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4.0 per cent more in taxes, 4.5 per cent more for water/sewer By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The 2019 budget document made public at North Battleford City Hall Monday calls for a four per cent increase in property taxes and a 4.5 per cent increase in utility rates for water and sewer. As well, the budget is proposing continuation of the city’s Underground
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Pipe and Asphalt Replacement program, with a planned investment of $3.3 million for 2019 – no change from last year. According to the message from the new finance director, Steve Brown, in the budget document, the city faces “significant financial challenges” due to a slow economy putting pressure on land sales, high interest costs incurred for past capital projects, and property assessment challenges for 2019. Other opportunities for 2019, according to Brown, are continuous improvement implementation, electronic water metering and long-term infrastructure planning. This is, at the moment, the proposed operational and capital budget being offered by administration to council. Council must still go through the budget and ultimately will have the final say on whether to approve the budget as presented, or make changes. The first night of deliberations was scheduled to begin Wednesday, Nov. 28, with presentations from those agencies seeking third-party grants. More deliberations are
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scheduled for Monday, Dec. 3 and Thursday, Dec. 6 before the budget is expected to go back to council Dec. 10. The Monday budget session is set to include discussion of general governance, fire and protective services, and water and sewer. The Thursday session is expected to include the key areas of leisure services, infrastructure services and planning and development. Deliberation sessions are scheduled to begin at 5 p.m. each night and are open to the public.
Consternation was expressed at the meeting of North Battleford city council Monday over the prospect of liquor retailers being able to privately sell their liquor permits. “I wonder if … the cannabis permits are now for sale,” said Councillor Len Taylor, above. The answer to that question, Mayor Ryan Bater responded, was yes. See inside for the full story. Photo by John Cairns
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A woman has been killed in a collision on Highway 16. RCMP report that on Tuesday, Nov. 27, at approximately 10:40 a.m. Battlefords RCMP were called to a multiple vehicle collision on Highway 16 one km west of the Battlefords. An eastbound vehicle lost control, crossed the centre median and struck a westbound vehicle. As
a result of the collision, a 25-year-old female passenger of the eastbound vehicle was pronounced deceased at the scene. A 26-year-old male, two-year-old child of the eastbound vehicle and a 29-year-old female of the westbound vehicle were all transported to Battlefords Union Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. RCMP, EMS, Battleford Fire Department and North
Battleford Community Safety Officers attended the scene to maintain traffic control while an RCMP collision analyst attended. While RCMP have not indicated a cause for the collision, the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline describes conditions that include icy, slippery sections or swirling snow. The westbound lane of Highway 16 was closed temporarily.
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Parenting topic at drug and gang forum By Josh Greschner
Gangs provide ‘family’ for lost youth A drug and gang forum spearheaded by Jacob Pete, a Little Pine First Nation elder, was held Nov. 22 and 23 at the Dekker Centre in North Battleford. The forum’s title is Reclaiming Miyopimatisiwin: What gets in the way? (Miyopimatisiwin translates as “the good life.”) Pete says there is gang and drug activity in North Battleford and in the surrounding area, and believes such problems can begin to be solved with the help of Indigenous traditions, spirituality and customs.
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A recent drug and gang forum brought in two women with roots in Keeseekoose First Nation, near Kamsack, to offer their expertise on topics relevant to First Nation communities. Mary Culbertson, Treaty Commissioner of Saskatchewan, gave opening remarks. Culbertson spent some time living in the Battlefords, and previously worked for Sunchild Law. Culbertson said Keeseekoose First Nation has experienced a rise in HIV rates and opioids. For Culbertson, parenting is one explanation for problems facing First Nation communities. Culbertson said a previous attitude (and one she said she was raised with) was “you make your children cry before they make you cry.” Culbertson said she’s noticed a difference “in our last couple generations.” If a child is wrong, Culbert-
son said, some parents respond with “how dare you, my baby wouldn’t do that. She’s not like that.” Many issues, according to Culbertson, stem from lost parenting skills, a legacy of residential schools. “When you have one generation after another who […] don’t have the parents [and grandparents] to teach them, then what do we have? We have generations that are lost, and they seek refuge, in drugs, in other youth, people who’ll tell them they’ll be part of the family,” Culbertson said. “These young people have been seeking out their
own families, and gangs have created those systems of families for them.” Culbertson said finding solutions “begins with talking about the truth, or else things could get worse,” while emphasizing the importance of understanding and cooperation. Cpl. Karen Pelletier, who has also lived on Keeseekoose, spoke afterwards, presenting on drugs ranging from alcohol to fentanyl. Pelletier said alcohol remains “the worst drug” among First Nation people. However, according to Pelletier, 35 per cent of Indigenous people don’t drink alcohol, and there is
Organizer Jacob Pete and co-chair Milton Tootoosis at the recent forum on gangs and drugs held in North Battleford. Photo by John Cairns
a push among some young people to not do drugs. Pelletier said some presume Indigenous culture is the reason why there are problems. Pelletier argued many problems “stem from a welfare system.” “It has caused a breakdown of us being responsible for who we are,” Pelletier said,
adding problems arise from “generation after generation saying ‘I can get free money.’” Pelletier said “it’s something we should not have anything to do with.” “We sustained so long, even right now, because of who we are as a people,” Pelletier said. “The government wanted to get rid
of us, well, we’re still here and we’re not going anywhere.” A woman in the audience challenged the point regarding the welfare system, saying such a system has “very little to do with” kids who are illiterate, and don’t finish high school, and who are lost ‘to the big dealers.’”
RCMP speaker says gangs thrive on fear Gang members are ‘pawns’ for the ‘higher ups’
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als, offered evaluations of the situation and possible solutions. Cst. Steve Evans said he’s been with the RCMP for 14 years and works in areas near the Battlefords, including Lloydminster, Pierceland, Meadow Lake and Spiritwood. Evans said the purpose
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Understanding drug and gang activity was the topic of a recent forum, and many speakers from different backgrounds, including First Nation administration, police, and law and health profession-
of the presentation was educational and said he didn’t want information to be sensationalized. “Gangs thrive on fear,” Evans said. “The more notoriety, the more publicity we give them, [the more it] makes them more powerful.” According to Evans,
Indigenous street gangs emerged in the province in the late 1980s and early 90s. Efforts to curb gang organization at Stony Mountain Penitentiary in Winnipeg led to authorities moving gang members to other jails. Evans said such activity “slowed down for some
time,” but then gang activity “spread across Canada.” Evans said being in a street gang is not in itself illegal, but “where it becomes illegal is when you start to commit criminal offences.” The Criminal Code considers a criminal organization as three or more
people acting together to commit serious offences. A serious offence is considered to be an indictable offence in which the maximum punishment for imprisonment is five years or more. A criminal organization doesn’t include a group randomly formed for the Continued on Page 6
Drugs driver behind crime: FSIN vice-chief By John Cairns
Wahkohtowin is a Cree word referring to the rules that guide relationships between one another. The rest of the day’s sessions saw participants take part in breakout groups and present group reports, which included ideas on how to move forward to address the issues. A few of the ideas that
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The second day of a drug and gang forum in North Battleford last week saw a morning presentation by co-chair Milton Tootoosis followed by a video presentation called Wahkohtowin: the Relationship of Cree People and Natural Law.
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From that, broader discussions are expected to emerge. “It is definitely not the end of our conversation, this is just the start,” Tootoosis said. The last speaker Friday was Vice-Chief David Pratt, who holds the health portfolio with FSIN. He spoke of FSIN’s efforts towards addressing the
opioid and crystal meth epidemics. “Whether it is crystal meth, whether it is opioid abuse, it is happening,” Pratt said. “It’s affecting our families and affecting the health and safety of our children.” For solutions, he wanted to look at more treatment centres and facilities, with a view to making sure such
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We often run stories in which it is stated names have not been released, or won’t be released, at this time. We’ve had questions as to why this is. Whether or not a name is released is a decision that is made before the information comes to the news outlet. In the case of criminal activity, sometimes we receive releases from the RCMP after the court appearance of suspects who have been arrested, in which case they name the individuals charged. It all hinges on the Privacy Act, which governs the personal information handling practices of federal institutions. Once a suspect is charged in court, it becomes a matter of public record, therefore the RCMP are free to release names, and that sometimes includes victims as well as suspects. If the release is sent to us before a the court appearance of a suspect or suspects, names are not included. When we follow up on the story, we are able to obtain the names from their court appearance. That being said, if a publication ban is ordered by the court, such as in the case of when naming a suspect could lead to the victim of sexual assault being identified, neither the RCMP or the media can release the name. Young offenders’ names are not released according to law. In the case of a death or deaths, RCMP don’t release names unless the next of kin have been notified and agree to the release. (Readers may have noticed that at the time of the Humboldt bus crash that killed members of the Bronco’s hockey team, the names of the injured were not released by RCMP, due to the Privacy Act.) Exceptions to these policies are when police are seeking information to further an investigation or when public safety is at risk. Across Canada, there are controversies regarding the release or withholding of names of victims, particularly victims of homicide, and when judicial transparency should outweigh investigatory prerogative. Both RCMP and various police forces have been criticized. The Battlefords, so far, have been free of such controversies. Jayne Foster
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Are you sure you are free? Dear Editor Dec. 1 marks World AIDS Day, now in its 30th year, as a day dedicated to increasing awareness of HIV/AIDS worldwide as we work towards the goal of having an AIDS free generation. On World AIDS Day, we come together to remember those we have lost too soon, reflect on the tremendous progress we have made in battling this disease, and carry forward our fight against HIV/ AIDS. The City of North Battleford and the Town of Battleford have both made proclamations marking this day in our communities. The theme for World AIDS Day 2018 is Know Your Status. It is estimated that 25 per cent of people worldwide and 21 per cent in Canada living with HIV are not aware of their status, amounting to roughly 9.4 million people in the world. HIV is a responsibility of us all. Regular testing for everyone is recommended, regardless of age, sex, marital status, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. That means that everyone should know their HIV status. HIV in Saskatchewan is at alarming levels, with our provincial rate at over two times the national average. Research has shown people with HIV who are actively being treated and maintain an undetectable viral load, are not able to transmit HIV. Approximately 34.2 million people are currently living with HIV in the world with roughly 63,000 in Canada. That’s about one in every 500 people in the world who has HIV.
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Will GM’s plant closure get more attention than the oilpatch’s plight?
On Nov. 26, you might have thought it was the end of the world in Canada, with the announcement of the impending closure of the General Motors Oshawa Car Assembly Plant. And in a sense, it very well may be, when it comes to car manufacturing in Canada. This closure will mean General Motors will have only one plant left in Canada. Ford only has one left, and Chrysler has two, out of the companies formerly known as the “Big Three.” Indeed, Toyota, with two plants, will soon outnumber GM in Canada, with two plants. Honda has one.
