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Page 2 | April 19, 2017 MorinvilleNews.com 38th Annual Seniors based. They don't just hand out the money. They want the grandmothers Choral Festival and everyone else to become involved in some kind of money-making project or other projects they can carry on." Souliere said only 10 per cent of the monies collected across the country goes towards the organization's administrative operations. Friday, May. 5 - 1 p.m. "The other 90 per cent goes to the cause," Souliere said. "It's St. Jean Baptiste Church incredible."

More members needed Admission Is A Donation To While the group is grateful for the ongoing community support at their The Morinville Food Bank frequent garage sales, they are hoping some supporters would like to give a little bit of time as well. HATS are looking for additional members, but despite the name; there is no age requirement. "We call them Grandmothers and Granddaughters," Thachuk explained of the members. "There is no age requirement. We welcome new members." Meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at the Morinville United Church and usually run about an hour, depending on how much the grandmothers get to talking. Anyone interested in joining or learning more about joining can call Delsie Thachuk at 780-569-3878. For information on the local HATS group visit morinvillehats.org.

Opposite page top: Members of the Hands Across the Sea: Grandmothers to Grandmothers group pose for a group photo at a recent Garage Sale event.

Opposite Page Bottom: A displayshows details on the cause the local grandmothers are raising money for. Above: Garage sales and silent auctions are the group’s main fundraiser locally. - Stephen Dafoe Photos

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Thank you, Joy Thimer for distracting me with good conversation and a great cup of coffee. Letter: How do we say Thank you, Brad and Joyce Herceg for being our ‘Rock’ during the most trying time our family has ever been through. You opened your door without hesitation, you kept us focused when shock set in, you gave us Thank You to Morinville? roots (even if they were only temporary), you helped me laugh again and you gave me a hug (and a good drink) when I needed it. Thank you, Shayla and Trista Herceg for being the bestest friends my kids could have. Dear Editor and the community of Morinville: You shared your house, toys, schools and friends. You are the coolest kids, I’ve spent the last year thinking about how say thank you? The words and we love you so much. say what I mean, yet they don’t seem enough. How do you express your So, is Thank You really enough? Maybe not, but sometime there just is gratitude to a community who opened their doors and hearts, gave you a no words to describe the overwhelming impact people make on your life. sense of hope, and tried to help you find some normality during a time of The wonderful people of Morinville will forever have a special place in my chaos? Can a simple Thank You portray the everlasting impact of genuine heart. I only hope that one day I can honor them and pay it forward. kindness and love that a community showered on my family? Thank you, Morinville for teaching me the real meaning of a good hug On May 3, 2016 my life and my family’s life changed forever. As a family and the healing power it truly holds. of five (plus our loveable dog) we found ourselves refugees. We didn’t know what to do or where to go; we were in complete shock. Our dear Katie Loutitt friends, The Herceg’s opened their home and the Loutitt family became temporary residents of Morinville. Life for the next two months was filled with chaos and uncertainty, but Letter: Automated Traffic so many kind and generous people of Morville brought some normality to our lives. Thank you, Morinville RV Park who accommodated us, our dog and our trailer which we were able to retrieve from up north. Thank you, Sturgeon RV who got us into our trailer (keys were at home), stocked our Enforcement – Review of fridge with food and gave me a much-needed hug. As a mother my energy was focused on my children and their need for a sense of security, schedule and normality. My heart would break everyday their 2016 Reports having them ask me, “Mom when are we going home?” The community of Morinville once again showed me their compassion and empathy for our As we eagerly await for the first quarter reports from our automated traffic enforcement contractor, we felt it would be a good time to review the quarterly unique situation. Thank you, Primeau Middle School for making room for reports for 2016 and share some of the highlights with the general public. my oldest daughter (who has been to four different schools in 2016) and During 2016, a total of 2,004 hours were reported, and a total number of making her transition easy. She made wonderful friends and her teacher 5,873 tickets were issued. It should be noted that there were ten approved Mr. Raypold made an everlasting impression on her. Thank you, Notre zones that reflected LESS than ten hours/zone for the entire year. Now, let’s Dame for accommodating my son, and to the Principal and Vice Principal look at the four zones on the outskirts of town, sometimes called the “honey for letting me breakdown in your office and comforting me a needed spots.” hug. Thank you, Carolyn Hawkins (The Herceg’s neighbor) who took in my youngest while I worked to organize volunteers for the re-entry and Cardiff Road – 180 Hours – 794 Tickets recovery of my community. My daughter found love in her home. Thank 100 St / near 87 Ave (UFA) – 144 Hours – 859 Tickets you, Pumphouse – 234 Hours – 964 Tickets Morinville soccer association and coach Mike for letting me register my Cemetery area – 180 Hours – 1,228 Tickets son the last minute. You gave him a few hours a week to remember to be a kid and not worry about our situation, a mother couldn’t ask for more. These four zones totalled 738 hours or 37 per cent of the total hours and We’re Giving Away A Furnace

