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Sled racers competing. Photos Jacob Hamilton

Lorna Hamilton

Twelve -year- old Sydney Waldor f attended the races to volunteer, but The Vermilion Ridge Riders Snow- was asked to participate in the races mobile Club hosted their 4th Annual on a sled she had never ridden before; Snowmobile Drag Races in conjunction but that didn’t stop her from coming with Straightline Snowmobile Racing in 1st in one heat and 2nd in another Associate at the Vermilion Airport on for the junior division. It was her first February 11. time racing and said, “It was a lot of With glorious weather conditions for fun. I really enjoyed racing and I like February, sixty-five registered racers the adrenaline from it.” from all over Alberta and SaskatcheAlso available at this years event wan enjoyed the day of racing excite- was a beer garden and concession ment. Straightline Snowmobile Racing which offered hot dogs, chili dogs, chili Associate (SSRA) ran the sanctioned bowls, hamburgers, cheese burgers, races with classes for professionals and various beverages. and amateurs. The event was familyThe event was also broadcast on friendly with racers of all ages and cash 100.1 FM radio. prizes were awarded to the finalist.

The Ridge Riders would like to thank Vermilion Ridge Riders president, the Town of Vermilion and Vermiion Warren Young was pleased with the Flying Club for allowing the use of the day and the turnout. There were a airport and the Vermilion Provincial broad array of sleds that attended, Park for the use of a groomer. They everything from a 120cc kids sled to would also like to thank the many sponpurpose-built mod sleds. sors of the event.

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The Joys Of Distilling

Lorna Hamilton

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subjective. What makes our product unique is whiskey, blended with wheat whiskey and uses the mash produced to help supplement we gather our bourbon mash grains from local blended with corn whiskey. All three are whis- his herd.

Back in the day, Brent Convey made farmers and use well water straight from the key’s but corn whiskey is a bourbon,” said “During the process, we take the grains hooch with his dad in the basement of their aquifer, and we don’t add any chemicals or Convey. (locally sourced) and boil it down into a mash; home when he lived just south of Vermilion. other accelerants. Just mill the grains insight CY Distilling currently produces whis- almost like a thick chowder. We then add While working in the energy industry, Convey and good clean water. Then it comes down key, bourbon, and vodka, as well as an Irish yeast, though there are some mashes we resided in Saudi Arabia and expanded his to running the still (named George after his crème which is the recipe of his business don’t add the yeast, but either way you allow distilling knowledge of alcohol because it was grandfather) removing the heads and tails partner Righand Distillery. They are releasing the fermentation process. Then we cook off a dry country. After moving to Seguin Texas, from every distillation process. We do this by another version which will be butter pecan in the alcohol from the water, corn or barley he expanded his passion of making liquor by taste throughout the spirit runs.” both the U.S. and in Alberta. whatever grain we are cooking with. We feed owning and operating CY Distillery.

Convey explained that the alcohol they The owner of Righand Distillery has been that mash (by product) to our cattle on our “Liquor has been part of many or most of boiled off through the condenser of the actual a mentor for Convey, and they are using farm,” commented Convey. Convey added my decisions, so I thought I might as well make still is collected and they distill it multiple times Righands bottles and logo for the three they that his cattle eat about 100 pounds of spent some money at it. A friend of mine in Alberta depending on what they are doing to refine have in production at the moment as well as bourbon mash every day per animal and that owns Righand Distillery and offered to part- it more and more. Vodka is the white liquor, their own. the supplement feed source provides a finishner up and expand into the USA,” commented and anything stored in wood is whiskey. They The graphic which forms the CY Distillery ing ration for their cattle every day of their Convey. Convey also noted that their distillery make bourbon on an almost daily basis, but logo is Conveys’ family brand and came from lives. isn’t of the norm with a bar or pub attached are making a mash every day for one alcohol his grandfather and his family, an immigrant “This is a full circle from field to flask to to it; and that their goal is to produce a great or another. from Northern Ireland. The same simple plate. It creates a pretty nice dinner if you whiskey, bourbon, and vodka and said, “We “We have to age our liquor in house, and cattle brand they brought with them all those ask me. Growing up in the Preston 4H beef make liquor using all the tech from the 1960’s, we also have a blended whiskey that like a years ago now adorns CY Distillery bottles, club and on my Mom’s family farm (Westman I’m not sure what makes it good and taste is Canadian Rye Whiskey, blended with rye which are designed to reflect Convey’s past Farms) I learned a couple of things on raising in the oil industry. cattle. My cattle are the fattest in Texas,” said Convey has a working cattle farm and Convey.

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Thank You

The family of the late Calvin Imrie, would like to thank everyone for their kind words, phone calls, messages, visits, cards and flowers. Thank-you to all that made donations in his memory. A special thank-you to Reflections Funeral Home, for their guidance and support during this difficult time. In lieu of thank-you cards the family will be making a donation to Stars.

Thank-you from Joy, Kevin & Heather, Carey, Jodie & Jim, 9 grandchildren, and 2 great-grancdchildren

Iris Poliakiwski February 17, 1979

"In Loving Memory of Our Mother, Grandmother, and Great Grandmother."

44 years have passed since You were taken from us.

After all that you’ve been through I wished that I could have helped you.

But there was nothing That could have been done.

Peacefully sleeping now, out of pain, I would not wake you to suffer again.

Sadly missed but not forgotten, Darren, Teresa, Chaylene, and Pat Kaebree, Kamdyn, and Kyler

Stephen Yaceyko

June 24, 1927 ~ January 11, 2023 The family of Steve wishes to extend their sincere appreciation and heartfelt thank-you to family, friends, and neighbours for your love, comfort, words of encouragement, prayers, sympathy cards, flowers and donations to our

selected charities.

Many thanks to the paramedics of Elk Point Ambulance Services, and the first responders of Clandonald Fire Department for their assistance in time of need.

A special thanks to Dr. Ebiskie and the nursing staff of Elk Point Health Centre for their compassion, wonderful care, and comfort in Dad’s last remaining days.

Many thanks to Candice Anderson and the staff of Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services for your compassion and guidance during arrangements for Steve (Dad).

Special thanks to Candice Anderson for officiating the beautiful and heartfelt service.

Thank-you to Father Andrij Nykyforuk for officiating the graveside service at St. George’s Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery in Derwent.

Thank you to Rural Roots for the beautiful flower arrangement for the service.

Thank you to Sharon Jaremco for providing the hot lunch at noon for the immediate family, and for the lunch after the Celebration of Life.

Bless you all!

Photo of their bottles and logos for CY Distillery and Righand Distillery. Photo submitted

Raymond Ewald Konieczny 1935 - 2022

Card of Thanks

The family of Raymond Konieczny wish to extend sincere appreciation and heartfelt thanks to family and friends for the love and comforting words of encourangement, prayers, sympathy cards, flowers and donations made in Raymond’s memory. Thank you to Reflections Funeral Home staff for their compassion and guidance. Special thanks to Father Joy for the spiritual mass accompanied by vocals and music by Diane Sanson and Marilyn Demas of Something Sweet for the lovely lunch following the service. We would like to acknowledge the wonderful care provided to Raymond by the Doctors and staff of the Two Hills Health Care Centre.

