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This week, Feb. 17, The Vermilion and area Voice celebrates its five hundredth issue. In a photo taken at the Town of Vermilion office, Mayor Bruce MacDuff and town manager Dion Pollard pose with The Voice publisher Sue Chikie, with the very first issue of the only locally owned and operated, free publication. In the newspaper’s humble beginnings, The Voice had a circulation of approximately 5,000 copies and has grown to more than 6,100 papers which are mailed out to residents of Vermilion and 11 other communities. This week’s issue features a number of comments from local businesses and friends of The Voice, on where we came from and where we are now. The Voice will celebrate its tenth anniversary in July of this year and will host a formal celebration for its readers and advertisers who have supported us over the years. Watch for details of that event in future issues of The Voice. See more on page 3.

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Holly Kvill, a consultant with Usborne Books, offered her Britain-originated activity, informative and encyclopedic books geared for children from newborn to preteen ages.

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With the Men’s and Ladies’ bonspiels keeping the ice makers busy, the upstairs was also busy as vendors of the trade fair displayed their various items for sale. The Feb. 15 sale saw everything from jewelry to handmade crafts available for purchase. O’Yarn Scarves and Hoods was one of the tables set up as vendor Francine Mainguy from Sherwood Park offered her handmade scarves. Mainguy makes her fashionable scarves without the use of crochet or knitting needles. She said she was motivated to produce the safer version of the scarves after her niece was accidentally dragged behind a vehicle from having the end of her scarf caught in the door of her bus. Photos Karen Nedzielski.

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The Vermilion Voice is pleased to welcome Angelle Lemire to the team. Angelle moved to Vermilion last July from Lloydminster with her family, boyfriend Dallas Gassner and children Annabelle and Jimmy. Angelle was born and raised in Lloydminster and later moved to the Vancouver area to work in retail. More recently Angelle has been a stay at home mom and now that she is joining the Voice family, she will be out and about at local events within the Vermilion area.

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“Congratulations to the Vermilion Voice. The management and staff at Craig’s wish to sincerely congratulate the Vermilion Voice for their contribution to Vermilion and district during the past ten years. We have had business dealings with the “Voice” each month during the years and have found them to be most reliable and conscientious. We placed an ‘Ad’ in their first edition and have been given excellent service ever since. They deserve a great deal of credit for maintaining a weekly circulation of approximately 5500 with a good newspaper.” ~ To The Voice, we at Craig’s say Thank You.

“Congratulations to all of you at the Voice on your 500th issue! Your hard work and dedication shows every week in the quality and content of each issue.”

“Congratulations to the Vermilion Voice on your 500th edition! What a milestone for our wonderful community! Thank you for keeping us informed and we look forward to the next 500!” ~ Mayor Bruce MacDuff, Town of Vermilion

“I am very impressed with the progress The Voice has made over the years since its inception. You can definitely see by the number of ads each week that it continues to grow. It is an important part of the community providing news and commentary to the Vermilion area. It is due to the hard work of the Publisher, Sue Chikie, that The Voice is where it is today. Her determination and perseverance is a major reason for the newspaper’s success.” ~ Scott Webb

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Hit and Run At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 14, 2014 a vehicle drove through a fence located behind a residence in the 4800 block of 43rd Street in Vermilion, Alberta. The vehicle, a white Chevrolet or GMC quad or crew cab pickup truck, drove through the fence, through a shed and then drove into the garage causing significant damage to the garage as well as a vehicle parked inside. The suspect vehicle fled the scene headed south on 44th Street. The suspect vehicle should

At a p p roxi mately 1:0 0 a.m. o n Februar y 12th, 2014, there was a break and enter to the Mannville UFA gas station. A safe was stolen with an undisclosed amount of money. There was a vehicle involved in the theft which was a newer model, regular cab, Ford pickup truck, white in color. Two males are believed to have committed the theft. If anyone has information regarding this crime or any other crime, please call the Vermilion RCMP at (780)-853-4441 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

Proceeds Of Crime - Cash Seizure On January 31, 2014 the Lloydminster Municipal R.C.M.P. arrested two subjects who were on warrant status from Lloydminster and Prince Albert. The arrest occurred at a residence in Lloydminster, AB. During the investigation, approximately $57,000 in cash was seized. A 25 year old male, Braidy Vermette, and a 26 year old female, Michelle Primeau, both of Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, have been charged with Proceeds of Crime over $5,000 and Breach of Conditions. Both are scheduled to appear in Lloydminster, Alberta Provincial Court on March 18, 2014. Anyone with information regarding any other crime, is asked to contact th e Ll oyd m i n s te r R C M P a t ( 3 0 6) 825-6350, your nearest police service or any local RCMP detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477), via your cell phone text

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driving, and despite the best efforts of the government, enforcement and traffic safety partners, it appears the trend is growing. During February, Alberta’s Integrated Traffic Services, made up of Alberta Traffic Sheriffs and RCMP Traffic members will focus their efforts on enforcing distracted driving laws on provincial highways in order to get the message out: distracted driving can cost you more than a data package. It can result in fines or worse - it can result in a serious or fatal collision. “Even with all this information going out, some drivers are still not getting the

message,” says Superintendent Howard Eaton, Officer-in-Charge, RCMP “K” Division Traffic Services, “We are still attending crashes caused by driver inattention and we still see people talking on the phone, texting or even watching movies.” Eaton recalls a recent event in which Integrated Traffic members received reports of a vehicle being driven erratically during a snowstorm on the Queen Elizabeth II highway. Callers indicated the driver was watching a movie from his laptop. When police stopped the vehicle, the driver was actually watching a movie from his laptop on the dashboard. Superintendent James Stiles of the Alberta Traffic Sheriffs agrees that the behaviour is dangerous and troubling. “Driving is a full time responsibility. It demands all your attention, and when you give it less than your full attention, it can have devastating consequences for you and others who share the road with you.” Integrated Traffic Units consist of RCMP Traffic Services members and Alberta Sheriff Highway Patrol officers working together in a collaborative effort to deliver effective and efficient traffic safety services to Albertans, with a focus on identified enforcement priorities.

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Marking A Milestone Karen Nedzielski Editor

As every year creeps along we all get just a little bit older and in some cases, somewhat wiser. For some aging can be a more difficult aspect than for others and many will drag their heels against Father Time, fighting his ticking time clock all the way. For others who embrace the yearly celebration, it is a time to observe all the achievements of their life and look forward to what is yet to come. Milestone birthdays like hitting the legal age to drive, enter adult establishments, or even retirement can be an exciting moment in one’s life. This week the Vermilion and area

Voice will celebrate the 500th publication of its newspaper. In its humble beginnings, in 2004 the Voice office was located along Railway avenue in Vermilion until moving in 2007 into its current location along Vermilion’s main street. The Voice started out with a minimal number of staff but has maintained FREE delivery to Vermilion and 11 other communities by Canada Post as well as Free pick up at various locations. The locally owned and operated business prides itself in covering as many events in the area as possible and including those stories in its weekly paper. Without the support of the communities it serves, the 500th issue would have never been possible. When visiting a number of businesses over the past week, many people found it hard to

believe that we have now produced our 500th newspaper. When the Voice first opened its doors many questioned the viability of having two papers in a smaller community. The first 12-page publication has now grown and evolved into a very colourful, informative newspaper that appeals to readers of all ages. Staying in business for nearly ten years is an achievement in itself as many don’t make it past their first two years in operation. The bumps and bruises along the way combined with a few growing pains can contribute to the demise of a company before it even gets off the ground. I too, will be marking a milestone birthday next week. It will be the six month mark of my employment with The Voice and although it seems like I have been here forever, I am still meet-

ing a number of new faces as I attend the events in the community. Although I am not really a newcomer to the area, everyone has been very welcoming and inviting. Maybe it was the wonderful Vermilion hospitality that I previously experienced many years ago. Although The Voice is just short of the ten year anniversary, we will be holding a formal celebration this July with a customer appreciation day, to officially mark the occasion. Keep reading the Voice for those details in the coming months. At this time The Voice would like to thank our readers and advertisers for their support over the past 500 issues and look forward to continuing to cover the events and news that matter to Vermilion and area.

