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Left: Adrian LaChance, founder of Running Thunder Dancers, at St. Jerome’s School in Vermilion on May 10. Middle: A tipi set up at St. Jerome’s School on May 10. Right: Emry John, who provided jingle dress teaching to elementary students at St. Jerome’s School on May 10. Photos Angela Mouly

Angela Mouly Reporter

St. Jerome’s School in Vermilion hosted an Indigenous Celebration Day on May 10. Creeland Dancers gave a jigging/ square dance presentation, and the Poundmaker Singers gave a drum presentation. Throughout the day, students had the opportunity to participate in sessions such as drum teaching, bannock making, Cree language, Inuit games, artifacts, jingle dance, story-telling and tipi teachings. “It’s been a great day; the children had the opportunity to learn a lot and it has given us great exposure to many different aspects of indigenous culture,” said St. Jerome’s assistant principal, Allan MacMillan. Preston Gamble, from Beardy’s and Okemasis’ Cree Nation, explained that there are different styles of drum songs,

and that by carrying on this information, he was able to educate his children. His children followed by singing a contemporary Cree song. Emery John, from Thunderchild First Nation, enjoyed teaching children about jingle dress styles and regalia. “I got them involved with my dance which was nice, and they all did so well,” said Emery John. At the end of the day presenters and audience members celebrated together by participating in a Round Dance. Overall everyone enjoyed the social activities and learning about Indigenous cultures. Emcee, Kevin John said, “We were very thankful and honoured to bring this presentation to the school that I graduated from in 1988. My family and the presenters were very impressed with the warm reception and the genuine interest and respect shown by St. Jerome’s staff and students. It’s been a remarkStudents surround the Poundmaker Singers during a Round Dance on May 10. able day!”

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Over 500 people attended the 7th Annual VIBE Mental Health Art Gala at the Vermilion Regional Centre on May 7. Hundreds of works of art were on display from students of all ages including; drawing, painting, mixed media, and hand crafted projects all detailing aspects of mental health. Families travelled from Mannville, Vermilion, Kitscoty, Innisfree and Clandonald to attend and enjoyed the evening full of activities. Children had the opportunity to make a stress ball with volunteers from the Vermilion and Area Crisis Line, decorate masks and superhero capes, etc.; while adults had the opportunity to paint a tile. The Vermilion and Area Early Childhood Coalition provided several resources, and Mayor of Vermilion, Caroline McAuley promoted the block party kit on behalf of the Town of Vermilion and the Vermilion Wellness Coalition. “Mental health impacts everybody. What’s amazing about this event is that it really shows positive ways to improve

and support mental health,” said Mayor McAuley. This year’s theme was ‘The World of Beliefs,’ and while participating in activities, browsing the selection of artwork and listening to live piano music, people of all ages increased their awareness of mental wellness and reduced the stigma of mental illness. “It’s just fun!” said Meyer Lorenson. New this year and much appreciated were featured artists from the Islay Care Centre. Many also enjoyed making a medicine wheel which was sponsored by the Human Rights Education and Multiculturalism Fund and encouraged participants to better understand qualities about themselves and promote mental health wellness. Partners also included FCSS groups from Mannville-Minburn-Innisfree, Kitscoty, Vermilion, and the County of Vermilion River. “I would like to thank all of our partners for supporting National Children and Youth Mental Health Day. We cannot do

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it without the over 30 volunteers; a big thank you to each of you for promoting it and for working to make the event what it was,” said Pat Calyniuk, VIBE Wellness Manager MHCB.

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May 14, 2019 | The Vermilion Voice

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Vermilion’s Alison Jackson has just been ranked the top female Canadian cyclist in the world, currently sitting 27th. She has spent the past two years racing on an elite women’s circuit in Europe and the United States with Team Tibco - Silicon Valley Bank, a California based team. “This has been my best season yet! My first podium this year was 3rd place in Yorkshire, United Kingdom and I look forward to racing there again during the World Championships at the end of the year. In my second year on the team they have provided me with a lot of opportunity to win races. They really support my Olympic dream and are sending me to all the races that I need in order to qualify for the Canadian Olympic team!” said Jackson. She enjoyed a recent visit with family and friends and went on to say that she appreciates the community taking interest and sharing her story. She also noted that as a small, prairie town Vermilion has had a lot of big athletes.

“When I was a child it seemed bigger, and the journey has been way different than I could have ever imagined. We grew up in a great place, and often have a lot of support from the community. Don’t sell yourself short; you can accomplish a big dream,” said Jackson. She explained that as a cyclist there a lot of other races along the way that are really important to be a part of or win; but with the Olympics that everyone across the country can be a part of it, all rooting for Canada. “It’s really hard to qualify for the Olympics. Now when I’m really close it actually seems attainable. Even five years ago it seemed to be a far off dream, but the goal now is to get on the Olympic team for 2020!” said Jackson. She sympathized that professional cycling is something that not many people are familiar with, but encouraged that all of the women’s tour races can be watched live on flobikes.com. Anyone interested can follow her on Instagram or social media, or find out more on Youtube.

