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Vermilion Ukrainian Graduate Dancers Honoured With Presenting Ko’lach

Nicole Frankiw was honoured with presenting the Ko’lach at this year’s Vermilion Samotsvit Ukrainian Dancers year end recital held on May 4. This was Frankiw’s final year dancing with Samotsvit along with male dancer Glenn Venance who was charged with presenting the sheave of wheat. See more on page 28. Photo Karen Nedzielski.

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4H Drill Team Prepares For Lloyd Expo Lorna Hamilton Reporter

Th e a n nual 4-H E xp o, which is a major regional 4H show, brings together more than 350 4H members to showcase their projects for the year. These projects include heifer, steer, cow/calf, light horses, and multi-projects. The Vermilion Light Horse 4H drill

team are busy practicing and perfecting their choreographed performance two nights a week at the Vermilion Fair grounds until the end of May. The Drill team also holds ten meetings a year, participates in the annual highway clean up, completes at least one volunteer activity and a public communication presentation, as well as riding and learning about horses, mounted and dismounted.

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The Vermilion River Outdoor 4H Club, Vermilion 4HSheep Club, Vermilion 4H Lighthorse Club came together to clean up two areas for the Town Clean Up. Approx 67 bags of garbage. Total Volunteers 52 (including members, family & friends). Five of the 52 live in town with the rest of them residing outside of the Town limits. We are thankful to have so many show up to Pitch In! Front Row: MaryJo Roberts, Kaylee Krys, Michaela Westergaard, Desirae Cutler, Mia Westergaard, David McCrae, Hunter Carlson, Julia McCrae. 2nd Row: Stephanie Hryciuk, Megan Krys, Cole Teasdale, Spencer Carlson, Owen Cleland, Grace Cleland, Cassidy Cutler, Maranda Westergaard, Jackson Livingstone, Tara Martin, Mark Livingstone, Jesse Sikora, Carson Livingstone. Back Row: Deanna Krys, Derek Hryciuk, Daniel Hryciuk, Warren Teasdale, Leslie Carlson, Parker Carlson, Shauna Cutler, Heine Westergaard, Penny Westergaard, Audra Livingstone, Stacey Hryciuk, Joanne McCrae, Dot Cleland, Emma Cleland. Missing: Grace Evans, Joshua Ball, Sean McGrath, Billy McGrath. Photo submitted.

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Vermilion 4H Light Horse Help Sweep The Town (above)

The members of the Vermilion 4H Light Horse club were not going to be left out of the Town Wide Clean-Up on May 10. Pictured here are, from left, Heather Hryhirchuk, Debra Zack, Hayden Zack, Andrea Zielinski, Moniek Okkema, Dixie Allen, Breanne Hryhirchuk, Hessten Zack, Cathy Allen and Harleigh Zack as they get ready to head out and clean their designated area.

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The Alberta Central East Water Corporation is seeking proposals for the supply and construction of a 32’x40’x14’ pole shed. This shed is to be constructed at the ACE water transfer station site, which is approximately ½ mile north of the Town of Vegreville. For specifications on the shed, please contact Brent Romanchuk at: bromanchuk@county24.com or 780-846-3312. Sealed proposals clearly marked “Alberta Central East Water Corporation Pole Shed Proposals” will be received prior to May 16, 2014 at 12:00:00 p.m., local time, at the following address: Alberta Central East Water Corporation c/o County of Vermilion River 4912 – 50th Avenue Box 69 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 Attn: Brent Romanchuk

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A Test Of Patience Editor

This past week my patience has b een tested to a near breaking point. After 13 years, my husband and I have a new puppy. After our older cattle dog died last year, leaving us with only one dog on our mixed farming operation, we felt it was time to “bite the bullet” and get a replacement dog to help with the cattle. Both my husband and I have forgotten how much work a young dog can be. A few sleep deprived nights and re-arranging our lives to accommodate the dog has been a bit tiring to say the least. Tempers have flared and we have not been as polite to each other as maybe we should have been. Over the course of my life, no matter what job I have been doing, I have made a point of trying to be as polite as I can to

others, especially when out in the public. This can sometimes be difficult in certain situations and it seems I have been tested on a number of occasions lately. Each time I was able to maintain my cool, but I have to admit, I have wanted to explode and let my true emotions out. Why is it that people feel then need to expend their valuable energy by being miserable and taking it out on other people around them? Being in the public a lot, I get to see other people doing this in what sometimes can be stressful situations, but that should not give them the right to treat people with disrespect or with ill manners. The truth is, when dealing with the public you have to try to put on your best face and are expected to present yourself in a certain manner and need to be as polite as possible in all situations. Last weekend I was fortunate to attend a function at a familiar venue and upon arrival was greeted by the ticket takers who were very polite and answered all of

Letter to the Editor I would like to comment on two articles in the Voice. First is the leaking well. My son lived in Calmar and one of the leaking wells was found right by his fence. Esso and everybody else including town and developer denied any knowledge of the well. As for the other two wells one was by a school and one was by a playground. Esso, owners of the wells came in and told residents that they would have to tear down five homes, that were only four years old, in order to bring a full size rig to correct the problem with this well. Esso refused to pay replacement value for these homes. My son had three contractors quote $380,000 as the cost of replacing his home. Esso evoked right of entry and paid him $300,000 a loss of $80,000 in equity to him. This does not seem right or fair, he didn’t want to move until the leaking well was found. Second I would like to comment on distracted driving. This involves my son again. He was going for lunch in Devon where he works on a motor bike. A woman on the phone turned left right in front of him. He was taken by Stars to the Royal Alex Hospital, where he was diagnosed in the ER with 28% chance of living, and 88% chance of being a paraplegic and only 3% chance of ever walking even with a walker. For the last 20 months he has undergone numerous surgeries and still has more to go. The police said he never had any chance to apply his brakes. The Alberta Government has legislated insurance for pain and suffering is $40,000 so he will be cut off as of September 25, 2014. Two years from the date of the collision. This could lead to them losing their house. If he wants anymore he will have to sue her insurance company which will take years

to receive anything. After spending 13 days in an induce coma and a further 14 days in the ICU he should be entitled to a lot more compensation. It seems like the Government is working for the insurance company’s and not the injured person or persons. This legislation needs to be changed perhaps with levels according to the severity of the injuries. His collision caused by a distracted driver has changed his life forever. Please contact your MLA and have everyone else you know do the same. Let’s see if we can go province wide with this. Stan & Helen Smith

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Thank You We would like to Thank everyone who supported us during mom’s passing and to all those who stopped in to the store afterwards. Your visits and words of support were appreciated and we are thankful for the wonderful friends we have. Thank you for all the charitable donations, prayers and thoughts, phone calls and cards and people who brought food by. Thank you to everyone that helped out and the pallbearers and to Ann McGrath and everybody who attended the service. Thank you to Harry & Alva Creech for your help, and to Colleen Hozak and staff for catering and the nursing staff in Yuma. A very special thank you to Lindsay & Marilyn Everest for your help and support in Yuma during mom’s passing, and thank you uncle Bruce for the heartfelt celebration of mom’s life. The Family of Christina Whitlock

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to the admission desk and they were more than helpful with accommodating my request. The truth is, I wanted to explain to the young lady that she could have nicely explained that the seats were taken as per the tickets. I felt embarrassed for her parents as, if this was my daughter and I overheard her talking like this to another person, I would have definitely had some “words of wisdom” for my child. My dad was a farmer throughout his entire life and used to say the public can be the ugliest animal to deal with. He also used to say, “The more I work with the public, the more I want another dog.”

