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Following the weekend announcement, Premier Scott Moe defended the decision to move forward with lifting public health orders, despite the province not yet reaching its reopening plan’s set thresholds. Saskatchewan was meant to hit the target of 70 per cent of residents aged 12 and up having received their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, before proceeding with Phase Three of the current plan. However, the province confirmed on Sunday that it would be removing all remaining public health orders on July 11, even though only 68.2 per cent of individuals over the age of 12 had received their first dose. Moe said the decision to bump up the announcement was made in consultation with public health officials, with confidence that the province will reach the 70 per cent threshold required very soon. “We’ll achieve that at some point this week,”

said Moe Monday. “We’ve put out about a million doses that have been provided to Saskatchewan residents today, [and] we’re most certainly going to go by that [threshold] before we ever get to July 11.” Among the remaining public orders set to disappear are the mandatory masking and capacity limitations currently in place, as well as limits on retail and restaurant. “People have been looking for and striving to achieve this by going out and getting vaccinated in large numbers,” said Moe. Public health is still pushing for people to seek vaccination, said Moe, as the second dose campaign continues and officials call on residents who haven’t gone for their first dose to do so soon. An increase in booked appointment availability, drive-through clinic times and mobile units travelling across the province are just part of the province’s end-game push in its vaccination program. “Seventy per cent is not the finish line, it’s the

benchmark so that we can move forward,” said Moe. “We need to go further, and we will go further [and] seventy per cent is not when we close down the vaccination clinics and say, ‘you missed your chance.’” He also said officials have no concerns that linking a complete lift of public health orders to first dose thresholds will slow the rate of second dose delivery. “With international travel, the second dose and being fully vaccinated do come into play, most certainly, even as you start to see travel over the U.S.-Canada border,” said Moe. “So I think we’re going to see a very high uptake in second doses.” Opposition leader Ryan Meili had few complaints on the decision, as case numbers and hospitalization rates continue to trend downwards in the province. Meili also encouraged residents to continue seeking immunization despite the lift in restrictions, to help curb the potential spread of variants over the summer.

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Plan to reopen old bridges to walkers approved for summer By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Pedestrians hoping to be able to walk on the old bridges to Finlayson Island this summer have received some welcome news from Battleford town council. At their council meeting Monday, Battleford council approved the temporary reopening of the truss bridges for the 2021 summer season, as well as providing money for the repair work needed. The town’s chief ad-

ministrative officer, Ash Alam, told council they can reopen the bridges to pedestrians for three months, from July to September, provided some minor adjustments are done. The public works department indicated they needed to do some asphalt work on both ends of the bridge and put up a fence. Council has approved the $7,704.61 cost for the temporary work on the bridges. This includes $1,200 in temporary repairs, $1,500 to install a

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Judge bans publication of bail hearing results By Lisa Joy

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A judge has ordered a ban on publication of her decision on whether or not a woman charged with first-degree murder was granted bail. Stormy WapassSemaganis, 23, from Edmonton, had a bail hearing in Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench June 14. On

June 17 Judge Brenda Hildebrandt handed down her decision but issued a publication ban on her decision. Wapass-Semaganis is charged with first-degree murder for the death of Damian Moosomin. Denver Roy, 36, from Sweetgrass First Nation, Jannay Blackbird, 32, from Saulteaux First Nation, Tye Partridge, 23, from Moosomin First Nation,

Onion Lake woman gets life in prison for Sparvier’s murder By Lisa Joy

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An Onion Lake woman was sentenced to life in prison with no parole for 15 years for the murder of Braeden Alfred James Sparvier. Shari Priscilla Heathen was sentenced in Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench after defence Blaine Beaven and Crown prosecutor Charlotte Morden entered a joint submission to the court June 11. Heathen was given a lifetime weapons prohibition and ordered to provide her DNA to the National DNA Data Bank. Heathen was arrested in July 2020 and charged

Shari Heathen, of Onion Lake Cree Nation, was charged in July 2020 with Braeden Sparvier’s murder.

Twobears Bird, 22, is charged with manslaughter in the death of Braeden Sparvier.

with second-degree murder. Heathen’s co-accused, Twobears Bird, appeared in Lloydminster Provincial

Court June 14. He is charged with manslaughter in relation to Sparvier’s death and was arrested in Prince Albert in February 2021. Sparvier’s body was found in the R.M. of Frenchman Butte on Jan. 1, 2020. His death was one of three murders in as many months, which prompted Onion Lake Cree Nation to declare a state of emergency in January 2020 due to escalating drug and gang-related violence. The body of Braden Richard Bull, 32, of Little Pine First Nation, was found near a highway on Onion Lake Jan. 21, 2020. Conrad Mooswa’s body was found Oct. 23, 2019, at a residence on Onion Lake Cree Nation.

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and Melissa Semaganis, 41, from Poundmaker First Nation are also charged in relation to Moosomin’s murder. Moosomin was reported missing to police on May 11, 2020. His body was found in the 1500 block of 105 Street in North Battleford on May 16, 2020. The charges against the accused haven’t been proven in court.

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Office of Res. Tenancies rules against Battlefords Housing Authority over smoking claim

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A tenant at Valleyview Tower II has won his claim against Battlefords Housing Authority before the Office of Residential Tenancies. The claimant, Les Turner, suffers from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease. He had claimed BHA had failed to provide the tenant with a smoke-free rental unit and failed to provide quiet enjoyment at Valleyview Tower II at 1191 - 99th St. In a decision released June 16, hearing officer Steve Connelly ordered BHA to pay Turner damages in the amount of two-thirds of the rent paid over an 11-month tenancy. While Connelly did accept evidence that Turner suffered from COPD, he made no finding on those issues. The ruling came down after a hearing held June 8 at Regina, in which six witnesses presented evidence. Those included Turner and Darryl Mills for the tenant, and BHA General Manager Denis Lavertu for the

Submitted by Battlefords RCMP Battlefords RCMP responded to 544 calls for service from Wednesday, June 16, through Tuesday, June 22. These included: • Eight missing persons reported. Two remain active. - Update: Skyler Tinker, 13 and Aliyah Natomagan, 13, are still missing. They are believed to be in Saskatoon, however, their whereabouts have not yet been confirmed. - Update: Lawrence Courterville has been located and is safe. - Update: Mary-Lee Strain has been located. • 25 assault investigations. • Two reported break and enters. • Seven reported vehicle thefts. - 2007 Red Chevrolet Cobalt with Saskatchewan License 739LNX reported stolen from just north of North Battleford in the late afternoon of June 16. - Report of two persons attempting to hotwire a vehicle on the 1000 block of 109th Street in North Battleford on June 18 at 10:30 a.m. A 36-year-old woman from Lloydminster was arrested and has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and Identity fraud. A 35-year-old man from North Battleford is facing charges of carrying a concealed weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. - Red 2017 Dodge Journey with Saskatchewan License 500LNR reported stolen from a residence on Sweetgrass First Nation on the early afternoon of June 22. - Green 2001 Ford Supercab truck with Saskatchewan License 428HYT, reported stolen from Cochin on the morning of June 22. • Three Health/COVID violation investigations. • 21 Mental Health Act investigations. • Three charges relating to impaired driving Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the North Battleford RCMP at (306)446-1720 or Saskatchewan Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)

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bridges, indicating this is something residents wanted. “Awesome, people have been waiting for this for a while,” said Councillor David George, who noted he had received comments from people interested in seeing the bridges open. “The sooner we get it open, the better it is.” The vote to approve the plan to temporarily reopen the bridges passed council unanimously.

From the SHA: The Saskatchewan Health Authority is advising residents that there has been a delay in the shipment of Pfizer vaccines expected to arrive the week of June 21. As a result, some immunization clinics scheduled this week will be offering the Moderna vaccine instead, starting on Wednesday, June 23. Residents with booked appointments who are affected by this delay will be contacted to inform them of the change – appointment times and locations will remain the same. If clients opted for text or email notifications, they will receive notification through that channel. If clients did not sign up for

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representative and the private investigator. Connelly also noted that the landlord’s evidence, referring to BHA, focused on the accusations made by tenants witnesses that the landlord “does not care at all about its tenants.” The hearing officer stated he observed during the testimony of tenants witnesses that each “exhibited a very vocal and negative bias regarding the competence of the present management of the housing authority.” He found the Residential Tenancies Act and the tenancy agreement “do not specifically require the landlord to be competent or caring. These instruments simply outline the minimum standards which defined the landlord tenant relationship.” Connelly accepted the landlord’s evidence that the landlord had taken significant steps since 2013 to improve the facility. He found, however, the landlord’s “attempts to curb the presence of second-hand smoke in the tenant’s unit have been unsuccessful.”

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Canada Day celebrations will go ahead in North Battleford on July 1 with a fireworks display on King Hill. The plan is for the city to host a drive-in fireworks display, starting at 10:45 p.m., weather permitting. Cars must be

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incidents to the general manager. On each occasion he was advised to leave the matter with the general manager and take no further action.” The investigator “supported the evidence of the tenant and representative that the landlord was reluctant to look at smoking complaints unless specific details could be provided. The investigator also advised he had discussions with the fire chief regarding violations which concern the fire chief.” Witnesses for the landlord noted the investigator had been able to identify some cases of smoking in the building and in each case the landlord acted in an appropriate manner by issuing warnings and proceeding to a notice to vacate if warnings weren’t heeded. In his ruling, Connelly accepted the evidence of the tenant that his rental unit had been subject to “second-hand marijuana or tobacco smoke for the duration of the tenancy in his present unit.” He also accepted the evidence of the tenant

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landlord. According to the judgement’s summary of the evidence presented at the hearing, Turner had moved to his current unit in July 2020 because he was situated directly above the designated smoking area and could not tolerate the second-hand smoke. But the tenant found the move did not resolve his issue, as the presence of second-hand smoke continued unabated. According to the summary, Turner had advised the hearing he had complained to the landlord on several occasions, “however the landlord has declined to investigate the issue of smoking in the building unless the tenant can provide names or numbers of the offending unit(s) as well as details of the alleged smoking. The presence of the secondhand smoke has continued unabated and continues to aggravate the tenant’s medical condition.” There was also testimony from an investigator who “detected multiple violations of the no smoking policy. He reported these

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Old bridges to open for walkers Continued from Page 1 towards the town’s project to rehabilitate the North pedestrian bridge, with the province contributing $1,155,984 and the town putting in $924,996. The expectation is that the temporary repairs will proceed quickly and the bridges will be back open to pedestrians and cyclists in time for July 1. Council members were enthusiastic about re-opening the

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separated by two meters to comply with the current public health guidelines. Only individuals from the same household may occupy the same vehicle. Last year, the city cancelled Canada Day fireworks due to COVID-19 restrictions. A drive-in fireworks show was eventually held on New Year’s night.

