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Tuesday, June 21, 2016

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Urban chicken debate comes to N. B’ford

Staff The hottest item at last week’s North Battleford council meeting wasn’t public safety or zoning or underground utilities, or any of the usual topics.

Instead, it was a request to have two egg-laying chickens in the city limits

that ruffled feathers at council.

A North Battleford resident requested permission to keep two laying hens in her backyard.

Her request was to adapt a shed into a chicken coop at her Abbott Avenue location, as well as install

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an enclosed pen.

While there have been animal requests at City Hall in North Battleford before, City Clerk Debbie Wohlberg confirmed there had been nothing before about chickens.

But urban farming, and the desire of some

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city residents to have that sort of activity take place in their own back yards on a limited scale to grow their own food, is an issue city councils and administrations across the country have increasingly had to deal with.

For more turn to Page 3.

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Family Day at the WDM

The Western Development Museum in North Battleford held their annual Family Day Saturday between noon and 4 p.m. There were a number of family-oriented activities on the grounds, including games, bouncy castles, balloons, rides and the ever-popular dog demonstrations where dogs would show their abilities to jump through hoops and run through tunnels. Photos by John Cairns

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Urban chicken request ruffles feathers

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The hottest issue at North Battleford council June 13 wasn’t public safety, or zoning, or underground utilities, or any of the usual topics.

Instead, it was a request to have two egg-laying chickens in the city limits that ruffled feathers.

It was probably inevitable a lengthy debate on the issue would come to North Battleford council eventually.

Urban farming, and the desire of some city residents to have that sort of activity take place in their own back yards on a limited scale, is an issue city councils and administrations across the country have increasingly had to deal with.

In this instance, the City of North Battleford had received correspondence from Terra Karp of North Battleford, who requested permission to keep two laying hens in her backyard.

Her request was to be able to adapt a small shed into a chicken coop at her Abbott Avenue location, as well as an enclosed pen.

She pledged to provide signatures from neighbours stating their acknowledgement and agreement to letting this proposal proceed.

However, no neighbourhood response to the letter was provided as part of the application.

While there have been animal requests at City Hall in North Battleford before, City Clerk Debbie Wohlberg confirmed there had been nothing before about chickens.

City administration made it clear they were less than thrilled with the idea

of having chickens in a residential area of the city.

“There’s no other (Saskatchewan) cities that permit chickens inside the built-up areas of the city limits,” said City Manager Jim Puffalt.

But complicating matters is the Animal Control Bylaw provision on the subject, which, technically, allows urban hens in North Battleford.

“Our Animal Control Bylaw, which is something of an anomaly, allows that to happen within the city with council’s approval, and this is for domestic animals,” said Puffalt.

The provision in the bylaw states: “No person shall keep possess or harbour any cattle, horses, chickens, pigs, hogs, asses, turkeys, mules, sheep or goats (all of which are hereinafter referred to as domestic animals), in any part of the city without first obtaining the written permission of council. Penalties for breach of this bylaw are $50 per animal.”

It is unclear why this provision is still included in North Battleford’s legislation while other Saskatchewan cities no longer allow it.

The city manager believed the only reason it is still in the bylaw is because there are still a number of pony pastures and areas within the city limits that are not built up at all. “ “There may be acreage this could be suitable on,” Puffalt said.

However, he made clear he did not believe domestic animals should be kept in the inner city, citing the potential smell, noise and manure generated.

Puffalt pointed to his

own experience, having grown up on a farm. He noted these animals was labour intensive and there are 30 pages of specifications and standards for the humane treatment of chickens and egg-laying hens alone.

“Just know, growing up on a farm, it is not the most pleasant thing in the world to have those types of animals inside the city limits,” Puffalt said.

“There’s noise, there’s smell, there’s all sorts of things that come along with them.”

He suggested council could still leave in place the possibility of applying to council for the non-builtup areas of the city.

But for those built-up areas, administration recommended amending the Animal Control Act to remove the provision, and turning down the application for keeping the two hens.

Discussion that followed on the issue was wide ranging. There was some sentiment expressed for allowing chickens within the city limits if neighbouring residents had no problems with it.

Councillor Ryan Bater was open to that idea if the surrounding neighbours were all OK with it, as long as the City licensed it.

Councillor Cathy Richardson had a similar reaction, noting some larger centres are allowing it outside Saskatchewan, pointing to a pilot project in Edmonton.

What Richardson was referring to is Edmonton’s Urban Hens Pilot Project.

There, the city has agreed to issue 50 urban hen-keeping licences in an effort to study the potential issues and concerns associated with keeping urban hens.

According to the City of Edmonton website, the pilot is meant to ensure there are appropriate regulations, care and management of urban hens in that city. The results are to be reported in a year’s time.

Other communities have looked at the issue as well.

Just this week, Kamloops council approved urban hens for that city.

While some on North Battleford council were open to the idea of urban chickens, others were even more concerned about other animals.

Councillor Greg Lightfoot worried that having hens in the city might attract pests like coyotes and skunks — animals that “go after chickens and eggs,” said Lightfoot.

In the end, council was

Business incentive policy adopted Staff Reporter

North Battleford is adopting a broad-based tax incentive policy to attract businesses and jobs to the city.

The policy was presented to council June 13 by Jennifer Niesink, director of Business Development, after initial discussion at Executive Committee.

The idea behind it, Niesink told council, is to “encourage investment and expansion” to North Battleford and decrease the number of vacant buildings.

As well, the policy is also being brought in to ensure there is consistency and a formal process to guide administration’s recommendations to council, according to a memo brought to council on the subject.

The policy includes a number of eligibility requirements. To be eligible the business must be a legally incorporated entity involved in one or more of

the following industries: renewable energy, manufacturing (processing or value chain added), oil and gas, mineral processing or agriculture.

Eligibility requirements include being the legal owner of the property, having in place the required financial resources to complete the project, having a viable business plan, creation of new, full-time employment, being licensed to operate in North Battleford and being subject to commercial taxation.

The amount of incentive received is to be based on a combination of jobs created, industry, location and permanency of the project. Specific incentive amounts will be based on a points scale where points are awarded based on, in order of importance: jobs created, annual pay for 10 or more employees, whether there is a new building, salvage of an existing building if a new building is going up and whether a business is new to North Battleford.

Based on that points scale, the tax incentive awarded could be anywhere from zero to five years, maximum.

There is an application process, and Niesink advises anyone who is interested to contact City Hall about it.

Councillor Ryan Bater supported the incentives, and said he liked the idea of having a set policy to attract business to the com-

munity. He pointed to the industries that were specified in the policy.

“All of these industries are export industries,” said Bater. “ It’s all about attracting new dollars into the community, not recycling existing dollars that are being circulated here.

I think that’s very important.”

Council approved the incentive policy unanimously June 13.

issue, particularly when it came to defining what “domestic animals” are, which includes not only concerning chickens but other animals like turkeys, sheep and goats, and finding out what’s being permitted in other areas.

Bater suggested that if this is to be looked into further there has to be a conversation with someone who raises hens “who can speak to the smell and the noise and those kind of issues, because that’s pretty important.”

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left unconvinced by the application. They were unanimous in voting to deny the applicant’s request to keep two hens in her back yard.

But they were divided as to how to proceed. A motion to amend the Animal Control Bylaw provision ended up defeated when there was 3-3 tie on that vote.

Council agreed that administration should research the issue further and get more information.

Puffalt pledged a thorough examination of the

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Trans-Pacific Partnership should go to dustbin As I write this, there are 16 days left for Canadian citizens to express to the federal government their opinions and concerns in regard to the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade pact, which has already been negotiated and is awaiting parliamentary approval. Few Canadians have read the pact; many disprove of it. Maud Barlow and the

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By Becky Doig Editor

The chicken and egg debate has come to North Battleford. Not the debate about which came first, but the contentious issue of urban chickens.

Amateur agriculturalists across the country have been leading a charge to allow chickens to be housed in urban backyards for the purpose of household egg production.

Sounds noble enough on the surface, but I maintain anyone who covets the ability to husband chickens has never had anything to do with the fowl creatures.

Aside from the fact chickens produce tons of chicken doo doo, destroy their own habitat and are often cannibalistic, there is one other issue that tots up a strike against their introduction into an urban setting.

I am likely stereotyping, but I’m probably not too far off the mark in assuming those who desire urban chickens are animal rights supporters. They want their eggs to come from a humanely housed bird who is practically a member of the family.