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my questions in a polite manner. I found my way to my usual seating area and got comfortable and ready for the show. A younger lady with a group of other individuals seated next to me. They were looking slightly confused about their seats. It appeared they had more people than seats so I offered to move down and make room for them to sit together. I was met with the somewhat sassy young lady, who rudely explained that it was assigned seating and said “you can’t just sit wherever you want.” I apologized and said it was no problem, moving further away from them and removing myself from the situation and any further confrontation. I returned

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Around The Campfire Neil B. Stratton Columnist

“Ole Man Winter” is being awful stubborn this year and even though all the true signs of spring are here, the old man just won’t go away. It doesn’t make outdoor adventures any less exciting, he is just a nuisance now. He is losing his grip though as we see some truly nice days in between his cold and flurry tantrums. It shows our green explosion coming is delayed somewhat, although the grass on the lawn is trying to turn green. I have looked back through the years in

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my outdoor journals and see we had many years where the green explosion where leaves were at full bloom, has been as early as May 5. As I write this it is already May 8 and even the Parkland poplars/ aspen trees are barely showing the first stages of buds, let alone any green leaves yet. But it will happen very quickly now with a couple of nice warm sunny days. A lot of spring bear hunters are saying it’s a little slow as the poplar trees haven’t budded yet. The bears are on south facing slopes of pipelines and worked lands where the only green is evident at this time. I used to love to explore huge poplar stands in the deep wilderness when I was spring bear hunting with my bow; the bears would climb very high to the top of some of the biggest poplar trees and just sit there. It was like they were or are just waiting for the green explosion, as poplar buds go through the transition into a blooming green leaf. This is one of their favourite and first spring foods and not many people know that a bear’s diet is 75-90 per cent plants and roots. The black bear would stand out like a sore thumb high in the bare trees. I have some favourite bear trees out there, not bare trees but bear trees, as these were big poplar trees that certain bears would climb year after year. Some even had a nest like perch at the top where branches opened out and up making, a natural bear nest where they would lay and wait. These bear trees are extremely interesting. Over the years as the bears would climb up and down they would dig their huge claws deep into the trees soft bark, and over time these scars will turn black

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and hard and will last the lifetime of the tree. I wrote a story about one of those “bear trees” not so far from my home; very unusual this far south in the MidWest and so close to civilization. I wanted to bring that tree home. I would love to have that tree in my shop that has a high ceiling, and go from floor to ceiling with maybe a tree stand at the top and a bear mount standing at the bottom looking up. But I love seeing that tree every year in my spring exploring and adventures, so it is safe to tell its story for many years to come. I may still bring one of my favourite bear trees home from the north wilderness someday where they are more numerous. With the lack of spring greenery, the bears’ first food, bears will be more daring and human contact will be higher this year. Just this morning there was a report of a fatal attack on a women here in Alberta. I am not sure of the details but I will bet it was due to the lack of spring feed for the bears, so we will all have to use caution in our outdoor adventures this spring and use some common sense and safety measures. In springs like this bears will even enter rural towns and scavenge through people’s garbage cans in the search for food, so they will waste no time tearing up one’s camping site or vehicle if food sources are left out or not packed away properly. If visiting areas on spring adventures that are known to have bears in the area, spend a little time to become “bear smart”. Fish & Wildlife and Alberta Parks Canada have great pamphlets and bear

smart web pages on bear smart education. Alberta Parks has very good and important reading on the subject at… http:// www.albertaparks.ca/media/123478/ bearsmart_ebook.pdf and SRD has one at… http://esrd.alberta.ca/recreationpublic-use/alberta-bear-smart/default. aspx. Whether it’s for work or recreation anyone in wilderness areas that have grizzly or black bear habitat should familiarize themselves with the above information to protect themselves and their families. It’s tragic to see someone lose their life to a bear attack as with this latest fatal encounter, our thoughts and prayers go out to the victim and her family. Although the spring bear hunting season has started out slow there has been some success with avid bowhunters, and when spring does decide to kick out ole man winter for good, it will improve. The spring bear hunting season is a necessary tool in wildlife management concerning bears to prevent tragedies as with this latest bear fatality as both the human and bear populations grow in Alberta. However don’t let that incident prevent you from enjoying our outdoors and outdoor adventures; you have a better chance of winning the big lotto than experiencing a fatal encounter with a bear. When the Smoke Clears The best way to be kind and to protect bears is to avoid them!

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Stewards Of A Heritage Franklin Wolters Columnist

Us older guys who h ave ex p e r i e n ce d the old machines that we re u s e d to farm as far back as World War I times in some cases. Not too many of those folks still alive, but even people my age still like to see and hear those old machines that are still able to run. Many young people have only ever experienced tractor, combines, swathers, with air conditioned cabins and all the nice things like hydraulics and power steering. Th ey n e e d to se e what u se d to be maybe to really appreciate this wonderful modern equipment. It’s hard to explain the joys of riding an old steel wheeled tractor and to feel th e j o lt s a n d h e a r th e n o is e that came along with the constant wrestling with the steering, lift levers and the stamina sapping heat that radiated from those old engines. Just a few minutes ride tells the story much more graphically, and of course for that to be possible there has to be an element among us that will chase the country and find and rescue those old wonders of history and save them for us all to see and wonder at. In my family there are several of those special people still with that passion that are thrilled like kids finding Easter eggs when one of those old beauties comes to light resting in the brush somewhere. It doesn’t take long before a trailer with a winch is fetched and preparations are underway to retrieve what’s left and it’s taken to a secure place. My brother Elmer left behind quite a legacy of old

tractors, vehicles and such and most of them found new homes. A trip with one of these stewards is an education when you travel with them because all these lodes of treasure become known and it’s wonderful to hear the bargaining for parts so that missing pieces can be located and pieces from several machines can maybe complete one to running condition. To get an old engine to turn over after languishing in a fence corner for who knows how long takes a whole plethora of techniques that only a dedicated person would come up with. It’s a marvel to hear these people talk about all the different things they try that can salvage almost anything they find. It’s really truly remarkable. The hours that are spent in shops around the country are really quite astounding. It’s an education to hear these men talk shop. Besides the stockpile of old machines there are companies that specialize in supplying all the decals and the proper shade of paint, and even believe it or not instruction manuals to help get the old engine ti m e d p ro p e r ly. C a n yo u i m a g i n e they can supply even magnetos and sparkplugs for those long obsolete engines, all it takes is money! This is a hobby that can take deep pockets, but some of the rarest of these old hard to find treasures are like rare coins or stamps and one in restored like new condition will bring many times what it sold for new in those long ago times. Come summer time look for shows and antique tractor pulls that are held in various parts of the country and there you will see examples of this art form, which is exactly what it is. I love to go to Irricana Pioneer Acres, East of Airdrie

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and in Wetaskiwin, there is Stan Reynolds museum, and in North Battleford the town has a splendid array of these old machines. Calgary has the Glen B ow Institute that houses the old Rumley threshing machine that our family donated to them. We have a show here in Vermilion at our local fair that highlights antique old tractors doing their best in competition with examples of their lineage. I can’t help but get misty eyed when I see men, some not all that old either, proudly showing off their handy work as they drive their prizes around in a parade or trying their best to show that their particular old engine was the best and worth the effort they put forth to salvage it and make it like new!

