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Lakeland College celebrated several great achievements for its 2017 interior design technology program on January 31 at the Vermilion campus. With the high-quality design students are producing in kitchens and baths; the program has earned Lakeland College the 2017 National Kitchen and Bath Association (NKBA) College of the Year. The program also received the NKBA Excellence in Education Award for the fifth consecutive year. Along with these achievements the class of 2017 had five students win the NKBA’s student design competition. This is the fourteenth year students from this program have achieved such honours and over that timeframe have received over $88,000 in scholarships. Speakers at the awards presentation included dean of the School of Trades and Technology Dave King, chair of Lakeland’s Board of Governors Darrel Howell, presi-

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dent and CEO of Lakeland College Alice Wainwright-Stewart, along with chair of the NKBA Prairie Provinces Chapter Patti Holmstrom, who presented the award to interior design technology co-program head Greg Plant and interior design technology co-program head Fiona McLeod. “2017 was quite the year for Lakeland College. Today I just want to take the time to celebrate this achievement. Winning College of the year is a big deal in our program and within North America,” said King. Howell addressed the students saying “leading and learning is something we really promote across Lakeland College and you guys are a great example of that. We are all extremely proud of you and want to thank you for your hard work.” Holmstrom of fered advice to the students telling them “to never stop learning. This is a life long journey. Always pursue excellence when it comes to your Interior design technology instructors from left Fiona McLeod, Rochelle Horne, and Greg Plant accept the National Kitchen and Bath Association College of the Year award. education.”

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Hundreds of people gathered at Uniquely U Styles to peruse over 4,000 new ladies wear items as they opened for business in Vermilion on February 1. The new store carries a selection of dressy, casual and leisurewear clothing in youth sizes - women’s 3X as well as accessories. They are expecting another 1,500 items to continue arriving daily including some footwear. Their current location is temporary but will remain in Craig’s Cornerstone; moving to another section of the building later this spring. “We look forward to serving every one of you in our new venture,” said manager, Linda Boychuk who was very enthusiastic. According to owner, Rita Elliot, the pair decided to open the store shortly

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after finding out there would be a need in Vermilion. They began buying within two weeks, and plan to keep affordable pricing for the products available which include updated fashions from London, Italy, and Greece. Elliot went on to say that half of the products in the new store are Canadian made and that they have selected brands their customers have come to love plus so many more. “We wanted to keep a full ladies wear option in the community. We have a passion for what we do. We would like to thank all of our supporters, as well as John and Doug Stewart. They have been fabulous to work with, and they even helped by greeting customers on our first day,” said Elliot. Overall patrons enjoyed refreshments and browsing the latest option to find From left, Uniquely U Styles manager Linda Boychuk, and Owner Rita Elliot upon opening in Vermilion on February 1. Photo Angela Mouly women’s trendy fashions in Vermilion.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 5, 2018

Empty Nesting Begins

Lorna Hamilton Editor

I spent this past weekend hunting for furniture and helping my son and his girlfriend move into their new apartment as they started the next chapter in their lives. While I am excited and happy for them, it does bring the a bit of the empty nest feeling. Luckily, I still have my daughter at home, but I know in a couple of years I will more than likely be facing her moving

out as well. I know it is time to let him spread his wings and fly and discover what it is like to be truly independent, we all need that in our lives, but I will miss him. I am going to miss the hurried good mornings as we are rushing out the door for work, I will miss him coming home after work, and I will miss his silly ways when he is acting foolish and I will even miss the times he frustrated me beyond belief. Honestly, I am going to miss everything about having him home. It ’s funny when they were lit tle I

remember wishing they would grow up so I could have more freedom, but now I sometimes wish they were little again so I could spend all my time cuddling them, and not having to worry about them moving away from me. It’s weird how our brain and emotions work; it plays tricks on you. LOL It wasn’t that long ago I had an acquaintance ask me if I was empty nesting yet and I my response was ”nope they are still at home.” Wow did that change fast! I knew it was on the horizon, but I didn’t think it was going to be quite this quick,

either way, it is something I now have to deal with, and I’m truly happy for them. When I sit and think about the good parts of this move it isn’t quite so bad. I will now be able to go and visit them, It will be nice to just sit and chat with them in their home, and I will get to see them grow into even more independent, responsible adults. A lesson learned though...never wish your little ones are grown; it happens in a blink of an eye! I wish them all the best in their future and new home.

Vermilion RCMP Still Seek Public Assistance Located Missing 70-Year-Old Male

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Innisfree, Alberta – Vermilion RCMP still seek public assistance in locating a missing 70-year-old male. Larry James Ramsay was reported missing on Jan.18, 2018. He was last seen on Dec.19, 2017. There is a general concern for his wellbeing and police advise he maybe confused if approached or spoken to. Larry is described as: • Mixed ethnicity

• 5’11” tall • 210 lbs. • Grey hair • Brown eyes Larry may have a small black and white dog (shitzu) with him and might be driving a maroon GMC Sierra pickup truck with gold trim, one black fender on the driver’s side. There may be a black checkered plate tool box in the back portion of the truck. The licence plate is Alberta plate BXP4500. Larry maybe travelling to the Quesnel

or Prince George area in British Columbia. Police are asking for your assistance. If you have information about Larry’s whereabouts, or see this vehicle, please call the Vermilion RCMP at 780-853-5781 or call your local police. If you want to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), by Internet at www.tipsubmit.com or by SMS (check your local Crime Stoppers www.crimestoppers.ab.ca for instructions).

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Mannville Chamber Struggling

Submitted The Mannville and District Chamber of Commerce is meeting February 12 at 7 p.m. in the conference room of the Mannville Recreation Centre. As with many rural Chambers, Mannville is struggling for new members/volunteers. Current president Kelly Dalton said, “I

don’t think we are the only Village struggling, without new members/volunteers community events are at risk of being cancelled.” Most of what the Mannville Chamber focuses their time on is community events like Canada Day, Fall Harvest Celebration and the Christmas Xstravaganza. Dalton

says these events are at risk of disappearing without new volunteer members. You do not have to be a business owner to become a member. Just a concerned area resident wanting to keep community events alive! The Mannville Chamber meets quarterly at lunch for a one-hour meeting. If you are interested in becom-

ing a member, please come to the Annual General Meeting on February 12 at 7 p.m. or contact Kelly Dalton at 780-787-0434. Currently, there are only about five to seven active members of Chamber, and it becomes increasingly difficult to host town events with that number of volunteers.