But here’s a fact they may not have researched. The average life span of a laying hen is about five years, according to one online source. They can live longer, but after three years of age their egg output drops to 65 per cent of peak production. So what does an animal activist do with a hen that is no longer earning her keep? It’s my guess the hen isn’t going to end up in the soup pot. There is considerable mess and bother involved in butchering a chicken. It’s a task I’m betting most animal rights supporters would shy away from.

So then what? Will the chicken owner take the bird to the vet and have her put down? Leave her scratching around in the back yard until she dies of old age? Or will the local animal shelter find itself running a home for superannuated hens?

Council of Canadians have History & studied every sentence in the trade pact. What they Commentary from a say of it is not contaminated by misstatements. Out of the morass of words and terms three objectionable provisions, in my opinion, loom large.

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Box 298, Eatonia, Sk., S0L 0Y0 Phone: (306) 967‐2910 In this pact, as in NAFTA www.speargrassspecialties.com and as proposed in the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (with Europe), corporations will be able to sue governments, from largest to smallest, if the legislation they enact reduces or eliminates corporate profits. Corporate is derived from the Latin word corpus, which means body.

You are a body, I am a body, a corporation is the biggest body of all. Its needs and greed can override any or all of our legitimate concerns. .

It is incomprehensible to me that central governments should enter into treaties that limit their powers to enact legislation that is of innocent benefit to their citizens and the environments in which they live. If the TPP passes in its present form, Canadians will again be consuming dairy products that contain bovine growth hormones.

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This is both a health and environmental threat.

If either the TPP or CETA passes in their present forms the profits of transnational drug companies will glory in greater profits and health care systems and needy individuals will bear the cost.

Yesterday I received a letter from an organization that believes human beings should not kill seals. There were photographs of seal pups. They are appealing but they are not an argument. If the seal population is allowed to proliferate unchecked, the once plentiful population of codfish may never regenerate.

Before transnational corporations began to take over the food industry, people ate the food that was available locally. Life forms preyed on life forms, until, at the top of the food chain, human beings made use of anything necessary for survival. Predation was an essential part of humankind’s genius for survival in harsh environments.

It was a visible process.

The most dangerous predators now are invisible, or else they are made to seem benign by their publicity departments. They don’t really care about seal pups or any other animal unless the caring returns a profit. While environmentalists agonize over dead seal pups, they do not see the vicious predators that live in trade pacts.

Anyone who follows the political scene in the United States should know the next administration, whether Republican or Democrat, will reject the TPP. This will remove the biggest building block in the multi-national partnership. Perhaps, when Justin Trudeau went to Japan, he was making the first steps in a nation-to-nation agreement. Perhaps he already believes the TPP will end up in the dustbin of history. And so it should.

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Art Alley planned, says Downtown N. B’ford

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Downtown North Battleford held its annual meeting Thursday and some big plans for 2016 initiatives were announced.

Executive Director Lisa Kissick announced that an “Art Alley NB 2016” project is coming to the downtown area.

The effort is to be a collaboration between the City of North Battleford and Downtown North Battleford. Kissick said the project stemmed from a Community Safety Growth Course she took with the Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design initiative.

“Part of the completion of the course was to do a project, and our team selected a project called ‘Art Alley NB 2016,’” Kissick said.

The idea is for local artists to be used to revitalize a section of downtown to attract legitimate users to the space.

The first mural location, Kissick announced, would at Moon’s Kitchen location on 100th Street. The intention is to locate murals at other locations as the project progresses.

It is billed as the first mural project of its kind in the city and will take place over the summer months. Other communities, most notably Moose Jaw, have had success with mural projects.

There will be more information about the North Battleford efforts online soon,

tion, rent rates, utilities, quality of life and so on. There is also a space available for listings for properties for lease or sale.

Beautification efforts are also ongoing with the “Clean Team,” two staff members, now out on the streets for the 2016 season.

The Downtown BID also continues to put on a number of events downtown including the Live@ Lunch series, the Fall Festival and Car Show, the Winter Festival and the International Street Performer Festival, which recently was named the 2015 Community Event of the Year.

That was some of the information Lisa Kissick (left), executive director of Downtown North Battleford, reported on that came from the meeting. some 2016 initiatives of the organization as part of their annual meeting ThursThere was also a panel discussion day night, held at their downtown offices on 100th Street. Photo by John Cairns among a number of local businesses and a question and answer session. new businesses have located downtown including an Art Alley Facebook page.

One item that was raised was about This is not the only major project on including chiropractic offices, a dental tax incentives to attract more businesses the way for the downtown, but for now office, a women’s clothing boutique, downtown.

Kissick is keeping the other news under two hair salons, a new restaurant and People asked if the new tax incena hearing centre. To continue to attract tive policy passed at a June 13 council wraps.

Another major item is the City’s de- business downtown, Downtown North meeting would help the downtown, but velopment of a downtown master plan. Battleford has also launched a new Councillor Greg Lightfoot explained That work has been ongoing for some online investment portfolio website at those particular incentives were really time, but is now close to a conclusion https://townfolio.co/sk/north-battleford- more likely to be attractive to export and, according to Kissick, it will be re- bid/overview. industries that could set up in the indusIt includes a variety of information trial area. leased next month.

The focus of the Downtown North for potential investors or entrepreneurs However, Lightfoot added “don’t be Battleford board in 2016 will include looking to set up a business in the down- surprised” if a targeted incentive promore investment in attracting business- town, including information on demo- gram is brought in for the downtown es to fill of vacant spaces. A number of graphics, the labour force, transporta- later this year.

City applying for grant to aid facility upgrades

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

North Battleford’s Department of Leisure Services intends to try again to get a grant from the federal government for upgrades at a number of facilities.

Director of Leisure Services Bill Samborski outlined the plans to seek funding from the federal government for Civic Centre and other upgrades under the Canada 150 program at a June 13 council meeting.

Canada 150 is the federal government’s match-

ing-grant program in celebration of Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017.

It was introduced in 2015 and supports projects up to a maximum of $500,000.00 in matched funding, with strong preference given to meaningful upgrades to existing cultural and community facilities that would provide long-term benefit to the community.

Arena rehabilitation was identified as one qualifying component and the City applied for funding to support upgrades to the Civic Centre.

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But Samborski noted the city was not successful in getting the grant. What left a sour taste, he admitted at council, was the City was never able to get a satisfactory answer as to why they were turned down.

Samborski said after numerous attempts to determine why the City was declined were made, the City received no answer other than “the criteria is on the website.” He noted some other communities got decent feedback for why they were turned down, but others got similar answers.

However, a couple of

nous communities, according to Samborski.

The intention from Leisure Services would be to seek funding for capital projects identified for the 2017 and 2018 budget years in North Battleford.

The vast majority are projects under the Honeywell energy-efficiency initiative aimed at reducing costs through energy conservation.

The projects being contemplated include numerous lighting, boiler and other upgrades at several facilities, including the Civic Centre, Don Ross

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The grand total, based on Honeywell estimates, comes to $2,387,000. If successful, the federal government contribution would be $500,000.

The legacy of the funding, as Samborski sees it, would be better quality products, better ice control, maintaining user fees and also increasing the usability and lifespan of the buildings.

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Getting crushed at SaskTel Centre Crush on Garth makes it all worthwhile

I’ve been to the Grey Cup in Regina. That was back in 1995. My sister and I parked at a mall on the north end of the city and made our way to Taylor Field on one of the school buses that had been pressed into service to move the hoards to the stadium.

It was an orderly process and at no time did my inherent itchiness when among teeming humanity take over my enjoyment of the event. Likewise a later visit to Vancouver to take in Grey Cup Week festivities resulted in little unwanted jostling from other attendees.

Fast forward to Saturday, June 11. My daughter had surprised me a week or so earlier with the news she, along with a friend, was taking me to see Garth Brooks at SaskTel Centre in Saskatoon. Her friend’s mother was also taking in the show.

I’m not certain if my daughter is really a Garth Brooks fan, but she did point out she grew up listening to his music. I’m the fan, and have been since early in the man’s career.

Her friend is a true secondgeneration fan of his music and warned us she was going to shed tears more than once, and she didn’t disappoint. That Summer had her tearing up early on in the show.

