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Cornerstone Co-op Fuel Good Day Raises Funds For Senior Centre Curling Floor

From left Manager Rommel Mandocdoc, KidSport representative Derek Young, and Owner Greg Whitney. Photo Jerianne Bardoel

Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Vermilion Tim Hortons owner Greg Whitney along with manager Rommel M a n d o c d o c p r e s e nte d K i d S p o r tVermilion representative Derek Young

a donation on March 5. The donation was proceeds from the ‘Smile Cookie’ campaign that was held from September 14-20, 2020. The presentation was delayed due to COVID and Whitney said, “I was thankful for all the support

from Vermilion and surrounding areas; this isn’t possible without them.” He also thanked his staff for all the hard work they put into the campaign.

KidSport Vermilion has been operating for more than 15 years and provides

grant funding up to $300 for children under the age of 18 to cover registration and/or equipment costs. Eligibility is based on the total income and number of persons per household,” commented Young.

Cornerstone Co-op Gas Bar Manager Arleigh Reid, Vermilion Senior Centre Treasurer Ken Bossert, Vermilion Mayor Greg Throndson, and Senior Centre President Sterling MacCallum pump gas at Vermilion Cornerstone Co-op’s Fuel Good Day. Photo Caylie Gnyra

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air fresheners were offered in exchange for a two dollar donation.

Volunteers from the Vermilion Senior The refurbishment of the curling floor Centre enthusiastically fueled tanks is a $26,000 project that is important to and washed windows for patrons at the the organization because it helps keep Cornerstone Co-op Gas Bar on, Septem- seniors active physically, socially, and ber 19 for Co-op’s annual Fuel Good Day. mentally. Senior Centre President Sterling Each year since 2017, Co-ops across MacCallum explains that the group made Western Canada have held Fuel Good the commitment to the project at their last Day, where a portion of fuel sales are meeting and are in the process of workdonated to local charities and non-profits. ing with Toma Fine Floors of Vermilion The Vermilion Senior Centre was selected to determine timing of the installation. as the beneficiary for Cornerstone Co-op The Vermilion Rotary Club had already Gas Bar this year. committed $5,000 from their most recent Five cents from each litre of gas and garage sale, and Toma was selected to diesel fuel sold at the Vermilion Corner- reflect the Rotary Club’s desire to keep stone Co-op Gas Bar on September the funds circulating within the community.

19 was donated to the Vermilion Senior The amount raised by Fuel Good Day is Centre, supporting the refurbishment of still forthcoming. their curling floor. Co-op also baked and Vermilion Mayor and Fuel Good individually wrapped chocolate chip cook- Day volunteer Greg Throndson praised ies for the event. The gas bar sold the Co-op’s generosity, saying, “Co-op is cookies at the till, while volunteers from second to none. They step up and donate the Senior Centre hosted a table at the to our community in ways we don’t always Cornerstone Co-op grocery store, selling notice.” Dianne Dunn, Executive Assistant individual cookies for a dollar and direct- at the Senior Centre, says, “The Senior ing a quarter from each to the fundraiser. Centre extends its gratitude to everyone Additionally, one dollar from every coffee who came out to support the organizaand Big Cool slush sold at the gas bar tion, and to the Co-op for such a great Vermilion Mayor Greg Throndson washes patrons’ windows in support of Co-op’s annual was donated to the Senior Centre, while promotion.”

Fuel Good Day fundraiser on September 19. Photo Caylie Gnyra Reporter

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The Vermilion Voice | September 26, 2023

VES Students Participate In Terry Fox Run

themselves and the community. One pair of students wrote, “You ran for us.

O n S e p t e m b e r 1 5 , V e r m i l i o n Now we run with you! You are a superElementary School students partici- hero!” Another pair wrote, “You taught pated in the annual Terry Fox Run. us to never stop trying.”

B efore p ar t i c i p at i n g i n t h e r u n, T h e Ter r y Fox Ru n a n d re l ate d stud ents lear ned about Terr y and activities emphasize that every indithe ver y first Marathon of Hope 43 vidual can have a positive impact. years ago. This year’s Terry Fox Run Terry Fox’s inspiring story of detertheme was “Dear Terry” in recognition mination and his Marathon of Hope of all the letters he received after he d e m o n s t r a t e t h a t o n e p e r s o n ’ s was unable to run any further. These dedication can lead to meaningful letters were of love, hope, determina- change. These experiences empower tion, memories, and gratefulness. The students, showing them that they too Terr y Fox Foundation still receives can make a difference in their commusu c h let ter s. To fo ll ow u p o n t hi s nities and beyond, fostering a sense learning, the students wrote notes to of responsibility and active citizenship Terry about the impact of this run on among them.

