Health In Space

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“The Health in Space Demystifies the health challenges that astronauts face while living and working in space, such as variable gravity, radiation and isolation.

Through authentic artifacts and captivating interactive activities, this exhibition will engage visitors to better understand Canada’s role in advancing health research,” stated a press release. The release also said, “Discoveries in this field will be essential for the success of future deep-space expeditions and may also help solve medical challenges on Earth.”

“Studying the history of space exploration and the contributions of Canadians allows us to gain a deeper appreciation for the bravery and ingenuity of those who paved the way for humanity’s journey to space. Their legacy inspires us to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible and to dream of the

Dorrit Coburn Obituary

On October 14, 2022, Dorrit Coburn of Vermilion passed away at the age of 95 in Mannville, AB. Dorrit is loved and remembered by her children, Karen Waltz, Linda (Lucas) Piskunowicz, Murray (Katherine) Coburn, Brenda (Gerry) Wenckowski, Candice (Bob) Enjenesk, Lori Coburn and Lexie (Ron) Pierce, 15 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren, brother Robert Nelson, and sister, Evelyn Smythe. She was predeceased by husband, Howard Coburn, daughter, Anita, parents, Tom and Margit Nelson, twin brother, Eric Nelson, John Nelson and sisters, Esther Phillippe, Margaret Patterson, and son-in-law, Marvin Waltz. Dorrit was born on August 21, 1927, in Oste e, Denmark and at the age of 3 immigrated to Canada with her parents and Eric and Esther. Dorrit attended school in the Koknee District and then helped out on the family farm. At about the age of 19, she worked at the Vermilion Municipal Hospital. She enjoyed attending country dances and those at the Elks Hall. About this time she met Howard Coburn and they were married in 1948. The lived and farmed in the Preston District until Howard’s passing in 2002. Dorrit moved to St. Albert and lived with her daughter, Anita. In 2016 she moved to the Vermilion Valley Lodge. Because of declining health she moved to Wainwright in May of 2022 and later that year to the Mannville Care Center. She resided there until her passing. Family was important to Dorrit. She enjoyed sports like baseball, curling and hockey that her family was involved in. She became an avid Oilers fan where she would pick and enter hockey draft players each year. Also, she enjoyed attending dinners with the Preston ladies, bingo, shopping and the odd trip to the casino. Mostly, she loved to cook and read cookbooks for pleasure. Sour cream lemon pie and Danish Braid were a couple of her specialties.

She grew a huge garden and milked cows for many years.

Thank you to the sta at Vermilion Valley Lodge, and Mannville Care Centre for their kindness and all the did for Mom. We also want to thank Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home for their kindness and arrangements, Reverend Ann McGrath for Mom’s service at the United Church, Sharon Jaremco who prepared a wonderful lunch and all those who attended the service. We also thank those who made donations to charities, sent food, owers, cards and all the phone calls and visits.

Sincerely,

The Coburn Family incredible adventures that await us in the vast expanse of space.” “Exploring the vastness of space and the intricacy of our solar system fosters a sense of wonder and curiosity in children, inspiring them to learn more about the world around them and to think critically about the mysteries of the universe,” said Holly Durawa, Collections Co-ordinator, Lloydminster Museum + Archives.

The Health in Space will include video interviews with Canadian astronauts, who will offer a first-hand insight into their experiences. There will be a special section within the exhibition that will highlight astronaut David Saint-Jacques’ recent mission, highlighting his selection and training to experiments he conducted while aboard the International Space Station.

This special exhibition will be hosted by the Lloydminster Museum + Archives until April 26. During the exhibition there will be several educational programs open to the schools and the public.

The Health in Space-Childrens programming will be available during the February school break providing participants the opportunity to complete a space mission, as well as, to participate in activities, games and challenges to see how the world works, and create science and space-inspired art.

For this program ages 8-11 year-olds can register for the February 21 to 23 event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the cost is $105 for all three days. The program will be available to children ages 5-7 on February 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be $35 for the day. You can register for the program by visiting Lloydminster.ca/LMAPrograms or by calling 780-874-3720.

Another program that will be held during the exhibition is the Indigenous Interpretations of the Night Sky and will be lead by Education Specialist Jennifer Howse from the Rothney Astrophysical Observatory. This program is open to school groups and the public. March 23, from 7-9 all ages can attended at a cost of $10. On March 22-24 grades 1-12 there will be programs offered at various times throughout each day.

Howse has 16 years experience in teaching young learners and learning from Indigenous Elders and Knowledge Keepers and will share Blackfoot and Cree perceptions of celestial motion and appreciation for the night sky wilderness as a member of the Metis Nation.

More information about Health in Space is available at IngeniumCanada.org