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Dawn Hames Columnist

Hygge is the secret of the happiest people in the world. It is a way of living that comes from Denmark, and is practiced in Nordic countries. Hygge is pronounced (hoo- gah). It is the art of creating sanctuary, enjoyment, communnitty and cosiness in everyday living. It has been a tool that the Norse have used for centuries to survive the many months of cold and increased darkness during the winter. Instead of becoming depressed with t h e l o n g d a r k w i n te r s , t h ey h ave become some of the happiest people on earth. Canadians also experience long, cold and dark winters. As I write this, the temperate dips to almost minus 30 and I have seen very little sunlight today. I could use a whole lot of Hygge. So as a Canadian, how d oes one create Hygge and bring more happi-

well, by making the interior environment and outside as inviting and cozy as possible. In restaurant and pubs, this would include burning candles or lighting lanterns, serving warm drinks, and decorating with natural materials that feel cozy. These wonderful hygge created environments are meant to be shared with friends or family to experience shared enjoyment. Happiness is increased when you keep in touch with these you care about, so there is a social aspect to Hygge. Hygge is all about creating and experience and feeling of coziness. Lighting candles for a simple evening meal will create hygge. It includes taking time to enjoy your coffee or tea, watching the sun rise or set, petting your dog and all manner of simple pleasures. Hygge is finding joy in everyday work. While the Nordic countries of N o r w a y, D e n m a r k , F i n l a n d a n d Iceland have earned top points on the United Nations Happiness score, we can be proud that Canada is right up there, although we have slipped a few

Let ’s just begin with that the perfect winter plan does exist in nature and is as common as an orange and green polka dotted dog dancing the “Schottiche” with a purple elephant. Last week within the space of a few hours was another reminder of the old, of t-repeated and occasionally misquoted military axiom that “no plan survives contact with the enemy.” The enemy, in this case, being again the timing of our capriciously pendulous weather this winter…the well planned (?) ice fishing trip went off the rails and into the ditch (not literally, thankfully) and was cancelled which put the field trip to Lake Wabamun on temporar y hiatus. An overnight dump of 22cm of snow, at least measured in our yard, put a white blanket on things 3” wide version and smothered it all just like that. I’m

sure I wasn’t the only one that spent enough snow to put down some trails more time with a snow shovel unbury- around through the trees of our yard, ing more square yardage than they the effort mortgage creating the trails cared to. still not finished on the usage installN o w t h e r e w a s s o m e i m m e d i - ment plan. I could not tell you if it was ate disappointment on the above - fate or focus but as I grew up the ski said cancellation, but thoughts were trails down in Vermilion Provincial quickly replaced with a contented Park c ame in to being and cross feeling that it was about time we got country skiing developed into a family some moisture for this spring as we pastime, with my siblings on those had ver y little snow cover accumu- tr a i l s wa s a l m o s t a we e k l y ac t i vlated to this point. Hard to shake all ity when we had snow. The kids are the dirt off those farming roots. almost getting old enough now that a It also opened the throttle a little pilgrimage back home to swing out to wider for the ‘get out and enjoy winter the end of Cathedral Loop is in order. outd o or s’ c rowd as it wasn’t lo ng My wife and I also lived for a while in before the sounds of snowmobiles the Gold Bar neighborhood in Edmonwere heard ringing across the land- ton which was only three blocks away scape. Unfortunately, with a repair to from the Goldbar and Capilano Park the tracks of the old John Deere 400 ski trails. With small kids at the time being necessar y to join in with the having the trails open at night with powdery festivities, my “ginging” time lights on was a bit of a revelation: will have to wait a little bit. get ting exercise skiing on a weekS o s w i t c h i n g t o W i n t e r P l a n B night?!? Wonderful. meant dragging out the family cross3” wide versionSo I guess what I’m suggesting here country skis again as there is finally is that your opportunities to beat those Februar y winter ‘blahs’ enjoying winter exercise are the out of your advertising dollars o u t t h er e ar o u n d

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positions in the last couple of years, down from number five in the world to number seven. Our loss in position is connected to the impact the low world oil prices has had on our nation, while nations like Norway, had government systems in place that prevents the typical boom and bust cycle that we typically experience. In several ways, we as Canadians alread y prac ti c e some as pe c ts of hygge, without even knowing it had a name. Coffee row is a popular practice, as is a cup of steaming tea. Our knitted sweaters, toques and scarves with all contribute to our coziness. A lot of socialization happens at the hockey and curling rinks. We love our simmering pots of stew or chilli on cold winter weekends. Winter weekdays after work will find many curled up in front of the TV watching their favourite program or hockey game. So light that candle for supper, make plans to see family and friends and cozy up everything you do with a smile of contentment and joy.

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ness into our life? It begins with lifestyle choices. Hygge consist of times spent both alone and with people that you enjoy being with. It can be as simple as wearing comfy clothing and cozy socks or slippers to snuggle under a warm throw, while reading a book or watching a favourite television show and enjoying a hot beverage. It includes the practice of lighting candles or lanterns to bring coziness to a room and enjoying mulled wine (called glogg) with friends. It is also the art of making home cooked meals, with the aroma of the meals wafting in the home, creating a cozy and homey experience. Enjoying nature is par t of hygge. This consists of bundling up and going outside for a walk to enjoy nature. Nature is also brought into the home by decorating with natural materials such as wood, fur or knitted throws, natur al m et al s, p l ant s, br an c h e s. Fresh flowers create hygge into the home by bringing nature indoors. Hygge is created in businesses as

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The Vermilion Voice | February 5, 2018

Legion Poppy Fund Supports Local Organizations

Shawna Chernichen Reporter

T h e Ve r m i l i o n R o y a l C a n a d i a n Legion president Garry Zayac along with poppy chairman Marcel Lefebvre presented a $5000 cheque to the Living Well Campaign on January 30. Volunteer chair Brenda Lee was at the

Legion to accept the generous donation. “We are so grateful to the Vermilion organizations and community for their support,” said Lee. The Legion also presented $2000 to Captain Richard Albert and Master Warren officer Brandon Giese of the

From Left, Garry Zayac, Brenda Lee, and Marcel Lefebvre during the cheque presentation at the Vermilion Royal Canadian Legion on January 30.

