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By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD–
An award-winning Indigenous Cree author plans to visit North Battleford to give a reading from her highly acclaimed book Bad Cree.
Jessica Johns, a member of the Sucker Creek First Nation in Northern Alberta, will speak at North Battleford Library on Feb. 26, for a 1 p.m. session for students and a 6 p.m. engagement for the general public to enjoy.
Her talk is part of Indigenous Storytelling Month activities in February.
Johns' visit is offered through a partnership with the North Battleford Library, Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs (BATC), and Library Services for Saskatchewan Aboriginal Peoples (LSSAP).
Jordon Weenie, a director of Employment and Training with BATC, and also the creator of the Indigenous Book Club at North Battleford Library, is looking forward to Johns' presentation.
This is the third year of the collaborative effort to bring in Indigenous authors to the library for Indigenous Storytelling Month.
"Previously we brought in Michelle Good and Richard Van Camp," Weenie said.
"We're trying to really utilize and bring forward our local Indigenous authors."
He said he is thrilled to have Johns come to the Battlefords.
"I'm going to be starstruck because Bad Cree is such a good book," Weenie said. "It's an exciting book. It's a really well-told story that includes a lot of thriller and horror elements. That's somewhat of a rarity with
mainstream Indigenous content. That's what makes me excited, because we're now starting to explore all these different themes through different genres, and becoming a bit more mainstream with our storytelling. That's exciting."
He sees the book as a combination horror story and a coming-of-age story at the same time.
"It deals a lot with grief
and healing," Weenie added.
"It's a story about a woman rediscovering her past and some trauma that had happened, but done in a cleverly spooky way, with Indigenous culture."
He notes the book would interest everyone–Indigenous and non-Indigenous people.
Weenie said the themes are universal, so anyone could relate to it.
Bad Cree won the MacE-
wan Book of the Year Award, was shortlisted for the Amazon First Novel Award, and was on the 2024 CBC Canada Reads longlist. The Indigenous Book Club in North Battleford read Bad Cree in September of 2023. "They loved it," Weenie said. "A lot of the books that we read can be extremely political. But this one was different because of the horror
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Jordon Weenie, of BATC, shown with the book “Bad Cree.”
Shannon Powell Launches Truly U Wigs and Accessories: A Heartfelt Return to Supporting Cancer Patients
By Tammy Ramsay
Formerly, Shannon Powell had her business established at Discovery Coop Mall from 2017 to 2022. Now, she is back working from home and offering “in-home visits” when necessary through her new venture, Truly U Wigs and Accessories. Powell expresses her joy about this life change and is eager to reconnect with her cancer patients.
“I’m back to take care of my cancer patients!” she exclaims. After spending 10 months caring for her dad, she is ready to dive back into her work and retrieve all her patients' files. Powell is thrilled to see how many of her patients have found her again, and she hopes to reach out to more of them through their files.
There’s nothing that would make Powell happier than reconnecting with her patients. Both new and former patients have been reaching out, and she has also tried to reconnect with some as well. It feels like the perfect puzzle coming together. Known for her big heart, Powell embraces everyone she encounters with warmth and care.
She serves patients in Battlefords and the surrounding areas, including Maymont, Radisson, Glaslyn, Meadow Lake, St. Walburg, Neilburg, Lloydminster, Unity, Wilkie, and Cutknife. What makes Powell stand out from other businesses in her field? According to Powell, it's her commitment to providing personalized care. "I take more time with each patient," she explains. "I really listen to them and strive to find the perfect hairpiece. I don’t just sell it from a box; I sit down with them to show them how to take care of their 'new hair.'
If they purchase from me, I even offer a custom cut for free, drawing on my 30 years as a journeyperson stylist."
Powell is also a certified topper and full wig fitter, enabling her to alter the sizes of wigs and toppers as needed.
Each client receives a free stand for their new piece, as Powell believes, "If they love it, then I’ve done my job." Her goal is to ensure they leave with a “HUGE SMILE.”
As a crucial part of her patients' cancer journeys, Powell assists breast cancer
patients in finding the right post-surgical bras and those needed for prostheses. She is a certified prosthesis fitter for Amoena and ABC, as well as an RX-certified Sigvaris stocking fitter. This means she can accurately measure clients, order the right size, and help them submit for insurance coverage. Powell operates as a medical provider and can file claims for most personal health benefits and Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) for Indigenous patients with a treaty number.
Patients may qualify for three post-surgical bras per year and a prosthesis every two years through their health care benefits, as well as Sigvaris RX prescriptions. NIHB may not realize these options are available as well, but Powell encourages anyone to reach out for assistance. "Just contact me, and I will help you with the application process," she urges. If you need support, don’t hesitate to reach out to her at 306 228 7831 or on Facebook at Truly U Wigs and Accessories. Powell is looking forward to helping you in any way she can!
Author of award-winning book “Bad Cree” coming to North Battleford
Weenie said. "There's humour there that everyone will get, and there's humour there that Indigenous people will understand."
Continued from page 1 element. It was a completely different story than what we're normally used to reading. We still talk about it. We still talk about the characters. We still talk about the story, because it left that much of an impact. It was a good read. Everyone loved it. Even people who don't love horror really liked the book."
He noted there are many comic elements in the book also that readers will enjoy. "It's a mixture of humour,"
Weenie hopes Johns' visit will inspire others to write their dreams and stories also.
"I hope they feel inspired to go home and write whatever it is that they want to write," he said.
Weenie said he hopes to start a writing club in the future, so budding writers can "write the stories of our beautiful town."
"I know there are writers here that are ready to come out and share their stories," he said.
With Indigenous Storytelling Month running all of February, Weenie hopes it encourages people to listen and to understand, to discover Indigenous stories. "That's where we live," he said. "We live in our stories. That's how we understand who we are–our identities, our culture, where we come from, and how we relate to one another."
Shannon Powell, now operating “Truly U Wigs and Accessories” from home, shows off her range of wigs, prosthetic bras, and accessories for cancer patients. | Photo by Tammy Ramsay
Trent Angus’s death deemed a homicide in Coroner’s Inquest
By Angela Brown SaskToday.ca
NORTH BATTLEFORD–The three-day Coroner's Inquest into the death of Trent Byron Angus concluded at the Dekker Centre in North Battleford Feb. 12.
The six-person jury found that Angus died by homicide, with multiple gunshot wounds to his abdomen and head on Feb. 27, 2022, between 12:03 a.m. and 12:07 a.m., according to the Saskatchewan Coroner's Service.
The jury did not make any recommendations.
In an email to SaskToday, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Justice and Attorney General stated: "The inquest jury is responsible for ascertaining the identity of the deceased and how, when, where and by what means the person died. They may also make recommendations to pre -
By Sasktoday Staff
NORTH
BATTLEFORD–
The woman who was reported as the victim of a kidnapping following a carjacking incident in North Battleford has now been found, police reported on Feb. 14 at 2:22 p.m.
At approximately 1:25 p.m., Saskatchewan RCMP located Leanna Frenchman safe at a residence on St. Laurent Drive in North Battleford.
On Feb. 14 at approximately 5 a.m., Battlefords RCMP received a report of an armed robbery on Railway Avenue E. in North Battleford.
Officers responded immediately and determined an adult male, who was armed with a firearm, approached a vehicle with two adult females inside. The adult male threatened the vehicle occupants and stole the vehicle. One of the females, 33-yearold Leanna Frenchman, was reportedly still inside. Based on their initial investigation and the report made, Battlefords RCMP had initially not located Frenchman and
vent similar deaths if they feel it is appropriate."
According to The Coroners Act, 1999, the jury shall, at the conclusion of the inquest, retire to consider the evidence and determine the identity of the deceased and how, when, where and by what means the deceased died. The jury shall not make any finding of legal responsibility. The jury may make any recommendation that it considers to be of assistance in preventing similar deaths.
The inquest was ordered after the Saskatoon Police Service conducted an independent, external investigation surrounding Angus’s death.
