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Vermilion And District Chamber Of Commerce Hosts Light Up Parade And Activities

Various business floats in the parade. Photos Lorna Hamilton

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Vermilion Chamber kicked off the Christmas season with the Light Up Parade and night activities on mainstreet which included some delicious food on November 24.

A substantial crowd enjoyed the many floats which were decorated brightly with lights and donned holi-

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day scenes and a visit from good ol’ Santa Claus who travelled on the back of the Vermilion Fire Depar tments ladder truck.

Attendees eagerly took par t in a hot dog sale hosted by Vermilion’s own Junior B Tigers, which was sponsored by L & A Char tered Professional Accountants, outside of the Copper Cork Distillery.

ATB Financial held a cookie decorating event and had hot chocolate.

The Red Brick had hot chocolate and mini donuts for sale, and the Night Owl provided popcorn for free.

The Rotary Club of Vermilion was on hand with cookies for sale outside o f C h r i s t i n a’s H o m e Fu r n i s h i n g s to raise funds supporting Haying in the 30’s and raised $902 which the

Rotar y will match to make a $1804 donation.

“It was such a nice evening outside which really helped, there were so many people out to watch the parade and it really helped us with our fundraising event. I would like to express t h a n k s to a l l w h o s u p p o r te d u s ,” commented Rotar y member Dawn Riley.

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Lorna Hamilton

Lions Club Meeting Had Special Guest

Reporter

The Vermilion Lions Club held a meeting on November 22 and with it was a special guest. Lions of Alberta D i s t r i c t G ove n o r S uz a n n e L e s h chyshyn from Blindman Valley Lions club brought greetings from Lions International.

During the meeting Leshchyshyn

George Matechuk receiving his award.

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spoke on the five priorities of Lions, which are diabetes, vision, hunger, environment and childhood cancer. “ She discussed the impor tance of local projects and recruiting new members,” commented Lions member Pat Calyniuk.

While at the meeting Leshchyshyn installed t wo new Vermilion Lions m e m b e r s Pe te r C l a r k a n d Kev i n

Pat Calyniuk presenting a cheque.

Roland, Justin Clark was the sponsor for the new members. Leshchyshyn also presented long term ser vice awards to Steve Gnida for 50 years, Don Good for 45 years, Barry Clampitt for 45 years, George Matechuk for 40 years, Dave Larmour for 40 years, Ben Bykowski for 20 years, and Lloyd Tovell for 15 years of ser vice. Pat Calyniuk also presented District Gove-

nor Suzanne Leshchyshyn with a $200 donation to her charity of choice which was the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog guides building fund.

F i r s t V i c e - D i s t r i c t D ave L e s h chyshyn also spoke about the new facilities for the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides being built to accommodate more dogs as the need is great for service dogs.

From left, Lions club members Lloyd Tovell and Barry Clampitt, Lions District Govenor Suzanne Leshchyshyn, Steve Gnida and Don Good with their service awards. Photos submitted

Knights Of Columbus Pancake Breakfast

The Knights of Columbus held a pancake breakfast at St. Jerome’s school in the Fr. Cordeau Centre on November 27.

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. While volunteers from CLASS checked in on patrons, and cleaned tables and dishes. The breakfast is held the last Sunday of every month until the end of April except for the month of December due to the holiday season.

This months proceeds were donated to art, technology, safety and youth, as well welcome bags, and commuity informaVermilion CLASS. as operating as a newcomer centre with tion.

CLASS-Vermilion River Community Learning was established in 1973 and became a non-profit society in 1998. It belongs to a network of over 81 Learning Councils in Alberta and is a member of the Community Learning Network. The organization coordinates, encourages and promotes lifelong learning within the County of Vermilion River, and operates largely by its volunteer workers.

CLASS offers a wide variety of learning opportunities inculding: Literacy tutoring: in reading, writing, math and the english language. Community Learning Members of the Knights of Columbus and Vermilion CLASS at the pancake breakfast.

Classes such as personal development, Photo Lorna Hamilton

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Field Marshall Alexander Branch 11 Vermilion Would like to thank the communities of Vermilion, Mannville, Innisfree and surrounding area for the generous donations for the Poppy Campaign. We would also like to thank the Town of Vermilion, the RCMP, Sheriffs, The MLA, the County Councillor, and the Cadets for their participation in the Ceremony. Thank you to all the businesses that purchased wreaths and to all that laid wreaths at the ceremony.

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Doug McPhee October 27, 1952 - November 24, 2015

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Angela Mouly Reporter

The Walking Through Grief Society hosted ‘What’s For Dinner; Healthy Eating As We Age’ at the Kitscot y Senior’s Centre on November 18.

Community dietitian, Caroline McAuley, led a speec h and PowerPoint presentation, while cooking a nutritional recipe.

Approximately 20 people participated and enjoyed refreshments and learning new recipes and tips to take home.

Overall they reviewed cooking for one and ways to get in their nutrients and simplify cooking as they age.

“I came looking for snack ideas, but there’s nothing that wasn’t useful to take away. It was very well done,” said Jessie Nowasad. “We discussed protein foods,

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and learned how to cook peas, beans, and lentils. It was very informative and we were give a lot of tips. You just can’t learn enough and getting stuck in the same eating habits, it is nice to have new ideas.”

