operator will pick it up.

Heavy Vehicle Permits: All heavy vehicle permits will expire on December 31, 2022. Please contact our Public Works Team to renew your permit for 2023 at 780.846.3309. All vehicles registered for 22,500kg and over require a permit to travel on County roads as per the Traffic Bylaw (Bylaw 14 04).

Reminder to check our website www.vermilion river.com for news, events, announcements, employment opportunities and more! For current news and updates, follow County of Vermilion River on Facebook and Twitter.

Back row from left, Knights of Columbus members Dean Golinowski, Ron Roth, Larry Bingham, Derek Collins, and Cliff Myronuk. Front row from left, Ed Mistal, Jack Seewalt, Wayne Hemauer, Jim Sanson, and Justin Machin preparing the Pancake breakfast. Photo Lorna Hamilton

Vegreville Speeds By Marauders As Darkness Falls

Cathy Wolters Submitted

The Marauders scored first, but the Vegreville Cougars scored last to seal their 63-48 victory over their hosts.

The battle of speed went to Vegreville as the Marauders lost a key running back, Colin Roach, late in the first quarter and were with out the additional defensive speed of the injured Jonas Atkinson who also returns kicks and is an extra weapon in the back field.

Daylight burned at the game’s beginning as Vegreville kicker Harley Dubuc sent four kickoffs out of bounds drawing penalty flags. Eventually, the Marauders started their first possession at midfield. Two successive defensive offsides gave the Marauders a first down in Vegreville 45.

Roach then scampered inside the 20 and another Veg penalty put Vermilion first and goal inside the five. After a loss of four, Kolten Sheppard scored, and Roach provided the convert for an 8-0 lead.

Two minutes later Cougar Ryan Ther rien demonstrated his breakaway speed in a 62-yard touchdown. A convert evened the score. Vegreville added a single to go ahead by a point.

The Marauders responded with a touch down on their next possession. But it was a costly one as Roach was injured on a 30-yard sprint to inside the five. Vegreville was penalized for a horse collar tackle on the play. Roach didn’t return. Quarterback Jayden Lenz charged up the middle for the score, but the touchdown didn’t get a convert making the score 14-9.

On a second and 18 play, from their own side of midfield quarterback Will Sen connected with Dubuc. He was two steps behind the Marauder coverage and then out legged his pursuers to the endzone. With a convert Vegreville was up 17-14 with 20 seconds left in the quarter.

Veg scored three second quarter majors to Vermilion’s two. The consecutive touch

downs started with Thierrien taking a loaf of bread exchange from his own 23 with just two minutes off the clock. Harley Harms blocked the convert attempt making the score 23-14. The next two majors also weren’t converted and with 4:35 left in the half Vegreville was up 35-14.

In response, the Marauders added two touchdowns. Kolten Sheppard found a seam and turned on the jets on a 68-yard run to the endzone. He also scored the single point conversion.

Vermilion’s final touchdown of the half came with just 52 seconds left. It was the Sheppard and Sheppard show as Blake started the scoring drive was a gain of six and converted a third and nine to first and 10 on the Cougar 20. Then Lenz connected with Kolten for another first down inside the 10. Kolten also scored from the three and ran into the endzone for the convert. Half time score had the Marauders down by just seven, 35-28.

Both teams scored three touchdowns in the third quarter. All three Marauder scores came from Kolten Sheppard. They tied the game with 3:48 left in the quarter. It started when the Marauders took over on downs on the Veg 44 and ended with a Sheppard six yard trip into the endzone.

Vegreville responded with Aaron Mills a kickoff return touchdown. They scored next after an unlucky bounce for the Maraud ers turned into a Cougar possession. Then the Cougars got another luck bounce when their receiver fumbled after an Owen Harder tackle near the goal line. But the fumble was picked up and taken over the line by another Cougar. The convert gave Vegreville at 49-35 lead.

There was a flurry of scoring, three touch downs, in the last 18 seconds of the half. Sheppard escaped pursuers for a 30 yard rumble. It came after an 11-yard reception by lineman Jaxon Poliakiwski.

