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Cusack Memorial Hockey Game Sees Good Play For Great Cause

The Cusack Selects outscored the Vermilion Junior B Tigers in the Chris Cusack Memorial exhibition hockey game at the Stadium on Jan.11. Pictured here is the winning team the Cusack Selects, with the Cusack family, Les, Lois and Nicole Cusack as they presented them the cup. All money raised from the event including a silent auction and 50/50 draw, will be donated to STARS Air Ambulance. Photo Karen Nedzielski.

Fast Action At Chris Cusack Memorial Hockey Game Karen Nedzielski Reporter The annual Chris Cusack Memorial hockey game got underway at the Vermilion Stadium on Jan. 11 as the Vermilion Junior B Tigers took on the Cusack Selects. Although the game was all business and both teams

came off the benches skating hard, the no-contact game was a fantastic display of hard skating, precise passing and stick handling. The Cusack Selects team members each wore their individual numbers but the name bar across their backs wa s that of th ei r fri e n d a n d avi d hockey enthusiast, Chris Cusack. Cusack passed away after an acci-

dental fall down a stairway in 2005 which claimed his life. Each year since then, the friends and family members attend and/or take part in the game to remember Cusack and raise money for charity. T h e t w o te a m s e a c h c a m e o u t charging the nets and it would be the Selects’ Cam Doull who opened up the scoring within the first minute

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of the game. The next five minutes of play would see two more goals for the Selects scored by Brent McMann and Dustin Farkash making the score 3 – 0. Th e Tigers fou ght back as Alex Robbins put one past the Selec ts’ goalie at the eight minute mark of the first period. Brent McMann answered Continues to page 2

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back only eight seconds later with the fourth goal for the Selects. Before the end of the first period th e T ig ers wo ul d sco re t wo m o re goals making it 4 – 3 for the Selects going into the first intermission. The Tigers tied the score early in the second period and then scored the go-ahead goal at the seven minute mark, both goals thanks to Tigers Assistant Captain, Taylor Heck. The Selects kicked it up a notch a s S co t t Ta j e a n d B re n t M c M a n n each scored, making it a hat trick for McMann. Two more pucks would hit the Tigers’ net before the end of the second period, a score of 8 – 5 for the Selects. The shots on goal going into the second intermission were tied for the teams at 25 a piece. The third period saw the Tigers roar

into action as Kyler Anderson scored in just over a minute into the period. At the 17 minute mark, the Tigers skated out on a break-away but the Selects’ goalie John Cusack, made a huge save keeping the score at 8 – 6 for the Selects. Tigers Captain Brandon Bardoel would find the Selec ts’ net, sinking the puck making it 8 – 7 for the Selects. Curtis Ogrodiuk would capitalize on a very pretty give-and-go feed adding to the Selects’ lead. T h e f a s t b a c k- a n d -f o r t h p l a y would see three more goals for the Selec ts by D ustin Farkash, Cur tis Ogrodiuk and Greg Poulin, while the Tigers’ Randy Simmons would score his second for the night all in just over five minutes. Just under the four minute mark Selec ts’ Greg Poulin, would score

The Game Three Stars

The three stars for the Cusack Memorial game were from left, John Cusack-third star, Randy Simmons-second star, Brent McMann-first star, Les, Lois and Nicole Cusack.

“Cusack” Team

The members of the Cusack Selects all wore the name bar “Cusack” in memory of their friend Chris Cusack. Photos Karen Nedzielski. who blocked it for the save, but the Tigers would score once more in the last two minutes of the game as the Selects ran the clock out of time. The final score; Selects 12, Tigers 9. The three stars chosen for the game were Selects’ Brent McMann, firs t s tar with four goals, Tigers’ Randy Simmons, second star with two goals and Selects’ goalie John Cusack as third star. In an emotional gesture, each of the teams filed pasted the Cusack family who were in attendance to present the championship cup. The Cusack Selects were not the only winners of the night. A silent auction and 50/50 draw were held and all of the funds raised were to be donated to STARS Air Ambulance. once more for the Selects but the The night was a huge success and game was not over yet. some great hockey was played, all in The Tigers sent a rocket into the remembrance of a fellow friend and pads of Selects’ goalie John Cusack hockey player, Chris Cusack.

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As a show of support to minor hockey, each year Scotia Bank branches across the country donate to the local minor hockey clubs in their areas. Mabel Smart, Branch Manager with the Vermilion Scotia Bank, recently presented the Vermilion Atom’s teams with $1,000 to help with related expenses. Pictured here is Smart and the Vermilion Atom Girls team making the presentation on Jan. 8.

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Vermilion Celebrates Malanka 2014 Karen Nedzielski Reporter The Vermilion Ukrainian Dancers graced the stage to a sold out crowd at the Regional Centre on Jan. 11 as the Ukrainian Culture of Vermilion celebrated Malanka, Ukrainian New Year’s Eve. The evening started off with a traditional Ukrainian meal including perogies, cabbage rolls, corn meal and of course

Perishke, a sweet bun with potato filling. The delicious meal was followed with a performance by the Vermilion Dancers as well as guest performances by a group of Ukrainian Dancers from Lloydminster. Dancers of all ages took to the stage in a colourful display of Ukrainian dancing at its finest. From the littlest of feet to the highflying male dancers as they performed flips and spins, the evening had entertain-

Seniors Perform at Malanka

Members of the Senior dancers performed two dances at the annual Malanka held at the Vermilion Regional Centre on Jan. 11. The group’s dancers are Nicole Frankiw, Kirsten Evans, Quinn Hlus, Kennedy Radesh, Glenn Venance, Donovan Yaceyko and Braydon Drury. The group’s instructor is Brent Kostyniuk who helped with this year’s performance. Photos Karen Nedzielski. ment for everyone. The group will be preparing for its A kolomyjka, traditional Ukrainian social annual dance festival held in Vermilion on dance and socializing lingered into the March 21 – 23 and its year end concert evening. which is scheduled for May 3.

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Two Hills RCMP Arrest Male in New Years Eve Crime Spree During the early morning hours of December 31st, 2013, Two Hills RCMP responded to an active alarm at the Two Hills Liquor Store. Entry had been gained by force and a quantity of liquor had been stolen from the Liquor Store. Video surveillance revealed the masked suspects had fled the scene prior to RCMP arrival. Several other calls for service were received in the Town of Two Hills that same morning, including a residential mischief and a theft from the local EMS station. Two Hills RCMP conducted a thorough investigation into these matters and were able to determine that all calls for service were related. With the assistance of St. Paul RCMP Detachment, the suspect vehicle and the male suspect were located with the stolen liquor from the Two Hills Liquor Store. Leslie Gerald Wuttunee, 24 years old of Saddle Lake was arrested and charged with several counts of Mischief Under $5000.00, Theft under $5000.00, Break & Enter & Commit an Indictable Offence, Possession of Break-in Instruments and Use of a Disguise with Intent to Commit an Indic table Offence. A search warrant was executed with the assistance of the St. Paul RCMP Forensic Identification Section (FIS). Several pieces of stolen property were recovered along with other items that are

currently the subject of other investigations. A second suspect has yet to be identified and is still at large. Crime knows no boundaries and greatly affects everyone who falls victim. The RCMP in Alberta work tirelessly and in partnership with other Law Enforcement Agencies and RCMP Specialized Units to ensure thorough and professional services are delivered to the public. Residents are being urged to lock their vehicles and homes to deter potential criminal acts. If you have any information relating to this incident, please contact the Two Hills RCMP Detachment at 780-657-2820, or anonymously at Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online atwww.tipsubmit.com.

44-year-old Mundare missing woman, Deanna MacNeil. Ms. Macneil was last seen by friends on the evening of Thursday, November 28th, 2013, in Mundare Alberta. To date, two pleas to the public were sent via news releases and no successful tips were provided to locate her. Deanna MacNeil was last seen wearing an orange winter jacket, jeans and a black t-shirt. She is described as being a Caucasian female, 5›5» tall, 125 pounds, hazel eyes and long brown hair. Special Tactical Operations Information officer, Cst. Kneller will be on site to answer STO related inquiries. The Vegreville RCMP is requesting the public›s assistance with any information that might help to determine the Break And Enter At Marwayne whereabouts of Deanna MacNeil to please Arena contact the Vegreville RCMP Detachment Kitscoty RCMP are seeking the public’s at 780-632-2223, your local police or assistance in identifying the person or Crimestoppers with any information on persons responsible for a break and enter her whereabouts of Deanna MACNEIL. that occurred at the Marwayne Arena on December 11th or December 12th 2013. The suspects gained entry by forcing a rear door of the arena then proceeded to attempt and gain entry to a safe located in a locked back room. The suspects were not successful in gaining entry to the safe but caused considerable damage to it, at the expense of a non-profit community organization. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Kitscoty RCMP at 780-846-2870 or Crimestoppers. RCMP STO Team Searching For Mundare Missing Woman, Deanna MacNeil M u n d a re, Al b e r ta - O n S atu rday and Sunday, January 11 and 12, 2014, RCMP Albert Special Tactical Operations (STO) team will be searching in the town of Mundare in hopes to locate