Angus was fatally shot by RCMP on Feb. 27, 2022, during a raid on an industrial building in Waseca.
During the raid, two men and one woman exited the building but a fourth person, Trent Angus, stayed
inside and wouldn’t comply with police commands, said RCMP.
When Angus exited the building he still wouldn’t comply with police commands, said RCMP, so they used non-lethal methods to force him to comply. Officers said, however, that they saw Angus display a firearm and gunfire was exchanged. An RCMP officer received a non-life-threatening injury during the incident.
One of the four officers who attended on the day of the shooting, with the aim to execute a search warrant, testified Feb. 11:
He was carrying a 40-millimetre launcher, a device that projects sponge-like projectiles.
"It sounds like a gunshot," he explained of the device.
"My role was to get on the scene," he said.
The Coroner's counsel, lawyer Blaine Beaven,
asked the officer to describe the events of the day.
He was accompanied by three other officers at the site. They were all stationed outside the building near the water tank.
The officer who testified Feb. 11 was looking for surveillance cameras to try to shoot at, but couldn't see any.
He noted three subjects came out of the building and were taken into custody.
He then heard gunshots coming from inside the building.
gus came out with his left hand in the air, possibly to try to push away the CS gas, while his right hand was hidden in his sweater pocket.
"I was concerned he had a weapon in his sweater, potentially a handgun," he said. "He didn't listen [to the police commands]."
The officer then aimed his 40-millimetre launcher toward Angus's leg.
He said he hoped by shooting a launcher round the subject would comply.
Attorney Emily Arthur, with the Department of Justice, from the counsel representing the RCMP, next questioned the officer about the lighting at the time of the event.
He noted it was dark outside, but there was brightness coming from all the vehicle lights on during the incident.
therefore considered her missing.
The second adult female exited the vehicle and reported no physical injuries to police.
Initial investigation indicated Frenchman may have been in the presence of an adult male, who was reportedly armed. Initial investigation has determined Frenchman and the adult male are not known to one another. They were last seen driving in North Battleford in a red 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix with Saskatchewan licence plate 186 NSA.
Saskatchewan RCMP continues to investigate and an update will be provided when available.
Saskatchewan RCMP’s General Investigation Section (GIS) is investigating the incident with the support of the Battlefords RCMP Detachment.
As a result of continued investigation, officers located the red 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix in a residential area on St. Laurent Drive in North Battleford at approximately 10:30 a.m., Feb. 14. The male suspect and Frenchman
were not located with the vehicle. Officers actively made patrols and continued working to locate Frenchman.
Residents in the area will note an increased police presence while this investigation continues.
Saskatchewan RCMP are asking business owners and residents who witnessed suspicious activity or captured home surveillance video in the area of St. Laurent Drive in North Battleford the morning of Feb. 14 to contact police immediately. Police are especially interested if your device captured the red Pontiac Grand Prix.
The suspect is described as a male with a round-shaped face, last seen wearing a baggy red sweater and jeans. Police do not have any other descriptors at this time.
If you have information about this investigation, contact your local police at 310-RCMP immediately or 911 in an emergency, or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or www.saskcrimestoppers. com.
- With files from The Canadian Press
The police released CS gas, a type of tear gas, into the air.
The officer said he then saw the green side-door open and a male subject came out. He did not at the time know it was Angus.
He recalled police told the man to come out with his hands up.
But the officer noted An-
When Angus was shot by the projectile he screamed and yelled, said the officer.
Then, he saw Angus' gun.
"I saw the male subject with a handgun. I yelled: 'gun, gun, gun.'"
He then heard shots, and then saw Angus in a prone position.
Then, he radioed the RCMP to say the team was involved in a shooting.
The officer said after he shot the 40-millimetre launcher, he looked down and saw that the subject was pointing a firearm at the RCMP.
"He pulled out a handgun ...," he said. "He was pointing it at us."
Beaven then asked if there was any plan to shoot at the incident. The officer said there wasn't a plan to shoot anybody.
"We wanted the subject to exit peacefully, to take them into custody," he said. - With files from Lisa Joy
The inquest was held at the Dekker Centre in North Battleford. | Photo by Averil Hall
The GST holiday lesson
By R.H. Wood North Battleford
My “Wood Pile” contribution last week apparently contained too many long words, and for this, I apologize. However, as I have explained in the past, these words may have been in my head for more than two generations and desperately want out – “prolixity,” a favorite, was ever so happy. “Orthography,” the art of spelling, was never my strong point, but I remember receiving much praise from Miss Phillips, my teacher, awe from classmates, and astonishment for myself when I spelled
“neighbor” correctly more than 75 years ago. For this week I decided to use only small words containing only three letters – I gave up after two sentences and switched to four letters. This did not last long, and I gave up this line of thought which was a waste of time. However, it took my mind off current affairs and how our leaders – so-called politicians, are getting this world into more
and more trouble. Even the three-letter word, “war” can be heard. The prime troublemakers each have only five letters in their name – Trump and Putin. Hitler and Stalin had six letters each.
Mr. Trump has a preoccupation with Arctic waters pointing out that global warming is making them more navigable, especially for foreign shipping and weaponry. Our northern reaches are thus more susceptible to attack and invasion as is the American mainland. While this is all true surely the next war will involve mainly aerial and missile attacks.
Mr. Poilievre is now promoting Canadian sovereignty with flag waving and drum beating. He is no longer clarifying the “Axe the Tax” slogan as this has been adopted by the two-tongued Liberal Party. They are likening Mr. Poilievre to Mr. Trump while Mr. Carney is becoming more Churchillian in speech and garb. Meanwhile, Mr. Trudeau has been for a final goodwill trip to Europe at our expense to polish up his image just before “Cherry Blossom” time – who else remembers this still available footwear product? I am sure he will be awarded an international position although
Mr. Trump may voice his opinion.
According to the Liberals, we have just enjoyed a surprise holiday meaning a sixweek break in paying tax on a limited range of items. Such arrogance – it was no holiday – it was an undisguised attempt to attract votes. For us, the surprise was not that over Christmas we saved about $60 on GST and HST, it was that to reach that figure we must have spent more than $1000 on an appropriate, but limited range of items, never mind whatever else we paid for at home and on a short visit to B.C. to watch grandson hockey.
Management
Prorogation of Parliament means that most of our elected representatives who enjoy a good salary plus expenses and benefits have been paid for achieving nothing for weeks on end and yet they feel they should be re-elected. With world chaos brewing, our government not functioning, a general election looming, this country heading for bankruptcy, and Mr. Trump thinking up new tariffs and making repeated threats forcing us to become the 51st state, I have some choice words for the situation we are in – some quite long and some impolitely small.
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Avoid frozen pipes this winter with expert advice
NEWS RELEASE From Corporate Office of HomeStars – With freezing temperatures continuing across Canada this week, many Canadians are at risk of frozen–or burst–pipes. Temperatures are predicted to range from two degrees Celsius to minus 40 Celsius this upcoming week.
Extreme weather can wreak havoc on our homes, even when they are used to cold temperatures. From broken furnaces to burst pipes, there’s an array of inconvenient and expensive issues it’s best to avoid. Residents might not be aware that pipes can freeze if your home drops under a mild 14 degrees Celsius–meaning homes left alone are at risk if their heating isn’t scheduled to stay on. While this may seem like a high temperature for freeze risk, there are various factors that can cause pipes to freeze at or below this temperature. These can include wind chill, water flow, or the location of the pipes.
HomeStars.com, the reliable way to hire pros, has advised on how best to protect your home from the ravages of sub-zero temperatures. From the temperature you need to keep your home at internally, to locating your shut-off valve, they are simple tips that anyone can follow.
Colleen McGrory, from HomeStars. com, said: “Cold weather can wreak havoc on our homes and outside spaces. As always, preparing for the weather in advance is always the best option–but there are also some last-minute jobs you can do to protect your home.
“Frozen pipes are a particular problem and can cause plenty of issues with leaks long after the cold weather has left. If you follow our top tips your home will be well prepared for the forthcoming cold weather and prevent any issues from occurring."