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Vermilion Elementary School students participate in the Terry Fox Run. Photos submitted

House to Give Away The Orphan Well Association (OWA) recently purchased the home at 5224 63rd Street in the Brennan subdivision. The home is slated to be moved from the site for expansion of the existing greenspace (park and playground area). The OWA is seeking responses from Interested parties that will agree to move the house from its current location no later than December 31, 2023. The successful party will assume ownership of the house for $1 (one dollar) and all expenses, obligations and risks pertaining to the move of the house.

Note: The garage is not included in the sale as it is to be given to the Town of Vermilion for use by the Fire Department.

Please contact Dave Marks, Manager Land and Stakeholder Relations at dave.marks@orphanwell.ca or 403 852 5790 no later than October 6th, 2023.

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Lakeland Tipi Raised Ahead Of Autumn Equinox

explained the meanings of each of the tipi poles—obedience, respect, humilOver 50 Lakeland College staff and ity, happiness, love, faith, kinship, students gathered on the grass just cleanliness, thankfulness, sharing, north of Alumni House on the Vermil- strength, good child rearing, hope, ion campus the morning of September and ultimate protection—and how they 20 to witness and participate in the tipi each provide guidance in parenting. raising led by Lakeland’s Indigenous Following the raising of the tipi, Young Student Support Manager and Cree invited the group inside to smudge— knowledge keeper Tinisha Young. that is, praying with smoke—using four This raising was sig nifi c ant for sacred plant medicines. Tobacco, she Young: as a student in Lakeland’s busi- explained, is for communication, “Like ness program, she was on the college’s our telephone line straight up to Creator, first Indigenous Students” Council back sending up our prayers.” Sweetgrass, in 2016. Seven years later, the work she continued, carries Mother Earth’s and the dedication of the Indigenous sweet aroma: braided like Mother Students’ Council has resulted in a Earth’s hair, every strand holds its own remarkable feat: having all five of Lake- meaning. Sage—a woman’s medicine, land College’s senior leadership team found plentifully in this area—cleanses present in the same place at the same negative energy, while Cedar purifies. time. President and CEO Dr. Alice The date of the raising was chosen Wainwright-Stewart, Vice President so that the tipi could be up to welcome A crowd gathered as the tipi was raised. Photo Caylie Gnyra of Academic and Research Dr. Todd the winter mo nths in a g o o d way Sumner, Chief Financial Officer James through the autumn equinox— the VERMILION HERITAGE MUSEUM Smith, Vice President of People and point at which the hours of daylight Cultural Services Kent Hummelle, and and darkness in a 24-hour period are Vice President of External Relations exactly equal. This year, the equinox and Infrastructure Georgina Altman all occurs on Saturday, September 23 at The Vermilion Ladies Golf League attended the event, with some even exactly 12:50 a.m. At the autumn equiwould like to give a big Thank You to helping place the tipi poles. nox, the sun appears directly above the the Sponsors that gave so generously The presen c e of all five senior Earth’s equator, crossing from north to for our Lady Scramble Sept 15. administrators reflected the college south. In fact, the term ‘equinox’ comes Saturday, October 14, 2023 Uniquely U community’s eagerness to learn about from the Latin aequus (equal) and nox and honour Indigenous traditions and (night).

Harbrook & Paisley values. Leading a tipi raising on her Following the tipi raising, attendees 11:00 A.M - 2 PM Vermilion Packers own for the first time post-graduation enjoyed soup and bannock catered Mannville Riverview Golf Course in front of a group of people, Young by Denise Waskewitch of Onion Lake invited spectators to become active Cree Nation.

Cornerstone Co-op Vermilion Seniors Center participants. When Cornerstone Co-op Liquor Store Young asked for a Lakeland College volunteer to help tie A lunch will be served Town of Vermilion a knot around the Contact starting top of the first four Lorraine Polischuk at poles, WainwrightContact Cam- Vermilion Golf Club Steward called out, Jean Murie at 780-581-0634 Rick Nelson “What kind of knots Call hear d o yo u wa nt ? ” to right canada which Young replied w i t h l a u g h t e r , to book your “Strong ones!” appointment Young explained for a FREE that tipis are a wo m a n’s sy m b o l: hearing Please be advised that the Village of Myrnam is proposing to increase the local franchise fee, which t h e y r e p r e s e n t assessment is charged to ATCO Electric for the use of municipal lands for its power lines effective January 1st, the safe space of 2024. The fee is recovered by ATCO Electric from its customers that receive electric services in the Mother Earth’s skirt, Village of Myrnam. which is why ribbon skir ts are worn to The franchise fee will be increased from 6.0% to 8.0% on the delivery charge of ATCO Electric, sweat lodges, cere- Quality Hearing Care for Less excluding energy-related riders. The average residential increase has been estimated at $2.47 per monies, and other Try our online FREE hearing test month based on the average consumption of 625 kWh per 30 days. hearrightcanada.ca significant events.

