Assiniboia Times - April 14, 2023

Assiniboia Chamber of Commerce recently announced Sophie Morrison as their new executive director. Sophie’s hours will be Tuesdays to Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Music Festival showcases many local performers

Submitted by Heather Delorme Assiniboia and District Music Festival President

The annual Assiniboia and District Music Festival held its 89th festival from March 22 – 25.

The sessions were held at the Assiniboia Alliance Church as they have been for many years.

There were 138 entries in a variety of vocal, strings, musical theatre, speech arts and piano classes. There were 57 participants in the festival from the local community and neighboring communities. Fourteen of them were playing in Assiniboia and District Music Festival for the first time.

“It was wonderful to see so many new faces and to reconnect with those who have been to festival in the past,” said Heather Delorme.

The adjudicator this year was Sarah Clark Gregory from Watrous. She was wonderful to work with and great with the students. Sarah had lots of positive com -

ments for the competitors and gave everyone ways to improve. She really highlighted what each participant was doing well in their music.

The Assiniboia and District Music Festival held a concert and awards presentation at the Assiniboia Alliance Church

on the evening of March 30. There were $1,975 of community scholarships were awarded to worthy participants from the festival, many of whom also performed in the program. We had a great concert followed by the handing out of awards

and topped with an ice cream social. The Assiniboia and District Music Festival would like to extend appreciation to all the committee members, volunteers, scholarship donors, performers and all those who attended to watch in the audience.

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Music Festival

left, are Ayden Jacobs, Rachel Bourgeois, Brielle Jacobs, and Byeolha Seo. In the front row, from left, are Caimbry Rogers, Lucy Quark, Gavin Rhodes, Ria Seo, Emree Montgomery, and Jonathan Kenes. Missing from photo are Josslyn Eadie, Olivia Eadie, Rhett Pituley, and Daniel Sutherland.

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time performers at Assiniboia and District

2023. In the back row, from

Photo courtesy of Karen Reisner

APAS Livestock Summit focuses on growing industry

The Agricultural Producers Association of Saskatchewan (APAS) held their Livestock Summit on April 5 at the Saskatoon Inn and Conference Centre.

The Summit brought together industry leaders, producers, bankers, policymakers, and other industry professionals for a full day to discuss a wide variety of issues, as well as identifying opportunities

to positively impact the long-term success of the industry.

“This summit was about identifying ways to create long-term success for livestock production in our province,” said APAS president Ian Boxall.

“Producers have been faced with numerous challenges over the last few years, and many have made the painful decision to exit the industry

and repurpose lands. If this trend continues, there will be consequences that reverberate throughout the industry. That’s why our members wanted to take action.”

“We heard that demographics may be the most significant issue facing the future of the industry. Access to capital is a significant barrier for young producers,” noted Boxall. “In addition, some of the

current risk management programs are not meeting the needs of livestock producers and may be having unintended consequences of encouraging some to exit the industry.”

“The importance of preserving Saskatchewan’s mixed farm model is crucial,” said Dr. Scott Wright, director of the Livestock and Forage Centre of Excellence. “It’s encouraging to see groups

engaging with one another to identify alternatives and amplify their voices on the importance of securing the future success of livestock production. This is the type of collaboration needed to work through these challenges.”

“The environmental benefit of livestock production is a significant policy objective of government,” Boxall highlighted. “We need to leverage this

inherent public good to create tools that will help maintain and enhance the long-term success of the industry. This has to be the goal.”

APAS will summarize and prioritize the policy issues and begin working through its committees and other organizations to develop policy proposals for discussion with provincial and federal governments.

Emergency flood damage reduction program launched by WSA

The Water Security Agency (WSA) announced the launch of the Emergency Flood Damage Reduction Program (EFDRP) for 2023 to help Saskatchewan communities and residents respond to the challenge of possible flooding. WSA is investing up to $500,000 for 2023.

“Although runoff conditions are expected to be near to below normal for most of the province this spring, localized flooding can still occur if conditions are right,”

said Minister Responsible for WSA Jeremy Cockrill. “This funding ensures communities, rural residents and businesses have the immediate support they need to prepare and respond to a possible or unexpected flood event.”

The EFDRP was first established in 2011 to help implement emergency flood damage protection measures for communities, rural municipalities, businesses, non-profit organizations, individuals with rural

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yard sites, country residences and cottages to prevent damage from imminent risk of flooding.

The EFDRP provides financial, engineering and technical support to evaluate the potential flood risk to buildings and to identify options to mitigate the risk when

flooding is imminent. Services include client discussions, site visits, hydrological and other technical evaluations, developing mitigation recommendations and cost share funding for permanent flood defenses and temporary relief through pumping.

EFDRP expenditures do reap long-term preventative financial benefits. WSA has reviewed the program and determined each dollar invested in flood damage prevention saves a future $20 to $30 in property damage.

Moisture conditions

across southern Saskatchewan were generally dry at freeze-up in 2022, particularly on the west side of the province where drought conditions were prevalent. Winter snowfall has ranged from below normal over much of southwestern Saskatchewan.

SHA Health Facilities returning to routine infection prevention protocols

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is moving back to routine infection prevention and control protocols effective today and masking will no longer be required for patients/residents, staff or visitors. Masking will be optional in all SHA facilities including administrative offices, hospitals, clinics and long-term care facilities. Saskatchewan’s Chief Medical Health Officer supports these changes.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) that may include masks, gowns or gloves, will still be required for staff and visitors during outbreaks or in specific high-risk

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clinical areas as per SHA infection control policies. Masks will continue to be made available to health care staff, patients/ residents and visitors who wish to wear a mask.

Physical distancing measures will also end. There will no longer be restrictions on food sharing and food donations. Privately-run physician’s offices, clinics and other non-SHA facilities set their own policies regarding infection prevention and control, including policies requiring masking onsite.

Public health orders requiring proof of vaccination or a negative test

for access to businesses, workplaces and other venues ended on February 14, 2022. Many jurisdictions around the world, including Canada, have ended proof of vaccination entry requirements for international travellers.

