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Kitscoty Athlete Curling At National Men’s Championships

Left photo, Curler Glenn Venance. Right photo, Second from left is Glenn Venance from Kitscoty, and on the right is skip Karsten Sturmay. Photos submitted

Angela Mouly

dian University Champion, and bronze When you think of the top curlers, they are others and respect the game. He thanked medal winner in 2019 and 2020. all super talented, but the ones that truly his coach at Kitscoty High School Scott Glenn Venance earned his spot with After their 2018 win, they also played rise to the top are the ones that put the Manners. He also thanked Dean Hiltz; Dale Wildcard Team #3 to compete at the Tim together representing Team Canada at the extra work into their craft; the willingness Swyripa; Murray, Rick and Andrew Evans Hortons Brier National Men’s Curling 2019 FISU Winter Universiade in Russia, to look at yourself critically and try to get for taking him under their wings and teachChampionships March 3 – 12 in London, where they won silver. better,” said Venance. “Coming from a rural ing him the right way to play the game, Ontario.

“It’s been a long long road,” said area helps; Kitscoty is a very hardworking for letting him be in the rink at all hours, 26-Year-old Venance grew up in Kitscoty Venance. “This is the first time we’ve had a part of the world. People have to work hard and teaching him the honour of the game. and curled in the Vermilion Junior Super chance to go to the Brier, and are currently to get through; you don’t get things handed He thanked the entire McCrae family for League approximately 10 years ago. ranked 6th in Canada.” to you out there, and I’m super proud of everything they do for Junior Curling and “In my opinion it’s the biggest curling At the Tim Hortons Brier, there will be where I come from. I’m proud to represent said for the work they do, he will be forever event in Canada aside from the Olym- 18 teams each with four players repre- the area. For me to be the first one from indebted to them. pics; it’s about as good as you can do,” senting each province and territory as Kitscoty to get to go to the Brier is a real To encourage young athletes he said, said Venance. “It’s definitely going to be a well as Team Canada (who are last year’s honour. With how many good people there “Keep going with sports, because you challenge for us, but we are really looking winners) competing. In terms of the spec- are from there (in Vermilion-Lloydminster- never know the places they are going to forward to it.” tacle and prestige, he says it’s the biggest Kitscoty), I’m really grateful for that.” take you. I’ve had the privilege to see other Wildcard Team #3 is made up of Skip: event in Canada, which is sure to up the First and foremost, he said he wanted parts of the world and meet really cool Karsten Sturmay, Third: JD Lind, Second: competitive nature and make the selection to thank his wife because without her it people. Hard work will take you wherever Kyle Doering, Lead: Glenn Venance, and process quite difficult. Venance is really wouldn’t be possible as she holds down you want to be. If I can do it from a town Alternate: Kurtis Goller. Venance has been looking forward to taking in the experience, the fort while he’s away, and she deserves of 700 and a 3-sheet curling club, then curling since he was five (making that 21 and said their goal as a team is to try to far more credit because as a nurse she anyone else can do it too. I encourage you years) and has been playing with Skip make the quarter finals. worked the front lines during COVID. to stick with it because work and life can Sturmay for the past eight years.

“In my opinion to make a good curler, I Second, he wanted to thank his parents get in the way but work harder to get better, Playing with the U of A Golden Bears for think skill is about 20 per cent, and desire for bringing him up the right way, teaching because that is that part you can control four seasons, Venance was a 2018 Cana- to improve makes up the other 80 per cent. him the value of hard work and to value and it will take you the furthest.”

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Vermilion Jr. B Tigers Head Into Playoffs In 1st Place

Angela Mouly

offs. Being more than 20 years since who like to move the puck, and once start playing every second night, so they finished 1st in the regular season, they get the puck they don’t like to give they aim to keep healthy as well. He For the first time in 20 years, the he said it’s quite the accomplishment. it away. This team is committed; he said they hope to win games one and Vermilion Jr. B Tigers won the North “It’s an accomplishment we are very said they are putting in the time and t wo against Vegreville and get the E a s te r n A l b e r t a J u n i o r B H o c key proud of; the boys worked very hard seeing the results by playing to their playoffs started on the right foot.

League, and headed into playoffs in this year to achieve that. You always strengths and utilizing one another.

“We anticipate playing in the final 1st plac e. The Tig er s won playof f strive to be the best, and we’ve come a Not everyone is going to score, but he and winning the league; we want to game one 10-0. A clean game, Vermil- long way since the start of the year. We said each person has a job to do, and be champions. We haven’t played at ion only had t wo penalties and 47 are going to have home ice advantage they don’t want to let their teammates home in about a month, so I hope we additional shots, while Vegreville had throughout the whole playoffs,” said down. get some people out. When it comes only 19. Vermilion’s goals included Haygarth. “The boys have all bought “Everyone loves to win, but these to playoff hockey and you have a full two each for Conner Roscoe, Ryan into the team side of things; ever y- guys have figured out that to do that, crowd of people cheering, it does help Nelson, and Landon Petiot; and one one is working hard for one another. they need to work hard,” said Haygarth. your team out,” said Haygarth. “Thank each for Andrew Beres, Ethan Nelson, They are playing for the crest on the T h e te a m i s p r e t t y p u m p e d fo r you to our sponsors and all our fans; Ryder Kenyon, and Brodie Johnson. jersey, not the name on the back. All playof fs, but they k now it ’s g oing we’ve had very good support from the They hosted the Vegreville Rangers 22 guys have total buy in - they are a to take 12 wins no matter what they communit y. It ’s fans and sponsors for games one and two on February really tight group of guys, and when accomplished in the regular season. that keep our team rolling. It’s been a 16, and 18th. you have that kind of comradery in the Haygar th said there is still grow th lot of fun coming out for the first year.

