Vermilion Lions Club members Lloyd Tovell and Jimmy Cryderman collecting donated glasses. Photo Lorna Hamilton For more than a century, Lions Clubs International has been a global leader in the fight against vision impairment and blindness, a mission it has championed since 1925. On February 25, members of the Vermilion Lions Club continued that legacy close to home. Lloyd Tovell and Jimmy Cryderman stopped by Cornerstone Co-op to collect used eyeglasses that had been donated

Vermilion and area schools came together to spread a powerful message of kindness and inclusion as students and staff members proudly wore pink in recognition of Pink Shirt Day. Classrooms and hallways were filled with shades of pink as schools participated in activities promoting respect, empathy, and standing up against bullying. From handmade posters and classroom discussions to themed assemblies and kindness initiatives, students took an active role in reinforcing the imp

The Vermilion Jr. B Tigers opened their playoff run February 28 on home ice against the Wainwright Bisons, drawing a packed crowd that filled the arena parking lot before puck drop. Fans were welcomed by Vermilion Credit Union volunteers working the gate and 50/50 table. Saturday’s guaranteed $2,000 50/50 jackpot was sponsored by Southview Trucking Ltd., Webb’s Machinery Ltd., and Vermilion Iron Works Ltd. The Tigers also partnered with the Vermilion RCMP, with community memb

The Vermilion Lions Club presented a $1,000 cheque to the Vermilion U13 Tigerettes on February 26 to help support their tournament. Photo Lorna Hamilton

FunMeet Photo Submitted The Vermilion Skating Club hosted a successful weekend of skating during its 10th Annual FunMeet and STAR 1–3 event held February 20 and 21. A total of 163 skaters from 11 clubs, travelling from Cold Lake to Edmonton, participated in the competition. Vermilion was well represented with 36 local skaters, ages three to fourteen, proudly taking to the ice and showcasing the skills developed throughout the season. The club extends sincere thanks to visiti

From left, Craig Bignell and Suzanne Levesque of Over The Moon performing. Photo Greg Haselhurst Photography The Vermilion Allied Arts Council hosted a truly memorable Valentine’s Day concert on February 14, welcoming Alberta duo Over the Moon to the Lakeland College Alumni Hall Theatre for an evening of music, stories, and community connection. The award-winning husband-and-wife team, Suzanne Levesque and Craig Bignell, brought their signature blend of acoustic roots, swing,

The Community Closet would like to extend its heartfelt appreciation to the residents of Vermilion and surrounding area for their incredible support following the move to its new location. Since reopening in the new space, the Closet has experienced an outpouring of generosity. Donations have continued to arrive steadily, customers have been searching for special treasures, and many new volunteers have stepped forward to offer their time. As a fully volunteer-run organization

From left, Mary Lee Prior, Liese McIntyre, Robert Snow, and Aiyana Thompson. Photo Lorna Hamilton Town of Vermilion officials gathered on February 19 to celebrate the official ribbon cutting and plaque presentation for The Mane Lounge, a hair salon owned and operated by Liese McIntyre at 5105 – 50th Ave. The event welcomed Town of Vermilion Mayor Robert Snow, Town of Vermilion Economic Development Manager Mary Lee Prior, and Vermilion Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ai

From left, LIons Clulb members Peter Clark and Tyson Tschauner, Bobbi-jo Sweeney, and Lions member Sam Alhalabi. Photo Lorna Hamilton On February 20, Cornerstone Co-op Liquor Manager Bobbi-Jo Sweeney graciously presented a cheque in the amount of $274.65 to Vermilion Lions Club members Secretary/Treasurer Peter Clark, Tyson Tschauner, and Sam Alhalabi in support of the club’s Santa Anonymous project. “The Cornerstone Liquor Store has a strong tradition of supporting Santa’s A

On February 7th, at the Alberta Association of Agricultural Societies (AAAS) Convention in Edmonton, the Wasylik family of Chatsworth Farm were one of the 2025 Northern Alberta Farm Family award recipients, nominated by the County of Vermilion River. For Rick and Johanna Wasylik, who started farming together in 1994 the year after Rick bought the land, and their children Charlotte, Nick, and Alex, who now farm with them, the Farm Family Award recognizing Chatsworth Farm is a

