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Community safety model to expand province wide By John Cairns Staff Reporter REGINA — The pilot program in North Battleford to establish Community Safety Officers in the city is expanding across the province. Monday, Mayor Ian Hamilton, Fire Chief Albert Headrick, and other North Battleford officials joined Saskatchewan corrections and policing minister Christine Tell in Regina for the provincial launch of the Community Safety Officer Program in communities throughout Saskatchewan. The pilot program began in North Battleford on a sixmonth trial basis with the hiring of two Community Safety Officers. Both were added to the ranks of municipal enforcement this summer, with the positions funded by fine revenues that were to be collected. Moreover, there was a notable change in the look of bylaw enforcement, with new uniforms and a new look to the patrol vehicles as the officers dealt with traffic and speeding violators and Liquor Act enforcement. Now, other communities can follow the same path as North Battleford. According to the corrections minister, any Saskatchewan community can now apply to the province to hire Community Safety Officers to handle these lowerrisk offences. “This will allow communities to address low-risk to harm, high-priority policing needs,” said Tell in a news release. The City embraced the Community Safety Officers model as part of its strategy to reduce crime and address the community’s dismal showing in the Crime Severity Index across Canada. The strategy has also included adopting the Hub model promoting inter-agency co-operation and intervention, and the hiring of a community safety co-ordinator. The City approached the province with a wide-ranging crime-reduction proposal that included adding com-

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Community Safety Officer Jerry Koliniak, Battlefords MLA Herb Cox and Mayor Ian Hamilton at the provincial launch of the Community Safety Officer program in Regina. The announcement was made by Corrections and Policing Minister Christine Tell at the legislature in Regina. munity safety officers. While the City did not receive all of what it wanted, the Ministry of Corrections gave its backing to the community safety officer model and it launched officially in July. The officers, working for the City in municipal bylaw enforcement and reporting to Headrick, are responsible for such things as traffic and liquor enforcement, municipal bylaws, and foot and vehicle patrols, as well as serving a community liaison function for crime prevention. The idea was to take over some of the load from the RCMP detachment so that RCMP resources can concentrate on what is described by the province as “higher impact needs,” such as more serious crimes and other enforcement activity. The pilot program has proved successful from the start. The community safety officers had taken on foot patrols and dealt with a large number of traffic and speeding offences. As a result of municipal enforcement being able to take on those duties, in September, Battlefords RCMP reported they were able to

move two of their constables off traffic duties and back onto the watches. They were also able to deploy two of their officers onto night duties as a result of the changes. In October, city council confirmed the initial sixmonth pilot program would continue on a permanent basis. City officials are delighted with the role North Battleford has played. “North Battleford has been shown to be the model for the province for how the program works,” Hamilton told council Monday during the budget deliberation session held at City Hall. For his part, Headrick told reporters “we’re ecstatic.” “All the credit goes to the mayor and council. It’s through their wisdom and their support that we launched this program.” It is one of the pillars they have established in regards to creating a safer community, Headrick noted, “It’s been very successful. I think our presence in the community has been accepted, to a degree. You’re going to have people who are going to complain at times, but we’re there front and centre. We’re doing our patrols, we’re doing our downtown walks, we’re engaging the community and I think the end result’s going to be very beneficial when we do our final report.”

He noted the province did an evaluation and the program has “exceeded” the ministry’s expectations, he said. “I think we are the model and the vision that the province wants to see going forward and I’m sure we’re going to get a lot of interaction with other communities coming up and talking with us about it.” Also part of the announcement Monday is word that a six-week curriculum is being developed at Saskatchewan Polytechnic to train Community Safety Officers. The first class of recruits should begin training in February of next year and the expectation is the graduates will be on the job by midyear, 2015. One of those at the announcement in Regina was North Battleford Special Cst. Jerry Koliniak. He took part in CPO1 training in Alberta this year from the Alberta Solicitor General Training Academy, qualifying him to be appointed as a Community Safety Officer. Headrick says having a program in Saskatchewan will benefit “anyone who

wants to become a community safety officer in this province” but also noted the new program will “be molded to the needs and circumstances for Saskatchewan.” The plan now for the department is for two of the city’s other Special Constables/Peace Officers to also enroll in Community Safety Officer training next year, so they can be appointed Community Safety Officers as well. Headrick confirmed interest by other communities in North Battleford’s model. Those officials have approached the city manager about the initiatives the City has taken on, he said. Officials with the Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities and Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association have issued statements voicing support for the Community Safety Officer model in their municipalities. SARM acting president Ray Orb said the program “will be a feasible way for rural municipalities to address some priority policing needs they have identified, especially those in the highgrowth areas of the province.” Following the launch All Pants 3 for $100

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announcement, Headrick, Hamilton, Koliniak and other officials were in the legislature for Question Period and were recognized by the corrections minister. “Seated in your gallery today are a number of people who made this announcement possible,” said Tell in recognizing the individuals in the legislature. “I would like to thank all of you for your collaboration on this program and ask all members to join me in welcoming them to their legislature today.” Opposition MLA John Nilson of Regina Lakeview also welcomed them and gave his approval to the Community Safety Officer program launch. “It’s good to see another program moving forward that is a co-operative program, and you can tell that just by the introduction today. It’s when police can work together with the local communities, with Social Services, with Health, then we know that there can be some solutions that are good for all of us.”

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By Becky Doig Editor A blank spot on the Regional Approach page is enough to give the editor hives. We seldom get letters anymore. Readers prefer to rant on Facebook, Twitter and even on our website, but that’s a rare occurrence. I don’t tweet and rarely visit Facebook. I have a flip open cellphone that is for texting only. That all makes me an anachronism, a fossil, a luddite and woefully out of the loop on pop culture. So, I thought to fill this glaring space I would visit our Facebook page and see what people were having to say. Sadly, Facebook categorically refused to have anything to do with me. It didn’t like my password, so I accepted the option to change my password. I was mailed a sixdigit code to transfer into the waiting window. I did so and clicked continue. “Invalid code, please try again.” I tried again with the same result. I cut and pasted the code from the email. Entrance still denied. That all makes me wonder just what’s happening on our Facebook page that Facebook doesn’t want me to know about. Or perhaps some svelte, unwrinkled, arthritis free babe has taken over my sad page and turned it into a mecca for hormone driven young men. I might never know, since deadlines are looming and I don’t have any more time to try to delve into that source of material. So, I’ll brown nose some more and give kudos to the City for practising what it preaches. On two occasions this week I observed City workers in the downtown area labouring away in the blistering cold to chink the ice and snow off the sidewalks. Good job, fellas. I hope North Battleford citizens take note and do their part to keep the sidewalks around their property equally as passable. So, to avoid having to read any more of this prattle next week, send us a letter, maybe write it out by hand just for old times sake. If you insist on posting your comments only on Facebook I’m not going to be able to see them. Facebook hates me and the feeling is mutual.

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Fifteen minutes of good news fame By Becky Doig Editor The provincial media spotlight was on North Battleford again this week, but for a change it was to report some good news. And, since it was something positive the community was being recognized for the media frenzy was much more subdued than when little gems like Statistic Canada’s Crime Severity Index lands on their radar. True, it’s hard to get much mileage out of “good” news in today’s news cycle, but I think the City of North Battleford deserves enthusiastic praise for the work that has been done to address safety in the community. The fact that a pilot project introducing Community Safety Officers is now being used to expand the program across the province is a testament to the creativity and determination of those at City Hall who have jumped in with both feet to address the community’s problems. So, if 15 minutes of fame is all the provincial media thinks that monumental achievement is worth, it just shows

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where their priorities lie. It’s a little more than ironic that the very story line that has the video cameras and tape recordings whirling — crime in the Battlefords — doesn’t warrant more in depth reporting. After gleefully portraying North Battleford as a community under siege, making sweeping statements about one in three youth having been in trouble with the law and further using the statistics to paint a nasty picture of the community, they treated the announcement in Regina as just another CME — contrived media event. It was that, but it was also much more. It was a celebration of an idea that has helped this community to make better use of policing resources by taking RCMP officers away from traffic and bylaw enforcement and some Alcohol Act enforcement to attend to more serious matters. The Community Safety Officers are also visible in the community, acting as a deterrent to criminal behaviour. So, a tip of our hats to all involved. Stay tuned for more good news from the Battlefords, but you might have to tune in to local media to get the rest of the story.

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When do you build infrastructure? I sometimes wonder about the 1967 centennial year. It must have been a magical year, because all my life I have encountered the evidence to that year. Be it schools, post offices or just about anything made of bricks and mortar, you don’t have to look far anywhere in Saskatchewan to find something with a 1967 cornerstone. It amazes me how much infrastructure was built around that time, much of which has performed yeoman’s service in the nearly five decades since. However, a good chunk of Canada’s infrastructure is showing its age. In this case, I’m thinking of recreational facilities, a great many of which were built around that time. In particular, the North Battleford Civic Centre is one to mull over. While this example is of one community, it really applies almost everywhere. The Civic Centre is actually 52 years old now, and in its twilight years. I spent many a North Battleford city council and parks and recreation meet-

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year ing listening to discussions about its replacement, and that was from 2003 to 2008. That building is not getting any younger. Some people at that time thought the City should have built a new arena as part of the quasi-multiplex that eventually became known as the CUplex. At the same time North Battleford was building its CUplex, Estevan was building its hockey arena, Spectra Place, now Affinity Place. Estevan dropped around $22 million on just one rink. If such an arena had been added to the CUplex, its ballooning costs would have hit the stratosphere. Just a few years prior, Lloydminster built its

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multiplex with two hockey rinks (but not SJHL-size arenas), two field houses, one small rink, a walking track, fitness centre – all of that for around $23 million. Estevan got one rink. North Battleford got less than half of its kinda-sorta-multiplex for that amount. As it was, delaying construction of that facility led to it being severed into multiple, separate buildings (a gross mistake, I felt), as a way of dealing with rising costs. So should North Battleford have bankrupted itself and built a new hockey arena at the same time? Even if they wanted to at the time, they couldn’t have. I don’t think the city could have raised the money. Instead, the Civic Centre has soldiered on. It’s not fancy by today’s standards. A recent story in the NewsOptimist lamented, “Functionality concerns identified include barrier-free access, press box limitations and dressing room sizes that are ‘significant roadblocks to acquiring national events.’”

Alright, so you’re not going to get any national cups held there anymore. So what? Nearly every town in the country goes without national cups. Do you know what the Civic Centre is? Paid for. The reports I’ve followed in the News-Optimist of late are almost word-forword what I used to write a decade ago. A little fix here, some “major work” around maybe a half million there, and she’ll keep running. Well, that half million is pocket change compared to a new arena. Now they are talking about another 10 or 15 years of operation. Funny, that’s exactly what they said 10 years ago. Compared to what a new arena will cost, a half million is minor maintenance. Is it great? No. But is it good enough? Well, it has been for five decades. Have people changed so much in that time that they can’t use the same facilities anymore? How did the previous generations survive? So when do you build infrastructure? Usually my answer would be “right now,” because the inflation in the costs of building new facilities has been much higher than inflation in the general economy. Each year you wait, your costs mount.

But as we’ve seen with the Civic Centre, there’s another answer: “When we really need it and can afford it.” Until the Civic Centre

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The Battlefords RCMP are reporting an increase in fraud related occurrences in the Battlefords and surrounding communities in recent weeks. In a community advisory, Sgt. Amber Clark reminds the public that, “if it seems too good to be true then likely it is.” Police advise anyone receiving an unexpected cheque Check out The Battlefords RCMP Daily Report on our website at

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in the mail with a request to deposit it and send the full or partial amount to the sender by Western Union or Moneygram, to be suspicious. “Always ensure the validity of funds received prior to making a deposit and

withdrawing money,” Clark advises. When in doubt contact a bank, financial institution, the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre at 1-888-495-8501, www. antifraudcentre.ca, or a local RCMP detachment.

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This ground Áoor, street side condo is ready for new owners. This unit features the oak trim package, 1 & 1/2 baths, large master bedroom and second bedroom/den. Appliances are included. Lots of storage. Call Brian Lampitt to view MLS®498238.

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Better than a starter home. Neat 700 s.f. 2 bedroom bungalow has hardwood Áoors in living room and bedrooms. Nice working kitchen, large porch. Full basement development with large family room, 1 bedroom, laundry, furnace and storage room. Small deck accessing large fenced yard. Lots of trees, shed. Single attached garage with electric GDO & front driveway. Priced at $110,000.00. MLS®506270. Call Wayne Hoffman to view this cutie.

With this quality 1316 square foot raised bungalow. Located in up & coming residential area close to parks. Open entrance, vaulted ceilings and hardwood Áoors. Custom maple kitchen that comes with appliances. 3 good sized bedrooms, 3/4 bath and walk-in closet in master. Large deck & great landscaping. Direct entry to 26x26 garage. Call Karen on MLS®515947.

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For this well built, 1428 sq. ft. bungalow on 97 x 225’ lot. Updated oak kitchen with lots of pantry space. L-shaped dining and living room. Family room addition with natural gas Àreplace. Developed basement. 2 detached garages. All appliances stay. Call Karen on new MLS®519142 listing at 306-445-5555.

Spacious 2 storey home has 4 bedrooms & 3 full baths. Living/Dining/Kitchen open plan with hardwood Áooring, gas Àreplace in living room. Main Áoor den/or bedroom plus full bath. 2nd Áoor welcomes you to a large family room, 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Unique master with walk-in closet & ensuite. Double attached garage with direct entry to main Áoor and basement level. Full professionally landscaped yard. Priced at $475,000.00. Call Wayne Hoffman re MLS®504373.

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New half-million dollar fire truck for Battleford By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter Battleford town council has approved the purchase of a new fire truck worth just under a half million dollars. The money will come out of reserves that have been built up for just this purpose. The new engine will replace the Battleford Fire Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s main responding engine, which will be 25 years old in the New Year. There were two quotes on the truck. The lowest was from Fort Garry Fire Trucks of Winnipeg, Man. with a quote of $491,182. About $203,000 of that, which will pay for the chassis to be manufactured in the United States, will be paid out as soon as possible, as administration and council see the Canadian dollarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s value continuing to drop. The replaced engine will be relegated into a supporting role and current third engine, a 1983 pumper, will be sold once the new truck is delivered in the latter part of May. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We will continue to have three pumpers in our department,â&#x20AC;? Fire Chief Larry Gabruch told councillors Monday evening. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The overall number wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t change, just the freshness of the equipment.â&#x20AC;? He sees the old engine as being a very good truck for wild fires, and hopes a

rural municipality might be interested it in for a price of $25,000 and $30,000. The fire departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request for a new fire truck was not unexpected. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Administration and our department has been working on this file for many years, because itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something you know is coming, particularly with fire engines, because, by age, you get into an area where its UL [Underwriters Laboratory] rating starts to be called into question, even though our pump is in good shape.â&#x20AC;? It also affects insurance rates, he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are in good shape pumper wise because we have the joint truck with the RM [of Battle River] which is only three or four years old.â&#x20AC;? He expects the new engine to have a similar life expectancy to the one that is being replaced. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Certainly 20 years is a very realistic expectation,â&#x20AC;? said the fire chief. Gabruch said the new unit will have two types of systems to deliver foam to a class A fire, which is one involving combustible materials such as wood, cloth and paper, trash and plastics. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Class A foam has probably been the biggest invention I can think of as far as really making an impact on our ability to control and put fire out quicker with less water,â&#x20AC;? said Gabruch.

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Town Administrator Sheryl Ballendine and Battleford Fire Department Chief Larry Gabruch at Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting of council where the purchase of a half million dollar fire engine received pre-budget approval. The new truck will have an injection system like the one already on two of the departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s engines, plus an additional system, known as a CAF system, which is compressed air foam. â&#x20AC;&#x153;So not only are you introducing water and class A foam, but youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re also introducing compressed air,â&#x20AC;? said the chief. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Basically what that allows you to do is make better foam, and any time you make the foam more frothy, its ability to absorb energy is enhanced and, of course, our amount of water required is reduced.â&#x20AC;?