The group reviewed vitamins, recommended cookbooks, and ways to make meal plans. They discussed what they may need to do differently including portions and freezing, as well as time saving appliances and sheet pan meals.

Because they were cooking during the session, each of the participants were able to take home a sample of the Beef and Barley Chili and McAuley said, “It’s high in fibre. I’d like to thank Walking Through Grief for sponsoring the event and the Cornerstone Co-op for donating the food.”

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Savor

Angela Mouly Reporter

LOCAL NEWS

The Good Life Institute hosted Savor once again at the Vermilion Regional Centre on November 18. Approximately 175 people enjoyed the scotch and wine tasting event as well as sampling several other local flavours.

“Savor is an opportunity for local food vendors and distilleries to feature what they have to offer,” said coordinator Candice Anderson. “We’re extremely thankful to the community for the support; we love everyone’s positive feedback on the experience and how vocal they are about how necessary this is to our community both for socializing and contributing to the community.”

Four food vendors included Cornerstone Co-op, The Red Brick, Old School Cheesery, and Prairie Bakeshop & Bistro. Seven liquor vendors included Bird Hill Liquor, Back 40 Distillery (Camrose) Copper Cork Distillery, 4th Meridian Brewing Company

(Lloydminster), Cornerstone Co-op Liquor, ‘A Tour of Scotch’ and Blind Wine Tasting.

Board members helped with promotion, set up and clean up and Mayor Greg Throndson said, “This event gives people a reason to get out and see one another, and it provides wonderful advertising for local businesses. Not everyone has a chance in their regular lives to get out to each one, and this way they can see all ten businesses within half an hour. It is excellent publicity for these vendors.”

Being a town initiative, he said the Good Life Institute looks after offering events throughout the year to the community for its citizens to be a part of. He was thrilled to see the range of demographics participating from college students to older residents; a combination of everyone.

“I think it keeps Vermilion a strong community, and we tried things we normally wouldn’t have; it really opens up your GLI coordinator Candice Anderson, with Lindsay Briggs, and Justina Smith from Copper Cork Distillery. Photo Angela Mouly palette,” said Heather Magdiak.

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Caramel Popcorn And Sugar Cookies

Columnist

Its full- on winter outside, with the holidays just around t h e c o r n e r. H o l i day enter taining is always more fun with some handy special snacks that are easy to make, and make you shine brighter than the star on top of your Christmas tree.

C ar a m e l p o p c o r n i s o n e of t h o s e special treats that is perfect for the Christmas season. When you use an air popper to pop the popcorn you start off with the healthiest version.

Whether it’s a bunch or friends coming over, or family for holiday celebrations,

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Door-to-door “ G r e at ,” I s a i d aloud as I checked my computer this morning. “Another load of junk mail to deal with.” This time I received: offers for proven weightloss medications (I resent those), a loan approval I hadn’t asked for, warnings that a service I’ve never used was about to expire, and coupons offering reduced-price help for my ailing prostate. However, lurking at the bottom of the list was the one that hurt the most. Apparently, I can now receive compensation for my long-awaited brain injury claim. I haven’t had a brain injury!

Back in the day, there used to be door-todoor salespeople to do this job. I remember them well. Of course, I don’t think anyone ever peddled male enhancement drugs

a large batch of Caramel Popcorn is sure to be a big hit. Popcorn is considere d an un pro c es se d who le grain and it contains 3 grams of beneficial fiber per cup. Popcorn also contains various nutrients such as B vitamins, magnesium and as much iron as spinach by weight. The hulls of popcorn contain polyphenols which are antioxidants that help reduce inflammation and block certain enzymes that cancer need to grow. Plain popcorn with a drizzle of butter and a dash of salt is a healthy snack, and does not have the health concerns of microwave packets of popcorn. Both of these recipes are gluten free.

CAR AMEL POPCORN (gluten free)

1 cup butter 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 teaspoon sea salt 1/2 teaspoon baking soda 18 cups popped popcorn Cover 2 baking sheets with parchm e n t p a p e r, a n d s p r e a d o u t t h e popcorn. In a heav y bottomed pot, combine butter, brown sugar, vanilla, salt and vanilla. Bring to a boil and boil gently, stirring for 4 minutes. Add the baking soda, and boil, stirring for 1 more minute, it will foam up. Pour the caramel sauces over the popcorn, and stir to distribute it.

SUGAR COOKIES (gluten free) 1/2 cup butter – room temperature 2/3 cup sugar

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throughout the countryside or drove into your yard to issue false threats on behalf of the government, as we get in emails now.

They sold brushes, vacuums, and encyclopaedias.

Our family entertained a few of these salespeople. Most often, they were local folks just trying to make an honest living like the lovely man who sold Watkins. He appeared at our door for a visit, as much as to sell us anything. He was a trusted friend.

Often my mother would invite the Watkins Man in for a cup of tea. We would watch as he’d open his worn brown case and display exotic spices and gleaming bottles of vanilla alongside tins of beneficial liniment and salve. No one in my family fought the common cold without a scoop of Watkins liniment rubbed briskly on their chest. Nor could they bake a cake without a dash of excellent vanilla flavouring.

