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Alberta Declares A Provinicial State Of Emergency

A fire south of Vermilion, west of Hwy. 41 and Township Rd 471 on May 5th. Photo Sue Chikie

Lorna Hamilton

areas are encouraged to follow local of other fire calls, accidents etc.), with the As a result of numerous fires currently media, local municipalities, and Alberta majority of them being caused by ambers burning and the weather conditions, the As the ever-evolving fire situation in Emergency Alerts (emergency.alberta. from previous burn pits in the fall and the entire province is under a fire ban, no Alberta continues, so does the number of ca). The Alberta Emergency Alert mobile very dry, hot and windy weather. Some open burning is allowed. Alberta Parks active fires. As of early morning on May app is available for download and imme- volunteers have racked up over 40 hours and many municipalities and communi8 the province of Alberta was battling 109 diately pushes all alerts out to subscrib- of ground time actioning fires. We are ties have ordered their own bans and active wildfires, 29 of which are classi- ers. Detailed information is available on beyond lucky to have such dedicated restrictions. For more information you fied as out of control. Of the remaining emergency.alberta.ca, which is updated professionals willing to sacrifice their time can visit Albertafirebans.ca. fires, 21 are being held and 59 are under frequently. to battle these threats.”

Hughes also noted that they haven’t control.

Several highways and roads in the Hughes also said, “Wildfires haven’t had any fires caused by human error.

Premier Danielle Smith declared a affected areas have also been closed abated across the region over the last “We will be watching the causes and if Provincial State of Emergency on May 6. due to smoke. For details on closures, few days. County Firefighters responded we see any being caused by human error The hot, dry, and windy conditions in visit 511.alberta.ca. on Friday south of Highway #619 which such as fire pits we will be implementing most areas of the province have made it The County of Vermilion Fire Depart- resulted in tones dropping to Paradise a complete fire ban, and the partial fire easier for fires to start and spread, result- ments have also been busy fighting wild- Valley Fire Department, Kitscoty Fire ban currently in place can change at any ing in numerous evacuations and prop- land fires and Vermilion River County Department, Islay and Vermilion Fire & moment. If you see smoke call 9-1-1.” erty damage. Approximately 29,000 indi- Fire Chief Kirk Hughes noted that they Rescue Society.”

Alberta’s wildfire situation is a reminder viduals have been evacuated due to the have had an unprecedented number of As for the fires burning provincially of the importance of being prepared for fires as of May 7 with thousands more on fire calls so far this fire season.

Hughes said the County fire departments emergencies and following the advice of evacuation alert.

“It’s been non-stop for the last 10-15 are on standby for in case they need help emergency responders. Stay safe, stay To stay updated on the latest informa- days or so and we have been called out and that they will send firefighters and informed, and do your part to prevent tion and advisories, residents in affected to approximately 36 wildland fires (on top equipment to those areas if requested. wildfires.

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Vermilion Lions Club To Host Annual Walk For Dog Guides

Lorna Hamilton

According to Lions Foundation of raised a substantial amount of money for looking forward to the event and hope for a Canada Dog Guides, the event has been the cause. I am very happy for all the help successful fundraiser to continue providing The Vermilion Lions Club is set to host carried out for more than 33 years, and the from Barry Clampit and the members of the life-changing Dog Guides to those in need. their annual Walk for Dog Guides event Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides has been Lions Club in organizing the walk. I am also at the CN station in the Vermilion Provin- a vital national fundraiser in support of thankful for all the supporters that come out cial Park on May 28th. Sign-in will begin Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides. each year; this dog walk is very special to at 1 p.m., and the walk will start at 2 p.m. National events take place in approximately me,” said Jimmy Cryderman, Lions Club The event is a family and dog-friendly one, 300 communities across Canada. member and organizer of the Walk for Dog welcoming participants of all ages and abiliProviding specially trained Dog Guides Guides. ties. increases the independence, mobility, and Cryderman stated that there have been The Walk for Dog Guides raises funds to safety of their handlers. The Pet Valu Walk people participating from Vermilion, Lloydprovide life-changing Dog Guides to Cana- for Dog Guides relies on the generous minster, Mannville, and Dewberry over the dians with varying medical and physical support of volunteers, donors, and part- years. If you would like to fundraise for the disabilities, including canine vision, hearing, ners to meet its goal of giving Canadians a Dog Walk, you can contact Barry Clampitt service, seizure response, Autism assis- new “leash on life.” Despite the approximate at 780-853-1188 or Jimmy Cyrderman at tance, diabetic alert, and facility support. $35,000 expense it takes to raise, train, and 780-581-8432.

One hundred percent of the funds raised place each dog, each eligible Canadian The Walk for Dog Guides is an essential will go towards the training and placement receives a dog guide at no cost to them. event that helps improve the lives of Cana- 2022 Lions Walk for Dog guides. In the of Dog Guides. Since 1985 Walk for Dog “We have been doing the walk here in dians with varying medical and physical middle is Jimmy Cryderman.

