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March 28, 2023

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Vermilion Welcomes New Restaurant, DB-Delicious Bites

Top photo from left, Councilor Robert Snow, Councilor Kevin Martin, 5 year-old Rayce, Divina Pandey, Bishnu Pandey, Mayor Greg Throndson, and Councilor Kirby Whitlock. Bottom right photo from left, DB-Delicious Bites owners Divina and Bishnu Pandey with their son Rayce with the welcome plaque and ribbon from the opening. Photos Lorna Hamilton

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warm welcome to the Pandey family, the community.”

Bishnu, Divina, and their 5-year-old DB-Delicious Bites offers an Residents of Vermilion were son Rayce Alexander, and wished extensive menu featuring a varieager to try the extensive menu them success in their new restau- ety of dishes that cater to differitems at DB-Delicious Bites, a rant venture. Councilor Kirby Whit- ent tastes and preferences. The new restaurant located at 5004 50 lock echoed the sentiment and restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, Avenue, when it opened its doors expressed gratitude to the Pandey and dinner, with options including on March 24. The restaurant quickly family for choosing Vermilion as the appetizers, salads, sandwiches, garnered attention in the commu- location for their new business. burgers, pasta dishes, and more. nity, and at 10 a.m. members of the Divina expressed her apprecia- The Pandey family’s passion for town council arrived to welcome tion for the warm welcome, stating, food and hospitality is evident in the the owners and the restaurant with “We know this town is a support- way they run their restaurant. Their a plaque and ribbon cutting cere- ive community that welcomes new commitment to providing excelmony. businesses, which is why we chose lent customer service ensures that Mayor Thronsdon extended a it. We are looking forward to serving every customer feels at home.

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Angela Mouly

Town Council

The Vermilion Voice | March 28, 2023

tion data to using 2019 data (giving have all of the information but would until there were no more speakers.

Vermilion a population of 4,150 and do a deep dive on the situation to “Honestly if this room was full, we Three delegations took up much would be applicable in 2024). find out. are here for the public and the public of the March 21, meeting for VermilSome councillors were still R e g a r d i n g t h e R o t a r y C l u b , are entitled to express their views ion Town Council. Council witnessed c o n c e r n e d a n d n o t e d S t a t i s t i c s Warkentin put forward a request for and opinions. If it takes us all night, presentations by James MacDonald Canada’s 2021 population for Vermil- a letter of suppor t from council to so be it; that’s why we are here,” said (and virtually by board chair Vicky ion of 3,948 saying they did not want apply for a grant (potentially in June) Pulyk.

Lefebvre) with the Northern Lights to pay for more residents than they that would fund toddler playground Councillor Snow agreed but Library System (NLLS), virtually by actually had. equipment at the Hospital Hill Park. suggested they obtain the standards Ken Spangler with Alber ta BroadA s f o r t h e b r o a d b a n d u p d a t e, “ We’ve put for war d $ 50,0 0 0 of from other communities and councils band Networks, and Erwin Warken- S p a n g l e r s a i d t h e n e w n e t w o r k our own funds, and want to make a before going ahead with a decision. tin with the Rotary Club of Vermilion. launched in February is fully opera- better presentation to the provincial Council noted an investment policy “In your community last year we tional, and they completed over 505 government. I think that the town’s update for 2023 and Brian Leibel issued 4,600 e-books 2,300 e-audio residential drops. Primus will begin strength is its service clubs and we verified there was no additional risk; books, and 11,145 books delivered marketing by getting in touch with know we’re not the only one. We also and council accepted the policy with by a van run ever y week which is the town’s leadership team, doing want to thank Sarah Paterson on her a friendly amendment to update the approximately $779, 000 in value,” a d oor-to - d oor c ampaign, create tremendous support of this project,” policy every three years. said MacDonald. mes s ag ing for lo c al news paper s said Warkentin.