HomeStars.com expert tips include:
Protect your outdoor faucets
Frozen outdoor faucets can add serious pressure to your internal pipes. It’s good practice to disconnect any hoses over winter and drain any outside water supply, as well as insulate any outdoor faucets. Keeping your faucets safe in the winter is simple with a 20-dollar faucet jacket from a retailers. This simple insulated protector cover can save you from a whole host of problems if the worst were to happen to an exposed outdoor faucet.
Know where your main shut-off valve is–and turn your water off If you have an emergency from a
broken outdoor faucet, you’ll quickly need to know where your shut-off valve is located. This is normally found near your foundation wall and close to the water meter. If you think you won’t find it easily, consider adding a tag to it so it can be quickly found in an emergency. It’s also advisable to turn your water off at the valve if going away for a lengthy period, especially over the winter months, as this will prevent any leaks or burst pipes.
Regular furnace service
The last thing anyone needs when the temperature plunges is a broken furnace. An annual furnace service will ensure any potential issues are nipped in the bud. Should your furnace break during freezing weather, you’ll not only be facing a cold house, but it could lead to burst pipes should the water inside them freeze.
Keep your heating on low or use a timer
We recommend keeping your thermostat on around 15 degrees when away from your home. While it’s understandable that homeowners don’t want to spend money on heating an empty home, it’s important to maintain a reasonable temperature while you’re away, as temperatures as low as 14 internally can lead to frozen pipes. Make sure that the coldest part of your house won’t dip below this temperature. If you don’t have a thermostat, you can use the timer on your furnace for the heating to come on for a short time per day.
Install smart technology
Another option for a thermostat or timer is using smart technology to control the temperature of your home. You
can use the smart thermostat to set the temperature you prefer, wherever you are and whenever you want. Smart thermostats allow you to remotely set the temperature and timings of your heating system, meaning that you can change it as and when you need.
Insulate
Insulating the colder parts of your home will help prevent freezing pipes from colder temperatures. You can insulate your pipes internally and externally, exterior walls, water tanks, and your attic space. Good insulation also protects your home from hot weather, so it’s worth the investment. Pay particular attention to any pipes that are most likely to freeze, such as those located near exterior walls or in the basement. Insulating furnace blankets and pipe covers can be purchased from hardware stores and are effective at protecting pipes and reducing energy bills.
Manage airflow at home
To help keep your home at a consistent temperature, allow warm air to pass through the house via open internal doors. If your tanks or pipes are in cupboards, leave your cupboards open to allow warm air to circulate too. You should also ensure your home is protected from any cold air from outside. It’s worth adding draft excluders to any doors and windows if they’re letting the cold in. Seal air leaks and gaps around your home–apply weather strips to close gaps in your doors and windows to stop cold air from getting in.
If your pipes do burst you will need to contact an emergency plumber to fix it, but make sure to turn off the main water supply valve ASAP!
Frozen pipes like these can lead to costly repairs if not properly insulated and maintained. | Photo by HomeStars
Armchair Gardening
By Paticia Hanbidge Orchid Horticulture
This is the perfect time of year to become an armchair gardener. Winter is still in full force and there is enough snow outside that not much can be done. There is time to sit and read, cover to cover, each seed catalog that arrives in the mailbox........and if you are not receiving enough catalogs–just ask your friends or turn on the computer! There is a whole world of gardening possibilities at your fingertips! The new varieties, the tried and true, the heritage, the odd and unusual or hardto-find seeds are all out there.
If you find you are having trouble deciding what new seeds to order for the garden, there is plenty of help available. A good source for searching out catalogs is as close as your home computer. Type in ‘garden seed sources for the prairies’ or any variety you can think of and you will be amazed at what appears. If you subscribe to any of the gardening magazines they too will usually contain a listing of different seed suppliers. You have just enough time to read through these listings, pick out a few, order the catalogs, or shop online. After all, we likely still will have a few days of winter ahead.
To have the most success possible it is helpful to understand a little bit about the common terms used in seed catalogs. Reading the small print about each selection is important. Vegetable varieties are listed with days to harvest, which means from the seeding date to when you can harvest your vegetables. This will always vary within a week or two depending on the weather. In Saskatchewan, you can usually rely on a late spring frost so be prepared.
Other terms you might need help deciphering include: heirloom, heritage, open-pollinated, and hybrid. Many plant varieties are hybrids meaning the flowers of two related species have been cross-pollinated to produce a new flower or vegetable variety that exhibits superior growth or hybrid vigor. The
seed from hybrid varieties will likely be sterile, however, if it does germinate, it is unlikely that the flowers or vegetables will be like the parent plant. The plants may be sterile and not produce flowers at all. If you wish to save seeds from what you plant, then it will be important to grow open-pollinated, also commonly called heritage or heirloom plants. These plants, as they breed true, are not a hybrid cross so saving seeds from these plants will produce very similar plants when the seeds from these plants are grown. Last but not least, it is important to understand the difference between annual, biennial, and perennial. Annuals are plants that will complete their entire lifecycle in one growing season – germinate, grow, flower, and set seed. In less severe climates, what we consider annuals are often perennial–
PRESS RELEASE – The Regina Police Service is asking for information from the public that could assist in locating 15 year-old Exodus Tobacco-Juice. Tobacco-Juice was last seen on February 5, 2025 at approximately 3:49 pm in the 2300 block of 12th Avenue. Tobacco-Juice is described as: female, 5’7”, and 134 lbs with a medium build. Tobacco-Juice has black hair worn in a ponytail, and brown eyes. She was last seen wearing black jacket, red sweater, black sweatpants and black boots.
There is no evidence to believe Tobac-
but for us on the prairies they are most definitely annuals. Biennials will take two years to complete their lifecycle and will often only produce vegetative growth in the first year and flower and fruit in the following year. Perennials are plants that survive our winter in the great outdoors and live for three years or more.
Spend your time wisely –expanding your knowledge while armchair gardening! Hanbidge is the Lead Horticulturist with Orchid Horticulture. Find us at www. orchidhort.com; by email at info@orchidhort.com; on facebook @orchidhort and on instagram at #orchidhort. Tune into GROW Live on our Facebook page https:// www.facebook.com/orchidhort or check out the Youtube channel GROW… https://www.youtube.com/ channel/UCzkiUpkvyv2e2HCQlFl0JyQ?
co-Juice has come to harm, however, she is considered vulnerable due to her age, health risks and medication required. Police would like to locate them to ensure their safety. Anyone who has information that would help police locate Avery Prosper is asked to contact the Regina Police Service at 306-7776500 or Regina Crime Stoppers at https:// www.reginacrimestoppers.ca/ or 1-800-222TIPS (8477).
The Regina Police Service thanks the public and the media for their attention to this matter.
Seed packets. | Submitted photo
Indigenous storytelling night comes to Meota
By Trudy Janssens Correspondent
After being in BC for a week, visiting my 101-yearold Mother, it was catch up with what was happening in Meota. Members of the ‘Do Drop In’ held their monthly meeting on Valentine’s Day in their newly renovated building. The renovation is almost complete with only a few details to finish up. The space for the Nurse Practitioner is complete and the equipment the Nurse will require is being delivered. Posters are up to make appointments. The Nurse will be arriving on Feb. 25, 2025, and if you would like an appointment you call 1(306)248-3434 which is the number at the St. Walburg Clinic. The Nurse Practitioner will be in Meota every Tuesday of the month from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. Anyone from the village of Meota, the RM of Meota, Lakeview, Metinota, Cochin, and Aquadao can use this service. Planning has begun for an Official Grand Re-Opening of the ‘Do Drop In’ to be held this spring. It will allow us to thank all the volunteers, tradesmen, and everyone who pitched in financially.
Arlene Walker read an interesting history of the ‘Do Drop In’ building. It was initially opened in 1927 and they used to participate in lawn bowling indoors. The story will be posted on the new bulletin board once it’s up.