Guides have raised more than $21 Million. Vermilion for the past 12 years and have disabilities. The Vermilion Lions Club are Photo Lorna Hamilton Reporter

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Does Your Furry Friend Need Some Training?

tise and experience have allowed her to Novice Dog Obedience is for dogs necessary. Positive motivational traindonate dogs for Seeing Eyes dogs and aged 6 months to 8 years and teaches ing methods are used. Her accomplishDo you have a furry friend who could become a certified Canine Good Citizen heel on a leash, sit, down, and stand stay. ments include Top Australian shepherd in benefit from some training? Whether it’s tester for the Canadian Kennel Club.

Novice Polishing is for those who have Canada for obedience in 2017. She has jumping up on people, not coming when Conway offers a variety of courses to already completed Novice Dog Obedi- raised Golden Retrievers since 1987, with called, chewing on everything in sight, or help dogs of all ages and breeds at her ence and teaches off-leash heeling, stays, many of them excelling in confirmation housetraining, Kathy Conway of Kathy’s dog training school located North of Innis- and formal retrieving. and obedience.

Dog Obedience may have the solution free. Lessons are taught in a 40 X 40 shop For more advanced dogs, Open If you’re interested in signing up for you need. with solid rubber matting, and courses are Obedience teaches off-leash work with a one of Conway’s courses, contact her dog Conway, a professional dog trainer with offered in Spring, Summer, and Fall. retrieve on the flat, retrieve over a jump, training school today at 780-592-2360 or 40 years of experience, has competed “I have taught obedience classes to all broad jump, drop on recall, and out of by email at kathysclasses50@gmail.com. in many levels of competitive obedience, types of dogs and people including those sight stays. Utility is for dogs that have Rally 0, tracking, herding, and pet ther- who have special challenges, and I teach completed Open Obedience and teaches apy at seniors’ facilities. She has put over group or private lessons,” said Conway. hand signals, scent discrimination, seek 100 titles on dogs and continues to take For puppies aged 9 weeks to 5 months back, directed jumping, and a moving courses from top dog trainers. Her exper- old, Puppy Kindergarten is the perfect stand. course to teach basic commands such as Agility is an introductory course for sit, stand, down, walk nicely on a leash, dogs to go over obstacles, tunnels, jumps, come when called, stay, and do a play weave poles, teeter totter, and A-frame. retrieve. Socialization and fun are also This is a great activity for any dog, regardessential aspects of this course. Families less of age or breed. with children are encouraged to join this Conway’s training methods are gentle, level. fun, and positive, but also firm when Photo submitted Reporter

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Alberta Envirothon 2023

Lorna Hamilton

Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Terri- to become interested in natural resource education to high school students and tories. Participants have come from large conservation and environmental issues empowers young people with the compeThe Alberta Envirothon, an annual urban centers, remote or rural areas, and and careers. The Environmental Olym- tencies and motivation vital to achievcompetition for high school students, First Nations. Teams of five are led by a pics quickly gained popularity and evolved ing and maintaining a natural balance was held at Lakeland College Vermilion teacher advisor or volunteer and meet into the Envirothon. In 1988, the program between the quality of life and the quality Campus from May 3 – 5. The competition throughout the school year to train. The became known as the Envirothon, and of the environment. was a three-day event that began with winning team earns the opportunity to teams from Pennsylvania, Ohio, and The Alberta Envirothon is an excelwelcoming the competitors and orienta- represent Alberta in the NCF-Envirothon Massachusetts competed in the first lent opportunity for high school students tion on day one. Day two consisted of a (international competition) with teams “National Envirothon.” The program grew to develop critical thinking skills to create learning day and oral presentations, while from across Canada, the USA, and China. rapidly, and in 1992, the first Canadian inventive solutions to the complex local day three was the testing and awards The Envirothon is North America’s team (from Nova Scotia) participated in and global environmental and natuday. The competition focuses on testing largest high school environmental educa- the competition, hosted by Maryland’s ral resource issues facing our world students’ knowledge of environmental tion competition. More than 10 million Envirothon Committee. today. With the Envirothon, students science and natural resource manage- people have participated from across The Envirothon is a successful part- are empowered to educate others, take ment in Alberta, with the theme for this North America, with 50,000 students nership with conservation district asso- action in their local communities, pursue year’s competition being Adapting to from 4,000 high schools competing annu- ciations and cooperating state, provincial, higher academic study in environmental Climate Change: How Planning Can Help. ally. The program began in 1979 as the and federal natural resource agencies. disciplines, and work toward careers in The competition consists of five compo- “Environmental Olympics” in Pennsylva- The program provides hands-on environ- the environment, natural resources, and nents, namely, Aquatic Ecology, Forestry, nia to encourage high school students mental and natural resource management conservation.