Head Coach, Danny Haygarth, said dressing room you are going to have a in their team, and they still haven’t I didn’t know what to expect, and I looking back Vermilion won the Cham- successful team.” peaked yet. couldn’t ask for a better team to work pionship in 2008, but finished 5th in They are not a big club said Bec ause they got their systems with; from the board to the assistant the league and went on to win play- Haygarth, but a smaller, faster team down in the regular season as they coaches, manager, and the team – we head into playoffs, he said they will are all on the same page, and we work spend time identif ying what other well together. And to the fans going teams are doing to them and refine into playoffs, I hope they’ll be enterwhat they try to teach all year. They tained.”

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Mother-Daughter Duo Heads To Boston Marathon

Lorna Hamilton

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competed in she did do better just as she knew well as ultras,” explained Jackie. currently running three times a week with other she would.

Jackie explained that running for her is a forms of training included.

Jackie Yungblut and her Mom Carolyn In grade 9 McKinnon made all the teams hobby and that she also does it for her mental “One is an aerobic run where I run at a McKinnon are no strangers to the world of she tried out for and was a record holder at health and physical well-being. Yungblut says slower pace to keep my heart rate down, the competing in races, but running is more than her school Laurentian High School. In the 800 that she has always loved running and that she other one is intervals which includes faster sets goals and competing to the two ladies. meter, she had a time of 2:14, 1500m in a time started out doing 5k and 10k races, moving on running and the third is a long run. The other It is more about community, friendship, and of 5:12, in the 3000m she had a time of 11:45, to half marathons, and that she always had the days of the week are strength training, walkinspiring anyone that has a dream to dream and in a 5k road race, she clocked a time of Boston Marathon in the back of her mind but ing, biking, whichever. To be honest, I am not big and wait for the miracle to happen.

20:03. never thought she would ever qualify. so good at doing strength training every week,” “Dreams come true with having the right She also ran in a handful of 5 and 10k “Once I started training with Shane I told him laughs Jackie, who said, “I think anyone in mindset and foundation to be successful. So, running races over the last 6 years and the what my goal was and from there I have been general who completes a marathon deserves we would like to thank the Lloydminster and COVID shutdowns pushed her running to the working towards that goal, which I reached this a pat on the back. You really have to have Wainwright Running Clubs alongside with next level where she went from running 5k to past May in Calgary,” explained Yungblut. determination and push through the pain when our local community, here in Vermillion and participating in virtual ultras.

Yungblut stated that you have to compete you want to give up, it’s also mental. I always Mannville for supporting and cheering us on “2020 personal peaks 12-hour race, in a Marathon such as the Calgary Marathon tell myself mind over matter when it starts to along the way,” commented Carolyn. completed 86k in 12 hours, 50k Support where they have cut-off times for each age get tough.”

Carolyn is originally from Charlottetown, Service Dogs in 6 hours,” said McKinnon. group and that her cut-off time was 3 hours, 30 Jackie’s mom wrote a poem about running PEI, but had lived in Ottawa for 33 years In 2021 her daughter Jackie Yungblut minutes and zero seconds. The first time she that says: before moving to the Vermilion/Mannville wanted to qualify for the Boston Marathon tried in 2021 she missed the qualify cut-off time Running is the window to my soul… It is area just over 13 years ago. so they both signed up for the 2021 Calgary by seven minutes, but her second attempt in here, in the silence amongst the noise where Carolyn’s passion for running began in Marathon and McKinnon finished with a time 2022 was a success with a time of 3 hours, 27 the beauty of vulnerability becomes my 1969 when her Uncle Bill MacKinnon won a of 4:25. In 2022 both Carolyn and Jackie went minutes and 59 seconds. This will be her and strength as I merge into my authentic self... gold medal in the 100-yard dash at the first back to run in the 2022 Calgary Marathon to try her mom’s first time competing in the Boston organically evolving in a timeless portal of Canada Summer Games in Halifax-Darth- and qualify for the Boston Marathon (you have Marathon. evanescence…It is here; in these moments… mouth. to run in a marathon that has been approved To prepare for the huge event Jackie is where I find truths and I am free.

“His accomplishment was the spark that led by the BAA as a Boston Marathon Qualifying me to believe that I too could be one of the best Race in a specific amount of time according to in running,” commented McKinnon. your age and gender) again and Carolyn was McKinnon noted that while in Elementary successful with a time of 3:47:14. school she tried out for the track, basketFor Carolyn, running is more than a hobby it ball, and volleyball teams, etc., but was never is a lifestyle…a filter for all her life happenings. successful in making the teams due to her “It has healing and nurturing components; small stature and that she just wasn’t good it is hard and sometimes brings forth tears enough.. yet!! That all changed when she but I love it!! I enjoy pushing my limits, I like to finally made the track team when she was in compete and yes, I like to win,” said McKinnon. grade 8.

Carolyn’s daughter Jackie moved to “I was entered to run in the 400 meters… Vermilion in 2007 and currently lives south of Finally, there I was standing at the starting Mannville with her husband Joey and their two line…the gun blasted loud and my competitors boys Jacob and Jet. started to sprint, and they were fast…I thought Like her mom, she began running when she to myself, they will get tired and I will catch up to was a young child and always competed in them. Just keep running Carolyn.” commented cross country and track and field for fun.

McKinnon. McKinnon noted that she was in “I recently got back into it a few years ago last place until she was able to catch up with as my mom and I started training with Shane the girl that was walking at that point. While she Mascarin from Wainwright who is our running was disappointed with her performance it didn’t coach. He comes with many years of experidampen her spirits, and in the next race she ence and knowledge with marathon running as Canadian Death Race August 2022. Photo submitted Reporter

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Royal Canadian Mint Honours Black History With Coin

Alex Reeves

and sacrifice of the proud members of No. never forget their service to Canada.” and we are pleased that we can perma2 Construction Battalion. It is available as The reverse design of this 99.99% nently record the honourable achieveNo. 2 Construction Battalion, the first of today. pure silver coin, by artist Kwame Delfish, ments of the men of No. 2 Construction and only all-Black battalion-sized unit in “At the outbreak of the First World War, features a soldier of No. 2 Construction Battalion on a beautiful silver coin that Canadian military history, is being remem- many Black men felt the call to serve their Battalion, standing at attention between can be passed down from generation to bered on the 2023 issue of the Royal country. Many were rejected due to anti- two railroad tracks. His battalion’s cap generation.”

