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The emphasis was on fun and fellows h i p a s t wo R o t ar y D i s t r i c t s (5 370 an d 5 3 6 0) p ar t i c i p ate d i n t h e 2016 Rot ar y B ons piel that saw 24 teams from Alberta, Saskatchewan and B.C. compete at the Vermilion Curling rink from March 4 to 6. “It has been going on for more than 20 years,” said Bonspiel Coordinator, John Lunty. “It’s fun and it’s fellowship.” Opening Ceremonies took place on March 4 as the 24 colourful teams and their sponsors were piped in by the Lakeland Pipe and Drums Band. A f t e r w a r d , A s s i s t a n t G o v e r n o r, Brenda Lee invited Governor Tim Shields to say a few words. “Sally (wife) and I are thrilled to be bac k at w hat I b eli eve i s t he fine st Rotary fellowship that I’ve ever had the good fortune to be part of,” said Shields. “Thank you to Vermilion for hosting us and a special thanks to all of our sponsors, and my team, MacDuff.” When Mayor MacDuff took the mic he drew laughs from the crowd when he welcomed ever yone to Vermilion and encouraged all in attendance to spend a lot of money during their stay here. Shots of whiskey were distributed during the ceremony for a curler’s toast, before the fir st ro c k was thrown by Shields, highlighting the special relationship between Rotary and curling.

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First Rock, Rocks Assistant Governor, Brenda Lee gives the thumbs up to the first rock thrown by District Governor Tim Shields at the Rotary Bonspiel’s Opening Ceremonies on March 4. See more photos on page 9.

“It’s good to have that tradition still, where we get together, have some fun and maybe throw a few rocks and do a little bit of curling as well,” said Shields. “These weekends are truly a special par t of my Rotar y experience and it

really creates friendships all over the place.” John Lunt y said the Bonspiel isn’t about winning. “ We’ve won already; we’ve got all these people here,” added Lunty.

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Marie Conboy Reporter

The Vermilion Home Expo will take place this year at the Vermilion Stadium on April 16 and 17. Home Expo’s Coordinator, Michelle Feist says there is an exciting line up of special guests attending, along with a wide variety of local vendors signed up. “The feedback has been positive so far. We are hoping for more vendors to participate as well as more foot traffic,” said Feist. “So far we have 40 vendors to date, but we are aiming for 70. We are encouraging local businesses to take part so that they can reach a new customer base and get their name out there more.” Terry Grant, star of the highly rated reality TV show Mantracker, will be attending the Expo. “He will be there all weekend hanging out, meeting people and mingling with the crowd,” said Feist. “We have everything from make-up booths to home and heating coming out. We are trying to get more vehicles and we have bulk space available for trailers. We are also trying to get people from Wainwright, Vegreville and Vermilion’s surrounding areas to come in and participate.” There will be per formances from SHAPE Art and Wellness Studio dancers, and the Baking Robots will give a presentation over the weekend. Advan-

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tage Insurance will give a talk on retirement planning. The cost of a storefront booth is priced at $300; home-based business booths are priced at $65. “We are trying to get enough booths

to cover the cost of the venue so that we don’t have to charge admission, but otherwise, we are trying to keep it as low as possible,” added Feist. “Non-profit organizations are welcome to come along too. There will also be a grand prize, but

we are not sure what that is yet.” The Home Expo will be open both days, April 16 and 17, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information contact: vermilionchamber@gmail.com or telephone 780-853-6593.

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East Meets West In “The Harry Zone”

Musical meditation, musical massage, and musical mysticism are just a few of the terms that have been used to describe the Vermilion Folk Club’s upcoming performer, Harry Manx. Manx, who was born on the Isle of Man, was raised in Canada and left during his teens to live in Europe, Japan, India, and Brazil, where he performed on street corners, in cafes, and bars, perfecting his musical style. In the 80s, he was swept away by Indian music and studied for five-years with Indian musician, Vishwa Mohan Bhatt, a Grammy award winner for his work on A Meeting by the River with the legendary Ry Cooder. Bhatt gifted his custom-made Mohan Veena (20-stringed sitar/guitar hybrid) to Manx which led to his now signature “east-meets-west style of music,” as Manx blends the Mohan Veena with traditional blues sounds in his original songs. Manx said on his website that a live setting provides the opportunity to bridge the gap between “heavenly” India and “earthy” American blues. “Indian music moves inward and it is traditionally used in religious ceremonies and meditation, because it puts you in another place. But Western music has

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the ability to move out, into celebration and dance,” he added. “So when we play the Indian stuff on stage, it has a tendency to draw people into something really deep; they’ll get kind of quiet and spacey. Then we’ll play some more Western music, and it grounds them once more, they sort of come out of the mood the Indian music has put them in and get into the performance...my goal has always been to draw the audience as deep as possible into the music.” Manx also shines when it comes to performing covers of other artists’ music. He does a unique version of Bruce Springsteen’s I’m on Fire, which prompted the Boss himself to say, “Watching Harry play tonight I feel like I learned something new...” after seeing Harry perform at the International Guitar Festival in NYC. Manx has released nine albums in an eight-year span and has received seven Maple Blues Awards, and his albums have received five Juno nominations. Manx’s Alberta tour includes Calgary, Edmonton, and Vermilion where he will be appearing at the Vermilion Legion Hall on Tuesday, March 22. Due to the fact that the concert is on a weeknight, show time is at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are “Mysticssippi” Sound available at the Vermilion Credit Union Harry Manx set to perform in Vermilion on March 22 at the Royal Canadian Legion. and are $30 and $15 for students. Photo supplied

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Surprise Second Trip To The World’s For Baking Robots

Shannon O’Connor Reporter

The Baking Robots team, Kadin Morritt and Rhys Racine, received the surprising news this week that they are invited to this year’s World Vex Competition that will take place in Louisville, Ky in April. Last year the Robots placed high enough in the Provincials at the high school level to advance to the World’s. This year’s challenge, which dealt mostly with programming, left them out of the running, having placed eighth out of 41 teams, and fourth in programming skills - or so they thought. This week Vex Robotics contacted the team to verify the age of team members Kadin and Rhys. Both boys were 13-yearsold during the provincial competition. “In Alberta, there are no competitions held at any other level than high school, so the boys have always competed at the high school level, even though their age puts them in the middle school category,” said Kim Morritt, Kadin’s mom. The age of the team members, coupled with the fact that they had met some other competition requirements, led to Vex’s decision to give them an Excellence Award for Middle School for the Alberta Provincial Championship, which comes with an invitation to the World’s. Upon hearing the news, the Baking

Robots flew into high gear and began work- bake sale on March 10, from 10 a.m. to 7 we can find enough help to get them down ing out the problems with Cookie that vexed p.m. at Lakeland Mall. to World’s to work alongside the brightest/ them at the provincials. “These boys are seriously amazing and I smartest kids from around the world,” said “We didn’t know how to program the hope, in light of the tough economic times, Kim. sensors,” said Kadin. “Last year we didn’t use any sensors at all, it was more about driving,” added Rhys. This year the team needs to learn a new program language, RobotC, and write the code themselves to ensure Cookie meets the challenge of being able to do more than one thing at a time, like driving straight and accurately throwing balls into a net. The team will be rebuilding Cookie before the World’s. The Robots said if they didn’t have the experience they had at World’s last year, they might have considered giving up. “These two boys have set out to learn robots on their own,” added Kim. “They do not get credit for this in school; in fact they give up their evenings and weekends to work on Cookie...they spend hours using trial and error to figure things out.” Kim said the Baking Robots have been generously sponsored by area businesses and the Robots have also held baking fundraisers to help offset the costs associated with getting to the competitions, and paying for parts for Cookie. (Cookie is worth $2,000 Baking Robots Kadin Morritt (L), Rhys Racine, and robot “Cookie” heading to World Vex Competition in in parts.) The Baking Robots have an upcoming Kentucky in April. Photo by Kim Morritt

Council Approves Funding For More Murals Marie Conboy Reporter

Town Council passed the motion on March 1 giving permission to allow a new sports-themed mural for the south wall of the curling rink and four large individual sports figures (a hockey player, a curler, a figure skater, and a lacrosse player) for the stadium’s exterior. Council donated $6,000 to support the Mural Project on March 1, stating that the funding will be taken from Legislative Reserve. Community Services Director, Shawn Bell told Council that the committee stated, at a mural project meeting held at the Recreation Centre, that they want a sportsthemed mural for the south exterior wall of

the curling rink for 2016. “The Mural Project Committee is in the process of applying for a matching grant to fund the mural. For the murals around town, each business that has a mural on its building agreed to pay 30 per cent of the cost of the mural,” explained Bell. Muralist Barry Overn, who was commissioned to paint four murals for the town last summer, will be commissioned again to paint another mural on the curling rink and four sports figures on the stadium and arena this summer.

Keri Pullyblank, Chair of the Mural Project Committee said last week that Overn will be finishing the mural on the side of the Bargain Store wall first, as he didn’t get to finish it last year due to bad weather. The cost of the mural on the curling rink will be $16,000 - $18,000, plus the cost of the individual sports figures, bringing the total cost to $32,000. “This all depends on us getting the grant,” said Pullyblank. “We have $16,000 so if we get the matching grant, it will cover the cost of what we will be doing this summer.”

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Lorna Hamilton Editor

As we are all aware, our economy has gone down the proverbial toilet, and it has begun to affect families in our area. Families are finding it more difficult to provide even the necessities for their children. While I know, many will sit in judgement and say that it is the fault of the parents for not saving for the rainy day; that my friends is not always the case. Many families have family members that have been laid off from their place of employment since last fall. Their employment insurance benefits are ending or have already ended. As well, some families may be just down on their luck and

Hearts And Hands

require help once in a while. Whatever the reason, no one has a right to judge someone else’s situation until you have walked a mile in their shoes. EI is only a percentage of your regular pay to a maximum allowable rate of $1680 per month, and that does not even come close to covering all the normal household bills. Many families have to dip into their savings, and that doesn’t last forever either. Some may say, well they can always go on welfare, well let me tell you that is not an easy benefit to receive and doesn’t even come close to providing for necessities. So, let’s take a look at it for a minute. An average house mortgage or rent is between $1200 - 2500 a month and in some instances even higher. If you were a one-person income your $1680/ month EI isn’t going to go very far and in some

cases, it wouldn’t cover your rent/mortgage, and that is just one example. I know people will say you have to live within your means and not be big spenders, well spending that kind of money for a place to put a roof over your head and your children’s heads is certainly not being big spenders, it is just the basics. Even if there are two incomes in the family, once you have the main income contributor drop down to half or more of their regular pay, there isn’t a whole lot left to buy groceries, pay car payments, car insurance, life insurance, gas/electricity, etc. It has come to my attention there is a new resource in town that is available as a one-time gift for families with children who may be struggling for whatever reason, and I wanted to take this opportunity to get the word out there. It is called Hearts and Hands, and while I am not aware of

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all the circumstances surrounding it, I do feel it is important to let the members of the community know that it is available and completely private. The service provides a one-time gift of food, personal hygiene products, basic household items, baby formula and diapers and will try to meet the families needs as items are available and is strictly confidential. The poster states that all you have to do is call 780-581-0521 leave a message including a first name and last initial, number of adults and children in the family, any special dietary or other needs, the urgency of the situation and address for the items to be dropped off. I do feel as though this is a beneficial service to our community and hope that anyone who is in need due to special circumstances can make use of this generous one-time gift.