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Mashed potatoes and gravy are always a meal favourite. The best gravy comes from the dripping of cooking a turkey, chicken, roast beef or pork. Unfortunately with so many people working, we are not always home for several hours to roast some meat. You can make home gravy easily with a good quality beef broth. Look for one that does not have anodized yeast extract, which is another name for monosodium glutamate, also known as MSG. Try to find one that only has beef

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broth, salt and spices. There are also beef bouillon cubes, which some people use to make gravy but if you take a close look at the ingredients, it is a chemical alphabet soup. Our bodies don’t need chemicals. We need real food. Homemade gravy is not only for mashed potatoes, it can also be used for home made fries, poutine and noodles. Noodles and gravy is a favourite in many cultures. You can also fry up some hamburger and onions, and then add a half a cup of water to bring up the drippings and then add homemade gravy to create your own hamburger helper. Pour over any type of pasta. For variations you can add to the hamburger mixture, chopped

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celery, garlic, red peppers and spices of your choice. I find that the flavour of the beef broth does make a difference, so may have to try a few different brands to find your favourite. You can of course make your own by roasting beef bones adding water, 2 tablespoons vinegar, seasoning, such as onion, carrot, salt and pepper. After several hours of roasting, covered, strain the broth and use it for soups and gravy. The vinegar is added to pull the beneficial mineral from the bones into the broth. Here is a handy little recipe to have in your recipe drawer. Just have some canned or packaged beef broth in your pantry and you are ready to create great meals in minutes.

If you do roast some meat, use the drippings to make the gravy. I have several other ways that I make gravy, but this one is just so handy. Homemade Gravy (4 servings) 3 1/2 Tablespoons butter 3 1/2 Tablespoons flour 2 cups of beef broth Salt and pepper to taste. In a heavy bottomed saucepan, melt the butter, add the flour and stir until it is bubbling ( this helps cook and flavor the raw flour). Slowly add the broth stirring continually. Do not add it all at once, or you will have very lumpy gravy. Cook stirring until thickened.

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Craig Braid Columnist

In the very early years of Vermilion, the quest was on to get homesteaders to come out to the area and to settle in and near the community. In an effort to do that, the Ten Thousand Club of Vermilion put together a book that highlighted the great things about the area. The purpose of this short book was to, as the club states in it, to put out information about Vermilion, to attract settlers, to provide a means of answering inquiries about the area and to express the public spirit of the citizens of Vermilion. Here is a brief glimpse of how booster residents of Vermilion touted the community in 1912. One of the first things the club wrote about was that the climate in Vermilion was no worse than that in Toronto. “On a typical cold winter day, when the thermometer is at zero, no more clothing is needed than is worn in Toronto, Chicago or New York,” the book stated. In addition, the authors state that the snowfall in the Vermilion area is very light, and less than any other place in Canada except for the Pacific Coast. When describing Vermilion itself, the book states that the Canadian Northern Railway reached Vermilion in 1906, putting the town on the map. In 1912, the stated population is 1,200 and the authors write “Vermilion has had no booms and wants none. It seeks men and women who are attracted to it by its splendid location and wonderful natural resources.” At the time, the book states that a Municipal Electric Lighting Plant was now providing power to 1,000 lights in the community. As well, the community now had a long-distance phone connection, and a $40,000 public school building where five teachers teach 150

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students. The fire hall was also stated to have a new $26,000 firefighting apparatus. When writing about what Vermilion needed, the authors of the book state that real farmer are needed who are willing to take a small piece of land and who will practice intensive farming. Up-to-date merchants were also requested who can cater to the well-to-do farmers who are in need of items. Lastly, the authors asked that industries such as a sash and door factory, makers of wagons, steam laundry, a cheese factory, oatmeal mill and cereal factory, along with a packing plant, look at coming to the community. Lastly, here are some interesting facts touted by the authors of the book to entice people to move to the district. In 1911, Vermillion shipped 300 cars of livestock and estimated they would ship 500 cars of livestock in 1912. Farmers bought $175,000 worth of farm