Even in the 80s, when I was newly

1 egg yolk 1 1/2 cups gluten free flour 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder 3 tablespoons milk or cream 1 teaspoon vanilla Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.

Cream the butter and sugar. beat in the egg yolk, vanilla and cream. Beat in the flour, with the baking powder.

If the dough is very soft, then put it in the refrigerator to chill before rolling. To roll, be sure to flour both sides of the cookie dough to prevent it from sticking. Roll to a thickness of 1/4 “.

Cut with your cookie cutters, place on a butter baking sheet. Bake for 8 – 10 minutes, depending on your oven. The bottom of the cookie should just be turning golden brown.

married, there were door-to-door salesmen. I’ve had Rainbow vacuum cleaner demonstrations across the rug, samples from Avon hung on the door, and fire extinguishers for every occasion presented from the backend of a truck.

The last traveling salesman I remember at the farm addressed me through the top two inches of his vehicle window. Goldie, Dad’s German shepherd, had approached the man’s car with hackles raised, bared teeth, and a low growl rumbling from her barrel-like chest.

“Is it safe,” he yelled fearfully. I nodded.

Then I stood with a calming hand on Goldie’s head as he pushed open his door and gingerly lowered a foot to the gravel. With his eyes flicking warily between the dog and me, the man extended a pamphlet in one hand and clutched an empty pop bottle in the other. Strange.

I glanced at the glossy brochure. He was selling security systems. How ironic.

He backed away and launched into a well-rehearsed lecture on the importance of protecting your home from thieves.

It all seemed a bit pointless when our entire conversation was conducted over the head of a barely restrained guard dog.

Despite that, his lecture went well. There was one bizarre thing, though. After every few words, the fellow would pause, lift the bottle to his pursed lips and push a glob of spittle down the neck. With revolted fascination, my eyes followed the long trail of bubbly saliva as it oozed down the plastic insides to join a frothy puddle at the bottom. Blech.

Anyway, that last bit has nothing to do with door-to-door salesmen. I’m not sure it has much to do with anything—at least for us.

However, although the bottle incident was objectionable, talking with him was still more interesting than deleting fifty-five emails today.

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Vermilion’s Old Prince Passes

Craig Baird Columnist

T h e re s i d e nt s of Vermilion, and especially the agricultural students, were in mourning in November 1939 when news of the passing of a prince hit.

Known as Old Prince in the community died on Nov. 3, 1939 at the age of 33. While that may seem young, it is quite old for a horse.

Old Prince, who had spent 26 years in Vermilion, was a fixture of the agriculture

Angela Mouly Reporter

school in Vermilion, having arrived in 1913.

Highly regarded, he was often part of alumni annual banquets, despite being a horse and it was custom to bring Prince to the tables to be applauded by former students. Among the school, he was regarded as the oldest of the alumni.

When Old Prince first arrived at the school, his primary duties were transporting students and baggage from the Vermilion depot to the school and hauling a democrat between the school and town on errands.

In 1925 and 1926, when English students

arrived to study Canadian farming, he was used as a practice horse for the students due to his gentle nature as most of the students were unfamiliar with the larger Canadian work horses. He would stand quietly as the students harnessed, groomed and rode him.

When automobiles came along, his duties were confined to the school and for the last six years of his life, he was used sparingly and only for herding stock from pasture to pasture.

The last six months of his life were spent in retirement and he was fed chopped grain

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as he had only one molar left. He still had his front teeth to nip grass from the fields.

Within the town itself, he was a beloved part of the community and was missed around the community just as much as at the school.

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Ryan Straschnitzki Delivers Powerful Message In Mannville sports as a way of giving back to the community.

“It is important to encourage other young athletes because you never know what’s going to happen in life. In reality life is harsh. You will have to face adversity at one point or other, and it’s good to learn how to handle that as soon as you can. Obviously you are not going be happy everyday, and it’s important to recognize the ups and downs and learn tools to help mitigate those feelings,” said Straschnitzki.

His goals for the future include gaining better efficiency at physiotherapy, and progressing up the ladder in sledge hockey. In the meantime he enjoys going to the gym and hanging out with friends. Straschnitzki says sledge hockey is the same sport, but tougher because you are using your arms for everything.

“You kind of have to learn to have adaptability; you will have to find alternative ways to get where you want to go. I think the most successful people in the world have adapted, and it’s something

everyone can learn from,” said Straschnitzki.

The oldest of four, Straschnitzki said he thinks people want to be leaders in any situation - they can follow and learn from other role models incorporating those traits into their lives. In Mannville, Straschnitzki shared his story and some of the mental habits he has learned throughout his entire career.

“The ability to embrace everyday life (good and bad); to enjoy the process all together helps to make a person successful. At the end of the day, certain things that happen to you are going to stick with you forever. I have to get motivated to reach my goals - whether it’s a good or bad day, I know it’s all a part of the process,” said Straschnitzki. “I think with everything that I do, I am always having fun with it. Sometimes you take life to seriously, but it’s important to enjoy every moment and just have fun with it.”