Vermilion RCMP Investigate Armed Robbery

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Innisfree, Alberta - In the early hours o f S u n d ay Fe b. 14, 2016 a male produced a handgun and robbed the Innisfree Petro Canada. He left with an undisclosed amount of cash and cigarettes. The male then fled the area in an unknown direction driving a black 2012 Lincoln Navigator which was stolen from

Kitscoty, RCMP Submitted

Marwayne, AB. - On March 1, 2016 at approximately 6:20 a.m., a white 2005 Ford F350 4X4 dually quadcab pickup truck was stolen from a residence in Marwayne, Alberta. The pickup truck has chrome sides, bumpers, fender wells and wheels. The back window of the pickup truck has a decal that reads “MARLIN FORD” in white letters. There is a square black diesel

Saskatchewan in December and may still have a Saskatchewan licence plate on it. The male suspect is described as: Caucasian, Approximately 5’6” Medium build Wearing a black hoodie and a Superman ball cap The General Investigative Section has been consulted on this investigation and Vermilion RCMP are actively investigating this incident. If you have information about this, or

Theft Of Pickup Truck

fuel tank in the box of the pickup truck. The pickup truck bears Alberta license plate BRP5821. The Kitscoty RCMP are requesting the public’s assistance in locating the stolen pickup truck. Anyone with information regarding this or any other crime, is asked to contact the Kitscoty RCMP at (780) 846-2870, your nearest police service or any local RCMP detachment. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-

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Around The Campfire

All good signs, however, I did also see my friend the Snowy Owl perched on its Flocks of geese are regular telephone pole. I did a hint of green cruising our northern poking through the brown grass a clover, s k i e s, g o p her s are but it had only three leaves, so maybe it peeking out of their wasn’t all that lucky either. dens to see if the grass It sure has been nice, though, it felt is green yet, I have yet a little cold this morning, but minus 13 to see a Robin, but I have seen a couple is norm for this time of year. We just got of hawks. so spoiled, on Saturday when I got up at sunrise it was raining. Trying to decide LAND FOR SALE BY TENDER what to do for the The following lands located in the County of Vermilion River near the day outdoors, lookVillage of Kitscoty are offered for sale by tender: ing out the kitchen NW 31-50-3-W4 window while having SW 31-50-3-W4 my morning coffee, NE 36-50-4-W4 I watched my pup The lands are approximately 318.5 acres in total excluding a Miss Oohohh prospective residential subdivision (approximately 20 acres), railway plans (1.82 acres), and road plans (2. 3 acres). There are surface leases running circles. She was so full of energy. in connection with the lands currently paying annual revenue of So, another good approximately $25,000.00. walk was in order. TERMS OF TENDER: I t ’s s t i l l e ar l y fo r (1) The purchase price submitted shall be subject to payment of antler shed huntGST, if applicable; ing but the walk is (2) Sale is subject to encumbrances presently registered against as important as the title and sale is without representation or warranty in connection with permitted use or access; ad venture, so we 3) Tenders are to be submitted in a sealed envelope marked loaded up our gear “Tender”; and headed out. The (4) Tenders are to be accompanied by a certified cheque or bank snow was interesting draft made payable to “Insight for Life - LAW Services, in trust” representing 10% of the tender amount; to walk in because it (5) Decision on tenders is to be made by March 22, 2016, at which was slushy from the time deposits of unsuccessful tenders will be returned via mail. rain. The highest or any tender will not necessarily be accepted; We had another (6) Upon acceptance of successful tender, the cash to close, g r eat day out subject to normal closing adjustments, shall be paid by April 22, 2016. If the successful tenderer fails to complete the purchase, the there, pretty much deposit will be forfeited. uneventful, just had a great walk with a Tenders will close at 4:00 p.m. on March 18, 2016 Tenders are to be submitted to: good friend; once again more moose Insight for Life - LAW Services signs than deer, so Attention: William N. Bohdan Zadworny Miss Oohohh was Barrister & Solicitor 5131 - 50th Street always on the alert PO Box 250 a f t e r l a s t w e e k ’s Vergreville, AB T9C 1R2 encounter. Ph: 780-632-7779 I am not sure how Columnist

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but we managed to miss all the critters in this bush, although moose and deer tracks and signs of movement were very fresh - maybe its Miss Oohohh’s jingle bell collar giving them a heads up. As we sat in a snow bank watching the world go by, I had an arm around my new buddy and with a couple kisses on the cheek from her, words didn’t have to be spoken to know we were both enjoying the same thing. I was also doing a lot of thinking on the way back to the truck several kms away, I could do this for a living…and should. Folks, I don’t talk about my career in life much, but I will share this with you. I have reached full retirement term work for the Department Of National Defence. I have served a full 35 year service term as of February 16 2016, I was never in the military, but served alongside and for them. Now that I have that full 35 year service I can receive full retirement benefits, which is substantial in today’s work force, something that as a young man worked for in the future. Now that time is here, although I didn’t make a fortune in the oil industry in Alberta, I do have a retirement future; benefits include 75 per cent of my wage, medical, prescription’s, dental etc. Like most of us I enjoyed a decent and healthy economy in Alberta all my life, and with a pension I am a lot better off than most, that like me, even should have invested more into the future. Time goes by in what seems like a flash, and before we know it many of us are reaching that retirement age. Looking back I would have probably invested more in RRSP’s and the like. However, I will get by quite comfortably, and there are things I love to do in the outdoors that can supplement me if need be. I won’t be drinking champagne and eating caviar on the coast of Hawaii,

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but am just as happy sitting in that snow bank with a good buddy. My wife Roxanne was never one for much travel if her feet have to get too far off the ground, meaning she absolutely hates and refuses to fly, and I am not a long distance driver, so adventures stay pretty close to home. One trip we agree on is a simple scenic trip through Alberta’s and British Colombia’s majestic mountains to the west coast with a few layovers to enjoy it via a scenic rail train. I have thoroughly enjoyed all my outdoor adventures all my life and will simply be happy just to continue to do that. It doesn’t take much to make me happy in the outdoors. As I told many others, some will live most of their life fishing before they realize it’s not the fish they’re after, it’s the adventure, where one fish is a bonus and a successful day. Some are frightened by the aspect of an early retirement and what to do with themselves; not an issue for me as my list is long and those adventures can be repeated every day. It’s been suggested that maybe I jot down a few of those adventures over my lifetime and call it “A lifetime of Alberta outdoor adventure.” I figure I could have completed a full book on outdoor adventures before I even reached the age of 12. I now have to make some huge decisions, so sitting along a game trail in a snow bank with a silent friend should be more often, or is it…a limb cracked in the distance, we stare silently further than we can see.... When The Smoke Clears The only problem with retirement for me is…I will never get a day off!!

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The SMF is interested in renting or leasing crop and pasture land to accommodate: • Expanding beef research & dairy herds • Increasing feed requirements

Any person affected by a development permit for a discretionary use may appeal the decision in writing stating reasons for the appeal along with a four hundred ($400.00) dollar appeal fee. The appeal must be submitted within fourteen (14) days of notice to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board of the County of Vermilion River.

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NOTICE OF DECISION OF DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY Discretionary Use: 329329-16-D0008 Permit No.: SE-13-51-4-W4M L:1 B:1 P:0623758 Use Approved: Mechanical Repairs in Existing Shop – “Smart Choice Mechanical Ltd.” Date of Notice: Mar 7, 2016 Permit Valid on: Mar 21, 2016 A Development Permit for a discretionary use does not take effect until fourteen (14) days after the date of this notice provided that no appeals have been registered with this office. Any person affected by a development permit for a discretionary use may appeal the decision in writing stating reasons for the appeal along with a four hundred ($400.00) dollar appeal fee. The appeal must be submitted within fourteen (14) days of notice to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board of the County of Vermilion River.

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Franklin Wolters Columnist

My earliest memories have always included the presence of our cattle. There were two classes, I guess you’d say, as we had milk cows, and range cattle. Now, the milk cows were kept in a pasture right close to home, so they could be milked and tended in a more managed way, and of course, their calves had the moniker of being pail bunters. Yes, you had to teach them to drink from a pail, remember? Then, there were the range cows that of necessity never saw the inside of a farm unless they were injured or sick. Sometimes a cow that looked like it might be a suitable milker and tame enough would make the grade and get that status of being a “milk Cow”. Whole different set of rules!! Hard to put seasons on the cycle of cattle raising though. There was a definite task with each time of year and I guess they did overlap, so that there never was a

Margaret Lonsdale Columnist

People whose names don’t ever make big news c an practise their craf ts for a lifetime in relative obscurity. They may be innovators, maybe even pioneers---brilliant ones---and still their names slip past us creating barely a ripple of recognition or acknowledgement. Such it may be for many a subtle Canadian: with the exception of minor notoriety among those who either work in the same field or specifically seek to know more about the creators behind the scenes of Great People and Things Canadian, we learn of their accomplishments only upon the public announcement of their deaths. Last week, I didn’t know anything about the Alberta born filmmaker, Colin Low. This week, I know that it’s he we can thank for bringing us the technol-

Nancy Mereska Columnist

Neither my husband nor I can give blood. We are cancer survivors. However, over the years my husband has needed countless treatments involving blood products. And, during my cancer treatments, I know of at least twenty-seven different transfusions that I was given. Lifesaving treatments given selflessly by strangers we can never thank.