Letter To The Editor Large Aggressive Dogs At Large In parks in the province. However, in two Vermilion Provincial Park of my last three visits to the park I have been confronted by large dogs running I have the oppor tunity to travel off leash far ahead of their owners. through Vermilion four to five times per While these family pets may be gentle year. When time permits I enjoy a ski or when in the living room of their owners, walk in the park. It is one of the nicest they are a bundle of Fangs, fur and fury Albertans now able to take unpaid leave to care for a seriously ill relative

when they meet strangers on the trail in the park. They can and will do irreparable damage to the victim. There is no amount of compensation that can repair crashed hands, eyes or any other part of the human anatomy. Before a child is disfigured or is killed

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Around The Campfire Neil B. Stratton Columnist

Well, I had a bit of a comical weekend as my hunting partner Blaine, and I ventured forth for the first all-day ice fishing adventure of the New Year. I woke up with the sunrise to prepare as I was busy in the archery shop the night before. Besides, in mid-winter, Blaine being part bear likes to practise his hibernating skills. First, as I dug my gear out of the shed, I was proud of myself it was all together. I have a small four foot aluminum snow sled with a heavy duty storage bin attached permanently to the sled. The large bin doubles as a fresh water live well, an asset when I attended all the fish derbies which were strictly catch and release. The rules state that you have to half a five gallon bucket to carry the live fish. After the first derby it didn’t take long for me to figure out that a five gallon pail full of water and a 10 lb. fish isn’t easy to carry a kilometer through knee high snow. As the fish in these fish derbies have to arrive at the weigh in station alive, great care

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has to be given as one can be fined by Fish and Wildlife if the fish arrives not alive. I would simply use the bin to carry all my gear in on the sled, then fill up the bin with water and use it as a live well. I had to use it several times. As a matter of fact I had the winning fish which brought the fishermen $20,000 dollar cash, yup-that’s twenty thousand. But alas it wasn’t mine, I watched in horror as a youngster that pulled in a 20 lb/10 kilo Northern Pike, which was twice the length of a five gallon pail. He couldn’t make it four or five steps and the fish was falling out of the pail. The youngster was exhausted as he tried to get the fish to the weigh in station, so I grabbed my sled and live well and helped him out. The fish was in bad shape so it was a good thing. There was four thousand people at that fish derby spread out over a 3Km by 3km area, but the young man found me and returned my sled and live well with gratitude after his weigh in. Just out of high school the young man was paying his own way through college, so when he won the $20,000 first prize, I felt pretty good about helping him out, and hey…I could say I had the $20,000 fish in my sled. I had memories flashback as I pulled the sled down off the shelf. I stepped back when I looked into the bin at my

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the ice auger to drill the holes, it quit after not being used for a year and cold she was stubborn. That took everything the two of us could manage and another half hour to cut just two holes, which is usually done in only minutes, but soon we were comfortably sitting in a warm ice shack ready to fish. By now it was late afternoon but we still had a couple hours of the best fishing time left, as we closed the doors in excitement. It gets very dark, almost black inside, and we can see down the ice holes very clearly. I stared down into the clear water and could now see bottom, “Dohh” there directly on the bottom was a nice trout, deceased. Oh no, the pond winter killed. We stared into the holes for an hour and a half and nothing moved, no fish, not even the normal aquatic critters like fresh water shrimp. No fresh fish fry for us tonight.

When the Smoke Clears We had no choice but to giggle on the way the day went, and simply enjoy the rest of the day, evening and adventure; still a success since we were outdoors and in good company.

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gear as it was in total chaos. “Dohh”, I had forgotten to take all the fish bait out of the bin after last year’s small fishing derby. The package of bait fish was now nothing but shreds, chewed up by a resourceful mouse. He also somehow got the lid off a jar of flavoured marshmallows I use for trout bait, and cleaned that out. Everything was shredded, along with fishing lines on the ice fishing rods. Everything was a tangled mess, that little fellow must have had a party in there. Well that took almost two hours to straighten and clean up. When Blaine showed up we pulled up to the barn to get my fold-up ice fishing shack and I grabbed the two main wooden poles that hold the walls up and jokingly said “I got my part”. Blaine tried to move the ice shack but said he couldn’t even move it, Ice had formed all around it on the concrete floor and we had to spend another hour chipping it out of the ice, I explained in my defense “Well…it is an ice shack”. We dama ged som e of th e black tarp material side walls in our haste but soon we were on our way and on the ice, as we went to set up the ice shack…another “Dohh”…Einstein here forgot the poles by the barn door. But with a little outdoor knowledge I crafted one good ridge pole out of a dead tree nearby. Then, as we used

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dents questioned the effect the heavy traffic flow, noise and smell from the proposed site would have on the area. Fo l l o w i n g t h e p u b l i c h e a r i n g , Council moved to table the second and third readings to allow for more time for consideration. At the Jan. 21 Council meeting, members voted against the re-designation, ending any further discussion in the matter. At the County Council meeting on Feb. 11, 21 days later, Council moved to hold a public hearing to allow the ratepayers in the proposed area a chance to voice their concerns. The public hearing is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Feb. 25 at the Vermilion Regional Centre to hear from concerned ratepayers and all involved parties.

The purpose of the proposed bylaw is to amend the County of Vermilion River Land Use Bylaw No. 13-14 as follows: 1. The Land Use District Map, Section 10.1, is hereby mended by changing the District Classification of a Portion of N ½-29-50-7-W4 from Agricultural (A) District to Industrial (M) District, as shown on Schedule “A” below. Submissions may be made by any person(s) who claim(s) to be affected by the proposed bylaw or from any other person whom Council agrees to hear. Any written submissions that are mailed or delivered to the County of Vermilion River, Box 69, Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 or faxed to 780-846-2716 by 12:00 p.m. Monday, February 24, 2014 will be included in the agenda package, and should be marked to include the Bylaw number. Written and oral submissions may be made at the Public Hearing without prior notification to the County of Vermilion River. A copy of written submissions must be provided to the County of Vermilion River at the Public Hearing. Written submissions will become part of the public record and, as such, will be subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Copies of the proposed Bylaw and any related Information may be inspected at the County of Vermilion River Administration Office in Kitscoty, Alberta during regular business hours – Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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A Grist Haven Lodge Adventure Franklin Wolters Columnist

This adventure started with me getting to own my Taylor craft way back in the 1970’s. Shortly thereafter I saw an ad in the local paper that told of an aircraft maintenance course that would help you look after your craft and even show you how to do minor repairs on fabric covered older aircraft. That fitted mine exactly. Soon I was treading the halls of Lakeland College and meeting Dick York, who was to be our instructor. Now Dick had talents for almost anything to do with an airplane and then some. On the course of the studies about aircraft maintenance and all its mysteries, Dick informed us he had a fly in lodge on Grist Lake. What an intriguing idea that hatched in our minds on learning that, as we talked between courses and coffee breaks. I learned he had beaver invading the

area around his lodge and the idea that formed was I’d bring my big Labrador retriever up to his lodge and help him try to solve that problem. Sounded like fun! Dick called me in the spring just after ice out and informed me he was flying into his lodge in the early morning and he wanted me there so we could spend a longer day getting his camp ready for the spring Walleye fishing. About three o’clock in the morning I had my car loaded up and calling my dog, we started off for Cold Lake. Wouldn’t you know when we got there Dick was still in the party mode and hadn’t gone to bed yet. The first thing I knew we were cooking steaks and telling fishing flying stories, you’d have to have known Dick to understand! Dick’s plane was a robust Cessna 180 with floats and it was sitting in a bay on Cold Lake near his home. After delays taking up most of the morning the reason being I think, that Dick needed time to sober up. Seemed prudent!! Anyway we finally got to the plane and

Vermilion Rock Falls To Monarchs Angelle Lemire Reporter

The Vermilion Rock hockey team played in their first playoff game of the season on Feb. 12 at the Vermilion Stadium where they squared off against the Neilburg Monarchs. The scoring started early with the Rock sinking two goals past the Monarchs’ goalie at the 16 and 14 minute mark, making it a 2-0 lead at the end of the first. Late in the second, Neilburg answered back by scoring a goal with five minutes left of play in the second period. Neilburg came out strong in the third period to tie the game in the first 30

seconds of play making it a 2-2 game. Not to be outdone, Vermilion answered back by scoring a goal less than a minute later. Once again, Neilbourg scored tying the game at three a piece. With just under seven minutes left in the game, Neilburg’s Dustin Mullett and Vermilion’s Calvin Ireland dropped the gloves which sent both of them to the penalty box for roughing. Neilburg would score the go-ahead goal with 2:48 left in play making it a win for the away team, 4-3. Neilburg’s shots on goal surpassed Vermilion’s, 34-23. A second playoff game took place on Feb. 14.

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smaller one. He handled a float plane like a surgeon with a scalpel. After the weekend of fishing and people coming and going I never even got close to trying to harvest beaver. Dick told me that later in the summer I was welcome to come and spend a week at the lodge. Sure enough Trevor and I flew up to the airstrip on Grist Lake and with the help of my “Lowrance” fish finder, we solved the mystery of the resident lake trout and caught several, the first I had ever seen. Later Dick drove us over to Winifred with his Jeep and we fished that beautiful lake for some of the biggest Walleyes and Northern Pike I’ve been privileged to catch. We even got caught in a rain storm and had to spend a night in a cabin owned by a character of the north called “Freddie the Trapper”.That was a story all on its own. Just another wonderful memory I have filed away in the store of so many. Hope I can live long enough to experience some new ones.

