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This past weekend Lakeland College Rodeo Club hosted the bull fighting and bull riding school with cowboys coming from as far away as Manitoba to the event. 32 cowboys signed up for the bull riding and four participants for bull fighting. See inside for more photos and the story. Photo Colleen Symes.
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Bull Riding And Fighting School Attracts Cowboys From Far And Wide
Marie Conboy Reporter
There was a great atmosphere at the Bull Riding and Fighting school this past weekend February 13 - 15 at the Lakeland College Equine Centre. Participants came from far and wide to attend the Johansen Brothers and Scot t Schif fner Bull Riding School and the Scott Byrne and Monty Phillips Bullfighting School presented by Lakeland College’s Rodeo Club. 32 bull rider par ticipants and four bull fighters ranging from beginning to advanced came to touch on their skills with the 40 bulls bucked on the Friday. Each rider strides to stay on for eight seconds. Gordon Freeman, one of the bull riding participants at the event, said “I’ve always been a cowboy, I’ve rode bulls for the past two years and I want to improve. It’s a huge adrenaline rush and it’s really addictive. You can’t sell it short though, there are real dangers. I broke my foot on rodeo last year up north.” Devon Fox who came from Manitoba to the school said “I can’t compare anything else to the thrill I get from bull riding.” The bull riding school instructor was Scott Schiffner, who had been a professional bull rider for the past
Scott Schiffner bull riding School instructor giving a demonstration at Lakeland college Equine Centre last Friday.
that is crazy. To me crazy is doing something with your life that you hate every day, I love what I do.” Bull fighting school instructor Scott Byrne said, “It ’s all about trust and team work”. 90 per cent of dangerous sports deal with a motorized vehicle but that vehicle doesn’t want to turn around and run you over or hurt you. You’re dealing with an animal that has been breed and has a blood line to buck or hurt you, you’re dealing with an animal that can change their mind at any time.” Bull fighters have to read the play at all times, if they don’t that is when cowboys can get hurt. “Our job is to make sure everyone leaves unhur t and healthy. But riders also know that when they put their hand in that rope there is a risk and they can get hurt.”
20 years. He said the school aims to prepare the riders the best way it can. The school has a tradition and is well known for teaching cowboys good habits from the ground up. “The way I look at it is I have the greatest job in the world, I’m passionate about what I do. It is addictive, it’s a great lifestyle. It’s no different than driving a race car around a track at 200 miles per hour, some people say
From left bull riders who attended the school, Kevin Schmidt from Fort Vermilion, Devon Fox from Manitoba and Wyett Scanie from Cold Water. Photos Marie Conboy.
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Innisfree Delights Wild Taste Buds Karen Nedzielski Reporter
The twenty-eighth annual Innisfree Fish & Game Supper and Dance filled the Rec Center on February 14 in the organization’s main fundraiser for the year. The
supper featured many wild game dishes for visitors to try, as well as domestic meats, all prepared by friends and volunteers of the organization and lead by head cooks Louise Bohaichuk and Maryann Jackson. Both ladies had been preparing for days before the much anticipated supper and it
did not disappoint. Moose cutlets, deer meatballs, elk in mushroom gravy and numerous fish dishes were all on the menu. Following the supper was the live auction hosted by local auctioneers who each year, volunteer their services to help with the cause. This year’s auction raised more than $14,000 which the organizers say goes right back into to the community. The Innisfree Fish & Game donates to many local organizations in the area and also helps send youth to outdoor camps each summer.
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Young Fisherman Trigg Myshaniuk was one of the numerous local people recognizes for their hunting and fishing efforts. Pictured here is Trigg accepting his award for Junior Burbot fish, which weighed 6 pounds 14 ounces. The award was sponsored by D&S Waterhauling and was presented by Fish and Game volunteer, Aaron Cannan.
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theft from motor Vehicles in the Vermilion area In the early morning hours of Friday February 6, 2015, the Vermilion RCMP received a call about a suspicious male attempting to enter parked cars and garages near Stewart Crescent in Vermilion. Members responded immediately and, despite blizzard-like conditions, were able to track and locate a suspect on foot in the area. A male dressed in all dark clothing was observed by officers to enter a parked vehicle on 50th Avenue
before fleeing South-West. After a short foot pursuit, the suspect was arrested by the RCMP on 49 Avenue at 51st Street. The suspect was found to be in possession of numerous items including cash and small electronics that are believed to have been stolen from vehicles and residences along the route of his crime spree. The ensuing RCMP investigation determined that the suspect attempted to gain access to more than seventy vehicles and several residences, however he was not successful in all attempts. Bodhi Bouchard, age 22 currently a resident of Vermilion has been charged with multiple counts of break and enter, theft under $5000.00 and mischief. The investigation is ongoing. Bouchard appears next in Vermilion Court on March 2nd, 2015. Anyone with information regarding this or any other crime is asked to contact Crimestoppers or Vermilion RCMP.
The Vermilion Quilters Guild: “Here A Square, There A Square!’’ Keri Pullyblank Submitted
It seems ridiculous that the task is to choose lovely fabric, pay a good and fair price for it, then go home and cut it up into squares. Often bisect these squares to create triangles and then cut strips and smaller strips out of the material that is left. But this ridiculousness turns to the sublime if you are a quilter, which means you have been gifted with an artsy creativity. You can envision things that don’t exist, you have patience for the tedious and been blessed with fine motor finesse. Vermilion Quilters’ Guild is one of the gems in our community and enables artisans to learn together, share ideas, and pursue individual strengths. These endeavors produce exquisite and inspiring results that are on display the first weekend in May at the Vermilion Quilters’ Annual Quilt Show. This past year the guild donated comfort quilts to the Stollery Children’s Hospital and completed community
quilts that have been donated or raffled off to support local non-profit community groups. ‘Quilt Til You Wilt’ days are held on various weekends with doors open at 9 a.m. An additional fee is required for these marathons. Vermilion’s Quilters Guild is a nonprofit group with over 40 members with meetings held at the School of Hope the second and forth Wednesdays of the month from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Supper is served at 6 p.m. followed by a time of sharing and Sew & Tell where members display newly completed projects. Quilters of all skill levels are welcome. Member interests vary from traditional quilts to art quilts, from piecing to appliqué, from hand quilting to fancy machine embroidery. Members are free to participate in as much or as little as they choose. The Guild members invite you to join the guild and say please Like Us on Facebook. Contact Cindi Plant at 853 6531 to inquire about this further. Just remember, “As Ye Sew, so shall Ye Rip”!
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Bullying: A Societies Problem Lorna Hamilton Editor
B u l l y i n g surrounds us each and every day and a f f e c t s t h e l i ve s of so many children, teens and even adults. Bullying does not only just happen in schools and playgrounds like it used to years ago, it happens now through cyber space and in our workplace. Bullying by definition refers to repeated and targeted aggression to have a cumulative effect to either, threaten, undermine, constrain, humiliate or harm another person, their property, reputation, self- esteem or self confidence. To fully understand how bullying affects the people around us we must understand the forms in which bullying may come in. When we think of bullying we often think of it as being just verbal, such as being called a degrad-
ing name or physical, such as being pushed or banged into as we pass by the bully. H owever bullying can come in the form of social, racial, religious, sexual and also against people with disabilities. So how do we as a society distinguish between normal behaviour and bullying? Well actually there is a fine line that separates the t wo. Ever y person may have a disagreement with another person, they may verbally or physically attack someone in a time of anger or disappointment, friends often tease each other and this is ok if it is done in fun and both sides are laughing and having fun with the teasing. The flip side to these normal behaviours is when it becomes repetitive and constant, then it jumps the fence from being normal behaviour into bullying. Bullying has taken on so many different faces that it is becoming increasingly harder and harder to distinguish. As a society we think we could spot bullying from a mile away but c an we really? How are we supposed to
recognize a situation which involves bullying if we do not know the true circumstances around each case? The questions could be endless. Workplace and cyber bullying has be c ome more prominent than any one of us would even think . H ave you ever seen a posting on facebook where a status is geared toward a certain person and you think to yourself “wow that’s a bit harsh.” Have you ever seen a co-worker get scolded in front of many people and think “gee, I wouldn’t want to be in their shoes right at that moment.” We all speak out of place sometimes and do things that we later regret. That is normal, but when a co-worker is constantly being scolded or nitpicked at or you see many negative postings regarding the same person, it’s time to start to question whether or not this person is on the receiving end of a bully. We often feel as a society that bullying is an individual’s own problem and they must take the stance to stop the bullying by themselves or at least
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repor t it to seek out help but, often the victim does not have the will left to fight as bullying is about power and often they feel powerless or do not have the knowledge and suppor t to make it stop. We need to step back and look at how the victim must feel. If you speak to children and even adults who have been bullied and ask them why they have stayed silent about the situation, many of them will tell you the fear of standing up and speaking out is overwhelming. They feel as though the consequences outweigh the benefits, they feel as though the bullying will become worse if they snitch on the bully. They feel ashamed, they feel as though no one will believe them, they sometimes feel as though they deserve what is happening to them. The consequences of bullying has become so serious it has taken the lives of our young people. It is time that we as a society realizes that bullying is a huge problem and it isn’t a individuals problem but societies problem.