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If we keep hollowing out our manufacturing base, there won’t be much left. It was weird hearing this announcement, as just a few days before I watched former Prime Minister Stephen Harper speaking to Ben Shapiro
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for an hour. The most interesting part was his discussion of bailing out the auto industry. He absolutely did not want to do it, but with half a million jobs on the line, he really had no choice, so he bailed them out. And that might be the part that stings most of all. Canada and Ontario laid it on the line for GM nearly 10 years ago, when the global financial crisis took it, and Chrysler, into bankruptcy protection. And this is how they repay us? Thanks a lot. GM is also closing four plants in the U.S., in Michigan, Ohio and Maryland. One of those cars being cut is the Impala, made in Oshawa. That’s a key point, because just a few months ago, when NAFTA negotiations were getting heated, Trump said, “Off the record, Canada’s working their ass off. And every time we have a problem with a point, I just put up a picture of a Chevrolet Impala.” Now GM is killing that very car that we struggled so hard to save. How many concessions did we make in NAFTA Mark II to save this? And why didn’t they work? We, in Western Canada, have to look at this GM closure from a broader perspective – our perspective. The land of the living skies and wild rose country perspective. A few weeks ago,
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Bombardier, in Quebec, announced a few thousand layoffs. Now GM in Ontario is laying off around 2,900. These will, of course, lead to many times that in the suppliers for those plants. But what about the tens of thousands of people in the oilpatch who have lost their jobs? And the thousands who have never been able to get back to where they were in 2014? The job losses coming to Quebec and Ontario are a drop in the bucket compared to what has happened in Alberta since 2014. How much attention will the Quebec and Ontario layoffs get, compared to our own? Last week the headlines were of a national crisis in the oilpatch. Our Western Canadian Select heavy oil is next to worthless. This is compounded by the fact even the good stuff, West Texas Intermediate, lost nearly a third of its value in recent weeks. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau came to Calgary and delivered a big fat zero in help. Okay, maybe I’m wrong on that. He
spent $4,500,000,000 on a pipeline that has yet to be built. Still seems like a lot of zeros to me. Wake up, Prime Minister! Our economy is falling apart at the seams, and this is happening during “good times.” What happens when things are bad? Maybe that won’t be that long off, if things keep going this way. In the meantime, you’ve squandered billions running up huge deficits, leaving us no fiscal room to maneuver when times get worse. If General Motors is going to stop making most of its sedan car models, and stick with SUVs, crossovers and trucks, there may not be a lot a government, any government, can do about it. Ironically named Ontario Premier Doug Ford said he asked GM if there was anything could do, and the answer was no. It sounded like he was alluding to yet another bailout, and they declined. But there are things we can do when it comes to the oilpatch. The first thing is to kill Bill C-69, the “we shall never build anything again in Canada
bill.” Next, remove the oil tanker ban off the northern B.C. coast, right now, and re-assert the previous approval for Enbridge to build Northern Gateway, and plead with them to start moving dirt. Then get the Trans Mountain expansion going, not slow-walking it to the door. Along the way, reverse the ridiculous emissions evaluations for Energy East, and get it going, too. At the same time, build rail cars and locomotives, and start hiring engineers and conductors, because there’s no way any of these pipelines will be ready soon enough. Our economic ship is hitting the rocks really hard right now. We need our federal government to make some definitive, positive action to save it. If Ontario and Quebec get more attention than our oil crisis right now, there’s going to be a lot more disunity in this country than it can bear. Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.
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Pedestrian dies Staff
Saturday, Nov. 24 at 7 p.m., Battlefords RCMP were called to the 1600 Block of 100th Street in North Battleford for a motor vehicle collision involving a pedestrian. North Battleford Fire and EMS were on scene and assisting. A 61-year-old male was struck by a motor vehicle while crossing the street. The driver of the motor vehicle re-
mained on scene. The injured man was transported to hospital by EMS and later died as a result of the injuries he sustained. The family of the deceased have been notified and the name of the deceased is not being released at this time. Battleford RCMP with the assistance of the RCMP Collision Reconstruction Unit and the Saskatchewan Coroner Service are investigating.
RCMP seize firearms Staff
Battlefords RCMP have seized a variety of firearms and ammunition following a weekend incident. On Saturday, at approximately 3:30 a.m. Battlefords RCMP were called to Battlefords Union Hospital on a report of a 38-year-old man suffering a gunshot wound to the lower leg. He provided a false name to police and hospital staff, including a fabricated story as to how he was injured. Investigation led po-
lice to a house on the 1100 block of 107th Street where a search warrant was executed resulting in a significant seizure of firearms and ammunition, including: a loaded shotgun in the process of being illegally cut down in length; four rifles of various makes/models; several disassembled parts of firearms; a rifle with a 30-round loaded magazine; a flash suppressor for a firearm; and more than 500 rounds of assorted ammunition. No arrests have been made at this point.
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High-risk arrest suspect gets six months By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The suspect who was arrested in a highly-publicized high-risk arrest in the Riverview neighbourhood last August was sentenced Tuesday in Provincial Court in North Battleford. Trent Angus received a total of six months after pleading guilty to two counts: one of obstruction of a peace officer in connection to the Riverview incident of Aug. 25, while the other was a count of being unlawfully at large. Judge Dan O’Hanlon imposed sentences of three months each for each count, to be applied consecutively. Angus is currently serving time in the federal system. A new statutory release date of March 7 was set for his current sentence; the six months will be added on consecutive to that. Victims surcharges were imposed as well. All other charges are withdrawn against An-
gus. Among the charges stayed were the two most serious counts he faced out of Wetaskiwin, Alta., of break and enter and aggravated assault. Those counts stemmed from a robbery incident in Wetaskiwin in May, 2018, which Angus has alleged he had nothing to do with. Following that incident, a Canada-wide warrant was issued for Angus’s arrest for a statutory release violation. According to the facts outlined by the Crown in court, it was on Aug. 25 that the RCMP’s Emergency Response Team was called to arrest Angus at a residence on the 500 block of 103rd Street. Angus was identified as being inside the residence after being spotted leaning out of a window, and a photo of him was taken to confirm his ID. The decision was made at around 4:55 p.m. that afternoon to make the arrest. The Emergency Response Team was positioned around the house
on 103rd Street, and Angus was told by police by loudhailer that he was under arrest and to surrender peacefully. He refused to come out of the house, however, until much later at 8:45 p.m., at which point he finally exited and was arrested without incident. A trial was scheduled on his Saskatchewan charges for Nov. 26 in provincial court, but that did not go ahead. Instead, Crown prosecutor Mitch Piche and defence counsel Nic Stooshinoff made a joint submission on sentence before Judge O’Hanlon on Tuesday. Both called for the sixmonth sentence, which Piche said was on the higher end of the range. In court Tuesday, Stooshinoff noted that none of Angus’s prior offences involved serious harm. Stooshinoff also noted that while the RCMP were concerned and took serious steps with the use of the Emergency Response Team, “it’s my suspicion and belief that was
in relation to the Wetaskiwin charges,” which were stayed, he said. Respecting the Wetaskwin robbery incident, Stooshinoff said Angus “wasn’t aware of any of this business in Wetaskiwin” and “denied knowledge of it.” As for the deployment of the Emergency Response Team, Stooshinoff said it seemed like an extreme response to the situation. The police had grounds to be concerned, Stooshinoff said, but there was no indication Angus was a violent individual. While the lawyers appeared in North Battleford court in person for the sentencing, Angus made his appearance from jail by closed-circuit TV. In imposing sentence, Judge O’Hanlon told Angus it was up to him to decide whether to stay out of the penitentiary. “You have to decide you don’t want to go back when you get out, sir,” said O’Hanlon.
Gang members ‘pawns’ for the ‘higher ups’: forum speaker Continued from Page 3 immediate commission of a single offence. Criminal Intelligence Service Canada has six criteria for validation of street gang membership, the most important of which, Evans said, is “involvement in a gang motivated crime.” Other criteria include observed association with gang
members and symbolic gang identification, such as paraphernalia. Evans said people involved with gangs can be formally considered gang members and gang-associated persons. According to Evans, “probably less than 100 [people] in the province” meet the criteria of gang member, while approximately 600 to 700 are
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involved in gangs in some capacity. The CISC criteria, Evans said, is “restrictive of how we classify” those involved with gangs. Data regarding gangs was compiled in 2002, Evans said, but data collection can be challenging for reasons including difficulties accessing those involved. Some of the data (such as numbers featured in the presentation and in this article) are outdated. Jails foster gang activity. “We can’t talk about street gangs without talking about our correctional facilities,” Evans said, adding jails in the province often feature a number of different active gangs be-
hind bars. Some gangs in the province include Indian Posse, Native Syndicate, Indian Mafia, Saskatchewan Warriors, Terror Squad, Terror Squad Killers, Outstanding Gangsters and Westside Outlaws. Gang crime includes armed robbery, assault, trafficking and murder. Gangs have hierarchies and use rituals such as minutes, in which initiates are beaten for 60 seconds. A beating can also occur upon exiting a gang. “People usually get to the age where they realize they don’t want to do this anymore, they don’t want to be involved with the violence,” Evans said, adding raising a family is often a motivation to exit gangs.
Upon interviewing many gang members, Evans said, people join gangs because the group provides support and a sense of belonging when families don’t. “The unfortunate part is the group is not out for you, the group is out for themselves and the higher ups,” Evans said. “You as a member are just a pawn in the game.” Evans said it’s a misconception females aren’t involved, and “are just as involved as males are” regarding such things as violence and drugs. Closer to home, “for a while one of the largest gangs in North Battleford was the Terror Squad,” Evans said. Terror Squad Killers, Evans said, began
as an offshoot of Terror Squad, but now directs their efforts against Terror Squad. During a question session, a man in the crowd said he found the information to be too old. “We have a lot of concerns as parents and grandparents, and to have a good plan moving forward we need updated information.” Evans said there isn’t enough research on the groups, in part because of the frequent movement of those involved, such as people falling out of favour with one group and associating with another. Evans said police are “always willing to take information” about gang activity.