As the need for proof of vaccination has declined considerably, eHealth Saskatchewan is decommissioning the SK Vax Wallet mobile device application. Beginning April 17, 2023, the app will no longer accept updates. Effective April 30, the app will no longer be available in app stores.

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tion records are still available on your MySaskHealthRecord (MSHR) account and can be printed or saved and viewed on your mobile device. The QR code is also still available on vaccination records through MSHR.

COVID-19 vaccine continues to be available including a second bivalent booster for residents in long-term care facilities, personal care homes and assisted living facilities; persons over 80 years of age; persons 65-79 years of age who have not had COVID; and those who are 18 years of age and older who are immune suppressed.

RCMP seek info on copper wire theft

The Assiniboia RCMP requests the public’s assistance in locating the person(s) responsibile for a theft that occurred in the Town of Assiniboia at Railway Avenue, sometime between March 30 to April 3. The person(s) responsible stole a booster copper wire cable, 120-feet, valued at ap -

proximately $4,200.

Residents who have information regarding this or any crime are encouraged to contact Assiniboia RCMP at 306-642-7110.

To submit information anonymously, one can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or submit a tip online at www. saskcrimestoppers.com.

Community Chiropractic ANNOUNCEMENT

What: Dr. Dwight Vallee will be re-opening his Chiropractic Clinic. Services provided include chiropractic, acupuncture, laser therapy and custom foot orthotics. WCB and SGI claims accepted.

Where: New office in Prince of Wales building, 201 3rd Ave. W Assiniboia, SK. Office located on 2nd floor where gym was previously located. Access to office via elevator or stairs.

Please

When: Clinic treatment will begin April 17th, however you may call 306.642.4199 beginning April 12th to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Vallee and Jo-Ann are pleased to be resuming our services to Assiniboia and area.

MOTUS O’s Prisoner of Tehran Comes

By Sophie Morrison

On April 4th, the Assiniboia and District Arts Council brought in MOTUS O’s production “Prisoner of Tehran” at the Prince of Wales Centre. MOTUS O, in collaboration with Marina Nemat put together a production that is a mix of spoken word, movement, video and music that tells the story of Marina’s memoir of the same name, Prisoner of Tehran.

MOTUS O, co-founded by Jack Langenhuizen, Cynthia Croker and James Croker, is a Dance Theater in Mount Forest, Ontario. They have put on over 25 full length productions since 1990, and each have over 30 years of experience in dance and other artistic disciplines. MOTUS O is Latin for “method of movement”, and in their words “we want to know the meaning of every movement and to move as if it has meaning”. Over nine years ago, Jack, Cynthia and James met Marina Nemat at a conference about the Arts in Education where they heard Marina give a presentation on her story. They were so deeply moved by her story that they contacted Marina with the idea of collaborating her story with movement. This collaboration of spoken word, video, music and movement brings a brilliant and well put

together version of the telling of a story that is truly captivating, heart breaking, but most importantly - inspirational. Jack Langenhuizen and James Croker play roles in the production themselves along with dancers Emily Redford and Petra Blenkhorne. Cynthia Croker takes on the role of Marina in this version of the production, but in the early days of touring this show, Marina herself would take on the narrator role, being part of the production while telling her very own story. The dancers all move together beautifully as ‘Marina’ narrates and moves with the dancers throughout the production.

Marina wears a bright red dress and head scarf and stands out amongst the dancers dressed in black. You can’t help but focus intensely on the narrator as she tells Marina’s heart wrenching story.

Prisoner of Tehran, was a memoir written by Marina Nemat, and tells the story of when she was a young girl in Tehran, Iran. The story begins by Marina describing growing up in a Russian Orthodox family in the early days in Tehran, when there was freedom. When women could dress freely, when western music and literature were still legal and enjoyed by everyone. When there was happiness and laughter. Marina describes her child-

hood home, her family –who were descendants of the wave of Russians who fled to Iran during the Russian Revolution of 1917. She tells you of her mother, who was a hairdresser and ran a salon, and of her father, who ran a dance studio and taught ballroom dancing. She reminisces about laughing and playing with her friends, going to church and school and reading books, and spending time by the Caspian Sea. When Marina was in high school, the Shah of Iran was overthrown by the Islamic Revolutionaries, and overnight the country became a repressive and punitive state run on fundamentalist Islamic principles. People start

disappearing and fear took over. Marina was arrested on January 15th 1982 at the age of 16 during the early days of Ayatollah Khomeini’s brutal Islamic Revolution and was held prisoner at Evin, a political prison in Tehran. Marina was held at Evin for two years, during which time she was brutally beaten and tortured, sentenced to death for political crimes and came close to execution. She was saved by her interrogator, Ali, and sentenced to life in prison instead. He forces her to marry him, in which time he stripped her of her Christian faith and name and forced her to follow Islamic ways, and if she didn’t, he threatened

to harm her family and friends. The story continues and tells of her life in these two years, the friends she made in prison, and the friends she lost. She tells of her time with Ali’s family, who were kind to her and took her in like one of their own, and the relationships she made with them despite her circumstance. And near the end, she tells you of Ali’s assassination, and how his last dying wish was to return Marina to her family. And they did.

Marina was released from her life sentence at Evin and returned to her family, where she eventually marries the love of her life, Andre. The Nemats are finally able to get to Canada in 1991 where they settle in Toronto, Ontario.

Marina’s memoir was published in 2007 by Penguin

Canada and has been published in 28 other countries and is an International bestseller. Her memoir is many things, but in the end the biggest takeaway is the Marina was still able to hold space for forgiveness, and most of all HOPE.

At the end of the production, Jack and Cynthia hosted a Q&A where they answered many questions on both Marina’s story, and the story of MOTUS O.

The Assiniboia and District Arts Council hosted this production in Assiniboia and had over 38 attendees for the production. This was their last performing arts production of the season and were very pleased with the turnout. This was MOTUS O’s last tour of this production, Prisoner of Tehran, with almost 9 years of performing the show.

