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Two Battlefords riding candidates face off at chamber forum

By Cleo Ding Staff Reporter

Among all other policy position exchanges that clashed between Sask. Party Candidate Jeremy Cockrill and NDP Candidate Tom Kroczynski in their first and most likely the only election debate forum in the Battlefords, the question about the attack ad vehicle that has been driving around town seemed out of place and cooled down the fast and fiery attacks.

While business owners seized the opportunity to witness the two local MLA candidates face off in person, both parties present were yet defensive when confronted with the attack ad.

“Okay so here we are in a democracy,” Kroczynski said, adding that the ad could be sponsored by anyone, and it doesn’t have to be the NDP Party, before turning the tables on Cockrill and the Sask. Party.

“My question to Mr. Cockrill would be: ‘How did this happen?’”

The ad reads “Sask. Party Candidate Jeremy Cockrill under investigation times two” with the graphics suggesting stacks of money flying behind him.

“The NDP is looking for

The debate, moderated by Battlefords and District Chamber of Commerce, between Sask. Party Candidate Jeremy Cockrill (on the left) and NDP Candidate Tom Kroczynski (on the right), with attendance from the Chamber members last Thursday evening, Oct. 17. The Chamber said both the Green Party or the Buffalo Party candidates were invited to the forum, but did not attend. Photo by

Angela Brown

an opportunity to bury me; it’s politics,” said Cockrill, who later added that he has been actively co-operating with the Conflict of Interest commissioner since elected and said the business under investigation and “that they

are maligning has been doing business in this community for 30 plus years.”

In a press conference earlier that day, Kroczynski stated he is aware of the vehicle but “honestly” does not know who sponsored the attack ad on the vehicle.

Two parties’ policy differences: Affordability, education, and public safety

One of the longer exchanges during the debate was affordable housing, as questions from the crowd

keep circling it back. Cockrill did not offer a particularly in-depth vision as to how the Sask. Party is responding to the housing crisis, highlighting Saskatchewan’s competitive living costs, stating it has “the second-lowest utility bundle in the country.” He defended the party’s plan for a personal income tax cut and some specific proposals, including increasing the firsttime homebuyer tax credit from $10,000 to $15,000 and a comprehensive approach to housing.

Kroczynski emphasized the struggles faced by residents on fixed incomes, stating, “Everyone is feeling it.” He criticized the Sask. Party’s focus, arguing that their approach overlooks the broader needs of the community.

“I’ve seen on the doorstep who are struggling. Okay, one person there, one person there. No, it is rows of houses. I’m talking to people, and they have tough stories. They’re on fixed incomes, and they are fighting the rising cost of everything,” Kroczynski said in an interview after the debate. “It’s frustrating, because the Sask. Party seems focused on, merely

Battlefords riding candidates debate

“We are not getting to all the kids,” Kroczynski said, stressing on the lack of resources to address students with special needs.

Continued from page 1 one part of this giant picture. Here the NDP is a more balanced approach, where we need a strong economy to pay for all the help that this province, all the people in this province need.”

Cockrill was then countered by discussing investments in public safety and addictions treatment. He noted that the government has allocated funds for 14 inpatient addiction treatment spaces at the former Drumming Hill Youth Centre facility in North Battleford: “The safest place for someone choosing to get out of addiction needs to be a provincially funded treatment bed.”

The candidates largely agreed on challenges in education funding.

Kroczynski, a seasoned teacher with 20 years of experience who raised his four children in North Battleford, showcased his community involvement in the debate stage when launching a more focused attack, describing the real-time working/learning environment for teaching staff and students, that he argued Cockrill of Sask. Party was out of touch.

Cockrill referenced the Saskatchewan Party’s record of increasing the education budget significantly over the past four years, while Kroczynski argued for a more equitable distribution of resources.

Kroczynski said he will be an advocate for the new North West College campus if elected, stressing that onethird of Saskatchewan’s First Nations are in the college’s region that needs to be taken care of as part of the economic reconciliation process.

Married into the Battlefords and having served the community for the past four years, Cockrill said he would like to carry on the on-going projects such as the care centre and new college in the community.

into small and medium sized businesses in the Battlefords and all around the province, and provide a tax credit to people who are making those investments. That means that business owners are maybe looking to move on and sell their business. It’s an opportunity for them,” Cockrill said.

Candidates have contrasting visions for the community’s future: Kroczynski’s focus on economic support for vulnerable populations versus Cockrill’s emphasis on economic growth.

Access NOW TV filmed the candidates earlier this month, producing a fulllength program featuring 12 questions for each candidate. The program will air on Access cable TV’s community channel on the following dates: Friday, Oct. 25, at 7:30 PM; Saturday, Oct. 26, at noon.

“We’re going to be working with the Chambers of Commerce again. Should we have the opportunity to form a government on a new small and medium enterprise tax credit, which will encourage equity investment being made

For those who prefer online access, the program can also be viewed on the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce website at www.battlefordschamber.com by following the links to “Decision 2024 | Northwest Provincial All Candidates.” The total runtime is approximately 55 minutes.

First-time voters talk about what makes their voices heard

By Cleo Ding Staff Reporter

This week we spoke to two recent graduates from North Battleford Comprehensive High School to understand how teens relate to and inform themselves about the approaching provincial and municipal election — and both are voting for the first time.

“I’m nervous, personally, because it is my first time [voting], and I don’t know how the process goes. But I think it’ll be worth it anyway for me to vote,” 18-year-old recent graduate Sawyer Dela Paz said. “…Just after graduating, realizing that I should be more involved when it came to politics, because it’s my responsibility to know what’s going on with my own community.”

Sawyer Dela Paz wasn’t very politically active In 2023. He had an idea of the political terms and what’s happening with the world, but “not as active as I am now,” he said, since he moved to the Battlefords six years ago.

Now no longer a high school student and starting his civic life, Paz said he is just as plugged-in as friends around him and know who they are voting for.

“[With] my close friends recently, we’ve had a visit together, and we discussed the upcoming elections.

“I think a lot of them [my peers] are more confident than I am when it comes to the process itself, but I want to say when it comes to the

By Cleo Ding Staff Reporter

At a press conference held last Thursday Oct. 17, Tom Kroczynski, the NDP candidate for The Battlefords, criticized the provincial government for its handling of rising living costs, particularly concerning food and fuel. Kroczynski argued that families across the province are feeling the pinch of inflation and called for immediate action to alleviate financial burdens.

“It’s not just young families who are struggling; it’s everyone,” Kroczynski said, highlighting his concerns for seniors and individuals on fixed incomes. He shared an encounter with a disabled man who was making his first trip to the food bank, a reminder of the growing need for support in the community.

Kroczynski pointed to

ones who are voting, we’re probably just as confident as each other.”

From a new immigrant family, Paz said the election will probably affect him a lot more than he realized.

Mason Charles said learning about the voting process is “motivating,” and important to have his voice heard as a first-time voter.

“I think it’s easier and more targetable for the people like my age in North Battleford to be wanting to vote, because it’s just now the start of hopefully a long-lasting voting career, and I’m sure that they [my peers] want to be heard as much as I want to be heard.”

While he wasn’t extensively informed of the elections in school, Charles said, what had him invested in the election and its outcome was really a small rally advocating for students’ rights held in town.

“It was very eye-opening to me to how many people are in this town involved with politics and wanting to better change for their talent, for their problems, and I think that’s something very special, because you can see that people come from different values and different backgrounds, and It’s good to see for them to want change to eventually better for everyone.”

Since then, Charles has been volunteering at the local campaign office and bringing the views and values back to the dinner table with his family members — “just to see where they [my

the Sask Party’s recent donation to local food banks as a gesture that falls short of addressing the root causes of food insecurity. “Instead of just donating, they need to focus on why people are going to food banks in the first place,” he said. “The high cost of living is affecting all families, and we need real solutions.”

The NDP candidate outlined his party’s commitments to remove the provincial sales tax (PST) on essential grocery items and children’s clothing by December. He also promised to eliminate the provincial gas tax, saving families 15 cents per litre for six months starting on Day 1 of an NDP government.

Kroczynski emphasized that many families, despite earning more than ever, are left with little to nothing by the end of the month. “They want to plan for a holiday or

Mason Charles, an 18-year-old who will vote for the first time as the beginning of his civic life. Charles said being able to vote is motivating and a reason for his voice to be heard.

family] stand, and how my values combat with those and align.”

In preparation for voting for the best fit to represent themselves and whom they can match their values with, the two 18-year-olds both mentioned that meeting the candidates in person and attending the campaigns help.

Still, misinformation is a big theme to look out for, they said, especially in online campaign ads.

“… Seeing through a party going after another and put-

a family trip, but they can’t because their expenses keep rising.”

Criticizing the Sask Party’s approach, Kroczynski questioned why taxes have been added to essential items during a time of economic strain. “Inflation is high, but these decisions are within the government’s control,” he said. “Why wouldn’t you try to help the people in your constituency?”

The candidate pledged to engage with local schools and communities, stating that he could easily connect with schools in the Battlefords to understand their specific concerns. “I know people at every school, and I would be glad to listen to their needs,” he said.

