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Fresh Apparel – Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Nov 5, 2019
1 min

Fresh Apparel – Grand Opening

Fresh Apparel hosted their Grand Opening at Craig’s Cornerstone in Vermilion on November 1 – 2. Customers enjoyed the opportunity to browse lifestyle and seasonal clothing as well as men’s and women’s everyday wear and accessories. Open since May, the Grand Opening offered special discounts and sweets throughout the weekend. “On behalf of the Town of Vermilion I’d like to congratulate you on your grand opening and wish you all the success in the future. Seeing new business sh

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Modern Edge Painting Ltd. - Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Oct 22, 2019
1 min

Modern Edge Painting Ltd. - Grand Opening

Dignitaries and community members gathered at Modern Edge Painting Ltd. in Vermilion as they held their Grand Opening on October 18. “It’s exciting; this is a great way to keep a strong business in our community and nice to have new entrepreneurs in Vermilion. The store also has a fresh new look,” said Mayor Caroline McAuley. Co-owner and sales consultant, Lisa Beveridge, said that she is thrilled to be a part of what is going on downtown. According to her, they hit the g

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Harbrook & Paisley – Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Oct 1, 2019
1 min

Harbrook & Paisley – Grand Opening

Community members and dignitaries gathered at Harbrook & Paisley in Vermilion to celebrate their Grand Opening on September 27 - 28. Chamber of Commerce president, Dave DeVos said, “It’s great to see the growth continuing in downtown Vermilion with entrepreneurs stepping up and the variety they provide.” Customers enjoyed the opportunity to shop for new seasonal footwear and outerwear, as well as the opportunity to enter several draws. Coffee and cupcakes provided by The Re

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Cornerstone Co-op – Vermilion Liquor Store

Reporter Elaina John

Sep 17, 2019
1 min

Cornerstone Co-op – Vermilion Liquor Store

Cornerstone Co-op was excited to welcome everyone during their Grand Opening of their new liquor store in Vermilion on September 13. General Manager, Graham Getz, welcomed everyone and thanked the entire Co-op team. “At Cornerstone we make life better in our communities. Co-op is a different kind of business. We are proud of being local,” said Getz. Mayor Caroline McAuley was happy to see the opening as a way of maintaining the business sector in the community and said, “C

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Agland Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Jun 27, 2019
2 min

Agland Grand Opening

Approximately 200 people gathered at Vermilion Agland as they held the Grand Opening of their new shop at 4915-47 Avenue on June 18. Chris Wilson has been working with Agland for the past 13 years, and as the Service Manager for the past seven years. “The size of the equipment, the popularity of John Deere machines, and our technician base has gradually increased in that time from three to five or six and now to 12 technicians,” said Wilson. Between the Lloydminster, St.

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Gold Horse Casino – Grand Opening

Jan 22, 2019
2 min

Gold Horse Casino – Grand Opening

The Gold Horse Casino held their Grand Opening celebration in Lloydminster from January 17 - 19. The three-day event featured everything from live entertainment by Aaron Goodvin, The Trews, James Barker Band and free cupcakes, to exciting opportunities to win one of two trips to Las Vegas, a backyard set with fire pit, free slot play in Daily Hot Seat draws, Vegas showgirls and showguys, and more! “GHC is the newest member of SIGA’s family of casinos and Lloydminster’s prem

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Self Centred Yoga & Wellness - Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Dec 11, 2018
1 min

Self Centred Yoga & Wellness - Grand Opening

Dignitaries, family, and friends gathered to celebrate the Grand Opening of Self Centred Yoga & Wellness in Vermilion on December 5. The new business is located at 4819 - 47 Avenue, and guests were treated to a tour and information about their services. Chelsea and Courtney Bessette will be offering body talk, yoga, doula support, and are looking to hire a massage therapist. “We’re so happy to be here, and to have your support,” said Courtney. The sisters have been in the

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Cornerstone Co-op Pharmacy Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Dec 4, 2018
3 min

Cornerstone Co-op Pharmacy Grand Opening

The chatter of excited customers, Town representatives, Cornerstone board members, and staff filled the air as you entered Vermilions new Cornerstone Co-op’s Pharmacy location on November 29th for its Grand Opening. The store is located across the street from the current Cornerstone Co-op Grocery store in the administration building. General Manager Graham Getz is thankful for all the support they have received throughout the process of the pharmacy setup. “On behalf of the

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Rural Roots / Barnyard Creations Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Nov 28, 2018
1 min

Rural Roots / Barnyard Creations Grand Opening

Back row from left, Economic Development Coordinator Mary Lee Prior, Mayor Caroline McAuley, Cole Goad, Vern Goad, Brenda Goad, Donna Bielech, and Donna Kiziak. Front Row from left Councillors, Robert Pulyk, and Justin Thompson. Photos Angela Mouly Dignitaries, family, and friends gathered at Rural Roots / Barnyard Creations to help celebrate their Grand Opening on November 23. “I’m ecstatic to have your business in town. It’s a really unique opportunity to offer the engrav

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Heartland Insurance Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Nov 13, 2018
1 min

Heartland Insurance Grand Opening

From left, Economic Development Coordinator Mary Lee Prior, Deputy Mayor Justin Thompson, Owner Lynn Filgate, Councillor Robert Pulyk, and Vermilion Chamber Office Manager Shannon Leonard. Photo Angela Mouly Heartland Insurance welcomed dignitaries, colleagues, and customers during their Grand Opening in Vermilion on November 5. Owner, Lynn Filgate, has been working with insurance for the past 21 years, and is thrilled to be offering general, home, auto, commercial, farm, a

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Uniquely U Styles - Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Oct 3, 2018
1 min