Pictured are Jack Langenhuizen, James Croker, Cynthia Croker, Emily Redford and Petra Blenkhorne.

Photo courtesy of Sophie Morrison

Council learns of new drug, xylazine, hitting the streets

An Assiniboia Town Council meeting was held on March 28.

In attendance at council were Mayor Sharon Schauenberg, Councilors: Robert Ellert, Kent Fettes, Patrick Grondin, Peter Kordus, Renee Clermont, and joining via Zoom, Graham Harvey; CAO Clint Mauthe, and Kerri Martin Public acknowledgments were given to RCMP Corp. John Tamlin and to the Assiniboia Times.

The agenda was accepted and adopted as read. Moved by Fettes/ Grondin. Minutes of Assiniboia town council meeting of March 14 were approved and accepted as read.

Moved by Grondin/Fettes.

Minutes of Assiniboia and District Public Library from Dec. 21, 2022 and February 3, 2023 wer accepted and adopted as read.

Minutes of Assiniboia and District Historical Society Board of February 8, 2023 were accepted and approved. Minutes of Prince of Wales Recreation and Cultural Board of Feb 23, 2023 were accepted and approved as read. Moved by Ellert/Kordus.

RCMP report was given by Corp. John Tamlin. Corp. Tamlin will be leaving Assiniboia and a replacement detachment commander, Corporal Richard Kuhn will replace

him next week. Another new corporal will join the attachment in July.

Corp. Tamlin spoke to council of the drug problem in our area. Speaking directly of a new drug, xylazine, hitting the streets that is extremely dangerous to anyone consuming it. Caution is priority. Report accepted as presented. Moved by Fettes/ Clermont.

The mayor will proclaim National Volunteer Week in Assiniboia as April 16 to 22. An event will be planned for the Saturday morning to show our appreciation to all the valuable volunteers who make Assiniboia Amazing. Event details to be announced.

Correspondence:

The 2022 Saskatchewan Municipal Awards were presented to the town of Lumsden for solar power project, to Biggar for their revitalization project and to RM of Edenwold No. 158 for Women in Business project.

Report from CAO Clint Mauthe. A Genie 45 machine is now available in town. This will make height work much easier/ safer, including putting up and taking down of Christmas lights, trimming of trees, etc. Town staff have successfully completed the operation certification and are happy it in action.

The Turbo station next to Shoppers was demolished April 3.

The Town Council is currently working with Fire Chief Terry LaCelle on the

Emergency Management Organization Committee.

The list of paid accounts accepted as presented. The statement of Financial Activity accepted as presented. Moved by Kordus/ Fettes.

Request for Decision

Prince of Wales board members: Board member range number will be increased from minimum three and maximum nine to a minimum three and maxium 11.

Prince of Wales board members: the current board was accepted as presented.

Fees and charges bylaw changes will be implemented in 2023.

Airport Fuel Tanks: request from airport lessee to move the fuel tanks. Request will be tabled until further information is available at next meeting.

A bylaw to provide for the establishment of an Emergency Management Organization was given first, second and third reading. Accepted adopted as presented.

Councillor presentations were given as to meetings and functions attended since last report.

Chamber of Commerce announced new manager Sophie Morrison effective April 1.

It was reported that all the trees in front of the parking lot of the Union Hospital have been taken down due to Dutch Elm disease. It is critical to treat your trees if you have Elm Trees so the town does not lose any more of the greenery in town.

The next Town Council meeting will be Tuesday, April 11.

“Easter Renewal”

Christ is risen! Hallelujah!

When I was a child, the message of Easter wasn’t what I remembered. Easter Sunday was a day to get dressed up in your new spring finery to go to church. In my mind, it seems to have always been a bright, warm spring day!

Spring is a time of renewal and rebirth – we feel the warmth of the sun, we listen for the honking of the geese returning, we see calves and lambs on the farm and look for the purple of the crocus poking through in the pastures. This year, winter doesn’t seem to be letting go easily. The calendar says it is spring but with the snow and ice and freezing temperatures, it’s hard to see signs of renewal and rebirth.

Easter is not merely one Sunday but a whole season leading to Pentecost. This

is a time when we can turn to inner renewal – a transforming of our heart, mind and spirit, spiritual renewal.

The resurrection is a reminder of the love that God has for all people and all that was sacrificed for us. It can be a reminder of the teachings of Jesus and cause us to re-evaluate how, as Christians, we follow his example.

Are we accepting of all people regardless of race, religion, age, ability or any number of other differences? How do we treat the poor, the homeless, the hungry? Do we offer forgiveness to others? Spring and Easter are good reasons to reflect on our faith and how we put it into action as Jesus calls us to do.

Easter Sunday may have come and gone but the good news of the resurrection is always with us; the love of God and the example of Jesus are always with us. Hallelujah! Christ is risen!

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YOUTH ARE THE FUTURE OF OUR COMMUNITIES

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As a parent, you’re responsible for your child’s safety and well-being and most parents take this responsibility pretty seriously. However, even though you mean well, it’s totally possible to be overprotective and shelter your child too much.

The reason might be to keep your child safe, but it makes for a much more harmful future. Being too protective can have detrimental effects on your child’s development now, and prevent them from growing into independent adults later.

There are some topics that might be difficult for parents to address with their child, but it is very essential that every family has an honest and healthy conversation about the dangers of drugs. There are many great programs and services in southern Saskatchewan that could help parents teach their children about any drug concerns, and it is a lot better to learn from a trusted adult than another youth.

Failure, disappointment, and rejection are a few big issues that we want to keep out of the child’s experience. After all, we know how painful all of these things can be, and it seems wrong to not step in and keep the path clear for our children.

However, it is important for any child to learn how to properly emotionally respond to failure, disappointment and rejection. It is important to

remember that even the most successful people in the world have failed. We learn more from our failures than from our successes.

So let your child face failure, as hard as it might feel as a parent. Take the opportunity to teach them how to reflect on the failure and disappointment, how to learn from what happened, and how to look for new opportunities for success in the future.