“We need to ensure that we invest in our public services—like healthcare and education—so everyone in this province gets the support they deserve.”

ting dirt on their land. But I think that’s an issue with today’s politics. But going back to the question, I usually follow the candidates who I believe the most, especially online platforms,” said Charles.

For Paz, he would ask for second opinions from “experienced adults” from their years voting and living in the region: “I trust their words that they know what’s going on.

“I think it’s very important for young people like me, 18,

Dela Paz, a first-time voter and recent graduate from North Battleford Comprehensive High School, said forming his own opinions over the current political landscape gave him confidence in voting, even though learning about the voting process can be overwhelming at first.

19-year-olds, to get involved with voting, because at the end of the day, it’s our future. It’s the younger people’s future, and so it’s our responsibility to get involved with the communities, especially here in the Battlefords,” Paz said.

“Coming from a person with marginalized backgrounds and my experience with living both urban and traditional ways, I believe it [the elections] will affect me

and my family in ways of how we want to be heard and how we want to be treated in our province,” Charles said. “Because we want to follow those who are in power, but also use their power for good, not only for themselves, but also for the people around them who they want to treat and to find change. I really believe that my vote will give me a chance to be heard as a Saskatchewan citizen.”

Tom Kroczynski, the NDP candidate for The Battlefords, with his trunk filled with a week’s grocery for his family. The tank is “ready for children to head to school, to soccer practice and to dance class, and very soon, with the Saskatchewan NDP government, this tank of gas will be cheaper by 15 cents a litre,” said Kroczynski. Photo by Cleo Ding

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Letter to the Editor

The Education Dunces

Dear Editor,

What are the Sask Party’s Priorities? What will be the Sask Party’s first order of business if re-elected?

Will it be a policy that states that all children will be reading fluently by the end of grade three?

Will it be a policy to provide adequate supports such as psychologists, speech/language pathologists, learning assistants etc., to all students in Saskatchewan schools?

Will it be a policy to reduce wait times in emergency rooms in our hospitals?

Since Scott Moe plans to give tax cuts, there must be available funds to support any of these policies.

BUT NO!! None of these policies will be the first order of business for the Sask Party.

Their first order of business will be a policy directive regarding change rooms in Saskatchewan schools!

One could ask:

What century are these people living in?

What is really important to ALL the people of Saskatchewan?

(It should also be noted that when schools requested a province-wide policy directive to provide consistent protocols for the health and safety of students during the COVID crisis, Scott Moe refused to do so, stating that it was a matter that should be left up to individual school divisions to decide.)

What are we to do?

Les Hurlburt North Battleford, Saskatchewan

By Dr. R.H. Wood North Battleford

On the 14th. of March 1885 at the Savoy Theatre in London, Gilbert and Sullivan released to the world their most famous operetta. The Mikado or “The Town of Tittu-pu” was staged and choreographed by impresario Richard D’Oyly Carte. Sir William Gilbert wrote the songs which were put to music by Sir Arthur Sullivan. Together they produced some 13 operettas, all of which were successful and are still being staged around the world. The satirical scores

with then current references are now being freely parodied and kept up to date.

“I have a Little List”

who are a threat to individuals and the whole nation. He has clearly allowed that the list comprises mainly Conservative M.P.s past or present and is encouraging Mr. P to seek protection and read it. He is being met with the same intransigence he displayed when refusing to meet with the truckers. KoKo the executioner in the Mikado had similar problems with his list of “society offenders”. If today’s “society offenders” are such a threat, what has Mr. T. done about them? I have my own “little list” and as the song says, “none of them would be missed”! Share

My title this week is the original wordage used by KoKo, the Lord High Executioner of Titti-pu, a town in Japan. This poor chap was constrained in his duties by being a flirt or perhaps a bottom pincher. Flirtation was a beheadable offence, and

should any executions be required he would have to have been number one. However, “he had a little list” of people described as “society offenders” who might well be of substitute value. In those days in England, exposing people’s names and their indiscretions was not allowed, much as today should you be on our P.M.’s “Little List”.

For those interested you can look up the executioner’s song from The Mikado on YouTube. The Australian version is exquisite with dancing and elegant and simple movement of the cast and dancers. KoKo sings of sin-

ners denying global warming and protesting carbon taxation. The choral singing is astounding.

For those more secular, perhaps the humour found in the American comedy “Family Guy” will be more enjoyable. This program first aired in 1999 and ran for 20+ years. Stewie, the smallest miscreant in that dysfunctional family, sings a version of the Executioner’s song. The original is of course grossly altered in this animated sitcom and is a remarkable testament to Gilbert and Sullivan, all these years later.

Thanksgiving Day, Octo-

ber 14th. 2024 will be hard to forget. The witless Mr. T chose this family day to inflame the discord between India and this country. It seems he has an uncontrolled urge to depict himself as a statesman. He displayed the same tones and facial expressions as when he disparaged the truckers. With disdain he declined to meet with their leaders in spite of intense pressure to do so. The High Commissioner of India is now embroiled in the contention between our two governments.

Apparently in Mr. T’s hands there is a list of M.P.s

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Scott Foster • Donna Smith • Anamarija Barna

By Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter

The name Martin Smith is synonymous with North Stars greatness. Once a player on the team, with a long history of success stories, it was recently announced that Smith will be the Head Coach for the Battlefords SJHL team.

Smith was the all-time North Star franchise leader in goals with 158 and 376 points. He was a three-time Saskatchewan Junior Hockey League allstar. He led the SJHL in scoring in his final season earning 51 goals and 85 assists making for 136 points.

As a coach, Smith won back-to-back Saskatchewan U18 AAA Coach of the Year awards in 20122013 and 2013-2014.

This rich hockey history and success made Smith an excellent fit for leading the Battlefords North Stars for the 2024-25 season, as he knows what it takes to succeed.

Asked what this new role means to him, Smith responds, “I am extremely honoured to be named head coach. To be honest it’s a dream come true. The organization has been such a huge part of our families’ life. From my dad’s involvement as team and league governor for 10 years, my nephew Kian playing here the last couple of seasons, and obviously, my junior career playing with the North Stars, as well as serving as an assistant coach in the early 2000’s for a couple of seasons.”

Smith says his job is to develop players on and off the ice to win hockey games. The new head coach says his focus will be to improve this hockey club each day, and their end goal is to win a league championship, as that is why players play and coaches coach.

“To win, teams must be able to handle adversity. I am excited about the possibilities with this club. The players have been through a lot of adversity so far and handled it great,” adds Smith.

Asked how the players have adjusted to early season changes, Smith replies, “It’s early, but as I have been on the bench a few times as well as practice before the official announcement, the players have adjusted well. Assistant coach Owen Lamb has done a great

job and continues to do so. I coached Owen for three seasons in the past so we are familiar with each other and the systems we use. It’s a nice fit.”

Smith says his family is extremely supportive and is very happy about the opportunity he has been given.

“The amount of support I have received from family and friends has been overwhelming. I am very grateful.”

In the media release from the North Stars announcing the new head coach on their website, President Kyle Kellgren states, “Right from the beginning Martin jumped on board to help out wher -

ever he could from running practices to hitting the bench for the games. He got comfortable with the players, and staff and really became the puzzle piece we were currently missing. After some back and forth with Smith, we were finally able to land what we as an organization believe to be the best man for the job.”

The North Stars will finish off October on the road with games Oct. 25 and 26 in La Ronge against the Ice Wolves, then head into November with four home games. You can find the complete schedule either on the team’s website or on the SJHL website.

Battlefords RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance to help locate 17-year-old Tait Waggoner. Tait was last seen around 5:30 p.m. October 3, 2024 in the 22nd Street area of North Battleford.

Tait is described as being 5’2” tall, 130 pounds with blue eyes and blonde hair. On her lower right arm she has 3 red butterflies and the numbers “666” on her inner left arm. We do not have an updated clothing description to share, but she was wearing a beige sweater and black leggings on October 3. She may be in the North Battleford or nearby village of Denholm areas, but this is not confirmed.

Police must physically see Tait to confirm her wellbeing. If you have seen Tait or know where she is, contact North Battleford RCMP at 310-RCMP. Information can also be submitted anonymously by contacting Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-TIPS (8477) or www. saskcrimestoppers.com.

Tait Waggoner. RCMP photo

NDP leader Carla Beck visits Battlefords for support rally

By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca

Saskatchewan NDP leader Carla Beck made a stop in North Battleford Oct. 19 for a local support rally. She was joined by the Battlefords NDP candidate Tom Kroczynski at Kroczynski’s campaign office.

“We’ve gone on a whole northern loop. We’re just coming back up the east side and then around in the north on the west side,” Beck said. “We were in Meadow Lake earlier today, Glaslyn, and stopped here to say ‘thank you’ to the volunteers and to say ‘thank you’ to our amazing candidate, and also to let people know we are really close [to election day]. We need people to dig in, ring those phones and knock those doors in these last nine days.”

Early voting started Oct. 22. Beck is hopeful for a positive outcome for the

NDP in this election.

“We’ve got a chance this time,” she said. “People are looking for change. We continue to talk to people about the positive change the Saskatchewan New Democrats are putting forward in this election.”

