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By John Cairns The old St. Vital Church holds a significant place in Battleford’s history, including the fact that its first priest, who died of exposure at the young age of 27, is buried beneath it. It is also believed to be the oldest Roman Catholic church in the province. It is also the only building remaining in Battleford to have been built on the first survey, thus its position is on an angle to the rest of the town. Its survival, however, is threatened. See the story below.

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The future looks dim for the old St. Vital Church. A local group that was attempting to save the church has abandoned its effort in advance of a March 6 deadline date set by the town. Now, the Town of Battleford is moving ahead with the next step: to de-designate the church’s municipal heritage status. Monday, Battleford town council voted in favour of administration advertising “the de-designa-

tion of Old St. Vital Church as an historical building” for the purpose of demolition. As required by provincial legislation, an ad will be placed in the newspaper and there will be a 30-day notice period. The formal decision to de-designate St. Vital Church would take place at town council’s meeting in the second meeting in April. As well, administration stated a budget proposal for 2021 be put forward to develop the old St. Vital site as a tourist attraction Continued on Page 3

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The Battlefords Humane Society is looking outside the boundaries of the city of North Battleford for its new animal shelter building. According to Dr. Shawn Haas, a North Battleford veterinarian and president of the humane society, they are now looking at a site in the RM of North Battleford. They are considering a site on the west side of Highway 4 at the north end of the city, near LOL Grooming and Outback RV. Haas made an appearance at a meeting of Battleford town council members Monday to provide an update on the humane society’s campaign for a new facility, to which the town has contributed financially, along with annual funding for operations. Shelter manager Michelle Spark was also in attendance. Haas told council a bid was put in and a discretionary use application

has been approved at the RM, and they are now doing some tests for water wells at the site. The animal shelter current operates out of a building at 751-114th Street in North Battleford. Efforts towards a new facility have been ongoing for the last number of years. Haas explained the humane society had previously been negotiating with the City of North Battleford for a facility on Fyfe Avenue in the Parsons Industrial Park. But it was “not a design of a relationship that the humane society wanted,” Haas said. The city was going to sell them the property for a dollar and provide an operating grant and capital grant. But Haas explained that if at any point in time the humane society stopped providing the city pound service, “the property and all the facilities constructed would have reverted back to the city.” “Considering we were looking at putting a mil-

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lion and a half dollars into the project the humane society board did not feel that was appropriate.” Instead, the humane society is now looking at a fee-for-service arrangement with the city instead of an operating grant. In return the city agreed to allow the humane society to go beyond the city’s boundaries for a site. Negotiations are still going on towards the fee for service. The presentation was mainly informational for council, but the eyebrows of council were raised at the issues the society has been having. “Don’t we have any lots over here?” was the reaction from Councillor Judy Pruden, suggesting perhaps Battleford might be a good location. Haas responded that idea was brought up with the city and “it was not taken well,” he said. “If things fall through we’re a little bit easier to deal with,” was the response from Mayor Ames Leslie.