This year the ‘Do Drop In’ will be sending in $100 to the Kinsmen Telemiracle 49! That means Telemiracle has been going for 49 years. This year it’s on March 1 & 2, 2025. “Ring those phones!”
Linda Ard was presented with an Honorary Life Membership to the “Do Drop In’ in recognition of reaching the milestone of 90 years. Linda has given a lifetime of experience and wisdom to the community.
Feb 7th Canasta results are as follows: First place to Linda Ard and Larry Clarke, Second place to Gordon Klien and Arlene Walker. Canasta has resumed Friday’s at 1:30pm. Shuffleboard has also resumed on the third Saturday of the month. Feb 15th winners were as follows: 1st Place–Carol Dyck & Larry Clarke, 2nd Place–Bob Lisko & Wally Mack, 3rd Place–Linda Ard & Gordon Klien. Here’s hoping that
Nestor Fransoo can rejoin us soon.
February is Saskatchewan Indigenous Storytelling Month. Tuesday, February 25th at 6:30 pm Darwin Atcheynum will be at the Meota Community Hall in Meota, Darwin is a storyteller, stone carver, artist, and traditional knowledge keeper from Sweetgrass First Nation. Everyone is welcome. For more information, you can visit www.lssap.ca/storytelling Meota is having an Open Bonspiel at the Curling Rink from Feb. 28 to March 1st. To register text or call Derek at 1-306-441-9257. Entry deadline is Feb 26th. There will be a Concession.
Two Meota United/Anglican Church events are coming up early in March. Shrove Tuesday is on March 4th at the Meota Cafe from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. World Day of Prayer will be held Friday, March 7th at the ‘Do Drop In’ at 7:00 pm. This year the theme is the Cook Islands which are located near New Zealand. Meota’s United Anglican Church will host this event this year and everyone is welcome.
Arlene Walker presents Linda Ard with her Lifetime Membership Award for the ‘Do Drop In’. Once you reach 90 years of age you’ll qualify for the Award.
Linda Ard, nee Shepherd, with Marnie and Brian Gladwell, at her “Per 90th” birthday celebration in Meota on Sept. 1st, 2024. Linda worked as a “Mother’s Helper” for the Gladwell family from Sept. 1950 to June 1953, while finishing Grades 10 to 12 at the the NBCI. She has kept in touch with the family, including Ross, the middle child, and had a visit with him in Ontario later in Sept.
Battleford Agricultural Society News
By Mary Graham Battleford Agricultural Society
On February 12, the BAS annual meeting was held with 20 members attending.
Manager Jocelyn Ritchie informed the Society that she is resigning as Manager, effective immediately. Jocelyn was given an applause of Appreciation for her 20plus years of managing the Society.
The Board did not decide on when advertising for a new Manager will begin.
Although the Accountant from Vintage Chartered Accounting was unable to attend, he made a copy of the 2024 Audit available.
At present, the BAS finances are a bit of a concern. Funds usually had at this time of year, are lower than usual. Rising operational costs, fewer public events, and lack of income
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from held events make for a challenging year ahead. The decision was made that the Society has to diversify and add new events, plus retaining the former yearly events, hopefully creating more revenue.
The Manager, President, and Others indicated a huge "Thank You " be extended to all the Sponsors, who time and time again help with their donations. Without their sponsorship, it would
be a real struggle to put on Events. As in any organization, Volunteers are the ones that make an event successful. The two little words " Thank You" do not fully convey how appreciative the BAS is for all you do.
Battleford's Agricultural Society was formed in 1884, One hundred and forty years ago, though under a different name. Over the years, it has had a few names, but its goal has never changed,
"Serve the Community."
Now, if we, the Board, the Volunteers, the Sponsors, and You, the People, support the events presented, the BAS will continue to exist.
If you want to know more about the Society or want to Volunteer, we welcome you to visit the office located in the Agrivilla.
For 2025, the BAS Board Members are: President Leanna Cota; Vice President
Hilda Rose Kadler; Board Members- Irene Greer, Gerald Koopman, Karen Patterson, Brenda Stone, Tom Pain, Deanna Rowlands, Melanie Trach, Mark Johannesen, Annette Smith, Nicole Pritchard-Livingston, Sandi Aries, Blair Walker, and Tanya Beland. Working in the office is the Office Assistant, Meghan Keall. Our Ground Maintenance worker is Mathew Klassen.
Friendship Club supports SOS Village and care home
By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent
The Borden Friendship Club held their business meeting on February 12th, with a small turnout. A thank you card and a letter was read from the SOS Village that our club sponsors and the various initiatives that enable students to gain further education. A thank you card was also read from the Borden Care Home for our donation of $370 to help purchase needed supplies. The Club catered to 30 Firefighters from surrounding towns at a training course on February 8th and supplied lunch at no cost to them. There will
be a 55+ Alive Safe Driving course being held on March 26th from 9 am to 4 pm in the Club Room and the Safety Council rep will be on hand to show videos and explain the rules of the road. There is no cost to attend and there is no test at the end. Bring your own lunch and coffee/juice will be supplied. Contact Bev Assman at 306997-2067 by March 19th to register. They would like between 10 and 20 participants. Volunteers are still required for the Literacy program set up with the school and SCC when adults will read with children to increase their reading ability and this will be done at the school or at
the local library on March 13th and 27th from 11:20 am to 12:20 pm.
The Borden Friendship Club held their annual Valentine’s Tea and Bake Sale in the Club Room on February 14 and the room and tables were all decorated in a Valentine’s theme by Brenda and her crew. There were close to 40 in attendance, thanks to some coming from Radisson, and everyone enjoyed angel food cake with whipped cream and strawberries with their beverages. The 50/50 draw of $53 was won by John Longmore of Borden. And winning door prizes were Delmar, Jackie, Sandi, Jan, Karen, Brenda,
Ron, Darrel, Vera, Jean and Lisa. A total of $567.00 was raised and this will be sent into Telemiracle with Affinity Credit Union which will match the donation for a total of over $1100.00, thanks to everyone who attended and to those who brought baking and door prizes. At the upcoming potluck suppers, Don & Linda will entertain on February 27th and on March 27th there will be a group called Original Covers. There will be cash Bingoes on February 19th, March 19th, and April 16th, all at 7 pm in the Club Room.
St. John’s Anglican Church held its annual Vestry meeting after church on
Sunday, February 16th. Reports were heard from Treasurer Sandi Long, Rector Rev. Sheldon Carr, Warden report by Sharon Assman, Verger’s report on building, maintenance, and grounds by Ron Tumbach and Tom Hrenkiw, read by Brenda Tumbach, and the rectory report given by Brenda, stating what had been done in 2024 and what needs to be done in the upcoming year. The church will eventually need new flooring and quotes were handed out from 3 different flooring companies In Saskatoon, but this was tabled until a later date. Brenda is the delegate to attend Synod in Saskatoon, with
Jean Brooke as the alternate. The Church will be holding a luncheon on March 3rd from 11:30 am to 1 pm in the Church Lower Hall, a Shrove Tuesday pancake/ sausage supper on March 4th in the Senior’s Room, from 4:30- 7 pm, by donation and the proceeds will go to Telemiracle. Lorraine O will be asking for workers for the various jobs throughout the evening so contact her as to when you could work. On Ash Wednesday, March 5th, there will be a service in the Church at 11 am, and on March 7th a Women’s World Day of Prayer service will be in St. John’s at 2 pm with lunch to follow.
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5t ypes of exercise that boos theart health
Heartdiseaseaffects appr oxi mately 2. 4m illion Canadian adults.February is HeartMonth in Canada, theperfect timetobring attentiontothe importanceof cardiovascular health.Did you know exercise is one of thebestwaystoreduceyour risk of heartdisease?Here arefive typesofexerciseto improve your hearthealth
1. Briskwalking is agreat waytoincreaseenergylevels, reducecholesterol and strengthenyour heart. Moreover, it’seasieronyour joints than othertypesofexercise likerunning.
2. Weight training builds lean muscle mass, whichcan help you burn more calories at rest,and in turn,helpyou
maintain ahealthyweight It also reducespericardial adiposetissue, atype of fat aroundthe heart.