“I’ve always said: We knew that we were going to have to work hard for this,” Beck added. “I don’t take anything for granted, but I do know that we are so incredibly close and every vote is going to matter in this election. We’ve heard from people who haven’t voted in a long time or who have voted for the Sask Party for a long time, or haven’t volunteered or taken a sign, or made phone calls, and they’re saying: ‘Enough is enough.’ I see what’s happening with healthcare, I see what’s happening with people working harder and harder and having a harder time paying their bills. People

see what’s happening in our schools, and with crime in our cities and our smaller centres, and so many people going without the help that they need. As we’ve been saying: ‘Saskatchewan people deserve better than this.’ In this election they have the opportunity to vote for that change that they’re looking for.”

Beck went on to say the Saskatchewan NDP platform has not been built just over the last few months; it’s been built over the last number of years.

“We’re really focused on the people of Saskatchewan,” she said. “We are very proud of the plan that we put forward, our platform; it addresses the issues Saskatchewan people want their government to address.”

Beck said healthcare is too often not available and the NDP wants to provide some relief there. She noted the NDP also plans to ad-

dress crime problems, and make sure that kids have what they need in their schools.

“The Sask Party are going to run their campaign; they have their focus and their priorities,” Beck said. “Our focus is on the people of Saskatchewan.”

She added that the NDP plan to fix the healthcare system, offer Saskatchewan people a break by cutting

the fuel tax, and “making sure they have a little more money in their pockets by Christmas.”

Kroczynski was excited to have Beck visit the Battlefords on her tour of constituencies around the province.

“We’re honoured to have Carla here in North Battleford, and the Battlefords,” he said.

Kroczynski added that

many of the people who came to the rally he hadn’t realized were also supporters.

“They can feel it that that momentum is building,” he said. “We’ve got a real chance at this.”

Kroczynski added that in the days leading up to Election Day, the party’s supporters will make a “mad push to win this election on October 28.”

Carla Beck, leader of the Saskatchewan NDP arrives to a rousing welcome as she enters the North Battleford’s NDP Constituency office. Photos by Averil Hall, freelance photographer

Kitty Morin, teacher in the Living Sky Division brings her family, Jen Moring and Eli Morin, to listen to Carla Beck’s speech at Kroczynski’s campaign office.

A packed house at the NDP campaign office as Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck discusses campaign efforts so far to motivate supporters in the final nine days before Election Day.

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Frosty mornings ahead: Mayfair updates and Halloween festivities

By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

We knew it was coming but never any specific date as it’s whenever Mother Nature decides for a quick dusting of snow. From now on will probably be killer frosts so that puts a dead end to the green grass and some flowers that were still in their splendour. Haul out your warmer clothes folks cause it’s this time of the year to get prepared for way cooler temperatures.

Condolences to the Sherman family of Maymont and area on the passing of their dear Mother Jean who lived in this village for many decades. She moved to Langham a few years ago and quickly made new friends. Others who have passed on since summer from the Maymont- Ruddell district are Garry Schmidt; William Prescesky and Clarence Pauls. Deepest sympathy to their families.

Dora helping me in the kitchen while Barry was the MC for this fun afternoon. Many hands lessen the workload.

With the great weather we’ve been experiencing the farmers are moving their cattle closer to home. I came across one on Saturday afternoon not too far from my yard and was totally impressed at how welltrained these cattle are in my two submitted photos.

Hallowe’en is fast approaching and I have a list of what’s happening in some villages: Spiritwood in their arena ‘Halloween “Hoot n’ Howl’ sponsored by Prairie Centre Credit Union on Oct. 31 from 3:30-7:00 p.m. crafts, hot chocolate for the kids coffee for adults; $5.00 supper consisting of macaroni salad, a hot dog or smokie. Treats will be given out as many adults are bringing their treat bags to the arena.

People have driven great distances to see this because of feedback from others who say it’s totally awesome. The project entails many hours of labour and local volunteers. A big thank-you to everyone involved.

Marcelin Village is hosting a ‘Haunted House’ with treats and drinks; admission is $5.00 per person. Two nights: Oct. 31 5:00-8:00 p.m. (child-friendly); Nov. 1 7:0010:00 p.m. (adult scary drama) Blaine Lake ‘Hwy 40 to Hell Halloween Bash’ on this Saturday Oct. 26 held in the curling rink. Dancing to the band called Chester Field with games and prizes. Ages 12 and older $10.00/under 12 $5.00. Family of up to five persons $25.00.

Sunningdale ‘Monster Mash’ on Oct. 31: 5:00-8:00 p.m. crafts, games, prizes and treats. $5.00 for a hot dog and veggie tray and drink. Bring your carved pumpkin for display and prizes. For more info please call Cathryn Antonenko at 306 361-6364.

Rabbit Lake ‘Come & Ghoul Kids’ Halloween party on Oct. 31 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at the community hall. Food: hot dogs/drinks/treats.

The Music Jam in Mayfair Hall this past Sunday brought a good-sized crowd to see and hear the excellent entertainment on stage which had some couples get up to dance. A big thank you to Glen Cherry from Meeting Lake who brought his own sound system. There were six different performers hailing from the Battleford’s/ Maymont and Rabbit Lake/Meeting Lake areas. An assortment of tasty food was served from the kitchen. It’s a good sign when people are requesting another Music session shortly. I will keep you posted in my news column when the date is set. Faye Liebaert, Dora Barry Brown and myself volunteered for this event. I very much appreciated Faye, and

Don’t forget about Linda Price and family ‘Rink of Terror’ at the local skating arena in Rabbit Lake with two more exciting frightening nights from 6:00-9:00 p.m. this Saturday 26th and Nov.1. Donations are donated to charity. This will be the last one that Linda has hosted over the past few years. It has been a tremendous success.

Goldenairies Club in Hafford Seniors Centre Oct. 25 pie and coffee 1:30-3:00 p.m. Everyone is welcome. A Halloween Dance (bash) in Spiritwood Civic Centre on Friday, Nov. 1. Come dressed in costume… prizes. $20.00 advance / $25.00 at the door. For more info please contact 639 994-1515.

Little Wonders Clubhouse’s 1st Annual Halloween dance is on Oct. 25 from 6:30-8:30 pm at Shell Lake Lions Hall. $5:00 entry. Little ones love to show their dancing skills and the time is perfect even for older seniors who go to bed early.

Please remember the Senior Care Homes on Halloween. Some are confined in their setting and love to see the children in their costumes and give out treats. “Happy Safe October 31st” to everyone as the witch is riding her wicked motorised broom in the sky. Yikes… BOOM … CRASH!

Cattle were rounded up by ranchers driving an all-terrain four-by-four aided by a wonderful ‘herding’ dog which made this job a smooth process.

Music Jam as some of the crowd already started to leave to go home and finish outside yard work. Unfortunately, some of the musicians can’t be seen on stage.

Photos by Elaine Woloshyn

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Spook night delights, 400 attend swedish smorg, volleyball teams claim gold

By Kathy Utri Correspondent

Maidstone Museum’s monthly meeting was held Oct. 16 with 7 members present. Regular business, reports and upcoming Halloween events were main topics; Winter Fest was briefly discussed. Future meetings will be the 3rd Wed. each month; next meeting Nov. 20 at 7 pm MST.

Maidstone Museum served up some frightfully good fun at Spook Night on Fri., Oct. 18. Scary deco,

awesome costumes, a fair share of spooking along with snacks such as witch fingers, graveyard pie and candy apple danish thrilled all who came for a taste of Halloween. Pumpkin decorating winners were: Owen Hollingshead, Zac Rhinehart (age 5 & under); Vera Hollingshead, Sabrina Halabi (age 6-12); Abbey Winebender, Mackenna Ellis (age 13 & up). Thank you to the many fantastic volunteers and everyone who participated. Amazing job, everyone! (2 photos courtesy of

Maidstone Museum)

Milleton Community Hall held their annual Swedish Smorg on Sun. Oct. 20 with a wonderful turnout. Over 400 people came from near and far to enjoy the delicious meal. Thank you to everyone for making this another great success.

Maidstone High School volleyball results from last weekend: Junior B Girls finished off their season with gold at the E.S. Laird tournament in Lloydminster. In Unity, Junior A Girls took 1st in their pool, won

semi-final 3 sets against John Paul II, went on to 2 sets versus Unity and came home gold champs. Junior A boys played at JP II in North Battleford with 1st place after 11 of 12 sets in a 6-game round robin in pool play, going on to beat the home team for the gold medal in 2 sets. Congratulations to all!

MHS SADD Group had a Bigger and Better Fun Night on Oct. 21. Congrats to the “Dresser” team for winning the grand prize. Thank you to all who participated and made it a successful and entertaining evening..

Please note: Due to elections, the Monday, Oct. 28 afternoon games and Wednesday, Oct. 30 afternoon bingo at Maidstone Senior Centre are cancelled. The Tuesday, Oct. 29 morning coffee group will still meet.

