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Authorities are coming together in hopes of directing those in crisis situations away from jail and emergency rooms. PACT stands for Police and Crisis Team. The program, announced last

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Friday by the SHA, RCMP and government officials, is to send mental health professionals, along with police, to respond to certain calls. The goal, according to SHA representatives, is to create “a mobile team that can de-escalate mental health crisis situations.” “We know that similar programs have helped reduced pressure on hospital emergency departments,” Vice-President Integrated

Northern Health Andrew McLetchie said, adding “these programs can help respond to those people when they’re most in need of it.” Logistically, Battlefords RCMP Sgt. (and PACT co-ordinator) Pernell St. Pierre said, police would attend and investigate a call. If a case is deemed to involve a mental health crisis, a PACT-team member would be called. Continued on Page 3

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RCMP Sgt. Pernell St. Pierre speaks about the PACT program introduced last Friday. RCMP will call PACT team members if they encounter people in mental health crisis situations, including theatening suicide. The two PACT team members who will work in the Battlefords have backgrounds in addictions and social work. Photo by Josh Greschner

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Inquest looks into death of Brydon Whitstone Staff

Monday marked the first day of the coroner’s inquest into the death of Brydon Whitstone on Oct 21, 2017, in North Battleford. The inquest has been examining the circumstances surrounding the shooting death of Whitstone by a member of the RCMP. Regina Police Service recently wrapped up the independent investigation into the incident, and it was determined no charges would be laid. The inquest is expected to shed further light on what happened. It is taking place at Queens Bench Court, Battleford, with coroner Robert Kennedy presiding. The first order of business Monday was the seating of the six members of the jury. Five days had been set aside for the inquest, from Dec. 3 to 7. While it is taking place in Queen’s Bench Court in front of a jury, it differs from trials in many respects as the main goal is not to assign liability, but to determine how someone died. According to a news release from the province in November, “the purpose of an inquest is to establish who died, when and where that person died and the medical cause and manner of death. The coroner’s jury may make recommendations to prevent similar deaths.” At press time, it was expected the inquest would continue into Friday. Below, find the testimony from the first two days of the inquest, in chronological order. Watch our website for further updates.

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Day One Brydon Whitstone’s parents Dorothy Laboucane and Albert Whitstone were both in attendance in court Monday as the the first witness was called, Sgt. Rob Zentner of RCMP Major Crimes Unit based out of Saskatoon. Zentner travelled to North Battleford and was on the scene by just after 1 a.m. The investigation was under Zentner’s authority for the first several hours until the arrival of Regina Police Service the next morning, at which point the investigation was

turned over to them. Zentner testified extensively on what was written in the supplementary occurrence report on the incident, prepared the day after the incident. In that summary, it was noted on Oct 21 at 8:55 p.m., F Division reported they had received a complaint of a male being chased by four individuals in a white four door car. While being chased, a shot was fired on the ground near the male. A 911 call was also recorded reporting someone had been shot at. At 9:30 p.m., according to the report, a vehicle matching the description

Tim Hawryluk with the Inquest Council and Coroner Robert Kennedy arrive at the courthouse. Photo by Averil Hall

was located in the area of 16th Avenue and 105th Street. A short pursuit of 20-30 seconds commenced involving five police cars, two of which were rammed by the suspect vehicle; one member of the RCMP suffered minor injuries. Zentner noted one of the police vehicles had ended up up against a fence at a house; the other had some damage but was still drivable. According to the police report, the suspect vehicle became immobilized on a nearby property at 15th and 105th Street, and was boxed in by two police cars. Commands were made by members to the occupants (a male and female) to exit the vehicle, however, the engine continued to rev and the occupants inside refused to comply. Members approached and

smashed out the front drivers and passenger side windows. Additional demands to comply were given, but the male driver ignored them and was seen reaching down to his waist area. It was Zentner’s understanding the male driver was Brydon Whitstone and the female passenger was Amanda Wahobin. The next paragraph of the police report stated RCMP Cst. Jerry Abbott had discharged his service pistol, striking the occupant in the chest. EMS subsequently attended to the scene, but Whitstone was pronounced deceased en route to the hospital at 9:38 p.m. Wahobin was arrested on other outstanding matters and lodged in cells. She was interviewed on the initial complaint by RCMP,

and again later by Regina Police Service. Local RCMP detachment personally notified the brother of Whitstone of his passing just past 4 a.m. Zentner said the identity of the driver was confirmed by responding members who were familiar with Whitstone. The afternoon session was dominated by the playing of the 911 audio and eight cell phone videos taken by four eyewitnesses. The second witness called Monday was Detective Sgt. Pierre Beauchesne of Regina Police Service. Beauchesne testified he and three others came up to the Battlefords for the investigation, arriving around 11:50 a.m. Oct 22. They were tasked with interviewing Cst. Abbott, the individual who had discharged the pistol, and Amanda Wahobin. Wahobin stated Whitstone did not have a weapon, Beauchesne said, adding she had told police Whitstone was pretending to have a weapon because he “wanted to die because of what was going on in his life.” Beauchesne added that Wahobin said, “I think this was suicide by police... he had nothing and kept pretending he did.” In the interview Regina Police Service had with Cst. Abbott, Beauchesne said, Abbott told police he had taken cover behind a tree at the scene, and as others approached the vehicle he was able to

approach the front pillar of the driver’s side of the vehicle. The window was smashed out, he had his firearm drawn and was issuing commands to those in the vehicle demanding to see their hands. He saw the male put his hands on the steering wheel with his hands up, at which point Abbott believed there was compliance, but then he saw Whitstone put his hand in his pants and he described it as putting it in his pants, leaning backwards, and making motions that he had something. At that point, said Beauchesne, believing there was an imminent threat to life, Abbott shot Whitstone twice. Beauchesne also spoke of the autopsy and postmortem examination, which included the evidence of a live round inside of Whitstone’s stomach, and of a black sock with several unspent 22 caliber rounds found in his jacket. This backed up earlier testimony from Zentner. The third witness called Monday was Jeff Soroka of the RCMP. Soroka’s testimony focused on dash-cam video. Day Two Police testimony continued Tuesday with Cpl. Robert Topping, RCMP collision reconstructionist, followed by testimony from Richard Kenkel, Advance Care Paramedic with WPD Ambulance, taking the stand. Continued on Page 6

Mental health professionals to respond to RCMP calls Continued from Page 1 “They’ll sit with that person, they’ll determine what they’re going to do with that person, whether they’ll go to the emergency room, or in case it’s criminal, maybe arrest,” St. Pierre said. But if the circumstances aren’t appropriate for either, St. Pierre said the PACTteam members could make referrals to a mental health unit. For those in need, a PACT-team member could have someone skip the step of having to wait in an emergency room, which are often crowded.

Examples of cases in which a PACT-team member would be called, St. Pierre said, would be a suicide threat or someone in a domestic violence situation who’s unable to break the cycle. Two PACT-team members are to work with Battlefords RCMP. Johann Engelke, of the Battlefords Mental Health Centre, said the PACT-team members are qualified due to their backgrounds in addictions and social work. “We have many people who’re struggling with mental health and addic-

tion problems, that end up in the criminal justice process, that could well be served in other areas rather than tying up justice,” Staff/Sgt. Darcy Woolfitt said. North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater thanked MLA Herb Cox and the provincial government. Cox said PACT in Saskatoon saved 287 visits to the emergency room, and 289 trips to the emergency room in Regina. According to an SHA release, the Government of Saskatchewan is investing $980,000 in 2018-19 for new PACT programs.

Dignataries and others who helped bring PACT-team members to the Battlefords, including MLA Herb Cox and Mayor Ryan Bater. Photos by Josh Greschner

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I had to pay a speeding ticket the other day. I wasn’t driving very fast when I got the ticket, but it was in a school zone. School zones are tricky. I didn’t realize I was in one until the RCMP member explained why he’d stopped me. I was used to, on every city block, there being a sign saying when you can’t park there due to street cleaning, or indicating other restrictions. But it’s not so with school zone signs. I was clocked at 44 km/h on a block where there was no school. There was a school zone sign setting a maximum speed of 30 km/h, however it was turned the other way, informing the traffic traveling toward me they were entering a school zone. I could only see the back of the sign. Just past that sign, on my side of the road, was a 50 km/h speed limit sign, which was apparently telling me I was leaving it. So, the way it works is, once you see a school zone sign, assume it’s a school zone until you see a 50 km speed limit sign, whether or not you go through an intersection to another block or even turn a corner. It does makes sense once you think it through, but it’s not exactly intuitive. I had to go back and drive the area again before I figured out exactly what had happened. Still, no excuses. Now I know, and so do you. Keep it in mind. Jayne Foster