Lillian, Renee, Kelly

Mary Ann Barlow Jan 8, 1932 - Feb 19, 2016

& David Barlow

Dec 4, 1963 - May 20, 1984

Those we love don’t go away They walk beside us everyday Unseen, unheard but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear Loving remembered & forever missed, Jack and families

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The Vermilion Voice | February 14, 2023

VES Science Fair

Submitted how batteries work, etc. Other science On Friday February 3rd, Vermilion projects were experiment based; such as Elementary School held its 24th Annual exploding pop, making slime, and paper Science Fair. towel strength tests.

We want to extend a huge thank you for our community judges. They were impressed with the variety and the effort that students ranging from grades 1-6 put forth in their projects.

Entering the Science Fair is not mandatory and is completed at home with a few check in meetings with Mr. Haslehurst along the way.

“It is exciting to watch students explore the science topics which interest them,” stated Mr. Haslehurst.

In total, 31 students participated in completing 21 projects. Twelve of those projects achieve merit for demonstrating excellence in the scientific process and understanding the science behind their topic. Some projects were research Gemma Morrison. based; such as hurricanes, animals, and Nawal Elkadry.

Attendees at the Science Fair.

Photos Greg Haslehurst

New Pet Grooming Business In Vermilion

Angela Mouly

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“Being my first venture as an entrepreneur, I “I’m very thankful to the Town, my family, They are open Tuesday - Saturday from 10 knew the equipment was going to be expensive and the community for the encouragement,” a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information or to book The Comb & Collar hosted a ribbon-cutting and I was afraid I wasn’t going to build up my said Hanlon. an appointment you can call 780-853-7949. ceremony at Lakeland Mall in Vermilion on clients, but since opening December 1, it was To see recent work, you can follow her at February 9. so nice to get all my old clients back; it’s nice The Comb & Collar Vermilion on Facebook.

The Town of Vermilion presented sole propri- to have supporters,” said Hanlon. “My favouetor, Sasha Hanlon, with a plaque in celebration rite part of grooming is starting a puppy. They of her new pet grooming business. don’t know what to expect and are scared.

“We’re always thrilled to see a new busi- When the parents (owners) take my advice and ness opening up, and we are looking forward come regularly, they grow and flourish, and can to the strong support from the community,” said relax.”

Mayor Greg Throndson.

She said pet grooming is a skill in very high Hanlon has lived in Vermilion for the past 14 demand and hard to learn, so she currently has years and graduated from Lakeland College as clients travelling from Mannville, Elk Point, St. a Veterinary Medical Assistant in 2015. While Paul, and Lloydminster. Convinced it was her doing her practicum, she happened to see a personality as well as her talent that kept them groomer and was hooked ever since. Instead coming, Councillor Rob Pulyk said, “The more of seeing the dogs sad she liked making them services that are here, the more dollars stay pretty instead, and said she went on to receive in the community, which helps build jobs and From left, Councillor Rob Snow, Councillor Rob Pulyk, Owner/Operator Sasha Hanlon, Mayor Greg Throndson, and Councillor Kevin Martin. Photo Angela Mouly more training from the top groomer in the area. economic development.”

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Angela Mouly

Horsemanship Clinic

The Vermilion Voice | February 14, 2023

the outcome doesn’t matter,”: said Theissen.

Lakeland College Vermilion hosted a Hoffman said by learning the basics, the Ranch Roping Clinic from February 10-12 14 students would be able to apply them for their second year Equine students. to every type of horsemanship whether Throughout the weekend Adam Theissen they go into English or Western, jumping taught basic horsemanship, cattle handling or barrel racing, he said the horse kind of skills, and roping skills. Theissen is a horse tends to operate the same way all the time. trainer from Waldeck, Saskatchewan, but They worked to build confidence in their Instructor Ron Hoffman said he has spent horses for these jobs, and Hoffman said his life in the cattle industry as well. because both the students and the horses “Good horsemanship makes the job were learning, it was less about getting the easier, if you can teach your horse to work job done and about building their horses to with you instead of doing everything your- be better and better. self,” said Hoffman. “With this particular Hayley Schmidt from Sonningdale, group of horses, the students started train- Saskatchewan said since Grade 7 she ing and riding them as colts in September. had always wanted to come to Lakeland “Everyone did awesome. Whatever you College and chose the Equine program to do, keep working at it. If you go to a show get more experience. and you’ve started a colt and do your best, “I taught myself to ride, so to have more leg and hand control was really helpful,” said Schmidt.

According to Hoffman there is a good balance of academic courses, and labs where the students get to spend time riding their horse. Throughout the year, the students and horses had shown much improvement, and the horses will go on to be sold at the Round Up Sale on March 26.

“These horses have a really good foun- Hayley Schmidt with her horse Sunny. dation,” said Hoffman. “Whether going into the horse industry or using a horse in the cattle industry, these skills are marketable for the students.”

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Chocolate Pudding Cake

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Prairie Wool

Helen Row Toews

For some unknown reason, at least to arm, but I jumped as though he’d lobbed flogging? Be sent to juvie? a pack of hollering first-grade students, a grenade at my person. A grin was plasNo one fully understood what juvie V a l e n t i n e part of the lawn had been roughly torn up tered across his face as he jogged up the was, but it sounded terrible! mysteries with a cultivator. hill, waiting for my reaction. Had he foreThankfully no. I made an eloquent How do you know Before exiting the classroom, our seen the future, he might have chosen to apology, was sent to detention and if a member of the teacher, Mrs. Ranger, admonished us step up his pace. received a stern lecture on rule-breakopposite sex likes to stay clear of this area and not throw Fa i l i n g t o u n d e r s t a n d t h e f i n e r ing, dangerous roughhousing, and selfyou? It’s an age-old clumps of earth at one another. How well nuances of flirting at this tender age, I control. question without any that lady understood the psyche of a six- viewed this action as a full frontal attack Life went on. definitive answer. year-old child. and responded accordingly. Veering with Several months later, two interesting The affection others hold for us can be We ran outside and huddled at the single-minded purpose to the restricted things happened. One, I was issued a challenging to spot when we’re children, edge of the dirt. Oh, the temptation of area, I seized a likely-looking clod and marriage proposal by this same young let alone adults. fresh filth. However, with our teacher’s hurled it with deadly accuracy at the man who felt I might be handy to have Kids usually show it by tr ying to words ringing in our little ears, we turned boy’s head. around in case of a zombie apocalypse. impress one another, making excuses to away and moved dejectedly to the swing BLAM! Right in the noggin. He plum- Two, I was urged to join the softball team be close, even such as gentle pushing set until the bell, signalling the end of the meted to the ground, bowling over with as pitcher. (Good throwing arm.) or shoving, or teasing, sometimes to the break, rang. Albert Hoover stayed close a series of yowls that brought the entire Not a tale brimming with love and degree that it appears rude. by. He liked me. schoolyard to a standstill. The teacher Valentine’s Day sentiment, you might As usual, I have an example of these As we dashed back to our studies, was summoned, his classmates gath- remark as we draw to a close. behaviors from my colourful/silly past. Albert detoured, ever so briefly, into the ered around, accusing glares were sent True, but it does illustrate how love Although it seemed a bit of a stretch to forbidden land, snatched up a smallish my way, and I subsided into a withering conquers all and occasionally promotes consider this scenario to be flirting, my lump of sod, and tossed it my way. pile of remorse. you out of left field. mother later assured me it was so.