Deputy Mayor Paul Conlon noted They actually borrow more he said and online community pages, and Coun c illor Pulyk c ongratulated t hat t he town i s p otent ially l o o kto circulate through the county, as by being present in the community. him on pursuing the project saying ing at relocating the house on the well as provide internet ser vices, “ D e s p i te s o m e m i s i n fo r m at i o n it is a well used area. He also noted Orphan Well site (in South Brennan) deliver programming, offer 3D prin- online, we are getting some really that if different clubs had other ideas, to a different lot. If they are able to, inting, steam kits, etc. good responses from commercial they should contact the town as they the current yard site could become I n a n s w e r t o c o n c e r n s f r o m a customers as well as a few residen- had just been discussing an oppor- green space, and the house would previous council meeting regard- tial customers,” said Spangler. tunity prior to the meeting. Council- then be able to be sold. Kevin Lucas ing the population used to calulate “It was a huge undertaking with a lor Rayment said, “I know as some- verified there is no safety hazard, but library funding, he said, “Your library lot of man power; seven days a week one with small children there aren’t that the Orphan Wells Organization received the grant at a population there was a lot of activity. Our hotels many places in town to take them nor the Town are in the rental busiof 5,405 as well, so you are paying a n d r e s t au r a n t s we r e b u sy, a n d with equipment that suited to them.” ness, so they are looking at creative out the levy at the same rate you are there was a lot of good spin offs from Giving hope for more communica- ways to not tear a house down and getting the grant on.” this project,” said Councillor Pulyk. tion, council discussed to potentially make it a future dwelling for another The NLLS had been advocating for When asked about the competi- change the current public commen- family. change for years, so he was happy to tion, he said Shaw had a coa xial tar y session pro c edures. Deput y Council and administration noted note that the provincial government hybrid system that lacked the speed Mayor Paul Conlon suggested they the retirement of Alan Rustad; as well announced on March 1, that they and bandwidth they can offer; and increase the individual time limits as the move of Community Services would move from using 2016 popula- Telus had low rates but he said they from two minutes to four minutes.

Director, Sarah Paterson. don’t have the consistency of their “This goes back to my 4-H public Councillor Rayment said, “Good network. They expect to see push speaking days; 4 – 6 min is a proper luck in your future endeavours; all bac k for the nex t six months but speech. It seems kind of impromptu the best with living in B.C. We will want to embrace the community and to have only two minutes. As much definitely miss you.” educate people on how they can as they wish to address us, it seems “I very much enjoyed my time here. invest in the Town of Vermilion. to be a recurring issue that residents Vermilion is an amazing community; W h e n a s k e d a b o u t t h e b r i n e are pressed for time.” ver y spirited. It ’s been a fantastic VERMILION, AB line strike and whether they would C o u n c i l l o r P u l y k t h o u g h t f o u r place to work; I can’t say enough support the town in recouping some minutes would be fair, and suggested g o o d t h i n g s a b o u t t h e s t a f f a n d of the financial costs as it was no they remove the 15 minute overall community members,” said Paterfault of their own, he said he did not time limit keeping the session open son.

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Vermilion Soccer Eager For New Season

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Speaking of excelling, the U19 Lake- some of the work. to another great year and getting back land District won gold at Provincials in Ref coordinator, Eli Myhovich said, on the fields,” said Barrett.

To prepare for their new season, the Edmonton including Breanne Gourley “ My mini refs were awesome; they Vermilion Soccer Association (VSA) and Amaya Myhovich from VSA. Of grew so much. This year we will aim held their AGM on Marc h 20, with the seven teams sent from the district, to host mini or entry-level ref clinics, approximately 35 people in person, Darlene Gourley said they brought and ref registration is available online and more attending via Zoom. home three golds including the U17 through the Alberta Soccer Associa“What we provide to the community Girls and the U17 Boys United. tion.” is unique and is of such high value.

In h er trea surer ’s re p or t , G o urRegistrar Danielle Eriksen said, I want to thank everyone for coming ley also said that after their first full “Registration is now online and will and bringing their passion and contri- year back following three years of be taken to the next generation with butions to VSA so we can continue being shut down, some expenses had a RAMP system, streamlining things that this year; I’m really grateful to all increased but otherwise the season with the district; thank you to Renee of the coaches and the people in this was comparable. This year they are for helping to set it up. We had approxroom for their support,” said president looking forward to some new jerseys imately 250 youth last year. Please Gordon Barrett. and field repairs since the gopher register by March 31, to avoid any late He said soccer provides the benefit removal. fees. of being outdoors, as well as cardio/ Vice president, Patrick Willis said, To register, you can visit the VSA’s muscular and aerobic activity. In the “ Our org anization is c ommit ted to new website at vermilioncoccer.ca. of f- s e a s o n h e wa s i n s p ir e d w h i l e ensuring the safety of all children. As “This is always a great time of year; From left, Breanne Gourley and Amaya witnessing a scope beyond Vermil- coaches, parents, and athletes, we are c o m in g out of w inter an d st ar t in g Myhovich who won gold at the U19 Indoor ion, seeing athletes at the district and all representatives of VSA and have a soccer season. We are looking forward Soccer Provincials. Photo submitted. provincial levels. responsibility to carry ourselves with “ I ’m ver y proud we are a Tier 4 a high standard and to be respectful group and are trying to build an out of others. Any issues will be investiand indoor season to keep up with the gated.” region in providing year-round soccer.