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Gabruch said class A foam is very effective in salvage and overhaul applications. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t allow us to use it as a frontline,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You still have to have good old raw water pressure and volume to ensure the protection and safety of the firemen doing primary searches, but it sure augments our ability to be more effective on the fire ground.â&#x20AC;? That translates, theoretically, to fewer men and less time spent on the fire ground, he added. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Obviously, in this business, any time we can make our job easier, more effective and safer for our firemen, it goes without saying that you obviously want to pursue that if at all possible.â&#x20AC;? Councillors were curious about the CAF system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Compressed air actually meshes the combination of the foam and water,â&#x20AC;? the fire chief said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Expandability is increased.â&#x20AC;? He went on to explain, â&#x20AC;&#x153;What class A foam does is make water wetter. It breaks the surface tension of the water down at a ratio of about 10 to one, meaning if you have one gallon of water and you apply three per cent of that with foam you are going to have the equivalent of 10 gallons of firefighting capability.â&#x20AC;? When it comes to fabric, bed, a car, a couch or round bale, anything whose density is fairly compressed, foamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ability to penetrate and put the fire out is actually remarkable, he said. Further, it can be used to protect other buildings from a nearby fire. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It also allows us to paint exposures with foam,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;You can actually reassign those personnel for 15 to 30 minutes and it will continue to protect that structure, able to absorb that energy and radiant heat from a fire so itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s very useful in a defensive application as well. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not only offensive applications.â&#x20AC;? Foam isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t cheap, but the fire department members are all aware of that. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The product is about $100 for 20 litres, so weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re sure cognizant of it,â&#x20AC;? said the chief. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We match it to the

value of what we are trying to extinguish.â&#x20AC;? If the material has very little value or the fire has progressed past the point of saving the material, then they hold off on the foam and use just water. Not by any stretch is it a must at every fire, he said. Gabruch said he has been aware of the CAF system for quite a few years and with time itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s become more userfriendly. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Under pressure, where youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re very busy and your taxed, anything you can do to make it safer ultimately and have SOPS (standard operating procedures) that protect your men, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a good thing,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We could go out tonight at four in the morning and all of us come out of a bed and be hard at it, so it can be trying at times.â&#x20AC;? The Battleford Fire Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trucks are all able to deliver class B foam as well, a foam used against fires involving hydrocarbons such as gasoline, oil or grease. Describing the new engine, Gabruch said it is similar to the engine recently

taken in delivery by North Battleford, with the main exception being an open pump compartment, rather than enclosed. Gabruch said it saved them about $50,000, but it also allowed them to keep the unit shorter, which they felt was important considering the number of cul-de-sacs already in the community, with more to come. An open pump compartment will also work better with the Battleford Fire Departmentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s way of doing things. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re still old school,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We like the pump operator to be part of the fire ground.â&#x20AC;? The pump operator serves a dual purpose, and is used for changing bottles or relaying equipment off the engine to the fire ground. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always tons of stuff to do,â&#x20AC;? he said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Its a little different procedure we have in place.â&#x20AC;? The new engine will also come complete with decals already applied. Thee will no longer say Town of Battleford Fire Department, just Battleford Fire Department, in case the town becomes a city before the engine is replaced. Gabruch said they also decided to stay with the town crest, rather than the newer logo, because they are a traditional department with its creation in the very beginnings of the community. The fire department is one of the oldest volunteer departments in the province. â&#x20AC;&#x153;If council is OK with that, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll continue to stay old school. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;All Good Things Come From the Earthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; is kind of a neat crest that we have.â&#x20AC;? Councillors were in agreement and expressed their appreciation for everything the volunteer fire department does for the community. As his meeting with town councillors concluded, the fire chief said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank you for the half million dollars. We appreciate it.â&#x20AC;?

Fire chiefâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s message for the holiday season Staff

Battlefordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fire Chief Larry Gabruch sends a message out to the public to stay safe over the holiday season. As always, watch your Christmas trees, he said, but, most importantly, make sure all your smoke detectors are working. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fire doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t kill you, smoke does,â&#x20AC;? says the fire chief. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re long gone before the flames get to you.â&#x20AC;? Without a working smoke detector, chances of getting out in time are lessened. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve seen that time and time again over the years,â&#x20AC;? he says. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It does save lives, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s no question about it.â&#x20AC;? He also said, with new technology, carbon monoxide detectors have also become important. â&#x20AC;&#x153;But,â&#x20AC;? he cautioned, â&#x20AC;&#x153;they only last five years. After that they can give false readings, which means false alarms, a big cost to your community to attend those, and a big pain in the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;you know whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for our department as well.â&#x20AC;? The cold weather also plays a factor, said the chief. â&#x20AC;&#x153;When it gets really cold thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s when everything gets taxed.â&#x20AC;? Frayed cords, creosote-clogged chimney and other issues are all affected by the cold. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Preventative maintenance is really what it comes down to, says Chief Gabruch.

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Condominium Project Territorial Estates

2424 Buhler Ave. North Battleford Call Al White for Details

• Retail space, Office space either/ either – move-in ready is 40 feet for frontage • 3840 sq. ft of facility in the heart of Downtown North Battleford • Double access doors in the front • Flooring recently done throughout • 2600 sq. ft. storage in the basement

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1391 - 100th Street, North Battleford, SK Each Office Independently Owned & Operated It needs a little TLC, but check out the price on this 2 BDRM modular home on a titled lot in the Town of Battleford. Comes with F/S/W/D and single attached garage. Call for details.

$79,900

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$429,900

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• 1232 sq. ft. mobile with open floor plan • Total of 3 bedrooms and 2 baths • Master bedroom has ensuite and walk-in closet • Gorgeous kitchen with island and walk-in pantry • Fridge, stove, dishwasher and microwave hood fan remain.

$149,900

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$1,590,000

10901 Railway Ave. • 46 acres on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River • Located west of Battleford 20 miles on highway #16 & 2.5 miles north • Overlooking the river • Potential of gravel deposits • Build your dream home on this parcel

$350,000

492-33rd Street

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Wally Lorenz

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RM Battle River, Delmas

$369,000

405-2nd Ave. Meota

Dorothy Lehman

MLS®516059

• 1346 sq. ft. • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Hugh dining area • Sunken living room w/ wood fireplace • Detached double car garage (22x24) • Fenced yard

$159,000

Dorothy Lehman

Kayla Petersen

MLS®508810

Shawna Schira-Kroeker

• 16,250 sq. ft. Commercial building • 3.09 acres of land in busy area • Upper level has 2 large offices • 3 roof top units w/ each air conditionersheating-air ventilation • This property has a long term renter, rent is providing about 7.5% return on investment

$164,900

842-111 Street, North Battleford

$124,900

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• 2+1 bedrooms w/ 4 pc bath on main & open dining room • Most windows are replaced • Single detached garage • Fenced yard w/ RV parking & cozy sunroom off the back deck • Stop renting, buy your own home

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261-15th Street

Marlene Kotchorek MLS®503422

• Great Home, large yard • 988 sq ft • Total size of 100x240 • Central Air Conditioning • Water Heater in 2013 • Priced to sell, don’t miss out

$79,900

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• 5,126 sq ft. • 3 retailing bays • 6 one bedroom apartments • New metal roof on the entire building

• Stunning year round 3 level split home • 1552 sq. ft. on 2 levels • Total of 4 bedrooms & 3 baths • Oak kitchen cabinets, island, pantry & garden doors to deck • Second level has bright family room viewing lake

• 10 yrs home warranty • 4 bdrms & 3 baths • Fully developed basement • Double attached garage & concrete drive • Landscaped front yard

Perfect plus affordable for the first time home buyer. All this 2 BDRM home needs to make it your own is a little TLC and new flooring.The yard is fenced and has a single detached garage. Call for details.

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$189,900

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• 457 acres with 205 acres farmed organic • 2600 sq. ft. Timberlog Built home • Property serviced by solar power • Double detached garage 24x38 with self-contained suite & workshop area

RM of Redberry

$750,000

Lloyd Ledinski

MLS®511919

• RanchLand in RM of Wolverine No. 340 & RM of Viscount No.341 • 1479 acres with 1169 acres tame pasture 328 acres of hill and bush areas • Located beside highway 16 & adjoins main railway. Lots of pasture water. • Great Property with potash mines in the area • Nearby great white tail deer hunting.

$1,600,000

Lloyd Ledinski

MLS®516438

Rm of Wolverine & Viscount

www.remaxbattlefords.com • 65x120 ft. w/ a beautiful back yard • 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom bungalow • Very large eat-in kitchen ( 13 x 23 ft. ) • 9 ft ceilings and large windows overlooking the North Saskatchewan River • Huge master bedroom

$387,000

11 Riverbend Cres Battleford

Alan Somers

MLS®511098

• 1200 sq. ft. home • 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms • (20x22) 2 car garage with high ceiling • Fridge, stove, washer, dryer, microwave included

$239,900

Alan Somers

MLS®500856

2313 Amos Drive

1442-105 Street

• 1486 sq. ft. bungalow under construction • 3 bedrooms & 2 bathrooms • Open concept living room/dining/kitchen • Granite counter tops in kitchen & baths

• Large 2 car garage Brian Maunula

$420,000

171-22nd St. Brian Maunula

• Prime location Main Street in Battleford • 1500 sq. ft. of retail space on main plus 700 sq. ft. office space • Second level has 600 sq. ft. • Fixtures, Business and Inventor y are negotiable

$219,000

236-3rd Street E, Spiritwood

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$285,000

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®511281

• Located on the Beachfront • This home is well maintained & upgrades over last few years • Yard is nicely landscaped • Kitchen has plenty of counter space & storage

$335,000

Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®518714

1262-96th St. • Central air conditioning

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• 1080 sq. ft 4 level split • Close to Co-op and Sobey’s • Abundance of kitchen cabinets • Large bright living room and dining area • 3rd level has beautiful oak cabinet & gas fireplace • Large yard w/ 70 ft frontage

• 75X125 lot • 5BD, 3BA • Hickory cabinets • Completely upgraded & modern • Double attached garage

Kayla Petersen

113 Main Street

Kayla Petersen

• 1,297 sq. ft. Built in 2014 • 3 bedrooms & 2 baths • Heated 26x30 attached garage • 66 ft. of beach fronted by 165 ft. • 20 minutes north west of North Battleford

120 Chitek Drive, Chitek Lake

• Immediate Possession • New 992 sq. ft. bilevel • Total of 4 bedrooms and 2 baths • Large open concept, custom cabinets • Developed basement

$319,000

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$599,900

Brett Payne

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$264, 900

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630 Lakeshore Drive, Meota

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• Great starter home or rental property • 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom • Kitchen,dining room & living room on main floor • Front porch w/ lots of natural light

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Thank You

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A grateful thank you to Diane Gryba for the musical entertainment and the tree serenade singers for their ‘pitch perfect’ performance. Potted trees courtesy of McKay Tree Farm Thank you to our capable and talented emcee for the evening, Jay Crockett Cookies and hot chocolate courtesy of Tim Hortons Eggnog courtesy of Brad McLeod Milk A special thank you to Timothy Yeaman, Justin Rafuse, Chris Gerstenhofer, Willy Whitely, and Carson Sparrow, City of North Battleford’s Forestry & Horticultural Department for setting up the 20 foot outdoor tree. We are very grateful for your assistance and appreciate the time and effort you gave in helping us accomplish our goal to “Light up the Night.” On behalf of the Board of Directors and Staff of BUH Foundation, thank you to the following Festival of Trees Organizing Committee members. The gift of your time and effort is truly appreciated! Festival of Trees Chair: Decorator Chairs:

“Light up the Night” Chairs: “Christmas at the Cotton Club” Chairs: Breakfast Chairs: Admissions Chair:

Brenda Sparrow Koreen Lawrence & Janelle Cox Thank you to the staff of River Valley Eye Care for all their assistance Marian McNabb, Pat Gotto & Carey Tollefson Candace Whitwell, Sandra Backus & Lynn Langin Krista Lyndsay Crockett & Kristin Walz Bernie McRann

A special thank you to all our generous sponsors, the many volunteers, talented designers, Chairs of the Committees and the staff of the Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts for all their kind help and assistance and especially to all the guests who attended the events - you have made the 2014 Festival of Trees a great success and we are truly grateful.

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Record building values for Battleford By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

PHOTO BY JAYNE FOSTER

Battleford Town Council members Doug Laing, Ames Leslie, Mayor Derek Mahon, Susan McLean Tady and David George along with Sheryl Ballendine, town administrator, taped a Christmas message Monday to be shown on Access 7, the local cable channel, this season. The taping of the message followed a meeting in which it was noted that Battleford has set a new record in building permit values this year.

Battleford is having a record year for building permits. At Monday’s meeting of town council, a building permit report for November has indicated the total building value for the year to date has reached almost $26 million, more than $10 million over the last record set in 2010. “I think that’s maybe the highest ever,” said Mayor Derek Mahon. “It’s good to see.” While more than $14 million of this year’s total can be attributed to 56 residential permits, the town has also seen commercial building worth $4.3

million and industrial construction with $7 million. A hefty chunk of this year’s construction values are attributed to permits issued for a 24-unit apartment complex worth $5.6 million, two industrial truck storage buildings worth $90,000 and $120,000, a metal tank fabrication plant worth $6.7 million and a Co-op convenience store, gas bar and car wash worth $3.4 million. Last year to this date, permit values were just over $6 million. The year 2012 saw 62 building permits totalling approximately $13.8 million. In 2011, the 72-permit total was $10.9 million. Building permits totalled $15.5 million in 2010.

B’ford eyes Build Canada infrastructure money By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter A long-awaited source for money to improve infrastructure in Saskatchewan communities has finally opened up, and the Town of Battleford has already begun looking at which projects might qualify. Town councillors heard

Monday that Saskatchewan is now accepting applications for the New Building Canada Fund – Provincial Territorial Infrastructure Component. The deadline of Jan. 12, 2015 is already looming. A total of $436.7 million will be available over 10 years to Saskatchewan communities under 100,000 in population. That total will be matched by the Sask-

atchewan government, however almost half of it will be earmarked for projects that are provincial in nature. “For interest sake,” said Mayor Derek Mahon, “the Town will be competing with all municipalities in Saskatchewan other than Regina and Saskatoon.” There’s a different program for cities of that size, he said.

“This is something that’s been long awaited, said Mahon. It was announced some time ago by the federal government, he added, but it’s taken even more time for the federal and provincial governments to come up with an agreement on how it will be rolled out. Priority will be given to applications for projects addressing drinking water,

waste water, highways and major roads and disaster mitigation, said Mahon. Other priorities, lower on the scale, are public transport, connectivity and broadband, solid waste management, green energy, innovation, brown field redevelopment, local and regional airports and short-line rail. “This is a lot different than what was originally talked about,” said Mahon, who has attended a Federation of Canadian Municipalities meeting in Vancouver, B.C. and in Niagara Falls, Ont. where the Build Canada Fund has been on the agenda. “In Vancouver they talked about it [being] wide open pretty well to everything,” said the mayor. “Its been narrowed down substantially over the last two years.” He said, “All you can do is submit your applications. You’d probably be wise not to put something in that doesn’t meet the high priority projects.” Of course, added Mahon, it is anticipated there will be more applications made than funds available. Each municipality is allowed to make two applications, but they are accepted only every two years. The Town has already begun meeting with their en-

gineers, Catterall and Wright, about possible projects. Scenarios being looked at include water main replacement, sewer main replacement, sewage pumping upgrades in the highway commercial area, road projects such as 10th Street and the Battlefords District Care Centre road and lagoon expansion or upgrading. Mahon said, at $436 million federal over 10 years, with matching provincial dollars, funding will average $8.7 million per year for 10 years. He added, however, “It kind of ramps up sometimes to coincide with elections.” Early in 2014, the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association was urging the federal government to provide details on the program when the budget failed to address the dispersal of the $14 billion dollars announced in the previous year’s budget. “It’s been long awaited, in my mind anyway,” said Mahon. Every time SUMA met, delegates were asking, “When is this coming,” he said, but no one seemed to know. “All of a sudden, Nov. 24 email, there it is!” said Mahon.