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The Heart Of A Valentine Kid Margaret Lonsdale Columnist

Ever y thin g I remember about my earliest birthdays is about hearts. My birthday cakes were heart-shaped. The decorations on the icing consisted of red flowers augmented with those little red cinnamon hearts. My most likely attire was a red velvet (usually ill-fitting) homemade dress. My hair? Semicombed with a couple of heart-shaped barrettes holding back my mottled straw mop. I think various people, none with any professional training, practised cutting my hair when I was a kid. Photographs don’t lie. My birthday has always brought about mixed feelings. In a way, having a Valentine’s Day birthday feels special, at least it did when I was young. People made it

a big deal. Even the neighbour woman used to make or bring me gifts. Heartshaped heart themes for every birthday. Even now, no one I know tends to forget my birthday, unless they do it purposely. If you can think past the scar left by Al Capone on it, Valentine’s Day is mostly a positive, practise your kindness, loveeverybody kind of day. On the dark side, Valentine’s Day can connote guilt and harried pressure. Enter big ‘C’ - Commercialism. It’s what my brother-in-law would call another ‘Hallmark’ day. It presents a challenge to ‘prove’ how much you care by showering your partner or just someone significant, with sparkling, sweet, and/or expensive gifts. You’ve seen the ads. In the sentimental words of a woman I once worked with, “I better get a dozen red roses, or else!” True love expectation was never expressed so cogently.

It seems sometimes that I’ve been working for a lifetime at not being embarrassed by my birth date. Why embarrassed? I can’t say precisely. Maybe it stems from some long forgotten incident that occurred during the self-conscious years of adolescence. Maybe buried deep in the basement of my subconscious there lay remnants of a nightmare wherein I was stuck in an oversized heart costume and couldn’t get out. Some things defy rational explanation. Now, finally, I think a Valentine birthday is mostly just a birthday. You’ve got to be born sometime, right? Like many people aware that immortality is myth, I’m just pleased that I still have this birthday thing to celebrate. Or ignore, as the case may be. I’m grateful too, that my parents opted to gift me this more ordinary name over what apparently was actually a serious

contender. I’m glad I am not Valentina (the Valentine). Can I offer some unsolicited advice? Thanks. It’s alright if you didn’t spend your entire pay cheque or take out a loan to buy a sparkly thing at the jewellery store to prove to anyone that your love is big and true. I say it’s not about that. But Valentine’s Day is a perfect day to reflect upon the concept of love and maybe endeavour to include a little more expression of it in your life. On your own terms, and in whatever way you chose. Next Valentine’s Day, if you happen to see me wandering around wearing a heart-shaped, messed up velvet dress, just shout out a hearty Happy Birthday and never mind the rest. I’ll maybe flip you a couple of those perfectly shiny red cinnamon you-know-what shapes from my stash. Remember, in whatever you do, keep love in mind.

Clandonald May Soon See Affordable Senior Housing Karen Nedzielski Reporter

With a little help from the County of Vermilion River, Clandonald may soon have plans underway for a new seniors living facility. In a presentation to members of Council, Clandonald Agricultural Society President Ron Harusuik, said he is concerned with the lack of housing options for area seniors who require living assistance.

Harusuik told council that many of the Clandonald seniors are forced to leave the community to find accommodations outside of their hometown area. Harusuik said he is hopeful that something can be done to correct this problem. In the document submitted the Clandonald Ag Society to County Council, it said the seniors play an integral role in thier community by volunteering in the various organizations and within the school. He said many younger people are

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moving back to the community and so the need for affordable senior housing is greater than ever. Harusuik was born, raised, went to school and attends church in Clandonald and plans to retire within the community. He said this may not be possible if the planning does not get started soon. The community has seen a new structure in the hamlet which will offer a new grocery store, restaurant and catering business which Harusuik said, may look at offering meals on wheels if there was a

need within the community. The affordable senior housing idea for Clandonald is still in the early planning stage which is why the community is reaching out to the County for direction on how to start the process. The community is hoping to start with a four unit complex with consideration of more units to follow. Council moved to work with the Clandonald Ag Society to help provide assistance with accessing funding and information avenues as well as possible grant applications.

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Dawns Eats Dawn Hames Columnist

Crepes After a large meal at a recent family get together, the sisters and sisters in-law all ended up sitting around the kitchen table, visiting. The talk turned to a similar interest, which is cooking. My new sister in-law from the city was perplexed by the art of cooking, expressing that she had missed out since her mother was a very basic cook, and things that she, herself had tried to cook, had not turned out as well as she had hoped. The discussion then became one of sharing how we had learned to cook, some of us learning from our mothers, aunts, babas or grandmothers, and how the methods and recipes were passed down. We shared that a good recipe is paramount to success. There are many recipes on the internet or in cookbooks, but they do not always produce successful results. Lack of successful results is not the only thing that deters a cooking passion. I remember when I was young, cooking was exciting, and then as I entered a different stage of my life where, sadly,

cooking became more of a daily chore. Let’s just say the glow had worn off the pot. I remember thinking, of the endless meals that were left in my lifetime to cook and clean up after, and what an awful waste of time it all would be, and besides I was having a hard time coming up with ideas of what to cook. Writers have writers block, and I was definitely having an extended “cooking block” at that time. Thankfully, while trying to come up with something to cook for supper, I came across an article in a back issue of Gourmet Magazine on the ideology behind French cooking. It was like throwing gasoline on the fading embers. The use of seasonal, locally available simple and nutritious ingredients combined with really good time proven recipes, enjoyed casually with family or friends painted a truer picture of the art, structure and greater calling of cooking. Forget the recipe with exotic ingredients that cannot even be found in any store in the Lloydminster and Vermilion area. I prefer to focus on recipes which use regionally available ingredients. Enjoying good home cooked food is great, but sharing it with people you care about, is truly one of the most significant aspects

of food. Some of the very best times with family or friends have been spent around our dining table. That has been my gasoline. Thanks to acclaimed French chef Julia Child for this wonderful crepe recipe that you may enjoy sharing with your family or friends. Crepes can be filled with sweet or savory fillings. Her recipe is a favorite of mine that I have made many times because it is always successful and so easy to make in a blender. For dessert crepes, fill with fruit and freshly whipped cream that has been sweetened with a bit of sugar and flavoured with a teaspoon of vanilla. Place the whipped cream and fruit or berries down the middle of the crepe. Roll the crepe over the filling. Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a piece of chosen fruit. Great fruits to use are strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, peaches or bananas. I also do a filling of sautéing three chopped apples in butter until softened with 4 teaspoons brown sugar and cinnamon to taste. Depending on the type of apple you use you may prefer more sugar. I like using the red delicious apple with the skin on,

(core removed) as this apple heats well without falling apart. The apple filling can be served warm or cooled, rolled in the middle of the crepe, garnished with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a lovely winter crepe for dessert or brunch. Julia Child’s Master Crepe Recipe 1 cup flour 2/3 cup cold milk 2/3 cup cold water 3 large eggs 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons melted butter plus more for brushing on the pan. Combine all of the ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Heat a non-stick or stainless frying pan over medium heat; I use the four setting on an electric stove. When the pan has heated for a few minutes add the butter and let it melt and heat until there is slight white foam. Pour three tablespoon of batter onto the middle of the hot pan and rotate the pan to spread the batter out into a larger circle. Cook about one minute or until slightly brown, flip and cook on the other side about 5-10 seconds. Use additional butter in the pan as needed.

Benoit Supports Motion Condemning Ukraine’s Anti-Protest Laws Leon Benoit, MP Submitted

Leon Benoit, Member of Parliament for Vegreville-Wainwright, strongly supports the motion condemning the Ukrainian government for its actions and the anti-protest laws deemed by observers to be anti-democratic which was unanimously approved by the House of Commons on January 27th 2013 following an emergency debate*. “This government condemns the draconian law that was adopted in Ukraine on January 17, 2014 that severely limits the right of Ukrainians

to peacefully organize, assemble or protest,” stated Benoit. “Canadian Parliamentarians have made it clear we consider this to be completely unacceptable.” The Motion** also emphasizes that the recent laws undermine the freedom and democracy in Ukraine. “As I stated in the House of Commons in November, constituents in Vegreville-Wainwright are concerned that what is happening in Ukraine may be the star t of a movement to an expansion on the part of Russia to a new Soviet-style regime,” explained Benoit.