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Humbolt Broncos survivor, Ryan Straschnitzki, shared tips to keep the right mindset amidst adversity with several teams during Hockey Day in Mannville on November 5.

Straschnitzki said speaking at the Nashville Predators training camp this July helped his public speaking career take off, as he tries to inspire people and to share what he has learned. Having started to play hockey when he was four-years-old, he continued to work hard and said Jonathan Toews with the Chicago Blackhawks inspired him to get as far as he could with the game.

“Living with a spinal cord injury isn’t easy; you are limited, but over time I’ve gotten better at handling situations like that. I’m a young kid and I have to get my career in check. I have to learn because if I don’t I’m probably not going to get anywhere. You have to grow with everything; in life, sports, a career, etc.,” said Straschnitzki.

The list of encouragement he’s gotten he said could go on forever but the one that resonated with him most was Rick Hansen saying, ‘There’s more to a person than his or her legs.’

Straschnitzki said, “You can be limitless. You can define your course in life, not your injury.”

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WEEKS before Christmas

Christmas is just a short month away, and the magic of the holiday season is in the air. Get in the spirit of things by completing the following tasks: • • • • • •

Decorate your home while listening to Christmas carols On a nice day, set up your outdoor decorations Start your advent calendar Shop for gifts you still need for friends and loved ones Reserve key items like a turkey or Christmas cake Help your children write letters to Santa

The Nutcracker Is Back

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Imagine it ’s Christmas Eve and you’re a young girl named Clara, at your family’s Christmas Par ty you receive the most magical gift from your eccentric Uncle Drosselmeyer - a handsome Nutcracker doll.

Af ter the par t y Clara falls asleep and finds herself in a dream world, where she is as small as a toy and in the middle of a battle between her beloved Nutcracker and the evil Rat King. Along the way she discovers a magical snowflake forest, beautiful Christmas Tree Angels and the queen of the land of sweets, The Sugar Plum Fairy.

This traditional Christmas ballet

- T h e N u t c r a c ke r wa s o r i g i n a l l y p r o d u c e d i n 18 9 2 a n d h a s b e e n delighting audiences worldwide since 1982 since, and in Vermilion since 2013.

W h e n K i n l e y, t h e s t a r o f t h i s seasons per formance was asked what came to mind when the Nutcracker is mentioned she replied, “Magic, Christmas, Happiness.” She certainly isn’t the only one who feels that way!

T h e f i r s t t i m e K i n l ey s aw T h e Nutcrac ker she was 7 year s old.

The following year she made her Nutcracker debut as a gingerbread c hil d. We a s ke d w he n s h e k new she wanted to play the iconic role of Clara, “I knew I wanted to be Clara

the first time I saw the show!” Clara is one of the most coveted roles for young ballerinas worldwide, and is a dream come true for any dancer. “ I’m really excited, but also a bit ner vous!” is how the little leading lady is feeling so close to her big show.

The Nutcracker is returning to the Lakeland College Alumni Theatre for its 9th annual performance. The Nutcracker is directed by co-owner of Wanna Dance Canada, Sandy Sundborg who has been producing the Nutcracker since 1990. Set to Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, this year’s production features dancers from the Wainwright Dance Academy, alumni, and guest artists from

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across Canada and the Ukraine.

Make this holiday spectacular a part of your family’s traditions, like so many families worldwide! The performance will be held on December 3 at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $15 and are available at Daines and Daubney in Wain wr ig ht, at the d oor, or by c alling 780-261-0767.

Nutcracker performance 2019. Photo submitted

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Hallway Of Handicrafts

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Hallway of Handicrafts located at Lakeland Mall which is organized by Toni Teasdale was stocked from one end of the mall to the other on November 26. With over 30 local vendors at te n d e e s h ad t h e o p p o r t u n i t y to p e r u s e eve r y t h i n g f r o m p e r s o n a l products to handmade crafts, pottery, woodworking, cards, knitting, jeweler y, all the way to canned products etc.

“It’s been a great turnout this year,” said Teasdale.

The H allway of H and i craf ts has been a staple during the Christmas season and provides shoppers the opportunity to find the perfect gift for the hard-to-buy person in their life.

Growing Designs By Rox, Roxane Bourassa had a wide array of potted

plants and took the time to speak with customers on plant care.

Jennifer Nichols owner of Crazy Granny Knitting was in attendance with her knitted toy animals which were impeccably knitted with safety features for the littles such as eyes and limbs that c ould not be removed by the lit tle ones they were intended for.

Black Kiss Customs Cindy Kr ys was on hand with a her well made and dec orated From left, Jenn Krys and her Mom Cindy Krys with w o o d e n C h r i s t m a s Cindy’s handcrafted wooden designs. designs.

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Lorna Hamilton

The Vermilion Voice | November 29, 2022

Coca–Cola Christmas Caravan Visits Vermilion

Reporter

The Coca-Cola Christmas Caravan visited Cornerstone Co-op on November 26 as part of its cross-country initiative which is scheduled to visit over 100 local communities. During this leg of the campaign, local employees from the Lloydminster CocaCola Canada Bottling Limited facility were on hand to help attendees have their picture taken with Santa and the Iconic festively decorated red Coca-Cola truck.