Throughout our region, Albertans have been dealing with poor driving conditions and cold weather. Early on December 31st, RCMP were alerted about an overdue traveler from the Stony Plain area. Family had been searching for this 82 year old male, but were unable to locate him. Weather conditions were poor, with heavy snow, strong winds, and cold temperatures throughout the area. RCMP members asked their colleagues from the “Operational Communications Centre” to ascertain the GPS location provided by the male’s cell phone. Fortunately, this male had his phone fully charged and turned on. The “Operational Communications Centre” staff went the extra mile, utilizing “Google Earth” to direct members into the isolated rural area. The GPS coordinates did not depict roads in this area, so the quick-thinking operator was able to provide directions based on satellite images from “Google Earth”. It turns out the elderly male had driven down a farm yard access, which turned into a tractor route through some fields. Police officers trudged through the deep snow for about a mile, locating the male stuck in his vehicle in a field. He was physically unable to walk out, and local tow companies could not enter the trail due to the conditions. After waking a farmer from the area, he volunteered to come out and operate his tractor to plow a trail to the elderly man’s vehicle. From there, he was rescued, with only 11 km of fuel left in his tank! Without the assistance of a dedicated “Operational Communications Centre” staff, the persistence of the RCMP members on scene, and the willingness to help from the farmer, this situation would RCMP Spruce Grove/Stony Plain- indubitably have ended in tragedy. Working Together To Save Lives Thank you to all involved!

Vermilion Elementary School Karen King Submitted Ancient Pottery Visits VES During the month of January, we will be discussing the virtue of Responsibility at VES. Being responsible means that others can depend on you, you are willing to be accountable for your actions, you keep your agreements, and you give your best to any job. When things go wrong and you make a mistake, you make amends instead of excuses. Take time this

month to identify ways that your children can show responsibility around your home and for their family. The Grade 6 classes would like to thank Mr. Kevin John for donating his time to share some of his knowledge about ancient pottery. He was very inspired by the pottery that the Grade 6 classes did and he wanted to show the kids some ancient pottery from the Anasazi peoples from the U.S. He told us he was going to “blow our minds” and he definitely did, as we were able to see and touch shards of pottery from 700BC-1300BC.

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The Great Vaccination Debate Karen Nedzielski Editor

Over the past w e e k o r s o I h ave been out and about in th e area coverin g a numb er of stories and have been making the sprint between the warm building and vehicle numerous times a day. Although the weather has improved greatly making the winter a bit more bearable, there is always the concern of catching that pesky cold, or even worse, the flu. Touch wood, I have managed to fend off the contagious little bug that has tagged a few co-workers, friends and family members. Whether out of inconvenience, busy scheduling or just lack of concern, I

did not get a flu shot this year. W i t h t h e h e i g h te n e d i n f l u e n z a co n cern ove r th e p as t m o nths, it seems many people in our readership have also chosen the same. In my travels this last week I have asked people if they have had the flu shot, and I have to say, not many people I asked said yes. I have asked a variety of people including grocery clerks, administration staff, gas station attendants, drug store employees and even professionals in the health care field. I would say out the people I asked, less than ten percent said they have received the flu shot this year. When I asked why, there were a number of reasons including they just put off going for the shot. According to Alber ta Health S e r v i ce s ( A H S ) th e o p ti o n i s n o t

available anymore. As of 4:30 p.m. on Jan. 10, the vaccine is no longer available to the Edmonton area. AHS boasts that this vaccination campaign was the most successful in Alberta’s history but I cannot think of many who have had the shot. I know people who have received the shot faithfully for many years and now have opted out of the vaccination program. The reason being, after getting the vaccine they seem to still get the flu so “Why bother?” Another reason I heard was they didn’t feel that was the answer to the influenza concern. “Everyone has to eat their pound of dirt,” one person told me. Exposing one’s self to germs was a way of life back in the day. Yes, people did get sick but it seems as the years go by, I wonder if we are not allowing

ourselves to build that immunity but rather relying on drugs to combat the war on influenza. Drugs do play a significant role in society and are necessary in a lot of cases, but are we relying on them a little too much and not using other measures such as healthy eating and lifestyles choices? Years ago, you only saw a doctor for extreme or lengthy illness. Now it seems people seek health care for the simplest of problems. I a m n ot s ayi n g d o n ot g et th e vaccine or don’t go to the doctor, I just think many people are questioning the whole flu vaccination thing. I try to practise what Baba told me years ago. Make sure you eat lots of garlic, onions and mushrooms. That will keep everything away, including the boys!

Letter to the Editor Conservative Government Staying in high-demand fields, including the On The Right Track For Economic skilled trades, science, technology, Growth engineering and mathematics. We have also invested $70 million over Dear Editor, three years to support an additional I would like to clarify several points 5,0 0 0 paid internships for recent regarding Canada’s Economic Action post-secondary graduates. We have Pla n 2013 a n d th e Fa ll Eco n o mic also dedicated $241 million over five U p d a te th a t h ave b e e n c r i ti q u e d ye a r s to i m p rove th e o n-res e r ve by several Lib eral M P s in various Income Assistance Program to help m e dia. B oth M r. G o o dale a n d M r. ensure Aboriginal youth can access Brison had 13 years in government the skills and training they need to to fix the things they say are wrong secure employment. As far as I am and didn’t get the job done. Why not? concerned, Economic Ac tion Plan And why would anyone believe things 2013 showcases the Government’s would be different now? Secondly, extensive and continued support for they are making things up instead of not only job creation but training to looking at the facts. Here are some of secure employment. the facts: T h i r d l y, t h i s G o v e r n m e n t h a s F i r s t l y, w e C o n s e r v a t i v e s a r e r e a c h e d t h e a g r e e m e n t o f t h e not out-of-touch with middle class Canada-European Union CETA. This Canadians. On the contrary, we have will certainly kick-start the economy done the most for the average Cana- as it could boost Canada’s income dian family of four, delivering them by $12 billion annually and bilat$3,220 in annual tax relief by cutting eral trade by 20 per cent. This is the personal taxes, consumption taxes, equivalent of creating almost 80,000 excise taxes and much more. In fact, new jobs. our Government has cut taxes 160 Fourthly, our Conservative Governtimes, something a Liberal govern- ment understands that discipline and ment would never do. th e s o u n d ma na g e m e nt of p u b li c Secondly, our Government has put finances is vital to Canada’s ongoin place many initiatives to create job ing economic success. Yet, Oppoopportunities, for everyone. Economic sition Par ties suppor t risky policy Action Plan 2013 created the Canada ideas. Both the NDP and Liberal Party Job Grant that ensures Canadians support instituting a 45-day work can access the training they need to year for Employment Insurance (EI), get jobs in high-demand fields. The which would cost tax payers $4 billion provinces/territories and employers per year and increase EI premiums by will match a maximal federal contri- 35%. Unlike Justin Trudeau’s Liberbution of $5,000, creating a poten- als, whose only priority is to legaltial $15,000 per person for nearly ize marijuana and who offer nothing 130,0 0 0 Canadians each year. To on the economy, our Conservative support youth specifically, Economic G ove r n m e n t re m a i n s fo c u s e d o n Action Plan 2013 includes $19 million Canada’s economic growth. over two years to promote education F if th ly, we re ce ntly a n n o u n ce d

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Around The Campfire Neil B. Stratton Columnist

Here’s wishing everyone a safe and H a p p y N e w Ye a r and hoping that the holiday season was also a safe and happy time for you and your entire families. I had an outstanding holiday season with time-off well spent; an enjoyable Christmas with my family. The only bad time was waiting half of Christmas day for that turkey to cook while the mouth watering aroma tormented me. Time… I swear as I was watching the clock it ticked backwards while that big bird slowly browned into a golden glaze. As a turkey addict, I of course tried to sneak a tasty morsel when no one was watching. Someone remind me next year to oil the oven hinges well before turkey

time. Those squeaky hinges on the oven were like a turkey thief alarm. When the coast was clear and everyone was laying down resting or occupied, I would tip toe towards the oven. I wouldn’t get that oven door half way d ow n w h e n th e a l a r m wo u l d scramble all the golden turkey guards. In a flash, before I could even get near a sample morsel, the guards would be escor ting me away from the oven blaming me for letting out all the roasting heat, making it take longer to cook. Then, of course, they would tr y to bribe me with a snack or breakfast with things that come out of a mere chicken’s butt, while I tasted the aroma of that bird with the sage, onion, mushroom, celer y, stuffing with every breath of air. After what seemed to be an eternity, I was finally self-appointed as the family’s official turkey car ver. With pride I gently por tioned the