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Just call me ‘Sis’ - A former gang member describes how she left the lifestyle Sis started doing cocaine at 10 as she followed her older brother into a gang. She was sent to prison three times and watched as many around her were murdered or died. She finally decided to turn her life around and leave the gang lifestyle. first, or the boyfriend, or the girlfriend first. It was Local Journalism Initiative never ‘my child is hungry, Reporter my child needs a hug’ so *Sis was 10 when, fol- that’s why you seek things became more serious. lowing her older brother, in other groups or relationGang lifestyle becomes she joined a gang. That’s ships.” destructive also when she started using Sis found ‘family’ in the Eventually, the gang cocaine and began a life of gang. lifestyle took its toll. The criminal activity. As she grew up in the big brother she adored, Sis felt invincible. gang she became tough, looked up to and wanted to She was a member of a street wise, hardened. be like, was murdered. notorious Indigenous street “Everybody has a street “He had his throat slit,” gang. She had power, con- mentality, take no shit kind she said. trol, respect. People feared of thing. You have to put And Sis ended up in Edher. Being a part of the a wall around yourself, monton prison three times, gang made her feel secure, don’t show fear, don’t show for two years plus a day, accepted and worthy. To weakness. then for 40 months and her, that lifestyle was nor“I made that reputa- then for three and a half mal. tion,” she added. “I made years. “I always knew I was people respect me out of While in prison the going to be associated be- fear. I made them scared.” gang members she considcause my brother was and She knew being part of ered family weren’t there I was really close to him. a gang was dangerous but for her. I just wanted to follow my for her that was OK. “When I went to jail I brother. “I knew that it was a realized nobody was there, “It just really became dangerous life that I com- these people I grew up with a normal life for me,” she mitted myself to. I was and grew tight relationsaid. never really concerned ships with, they wouldn’t Being a part of the gang about it. I knew in my head even write me or send me gave her a sense of belong- that nothing would happen money,” she said. ing and it was an escape to me. I was untouchable. I Slowly she realized she from her dysfunctional was fearless and I was real- wasn’t invincible. She was childhood, a childhood ly rebellious. I didn’t care. vulnerable and watched surrounded by alcoholism “I was addicted to the as many she loved and and what she describes adrenalin eventually as I grew up with died. Their as every type of abuse as got older,” she added. “I children were being taken her family struggled with was already using drugs away by social services and intergenerational trauma when I was 10 years old. put into foster care. Their from residential schools Just from using you get that lives were in shambles. and addiction. addictive personality so I Sis looked at her own life “Right from concep- started getting addicted to and realized she needed to tion we all got brought up the adrenalin I felt when make changes. with trauma in some type I would be around my “Just watching a lot of of way.” my family.” CONNECT HEARING –friends HEARING STUDY UPDATE SEPT 2019 with the people struggling Her parents weren’t She started out commit- addiction, people dying or 9.875” × 5.250” 10/30/19 there for her. ting break and enters at 10. getting killed from rivals, “It was always the drugs Then gradually, her crimes people like self-harming,

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losing their kids to the system. I knew I had a purpose deeper than the life I lived for 20 years. I was too involved in that life. I was so used to being a gangster. My kids got taken. I went to the pen three times. I finally realized enough is enough.” The gang was changing, too. “A lot of the street code changed. A lot of the original ones that I looked up to left, my mentors. That really pushed me to move forward and I guess say goodbye. I spoke to a lot of the original ones, the ones that were like ‘Sis, there is a different way.’ “It was falling apart so really there was no jump out,” she added. “There were too many people just dying and just getting sick of it, the addiction, people caught up on that crystal meth. They were putting that before the code.” And slowly, Sis began to change. “It started when I was in jail. I didn’t like how things were going in there. Everyone was against each other, everybody was fighting so I started doing positive things, being a leader for the population and being an advocate for protests in there and committee meetings. I just really tried to

become that leader inside of there in a positive way instead of being that leader that said, ‘Let’s go do this, let’s roll on so and so and show them who is boss.’ I didn’t want to resort to that. I just had bigger plans.” Sis turned to elders and found solace in traditional First Nations ceremonies. She said she also got unexpected help and support from former gang members who successfully turned their lives around. And she knew, she could too. “Hearing them say ‘You can do it, Sis,’ getting that unexpected reassurance.” In Saskatoon, Sis also met Stan Tu’Inkuafe from STR8 UP, a Saskatoonbased non-profit that helps gang members leave the lifestyle.

Challenges quitting the gang

Leaving behind the only life she knew wasn’t easy. “The hardest part was leaving the only family I ever knew and letting go of that power and control I worked so hard for. You go from a little person to working your way up and you have all this, ‘do this and do that.’ Letting go of that was the hardest thing. “I still kind of struggle with the power and control loss,” she added with a laugh. “For real,” she said and chuckled. “Lately I have been blessed with a lot of support, linking up with Stan from STR8 UP and just taking all the stuff I need to take to be a good role model.” Since leaving the gang, however, she doesn’t fear for her safety. “I don’t feel afraid for my life. I don’t know anything about their stuff

now because so much has changed. It’s more or less, I guess just minions, puppets now. A lot of things have changed. “I probably could have had something bad happen if I didn’t have seniority,” she added. “So you are given that blessing, you have done your time and you put in your work you could say. I had a legit reason and sometimes people had other reasons, not legit, sometime they want to go with someone else. Mine was for myself and my children.” But what does scare her is society. “I will be honest. Still today I struggle with anxiety of the cops even though I’m a law-abiding citizen you know, and going into like organizations or public places where there’s people in higher professions than I am. It gets me really nervous. I still struggle like ordering food. I don’t know how to be clear about things sometimes, because everything is taken from you there.” Some fears are ingrained. “You don’t want to carry a phone. You don’t want to wear a certain colour. I wasn’t allowed to be in a certain area. I still have that anxiety. Sis said she had several altercations with police at a certain convenience store. Now when she sees one, it triggers fear. “So it’s places like that that trigger that scared institutionalized mentality.”