Letter Hoping elders were consulted in name change

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Dear Editor When it was announced that Killsquaw Lake was being renamed, I was led to wonder what the Indigenous peoples called this lake before it was named Killsquaw Lake. I’m sure the peoples around here had a name for it or for the area around it. I know that Little Pine and Sweetgrass are closer to Unity distance-wise than Red Pheasant, so I’m hoping their elders were also consulted as they might have known what the history and name was before. If it did have a name, perhaps it would have been good to have that name brought back rather than finding a new name. All of this pondering won’t make a difference now, but it got me thinking about what might have been before. Val Middleton Unity

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Domestic abuse

If you need help, here is advice For anyone in an abusive situation, we hope the following advice from the Saskatchewan RCMP is useful and encourages seeking help: Assault is a crime. An assault is committed when a person intentionally applies force to another person without their consent. An assault is also committed when a person threatens to apply force to a person and the victim believes that the person has the ability to carry out the threat. Physical injury is not required. November is Domestic Violence Awareness month. Saskatchewan RCMP would like to remind you of steps to take if you find yourself in a violent situation: • If possible, leave or call the police. The police may be able to prevent future abuse and provide some immediate protection. • In a crisis situation, it is important to tell the police whether your life is in danger, or if a weapon is being used. Ensure you provide a detailed description of your exact location and a call back phone number. Be as clear as possible. When the RCMP are called to assist: • They will assess the situation. It may be necessary to restrain the abuser. • You may be asked to provide a statement in order to obtain a detailed record of what took place. It is a good

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idea to provide a statement as soon as possible while the details are still fresh. • The police will decide whether there is enough evidence to proceed with charges. This takes the matter out of the victim’s hands. The victim cannot be bullied or threatened into asking that the charges be dropped. If the abuser tries to interfere with the case – for example by threatening the victim or asking them to lie – additional criminal charges may be laid. Additional Victim Support: Victim Services are an integral part of providing assistance to victims of domestic violence. Victim Services provides support, information, referrals, and advocacy in a confidential and sensitive manner, in order to achieve the wellness of individuals, families, and communities overall. Victim Service personnel are NOT police officers, but often work closely with the police. You do not have to access the police to access Victim Services – you can go straight to Victim Services without having to report a crime. Start the conversation today. Reach out for help. There are many places and programs that are willing to provide assistance. Speak to your local police, victim services, hospital, church, mental health organization, or transitional house (shelter), in your area. Gordon Brewerton Senior Group Publisher

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From the top of the pile By Brian Zinchuk

brian.zinchuk@sasktel.net Visit www.newsoptimist.ca to read Brian Zinchuk’s rant on how Notley’s $350 million doesn’t come close to buying 7,000 rail cars and 80 locomotives. “there’s a big problem with her numbers. She spoke of $350 million to purchase up to 7,000 rail cars and 80 locomotives. That $350 million doesn’t come even close. It might be enough to lease those units for a few years. Her stated intention was this was a short-term solution, and the life expectancy of a locomotive and tanker cars is easily into three or four decades.”

Last week’s News-Optimist online poll: This is a poll for casino-goers. A new casino in Lloydminster is nearly ready. Will you trek to the border city to try your luck even though there is a casino in North Battleford? • Of course, the more the merrier.

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This week’s News-Optimist online poll: Now that there’s snow in downtown NB, do you find it hard to see where the parking stalls are? • Yes. I miss those metal standards (formerly used for parking meters in the ancient past). • No. I just pull in wherever there is a spot. • Yes. But there’s no place to park anyway, so it doesn’t matter. • No. I have no occasion to go downtown, so it doesn’t matter.

Poundmaker Cree Nation and Little Pine First Nation will have new security forces watching the neighbourhood, as a number of participants recently graduated from a community safety officer-training program at North West College. A graduation ceremony took place last Friday on Little Pine. The CSO-training participants were, from Little Pine: Kyle Achakus, Serinda Baptiste, Laithan Checkosis, Francine Frank, Tyler Frank, Shurrie Fox, Earl Jackson, Tyler Kahmahkoostayo, Alvin Nighttraveller, Catlin Okemow, Rhonda Pete, Keith Starr, Miles Starr, from Poundmaker, Ursula Baptiste, Dawntay Bear, Adrian Bonaise, Barbara Tootoosis, Michelle Tootoosis and Chelsea Weenie. Photo by Laurel Sapp

Locals finish community safety officer program, steps toward First Nation police force By Josh Greschner Reporter

Little Pine First Nation and Poundmaker Cree Nation are a step closer to having their own police force. A class of participants graduated last Friday from a community safety officer-training program at North West College. The six-week program give graduates some training to work as community safety officers, and they could work in a number of different capacities. Of the students, eight are from Little Pine while 13 are from Poundmaker. The training is one step in a process. For some, special constable status could be next, whereas others could go on to work in industries including security.

Jacob Pete, former police chief and one of the program’s organizers, said eight of the participants are returning to their home communities, while others could go on to other things. Leaders of the neighbouring First Nations have found crime to be a problem, including violence and drug-related crime,

while police response times can be long. Pete said the next step in the process toward establishing a police force is submitting a business plan. Some trainees could attend courses at Saskatchewan Police College or another program. Community safety offi-

cers from North Battleford, Pete said, were “helping at the band level.” “[The North Battleford CSOs] are happy with our fellows as well,” Pete said. “It’‘s a whole communitywide effort.”

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2019 budget: Big water projects proposed By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

2019 budget deliberations are ongoing in the City of North Battleford, and explanations for the proposed tax increases are coming to light. Two important changes in the 2018 budget compared to the 2019 budget are land sales and investment revenue. In 2018, land sales was budgeted to bring in $1.2 million, while it only brought in approxi-

mately $111,000 last year. Land sales revenue in 2019 is budgeted at $3,000. The budget document attributes the decrease to market conditions. 2018’s budget also saw a decrease in revenue from the city’s bank investments: a budgeted $566,850 turned out to be an actual $267,000. The 2019 budget sets investment income at approximately $312,000. Finance director Steve Brown told council an ad-

visor said to decrease withdrawing or “the investment income will start to dry up.”

Fire and Protective Services

A proposed expenditure increase, Fire Chief Trevor Brice said, is due to paid on-call firefighters not having a pay increase for nine years. A proposed raise wouldn’t put the firefighters at the top of the scale “but relatively reflected” in comparison, Brice said, to other fire departments in the province.

Fire services also intends to buy new breathing equipment (Brice said its current stock is outdated), and a heavy-duty washing machine designed to eliminate carcinogens from materials. Research has shown cancer can cause death among career firefighters, and the new machine has a decontamination process intended to remove carcinogens. Community Safety Officer Ross MacAngus said $89,000 is budgeted to

come in from police fines and fees, which includes dog and cat licenses, along with traffic and parking tickets. MacAngus said the city receives a percentage of traffic ticket money, while retaining 100 per cent of parking ticket fees. MacAngus said to date, 2,681 residential parking tickets have been issued. Parking tickets issued downtown are at 176, and have increased since community safety officers have patrolled more.

On another note, grants make up an overwhelming majority of the total $1.3 million of Policing Services revenue. Fifty-nine fulltime members work out of the Battlefords RCMP detachment. The city contracts for 36 RCMP member positions and nine support staff, while 23 fulltime members are funded by the provincial government or under community tripartite agreements, the budget states. Continued on Page 8

Inquest looks into death of Brydon Whitstone Continued from Page 3 Testimony came next from the passenger in the vehicle, Amanda Wahobin, whose testimony was much anticipated, based on her earlier statements to police that suggested Whitstone might have willed his own death. But under questioning Tuesday she seemed far less certain. Coroner’s counsel Tim Hawryluk asked the first round of questions, with Wahobin confirming she had been friends with Whitstone. Wahobin had been staying in North Battleford on Oct. 21 and had seen Whitstone that day late in the afternoon. She had gone over to his house to visit and had been planning to go to a wedding. Wahobin confirmed that she had been in the white four-door Buick LeSabre that day; she also confirmed that she knew the vehicle had previously been stolen. Only she knew initially, but later on she told Whitstone it was stolen. She and Whitstone had been at a friend’s house that evening. After 7 p.m., she and Whitstone went to the downtown liquor store in the white LeSabre, where they purchased a bottle of vodka. After that, they went to her place in North Battleford to look for an outfit for her to wear for the wedding. Whitstone was there to help her pick a dress, she testified. They went outside on the steps, where she said