We attended the second show of the day, and dutifully trooped to the downtown bus mall from where we were staying on Avenue

by Becky Doig D and caught a bus in plenty of time to make it to the 10:30 p.m. show. The bus passengers were in sharp contrast to a bus heading to Mosaic Stadium on game day. Those buses tend to be jammed with boisterous women of a certain age sporting all kinds of green and white bling.

In this case I was the sole obvious Rider supporter in the crowd, as I had dutifully chosen to wear my Rider jersey. It was game day. The bus riders were also rather low key, holding quiet conversations or merely gazing out the windows.

The diversity of those heading to the concert was also apparent. My husband quipped the arena would be filled with grey-haired women. That wasn’t the case at all. The stadium was, in fact, filled with enthusiastic fans of all ages.

The bus dropped us off about six blocks from SaskTel Centre and as we

made our way to the stadium we got our first taste of what was to come. There were literally tides of people making their way towards the building. We chose a lineup at random and waited as the concert’s 10:30 p.m. start time came and went. As we stood in the rain it became apparent ours was the only line that was not moving.

After some hemming and hawing we made the decision to leave the queue in favour of one that was actually moving people into the centre.

Wham! Wall-to-wall humanity was what we encountered next and it all seemed to be moving toward us as we tried to progress way, way over there to section H. It seemed an impossible task, but I tucked myself in behind my daughter and took the advice of the big cowboy behind me. “Turn sideways and shuffle,” he said, and his advice

Garth Brooks on stage at SaskTel Centre from the vantage point of a fan with a seat much closer to the stage than the one I was in. Photo submitted by Sharon Olmelchenko

It was an extravaganza of light and sound as Garth Brooks’ considerable personality hit the stage at SaskTel Centre June 11.

seemed to be working.

My daughter and I are tall people, so I was able to keep her in sight, but her more diminutive friend and her mom were soon swallowed up in the masses.

Once we got past the drinks and merchandise outlets the crowd thinned out noticeably and we were reunited with our friends and tucked into our seats just as Garth Brooks hit the stage. It was 11:30 p.m. I think most of the concert goers were able to get to their seats before the show started, but I think it is fair comment that SaskTel Centre does not handle a capacity crowd of 15,000 well.

As my daughter was arranging this adventure, she worried I wouldn’t be able to stay awake for a 10:30 show, but here it was, an hour late getting going, and, believe me, I was wide awake!

To say the acoustics at SaskTel Centre aren’t great is an understatement, but I can’t hold them responsible for the fact I wear hearing aids. They tend to amplify everything, including bass, steel guitar and fiddles, so for much of the show I wasn’t actually able to hear Garth’s voice.

I didn’t let that interfere with my enjoyment, however, as I know most of his songs by heart.

And the show was a complete hoot. I have a VCR tape of the concert Brooks performed in New

York City’s Central Park in 1997, almost 20 years ago. Back in the days when I was able to soak in my Jacuzzi tub to escape my life, it was favourite background music to my retreat.

The man’s energy level then was inspiring and after seeing him put forth for the second time in one day that Saturday evening and early Sunday morning, I’m still inspired. He was as energetic as if he’d just arisen from the breakfast table to start the day. And the crowd loved it. They danced and sang along and responded to his frequent interaction with the audience.

There was no warm-up act, and even though he was soaked with perspiration just a few minutes into the show, he took only one brief break from the stage during the entire performance that didn’t end until 2 a.m. The obligatory encore was my favourite part of the evening. For the most part the halfhour segment featured just Brooks and his guitar and for the first time I was able to clearly hear his voice.

And he saved The Dance for the encore, just for me. I got the shivers, but I didn’t cry. My daughter’s pal did.

The band was flawless, Trisha Yearwood’s contributions were superbly performed and the lights and other effects were entertaining. The performance is an experience I shared

with my daughter that I will always cherish, but what came next was somewhat hair-raising.

After two standing ovations the show was over.

My daughter turns 30 this summer and we haven’t held hands for a long time, but I was hanging on tight as we joined the teeming masses to exit the stadium.

We were pulled along by the crowd and quickly lost track of two other members of our group. Cellphones are wonderful things and we were all soon reunited.

We walked the six blocks back to where our bus was waiting, crammed to the gills this time so we rode standing up. Five minutes after boarding the bus was on its way heading down Warman Road into downtown. I was still wide-awake, but one young guy hanging by a strap yawned all the way.

I felt rather smug that I’d held up better than someone 30 years my junior.

We were back at our lodgings in about half an hour, walking through downtown Saskatoon in the dead of night. But it wasn’t quiet, as nightclub attendees were milling in the streets, some of them not all that steady on their feet.

So, I did it! I swallowed my aversion to crowds, turned the evening into an adventure and experienced a memorable concert by one of my favourite artists.

It was a successful foray into the “unknown.”

Ants do have a good side

By Erl Svendsen

Ants are synonymous with picnics and pants.

And for some, that list also includes their yard, where they may have invaded the lawn, garden and patio, driveway and sidewalk.

Despite their reputation, ants have a good side.

Their tunneling improves soil aeration and improves drainage. While they may be small, because of their sheer number, they turn over more soil than earthworms. Ants are attracted not only to sweets, they also consume proteins and attack other insects.

But when their numbers are out of control, they become a nuisance. In the lawn, there’ll be raised mounds with sparse to no grass growth. In patios and sidewalks, you’ll see small mounds of sand or fine soil along cracks. Ants also create trails to and from sugary food sources (nectar, aphid colonies).

To fight them, it is best to follow the advice of Sun

Tzu, legendary Chinese philosopher, warrior and military strategist: “Know thyself, know thy enemy, a thousand battles, a thousand victories.”

There are nearly 90 ant species in Saskatchewan.

The ones found in your lawn, garden and paved areas are likely to be small and black to reddish brown. They prefer dry locations and generally tunnel in loose soil or sand.

Like their close relatives, wasps, they are social insects and form colonies with a queen and several thousand workers. When looking to control, concentrate on the nest itself and their trails.

Since ants do provide some beneficial services, encouraging them to move is your first and easiest

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Sasktel Pioneers support Giving Book Story Project Staff Connaught School Grade 3 student, Kaydence Stanley was chosen

by Sasktel Pioneers to pay it forward as part of their Giving Book Story Project.

The Grade 3 class wrote stories about a time when someone was kind and giving toward them or they were to others. From these submissions Kaydence’s touching story was chosen enabling her to be a giver as well.

The Sasktel Pioneers awarded Kaydence with a plaque as a memory of her efforts and $250 to give to a charity of her choice.

Kaydence chose the Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan.

Sasktel Pioneers continued their generosity by giving an additional donation of $1,000 to support Children’s Hospital Foundation of Saskatchewan as well as $500 to Connaught School for literacy programs.

tactic. A combination of repeatedly raking their mound (regular disturbance) and irrigating more frequently (making them uncomfortable) may do the trick. If they don’t take the hint, bring in the reinforcements: plants flowers, shrubs and trees to attract birds (who will thank you for the free meal). Ramping up to the next level, pour boiling water over the nest.

This will kill hundreds to thousands of workers and if the water penetrates deeply enough, it may get the queen as well. If nothing else, it may encourage them to move elsewhere.

Be aware that boiling water will also kill your lawn.

For stubborn situations, you may have to bring in bigger guns – registered pesticides. Read the label carefully and follow all instructions to the letter to protect yourself, your children and pets.

Start with diatomaceous earth (silicone dioxide), the least toxic option. It is composed of microscope diatoms – fossilized hard-

shelled algae. It is a registered pesticide but is not toxic to animals. Instead, it is an abrasive powder and when ants come in contact, it scratches their exoskeleton and they literally dry up. Often, the diatomaceous earth product contains an attractant to encourage ants to check it out. Apply over the nest or where ants congregate. Because it is such a fine powder, wear a facemask to avoid breathing it in. It is otherwise safe for children and pets once applied.

Many registered ant pesticides contain borax (liquid, gel, powder), usually combined with an attractant into a bait, which ants pick up and take back to the nest and eventually to feed to their queen. This is your ultimate goal: kill the queen and you kill the colony. Borax is toxic to you, your children, pets, other animals and plants.

Most labels promise that the nest will be killed within seven days.