Another good way to help your child have a successful life is to give them more responsibilities. Chores not only make children feel needed, but also teach life skills that are essential in their adult lives like preparing meals, cleaning, organizing and keeping a garden.

It is also important to avoid paying your child as a reward for completing these chores. No one is paying you as an adult to complete your chores, and it sets an unrealistic expectation. The best way is to explain to the child why these chores are a part of life, and help them respect completing them.

Chores are also a great way to start teaching your child to create their own weekly schedule, and be prepared for the responsibilities that will be expected once they enter the workforce. There are many responsibilities that your child could be trusted with at age-appropriate times.

It is our youth who are the future of our community, so helping a child to learn about responsibilities will better help prepare them for adulthood.

Dig Safe Month set to promote avoiding incidents

Getting that spring construction project started is exciting. But it’s critical to avoid contact with underground facilities, a problem that still costs Canadians an estimated $1 billion yearly.

The risk of small or large incidents rises with the arrival of warmer weather and heightened digging activity. That’s why the Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance (SCGA), a coalition of more than 90 construction companies, facility owners and communities, are again promoting “Dig Safe” month in April, with a renewed focus on in-person activities.

“Contacting a line can cause more than a minor project delay or inconvenience,” said Shannon Doka, Executive Director, Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance. “Contacts have caused major outages of electricity, natural gas, telecommunications services, significant financial penalties, and even injury and death. One simple click at Request Online – Sask First Call can make your digging job free of worry.”

The SCGA is hosting 20 free breakfasts

in communities across the province in April as part of Safe Digging Month.

This includes six new locations with the goal to get the message out on safe digging practices. The SCGA is providing the public with access to a Best Practices Manual and a new set of locally produced educational videos for both homeowners and professional contractors which will be shown during the breakfasts and made available on the SCGA YouTube Channel. There is also a new safe digging information card available on request.

New for 2023: Preserved markings are now valid for 30 calendar days, replacing the previous standard of 10 business days. The SCGA worked with industry and learned from other jurisdictions to make a key improvement to promote safer construction this year.

Requests to Sask First Call need to be at least three working days before your intended dig date. This will allow member companies the time to receive the request and provide locates for safer digging.

Our Town

Local performers featured during Music Festival

From left are Ezekial McCaslin and Alivia Karst, who shared the Assiniboia and District Ministerial Association scholarship instrumental Christian music and the Richard and Erlinda Blanchette Global Realty Inc. scholarship sacred music; Ayden Jacobs, Assiniboia and District Ministerial Association scholarship vocal, Christian music; Brielle Jacobs, Nelson GM scholarship vocal solo; and Byeolha Seo, Assiniboia Kinsmen scholarship piano solo Sonata/Sonatina.

From left are Amelia Hanstock, Piche-HawkinsGrondin scholarship for string solo; Justin Kenes and Isabella McCaslin, Piche-Hawkins-Grondin scholarship for piano solo, eight and under; and Les Wilcock (representing the Assiniboia Community Choir), who was awarded the Town of Assiniboia scholarship for any chorus.

Also awarded scholarships but unable to attend Stars of the Festival:

Kady Kuntz – Town of Assiniboia Scholarship Vocal Solo, Order of Eastern Star Assiniboia Chapter piano 13-14 years, People’s Choice Award, donated by Karen Reisner for Musical Theatre,

Rotary Club scholarship instrumental and Catholic Women’s League, Margaret Lewans Memorial scholarship piano Canadian music.

Ava Coghill – Assiniboia and District Music Festival Association Piano Solo .

Daniel Sutherland –

April 14, 2023 Civic News

The Town of Assiniboia would like to invite all volunteers of our community who give their time to the 2023 Volunteer Appreciation Brunch Event!

Saturday, April 22 at 10:00 am at the Prince of Wales Cultural & Recreation Centre. Please share this invitation with all Volunteers of your Organization.

Starting Tuesday, April 11th, complimentary Brunch Tickets are available for Pick-up in the Town Office. To reserve tickets on behalf of your organization, please contact Tina at (306) 642-5003.

To assist in this event, we are asking your organization to send us photos of your volunteers at your events over the past year to be shared via slideshow. Furthermore, we would like a few sentences about the volunteers of your organization to accompany those photos. For instance: what they mean to your organization, a thank you or even a call for volunteers. Photos & summaries can be sent via email to exec assistant@assiniboia.net by Thursday, April 20th. We look forward to this event & your Volunteers joining us for brunch!

Town Office: 306-642-3382 • 131 Third Avenue West

E: townoffice@assiniboia.net • www.assiniboia.net

Cats at Large

From left are John Delorme, Southland Coop sholarship for recital class 12 and under; Rachel Bourgeois, Southland Co-op scholarship for piano baroque period; Jonathan Kenes, Ross Funeral Service scholarship for piano concert group, any class; Ria Seo, Assiniboia Kinette Club scholarship for piano, ages nine to 10 Year; and Byeolha Seo, St. John’s Masonic Lodge #106 scholarship for piano ages 11to 12 Years.

From left, are Samuel Delorme and Ethan Delorme, Assiniboia and District Music Festival association scholarship duet/ensemble; Delorme also received the Rotary Club scholarship instrumental; Elise Hanstock and Ian Hanstock, Assiniboia and District Music Festival Association scholarship vocal solo/speech arts and Assiniboia and District Music Festival Association Family Music Award Shield; and Amelia Hanstock, Royal Canadian Legion scholarship instrumental, the Assiniboia and District Music Festival Association string solo awards, scholarship for vocal solo/speech arts, and Family Music Award.

Ross Funeral Service Scholarship Piano Recital, 13 Years and over; Assiniboia and District Arts Council Musical Theatre Solo; People’s Choice Award, donated by Karen Reisner for Musical Theatre; Knights of Columbus Piano over 15 years; and the William Shurniak Me-

morial Scholarship Piano. Amanda Blohm – Assiniboia Community Choir Scholarship Vocal Solo, Nelson GM Scholarship Vocal Solo, Dorothy Reisner Memorial Scholarship Piano Solo, RCM/CC –13 and over, and William Shurniak Memorial Scholarship Piano.

