St. Paul Rodeo Week Kick-off Party spurs community unity and raises funds for affordable housing

Mario Cabradilla Sep 2, 2024 12:00 PM
After dinner was served during the Rodeo Week Kick-off Party on Aug. 28, attendees enjoyed casino-style games with fun money, encouraging some friendly competition.▲
After dinner was served during the Rodeo Week Kick-off Party on Aug. 28, attendees enjoyed casino-style games with fun money, encouraging some friendly competition.▲
After dinner was served during the Rodeo Week Kick-off Party on Aug. 28, attendees enjoyed casino-style games with fun money, encouraging some friendly competition.▲
Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul MLA Scott Cyr says he is glad to see the rodeo continue to grow. ▲
Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul MLA Scott Cyr welcomes Minister of Children and Family Services Searle Turton to St. Paul.▲
Louise Severin, St. Paul Affordable Community Housing Society (SPACHS), says she is grateful to the community for providing their support to the society’s efforts to create safe, comfortable, and affordable homes to families. “Your contributions are not just building houses. They are building hope. Together, we are creating a stronger, more vibrant community where everyone has the opportunity to succeed,” she says.▲
Yvonne Weinmeir, executive director of the St. Paul and District Chamber of Commerce, says SPACHS' affordable housing efforts are a testament that when the community comes together, it can make wonderful things happen.▲
Angela Pacholok, manager at the Alberta Chamber of Commerce (ACC), speaks about some of the efforts and initiatives of the ACC, including efforts to address labour challenges throughout the province and more.▲
County of St. Paul Coun. Kevin Wirsta says the annual St. Paul rodeo brings a thrilling experience, but also showcases “our western hospitality.▲
Town of St. Paul Mayor Maureen Miller gives thanks to the Lakeland Rodeo Association for bringing the LRA Finals to St. Paul, and also gives special thanks to businesses who continue to give their support to events in the community. ▲
St. Paul Ag Society President Andre Chamberland reflects on the history of the Society which was formed in 1914 and still going strong. ▲
From left to right are County of St. Paul Coun. Kevin Wirsta, Bonnyville-Cold Lake-St. Paul MLA Scott Cyr, Town of St. Paul Mayor Maureen Miller, Alberta Minister of Children and Family Services Searle Turton, and County of St. Paul councillors Dale Hedrick and Maxine Fodness, during the Rodeo Week Kick-off Party on Aug. 28.▲

ST. PAUL - The St. Paul Rodeo Week Kick-off Party on Aug. 28, hosted by the St. Paul and District Chamber of Commerce, once again brought together members of the community, businesses, community groups, and leaders for another evening of fun and networking. 

The evening also featured some special guests like Angela Pacholok, manager at the Alberta Chamber of Commerce (ACC), who spoke about some of the efforts and initiatives of the ACC. 

Minister of Children and Family Services Searle Turton was also present. 

After dinner was served, attendees enjoyed casino-style games with fun money, encouraging for some friendly competition. 

The event also served as a fundraiser, with proceeds going toward the St. Paul Affordable Community Housing Society. 

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