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Albertans are making themselves heard. They’ve stood up for workplace pensions. They’ve let their MLAs know that laws designed to undermine workplace pension plans are unacceptable. And the public has made the government pause. Bills 9 and 10 are being put to public hearings, and won’t return to the legislature until fall. Albertans now have an opportunity to discuss real retirement security for all. Tell the Alberta government to strengthen — not undermine — retirement security. And ask the Conservative government to do something 14052AA0 for Albertans who don’t have workplace pension plans by joining all the other provinces in supporting the expansion of the Canada Pension Plan. Find out more at TruthAboutAlbertaPensions.ca

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Knowing Ourselves Margaret Lonsdale Columnist

Among the most precious of our National Treasures is the National Film Board of Canada. Although its government funding has steadily diminished in recent years, the NFB continues to produce and promote some of the most innovative and uniquely Canadian films available anywhere. It deserves our attention and our support. The Canadian Film Industr y has always struggled to maintain a presence in the shadow of the great prolific and deep-pocketed beast that is Hollywood. Canadian made films just don’t seem to measure up. They are sometimes perceived as second rate, their production exhibiting a certain “B” movie quality, somehow never as shiny and perfect as those produced by our expert neighbours. Perhaps Canadian films cannot match the slick perfection of a Hollywood blockbuster. Perhaps our filmmakers don’t even intend to compete in that arena. Maybe we have to cease our

habit of comparing Canadian film unfavourably with American film, and to look more deeply into our own culture. Canada’s first films were produced under the direction of the Canadian Government Motion Picture Bureau (CGMPB), founded in 1917. The Bureau produced mostly travelogues highlighting an idealized impression of Canada intended to attract wealthy American tourists to visit. There seemed little effort to engage Canadians with our own culture through the medium of film. Actually, the best known depiction of Canadians was then gleaned from the stereotypes featured in American-made films. You know, dogsleds and igloos. Rugged country folk enduring harsh landscapes, and the RCMP. It was Prime Minister Mackenzie King who, having read a report decrying the nature and quality of work produced through CGMPB, became convinced that the Canadian film industry needed a new vision. He sought to have more Canadian made films shown in Canadian cinema, then dominated by American productions. King invited John Grierson,

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4H Farm Families Rally In Support Of Streamstown Rancher Karen Nedzielski Reporter

Mark and Susan Draves say a routine day at their Streamstown farm, located north east of Vermilion, went from average to life changing in the blink of an eye. On March 18, Mark suffered an aorta dissection, a condition where the aorta, the main artery which supplies the body with oxygen, incurs multiple tears. Mark and Susan said March 18 was just an average day on the ranch as they were kept busy with calving and re-breeding season when Mark started to complain above having a lack of energy and attributed it to the recent time change. It was when Mark went to bed that he told his wife he was experiencing a heaviness in his chest and it was at that point, Susan knew something was wrong. She said she immediately gave him an aspirin and quickly called the Alberta Health Link phone line. During the call Mark’s symptoms continued to worsen as he started to experience tingling in his legs and said he needed to go to the hospital. Susan said Mark was not one to ask to go to the hospital so she knew there was something drastically wrong. Susan quickly got Mark in the truck and headed to the

hospital in Lloydminster where a CT scan was performed, revealing the dissection happening, forming a pool of blood around Mark’s heart. A medivac airplane was dispatched and Mark was flown to Edmonton at about 5 a.m Wednesday morning. The grim realization was that Mark was only given approximately a one per cent chance of surviving the flight to the city and a chance at a life-saving procedure. Susan said the family choked back tears and told Mark they would see him again and meet him in the city. At 7 a.m. Mark underwent surgery to repair the tares and the family was unable to see him until 5:30 p.m. that day. Doctors met with the family after the surgery and told them the condition was most likely caused by an aneurism in his ascending aorta. They were told the next 24 hours would prove critical. Mark was far from out of the woods and would spend the next four days in an induced coma being observed for strokes and other complications. After 14 days in recovery at the Mazankowski Alber ta Hear t Institute, Mark was offered a transfer to the Vermilion Health Centre, a facility closer to home, making it easier for family and friends to visit, where he would wait for

a spot at the Glenrose Rehabilitation Centre. Because of the lack of blood flow to his lower body, Mark was unable to move his legs and has relied on the use of a wheelchair to get around. Doctors cannot say that the loss of use of Mark’s legs is due to the blockage, restricting blood flow to his lower extremities or during the surgical procedure by clamping-off the blood flow, allowing for the repair to the aorta. T h e fa m ily is ve r y h a p py M a r k survived the procedure and is working at his recovery, they have received

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a huge outpouring of support from their community of farming families including the Northminster 4H Beef club which the Draves have been a part of for many years. Through social media, the club initiated a support page which developed into an online auction and the donations instantly came pouring in. People in the farming industry are known to stick together and help out other families in need and this project would prove no different. Truck loads of hay, home decor, various services including farriery and animal boarding,

artwork, bovine embryos and semen are some of the many items donated to the auction. Some home baking available through the auction have brought astounding dollars to go towards Mark’s recovery. One such donation is that of Mark’s mother, Judy, where she donated 4 trays of cabbage rolls which brought $1,100 through the online auction. The Draves say they are very grateful for the support they have received and are thankful to those who helped initiate the auction. Mark and Susan said the work of friends Shannon and Kim Eaton as well as Jackie Payne have played a huge part in the online auction. The Draves say the funds raised from the auction will most likely go towards renovation to their home to accommodate Mark’s needs once he is released from hospital after recovering from what could have easily been a fatal condition claiming his life.

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Dawns Eats Dawn Hames Columnist

Chocolate Cream Pie Last week the recipe was for sourdough bread made with homemade kefir. I want you to know that sometimes the loaf rose well and other times not so much. I continued to test the recipe to discover why. Here it is. The best loaves of bread were made with second generation kefir, which is fresh kefir that used the original kefir to ferment the second batch. The other thing that I found helped is, adding two tablespoons of hot water to the honey, and then stirring it into the bread recipe. This means that you may need an additional half cup of flour. Enjoying chocolate cream is both decadent and comforting. When you make it yourself, there is far less sugar than commercially prepared products. Cocoa is known to be heart healthy and beneficial to the cardio vascular sys tem. Co nsumptio n of

cocoa contributes to the reduction of oxidation of the bad cholesterol which in turn, reduces build up of plaque in blood vessels. Cocoa, due to being rich in antioxidants has been shown to help regulate blood sugar, lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol. Cocoa contains magnesium, manganese, copper and iron. Cocoa is a natural source of tr yptophan, which is why it elicits such delight in chocolate lovers everywhere. Cocoa is also an anti-depressant due to the tryptophan and stimulating pick me up, due to its theobromine content. What’s not to love about something that makes you feel great and is good for you? Health professionals recomm e n d th a t th e b e n ef i t s of co co a are more apparent in dark chocolate, preferably organic with reduced sugar content. Here is a yummy recipe. For best results use 2 per cent milk. Using a graham crust is easy, but you could also use a pastry or coconut crust this pie. Chocolate Cream Pie

Graham Crust 1 cup graham wafer crumbs 1/4 cup melted butter 1 tablespoon sugar (white or brown) 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional) Melt the butter and then stir in the remaining ingredients. Reser ve 2 tablespoons of this mixture. Press into a 9 inch pie plate. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 minutes.