On February 17, Council for the Town of Vermilion held its regularly scheduled meeting in Council Chambers and via Zoom, addressing a wide range of governance updates, strategic initiatives, and community-focused decisions. A significant portion of the evening was dedicated to strengthening the Town’s emergency preparedness framework. Council gave first reading to the updated Emergency Management Bylaw No. 1-2026, a comprehensive modernization of the Town’s existing emergency

Owners of Reflections Funeral & Cremation Services, Candice and Josh Anderson, along with Alva and Harry Creech of Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home (Vermilion), would like to share that we have entered into an agreement for a planned transition of Creech’s Lakeland Funeral Home’s Vermilion location, with an anticipated closing date of Monday, March 2, 2026. This transaction is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of conditions and has not yet closed. Until closing occurs, owne

Sonya Lee Reporter The Vermilion Public Library will welcome the community for a special screening of The Jackie Shane Story on Friday, February 21 (honouring Black History Month), offering an evening of music, history, and reflection through the life of a truly groundbreaking performer. The documentary shares the remarkable journey of Jackie Shane, a trailblazing soul singer who rose to prominence during the 1960s. Celebrated for her powerful voice and magnetic stage presenc

On February 6, the Executive Director of the Vermilion & District Chamber, Aiyana Thompson, alongside the Town of Vermilion’s Economic Development Manager, Mary Lee Prior, officially welcomed a new local business to the community with a plaque presentation and ribbon cutting ceremony: Captain Sid’s Kitchen, located at 4915–50 Avenue. Owners Michele Palagayao and Isidro Ibias had lived in Edmonton for 11 years before making the move to Vermilion in November 2024. Drawn by both

The Vermilion Lions Club was once again living up to its long-standing tradition of service and community support during a series of meaningful presentations held in early February. On February 5, Vermilion Lions Club Secretary and Treasurer Peter Clark, along with Lions members Don Good and Tony Kaminski, met with members of the St. Jerome’s Senior Student Council to receive a cheque for $430. The donation will go toward the Lions Club Santa’s Anonymous project, helping to s

Sonya Lee Reporter Cindi Plant grew up in Saskatchewan, studied Interior Design in Manitoba, and worked in the private design sector before beginning a long career in design education within Alberta’s college system. While her formal training provided technical design skills, the process of creating art has remained a source of fascination, inspiration, and at times mystery. Working primarily through intuition, Plant draws from nature, pattern, texture, and colour, often inco

The Health and Wellness Symposium Speakers From left, Kerri Lorenson, Mike Cameron, and Chris Ekelson. Photo Sonya Lee On February 4, 2026, the Vermilion Regional Centre was filled with conversation, reflection, and a shared commitment to mental wellness as community members gathered for the tenth annual Vermilion Mental Health & Wellness Symposium. Running from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., the full-day event welcomed participants from across the region for a meaningful exploratio

The North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance released its 2025 State of the Watershed executive summary as a snapshot of the current health of the North Saskatchewan River watershed and a baseline for future action. This assessment is the first comprehensive update since 2005 and reflects nearly two decades of new data, monitoring techniques, and collaborative planning. Rather than presenting a single verdict on watershed health, the report emphasizes understanding strengths, pr

On February 6, students in Grades 1 through 6 at Vermilion Elementary School had the opportunity to demonstrate their scientific knowledge and creativity at the school’s 27th annual Science Fair. The event, held in the school gymnasium from 12 p.m. to 1:45 p.m., featured a wide variety of research-based and experimental projects presented to judges, teachers, fellow students, and family members. The atmosphere buzzed with excitement as 55 students proudly showcased 32 unique

From left, Mary Lee Prior, Kellsey, Vincent and Ellie Pilon, and Aiyana Thompson. Photo Lorna Hamilton On February 2, representatives from the Town of Vermilion and the Vermilion Chamber of Commerce gathered at 4545 46 Avenue to mark the opening of 100% Welding with a ribbon cutting and plaque presentation alongside owner Vincent Pilon. 100% Welding is a local welding and fabrication company with more than 10 years of experience working across Alberta. Pilon said the business