Letter To The Editor Balancing data collection and privacy rights Dear Editor, Our Conser vative Government conducted the 2011 Census using a short-form questionnaire and a new voluntary National Household Survey (NHS). In doing so, our Government met the necessary balance between collecting statistical data and protect-
ing the privacy rights of Canadians, while also respecting taxpayer dollars. I have a lot of respect for Liberal Member of Parliament Ted Hsu, but he was wrong on this issue because his proposed reforms to the Statistics Act would have reversed the steps our Government has taken to meet this balance. Indeed, these reforms
I would like to thank the many volunteers from the Vermilion Curling Club that worked as security personnel for the 2015 Boston Pizza Cup Alber ta Men’s Provincial Curling Championship held in Wainwright from February 4 - 8. It’s the volunteers that make
these events successful. Thank you all very much for your time and effort at this event. It is very much appreciated. Chief Umpire Boston Pizza Cup
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would have reduced accountability by changing the appointment process for the Chief Statistician, imposed costly and inefficient practices, and penalized Canadians who refuse to disclose detailed private information. Statistics Canada has already determined that the NHS provides useful and usable data and, our Conservative
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Thru the darkness of winter the days of sunshine and actual daylight are getting that much longer. It may seem minuscule on the wall clock, but it is very noticeable in my eyes and sanity. Cabin fever hasn’t set in with me this year although days have been short and it has been dark. Even during the day it seems cloudy and dismal this winter, so I must be busy or enjoying outdoor adventures. February can be a strange month, it can be winter hard or a slight glimpse into spring just around the corner, and so how much daylight do we actually gain a day, about a whopping two minutes and 30 seconds. Now many may think “big deal” but it is if you think about it. You get to see that sun an extra five minutes today since yesterday and that adds up quickly, and pun intended, not a minute too late for me. I am just recovering from the dreaded “common cold” this past weekend so my outdoor adventures were short to say the least. Since my bout with taking a chemo therapy a few years back, my immune system has been weak to say the least. This may stem from a lot of different factors but one I believe is my intake of vitamin D. Vitamin D is very important for good overall health and strong and healthy bones. But it’s a most important factor in making sure your muscles, heart, lungs and brain work well and that your body can fight infection and make your immune system fight off nasty stuff like the common cold. Where and how do we get the vitamin D we need? One can get a very small amount in certain foods such as fatty fish, egg yolks, some fruit, vegetables and cereal, but it’s nearly impossible to get what we need from the foods we eat. So what is our biggest source of vitamin D? Well believe it or not, it’s that extra two and a half minutes of glorious sunlight we are now getting. That’s right sunlight, without getting into a medical journal to explain… Your body is designed to get the vitamin D it needs by producing it when your bare skin is exposed to sunlight. Did you know here in the mid-west of Canada we can’t produce vitamin D from October through April? These times can be even longer, up to a month or two, if you’re skin type is darker or of course, if you don’t get outdoors. Then your options are like in the old days, a big spoon of the dreaded Cod liver oil. Cod liver oil was used to prevent “Rickets” a nasty deterioration of the body due to deficiency of vitamin D. Thankfully we have much better vitamin supplements
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Around The Campfire available to us today. I personally take a vitamin supplement and a huge dose of outdoor adventures to keep up my vitamin D intake. Even then one can’t do that with the food we eat and sometimes my immune system show a deficiency. Consult your medical doctor, physician or pharmacist before undertaking a supplement program and please don’t be running around naked in the outdoors. Remember too much sun can be as dangerous. Ideally the most exposed skin at short intervals is the ultimate. If you get sun burned, well you will know you’re getting too much sun light as that is dangerous and not a whole lot of fun either. Having a bout with skin cancer on my face where I don’t ever recall getting sunburn, is emphasis to me there is a happy medium so I use caution and I personally equalize that with supplements. This time of the year it’s possible to get near sunburn when on the ice or in snow due to all the reflection light on a sunny day. Still use caution and remember always be aware of snow blindness and its effects. Sunglasses are a must on ice and snow during these sunny winter days,
even on mostly cloudy skies it a good idea. The above is another lesson that all good things are best in moderation. Regardless get outdoors, even if it’s just for a short walk.
The Vermilion Soccer Association will be holding its annual Player Registration Night (6:30 pm) and Annual General Meeting (following) on Monday, March 2, 2015 in the Fr. Cordeau Centre (southwest side) of St. Jerome's School. Registration Deadline (LATE FEES WILL APPLY): Monday, March 23 Meet and Greet Session for U6-U18: Monday, April 20 First Night of Soccer for U4: Monday, May 11 Please see www.vermilionsoccer.net for registration forms and more information.
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The Law of the Herd Franklin Wolters Columnist
My Dad used to comment on his observations of things in general and he was, to a fairly good degree, quite accurate. He’d say “you know if you’d be about opposite of the majority, you’d be closer to being right.” He’d chuckle then and let you think about that for a while. You were always left to make up your own mind and draw your own conclusions. Like you probably observed when you wean the calves come fall, and the timid young mothers were chased away from the choice feed. If you were a caring person you separated those young mothers into a separate pen and made sure they got a chance at good feed. Remember hearing about the rationing of vital things in the war years so everyone had a chance to have a share. Seems people with means would buy up all they could and sell it at tremendous profit, not a good thing to think about. There had to be a separation from the
greedy to allow the common to survive. In early times the banks were loath to loan money to farmers especially because of the uncertainty of the weather and chancy markets. You had to learn to save whatever money you might acquire if you wanted to buy other then basic needs. My Uncle Fred claimed he never paid more than $600 for a quarter of land. No one had any money it seemed until it became easier to borrow money. Seems it was realized that in order for the big business to sell things, money had to be made available. The war put an end to the great depression and unemployment was eased. People with steady jobs could make payments so the buy now pay later fad started. The herd was starting to buy on time like the old cowboy remarked, “ You fed next year’s crop before you planted it.” Suddenly there was more market for everything that could be manufactured in the old war time. Remember trying to buy a vehicle, tractor, or whatever. The prices went into orbit. People could borrow money and buy things that were denied them for years. There certainly weren’t too many lots full of vehi-
cles and machinery as I remember like there are now. During my teen years in the early fifties I think the best times ever were known. There were good prices for our products and our costs were low, and money could be had for almost anything for the asking, pretty awesome for a while. Then came the cost price squeeze as they dubbed it. It certainly thinned the herd and farms grew larger and neighbors even farther and farther apart. The little towns started to dry up and the prices of our essentials were about out of reach. It took bigger and bigger investments to earn smaller return. The reliance on credit became more and more critical! I wonder if the whole structure is beginning
to topple as folks are getting tired of spending and risking thousands to earn anything, maybe even just breaking even. The herd has left the land and the stragglers are all that are left, I wonder?! Seems that there is a new age of people though who want to raise their own food and have an end to chemical use and force raised meat and little farms that are organic and natural are becoming popular. A separation of the herd again you think? I so remember the simpler easier times of my youth when we actually raised most of our own food, got along with little money and had the best of things in what could have been hard times but for that fact, something to think about in the times ahead!