3. Cyclingisanexcellent aerobicexercisethathelps improve your balanceand coordination. It also strengthensthe heartmuscles,lowersrestingpulse andreduces blood fatlevels.
4. Yoga increasesstrength andflexibility andpromotes relaxationand mindfulness This helpsrelieve stress and reduceblood pressure
5. Swimmingisa full-body workout that’s good foryour heartand trains thebody to useoxygenmoreefficiently Swimmingisalsolow impact,soit’sa good activity for peopleofall ages andthose with arthritis or jointpain.
Finally,the most importantthing is to findanactivity you enjoyand can integrate into your lifestyle. Aimfor at least150 minutes aweek of moderate-intensity activity Consultyourdoctorbefore startinga newexerciseprogram
February is HeartMonth in Canada,a perfect occasiontotestyour knowledge of this vitalorgan.Try answeringthese 10 questions.Good luck!
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. On average, howmany timesdoesthe heartbeat each day?
A. 50,000
B. 100,000
C. 150,000
2. About how many litres of blood doesthe adultheart pumpper day?
A. 4,000
B. 6,000
C. 8,000
3. What’s thenameofthe muscular wall separating theleftand right sidesof theheart?
A. Septum
B. Atrium
C. Aortic arch
4. What’s theheartrateofa
typical adultatrest?
A. 40 to 80 beatsper minute
B. 60 to 100 beatsper minute
C. 75 to 125 beatsper minute
5. Whichparts of theheart receive oxygenatedblood fromthe lungs?
A. Theleftatriumand ventricle
B. Theright atrium andpulmonary veins
C. Theaorta andpulmonary artery
TRUE OR FALSE
6. Theheartisthe first organ to developinanembryo.
7. Theheartbeat is caused by electricimpulses transmittedbyneurons
8. “Heartattack”and “cardiac arrest” mean thesamething.
9. Theheartislocated in the middleofthe chest.
10.The hearthas four valvesthatallowa one-way flowofblood.
Areyou taking care of your hear thealth?
Di dy ou know th at ne ar ly one in 12 Ca na di an saged 20 or overare livingwith diagnosed heartdiseaseand that 14 dieevery hour?Inhonour of HeartMonth this February, take thetimetorememberthe importanceoftakingcare of yourheartevery singleday
What arethe signs to look out for?
Many signs can indicatethatyou maybesuffering fr om he ar td is ea se or at ri sk of ah ea rt at ta ck .Someofthe most commonsigns include:
•Tightness, sharppainora feelingofheaviness in thechest
•D is co mf or ti no th er pa rt so ft he uppe rb ody, likethe neck,jaw,shoulders,armsand back
•Shortnessofbreath
•Profuse sweating
•Nausea
•Dizziness
It’s important to notethatthe signs maybemoresubtle in women. Forexample,women mayalsofeel fatigued, have troublesleeping, experience chestdiscomfortsimilar to heartburnand deal with heightened anxiety.
Howtoreducethe risks
Regular medical check-ups arecruci al fo ry ou ro ve ra ll well-being.Managinghealth issues likehighblood pressure, diabetes andhighcholesterolearly on cansignificantly loweryour risk of heartdisease
Healthylifestyle habits arealsocrucial to tipping theodds in your favour.For example, you should:
•Learntomanagestress
•Get enough sleep
•Bephysically active
•Limit alcohol consumption
•Eat healthyand avoidultra-processedfoods
•Quitsmoking
True
7. False. Unlikeother muscles, theheartis autonomous andgeneratesthe electrical impulsesitneedsto beat
8. False. In cardiac arrest, theheartstops beating. Aheartattack occurs when part of theheart lacksblood due to a blockedartery. If left untreated,the blocked part of theheartcan deteriorate.
9. True
10.True. Theaortic, tricuspid,pulmonary and mitral valves
SADD’s sweet success at Valentine cake auction
By Kathy Utri Correspondent
Alyssa Doud, a 15-year old Grade 9 student from Maidstone, competed at the Pandas Open in Edmonton on Sunday, Feb. 6, 2025. In the U16 Girls Indoor 200 m, Alyssa crossed the finish line with a new personal best time of 27.25 seconds. Her time put her in 2nd place in the meet and she is now ranked 12th in the country in the event. Alyssa also competed
in the 60 m sprint, placing 2nd overall at the meet, and is ranked 28th in Canada with her current personal best time of 8.27 seconds. Alyssa will compete in the 2025 Alberta Indoor Track & Field Championships on Mar. 1 and 2 in Edmonton. Alyssa is the daughter of Leanne Murphy and Laramie Doud.
Congratulations to Maidstone High School's Junior Curling team who won Divisions for the Battle River Athletics Association. They
will compete in the Junior High School Districts Curling playoffs in St. Walburg at the end of the month.
It was exciting while it lasted but the season has ended for Maidstone Senior Jets with a 12-2 loss to Neilburg Monarchs in the second game of finals. The Jets thank all their fans and sponsors for unwavering support through every game and many unforgettable moments. See you next year!
The Legion Club Room's
$166 on Feb. 13 was Tina Vallee. No Ace of Spades was found so the jackpot rose to about $2800 this week.
Maidstone High School’s SADD group raised $1502.00 at their Valentine's Cake Auction. The amazing array of cakes made it hard to choose what to make an offer on. They all looked so delicious! Thanks to everyone who baked and to all the bidders.
Maidstone Bowling Club's Neon Valentine's Bowl and Raffle raised a little more than $1200 for the bowling alley. Approximately 30 people came down to the bowl, with Taylor Bamford winning the prize for best neon attire. Special thanks to Keven for donating the prize and crafting glow-in-the-dark bracelets for all the bowlers. Winners of the raffle baskets were Jessie Schill and Kathy Utri. (Yes, I won and it really was fantastic!) The bowling alley thanks everyone for your support.
Bowling scores for Week 18 were Youth Junior: Stone 143, Anna 116; Youth Senior: Ben 209; Ladies: Tara B 197, Debbie N 182; Seniors Women: Pat A 178, Denise N 156; Seniors Men: Keven K 231, Walter K 190; Business Women: Carley J 256,
Men: Justin W 241, Ryan D 238; High Triples: Ryan D 626, Carley J 585, Keven K 569, Pat A 499, Sandra M 482.
Join the residents at Pine Island Lodge for their annual Box Social on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. MST. Come out and bid on a box of baking with all proceeds going to Telemiracle.
On Sunday, Feb.23 from 2 to 7 p.m. CST (1 to 6 MST), the Winter Chili Bowl event will take place at Paynton Gym. This is a fundraiser to get their new Rhubarb Festival going in June. Chili bowls & buns, chili dogs, hotdogs, beverages including a beer/wine bar, table games, cornhole plus a baked goods raffle all add up to a lot of fun.
Grade 9's are having a Bottle Drive fundraiser to help with their year-end field trip to Regina. They'll be picked up in Paynton-Maidstone-Waseca on Monday, Feb. 24 starting at 3:30 p.m. MST. If you'd like to donate refundable to help them out, call the school at 306-893-2351.
Reminders: - Maidstone Arena's fundraiser through Maidstone AA Foods and Schwings Meeting Place runs till the end of Feb. This is great quality food, folks! Contact Tracey 1-306-425-0560.
- Bowling Tournament at Maidstone Bowling Alley on Saturday, Mar. 1 with 3 time slots: 12, 3:30, and 7 p.m. MST, 10 teams per slot. Great prizes! To book call or text Ryan at 306-893-8310.
Chase the Ace winner of
Brooke C 229; Business
Maidstone High School
Maidstone High School Junior Curling Team Won Gold at Battle River Athletics Association Divisions. Pictured (left to right) are: Evelyn, Macey, Kayden, Joanne, and Jael. | Photo courtesy of MHS and Christine Myer
Alyssa Doud of Maidstone Achieved a Personal Best of 27.25 Seconds in the 200 m Timed Final at Pandas Open in Edmonton on Sunday, Feb. 9, Placing 12th in Canada in the Event.
