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Nations in Treaty 4 and 6 marked the settlement of various claims against the government. Claim amounts concerned treaty annuity payments the government unlawfully withheld from First Nations people during the Northwest Rebellion period between 1885 and 1888. “As we build a new future with First Nations, reconciliation requires that we acknowledge the wrongs of the past and work collaboratively with First Nations to take the necessary steps to respectfully resolve them,” Minister of CrownIndigenous Relations Carolyn Bennett said in a recent news release. Settlement claim figures range from more than $2 million for Thunderchild First Nation, to nearly $7 million for Onion Lake Cree Nation. Nearly $2.4 million is for Red Pheasant Cree Nation, more than $4,828,000 is for Poundmaker, nearly $6 million is for Mosquito, more than $6.5 million is for Sweetgrass and nearly
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$6.9 million is for Little Pine. At a Mosquito band meeting in June, Calgarybased lawyer Ron Maurice spoke about the First Nation’s settlement claims. The Treaties Annuities Claim is one form of claim First Nations have been filing against the government. According to a Specific Claims newsletter Maurice gave to band members which was provided to the News-Optimist, the “rebellion losses” claim was one part of the First Nation’s treaty annuities claim. Compound interest increases five dollar payments owed over 100 years to nearly $6 million today. “If every penny of that had gone into a bank account, [the money] would have accumulated interest over that time,” Maurice said. In 2016, Justice Harry Slade accepted compensation that takes compound interest into account. Beardy’s and Okemasis First Continued on Page 7
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The court process began this week for Shayla Orthner and Danita Thomas, each charged with first-degree murder in the death of Tiki Laverdiere. Orthner and Thomas are also charged with kidnapping, improperly interfering with a human body and vehicle theft. In a brief court appearance Tuesday, 27-year-old Orthner was remanded in custody. Thomas, 32, was remanded Wednesday morning. The next court appearances for both are scheduled for Friday, Aug. 2.
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The government is aware of the issues at Valleyview Towers, the minister of Social Services has said, and is planning meetings. Minister of Social Services and Minister Responsible for the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation Paul Merriman was in North Battleford Tuesday for the public showing of the new rooming house located metres from Valleyview Towers. Merriman said meetings are scheduled to take place with MLA Herb Cox, the Saskatchewan Housing Authority and tenants.
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Merriman said he wants to find out the concerns of residents “and see if we can come up with a strategy to [alleviate] some of their concerns.” What that strategy might be, Merriman didn’t say. “I want to make sure I don’t pre-empt anything,” Merriman said, adding he hopes the strategy comes from within, and uses expertise from Regina and Saskatoon. Merriman said he wants his officials to look into the matter and report to him within the next 10 days. When asked if one tower might be dedicated to housing people on social services and another for seniors, Merriman said, “I
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missing to Battlefords RCMP on May 12, 2019. On June 10, Saskatchewan RCMP announced her disappearance was the result of foul play and would be investigated as a homicide. On July 11, North Battleford RCMP and the RCMP Major Crime Unit were conducting a ground search in a rural area outside of North Battleford when a police dog with the North Battleford RCMP Police Dog Services Unit discovered human remains. On July 17, RCMP announced the remains were determined to be those of Laverdiere.
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Judges on both days issued orders that Orthner and Thomas not contact a list of people that included potential co-accused and witnesses. Crown prosecutor Chris Browne told reporters after the court appearance Tuesday the matter is still being investigated by police. In news releases, RCMP have said they expect to make additional arrests in the investigation in the coming weeks. As the homicide investigation continues, RCMP are not providing media interviews. Tiki Brook-Lyn Laverdiere was reported
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don’t want to take anything off the table.” The News-Optimist has received numerous reports that Valleyview Tower II has experienced drunkenness, disorderly conduct and drug use and instances of police being called to the scene. There have been concerns expressed that these highrises, originally built as “seniors” buildings, are being used to place so-called hard-to-house individuals who have created these issues. In speaking to the News-Optimist, Cox has called it a “sad situation.” “The whole situation is very, very disturbing to the tenants that are in that Valleyview Towers II.”
NB water quality passes Staff The City of North Battleford has submitted its 2018 annual reports for drinking water quality for the wastewater treatment plant and for the waste management facility. All samples submitted met the water quality limits set out in their permit. All are requirements of their permit and will be made available on the city’s website at www.cityofnb.ca. In other water news, Director of Operations Stewart Schafer says a contractor has come in and fixed the issue. The water tower, and the water level in the tower, is now back to normal operation.
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Rooming house project, ‘Haven-4-Eight,’ complete By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter
A North Battleford rooming house project was presented to the public Tuesday. The facility, located west of Valleyview Towers, will be able to house up to eight people “with supervision and supports they require to help break the cycle of homelessness,� according to a news release. “Providing safe, affordable and sustainable housing as a crucial first step in addressing homelessness is the kind of transformative thinking required,� Bater said in a news release. Funding comes from
various levels of government. According to a release, the City of North Battleford provided $108,000 to the project for the land and the cost of site servicing. The governments of Canada and Saskatchewan contributed a total $580,000 toward the project. Federal funding is part of a larger 10-year, $55 billion plan called the National Housing Strategy, which seeks to create 100,000 new housing units, among others goals. Jackie Kennedy of the Battlefords Indian MĂŠtis Friendship Centre said the house has been named
“Haven-4-Eight.� Kennedy said a number of people are interested in living in the house and breaking out of homelessness. “We’re hoping everybody we take in is long term,� Kennedy said, adding the house could also accommodate palliative care. Referrals come from The Lighthouse and social services, Kennedy said. A number of cameras are installed in the house. Initially the project faced local opposition. City council approved the house’s discretionary use application in March 2018.
North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater speaking at the opening of the Haven4-Eight rooming house on Tuesday. The project is part of a plan to address homelessness.
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City’s towing RFP under fire from industry By John Cairns Staff Reporter
A request for proposals related to towing services in North Battleford is coming under fire from the industry, seen by some as a call for “kickbacks.� The issue stems from the City of North Battleford’s recent request for proposals to supply towing services to the city’s Community Safety Officers and RCMP. Of that RFP, the Roadside Responders Association of Saskatchewan has said it appears cities and municipalities are starting to look towards the towing industry as a revenue stream for their coffers. The notice at Sasktenders.ca stated the RFP was to “solicit companies
to supply towing services to the City of North Battleford’s CSO division and its municipal police services provider, the RCMP. The successful proponent will be the main supplier of towing services to the city and operate a municipal impound within city limits effective Jan. 1st, 2020.� The RFP opened July 2 and closed at 3 p.m. July 12. The results are likely to come to council in August, however, the News-Optimist has already received phone calls and correspondence from individuals connected to Vista Towing, a local towing company. They have voiced their dismay with the entire process, claiming the city is now unfairly trying to extract money from towing companies.
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The News-Optimist received an email from Marie Houk, who states she is the daughter of Dave and Gayle Washburn, owner/ operators of Vista Towing. The email is being circulated to various TV, print and social media outlets across Saskatchewan. Houk said Vista Towing had been “servicing Battleford/North Battleford and surrounding area for 37 years.� “Today, after almost four decades of providing 24 hr/day 365 days a year emergency service to the RCMP and the City of North Battleford, Vista Towing being the only company to have never been removed from the rotation by the RCMP detachment due to unsatisfactory service, were told that
their response to an RFP in which they were given only 10 days to prepare was incomplete and would not even be considered,� Houk wrote. She said it’s an issue that has spread from British Columbia across Western Canada, “in an attempt to collect off the backs of the private towing industry a municipal user fee for services provided to the community for protective services.� Houk’s email said it had been suggested to Vista Towing by City Hall that towing companies should adjust their revenue/increase rates to allow for a percentage to be paid to the city. “My question is, isn’t this what municipal taxes are for?� wrote Houk.
Houk said the city had tried an alternate RFP on June 27. In this RFP, she wrote, the city “intended to get into direct competition with the towing industry in North Battleford by operating a North Battleford City storage compound, essentially taking the most profitable service in the towing industry away from the private companies and forcing them to provide the city with a shiny new revenue stream, meanwhile the towing companies would be expected to continue providing the remainder of the emergency services with a significant decrease in net income.� The RFP was recalled, she stated, when the office of the Minister of Crown Investments’ Corporation, Joe Hargraves, directed
SGI Vehicle Impoundment Division to inform the city they would not grant them a garage keeper designation. A new RFP was then issued July 2, this time with a gross revenue sharing stipulation to be paid in quarterly installments to the City of North Battleford. Houk noted the City of Prince Albert was another city to take this approach, putting out a similar RFP a couple of years ago. She pointed out Lakeland Towing, a local Prince Albert towing company, was unable to respond to the RFP and the contract went to a towing company from Saskatoon. She noted Steve Brown, North Battleford’s Continued on Page 7
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Dear Editor I’m writing in response to the article of Thursday, July, 11, 2019, by Brian Zinchuk entitled, “Better start feeding those unicorns beans: We are going to need their farts to power Saskatchewan.” Brian Zinchuck sees fit to describe the global climate emergency in scatological terms, yet the only thing that is stinking around here is his view on clean, renewable energy, of which Saskatchewan is richly endowed. Our province is part of the sunbelt boasting close to 2,400 hours of sunlight per year, Regina being in the top three sunniest places in Canada. Solar energy is the solution. The Saskatchewan New Democrats’ key climate policy on how to meaningfully act on this emergency shows that if we put our existing crown corporation, SaskPower, to work, we can swiftly begin to transform our provincial energy system to solar, while co-creating a sustainable energy network for the future. Mr. Zinchuk is speaking in magical terms to understand the problem of sustainable energy, but this is not magic, it’s basic science. Just ask the swaths of kids who gathered on the steps of our legislative building in May of this year to demand action to preserve our habitat. These children are not fooled by political rhetoric. The idea of “clean coal” does not convince them. They are compelled by the scientific evidence that shows our planet cannot sustain our current method of energy extraction and consumption of fossil fuels. Saskatchewan residents, I implore you, if we wish to preserve the ethereal beauty of these living skies, our crystalline lakes, our forests alive with myriads of animal species, we can harness the power of the sun and transition to solar while creating jobs and opportunities in the energy sectors of the future. We must stand opposed to the greed of the fossil fuel industry. Our common habitat is more important than profits for fuel corporations. We can act now to participate in lessening the impacts of this global climate emergency. Brandie Carignan North Battleford
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Dear Editor I would sincerely like to thank the taxpayers of Saskatchewan for the huge improvements on Highway 4 to Cochin. Appreciate it immensely. Passing lanes just so much safer. Thank you. Also a shout out to the city. The flowers, trees, improvements downtown look great. Lorraine Darbellay Cochin
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Looking back: News-Optimist history Dear Editor Today (July 18) I read the News-Optimist relaxing in the Regina Library. Sixty-six years ago in 1953-54, I worked for the News-Optimist. Yes, when a student at NBCI in Grades 11 and 12, I was an employee of the paper. I had been hired by Irwin McIntosh, proprietor, publisher and editor of the newspaper. A kid could not have asked for a better after school job. It wasn’t just after school. In those days the whole newspaper staff, including me, worked Monday to Friday, and a half day on Saturdays. The newspaper office was a busy place. There was the weekly paper, the backbone of the business, plus a lot of other printing jobs from raffle tickets to grocery wholesale flyers. These were the years of moveable type, the invention that had revolutionized the printing industry centuries before. The newspaper had two of the most complicated machines known to man and probably the most sophisticated machines that were then located in North Battleford. The Linotype was a mechanical assembly, a myriad of levers, keyboard, arms and legs. It produced the hot lead slugs that formed the legible newspaper columns. I learned to feed sheets of newsprint into the jaws of the huge printing press and the same for the machine that folded and trimmed the pages. I made more hot
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lead cuts, pictures of whatever, than I care to remember. These were used to jazz up advertisements in the paper. I had all the joe jobs at the newspaper and everyone was my boss. Often on a Saturday morning, for example, I would be located on the adjacent spare lot, tending a bonfire, melting used lead type from that week’s newspaper. I would pore the molten lead into small ingots, now clean of printer’s ink, to be used again in the Linotype. If it was snowing I would find a large cardboard box for some shelter. It was a quiet and relaxing time removed from senior supervision. A good joe job. I will end with a related coincidence. I went on to university and a job with the Saskatchewan government. We were using the government airplane to travel from Regina to Lloydminster. On boarding the plane there were two other passengers – Irwin McIntosh, the person that had given me a job when I was in high school, and his wife. He was then the lieutenant governor of Saskatchewan. The pilot dropped them off in North Battleford and we continued on to Lloydminster. A Saskatchewan happening where I have lived all my long life. Douglas Gillard Regina Gordon Brewerton Senior Group Publisher
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Five years in, the oil downturn still hurts About once a month I do an in-depth analysis of the drilling rig activity in Saskatchewan, and to a lesser extent, throughout Canada. And what I found this month was disturbing. Why do I follow rig counts so closely? They are, by far, the most significant leading indicator of the oil industry. Not only do they show activity levels, but areas seeing investment, hot plays, confidence, corporate strength and so much more. You don’t frack a well, you don’t complete a well, you don’t build a pipeline to it or a battery for it, until you drill that well first. Having finished five years into this oil downturn and going into year six, it is still possible for things to get worse. And they are. Broadly put, the drilling rig activity nationwide is consistently down roughly 30 to 40 per cent throughout the busy times of the year, i.e. everything that is not spring breakup. The busiest time of the year runs from the first week of January to mid-March, a period known to some as the 100 days of hell. Things slow down dramatically during spring breakup, especially in Saskatchewan, where drilling all but ceases. In Manitoba, it does. Then they pick up in July and remain relatively flat until Christmas. (For all intents and purposes, Manitoba’s activity in recent years is a rounding error compared to the other provinces, so I’m going to leave it out for the rest of this analysis.) The numbers I am using come from sister publication Rig Locator (riglocator.ca). They’re not always perfect, but generally pretty damned close. For most jurisdictions, 2017 and 2018 were close most of the year. Alberta was nearly a mirror image, but British Columbia had somewhat more deviation. Nationally, the numbers for those years showed similar rig counts and trends. But then, at the end of 2018, we saw Alberta start to nosedive. The big story here is Alberta. After the dropoff in December last year, it has been consistently lower through the entire course of 2019. Feb. 1, 2017 saw 251 Alberta rigs working, and 248 the same day in 2018. But in 2019, the number was only 155. In 2012, it was around 490. It is only now, in mid-July, that one can see Alberta’s rig count is nearly flatlined, hardly creeping above its spring breakup levels. During spring breakup, the rig count floated around 50. On July 15, it was only 80. That may seem like a lot, until you realize that July 12, 2017 had 131 rigs, and July 12, 2018 had 149. And
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both of those numbers are a mere shadow of what they were from 2010-2014, when they were 250 to 350. Saskatchewan’s doing a little better, but not by much. British Columbia is doing even worse. Instead of picking up after breakup, the normal pattern, it has actually declined. All this is reflected in the total size of the drilling rig fleet. When the downturn started, in June 2014, there were roughly 800 drilling rigs in Canada. During the busiest times, around three quarters would be
working. Now there are only 548 rigs on the books in Canada. The fleet has declined by about 250. Maybe some could be reactivated. But many of that missing 250 have been retired or cut up for scrap. Some have been sent south, to the United States where things are hopping (with the same oil price, I might add). So what gives? What are the underlying reasons for this horrendously poor performance in drilling right now? Some would blame the Rachel Notley NDP government in Alberta
ONLINE www.newsoptimist.ca Last week’s News-Optimist online poll: Valleyview Towers is at the centre of a controversy about housing. What do you think? • Seniors should not have to share housing with individuals who cause frequent police calls to the building. 52% • If there are not enough seniors to fill both buildings, put them in one and put nonsenior tenants in the other.