Upcoming Events: Oct. 27 Sun. 1 pm Waseca Community Centre Prize Bingo 5 to 7 pm Maidstone United Church Fall Supper Oct. 28 Mon. 9 am to 8 pm Provincial Election Day. Vote at Maidstone Senior Centre, Paynton Community Centre, Vil-

lage of Waseca office. Oct. 29 Tues. 6:30 pm Synergy “Protect Your Wealth” (fraud protection) at Senior Centre (406 Main St., Maidstone) Oct. 30 Wed. 10 am to 4 pm Advance Poll for Town of Maidstone Election at Senior Centre; 12 to 6 pm Advance Poll for Village of Waseca at Village office. Oct. 31 Thurs. 3:30 to 7 p.m. Maidstone Museum’s Howl’oween Spook’tacular Community Handouts at Senior Centre for Kids of All Ages.

Spook Night guests were dared to savour some flavourful delicacies from Len’s Grill. Photos courtesy of Maidstone Museum

Board members dealt a deadly game at Museum’s Spook Night

Municipal Candidate Profiles

As the municipal election approaches, the News-Optimist will profile each candidate in the Battlefords over the next few weeks. We’ve reached out to all candidates to answer four key questions to help you get to know them better:

• Can you tell us about yourself?

• Why did you decide to run for the election?

• What differences are you hoping to make in the community if elected?

• Why should people vote for you?

The answers are lightly edited for length, but otherwise appear as the original submission.

City Councillor Candidates: Warren Williams

I have been a business owner, an employee, and a community champion throughout Saskatchewan cities during my 50-year career.

I have served as a board member and President of your Battlefords Chamber of Commerce and am 2-time President of Rotary Club of the Battlefords. I was honoured

to serve as Co-Chair of Rotary’s 100 years of service above self in The Battlefords.

Currently I work for Bralin Technology Solutions and serve as President of the Board of Directors for North Battleford Golf & Country Club and as a Director for Rotary. I listen, and I am making a commitment to: Developing Economic Opportunities to grow our city; Advocating for the citizens in North Battleford and addressing their concerns; Find productive solutions for serious social issues.

Dennis Mercer

and his wife, Bonnie, have raised their five children and where he spent 25 years teaching at John Paul II Collegiate.

From coaching various school and community sports teams and facilitaing extra curricular activities, to involvement with the Battlefords’ Sailing Club and social justice concerns, Mercer has earned a reputation within the community for his willingness to

go the extra mile.

With his recent retirement from teaching, and his children now grown, Mercer says, “I have the time now to do something I’ve long been inclined to do; to contribute to our community on a municipal level.Should I be elected, I hope to support efforts to enhance the community’s social and recreational programming.” Something Mercer hopes to accomplish is the nurturing of a more positive public image of North Battleford.

“I think my experience as an educator lends itself to service as a Councillor to the city. The responsibility of a teacher is really to meet the needs of every student in the classroom. As a Councillor I can’t just focus on the needs of my own neighbourhood or my personal interests. It’s more about meeting the needs of the whole city.”

Dan Suberlak

children and 3 dogs enjoy calling NB home.

In the years that I have worked for the city, I have seen and been a part of many projects and developments. I am very proud of the hard work put into the bettering of our community and would like to see a renewed effort in bringing back the place North Battleford once was. Many services once provided are no longer provided or at a reduced capacity. I have also had the honour of representing the city on the provincial, national and international levels in powerlifting. North Battleford and its residents were very supportive of me and I would like to give something back.

I feel my 32 years of service with the city (in Plants, Parks, Waterworks and Arenas) gives me a ground level perspective of the operations of the city. I am well aware of where our aging infrastructure needs improvements to keep a safe quality of life for our citizens. I believe we need a strong unified council with a loud voice in addressing our issues with higher levels of government. We need an administration that is accountable to the public with a council that is knowledgeable in the operations of the city; and a council that will question administration on why we need to do things and that we are doing it at the best cost to taxpayers.

Continued on page 12

For the better part of 50 years, Dennis Mercer has called North Battleford home. It is where he

I am a born, raised and lifelong resident of North Battleford. I am retired after 32 years of employment in various departments with the City. Along with my wife Candace,

Municipal Candidate Profiles

Continued from page 11

Alan Wiese

I am a 38-year-old husband, father, and business owner. I enjoy spending my free time doing pottery, martial arts, and spending time with my family. I am an active coach and member of BYSI soccer, and volunteer my time at my kids school.

I want to be part of the team that will potentially bring our city to the level it deserves to be at, I was also drawn to run by my want/need to know how things operate. I am a very curious person and want to know the ins and outs of how a city functions behind the scenes.

I hope I can make North Battleford more appealing for youth (young families and singles) to want to stay in the community and raise their families. Also I want to be a part of any solutions or ideas we can come up with to help make the lives of our homeless population better.

With the average age of North Battleford being 39 years old, I know what that age demographic wants, alongside with what their children may need. I have a great ability to see all angles of a situation and to hear everyone out before making a decision. And with my extensive background in construction and as a business owner, I

solve problems, make the hard decisions, and ultimately making the vast majority of people happy.

Town Councillor Candidates: Doug Laing

I was first elected in 2012 and am seeking a 4th term. I am a lifelong resident of the town, my wife and I have raised our family here and have both worked in various local businesses. We have always believed it was a great place to live and raise a family.

I am seeking a 4th term to continue to be a part of the great team of council and management. For those who have been involved know it is a team effort, the town is fortunate to have great leadership who all have the same goals and vision for our town. We also have great managers who have the same vision.

Another chance to be a part of that group is the reason we re-run and why new residents choose to run.

Upcoming challenges include regional arena discussions, the provincial govt is discussing the start of plans for a new district care centre and continuing the work on relationships in our region with our surrounding neighbours is always a priority.

Another chance to sit at the council table with a great team is my reason for running again.

Shelley Boutin-Gervais

I was born and raised in Battleford, and I am an active community member sitting on the Lakeland Library Board, Battleford Library Board and Park & Recreation Board and a member of the Battleford Community Spirit Group, also I volunteer with various organizations. I enjoy sports, camping, boating, golfing and spending time with family and friends. I have a Certificate in Business Admin from the U of S and have attained my Municipal Leadership Development Program certificate. I work for a telecommunications company and am a member of the Labour Relations Board.

I have been honoured to represent the community over the past three terms and do not take the responsibility lightly. I am seeking re-election to keep the town moving forward in a progressive manner and continue to build on the progress that has been made thus far, while remaining fiscally responsible and transparent.

My priorities include: Ensure infrastructure keeps up with growth; Preserving and promoting the rich history of Battleford; Keeping residents active, safe and involved in the community (from youth to seniors); Try to find creative ways to boost economic development; Remain an affordable place to live while being progressive; Being fiscally responsible and transparent.

I remain committed to serving the community with diligence and dedication, leveraging my knowledge and experience, while building on the progress we’ve made. I’m committed to working with the community to continue to make Battleford a great place to live, play, work and invest.

Clayton Lazar

I am 42 years old and have lived in the Battlefords and area for 15 years. My professional background is in emergency services as I have proudly served both as a paramedic and fulltime firefighter. I am married to Lindsey Lazar a successful real estate agent in the area and we have three amazing children.

I decided to run to help continue the town’s forward progress with focus on community safety and exploring new commercial devel-

opment opportunities.

My experience in emergency services combined with my involvement in local governance through the Battlefords Housing Authority as one of its board of directors as well as an executive on North Battlefords Fire Union Local 1756 has given me a deep understanding of what this community needs. If elected I would like to enhance community safety , promote commercial development, support housing initiatives, and strengthen community relationships.

The citizens of Battleford if voting for me are voting for someone with a genuine passion for the Battlefords and the experience and skills to make meaningful positive changes based off of diligence, empathy, compassion and integrity.

Mark Coleman

I have an honours degree from Sir Wilfrid Laurier University in Contemporary Studies with a major in History and minor in Organizational Leadership, in addition to an Advanced Degree in Education from Nipissing University. I have been teaching for the last 15 years and am currently teaching Gr. 4 at Battleford Central School. When I’m not at work I enjoy spending time with my wife and coaching my two young boys in minor hockey and baseball. I’m running for municipal council because, Continued on page 13

Municipal Candidate Profiles

Continued from page 12 as a homeowner and parent, I’m deeply committed to keeping our town a great place to live and raise a family.

My goals, if elected, would be to work with my fellow councillors to ensure the viability of the Town well into the future. What that means to me is: Encouraging businesses to set up shop in Battleford but also maintaining the smalltown environment that everyone knows and loves; Keep Battleford affordable for its residents; Continue with expanding recreation opportuni-

ties and enhance the beautification/ walkability of the town.

I have the capacity and dedication needed to be an effective council member. I’m committed to working hard to ensure your voice is heard and that our town continues to grow as a place we can all be proud of.

Randall Cote

I moved to the battlefords in 2009, now raising my 4 children with my wife Jenna in Battleford. I have operated a small business based out of battleford since 2009, and I am a realtor with Century 21.

There has not been a significant change in councillors in the past couple of elections and would like to get a fresh set of eyes on council.

I will promote and obtain businesses into our commercial and industrial sector in battleford, which in turn will lead to more local jobs; correct our slowly climbing crime rate in battleford (if elected).

I will fight for positive change and to keep our town a safe place to live and raise a family.

Josh Pernala

I was born and raised in Battleford. My family has a long out-

The Blessing of Fall

standing construction company in the Battlefords.

