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Mobile vaccine units to target first responders, health care workers Saskatchewan’s vaccine delivery plan will begin to target first responders through mobile vaccination units once current priority populations are complete. Currently, mobile vaccination units are targeting select congregate living settings including group home and shelter staff and residents. Once vaccinations in these settings are complete, mobile vaccination units will target first responders including police officers, fire fighters and public health inspectors
and will be dispatched to central workplace settings. Targeted vaccination of first responders with mobile vaccination units is anticipated to commence within two weeks upon the completion of congregate living setting vaccinations. “As we continue to make great progress in our vaccine delivery, we are able to utilize our mobile vaccination unit capacity to target those first responders that are assisting in enforcement of our public health orders,” Health Min-
ister Paul Merriman said. “These mobile units will be dispatched to central workplaces of these first responders and will operate without compromising our mass vaccination capacity that exists in our age-based vaccine delivery.” Public health routinely relies on first responders to assist in the enforcement of public health orders that are in place to limit the spread of COVID-19. Similar to the vaccination of vaccine delivery teams, vaccinating first responders involved
with enforcing COVID-19 orders will reduce the risk of transmission to personnel that support the overall COVID-19 response. Paramedics, commonly considered first responders, were prioritized for vaccination in Phase 1 of the vaccine delivery plan. To kick-start the vaccination of first responders in Regina where variants of concern are a predominant concern, vaccination of police officers in Regina began this weekend at the drive-through site at Evraz
Place. This was done during a time of low wait times on April 10 and 11. As part of the Phase 1 prioritization framework, 40,500 health care workers were prioritized for the COVID-19 vaccine. Of those 40,500 priority vaccinations, first-dose uptake amongst priority health care workers has been 27,348 (67 per cent). Remaining front-line health care workers not included in Phase 1 prioritization will be allocated the remaining 13,152 first-doses.
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All physicians are being included in priority sequencing as they may be called on to assist in clinical care areas and surge capacity needs. Eligible SHA healthcare workers and physicians will receive notice and a letter of eligibility directing them to book a vaccination appointment by telephone. The notification will come from either the College of Physicians and Surgeons for doctors or the SHA for other healthcare staff. The SHA frontline healthcare staff includes outpatient and community services staff, nurses, pharmacists, therapy staff, mental health professionals, social workers, housekeeping, dietary and ward support staff. Remaining health care workers not included in the Phase 1 prioritization will be able to book their COVID-19 vaccination by phone only upon receipt of a letter of eligibility by calling 1-833-SASKVAX. Saskatchewan’s pharmacists are set to begin participating in delivering vaccines on the week of April 26. In addition to offering increased access to the general public in pharmacies through the age-based sequence, pharmacists will be offering vaccines to pharmacy and grocery staff working in the facility where vaccines are offered.
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SMA: all health care workers, doctors should be vaccinated Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) president Dr. Barb Konstantynowicz is gravely concerned that the government’s refusal to immediately vaccinate essential workers, including physicians and health-care workers who have not yet received their shots, will result in more lost lives and long-term illness due to COVID-19, and put non-COVID patients at even greater risk given delays in the services and care they need. “COVID-19 is mutating into variants of concern (VOC) that threaten to overwhelm Saskatchewan’s health system. The virus is adapting. We ask the government to show
flexibility and adapt to the rapidly changing circumstances of the pandemic,” Dr. Konstantynowicz said. “Essential workers face a daily threat of contracting COVID-19 through their interactions with people. Physicians and healthcare workers who have not been vaccinated put their health, and the health of their co-workers, families and friends, at risk simply by providing care to their patients,” Dr. Konstantynowicz continued. “They need to be vaccinated immediately. Failure to do so jeopardizes the safety of physicians and health-care workers, as well as police officers, teachers, grocery workers, and others who are on the front line and are