22% • The government is saying the towers were never meant strictly for seniors. Now they say that? Really?
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for a good portion of it. Perhaps you could, in that the decline in drilling at the end of 2018 appears to directly correlate with the imposition of production curtailment. That curtailment largely cured the huge price differentials, but it also pushed the bigger companies away from active drilling programs. Why drill for more oil when you have to curtail the production you already have? Just sit on your hands for six to eight months, and your natural declines should take care of those curtailment numbers by themselves. Note, we’re about eight months down the road now. But if you’re going to make that argument, you probably want to make the corresponding argument that the election of Jason Kenney is something approximating the second coming of Christ. I haven’t seen that much hype about someone being elected since Barrack Obama was first elected president. Kenney has been going hard like no other newly elected politician I’ve ever seen. In June, in Weyburn, I asked him if he ever
slept. He replied to the effect that his staff wished he would. But despite all his recent efforts, he has not proven to have the Midas touch when it comes to drilling activity. So what else could it be? I suspect a large part of this sluggishness is the hangover from the Redwater Energy decision in late January, which piled onto the curtailment and heavy oil differential woes. Simply put, the Supreme Court of Canada said in Redwater that if a company goes belly up, its environmental liability must be paid before secured creditors. I think
that decision fundamentally shook up the entire investment community’s thought processes when it comes to oil and gas. No matter what they do, investors have now and forevermore been knocked down a peg when it comes to a company’s obligations when things get rough. They can’t walk away from old wells. I could be wrong about Redwater. But I don’t think so. I think it is having more of an impact than people realize, and that’s being reflected in the poor drilling numbers today. Did I say poor? I meant abysmal, at least in Alberta.
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Land surveyors museum open for summer By Jayne Foster Editor
The Saskatchewan Land Surveyors Association is now operating a museum out of the old Land Titles building near the former Government House, through an agreement with the Town of Battleford, owner of the property. The site is the first -nown and oldest-standing brick building built in the province. Angie Stone is one of two local staff members who will be greeting visitors to the newest museum in the Battlefords, open six hours a day, seven days a week until the end of August. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum is open to the public, and Stone said Sunday she’s had numerous visitors, even though all the artifacts and displays are not yet complete. More should be arriving over next few weeks, she said. According to Travis Wolfe, chair of the museum committee with the SLSA, artifacts being chosen for display include old surveying equipment such as transits, tripods and survey monuments (items used to mark a boundary or corner of surveyed land). Some artifacts, Wolfe said, were donated by members who have long since passed away. He says the museum will feature newer items too, including GPS units no longer used in the field. Wolfe says the museum will teach the public about the people who surveyed the province and tools they
Angie Stone is one of two local staff members to greet visitors to the newest museum in the Battlefords. Photos by Jayne Foster
The museum will teach the public about the people who surveyed the province and tools they used.
used. The SLSA originally asked the town about locating a museum in the old St. Vital church, but the cost to restore the buiding is expected to be high. The old Land Titles building has a specific connection to surveying, and seemed a good fit. Surveyors would frequent land titles buildings for information such as title ownership and maps. Land titles buildings, Wolfe says, were “the hub of land transactions.� Wolfe characterizes the record keeping of the province and employees over the years as “nothing short of impeccable.� “We can still pull up the records of the original township surveys and the original hand drawn field notes of the crews that did them,� Wolfe says.
south of Battleford on Old Highway No. 4, is the first known and oldest standing brick building built in the province. Constructed in 1877, it served as the Land Titles Office, housing all land deeds in the area when Battleford was the capital of the Northwest Territo-
According to the recent agreement, responsibilities of the SLSA include ongoing maintenance and operations of the museum, while the town is responsible for the facility and its conservation. The SLSA asked to be under the town’s insurance, which, according to CAO John Enns-Wind in an administrative report, is a small cost. The SLSA is not leasing the building, but spending money “to ensure the facility as a museum.� At the meeting where the agreement was made, Wolfe thanked Enns-Wind and local surveyor Mike Waschuk, who Wolfe said have “been instrumental in getting the project off the ground.� Enns-Wind called the museum a “good step to start diversifying tourism
here in the Battlefords.� “I think it’s tremendous that we have an organization that wants to take over a historic building and revitalize it,� Mayor Ames Leslie said. According to the Town of Battleford’s website, the Land Titles (Registry) Office, located 2.4 kilometres
ries, until 1907. Between the years of 1907 to 1917 it had been sold to Henry Felix Smart and used as a private residence. In 1955 the residence was sold to Clinton Greenwood. It was designated a Provincial Heritage Property in 1983.
Constructed in 1877, this brick building served as the Land Titles Office, housing all land deeds in the area when Battleford was the capital of the Northwest Territories, until 1907. Now it is serving as a museum for the Saskatchewan Land Surveyors Association. For more photos, see www.newsoptimist.ca.
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Millions for local FNs Continued from Page 1 Nation received $4.5 million. “A treaty promise is a Crown obligation of the highest order,” the decision states. Another phase of Mosquito’s treaty annuities claim is referred to as the “treaty salaries claim,” in which chiefs were entitled to a $25 a year salary and headmen a $15/year salary. Maurice also said the band’s leaders were deposed for some time.
Maurice estimated Mosquito is entitled to another $5 million. Another potential compensation for Mosquito concerns a surrender claim, involving the unlawful 1905 surrender and sale of 14,400 acres of land from Grizzly Bear’s Head and Lean Man. In 2017, Canada admitted to breaching its fiduciary duty, according to Maurice’s fact sheet, and Maurice Law’s suggested compensation for the First
Nation was $145 million. In June, Maurice Law was in the process of arranging dates for a trial. At the Mosquito band meeting, Maurice spoke of one community receiving $240 million for their claims. The money was kept in a trust. Every year, the nation would receive over $9 million from the trust. Some of the money would go to community needs, including infrastructure, housing and schools, Maurice said.
City’s towing RFP under fire from industry Continued from Page 3 finance director, was the former finance director in Prince Albert. Houk says the city, mayor and council in North Battleford “picked the towing industry to unilaterally decide they should take a percentage of their gross revenue from, for the privilege of providing a necessary emergency service to the community.” “Think about that for a minute, the City, which is policed primarily by the RCMP (not a City police), put out a contract in which the successful proponent has to offer to pay a revenue kickback to the City for allowing that privately owned company, who pay their property taxes, business licenses, SGI licenCes and inspections, employee/ payroll taxes and provincial and federal taxes, in order to be awarded a contract for a significant portion of the emergency towing within the City of North Battleford.” Dave Washburn of Vista Towing said he’d prefer the city abandon the plan and carry on as usual.
Other reactions from the towing industry
In addition the NewsOptimist received several other items of correspondence including one from the Roadside Responders Association of Saskatchewan, Inc., dated July 9. In that correspondence the association took aim at Director of Finance Brown. “This Director has convinced the City of North Battleford that it is acceptable to basically shake down the towing companies. An RFP was put out on Sasktenders.com. What they did not know was that there would be no new impound lots approved until we, the RRAS, along with the government could figure out what is best for our industry.” The association further stated that they had met Hargraves in the spring and were assured there would be no more VIP program
impound lots approved “until we figured out what was best for the industry. This applies to both urban and rural tow companies.” Regarding the RFP put out July 2, the association states it “no longer requires the city to be the impound lot or garage keeper, however, the city is now asking for a percentage on all gross revenue sales generated from towing and impounds that originated in the City of North Battleford. They must operate their tow yard on city property. This is reminiscent of an old-time gangster movie, the city requiring a kickback for the right to operate a business in their town doesn’t seem to be a very forthright way of doing business.” “Is this where we want the towing industry to go? A race to the bottom giving what amounts to as payoffs to cities for the towing rights?“ The News-Optimist was provided the response the association received back from Brown dated July 10. It stated: “Thank you for the email, we look forward to receiving bids from operators in Saskatchewan.” Also provided to the News-Optimist was correspondence from Warren Frie and Geoff Roller of Astro Towing of Saskatoon. It was dated July 12 and addressed to the Roadside Responders Association of Saskatchewan as well as nine provincial cabinet ministers including Premier Scott Moe. They also took issue with the RFP, in particular the city’s request that the proponent “shall provide a percentage of all gross revenue generated from all towing and impound business generated from tows within City limits paid to the City of North Battleford in Quarterly installments.” “In essence what is being asked for is a kickback to direct the tows to the towing company. Not sure if this is legal but if it is le-
gal then it sure seems to us to be unethical.”
Patrick responds
When asked for a response, City Manager Randy Patrick made clear that what the city was seeking was proposals. “We sent out an RFP saying ‘we want to go to someone who does this for the city for a period of time. Give us some suggestions on how to do it.’ The RFP is not a tender. It’s how can we best go about doing this.” Patrick also said that, yes, they wanted funds back, but those funds would be going to protective services and paying for enforcement. In speaking to the NewsOptimist Patrick noted hundreds of cars a year are impounded through CSOs and RCMPs in town. These are the ones impounded in cases of drunk driving or when they have too many parking tickets. “Every one of those cars that gets pulled over takes time. And why should the taxpayers pay for that if they don’t have to?” Patrick said. “We’re trying to move the cost to the people who are causing the issue and get some of that rebated back to the city.” Patrick also made it clear that the opposition by towing companies to the city’s RFP isn’t unanimous. “Obviously there’s one person who doesn’t like it, but we’re negotiating with another towing company who does seem to care for it,” said Patrick. The city manager added, “We don’t know if it will work or not, but we’re asking for suggestions for how to do it through this RFP process.” Patrick also confirmed no final decision has been made on a winning RFP and that it will likely come back to council in August. He further stated “we have no interest in being in the towing business, for the record.”
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Battleford Memorial Rose Garden in peak form By Jayne Foster Editor
Paul Craig, volunteer, was busy watering at the Battleford Memorial Rose Garden Sunday. It’s been a good year for the garden, he says, and it’s at one of its best times right now. Not just roses – although they are the building blocks of the garden design – but lilies bursting with colour, groundcovers, tiny violets gone berserk and dozens more plants are celebrating 16 years OF evolution. The Battleford Memorial Garden, a Communities in Bloom project in partnership with the Town of Battleford, was established on an otherwise unsellable
lot donated by the town, and a good deal of volunteer labour and community sponsorship. It is now blooming on the 100 block of 15th Street. When the Battleford CIB was started, each member was asked to come up with an idea for a project. A memorial rose garden had always been a dream of charter member Elaine Poirier. So a fence went up, a weeping watering system was installed, soil was brought in from Poirier’s Pronguaarea farm and a design was plotted. By 2014, planting had started in earnest. The design, by Judy Bishop, centres on four separate beds, each devoted to one colour of roses,
white, red, pink and yellow. Along the walkways, granite memorial bricks can be found interspersed among the edging bricks. Most are names of folks who have passed on, but not all. Some have purchased bricks for themselves or family members who want to be remembered, but who are still with us. Throughout the beds are four types of thyme used as a ground cover and wood chip mulch helps keep the weeds down. Now that the garden is established, the ongoing care falls mainly to Elaine and her husband Henri, who now live in North Battleford, as well as a handful of volunteers, including Craig, who works at Northern Nurseries. Volunteer Paul Craig taking care of the watering at the Battleford Memorial Rose Garden Sunday. See more photos at www.newsoptimist.ca.
The Stella de Oro is a popular daylily. Delphiniums are always a favourite partnership with roses in short-season growing areas. Photos by Jayne Foster
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Town council opposes proposed culvert policy By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter
Some culverts in Battleford need work, but where funding should come from was an issue at last week’s town council meeting. Some residences in Battleford, such as in West Park, have culverts. Some culverts date back to the 1970s and need to be replaced, according to a report Chief Administrative Officer John Enns-Wind presented to council. The town doesn’t have a policy regarding culverts, and Enns-Wind said at the council meeting there were no precedents or policies in the town to guide administration. Administration’s pro-
posed policy recommended property owners be “responsible for the maintenance, repair and replacement of culverts when needed.” The town would determine when culverts would need repairing and replacing. Some municipalities have landowners pay for the culverts, while municipalities pay for such work in other jurisdictions, Enns-Wind told council. The relevant work on culverts could cost property owners between $900 and $1,200, Enns-Wind said. Council was skeptical of making landowners pay. “I just find it hard to say ‘Mrs. Smith … the way the West Park developer designed this is going to cost you $1,200,’”
Councillor Kevin Russell said. Councillor Doug Laing raised the concern of the town determining a culvert needed replacing, but the property owner refusing to pay for it. Mayor Ames Leslie said he wasn’t in favour of the town paying 100 per cent of costs, neither was he in favour of property owners paying 100 per cent. Around the table, the proposal was compared to a “tax on a tax.” One suggestion included cost sharing. Ultimately, council rejected the policy in its proposed form. Enns-Wind is to return with a different proposed policy at a later date.
B’ford public safety officer resigns By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter
Battleford will be without a public safety officer for the time being. Former public safety officer Al Manibal recently resigned. After the July 15 town council meeting, Mayor Ames Leslie said it was “very unfortunate” Manibal resigned, but Manibal received “an opportunity that was tough for him to pass over.” Manibal began as Battleford’s public safety officer
in March 2018. According to a Town of Battleford release, the public safety officer is responsible for enforcing bylaws and providing public education and awareness programs and services, in order to ensure the protection of residents, property and employees. Some of the public safety officer’s responsibilities include responding to complaints, and issuing tickets. Manibal produced a report to council every month, outlining his activities. Calls concerned a vari-
ety of complaints, particularly animal complaints. Manibal also noted when he helped the fire department and RCMP. A matter at Monday’s council meeting was appointing a new emergency measures co-ordinator. Deputy Fire Chief Geoff Thompson was appointed to the role. Thompson filled the role in the past. The town is looking for a new public safety officer. The position’s salary is around $50,000, according to an email from Battleford CAO John Enns-Wind.
City to apply for feasibility funding on potential green projects By John Cairns Staff Reporter
North Battleford will be taking advantage of funding opportunities made possible through the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ Green Fund. City council members voted in favour July 15 to apply to the Green Municipal Fund for funding for a feasibility study on potential energy efficient projects for the city of North Battleford. The FCM Green Fund recently received $1.01 billion in additional funding from the federal budget. According to a city memo from Director of Finance Steve Brown, the fund directs investments to municipal projects around
climate change, energy efficient projects and greenhouse gas emissions. Representatives from Eco-West, a national nonprofit based out of Winnipeg, came to City Hall to discuss those funding opportunities in June. They were also on hand at Monday’s council meeting. EcoWest is contracted by FCM to be the regional facilitator of Green Fund money into western Canada. The funding could help move forward a number of green initiatives in the city. Potential projects include lighting in some or all city-owned buildings, solar panel installation at the wastewater treatment plant and energy recovery systems at the field house, performing arts centre and
aquatic centre. The estimated cost of a feasibility study is between $60,000 and $80,000. FCM would pick up 50 per cent of the cost and the city plans to use gas tax money for the remaining portion. The deadline to apply to the Green Municipal Fund is Aug. 1. City council members expressed enthusiasm about the potential that could result from the funding. “I think this, in the long run, is going to create a better community for us that really is meeting our needs, financially and just looking at our environment. I’m excited to see this and look at where this can go,” said Councillor Kent Lindgren.
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Contributions to the game call for induction Annual banquet to be held in Battleford Aug. 9 Submitted The Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame will celebrate its 35th annual induction Saturday, Aug. 17, in Battleford. The special guest speaker will be Ferguson “Fergie” Jenkins, the first and only Canadian to be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. Call 306-446-1983 for tickets. All are welcome.