We have received numerous concerns regarding Cats at large in Assiniboia. We’d like to remind ALL pet owners of a few of our Animal Bylaw basic pet manners.

1. All dogs/CATS are to wear a collar AND a pet license. Pet licenses are now due for 2023. Pick up your license in the Town Office during office hours. Pet license fees are inexpensive and are for SAFETY.

2. NO dogs or CATS are to be running at large. Be a good neighbour - no one wants the surprises the neighbour’s cat leaves in their garden. As dogs are to be leashed, Cats are to be tethered in a safe manner.

3. PICK UP after your pet. Stoop n’ Scoop. The nice weather is unearthing all those who didn’t stoop n’ scoop this winter. Not only is it unsightly, your pet can pick up diseases from animal feces. We as residents need to remember that one person’s beloved pet, may be another person’s pest. Please be a great pet owner & a great neighbour. For more information regarding the Animal Bylaw 17/10, please visit https://www.assiniboia.net/town_office/animals_pets/pet_license.html

Reminders:

➢ April Council meetings will be Tuesday, April 11th & 25th at 6:30 p.m. Council meetings are held in Council Chambers, Asaskan Complex 131 3rd Avenue West.

➢ Head on over to Sasktix.ca to buy vour weekend passes for the 34th Annual Saskatchewan Country Music Association Awards!

➢ When the weather remembers it is April, blocked catch basins can be reported to the Town Office at (306) 642-3382. Thank you for our patience as the Public Works crew make their way around to steam catch basins.

➢ Submit your event on the Town of Assiniboia’s online Events Calendar at https://www.assiniboia.net/events_calendar.html

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Photos courtesy of Karen Reisner

From left are Rachel Bourgeois, Knights of Columbus piano over 15 years; Peyton Petersen, Sunset Acres Inc. scholarship piano 15-16 years; Lucy Quark, Dorothy Reisner Memorial scholarship piano solo, RCM/CC, ages 12 and under; and Isabella McCaslin, Catholic Women’s League, Margaret Lewans Memorial Scholarship piano Canadian music.

Province passes Firearms Act

The government passed The Saskatchewan Firearms Act on April 6 to enhance public safety across Saskatchewan and protect the rights of lawful firearms owners.

“It is important for Saskatchewan to have its own provincial firearms legislation to ensure the concerns of responsible firearms owners are taken into account,” said Corrections, Policing and Public Safety Minister Christine Tell. “This legislation will create a strong, consistent framework to enhance public

safety and support the proud tradition of responsible firearms use and ownership in this province.”

With respect to recent changes by the federal government that impact lawful firearms owners, the Act will: establish licensing requirements for seizure agents involved in firearms expropriation; require and oversee fair compensation for any firearms being seized; and require forensic and ballistic testing of seized firearms; and establish a provincial firearms regulatory system that will

promote the safe and responsible use of firearms.

This legislation will be primarily administered by the Saskatchewan Firearms Office. The Office will also take on an expanded role in prosecuting non-violent provincial firearms offenses.

“The Saskatchewan Firearms Act is critical to our work to improve public safety, promote responsible firearms ownership and assist the police in addressing crimes committed with illegal firearms,” said Chief Firearms Officer Robert Freberg.

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Photo courtesy of Hali Booth

Friends forever, these young men had started curling together in Grade 5 and have kept that tradition for the past 17 years. Top photo, from left, are Judd Dloughy, Lucas Richards, Brady Booth and Brody Blackwell. Bottom photo, from left, are Lucas Richards, Judd Dloughy, Brady Booth and Brody Blackwell.

Photo courtesy of Assiniboia Curling Club

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March 22, 2023

Our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Marion McKee, a longtime resident of Rockglen, passed away on March 22, 2023 at the age of 87. Marion was the daughter of Bob and Ida McGowan of the Lonesome Butte district west of Killdeer. She attended elementary school in Killdeer and high school in Regina. While she was attending Teachers College in Moose Jaw, she started dating Ross McKee of the Strathallen district. They dated while Marion finished Teachers College and University at Regina College and then taught at Lonesome Butte and Rockglen Schools. They were married on July 31, 1957 in Rockglen. After their wedding, Marion and Ross moved to a farm near Ross’s family home. The house Ross built for his bride was their home for the next 19 years. Their first daughter Katherine was born in 1959, followed by Nora in 1963 and Lynn in 1966. Marion did some teaching during these years but most of her time was devoted to her home and family. In 1976, Marion and Ross decided to sell the farm and move to Rockglen to live in the house formerly owned by Marion’s parents. That summer, freed from their farm responsibilities, they took their family on a two-month road trip to Eastern Canada. Over several trips, they were proud to show their girls both the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans and many points in between. Now settled in Rockglen, Marion did more teaching and became involved with the Rockglen library, serving as a board member and working part-time as a substitute librarian. She was active in the United Church, played bridge for many years with a group of friends, and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and hosting many family gatherings over the years. After Ross passed away in 2005, Marion continued to live in their Rockglen home until she moved to the Rolling Hills Lodge. Declining health took her to the Prairie Villa Personal Care Home in Assiniboia in 2019. Her final days were spent at Grasslands Health Centre in Rockglen. The family would like to thank all the amazing health care professionals who so lovingly cared for Mom over the years. You are our heroes. Marion was predeceased by her parents, husband Ross and brother Dennis McGowan. She is survived by three daughters: Katherine (Rob) Matiko, Nora McKee (Peter Freimanis) and Lynn (Mike) Fisher; seven grandchildren: Joanna (Andrew) Hanson, Mitch (Krystal) Fisher, Regan (Jarika) Freimanis, Lacey Fisher (Leigh Jacobsen), James Matiko, Rachel Freimanis (Cody Young) and Nicole Matiko; and eleven great-grandchildren: Deklen Hanson, Conroy Hanson, Shay Hanson, Sloane Hanson, Delaney Fisher, Marley Jacobsen, Nyah Fisher, Indy Jacobsen, Mory Fisher, Wilder Freimanis, and Vayda Fisher. She is also survived by her brother-in-law Glenn (Carol) McKee and sister-in-law Dolores McGowan. Funeral Service will be held Saturday, April 22, 2023 at 2:00 pm in Wesley United Church, Rockglen, SK. Linda Kirby presiding. If you wish to make a donation in Marion’s memory, please direct it to the Grasslands Health Trust Fund in Rockglen. Interment in the Rockglen Cemetery. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the McKee family may be shared at www.rossfuneralservice.com. Arrangements entrusted to Ross Funeral Service, Assiniboia, SK 306-642-3373.