Whitstone told her to stop using drugs and alcohol, offering support to her, and he also said he had wanted to move on from the gang life and move forward from it. They also noticed outside that some police cars had been driving around the area. The two then went to the home of Whitstone’s mother. Wahobin testified that while there, Whitstone took off three rings, a bracelet, and his watch, and told her he wanted her to keep them “in case something happens to me tonight.” After 9 p.m., they left the residence and headed out again in the white LeSabre. They went up the back alley, but on 107th Street a police car did a uturn behind their vehicle and turned on its lights. Wahobin testified that at that point Whitstone said, “Are you ready, my minion?” To Wahobin, that meant Whitstone “wasn’t going to stop,” that he was about to run from police. The LeSabre then led police on a chase. The LeSabre T-boned a police vehicle and, said Wahobin, “did a 360,” at which point airbags went off. Whitstone put the vehicle in drive again, hitting another vehicle. Eventually the car came to rest at the 15th Avenue105th Street location, in front of the Academy of Learning, surrounded by police vehicles. Police officers were

around the vehicle at this point. Wahobin testified she didn’t recall police telling her to put hands up. At this point, she recalled Whitstone putting the car in “reverse and drive.” Wahobin testified that right before the gunshots were discharged, Whitstone was putting his right hand onto his groin area and into his pants. She testified she heard the police yell, “He’s grabbing for something!” At that point, she heard the first shot. Even after being shot, she said Whitstone was trying to get the car to start, putting the vehicle into “reverse and drive.” Wahobin testified Whitstone was trying to “reach into his pants again” when he was shot a second time. Hawryluk asked Wahobin if Whitstone had something in his pants. Wahobin said no, that he had no firearm that day. Wahobin also testified she didn’t recall seeing Whitstone handle any bullets or consume bullets into his mouth. Hawryluk asked whether Whitstone had talked to her about any “self-harm” prior to that, and Wahobin responded he had a month before. His baby had passed away, Wahobin said. Hawryluk next focused on Regina Police Service’s interview with Wahobin. Wahobin testified she didn’t recall telling the officer that Whitstone had told her he wanted to die. Wahobin said she had

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been drinking that day; she was on her third glass of a mixed drink, which had included vodka, pop and orange juice. Whitstone had been drinking as well, and his mixes would have been stronger. She said she had not consumed any drugs that day, and said Whitstone hadn’t consumed drugs in her presence. Lawyer Sean Sass, representing the RCMP, asked about the white car. Under questioning, Wahobin said she had known the white LeSabre was stolen because someone she knew only as “Minnow” had told her it was stolen. She also confirmed Minnow had given her the keys. Wahobin also confirmed Minnow had wanted the car back later, and that they were all going to go to the wedding together. Minnow had also told the two of them not to use the car in a certain area of the city because “he knew there were cops up there.” Whitstone family attorney Stephanie Lavallee asked Wahobin for clarification on her statement to police that she thought Whitstone had wanted to die. Lavallee asked if Whitstone ever expressed wishes to die. Wahobin remembered one instance when someone else was men-

tioning how she wanted to die, and Whitstone had responded, “You’re the one who wants to die? ... If anything, I want to die.” Lavallee seemed to poke holes into the theory that Whitstone was pretending to have a weapon. She suggested it “would be difficult to dig into pants when you’re wearing jeans.” The last witness of the afternoon was Matthew McKay, a rural RCMP member. He was patrolling when he received a call in relation to a shooting incident. Given the seriousness of the call, “we all respond,” he testified. McKay recalled he started at the area of Battlefords Union Hospital and went north, when he saw a vehicle that matched the description of the complaint. He activated his emergency lights but the vehicle did not stop, and he got authorization to initiate the pursuit. McKay testified he could not believe the carnage after the white LeSabre had collided with RCMP police vehicles. “I couldn’t believe my eyes” that the suspect vehicle was still operational, McKay testified. Seeing the “incredibly damaged” vehicles, he said he “believed one of his friends

and colleagues were dead.” He got out of his vehicle, drew his gun, and decided to “go after the active threat.” By this time, many had converged on the scene, he said. At the scene, McKay testified that verbal commands were given of, “stop, you’re under arrest, show your hands.” He said the message was consistent: to show your hands, stop, and get out of the car. At one point he saw Whitstone’s hands on the wheel and then saw them drop off. He could also hear others say, “He’s reaching! Look out!” When asked, “did you hear a shot?” McKay responded, “I did.” He also said it sounded like an RCMP pistol – “our” pistol, he said. Lavallee asked about McKay’s failure to wear a microphone that night as he headed towards the scene; McKay said his priority was on responding to “a clear and present danger to life.” Testimony at the inquest was due to resume Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. The indication was that there would be six witnesses that day, all of them RCMP officers. Watch our website for further updates on the inquest, scheduled to run into Friday.

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Distillery president encourages investment in Saskatchewan By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The man spearheading what has been billed the “largest distillery in the history of Saskatchewan” was in North Battleford Thursday last week. Moni Minhas, president and CEO of Minhas Sask Distillery, Winery and Brewery, was the keynote speaker at Business Forum 2018 presented by Innovation Credit Union. The event was held at the Dekker Centre. Minhas also gave a similar presentation at the Innovation Credit Union event in Swift Current the day before. In speaking to the News-Optimist while making his way to North Battleford on Wednesday, Minhas said he planned to have a positive message for those attending. “The title of my presentation is ‘Why Invest in Saskatchewan,’” said Minhas, who is from Calgary. “I’m going to tell them why I believe people should invest in Saskatchewan, what my experience was like, what was positive and maybe not so positive – although it was almost all positive.” The other part of his presentation, he said, was to fill the audience in on what kinds of things they could do that he had personally succeeded with. “So some hints, some ideas and some inspiration, hopefully.” The business Minhas is in – the distillery business – is not one typically associated with Saskatchewan. For his part, he saw a great opportunity. He recounts a discussion he had a few years ago, in which the lack of local options came up. “In the 100-year history of Saskatchewan, almost all the alcohol sold in this

province has come from outside the province and outside the country,” said Minhas. “Since it is the place for the best barley, for God’s sake, why doesn’t somebody use that barley to make quality beer, since a beer is as good as the ingredients you use? And Saskatchewan definitely has the best, quality people, as good and better than anybody else… why doesn’t somebody do that? Why is Saskatchewan’s hard-earned money being shipped out of the province and the country?” “So I said, okay. I’m going to build a high-tech, biggest distillery, and then I added a winery and a brewery, in the history of Saskatchewan combined,” said Minhas. “My project went up in four times the size and cost and probably double the time. But thankfully, a month ago we started producing.” He says they are making “every product known to mankind” except Scotch and Irish whisky, which they aren’t allowed to make, nor Cognac whisky because “last time I checked, Saskatchewan isn’t a part of France!” The product line includes whisky, vodka, gin, and all kinds of liquors, eggnog, wines and beers – craft and regular. He counts “all of Saskatchewan” as the market for the product. He has a warehouse, tap room and facilities in Regina and Saskatoon and distribution out of both. As for going beyond Saskatchewan, Minhas says he has orders from Alberta, Montana, Guam and Bermuda, but says the immediate focus will be on this province. Already, his staff has gone from zero to 40 in a matter of three weeks.

Minhas said they held a job fair in which 200 people showed up. The hope next year is to expand to 24-hoursseven-days-a-week for brewing and packaging. Right now that’s the case for the distilling side of the operation. The liquor business is one his family is familiar with. His son Ravinder and daughter Manjit are both in the business; Manjit is well known as one of the Dragons on Dragon’s Den. However, Moni points out this particular Saskatchewan distillery operation is his own business. He hoped his message would be an inspiring one to encourage potential entrepreneurs to invest in Saskatchewan. He added there was “too much negativity” from people who say the province is too small. “I go, ‘Really?’” said Minhas, who made the point that it would be much harder to get established in bigger centres like New York or Chicago. “The average person in a big city is exposed to ten times more messages in a day, therefore it is very difficult to enter the mindset or the mind share of your customer. There is absolutely nothing missing in Saskatchewan.” Minhas also says people shouldn’t be discouraged from starting a business in Saskatchewan in a down economy, because “it means a lot of talent is available.” Minhas said he was able to pick up some good tradespeople who were available and willing to work. “This is the time to actually invest,” said Minhas. “It’s not when the boom is on when the properties are expensive and it’s difficult to get people.”

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Holy Family School receives special gift Submitted by Ramona Stillar

Friday, Nov. 30, Holy Family School received a very special gift; Denis Carignan, who served as the State Deputy for the Saskatchewan Knights of Columbus 2014-2016, donated an Icon of the Holy Family. The Knights of Columbus was founded on the principles or fraternity, charity, and unity. These are still true today. As the first Sunday of Advent was about to be celebrated, it was fitting that a statue of the Holy Family, Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, would find a home in Holy Family School. The icon has a storied history. The icon, blessed

by Pope Francis on June 29, 2015, has since travelled throughout Saskatchewan. Pope John Paul II said, “The future of the world and the Church passes through the family.” In his presentation, Carignan reminded students that families are all unique but the one thing we can agree on is that family is precious and important. People from all over Saskatchewan have prayed, in the presence of this icon, to the Holy Family for the needs of their own families. The icon is a reproduction of an etching by Giovanni Balestra. The original etching, based on a painting by Giovanni Battista Salvi da Sasoferrato, is housed

in the Pontifical John Paul II Institute for Studies on Marriage and the Family in Rome. Principal Michelle Sarenco says the Holy Family School motto is inspiring faith and inspiring learning. The Icon of the Holy Family helps to do this. The inspiring story of Mary saying “yes” and Joseph standing by her in order to bring Jesus to the world in human form reminds staff and students to believe, to hope, and to have faith not only during the Advent season but always. The Icon of the Holy Family will be placed at the entrance of Holy Family School.