Soils and Land Use, Wildlife, and Current Issues, each of which is worth an equivalent value towards the final score. Testing is worth 50 per cent of the final score, with each test carrying an equal weight.

The oral presentation component scores the teams based on a scenario provided relating to the current issue, and it is worth 50 per cent of the final score. Final team placements are determined by adding the test scores and the final oral presentation score. The top three team scores are awarded cash prizes and trophies.

The purpose of the Alberta Envirothon is to develop knowledgeable, skilled, and dedicated citizens who can solve complex environmental issues, act as stewards of the environment, and have a desire to learn more about the environment and natural resource management. The competition is open to high school students from grades 9-12 and those planning for careers in science and resource management.

Established in 1997, Alberta’s Envirothon has up to 15 teams that have competed in the past, representing schools and clubs from all over Alberta, Two of the competing teams in the 2023 Alberta Envirothon held at Lakeland College. Photo Lorna Hamilton Reporter

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White Bean Dip

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seafood. The diet has in moderation tract. Tahini is made of ground sesame prevention. chicken, eggs, and dairy. The Mediter- seeds. Sesame seeds contain signifiAs you can see, this dip is full of I f y o u l o v e ranean diet uses red meat only occa- cant amounts of important phytosterols healthy benefits. I hope you enjoy it as hummus, you may sionally and limits or eliminates refined that also help reduce blood cholesterol much as I do. just fall in love with sugar and processed food. and enhance the immune system to White Bean Dip this creamy dip as W h i te b ea n s are fu ll of h ea l t hy help prevent certain cancers. Garlic is 1 can of white kidney beans (drained well. I know I have. healthy fiber and antioxidants. Kidney anti-inflammatory, and assists the body and rinsed) White kidney beans beans are a protein fiber combo that in detoxing the body of heavy metals.

2 cloves garlic are also known as helps stabilize blood sugar. Beans are Garlic boosts immunity and has anti 1/4 cup tahini cannellini beans. White kidney beans, a low glycemic food that is high in fiber fungal and anti bacterial properties. The 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil lemon, garlic, olive oil and this recipe and eating them can aid in weight loss. citrate found in lemon helps prevent and 1/4 cup water are a part of a healthy Mediterranean A diet with adequate fiber lowers blood dissolve kidney stones. Lemon is an Juice of one lemon diet. The Mediterranean diet is one of cholesterol levels and reduces the risk excellent source of vitamin C. When you 1 teaspoon sea salt the healthiest in the world, reducing of both heart disease and colon cancer. are done making this dip, you can use Combine all ingredient in a blender, heart disease, and increasing overall The fiber in beans can provide you with the lemon rinds to make a healthy lemon and blend into a smooth and creamy health. It includes lots of fresh vegeta- digestive health by providing the nutri- tea, with just hot water and lemon. The texture. Serve as a dip with your favorbles, fruits, nuts, seeds, beans, extra ents needed for the development of compounds in the lemon peel are full of ite vegetables, crackers, pita bread or virgin olive oil, herbs, spices, fish, and the good bacteria in the lower digestive bioactive compounds that aid in cancer chips. Delish.

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The 1935 Election In Vermilion

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In the 1930 election, Reid had won support, winning only 16 per cent of with 75 per cent of the votes. He typi- the vote, nearly 60 per cent less than We are amid our cally won by a landslide going back to what he had in the previous election. He l a t e s t e l e c t i o n i n 1921 when he was first elected. He also finished third in the riding.

Alberta, so through- usually faced only one or two oppoThe riding was won by William A. o u t t h e e l e c t i o n nents.

Fallow, who had 44.81 per cent of the campaign I will be In this election, he had many more. vote. Fallow would represent the riding sharing stories from the past in the area He ran against a Communist Par ty until 1948 when he died of a stroke. regarding elections. opponent, a Conservative, a Liberal and Upon his loss, Reid stated he would This time, we are looking at 1935, a Social Credit Party candidate. step out of office as quickly as possiwhen the United Farmers of Alberta, Throughout the election, Social Credit ble to meet the will of the people. He who had ruled Alberta since 1921, were promised a $25 scrip to help people pay also conceded defeat for the party, as completely wiped out in the election. for the things they needed during The William Aberhart prepared to become They lost every seat in the province, and Great Depression. While the logistics of the new premier of the province. were gone from history. this were not ironed out, and after the Contact Craig at craig@canadaehx.

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Prairie Wool

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ogies? ” I asked finally, an edge of Now this is an all-time favorite. “You man waiting for his duck legs to be irritation in my voice. Turns out she have a fat pig.” Oh my, the times I’ve bagged.