Allan Greenwood

Allan Robert Greenwood passed away at home on April 2, 2023 at the age of 80. Allan was born on August 14, 1942 in Coronach, Sask. He attended Clydesdale Country School for grades 1-8, then attended Coronach for high school. Allan worked for various farmers around Coronach and Moose Jaw, construction with Tracey Construction, worked as a mechanic at Sterling Motors, followed by a 27 year career at Co-op before retiring in 1991. Allan went on to start his own successful courier service which is still running today. He operated Greenwood’s Delivery Service for 20 years, during which time he fulfilled contracts with Leader Post, Times Herald, and various rural hospitals and businesses. This is when he became known for his meticulously maintained 1996 Dodge diesel which he bought new and put 1.4 million kilometres on. Allan’s legacy will be carried on by his loving wife of 46 years Vivian (nee Dawson) as well as their seven children Ryan (Denise), Cody (Amy), Tyler (Melissa), Drew (Michelle), Holly, Haley (Larry), and Lane (Alyssa). Allan will be lovingly remembered by his many grandchildren Marcus, Leigham, Jakoby & Kolten, Allison & Zoe, Piper, Kase, & Katie, Hailey & Riley, Shyanne, and soon to arrive another baby. He is survived by his brother-in-law Bob McGee and sisters-in-law Judy Greenwood and Gail Dawson. He was predeceased by his parents Harold & Reta (nee Noble), siblings Eileen (Martin) Wrolson, Elmer, Alice McGee, and Melvin, and parents-in-law Bob and Madge Dawson. Allan is also survived and predeceased by numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, greatgreat nephew, and great-great-great nieces. A celebration of life will be held at the Eagles Club (561 Home St, W.) on Sunday, May 7th at 2:00 p.m. The family looks forward to seeing anyone who would like to honour Allan’s life. A special thank you goes out to Dr. Haver, the Homecare staff in Moose Jaw, and our Mom (Vivian) for keeping him home and comfortable until the very end.

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IN LOVING MEMORY OF JOHN SABANSKI

MY DEAREST DAD, WHO PASSED AWAY

APRIL 14, 1990 AND ESTHER SABANSKI

MY DEAREST MOM, WHO PASSED AWAY FEBRUARY 23, 2017

The day you left and gained your wings

My heart just broke in two

I wish you could have stayed with me

But Heaven needed you.

You left me with many memories

And I love you dearly still

No matter how much time goes by

You know I always will.

You were very special people

With kindness in your hearts

And the love we had together

Grows stronger now we’re apart.

I know I cannot bring you back

Although I wish it every day

But a piece of me went with you

The day you went away.

Always on my mind

Forever Loved And In My Heart

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN EQUIPMENT IS HIRING: Parts Technicians, Agriculture & Heavy Equipment Techs - Journeyman, Apprentices, CVIP/Truck Techs and RAP Students, Shop and Field positions available. View Open Roles www. rockymtn.com/careers. Possible Relocation and Signing Bonus Offered.

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS:

needed this spring for dozers, excavators, rock trucks: near Carrot River, Sk. Camp/R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d.

Send resume and work references to:

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IMMEDIATELY:

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Must have valid driver’s licence and safe food and handling ticket.

Send resume and work references to:

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Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca

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Strength training necessary to maintain long-term health

A balanced diet and exercise, which includes a combination of aerobic activities and strength training, is necessary to maintain long-term health.

Regular physical activity is one of the most important things older adults can do to protect their overall health. Exercise helps to delay or prevent many of the conditions that come with age. Adults ages 65 and older should aim for the recommended 150 minutes a week of moderate-intensity activity, such as brisk walking, and at least two days of activities that strengthen muscles.

When it comes to muscle strengthening, seniors can follow these safety guidelines as

they embark on their strength-training journeys.

• Speak with a healthcare provider first. Get the green light to proceed with an exercise regimen before beginning by having a discussion with your general practitioner about your fitness goals. Your doctor can recommend strategies that are safe and point out any exercises that may compromise your overall health.

• Master basic exercises first. Anyone new to strength training, which is sometimes known as resistance training, can start out slowly, even using just body weight, to provide resistance. Resistance exercises can include squats, crunches, modified pushups, planks, and lunges.

• Graduate to resistance bands. When you’re ready to move on to something else, consider resistance bands as an alternative to free weights. The bands can help you develop good form before introducing weight. Good form is key to avoiding injury.

• Work with a trainer. Working with a certified personal trainer can help you learn how to use free weights and strength-training machines correctly. A trainer also can create a routine that includes the right number of sets and repetitions to gradually build and maintain muscle mass. If you decide against hiring a trainer, gym staff members may guide you through equipment and

demonstrate proper form.

• Exercise with a friend. Strength training with a friend or family member can provide motivation and keep you on target to meet your goals.

• Build up gradually. Your first strength session should only last 10 to 15 minutes. This enables you to gauge soreness. Wait until soreness abates before beginning your next session if you are new to strength training.

Strength exercises are a vital part of maintaining health as a senior. These exercises help maintain muscle mass and improve balance and bone health.

Simple secrets to keep hanging baskets flowering all season

Post from Old World Garden Farms

Start with small plants and big baskets.