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most at risk.” Dr. Konstantynowicz had advised Health Minister Paul Merriman on the urgent need to vaccinate all physicians and healthcare workers, echoing the concerns of other health organizations in Saskatchewan and across the country. However, on Tuesday Minister Merriman and Premier Scott Moe both confirmed the government would not change the age-based system, saying targeting specific groups now would slow down the vaccination process for all Saskatchewan residents. “Saskatchewan has had one of the most effective and nimble vaccine distribution processes to date in Canada. I believe that the
vaccine distribution effort would be ready and able to adapt to change as needed,” Dr. Konstantynowicz said. The government’s position fails to account for the acceleration of VOCs in Saskatchewan, she said. The Regina area remains a hot spot, with intensive care units strained to capacity. The number of identified VOC cases is growing among young people and across southern Saskatchewan and now in the Saskatoon area. “We need to use all opportunities in the battle against COVID-19 and its VOCs wisely,” Dr. Konstantynowicz said. “T h e c u r r e n t a g e based vaccination strategy wi l l not get us
through the challenges the province is facing.” Dr. Konstantynowicz added further restrictions are necessary to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and its variants more widely in communities. “While VOC cases continue to spike and are affecting more people, and increasingly more young people, we need to do all
we can to protect everyone in our communities.” T h e S a s k a t c h ewa n Medical Association (www.sma.sk.ca) is a voluntary, member-based, professional association for physicians, medical students and residents in the province and it is the provincial chapter of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA).
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Premier Moe asked if he would change COVID response By Brian Zinchuk, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In question period on April 7, New Democratic Party Leader Ryan Meili asked if Premier Scott Moe wouldn’t change a single thing about how he has handled the COVID-19 response. “That showed an astonishing lack of insight and humility, even at that time. But since then, hundreds more have died, thousands have been sick, and with the prolonged public health measures necessitated by his lack of decisive action, thousands more are out of work.” Meili asked, “Will he finally admit, will he finally admit that his choices have hurt Saskatchewan’s health and economy, or would he still not change a thing?” Moe responded, “We’ve taken a measured and balanced response in this province. We have made every effort to yes, protect lives, but also to protect livelihoods, and protect the personal freedoms that people have in their household, in their personal life, in their community. We have put significant measures in place, likely the most significant public health measures that have ever been enacted in this province in the province’s history. We have put those measures in place, and in large part the vast majority of people in this province have adhered to those public health measures that have been recommended and put in place by our Chief Medical Health Officer, Dr. Shahab. “Has any response across
this nation or around the world been perfect? Most certainly not,” Moe said. “We learn as we find our way through each of the last 12 months. We’re going to continue with that balanced and measured response. We’re going continue to focus in the days, including today, and the days ahead, on our vaccine rollout, ensuring that as we receive vaccines, we’re making them available to Saskatchewan people. That’s our way through the pandemic.” Meili quoted Alberta Premier Jason Kenney, saying, ““In the race between vaccines and variants of COVID-19, the variants are winning.” He then said of Moe, “He saw that race going on between variants and vaccines and he said, ‘Let’s give the variants a head start.’ He saw the modelling. He knew what was coming, and still he chose to reduce restrictions. Will the Premier admit he got it wrong in the fall; he got it wrong this spring? Will he finally admit that his choices have hurt our health and our economy? Or would he still not change a single thing?” Moe replied, “I have been discussing openly and publicly that we have been in a race between the variants and the vaccines for some period of time. And here is what we have focused on in Saskatchewan is providing the vaccines that we receive from the federal government to Saskatchewan people as quickly as we receive them. As of this morning, Mr. Speaker, we’re at about 235,000 vaccines have been turned around to the people