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Food industry must tighten security in face of cyber attacks

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By Sylvain Charlebois

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Meat processing giant JBS recently paid out a US$11 million ransom following a cyber attack, according to reports. Most of its meatpacking facilities, including the one in Alberta, remained idle for a few days. Most of us link the concept of cyber attacks with information technology companies, governments and media. But experts have warned the food industry for years about the threat of becoming an active target for hackers. What was once purely academic has become a reality. Efforts to counter cyber attacks in the industry have been timid, at best. At the very least, it wasn’t an openly discussed topic amongst industry leaders. The fact that the world’s largest beef and pork processor was targeted by hackers earlier this month is certainly a cause for concern and can serve as a major wake-up call. We can easily imagine companies like Cargill, Olymel, Maple Ridge Farms, McCain, Maple Leaf, Lassonde, Sysco, Loblaw’s, Sobeys, Metro and other major players could also become a target. Managing systemic risks is not new to the food industry – far from it. Threats related to food safety, food fraud and, of course, pandemics have been considered critical issues for years. The focus has always been on the integrity and quality of ingredients and products coming in and out of facilities. The pandemic made companies focus more on worker safety and the human role in manufacturing the food we consume every day. It has always been about keeping everyone safe, starting with consumers. Cybersecurity goes to the core of a company’s operational nature since it goes beyond the food we eat. Ransoms aren’t intuitively compatible with how food companies manage risks. The food industry is a critical piece of our economy and changes in the industry make it a more likely target. Operations are adopting high-tech innovations like drones, GPS mapping, soil sensors, autonomous tractors, artificial intelligence and more. These changes are needed, but they can make the industry a primary target. As the industry becomes more data-driven, it will also become more vulnerable to cyber attacks. On the other side of the digital spectrum, many food operations still use outdated operating systems. One can only hope that most management teams in the food industry are reviewing their IT systems and figuring out how vulnerable they are to cyber attacks. For consumers, the potential consequences of these attacks aren’t trivial. Disruptions can lead to food shortages and higher prices at retail. Or worse, cybersecurity breaches could lead to procurement issues and inadvertent alterations to ingredients put into the food sold at retail. Ransom requests are just the beginning. Evil has no shame, no limits and it can harm a great number of consumers within days, perhaps even hours. The fact that

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JBS paid a ransom signalled to perpetrators that it can work. We should expect more attacks. Virtually no mandatory cybersecurity rules govern the agri-food businesses that account for close to 20 per cent of the Canadian economy. Some trade groups may have voluntary guidelines, but that’s the extent of it. The federal Canadian Food Inspection Agency has no material on cybersecurity – not a single mention on its website. Its world is often exclusively about pathogens and allergens. Its focus requires a broader view, now more than ever. More information-sharing mechanisms would be required for the industry to protect itself, and the CFIA should be playing a more active role. With the attack on JBS, the food industry has just experienced its own Tylenol moment. In 1982, someone tampered with bottles of Tylenol in Chicago-area retail stores and poisoned several people, killing at least seven. Many bottles were laced with potassium cyanide. The murders took the industry completely by surprise but led to significant changes in how bottles are sealed and secured. Hopefully, the JBS incident will also lead to increased security and protection. ‑ Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is senior director of the agri-food analytics lab and a professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University. troymedia.ca

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Tim Popp among recipients of Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers Staff

Battleford resident Tim Popp is one of 26 individuals being recognized by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan as recipients of the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers. From the province’s news release: “Tim Popp has volunteered with the Royal Ca-

nadian Legion since 1982, and currently serves as vice-president of the Battleford Branch. He also helps document military history through the Maple Leaf Legacy Project and as firearms and military advisor to the Fred Light Museum, as well as by researching incidents and acts of bravery for the Royal Canadian Humane Association.” The Sovereign’s Medal

for Volunteers honours those individuals who have “demonstrated passion, dedication and commitment to their communities through significant, sustained and unpaid voluntary contributions.” Medals have gone to those in fields including the arts, organized sports, youth and community organizations, and social issues.

All recipients were to be presented the medals on May 22, 2020, but that was postponed due to the pandemic. Lt.-Gov. Russ Mirasty will present the medals on behalf of the Office of the Secretary to the Governor General at a virtual ceremony on July 1, at 10 a.m. The event link will be posted at https://ltgov. sk.ca/.

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Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation has announced their longtime executive director, Claudette McGuire, will be retiring. She has announced her retirement effective July 31. In a statement, BUH Foundation states: “As a foundation, as well as those in our commu-

nity who have experienced the services themselves or through family and friends, we owe Claudette a tremendous amount of gratitude for what she has accomplished during her time in the role.” They note that since McGuire joined the foundation as executive director in 2009, more than $8 million has been raised

through initiatives such as the “On Air: for Healthcare” radiothon and through year-round events associated with the BUH Foundation. The BUH Foundation has announced that longtime employee Shauna McGifford has accepted a temporary secondment into the executive director role until Sept. 30.

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Kemick sentenced to 4 years for child porn and property crimes By Lisa Joy

Kemick, and Chantal Dubois, 41, were arrested in May 2020. During an investigation into businesses break-ins and thefts that started in February 2020, police gathered surveillance videos showing a man in a white Ford 150 truck at various crime scenes. Several RCMP detachments and the Saskatoon Police Service worked together to obtain information about the truck and officers identified the man as Kemick. Saskatoon Provincial RCMP GIS, along with officers from

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A Saskatoon man was handed four years in prison for child porn charges and robbing nine businesses in Central Saskatchewan. Cody Kemick, 38, was sentenced in Saskatoon Provincial Court June 17 after pleading guilty to accessing child porn and stealing from businesses and residences in Saskatoon, Unity, Lucky Lake, Dinsmore, Rosetown, Kerrobert, Aberdeen, Humboldt, Milden and Conquest.

Saskatoon, Outlook, Rosetown and Humboldt detachments, then raided Kemick’s Saskatoon home. They found $35,000 in computers, electronics, tools, hair salon products, lottery tickets, cheques and ammunition. The court heard that when police returned some of the cellphones and electronics to business owners, one person found child pornography on a computer. RCMP then analyzed the other devices and found 1,328 child pornography videos depicting girls between the ages of seven

and 10 years old. Kemick’s criminal record was entered into the court, which revealed he has a prior child luring conviction and eight property-related convictions. Kemick was given two months off his global sentence for time served while in remand. He was also ordered to pay $83,000 in restitution for the damaged and stolen items. Dubois had another appearance in Saskatoon Provincial Court June 21 and is scheduled to appear again June 24.

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Lawyer objects to downgrading Lloydminster court By Lisa Joy

“This does nothing to advance access to justice, and in fact reduces it. To suggest otherwise ignores the fact that there will inevitably be fewer sitting days in this area, resulting in greater delays in getting to trial or having a matter heard and resolved. It will undoubtedly force the hearing of some matters in North Battleford to ensure they are heard in a timely fashion, resulting in increased time and cost to people of Lloydminster and surrounding area.” The Chief Judge, in consultation with the Ministry of Justice, regularly

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Reducing Lloydminster Provincial Court to a circuit point is a step backwards, says a Lloydminster lawyer and secretary-treasurer of the Battlefords Bar Association. On June 8 it was announced the Lloydminster court will be converted to a circuit point Sept.1 and run by North Battleford Provincial Court. “This is a step backwards for the residents of Lloydminster and area,” said Ryan Armstrong in a prepared statement.

reviews and assigns circuit points to balance the court’s workload and ensure communities receive appropriate service levels. Saskatchewan currently has 61 circuit points. A spokesperson from Saskatchewan Courts said this particular change strengthens the court’s capacity in the area by centralizing judicial resources, which permits better sharing of workloads and streamlined scheduling, in turn improving the court’s ability to respond to community needs and decide cases in a timely manner. Armstrong, however,

said there was no consultation with the local Bar Association despite ample opportunity and availability. “We’re a group of over 50 lawyers from Lloydminster to North Battleford, from Meadow Lake down to Unity. As a result, the local bar cannot explain or justify whether the reasons provided for the closure are appropriate.” Armstrong said this move will decrease access to justice and have a negative impact on residents in Onion Lake, Lashburn, Marshall, Maidstone and more who already travel to Lloydminster.

“They are now forced to travel even further to North Battleford. For marginalized community members, travel to Lloydminster for court, for document filing, or simply for assistance with court process, is already a barrier to access to justice. The contemplated travel to North Battleford will be even further for some in those communities, increasing the barriers to access to justice, and likely leading to more warrants for failure to appear, incarcerations, and increased use of court time and resources.” Centralizing of court

services is also a concern. “If the centralization of court services is the way of the future, then at some point we can all expect to have to travel to Saskatoon and Regina to have the same access to justice as those residing in the largest centres.” Nine staff members in the Lloydminster Provincial Court office are affected by this decision. Two staff members will have the option to transfer to the North Battleford Provincial Court office, three positions will be ended and four term positions will end early.

Battlefords Chamber of Commerce launches new website By John Cairns

talized website at www. battlefordschamber.com. According to the Chamber, the site has been in the works for a while. Work has been ongoing the last

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Battlefords Chamber of Commerce has officially launched a new and revi-

couple of months to produce a website that is easy to navigate for visitors. Included on the site is a “Meet Our Members” section showcasing local busi-

nesses, capacity to host videos for their “Shop the Battlefords” program featuring some of the Chamber business members and information on the importance of shopping at local businesses. Also included is information on the benefits of belonging to the Chamber and of supporting the business community in the Battlefords and area. The site was built with the help of the Chamber’s intern Mitchell Mullin.