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Mr. Benoit expressed his condol e n c e s to t h e f r i e n d s a n d f a m i lies of those who lost their lives at the hands of the Ukrainian security forces on January 21, 2014. “I will work with my colleagues both in the G ove r n m e nt a n d th e m e m b e r s of

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Clandonald School News Clandonal School Submitted Clandonald School Celebrates Winter The Clandonald School Winter Carnival kicked off with a noon hour wiener roast with hot chocolate and other treats sponsored by the Clandonald Agricultural Society. Following the lunch break students enjoyed winter activities organized by the junior high leadership class. Broomball and milk jug curling took place in the Chrome Dome and street hockey and toboggan races on the school grounds. Edward McCormack and Vic Photos submitted. Lawrence brought teams of horses throughout the afternoon in the skat- for several frosty little fingers. and Victor Lawrence, and Mrs. Jackson and provided wagon rides. Hot choco- ing rink lobby. Members of the Ag. Thank you to the Clandonald Agri- as well as the junior high students for late, cookies, and cake were provided Society kindly supplies heated towels cultural Society, Edward McCormack the wonderful afternoon of winter fun!

Random Acts of Kindness Week

The Vermilion Outreach School kindly performed Random Acts of Kindness on Feb 11 at the Eastalta Co - op Grocery by helping customers carry out their groceries to their vehicles. The event was organized by Vermilion Is Being Empowered (VIBE). In the photo from the left are Andrew Wilson, Shawn Cleroux, Matt Mckeon, Tianna Groeneveld , Cour tney Campbell and Jodi Simmonds. Photo Sue Chikie.

Thank You

The Mannville Preschool Board, Parents, and Children would like to thank all those who have played a part in making this program such a success. Thank you to Perpetual Energy group for their continuous generosity. As well, a big thank you to Alberta Treasury Branch, Mannville Bottle Depot, Mannville Co-op and the Royal Purple of Mannville who just made adonation to our group. Everyone who played a part in making this yearâ€™s Carol-a-thon such a success; including Albertaâ€™s Own Restaurant, Mannville Care Center, and Mannville Villa for allowing the students to come and share their Christmas carols. The support that the community has shown Preschool is tremendous and without the generosity of so many, this program would not be possible. At this time, Preschool runs on fundraising and donations so if there is any group or individuals who are looking for a group to assist please keep our organization in mind. We would one day love to expand our program so a waiting list is not necessary. Anyone interested in learning more about Mannville Preschool please do not hesitate to contact our President Kerri Lorenson (780)763-2408, Treasurer Eli Myhovich (780)763-374 or Teacher Alicia Rutt (780)763-3808.

A Sincere Thank to everyone who attended the Fundraiser at Braes, on Sat. Feb. 8. Special THANKS to the following who contributed for the Silent Auction.

*John Deere *Dr. R. Starke, MLA *Rona *Mannville UFA *Florence Sharp

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The Mannville Preschool is having a wonderful year thus far! There are currently two classes of three and four year old children that attend classes instructed by Mrs. Alicia Rutt. There also is currently a wait list for students, as well. Photo submitted.

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Local News Atco Gas And Atco Electric Flow Support To Vermilion Spray Park ATCO Press Release The Town of Vermilion received a $5,000 boost today from ATCO Gas and ATCO Electric for its new community spray park. “We are pleased to support projects that enrich the quality of life of our service communities and also provide a safe and fun play environment for children,” says Bill Stephens, President of ATCO Gas. “Vermilion’s new spray park will provide a safe and exciting place to play, while

promoting healthy, active lifestyles in residents and visitors alike.” “At ATCO Electric, our business goes beyond the safe, reliable delivery of electricity,” says Bobbi Lambright, President of ATCO Electric Distribution Division. “Our support of the Vermilion spray park is one of the many ways we are investing in the future of rural communities across Alberta.” “The spray park provides free entertainment and social interaction for local youth and families and enhances the quality of community life,” says Shawn Bell,

ATCO Makes Donation To Community Spray Park Fund

In a presentation held at the Town of Vermilion’s Council Chambers, ATCO Electric and ATCO Gas partnered together to donate a total of $5,000 to the community Spray Park project. With the electric company donating $1,500 and the gas company donating $3,500, Town of Vermilion Communities Service Director, Shawn Bell said the proposed park is that much closer to reaching the goal of $100,000. From the left, ATCO District Supervisor Larry Gullekson presents Community Service Director for the Town of Vermilion Shawn Bell the two cheques totaling $5,000. In behind is ATCO Operations Foreman for Vermilion Bill Roth who was also in attendance for the presentation. Photo Karen Nedzielski.

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Masonic Lodge Donates To VHC Gazebo

The Vermilion Health Centre (VHC) is one step closer to making their gazebo project a realization. The Vermilion Masonic Lodge #24 in conjunction with the Masonic Foundation of Alberta presented the health centre with their donation of $1,000 to be put toward the construction of the courtyard gazebo. The proposed site for the gazebo is the outdoor common area, where the covered structure will provide a shady sitting area for patients and visitors to the hospital. Participating in the presentation from left are, Masonic secretary Aubrey Bell, member Bliss Dickson, Care Manager for long term care at VHC Kathy Beckett, Masonic Master Rex Cunningham and Recreation Therapist Darlene Dary. The VHC has been fundraising for the gazebo project for approximately 3 years and should be able to begin construction in the spring. Photo Karen Nedzielski.

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Vermilion Folk Club Hosts Corin Raymond Angelle Lemire Reporter

Corin Raymond took the stage this weekend for the Vermilion Folk Club at the Legion alongside Jessie D and Mosses Gray. The doors were open to the public at 7:30 p.m. and the music began at 8 p.m. The band consisted of two acoustic guitars and one electric bass. The Voice had the pleasure of sitting down with Corin for a few minutes before the show. He explained that his inspiration for his album ‘Paper Nickles’ was from some of the best Canadian songs he had heard and some he discovered throughout the years. It took Corin about fifteen months to save $7,333.75 of Canadian Tire money, which weighed a whopping 80 pounds, to pay for studio time in Toronto and to this day. Corin is still collecting Canadian Tire money to pay royalties to the artists of the songs. Scott Cook was the first to accept the paper coins and others followed suit. ‘Paper Nickels’ was the world’s first

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Harps Community Cash Prize Winner

The Harps Family Foods 2014 Community Cash Contest promotion has been once again running in the store. The contest included a $500 in store draw which was won by the lucky shopper Don Voltner. On Feb. 12 Voltner stopped by the store to accept his cheque in the amount of $500. Presenting the cheque are, from left, store owner Harp Khela, contest winner Don Voltner and store manager Patrick Halley. All entries are now entered into the grand prize of one cash prize of $15,000 for the winner and a $10,000 cash prize awarded to their community. This portion of the contest is a draw including Family Foods stores from across Canada but our fingers are crossed that the Vermilion entry will be the lucky winner. Photo submitted.

Lakeland Mall’s Valentines Winner

The winner of the Lakeland Mall Valentine’s Day draw is announced. Every business in the mall contributed a $25 gift card for a total of $350 in gift cards to winner Tannis Cochrane. Harp Khela presented the gifts to Tannis on behalf of all the Lakeland Mall merchants. Photo submitted.

Rotary Donates Again

The Vermilion Rotary Club generously donated again. This time the Rotary came through for the Vermilion Spray Park to the tune of $25,000. Most of the proceeds came from the Harvest Gala held last fall. The Spray Park Committee’s goal is to raise at least $100,000 from the community. At this moment $47,000 has been received and a total of $65,000 has been committed mostly through corporate and service club contributions. Alberta Parks and the fundraising committee are each shooting for a project completion date of May 24, 2014. From the left Club President, Brenda Lee and accepting on behalf of the Spray Park Committee is Val Smith and Jason McRobert and Director of Community Services for the Town of Vermilion Shawn Bell and co- chair of the Harvest Gala, Scott Webb as presenter as well. Missing from the photo is Shawn Jacula, co-chair of the Harvest Gala. Photo Sue Chikie.

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OPEN HOUSE Blackfoot & Devonia Functional Drainage Concept Plan The County of Vermilion River has commissioned the “Blackfoot & Devonia Functional Drainage Concept Plan” to examine current and future drainage patterns. The area encompasses land north of Devonia Lake and south of Big Gully Creek. The purpose in developing a functional stormwater drainage plan is to meet the servicing needs of the Blackfoot and Devonia area. This document will provide a more comprehensive plan to improve drainage for both existing and future development. The County recognizes the importance of ensuring that future development does not strain existing drainage issues within this area. Having a Functional Drainage plan in place will ensure that the County, the Developer, the Public and Environment concerns are looked at with a balanced approach. Location: Date: Time:

Blackfoot Community Hall, 5406- 50 Avenue, Blackfoot, AB Tuesday, February 18, 2014 4:00 – 6:00 pm

Additional information can be obtained on the County’s website www.vermilion-river.com or by calling Nico Wyngaarden, P.Eng, Sameng, at 780-482-2557. County staff as well as representatives from Sameng will be present to answer any questions you may have about this on-going project.