Walking Through Grief Society Submitted

March and spring a time to generally think of rebirth, new births and new beginnings, but for those grieving a life loss it is hard to see brightness, or to find inward joy or hope in new life or beginnings. LIFE GIFTS When we have experienced the loss of a spouse the adjustment after the loss is one of life’s most demanding tasks. With the question “Will I ever be whole again?” and the “We “has to become” I.” The loss of a parent is difficult for that is the person/s who have influenced our

The Call Of Cattle

time when you could relax your vigal, and know all would be well!! All winter you had to be there every day to feed, water and bed them down and make certain nobody was out of sorts for any reason. The cows lived outside in the coldest times, remember. As you fed you watched and made sure they all came to feed and those who didn’t got a close look. That was “EVERY DAY” no matter what the weather. Then, come the spring calving time every cow was watched according to the signs if or when she would have her calf. You got to know the signs, in case the little guy needed help to arrive. Remember the late night checks? Well, that went on for weeks it seemed and then, in our place the cows and new born were out in the coulee and had to be patrolled several times a day, just in case. Of course while you have to keep those cows checked you also have to get your seed cleaned and ready so you can get your crop in that hopefully would feed your cows next winter!! Once the crop was in and growing you had to keep check on the fences and no day was wasted, because there

was always fence to fix. Then, doggone the hay would be about ready to be put up and of course wet days were spent checking fence and having a look at the herd to make sure they all survived the delicate operation of dehorning, branding, and changing the boys minds to just eating grass!! Well, all the time the cows were pasturing and looking after their younguns, you’d better keep the summer fallow worked and the hay made. Before you knew it the harvest was about ready and our short season made it critical no time was allowed to waste and go idle. Harvest was soon to start and we cut it in Dads time with a binder and threshed it so the straw was all in a nice pile you counted on to feed all those cows. After the threshing was done, you had to stack the green feed in early times that was the main ration. Hay was not as handy. Those old stacks were so hard to dig out and a load took a good while to accomplish!! But, fall time often brought the climax to the show when you weaned the calves and made the decision to either

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ogy that powers the amazing IMAX film experience. This week, I know that Star Wars creator George Lucas and 2001: A Space Odyssey (among others, of course) creator Stanley Kubrick stand am o ng t ho se influen c e d by Low ’s pioneering, experimental, entrepreneurial filmmaking spirit. Primarily known in the industry as a documentary filmmaker, Low began his career with the National Film Board in 1945. He was recruited through a summer program by NFB’s Norman M c L aren, who wante d to set u p a new animation unit, and to which Low would over time contribute immensely. A recent graduate of both the Banff School of Fine Ar ts and Calgar y ’s Institute of Technology, Low’s dedication to film innovation would both benefit and influence NFB productions for the following six decades. Low’s bold approach distinguished him on the world stage of filmmaking early in his career. Under his direction,

Giving blood is truly the most rewarding act a person can do for others. You will never know who receives your blood products but cancer patients/survivors like my husband and me thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Another selfless act is being a live donor for a liver transplant. We can also be live donors with our kidneys. While charities take care of physical needs and much-needed research, giving living organisms from ourselves is priceless. When I was at the worst phase of

The Romance of Transpor tation in Canada (1952) earned our NFB----its first ever---an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Shor t. As with much of Low’s work, the style he chose to present was unprecedented and unexpected: an examination of modes of transportation presented not simply through linear information and predictable visuals, but with humour and lively animation. He approached what might be considered by some as dr y subject mat ter in a manner that captivated and entertained while educating the viewer. Low’s innovative ideas and willingness to experiment, to push the boundaries of what had been tried before, would become his signature in Canadian filmmaking, and deeply influential within the developing productions of early NFB. Low would be responsible for many firsts, a true pioneer in the Canadian film industry. In 1960, Low returned to his home

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my cancer, I spent months divided between two hospitals—Vegreville and the Cross Cancer. My treatment in both was second to none. However, there was one act of kindness that stands out above all others. I spent Christmas in the Cross ICU unit. There was a crane over by the University Hospital that I could see from my bed. Someone operating that crane strung a strand of colourful Christmas lights along the arm of that crane. This someone knew there were patients in those hospital rooms who could see

Life Gifts

lives the longest and have the bank of memories like no other. There is a great reactive response to the loss of a parent even after we have matured and are independent. The loss of a Child is the sense of the loss of future. A bleak place without joy. The loss of sibling, aunt, grandparent, cousin or friend evokes the closure of a page in our history book and we grieve that loss. Through facing this pain we may close to the ideas of Life’s Gifts. BE Curious. Here are some thoughts to consider: OPEN to loving yourself : Accept

doing the best you can. Being less critical of self allows you to be less critical of others. OPEN to silence: A walk, meditate, journal. What do you want in life? Listen to others. Remember listening is learning OPEN to honesty: Honesty about yourself brings calm to our lives and encourages honesty we expect from others. OPEN to playfulness: Life losses have caused us to doubt feeling joy again or you feel a guilt that you should feel joy again. Give yourself permission to laugh. It is a gift. OPEN to Risks: In life and relationships. Saying NO limits our sight to what

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sell the calves right off the cow or if feed was ample you’d maybe keep them over to sell for grassers next spring. Always lots of decisions, really and there was so much riding on the outcome. After all, the time and work, the calves were all the paychecks rolled into one. I often thought the buyers were lighting their cigars or blowing their coffee when mine went through and I’d come away feeling a bit empty like all that time to raise and gone like a thundershower. Well, now days we don’t thresh straw piles or cut crop with a binder. Certainly we don’t stack hay with buckrake and sweep, and a nice herd of fifty or so won’t pay the bills they tell me. I had a rancher tell me if your herd was less than five hundred you just starve!! With all the modern feed makers, like silage cutters and round balers with nice front end loaders and people who come around to clean your corrals, you still need the cow to have a live calf and it still takes trouble to keep it alive to make the market. Seems like also there are fortyeleven new diseases now to keep that calf from making it to market!! Call the vet!!

territory in southern Alberta to direct w h at wo u l d d o c u m e n t a r a r e a n d never before captured ceremony in his film titled Circle of the Sun. The film featured the ceremonial Sun Dance performed by the Kainai Nation whose elders were said to trust only Low to film their sacred ritual. He is said to have known and maintained a rapport with Kainawa and Blood Tribe people since childhood. Colin Low ’s vision is embed ded into about 200 NFB films ranging from animations to documentaries to educational and industrial shorts. I counted forty-five titles viewable right now on NFB.ca for anyone wanting a sampling of this notable Canadian’s life’s work. Another of our countryman known and celebrated in places around the world but whose name many of us might never have uttered, Colin Low surely left our Canadian landscape a little more illustrious than when he arrived upon it 89 years ago.

the lights, patients wishing they were out shopping, trimming, wrapping and celebrating the traditions of Christmas. I remember looking at those lights and thinking how very thoughtful that person was. A person full of compassion, a person whose one act of selfless love gave me great joy. Now, my precious sister-in-law who lives near Vermilion is suffering the terrible ravages of the same disease I had. She will also depend on the kindness of donors to help pull her through. Please give.

could be ahead that is positive and allow the ability to move forward. OPEN to life’s meaning: When you have suffered a loss that is life changing, life may have lost meaning. You are the only one that can bring meaning back into life. We all need purpose, companionship and participation with fellow man. Find what is the most important contribution you can make. This will be the “New Beginning” of creating meaning in life. Be encouraging to others, it will come back to you. Include and seek happiness (not found in others) but within and embrace the new you with openness and hope.

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Can Food Affect Your Mood?

Jodi Simmonds, VIBE Coach Submitted

March is set aside as Nutrition Month so VIBE, as a Mental Health Capacity Building Project, likes to set aside some time each March to focus on how what we put into our bodies as nutrition impacts our mental health. Can FOOD really affect your MOOD? Some of you may have noticed that when you overindulge with meals or sugary snacks, you actually felt a little dif ferently.

Maybe you were a little sluggish or tired or maybe you felt revved up by all that sugar or those caffeinated drinks. Regardless of how you felt, it is important to recognize that the food (or fuel) that we consume can definitely affect our mood and our overall mental We know that chemicals in our brain affect the way we think, feel and act and that food (more specifically the nutrients in food) and brain chemicals work together to give us energy throughout the

day. Making poor food choices can affect the chemicals in our brain. A healthy diet can actually help you to feel better not just physically, but emotionally too. A poor diet can have just the opposite effect. So what foods provide nutrients that have a good effect on brain function? Wait for it... vegetables and fruits! Yes, these wonderful foods are not only good for our physical health they also improve our brain function and therefore our mental

2016 will be the year of tax changes If you paid attention to personal finance news towards the end of last year, you would have read about the changes set to occur to certain tax programs throughout 2016. Before reviewing the proposed changes, you should know that if they are enacted as proposed, they will only take effect for the 2016 taxation year and not affect your 2015 return. That doesn’t mean, however, that you can read this and turn back to your regularly scheduled programming. Tax preparation and planning is a year-round activity, so it’s good to keep in tune with these changes and what they will mean for your next filing. Proposed New Tax Rates For 2016 and subsequent tax years, the 22 per cent tax rate will be lowered to 20.5 per cent for income earned between $45,282 and $90,563. Meanwhile, a new 33 per cent tax rate will be introduced on taxable income in excess of $200,000. Taxpayers with taxable income in excess of $90,563 will realize the maximum tax savings of $679 (calculated as [$90,563 – $45,282] x 1.5 per cent). For higher-income taxpayers, the benefit of the reduction will be negated by the increase in the top tax rate from 29 per cent to 33 per cent when taxable income reaches $216,975 (calculated as $200,000 + $679 x 100/4). Proposed Rollbacks to TFSA Contribution Limits The annual contribution limit for Tax-free Savings Accounts (TFSAs) will be returned to $5,500 for 2016. The previous government had increased it to $10,000 in the April 2015 budget. The $10,000 limit for 2015 will not be changed and taxpayers who contributed less than this will be able to carry forward the balance. Unearned Income by Dependent Children More commonly known as the “Kiddie Tax”, people should know that under the proposed changes the new tax rate of 33 per cent will apply to the tax on “split income”, representing an increase of 4 per cent. Dividends and certain types of capital gains will be taxed at that highest rate when paid out of a family corporation to related minors. Proposed Top Credit Rate for Charitable Donations The tax credit rate for charitable donations in excess of $200 will remain at 29 per cent except for those taxpayers who are subject to the 33 per cent rate (who may claim 33 per cent tax credit on donations relating to that portion of their income in excess of $200,000). So, if a taxpayer had $220,000 in taxable income and charitable donations of $10,000, a 33 per cent credit rate would be applied on the full amount of the donation above the first $200 (i.e., $9,800). If, instead, the individual donated $30,000, the 33 per cent rate would be applied on $20,000 (15 per cent would apply to the first $200, and 29 per cent would apply to the remaining $9,800). Changes Still to Come All these changes remain subject to Parliamentary approval, and the months ahead will bring more reform to tax law. Pay particular attention to news in March when the Federal government is expected to unveil its budget for the 2016 – 2017 fiscal year as it is expected that legislation will be introduced to eliminate the family tax cut. Finally, a new Canada Child Benefit, a tax-free monthly payment made to eligible families with children under 18, will likely replace UCCB benefits beginning in July 2016. We know taxes can be confusing, but it’s important you take time to understand what these changes will mean for you because everyone’s tax situation in Canada is unique. Taking time to research the credits and deductions for which you are eligible, understand tax law changes and prepare and plan for your 2016 filing will go a long way towards ensuring 2016 is your best return yet.