Maidstone’s Alyssa Doud at the Pandas Open Competition on Feb. 9 in Edmonton. | Photos submitted by Leanne Doud
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AMSON: Jack - December 17, 1935-Febr uar y 8, 2025 Jack Gerald Amson passed away at RUH in Saskatoon peacefully on Febr uar y 8 2025 with family by his side Jack was bor n December 17, 1935, in Kr ydor, Sk He was second son of Jack Sr and Beatr ice Amson of Kr ydor Jack had an older brother Jim and a sister Shir ley Jack met Myr tle Thue through his brother Jim who was dating Nor ma Thue, sister to Myr tle Jack fell madly in love with Myr tle while she was in training as a Registered Nurse and they were marr ied December 4 1959 They really completed each other and had a wonderful special full life together until Myr tle passed Apr il 4, 2019 Jack used to help Jim in his butcher shop and then one day decided to star t a painting business After being trained by Bill Irwin he went on his own and could be found around the province spray painting the towns red In 1967 Jack and Myr tle moved to a far m at Radisson and thought they had the wor ld by the tail Their family grew and they had 8 kids who wor ked together to grow the family far m Jack had a love for cattle and passed that love onto many children and grand children He quickly had to lear n ever ything on his own about far ming and was happy to have Jack Fowlie and Len Par k to help him out and Dar yl Amey to help repair the machiner y Jack was ver y active in the communit y He enjoyed shooting pool and cur ling was his game of choice His cur ling team even scored a rare eight ender once Jack also coached hockey played slow-pitch At 84 years old he had to r un bases for Marsha that year since she hur t her ankle and pr ior to that he was our family team pitcher Jack was a family man always believing in his kids and that they could do anything He enjoyed visiting with fr iends, family and even strangers Ever y day he took an hour off to meet up with coffee row at the Red Bull Sur vived by Greg (Kelly) John (Ar lene) Wendy (Nick) Jonescu Tim (Gayle) Dave (Lor i) Rock y (Sherr y) Marsha (Rick) Bzdel and Tania Jack has 20 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren His in laws Donna (Don) Dolgopole, Sheila Thue, Levonne Thue, Joan Thue, Joyce Haines and many nieces and nephews Also, his brother Jim Amson’s family Brad (Kathi) Amson and Blake s par tner Donna Jack is also sur vived by Alice Gar vik who he lived with and enjoyed each other s company dear ly for t wo and a half years They were like teenagers dating it was great to see the youthful love they had for each other Jack could always be heard saying how special Alice was always to him Jack cannot be replaced and has left an ever lasting impression on ever yone who knew him and will leave a huge hole in all our hear ts Celebration of life will be held at the Borden Communit y Hall on Fr iday Febr uar y 21 2025 at 1:00 p m To leave condolences and to watch the live stream please visit Jack’s obituar y at www dalmenyfuneralhome ca Donations can be made to the Radisson First Responders or the Hear t and Stroke Foundation in Jack Amson’s name Arrangements entr usted to Dalmeny Funeral Home 306-254-2022
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Town of Battleford Summer EmploymentOpportunities
Parks and Recreation Department - 11 positions
Positions are available in Parks Maintenance (2), Fred Light Museum (2), Tot Lot (3), and Campground (4). Some positions require a valid Saskatchewan Driver ’s License. Full job descriptions may be requested at parks@battleford.ca Start dates vary between the start and end of May.
Utilities – 2 positions
Responsibilities will include assisting in maintaining the water and sewer infrastructure, facilities and will primarily be responsible to ensure that all maintenance activities are fulfilled in a timely manner as effectively, efficiently, and safely as possible. This position will ensure high standards of workmanship and efficiency.
Public Works – 2 positions
Responsibilities will include assisting in maintaining the streets and roads infrastructure, facilities and will primarily be responsible to ensure that all maintenance activities are fulfilled in a timely manner as effectively, efficiently, and safely as possible. Also, ensuring that Battleford residents have safe transportation and environment
Please indicate on your cover letter what position(s) you are applying for in order of preference. All positions are open to male and female applicants and are covered by the Canadian Union Public Employees (CUPE), Local No 3003 Collective Agreement Job descriptions are available online.
Please submit your resume in person at Town Hall, mail to Box 40, Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 or email @ reception@battleford.ca phone: (306) 937-6200
KANAWEYIMIK
CHILD & FAMILY SERVICES INC.
Kanaweyimik is an independent, non-political child welfare agency providing child welfare and family services to four First Nations. Mosquito, Saulteaux & Sweetgrass First Nations contract for services with Kanaweyimik.
The following is a general description of a Family Service Worker (Social Worker) position Salary will be commensurate with experience, training and education. This is a full-time, permanent position
FAMILY SERVICE WORKER (SOCIAL WORKER) 2 FULL-TIME, PERMANENT POSITION
• The Family Service Worker is directly responsible to the Supervisor and/or Executive Director;
• Manage a caseload in the area of child welfare and family support services;
• Intake services;
• Services to children-in-care;
• Community development;
• Services to families in need of support to prevent children coming-into-care;
• Maintain computerized data, case recordings, individual and family files, etc;
• Coordinate case planning sessions and monitor case plans to ensure families are receiving services;
• Child abuse investigations;
• Will comply with the provisions of the Kanaweyimik Personnel Manual as it exists from time to time
QUALIFICATIONS
• Must have a University Degree from a recognized School of Social Work;
• Must have at least 5 years experience and proven ability to work in the counselling and social services area with families and children;
• Must demonstrate knowledge of The Child & Family Services Act;
• Must have work experience assessing families and children;
• Must have work experience counselling families and children;
• Must demonstrate a clear understanding and knowledge of native family systems;
• Must demonstrate knowledge in the area of family violence dynamics;
• Must demonstrate knowledge of the effects of separation as it relates to placement of children;
• Knowledge of the Cree language is an asset;
• Computer skills are a position requirement;
• Excellent verbal, written and time management skills are required;
• A clear criminal records check and vulnerable sectors check MUST BE PRESENTED AT INTERVIEW;
• Must have a valid Saskatchewan driver’s licence. Application deadline is March 7, 2025 at 5:00pm. Start date to be determined Please forward resumes by fax, email or mail to: (306) 445-2533, marleneb@kanaweyimik.com Only successful applicants will be contacted for scheduled interviews Recruitment process to continue until a successful candidate is selected Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services, Inc. P.O. Box 1270
Battleford, Saskatchewan S0M 0E0
Attention: Marlene Bugler
PARKS AND RECREATION - PARKS AND ARENA OPERATOR
Hours of Work: Summer Months: Monday- Friday 7:00 am- 5:00 pm
Winter Months: (4) 10-hour shifts weekly between 7:00 am and 12:30 am | 40 hours/week
Term of Employment: Full-Time Permanent Position
Applications are now being accepted for the above position The Parks & Arena Operator position is supervised by the Manager of Parks and Recreation This position requires versatility in performing day-to-day tasks involved in the operation and maintenance of the arena, parks, sports fields, and green spaces as well as the operation and maintenance of the vehicles and equipment. This is a direct, hands-on in-scope position that is included in the Collective Bargaining Unit CUPE Local 3003 This is a full-time permanent position which includes 6 months working in the arena and 6 months working in the parks department Salar y and Benefits:
Per CUPE Agreement - $19.97/hour ( 2024 CUPE rate) Town Benefit Plan
Closing Date: 2025-Februar y- 24th
Interested candida tes are invited to apply by submitting a detailed resume with a cover letter to:
Jordan Schechtel
Drop off: 432 27th Street, South side of the Alex Dillabough Centre, Battleford, SK Phone: 306-937-6216 | Fax: 306-937-3103 | Email: parks@ba ttleford.ca
To review the job description please contact Rachael MacDonald – Administrative Assistant Email: parks@ba ttleford.ca | Phone: 306-937-6216
Please Note: Priority will be given to internal applicants
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
PUBLIC NOTICE
RM of Mervin No. 499 Public Notice Sale of Municipal Reser ve
Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Mer vin intends to adopt one bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007, (PDA). This bylaw is to allow for the sale of Municipal Reser ve (MR).