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Vermilion Elementary School Karen King Submitted VES Kindergartens Visit Lakeland College Farm The Superintendent’s Annual Public Speaking competition was held during Ap ril. G ra d e 4, 5 a n d 6 s tu d e nt s each wrote and presented a speech ab out what they would do if they were principal for a day. Thank you to Ms. Templeton and Ms. Simmonds who were able to come and judge the grade winners: Madison, Owen, Ali and Amber. A big congratulations to Amber for doing such an amazing job representing VES at the final competition. The kindergarten classes had the opportunity this past week to visit th e L a kela n d co lle g e fa rm. F irs t, they visited the sheep farm where they learned many interesting facts about sheep, like they have no top teeth only a few on the bottom and Kindergarten Farm Visit th a t th e i r b o d y p ro d u ce s l a n o l i n Members of the VES Kindergarten class took a field trip to the Lakeland College farm last week. Photos submitted. which is used in many lotions. Then the kinder kids got to watch a sheep a lot smaller without their thick coat born ten minutes before they arrived. levels in the areas of running, biking, being sheared. The sheep sure looked of wool. After, the kinder kids visited T h ey l e a r n e d th a t th e d a i r y cow and some swimming. We will practice the cow barn where they saw a baby p ro duces t welve ju gs of milk in a drills in both running and biking, and day and also drinks one bathtub full learn the transition between swimof water. Thank-you to Joanne and ming and biking. Unfortunately, our the Lakeland College Farm for the playground area doesn’t have a pool wonderful learning experience they to practice in, but we are working have provided our students. with the Vermilion Aquatic Centre to Music Monday took place on May 5. book some practice times. If you are This day celebrated the importance of interested in having your child be a music in our lives, with music makers part of this club, please have them across C anada. VE S students got pick up forms with more information together with St. Jerome’s students from the VES office. to sing “ Is Somebody Singing” by Dates to Remember are May 13 – Chris Hatfield and Ed Robertson. Grade 3 PAT, May 14 – Grade 6 PAT, For the month of May, students May 14 – Early Dismissal at 2 p.m., May have the opportunity to create with 15 – Hot Lunch Forms Due, May 16 & LEGO in the gym at lunch time. It is 19 – No School, May 20 – Grade 4 and always exciting to see their creations. 5 Ag Safety; May 21 – AR Assembly at Lacrosse Skills Training Triathlon Club will be offered after 10:45; May 27 (Tuesday) – PAC MeetMembers of Edmonton Rush Lacrosse Association showing 5B some lacrosse school beginning on May 6 and finish- ing at 7 p.m., May 29 – Grade 2 and skills. ing on June 12. Triathlon is a grow- Grade 4 Field Trips, June 2 – Grade 6 ing sport for youth, and your child to JR, June 4 – Early Dismissal at 2 calf that was just will learn how to improve their fitness p.m., June 5 – Grade 5 Field Trip.

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St. Jerome School News Margaret McCormack Submitted

2014 Graduates Attend Retreat Mr. MacMillan, Mrs. Wilson and the Grade twelve class headed out early Sunday morning, May 4 for the Grade 12 Retreat at Camp Encounter. The three-day retreat is a wonderful time for the graduating class to build wonderful memories, strengthen their friendships, and to reflect on their journey through St. Jerome’s School. The students participated in many team-building activities including rope and obstacle courses, Trust Fall, blindfold games, and the game of Predator on the island. They also took time to journal their thoughts and feelings and participated in a “Drum-Circle”. Staying with tradition Mr. MacMillan sang the song he wrote for the grade twelve class. The Grade nine students traveled to Lloydminster for the “Try-A-Trade” event. Students are giving the opportunity to visit a variety of booths where they can find out more information about a variety of trades as well as participate in some hands on

activities. The students found the morning very informative and will use this information to help them make decisions in the future. Last week students throughout St. Jerome’s participated in activities as part of Mental Health Week. Kindergarten to Grade five students joined with other schools across North America at attempting to break the World Record for the most people reading the same book on the same day. The book, “I Can: Believe in Myself” was read in each classroom and then students signed in to the website and contributed their own “I Can” statement. It was be pretty cool to be part of a World Record attempt! Thank you to VIBE coach Crystal Jackson for organizing this event. Those students who have been demonstrating their strong school spirit throughout the year were treated to a day at West Edmonton Mall on May 9. Students must participate in a certain number of Spirit Days and activities in order to enjoy this special event. May is the month for Track and Field competitions for Jr. and Sr. High students. St. Jerome’s Jr. High Track Meet for Grade

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St. Jerome’s Jr. High students helping out in the lunchroom. Photo submitted. 6-9 will be held in the afternoon of May 20. Those students who place in the top spots will then represent our school at the ECACS Track Meet on May 26 in Wainwright and also at the Highway 16 Championships at J.R. Robson on May 27. Our Sr. High Team has begun practicing afterschool and will attend the District Track Meet in Lloydminster on May 21. Those

who do well will go to Zones in St. Paul on May 28. School Reminders: Early Dismissal – Wednesday, May 14 at 2 p.m., No School – Friday, May 16 and Monday, May 19, 2014, Graduation – Saturday, May 24, Grade 10’s finish classes on May 30 and begin at the college for three weeks on June 2.

2014 Budget Town of Vermilion Press Release

On May 6, 2014, Council for the Town of Vermilion gave second and final reading to the 2014 Tax Rate Bylaw which gives approval to the 2014 Operating and Capital Budget and the five year budget plan. School requisitions have increased less than 1% or $4,743 after an 11% increase in 2013 and a 11.5% increase in 2012. The Town of Vermilion collects the education tax on behalf of the province and has no control over the School Tax Rate. For 2014 Vermilion Property Tax Payers will pay $1,297,718 to the province for school taxes. The municipality is requesting a 13% increase in the municipal levy resulting in a levy $4,448,604. The municipal tax rate results in an

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The Town will be be reviewing the costs for the first 5 months of 2014 to ensure the accuracy of 2014’s utility rates. The overall dollar increase for a family of 4 is approximately an increase of $24.45 month effective January 1, 2014. Most residential properties will see an increase in their property taxes when their property assessment increases. On The utility rates will increase as average, residential properties will see follows: an increase of $70-$110 in their propWater Consumption 34.6%, Water erty taxes. Most non residential properFlat Rate 5%, Garbage 1% ,Recycling 6%, ties will see an increase in their assessSewer 0% ment calculation for 2013, resulting in Since Vermilion is now connected to increases in their property taxes. regional water we will pay an increase from $2.60 to $3.50/m3 for consumpSample Tax Properties: tion that will include the costs to distribTaxes on a Residential Property with ute that water to our residents. The an attached garage 27 yrs old approx. consumption rates will increase to 1405 ft2: cover Vermilion’s principal and inter2013 Assessment 299,820 / 2013 est payments for phase one and two. Taxes Levied $3,155.52