WASTE COLLECTION REMINDER FOR HAMLET RESIDENTS

For public safety and ease of snow removal please ensure your garbage bin is placed on the street/curb on your scheduled garbage collection day only. It would be appreciated if garbage bins were removed the street/curb between collection days. Collection Days: Wednesday- Hamlet of Blackfoot, Hamlet of Islay Thursday-Hamlet of Clandonald

Lodge Residents And Visitors Enjoy Valentine’s Afternoon

The Annual Valentine’s Day Tea was held at The Vermilion Valley Lodge on Feb. 14 from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Coordinator Christine Smith had her hands full with a packed house and many more lining up at the door. Visitors to the tea paid a four dollar entry fee which entered them into the draw for door prizes as well as many other draws which included homemade items, baskets full of goodies and a life size teddy bear. All proceeds went towards benefitting activities and items for the residents of the lodge. The Red Hatters also made an appearance at the tea, enjoying their afternoon. The Red Hatters will also be back at The Vermilion Valley Lodge Feb. 20 to serve residents homemade treats. The Valentine’s Day Tea went off without a hitch. From left, Lil Sweet, Mike & Tillie Hynek and Gert Isert. Photo Angelle Lemire.

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Artist Appreciation Celebrated With Afternoon Tea Karen Nedzielski Reporter

Vermilion acknowledged the work of senior artists from the area at the annual Senior Artist Appreciation Tea held at the Vermilion Seniors Centre on Feb. 15. The afternoon tea and social was designed to acknowledge the artists in the community who have made major contributions to the Vermilio n Senio rs Centre a n d wh o have displayed their art pieces in the building for all to enjoy. A number of artists had their work

displayed at the tea which included themed tunes and each was received w i t h t h e a t te n d a n ce, a d d i n g t h e pieces from Vera Cameron, Ellenor with a thunderous round of applause. senior ar tists look for ward to the Cleland, Hilda Cross, Opal Hughes, Organizers said they were pleased annual event. Audrey Lindgren, Doreen McIntyre, Flo McQuid, Cothele Rauser, Ruby Samuelson and Freda Staden. A formal presentation was made to each of the artists in attendance and a heartfelt thank you was given by former mayor Judy Woyewitka, to the family members and friends of some of the ar tist who made it possible for them to attend the special postValentine’s Day tea. T h e Ve r m i l i o n S e n i o r s C h o i r p er formed a numb er of Valentine

Art Work On Display

Ten artists’ work was on display at the annual Senior Artist Appreciation Tea held on Feb. 15 at the Vermilion Seniors Centre.

Enjoying The Senior Artist Appreciation Tea

A nearly packed house crowd enjoyed a tea and social to celebrate the work of artists who have made major contributions to the Vermilion Seniors Centre over the year. In attendance for the tea were, from left, Jean Morrison, artist Flo McQuid, and Susan and Trevor Clark pictured here enjoying the afternoon events. McQuid is from the Ganton area and had her work on display for the afternoon. Morrison and the Clarks were smartly dressed in uniform, ready to perform with the Vermilion Seniors Choir as part of the event’s formal program.

Choir Performs At Artist Appreciation

The Vermilion Seniors Choir performed a number of songs for the crowd at the afternoon tea. Photos Karen Nedzielski.

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Mustang’s Lope Off With Playoff Opener

Blair Macnab

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ing one right through the net. second. Sending them both to the The second period saw the Stang’s locker room after 40 with the Stang’s tally 3 more while Edgerton added up 8-3. three of their own to keep pace in the The third p eriod saw the teams manage 2 a piece to make the final 10-5 for the Horseman. Lone goal scorers were: Josh Hrynyk, Chevy Botting, Devin M o n e t t a , Ku r t B e n s m i l l e r, B r yce Goldsmith, Blake Boman. Ty Macnab and Brad Macnab fired in a hat trick. Ryan Bardoel turned away 17 of 22 shots for a win. This and That: The Dewberr y freshmen, Brad Macnab captured the leagues scoring title this year with 46 points in 20 games and the Stang’s can b e proud of having five guys in the top 10 scoring leaders. Ryan Bardoel compiled the best average in the league against all other tenders to have played 10 games or more. Justin Bowtell came in a very respectable third in the same category. As well as compiling the second most wins in the league while Ryan was in third place for wins. Congrats to all of you!! Stangs Stampede Comets T h e s e co n d g a m e o f th e p l ayoffs between Dewberry and Edgerton was a wee bit of a “Run Away” as Dewberry rolled to a 12-1 win. Devin Monetta, Chevy Botting, Lyle Wyness, Brad Macnab, Mitch Walker, C h a n ce B e n s m i l l e r a l l h a d si n g l e tallies and Kur t Bensmiller. Br yce Goldsmith, Josh Hrynyk all chipped in a pair each. Justin Bowtell was in MIJ 37A the way of 16 out of 17 shots for the win. Stang’s Wrap up Series G a m e 3 of th e s e ries wa s a l ot closer than the Horseman wanted but it’s exactly what you get when you have a premature celebration the night before. The barn was full of lame Horses for Game three. After two periods the teams were knotted at four a piece. Head coach, Buddy Bensmiller must have had a MIJ 100A few vials of Bute in the dressing room an d do c tored the Stan g’s as they came out in the third and fired in 4 to Edgerton’s 2 to make the final 8-6 Stang’s. Ryan Bardoel held the fort to get the win.

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Sports Youngest Hockey Teams Invade Vermilion Arenas

The Vermilion Minor Hockey Association hosted the Initiation tournament this past Saturday, Feb. 15 at the stadium and arena. The eight teams playing were Vermilion Apple Drugs Tigers, Vermilion ATB Financial Tigers, Leduc Roughnecks, Lloydminster Elite Homes, Lloydminster Northern Blizzard, Mannville Initiation Hawks, Consort Comets and the Kitscoty Storm. In the photo is the Leduc Roughnecks as they faced-off against the Lloydminster Northern Blizzard in a 10 a.m. matchup. The one day tournament featured a fundraiser raffle table in the lobby of the stadium and also saw every player go home with an award. Photo Karen Nedzielski.

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Senior Basketball Teams Get the Hearts Going

Vermilion played host to the senior boys and girls basketball teams on Feb.14 and Feb.15. Games were held at both J.R. Robson and St. Jerome’s schools. Action for the V Day Classic started Feb. 14 at 12:45 p.m. and continued through to Feb. 15 with Championship games starting at 7:30 p.m. Senior girls teams participating in the tournament included Vermilion’s St. Jerome’s and J.R. Robson as well as Delburne, Vegreville, Ashmont, Lloydminster, Paradise Valley and Marwayne. The senior boys teams consisted of J.R. Robson, St. Jerome’s, Lamont, Holy Rosary, Marwayne, Ashmont and Ecole Mallaig. Photo Angelle Lemire.

The Vermilion Soccer Association will be holding its annual Player Registration Night (6:30 pm) and Annual General Meeting (following) on Monday, March 3rd, 2014 in the Fr. Cordeau Centre (southwest side) of St. Jerome's School. Registration Deadline (LATE FEES WILL APPLY): Monday, March 24 First Night of Soccer for U6-U18: Monday, April 14 First Night of Soccer for U4: Monday, May 12 Please see www.vermilionsoccer.net for more information.

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Rock’s Eric Fadden Named Most Sportsmanlike Player

Vermilion Rock forward Eric Fadden received the SaskAlta Hockey League award for Most Sportsmanlike Player for the 2013 – 2014 season. This award is given to a player that exemplifies dedication, hard work, respect for teammates and opponents while playing with a level of skill. This award is voted on by the coaches and managers of the league. Fadden recorded 11 goals and 16 assists for 27 points in 17 games and zero penalty minutes during the regular season. Eric Fadden, left, accepts his award from SaskAlta Hockey League president Rod Boutin. Photo submitted.

Vermilion Curling Rink Hosts Men’s And Ladies’ Bonspiel

The sheets of ice at the Vermilion Curling rink heated up with the Men’s and Ladies’ Bonspiels getting under way on Friday, Feb. 14. Although the number of teams seemed slightly down from previous bonspiels, 16 men’s teams squared off in hopes of claiming the title. The ladies’ event had 5 teams participate in the round robin style bonspiel with each matchup featuring a 6-end game. The Patrick Willis team is seen here as skip Willis slides out of the hack releasing the rock to his sweepers Brent Gould, left, and Evan Risling, right. Saturday evening the teams enjoyed a banquet supper and the finals wrapped up on Sunday. Photo Karen Nedzielski.