District Manager, Rebecca Myers for Coca-Cola Canada Bottling Limited Lloydminster said, “Each stop features our iconic red truck and the jolly man from the north.

Our mission is to deliver optimism within local communities that we serve; we want to ignite joy, compassion and optimism, and real magic.”

Myers also noted that there’s a lot going on in the world today and said that it’s their hope is to revive a sense of belonging in communities.

“What we are doing is creating a photo opportunity for individuals and families.

They can take their own photo or we can take a photo for them. Some people bring their pets with them or bring props to create excitement. Whether you celebrate the holiday or don’t celebrate any holidays at all, we

just wanted to spread optimism this time of year,” commented Myers.

While the truck was located at Cornerstone Co-op attendees could also enjoy hot chocolate and candy canes provided by the store and the holiday music that was playing. The Coca-Cola Company also took the spreading of cheer a step further by bringing the truck to the Vermilion Valley Lodge, Continuing Care Centre, and Vermilion Health Centre for those who could not make it out.

“In Vermilion we went to the Lodge and we are going to the acute care. When we first went past the continuing care the residents were napping so we didn’t want to honk the horn and wake them up so we went back there on our way out at 4:30 p.m.

The joy that came through was just amazing, the residents were so happy to see Santa and have the flashback to their childhood of seeing the red truck,” said Myers.

Myers also acknowledged that running the caravan across the country does produce carbon emissions and was excited to talk about how the company has committed to reducing its carbon footprint by purchasing carbon credits through Planetair which is an initiative of UNISFERA International.

“I would like to recognize our sustain-

ability piece that is near and dear to our hearts, we know there are carbon emissions by running this caravan and we have committed to reduce our carbon footprint by 20 tonnes of CO2 which is double what we estimate will be produced by running this caravan. We are bringing the holidays, but also doing our best to do what is good for the planet. Planetair is a Canadian non-profit organization founded in 2002 and through Planetair we are supporting the Planetair Plus Canada Portfolio, which not only provided gold- standard certified products but also supports climate change through the Nature Conservancy of Canada Tonne effect,” explained Myers.

Mike Gaudet, Food Store Manager for Vermilion Cornerstone Co-op said he was pretty stoked when they received a call from Rebecca asking if they would like to have the holiday truck stop by their location.

“I received a call from Rebecca one day in early November and she said they were having the holiday truck and asked if we would like to be a pit stop and I said, yes, of course. We didn’t have a lot of advanced notice but we figured out how we could make this work. I was pretty stoked about it because the only time I have ever seen the truck was on the commercial,” commented Gaudet.

The Lloydminster Coca-Cola crew and Cornerstone Co-op employees with the Coca-Cola Christmas truck at the Vermilion Cornerstone Co-op. Photos Lorna Hamilton

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2022 Snowmobile Expo: They Don’t Make’em Like that Anymore Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Vermilion Ridge Rider s 9 th annual Snowmobile Expo was held on November 26 at the Vermilion Regional Centre, and it was certainly a success for the club as they had 350 people in attendance throughout the day, and the hall was filled with vintage and collectible sleds.

“This show is amazing,” commented Chris Brookes, Executive Director of the Alberta Snowmobile Association.

Throughout the show the rarest of the rare were on display including a 1961 Autoboggan, a 1963 Trail A Plane, and a 1973 one ski Sno Blazer, as well as many of the common models that brought back memories of the days gone by. Standing in front of his 1973 John Deere, Jim West of Vermilion remarked, “This was our first sled.”

Throughout the event attendees were

able to purchase snow gear and check out new model snowmobiles including a snowbike! Which I have to say was pretty cool.

“Thanks to the dealers for setting up displays and providing door prizes; and also to Cornerstone Co-op for the door prize gift basket won by Merle and Roman Kells.

And of course thanks to the more than 50 contributors from AB, SK, MB, and Minnesota. who brought antique and vintage sleds for all to enjoy,” said show organizer and collector Chris Swan.

If the tummy started to growl while at the show guests could grab something to eat and drink at the Red Brick concession.

“Special thanks to Emily and staff from the Red Brick who hosted the concession serving up a tasty breakfast, lunches and snacks,” commented Swan.

Swan would like to send out a huge t h a n k yo u to a ll t h at were involved.

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Chirs Swan (standing) speaking with Don Kinghorn sitting on a 1971 Ski-doo Blizzard.

Ridge Rider Snowmobile Expo! Special thanks to all the club members and volunteers who gave their time and effort helping with set up on Friday to unload and set up sleds and then to pack up on Saturday evening and Sunday morning.

It was a great show, see you next year!” said Swan.

The expo was not only a success with

A 19 61 Au t o b o g g a n w h i c h wa s o n display along with the many other antique machines.

From left, Merle and Roman Kells with the Cornerstone Co-op door prize.

the amount of sleds they had on display and number of attendees they had come through the door as the club also raised $500 and collected five large boxes of food to be donated to the Vermilion Food Bank, which the club was extremely thankful for and would like to thank the many generous donors.