M y D e e p e s t expected me, quite rightly, I suppose, used this line in an effort to win friends “Psst, hey bud,” I’d hiss from the Apologies to mess up royally each time I set foot and influence people. NEVER. On corner of my mouth, with a fur tive Before our family on foreign soil. Presumably, her feel- holidays abroad, the average person glance down aisles to either side. h e a d e d o u t o n a ings of shame, as I make a fool of rarely spends time touring hog barns, “ Later on – I’m gonna eat a whole Euro pean ad ven - myself locally, were nothing compared while the idea I might be placed in a chicken.” Now, if the course concluded t u r e t h i s p a s t to the concerns she had of global position to assess anyone’s weighty this lesson by teaching, “How much is summer, my young embarrassment. This apparent lack of swine seems remote at best. In the bail?” or “These handcuffs are chaffdaughter worked hard to learn a few faith eventually got me worried, and I interest of world peace, it’s probably ing,” I’d pay closer attention. civil words in the language of each threw myself even harder into online ill-advised to strut around announcing Naturally, the prescribed French countr y we visited. She took great French classes. to Frenchmen their pigs are fat – even phrases weren’t all that ridiculous; pains to drill me on them too. When I However, I must take umbrage with if it’s true. those were just a few favorites, and least expected it, she would pop up to a few of their more unhelpful phrases.

Here’s another good one…“ I am despite my daughter’s fears, I managed pose a pertinent question.

The likelihood of a situation arising going to eat an entire chicken.” When to muddle through our journey without “ Mom, do you remember how to in which I would feel compelled to d o e s t he aver ag e p er s o n fe el t he an ugly international incident. We saw say you’re sorr y in Spanish?” she’d reveal, “My mouse does not have a need to say this, I ask you? Indeed, some wonderful sights and met some ask over the broccoli salad. Or, as I brother,” seems wildly implausible. In no rest aur ant s, to my k nowle d g e, lovely people. Of course…there was was flying out the door to work, “How fact, it was unlikely I would engage a serve whole roasted chickens to their that nasty episode involving a little old do you admit guilt in German?” There French citizen in conversation at all, patrons. I can only assume, therefore, lady, several ripe melons, and a dog was no escape even while showering, let alone broach the sensitive subject this line is meant to be inserted into – I still feel bad about that. Désolé as she queried through a crack at the of domesticated mice (particularly my polite conversation. Perhaps while madame! door, “Can you properly ask forgive- own). And any discussion of their kin, strolling through a market, I might To contact Helen, or to find out more ness in French?” or lack thereof, seems ludicrous in the pause near the fresh poultry counter about her books in both romance and “Sheesh. What’s with all the apol- extreme. and lean confidingly toward an older fantasy, go to helentoews.com Columnist

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from Mannville to participate in Vermilion and a child we didn’t know had acces- one declaring May 21-27 National Public as well. sibility issues could not participate in a Works Week.

Two delegations were held at VermilA staff recommendation with funds to STEM program. This project is adding to With an addition to the agenda, counion Town Council on May 2, including come from a community initiative fund will programming that is such a heart and key cil members discussed the potential for presenters from Community Futures and be made at the next council meeting. of this community,” said Gallamore. revisiting chicken bylaws. Deputy Mayor the Vermilion Public Library.

The Vermilion Public Library delegaThey have a few other grant oppor- Rayment said, “It’s been brought to my Kirsten DeSchover discussed Commu- tion was delivered by manager Stuart tunities but said this one would cover attention that we are not allowed to own nity Futures Lloydminster and Region via Pauls, board chair Justin Thompson, and the majority of what they are looking to chickens because they are considered Zoom, and councillor Paul Conlon joined board member Brad Gallamore. acquire. livestock, but you are allowed to have up online as well.

Gallamore said, “You (the town) are “This project was in existence when I to 75 pigeons. There seem to be similar “Last year we put on Lemonade Day our number one benefactor. We came was first hired 12 years ago. It was always bylaws in other communities such as Red in Kitscoty and Vermilion and this year to discuss the potential accessibility important but got delayed by other priori- Deer and Lacombe in regards to limiting have expanded into Lloydminster as well. lift (elevator) and announce that we are ties. There are two possible locations noise and mess.”

It introduces youth to entrepreneurship; applying for a grant.” either the back door which would be more Councillor Pulyk noted the existing and encourages them to save some, “Distinctly fewer people have been expensive or the front door option which bylaws may be intertwined with the IDP spend some, and share some. The youth inside the library basement; less than would be where my current office is. The and have some time before they are donated over $12,000 helping charities 10 per cent when compared to the main front is the location the board wishes to scheduled to come up again. He said, “In in northern Alberta last year. Local busi- floor. We try to get feedback from renters put it,” said Pauls. “The lift project would the event we were to become a communesses participate pairing with them and and accessibility is a recurring concern. cost $132,000, and the board added a 15 nity that supports all types of animals, we leasing them space. The whole goal is to With much of the programming being in per cent contingency making it $152,000. would have to keep in mind that whether show the children all the steps of running the basement, it can serve quite a chal- If supported by the Town at $76,000 (from for hatching or broiling they are sensitive a business,” said DeSchover. lenge for those who are elderly or have two existing reserves), we will apply for a to avian flu and if by chance there was an She asked council for $750 to cover the mobility issues, or eliminate those users matching CFIPP grant.” outbreak, the Canadian Food Inspection cost of prizes in Vermilion, provide busi- all together,” said Thompson. “The first Councillor Robert Snow said, “I want to Agency (CFIA) would have the authority ness licenses to the participants, as well initiative was to expand the entrance applaud the library for taking a leadership to quarantine which would have a huge as interact with them June 6, and judge for the wider mobility scooters we see role, thinking of accessibility and promot- impact to our community. I think even the them on Lemonade Day, June 7. these days, and the second initiative is ing it within our community.”