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The BUH Foundation has announced the purchase of a new dual chamber external pacemaker, which is now saving lives at Battlefords Union Hospital. According to their news release the pacemaker was purchased through surplus funds raised from the 2020 $100,000 Cash Lottery’s “Ask” line. This provided ticket buyers the opportunity to make a charitable donation to support the purchase of equipment in the Emergency Department. The pacemaker can be used to treat patients suffering from symptomatic bradycardia (slow heart rate) or tachyarrhythmia (fast heart rate), providing temporary electrical cardiac stimulation through

wires inserted into the heart chambers, which stabilizes a patient’s heartbeats. Before, a cardiologist was flown in with the equipment to assist with the procedure. Now, the procedures can be performed by BUH physicians immediately without delays. “We are very grateful for the funding to purchase the dual chamber external pacemaker for the Emergency Department for The Battlefords. This is an essential piece of equipment required for those patients suffering from heart abnormalities. Having this unit available on site for our ED physicians means those suffering from heart conditions and requiring a pacemaker will receive the most optimal care here at BUH. Thank you for your

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Choice Shots The Battlefords’ Camera Club held their spring competition on Thursday, June 10. The club typically holds two competitions per year, but this was the first one since the pandemic broke out, and the first time the competition was done virtually. The club wishes to thank adjudicator Lexie Larsen of Blinc Photographic who shared her expertise by choosing the winners in each category and providing feedback and advice. We always welcome new members! Check us out on Facebook at “Battlefords’ Camera Club.” Hopefully in-person meetings will resume in the fall. Photos and text submitted by the Battlefords’ Camera Club

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Apprenticeship industry scholarships awarded to north west students Staff Students from the Battlefords and surrounding area are among those receiving Saskatchewan Youth Apprenticeship Industry Scholarships. The scholarships are overseen by the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission. They are presented to SYA program participants, who redeem scholarships for $1,000 within two years of graduation by actively embarking on a career in the skilled trades. Among the recipients from the Battlefords and Northwest area are: Benjamin Regush, North Battleford John Paul

II Collegiate, interested in welding, receives an Industry Scholarship; Caisey Barker, NBCHS, interested in hairstyling, receives an Industry Scholarship; Tianna Bunnell, NBCHS, interested in becoming a cook, receives an Industry Scholarship; Nevin Poole, H. Hardcastle School, Edam, interested in Heavy Duty Equipment Technician / Truck and Transport Mechanic,receives the EECOL Electric {Jim Sinneave} Scholarship. Cash Boggust of Paynton, attending Maidstone High School, interested in becoming a carpenter, receives Hilda Szabo Scholarship sponsored by Merit

Contractors; Kaleb Cey of Scott, attending McLurg High School, interested in becoming a plumber, receives the CODC Build Together Scholarship; Colton Balazsi of Spiritwood, attending Spiritwood High School, interested in becoming a welder/metal fabricator (fitter), receives CLR Saskatchewan Scholarship; Scott Leer, of St. Walburg, attending St. Walburg School, interested in becoming a plumber/ s t e a m f it t e r- p ip ef it t e r, receives PCL Construction Management Inc. Scholarship; and Colin Wooff of Turtleford Community School, interested in becoming a carpenter,

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receives Westridge Construction Ltd. Scholarship. In total 100 scholarships are being awarded to students in 79 communities. “On behalf of the Government of Saskatchewan, congratulations to the 2020-21 scholarship recipients; we’re sending best wishes as you wrap up this chapter and begin your careers as skilled trades people,” Immigration and Career Training Minister Jeremy Harrison said in a statement. “Skilled trades people will play an important role in our province’s economic recovery following the COVID-19 pandemic. We’re proud you’ll be part of that.”

Food donations received from the annual Lakeland Library Region Winter Reading Food Program were recently presented to the Battlefords District Food and Resource Centre. Pictured are Heather O’Neill, food bank manager, and Colin Evans, community services manager with the Lakeland Library Region. Photo submitted

$4 million for Community Initiatives Fund By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Community Initiatives Fund is getting an emergency support grant from the provincial government of $4 million in 2021-22. The grant is to help offset what is described as a significant loss of core funding due to the closure of Casino Regina and

Casino Moose Jaw during the COVID-19 pandemic. According to a news release from the province, the fund offers grants and support to Saskatchewan communities that focus on healthy development of youth, family wellbeing and non-profit and community leadership. A number of grants have been announced for 202122 and the Battlefords has

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been included. Among the grants announced from the April 1 intake is $12,000 to the Battlefords Family Health Centre’s land-basedlearning healthy-living program. The grants from the Feb. 1 intake include ones to the Battleford Tot Lot for $5,000, the Battlefords Boys and Girls Club Summer Adventure Day Camp for $2,500, Battlefords Gymnastic

Club community programming for $5,000 and the City of North Battleford summer day camp program for $5,000. “The Community Initiatives Fund has an immediate financial impact on individuals, families and their communities across the province,” said Parks, Culture and Sport Minister Laura Ross in a news release.

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Focus on Passing Lanes Saving Lives in Saskatchewan Work is progressing on a number of new passing lane projects including two sets of passing lanes on Highway 2 north of Prince Albert, as well as Highway 3 west of the city. More than 1,350 km of provincial highways will be improved this year, the second of our 10-year Growth Plan goal to build and upgrade 10,000 km of highways. Hon. Scott Moe, Premier

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Robins’ Tale

Magdelina and Alexander have had a busy week. The robins are growing at a fantastic rate. The two nest photos above were taken 36 hours apart. It is amazing how the birds can go from having a few feathers to being almost fully fledged within a day and a half. Notice how the baby robins almost fill the nest now with their new plumage. The design in nature is truly miraculous. Their eyes are now open and their beaks and heads have tripled in size over the last week. Above right is Magdelina ready to feed her babies. She had so many earthworms in her mouth, each of the baby robins was given a few during this feeding. At right, Alexander is becoming more friendly and I’m certain he finds me to be an interesting character. When I sit on the step to observe the nest activity, he often perches on a branch about eight feet away to make sure I don’t get any closer. On one of these occasions when I was telling him to go feed his babies, he tilted his head and laid down on the branch in a peak-a-boo manner to look at me for about five seconds. It was truly amazing! I’m so glad I was able to get a photo of this unique posture, as I’m certain many people would think I was telling a tall tale. More exciting photos next week as the birds continue to grow. Text and photos by Jim McLane

Bresaylor Happenings

Early settler life focused on basics By Robert Peterson Early life in the Bresyalor area reflected that of homesteaders over the years. Eggs were collected once a day. The milk cow wore a bell and had to be found morning and evening and brought home for milking. The pigs and chickens needed feeding regularly. Cattle had free range and the grain fields were fenced. Each family usually had two fields, one for selling and one for their own use. In the spring, the fields were seeded and gardens planted. In summer, hay was put up for the winter and wild berries were picked and canned. The grain and garden produce were harvested in the fall. The grain needed to be ground into flour and in late fall or early winter

each family would load up a wagon or cart with grain and take it to the closest mill, which was in Prince Albert, a week’s travel away. Upon arrival, they would have to wait another week to have it milled and then usually take another week to return home. When Tom Taylor was 14 years old, he took a load of grain to Prince Albert. When he arrived, he found a gear had broken at the gristmill. It took two weeks to get the part and more time for the mill to be repaired. He then had to wait his turn with all the other farmers to have his wheat ground into flour. By the time the grain was ground, the weather had turned cold and it had snowed heavily. Before returning home, Tom had to change the wagon wheels over to a set of sleigh runners.

Early winter was butchering time for the winter meat supply. During the winter, trees were cut for logs and wood, and before spring, ice was cut and hauled from the river for the ice house so food could be kept cool in the summer. There were also the daily chores of feeding and watering the animals. In the spring of 1883, a large party of Taylors, Bremners and Sayers returned to Winnipeg for more supplies and equipment. They brought back a 10-horse-power threshing machine, a self-tie binder and a quantity of other supplies and equipment. The next two years for the settlers were years of building. Charles Bremner had settled by the main travel route and built a store where he sold various

items and bought or traded for furs. Chief Poundmaker was a regular visitor and became a good friend to many of the Bresaylor settlers. In winter, logs were cut upstream along the North Saskatchewan River and floated downstream to Bresaylor in the summer. Houses, barns and ice houses were built. In those years, a Catholic church was built and ministered to by Father Cochin, who at the time lived in Bresaylor. In later years he ran a mission near the present-day village of Cochin, which is named after him. A school was also built. It was used as a school by day and often used for dances and other socials in the evenings. Dances would usually last until daybreak the next morn-

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ing, so the people could return home in the daylight. By Sept. 1, 1884, a post office was built. By the winter of 188485, Louis Riel had returned to Batoche. John Jobin, the school teacher in Bresaylor at the time, always seemed to know what Riel was doing and relayed information to Bresaylor and the reserves. He seemed convinced everyone should join Riel’s cause. Most of the Bresaylor people tried

to ignore the unrest around them and just wanted to be left alone to farm and live their lives. They had also tried to leave behind the unhappy events of the first Riel Rebellion some 10 years earlier. Check out the Bresaylor Heritage Museum Facebook page for more information. The museum is open by appointment only from June 9 to Aug. 31. Please phone 306-8954813.