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dispersed to human service agencies and projects. The purpose of the FCSS program is to support locally driven social initiatives that enhance the well-being of individuals and families through community programs, not individuals or families. FCSS has nothing to do with child welfare or monthly payments to low income families. Some Vermilion FCSS program recipients include Premura Counseling/Catholic Social Services, Senior Support resources, Vermilion & Area Brighter Beginnings, Vermilion Play Development, VIBE Mental Health project, Family School Liaison, Vermilion Kiddie Oasis, Walking Through Grief Society, Health and Wellness Conference, Family Rhyme Time (offered by CLASS Vermilion River Adult Learning), Lloydminster Interval Home, Lloydminster Sexual Assault & Information Centre, as well as FCSS staff

participating in numerous other community projects. FCSS has advocated for community programs and services that will help individuals and families thrive. Each municipality decides on the FCSS social initiatives they fund and operate the program in the way that works best for the community. FCSS is responsive to their unique community needs. In Vermilion, the FCSS program fulfills a supportive role to human service agencies or projects by disbursing funding or providing staff support to a project. The only direct program provided in Vermilion is senior support which is jointly funded by Vermilion, County of Vermilion River, and the Villages of Paradise Valley, Kitscoty, Marwayne, Dewberry. The following community members have been appointed by Town Council for the FCSS Advisory Committee: Darla Yonk-

man, Veronica Peterson, Lori-Ann Stenhouse, Valerie Richards, Derek Collins, Andrew Kinoti Lairenge, and Councillor Greg Barr. We currently have two adult vacancies and two youth (Grade 10 student) vacancies on this committee. Anyone with an interest in community services is welcome to join us by sending a letter to the FCSS Coordinator, Carol Coleman at email ccoleman@vermilion.ca. The Advisory Committee reviews program funding applications and recommends the funding distribution to Town Council for approval. The Advisory Committee meets about five times per year and discusses social needs and potential projects for the community. Many thanks to Town Council, the FCSS Advisory Committee, the FCSS staff, and the funded agencies for caring for the human service needs of our community residents. Happy 50th!

Vermilion Approves New Fire Truck States spending three days working with companies building different designs and settling on the ideal truck with specifications to fit Vermilion. The pumper truck will have a ladder on it and will take 14 months to build. “This truck will last 20 - 25 years and is an investment for the future. We felt the need to get it ordered because of the time

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Council for the Town of Vermilion approved the purchase of a new fire truck for $1,375,000 with expected delivery in 2020. Fire Chief for the Vermilion Fire Department, Bill Roth, travelled to the United

delay, and the fire chief made sure we bring in exactly what we need,” said Mayor Caroline McAuley. She went on to say that 65 per cent of calls were motor vehicle collisions so a lot of the work they do is medical first response. The Vermilion Fire Department has 30 volunteer members and on aver-

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businesses during a time of recession. “Word is getting out there in the province about what is going on in Vermilion,” said Mayor McAuley. She went on to say that it has been a journey for the Town of Vermilion. Nearly 10 years ago, they began a branding exercise, and have since added a recy-

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Representatives from the Town of Bonnyville and the Municipal District of Bonnyville visited Vermilion on May 9. According to Vermilion Mayor, Caroline McAuley, they were gathering insight on how Vermilion was able to acquire new

cling program, and a business incentive program. She also noted various enhancement additions to the community including murals and the community oven. “Vermilion has amazing community members with all of the volunteering that happens, and amazing young entrepre-

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Murie. Open from 1 - 5 p.m. Monday – Sunday, the Museum offers an abundance of interesting historical items to look at and learn about, as well as a playground, and a relaxed environment with cards, colouring books, board games, knitting and crocheting available during one’s free time. She went on to say that children are always fascinated by certain items. This year the Vermilion Heritage Museum is

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looking to celebrate by honouring people’s collections. Throughout the coming months they will have the opportunity to showcase their collection or a photo of it, and why it is special. Both children and adults are encouraged to participate; whether their collection is made up of rocks, buttons, pens, etc. Collections of any kind can be brought in by contacting Jean Murie at 780-581-0634. “History is important, and we want to get

age responds to calls every day and a half – two days, providing service within the Town of Vermilion and the County of Vermilion River. According to McAuley, the Vermilion Fire Department went out and fought a grass fire for eight hours last week, came back and within 10 minutes was called out to two more.

neurs; both through local businesses expanding or brand new business people. Nearly every day I hear a comment about how great our downtown looks; either from residents or returning community members. It is super exciting and really a community effort thanks to people believing in our community,” said McAuley.

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2019 VSA’S PLAYER OF THE WEEK: NAHANNI McALEER

1. Who is your coach? Nathan Zacharias 2. How long have you played soccer? What age did you start? 9 years. 3 years old

3. What’s your favorite position to play and why? Centre midfield because I have a lot of energy and it’s a challenging position.

4. Each team is given a colored jersey. If you had to design your team jersey, what would it look like (color, image, text, etc.)? It would be white, green, and red and have the Gucci symbol on the chest.

5. Do you watch soccer on T.V? Who is your favorite team/player? Nope. Ronaldo I guess.

6. Many professional players have a lucky charm/piece of clothing/ special dance they wear/preform either before or after a game. What’s your lucky token or superstition?7. Why do you like soccer? Just having a jersey with a number 8 or a 2.