Sharon Clarke
Sharon Clarke was born and raised in Regina. She married Bill Clarke in 1973. They have two children, daughter Rachelle and son Rus, and three grandchildren. Sharon took on the coaching of her daughter Rachelle’s softball team in 1980, and continued in this capacity for five years. In 1982, son Rus began to play baseball. Sharon became team manager, a position she held during the years that Rus played in the mosquito, pee wee and bantam divisions in the Re-
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gina Baseball Association. Then, when Rus played midget baseball in the Regina Optimist Baseball League, Sharon became a league director. She took on many roles on the board including secretary, tournament official, Canada Day tournament chair and, in 2001, the presidency. In 2006, Sharon joined the board of directors of the Western Major Baseball League, with meetings every month throughout the year. Again, Sharon held many important portfolios including secretary for four years, chair of the Red Sox Sports Dinner and Auction for 13 years and counting, clothing and souvenirs committee, lot-
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role in the evolution and success the team has accomplished since joining the Western Major Baseball League. Sharon is communityminded, having been involved with youth bowling, quality daycare and Crime Stoppers in Regina. For four decades, Sharon has and continues to make a positive impact on the community through her involvement and contribution to the game of baseball in Saskatchewan.
final game of the SaskAlta Baseball League championship, defeating the Mendham Monarchs’ arch rivals, the Leader Barons, on their home soil. He also hit a home run to help his own cause. This was the Monarchs’ first league championship. Ernie also played tournament ball with a number of Saskatchewan Major League teams, the most memorable being the 1968 Lacombe tournament, when he was the winning pitcher in the final game for Moose Jaw. Along with pitching,
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along with Karl Palm had an identical score and therefore took second place. The dreaded consolation fell to the unfortunate team of Harry Zamonsky, Ken Holliday, Nester Brunwald and Pat Tillmanns. Karl Palm won closest to the pin on number eight, while Dick Blom, for the second week in a row, won the Co-op car wash for sinking the longest putt on number nine. New Horizons play their next game Monday, July 29, with tee off at 8:30 a.m.
Ernie played third base and was a dangerous batter. Having great control, he seldom walked anyone. A flick of his glove meant he would throw the ball with caution so the batter could hit it. He was great at working the corners and staying ahead in the count. He possessed a great pickoff move to third base at crucial points in the game. When playing and managing the Monarchs, and later the old timers teams, he was instrumental in the Monarchs winning 11 Sask-Alta League championships and taking the old timers to national playoffs four times. The Mendham Monarchs played their last season as a team in 1993, winning the 1993 league championship. A young Grant Ehnisz helped the team to this victory. Tragically, this young 21 year old was killed in a vehicle accident one month later. Grant’s dedication to the game led the league to naming a trophy for good sportsmanship, after him. This annual trophy was awarded the first year, 1994, to Ernie Moser, a League Hall of Fame accomplishment. He was one of the Mendham Monarchs’ greatest players ever. As he was also a hockey star, his pitching delivery was altered due to a hockey shoulder injury. This, however, did not alter his competitive spirit. In 1969 Ernie married Dawn, who supported him wherever his baseball and other ambitions took him, returning to Mendham each spring to play with the Monarchs. His Dad, Mike, was an original Monarch. Ernie, also known as Hawkeye, or Slim, had a long baseball career and played the game alongside his sons Kim and Sheldon.
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Survivor thanks rescuers in a surprise visit By Sherri Solomko
Seven years ago on Oct. 15, 2012, the Unity Fire Department was called to the trucker’s parking lot at the Delta Co-op CStore location to respond to a vehicle fire. Little did the firefighters know at the time that this response would also involve a rescue, when upon arrival, they discovered a man inside the vehicle blaze. Leo Rocan was rushed by ambulance to where he could be put on board an air ambulance flight to the University of Alberta Hospital in critical condition. He was suffering third degree burns to 40 per cent of his body. Rocan spent much time in the past seven years in hospital undergoing treatment, surgeries, therapy and follow-up as a result of extensive injuries resulting from that 2012 blaze. During his convalescence and recovery, he maintained a goal to return to Unity to thank his rescuers and the community who helped in this incident, as well as some funding donated to him following the event. Rocan boarded the train in Winnipeg and arrived in Unity on July 7 where Chantel Taylor, owner of the Greenhead Motel picked him up. The Press Herald office was one of the first places Rocan
came, as he wanted us, first, to know his story and, second, to assist in connecting him with his “lifesavers” and friends, as he stated. One of the first places Rocan wanted to visit was the Unity Auto Body shop where then fire chief, Larry Wilkie, worked. However, Wilkie deferred much of the acknowledgement to the firefighters themselves, stating they were the hands-on guys who acted at the scene, as the chief’s job is often directing the crew. Rocan was able to meet UFD member, Dwaine Kopp, who was first on the scene, in a one-on-one meeting July 8 at the Unity fire hall. Later that evening, Rocan was able to meet the entire crew who were on scene that fateful night, Oct. 15, 2012. Leo told these volunteer firefighters his tale of vowing to return to shake the hands of all those who helped save his life and personally thank them. He presented each one he met with a lanyard representing the burn unit and burn support group that helped in his recovery. The lanyards were from the Mamingwey Burn Survivor Society, which was part of Rocan’s recovery. Mamingwey stands for burn survivors, family members, friends, caregiv-
ers and firefighters who are transformed into a community. The symbols on the Mamingwey logo represent many of the aspects of a burn survivor’s recovery. Photos were taken of Rocan’s meetings with the Unity lifesavers, as he now fondly refers to this group. Unity Fire Department crew members were able to see his photo album of initial admission and recovery stages, and heard his story as well as his gratefulness for their hand in saving his life. Rocan also showed his hands and torso showing the remarkable resilience of skin and the healing properties of skin grafting, pointing to specific pictures of what these parts looked like initially and how well they have healed today. The firefighters said they were humbled to hear Rocan tell his story and meet him in person as they knew how grave his condition was when he was transported. Firefighters don’t always get to know “the rest of the story” after they have responded to a fire, so Rocan’s surprise visit was a welcome one. Roucan also had the opportunity to meet up with other friends and acquaintances he made while living in Unity from
2007-2012. He voiced his admiration and appreciation for the community and its residents, as well as all of those who aided in his rescue, and contributed to his recovery fund. He reiterated at each meeting, “I want you to see what you helped do – that you saved me and I needed to thank you properly.” Often protective services personnel are there for the initial crisis but never end up knowing the end result of the rescue they were involved in. Even though it took seven years to learn of Leo Rocan’s happy ending, these rescuers were glad they got to close that Oct. 15, 2012 chapter together. Unity Fire Chief, Leroy Timmermans, said, “We
were all very touched to see Mr. Rocan, and appreciated his gratitude. It’s
nice to see someone that has made the recovery that he has.”
Leo Rocan with Unity Fire Department member Dwaine Kopp, one of the first on the scene seven years ago.
Rural Fire Chief Allan Sopyc, firefighter Russell Fauth, current Fire Chief Leroy Timmermans, firefighter Dwaine Kopp, Leo Rocan, firefighter Colby Kelin and firefighter Travis Sopyc. Rocan met with the Unity Fire Department seven years after they saved his life. Photos by Sherri Solomko
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This year’s Street Performer Festival covers more blocks, adds KidzFest By John Cairns Staff Reporter
It promises to be a bigger and better North Battleford International Street Performer Festival in 2019. The sixth-annual Festival runs July 26 and 27, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and will occupy an even larger portion of downtown North Battleford than it did last year. Festival co-chair and programming director Kali Weber said it will cover two and a half city blocks on 100th Street, from 11th
Avenue up to the Central Park area, including the park itself. That will be a change from 2018, when the festival ran one block from 11th up to 12th Ave. due to construction happening north of 12th Avenue. While the festival has been a familiar downtown attraction throughout its six years, it has frequently had to adjust its location along 101th Street from one year to the next, due either to road construction or the unexpected downtown fire at the Bargain Shop a few years ago.
One location that organizers are happy about returning to is the Central Park area, which has been a popular location for festival activities in the past. This year, there are major plans to make it especially family-friendly with a new festival-within-a-festival feature. “We’re introducting KidzFest,” said Weber, which will be “an area of the park that will be designated just for children.” It is set to include live performances as well as games, crafts and other activities geared for kids.
Members of the “Flyin’ Bob’s Circus” will also be there to teach acrobatics and tricks. KidzFest was something that had been on the backburner “for a long time,” said Weber. This year they were finally able financially to create that area in the park. “We’re very happy to include the park again because it’s a nice green space with lots of shade,” said Weber. As for performers, Weber said 28 have been confirmed as of Wednesday last week.
The expectation is that the Street Performer Festival will attract upwards of 6,000 visitors to downtown, with many visitors coming in from outside the community. “Our goal is to always reach further than our community to draw people to North Battleford because we are the only festival just dedicated to street performers,” said Weber. “We really believe that we hold a lot of value to our community members in that people wait for it to happen every year, and
get excited to learn who’s coming and those types of things.” She pointed to the relationship the Festival has to partner organization, including the city of North Battleford and the Downtown North Battleford BID. For more information about the NB International Street Performer Festival go to nbstreetfest.com, or to their Facebook page at “NB Street Festival.” Weber said the Facebook page is your best bet for finding schedules and upto-date information as it happens.
Chapel Gallery to host Witness Blanket exhibit By John Cairns Staff Reporter
By Dona Lukas Pam Beaver gave a workshop on how to make mandelas. Each member created something different and beautiful. We had a fun afternoon. Chapel Gallery members reception is Thursday, Aug. 8 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Grant McConnel will be adjudicating the artwork that everning as well. Everyone is invited.
North Battleford city council members heard a presentation from Leah Garven, curator and manager of galleries, on the activities of the Allen Sapp Gallery, Gonor Collection and Chapel Gallery at their meeting July 15. There were some announcements about future projects, including the Witness Blanket, a nation-
al monument to recognize atrocities of the residential schools era. Inspired by a woven blanket, the Witness Blanket is a large scale art installation made out of hundreds of items reclaimed from residential schools, churches, government buildings and traditional and cultural structures including friendship centres, band offices, treatment centres and universities from across Canada. The
Chapel Gallery will host the Witness Blanket Dec. 15, 2019, to Jan. 26, 2020. This is also the fourth and final year of their commitment to Walking with our Sisters, which ends in Batoche in August. North Battleford will be sending volunteers to represent the community. The North Battleford ceremonial shawl dedicated to missing and murdered indigenous women and girls will be returning to the commu-
nity as well. On a related note, Mayor Ryan Bater said he had attended ceremonies at Red Pheasant First Nation on July 4, along with Garven, for repatriation of Chief Red Pheasant’s Treaty 6 Medal. Bater called it a “very powerful occasion.” All invited guests at the event received prints of one of Allen Sapp’s works, entitled Pow Wow at the Battlefords. 19074CC1 19072CC3
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Golf winding up, ball winding down, wind wound up By Sherri Solomko Correspondent
Whoosh! Just like that, July is almost gone. With the long weekend around the corner, you want to be sure to pack it all in before summer is over. Summer storm activity is a concern as storms have been intense in our area, or have involved area residents in other parts of the province. Our neighbours at Luseland took a beating with not one, but two, hail storms that arrived only two hours apart on July 14. Keep an eye on the skies and local forecasts, and always be prepared if severe weather hits. Check out your local paper that held a great story on a surprise fire survivor visitor who came to Unity the week of July 8. This story is a great testament to the work our volunteer firefighters do. You can take in some baseball action and support the hometown team as Unity plays host to the 11U provincial AA Tier 1 championship. The booth will be open and there is plenty of room for fans in the stands. Unity plays at 3:45 p.m. Friday with games again at 11:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. on Saturday. Congratulations to the U12 Panthers who won a bronze medal in Balgonie July 14. Also congratula-
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tions to former Panther, Kristin Walz, who was awarded the All Star first baseman at the Canada Cup International Softball event in Surrey, B.C. Congratulations are also extended to players Devyn McLean who was picked up by U16 Biggar Nationals to play at Western Canadians in Biggar August long weekend, as well as Panther u16 players Makayla Bakken and Hunter Pewap who will play that same event with Carlyle. Local umpire Kenny Coons was also chosen to be part of Team Blue for this upcoming Western Canadian championship event. Provincial quests are all wrapped up except the baseball teams competing at events this weekend. The senior cardinals are the last team to await their provincial championship event Aug. 9 weekend. Also congratulations to local umpire, Trevor Green, who will be part of Team Blue (umpires) at the U16 National Softball event in Saskatoon on the August long weekend. Aug. 8, Western Canada Summer Games begin and will include several
Unity, Wilkie and Macklin athletes. Abby Rutley, Unity, and Leah Weinkauf, Macklin, will be part of Team Sask softball, while Unity’s Reece Gilbert will be part of Team Sask triathalon. Wilkie’s sibling duo of Kaiden and Carissa McGinnis will be part of Team Sask wrestling, while Denzil’s Kali Krieger will be part of Team Sask volleyball. August will bring increased activity at your local golf course. You can still participate in rounds during the day, fun night of golf on Tuesdays, and men’s golf nights on Wednesdays. The seniors open takes place Aug. 8 starting at 10 a.m. The UCRC fundraising golf event is set for Aug. 10 and you can register now at the resource centre or at the golf course. August will be rounded out with the Aug. 18 four-man scramble and the 2019 member’s tournament on Aug 25. Bring your buddies or your guests out the Unity golf course and support all the work this club does in keeping this nine-hole grass green course in tip top condition. Don’t forget to attend the reptile show at your local Unity library on Tuesday, July 30. starting at 2 p.m. It will be a creepy crawly afternoon but a unique experience to take part in.
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While Unity was able to stay out of this storm’s wrath, our neighbours in Luseland were not so lucky as evidenced by the numerous holes punctured in this siding, the result of a vicious storm on July 14. Photos by Sherri Solomko
Remember, even throughout the summer months, you can still take part in the Unity Mental Wellness support group each Wednesday at 7 p.m. at the Unity Health Centre, open to everyone. As well, pickleball continues at the Unity curling club Wednesdays at 7 p.m. A reminder your local paper will be closed for
holidays. July 27 to Aug. 11 but you can continue on with your local Unity news in this column until the Press Herald returns with the Aug 16 issue. Coffee row certainly have had plenty of weather events to talk about. Experienced rowers are reviewing and making predictions for this year’s crops, if Mother Nature cooperates
for the remainder of the growing season. Gardens, vacations, and community activity are some of the other topics reviewed on a regular basis. There is always room at these tables and plenty of laughter to share. So you see we keep busy here in Unity with wisdom, laughter and plenty of fun here in Unity with our friends on coffee row.