of the province.” “As of just the last day or two, we have virtually all of our long-term care residents vaccinated, and we know the challenge that COVID presents in our long-term care settings. “We have 80 per cent of the folks that are over 80 in this province have received their vaccines, 70 per cent of the folks over 70 years old. And we are over one-third of our way through those folks that are over 60 years old in the province. All have had access to those vaccines for a number of days now, Mr. Speaker. And we’re going to continue to turn those vaccines around as we receive them — finally receiving some substantial numbers here in the province — turn them around, provide them as quickly as we can to all Saskatchewan residents. This is our way back to normal. This is our way through the COVID-19 pandemic. This is our way back to the normal days that we all desire.” Meili said he and many other health care workers have been administering those vaccines. Meili said, “But those vaccines will not bring back the people we’ve already lost. They do nothing to console those who are right now praying that their loved ones will make it out of our overcrowded ICUs (intensive care units). And they’re not doing anything to protect the over a third of health care workers who still don’t have their first dose.” Meili asked for an “honest assessment of the stat of COVID-19 in the province today,” saying, “When will
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we see a plan to bring the third wave under control?” Moe replied, “What vaccines will do is prevent people from contracting COVID here in Saskatchewan. That’s why we are making every effort, with a wellthought-out plan between ... The Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Ministry of Health have put forward a well-thought-out plan with well over 200 clinics that’ll be operating across this province. Many of them are operating as we speak today, as we do have some vaccines on the ground here today. “As I said, we have about 235,000 vaccines that have been provided to Saskatchewan people on our agebased priority. We have a vaccine rollout plan that is leading this nation. “We have delivered more vaccines per 100,000 people than anywhere else in the nation, approaching about 20,000 people per 100,000. It’s a plan that I most certainly am proud of our Saskatchewan Health Authority and the Ministry of Health for putting together and putting into action. Moe called it “a robust vaccination plan that’s leading the nation.” Meili said, “Premier has been the best ally that COVID-19 could possibly have. The biggest threat to our health and to our economy is this Premier and his lack of leadership when it
comes to addressing the pandemic. And in the race between variants and the vaccines, he said, let’s give the variants a head start. That’s exactly the choices that he has made. His inaction has given us the worst of both worlds. It’s cost us lives and it’s cost us jobs.” Moe said, “The balanced and measured approach that we spoke to, Mr. Speaker, does ensure that yes, we are enacting those measures to protect lives here in the province but also ensuring that we are respecting people’s personal freedoms and respecting and protecting their livelihoods in community after community. “We have reached out and supported many of the people, many of the jobs, many of the opportunities
that we have in this province, to the tune of about $2 billion last year, $1.5 billion in this current budget that was released yesterday. “And, in those supports, over $160 million provided to the Ministry of Health, the Saskatchewan Health Authority, to ensure that they have the resources to deliver on the response that is required in our health care sector. We’ve done about $155 million transferred to the school divisions to ensure our classrooms are safe, and negotiated with the federal government over $300 million coming into the province to ensure that we can keep people safe in this province and support people through some of these very significant health measures that have been put in place.”
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tion. The two-year terms start in April 2021 and both groups meet every 3 months or so. Members also support with projects throughout the year. The Immigrant Advisory Table is for newcomers (born outside Canada) who now live in South-Central Saskatchewan/ Moose Jaw. The Partnership Council is seeking both community members, and those who represent a community organization or agency. Any local residents who are interested in getting involved, may contact Dalise Hector at dalise.hector@ psinetwork.ca. Prairie Skies brings together people from a broad range of regional, municipal, community, and support-network bodies and disciplines. They connect with the community and encourage participation of a variety of stakeholders in building welcoming communities. Prairie Skies are led by a Partnership Council and informed by a body of advisors known as the Immigrant Advisory Table. Prairie Skies is based in Moose Jaw and operates throughout Saskatchewan’s South-Central Region. Prairie Skies is funded by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC).