7. Do you practice soccer in your spare time? If so, who do you practice with? Yeah sometimes. My Dad and my sister usually

8. Why do you like soccer? Because I am good at it, and because I like competition. Vermilion Soccer Association (VSA) is built around player participation. The Mini age levels (age 5-11) are progressive in skill development, and positioning. The Youth age levels (age 12-19) compete in District Tier IV competition. Tier IV is non-selective with emphasis on continued skill development within a team play environment. VSA is a member of the Lakeland District Soccer Association. If you would like more information on Vermilion Soccer or Tier IV play, please feel free to visit www. vermilionsoccer.net or www.lakelandsoccer.ca

Long-term Resident Appointed To Board Of Governors

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president of the Lloydminster Learning Council Association and co-chair of the Sirens and Sapphires Gala – a major fundraiser for the Lloydminster Rescue Squad. She is part of the founding group that started Ignite YLL, a women’s leadership network, and is also a charter member and president of the Border City Rotary Club. “Life has taught me that there are two important components to education, one teaches how to make a living and the other how to live. It is so important to model how to serve and contribute. Giving makes life meaningful and it helps you to look beyond yourself to something bigger,” says McCaw. “Over the course of my life and career I’ve served in a number of ways locally. My appointment to the

Lakeland College board is an exciting opportunity to serve regionally.” M c C a w ’s f i r s t g o a l a s a n e w l y appointed board member is to learn more about the board, as well as her role and responsibilities so that she can fully contribute to its operation. “It’s important, when ser ving at a board level, to understand who it is that we are ultimately ser ving. We must ensure we are on trac k with achieving our goals and representing the public’s best interests,” says McCaw, noting she’s excited to be part of the board’s community engagement committee. McCaw succeeds Jenelle Saskiw a s a n ew p u b li c m e m b er. Cur re nt member s of the L akeland College B oar d of G over nor s in c lu d e S c ot t

(Vermilion, Alta./Lloydminster Alta., Sask.) Lakeland College is pleased to welcome Doreen McCaw to its Board of Governors. “On behalf of Lakeland College’s Board of Governors, I am happy to announce the appointment of Doreen McCaw to our board. Doreen’s strong connections to the community, valuable insight and expertise will be an asset to the college. We are pleased to have her as part of our Lakeland community,” says Scott Webb, chair of Lakeland’s Board of Governors. McCaw was appointed to the board as a public member for a three-year term by the Government of Alberta. “Lakeland College has always been a cornerstone of our community and of ad ult e d u c at i o n,” s ays M c Caw. “Education changes people’s lives and having local access to post-secondary learning is a regional success.” M c C aw h a s b e e n a r e s i d e n t o f Lloydminster for more than 40 years. Though semi-retired, highlights from her resumé include being a managing partner of McCaw Funeral Service for 30 years, a former CEO of a large non-profit organization and a successful entrepreneur. Over the years, McCaw has volunteered for a number of organizations in Lloydminster and Vermilion. McCaw ser ved on the board of FOCUS of Vermilion/Lloydminster and the Lloydminster Community Youth Centre. She was the vice president of the R e g i o n a l B u s i n e s s A c c e l e r at o r – now Startup Lloydminster – and has recently completed her final term as a board member. McCaw is the current Doreen McCaw (top left) along with the Lakeland College Board of Governors. Photo submitted

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Webb, chair; Bryan Perkins, a public member and vice chair; William Yap, a student representative; Don Henry, an academic staff member; Debbie Holden, a non-academic staff member; D i an n e H ar d er, a p u b li c m e m b er; J a s o n B a zi n e t , a p u b l i c m e m b e r ; Linnea Goodhand, a public member; Jay Woosaree, a public member; and Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and chief executive officer. As of May 1, Merle Klumph replaced Debbie Holden as the non-academic staff member. On June 1, two students – Quinn Hlus, bachelor of applied science: environmental management, and Matt Peck, bachelor of commerce – will join the board as student representatives, pending order-in-councils from the Government of Alberta.

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‘Are You Métis?’

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The Métis Nation of Alberta (MNA) hosted a registration event at Lakeland College in Vermilion on May 7. Registry Development Coordinator, Sarah Kaup said, “We are now making it more accessible for people to register by travelling to smaller communities to assist people with their applications in the afternoon and evenings. One thing registering for Métis citizenship allows people is pride in their culture! A lot of people can find connections to family or land when completing their family tree. ” T h e M N A w i ll c o nt i nu e to br i n g c ultur al enr i c hment an d life sk ills programs to the area including firearms safety and soon to be first aid free of

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charge to Métis youth. There will be youth camps province wide throughout the summer. Registered Métis citizens can find housing or post secondary funding as well as assistance from entrepreneurial affiliates through the MNA. “I am excited to be getting programs going so that youth in the area can learn more about their background,” said Regional Youth Coordinator Region 2, Sarah Johnson. She also noted that in Bonnyville they will be hosting a finger-weaving course on June 2, and a coat-repurposing class on June 22. For details you can call 780-826-7483. In the future, they will by hosting weekly jigging classes in Bonnyville. For more information, you From left, The Metis Nation of Alberta’s Sarah Johnson and Sarah Kaup during their registry event in Vermilion on May 7. Photo Angela Mouly can visit albertametis.com.