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200 riders in children’s bike parade at the lake By Lorna Pearson Correspondent
It was another successful Canada Day Bike Parade at Meota Regional Park. Approximately 200 children participated in the ninth annual parade. There were decorations, face painting and tattoos and a hot dog lunch afterwards along with cookies and treats all generously donated. The RCMP from North Battleford came and led the parade. The kids were really excited about that. The parade takes them through part of the town, too, and it was great to see so many townsfolk cheering on the kids along the route. Lawrie Ward led the singing of O Canada at the park entrance again
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this year. On July 13 there was a lemonade sale in Meota Regional Park with all proceeds going to the Children’s Wish Foundation of Saskatchewan. There were sweets and treats and lemonade available for whatever anyone wanted to donate. One little entrepreneur decided to pick saskatoon berries in the campsite, washing them and packaging them for sale. We also had free pickleball in the park in the afternoon and a movie at dusk showing at the new
On July 13 there was a lemonade sale in Meota Regional Park with all proceeds going to the Children’s Wish Foundation of Saskatchewan. Photos submitted by Lorna Pearson
shower house in the park for whoever wanted to attend. It was another great day and night in the park. A petition is being circulated regarding the entrance to the regional park, which poses a threat to the safety of residents, especially children, who use the Beach Street corner travelling back and forth to the beach and concession area. There is an option available so that recreation vehicles don’t have to travel through the village, adding to the congestion at that particular corner. By coming up Birch Street, RVs could turn into the park, or leave from the park, with no problem. It would be much easier and safer for all concerned. This will be submitted to the regional park board of directors. The Farmers/Ranchers golf tournament was held July 12, not 13, my error. There was a situation in Lakeview area where a cat on a leash was attacked by two dogs on the loose. Now where do people from the city get the idea that we are in the country and its OK for their dogs to run at large? I just do not understand where their thinking is. There has to be a rule stating that all dogs must be on leash, also. The Battlefords Sailing Club is hosting a “Song and Steak at the Lake” Aug. 2 at their Club House
Approximately 200 children participated in the ninth annual Canada Day Bike Parade at Meota Regional Park.
in Meota. Supper will be followed by entertainment by the Chickadee Songwriters’ Group. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased by calling Mike at 306441-5660 or Janet at 306441-2791. Seating is limited, so call early. There will be a shower honouring Meg Scorgie at the Do Drop In on July 28 at 2 p.m. Two days of Folk Fest in Spiritwood will be Aug. 30, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Aug. 31 from noon to 10 p.m. There will be featured menus from eight countries - German, Norwegian, Filipino, French, Ukrainian, Irish, Hungarian and Albanian. Gwen Lacerte travelled to Red Deer, Alta., to attend the 80th birthday celebration for her twin sisters Mary and Margaret over the July 1 weekend. Nearly 40 family members gathered for an enjoyable time together. The Sons of Norway friends met at the Lawn Bowling Club House in the city Sunday afternoon where they played cards and lawn bowled. This was followed by a potluck
supper, which is always so very good. After supper, four tables stayed and played more cards and visited, bringing a nice sunny day to a close. After a week of working in the mud it was a nice change. The Meota Lions Club had a successful, sold-out pasta supper Saturday, July 20, with a top meal and top entertainment. Gratitude goes out to the volunteers who organize and do the work for the event, all much appreciated. The bridge reports are in. There were 20 players at the Pioneer Hall July 16 with high scores in order Vern Iverson and Richard Groves, Gerry Craig and Catriona Winterholt, Bernard and Lucille Gregoire. On July 18 only 10 players took part, high scores in order were Vern Iverson and Anne Crozier, Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen, Robert Iverson and Catriona Winterholt. All the Lambert family was here working with Al on the weekend, getting the rafters up on the cottage in Lakeview. It is coming along nicely. Coping with the rainy days and mud
only added to the enterprise’s challenge. He surely appreciated the volunteer labour that helped out. I’m sure everybody in town had company this weekend. I see the little house beside the Credit Union building has a “sold” sign. That’s been for sale for all of the six years I’ve been here. That’s good to have it opened up and used.
A young entrepreneur picking saskatoon berries to wash and package for sale during the lemonade sale at Meota Regional Park.
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Great location 768 sq. ft. 3 bedroom / 2 washroom Finished basement Many upgrades Fully fenced yard Detached single garage Close to shopping and parks Call Antony @ (306)490-2226 to view today MLS®SK769067
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• 1,040 sq. ft. home on quiet street, 3 & 1 bedrooms • Many recent renovations • Large renovated bathrooms • Lots of kitchen cabinets - newer counters & backsplash • Large single garage built in 2016 • Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 MLS®SK742695
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Compact Westside home Newer flooring throughout main floor Partial basement development Great opportunty for first time home buyers or buyers wanting to downsize • Call Donnay Ray @ (306)-441-9173 or MLS®SK768074
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Family favoured!
• 1,159 square foot bi-level • Double 22x24 detached garage • 6 bedrooms, large kitchen and dining area • Newly renovated main floor includes paint. flooring, 2 & 4 pce baths • Partially finished basement w/R.I. 3 pc bath, gas stove • Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 for your personal viewing MLS®SK772975
Compact Family Bungalow
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2 storey home 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Double attached garage Renovated bathrooms Most windows updated Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK762959
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Style Quality Value
• Excellent Investment Opportunity, 2010 Duplex • 1,052 sq. ft. per unit • Quality finishes, alder cabinets/hardwood flooring • Landscaped, fenced yard with shed • Strata Titles • Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 MLS®SK766884
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3 bedrooms. 2+ bathrooms Open Living area Great for entertaining Double attached garage Call Brian at (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK774197
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Residential
So Many Reno’s!
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• 1,296 square feet • 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • 2 living spaces • Totally renovated inside & out! • Call Tracy Voigt at (306) 441-1981
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555
MLS®SK758547
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• Over 2,000 square feet • Backs onto a park • Brand new kitchen with huge island • Double attached garage w/direct entry • Large master bedroom w/a walk-out balcony • Call Tracy Voigt at (306) 441-1981
$
Great Family Home
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• Good location • 6 bedrooms, 2 baths, all appliances • Open concept living room • Double attached garage • Ready to move into • Call Antony Mathew at 306-490-2226 to view
MLS®SK765820
MLS®SK760386
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Looking for the WOW Factor? AffordableCondoLiving! • • • • • •
1,562 square feet bi-level 5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms • Triple paned windows High end finishes throughout Superior cabinetry & quartz countertops Large heated attached garage Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt today at (306)445-5555 MLS®SK773509
• 1,1099 square feet • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • One exclusive parking stall • In-unit laundry • Care free condo life! • Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah for more info at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK768206
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Large park like property in West Park Over 3000 sq. ft. of living area Newer white kitchen with Granite counters Total of 5 bedrooms, 3 baths Large shop & fitness area Triple attached & heated garage Call Brian to view MLS®SK745856
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Now under construction 1,106 sq. ft 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms High end finish with opportunity to upgrade options! • Located in Telegraph Heights in Battleford West • Call Jayna Hannah for more info at 306-441-4519
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3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Walking distance to a few schools Open concept in living room / kitchen Single attached garage with direct entry Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah @ (306)445-5555 MLS®SK768241
Neat and Clean
Certified Home Inspector Independently owned and operated franchise
K
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GENERAL PRACTICE INCLUDING: • Wills & Estates • Real Estate/Mortgage • Corporate/Commercial • Family Law • Employment Law • Criminal/Civil 1652 - 100th St., North Battleford, SK
2
MLS®SK773103
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Move In Ready!
2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom Single detached garage Private backyard with beautiful landscaping Built in 1997 Hot tub off the master bedroom Call Tacy Voigt or Jayna Hannah @ (306)445-5555 MLS®SK778989
• Real Estate • Corporate Law • Wills and Estates • General Litigation
P R O Doug.Forbes@pillartopost.com F www.pillartopost-battleford.com E Doug Forbes Cell: 306-481-4681 S S I irkham aw ffice BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS O Randy G. Kirkham • Tanner Daniels N A L 306-446-2900 Fax 306-446-2242
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• 1,319 square feet • Large Island • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Open concept kitchen / dining room • Stainless steel appliances • Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt @ (306)445-5555
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MLS®SK777901
MLS®SK767386
$
2 bedrooms/2 baths Open living/dining/kitchen 6 major appliances Underground parking Call Brian to view
0 $ 22
Prime Location - Great Price!
Over 3,400 square feet • Previously ran as B & B Some furnishings remain Main floor plus 2 self-contained suites Placed on a double lot • Plark like backyard Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah @ (306)445-5555
MLS®SK754722
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• Corner lot, Telegraph Heights, Battleford • Quiet sought after neighbrohood • Close to all amenities • Additional info & building restricions available upon request • Call Donna Ray at (306)441-9173
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Condo Living in Battleford!
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MLS®SK752512
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Cornerstone Condos
• • • •
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• Amazing location, near many schools • 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms • Brand new furnace / water heater • Open concept main floor • Great curb appeal with a front porch • Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah @ (306)445-5555 MLS®SK773648
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• 2,166 square feet, open concept • Spacious master c/w 3/4 bath & walkin closet • 3 bedrooms, 3 baths • Sunroom & den overlooking back yard • Rear patio, shed, double heated garage • Call Brian to view at (306) 441-6433 MLS®SK764618
North Battleford 306.445.6177 general@dbf-law.ca www.dbf-law.ca
NORSASKLAW Richard Gibbons Law Office
1381A - 101st Street, North Battleford, SK
Scott Scherger Phone Cell Email
306.446.2887 306.490.8999 scott@elbuilding.ca
“Your Building Partner from Start to Finish!”
Fortier Mattila Appraisals Inc. Agricultural, Commercial, Residential
Offices in: The Battlefords, Kindersley, Meadow Lake, Prince Albert, Saskatoon www.fmappraisals.com 306-937-5073
Real Estate Appraisers Since 1971
S9A 0Z9
Phone 306-445-7772 Fax 306-445-7722 Richard A. Gibbons B.A., LL.B Robert F. Feist J.D., B.A. Benedict P.O. Feist, J.D., B.A. Barristers & Solicitors
Email: richard@norsasklaw.com / robert@norsasklaw.com Website: norsasklaw.com
• Landscaping • Tree Removal • • Stump Grinding • Irrigation • • Yard Care • Rubber Paving • • Snow Removal •
Edwin Smockum Sales Representative
306-446-2615 1-866-877-2615
Email: overtheedgeyardcareservices@yahoo.ca www.overtheedgeltd.ca
D I R E C T O R Y
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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555 $
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Carefree Condo Living
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River Valley Estates, Battleford 1,046 square feet New paint throughout Heated parkade parking 2 bedroom, 1+1/2 baths River Valley Views Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 to view
Stunner
1,344 square feet 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Oversized mature VLA lot 2 car attached garage with separate shop Lovely finishes & well maintained Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt for @ (306)445-5555!
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MLS®SK753885
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basement Vaulted ceiling, open concept living, dining & kitchen areas 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, main floor laundry Attached dbl. garage, rubber pavement driveway Includes all appliances, custom window treatments, central vac, garburator, central air & more • Affordable condo fees, only $100 per month • Contact Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173
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MLS®SK778828
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It’s All About The Garage!!
• 840 sq.ft. • 3 bedrooms / 1 bathroom • 26 x 28 heated, detached garage • Complete new exterior • EE furnace, A/C, hot water on demand • Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt @ (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK776144
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1,260 square feet 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms 24 x 24 attached garage, RV parking Beautiful landscaping front and back Cozy basement with gas fireplace Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt today at (306)445-5555 MLS®SK777510
$ 18
Great Yard!
• 912 sq. ft. • 4 bedrooms, 2 baths • New doors and windows • Double car garage • Call Kevin for more info (306) 441-5960 MLS® SK781606
Totally Updated!
1,793 square feet 5 bedrooms, 3 baths Double car heated garage Close to several schools Call Kevin for more info @ (306) 441-5960
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3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Main floor laundry Some updated windows Hardwood flooring on the main Beautiful fruit / lilac trees Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah @ (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK773755
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Quality Built!
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1,362 square feet - built in 2015 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Totally developed up & down Double heated garage Call Brian Lampitt to view at (306) 441-6433 MLS®SK772050 $ 33
1,020 square feet 4 bedrooms, 1 bath Open concept main floor Low maintenance Call Kevin for more information at (306) 441-5960
Great Starter Home with Charm!
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NEW PRICE
• Renovated 1,412 square foot home close to all amenities • Newer vinyl clad windows • 3+1 bedrooms • Abundant kitchen cabinets, large kitchen & dining areas • Sunken living room with gas fireplace • Newer basement development, amazing back yard oasis • Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 to view
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West Side Location
738 square feet 2 bedrooms, 1 bath Large backyard Many updates Call Kevin for more information at (306) 441-5960 MLS®SK758652
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Quality West Side Home!
MLS®SK761878
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MLS®SK771587
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MLS®SK772686
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Double garage built in 2015 Insulated and heated 1,144 sq. ft. home Some updated windows New covered deck in the backyard Call Tracy Voigt at (306) 441-1981 MLS®SK746008
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848 square feet. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Large fenced yard Single car garage Call Kevin at (306) 441-5960 for your private viewing
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MLS®SK759832
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Condo Living at Heritage Landing Quality condo features 1,164 sq. ft. plus fully finished
NEW PRICE
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Corner Condo!
2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms 5 major appliances • Two storage areas Laminate flooring in living - dining Central air conditioning Call Brian for details at (306) 441-6433 MLS®SK772489
North Battleford Golf & Country Club Great membership options available please check our website at www.northbattlefordgolf.com. Sign up for our E-Club on the website to receive information for great golfing deals. Also follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
For more information phone the Pro Shop at 306-937-5659
Benjamin Moore The Colour Experts
Doug’s Paint Shoppe Inc. • Full line of interior & exterior paints • Painting supplies and accessories • Color matching • Custom window coverings • Supplier of Graco paint sprayers
Quality Service & Professional Advice to Get the Job Done Right! 1561 - 100th Street, North Battleford, SK 306-445-7775
VOTED BY Score Golf Magazine Top Ten Public places to play in Saskatchewan & Manitoba
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Location, Location, Location
• West side bungalow, 1,050 square feet • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • New windows, shingles & 3 pce bath in 2016 • Off street parking at back w/large electrified shed • Close to Bready, Holy Family & JP II schools • Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 MLS®SK759530
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• Battleford Bungalow, 4 level split • 1,281 square feet • Attached Double garage, mature landscaping • Recent upgrades • 4 bedrooms, 2 baths • Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 MLS®SK753035
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Located on Gregory Drive Over 1,500 square feet 5 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms Single attached garage w/ direct entry Beautiful, mature backyard Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK775826
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Double attached, heated garage Tons of updates in recent years Located on quiet street in Kildeer Great curb appeal Call Tracy Voigt at (306) 441-1981 MLS®SK752740
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Residential
D L O S
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Begin Here!
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1,450 sq.ft. ,5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Corner lot, 24 x 24 garage & RV parking Newly renovated bathrooms Well kept yard & landscaping Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at (306)445-5555 MLS®SK776411
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• West side bungalow, 911 sq. ft. • 2 bedrooms, 1 baths • New shingles (May 2019) • Basement open for future development – R.I. plumbing • High EE furnace, newer water heater, updated electrical panel • Call Donna Ray @ 306-441-9173 for your personal viewing MLS®SK776041
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Great Location, Amazing House!! Great Family Home in • 1,955 sq. ft. South Battleford! • 5 bedrooms/4 bathrooms
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908 square feet 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Large detached, heated garage Lots of living space for family and friends Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah to view at (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK766366
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NEW PRICE
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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555
DesignedwithDistinction! • Executive custom built home, located in Battleford, 1,342 sq. ft. • 2+2 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, main floor laundry • Open concept living, kitchen & dining areas boast vaulted ceilings • Master Bedroom, walk in closet, large en-suite with Jacuzzi tub & sun tunnel • Kitchen features island and pantry • 2 car heated garage and beautiful manicured yard • Call Donna Ray @ (306)441-9173 for your personal viewing
$
www.realestatethebattlefords.ca
In-Town Acreage
• 1,469 square feet • 2.37 acres • Park like yard • In town services • Located in town of Meota • Call Kevin for more info at (306) 441-5960
MLS®SK776108
Mechanical Ltd.