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olunteers are vital to the survival of many charitable organizations. Without people willing to offer their time and expertise free of charge, many non profits would find it difficult, if not impossible, to meet their missions. National Volunteer Week will be held from April 18 to 24, and the theme “The Value of One, The Power of Many”, reflects on the awe-inspiring acts of kindness by millions of individuals and the magic that happens when we work together towards a common purpose. In the past year, we have seen people supporting family, friends, neighbours, and strangers, people standing up to systemic racism, and people sharing insights on how to create a more just and equitable society. We recognize the value of the caring and compassion that each one has shown another, and we recognize the power of people, organizations, and sectors working together. The power of people working together can bring about monumental changes. With the global COVID-19 pandemic, it is especially important to celebrate the volunteers in our community who found ways to continue to give back to important organizations, while still observing social distancing measures or stay-at-home mandates. Many people have continued to volunteer during the pandemic, and those that want to do so can take
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these steps to make sure their efforts to give back are as safe as possible. There are so many great organizations in our community who have used technology to hold online meetings, which is a great way to engage many different community members. Virtual volunteering is a safe way to give back that won’t expose volunteers or others to the COVID-19 virus. Charitable organizations need behind-the-scenes help just as much as they need volunteers with their boots on the ground. Virtual volunteers can help with fundraising efforts and event planning, but also help charities overcome the logistical challenges of operating and meeting their missions during the pandemic. It is important that when you do volunteer, you follow your passion, and find what resonates with you. When you are helping a local organization because their programs and services are something that you are passionate about, you are truly engaging in sustainable volunteerism. There are so many great organizations in our community that welcome volunteers, and new input to their boards or community groups. There is really no shortage of ways to get engaged in any of the many groups or organizations in our communities. We have a number of groups (sports, arts, culture, mental health, food security) that are engaged with the community and provide some great ways to get engaged. Non profits are always recruiting, so reach out and become a volunteer!
Submit Local News Tips and Photos to: areporter@assiniboiatimes.ca Submitted by Pastor Bob Scott, Assiniboia Apostolic Church “But what about you?” [Jesus] asked. “Who do you say I am?” - Matthew 16:15 (NIV) We can become easily misdirected by the things of this world. It has only been two weeks since the celebration of Easter, yet most folks will have moved on to focus on other concerns. We allow life to intrude on the depth and awe of our faith. When Jesus asked “Who do you say I am?” He was with His disciples at Caesarea Philippi. The Temple of Pan was in sight. At this location places of worship dedicated to gods and animals could be seen. Here, too, human sacrifice was regularly made. The offerings were cast into a natural abyss reaching to underground waters at the back of a cave. If the victims disappeared in the water, this was a sign that the god that was worshipped at that place had accepted the offering. If, however, signs of blood appeared in the nearby springs, it was assumed the sacrifice had been rejected.
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Which god to follow was always a challenge for the people of that time. Peter gave the right answer to Jesus query, indicating that there was none other than the one God. Today, life offers different challenges. Sometimes our worship is misdirected towards other things. Sometimes our devotion varies with the time of year or with life’s circumstances. We create heroes, real and imagined, that take our eyes off God. At times, material things distract us, and become objects of worship. A week devoted to daily making time to focus on God has evolved to a belief that we have no time for such practices. The idea of a Sabbath rest is considered, by some, a practice to be shunned and ridiculed. Who or what do we worship? Anything that leads believers away from God leaves us ill-equipped for daily life and weakens our testimony to a world to which we want to bring the good news of the Gospel. We need to choose wisely. “Jesus doesn’t change— yesterday, today, tomorrow, he’s always totally himself.” (Heb. 13:8 MSG)
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Our Town National Volunteer Week will mark 20th anniversary
Remember When Assiniboia Times Archives Published Aprill, 1967 Texaco came to Assiniboia in April 1967, under ownership of Orman Furry and Ed Prysner , later to be taken over by Larr y Kerestesh. The service station was located on the lot across from the current Dollar Store/ Laureen’s Place and the old FCC location are currently located. It closed for business in December 1993.