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health. Also whole grain products, milk with its calcium and vitamin D, and meat and alternatives provide all that great protein that contributes to healthy brains. Omega-3 fatty acids are also really important to brain function so try to choose some fatty fish (like salmon, trout, or even sardines), vegetable oils (canola, flaxseed, olive, or soybean), nuts and seeds like flaxseeds, walnuts, soy nuts, pecans, almonds, dairy products, and whole grain flax bread or crackers are a good source as well. Let’s not forget about our water intake. Dehydration can cause us to feel irritable and can negatively impact our ability to concentrate and think clearly. Water is the most accessible, affordable, and efficient way to keep hydrated. Don’t forget to up your intake on warm days and during periods of physical exertion. Sometimes it’s hard to get all the nutrients you need from the food that you eat. You might want to talk to a dietician or your doctor about a vitamin supplement. If you are really interested in how what you are eating is affecting you emotionally, consider keeping a food and mood diary. Track what you are eating and then add in some notes about how you were feeling both physically and emotionally during that time. I’d recommend that you keep the diary for at least a couple of weeks for the best results. This is really good information to share with your dietician or health care provider as well. So be aware of what you are eating and try to make good choices as often as you can. Not only will your body thank you, your brain will too. The Mental Health Capacity Building in Schools Initiative (MHCB) is an integrated, multidisciplinary team approach providing promotion, prevention and early intervention addiction, health and mental health services to children, families and communities. The VIBE Program is one of the 37 projects involved in this initiative led by Alberta Health Services Addiction and Mental Health in partnership with Alberta Education and funded by Alberta Health and Wellness. For more information on nutrition as it relates to mental health and other health & wellness related topics please contact your VIBE Coach, or the Program Coordinator Pat Calyniuk at 780-853-3718 or pat. calyniuk@btps.ca.

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Vermilion Voice Mug Shot

Voice staff celebrates reporter, Shannon O’Connor’s launch of her new ebook, Sit and Deliver, a Slim Compendium of Humour. The ebook features 23 of the best humorous essays, anecdotes, and musings from Shannon’s humour column, Sit and Deliver, including some that have appeared in the Vermilion Voice. “All your favourites are there, and there’s something for everybody,” said Shannon. “The hockey fan can enjoy Kohos before Bros, the half-awakened can marvel at the spiritually competitive, My Spiritual Journey is Deeper than Yours, and arm chair economists, sociologists, and psychologists can examine Beanie Baby Economics, Kitsch Culture, and Will Close for Cats,” added Shannon. There is also some local flavour infused in the collection as Shannon explores how she, an avid thrifter, managed to survive her first assignment as a reporter for the Vermilion Voice in, How I Survived the Mannville Town Yard Sale. To complement the launch of her new ebook, Shannon issued a set of six limited edition mugs. “This book has taken on many forms over the years; first as a radio segment, followed by a newspaper column, then as a blog – but it always wanted to be an ebook with its own line of mugs,” laughed Shannon. Sit and Deliver, a Slim Compendium of Humour is available for purchase now at Smashwords, Apple iBooks, Kobo, OverDrive, and Barnes and Noble. The ebook can also be purchased at www. shannonoconnor-sitanddeliver.com along with the collector’s mugs that are also available on Etsy at Sit and Deliver, Mug Life. From left, Ashley Roberts, Andre Dey, Shannon O’Connor, Lorna Hamilton, Marie Conboy and Sue Chikie. Photo by Marie Conboy

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Cover Shot Voi c e repor ter Shannon O’Connor ’s ebook cover for Sit and Deliver, a Slim Compendium of Humour designed by Voice graphic designer, Andre Dey.

This group from Grand Prairie was ready to breathe, eat and sleep curling during the Rotary Bonspiel weekend March 4 to 6.

Opening Ceremonies

The Lakeland Pipe and Drum Band piped in the participants at the Rotary Bonspiel on March 4. Photos Shannon O’Connor

No Time To Sleep

Rotarian Kirby Whitlock at the Opening Ceremonies of the Rotary Bonspiel on March 4 said he wouldn’t be getting a lot of sleep over the weekend, but added sleep was over-rated anyway.

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Agri-News

What To Do With Springtime Water Conflicts

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While the Farmers’ Advocate Office (FAO) receives inquiries about water throughout the year, the most common complaints in the spring concern flooding. “When the snow starts melting, we will receive calls from both sides of the equation,” says Jeana Les, research and communications specialist, FAO,

Edmonton. “We hear from landowners who suspect their neighbour’s activities are causing flooding on their land, and we also get calls from landowners who want to alter the flow of water on their land to address flooding caused by the melting snow.” Water is property of the Province of Alberta, which means that any alteration in the way water is used or diverted

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may require approval, says Les. “Landowner s who have questions about diverting water to address flooding on their property should call Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP) at 310-ESRD (3773) before undertaking any work. If you suspect your neighbour’s activities are causing flooding on your land, you should call the AEP 24 Hour Environmental Hotline at 1-800-222-6514.”

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Clarification The Upcoming Bumps Babies Tot ‘n’ Teens Family Fun Expo in Lloydminster will feature Graham Town and the Border City Petting Zo o as vend or s at the E x p o. Graham Town will not be providing horseback riding, and the Zoo will have only one animal at the Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds; a snake. The Expo runs from March 12, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. to March 13, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Kitscoty Community Dinner Theatre April 8, 9, 15 & 16

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Safety Up! - On Tractors

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Tractors today are the safest they’ve ever been. But they are still the leading cause of farm fatalities across Canada. Avoid tractor-related injuries and fatalities by taking responsibility for your own safety. Being safe involves removing the unnecessary risks and effectively managing the rest. You need to get trained before you get to work, stay alert for potential hazards while on the job, and learn how to manage the hazards you can’t avoid. Know the job. Know the hazards. Know the drill. Training – Who Needs It? Know the job. Get trained for each task before you start doing it. Learn to operate a tractor in a large level field. Drive only the tractor at first, then practice with equipment attached. Ask your trainer to demonstrate all procedures ahead of time. Move gradually from simple to complex jobs. Ask questions. And remember: it is illegal for anyone under 16 or without a licence to drive on public roads. Take It On Safely Know the hazards. You take on many tasks in a day. Slow down and think about the hazards associated with each new task. The nasty truth is that a tractor hitched to a farm implement can have many tricks up its sleeve. You could be cut, crushed, pulled in, wrapped, struck or run over. Many extreme danger points are associated with the hitch or with the implement rather than the tractor itself. Wherever they are found, these hazards need to be avoided. Here are some specific hazards to watch for while operating a tractor.

1. Hitch with care. Set hitches low – preferably 17 inches high, but never above 21 inches high. Hitch to the drawbar, never the axle. Use proper safety clips and pins, and never leave loose chain dangling. Watch for crush hazards while hitching. When you pull a load, take up slack slowly. Don’t jerk on chains or cables. 2. Prevent roll overs. Some manoeuvres increase the likelihood of a roll over, such as carrying raised objects, operating with a front-end loader, or operating on a steep incline. To prevent one: don’t operate near ditches or embankments; drive straight down slopes; keep wheels set as wide as possible; and reduce speed in turns, on slopes or on rough, slick or muddy surfaces. 3. Big tractors, bigger concern. Giant four-wheel tractors can be tough to navigate through tight places. Overhead clearance may also be a concern. Be extra cautious. Take time to get used to all-wheel steering. Ensure everyone is well clear before starting the engine. Avoid steep slopes and, since big tractors can’t stop as quickly, drive slowly. 4. Service regularly. Tractors need regular service. Check lubrication, fuel and water levels often. To perform adjustments or maintenance, be sure the engine is shut off and the implement is not moving. 5. Refuel without fire. Refuelling can result in fire or explosion. Before you start, turn the engine off and allow it to cool. Don’t smoke. Remember that it takes longer to fill big tanks, so find a secure, comfortable position from which to refuel.

6. Keep the cab chemical-free. Remove soiled personal protective equipment (PPE) before entering, and clean off contaminated footwear. Don’t hold the steering wheel with gloves worn while handling chemicals. To remove grime and possible chemical contamination, clean the inside of the tractor regularly with a grease-cutting agent. ROPS – the Rollover Protection System on your tractor does not work without a seatbelt! In a rollover situation, the seatbelt keeps you under the protection of the ROPS. Use it. Check and Double Check Know the drill. Recognizing hazards is a good starting point. But to prevent injury, you need to know how to manage or avoid them. Here’s a checklist to help you manage hazards so you can stay safe before, during and after your trip. - Read the operator’s manual and follow all recommendations. - Ensure there is a first-aid kit and fire extinguisher mounted on the trac tor. - Always circle-check before you start. Check visibility, lights, tires, and brakes. Ensure the exhaust system is in good condition and leak-free. - All shields and guards should be safely in place. - Lock brake pedals together before travelling on roadways. - Set wheel treads as wide as possible, and ensure tires are properly inflated. - Use safety hitch pins and chains when towing equipment. - Keep steps free of mud, ice, tools

or debris that could cause slips. - Use the seatbelt and adjust mirrors before you start the engine. - Follow traffic rules. - Get a good sleep and take breaks. Don’t let fatigue or careless ness affect your work. - Wear hearing protection if the tractor does not have a soundproof cab. - On a downhill, keep the tractor in gear so the engine can serve as a brake. - Don’t operate a tractor in build ings without adequate ventilation. - Hitch towed loads no higher than the drawbar. - Check overhead clearance when towing high loads. - Af ter you work, park safely. Disengage the power take-off (PTO) and lower equipment to the ground. Turn off the engine and pull the key. Ensure the transmission is in neutral or park and the brake is set. Watch Your Back An idling tractor could slip into gear or begin rolling if it’s in neutral or the park brake malfunctions. Never jump from a moving tractor or turn your back on it while it is running. The Last Word Tractors are a valuable tool to power field work. They are effective implement carriers, transport units and remote power sources. But they can be dangerous if they are used incorrectly. Your safety is your responsibility. Get trained, recognize hazards, and manage them for your own good.

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SALUTING OUR AGRICULTURAL COMMUNITY Agri-News Submitted

When seasons are short, days are long, and assistance is scarce, working alone is sometimes the only option. Such is the life of the farm worker – you often find that you are forced to work alone out of necessity. Some t asks are d esig ne d to be per formed alone (such as driving a tractor), but other tasks are much safer when completed with help. Working alone does have an upside. It can be peaceful and productive – no one looking over your shoulder, no one to distract you from the task at hand. On the other hand, it can also result in tragedy – such as injury, health impairment or victimization. To ensure your safety on the farm, you and your employer need to work together to plan safety measures to be used when working alone. Once your employer provides the plan and the tools to carry it out, the next step is for you to take responsibility for your own safety. Know the job. Know the hazard. Know the drill. Three Steps to Safe Work K n ow i n g t h e j o b m ean s g et t i n g trained ahead of time to ensure you can do your work safely. Once you’re on the job, you need to know the hazard: be alert to recognize potential problems that may put you or coworkers at risk. Finally, when you identify hazards, you need to know the drill – how will you safely manage or avoid them? Training – Who Needs It? Before you even consider working

Safety Up! On Working Alone alone on the farm, you need to have the correct training for the job. Driving a tractor, moving grain, managing livestock – along with all the other tasks you take on in agriculture – involve knowledge and skills that ensure you can accomplish the work effectively and safely. Don’t head out alone unless you know the job. Lone Worker Alert Sometimes, no amount of caution and preparation can make a work alone situation safe. In these cases, never work alone. This includes any type of truly hazardous work, such as: • Tasks involving high-energy sources: electrical, mechanical or pneumatic. • Jobs involving toxic chemicals, reactive or flammable materials. • Using highly pressured materials. • Jobs involving a confined space. Independence Day The hazards of working alone are broader than you may at first think. You could be injured, suffer a stroke or heart attack, be struck by lightning, or be victimized through criminal violence or other adverse conditions. Part of the risk is the delay between an incident happening and help being available. When you work alone, it could be hours before another farm worker becomes concerned about you, longer still before you are found, possibly in very poor condition. Whether it’s a mechanical breakdown, power take-off (PTO) injury, heart attack or fire, the outcome is less optimistic if you are working alone when it happens.