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Arrests made after drive-by shooting with injury Submitted

On Feb. 28, at approximately 4:30 a.m., Battlefords RCMP were called to the 1300 block of 97th street in North Battleford for a report of several gunshots. RCMP quickly attended to the area and lo-

cated a residence that had been hit numerous times with gunfire. Seven adults were occupying the residence at the time of the shooting. An adult female was struck and suffered a non-life threatening injury. The female was transported by

EMS to Hospital for treatment. No other occupants were injured. A possible suspect vehicle was identified and located later in the morning by members of the Gang Task Force in North Battleford. The resulting investigation led RCMP to

arrest two adult males and two adult females in connection with the incident. The investigation is still ongoing and North Battleford Forensic Identification Services and the Battlefords Municipal General Investigation Unit are assisting.

This incident was not random and believed to be related to the drug trade. The investigation is continuing and the police are seeking information from the public. If you believe you have knowledge, information, or video surveillance that could be of

assistance, please contact the North Battleford Detachment. Information can also be submitted anonymously to Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com

Mayor touts civic accomplishments at all-new State of the City event By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Civic happenings were top of mind Monday at the Tropical Inn, where Mayor Ryan Bater gave his annual remarks in his State of the City event. This was the first State of the City event that was hosted and organized by the city itself, in partnership with The Lighthouse Serving the Battlefords. Previously, municipal leaders had taken part in a Joint State of the City/State of the Town address organized by the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce, but the chamber has opted to go ahead with a new event called the “Power Hour” later this week.

Whereas the previous chamber format provided a tight time frame for the mayors to speak on the issues, this new format allowed Bater more opportunity to speak at length on the issues faced by the city. Bater’s speech lasted more than 45 minutes, and spanned the wide range of issues facing North Battleford. Topics Bater touched on were extensive and included Carlton Trail, the Red Pheasant Urban Reserve, the city’s recreational facilities and the Northland Power Curling Centre as well as the new metering regime. Here is a sampling of some of Bater’s remarks during the noon-hour gathering.

Regional coalition

Bater spoke about the Battlefords Regional Community Coalition – a coalition of local governments dedicating to addressing the issues in the region. He noted the signing of the Sacichawasihc Relationship Agreement involving the City of North Battleford, the Town of Battleford and five area First Nations. He also pointed to the recognition of those efforts with the Saskatchewan Municipal Award. “Really this is about developing a good neighbour policy, and communicating” said Bater, “because the Battlefords is a regional community, and North Battleford is the hub of that region.”

Asset management

Bater spoke about the new focus at City Hall on asset management efforts. He called it “one of the biggest transformations” at City Hall. Bater defined asset management as “a snapshot of the city’s assets at a point in time, but it’s a valuation of those assets over the entire life cycle of the asset.” He noted it addressed operations and addressed risks and mitigation of risks. “The most important thing and the most valuable discussion we are having as a council is it requires us to define levels of service so that we can answer that really important question that we get all the

Mayor Ryan Bater speaks at the first State of the City address at the Tropical Inn. Photo by John Cairns

time as council members, ‘what am I getting for our taxes’?” said Bater. “By defining levels of service within our assets, we’re having important conversations so that council understands the level of service, and so does administration.”

Bater also spoke about how asset management would be incorporated within the waste management facility in 2020, looking at things like hours it is open, and what happens with the facility during its useful life. The existing Continued on Page 6

One more step toward demolition of old St. Vital Church Continued from Page 1 commemorating the old church. The indication is that artifacts within the old church could be removed and preserved, including the arches over the altar. The March 2 report on St. Vital presented at the meeting, prepared by the town’s chief administrative officer John Enns-Wind, outlined at length the reasons why the town is proceeding with de-designation as its next course of action. “For almost two years there has been a public discussion regarding the Old St. Vital Church,” the report stated. “The discussion has been around saving the old church or razing it. When the discussion first started, objections were raised against razing the

church. However, the objectors didn’t want to raise taxes to save it, didn’t want to fundraise nor volunteer time to fix it. Since then, two groups have become involved and have not had success raising the necessary money to save the old church. The North West Historical Society presented to council regarding its significance but didn’t provide any money to save the church. There doesn’t seem to be any community support to invest in the church to save it. “Historically, the Town [of Battleford] has not invested in the church except to repair the roof around 2010 for less than $15,000. Since the town assumed responsibility for the church in 1983 nothing has been done to conserve the church and now it is very expensive to do so.”