Potential projects the organization In turn, it will provide more opportu- dreams of he said include obtaining nities for children that really want to heat and running water in the shack, excel,” said Barrett. washrooms, or a golf cart to help with Reporter

Some of the VSA executive and board members on March 20. Back row from left, Lana Roach, Patrick Willis, Gordon Barrett, Eli Myhovich, and Darlene Gourley. Front row from left, Amr Rezk, Danielle Eriksen, and Iris Westergaard. Photo Angela Mouly

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Dawn Riley

Hot Cross Buns

The Vermilion Voice | March 28, 2023

Friday right until Easter. My favorite part temperature that you would give to a not sticky. Then knead the dough for 8 was the sweet taste of butter cream icing baby in a bottle. If the water is too warm minutes. If you are out of practice your With the first Day in the cross of the bun. the yeast will die, and the bread will not arms may get tired. It is o.k. to rest, but of Spring under our Hot Cross Buns rise. If the water is not warm enough, the dough still needs to be kneaded for belt, we are ready 1 package (or 1 tablespoon) active the yeast will not grow. The teaspoon the full 8 minutes. Place the dough in for more sunshine, dry yeast of sugar is food for the yeast. Allow the a buttered bowl. Place away from cool budding trees, and 1 cup warm water (110 -115 degrees) yeast to sit until it bubbles. Next, in a drafts, a warm area is best. Cover with the first rain that 1 teaspoon sugar separate bowl pour the hot water over a piece of wax paper and let rise for 1 brings the green 1 1/4 cups water hot water the lard, butter, sugar and salt and stir hour. Remove the wax paper and punch grass. With spring comes Easter, and 2 tablespoons lard until all is dissolved. Allow this mixture to the bread dough down. Use the dough some traditional Easter cooking. Choco1 tablespoon butter cool to the baby bottle temperature. Add to form into 24 – 30 buns. Cover the late bunnies, pussy willows and home1/2 cup sugar both the yeast mixture and the sugar formed buns with wax paper. Allow the made hot cross buns are all part of our 1 teaspoon cinnamon lard mixture together. Add in the raisins buns to rise for 1 – 2 hours. Cut a cross Easter traditions. There is really no 1/4 teaspoon allspice (optional) and the cinnamon. Stir in 4 or more cups on the top of each bun with a sharp comparison between a homemade hot 1 cup raisins of flour, adding the flour in 1 cup then knife. Bake the buns at 400 degrees for cross bun and a store bought one. The 2 teaspoons sea salt 1/2 cup portions. When the dough is to 20 minutes. Brush with melted butter, or aroma and taste of freshly baked hot 5 3/4 - 6 1/4 cups unbleached allstiff to stir in any more flour, then you for a sweet glaze brush with a honey and cross buns is always a special treat for purpose flour will add the flour by kneading it in. With melted butter blend when you take them the Easter season. Both of my grandMix the first three ingredients together the remaining flour, flour a surface to out of the oven. When they are cool, mix mothers and my mom made hot cross in a small bowl. If you do not have a ther- knead the flour in. Knead the remaining up a batch of butter cream icing and ice buns which we enjoyed from Good mometer, the water should be the same flour in until the dough is workable and the top of the buns in the cross.

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Helen Row Toews

Prairie Wool

out. Let me tell you about it.

Lovely, that was, until I looked a little grocery carts, exchanging information Several weeks ago, my family met for closer, frowned, took off my glasses to on the condition of our bunions, arthritis, “ O l d a g e i s dinner at a well-known restaurant. It’s polish them, and squinted at the couple and blood pressure as we shuffle up to always fifteen years not something we often do. Actually, again. the pharmacy counter to be doled out o l d er t h a n I a m.” we never do it, but that’s not important “What’s that?” I said in a distracted our monthly allotment of pills. What the - O l i v e r We n d e l l right now. The story I wish to tell was of voice as my sister-in-law, Linda, asked a heck!