I decided to run for council because I wanted to see some change brought to the town from a new perspective.

If I was elected I would like to see something happen with rising crime rates. I would also like to see more business come to town, we have substantially lower tax rates than North Battleford and we need to promote that.

Kevin Russell

Born and raised in the Battlefords. Have lived in the Town of

Battleford since 1996. Married to Leanne and have 2 daughters, paige(20) and Payton(16)

Seeking re-election for my 3rd term. Biggest reason to re-run is to be involved in our community. Helping to keep it safe, fun and affordable.

Hope to make the community safer. Build the town’s business sector and to keep building and investing in our youth.

People should vote for me because I care about the people of our town. I want to keep our town safe, fun and affordable to live in.

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ART NOTES

Submitted by Rita St Amant

The Blessing of Fall

Battlefords Art Club

ne! This is a beautiful time of year w nd vibrant! It inspires creativity in c

Happy fall everyone! This is a beautiful time of year with all it’s changing colours, so vivid and vibrant! It inspires creativity in creating art in all forms.

oved back to the Battlefords area fr hen joined the Battlefords Art Club ys been a part of my life In the last art, whether it be needle felting, sil m always continuing my education i ent classes My work has been sho ds in different fields of fibre art!

ion please email battlefordsartclub Thanksgiving!

I have recently moved back to the Battlefords area from southern Saskatchewan. I then joined the Battlefords Art Club. Drawing and painting has always been a part of my life. In the last 25 years, I have moved into textile art, whether it be needle felting, silk painting or dying my own cloth. I am always continuing my education in the arts, as well as teaching different classes. My work has been shown globally as well as receiving awards in different fields of fibre art!

For more information please email battlefordsartclub@gmail.com

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Green Party candidates for Meadow Lake, Battlefords announced

SaskToday Staff

The Saskatchewan Green Party has officially named two candidates running in the Meadow Lake and the Battlefords ridings.

Candice Turner has put her name in to run as the candidate for the Meadow Lake riding, while Sara Paitrofsky will be running as the candidate for the Battlefords constituency.

SaskToday has reached out to the Saskatchewan Green Party for more information about the candidates, however no additional details were received as of press time.

SJHL North Stars continues to commit to the community

Sherri Solomko Freelance Reporter

Kennedy Schmidt, Marketing and Office Manager for the Battlefords North Stars said the team continues to engage with their community in a variety of ways.

In the last three years, the North Stars have helped donate $15,693 to the Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs Inc Star Children’s Fund. The team wore orange jerseys to mark Truth and Reconciliation Day.

Schmidt adds, “We like to do a lot of different things throughout the season.”

For the North Stars this season, every Tuesday is Better Together Tuesday,

which Schmidt says comes with more than just wearing a shirt as they like to take part somewhere in the community.

Oct. 11, the team hosts the first Kramer Trailer Sales Shootout Showdown as well as a pumpkin carving contest and auction.

Nov. 1, there is a speciality third jersey launch, that includes a fundraising component, with details remaining under cover until closer to that date.

The annual toque and mitten toss is upcoming, with items collected being donated to those in need.

Nov. 30, the North Stars have a new fundraiser called Winter Cash Frenzy and

Bash with special guests, the Duelling Pianos, and a lottery.

December events include packing the patrol unit for the Humane Society, Timbits players playing at intermission, a Teddy Bear toss for the WPD ambulance and another shootout showdown. January will kick off with Way Back Wednesday which offers $5 admission, $5 drinks and $5 merchandise specials.

Schmidt affirms there are other activities in line for the new year including a sponsor appreciation night and a volunteer appreciation night, amongst other special activities.

Continued on page 22

Candice Turner is running for the Green Party for the Meadow Lake riding. Photo submitted by the Saskatchewan Green Party

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GOODFELLOW: Mar ion JeanOctober 31, 1927-October 17, 2024 It is with deep sadness and a lifetime of memor ies that we say goodbye to our beloved mother grandmother greatgrandmother and fr iend, Mar ion Jean Goodfellow Mar ion entered into Heaven on Thursday, October 17, 2024 t wo weeks shor t of her 97th bir thday Mar ion was bor n to parents James and Mar ion Smith in Elfros Saskatchewan on October 31, 1927 Left to cher ish Mar ion’s memor y is her loving family: son, Gilber t (Diane) and their children: Kayla (Mike) and Vincent (Er in); son Br uce (Shar i) and their children: Ashlee (Josh) and Chr istine (Brett); son Cur tis (Rober ta) and their son, Evan; daughter, Wendy (Brad) and her children: David and Rober t (Jolene) Mar ion is also remembered by her eight great-grandchildren: Samuel, Eloise, Tur ner, Nessa, Owen, Noah, James and Addison Mar ion was predeceased by her husband, Russell (Dowie) in 1985; her parents: James (1965) and Mar ion (1982) Mom was also predeceased by her six older brothers: Bill Jack Bob Clifford Gilber t and Nor man; as well as a great-granddaughter Eva Mom was bor n in Elfros Saskatchewan in 1927 and moved to Saskatoon at the age of 17 to attend Business College She met and marr ied Russell Goodfellow on May 7, 1948, Gilber t was bor n in 1950, Br uce is 1952, Cur tis in 1956 and Wendy in 1958 Mom and dad moved to Nor th Battleford in 1966 and found a communit y they loved and were proud to call home The family would like to extend their deepest gratitude to the nurses and doctors at the BUH par ticular ly the third floor staff for their exemplar y care of mom in her final days A memor ial ser vice will ta ke place on November 1, 2024 – 1:00 p m at Third Avenue United Church with Reverend Jo Ann Hills as officiant In lieu of flowers, donations in memor y of Mrs Mar ion Goodfellow can be directed to the BUH Foundation – PO Box 1358 Nor th Battleford SK S9A 3L8 Funeral arrangements have been entr usted to Eter nal Memor ies Funeral Ser vice and Cremator ium – Vanessa Macnab Funeral

JOHNSTON: In sadness we announce that Phyllis age 97 passed away on October 4 2024 at the Royal Universit y Hospital in Saskatoon For most of her life, Phyllis lived in Maymont and Nor th Battleford and she was an active communit y member in both locations The Celebration of Phyllis’ Life will be held on Saturday, October 19 at 2:00 p m from the Sharon United Church in Maymont SK Condolences and memor ies may be forwarded to

SOISETH: Kevin - The family of Kevin Lyle Soiseth sadly announce his passing on October 1, 2024, at the age of 55 Kevin was bor n in Saskatoon on November 6, 1968, the youngest child of Alice and Ralph Soiseth He spent his ear ly years on the family far m in Mayfair, where he displayed his athletic abilities playing hockey After the family moved to Nor th Battleford, Kevin expanded his athletic pursuits to include BMX racing, skiing, football and his biggest passion, golf After graduation, Kevin packed his car and headed to Vancouver He remained a resident of the Vancouver area but came back to visit his family ever y summer and maintained close ties with several fr iends in Saskatchewan Kevin was predeceased by his mother Alice and father Ralph Left to mour n his passing are his sisters Carol (Jim) Baxter Brenda Soiseth and Barbara (Dana) Omland He also leaves behind his nieces and nephews: Chr is Car la, Ilana, Joel, Kayla, Er in, Car ter, and Kyra He is also sur vived by nine aunts and uncles, 36 cousins, and seven greatnieces and nephews A celebration of Kevin’s life will be arranged at a future date In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hockey Canada Foundation

K APER: Yvonne Gabr ielleMay 19, 1941-October 17, 2024 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Yvonne Gabr ielle Kaper on October 17 2024 in her home at St Ann’s Senior Citizens nursing home in Saskatoon, SK Yvonne was bor n in Unit y, SK, to Denis and Antonia DeRoo and lived in Saskatoon Yvonne leaves to cher ish her memor y, her three children, Antonia (Tonie) Smith Tammy Ann Sopher and Kevin Kaper Her sister Elma Lesko Brother Ralph DeRoo her 5 grandchildren, as well as family and fr iends Yvonne was predeceased by parents Denis and Antonia DeRoo, older sister Denise Elizabeth DeRoo There will be a pr ivate family gather ing at a later date Yvonne will be interred in the Unit y, SK cemeter y to be with her family there Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to a local SPCA or animal shelter in your communit y Arrangements entr usted to Kyle Wer minsk y-Acadia McKagues Funeral Chapel (306) 955-1600 To share memor ies of Yvonne or send condolences please visit wwww acadiamckaguesfuneralcentre ca

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KEYANOW CHILD AND FAMILY CENTRE INC. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITES

Keyanow Child and Family Centre Inc. (KCFC) is seeking applications for highly motivated, resourceful, courteous and compassionate individuals to ﬁll the following positions:

Post Majority Support Ser vices (PMSS) – 3 positions

New Positions:

Post Majority Care Coordinator

Post Majority Support Worker

Junior Finance Ofﬁcer (PMSS)

Description

The PMSS program will work with young adults ages 18 to 26 years, who have aged out of care, to encourage and support them to make choices that improve their quality of life Workers will assist the young adults to create a case plan, provide services and supports, and help to build and maintain meaningful cultural, family, and community connections. The PMSS program will work collaboratively with community partners and other Keyanow programs and initiatives to deliver direct supports to participants with complex and multiple needs.