Submitted by Lieutenant Governor Russ Mirasty “As we celebrate volunteer week in Canada April 18 to 24 and the 20th Anniversary of International Year of the volunteer, I wish to express my gratitude to the remarkable volunteers of Saskatchewan. Every day you make a positive difference in our communities and you enrich our province beyond measure. I am pleased to join with my Canadian ViceRegal colleagues and Territorial Commissioners in issuing the following joint statement in celebration of Canada’s most precious resource.” Volunteers are the gold of this earth, and Canada’s Lieutenant Governors and Territorial Commissioners are marking the 20th an-
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niversary of the United Nations’ International Year of Volunteers by saluting the millions of Canadian volunteers who bring life and energy to our country. The theme of this 20th anniversary – “Our Past, Our Future” – recognizes the growth and development of the volunteer sector and sets the tone for imagining and creating opportunities for the next 20 years and beyond. Those who volunteer
willingly give their time and energy, choosing this way to serve their communities. Volunteers provide leadership, creativity and enthusiasm by saying “yes” to finding solutions. That simple word – “yes” – creates a world of possibilities. The affirmation enables tens of thousands of projects and organizations to enhance life in Canada. It opens the doors for millions of personal encounters that add joy and
encouragement to Canadians. It creates opportunities for volunteers themselves to enjoy learning, growing and feeling deep satisfaction. In these unprecedented times, we continue to be amazed by the resilience of Canadians, responding with humanity, hope and determination to great challenges through volunteer organizations and countless personal acts of caring and giving. For all of the things we know they have done, we are aware that there are just as many acts of kindness we don’t know about. During National Volunteer Week, April 18 to 24, we extend our heartfelt gratitude, on behalf of all Canadians, to our volunteers for their commitment to our communities and our country. Bravo!
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SaskTel to assist customers by waiving charges SaskTel announced plans to waive data overage charges from April 12 to June 30, to further assist customers with online learning or those still working remotely as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. There will be no data overage charges (domestic data) for business or consumer customers, on SaskTel’s postpaid Wireless plans, noSTRINGSPrepaid wireless plans or SaskTel fusion Internet plans. “With the added increase in COVID-19 variants in the province and the return to online learning, our government understands the importance of staying connected during these trying times,” Minister Responsible for SaskTel Don Morgan said. “It has been a stressful year and waiving data overages will alleviate the worry of data usage for SaskTel customers until the end of the school year.” “SaskTel knows our previous offers were appreciated by our customers and we are once again pleased to assist them with
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vote for the worst road they have travelled on. The 2021 CAA Top Ten Worst Roads will be announced on April 28, 2021. Nominations and votes for worst roads on the caask.ca/worstroads site can be posted electronically or manually. A Google Map Locater has been added to this year’s campaign that will visualize vote distribution across the province. It will pinpoint the current locations of the nominated roads that are receiving
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Paper Egg Campaign to run until April 30th This year’s Paper Egg Campaign runs from April 1st to April 30th, 2021. It is an annual fundraising initiative by Easter SealsTM Canada, where Canadians are invited to donate to their local Easter SealsTM charity while at the cashier/checkout register. SaskAbilities serves over 60,000 clients each year and is the proud operator of Easter SealsTM Saskatchewan. Donations collected through the Paper Egg Campaign in Saskatchewan will remain in the province and go towards funding programs and services that aim to improve the quality of life of children, youth and adults who are experiencing disability – this includes Camp Easter Seal, Summer Fun and Adaptive Technology Services. In 2021, SaskAbilities
and Camp Easter Seal are excited to announce Camp Connected, an online, virtual program open to all Saskatchewan residents experiencing disability. Although we will miss visiting little Manitou and Watrous in person this year, during the months of June, July and August we will bring the best of camp to you via virtual activities, challenges, campfires, videos and much more. Interactive and engaging programming will run from June 14 – August 19, 2021. Our campers depend on us to create opportunities for them to connect in meaningful ways with others to enhance their independence and to grow relationships that last a lifetime. We are looking forward to staying connected with everyone and we cannot do this without your gen-