Vermilion Ukrainian Dance – Open House

The Vermilion Ukrainian Dance Association held an Open House at the Vermilion Regional centre on May 8. Those interested in joining had the opportunity to go try a class and find out what it is all about. Dancers of all ages tried new warm up games and group stretches that incorpo-

rated social bonding exercises and counting in Ukrainian. “My daughter Ayla is always excited to come here; she’s made friends and has a lot of fun! She loves the helpers and the instructors are so friendly,” said Jacqie Carek. Overall, the organization was thrilled to have new and existing families come out and take part.

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Planning Tips For Your Summer Reno (NC) Could your home use a facelift? Summer is the perfect time of year to make some changes to your living space. After all, you want the place where you and your family spend most of your time to be a warm, welcoming and healthy environment. Whether you’re planning a major makeover for your bathroom or a simple DIY project for your bedroom, here are some key tips to help you plan your next renovation: Start by identifying your goals. Have a clear understanding of your motivations – the why behind your project. Do you want a more functional layout that will give you improved living space? Do you need to overhaul the attic to create an office so you can work from home? Whatever the reasons, be sure you list all the problems and how your reno will solve them. Work on your budget. It’s easy to get excited about upgrades, but your plans can quickly exceed what you can afford to spend on a home renovation. If you have a limited budget, identify your priorities and focus on one or two projects that will most improve your daily life. Write

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Cornerstone Co-op Cake-O-Rama From May 10 - 12, Cornerstone Co-op sold cakes to benefit local organizations at multiple locations. The Vermilion Food Store was donating $2 from every purchase towards the Vermilion Soccer Association and sold 1,092 cakes. From left, Caleb, Collin, and Alexis Foulds volunteered to hand out samples on May 11. Photo Angela Mouly

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The County of Vermilion River will be spraying weeds and brush along road allowances starting in June 2019. Roadside spraying will focus in Spray Area 1, but we will be selectively spraying noxious weeds and brush throughout the County.

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If you want to control weeds and brush in front of your property rather than have the County spray, complete the annual No-Spray Agreement by May 31, 2019. Agreements are available at www.vermilion-river.com or by phoning the County Oﬃce.

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Upcoming Lions CNIB Golf Tournament

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The Vermilion Lions Club will be h o s t i n g t h e ir 2 2n d A n nu a l Texa s Scramble Golf Tournament at the Vermilion Golf and Country Club on June 7, at 1 p.m. T h e Ve r m i l i o n L i o n s C l u b i s thrilled to be hosting the tournament o n c e ag ain to su p p or t the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) and Canadians with vision loss. According to cnib.ca, one out of every six Canadians, (5.5 million) have one of four major eye diseases; glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy or macular degeneration and have either lost their sight or are at risk to in the future. They also say that ever y 10 minutes someone in Canada begins losing their sight, and that each year, 50,000 Canadians will lose their sight which significantly impacts their well being and quality of life. According to CNIB, only one third of Canadian working-age adults with vision loss are employed, and about half of the ones who are employed struggle to make ends meet on

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A participant attempts golfing blindfolded at the 2018 Lions CNIB Golf Tournament. Photo Angela Mouly

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Ukrainian Dance Year End Recital

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Vermilion U17 Boys Soccer

The Vermilion Strikers U17 Boys soccer team (white) hosted Bonnyville on May 8. Photos Angela Mouly

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Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer, the Executive Assistant is responsible for providing administrative and clerical support to the CAO, Economic Development and Mayor & Council. Responsibilities include confidentiality, handling sensitive political issues and public concerns, researching and compiling background information, arranging meetings and appointments, maintaining office administration and records management processes and procedures, responding to and/or redirecting inquiries/ communications and completing special projects. The Town of Vermilion is an equal opportunity employer. This is a term position for one year, with the expectation to become permanent full time. This is a non-union position. Usual hours of work are based on 37.5 hours over a five (5) day week. Ability to work outside regular business hours as required. If you are seeking a challenging opportunity and possess the above mentioned qualifications, we would love to hear from you! Additional details of this position please go to our website at vermilion.ca/localgovernment/employment/ Application Deadline: 4:00 PM on May 17, 2019. Please send a resume and cover letter to: Town of Vermilion Attention: George Rogers, CAO 5021 – 49 Avenue,Vermilion, AB T9X 1X1 Email: cao@vermilion.ca Phone: 780-581-2403 Fax: 780-853-4910

Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Seasonal-Full-Time Tractor Operator

For mowing season starting July Apply in Person to

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BUSINESS CARDS

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VERMILION AND AREA BUSINESSES McMinis & Company

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CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

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SCHOOL NEWS J.R. Robson School News