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J.R. Robson Student Will Compete At Toronto Winter Fair Karen Nedzielski Reporter Myrnam 4H Beef club member Makayla Wowk, is scheduled to speak at the Toronto Winter Fair’s Canadian Young Speakers Competition held this November. On April 12, Makayla participated in the Provincial 4H Public Speaking Competition held at Edmonton Nor thland Centre after winning at the club, district and regional levels. Af ter a stellar presentation she was awarded the Alber ta title and offered the opportunity to compete at the national level later this year. Makayla, daughter of local auctioneer and rancher Miles Wowk, and Dr. Melanie Wowk, a veterinarian in Vermilion, said she has been

public speaking since she was nine years old as a new 4H member of the Myrnam 4H Beef club. She has seen success in public speaking before, a d va n c i n g a s fa r a s th e re g i o n a l level, but has never advanced beyond that until last year. Makayla, along with a fellow 4 H m e m b e r, co m p ete d with th ei r presentation which took them to the provincial level last year. Since the provincial competition is only open to s e nio r m e m b e rs, th e 14 ye a rold member was not old enough to compete on her own at that level. Because she was competing with a older member Makayla was eligible to speak at that level. Last year’s presentation garnered the duo a third place finish and after co m p e ti n g a s a f i r s t ye a r s e n i o r member this year, Makayla said she

was thrilled to make it back to the provincial level for the April competition. However, Makayla is no stranger when it comes to public speaking. O l d e r b roth e r M . J. has a lso se e n success at the provincial level and has also comp eted at the provinc i a l l eve l. Af te r fo u r tr i p s to th e Provincial Public speaking competition, M.J. won the Alberta title and was awarded the Toronto trip and a chance at the Canadian championship. Makayla was able to tag along and watch as her older brother competed against the best 4H public speakers in the country and although he didn’t win the national title, Makayla said it was an amazing experience. “Public speaking is a valuable skill that I think has really helped me to

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be given every opportunity to do so. The federal Temporary Foreign Worker program has rules, and it is important that they be followed. There have been some recent incidents in the food services sector, and those situations should be dealt with. However, we have concerns about the federal moratorium. First, it is unfair to freeze an entire sector because there are problems with a few players. Second, Alberta’s economy is strong. Unemployment here is below five per cent, which is significantly lower than in other parts of the country. There are employers who cannot find people, and there are people who cannot find jobs. Alberta has job fairs, websites and programs for both groups. Food

services companies, unions, and workers participate in them, yet positions remain open. When jobs remain unfilled, workers are recruited from other sectors, customer service declines, or Canadians already on staff lose shifts or jobs when restaurants close or reduce their hours. None of these results are good for the quality of life in rural communities. Th e re a re ways fo r th e fe d eral government to deal with compliance problems in its TFW program. There are also ways to improve Canada’s immigration program, so that we can ensure TFWs are “permanent foreign workers” who become a permanent part of our workforce and our neighbourhoods.

I came to Canada as a child when my parents emigrated from then-communist Poland. When I arrived here, I thought we had landed in paradise because there seemed to be so many opportunities for our family. Many of the temporary foreign workers here today have that same sense of optimism about the communities where they are working. They know that this province rewards those who work hard, and they are proud to be part of one of the world’s most exciting regions. Albertans know that our province is a busy, growing, dynamic place. It is unfortunate that the federal government is choosing to compromise the people who are helping make that growth possible.

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Can Creating Art Really Improve Your Mental Wellness?

Jodi Simmonds, VIBE Coach Submitted Yo u m a y k n o w t h a t t h r o u g h out history many of the world’s most famous artists suffered from mental illness: Emily Carr, Vincent Van Gogh, Wolfgang Mozart, and Leo Tolstoy just to name a few. But did you know that art can be used as a form of therapy for those individuals living with mental illness? The Art Therapy Alliance defines art therapy as, “the deliberate use of art-making to address psychological and emotional needs.” Art therapy provides all kinds of benefits for those living with mental illness including: fostering self-expression, enhancing coping skills, managing stress, and strengthening your sense of self. Imagine someone suffering a trauma so emotionally damaging that they simply could not speak about what happened to them. Creating art could be a way

for that person to express themselves when the words will not come. It can also be a cathartic experience in that people can release their memories and emotions slowly and as they are ready. Art creation can also be a very effective way to communicate many of the complex thoughts and emotions that someone with mental illness can be experiencing. So how can creating art in any form improve the mental wellness of all of us? For some of us, just starting and completing a project can make us feel proud and foster our self-confidence. For others, seeing our thoughts and feelings appear on paper, in our sculptures or quilts, or in our scrapbooks or pottery, can help to clarify our emotions and release stress. Creating art can also create a calm, serene atmosphere where people can take some time to feed their souls and restore some balance to their busy

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The Vermilion RCMP Submitted May 13-19, 2014 will mark Canada Road Safety Week, a national campaign aimed at making Canada’s roads the safest in the world. This campaign is a police initiative designed to remind people that an essential part of the enforcement

job is to save lives and reduce injuries on our roadways. Educating the public about safe driving practices is a priority. The focus will be on behaviors that put drivers, passengers and other road users most at risk. These are: impaired driving, seat belt use, and all aspects related to aggressive and distracted driving. All enforcement agencies across the country have been invited to participate. “The deaths, pain and broken hearts that result from carelessness behind the wheel can be prevented,” s ays C s t. F EL AN D of th e Ve r m ilion RCMP. Police agencies across

th e co u ntr y a re co l l a b o rati n g o n this initiative and asking that you choose safe behaviors while traveling on our roadways, whether you a re d r iv i n g o r a p a s s e n g e r. I t is incumbent upon the police and the public to work together to ensure Canada’s roadways are the safest in the world. Here in the town of Vermilion and th e su r ro u n d i n g a re a th e re h ave been a number of deaths and serious injuries related to vehicle collisions that were avoidable. These incidents have a long lasting impact on many individuals and families in our communities. In support of Canada

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Dance Impressions By Ryan Year End Recital

The smallest of the Dance Impressions performers in Preschool and PreDance are an average age of 3.5 and can already orchestrate stage formation changes in their dance. Photos Greg Haslehurst Photography.

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Deanna Krys, Vermilion Canine 4H Project leader

judged the obedience and showmanship classes. Submitted In the obedience class members were required to demonstrate the sit command On May 4 the first Vermilion 4H Canine as well as the heel command at a walk, Project Achievement Day took place at the

Canine Judge, Alyssa Larson, judging the showmanship class. about their dog. The Judge also checked A special thank you goes out to our out how well the dog had been groomed. judge as well as all the people who put on All members were successful and enjoyed a canine related workshop throughout the desserts and visiting afterwards. year for our members.