Holmes another family who sat nearby, enjoying question close to my ear. (I hadn’t heard Here’s another tale to consider. It was I ’ m a b i t o f a one another and a fine meal. her.) Slowly and with an audible groan, a warm autumn day the last time I drove recluse. Apart from I watched them with interest. The I turned to answer, then painfully, since the school bus for a field trip. I felt good. going to work each day, I seldom leave parents of three young children looked I have a bum knee and a bad back, I It was a vital, energetic, spring-in-mymy house and rarely participate in social on indulgently as gray-haired grand- edged back onto my seat to realize with step kinda good. In other words—not events. Perhaps it comes with age, as I parents played with the kids. The older horror that I knew that senior couple old. Enter a pack of kids and a museum. wasn’t always like this, but I’m content to folks looked like a typical elderly couple sitting across from me. I’d attended Don’t get me wrong, having the knowlhide from Old Man Winter before a roar- who likely lived in a retirement village bloody school with them! Argh. edge to answer kids’ questions about ing fire in my prairie hermitage. and met with their peers to play a quiet The same was true last time I stood how things used to be back in the olden *Hermitage: the dwelling of a hermit, game of shuffleboard Tuesday nights in a store lineup. It was like a flippin’ days feels nice. Sort of. It’s just, when especially when small and remote. in the common room. They didn’t move high school reunion. Once upon a time, you look around a museum, by defini(Oxford Dictionary) too fast, huffed with effort when bend- my cronies and I might have chatted as tion a place bursting with artifacts of a Perhaps this tendency to lurk in the ing over, and frequently asked people we stood in line to enter the cinema, bygone era, and you recognise every shadows, far away from the city’s bright around them to repeat themselves. a concer t or waited to have our ID antique item as having been a functional lights, is for the best, as, lately, I’ve Nothing whatsoever wrong with this checked before sashaying into a cool component of your childhood home, it’s noticed an alarming trend whenever I go picture. It was lovely. new nightclub. Now we lean heavily on kind of upsetting. With slumping shoulders, I scuffled out at the end of our visit, feeling I’d aged twenty years.

However, as my title states, old age will always be defined as fifteen years older than me. So I’m still good to go.

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The Vermilion Post Office Moves To A New Home

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Craig Baird

submitted a proposal to erect a new showing its age and many felt it could A committee of three was formed that brick building in the spring west of the be torn down to make way for a new would for ward its resolution to the T h e p o s t o f f i c e Royal Bank building. This new building building. That original building had department of public works in Ottawa. had been operating would be the home of the post office. been the immigration hall, in which the As it turned out, it would take a bit for nearly 20 years The proposal stated that while the post office was moved in April 1918 longer to get the building built and the by the time it was main floor of the building was reserved when a fire destroyed the previous post office would instead be moved to decided a new home for the post of fice, the upper floor post office. the Albert Hall on a site acquired by was needed for it in Vermilion. In March could be used for a different business.

M ac kenzie st ate d t hat im prove - the government in 1912 for $10,000.

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Rotary Continues Garage Sale Legacy

Submitted Brenda held”. following the sale to ensure the commu- book and the Voice.

One of the Rotary Club of Vermilion’s Rotarian Scott Webb and his wife nity’s usable donations are shared with Should it be necessary, a local pickup most popular annual fundraisers will be Bernie have taken the reins of the three- other non-profit organizations. service by Rotarians may be available back this April as the club continues the day sale that involves the work of the A few reminders about the sale: but you must call early to confirm. event while sharing memories of its past whole club along with many community Sale items are not individually priced, For more information reach out to a chairperson. This year’s sale will take volunteers. but we will entertain reasonable offers. Rotarian or call Scott Webb at 780-853place Thursday to Saturday, April 27-29 The annual Garage Sale provides an Donations will be accepted for the 7282 or Bernie Webb at 780-853-7121. at the Vermilion Curling Rink. opportunity for community members Rotary Garage Sale on Thursday April Follow “Rotar y Club of Vermilion While Rotarian’s have always strived to participate by donating their quality 20, Friday April 21 and Saturday, April Alber ta” on Facebook for the latest to be ‘good stewards’ of the generous usable items for sale. Profits from the 22. More details to follow on both Face- news about the sale. donations, this year the club will be sale will be reinvested in the commuholding standards a little higher as we nity, benefiting many facets of Vermilion honour the memory of our fellow Rotar- and the surrounding area. Profits from ian, Brenda Lee who passed away in the sale support youth programs, sport February. For over ten years, Brenda activities, leadership oppor tunities, was the Committee chairperson for the support and care for seniors, commuannual event and spent hundreds of nity infrastructure and cultural organizahours each year making sure we were tions. able to be those good stewards and Once again, the Rotary Club will be serve our community in the best possible donating $5000.00 to a worthy commuway. She recruited volunteers, created nity project, which is still to be deterlasting partnerships with outside agen- mined. cies, scheduled pick-ups, drop offs, and Many partners from Vermilion contribclean ups, made sure everyone was ute to the sales’ success. The Town of welcomed and thanked for participating, Vermilion, Vermilion Agricultural Sociand kept track of EVERYTHING. ety, Lakeland Mall and the Vermilion “Brenda’s absence from the sale will Curling Club all contribute tables to Getting ready for the 2019 Rotary Garage Sale. Photo submitted be noticeable to everyone involved, but receive and display the merchandise AIRPORT PUBLIC ENGAGEMENTS her passion for the cause will be cele- donated. Rotarians, their spouses, brated and honoured by all of us.” said family members, local youth partners, Rotary Member Dawn Riley. and Friends of Rotary put in many hours The Torch has been passed from to be ready for shoppers when the doors Brenda to Bernie and me”, said new open, and the Vermilion Fire DepartAPRIL 27, 28 & 29 Commit tee Chairman Scot t Webb. ment volunteers to help with clean-up.