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Sour Cream Cucumber Salad

Dawn Hames

flavor to this creamy dressing. You can which is a natural anti-histamine. Cucum- and there are no industrial cooking oils, also use fresh field or garden cucumbers, bers contain nutrients that nourish the just real food, in its natural form.

Sour Cream Cucumber Salad We are well into and adjust the amount of thinly sliced pancreas and plant sterols that may help fall, the leaves are onion to suit your taste. Being a cool as regulate cholesterol. Other nutrients such 1/2 cups sour cream changing into fiery a cucumber is an expression that science as silica promote healthy connective 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill c o l o r s , a n d t h e has given new meaning to. It turns out tissue and hair growth. When cucumber 1/2 teaspoon sea salt garden is wrapping that cucumbers contain substances that juice is mixed with carrot juice it can be 1/4 teaspoon pepper up. This year I planted actually help our bodies to cool off inter- beneficial in reducing uric acid and the 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon honey spaghetti squash, and it was as prolific nal inflammation and may even help pain from gout and arthritis.

This salad is very low in calories, but 1 tablespoon olive oil as zucchini. I have been busy using up prevent cancer. Cucumbers also contain 4 cups quartered and cubed peeled the cucumbers from my garden with the flavonal, fisetin, which is currently high in healthy ingredients. Be sure to cucumber relish and pickles, and this Sour Cream showing promise in protecting the brain wash your store-bought cucumbers well before slicing to remove pesticides and 1/4 onion thinly sliced and chopped Cucumber salad. The addition of a little from age-related decline.

Mix together the sour cream, dill, salt, honey to your sour cream, or to any dairy If you are prone to allergies in the herbicides. Try to avoid purchasing the increases the bio-availability of the bene- spring or fall, this might be the perfect cucumbers with a waxy coating, as this pepper, lemon, olive oil, and honey. Stir ficial calcium in the yogurt. The lemon salad for you, as both cucumbers and coating should be peeled away. One thing in the cucumber and onion. This salad is and the dill and seasoning add farm fresh onions contain the nutrient quercetin, I love about this salad is the fresh taste, best served fresh.

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The Triplets Of Vermilion

Craig Baird Columnist

In March 1945, Ve r m i l i o n m a d e provincial news when triplets were born in the community.

The triplets were born to Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Teasdale at the Vermilion Municipal Hospital on March 9, 1945 and were said to be progressing normally and their mother was doing well.

The triplets were born weighing three pounds eight ounces, four pounds one ounce, and four pounds three ounces.

These were not only the first children for the couple, who lived on a farm southeast of Vermilion, but also the first triplets born in Vermilion’s hospital. I couldn’t find if they were the first triplets born in the community but it is quite possible.

In April 1945, the Edmonton Journal published a story about the mother of the triplets, once again unnamed as per the journalistic practice at the time.

It stated that she was hoping to find

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a washer that could ease the burden of cleaning clothes for the babies. At the time, washer and dryers were rare due to rationing in the war. The Home Appliances Company out of Edmonton stated that there was no way they could get her a washer.

J.H. Teasdale stated, “I believe triplets rate a priority.”

There was a call out to any citizen who could provide a power washing machine to make things easier for the family and a wringer washer was gifted to Mrs. Teasdale.

One year after their birth, the children were once again in the Edmonton Journal, this time with a picture. It was reported that on their first birthday, Robert weighed 19 pounds 12 ounces, James weighed 19 pounds six ounces and Glen weighed 20 pounds. The only difference between the boys was that Glen had a slight mark on his wrist.

Robert was said to be leading the trio in attempting to walk at the time. The babies were described as happy, without a day

of sickness in their first year. On their first birthday, each had a separate birthday cake decorated with one blue candle.

The children next pop up in the newspapers in 1951 when they started attending school. The Edmonton Journal reported that the boys were going to attend school in the Union District. The boys were described as full of energy and eagerness.

The last mention of the boys that I found was in 1955 when it was reported that the boys were each presented with a Bible by Arthur J. Burnham, general secretary of the Gideons International in Canada.

Currently, Robert resides on an acreage around Sherwood Park, Jim resides in the Edmonton area, and Glen currently lives in Vermilion. The triplets are now 78 years old and have celebrated their 65th, 70th, and 75th birthdays in a public setting with their families and friends, an 80th birthday celebration will be planned together.