Canadian Mint’s ongoing Commemorat- Black racism. After years of lobbying, No. badge is prominently displayed on his Limited to a mintage of 5,500, the ing Black History series. In the opening 2 Construction Battalion was authorized right, adjacent to a landscape of France’s 2023 $20 Fine Silver Coin Commemoratyears of the First World War, hundreds in 1916,” said Russell Grosse, Executive Jura region, where the battalion assisted ing Black History - The No. 2 Construcof Black Canadians eagerly tried to enlist Director of the Black Cultural Centre for with logging and building a railroad. To tion Battalion retails for $99.95. This new for Canada, but racism prevented many Nova Scotia. “These brave men had to his left, battalion comrades marching in a collectible may be ordered as of today by from joining their white compatriots on the fight for the right to serve, they provided parade prior to their March 1917 deploy- contacting the Mint at 1-800-267‑1871 in battlefields overseas. In 1916, persistent valuable logistical support to the front- ment to Europe.

Canada, 1-800-268‑6468 in the US, or lobbying and a request from the British lines. This coin commemorates the “The existence and accomplishments at www.mint.ca. It will also be available for labour battalions provided the oppor- remarkable legacy of No. 2 and builds on of the men of No. 2 Construction Battalion at the Royal Canadian Mint’s boutiques tunity for a Black unit to be created. No. 2 the formal Apology that was given by the is another part of Canadian history that in Ottawa and Winnipeg, at participatConstruction battalion would serve along- Government of Canada this past summer is to be acknowledged, celebrated and ing Canada Post outlets, and through side the Canadian Forestry Corps in the to ensure that this important history is honoured -forever,” said artist Kwame the Mint’s global network of dealers and forests of France. They helped with lumber remembered.”

Delfish. “I hope I was able to capture these distributors. and milling operations, including the load“Those who step forward to serve our honourable men in a way that represents Thank you Alex Reeves for permission ing and transportation of finished timber country deserve to be honoured. But for their strength and resilience, while also to reprint this article. by rail. This timber was vital to the Allied far too long—and for no reason but the raising awareness about the important war effort, lining trenches, supporting colour of their skin—the men of the No. 2 role that No. 2 Construction Battalion had observation posts and for the construc- Construction Battalion did not receive the in the Canadian armed forces.” tion of aircraft in France. A few battalion recognition that their service to Canada The obverse of the coin features an members even fought and suffered casu- deserved,” said the Honourable Chrys- updated obverse design that will appear alties while serving with other Canadian tia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and on 2023 collector and bullion coins until Expeditionary Force units. The battalion Minister of Finance. “We have a responsi- a new permanent obverse is adopted on returned to Canada in early 1919 and was bility to remember their sacrifice, and this Canadian coins. The Susanna Bluntdisbanded in 1920. coin will help ensure that more Canadians designed effigy of Queen Elizabeth II, set After much research, writing, story tell- learn about and pay tribute to those who against a repeating maple leaf-patterned ing and advocacy, descendants of No. fought for the right to so bravely serve in background, is accompanied by a special 2 Construction Battalion and their allies uniform.” marking consisting of a vertical inscripsuccessfully campaigned for a formal “Despite facing discrimination before, tion of the dates “1952” and “2022”, sepaapology for the racism and discrimination during, and after their service in the rated by four pearls symbolizing the four endured by battalion members, which the Great War, the men of No. 2 Construction effigies that have graced Canadian coins Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Battalion bravely served our country. We throughout the reign.

Minister of Canada and the Honour- are forever in their debt,” said the Honour“The Royal Canadian Mint is proud to able Anita Anand, Minister of National able Anita Anand, Minister of National continue supporting the national celebraDefence, delivered before descendants Defence. “Together with Canada’s official tion of Black History Month with a beautiassembled in Truro, Nova Scotia on July apology to the Battalion’s members and ful silver coin that shines a much-needed 9, 2022. descendants last summer, this coin will spotlight on the story of No. 2 ConstrucReleased in conjunction with the annual commemorate their remarkable contri- tion Battalion,” said Marie Lemay, Presiobservance of Black History Month, the butions and help raise awareness of the dent and CEO of the Royal Canadian 2023 $20 Fine Silver Coin – Commemo- Battalion. Today, we reaffirm our gratitude Mint. “Each new coin adds a piece to the rating Black History honours the service to these courageous men, and vow to incredible mosaic that is Canada’s history Photo submitted Submitted

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Prairie Wool

Helen Row Toews

and Saskatchewan writer, performer, and tion would not claim my sorry hide just yet. I has finally found release. teacher, asking him what steps her daugh- was given a chance to be what I might have So, to sum up this article of blatant selfNever too late ter Helen should take to become an author. been. promotion, I hope you might be interested “It’s never too late Remarkably, he replied, albeit briefly.

George Eliot, you were right! enough to give some, or all, of my books a to be what you might “Tell her to write something every day,” *Canned applause* read. They can be found at Dawn’s Interihave been.” - George he scrawled at the top of the page. At the That was almost eight years ago. ors, Coles Bookstore, on Amazon or on my Eliot time, it had seemed a poor response for Although it isn’t always easy to come up website helentoews.com.