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steaming turkey into perfectly sliced serving sizes of heaven. I, being the official turkey carver, get to make the rules so samples by only the carver are allowed and encouraged. The samples are thoroughly enjoyed and I am sure, equal more than most have on their dinner plate. For the next several days when all the women folk are insanely fighting off crowds during boxing week sales, I am snacking on turkey for breakfast, lunch and dinner, supplemented with in between snack samples of course. W i t h i n a c o u p l e d a y s , s a d l y, I had that huge bird down to a skeleton carcass and my wife had to act quickly to make her famous turkey soup. If you haven’t tried turkey soup you’re missing out. Firstly, if you can pr y the mere skeleton of the bird from a turkey addict the entire carcass goes in a pot and gets simmered with fresh water until the there is nothing left on the bones. Then ingredients are added to the remaining flavour and turkey. B a by c a r rot s, p e a s, co r n, ri ce, celery, onion, mushrooms with a dash of this and a dash of that added to

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Learning Life’s Lessons Franklin Wolters Columnist

When we think of education we think of schools and books and things like that, but I’d have to say that a lot of the real important life lessons I came to learn were in the real life world outside of any school, except the school of hard knocks!! I’d like to quote a tune by Little Jimmy Dickens” who penned, “I got my education out behind the barn, I aint a foolin’ no siree!! Passed each examination, out behind the barn, but it almost made a wreck out of me!!” It was an education just listening to the neighbours talking and expressing the facts of life. Maybe it was a little rich for a young boy it sure got you to think about life. I thought the lessons learned about doing any job properly, even the lowly job of cleaning the barns, for the sake of having your stock comfortable. Our livelihood depended on the milk cows producing well, and that meant they had to be properly cared for, “every day”. No exceptions, ever!! There had to be a system routine about the chores so that even in bad weather the chores could be properly done to keep

the cream cheques coming. The lesson there was you had to take responsibility and do what was expected. No exceptions allowed there either. Dad had his tools and work day implements in particular places, and we were allowed access to them, only if they were returned to the exact place there were in, and in the same shape you found them. No exceptions AT ALL. He’d get really irate if you violated those terms, and I never realized why until my own sons got careless with my stuff. When I was young, tools and the like were scarce and hard to replace. You just couldn’t afford to have them get lost or damaged. You heard firsthand about folks who borrowed things and didn’t return them, or brought them back in unusable condition. It just wasn’t done. We relied upon each other for help and usually you returned things in better shape than you found them if you could. In the dry years we sometimes experienced, feed was hard to come by, and some neighbours would come up short of feed. I don’t remember ever selling the extra really, you just traded for times when you might be short. Same with seed grain, if you had grain that would make seed you always helped the neighbour who didn’t. The

lesson learned I think was, you learned to share and help. It came in handy in those early times, Dad always tried to impress the value of having a good name, and to gain the respect of your neighbour. That was a value so wonderful to witness. Your neighbour across the line fence would join you in fixing and repairing that fence and helping your neighbour a friend was most important, you just never took advantage of your neighbour for any reason. The whole community was involved in that style. As a kid I’d help Dad as he worked in his shop and built and repaired all kinds of things of wood or metal. We also watched as engines from tractors and vehicles were overhauled and restored to like new condition, my brother learned well enough on his own to write the exams and gain his mechanics papers. Yes those farm kids learned all kinds of skills. In early times the one important thing was how to harness and saddle horses. You couldn’t get far without that knowledge when I was a kid, for sure. There certainly was a lot to learn about the whole system. Get on a threshing crew with some old timers, and demonstrate some ignorance of team handling, or building a good load and you’d probably get hoorahed and made fun of.

The shame would be hard to take!! You certainly had ample ways to prove yourself or make a bad impression that would be hard to live down. I think of some young men from the down east towns and how hard it was for them to get the hang of things. The learning certainly did take time. Some never did and left for home. Yes, there were a lot of lessons to be learned to carry on a mixed farming operation land most of them I don’t think were ever written in a book, like for instance how to teach a calf to drink from a pail. That was an education all its own!! We all cut wood in early times and learning to swing an axe was a great asset. So was learning to keep it sharp. I think back on all the lessons Dad taught on how to be a responsible driver and take care of any equipment that you needed to run. It didn’t just happen, you needed to be taught, patiently and I know for sure, with love and caring. That’s something else that you needed to be coached on so that people around you knew you appreciated their worth, a very important life skill, I’ve found. Yes the important lessons in life are often the ones that aren’t taught in a classroom or found in a textbook.

County Of Vermilion River Purposed Bylaw 13-15 Alison Crooks Submitted

The following letter was presented at the Public Hearing on Jan. 7 at the Vermilion Seniors Centre. It is in regards to the County of Vermilion River Bylaw 13-15, to rezone the south 1/2-35-506-W4M, from agricultural to Industrial. Alison Crooks has submitted it to The Voice for publication. Why was this meeting held at such a busy time, Ukrainian Christmas, and held so soon after the initial meeting on Dec. 9, 2013. Time was too short to prepare for this life changing decision with Christmas and all. Why was the notice only put in the Vermilion Standard, the Christmas week issue? As for The Voice, it comes out earlier and is delivered to everyone, but no notice of the meeting was in this paper, why? The County Office was closed for the Christmas Holidays. It was very hard to get information. Most folks did not even know about these meetings held for the Altex-Energy proposal. Is that how you want things, to keep everyone in the dark? Everyone should be notified to make it fair, so everyone can work together to help make decisions. Maybe a new bylaw needs to be put in, so more time is allowed for new proposals and people who are affected will be notified with a letter or phone call at least. In the long run we will all be affected by this development. I know by talking to the people hardly any of them in this area knew about this proposal and it will definitely affect them in some way or another. Has this land been sold to AltexEnergy? Has it been rezoned? Why on such good agriculture land? What route is really going to be used? We want to know the truth, about which roads are going to be used by this company’s traffic! Will Highway 16 and 41 be used? We don’t want to be like the Kitscoty turn-off! What happens when Highway 16 is expanded into a freeway? Is Allendale road going to be used for trucks from the north? What roads will be used

for trucks coming to the purposed site. Can we be sure only certain roads will be used? Oil trucks often use back roads that they should not. How will the farmers move their big machinery on these roads? You must make a route agreement, before this is approved and all roads must be made up to standard rules and regulations for trucks and for the safe travel of all vehicles that use this road, and one being the school bus. How will this ever work, huge oil tanks being moved from LMG (the manufacturer of oil tanks east of Vermilion), that make the oil tanks, outside of Vermilion, grain trucks, and the oil trucks, how does the school bus or other drivers fit in this picture? Grain terminals are being built far from towns and people, so should this. Who is going to pay for the building of new roads and up-keep of roads? This land use by-law, can the people make some of the decisions about this industry, if it will be good for them or what will work for all? Will our taxes go up, and who will pay for these roads?

They are in real poor condition now because of the heavy traffic, just travel on them. When the elevator east of Vermilion was built, we were promised good roads, well that sure never happened, we are still waiting. What will Altex–Energy pay for property taxes? Our property value will decrease, who in their right mind would want this activity in their backyard! Railway safety, well that is a laugh, there has been so many derailments in the news all the time. Two derailments have happened just east of this proposed site. How safe is this? Isn’t the government pushing for the pipeline to avoid this? It will be a disaster waiting to happen. What about the children travelling to school every day? How will they be protected with this heavy dangerous oil being hauled by trucks and then the bus crossing the tracks with extra trains carrying more oil? Will speed limits be reduced for this heavy traffic on this road? What about the odors from all these diesel trucks and trains? Who will make sure our air quality will

be safe for all of us? Today and tomorrow! What lights will be used at this site? Will they be a driving hazard? What about our overall health, how will it affect us in the long run? There will be dust, odors, and noise around the clock. How will outside activities be possible? Why this location, will the pipeline be used or not? What were the traffic flow numbers for this road? Just think if you have 225-plus semis a day; that is equal to one semi every five minutes, 364 days a year. Is this a Canadian Company? Owned by a Canadian or who? Don’t put the cart before the horse, let’s all really think if this is the best location for this project, and how it will affect all of us now and for generations to come! I hope this will not be the last meeting to be held if this project is a go. Area residents, if you want to see where the purpose site is for this facility it is located two miles straight east of the Town of Vermilion.