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The Covid-19 Pandemic has forever changed the world in how we acknowledge achievements, successes, and celebra�ons in general. As re-open Saskatchewan trends closer each day, we are reminded by the focus and perseverance each of you displayed this last year of study. These tools will be a viable tool in your future successes. 2021 may not have presented the ideal gradua�on ceremony to end your High School years; however, take �me to celebrate; you should be proud of all you have accomplished to date and what you will s�ll accomplish in the future. Thank you for taking your educa�on seriously and excelling at everything you do. Best of luck to those who will con�nue their educa�on this coming fall whether it is virtual or in person, locally or away from home, the post-secondary experience can be very rewarding. To those choosing to work this next year or looking for full-�me employment, may you choose The Ba�lefords to work, play and raise a family. The Ba�leford’s will always be your home, so don’t be a stranger. The Ba�leford’s are and will con�nue to be proud of the class of 2021! Ames Leslie, Mayor – Town of Ba�leford

NORTH BATTLEFORD HYUNDAI IS PROUD OF YOU www.northbattlefordhyundai.com 306.445.6272

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Congratulations 2021 Graduating Class of

John Paul II Collegiate Adair, Abbigail Arellano, Jemma Rose Belland, Benjamin Bendall, Raechal Brassard, Portia Chaykowski, Cody Cheyne, Skyler Chrusch, Julien Crowder, Jenna Dela Cruz, Gabrielle Dela Cruz, Roland Nino Dyck, Hailey Eckerman, Lewis Esquirol, Dominique Francis-Carlton, Haylee Fransoo, Kate Gamble, Dawson Gentes, Andrew

Gubbe, Bronlyn Gumtang, Andrei Hainault, Garrett Hartley, Brook Heintz, Jordan Hoang, Huy Holhoyi, Brandon Holm, Justin Horvath, Anna Hromis, Mariela Hrynewich, Ethan Invidiado, Joshua Iturralde, Kyle Jeske, Sarah Johnson, Jala Kambale, Adonikam Kim, Yerin Kowerchuk Lucas

Jeremy Cockrill, MLA

The Battlefords Constituency

306-445-5195 1991-100th Street North Battleford, SK

office@jeremycockrill.ca

Hein Financial Group 1421 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK

Tel. (306) 445-9455

1981 - 100th Street North Battleford Ph. 445-5050 Fax 445-8771 TOLL FREE

11301 - 6th Ave. North Battleford, SK

306-445-3350

1811-100th Street North Battleford Phone

306-445-2052

www.heinfinancial.com

1-888-25PRINT

10010 A Thatcher Avenue North Battleford

www.skytechequipment.com

306-445-5151

Ledon, Von Legaspi, Marionne Shira Lindquist, Blake Loewen, Ryder Lopez, Alyssa MacAloney, Nicholas Mahmood, Victoria Malbeuf, Treigh Mansueto, Justin Murden McBain-Butler, Troy Medina Espinal, Jireth Michelman, Jerri Miller, Kaelynn Mislang, LJ Morin, Aiyana Muzyka, Torii Nelson, Jayden Nychyk, Vladyslav Oborowsky, Alex Pelayo, Jaden Petersen, Samuel Plett, Daniel Pooyak, Tate Price, Shayne Priddle, Hunter Pruden, Slade Ramac, Danijela Ranger, Elizabeth

Regush, Benjamin Riglin, Chayse Rono, Zwyneth Sakac, Manuela Saluta, Shiela Mae Santos, Kaffyna Schommer, Nathan Senger, Leo Sieben, Mia Sivc, Mihaela Sivc, Sara Stynsky, Caybre Swanson, Celeste Swiftwolfe, Kenzie Swiftwolfe, Rylan Swindler, Wolfe Tadeo, Jiechelyn Tatton, Blake Thong, Arlene Topacio, John Turcotte, Caitlyn Van Stone, Matthew Watcheston, Tahlia Wawrykowych, Brendan Woolfit, Kendra Woytowich-Morash, Joshua Wrightson, Rhyen Wychopen, Decklin Yamamoto, Shan Zai Ashley

K AN AW EY IMIK C H I L D & FA M I LY S E RV I C E S . I N C .

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1-800-667-1320 www.valleyfordnb.ca

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306-937-2642

306-445-6226

Loralie Raiche CPA, CA, CFP Dallan Oberg CPA, CA 1321 101st Street North Battleford, SK S9A OZ9 Bus: 306-445-6291 Fax: 306-445-3882

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North Battleford Comprehensive High School

Congratulations 2021 Graduates Brooklyn Allen Madalin Barclay Caisey Barker Tyrza Barthel Ryan Bartko Jael Basaraba Braydon Bear Emma Belland Rocsyn Bird Kadance Blackstar Ross Brogden Chase Brotzel Adam Bruynooghe Tianna Bunnell Joel Burnett Tyana Butz Kixton Carley Mickayla Carlson

Caden Cheyne Tyne Cole Anika Cottini Bradley Custer Cole Driver Ashlyn Dyok Rebecca Erhardt Mathew Escorpiso John Falconer Chance Fennig Shannon Fisher Zane Florence Abigayle Fox Alistair Fransoo Landon Frohlich Clay Geates Jenna Gibson Aiden Glass

Aisley Haas Daly Haas Ashley Hagen Taryn Hannah Ashton Hanson Filip Hardi Dane Harty McKenzie Hayes-Cormier Dominique Heidel Jocelyn Heidt Riley Hnatiw Carter Howard-Wright Jenna Humenny Alexandra Illingworth Ty Jack Kaitlin Jamieson Ethan Janvier Yu Song Jin

Alexander Johansson Nathan Judd Rees Kachmarski Patrick Katcheech Kyjuan Kennedy Charles Klassen Krysta Klein Anna Klymenko Kyra Kolenosky Raymond Kopp Montana Kuntz Yoon Kwon Jenna Lafond Abigayle Lapawchuk Rayden Larocque Claudia Lee Haylea Lepp Dane Lesmeister

Teralyn Lewis Madison MacDonald Parker McIntyre Rachelle Meiklejohn Marina Mihalj Nolan Milnthorp Piper Mutch Matthew Nachtegaele Makhosonke Ndlovu Nobukhosi Ndlovu Tennelle Night Colton Oatchess Justin Odnokon-Bishoff TJ Omelchenko Logan Opwam John Pekas Angelina Pete Etta Peterson

Naomi Pewapisconias Zion Pham Matt Potratz Fared Reyes Brix Rio Justin Risom Landis Roan Deklen Robbins Callie Roberts Hailey Rose Latral Roset-Foulston Garrett Rumpf Mason Russell Adam Schaffer Donovan Schiele Caitlyn Sequeira Joshua Sequeira Cheyenne Sheppard

Marusia Shevchuk Cassidy Somers Jake Southgate Breann Starr Tyrell Starr Aiden Strain Nicholas Sturk Colton Tuck Brady Villeneuve Maya Whitbread Courtney Winfield Jenna Wolfe Kayli Wolfe Kaleb Woodworth Damon Wuttunee Morgan Wuttunee Charity Youngchief

Jeremy Cockrill, MLA

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192 - 24th Street Battleford, Sask. Phone

306-937-7474

www.battlefordfurniture.com

Hein Financial Group 1421 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK

Tel. (306) 445-9455

306-445-5195 1991-100th Street North Battleford, SK

520 Heritage Way North Battleford, SK

office@jeremycockrill.ca

1811-100th Street North Battleford Phone

306-445-2052

www.heinfinancial.com

10010 A Thatcher Avenue North Battleford

www.skytechequipment.com

306-445-5151

Battleford Remedy’s Rx 181-22nd Street Battleford

306-937-2600

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1682 100th Street 761A 106th Street 116 Main Street North Battleford, SK North Battleford, SK Maidstone, SK 306-445-7448 306-445-1677 1-866-210-9844

Serving the Battlefords & Area for over 40 years 142 - 5th Ave. Industrial Battleford

306-937-3777

Phone:

218 - 22nd Street Battleford, SK

306-937-2642

306-445-6226 Fax: 306-445-6633

Website: battlefordschamber.com Email: admin@battlefordschamber.com

Loralie Raiche CPA, CA, CFP Dallan Oberg CPA, CA 1321 101st Street North Battleford, SK S9A OZ9 Bus: 306-445-6291 Fax: 306-445-3882

Twin City

TRANSMISSION Professional Guaranteed Workmanship

9901 Thatcher Ave. Parsons Industrial Park North Battleford

306-445-3445

Discovery Co-op

www.discoverycoop.com

306-441-1790

CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

306-445-0488

1292 - 100TH STREET NORTH BATTLEFORD SK www.swansongryba.ca

MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS

841 - 106th Street North Battleford, SK

306-445-4344

Hwy 4 North North Battleford, SK

306-445-6640

FISHER’S DRUG STORE 306-937-7741

or 1-800-263-7741 9802 Thatcher Avenue North Battleford, SK www.andersonpumphouse.com

101 - 1501 - 100th St., North Battleford (306) 445-6153

Four K

Auto Service North Battleford

Congratulations on all your hard work. Good Luck in all your future endeavours!

1761 - 100 St., North Battleford

306-937-2696

2492 - 98th Street North Battleford

306-445-8867

website: www.fortresswindows.ca

1981 - 100th Street North Battleford Ph. 445-5050 Fax 445-8771 TOLL FREE

1-888-25PRINT

306-937-3330

306-937-3707

5th Avenue West, Battleford, SK

(Battlefords Industrial Park)

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Literacy kits to help students retain reading progress through summer By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Summer Literacy Kits were delivered Thursday last week to Connaught School in North Battleford.

Congratulations

2021

CLASS OF

June 17 was a big day at a number of schools in North Battleford. Regina United Way, Discovery Co-op and Innovation Credit Union delivered 200 Summer Literacy Kits to 200 students in Grades 1 and 2 in the Living Sky and Light of Christ Catholic school divisions. Fifty backpacks were delivered by volunteers to Notre Dame School, 47 to St. Marys, 50 to Connaught and 53 to McKitrick. The deliveries were enthusiastically greeted by staff and students at those venues. The students will be provided with each of the Summer Literacy Kits between June 28 and Aug. 20. The backpacks contain 10 new books, along with eight week’s worth of literacy activities, craft and school supplies and nutritional snacks.

Plains Indian Sign Language Camp to run July 13-15 Staff

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As well, each participating student will have a weekly chance to win a $50 gift card to Eduserv Learning Toys & Games, with draws every Friday during the eight weeks. “We know that the effects of the ‘summer slide’ over the summer break causes a loss of reading progress and can have cumulative, and longterm effects,” said Stacey Schwartz, Community Advancement, United Way Regina, in a statement. “We believe that readers today are leaders tomorrow, and through our various literacy initiatives, we are pleased to help equip our children with purposeful reading habits that can bring them into the school year with not only enhanced literacy skills, but also with confidence. “Thank you to our sponsors and schools divisions for making this opportunity possible in North Battleford.”