The Keyanow Child and Family Centre is seeking a Post Majority Care Coordinator to join Keyanow Child and Family Ser vices in developing the Post Majority Support Ser vices program. This position will be under the super vision of and will receive direction and guidance from the Executive Director The incumbent will develop, implement, and ensure compliance with Post Majority policies and practices and manage Post Majority budgets and expenditures The incumbent will have a BSW or BISW and three years experience working with First Nations Child and Family Ser vices. Post Majority Support Worker position is required to work directly with the young adults transition into the next stage of their journey The successful candidate must be a good listener, a strong problem solver, and solution-focused. The PMSS worker reports to the PMSS Coordinator, and will provide referrals, advocacy, and support services to young adults in all matters relating to, but not limited to, emergency-based housing, physical and mental health, addictions, advocacy, justice, income support, education and employment. The PMSS worker will work with ser vice providers on and off reser ve as part of the young adult’s case plan, will maintain progress on their pre-determined desirable outcomes, and ensure participants are provided with exceptional quality care. The incumbent will have a Bachelors Degree or equivalent and a minimum of three years experience in a similar expertise.

The Junior Finance Ofﬁcer will participate as a team member of the Finance department which is responsible for providing ﬁnancial, administrative and clerical ser vices in order to meet legislative requirements and support ICFS (Indian Child and Family Ser vices) operations.

The Junior Finance Officer will be responsible for processing bills, cheques, receipts and other documents, they will verify all financial and other data and ensure all documents are properly signed before processing and distribution. They will also be responsible for monthly and yearly reporting of receipts and expenditures to ISC (Indigenous Services Canada) and MSS (Ministr y of Social Ser vices) and be familiar with the process. The incumbent will have a two (2) year Diploma in Administration, Accounting or related discipline and two (2) years of experience working in a finance department; experience in accounting and bookkeeping systems; experience with QuickBooks Desktop and Microsoft Excel is preferred. A combination of education and extensive experience may be considered.

Family Ser vices Unit (FS) – 2 Positions

Family Ser vice Worker (2 positions): The Family Ser vices Worker is responsible for investigating allegations of neglect, physical or sexual abuse; assessing family functioning; determining risk factors to the children’s safety; implementing inter vention plans; providing support ser vices to the family; working with the courts; managing the needs of children admitted into care; placement in foster and alternate resources, assessment and treatment planning to ensure that individual health, social psychological and education needs are met and preparation to return home. On-call emergency duty work is required in this position. The successful candidates will have a Bachelor of Social Work or Bachelor of Indigenous Social Work. Consideration will be given for candidates with other degrees that would involve working with children and families. Experience in Emergency Duty (EDW) work. EDW super vision an asset. Will be required to travel and work ﬂexible hours.

Family Enhancement Unit (FEU) – 3 positions

FEU Program Aide Worker: This individual will work with and provide a variety of supports to the family enhancement team. The individual will assist with purchasing for events and activities such as weekly programming, cultural camps, trips and land-based outings; promoting, assisting with and participating in community activities; providing transportation when required; inventor y control; following safety regulations and others duties as assigned by the FEU Manager The successful candidate will have a Grade-12 or combination of education and relevant experience; First Aid/CPR; Safe Food Handling; strong organizational skills with ability to record keep, ability to multi-task and work independently

Adult Outreach Workers: This position will provide community-based prevention, inter vention, and support ser vices to adults 18 years and older so as to enhance their quality of life including their mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health. Successful candidates will have demonstrated skill in assessment, counselling, group facilitation, and community engagement, mobilization and development.

Youth Outreach Worker: This position will provide community-based prevention and early inter vention ser vices and supports including group programming, individual counseling, school-based and community programming, and community education event for children and youth up to the age of 17 years. Successful candidates will have demonstrated skill in assessment, counselling, group facilitation, and community engagement, mobilization and development.

Certiﬁcation in Addictions, Community Development or Youth Care Worker; Community Wellness Worker, Mental Health and Wellness, and/or equivalent will be considered for the Outreach Worker and Family Support Worker positions. Experience is required.

SCHEDULE: The main ofﬁce is open Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm however, schedules will var y dependent upon work location.

WORK LOCATION: primar y locations include main ofﬁce in North Battleford, Little Pine, and Poundmaker Outreach, and travel to Lucky Man Saskatoon, Regina, Prince Albert and other areas where we have children in care.

SALARY: Competitive salaries; determined upon Education and Experience

CLOSING DATE: October 26, 2024

Please submit letter of application, resume with 3 professional references, a clear RCMP Criminal & Vulnerable Sector Record Check, class 5 driver’s license and driver’s abstract to: hr@kcfcentre.com; fax 306-445-5568 or drop off at 691 – 109th Street North Battleford, SK

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NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL

Nor thwest School Division #203 Board Member - Subdivision No. 4 Turtleford, Mervin, Livelong, Spruce Lake

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll.

Voting will take place in the Town of Turtleford: Monday, the 4th day of November, 2024 bet ween the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at: Turtleford Transition Meeting Room 115 Railway Ave Turtleford, Saskatchewan

Subdivision boundar y maps will be available at each polling location and on the Nor thwest School Division website: www.nwsd.ca/elections

All voters must provide identification with proof of residence

Dated this 16th day of October, 2024 Michelle Pickett, Retur ning Officer

Notice to Creditors

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL

Northwest School Division #203 Board Member - Subdivision No 6 Maidstone, Waseca, Paynton

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll.

Voting will take place in the Town of Maidstone: Monday, the 4th day of November, 2024 between the hours of 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at: Seniors Drop In Centre 406 Main Street Maidstone, Saskatchewan

Subdivision boundary maps will be available at each polling location and on the Northwest School Division website: www.nwsd.ca/elections

All voters must provide identiﬁcation with proof of residence.

Dated this 16th day of October, 2024

Michelle Pickett, Returning Officer

[Section 83 (1) of the Act]

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL

Northwest School Division #203 Board Member - Subdivision No 3 Paradise Hill, St Walburg

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provision has been made for an advance poll.

Voting will take place in the Town of Paradise Hill:

Monday, the 4th day of November, 2024 between the hours of 4:00 p.m and 7:00 p.m. at: The Fred North Room–Paradise Hill Community Centre 102 3rd Ave Paradise Hill, Saskatchewan

Voting will take place in the Town of St. Walburg:

Monday, the 4th day of November, 2024 between the hours of 4:00 p.m and 7:00 p.m.

at: The St. Walburg Royal Canadian Legion #13 15 Main Street St. Walburg, Saskatchewan.

Subdivision boundary maps will be available at each polling location and on the Northwest School Division website: www.nwsd.ca/elections

All voters must provide identification with proof of residence.

Dated this 16th day of October, 2024

Michelle Pickett,Retur ning Officer

NOTICE OF POLL VILLAGE OF MAYMONT

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that:

1. A poll has been granted for the election of:

COUNCILLORS: VILLAGE OF MAYMONT

2. Voting will take place on Wednesday November 13, 2024 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm at the Villa ge of Maymont Office – 112 Main Street.

3. I will declare the results of the election at the Village of Maymo nt Office – 11 2 Mai n S tr e e t on November 14, 2024 at 10:00 am.

Dated at Maymont, this 24th day of October, 2024.

Denise Bernier Returning Officer

Voter identiﬁcation will be required to vote

VILLAGE OF KRYDOR

Public notice is hereby given that:

1. A vote will be held for the election of: Mayor

2. The vote will take place on Wednesday, No vember 13, 202 4 at 9 : 0 0 a. m. until 8:00 p.m. at the po ll in g plac e listed below:

New Horizon Seniors Centre, in Krydor, Saskatchewan

3. I will declare the results of the voting at the New Horizon Seniors Centre on the 14th of November at 10:00 a.m.

Dated at Krydor, Saskatchewan this 11th day of October, 2024

Wendy Tanchak Retur ning Officer

VILLAGE OF KRYDOR NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that the advance vote for the Election of Mayor will be held:

Saturday, November 9, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

At: The New Horizons Seniors Centre in Krydor, Sask.

Dated at Krydor, Saskatchewan this 16th day of October, 2024.

Wendy Tanchak Retur ning Officer

VILLAGE OF KRYDOR

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL.

Whereas a poll is not required pursuant to the Local Government Election Act, 2015 for the offices of:

Councilors (2)

I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said offices will take place the following persons are elected by acclamation

Councilor : Cher yl Janzen

Councilor : Larry Combres

Dated at Kr ydor, Saskatchewan this 11th day of October, 2024.

Wendy Tanchak Retur ning Officer

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468 MUNICIPAL ELECTION 2024

Whereas MARK CARLSON, nominated for the office of Councillor for Division No. 3, is the only candidate nominated for this office, I hereby give notice that no voting for the office of Councillor for Division No. 3 will take place on November 13th, 2024.

Dated this 10th day of October, 2024.