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The language reads like something out of a dystopic sci-fi novel or perhaps a sequel to ‘V for Vendetta’. Phrases like ‘muzzling of scientists’ and a systematic ‘silencing of dissenters’. The most recent are ‘knowledge massacre’ and ‘libricide’, defined bluntly as the murdering of libraries. The reference concerns the decision by the Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans to reduce nine science and research libraries located across Canada to two, a process that the scientific community labels as chaotic, distressing, and outrageous. In an article recently published by the Huffington Post, renowned Dalhousie University biologist Jeff Hutchings calls the closures “scientifically disastrous and an assault on civil society”. Depending upon the participants in the conversation, a history of scientific research might be defined as an important gauge by which to measure events and

developments that inform critical decisions affecting future social and economic development. Or it may be declared as boring and irrelevant, best left behind to mould and eventually disappear in some dank, untended location. Archival records, true historians might argue, ought to be revered as rare treasure. They ought to be preserved, not only as a legacy of the highest order of scholarly achievement and development of a civilization, but as a gesture of respect for the brilliance of those who have gone before and who have meticulously recorded their observations---failures and successes alike----so that future generations may benefit from their cumulative scientific knowledge. The move to dismantle seven out of nine from our network of world-class marine and fisheries libraries is alarming, but perhaps not so surprising. Many of our eminent scientists have expressed increasing concern over an apparent disregard for all things scientific. Jeff Hutchings, quoted this time in an article for The Tyee, refers to a pattern of “fear and insecurity” within the government, in matters of science and knowledge. This government’s ideology

focuses on economic development and the exploitation of natural resources, often in the absence of adequate consideration for long term, potentially irreversible damage to our wildlife, water supply, and ecological systems. It’s unclear. Do government officials not comprehend the importance of such considerations, or do they comprehend very well, and just choose to disregard them? Either is scary to contemplate. Fisheries and Oceans officials preferred that the original intention to consolidate the libraries involved digitization of their contents to ensure continued availability. Strangely, saving taxpayers money was cited as a primary reason for the diminished funding for science libraries, as if that was a big expenditure (it wasn’t). No one appears yet to have put forth an estimate of the costs undertaken to first shut down all these facilities and then to digitize thousands of volumes from their archives. The cost that will never be truly known involves the irretrievable loss of important scientific data, and that will be borne by all. Moreover, scientists who worked within or used the library resources have revealed to journalists that much of the material

has been dispersed to third party corporations or individuals unaccountable to the taxpayer, very little has actually been digitized, and a substantial portion of the collection has ended up in various landfills to rot amidst the common household refuse dumped there. All of it is shocking and profoundly sad. A nation that devalues knowledge of its history moves forward blindly without the benefit of the richness found only in its past. A house builder too cheap to ensure the stability of his foundation undoubtedly erects walls too flimsy to withstand the potential force of angry winds in an uncertain future. It can’t be true, a few remark. No democratic government would seek to systemically stultify science, ignore the importance of preserving deeply relevant scientific research, or wantonly trash thousands of volumes documenting important works spanning more than a hundred years. No one seems able to offer a credible explanation for such action. All of it, therefore, must be a terrible hoax.

Listening May Become Easier For Vermilion Residents Karen Nedzielski

Vermilion. Last week was the first in a number of scheduled clinic dates where residents can Vermilion residents are able to access have hearing tests performed to deterhearing testing and related services on mine if they suffer from hearing loss. Derek Halbig, a hearing practitioner with a regular basis within the community of Reporter

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If the ear buds do not fit correctly, the listener may tend to increase the volume to accommodate. Properly fitting ear buds can help prevent that to a certain degree. The clinic also offers custom ear buds fitted to each client’s preferences. Some clients Halbig sees have trouble sorting out background noise from immediate conversation. He said although not all of the unwanted noise can be eliminated, the use of a hearing device can definitely clear up conversations. At the clinic clients can also have routine maintenance performed right at the clinic such as battery replacements, adjustments as well as tube replacements. The clinic also offers a number of assisted living devices such as amplified phones which have volume adjustment levels to accommodate each person in the household. The clinic is open at the Vermilion Seniors Centre twice a month from January to the end of June and appointments can be made by calling the Lloydminster clinic at 780-875-4884.

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to allow the oilfield traffic to access the property through the use of Texas gates, but wanted to fence off the property. Carry Grant, Public Works Superintendent for the County of Vermilion River, said although the road is lightly used, it does join lease roads at both ends. Grant’s recommendation was not to close the road in case it was ever needed for access to the lease sites in the future. The County Council members agreed with Grant’s recommendations and voted to have the road remain open.

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such as peaches. The blancmange can be poured into a small pie shell that has been lined with a cooked pastry crust or a graham wafer crust and chilled. It is then topped with freshly whipped cream, and served as a vanilla cream pie. If you use almond extract, then you would have an almond cream pie that could be garnished with slivered almonds on top of the whipped cream. If you used rosewater, the garnish could be wild rose petals, which by the way are edible. Rose petals can be picked in the early summer and dried for later use year round. I want you to know that two per cent milk makes the best pudding, as skim milk lacks the creaminess of a good pudding. The three per cent masks some of the flavour, but you can try it and compare which type of milk you like the best. You can also use unsweetened almond milk with good results.

A warm pudding is comforting on a cold winter ’s day. This pudding has been around for ages, since the middle ages to be exact. The name is French in origin and means white food. It is also called vanilla pudding. For the English version use almond extract instead of the vanilla. Almond extract keeps the pudding whiter than vanilla. Start with one half teaspoon of the almond extract and adjust the amount according to your taste. More exotic versions use rosewater to flavour the desert. Rosewater can be found in the ethnic area of larger grocery stores. I remember my mom making blancmange in the 1960s and 70s. Back then the recipe used to be on the side of the cornstarch box. When I got Blancmange old enough to cook it was one of the 2 cups 2 per cent milk recipes I made over and over. It is an 3 tablespoons cornstarch elegant dessert that is very simple to 3 tablespoons sugar cook and uses basic ingredients. It is 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla often served in desert bowls, but it can In a heavy bottomed pot add all of also be poured into a lightly greased the ingredients, stir to dissolve the mold, chilled and then unmolded on a cornstarch. Place over medium low serving plate. It can be garnished with berries, or a dash of jam or fresh fruit heat, about four on an electric stove

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Use the blancmange recipe as above, but stir in one well mashed ripe banana after the pudding has cooked. This banana pudding can also be used as a pie filling, topped again with whipped cream. I usually cut up part of another banana into slices and layer the slices on top of the pie crust before pouring in the filling. Since bananas brown, this pie is best eaten in a day or two.

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The Vermilion Voice January 13, 2014

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J.R. Robson News Shawna Craig Submitted

J.R. Robson Students Raise Money For Typhoon Relief On the last day of school before Christmas break, both students and staff enjoyed activities set up by the pirate crews. Many arrived in comfy PJ’s and indulged in a yummy pancake breakfast to start the morning. It was a fun filled afternoon as students got to take part in a scavenger hunt challenge, watch the movie ‘Grown Ups’, eat hot dogs, play volleyball or basketball, and get ready to start the holiday. The highlight of the afternoon though was the huge inflatable bouncy castle. It was a huge success as staff and students enjoyed the chance to race each other through the obstacle course. Mr. Grosky, our Assistant Principal helped raise $121 for

Typhoon relief which was matched by the government, by challenging Mrs. Polishuk, our high school science teacher to a race through the castle. It was quite the sight and cheers could be heard throughout the school! The Grade 10 Social class held a donation drive in the middle of December to collect money for the Canadian Red Cross to help aid relief in the Philippines, as a result of Typhoon Haiyan. They raised a whopping $529 which was also matched by the government. Thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser! On Thur. Jan. 23 JR Robson will b e h os tin g a VI B E Day fo r a ll J r. High Students including Clandonald, Mannville and St. Jerome’s. Students will be divided into groups and rotated through 14 sessions throughout the day such as woodwork, first aid, selfesteem, cultural games, team building and sports psychology to name a few.

Snacks and lunch are provided as well. With almost 300 students scheduled to take part, it is bound to be an exciting day. We are also excited to have Ms. Waldorf back from medical leave. She is healthy, well rested and …. will also be known as Mrs. Baker now! Congratulations on your wedding and we so happy to have you back. Yearbooks for 2014 are on sale and order forms can be picked up in the newsletter, library or office. They will be selling for $37 each. The Yearbook crew is working hard on this year’s book and are still looking for more action shots of students on school sports teams during games or practices from any parents or students themselves. Please contact Mrs. Hart or the office if you’ve got some good ones. Just a reminder that the High School January Exam schedule is available in the J.R. Robson monthly newsletter

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and on our website. Exams for Grade 10-12 students will run Monday, Jan. 13 – Tuesday, Jan. 28. Classes for junior high students will run as normal and any midterm exams will take place during regular class time. Dates to Remember: Jan. 23 Vibe Day for Jr. High, Jan. 27 - PAC Meeting 7 p.m., Jan. 30 & 31 No School, Feb. 5 Early Dismissal.

Enbridge Presents Funds For Thermal Imaging Camera Karen Nedzielski Reporter

Craig Matwick of Enbridge Pipeline presents the County of Minburn and the Village of Innisfree Fire Departm ent with a d o natio n fo r $7,5 0 0 towards the purchase of a Bullard T3 thermal imaging camera. This special camera reveals hidden fire and distinguishes hotter objects. The donation, made in early December of 2013, was on behalf o f E n b r i d g e ’s S a fe C o m m u n i t i e s program. An Enbridge press release dated N ov. 21, s tate d th e p res e ntati o n would be made that day to Minburn County Fire Chief, Ross Warren. Due to inclement weather, the presen-

t ati o n wa s p o s tp o n e d u nti l e a r l y December. In the press release Craig Matwick, Advisor & Community Relations for Enbridge, said they were pleased to support the County of Minburn Fire Department because they help keep our community safe. “The new equipment will help keep of f i ce r s s afe by a l e r ti n g th e m of hidden fires and scorching objects when responding to dangerous situations. The safety of the people who live and work in communities where Enbridge operates remains the company’s highest priority. That’s why Enbridge is proud to suppor t organizations that are focused on community safety,” said Matwick.