Take responsibility for your safety. At the start of a new workday, consider the tasks you will perform, and plan accordingly. You need to know the answers to some important questions before you head out: -In what situations will you be working independently? - If your equipment breaks down or you need operational assistance, who will help? - How will you communicate the need for help? - Who can provide medical atten tion if you need it? - Does someone nearby know first aid and CPR? - Who can call a paramedic? - Is someone aware of your where abouts? Know the Drill In many cases, farm incidents would have considerably better outcomes if emergency help – or any help at all, for that matter – was available to the victim before the situation escalated. The key is to plan how you and your coworkers will respond to an incident before it happens. Know the drill. The following strategies can prevent working-alone incidents and minimize the damage should one occur: - Ask your employer for a clear and concise working-alone policy. - Ask for instructions and training on working alone. - Ensure appropriate supervision is available. - Don’t work alone without the means

to communicate – cell phones, pagers or two-way radios. - Check in regularly while you’re alone in the field. - Know who will assist you if some thing goes wrong. - Leave tough or hazardous tasks to be completed when help is available. - Ensure those working alone are capable of controlling the risks of the job. - Ensure lone workers are medically f it and properly trained. - Incidents can happen during lowrisk work also, so you should still set time limits and check in regularly. Checking Up or Checking In? It’s always better to check in than to check up. When you check in regularly, your supervisor will feel less need to check up. All it takes is a short phone call, quick walk around, prearranged meeting at break time, or two-way radio contact. If your boss doesn’t respond, it could mean that he or she needs your help. When you take responsibility for checking in, you do it for the safety of everyone in the field. The Last Word Working alone can be highly productive and enjoyable, or lonely and dangerous. It’s up to you to decide how you will handle independent work situations for yourself. Take personal responsibility for your safety on the job. Don’t head out without knowing your boss’s working-alone policy. Ensure you have the proper training and tools for the job, a trustworthy communication device, and plans to check in regularly.

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Bull Market About The Alberta Farm Safety Program Agri-News Submitted

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Bull Market Viterra Scholarship For Excellence Established At Lakeland College

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(Vermilion/Lloydminster, Alta.) Lakeland College is thrilled to announce that students will soon benefit from the generosity and support of Viterra. The grain industry leader has made a significant investment – $75,000 – in Lakeland students by creating the Viterra Scholarship for Excellence. “Viterra’s student-focused investment will play an instrumental role in the lives of many of our students and future community leaders. Recipients of the Viterra Scholarship for Excellence will be able to continue to excel in their studies and achieve their goals thanks to Viterra’s commitment to post-secondary education,” says Debbie Neigum, senior development officer with Lakeland College. “With gratitude, we thank Viterra for

making education more accessible to our students.” The scholarship will be available over a 10-year term to students enrolled fulltime in second-year agricultural sciences and business administration diploma programs, the general agriculture certificate program, and the pre-employment electrical certificate program. The Viterra Scholarship for Excellence will be awarded based on academic achievement and special consideration will be given to students of Indigenous ancestry. “It’s an exciting time to be in the business of agriculture, and our company is constantly looking for the best people to help us connect our farm customers to marketing opportunities around the world,” said Kyle Jeworski, Viterra’s President and CEO for North America. “The business and Ag programs at Lake-

land College are focused on the needs of our industry, and are instrumental in giving students the knowledge and experience to pursue rewarding careers with an industry leader such as Viterra.” The first Viterra Scholarship for Excellence is valued at up to $2,000 and will be awarded in March 2016 at Lakeland’s annual awards celebration. Last year, Viterra announced its commitment to education through significant scholarship funding across five provinces. Students attending the selected schools, including Lakeland College, will be eligible to access funding from an overall pool of $900,000. Viterra is Canada’s grain industry leader, supported by the expertise of its people, a superior network of assets, and unrivalled connections to world markets. Headquartered in Regina, Sask., Viter-

Forage Research

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One million dollars in forage research projects have recently been approved and are set to get underway. These are the result of a targeted research Call for Proposals for forage related projects put out by Alberta Beef Producers and the Alberta Livestock and Meat Agency (ALMA). Karin Schmid, beef production specialist at Alberta Beef Producers, says forage-related projects are key to the industry. “When you think about forage as part of the beef production cycle, around 80 per cent of beef cattle feed is forage and because the forage industry doesn’t really have a check-off, we need to be able to fund that from the beef side,” she says. The beef industry she says, has noticed a lack of forage research over the past decade and this partnership with ALMA has allowed them to shift their research focus to address this lack of research. “We are really proud to partner with ALMA to deliver a one million dollar research call for proposals on forages that met some specific targeted objectives such as breeding, investigating differences in varieties and species to maintain nutritional quality in stockpiled

or swath grazing systems, management strategies to maximize and optimize hay yields and beef production from native range and tame pastures,” Schmid says. Seven of 12 proposals submitted were funded including ones focusing on breed-

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ing, forage wheat varieties and hybrid brome grass to name a few. “The goal is to hopefully end up with at least the basis for some new and improved varieties for producers and

ra’s commitment to agriculture goes back over 100 years, partnering with farmers to market and move their crops to areas of need around the world. For more information on Viterra in North America, please visit www.viterra.com. Viterra is part of the Agricultural Business Segment of Glencore. Established in 1913, Lakeland College serves more than 7,500 students every year at its campuses in Vermilion, Alta., and Lloydminster, Alta./Sask., and through online and off-site programs and courses. Lakeland offers programming in the areas of agricultural sciences, business, energy and petroleum technology, environmental sciences, fire and emergency services, health and wellness, human services, interior design technology, trades and technology, and university transfer. For more information visit www.lakelandcollege.ca.

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The Vermilion Voice | March 7, 2016

The 2016 Ag-Citing And Little Royal

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It’s that time of the year again and Lakeland College campus is set to host a wide range of activities for the 2016 Little Royal running from March 11-13. Taking part will be the students from Lakeland College and the 4H Beef clubs from the surrounding areas. The Ag-Citing Day will host information sessions for prospective students and tours. Academic Advisor for Agricultural Sciences, Sarah Jayne Biglieni, says there has been a rise in the number of students signing up for Ag-Science in the past two years. “ We are d efi n i te l y s e e i n g g o o d numbers for applications this year. We have students coming from Western Canada. It gives them the opportunity to sit in on classes and meet with instructors

and students and determine if Lakeland College and Ag-science is the program for them,” said Biglieni. “There will be mini-labs, tours and class-type activities; participants will find out how they can ‘Live the Learning’ at Lakeland.” The Royal Rodeo slack and performance is aiming to attract a big crowd on Saturday evening, where cowboys and cowgirls will show off their skills Down Roping, Breakaway Roping, Saddlebronc, Steer Wrestling, Goat Tying and Bullriding. Little Royal will open with the 28 th annual Western Canadian Judging Competition featuring 4-H and collegiate judges at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, March 11. Demos from the Agility Club and Stock Dog Club will follow later in the day along with a Ranch Rodeo in the evening. The three-day event continues Saturday, March 12 with the Stockman’s Club

Steer and Heifer Open and Junior Show starting at 10 a.m. followed by Rodeo Slack at 3 p.m. and the Rodeo performances at 6 p.m. Saturday events will conclude with the evening dance in the Equine Centre at 10

p.m. Little Royal will wrap up on Sunday with the final rodeo performance at 10 a.m. For the complete schedule of Little Royal events and times, please visit lakelandcollege.ca.

Cowgirls take part in cow horse sorting and roping at the 2015 Little Royal Rodeo. Photo Marie Conboy

Stockman’s Club Junior Steer Competition Young competitors take part in the 2015 Stockman’s Club Junior Steer competition.

Dr. Suess Mini Carnival

A fun mini carnival with a Dr Suess theme took place on March 5 at the Vermilion Library. Games, crafts, a book exchange, photo booth and cotton candy were part of the 6 craft stations. If you have books you are willing to donate to this event, drop them off at one of the collection sites: the CLASS office, JR Robson, or VES. This program is run by Vermilion Girl Guides. From left; (front row) Emery Zayac, Grace Fluney (back row) Casey Zayac, Hailey Roach, (centre) Ainsley Zayac and Emily Fluney. Photo Marie Conboy

Weddings of 2015

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Community Closet Donations

The Community Closet donated a total of $3,750 to community groups on March 4. Despite the total donation being a lot lower than previous donations, the groups were very grateful for their cheques. “Our sales are really down at the minute, we find that people are not spending like they used to,” said Community Closet President Rose Hardy. St. Jerome’s Parent Council received $1000, which they said they plan to put towards their playground. The Mannville Pre-school Society received $500. “We are really grateful for this donation and we plan to use the money to buy books,” said Mannville Pre-school teacher Alicia Rutt. Vermilion Vipers Swim club received $250. “We will be using the money for our Swim Meet in May,” said Lori King. The Vermilion Dance Association received $250, which they are planning to put towards dance scholarships. The Vermilion Skating Club used their donation of $250 to pay for event expenses this past weekend. The Vermilion Ukrainian Cultural Association received $250. The Vermilion Pottery Guild received $500. Vermilion Minor Hockey received a donation $250. The Vermilion Dance Impressions by Ryan received $250. From left; Lena Black from the Vermilion Skating Club, Shelly Corbiere from St. Jerome’s Parent Council, Lisa Purcell from the Vermilion Pottery Guild, Crimson Haslehurst from Dance Impressions by Ryan, Kathy Crowe from the Vermilion Dance Association, Community Closet Director Paulette Eaket, Bernie Huedepohl from the Vermilion District Music Festival Association, Lori King from the Vermilion Vipers Swim Club, Lisa Rochford from Vermilion Minor Hockey, Jason and Ty Stelmaschuck from the Vermilion Ukrainian Cultural Association, Community Closet President Rose Hardy, Mannville Pre-school teacher Alicia Rutt with Kerri and Remy Lorenson from Mannville Pre-school Society. Photo Marie Conboy