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Scott Moe, MLA

Rosthern/Shellbrook Constituency

Box 115, Shellbrook, SK S0J 2E0 Toll Free: 1-855-793-3422 Fax: 306-747-3472 scottmoe.mla@sasktel.net www.scott-moe.com

Randy Weekes, MLA

Biggar Constituency

Box ox 1413 1413, Biggar Biggar, SK S0K 0M0 Toll Free: 1-877-948-4880 Fax: 306-948-4882 randyweekes.mla@accesscomm.ca www.randyweekes.ca

Herb Cox, MLA

The Battlefords Constituency

1991 - 100th St., North Battleford, SK S9A 0X2 Phone: 306-445-5195 Fax: 306-445-5196 herbcox@sasktel.net www.herbcox.ca

Larry Doke, MLA

Cut Knife/Turtleford Constituency

#6 - 116 - 1st Ave. West, Maidstone, SK P.O. Box 850, S0M 1M0 Phone: 306-893-2619 Fax: 306-893-2660 larrydoke@sasktel.net www.larrydoke.ca

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Budget deliberation update

Levy to support ramped up infrastructure work By John Cairns Staff Reporter Budget deliberations are into their second week in North Battleford as council continues to mull over city administration’s proposal of an all-new capital levy to go towards infrastructure replacement. The levy proposal, and proposed increases of 4.5 per cent to property taxes, five per cent to base water and three to base sewer, was introduced the previous Wednesday during the first night of budget deliberations. At that time, city administration called for an accelerated infrastructure renewal program in order to address aging infrastructure in the city. The current rate of replacement of half a kilometre per year was cited as not enough to replace the underground infrastructure and pipes in excess of 60 years old. At last Wednesday’s budget meeting, City Planning and Development Director Tim LaFreniere told councillors infrastructure replacement of underground pipes needed to happen at a rate of 2.9 kilometres per year simply to catch up.

As it stands, even with the introduction of a capital initiative levy, LaFreniere confirmed the plan for 2015 still only calls for half a kilometer of pipe replacement, but far more asphalt work. The idea is to introduce the levy next year, with plans to ramp up the rate of infrastructure replacement in future years. Discussion on the first night mainly focused on the accelerated infrastructure renewal program proposal, with other items including transit and a review of major capital items also discussed at length. Councillors heard from Al Love of North Battleford Transit, with a planned expansion pegged at approximately $57,000 among the items discussed. Monday’s deliberations began at a later start time of 7 p.m. due to a major announcement in Regina attended by Mayor Ian Hamilton and Fire Chief Albert Headrick on the province’s expansion of the Community Safety Officers program, based on the model established by North Battleford’s pilot program this year. Discussion Monday included the presentation from Director of Operations and

Maintenance Stewart Schafer of plans for the water utility in 2015. Those include continuation of work on a water treatment master plan. In 2015, the consultants Associated Engineering will begin reviewing the current water distribution system of the city. They will work with AECOM to develop the water distribution system and storage plans. A previously planned study of the water tower to determine its structural integrity and repairs is postponed to 2016, mainly to see the results of the review of the distribution system Also in the works for 2015 is re-piping at Water Treatment Plant No. 1, plans to review the Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) programming and hardware, decommissioning a number of old wells, the start of a three-year cycle of flushing of water distribution mains and a water works system assessment. A major discussion point for councillors was a notable drop in water consumption in 2014, which meant less revenue brought in during the year. Revenues from water fees dropped from $3.8 million in 2013 to just over $3 million this year.

Discussion on the sanitary sewer side included the retention pond expansion to be completed in 2015, and also the new wastewater plant bio-solids processing facility that will convert sewage into CFA-approved liquid fertilizer. The City will obtain a 60 per cent net profit from the fertilizer that will be produced. That facility will be commissioned this month and the plan is for it to begin operating before Nov. 1, 2015. Once again, however, concerns at the Monday meeting returned to the issue of aging cast-iron pipes in North Battleford and the need for an accelerated replacement program to address the situation. It caused some grumbling from council about a lack of help from upper levels of government. Councillor Greg Lightfoot, speaking on the state of the city’s water and sewer reserves, was critical of the “downloading” of costs of infrastructure repair onto municipalities from the federal and provincial government. “The offloading of the federal and provincial governments, not helping us with these costs over the last 20 years, has come to bite us in the behind,” Lightfoot said.

Lightfoot added later the gas tax did “not go very far” on capital projects. City manager Jim Puffalt reiterated that the Canada Builds option would not be much help, either. “There’s not a whole bunch of assistance out there.” said Puffalt. “We’re on our own to correct a lot of these problems.” Discussion then turned to waste management, Schafer reviewed the major change in 2014 to black garbage bins and blue recycling bins, and noted when that was brought in there was a reduction in residential garbage of 50 to 60 per cent. As well, the move to biweekly garbage collection encouraged more recycling. “We’ve had a number of cities including Saskatoon asking ‘how did you do it,’” said Schafer. He said he responded “we had a council that was proactive.” Also covered at the meeting Monday was protective

services, involving activities in the fire department and bylaw enforcement. Headrick reviewed the numbers there for council, with no major surprises to report. The change in municipal enforcement towards a Community Safety Officers program was a particular highlight. Wednesday’s deliberation session was expected to include significant time devoted to leisure services, with the most significant undertaking there being the beginning of the 10-year capital plan for the eventual replacement of the Civic Centre. Work on the south canopy, building sealant, numerous air handling units and some “critically identified” plumbing and electrical items are seen as priorities in 2015. Further information about the entire budget can be found at www.cityofnb.ca, where a copy of the entire 2015 draft budget document is posted on the home page.

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Ritz accused of ‘losing his freaking mind’ on CWB Staff OTTAWA, ONT. — Tuesday’s proceedings in the House of Commons proved testy and the federal minister of agriculture was right in the middle of it.

Battlefords-Lloydminster MP Gerry Ritz was on the hot seat of some vicious attacks from the NDP on the topic of the Canadian Wheat Board, with tempers getting a little too heated from the opposition side of the aisle.

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Conservatives rejected the offer. They did not give a reason. They just said no. “Now, we hear the minister will hand over the Wheat Board’s assets to the private sector for a grand total of — get this — zero. That is right: nothing, nada, no thank you; just give it away. “I ask a simple question. Why would the Conservative government give away these assets free to multinational corporations instead of simply selling to Canadian farmers and actually gaining a real value for Canadian farmers?” Ritz responded: “Mr. Speaker, the easy answer is that absolutely none of that is true or based upon any kind of fact at all.

“The Farmers of North America’s bid was adjudicated by a third-party auditor and legal team that the CWB put into place. This was not a political process. “As to the assets of the CWB, they will become part of a privatization plan as it looks to recapitalize with another partner. That is exactly what is happening, under the auspices — as I said, all these tenders are looked at through the eyes of a thirdparty audit team, as well as a legal team.” The questioning on the floor then shifted to Pat Martin, Winnipeg Centre MP, with his tone to Ritz taking a decided turn. Martin: “Mr. Speaker, let us see if I understand

the Conservatives’ business plan for the Canadian Wheat Board. “First, they take the largest and most successful grain marketing company in the world and then they give it away, free of charge, to an American agri-food giant which, until recently, was its greatest competitor. “My question is simple, and I ask it through you, Mr. Speaker. Has the minister lost his freaking mind? Or is he that …” Before Ritz could answer, House Speaker Andrew Scheer interjected by saying “order, please. That is extremely unhelpful.” The speaker then quickly moved on to the next question.

Big bat needs a sign By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter This summer, the biggest baseball bat in Canada was erected alongside the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum in Battleford, and the museum’s CEO says it’s now time to get some signs up pointing the way. The Biggest Bat in Canada has become quite an attraction, and along with the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum located here, it is time to do whatever is necessary to have signage to this effect,” president and

CEO Jane Shury has written in a letter to Battleford town councillors. Council received the letter at Monday evening’s regular meeting. In it, Shury suggested, “As there is no welcoming sign into our community, how about something like, Welcome to Battleford, Home of the Biggest Bat in Canada.” “I would love to see a sign like this,” said Councillor Susan McLean Tady. Councillor Ames Leslie agreed. Councillor David George, noting there is a protocol to go through with the provincial highways ministry to having signage approved,

said, “If it’s doable, I think it’s a great idea.” Council has asked for information on possibilities from administration and will revisit the idea when it’s available. Mayor Derek Mahon noted there may be town-owned land available, or other options, and other community assets could possibly be promoted along with the baseball museum. There is provincial legislation prohibiting or regulating signage within a certain distance of any provincial highway, whether or not the highway is within a city or town.

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National Contenders

These athletes were honoured at the Saskatchewan Seniors Fitness Association windup that was held at the North Battleford Bowlarena Nov. 5. They started out competing in the 55+ Rivers West District championships, made it to provincials held in Humboldt July 8 to 10 and went on to represent the district at the National 55+ Games in Strathcona County, Alta. Aug. 27 to 30. In the photo are: back row — Ollie Marciniuk, Glen Shockey, Ron Ogg, Ed Knowlton, Les Wardrop, Lucille Fairley; front row — Doreen Hope, Don Nichols, Joan Knowlton, Denise Newton and Edna Foster. Missing are Mona Davidson, Ron Hay, Barb Slocombe, Kay Ogg, Bill Shkolny, Rick Hartley, Sylvia Moir and Roger Seib.

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If you have experienced the loss of a child please feel welcome to attend. This is a non-denominational service and is open to parents and support people. If you plan to attend, please bring a framed photograph of your child(ren) to display on the Memory Table. This service is in participation with the 2014 Worldwide Candle Lighting in Memory of All Children of bereaved parents. Sunday, December 14th is the 2014 Worldwide Candle Lighting day. The Worldwide Candle Lighting is held every year on the second Sunday in December, at 7:00 p.m. in every time zone. As candles burn down in one time zone, they are lighted in the next, creating a 24 hour wave of light that encircles the world.

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The traffic safety spotlight for December is impaired driving, according to SGI. Law enforcement across the province will be increasing resources and paying extra attention to drivers impaired by either alcohol or other drugs, a press release states. “The holidays are almost here and people will be getting together with friends, families and co-workers to celebrate the festive season,” said Andrew Cartmell, president and CEO of SGI. “It’s important to plan for a safe ride home if you will be drinking alcohol this holiday season to ensure not only your own safety, but that of others sharing the road.” SGI says impaired driving

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“You may think you’ve had only a couple drinks, or you’re not that impaired, but if you have to convince yourself you’re okay to drive, you’re probably not,” said Cartmell. “Don’t put your life or anyone else’s at risk. Make a conscious decision to not drink and drive.” There are many options to get home safely: choose a designated driver in advance,

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Dec. 6 marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, and a local event is planned for that afternoon. The event is Friday afternoon, Dec. 5, between 2 and 5 p.m. at Territorial Place Mall. It is co-sponsored by Catholic Family Services Family Violence Outreach Program, Battlefords Interval House and Battlefords and District Co-op. People are encouraged to attend and have a cup of coffee or cake, listen to the presentation and learn about the statistics and issues surrounding violence against women. Also, rose buttons in support of Dec. 6 will be available on that day at Territorial Place Mall.

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Millionaires shut down North Stars 4-1 By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter The Battlefords North Stars (15-7-5-0) had a tough time solving Melville Millionaires (14-14-0-1) goalie Troy Trombley despite firing 35 shots on him during a 4-1 loss at the Civic Centre Tuesday night. Ryan Rewerts made 31 saves of his own for the North Stars, in a game that saw the Millionaires score two empty-net goals to make the score look more one-sided than it really was. The two teams came into Tuesday’s matchup with the worst and second-worst power-play’s in the league, but it was the Millionaires who struck first. After Brenden Heinrich was penalized for interference, Melville defenseman Ben Mack received the puck all alone at the far side of the net, and caught Rewerts out of position before firing the puck into the wide-open net for his fifth goal of the year. The goal came with just 2:30 left in the first, and was assisted by Reed Murray and Tanner Kyle. Rewerts made a valiant effort to make the save, diving across and reaching out with his glove to try and keep the game scoreless, but was unable to get across quick enough to prevent the goal. Melville would finish 1-for-6 on the man advantage, while the North Stars continued to struggle, going

0-for-4. The shots ended 14-11 in favour of the North Stars after the first, but many of those shots came from centre-ice, or just inside the blue-line. The second period didn’t start off well for the North Stars, as just 23 seconds after the puck dropped, 17-year old Tyler Kreklewich, playing in just his third career SJHL game, received a pass on a two-on-one rush, and pulled the puck to his backhand, flipping it past a helpless Rewerts, who came sliding across to his right expecting a one-timer. It was the second goal in as many games for the 2012 9th round selection by the Western Hockey League’s Seattle Thunderbirds, who had been lighting up opposing goalies in AAA with the Tisdale Trojans, scoring 15 goals and assisting on 25 more in just 20 games. The North Stars cut the deficit to just one six minutes later, when Jake McMillen made a nice move to spin away from a defender in the corner, and bring the puck to the front of the net. Trombley poked it off McMillen’s stick, but it landed right on the stick of Brody O’Sullivan, who wristed it over the glove of Trombley to get the North Stars on the board. Matthew Havens also grabbed an assist on O’Sullivan’s ninth of the year. The North Stars had a parade to the penalty box at the end of the second period, as

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North Stars captain Ryne Keller misses a centering pass during the second period of their 4-1 loss to the Melville Millionaires. with just over three minutes left, Connor Vermeulen was given a four-minute double minor for high-sticking which drew blood from the Melville player, and ended the North Stars power-play they had been given just 49 seconds earlier. The shots were 13-12 for Melville in the second, and the North Stars were in trouble after two, as the Millionaires were a perfect 10-0 when leading after two periods coming into the game. Unfortunately for the North Stars, just as Vermeulen’s double minor had expired, rookie defenseman

Connor Sych was called with a high-sticking penalty of his own, sending the Millionaires right back to the power-play. Battlefords successfully killed off nearly four minutes of penalties to open the frame, and seemingly had momentum, but Troy Trembley continued to frustrate North Stars shooters, standing tall and making a number of good saves as time dwindled down. The Millionaires staved off the North Stars attack,

and found the back of an empty-net twice in the final two minutes of the game, to extend their lead to 4-1. Dalton Menke and Landan Farrell each scored into the empty-net, their third and ninth goals of the season respectively. After the game, head coach Kevin Hasselberg wasn’t impressed with his teams effort. “I know in my heart some of those guys have more to give than what they gave,” said Hasselberg. “Other

teams are scoring on the Melville Millionaires. Guys just have to work harder.” The good news for the North Stars is they have a quick chance for some revenge against the Millionaires, as they travel to Melville on Friday night. They then head to Yorkton for a Saturday tilt with the defending RBC Cup champion Terriers. With the loss and a Notre Dame win, the North Stars now sit third in the Kramer division with 35 points.

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Edam splits weekend games in NSRHL action Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter The Edam 3 Stars played a pair of games over the weekend, and saw very different outcomes in their North

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Thunderchild and Edam picked up medals over the weekend at the 2014 boys provincial volleyball championships. The participating girls’ teams didn’t have the same success, as they were unable to win any medals. In the 1A boys’ category in Mossbank, Thunderchild defeated Borden two sets to one to advance to the quarterfinals against Annaheim. They couldn’t advance to the finals however, as they dropped a 2-1 game. In the bronze medal game they beat Fox Valley 2-1 to win the medal, their first at the provincial level. Mossbank delighted the hometown crowd as they defeated Annaheim 2-1 to win gold, after winning silver in 2013, and bronze in 2012. Medstead participated in the 1A girls’ category in Canwood, but finished with a 1-3 record, dropping a 2-1 deci-

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for the Stampeders, while adding two and one assists respectively. Adam Merasty also had three assists for Meadow Lake. The lopsided score may have had something to do with the fact the 3 Stars had

just 11 players dress for the game, while Meadow Lake had 18. Edam has had nearly a week to let that loss sink in, as they host Meadow Lake for a rematch tomorrow, before welcoming the Paradise Hill Hawks on Saturday.

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story. Jesse Blais allowed nine goals as the Stampeders rolled over the 3 Stars 9-2. It was Edam’s first loss of the season, dropping them to 3-1. DJ King and Ashton McIntyre each scored a hat-trick

sion to Plenty in the opening playoff round. In the 2A boys’ category in Edam, Medstead was unable to defend their 2013 gold medal as they failed to advance to the finals, and failed to win a medal after losing the bronze medal game 2-1 to Colonsay. Edam defeated Manor 2-0, and Medstead 2-1 en route to a finals appearance, only to drop a 2-1 decision to Hepburn, and earn a silver medal. They won silver in 2012, and bronze in 2013. The 2A girls’ event in Langham saw Edam and Wilkie fail to win a playoff round, as Edam was shut out 2-0 by eventual bronze-medallist Montmarte, and Wilkie was shut out 2-0 by eventual gold-medalist Fox Valley. The 3A boys’ category took place in Bellevue, and saw Paradise Hill fail to make it to the medal round, dropping a 2-0 decision to eventual bronze-medal winner, host Bellevue. Waldhiem defeated Sturgeon Lake 2-1 to win gold,

successfully defending their 2013 championship. The 4A girls’ team from Unity suffered the same fate as the other girls’ teams, dropping a 2-1 game to Watrous in their opening playoff game. Watrous would go on to win bronze. The 4A boys’ category in

Shaunavon saw Oxbow win gold with a 2-0 win over Osler VCA, their fourth straight year with a medal. Finally, the 5A girls’ category saw North Battleford Comprehensive unable to advance to the playoff round, after going 0-3 through roundrobin play.