THANK YOU

The Vermilion Community Food Bank sends out a hearty “Thank You” to Vermilion and surrounding communities for your generous support throughout the year. The food drives, monetary donations, businesses, schools, churches, the many many anonymous donations and garden produce are greatly appreciated. Also to our volunteers a big “Thank You”. You make the food bank function.

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HOBBIS

The family of the late Robert and Violet Hobbis would like to thank all of our family and friends for their support during this difficult time. Thank you for the phone calls, text messages, emails, Facebook messages and cards of condolences. Thank you to those who sent food, food baskets and flowers it was so thoughtful of you and very much appreciated. We would also like to thank the Doctors , nurses and staff of the Vermilion Hospital for their care and compassion. Thank you to Gerry Wilson and the staff at Lakeland Funeral for easing our stress and taking care of the necessary arrangements. A heartfelt thank you to Rev. Peter Marsh for the words of comfort and for providing a beautiful burial service. Thanks to the Vermilion Seniors Center for the use of the hall, and Diane Dunn and Judy Wowyitka for the wonderful lunch they provided. Thank you to all who came to our Parent’s Celebration of Life and shared many stories with us. We were truly comforted by the memories and kind words. We would like to thank those who made donations in our parents name, we know they would be so appreciative of that. There are not enough words to express our gratitude to everyone. From the bottom of our hearts thank you so much Wayne and Lynn Hobbis, Gerry Hobbis and Rita Chilibeck, Lee and Susan Moses and all of the our families. Mom and Dad will be very forever in our hearts..

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Issue 495

School News

Dewberry School Susanna Pankiw Submitted

Celebrating Successes At Dewberry School “Don’t wait for something big to occur. Start where you are, with what you have, and that will always lead you into something greater.” - Mary Manin Morrissey The students and staff at Dewberry School definitely don’t have to wait for something big to occur; they are living examples of the greatness that surrounds this community. Even though the magic of Christmas left the building, the after effects, like pebbles in a pond, continued to radiate. Their local food drive, along with assistance from the Dewberry Mustangs and the Agriculture Society produced 238 lbs of food that was dropped off at the Lloydminster Interval Home and $55

donated to the Men’s Shelter. The dawning of the new year rang in New Year’s resolutions and wishes for many good times to come. Claps and cheers could be heard in the gym as a colorful display of citizenship qualities set off fireworks of pride. Students were recognized for outstanding attributes of leadership, organization and perfect attendance. Even though the feasting was over, the staff and sometimes fellow students of the Breakfast Club continued to provide a warm, yet nutritional daily welcome. The smell of toast and fresh fruit welcomed the students and they enjoyed some friendly interaction with the staff. These morning routines are like mini celebrations of the special bonding that has created an impressive ambiance to the Dewberry School environment. Decorations have been taken down

but are not gone; instead they serve an instructional purpose now. The students will become artists and their canvas will be a blank piece of paper where they will paint pictures with words. Some of our budding artists have been the Grade 1/2 class that have been very busy becoming authors! There has been a large focus on learning their Smartie Sight Words and using them in their Creative Writing. Students were given the opportunity to become authors, and create an alternate ending to the story ‘The Very Cranky Bear’ by Nick Bland. The outcome was fabulous and they were very proud of their work! They will eventually move towards a drama portion and be able to re-enact their new story creations! Another group of blossoming authors is the Grade 3/4 class! They have been focusing on generating fabulous word choices for “overused” words. With a little

help from “Fancy Nancy” and her interesting substitutions for boring words they are learning how to use the wonderful invention of the thesaurus! Eventually, they will swap the forbidden words in their creative story writing to more sensational, vivid and “showing” expressions. Don’t you think staying in your jammies helps keep you inspired? P.J. Day at Dewberry School brought out greatness in so many ways. From fantastic smiles to inventive story creations, the comfort provided an overall positive atmosphere that the staff and students exuded that day (and every day). With the new year off to such a magnificent start, we can’t wait to see what the rest of the school year has in store! We don’t intend to wait around for greatness but rather we will continue to lead the way with remarkable accomplishments!

County Postpones Decision On Oil-To-Railcar Loading Facility Karen Nedzielski Reporter

Will the County be able to handle an emergency such as a train derailment? The question was brought forth by Division 3 Councillor Stacey Hryciuk at the regular county meeting on Jan. 7. With the proposed ALTEX Energy’s oilto-railcar loading terminal it has brought the concern to not only the members of council but to area residents as well. Orest Popil, County Fire Chief for Vermilion River, attended the council meeting and spoke about the emergency preparedness measures that would be taken, should the site be approved for re-zoning. An adequate supply of water and fire suppressant foam would remain on hand with the fire department should there be a fire at the location. A supply of foam would most likely be kept at the proposed site as well. The proposed site of the terminal is to be located just east of the Cargill Grain terminal east of Vermilion. Later that evening a public hearing was

held at the Vermilion Seniors Centre to review the proposed County of Vermilion River Bylaw 13-15, the Re-designation of a portion of S1/2 - 35 - 50 - 6 - W4M being approximately 92 acres from Agricultural to Industrial district. A number of speakers addressed their concerns to Council including Mike Schmidt who read aloud a letter he had written on behalf of himself and his parents, Larry and Diane Schmidt. The Schmidts have been county taxpayers for more than 20 years and if the proposed terminal goes ahead at that particular location, Schmidt said they will be forced to move. “We are not against economic growth, we are just opposed to this location,” said Schmidt, speaking on behalf of his family. Schmidt’s parents recently subdivided a portion of their land to allow for the development of a yard site for Mike Schmidt and his family. With the recent developments, Schmidt has held off any plans of building on the family’s property. He and his family currently reside in the Town of Vermilion. Marion Ferbey was also among the speakers at the public hearing. She

stated that she had visited the Lashburn, Saskatchewan location terminal and witnessed firsthand the odour and noise related to the facility which she said was very “unsettling” to her. Ferbey said she had also seen large trucks idling for long periods of time unloading the oil product as well as waiting to unload. Ferbey stated if the proposed site was approved by Council, they would be responsible for making everyone in the area vulnerable. Ferbey seemed to echo Councillor Hryciuk’s concern of emergency services being capable of handling a disaster as seen in the recent months across the country. She ended her presentation with a picture of Lac-Mégantic, Quebec, after the oil tanker train derailment this past summer which destroyed much of the downtown area and killed 42 people and left five more unaccounted for and presumed dead. Heine Westergaard also spoke to the Council and said although he works with the oil industry he said he was certain the members of council would not want this in

their backyard. Westergaard also expressed his concern with the road condition of Township Road 510 east of Vermilion. The road would most likely act as a thoroughfare for much of the proposed terminal traffic and Westergaard said the condition of that road is “lacking.” Vice-President Business Development and Logistics for Altex, Randy Meyer was also in attendance of the public hearing and took a turn at the podium to address council. Meyer said Altex Energy prides itself on working with the communities where their terminals are located. He also stated there are many benefits to moving ahead with the proposed terminal, citing approximately 70 - 80 jobs of which he said a huge number of them may be filled by women. After all the presentations were made, members of council decided at this time they could not proceed with the second or third reading of the proposed bylaw and needed more times to discuss the issues associated with the proposed oil-to-railcar terminal.

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and activities to capture almost everyone’s interests, it may be cribbage, military whist, bridge, 5-pin bowling, swimming, darts, scrabble, bocce, floor curling or perhaps creative writing. As you plan your new year, consider joining these two groups to enhance your lifestyle. You could also be a qualifier for the games. If this sounds like its impossible to qualify for these games, we had our own seniors bring home medals last summer; Howard Row - Silver for Golf; Elsie Quickstad - Silver for horseshoes; Contract Bridge - Gold for Margaret Bagley, Katy Harrison, Gudrun Baranyk, and Dave Clennett. For those that are not as competitive, the Senior Centre also has activities likes the monthly potluck whereby everyone brings their favorite dishes to share, often local entertainment is included in the price of the ticket, there is also the seniors choir for those that enjoy music, and once a month all the members enjoy celebrating their comrades birthdays or anniversaries with cake and ice cream. Happy New Year!