If you want all season flower power, the first secret is to start small early on. Whatever you do, stay away from those incredibly large and beautiful early spring hanging baskets. The massive flowering baskets may look amazing, but all of that growth simply means they will never make it to midsummer, let along fall.

Look for smaller plants, but you do want larger baskets.

Stay away from hanging baskets that have smaller containers. There is simply not enough soil in small baskets to keep plants going all year. The same goes if you plant your own baskets at home.

If you purchase your hanging baskets, select ones that are just beginning to fill out their containers. These are the baskets you can grow slowly with proper care.

Avoid using or purchasing 12” to 14” basket sizes. Instead select ones at least 16” to 18” in diameter. These provide more room

and depth for roots to grow all season long. And when planting your own, start with smaller plants too.

Remember- more roots in large baskets give the plants more ability to soak up water and nutrients.

Consistent Watering

The quickest way to weaken a hanging basket plant is to water it inconsistently. And that includes not watering it often enough, or watering it too much. Get in the habit of watering your baskets at the same time every day.

The best time to water is in the early morning so plants can withstand the heat of the day. As baskets grow larger in mid-summer they will need more water as roots and plants are bigger.

Fertilizing slow & steady

Hanging baskets, as like any flowers planted in a container, have limited soil fertility. Even using the best planting mix, it will eventually run out of power. Becase of that, fertilizing your baskets on a regular basis is a major key to keep them thriving. But it is how and when you apply fertilizer that is the biggest secret of all when

Sealed tenders will be received by the undersigned until 1600 hours (CST), April 26, 2023 for the following service contract:

Grounds Maintenance Person

The contractor will be responsible to provide lawn maintenance for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Assiniboia, SK, building grounds for the months beginning May 1st, 2023 through to September 30th, 2023.

Complete job description can be requested by email:

RCMP.FAssiniboiaDetachmentFDetachementAssiniboia.GRC@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

Mail tender to:

NCO i/c

Royal Canadian Mounted Police 101 Dominion Road Box 1358 Assiniboia, SK. S0H 0B0

it comes to long term success. The key is to apply a lighter (weaker) dose more often. The best way to fertilize is every ten to fourteen days with a steady slow feed of nutrients. This can be accomplished with a liquid feeding of an organic fertilizer or using liquid compost tea or worm casting tea. If you are using a commercial liquid fertilizer mix at ¼ to ½ of the recommended strength to apply every 10-14 days. This supplies a slow dose without pumping up the plants to quickly. Using a towfold approach to fertiliz -

ing works like a charm. In addition to regular feeding with a liquid fertilizer, apply a ¼ cup of worm castings to the top level of the basket soil every month. Worm casting are the perfect slow release fertilizer. Every time you water, the nutrients leach down through the soil and are absorbed by the roots. This two-punch system will keep your baskets healthy, strong and blooming big deep into summer and early fall.

Deadheading your plants

Finally to keep your plants flowering dead -

heading is a must. Old blooms continue to take energy from the plant but when removed that energy

is then spent on producing more flowers. The more you deadhead, the more blooms you will have.

WOHLERS LAND TENDER

Located in R.M. of Willow Bunch No. 42 SE 26-05-28 W2 Extension 0

Prospective purchasers must rely on their own research of the property to determine acreage, condition, improvements, and assessment.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Please submit certified cheque for 5% of bid with tender, payable to Lewans& Ford In Trust, and clearly mark envelope

“WOHLERS LAND TENDER.” Tenders will close April 28, 2023

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Barristers & Solicitors

Box 759, Assiniboia, Saskatchewan

S0H 0B0

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fax: 306-642-5777

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Congratulations to the following members who have been elected by acclamation to the Board of Directors of the Rockglen-Killdeer Credit Union.

Laurie Disney

Marvin Bakke

Annual General Meeting

Monday April 17th, 2023

Supper @ 6:00PM ~ Meeting to Follow Supper tickets are $10.00 each, call today to register at (306) 476-2244.

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Assiniboia Rotary Club busy with fundraisers, trivia events

It has been a busy couple of months for the Assiniboia Rotary Club.

The Rotary Club donated $10,000 to aide in the renovations to the new Rotary Family Center in Assiniboia. Club treasurer Sandra Peutert, presented the cheque to Stephanie VanDeSype Recreation and Community Wellness Manager.

The Rotary club has been hosting our monthly trivia events at Nash’s Restaurant every first Wednesday of the month. The club appreciate’s Nash Restaurant for allowing them to host in their restaurant. They also appreciate everyone who has supported the fundraiser. They will returning in the fall.

A trivia event was held for the first time at the Limerick Hotel on April 1, and was a huge success! The Limerick Hotel was the host, and the sponsor was Prairie Grocery Store. Appeciation goes to everyone who attended the event. They look forward to returning in the fall.

The annual Suds and supper was held on day April 2. Everyone was treated to a five course meal prepared by Jeff Feeley and his co-chefs. Everyone enjoyed the meal, as well learned a lot about

pairing beer with the meals. The proceeds from the event will be used to sponsor an incoming Rotary exchange student. The student will be attending the 2023-2024 school year in Assiniboia.

The Assiniboia Rotary club is currently selling tickets for our Mother’s Day draw they are $10 each or three for $25. The prize is $500 in gift cards to local

businesses.

There will be two names drawn, as two prizes are available. Many businesses contributed to the prizes. Local residents can purchase tickets from any Rotary member or etransfer to assiniboiarotary@gmail.com. The funds raised will be presented to the Golden South Child Care Centre, which is located in Assiniboia.

Grassroots Co-op is hiring a Team Member/ Automotive Technician at our Agro Center in Limerick, Saskatchewan.

Who we are:

Co-op does business differently.  As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.

What you’ll do:

Responsible to carry out appointments in a safe, timely, and efficient manner while providing exceptional customer service to all Co-op customers and employees.

• Complete Oil Changes, vehicle maintenance, and troubleshoot.