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Co-Exist
Margaret Lonsdale Columnist
If this were Fiction World and I appointed the Director of What Counts as News Media, the network employing me could expect quickly to spiral into bankruptcy, but at least there would be a chance of sinking happily. My mandate in this temporary most-bad-news-suspended world would include relentlessly seeking out and reporting on encouraging, inspiring news, the stuff that leaves receivers of it with a feeling of being staggeringly proud to be a member of the great undulating mass that is humankind. This flash of the temporar y, sure to falter due to its unapologetic slant toward overly positive content, would be named The Utopian Network---yes, The UN----something cynics could target as idealistic and definitely scoff-able. Its content would prove most unpopular with viewers who have come to expect and therefore now crave more and more exposure to events featuring shockingly depressive violence, tragedy, and injustice augmented with a few forgettable scandals involving famous people popular for reasons hardly anyone can explain. It might serve well, though, a small niche whose members comprehend the damage our collective psyche suffers from continually deflecting the barrage of broadcasting content seemingly ladled from a roiling cauldron of rancid soup comprised of abject misery, the unconscionably sinister, and the effusively stupid. How did we get here? How do the managing directors of our various providers of news determine that we the public yearn to hear intimate details of the worst of deeds undertaken by the quarter-witted underbelly of humanity and we yearn to hear it repeated endlessly hour after hour, day after day? It must be what we demand. It must also be what ensures the most viewers and earns the highest profit. It must be or else those who decide what is newsworthy and what is not would deliver something quite different, wouldn’t they? The news exists for us, keeping us informed, its content and delivery arranged ostensibly to spotlight subjects about which we declare we are most interested. If it’s true that media takes its cue from the expressed tastes of its hungry viewers, then the majority clearly harbours an insatiable appetite for gruesome, depressing content. It’s a tough swim against a raging current of negativity. Even the most robust and philosophical among us
must have limits on how much of it we can bear. Sometimes, there’s a flicker of inspiration, like the piece about Parisian graffiti artist, Combo, who was assaulted this week by a small mob of young men previously unknown to him. He’d apparently completed painting a piece of graffiti on a wall in a Paris ghetto just moments before his assailants arrived to demand that he remove it. When he refused, the men attacked him and obscured his message themselves. Was it that he’d marred public property with his art that offended them? Was it his appearance, the colour of his skin? Was it the seven letter word he’d painted or maybe its connotation? Or was it that in spelling the word he’d used a crescent (Muslim) for the C, a Star of David (Judaism) for the X, and a cross (Christianity) for the T so that the three religious symbols appeared together in a single word for all to view? ‘Co-exist’. Within moments of completing his work, the artist was assaulted and the word obscured. Statement and CounterStatement, one advocating peace, the other violence.
Just another sad news story in so many ways. Combo though, along with others who still have hope for humanity, turned the incident into something interesting. Combo’s ‘Co-Exist’ painting, meant to encourage peace between faiths after the horrific events last month
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heightened already existing tensions, now appears in public spaces all around Paris in the form of a poster. Perhaps its ubiquitous presence will start a ripple that morphs into a roar for good. That kind of news story is worth hearing about.
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February 16, 2015 | The Vermilion Voice
Dawn Hames Columnist
The Prairies are covered with ice cream, or at least the potential to be i c e cream. This re c ipe is ad apte d fr o m o n e I c a m e ac r o s s i n a n o l d 1940’s Saskatchewan Farmer cookbook. I tried it twice this weekend as a desert and it got rave reviews with both groups, one on the farm and the other in Edmonton. To gather the snow I went out into a farm field and found some freshly f a l l e n c r i s p s n o w. I s c o o p e d t h e fresh snow into an empty ice cream pail, and transported the farm snow, to Edmonton in the back of a pickup truck. The outside temperature that I successfully made this at was -18 degrees. I made it outside but we ate it inside. I also stirred a little cocoa
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powder into a small amount to see what it would taste like, and it tasted like a chocolate frosty. This dish would be great to take tobogganing, to add to the hot dog and marshmallow menu. Just put the milk mixture in a mason jar and take a large bowl and spoon to mix. You could ser ve it outside in cups that can double for use with a thermos of hot chocolate. I hope you get a chance to experience this amazing vintage Canadian prairie dish. Happy Winter. Snow ice cream (made out of snow) 1 cup evaporated milk or cream 1/2 cup sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla 10 cups pristine freshly fallen dry snow (more or less) Combine the milk, sugar and va n i ll a i n a l ar g e b ow l a n d s t ir to dissolve the sugar. Take a measure cup or scoop outside and add in
fluf f y white snow until the mix ture becomes somewhat stiff. Spoon into dessert bowls and enjoy. I usually try to do a lot of cooking on Sundays, so that there are meals to pull out of the fridge and warm up for a least a few days into the work week. When that runs out, it ’s time to whip up a fast meal from scratch. Busy moms know all about that. This one pan dinner fits the bill, and uses up extra cooked rice, pasta or p ot ato e s an d a few ve g et a b l e s that you may lef tover in the fridge. The best thing I like about is that it tastes like a nice home cooked meal. one Pan Dinner 1 package of ground meat about 1.25 pounds 3 carrots sliced thinly 1 onion sliced .75 – 1 pound of mushrooms sliced 2 stalks of celery sliced 1 tomato chopped 2 1/2 cups cooked rice or pasta or
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Local Girl “Pays It Forward” Karen Nedzielski
her way of showing her appreciation to help with the care it provides. to the communit y and the hospital The show will feature c hildren’s that helped in her recovery. All funds clothing from two local businesses, Just over two years after suffering raised will be donated to the Stollery Craig’s and the Bargain Store, with Mya and her friends proudly wearing a devastating injur y that saw Mya the latest spring and summer fashJaremco undergo surger y to repair ions. several bones in her face af ter The Pay It For ward Believer s In a tobogganing incident, she and B eaut y eve nt i s b e in g h e l d at t h e her family and fr iend s are ask ing Vermilion Regional Centre on March people of the Vermilion area to “pay 13 at 7 p.m. and will also feature a it for ward ” in a fundraiser fashion silent auction, tasty desser ts and a show. Mya’s stor y began on Januar y 4, 2013, with an afternoon of fun on the family’s tobogganing hill just north of Vermilion, which ended in an emergency trip to the Vermilion hospi tal where she was then air-lifted to the Stoller y Children’s Hospital, in Ed monton. There, she und er went the ten-hour surger y to repair the injury she suffered when the toboggan she was riding on, hit her in the face. The community rallied around the young girl and her family by hold ing a “Miracles for Mya” fundraiser event to welcome her home from the hospital and help with some of the family’s expenses. As a thank you to all those who showed their suppor t Mya has s p e ar- h e ad e d a f u n d r a i s er of h er Mya Jaremco is “Paying It Forward” by hosting the Believers In Beauty fundraiser own and with the help of her mom fashion show with the help of two local Paige, as well as family and friends, department stores, Craig’s and the Bargain she is hosting the fashion show as Store. Photo Kristy Reiniger Photography Reporter
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family d ance to follow the fashion show. Anyone wanting to donate an auction item or purchase tickets can do so by calling Paige Jaremco at 780 -787- 8292. Tickets can also be purchased at both participating businesses. M ya s ays s h e i s exc i te d for t h e f a s h i o n s h ow a n d i s e n c o u r ag i n g ever yone to come out and suppor t her event and the Stollery Children’s Hospital.
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St. Jerome’s Girls Slam-Dunk Notre Dame For The Gold St J defeated Lamont 70-28, then defeated, JR 49-20 then defeated Notre Dame. Final Score for the Gold: 66-35. Back: Brent Wasylik(coach), Caylyn Cooper, Tenille Chase, Karley Dieken, Bailey Koebel, Reese Bildfell, Brianne Wheat, Brittany Partington(Coach), Melanie Flynn(Assistant). Front: Kaylie Krys, Jessics Kingston, Morgan Wilson, Sydney Poliakiwski, Emily MacMillan, Kathleen Dieken, Katherine Pulyk. Missing: Tara Lebsack, Hannah Ludlage. Photo submitted.