“We will strive to keep the Garage Sale Rotary will again be partnering with Vermilion Fairgrounds Wed. Mar. 22 1 pm – 7 pm going with the same high standards that other organizations to disperse leftovers

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Submitted own pysanky art! This free workshop Pysanky (Ukrainian Egg) Workshop, is led by local experts Lillian de Jong Tuesday April 11 from 1-5pm @ Vermil- and Denise Campbell. TEEN (13+) ion Library in the basement. Explore and ADULT programming. All supplies the ar t of Ukrainian egg decorating are provided. Tea, coffee & desserts using a wax-resist technique and dyes. included! To register call the library: Learn something about the meaning 780 -853-4288 or register online on of the symbols, colours and histor y our website: https://www.vplibrary.ca/ of Ukrainian eggs and create your programs/pysanky.

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Lorna Hamilton

The Vermilion Voice | March 28, 2023

Vermilion Public Library Holds Seedy Saturday

so the little ones could start growing some vegetables.

The Vermilion Public Library held a Members of the Facebook group successful Seedy Saturday on March 25 Lakeland Seed and Plant Swap were with a good number of residents partici- in attendance so participants could pating in the event. have the opportunity to connect with Seedy Saturday is designed to help them. gardeners connect with other gardenGerald Delorme, an associate with ers so they can try new seed varieties, the Facebook group provided educashare their favourites, swap seeds, and tional information on seeds and growto encourage the use of open-pollinated ing, and said, “It is my hope to one and hertiage seeds. day see a community garden in every “ Whether the person attending is community.” a first-time or master gardener, seed The group’s initiative is to encour3” wide enthusiast or an expert seedversion saver, age gardeners to grow plants locally, the event is for everyone,” said Vermil- and to save seeds and share what ion Public Library program coordinator they have saved with other gardenACT OF GOD RYE Shelia Heit. ers.

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Family and Communit y Sup por t “We would like to say a big thank Services (FCSS) offered free ‘Little you to a local Facebook group called Garden Kits’ to families with young chil- ‘Lakeland Seed and Plant Swap’ for Back row from left, Lakeland Seed and Plant Swap associate Gerald Delmore, Vermilion Public dren at the event. The kit included a seed their amazing donation of seed pack- Library Program Coordinator Sheila Heit. Front row from left, Library volunteer Diane Fellowes, 3” wide version 3” and wide version 3.75”and wide version tray, three seed packages some dirt, ages for this event,” said Heit.

Lakeland Seed and Plant Swap adminstrator Morgan Gordeyko. Photo Lorna Hamilton.

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said Bruce MacDuff who is a member of the anything else. If a major oil company in condition of the pavement’s surface continAirport Advisory Committee. “The airport Calgary is looking at a project in Vermil- ues to deteriorate that the larger aircraft The Town of Vermilion hosted their first is just as important as the rinks, pool, ball ion; they may only take flights into Vermil- may stop coming because it could damage of two Airport Public Engagement sessions diamonds, or library which all have a defi- ion two or three times per year, but the their nose gear. on March 22, and have released an online cit.” community may see millions of dollars For those who don’t have a direct corresurvey as well.

The Town also notes there are 12 in decision making down the road,” said lation with the airport, they suggested they In order to gather public input through the airports within a 100 km radius of Vermilion, Oldenburg. “The airport is like your house; might indirectly, because aside from providsurvey, they have posed some questions but local pilots noted that some are closed, it’s cheaper to maintain than to rebuild.” ing a few jobs, it has provided business in to both Town of Vermilion and County of some are grass strips, and that some do not Another topic on display was the Medi- all corners of the community (for hotels, Vermilion River residents on whether or not provide reliable winter maintenance. They vac service. restaurants, machinery, even the art gallery they should pave the runway of the Vermil- also neglected to mention that it is the only “Medi-vac is life saving by taking babies etc.). There was also a doctor that travelled ion Airport within the next couple years. An airport within the County of Vermilion River. out to the NICU and avoiding taking ambu- weekly to work in the community. As well, approximate $2 million cost could have 75 As well, it is believed to be one of two in all lances out of Vermilion for a minimum of the local flying club has given multiple tours per cent covered by a provincial grant. of Alberta with the proximity being within the four hours. It’s a humongous benefit and to groups of elementary students, and has At the town council meeting on March town limits. has happened 75 times since 2018. And ideas for the future to host more fly-ins, 21, they noted that they had received 270 “This is a special airport because you how much to put a price on a life saved or pancake breakfasts, or partner with other responses to the survey within the first 24 don’t have to hire a taxi to pick people up not – it’s an asset we can’t do without?” organizations (like they did with the snowhours. to drive them into town,” said Matt Jaremco. said Erwin Warkentin, who is another mobile club) to host collaborative events Dozens of people attended the first It also offers under-wing camping and member of the Airport Advisory Commit- such as at the fair, etc. session and Deputy Mayor Paul Conlon other tourist draws, for users picking up tee.