George Eliot was a girl hungry to learn the inside secrets to with a fresh new column each week, it’s But most of all, remember, “It’s never too the pen name of success, but it was, in fact, excellent advice. meant a lot to hopefully send a smile your late to be what you might have been.” renowned novelist Writing ‘something’ every day, even when way through my humorous anecdotes. It As for me, I’m an author.

Mary Ann Evans. She grew up in England you don’t feel like it, the cat has thrown up in also opened the door to a whole new world. during the Victorian era when writing was your shoe, the baby is crying, or your brain I first published three books of the best considered unladylike. At that time, women feels dry as dust, causes you to improve, of my Prairie Wool tales. Then, wrote Author of authors faced many obstacles when trying whether you like it or not. four books in an epic fantasy series to publish their work which was part of the However, although I wrote little bits of called Runestaff Chronicles. They have One Golden Summer reason for her use of a male pseudonym. stories in-between having children and been likened, by readers, to The Chronicles Her book is available Her motivating words, hastily penned on being a wife, mother, and truck driver (an of Narnia and The Lord of the Rings. High the back of an old grocery list (by me, not odd combination, I’ll admit), I’d given up praise indeed. Although I do not claim to for purchase at George Eliot) and attached to my desk on my dream of being an author. Then, place myself in their illustrious company, I’m the Vermilion Voice with a length of sticky tape, have been miraculously, one shining day, I was given proud of my books. inspiring. an opportunity by the former editor of my Most recently, I’ve written my first I won’t bore you with a tedious trip down local newspaper, Mike D’Amour, to write a romance. One Golden Summer was memory lane, but I will tell you I wanted column called Prairie Wool. I’ll always be released this past weekend and is doing Cash only to be a writer as early as I can remem- grateful. well. While the story begins here, on the $15.00 ber. When I was eleven, my mother wrote Hooray! Fear of failure, the ravages of prairies, the reader soon escapes to sunto W.O. Mitchell, acclaimed Canadian old age, or the unhappy decay of imagina- drenched Provence, France, where dreams or on sometimes do come true. My next novel will Amazon take place in the Cinque Terre, along Italy’s rugged coastline, since my love of travel COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27 Columnist

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A Look At Bowtell In 1904

Craig Baird

area. selling upwards of 500 bushels. That together.

Two men were arrested in October for Oliver Jackson took up land in the area would net them about $4,000 in present being drunk, noisy and incapable after Before there was and described the area as having a very day funds.

Vermilion, there was fine tract of land. He had originally come Dr. Turner, a graduate of McGill Univer- spending one night in the area. They then Bowtell. This small from Lloydminster to find new land in the sity settled in the area. Even though the spent a few nights in jail. community, named for district. area only had 60 people living in it, it now And lastly, the area was dealing with Harry Bowtell, existed Throughout the year, graders were had two doctors. an absence of coal oil, flour and vinegar. only briefly before people moved to the working around Bowtell to create roads for A Mrs. Whitney suffered a painful acci- This was causing some problems for new new Vermilion townsite as the railroad was people to use. There were about four large dent when she was driving and her team settlers, but it wasn’t going to stop the built through. outfits working in the Vermilion area during of horses started to bolt. She jumped from incredible growth of the area. the wagon, but unfortunately broke her Contact Craig at craig@canadaehx.com So, here is a look at what was going on that year.

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Mr. Glaspell, a teacher in the area, Ehx, Canada’s Great War, From John to Vermilion area, and there were many times least the remainder of the present month.” he made trips to Edmonton in order to do In the Bowtell area, oats were going for went to Edmonton to pick up his wife, who Justin, Pucks and Cups and Canada: A business and guide new settlers out to the 35 cents per bushel and most lots were had arrived by train to begin their new life Yearly Journey on all podcast platforms.

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Clandonald Dime Time Carnival

Angela Mouly

the Clandonald Agricultural Society s nac k bar c o m p lete with p o p c or n of the profit going to support STARS hosted a Dime Time Carnival at the and various refreshments, as well as Air Ambulance.

Families were full of excitement as Clandonald School Gym on February guessing the number of candies in a “I am really grateful for everyone’s 17. jar, and several door prizes. help and loved their support; it’s great Junior member, 12-year-old Harper Aside from having a lot of fun, the knowing you have your whole commuMat thews, spearheaded the event event was also fundraising 24along nity behind you on events you want to a n d s a i d , “ F a m i l i e s w e r e p r e t t y with the 24-hour hockey game with all do,” said Matthews. excited to be active in the community.

I had a lot of people reach out and they seemed really excited to have it brought back, and they were willing to help and support me in whichever way I needed.”

Previously hosted by the school,  after it closed and after COVID, the Ag Society received the supplies for the carnival, and she suggested they host one in order to put them to use. Being that it was a winter event, she was also thankful for the use the gymnasium.

T h ey h a d ove r a d oze n g a m e s including ring toss, bean bag toss, cake walk, bowling, hockey shoot, Nerf gun shoot, basketball, mini golf, and face painting. They also had a Boston Riedel, Rian Walsh and Oakland Riedel attending the carnival. Photo submitted

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Obituary

Robert Weder

October 22, 1923 - January 27, 2023 Robert Oscar Weder of Innisfree - born October 22, 1923 in Viking General Hospital and passed away peacefully in Viking hospital January 27, 2023, at the age of 99 years. He is survived by his loving wife Genevieve and three daughters, Judy and Ron Konieczny of Innisfree; Catherine and Merlin Lysons of Vermilion; and Audrey Weder (Randy Neil) of Innisfree; as well as nine grandchildren and twenty two great grandchildren. Robert was Predeceased by infant son Brent and in 1986 son Ken, as well as his parents, brothers and two sisters.