Time to Fill the Stocking Friday marked the launch date for Battlefords Empty Stocking Fund’s annual campaign to provide Christmas hampers to the less fortunate during the holiday season. People enjoyed roast beef, cole slaw, cake and refreshments, all in support of the campaign to fill the hampers. For those needing a Christmas hamper, applications are being accepted Nov. 26 to Dec. 8 between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre, 1171-101st St, North Battleford. As has been the case in previous years, Nutrien is matching all donations up to $500,000 to food banks throughout Saskatchewan. Also, Nov. 24, the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre was accepting used winter clothes as part of the SaskEnergy “Share the Warmth” campaign to provide coats for kids. See more photos online at www.newsoptimist.ca. Photo by John Cairns
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Selling off of liquor permits concerns city councillors By John Cairns Staff Reporter
There was a lot of consternation expressed at North Battleford council Monday over the prospect of liquor retailers being able to privately sell their liquor permits. The issue came up in response to correspondence from the Saskatchewan Government and General Employees’ Union, which noted the moratorium on the relocation of liquor store permits had been lifted by the province as of Oct. 9. According to SGEU’s correspondence, this allows “companies or individuals to buy out an existing liquor retailer and replace it with an entirely new liquor store within the same community.” SGEU raised concerns this move could lead to large retailers snapping up liquor permits and replacing smaller off-sale stores with much larger full-time liquor stores. The correspondence from Bob Stadnichuk, bargaining unit chair, suggested a couple of options were available to municipalities to “restrict or oppose the proliferation of these stores.” One was to file objections to a permit application to the Liquor and Gaming Licensing
Commission, while the other option is to pass zoning bylaw restrictions. Concerns were raised by councillors Monday about the implications for the city. Councillor Kent Lindgren asked if city officials received any correspondence from the province on the issue, and Mayor Ryan Bater responded they hadn’t. “This was the first official correspondence coming to my desk,” said Bater of the SGEU letter. He added this was “surprising, because there was a considerable amount of correspondence when the cannabis change was introduced.” Lindgren suggested requesting further information from the province. Bater noted there was a SUMA conference coming up in Saskatoon and suggested that might be a time for an SLGA representative to provide that information to municipalities. Councillor Len Taylor said he shared the concerns expressed, adding, “it appears that the liquor permits seem to be available for life and could be sold, ignoring the municipal needs attached to those permits.” Taylor wanted to see consultation with the province, and said the province needed to understand that
“the municipalities were tasked with certain responsibilities and they’re ignoring municipalities in changing rules and regulations.” He also pointed to the cannabis legalization process. “I wonder if … the cannabis permits are now for sale,” said Taylor. The answer to that question, Bater responded, was yes. He pointed to the situation that transpired in North Battleford immediately after legalization, when the retail cannabis permit awarded by SLGA to Envirosafe Chemicals Canada/Curativa Cannabis was sold to Fire and Flower one day after the store opened on Oct. 17. “All the more reason, then, that we need more information, and more important the public needs more information,” said Taylor. Taylor also noted there is going to be another application process for more cannabis permits, and expressed alarm that those who got their permits through the application process could turn around and sell them off the next day. He called it an “affront to any business person who’s going through the hoops of trying to appease the province’s rules and regulations.”
Husky Energy charges move to NB for case management By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The latest news regarding the oil spill charges faced by Husky Energy is that the case is now moving to North Battleford Provincial Court. The Husky charges have been scheduled for North Battleford Provincial Court on Dec. 18, at 1:30 p.m. in Courtroom 2 for a case management conference. Judge Lorna Dyck will be presiding. The date and location were both set during the latest Husky court appearance in Lloydminster provincial court. While Judge Kim Young was there in person, the other players in the case appeared by telephone conference call. Judge Lorna Dyck of North Battleford provincial court was on the call, as was Husky’s defence lawyer Brad Gilmour as well as Matthew Miazga of the provincial Crown; Miazga also appeared as agent on
behalf of federal Crown Prosecutor Carol Carlson. Both Husky Energy Inc. and Husky Oil Operations Ltd. face eight counts each under the federal Fisheries Act, and one count each under the federal Migratory Birds Convention Act. Husky Oil Operations Ltd. also faces one count under the provincial Environmental Management and Protection Act. The provincial count is summary by law; there are still Crown elections to be made on the federal counts. Miazga indicated in court Thursday that the Crown would be continuing to reserve election. This was the fourth court appearance for Husky in this case, the first one being March 29. While it was a brief conference call Thursday morning in Lloydminster court, it was also a thorough one as the lawyers updated Judge Dyck on the status of the case. Gilmour was asked by
Judge Dyck if he was close to entering pleas in the case. Gilmour responded there had been an extensive amount of disclosure to this point, and that there had been “productive discussions back and forth.” “I believe we’re still at that stage,” said Gilmour, who suggested reserving entering pleas until meeting with the judge at the next court date. Lawyers for both sides were fine with scheduling the next court date for North Battleford, which appears to have been selected because of the greater physical space at that venue for a potential trial. Prior to the case management meeting, Judge Dyck has also requested a witness list and an exhibit list from the Crown, and any documents or reports that might be useful, by Dec. 13. Judge Dyck also indicated she would not be the trial judge should the case go to a full trial.
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Students from Lawrence School learned about the Holodomor in learning activities, and Mayor Ryan Bater paid them a visit.
Student art referencing and commemorating the Ukrainian famine. Photos submitted
Grain-filled bottles were hidden in hopes of surviving starvation.
Holodomor commemorated at Chapel Gallery By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter
Lit candles and readings of first-hand accounts commemorated the victims of Holodomor last week. The Chapel Gallery hosted Holodomor Genocide Memorial Day last Wednesday, in partnership with the Battlefords Ukrainian Canadian Cultural
Council, and the Ukrainian Canadian Congress Saskatchewan Provincial Council. Presenters included Paul Kardynal, Living Sky School Division Superintendent of Learning Jim Shevchuk, and event organizer and teacher Rhea Good. Good said this year’s event was different than
last year’s as she included some school-based activities. Earlier in the week, students performed tasks including filling bottles with grain. The bottles represent an account of survivor Maria Soroka. According to Shevchuk, her grandfather hid the bottle of grain hoping to retrieve it during the winter to save his family
from starvation during the winter of 1933. The bottle was found in 2012. As part of a teaching experience in two elementary school classrooms, Good gave presentations and Mayor Ryan Bater came to visit. “Those teachers were really amazed and very happy to see how well the students connected with
the story of Holodomor, and what they were able to take away from it, even at that young age,” Good said. Both Good and Shevchuk said that previously, the Holodomor wasn’t widely taught. “I think that there were just a handful of resources out there, maybe teachers who had particular inter-
est might include it in the social studies unit,” Good said, adding Canada recognizing the famine as an act of genocide has increased awareness. Good said the Holodomor has been added to Voices Into Action, an online educational resource providing students with information regarding human rights and prejudice.
St. Mary School introduces new drum for instruction By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter
For the first time last Wednesday, St. Mary School students heard a
new drum educators hope they will continue to hear as they grow. St. Mary School hosted an introduction ceremony in front of the school to
show the students a new drum Light of Christ School Division has purchased. The drum is hand made and hand painted, and
Trevor Watts, Funeral Director and Adria Watts, Owners of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium are pleased to announce that effective November 1, 2018 has acquired and will be merging with Battlefords Funeral Service. This is a very exciting event for both Funeral Homes, for our employees and our families. Our greatest assets have always been our people and by joining forces we have made a huge increase in the quality of that asset.
Even though we will now operate as one company that is locally owned we will continue to operate two locations. This means that you can rely on the same personal working relationships that you have had in the past.
made of moose skin. The introduction ceremony also included a smudge. “One of the things we wanted to do was provide an opportunity for a sense of identity for our children, and not just our Aboriginal children but all of them,” St. Mary Principal Shaun Loeppky said. Drumming facilitator Shonan Awasis said he’s excited to be instructing the youth. Awasis also provides drum instruction to John Paul II Collegiate. “Trying to catch [students] when they’re young really helps in a
A student taps the new drum. Photo submitted
big way for generations to overcome prejudice and racism,” Awasis said,
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John Paul II Collegiate teachers are putting funds from the McDowell Foundation to good use. Light of Christ Catholic Schools staff are developing online-based courses to allow students to learn at their own pace, although with the help and guidance of teachers. Pictured is Principal Carlo Hansen, English Language Arts Teacher Lindell Gateley, graduate Ashaun Pusey, Student Services Teacher Jean Fauchon, and Ian Krips with the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation. Photo submitted
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Rotary Club of the Battlefords Scholarship $1000
Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Scholarship $2000
Stan Wychopen Business Excellence Scholarship $2000
Ultra Print Scholarship $2000
Sobeys Choose Excellence Scholarship $3000
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Recipient: Ali Lesmeister Presenter: Kurt Briant
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NWC “Choose” Outstanding Scholarship - valued $500
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Anniversary Put to Use as Fundraiser This was the scene at Battlefords Pizza on Tuesday during the noon hour. The business celebrated their first anniversary with an event that offered free pizza between 11 a.m. and 1 p.m., which also raised funds for the North Battleford fire department. Fire department members were out in full force as they shared information and fire prevention tips at the event. Providing the musical contribution at the event was Steven Cormons and his band Bad Influence. Photos by John Cairns
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SaskTel Continues Support Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation has announced another year of sponsorship from SaskTel for the 23rd Annual Festival of Trees. “SaskTel has supported Festival of Trees since its inception and BUH Foundation is pleased to have them as a part of this wonderful Christmas celebration. They are committed to making their province and their communities a better place to live and their support of BUH Foundation’s Festival of Trees does this not only through a wonderful Christmas event, but with the proceeds going towards enriched patient care,” says BUH Foundation Executive Director Claudette McGuire. The 2018 Festival of Trees “A Celebration of Christmas” begins on Friday, Nov 30 and runs till Thursday, Dec 6, to be held at Western Development Museum, North Battleford. SaskTel’s support includes sponsorship of Family Day on Sunday, Dec 2, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. This day will feature horse drawn wagon rides, children’s activities, local entertainment, and of course, a visit from Santa himself. Left to right are Susan Challis, sales associate, SaskTel; Roni Zakresky, support services, SaskTel; Claudette McGuire, executive director, BUH Foundation; Jenna Russell, service representative, SaskTel. Photo submitted
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Enjoying a winter wonderland at the lake By Lorna Pearson Correspondent
The Do Drop In was the scene of the weekly Jam Session Nov. 20 and musicians were pleased to have a special audience from Edam. Vivian Hanson was accompanied by her grandson Trevor and Lanna Brydges and their daughter Charlotte from Kelowna, B.C. They enjoyed hearing Grandma Sharon Brydges on the keyboard with the band. Canasta slated for Nov. 30 will be held at 1:30 in the afternoon instead of in the evening so some locals can support the Ham and Turkey Bingo being sponsored by the Hall Committee in the Community Complex at 7 p.m. The monthly senior meeting is on Dec. 14 but there will be no lunch afterward this time as their Christmas supper is the next day at 5 p.m. Rose Delainey enjoyed the company of her two nephews, Dennis Delainey from Medicine Hat and Fred Delainey from Saskatoon, last week. Rose babysat these boys when she was 15 years old, so they hold a special place in her heart. They stayed with Trudy and Leo Jenssen in Meota. They are former co-workers with Leo in Saskatoon, so a lot of reminiscing went on. The ‘For Sale’ sign is down at the former home of Robert and Marion Iverson, a good sign of times getting better. On Thursday last week the weather co-operated for Warren Iverson and he was able to get his workshop framed and covered
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on the cement pad he had ready and waiting. We had three days of gorgeous hoar frost last week, with nice temperatures and no wind. We were living in a winter wonderland of beauty. Since the power meters are only being read once a year now, it is advisable to send in your reading yourself. This can be done within the week preceding your meter reading date, on your last bill. When you report your meter number do not include the SP preceding the numbers. This should stop the chance of your yearend reading being off too much. You can also phone your reading in, and the wait period has improved to contact a person in the SaskPower office. Duplicate bridge was played in the city both nights last week. Top score Tuesday evening was Donna Scherman and Mary Phelps, Lucille and Bernard Gregoire and third were Joyce Luckey and Etta Meisner. Nov. 22 saw top score go to Mary Greenwald and David Sharpe, followed by Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen and then Margaret Dyck and Maureen Campbell. Attending Agribition in Regina this year were my nephew Avery and Becky Shepherd and their children Brynnley and Nadia from Livelong. The Canadian Bison Association hold their annual meeting at this time.