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More About Men’s Shed

Carol Coleman, FCSS Coordinator, Town Men’s Shed started in Australia in of Vermilion 1997 and are now popular world-wide, Submitted Alberta already has eleven Men’s Sheds A group of nine Vermilion area men operational with additional ones in the met on November 23rd to hear about beginning stages. Most Men’s Sheds Men’s Sheds and how it could happen are in rural communities. It is a safe in our community. This would provide space for men with time on their hands men an exciting new outlet to enjoy to gather to just hang out and be with the company and camaraderie of other each other, to work on hobbies, play men, regardless of age, social status, cards or do something for the commuoccupation, or income. The group pres- nity. They go beyond being just a coffee ent was receptive to this new idea and group of guys. Each Shed is unique as are planning to meet again in January the guys decide what they want to learn to discuss how the Vermilion area group and do. would organize.

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Lorna Hamilton Reporter

The Vermilion Allied Arts hosted Horizon Ridge on November 27 in the Almuni Theatre at Vermilion Lakeland College.

While the title of the event was Horizon Ridge Christmas only a few Christmas titles were performed which disappointed some audience members.

“It wasn’t an afternoon of Christmas music, so that was a little disappointing.

The Christmas music performed and the other music performances were still amazing. It was a beautiful afternoon rich in harmony and full of warmth from each of the four performers,” stated one attendee.

It was also noted that while the four talented musicians didn’t receive full marks

Brian Christianson from Edmonton Men’s Sheds shared their stories about how they got started and the benefits to the individuals, their families, and the community because of their participation in a Men’s Shed.

This venture is supported by County of Vermilion River and Town of Vermili o n Family & C o m munit y Su p p or t Services (FCSS). For more information on this matter and the next meeting, email fcss@vermilion.ca or call 780.581.2413. Watch for more details on the next meeting date and location in January.

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Horizon Ridge Christmas

regarding the anticipation of Christmas that people had the opportunity to enjoy two ies as well as visiting with the vendors on music and lack thereof they did win the performances, Christmas punch with cook- site,” commented another attendee. audiences appreciation for their musical skills and their ability to incorporate each performer’s talents to make an afternoon of beautiful music.

It was said that Helen Goodchild knew how to make the keyboard magical by knowing how to use all the sounds the keyboard could offer to enhance each piece.

Prior to the main event attendees enjoyed the Ratte Strings Trio who filled the hallways of the Alumni Hall with the sounds of Christmas music as they made their string instruments gracefully sing to the season.

“It was a wonderful afternoon and we were able to enjoy the music of all the performers. It was also an added bonus Horizon Ridge performing. Photo Greg Haslehurst Photography

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The Vermilion Voice | November 29, 2022

Karen King

Vermilion Elementary School News

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What a successful Book Fair we had.

VES earned over $3000 in profit. Thank you for supporting our Learning Commons through your purchases. A special thank you to Lorraine Moet, Jen Williams, and Fay Yaceyko who volunteered their help to make this a success. Congratulations to Leighton Flaata and Mrs. Zaharko for winning the family draw.

St. Savior’s Anglican Church in Vermilion stopped by with a donation from their Community Garage Sale. Thank you for supporting our lunch program so we can continue to provide all students the opportunity for a hot nutritious meal.

VES would like to welcome three students from Lakeland College. Stuti Kamble is taking Early Childhood Care and will be completing her practicum with Mrs. McLaughlin and Grade 1B. Jashanjot Kaur and Tessa Libo-on are working on their Child and Youth Care programs and will be working on their practicums with Mr. Beecroft in Grade 5/6 and Mrs. MyShaniuk in Grade 6. We wish these students the best in their programs while they are with

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Basketball Club will run in January and February for all interested Grade 4-6 students. The practices will run from 3:354:45 pm on Mondays and Wednesdays.

The focus will be on skill development and teamwork. Students will have the opportunity to sign-up in early December.

Dates to Remember: Dec 1 – Plaid or Christmas Sweater Day; Dec 1 – Teddy Bear Toss at Canley Cup Game; Dec 21 – Kindergarten and Grade 1-2 Christmas Concert at 7:00 at Lakeland College Theatre; Dec 22 – Grades 3-6 Christmas Concert at 7:00 at Lakeland College Theatre; Dec 23 – Pajama Day; Dec 23-Jan 8 – Christmas Break; Jan 9 – School Resumes; Jan 9 – Dress to Impress or Career Wear.

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The Vermilion Voice | November 29, 2022

Canadian Growers Have A Chance To Win 2022 John Deere Gator™ With Bayer Crop Science ‘Fungicides For The Win’ Contest

Submitted This November the Crop Science Division of Bayer has announced the launch of the ‘Fungicides For The Win’ contest.

From November 1, 2022, through March 31, 2023, growers across Canada can enter to win a 2022 John Deere Gator™ HPX8155E along with 320 acres of Bayer’s new fungicides.

“With the “Fungicides For The Win” contest, we want to give growers across Canada an opportunity to win a very useful piece of equipment for the farm, along with the newest additions to the Bayer fungicide lineup, to help them make the most of every acre,” says Tiffany Gogowich, Brand & Advertising Manager, Crop Protection – West.