Wood closes season Sherri Solomko Correspondent It has been a season to remember for 19-year-old Justin Wood, formerly of Unity. This summer while working at the golf club in Swift Current as a summer student, Wood was still able to participate in the Maple Leaf Junior Tour event with Golf Sask. His hard work paid off as he saw repeated success that took him to Nationals for the MJT in Phoenix Nov. 13 to 16. The national stage creates a lot of pressure for

the participants as they are competing as one person, and amongst many others who are also aiming for the same top spots. Wood had good practice rounds and felt confident heading into competition. Day one he was slightly disappointed with a 3 over score and rallied back in day two to finish at -1 bringing him to a completion score of 144, placing him in fifth. This ends Wood’s eligibility in the junior level but after having competed at several men’s amateur events over the summer, it’s likely we will see his name back in the lineup at these events. Continued on Page 15

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The John Paul II Collegiate Mission Team and the Battlefords Midget Stars paired up to collect winter clothing for the less fortunate in our community. Collection boxes were set up at JPII during the month of November. On Nov. 18 the Midget Stars had a home game vs the Saskatoon Blazers. Collection boxes were set up at the Civic Centre and anyone who donated a winter clothing item received free admission. The joint project was a success as a large amount to clothing was collected and donated to the Battlefords Indian Métis Friendship Centre. Pictured are Midget Stars Captain Keifer Hintz, Asst. Captain Layne Young and JPII Mission Team members Courtney Baker and Elyssa Nielsen delivering the clothing to the Friendship Centre.

Weekend games cancelled By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter The Unity Miners and Wilkie Outlaws were both scheduled to play two games over the past weekend, but only the Outlaws were able to play once. Both Miners games were cancelled due to inclement weather, the first in Kindersley and the other in Luseland. The Outlaws first game in Eatonia was cancelled, but

they were able to play a home game against the Kindersley Red Lions Saturday. Rick Cey got the Outlaws on the board when he scored nearly halfway through the first, assisted by Mark Lorenz. The second period saw Kindersley record just five shots on goal, but two of them managed to beat Outlaws goalie Jared Herle to give the Red Lions a 2-1 lead after two. While the shots were even 10-10 in the third period,

all the scoring was done by Wilkie. Mitch Suchan, Brock Harrison and Derek Keller all scored in the final eight minutes of the game to give the Outlaws a 4-2 win, and remain undefeated at 6-0 on the season. The Miners remain at 2-3, and their cancelled games will be rescheduled. The two teams are back in action tomorrow when they face off against each other at the Wilkie Community Centre at 8 p.m.

Continued from Page 14 Wood had also seen great success this season with his Kodiak golf team through his enrolment at Lethbridge College, achieving a berth at nationals among multiple other awards. Although the national event was forced into cancellation in October due to torrential rains, Wood still considers his college season a success. “It was a great experience,” Wood said. “My game wasn’t as sharp as I was hoping for but I scored well. I had some talks with coaches from different schools in the states and I am really excited about my future.” Wood now looks forward

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â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I have a concern about firearms. Who can I call?â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Firearms Storage Safety Tips Ensure firearms are unloaded at all times when stored. Store ammunition separately or lock it up. Ammunition can be stored in the same locked container as the firearms. Non-restricted Firearms Attach a secure locking device, such as a trigger lock or cable lock (or remove the bolt) so the firearms cannot be fired: or Lock firearms in a cabinet, container or room that is difficult to break into. Restricted and Prohibited Firearms Attach a secure locking device so the firearms cannot be fired and lock them in a cabinet, container or room that is difficult to break into; or Lock the firearms in a vault, safe or room that was built or modified specifically to store firearms safely. For automatic firearms, also remove the bolts or bolt carriers (if removable) and lock them in a separate room that is difficult to break into.

By Lynn Lau Canada Safety Council Firearms are present in an estimated 17 per cent of Canadian households. There are almost eight million firearms in Canada (or about two firearms for every 10 people). The majority of Canadian firearm owners have long guns, which they use for hunting, sport and wildlife control. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Firearms in the home must be stored safely,â&#x20AC;? says Canada Safety Council president Jack Smith. The Canada Safety Council recommends locking the firearms in a cabinet, container or room that is difficult to break into, and storing the ammunition separately.â&#x20AC;? If you have firearms in your home, or if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re visiting someone who does, Smith advises you to make sure safe storage practices are in place. The Canadian Firearms Program has a tollfree number you can call to discuss any safety concern related to firearms.

Dr. Alan Drummond, with the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians, says long guns are a major concern for doctors in rural areas, where firearm ownership is more common. â&#x20AC;&#x153;As a rural emergency physician and coroner, I have seen my share of accidental injuries and deaths inflicted by rifles and shotguns,â&#x20AC;? he says. In his community of Perth, Ont. he finds incidents of firearm deaths and injuries increase in situations where an unsafely stored gun is readily available. The rate of firearms deaths in Canada has been falling year by year. In 2001, there were 837 firearms related deaths, or 2.70 per 100,000 Canadians. In 2011, the last year for which statistics are available, 679 Canadians died from shootings. Despite a growing population, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 158 fewer deaths, and the rate was 2.03 per 100,000 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a 25 per cent drop compared to 2001. For safety reasons, Canadian firearms regulations re-

quire gun owners to be properly trained and licensed. The law also requires firearms to be safely stored when not in use. Safe storage includes keeping guns unloaded and locked, with ammunition stored separately or locked up. Firearms licences can be denied or revoked if there are public safety concerns and risks. In 2013, the Canadian Firearms Program refused 886 firearms licence applications and revoked 2,497 firearms licences.

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The Saskatchewan Wildlife Federation advises people to be cautious on all frozen water bodies, especially those that have aeration systems. In a press release SWF explains aerating a water body helps prevent winterkill, which occurs when aquatic plants either die or reduce their oxygen production, leading to fish kill. Aeration systems circulate fresh air into small, shallow fish bearing water bodies that are vulnerable to winterkill. As a

result of the air bubbling up to the surface, there is often thin ice and open water near an aeration system, the federation says. Water bodies with aeration systems are posted with warning signs and people are advised to stay clear of these posted areas. Aeration systems usually operate between December and March. In the Northwest, aerated waterbodies include Redberry Pond in Redberry Lake Regional Park, Scott Reservoir eight kilometres southwest of Wilkie, Picnic

Lake six kilometres east of Edam and Bell Pond one kilometre south of Luseland Changing temperatures, combined with the amount of snowfall and slush in some areas, can also contribute to unsafe ice conditions. Extreme caution should be taken while traveling on the ice this winter. The SWF offers these ice facts: â&#x20AC;˘ ice strength should never be judged by appearance alone; â&#x20AC;˘ ice thickness is seldom uniform throughout a water body and can sometimes vary

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If you observe unsafe storage or use of firearms, or have a concern about firearms, call the Canadian Firearms Programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tollfree (non-emergency) number, 1-800-731-4000, during regular business hours, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. nationwide, Monday to Friday. You can also email cfppcaf@rcmp-grc.gc.ca. If you have an urgent or life-threatening concern related to a firearm, call 911 or your local emergency police number.

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Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste your time, do something useful By William Wardill

The man called Jian Ghomeshi has come to the end of his meteoric rise as an icon in the news/entertainment business. No court has convicted him yet of any criminal offence but Mother CBC has cast him aside like a piece of odoriferous garbage. The CBC is now facing questioning about its own role in the distasteful affair. Frankly, good people, I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give a damn. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t give a damn because I was never aware of the creature called Jian Gomeshi in the first place, never heard anything he had to say over the airwaves, and never even knew his name until he fell into disgrace. In no way have I been impoverished by knowing nothing about Gomeshi and am not interested in knowing anything about him now. There are better uses for my time. Ghomeshi was once one of the instant gurus. Mini-gurus, midi-gurus and maxi- gurus are being created constantly by processes difficult to understand. We have far too many of them. Opinions aired publicly by a media-exalted person should never be accepted if that person is speaking of matters outside of his or her area of honest expertise, For example, I would not want to hear a big league hockey

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www.speargrassspecialties.com enforcer talk about the architectural features of the Sistine Chapel any more than I want to be instructed by an architect in what to do to an opponent when the referee isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t looking. We are too quick to revere persons who are born with, or have tirelessly cultivated, one small talent. Their one narrow achievement gives them no broader wisdom. We of the mediocre masses may be wise enough to discover the hidden purposes of politicians and we may

punish them for their lies at the ballot box. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the stars of entertainment and sports that fool us. Sincerity is appealing and they sound so sincere, sometimes stupid, but always sincere. Certain precepts were planted in my head many years ago. One was â&#x20AC;&#x153;Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste your time.â&#x20AC;? Another was â&#x20AC;&#x153;Do something useful.â&#x20AC;? I have tried to comply. Following the latest antics of celebrities is a waste of time. For example, I know the Bieber kid was spoiled by having too much money thrown at him too soon and I know he plastered his neighbourâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house with fresh eggs. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more than I need to know. If somebody ever interviews him and asks for his opinion about the state of the roadbed on the Trans-Siberian Railway, I will never hear it. The CBC itself is more important than Gomeshi, even if only as an example of another publicly- owned body the Harper Conservatives want to muzzle or mutilate or destroy. And there are thousands and thousands of issues in this world that are more important than the CBC. And there are millions and millions of people in the world whose troubles are greater than yours and mine. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t waste your time. Do something useful.

Love your children, the young and the grown When a young man lashes out at society in the most brutal of ways, I cannot forget the fact that he is someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s son. I have three sons. I cannot help but wonder. We take on the world when we raise a child. We do the best we can with what we have. We learn as we go. There is no training manual and even if there was, each model is unique and responds to the same circumstances in different ways. My adult sons (now 36 and 27 years old) did not

tell me just how hard their high school years were to endure until my youngest was entering high school. The pains one son went through simply to fit in and be like everyone else were significant. My other son went through pain because he would not conform to those standards and walked his own path. The advice and perspective each one of them had as my youngest was on the cusp of entering high school were eye opening. Teenage children walk through the doors of their

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high school years and life comes at them in a variety of ways. Teachers may or may not understand and see them for the unique person that they are. A subculture within the school labels them, as they assume they know the person within. Peer groups have the power to accept or ostracize. Then there is the pressure of a whole new level of learning, homework and scholastic expectations. I walked through the doors of a high school as an adult when I worked for the school board and was confronted with a steep learning curve not unlike a new high school student. There was a feeling of â&#x20AC;&#x153;survival of the fittestâ&#x20AC;? within those walls. I didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t survive. I have empathy to-

wards the students who fall between the cracks in life, at school, at home, within their social group, in society. There are so many pressures out there. It isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t an easy life we are asking our youth to walk through. We do what we can as parents. We cannot infiltrate our childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s every thought and buffer out the world. We have to be brave enough to set them free and experience whatever life throws at them. Is it enough that we do not live a life of violence within our home? Will that take away their violent tendencies? Is it enough that we do not keep a firearm within our home? Does the lack of a weapon deter a violent nature?

Is it enough that even though we do our best, we are imperfect in our parenting? Each and every one of us can teach our children all we know and life could still tempt them with something we never in our wildest dreams imagined. All I can do is provide the best home I know to give my child. I have fought to maintain the peace and serenity within these walls we call a home. When it has been threatened, I have made changes. All I know how to do is to create a world within our home and family that my children will subconsciously navigate their lives toward. It is all that I know how to do. Our world has become a strange and foreign place

to me. There is a quiet, subtle change out there that makes me want me to keep my teenage son safe within these walls. Even though my adult children have survived and appear to be thriving out there, there is a fear lurking within me. When the someoneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s child lashes out at the world, I wonder, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Could I be his mother?â&#x20AC;? We cannot control the way our teens internalize the world, their pain, their isolation and the way they perceive life. We can do the best that we can and it simply may not be enough. Love your children, young and grown. Sometimes, that is all that we can to do.

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Asking for volunteers can result in a disaster

Ed, my neighbour next door, has lots to say to me privately because we live next door to each other, but he makes it a steadfast rule to avoid me in public. Ed and Ruby were seated at OSAC Concert Series when we arrived last Saturday night. We were far enough away that Ed could completely ignore me. Almost at the end of his performance, Norman Foote asked for a couple of men volunteers. He had done so well with audience participation until that point. The first volunteer from the audience was a bright, confident four-yearold little girl who sang the ABC song like a professional child star. The second

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca time a lady volunteer sang wonderfully, You Are My Sunshine. The performer struck gold again the third time with an older girl volunteer who became a puppet that did movements to his song. If only he had left well enough alone. In the second half the

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Whether you have been Christian 1 day or 50 years there has never been a better time to read the Bible. Join us in 2014 and make this the year you read your Bible. What you can expect: • Free planner making the Bible into daily readings approx. 4 chapters/day • bi-weekly sessions to look at highlights of the latest readings • free admission This Week’s Studies The Trinity - The Teaching that the Apostles Never Taught The Son of God is not God Himself, neither is the Holy Spirit a being in itself, but rather the power of God. There is only one God and none else beside Him, neither is there different beings that make up one God. Not only is the Trinity not taught, but there is proof against the Trinity.

Sunday, Dec.7, 2014 2:30 - 3:30 pm at the Don Ross Centre, North Battleford, SK For more info email: readyourbible2014@outlook.com Sponsored by the Christadelphians

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.

Notre Dame (RC) Parish 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.

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S 11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Father Greg Elder

DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted

Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

WEEKEND: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.

Zion Lutheran

Community Baptist Church

306-445-5162

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

Battlefords Grace Community Church

OFFICE 306-445-3836 Email: notredame.nb@gmail.com www.notredameparish.ca EVERYONE WELCOME

10801 Winder Cres. - 15th Ave. & 108th St., North Battleford FELLOWSHIP HOUR - 9:30 A.M. WORSHIP SERVICE 10:30 A.M. www.battlefordslutheran.sk.ca Pastor Sheldon Gattinger Everyone Welcome

Sunday Morning Service - 11:00 a.m. Everyone Welcome Canadian National Baptist Convention

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ANGLICAN PARISH

SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service

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

1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Spanish Ministry)

191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK

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

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish

Hosanna Life Center

Rev. Father Vladimir Simunovic - 306-445-2731

52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177 SUNDAY SERVICES 10:30 a.m. Rev: Nora Borgeson

Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171 Rev. Frances Patterson

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Everyone Welcome Pastor Patrick Carty

Sunday School - 10:00 am Sunday Worship 11:00 am Weekly Kidz Zone, Prayer Meeting, Jr Youth & Small Groups 1231 - 104th Street North Battleford “A Community of believers Phone 306-445-7777 www.emmanuelfellowship.ca seeking more of God’s presence”

Meeting at 1122 - 101st Street Pastors: Peter & Lydia Litchfield Members of Christian Ministers Association

Come Join Us Sunday’s At 11:00 am A warm welcome is extended to everyone!

1702 - 106th Street North Battleford, SK

Third Avenue United Church

WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday

306-445-5079

TERRITORIAL DRIVE ALLIANCE CHURCH Battleford United Church

Pastor: Bill Hall

191 - 24th Street W., Battleford, Sk. 306-937-7575

SUNDAY SERVICES

Church Phone 306-445-4181

902 - 108th Street, North Battleford DIVINE LITURGY: Sundays at 9:30 am (last Sunday of the month at 11:30 am) Daily at 9:00 am

PASTOR: Fr. Anthony Afangide M.S.P.