Products containing pyrethrins are usually considered relatively safe since they are derived from plants, are biodegradable and have low human toxicity. Its insecticidal and insect repellent properties have been known for centuries. Pyrethroids, synthetic pyrethrin (usually as d-trans allethrin), have similar properties but may accumulate in the environment. Pyrethrin (not pyrethroid) is considered an organic pesticide when not combined with piperonyl butoxide.

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While less damaging to plants, they are toxic to animals (including your precious children and pets).

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National Aboriginal Day, June 21, is an official day of celebration that recognizes and honours the valuable contributions to Canadian society by Canada’s First Nation, Inuit and Métis peoples.

In 1982 the Assembly of First Nations first suggested establishing “National Aboriginal Solidarity Day”

as a day of recognition.

In 1995, The Sacred Assembly of Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal spiritual leaders encouraged the federal government to establish National First Peoples Day as a day of unity and acknowledgement. This led to the proclamation of National Aboriginal Day on June 13, 1996 by the Governor General. Later that month the first National Aboriginal Day was celebrated June 21.

National Aboriginal Day is the same day as the summer solstice (the longest day of the year) and was chosen for its important symbolism to many aboriginal people.

Across Canada the day is marked by ceremonies and celebrations that highlight cultural performers and activities, displays of arts and crafts, and events that recognize the contributions by aboriginal people In 2007 a committee was

developed in the Battlefords with representatives from several local First Nation organizations to honour and celebrate National Aboriginal Day. This committee then scheduled a week-long celebration with different events hosted each day of the week.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Center, then BTC Indian Health Services, kick started the week by hosting the first (now annu-

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Guests had the opportunity to sample traditional foods served in a contemporary fashion, such as bison sausages and saskatoon berry pancakes.

Guests also witnessed, some for the first time, a First Nation powwow cultural celebration with a grand entry, dancers, hoop dancers and drummers.

Local aboriginal talent

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We have continued to host the pancake breakfast with the exception of 2010.

The breakfast was moved indoors to the Agrivilla at the exhibition grounds in 2012 due to rain. This remains our contingency plan for poor weather.

Last year attendance was more than 1,500 people exceeded predictions but everyone was served a delicious breakfast.

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Speed of traffic on 95th Street dangerous: councillors

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

An increasing problem with speeding on 95th Street from 19th Avenue through Territorial Drive has come to the attention of North Battleford council.

Councillor Don Buglas raised the issue at a June 13 meeting, saying a number of citizens on that street have expressed concern about the speed of traffic in that area.

They expressed a desire to meet with administration and perhaps with some Community Safety Officers to find a solution.

“There’s quite a few newer families to that area with younger children,” Buglas said. “They’re having a fair amount of concern about it.”

Mayor Ian Hamilton also noted he’s had calls from people in that area, but those were mainly about 19th Avenue going east to west.

Councillor Ryan Bater noted 98th Street, Douglas Avenue and St. Laurent Avenue were bad for speeding as well.

Bater asked if there were other options, such as a raised curb that could get the cars to slow down.

Mayor Hamilton noted he had attended a meeting in Saskatoon last week in which traffic issues were discussed, and one possibility that came up there was to put in chicanes at crosswalks to reduce the width of the street. Apparently that had met with some success in reducing speeds, Hamilton said.

The plan is to set up a meeting between the concerned residents and administration to see what can be done about the speeding issues in that area.

Matching provincial funds for airport runway project

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

North Battleford’s airport has been awarded $275,000 from the province’s Community Airport Partnership program.

The funding is for runway rehabilitation at Cameron McIntosh Airport in 2016.

The City of North Battleford will pick up the tab for the other $275,000 for the project. The Community Airport Partnership program is cost-shared with municipalities on a 50-50 split basis.

The runway restoration is part of a long-term runway rehabilitation project at the airport over a span of four years, at a cost estimated at $2,073,000.

About a quarter of the work is to happen this year with the rest taking place over the next three years.

provides great service for air ambulance — STARS — all those types of things.

So it’s important that the Province and the City work together to keep these types of facilities available for use.”

Puffalt indicated the tender for the work for 2016 should go out shortly and should be done by the fall, as part of the City’s asphalt program.

The North Battleford airport received the largest amount of funding under the CAP program this year. Overall, CAP will be investing $700,000 to projects at 12 airports across Saskatchewan.

Another airport in the region receiving funding under the program is Unity, which is getting $15,000 for crack sealing.

Biggar airport is also getting $48,756 for paving apron and taxi areas,

while Kindersley is getting $9,259 for asphalt preservation and to repair runway access.

Other than North Battleford, the airport in Swift Current received the largest funding — $68,000 for asphalt overlays, slurry seals and crack sealing.

Yorkton also received $61,961 for crack sealing, wildlife fencing and runway/taxiway line markings.

“We are pleased to partner with communities across the province in improving their airport infrastructure,” said Highways and Infrastructure Minister Nancy Heppner in a statement.

“Community airports provide an important service, supporting tourism, agriculture, health care delivery and law enforcement.”

curity Agency, who are responding to orders from the federal government.

The risk assessment is being required by the federal government for all Canadian municipalities that discharge waste effluent into fish bearing water bodies — in this case the North Saskatchewan River.

The study would include reviewing all the literature related to wastewater treatment plant effluent, performing data gap analysis, summarizing data, developing an action plan on any deficiencies to be addressed and then prepare a report and submit findings to the Water Security Agency. A request for proposals was sent out and closed May 19 with nine consulting firms

responding.

The reason city officials aren’t thrilled is because the study came as an unwelcome surprise. It was ordered upper levels of government well after the City completed its budget process and set taxes for the year.

The City budget was adopted in December. The risk assessment was ordered in February, according to Director of Operations Stewart Schafer.

In a memo to council, City Manager Jim Puffalt voiced his disgust by stating, “this is another example of changing regulations without consultation that costs municipalities. However, we are left with no choice but to comply.”

Mayor Ian Hamilton concurred with that memo and pledged to “write some letters” to upper levels of government to voice the City’s concern about being given such short notice.

Members of council weren’t happy, either.

Councillor Greg Lightfoot called it “another burden on the taxpayer,” while Councillor Cathy Richardson said it seemed as if the federal government did “not trust the work of the Water Security Agency.”

Nevertheless, the City has awarded the wastewater treatment plant environmental risk assessment study to ARCADIS Canada Inc./ILS Engineering and Land Services for $53,150 plus taxes.

Assessment for treatment plant Staff North Battleford city council is not thrilled about it, but they’re going to go ahead with it.

It was revealed at Monday’s council meeting, the City of North Battleford will be doing a wastewater treatment plant environmental risk assessment, on orders from the Water Se-

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North Battleford council gave the go-ahead in January for the funding application to proceed under the CAP program.

In speaking with reporters last Monday, City Manager Jim Puffalt was pleased with the news of the funding approval.

“It’s a great project, it’s a start of the rehab of the runways,” said Puffalt.

The city manager expressed the belief the importance of the airport to the area was a key factor in getting the funding.

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The midget North Battleford Beavers were looking to continue their strong showing in Saskatchewan Prairie Baseball League action Saturday at Beaver Lions Stadium.

They took on the Regina Mets in a doubleheader.

But the first game turned quickly into a humiliation for the visitors.

“Sad” was the only word to use to describe the Mets’ play in the first three innings as the home Beavers built up a massive 23-0 lead.

It was 13 runs in the first, seven in the second and then three in the third to give the Beavers an insurmountable advantage.

Finally in the fourth inning, a base hit brought home a Regina run to make it 23-1. That would be the final score.

Overall in the game, the Beavers had 20 hits and two errors. The Mets three hits and one error.

Pitcher Brett Benoit went the distance for the easy win.

Andrew Hudec got the call to pitch in the second game against Regina, and it was another dominating performance.

A Joel Revet base hit brought home the first Beavers run in the bottom of the first.

They added a second run, and later Tyler Benoit’s base hit brought home Kolby Heidt from third to make it 3-0.

Later in the inning, with the bases loaded and one out, a sac fly by Hudec brought home a fourth Beavers run from third.

That would be all the scoring through two.

After a base hit by Nicholas Malakoff scored the first Regina run in the top of the third, a double by Heidt added a fifth Beavers run to make it 5-1.

Jared Schmidt’s base hit would later bring home two more Beavers runs to make it 7-1 through three.