Seasonal gatherings on tap It’s that time of year when people like to get together and share a little social time. One event on the calendar is the Battlefords Salsa Social Club’s Holiday Salsa Night at the North Battleford Legion tonight, Thursday, Sept. 6 from 7:15 to 9:15. Wear your ugly Christmas sweaters or holiday colours. Another social evening follows on Friday, Dec. 7 at the Chapel Gallery from 6 to 9 p.m. Everyone is welcome to drop in to Christmas Cheers at the Chapel

Gallery where Aaron Arcand will be playing festive and mellow tunes. There will be beverages and appetizers by donation. The Chapel Gallery is located at 891-99th Street. There is also unique and fascinating show on there so you will have a chance to see the art of a Saskatoon printmaker, famous around the world for his innovations, not only in art but in the printing business. Saturday from 1 to 4 p.m. you may socialize with Santa at the Innovation Credit Union (or take

the kids to see him and get the pictures taken). Play hockey on the street with the North Stars, find some face painting or go on a wagon ride. Another gathering to watch for is at the Baseball Museum and Hall of Fame. Everyone is welcome to attend an open house there between 3 and 6 p.m Wednesday, Dec. 12, at 292-22nd Street in Battleford. “We look forward to having you join us for a bit of Christmas Cheer!,” says the president and executive director, Jane Shury. 18121PS0 18121PS1

Holy Family School Principal Michelle Sarenco accepts the donation of an Icon of the Holy Family from Denis Carignan. Photo submitted

Big water projects proposed Continued from Page 6

UPAR

No UPAR increase is proposed, for the third year in a row. According to the budget, UPAR work is expected to “include a scope of work” similar to last year, and expects to bring in a total of about $3.3 million and to spend most of it this year.

Aging infrastructure will continue to be a significant spend over the years. Depending on pipe type, the life expectancy of underground water and sewer pipes is 50 to 100 years old. According to the budget document, the city currently has approximately 19 km of mains older than 100 years, and approximately 60 km reach-

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A big proposed expenditure from water utility services is automatic metering infrastructure. The devices record data of water usage. Director of Utility Services Stewart Schafer said the meters are meant to be less invasive than older units and the city could begin monthly water billing. The meters would also notify residents of small drips before they lead to abnormally large bills. City officials hope to phase units in over some years. The first expenditure this year would be approximately $500,000, with the total project costing around $3 million. City Manager Randy Patrick said water meters have a 20-year life, and many “have to be replaced at some point anyway.” According to city officials, water meters slow down and, if they’re old, don’t record water accurately. Money this year is also budgeted to go toward a new sanitary sewer main, a total $13 million project. According to a recent report, the existing sanitary sewer main is running close to capacity. Schafer added the city can’t expand without such a project. The funding plan, according to city officials, is for the municipality to pay for a third of the project, the province a third and the federal government a third. The application process for funding toward such a project is long, as many other municipalities are applying for funding.

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‘Swing’ into the holidays at the Dekker Centre Staff

The Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra will be performing stunning classic and modern/contemporary arrangements of holiday classics to help “swing” audiences into the holiday spirit at the Dekker Centre this month. The SJO brings the beloved Christmas classic The Nutcracker Suite alongside Duke Ellington’s jazz take on it – a night of holiday cheer and a jazzy good time. This SJO SK tour will also feature Saskatoon’s acclaimed vocalist Jessica Robinson and the entire SJO swinging crew. The three-city tour starts with North Battleford Dec. 13 and goes on

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to Moose Jaw and Saskatoon on the 14th and 15th respectively. The Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra is committed to presenting the highest caliber professional large jazz ensemble music through its programming and through the featuring of local and nationa l ly/i nter nationally celebrated jazz talent. Through these concert activities the SJO delivers top-quality art music while professionally developing many of its own established and emerging jazz musicians. While some SJO concerts are retrospective in nature (e.g. Friends Remembered 2015 SK. tour, Tribute to Duke Ellington, Tribute to Frank Sinatra),

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others are visionary (e.g. 2014 jazz festival performance of Phil Dwyer’s Changing Seasons (for large jazz orchestra, string orchestra and classical solo violinist Mark Fewer), large ensemble orchestrations of Mike Rud’s Juno award winning CD Notes on Montreal). All concerts feature important current and emerging musicians whose work intersects with the large jazz ensemble idiom specifically. For many years SJO Artistic Director Dean McNeill directed the Metro Jazz Ensemble of Saskatoon (MJE), which was the precursor and the inspiration for the Saskatoon Jazz Orchestra.

North Battleford resident wins $105,957 on lottery Submitted by Saskatchewan Lotteries Ricky Cheung couldn’t believe his eyes when he scanned his Lotto 6/49 ticket and discovered he’d won $105,957.10 on the Oct. 3 draw. “I had to check the ticket a couple times,” he said. “At first, I thought I won $10,000 – and I was happy about winning that much. When I realized I had actually won $100,000 I couldn’t believe it!”

“I was so happy and very excited!” he continued. Cheung said he is going to take his time deciding what to do with his winnings. “I think for right now we’re just going to put the money in the bank,” he said. “But we would like to go on a trip next year.” Cheung’s winning ticket was a free Lotto 6/49 ticket he redeemed at the Mobil @ No Frills store located at 11404 Railway Avenue

East in North Battleford. He won the game’s secondtop prize by matching five of the six main draw numbers and the bonus number. Saskatchewan Lotteries is the fundraiser for more than 12,000 sport, culture, recreation and community groups. Learn about games, jackpots, winning numbers, and more, at www.sasklotteries.ca

Pine Island Apartments News By Margaret MacEachern Correspondent

MAIDSTONE – Colleen Koski, Chantal and Radka were Saturday shoppers in Lloydminster. Everyone enjoyed the Festival of Trees held at the hospital atrium last week. There was a lovely variety of silent auction items and decorated trees. Thanks to all the workers who made it possible. Coffee at the suites this morning was enjoyed doing Christmas jars of cookies to be baked and playing bingo. Every day is filled with preparation for Christmas. The high school class had a bountiful Christmas supper for the seniors. We enjoyed the children singing and many door prizes were given out. Thanks to Brenda and Rodney Marfleet for taking the people from the apartments and from the suites in a limousine. It was absolutely a delightful evening. There are so many activities coming up. You have to pick and choose where you go. It’s really

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The Battlefords own Community Youth Choir performed just in time for the holiday season this past weekend to a full house in the Third Avenue United Church. The youth, aged five to 19, sang holiday favourites along with folk songs. A crotchety green grump was down from Whoville to sing about how miserable he is. Apparently the Grinch is a Riders fan, so after this past season, his attitude is understandable. Photos by Josh Greschner

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$30,000 awarded to 68 NWC students Submitted

North West College held their annual Entrance Scholarship Ceremony in North Battleford on Nov. 16. The program highlighted some of this year’s brightest and best students in northwest Saskatchewan with the naming of North West College’s Battlefords Campus Entrance Scholarship recipients. Approximately $30,000 was awarded to 68 students attending the Battlefords campus. Recipients demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and commitment to pursuing advancement in post-secondary education at North West College. The 2018 Major Entrance Scholarship Winners: • Sobeys Choose Excellence Scholarship: Tanisha Armstrong, Hairstylist Program • Aaron Lowe Scholarship: Sarah Cole, Continuing Care Assistant Pro-

gram • Battlefords Adult Education Committee Scholarship: Desiree Olson, Hairstylist Program • Kanaweyimik Child and Family Services Scholarship: Breanne Howrie, University • Gold Eagle Casino SIGA Scholarship: Melodie Laliberte, Continuing Care Assistant • Gold Eagle Lodge Scholarship: Kaitlyn Murdoch, Business • North Battleford Elks Lodge 369 Scholarship: Amanda Schutte, Practical Nursing • North West Career Development Partnership Try-a-Trade Scholarship: Marian Sinclair, Practical Nursing • Rotary Club of the Battlefords Scholarship: Kendall Kahpeasewat, Welding, and Ryan Dyck, University • Stan Wychopen Memorial BBEX Scholarship: Ali Lesmeister, Business • The Jim Pattision

Broadcast Group North Battleford/ Meadow Lake Division Scholarship: Ali Lesmeister, Business • Ultra Print Scholarship: Tanisha Armstrong, Hairstylist Program Designed to give financial assistance, North West College Scholarship Program is helping support the next generation of creative thinkers and equipping them with resources to help advance their education. During the 20172018 academic year, North West College gave out over $104,000 to their students and is on track to give out $120,000 in the current academic year. Scholarships at North West College are made possible by gifts from individual and corporate donors, as well as a grant from the Saskatchewan Innovation and Opportunity Scholarships program, administered through the Ministry of Advanced Education. Through this program, the Saskatchewan

North West College held their annual Entrance Scholarship Ceremony in North Battleford on Nov. 16. Approximately $30,000 was awarded to 68 students attending the Battlefords campus. Photos submitted

Government matches every dollar the College receives for scholarships from its industry partners and private donors, thus doubling the resources to support even more students. “The North West College Scholarship program is an important part of

fulfilling our commitment to workforce growth and development within Northwest Saskatchewan. The caliber of our scholarship winners is excellent. We wish them the very best in the pursuit of their education and career goals,” said Jay Notay, President and

CEO of North West College. This is one of two Entrance Scholarship Ceremonies for North West College. The first awards ceremony was held in Meadow Lake on Nov. 2 at the North West College Meadow Lake.