“Bet you can’t hit me,” he jeered, leapWhat had I done? Knocked him senseFor more of Helen’s stories or to order I can picture it now, morning recess on ing away. less? Killed the boy with one fell blow? her new, destination romance, go to the playground at Marshall School, 1967.

The dirt crumbled on impact with my Would I do prison time? Undergo public helentoews.com Columnist

MROCZEK, John

May 26, 1934 – February 1, 2023 John Mroczek, beloved husband, father, grandfather, & friend passed away in his sleep on February 1, 2023 at the age of 88. He was born in Holden, Alberta to Michael & Helen (Pyzick) Mroczek. He enjoyed growing up on the family farm with his 5 siblings. In June 1959, he married the love of his life Annie (Antos) and they were married 52 years at the time of Annie’s passing in 2012. He was proud of his 3 children – Brian, Kevin, & Roseanne – and took an active role in their lives. He had a very kind heart which was demonstrated each time Roseanne brought home a stray dog or cat who always became part of our family.

John worked with the Canadian National Railway as a Foreman for 36 years. During that time, he mentored several employees who became life long friends. He also played a role in the 1978 Royal Tour as the Queen travelled via train during her visit to Alberta. As a result of his work, they relocated to Viking, Bruce, St. Albert & Mannville.

They have many fond memories of living in the CN stations in the St. Albert & Mannville communities. The St. Albert station is now part of the Alberta Railway Museum in Edmonton where John & Brian were frequent visitors.

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John & Annie built a new house in Mannville to enjoy their retirement years. John spent time enjoying many projects around the house and meeting with friends for a coffee at the local cafe. Retirement also gave him more time to spend with his 5 grandchildren, who he loved whole heartedly and treasured the conversations, visits, and memories he had with them. He was so proud of their accomplishments including graduating from university in their respective fields. After 32 years in Mannville, they moved to Athabasca where Kevin & his family lived. In 2005, they relocated to Edmonton where they spent their remaining years together in Condo 217.

John was a considerate and generous man who enjoyed meeting new people. Each morning, you could always find John at Londonderry Mall completing his daily walk around and then discussing the latest news over coffee with his buddies. John was an avid pool player and played many games at his condo’s game room or at the nearby Legion. He always enjoyed meeting his relatives for lunch.

John will remain forever in the hearts of his children Brian (Myra), Kevin, Roseanne (Selina), & grandchildren Breanna (Scott), Megan, Gregory, Janaan, Kameelah & Selina’s daughters Jess (Adam) & Sam (Riley). Also mourning his passing is John’s sister Josie Slabysz, brother Terry (Laurie), friend Theresa Ulvestad, his coffee buddies, & his “Antos” family.

John was predeceased by his wife Annie, parents Michael Mroczek & Helen (Paul) Chmielewski, brother Stanley, sisters Evelyn Lefsurd & Sophie Allen, & brother-in-laws Bill Slabysz & Charlie Allen.

At John’s request, there will be no funeral. His immediate family will get together at a later date to celebrate John and what he meant to them. John will be buried next to Annie at the Bruce Cemetery. If so desired, memorial donations in John’s name may be made to STARS Air Ambulance or the Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 14, 2023

The Death Of A Mayor

Craig Baird

to Vermilion in 1925 to join the teaching Heckbert was a major contributor to If it was a community organization, staff of the provincial agricultural college. community affairs and had served as Heckbert did it all.

It was a sad day for He continued on that path for eight the Alberta president of the Canadian Upon his death, he was survived by Vermilion on Oct. 7, years, before he moved into real estate Legion from 1941 to 1949. He was also a his wife, one son named Charles, a 1969 when Mayor S. and insurance, operating a business with past grand master of the Masonic Ledge grandson named Douglas and a grandCarl Heckbert passed his son for the next four decades. for Alberta. daughter named Jane. away suddenly.

At the time of his death, he had been On top of all of that, he also served Contact Craig at craig@canadaehx.

Originally born in Sack ville, New mayor of Vermilion for eight years, after as the former president of the Western com Brunswick, Heckberk enlisted with the four years on council. He had only just Canada Fairs Association.

Support Craig by donating at www. army in the First World War and served announced that he was not going to be In 1968, he also sought the nomina- canadaehx.com (Click Donate) for three years before coming home running for re-election. At the time, he tion for the Progressive Conservative Listen to his podcasts Canadian and gaining an education in teaching. was a very popular mayor. He was also a Party in the constituency for the federal History Ehx, Canada’s Great War, From He spent some time teaching industrial member of the Canadian Legion and the election. He lost the nomination to Don John to Justin, Pucks and Cups and arts in Illinois and Wisconsin but came Masonic Lodge.

Mazankowski, who won and would serve Canada: A Yearly Journey on all podcast Throughout his time in Vermilion, in that riding until 1993. platforms.

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OBITUARY

Died peacefully in Albuquerque on January 23rd 2023 after a brief illness; she was 97.

She will be remembered as a learned, engaging and sparkling personality, a woman of spirit and faith, lifelong friend, and a shining light of the family. She is survived by her son, Michael, and wife Dianne (Vadeboncoeur) of Centerville, Ohio; grandson Ryan Chanatry of Brooklyn, NY; grandson Casey Chanatry, wife Jamie (Richards), and great-granddaughter Alma of Dayton, Ohio; brother Gordan Allan Sullivan and wife Joan (O’Kane) of Princeton, New Jersey; nephews Michael Sullivan of Montreal, Canada; Timothy Sullivan of Jersey City, New Jersey; and David Sullivan and wife Diana (Morris), grand-niece Haley and grand-nephew George, of Princeton, New Jersey; cousin Mary Colbert of Oswego, Illinois; and sister-in-law Janet Chanatry of Utica, New York. There are many nieces, nephews, and friends as well, all of whom have grown up knowing, admiring and absorbing the infectious joy that was Teresa.

Lorna Hamilton

also performed in some of the finest on a journey of highs. concer t halls, major international “Martin has visited over 30 counThe Vermilion Allied Arts featured conferences, and places of worship tries and believes passionately in the Martin Kerr Trio at the Lakeland of var i o u s fa i t h s, fo l k c l u b s a n d the oneness of all races and reliCollege Alumni Theatre in Vermilion numerous house concer ts across gions. During his travels, he spent on February 12.

North America. a year teaching music to preschoolKerr was born and raised in BritMartin’s music style is described ers in Beijing. The dozens of songs ain, but currently resides in Edmon- as genre-hopping from folk to hip- h e w r o te t h e r e a r e n o w u s e d i n to n an d has be c o me a fix ture to hop, pop, soul, and funk and back to hundreds of schools around China the summer scene drawing huge his intimate singer-songwriter vibe. to encourage the virtues of courage, crowds to his street performances When listening to Martin’s music it patience and kindness,” according an d ha s s o l d t h ou s an d s of CD’s made the audience tap their feet and to The Allied Arts write-up on Martin fro m his g uit ar ase. version M ar t in has clap their hands while bringing them Kerr.