“There are so many opportunities said, “Growing up I thought the airport was a machinery, and when travelling for work Derwent Fire Chief, Matt Jaremco said, that can come out of that potential,” said staple to the community. This is the biggest or pleasure. Director of Infrastructure, Ben “As first-responders the Medi-vac is of dire Warkentin. “We want people to have an turnout I’ve seen in my time here, actually McPhee said, “Our usage has been pretty importance. Every second counts, and educated choice. Come find out about the talking to everyone and having them bring consistent with approximately 323 flights often we are left waiting for ambulances airport; you can talk to committee members forward their concerns. We want the best per year (seeing 363 in 2022).” when none are around. Elk Point Emer- to learn more.” information out there.”

Part way through their first meeting, gency has been closing overnight, and The second Airpor t Engagement O n e v e r y c o n c e r n e d r e s i d e n t McPhee said that most people he had spoken there is a golden hour of life when we are session will take place Saturday, April 15, approached him saying they did not want to so far were in support of the paving. called in. STARS can take 40 minutes to at the Town Hall Council Chambers from to “take the town backwards by losing the There are 11 aircraft currently regis- arrive but cannot land in poor weather, 1 – 5 p.m. To fill out the survey, you can airport.” Others felt if they lose the airport, tered at the Vermilion Airport. It has where Medi-vac will fly in worse condi- visit https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ the area will lose them as local residents. offered fuel since 2022, aircraft mainte- tions.”

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3”town wide version staff noted that in 1931 the Vermilion Town school since 2019. Economic benefits three hours to deploy but Council set aside land for an airport, and in include hangar rentals, and aerial spray Prairie EMS prefers to keep 1944 the first one was built as a grass strip applicators.

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pate in the regional competition on March 25th after placing first in the There is no better way to spend district competition in Lloydminster Family Day Monday than with your on February 25th. Our Intermediate 4 H f a m i l y, p u b l i c s p e a k i n g . O n winner was Paul Wennekamp with February 20th the Kitscoty 4H Beef his speech titled “Concussions and Club held their Club Communica- Hockey”, second place went to Ben tions at the Kitscot y Legion Hall. Tremmel and third place was Jake The speeches were all excellent and Tremmel. In the Senior Categor y you could tell a lot of time and effort Zachary Labiuk placed first with his was put into every single presenta- speech titled “Oh, the Places You’ll tion. We would like to send another Go”, se c ond plac e went to Gabe big thank you out to our ju d g es, Wennekamp and in third place was Tr i c i a R o y, J a n e t Tu c h s c h e r e r, Austin Porter. Congratulations to our Janice Jackson, Debbie Headon, winners and to all of the members on Josh Saskiw, Laurie Eddleston and a job well done! to our Master of Ceremonies Justin April is a busy month for us with Paul. Thank you for taking the time our Club Tour and Grooming and out of your day to make a dif fer- Jud ging Clini c s at the Lloydmin ence. Our Junior Categor y winner ster Exhibition. We all of course are w a s B e n W e n n e k a m p w i t h h i s looking forward to Achievement Day speech titled “My Great Grandpa: A which will be on Saturday, May 27th man I admire”, second place went at the Kitscoty Arena. Our Highway Senior Members (left to right): Josh Saskiw (judge), Austin Porter, Brooke King, Laurie t o S o f f e a h H e a d o n a n d i n t h i r d 897 Show and Sale is on WednesEddleston (judge) Missing: Gabe Wennekamp, Zachary Labuik, Teagan King. Photos submitted place was Mia Garnier. Congratu- day, May 31st at the Kitscoty Arena More photos on page 11 lations to Ben who is off to partici- as well. We hope to see you there!

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Can Canada Reduce Dark Cutting Discounts

Dr. Reynold Bergen, BCRC Science score. So, a dark-cutting carcass with Prime were tougher than normal A steaks and of dark cutting AAA steaks was at least as Director marbling is downgraded to Choice, a dark- that dark-cutting AAA steaks were tougher good as that of the normal AA steaks.