Raynette Schroeder Here is the long list of the results: Girls Submitted 14-16 800 Meter Run - Jaiden Bancroft Grade 10 Social 3rd, Girls 14-16 80 Meter Hurdles - Kora students travelled to Smith 2nd, Girls 14-16 Shot Put - Kora Blue Quills First Nations University (5 km Smith 1st, Girls 14-16 Discus - Kora west of St. Paul) for a tour of the former Smith 3rd and Paige Zweifel 4th, Girls Blue Quills residential school on Monday, 14-16 Javelin - Paige Zweifel 3rd, Girls May 6. This field trip offered first hand 11-15 Discus - Jayden Scully 4th, Girls education and experience for students 11-15 Javelin - Jayden Scully 4th, Boys into the impact of the residential school 14-16 400 Meter Dash - Clay Bryden 2nd, system on First Nations people. As well, Boys 14-16 800 Meter Run - Clay Bryden the students participated in the reconcili- 1st, Boys 14-16 1500 Meter Run - Jayce ation process, which is one of the calls to Sweeney 9th, Boys 14-19 100 Meter Dash action from the Truth and Reconciliation - Sam Ree 2nd, Boys 14-19 400 Meter Commission. Dash - Sam Ree 1st, Boys 14-19 800 To continue the success of our athletes Meter Run - Sam Ree 1st, Boys 11-15 400 excelling in school sports, we sent Alyx Meter Dash - Caleb Ree 3rd, Boys 11-15 Ward and Jackson Livingstone as a 800 Meter Run - Caleb Ree 2nd, Boys mixed double team to ASAA Badminton 11-15 Discus - Brodie Johnson 2nd, Boys Provincials held in Calgary on May 3-4. 11-15 Javelin - Brodie Johnson 5th. They won one game and lost two in the All junior high students will take part in first round of play. our Annual Track meet on Wednesday, Now that the badminton season is over, May 15. Several senior high students will we turn our attention to track & field. JR be assisting staff members at the various Robson Track & Field athletes partici- events and keeping track of all the statispated in the LCHS Invitational Track Meet tics for the day. We will also be hosting on May 3 and 4. Many ribbons were won! two BTPS track meets (for junior high

Karen King Submitted

VES would like to welcome to our school Miss Braelene Barlow, who has taken over for Mrs. Zaharko in Grade 1. Mrs. Zaharko has now begun her maternity leave. We wish her well during her time away. All the Grade 5 students walked down

students on extracurricular track teams) in the month of May, one on May 24 (North) and May 30 (Finals). Important Dates: May 15: Jr. High Track Meet May 16 & 17: Designated Days-in-Lieu – no classes

May 20: Victoria Day – no classes May 24: North Track Meet at JRR May 30: BTPS Track Finals at JRR May 31: Spring Fling Jun 2-4: Grade 12 Canoe Trip Jun 5-6: Grade 10 Canoe Trip Jun 9-11: Grade 11 Canoe Trip

Multimedia 10 students ventured out of the school grounds to practice photography in an outdoor setting. Photo submitted

Vermilion Elementary School News

to the F’Laura n’ Company Greenhouse on the afternoon of May 3. Laura Waterfield invited them down for her Ladybug release. She talked about what insects cause plants damage, and which ones she releases in the greenhouse to eliminate the pest insects. The students looked around the greenhouse for insects, and then came time to release the ladybugs. Every student got a little container of lady-

East Central Alberta Catholic School Division No. 16 Invites applications for the position of Summer Student Employment Position (STEP Student)

Clerical Assistant East Central Alberta Catholic School Division No. 16 invites applications for theposition of Summer Temporary Employment Program (STEP) at School of Hope in Vermilion, Alberta This is a full time positions commencing immediately and ending on August 23, 2019. Salary is $15.00/hour for 7 hours per day. Please visit the link below for the criteria to be an eligible STEP student: STEP Student Eligibility Individuals with the following skills, characteristics and interests are encouraged to apply: • Ability to use a variety of computer software programs such as Microsoft Office • Focus on accuracy and data entry and management • Ability to work collaboratively with other office personnel in a busy office • Ability to work independently at times with minimal supervision

bugs to release, and Laura let students keep a couple to release elsewhere. Special thanks to Laura for inviting the Grade 5 students to the amazing greenhouse. The first Monday in May as been recognized provincially as Bus Driver Appreciation Day. VES students made and signed a large poster and held it up as the bus drivers pulled in on the morning of May 6. As well, Miss Barlow’s 1B students made thank you cards for the drivers. VES would like to take this time to thank the bus drivers for all they do in safely getting our children to and from school on a daily basis. You are amazing. Also, on May 6, VES students joined St. Jerome’s Grade 1-5 students on the tennis courts between the two schools. We celebrated Music Monday by singing Hymn to Freedom by Oscar Peterson. This annual event happens on the first Monday of May and unites Canada in song. All musical Canadians are given a common song and are to sing or play it at 11:00am our time, therefore making it such that all Canadians are performing the same song at the same time. After singing the song, students got their annual, once-a-year, play together time in the two playgrounds. Our May assembly took place on May 7. It was also wear flip flops or flannel day. Rural Crime Watch poster contest winners, Addison Young, Jada Sanford, Jalynn Westman, Aminata Camara,