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Teasdale triplets. Photo submitted

A Weight Loss Drug That Really Works

officially approved for weight manage- reduction in food cravings. They find levels that nature has never intended”. ment, some doctors began prescribing satisfaction in smaller portions, and ulti- Patients taking Wegovy, for instance, F o r y e a r s , t h e it off-label for this purpose. Unsurpris- mately experience natural weight loss. receive a staggering five times the p h a r m a c e u t i c a l ingly, this resulted in people dealing with The most impressive part is this weight amount of GLP-1 that they would natuindustry has viewed obesity flocking to Ozempic for a miracle loss does not require any additional life- rally produce in response to a Thankso b e s i t y n o t a s a cure. However these people would need style changes in order to take effect and giving dinner, as explained by Dr. Seeley d i s e a s e b u t a s a to receive the diagnosis of pre-diabetic can be as high as 15% a year for some of the Universit y of Michigan. The behavioral problem. Little interest was in order to go on this medication. patients. danger of this is they may affect areas of shown in developing effective treatThis changed however, when Novo In response these drugs have become the brain unrelated to weight regulation, ments, and the prevailing notion was Nordisk the company behind ozempic some of the most sought-after pharma- and our knowledge of potential longthat weight management was solely a achieved a major milestone when the ceuticals worldwide, often selling out term side effects remains incomplete. matter of self-control. However, recent FDA granted approval to market the before they even hit the shelves. Due But despite these fears, Wegov y developments in the world of pharma- same drug, formerly known as Ozem- to their immense popularity, their avail- remains an impressive and compelceuticals are challenging these long- pic, specifically for obesity treatment. ability is limited to select countries, and ling new method for people suffering held beliefs and opening up new possi- Now known as Wegovy, this medication regrettably, Canada has yet to receive from obesity to regain control over their bilities for those seeking to shed excess is provided as a higher maximum dose access. weight. Once it is released in Canada I pounds. and is administered through a weekly Despite all their high praise some have no doubt that it will be just as highly Ozempic, originally designed as a injection. professionals are critical of Ozempic and sought after as it has been elsewhere treatment for diabetes, has gained unexT he se dr u g s st an d out for t heir Wegovy. According to obesity research- in the world. Until then, however we will pected fame due to its highly coveted extraordinary impact on patients. Those ers at the University of Michigan the have to stick to dieting and exercise for side effect: weight loss. While never using these drugs report a dramatic drugs “expose the brain to hormone weight loss.

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Vermilion Tigers VS Lloydminster Bandits

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As the game entered the second score at 2-2, and then added two more contest that showcased the unpreperiod, the Tigers continued to domi- to their tally to secure a 4-2 victory. The dictable nature of hockey. The VermilHockey fans from across the region nate. They extended their lead to 2-0 Vermilion fans, who had been riding ion Tigers had thrilled their fans with flocked to the cozy Vermilion Arena with a well-executed goal, sending the high, were left in shock as their team’s a strong start, but the Lloydminster Septmeber 24th, enjoying the autumn fans into a frenzy. The Vermilion faithful lead slipped away.

Bandits’ resilience and tenacity ultiweather to witness an intense show- were convinced their team was on the In the end, it was a heart-pounding mately prevailed. down between the home team Vermilion path to victory, chanting their support Tigers and their rivals, the Lloydminster throughout the period. The Bandits Bandits. Excitement was in the air as fought back with determination but fans of all ages filled the stands, ready found themselves struggling to break to cheer their beloved team to victory. through the Tigers’ rock-solid defense.

In the first period Vermilion Tigers set However, it was evident that the the tone early, displaying their determi- Bandits were not ready to throw in the nation and grit on the ice. The crowd towel just yet. They regrouped during erupted with joy as the Tigers drew the intermission, coming out for the first blood, finding the back of the net third period with a renewed sense of to take a 1-0 lead. The atmosphere in purpose. the arena was electric, with fans on their The third period saw a dramatic shift feet, cheering. Both teams’ goalkeep- in momentum. The Lloydminster Bandits ers made a series of saves, keeping the staged a remarkable comeback. They tension high throughout. scored two quick goals, evening the Reporter

Harbrook And Paisley The Vermilion Tigers team. Photo submitted

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Harbrook and Paisley owner Tanis Cochrane celebrated the fourth anniversary of the business on September 22–23 with specials, in-store draws, and cupcakes by Cakes and Bakes. Cochrane expressed sincere gratitude to the community for its support over the last four years. Photo submitted

THANK YOU To the family and friends of Dorothy MacMillan we wish to extend our sincere thanks for your many kindnesses, and for the condolences and support that we have received. There are so many people to thank . . .

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Thank you to the staff and residents of the Vermilion Lodge and the Vermilion Extended Care Facility who supported mom daily over these last few years. Your care was noticed and appreciated.

Thank you to Father Joy, Deacon Ken, Cliff Rolheiser and Gabriel Sader for ministering for mom’s funeral mass. A special thank you to Joe Laurence, Liam Laurence and Jeremy Laurence for providing the music ministry in a way that we know mom would have appreciated. And thank you to Barry Roth for your piping at the Church and the cemetery.

Thank you to Egisto, Jodi and the Aramark team for providing a lovely lunch after mom’s service.

Thank you to Michelle Feist and the staff at Reflections Funeral Home for your professionalism, attention to detail and empathy to our sorrow. Your assistance through this difficult time made a difficult journey easier to navigate.