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The family would like to express their heart felt gratitude and appreciation to all those who supported us during this time. A special thank you to Viking hospital and all the staff for their gentle care of Dad and support of the family in the Palliative Care Unit. To those who sent cards, phone calls, visits, e-mails of condolences and the beautiful bouquets of flowers. A special thank you to Reverend Ann McGrath for officiating the service, Joan Anderson and the grandsons for delivering the eulogy and all those who participated in making the celebration special. And to Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home of Vermilion for their care, guidance and professionalism with all the funeral details.

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We were so blessed to have him in all our lives….he will be forever loved, forever missed, always our hero.

A celebration of Roberts life was held on February 8th at the Innisfree Rec Centre.

CHAROLAIS

CARD OF THANKS I would like to thank all my family, neighbours, and friends for the many prayers, and acts of kindness shown to me during my hospital stay in Edmonton.

To Dr. Ali in Vermilion, and Dr. Bedard in Edmonton for finding and correcting the problem before it was to late.

Special thanks to Len & Lil for all they did for me while I was in Edmonton and also Kyle and Paige in Clandonald for looking after my house.

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Calf 911-How To Intervene With A Difficult Calving

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to long term reproductive issues and delays ference of the calf between the calf and the Once it is pushed further back and the in breed back intervals. cow’s pelvis. producer has more room to work within the Calving cows out is a huge responsibilWear gloves: Wearing palpation gloves Check if the calf is alive: To determine cow, the head can be adjusted and brought ity with many factors coming together to will reduce risk of contracting zoonotic the calf’s viability, place a finger in its mouth up to the pelvic inlet. This can be done ensure a healthy calf hits the ground. A diseases (transmitted from animals to for a suck reflex or tongue flick. The eyes by grasping the mouth with one hand, or cow in ideal body condition, good breeding humans) such as Q fever and leptospirosis. can be checked for a blink, and in-between placing your thumb and middle finger in the and genetics, and a clean environment are Use lubrication: Even the hair on a bare the toes can be pinched to check for a eye sockets. Care must be taken to never instrumental in a healthy calf being born. arm is enough to tear the delicate tissues response. pull hard on the lower jaw as it can easily be But what happens when something of the birth canal. Proper lubrication will Assess an abnormal presentation: It can fractured or injured. doesn’t go as planned? What if a calf ensure that uterine tears and abrasions often be difficult to determine if the legs Alternatively, a calving snare can be comes backwards or a leg is turned back? won’t lead to further complications and coming first are front limbs or hind limbs. very helpful to help secure a calf’s head.

Producers need to be prepared to assist a problems rebreeding.

One simple trick to determine this is to bend The calving snare can be placed around cow having a difficult birth (dystocia), includCheck the cervix. the joints of the lower leg. If the joints are the poll, behind the calf’s ears, and then ing the knowledge of how and when to help.

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Continued from page 8 ally rotated to 45 degrees, shifting the hip It is important to note that often when a angle and preventing hip lock. calf presents with a head back, it is due to a Cross the hind limbs: In the case of a lack of room for the calf to advance into the backwards calf, it is helpful to cross the hind pelvis. Care must be taken to ensure that limbs when pulling. This will cause the calf’s the calf is not too large to be delivered vagi- hips to rotate preventing hip lock. nally.

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Even though there may be negative emotions and hurtful words exchanged, both people are looking forTo act, is to care. a solution and don’t want to harm each other. Each person takes responsibility for their actions and modia part of the solution. fies their behaviour if they feel they’ve madeBe the other person feel bad. Conflict can often lead to two people learning to solve problems and overcome challenges.

WHAT’S BULLYING? Unlike conflict, the goal of bullying is to hurt, harm, insult or humiliate another person and make them feel bad about themselves. The actions are unwanted and unwarranted, and the bullied person has little power to stop them. Bullying can result in physical and emotional harm.

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Bullying-Not Just A Childs Problem

action to be considered bullying it increased absences and disengage- school situation the parents should can have different scenarios. The ment from school, work or commu- be involved in discussions with the Bullying can affect anyone at any first is intent- meaning the actions nity events. Children and youth may school administration to monitor and time. It is not isolated to a child in hap pen on pur pose, 2)Harm -this ‘lose’ belongings or come home with deal with the situation. In the case school or on the playground. It can means the recipient is hur t by the them destroyed, and unexplained of workplaces, employees should af fe c t yo u t h, ad u l t s a n d s e n i o r s actions performed, and lastly, repeti- bruises or cuts. People subjected work with colleagues, super visors in any environment: schools, play- tion- meaning the person or persons to bullying may become withdrawn, and human resources, and ensure grounds, workplaces, and even in on the other end of the act is repeat- present with increased agitation, there are policies and procedures c o m m u n i t y s p a c e s . We n e e d t o edly targeted. irritability, and mental health issues in place to deal with the situation. recognize what bullying is defined Bullying can be verbal, for exam- such as depression or anxiety.

You can also make arrangements as and ways to prevent it as no one p l e n a m e c a l l i n g , p u t d ow n s , o r If you suspect bullying in any situ- for their safety, and promote healthy should have to accept or tolerate any threats. It can be socially or relation- ation you should ask them directly relationships by encouraging empaform of bullying by anyone. ally performed, this is where exclu- if it is happening to them and if they thy, kindness, honesty and respect, Bullying is any repeated, hostile sio n, g os sip ing, an d g ang ing - u p say it is you should of fer suppor t and you can also practice effective or demeaning behaviour intended to come into play, and of course physi- and let them know you are there responses to create awareness, and cause harm, fear or distress, includ- cal bullying which is the pushing, to help. You should also work with one of the most important things you ing physical or psychological harm hitting, and slapping. them and the system whi c h they should do is communicate to create and according to Alberta.ca for an Some warning signs of bullying is ar e a s s o c i ate d fo r exa m p l e i n a an open dialogue.