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR MARCH 2016 1 15 KIDDIE OASIS, Indoor Playground, 9:30-11:30am, Regional Centre Heartworks Studio Art Display, all of March, Public Library KIDDIE OASIS, Indoor Playground, 9:30-11:30am, Regional Centre SENIOR’S & CASUAL CURLING, 1-3pm, Vermilion Curling Rink VERMILION DOWNTOWN FARMER’S MARKET , HAPPY HARMONIZERS, 2pm, Seniors’ Centre Elks Hall, 10am – 1pm, contact Evelyn 780-853-4669 LEADERSHIP SKILLS FOR NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS CLASS, 6:30-8:30pm, Lakeland College SENIOR’S & CASUAL CURLING, 1-3pm, Vermilion Curling Rink TOWN COUNCIL MEETING, 7pm, Council Chambers, Town Office HAPPY HARMONIZERS, 2pm, Seniors’ Centre 2 TOWN COUNCIL MEETING, 7pm, Council Chambers, Town Office FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre 16 KIDS CONNECTION, 10:30am, Public Library FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre BUILDING SHAME RESILIENCE IN CHILDREN, An Empathic and Self Compassionate Approach, VIBE Video Conference Course, 2-3:30pm JR Robson WEIGHT WISE WORKSHOP, Alberta Health Services, 9:30am-12pm, Vermilion Prairie Place, 2nd Floor School KIDS CONNECTION, 10:30am, Public Library SPRING ART CLASSES FOR YOUTH, March 2-May 18, 4-5pm, Heartworks Studio IPHONOGRAPHY, CLASS, 7-9pm, Dragonhare Studios 3 17 TIME TO RHYME, 10:15am, Public Library TIME TO RHYME, 10:15am, Public Library CROCHET LEVEL 2, 6:45pm, Vermilion Public Library, pre-register $10 SENIOR’S & CASUAL CURLING, 1-3pm, Vermilion Curling Rink WALKING THROUGH GRIEF MEETING, 7pm, Parkview Alliance Church WALKING THROUGH GRIEF MEETING, 7pm, Parkview Alliance Church SENIOR’S & CASUAL CURLING, 1-3pm, Vermilion Curling Rink 18 FAITH & FILM SERIES, “Amazing Grace,” 7pm, St. Saviour’s Anglican Church FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre ROTARY CLUB CURLING BONSPIEL, March 3-6, contact jmlunty@telus.net or riley.girls@shaw.ca ABSTRACTS IN WATERCOLOUR, CLASS, 6:30-9:30pm, J.R. Robson School 4 19 FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre THE AMAZING RACE VERMILION, 10am-5pm, www.TheGoodLifeInstitute.ca FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT, 6:30pm, Parkview Alliance Church ABSTRACTS IN WATERCOLOUR, CLASS,10am-4:30pm, J.R. Robson School 5 MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATER – Jungle Book, Vermilion Allied Arts, Alumni Theater RUG HOOKING, CLASS, 10-11:30am, Heritage Museum OPEN STAGE, Folk Club, 8pm, Legion FLOWERS IN ANY MEDIUM, CLASS, 10am-4pm, J.R. Robson School 21 BABYSITTING & PERSONAL SAFETY COURSE, CLASS, 10am-4pm, Lakeland College FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Bridge 1pm, Seniors’ Centre DR. SEUSS BOOK EXCHANGE & MINI-CARNIVAL, 11am-2pm, Public Library, Entry fee is a gently used or new book, contact Wendy 780-744-3991 VERMILION RIVER ARCHERS, Youth - 6 & 7pm, Adults - 8pm SKATE THE RAINBOW, Vermilion Figure Skating Carnival, 1pm, Stadium, Admission at the door. 22 6 VERMILION REGION PARTNERSHIP BREAKFAST, “Recruiting & Retaining Gen Y’s”, 6:45-8:30am, Regional Centre, LIFE BALANCE – CREATING HARMONY IN YOUR DAY, CLASS, 6-9pm, Lakeland College tickets-$20 at Town Office PUBLIC SKATING, 3:15-4:45pm, Arena KIDDIE OASIS, Indoor Playground, 9:30-11:30am, Regional Centre 7 VERMILION DOWNTOWN FARMER’S MARKET, Elks Hall, 10am – 1pm FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Birthday Club, 10:30am, Bridge, 1pm, Seniors’ Centre SENIOR’S & CASUAL CURLING, 1-3pm, Vermilion Curling Rink VERMILION RIVER ARCHERS, Youth - 6 & 7pm, Adults - 8pm, Contact Ken 780-853-7002 or Ron 780-853-5046 HAPPY HARMONIZERS, 2pm, Seniors’ Centre HEART WISE: MANAGING BLOOD PRESSURE & CHOLESTEROL, Alberta Health Services, 5-8pm, Vermilion Health Centre INFANT NUTRITION CLASS, 1-3pm, Vermilion Public Health Office, 780-853-5270 VERMILION SOCCER ASSOCIATION AGM & REGISTRATION, 6:30pm, JR Robson School HARRY MANX, Vermilion Folk Club, 7:30pm, Legion 8 HOOPLA WORKSHOP, 6:45 - 7:45pm, Vermilion Public Library VERMILION MAYOR’S PRAYER BREAKFAST, 7-8am, Regional Centre 23 KIDDIE OASIS, Indoor Playground, 9:30-11:30am, Regional Centre FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre SENIOR’S & CASUAL CURLING, 1-3pm, Vermilion Curling Rink KIDS CONNECTION, 10:30am, Public Library HAPPY HARMONIZERS, 2pm, Seniors’ Centre QUILTER’S GUILD, 4-10pm, School of Hope OVERDRIVE WORKSHOP, 6:45 - 7:45pm, Vermilion Public Library 24 9 TIME TO RHYME, 10:15am, Public Library FLOOR CURLING 9:30am, Seniors’ Centre DIABETES: THE BASICS, Alberta Health Services, 9:30am-3:30pm, Vermilion Prairie Place, 2nd Floor KIDS CONNECTION,9:30am, Public Library SENIOR’S & CASUAL CURLING, 1-3pm, Vermilion Curling Rink QUILTER’S GUILD, 4-10pm, School of Hope WALKING THROUGH GRIEF MEETING, 10am, Parkview Alliance Church 10 25 UKRAINIAN EGG PAINTING, 10am, J.R. 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available at: Competitive prices. Located on south side of Vermilion campus next to the Service Centre.

For more information call 780 853 8410 or email printing@lakelandcollege.ca

General Contractors Project Management

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VERMILION AND AREA HOME BUSINESSES N & J GARAGE DOORS Install/Service/Repair/Sales All Makes/Styles of Overhead Doors Framing and Custom Install 20 Years of Experience

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Vermilion Breeders Co-op

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KEN HARTWELL pH: 780-853-3318

Specializing in Livestock Hauling

Ernie Lessner

Rawlin’s Custom Tubgrinding

Financing Available for Bred Cows, Bred Cows with Calves at Side, and Bred Heifers

Rawlin James Box 164 Dewberry, AB T0B 1G0

Rick Rewuski Box 1265, Dewberry, AB T0B 1G0 Ph: (780) 847-4166 Fax: (780) 847-4944

Tin Roofing, Shingling, Siding, Soffet, Fascia Eavestroughing and Pole Buildings

Tel: 780-847-2405 / Cell: 780-205-1571

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Vermilion Septic Services Elaine Urwin, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

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AWNA BLANKET AND LOCAL CLASSIFIEDS Auctions COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 10th Annual Red Deer Collector Car Auction & Speed Show. March 11 - 13, 2016, Westerner Park. Special Guests: Dan & Laura Dotson - Storage Wars; “Horny” Mike - Counting Cars; Chris Jacobs - Overhaulin’. Consign today. 1-888-296-0528 ext. 103; egauctions.com. COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 6th Annual Edmonton Motor Show Collector Car Auction. April 8 - 10. Edmonton Expo Centre. Over 80,000 spectators. Over 85% sold last year. Consign today. 1-888-2960528 ext. 102; EGauctions.com. REACH OVER 1 Million Readers Weekly. Advertise Province Wide Classifieds. Only $269 + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call now for details 1-800-2826903 ext. 228; www.awna.com. UNRESERVED GUN & Sportsman Auction. March 12, 10 a.m. Firearms, ammo, taxidermy collection & more! 121 - 15 Ave. Hwy 14, Wainwright, Alberta. Scribner Auction, 780-842-5666; www.scribnernet. com. Business Opportunities CONTROL YOUR FINANCIAL future selling Watkins products. Watkins has provided stability & high income for its associates for over 145 years. Join for less than $50. 1-800-279-6104. Email: watkinse@ telusplanet.net. HIP OR KNEE Replacement? Restrictions in walking/dressing? $2,500 yearly tax credit. $40,000 in tax refunds. Disability Tax Credit. For Assistance: 1-844453-5372. NEW EXCITING mini VLT’s. Produce buckets of cash monthly. Attracts customers like money magnets. Locations provided. Ground floor opportunity. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www. tcvend.com. FREEDOM FOR SALE. Lease to buy. Nine hole executive golf course, serviced campground, family venture with 4 bedroom house. Turn key operation; www.rosebudgolfcourse.com; albert.nelson.clark@ gmail.com. 403-823-5877. GREAT CANADIAN Dollar Store franchise opportunities are available in your area. Explore your future with a dollar store leader. Call today 1-877-388-0123 ext. 229; www.dollarstores.com. Career Training

MEDICAL TRAINEES needed now! Hospitals & doctor’s offices need certified medical office & administrative staff! No experience needed! We can get you trained! Local job placement assistance available when training is completed. Call for program details! 1-888-627-0297. HEALTHCARE DOCUMENTATION Specialists are in huge demand. Employers want CanScribe graduates. A great work-from-home career! Train with Canada’s best-rated program. Enroll today; www. canscribe.com. 1-800-466-1535; info@canscribe. com.

Farm Pickup” Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-2505252. For Sale SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.com/400OT. 1-800-5666899 ext. 400OT. METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 32+ colours available at over 55 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888-263-8254. POLE BARNS, Shops, steel buildings metal clad or fabric clad. Complete supply and installation. Call John at 403-998-7907; jcameron@advancebuildings.com. REFORESTATION NURSERY SEEDLINGS of hardy trees, shrubs, & berries for shelterbelts or landscaping. Spruce & Pine from $0.99/tree. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or www.treetime.ca.

Employment Opportunities ASPHALT PAVING COMPANY long established in Edmonton requires Salesman, Foreman & Workers for work in the city. Must have extensive experience with all aspects of paving & equipment operation. 780-466-7763. JOURNALISTS, Graphic Artists, Marketing and more. Alberta’s weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. Free. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers. INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT SCHOOL. HandsOn Tasks. Start Weekly. GPS Training! Funding & Housing Available! Job Aid! Already a HEO? Get certification proof. Call 1-866-399-3853 or go to: iheschool.com. MEAT CUTTER. Experienced, full-time Super A Lumby, BC. Fax resume to 250-547-2028 or email: sheardown34@shaw.ca. Call Scott 250-547-2236. MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! In-demand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855-7683362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

Health CANADA BENEFIT GROUP - Do you or someone you know suffer from a disability? Get up to $40,000 from the Canadian Government. Toll free 1-888-5112250 or www.canadabenefit.ca/free-assessment. Manufactured Homes NO MATTER WHO you are, we have a home that fits your lifestyle at United Homes Canada. Over 40 years of experience in providing the best value in quality modular and manufactured housing. Call 1-800-461-7632 or visit www.unitedhomescanada. com to discover how we can help you find your new home. Real Estate 2237 +/- ACRES GRAZING LEASE near MacKay, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 27 in Edmonton. 375 AUMs, natural water throughout. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. 5 PARCELS OF FARMLAND near Altario, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 12 in Provost, Alberta. Fenced land, natural spring water. Contact Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; rbauction.com/realestate.