Vivian Hanson has celebrated her 100th birthday.
At their fund raising auction, Becky put up a homemade salsa gift basket which sold to Hubert Esquirol from Meota for $750. This money goes to the association and for their children’s program. The whole experience of Agribition is so exciting and keeps getting bigger every year. For the first time since 2001, alpacas were included in the Agribition Show in Regina. Carol Poole from Edam showed her animal, Mercedes, who won Reserve Fawn Champion, among other wins of the eight animals she took down. There were 55 total from British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. Every show had a large crowd of interested people surrounding it. The judge, Mary Joe Smith, was from the United Kingdom and was very impressed with the quality of the animals. Carol did several radio interviews and the whole event was terribly exciting and busy. The organizers were super and treated them so well, so accommodating and helpful. This was appreciated greatly. A family supper was held Saturday, Nov. 17
at Edam’s Senior Center where family celebrated Vivian Hanson’s 100 birthday. Family came from Winnipeg, Kelowna, Regina, Saskatoon and locally, about 30 all told. On Nov. 23, her actual date, the center was the setting of another birthday party honoring Vivian. The room was all decked out in her favourite colors – red and white – along with Christmas decorations. Lots of dainties and a beautiful birthday cake, trimmed in red and white, was enjoyed by her many family and friends attending, approximately 100. Vivian graciously thanked everyone for sharing her day and for the blessings and well-wishes received. Vivian resides in the Lady Minto Health Care Center in Edam. Scam calls on the phone lately have been a nuisance. One has to just hang up. If in doubt, don’t answer and if it’s important they will leave a message. Useful tip – when using the ATM machine, for any reason, press ‘cancel’ twice before proceeding, in case someone has set up the keypad to steal your PIN number. This will ensure it is clear. Also, when locking your car door, use the buttons on the door, not your keychain button, this way you aren’t sending the code message out where it
For the first time since 2001, alpacas were included in the Agribition show in Regina. Carol Poole from Edam showed her animal, Mercedes, who won Reserve Fawn Champion. Photos submitted by Lorna Pearson
can be picked up. The local store closed from Nov. 20 to 25 this week. Norwegian Whist at the Do Drop In on Nov. 23 saw four tables in play. Top score went to Shirley Tebay, followed by Albert Huys, Jack Stewart and Bev McCrimmon. The tasty lunch was enjoyed by all. The Village of Metinota held their Christmas supper Nov. 23 at the Do Drop In
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Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club celebrates By Mickey Blyth Club Reporter
On Nov. 5 we had a general meeting. We had reports by Amanda about the district meeting, Kyla for the finance committee (events include battery drive Nov. 12, Little Caesars pizza sales January-February and pie bingo in April) and Kayden for social committee (events include Nov. 10 wreath making to donate to Festival of Trees, Dec. 8 Christmas party, February winter carnival, March penny carnival and MayJune park grand opening). Project reports included animal tracking, beef, art, sheep, dairy, model cars, foods and photography.
We discussed ordering uniforms and bunnyhugs. Projects doing demos will set up and clean up the
hall. Animal Tracking did a demo about the things you need to go tracking.
Club curling will start in December. Nov. 7 was National 4-H day.
Above, the Maidstone Gully Multiple 4-H Club November battery drive. Right, members celebrating 4-H togetherness. Photos submitted
‘Let’s Wine About It’ raises thousands Staff
At the end of a recent two-day event fundraiser, the Capitol Theatre in North Battleford and FF2 had raised $3,971.30 to help victims of sexual assault. The Capitol Theatre and FF2 partnered up again this year to raise awareness and money. This year’s recipient of the community fundraiser was the Battlefords and Area Sexual Assault Centre. The two-night event was sold out and brought people together to be a rock star for an evening, says Ursula
Rockin’ and wining at the Capitol. Photo submitted
Swindler, theatre manager. Mirna Kemp kicked it off with karaoke on the big screen for everyone to sing along with. Laurel
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Liquor Store hosted the wine bar that was enjoyed by many. Local merchants and businesses were generous in donations for the raffle table and swag bags that were handed out to everyone, says Swindler. The evening was capped off with a screening of the hit Bohemian Rhapsody, which had people both singing along and dancing in their seats, says Swindler. Tammy Ramsay from FF2 and Swindler are already planning next year’s annual fundraiser event.
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North Stars: three of four points on weekend By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The Battlefords North Stars earned three out of a possible four points in the standings from two games against quality opponents on the weekend. A late goal on the road against the Nipawin Hawks took that game to overtime and eventually a shootout, which the Hawks eventually won 2-1. The following night at the Civic Centre, the North Stars rebounded to beat the Kindersley Klippers at home 4-2. It was a tough contest, as always, against their rivals. Coach Brayden Klimosko was happy to see the hard work pay off for the North Stars. “We’re getting battletested and it’s showing,” said Klimosko. “We executed, that was the difference. We drove the net hard, we took pucks towards the net, all that type of thing. So we got rewarded for the hard work and it was nice to see, the boys deserve it.”
Nipawin 2 North Stars 1 Shootout.
The Battlefords North Stars dropped a heartbreaker on the road to Nipawin Hawks Friday night. The game had been tight the entire way, with no scoring until Brodie Girod scored in the second period for Nipawin. The North Stars managed to force overtime in the dying minutes as Austin Becker scored from
The North Stars react to the goal by Quintin Loon-Stewardson in the second period. Photo by John Cairns
Brett Gammer and Dylan Esau with 1:36 left to tie the game at 1-1. But three-on-three overtime solved nothing, and in the shootout Eric Sorenson’s goal beat Chad Duran in the Stars net, to win the game 2-1. The game marked Duran’s first start for the North Stars after being acquired Thursday by the club; he is a veteran goalie who previously saw action with the La Ronge Ice Wolves. The same day he was acquired, the North Stars released another American, defenceman Adam Weiner of Brookfield, Wisconsin, who moves to the London Nationals of the GOJHL. Coach Klimosko explained Duran was acquired to lessen the load for both Joel Grzybowski and Adam Dmyterko; the acquisition should also help lessen the pressure on
Dmyterko as well as he develops. “We want three all year,” said Klimosko. “You want to be able to give ‘Grz’ rest when he needs it, and that’s all part of it.” Duran had a good night in net for the North Stars, stopping 23 of 24 shots. But Nipawin’s Declan Hobbs stopped 34 of 35 at his end to earn the win.
North Stars 4 Kindersley 2
While games against the Klippers always seem to have heightened tension, this one was particularly dominated by penalties. There were nine North Stars power plays while the Klippers had six, and both teams capitalized often. It was the North Stars who got into trouble early on, going down two men for 22 seconds with Austin Becker in the box for boarding and Ryan
Glanville in for tripping. Kindersley then made the North Stars pay with a goal from Blake Kleiner, with Ty Enns and Caden Benson assisting at 5:18. With less than five minutes left in the period, it was the North Stars who had the two-man advantage as Klippers Will Van der Sloot and Brendon Borbely were sent to the box with ineligible player and slashing penalties respectively. This time, it was Regan Doig who capitalized with his fifth of the season from Braydon Buziak at 16:51. But soon after at 17:05 Doig ended up in the box for interference putting Kindersley right back on the power play. Just seven seconds into the man advantage, the Klippers retook the lead on a goal by Austin Nault, Kleiner assisting, at 17:12. That was all the scoring through one. Shots on goal
Brayden Klimosko behind the bench as the North Stars beat the Klippers at home. Photo by John Cairns
in the period favoured the North Stars 15-12. In period two, the North Stars tied the game on an even strength goal from Quintin Loon-Stewardson from Esau and Austin Shumanski at 2:21. Then at 10:55, the North Stars took the lead on another power play marker as Owen Lamb got his 15th of the season from Buziak and Matthew Fletcher at 10:55. The North Stars’ Buziak thought he had a fourth North Stars goal in the period, but it was ruled no goal and the replay was conclusive in showing the puck did not go in the net. Shots favoured the North Stars through two, 29-20. In the third period a long shot from near the blue line by Matthew Fletcher ended up finding a way past Justen Close into the net; Brett Gammer was
credited with the goal with Fletcher and Shumanski assisting at 2:21. The North Stars held on to that lead the rest of the way for a 4-2 win. Final shots favoured the North Stars 36-33. Joel Grzybowski got the win in net for the North Stars. The next game for the North Stars is Friday night at home to Notre Dame.
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North Stars wish Parker well with AAA Stars By John Cairns Staff Reporter
The Battlefords North Stars are now officially advertising their open position for a new assistant coach. The position became vacant following the departure of Brett Parker to become head coach of the Battlefords AAA Stars.
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“It’s a good opportunity for Brett. He deserves it, he’s a good coach,” said Klimosko. “That’s what this business is all about, is to move guys on.” Klimosko adds the move will work out really well, with the North Stars working closely with Parker and the midget AAA Stars on a day-today basis.
Hi, everyone. A late report on curling for the past two weeks. Nov. 13, Rogers over Belyk, Kjargaard over Wisner, Forester over Hall, O’Hare over Krismer, Pauls over Horrell and Scott over Munn. Nov. 20: Pauls over Hall, Scott over Forester, Wisner over Belyk, Horrell over Munn, O’Hare over Rogers and Kjargaard over Krismer. Remember that Bill Rayner is skipping the Pauls team and Don Christopher is skipping the Kjargaard team due to medical absences. I’ve included a picture which was taken last week of the winning team from Dec. 2017, at the time we could not find the trophy. Team is Dick Horrell, John Hunchak, Edna Wasmuth and Dave Page.
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Combines win opener, midgets in action again By John Cairns Staff Reporter
Here is a rundown of some of the hockey action involving local teams on the weekend.
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In senior action the Meota Combines opened their season at the North Battleford Civic Centre with an 8-4 drubbing of the Glaslyn North Stars. Glaslyn scored the first goal but the Combines replied with six unanswered goals to put the game out of reach. Kihisis Derocher had two goals for the Combines while Aaron Cadrin, Bo Gervais, Kyle Gregoire, Scott Maunula, Michael Pylypow and Vince Sauvie had the other Meota goals. Calvin Koczka scored two and had an assist for Glaslyn in defeat. The other Friday game saw Shellbrook embarrass Perdue by a 15-0 score, Jody Blais and Josh Elliot both getting hat tricks for the Silvertips. Perdue then lost again Saturday night by a 6-4 score in Spiritwood. Action resumes Friday with four games including the Battleford Beaver Blues hosting Spiritwood at Battleford Arena, game time 8:30 p.m.
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In Sask West League action on Friday, the Wilkie Outlaws beat Biggar Nationals in overtime by a 3-2 score, Rory Gregoire getting the game winner.