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School News

Dewberry School Susanna Pankiw Submitted

Aflame With Pride As Sochi prepared to host the opening ceremonies of the XXII Winter Olympics, the staff and students of Dewberry School held their own celebration. The hallways were rivers of red and white, flowing with pride and anticipation of the excitement and competition to come. Bulletin boards were adorned with student artwork of the Olympic rings and symbols of the various events. The excitement will not end there, throughout the coming weeks the Grade 4/5/6 students will be their official medal record keepers. The colors of the five Olympic rings are said to represent all nations. Dewberry Panthers may not have rings, but they definitely shine with an array of colors that represent their individual teams, and when brought to the challenge only two colors tie them together: red and black! Their colors were represented during the

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soup, snoccer (snow soccer) and a few other entertaining events. One cannot forget the importance of the Alberta Winter Games! This year Dewberry School anxiously awaited news from the icy ponds of Canmore, where their own, Kyra Weidmark represented the Lloydminster Border Blades in speed skating (1500m, 3000m, 400m, and relays). Kyra, along with her relay teammates, succeeded in bringing home a silver medal. Way to go, Kyra! Kyra Weidmark – Silver Although the Dewberry Atom Colts did not stand on a podium, they did hold the fun winter active day held on Friday, Feb. Elk Point Atom “A” side banner for the Feb. 14 where the teams partook in outdoor 7-9 tournament! Not only did they win the events such as: road hockey, milk jug curlbanner but they also succeeded in obtaining, an obstacle course, four corner bean

ing a league record this year where they held onto an undefeated title throughout the season! Congratulations Colts and good luck in the Tier II league play downs! The Olympic creed: The most important thing in life is not the triumph, but the fight; the essential thing is not to have won, but to have fought well. Triumph and fight maybe only words to some but to the staff and students at Dewberry School they are the end result of the lessons learned while striving for personal excellence. Like the intertwined rings, the guidance and support that they give to each other adds to the experience and the realization of dreams, where everyone gives their Olympic best.

St. Jerome School News Margaret McCormack Submitted

St. Jerome Students Dress Up For Formal Day

It is amazing to see each February 14 the beautiful young ladies and handsome young men we have at St. Jerome’s as many of them dressed up for Formal Day and Valentine’s Day. The elementary students enjoyed passing out Valentine’s, sharing treats, playing games or going skating out on the town rink.

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On Wednesday, February 12 the Grade one’s celebrated the Hundredth day of school. They made 100-day crowns and spent the day sharing their 100-day projects. They also completed many activities that had them counting to 100 during the day including sharing 100 treats, doing 100 jumping jacks, and reading 100 day books. On Thursday, February 13, we gathered as a school community to celebrate monthly mass. The Grade 6/7 choir did a fabulous job leading the singing and thank you to the Grade 11 students for the doing the readings, intentions, and gifts. Father Roger reminded us that God loved us so much that He gave his only son to die for our sins. God also gave us the freedom to love Him and to love others. During this month of February, Father encouraged us to choose love each day. On Friday, February 7 the elementary

students had lots of fun going from station to station participating in a variety of fun “Olympic” activities. Thank you to the Grade 10 leadership students for helping out at the stations and assisting the students. The Jr. High Girls Basketball team played the Marwayne Wildcats this past week. They had a very exciting game and were able to defeat the Wildcats, 32-22. Both the Sr. Boys and Girls Basketball teams participated in the J. R. Robson tournament this past weekend. The Grade 10 Leadership class is looking for donations to their annual Carnival fundraiser. They are looking for canned food items for the Sr. Hoopla. They are also looking for small toys, books, and jewelry for the Fish Pond and Jr. Hoopla. Donations to the Silent Auction would also be greatly appreciated. If you have any items please drop them off at the school office.

IN BRANCH VOTING February 5 - Feb 26, 2014

All members are encouraged to participate in this important process by stopping by either Mannville or Vermilion Branch to review the candidate profiles and complete their ballot, voting for up to three candidates of their choice. The Nominating Committee would like to express their appreciation to the following candidates for allowing their names to stand: Ryan Gibson Ron Harasiuk T.J. Hinton Charlene McFarlane Jamie McPhee

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The results of the election will be announced during the Business Portion of the Annual General Meeting Monday, March 3, 2014 Registration at 7:00pm Business Meeting at 7:30pm Vermilion Regional Centre Grade 1 celebrating 100 Days of school for this year. Photos submitted.

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School News

Mannville School News Susan Obrigewitch Submitted

Mannville School Sports Heat Up The Cold Weather On Tuesday, Feb. 11 Mrs. Campbell’s Grade 3 class held a successful cupcake fundraiser earning $195. With these profits, they then selected items from the World Vision gift catalogue to help needy families around the world. They voted to purchase one goat, five fruit trees, and medicine for the children and water filters. The students are learning to be good global citizens in social studies class. Special thanks to our parent helpers Mrs. Horton, Mrs. Jackson, and Mr. Dalton, for coming in and helping the students ice, decorate and sell the cupcakes. Dress-Up Day + Olympics = Canada / Red and White! Let’s see if everyone in the school can wear a little red and white on Thursday, Feb. 20 for our Dress Up Day. It’s also popcorn day. The Grade 1/2 class is off to their own

Olympics for the next few weeks in Physical Education class! They are all looking forward to trying out some of the Olympic events in their class! The Grade 3/4 Phys. Ed. Class has just finished a Basketball unit. Students learned skills such as chest and bounce pass, proper shooting form, and dribbling. They played many games to acquire these skills and even tried some real basketball games. Students improved greatly throughout the unit and now know the basic rules for the game of basketball. Their next unit is focusing on team games and working together. They will play games such as soccer and dodge ball, and engage in team building and problem solving activities. Phys Ed 5 and 6 just finished their basketball unit, and now the elementary intramural kids are playing Ultimate Basketball for fun! The new unit is Tumbling and Combatives, with an Olympics component added as a twist. Sounds like lots of exercise for the students! Secondary classes will be finishing their basketball unit and then start the Circuit

Mannville’s Grade 3 Fundraiser

The Grade 3 students held a cupcake fundraiser for World Vision which they then used the profits of the sale to purchase items for a families in need around the world. Photo submitted. Training Unit. Elementary enjoyed their valentine skate on Friday. We appreciate the Village workers who open up the recreation centre for our students. Mannville School curling teams are off to a roaring start to the playoff season. Two teams competed in the North BTPS Junior High curling playoffs in Innisfree on Feb. 6. The Grade 9 team consisting of Carter Babij, Breanne Hryhirchuk, Marty Jackson, and Nelson Shubert took gold, while our Grade 7 team consisting of

Kayle Tod, Zach Polishuk, Justin Kane and Max Amero took fourth place. Both teams moved on to the BTPS finals where they competed against the top four teams from the southern part of our division! Our junior curling program is proud to welcome Carter Rycroft to Mannville on Feb. 19. Mr. Rycroft will be leading a curling clinic for our 20 local curlers from Grades 4-12. The students are looking forward to learning new skills and techniques from this master curler!

Stadium Addition Damaged By Water Leakage Karen Nedzielski Reporter

Roof concerns at the Stadium in Vermilion are once again front and centre. The room which houses the zamboni as well as the referees and girls dressing rooms on the north side of the building, have recently seen some water damage due to leaking through the roof system. The roof has previously seen some patch work but now consideration is being given to performing a more drastic repair to ensure further damage is

avoided. The cause is believed to be snow and ice buildup on the edge of the eaves, preventing proper drainage and snow removal. Pooling water seems to be running down the walls and causing deterioration of the concrete grouting and paint on the concrete block walls. Inside the building the water seepage has recently shorted a circuit board in a furnace and destroyed laminate countertops in the dressing rooms. Roofing crews who recently made repairs to the curling rink were asked to make an assessment to the north addi-

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The Vermilion Voice February 17, 2014

Issue 500

School News

Vermilion Elementary School Karen King Submitted VES Celebrate 100 Day Of School O n F e b . 7, 3 1 V E S s t u d e n t s p rese nte d 21 fascinatin g scie n ce projects to judges, VES students and staff, and the community. From the impor tance of sleep to the effects of stress, from how batteries can be created to why the sky is blue, from ear thquakes to hockey sticks, our scientists proudly displayed their knowledge, their enthusiasm, and their understanding of the scientific method. We were pleased to have an enthusiastic group of judges w h o m a d e th e p re s e n te r s fe e l a t ease, and who greatly contributed to the positive atmosphere of

th e fa i r. T h re e of o u r j u d g e s a re memb ers of the Lakeland College j u d g i n g te a m . T h ey w e r e S h e l b y Crick, Valentina Gabert, and Jared Preston. Our other judges were David Eremko, B ernie Huedepohl, Ann Lockwood, and Terry Welker. Last week, ever y student in the school received a Random Ac ts of Kindness (RAK) card that they could use to pay it forward. Many students got creative in their RAK choices. In addition, the Friends’ Committee members made a heart message fo r ever y in dividual in the scho ol and passed them out on Valentines’ Day. What a treat it was to receive a positive written message. Feb. 12 was day 100 in our 201314 s c h o o l y e a r. T h e s t u d e n t s i n Grade 1 made projec ts to show