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Page 4 | April 19, 2017 MorinvilleNews.com totalled 3,845 tickets or 65 per cent of the total tickets. This is interesting, but it gets more interesting because, during the 2nd, 3rd and 4th quarter reports (April to December), the contractor split all their zones into directions (eastbound, westbound, northbound, southbound). Here are the Retail / Office Space for Rent highlights for the same “honey spots”:

Going OUT of Town: Cardiff Road Eastbound – 139 hours – 654 tickets 705 Sq/Ft with three offices and 100 St / near 87 Ave Southbound – 102 hours – 676 Tickets Pumphouse Eastbound – 147 hours – 605 tickets front retail/reception area Cemetery Area Northbound – 89 hours – 477 tickets Excellent Location On 100 Avenue Coming INTO Town: Cardiff Road Westbound – 1 hour – 0 tickets In Downtown Morinville 100 St / near 87 Ave Northbound – 4 hours – 1 ticket Pumphouse Westbound – 6 hours – 1 ticket Cemetery Area Southbound – 3 hours – 0 tickets Inquiries Call 780-975-6779 Often hear comments about how the photo radar program should spend MORE time in the school zones and so thought you would like to know that during 2016 the below stats were reported:

G. P. Vanier Elementary School – 285 hours – 609 tickets NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notre Dame Elementary School -117 Hours -197 tickets Primeau Junior High School – 106 Hours – 276 Tickets for Road behind High School – 9 hours – 1 ticket Barrhead-Morinville-Westlock The totals for the above school zones for the 2016 year are 516 hours or 26 per cent of the total and 1,083 tickets or 19 per cent of the total PC Association In closing, thanks to Council for our new policy and procedures. I am extremely pleased that the RCMP have assumed control (effective January 1, 2017) of how, where and when photo enforcement will take place. I look April 27th, 2017 - 7:00 PM forward to seeing the first quarter reports. at the Westlock Inn 10411 -100 St., Westlock, Alberta Thank You,

Linda Lyons All Executive positions will be open to nomination. Voting privileges will be extended to PCAA Members holding a current membership. Comment: Memberships are only available at Comments on our Photo Enforcement statistics letter were few, but here www.pcalberta.org are a couple of them from some familiar names in the community. For further info please contact Ron Cust wrote: When was the last time a motor vehicle accident was reported on Cardiff Road ( not at the intersection as that is highway Geri Savage @ 780 348-5633 or jurisdiction)? Email - [email protected]. How many incidents at the cemetery? Yes the crossing is important but this is still a cat and mouse game coming into Morinville! Build the zones based on actual accidents, incidents, and likely hood of incidents as per traffic counts. PROGRAM MANAGER