Vermilion Army Cadets on January 30 at the Armory. This is a yearly donation from the Legion to support various cadet activities through the year. “This year’s donation will be used towards a five-day canoe trip down the Red Deer River from Red Deer to Drumheller,” said Albert.

All of the funds donated come from the Legion’s Poppy Fund, comprised of donations from poppies and wreaths during the Poppy Campaign. “We are very thankful and appreciative of the generosity of Vermilion and district, communities, and businesses,” said Lefebvre.

From Left, Garry Zayac, Brandon Giese, Richard Albert, Marcel Lefebvre during the cheque presentation at the Armory on January 30. Photos Shawna Chernichen

Lloydminster MS Society Corporate Breakfast

Submitted Despite the extreme cold, the Lloydminster Chapter of the MS Society hosted their corporate breakfast to a crowd of approximately 60 people on Thursday, Februar y 1 at the Lloydminster Golf and Curling Centre. This breakfast was made possible by their sponsor Canadian Western Bank. Attendees included the Lloydminster RCMP, Britannia and Lloydminster Fire Departments, Dr. Richard Starke, M ayor Ger al d Aal b er s, C oun c ill or Diachuck and Councillor Baker, many

local businesses and representatives of past walk teams including people who live with the disease. Speakers included Valerie Borggard from Edmonton speaking on what The Knowledge Network is and a snapshot of what and how she and her team across Canada do to assist individuals with MS. Janelle Hutchinson who has MS, spoke about living with the disease, her walk team, and stories of their fundraising efforts. Sherrie Stevens who is from Integra

En g i n e e r i n g Lt d s p o ke a b o u t t h e Annual Pancake Breakfast they hold to fundraise for their Walk team and what benefits having the fundraiser and walk team has for their company. “ We have some new and exciting pieces to the 20th Anniversary Walk”, says Patty Milnthorp, Chapter Manager for the Lloydminster MS Society. “We will have a week of events, hosted by some of our walk teams, leading up to our walk day.” “Our pet-friendly event will have bandanas and dog treats as well as water in disposable water bowls at all the checkpoints for our furr y friends.” “The Kids Table will have

educational MS games for the kids as well as face painting and other fun activities.” Milnthorp adds, “Our other new features are the Silent Auction that will highlight donated work from local artists and a timeline of the past 20 years of past walks and research.” The 20th Anniversary Jayman BUILT MS Walk will be held May 5th, 2018 at Lakeland College Gym and Bud Miller Park. You can register by calling the MS Office at 780-871-0513 or register online at mswalks.ca. Register before Feb. 28 and your name will be entered for a chance to win a $500 WestJet Voucher.

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February 5, 2018 | The Vermilion Voice

Wellness Coalition Activities

Angela Mouly Reporter

The Vermilion Wellness Coalition hosted floor curling at the Senior’s Center and Family Swim at the Lakeland College Pool in Vermilion on January 31. With children having the day off of

school, families enjoyed the opportunity to get out of the house and keep active during the winter. Nineteen children and a few adults par ticipated in floor curling, where approximately ten seniors volunteered to assist in mentoring the children. “It was my first time, and it was fun,”

Children were excited to learn floor curling at the Senior’s Centre in Vermilion on January 31. Photo submitted

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seniors who came out. Overall I think it was a successful event,” said Cameron. Curtis Gorkoff of the Wellness Coalition organized the family swim which had approximately 100 people in attendance. Children were excited to be socializing with one another and having fun in the pool.

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The Vermilion Voice | February 5, 2018

Transplant Trot

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The 2018 Transplant Trot was held in Lloydminster at the Servus Sports Centre on January 27. The event began at 8:30 a.m. with participants picking up their race kits (including a Transplant Trot logo’d t-shirt, green awareness wristband, and Running Room race bib with tear-off name tag for the door prizes. Added members of the community TAMMY WOTTON-SCHREINER JASON SCHREINER

elected to register event day, giving a total of 155 registered participants! There were a few people missing due to the weather, but all in all a wonderful turnout. We began our program with, ‘Oh Canada’ (Kevin Nelson of Marwayne led the anthem), followed by greetings from City of Lloydminster Councillor Jonathan Torresan, and Lloydminster-Vermilion MLA Dr. Richard Starke. Canadian Transplant Association Region Coordinator, Donna Krilow-Lorenz, welcomed

and thanked everyone in attendance, and TROT medals were presented to the co-race director Faye Irvine and Host family mom Darlene MacDonald and Ceanna Moan. Then the RECOGNITION WALK took place which is the special and unique part of Lloydminster’s Transplant Trot where transplant recipients, living organ donors, and families of both living and deceased donors made one lap around the track to be recognized as special members of the event!

This was followed by registered runners having the track to themselves for approx 15 minutes, and then everyone else joined in! There were wonderful door prizes, posters along the track to read of success stories of donation/transplantation, and corporate sponsor banners hung around the track. The event was completed just before noon after everyone enjoying water, fruit and energy bars all morning. It was a great event! We hope to hold Transplant Trot again next year.

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Local Youth Dances Her Way To Gold

Shawna Chernichen Reporter

Fifteen-year-old Sidney-Kay Uden of Vermilion competed in the Western Canadian Winter Championship 2018 Feis Irish Festival in Calgary on January 27 - 28. Just returning to dance after suffering an ankle injury, Uden was able to bring home two gold, one

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Bull Market You’ll Need A Perscription To Buy Virtually Any Livestock Antibiotic

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Starting late in 2018, Health Canada is introducing a couple of important changes affecting the way animal antibiotic products can be accessed by producers. And having an established Veterinary-ClientPatient Relationship (VCPR) will be an important part of a smooth transition. The key point is, starting Dec. 1, 2018, all livestock producers will need a prescription from a licenced veterinarian, before they can buy a medically important antibiotic (MIA) for therapeutic use in livestock production. This applies to all beef cattle sectors using antibiotics — cow-calf operators, feedlots and feedmills (and really all sectors of animal agriculture including beef, dairy, hogs, sheep, horses, fish and even bees). The new policy doesn’t just apply to injectable products, but also includes some boluses and calf scour treatments, and Component and Compudose implants. At the same time, the new policy does not apply to certain antimicrobials such as the ionophores, which are not considered to be medically important in managing disease in humans. Prescription Needed A vet/client relationship: So what is a Veterinarian-Client-