100th Day Of School

Pictured here are the VES Grade 1B class on the one hundredth day of school showing off their ‘100 Masks’. Photos submitted. that they could count to 100. Their projects were made from a number of different materials including food and craft items. The Grade 2 students brought items for the food bank and lined them up in the gym to count. Congratulations to the Grade 2 class on bringing in 104 food bank items. G a m es clu b b e g a n in Fe b r u a r y. Tuesdays and Thursdays during the lunch time recess, the Grade 6 VIBE a d v is o r y m e m b e r s a s sis t s taf f i n running this club. It offers students the opportunity to practice important everyday friendship and social skills. VIBE has just finished the creation of another new program. It is aimed

at Grade 2 students and the topic is positive body/self-image. It was a request received from Parent Council members in Nov. 2013. VIBE also is working on another program for G ra d es 4- 6 s tu d ent s fo cusin g o n Cyber Citizenship. Dates to Remember are Feb. 13 - M a r. 4 – P iz za Fu n d ra is e r, Fe b. 17 & 18 – No School, Feb. 19 – AR Assembly at 10:45. Feb. 26 – Pink T-Shirt Day, Feb. 27 – AR Celebration Day, Feb. 28 – Report Cards go home, Mar. 5 – Early Dismissal at 2 p.m., Mar. 6 & 7 – Teachers’ Convention – No School, Mar. 12-13 – P-T Interviews; Mar. 17 – PAC Meeting at 7 p.m.

Vermilion Curling Club Annual General Meeting

BE SEEN IN OUR SPECIAL COMING EVENTS SECTION FOR ONLY $25

Coming Events JAMBOREE Location: Vegreville Elks Hall Starts at 1:00pm Admission: $7.00 First Sunday every month Contact John Wagner: 780-275-1001

Mannville Ag Society's Feb. 22nd Snowmobile Rally Has Been Cancelled Due to Poor Snow Conditions.

See you next year!!

Thur. 20th February, 2014 7pm in Curling Rink Lounge The curling rink needs help!

We would like anyone who has an interest in keeping the curling rink open for years to come to attend this meeting and bring ideas and input forward.

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Horoscope/Sudoku and Solutions Taurus

Apr. 20-May 20

Gemini

May 21-Jun. 20 As the Sun crosses the No matter how strongly As the Sun enters the you hold a point of view midheaven angle of your most sensitive area of your chart this week you you won’t convince those chart this week you will be feeling a lot more should try not to take life who see life from a ambitious. Make sure you quite so seriously. In the different perspective. have a long-term plan in greater scheme of things Instead of looking for mind, because you don’t there are more important converts, look for those issues than your career or who share your philosophy want to waste your energy chopping and even relationships. Your and work with them to spiritual health for a start. make the world a better changing from one thing to another. place.

Cancer

Jun. 21-Jul. 22 You should now be thinking about taking a vacation or expanding your horizons in some other way. The Sun’s change of signs on Tuesday means you won’t be subject to so many restrictions, so start making plans and then make them happen.

Leo

Virgo

Libra

Scorpio

Money and business matters will be uppermost in your mind over the next few days and that’s good because you need to sort out the financial side of your life. You won’t lack for opportunities but this time you MUST take advantage of them.

The Sun’s change of signs on the 18 marks the halfway point of your solar year, so look back over the past six months and be honest with yourself about your successes and failures. Then put them out of your mind and move on.

You’ve had no end of good ideas in recent weeks but you cannot possibly follow up each and every one of them. It’s time to decide what your number one aim is going to be and commit to giving it your all. Only you can make it happen.

There will be a spring in your step, a smile on your face and a song in your heart this week. Have you changed medication? Whatever the reason for your sudden good humor the world will be, for you at least, a sunnier and happier place.

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Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Nov. 22-Dec. 21 What happens in the early part of the week may seem like bad news but don’t jump to conclusions. The short-term forecast may be stormy but the long-term forecast is blue skies and sunshine. Make sure that loved ones share in your joy.

Dec. 22-Jan. 19 Capricorns are tough, they thrive under pressure, and that’s good because there will be challenges aplenty over the next seven days. There will also be opportunities to travel and have fun with your friends. Get the balance right between work and play.

Jan. 20-Feb. 18 For the past few weeks you have done pretty much as you pleased, but now you must be more responsible, especially where money is concerned. If you follow the rules you could make some serious cash, but if you break them your losses could be huge.

Oct. 23-Nov. 21

Pisces

Feb. 19-Mar. 20 A new solar year begins for you this week and no matter how many setbacks there have been in your life it will feel as if a great weight has finally been lifted from your shoulders. The universe always gives us chances to start again. This one’s for you.

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The Vermilion Voice

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Battle River Victim Assistance Society presents 2014 Community Father-Daughter Dinner: “Building Healthy Relationships” Battle River Victim Services in partnership with the RCMP is hosting the first Community Father-Daughter Dinner to promote the unique bond between fathers and daughters. The Father Daughter Dinner will be on March 18, 2014 at the Regional Centre in Vermilion. This event is open to all fathers and daughters (between the ages of 10-1 years) within the Town of Vermilion, County of Vermilion River and Mannville and Innisfree areas. Cost $10/person. Tickets available at any school office in the County of Vermilion River or the Vermilion RCMP Detachment.

We are looking to hire: Front Desk Clerk & Housekeeping Staff Apply in person with resume to: The Ventura Motel 4508 - 52nd Street Vermilion, AB T9X 1J7

HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER Carillion Alberta is currently seeking permanent full time for Dewberry and seasonal Vermilion areas Job duties may include but are not limited to: Operating a snowplow truck, cracksealing, highway inspection,sign and guardrail repairs, gravel, sand or asphalt hauling, paving, etc. Shift-work and the ability to respond 24/7 during winter months will be required. Applicants must have a valid Class 3 drivers license with air endorsement, grade ten education or higher. Preferred applicants will have construction and/or hauling experience and a Class 1 driver’s license. Carillion offers competitive wages and benefits. Carillion maintains a substance abuse policy. Please mail or fax your written applications to: Carillion Canada Inc. Attention: Superintendent Box 40, Vegreville, AB T9C 1R1 Fax: 780-632-5060 Email: drewega@carillionalberta.ca

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K+S Windsor Salt Ltd. is involved in the mining, refining and distribution of salt products. Windsor Salt Lindbergh Facility, located 2.5 hours North East of Edmonton in the Lakeland Area, a market leader in the mining, manufacture and distribution of salt products for consumer, industrial and agriculture uses, has immediate openings for:

POWER ENGINEER Reporting to the Chief Engineer, you will control, operate and maintain the powerhouse to generate and supply steam, power, air and water requirements to the site, as well as perform other shift related tasks. Ideally, the candidates will hold a 2nd or 3rd Class (willing to obtain 2nd Class Ticket) Steam Engineer Ticket recognized by ABSA, with good communication, organizational, interpersonal, and proven trouble shooting skills. The powerhouse is operated 24/7 and 12 hour rotational shift work is required. Starting wage for 2nd Class Engineer is $39.34 per hour and for a 3rd Class Engineer is $32.02 per hour.

LABORERS and OPERATORS

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Our Laborers and Operators are required to use different type of equipment to produce a large variety of salt products. You are at least 18 years old, have completed you High School Diploma and are in a good physical condition. The starting wage is $24.77 per hour Windsor Salt offers a competitive compensation and benefit program. The successful candidate will be eligible to receive short term living assistance (if applicable). For the Power Engineer position, please submit your resume to: Mr. Tony Conner, Chief Engineer by e-mail at : aconner@windsorsalt.com, and for the Laborers and Operators positions to Mrs. Susan MacKinnon, Office Coordinator, at human-resources@windsorsalt.com OR by mail or fax to K+S Windsor Salt Ltd, Bag #1, Elk Point, Alberta T0A 1A0. Fax: (780) 724-3827. K+S Windsor Salt Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Careers

CETA To Open Doors For Barley, Industry Partners Cole Christensen, Alberta Barley Interim Communications Manager Submitted Alber ta Barley is confident that today’s tabling of the Canada–Europe Trade Agreement (CETA) Summary of the Negotiated Outcomes in the House of Commons is the next step towards achieving a more secure agricultural

future for barley farmers. “The CETA is the shot in the arm that our industry needs,” said Alberta B a r l e y C h a i r m a n M a t t S a w y e r. “G reater d eman d fo r our exp o r t s means greater profitability for our farmers at home.” Once fully implemented, this historic agreement is expec ted to gradually remove tariffs on virtually all of Canada’s agriculture and food products. The beef and pork indus-

tries will benefit considerably from this a sp e c t of th e a g re e m e nt, a s tariffs on their exports have historically been the highest. “ We are par tnered with—and dependent upon—the beef and pork industries,” said Sawyer. “The anticipated increase in demand for beef and pork exports will mean greater demand for feed barley. This will be a big boost to the bottom line for our producers.”