Uniquely U Styles - Grand Opening

From left, Chamber Office Manager Shannon Leonard, Linda Boychuk, Deputy Mayor Clint McCullough, Owner Rita Elliott, Krista Niedzielski, and Economic Development Coordinator Mary Lee Prior during the ribbon cutting ceremony at Uniquely U Styles on September 27. Photo Angela Mouly Dignitaries and customers gathered at Uniquely U Styles in Vermilion to celebrate their Grand Opening on September 27. Deputy Mayor, Clint McCullough said, “Congratulations! It looks awesome; I love

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Animal Health Clinic Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Sep 11, 2018
2 min

Animal Health Clinic Grand Opening

Second-year AHT student Haylie-Ann LaFrance (center) cuts the ribbon to open Lakeland College’s new Animal Health Clinic on Friday, Sept. 7. LaFrance is joined by (L-R) Elaine Suddaby, AHT program head; Josie Van Lent, dean of Lakeland’s School of Agricultural Sciences; Dr. Richard Starke, MLA for Vermilion-Lloydminster; Bryan Perkins, interim chair of Lakeland’s Board of Governors; Dr. Alice Wainwright-Stewart, president and CEO of Lakeland College; Jamie Curran, assistant

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Dewberry Community Hall – Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Sep 11, 2018
1 min

Dewberry Community Hall – Grand Opening

Approximately 100 dignitaries and community members attended the Grand Opening of the Dewberry Community Hall on September 8. County of Vermilion River Reeve, Dale Swyripa, congratulated the community on their new building and said, “A hall like this will bring the community together. There must be a real passion for your community to have a group make sure the plans come through to fruition.” Vermilion-Lloydminster MLA Dr. Richard Starke noted that after six and a half yea

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Lighten Up Therapy & Wellness – Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Jun 18, 2018
1 min

Lighten Up Therapy & Wellness – Grand Opening

Community members gathered to celebrate the Grand Opening of Lighten Up Therapy & Wellness in Vermilion on June 14. Staff and representatives of the Town kicked the event off with a ribbon cutting ceremony, and a barbeque complete with sides and cupcakes was soon underway. Throughout the afternoon, customers enjoyed shopping and seeing what products and services were available, as well as the hourly specials and a promotional spinning wheel that gave the option to win free i

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F’Laura n’ Company Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Jun 4, 2018
1 min

F’Laura n’ Company Grand Opening

F’Laura n’ Company was thrilled to host a Grand Opening for their greenhouse in Vermilion on June 2. They also celebrated five years in business, but it was their first year in the new building. Everything is grown in a greenhouse on their farm beginning in February, and this is their third year operating in town. “We are very excited for the future, and have already received two catalogues for the 2019 growing season,” said Laura Waterfield. Laura moved to Vermilion in

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A Day At Daines & Daubney

Reporter Elaina John

May 7, 2018
2 min

A Day At Daines & Daubney

From left, Councillor Robert Pulyk, owner Dana Smith, Mayor Caroline McAuley, and manager Melissa Rowe participate in the ribbon cutting ceremony. Photo Emily Wahlstrom Daines & Daubney opened in Vermilion on March 24. On May 5 the chatter of excited customers filled the air as you entered Vermilion’s new Daines & Daubney decor location for their grand opening. The store is a second location, owned and operated by Dana Smith and her husband, who also owns the Daines & Daubne

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Fix Auto Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Feb 26, 2018
1 min

Fix Auto Grand Opening

From left, Owners Nick and Stacey Wight receive the New Business plaque from Town of Vermilion representatives Greg Barr and Mary Lee Prior. Photo Shawna Chernichen Fix Auto hosted their Grand Opening for their newly opened shop at 4512 -45 Street in Vermilion on February 23. The Grand opening featured tours of the shop along with a beef on a bun lunch and refreshments. Town of Vermilion representatives Mary Lee Prior, community economic development coordinator and Councilor

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Fix Auto Vermilion

Reporter Elaina John

Feb 12, 2018
2 min

Fix Auto Vermilion

From left Nick Wight, Stacey Wight, Cary McCagherty, Jeff Wight Fix Auto opened for business in Vermilion on January 15 and will be hosting a Grand Opening on February 23, from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Grand opening will feature tours of the new shop as well as a beef on a bun lunch with refreshments. Owners, Nick and Stacey Wight, are excited about the new venture and what it offers to Vermilion. Nick ran Vermilion Auto Body for the past eight years and has switched locations

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Dewberry Arena Grand Opening

Reporter Elaina John

Nov 28, 2017
2 min

Dewberry Arena Grand Opening

MLA Dr. Richard Starke chatted with hockey players Rhett Romanchuk, Eric Applegate, Adam Applegate, and Matty Pavka at the Dewberry Arena Grand Opening on November 24. Photos Angela Mouly Approximately 200 people gathered at the Dewberry Arena on November 24, as the Dewberry Agricultural Society held their official Grand Opening. The day was full of events as a Dewberry Mustangs skills camp was held along with free skating, a silent and live auction, balloon pop, a ‘Fly Me Aw

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Reporter Elaina John

Jul 17, 2017
3 min

Webb’s Ford Celebrates Brand New Building

From left, Andrew Webb, Darcy Fadden, Tim Witt- Ford VP Sales, Scott Webb, Michael Webb, Harp Khela, Daryl Watt, Dr. Richard Starke-MLA, Dan Webb, Milt Anderson, and Adam Webb. Webb’s Ford held the Grand Opening of their new dealership located in Vermilion on July 12. The event began with staff welcoming long time customers to their open house where they had the opportunity to view the new facility as well as a selection of new and classic Ford vehicles located in the shop. M

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