Patient-Relationship (VCPR)? In most cases it isn’t a formal written agreement and in essence it is a relationship that develops between a veterinarian and a producer — the veterinarian knows the operator, visits the farm or ranch to get an understanding of the operation, sees how animals are cared for and is confident the producer will be responsible in following medical advice and properly use any products as directed. Establishing a VCPR starts with a producer contacting a veterinarian, sitting down to discuss their livestock operation and provide some record of animal health treatment protocols. Depending on the veterinarian policy it may or may not involve a farm visit. For example, the Alberta Veterinary Medical Assoc. has formalized five points, which constitutes a VCPR. Their requirements include: The veterinarian has assumed the responsibility for making clinical judgments regarding the health of the patient (livestock) and the client has agreed to follow the veterinarians’ instructions. The veterinarian has sufficient knowledge of the patient to initiate at least a general or preliminary diagnosis of the medical condition of the patient. This means that the veterinarian is personally acquainted with the keeping and care of

livestock by virtue of a timely examination of the herd or individual animals by the veterinarian, or medically appropriate and timely visits by the veterinarian to the farm or ranch. The veterinarian is readily available for follow-up evaluation or has arranged for the following: veterinary emergency coverage, and continuing care and treatment. The veterinarian provides oversight of treatment, compliance, and outcome. Patient records are maintained. A Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship exists when your veterinarian knows the livestock operation well enough to be able to diagnose and treat any medical conditions animals develop. The producer’s part of the VCPR is allowing the veterinarian to take responsibility for making clinical judgments about animal health, asking questions to make sure you understand, and following your veterinarian’s instructions. The veterinarian’s part of the VCPR involves making those judgments; accepting the responsibility for providing animals with medical care; keeping a written record of that medical care; advising you about the benefits and risks of different treatment options; providing oversight of treatment, compliance (your follow-through on their

recommendations) and outcome; and helping you know how to get emergency care for animals if the need should arise. Producers who are used to picking up a bottle of penicillin or tetracycline at their local farm supply store to treat common infections such as foot rot, pink eye or mastitis, will no longer be able to do so. Many of the antibiotics used for animals are already only available through prescription. However, some common products traditionally available without a prescription through farm and feed supply outlets will soon require a prescription. In the feedlot sector, commonly used in-feed products such as tylosin and tetracycline have been available without prescription. Starting December 1st a prescription will be needed for all these medically important antibiotic products. “ The new poli cy d eeming these products to have prescription status is happening at the federal level, but implementing the policy is provincial jurisdiction,” says Wendy Wilkins, a veterinarian with the livestock branch of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture. “Everyone will need a prescription, but where they take that prescription to be filled may vary from province to province.” Continued on page 11

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Bull Market Continued from page 10 For cow-calf producers in Alberta and Saskatchewan, for example, under the current legislation products will only be available from a veterinary clinic or licenced pharmacist. The final distribution system in Alberta is still being reviewed. Commercial feedmills will be able to manufacture and sell MIA in feed pursuant to a veterinary prescription under current provincial regulation in macro premix, micro premix, supplement or complete feed formulations— but again dispensing details still need to be worked out. If you have established the VCPR— that veterinary/client/patient relationship — with a licenced veterinarian, for example, a producer will be able to obtain a prescription for a given amount of product for perhaps a full year (depending on the circumstance) enabling them to buy it as needed and for use according to advice of the veterinarian. For example, a cow-calf producer in consultation with their veterinarian can determine, based on their records and herd history, they will likely need X-number of bottles of tetracycline (like Liquamycin or Bio-mycin) to treat pinkeye, or X-number of bottles of Nuflor to treat footrot — throughout the year. A prescription can be written to cover that estimated need and then the producer can buy medication as needed up to the estimated amount, or up to the expiry date of the prescription. Producers who already have a veterinary/client rela-

tionship likely won’t see any change in normal practices. “I believe this is good legislation and the right thing to do for any industry that produces food,” says Craig Dorin, a veterinarian with Veterinary Animal Health Services (VAHS) in Airdrie, just north of Calgary. “It is important that antibiotics used in food animals have an appropriate level of regulation.” Addressing the AMR Issue The underlying issue that has brought about these Health Canada changes is the increasing concern in recent years about development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR) in bacteria in animals as well as in humans. Anyone who has grown annual crops in the past 25 years is well aware of efforts to prevent and reduce development of herbicide resistance in weeds. Well, it is a very similar issue at play when it comes to the use of antibiotics used in animal agriculture — a concern over AMR. Research indicates that AMR is developing in beef cattle; some antimicrobials used on the farm or in the feedlot are not working as well as they once did. Antimicrobial resistance is also developing in human patients, though there is no compelling evidence that antimicrobial use in Canadian livestock production is contributing to AMR in human medicine. Keith Lehman, chief provincial veterinarian with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, has seen reports that as many as 23,000 U.S. residents die annually due to issues related to antimicrobial

resistance to drugs. Between the U.S. and the U.K. the figures are something like 50,000 people dying annually and while he says computer models aren’t perfect it’s projected by 2050 as many as 10 million people globally could die from issues related to antimicrobial resistance. Determining the cause or what has led to AMR in humans is a complex issue — the point is that AMR is a reality. To better manage antimicrobial use and hopefully even reduce the amount of antibiotics used in animal agriculture (food-animal production) with the aim of reducing or slowing the development of AMR in animal pathogens. With a complexity of factors contributing to AMR, the new policies will demonstrate the proper stewardship of the agriculture industry in being responsible in the proper use of antibiotics — showing that products are only used when needed, at the appropriate dose and within the recognized withdrawal times. It will help stem a growing public perception that the livestock industry casually uses high rates of antibiotics without regard for animal, environmental or human health conditions. “It’s really about bringing the livestock industry in line with the way antibiotics are handled on the human health side,” says Lehman. “You need a prescription.” Industry Stewardship The change in legislation isn’t about bringing more business to the veteri-

narian’s door and creating more hoops for producers. It’s about demonstrating proper management and control of these medicines for the sake of both animal and human health. Murray Jelinski, a professor in large animal clinical sciences at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in Saskatoon, SK says no one should be surprised these changes are coming. “Whether anyone thinks it is a good or bad move is really irrelevant,” says Jelinski. “ Europe, for example, is already ahead of Canada in this regard, and other countries around the world are moving in this direction — this is really a global movement hence it is incumbent upon Canada to do its part. “Personally, I think it is good policy,” he says. “Many producers will be fine with it. Some will be cynical and see it as a vet grab to create a monopoly in the market. However competition will still remain within the marketplace. Ultimately, these changes reflect where the world is headed with respect to the prudent use of antimicrobials whether they be in humans or animals.” J e l i n s k i n o te s t h at s o m e h ave described the increasing rates of antimicrobial resistance (to currently used medicines) as “one of humanit y’s greatest concerns”. Particularly on the human health side, as the so-called “superbugs” develop there are a limited number of options in the medical toolbox to control them. Continued on page 12