It was noted no council since 1983 – 13 councils in all – had made significant investments in the old church, and that the building had “been neglected for 37 years.” A host of issues were also outlined in the report about the state of the church, which included structural concerns, water infiltration, a buckling of the northwest corner wall, a deformed roof structure, and the presence of asbestos. Council also received correspondence from Gene Aulinger, spokesperson for the Saint Vital Church Group, which had come forward in January to try and save the aging church. Council had granted an extension to the group in January to allow them time to organize their

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well as the administrative report, got the expected disappointed reaction from council. “I’m still hoping somebody will win the lottery,” was the reaction of Shelley Boutin-Gervais, who still hoped for some reprieve for the building. Councillor Gordon Yarde compared it to the decision to demolish the old St. George’s church years earlier. “We had to put it down because everything was rotting,” said Yarde. As for St. Vital, he had “mixed emotions.” “To spend a lot of money on this particular thing, I’m sorry. It’s going to waste some money. But I like the idea of preserving the site.” Mayor Ames Leslie said many people have reached out to him and said while

they wanted St. Vital to stay, they “would rather see their taxpayer dollars spent somewhere else.” He also noted there was interest from the public in obtaining items from the church. Leslie also noted many of the questions he has fielded over the last number of days include ones about what the plan was to sell off the items within the church, such as the pews, benches and other memorabilia. Mayor Leslie floated the idea of a mini-town-garage sale as an idea to sell those items to those who want it. “Let it be known it’s going to be an emotional next 30 days to the people who really want to see this building stay,” Leslie acknowledged. “They’re going to come out in force and I really do welcome these conversations.”

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efforts and find funding. The letter from Aulinger noted the extensive efforts the group had undertaken, which included contacting the offices of Brett Wilson, Gold Eagle Casino, MLA Herb Cox and MP Rosemarie Falk, among others. But the only firm commitment noted was from the “Friends of the 1885 St. Vital Church” GoFundMe page, whose funds raised fell well short of the $50,000 needed to stabilize the building. “For our committee, there is no reasonable expectation of being able to raise $50,000 to stabilize St. Vital Church. Thanks to Battleford town council for allowing us the time to try. Sorry this effort was not successful,” stated Aulinger. The correspondence, as

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To suggest the disease naming process of an international agency may have affected sales of a beer carrying a similar name tells us something about our riskaverse society By Sylvain Charlebois

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A survey this week suggested that 38 per cent of Americans aren’t drinking Corona beer due to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak, formerly known as the coronavirus. There’s obviously no link between the beer and the virus, but the survey suggests a mental association between the product and the disease may be too much to bear for some Americans. Constellation Brands, the maker of the iconic beer brand, was quick to say beer sales were not affected so far by the outbreak, but without providing any numbers. America’s relationship with risk is as interesting as it is unpredictable, especially from a Canadian perspective. Even if results of the survey were disputed by the company and analysts, what rings true is America’s fear of fear itself. Time and time again, America’s obsession with risks and how it deals with them has fascinated Canadians and others. Risk perception is rarely rational, especially in the United States. Some reports suggest that restaurants in Chinatowns across America have seen a traffic drop of 20 per cent, based on January and February sales. In Canada, some have suggested the same phenomenon is happening, but no figures have been shared. It’s always difficult to know whether these reports have any validity but such behavior wouldn’t be surprising in the U.S. With so much abundance of choice in the market, how Americans perceive risk will allow them to consider other options. America has had its share of food safety disasters. In 1993, burgers served at 73 locations of the fastfood chain Jack in the Box were linked to an E. coli epidemic that infected 732 people, most of them under 10 years old. This outbreak killed four children. In 2007, agri-business giant Conagra failed to maintain one of its peanut butter plants in Sylvester, Ga. Several salmonella-tainted jars of Peter Pan peanut butter were sold, which caused over 600 people to fall ill. The company was fined more than $11 million. In 2009, executives at the Peanut Corp. of America were aware that their peanut butter was tainted with salmonella but shipped products out anyway. Some executives were fined and jailed. And most recently, in 2015, too little surveillance over its supply chain led to a norovirus outbreak at Chipotle Mexican Grill, a large restaurant chain based in the U.S. More than 300 people fell ill and shares were hammered by investors. The chain eventually recovered, although