Bayer’s complete fungicide lineup is backed by innovation, expertise, and performance. Along with a new John Deere Gator™, winners will take home

a combination of Proline® GOLD and TilMOR™ or Prosaro® PRO in Western Canada, and Prosaro® PRO and Delaro® Complete in Eastern Canada.

Growers can enter the ‘Fungicide For The Win’ contest at www.fungicidesforthewin.ca or in person at upcoming tradeshows at: 2023 FarmTech – Edmonton, AB (January 24-25) 2023 Ag Expo – Lethbridge, AB (February 28 – March 2) “Fungicides For The Win” is open for entries until March 31, 2023, at 5:00 p.m.

EST. Two winners will be announced, with one winner randomly selected from Eastern and Western Canada, on April 10, 2023.

No purchase necessary. Starts Nov 1/22 (8:30 EST) and ends Mar 31/23 (5:00 EST). Open to age of majority residents in Canada who are Growers

or employees of Growers (as defined in the Full Rules). Enter online and Full Rules at www.fungicidesforthewin.ca.

Two Regions: (i) West (BC, AB, SK, MB, NV, YK and NWT); and (ii) East (NFLD, NS, PEI, NB, QC and ON). One prize per Region (ARV: $37,000 CAD each). Odds depend on number of eligible entries per Region. Skill-testing question required. Always read and follow label directions. Bayer, Bayer Cross, It’s Grow Time™, Prosaro®, Proline®, TilMOR™ and Delaro® are trademarks of the Bayer Group. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Bayer Crop Science Inc. is a member of CropLife Canada. ©2022 Bayer Group. All rights reserved.

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InnisfreeMinburn 4-H Beef Club November Report

Peyton Hess Club Reporter

We held our annual weigh-in day on November 6, 2022. It was a chilly afternoon, but it went really well! I can tell you that we have some good, healthy projects for the upcoming year!

Our tire recycle day was a huge success once again thanks to many locals who donated their tires for the event. We are also holding our 4-H Ice Melt Fundraiser again this year. If you would like to purchase ice melt please contact one of our members or leaders. We are working on plans for our club Christmas party, and are looking forward to enjoying time together for some fun!

We also welcomed a few new members to our club at our last meeting, putting our total count at 23 members. It’s going to be a great year! Mark your calendars for May 31, 2023 for our annual Achievement Day show and sale!

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The Vermilion Voice | November 29, 2022

Seven Tips For Grazing Corn

BCRC Submitted

With winter rolling in across the Prairies and parts of Eastern Canada, you may be turning to extended grazing to help keep cattle out on pasture longer.

Grazing standing corn has many benefits, including being a high- energy forage, but can also pose animal health risks if not managed properly.

H ere are so m e t i p s to hel p you successfully manage standing corn for grazing.

E ASE CAT TLE I NTO GR A Z I NG CORN If this is the first-time grazing corn, it may take some time for cattle to realize what they are supposed to do with the tall stalks. It is a good idea to slowly transition cattle from pasture to fall or winter corn grazing. Regardless of how familiar they are with grazing, the rumen takes time to adapt to the new feed source. One way to do this is to provide access to only a couple days’ worth of feed and also supply cattle with an alternative feed source such as a bale of hay to help them through the transition period.

L I M I T C OWS TO 3 - 4 DAYS O F FEED Inevitably, when cattle are turned out, they will eat the best (most palatable) parts of the plant first, which is the cob.

If cows are allowed access too much corn, there can be problems with rumen acidosis. Research conducted at the Western Beef Development Centre in Saskatchewan suggests limiting cattle to three to four days’ worth of feed and providing a fibre source (low-quality hay or straw) to help mitigate the risk of acidosis.

Strip grazing using electric fence provides a more uniform nutrient intake, reducing the risk of acidosis caused by cattle only eating high energy cobs,

and utilization per acre is improved.

This also reduces trampling and wastage.

PROT EC T CAT T LE FRO M T H E ELEMENTS In years of heavy snowfall, cattle may have better access to standing corn compared to swathed crops under snow. Observations have also shown standing corn providing protection from the wind during inclement weather.

Cattle can graze through the winter as long as they have access to water or loose snow and shelter.

FEED TEST, FEED TEST, FEED TEST In most cases corn exceeds the nutrient requirements of cattle in the first two trimesters of pregnancy, but it is still important to feed test to determine if the cows’ requirements will be met by grazing corn alone or if additional supplementation (protein) should be provided. Testing corn for mycotoxins is also recommended. Since corn is grazed standing, it is recommended to do a feed and mycotoxin test a couple weeks before grazing so that it is a close representation of what the cattle will actually be grazing. Visit the BCRC’s Feed Quality, Testing & Analysis for Beef Cattle webpage for more information.

HAVE A PLAN B Even with the best plans in place weather conditions such as too much snow, lack of frost or even too much rain can put an end to corn grazing.

Make sure you have an alternative winter feed in case you are forced to pull cows from the corn early.

Thinking about next year?

PLAN AHEAD Select an early-maturing variety that will match the Corn Heat Units (CHU) rating for your area to increase the chance of a high-yielding, high-quality

corn crop.

Planting an early-maturing, silagetype corn variety for use in late-season grazing has great potential since the productivity is very high and the taller plant allows cattle to harvest the stand when the snow gets deep.