David Schaefer wrote: Vision zero is an international goal [to] reduce serious We are looking for a mature individual with excellent interpersonal and vehicle accidents and when we discuss bad Math, what were actual accidents, communication skills for this client focused position. maybe ask the same question as Edmonton did: What is the acceptable Permanent Position 35 hours per week $21 -$ 23/hour accident rate caused by speeding. And then ask the same question with thoughts of your own families and friends: What would be acceptable. The Program Manager reports directly to the Executive Director and is responsible for providing direct Policing is a challenge in every community and like every job, tools are support and information to victims of crime or trauma on a crisis or in-office basis. The Program developed to make it more efficient and safer. Would Photo enforcement exist Manager also attends court dates at the Morinville Provincial Courthouse. in almost every communty in Alberta if there was not an issue with regard to speeding - In Alberta, Canada, North America and across the world. More The Program Manager, in conjunction with the Executive Director is responsible for volunteer police can not be the answer when the simple answer should be follow the law recruitment and supervision and the public awareness of the not for profit program. of the community and look out for each others well being. Qualifications: As a past firefighter and as a person who plans for emergencies so • Post secondary degree or diploma in human service or social work communities can be protected, I find it a challenge everywhere when I (equivalencies and/or previous experience will be considered) see people saying its a Cash Cow. What is a life worth would be the better • 3 5 years’ experience preferred question. I know when I answered Edmonton’s Traffic Survey, my answer • Strong organizational, administrative and time management skills was zero and when I think of my family and friends it is defintily zero. Having • Able to handle stressful circumstances gone to funerals as a result of traffic accidents we mourn it as a senseless loss • Team player with the ability to work on their own because it is. • Able to work in a team environment in a small office setting • Must obtain an RCMP Enhanced Security Clearance (post interview) • Possess a valid Alberta Driver’s Licence Morinville RCMP Welcomes new • Ability to work some evenings and be on call for crisis support interim Detachment Commander • Computer proficiency in Word, Excel and PowerPoint submitted by Morinville RCMP For further information please refer to our website: www.sturgeonvictimservices.org

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Morinville will be getting a little brighter following a unanimous vote from Council approving new street lights at one of the Town’s highest volume intersection and street. The lights are to be installed along Cardiff Road up to 100 Street (Cardiff Corner) at a price tag not to exceed $105,000. The site currently lacks lighting at night and has a pedestrian path installed along the roadway. The intersection also serves as one of the primary intersections for vehicles entering Morinville off of Highway 2. Three additional lights are set to be installed within the development of South Glens itself at night, keeping residents more illuminated at night. This comes following a motion by Councillor Stephen Dafoe to get the project going, Dafoe and other members of Council noted how the project is intended to make South Glens feel more included 10607 - 100 Avenue Morinville with the rest of Morinville, and increase safety at this high traffic intersection. The project is the first to be funded through a new policy previously put in place by Councillor 780-939-6016 Dafoe to allocate Morinville’s photo radar (Automated Traffic Enforcement) revenue towards projects Open Mon-Thurs 10-10 that improve resident safety. Administration advised Council that there was $158,000 in ATE revenue Fri-Sat 10-11 Sun 10-8 from 2016. The project has previously been brought to Council for consideration by Town Administration and was brought back with the addition of three additional lights into South Glens proper. Councillor Brennan Fitzgerald noted his support for the project but commented that in the future Council should consider a list of potential options to allocate ATE funding before deciding on one project. With council’s term ending in a few months, he felt: “this is a great project to dedicate the [ATE funding] towards.” Dafoe’s motion passed unanimously with many comments of support from Council. Council has received a list of potential traffic and pedestrian safety initiatives and will discuss those at Committee of the Whole. Council had previously approved budget for a pedestrian crossing light at 107 Street and 100 9917 - 100 STREET Avenue; however, put the project on hold pending the province's decision to upgrade the lights to a SMITH MUSIC PLAZA full traffic light. 587-783-5134 In the 2017 Capital budget are solar trail lights for the Fish and Game Association pond and Dog [email protected] Park trail up to 100 Street.