“Qualitythat thatdoesn’t doesn’tcost, cost,ititpays” pays” “Quality SERVING THE AREA... “Quality thatBATTLEFORDS doesn’t cost,& it pays”
Plumbing & Heating
Dion Locally BelRose 306-937-2083 owned & operated
ESTIMATES 306-937-2083 Call Dion or Pat 937-2083
• Sales - Service - Parts - Bodyshop • 3022 99th Street, Hwy 4 North, North Battleford, SK
306-445-7799
www.rainbowtoyota.com
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1,040 sq.ft. • 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Large yard with new fencing Brand new EE furnace Updated kitchen and flooring Contact Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at (306)445-5555
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• Gasfitting • • Furnaces • • Water Heaters • • Boilers • ...and much more, call today!
SENIOR DISCOUNT AVAILABLE
Licenced/Insured WCB A263327
• New & Used Cars & Trucks • • Leasing & Financing Available •
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SpiritwoodBungalow!
Big Sky
Serving the Battlefords & Area...Locally Owned & Operated
#1
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MLS®SK769097
J&D Roofing
Driving the World’s Selling Import
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MLS®SK776298
306-445-5555
FREE ESTIMATES
2
Out of Town
North Battleford
Call DionFREE or Pat
SOLD
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MLS®SK757152
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1541 - 100th Street
WCB ESTIMATES • Fully Insured FREE
MLS®SK756373
For People On The Go!
$
Insurance Claims Welcome Licensed, WCB Coverage • Fully Insured LocallySnow Owned & Operated Rooftop Removal Available
3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms Windows all updated 2009 Basement recently finished EE furnace Double detached garage All appliances remain Call Tracy Voigt at (306) 441-1981
• River Valley Estates, 1,040 square feet • Large kitchen w/maple cabinets & portable island • 2 bedrooms, 4 pc bath & 3 pc bath off master • Spacious living room w/balcony, spectacular views of river valley & city skyline • In unit laundry • Contact Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 to view!
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So Many Updates!!
306-480-5030
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Park Like Yard!!
Huge double lot, double detached garage Tons of garden space • Energy efficient furnace Some windows replaced Contact Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at (306)445-5555
MLS®SK778560
Discovery Co-op
Home Centre & Lumber
Open 7 Days a Week
MIKE HUTCHISON Manager
for your Home Projects Territorial Place Mall, North Battleford Phone 306-446-7225 Fax 306-446-7212 www.discoverycoop.com
IF WE SELL IT... WE GUARANTEE IT Bus: 306-445-4171 Cell: 306-481-6081 Fax: 306-446-0862 592 - 110th Street, North Battleford, SK www.kaltire.come
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Commercial
Open for Business
BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555
• • • •
• 7,000 sq. ft. with lots of parking • Almost 1,400 sq. ft. of upstairs living area • Boiler, in-floor heat, A/C in office & living quarters • 16’ wall height • Zone M-1 • Call Brian Lampitt for more information at (306) 445-5555
MLS®SK744147
Shop With Living Quarters
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6,560 sq. ft. building, .77 acre lot 1.3 acre adjacent lot available Fenced compound Call Kevin for more info (306) 441-5960
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Located at Co-op Aquatic Centre • Good margin on sales Includes equipment, leasehold improvements, business Serves fresh coffee, paninis, wraps, gelato, etc. Call Archie Robinson at (306) 441-3455
MLS®SK757017
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Good Investment Opportunity
• • • • •
2 – 2010 square feet lease spaces High traffic exposure Well maintained Ample parking Call Brian at 306-445-5555
Steel Frame Construction MLS®SK737183
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• 5,500 sq.ft. building • 1.3 acre lot • Downdraft paint booth • Fenced compound • Call Kevin for more info (306_)441-5960
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Come For The Food...Stay For The View!
THE MAIN COURSE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE
Casual & Special Occasion Dining Large Menu Selection 1 Riverside Drive North Battleford Golf & Country Club
306-445-5055
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Acreage on 40 Acres!
1,188 sq. ft. bungalow • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 40 x 40 brand new heated shop 25 x 28 heated attached garage 5 minutes from North Battleford Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt to view (306)445-5555
MLS®SK778782
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Great Location! • 1,232 sq.ft. • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • Double car garage • Great workshop • Call Kevin (306)441-5960 for more info.
MLS®SK773495
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Lake Life is Waiting For You! • • • • •
• Retail or office space • Former flooring store • Call Brian to view at 306-445-5555
MLS®SK779092
FISHER’S
MLS®SK774415
Natural grassland & rolling hills Adjacent to newer grid road • Could be subdivided Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173
MLS®SK739208
$
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DRUG STORE
306-445-6153
Migneault Law Office
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Build Here!
Resort Village of Aquadeo • Water front lot Overlooking Jackfish Lake • Approximately 50’x114’ Services to lot Good home or cottage site Call Archie at (306) 441-3455 or Brian at (306)441-6433
MLS®SK768659
$
Friendly Family Health Care 1501-100th St., North Battleford
Located on Martinson’s Beach • Beautiful lot at water level Year round lakefront property 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Loft with extra beds, Walk-out basement Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at (306) 445-5555
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Lease Great Location • 100th Street location • Over 2,000 square feet
Prime Location
Located less than 1 kilometer North of city 100_ acres - 94 cultivated 877 sq. ft. home - double garage Machine shed & barn • Many possibilities Call Brian Lampitt for more info at (306) 445-5555
Lake
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Great Location!
1,488 sq.ft • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths Double car garage 44x100 Quonset Close to Table Mountain Call Kevin (306)441-5960 or Brian (306)4455555 for more info
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Industrial Lot
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MLS®SK744078
MLS®SK773065
• 1.3 acre lot • Fenced compound • Available with purchase of 11 - 4th Ave. • Call Kevin for more info (306) 441-5960
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MLS®SK727459
$
Over 21,000 sq. ft. • Many possibilities 1.37 acres of land on highway: 4 North High traffic count, great exposure Call Brian to view
$
Commercial Exposure
MLS®SK740850
E RIC
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1,344 sq.ft. raised bungalow 10 acres fully fenced 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms • 32x60 pole shed Many updates throughout Quiet, peaceful, beautiful location Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt to view (306)445-5555
$
• 18.54 acres • 485’ frontage on Highway 26 • Could also be used for resident development • Call Kevin for more info 306-441-5960
$
Industrial Property
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Acreages
Acreage Living minutes from town!
MLS®SK779087
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MLS®SK737216
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View Included!
Located in Resort Village of Aquadeo Spectacular view or Jackfish Lake Approx. 2 acres • Services available to lot line build your dream home here Call Archie at (306)441-3455 or Brian at (306)441-6433
MLS®SK740850
Barristers and Solicitors
Kevan M. Migneault, B.A., LL. B. Monte M. Migneault, B.A., LL. B.
SALLOWS BUILDING at
1391 - 101st Street (across from the library) North Battleford, SK
306-445-4491 or 1-800-667-1320
Where Else...
...Also in Hague, Sask.
(mailing address: P.O. Box 520, North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y8)
Phone: 306-445-4436 or 306-445-8151 Fax: 306-445-6444
Email: monte@mglawoffice.com
9 $ 49
Territorial Drive & 100th Street, North Battleford
Office located in the
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NORTH BATTLEFORD | HAGUE
Todd Heck
Tracy Cook
Kevin Russell
Jay Price
Kevin Colliar
www.valleyfordsales.ca
• • • • •
Evergreen Beach
4 bedrooms, 2+ baths • Open concept floor plan Gas Fireplace (stove) & furnace 2 enclosed patios & covered deck Garage & lots of storage Call Brian Lampitt; to view at (306)4416433
MLS®SK773161
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Endless Possibilities
• 27.67 Acres, adjacent to campgrounds • Across the street from golf course • Short walk to sailing club and public beach • Could be used for residential development
• Call Kevin for more info (306) 441-5960 MLS®SK727460
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• 1,080 sq. ft. • 4 bedrooms, 2 baths • Quality build • Year round home • Call Kevin to arrange viewing at (306) 4415960
MLS®SK779138
• Build your dream home • Choice of 5 lots, power, gas & water to lots • Average length 45.68 metres • Spectacular view of Jackfish Lake • Call Brian Lampitt or Archie Robinson at (306) 445-5555
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• Located at Summerfield Beach • Brand new 1,472 square foot home • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Walkout basement • Large walk-in closet in master bedroom • Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at (306)445-5555
Secluded Lot
Very private lake location Jeanne Crescent, Cochin 2 bedrooms furnished cabin Leased lot • Well treed Call Archie at (306) 441-3455
MLS®SK778635
MLS®SK778346 NEW PRICE
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Lakefront Property
• Located in Meota - facing lake • Close to concessions, swimming area, boat launch • Gas fireplace • 3 bedrooms, 2 baths • Great view from 2nd storey • Call Archie to view
MLS®SK755551
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Lanz Point Lot!
• 1,632 square foot condo plus fully finished walkout basement • Located at Elk Ridge Resort, just minutes from Prince Albert National Park • 3 Bedrooms, 3 baths, open concept living, kitchen and dining area • Attached single car garage • Unit backs onto pines and green space • Call Donna Ray at (306)441-9173 to view this great getaway!
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Town to purchase land from Oblates By Josh Greschner
over the years, including the seat of government of the Northwest Territories, the Battleford Industrial School and a seminary. The building burned down in 2003. At last Monday’s town council meeting, Mayor Ames Leslie estimated the land price to be higher than regular farmland, although he said trying to buy the land back from someone at a later date would likely be more expensive. Leslie also said at the meeting the area could be a site for residential development. “It’s unexpected but as part of the bigger picture, we have to do it,” Councillor Doug Laing said.
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Historical reasons and potential development are motivators behind the Town of Battleford approving the purchase of land from the Oblates. The Oblates are selling just under nine acres of land near Government House to Battleford for $75,000. The area south of Battleford is a particularly historic one. The remains of the old Government House, built in 1876 are located there, as is the old Land Titles Registry Office, and the purchase will connect the two sites. The old Government House had many uses
A map of land near Government House. Battleford town council has approved buying the orange area from the Oblates for $75,000.
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Savannah Sutherland is still racking up those gold medals in track and field, as at the Western Canada Tri Provincials held July 13 and 14 in Regina, in the U18 she won gold medals in 100 metre dash, 100m hurdles and 400m hurdles and won two gold medals on the girls relay team for Saskatchewan. Team Sask won the meet in overall points. Savannah’s next meet is the Canadian U18 and U20 Track and Field Championships
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OBITUARIES CLARK: Mr. Harwood Clark, age 91, of Rural North Battleford passed away peacefully on July 21, 2019 at River Heights Lodge with family by his side. Survived by his wife, Emily; Children: Vivian; Neil (Leslee) and children Adrian (Stephanie), Mitch (Jackie) Macy and Burke; Cheryl (Gordon) Carbert and children Jenisa, Nicole and Taighen; Brenda (Mark). Harwood attended Whitewood Lake School. Farmed ALL his life. Married Emily Tkatchuk in 1953. They lived on the family farm till 2016 when they moved in to North Battleford. Harwood served on the school board and as a councillor for the RM of North Battleford, loved raising cattle and mowing grass. Due to failing health, Harwood moved to River Heights Lodge in Sept 2018 until his passing. The family would like to thank the following for the compassionate care of Harwood: Dr. Tootoosis, Dr. Campbell, and the staff at River Heights Lodge. As per Harwood’s wishes, there will be no funeral. Arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).
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POOLE: Mr. Arnold Poole resident of Edam, SK passed away Saturday, June 22, 2019 at the age of 68 years. A Celebration of Life Service was held Wednesday, July 3, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Edam Community Complex with Reverend Janice Trost officiating. A Private Family interment was held at the Edam Cemetery. Arnold will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Peggy; son, Steven “Skip” (Jamie), their childrenJordan (Sara)-Everett and Anson, Ackerley (Chelsea)Sage and Nora, Ashton (Katie); father, Frank; brothers, Garry (Elaine), their children- Karrie (Darren) and family, Treverr (Carol) and family; Leslie (Cheryl), their children- Darcy (Jodie) and family, Rodney (Crystal) and family, Stacy (Jay) and family; brothers-in-law, Doug (Val) Mann and family; Derrick (Verna) Mann and family. He was predeceased by his mother, Maisie Poole; son, Brian “Buzz”; and in-laws, Betty and Harvey Mann. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Arnold Poole may be directed to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan 1738 Quebec Ave #26, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9, Diabetes Canada 104-2301 Avenue C North, Saskatoon, SK S7L 5Z5 or Edam Donor’s Choice. For those wishing to leave a condolence, you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. Card of Thanks Thank you to everyone for all the gifts and the kind and thoughtful gestures that were given to the family.