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Bull Market Continued from page 11 He also points to the movement or interest in the “One Health” concept — The One Health concept recognizes that the health of people is connected to the health of animals and the environment. “While there can be considerable debate about the connection of antibiotic use in livestock and the effect it has on antimicrobial resistance in human medicine it is really a moot point,” says Jelinski. “The livestock industry needs to demonstrate its commitment to being part of the solu-

tion.” Some Policy Details Getting back to the policy changes — all producers will need to establish the vet-client (VCPR) relationship before they can obtain a prescription for a medically important antibiotic. And each provincial jurisdiction will decide on the dispensing system. Dorin, with VAHS in Airdrie says most of the details for cow-calf producers in Alberta have been sorted out. On the feedlot side, manufacturers will be able to

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sell MIA to commercial feedmills that will then be able to mix them into feed and sell to a feedlot pursuant to a veterinary prescription. On-farm feed mixers, with a prescription, can buy micro and macro premixes, supplements and complete feed from a commercial feedmill or from a licensed veterinarian or pharmacist under current regulation. Some of the common feedlot products covered by the new feed policy include tetracyclines such as chlortetracyclines and oxytetracylines, — and tylosin products. These are broad-spectrum antibiotics that are formulated in supplements at the feedmill and then included in feedlot rations. Some feedlots have the technology to allow them to purchase the antibiotics in the raw form and formulate them into the ration in their mill system. “A prescription will still be needed, but there is still ongoing discussion of how or who will actually be dispensing the products,” says Dorin. “The details have yet to be worked out.” Import Antibiotics Covered Too A couple other changes included in Health Canada regulations include new restrictions on importing antibiotics manufactured outside of Canada. This change actually came into effect Nov. 13, 2017. It’s already in place. The new regulations cover what’s known as own use importation (OUI) products. Livestock producers have been able to import antibiotics and other animal health products manufactured outside of Canada. As of Nov. 13, 2017, producers

can no longer import medically important antibiotic products — that means no antibiotics can be imported by producers themselves, and producers will need a prescription to access those products in Canada. The regulations do allow for producer access to a range of veterinary drugs listed on Health Canada’s List B, which can still be imported by producers themselves for their own use, but not sold. This includes pour-on endectocides and growth implants such as Cydectin, Ivomec , Ralgro and Synovex to name a few. They must be finished products in commercial form, with proper packaging and registered for use in Canada. In preparing for the coming changes in policy Canadian drug manufacturers voluntarily agreed to withdraw growth promotion claims for the MIA. New labelling will include the prescription symbol and no growth promotion claims to meet the December 1st timeframe for change. “Overall the new regulations and policies align Canada with that of other developed countries around the world use of antimicrobials,” says Jean Szkotnicki, president at the Canadian Animal Health Institute. “What we are seeing is a global thrust toward the responsible use of antimicrobial products.” She says the growing awareness of using products responsibly has just in the past year already resulted in an 11 per cent reduction in the use of antibiotic products in Canada. There has been a similar 17 per cent decline in the U.S. Continued on page 13

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Bull Market Continued from page 12 Producers will need a plan As the new prescription policy comes into effect it is important to get the word out to producers, says Karin Schmid, beef production specialist with Alberta Beef Producers. “It is important for producers to plan accordingly,” says Schmid. “Producers will need to establish the veterinary-clientpatient relationship in order to obtain a prescription and maintain timely access to treatment of their animals.” It is all part of having the veterinarian involved in herd health planning, she says. “Producers can talk to their veterinarian, explain some of the common herd health challenges they may encounter. Perhaps pink eye is a common problem at certain times of the year or in certain pastures, for example — so as part of the herd health plan you can anticipate some

of those needs and have the prescriptions and medications in place so they are on hand when you need them. I am not sure how many producers are aware of the new policy and its implications of needing to have a relationship with a veterinarian to be able to access these medically important antibiotics.” Having a VCPR and prescription in place are key elements in being prepared. If a producer discovers on a Saturday afternoon a case of pink eye in an animal that needs to be treated, for example, they won’t have the option to run to a local farm supply outlet and pick up a bottle of penicillin. It also means, without a VCPR and prescription in place, a producer can’t just stop in at a veterinary clinic and pick up an antibiotic from staff if there is no veterinarian on duty. In Saskatchewan, Wendy Wilkins says a major part of her job as a veterinarian

over the coming months will be to explain the regulations and changes to producers. She says it will be important to explain the changes to all sectors of food-animal production. While beef, dairy, poultry, swine, horse owners and sheep producers are among the most obvious livestock sectors, she recently fielded questions about fish and also from beekeepers. “So there may be other smaller sectors that need to be informed that we haven’t even thought about,” she says. “For many of the larger and commercial

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Spreading Kindness On Your Streets

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ROSE BLAIR It is with sadness the family of Rose Blair announce her peaceful passing on January 14, 2018 at the age of 96 years. Rose’s memory will live on in the hearts of her daughters, her many grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and their families. She is survived by five daughters: Mary Swyripa, Betty Bowman, Sheila Blair, Linda Springstead and Shelley Blair-Williams (Ben). She is also survived by her brother Fred Beek (Edith), one sister Louisa Tverdeay, her sister-in-law Ruby Wynne and numerous nieces and nephews. Rose was predeceased in 1999 by Wray, her husband of 60 years, by her parents Frederick and Marie, and 10 brothers and sisters. Cremation has taken place and a family grave-side ceremony will be held to lay Rose to rest. A family celebration of Rose’s life will be held at a later date. Donations in Rose’s memory will gratefully be accepted by the Kitscoty Cemetery or Friends of the Vermilion Health Centre. The family of Rose Blair would like to extend a heartfelt Thank you to Dr. Maulud, the care team at the Vermilion Health Centre, as well as the staff at Crossroads Funeral Chapel. Your professionalism, compassion, and guidance during this time will never be forgotten.