Notre Dame CWL tours Doukhobor Dugout By Helen Menssa

The 2018 Diocesan CWL Convention was held April 21 in Rosthern. Our president of Notre Dame, Helen Kayfish is Diocesan president-elect for 2019 starting in April. The Provincial 2018 Convention was held in Regina on June 3 and 4. Several Notre Dame members attended both conventions. The theme this year was Inspired by the Spirit – Women responding to God’s call. Besides the charitable

endeavours, our ladies do take time for fun. July 21, a few ladies drove out to the Doukhobor Dugout National Historic Site. They stopped first for lunch on the way at a little restaurant south of Blaine Lake called Olive Garden Restaurant and Blacktop Diner. They enjoyed their tour and the homemade Doukhobor bread. The 98th Annual National CWL Convention was held in Winnipeg, Man., Aug. 12-15. Archbishop Albert LeGatt (St.

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A large painted rock at the entrance to the Doukhobor Dugout site. Photo submitted

Fall Workshop was held at St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish in North Battleford with Mental Health the theme. Mental Health Matters “Hugs with Mugs” is an informal gathering held every Tuesday night

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The Battleford Judo Club was recently awarded the trophy for Club of the Year by Judo Saskatchewan.

Judo Club has reason to celebrate Submitted The Battleford Judo Club has many reasons to celebrate. One of their members, Curtis Suberlak, was recently promoted to Shodan (1st degree black belt) by the provincial grading committee of Judo Saskatchewan. Mel Kozlowski, club sensei, recommended Curtis to the grading committee. Curtis and his uke (practice partner), Slavko Pristojko, travelled to the South Cormon Judo Club for a two-day grading seminar and exam. Before being invited to appear before the provincial grading board, a member must meet standards established by Judo Canada and the International Judo Federation. Points are awarded for: proficiency in techniques, years of active involvement in judo, competition, and for promotion of the sport. Curtis was required to complete a written exam and to demonstrate a wide range of judo techniques. During the techniques session a uke will be thrown approximately 50 times, pinned to the mats, choked, and be on the receiving end of several arm locks. Slavko filled this role with excellence and gained the points and experience to be promoted to Ikkyu (brown belt). Since achieving the rank of Shodan, Curtis has assumed the position of lead instructor and sensei of the Battleford Judo Club. Mel Kozlowski, who has held that position for approximately 30 years, will continue to assist

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Curtis. Club member, Frank Beier recently celebrated his 90th birthday. He shares his birth date (Oct. 28) with Jigaro Kano, the founder of Kodokan Judo. At 90 years of age, Frank is still actively involved in judo. Frank is part of a multi-disciplinary team that delivers the ECLIPSE program at the North Battleford Comprehensive High School. This is a program for at risk youth that incorporates the non-violent aspects of judo (including its moral code) with group counseling, and social skills development. Judo Saskatchewan, the Battleford Judo Club, Living Sky School Division and Child and Youth Services partner to offer this program. The partnership will be celebrating its 10th anniversary in December. The local club was recently awarded the title of Judo Club of the Year from Judo Sask. During the presentation of the award, TV Taylor, President of Judo Saskatchewan, said the local club was chosen (from the province’s 19 clubs) in large part for the ECLIPSE program, and also for its recent hosting of judo at the Saskatchewan Winter Games. Kozlowski said, “The ECLIPSE Program and the Winter Games have benefited from the collaboration of many agencies that believe in our community and in its youth. Likewise, the quantity and quality of our volunteers also demonstrate an exceptional community spirit. Thanks to everyone for giving us so many reasons to celebrate.”

Mel Kozlowski, Slavko Pristojko, Curtis Suberlak and Frank Beier of the Battleford Judo Club. Photos submitted

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Growing up in the Queen’s Hotel at Moosomin Part Two

Ivan Buehler grew up in the Queen’s Hotel in Moosomin and agreed to share some of his childhood memories in this column. “I was three months old when my family bought the Queen’s and 22 years old when it was sold,” he writes. The biggest changes Ivan Buehler witnessed at Moosomin’s hotel were those to Saskatchewan’s liquor laws. When women were allowed into licensed premises in 1959-1960, not only could his mother now legally enter the bar of the hotel she owned, but renovations were required to segregate the men-only section from the “Ladies and Escorts” section. More significant for young Ivan, who was working at the hotel’s reception desk, was dealing with the fallout of unhappy male bar patrons. “Before ladies could go into the bar, men could go in and have a complete men’s only experience,”

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Ivan explains. “There was no phone in the pub, so the men were unreachable. It was not unusual for me [as a minor] to go to the door, open it and yell a man’s name only to have him reply ‘I’m not here!’ Once women were allowed in, the hideaway was breached. The only sanctuary they had was the men’s only area which was visible from everywhere in the pub, so not a real sanctuary at all.” According to Ivan, other changes to provincial liquor laws throughout the 1960s helped to improve the hotel’s business. When the sale of food and beverages other than beer were permitted in bars, when people could change tables with their drinks, and when games like pool and shuffleboard could be played in the bar, the Queen’s beverage room was expanded. The biggest event Ivan can remember from his childhood years at the Queen’s was – appropriately – the Royal Visit of 1959 when the train carrying Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh stopped at Moosomin. “Dad and Mom met our royal visitors because Dad was on the town council,” Ivan writes. “Prince Phillip stopped in front of the four Buehler brothers and spoke to us, getting only open-mouthed stares in return.” After the Royal couple departed, a special meal

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Official opening of the beverage room at the Queen’s Hotel, c1960. Left to right, Bartender Frank Wright, Bertha Buehler, Moosomin mayor Lloyd Bradley and Leo Buehler. Photo: Morris Predinchuk Collection, Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan

The Buehler family and staff members at the Queen’s Hotel Christmas party, 1955. Ivan is standing to the left in front of his parents. Photo: Morris Predinchuk Collection, Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan

for the community was arranged at the Queen’s Hotel. Things did not go according to plan. “Our cook, who lived in the hotel, chose the early hours of the morning to skip town,” Ivan recalls. “Dad called on the aid of a local woman who had cooked for us before to come and take his place. She did a good job but could not prepare all the dishes that [the cook] had planned because they were

strange to her.” Christmas Day at the Queen’s Hotel was memorable for Ivan. No restaurants opened in Moosomin on that day. “Dad, primarily, cooked breakfast for all the permanent and temporary hotel residents,” Ivan recalls. “It was a party that lasted a couple of hours and included close Moosomin friends as well.” Hotels have always provided dependable living

spaces for many, including teachers, doctors, dentists, and most particularly, single men. The Queen’s Hotel in Moosomin was no exception. “The longest resident was Jim Fraser who immigrated to Canada from Scotland,” Ivan writes. “Another Scot, John Wilson, a baker, was there in my earliest memory and remained there for about twenty years.” The number increased in the winter when some farmers moved into the town’s hotel from their farmsteads. The Buehlers sold the Queen’s Hotel in mid-De-

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previously. The hoar frost has continued this week and is out of this world pretty! The fog some nights has been very bad and made for dangerous driving. Canasta was played Nov. 30 with top score going to Dave Ottas and Bev McCrimmon, second were Jack Stewart and Paulette Neale, third were Marion Ottas and Evelyn Dunsar. There will be no hall lunch in December, too many other things going on. The village office hours are 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. daily except closed Fridays and holidays – Dec. 24 and 31 open 8 a.m. to noon, Dec. 27 open 8 a.m.-4 p.m. They close from noon to 1 p.m. on working days. Shuffleboard is on again for Dec. 8. If you haven’t been called to get your name on the list, call Linda at 306-892-2179 before Thursday. New players are welcome. We have a lot of fun and play a variety of games besides. The Community Complex held their annual Ham and Turkey Bingo Nov. 30 with a good turnout. The winners were Eric Mannix, Aaron Cadrin, Will Leveque, Laurette Eischen, Mark Chapman, Shirley Ward, Doug Lessard, Tal Cadrin, Carol Chapman and Rose Delainey. The consolation prize went to Derek Welfred. The door prize went to Will Leveque. The next Wellness Clinic is Dec. 20 from 8:40 to

10:40 a.m. For appointments call 306-446-6445. The opportunity to learn to quilt is being offered by the quilting group. If interested, call 306-8922058. The Christmas street decorations have been put up around the village and some houses are also decorated, giving everything a festive feeling. Duplicate bridge played in the Pioneer Hall in the city Nov. 27 saw top score go to Catriona Winterholt and Mary Phelps, second to Joyce Luckey and Jane Groves and third to Bea Prutti and Etta Meisner. Nov. 29 in the same place saw top score go to Margaret Dyck and Maureen Campbell, second to Mary Greenwald and Joyce Antoine and third were David Sharpe and Jean Lawes. The comedy play held in Cochin Dec. 2, The Two Witches, had a full house audience and a delicious meal. The next senior meeting will be Dec. 15 at 10:30 a.m. but no lunch after this time. Judging for the Lions Christmas Lights Competition will take place the evening of Dec. 20, so be sure your lights are on that evening. A Come and Go Tea will be held in the Do Drop In honouring Nestor Fransoo on his 80th birthday Dec. 22, from 1 to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome. Grey hair is hereditary – you get it from your kids.