And lastly to our family and our family friends. Thank you for your presence at mom’s funeral mass; your presence meant the world to us. Thank you for the gifts of food, the donations to St. Andrew’s Cemetery Fund or other charities, the cards, and the condolences. It was a reminder that mom was important not just to us, but to so many in our community.

Time Machine I came across a picture of you and I today.

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I saw your eyes still shining bright alive and so aglow.

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The Vermilion Voice | September 26, 2023

V-Town Oktoberfest A Resounding Success

event, hosted the first-ever V-Town Oktober- a life-changing journey, leaving her home- No Oktoberfest meal would be complete fest at the Vermilion Elks Hall. The celebra- town after high school to live in Germany for without a tantalizing array of sides and On September 23, a touch of Germany tion was a harmonious blend of Vermilion’s two decades. Her husband Harm, with roots condiments, from Kartoffelknodel (potato descended upon Vermilion as Renee and charm and the spirited essence of Munich. deeply entrenched in Germany, joined her dumpling) and Spatzle (egg noodles) to Harm Tjardes, the dynamic duo behind the Renee, a Vermilion native, embarked on on her return to Vermilion in August 2020, sauerkraut, Rotkohl (cooked red cabbage), along with their two boys. This international Bretzein (pretzels), BiersoBe (beer gravy), fusion of backgrounds set the stage for a and CurrysoBe (curry ketchup), all accomremarkable evening. panied by the indispensable Senf (mustard).

Promising an Oktoberfest experi- To satisfy sweet cravings, attendees could ence that might not rival the grandeur of indulge in Rote Grutze (red berry dessert) the Munich festivities but would undoubt- and Schwarzwalder Kirschtorte (black edly capture its essence, the event did not forest cake). disappoint. Stepping through the doors of While traditional costumes were not the Elks Hall was akin to being transported mandatory, many embraced the spirit of from Vermilion to Munich itself. Lively music the occasion by donning traditional dress, filled the air, inspiring spontaneous bouts adding a touch of authenticity to the festiviof singing and dancing, while the aroma ties. Guests were also treated to an array of of freshly baked pretzels wafted enticingly musical delights, with three bands ensurthrough the venue. ing that the dance floor was never empty.

The culinary centerpiece of the evening The Alpen Schatz, a lively ensemble from was a sumptuous feast prepared by the Medicine Hat with deep roots in accordion renowned Red Brick. Attendees were music, provided a spirited backdrop to the treated to a delightful array of dishes, night. Joining them were the Flatland Beer including locally sourced Schweinshaxe Bandits and the rhythmic melodies of the (pork knuckle) from Vermilion Packers, Bricktop.

Wiesenhendl (roast chicken) from Pine Jaime Couture, an attendee, summed up Meadow Meats (related to the Mannville the evening perfectly: “The night was absoColony), and the iconic Bratwurst, also from lutely amazing, the food was delicious, the Vermilion Packers, whose German work- music and entertainment were great, and it ers faithfully adhere to an authentic recipe. was way busier than I expected.”

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National Seniors Day LUNCH & LEARN

From left, Kimberly Clarke, Karen Bowman, Joel Lapointe, Carri Williston-Dach, and Jaime Couture. Photo submitted

IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE SENIORS IN LLOYDMINSTER! Join FCSS Lloydminster and the Lloydminster Learning Council Association for a free meal and informative presentation by health promotion facilitator, Neil Harris.

This year’s presentation: “Four Stages of Retirement and Resilience in Aging” will leave attendees with a rejuvenated outlook on how to get the most of their retirement years.

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Celebrating Indigenous Culture And Community Involvement