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Lakeland College Students Jet-Off For Learning Lakeland College Submitted
While many students might seize Reading Week as their opportunity to rest and relax, several Lakeland College student clubs are using this time to travel and learn. 14 members of the Dairy Club will be heading south to Fresno, Calif. from Feb. 14 to 21. Club president Jake Vermeer, a
divided on which destination to travel to and decided to make both happen; 10 students will fly to San Antonio, Tex. and 12 students will land on the Big Island of Hawaii. In Texas, students will check out a livestock show, spend a day at Texas A&M University and tour the following: crawfish farm and organic rice operation, gator farm, creamery and a 40,000-head feedlot. In Hawaii, students will visit the historic Parker
Ranch and make stops at a number of agriculture operations – including coffee, sugar cane and pineapple – among other destinations. First- and second-year students studying agricultural sciences and environmental sciences are participating in the trips. Students in Lakeland’s animal health technology (AHT) club will also be learning abroad during Reading Week at the West-
ern Veterinary Conference in Las Vegas, Nev. Sixteen second-year AHT students and three staff members will attend the 87th annual conference, which will feature speaker sessions as well as wet labs and an exhibit hall. The five-day event is the largest conference on veterinary medicine in the world that is open to veterinarians, technicians, assistants and managers.
lakeland college’s Dairy Students. Photo submitted.
second-year animal science technology student, is looking forward to the trip not just for its promise of hot weather, but for the chance to explore its thriving dairy community. “It’s one of the central spots in America for dairy and the timing is really nice because as you can imagine it’s pretty warm in California this time of year,” he says with a laugh. “The trip is really about learning more about large-scale dairy. Their average is probably around a thousand cows per farm and we have been able to set up a couple of tours at some very large dairy farms – 8,000-cow dairy farms.” Their trip will also include several tours with local industry members including Alta Genetics and Cargill, plus an opportunity to meet their American counterparts – the Cal Poly University Dairy Club. Sight-seeing at tourist attractions in San Francisco will round out their trip. Previously the Dairy Club has travelled to Abbotsford, B.C. and the Netherlands to tour dairies. Vermeer says he’s interested in learning more about how large dairy farms manage and how they operate in the California weather climate. “It’s an amazing opportunity. I don’t think a lot of people would do this on their own – it’s really the club that was able to organize it,” he says, noting the 20-member club is strong and active this year. “We won’t be able to do this when we go home to our own farms.” The club’s annual semen raffle – which was held on Feb. 5 and brought in over $8,000 – helps with the cost of their trip. As well, Vermeer drew on his dairy industry contacts to secure approximately $4,000 in sponsorships for the club’s trip. “It’s actually going to be quite an affordable trip for all of our members,” says Vermeer, a second-generation dairy farmer whose family’s 400-cow dairy farm is located southeast of Camrose, Alta. “We’re all really looking forward to seeing this totally different dairy setting.” Following their trip, the Dairy Club plans to host a community tour of the college’s dairy barn during the Ag-Citing info session on March 13, as well as coordinate future activities with the local schools. Other upcoming projects for the Dairy Club include the purchase of a new hoof trimming chute. When this capital project did not receive a green light, the club took matters in their own hands. In exchange for working at the Vermeer Dairy Farm, the club will be able to donate a hoof-trimming chute to Lakeland College’s Dairy Barn. “This will really bring an educational and health aspect to the college farm,” says Vermeer. The AG Tour Club will be broadening their horizons in two different locations during Reading Week. Members of the club were
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The Vermilion Voice | February 16, 2015
Valentine’s Night With Singer James Keelaghan At The Vermilion Folk Club James Keelaghan performed on Valentine’s evening to a captivated audience at Vermilion Legion Hall. James is known as one of Canada’s finest singer-songwriters and as a poet of folk and roots music. He is also a respected music journalist. He joked with the audience and told stories on the night. Photos Marie Conboy.
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Ham Radio Course Marie Conboy Reporter
T h i s y e a r ’s H a m R a d i o c o u r s e started on Wednesday night, February 11 in the Lt. Col. Craig Armory in Vermilion. The course leads to a certification in operating Ham Radios. There
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was a great turn out of new members with unique interests in learning about this means of communication. Course instructor Don Henry, President of the Royal Canadian Legion, said “Ham radios have been used to locate missing persons over the last 100 years, it is an incredibly effective
Don Henry demonstrates Ham Radio use at the Vermilion Armoury during the introductory night on February 11.
Greg Shalay gave a class on the use of Ham radios. Photos Marie Conboy.
means of relaying a message.” Greg S halay, o ne of the c our se instructors said, “In today’s world with communication devices everyone is talking at the same time and no one c a n h e ar a ny t h i n g. T h e H a m wa s
designed for clearer communication.” To enroll in the course or for more information contact Greg Shalay at greg.shalay@lakelandcollege.ca or Richard Bennett at 780-853-6415.
The Community Closet Donates Back To Vermilion Community Marie Conboy Reporter
The Community Closet in Vermilion is a non profit organization run by dedicated volunteers, located on main street and sells recycled clothes and other used goods. Once the rent and monthly bills are paid all funds are donated back into the Vermilion community to chosen groups usually three times a year. Last Wednesday the following donations were made; the Vermilion Dance Association received $250, Vermilion Music Festival received $250, Vermilion Ukrainian Cultural Association and Dance Impressions Society both received $250. J.R. Robson Senior Girls basket ball club received $500, the Auburndale United Church received $2,000 for repairs to the inside of the church and to repair ceiling damage. Vermilion Skating Club received $500, which they said would pay for a week’s worth of ice, which they say will really help now that the numbers have doubled at the skating club. The Tiger’s Midget Female minor hockey team also received $1,000 for their club.
From left, Kathy Crowe from Vermilion Dance, Tamara Martin from Dance Impressions, Jason Stelmaschuk from the Vermilion Ukrainian Cultural Association, Mike Schmidt from J.R. Robson Senior Girls Basketball club, Lil Eyben from Auburndale United Church, Robert McFadzean from Vermilion Music Festival, Community Closet Volunteer Val Wynnychuk, Rebecca Zajic and Kaitlyn Salzl-borzel from the Vermilion Skating club. Rose Hardy the President of the Community Closet. Hockey parent Natasha Watkins and volunteer Trina Montemurro. Harleigh Watkins, Maddy Long and Shaelyn Rehmann from the Tiger’s Midget Female minor hockey team. Photo Marie Conboy.
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The Vermilion Voice | February 16, 2015
Marwayne Hosts Farmer’s Spiel
Marwayne’s annual Farmer’s Spiel was held on Jan 30 and 31 with 18 teams participating. This fun spiel has teams competing for commodities that they sell throughout the spiel to obtain money to buy their prizes with. A “rock closest to the hog line” may get you 200 bushels of canola where the “most rocks in play” may land you 20 – 1,000 pound steers. The price board changes throughout the weekend so the teams try to sell at the high just like farmers do in the real world. This spiel is more about socializing and fun than the actual competitive game on the ice. Special thanks to Cargill-Marwayne for organizing the spiel. Next year, CPS-Marwayne will be in charge. Also, we’d like to recognize all the other sponsors (too many to note) who donated either cash or prize. Without your support, this spiel would not happen. Come join in on the fun at next year’s Farmer’s Spiel! Our upcoming spiels are the LADIES from February 26 to March 1 and the TOWN and COUNTRY on March 12 to15. If you are interested in entering a team, please give Tracy a call @780-8472249. Photo submitted.
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February 16, 2015 | The Vermilion Voice
Tigers Red Serge Proud Challenge
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rona atom tigers and the Vermilion Fire Service.
Marie Conboy
team presented a plaque to the Vermili o n Fire Ser v i c e to s ay t hank you for their dedication to the town and Last Tuesday night, Februar y 10, community. The Vermilion Rona Atom at the Fire Hall the Rona Atom Tigers Reporter
Tigers were nominated by St. Paul for the Red Serge Proud Challenge. The purpose behind the challenge is to say thank you and show appreciation to the people in the community who helped them. C o ac h Dar r i n Zu b i ak pre s e nte d
Chief B ill Roth with a plaque that night. The team said they now wish to nominate the Vermilion Tier 3 Atom Craig’s Tigers, Vermilion Tier 3 Midget Ireland Farm Equipment Tigers and Marwayne Tier 1 Atoms to carry on the positive vibes.