May 7, 1920 – July 3, 2019 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father, grandfather and great grandfather, Joe Sander. He passed away surrounded by the love of his family at his home, Poplar Courts, on July 3, 2019. Joe was born May 7, 1920 near Compeer, Alberta. He was the fourth of ten children born to Wilhelm and Julia Sander. The family moved to the Inverellan district east of Wilkie in 1928. Growing up in the depression, Joe developed a strong work ethic. He enrolled in the Army in 1942 and was discharged in 1946. In 1947, he purchased land east of Wilkie. Although circumstances prevented him from completing his education, Joe was a self-taught master of all trades, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and cement work. He built an addition to the farm home as well as homes for many extended family. He volunteered in the building of the current Catholic Church in Wilkie. In 1981 he built their retirement home. Joe was very involved in the community serving on various committees over the years. He sat on the Moose Park school board and was President of Wilkie East Rural Telephone Company and instrumental in getting overhead telephone lines underground. He was on the Saskatchewan Wheat Pool Board from 1952-1980, chair when the new elevator was build. He served on the Wilkie Co-op Board for 27 years earning his gold watch. In later years, he served as president with the New Horizons. On February 14, 1950, Joe and Paula (Sieben) were married. For the next 66 years they were side by side, be it working on the farm, raising their family, praying together or leaning on each other in later years. Joe was a very devoted husband and father. In 2007 Joe and Paula moved to Bethany Enriched Housing and in 2015 together they moved into Poplar Courts Nursing Home. He loved to brighten a day or lighten the mood with a joke. It was not uncommon for staff at Bethany or Poplar Courts to say “Do you have a joke for me today Joe?” Family was very important to Joe and he looked forward to milestone birthdays and anniversaries as a time to bring everyone together. May 5, 2019 the family gathered to celebrate his 99th Birthday. His family feels blessed to have had him as their Dad and Papa. Joe is survived by his children, Cordellia (Lenard) Crittenden, Willie (Cal) Glasman, Josie (Wayne) Kunkel, Paulette (Bill) Bradford and Patrick (Roseanne) Sander; grandchildren, Lezlie (Brent) Illingworth, Lisa Knowles (Sean McLean), Rick (Tracy) Knowles, Melissa (Michael) Welford, Jon Loehr, Andrew Loehr, Joe (Jan) Sander, Brad (Melissa) Sander and Chris (Kristin) Sander; great grandchildren Mikaela & Aliyah Ford; Alex & John Thomas Illingworth; Coralee & Colton Knowles; Madison, Mackenzie & Maddox Welford; Olivia & Grayson Sander and Addison Sander; sisters, Agnes Wandler and Julia Wandler; sisters in law Theresa Sander and Amelia Sander, Judy McMaster and Mary Salewski. Joe was predeceased by his wife Paula; parents, Wilhelm & Julia Sander; sisters, Elizabeth Barth, Mary Heilman, and Veronica Wandler; brothers, Bill, John, Leo and Jerry; numerous brothers in law and sisters in law. The funeral mass was held July 9, 2019 at St. James Roman Catholic Church in Wilkie officiated by Father George Chatholil and music by the Sander Family Choir. Memorial donations in Joe’s memory may be directed to Wilkie Health Center Activity Fund, Box 459, Wilkie Sk S0K 4W0 Gerein Funeral Services entrusted with arrangements. __________________________________________________
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JOHNSON: With a feeling of loss, we announce the passing of our mother, Islae Carol Johnson, predeceased by her husband Edwin Johnson and her partner in later years Don Nelson. She was a wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother who set a high standard for taking life in hand and living it to the fullest. She was an amazing cook and seamstress, poet, artist and writer. For a period of time, while juggling farm responsibilities, 4 very active children and a propensity to be involved in community affairs, she also wrote a regular Howdy Neighbour column for the North Battleford News Optimist which shared both personal and neighbourly stories of farm life in rural Saskatchewn in the 70’s and early 80’s. After moving to North Battleford, she got into the real estate business and also authored 3 books, Keep the Downside Up, Mush On, and Silly Tilly a children’s book she wrote for her youngest granddaughter to help keep up her spirits when she was deathly ill in the hospital. These books are gifts to the family and community that both present and future generations will get great benefit from for the humour, insights and history contained between the covers of each book. The Johnson Farm was often the stopping spot for neighbours and friends where a cup of coffee and a piece of cake or home made bread and the opportunity for a game of whist or Kaiser was always guaranteed. More often than not evenings would end with mom on the piano and dad’s voice ringing out in song — Sail Along Silvery Moon a favourite. Her love of curling inspired her to get other women involved in this sport and so she initiated a Women’s Valentine Bonspiel in Mayfair, Saskatchewan which resulted in many farm women who had never held a curling broom in their hand before, out on the ice hollering “Sweep, Sweep!” and “what’s an out-turn?” amid gales of laughter. The men stayed inside minding the kitchen and hollering just as loud from the other side of the glass “SWEEP! SWEEP!” a great reversal from what was normal at that time. Later in life, she also took up golfing and her competitive spirit meant she was soon right up to par with the men folk! And speaking of competitive, it was not very often that mom lost a card game - lady luck seemed always to be on her side. She was a fan of Kismet, a dice game to which she developed her own set of rules - needless to say - rules that could change depending on the roll of the dice! Isla Johnson, Mom, Grannie and GG - you have enriched not just our lives but the lives of many others. From Lynn, Sandra, Kurt and Tim and their spouses, children and grandchildren all we can say is we are grateful and we know you can now forever rest in peace with our Lord God. __________________________________________________
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OBITUARIES BERRY: Kay Berry passed away with family by her side Thursday, June 27, 2019 at Royal University Hospital. A Memorial Service was held Thursday, July 4, 2019 at 6:00 p.m. from St. Rose de Lima Church in Cochin, SK with Father Greg Elder as celebrant. A private family interment was held at City Cemetery in North Battleford, SK. Kay is lovingly remembered by her husband of 57 and a half years, Ray; children, Sheri-lyn and her daughters, Macey and Shanti; Stewart and his daughter, LoriAnn; sister, Irene and her children, Michelle and Christa; sister-in-law, Elsie and her family; and brother-in-law, Mel and his family. She was predeceased by her parents, Mike and Mary Draganuk; brother, Bill; infant sister, Sylvia; sisters-in-law, Marj and Sharon; and brother-in-law, Russ. Memorial donations in memory of Kay Berry may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2R3 or the Heart and Stroke Foundation 1738 Quebec Avenue, Unit 26 Saskatoon SK S7K 1V9. For those wishing to leave a condolence, you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.
BLAIS: In Loving Memory of Berthe Therése Juliette Blais, born August 3, 1943 at Edam, Saskatchewan, passed away July 5, 2019 in Battleford, Saskatchewan. Berthe is lovingly remembered by her children, Marc (Colleen) Blais – Mia and Carson of Battleford, SK, Suzanne (Cary) Dereniwsky of Delmas, SK, Richard (Jana) Blais of North Battleford, SK, Joanne (Greg) Choma – Jonathan and Claire of Calgary, AB; brother, Richard (Noreen) Pelchat of Edam, SK; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and their families. She was predeceased by her parents, Florent and Marguerite Pelchat; husband, Charlie Blais and sister in infancy, Suzanne Pelchat. Mass Of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. from St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, Battleford, Saskatchewan with Celebrant, Fr. Sebastian Kunnath assisted by Fr. Gerald Michaud and Deacon Ghislain Bellavance. Cross Bearer was Jonathan Choma. Eulogy was given by Joanne Choma, Richard Blais & Suzanne Dereniwsky. Liturgy Of The Word: 1st Reading-Lorraine Douville; 2nd Reading-Denise Hughes; Gospel-Fr. Sebastian Kunnath. Prayers Of The Faithful-Peter Johnston. Liturgy Of The Eucharist: Offertory Gift Bearers-Aaron Pelchat & Melanie Pelchat. Honorary Pallbearers were Mia & Carson Blais & Jonathan & Claire Choma. Urn Bearers were Suzanne Dereniwsky & Joanne Choma. Private Family Interment took place at Ste. Jean Baptiste de la Salle Cemetery, Delmas, Saskatchewan. Memorials are requested to Battlefords Humane Society, Box 645, North Battleford, Saskatchewan S9A 2Y7. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).
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OBITUARIES CRAMATTE: René Henry Cramatte, passed away peacefully to his heavenly home in the early hours of July 4, 2019 with family by his side at Battleford’s Union Hospital North Battleford, SK at the age of 82. Survived by his loving wife, Marion; children, Maureen Mizera (Kelly) - Aimeé & Jarret Loehndorf - Raevyn, Cooper, Felix, Kimberly & Peter Wright - Cecelia & Scarlett; Albert (Bert) Cramatte (Heather) Robin, Jordan Wakelin; Marilyn Ochs (Clayton) Damon, Mason Ochs; Karen Kitching (Kent) - Kiefer, Tucker & Karissa Kitching; siblings, Juliette (Judy) Edmunson, Jeanne Bergstrom, Louis Cramatte & Josie Chmelnyk, step brother Dan and Carol Godfrey step brother-in-law Omer Iverson and inlaws, Alice (Peter) Gradauer & Bruce (Jean) McNabb. Predeceased by parents, Joseph & Gabrielle; step mother Hilda; niece, Jennifer Bergstrom; nephew, Brett Bergstrom; great nephew Shane Bergstrom; sister-in-law, Evelyn Cramatte; stepsister June Iverson mother & father-in-law, Ruby & Albert McNabb; and brothers-in-law, Gerry Bergstrom & Clifford McNabb. Born April 26, 1937 in North Battleford. His first home was Denholm and then the family moved to a small farm outside of North Battleford. René went to school first at Glenrose school then went to Notre Dame then on to C.O.C.J. (the convent) for his Grade 10 and eventually earned his GED. His first job was as a butcher’s helper, then at Co-op Creamery. In 1958 he started working at the Saskatchewan Hospital on the wards as summer relief, then was hired to work in the cafeteria. From there he was hired to work in the Power House where he eventually became a 2nd class Power Engineer. Here he made many life-long friends. Also in 1958 he met the love of his life Marion; they married on an unusually warm day November 19, 1960. His children think the warm weather was God’s way of blessing their union. In the next few years René and Marion grew their family with the addition of 4 children. At the young age of 49 he was given the option to retire or continue working. He chose the retirement package. For the next 5 years or so he worked mechanics with his brother in law Bruce at his garage. Then the Power Plant asked him to come back to work part-time as they needed a 2nd Class Engineer at site. René could do it all it seemed. He would magically fix anything broken, did carpentry and worked on his own vehicles and others. The one thing you could count on is that if you needed help he would jump right in to help you. René was a devout Catholic parishioner throughout his life at Notre Dame church. At one time he was an altar boy and could respond in Latin. Listening or attending country music events was a passion for René and Marion. His favorites were Johnny Cash and Merle Haggard. For many years they went to the Craven music festival. Camping was also a passion for them over the years. Their favorite places were Meeting Lake and Emma Lake. René followed the Sask. Roughriders quite closely, even got the chance to meet with some of them a few years ago. Family and friends were very important to him. Special to his heart were his grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He liked to greet his great grandchildren with a box of mini Smarties. René always had a smile for you, he would always support you with a hug or a handshake which was often accompanied by a wink in his eye. We loved his sense of humor, he was quick with a smile, comment or laughter. René will always be with us in our hearts and our prayers. Vigil Of Prayer was held on Sunday, July 7, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. from Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK with Deacon Ghislain Bellavance Presiding. Music was provided by Charles Day. Mass Of Christian Burial was held on Monday, July 8, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. from Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, North Battleford, SK with Celebrant, Fr. Sebastian Kunnath assisted by Deacon Glislain Bellacance. Cross Bearer was Albert Cramatte. Candle Bearers were Marilyn Ochs & Karen Kitching. Eulogy was given by Maureen Mizera, Aimeé Loehndorf & Kimberly Wright. Readers were Alice Gradauer, Jean McNabb, Raevyn Loehndorf, Aimeé Loehndorf & Karen Kitching. Offertory Gifts – Louis Cramatte & Josie Chmelnyk. Music Ministry: Organist – Glenn Goodman; Director & Soloist, Cheryl Kitzan, Soloist – Robert MacKay – Amazing Grace & In The Garden. Active Pallbearers were Kiefer Kitching, Tucker Kitching, Robin Wakelin, Jordan Wakelin, Damon Ochs and Mason Ochs. Memorials are requested to Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, 1201 – 105th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 1S8, BUH Foundation – Palliative Care Unit, PO Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 or to Sandwith Hall Board, c/o Jessie, RR#1 Glenbush, SK S0M 0Z0. Interment was at Hyde Park Cemetery, Sandwith, SK. Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).
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KOHL: Mr. Grant Kohl of Glenbush, Saskatchewan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 with his family by his side. Grant is lovingly remembered by his wife, Rosanne; children, Lacey (Cory) - Sanade and Jaslene, Garett (Janaya) - Mia, Kassey Nixon and Mataya, Colton (Danni), Keysha (Dylan), Paynton, Ty, Madison and Sidnee; mother, Elfrieda Kohl; and mother-in-law, Vera Bollinger. He was predeceased by his father, Glen Kohl and father-in-law, Gordon Bollinger. There will be a private family celebration of Grant’s life. Memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society of Saskatchewan 1910 McIntyre Street Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2R3. Condolences for the family may be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Nicole Welford of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.
CAMERON: It is with great sadness that the family of Nita Cameron announces her sudden and unexpected passing on Friday, June 14, 2019 in the ICU at the Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon at the age of 67. Left to cherish Nita’s memory is her sister Doreen (Bob) Gordon, her brother Roger (Diane) Cameron, nephews Kevin (Nancy) and Kelly Gordon, Cheyne Cameron (Lila Brown) and numerous cousins and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Kathleen Cameron and by her only niece, Tara Cameron. A Memorial Service to remember Nita will be held on Thursday, August 8, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from Saskatoon Funeral Home, 338 - 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK with Sue Panattoni, Celebrant. If so desired and in lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Meewasin Valley Authority 402 – 3rd Ave South, Saskatoon, SK S7K 3G5, www.meewasin.com where Nita loved to walk along the Meewasin Trail and enjoy the outdoors. Donations may also be made to the ICU Education Fund at the Royal University Hospital, 103 Hospital Drive, Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).
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KIVIMAA: Mr. James “Jim” Kivimaa of Battleford, SK and formerly of the Livelong district, SK passed away on Wednesday, July 10, 2019 at the Battleford’s Union Hospital. A Celebration of Life service was held on Monday, July 15, 2019 at 2 p.m. at the Turtle Lake Mission, Livelong district, SK with Reverend Wayne Olson officiating. Interment followed in the Livelong Cemetery, Livelong, SK. Jim is lovingly remembered by his wife of 52 years, Irene; his daughters, Leanne Kivimaa, Krista Kivimaa and Melanie (Ronnie) Burke; grandchildren, Neil Groom, Morgan Kivimaa and Sandy Rose Kivimaa; along with numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents, Felix & Ida Kivimaa; brothers, Harold, Charles and Vilko; sisters, Helvi Carlson and Minerva Bergen; and in-laws, Albert & Eva Chartrand. Memorial donations in memory of Jim Kivimaa may be directed to the Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street Regina, Saskatchewan S4P 2R3 or to the Diabetes Association 919B Albert St, Regina, SK S4R 2P6. For those wishing to leave a condolence, you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF DISCRETIONARY USE DEVELOPMENT APPLICATION Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 2.4 of the RM of Meota No. 468 Zoning Bylaw the municipality has received an application for a discretionary use development permit application. The application includes the placement of a modular home on Lot 11, Block 2, Plan 75B05843 – in Bayview Heights. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in the Lakeshore Residential 1 District – Section 9.2.1 (b) of Bylaw 02/2011 known as the Zoning Bylaw. Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on August 7th, 2019 at 3:30pm in the RM of Meota office. If you wish to comment on these proposals, please do so in writing prior to Friday, August 2nd, 2019 to the RM of Meota No. 468, Box 80, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0. For additional information please contact (306) 397-1000 or at yvonne@northboundplanning.ca. Yvonne Prusak, BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP Municipal Planner/Development Officer July 19, 2019
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PUBLIC NOTICE Public notice is hereby given that the Council of the Town of Battleford intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007 to amend Bylaw No. 7/2016, known as the Zoning Bylaw.
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CABINS / COTTAGES & COUNTRY HOMES
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1&2 Bedroom Suites
LUCKY BIRTHDAYS
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Cottage for Sale: Meeting Lake (Crescent Beach) Deeded lot, 3 Bedrooms. Call 1-403-608-1674.
Buy a ticket, pick a date, one winner! Tickets $20.00 and win a birthday party on us valued at $600.00. ONLY 365 TICKETS SOLD. Draw made Dec. 31, 2019.
DUPLEXES FOR RENT
Call the Animal Shelter 306.446.2700 for more information and tickets.
LAND FOR SALE
LAKEFRONT PROPERTY FOR SALE BY TENDER Village of Metinota For details call: Gary 306-441-1542, Kathy 306-480-2312 or Ken 306-445-5778
INTENT The proposed bylaw amendment will:
HOUSES FOR RENT
DUPLEX FOR RENT
2 bedroom duplex for rent. Fridge, stove, washer and dryer. $900-$1100/mo. References required. 306.937.7252 or 306.441.6728.
• Fridge, stove, washer, dryer • Some are air conditioned Rental rate: $650 to $1,200 per month Complete application: 1441 - 100th Street Or Phone 306-445-8571 or 306-441-0950 Three bedroom, very clean, large family room, quiet area, attached garage. Must qualify. Phone 306446-0441. No Calls after 7:00 pm. Available September 1st
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• Add Secondary Suites as a discretionary use in the R4 – Large Lot Acreage Residential District and R4A – Acreage Residential District, along with appropriate development standards. REASON The reason for the amendment is: • Provide for flexibility in the bylaw to allow secondary suites in more residential areas of the Town. PUBLIC INSPECTION Any person may inspect the bylaw at the Town Office, located at 92- 23rd Street, in the Town of Battleford, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM on Monday to Friday excluding statutory holidays. Copies of the proposed bylaw are available at the Town Office at a cost of $5.00.