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Local News 17th Annual Vermilion Quilters Quilt Show

The Vermilion Quilters 17th annual quilt show took place at the Regional Center in Vermilion on May 3 and 4, displaying over 200 quilts and quilted items crafted by Vermilion and area quilt members from the beginner to the experienced quilter. Visitors to the quilt show voted on their favourite item in the guild challenges, watched quilter Darlene Barlow perform a demonstration on quilt making as she sewed a quilt on site, enjoyed some soup and sandwiches and cookies prepared by the guild members and listened to music performed by local talent. Each year the Vermilion Quilters Guild make Comfort quilts in their spare time from scraps left over from other projects, which are then donated to an organization of their choice. This year the Vermilion Quilters decided to donate quilts to the Stollery Children’s hospital in Edmonton. Pictured here is Quilter Darlene Barlow setting up to perform a demonstration on quilt making. Photo Lorna Hamilton.

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Members of the 2995 Lac La Biche and Vermilion L.E.R. 2645 stopped their training manoeuvres long enough to pose for a quick photo. Photos submitted.

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J.R. Robson News Shawna Craig Submitted

Hats On For Mental Health Congratulations to the Sr. Badminton players who won the 2A Zone Banner! All teams played hard and definitely showed their dedication and passion on the court and throughout the season. Trisha Mead finished third in her pool, Dustin Stenne and Logan Bardoel lost their first two matches in the round robin then bounced back to win third in the round robin. They went on to win bronze. Jill Dutchak and Julia McKimmon played very well and were second in the round robin. They won their semi-final then lost a tough final, winning silver overall. Re b e cc a B a te s ti e d fo r f i r s t i n her pool, then won her quarter final match, b ut l os t in th e se mi-f ina l m atch to wi n b ro nze. Ad a m Eva n won a very tough match then won his semi-final match. He placed Silver, which led him to provincials in Lethbridge on May 2. In Adams first match in Provincials, he went head to head with the student that won Senior B oys singles last year. What an experience! He won his last match but did not make it to playoffs. All the players played very well against some very challenging opponents. Staff and students are very proud of their hard work and bringing the 2A Zone Banner to J.R.!!! On May 7 many students and staff p rou dly wo re a variet y of hat s in support of ‘Hats on for Mental Health Day’. Marauders spor ted baseball hat s, to qu es, so mb reros, cowb oy hats, a firefighter helmet, a safari hat and more! Teachers also took time in

Robson Sports Hats For Mental Health Awareness. Photo submitted. afternoon classes to discuss awareness of mental health and to reduce the stigma associated with mental health issues. Many students asked very insightful questions and learned a lot from class discussions. May 13 is the big day! Students have been polishing their skills in phys ed. class and at after school practices to prepare for the Junior High Track

Meet at JR Robson. It is a full day of long jump, triple jump, high jump, shot put, hurdles and running events. Students who compete well will move on to the next round at the Highway 16 competition on May 27 also at JR Robson followed by the BTPS Meet on June 3 in Paradise Valley. Co n gratulatio ns to Senio r H igh Marauder Jill Dutchak and her team-

m a te s o n w i n n i n g P r o v i n c i a l s i n Volleyball. Dates to Remember are May 12 ELA 9 PAT, May 13 - Jr. High Track Meet, May 14 - Early Dismissal, May 16 & 19 - No School, May 23 - Progress Reports, May 26 - PAC Meeting 7 p.m.

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Dewberry School Susanna Pankiw Submitted

Whistle While You Work Dancing shoes and badminton rackets were the order of business for our students over the last few weeks. For several weeks these dancers were tappin’ and hip hoppin’ their hearts out at different festivals! Lloydminster was host to the Dancin’ on the Border festival where Marwayne Dance Association’s Jillian Stevenson and her little group of hip hoppers boogied to a tune of gold! Nicole Dennill, also a hip hopper, effectively shuffled and turned over a bronze medal! Heading west to Edmonton Daneca Goldsmith danced in two tap routines in the Standing Ovations festival at Myer Horowitz. Her and her Dance Impressions by Ryan groups received gold and platinum medals. Even more amazing, their plati-

num routine achieved top 25 in 517 group routines! On to the Evergreen Festival in Sherwood Park, Jillian’s group received a gold medal and an adjudicator’s choice award and Nicole’s group received a gold medal as well. What a fantastic group of dancers we have sprouting in our school! Way to go girls! From feet to feathers, our senior high badminton teams were flying high after attending zones in St. Paul. Showing off their awesome skills, they battled it out against the zone’s best and came out on top. Receiving medals were Rebekah Surina and Kayla Maynes - gold in girls’ doubles, Torin Johre - silver for boy’s singles and Mikayla Franke and Lucas Dennill - bronze for mixed doubles. Well done! These gold and silver winners earned the honors of playing at provincials in Lethbridge, where Torin Johre captured the bronze medal and Rebekah and Kayla got into the third pool. Absolutely great skills, players. Good

luck at provincials! Paynton Bensmiller-Venaas attended a competition of a different kind. Here, she didn’t need dancing feet or flying birdies. She used her public speaking skills and represented Dewberry School at the annual Superintendent’s Public Speaking Contest in Vermilion. She delivered her speech masterfully in front of a large audience. We are so proud of you, Paynton! From shining medals to a clean-up of a different kind, Dewberry students and staff swept the school yard of its winter grime. Picking up and making our environment sparkle they participated in the community’s clean-up day on Tuesday, April 29. Taking it down the road, students were also involved in the annual Highway Clean Up on May 3. Hard work and dedication, sprinkled with lots of devotion is a definite recipe for success. These students continually demonstrate and display artistic, athletic

Dewberry Provincial Finalist

T hree Dewberry school student who participated in the Provincial badminton finals are Rebekah Surina, Torin Johre and Kayla Maynes. Photo submitted.

and leadership attributes and make our small school shine, not just with medals but with pride! So keep on dancin’ to the groove, smashing those birdies, sweepin’ up a storm, speaking your heart out and making our community sparkle.

Government Of Canada Assists In Creating New Jobs For Youth In Vegreville – Wainwright Leon Benoit, MP Submitted

Students in Vegreville – Wainwright will have access to summer jobs to help them gain valuable skills and work experience, today announced Leon Benoit, Member of Parliament for Vegreville – Wainwright, on behalf of the Honourable Candice Bergen, Minister of State

for Social Development. 68 organizations in the riding are receiving a total of $423,235 in Canada Summer Jobs funding to hire 105 young Canadians. Canada Summer Jobs helps students gain the skills and experience that they need to be successful, now and in the future, while earning money for the upcoming school year. In 2014, the Canada Summer Jobs program is

expected to assist in creating approximately 35,000 jobs, while helping employers address skills shortages. Quick facts Since 2006, the Youth Employment Strategy has helped more than 555,000 young people develop skills, to the benefit of the Canadian economy. Through Economic Action Plan 2014, the Government of Canada is also

supporting up to 3,000 internships in high-demand fields and up to 1,000 internships in small and medium-sized businesses. The Government of Canada is also encouraging apprenticeship and careers in the skilled trades through grants and tax credits, along with support for training programs.

Horoscope/Sudoku and Solutions Taurus

Gemini

Impulsive action won't help situations that are out of your control. Focus on self-improvement and picking up additional skills. It's what you have to offer that will count in the end. Romantic plans will ease your stress.