Here is a look at some of the action from the Meota Combines home opener last Friday night at North Battleford Civic Centre against Glaslyn North Stars. Photo by John Cairns
On Saturday Wilkie built a 4-0 lead before holding off Macklin 5-3, while Kindersley beat Biggar 5-0. The Wilkie Outlaws and Kindersley Sr. Klippers both have perfect 5-0 records to start the season.
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The Tisdale Trojans beat the Stars Nov. 21 at the Civic Centre; Luke Fennig score the only goal for the Stars in the third period after Tisdale had built a 4-0 lead. The Stars then headed on the road Saturday night to Notre Dame, losing to the Argos 4-3 in overtime. Jett Arminen scored the game winner for the Argos. On Sunday at Mosaic Place the Stars rebounded
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with a 7-2 win over the Moose Jaw Generals. The Stars built a 4-1 lead in the first period and added two in the second and one in the third for the win. Next for the Stars is a road contest against the Beardys Blackhawks on Thursday.
Battlefords AAA Sharks
The Sharks extended their winning streak to five in a row Saturday with a 4-3 shootout win at home over the Melville Prairie Fire. The Sharks came back from a 3-0 deficit in the game, scoring three goals in the third period, two from Brooklyn Rowley and one from Ali Aitken, to force overtime and a shootout. It was Aitken who scored the winner in the shootout for the victory. Unfortunately, the Prairie Fire ended the Sharks’ winning streak the next day at Battleford Arena, beating the Sharks 5-4. The Sharks currently sit fourth in the female midget league standings with 19 points. Their next action is home Saturday and Sunday versus Weyburn.
Battlefords AA Barons
The Battlefords AA Barons are having a winning season so far in the Centre Four league, currently sitting second in the standings behind Saskatoon Sabercats following a couple of important wins on the weekend. The Barons beat the Martensville Marauders 2-1 at the Civic Centre on Saturday and then beat the Sabercats 6-3 in Saskatoon on Sunday. Zane Florence had two goals in the win for the Barons, whose next action is Dec. 1 on the road against Saskatoon Riverkings.
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Growing up in the Queen’s Hotel at Moosomin Part One
Growing up in a smalltown Saskatchewan hotel sounds like a cool experience, doesn’t it? For a kid, imagine how thrilling it must have been to be able to run the hallways and staircases in such a unique place, and to eat every meal in a café. At the very least, living in a hotel with a bar and a restaurant must have offered youngsters the chance to meet all kinds of people. Recently, Ivan Buehler, a reader who grew up in the Queen’s Hotel in Moosomin, 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. Ivan and his three brothers enjoyed all the play and learning experiences that life in a busy hotel had to offer, exploring the areas inside and around the massive, three-storey brick building. “As a youth living in a hotel,” Ivan remembers, “I felt that most days were remarkable childhood experiences.” Located on the corner of South Front Street and Main Street in Moosomin, the historic Queen’s Hotel was an amalgamation of two old hotels that had existed side by side
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MAIDSTONE – Cribbage was played Monday, Nov. 12 with high score going to Denise Newton. Low score went to Dorothy Schwartz. Lunch was provided by Bev Stewart. Bingo was played Wednesday, Nov. 14 with Margaret MacEachern and Bev Stewart doing the calling. Lunch was provided by Irene Kerr. The monthly meeting followed with Margaret MacEachern as acting president. Completion and paying for the roof shingles was discussed. Tickets on groceries are being sold by members to offset this cost, with the draw to be made at the annual Christmas party on Dec. 14 at 5 p.m. The Catholic Ladies will cater the turkey supper. The cost will be $20 per person. A limit of 80 tickets are available. Eavetroughs have been cleaned. A food hamper for the month of December will be in place. The next potluck birthday noon lunch was to be held Nov. 21 at noon. The next monthly meeting will be held Dec. 12. The Drop In members outreach looked after the bingo at the Pine Island
in the early 1880s – the Grosvenor and the Queen’s. When Ivan’s grandfather, Karl Buehler, his father, Leo, and his uncle Alfred (called Pete), sold their hotel in Fairlight, Saskatchewan, and took over the Moosomin hotel in December 1946, the Queen’s was, according to Moosomin’s local history book, “in desperate condition.” In the years that followed, the Queen’s saw continuous improvement under the management of the Buehlers, “so that it came to be as comfortable and modern as any rural hotel on the prairies.” The Buehler family lived on the ground floor in a suite that took up the whole back section of the former Grosvenor. “My three brothers and I all worked in the hotel as children,” Ivan recalls. “Most of my work was at the front desk, but also included demolition during renovations and some bookkeeping as I grew older.” In 1953, Leo and Bertha Buehler became the sole operators of the Queen’s Hotel. From that time until they sold the business in 1967, the Queen’s was not only a community gathering place, but the owners were respected community
Lodge and supplied the prizes on Friday, Nov. 9. Thank you to Dorothy Harmel, Joyce Weston and Noel Coulthard who assisted the caller Dorothy Schwartz. Movie night was held Nov. 16 with 20 people present. Popcorn and cola drinks were available. The animated movie was Brave. The potluck birthday noon lunch was held Wednesday Nov. 21 with Daphne McLaren, Noel Coulthard, Sharen Ruud, Jean Stewart at the birthday table. Ean Casper said the blessing. Of the 15 in attendance, three were guests. Bingo followed with Margaret MacEachern and Bev Stewart doing the calling. Lunch was provided by Dorothy Harmel. The golden age supper, sponsored by the high school students, will be held Dec. 2 at 5 p.m. in the Legion Hall for everyone 60 plus. See you there.
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Queen’s Hotel in Moosomin, 1960. Photo: Morris Predinchuk Collection, Provincial Archives of Saskatchewan
leaders. They were also one of Moosomin’s main employers, with as many as 20 people on staff, and with many workers hired to help with building renovations over the years. “I grew up believing that small-town Saskatchewan hotels had carpenters as permanent staff because there was always something changing at the Queen’s,” Ivan writes. “The work was so intense
that we had a carpenter and a painter living in the hotel and working full time for seven years.” Denizens of the hotel included a significant number of immigrants. “At one time,” Ivan recalls, “three sisters who had made their way from East Germany worked for us. We had a cook who emigrated from Greece as a teenager. … One of our permanent guests was a
public health nurse from South Africa. Work at the Queen’s varied as much as the workers who did it. The most dramatic structural change Ivan remembers was the removal of a weight-bearing wall in the lobby that was replaced with a steel beam inserted through the new wall of the building. Lath and plaster walls were dismantled, replaced by Gypsum board. Pipes ran to new plumbing fixtures in the guest rooms.
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A telephone switchboard was installed in the lobby and each room got its own phone. The heating system was upgraded at least twice. “The whole of the main customer service area – lobby, dining room, kitchen, bar and beverage room – was totally changed,” Ivan states. “Our suite along with three others on the ground floor were gutted and modernized.” Stay tuned for Part Two.
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Borden Dance Club entertains at recital By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent
The Borden Friendship Club held their first bingo of the season Nov. 21 with 22 out to play. Winning cash were Mary Ann Williams, Ruben Rempel, Jim Olinyk, Elaine Gunsch, Lucille Wilkie, Gerry Wainwright, Eileen Petrun, Zoe Walker (2x), and Larry Trischuk. Those unlucky in a tiebreaker received a coupon to use at the next bingo. Next Ham and Turkey bingo is Dec. 19 at 7 pm. On Nov. 19, Lynette Schmidt from Affinity Credit Union Borden Branch, presented the Borden Volunteer Firefighters with a cheque for $5,000 to help pay off their debt for the fire hall expansion completed earlier this year.
Borden School held their Book Fair on Nov. 21 and on the program were the school band playing Shepherd’s Hay and the Grade 4/5 class reciting what they knew Learning About Canada, the provinces and the territories. Kindergarten and Grade 1, dressed in costumes, recited about the words that start with the letter D and Grade 2 and 3 recited a poem about My Neighbour with the Purple Dog. Linda Yuskiw introduced the Library Club, who come in at the noon hour and help out in the library
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in various ways. From the magazine sales in October, the school netted $1,300 to be used for books. A questionnaire about hot lunches that families filled out was used for a draw and Casey Wensley won five free hot lunches. The Borden Museum held a hot beef luncheon Nov. 23 in the Borden Friendship Room, serving beef on bread with gravy, corn and coleslaw with a make-your-own ice cream sundae for dessert. The luncheon was by donation and quite a few attended. Saturday, Dec. 1 is the Borden Farmers’ Market Christmas sale in the Borden Community Centre from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with Grad 2019 serving lunch. There are quite a number of tables booked for the main hall and in the Friendship Centre so everyone can come out and enjoy lunch and pick up baking or Christmas gifts. On Sunday, Dec. 2, the Borden Lions host their annual Festival of Music at 7 p.m. in the Borden Community Centre. Donations at the door are gratefully accepted and Santa will be on hand. Goodies and beverages will be served after the program. Radisson held their annual Christmas Sale on Saturday, Nov. 24, in the Radisson Communiplex waiting room. There were many vendors on hand to sell crafts, baking, etc. and lunch was sold by the Playground Committee. Borden Dance Club held their annual Christmas Recital in the Borden Community Centre on Nov. 25 at 2 p.m. Prior to the recital, the club served desserts and beverages in the Friendship Club room, then everyone could take their desserts back to the main hall where tables were set up, covered with black tablecloths and silver snowflakes and candles for centre pieces. Lynette
Lynette Schmidt from Affinity Credit Union presenting $5,000 to the Borden Firefighters for their fire hall expansion.
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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. __________________________________________________ Gerald Melvin Miller Better known as Gerry, Dr. Mel or Mugs. It is with great sadness that the family of Gerry Miller announces his passing in Moose Jaw, SK on November 11, 2018 at the age of 68, after a long and courageous struggle with heart disease. Gerry is predeceased by his dad Cliff Miller, and his in-laws Neil and Mary McLafferty. He is survived by the love of his life, wife Cheryl, his daughter Rebecca (Derek) Darley of Medicine Hat, AB, son Paul (Erika) Miller of Haines Junction, Yukon; grandchildren Jared and Jordyn Darley, and Brooklyn and Kaila Miller. He is also survived by his mother Sheila Miller, brothers Gene (Sharon), Terry (Corrie), Blaine (Shannon) and their families. At Gerry’s request there will be no funeral. At Cheryl’s request in lieu of flowers, please take time out of your busy lives and spend it with some children; play baseball, basketball, ice hockey, street hockey, a round of golf, tobogganing or hiking just do something active and fun with them! The memories of that day will not only stick with you, but those kids as well. Please think of Gerry and reminisce about him while you are all having fun together. He will be watching with a big smile on his face. In living memory of Gerry, a memorial tree planting will be made by Jones-Parkview Funeral Services. Please see our online book of condolences at www.parkviewfuneralchapel.ca and www.wjjonesandson.com (Obituaries). Blair Scott, Funeral Director.