AUCTIONS
PUBLIC HEARING Council will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 19, 2019 at 7:00 pm at the Town Office to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received at the hearing or delivered to the undersigned at the Town Office before the hearing. Issued at the Town of Battleford this 25th day of July, 2019. John Enns-Wind, Chief Administrative Officer
TENDERS
TENDER
The following land located in the R.M. of Mervin No. 499, will be offered for sale by tender, under the direction of Turtleford Credit Union Limited at Box 370, Turtleford, SK, S0M 2Y0: Blk/Par A, Plan No. 101568900, Extension 0, Pt-NW-19-51-19-W3 (7.8 acres) (the “Land”) Conditions • Buyers are responsible for inspection of the Land and any buildings situated on the Land as the Land will be sold “as is” • Possession date to be determined once tender has been accepted • Purchase and sale agreement to be executed by parties upon acceptance of tender • Property taxes will be adjusted as of the Possession Date • A minimum deposit of 10%, as a certified cheque payable to Turtleford Credit Union Limited, must accompany each tender. The balance of the purchase price shall be paid to Brooks Mack Legal Professional Corporation, 114 Bismark Ave., Box 250, Langenburg, SK, S0A 2A0, on or before the Possession Date • All tenders must show the Land subject to the tender and the tender price • Highest tender not necessarily accepted • No tender necessarily accepted • GST may be applicable
PREHARVEST CONSIGNMENT SALE
Saturday August 3rd - 10:00 am
FALL SALE
Saturday October 19 - 10:00 am Taking consignments for both sales
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Government of Saskatchewan Request for Proposals Sale of the Former Saskatchewan Hospital — Land and Buildings R.M. of North Battleford, Saskatchewan Sealed Proposals for the purchase of buildings and land formerly known as the Saskatchewan Hospital located in the R.M. of North Battleford, Saskatchewan, will be received by the Ministry of Central Services, Accommodation Services, 838 – 122 3rd Avenue North, SASKATOON, SK S7K 2H6, until 2:00 p.m., CST, August 21, 2019 Proposals must be submitted on forms provided by the Ministry of Central Services. Instructions to Bidders and Proposal Forms can be obtained on www.sasktenders.ca.
BIDS SHALL BE SUBMITTED to Turtleford Credit Union Limited at Box 370, Turtleford, SK, S0M 2Y0 by registered mail or personal delivery at the address below by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6, 2019: Turtleford Credit Union Limited Box 370 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0
PROPERTY FOR SALE
Hwy 14 Service Road Unity, SK
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HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! GREEN CANOLA SPRING THRESHED DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! BARLEY, OATS, WHT LIGHT OR TOUGH SPRING THRESHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252 STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES STEEL BUILDING CLEARANCE ... “SUMMER OVERSTOCK SALE BLAZING HOT DEALS!” 20X21 $5,828. 25X25 $6,380. 28X29 $7,732. 32X33 $9,994. 35X33 $12,120. One End Wall Included. Pioneer Steel 1-855-212-7036 www.pioneersteel.ca
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
HEAVY DUTY MECHANICS. ROCK requires a Heavy Duty Mechanic for work at a mine project in Ontario, Canada. The successful candidate must be experienced with hydraulic systems and CAT engines. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in Atlas Copco drills. Must have the ability to work independently and diagnose problems. Industry best wages, benefits, travel and camp accommodations. Please send resumes to resume@rcmi.ca.
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St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford, Saskatchewan Has an immediate opening for a part-time Organist/Pianist. We are looking for a person with a love and understanding of music ministry in a congregational setting. For more information please contact: Email: stpaulnb@sasktel.net DRILLERS. ROCK requires experienced Down Hole Drillers for work at a mine project in Ontario, Canada. Industry best wages, benefits, travel and camp accommodations. Please send resumes to resume@rcmi.ca.
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Fridays
Territorial Drive Farmers Market starting at 4:00 p.m.The Territorial Drive Farmers Market is a place where the city meets the country. A relaxed outdoor market where friends and families gather to shop, eat, and enjoy local entertainment. Our Friday night market is the perfect place to pick up some fresh fruit, veggies and baking on your way to the lake, enjoy supper from a food truck, browse the shops of local vendors, and you may even get a chance to take in some live local talent from a variety of buskers and street performers.
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Tales and More at the North Battleford at 10:45 a.m. Enjoy thematic storytimes inspired by STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art, Math) activities. Ages 4-8.
Saturday July 27
Fairy Garden Workshop at the North Battleford Library at 1:00 p.m. Come learn the art of creating your very own fairy garden! Please register beforehand by calling the library at 306-445-3206. Ages 13+.
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Alcoholics Anonymous
Please call our 24 hour at 1-877-341-3322 for support or information.
Al-anon Family Groups
If someone’s drinking troubles, attending Al-Anon Family Group provides understanding and support. Meetings Monday at 7:00 p.m. and Friday at 10:00 a.m. at the Zion Lutheran Church, corner of 15th Ave. & 108th Street. Contacts 306-937-7765, 306-937-7289 or 306-441-9324.
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Lawn Bowling For All Ages. Bowling Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:00 p.m. For more information please call 306-445-8433.
Thursdays
BOOKKEEPER Maintain records on receivables, payables, payroll and Sales. Correspond with customers, wholesalers, bill and collect instore accounts. Prepare provincial and federal tax forms. Operate office equipment and computer programs. Secondary education in office administration and/or business accounting an asset. Must have working knowledge of excel. Apply in person with resumé.
Battleford Home Hardware 218 - 22nd Street, Battleford No phone calls please
Saturday July 27
Silver Screen Saturday at the North Battleford Library at 2:00 p.m. Come to the library on Saturday afternoons for a movie! We’ll be showing classic and retro movies throughout July. Today we’ll be showing Funny Face, a story about a fashion photographer and a bookstore employee who fall for each other. Ages 8+.
Peer to Peer Support Group for Mental Health meets Thursday mornings @ 9:30 am at 1602 103rd Street in North.We welcome you to join us as we work towards recovery, and support one another.You will be warmly welcomed by all.
Crane Creek Interdenominational Service Potluck Picnic at 2:00 p.m. Guest speaker to be confirmed. Music: Jeanette Beckman & John Archer. Please bring lawn chairs. Everyone welcome. For more information phone Diane 306-937-2505 or Anne 306-445-1601.
Monday July 29
Monopoly Monday North Battleford Library 2:00 p.m. Join us for a fun afternoon of board games every Monday for July! Not just Monopoly, but all sorts of board games for all ages! Hope to see you there!
Monday July 29
Adult Book Club North Battleford Library 7:00 p.m. Join us for a discussion of Calling Me Home by Julie Kibler. Refreshments provided. Copies of the book available at the library.
Tuesday July 30
Scenery Stretches North Battleford Library 3:00 p.m. Come to the library on Tuesday afternoons to help tend to the children’s garden and do some yoga! Ages 5-10.
Wednesday July 31
Time for Tots North Battleford Library 10:45 a.m. For ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger plays.
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ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR R.M. of Meota No. 468 The R.M. of Meota No. 468 invites applications from qualified persons for the position of Assistant Administrator. The R.M. of Meota No. 468 is a progressive municipality located in northwest Saskatchewan and includes a large agricultural base, 12 Organized Hamlets on Jackfish and Murray Lakes and relatively recent commercial developments focused in the energy sector. The municipal office is located in the Village of Meota situated on Jackfish Lake, 37 kms northwest of North Battleford. The preferred candidate will have experience in municipal administration, bylaw development and land use planning and will possess management, interpersonal, communication and organization skills. Our candidate will work closely with the Administrative team to develop bylaws, policies and apply best practices in the general management and operation of the municipality and will work closely with ratepayers, staff and stakeholders in a respectful and mutually beneficial relationship. The preferred candidate will possess a minimum Class “C” certificate. Experience with Munisoft software is an asset and is preferred. The RM of Meota may consider applicants who do not currently possess a Class C certificate but who are currently enrolled in or eligible to enroll in the Local Government Administration Program through the University of Regina. The R.M. of Meota No. 468 offers a comprehensive benefits package. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience. Interested candidates are invited to submit a covering letter, copy of certificate(s) and a resumé.These must include education, experience, certification held, expected salary and current references. Application for this position will be received until the position is filled. Please forward your application package to: Assistant Administrator Position c/o Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) R.M. of Meota Box 80 Meota, SK. S0M 1X0 EMAIL: cao@rmmeota468.ca We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Sundays
North Battleford Girl Guides at Holy Family School, 9201 - 19th Ave., North Battleford at 1:00 p.m. We meet once or twice a month from September to May, 2019.
1st Sunday of the Month
Jam Session from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Pioneer Hall, South Railway from October to May 2019. For more information call 306445-5036.
4th Sunday of the Month
Musical Jam Session at the Medstead Hall at 2:00 p.m. Musicians, singers, entertainers, & listeners. All ages are welcome. Bring along your instruments, and dancing shoes and have a great time! Please bring lunch, 50/50 tickets. Free admission. Sponsored by: Medstead Leisure Life Club.
4th Sunday of the Month
Turtleford Baptist Church Gospel Music Night. Last Sunday of every month at 6:00 p.m. Come and participate...Sing, Play, Humm. Everyone welcome.
Mondays
The Rotary Club of the Battlefords meets at The Blend at 12:00 noon. New members/guest welcome. For more information call 306-937-7128 or 306-441-6636.
2nd Monday of the Month
Wednesdays
Bingo at the Livelong Hall at 7:30 p.m. For more information phone 306-845-4040.
Wednesdays
T.A.G. - What is TAG Toddler Activity Group? It’s a free drop in group where parents will learn fun ways to interact with their child through play, games, songs, finger plays and story time for ages 14 months - 3 years from 1:15 - 2:45 p.m. at the Don Ross Gym, 891 - 99th Street, North Battleford. For more information contact Sherry at 306-480-9426, text or call.
Wednesdays
Drawing Sessions at ARC Creative Studios, 1106 - 101st Street, North Battleford from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Bring your own art supplies and we’ll provide the subjects, coffee and encouragement for all. Facilitators Rosemarie Stadnyk and Chris Hodge.
2nd Wednesday of the Month
Battlefords Wildlife Federation, Meeting at the Wildlife Federation Building at 7:00 p.m. New members welcome. No meetings during July and August.
2nd Wednesday of the Month
BUH Retirees meet at the North end A&W at 11:30 am 2nd Monday of the month unless a holiday then moves to 3rd Monday.
The Alzheimers Support Group is held at the CalebVillage every month except July and August. Phone 306-937-7232 for information.
Parkinsons Support Group at the Historic Lions Club House, 162 - 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. For more info phone 306937-2987.
Cancer Survivor Support Group at the Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street at 7:00 p.m. It is a self help group for people with Cancer and their family and friends. For further information call Pat Gotto at 306-445-5891. All are welcome.
2nd Monday of the Month
2nd Monday of the Month
Cancer Survivor Support Group - A self-help group for people with cancer, their families and friends meet at the Third Avenue United Church, 1301 - 102nd Street at 7:00 p.m. The strength of one is the strength of all. All are welcome. For further information call Myrna 306-445-2328 or Ken 306-481-4137.
Mondays & Wednesdays
3rd Wednesday of the Month
3rd Wednesday of the Month
Battlefords North West Historical Society Meeting at the Lions Club House, 22nd Street, Battleford at 1:30 p.m. Phone 306-445-3480 for more information.
Thursdays
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Peer To Peer Support Group meets Thursday mornings at The Mental Heal Association, 1602- 103 Street, North Battleford at 9:30 a.m. A very warm welcoming group.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Regular Bridge at the Pioneer Association at 7:00 p.m. Phone Margaret at 306-445-7615.
Tuesdays
Radisson TOPS SK5243 meeting at 10:00 a.m. in the Radisson Town Office.
In Motion exercises in the Borden Senior’s Room at 10:00 a.m. No charge & everyone is welcome. Lawn Bowling For All Ages. Bowling Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 7:00 p.m. For more information please call 306-445-8433. ActiveWalking, Health Program at the Meota Community Complex from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon. Stretch & tone portion at 10:00 a.m. The Knitting/Needlework Group drop-in Tuesdays from 4:00 - 8:00 pm at the Marcelin Wapiti Public Libary.
Tuesdays
Regular Bridge Lessons starting at 10:30 a.m. playing Bridge to follow. Call Margaret at 306-445-7615.
Tuesdays
Knit & Natter meet at Porta Bella Restaurant, 2491- 99th Street, North Battleford from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. No membership requirements. Bring your own project or join in a group project knitting for charity, yarn supplied.All skill levels and ages welcome. PhoneVistara at 306-317-9434 for more information.
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday at 3:00 p.m., four different churches alternate for a service and lunch at the Borden Care Home.
Tuesdays
Battlefords Art Club meets at the Don Ross Centre Art Room. Call or text 306-441-6453 for more information.
Tuesdays
TOPS - Take off Pounds Sensibly Meeting at the Living Faith Chapel, 103rd Street & 14th Avenue entrance.Weigh in from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. Meeting 6:15 - 7:00 p.m. Phone Irene Lascelle at 306-445-4625.
Tuesdays
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2nd Thursday of the Month
The Battlefords Photography Club meets at the Don Ross Room 108 Exterior entrance 4 at 7:00 pm. Meetings run from September to June. For more information please phone Heather at 306843-1807.
1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month
Midwest Food Resources - 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month order $10 or $15 fresh food boxes featuring local produce. To order call or text us at 306-446-2684. Pick up on the 2nd and 4th Thursday at 10202 - 11th Avenue between 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Follow us on Facebook.
1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month
Battlefords Cowboy Church at Battleford Legion Hall, 22nd Street Battleford at 7:00 p.m. Open to all religions. Everyone welcome.
1st Friday of the Month
The Rivers Edge Quilt Guild meets at 1:00 p.m. in the Craft Room of the Don Ross Centre from September to May. Beginners and experienced quilters are welcome. For more information please call Leslie at 306-9377471 or Bonnie at 306-480-7797.
1st & 3rd Friday of the Month
TOPS - Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Meeting from 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the Hope Mennonite Fellowship, 1291 - 109th Street. For more info phone Mary at 306-441-9232 or Joan at 306-445-9968. Everyone welcome.
Kaiser Tournament at the Action Now Senior Centre, 1501 - 101st Street at 7:30 p.m.
Tuesdays
OldTyme Dance from 7:00 to 9:30 p.m. at the Pioneer Hall, South Railway from October 2018 to April 2019. Live bands. For more information call 306-445-5036.
Battlefords Blend Harmony Chorus at the 3rd Ave. United Church at 7:15 p.m. Phone 306-892-2196.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Circle of Learning at the Battlefords Family Health Centre, 1192 - 101st Street from 1:30 - 3:00 p.m. Call Sherry at 306-937-6842.
Last Tuesday of the Month
Support group for families, friends and caregivers of persons with mental illness at Canadian Mental Health Association - Battleford Branch (CMHA), 1602 - 103rd St., North Battleford. For more info phone Jane at 306-446-7177.
2nd Friday of the Month
2nd & 4th Friday of the Month
Ukrainian Seniors Kaiser Tournament at the Battlefords Ukrainian Hall, 792 - 108th Street at 7:30 p.m. For further details phone 306-937-3190 or 306-441-3147. New members welcome.
2nd & 4th Saturday of the Month
Storytime & Craft on the 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month at the Marcelin Wapiti Public Library, 100-1st Ave., Marcelin.
