Assiniboia Times, Assiniboia Saskatchewan -- September 10, 2021 3
Maverick Party candidate aims to be a voice for West By Sabrina Kraft Mark Skagan has had an interest in politics for a long time, and wanted to put his name forward as the Maverick Party candidate for Cypress Hills-Grasslands in the hope to be a voice for his grandchildren. “In my many years of experience I have worked in forests, fields, offices, and stores, starting at 13 moving irrigation pipes by hand, and general farm work,” reads Skagen’s bio on the Maverick Party website. In an interview with the Assiniboia Times, Skagen said that the party wants to speak up for people in small, rural communities. “So many small towns in our area have deteriorated. Their roads and buildings are all in poor condition. The country is making a lot of wealth that comes from this area, which comes from these small towns. Their streets should be paved with gold,” said Skagen. “It is a shame that much of the wealth that is made in the West is disappearing in central Canada, who decide how to spend it.” “There are lots of good hard-working people who have come out of these small towns. In talking with folks in the area, they feel it would
be valuable if all the things that affect us in the West, could be decided by people in the West,” said Skagen. “It should be up to people in Western Canada who should decide how to use the fruit of our labour, instead of the people in Central Canada who seem to take advantage of our resources right now.” “It is the people in our province who are our biggest resource. They are people who don’t mind getting in the mud and getting their hands dirty. They are people who will get back on the horse after getting bucked off. We are hardworking people, who should have our voices heard.” “There are decisions being made in that ‘golden triangle’ in the east, where a group of people have to be pandered to, for those politicians to stay in power. There is no reason why people in the West can’t control their own wealth,” added Skagen. He noted that the chief revenues in the province are from agriculture and the oil and gas sector. “It is so important to not only support these industries with funding and programs, but that the government is also an
advocate for them too.” Skagen believes there is a lot of potential for the future of the province. “One of the issues that is often addressed at the federal level is homelessness. Well, here in the prairies we have a lot of affordable houses. There are lots of options. We just need more employment opportunities to get people to want to move to the province.” Even with a shorter election campaign this year, Skagen noted that he has seen a lot more engagement and people getting involved this year. “I am not seeing the apathy this time, which is good, as it is important to be engaged to have a healthy democracy. I believe that this year, folks in the West will keep their TV on until the last vote is counted in B.C., instead of thinking that the election is already decided after the Ontario vote is completed.” He also noted increased voter engagement in younger people this year. “It is important for our young voters to be involved, as we need their ideas, and we need their eagerness. They have concerns that are different than my generation, so we should listen to their voices and thoughts too.”
Harvest progress was delayed Harvest progress was delayed greatly by rainfall last week, allowing only a small amount of crop to be harvested. Forty-seven per cent of the crop is now in the bin, up from 43 per cent last week but still well ahead of the five-year (2016-2020) average of 38 per cent. Still, many producers in the region have completed harvest. The majority of the region did not receive significant amounts rain last week, although the Limerick area reported 77 mm.
The Moose Jaw area reported 56 mm, the Mossbank area had 27 mm, the Tyner area received 13 mm and the Shaunavon area five mm. Topsoil moisture conditions are slowly improving in the region thanks to several days of cool rainy weather. Cropland topsoil moisture is rated as 28 per cent adequate, 38 per cent short and 34 per cent very short. Hay and pasture land topsoil moisture is rated as 11 per cent adequate, 40 per cent short and 49
per cent very short. Crop District 4A reported that 63 per cent of the cropland and 67 per cent of the hay and pasture land is very short topsoil moisture at this time. Most crop damage this past week was due to drought stress, strong winds, heavy rains and hail. Grasshoppers are still a large problem across the region and producers are trying to harvest as quickly as possible before more damage is caused, grasshoppers are also making grain cleaning a challenge.
Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997. Notice is hereby given that Kayla Hochlander has applied to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) for a Special Use - General Salon/Spa permit to sell alcohol in the premises known as VYBE Hair Studio at 124 Centre Street Assiniboia SK S0H 0B0. Written objections to the granting of the permit may be filed with SLGA not more than two weeks from the date of publication of this notice. Every person filing a written objection with SLGA shall state their name, address, and telephone number in printed form, as well as the grounds for the objection(s). Petitions must name a contact person, state grounds, and be legible. Each signatory to the petition and the contact person must provide an address and telephone number. Frivolous, vexatious or competition- based objections within the beverage alcohol industry may not be considered and may be rejected by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Licensing Commission, who may refuse to hold a hearing. Write to: Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Box 5054 REGINA SK S4P 3M3
The Winter family were all smiles, as the children returned to Assiniboia Photo by Linda Hall Elementary School on September 1.
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2021 Fall Schedule September 21st 9:00am 22nd
Presorted All Breeds Calf & Yearlings 11:00am Cull Cows and Bulls
October 11:00am Presorted All Breeds 5th Calf & Yearlings 9:00am Cull Cows & Bulls 6th th 12 11:00am Presorted Charolais X & Red Angus Calf & Yearlings 16th 11:00am Presorted Angus & Angus X Calf & Yearlings 19th 11:00am Presorted Charolais X & Exotic Calf & Yearlings 20th 9:00am Cull Cows & Bulls 23rd 11:00am Presorted Angus & Hereford X Calf & Yearlings 26th 11:00am Presorted Charolais X & Exotic Calf & Yearlings 30th 11:00am Presorted Angus & Angus X Calf & Yearlings November 11:00am Presorted Charolais X 2nd and Hereford Calf & Yearlings.
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9:00am Cull Cows & Bulls 11:00am Presorted Angus and Hereford Calf & Yearlings 11:00am Presorted Charolais X and Red Angus X Calf & Yearlings 11:00am Presorted Angus and Angus X Calf & Yearlings 11:00am Presorted Charolais X and Exotic Calf & Yearlings 9:00am Cull Cows & Bulls 11:00am Presorted Angus & Hereford Calf & Yearlings 11:00am Presorted Charolais & Exotic Calf & Yearlings 11:00am Presorted All Breeds Calf & Yearlings 11:00am Presorted Charolais & Exotic Calf & Yearlings
December 1st 9:00am Cull Cows & Bulls 11:00am Presorted All Breeds 4th Calf & Yearlings 10th 11:00am Bred Heifers 15th 9:00am Cull Cows & Bull 17th 11:00am Bred Cow & Heifer