The Beavers later added

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Senior Beavers struggling in second half

By Dustin Saracini Sports Reporter

The North Battleford Beavers were looking to get off to a hot start in the second half of the season, but that is easier said than done in the highly competitive NSRBL. Just a week ago, Head Coach Rory Gregoire cited pitching depth and defensive woes as reasons for their decline in the 2016 campaign. This is the problem they were dealt with as they hosted the Macklin Lakers Thursday.

The Lakers rolled into town having outlasted the Edam Blue Sox in a 4-3 game, and were vying for their second straight win against the Beavers. Their offence was their backbone in a 14-8 win, jumping on the starting pitching of

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North Battleford early.

Slugger Kyle Palmer took to the mound to try and right the ship, but was

faced with some adversity, unable to find the strike zone, a problem that has persisted for the Beavers

this year.

Issuing back-to-back walks in the first, Tyler Baier reached on an error before loading the bases for Jason Baier. Palmer continued with his command issues, hitting Baier before giving Darvin Scheidl a free pass. 2-0 Lakers.

Adam Gerling then came up clutch with a two-run single, doubling the Macklin lead to four before the Beavers had an offensive opportunity.

One part of the Beavers game that hasn’t been an issue this year has been the work they have done with their bats. This was evident in the bottom half of the opening frame, tallying three runs to get right back into it. Three straight walks loaded the bases for Brad Eischen, who hit into a fielder's choice, but was

able to put the first run on the board. 4-1. Bryce Gatzke then hit a two-run single to cut the deficit to one after the first.

The bats for the Lakers woke up in the second, hitting back-to-back doubles before a pair of errors and a sacrifice fly from Tyler Tryuba made it 6-3.

Like they did in the first, the Beavers wouldn’t go away quietly, and added three more runs for themselves in the bottom of the second inning. Two walks issued by the Lakers aided the three-run inning, and Rory Gregoire hit a sharp, two-RBI single. It was a whole new ball game after two innings.

The defence couldn’t hold the bats of the Lakers in the third, who continued to get to the North Battleford pitchers. Consecutive

singles from Raegan Feser and Cody Weinkauf set the stage for Tryuba, who came up with a clutch, twoout double, making it 8-6.

North Battleford would add two more the rest of the way, but it wouldn’t be enough as the Lakers singled the Beavers to death in the sixth inning, tallying five runs and running away with the game. Macklin worked four hits and a sac fly in the big inning.

The Beavers then travelled to Unity to face off against a tough Cardinals team, but were on the losing side of a close, 6-5 ball game.

North Battleford is in a little bit of a slump right now, having lost four straight games. They take on the St. Walburg Reds and the Wilkie Brewers this week.

(81, 72=153) and Ryan Hodgins, 13, of Medicine Hat, Alta. (79, 74=153).

“I had solid ball striking and putted well,” said Friedrich. “I four-putted twice and Ryan Hodgins came within two strokes, so it was pretty close. It feels good to finally break through with my first victory on the MJT.” In the 18 and under division, first and second place was won by the pair of Red Deer, Alta. juniors in the MJT Junior Boys division.

The low score overall went to 18-year-old Grant Numrich, who shot 75, 71 (146) to beat Michael Pruss, (73, 74=147) by one stroke.

“It feels great to win.” said Numrich. “To come back after the first day is always satisfying.” Both Pruss and his brother, Allen, were playing their last

event as juniors, and are North Dakota-bound on hockey and golf college scholarships, crediting the MJT with helping develop their game.

Sixteen-year-old Cam Duffin of Red Deer, who ended up in fourth place in his division, made a hole-in-one on number three to win a special Miura Golf Gift certificate.

He said he was wishing it was next weekend at the MJT Ford Series in Spruce Grove where juniors have a chance to win a car, but he was still excited.

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Battleford golfer wins on the big stage

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The non-profit Maple Leaf Junior Golf Tour is Canada’s number-one played junior golf tour. It is the only national junior tour run exclusively by PGA of Canada professionals and the ‘road to college golf’ in Canada.

The MJT hosts more than 60 events across the country, including free “Ford Go Golf” junior clinics, the MJT Mini Tour for seven to 12 year olds, and multi-day events for competitive players, which also qualify juniors for international competitions.

The program offers annual awards, scholarships and frequent player incentives to help reward player's performance and participation throughout each season.

From left to right: Colby Friedrich (Battleford) first place, Thomas Sluka (Canmore, Alta.) second place, Ryan Hodgins (Medicine Hat, Alta.) third place in the MJT bantam division. Photo submitted

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Gold Eagle chef harvests herbs grown

by JP II students Submitted John Paul II students in the Functional Integrated Program have been quietly working on a horticulture project since the middle of March.

They created a growing space on some window sills in one of south facing windows of the school. Passers by may have noticed about 50 plant containers filling the windows.

Teacher Rhea Good contacted the chef at Gold Eagle Casino to inquire which herbs are most often used in the casino kitchens.

Chef Jesse Bosman said they would be happy to use whatever amount of basil, chives, coriander, parsley and thyme the students could grow. This gave the science project a definite purpose.

After months of less than optimal sunshine, the herbs were finally ready to harvest June 10. Bosman came to the school to meet the team of student herb producers and then did a

demonstration on how to cut and store the herbs for use at the restaurant. The restaurant can easily use as much as can be grown locally. It is hoped the greenhouse at JP II will increase In the photo are: front row – staff member Janice Mazurek, Riley Potts, Matthew Zens, chef Jesse Bosman, Tylene Houle; back row – staff member Karen Foulston, Joshua Pogany, Bradley Osecap, Harley Melko and teacher Rhea Good

At left, Chef Jesse Bosman and Matthew Zens. Matthew was the student watering the herbs every day.

At right, Chef Jesse Bosman demonstrates to staff and students how to harvest and to encourage the plant to continue growing.

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Action Now Seniors celebrate birthdays Submitted

Action Now members celebrating birthdays in May and June are: back row – Lucille Shutra, Gwen Cave, Vera Payne; seated – Sharon Dollansky, Ethel Boskill and Marg Piper. Photo submitted

Another enjoyable potluck luncheon was held at Action Now Senior Center.

June 8, approximately 40 people came out to honour the May/June birthday celebrants as seven members received congratulations and best wishes.

Unfortunately there were others who were unable to attend and we ex-

tend our congratulations to them as well. Blessings to Reine Lessard, who celebrated her 99th birthday June 14.

Thanks to Margaret Fedun and helpers for hosting the event and to all who brought food for the meal.

A sincere welcome was extended to the following quests who were invited by some of the members — Bernice Baker, Ruby

Heidel, Nellie Welford, Jean Sadowsky, Francis Michelle and Connie Leask. Hopefully they enjoyed the luncheon and the Kaiser that followed and will join us again in the near future.

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9. Poisonous alkaloid obtained from nightshade 10. Testers 11. Good one 12. “When it’s ___” (old riddle answer) 13. Butts 18. All in 24. Bank claim 26. “It’s no ___!”

28. “Come in!”

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sor 56. Docile

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Name That Logo! contest winners announced Submitted

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce

The Battlefords Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners in its Name That Logo contest.

The contest entry close date was June 3, and since then all of the submitted entries have been evaluated for the accuracy of the business name submitted with each partial logo on the game card.

Of all entries submitted, nearly 30 per cent had parts of the correct names in each of the 30 logo participant game slots. Each of those entries were then reviewed again for the correctness of the name, and to ensure the name was supplied in full, as the rules stipulated. Ultimately, the first and second place winners had the most accurate and correct answers from all of the submitted game

ANSWER TO PUZZLE NO. 757

thorough in the completion of her submission and, in speaking with her, she indicated a real joy in working to find each answer,” Machniak added.

Executive Director Machniak also went on to note “how delighted the Chamber of Commerce is with the number of submitted game cards and the engagement of the community in working to participate in the contest.

The Chamber has become CROSSWORD PUZZLE ANSWERS aware too, that many famiUSE AMERICAN SPELLING lies took on the contest as a group to play the game and participate as a team.

Competitors who submitted entries shared how much fun they had with Above left, Linda Machniak, executive director of the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce congratulates the contest, and how much Name That Logo! first place winner Candace Kopera. Above right, Jean Ham was the second place winner. they enjoyed and revelled Photos submitted in the process with their children.”