INTENT: Proposed Bylaw 2025-01 would sell a portion of a Municipal Reser ve to the adjacent landowner The sum of $20,748 would be received by the RM in exchange for this land as it is being sold to give access to the adjacent landowner This portion of Municipal Reser ve would be Dedicated as Road.
AFFECTED LAND: Bylaw 2025-01: A portion of Municipal Reser ve Parcel R1, Plan No. 78B10712 Ext. 1, within NE 02-53-19-W3M (Parkland Beach) as shown on the Proposed Plan of Subdivision dated October 7, 2024 and prepared by Rachel Kohlman, SLS of Meridian Surveys, and attached as Appendix “A” to this bylaw.
REASON: Bylaw 2025-01: The Planning and Development Act, 2007 requires all parcels to have legal and physical access. This Bylaw will allow for the subdivision of the existing Municipal Reser ve land, which will then be dedicated as a road which would provide access to an adjacent parcel.
PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mer vin No. 499 office between 9:00 a.m and 4:30 p.m excluding statutor y holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost, by emailing the contact below, or on the RM’s website. Copies of the proposed amendment are available for viewing here: https://rmofmervin.ca/ planning_development/planning_development_public_notification.html.
PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at 10:30 AM in the RM office located at 211 Main St in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendment; a digital participation component will be available to the public. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting, along with in-person and digital representations. The deadline for receipt of comments, and requests for online representation must be received by the RM office or its Planner by Friday, March 14, 2025 For additional information, please contact the administrator at (306) 845-2045 or rm499@rmofmer vin com. Box 130 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0
Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 29th day of Januar y 2025.
Shiloh Bronken CAO RM of Mer vin No. 499
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Cut Knife & Districts Seed Cleaning Co-operative Ltd. PLANT MANAGER
The Cut Knife and Districts Seed Cleaning Co-operative Ltd is currently seeking a Seed Plant Manager This person will be re sponsible for all as pe cts of the op er ati on of th e pl an t inc lu din g t he cl ea ni ng an d processing of all types of grain. The following are some of the duties required:
• Operation of various cleaning machinery, including a Gravity Table, Screen Machine, etc.
• Repair and Maintenance of all machinery as well as the Seed Plant Building itself. Maintenance of the Elevator Leg, distributor system and the bin system. For more information re garding all as pe cts of this positi on, plea se conta ct Curr en t Pl an t Ma na ge r, Brian at 306 398-4740
To apply, send app lication, including re sume an d salary expected to:
Cut Knife & Districts Seed Cleaning Co-op Ltd. Box 429 Cut Knife, Sask. S0M 0N0
E-mail: don.mccallum@sasktel net Phone No. 306 398-7840
MOWER OPERATOR
The Rural Munic ip alit yo fM ay fiel dN o. 406 is curr ently acce pting appl ications for the position of Full-Time SeasonalMowerOperator Eligible applicants must possessa valid driver’s license, along with the abilityand knowledge t oo perate and serv ice aw id er ange of municipal equipment.
Duties include but not limited to:
• Mowing ditches
•Picking rocks
•Culvert and sign installationand maintenance
•Equipment maintenance and repair
•Other duties as directed bythe Foreman and Council
Compensation will be ne goti a te db as ed on experience and qualifications. The RM offers a competitive benefits package, including health and dental plans, as well as apension plan
Interested applicants areinvited to submit their resume to:
RMofMayfield No. 406 Box 100Maymont SK S0M1T0 Email:rm406@sasktel net
Tel: (306) 389-2112
Closing Date: March 6, 2025
We thank all applicants fortheir interest, however,only thoseselected foran interview will be contacted
SENIORS HOUSING
FARMLAND FORSALE
BY TENDER
RonBuziak offers for sale by tender:
RM of Round Hill No. 467:
SE 6-46-13-W3 Ext. 6
Assessed Value
$99,100.00
Taxable Value $54,505.00
Titled Acres: 159.53
Cultivated Acres: 35 Grassland Acres: 87
NE 8-46-13-W3 Ext. 1and 2
Assessed Value
Taxable Value
$133,500.00
$73,425.00
Titled Acres 156.75
Cultivated Acres: 131.75
Waste 25
SW 13-46-14-W3 Ext. 0
Assessed Value
Taxable Value
$193,400.00
$106,370.00
Titled Acres 156.57
Cultivated Acres 152.00
RM of Douglas#436:
SE 31-45-13-W3Ext 9
Assessed Value
Taxable Value
$27,200.00
$12,470.00
Titled Acres 48.3
Cultivated Acres 6; Pasture 42
SW 31-45-13-W3Ext. 10
Assessed Value $79,600.00
Taxable value $35,820.00
Titled acres 136.17
Cultivated Acres 65; Pasture 70
NE 31-45-13 W3 Ext. 11
Assessed Value
Taxable Value
$100,400.00
$55,220.00
Titled Acres124.65
Cultivated Acres 64, Pasture40
Waste 20
NW 31-45-13-W3 Ext. 0
Assessed Value $112,900.00
Taxable value $50,805.00
Titled Acres 160.13
Pasture 140; Waste 20
Purchaser responsiblefor 2025 taxes.
Purchaser responsible for payment of anyapplicable GST Alloffers to be accompanied by aCertified Cheque or Bank Draft in the amount of 5% of tendered pricepayable to “MatrixLaw Group In Trust”.
Balance of the purchaseprice of the successful bidder to be paid to “Matrix Law Group in Trust” within 30 days of acceptance of offer or thedeposit will be forfeited. An Agreement for Sale shall be prepared betweenthe Vendorand the Purchaser upon acceptance. Highest or any tendernot necessarily accepted. Send all offers in asealed envelope marked “DO NOT OPEN –BUZIAK LANDTENDER” to the undersignedonor before 12:00 noononthe 7thday of March, 2025. Please direct all inquires to Ron Buziak at 306-441-7253
Matrix LawGroup 1421 101st Street North Battleford, SK S9A 1A1 Attention: EldonLindgren, K.C Telephone: 306-445-7300
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003411 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 31 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176528
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003309 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 20 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
TitleNumber: 115176416 Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003387 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 28 Blk/Par 24 Plan No 03689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176494
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003332 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 30th day of January, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 23 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0 Title Number: 115176449
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003398 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per:
Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 29 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176506
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003354 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 25 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176461
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003343 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 24 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176450
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003365 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 26 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176472
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003297 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per:
Margarita Pena, Administrator
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 19 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176405
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003321 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Anastasia Samchenko NOTICE
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003400 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 30 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176517
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 22 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176438
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003376 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE
CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 27 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0 Title Number: 115176483
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003310 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 21 Blk/Par 24 Plan No 03689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176427
NOTICE
(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 Registr y as Interest Number 184003286 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 30th day of Januar y, 2025.
THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD
Anastasia Samchenko
Name of Assessed Owner
LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS:
Lot 18 Blk/Par 24 Plan No G3689 Extension 0
Title Number: 115176393 Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator
Stabbing incidents reported on Big River First Nation
Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating three stabbing incidents on Big River First Nation. Investigators are working to determine if these incidents are random in nature. Two victims have been transported to hospital for treatment of injuries.
The suspects are described as two males.
One male is described as
approximately 5’8” tall and 150 lbs. He has brown eyes and brown hair.
Saskatchewan RCMP are asking the public to report sightings of 29-year-old Ryan Lachance, who is wanted on warrant by Big River RCMP. Ryan Lachance is described as approximately 5’6” tall and 150 lbs. He has brown eyes and brown hair. Ryan
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CITY OF NORTHBATTLEFORD
has a teardrop tattoo under his left eye. He was last seen wearing a black hoodie with a large white logo on it, and black pants.
The suspects are considered armed and dangerous, and should not be approached. If you see them, call police immediately by dialling 911 in the case of an emergency, or 310-RCMP in a non-emer-
gency.