City of Edmonton tried it, but whether or Mayor Greg Throndson said, “That is this mobility lift which will allow access Councillor Robert Pulyk said, “A lot of not it was successful remains to be seen. some great information. This is an excel- to the basement. We researched and work has already been done upstairs and There is a risk.” lent activity; last year the kids put excellent were surprised at how little it would cost. downstairs and the town’s residents have Some noted that pigeons also carry effort in. I think we would be happy to see We are quite motivated to see this proj- contributed. The cherry on top will be to disease and that the community was this continue on in our community.” Deputy ect through as it has been a concern for have that elevator.” trying to remove them as pests a few Mayor Joshua Rayment said, “The chil- decades at this point.”

A motion to create a letter of support years ago, and some wanted to limit the dren have a lot of excitement and passion.”

“Most of our library programs are in was carried. number feeling it would limit the risk.

DeSchover noted that there are the basement. This year we had a master Mayor Throndson read two proclama- Administration will be bringing back the currently 29 applicants in the whole gardener, 90 years of age who wasn’t tions; one declaring May 8-12 Interna- current bylaws to inform council before region, and a couple will be travelling able to participate in our Seed Swap, tional Economic Development Week, and any further decisions are made.

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RECYCLING - We accept clean corrugated cardboard that must be flattened before being placed in the bin. We accept clean boxboard, tin cans, plastics labelled as #1, #2. #4, and #5, as well as newspapers, magazines, books and paper. Plastics labelled #3, #6, and #7 are not accepted.

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MOTHER’S DAY

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Let us honour and appreciate the Being a mother is not an easy job, in cre d ible women who have d e d i and the challenges that come with it cated their lives to motherhood. Let can be overwhelming. However, moth- us recognize the sacrifices they have er s c ontinue to per severe, always made, the love they have given, and putting their children’s needs before the impact they have had on our lives. their own. Your contributions do not go Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms unnoticed, to remind outDothere, are something truly amazing!

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NATIONAL NURSES WEEK

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The 5 ethical principles of nursing in Canada In Canada, National Nursing Week takes place from May 8 to 14. The weeklong celebration draws attention to the courage and commitment nurses display daily on the front lines of the Canadian healthcare system. Nurses are guided by core principles outlined in the Code of Ethics for Licensed Practical Nurses in Canada. Here’s a look at what they entail.

1. Responsibility to the public. Licensed practical nurses, as self-regulating professionals,

zing and functioning within their personal and professional competence and value systems.

This year, the theme of National Nursing Week is Our Nurses. Our Future. The theme speaks to the many roles played by nurses in a patient’s healthcare journey. Take the time to write a rence in your life or the life of someone you love.

compassionate and ethical care to members of the public.

2. Responsibility to clients. Nurses must provide safe and competent care for their patients.

3. Responsibility to the profession. Licensed practical nurses must commit to their profession and foster the respect and trust of their healthcare colleagues and communities.

4. Responsibility to colleagues. Nurses must develop and maintain positive, collaborative relationships with nursing colleagues and other health professionals.

5. Responsibility to oneself. Licensed practical nurses must take care of themselves, recogni-

Lorna Hamilton

Happy National Nurses Week

approaches in Canada, it is essential to Nurses are the backbone of our healthNurses have always been essenacknowledge the incredible contribu- care system, providing compassion- tial to the health and well-being of A s N a t i o n a l N u r s e s W e e k tions that nurses make to our society. ate care to patients in all settings, from our communities. They provide vital hospitals to long-term care facilities to support to patients and their families, community clinics. offering comfort and care during some The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted of the most challenging times. the tireless efforts of nurses in Canada National Nurses Week is an opporand around the world. Nurses worked tunity to recognize and celebrate the long hours, often under challenging incredible contributions of nurses to conditions, to care for patients affected our healthcare system and society as a by the devastating disease. They were whole. It is a time to thank them for their on the front lines, risking their own dedication and commitment to providing health to care for others, and now that high-quality care to patients. it is over we still need to recognize their Nurses deserve our respect, admiraimportance. tion, and gratitude for the selfless work they do every day. They are true heroes, and we owe them a debt of gratitude for NATIONAL their unwavering commitment to the health and well-being of our community.