An important part of cards. was virtually perfect in its tions. For their efforts, “Ms. Ham’s entry was The first place winner is completeness and accu- the Koperas (Candace and so unique,” said Linda the work of a chamber of Candace Kopera of North racy of the 30 participant her husband Ray) receive Machniak, executive di- commerce is to promote Battleford. Her entry form businesses and organiza- a $1,500 shopping spree, rector of the Battlefords business and generate supwith a minimum $50 gift Chamber of Commerce. port for the local businesscertificate or gift from “She had taken the time es community. This ‘Shop each of the 30 participat- to cut out business adver- the Battlefords’ campaign ing businesses. tisements from the news- - Name That Logo! was The second place win- paper, had investigated a fun way to engage resi$1,598,659.00, excluding ber. They also include a GST, beat out three other roadways component that ner, who receives a cash the ones with no current dents in recognizing the bidders and will cover 11 is not included in the ten- award of $250, is Jean advertising, and mailed in logos and full names of Ham of North Battleford. the resulting ads and her local businesses and orgaprojects for underground der. utilities work that are part According to City En- She too was complete and working lists. She was so nizations. of the 2016 UPAR projects, gineer Bob Anthony, the accurate in supplying the as well as some other proj- tender came in under the business names. There was ects with an underground budget estimate by about only the smallest notation component.

12 per cent. The tender differences in Ham’s entry The projects are to be was awarded unanimously from that of the first place winner. done by the end of Novem- June 13.

DOWN 1. Shy 2. Woodsman’s implement 3. Caribbean, e.g.

4. Registers 5. Close, once 6. Adjust to surroundings 7. Unit of heat 8. Happen 9. Dates

Undergrounds tender awarded

By John Cairns Staff Reporter

City council in North Battleford has awarded a tender for 2016 Capital Works Projects - Underground Utilities - Contract 1 work to Unicon Pipeline Ltd. of North Battleford.

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OBITUARIES MADISON: Terrance: Oct. 25, 1936 – June 8, 2016. It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Terry (Mohat) Madison. He was a kind, generous, giving and forgiving man who dedicated his life to farming and helping others. He will be greatly missed by family and friends alike. He was a legend in his own time. A Celebration Of Life will be announced.

Condolences can be forwarded to mail@battlefordsfuneralservice. com Arrangements are entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200) ___________________________________________________ SMITH: Doreen is lovingly remembered by her son, Kelly (Sheila) Smith and their children, Arlen (Stacey): Elijah and Hunter, Spencer and Brandon; daughter Stacey (Cliff) Marjoram and their children, Samantha (Blair) Jackson: Josh (Lindsey) and Amber, and Quentin (Jami): Julia and Jared; son, Kim (Eugenia) Smith and their children, Sheena and Shane (Lauren); son, Jayson (Della) Smith and their children, Levi and Tyra; sisters, Elsie (Jim) Funk and Lucy (Bud) Bundy; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. On May 25, 2016 sadly Doreen was taken from us and was reunited with Edward.

Memorial Donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street, Regina SK S4P 2R3 or the MS Society of Canada 150 Albert Street, Regina SK S4r 2N2.

FORTIN: It is with great sadness that we share with you the sudden passing of our beloved mother Monique Fortin, on June 4th, 2016 at the age of 50 years. Mom was born May 27th, 1966 in Edmonton, Alberta. She loved spending time with family and friends, but mostly gave all her time to her grandchildren.

She also enjoyed making new friends and had a special way of making everyone feel special to her. She is survived by her loving partner David Whitford; son Leonard Fortin (Lindsay Hagen), daughter Jessica (Michael) Kozlowski and son Shawn Fortin (Michelle Westerlund); grandchildren Ethan Fortin, Cadence Fortin, Ryder Kozlowski, Koda Robertson, and Phenyx Fortin; brothers Doug (Wendy) Reimer, Mark Reimer, David Fortin and Robert Fortin; Aunts Norma St. Onge and Betty Ann (Barrie) Nichol; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral service was held on Sunday, June 12th 2016 from the Chapel of Sallows & McDonald-Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home with Mrs. Joyce Salie officiating. In lieu of flowers, please make charitable donations to the Battleford’s Humane Society, 751-114th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 2M7. The family has entrusted the funeral arrangements to the staff at Sallows & McDonald-Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home.

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HANSON: It is with utmost sadness that the family of RUSSELL FRANCIS HANSON announce his passing on June 9, 2016 at River Heights Lodge, North Battleford, Saskatchewan.

There will be no funeral as per Russ’ wishes – a remembrance day will be held later. He was predeceased by his son Russell William “Bill”; his mom and dad Hans and Clara Hanson; infant brother; brothers Herbert (Myrtle) and Melvin (Marlene); sister-in-law Gwen; his parents-in-law Morris and Elsie Flink; and brother-in-law Bill (Stella). Russ is survived by his wife of 64 years, Jean; son Lloyd Wayne (Lois); brothers Alvin of Yorkton and Walter (Loraine) of Florida; his godchild Carrie Marie Flasch; and numerous nieces and nephews. Russell was born at home in the Castleton School District, approximately 5 miles from Saltcoats, Saskatchewan.

He was born on July 6, 1929, the 4th of 5 sons to Hans and Clara Hanson. He married Jean Flink of Turtleford on May 31, 1952. They had 2 sons, Russell William “Bill” and Lloyd Wayne.

Russ worked for many years for Robin Hood Multifoods as a salesman and then as part owner of Main Street Autobody.

Russ and Jean lived in North Battleford from 1952 – 1988 when they moved to Turtle Lake, then Meota in 1998 and back to North Battleford in 2012. Russ had numerous health problems the last 30 years of his life and they altered his retirement years, which he enjoyed as best he could. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate a donation to River Heights Lodge Westside, 2001 – 99th Street, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 0S3, Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation, 91 Lancaster Road, Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan S6J 1M8 or to a charity of your choice.

Condolences for the family may be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

LEIBEL: It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful and courageous passing of William Leibel ...”Will”...”Willie”. Will passed away on May 12, 2016 at the age of 62 years. He faced his illness with courage, love and great compassion for others facing the same illness, in particular the children. We will miss his infectious smile and the love that came through his eyes with such clarity. He was a lover of nature and loved being immersed in water... be it pond, lake, river, ocean ... or just a dugout. We will miss his strength and his uncompromising ethics, and the way he was able to just say what was on his mind... a kind of innocent and sometimes brutal honesty. He was a gentleman above all and such a gentle spirit housed in a strong and healthy body. He seemed to refuse to age and was yet humble about his capabilities. It was impossible not to love him...once you knew him. I thank him for so much and thank God for his presence in my life. Believe it... he’s still loving us all today. William is lovingly remembered by his partner, Lorie Couture; his son, Travis Leibel; son, Kevin (Danielle) and their three children, Connor Matthew, Danika Marie and Mia Lilliana; brothers and sisters, Norbert (Elsie), Sr. Valentina Leibel SSND, Josine (George) Klemm, Imelda Robertson, Catherine (Elmer) Reschny, Thomas Zerre, Robert Leibel, Elizabeth (Leo) Ferraton, Maynard (Carole) Leibel, Theresa (Ralph) Winterhalt; sisters-in-law, Ellen Leibel, Marie Leibel and Sally Leibel; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents, Valentine and Anastasia Leibel; brothers, Ted Leibel, Steve Leibel and Michael Leibel; brother-in-law, Lynn Robertson; niece, Charlotte Robertson; and nephew, Zachary Semenoff.