Show everyone what you are capable of. Take on a challenge or get involved in a fundraising event and you will meet someone who has plenty of information, expertise and support to offer you. Avoid intimacy with a colleague.

The personal changes you make and the effort you put forth to help others will bring you recognition, praise and opportunity. Get involved in events that allow you to network or socialize and you will meet someone who can improve your future.

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Cancer

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Mannville School News Susan Obrigewitch Submitted

Mannville Students Competes In Lakeland College Skills Competition Have you ever wanted to tape a teacher to the wall? Two staff were nominated to be the “fly” on the wall and students purchased enough tape to secure Mrs. Wagner and Miss Almberg to the wall. An excellent fundraiser for our HSS camping trip! In April the students were challenged to see how far the school could walk. The challenge was “From Mannville School if we head West, how far can we get by April 30. Every day a different class received a pedometer at the beginning of the day which counted their steps until the end of the day. When pedometers were collected our teachers added up everyone’s steps together which were then converted to Km (1320 steps = 1 km). Altogether students walked 800 km. That’s past the British Columbia Border! With the new month and warmer weather, brings a new Challenge. For

the Month of May, and hopefully for a lifetime of healthy choices, we are encouraging students and staff to make water their beverage of choice. To h e l p c e l e b r a t e o u r y e a r o f Committing to be Fit, the Healthy Schools, Healthy Futures program has purchased a Mannville School water bottle for all students and staff at Mannville School. These bottles are a way of thanking the students and staff for participating and supporting the healthy initiatives at school, and hopefully at home as well. Healthy choices make better learners! On May 2, Carter Storch and Braden Mytz traveled with Mr. Polishuk to Lakeland College in Vermilion to compete in the Annual Skills Competition. This event showcases the skills of our high school students in several tr a d e - re l a te d d i s c i p l i n e s . T h e s e include auto service, baking, cabinet making, carpentry, culinary arts, electrical installations, hairstyling, TV/ Video Production and welding. This year Carter was competing in the auto service category. Carter had

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Students participated in a fundraiser which rewarded them with duct taping two teachers to the wall. Photo submitted. to demonstrate his knowledge of auto service by identifying components and tools, measuring and adjusting brakes, wheel alignment, working with differentials and gear ratios, using scan tools to diagnose engine issues, and install a timing chain. These skills were all done in timed events throughout 6 hours. Braden was competing in carpentry where he had to construct a childsized picnic table from a specific set of blueprints. The only power tools they were allowed to use were drills/impact drivers and a skill-saw. They were not

allowed to use a mitre saw or table saw. Even though Carter or Braeden did not place in the top three this year, both gentlemen were strong competitors and represented themselves and the school very well. Our next Dress-Up Day is on Thursday, May 15 and the Grade four class has decided everyone should dress up as Super Heroes or Super Villains. A glance ahead: JH Track and Field at JR Robson – May 27, SH Zones Track and Field at St Paul – May 28.

Rage Lacrosse Begins

Rocky Mountain Lacrosse season is under way for 2014 with the Vermilion Rage having their first home games on May 3 and 4 against Red Deer Silverbacks. While Vermilion Rage was not the successful victors in either game the scores were relatively close. The Vermilion Rage kicked off their first game of the season away from home in Airdrie playing against the Airdrie Mohawks on April 26. The May 3 game began with rush at the Vermilion Stadium at 7 p.m. where numerous supporters were there to loudly cheer on their team. The final score was 9-5 for the Red Deer Silverbacks. May 4 the Vermilion Rage went up against Red Deer Silverbacks for the second time and while they were again not the successors with a final score of 11-10 both games were filled with excitement and some pretty rough plays. The roster is strong this year with 26 team members including the only girl on the roster being local Tanya Hiltz. The next scheduled home game for Vermilion Rage is May 31 at 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. against Okotoks Erratic. Pictured here is Vermilion Rage battling it out with Red Deer Silverbacks. Photo Lorna Hamilton.

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Issue 512 May 12, 2014

The Vermilion Voice

Careers M a s o n s C o n t r i b u t e To Vermilion Spray Park

The Vermilion Masons recently made their contribution to the Vermilion Spray Park in a presentation made on May 6 at the organization’s Lodge. In attendance for the presentation were, back row, from left, Roger Rowe, Art Boggs, Dennis Lemp, Sean Meier, Bill Tennant, Aubrey Bell and Bliss Dickson. Accepting the $1, 500 cheque on behalf of the Town is Community Services Director Shawn Bell, in front on the left, and presenting on behalf of the Masons is Worshipful Master Rex Cunningham. Photo submitted.

Soccer Players Prep For Challenge Weekend

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The Vermilion soccer pitches were kept busy this past week as players of all ages participated in the Challenger Technical week in preparation for the weekend’s Soccer Challenge at the pitches in the Provincial Park. Pictured here are the U12 (10 - 12 year olds) as they practise their soccer skills. Photo Karen Nedzielski.

Ranchland Outfitters Inc. Box 926 Elk Point AB T0A 1A0 POSITIONS AVAILABLE: 2 HUNTING GUIDES / 2 SPOTTERS (NOC 6442) PART TIME SEASONAL POSITION Dates: Sept 1- November 15, 2014 Must be able to identify all types of waterfowl species, good interpersonal skills, good organizational skills, practice low impact/no trace land use, firearms safety, highly motivated, ability to clean waterfowl, valid driver’s license. Wages: $18/hour Work around Elk Point and Vermilion

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY HIGHWAY MAINTENANCE WORKER Carillion Alberta is currently seeking permanent full time for Dewberry

Job dutiesduties 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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Receptionist / Data entry Clerk H&R Block Vermilion is looking for highly motivated, self starter to fill our receptionist position. Must have the ability to work independently, multi-task, be willing to learn new skills.

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Salary and Benefits depend on experience. Please submit application to : Patricia Yetman 5110 50 Avenue, Vermilion, AB T9X 1B1 Fax : 780-853-6702 or Email: patricia.yetman@hrblock.ca

The Vermilion Voice May 12, 2014

Issue 512

Careers

Samotzvit Dancers Perform At Year End Recital Karen Nedzielski Reporter The Vermilion Samotsvit Ukrainian Dance Club held their annual Year End Recital at Lakeland College’s Alumni Hall Theatre on May 4, marking the end of yet another successful season. This year’s presentation featured 25 dances from the seven groups within the club. The Pryvit is a traditional welcome dance which started off the show featuring all of the club’s dancers. Two of the

graduating dancers, Nicole Frankiw and Glenn Venance, were honoured with presenting the Ko’lach, a type of Ukrainian bread, and a sheave of wheat during the opening dance. The colour and grace of the dancers graced the stage for nearly two full hours as the groups performed the dances of the different regions of the Ukraine. Poltava, Bukovynian, Polissian, Hutzel, Central, Transcarpathian, Vollyn and Podillian regions were all represented during the show.