Albert Klassen February 28, 1951 November 13, 2018 Albert Jacob Klassen, 67, Glenbush Saskatchewan, passed peacefully from this life in the early morning of November 13, 2018. He was surrounded by his family through the night. His wife was continually by his side after his diagnosis of cancer two weeks earlier. Albert was born in Glenbush, Saskatchewan on February 28, 1951. He was one of eight children and he loved his family and his community. He and his wife Donna of 44 years raised a daughter and twin sons. Albert had a strong faith in God and always exercised an attitude of grace with the people he interacted with. He was a wise, humble and generous man and had a calm presence. He often found himself in leadership roles. He was a trustee on the school committee for 20 years, an RM Counselor, along with consistent involvement in various roles at the Glenbush MB Church. He enjoyed working alongside his sons on the family farm. Albert is survived by his wife Donna Klassen, and three children; his daughter Cora Lynn (Dave) Carey, of Saskatoon, sons Brent Klassen and Bradley Klassen, of Glenbush. Two grandchildren Jayden and Miranda Carey. Albert is also survived by his mother Katherine Tena Klassen, his sisters; Linda (Garry) Forde, Vie Bates, Marthanne (Elroy) Peters, Ruth Klassen-Burwell and brother Dennis Klassen. His mother-in-law Katie Neufeld, sister-in-law Debbie (Bill) Edlin and many loving nieces and nephews and relatives. Memorial Service was held on Tuesday, November 20, 2018 2:00 p.m. at the Medstead Hall, Medstead, SK. Memorial donations can be made to Samaritan’s Purse Canada (Agriculture Training Project), 20 Hopewell Way NE Calgary, Alberta, T3J 5H5. Arrangements were entrusted to DALMENY FUNERAL HOME (306-254-2022). __________________________________________________
HARTLEY: In Loving Memory of Jerry Hartley, born May 24, 1950 at North Battleford, SK., passed away November 1, 2018 in North Battleford, SK. Jerry is survived by his loving wife Violet and their family: Tracy, Brad - Tyler, Kody, Leah, Sean & Sarah; Chad – Brook, Cash & Bradin – Miya & Madalyn; Jeff – Haidin; his brother Tom (Pat) Hartley; nieces nephews and their families. Jerry is predeceased by his parents Jack Hartley and Irene Hartley; brother, Skip Hartley and sister, Sharon Davies. Mass Of Christian Burial was held on Friday, November 9, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. from Ste. Rose De Lima Roman Catholic Church, Cochin, SK with Celebrant Father Greg Elder. Cross Bearer was Bradin Hartley. Shared Memories were given by Father Greg Elder. Liturgy Of the Word: 1st Reading: Ecclesiastes 3: 1-11-Sharon Neveu; Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 23-Sharon Neveu; 2nd Reading: Colossians 3: 1-4-Tracy Marchycha; Gospel: John 14: 1-6-Father Greg Elder; Prayers Of The Faithful: Karen Foulston; Liturgy Of the Eucharist: Gift Bearers-Chad & Jeff Hartley. Hymns: Amazing Grace, Holy Darkness, Old Rugged Cross & What a Wonderful World. Urn Bearer was Tracy Marchycha. Honorary Pallbearers were Doug Boskill, Ron Piper, Ken Hartmann, Darryl Foulston, Terry Beagle, Brian Neveu, Ron Allegretto, Rick Germs, Ron Burwell & Tenner Jordan. Memorials are requested to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc – Palliative Care, PO Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Interment was at Prairie Willows Columbarium – City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________ CANDYCE AMANDA FORMO December1, 1964 – November 6, 2018 Candyce Formo, beloved wife, mother, daughter and friend, age 53, passed away suddenly and peacefully on the evening of Wednesday, November 6, 2018. After a short battle with cancer, she passed surrounded by her family at her parent’s home in West Kelowna. She was born and raised in North Battleford, SK. There she gave birth to her much loved daughter Brooklyne in 1990. Candyce and Brooklyne met Curtis Formo in 2000 and became a family. Candyce and Curtis were married in 2005 and lived with Brooklyne in Elrose, SK. There, they had an oilfield company and a ranch. In 2014, Candyce and Curtis moved to Greenwood, BC to develop another ranch and to be closer to their daughter Brooklyne. Candyce took immense pleasure in the simple things in life. Spending time with family and friends gave her great enjoyment. She loved to be outside on the farm and was never happier than when she was on her lawn mower. Very few of those family and friends who knew her as she was growing up would have guessed how much she would love a life on a farm. Her crafty side was always in evidence in the projects that she took on when decorating her home and life. Candyce’s ready smile and great sense of humor attracted people to her and she was a great friend to all who knew her. She is survived by her loving husband Curtis, their daughter Brooklyne, her parents, Therese and Gerry (Porky) Dexter, and brother Sean Dexter (his wife Chrissy and four children Noah, Josh, Jaedyn, and Rylee), as well as her uncle Raymond and cousins, Lana and Carol. She is predeceased by her grandparents Delia Verret, and Art and Fern Dexter. It was Candyce’s wish not to have a funeral service. She will be cremated and have her ashes scattered at places that had significance in her life. In lieu of flowers please donate to Pancreatic Cancer Canada or the charity of your choice. Candyce wanted no tears and her family encourages everyone who knew her to find their own favorite memory of Candyce and spend a moment remembering her life with a smile. Arrangements in care of Everden Rust Funeral Services. West Kelowna Arrangement Centre. 250-768-8925. Condolences may be left for the family at: www.everdenrust.com __________________________________________________
DURAND: In Loving Memory of Ruth Durand, born July 13, 1933 at Wilkie, SK., passed away November 9, 2018 in North Battleford, SK. Ruth is lovingly remembered by her daughters: Marilyn (Raymond) Whitt; Arlyss Bennett (VBann); Debbie (Dale) Sheppard; Sandra (Dale) Rose & Gayla (Sheldon) Andrews. Also left to cherish her memory are her 14 Grandchildren and 12 GreatGrandchildren; her sistersin-law, Vi Moen and Fern Moen; brother-in-law Allan Durand (VEdna); special friend Ron Robertson; along with her nieces, nephews and their families. Ruth is predeceased by her husband Gordon Durand and son Dale Durand; parents, Anders and Emma Moen; brothers, Arne, Ole, William, Edgar, Ken and Glen; and her sisters, Emma (VHugh), Annie, Hilda and Gertrude. Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018 at 2:00 P.M. from the Robinhood Community Hall, Robinhood, SK with Pastor David Jensen officiating. Eulogy was given by Joyce Weston. Readers were Jorielle Sheppard & Sarah Rose. Special Music by Nissa Shiell, Joys Dancer, Chandra Pederson & & Helmay and Arnold Loewen. Hymns: ~ What a Friend we have in Jesus & ~ Where the Roses never Fade. Active Pallbearers were Lance Durand, Jordan Durand, Jamison Sheppard, Tyshaun Durand, Dennis Moen & Murray Mathison. Memorials are requested to Shriners Hospital for Children, 1529 Cedar Ave, Montreal, QC H3G 1A6 or to Heart and Stroke Foundation (any branch). Interment was at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Robinhood, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________
FUNERAL SERVICES BOCKUS: Patrick Bockus, beloved husband of Denise Bockus, resident of North Battleford passed away Monday, November 12, 2018 at Battlefords Union Hospital with family and friends by his side. By personal request there will not be a Funeral Service. Remember him with a smile. Condolences can be sent to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice.com Arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306446-4200) __________________________________________________________
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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
IN LOVING MEMORY OF
DOREEN STARTUP
Bertha Demyon
(Aug. 12, 1942 - Dec. 1, 1996)
God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. So he put his arms around you, and whispered, “Come to Me”. With tearful eyes we watched you, we watched you fade away. Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. A golden heart stopped beating. Hard working hands now rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
Lovingly remembered by your family and friends. We all miss you
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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
BIRTHDAYS
Partings come and hearts are broken, Loved ones go with words unspoken, Deep in our hearts there’s a memory kept, For a wife and mother we’ll never forget.
— Forever remembered Harry, Ken, Karen, Zachary & Larke ANNIVERSARIES Congratulations on your 30th wedding anniversary! Stephanie & Daren Merkowsky married December 2nd, 1988 Wishing you more laughter, more joy, and more love for the both of you in the years to come. Love always, Jason, Britany & Harvey and Kate-Lynn
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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF PARKDALE No. 498
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300 - 1291 102nd Street North Battleford, SK S9A 3V4 Phone:
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Notice of Discretionary Use Development Application
Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act; 2007 that the RM of Parkdale No. 498 has received a discretionary use development application. The application is for a renewal of the Time of Construction Allowance of accessory structures prior to the Principal on Lot 21. Block 9 Plan No. 10148624. This is a discretionary use within the Residential District as stipulated within Part 7, clause 7.3.11 of Bylaw 04-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Zoning Bylaw. Council will consider this application at the regular meeting of Council on December 4th, 2018 at 2:00 PM in the RM of Parkdale office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to December 1, 2018, to the RM of Parkdale's Office at Box 310, Glaslyn, SK, SOM OYO. Jennifer Ernst Administrator November 15, 2018
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Town of Battleford OPEN HOUSE The Town of Battleford is hosting a Come and Go Open House to view the new
West Park Pumphouse and Reservoir (#7 Chemin Bellevue) on Wednesday December 12, 2018 3:30 pm to 7:00 pm
This is your opportunity to view and ask questions about what it looks like and how it works. Come and check it out!
TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST
Village of Paynton PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before January 28, 2019, a tax lien will be registered against the land. NOTE: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel. DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY
TITLE NO.
TOTAL ARREARS* COSTS
TOTAL ARREARS & COSTS
LOT 1-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0 LOT 2-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0 LOT 3-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0
134290032 134290054 134290076
1,068.26
52.69
1,120.95
LOT 6-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0 LOT 7-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0
134290111 134290144
1,064.78
52.69
1,117.47
LOT 9-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0
134290177
1,045.52
52.69
1,098.22
LOT 10-BLK/PAR 7-PLAN B3701 EXT 0
134290201
1,045.52
52.69
1,098.21
LOT 3-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 28-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN 101559090 EXT 11 LOT 29-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN 101559090 EXT 12 LOT 30-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN 101559102 EXT 13 LOT 31-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN 101559102 EXT 14
138699152 138699129 138699242 138699220 138699174
449.68
52.69
502.37
LOT 18-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 19-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 20-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 21-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 22-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 23-BLK/PAR 4-PLAN B3481 EXT 0
130676249 130676250 130676283 130676294 130676261 130676272
311.19
52.69
363.88
LOT 4-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 5-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 6-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 17 LOT 28-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN 101559089 EXT 18 LOT 7-BLK/PAR 5-PLAN B3481 EXT 0
141098429 141098430 141098441 141623142 141625153
1,811.67
52.69
1,864.36
LOT 12-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 13-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3481 EXT 0
119835366 119835377
1,291.41
52.69
1,344.10
LOT 14-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 15-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3481 EXT 0
146737839 146737840
1,254.37
52.69
1,307.06
LOT 22-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 23-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3481 EXT 0 LOT 24-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3481 EXT 0
148245273 148245284 148245295
863.92
52.69
916.61
LOT 17-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3701 EXT 0 LOT 18-BLK/PAR 6-PLAN B3701 EXT 0
144830853 144830864
2,455.34
52.69
2,508.03
LOT 14-BLK/PAR 12-PLAN B3701 EXT 0 LOT 15-BLK/PAR 12-PLAN B3701 EXT 0
119836020 114615716
2,790.27
52.69
2,842.96
BLK/PAR J-PLAN CC264 EXT 0
130677015
319.15
52.69
371.84
*On January 1, 2019 the 2018 taxes will become arrears and be added to the amount required to remove the property from tax enforcement proceedings. Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable. Dated this 19th day of November, 2018 Stephanie Knorr, Administrator
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IN THE ESTATE OF EUGENE BRIAN WALDNER, late of Livelong, 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 18th 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 Eugene Brian Waldner
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Duplex House for rent 2 bedroom, 2 washroom. 3 properties for rent, rent varies from $1200-$1500 a month. Single house $1800 a month. Call 306-481-3535.