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BLAQUIERE ~ Charlie Blaquiere passed away in Edam, Saskatchewan on Monday, May 2, 2016 at the age of 90 years. Charlie leaves to mourn his passing: Wife Annette of 57 years; Son, Henri (Mary Jean) Blaquiere and their children: Beth (Ian) Sabraw, Denis (Megan) Blaquiere, Jeffrey Blaquiere and Chris (Jen) Blaquiere; Son Roger (Lisa) Blaquiere and their kids: Jordan (Brittni) Blaquiere, Ashley (Josh) Rafuse, Amber (Rob) Blaquiere, Joel Blaquiere and Jared Blaquiere; Daughter, Joanne (Dwight) Rubisch and their children Reid and Mason Rubisch; and eight great-grandchildren. Charlie was predeceased by his parents Sever and Henriette Blaquiere, son Denis Blaquiere, brother Bert Blaquiere, nephew Danny Blaquiere, father-in-law Gerard Cote, mother-in-law Marie Anne Cote and sisters-in-law Alice Caouette and Betty Cote. The prayer vigil for Charlie was conducted from the Christ the King Roman Catholic Church, Edam Saskatchewan on Thursday, May 5, 2016 at 7:00 PM. The funeral service for Charlie was held at the Edam Community Center, Edam, Saskatchewan on Friday, May 6, 2016 11:00 AM with Father Peter Paase officiating. The eulogy was given by Charles’s kids. The organist was Darcy deMontarnal. The readings were given by Beth Sabraw, Ashley Rafuse and Amber Blaquiere. The honorary pallbearers were all of his friends and family and the active pallbearers were, Denis Blaquiere, Chris Blaquiere, Joel Blaquiere, Jared Blaquiere, Jeffrey Blaquiere, Jordan Blaquiere, Reid Rubisch and Mason Rubisch. The interment took place at the Edam Catholic Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Lady Minto Senior Center Edam, Saskatchewan. McCaw Funeral Service Ltd., of Lloydminster, Alberta administered the funeral arrangements. The family would like to thank the Edam Community for cards and food and also to the Edam LMHCC. ___________________________________________________ TURNER: It is with great sadness that the family announces the peaceful passing of Bruce Turner on June 4, 2016 in Battleford. He was 89 years of age. Bruce was born on March 4, 1927 at Kindersley, SK and was 1 of 14 children who made up the family of George and Eva Turner. His early years were spent on the farms near Kindersley and later Glaslyn, SK. After leaving the farm he worked for a saw mill in northern Alberta, a pulp mill in Trail, B.C and a smelter in Northern Ontario. In 1953 he married his wife Cathy and began work at Western Grocers in North Battleford where he remained for 38 years. He also worked part time at Motorways Transport.

Bruce enjoyed fishing in the lakes, rivers and streams of northern Saskatchewan. He traveled throughout Canada, the U.S and parts of Europe. He loved spending time with family at the farm near Glaslyn and working in his huge garden. He especially enjoyed precious time with his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Left to cherish Bruce’s memory are his loving wife Cathy of 63 years, sons: Tim (Zdenka), Grant, Bruce and Scott (Donna); grandchildren: Christina, Brandon, Krystal, Amber, Kalee, Nicole, Natalie, Bruce, Norman, Kelsey and Colton and great-grandchildren: Lucas, Hunter, Kobee and Haden, his siblings: Lloyd, Ruby, Gladys and Myrtle. He was predeceased by daughter Geraldine, father George, mother Eva and siblings: Hughie, George, Edna, Peter, Gordon, Vera, Jane, Robert and Harvey. A special thanks to the staff of Battlefords District Care Centre and Dr. Johnson who took such good care of him over the last 3 years of his life. A Celebration Of Life was held on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. from St. Paul’s Anglican Church, North Battleford, Saskatchewan with Officiant Rev. Trevor Malyon. Memorial Donations are requested to Battlefords District Care Centre, Box 69, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. __________________________________________________

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OBITUARIES

IN MEMORIAM

LAING: Marion passed away peacefully with family by her side on June 1, 2016 at St. Paul’s Hospital, Saskatoon. Marion was born in Edam, and grew up in the Vawn district. Marion was the youngest daughter of Jack (Jock) and Annie (Bulbeck) Young.

Marion came to the Laing farm to look after Mrs. George Laing, who had suffered a stroke. Marion’s excellent culinary skills weren’t the only thing that caught Calvin’s eye. A romantic courtship culminating in almost 60 years of marriage resulted.

Marion was a dedicated wife and mother. She and Calvin had four children, James (Ann), Georgina (Ron), Ian, and Joseph (Fay). Marion was happy to spend her life caring for her family and helping out on the farm. There was always homemade bread and a hot meal at the end of the day. She was an avid reader, an interest she passed on to her children, and she could pick out a prize bull with the best of them. She loved her animals, and heaven help anyone who dared mess with her chickens! Marion was known as GrandMern to her grandchildren Nicholas, Mitchell, Kendall, (Georgina & Ron), and Tyrell and Katrina (Joe & Fay). Her grandchildren were her absolute pride and joy. Marion is remembered for many things, but to name a few: always making pie for Calvin, pride in her Scottish heritage, loving fiddle and bagpipe music, saving Arthur the Goose, killing Arthur the Goose, providing countless meals in “Dave the Van” at harvest time, knitting socks throughout the winter, and always being ready with a cup of tea – Red Rose tea, that is! A lot of life got discussed over those cups of tea! Marion is predeceased by her parents and brother William; her sister Euphemia resides in Villa Pascal in North Battleford. A private funeral service was held at St. George’s Anglican Church in Battleford on June 4. A Celebration of Marion’s life with a Come & Go Tea will be held on July 10, 2016 at St. George’s Anglican Hall in Battleford from 2 – 4 p.m. The family thanks the staff at Battleford’s Union Hospital and St. Paul’s Hospital for the compassionate care they provided Marion. Rev. Gordon Yarde for the beautiful and fitting service. Memorial donations can be made to the Arthritis Society or Battleford’s Union Hospital Foundation. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Home, North Battleford. __________________________________________________

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1:00 – 3:00 PM, Muse Room, Western Development Museum North Battleford, Saskatchewan Jean Margaret Bridge, of Saskatoon and formerly of The Battlefords, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2015 at the age of 89 years.

Jean is lovingly remembered by her daughter JoAnne Putko, son-in-law Bill and grandsons Brendan & Andrew of Edmonton, AB; son Tom, daughter-in-law Val and grandchildren, Shyla & Rylan of Saskatoon, SK; son Murray of Summerland, BC; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her husband of 36 years, Bill; her parents, Cuthbert & Ethel, and her four older siblings, Ernie, Norris, Hugh & Helen.

In accordance with her wishes, Jean’s family are hosting a Remembrance Tea to celebrate the life of this special woman who loved many and was loved by many.

Please join us for an informal gathering to share memories of our beloved Mother.

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Memorial donations in honour of Jean may be directed to the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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Thursday, June 16

Battlefords and Area Gender & Sexuality Alliance First Meeting and Candlelight Vigil. Meeting every Thursday at Crandleberry’s at 7:00 p.m. and Vigil at the park beside the North Battleford Library after the meeting. You do not have to attend the meeting to attend the vigil. Candles will be provided. This group is open to everyone.

Tuesdays, June 21, 28 & July 5 & 12

Heart to Heart is a Heart and Stroke Foundation program, working in partnership with Prairie North Health Region to offer cardiac patient and their partners the answers to their questions about heart health.

Patients learn about coping with health programs, making health eating choices, the role of exercise in heart health and how to manage stress at the Primary Health Center from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. To find out more or to register, call Kellie at 306-446-6424 or email kellie.heidel@ pnrha.ca. Please leave a daytime phone number if leaving a message.

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Bocapall Ranch presents with Living Sky Riders Luing Beef Feast. Come for the day/night or camp out all weekend. Live entertainment, games, pony and wagon rides, concession, raffles, licensed event. Tickets available at bocapallranch@gmail.com or 306-490-7196. Located 5 miles east of North Battleford, call, text or email for directions and tickets.

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Topline Dance Club - Leon Ochs at 1352-100th Street, Legion Hall downstairs from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Lunch served, minimum age 19, dress casual. Contact Sharon 306-446-0446, Leela 306-4457240, Jean 306-445-8815.

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Battlefords Art Club - Art Show and Sale at the Lion’s Club House 162-22nd Street, Battleford in conjunction with the Handcraft Festival. July 15 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. July 16 from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact Evelyn Gardiner at 306-937-2633.

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Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is an accredited organization serving the Health needs of the following First Nations: Little Pine, Mosquito, Poundmaker, Sweetgrass, Lucky Man, Moosomin and Red Pheasant.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. is seeking a Permanent Full-Time

Community Health Director

The Community Health Director will, under the guidance and supervision of the Executive Director, provide direction and supervision to community health staff. The Community Health Director is responsible for the overall operation of the Community Health Department, including the Community Nursing program, Environmental Health Program and the Maternal Child Health Program as they support the mission, vision and goals of BRT6HC Inc. The Community Health Director will participate as a member of the Management Team, comprised of all the Program Directors, and meet with the Executive Director on a regular basis to plan, implement and evaluate programs in accordance with the goals and objectives of BRT6HC Inc. Education, Skills and Competencies: • Bachelor of Science in Nursing • Registered or eligible for registration with the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association (SRNA) • Minimum 5 years of experience in community health nursing • Minimum of three years previous experience as a supervisor and/or manager • Previous work experience in First Nations communities and knowledge of health and social issues facing First Nations people is required.