S o, l et u s t ake t hi s o p p or tunit y to celebrate nurses during National Nurses Week and every day. Let us thank them for their hard work, dedication, and the incredible impact they have on our lives. We are grateful for all that they do, as they continue to provide compassionate care to our communities.

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barrel racing you can buy an expensive lenges of travelling to compete at differ- his first year of junior high and has been horse and win, but for breakaway you ent arenas. For example, they said for competing about 6 years. He said his The Alberta High School Rodeo Asso- have to know how to do it properly. Not some of the events such as team roping, favourite event is team roping, but he ciation hosted a Junior High Rodeo May stressing helps you to have a good run.” the arenas aren’t always wide enough. entered in breakaway and goat tying as 5, and a High School Rodeo May 6-7 A large group of par ticipants all Cruz Lillico from Stettler is in his well. for District 2 in Vermilion. This was the agreed that one of the great joys of rodeo second year of junior high competitions “We have a ranch and farm and I’ve first of three spring events and the youth is getting to spend a lot of time with their but has been in rodeo for seven years. always liked roping. Rodeo is fun; my were eager to be out riding in the warm horses. The competition is very friendly, He normally team ropes, but opted to friends are here. It’s a lifestyle,” said weather. and they were thrilled to spend time with compete in breakaway roping this time. Jones.

Hadley Schiffner, 12-year-old competi- one another as the rodeos are the only “My dad has been to the CFR. I enjoy The Alberta Junior High Finals will tor from Strathmore is in her second year times in the year they get to see each the competition and have just always take place in Rimbey May 26 – 28, and of junior high rodeo and said, “Break- another. had a rope in my hand,” said Lillico. the Alberta High School Finals will take away roping is my favourite because in Some of them pointed out the chalMemphis Jones from Byemoor is on place June 1 – 4 in Stettler.

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A group of contestants junior high rodeo contestants in Vermilion on May 5.

From left, Memphis Jones from Byemoor, and Cruz Lillico from Stettler. Photos Angela Mouly.

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Walking Through Grief Society - 2022 In Review

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made in the area, entitled “Navigating the sary, for appropriate supports. continue to offer support services in the Holidays and the Years of Firsts”. UnforThe Society is grateful for the part- years to come.

At the AGM, held March 27, 2023, it tunately, these were not well attended. nerships developed with agencies in the To assist the Society with developwas reported that the Society had met its A presentation was also made at Lake- communities, enjoying the relationships ment of future programs and services, we mission, which states: land College, Lloydminster Campus, for that have come about over the years. would ask the local communities to let us “We exist to ensure that no one needs students, found to be very appropriate.

With partnerships, dedicated volun- know what the Society can do for them, to walk alone through their grief journey”.

The Societ y, in par tnership with teers and the on-going F.C.S.S. funding in the way of providing related services This Mission has existed, and stood F.C.S.S. and Alberta Health, hosted a support, we anticipate that the Walking to their community in the coming year or firm, for 33 years and will continue into presentation on “What’s for Dinner, Eating Through Grief Society will be able to year. the future, having been supported for for Healthy Aging” presented by Caromost of that time by funding from valued line McAuley, with about thirty people in community F.C.S.S. sources in the areas attendance. of The City of Lloydminster, the Towns of The Society’s volunteers carried Vermilion and Wainwright, the Villages of out some fundraising activities, includ3” wide version Marwayne and Kitscoty, and the County ing helping out at the Vermilion Lions 3” wide version of Vermilion River. banquet, and a golf tournament in LloydThe Society has been able to offer adult minster. Resources and information were support groups in Lloydminster, Vermilion made available at the Vermilion Fair and and Wainwright as well as providing one- at the VIBE Art Gala ion Vermilion. Volunthe available out of your advertising dollars on-one sessions in those locations and in teers and resources were also Kitscoty. $19/tree Install Fee at the Annual Walk of Remembrance in Advertise Gayle Barnes theDrilled coordinator for the Lloydminster and the Annual Wellness (includes •isHole • Bark Mulch Province-wide with a combined circulation programs for• children and• youth, Enzyme Injection Staking) known Clinic in Vermilion. of over 750,000 for only... plus GST/HST as Hope 25 after Audra’s Seven new volunteer facilitators treeLossminimum order Legacy, developed in partnership with VIBE, were trained and will be quickly offered Delivery fee $125-$175/order Value Ad Network and has been offered since 2016. With the opportunity to become involved in Alberta Weekly Newspapers Association Quality guaranteed the help of trained volunteer facilitators, the Society’s programming. Referrals toll free 1-800-282-6903 x225 support is given to children aged 6 to 11 continue to come to the Society from email classifieds@awna.com years and 12 to 16 years, in two 10-week community agencies and individual or visit your community newspaper sessions held during the school year. The professional practices, and the Society response to this program has been very also takes advantage of the opportuniencouraging and positive. ties to refer its’ sojourners lor contacts to Back row, Jackie Crichton, Kevin Nelson, Daryl Frank, Patricia Calyniuk, Alana PinkoskiDuring the year 3.75” presentations were those practices or agencies, as neces- 3.75” wide version wide version Benoit, Candice Anderson, Victoria Lauzon, and John Scott. Front row, Wendy Phipps, Submitted