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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.
November 29, 30, December 6, 7 & 8
Cochin Community Players - Two Witches, No Waiting at 7:00 p.m. For tickets call Carol at 306-480-9333.
Friday & Saturday, Nov. 30 & Dec. 1
Trade & Craft Show at St. George’s Church Hall. Friday from 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Call Val 306-445-5262.
Sunday, December 2
O Come, Children Come! At the Third Avenue United Church 3:00 PM Tickets available at door or Call Jacki at 306-446-2519
Sunday, December 2
FEED & SEED
Community Youth Choir - O Come, Children Come at the Third Avenue United Church at 3:00 p.m. Tickets available at the door or call Jacki at 306-446-2519.
NORTH EAST PRAIRIE GRAIN INC. BUYING: Feed Barley, Soybeans, Heated Canola, Wheat, Feed Oats. OFFERING: Top Prices, On Farm Pickup & Prompt Payment! CALL: 1-306-873-3551, WEBSITE: neprairiegrain.com
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Tuesday, December 4
Trivia Tuesdays at the North Battleford Library from 6:30 8:30 p.m. Join us for a fun evening of trivia. Teams of 2 - 4 must pre-register by calling 306-445-3206.
Thursday, December 6
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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” 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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North Battleford Girl Guides at Holy Family School, 9201 - 19th Ave., North Battleford at 1:00 p.m. We meet once or twice a month from September to May, 2019.
1st Sunday of the Month
Jam Session from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Hall, South Railway from October to May 2019. For more information call 306-445-5036.
4th Sunday of the Month
Musical Jam Session at the Medstead Hall at 2:00 p.m. Musicians, singers, entertainers, & listeners. All ages are welcome. Bring along your instruments, and dancing shoes and have a great time! Please bring lunch, 50/50 tickets. Free admission. Sponsored by: Medstead Leisure Life Club.
Mondays
The Rotary Club of the Battlefords meets at The Blend at 12:00 noon. New members/guest welcome. For more information call 306-937-7128 or 306-441-6636.
2nd Monday of the Month
BUH Retirees meet at the North end A&W at 11:30 am 2nd Monday of the month unless a holiday then moves to 3rd Monday.
2nd Monday of the Month
Parkinsons Support Group at the Historic Lions Club House, 162 - 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. For more info phone 306-937-2987.
2nd Monday of the Month
Cancer Survivor Support Group - A self-help group for people with cancer, their families and friends meet at the Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street at 7:00 p.m. The strength of one is the strength of all. All are welcome. For further information call Myrna 306-445-2328 or Ken 306-481-4137.
Mondays & Wednesdays
In Motion exercises in the Borden Senior’s Room at 10:00 a.m. No charge & everyone is welcome.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Active Walking, Health Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Stretch & tone portion at 10:00 a.m. For more information phone Program Coordinator 306-892-2073.
Tuesdays
Regular Bridge Lessons starting at 10:30 a.m. playing Bridge to follow. Call Margaret at 306-445-7615.
Tuesdays
Knit & Natter meet at Porta Bella Restaurant, 249199th Street, North Battleford from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. No membership requirements. Bring your own project or join in a group project knitting for charity, yarn supplied. All skill levels and ages welcome. Phone Vistara at 306-317-9434 for more information.
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday at 3:00 p.m., four different churches alternate for a service and lunch at the Borden Care Home.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Circle of Learning at the Battlefords Family Health Centre, 1192 - 101st Street from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Call Sherry at 306937-6842.
Wednesdays
Candidates for this position require a Continuing Care Assistant certificate. A valid driver’s license is necessary where required by the job. Remuneration is in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement (CUPE SK).
Bingo at the Livelong Hall at 7:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-845-4040.
Wednesdays
T.A.G. - What is TAG Toddler Activity Group? It’s a free drop in group where parents will learn fun ways to interact with their child through play, games, songs, finger plays and story time for ages 14 months - 3 years from 1:15 - 2:45 p.m. at the Don Ross Gym, 891 - 99th Street, North Battleford. For more information contact Sherry at 306-480-9426, text or call.
Wednesdays
Drawing Sessions at ARC Creative Studios, 1106 - 101st Street, North Battleford from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Bring your own art supplies and we’ll provide the subjects, coffee and encouragement for all. Facilitators Rosemarie Stadnyk and Chris Hodge.
Tuesdays
Battlefords Blend Harmony Chorus at the 3rd Ave. United Church at 7:15 p.m. Phone 306-892-2196.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
North Battleford Table Tennis Club at the Living Faith Chapel gym, 1371- 103rd Street at 6:30 p.m. (use parking lot doors off 102nd).Youth 8-13 years on Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. (accompanied by adult); ages 14 to Adult all days/times.
SHA Human Resources – Battlefords P. O. Box 39, North Battleford, SK S9A 2X8 Email: hrreception@pnrha.ca Fax: 306-446-6810 For further information regarding employment opportunities within SHA, please refer to the website at www.pnrha.ca SHA appreciates all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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2nd Wednesday of the Month
Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Meeting at the Wildlife Federation Building at 7:00 p.m. New members welcome. No meetings during July and August.
2nd Wednesday of the Month
The Alzheimers Support Group is held at the Caleb Village every month except July and August. Phone 306-937-7232 for information.
3rd Wednesday of the Month
Cancer Survivor Support Group at the Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street at 7:00 p.m. It is a self help group for people with Cancer and their family and friends. For further information call Pat Gotto at 306-445-5891. All are welcome.
3rd Wednesday of the Month
Battlefords NorthWest Historical Society Meeting at the Lions Club House, 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. Phone 306445-3480 for more information.
Thursdays
Peer To Peer Support Group meets Thursday mornings at The Mental Heal Association, 1602- 103 Street, North Battleford at 9:30 a.m. A very warm welcoming group.
Thursdays
Regular Bridge at the Pioneer Association at 7:00 p.m. Phone Margaret at 306-445-7615.
Tuesdays
Applicants may forward their resumes for the above noted position in confidence, complete with references, by 23:59 CST December 4, 2018, to the address below. Please note the posting number of the position for which you are applying for.
1st Wednesdays of the Month
The Battlefords Photography Club meets downstairs at the Allan Sapp Gallery from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. For more information please phone Christ at 306-445-3909.
Tuesdays
TOPS -Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meeting from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.at the Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 1291 - 109th Street. For more info phone Mary at 306-441-9232 or Joan at 306-4459968. Everyone welcome.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) – North Battleford is currently recruiting permanent casual Continuing Care Assistants. The Continuing Care Assistant provides personal care and activities of daily living for clients/patients/residents to encourage optimum level of functioning; and supports clients/patients/ residents in meeting their physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual needs.
Radisson TOPS SK5243 meeting at 10:00 a.m. in the Radisson Town Office.
TOPS - Take off Pounds Sensibly Meeting at the Living Faith Chapel, 103rd Street & 14th Avenue entrance.Weigh in from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Meeting 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Irene Lascelle at 306-445-4625.
Continuing Care Assistant
Last Tuesday of the Month
Support group for families, friends and caregivers of persons with mental illness at Canadian Mental Health Association - Battleford Branch (CMHA), 1602 - 103rd St., North Battleford. For more info phone Jane at 306-446-7177.
Tuesdays
Battlefords Art Club meets at the Don Ross Centre Art Room. Call or text 306-441-6453 for more information.
River Heights Lodge North Battleford, SK Posting No.: GO-00551890
All skills levels are welcome and the facilities are accessible. Drop-ins welcome.
Thursdays
1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month
Midwest Food Resources - 1st and 3rdThursday of the month order $10 or $15 fresh food boxes featuring local produce. To order call or text us at 306-446-2684. Pick up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10202 - 11th Avenue between 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Follow us on Facebook.
1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month
Battlefords Cowboy Church at Battleford Legion Hall, 22nd Street Battleford at 7:00 p.m. Open to all religions. Everyone welcome.
1st Friday of the Month
The Rivers Edge Quilt Guild meets at 1:00 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Don Ross Centre from September to May. Beginners and experienced quilters are welcome. For more information please call Leslie at 306-937-7471 or Bonnie at 306-480-7797.
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December: Something for everyone in Unity By Sherri Solomko Correspondent
Before I begin this column, because I missed saying it in the deadline for last week’s column, I want to wish Becky Doig much health and happiness in her retirement. While I may have been as surprised as some others at her write-up in the Nov. 8 issue, I am always happy to learn when people I know are choosing this path by choice and not by health or other dictated matters. I enjoyed working with Becky, al-
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though much of it was cyber communication. She was patient with my many questions and many inquiries. Welcome, Jayne, to the ed-chair and, while we are also already familiar from electronic communication, I look forward to working with the keyboard of this familiarity.
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Details and link to online applications can be found on our website at www.lskysd.ca. All applications must be submitted online.