Westgold Farms & Kuzio Farms 7th Annual Simmental Bull Sale
ST. PAUL DRIVING SCHOOL
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From left are Chief Bill Roth and Coach Darrin Zubiak during the presentation on February 10. Photos Marie Conboy.
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The Vermilion Voice | February 16, 2015
VIBE Random Acts of Kindness
Last Friday the students from J.R.Robson and VES were out and about around the town of Vermilion performing random acts for Random Acts of Kindness Week. They handed out tea and cookies to people in the community, held doors open for elderly people and smiled and greeted everyone who passed. A quote from Charlie Chaplin printed on the messages the students handed out really summed up the meaning the day, “We think too much and feel too little. More than machinery, we need humanity. More than cleverness, we need kindness and gentleness.” From Left, Jared Gourley from VES, Shane Newberry J.R.Robson, Amber Myshak J.R.Robson, The Voice reporter Karen Nedzielski and The Voice Editor Lorna Hamilton. Photos Marie Conboy.
From Left, Kora Smith, Kyle Smith, Alyx Ward, Ali L’heureux and Kaitlin Jamieson.
Cadets Valentine’s Supper
Love was in the air at the Cadets Valentine’s dinner and dance at the Vermilion Regional Centre last Saturday evening, The hall was lit with romantic lighting and sprinkled with rose petals. Free babysitting was provided on the night while kids enjoyed a taco bar. Photos Marie Conboy.
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Monica To, up the snow on skis or snowboards. J.R. Robson School Forms and payment must be returned Submitted to the school as soon as possible. Captain Kid d hosted the annual As the new semester is well on the way, junior high students have settled Candy- Gram exchange to coincide into t heir new o pt i o n c las ses an d with recognition of friendships near seniors have adjusted to their new Valentine’s Day. Students were able to buy Can d y- Gram s wit h a s m all schedules. D u e t o p o p u l a r d e m a n d , J . R . message and have them delivered to Robson School will host a student other students and staff members. The Junior Girls’ basketball season Art Club and meet weekly during the lunch break in the Art Room. Students recently competed in two tournaments will do a number of small projects placing four th in Paradise Valley’s with various media and also have the tournament and third in Mar wayne. opportunity to fill up their sketchbooks! They’ve added a third coach to the J. R.’s annual trip to Table Mountain m i x , M a t t h e w B o r y s i u k , w h o h a s (Saskatchewan) is coming up! Sched- helped refocus the girls and review uled to take place on Thursday, Febru- skills and is immensely appreciated ary 26, students are invited to attend by the coaches, and the girls. “The t h i s f u l l - d ay exc u r s i o n a n d c ar ve girls’ defense skills have improved a
lot over the season, we just need to convince them to drive to the hoop and take shots,” says Miss Borysiuk. Their next tournament is at St. Jerome’s this coming weekend. Just a reminder to students from the library: overdue books need to be brought back to the library as soon as possible! Textbooks especially need to be returned so that students from Term 2 can sign out their necessary course literature. Last weekend J. R. hosted its annual V-Day Basketball Tournament inviting senior boys’ and senior girls’ teams to attend. Generous sponsors included the Sweeney Family, Apple Drugs, Boston Pizza, Fountain Tire, Re/Max, Integra Tire, Subway, Rona, Lakeland Country Florists, Vermilion
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Co - op, Vermilion Chrsyler, R’Ohan Well Ser vices, Summit Ag Alliance, and Friends of J.R. Society. This week’s thank you goes to Mrs. Hart and Miss Felt, our counsellors and timetable makers as they patiently c u sto mize d an d ret ail ore d c our se loads for each and every high school student to fulfill prerequisite, postsecondary entrance, and graduation requirements. Don’t forget: February 24 - Parent Council Meeting 7p.m., February 24 - grad photo retakes, Februar y 26 - J. R. Table Mountain Trip, March 4 - dismissal at 2 p.m. - staff meeting, March 4 - progress reports, March 5 & 6 - Teacher Convention - no school, March 27 - PD Day - no school.
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AWNA BLANKET AND LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS Auctions NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1-800-282-6903 ext. 228. COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 9th Annual Red Deer Speed Show & Collector Car Auction. March 13 - 15, Westerner Park. Special Guests Rick & Kelly Dale American Restoration. Dan & Laura Dotson - Storage Wars. Consign today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 103; egauctions.com. MEIER GUN AUCTION. Saturday, March 21, 11 a.m., 6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Handguns, rifles, shotguns, hunting and fishing equipment. To consign call 780-440-1860. Business Opportunities THE DISABILITY Tax Credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average). Covers: hip/ knee replacements, back conditions & restrictions in walking and dressing. 1-844-453-5372. GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com. Career Training MEDICAL BILLING Trainees needed! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors! No experience needed! Local training gets you ready to work! 1-888-627-0297. ARE YOU an individual who would like to pursue a career in the Print Media and could use a little help getting started or wish to continue your print journalism studies? Eligible applicants are Albertans/NWT who are: graduating high school students intending to pursue journalism studies; existing journalism students; or staff members of AWNA member newspapers who wish to return to school for refresher courses. For more information, please visit: http://www.awna.com/ bursaries.
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In Loving Memory of a Sister Jean Williams 1962-2014 It’s been a year since you were taken from us, to free you from your pain. The pain in our hearts still remain, just like the day you left us. The teas we shared will always be cherished and one day we will cherish them together again. We miss you & love you Sis. Always in our Hearts!! Leeman & Kathy
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Tender closing date: 1 pm, Friday, February 27, 2015 Please submit sealed tenders to: Lakeland College c/o Lawrence Hess 5707 College Drive Vermilion, AB T9X 1K5
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT MANNVILLE SCHOOL Mannville School is seeking a part-time administrative assistant in the role of accounts payable/records, purchasing, school generated funds and central budgeting. The position is based on hours per day (approximately 15 hours per week). In addition to strong communication and interpersonal skills, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Lakeland College reserves the right to weigh multiple criteria in deciding whether to accept or reject an offer.
• Training and/or experience in accounting/records • Experience in the use of Microsoft Office products/accounting programs • Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality • Ability to perform a wide range of administrative duties Client: Debbie Maddex independently, quickly and accurately Department: Transportation Code: 15_0208_FacilitiesTender_VoiceAd Please call Don Church at 780-763-3615 if you would like more Paper: Vermilion Voice information about this position. The closing date is Monday, SW-28-52-8-W4 Run Dates: February 16 andFebruary 23 23, 2015. Size: 2.5” x 72 ag (classified display) COUNTY OF MINBURN This position is subject to the CUPE/BTPS Collective Agreement. Black and White 13 MILES NORTH OF MANNVILLE The successful applicant will be required to submit a current Cost: Criminal Record Check. Please send resume and supporting 3 MILESCode: EAST01OF 881, 3306 FOM documents to: R.R. 84 TWP. 524.
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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.
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.
Photo submitted.