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Also thank you to the Vermilion Credit Union for handling our perogy supper tickets and Baba Jenny’s for making our perogy dough.

Thank you to the community members for all the donations.

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Vermilion Town Council

Angela Mouly

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a difference? Absolutely they make a their property? This is a first time for a lot annually.” difference. If we don’t know something of communities; most communities don’t The motion was carried.

A number of items were up for discus- is going on we can’t do anything about it. sell streets to businesses. There will be a The Field Marshall Alexander Royal sion at the Vermilion Town Council meet- You never know what small piece of the lot of questions on this – it is going to be a Canadian Legion Branch #11 submitted ing on February 7, including a delegation puzzle fits into the bigger picture.” positive thing, but is going to take a long a request for a letter of support as they

by RCMP Sgt. Dunsmore, a street sale, a A motion was made to give first read- time,” said Throndson. venture to obtain a Community Facilrealty incentive, and a letter of support for ing of Road Closure Bylaw #3-3023, to With one opposed and six in favour, the ity Enhancement Program Grant for the Legion. proceed with the public hearing process motion was carried. $25,000. Director of Community Services, Sergeant Dunsmore delivered his and obtain approval from the Minister of Since 2018, the Town of Vermilion has Sarah Paterson, said the grant will fund quarterly report with statistics from Octo- Alberta Transportation. The proposed been offering a $3,000 realty incentive to the second phase of the Soldier’s Plot at ber – December of 2022. Because they road closure would be for 49A Street from local real estate agents for their property the Vermilion Public Cemetery, including are shared late, he noted it was the first 49 Avenue to Railway Avenue. Accord- sales within the Town of Vermilion. landscaping, and a concrete walkway for time last year they had seen an increase, ing to the Town, the closure will allow Manager of Economic Development, signage stands for soldiers who lost their but that it was not a unique trend for the Ireland Farm Equipment (the landowner Mary Lee Prior said, “To date the program lives during WWI and WWII. It was noted town, county or province. to the east and west) to purchase the has been very successful for residential the letter was received after the required “In short, things are going well with the road for additional space for their agri- lots only. The staff recommends that date but another round of funding would detachment,” said Dunsmore. “Signifi- cultural equipment business as per their council approve an increase of the realty be coming available for them. cant challenges that RCMP and other purchase agreement dated December incentive to $5,000 per transaction only Mayor Thondson said, “I think it’s a forces are facing is to attract and retain 16, 2019. for industrial or commercial lot sales. wonderful project; a wonderful display for employees. We maintain fully staffed with Councillor Snow asked if there had They will be made once the sale is paid the soldiers of the past.” The motion was one position on long term leave which been any consultation with other busi- in full and the incentive will be reviewed carried. we aim to fill by next quarter. This does nesses around that area, and Direcnot affect service delivery, but affects tor of Infrastructure and Planning, Ben the schedule with the existing members McPhee, said a portion of this project was picking up the slack and making do with before his time here, but a portion is in the what we have.” consultation process and to allow them to In crime, theft over $5,000 was up come talk to the Town. Councillor Pulyk 1,200 per cent in the last quarter. That noted it has been discussed for quite included one heavy equipment theft that some time and well before the Cheesery another detachment was able to recover. was built. McPhee noted that it will take Overall he said in the 5 -year trend there approximately one year for Alberta Transwas almost a 30 per cent decrease, and a portation to approve the project.

14 per cent decrease when compared to Mayor Throndson asked, “What are we last quarter of 2021. going to see there for change? For examTo fulfill their community engage- ple, is there going to be sidewalk removal wide version ment, the Vermilion RCMP will be plan- or are those 3” things going to go through ning another Coffee With A Cop in partnership with Lakeland College in March.

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AFSC

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a l way s i m p o r t a n t , a n d t h at o f te n If you are a beginning producer, certainty. means understanding our limitations or someone looking to take over the There’s so much to consider when Traditionally, December and Janu- and seeking advice when we need it. family farm, AFSC’s Nex t Genera- running your farm operation, and it ary are a time to reflect on the past Farming can be a 24/7 endeavour and tion Loan program ties in very favor- requires you to wear many hats. A year and think about the one ahead. it’s impossible to be an expert in every ably with most financial plans. With little planning now will put you and For producers, this often means turn- aspect of business – there just aren’t a Yo u n g Pr o d u c er i n c e nt i ve r ate, your farm on the right track. AFSC’s ing attention to paperwork and office enough hours in the day. you can reduce your overall borrow- knowledge and understanding of the duties that may have been building up Par tnering with exper ts can help ing costs for the first five years of challenges in farm planning, risk mitiover the busy fall months. While most you ensure the success of your oper- your borrowing, while the flexibility on gation and financing can help you get of us have no shortage of items on our ation. Whether it ’s working with an terms allows you to manage the risk there. to-do lists, one that may rise to the accountant who understands agri- and maturity of your debt.

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Alberta Is Introducing A New Agri-Processing Tax Credit

AB Government

Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit to important role in feeding the world and I of Agriculture and Irrigation. provide a 12 per cent non-refundable tax look forward to seeing further innovation As Alberta’s oldest industry, agriculAs provinces and states across North credit to support this growth and attract and growth in this sector,” said Danielle ture is foundational to the province’s America look to capitalize on the potential investment. To be eligible, corporations Smith, Premier. economy and identity. Incentivizing large of the agri-processing industry, Alberta must make a minimum capital invest“Alberta has the fundamentals to take capital investments will ensure the sector will build on the province’s competitive ment of $10 million in value-added agri- our value-added agriculture industry to remains strong for generations to come advantages by launching a new tax credit processing in Alberta. new heights and meet the increasing and capable of adapting to the economy program in spring 2023. The program will “Agriculture has been a key part of global demand for food. The new agri- of the future. ensure Alberta maintains a competitive Alberta’s economy for more than 100 processing tax credit will allow us to attract “The Alberta Agri-Processing Investment edge over other jurisdictions and is able to years and I’m excited to see this tax credit large-scale agri-food projects that will help Tax Credit further positions Alberta as an maximize the number of opportunities that program roll out so that it continues to be grow our industry, increase opportunities attractive place to do business. By supporthelp grow the economy and create jobs. a key part of our economy in the future. for primary producers, create jobs and ing this quickly evolving and increasingly Budget 2023 will introduce the Alberta Alberta’s agricultural producers play an feed the world,” said Nate Horner, Minister competitive sector, this government is further encouraging investment that will create jobs and grow Alberta’s economy,” noted Travis Toews, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance.

“With the introduction of the agriprocessing investment tax credit, Alberta has positioned itself to attract more largescale sector investments than ever before from companies like mine. This is the right way for Alberta’s agri-food sector to support diversification, create jobs, compete and win,” commented Rich Vesta, CEO, Harmony Beef.

“Alberta is widely recognized in the business community for its competitive tax rates, skilled workforce and strong primary agriculture sector. By offering a 12 per cent tax credit to agri-food processors making a minimum investment of $10 million, Alberta is maintaining its status as a top destination for value-added agricultural projects,” said John Heimbecker, owner, Parrish and Heimbecker.