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Page 6 | April 19, 2017 MorinvilleNews.com Tax penalty reduction 24 hour emergency service ◊ Furnace Repairs & Replacement ◊ Residential Furnace & Sheet Metal Installations ◊ Air Conditioning Systems Bylaw passes First Reading ◊ Air Cleaners ◊ Humidifiers by Tristan Turner ◊ Hot Water Tanks Morinville News Staff ◊ Water Softeners ◊ Duct Cleaning The First Reading of a revised bylaw proposed by Councillor Stephen Dafoe on reducing penalties for late property tax payers passed unanimously at Council’s regular meeting Apr. 11. garrysheatingservices.com 780.459.4919 The Town’s 22-year-old Unpaid Property Tax Penalty Bylaw levies a 15 per cent penalty on taxes not paid by June 30 and an 18 per cent penalty on property tax balances not paid by Dec. 31. The changes under the bylaw's revision would chop the fees for late payers in half, down to 7.5 percent for taxes not paid by June 30 and an additional 9 per cent on balances not paid by Dec. 31. PH: 780-939-2001 Dafoe made the motion arguing that it was in “light of our difficult economic times.” He went on to PH: 780-939-2001 FAX: 780-939-6105 argue that many people are still unemployed from the financial downturn and could use some relief FAX: 780-939-6205 from the Town. 97029702 - –100 100100 Street, Street,Street, This bylaw comes following Dafoe's motion at the last Council meeting for administration to come Morinville,Morinville, AB ABAB T8R T8RT8R 1G3 1G31G3 forward with information on what other communities charge and options to reduce late tax penalties. When first proposed, CAO Andrew Isbister suggested he could bring forward an additional proposal Real Estate Wills & Estates Family Law Corporate that would allow the CAO to reduce tax penalties to residents on a case-by-case basis when a Real Estate Wills & Estates Family Law Corporate resident asks for relief. But Isbister reported to Council Apr. 11 that the Alberta Municipal Governance Act (MGA) gives Council and only Council the power to provide tax relief. www.putnamlawson.com www.putnamlawson.com Chief Financial Office Shawna Jason reported to Council the proposed changes would bring the Town’s rates in line with nearby communities, which typically levy late tax penalties between 3 per cent and 12 percent. Second and potentially Third Reading of the Bylaw is expected to come forward on Apr. 25 at the next meeting of Council.

Dr. Ross Horricks Morinville Council meetings Dr. Brennan Lafleur to be live streamed Dr. Tim Barter by Tristan Turner Morinville News Correspondent GLENN VAN DIJKEN, MLA Town Administration will be starting a pilot project to Barrhead-Morinville-Westlock live stream Town Council meetings to Facebook within the next few months after a motion by Councillor Brennan 5106 50 Street FitzGerald. This decision comes following a report by Administration Box 4250 updating Council on progress made so far on getting live Barrhead, Alberta streaming up and running; a project Administration has T7N 1A3 been working on for a few months now. The Town’s permanent streaming setup is not yet 780-674-3225 complete, but it includes fixed swiveling cameras and a sound system that would enable Administration to broadcast audio directly from their current microphones used by each member of Council and Town staff during meetings. The Administration was short on nearly any details in their report for costs, timelines, and plans for the project, but CAO Andrew Isbister noted the permanent setup should be up and running before the next Council is sworn in. In the meantime, Councillor Brennan FitzGerald made a motion to try an interim streaming set up using a simple mobile phone or tablet to stream the meeting to Facebook live. Facebook live is • Physical Therapy • Massage • IMS • Orthotics • Acupuncture a service integrated into the popular social media platform that allows individuals or organizations to stream live video from a mobile device and enables views to ‘react/like’ or comment in real time along with up to thousands of simultaneous viewers. Communications Coordinator Felicity Bergman warned that the audio of this interim setup may not be of the highest quality, but that it could at least be attempted while the final setup is in development over the next few months. Lori Shupak Andrea Eberhardt Dana Vinge Tricia Levo Thanh Tang FitzGerald’s motion passed unanimously, with positive comments from most of Council. Mayor Physical Therapist Physical Therapist Massage Therapist Massage Therapist Physical Therapist Holmes noted her support for the idea, saying that she felt attempting this inexpensive setup now will give council greater insight on making funding decisions for the final version of the project.

