Vermilion Town Council carried a motion to accept a $950,000 offer from Public Services and Procurement Canada to purchase the four lots required for a new RCMP detachment. “We’ve had this discussion for some time – looking for a new location for the RCMP detachment in our community. Working with …

The federal government is going to work this summer on getting an updated count on how big the population of Canada really is. As the federal Census rolls out in May, the Town of Vermilion is asking residents to participate in order to create an accurate population count. “They figure …

Examining pandemic life, Kitscoty Hall president, Rick Evans, has high hopes for the longevity of the local gathering place and advises everyone to be patient until regulations are relaxed. “We had a pretty substantial rainy day fund, but it’s been raining for a while,” said Evans. “We did lose our …

Vermilion mayor says she intends on running for position again. Information below for other local communities. For the first time ever, municipalities across Alberta have opened nominations for their fall elections from January 1 – September 20. In previous years, the nomination period would have lasted only 30 days prior …

Located at the Catholic Parish of the Holy Name, the Vermilion Food Bank changed to new hours last week, and now operates 12:30 – 2:30 pm every Friday. “We don’t want to miss people because of the change, and we want to help whoever needs help,” said Geraldine Collins. “Compared …

Alberta courts continue to experience changes and disruptions. Carla Jones, Communications Advisor for the Justice and Solicitor General, said Alberta’s government undertook many changes to ensure Albertans have access to justice during the pandemic. “To address the backlogs and shorten wait times, several vacant court positions have been filled in …

Area residents are encouraged to participate in a new Design-a-Bookmark Contest at Vermilion Public Library for the next month. Programs coordinator, Sheila Heit, said the program is for everybody. There is no limit on the media used or restriction on subject matter or topic. “You can draw in crayon, ink, …

Lakeland College is offering Canada’s first degree in agriculture technology this fall. The program is said to be developed to allow students to keep ahead of the curve in the evolving world of agricultural technology. Lakeland’s bachelor of agriculture technology program offers real-world experience with the latest agricultural equipment, software, …

Alberta Minister of Health, Tyler Shandro declared the Covid-19 outbreak at Vermilion Valley Lodge over today. “Of the eight total cases (three residents and five staff), all have made a full recovery,” said recreation director, Brittany Lysons. For perspective on nearby living quarters, the Vermilion Valley Lodge has 84 rooms …

Dozens of lots are up for sale with the County of Minburn’s new ‘Buy a Lot for a Loonie’ program. As long as dwellings are constructed within a certain time frame, purchasers may eligible for this program in Vegreville, Lavoy, Ranfurly, Minburn, and Mannville. Planning and Development Officer, Devin Gegolick …