Registrations are being accepted for the upcoming Plains Indian Sign Language Camp July 13-15. It is being held virtually on ZOOM, but there is a possibility it could be held in-person in Poundmaker Cree Nation, with a decision to be made this week. The plan is to host a workshop with Dr. Lanny Real Bird from Crow Agency, Mont. According to organiz-

ers, PISL is the fastest way to learn an Indigenous language and begin using it in daily interactions. The camp director has stated they have had many requests for an online component and will probably go completely online, due to health precautions and also ongoing travel restrictions. For further information contact miyawata.films@ gmail.com. The workshop is open to everyone.

The staff and students of the NORTH BATTLEFORD COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL would like to thank the following sponsors for their generous donations to our graduation awards and scholarship program: • Access Communications • Amgits Community Involvement Association • BATC • Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre • Battleford Furniture • Battleford Home Hardware Building Centre • Battlefords Agriculture Society • Battlefords And District Community Foundation Inc. • Battlefords Local #544 Retail, Wholesale & Department Store Union • Battlefords Royal Canadian Mounted Police • Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation • Bee Plus Workplace Solutions • Campbell Family For The M.J. Campbell Memorial Scholarship • Charlie’s Charters • Connaught School • Cox Family For The Wanda Cox Memorial Scholarship • Cupe #4747 • Elliott Family For The Tom Elliott Memorial Outstanding Offensive And Defensive Football Award • Hanwell Family For The Alicia Hanwell Memorial Scholarship

• Humenny Construction • Innovation Credit Union • Russell Family For The Gentle Giant Award In Memory Of Nick Androsoff • K5 Insurance • Kanaweyimik Child & Family Services Inc. • Kim Ternier For The Gordon Tucker Memorial Scholarship, Kim Ternier Scholarship And The Trenton Tucker Scholarship • Kiwanis Club Of The Battlefords • Kiwanis Foundation • Living Sky School Division #202 Board Of Education • Matrix Law Group • Meridian Surveys • Myron Stadnyk For The Rosemarie & Maurice Stadnyk Leadership Scholarship • North Battleford Auto Dealers Association • North Battleford Comprehensive High School Commercial Cooking • North Battleford Comprehensive High School Faculty • North Battleford Comprehensive High School Student Council • North Battleford Home Hardware Building Centre • North Battleford Telephone Pioneer Club For The Craig Anderson Impact Scholarship • Northland Power

• Nutec Embroidery/Signs Of The Times • Pursuit Enterprises For The Hope Lives Bursary • Ray Family For The Love Of Farming – Allan Ray Memorial Scholarship • Re/Max Of Western Canada • River City Plumbing And Heating • Rotary Club Of The Battlefords • Royal Canadian Legion North Battleford Branch #70 • Saskatchewan Apprenticeship And Trade Certification Commission • Sheldon And Shawna Gardiner For The Gardiner Scholarship • Stoik Family For The Stoik Family Memorial Scholarship • Sound City • Southgate Family And Donors For The Trevor Southgate Commemorative Award • Sun Local #262 • Sysco Foods • Ultra Print • Vantage Chartered Accountants • Western Financial Group • Wilgers Family For The Marianne Wilgers Scholarship

The Staff And Students Would Also Like To Say A Huge Thank You To Terran, Aleah And Aleksi From Fragment Media; The Dekker Centre; And Saskatchewan Lotteries For Making Our 2021 Virtual Graduation A Huge Success.

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Congratulations to the Class of 2021! Keep your face always towards the sun and shadows will fall behind you.

KA N A W E YIMI K C H I L D & FA M I LY S E RV I C E S . I N C .

P.O. Box 1270 Battleford, Saskatchewan S0M 0E0

Aleisha Blackbird Hein Financial Group Tel. (306) 445-9455 www.heinfinancial.com

The Battlefords Constituency

Sierra Brown

1421 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK

Jeremy Cockrill, MLA

Sienna Bobb 520 Heritage Way North Battleford, SK

306-937-6770

306-445-5195 1991-100th Street North Battleford, SK

Savannah Dillon Jessica Bird

office@jeremycockrill.ca

192 - 24th Street Battleford, Sask. Phone

306-937-7474

www.battlefordfurniture.com

Sareena Mirasty Highway #4 North North Battleford, Sask.

1-800-667-1320 www.valleyfordnb.ca

1981 - 100th Street North Battleford Ph. 445-5050 Fax 445-8771 TOLL FREE

1-888-25PRINT

Angel-Sky Moosomin Karlie Moosomin

Serving the Battlefords & Area for over 40 years 142 - 5th Ave. Industrial Battleford

Tasja Night

306-937-3777

Sydney Paddy

10010 A Thatcher Avenue North Battleford

www.skytechequipment.com

306-445-5151

Aumory Partridge 218 - 22nd Street Battleford, SK

306-937-2642

Loralie Raiche CPA, CA, CFP Dallan Oberg CPA, CA 1321 101st Street North Battleford, SK S9A OZ9 Bus: 306-445-6291 Fax: 306-445-3882

1811-100th Street North Battleford Phone

306-445-2052

Discovery Co-op

www.discoverycoop.com

FISHER’S DRUG STORE or 1-800-263-7741 9802 Thatcher Avenue North Battleford, SK www.andersonpumphouse.com

306-445-7799 1-888-677-4333 rainbowtoyota.com

101 - 1501 - 100th St., North Battleford (306) 445-6153

Phone:

306-445-6226 Fax: 306-445-6633

Carey Wahobin

Website: battlefordschamber.com

Justina Wuttunee

Email: admin@battlefordschamber.com

CHARTERED PROFESSIONAL ACCOUNTANTS

306-445-0488

104-2062-100th Street, North Battleford www.bralin.com 306-445-4881

1292 - 100TH STREET NORTH BATTLEFORD SK www.swansongryba.ca

Hwy 4 North North Battleford, SK

306-445-6640

MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS

841 - 106th Street North Battleford, SK

306-445-4344

Twin City

2492 - 98th Street North Battleford

306-445-8867

website: www.fortresswindows.ca

TRANSMISSION Professional Guaranteed Workmanship

9901 Thatcher Ave. Parsons Industrial Park North Battleford

306-445-3445 T H E B AT T L E F O R D S

306-937-7741

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Hafford Central School Class of 2021 - Congratulations

Chelsea Boyko

Carson Derksen

Ty Dubyk

Ward Johnson

Sonora Moore

Tristen Nesseth

Gillian Oliver

Taylor Oosthuizen

Thomas Tambour

Redberry PHARMACY

10 Main St. Hafford, SK

306-549-2280

Amber Toews

Brexton Wiebe

Cole Reid

a natural place to visit... TOWN OF HAFFORD Box 220 Hafford Sk.

306-549-2331

Crop Input Dealer Hafford and Glaslyn

306-246-4300

Max Stevenson

Kyle Striga

509 Pioneer Avenue North Battleford, SK

www.lskysd.ca

Take pride in how far you’ve come. Have faith in how far you can go. But don’t forget to enjoy

2 Main Street Hafford

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Dawson Lesko

Lonnie Yasieniuk

the journey!

scottmoe.mla@sasktel.net P.O. Box 115 • Shellbrook, SK

Jamie Leibel

LIVING SKY SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 202

Scott Moe, Hon Premier MLA Rosthern-Shellbrook Congratulations Hafford Graduates

Courtney Yasieniuk

Colby Lavallee

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HAFFORD

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Dakota Bouvier

Shelbie Halliwell

Jesse Krywchuk

Brayden Pritchett

Jared Russett.

Haolin Tan

Kayla Willumeit

Marshal Wood

Chernesky

GROCERY 105 Lofts Street Glaslyn, Sk 306-342-2171

H. Hardcastle School

Cameron Becotte

EDAM

Nadian Holloway

VILLAGE OF EDAM

Ryan Domotor

MLA for Cut Knife-Turtleford Box 850 #6 - 116 1st Ave. West Maidstone, SK S0M 1M0 Phone: 306-893-2619 Fax: 306-893-2660 domotor.mla@sasktel.net

Main Street & Railway Avenue

306-397-2223

Edam, SK Fax: 306-397-2626 Email: edamvill@sasktel.net

Lee Bonsan

Adriana Burgess

Brett Deobald

Strong Leadership Strong Saskatchewan

Abbey Harty

Hwy. 26 • CEREAL CROPS • •OILSEEDS & PULSES • Stan Peterson, Manager

306-397-2353

Edam, SK S0M 0V0

Taelor Houston

Kyler Lascelle

Nevin Poole

Arnold’s

GARRY’S HEAVY EQUIPMENT REPAIR LTD. garrysheavyequipment.ca

306-397-2974 Edam, Sask

Sand & Gravel Ltd.

2005 Main Street Edam, SK Phone:

306-397-2361

Fax: 306-397-2546 Email: stellar1@stellarins.ca

1011 Main Street Edam SK.

306-397-0039

All your Aggregate Needs for the past 30 years Edam

306-397-5555

Matthew Walker

Bailla Farms Ltd.