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School News

St. Jerome School News Margaret McCormack Submitted

St. J’s Students Settle Back Into Classes Happy New Year and a blessed 2014! We hope everyone had a very Christfilled and family-filled Christmas. We are very excited to welcome three new staff members to St. Jerome’s. Mrs. Carol Krys will be working as an Educational Assistant in the Middle level and Mrs. Una-Mae Johre and Mrs. Kristy Reiniger as Educational Assistants in the kindergarten room. Also congratulations to Mrs. Sarah Squires and family on the safe arrival of a new baby boy over the Christmas holidays. The staff and students would like to

pass on their appreciation to our janitors, Ernie and Dorothy Decker for the fabulous job they did cleaning and refreshing the school. It was sparkling and shining bright the first day back at school. We have had an awesome first week back. It was great to get back to school to see all our friends and to get back into routine. Many sports teams were represented in the hallways as we dressed up in jerseys for “Jersey Day” on Jan. 9, but I think the most popular jersey was the Vermilion Tigers. We attended our first school mass of 2014 on January 9. The Student Council members did a wonderful job of the readings, prayers, and gift procession. Thank you also to Mrs. Sanson and the Grade Five Choir for their fabulous singing. Father Roger’s message was about how we can respond to the love of God by loving others

and that the first two steps are patience and forgiveness. He also encouraged us all to thank Jesus every day for loving us and tell Him how much we love him. High School students are finishing up their first term courses and will soon be writing Diploma and final exams. A schedule of the exams are in the newsletter and on the website at stjschool.org. Also ever parent is able to log into their child’s marks on the St. Jerome website through Homelogic. If you have not received a username and password please contact the school. Last day of classes for Grade twelve students is Jan. 20 and the last day of classes for Grade 10 and 11 students is Jan. 23. There is no school for all students on Jan. 30 and Jan. 31. The second semester begins on Feb. 3. At St. Jerome’s we are hoping to getting our Jam-Can Curling up and running. Mr.

and Mrs. Moir have been working very hard getting the Curling Rink, which is in the fenced basketball area this year. We are looking for used curling brooms. If you have any brooms to donate please bring them to the school office. Thank you to Gayla Klutz for donating her Knights of Columbus Christmas Shopping Spree to the St. Jerome’s Hot Lunch Program. This generous kindness will benefit many students at our school. The Hot Lunch Program is looking for volunteers to help over the noon hour. If you are interested please contact the school office or Carla at the school. The Grade 5 and 6 students will be going on their Ski Trip to Kinosoo Ridge on Jan. 22. They will be leaving at 7 a.m. and arriving home at 6 p.m.

County Supports No Boundary Change For Minor Hockey Karen Nedzielski Reporter

The County of Vermilion River Council addressed a letter from the Kitscoty Minor Hockey Association (KMHA) requesting a letter of support from Council, against the proposed Lloydminster Minor Hockey Association (LMHA) Boundary changes. The KMHA was previously approached by LMHA with the possibility of changing the boundary but the Kitscoty organization denied the proposal. Lloydminster has now appealed to Hockey Alberta, in what KMH believes, “to force a boundary move.” The letter states the Kitscoty association currently has 134 players and if the proposed boundary change goes through, it may cause a lower enrollment in the organization and the group may be forced to increase fees and ice rentals. Chris Leighton, president for KMHA, said that if Lloydminster is successful in having the boundary changed, it will cripple the smaller hockey clubs and cause lengthy travel time to practices and games.

“Lloydminster doesn’t have enough ice time for the players they have,” said Leighton. He stated this year the Lloydminster U16 team has been using the Kitscoty arena once a week because there are not enough slots in ice time for Lloydminster. Leighton said that a number of players from Kitscoty have been playing in the Lloydminster association under false addresses, adding that Kitscoty asked to have a meeting regarding that issue and were also denied the opportunity. “The Lloydminster association went above all the other associations to try to force the boundary move,” Leighton said. LMHA General Manager Darrell Wagner, said their association asked to meet with Kitscoty, Marwayne and Paradise Valley associations to discuss the proposed boundary change more than two years ago but were declined the opportunity by the other associations. Wagner cited an example of a LMHA member and family, who moved outside of the City of Lloydminster to an acreage.

Their property is located on the west side of Range Road 15, which is approximately five kilometers west of Lloydminster. The player has been playing with the Lloydminster teams since the Initiation level. That player may now be forced to play with the neighbouring association. Range Road 15 is the current boundary and the Lloydminster association is looking to extend that boundary an additional one mile to the west, and also change the boundaries to the north and south.

KMH agrees that the boundaries could be changed, but only to match that of the school boundaries. Those proposed boundary changes would also affect the Marwayne and Paradise Valley associations. Council members agreed to provide the letter of support to Kitscoty Minor Hockey to oppose the proposed boundary change. Currently the LMHA sits with 1,014 members in it organization, nearly ten times the number in Kitscoty.

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CAREER TRAINING

COUNSELLOR TRAINING ONLINE. Register before January 22 at www.collegemhc.com. Mental Health Counsellor Certificate/Diploma, Recognized. Available: Supervision, membership, insurance, employment/placement assistance, client referrals. LEARN FROM HOME. Earn from home. Huge is a demand for Medical Transcriptionists. Start your online learning today with CanScribe Career College; www. canscribe.com. 1-800-466-1535; info@canscribe. com.

COMING EVENTS

QUALITY ASSURANCE COURSE for Health Canada’s Commercial Marijuana Program. February 22 & 23, Best Western Hotel, Kelowna, BC. Tickets: www. greenlineacademy.com or 1-855-860-8611 or 250-870-1882.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

SALES POSITION ACE is looking for individuals interested in selling and managing vegetation control projects for our clients across western Canada Strong interpersonal skills, sense of humor, ability to

communicate. Service is key to this position. Email your resume to acemail@acevegetation.com, or fax to 780-955-9426. HD LICENSED MECHANIC for the stony Plain/Westlock/Barrhead area. Must be willing to obtain CVIP licence. Please email or fax applications to: Carillion Canada Inc.; dlefsrud@carillionalberta.ca. Fax 780336-2461. HELP WANTED: AG Mechanic/Service Manager required on farm/feedlot operation in south central Alberta. Mechanic licence an asset but not required. Competitive wages and benefits. Housing available. Please fax resume to 403-546-2445. Email: careers@klassenagriventures.ca. EAGLESHAM GOLF COURSE is seeking the services of a Club House Manager. For a full description of this job please email: dbsquires@wispernet.ca. HEAVY DUTY Mechanic/Shop Foreman. Experienced in hydraulics, diesel engines, prime movers, tracked vehicles as well as spray equipment. This is an opportunity for field work and shop. Please send resume to: acemail@acevegetation.com or fax 780955-9426 or mail to: Ace, 2001 - 8 St., Nisku, AB, T9E 7Z1. TJ LOGGING of Whitecourt, Alberta is accepting resumes for experienced heavy duty operators, dozer/buncher/hoe/skidder/processor/delimber for immediate employment. Fax resume 780-7782428. THERE IS A CRITICAL need for Medical Transcriptionists across Canada. Work from home. CanScribe graduates welcome and encouraged to apply. Apply through MTR at www.hds-mt.com/jobs. FULL-TIME BAKERY MANAGER required at Sobeys in Olds, Alberta. 40 hours per week. Benefits. Fax resume to 403-556-8652 or email: sbyc125olds@ sobeys.com. ORAS COMMUNICATIONS Rocky Mountain House, Alberta is seeking an Installation Tech. Install various electronic components in vehicles to a high standard, fault find, field work & advancement possibilities, benefits. Email resume to: orascomm@telus.net. PRIME MOVER/MULCHER OPERATORS. Ace Vegetation is hiring Mulcher, Hydro-Ax and Posi-Track operators. Class 1 license an asset. For details 780955-8980. Send resume to Ace at 2001 - 8 St. Nisku, AB T9E 7Z1; fax: 780-955-9426 or email: acemail@acevegetation.com. INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: www.awna.com/resumes_add.php.

for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-2505252. WANTED. Hannas Seeds seeking distributors for forage, turf, native and reclamation seed. Good commissions. Contact Dave at 1-800-661-1529 or dave@hannasseeds.com. WITH 24 YEARS EXPERIENCE Alberta Organic Producers Association (AOPA) is Alberta’s only member driven organic organization. Serving producers and processors. To get certified call Kathy 780-9395808 or visit www.albertaorganicproducers.org.

FOR SALE

NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228. METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888-263-8254. STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. STEEL BUILDING. “The Big Year End Clear Out!” 20x22 $4,259. 25x24 $4,684. 30x34 $6,895. 35x36 $9,190. 40x48 $12,526. 47x70 $17,200. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685422; www.pioneersteel.ca. RECLAIMED BUILDING MATERIALS. Beautiful oak doors with hardware and frames. Clean, high quality carpet tile. Theatre seats. Old growth grain elevator timbers. Metal office shelving. 587-439-7840. LOOKING FOR a shop? Post Frame Buildings. AFAB Industries has experience, expertise, reliability and great construction practices. For a free quote, contact Ryan Smith 403-818-0797 or email: ryan. afab@gmail.com.