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Submitted Kids Help Phone number which is 1-800Buffalo Trail Public Schools students and 668-6868. staff will be wearing pink shirts on FebruBTPS takes a stand against bullying. ary 22, 2023. Pink Shirt Day is recognized We are proud that our students maximize worldwide as a day to promote anti-bullying student learning in a safe and caring enviand inclusivity. Last year, BTPS hosted a ronment, supported by a highly effective division wide Pink Shirt Day logo contest team. BTPS wants to create a safe and and our division pink shirts were designed inclusive environment where all students

by Eva Slawson from Dr. Folkins Commu- feel valued and respected. nity School.

Be kind to each other and speak out BTPS brings awareness to bullying and when you see bullying happening. BTPS lets students know that we do not toler- cares about the wellbeing of our students ate bullying in our schools. We want our and strives to ensure our schools are safe students to know that if they are a victim of and caring. The division encourages everybullying, reach out for help. Students are one to join in the effort to promote kindness able to talk to a parent, teacher, or friend. All and end bullying in schools and communistudents in the province have access to the ties.

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Upcoming Cutter Rally

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“In the past we’ve had some pretty own cutter), as a participant who can There are some large door prizes, and cold days, and we’ve still had people ride in a wagon, you can ride horseback, she said you can win numerous items.

The East West Chapter of the Alberta showing up because people want to or you can be a ghost hand (meaning “Everyone from children to seniors Carriage Driving Association will be support the cause,” said committee you can either attend, or not and just are welcome to attend, and sometimes hosting their 19th Annual Cutter Rally member Della Wist. “I’ve been involved come to the supper but you are still in kids come along getting pulled behind for Cancer at the Lloyd Ex Grounds on for approximately 10 years and it ’s for all the draws). Their early bird draw the horses on their toboggans, and they February 25. always been a success. Some members on Feb 14, was won by Norm and Pat love it - they have a blast,” said Wist.

All of the proceeds from ticket sales, have been on every year since its initia- Fast.

There will be two trail options this as well as a silent auction and 50/50 tion. A lot of people that take part have Wist said the winner of the Cutter is year, four or eight kilometres with a spot will go towards the Lloydminster Region been touched by cancer in one way or dependant on the highest score of the sheltered by trees to stop and roast Health Foundation in support of the another and that’s a big thing.” dice rolled either on the trail or at the hot dogs at the halfway point. The rally chemo ward, as well as a portion going There are four ways to enter: as a Ex. Everybody with a ticket will get a roll, will take place from 11 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. towards Haying in the 30’s. teamster (meaning you will drive your and the highest number rolled will win. followed by supper at 5 p.m.

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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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HOROSCOPE/SUDOKU AND SOLUTIONS Daily Sudoku: Fri 17-Feb-2023

LIBRA

Pamper yourself; you deserve it. You will find that superiors may not see situations as you do. Don't let other people meddle in your private affairs.

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TAURUS

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GEMINI

Lend an ear to children; it can make a difference. It's hard to stay mad if the object of the anger refuses to react. Get involved in creative groups.

Take the whole family and make it an enjoyable outing. Don't allow colleagues to stand in your way. Opportunities will come through behind the scenes activities.

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Disruptions may set you back, but you're strong, and in the end the choices you make will be favorable. Stick to travel or do things in conjunction with groups. Your pilgrimage may end up being fruitless.

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AQUARIUS

VIRGO

PISCES

Visit someone who hasn't been feeling well lately. Channel your efforts into achieving your goals. You should visit a friend or relative who hasn't been feeling up to par.

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CAPRICORN

Gambling will be a waste of time and money. You may have been too nice to a friend who just wanted to take advantage of you.

They will jump at the chance to do something without you if it sounds like more fun. Don't forget to read the fine print. You need to keep the peace and you will have to bend in order to do so.

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SAGITTARIUS

You must try to help. You are best to be accommodating for the time being. Sudden romantic infatuations won't be lasting. Don't be too eager to buy things for those who really don't deserve it.

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Travel and family gatherings should be in order. Just be yourself. You will find good buys and you will lift your spirits.

Your lack of attention may have been a factor. Romance will be on your mind, and chances for ideal connections are in the works. You might find it difficult to control your emotions.

Your romantic inclination should lead to a committed relationship. If you want to make your mark, try to get involved in projects that will bring you some glory.

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ARIES

Plan your social events carefully. Be creative in your efforts. Enjoy a quiet dinner for two and discuss some of the plans you have for the future.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 21, 2023

Karen King

School news

Vermilion Elementary School News

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behind their topic. Some projects great time exchanging Valentines’ learning and school, to celebrate were research based; such as hurri- cards and treats. In Grade 1, every their child and all they have learned On February 3, Vermilion Elemen- canes, animals, and how batteries student made a project involving this year, to demonstrate the importar y School held its 24th Annual work, etc. Other science projects 100 items, as well as participating tance of education to their child, to Science Fair. We want to ex tend were experiment based; such as in several 100 Day activities. be informed of what their child is a huge thank you for our commu- exploding pop, making slime, and Teachers went to Edmonton on learning at school, and to have fun nity judges. They were impressed paper towel strength tests.