“Population growth, a changing climate and increased costs of food are all indicators that food security will be a growing challenge. The new agri-processing tax credit program is a great incentive that will continue to highlight rural Alberta as the home of an innovative agriculture industry that plays a vital role in supporting food production,” stated Paul McLauchlin, president, Rural Municipalities of Alberta.

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spreading frequency thereby reduc- in) contains frozen soil water. risk implementing setbacks from water ing time to deal with logistics avoid Snow- c overe d - more than 50% bodies and wells, as well as nearby “ E x t r e m e w e a t h e r eve n t s , f u l l emergencies and thus reduce stress of the field is covered by an average residences deciding which application manure storages, delayed harvest or and improve your mental health, and snow depth of more than 5 cm (2 in) methods to use and mitigating factors contractor availability may be some of improve neighbour and communit y from the ground surface. to reduce risks (for example, working the most common reasons why a farm relationships.

“If you are still unsure, the NRCB a field in the fall perpendicular to the operator may need to spread manure on Another way to increase capacity inspector can help you determine if direction of slope to slow runoff). frozen and/or snow-covered ground,” for solid manure is to use short-term the field is frozen or snow- covered “ Preparing for winter spreading, says Trevor Wallace, provincial nutri- or temporary manure storage. Under and if so, tell you what is required to even if you end up not needing to, will ent management specialist with the the Agricultural Operation Practices get permission to spread. Check out save you time, money and stress if Alberta government. “However, when Act (AOPA), manure can be stored in their Applying Manure on Frozen or the need arises, not to mention, if the the ground is frozen or snow-covered, a shor t-term manure storage for an Snow- C overe d L and fac tsheet for NRCB is aware of the plan, decisions the risk of losing applied manure and accumulated total of 7 months over a more information.” on spreading can be made faster. If nutrients in runof f is much greater 3-year period.

If the land is not frozen or snow- accepted, the NRCB can respond in due to limited soil infiltration, reduced “This limitation reduces the risks covered, then the normal requirements an informed way to complaints and veg et ative filter ing an d in c rease d from storing manure such as nutri- for manure handling and spreading concerns should they occur. Planning runoff potential. It is important to be ent accumulation, runoff and leach- are in effect, see Manure Spreading for winter spreading situations shows aware of the increased risks and to ing. Site selection can further reduce Regulations. that you are a responsible operator, know your options to manage them.” these impacts and minimize concerns “You can be proactive by developing helping to suppor t or improve your Adopt strategies to avoid emergency from neighbours and the community.” a winter manure management plan that industry’s positive image and that you situations and the need to spread If spreading is the only option, the minimizes the need to apply manure care for your neighbours and commumanure on frozen or snow- covered first step to managing risks related to in the winter and reduces the risk of nity.” ground. Strategies could include regu- spreading manure on frozen or snow- emergency situations,” says Wallace.

For more information, check out lar maintenance and inspection of the covered land is to contact the nearest “ Inc lude a sc hedule for spreading t h e N u t r i e n t M a n a g e m e n t We b i equipment and facilities. Consider NRCB inspector to discuss the situa- activities in advance and time those nar on February 6 to hear from Trevor increasing the frequency of inspec- tion. The NRCB may or may not grant activities to avoid winter spreading. A Wallace, Alberta Agriculture and Irrigations with aging infrastructure. Well- permission depending on the reasons plan that includes preventative main- tion’s nutrient management specialist planned inspections identif y wear, for spreading, t ype of manure and tenance activities and additional stor- and Kevin Seward, NRCB compliance d a m a g e a n d m a i n te n a n c e i s s u e s the site-specific circumstances. The ag e so lut io ns fur t her re d u c es the manager. Alternatively call 310-FARM before there is a problem. Create a NRCB will: meet and work with you to likelihood of having to spread in the (3276) or email 310farm@gov.ab.ca. checklist and a schedule to find weak assess the situation confirm if the field winter.” p o i nt s i n t h e sys te m s o t h at t h ey is frozen or snow-covered if needed Having a well thought are not overlooked, and keep those help you to decide what steps can be o u t p l a n i s i n v a l u records should a Natural Resources taken to reduce risk, if any, and tell you able when faced with Conservation Board (NRCB) inspector what specific requirements must be a n e m e r g e n c y a n d ask to see them. met to ensure spreading will not cause therefore should iden“ If your storage facilities cannot a risk to the environment or inappro- tif y suitable fields for hold the manure produced through the priate nuisance as per the regulations e m e r g e n c y s p r e a d winter, perhaps it’s time to increase under the AOPA. ing by: collecting and your storag e c apac it y,” points out How can you tell if the ground is analyzing information Wallace. f r oze n o r s n o w - c ove r e d? A l b e r t a about potential manure T hi s c an b e d o ne by c o n str u c t- d e v e l o p e d a F r o z e n a n d S n o w - spreading lands such as ing additional storage facility capac- C o v e r e d L a n d Te c h n i c a l G u i d e - soil test records, runoff ity to provide a total 12 to 18 months line that provides the following tests: potential, direction and manure production, which will: allow Frozen - the soil is impenetrable as p o t e n t i a l d o w n s l o p e spreading manure at a better time for a result of freezing temperatures, or r e c e p t o r s a s s e s s i n g crops to uptake those nutrients reduce more than one third of the top 15 cm (6 t h o s e f i e l d s fo r r u n o f f File photo.

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Cattle By The Numbers

AgriNews

average (2017 to 2021).

Heifer slaughter volume in 2022 20 2 2 s aw a d e c rease in heifer rose by 6.9% over 2021 and nearly r e t e n t i o n , a u c t i o n v o l u m e a n d 15 % o v e r t h e 5 - y e a r a v e r a g e , impor ts compared to 2021, but an w h e r e a s s te e r s l au g h te r vo l u m e increase in beef output. dropped by 5.8% when compared to “Alberta beef producers retained 2021. Cow slaughter also increased fewer breeding heifers for replace- in 2022 by 4.8% over 2021, however ment in 2022, suggesting expansion this level was c om parable to the is not in the immediate future,” says 5-year average (up 0.9%).

Ann Boyda, livestock economist with “With one month left for recorded the Alberta government. “The Canfax d a t a , 2 0 2 2 w i l l f a l l s h o r t o f t h e Cattle on Feed reports show a 9.4% volume in 2021,” points out Boyda. increase in heifer placement in feed- “Agri-Food Trade On-Line database lots in 2022 compared to 2021. Heifer indicates that live cattle imports were placements were higher in the first highest in 2021 at over 234,919 head half of 2022 and declined by 3% in (excluding purebred cattle), 61.7% the second half. The rate of heifer to greater than the 5-year average of steer placement increased to 37.5% 145,294 head.” in 2022 as compared to 33.1% in Tot a l c at t l e i m p o r t s to A l b er t a 2021. Steer placement declined by from the U.S., British Columbia and 10.2% in 2022 as compared to 2021.” Saskatchewan reached 1,240,768 Alberta auction feeder steer and head in 2021. Preliminary estimates heifer volume for 2022 was 638,769 for 2022 suggest that total cat tle head, down 9% from 2021 and down imports will be down from 2021 by as 26.1% from the 5-year average. The much as 8%. Alberta’s feedlot capacfirst 3 weeks of 2023 report volumes ity draws feeder steers and heifers down 13.4% over the same period from Saskatchewan. last year.