Cornerstone Co-op

In addition to our ongoing educa- a captivating performance by an Indig- attend the preliminary findings ceretional initiatives, Cornerstone Co-op enous Drum Group, proving attendees mony at Blue Quills Universit y — an Co-operatives are deeply rooted in went above and beyond by assisting with an indigenous cultural experience. event open to the public. This coming the communities they serve, and Corner- the Kehewin Cree Nation with their Adding to the festivities, Vera Cardinal’s June 21, 2024, we are excited to launch stone Co-op proudly upholds this tradi- 2022 Christmas preparations. Each Bannock was served fresh and is still a new Cornerstone Co-op Scholarship, tion. As Orange Shirt Day approaches year, The Kehewin Cree Nation puts available for sale at our St. Paul Food which will be available to high school on September 30th, Cornerstone reaf- together hampers for their community Store all year round. Vera has joined g r ad u ate s e n r o l l i n g at B l u e Q u i l l s firms its dedication to the journey of members, and this year Cornerstone Cornerstone Co-op on National Indig- University. Additionally, our Marketing reconciliation and suppor t of Indige- Co-op delivered 16 pallets of grocery, enous Peoples Day to demonstrate how team has been invited to teach classes nous communities. produce, frozen product, and of course to make her famous Bannock for the at Blue Quills University to educate Over the past year, our dedicated turkeys. This endeavour included the past two consecutive years. students about the benefits of co-operteam members have taken various train- ordering, storing, staging, labeling (for O t h e r r e c e n t l e v e l s o f c o m m i t - atives from a retail perspective. ing programs and initiatives to foster delivery), and finally shipping of all the ment include partnering with the Wing Finally, we are working hard to finalstronger connections with Indigenous food products. This event showcased Smudge Indigenous So c iet y out of ize our Western Nations Resellers locacustomers and owners. Since 2021, a next level effort and execution by the St. Wa i nwr i g ht , A l b er t a o n o n e of o ur tion in partnership with an Indigenous total of 61 team members and leaders Paul team members and team leaders BBQ Fundraisers this past September. business partner from Goodfish Lake, attended Indigenous training courses and is something they hope to continue Proceeds from this BBQ will be used Alberta. Our team is very proud of what and webinar oppor tunities; and from executing in the years to come. to suppor t their upcoming National we have accomplished the last 2 years September 29th to October 1st, our On June 21st, in honor of National Truth and Reconciliation festivities on on our road to reconciliation and we team members will proudly wear orange In d i g e n ou s Pe o p l e s Day, our team September 30, 2023, at the Wainwright will continue to learn and execute our shirts to show solidarity with the Indig- hosted a celebration at the Cornerstone Communiplex. This is another local purpose statement, Making Life Better enous community.

Common in St. Paul. The event featured event that we will encourage our teams in our Communities, for years to come to attend. We also partnered with the in our Indigenous communities.

Saddle Lake Cree Nation on a Back to School Days BBQ where several team members volunteered their time to feed over 1100 community members at the end of August.

O ur par tner ship with B lue Q uills Cash Draws Only 2000 tickets printed Universit y has also progressed. On Early Bird Draw October 10, 2023 - $1000 April 19, 2023, we were honored to Submitted

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The Vermilion Voice | September 26, 2023 Wetaskiwin Aerial Applicators brought their own mix rig to the Vermilion airport—the only paved runway in the County of Vermilion—to repeatedly fuel and load crop protection products for their 3 turbine spray planes for a pre-harvest desiccation commercial job in the county. Re-loading with jet fuel, product and water takes no more than 6 minutes before the aircraft is back on the runway ready for takeoff. The 3 aircraft covered over 4000 acres in one day to assist a local grower for his harvest. Photos Caylie Gnyra

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Caylie Gnyra

Legislative Assembly Garth Rowswell 16; and the upcoming fall cleanup week tion for the student welcome sign that was over Provincial Park concerns regard- to be held in October. installed on the highway within Vermilion.

Vermilion Town Council held its most ing gopher control and provincial fundThe Director of Corporate Services The Mayor and Councillors highrecent regular meeting on Tuesday, ing issues. report highlighted that the land titles lighted the following upcoming meetings September 19. Most notably, Councillor The Director of Community Services office has indicated that delays are and events, including the Alberta MuniciRobert Pulyk took the Oath of Office for repor t c overed the new Z amboni getting shorter. palities Convention (September 27–29); Deputy Mayor, beginning October 2023. machine and reduction in ice mainteManager Economic Development Mary the Parks, Recreation and Culture Management reports began with nance, noting that netting for the outdoor Lee Prior reported on the Oilers Enter- Committee Meeting (September 25); the Chief Administrative Officer Kevin Lucas rink will be addressed within the next tainment Group coming to Vermilion on Airport Advisory Committee Meeting; reporting new information on the recent two weeks.

November 1 and the activities surround- the Alberta Central East (ACE) Water power outages—namely, issues with a Director of Infrastructure and Planning ing the game on November 4, highlighting Corporation Board Meeting (September substation during a time of routine main- Services Benjamin McPhee reported on the excitement expressed amongst the 20), and the Vermilion & District Housing tenance and electrical storms. He also snow blower maintenance; the Curbside community about the announcement.

Foundation Board Meeting (September reported on his meeting with Member of Re-Use event held Saturday, September Gratitude was expressed to administra- 25).

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Vermilion Elementary School News

and spirit wear, students and staff trav- services offered in the gym during the On September 15, we had a VIP elled in laps around our school. It was meeting); Sept 29 – No School – National Friday. Mr. Harvey informed us that he a beautiful day for the run. Our jaguar Day for Truth and Reconciliation; Oct 3 and Mr. Harvey Jr. are coaching the after mascot even made an appearance, which – Crazy Sock Day; Oct 9 – No School – school Grade 6 volleyball every Wednes- caused great excitement for the students. Thanksgiving. day night until the end of October. Mrs. $402 was raised by our students in honor McLaughlin shared that 19 students came of Terry Fox. Super job, students. out for running club. They had their first Programs Coordinator, Sheila Heit, race on September 20 at the Vermilion from the Vermilion Public Library, visited meet, where everyone did very well. Mrs. both kindergarten classes last week. Each McLaughlin says she is very proud of how student was gifted two books as well as a our VES students have been cheering on gift certificate for a year membership to the runners during their practices at noon the public library. We would like to extend hours. As of September 15, our students a huge thank you to the public library for their support in early literacy learning. have already read 1020 AR points.