Kelly Baillargeon 306.441.2161 Oneil Baillargeon 306.441.6692

info@edam.cu.sk.ca Toll Free: 1-877-311-2242 Phone: 306-397-2242 Fax: 306-397-2555 www.edamcreditunion.com “Real people providing real service”

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Maidstone Comprehensive High School Home of the Huskies

Ericka Alsager

Cash Boggust

Brenn Currie

Dillyn Dolph

Ella Dutton

Carolyn Fleming

Joseph Flicek

Barrett Foley

Jacob Huard

Brianna Jesse

Chloe Knorr

Chantz Legaarden

Jolene Mazurkewich

Trey Nelson

Schylour Pike

Max Prygunov

Tagen Ross

Mckenna Speirs

Kane Stoughton

Kahlaya Wesson

Emma White

Elliott insurancE sErvicEs ltd. Insurance Brokerage & SGI Motor License Issuer eis@elliottinsurance.ca www.elliottinsurance.ca Box 300, Maidstone, SK Phone: 306-893-2461 Fax: 306-893-4222

• Oilfield • Industrial • Automotive • Agriculture Box 330, Maidstone, SK

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

Ph: 306-893-2631 Fax: 306-893-2410

MAIDSTONE PHARMACY 306-893-2273

AG FOODS MAIDSTONE Maidstone Phone

306-893-2313

Rural Municipality of Eldon No. 471

Maidstone Medical Clinic Dr. David Spangenberg Dr. Virgil Dato Dr. Farah Jabeen Dr. Tania Islam Monique Parker, RN (NP)

Phone

306-893-2391

306-893-2689

Ryan Domotor

MLA for Cut Knife-Turtleford Box 850 #6 - 116 1st Ave. West Maidstone, SK S0M 1M0 Phone: 306-893-2619 Fax: 306-893-2660 domotor.mla@sasktel.net

Town of Maidstone

306.893.2373

T’N’T Automotive

NEW PATIENTS WELCOME HOURS:

Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Dr. Erin Ellis

www.maidstonedental.ca

119 Main Street | Maidstone

306.326.7777

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Complete Automotive Repairs

Box 280 Maidstone, SK

306-893-4775

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Class of 2021 celebrates By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The Borden graduation class for 2021 held their ceremonies June 11, starting with a parade around Borden at 1:30 p.m. riding on a hay rack pulled by Ken and Pat Crush’s team of gray quarter horses from Langham. The five grads – Levi Gough, Takomee Kiskotagan, Jiho Lee, Jade Matte and Emma Usselman – then travelled to the sports grounds for the rest of the ceremonies outside in a tent with invited family and guests

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present. Principal Brody Morris introduced the grads as they entered. The valedictorian address was given by Levi Gough and guest speaker was James Lawrence, who had taught in Borden in 2020. Mr. Morris presented the scrolls then thank you speeches were given. Levi thanked the parents and his dad

Nathan replied. Jiho gave thanks to the staff and MacKenzie Fisher replied. Jade thanked all the coaches, which was replied to by Nicole Kaufman and Emma rendered thanks to the Grade 10 and 11 class, who were instrumental in arranging everything for the afternoon festivities. The grads then held a rose ceremony where they gave roses to members of their families. A video presentation showed the five grads through the years of growing up and attending school. Following the video, a recessional was Continued on Page 20

Members of the Borden School Class of 2021 are: Tacomee Kiskotogan, Emma Usselman, Jiho Lee, Jade Matte and Levi Gough. Also in the photo is principal Brody Morris. Photo by Eye Spy Photography, Tara Burletoff

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Former residents mark 74 years By Elaine Woloshyn

tions to this lovely couple who have achieved a big milestone in their lives. Their son Darrell took over the family farm when they moved. Carol and Mel Deagnon of Maymont relocated to southern Saskatchewan to be closer to their children. She was the mayor of Maymont. Mel is an accomplished musician and

had entertained in various towns including Mayfair. The Indigenous day held at Western Development Museum this past Monday featured drumming, chanting and dancing. The traditional clothing is certainly a big attraction. The MC said these are not costumes but something much more meaningful. I thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon and ran into an old classmate from high school. Jean Arcand, originally from a First Nation at Cochin, and I had a good visit reminiscing about other classmates and teachers . Upon opening up my

cabin a week or so ago I realized I had another break in. It wasn’t as big of a mess compared to the one Thanksgiving weekend October 2019. My cabin is situated in Chamakese Resort at Chitek Lake nestled in the towering spruce trees. The police caught the 2019 perpetrators. All were children. Officially summer has arrived so let’s make the best of it as the government is relaxing some of the strict COVID-19 rules. I’ve noticed way more mosquitoes in the past few days. Fly swatter or a bug zapper, anyone?

The Indigenous day held at Western Development Museum this past Monday featured drumming, chanting and dancing. Photo by Elaine Woloshyn

for their dedication and hard work during 2021, especially having to deal with the pandemic. He thanked the board for their input. Darrel Wiebe’s FCL delegate report touched on how the strike affected FCL. He noted fuel needs are changing and discussions centre around refinery costs and productivity and the need to change to become profitable. Schmidt’s report indicated the co-op had 52 new members join in 2020, many from surrounding communities. There was a 46 per cent increase in sales with sales at the grocery store totalling close to $1 million and farm supply

sales increased 9.5 per cent. On the petroleum side, 2020 was not so good, with fewer people travelling due to COVID-19 and the drop in the price of fuel in 2020. There were 80,000 fewer litres sold at the cardlock. Schmidt thanked the Hafford Co-op for supplying bulk fuels and also for making a few deliveries to the cardlock when the strike was on. Total purchases from FCL were about 98 per cent resulting in a loyalty payment returned to Borden of $90,229 and a patronage refund of $46,397. The board along with the employees are working on a plan for growth and sustainability for the

future. FCL is developing a program called Co-op Community Spaces to help protect, beautify and improve spaces across Western Canada. Since 2015, co-op has supported 147 projects with $10.5 million in capital funding distributed. In 2021 the program is providing $1 million to 15 projects in Western Canada. Borden is partnering with the Langham multi-use trail development committee and is providing $60,000 for River Edge Trails, a network on the North Saskatchewan River banks near Langham. Total sales for 2020 were $3,254,947, cost of goods sold was $2,778,025 for a gross margin of $476,922. Expenses were $441,048 and with savings of $35,874 plus FCL allocations of $136,626, savings before income tax

were $172,570. Income tax was $16,024, with net savings of $156,546. Sales at Borden Coop for 2020 were: general store $953,228 ($650,646 in 2019); farm supply $502,702 ($457,793 in 2019); and petroleum $1,799,017 ($2,265,522 in 2019). Directors and officers for the ensuing year are: president Darrel Wiebe; vice-president Diane Tracksell; secretary Julia Orchard; manager Robbie Schmidt; and directors Glenn Sutherland, Brett Larsen, Justin Block and Luke Walker. The staff in 2020 consisted of Marlene Kulyk, Cody Greenslade, Melissa Braun, Kandis Brandrick, Danielle Beal, Kristyna Vondrasek, Jade Matte, Dorothy Fouhy and Schmidt. Savannah Sutherland, daughter of Scott and Sonia of Borden, recently

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Has anyone noticed the beautiful butterflies fluttering around this spring? They go for all different types of flowers. Earlier in May, small white ones were plentiful and resembled cabbage butterflies, but that would be too early in the season. Perhaps they were white moths, but I haven’t noticed them in past springs. A week ago there was a 74th wedding anniversary celebration in honour for Orville and Ann Pollard of Saskatoon. Congratula-

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Continued from Page 19 held and then it was off to Saskatoon to take more photos. Later on in the evening they gathered at the home of one of the grads and enjoyed a fireworks display to end the day. The Borden Co-op held their annual meeting for 2020 on the evening of June 17 in the Borden Community Centre. On hand were the board, staff and a few members. Jamie Brandrick was chairman and Julia Orchard was recording secretary. In his report, president of the board Luke Walker thanked manager Rob Schmidt and all the staff

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set a new provincial record for the 400M hurdles. Her coach Jason Reindi stated that Savannah holds the most provincial records in the history of the Saskatchewan track and field athletes, and is ranked seventh in the world in her age category. Her other coach is Lee Wolfater, who has worked with her for a few years. This fall Savannah will be attending the University of Michigan on a full athletic scholarship and majoring in biochemistry. Savannah will be attending track meets this summer and will probably land a spot on Canada’s team for the Junior Pan Am games in Columbia in late summer. Winning the dessert of the month at the Borden Library for May was Alana Gunch and the winner of the 50/50 at the farmers market June 18 was Ruben Rempel.

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Park board invites all children to July 1 bike parade By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The Meota Regional Park board is again sponsoring a Canada Day bike parade in the park this year after having to take a break last year because of COVID-19. Now that some restrictions have been lifted, up to 150 people can attend the celebration. Decorating will start at 10:30 a.m. with the parade beginning at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 1. Participants will gather in the grassy area by the camp kitchen in the regional park. Children can come with some of their own decorations and there will be a limited number of prepacked decorations available. Bikes, wagons, strollers or walking along are all welcome but no motorized vehicles please, except for the lead golf cart. All children are invited to take part in this ninth Canada Day bike parade. Unpredictable weather is so Saskatchewan. Windy, cloudy, rain and sunshine, all within 15 minutes. This is what happened at least three times on Saturday, but the Try-a-Kayak Event hosted by Meota Lakefront Paddle and Sail went ahead anyway. It’s wonderful to have a spacious clubhouse for those rainy moments and it doesn’t take long to wipe down wet kayak seats, so you can go out and try another type of craft. Just the right number of people came out, given the weather. It also means the club will give it another go this Saturday, June 26, from 1 to 4 p.m. We’re guaranteed to not have the

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same kind of weather, and it’s a great excuse to have fun on the beach with the family. The Meota Golf Course held their third annual Swingers’ Open June 18. The couples’ night golf event, which was sponsored by Shandon Reichert of Assante Wealth Management, was an alternate shot format scramble featuring the top golfers of the Meota area. Lowest score of the night went to Jade Johnson and Kyle McNamara, who shot an even-par 36. There was a tie for second place with a score of 38 by Kelly and Becky Paige and Carol Ann and Kelly Chapman. Various pin prizes of the night were handed out. Long drives were by Bobbi Tarasoff and Derek Tarasoff. Shandon Reichert, Christy Johnson, Laurie Carriere, Lloyd Johnson, Jillian Frieson, Kelly Chapman and Kevin Menssa all had their short game dialed in as they all took home long-putt pin prizes. The weather co-operated and the Meota Golf Club was pleased with a sold out scramble. There will be a follow up scramble later in the summer. The robins are hatching and flying away already. The noise around from the various birds tell the story that others are hatching, flying about and chattering

to their parents. The nest we were watching here ended as so many do, with the blue eggs on the ground and sucked out by magpies or crows. Bridge was played in the city, June 15, in the Pioneer Center, with top score going to Donna Scherman and Gerry Craig. Second were Bob and Betty Brown. June 17 top score went to Fraser Glen and Jean Lawes and second to Linda Ard and Vern Iverson. This group is accepting donations to Alzheimer’s week, which is next week. I see the maple bugs are coming out again, but so far are not a concern. They often get on the south side of this building and I hate to see them around, so get out my soap and water spray. That does them in. In Ontario they have some kind of bug they are scooping up with shovels, so I really can’t complain. Canasta was played at the Do Drop In June 18 with top score going to Nestor Fransoo and Cora Christiansen. In second were Gail Hilderman and Evelyn Dutton and third were Gwen Lacerte and Carol Huys. There were five tables in play, so a bunch of folks were happy to be able to get together again. I went for a walk to the

lake the other evening and again the hedges are reaching out across the sidewalks, so it’s that time of the year to get those clippers out. The growth is quite lush with the rains we’ve had, but take a look at Kelly Chapman’s hedge and see how they should look. His is trimmed to perfection. Good job! It is much safer to walk down the sidewalk than the middle of the street. It is that time of year when there are lots of garage sales around, so take a drive and watch for the balloons and signs. Maybe see you there.