• Complete Tire fixes and changes.

• Shop and Site maintenance.

• Maintain a schedule and ensure timely delivery of products.

• Install products according to the customer’s desire, while ensuring a high level of safety.

• Assist with Instore Duties when not in the shop

• Other Duties as assigned.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners. Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Customer Service and:

• You have the ability to work independently

• You have 1-3 Years Automotive experience

• Possess a valid driver’s licence

• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.

• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

• Small engine repair knowledge would be considered an asset

Training can be made available for the right Candidate.

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, and an employer-contributed pension plan.  We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

Apply Instore or by email by April.30th, 2023 or contact us at grassrootsgm@sasktel. net for more information.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.

WILLOW BUNCH MUSEUM & HERITAGE SOCIETY, INC.

Seeking 1Seasonal Full-Time & 1 Post Secondary Seasonal Full-time ASSISTANT MUSEUM ADMINISTRATOR (All Youth Ages 15 to 30 years old may apply)

Work Term: May 29 – Aug. 20, 2023 (12wks)

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS: APRIL 17, 2023

Email: Resumes To: wbmusuem@sasktel.net or mail to: Willow Bunch Museum Box 157 Willow Bunch, SK S0H 4K0

For More Information, please visit our website @ www.willowbunchmuseum.ca

WEED INSPECTOR Part-time Seasonal

The R.M. of Old Post No. 43, R.M. of Lake of the Rivers No. 72 and R.M. of Stonehenge No. 73 are desirous of hiring a jointly appointed Weed Inspector. This is a part-time seasonal position with an expected start date of May 1st and an expected completion date of October 31st with consideration given if successful applicant is a post-secondary student going back to school in the fall. Some weeks will require full time hours during road tours and remainder of season is expected to be part-time hours, dependent on weather and work load.

Responsibilities

• Enforce The Weed Control Act

• Complete tours of the R.M.’s and prepare a map designating weed locations.

• Enter onto private property (except for dwellings) to inspect for prohibited and noxious weeds, as well as nuisance weeds in response to a complaint.

• Issue Agreements or Orders for the Eradication of prohibited weeds and isolated noxious weeds, or containment and integrated control of established noxious weeds as well as integrated control measures of nuisance weeds.

• Arrange for the appropriate measures to be taken by the municipality if Orders or Agreements issued regarding prohibited, noxious or nuisance weeds are not complied with in the time required.

Training/Education

A diploma or certificate in an agriculture program or a background in agriculture would be an asset but is not necessary for this position.

The SARM Plant Health Officer will provide the training on the legislation, weed identification and other aspects of the position.

Other

Must provide own vehicle and mileage rate will be negotiated.

This position has a base wage of $25/hr however the wage will be negotiated, dependent on education, qualifications and experience.

Please provide a detailed resume and cover letter by Monday, April 24, 2023 to: R.M. of Stonehenge No. 73 Box 129 Limerick, SK S0H 2P0 rm73@sasktel.net

Rotary Club treasurer, Sandra Peutert presents a cheque to Stephanie VanDeSype, Recreation and Community Wellness manager. Photo by Sandy Cristo

Willow Bunch Auto Lotto winners of the 2023 GMC Sierra truck were Cliff and Brenda Arnal of Shaunavon, Sask. The truck was purchased through Nelson GM of Assiniboia.

Thefuturebelongstothose who believeinthebeautyoftheirdreams. ApplytodayfortheSouthlandCo-op Scholarshiptoassistyou

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Spring road restrictions now in effect, will remain for six weeks

the road,” said Highways Minister Jeremy Cockrill. “They reduce maintenance costs and enhance safety.”

once winter weights end on March 15. However, due to colder weather last month, restrictions were delayed.

Four scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded throughout the Southland Co-op Trading Area at the board’s discretion: assiniboia, Coronach, Gravelbourg, Lafleche & Mossbank High Schools

Four scholarships of $1 000 each will be awarded throughout the Southland Co-op Trading Area at the Board’s Discretion: Assiniboia Coronach

Four scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded throughout the Southland Co-op Trading Area at the Board s Discretion: Assiniboia Coronach

Gravelbourg Lafleche & Mossbank High Schools

Gravelbourg, Lafleche & Mossbank High Schools

For more information, go to our website: www.southlandco-op.crs

For more information, go to our website: www.southlandco-op.crs

Application deadline is April 30th, 2023

Application deadline is April 30th, 2023

Now Open!

Now Open!

The 2023 spring road restrictions were put into force in Saskatchewan on April 7. The province and rural municipalities use these restrictions to mitigate potential damage to our highway system.

“Weight restrictions prevent damage during spring thaw to pavement and the ground beneath

The road bans reduce allowable weights on RM roads and secondary weight on provincial highways by 10 to 15 per cent and usually last about six weeks.

Typically, the road restrictions begin in March,

With warmer temperatures and longer days coming, the 2023 restrictions will be province wide. In previous years, bans have been phased in by region because spring temperatures arrive sooner in the south.

The 2023 spring restrictions will remain in place for up to six weeks.

To check which highways are impacted, please visit saskatchewan.ca/ trucking. Spring road bans will be posted under the “New Spring Order” link.

Information is also available by contacting the Highway Hotline at saskatchewan.ca/highwayhotline or by calling 511.

Monday - Thursday & Saturday: 10 A.M. to 7 P.M.

Friday, April 7th: 12 P.M. to 5 P.M.

Sunday, April 9th: Closed

Assiniboia ~ Coronach

Assiniboia ~ Coronach

Gravelbourg Lafleche ~ Mossbank

Gravelbourg Lafleche ~ Mossbank

A service station was demolished at 436 Centre Street in Assiniboia. Originally built in 1957, the old building was demolished and a new Lockwood Service was completed in 1963. The business was sold to Turbo Resources in fall of 1974, and has stood its ground until demolition in April, 2023.

PMP Powerline Construction crew replace power poles in relation to the SaskTel fibre internet installation. They replaced 33 power poles in Assiniboia.