306-445-4818 tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church 1401 - 98th Street North Battleford, SK

306-445-5901 SUNDAY 10:30 a.m. Everyone Welcome

Pastor: Rev. Allen Huckabay

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

Living Water Ministry

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

Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

St. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Roman Catholic Church - DELMAS

Rev. Father Greg Elder

SUNDAY MASS 9:00 a.m. Box 10, Delmas, SK S0M 0P0

Phone 306-937-7340

Battlefords Seventh-Day A Adventist Church Pastor Dave Miller Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, C North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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The proposed Saskatchewan Human Rights Code Amendment Act, 2014 will clarify that discrimination against transgender people is and has been against the law, as well as strengthen the rights of renters, regardless of sexual orientation, according to a government press release. The new act repeals an exemption that allowed landlords to refuse a renter based on their sexual orientation if renting a suite or duplex unit attached to the landlord’s own home. People will retain the ability to freely select their roommates or boarders. The proposed amendments also add gender identity as a prohibited ground of discrimination. This brings Saskatchewan in line with a number of provinces who have also made this protection explicit, as Canadian human rights tribunals have been recognizing protection on this basis for some time.

The proposed Saskatchewan Human Rights Code Amendment Act, 2014 also contains a number of administrative changes including: Raising the maximum damages the court can award from $10,000 to $20,000 where a person has wilfully or recklessly violated the Act or the person injured has suffered with respect to dignity; Increasing the maximum fines payable by those convicted of an offence to $10,000 for a first offence and $25,000 for each subsequent offence; Updating provisions that allow the Human Rights Commission to apply for court orders to produce information during an investigation; Making it an offence to interfere with an investigation by the Human Rights Commission; and Amending the Code’s hate speech provisions to remove wording the Supreme Court of Canada struck down.

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The volunteer Continued from Page 23 I should have refused. We men volunteers had to put a flower petal affair on our heads and were to dance as flowers. The other fellow was a good dancer and performer. I am not a good dancer, never have been, and the whole idea of dancing like a flower was pretty hard for my rusty old mind to assimilate. I know my attempts were pretty lame, and the performer had a look in his eyes like there is always one dud volunteer in every show. In the parking lot after the show, Ed said to me,

“You looked like a beached walrus flapping its flippers on stage. For everyone’s sake never go up as a volunteer.” On stage, I knew that nothing could save me when the performer wanted me to dance. Norman Foote displayed a lot of talent and ability as a singer/songwriter, comedian and puppeteer. I had no saving talent or ability for dancing. Thankfully, not being a dancer isn’t life threatening. Most folks know a life jacket will save them if their boat does capsize. It isn’t the only thing they can use to save themselves. Hanging on to any floating object in the water may mean the difference between life and death. Recently, there have been two interesting cases of Styrofoam coolers being used by two fishermen to keep them afloat until they could be rescued after their boats sank. Solano Salazar of Columbia clung to his cooler for two days until being rescued. Mexican fisherman, Raymundo Rodriguez survived a week after his boat sunk. He had climbed into a giant Styrofoam cooler that he had on his ship for his catch. When it comes to your sins, many things will not save you. If you want to save your soul from your sins, there is only one life preserver, and that is Jesus Christ. He was born into this world, and offered himself up as our ransom. We need to cling fast to Christ until we are safe in heaven.

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Managing Your Money

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You’ve been asked by a relative or close friend to be their Power of Attorney (POA) and you feel honoured because it means that person considers you to be trustworthy and capable. But what is a POA in the first place? A power of attorney is a legal document where one person (called the donor) gives authority

to another person (called the attorney) to manage some or all of the donor’s financial affairs while they are alive. There’s no doubt that when one person (the “donor”) gives another person (the “attorney”) POA over his or her assets, the donor is placing a significant amount of trust in the attorney and this could make the donor vulnerable to abuse. In an Enduring POA, an attorney has the power to

act on behalf of the donor if the donor becomes mentally incompetent, making the donor even more vulnerable to abuse if the attorney is not honest and trustworthy. In Quebec, once a person’s mental incapacity is established, the attorney (known as a “mandatary” in Quebec) acts under the provisions of a homologated mandate meaning the mandatory has been legally recognized by a court of law to act as the

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representative of the donor (known as the “mandatory” in Quebec). When you are acting under a POA, you are that donor’s attorney and have an obligation to act only in the donor’s best interests, not yours. If, as attorney, you instigate an action that is in your best interests rather than the donor’s, that is a conflict of interest. Here are a few examples of actions that would breach the duty of an attorney: • Adding the attorney or a family member as a joint owner of the donor’s property so the assets passes outside the estate and go directly to the surviving joint owner. (In Quebec, there is no right of survivorship on jointly-held property.) • Adding the attorney or a family member as a direct

beneficiary of a registered asset or life insurance policy so the funds will be paid directly to that beneficiary and not to the donor’s estate. (In Quebec, direct beneficiary designations are only effective on insurance products.) • Distributing the donor’s assets to the attorney or family members prior to the death of the donor (although some jurisdictions do allow attorneys to make small gifts from time to time). In some cases, the justification for carrying out actions like those described above, has been to save probate fee, however, probate fees are extremely low throughout Canada and should not be used as an excuse to drive these actions. In fact, adding joint owners and direct beneficiaries may be bad financial planning

in many cases. Instead, it is often more advisable to have the assets distributed through the estate, which may provide a more equitable distribution and more tax-planning opportunities. As an attorney you are accountable for actions done on behalf of the donor and could be asked by the court to account for all transactions made as an attorney. Seek advice from a lawyer and your professional advisor to help ensure that you stay on side. — Written and published by Investors Group Financial Services Inc. and Investors Group Securities Inc., presents general information only and is not a solicitation to buy or sell any investments. Contact your advisor for specific advice about your circumstances.

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Drivers reminded to slow down in the snow zone clear within 12 hours of a storm’s end. These routes have a daily traffic count between 300 and 1,500 vehicles; and • Level 3 – Goal is to clear within 24 hours of a storm’s end. These are all other highways with a traf-

detail will be provided for construction zones including Snow plow trucks and height, width, weight and operators have already been speed restrictions. out to clear the way for drivThese improvements ers this winter. build upon recently anMore than 300 snow nounced enhancements inplows are stationed across cluding an improved mobile the province available 24 site, a travel planning tool, hours a day, and a banseven days a ner for such week, states It is illegal to pass a plow at more t h i n g s a s a Saskamber alerts, than 60 km/h. atchewan according to – Ministry of Highways the press regovernment press release. lease. “Our crews The latest take the reroad consponsibility dition upof snow removal very seri- fic count of 300 vehicles dates are available on the ously,” Highways and In- or less. Highway Hotline at www. frastructure Minister Nancy Snow plows in operation saskatchewan.ca/highwayHeppner said. “They know create mini-blizzards known hotline. Recorded reports how important their work is as the Snow Zone. Motorists are also available by calling for the safety of the travel- who come upon a plow, are 306-787-7623 in Regina, ling public.” advised to slow down and 306-933-8333 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan’s highways let them clear the way. They the SaskTel cellular network are cleared on a priority sys- will pull over to let vehicles at *ROAD and toll-free tem based on population pass roughly every 10 kilo- across Canada at 1-888centres and traffic volumes: metres. It is illegal to pass a 335-7623. • Level 1 – Goal is to plow at more than 60 km/h. For road closures and clear within six hours of a The Ministry of High- travel not recommended storm’s end. These are major ways also advises travel- alerts on Twitter, check inter-provincial and com- lers to check the Highway out the Highway Hotline muter routes that connect Hotline for the latest road a c c o u n t @ S K G o v H w communities with a popu- information. New improve- yHotline. For general tips, lation of 3,000 or more and ments to the site include the visit the Highway Hotline on have a daily traffic count of addition of an incident icon Facebook at www.facebook. 1,500 vehicles or more; represented by an exclama- com/SaskatchewanHigh• Level 2 – Goal is to tion point. Also, greater wayHotline.

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We would like to thank the following exhibitors that made the fourth annual Try-A-Trade on November 19th, 2014 in No North Battleford a HUGE Success. • North West Regional College - Computer Networking Technician - Electrician - Hairstylist - Heavy Equipment & Truck & Transport Technician - InsƟtuƟonal Cooking - Programs Booth - Welding

• Saskatchewan Polytechnic - Machinist Program - Parts Management Tech. - Power Sports Equip. Tech. - Recruitment Services - Women in Trades and Technology (WITT) • 38 Service BaƩalion • Aluma Systems • BaƩlefords & District Co-op • BlackJack Holdings Ltd. • G & C Asphalt Ltd. • Gabriel Dumont InsƟtute Training & Employment

• Gold Eagle Lodge • Ironclad Safety Ltd. • JayDee AgTech Ltd. • Lakeland College • Leading Manufacturing Group Inc. (LMG) • Logan’s Day Spa • Meridian Surveys • NorSask Farm Equipment Ltd. • Nufloors • Nuna Training Technologies Ltd. • Praxair • RCMP ProAcƟve RecruiƟng • Saskatchewan ApprenƟceship

• Saskatchewan Building Trades • Saskatchewan ConstrucƟon AssociaƟon • Saskatchewan Indian InsƟtute of Technologies—BaƩlefords Industrial Career Centre (SIIT) • SaskEnergy • ScoƩ Campbell Dodge • Sheet Metal Workers Local 296 • Skills Canada Saskatchewan • United AssociaƟon of Journeymen and ApprenƟces of the Plumbing and Pipe Fiƫng Industry (U.A.) — Local 179 • WPD Ambulance

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Deadline: Friday 3 p.m. OBITUARIES RORKE: With heavy hearts the family of Richard (Boomer) James Rorke, of Edson, Alberta announce his death on Friday, November 28, 2014 at the age of 59 years. Boomer was born in Battleford, SK on July 25, 1955 to Harold and Olga Rorke (deceased). In 1974 he relocated to Edmonton, AB and then to Jasper, AB in 1976, where he began his career as a freestyle downhill train driver with Canadian National Railway. In September of 1978, he married his high school sweetheart Heather, and she joined him in Jasper. In 1987, Boomer and Heather transferred to Edson, AB where they raised their family. Boomer is survived and dearly missed by wife Heather and their family; Becky (Mark & Lily), Katie (Jonathan) and Jimmy (Braidee) all of Edson, AB, as well a host of dear friends and extended family. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Stollery Children’s Hospital Foundation or to the Alberta Cancer Foundation. A memorial service and celebration of Boomer’s life will be held on January 31, 2015 at 7pm at the Edson Legion. Cremation has taken place. ____________________________________________________ CLOSE: In Loving Memory Of Harold Clifford Close who was born September 27, 1932 at the farm near Sonningdale, SK and passed away Into The Presence Of The Lord, November 21, 2014 at North Battleford, SK. Harold is survived by his wife, Iris; daughter, Trena; son Trevor; sister Elaine Anderson & her children: Marti, Jon, Doreen & Tennille; nephew John Close and their families; sister-in-law, Helen Close; step-sisters Doreen and Shirley. Harold was predeceased by his parents Roy & Merle Close, brother, Forrest & infant sister, June Close; step-father, Mervil Jackson & step-sister, Joyce; brother-in-law, Jerry Anderson. The Funeral Service was held Wednesday, November 26, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. from Sonningdale Community Hall, Sonningdale, SK. with Rev. Arnold Hemmerling and Rev. Martyn Crabtree officiating. The Eulogy was given by Dale Sharp. Gifts of Music by Pianist ~ Trevor Close; Special Music ~ Wilf & Joan Rice: “Don’t Overlook Salvation” and “I Want To Stroll Over Heaven With You”; Processional - “Here I Am” - The Hoppers and Hymn Selections: “Just Over In the Glory Land”, “What A Day That Will Be” and “I’ll Meet You In The Morning”; Recessional ~ “Shoutin’ Time”: The Hoppers. The pallbearers were Jim Schultz, Murray Gray, Leonard Schultz, Graham Taylor, Bill Schultz & Wesley Close. Memorials are requested to Samaritan’s Purse, Sonningdale Pentecostal Church (to Missions), c/o: Box 17, Sonningdale, SK S0K 4B0. Interment took place at Sonningdale Cemetery, Sonningdale, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306)4464200

EULOGY Harold was born on the family farm near Sonningdale, Sept. 27, 1932. He attended Gunness School and then went to school in town in the United Church basement. One year he was able to attend Bethel Bible Institute in Saskatoon. He also took a memorable road trip to Texas with his brother in his early years. Harold loved farming and took over the family farm where his patience, creativity, work ethics, integrity and sense of humour helped him to be successful. He took his last crop off at 80 and sold the farm and retired to North Battleford in June, 2013. On Nov. 8, 1969, he married Iris Mansell in Richmond, BC. One of their honeymoon stops was the Grand Canyon where Harold said he’d be able to spit a mile. They raised two children, Trena and Trevor, on the farm where he would play ball with them after supper; made high jump poles out of fence posts and helped make forts in the trees. The family enjoyed many trips out to BC, also trips to Minnesota, the Black Hills and Disneyland. The family attended Sonningdale Pentecostal Church where Harold was treasurer for 54 years as well as a board member. He did volunteer work around town when needed and was on the Eagle Creek Rec. Board. Harold enjoyed carpentry work, building desks for the family, kitchen cabinets and their bedroom suite. Music was a great love of Harold’s. He sang tenor in the “Sonningdale Quartet” and loved going to gospel concerts. For 16 years, he attended the Gospel Music Celebration at Red Deer, AB. Harold was a committed Christian, having accepted the Lord as his Savior in his younger years. He tried to live his life as God would have wanted him to. He believed in the work of missions and supported various mission works around the world. In Harold’s words, “The best experience of my life…is salvation”. We will truly miss him, but we know where he is and we will see him again. CARD OF THANKS The family would like to express their thanks to the Third Floor Nurses at Battlefords Union Hospital & all the friends and family who came to visit. The food, flowers and cards were much appreciated. We would also like to thank Bob MacKay and staff for their assistance at this time. _____________________________________________________________

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JAMIESON: After 93 strong courageous years, Doris Eleanor (Cave) Jamieson of Highgate, passed away Nov. 9, 2014. Mom was born the second daughter of five children to H.L. and Ellen Cave at Eight Mile Lake, west of Battleford on Oct. 9, 1921. Mom attended school and worked with her family delivering milk and vegetables to cottage owners around Eight Mile Lake, until she married Arthur Jamieson in 1946 and moved to Highgate, 6 miles north and lived there until she passed away. Mom was active in the community by leading or volunteering for: the Red Cross, W.I., Highgate Homemakers, Highgate 4H, The Horticultural Society, ACW, still an active member of the Two Rivers Community Club, and the lives of her five children. 93 years of farm life caused Mom to have a deep rooted appreciation of nature, “God’s country” she called it. The family farm and summer cabin were her passions. Mom took many bus trips to see the country. The highlight of her travel was a trip to England to meet relatives. Mom was always happiest to be home watching the traffic on Highway 16 or the cattle in the pasture. Grandchildren and great-grandchildren always looked forward to the farm where Gram was involved in cattle drives, driving the grain truck, raising chickens, turkeys, pigs and a wild pet or two. Every cow had a name and never a shortage of potatoes in the large garden. Meals were served always on time, even picnics in the field at harvest or a good game of cards (Wizard to name one). Mom lived through the war and drought of the thirties and the passing of her husband, Arthur Jamieson in 1972, sister, Ethel (Cave) Jamieson (two sisters married two brothers), brothers, Charles and Fred Cave and son-in-law, Dave Schwan. Her sister Gwen Cave still lives in North Battleford. The family appreciated her strength, integrity and warm smile always with a twinkle in her eye. She was courageous, adventurous, admirable, a prankster and a friend to many. She was a brick to any family in need. Mom was a farmer, a homemaker, an accountant, an architect (designed blue print of her home and cabin), a vet, a mechanic and dead eye with a gun. Never anything too big or difficult. She said “set your mind to task and get it done”. A tomboy at heart and always up for a good joke. She loved to dance, sing, play piano with the kids, swimming and fishing and never complained when her line got tangled every time. She went in the boat at the lake, flowers in the spring and the first snowfall of winter. Family was her most valued treasure. Having the Famous Five (herself and her brothers and sisters), living within 10 miles of her, made holiday get-togethers in the log house, where they were born and raised, large family fun that Mom never missed even in snow storms. Mom enjoyed early morning phone calls or afternoon tea with her brothers and sisters. She had set times for her daughters: Nora, Marjory, Barbara and Connie to call and a voice that made our day. (Never a phone call between one and two). Every morning she enjoyed coffee with Bob to start her day. She was a friend to all, our Queen of Hearts, and will be missed and remembered by all who knew her. Doris is lovingly remembered by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Norah: Marty (Erin); Erica: Pamela (Chris); Brianna, Riley, Madison; Robert; Marjorie; Barbara (Sam): Nicole (Jeff); Olivia, Stella: Jennifer (Kevin); Tucker: Robyn (Lee); Kayden, Aiyla: Connie (Roy): Jamie (Grant); Kaitlin, Britney, Dawn; her sister, Gwen & sister-in-law, Vivian. A Celebration of Life was held Wed., Nov. 12, 2014 at St. Paul’s Anglican Parish Hall, North Battleford, SK with Rev. Canon Peter Norman officiating followed by a family Interment at Battleford Cemetery. Special thanks to the Two Rivers Community Club, Royal University Hospital, E.R.; W.P.D. Ambulance, Rev. Canon Peter Norman, A.C.W., and all who attended the Celebration; thank-you for all the cards and flowers and thank–you to Battlefords Funeral Service. ____________________________________________________