erous support. Your donation helps us to deliver this program and to keep Camp Easter Seal maintained for our return in 2022. Local residents who would like to learn more about the virtual program can visit the SaskAbilities website for information. Registration for Camp Connected was opened on April 7. Please visit SaskAbilities.ca/camp for more information. Everyone is welcome to participate in this free programming thanks to the ongoing support of funders, donors and community partners. Please support the 2021 Paper Egg Campaign by visiting one of the many business partners located across Saskatchewan and donating to the cause. Donate online and view a list of all partners by visiting SaskAbilities.ca
Youth compete for medals at Skills Canada Virtual event Students are completing a wee- long Skills Canada Saskatchewan Virtual Provincial Competition. Apprentices, post-secondary students and high school students from across the province showcased their skills for a chance to win medals and earn recognition. Participants also competed to represent the province at the Skills Canada Virtual National Competition scheduled for June 15, 2021. The provincial competition rewards students for excellent performance and raises awareness of the career opportunities in the skilled trade and technology sectors. While the competition typically takes place in locations open to the public across Saskatchewan, this year, due to the pandemic, competitors will participate individually from their own locations - whether it be their home, workplace, school or training facility. There were more than 35 competition categories covering a wide range of skill sets. Skilled trade
Weekly Crime Stats The Assiniboia RCMPGRC responded to 14 calls for service during the week of April 5 to 11. They included: • Criminal Harassment - 1 • Fail to Comply/ Attend Court - 3 • Family Relations Act - 1 • Health Act – COVID/ Quarantine Act - 1 • Items Lost/Found - 1 • Mischief to Property - 1 • Municipal Bylaws - 1 • Traffic Violations/ Speeding - 3 • Traffic Collision - 2
categories include: plumbing; cooking; hairstyling; and welding. Technology categories include: architectural technology and design; coding; graphic design; photography and electronics. The provincial competition will end today Friday, April 16. On Friday, May 7, Skills Canada Saskatchewan will host a virtual medal cere-
mony to recognize the winners, as well as a virtual career expo highlighting careers in the skilled trade and technology sectors. For more competition details, please visit www. skillscanadasask.com. To register for the online medal ceremony and career expo, please visit https:// virtualskillssask2021. vfairs.ca/en
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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF EXCEL NO. 71 2021 ASSESSMENT ROLL Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M. of Excel No. 71 for the year of 2021 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Thursday • April 16, 2021 – June 15, 2021 A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person wishing to discuss the notice of assessment or potential appeal may contact the assessor at the R.M. of Excel No. 71, Box 100, Viceroy, SK S0H 4H0. A notice of appeal, accompanied by a $30.00 appeal fee which will be returned if the appeal is successful, must be filed with: The Secretary of The Board of Revision, Lara Hazen, R.M. of Bengough No. 40, Box 429, Bengough, SK, S0C 0K0, by the 15th day of June, 2021. Dated this 16th day of April, 2021. Lori McDonald, Assessor
2021 ASSESSMENT ROLL TOWN OF ASSINIBOIA Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll of the Town of Assiniboia for the 2021 year has been prepared and is open for inspection at the Town Office from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Monday to Friday from April 16th, 2021 until June 16th, 2021. Bylaw 857 a bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act was passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her appeal accompanied by a $100 appeal fee, which will be returned if the appeal is successful, to: The Assessor located at the Town of Assiniboia Office at 131- 3rd Avenue West or by mail to PO Box 670, Assiniboia, SK S0H 0B0 by June 16th, 2021. The Assessor will forward your appeal to the Secretary of the Board of Revision. Dated at Assiniboia, Saskatchewan this 16th day of April, 2021. Candace Mowbray, Assessor
Notice of Preparation of Assessment Roll Town of Bengough Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Town of Bengough for the year 2021 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 8:00 A.M. to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 P.M. on the following days: Monday to Friday, April 16 to June 16, 2021. A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: Aileen Swenson, Board of Revision Secretary, Gord Krismer & Associates, 2405 Gordon Road, Regina, Sk S4S 4M4, by the 16th day of June 2021. For more information regarding your assessment please contact the Assessor and to appeal please forward your appeal fee of $50.00 per appeal to the Assessor at: Town of Bengough, Box 188, Bengough, SK S0C 0K0 Dated this 16th day of April 2021. Penny L. Nergard Assessor
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