Kathy and Dave Martin trying out a tandem kayak during the Meota Paddle and Sail Try-a-Kayak event Saturday. Photos submitted

The Hallgrimsons giving Sophie a chance to catch a fish. Tandem kayaks can be great with children.

Meota Golf Course Swingers’ Open sponsor Shandon Reichert (left) presenting the Swinger’s Cup to Kyle McNamara and Jade Johnson. Photo submitted

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Canada Day festivities will feature fireworks By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

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OBITUARIES FOULDS: Glendon George Foulds of Edam, SK left for his last hunting and fishing trip on June 1, 2021 at the age of 86 years from Riverside Memorial Hospital. Left to keep the home fires burning are his wife of 62 years, Ilene Foulds and son; Randy (Janis) Foulds and his children, Gregory (Sarah) and their children, Hayley and Benjamin; Dillon (Shannon) and his son, Seth; Megan (Sam) Perreault; Courtney (Jordan) Mee and their children, Jamieson and Emily; son, Kevin (Marina) Foulds and their children, Wendy (Brad) Macnab and their children, Maya, Kaebri, and Kyran; Michael (Tara) and their sons, Kaiden and Kael; Alyssa (Kayne) Charlton; Nathan (Kasie). He also leaves his brother Harold and sisters, Jessie Armstrong and Lillian Brown and many nieces and nephews to mourn his passing. Glen was predeceased by his parents Geordie and Emma Foulds, and two brothers and three sisters. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Vanessa Macnab of Eternal Memories Funeral Service.

LAWSON, Laura 1928-2021 The family of Laura Marie Lawson is sad to announce Laura’s passing on June 7, 2021, at the age of 93 years. Laura Marie Lawson, daughter of Laura Jane Cunningham and John Peterson, was born in Hafford, Saskatchewan March 20, 1928. The eldest of four daughters, Laura lived on the family farm with her sisters, Helen, Jeannine, and Elaine. When Laura lost her mother to cancer in 1946, she returned home from Normal School to help care for her younger sisters, but was still able to get an interim standard certificate and begin teaching in the one room schoolhouse she had attended for years. Laura married Ralph Robert Lawson in 1949 and together they had three sons: John Rayburn (1950), Kevin Robert (1951) and Bruce Ashley (1953). Tragedy struck in 1962 when Kevin died in a riding accident, but the family had an opportunity to expand two years later with the adoption of seven-year-old Betty Jane (1956). The family left the farm in 1965 and Laura continued her teaching career in North Battleford. Laura worked hard to complete her Bachelor of Education in 1976 by taking correspondence courses, summer school and evening classes. Throughout her teaching career Laura worked in Grenada, South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. She was very involved in the Saskatchewan Teachers Federation and her local chapter of the Superannuated Teachers of Saskatchewan. Teaching overseas led to a love of travel for Laura, and she traveled throughout Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia. In retirement, Laura worked with the United Church as a lay minister, enjoyed dancing, photography, handicrafts and reading. Laura is survived by her sisters, Jeannine Burrows and Elaine Janzen; children, John (Valinda) Lawson, Bruce (Wendy) Lawson and Betty (David) Kendall; grandchildren, Kevin Lawson, Nicole (Henning) Van Den Berg, Michelle (Christopher) Kilduff, Corinne (Robert) Mathews, Travis (Stephanie) Kendall, Jeffrey (Lindsay) Kendall, and Courtney (Judd) Campbell; and great grandchildren, Willow and Avery Kilduff, Parker and Olivia Mathews, Jackson, Malcolm and Lincoln Kendall, and Nina Campbell. Laura is remembered by many nieces and nephews and members of the Peterson, Cunningham, and Lawson families. A private, family service will be held for Laura at a later date. Condolences may be sent to www.hillcrestmemorial.ca

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BORSCHNECK: It is with profound sadness the family announce the passing of Mrs. Shirley Borschneck on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at the age of 82 years. Vigil of Prayer was held Friday, June 18, 2021 at 7:00 p.m. at the Garden Chapel and Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, June 19, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. at Notre Dame de Lourdes Parish both with Father Cuong Luong as celebrant. Interment followed at the North Battleford City Cemetery. Left to cherish her memory are her children: Randy (Donna) Borschneck and their children: Kjelsi (Todd), Morgan (Dennis), Leah (Aurey), Nicole (Trenton), and Ryley; Laurie (Brian) Query, Sherry Borschneck and her family Kyle, Tyler, and Sheldon; Doug (Leona) Borschneck and their family Aaron (Courtney) and Jeremy (Amanda); Sheila (Ray) Lessard and their children: Amy-Rae (Taylor) and Codie (Tylor); Tammy Borschneck and her children: Branden (Stacey) and JayCee (Logan); Jody (Michelle) and their children: Brooke, Warren, Jesse and Jase; her sister, Hazel (Wilburt) Volk and brother, Gary (Bernice) Kopp; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Shirley was predeceased by her husband, Albert; parents: Frank and Cecilia; sister, Gloria (Gerome); grandson, Jason; Albert’s parents: Joseph and Elizabeth; sister-in-law, Tillie; son-in-law, Robert. In Lieu of flowers memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Shirley Borschneck can be directed to the Ronald McDonald House Saskatchewan 1011 University Drive Saskatoon, SK S7N 0K4. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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PUBLIC NOTICE RM of Mervin No. 499 Public Notice Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Mervin No. 499 intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 94-4, known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB). INTENT: The proposed amendment would: clarify that general development standards for discretionary uses would apply to permitted uses as well where specified by a specific zoning district; within the Lakeshore 1-3 zoning districts, make park model homes and newly constructed modular homes a permitted use, changing mobile homes from a discretionary to permitted use, and harmonizing site area and frontage standards with other residential uses; clarify a prohibition on park model homes within the Recreational Vehicle zoning district. Definitions would be amended to: clarify that park model home and trailers are not considered a synonymous with single detached dwellings; delete the definition of park model trailer and replace it with park model recreational vehicle; and add a definition of for park model homes. AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the RM would be affected by the proposed changes such that the amendment would be affecting the general regulations and definitions portions of the ZB. The Lakeshore 1-3 zoning districts would primarily be affected by the changes to permitted residential uses, and the Recreation Vehicle district would be affected by the clarification of prohibition of park model homes. REASON: With the change in some uses from discretionary to permitted, clarification is needed that specific regulation applies to a use regarding of class. The RM wishes to accommodate park model homes, newly constructed modular homes, and mobile homes, within the Lakeshore 1-3 districts and regulate them accordingly. Although currently prohibited by omission, it would be clarified that park model homes are not an allowable use in the Recreational Vehicle District. Definitions would be amended as required to regulate different forms of residential uses -specifically park model homes and trailers, and differentiate between the two. PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mervin No. 499 office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost, by emailing the contact below, or on the RM’s website. A copy of the proposed amendment is available for viewing here: www.rmofmervin.ca/planning-and-development/ public-notification/, along with details for online meeting participation. PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday July 13, 2021 at 1:30 PM in the RM office located in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendments. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting. Due to limited space in Council chambers and COVID social distancing requirements, Council is intending to have an online participation component to the public hearing for those wishing to make verbal representation. Interested parties wishing to address Council are required to register for the online component and are encouraged to contact the RM office or its Planner for details. The deadline for receipt of comments, and requests for online representation must be received by the RM office or its Planner by June 9, 2021. For additional information, please contact the Municipal Planner at (306) 397-1000 or yvonne@northboundplanning.ca. Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 14th day of June 2021 S. Yvonne Prusak, BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP Municipal Planner, RM of Mervin No. 499

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NOTICE OF ABANDONMENT OF POLL Whereas; Chris Blyth nominated for the office of Councillor Division No. 5 is the only candidate, I hereby give notice that no voting for the office will take place on July 21, 2021. Dated this 17th day of June, 2021 Lee Torrance Returning Officer

RESORT VILLAGE OF AQUADEO Public Notice –Zoning Bylaw Amendment Notification

Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Resort Village of Aquadeo (RV) intends to adopt a bylaw under The Planning and Development Act, 2007, a bylaw to amend Bylaw No. 19-89 known as the Zoning Bylaw. INTENT: The proposed amendment: would introduce definitions for “bunkhouse”, “kitchen”, and “lakefront”; increase the lot coverage percentages for the R1 District from 35% to 50%; reduce the front yard setback for the R1 District from 7.5 m to 1.5; reduce the rear yard setback for non-lakefront lots from 5 m to 1.5 m; and clarify that the setbacks for bunkhouses are 7.5 m and not treated the same as customary accessory residential uses within the R1 District. AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the Residential 1 (R1) District in the Resort Village would be affected by the proposed lot coverage, and setback reduction regulations. Changes to definitions would apply broadly throughout the RV. REASON: The Resort Village deems it desirable and amending the bylaw would harmonize the minimum setbacks between attached and detached accessory buildings (i.e., garages) and increase the developable area within a site in the R1 District; rear yard setbacks for site abutting the lake would remain unchanged to minimize development of potential hazard lands. The inclusion of specific setback requirements for the bunkhouses triggers the need for defining what a bunkhouse entails, and subsequent definitions to clarify items within the bunkhouse definition. PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw and map at the RV Office between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Wednesday through Friday. Copies will be available to the public at a cost or by emailing aquadeoadmin@ gmail.com and asking for a copy. The office can also be reached at (306) 386-2942. PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing at 5 P.M. on July 16, 2021, in the Aquadeo Community Hall, to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed bylaw. Council will also consider written comments received on or before July 14, 2021, by the undersigned at the RV office by hardcopy or email before the hearing. Mail in submissions can be sent to Box 501, Cochin SK, S0M 0L0. Issued by the Resort Village of Aquadeo this June 22, 2021. S. Yvonne Prusak, BASc, MA, MCIP, RPP Development Officer / Municipal Planner Resort Village of Aquadeo