O’HARE: Dorothy Irene O’Hare of Turtleford passed away on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at the age of 93 years. Dorothy Irene O’Hare (Nault) was born on January 14, 1921, in the Fairholme area. She married Delbert Francis O’Hare on July 17, 1938, and they had nine children. Nan lived in the Turtle Lake area for years. She then moved to Livelong, Battleford, and finally in 2001, settled at the Turtle Valley Lodge in Turtleford until her passing. She was a member of the Legion Auxilary in Battleford and Livelong for many years. Nan spent most of her time as a homemaker and worked in a restaurant for a few years. She enjoyed her time at Aquadeo with her cousins, Trixie Delainey and Myrtle L’Heureux. She is predeceased by: her husband, Delbert; her son, Melvin; her daughters, Delrose, and Della; 4 brothers; and 2 sisters. Dorothy is survived by: her children, Roy, Wally (Bernadette), Dorothy (Blake), Darlene, Gladys (Gerald), and Cheryl (Rick); her daughter-in-law, Sue; 1 brother; 5 sisters; 2 sisters-in-law; 17 grandchildren; 13 great grandchildren; 2 great great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Funeral Service for Dorothy was conducted from the Livelong Community Hall on Saturday, November 29, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Don Skinner officiating. Bradley O’Hare, Dawne O’Hare-Anton, Carey Olson, Derek Starnes, Shae O’Hare, and Christie Starnes were the pallbearers, and All of Dorothy’s Grandchildren were the honorary bearers. Jamie Olson gave the eulogy, Bertha Lavoie did the reading, and Catherine Skinner was the organist. Interment followed in the Livelong Cemetery. MARSHALL’S FUNERAL HOME LTD., of St. Walburg, Saskatchewan administered the funeral arrangements. Donations in memory of Dorothy may be made to the Turtle Valley Lodge. Condolences may be emailed at www.marshallsfuneralhome.ca. CARD OF THANKS We would like to send a heartfelt thanks to all the people residing at Turtle Valley Lodge for your friendship over the years. To Cathy Braaten, we thank you for everything. To all the home care staff, R.N.s, L.P.N.s, and girls that came to the Lodge, we appreciate it. Thank you to the Dr.s and staff at Riverside Memorial for your kindness and professional care; and to Brenda and Michelle at Palliative Care in Lloydminster. To Marshall’s Funeral Home for taking care of the funeral arrangements; Reverend Don Skinner for the service, all the services at the Lodge, and visits with Mom in the last six weeks; and to the Livelong Community for the lunch, thank you all. Thank you to the RM of Mervin for plowing the roads. Finally to all the people who are with us today and share memories, we cannot thank you enough. The Family is truly grateful. THANK YOU! ____________________________________________________

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TOKLE: John “Jack” Dale Tokle was born March 20th, 1946 at Borden, SK and passed away November 21st, 2014 at Saskatoon, SK. Jack is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Judy, his loving children and grandchildren: Lori Navarro, North Battleford, SK: Jessica (Vancouver), Liam and Jaden; Lance Tokle (Heather), North Battleford, SK: Kylie and Koltyn; by his sisters, Jean (George) Toews, Saskatoon, SK and Janet (Don) Parry, Foam Lake, SK; sister-in-law, Marlene (Ernie) Labrecque, Edmonton, AB; his brother-in-law, Keith (Donna) Muller, Calgary, AB; he will be sadly missed by numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Jack was predeceased by his father, John Tokle (1976); his mother, Pheam Tokle (1991); infant brother, Douglas Tokle (1945); mother-in-law, Geraldine Muller (1992); father-in-law, William Muller (2011); sister-in-law, Maxine Plantz (2011); brother-in-law, Walter Plantz (1995). Celebration of Life was held Friday, November 28, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, North Battleford, SK. Memorials are requested to The Empty Stocking Fund, Box 657, North Battleford, SK. S9A 2Y7. Interment of Ashes will take place at a later date at North Battleford City Cemetery, North Battleford, SK. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service. (306)446-4200 CARD OF THANKS The family of the late Jack Tokle give a heartful thank-you to our family, friends and co-workers who have shown so much support and kindness through our time of loss. A special thank-you to Joe and Judy Fransoo for the beautiful words at his celebration of life, Rachel Florence and “the girls” for the dessert table and Bob MacKay and staff at Battlefords Funeral Service. Jack will be sadly missed by his family and friends and countless students, teachers, and co-workers whose lives were made better because he cared. ____________________________________________________

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IF TEARS COULD BUILD A STAIRWAY If tears could build a stairway, and memories a lane We would walk right up to Heaven and bring you back again No farewell words were spoken No time to say goodbye You were gone before we knew it and only God knows why Our heart still ache in sadness and secret tears still flow What it meant to lose you No one can ever know But now we know you want us to mourn for you no more To remember all the happy times life still has much in store Since you’ll never be forgotten we pledge to you today A hollowed place within our hearts is where you’ll always stay Forever in our hearts Cindy & Les Curtis, Nicole, Kayla, Braydon, Avery Christa, Shane, Liam John, Jamie, Tyson, Owen

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PRAYER CORNER St. Jude O Holy St. Jude, Apostle and Martyr, great in virtue and rich in miracles, near kinsmen of Jesus Christ, faithful intercessor of all who invoke Your special patronage in time of need. To You I have recourse from the depth of my heart and humbly beg you to whom God has given such great power to come to my assistance, help me in my present urgent petition. In return I promise to make Your name known and cause You to be invoked. Say three Our Fathers, three Hail Marys and Glorias. Publication must be promised. St. Jude pray for us and all who invoke Your aid. This Novena has never been known to fail. The Novena must be said for nine consecutive days. Thanks St. Jude and Sacred Heart. Thank you St. Expeditus AMCE

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Happy 40th Anniversary

FOR SALE REBUILT APPLIANCES Washers/Dryers Refrigerators & Freezers Ranges & Dishwashers 90 DAY GUARANTEE Battlefords Refrigeration & Appliance

Professional

ANNIVERSARIES

FOR SALE - MISC

July 30, 1916 - Dec. 8 2012

THE BATTLEFORDS CITIZENS ON PATROL PHONE 446-1720 for more information

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BOSCH Mixers 6.5Qt Mixer $449, VITAMIX Blenders, SPIRAL slicers, LEFSE Grills, BUNN Coffee makers, Grain mills, KITCHENAID 7qt Mixers $539 1.3hp. Call Hometech 1-888692-6724 Regina www.hometechcanada.ca

PROVINCE-WIDE CLASSIFIEDS. Reach over 550,000 readers weekly. Call this newspaper NOW or 306649.1400 for details.

RURAL WATER TREATMENT. Patented iron filters, softeners, distillers, “Kontinuous Shock” Chlorinator, IronEater. Patented whole house reverse osmosis. Payment plan. 1-800-BIG-IRON (244-4766); www.BigIronDrilling.com. View our 29 patented & patent pending inventions. Since 1957.

WANTED FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork and transportation. Licensed Dealer. 1.866.960.0045 www.dollars4guns.com.

CARD OF THANKS

Chartered Accountants 300 - 1291 - 102nd Street North Battleford, Sask. Phone: 306-445-6234 Fax: 306-445-0245

—PARTNERS— Al L. Baert, CA Dale L. Cameron, CA Suzanne L. Odishaw, CA Jacques la Cock, CA

Let Us Help You Keep Your Business Rolling! PLACE YOUR AD ON THIS PAGE

CALL 306-445-7261

Fax: 306-445-1977 Email: battlefords.publishing@sasktel.net

CARD OF THANKS

Battlefords Victim Services Would like to show our appreciation to

W. Brett Wilson and Family

for their financial contribution to assist our program in providing volunteer recognition events in 2014

Thank you to the W. Brett Wilson and Family Fund for supporting the Battlefords & Area Sexual Assualt Centre

PRAIRIE EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM would like to extend a warm thank you to

W. Brett Wilson & family for the generous 2014 donation.

Looking for Real Skills, Real Work and Real Wages? Prairie Employment Program 1202 - 101st Street, North Battleford Battleford, SK S9A 0Z8 Phone: (306)445-6404

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FARMS FOR SALE

WANTED - All Wild Fur, Shed Antler, Old Traps. Call Brian (306) 2787756 or (306) 278-2425 or Phil (306) 278-2299

SASK FARMS & RANCHES

WANTED: Canadian Wheat Board 1955-56 Permit Book and Grain Company Items Including calendars, pocket note books and rubber stamps. Box 5190 Humboldt, Sask. S0K 2A0

DOGS For Sale Miniature Dachshund puppies. Black & Tan smooth hair. Born Sept 30th. Phone 306-446-2002

LAND FOR SALE FARMLAND WANTED NO FEES OR COMMISSIONS! SUMMARY OF SOLD PROPERTIES Central - 206 1/4’s South - 75 1/4’s South East - 40 1/4’s South West - 65 1/4’s North - 6 1/4’s North East - 4 1/4’s North West - 12 1/4’s East - 51 1/4’s West - 49 1/4’s FARM AND PASTURE AVAILABLE

LAND

TO RENT

PURCHASING: SINGLE TO LARGE BLOCKS OF LAND. PREMIUM PRICES PAID WITH QUICK PAYMENT. RENT BACK AVAILABLE Call DOUG 306-955-2266 saskfarms@shaw.ca

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES

HOUSES FOR RENT

LOON LAKE: 642 ac. - 251 cult. ac., assess. 46,225/qtr. NORTH BATTLEFORD: 699 ac. - 615 cult. ac, assess. 58,590/160 ac., incl. 400 ac. potato contract, irrigation equip. 3 full qtr. & 1 half qtr. section pivots, pump station w/ new pumps...call for details! NORTH BATTLEFORD: 569 ac. - 455 cult ac., assess. 51,685/160 ac. SHELL LAKE: 3090 ac. - 2624.51 deeded + 466.27 leased, 154 cropped, 330 hay, bal. pasture on Shell River 3 yard sites with two homes! Farm Equip. & Livestock optional! SPIRITWOOD: 306 ac. - 1677 sq. ft. home on mature yard, strong water supply, 189 cult. ac., assess. 63,300/qtr. UNITY: 160 ac. - all nat. grass, fenced, D spring fed water, assess. SOL23,700/qtr. 144 Registered Sales So Far in 2014!

For all of your buying or selling needs contact Jeff Hegland (306) 441-6777

SUITES FOR RENT

1 Bedroom Suite

SENIORS AFFORDABLE HOUSING New easy access 2 bedroom unit in a four-plex 6 appliances

in Senior Duplex for rent. Available immediately.

$821/month. Must be 55+ and make under $44,500 per household.

Jean Epe 306-549-2213 Hafford Housing Authority

Call Mel 306-445-1044

FOR RENT 2 or 3 Bedroom Mobile Homes Starting at $600.00/month

1 Bedroom Basement Suite for Rent includes heat/water, tenant pays own power. No smoking, no pets, no children. Looking for quiet working adult. Off street parking/newly renovated. Rent $750/monthly, damage required & references. Available October 1. Call 306-481-3288.

Call (306) 445-8778 (306) 441-3418 LAND/PASTURE FOR RENT Land for Rent Hafford area approximately 540 acres cultivated. Phone 306-5494708, 306-441-1538, 306-446-4302 evenings

Large 2 Bedroom suite main floor of the house. All utilities and cable included. Coin operated laundry on site. No small children, smoking or pets. Quiet working adults. Available Dec 1. $1350/month plus damage deposit. Ref required. Call 306-4813288 Leave message.

TENDERS

LANE REALTY Saskatchewan's Farm & Ranch Specialists™

WITH OVER 30 YEARS IN THE BUSINESS

PHONE:

(306) 569-3380 EMAIL:

lanerealtycorp@sasktel.net

I Buy Ugly Houses Buying beat up revenue homes, stalled reno projects, foreclosure properties, estates or what have you? Cash offers quick closing. Must be within city of NB or town of Battleford. Call Derrick 306-230-6919

GET FREE VENDING MACHINES Can Earn $100,000.00 + Per Year. All Cash-Retire in Just 3 Years. Protected Territories. Full Details CALL NOW 1-866-668-6629 Website WWW.TCVEND.COM

2 Bedroom Home for rent, come with fridge and stove, $1,150/month. Water included. Call 306-441-6728

FINANCIAL SERVICES

HOUSES FOR RENT

Need A Loan? Own Property? Have Bad Credit? We can help! Call toll free 1 866 405 1228 www.firstandsecondmortgages.ca

3 Bedroom House for Rent at 101-24th Street in Battleford, SK. F/S - W/D. No Pets. Ref Required. Call 306-446-2914

DUPLEXES FOR RENT

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 ~ 12:30 - 4:30 pm 16 Buildings - Bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Suites Adult & Family Buildings Phone: 306-445-6710

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Community Events Calendar ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Thursday, Friday & Saturday, December 4, 5 & 6

Spec available upon request at 306-549-7969 or 306-260-2969.

A Walk through Bethlehem at the Battlefords Seventh Day Adventist Church, 1611 - 93rd Street. Friday & Saturday from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 noon - 4:00 p.m.

Mail tenders to Box 265, Hafford, SK, S0J 1A0 Submit tenders by January 23rd, 2015

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, December 5, 6 & 7

Saturday, December 6 Battlefords 2000 Lions Christmas Bazaar at the Alex Dillabough Centre, Battleford from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 60 Vendors - great Christmas gift ideas.

Saturday, December 6

ADOPT A PET

Black Jack this little ball of fur was found and brought in to us on a cold November day. He was a little cold and scared when he first got here but now he is all warmed up and definitely feeling comfortable in his surroundings. He loves to play and loves to be around people. He will do anything to make you laugh or please you. He is also just as happy to lay by your feet and take a nap. If you think this guy is the puppy for you then come on down today. Lets give Black Jack a home and a family for Christmas. Chuck is a handsome little guy who at a year old is still only the size of an 8 month old kitten and still has the personality of a kitten. He loves to play with his cage mates and also doesn’t seem to mind dogs at all. If you think Chuck is the puurrfect match for you then come on down to the shelter today to meet this small guy.

Please spay or neuter your pets! Check out all our Shelter animals in need of homes at: www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com

COMING EVENTS

Christmas Tea and Bake Sale at the Zion Lutheran Church, 10801 Winder Cres., North Battleford from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Saturday, December 6 Borden Farmers Market Christmas Sale at Borden Community Centre and Senior’s Room from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Lunch by Grads of 2015.

Sunday, December 7 Battlefords Wildlife Federation Annual Henry Kelsey Horn Scoring Social at the BWF Clubhouse Junction of Hwys 16 & 40. Doors open at noon. For more info phone Kevin at 306-445-5680.

Sunday, December 7 Christmas Celebration Banquet at the Territorial Drive Alliance Church, 2302 Clements Drive from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Dinner with music to follow. Tickets available at the church office or call 306445-5158.

Sunday, December 7 Battlefords Scuba Community is holding free workshop introduction to Snorkeling (Skin Diving) at the Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Masks, snorkel and fins are provided for the session but participants can bring their own if they wish. Learn the basics of using this equipment safely and comfortably. Participants must register in advance by phoning Dennis at 306-9377195 to register.

Sunday, December 7 Borden Lion’s Festival of Music at the Borden Community Centre at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, December 7

Admission: $ 5.00/day or $10.00 for full event

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Come out and cheer on all of o the Mens Teams including Aaron Shutra S playing with the Kevin Marsh team

NORTHLAND POWER CURLING CENTRE #2 - 623 CARLTON TRAIL, NORTH BA BATTLEFORD, SK More information will be made available on website at www.battlefordscurling.com or facebook at Twin Rivers Curling Club

Macro Properties

Two Bedroom Suite in quiet Adult Complex, available Dec. 1st or sooner. Security $700.00, Rent $700.00. Call to view 306-481-2836

A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal, etc. Phone 306-4458439

Glaslyn’s Community Dinner Theater presents Love by the Bolt. For tickets call 306-342-7890.