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MorinvilleNews.com April 19, 2017 | Page 7 opportunities for discounted massage rates. Young Entrepreneur launches In addition to massage, sessions for acupuncture, cupping, body wraps, Reiki (for both adults and children), and body scrubs are all available. Esthetics such as waxing, facials, and pedicures can also be booked. Morinville’s Newest Wellness Studio The studio has boutique space, where by Jennifer Lavallee organic soaps, glass art, and organic, nut-free, Morinville News Correspondent teas are a few of items lining the shelves. One element Sherwin is hoping will set A few months ago, on February 14— Body Barn apart, and goes with the idea of Valentine’s Day—Kristen Sherwin launched “whole-body” wellness, is blood testing. “We a new labour of love. It was the day in have a registered nurse and lab technician which she officially opened the doors to here who can take blood samples for a variety her new massage therapy business in of tests,” Sherwin said. Examples of potential Morinville called, Body Barn. Fast-forward tests include pre-employment drug and alcohol two months later, and she’s still in love. testing, paternity testing, and food intolerance “I wasn’t planning on starting a testing. business this early [in my career], Taking it a step further, Sherwin also has but everything kind of fell into place health and safety equipment for purchase at unexpectedly,” she explained in an Body Barn, such as custom orthotics, molded interview. “One night, I was driving by, and ear plugs, prescription safety glasses, and I saw this building was available, and it hearing/sound audits. For the most part, Body happened to be right beside a yoga studio; Barn does direct billing to all major insurance it’s very complementary to what I do. So, I companies. called the building’s owner, and the ball got “I’ve been hearing positive feedback from rolling.” people, but I’m not surprised about that Sherwin, who is a registered massage because people from Morinville seem to always therapist, now employs eight staff be so supportive,” noted Sherwin, who said members. The young entrepreneur is running a business has been fun, but at times positioning her business as a “one-stop has also been stressful. shop” for body wellness services, some of Marketing the business and getting the which have not been offered in the Town word out there on everything Body Barn does before. has been the biggest challenge so far, she Obviously, massage is Sherwin’s leading said. Despite that, she's been finding early service. That includes relaxation and deep successes which she credits largely to her tissue massage, couples and pregnancy staff. massage, and even lymphatic drainage “Our team here is so great; they are passionate, and you can see that they are massage (to mention a few options). Kristen Sherwin, one of Morinville’s newest young business owners, driven when they’re here. They are excited to Appointments are available in 60-minute launched a body wellness studio and boutique, called Body Barn, in be a part of a studio like this, from the ground sessions; however, express (30 minutes) recent months. up,” remarked the business owner. and extended (90 minutes) massages can - Jennifer Lavallee Photo also be booked. Body Barn is located on 101 Street, Starting in May, a few massage therapist next to My Strength Wellness Studio and is students will begin their practicum hours at Body Barn, which means open Mondays through Saturdays (and by appointment for massages on Sundays, as well).

SCOTT COOK AND THE SECOND CHANCES Saturday, April 22, 2017 Cocktails: 6 pm Dinner: 6:30 pm Show: 7:30 pm @ the “Scott Cook has distilled his travels down into songs powered by a sharp eye for imagery, a healthy dose of humanity, and that unforgettable voice, that at the same time intones the rigors of the road and the most comfortable couch you have ever slept on.” -David Francey, 3x Juno-winning songwriter. LIVE CCC LIVE

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Pulled Pork and Politics Pulled Pork and Politics Barrhead.Morinville.Westlock ConstituencyBarrhead.Morinville.Westlock Association would like to invite you to meet with: Constituency Association would like to invite you to meet with: Brian Jean Leader of Brianthe Ofﬁcial Jean Opposition Leader of the Ofﬁcial& Opposition As we celebrate our 25th Anniversary, Sturgeon Victim Services is in need of team Glenn vanDijken& members for the following volunteer roles: MLA Barrhead.Morinville.WestlockGlenn vanDijken ROLE Time Commitment Board Members 2 hours per month MLA Barrhead.Morinville.Westlock Victim Advocates 4 to 6 hours per month Saturday, April 22, 2017 Social Media Coordinator 2 hours per month 5:00 - 7:00 PM Saturday, April 22, 2017 Morinville Community Cultural Centre Please visit our website for more details or stop by our booth at 5:00 - 7:00 PM the upcoming Morinville Chamber Trade Show April 21 & 22, 2017. 9502-100 Ave. Morinville Community Cultural Centre Membership not required to attend! 780-939-4590 • Great opportunity to meet9502-100 and ask questionsAve. of sturgeonvictimservices.org the Official Opposition Leader and local MLA. • Great opportunity to buy or renew membership. • NOTE: Membership required to vote on Party future. Real NEWS • Brian Jean will be attending the last few hours of the Trade Show Apr. 22. In Real TIME MorinvilleNews.com 38th Annual Seniors Choral Festival Featuring 6 Regional Choirs May 5, 2017 - 1 p.m. St. Jean Baptiste Church, Morinville Hosted By The Morinville Minstrels