February 16 and 17 for their annual and connect with the VES school with the variety and the effort that Grade 5 and 6 students from the teachers’ convention at the Shaw family. We hope to see lots of VES students ranging from Grades 1-6 classes of Ms. King, Mr. Beecroft Convention Centre. Each day had families in attendance. put forth in their projects. Entering a n d M r s . M ys h a n i u k h ave b e e n 4-5 session times and every session Dates to Remember: Feb 14 – the Science Fair is not mandatory skating on the outdoor rink. They was chocked full of opportunities. 100th Day of School; Feb 16 and 17 and is completed at home with a few g o o n Tu e s d ays a n d T h ur s d ays Sessions included, but were not – No School – Teachers’ Convencheck-in meetings with Mr. Hasle- for the entire month. The students limited to, those that focused on tion; Feb 20 – No School – Family hurst along the way. “It is exciting to have been having an absolute blast. subject areas, grade level curricu- Day; Feb 23 – Pink Shirt Day; Feb watch students explore the science Many who hardly knew how to skate lum, inclusion, Indigenous informa- 23 – Celebration of Learning 5:00topics which interest them,” stated are now cruising right along. We tion, administration and personal 7:30; Mar 1 – Dress up as a SuperMr. Haslehurst. In total, 31 students want to thank the town of Vermil- growth. hero or a Su per H ero; M ar 10 – participated in completing 21 proj- ion for providing this opportunity for O n Fe b r u a r y 2 3 , V ES w i l l b e BTPS Learning Day – No School; e c t s . Tw e l v e o f t h o s e p r o j e c t s them. hosting our Celebration of Learn- Mar 20-24 – Scholastic Book Fair; achieved merit for demonstrating Valentines’ Day and the 10 0 th ing. Our hope is that this will pres- Mar 21 – Next School Council Meetexcellence in the scientific process Day of School were both on Febru- ent an opportunity for VES families ing at 6:30; Mar 22 – Parent Teacher a n d u n d e r s t a n d i n g t h e s c i e n c e ar y 14 this year. Ever yone had a to be more engaged in their child’s Interviews.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY JR ROBSON SCHOOL Vermilion

Administrative Assistant POSITION DESCRIPTION AND REQUIREMENTS: J. R. Robson School requires a full-time Administrative Assistant.

Applicants must have a minimum of a Certificate or Diploma in Office Administration from an accredited college.

For more information, please check out full listing at www.btps.ca under the career tab.

CLOSING DATE: Until a suitable candidate is selected.

Buffalo Trail Public Schools is pleased to accept all qualified applications, but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The successful applicant will be required to submit a current Criminal Record Check.

COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27

JOB ADVERTISEMENT Oil/Calcium Dust Control Program Summer on Roads inYouth Front ofEmployment Farmland Sites

TheDust County of Minburn No. 27 is seeking for the following control applications will nowindividuals be accepted until five summer youth positions locatedas in per Vegreville, May 15, 2022 (deadline) CountyAlberta: Policy OP 9001-01, Dust Control with(Two Calcium and Oil on Administrative Support Positions) FrontAssistant of Yard(Two Sites.Positions) AgriculturalRoads ServiceinBoard Operations Shop Maintenance Assistant If you have any questions, call31, the Operations Employment Term: May 1, 2023please to August 2023 (780)632-2082, Ext. 3.on qualifications Salary Range:Office $17.00 at - $21.00 per hour (depending and relevant work experience) Applications are available at the County of Minburn Submission Deadline: Friday, March 3, 2023 Website: www.minburncounty.ab.ca For detailed information including position requirements and qualifications, please visit the County website at minburncounty.ab.ca

JOB ADVERTISEMENT COUNTY OF MINBURN NO. 27 Oil/Calcium Dust Control Program Seasonal Employment on Roads in Front of Farmland Sites

Road Construction Operators (Two Dust control applications willPositions) now be accepted until Road Construction Labourer/Operator May 15, 2022 (deadline) as per County Policy OP 9001-01, Dust Control Calcium and on Road The County of Minburn No. 27 is with seeking individuals forOil Seasonal Roads in Operations Front of Yard Sites.located in Vegreville, Alberta.

Construction positions in the Department For detailed information including position requirements and qualifications, please you havewebsite any questions, please call the Operations visitIfthe County at minburncounty.ab.ca.

Office at (780)632-2082, Ext. 3.

Employment Term: Tentative May to October 2023

Applications are–available the(Labourer/Operator) County of Minburn Salary Range: $20.60 $26.78 perat hour $30.06 – $36.66 per hour (Construction Operator) Website: www.minburncounty.ab.ca Please submit a complete resume and cover letter, detailed experience, education, qualifications and references, and a current Driver’s Abstract to HR@minburncounty.ab.ca. These positions will remain open until suitable candidates are selected.

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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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Letter to the editor

The Vermilion Voice | February 21, 2023

Letter To The Editor

The Alberta Advantage? healthcare disaster for almost 4 years EMT operators will fix the ambulance Health in Vermilion. Then, just as now, I was flabbergasted to see that the now. Kenney’s “healthcare guaran- crisis, Mayor Copeland will have to the conser vative provincial governconser vative mayor of Cold Lake is tee” was blatantly dishonest, and the explain how he will find staff to oper- ment was too busy greasing the huge planning on using the municipal tax UCP ML A’s that helped at tack our ate his clinic since the Cold Lake ER profits of transnational oil companies to base to purchase and operate a medi- healthcare system are in that same already cannot find the healthcare staff be bothered with managing healthcare. cal facilit y. Healthcare is a provin- club. it needs. Mr. Copeland also needs to Al b er t ans c an pay an d pay an d c ial responsibilit y that munic ipali The terrible situation in Cold Lake explain his logic behind the residents pay for unavailable and inadequate ties cannot afford to provide unless is a perfect example of how badly the of Cold Lake now paying 3x for health- healthcare that conser vatives only they abandon their other duties to UCP have managed healthcare since care: 1) paying taxes to the province for ever provide…or we could choose a t h e m u n i c i p a l i t y l i ke p o l i c i n g a n d the Cold Lake ER has been closed healthcare delivery, 2) paying taxes to new and better way when we use our roads. Albertans have unfortunately dozens of times in 2022 alone because the municipality for healthcare deliv- democratic voice on May 29. One thing witnessed an endless and tragic UCP of a lack of staff! It was even closed ery, and 3) paying the exceptional cost that is certain, I won’t continue to live for New Years Eve when hospitals and for the private healthcare providers the and pay taxes in Vermilion if I have to ERs are obviously a critical and life- UCP are forcing onto Albertans against pay for healthcare 3x like the ill-fated saving service, that we pay taxes to our wishes. residents of Cold Lake. I simply can’t receive.