“2022 year started with a backlog According to the Canadian Beef on cattle stemming from the heights Grading Agency, slaughter volume of COVID. The industry is still feelfor 2022 in federally regulated plants ing its repercussions. January and w a s 2 , 6 41, 24 9 h e a d i n We s t e r n Februar y are t ypically seasonally Canada, comparable to 2021 levels lower d emand for beef and most (down 0.04%). The 2022 slaughter signs point to a smaller calf crop in level is 8.5 % higher than the 5-year 2023,” says Boyda.

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

AGA 18Z ZOOM STAN CREDITOR 77C Watch for sons, daughters, grandsons, & granddaughters of CREDITOR 77C plus progeny from other impressive sires in our upcoming sale!

Ulrich Herefords produced 5 sires in the top 1% of the whole GrowSafe (Vytelle) database, and 13 sires in the top 10% (well over 270,000 animals worldwide).

SUNDAY, FEB 26, 2023 1:30 P.M. AT THE FARM, GLENEVIS, AB

Offering: 45 Charolais Yearlings 6 Two-Year Olds

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ULRICH HEREFORD RANCH INC

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SIMMENTAL BULLS SIMMENTAL BULLS

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BULL BREEDERS

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28th Annual

MAXWELL RANCIER BULL SALE Focusing on Thicker, Deeper, Beefier Bulls

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Sadly missed and forever remembered by your children

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Derwent and District Agricultural Society & Derwent Golden Age Club presents Cabin Fever Dance and Perogy Supper Saturday February 25, 2023 at the Derwent Hall on Center Street Live Band - Silent Auction - Dinner & Dance Advanced Tickets $30 for Adults ($35 at Door) Advanced Ticket Deadline February 16, 2023 Kids Tickets (6-12) $15 Call or text 780-977-4714 for more information

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS

Estate of Emil Anatole Pashulka who died on October 28, 2022

November 11 1934 - February 12 1993

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HOROSCOPE/SUDOKU AND SOLUTIONS Daily Sudoku: Mon 13-Feb-2023

TAURUS

They will jump at the chance to do something without you if it sounds like more fun. Don't overspend on entertainment, on children, or make poor investments.

GEMINI

Don't blow situations out of proportion.

Encourage the youngsters in your family.

One sided attractions are likely.

7 5 6

9 4 2

9 2 3

1 7 8

7 9 2 1 3 8 6 4 5

9 2 8 5 6 7 3 1 4

1 5 7 3 2 4 8 9 6

very hard

4 6 3 8 9 1 2 5 7

2 7 1 4 8 3 5 6 9

3 4 9 6 1 5 7 8 2

6 8 5 2 7 9 4 3 1

CANCER

Daily Sudoku: Mon 13-Feb-2023

7 3

9

LEO

Socialize with friends, but don't overspend on lavish entertainment. Take time to do some writing, whether it's correspondence, poetry, or keeping a journal.

VIRGO

7 8

6 7 9

2 5 1 9 2

4 9

5

4 3

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8

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You're best to avoid disputes. Coworkers may not be giving you all the pertinent information. Your ability to take hold of a situation will surely bring you popularity and leadership.

Your need to put great detail into everything you do may cause you to miss the overall picture. Be sure not to burn any bridges. Be sure to take care of the needs of your immediate loved ones first.

LIBRA

Use your quick wit to win points and friends. Romance will develop through work. Travel will promote new romantic encounters.

SCORPIO

Opportunities to get ahead will be evident.

Changes in your domestic scene are evident. You can make a difference if you offer your help at functions that involve children.

SAGITTARIUS

9 7 2 8

Opportunities for financial gains through investments and games of chance are likely.

You can make new connections through friends or relatives. Join a choir or a drama club.

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6

5 7 1 5 3 8

3 2

CAPRICORN

Any capricious behavior will confuse loved ones and your mood swings will result in loneliness. You may blow situations out of proportion when dealing with the one you love.

2

AQUARIUS

You will have to do a lot of running around, so be prepared to fall short of your expectations.

Your energy will be high. Your ability to ferret out secret information will lead you to an inside scoop on an amazing financial deal.

PISCES

Back off if you want to keep the relationship intact. Your trendy style and unique way of doing things will entice new acquaintances.

Emotional situations could bring out your stubborn nature.

3

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ARIES

Be prepared to deal with groups and organizations of greater magnitude. Check your personal papers and make sure everything is in order. You will gain a lot if you listen.

BUSINESS CARDS

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VERMILION AND AREA BUSINESSES Dr. Joe DeGirolamo Dr. Michelle Radasic (deJong)

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Financing Available for Bred Cows, Bred Cows with Calves at Side, and Bred Heifers 59

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CROSSWORD PUZZLESDOWN ACROSS 49 Highs 1 Virgo the Virgin 51 Relate 6 Natural fiber 54 Copy 10 Dale 56 Comply 14 Toothbrush brand 57 TV lawyer Matlock 15 Opera solo 58 Element 16 Joint 60 S. Western Indian tribe 17 Sounds 64 Engrave 18 Quiet 66 Hammer's partner 19 Tiny insect 68 Ore digger 20 Capture 69 Accurate 22 Mistake 70 Formal "your" 24 Ship initials 25 Music used as practice 71 Sugar-free brand 72 Airy 27 Synthetic fabric 73 Made music vocally 29 Nearly 74 Pulls in 32 Stretch to make do 33 Scrap 34 Forceful but brief 37 Asian country 41 Put on __ 43 Congressional vote 44 Tramp 45 Harvested 46 Agricultural student 48 Dampen

1 Ballot 2 Press 3 Jabber 4 Stares 5 Flattened orb 6 Football conference 7 Talk 8 Greasy 9 Funnel-shaped fish 10 Dekagram (abbr.)

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Club Reporter

Clandonald 4-H Multi Club Report

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We held our Christmas party on Decem- Dejong, Megan Axley, Deborah Elliot, Kara Salt for our raffle fundraiser. The winners ber 28 with some skating and hockey at the Jackson and Joyce Larson. We would like of the draw were: 1st Pallet of Redmond A new 4-H year started with our first Chrome Dome in Clandonald and a yummy to acknowledge the winners in each divi- salt, Bruce Etherington; 2nd $250 cash, meeting on October 12, 2022 with many potluck at the Clandonald Senior Center. sion: Junior Speech 1st Luke Jaremco, Paul Hopaluk; 3rd $100 cash, Connie new faces this year. Our club has grown a In January our club helped the Clandon- 2nd Lydi Hopaluk; Junior Presentation Smith. Congratulations to the winners and lot this year, we have 24 members and 4 ald Ag society set up and take down table 1st Rylee Richards; Intermediate Speech thank you to all that supported our fundcleavers. and chairs for their “Hay Clandonald” event 1st Isabelle Jacula, 2nd Cassie Cameron; raiser.

We would like to thank Cornerstone on Jan. 21. We also took a tour of the G3 Intermediate Presentation 1st Alivia Events coming up are the Family Coop for paying the registration fees for all elevator on Jan 25, it was a good learning Garnier; Senior Speech 1st Wyatt Jacula, Dance Feb. 18 in Marwayne, District Curlnew members. experience, thank you G3 for touring us 2nd Noah Jacula; Senior Presentation 1st ing March 18 in Vermilion, Clandonald In November we held our weigh-in at around.