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sale! and tricks on how to properly groom Looking ahead, we are wrap On April 5th, we held our regular and show our projects. We really ping up our 4-H year with our Mock S h o w d ay i s r i g h t a r o u n d t h e monthly club meeting in Innisfree enjoyed the afternoon and learned Achievement Day on May 10 and our corner! Make sure to save the date where we worked on plans for our so much! On April 22, we toured the Community Service evening on May f o r We d n e s d a y, M a y 31, a t t h e busiest month - May! April 12 was our Mixburn Colony Dairy Barn. It was a 17, both in Minburn. Members have M i n b u r n A g G r o u n d s w h e r e o u r annual Showmanship and Grooming great afternoon seeing how the milk- been working hard on getting their club members will have their project Clinic, where special guests Lexi and ing machines worked and how the projects ready for our sale, and we animals available for the show and Kailey Wirsta showed us some tips cows rotated through. can’t wait to see you there!

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Time To Keep Federal Advertising Dollars In Canada

Paul Deegan, CEO of News Media ing technology products.” revenue. Canadian news publish- tives, including job creation, and Canada Social media companies operat- er s em p l oy real jour nali st s, who deliver bet ter outcomes. Indeed, Submitted ing in Canada do not employ jour- adhere to strict editorial standards, the federal government’s Policy on The Canadian government has nalists and they are shielded from and publishers can be held liable Social Procurement facilitates and suppor ted journalism for genera- liability by Section 230 of Title 47 of for their content. Yet, federal adver- s u p p o r t s t h e i n c l u s i o n of s o c i o tions. Since the founding of Canada’s the United States Code. They enjoy tising dollars that once helped fund economic measures in procurement first newspaper, the Halifax Gazette, all the benefits of being a publisher our newsrooms have shifted largely to support the goal of achieving best which dates to 1752, government without any of the obligations. to Big Tech companies that benefit value for the Crown and, in turn, for advertising has been an important Digital search and social giants from our content.

Canadians. source of revenue for newspapers. have contributed greatly to connectThe federal government has Isn’t it time for the federal governEven prior to Confederation, direct ing people, businesses, and commu- r e c o g n ize d t h at t h e b u s i n e s s of ment to align its advertising spendsuppor ts, like the former Publica- nities. Yet, there have been unin- journalism is in trouble. It has taken ing wit h it s pu b li c p o li cy g oal of tions Assistance Program, which tended consequences. While they steps to fill news deserts and areas supporting accountable and trusted subsidized the postal deliver y of provide the essential plumbing of our of news poverty through the Local sources of information? Isn’t it time non-daily newspapers, ensured that digital age, they have not figured out J our nalism Initiative. It has also to support the home team and keep Canad ians have ac c es s to hig h - a way to separate the clean drink- i nt r o d u c e d B i l l C -18 , t h e O n l i n e adver tising dollars, which suppor t quality Canadian news. ing water (e.g., fact-based news and News Act, which will allow publish- fact-based, fact-checked civic jourTwe nt y ye ar s ag o, t h e fe d er a l information) from the sewage (e.g., ers to come together to negotiate n a l i s m , i n C a n a d a? T h e c o n s e government spent $110 million on fake news). fair content licensing agreements quences of inaction are more misinadvertising, which was managed by Trusted news sources provide an with web giants and level the digital formation and disinformation, a less 30 advertising agencies. Print news- important filter that helps Canadians playing field. infor me d an d eng ag e d c itizenr y, papers and magazines accounted for make informed choices. Real jourOne of the most power ful tools less robust public discourse, and a about one-third of federal advertising nalism, which is based on editorial in any g over nm e nt ’s p o li cy to o l - loss of community. spending, while internet advertising judgment and rigorous fact-check- k it is pro c urement . Pro c urement Pau l D e e g a n i s p r e s i d e nt a n d accounted for less than 1 per cent ing, costs real money, which comes c a n h e l p g o ve r n m e n t s a d v a n c e c h i e f exe c u t i ve o f f i c e r o f N e w s of the spend. Last year, the Govern- from advertising and/or subscription s o c i o e c o n o m i c p o l i c y o b j e c - Media Canada. ment of Canada spent a total of $140 million on advertising, involving one Agency of Record for media planning and placement. While the one Agency of Record model is efficient, we are concerned with where scarce ad dollars are being spent.

Last year, just $6 million or five per cent of federal adver tising dollars went toward print publications. That is a far cry from the roughly one-third of twenty years ago. For comparison, government spending on Facebook/ Instagram ads alone accounted for almost double what is spent on all print advertising combined. And the spending on Twitter, Snapchat, and TikTok combined was greater than all print expenditures.