• Demonstrates skills and experience in program planning, evaluation, budgetary expenditures, and ensure reporting requirements of funding agencies are met in a timely and appropriate manner.

• Strong expertise and extensive knowledge of the delivery of community based health services to First Nation communities.

• Excellent leadership, mentoring, organizational, and communication skills • Ability to work in a team environment • Excellent communication skills; written and verbal • Demonstrates respect for and an understanding of the importance of traditional First Nations values and beliefs • Demonstrates sound understanding of and experience in applying Population Health Promotion principles and strategies • Must posses a valid driver’s license.

• Confidentiality is essential.

• Knowledge of Plains Cree language is a definite asset.

BRT6HC offers comprehensive benefits including a matched contribution pension plan, excellent leave accruals beyond legislated requirements and a competitive salary within a 6 step grid. Salary will commensurate with education and experience.

Submit updated resumé, cover letter and 3 professional references by 4:00 p.m. June 24, 2016 to: Human Resources Department Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. Email resumés to: Recruitment@BRT6HC.ca Fax: (306) 937-6767 P.O. Box 1658 North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 3W2 The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work assignments that may be inherent to the job.

BRT6HC wishes to thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc. fosters and promotes a safe work environment.

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required for preventative maintenance, repair & service of heavy equipment fleet.

Journeyman with min. 5 year exp with CAT, JD and heavy trucks. Both camp and shop locations. Service truck and accommodations provided.

Wage negotiable.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc., Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation Inc. Invites you to attend their

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING BUH Basement Boardroom

Thurs., June 23rd, 2016 at 6:30 p.m.

Financial statements and auditor’s report are available at the BUH Foundation Office for any interested person to examine.

RSVP by Wed., June 22, 2016 before 4:30 p.m. by calling 306-446-6652 CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Class 1A TRUCK DRIVER required to haul grain and fertilizer in Saskatchewan and Alberta.

Please apply to Box 401, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y4 with resumé and driver’s abstract.

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A reliable vehicle is a must.

Flexible hours are also a component of news reporting.

Interested candidates should send a resumé and cover letter to: Becky Doig, Editor Battlefords News-Optimist Box 1029, North Battleford, SK S9A 3E6 e-mail: newsoptimist.editor@sasktel.net e-mail inquiries are welcome.

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Tuesday, June 21, 2016 - PAGE 19

The now and the forever of Christian life Making plans and acting on them often involves a consideration of the present, and long-range possibilities. For example, there are things we make that we expect will last for our lifetime or longer.

The Titanic is an example.

Built to withstand any maritime crisis, but it never even completed its maiden voyage.

Then there’s an old expression that something must be done “now or never,” meaning there’s a narrow opportunity to take action. Perhaps it must be done immediately, because there may be no second chance. For instance, if you didn’t see Halley’s comet in 1986, you may not get another opportunity, because it won’t come around again until 2062.

But of course there are other things, particularly in the spiritual realm, that having begun now will continue forever. Becoming a child of God is like that. The Bible says, “God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.”

(Jn. 3:16) “Most assuredly, I [Jesus] say to you, he who believes in Me has everlasting life.” (Jn. 6:47) Words such as everlasting and eternal are used dozens of times in God’s Word. Sometime of

Robert Cottrill, B.A., B.R.E. http://wordwisehymns.com/ www.Wordwise‐Bible‐Studies.com

God Himself (Ps. 90:2), other times, of those who become children (or sons) of God. When we become His children, through faith in the Saviour, we have become “new creations” in Christ (II Cor. 5:17), born again by the Spirit of God into His forever family.

“The gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” (Rom. 6:23) Receiving God’s gift of salvation definitely has “now and ever” dimensions. There are things that are true of us today, and other things we’ve yet to experience. The Apostle John speaks of that. “Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God! Therefore the world does not know us, because it did not know Him. “Beloved, now we are children of God; and it has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him, for

we shall see Him as He is.”

(I Jn. 3:1-2) “Behold!” It’s actually a command. Take a look at the kind of love the Father has lavished on us — so unique, so

strong and full of grace.

And what is the result?

Now, we are “children of God.” It’s not something we hope happens when we get to heaven. It’s a blood relationship (through the cross of Christ) that Christians have with Him now. “As many as received Him [Christ], to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name.”

(Jn. 1:12) “It has not yet been revealed what we shall be, but ... we shall be like Him.” That was the Creator’s plan in the beginning

(Gen. 1:26-27), but sin and the fall intervened, and had to be dealt with. The “ever” or eternal aspect of the believer’s life involves a likeness to Christ in the sense of having glorified resurrection bodies like His, and being finally perfected in moral character as well.

The hymn Behold, What Love! was written by Scotsman Robert Boswell (1746-1804). Later, gospel musician James McGranahan (1840-1907) composed a joyful tune for the text.

Using First John 3:1-3, Mr. Boswell deals in his open-

ing stanzas with the “now” of our Christian experience, and in the latter ones with the “ever” aspect.

“Behold, what love, what boundless love, / The Father hath bestowed / On sinners lost, that we should be / Now called ‘the sons of God!’ / No longer far from Him but now / By ‘precious blood’ made nigh, / Accepted in the ‘well beloved,’ / Near to God’s heart we lie. / What we in glory soon shall be, / It doth not yet appear; / But when our precious Lord we see, / We shall His image bear.”

How firm a foundation Soon after writing my first column in 1997 I established the routine of choosing, preparing and submitting my work every Sunday evening. It’s been part of my pattern of worship. It was with a sense of gratitude then, that I came up with the topic and began writing this week’s column a few days ago; after all, it would make today’s family birthday celebration a bit easier. Here’s what I’d penned earlier: “Some time ago, and I can’t even remember

when, I jotted down a comment because I felt it was so relevant to life. I came across it the other day and it’s as relevant as ever. ‘Regardless of what you are building, starting with a strong foundation is key for lasting strength and durability.’”

With a son and a husband, who are both

skilled carpenters, I’ve heard plenty over the years about the importance of a solid foundation. “Well done,” I told myself on Saturday evening, “You’ve got the theme so you’ll just have to add the details and fill in the message.”

Then, Orlando happened. From the time I heard the news at 5 a.m., I’ve been almost numb with sadness. Fifty people dead in a senseless act of violence. More than 50 in hospital, some potential additions to the list of those who lost their life. Watching an

interviewee, a witness to the shootings, struggle to keep from breaking down, I can’t begin to imagine the pain families, friends and various emergency workers are experiencing. Suddenly to write with ease has disappeared.

I speak and write from a Christian point of view, but I know that whatever one’s opinions, the principle of respect for those whose beliefs differ from ours is essential. I am not called to agree with everyone but I am instructed to love with God’s kind of love.

Worship Together TerriTorial Drive alliance church Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

1372 102 St 306-445-3009 nd

ANGLICAN PARISH

SUNDAY SERVICES St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:00 a.m.

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m.

1302 - 99th Street North Battleford, SK

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.

Hosanna Life Center Worship/Prayer House Pastors: Peter & Lydia Litchfield

Sunday Morning Service 11:00 a.m.

Everyone Welcome

Canadian National Baptist Convention

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church 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.

OFFICE 306-445-3836

Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

Living Water Ministry

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m.

Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

Members of Christian Ministers Association

1202 - 103 Street, North Battleford, SK 306-446-3077 PASTOR: RON BRAUN

Corner of 104th Street & 12th Avenue Rev. Father Cuong Luong MASSES: Saturdays - 7:00 p.m.

Sundays - 11:00 a.m. & 5:00 p.m.

Pastor Brian Arcand Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

1491 - 103RD STREET CALL FOR TIME 306-481-5073

Community Baptist Church

Notre Dame (RC) Parish

Reclaim Outreach Centre A Gospel Mission Teaching the Word Caring for the hurting

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

962A - 102 Street Sunday Service: 6:00 p.m.

“Reclaiming Our Spiritual Heritage” Pastor Don Toovey Furniture or Donations: Please call Don at

306-441-1041

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

Clergy Person: Rev. Ean Kasper

No Service in July

Church & CE Wing:

306-893-2611

For booking the Wing:

306-893-4465

Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson

Everyone Welcome

www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net

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