Rylan Garnier. First place in each division Achievement Day May 20 in Clandonald, Bar B; thank you to Loren from Dewfab We held our Communication Day on gets to compete in Districts on Feb. 26.

Interclub Achievement Day May 28 and 29 for allowing us to use his facilities, as well February 5, 2023 at the Clandonald Hall.

We would like to thank Creta Haydock in Vermilion and the steer sale May 29 in as thank you to Neudale Vet Services and Each member and cleaver got the chance for her donation of a pallet of Redmond Vermilion.

Zoetis for donating the vaccines for the to present their speech or presentation that member’s projects. November 9&10 we they had prepared to a panel of judges. helped our little community out by moving This is a great accomplishment for all the our Clandonald Seniors Club back into their members. Two of our senior members, original home in the Clandonald School. Alexis Garnier and Robbie Oddan, took We held 2 club communication workshops, on the role of organizing every aspect of Nov. 23 and Jan. 16, this was to help new communication day and being the MC’s for and existing members with their upcoming the day, they did a great job. Thank you to Public Speaking Event. November had a Fern Axley for volunteering her time as a few more events that some of our members teller. Thank you to our sponsor ALTALINK joined in on, District volleyball event and and our judges who volunteered their time; the Fall Fling, those that attended had a Ashleen Sweeney, April Ockerman, Gerablast. lyn McCormack, Dave Eremko, Gloria Submitted

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East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Division East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Division

Administrative Assistant Administrative Assistant (Competition No. SS01-2223-SOH)

East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Division invites applications for the position of 1.0 FTE Administrative Assistant for School of Hope in Vermilion, Alberta. The School of Hope is an on-line school with an office located in Vermilion, Alberta serving students in Grades 1-12 in both Teacher Directed Online Learning and Parent Directed Home Education programs.

Upon successful completion of the probationary period, the employment will be a permanent position.

This position will commence as soon as a suitable candidate is found and is subject to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 5352 Collective Agreement. The School of Hope office operates through the summer months, so this is a full year position with standard applicable vacation days.

This position involves but not limited to the following duties:  Answering phone calls and directing inquiries.  Verifying registrations for completeness and processing them.  Working as a team on various office duties as seasonal needs require.  Duties as assigned by the school administration.

Education:  Post-Secondary Certification in Office Administration  High School Diploma/Equivalent  2 years of experience in related position is preferred  Working knowledge of computer applications (Google Apps-Suite/Microsoft applications)  Experience or knowledge of Power School is an asset  Experience or knowledge of Online Learning or Home Education is an asset but not necessary as will train new assistant all that is required for the position Interested applicants must fill out the Support Staff Application Form found on our website and must include a cover letter and send it to: Competition No. SS01-2223-SOH East Central Alberta Catholic Separate School Division 1018 – 1st Avenue Wainwright, AB T9W 1G9 Email: reception@ecacs16.ab.ca In applying for this position, it is understood that East Central Catholic Separate School Division has permission to contact references or any past or present employers of the applicant.

Before orientation, the successful applicant MUST provide:  a recent and clean Criminal Record Check including Vulnerable Sector Check  a recent and clean Child Welfare Intervention Check  a valid Social Insurance Number in the current legal name This competition will close when a suitable applicant is found.

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By David Hartwig

The Vermilion Voice | February 14, 2023

Canada Post Honors The Defiant Chloe Cooley On New Stamp

leaving Vrooman’s property without passed July 9, 1793. This set the “ With no photographs of Chloe permission and refusing to do some stage for the ending of slavery in the Cooley in existence, the illustration C a n a d a P o s t h o n o r e d C h l o e tasks. province and created a legal refuge was painstakingly created through C o o l ey, w h o s e ac t of r e s i s t a n c e “She wasn’t afraid to stand up to for those fleeing slaver y in other extensive consultation with experts influenced legislation leading to the her owner, and had done so time and countries. in local and regional history, Black abolition of slavery in Upper Canada, again,” Sarah Kaufman, curator of While Cooley did not benefit from history and period fashion, as well on a stamp issued Jan. 30. This is the Niagara-on-the-Lake Museum, this legislation, it helped “pave the as through the use of archival maps, the latest stamp in Canada’s long- said in Canada Post’s Details maga- way for at least 3 0,0 0 0 freedom - painting s, illustratio ns an d other running Black Heritage Month series, zine for collectors. seeking Black Americans to make documents,” Canada Post said. which began in 2009.

When Vrooman abducted her on t h e d a n g e r o u s j o u r n e y n o r t h t o Costume researcher ShanThe nondenominated permanent that evening in March, he violently Canada over the decades to come,” n o n P o m a k o v c o n s u l t e d p e r i o d domestic letter-rate (92¢) stamp pres- b o u n d h er, ac c or d in g to Can ad a Canada Post said. artwork, runaway slave ads, plantaents an illustration of Cooley, who Post, and dragged her to the shores Canada previously honored Cool- tion archives and other sources to Canada Post said “had a profound of the Niagara River with the help of e y ’s i n f l u e n c e b y n a m i n g h e r a provide advice on Cooley’s attire. impact on the history of enslavement two other men. person of national historic signifi“ Her headwrap was par ticularly in Canada.”

Cooley fought back, screaming cance in 2022. important, as it was an expression Ac c ording to Canada Post, the and yelling to draw attention to her A press release announcing the of her individuality and resilience,” late 170 0 s saw shif ting at titud es plight, but her abductors overpow- recognition said, “National historic Pomakov said in Details. “Showing toward slavery in Upper Canada (the ere d her an d so l d her o n c e t hey d e s i g n a t i o n s e n c o u r a g e u s t o Chloe as accurately as possible was predecessor of modern-day Ontario) arrived in New York state. Cooley’s acknowledge both the triumphs and a way of giving her the respect and d e s p i te r i s i n g l eve l s of e n s l ave - fate remains unknown, but the influ- the struggles that have led us to the dignity she wasn’t afforded in life.” ment in the province. Some enslav- ence of her resilience lived on.

Canada of today, and help us reflect The stamp’s background shows ers prompted by rumors of aboli“A l t h o u g h h e r b r a v e p r o t e s t s on how to build a more inclusive soci- Cooley’s abductors piloting her on tion sought “to sell what was legally didn’t save her,” Canada Post said in ety for today and future generations.” a boat across the Niagara River. A considered their property,” Canada Details, “eyewitness accounts added T h e e x p e r t s w h o w o r k e d w i t h similar illustration of a boat appears Post said. impetus to the growing abolitionist Canada Post in creating the stamp over a map on the first- day cover On March 14, 1793, Sgt. Adam movement in the late 18th century.” said, “ Bringing the stor y of Chloe offered by Canada Post.

Vrooman seized the enslaved Cooley W i t n e s s e s t o h e r p r o t e s t s Cooley to life was both a challenge The cancel on the FDC pictures from Queenston, just north of Niag- recounted what they saw to John and an honour,” according to Details. t wo oars and is from Niagara- onara Falls, and forcefully took her by Graves Simcoe, the avowed aboliT h e s t a m p, d e s i g n e d by L i m e the-Lake, Ontario, which includes boat to New York state to be sold. tionist and lieutenant governor of Design using illustrations from Rick Queenston. Canada Post produced C o o l ey, h owever, p o s se s se d a Upper Canada.