Equipment For Sale A-STEEL SHIPPING CONTAINERS. 20’, 40’ & 53’. 40’ insulated reefers/freezers. Modifications possible windows, doors, walls, as office, living work-shop, etc., 40’ flatrack/bridge. 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com. Feed and Seed HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On

VOICE CLASSIFIEDS AND CAREERS dog groomer DOG GROOMER- Does your dog need grooming? Your dog will receive a brush out, wash, dry and clip if needed. I will also do their glands and ears. Your dog will be handled with gentleness and kindness, my dogs can vouch for that. Prices will vary between $50 -$80 depending on size of your dog and condition of their coat. Call 780-744-2411. 5044- 52St. Islay, AB.

FARMERS MARKET Vermilion Farmers Market Located at 5108- 49th Ave. The Vermilion Elks Hall will re-open Tuesday March 15th, and runs from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. For more information call 780-853-4669

for sale FRANKLIN WOLTERS, BOOK in Paper back Now Out “Memories of life on Grizzly Bear Coulee.” Call Franklin for sale locations or book signing events 780853-7520. Give Away Do you have give aways? Until further notice The Vermilion Voice will run your ad for FREE. Call 780-8536305 or email vermilionvoice@gmail.com Livestock JUSTAMERE 21ST ANNUAL BULL SALE-Monday April 11th 1PM at the farm in Lloydminster. On Offer 55 Top Quality Angus Bulls. All Bulls will be semen tested and Ready to go. For more info call Jon at 306825-9702 or 780-808-6860. Services

Minco Gas Co-op is a member owned natural gas utility located in the Village of Innisfree. We are seeking the right individual to join our company as a FULL time employee.

CLOSING DATE: March 21, 2016 (Noon) 1. Gas Utility Operator 2. Serviceman/Woman

Preference will be given to individuals who have: Certification as a Gasfitter and or Gas utility operator. Must have computer skills in Microsoft word and excel. Possess a Class 5 driver’s license with a clean abstract. We offer a competitive salary, benefits and pension plan. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Please send resumes to: General Manager P.O. Box 190 Innisfree, Alberta T0B 2G0 Or e-mail resume to. minco@mcsnet.ca

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PASTURE & GRAZING LEASE near High Prairie, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 27 in Edmonton. 80 Acres Pasture & 2 Parcels Grazing Lease. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. SHOP & OFFICE COMPLEX - Millet, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, April 27 in Edmonton. 27,730+/- sq. ft. industrial shop & office complex - 40 +/- title acres. Jerry Hodge: 780-7066652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/ realestate. 17 QUARTERS OF FARMLAND near Brant, Alberta. Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers Unreserved Auction, March 24 in Lethbridge. Quality land, good perimeter fences, lots of water & surface lease revenue. Jerry Hodge: 780-706-6652; Broker: All West Realty Ltd.; rbauction.com/realestate. PASTURE & HAY LAND. 400 - 8000 acres year round water. Management available. Central Sask. Natural springs excellent water. Grazing available. Other small & large grain & pasture quarters. $150k $2.6m. Doug Rue 306-716-2671; saskfarms@shaw. ca.

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Claim all you can: An H&R Block survey by Leger revealed that the majority of parents were not planning to claim additional credits available to families. Only 35 percent of parents surveyed said they were claiming the Children’s Fitness Credit in 2013. And only 21 percent planned to claim the Children’s Arts Credit. In 2014 the fitness credit was increased from $500 to $1,000.

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PAINT WALLS AND REPLACE FLOORING @ East Central Alberta Catholic School Division – Board Office 1018 – 1st Ave Wainwright, Alberta Painting walls using a water-borne acrylic latex HP2000 or equivalent paint as well as repairing wall imperfections. Replace flooring with a durable resilient product that has a minimum of 15 years of commercial warranty and will withstand extensive wear of office chairs.

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First United Church Sunday, March 13 at 3 PM

CRIBBAGE DOUBLES TOURNAMENT March 10th at the Vermilion Seniors’ Centre

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In a discussion with a boss Surprise travel plans might fall or parent today, something in your lap today. Aren't you will surprise you. Hopefully, glad you keep a bag packed it's a pleasant surprise and by the door? Whatever that you will get praise or a happens, this will be an raise or a promotion. (Yeah!) interesting day because new ideas, unusual people and Whatever happens will likely broaden your horizons fresh situations will keep you and open something new on your toes. Expect to learn something unusual. Today for you in the future. turns your crank!

Keep your pockets open because gifts, goodies and favours from others will come your way today. This window of opportunity is brief - so if something happens - be prepared to act quickly or you will lose. Just snatch the stuff and say, "Thank you!" Then scram.

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Conversations with partners and close friends are fascinating today because people are full of great, original ideas! (You like this stuff.) Someone might introduce you to someone who is a real character. Stay light on your feet today so you can keep up with the quirky pace.

You might start a new job today; or something new and fresh might begin in your existing job. Others will find that their daily routine will change because of sudden detours, computer crashes, re-scheduled meetings and new staff. It's an unpredictable day!

This is the kind of day when love at first sight can occur. And it might. Eyes across a crowded room and all that. (Be still my beating heart.) Meanwhile, parents should be vigilant about their kids because it's an unpredictable day that is full of surprises, which could mean accidents.

Surprise company might knock on your door today. On the downside, small appliances might break down or minor breakages could occur. Groan. However, more likely, you will learn something new from a family member because something will change your home routine.

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This is a lovely day! Enjoy meeting new faces, see new places and discussing new ideas. The pace of your day will be fast and unpredictable but that will be its charm. Allow extra time so that you have wiggle room to cope with the unexpected.

Keep an eye on your money today because something unpredictable will impact your finances. You might find money; you might lose money. This same unpredictable quality can apply to your possessions. Therefore, guard them from theft or loss.

Today is full of new discoveries and new people, which in turn, create a general sense of excitement in your life. It's easy to take an original point of view on things, which is why you might tackle old problems and come up with a new solution. Be spontaneous!

Research might reveal something unusual today. For others, working behind the scenes, might generate surprising information, even gossip. Something unexpected will make you sit up and listen today - that's for sure. If you're looking for solutions to old problems keep at it because you might succeed.

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March 7, 2016 | The Vermilion Voice

Delayna Krips Submitted

On January 22 at 7 p.m. in the Ag Society Boardroom, Vermilion Sheep 4H Club held its’ monthly meeting and Communications Workshop lead by Ashley Bristow. She taught members how to build a speech, in comparison to a burger, and spoke on impromptus. Use who, what, where, when, why and how in order to reach the desired time. On February 19, the club held its monthly meeting and Judging Workshop. On February 26 members gathered at the Transfer Station to unload Electronics as part of their fundraising. Tire recycling to begin in April. The Club is trying to take a team to the Western Canadian Judging Competition on March 11 and have 2 spots available. Members that attended the “You be the Judge and NE Adventure Day” said there was lots to do and they had tons of fun judging, doing martial arts, as well as arts and crafts activities. Members were reminded to register for 4H District Curling being held in Vermilion on March 19. Spring Fling dates were given for Intermediate and Senior members. Provincial and Regional Scholarships are available online from March to May. February 21, Vermilion Sheep Club held their Public Speaking and Presentations Day. The day began with the Cleaver

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Kids doing the 4H Pledge. Congratulations to all participants throughout the day, and winners, great job by everyone! Winners were as follows: Public Speaking Junior 1st – Mia Westergaard, 2nd – Clay Corbiere Intermediate 1st – Delayna Krips, 2nd – Myranda Lawrence Senior: 1st – Travis Dow, 2nd – Ashely Corbiere Presentation Junior: 1st – Hunter Krips Intermediate 1st – Megan Krys, 2nd – Maranda Westergaard Senior: 1st – Courtney Corbiere, 2nd – Jess Verstappen On February 27, our sheep club also hosted Districts for Public Speaking! Congratulations to all participants and members who competed. Regionals are being held in Bonnyville on March 5 for members that move on. Thank you to all the parents, members and judges for their hard work in preparation, setting up and volunteering for both public speaking days. Without you, the days wouldn’t have gone as smooth. Also, thanks to the sponsors AltaLink and UFA. The next sheep club meeting is March 18 at 7 p.m. in the Ag Society Board Front Left, Clay Corbiere, Hunter Krips, Maranda Westergaard Room. The meeting will be followed by a Back left, Courtney Corbiere, Delayna Krips, Megan Krys, Ashley Corbiere, Myranda Lawrence, Travis Dow. Photo submitted Lambing 101 Workshop.

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Long time Oiler season ticket holder Russ Cameron was asked to attend a photo session to receive a signed Oilers jersey from alumni Doug Weight. They were treated to a first class time with Weight and attended an Oilers morning skate. Pictured, Doug Weight, Troy Cassie, Grady Cameron and Russ Cameron. Photo submitted

We are all winners when volunteers get together to run a family fun curling bonspiel to show our appreciation for the farmers and businesses in our area. This picture showing how two cornerstone businesses participate and make our community stronger, and have a bunch of fun doing it. The Vermilion Credit Union donated four travel bags which the Farmcurl committee used as one of the middle of the road prizes which was won by the Webb’s Machinery team. Winning members were Stan Tymchyshyn skip, Mike Symes third, Scott Webb second, & Russ Cameron lead. They would like to thank the Vermilion Ag Society for taking on this event. Photo submitted

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As a result of the hard work that students did in their reading, Mrs. McCullough held up her end of the bargain and let the students who met their reading goal, cut off chunks of her hair. Assisted by hairdresser, Melissa Cusack, each student took a snip. Lengths ranging from 10 to 12 inches were donated to the Cancer Society to make into wigs for children going through treatments. As an added bonus, our BTPS Board Trustee, Alice McLaughlin took the clippers to Mannville Credit Union bank manager, Mike Myhovich’s hair, while other teachers had their hair coloured with pink strips. The Kinderkids are officially penguin experts. With the help of their grade 5 Chromebook Buddies, they were able to research their favorite species of Penguin and learn about their habitats. The kinderkids were then challenged to build a habitat with a variety of materials to depict the type of area the penguin lives in - especially since many varieties live in tropical climates! Our grade 1’s celebrated 100th Day with