Dates to Remember: Sept 27 – School We ran our Terry Fox walk /run on September 15. Dressed in our VES colors Council Meeting at 6:30 (childcare Photo submitted Submitted

Pregnancy And Infant Loss Remembrance Day 2023 October 15 We encourage each person to light a candle at 7 p.m. to recognize, and honor families who have empty arms due to death of a precious one in pregnancy and infantacy. Reaching out in care and support.

Walking Through Grief Society Funded by FCSS : City of Lloydminster, Town of Vermilion and Wainwright , Village of Kitscoty and County Vermilion River

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Le but de cette tour est de fournir des services améliorés d'Internet sans fil à large bande dans la région, ainsi que des services de téléphonie VOIP (Voix sur IP).

Tout l'équipement est conforme au Code de sécurité 6 de Santé Canada, y compris les effets combinés dans l'environnement radio local en tout temps. L'installation respectera les bonnes pratiques d'ingénierie, y compris l'adéquation structurelle. La tour sera construite en conformité avec les exigences de marquage des obstacles aéronautiques de Transports Canada.

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Please take notice that MCSnet is proposing to construct a 68 ft free-standing tower in Dewberry, Alberta.

LOCATION • SE-21-53-4-W4 The purpose of this tower is to provide enhanced Broadband Wireless Internet Services in the area along with VOIP (Voice over IP) telephone services.

All equipment complies with Health Canada's Safety Code 6, including combined effects within the local radio environment at all times. The installation will respect good engineering practices, including structural adequacy. The tower will be constructed in compliance with Transport Canada's aeronautical obstruction marking requirements.

Any person(s) wishing further information, having questions, comments or concerns are asked to contact MCSnet on or before the close of October 30, 2023.

MCSnet Attn: Project Department P.O. Box 98, St.Paul, Alberta T0A 3A0 Ph: (866) 390-3928 Ext: 797 Email: toweradmin@mcsnet.ca

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Get out and have some fun. Plan to get together with someone special later in the day. Chronic health problems are likely to surface if you are keeping your problems locked up inside.

Past partners may try to come back into your life. However, be careful with luggage; it may be rerouted. Be prepared to counteract the damage that adversaries are about to create.

Do a little extra work at home. Be careful not to divulge secret information today. If you are in the midst of a financial deal, this is your lucky day.

Don't divulge secret information. Children may pose a problem if they don't like suggestions. You can learn a great deal more if you listen rather than rant and rave.

CAPRICORN

Your confidence is growing and advancement is apparent. Concern yourself with legal matters and formulating contracts rather than finalizing your objectives.

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Keep an open mind when listening to the opinions of others. You may have more to do with children today; keep an open mind. You will have a great day if you just say what you feel.

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Any difficulties with peers could be unnerving. Put financial speculation with family members or friends on the back burner for now. Your intellectual charm will entice mates who have common interests.

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ARIES

Be courteous if you wish to avoid major delays. You can convince others to follow suit. Social events held in your home will be successful and entertaining for those who attend.

The Vermilion Voice | September 26, 2023

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Submitted crackers, candy bread, etc., we pass it on whopping 101 pairs of mittens in all sizes this We can be reached by phone @ 780-581September-October 2023... We have a within our own service area first. We support year.

0521....NO E-MAIL or TEXT. lot to be grateful for and that is why we have Shelters in Lloydminster and Edmonton with THANKSgiving. The smoke of summer is excess winter items. We have a huge amount gone, apple trees yielded a great supply of of clothing donated from within our commularge apples for our clients to benefit from, the nity but we can only use items for late fall and garden produced well, and the nice weather winter. What we cannot store, we re-donate. continues.

There is also a group of women based out of Beginning Tuesday, October 3, we will Sherwood Park who drive throughout Edmonbe available downstairs at Christina’s Home ton with a pop-up table and serve hot soup, Furnishings with Free winter wear, sox, mitts, coffee, and sandwiches to feed the homeless. toques, coats, and ski pants, etc. All items They are not funded and are grateful for our have been washed or cleaned, and are for excess crackers, cookies, chips, and candy to any residents within our service area (Hiway give out. Food items from the second harvest 45N. to Range Rd 618 S and Minburn to program need to be used up fairly quickly, and Kennilworth Lake.) This spot will be open fortunately for us, we have Creeches and one TUESDAY to FRIDAY from Noon to 4:30 p.m. person who donated their time and gas to until late December. We do reserve the right to transport these things for us. Nothing from the limit certain items. second harvest goes to the dump.