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Community spirit and entertainment abound

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Borden and District Farmers’ Market held a successful Christmas Sale on Dec. 1 in the Borden Community Centre, with 16 vendors displaying and selling their wares and another 15 in the Friendship Centre with a variety of Christmas crafts and other items for sale. The Grade 12 class handled more than 125 people for lunch, with four kinds of soup, beef on a bun with salad plus a variety of yummy desserts. Before the close of the sale, Peggy Walker and Lynette Schmidt from Affinity Credit Union Borden Branch, presented the Borden Farmers Market with a cheque for $500 to be used to buy new, lighter tables for the summer markets and to refurbish the signage. Karen Kerr, on behalf of the Borden Farmers’ Market, presented the Borden firefighters with a cheque for $250, accepted by firefighter Ian Tracksell. Karen also presented a cheque to the Borden Grad 2019 class and to BJ Berg for his help at the summer markets. The Farmers’ Market gives out five $10 cash prizes to purchasers and these went to Megan Johnson, Rachel and Sheri Sutherland of Borden, Bev Fabreau of Radisson and Phlyiss Gossen of Battleford. Other winners of door prizes from vendors were Stella Hawryluk from Mary Kay, Continued on Page 25

Karen Kerr presents $250 from the Borden Farmers’ Market to Ian Tracksell for the Borden firefighters Dec. 1.

November birthdays at the Borden Friendship Centre Nov. 28, back row, Tom Hrenkiw, Bev Assman and Gary Whitt, front row, Marlene Derbawka, Brenda Tumbach, Shirley Whitt and Peggy Wainwright.

Peggy Walker and Lynette Schmidt present $500 from Affinity Credit Union to Karen Kerr for the Borden Farmers’ Market. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

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Mrs. Alberta “Albie” Cave resident of Harwood Manor passed away on Tuesday, November 27, 2018 at the Harwood Manor at the age of 93 years. A Celebration of Life Service for Albie was held on Monday, December 3, 2018 @ 11:00 a.m. from the St. Paul’s Anglican Church with Reverend Janice Trost officiating. Interment followed the luncheon at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK. Memorial donations in memory of Albie may be directed to Huntington Society of Canada 151 Frederick St, Suite 400 Kitchener, ON N2H 2M2; BUH Foundation Po Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 , or to St. George’s Anglican Church in Battleford, SK. Albie is Survived by Daughter: Linda- her children Tamara and Brent Son: Allan (Linda) – their children Braven and Rhiannon Sister: Jean Schotts Along with numerous nieces & nephews She is predeceased by: Husband: Wilbert Parents: Albert & Beatrice Chrysler and Siblings: 12 brothers and sisters For those wishing to leave a condolence, you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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IN THE ESTATE OF JOSEPH RAYMOND LEGER, late of NORTH BATTLEFORD, in the Province of Saskatchewan, deceased. ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 27th day of December, 2018. Demmans Baldwin Friedman Frank Barristers & Solicitors #201 - 1291 102nd Street Box 905, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Estate of Joseph Raymond Leger

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OBITUARIES HAWRYLIW: It is with great sadness that the family announce the passing of Michael Hawryliw on Monday, November 19, 2018 at the Battlefords Union Hospital at the age of 92. Michael was born October 3, 1926 at Glaslyn, SK (Wolia District). Funeral Service was held at Ukrainian Orthodox Church of St. John The Baptist, North Battleford with Very Rev. Bohdan Demczuk officiating. Interment was at the City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Memorial donations may be made to the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 (please designate to the Palliative Care Unit). Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________

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IN THE ESTATE OF MARJORY ISABELL SPENCER, late of SPRUCE LAKE, in the Province of Saskatchewan, deceased. ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 6th day of January, 2019. Demmans Baldwin Friedman Frank Barristers & Solicitors #201 - 1291 102nd Street Box 905, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Estate of Marjory Isabell Spencer

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It seems that when your birthday is on a Saturday I have a terrible time getting your birthday wishes in on time. This year the time went too fast, I had a bad Friday, had food poisoning on Sunday, Monday I was still very ill. Tuesday noon came too soon. The year was not the greatest, I had many ups and downs, hopefully next year is a lot better. I fully intend to retire at the end of the school year, maybe I can be on time with the wishes after that. I hope dad is around to give you your hugs and wishes, then I hope you are around to give Dad his hugs and wishes on the 20th. I miss you as much or more than I have ever in the past. Happy Belated 30th. LOVE YOU, MISS YOU - All the best!

Hey guys my name is Shiver and I am here at the shelter looking for my forever home and family. I was brought into the shelter after someone dug me out of a big snow pile after the snow plow went by and burried me in it. I am recovering from a broken pelvic bone but they say I am just about healed up and ready to move on to my second chance at a forever home and family. If your thinking of adding a new furr baby to your home and family this holiday season then come on down to the shelter today.

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Notre Dame de Lourdes Parish would like to THANK the following people for their support of the “Visions of Sugarplums” Supper Auction on Nov. 17th, 2018: Pius, Ida and Gary Pfeifer of the Tropical Inn Doris Binette and Staff of the Tropical Inn To the donors of Artworks and Live auction Items: Rosemarie Stadnyk, Jodi Miller, Theresa & Orville Bilous, Christine Chown, Corey Kerluke, Battleford Furniture, Harris & Connie Allin, Hudec Law Office, Elaine Iverson, Sharon Bratt, Michael Brokop, Ray & Audry Blais, Helen Menssa, Do-All Holdings Ltd., Lenora Hordos, René Michaud. To our Silent Auction donors & monetary donors: Adeline Scammell, Al Cook, Allen Sapp Gallery, Alice Henderson, A & M Auto Centre, André’s Meat Shop, Anne Kzyzyk, Arbonne/ Melissa Tkachuk, Artrageous Custom Framing, Battlefords Animal Hospital, Battlefords Bearing & Farm Supply, Battleford Esso & Food Store, Battleford Flooring Centre, Battleford Funeral Service, Battleford Furniture, Battleford Pizza, Battleford Tribal Council, Bea Geering, Beaver Grill Asian Restaurant, Becky Page, Bee J’s Office Plus, Bill & Don’s Men’s Wear, Blend Restaurant & Bar, Boston Pizza, Brad Churchwell, Brio Boutique, Canadian Tire, Carmon & Frank Shumlich, Cherry Insurance, Chic and Shabby, Chris & Lorne Pollard, Christine George (Epicure),Claire Legaspi, Clement Audette, Clove Restaurant, Comfort Inn & Suites, Conrad Bernier, Country Cuisine, Crackmasters, Dairy Queen, Danish Home Bakery, Deacon Gil Bellavance, Debbie MacGregor, Déjà Vu Kreations Studio, Dianne Kudeldt, Discovery Co-op, DJ’s Engraving Shop, Don Jerry Bulk Foods, Doroteja Rmus Massage, Doug’s Paint Shoppe, Dragon Heart Tattoo & Piercing, Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium, Fabricland, Family Pizza, Faye Erickson, Fisher’s Drug Store, Fountain Tire, 4K Auto Services Ltd., Fran’s Beauty Salon, Freedom RV & Marine, Gilbert Katerynych, Glen Gantefoer, Gold Eagle Casino, Gold Eagle Lodge, Great Wall Express, Guy’s Furniture & Appliances, Hair Trends/Joan’s Secret Closet, Helen Kayfish, Hélène Blais, Huguette Johnson, Humpty’s Family Restaurant, Irene’s Bed & Breakfast, Irene Bohun, Irene Murphy, Jackfish Lodge Golf & Conference Centre, Jacquie & Len Pawlus, Jean Pawlus, Judy Lavoie, Kal Tire, K & K Glass, Kelly’s Computer Works, Kelly Hughes, Kerr’s Cleaners, Kevin & Doreen Monsebroten, K & S Asphalt Services Ltd., Lakeland Veterinary Services, Lavish Studio, Li King Restaurant, Lone Star Hotel, Main Course Restaurant, Main Diner, Marg Tipton, Marielle Cook, Marusia Kobrynsky, McDonald’s Restaurant, Milbanke Flowers, M & M Meat Shops, Modern Janitorial Sales & Service, Moon’s Kitchen, Nancy Wappel, Noelle Bidwell, No Frills, No Frills Gas Bar, Norsask Farm Equipment Ltd. North Battleford Agencies, North Battleford Golf and Country Club, Northern Nurseries, Notre Dame CWL, Notre Dame Parish Council, Notre Dame School, Nu Floors, Party Lite/ Janet Laird, Pawlus Insurance Services, Peavy Mart, Pennydale Junction, Phase 4 Hair & Esthetics, Phyllis Cook, Pleasant View Grooming & Pet Vacations, Porta Bella Restaurant, Priscilla & Neil Wakelin, Rainbow Toyota, Ranch House Kentucky Fried Chicken, River City Plumbing & Heating, Rose Balfour, Rose McDonald, Rosemarie Stadnyk, Rustic Nine Golf Course, Sallows & McDonald Funeral Home, Sarah Blais, Second 2 None Catering Inc., Selina Spa & Nails, Seven Eleven Store, Shopper’s Drug Mart, Sigstad’s Prairie Catering, Silvester Glass & Aluminum Products Ltd., Sobeys, Sound City AVU, Splish Splash Auto, RV & Pet Wash, Table Mountain, The Brick, The Cup Café & Bakery, The Yellow Submarine, Tim Horton’s Battleford, Toshiba’s Business Solutions, Triod Supply, Truly U Wigs & Accessories, Ultra Print Services Ltd., Universal Church Supplies, Valley Ford, Vitality Acupuncture, Westwood Turf Farm, Yvette Richardosn, Zeke’s Quality Jewellers Ltd. To our auctioneer: Ritchie Bros Auctioneers – Kim Kramer To our Emcee: Chris Pollard To our Art commentator: Michael Brokop To our entertainers: Kanndece Quijada-Sawitsky and Marilyn Richardson