Pink Shirt Day is February 28 this year. Many of us take time during the day to reflect on what that Pink Shirt campaign means to us – what does kindness mean to us. How does kindness affect our relationships, our community we live in, our family, our workplace or classroom? What would your thoughts reveal? Kindness is a powerful force. It can create meaningful connections between people. The essence of kindness is not only seeing and appreciating others, but it is appreciating others as human beings – we see others as equals. This can create a community where there is less of a ‘them versus us’ but rather a building of a stronger society where we become more concerned about our humanity rather than ourselves. There are many oppor tunities to practice kindness ever y day, and it does not need to cost you, the giver,

any extra time or money. It can be as easy as asking someone how their day was, to leaving a note on a co-worker or teachers desk wishing them a fantastic day. While the clerk is ringing your purchases through, ask them how their day was. Bake cookies and bring them to work to share with your co-workers. Kindness is taking time to be with other people, even when they are busy. Complimenting someone or picking up trash off the sidewalk. Kindness is sharing yourself with other people. It does not cost a thing. We all have it – it is our gift to give. Perhaps the most wonderful thing about kindness is that it is contagious. When we receive an act of kindness from someone, we do want to pay it forward. An act of kindness is not just beneficial to the recipient but for the entire community. Kindness makes the world a better place. There are also benefits for kindness to you as a giver. When you do an act of kindness, your brain releases dopamine, which makes

you feel happier and more energized. So on those days when you are feeling tired or drained, do an act of kindness – you will feel more recharged. During Pink Shirt Day on February 28 instead of focusing on bullying and intolerance, we challenge everyone to focus on showing kindness to another individual. We can change our world through simple acts of kindness. How can I make someone else’s day better? In return, we will find that our day will improve! VIBE is one of 37 locally planned, coordinated and implemented MHCB programs that operate across the province. The MHCB initiative is funded by Alberta Health and led by Alberta Health Services (AHS) Provincial Addiction and Mental Health. If you would like further information on this topic or other wellness related topics, please contact your VIBE Wellness Coach or the Program Coordinator Pat Calyniuk at 780-853-3718 or pat.calyniuk@btps. ca.

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Teachers from the Buffalo Trails Buffalo Schools Division enjoyed a TES (Teacher Effectiveness Support) Team Day at Vermilion Elementary and J.R. Robson Schools in Vermilion on February 2. Throughout the day, teachers gathered to collaborate with fellow instructors of the same grades, discussing what practices worked the best for them. Teachers from all levels aimed to meet the needs of all students. According to Kym Person, a teacher at Marwayne Jubilee, her group continued a plan for guided reading and began a plan for guided math. “Our group was very unique because we go through split grades. Being rural, we don’t often have the same opportuni- From left, Phyllis Tompkins and Kym Person at the Vermilion Elementary School’s TES ties that city teachers would have to get Team Day on February 2. Photo Angela Mouly

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Resident Office Assistant Alumni Student Assistant Student Field Technician - 40 hours per week Print/Mail Summer Assistant Student Painter/Maintenance Worker (4 appointments) - 40 hours per week Residence Student Caretaker (10 appointments) - 40 hours per week Student Computer Technician Human Resources Summer Assistant Grounds Summer Student (5 appointments) - 40 hours per week Farm Summer Student (3 appointments) - 40 hours per week Financial Services Summer Student Bookstore Summer Clerk Marketing & Recruitment Assistant

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Lloydminster Campus If you’re great with kids, and are looking for a rewarding career that allows you to work from the comfort of your home, become a provider for the Vermilion Family Day Home Program. You’ll meet new people in your community, enjoy free educational workshops and earn monthly bonuses, all while providing quality childcare for the children and families of Vermilion and area.

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Competitions will remain open until suitable applicants are found.

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Whether you want to work full time, part time, or on a casual basis, the Vermilion Family Day Home Program is ready to work with you.

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Daily Sudoku: Sun 4-Feb-2018

LIBRA

Residential moves will be favorable. Don't lend or borrow. Don't hesitate to present your unique ideas.

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You might be overly emotional when dealing with your partner. Do the necessary chores and then do things that please you. Your leadership qualities will come in handy.

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SCHOOL NEWS Margaret McCormack Submitted

Elementary Happigrams was hosted by Ms. Svenguarrd’s grade 2/3 class on Tuesday, January 30. Students, staff and family members were entertained by the students who performed the poem, “Together We are Canada” and sang the beautiful song, “My Lighthouse.” The students generously shared their talents with us with their clear, wonderful voices. Well done, Grade 2/3! Congratulations to all of our January Happigram winners for their hard work, compassion that they show others, and for the growth, they have made in their academics. Congratulations to the Jr. High Boys for the successful weekend they had at the Holy Rosary Tournament in Lloydminster on January 26/27. They saw some tough competition throughout the tournament but persevered and brought home the Consolation Championships Trophy. The Jr. Girls also attended the Holy Rosary tournament. They played with great determination and had lots of success throughout their games working hard and gaining court experi-

Susan Obrigewitch Submitted

Our Kinderkids are doing a physical literacy program weekly in the gym with the guidance of the physiotherapist department from the Health Unit. This program works on the basic development of movement skills needed for future sports such as running, jumping, throwing, balancing, etc. The Grade 1 students are continuing to learn about what it means to be a good citizen. This includes making good decisions, working and playing cooperatively, and showing respect for others and their belongings. The Grade 2 class are continuing to work on their unit on Magnets for the month of January. Grade 3 started the novel study called “Sarah, Plain and Tall. In this book, a mail order bride from Maine travels to

Karen King Submitted

Earlier this year the Red K nights M otorcycle Club donated $2100 to BTPS to support breakfast programs in schools. The Board of Trustees decided to divide the funds into four parcels of $525 each and sent out a request for proposals to schools. At the recent board meeting, the trustees spent time reviewing the ten proposals submitted and chose Vermilion Elementary School as one of the four schools to receive this money. We thank the Red Knights Motorcycle Club and BTPS for their generosity. We currently have a new traveling art exhibit displayed in VES entitled Woodlands. Utilizing paint, natural materials and seed beads, the works featured in this exhibit celebrate the wonder of Alberta’s boreal forest and the remarkable perspective, sense of place and cultural practices of contemporar y Indigenous artists. There is a multitude of animal acrylic paintings, some caribou and moose hair tufting/beadwork, quillwork on birch bark baskets, embroidered and beaded wallets, moccasins, mukluks, gauntlets, gloves and pipe bag, as well as birch bark biting. Please stop by and have a look.