Top Floor east facing. 55+ Condo. Large Master Bedroom, second bedroom/den, bath. Fridge, Stove, Washer, Dryer, Wall A/C. $130,000 negotiable. Immediate Possession Available. Call: 306-441-5957

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

SERVICES FOR HIRE

Please call our 24 hour helpline at 306-446-6166 for support or information.

PETS

HOUSES FOR SALE

SUITES FOR RENT

Tenders to build & install walkway around roof top/ A/C /furnace unit at Hafford Communiplex.

www.lanerealty.com

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR SALE

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North Battleford City Kinsmen Concert Band performs 65 years of Music and Mayhem from 2:30 - 4:00 p.m. at the Dekker Centre. Phone Vivian at 306-445-5013 for more information.

Sunday, December 7 Merry Christmas Concert at the Meota Community Complex at 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday, December 9 Turtleford’s 50+ Potluck Supper in the seniors room.

Tuesday, December 9 Seniors Christmas Party at St. Joseph Hall, 1942 - 98th Street. Starting at 2:00 p.m. with bingo and coffee. Entertainment by Meota Hobby Band. Christmas supper at 4:00 p.m. All seniors welcome.

Wednesday, December 10 Maymont Library Tea & Bake Sale at the Maymont Library from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Please join us for this annual event.

Friday, December 12 Old Tyme Dance at the Pioneer Hall, North Battleford from 8:00 10:30 p.m. Live bands. For more info phone 306-445-5036.

Friday & Saturday, December 12 & 13 Christmas Bazaar at the Battleford United Church for all ages.

Saturday, December 13

battleford@macroproperties.com 732B - 110th Street

Topline Social Dance Club - Hamps at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1352 - 100th Street from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with lunch. Min. age 19. Phone Jean 306-445-8815, Sharon at 306-446-0446 or Leela 306445-7240. SOLD OUT - NO SEPARATE DANCE TICKETS.

1&2 Bedroom Suites

Seniors Christmas Potluck Supper at the Do Drop In, Meota at 5:30 p.m.

• Fridge, stove, washer, dryer • Some are air conditioned Rental rate: $650 to $1,200 per month Complete application: 1441 - 100th Street Or Phone 306-445-8571 or 306-441-0950 One Bedroom apartment for rent comes with fridge and stove, references required. 445-4646

Sunday, December 14 Tuesday, December 16 The Saskatchewan Baseball Museum will be hosting their annual Christmas “Open House” at the museum, 292-22nd Street, Battleford, from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, 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 306445-3223. 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, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

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SERVICES FOR HIRE

DOMESTIC CARS

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RITE-WAY SERVICES

Saskatchewan

This Week’s Hottest Jobs!!

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get the online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1888-528-0809 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

HOME & COTTAGE RENOVATIONS All Insurance Claims Decks, Fencing and Painting

Call 306-446-2059 or 306-386-2312 HEALTH SERVICES

Essene Energy Therapies Reiki Healing sessions from Reiki Master PHONE:

306-480-8509

EMAIL: esseneenergytherapies@gmail.com

FARM SERVICES

Call GNG for massive year end herbicide sales: • Guaranteed best prices • All farmers welcome (no memberships) • Delivered to the yard • No deposit on containers • GNG dealers in most areas (new dealers welcome) Products: • Smoke – loaded glyphosate • Clever – one pass cleaver control • Foax – green foxtail and wild oats • Diquash – desiccant • Inject-N – full line of inoculants • Diesel fuel – 30,000+ litre min • 20+ new actives being developed For all details please contact us at 306 477-4007 or info@gng.ag or visit our website at www.gng.ag

FEED & SEED HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252 Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

Western Commodities 877-695-6461 Visit our website @ www.westerncommodities.ca

STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES

GRAIN / FERTILIZER BINS -Factory Direct Pricing -Smooth Wall –––––––––– AGI Envirotank Biggar, SK 1-800-746-6646 info@envirotank.com STEEL BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% OFF! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100 sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206 www.crownsteelbuildings.ca

PAWLUS Motor Licence Issuer

INSURANCE SERVICES LTD. 1292 - 102nd Street, North Battleford

306-445-8059 “SERVING ALL YOUR INSURANCE & MOTOR LICENCE NEEDS”

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

SaskPower Apprentice Linesperson Regina, Saskatchewan Aboriginal hiring initiatives within Canada are of top of mind for todays employers To view these jobs and many more please visit our Aboriginal recruitment website at www.ﬁrstnations jobsonline.com

First Nations Jobs nline phone 306 229 6774

North Battleford 101026887 Saskatchewan Ltd. o/a Tim Hortons 9803 Territorial Drive, 11402 Railway Ave. North Battleford and 92 Battleford Crossing requires 6 Food Service Supervisors full-time/available all shifts. $13.02 per hour plus beneÀts. Apply in store with resumé to Kim, Marion or Brett, or by email timhortons2846@yahoo.ca

EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE PROBLEMS Call the Unemployed Workers Help Centre

All services free of charge Saskatoon: 306-525-5138 www.unemployedworkerscentre.org

PART-TIME PURCHASING MANAGER ASSISTANT - The Assistant will support the Purchasing Department with the planning,ordering and scheduling of all materials for the manufacturing process and the other support departments as required to insure a smooth flow of materials and supplies. Any employee with any administrative skills qualify for the post. Send Resume to (gary.grahham@outlook.com) Tel: 647-677-9810 Pyrenees akbash pups for sale. Born 28th of August. To working parents. Bonded to sheeps, will make good yard dogs. Call: (306)845-2404

Looking for a great career? Riverbend Co-op in Outlook, SK is now hiring for a MEAT MANAGER. Experience required. Contact Dale or Shauna at (306) 867-8614 or by email - sforrister.rvrbnd@sasktel.net

OBS GYNE:

- General understanding of oil and gas production operations, - Day-toDay management & reporting of single/ multi-well oil batteries, water gathering, injection system and atmospheric treating facilities, - Mechanical aptitude, desire to learn, ability to work as part of a team are the prime qualiﬁcations, - Individual requires a valid drivers licence, industry safety training/tickets. Also requires WCB and proof of insurance for contract positions. Caltex is an equal opportunity employer. Should you meet the qualiﬁcations and be interested in the position please forward your resume to careers@ caltexresources.com or via fax to 306-834-0025.

PO Box 46 Site 145 RR1 Brandon, Manitoba R7A 5Y1 Class 1 Drivers Required **$0.48/mile to start** **Paid Can/US border crossings** **Paid loading** **Paid unloading** **Beneﬁts incl. vision, health, dental, disability** **Company matched pension** Contact Tyler P: 204.571.0187 ext. 5 F: 204.571.9363 E: theuchert@ renaissancetrans.ca

Fadare 306-446-5558 SpesMed Medical Center DrDrSKOyewole 306-446-5545 SURGEONS: Dr M Gieni 306-446-5543 Dr H du Plessis 306-446-5555 Dr M Retief 306-446-0263

2591 - 99th St. N North Battleford

Notice of Call For Nominations School Division By-Election

Public notice is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the office of: Board Member: Northwest School Division No. 203 Turtleford/Mervin/Livelong Sub-Division No. 4 (Number of vacancies - 1) The Nomination Officer will receive nomination of candidates for the said office during normal office hours from Wednesday, December 3rd to Tuesday, December 16th and on the 17th day of December, 2014 from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Northwest School Division No. 203, Meadow Lake office and Turtleford office, Saskatchewan. Nomination forms may be obtained at the following locations: Northwest School Division No. 203 525 - 5th Street West Meadow Lake, SK S9X 1B4

Northwest School Division No. 203 Railway Ave., PO Box 280 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0

Dated this 2nd Day of December, 2014. JOURNEYMAN Heavy Duty Mechanic required for oilfield trucking company. Will consider 3rd year apprentice or higher. Full-time position. Phone resume to: 780-842-6444. Fax 780-842-6581. Email: rigmove@telus.net.

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Caltex Resources Ltd. is seeking a Contract or Employee Production Operator in the Kerrobert Area

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

PHYSIOTHERAPIST: Lizelle Craib 306-446-5543

Charlie McCloud Returning Officer

LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the R.M. of Mervin No. 499 has received an application for a discretionary subdivision. The subdivision application is for a single-parcel country residential subdivision consisting of proposed Parcel B and Parcel C in the SE 1/4 Section 33-51-21-W3M as shown in “Schedule A” below. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in the Agriculture District - Schedule A, section (B) (f) of Bylaw 94-4, known as the RM of Mervin No. 499 Zoning Bylaw. Schedule A

PSYCHIATRIST: Dr Y Mahmood 306-446-5554

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL [SUBSECTION 160.23(2) OF THE ACT]

The Rural Municipality of Meeting Lake No. 466 Municipal Elections 2014 Division 5 Whereas: Bob German, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 5 is the only candidate, I hereby give notice that no voting for the office will take place on December 17, 2014. Dated this 1st day of December, 2014. Janelle Lavallee Returning Officer

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Monday, December 15, 2014 at 7:00 pm at the Golf Course Clubhouse

Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on January 13th, 2015 in the R.M. of Mervin office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to January 9th, 2015, to the R.M. of Mervin No. 499, Box 130, Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0. L. Ryan Domotor Municipal Administrator December 4, 2014

DEKKER CENTRE for the performing arts

“Where anything can happen.”

Contact: 306 445 7700

Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts Board The Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts Inc. provides a facility to present diverse events and encourage the arts as an essential component of our community. The Board of Directors is looking for individuals in the business and arts community of North Battleford to serve on our Board or Board Committees. If you are interested, please forward a short letter or resumé by December 19th, 2014 summarizing your qualiﬁcations to kculmer@sasktel.net. For more information contact Nominating Committee Chair Karen Ulmer at 306-445-2864.

Caltex Kerrobert Production Operator PB

Join Flight Centre as a Travel Consultant in Saskatoon, and boost your career with a global organization and one of the fastest growing businesses of its kind in the world! Receive uncapped earning potential and comprehensive personal and professional development. For full details, and to apply online, please visit www.applyfirst.ca/jobF163266

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

® ®

Food Counter Attendants/ Kitchen Help Full & Part-Time $12.00 per hour

Must be available for various shifts. Apply within: 1702 - 100th St. North Battleford, SK Ph: 306-445-4408 Fax: 306-445-1299 Email: BattlefordKFC@hotmail.com

B AT T L E F O R D S Y O U T H

SOCCER

INC.

Now hiring for contract

Executive Director Position Visit bysi.ca for information and job description details. Closing date Dec 5, 2014

The Wakaw Co-op is currently accepting applications for:

Meat Manager You should be a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills. Everyday our staff work together to provide a personalized shopping experience that exceeds member expectations. Join the team that offers competitive wages, every Sunday off, a fun work environment and superior

Under the direction of the Public/Water Works Operation Foremen, carry out a variety of physical work duties for the maintenance and repair of roadways, sidewalks, utilities and all other associated functions.

outdoor activities and is an ideal community to raise a family! If you have a positive, upbeat attitude apply today to be a part of the Wakaw Co-op team.

Applicants may submit detailed application/resumé including references to: Human Resources Dept., City of North Battleford, PO Box 460, S9A 2Y6; Fax: (306) 445-0411; email: sdegenstein@cityofnb.ca. Deadline for applications is: December 12, 2014.

Wakaw Co-op Food Store Manager 223 1st St S, Wakaw, SK S0K 4P0 Fax: 306-233-5244 Email: wakawcoopfood@sasktel.net

Please Note: The City wishes to thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Administrator Position

The Village of Edam is accepting applications for the position of Urban Municipal Administrator. This is a 4 day/24 hours/week position offering a competitive salary as well as group insurance and pension plan benefits. Applicants should have a minimum Urban Standard Certificate of qualification in Local Government Administration or be willing to take the course (can be taken by correspondence) The successful individual must be able to work independently and manage time, be detail oriented, have strong leadership qualities, excellent verbal and written communication skills, planning and accounting skills. Experience with Word, Excel and Simply Accounting are definite assets. If you are interested in a challenging career please submit a detailed resumé and cover letter with references and salary expectations to the address listed below. Village of Edam Box 203 Edam SK S0M 0V0 Phone: 306-397-2223 Fax: 306-397-2626 Email: edamvill@sasktel.net We thank all those who apply but only those applicants selected for an interview will be notified. Closing date for applications: When filled.

For more details: www.cityofnb.ca

(Only those considered for the interview will be contacted)

TOWN OF BATTLEFORD Utility Department

VILLAGE OF EDAM

LABOURER

PW (Operations) Department Permanent Full-Time

Maintenance Personnel This position involves assisting with the operation and routine maintenance of all facilities, equipment and functions within the Utilities Department. The qualified candidate must be self-motivated, reliable, accurate and efficient in completing assigned tasks and must be able to meet and deal tactfully with co-workers and the public in a courteous and responsive manner. A sound-working knowledge of all utility equipment, systems and mechanically inclined, would be an asset. Must have a grade 12 diploma and a valid Saskatchewan driver’s license (Class 5 or better). This is a Union position. Starting wage is $16.39 per hour as per the Union Contract. We thank all applicants for your interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Deadline for applications including a cover letter, resumé and references is: 1:00 p.m., Monday, December 8, 2014 For a complete job description, contact Kevin Chaykowski at (306)-937-6223. Please submit applications to: Kevin Chaykowski Superintendent of Public Works and Utilities Town of Battleford Box 40 Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 Email resumé: kevin@works.ca Or drop off at: Works Shop Main Office 412 - 26th Street West Battleford, SK S0M 0E0

WANTED PAPER CARRIERS

RIVER VIEW VIIEW 5th Avenue 500 - 800 Block 99 - 100 - 101

110 Street 13th - 18th Blocks FOR MORE DETAILS CALL CHUCK Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

at 306-445-7261

BATTLEFORDS PUBLISHING 892-104th Street, North Battleford, SK

Phone 306-445-7261

WANTED SUB

HERE

Love to walk? Why not get paid to do it? We are curren currently ntly looking for RELIEF CARRIERS to deliver the newspaper FOR MORE DETAILS CALL CHUCK Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

at 306-445-7261

BATTLEFORDS PUBLISHING 892-104th Street, North Battleford, SK

Phone 306-445-7261

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

RN, Lab Tech or LPN Require part-time

to complete mobile insurance paramedicals and collection of specimens in North Battleford area. Must have venipuncture experience. Fax resumés to: 306-373-7113 or Email to: michele_unger@qus.ca

1-800-661-5001

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Prairie North Health Region (PNHR) is currently seeking applications for Permanent Casual Continuing Care Assistants at the Battlefords District Care Centre, Villa Pascal and River Heights Lodge. Continuing Care Assistants provide 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. Applicants must have a Continuing Care Assistant certificate from a recognized program. Consideration will also be given to caring and compassionate individuals who would be willing to obtain the required certification within a two year period. Applicants must be available to work all shifts. Applicants must have the ability to work independently and knowledge of basic computer skills with excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. A valid driver’s license, where required by the job. Remuneration is in accordance with the applicable CUPE/ SAHO Collective Agreement. Applicants may forward their resumés for the above noted positions in confidence, complete with references, by 23:59 CST December 11, 2014, to the address below. Please note the posting number of the position you are applying for. PNHR Human Resources, SHNB – Administration Wing P. O. Box 39, North Battleford, SK S9A 2X8 Email: hrreception@pnrha.ca Fax: (306) 446-6810 For further information regarding employment opportunities within PNHR, Please refer to the website at www.pnrha.ca

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Dogwoods: variations of variegation