Submitted cutting Choice carcass is downgraded to than normal AA steaks. But machines aren’t Bottom line: Although sensitive lab equipWhen cattle are severely stressed before Select, and so on. Retailers can still specify people. ment and trained experts could detect eating slaughter there’s an increased risk that the that they don’t want dark-cutting beef in their Trained taste panelists detected slightly quality differences between dark-cutting and ribeye will remain dark red instead of “bloom- orders, but unaffected muscles from those less tenderness, slightly less beef flavor and normal steaks from a lower quality grade, the ing” to a bright red color. This phenomenon same carcasses would still be eligible for slightly more off-flavors in dark-cutting AA 100 regular consumers that were part of this is called “dark-cutting.” Extremely dark fresh retail. We could do the same thing in Canada steaks compared to normal A steaks. On study didn’t. beef isn’t visually appealing to consumers by downgrading a dark-cutting Canada the other hand, dark-cutting AA steaks were So, What Does This Mean… to You? and has a shorter shelf life, so Canada’s Prime carcass to AAA, a dark-cutting AAA more juicy than normal A steaks. The darkThe discounts packers apply to the B4 grading system assigns these carcasses to AA, or a dark-cutting AA to A. cutting beef was juicier because it loses less grade get factored into the price feedlots bid to a B4 grade to keep this beef out of retail Researchers from Agriculture and Agri- moisture during cooking than normal beef, for feeder calves. Eliminating the B4 grade for stores.

Food Canada in Lacombe recently published not because it had more marbling. They only dark-cutters and simply dropping the qualDark-cutting only averaged 1.25% of a pair of studies examining whether this detected slight decreases in tenderness and ity grade wouldn’t eliminate these discounts Canada’s youthful fed slaughter in 2021, but it approach could work in Canada slightly more off flavors in dark-cutting AAA completely, but it may be a low-risk option to presents a significant cost. For starters, darkWhat They Did steaks compared to normal AA steaks. But reduce these industry-wide losses. It would cutting primarily affects the ribeye — other Both studies compared the eating qual- trained taste panelists aren’t like the rest help add value to the normally colored beef muscles in the carcass (especially those in ity of dark-cutting AA ribeyes to normal of us. Trained taste panelists are the beef cuts from those same carcasses and would the forequarter and the outside round) may A ribeyes and compared the eating qual- equivalent of wine connoisseurs or audio- open the door to selling cooked dark-cutting look perfectly normal. But because the B4 ity of dark-cutting AAA ribeyes to normal philes. They can detect very subtle differ- beef through the mainstream restaurant and grade is assigned to the whole carcass, AA ribeyes. One study used laboratory ences that most consumers wouldn’t notice. foodservice sector where consumers likely and because retailers won’t sell any fresh measurements and eight trained sensory Consumer panelists generally preferred wouldn’t notice the difference. Beef purveyB4 beef, there aren’t many opportunities panelists to compare the eating quality of the color of (and said they’d be more likely ors and markets with a preference for bright to add value to the unaffected beef cuts. 100 dark-cutting to 100 normal steaks. The to purchase) a fresh normal AA steak than red beef could still make “no dark beef” a Dark-cutters also tend to occur sporadi- other study used 100 regular consumers a dark-cutting AAA steak, but saw no differ- condition in their buying specifications, simically, so it’s challenging for packers to find (equal numbers of men and women, equally ences between the appearance of a fresh lar to how “no added hormones,” Certified buyers for a handful of carcasses per day split among 18-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-55 and normal A steak versus a dark-cutting AA Sustainable, breed-specific or other marketor week. Because of this, packers discount 56 plus years of age) to compare the visual steak. There was no difference in the visual ing programs operate.

B4 carcasses by around $300 each. These appeal and eating quality of steaks from 60 appearance of any of the steaks after they This article was written by Dr. Reynold discounts exceeded $10 million across the dark-cutting and 60 normal steaks. were cooked. Consumer panelists didn’t Bergen, Science Director at the Beef Cattle Canadian industry in 2016/17.

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Justamere 28th Annual Bull Sale Monday April 3RD 2023 • 1 PM at the Farm Lloydminster, SK. ON OFFER: 52 Bulls 50 AngusYearlings and 3-two year olds, 2-Herefords, semen packages & embryos Can view Videos and bidding live on internet on sale day at www.dlms.ca PLEASE CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE http://www.justamereranches.com/

Hello, My name is Sam! I was surrendered to the shelter in hopes of finding myself my perfect forever home!

I will need a home with a fully fenced-in yard as I have a history of wandering around when I get loose!

I am still a young guy and I have A LOT of energy! I love going for runs and playing fetch!

Once I have gotten all my zoomies out I love to have a good nap on my bed! (I snore) I am a very clean guy, I know to let the ladies know when I need to go out to do my business and I make sure not to make a mess in my kennel! (Unlike some of my Neighbors here!) If you think I could be your future best friend Put in an application for my adoption!