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL TOWN OF BATTLEFORD

Wednesday November 6, 2024 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Alex Dillabough Centre Sirius Room (south side) 451-28th Street West

Dated the 24th of October 2024. Shawn Sylvester Interim Nomination Officer

NOTICE OF POLL TOWN OF BATTLEFORD

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that:

1. A poll has been granted for the election of: COUNCILLOR: Town of Battleford

2. Voting will take place on Wednesday the 13th day of November 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m at the polling places listed below

Polling Area No. Polling Place Address

1 Alex Dillabough 451-28th Street West Centre Main Hall Battleford, SK.

3. The results of the election with be declared at Town Hall, 91-24th Street West on the 14th day of November 2024 at the hour of 11:00 a.m.

Dated at Battleford, this 24th day of October 2024.

Shawn Sylvester, Interim Nomination Officer

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL

The Village of Ruddell Municipal Elections 2024

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following offices:

Mayor – Liz Smith

Geordie Smith - Councillor

Clayton Poole - Councillor are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the respective offices will take place on November 13, 2024

Dated this 11th day of October, 2024

Darrin Beaudoin Returning Officer

Notice of Advance Poll

Town of Hafford Municipal Election 2024

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provisions have been made for an advance poll for voters who have reason to believe that they will be necessarily absent from their places of residence on Election Day

Advance voting shall take place on: Thursday the 7th of November 2024 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

The vote shall be held at: 18 Main Street, being the Hafford Seniors Center, at Hafford Saskatchewan.

Dated at Hafford this 11th day of October 2024

Kirk Morrison Returning Officer

Devan Shorrock Returning Officer

Notice of Poll

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a vote for the election of Mayor (1) and Councillors (4) shall be held.

Voting shall take place on: Wednesday the 13th of November 2024 from 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.

The vote shall be held at: 18 Main Street, being the Hafford Seniors Center, at Hafford Saskatchewan.

I will dec la re the resu lt s of th e el e cti o n at 106 Main Street, the Hafford To wn Office on th e 14 th day of Novembe r 2024 at 10: 00 am.

Dated at Hafford this 11th day of October 2024

Devan Shorrock Returning Officer

Town of Hafford Municipal Election 2024 Voter Identiﬁcation Will Be Required To Vote

Notice of Abandonment of Poll

WHEREAS a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act for the office(s) of:

Mayor: Village of Speers

Councillor: Village of Speers

Number to be elected: 2

I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said office(s) will take place and that the following persons are elected by acclamation:

Mayor: Ken Rebeyka

Councillor: Sheila Miller

Councillor: Colleen Wicks

Dated at Speers this 16th day of October, 2024. Bev Flath Retur ning Officer

NOTICE OF ADVANCE POLL FORLIVING SKY SCHOOLDIVISION NO.202

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given thatapoll will be held for theelection of Board Member,Living Sky School Division No. 202:

SUBDIVISION 1(Medstead, Spiritwood,Leoville)

Advance voting will take place on the dates and times at the polling places listed below.

Iwill declare the resultofthe election at 509Pioneer Avenue,North Battleford, on the 14th day of November, 2024 at the hour of 1:00 p.m.

Polling Place: Address:

Medstead Municipal Friday,Nov.1,2024, Office 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 209 2nd St., Medstead,SK

Spiritwood Town Office Tuesday,Nov.5,2024, 5:00 p.m. to7:00p.m. 212 MainStreet, Spiritwood,SK

Leoville Senior Centre Wednesday,Nov.6,2024, 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m 44 MainStreet, Leoville, SK

Dated this 18th day of October,2024

Lonny Darroch Returning Officer

NOTICE OF POLL FOR LIVING SKY SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 202

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that a poll will be held for the election of Board Member, Living Sky School Division No. 202:

SUBDIVISION 1

(Medstead, Spiritwood, Leoville)

Voting will take place on Wednesday, the 13th day of November, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the polling places listed below

I will declare the result of the election at 509 Pioneer Avenue, North Battleford, on the 14th day of November, 2024 at the hour of 1:00 p.m.

Polling Place: Address: Medstead Municipal 209 2nd St., Medstead, SK Office

Spiritwood Town Office 212 Main Street, Spiritwood, SK

Leoville Senior Centre 44 Main Street, Leoville, SK

Dated this 18th day of October, 2024. Lonny Darroch Returning Officer

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL

The Rural Municipality of Douglas No. 436 Municipal Elections 2024.

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following offices:

Reeve – Nick Partyka

Jim Attrux - Councillor for Division 1

Leonard Yasieniuk - Councillor for Division 3

Blair Jackson - Councillor for Division 5

are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the respective offices will take place on November 13, 2024.

Dated this 10th day of October, 2024.

Notice of Abandonment of Poll

WHEREAS a poll is not required pursuant to The Local Government Election Act for the ofﬁce(s) of:

Mayor: Village of Maymont

I hereby give public notice that no voting for the said ofﬁce(s) will take place and that the following person is elected by acclamation:

Mayor: John DeLong

Dated at Maymont this 24th day of October, 2024

NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL

The Village of Medstead 2024 Municipal Elections

Whereas the following, being nominated for the ofﬁce of Mayor, is the only candidtate for this ofﬁce, I hereby give notice that no voting will take place on November 13, 2024.

Mayor: Village of Medstead: Mike Goosney

Also the following being nominate for the ofﬁce of Councillor, are the only candidates for those ofﬁces, I hereby give notice that no voting will take place on November 13, 2024.

Councillor, Desmen Boyd

Councillor, Kristin Klassen

Councillor, Carmen Orange

Dated this 11th date of October 2024,

Lora Hundt, Returning Ofﬁcer

NOTICE

ADVANCE POLL

VILLAGE OF MAYMONT

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that provisions have been made for an advance poll.

Voting will take place on Thursday November 7, 2024 between the hours of 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM at the Village of Maymont Office - 112 Main Street.

Denise Ber nier Retur ning Officer

Voter identification will be required to vote

The Village of Denholm Municipal Elections 2024.

Whereas the following individuals, nominated for the following officers:

Mayor- Donna Oborowsky

Councilor- Wes Peters

Councilor- Brendan Oborowsky

Are the only candidates, I hereby give notice that no voting for the respective offices take place on November 13, 2024.

Dated this 17th day of October, 2024.

Darlene Moline Retur ning Officer

Denise Bernier Returning Ofﬁcer

Darrin Beaudoin Returning Officer

RM OF MAYFIELD NO. 406

NOTICE OF ZONING BYLAW AMENDMENT

Public notice is hereby given, Pursuant to The Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Mayfield No. 406 intends to pass a Bylaw to amend Zoning Bylaw No. 70-82 INTENT

The proposed bylaw will:

1. I n c re ase the maximum number of residential dwellings allowed per parcel from one to two; and

2. Remove the Developmen t Permit Application Form as an appendix.

AFFECTED LAND

This Bylaw affects all land within the RM REASON

1. To allow for seco ndary re sidential dwellings; and

2. To simplify the pr ocess invo lved in Development Permit Application Form updates

PUBLIC INSPECTION

Any person may inspec t the bylaw at the municipal office at 201 Main Street, Maymont, SK during regular business hours. Copies are available at cost

PUBLIC HEARING

Council will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at the RM of Mayfield No. 406 office , 201 Main Stree t, Ma ym on t, SK to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider wri tten comm ents re ceived at the hearing or delivered to the municipal office before the hearing via email, mail or in person.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Chyanne Hawkins, Administrator RM of Mayfield No 406 Box 100 Maymont SK S0M 1T0 rm406@sasktel.net 306-389–2112

Notice of Abandonment of Poll NOTICE

The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No 467 Municipal Elections 2024

Whereas the following individual, nominated for the following ofﬁce:

Charlie Smith - Councilor for Division No 4

is the only candidate for the 2 year term, I hereby give notice that no voting for the ofﬁce will take place on November 13th, 2024

Dated at Rabbit Lake this 21st day of October 2024

Christina Moore Returning Ofﬁcer

The Tax Enforcement Act

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing ti tle to the land in the Land Ti tle s Re gi st ry as Int erest Number 197551659 an d you are re quired to TAKE NOTICE tha t unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the ser vice of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of Th e Ta x En for cem ent Act , a ti tl e wi ll b e is su e d to th e applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up an y claim to, or in respect of, the land.

The amount requir ed to re de em th e land may be ascert ained on ap plica tion to th e Cl erk , Tr ea sure r or Administrator of the Municipality

Dated this 30 day of July, 2024.

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

(The Tax Enforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 197551604 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality

Dated this 30 day of July, 2024 THE

Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator

Zia Homes Ltd. Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 16 Blk/Par 33 Plan No B2991 Extension 0 Title Number: 144184866

FORM C [Section 2.3]

(The TaxEnforcementAct)

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intend st ob er egister ed a so wne ru nd er the above Act of the land described at thefoot of this document

NOTICE OF T

Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator

Wh oll d o Th

Eduardo Ledon & Ann Ledon

Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 43 Blk/Par 227 Plan No 72B06576 Extension 0 Title Number: 140053755

TheMunicipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the TaxLienregistered against the existing title to the land in the Land TitlesRegistry as Interest Number 197551446 and you arerequired to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipalityorredeem the land pursuant to the provisions of theabove Act within six monthsfromthe service of this notice on youand, subjecttothe further provisions of TheTax EnforcementAct,a titlewill be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, theland

Theamount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk,Treasurer or Administrator of theMunicipality.