Office Administrator Assistant Gear Energy Ltd is currently seeking an Administrator Assistant for the Wildmere field office. The successful candidate must have strong communication and organizational skills with a strong work ethic while being a highly motivated team player. The responsibilities would include, but are not limited to, the following:
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Answering phone calls Cross reference sales terminal reports with Prodview Maintaining well files Update spreadsheets Cost tracking Assist operators with daily duties Assist with month-end confirmation reports Assist vendors Assist Foreman with daily tasks and miscellaneous requests Daily functions of office duties
Please submit resumes to 4201-66th Ave Lloydminster, AB T9V 2Y7 or fax to 780-875-0860 We thank all applicants for submitting their resume; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Health & Safety Coordinator Management Position We are recruiting for a full-time Health & Safety Coordinator. Reporting directly to the General Manager of Eastalta Co-op, this position will be the key safety resource for the organization and will have primary responsibility for the ongoing maintenance and further development / enhancement of our COR-recognized Health & Safety program to positively impact all employees, contractors, and others within Eastalta Co-op. (Eastalta - COR expiry June, 2017) This position will also be required to assist St. Paul co-operative in the same safety leadership role on a partnership basis. Responsibilities will include: ensure appropriate safety protocols and related documentation is developed, maintained, observed and followed for the applicable business unit; prepare/maintain safety statistics; provide required safety orientation sessions; identify the safety training needs for all employees and work with the area management team to ensure the required safety training for employees is maintained; provide expertise and support in analyzing all workplace incidents, accidents and near misses; ensure the required documentation for all safety-related occurrences is prepared and submitted and retained on file within the required timelines to applicable internal and external stakeholders; conduct our annual internal COR audit and ensure we are prepared for required external audits; facilitate workplace area inspections on an ongoing basis; facilitate safety committee meetings; etc. We seek a leader with demonstrated initiative and drive for results; someone who can build and maintain relationships with the management and employee teams while ensuring the administrative requirements of the role are maintained on an ongoing basis. Preference will be given to an individual with Health & Safety experience such as: - 3-5 years of experience in a health and safety leadership role - extensive knowledge in provincial OH&S legislation, standards, and practices - must be qualified to complete internal COR audits - understanding of a retail environment Eastalta Co-op is a progressive and successful retail co-operative with annual sales of over $88 million. Central office is located in Vermilion AB, and retail facilities located in Vermilion, Wainwright, Mannville, Dewberry and Provost. A comprehensive compensation package will be provided. To apply, please submit your application, resume and cover letter outlining how you meet the above requirements to: Judy Grimwood, HR Manager Eastalta Co-op Ltd. 5013 – 51st Avenue Vermilion AB T9X 1B2 Email: j.grimwood@eastalta.com Phone: 780-853-5335 Eastalta Co-op thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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.
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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
Petroleum Driver / Sales Rep Vermilion Bulk Petroleum – Full-time Position Eastalta Co-op is hiring a full-time fuel truck driver. Eligible for benefits and pension, this position is based in Vermilion. We take pride in providing professional customer sales and service; and in maintaining our vehicles and equipment to the highest standard. Class 1 preferred; Driver’s Abstract required. Responsibilities include: - Deliver products to customers as directed - Ensure the safe transfer of material being delivered - Collect payments for C.O.D. deliveries and to accounts receivable as required - Be responsible for the care, appearance, and washing of the truck, and to report to the supervisor any repairs that may be required - Observe all safety precautions in order to minimize hazardous delivery and working conditions - Provide information, assistance and service to customers in a manner which will promote the sale of product and meet the needs, require ments and expectations of the consumer - Maintain a good standard of appearance and personal hygiene - Maintain a constant alert against the unauthorized removal of merchandise - Duties on-site as directed Eastalta Co-op is a progressive and successful retail co-operative with annual sales of over $88 million. The central office is located in Vermilion, Alberta with retail facilities located in Vermilion, Wainwright, Mannville; Dewberry and Provost. We provide - a competitive compensation and benefits package and the opportunity for ongoing learning, development and advancement - in a great team-based work environment. Please submit: application, resume & cover letter along with a current drivers’ abstract to:
Roland Melzer, Manager or Judy Grimwood, HR Manager Vermilion Cardlock and Bulk Fuel Eastalta Co-op Ltd. Eastalta Co-op 5013 – 51st Ave Vermilion T9X 1B2 4518 – 47th Avenue Vermilion 780.853.5335 780.853.4337 fax: 780.853.6088 fax: 780.853.6365 email: hr@eastalta.com email: eastbulk@telusplanet.net Eastalta Co-op thanks all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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The Vermilion Voice | February 16, 2015
Rustlers Extend Winning Streak to Five Games
Tom Groat Submitted
The Rustlers men’s basketball team extended their winning streak to five games after two victories against the Augustana Viking. The Rustlers beat the Viking 80 - 65 Friday night and 71 - 66 Saturday night. Reflecting on Friday’s game at home coach Tom Groat said, “We played a solid game from the start to finish and never really gave Augustana a chance to upset us.” The game was still in question at halftime with the score 39-32 in favor of Lakeland College. The Rustlers came out strong in the second half with Stephen Jones leading the way with a number of power moves from inside the key. Jones would record his ninth double-double with 23 points and 11 rebounds as the Rustlers took a comfortable 61 - 44 lead into the final quarter. Jones received player of the game honors for his effort. “Stephen has been a solid leader at both ends of the court this year. We count on him the score and rebound as well as to defend.” Groat commented. Saturday night’s game was a very physical defensive game that saw both teams having difficulty scoring. The Rustlers held a slight 29-25 at halftime. The Viking continued to apply defensive pressure and the Rustlers had trouble finding their scoring touch. The Viking lead 46-39 early in the fourth quarter but the Rustlers went on a 18 - 4 run to take the lead 57 - 51 with 5:12 remaining in the game. Groat felt the play of point guard Josh Manpantay made the difference, “Josh was the game-changer for us tonight. He took our team on his shoul-
der and would not let us lose.” Magpantay had 8 of his 10 points in the fourth quarter. KJ McGrew was awarded game star for his 15 points and 5 rebounds. The Rustlers record improves to 13-9 with two games remaining in the regular season. The Rustlers sit in third place in the north division behind NAIT (19-1) and Concordia (14-8) and have secured a spot in the conference play-offs. The Rustlers will close out the regular season with a pair of games versus The Kings College Eagles (4-16). The Rustlers will travel to Edmonton on Friday and return home on Saturday for their final game of the regular season. Game times on Saturday will be 6:00 p.m. (women) and 8:00 p.m. (men).
We are looking for a REPORTER This is a FULL OR PART-TIME POSITION Wages negotiable.
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TWIN ENGINE MOTOR SCRAPER OPERATOR You must have a valid Driver’s License, Class 3 would be an asset Be able to work overtime and weekends Seasonal with benefits Hourly rate $27.37 to $33.37 Please submit your resume, references, and Driver’s Abstract to:
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY “A sustainable, Vibrant, and Diversified Community with Opportunities for All” We are seeking a conscientious, motivated individual to join our safety oriented organization as:
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Rip & Relay Foreman Public Works February 10, 2015 When a suitable candidate has been found
In east central Alberta at the Alberta-Saskatchewan border you will find the County of Vermilion River, which is home to 7,905 residents, 7 hamlets, 4 villages and 1 town. The many features, amenities and opportunities in our municipality make it “A sustainable, vibrant and diversified community with opportunities for all”. Our municipal operations are based out of Kitscoty, AB – in the heart of a prosperous agricultural region and thriving energy industry built on an innovative entrepreneurial spirit. Our community offers many opportunities to be active and engage in a community-based lifestyle. Located on the Yellowhead Highway, access to larger urban centers including Lloydminster (20 minutes), Edmonton (2 hours) and Saskatoon (2.5 hours) is efficient and convenient.
This is a full-time permanent position supervising the Rip & Relay division of the County of Vermilion River and assisting a small group of operators to complete road projects and repair roads within the County. Responsibilities include: - Equipment operation and operator training - Land and permit acquisition - Road construction - Work coordination and scheduling - Safety duties and other related responsibilities. Experience: - Road construction experience - Equipment operation skills - Supervisory experience - Equipment maintenance experience or knowledge will be required for this position. - Computer and human resources skills and an air brake endorsement would be an asset. Successful candidate must have a valid driver’s license and will be required to provide a criminal record check and driver’s abstract. Application forms are available on line at www.vermilionriver.com/tenders_careers.html. Please submit resume or application form, along with salary expectations to: County of Vermilion River Carry Grant, Director of Public Works Box 69, 4912 – 50th Avenue Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0 Fax: 780-846-2985 Email: cgrant@county24.com We appreciate all who apply; however, only those candidates 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. The personal information provided to the County of Vermilion River is being collected solely for the purpose of applying for employment.