However, Mills returned a kickoff for the second time with five seconds left on the

clock. Then Kolten Sheppard did the same thing for the Marauders on the last play of the quarter. The three-quarter score also had a seven point difference, 55-48 for Vegreville.

With the light fading, Vegreville scored another touchdowns and added a kickoff single to bring their total to 63. The Maraud ers had a final series but ended with Lenz taking a knee as time ran out.

Marauders points after: The game didn’t start until 5 pm because officials weren’t available earlier…There were 11 penalties on out of bounds kickoffs. Both halves started that way. Vegreville received 16 penalties, not counting all the out of bounds kick offs… The only of the game measurement gave Veg a first down by half the length of a foot ball. The Marauder bench remembered wishing the officials had done a measure ment in Camrose…The Marauders took over on downs twice…Two Marauder kickers provided the tackle on their kicks – Harder

on a kickoff and Regan Sargeant on punt… Zach Johnson, a rookie and grade 12, has settled into his defensive role, and earned a big “atta boy” from the bench on a second quarter tackle…The Marauders have a bye next week. Playoffs start the week after.

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Vegreville’s speedy Ryan Therrien couldn’t escape the clutches of Marauder Jaxon Polliakiwski (64). Photo submitted

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Pumpkins, pumpkins, & more pumpkins! Elementary students at STJ have been busy carving, painting, and investigating pumpkins! The students are busy preparing for Halloween and our October Happigram ceremony, which is just around the corner. Ms. Svenungard’s grade one class has been busy practicing a poem and song to perform for everyone. We can’t wait to see what they have in store for us on Halloween!

Both our grade 8 & 9 boys and girls volley ball teams won the banner at the Highway 16 playoffs last week! Junior high girls’ teams have the Spooktacular Volleyball tournament to look forward to this upcoming weekend. As volley ball starts to wind up for the season, we have already started recruiting players for basketball! Our Spartans love to battle on the courts!

Last Thursday, our school gathered again for Mass. Father Joy inspired us to have cour

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age as Christians, to be brave with our declara tion of our Faith. The grade 6 class formed the choir that led the songs throughout the service, led by Mrs. Despins & Mrs. Molsberry. And of course, on the guitar, the lovely Mrs. Sanson, who’s time, efforts, and talents, are greatly appreciated! On October 26th, our grade 4’s received their bibles at their special Bible Cere mony held at our parish, Holy Name Catho lic Parish. The students will use these bibles throughout the rest of their school years at St. Jerome’s, and hopefully forever! Mrs. Kaylee Martin baked delicious cupcakes for the special occasion, chocolate and vanilla! Thank you to Father Joy for being apart of our celebration.

I look forward to giving you all the inside scoop on Halloween next week. Stay tuned for some spooky costumes!

Up and Coming: -November 4: Remembrance Day Cere mony at St. Jerome’s -No School for students November 7-11

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Important Dates:

Oct 28-29: Spooktacular Volleyball Tournament

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All resumes are to be submitted electronically on our website www.Lakelandcollege.ca

Parent-Teacher Interviews will be over the phone on Oct. 26 & Nov. 3 from 4:30-7:30 pm. Please visit our website to book your appoint ment.

JR Robson hosted Cross Country Running Zones on Thursday, Oct. 6. Congratulations to Linden Adams who placed 1st in the Jr. Mens, Breanne Gourley placed 7th in Intermediate Womens and Korey Hemauer who also placed 7th in the Sr. Mens category. All three athletes are headed to Provincials hosted by maskeko sak kiskinomatowikamik & Ever Active Schools on Saturday, Oct 15.

Thank you to Cornerstone Co-op for their donation of $281 to our Breakfast Program. It is very much appreciated!

Nov 01: Picture Retakes

Nov 03: Parent-Teacher Interviews

Nov 04: Remembrance Day Ceremony, Formal Dress-Up Day & Awards Night

Nov 7-11: November Break – no school

Nov 14-15: Grad Photos.