PLANT FOR SUCCESS Choosing the right variety of corn is very important to ensure cattle don’t experience grain overload or acidosis. Learn more from this producer.

Read 10 Corn Planting Tips, which includes an overview of site and variety selection, seeding equipment, weed control and fertility.

Grazing corn can be seeded with an air seeder, air drill, row planter or conventional hoe drill. From Manitoba to British Columbia, the recommended seeding depth is 1.5-2 inches

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deep, preferably into moisture, at a soil temperature of at least 10 degrees Celsius. From Ontario to Prince Edward Island, the recommended seeding depth ranges from 1.5-3 inches deep.

Row spacing of 30 inches is recommended.

LEARN MORE For more tips on grazing corn plus an excellent overview of considerations when using extended grazing systems, view the BCRC webinar, Refining Corn Grazing Recommendations, presented

by Dr. Bart Lardner. Highlights include understanding Corn Heat Units (22:48), agronomics of growing corn (23:55), g r a zi n g m a n ag e m e nt (3 0:3 5) a n d research results (33:00).

Thank you to the BCRC for allowing the reprinting of this article. www.BeefResearch.ca

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The Vermilion Voice | November 29, 2022

Derwent Fire Department Donates

This past May the Derwent Fire Department planted 21 acres of wheat for its 2nd annual STARS Air Ambulance fundraiser, and their goal was to beat their previous

year’s total of $17,500 and they did it by $2,500.

“Thirteen thousand seven hundred came from the crop sale, and the rest was from donations totalling $20,000,” said Deputy Chief for the Derwent Fire Depart-

THE DERWENT FIRE DEPARTMENT WOULD LIKE THANK THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS AND DONATORS: Top Yield Fertilizer, Kwasnycia Farms, Agriterra Equipment Dewberry, Cornerstone Co-op, Selte Fuels, Bayer Crop Sciences Inc, All In Farm Services Inc., Rusylvia Transport, BASF Canada Ltd., Lychak Farms Ltd., Dwayne & Valerie Hendel, Rebekah & Erwin Warkentin, Jody, Brina & Jewel Kiziak, Don & Deb Gulayec, Derwent Pizza, B&B Feeders Inc., David & Lisa Trachuk, Simon & Nicole Noster, Albert & Leeann Bykowsky, Associated Fire Safety, G3 Vermilion, Nestor & Pam Kwasnycia, Mihaly & Jenny Laszlo, Bykowsky Farms Ltd., Donna Moon, Carter & LeeAnn Bielech, Henry & Mary Lychak, Ezra Noster, Ed & Janelle Mailhot, Tony & Henri Neilson, Robert & Karen Romaniuk, Kevin & Connie Onysyk, Neudale Vet Services, Don & Margaret Logan, Dave & Helen Myshak, Lakeland College Vermilion, George & Rhonda Brockie, Tom Mudryk & Donna Kiziak, Anthony & Fern Axley, Greg & Marie Lychak, John & Kim Grykuliak, Scott & Kelly Bannister, Darren Yaceyko, Clint & Irene Jacula, Dean & Karen Schaap, Saul Noster, Dylan & Katelyn Kwasnycia, Matt & Willow Jaremco, Randy & Sarka Kwasnycia, Rick & Jeannie Kwasnycia, Austin Axley, Micheal & Rebecca Speirs, Devon & Brandy Jacula, Dillion & Amber Bykowsky, Wayne Mudryk & Elanie Crates, James Burgess, William Burgess, Sheldon Mailhot, Wyatt Jacula, Noah Jacula, Michelle Varga, The Men’s Den, Hardcastles Store Inc., John & Kathy Fedoriuk, Art & Ruby Lawrence, Roman & Eraine Wegiel.

ment Ed Mailhot.

Mailhot said that they chose STARS because a large portion of the cost to operate the STARS air ambulance service comes from donations.

“Only part of their operations is funded by the government,” said Mailhot.

According to Mailhot there are six STARS bases across the prairies (Edmonton, Calgary, Grand Prairie, Saskatoon, Regina and Winnipeg.

“It costs approximately $10 million to operate each base, and each flight costs an average of $6,500. In 2021/22 STARS

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In a former article Mailhot explained that STARS is their go-to when it comes to remote access or when you need to get to the hospital quick.

“STARS flies to our area quite regularly, and anything that we can do to help keep them in the sky is worth doing. When someone is in an accident or situation that requires STARS to be dispatched it is usually the worst day of their life,” explained Mailhot.

Back row from lef t, William Burgess (Junior Firefighter, James Burgess (Junior firefighter), Sheld on M ailhot (Junior Firefighter), Greg Lychak (firefighter), Darren Yaceyko (firefighter), Carter Bielech (firefighter), Don Gulayec (Two hills County Reeve and Firefighter), and Don Logan (firefighter/Chaplain).

Fr o n t r o w f r o m l e f t , Ke v i n O n y s y k (Lieutenant), Rick Kwasnycia (Lieutenant), Matt Jaremco (Chief), Shannon Paquette and Michael Christian from STARS, Ed Mailhot (Deputy Chief), and Ezra Noster (Captain). Photo submitted

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