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its reputation was damaged. All these events have arguably contributed to America’s collective unease with industry and foodstuffs. In all these cases, companies suffered financially and rightly so. But the Corona beer/virus case is different. The World Health Organization (WHO) chose the name of the virus, simply by following regular disease-naming protocols. It called it coronavirus at the beginning but changed it on Feb. 11 to COVID-19. Specific reasons for the change are unclear but media covering the story are mostly still referring to the disease by its original name, coronavirus. To suggest the naming process of an international agency may have affected sales of a beer carrying a similar name tells us something about our risk-averse society. More product options allows perceived risk to influence our behaviour and choice. It’s as simple as that. A collective obsession to avoid risks will make consumers want to protect themselves first and foremost. America’s growing fear of food is becoming more apparent in today’s health-obsessed and risk-averse society, as any Canadian food exporter to the United States will tell you. Technological progress in food is generally supposed to make human life easier and safer. However, these incidences show us that this progress seldom occurs without the unfortunate emergence of manufactured policy,

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economic, environmental and social risks. Despite its rigour and scientific commitment, WHO’s decisions may have had unintended consequences and Constellation Brands had to openly address how its sales were affected. This could easily happen again and one suspects WHO is taking notes. Canada is certainly not immune to any of this but the situation is not as critical. Canadians perceive risks differently. Most Canadians believe Canadian food to be safe, even when a major recall occurs. We saw this with mad cow in 2003, listeria and Maple Leaf foods in 2008, and XL Foods and beef in 2012. But as regulatory authorities attempt to contain risks, the burden is placed on the shoulders of consumers to make their own decisions, based on evidence at hand. And this is where things get complicated. It’s difficult to know who and what to believe in a world of misinformation, cancel culture tactics, fake news and propaganda. Public agencies need to be very careful and get more proactively involved in the public discourse about how we deal with food-related risks. Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is senior director of the agrifood analytics lab and a professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University. www.troymedia.com Gordon Brewerton Senior Group Publisher

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Carbon capture is the only saviour for these towns On Feb. 28, the provincial government announced it was giving $8 million to Estevan and $2 million to Coronach to assist with their respective “coal transition.” Premier Scott Moe was there to make the announcement, along with Estevan MLA and Minister of Government Relations Lori Carr. Speaking gratefully on behalf of Estevan and Coronach were their respective mayors, Roy Ludwig and Trevor Schnell. Both were thankful, and said the money would go to economic development. But it’s quite clear both would prefer to keep their coal mines and power plants. Should they be lost, it will be very difficult for both communities. In the case of Coronach, utterly devastating would be an understatement. That $10 million is spread over three years. We need to put this in perspective. I understand an average unionized salary at the Estevan Mine would be in the range of $110,000 to $120,000. Now, I expect there’s going to be a fair bit of range between someone who works as custodial staff and someone operating a dragline, as well as substantial

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differences when it comes to people who work a lot of overtime. But let’s be conservative and use $100,000 as a round number. Eight million dollars is the equivalent of the salaries of 80 miners in Estevan for one year, and $2 million is the equivalent of 20 miners in Coronach for one year. Indeed, I would estimate these values are substantially less than the provincial income tax alone from the staffs of the three affected power plants and two mines, for just one year. The United Mine Workers of America represents 325 workers at the Estevan Mine. The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers represents approximately 600 workers between the Poplar River Power Station, Poplar River Mine, Boundary Dam Power Station and Shand

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Power Station. This does not include out-of-scope staff, which must number in the hundreds between the five facilities. So it is good the province is helping, offering something of a lifeline. Hopefully these communities will be able to wisely use those funds to develop economic development strategies that will lessen the blow. The federal government, too, has provided some coal transition funding. But again, none of it comes anywhere close to replacing the salaries of the hundreds of workers at stake, should conventional coal come to an end by 2030. I don’t expect the Boundary Dam 3 Integrated Carbon Capture and Storage project, even with an equivalency agreement for other generation, will be enough to keep the mines open beyond that date. Premier Moe laid out three possible options, one of which appears to be new. The first is the additional application of carbon capture and storage. The discussion to this point has been regarding the Shand Power Station. The mayor of Coronach does not expect to see it applied there. But if the federal government applied a tax credit like the Americans recently implemented called 45Q,