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ATTENTION HOME BUILDERS! No Warranty = No Building Permit. Contact Blanket Home Warranty for details. 1-888-925-2653; www.blanketltd.ca. DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161. CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon. U.S. travel waiver. (24 hour record check). Divorce? Simple. Fast. Inexpensive. Debt recovery? Alberta collection to $25,000. Calgary 403-228-1300/1800-347-2540; www.accesslegalresearch.com. GET BACK on track! Bad credit? Bills? Unemployed? Need money? We lend! If you own your own home you qualify. Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com. DROWNING IN DEBT? Cut debts more than 60% & debt free in half the time! Avoid bankruptcy! Free consultation; www.mydebtsolution.com or toll free 1-877-556-3500. BBB rated A+. BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok. Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587437-8437, Belmor Mortgage.

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DATE: JAN. 25 & 26 TIME: 10-4 EACH DAY WHERE: J.R. ROBSON ART ROOM COST: $75

SERVICES

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Get job ready in no time with one of Lakeland College’s many short-term courses or programs. Phone 1 800 661 6490 today! • Accounting technician • Early learning and child care You will like our prices! Take the time to give us a call! • Educational assistant • Esthetician Lloydminster 780-875-6636, Toll Free # 1-888• Firefighter • Health care aide 858-1011. • Pre-employment (hairstylist, welding, electrician) • Renewable energy and conservation Campuses in Vermilion and Lloydminster

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program and while they ate, they also did some activities with our Leadership 7 class. The seniors compared life at school Seniors Citizens Visit today versus when they attended. One Mannville School senior even mentioned that the whole Through collaboration with the FCSS’ school he attended was the size of our S.M.I.L.E and Building Bridges Program, students’ lunch room. On behalf of the we welcomed Glen Berg, Anita Williams, Leadership classes, we would like to say Barbara Warrilow, Francis Perron and thank you to FCSS for this enlightenMary Monkman to our school for a school ing opportunity of our students spending some time with some elders in our own Double Tim to Hortons visitDouble on Jan. Enterprises 9. The seniorsLtd. wereo/a treated tour, coffee, and a game community. 306 a52school st Vermilion, ABsnacks T9x 0A8 The Kindergarten theme for this cards with our Leadership 9 students. ood of Service Supervisor month is Winter/Snowmen and Polar and They also had a sample of our hot lunch Susan Obrigewitch Submitted

ull time/Shift Work 12.96/hr + benefits pply in person ax: 780-854-9093 mail: kwtimhortons@gmail.com We are a progressive

Resumes may be sent to Donna Taylor email: donna_taylor@dennill.com fax: 780-847-3062 mail: Box 59, Dewberry, AB T0B 1G0

Grade 9 Leadership students Marty Jackson and Chelsea Zapisocky, visit with seniors as a part of the Building Bridges Program. Photo submitted. Antarctic animals with Mrs. Tod’s favorite, Penguins! They hope to experiment with snow and ice, play with sparkly snow playdough and hopefully get to build real snowmen if the weather permits! Basketball started in December. The

BOOKKEEPER / RECEPTIONIST Farm Equipment Retailer With an opening for a full-time position of Receptionist/ office assistant. Accounting experience an asset. Competitive wages. Complete Benefit package and RRSP plan available.

Building Bridges Program at Mannville School

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members of the junior boys basketball team are currently Sam Rutt, Curtis Ludwig, Corbin Eldstrom, Glenn Storch, Diego Tinoco, Shayne Heward, Shawn Heward, Zach Leronowich, Max Amero, Tyson Dufault and Kurtis Thibault. Their first game will be in Mannville on Jan. 16 against Marwayne, followed by a Tournament in Marwayne on Jan. 18 and 19. Anyone in the community interested in refereeing basketball games, please contact Coach Kari Boulay at the school. VIBE is hosting a VIBE Day on Thursday, Jan. 23 at JR Robson. Our junior high students will be participating in a variety of classes that focus on good mental health (how to deal with loss, self esteem, addictions, tobacco awareness, healthy relationships, test anxiety, Yoga), and classes that teach students new skills (Art, woodworking, first aid, cake decorating, team building, speed stacks, babysitting activities). Lunch will be provided for all students as well as snacks throughout the day. Final exam schedules have been handed out to the high school students. Good luck everyone! A glance ahead shows no school for Jan. 20 and 31 and semester two starts on Feb. 3. Feb. 3 is also report card day for students in Grades seven to twelve.

THE POSITION

• The Lender will join a team who are responsible for the continued maintenance and development of the consumer loan and residential mortgage portfolio. • Lenders will be required to market and promote a wide variety of credit union products and services to existing and prospective members. • Assist with loan delinquency controls • The successful candidate will report to the Manager, Lending Services

REQUIREMENTS

If you share our passion for quality at every level – in the work we do, in the products we sell, and the people we work with – then Viterra is the place for you.

• Previous consumer lending experience required • Strong business and communication skills • Time management and organizational skills are essential • Sound working knowledge of Window based computer systems • Strong analytical and analysis skills • Post secondary education in a related field an asset

Quality ingredients start with quality people.

COMPENSATION

Facility Assistant

• Salary commensurate with experience and education • Comprehensive benefit package • Opportunity for educational and personal development within the organization

THE CREDIT UNION

A multi branch organization with combined assets of $155M, loans of $119M, deposits of $142M. Staff of 27. Consistent, clear quarterly and government audits.

THE COMMUNITY

Vermilion is a vibrant rural community with a strong business base serving both the agricultural and oil/gas industries. Vermilion is located 200 km east of Edmonton on highway 16 and has a population of approx.. 4500. The community offers K-12 schooling, a community college, regional hospital, Provincial Park, and full recreation facilities including a 9 hole golf course. Closing Date:

Jan 31, 2014 Submit Resume to: Brian Hodgson, Manager, Lending Services Vermilion Credit Union Ltd 5019-50 Ave Vermilion, AB T9X 1A7 Fax: (780) 853-4361 Email:bhodgson@alberta-cu.com

Vermilion, AB

We are looking for a self-starter to join our team. As the Facility Assistant, you will be responsible for tasks associated with receiving, processing and shipping of grain, 14012CV0 as well as general labour in and around the facility. Ideal candidates have a Grade 12 education or equivalent and a valid Class 5 driver’s licence. Preference will be given to applicants with agri-business experience. Tracking number 3204. Viterra offers a competitive salary and benefits plan. The closing date for applications is January 22, 2014. Visit Viterra.com to apply or for further information on career opportunities at our Regina Head Office and throughout our North American asset network.

Viterra is an exciting and dynamic company that works directly with farmers to provide premium quality food ingredients to the world’s most discerning food manufacturers. Together, we seek to fulfill the nutritional needs of people everywhere. Guided by our values of integrity, trust and respect, our goal is to achieve a workforce as diverse as the people we serve. We encourage aboriginal people, persons with disabilities, women, visible minorities and others to join our team! Visit viterra.com

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Clandonald School Tracy Snider Submitted

Clandonald Students Forfeit Christmas Gifts For Charity Each month the staff and students a t C l a n d o n a l d S c h o o l fo c u s o n a virtue to improve and celebrate our moral character. December’s virtue is generosity; ver y fitting for this time of year. This is one virtue that our students need little improvement in and we have much to appreciate. Our Grades 1, 2, and 3 class decided to forgo the annual Christmas gift exc h a n g e a n d d o n a te th e m o n ey they would have spent on presents. Together they went shopping at the Clandonald Country Store for items to give to both the food bank and Santa’s Anonymous returning to school with full arms and big smiles. Giving felt so good that they decided to host a book sale featuring their own original works. This was a huge success and they raised an additional $177 to add to their donations! T h e J u n i o r H i g h f i n i s h e d th e i r French class and have begun a sewing unit. Once they learned the basics of operating our new sewing machines they were quick to finish their first project, fleece mittens. Any community members with a basic knowledge of sewing and a few hours to volunteer with the class would be greatly appreciated. If you are interested call Mrs. Jackson at the school 780-8532122.

Christmas spirit filled the air during the final week before the holidays. Each morning the whole school met in the hallway to sing traditional carols to kick-start the day. On Wednesday we all travelled together on Randy Boreshchuk’s bus to attend an aftern o o n p e r fo r m a n ce o f “A C h r i s tmas Carol” at the Citadel theatre in Edmonton. Thank you to Randy for

donating his time and to the Clandonald Fire Department whose generous donation made this trip possible. On Thursday evening the excitement built as the students had a chance to showcase their own talent in “The Best Gift Ever” Christmas production. The concert was well attended by families and community members alike. Even Santa Claus stopped by to share in the

fun! We wrapped up 2013 in our pajamas and enjoyed at pancake lunch prepared by the Dutchaks. Thank you again to the Clandonald Fire Department for donating the supplies each year. The staff and students of Clandonald School wish you all the best in 2014! Dates to note for January: Jan. 8 - Early dismissal, Jan. 13 - Parent Council meeting at 7 p.m., Jan. 24 Movie Night Monsters’ University at 7 p.m., Jan. 28 - Hockey Hooky, Jan. 29 - Ski Trip, Jan. 30 and 31 - No School.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY PART TIME REPORTER Willing to Train Excellent opportunity for Students Earn extra $$$

Photo submitted.