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Ivory Halo Dogwood

By Sara Williams

Gardeners have an enormous appreciation for variegated foliage – leaves that contain white, cream, pink, yellow or purple in addition to the “normal” green. Like shrubs with golden and silver foliage, variegated shrubs can be used to show off shrubs with purplish foliage. Plant them adjacent to and slightly behind the shrubs with the purple foliage for the best effect. Although many shrubs have variegated foliage (varying from pinkish through gold and white-silver), the hardiest, the most striking and the most readily available are found among the dogwoods (Cornus). Several species have prominent variegation. Red-osier dogwood (Cornus sericea, syn. C. stolonifera) is native to the Canadian prairies, often found growing wild on the edge of sloughs or bush in moist situations. But red-osier dogwood is surprisingly adaptable and moderately drought tolerant once established. It has an irregular but somewhat mound-like form, with a height and width of 1.8 to 2.7 metres. The green leaves, opposite and simple, are prominently veined, oval and with pointed tips, turning red purple in fall. The small, white, flat-topped clusters of flowers in May and June give rise to bluish-white berries. The stems are dull red, becoming greyish with age and increased diameter (not unlike people). Redosier dogwoods grow well in full sun to partial shade (up to 70% shade), with the best fall foliage colour in full sun. They tolerate a range of soils. Although they do better with even moisture, they are moderately drought tolerant once established. The oldest stems can be removed at ground level to promote new growth with a bright red stem colour to enhance your winter landscape. They are well placed in shrub borders, as foundation plantings or used

arden Chat in naturalization. Silver and Gold is large (1.8 metres in height and spread) and better used in larger landscapes. It has variegated green foliage with a white margin and yellow stems and good winter value. White Gold, with a height and spread of 2.5 metres, has green and creamy white variegated foliage and bright gold winter stems. There are many variegated selections of Tartarian dogwood (Cornus alba). ‘Argenteo-marginata’, the silver-leafed dogwood, has a height and spread of 1.5 to 2 metres, variegated grey-green and creamy white foliage and

red winter stems. It does best in partial shade. Ivory Halo is an upright, compact selection. The green leaves have white margins, and the stems are red in winter. It has a rounded form and is 1.5 metres in height and spread. ‘Gouchaltii’ (aka Gold and Rose) is more rounded than most, with a height and spread of 2 metres. It has variegated green leaves with yellow margins, often with a pink tinge, and red winter stems. Unfortunately, it appears susceptible to aphids. Silver Charm is a dense, slow-growing, dwarf dogwood, approximately 1 metres in height and spread with silver and green variegation. It’s well suited to a smaller landscape. Willaims is the author of the new and revised ‘Creating the Prairie Xeriscape.’ In her latest book, ‘Saskatoon

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Love affair with art spans five decades By Michael Brokop

I have always been an artist and I have developed a passion for photography as a visual avenue of expression and enablement that has been my mainstay for the past 50 years. Art has been with me all my life. Upon arriving in Canada at the age of seven and living in a rural setting, education

was a valued commodity and consumed my early years. I experienced great art teachers who empowered me to my goal of becoming an art educator. My youth was composed of hard labour and school. Being raised by my mother and two stepfathers, I focused on independence as soon as I graduated from university. Although the opportuni-

ties were available to continue with further education, the real world was calling me to enjoy the fruits of my labour. After working in northern Saskatchewan for eight years, I moved to the Battlefords in 1980. I worked in administration at the local college until 2000 and during that time until the present I have been a sessional lecturer with the

University of Saskatchewan for the Department of Art and Art history. I also worked for the City of North Battleford until 2012 at the Allen Sapp Gallery and Chapel Gallery. For the majority of that time I was the curator of the Chapel Gallery. It is in this community that my wife Sharon and I raised our two daughters, Tess and Tayla.

I have become known as an art photographer who pays attention to water as a subject of admiration. I have had exhibitions throughout the province in about 15 galleries during my years as a photographer. Upon retirement in August of 2012 I used mask making as a transitional form of therapy. This current body of decorative and wearable masks is unique in form and expression use papier-mĂ˘chĂŠ to create the physique of the mask and the apply-

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Love affair with art spans five decades Continued from Page 37 In future I am to be working on wearable masks that cover a portion of the human face and they will assimilate the wearer and the outer mask persona. As the onlooker, I hope you delight in my creations that deliver me a venue of critique, empowerment and community. I currently have a working studio on 101st Street in North Battleford called ARC (artist run centre), where my works are on display and can be viewed Fridays from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. and Saturdays from noon until 4 p.m.

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Weather a popular topic, but it could be worse By Lorna Pearson Correspondent The weather is the main topic of discussion these days, but again we didn’t have it worse than many other places, and we have dug our way out of the deep snow. The men have done a great job of moving the snow so you can get around on foot or by vehicle. When it gets as cold as it did on the weekend you know it will get better and the wind has not been bad. Duplicate bridge was played Nov. 25, at the Do Drop In with top scores going to Joyce Antoine and Robert Iverson, second were

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Margaret Dyck and Ross Morton. They had a good turnout and enjoyed themselves. The Sons of Norway are holding their Christmas Party at the Do Drop In Dec. 7, with all Scandinavian dishes. We are looking forward to this event. We lost one of my husband’s sisters, Nov. 25, at Kelowna, B.C. Faye (Pearson) MacLean grew up in Spiritwood and was 77 years of age, so there’ll be some folks who still remember her. Returning to Chitek Lake for the funeral of Andrew Crossland Nov. 29 were siblings and relatives. Andrew passed away in an Edmonton

eota News hospital where he went from White Court, Alta. He was only 72 years old and lived in Chitek in the summertime. His service was held from the Catholic Church in Leoville, lunch and interment at Chitek Lake. In Edmonton a new remand center has been built and the old building that has been sitting empty is being renovated for an overflow for the homeless. We can only hope it’s in operation by now. The tragic burning

of the building in the town of Melfort, will be a great loss to their community. It was 80 per cent finished and under the direction of Northeast Outreach and Support Services Women Shelter. It was a community effort, funded by local businesses and federal and provincial funds. It burned at 5 a.m. Nov. 30. It was to be a safe haven for victims of violence and sexual assault. The town is devastated. The Merry Christmas Concert will be held in the Meota Community Complex Sunday, Dec. 7 at 7 p.m. The driver and lone occupant of a minivan managed to escape when his vehicle went through the ice on Lac

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Carols by Candlelight will be at the Good Shepherd Church in Turtleford on Dec. 19 at 7:30 with lunch to follow, by the AUCW. Filling the positions vacated by Carmen and Lloyd Beaumont in the Strides program are Bob Zurowski and Phyllis Kessler, very dedicated people. The Hobby Band will be entertaining at St. Joe’s Dec. 9 at 2 p.m. Contract bridge played at the Do Drop In Dec. 1 had top score by Mary Greenwald and second high by Eric Callbeck.

Former member dies at age 97 By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent MAIDSTONE — Bingo was played Nov. 12 at the Maidstone Drop In Centre with Margaret MacEachern and Jean Hartman doing the calling. The loonie pot was divided among Dorothy Kissick, Noel Coulthard and Dorothy Schwartz. Lunch was provided by Margaret MacEachern. Cards were cancelled Nov. 17 due to a funeral for a former member, Hettie Richardson. Hettie was 97 years old and had lived at Pine Island Lodge for the last few years. Her funeral was held at the Legion Hall with Henry Sanatazky officiating. Bingo was played Nov. 19 with Margaret MacEachern and Jean Hartman doing the calling. Lunch was provided by Jean Stewart and Jean Hartman. Cards were played at the centre Nov. 24. Cribbage winner was Denise Newton,

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low was Jean Harman. Kaiser winner was Lil McMillan and low was Dorothy Schwartz, who also provided lunch. Bingo was played Nov. 26 with Margaret MacEachern and Jean Hartman doing the calling. The loonie pot was divided among three people. Lunch was provided by Neol Coulthard. Thank you to the town workers for clearing off our parking lot. Communities in Bloom are to be complimented for the festive seasonal displays. They really get you in the mood for Christmas and brighten up the town. Hanging baskets and planters that had wonderful floral displays all summer are filled with winter and Christmas displays.

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Ile-a-la-Crosse Nov. 16. The vehicle is submerged at the bottom of the lake waiting for the ice to get thick enough to support the heavy equipment necessary to extract it. The Do Drop In Seniors are hosting their Christmas potluck supper on Dec. 14, at 5:30 p.m. Turtleford’s 50+ potluck supper will be held Dec. 9, in the seniors’ room. Their curling club ladies’ bonspiel will be held Dec. 12 and 13 – presenting “On and Off the Ice” games. Phone Randy at 780-205-6969 or Glen at 306-845-3249.

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‘Tree of Gratitude’ features student handprints By Catherine Gillatt

MAYMONT — December has arrived. The high school students are playing volleyball and floor hockey in the gym at recesses and noon hours as often as they can get the gym. The elementary students sneak into the gym, occasionally, to play indoors and out of the cold. When the weather co-operates, the elementary students are active outside building snowmen and snow forts and throwing the occasional snowball. During the day, the elementary teachers are busy finding ideas for the Christmas concert and students are practising their songs and routines … waiting for the teachers to change their minds, again!

Several members of the school community council came to the school Nov. 27, to construct the “Tree of Gratitude” Christmas tree. It was built using green handprints from the students and staff. Many decorated their hands and wrote messages on them. It is in the hallway and will be up for the Christmas concert. Mrs. Stott and Mrs. Jackson organize and supervise an elementary chess club Tuesdays at noon hour. Students are invited to come and play, or learn the game of chess if it is new to them. The Saskatchewan High Schools’ Athletic Association has awarded the SHSAA/ MILK Sportsmanship Award to Maymont Central School and the 1A boys’ soccer team. The team wins this

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award but it is also a reflection of the entire school. This award is presented to the team best representing the ideals of sportsmanship at the provincial championship. Congratulations to Mr. Nickell and the boys. Both the senior and junior girls’ volleyball teams held their windups on the weekend. The senior girls went Friday evening and the junior girls went Saturday. Both teams went out for supper then to the University of Saskatchewan to watch the Huskies play the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds. The senior girls were fortunate to see both the U of S teams win. The juniors were not so fortunate but enjoyed the games anyway. The SLC will be sponsoring an Ugly Sweater Day, Dec. 11. Students and staff are invited to wear an ugly Christmas sweater. The librarian would like to thank Russell Beaudoin and Connie Shuh for their cash donation to the MCS Library fund. Some new, fun and exciting resources will be purchased for the library with their donation. Thanks to everyone who donated to the library fund

by purchasing books from the book fair. Maymont School has a new look to their website. It is updated regularly and has school news and events posted on it. Just a reminder the SCC

will be sponsoring a movie night Dec. 5 in the gym. The doors open at 7 p.m. and the movie starts at 7:30. They will be serving popcorn and drinks. Pre-schoolers are welcome to attend too. Sympathy is extended to

Wanda Gillatt on the passing of her Uncle Carl. On a personal note, I would like to extend my personal sympathies to my dear friend, Shelley Robinson, on the passing of her brother, Rick Schmidt.

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Handling the Holidays Friday, Dec, 12th, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. Turtleford United/Anglican Church For those who have lost a loved one, coping with the holidays is no small burden. It is one of the most difﬁcult times of the year. As a special feature of the Holiday Season, The McCaw Family is pleased to present a memorial service designed to help the bereaved.

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We would like to invite you, your family, and friends to an Inter-denominational Christmas Memorial Service on Sunday, December 7, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. CST at Marshall’s Funeral Home Chapel in St. Walburg, SK. This is an opportunity to share memories and healing with others who have suffered a loss. Please feel free to invite family and friends.

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The purpose for this special service is to recognize that during the holiday season a renewed sense of personal grief may accompany those people who have lost someone they love. The holidays are a time of family togetherness and sharing but can also bring feelings of sadness, loss, and emptiness. By hosting this special service we hope to let people know we still care and that grief is different for each person. Love does not end with death and we hope that this Candlelight Memorial Service will give people an opportunity to express their love for those they have lost through death.

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We have been experiencing some very wintery weather. The temperature this morning was -30C. Snow had been falling and blowing but today there have been bright blue skies with sunshine. However, the wind this morning made it feel like -40C. It looked beautiful with yesterday’s new fallen snow on the trees but appearances were deceiving and it was very cold outside. The temperature is now -22C, having risen eight degrees today. Lynn and Murray Blyth have arrived home after spending some time in Yuma, Ariz. Many locals enjoyed Maidstone’s Festival of Trees, which was held during

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aseca News way there’ll be some happy people when the ice is in. Congratulations to Bobbi and Kelly Doepker on the birth of their first grandchild. The proud parents are Taylor and Dean Ogg of Lloydminster. Congratulations to them on the birth of their baby girl, Sawyer Lynn, born Nov. 28

and weighing in at seven pounds, seven ounces. Congratulations also to Evelyn Janus on becoming a great- grandmother. Just a thought: we thank volunteers for being: Vital Optimistic Loyal Unselfish Numerous Talented Energetic Enthusiastic Resourceful Self-Sacrificing.

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was a winner in its class and other animals came in second in other classes. Part of the district saw power outages Saturday morning, Nov. 28. It was a few hours before the problem was found and corrected. Gully Gus says, “Did you hear about the bright kid who asked Santa for cash? He figured he could buy all he wanted at the after Christmas sales.”

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there Nov. 25, a stormy day, and attended Agribition Nov. 26, which was the day of the Speckle Park Cattle Show and Sale. Johner Stock Farms had entries in this category and did very well, winning grand champion bull calf and grand champion bull as well as first for some heifer calves. Rick Johnson also attended Agribition showing Hereford cattle. His heifer

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During Giving Tuesday, the Canadian Red Cross is encouraging Saskatchewan residents to consider purchasing a Red Cross Campaign for Kids Raffle ticket. Proceeds from the raffle stay in Saskatchewan to help the Red Cross keep kids safe from bullying. “Giving Tuesday is considered the official opening day of the giving season,” said Monika Zmetana, provincial gaming co-ordinator for the Red Cross in Saskatchewan. “A Red Cross Campaign for Kids Raffle ticket is the perfect way to give back, and it can be the perfect gift. The best part is you could win up to $60,000 in prizes.” As the leading provider of bullying prevention education in Saskatchewan, the Red Cross reached over 37,000 students in Saskatchewan with bullying prevention messages last year. “With one in three students being affected by bullying, this is important work, but we’re only able to get to about one in five students with bullying prevention messages,” said Zmetana. “This raffle is critical to our goal of reaching every student in Saskatchewan.” Zmetana says time is running out to get in on the Campaign for Kids Raffle before the $5,000 Early Bird draw deadline on Monday, Dec. 15. People can purchase tickets for as low as $20 by visiting redcross.ca/campaignforkids, calling toll-free 1-800-782-5437 or dropping by a Red Cross office in Regina, Saskatoon or Prince Albert For over 30 years the Red Cross has worked closely with schools and communities to create safer environments for all youth. Education is the key to the prevention of bullying behaviour. Red Cross programs teach youth and adults how to recognize, respond to and prevent bullying situations. Last year alone, 37,000 youth participated in Red Cross violence, bullying and abuse prevention programs.

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Taking action on addictions Staff

Dr. Fern Stockdale Winder, Commissioner of the Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan, has submitted a report to Health Minister Dustin Duncan, recommending improvements to how the province responds to people with mental health and addictions issues. “This report is the culmination of extensive public consultations across the province with a particular emphasis on the voices of people with lived experience of mental health and addictions issues and their family members, service providers across the human service sectors, and concerned citizens,” Stockdale Winder said. “These collective voices were powerful in the call for change and this report reflects our process of careful listening and responding to this

call for change.” The Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan outlines 16 recommendations that fall into seven categories: enhance access and capacity and support recovery in the community; focus on prevention and early intervention; create person and familycentred and co-ordinated services; respond to diversities; partner with First Nation and Métis Peoples; reduce stigma and increase awareness; and transform the system and sustain the change. Duncan received and endorsed the commissioner’s report, emphasizing the government’s commitment to improving its response to people with mental health or addictions issues. In 2013, Duncan appointed Dr. Stockdale Winder as commissioner to develop a 10-year inter-ministerial action plan to address the

complex and often connected issues of mental health and addictions. Lead by the Ministry of Health, partner ministries include Social Services, Education, Justice and Corrections and Policing. Public consultations began in August 2013 and concluded in April 2014. Dr. Stockdale Winder and her team travelled the province learning from clients and stakeholders in more than 150 meetings, and heard from more than 4,000 individuals through a variety of ways, including an online questionnaire. According to a press release, since 2007, funding for mental health services has increased 34 per cent. Working Together for Change: A 10-Year Mental Health and Addictions Action Plan for Saskatchewan is available online at www. saskatchewan.ca.

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Cuba Anyone?

Frank and Carmen Shumlich of Denholm are the December winners in the Western Development Museum’s Great Escape raffle. They have won a trip for two to Cayo Santa Maria, Cuba. This package includes round trip airfare from Saskatoon, round trip transfers, seven nights accommodation in a junior suite at the five-star Memories Paraiso Azul Beach Resort. Frank and Carmen may choose this trip, a trip of their choice valued at $3,000 or a cash prize of $2,400.

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