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The Morinville Minstrels will host the 38th Annual Seniors Choral Festival in Morinville May 5. - Submitted Graphic

recognition of Canada's 150th birthday celebrations. "We've asked them to sing some Canadian content, or songs about May begins with the Canada, or music or lyrics written by a Canadian," Moquin said. The choirs coming to town include two from Athabasca and one each from Barrhead, Westlock, and Bonnyville. The Minstrels currently have 25 members and the choirs joining them in Morinville range from 16 to 28 sounds of seniors members apiece. In total, Moquin anticipates about 120 senior singers coming to town to participate. But it's not the size of the choir that counts. Rather, it is the enthusiasm singing for coming together for a day of fellowship, song and spreading some joy. "We have a motto: Singing keeps you young," Moquin said of the A half dozen seniors choirs from across the province will gather in group's motivation and mission. "We enjoy doing it. People enjoy hearing Morinville May 5 for the 38th Annual Seniors Choral Festival. The afternoon us. It works well." of song, hosted by the Morinville Minstrels, will take place at St. Jean Moquin and her fellow Morinville Minstrels are hoping to fill the pews Baptiste Church at 1 p.m. and is open to everyone in and out of the May 5 for the event. community. "It's an afternoon of good music," she said. "It will be Canadian content Morinville Minstrels member Diana Moquin said this year's event is the this year. It's a couple of hours just to come and enjoy." third hosted in Morinville by the Minstrels. Each year the Seniors Choral Admission to the event is a donation to the Morinville Food Bank. Festival travels to the home community of one of the participating choirs. In addition to hosting the 38th Annual Seniors Choral Festival in May, "Each choir takes a turn," Moquin said. "It's an all day event. The choirs the Minstrels are planning to continue to organize the annual Community start coming in around 11 o'clock to the Rendez-Vous Centre. The club is Christmas Celebration in December, an event they took over last year. preparing lunch for them as a fundraiser for the club. We then all go to the Both events are a great lead up to the Minstrel's 20th anniversary next church and sing." year. The group performs in and out of Morinville, often at seniors lodges This year's iteration of the annual event has a Canadiana theme in and choir events. Spring into ourWe 25% Do Repairs off all in store Watch sizing $5.00 9602 - 100 Street - Morinville watches Watchand battery clocks replacement sale $7.00-10.00 780-939-3920 [email protected] Chain soldering $25.00 Mon. Tue. Wed. Fri. 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Custom and Computer Thur 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. Size ring down $37.00 Jewellery Design Sat 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Jewellery & Gift Sales SizeWe ring Are up Now Accepting $45.00 and up Engraving Custom Grad Or Eye Glass Repair Mother’sWith DayExtensive Orders! Experience, Watch Batteries All Work Is Completed In House.

Page 10 | April 19, 2017 MorinvilleNews.com Library hoping to have their cake ... and it eat it, too Bakers sought to create anniversary cake by Stephen Dafoe

The Library is inviting bakers from around the region to participate in their Cake Off competition May 6th at 2 p.m. A panel of five judges, yet to be revealed, will dive into the cakes to determine the best. Judges are looking for three categories: taste, design, and relevance to the library and its 50th-anniversary theme. First prize is a $150 contract to bake the 50th-Anniversary cake with credit given to the baker in all advertising, photos, and at the celebration, as well as a full review of the baker published on the library website. Second prize is a $50 gift card and recognition on the library website and social media, and third prize is a $25 gift card and recognition on the library's website and social media. Library Supervisor Ashley Cain said the topic of a themed cake to honour the anniversary came up during the first planning committee meeting, and that after further discussion, the plan for a cake competition was born. "The main objective of the competition is to get people thinking of a design and pitching it to the judges," Cain said. "The committee didn't put any restrictions on the design so that participants will have the freedom to be as creative as they want. They've only asked that the cake design relates to the library and its anniversary. Otherwise, style, flavour, and ingredients are completely up to them." Cain said jut before the contest registration launch; the library sent a few dozen letters out to professional bakers around the region including some in Edmonton; however, to date, none have replied. The library is hoping to have five bakers commit to competing May. 6. Registration runs until May 1 and can be made by phone, email or in person at the library. Participants are asked to put down a deposit of $20 to hold their spot, which will be returned at the competition.

Cat cafe for volunteer appreciation

The library is partnering with the Morinville Vet Clinic and hosting a pop- up cat café as a unique volunteer appreciation night Apr. 20 in the library program room The night runs 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and all the pets are up for adoption. Food, games and prizes will also form part of the evening. For more information email [email protected] or call 780-939- 3292.