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Special thanks to all who attended, all who donated, all who made purchases, and thanks to all our volunteers, especially the Fundraising Committee. With your help, we were able to make this event a huge success! All money raised will be used for many community and parish programs and events, as well as, for the on-going upkeep and repairs to our historic church and rectory

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Al-anon Family Groups

If someone’s drinking troubles, attending Al-Anon Family Group provides understanding and support. Meetings Monday at 7:00 p.m. and Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, corner of 15th Ave. & 108th Street. Contacts 306-937-7765, 306-937-7289 or 306-441-9324.

Thursdays

Peer to Peer Support Group for Mental Health meets Thusday mornings @ 9:30 am at 1602 103rd Street in North Battleford.We welcome you to join us as we work towards revovery, and support one another.You will be warmly welcomed by all.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

North Battleford Table Tennis Club at the Living Faith Chapel gym, 1371- 103rd Street at 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Ages 14+, all skill levels. (use parking lot doors off 102nd). Accompanied youth 8-13 years welcome on Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Email tabletennisnb@gmail. com for more information or visit us on facebook.

Thursday, December 6

Sizzling Christmas Salsa Night at the North Battleford Legion 1352-100th St., North Battleford. 7:15-9:15pm. Christmas just got hotter. Wear your ugly Christmas sweaters or lovely Christmas colors. Grab a drink at the cash-only bar and join us on the dance floor for a sizzling salsa lesson followed by social dancing. Never danced before? No problem! Bring a crew, a partner or come solo. All genders welcome. Follow us on Facebook for upcoming events. BSSC Battlefords’ Salsa Social Club. Questions? Contact Megan Hewison at (306) 481-4538. Need some ideas for a fun Christmas Party for your splurge group, friends group or department? Join us! We’d love to see you!

December 6, 7 & 8

Cochin Community Players - Two Witches, No Waiting at 7:00 p.m. For tickets call Carol at 306-480-9333.

Thursday, December 6

Winter Wonderland in Unity from 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.A wonderfully, festive community Christmas kick off entitled “Winter Wonderland” full of events, activities, promotions and sales in downtown Unity the first Thursday in December. Multiple businesses, organizations and community groups host an activity as part of this event. Past events have included cookie decorating, street hockey, sleigh rides, snowman building contest and special sales; to name a few. Most activities are free, see full list of activities on their Facebook event page or in posters around town to be in the know. Majority of events proceed regardless of weather. So many activities and so much fun to take part in.

December 7, 8,9

A walk through Bethleham, provides a rare and unique opportunity for the people of the Battlefords to step back in time and experience Jesus’ birthplace. December 7 (6-9 PM), December 8 (2-6 PM), December 9 (12-4 PM) Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church 1611 93rd Street. This tour involves stairs and is not handicap accessibe.

Friday, December 7

Battlefords & Area Oilfield Workers Association Proudly Presents The 1st Annual Christmas Comedy Gala. Don Ross Centre 891 99th St. Tickets available at Logans Audio Video & Appliance. Age 19+ Doors open at 6:00 pm Dinner at 7:00 pm. For Corporate Tables call 780-808-3305. Book your Christmas Party Today. All proceeds will be donated to local charity.

Saturday, December 8

Topline Social Dance Club with Leon Ochs at the Royal Canadian Legion Hall, Sloan Auditorium from 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Minimum age is 19. Lunch served. Contacts: Sharon 306-446-0446. Leela 306-445-7240. Jean 306-445-8815. “When the going gets tough... the tough go dancing”

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Senior Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall, 1942-98th Street, North Battleford. Starts at 2:00 pm. Bingo, coffee and entertainment by Meota Hobby Band. Hot Turkey Supper at 4:00 pm. All seniors welcome.

Friday, December 14

Christmas Tea, Craft and Bake Sale at the Battlefords Trade and Education Centre Inc., 801-105th St., North Battleford. 11:00 am 2:00 pm. Everyone welcome.All proceeds go to our Client Council.

Saturday, December 15

Air Cadet Trade Show at the Air Cadet Hall 792-111th St., North Battleford. Last chance Christmas Trade and Craft Show. 10:00 am - 4:00 pm.

Saturday, December 15

Club 70 Social Dance Club - Gold Tones at the Royal Canadian Legion 1352-100th Street, North Battleford. 7:00 - 11:00 pm. Lunch served at 12:00 pm. Everyone welcome. Carol 306-386-2470. This section is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, we can not guarantee all submissions will appear.

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Continued from Page 21 Kathy McGaffin from Tupperware and Lorraine Olinyk from Regal. Thanks to the Grade 12 class for all their help in setting up and taking down all the tables and chairs for the day – it was really appreciated. The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper and birthdays on Nov. 28 with 47 out to enjoy a great meal. Blowing out the candles on the cakes baked by Eileen Petrun were Bev Assman, Peggy Wainwright, Gary and Shirley Whitt, Brenda Tumbach, Marlene Derbawka, Paulette Millis and Tom Hrenkiw. Elaine Gunsch read a letter from the school requesting some adults to work with students on cooking, baking and woodworking as a pilot project for two months and the first project would be making desserts on Dec. 18 for the school Christmas meal on the 19th. Local talent provided the entertainment with the In Motion group showing what they could do with drumsticks, then Peter Thiessen recited the poem The Shooting of Dan McGrew. The Friendship Singers performed with Marlene Derbawka directing and Sheila Block playing piano. Laura Loeppky told some humorous jokes. Ron Mills sang then Peter and Ron led in everyone singing What Child is This? Ivan Friesen had some funny quotes from what Grade 8-12 students had written about United States history, with incorrect spelling humorously changing the meaning. Velora Friesen read a humorous account of a senior’s Christmas followed by music by Ed Neufeld, Bob Wardhaugh and Archie Wainwright. The Borden Lions held their annual Festival of Music in the Borden Community Centre on Dec. 2 with President Perry Nicol the MC. Perry thanked all those who had decorated and put the tree up and Russ Fountain for providing equipment and microphones and said any donation at the door would be going to Stars to help purchase new helicopters. With Bob Wardhaugh playing accordion, everyone joined in to sing carols. Several songs were sun by Russ (guitar) and Eileen (soloist) Fountain, Erwin Hamp (bass guitar) and Jack Karpan (banjo and steel guitar. The Friendship Singers with Marlene Derbawka directing and Sheila Block playing piano,

Lions Festival of Music on Dec. 2 featured Erwin Hamp, Eileen and Russ Fountain and Jack Karpan.

Friendship Singers at the Lions Festival of Music, back row, Stephen, Peter, Wendell, Delmar, Ruben, front row, Brenda T, Brenda R, Ceilidh, Jean, Miriam, Lily, Marlene in front.