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Congratulations to the Sr. Boys Basketball team for winning the consolations side of the Vegreville Composite Tournament on Saturday, February 27. The boys lost their first game to St. Paul on Friday, 72-62. On Saturday morning they beat Beaverlodge in a tight game from the beginning 63-60. They ended the tournament defeating Ashmont 69-52. Both the Boys and Girls Sr. Basketball teams will be participating in Zones this weekend, March 11 and 12 competing for a spot at provincials. Zones for the boys will be in Marwayne and the girls travel to Glendon. Good luck! Congratulations to the grade 10 Leadership Class on an amazing job on their Winter Carnival. Everyone had a fabulous night playing the variety of games and winning cakes, stuffed animals, candy, and food items. The Fish Pond and Facing Painting were favourite booths for the young children. The Jr. and Sr. Hoop-la were also very busy throughout the evening. Thank you to everyone who donated prizes to the different booths. The Silent Auction had a wonderful variety of items to bid on and the Leadership Class would like to thank everyone who donated an item for

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The Vermilion Voice | March 7, 2016

a variety of games that involved counting 9 p.m. Please phone if you wish to have an be on Monday, March 21 at 7 p.m. to 100. They had a great day of counting, interview with one of your teachers. Glance Ahead: PAC Movie Night/VIBE graphing, building, painting and of course Our next Parent Advisory Meeting will Youth Night – March 18. too much fun! Grade 2’s completed their unit on data relationships and graphing. This month they will focus on numbers to 100. The grade 6’s have begun the Babysitters Course in their classroom with Mrs. Eli Myhovich leading the class. They are an eager group who are enjoying the course. They had a special group of little visitors in last week that taught them lots about babysitting! A special thank you to Sabrina Perron and Eli Myhovich for bringing in their children as part of the course. The students loved it! They also had Constable Mike Standcum come in to talk to the class about safety while babysitting. Thank you to taking the time to come into our classroom. This year we are offering a ski trip for all students in grades 5 – 12 to Table Mountain in North Battleford on Thursday, March 24. Deadline to get in your permission forms is Wednesday, March 9. Elementary Parent Teacher Interviews Mrs. Eli Myhovich teaches the Babysitter’s Course to grade 6 students at Mannville School. are on Thursday, March 17 from 4 p.m. to Photo Submitted by Susan Obrigewitch

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the auction. If you wanted to get away from the excitement you could visit the Tea Room for a sweet treat and a cup to tea. The money raised from the Carnival helps the grade 10 students attend the Alberta Leadership Conference held annually in May. St. Jerome’s will be holding its Kindergarten Registration Evening and Open House on Tuesday, March 8 at 7 p.m. All children five years of age by February 28, 2017 are able to register and a copy of their birth certificate must accompany the registration. If you would like further information please feel free to contact Mrs. Maughan or Mr. Chase at 853-5251. Jen and Dani from the Heart and Stroke Foundation were at St. Jerome’s on Wednesday, March 2 for the Kick-off to our annual Jump Rope for Heart Fundraiser. Along with six grade 5 volunteers the elementary students were entertained with some great skipping, and learned how eating healthy and doing 60-minutes of exercise every day will keep your heart strong and healthy. The students will be collecting pledges until April 13 and having a Jump Rope Event on Friday, April 15. Every noon hour the gym is full with students from grade 4-12 practicing for Gymnastics’ Day, which will take place in the afternoon of Thursday, March 24. Mark this date on your calendar.

S c h o o l R e m i n d e r s : Te a c h e r ’s Convention – March 10 & 11, Tuesday, March 15 – Penitential Service at the school at 12:45 p.m., Wednesday,

March 16 – Ski Trip Grade 7-12, Thursday, March 17 – St. Patrick’s Day –Wear Green, Friday, March 18 – Report Cards – Kindergarten – grade 5.

Grade 5 students with Dani from Heart and Stroke Foundation. Back row from left, Mary Ulrich, Dani (from Heart and Stroke), Dallyn Minish, Kasen Swanson Front row from left, Madison MacDonald, Reyne Hoare, Ryan Stepanick Photo submitted

J.R. Robson’s Drama Club bravely took on the challenge of improv during their experimental performance aptly called Shipwrecked said Drama instructor Ms. Ishaq. Improv is unscripted and is based upon reacting to another person or situation. “I noticed that a lot of our actors are really good at improv, so I thought let’s hone in on this skill.” Three teams performed, object and one liner’s, Shopping Channel, and painting a picture. Pictured are (L)Owen and Steve and (R)Victoria, Julie, with volunteers from the audience, who acted as their hands, during the Shopping Channel skit. Photo Shannon O’Connor

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3. Due to the tallness of the staff, they were victorious over the students in both games. Report cards went home with students on March 4. Teachers’ Convention will take place in Edmonton on March 10 and 11. On March 16 from 4:30-8:00, parents and teachers will have an opportunity to meet to discuss individual children’s progress. Our Celebration of Learning will take place on March 17 from 5:00-7:30. This is a come and go opportunity for families to visit our school and see the amazing things their children have been learning and participating in. Dates to Remember: March 10-11 – Teachers` Convention; March 14-23 – Sausage Sales; March 16 – Parent Teacher Interviews; March 17 – Celebration of Learning; March 17 – Wear Green Day; March 18 – Crazy Hair Day; March 21 – Centennial Collegiate Choir performs at 11:00; March 21 – PAC Meeting at 7:00; March 25-April 3 – Easter Break; April 4 – Back to School; April 6 – AR Assembly; April 7 – Jump Rope Day; April 8 – PL Day – No School; April 12-18 – Book Fair

The Grade 1 students had an incredibly fun day at the Vermilion Provincial Park on February 25. They snowshoed, tobogganed, cross country skied, and went on a nature walk. Thanks to Conservation Officer, Mr. Gary Walsh, for the wonderful and educating tour of our park. Some students even had the chance to see a mule deer. Mrs. Page taught the students so much about cross country skiing. They were getting to be pros on the trails. Thanks to the parents and grandparents who volunteered their time. The winter fun day was filled with amazing weather and tons of fun. February 26 was a professional learning day for teachers at VES. We discussed how to be more purpose driven, how to change our thoughts to change outcomes, and how to better reach every child in our classes. Grade 2 teachers presented an Fat Cat from the Vermilion Credit Union came to visit VES during their assembly. inquiry based project regarding collecting data. Administration displayed a project that had been assembled to present VES celebrations to BTPS senior administration. We were also given opportunities to collaboratively work with other teachers within our grade level or subject area. Fat Cat showed up at our assembly so that we could thank the Vermilion Credit Union for all their generous AR donations. Our total AR points to date are 14 555. Mrs. Webb informed us that we sold a total of 28 766 perogies, raising $4500 for our field trips. We appreciate all the families who sold perogies. The Johnson family (Mark, Grace, and Will), Jacob Pitt, and the Miller family (Brett and Brooke) were the top three sellers. The three Grade 4 classes presented a math and art project on symmetry. Science fair awards were handed out. 34 students received participation certificates and 43 students achieved merit, receiving a medal with their certificate. Mrs. Moses encouraged us to eat healthy by handing out a carrot to every person in the gym and then we took ‘the big crunch’ all together. The basketball club, under the direction of Mr. Beecroft, played against the staff during the noon recesses on March 1 and Student basketball club in two games over the lunch recesses on March 1 and 3. Photos submitted

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The Junior Boys 8/9 Basketball Team had a very successful season finishing the year with a record of 20-2. They began the season with two losing games and then proceeded to win 20 straight games! They also concluded the season by capturing both the Highway 16 Banner over Kitscoty 54-49 and the BTPS Banner over Wainwright 68-35. “We’ll be looking to repeat our success next season and we have a good bulk of players returning. This was a great team of hard working young men!” says coach and former Marauder, Shayne Sweeney. As for senior boys, they played basket-

JR Robson School News

ball in Cold Lake on Wednesday, March 2, and put up a respectable fight. Their next competition will be Zones, hosted at J. R. The Marauder majority spent a day at Table Mountain on Thursday, February 25. Mr. Woodward, Miss Chapman, Mrs. Scully, Mr. Weidner, Mr. Campbell, and Mrs. Archibald accompanied the 3 busloads of 150 students. After a day out in the warm sun heel-edging, toe-edging, pizza-slicing and slaloming, one broken arm, one concussion, and 2 visits to the Battlefords Union Hospital, everyone was back in Vermilion with grins and memories. Ninety grade 7 and 8 students accom-

Kayleigh Geall, Caylen Tiffinger, Grace Cleland in Grade 7 on ski trip at table Mountain.

panied Mr. Campbell to Laurier Lake for a day of ice fishing on Wednesday, March 3, 2016. With fishing gear, live bait, and their knowledge of setting lines, hooking bait, and catching perch, these Outdoor Education students spent the day out on the open lake on a mild, sunny winter day. Along with Miss Kluthe, Mr. Bates, several parents, and myself, everyone had an awesome day pulling perch and even a few jackfish out of Laurier Lake. If the excitement of fishing weren’t enough, Mr. Campbell ensured that there was a hotdog roast, juice, water, and cookies for all the students. Many thanks go to Mr. Campbell for doing some major organi-

zation and preparation for the trip, and to several parents who spent time to catch freshwater shrimp for live bait and for getting to the lake early that morning to drill holes for students. Dates to remember: Mar. 10 & 11: Teacher Convention (no school for students), Mar. 11 & 12: Senior boys basketball host Zones at J. R., Mar. 14: Boston & NYC Final trip meeting (6:30 pm) Mar. 21: P. A. C. meeting (7 pm), Mar. 22: parent-teacher interviews Pt.,Mar. 25 – Apr. 3: spring break, Mar. 26 – Apr. 1: Boston & NYC trip, Apr. 4: Report Card 3, Apr. 6: parent-teacher interviews Pt. 2, Apr. 8: PD Day (no school for students).

Jackson Livingstone, Braye Crowe, Jace Hughes, Azro Abuzukar, and Carson Livingstone breaking for lunch at on Laurier Lake with Mr. Campbell’s outdoor education class last week. Photos submitted

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Stray Bullet Strikes Rural Residence

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C o u n t y of Ver milion R i ve r, A l b e r t a On Februar y 20th Vermilion RCMP received a complaint of a bullet hole being located in a rural residence in the County of Vermilion River. Thankfully no one was hurt during the incident, which is believed to have occurred sometime in the previous month. The round was recovered and belonged to

Bullet Hole Damage Carrie Stark recently reported the incidence where a bullet entered her home. Stark, who lives 11 miles north of Vermilion, said that one of her children was the first to notice an unusual hole in the wall under the bed where they sometimes play. “After my husband checked he realized that it was a bullet hole. It was very scary, there could have been a terrible tragedy,” said Stark. “I will have to repair the damage myself because it would cost more to go through insurance.”Photos submitted

a.223 calibre rifle. It is believed that there was no intent for the round to hit the residence and was a result of a hunter failing to check his surroundings and know the backdrop beyond his shot. Hunters are being asked to use diligence while hunting and respect the residents in the area. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Vermilion RCMP at 780-853-4441 or Crime Stoppers at 780-421-1122 or on their website of http://www.crimestoppers.ab.ca.

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