We would like everyone to meet Valentina! This cutie pa-tootie came into the clinic very close to Valentine’s Day, which is why we chose the name Valentina. This girl is very adventurous. She loves to explore. She is sweet with just the right amount of sass mixed in. She has a very nice coat with an extra furry tail. If you give her some blankets, she will roll herself into a “purr-ito”. She seems to get along with people and other animals. She has just been spayed, microchipped, 100s of Air Miles tattooed, vaccinated, dewormed, Points Available and is now ready to find that special Each Week From forever home. Come meet this Our In Store Specials wonderful gal today! 9804 90 Ave. Morinville 780-939-3133 www.morinvillevet.com MORINVILLE Locally Owned & Operated Susie & Shaun Thompson - Owners 780.939.4418 10003 - 100 Avenue - Morinville Open Daily: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.

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Gold at Provincials

The Georges H. Primeau Coyotes brought home the Provincial Champion banner after a tight win at in Athabasca. They competed against five other teams and preformed their strongest routine this season. Congratulations to both the athletes and coaches!

– Samantha Ringuette Photos

Silver Winners

The Morinville Community High School Wolves Cheer team took silver at Cheer provincials Apr. 8.

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Hall of Fame The opening of the North Central Alberta Baseball League’s Hall of Fame at the Musée Morinville Museum coincided with the league’s 50th anniversary. The permanent display can be seen Wednesday to Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. - Stephen Dafoe Photos

Page 12 | April 19, 2017 MorinvilleNews.com Atom B win gold This great team won a big event just past our last print deadline, but we wanted to congratulate the Sturgeon Mustangs Atom 3B team for winning gold in the B Division at Tournament of Champions over the Apr. 1 weekend. The Atom B team won 4-0 against the St.Albert Warriors. Thanks to manager Arpi Salhani for the photos.

Midget Sabretooths on the win

The Morinville Orijen Midget Sabretooths have been on the win in their spring league efforts. The girls blasted through their opening week with three consecutive wins to give them a strong standing out of the gate. The girls won 65-27 in their opening game and earned back- to-back wins Apr. 8 with a 49-42 win over SBA and a 58-48 win over St. Albert Slam. The girls had a break last week and over the Easter weekend. Their next game was Apr. 18. See MorinvilleNews.com this week for game results.