Borden Lion’s Chorus at the Lions Festival of Music on Dec. 2, Stephen and Marlene Derbawka, Wendell Dyck, Archie Wainwright, Ed Neufeld, Perry Nicol and Bob Wardhaugh in front. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

sang, and Pam Munkholm had her piano students Abbey Braun and Casey Wensley perform solos. Kody Munkholm along with his dad Brent sang a duet then Kody, with his deep bass voice, did the theme song from the Grinch movie. Peter Thiessen sang, accompanied by his wife Mary on the piano. The Siebert Family entertained: Rachel read the story of Jesus’ birth; Julia and Nicholas each played a piano solo; and along with dad Kimball on guitar, Grace and Jesse played

violins. Kimball also had a guitar solo. Rom Mills played guitar and sang and Marten Whitbread read a story about Christmas Eve, an old man named George, a would-be robber, the cops and the stranger who came in their midst to show George how he was really celebrating Christmas by giving. The Lions Carol Group sang several carols then everyone joined in for community carol singing, closing with We Wish You a Merry Christmas and then Here Comes Santa Claus, who came

in and handed out candy canes. The Lions served coffee, hot chocolate and a variety of goodies to close an entertaining evening. Borden events this coming week are the Friendship Club Christmas supper on Dec. 5, with the Lions catering, the Borden Care Home Auxiliary Christmas Tea and entertainment on Friday, Dec. 7 at 2 p.m. in the Care Home, then on Sunday, Dec. 9, everyone can travel up the road to Radisson for the Lutheran Church Candles, Carols and Cookies at 7 p.m.

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Before I write one word, I want to wish my B-i-L Larry a very happy birthday. I’d also like to wish the other half of my Maidstone faithful a speedy recovery from her recent surgery. Thinking of you, Clare. Congratulations, Kaybree Spendelow, who is a second gold medalist with Royal Conservatory of Music winning for level four voice, taught by Bari Bertoia. Local firefighters attended an all day training seminar in Macklin on Nov. 24 that involved multiple other fire department. Training included STARS landing zones and SaskEnergy natural gas safety awareness and the PA crew presented their rapid response team capabilities. They also performed a bell ceremony and observed a moment of silence in remembrance of fallen Rosetown firefighter Darrell Morrison. Members of Unity Fire Department also attended the service for Morrison on Nov. 27. This is a reminder that these folks are volunteer firefighters and they give up their own time for continued training, and Darrell’s loss reminds us all of the dangers they face with each and every call they take part in. Tonight is the night! It’s that time of year again when the festive community Christmas kick off to Winter Wonderland will

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take place in downtown Unity. The event evolved from the now defunct winter lights parade when Unity Credit Union saw the desire for community camaraderie before Christmas with an activity, and so began their small event named Winter Wonderland. Each year the event grew with more businesses and eventually groups and organizations joining in making for a free, fun, fabulous community event. Expanded variety of activities has taken place over the years that have ranged from cookie decorating to musical performances. Santa has almost always made an appearance somewhere during the event. This year there are 31 activities registered as part of this event. Activities range from cookie decorating, street hockey with the Miners, bake sale, gingerbread house workshop, ornament creation and so much more. There are several new activities on tap this year including the Unity Library and Unity Asian foods coming on board for the event. The event takes place regardless of the weather. What’s remarkable about this event as there is absolutely no budget and a small committee of four setting it up. The committee agrees that their work becomes

easier each year as people have increased awareness and want to be a part. Unity Curling Club had some big excitement the evening of Nov. 27 when a surprise visitor popped into a private booking. Olympic men’s curling gold medalist 2010 and Olympic mixed doubles gold medalist 2017 John Morris popped into the rink to see if anyone wanted to throw a few stones. It’s not every day a celebrity just arrives in town and enters one of our fine facilities so this definitely was the talk of the town for a few days. J-Mo graciously posed for a few pix and signed a few autographs before departing. We didn’t hear of any other celebrity sightings of him in town that weekend. Thanks to UCC executive, the curling club is always presented in the best way possible so Morris would have taken home a great impression of our little curling club that always impresses those who come visit it. After the tail end of November finished off with the start of Christmas activities, here is a December “things to do list” in Unity: Dec. 7 is a Christmas shopping extravaganza at the Adanac Hall at the Unity Museum for some unique shopping opportunities. Dec. 9 the annual Wildlife Scoring Night takes place at the Agroplex 2-7 p.m. Dec. 12-13, UCHS pres-

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ents two winter productions that include a comedy, The Good, The Bad and The Not-so-Pretty as well as the musical Magical Land of Oz. Doors open at 7 each night. Dec. 14 the Midget AA Lazers have a home game at 8 p.m. Dec. 15 is the Christmas Craft event at the Adanac Hall at the museum. Contact Sheena Weber to register. Dec. 16 is the annual Community Carol Festival, sure to put even Scrooge in the Christmas spirit. Dec. 18 it’s a 7:30 p.m. puck drop for the Midget AA Lazers at the rink Dec. 18 and 20 are the elementary schools annual Christmas concerts. Dec. 20 “Grand in Your Hand” Chamber-sponsored Christmas promotion draw Dec. 21 and 22, the Midget AA Lazers will host their last home games until the New Year. Come see this exciting young team as they aim to keep atop of the SMAAL standings. Dec. 24 Christmas Eve Services at all community churches. Dec. 26 the Unity Curling club hosts the annual Boxing Day bonspiel. Are you registered yet? Dec. 29, the Unity Miners will host their only home game this month. The Unity Chamber of Commerce and its mem-

bers have once again sponsored the “Grand in Your Hand’ draw received from entries at participating businesses from purchases made at their locations. One or more lucky winners will receive Chamber Bucks from names drawn Dec. 20. At UCHS, SADD will be extra active this season reminding everyone their mandate of Students Against Drinking and Distracted Driving. The junior robotics team will host a showcase this month. Kudos to the ACTIVATE, Leadership and SLC groups who chose to ring bells for charity as part of Winter Wonderland festivities; as well as handing out candy grams and hosting a kids activity! At St. Peter’s School, students were excited to learn that Principal Volk will be adding another baby to his family – congratulations to him and his wife and their kids on the upcoming addition. Dec. 9 there will be K of C turkey bingo following mass. The choir will be busy in December as they performed at LTC on Dec. 4. They also sang at Winter Wonderland on Dec. 6, and will perform Dec. 11 at Luther Place as well as participating in the annual carol festival coming up Dec. 16. If you are wondering what all the traffic is about around the Legion Hall on

Wednesdays it’s because people are anxious to experience lady luck’s charm as the elusive Ace of Spades has still not been found and the jackpot is now past the $20,000 mark. Nov. 28’s winner, who was not able to find the ace, chose to donate back his winnings of just over $1,200, saying he appreciates the work the Lions club does and wanted to help them out. Secret Santa campaign folks are busy being in many places collecting donations for their annual campaign. The committee is thrilled that groups have been earmarking funds from their events towards this noble cause. Secret Santa drop-off points are the Co-op, Family Foods, Riou Law Office. This fine group of ladies has been doing this project for over 30 years. Coffee row folks are just as excited as everyone about all that is on tap for December in our community; although admittedly the star sighting of “Johnny-Mo” was certainly a hot topic for several days. So you can see life is full of fun and activity in Unity and our friends at coffee row sharing this traditional part of our community culture. Until next time... A more detailed version of this report can be found on our website www.newsoptimist.ca.

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News ‘n’ views from Baljennie By Dorothy M. Mills Correspondent

The R.M. of Glenside held their fall annual election of some new officers. Kim Custer is the new councillor for Division 5. She is replacing Robert Greer, who was the councillor for nearly 40 years. Robert passed away in June. Andrea Owen in Division 6 retired, with Hugh Ross taking over as the new councilor. The Western Development Museum work bee for the antique gas tractors continues to be a very busy day once a week. There is always something to work on. The museum staff have been busy getting the village decorated and the lights all going. They also had help from some of the Battlefords business displays. It is all open now on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 6:30 p.m.

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to 9:30 p.m. at $5 per car to go through and tour the village. It will be open until Jan. 5, 2019. The Festival of Trees, a celebration of Christmas, has been on at the museum Nov. 30 to Dec. 6. There were all sorts of decorated trees, plus all the after-Christmas items for sale. A family day was held plus a lot of fun activities for all. It was all organized and run by the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc. They also had a lot of the local Battlefords businesses taking part. There had been quite a length of dull cold, fog and some light snow and some

freezing rain to make things ever so slippery. We do need some sunshine that we have not seen for days. The icy highways mean you have to take your time in some areas. There have been a few bad and minor accidents. Just take care as the busy season is here. Looks like we will be having a white Christmas after all. Christmas lights and decorations in the Battlefords have beckoned motorists, driving a steady stream of admirers to the best popular outdoor displays. Students have smiles on their faces with the many Christmas concerts, parties and the last day of school for 2018. Back to school on Jan. 7, 2019. The holiday season is a celebration of joy and peace and a family and friends time. Even howling winds blowing snow and cold temperatures cannot stop the festive season.

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St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:30 a.m. 191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m. 1302 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK

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(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4 306-446-1695

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Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

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Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada Phone: 306-445-4338

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