Last week’s tragic death of a Rosetown firefighter on duty at a highway accident is another reminder to appreciate the work of our own protective services people who answer these emergency calls never knowing what the outcome will be for those involved in the call. Prayers to his family and the community of Rosetown who are mourning his loss. December will include a full calendar of events sure to include something for everyone. The Unity Lions club is now selling their live Christmas trees at Hollyhock’s greenhouse each day as well as will be available Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. The Winter Wonderland events are many and you won’t want to miss this fun downtown activity that so far includes more than 25 different activities, some of which are: snowman/ice sculpture creation contest at Town Square with prizes for best ones; Kin Club Survivor finale at Unity Motor Products, Delta Coop food store has activity, Unity Credit Union once again hosting sleigh rides and hot chocolate, St. Peter’s school is holding a bake sale at Co-op food store, Rise and Grind coffee shop has cake pop decorating, Hollyhocks greenhouse has a kids craft event going on, the Library is giving out free book bags
and bookmarks to visitors, Wildeman’s sports has an ugly sweater contest, Prairie Branches is hosting a bake sale and hot chocolate event, UCHS students are bell ringing for charity and handing out candy grams, and Unity Asian foods is giving out free food samples as a thank you to the community for their support this year. Watch for Gary Scott cruising around town in that fantastic Christmas truck; it is a delight for young and old alike. Here is a “things to do list” in Unity: Adopt A Grandparent in our local Long Term Care for Christmas this year. Donations are only $20 each and each senior will be getting a special gift. Organizers are looking for 32 donations, with their children helping delivering the gifts with Santa. Contact Audra Lynn Nelson for details. Dec. 1, the last Christmas “Mall in the Hall” event takes place at the Anglican Church Hall from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with plenty of unique shopping opportunities. Dec. 1, the annual Chamber-sponsored Santa Day takes place at 2nd Avenue Theatre, with this sponsorship allowing free admission to either a morning or afternoon movie, along with a treat bag pictures with Santa. Show times are 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Dec. 2, the annual “Christmas Service of Remembrance” takes place at St. Peter’s church to help heal and comfort all those who lost loved ones this past year. Musical prelude begins at 1:30 and service is at 2 p.m. Dec. 6, the annual, much anticipated “Winter Wonderland” community
Christmas kick off festivities takes place in downtown Unity. Dec. 7, Christmas Sale at Unity Heritage Museum. Dec. 8, Christmas Crafting with She-Cuts Vinyls at the Adanac Hall, must pre-register by contacting Sheena Weber. Dec. 9 is the annual Wildlife Scoring Night at the Agroplex. Coming up in two short weeks are the UCHS drama productions Dec. 12 and 13. Dec. 16, Unity Community Carol Festival at UCHS gym with a 2 p.m. start time. Dec. 17 is Secret Santa volunteer hamper assembly with deliveries to follow at St. Peter’s Hall starting at 7 p.m. Dec. 20, nomination deadline for Unity Sports Wall of Fame With consecutive weekends of volleyball playoffs in the works I wasn’t able to get results from Nov. 10 weekend in the Nov. 22nd issue. The senior girls won their conference and placed at Regionals to advance to Provincials however their provincial run, even though it took them to playoffs, did not earn them a medal, but a fabulous season nonetheless. The Senior boys won their conference and travelled all the way to LaLoche for their Regionals and, boy, did they make it exciting. However once down to the final four, they were unsuccessful in earning a provincial berth. Congratulations to these teams for an exciting season and farewell to those Grade 12 players who were fan favorites throughout their high school play. At UCHS, they head into the Warrior sports season of curling and basketball. UCHS drama are
getting more excited to showcase these well rehearsed productions coming up mid-December. At UPS, Ms. Poppleton has started assembling her Christmas choir to perform at the school’s annual concert as well as potential participation in the community’s Carol Festival. At St. Peter’s School, Mrs. Keller is also busy preparing all the musical talent in St. Peter’s both with the band and choirs. Unity Curling club is ready to rock their Ugly Christmas sweaters this December, and judging from past year’s displays those taking part at the UCC this season are in for some entertainment. UCC are already welcoming teams to enter their annual Boxing Day fun spiel on Dec. 26. With 18 cards left in the deck, the accumulated jackpot for the Lions club weekly “Chase the Ace” fundraiser has now grown in excess of $17,000. The crowds at the Legion hall grow bigger each Wednesday for this weekly event and as the jackpot continues to grow it entices more people to come and try their luck while additionally growing the Lions share (no pun intended) of the jackpot. The club has earmarked proceeds for several community groups and projects such as Unity minor ball, Unity minor hockey and the pathway project. Coffee row folks are just as excited as everyone else about all that is on tap for December in our community. 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…
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Speers/Hafford Legion observes Remembrance Day Submitted One hundred years ago on Nov. 11, 1918, in Ferdinand Foch’s railway carriage in the Forest of Compiegne, north of Paris, France, an Armistice was observed at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. The First World War was a global war originating in Europe – the war to end all wars. More than 600,000 Canadians fought in the First World War. Over 60,000 gave their lives and over 170,000 were wounded. This was “Canada’s War of Recognition and Independence.” At Vimy Ridge, north and east of Arras, France, from April 9 to 12, 1917, over 140,000 Canadians fought where 3,598 men were killed and 7,004 were wounded. The Royal Canadian Legion Speers/Hafford Branch 116 held their Remembrance Day Service at the Hafford Communiplex. Close to 200 people gathered to honour all the men and women who fought in all the past wars and to honour those who are still involved in conflicts around the world today. The colours, carried by Army and Air Cadets along with Legion members and dignitaries were marched
in by Peter Kingsmill, who also recited To Our Heroic Dead. Glen Clark from the Gospel Fellowship Church gave the Invocation and Scripture reading. The Lord’s Prayer was sung by the Speers United Church Choir. A video, Tribute to Our Veterans, was played. This video honours all those from Speers and Hafford area who gave up their lives so that we may live free. Peter Derbawka read the letter from the Premier of Saskatchewan, Scott Moe. The poem by John McCrea, In Flanders Fields, was read by Tiana LaFreniere. Esther Tkachuk and Christine Gonda laid a wreath representing all mothers; Alan Tanchak laid a wreath for the Saskatchewan Government; Shannon Langley laid a wreath for the Royal Canadian Legion; and Cst. Mike MacFarlane laid a wreath for the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. A total of 57 wreaths or crosses were laid for businesses and individuals. The trio of Jenna Gall, Michelle Gall and Kendra LaFreniere sang a song titled Supermarket Flowers. The service closed with the singing of God Save the Queen and the marching out of the colours, Legion
Ready to march in the colours, Cst Mike MacFarlane, Air Cadet Sgt. Sara Payau, Legion member Rollie Pelletier, Air Cadet F-Lt. Cheney Legacy, Army Cadet Lance Cpl. Kayden Johnston and Army Cadet Sgt. Ross Brogden. Photos submitted
Tiana LaFreniere reading the poem In Flanders Fields by John McCrea.
Michelle and Jenna Gall and Kendra LaFreniere singing Supermarket Flowers.
members and dignitaries. After the service, lunch was served by the Hafford Recreation Board. Thank you to all who attended the service, to the recreation board for the lunch and to the members of the Remembrance Day Committee who organized
the service. A special thank you to all the men and women who served in the past wars and those who are still serving in wars around the world today. This story has been reprinted to correct a number of typographical errors.
Cst. Mike MacFarlane and Arthur (Woody) Lacey stand behind the display of the statue There But Not There commemorating the fighting at Vimy Ridge. Woody’s father, Arthur G. Lacey, was a Vimy Ridge veteran.
Lions, ski club donate to Turtleford helicopter pad Submitted by the Saskatchewan Health Authority Two local and area community groups have
fulfilled their commitments toward development of a helicopter landing area next to the Riverside Health Complex in Turtl-
eford. The Turtleford and District Lions Club and Riverside Ski Hill contributed a combined total of $31,800
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toward the landing pad conveniently located next to the health care facility that serves patients and residents of Turtleford and area. The $10,200 contribution from the Lions Club and $21,600 contribution from the Ski Hill cover the
cost of the landing mats that form the surface upon which helicopter air ambulances will land. The landing pad will be used by STARS air ambulance for critical emergency transport of patients to tertiary hospitals. STARS
has begun using the landing pad for critical patient transports. An official event is being planned to mark completion of the project and recognize the tremendous community support in bringing the landing site to reality.
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Attending the presentation of cheques going toward the development of a helicopter landing area in Turtleford on behalf of the Turtleford and District Lions Club and Riverside Ski Hill were (back row left to right): Red Pearce, treasurer of the Lions Club; Saskatchewan Health Authority Executive Director of Primary Health Northwest Vikki Smart; SHA ED of Continuing Care NW Neal Sylvestre, ED of Primary Health NW Richard Petit; Facility Manager of Riverside Health Complex Lisa McGillivray; and SHA Director of Emergency Services Chris Thiele. Joining in the presentation (front row) are Glen Simkins, first vice president of the Lions Club; and Henry Woof and Walter Heggstrom of the Riverside Ski Hill.
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Maymont UofS student awarded Agribition scholarship Staff
Kathryn (Katie) Serhienko of Maymont has been awarded a postsecondary scholarship from the Canadian Western
Agribition. Serhienko is from a purebred Charolais operation and has participated at CWA for the last 15 years. She has her agribusiness diploma from Lakeland
College and is currently studying at the University of Saskatchewan to obtain her agribusiness degree. After school she hopes to work in the agriculture lending field.
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Every year, CWA awards post-secondary scholarships to future leaders connected to the show. The CWA Scholarship was formed 25 years ago. Since then $216,000 has been awarded from three scholarships. Canadian Western Agribition Scholarship
awards $2,500 to students with a history of involvement in CWA as exhibitors,
volunteers, or competitors pursuing post-secondary education.
Advent Season Services at Third Avenue United Church
Dec. 2 - 10:30 a.m.
“Hanging of the Greens” with special guests, the Community Youth Choir
Dec. 9 - 10:30 a.m.
“White Gift Sunday” bring non-perishable food, warm clothing, and/or toys
Dec. 16 - 10:30 a.m.
Dec. 23 10:30 a.m. “Lessons and Carols”
Dec. 24 7:00 p.m.
“Christmas Eve Service”
“Christmas Presence” by Pepper Choplin is a musical telling of the Christmas story using beautiful original melodies and thoughful texts, paired with and inspired by favourite carols of old, in a unique and creative way.
The ice-covered Turtle River still flowing through the culvert causes eccentric sculptures.
THE BATTLEFORDS To Volunteer Contact Bill 306-481-3881/306-445-8730 David 306-937-5005
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Third Avenue UNITED CHURCH
1301- 102nd Street, North Battleford
Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice. Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.
ANGLICAN PARISH
TerriTorial Drive alliance church
SUNDAY SERVICES Rev. Trevor Malyon
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
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
Battlefords Grace Community Church
1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK
306-445-5901
Pastor: Bill Hall
191 - 24th Street W., Battleford, Sk. 306-937-7575
SUNDAY 10:30 a.m.
WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday
Everyone Welcome
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Living Water Ministry
Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford
Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385
SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Mission Partners)
Church Phone 306-445-4181
Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)
(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4 306-446-1695
PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do
DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted WEEKEND MASS TIMES: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays -9:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m.
All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish
ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S
DIVINE LITURGY Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath
902 - 108th Street, North Battleford
Contact: Fr. Ivan Derkach 306-937-3767 or 306-317-8138
Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK
306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley
SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.
Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171
Everyone Welcome www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net
Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay
1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd
Pastor Patrick Carty Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship - 11:00 am
11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK
Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.
1231 - 104th Street North Battleford Phone 306-445-7777 www.emmanuelfellowship.ca
DELMAS - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath SUNDAY MASS - 9:00 a.m.
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Phone 306-937-7340
Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada Phone: 306-445-4338
Clergy Person: Rev. Ean Kasper
10:30 a.m.Service
Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4465
“A Community of believers seeking more of God’s presence”
Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church
St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church Box 10, Delmas, SK
Various weekly programs
1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford
Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Fax: 306-445-8895 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca
Pastor James Kwon
Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford
Phone 306-445-9096
Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.
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