Interested applicants can send their application, including a covering letter and your resume with three references (please include email addresses) including the name of your last supervisor to: Board Executive Secretary East Central Alberta Catholic Schools 1018 – 1 st Avenue Wainwright, AB T9W 1G9 Fax: (780) 842-5322 Email: reception@ecacs16.ab.ca The closing date for this position is May 20, 2019. Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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Kaedence Eriksen, Maleah Eyben, and Evan Ferguson, were presented with cheques. Mrs. Moses discussed our May virtue of citizenship. Congratulation to Kaylin Spicer, April’s virtue winner. Mr. Anhorn acknowledged the Klondike Relay Club, the Art Club, and the Spirit Club. Mr. Haslehurst presented his Golden Book Picks. We were informed by Mrs. Tomkins that our total AR points to date are 17,494. Abdal Gardezi and Aminata Camara were our Readers of the Month. Spring Picture Day is coming. On May 14, there will be Kindergarten KB grad photos and Grade 1-3 photos. On May 15, Kindergarten KA grad photos and Grade 4-6 photos will be taken. After picture day, when you receive your picture proofs, the easiest way to order pictures is on Mylifetouch.ca using your Portrait ID and Access Code. We will also send home paper order forms. Please join us for the next school council meeting on Tuesday, May 14 at 7:00 pm in the VES Learning Commons. All parents are encouraged to attend. Child care will be provided in the gym. Dates to Remember: May 14 – Grade 1-3 Spring Photos and KB Grad Photos; May 15 – Grade 4-6 Spring Photos and KA Grad Photos; May 16, 17 and 20 – No School; May 31 – Outdoor Fun Day; June 4 – Grade 6 Orientation to JR Robson School; June 5 – Assembly at 10:45; June 5 – Dress to Impress or Wear Pajamas Day

LOCAL NEWS

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Mother’s Day Paint A Tile The Vermilion Pottery Guild hosted a Mother’s Day Paint a Tile event on May 11, in conjunction with the Community Oven. It was their second year hosting the event in the effort to fundraise for new pottery wheels for the guild. Pictured is president, Heather Millan. Photo Angela Mouly

Lisa Beveridge would like to apologize for the incorrect picture sent to The Vermilion Voice for Gloria de Jong at the Charter Night Rotary awards. Congratulations to Gloria de Jong. Photo submitted

2019 Parkland Herptile BioBlitz - Want to Help Conserve Amphibians?

Submitted The third Parkland Herptile BioBlitz is planned for the May long-weekend (18-20th). This is your chance to be a Citizen Scientist-Biologist and help with the conservation of our intriguing amphibians. The target species for the call surveys include three species at risk (two toads and one frog) and two other frogs which are common. Observations (because they don’t call) of salamanders, gartersnakes and gartersnake hibernacula are also appreciated. We are recruiting participants for an evening or two. The surveys start after sunset and continue until midnight or 1:00. “You pick a stretch of quiet rural road that has adjacent water bodies including shallow/deep ponds, creeks,

lakes, the Battle River and its tributary creeks, or you can survey the wet areas of your land if you live on a farm” said BioBlitz coordinator Darcey Shyry, an Instructor of Environmental Sciences at Lakeland College in Vermilion. It’s the breeding season for amphibians so they’re loudly calling from breeding sites where they will then lay their eggs. BioBlitz participants simply listen for calling frogs and toads along quiet rural roads or at waterbodies on their land for 3 minutes and record the species they hear. The calls are easy to remember and not easy to confuse with any other sounds except for the Wood Frog, which sounds more like a duck than most ducks (it quacks). The calls of our frogs and toads can be heard on the Parkland Herptile BioBlitz Facebook

page and at the Amphibians of Manitoba website (www.naturenorth.com). T hi s B i o B lit z i s in t he Par k lan d region straddling the border of Alberta and Saskatchewan south of Lloydminster, broadly following the Battle River between Big Knife Provincial Park near Camrose and Manitou Lake near Macklin. “We’re trying to survey as many wet areas as possible to better understand the distributions of these species”, said Shyry. Those unable to participate in the BioBlitz can always report observations of frogs and toads to the Alberta Volunteer Amphibian Monitoring Program [w w w.ab - conser vation.com/avamp/ overview] or Frog Watch [https://www. naturewatch.ca/frogwatch/alberta/]. Coordination meetings will be held on Saturday (May 18) afternoon at the

Shorncliff Lake Park group camping area at 1:00, and the Big Knife Provincial Park and Dillberry Lake Provincial Park Day Use Areas at 4:00. Field coordinators will be at these meetings to assist BioBlitz par ticipants. This year Lakeland College and the Alberta Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy have agreed to a partnership, so biologists from Lakeland and the AARC will help coordinate participants. Feedback from previous BioBlitz’s is that participants have a sense of satisfaction knowing that their efforts will help the conservation of our wildlife when given the opportunity. It is truly wonderful to fall asleep to the sounds of the frogs and toads in the spring. Fo r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , c o n t a c t : Darcey.Shyry@lakelandcollege.ca.