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ence during the weekend. The Sr. High Spartan teams have taken a break during exam time and will be attending tournaments throughout the month of February preparing them to represent our school at zones and provincials. Good luck to all of our basketball teams as they continue their seasons. The school staff attended a terrific Professional Development Day in Wainwright on Friday, February 2. The day had a variety of interesting and informative sessions. Participants were able to attend two sessions during the day, choosing from academic focused, mathematics, language, English as a Second Language, student focused, motivation, management, and learning through play. The day was very beneficial and a big thank you to the organizing committee for a job well done. We have a very busy February. Semester two begins for the high school students, so they began new classes on Monday, February 5. The elementary students will be participating in Farm Safety presentations this week. Make sure to wear your favorite pajamas on Tuesday, February 13 and we will be treated to a fabulous

pancake breakfast as we recognize Shrove Tuesday. February 14th is Ash Wednesday, Valentine’s Day, and Formal Day. Make sure you dress up for the day and we will be attending church for the Ash Wednesday service at 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 16th is the 100th Day of School, which is always a big day in the grade one room as students bring in their 100th Day Projects.

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the Prairies to hopefully become a wife and also a mother to two young children. In addition, they will be focusing on the rules of capitalization in writing. The Grade 4 class have explored lessons on passwords and what is considered a strong password, and are working on their digital citizenship pledge. G r a d e 5 r e p o r t e r s , J oz l y n a n d Jasmine, say that in math this month they have been doing lots of multiplication, like modeling multiplication. Modeling multiplication is when you use arrays and lattice multiplication. Next month they will be working on division and fractions. They also want to remind students to log onto Mathletics, a great way to practice basic facts. Our Grade 6 class are participating in the Babysitter’s Course offered by MMIFCSS. Presenters have included Constable Rose and Fire Chief Des Shubert.

We are very excited to be hosting a Retreat Day on Monday, February 11. The seven-member Pure Witness Ministry team from Saskatoon will be joining us for the day to lead our middle level and high school students through half-day retreats. Through uplifting music, fun games, inspiring testimonies and funny skits these young missionaries will revive hope in our hearts.

The Biology 20 class completed their course by dissecting fetal pigs. They worked through a guided dissection in order to identify various anatomical structures and body systems. They could then compare and relate their observations

to the human anatomy. Once completed the students were then able to do some exploratory surgery. Upcoming Dates: Winter Walk Day and Secondary Report Cards – February 5.

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Vermilion Elementary School News Breakfast is served at VES every morning. All students have the option to eat it if they choose. VES staff take turns working in the kitchen to make sure that all kids have a full stomach before school starts. We thank the community for all the food and monetary donations so that we can make this happen. The VES teaching staff were involved in a Professional Learning Day on January 31. We analyzed DIBELS testing in grade groups. Kevin John was present to discuss Reconciliation and the impact it had on him and his family. As well, Mrs. Myshaniuk and Mr. Harvey made a Formative Assessment presentation. February 1 was a day for teachers to prepare for the second half of the year. On February 2, teaching staff from around BTPS gathered at VES for the last of three TES (Teacher Effectiveness Support) Team Days. Teachers worked with other same-grade teachers to put the finishing touches on projects that had been started on the first TES Team Day in August. Winter Walk Day at VES will be on February 12. At 1:10 we will head outside to walk around the perimeter of the school until 1:50. Walking is the simplest form of exercise and helps get kids those 60 minutes of physical

daily activity they need. It’s also a great cure for those winter blues and helps students concentrate better in class. Come join us for some great physical activity and loads of fun. Dates to Remember: Jan. 24-Feb. 21 - Art Exhibit in VES Hallway; Feb. 6 – Assembly at 10:45; Feb. 9 – Science

Fair from 12:00-2:00; Feb. 16 – Hot Dog Sale; Feb. 21 – Celebration of Learning from 5:00-7:30; Feb. 22 – Purple Pinkie Day; Feb. 23 – PD Day - No School; Feb. 26 – School Council Meeting at 7:00; Feb. 28 – Pink Shirt Day; Mar. 7 – Assembly at 10:45; Mar. 8 and 9 – Teachers’ Convention – No School

Basketball Club members having a scrimmage under the guidance of Mr. Beecroft and Mrs. Seymour. Photo submitted

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Weddings On The Border Wedding Show February 10th

Submitted Weddings on the Border has showcased the best of what Lloydminster’s wedding industry has to offer for the past 11 years, and 2018 will again bring new features and ideas to border city area couples. Brides and grooms, get ready: Weddings on the Border is back on February 10! With 74 exhibitor spaces and a main stage in the Alberta Building at the Lloydminster Exhibition Grounds, Exquisite Fashions & Bridals offering cash-and-carry gown sales up to 80 per cent off, a special learning session with the show organizers, a grand finale bride and groom fashion show, and over $10,000 in grand prizes, the 2018 wedding show is one that brides-and-

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grooms-to-be from across the Lakeland and Midwest regions won’t want to miss! “We always try to bring something new and exciting to the Lloydminster wedding market,” said Jennifer Jacula, co-organizer of Weddings on the Border and owner of Jennifer Jacula Photography. “We have an awesome bride and groom fashion show planned this year with live entertainment from Lloydminster’s own Jordyn Pollard as well as some additional surprise entertainment, and we are hoping that brides, grooms and guests will make a day of it!” said Jacula. Some of the show’s features include a swag bag for each couple, a cash bar, red carpet selfie wall, a 1:00. Savvy Bride Session, and the hottest trends in décor from great local companies, including show co-organizer Kaylie Franklin, owner of Happily Ever After Event Planning & Décor, whose one-of-a-kind designs can be seen throughout the building. “We are pretty excited about this year’s 1:00 Savvy Bride Session. Between Kaylie and I, we have over 25 years of experience in the wedding industry, and we will take couples through their entire day and show them ways they can not only save some