The CETA is expected to result in $1.5 billion in new agri-food exports, including a $6 0 0 million increase in beef exports and $400 million in pork. With over 80 per cent of harvested barley going towards feed production, an increase in the agri-food export market will result in a significant economic boost for barley farmers.

Anglin Responds To Redford On Feral Horse Cull

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RIMBEY, AB. Feb. 12, 2014 Today, Joe Anglin, Wildrose MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain HouseSundre issued the following statement in response to Alison Redford’s comments supporting the feral horse cull in central Alberta: “ Wildrose remains committed to a solution that is based on science. Premier Redford has failed to conduct a pragmatic, fact-based analysis of the horses’ herd, range and patterns, which has ultimately put them at risk of being culled.

Career Opportunities

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 Crop Production Services is the place for you.

Full-Time Operations Staff Wanted We are looking for full-time facility staff for our location. Main responsibility will include warehousing and shipping of farm supplies including bulk fertilizer and NH3. High quality service is vital to this role. The ideal candidate should have a valid Class 3 driver’s license with Q Endorsement and a clean drivers abstract. Training and communication devices will be provided to the successful candidate. Submit your application early for first consideration to 4409 – 47 Ave., Vermilion, AB T9X 1L5 Fax: 780 853-5521 e-mail: List-CPS-vermilion@agrium.com

For more information, contact: 780-853-3283 Visit www.Agrium.com

“ Wildrose would conduc t a best management practices study to minimize adverse impacts on the environment, wildlife and wildlife resources. “The people in my constituency are calling on this Premier and the Ministry of Environment to consider an alternative to the culling of over 200 horses. They would like to see this government introduce an adoption program where those interested could have the option of domesticating these feral horses. “The feral horse is a proud symbol of Alber ta’s frontier heritage. We should strive to keep it that way.”

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 Crop Production Services is the place for you.

Seasonal Operations Staff Wanted Truck Drivers:

We are looking for temporary Seasonal Drivers to join our team in Vermilion, AB. Main responsibility will be delivery of fertilizer and seed. The ideal candidate should have a valid Class 3 with Air driver’s license, clean driver abstract and familiar with NSC. Training and communication devices will be provided to the successful candidate.

Operations Workers:

We are looking for temporary Seasonal Operations Workers for our facility. Main responsibility will include warehousing and shipping of farm supplies along with administrative and general yard work. Regular and ongoing direct contact with customers in the delivery of high quality service is vital to this role. Candidates must have a valid Class 5 driver’s license. Agricultural experience (farm supplies) and a Class 3 driver’s license would be considered assets.

Submit your application early for first consideration to 4409 – 47 Ave., Vermilion, AB T9X 1L5. Fax: 780 853-5521 e-mail: List-CPS-vermilion@agrium.com

For more information, contact: 780-853-3283 Visit www.Agrium.com

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Derwent Area Farm Family Honoured With ATB Award

The ATB Family Farm Award was presented to the Pashulka family at the awards gala held at Farm Fair on Nov. 6, 2013. In attendance for the presentation were, from left, Richard Anderson-CEO Northlands, Honourable Verlyn Olson-Minister of Agriculture, Ken and Josie Pashulka and ATB Agriculture Manager, Greg Malyk.

The Pashulka family proudly displays their ATB Family Farm award. They are, back row from left, Taylor, Tyson and Riley Pashulka and seated are dad and mom, Ken and Josie, holding the commemorative sign. Photo Les Dunford. News Release

communities have been recognized as the recipients of the ATB Agriculture Farm Family Award. The NorthF o r 4 5 y e a r s , f a r m f a m i l i e s ern and Central Agricultural Service from northern and central Alberta Boards nominate outstanding fami-

lies who best represent the values of the family farm within their rural community. The award honours both their farming business practices and community involvement. Ken and Josie Pashulka, along with their three son Tyson, Riley and Taylor, own and operate Rusylvia Cattle Co. Their farm is located in Northeaste r n Alb e r ta in th e co u nt y of Two Hills. They run a 400 beef cow herd consisting of purebred Maine Anjou and Black Angus along with commercial black cows. They annually crop 1000 acres as well as 1200 acres of hay. The beef herd uses AI practise to be aggressive in the beef industry. The farm has a Verified Beef Poducer for 6 years and has completed the Enviromental Farm Plan. Their sons are very active in all aspects of the farm decisions and day to day activites and also the 4-H program with steer and female projects. The farm is a source of great pride and enjoyment.

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The Village of Kitscoty is currently recruiting for a motivated and mature candidate for the full-time Public Works II position. Reporting to the Public Works I Foreman, in support of all aspects of our municipal operations, duties will include, but are not limited to: • Maintenance of public infrastructure ie: roads, water & wastewater systems, facilities, lands, vehicles and equipment • Water distribution and wastewater collection system assistance • Supervision of PW summer students

Allied Arts Host Duane Steele And Allison Granger

From left, country artist Duane Steele, Allied Arts Ambassador Lucas van Assem, and freelance fiddler Allison Granger. Steele and Granger performed on the Alumni theatre stage on Feb. 8. Organizers say the two performed to a very appreciative crowd. Photo submitted.

The suitable candidate will demonstrate: • Equipment operation abilities and experience (Skid steer, tractor, mower) • Ability to perform routine maintenance on municipal buildings, infrastructure, and equipment • Solid mechanical abilities • Commitment to professional development – obtaining Alberta Environment Level 1 Certiﬁcation in Water/Wastewater • Ability to work independently plus cooperatively within a team environment • Supervisory capabilities (summer staﬀ) Requirements: • Grade 12 diploma or GED Equivalent • Valid driver’s license • Municipal experience would be considered an asset

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CERTIFIED BOOM TRUCK A OPERATOR - Must be able to drive standard Class 1 - Safety Tickets an Asset - Cell Phone Compensation - Benefit Pkg after 3 months Apply with resume and drivers abstract to mstuder@mcsnet.ca No phone calls Thank you to all applicants but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Preference will be given to candidates with proven municipal experience, mechanical aptitude and mature attitude. We offer a competitive wage and benefits package, with wages commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will be required to provide a current driver’s license abstract. Please submit a resume, including two employment references, marked “Confidential – Public Works II” by 1:00 pm, Tuesday, March 4th, 2014 to: Village of Kitscoty Box 128, Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 E-mail: Terry@vokitscoty.ca Fax: 780-846-2213 This position may remain open until a suitable candidate is recruited. The Village of Kitscoty appreciates the interest of all applicants, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. All resumes and personal information provided will be handled in accordance with the Province of Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPP) legislation. Personal information is being collected solely for the purpose of considering candidates eligibility for employment.

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Rustlers Curling Teams Ready For ACAC Championships Lakeland College Submitted Ocean Smart likes her team’s chances of winning a medal at the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference (ACAC) curling championship at the Vermilion Curling Club on Feb. 21 to 23. “Our team goal is to be in the finals of the ACAC championships,” says Smart, skip of Lakeland College Rustlers woman’s rink. It’s a goal that coach Chris McQuid thinks is doable. “NAIT is one rink we’ve struggled with at regional events in the past and there are definitely other good teams at the championship but I think we can compete with any of them,” says McQuid. Smart has competed in two ACAC curling championships, winning bronze in 2012. This year she’s with a new lineup that consists of third Cori Dunbar, second Karli Makichuk, and leads Casey Chalut and Amber Stachura. Dunbar previously played for NAIT, winning two silvers and a bronze in ACAC competition.

“We have a very experienced team and I think we do have the talent to win. We just have to stick together as a team and work hard,” says Smart who is in the bachelor of commerce program at the Lloydminster campus. “We hope that playing at Vermilion, the rink may be packed and we can feed off the home crowd.” One thing that sets the Rustlers apart from other women’s teams is their hitting game. “The women’s game is usually more finesse but this team is a very strong hitting team. This gives us a little more in our arsenal that we can use,” says McQuid. Lakeland’s mixed team of Robyn Gerrard, Devon Barnard, Dusty Haldenby, Shayne Copeland and Cassandra Sunderland is a younger team. “It’s going to be a good experience for them. Olds College and NAIT are tough in mixed for sure. Our goal is to medal, but if we get hot, you never know,” says McQuid. First draws are Friday at 4 p.m. with opening ceremonies at 6:30 p.m. Gold medal games are Sunday at 2 p.m. The

top three teams qualify for the Canadian The guest speaker at the banquet Collegiate Athletic Association Curl- Saturday is Rustler alum Lindsay Makiing National Championships in Sault Ste. chuk who played for Team Alberta at the Marie, Ont. in March. 2010 Scotties Tournament of Hearts.

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