Drop resume in person at 5006-50 Ave. Vermilion or email vermilionvoice@gmail.com fax to: 780-853-5426 Call Sue at 780-853-6305

NELSON RTM HOMES TRADE QUOTATIONS - 2014 CLOSING DATE – JANUARY 24, 2014

Nelson Ready to Move Homes located in Lloydminster, Alberta is looking for qualified trades interested in construction of the RTM Homes for the 2014 construction year. • • • • •

Framers Siding Installers Shingle Installers Eavestrough Installers Electricians

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All trades must have the following: - WCB for Alberta & Saskatchewan - GST number. - Must provide their own tools & required safety equipment. - Must have their own safety program

Contact the following to pick up your tender package: Dwayne Jenkin - RTM Coordinator Nelson Lumber Company Ltd. #1 Kam’s Industrial Park RR #15 & Highway 16 west Lloydminster, AB, Phone:(780) 871-6364 (Only successful trades will be contacted)

Finish Carpenters Cabinet Installers Flooring- supply installation

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Wise customers read the fine print: •, *, ‡ The Motor Trend Truck of the Year Sales Event offers are limited time offers which apply to retail deliveries of selected new and unused models purchased from participating dealers on or after January 7, 2014. Offers subject to change and may be extended without notice. All pricing includes freight ($1,695) and excludes licence, insurance, registration, any dealer administration fees, other dealer charges and other applicable fees and taxes. Dealer trade may be necessary. Dealer may sell for less. •$28,998 Purchase Price applies to 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 (23A+AGR) only and includes $8,500 Consumer Cash and freight. *$8,500 in Consumer Cash Discounts are available on new 2014 Ram 1500 models (excluding Reg Cab). See your dealer for complete details. ‡4.29% purchase financing for up to 96 months available on the new 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 model to qualified customers on approved credit through Royal Bank of Canada, Scotiabank and TD Auto Finance. Example: 2014 Ram 1500 Quad Cab SXT 4x4 with a Purchase Price of $28,998 (including applicable Consumer Cash and Bonus Cash Discounts) financed at 4.29% over 96 months with $0 down payment equals 208 bi-weekly payments of $165 with a cost of borrowing of $5,284 and a total obligation of $34,282. &Based on Automotive News classification and 2014 Ram 1500 3.6 L V6 4x2 and 8-speed transmission. 11.4 L/100 km (25 MPG) City and 7.8 L/100 km (36 MPG) Highway. Based on 2013 EnerGuide fuel consumption guide ratings published by Natural Resources Canada. Government of Canada test methods used. Your actual fuel consumption will vary based on powertrain, driving habits and other factors. Ask your dealer for complete EnerGuide information. »$1,500 Ram Truck Loyalty/Conquest Bonus Cash is available to qualified customers on the retail purchase/lease of any 2012/2013 Ram 2500/3500 models (excluding Cab & Chassis models) and 2013 Ram 1500 (excludes Reg Cab models) and is deducted from the negotiated price after taxes. Eligible customers include current owners/lessees of a Dodge or Ram pickup truck or any other manufacturer’s pickup truck. The vehicle must have been owned/leased by the eligible customer and registered in their name on or before January 7, 2014. Proof of ownership/lease agreement will be required. Additional eligible customers include licensed tradesmen and those working towards Skilled Trade certification. Some conditions apply. See your dealer for complete details. ±Best-selling based on R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. 2014 CY new vehicle registrations for retail sales of large Heavy Duty/Super Duty5 pickups. 5Heavy Duty/Super Duty vehicles include: 2500/3500 Series Ram Trucks, 2500 and 3500 Series for GMC and Chevrolet Trucks, F250/F350 and F450 series for Ford Trucks. ¥Based on longevity of entire Ram large pickup segment compared to all competitive large pickups on the road since 1988. Longevity based on R. L. Polk Canada, Inc. Canadian Vehicles in Operation data as of November 1, 2013 for model years 1988-2013 for all large pickups sold and available in Canada over the last 25 years. )Based on 2013 Automotive News full-size pickup segmentation. TMThe SiriusXM logo is a registered trademark of SiriusXM Satellite Radio Inc.

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number of dealerships for the cab and chassis and also for a deck for the unit. The County had budgeted $83,000 for the new unit which would include the truck, The County of Vermilion River will be deck as well as outfitting it with a complete adding a third unit to its spraying fleet. The spraying unit. County currently has two spray truck units The lowest tender for the truck itself was with one being a fairly older unit. just over $45,000. The cost of the deck The County tendered bids from a Karen Nedzielski

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Mexico Performs Arm Transplant Successfully Carlos Sandoval, Mexican Ministry of Health Press Release

The patient is satisfactorily making progress. Little by little, the patient is resuming his daily activities. This is the first transplant of the kind performed in Mexico. The surgery was performed on May 18, 2012 at the National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition. The patient was a man aged 53 who had suffered the amputation of both arms due to electrical burns. This was the first arm transplant in Mexico. The patient has not shown signs of any kind of complication and the transplant has not been rejected by his system. The patient, who has shared publicly

his experience, used to destine six hours every day to rehabilitation. Now, he has resumed his daily activities and he has even continued attending Law School. The team of plastic surgeons who participated in the procedure was led by Dr. Martín Iglesias Morales, Head of the Plastic Surgery Service of the National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition. Even though an arm transplant does not represent a necessary procedure to preserve a human life, it is very important to acknowledge that the people who are benefitted by this surgery gain the capacity of reincorporating themselves into society with improved functionality and independence to fulfill their daily activities. Body integrity, a topical aspect of any human life, is given back to people

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JR. B GAME, JAN. 17 AT 8:00 PM VS SADDLE LAKE thanks to this procedure. Currently, two people are enlisted waiting for an arm transplant. To be a candidate for the transplant protocol, the receptor and the donor must resemble in skin color, weight and size. Since this experience requires a lot of moral support, especially during rehabilitation, the patient must also be psychologically healthy and live in a stable family environment. Highlights The Government of Mexico has different National Health Institutes in which cutting-edge medical care is offered. One of those institutes is the National Institute

of Medical Sciences and Nutrition (abbreviated INCMN in Spanish) “Salvador Zubirán”, where the first arm transplant was performed approximately a year ago. The National Institute of Medical Sciences and Nutrition was named after Dr. Salvador Zubirán, a Mexican doctor who educated great physicians and had a transcendental career in the public health sector in Mexico. He fostered the research and study of several illnesses, the formation of specialists, and the widening of infrastructure and necessary equipment. He was a leader and public promoter of creating the right conditions to benefit the population.

4-H Club Report Morgan Nott, Innisfree Minburn 4-H beef club

to having a successful speech or presentation. Our public speaking will be held on February 9th at 1:00 at the Minburn seniors hall. “You be the judge”/ NE 4-H Submitted adventure day will be held on February The Innisfree Minburn 4-H beef club 8th at Lakeland college. Our leaders tour held their meeting on January 8th, 2014 will be February 18th. Our next meeting at the Minburn curling rink. will be February 5th at 7:00 at the InnisWe would like to thank Deanna Jack- free millennium building. son for the wonderful public speaking workshop she gave us at our meeting. She provided us with great ideas and tips

2014 FITNESS The course prepares deck-ready lifeguards to prevent and respond to lifeguard emergencies, create a safe environment, work in teams, and handle public relations in a professional manner. The candidates are continuously evaluated throughout the course based on standard evaluation criteria and complete final skills and knowledge assessments.

Assistant Lifeguard Course

Lakeland College Aquatic Centre, Vermilion, Alberta

Course Length: 25 hours

Course will tentatively run Mid Feb – Early into March Pre-requisites • Candidates must be 12 yrs. Old by March 31,2014 • Minimum Red Cross Level 10 or equivalent Cost: (including materials and certification): $220.00 Now compiling information for an interest list Express Interest by calling the Lakeland College Aquatic Centre at 780-853-8402

• Contact Sheila Heller 780-853-8473 for more details.

CLASSES

Be Fit for Life

Lakeland College GYMNASIUM To register, please call (780) 853-8402 $35.00 + GST ** College Students get Classes for 1/2 Price **

SESSION ONE

Wednesdays

January 22nd - February 26th Pilates 101 4:45 - 5:45 pm Zumba Basic 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Thursdays

January 23rd - February 27th Bootcamp 5:15 - 6:15 pm

SESSION TWO

Wednesdays

March 5th - April 9th Pilates 101 4:45 - 5:45 pm Zumba Basic 6:00 - 7:00 pm

Thursdays

March 6th - April 10th Bootcamp 5:15 - 6:15 pm

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