Datedthis 30 day of July,2024.

Zia Homes Ltd. Name of Assessed Owner

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

Per: MargaritaPena, Administrator

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 14 Blk/Par 36 Plan No B2991 Extension 0 Title Number:144185092

FORM C [Section 2.3]

NOTICE

(The Tax Enforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be re gistered as own er under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 197551367 and you are re quired to TA KE NO TI CE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality

Dated this 30 day of July, 2024. seal

Meena Antil

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

Per:

Margarita Pena, Administrator

Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

Lot 12 Blk/Par 94 Plan No C4240 Extension 0

Title Number: 147025447

FORM C [Section 2.3] NOTICE (The Tax Enforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Cut Knife intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 198376026 and you are re quired to TA KE NOT ICE th at unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality

Dated this 18 day of September, 2024.

THE TOWN OF CUT KNIFE

Per:

Deborah Schaefer, Administrator

Hyde Investments Limited

Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

SW Sec 32 Twp 43 Rge 21 W3 Plan No 101531720 Extension 26. Title Number: 153254965

FORM C [Section 2.3]

NOTICE

(The TaxEnforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that theTownofCut Knifeintends to be registered as owner underthe aboveAct of the land described at the foot of this document

The Municipality claims title to thelandbyvirtue ofaninterest basedonthe TaxLienregistered against theexistingtitle to the land inthe Land Titles RegistryasInterest Number198415749 and you arereq uired to TA KE NOTICE th at unlessyou contestthe claimofthe Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to theprovisions of the above Act within six months from theservice of this notice on you and, subject to thefurther provisions of TheTax EnforcementAct,atitle will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarredfromsetting up anyclaim to,orinrespect of,the land

Theamountrequiredtoredeemthe land maybe ascertained on application tothe Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality.

Dated this 18 day of September,2024.

Per:

Hyde InvestmentsLimited Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTIONOF LANDS:

Blk/Par APlan No 102343395 Extension 0

Title Number:153254987

RM OF MEOTA 468

SALE BY TENDER

1. The Rural Municipality of Meota No.468 offers for sale the following property Legal Description: Lot 5, Block 1, Plan 102432675

2. Land formerly consisted of four lots that have been consolidated

3. Land was formerly the site of the Jackfish Store, and may or may not contain contaminants resulting from the sale of fuel.

4. The land is located in the H – Hamlet Zone.

5. A tender must be submitted in a sealed envelope marked “Property Tender” and may be submitted by mail to: Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 Box 80 Meota, Saskatchewan S0M 1X0 or in person during regular business hours to:

Rural Municipality of Meota No. 468 300 1st Street East Meota, Saskatchewan

6. Tenders must be received in the office on or before: 4:00 pm CST, October 31, 2024

7. A certified cheque to the municipality for 5% of the amount of the tender must accompany the tender

8. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted.

9. Successful bidder will have 30 days to provide the balance of cash to complete the purchase.

Dated the 10th day of October, 2024.

Kirk Morrison Chief Administrative Officer

Rural Municipality of Meota No.

(The Tax Enforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that the Town of Cut Knife intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 198376037 and you are re quired to TA KE NOT ICE th at unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality

Dated this 18 day of September 2024.

THE TOWN OF CUT KNIFE

Per:

Deborah Schaefer, Administrator

Hyde Investments Limited Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: SE Sec 32 Twp 43 Rge 21 W3 Plan No 101531720 Extension 24 Title Number: 153254976

FORM C [Section 2.3] NOTICE

(The Tax Enforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be re gistered as own er under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document.

The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 197551907 and you are re quired to TA KE NO TI CE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality

seal

Dated this 30 day of July, 2024.

Meena Antil

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

Name of Assessed Owner

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:

Lot 13 Blk/Par 94 Plan No C4240 Extension 0

Title Number: 147025458 Margarita Pena, Administrator Per:

THE TOWN OF CUT KNIFE

Deborah Schaefer,Administrator

Submitted by

Marcella Pedersen

Cut Knife, Sask.

I travelled 600 kms. To reach Edmonton in my EV on Wednesday evening at 9:30 p.m. Of course I had stopped in N. Battleford, Lashburn, Lloydminster, Vegreville. Thursday morning, I heard a mew, so I asked my friend if she had a kitten or if her neighbours did. She replied no. In the afternoon I took off to Edmonton center to visit another friend for an hour or two. On my way back north to my hostess, while driving the car, I heard “mew”. Then I realized, one of the kittens from our farm was riding with me. When I stopped, I looked under the car seats –

Adventures to Edmonton

nothing; looked under the EV hood – nothing. My friend’s husband got a flashlight and could see nothing. So, when I looked, I could see a kitten’s ear, but very unreachable. We put some tuna and water out for the kitten and went to bed. The next morning, the kitten had eaten the tuna and had a drink, but returned to his safe hiding place. We tried more food. I tried calling it and it answered, but would not come out. So, I went to my friend’s place in South Edmonton, but got lost. As I had stopped at a Canadian Tire, I asked the serviceman if there was any chance, they would put the car on the hoist and see if they could reach the kitten. They responded

FORM C [Section 2.3] NOTICE

(The Tax Enforcement Act)

TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be re gister ed as ow ne r und er the above Act of the land described at the foo t o f this document.

The Municipality cla im s title to th e land by virtue of an inte re st based on the Ta x Li en registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 197551952 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land.

The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality.

Dated this 30 day of July, 2024.

Name of Assessed Owner

that they could try, but not until 3 p.m. So off I went to my friends. I texted her that I was in the Day Care parking spot for parents. While I was waiting on her, the Daycare Caregiver comes out to find out where the kitten in dis-

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST VILLAGE OF MEOTA PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 24th day of December, 2024, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel

THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD

Per:

Margarita

Pena, Administrator

LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 16 Blk/Par 138 Plan No C4240 Extension 0 Title Number: 146813429

tress is. She is looking under various cars, but decides it is my car. I told her my story. Soon my friend comes out. As I had a gifted box for her, we decided to take it into her suite so there would be room for her walker. When we get back to the car, there is a Fire Truck in the lane with four firemen. The daycare worker identifies me and my car. Apparently, she had called the Fire Dept. They had never heard of a kitten in a car motor, much less to find that the kitten had travelled 600 kms. They poked and prodded trying to get the kitten out. They tried food to no avail. One fireman assured the children that they would rescue the kitten, so now the pressure was on to succeed. With the other three firemen one on each side of the car, or under the car they thought for sure they could get it to move. After an hour with no success, I suggested maybe hosing it out, but they didn’t want to damage the car. Just when they were about to give up, one of the firemen caught the kitten and put it in a box. I was afraid it would jump out and showed the fireman how to hold the kitten by the scruff of the neck. They showed the black kitten with blue eyes to the children. I told the fireman that I didn’t want it. He asked one the fireman if his sister would want the kitten. I did not hear what the response was. We took pictures of our adventure (one and a half hour). While they kept trying to get the kitten out, my friend and I had a visit in the car waiting.

Buffalo Party announces candidate for the Battlefords

By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca

NORTH BATTLEFORD–

The Buffalo Party of Saskatchewan’s candidate for the Battlefords is Dale Richardson for the upcoming election.

Richardson is the father of two children, has lived in Saskatchewan since 2013 and has resided in the Battlefords since 2015.

By trade, Richardson is a mechanical engineering technologist and works at DSR Karis Consulting Inc., which is based in the Battlefords and in Alberta. He also has a podcast called The Karis Project.

Richardson said he decided to run for election because of

the “corruption” he says he sees in the government currently.

“I will stand up for the people,” he said.

He says as a candidate for the Buffalo Party, if elected, he will make sure that “the interests of Saskatchewan are protected, that jobs will come back and that crime will be prosecuted,... for the administration of justice.”

Richardson hopes people will vote for him as someone who will “stand up for the people of Saskatchewan.”

“I’m not here to play politics,” he said. “I’m here to defend the interests of the people. I will carry out the will of the people, and follow

the rule of law, and that is it. I am not here to get rich. I am not here to do anything else, but to work for the people. I want to show people what the

meaning of a public servant is–someone who is going to protect the people, and that’s what we’re here at the Buffalo Party to do.”

SJHL North Stars continues to commit to the community

Continued from page 14

Whether it’s playing and reading at the schools, hauling new mattresses in at Gold Eagle Lodge, helping with Co-op week, pass punt and kick competitions, youth events with Concern for Youth & Big Brother Big Sisters or the Festival of Trees, the list goes on and on,” added Schmidt.

Players understand what it takes to be a team member both on and off the ice.

Between morning practises, and games, players take part in a mixture of afternoon events, whether it be school, out in the

community, working on themselves or team building and bonding.

Schmidt also acknowledges, “The message to the boys and to this community is that we, as an organization and a team, wouldn’t be here without the community which is why any chance, we have to go out and make the community a better place we do. The 3 c’s of this organization are courage, commitment and community for a reason. “ You can keep up with the latest news and updates on either the North Stars website or Facebook page.

9:00 &11:00 am Email: st.josephcalasanctius_nb@Padiocese.ca Website: stjosephcalasanctius.com

Dale Richardson. Photo submitted by the Buffalo Party