Jacobsen, shows Cooley in the fore- 7,000 of these FDCs. d efiant per sonalit y. Ac c ording to Using this testimony, Simcoe intro- ground, but the artists were unable Lowe-Martin printed the stamp by Canada Post, she had been known duced new legislation, and the Act to to referen c e photographs for the four-color lithography in booklets of to c halleng e her enslavement by Limit Slavery in Upper Canada was portrait. six. The quantity printed was 130,000 booklets. The stamp measures 40 millimeters by 32mm.

The booklet of six (product No. If your baby was born in 2022, Peas- AAC Carver, AAC Ardill 414218111) and the FDC (414218131) don’t miss this opportunity! are availa b le fro m Canad a Post , Feed Barley- Sirish and by mail order from Canada Post Published Babies of 2022 Tuesday, March 14th, 2023 CWRS- AAC Wheatland VB, AAC Customer Service, Box 90022, 2701 Hockley, AAC Viewfield, AAC Russell Parents or grandparents, if your child or grandchild was born in 2022 send Riverside Drive, Ottawa, ON K1V 1J8 us their picture to be showcased in our “Babies of 2022” special.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 14, 2023

Wainwright RCMP Execute Search Warrant At Residence Charges Laid For Drug Trafficking

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Submitted ficking in a controlled substance (x2) · Possession of stolen property (x2). ern Alberta RCMP Crime Reduction Wainwright, Alta. – Wainwright have · Possession of stolen property (x2).

C h a s e C a l i h o o h a s b e e n t a ke n Unit, we were able to raid a known made arrests following an investigation RCMP have issued a warrant for b efore a ju s t i c e of t h e p eac e an d drug house in our community. “ says into a repor ted problem drug house Timothy Davis’s arrest. re l e a s e d w i t h h er n ex t c o ur t d ate Sergeant Michael Miller Detachment in the community. On Feb. 2, 2023, RCMP have arrested and charged set for March 2, 2023, at Wainwright Commander of Wainwright RCMP,” Wainwright RCMP with the assistance Tammy Lyn Davis (54), a resident of Provincial Court homes such as this are burdens on from the Eastern Alberta Crime Reduc- Wainwright, with; RCMP have arrested and charged a community of ten associated with tion Unit executed a search warrant · Possession for the purpose of traf- Corrine Chaisson (23), a resident of stolen property and weapons.” at a residence on 5 avenue in Wain- ficking (x2) Wainwright with Fail to comply with Wainwright RCMP are asking the wright. As a result of the search RCMP · P o s s e s s i o n o f a c o n t r o l l e d conditions of release (x2). She addi- public’s assistance in reporting inforseized; substance. tionally was arrested on outstand - mation about suspected drug homes · 275 grams of suspected MethamTammy Davis has been taken before ing warrants from a separate investi- in t h e c o m munit y. Pl ea se c o nt ac t phetamine a justice of the peace and released gation. Corrine Chaisson was taken Wainwright RCMP at 780-842-4461 or · 66 grams of suspected cocaine with her next court date set for March before a Justice of the Peace and has your local police. If you wish to remain · 33 grams of suspect fentanyl 2, 2023, at Wainwright Provincial Court been remanded for court on Feb. 16, anonymous, you can contact Crime · A firearm RCMP have arrested and charged 2023.

Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), · $1070 in Canadian currency.

Chase Callihoo (3 5), a resident of “ As a result of the hard work by offi- online at www.P3Tips.com or by using RCMP charged Timothy John Davis Spruce Grove, with; cers of the Wainwright RCMP working the “P3 Tips” app. available through (33), a resident of Wainwright with; · Possession for the purpose of traf- in close collaboration with the East- the Apple App or Google Play Store. · Possession for the purpose of traf- ficking

Chase The Ace Has Come To Vermilion

Submitted 20% of the tickets sales, they are then Drop into the Focus Business Paza eligible to draw a card from a deck of on Friday, Februar y 17 at noon to cards and if they draw the ACE OF watch the first ticket draw of Focus DIAMONDS, they will take home the Society for Support Services Chase progressive draw winnings. If the Ace the Ace Progressive Draw. Tickets is not drawn, the progressive pot is are on sale for $5.00 each and are carried over to the next draw. available at the following locations: Ticket sales cutoff for each draw Webb’s Ford, Vermilion Chr ysler, is 5:00 pm the Thursday before the Christina’s Home Furnishings, The draw d ate. Ti c kets are only valid Copper Cork Distiller y, The Men’s for one draw; a new ticket must be Den, Night Owl Sweets and Treats purchased for each draw. For more and The Focus Business Plaza. information, call Focus at 780-853Every two weeks, a ticket will be 4121 or visit the website at w w w. drawn at noon and the winner wins focussociety.ca.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 14, 2023

Buffalo Trail Public Schools BTPS And Lakeland Collaboration Canadian Adults 18+

Submitted beginning of new opportunities for students. This semester, the collab- to learn more about the dual credit F e b r u a r y 3 , 2 0 2 3 , B T P S a n d students by celebrating the dual oration bet ween the t wo org ani - program and how it will benefit their L ake lan d C o ll e g e k i c ke d of f t h e credit courses now offered to BTPS z at i o n s a ll ows BTPS s tu d e nt s a future educational and career goals, chance to earn high school credits as well as tour the campus.

NEWSPAPERS ARE A PRODUCT, NOT PACKAGING! and post-secondar y credits which B o t h B T PS a n d L a ke l a n d a r e prepares them for a smooth transi- c ommit ted to providing stud ents tion to higher education and poten- with a high-quality education that tial careers. prepares them for success in their To kick off this exciting partner- future careers. We believe that our s h i p, a b i g eve n t wa s h e l d w i t h partnership provides a unique and students, staff from both organiza- valuable oppor tunity for students, tions, and the Board of Trustees and we are excited to see the posi63% in attendance. During the event at tive impact it will have on their lives. agree Lakeland Trades Centre in Vermil- It is an amazing opportunity outside ion, students had the oppor tunity of the high school classroom.

Newspapers Should be Exempt from EPR Fees

Source: Totum Research, December 2022. Canadian adults 18+ n=2755

Do you think Alberta should exempt newspapers from EPR fees?

Other provinces have regulations whereby producers of waste packaging, like fast food companies and consumer packaged goods, pay levies to encouage them to reduce waste packaging. The Alberta government is developing a Provincial Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) framework with 100% industry funded programs for plastics, packaging, and hazardous household waste.

Some provinces require newspapers, which are not packaging, to pay these fees.

Recognizing the important role newspapers play in the community, Ontario exempted newspapers from these fees.

Your community newspaper is at risk of being included.

These fees will put your newspaper at risk. We estimate that the cost to Alberta newspapers to subsidize a province-wide recycling program could run as high as $2 million per year. This could deal a crippling blow to local community papers that are already dealing with double digit increases in newsprint, ink, plates and postage costs.

YOU CAN HELP us by speaking to your MLA about the importance of your community newspaper as a product, it’s not packaging.

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