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Agricultural/Commercial Account Manager Vermilion Credit Union Ltd. THE POSITION - The Lender will join a team, who are responsible for the continued maintenance and development of the ag/com loan portfolio. - Lenders will be required to market and promote a wide variety of credit union products and services to existing and prospective members. - Assist with loan delinquency controls - The successful candidate will report to the Manager, Lending Services REQUIREMENTS - Previous agricultural/commercial lending experience required - Strong business and communication skills - Time management and organizational skills are essential - Sound working knowledge of Window based computer systems - Strong analytical and analysis skills - Post secondary education in a related field an asset COMPENSATION - Salary commensurate with experience and education - Comprehensive benefit package - Opportunity for educational and personal development within the organization THE CREDIT UNION A multi branch organization with combined assets of $172M, loans of $130M, deposits of $157M. Staff of 27. Consistent, clear quarterly and government audits. THE COMMUNITY Vermilion is a vibrant rural community with a strong business base serving both the agricultural and oil/gas industries. Vermilion is located 200 km east of Edmonton on highway 16 and has a population of approx. 4500. The community offers K-12 schooling, a community college, regional hospital, Provincial Park with lake, hiking and cross country ski trails, full recreation facilities including a 9 hole golf course, indoor swimming pool, stadium, arena, curling rink. Closing Date:
March 2, 2015
Submit Resume to: Brian Hodgson, Manager, Lending Services Vermilion Credit Union Ltd 5019-50 Ave Vermilion, AB T9X 1A7 Fax: (780) 853-4361 Email:bhodgson@alberta-cu.com
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Benoit Makes Funding Presentations And Announcements For Vermilion Area Marie Conboy Reporter
MP for Vegreville Wainwright Leon Benoit made the Funding presentation of $14,000 to the Town of Vermilion at the Council Chambers as well as a presentation of $11,440 to FOCUS at the Focus building in Vermilion on Monday, February 9.
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The funding was allocated from the Economic Action Plan 2013, part of the Enabling Accessibility Fund to improve communities and workplace accessibility for Canadians with disabilities. FOCUS said they will be using the funding to improve their main office building by making it barrier free by installing automated doors. This will help promote independence to a variety of individuals, both within the Focus organiza-
From left are Mayor Bruce MacDuff, Councilor Caroline McAuley and MP Leon Benoit.
Back row, from left, are LeaAnne Naphan - Lead Hand, Brandy Robertson - Special Projects Coordinator, MP Leon Benoit, Nathan Turgeon - FOCUS client and Kleen Sweep II Employee and Shelly Chomlack - CEO. Front row are Heather Todd - Adult Services Manager, Mary Anne Machin - Board President, Jeanette Coutts - Board Member and Karen Baker - Administrative Assistant. Photos Marie Conboy.
tion and the community. The Town of Vermilion plans to use the funding they received to construct an accessible parking area, to widen hallways and renovate the washroom at the Vermilion Tourist Information Centre for wheelchair access. Benoit said, “The project will help many
community members and improve accessibility for people with disabilities in the Vermilion area.” Benoit also visited the Vermilion Senior Centre on Monday afternoon for a 2015 pre-budget consultation, Topics raised included the current oil price slump and Temporary Foreign Workers issues.
Vermilion Elementary School Karen King, Vermilion Elementary School Submitted On Februar y 6 VES held our annual Science Fair 21 projects (by 36 students) were on display to the public in the afternoon, after having been judged during the morning. Nine projects were deemed excellent by the judges. We would like to thank Aiden, Darian, Jake, Karlene, and Lee of the Lakeland College Judging Team for their time and expertise; their mentors, Lottie Kingsmill and Peter Walsh, for facilitating their participation, and our veteran judges, David Eremko, Bernie Huedepohl, Ann Lockwood, and Terry Welker. All parents are encouraged to come to our monthly Parent Advisory Council meetings. In February’s meeting, Mrs. Heinrick and Miss Gadke shared about the kindergarten program; what has taken place so far this year and the excitement that is still to come. They shared that the 2015-16 kinderg ar ten registration will take place on March 24 at 6:30. Trustees Huedepohl and King discussed bussing and updated attendees about the building of the new sc hool in Paradise
Valley. Questions were asked about the recent school lockdown and information was shared about how quickly students and staff responded to the situation. The nex t PAC meeting is scheduled for March 16 at 7 p.m. We celebrated 100 days of school on February 11. The Grade 1 students each made a project to represent 100. There were 100 goldfish crackers in a fish bowl, 100 photos of the same student over the years, 100 pieces of pasta in the shape of a picture, and many, many more. Grade 2 students brought in food bank items and then counted them. Great job Grade 1 and 2. During Random Acts of Kindness week, VES par ticipated in several a c t i v i t i e s . E a c h te a c h e r h a d fo u r “Catch a Kid Being Kind ” lanyards to hand out each day. Every student was given a kindness checklist and encouraged to complete as many acts of kindness as they could for the week. K-3 students wrote simple messages of kindness to high school students at Lloyd Comprehensive High School and then the high school students wrote back to our students. Grade 4-6 students wrote positive messages to other students in their classes. Rotary members will be at VES at 9 a.m. on February 24 to dip pinkies in
outdoor Fun Grade 5 having fun outdoors, snowshoeing, skating, and skiing.
purple. If you donate $1, you get to dip one pinkie and help save four children from polio. Community members can come in and have their pinkie dipped as well. Dates to Remember are February 12 – March 2 - Pizza Sales, February 16 and 17 – No School, February 24 –
Purple Pinkie Day, February 24 – AR Assembly at 10:45, February 25 – Pink Shirt Day, February 27 – Report cards go home, March 4 – Early Dismissal at 2:00 pm, March 5 and 6 – Teachers’ Convention, March 11 – Celebration of Learning, March 12 – Parent Teacher Interviews.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Super 8 in Vermilion Alberta is looking for additional staff immediately.
MAINTENANCE POSITION FULL TIME MUST BE AVAILABLE WEEKENDS BENEFITS AFTER 6 MONTHS 2B Science In science, 2B students made boats using balloons. Photos submitted.
Apply in person with resume to the front desk 5108 - 47th avenue, Vermilion, AB. T9X 1J6
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Mannville School News
Susan Obrigewitch, Mannville School Submitted
Mannville School successfully participated in Winter Walk Day. Over 180 staff and students braved the chilly weather to participate in the 25 minute walk around Mannville. Thanks to everyone that made this day a success! Last week was a busy one for us. Our Junior High Leadership class planned a “Buy A Crush for Your Crush” Fundraiser for Valentine’s Day. Mrs. Campbell’s Grade 3 class had their Cupcake Fundraiser and of course we hit ‘100 Day’ where classes celebrated in their own way. Mrs. Campbell’s Grade 3 class held their Annual Valentine Sale in an effort to encourage global citizenship. The students enjoyed icing and decorating the cupcakes that morning and selling them at noon. Their sale raised $209.
mannville Silver madalist Maz Amero, Zack Polishuk, Justin Kane and Kayle Tod won silver at the BTJHAA Curling Finals.
All of the money will go towards helping to fund loans for individuals through the KIVA organization. When the loans are repaid, the students will again reinvest their money to help other individuals with their worthwhile personal or business projects. Mrs. Miller’s Grade 2 class filled out a 100 day of school book answering questions like what would they buy for $100 or if they could have 100 of something what would it be. In Miss. Cusack’s Grade 3 math class, they played a game called Roll the Dice to 100! They had to roll a dice and add the numbers to get all the way to 100. They also had to estimate to see how many rolls it would take to get to 100, and a few students were only a couple off on their estimate. In Mrs. Murray’s grade three math class students drew a diagram that had a perimeter of 100 cm. In Phys. Ed. 3 and 4 the students enjoyed doing 100 activities! At each station they had a new activity and had to do the activity ten times. Some different activities were lunges, jumping jacks, giant steps, hop, and a few more. They then challenged themselves to see how many different exercises they could do in 100 seconds. They realized, along with Miss. Cusack, in a short time that 100 seconds was a lot longer than it seemed and squats are very tough. Mrs. Amero’s Grade 4 students created a bucket list of the top five events they would like to have accomplished by the time they are 100. In Math they came up with 100 ways to make 100. This was a very challenging activity but the students persevered and everyone was amazed with what they came up with. The Grade 5 class travelled in a time machine to when they would be 100 years old! Using a phone app, all of the Grade 5 students were transformed into their 100 year old self. The class enjoyed seeing everyone old and had quite a
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laugh over all of the pictures. They then wrote about what their life will be like at that age. Between scooter racing and shopping at the Co-op they all are going to be great senior citizens! The curling teams are having a very successful season! The senior high mixed team won second place in the Jim Smith Memorial bonspiel in Vermilion and have been practicing for the district playoffs as well as curling weekly in the Mannville Curling Club mixed league. Kim Ruttan, a former NAIT curling team member, helped the senior high mixed and Grade 8 boys team hone their skills for their upcoming competitions. The junior high teams played well in the BTJHAA Northern in Innisfree. The Grade 7/8 team won one and lost two games, and the Grade eight boys team came home with the silver medal. This team, Max Amero, Justin Kane, Kayle Tod and Zach Polishuk then travelled to Irma to
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play against the top BTPS south teams for the BTJHAA championship on February 12. The boys played the Chauvin teams, Marwayne, Edgerton and ended up bringing home Silver. Congratulations boys! Two elementary teams also represented Mannville in the Jim Smith Memorial bonspiel. There was a Grade 4 girls team, and a Grade 4-6 boys team. They curled their hearts out and showed great enthusiasm for the sport, whether they were winning or losing. They even combined players to create a mixed team and played extra games to help even the draw out. The curlers have been having fun and have been excellent ambassadors of our school and community! Upcoming dates are Elementar y Report Cards – February 27, Elementary Parent Teacher Interviews – March 10.