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Vermilion Elementary School News - April 27 Week

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the European cultures and Indigenous Mr. Harvey and Grade 5 was coached by staff will be participating in a school cultures blended together to create Mr. Beecroft. We thank these two gentle- program celebrating Metis contributions A special thank you goes out to RAM the Metis Culture. This was followed men for the extra time they spent teach- to Canada. The program makes curricuRiver Environmental Consultants and by students participating in making a ing these students new skills. lar connections to the Metis story, way of Sharon Jaremco for being part of provid- beaded dragonfly keychain. These are Spring Concert is coming up soon. life and their role in shaping present day ing a delicious healthy breakfast for our the days where memories are made. Students have been practicing and Canada outside of a traditional classstudents and staff on April 6. It was loved Special thanks to her son, Arden, for anticipating you in their audience. Please room setting. There will be four stations and appreciated by our school. joining his mom to help make this such a think about joining us in the VES gym on that each student will take part in during VES was very fortunate to have Fran- successful day.

May 12 at 12:00. Also, consider bringing the day – buffalo camp, Metis history cis Whitford, a Metis artisan, share her The Grade 4 and 5 students were very a donation for the Food Bank as admis- walk, Metis art, and traditional games. knowledge of Metis culture with the fortunate to have an opportunity to play sion. We hope to see you there.

On June 8, Grade 3/4, 4B, 5B, 5/6 and students and staff of VES on April 18. badminton for several weeks during their VES is going on field trips to the Metis 6B classes will attend and on June 9, One of the important learnings was how noon recesses. Grade 4 was coached by Crossing. All of our VES students and Grade 1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, and 3A will go.

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saving money and starting to invest. It and commitment to our students and amazing people working with them. really solidified what they’ve been staff. Your leadership is truly appreci- Thank you.

In our Accelerated Reading (AR) l e ar n i n g a b o u t F i n a n c i a l L i te r a c y ated and valued.

D a t e s t o R e m e m b e r : M ay 10 – p r o g r a m, s t u d e n t s e ar n e d a to t a l lately. They loved the Kahoot game at Hats On! For Mental Health Day was M ent al Health Ar t Gala at Ver mil of 912 points in April, bringing their the end. One of the students finished on May 3. Many students and staf f ion Regional Centre from 5:00-9:00; grand total to 12887.7 points. 1060 in 8th place out of 2000 players...sadly, wore a hat to help bring more aware- May 12 – Spring Concert from 12:00b o o k s a n d 3 ,70 4, 5 8 8 wo r d s we r e no free donut party for the class. ness to mental health and to break 1:00 in the VES Gym; May 18 -22 – read last month. From Division 1, we May 1 was Bus Driver Apprecia- the stigma attached to it. Thank you No School; May 23 – School Counwould like to congratulate Cleopa- tion Day. Thank you to the bus drivers VES students and staff. It is crucial to cil Meeting at 6:30; May 31 – Winter tra Newberr y (2B) who earned 17.7 who bring our students safely to and remember that mental health is just Dress Up Day; June 2 – Track and points, and from Division 2, Ashton from school, ensuring their first BTPS as important as physical health.

Field Day; June 8 – Grade 3/4-Grade Pot tle (6B), who accumulated 19.6 contact each and every day is a posiMay 5 was Education Support Staff 6 Field Trip; June 9 – Grade 1-3 Field points during the month of April. tive one. We are fortunate to have so Appreciation Day. It is a day to recog- Trip; June 19 – AR Family CelebraT h e 5 / 6 c l a s s a t t e n d e d a many dedicated drivers. May 1 was nize the hard work and dedication of tion Day; June 22 – KB Grad Cerevirtual SmartMoney Mastery session also Principals’ Day. Happy Princi- our support staff who work tirelessly mony; June 23 – KA Grad Ceremony; from Enriched Academy. It was an pals’ Day to Mrs. Doher ty and Mrs. to su p p or t our VES stu d ents. O ur June 26 – Grade 6 Farewell; June 27 entertaining session that focused on Joa. Thank you for your dedication students are fortunate to have these – Students’ Last Day. Submitted

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Dear Editor: Pension Plan. These policies are very ment will deal with them after the elec- benefit the UCP. D u r i n g t h e U C P ’s fo u r ye ar s i n concerning to a large number of Alber- tion. These statements were made on You should vote as you please on power they have made it abundantly tans.

Global TV’s morning show of May 5th May 29th but you should be aware that clear that they are in favor of replacing Premier Danielle Smith recently and have been reported in both the a vote for the UCP is a vote to replace the RCMP with some sort of provincial announced that she will not discuss Edmonton Sun and Edmonton Journal. the RCMP and to withdraw from the police force and are also in favor of t h e s e i s s u e s d u r i n g t h e e l e c t i o n Clearly Smith is afraid that an open Canada Pension Plan. withdrawing Alberta from the Canada c ampaign but instead the g overn - discussion of these issues would not Thank you. Wayne Arnold

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