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“Scott Cook has distilled his travels Upcoming Town Events down into songs powered by a sharp eye for imagery, a healthy dose of humanity, and that unforgettable Morinville & District Community Trade Show voice, that at the same time intones Business Through the Decades the rigors of the road and the Friday, April 21, 2017 | Saturday, April 22, 2017 most comfortable couch you Time: April 21: 12 - 8 p.m. have ever slept on.” — David Francey, April 22: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 3x Juno-winning songwriter Location: Ray McDonald Sports Center (9908-104 St.) Event will feature Auto Row, Food Trucks, Saturday, April 22, 2017 Live Entertainment, and a separate area Tickets: $50 Adults for Home Based Businesses. Go to www.morinvillechamber.com for more details. $40 Senior/Student ...... Morinville Pitch-In/Operation Clean Sweep Sponsored by: Wednesday, May 3, 2017 Morinville Pitch-In/Operation Clean Sweep on May 3 marks the 52nd Annual Pitch-In Canada Week. This program is the largest environmental improvement campaign in Canada and the Municipality of Morinville, as well as local schools, businesses and residents will be doing their part! For more information, or to sign up, COMMUNITY CULTURAL CENTRE | 9502 - 100 AVE | 780.939.7888 | morinville.ca contact Melonie Dziwenka at 780.939.7833, or visit www.morinville.ca Celebrating Our ...... Operation Life Saver Candidate Information Session Local Volunteers Wednesday, May 10, 2017 | 6:30 p.m. nd National Volunteer Week: April 23 - 29 Location: Council Chambers (2 Floor, 10125-100 Ave) Information will be provided on Council’s Roles Join us in recognizing, appreciating and thanking volunteers and Responsibilities, Time Commitment, Council of all ages who contribute to our community in a variety of Remuneration and Election Process (nomination ways. Morinville Volunteers has developed into a program requirements, election legislation, and campaign providing the volunteers and organizations with the resources requirements). The 2017 Candidate Handbook is now they need to continue successfully volunteering within the available for anyone considering running for Municipal community and to support their volunteers the best way — Council at www.morinville.ca/election. Rail Safety Week: April 24 - April 30 within their own organizations. Removing individual awards ...... Did you know? Trespassing on railway tracks and property and recognizing Morinville Volunteers is an essential part of Bike Rodeo (Ages 6-12) celebrating our community volunteers. is the leading cause of rail-related deaths in Canada. By Thursday, May 11, 2017 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. definition, trespassing on railway property is illegal. Organization $150 Volunteer Grants — each organization Location: Ray McDonald Sports Center (9908-104 St.) Look! Listen! LIVE! within Morinville can apply for up to $150/per organization Admission: FREE funding that contributes to the further development and Morinville Enforcement Services, and Alberta Health See Tracks? Think train! celebration of their own volunteers. This grant will be Services are pleased to bring you this 2017 Bike Safety For more Rail Safety Tips, please visit available April 3 with a submission deadline of April 28 and and Awareness Event. Pre-register online at www. www.operationlifesaver.ca can be used throughout the 2017 year. morinville.ca or call Community Services at 780.939.7839...... Volunteer Workshops FOR A FULL LISTING OF COMMUNITY Town Reminders Both workshops are presented by Heather Nicol of Alberta EVENTS GO TO WWW.MORINVILLE.CA Culture and Tourism — Community Development and held at ...... the Morinville Community Cultural Centre. Pre-registration is Holiday Trailers required as there are limited spaces available. All trailers parked on the roadway MUST be attached to April 24 When People and Expectations Collide its towing unit. From April 1 to October 31, trailers may 6:30-9:00 p.m. be parked at the front of a property as long as it is parked April 27 Show Me The Money Town Council on an approved hard surface (i.e. driveway, parking pad). 6:30-9:00 p.m. Agenda packages for Regular Council & Committee No portion of any trailer or vehicle may block, impede or Volunteers In Action Display encroach any portion of a sidewalk. No portion of a trailer Morinville truly showcases some of the most committed of the Whole Meetings are posted on the Town may overhang or encroach onto an adjacent roadway. volunteers and community driven organizations. Help us website at www.morinville.ca by 4:30 p.m. the Friday ...... prior to the meeting date. Lane Grading showcase the Volunteers In Action by providing pictures All gravel lanes and back alleys as well as East Boundary Road of your volunteers from your organization involved in your Regular Council Meeting (RR 252) are inspected regularly and graded as required; programs, events, and meetings. Send your pictures and write up to [email protected] April 25, 2017 | 7:30 p.m. problem areas will be addressed on a priority basis. Please Council Chambers note that grading is weather dependent as access must be We will display these pictures throughout Volunteer Week St. Germain Place 10125-100 Ave. dry prior to grading. To report a problem call Public Works at of April 23-28 in the Community Cultural Centre Foyer. Come ...... 780.939.2590. by and view all of the activity our volunteers create in a year. Regular Council Meeting ...... Organics Waste Collection May 9, 2017 | 7:30 p.m. #HAVEYOURSAY Organics Waste Collection starts on a weekly basis May 2 or 3 2017 Resident Survey Council Chambers (depending on your location), and will continue on a weekly ...... St. Germain Place 10125-100 Ave. collection basis until the end of October. Committee of the Whole Meeting For the complete waste collection schedule, please go to Morinville is currently undertaking a 2017 Resident Survey http://morinville.ca/services/waste-management May 16, 2017 | 6:30 p.m...... to determine satisfaction with such things as civic services, Council Chambers Tree Pruning financial planning & communication. This survey is available St. Germain Place 10125-100 Ave. Morinville has begun its annual tree maintenance program. from March 27 to May 5 online or via hard copy available at the ...... This includes pruning and removal of dead or diseased Town Office, Community Cultural Centre or Public Library. Council Highlights — available online trees. It is the Municipality’s responsibility to maintain trees The survey can be completed online at: Council highlights provide a short, informal update on located on Town boulevards. To report a problem, please call https://questionnaire.simplesurvey.com/s/2017-resident-survey what occurred at the Council Meetings. To access the Public Works at 780.939.2590. and should take approximately 15 to 20 minutes. #HaveYourSay! highlights, visit www.morinville.ca

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