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Karen Nedzielski Reporter
Former Psychiatric nurse Glenyce Hughes says she was at a time in her life when she had to either make some changes to her lifestyle or learn to cope with the everyday difficult situations that were causing her unhappiness and stress. That is when she made the conscious choice to begin what she calls, her journey to infinite possibilities. After working at a local non-profit health care organization for 13 years, Hughes found herself not completely enjoying what she was doing so she embarked on a somewhat non-typical path which to many skeptical people might seem a bit shadowed, she became a medium. Mediumship is the practice of certain people, known as mediums, who claim to facilitate communication between the spirits of those who have passed away, and living human beings. Originally from Turtleford, Saskatchewan, Hughes and her husband make their home in Vermilion, when she is not attending public speaking engagements, holding seminars or hosting her online radio show. Hughes also works as an inspirational speaker teaching people how to tap into positive feelings and achieve all they can out of life. Hughes says her teaching techniques are different from most, as she works with the individual to find the possibilities and “Being the changes you would like to see in the world.” She says her basic fundamentals are primarily laughter, fun, family,
Valentines cupcakes The Grade 3 class held their Annual Valentine Cupcake Sale in an effort to encourage global citizenship. Their sale raised $209 and all of the money will go towards helping to fund loans for individuals through the KIVA organization. Photos submitted.
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friends and living beyond what is never imagined possible. Hughes has writ ten and co -written many books and self-help workshop packages including the book “Live Beyond Your Wildest Dreams”, and also has a chapter published in bestselling author Jack Canfield’s book, “Pearls Of Wisdom.” Hughes’ positive attitude and cheery disposition can definitely play a factor in her students’ learning process. Hughes’ seminars can be found all over the world as well as on her social media site.
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February 16, 2015 | The Vermilion Voice
St. Jerome School News Margaret McCormack, St. Jerome School Submitted
Anticipation has been building every since the first day of school for the Grade One students. Finally, after keeping track of each school day, the long-awaited Hundredth Day arrived on Wednesday, February 11 with a flurry of excitement and energy. The entire day was spent doing activities that involved 100, from counting games, to a treasure hunt of 100
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numbers, to making structures from 100 objects. The students were applauded as they proudly explained and answered questions about their 100-Day projects. The projects are on display and as the older students take a look at the new creations, there are many that remember the project they made years ago. It is a day in first grade to remember! We also celebrated Valentine’s Day last week on Friday, February 13. Many students and staff took the opportunity to wear their finest garments from their wardrobes as we celebrated “Formal
St. Jerome’s Grade 1 students celebrated the hundredth Day of school. Photos submitted.
St. Jerome’s Chemistry 30 students.
Day” as well. The high school students were busy looking for their matc h throughout the day. Archie found Betty, Fred found Wilma, and Prince William found Kate. The winners of find-yourmatch were Karley Dieken and Kale McIntyre. The middle level students watched movies and then had a dance in the Father Cordeau for the last two periods of the afternoon. The elementary classes enjoyed sharing food, treats and Valentines with their classmates and playing a variety of games. Mrs. Eriksen’s Chemistry 30 class tested their problem solving skills when they designed and built their own calorimeters. Students burned peanuts and Cheesies to determine if their calorimeter was more efficient than Mrs. Eriksen’s original calorimeter demonstration. Not all of the original designs were able to hold in the heat as expected, but
designs were changed on the fly. Fun was had by all and no fire alarms were set off in the process! Congratulations to the Jr. High Boys Basketball team for a very well played game against J. R. Robson on Thursday, February 12. The boys were victorious as they played with great skill and determination. The Jr. High season will wrap up next weekend as the teams play in the Highway 16 Championships. The Sr. High teams played in the J. R. Robson tournament this past weekend. They will be busy preparing for zones and provincials, which take place in March. School Reminders are Ash Wednesday Mass – Wednesday, February 18 at 10:30 a.m., Grade 5 & 6 Ski Trip – Thursday, February 19, Pink Shirt Day – Wednesday, February 25, School Carnival – Thursday, February 26.
Grade 12 students dressed up for Formal/Valentine’s Day.
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End Of Season Reflections From The Rocks Team
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It was clear to see there was disappointment with the way this year’s league ended after talking with the Rock’s team players Logan Sherwood and Colton Katuski, along with their Coach Darcy Fadden last week. “Obviously this season could have went better,” said rightwing player Logan Sherwood. “I thought we had the potential this year but we just couldn’t seem to jive together. Some of our players played excellent all season like goal keeper Kurt McClean for example.” Colton Katuski said he will not be coming back next season as he has been accepted to college. Sherwood said this will be his second year with the Rock. “I started last year as a rookie and I’m trying to improve.” Sherwood also said that he believes the team has what it takes to win next season with all the new talent coming up. Coach Darcy Fadden said the team “underperformed” this season.”The goal was to be fourth or fifth. With nine losses in the season, those losses were only by two goals in each game.” Coach Fadden also said there would be a lot of fresh players coming up next year from Junior and they will be aiming for a much better year next year. From left are, Rock team mates, Logan Sherwood and Colton Katuski. Photo Marie Conboy.
Managing Information For Profit In Your Cow Herd 2015
Don & Eric Selte Vermilion, AB (780) 853-2484
Prou of th d Sponso e r Bull Canadia n Cong ress
The 11th Annual
HOME OF “JOHN” BULLS BULL and FEMALE SALE Consignor: Creedence Charolais Ranch, Derwent, AB Ervin Zayak: 780-741-3868
MARCH 7, 2015 VIKING AUCTION MARKET
Located 10 km. South of Viking at Junction of Hwys. 26 & 36
JOIN US FOR LUNCH AT 11:30 - Speaker to Follow SALE COMMENCES AT 1:30
Registered, Purebred Bulls - Long Yearlings & Two Year Olds as Well as Bred Females Purchasers of Chomiak Stock could win: - Week-End Trip to Las Vegas (approx. value $800) - Week-End Getaway to West Edmonton Mall (approx. value $400) - Chateau Lacombe Revolving Restaurant Dinner Certificate (value $100) - Two Edmonton Eskimo Football Game Tickets - One Roll of Edge to Edge Bale Mesh(Donated by Deerland Equipment, Vegreville) - Washer Toss Game & Vest (Donated by Rocky Mountain Equipment, Vegreville)
CHOMIAK CHAROLAIS WELCOMES YOU TO OUR SALE! Please view our catalogue online at: www.chomiakcharolais.net in February.
The event ‘Managing Information for Profit in Your Cow Herd 2015’ took place at the Vermilion Lakeland College Alumni Theatre on February 11. Patrick Ramsey one of the organizers of the event said the event was all about informing cow and calf producers about the tools and information available to them. Patrick Ramsey is pictured here, giving a presentation on Herd Management Options. Photo Marie Conboy.
John & Cathie Chomiak Mundare, AB. Cell: (780) 945-1504 Farm: (780) 632-7108 E-Mail: jchomiak@rjvnet.ca NOTE: Chomiak Charolais Cannot House Bulls Which Have Been Sold This Year.