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money, but be creative and show their personality in their wedding day. 2018 is the year we break all the rules, and I think we will see this year’s weddings really reflect that,” said Jacula. Brides and grooms will get a chance to win an array of impressive grand prizes including $1,000 in cash from Weddings on the Border, a $4,500 photography package from Max Photography, a $1,050 cake prize from Cute & Classy Cakes, a $575 DJ package from Sundown Sound, a $500 venue rental from Rolling Green Fairways, a $500 limo package from Black Magic Limo Service, $500 towards a dress from Exquisite Fashions & Bridal, a $500 venue rental from the Lloydminster Exhibition, a $500 catering package from Haute Cuisine Catering, a $500 decorating package from Joyous Occasions Décor & More, and a Kate Spade watch from Richardson’s Jewellery. Couples must attend the event to be entered to win, and the bride and the groom will each receive a ballot to enter. “In the past, we have only given a grand prize ballot to the bride. This year, we’re going to even the score and give the bride and the groom each a ballot – so bring your fiancé and double your chances of winning our grand prizes! Check our website, face-

book page, twitter or Instagram account for more prize details,” said Jacula, who added that behind-the-scenes photos leading up to the show are posted on the show’s Instagram account, @weddingsontheborder. “Grooms will be able to have some fun at the show, too. One lucky guy who sticks around for the fashion show will win a Growler with a gift certificate for a free fill from 4th Meridian Brewing Company, and guys can swing by the Cliff Rose for Clothes booth to check out the latest tuxedo and suit trends and talk about their wedding style needs. Chat with Nicole at the Lloyd Wine Outfitters booth about brewing up some custom wine for your wedding, and enjoy the catering samples from the Lloyd Ex and Rolling Green Fairways. We have Bodacious Bustlines back again this year, and they usually bring a great selection of Saxx boxers for the guys, which are probably the most popular undergarments out there for men right now. We also have Rick and Kathy with Black Magic Limo Service bringing their International MXT limo right into the Alberta Building that we think everyone will enjoy checking out, and we will have a variety of beverages at our cash bar for everyone to enjoy, including local Continued on page 19

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Continued from page 18 beer on tap from 4th Meridian and a selection of cocktails and wine. There will be something for everyone at the show this year,” said Franklin. Weddings on the Border has worked with a variety of local charitable and non-profit organizations in the past, and this year’s non-profit of choice is the Marwayne 4-H Club. The Club will be running a coat check by donation. “4-H is an organization near and dear to Kaylie and I. We’re both 4-H parents, and I’ve been a leader for going on four years now and I am an Alumni. Kids really benefit from what 4-H has to offer: communications, leadership, community involvement, and dedication to their project,

their club, and their country. Be sure to say hi to the Marwayne 4-H kids and parents when you check in to the show!” said Jacula. The February 10, 2018 tradeshow runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Alberta Building at the Lloydminster Exhibition. The tradeshow closes at 6 p.m., when the big finale of the show, the bride and groom fashion show, begins. The fashion show is sponsored by Exquisite Fashions & Bridal, Cliff Rose for Clothes, Maz Entertainment, and Stephen Raye Designers & Hairstylists, with live entertainment from Jordyn Pollard. Grand prize draw announcements will follow the fashion show. “We have really stepped it up for our

2018 show, and I think our guests are going to love experiencing the results of all of our hard work,” said Jacula. Brides can listen to Real Country 95.9 and WayneFM the week before the show for a chance to win complimentary tickets to the show. Tickets are $10 at the door and children 10 and under are free. One person from each couple is encouraged to pre-register at www.weddingsontheborder.com. Pre-registration is open until 6 p.m. on February 8th, but couples will also be able to register at the door on February 10. The show is open to the public, and everyone is invited to attend. Contact: Jennifer Jacula, (780) 741-2179 wotb@mcsnet.ca

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Bride’s name: Larissa Bobryk Groom’s name: Derek Urzada Date married: July 22/2017 Location of wedding: Vermilion, AB Place of residence: Jennifer & Clint Howard residence Brides Parents: Lena Bobryk, Jake Bobryk Groom’s Parents: Shari Urzada, Bill Urzada

Bride’s name: Lea-Anne Naphan Groom’s name: Caleb Fraser Date married: May 6, 2017 Location of wedding: Vermilion, AB Place of residence: Vermilion, AB Brides Parents: Marva and Craig Devlin, Jeﬀ Naphan Groom’s Parents: Theresa and Denis Fraser

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(Pictured) Dylan Yungblut and Stuart Kunaman of the Vermilion Rock attempt to steal the puck from the Kitscoty Monarchs. The Vermilion Rock played their third consolation playoff game against the Kitscoty Monarchs in Vermilion on February 2. With the regular season concluding on January 20 the Vermilion Rock has been playing in a best three out of five consolation playoff series. The final score was Rock 7 and Monarchs 4 earning the team a win. Photo Shawna Chernichen

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The Vermilion Jr. B. Tigers are heading into the end of their regular season and as of February 2, were sitting in 8th place in the North Eastern Alberta Jr. B Hockey League. They are 3 points away from 7th place and 6 points away from 6th place. On January 3, the Tigers played the Wainwright Bisons (currently ranked 1st place), and fell short 6 -1. Coach, Ryan Earl felt the outcome was affected by their 32 penalty infraction minutes, but goalie, Tanner Throndson made 41 saves while Wainwright only saved 21. Scoring for Vermilion was Lucas Dennill. On February 2, Vermilion travelled to St. Paul where they expected a hard

fought game rivalling a team just down the road. On February 3, they hosted Onion Lake. “With five games left we’re looking for a big finish in regular season. Our Final four games will be played at home,” said Coach Ryan Earl prior to their game on February 2. The February 2, game against St. Paul resulted in a 4 - 0 loss, but the Febrary 3 game against Onion Lake resulted in a 7 - 2 win for Vermilion. Following the regular season, the top eight teams in their league will head into provincials. Upcoming home games for the Jr. B. Tigers will include February 7 against Frog Lake, February 9 against Lac La Biche, and February 10 against Vegreville; all at 8 p.m.

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