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Rock Solid Mechanical is looking to fill a full-time position as a mechanic. We are seeking a

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Predator Midstream Ltd is a Canadian Company committed to environmentally responsible development and currently operates facilities in Mannville, Alliance and High Prairie areas, where crude oil deliveries are loaded onto railcar with mobile transloaders and delivered to eastern markets. We are an aggressive dynamic organization with a growth oriented strategy. Currently we are seeking ﬂexible, capable and dynamic individuals to ﬁll the following positions:

MANNVILLE RAIL TRANSLOAD PERSONNEL Main Activities • Make daily inspections of railcars and equipment to ensure safe operations. • Ensure all receiving and shipping documentation is verified and complete. • Perform railcar transfer preparation including: installing bolt-on/bolt-off fittings, making hose connections and taking product samples. • Conduct transfer of crude oil from tank trucks into railcars. • 100% compliance with all health & safety rules on the facility. • Shift is usually 7 days on / 7 days off. Successful applicants are required to have their own Limited liability Company in force, worker’s compensation, operating liability insurance. Transloader operators are required to supply a ½ ton or larger pick-up truck for work duties and reside within 90 KM of the facility plus work is outdoors in all weather conditions. Previous experience with industrial, rail or oilfield operations is preferred and is considered an asset but the full training will be provided. Successful applicants must be able to demonstrate strong interpersonal and time-management skills, be committed to positive relations with all stakeholders, working safely and effectively in a fast paced environment. This is a safety sensitive position and applicants may be required to submit drug and alcohol testing as well as provide proof of safety tickets and other credentials. Predator Midstream Ltd. offers a safe work environment with competitive wages, field bonus program, good work life balance and opportunities for advancement for the right individuals. Interested applicants are asked to submit their resume via e-mail to brian.madsen@predatoroil.com, quoting the job title in your subject line. Phone calls and site visits will not be accepted. Predator Midstream Ltd. an equal opportunity employer and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We thank you for your interest in being part of our team, however only applicants chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Doozhe Groovy - Very Groovy

The Adult Ukrainian Dancers, known as Doozhe Groovy, performed their Zalytsialnyky Podillian dance at the annual year end recital. Members of the adult group are Jason Newberry, Lindsay Carton, Mindy Yaceyko, Stacey Harasiuk-Adams, and Kendal Eyben. Missing from the photo is Amy Eyben. Following the dance finale, the Hopak, the show ended with recognition of the dancers with certificates and flowers presented to each of them. Each of the two graduating dancers performed solos with Nicole Frankiw dancing a Polissian, and Glenn Venance performing a Poltava routine. Following the show the association played a slide show presentation of the many years Frankiw and Venance participated in the organization. President Lori Evans gave thanks to the two Artistic Directors for this year’s groups, Kelsey Palamarchuk and Brent Kostyniuk. The event ended with desserts and sharing of the Ko’lach, baked especially for the show by Bev Yaceko. The club is more than 30 years old and each year hosts a Malanka celebration to mark Ukrainian New Year’s Eve as well a dance festival held each spring at the College’s Alumni Hall Theatre.

Desna Delights Crowd

The Desna group, named after a river in the Ukraine, performed a dance from the Zakarpattia region for the crowd at the annual Samotzvit Year End recital. Photos Karen Nedzielski.

Now Hiring- Temporary Part Time Positions (with possibility of extension)

Vermilion Food Store – Eastalta Co-op Ltd. Starting immediately and during the construction phase of our new food store, Eastalta Co-op is hiring Temporary Part Time positions to work a variety of shifts. Some examples of shifts available are: 11:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. and 4:00p.m. - 6:00p.m. Are you looking to make some quick spending money? Do you enjoy working in a fun team environment? Are you friendly, motivated and customer service orientated? Are you looking for some work experience to prepare you with skills for your future? GET YOUR FOOT IN THE DOOR! This is an excellent opportunity for applicants interested in working for Eastalta Co-op to become familiar with our company and possibly move into permanent part-time or full-time positions. Come and join our service-oriented team at Eastalta Co-op where we strive to help make our customers feel at home! We are looking for employees who will offer prompt, friendly, knowledgeable service. We will provide new employees with on-going, on-the-job training to support continuous improvement. We will accept applications from students age 14 and older for these temporary positions. Adults and retirees are also welcome to apply. The 11:00a.m.-2:00p.m. shift may be of interest to mothers of school age children. If you have an interest in learning more about these opportunities, please submit your application to: Lindsay Rempel – Human Resources Advisor or Mike Gaudet – Food Store Manager Vermilion Food Store - Eastalta Co-op Ltd. 5013 51st Ave, Vermilion, AB, T9X 1B2 Phone: 780-853-5335 Fax: 780-853-6563 Eastalta Co-op thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Careers

ROAR Bottle Drive A Success

The Vermilion ROAR lacrosse team held its annual bottle drive fundraiser on May 10 and the Vermilion and Area Voice was more than happy to donate to their event. Stopping by to pick up our bottles were, back row from left, Coach Shawn Minish, Dylan Batzer, Tanner Bibeau, Cody Desaulniers, Austin Starko, Cameron Brost, Bryson MacColl and Coach Aaron Starko. Front row are Tyler Lassi, Riley Starko, Nolan Wobeser, Brogan Stetson and Dalen Wobeser. Coach Starko said this year’s drive was very successful and the proceeds raised will go towards helping cover associated costs of the club including a trip to the Edmonton Rush lacrosse game. Photo left submitted, photo right Karen Nedzielski.

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Batter Up For The First Game Of The Season

The Vermilion Minor Ball A s s o c i a t i o n’s s u m m e r league games got underway recently and pictured here i s Ve r m il io n Re d s U12 pitcher Owen Cleland as he delivers his pitch from the mound in a game against Lloydminster on Thursday evening. The game was actually scheduled for the previous Tuesday but was postponed due to snow. After a tight game the Reds fell to the Lloydminster team in a 1 - 0 loss.

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Local News

Second Annual Children’s Mental Health Art Gala Lorna Hamilton Reporter The walls of the Vermilion Regional Centre were lined with art work as the second annual VIBE Children’s Mental Health Art Gala took place on May 7. The VIBE is one of 37 programs involved in the Mental Health Capacity Building in School Initiatives (MHCB), a multidisciplinar y team approach providing promotion, prevention and early intervention addiction, health and mental health services to children, families and communities. The Gala, which was free to attend, provided the community an opportunity to view all 174 pieces of art work submitted by students from Vermilion, Mannville, Clandonald and Kitscoty schools, for the Children’s and Youth Mental Health Art Contest. During the contest children could ch ose to d o eith e r a p ie ce of a r t representing mental wealth or mental health. The ar t pieces were separated into age groups from Grade 1 to 3, 4 to 6, 7 to 9 and 10 through 12. Over the past few weeks they

were voted upon by the schools and community residents until there were first, second and third place winners in each age group. Th e G ala p rovided the community with a free family evening where they could participate in numerous activities from face painting, origami making, button making, learning to make balloon animals and dressing up to have a family photo taken. Refreshments were also available with cookies and wide array of fruits which could be dipped into a chocolate fountain. A silent auction on select art pieces is currently underway. Anyone interested in bidding on a piece of art can do so by contacting VIBE Coordinator Pat Calyniuk at 780-853-3718 or by email pat.calyniuk@btps.ca. The auction will close on May 21 and winning bids will be contacted by May 28.

1st place winner Rachel Baughman with her art piece called “Love n Joy.” Photo Lorna Hamilton.

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