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1A TRUCK DRIVERS REQUIRED: Late model winch trucks and trailers; dump trucks and pups. Hauling heavy equipment, gravel, and camp shacks. Wage negotiable. Clean drivers abstract a must. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS REQUIRED: motor scrapers, dozers, excavators, graders, rock trucks. Lots of work all season. Camp job; R & B provided. Competitive wages. Valid drivers license req’d. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468 Public Notice of a Discretionary Use Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the RM of Meota No. 468 has received two (2) applications for a discretionary use. The applications include the creation of storage compound(s) within the SW ¼ Section 17-47-16-W3M, Pelican Point and SE ¼ Section 19-47-16-W3M, Sleepy Hollow, please visit www.northboundplanning.ca/public-notification to view site plans. The proposed development is located within the A1 – Agricultural Zoning District, and the proposed use is at the discretion of Council as per subclause 5.2.3 g) of the RM of Meota Zoning Bylaw No. 02-2011. Council will consider this applications at the regular scheduled Council meeting on Wednesday, July 7, 2021, at 1:30 pm in the RM of Meota office. If you wish to speak or be present at the meeting please contact the RM Administrator, Kirk Morrison at cao@rmmeota468.ca to arrange for teleconference. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to Friday, July 2, 2021, to Box 80, Meota, SK, S0M IX0 or by email to info468@sasktel.net or robin@northboundplanning.ca. For additional information please contact the Municipal Planner at (306) 397-1000 or at robin@northboundplanning.ca. Robin Bloski, BA (Hons) RM of Meota Development Officer/Municipal Planner June 21, 2021

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Sale By Tender – Aluminum Dock Tenders will be received by Meota Regional Park for the following item: 5’ x 32’ Aluminum Dock. Includes tires, stand, bumpers and wooden insert.

All tenders are to be submitted, in a sealed envelope marked “TENDER” by June 30, 2021 at 6:00 pm. Include your full name, mailing address, phone number, and purchase price tendered. Tenders can be mailed to Meota Regional Park Box 92 Meota, SK S0M 1X0 or can be dropped off at the Meota Regional Park gate office. Item can be viewed at Meota Regional Park or pictures of item can be viewed on our website at saskregionalparks.ca/ park/meota or call the Meota Park office at (306) 892-2292 to request the pictures be emailed to you. The dock is in need of some repair. All repair costs will be the responsibility of the purchaser.

Meota Regional Park board reserves the right to reject any or all tenders. TAX ENFORCEMENT FORM C [Section 2.3] NOTICE (The Tax Enforcement Act) TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document. The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 184003770 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality. Dated this 14 day of April, 2021. THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD Per: Margarita Pena, Administrator SEJDO DEZIC Name of Assessed Owner LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 5 Blk/Par 73 Plan No C1887 Extension 0 Title Number: 131621925 FORM C [Section 2.3] NOTICE (The Tax Enforcement Act) TAKE NOTICE that the City of North Battleford intends to be registered as owner under the above Act of the land described at the foot of this document. The Municipality claims title to the land by virtue of an interest based on the Tax Lien registered against the existing title to the land in the Land Titles Registry as Interest Number 184003758 and you are required to TAKE NOTICE that unless you contest the claim of the Municipality or redeem the land pursuant to the provisions of the above Act within six months from the service of this notice on you and, subject to the further provisions of The Tax Enforcement Act, a title will be issued to the applicant and you will thereafter be forever estopped and debarred from setting up any claim to, or in respect of, the land. The amount required to redeem the land may be ascertained on application to the Clerk, Treasurer or Administrator of the Municipality. Dated this 23 day of February, 2021. THE CITY OF NORTH BATTLEFORD Per: Steven Brown, Administrator Bruce Riggs Name of Assessed Owner LEAGL DESCRIPTION OF LANDS: Lot 15 Blk/Par 81 Plan No C4240 Extension 0 Title Number: 135006803

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QUALIFICATIONS: • Grade 12 or equivalent. • Pleasant, outgoing person who enjoys people. • Experience an asset.

R.M. of Round Hill No. 467 is accepting applications for a Part-time assistant administrator. Position starting tentatively July 13th, 2021.

Some evenings and Saturdays. No Sundays or holidays. Are you ready to join a team-oriented staff where customer service is number one?

Applicants should possess excellent communication, public relations and time management skills. Must be able to work independently and under the supervision of the administrator. Experience with MuniSoft software or previous computer bookkeeping experience would be and asset.

Apply with resumé to Fisher’s Drug Store 1501-100th Street, North Battleford, SK

No phone calls please. Only those with interviews will be contacted.

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The RM offers a competitive wage. The salary range is dependent upon experience and qualifications of the successful applicant. Interested candidate please submit a detailed resume including qualifications, past and present work experience, and three work related references. A current criminal records check should accompany your application or be provided prior before commencement of employment.

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Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the 23rd day of August, 2021 the Treasurer will proceed to register an interest based on a tax lien in the Land Titles Registry. NOTE: A sum for costs for advertising as required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

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Posting #36-BC-2122 The Student Recruitment Officer will assist in the development of, and implement an effective recruitment strategy. As the lead for direct student recruitment, the Student Recruitment Officer provides information about programs, services and careers to identified target markets for the purpose of generating inquiries and applications to North West College. This position will also support the function of student ceremonies and student recognition. $28.15 per hour to start, with an excellent benefits package Start Date: ASAP

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Friends and neighbours, come and rejoice with me Life is full of everyday challenges that need to be tackled. Cattle in the field may get out. Getting them back in the field may be eventful, but there is a joy for sharing when none of the cattle are lost or injured when they are returned to the pasture. We expect to do what needs to be done, and we rejoice when we successfully get it done. If a machine stops working, we try to repair it. If something is lost, we search to try and find it. Life happens, and we rejoice when the broken is fixed or replaced and the lost is found. Having my roots in generations of farmers,

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raymaher085@gmail.com I readily relate to the picture of God in the Bible as a good shepherd. Every sheep is important to the shepherd, and each deserves the proper management. If a sheep gets lost, the shepherd needs to search until he finds it. Jesus said it this way: “Suppose one of you

has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Does he not leave the 99 in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders and goes home. Then he calls his friends and neighbours together and says,

‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost sheep.’” (Luke 15:4-6) Jesus not only speaks of the joy of finding a lost sheep but also a lost coin and a lost son. In the Lost Coin parable, Jesus said, “Suppose a woman has 10 silver coins and loses one. Does she not light a lamp, sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? And when she finds it, she calls her friends and neighbours together and says, ‘Rejoice with me, I have found my lost coin.’” (Luke 15:8,9) The Parable of the Lost Son is found in (Luke 15:11-32). I have shortened the story, but it is a significant portion

of scripture to read in full. The story, in brief, is: There was a man with two sons. The younger son asked for his portion of the estate even though his father was still alive. When the younger son got his share of the estate, he went to a distant country and squandered his wealth. Broke and starving, the son realized he would be better off working for his dad if he went home. He wouldn’t remain there hungry and feeding pigs. When the son was returning, his father saw him coming, and he ran to his son, threw his arms around his son, and kissed him. The returning son

said to his father that he had sinned against him and heaven and was not worthy of being called his son. Yet his father welcomed him home as a son, not as a hired hand. He invited his friends and neighbours to rejoice that his son had returned home. For his son, who was lost to him, was found again. Jesus welcomed sinners encouraging them to repent and enjoy God’s forgiveness. There is rejoicing in the presence of the angels in heaven over the one sinner who repents. God welcomes sinners because sinners become found by trusting in Him.

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 306-445-5158 www.tdac.ca

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PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

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

Corner of Scott & Territorial Dirve Sun. 9:15 am & 11:00 am Ministries for the whole family

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

ANGLICAN PARISH

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

Rev. Trevor Malyon

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK

St. Georges Anglican Church Battleford Sunday @ 5:00 p.m. St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford Sunday @ 11:00 a.m. Battle River Parish YouTube channel CJNB Radio 1050 a.m. Sunday mornings 7:45-8:30 a.m. Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net

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Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

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Living Water Ministry

Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

Sr. Pastor Brian Arcand Pastor Anand George Phone: 306-445-3803 Cell: 306-441-9385 Fax: 306-445-4385

Sunday Worship Service - 11:00 a.m. Sunday School - 10:00 a.m. Pastor: Dean Covert

Church Phone 306-445-4181

All Saints Ukrainian Catholic Parish 902 - 108th Street, North Battleford

Divine Liturgy: Sundays at 4:00 p.m. Celebrant: Very Rev. Janko Kolosnjaji 306-664-2301 (Office) 306-244-2604 (Home) To Register Call Jasmina at 306-445-1002

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 Rev. Dexter van Dyke

Sunday Worship Services at 10:30 am Pre-registration required to register at

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

Everyone Welcome

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

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

Battlefords Cowboy Church Services 1st & 3rd Thursday of each Month

Battleford Legion Hall 7:00 p.m. PASTOR - Rick Martin

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada Phone: 306-285-3823 Contact: Don Retzlaff

No Services till further notice

Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4729

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S Saturday Evening Mass - 5:00 p.m. Sunday Mass - 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Services 10:30 am

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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