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The Social 10’s participated in a globalization potluck feast, they each brought a dish that has its origins or ingredients from another country.

Grade 2 students at St. J took pumpkin carving to a whole new level! It was wonderful and messy fun! Students will get to take their jack-o-lanterns home to light for Halloween!

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Vermilion Elementary School News

Karen King

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There was Pumpkin Palooza with the kindergarten students. With many donations of pumpkins, both large and small, kinder garten took time to play and explore with all of them. In art, math, science and more – so many great discoveries were made.

Mr. Beecroft’s Grade 5/6 class took time last week during social studies class to write Post cards for Peace. They will be sending these to Camp Wainwright to thank some of those in the military for their service and sacrifice.

Eric Selte presented a cheque to VES Hot Lunch Program and to the VES Breakfast program. He made this donation on behalf on the Ganton Presbyterian Church. We thank the church members for their generous support of our school meal programs.

The Vermilion Credit Union stopped at VES

last week to bring the staff cookies. Thank you so much. What a great treat.

A huge thank you to Cornerstone Co-op for their generous donation toward our break fast program from their Bags To Breakfast program. Thank you also for the “Hey Clay for our students. There will definitely be lots of fun projects made.

The Kindergarten classes will be selling Mom’s Pantry to raise money for classroom learning resources and materials. The fund raiser will run from November 2-16. To view and to place an order online, visit https:// momspantry.ca and click shop now. At check out choose: Fundraiser Order Group Pick Up Order # 359885 Group Passcode # 17647 or search our group name Vermilion Elementary School. Thank you for your support.

Our VES Remembrance Day Ceremony is scheduled for November 4 at 9:00 in the gym.

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Grades 1-6 will be singing and Grades 5-6 will be reciting. There will be amazing Remem brance Day artwork displayed around the gym. Please feel free to join us as we pay trib ute to those who fought for our freedoms.

Scholastic Book Fair is right around the corner. Students will view books on November 14 and then purchase them on November 15. Family shopping night is on November 16 from 4:30-7:30. The book fair will also have online shopping available from November 7-16.

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Dates to Remember: Nov 1 – School Photo Retakes; Nov 1 – Jerseys or Sports Wear Day; Nov 4 – Remembrance Day Ceremony; Nov 7-11 – No School; Nov 14-16 – Scholastic Book Fair; Nov 16 and 17 –Parent-Teacher Interviews; Dec 1 – Plaid or Christmas Sweater Day; Dec 21 – Kindergar ten and Grade 1-2 Christmas Concert at 7:00 at Lakeland College Theatre; Dec

Derwent

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A record number of people came through the doors for Derwent‘s 24th annual Creative Crafts and Gifts Galore Craft & Trade Show held last weekend.

Over 700 eager shoppers were happy to be back at the event which had been in “COVID mode” for the past two years!

Over 50 vendors from as far away as Saskatoon, St Albert, Boyle, Smoky Lake, Lac La Biche and towns through out Alberta occupied the hall and the majority expressed having exceptional sales for the day.

The Vermilion Ukrainian dance club managed the kitchen and had an amaz ing homemade menu of soup, chilli, buns, pie and so much more that was satisfying to everyone.

In lieu of donating door prizes for the event, the vendors were asked to donate

towards a memorial fund in honour of Ken West who passed last year. Ken and his wife Edith were part of the show for over 20 years and his craftsmanship and his friendship will be missed by many. The West family will be presented with

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the donation and will decide which char ity they wish to donate to in Ken’s honour.

Several businesses in the area donated very generous door prizes : Derwent Pizza, Edith West, Vermil ion businesses: Stewart realty, Co-op,

Agland, Webb’s, Ireland farm equipment, Rocky Mountain Equipment, College Park Motors, ATB financial, CIBC, Credit Union, Scotiabank, UFA and Chrysler.

“It was an absolutely fabulous day… to be able to organize such an incredible event that brought so many people out and about just doing something “normal” again! It truly was an incredible day! Already

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