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Former Unity resident becomes best selling author Reprinted from the Wilkie-Unity Press-Herald On Amazon, the prelude to The Witty Widow states, “If you’re reading this book, you either A) like a good laugh, whether it comes laughing with me or at me, or B) joined a club you wish you weren’t a member of. I’m hoping you’re reading this book for option A, but if it’s for option B, I’m sorry girl, but you’re in for a long, hard road (and not the long, hard we all need more of in our life). My name is Zoe Emily-Anne Parkinson-Fisher (yes, I’m a fan of hyphens), and I became a widow at 25 (in addition to an orphan at 22, but we’ll dive into that hell-hole at a later time). So sit back, relax, pour a glass of wine (then drink the rest from the bottle), and enjoy the show.” On opening day of its release this book was number one on Amazon in the Grief and Bereavement category and number nine on the Amazon bestsellers list – and that was just the beginning for Zoe Parkinson-Fisher. However as one Facebook poster so perfectly stated, “I have mixed feelings, I am so looking forward to reading your book ... but so sad you had to write it in the first place. You are truly an inspiration.” Zoe Parkinson-Fisher grew up in Unity and graduated from Unity Composite High School in 2010. Those who knew her remember the same bright smile as her mother with the sparkling eyes of a girl full of enthusiasm for life and what lay ahead in her life’s journey. She went on to Minot State University to obtain her degree in speech language pathology and currently lives and works in Cochrane, Alta., with her dog Layla. “It has honestly meant the world to me to know so many people are in my court and cheering me on. It’s been a really challenging few years, but I’m thankful to be doing much better now and it’s largely due to the amount of support and love I’ve received from people I had no idea cared so deeply.” Many readers know her story. No one ever expects that chapters in their life stories will include incredible losses in a short period of time. However, Zoe decided as a way to help her heal from the tragedy of becoming a widow and orphan in just a few years, writing her story could be a form of therapy in her healing journey. The Witty Widow was released on all Amazon platforms on June 19. Opening sales were brisk and brought this publication into dual best selling categories. Zoe said, “I wrote this book as a form of therapy to deal with my husband,
Quinton Fisher’s, death. Originally, I started writing it just for myself, but as I began to write more and more I realized I couldn’t keep this story to myself. I knew that I had to be vulnerable and share my story with the world to break the silence and end the stigma surrounding mental health. If sharing my story can save just one life, then I feel I’m doing my part. It really is OK to not always be OK, and I want the world to know that.” How did she come up with the title? “My dad always said, ‘if you don’t laugh you go crazy,’ and I feel I’ve been dangling on that crazy cliff for a long time. Humour has always been my goto, and I strongly believe if you can laugh on your worst day, the next day will be a better one. Humour truly got me through the last few years, and I’ve gotten through some pretty hard days by making jokes and light of horrible events. Thus, the title, ‘The Witty Widow’ just seemed to fit. I said it as a joke once to some friends, and it just stuck. I’ve very glad it did, as it just feels like the right fit.” Zoe went on, “I started writing this book when I wrote Quinn’s obituary and eulogy for his funeral a few days after he died. Little did I know at the time, this was the beginning of the book. In October, two months after Quinn’s death, I began to joke to my friends that I should write a book about all the crazy things that were happening around me, such as questionable ‘advice’ people were trying to give me to ‘cheer me up.’ When self-help books kept showing up at my door, I started joking to my friends that I should just go ahead and write my own book, because none of the books quite fitted the genre of 25-year-old orphaned widow. Eventually, I began jotting down thoughts and ideas for chapters, and suddenly I just began to write. It began to flow out of me, and it really felt good getting it out there.” “Sometimes I would start a chapter, then drop it for a while and pick it up months later, whereas other chapters I would suddenly get inspiration to write and I’d keep pumping it out until the chapter was complete. I wanted the book to be about my first year of widowhood, but also about mental health and what to do/not do, or say/not say when someone dies. I wanted it to be my story. Not Quinn’s, my mom’s, or my dad’s, but mine. How I’m surviving, despite such great losses. And, how I truly got through that first year. Unfiltered, raw and honest. With a few too many morbid jokes, bottles of wine and witty comments. “I largely wanted this
story to stay as my own, so when I had it complete and was happy with what I wrote, instead of getting one person to edit the entire book, I decided to send different chapters to different people in my life to edit individually. I wanted it to remain my voice and not take the shape of someone else’s voice. I wanted it to be raw and as imperfect as I am. I decided to selfpublish it through Amazon versus seek out a publisher so I could keep control of my story and get it out to the public faster. I never had control in the death of my parents or the death of my husband, so control has become a big thing for me. This book is my story, and I wanted it to remain my voice.” A portion of the royalties earned from this book’s release will be donated to the Canadian Mental Health Association in memory of Donald and Shirley Parkinson, Zoe’s parents; and Quinn Fisher, Zoe’s husband. About the huge response already from purchasers, Zoe exclaims, “The response and support has been nothing short of amazing. I never expected so many people to reach out and let me know that my voice matters and that I am making a difference by sharing my story. It is humbling and beyond moving to know that what I’m doing is changing other people’s lives and stories. The number of people who have reached out to me in the last few years, sharing their own struggles with mental health or their own losses to mental health, and letting me know my voice has inspired them to get help or reach out, is truly incredible. I don’t want anyone to suffer in silence, and I sure as hell don’t want anyone to experience the trauma and pain I have, so if my voice can help prevent that, I’m doing my job and Quinn and my parents didn’t die for nothing. I am their legacy, and I won’t let their deaths be for nothing.” Zoe is as of yet unsure if she will ever be in Unity for book signing or if she would consider this option. This summer she will travel to Australia and New Zealand to continue her own healing journey, stating “grief is a long process, and I still have a ways to go. I honestly find it challenging being back in Unity and find my anxiety heightens when I walk through streets once walked with my husband, mother or father; no doubt residual PTSD from so many lost happy memories in that town.” She hasn’t completely ruled out the idea of a book signing but will wait and see what the fall brings. What was her biggest inspiration in writing this book? Zoe said, “My husband, Quinn. Quinn was
The late Quinton Fisher and Zoe Parkinson-Fisher on their wedding day. Photo submitted
a man of little words, but the words he said were deep and always straight from the heart. He was kind, and he was funny; he was loving and he was so damn genuine. He lit up so many people’s lives and he didn’t even know it. Quinn changed my life when he fell in love with me, and he made me who I am today. His love is what got me through the last few years. Without that love, I wouldn’t be standing here today, as there were some pretty dark days in my life after his death. He was fierce, but he was tired. He fought long and he fought hard, but he just couldn’t fight anymore and, unfortunately, he didn’t have or know how to get the resources he needed to keep on fighting. Quinn can’t share his story, but I can share ours. And sharing it not only keeps his memory alive but hopefully will also keep others alive who are struggling with mental health just as he was.” Asked how she fit in book writing with her own self-care and full-time career, Zoe replied, “I found writing this book to be a form of self-care. There were months that would go by where I just wasn’t
strong enough to write, but I’d keep mental notes or little notes on my phone, and when I had the strength and energy back to write, it just poured out.” Now that this book is written, what’s next for Zoe? Perhaps further writing? “I’m not sure yet. I’ve been joking about writing a sequel, and I feel that it could definitely happen. I’ve been doing a lot of travelling to find myself since Quinn’s death, so maybe the sequel will be geared towards that travelling aspect of my life now as I continue to become comfortable with my new normal.” Has she been approached or would she consider motivational speaking? “I have, yes, and I definitely see myself doing so one day. When the time is right and the opportunity arises, I feel my life will be guided down that path.” Where has Zoe’s biggest support come from in this venture? Her answer is heartfelt: “Truly my family, and my friends who have become my family over the last few years. I wouldn’t be standing here today if I didn’t have such
a massive support system holding me up and catching me when I fell. I truly feel the love and am so blessed to have so many people I can call on when I don’t have the strength to do it myself.” Zoe was asked what words of wisdom she could offer for life, for those afraid to seek help and for those moving on with life after profound loss. She offered reassurance, saying, “It’s OK to not always be OK. It’s OK to fall down and spend days, weeks or months falling flat on your face and struggling to find yourself again. Don’t let anyone tell you you’re not grieving in the right way or you’re not healing fast enough. Take things at your own pace, and always remember if what you did that day got you to the next, then you’re doing the best you can and there will be better days in time. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when you need it. Someone is always out there ready to help out. You never have to battle any battle alone, despite how lonely you may feel sometimes. You are fierce, and we will get through this together. It’s OK to not be OK.”
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How much faith do you put in a fortune cookie? “Sometimes it seems like everyone has gone out for Chinese food when it comes to empty pews during the summer,” I told Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan. He was asking me about my filling in for other pastors during the summer. I have two weeks of filling-in coming up, and Ed called when I was preparing for the services. Church attendance is what we call regular attendance. The same usual number of worshippers each Sunday. In the summer, Sunday attendance may be considerably less depending on how many people are away on holidays. “Do people stay away
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get in a fortune cookie. According to Ed, the slip of paper you get in a fortune cookie is 10 words or less, and those words are promising. Who doesn’t want to hear the fortune cookie predict that success is in your future? I told Ed that he could put his faith in the message of a fortune cookie, for the messages often are what we want to hear. They can offer tidbits of wisdom, and they do have lucky numbers on each slip. The cookies are popular. Wonton Foods, the biggest manufacturer of fortune cookies, may ship as many as five million cookies daily. Wonton Foods pays a team of freelance writers to keep the messages new
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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca from church if they know their regular clergy person is gone?” Ed asked me. My answer was sometimes yes, and not necessarily every time. My old neighbour said I sounded like a politician with my answer. Ed said that if his pastor was going to be away, he should be able to take off from
church, also. I objected to his statement because Ed doesn’t go to church, so in truth, he is taking every Sunday off no matter what clergy person is there conducting the service. Ed told me that if he went to church, he wouldn’t get much out of it for his attention span is more suited for the message you
and fresh. The company has a database of 15,000 messages. (reference: The Week) I told Ed that people come to church because it offers them in the worship service the word of God read, and preached, and administered to the worshippers in the sacraments. The Bible shows how in the past, God spoke through the prophets at many times and in many ways, but in these last days, He has spoken to us by His Son. The Bible is not 10 words or less but two Testaments – the Old Testament, and the New Testament. The Bible is clear on the truth of Jesus Christ, the Saviour of the world. The
Old Testament promises the coming Saviour, and the New Testament tells of Jesus Christ, the Saviour who has come. Christians understand that, unlike other books, the Bible, or Holy Scripture, is God’s Word and truth. We gather around God’s Word at church because God the Holy Spirit gave his chosen writers the thoughts that they expressed and the words that they wrote. All Scripture is God-breathed. (2 Tim. 3:16-17) All the Scriptures testify about Jesus. Jesus said, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.”
Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice. Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family.
(RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4
TerriTorial Drive alliance church
306-446-1695
PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do
DAILY: Tues., Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted WEEKEND MASS TIMES: Saturdays - 7:30 p.m. Sundays - 10:00 a.m.
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church
ANGLICAN PARISH
306-445-5901
St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:30 a.m.
1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK
SUNDAY SERVICES Rev. Trevor Malyon
Summer Sunday Services - July 21, Aug. 11 & 25 Regular Services begin Sept. 1 Everyone Welcome
191 - 24th Street West, Battleford, SK
St. Paul’s Anglican Church - 11:00 a.m. 1302 - 99th Street, North Battleford, SK
Hope Mennonite Fellowship
Battlefords Grace Community Church
1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford
SUNDAY - 11:00 a.m. - Worship Service
Pastor: Bill Hall
Pastor Gerhard Luitjens & Abel & Sonya Zabaleta (Mission Partners)
191 - 24th Street W., Battleford, Sk. 306-937-7575
WORSHIP SERVICES - 11 a.m. Sunday
Church Phone 306-445-4181
Everyone Welcome
Battlefords Cowboy Church Services 1st & 3rd Thursday of each Month
Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m. PASTOR - Rick Martin
All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish 902 - 108th Street, North Battleford
DIVINE LITURGY Sundays at 10:00 a.m. Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m.
Contact: Fr. Ivan Derkach 306-937-3767 or 306-317-8138
Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK
306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley
SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.
Third Avenue United Church Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171
Everyone Welcome
www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca Email: thirdaveunited@sasktel.net
ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S 11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK
Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath
Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.
Living Water Ministry
Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385
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Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada NO SERVICES IN JULY
Phone: 306-445-4338
Clergy Person: Rev. Ean Kasper
10:30 a.m. Service
Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4465
Sunday Services 10:30 am Various Weekly Programs www.livingfaithchapel.ca
Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church
DELMAS - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath Box 10, Delmas, SK
Sunday Evening Service 7:00 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.
1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford
Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Fax: 306-445-8895 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca
Pastor James Kwon
Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford
Phone 306-445-9096
Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.
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‘Your Home on the Range:’ The Commercial Hotel at Maple Creek - Part 2
Special thanks to Royce E. W. Pettyjohn, Park Manager at Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park, for his assistance in the preparation of this column. The Commercial Hotel went through several owners between 1945 and the early 1970s. On July 31, 1973, Bent Sorensen bought the Commercial Hotel and embarked on major renovations. The hotel’s street appearance was updated, and the rooms on the second floor were modernized to include baths. The official opening of the newly renovated Commercial Hotel occurred on Jan. 2, 1976. The modernization of the second-floor rooms obliterated virtually all the 1906 and 1911 features from that area of the building. However, the original doors, baseboards, mouldings, trim and burlap wainscoting on the third floor of the hotel survived. Sam and Darlene Boychuck bought the Commercial Hotel in 1986. The Boychucks did an admirable job of ensuring that the heritage character of the old hotel remained intact. During the Town of Maple Creek’s Centennial of Incorporation celebrations in 2003, the significance of the Commercial Hotel to the history of the community was officially recognized on one the town’s commemorative centennial coins. The Boychucks have the distinction of being the longest owners of the hotel in its 120-year history. After 20 years, the couple sold the Commercial Hotel to Young Han Shin in 2006, who then sold it to Chung Lee. Lee had the misfortune of owning the hotel when
Railway and Main By Joan Champ
joanchamp@shaw.ca the disastrous flood of 2010 hit Maple Creek. The flood filled the lower levels of the hotel with water, causing extensive damage. The hotel closed for the first time in its long history. Lee struggled to recoup his losses and reopen the hotel, without success. In 2012, Lee sold the Commercial Hotel to a group of Filipino investors who had recently immigrated to Canada, settling in Maple Creek. The seven stakeholders formed Licadel Hotel Group Ltd. and began rehabilitating the century-plus heritage landmark. Noy Lim, a classically trained chef, told the Maple Creek News that the restoration of the hotel was a way for them to thank the community for welcoming them as newcomers. The Filipino group first cleaned the entire building, then embarked on a complete upgrade of the hotel to bring it up to modern standards while maintaining its historical integrity. The Maple Creek Main Street program and the Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation assisted the Filipino investors in their efforts to restore the Commercial Hotel. The Town of Maple Creek designated the hotel as a Municipal Heritage Property on Feb. 26, 2013. A rustic, saloon-style bar at the Commercial Hotel opened in the summer
of 2013; the hotel itself reopened in December of that year. In February 2014, the Licadel stakeholders were presented with Maple Creek’s Business of the Year award, as well as the award for excellence in heritage conservation. “Your Home on the Range” for more than 130 years, the newly renovated Commercial Hotel had 14 guest rooms including a honeymoon suite. The dining room, which seated 50, featured specialty international cuisine prepared by Chef Noy Lim. Sadly, the 1885 landmark closed again in April 2017 when the Licadel team declared bankruptcy, blaming the economy and other factors for exhausting all their resources. Several private contractors were left out of pocket as a result. “We cannot apologize enough, and we will always regret this has happened. Trust is hardearned and we have failed everyone,” Lim and his colleagues wrote in a letter to one creditor. The Commercial Hotel is now closed and listed for sale by Royal Lepage. “You may be waiting 100 years before an opportunity as exquisite at this one comes up so do not hesitate,” the listing states. Maple Creek is located 40 km north of the Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park on Highway 21.
Original 1911 lobby and furnishings, 2019. Source: Royal Lepage
The Maple Creek flood of 2010, with Commercial Hotel at upper right. Source: Facebook
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