Staff Comments: Sam is such a big sweetheart! He won us all over so quickly with his big squishy face and hilarious personality! He will need a family that understands his energy and is committed to keeping him healthy and active! Sam is a charming guy who will make a family very happy!

Robin Sherwood 780 853-7255 or any Vermilion Rotarian.

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LIBRA

Talk to people who can give you important knowledge. Don't be too quick to judge.

They won't get away with it.

TAURUS

SCORPIO

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GEMINI

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Try to iron out any friction over money with your mate or conflicts could prevail. You can anger others quickly today. Avoid overspending on items for your home.

You may have the energy to clear up that mound of paperwork facing you. Be creative in your pursuits. Do not force your opinions on others the connections will be short lived.

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CAPRICORN

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AQUARIUS

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VIRGO

PISCES

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Lorna Hamilton

The Vermilion Voice | March 28, 2023

3rd Annual Roundup Sale Success

from 120 cow herd. The bull and heifer described the geldings as accurately as The sale commenced at 1 p.m. after pens were full of depth and quality, and possible, as their training level and suit- an 11 a.m. preview at the Equine centre.

The Student-Managed Farm-Powered every animal on offer had aspects that ability vary.

The group would like to express great

by New Holland held their third annual would benefit any commercial or pure“Our goal was to produce, select and appreciation to these donors and sponsor: Roundup sale on March 25, and it was bred herd. train quality Quarter Horses with excel- Beef: Bohrson Marketing Services, D&N quite a success with a full house of The Equine program students had lent dispositions and conformation in an Livestock, Lazy MC Angus and Schaff people in attendance. eight 3-4 year-old AQHA geldings that economically sustainable format. We Angus Valley. Horse: Myterra Ranch, CP According to the group of students the were purchased from trusted private are excited to showcase our team’s hard Jazz Up my Dually Clark Performance Roundup has become the showcase for breeders up for sale. work that has been put into the geldings,” Horses, Miller Quarter Horses, and Shady all the beef and equine animal science According to the sale catalog the team commented Mitchell.

Willows, as well as their buyers. students, as it’s an opportunity to market and exhibit their top quality cattle and horses to the industry.

On the beef side of the sale, there were 14 purebred Black Angus bulls, three purebred Red Angus bulls, four purebred Black Angus replacement heifers, and two pens of commercial replacement heifers.

The bulls sold were chosen from a 40 purebred head cow herd and the commercial 1-year old heifers come Reporter

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Top photo, some of the people attending the Round Up Sale. Bottom photo, some of the animals up for auction. Photos Lorna Hamilton.

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LOCAL NEWS

U11 Rona Tigers - Bring Home Bronze

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Submitted losses, and 1 tie. The top four teams the undefeated league leaders Consort positive experience for the first years. At The Vermilion Minor Hockey U11 Rona from the first round of playoffs advanced Comets to place them in the bronze this age, exceptional! Well done!

Tigers won bronze at the Tier 3 North- to the League Championships where the medal game.

The saying there is no “I” in team holds east Alberta Hockey League (NEAHL) Tigers defeated the Hughenden Jets 4-3 The season had many highlights. The true for this group of young players. Each Championships in Elk Point on March to win bronze. team was lucky enough to have Jeff and every game was a collective effort 17-19.

The Tigers had a slow start to the Woywitka join a practice to work on core and that held true right through to the This mighty team of 11 fought hard weekend with losses to the Elk Point skill development. Aside from winning championship weekend. The coaching to earn third place overall in the regu- Avalanche and the Hughenden Jets but bronze, this was probably the highlight staff Wayne Rose (head coach), Kyle lar season with a record of 14 wins, 5 came back with an upset 6-1 win over of the year. There were many FIRSTS Lysons (assistant coach) and Justin f o r p l a y e r s Bowtell (assistant coach/goalie coach) this year: first also played a large part in the success g o a l , f i r s t of this team by seeing the potential m u c h - p r a c - and strengths of each player. The help t i c e d c e l l y, of Dustin Farkash, Danny Lysons, and f i r s t a w a y Halle Lehmann (U15 Female Player) at t o u r n a m e n t , practice and Jim Ruller (team manager) first penalty, also didn’t go unnoticed this season. and first time Congratulations to the U11 Rona Tigers playing for a on your success this hockey season. #3 league cham- Aiden Lysons, #4 Brady Tennant, #5 pionship. The Edge Lehmann, #6 Carson Lysons, #7 second years Dexon Flaata, #8 Kaysen Farkash, #9 w e r e g r e a t Carter Unland, #10 Beaudon Rose, #14 team leaders Ethan Croke, #17 Blake Ruller, and #29 and created a Boston Bowtell.

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