Hockey Canada has just announced Bonnyville will host the 2018 World Jr. A Challenge. Read the full story in next weeks edition of the Bonnyville Nouvelle.

Lakeland Catholic School District provides a safe, caring and inclusive learning setting for your child.

WORLD JR. A CHALLENGE RETURNING TO BONNYVILLE The WJAC has announced it will once again be hosted in Bonnyville this year from Dec. 9 to 15. “Bonnyville was an excellent host to teams, fans, and our partners at the 2016 World Junior A Challenge, and it’s great to be returning there in 2018,” said Dean McIntosh, vice-president of events and properties with Hockey Canada. “Its previous success and strong community support in 2016 resulted in a strong legacy for the community, and we look forward to continuing to support the growth of and development of hockey, and the positive financial impact to the area, with this year’s tournament.” There will be a press conference later this evening at the C2 for the announcement. Read more about it in next week's edition of the Nouvelle. To read the full press release check out our website. http://www.bonnyvillenouvelle.ca/article/20180220/BNV0801/180229997/-1/bnv

The World Professional Chuckwagon Association (WPCA) has released their official statement as to why they pulled their 2018 Bonnyville event. http://www.bonnyvillenouvelle.ca/article/20180220/BNV0801/180229998/-1/bnv

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BONNYVILLE RCMP SEARCHING FOR INFORMATION On Feb. 17 at 22:35hrs a Silver Hyundai Sonata (2014-present) rammed into a gate at Insulated Soft Covers on Hwy 660. The vehicle is likely to have quite visible front end damage and bits of the front bumper had broken off. If you see a vehicle matching this description in the area or have any information, please contact Bonnyville RCMP at 780-343-7200 or Cst. W. SIDORENKO at 780-343-7229.

The LICA is putting their heads together to come up with a solution to the smell of Jessie Lake. This summer, they plan on conducting further testing of the lake.

The Town of Bonnyville is inviting residents to their upcoming crime forum.

Municipalities across Alberta are preparing for ICF negotiations. Last week, local councils learned the ins and outs when it comes to the new legislation.

Local municipalities have had enough with the province's current police funding model, and will be supporting the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association in their efforts for change. http://www.bonnyvillenouvelle.ca/article/Local-municipalities-want-new-police-funding-model-20180220

The Bonnyville Health Foundation's annual gala had another successful year.

The Town of Bonnyville has given the peace officer program a green light.