Shannon Stubbs Urges People To Sign Petition

Submitted Ottawa, ON – On May 13, 2019 Shannon Stubbs, the Member of Parliament for Lakeland and Conservative Shadow Minister for Natural Resources, issued the following statement in support of Petition e-2165. “I am proud to partner with Angela Cook, a concerned Albertan and strong supporter of our energy sector, to sponsor the official House of Commons petition calling on the Liberals to approve the Trans Mountain Expansion. I am urging Canadians to sign House of Commons Petition e-2165 to tell the Liberals to Build TMX. We need action now!”

“ The fate of the Trans Mountain Expansion rests with Liberal cabinet ministers. The Liberals have said they plan to make a decision by June 18th. Canadians can neither allow the Liberals to kill this pipeline on this already extended deadline date nor can Canadians allow the Liberals to delay the decision to fall, it would cost taxpayers billions of dollars. The stakes are too high to not take action.” “The mistakes the Liberals made on the Trans Mountain Expansion, their ‘no more pipelines’ Bill C-69 and other anti-energy policies and legislation have destroyed Canada’s reputation as a stable, fair, predictable destination for

Vermilion Seniors Centre News

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Submitted

Spring has arrived and all the tulips are blooming beautifully at the Seniors Centre. As people get busier attendance is dwindling down a bit needless to say with lots going on at the centre. Floor curling and pool goes on during the week, floor curling Mon. Wed. and Fri. at 9:30 am. Want some exercise join other curlers for fun and exercise, coffee always follows. The Senior choir, the Harmonizers meet every Tuesday at 2 p.m. and this past week the choir went to Lloydminster to join other neighboring choirs sing. On May 21 at 7 p.m. at the centre you can enjoy their singing along with hand bells, a great evening mark, it on your calendar. On the 15th of May at 5:30 p.m. is potluck. Cost $5.00. Bring a friend, dish, or

dessert for supper. Like to play bridge. Bridge is ongoing every Monday at 1 p.m. BINGO is up to $471.00 with 59 numbers. On May 16 at 1 p.m. come and have an afternoon with other Bingo players. Great jack-pot. On May 9, 2019 the Centre hosted double crib with 11 and a half tables in play and only 1 double crib left June 13th and will be done for the summer so mark the day on your calendar. Seniors week we are having the PCN nurses at the centre on Tues. June 4 with a display of services they offer and will help answer any questions you may have concerning your health. Thanks to all the volunteers for helping prepare in the kitchen, donate food, etc. Your time is greatly appreciated. Happy planting and enjoy the outdoors.

energy investment. It is unconscionable that the Liberals are using Canadian tax dollars to help China build pipelines in Asia, while they delay approval of the Trans Mountain Expansion in Canada. “ “Canadians cannot just wait for the Liberals to make yet another mistake. Already, nearly 200,000 Canadian oil and gas jobs have been lost, and another 12,500 are expected to be lost this year. The Prime Minister gave the order to cancel the Northern Gateway pipeline instead of getting the consultation right. The Liberals’ rule changes and double standard not applied to any other pipelines killed Energy East and the Liberals’ pattern of ongoing mistakes and

Clandonald 4-H Multi Club Achievement Day Show Saturday, May 25th, 2019 Clandonald Agricultural Grounds 1:00 pm Show Starts Beef on a bun after show

Interclub Show And Sale May 27th starting at 9:30 am Vermilion at the Ag Grounds

Appreciation Supper June 20th at 6:00 p.m. Clandonald Hall

All Sponsors, buyers and supporters are invited to come join us.

delays on the Trans Mountain Expansion, is driving oil and gas businesses and jobs out of Canada.” “I urge all Canadians to make their voices heard, to sign and share Petition e-2165 and to get their friends, neighbors, and family to do so too. Canadians can help this petition generate national media attention by recording a short ‘what the Trans Mountain Expansion means to me’ video and to tag it with #BuildTMX on your social media posts. Tell the Liberal cabinet to give approval on June 18th and to #BuildTMX! Petition e-2165 can be signed here: https:// petitions.ourcommons.ca/en/Petition/ Details?Petition=e-2165

PET OF THE WEEK GEORGIE Georgie is a particular bunny that enjoys his space and having his things exactly where he put them. He too enjoys his time out of his kennel and sprawling all his feet in every direction for the perfect snooze. When you have Georgie in your arms, he does enjoy a good scratch between his ears and to be talked to about whatever is on your mind. With some time and patience Georgie will become more social and a real treat to have around. Speakin’ of treats, he likes those too. Head on over to PetSmart and meet him today!

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