This blatant failure of governance, afford it because the UCP have already While I can understand why a former both by the UCP and by Cold Lake, bled me dry from the “kick-backs” I now UCP candidate like Mr. Copeland would should be a blaring alarm warning to must pay to the insurance companies VERMILION, AB claim that the addition of a clinic will the residents of Vermilion because the and used car salesmen that funded somehow magically resolve the health- Town of Vermilion has previously ALSO the UCP last election. I hear there are care crisis, like how Danielle Smith made their residents pay for health- entire neighbourhoods of Albertans in claims new empty ambulances with no care delivery on top of the provincial BC now…and the auto and home insurtaxes we pay for healthcare - when the ance is a bargain compared to here. town residents had to provide housDarcey Shyry ing to bribe doctors to work for Alberta Vermilion

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The Vermilion Voice | February 21, 2023

Vermilion Senior Centre Jackpot Winner

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Lorna Hamilton

ion Senior Centre, Dianne Dunn would There is shuffleboard (bank-board) like to thank all the volunteers and the on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 Vermilion Senior Centre congratu- community for its support. a.m. lates Mary Lychak the winner of their The Senior Centre holds activities Whist is on Wednesdays at 1:30 Bingo Jackpot played in the afternoon throughout each month such as: p.m. of February 16. Lychak was lucky and Floor curling - Monday, WednesCountry Line Dancing for seniors is broug ht home a c he que for $ 6 42, day, and Fridays at 9:30 a.m. until on Fridays at 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. No which is one of the highest jackpots. about 10:30 a.m. Coffee and cookies pressure, just gets us moving.

Crib Doubles is always the second “I am thankful for the opportunity to to follow. play and I already have plans for the The Pool Room is open. There are Thursday of the month. It is $25. That winnings,” said Lychak. various sized tables. It is currently i n c l u d e s p r ize s , m o r n i n g s n a c k s / coffee, lunch, and afternoon snacks/ Ever yone over the age of 18 is open at 1 p.m. welcome to attend and play and enjoy They have monthly birthday/ anni- coffee. Come in with a partner or as a an afternoon of fun. The Senior Centre versar y celebrations with cake and single and we’ll do our best to partner bingo is played on the first and third coffee, the first Monday of the month you up. Pre-register two days before please, arrive at 9:30 a.m. and we’re From left, Dianne Dunn, and Mary Lychak.

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Executive coordinator of the VermilBridge is on Mondays at 1 p.m.

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There was also broad support for increas- ties believe a province-wide task force is the political parties and their candidates ing spending to improve current policing urgently needed, and they want to see it stand on these important issues as they EDMONTON – The results of a public efforts in communities across Alberta and happen now. prepare to vote in the 2023 Provincial opinion survey conducted by Calgary improve the provincial justice system.

We strongly encourage all the provin- Election. pollster Janet Brown for Alberta Munic- “The results of this survey paint a very cial political parties to include public The full sur vey repor t can be ipalities in late January 2023 confirm clear picture,” said President Cathy safety and policing in their election plat- viewed here in the Media section of what our association has been saying Heron. “Albertans are simply not inter- forms. Albertans deserve to know where ABmunis’ website. for almost a year: most Alber tans ested in a discussion or review of commuNEWSPAPERS ARE A PRODUCT, NOT PACKAGING! see no reason to replace the RCMP nity policing in Alberta that is based on with a new provincial police service. political aims or recommendations from A resounding 85 per cent of respon- the 2020 Fair Deal Panel Report. Municidents said that if the Government of palities are interested in discussing the Alberta insisted on going ahead with delivery of community policing with the the creation of an APS, the matter primary goal of enhancing public safety.” needed to be put to a provincial vote. Alberta Municipalities has been calling Sixty-six per cent of those surveyed for a province-wide Public Safety Task 63% thought the provincial government Force led by the Government of Alberta agree s h o u l d s p e n d i t s t i m e, ef for t a n d since September 1, 2022. Such a task r e s o u r c e s o n c o m m u n i t y s e r v i c e force is urgently needed to explore and supports for Albertans who are marginal- address the root causes of crime, as Source: Totum Research, December 2022. Canadian adults 18+ n=2755 ized and struggling with homelessness, well as weaknesses in Alberta’s current addictions and mental health issues. justice system. Our member communiSubmitted

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Mannville Multi 4H Communications

Angela Mouly

prepare you for presenting in front of place.” dence and better prepare them for future classmates or at college in the future,” She went on to say that judging presentations. The club was also thankMannville 4H Multi Club members said Tod. “After the past couple years was not an easy decision, and recom- ful to AltaLink for their sponsorship, as practised public speaking during their having to do things virtually, this time mended members watch their time faults well as timer/teller Carla Cavanagh, communications event on February 12. being on a stage and in public provides because it’s really difficult to slow down impromptu organizer Vicky Marshall, The club welcomed judges Brandy a different experience. The topics were and spread a speech out in the middle if and mistress of ceremonies Amaya Hess, Dawn Kane, and Tara Tod as they excellent for your age, and now we feel they are going too fast, or speed up and Myhovich for their assistance. shared a range of speeches and presen- like we know you a bit better. When it grab time back if they are going too slow.

Myhovic h thanked ever yone for tations. came to the impromptus, we were blown For the intermediate members, she said coming and invited everyone to attend as “You did a great job today; it takes a away - you were more comfortable and it was hard to know they weren’t seniors they look forward to hosting the Minburn lot of courage and bravery to speak in there was less to remember. When you because they had done such a great job. District Communications Competition at public. It is something that generates lost your train of thought, it was great to The individual feedback members the Mannville Elks Hall on March 4, at a bit of nervous excitement and helps see people take a breath and find their received was useful to build their confi- 10 a.m.

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