The last confirmed sighting of the suspects was around 5:30 p.m. in the Victoire, SK area. Suspects may be driving a black KIA car with Saskatchewan license plate 649 NPP OR a grey BMW SUV.
Saskatchewan RCMP advise there is an increased police presence on Big River First Nation in relation to this investigation. People are asked to avoid the areas where police officers are present and follow any police direction provided.
We will provide an update on this investigation as soon as we are able.
Public notice is hereby given, Pursuant to Section29(2) of ThePlanning andDevelopment Act, 2007,thatthe City of NorthBattlefordisconsidering abylaw to amendthe Official Community Plan BylawNo. 1970 (OCP)ashereinafter provided Bylaw2174 is proposed to amendthe OCP, whichforms part of theBylaw No.1970, as follows:
Intent
TheproposedOCP amendmentwould:
1) clarifythatthe Zoning Bylawmay allowcertain formsofresidential development within,and/orinconjunction with,a principalbusinessuse in theCommercial, Industrial,orMixed-Use Zoning Districts; 2) re mo ve th ep ol ic yres tr ic ti on on lim it in gm aj or offic ea nd fin an ci al in st it ut io n developments to thedowntown; 3) in tr od uc ep ol ic yt oe nc ou ra ge do wn to wn (r e) de ve lo pm en tt hr ou gh incentivization;and,
4) correct asubsectionheadingnumbering error.
Affected Lands
Landswithinthe Downtown,Regional, andArterialCommerciallanduse areas,as shownonthisCity’sOCP Future Land UseConcept Map(Map1), wouldbeaffected by theproposedamendment as it relatestopolicyguidancefor allowablelanduses in theseareas whichare implementedbya numberofCommercialDistricts under the City’s Zoning Bylaw.
Acopyofthe OCPisavailableatthe following webaddressand theFutureLandUse ConceptMap can be found on page 74 of this document at www.cityofnb.ca/ocp Reason forAmendment
Multiple inquirieshavebeenreceived by theCitywithrespect to allowing awider variety of uses in severaldistrict, potentially allowing residentialand additional commercial uses in C1 (DowntownCommercial),C3(Arterial Commercial),C3A (Large LotArterial Commercial),C4(Regional Commercial) andM1, (Light Industrial)Districts
The proposed amendmentwillallowthe City flexibilitytoenact changestothe Zoning bylaw to allowadditional uses in theidentified commercialdistricts with theintentto encourage development.
Limitedresidential uses,generally butnot exclusively, in theformofdiscretionary accessory business dwellings,are currentlyallowableinthe MU -Mixed-Use District, a numberofCommercialDistricts,and in theM1and M2 Industrial Districtswithout clear policyguidance.
Policyamendmentswould be required to allowfor theaddition of certain otheruses inthe Zoning Bylaw. Subsequent Zoning Bylawamendmentsand separate public engagementwould be required to allowfor theintroductionofnew uses within these ZoningDistricts whichmay be pursued at afuturetime.
BylawInspection
Theproposedbylaw amendmentmay be inspected in thefollowing ways:
1) City of NorthBattlefordwebsite www.cityofnb.ca/ocp
2) Officeofthe City Clerk- City Hall, 1291-101st Street,North Battleford, SK Monday through Friday,between thehours of 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
3) Phonecalloremail requesting acopy, to be emailedfromthe contacts listedbelow Public Hearing
APublic Hearingwillbeheldbythe CouncilonMarch 24, 2025, in theCouncil Chambers, Room 107 DonRossCommunity Center,891 99th Street.Council will hear representations fromany person or groupofpersons or person actingontheir behalf Requeststomakeapresentationatthe Public Hearingrespectingthe proposed Bylaw mustbereceivedbythe Officeofthe City Clerkonorbefore4:30PMMarch 13, 2025, tobeplaced on theAgenda. Anyrequest to make apresentationonthismatterafter this date andtimewill be at thediscretionofCouncil.
Representationsmay also be made in writingand must be receivedbythe Officeof theCityClerk on or before 4:30 PM March13, 2025, to be placedonthe Agenda for thePublic Hearing. Anywrittenrepresentations receivedafter this date andtimewill be provided to Council at thestart of thePublic Hearing.
Formoreinformation:
Gary Fung,Junior PlannerPresley Peterson,Junior Planner City of NorthBattlefordCityofNorth Battleford gfung@cityofnb.ca ppeterson@cityofnb.ca 306-445-1710 306-445-1798
Issued at theCityofNorth Battlefordthis20thday of February,2025. Stacey Hadley –CityClerk –CityofNorth Battleford
DevelopmentAct,2007 that theCityofNorth Battlefordisconsidering abylaw to amendthe Zoning BylawNo1971 as hereinafterprovided.
By la w2 175 is prop os ed to am en dt
BylawNo1971, as follows:
Intent
TheproposedZoningBylaw amendmentwould:
1) streamlineand clarifya developmentp ermitapplicationrequirementsand process, particularly fordiscretionary useapplication
2) addthe definitionof‘Emergencyand ProtectiveServices’and includeitasan alloweduse in R2 (Low DensityResidential), R3 (MediumDensity Residential), R4 (H ig hD en si ty Re si de nt ia l) ,C
Co mme rc ia l) ,C 2(
,C3(
mme
ia l) , C3A(LargeLot Arterial)Districts,and C4 (RegionalCommercial) Districts Affected Lands
Thefollowing zoning districtsasshown on theZoningMap areaffected by the E me rg en cy an dP ro te ct iv eS er vi ces Us eA co py of th ec ur re nt zo ni ng ma pi s availableat www.cityofnb.ca/zoning
R2 (Low DensityResidential), C2 (Neighbourhood Commercial), R3(Medium DensityResidential), C3 (ArterialCommercial), R4(High DensityResidential), C3A(LargeLot Arterial), CS(Community Service),C4(Regional Commercial)
C1(Downtown Commercial),
Reason forAmendment
The pr oposed amendm ent will pr ov id em or ec la rit ya nd str eamline th e de velopment p ermit ap plica tion re qu iremen ts an dp ro ces s, parti cul ar ly fo r discretionary use applications
Theamendment also aims to addressthe absenceo faccommodationo fnonmu ni ci pa ll aw en fo rc em en ta nd si
useinthe Zoning Bylaw.
BylawInspection
Theproposedbylaw maybeinspected in thefollowing ways:
1) City of NorthBattlefordwebsite www.cityofnb.ca/zoning
2)Office of theCityClerk -CityHall, 1291-101stStreet,North Battleford,SK Monday throughFriday, between thehours of 9:00 a.mto4:30p.m
3) Ph on ec al lo re ma il re qu es ti ng ac op y, to be em ai le df ro mt he co nt act s listedbelow
Public Hearing
APublic Hearingwill be held by theCouncil on March24, 2025, in theCouncil Chambers,Room 107 DonRossCommunity Center,891 99th Street Council will hear representationsfromany person or groupofpersons or person acting on theirbehalf. Requests to make apresentationatthe Public Hearingrespectingthe proposed By la wm us tb erec ei ve db yt he Offic eo ft he Ci ty Cl er ko no rb ef ore4 :3 0P M March13, 2025, to be placed on theAgendaAny requesttomakeapresentation on this matterafter this date andtimewill be at thediscretionofCouncil.
Representationsmay also be made in writingand must be received by theOffice of theCityClerk on or before 4:30PMMarch 13, 2025, to be placed on theAgenda for thePublic HearingAny writtenrepresentations receivedafter this date andtime willbeprovidedtoCouncil at thestart of thePublic Hearing.
For more information: Gary Fung,Junior PlannerPresley Peterson,Junior Planner CityofNorth Battleford City of NorthBattleford gfung@cityofnb.ca ppeterson@cityofnb.ca 306-445-1710 306-445-1798
Issued at theCityofNorth Battleford this 20th dayofFebruary, 2025 Stacey Hadley –CityClerk –CityofNorth Battleford
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