The Vermilion branch of ARTA received its charter in 1975, and a number of Wainwright area teachers attended its functions. On September 9, 1982, Nancy Ryall had a coffee party where the idea of forming their own branch was proposed. Twenty-five retired teachers attended an organizational meeting on December 9 in the Grace United Church hall. Elected to office were Marie Valleau (President), Washburn Laird (Vice-President), Nancy Ryall (Secretary-Treasurer) and Mildred Hughes (Program Convener).