With school starting, our numbers are We have received a huge increase this seeing an increase from those in June and year in calls from outside our area. We have July. Again this year we were given back- been able to connect people calling from St. packs with some school supplies to be given Paul, Elk Point, Dewberry, Wainwright, Lloyout and they were gone by the time school dminster, Mannville, Vegreville, Viking, and started. These backpacks are donated by even Vermilion with the phone number, hours TELUS and the supplies are donated by our of operation, and addresses of their communilocal MLA, who then gives them out through ties’ food banks as we have made a point of each of his constituency offices. This is the researching that info. We have also had calls third year we have received them for distri- from Two Hills, Ponoka, Edmonton, and Red bution.

Deer asking for info on transportation services Hearts and Hands is an unregistered not- for patients, meals on wheels, other emerfor-profit charity. We do not operate with a gency services, and general information on board, but rather by the coordinator contact- vermilion services and wheelchair accessibiling otheragencies, eg. mental Health, doctor, ity. We have been able to assist each time. social workers, etc..while protecting the client’s THANK YOU VERMILION! This commuprivacy. This is a crisis or emergency service nity has been a true supporter of our endeavand decisions often must be made quickly to ours at Hearts and Hands...the volunteer drivmeet each client’s individual needs. We also ers and helpers, the Rotary, the agencies, refer people for help where we cannot meet and all who refer clients, and the fund raisers... their needs. We operate onless than $10,000 Platoon 2 EMS students with their car wash, a year which we rely on from donations. the Anglican church garage sale, and Shane This year we have had the privilege of Thomas who sang his heart out for 2 1/2 hours sharing donations from the Prairie Bakery and at his Children’s Concert. We are grateful also Bistro with the Dewberry food bank (which to Minburn Colony for potatoes annually, and has seen an increase in numbers this year), The Bargain Store for their twice-yearly food and also items from Shoppers Drug Mart’s drive. Every donation, even the anonymous second harvest program. When we get an ones is important and appreciated. And a excess of certain goods such as cookies, special thanks to MRS.MITTENS who knit a

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The Vermilion Voice | September 26, 2023

Autumn Challenge Draws Student Runners To The Park

Caylie Gnyra

Hughenden, Wainwright, and Vermil- pumped on speakers and kids gath- community by exhibiting positivity, ion to the Vermilion Provincial Park e r e d i n g r o u p s , p u l l i n g h a i r i n to working hard, demonstrating leadThe Autumn Challenge cross-coun- on September 20. ponytails, donning pinnies, stretch- ership, having fun, and showing up try running race drew 340 elemenStepping onto the soccer fields ing, and hydrating. every day regardless of the outcome tary and high school students from where the races started, the collecAn optional walk-through began of the previous challenge.

Lloydminster, Mannville, Chauvin, t i ve e n er g y wa s p al p a b l e. M u s i c at noon to orient runners through the Fe l t ex p l a i n s t h at te a m s p o r t s trails assigned to their disintegrated during COVID, and that a g e g r o u p. Va r i o u s schools are now rebuilding teams trails were use d for from scratch. Some schools have different age groups, cross- countr y running teams that w i t h k i d s ag e d 4 – 6 practice regularly, while others send running 2 kilometers independent runners. Cross-country near the trout pond and running provides an opportunity for older runners follow- students to socialize in a positive ing longer trails—up to environment, develop motor skills 6 kilometers—through and resilient attitudes, and support the lower parts of the each other— all skills that transfer park. over to larger group sports.

Organizers Lindsey The student racers were supported Bates, principal of J.R. by parents, grandparents, friends, Robson High School teachers, and other members of the in Vermilion, teacher communit y who co - created a safe a n d c o a c h K e l l y and cheery environment. Felt says, S c u l l y, a n d r e t i r e d “I always go out on the trail where p h y s i c a l e d u c a t i o n nobody else is and cheer the kids te a c h er C h er y l Fe l t on.” She recalls that many students started this race about h ave ex p r e s s e d a p p r e c i at i o n fo r ten years ago. Felt ’s that mid-run support throughout the enthusiasm for spor t years, saying that it helped keep them s h i n e s a s s h e t a lks going. Volunteers stationed throughabout phys. ed. field out the courses helped runners find Participants run in the Autumn Challenge cross-country running race in the Vermilion Provincial Park on trips, “ You get to go their way, while conser vation of fi3” wide version Wednesday, September 20. Photo Caylie Gnyra out with the kids and be cers patrolled the trails to ensure the in that positive energy. safety of both the runners and our You learn things about kids bear neighbours who reside in the that you wouldn’t see unless park. “It ’s nice to have such great you were out with them on a support from the surrounding agenthe out of your canoe trip or skiing through cies,” said Bates.

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