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that could change the game, according to Moe. The second, and new option, is natural gas-fired power generation. To replace Boundary Dam and Shand, you would likely need a three-unit facility, each producing 350 megawatts. Add in Poplar River, and you’re looking at another one to two units, but where that would be built is not clear. Would you build that at Moose Jaw, Estevan or Poplar River? Moe suggested making use of existing transmission infrastructure. That makes sense for Estevan, as southeast Saskatchewan, and its oilfields, would still need substantial power generation, but less so for Poplar River. The recent $605 million 350 megawatt, one-unit Chinook Power Station employs around 25 people. Not hundreds. The third option Moe mentioned is small modular reactors. This is quite literally the nuclear option. He’s been talking about it a lot, but the time horizon of actually having

such generation in place within 10 years, as coal is phased out, gets less likely be the day. When I was a kid, mankind was 15 years away from going to Mars. Today, we’re still 15 years away. Nuclear seems to be the same sort of exercise for Saskatchewan. Nuclear would also have to survive the inevitable change in government some time between now and then. It might not be this election, or even the next, but eventually the government will change. The provincial NDP hasn’t been a big fan of nuclear power. If maintaining jobs and communities are the key factor, carbon capture, applied both at Shand and Poplar River, is the key effort that everyone should be pushing the hardest. Doing so would keep the mines open, as well as the power stations. In addition to the hundreds of miners, it would keep hundreds of power station workers employed, too. It would save and sustain both Estevan and Coronach.

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But more importantly, from an oilpatch perspective, the captured CO2 could be used to reinvigorate the oilfields of southeast Saskatchewan, much as it has for the Weyburn and Midale Units. Doing so means decades of additional oil production, employing hundreds of additional people and hundreds of millions in oil royalties, for the province and mineral rights owners. Don’t forget, we have hundreds of years of coal reserves, and lots of oil left in the ground. We have to remember – all this pain is because the federal government has decided coal is bad, even though we can install carbon capture to make it basically “clean coal.” I asked Mayor Schnell if Coronach was a sacrificial lamb on the alter of global warming, he said, “I guess so, unfortunately.” Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.

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Mayor Bater touts civic accomplishments Continued from Page 3 cell at the facility will need to be replaced by 2029, for instance, but Bater noted it could be three years sooner if the Saskatchewan Hospital is demolished and materials brought to the waste management facility. “This is what asset management is about,” said Bater, who said it would

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Crime was again a major topic, but this time Bater shifted gears by talking about the challenge the city and region faces in dealing with drug and gang issues. “The situation here is methamphetamine,” said Bater. “A highly addictive, incredibly affordable drug that destroys people’s lives and families. We are really hoping there is a provincial response to this, but as the drug trade grows around western Canada and in regions like ours so does organized crime, and violence around it.” The mayor noted from June to October last year there were 203 firearm re-

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tion of work on 100th Street on the 1200 and 1300 blocks. This is to be a full rehabilitation with replacement of undergrounds and construction of roadways and sidewalks. Bater continued to point to the growth of business downtown in the wake of those construction efforts. Since incorporating the downtown master plan and starting the rehabilitation, “we’ve attracted 17 new businesses downtown,” said Bater. “The rejuvenation of downtown North Battleford is a success story that isn’t done being told yet. We’re going to have to continue making it a priority.”

Continued from Page 2 “Every day it’s a struggle, you know, being an addict for 20 plus years to hard drugs it’s hard. I do value my sobriety. I value my children and their life.” Sis has advice for anyone considering joining a gang. “I would say it’s not the way it used to be. A lot of loyalty has been lost. So many people roll on you. If you don’t make good choices, Karma makes it easy, whether it be to you, or your family, or worse, your kids and your grandkids, it goes around. What goes around comes around.” She also wants other gang members to know they can use the skills they learned on the streets.

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“You can use the skills from the streets and make them transferable so you can fulfill your purpose. Money management communication, management, for real,” she laughed. “Because when you are in that life, it’s basically like you’re like running an organization. You handle money, you communicate with people, all different types of people, you do like time management, you are punctual with your time. The skills I learned in that life I definitely transfer them into my life now.” She wants current gang members to realize there’s more to life. “I have another friend that left, she was in the same as me and now she is doing gang intervention

lated calls and 32 discharge of firearms reported out of Battlefords detachment of the RCMP. Bater said the city worked with the Battlefords detachment to come up with a solution and that resulted in creation of the gang task force. They have put together a task force of four members of the RCMP out of rotation, and “their job is to make life uncomfortable for gangsters here. And they’re doing a very good job.” In the first two months starting Nov. 1, there was a 50 per cent reduction in firearms and discharge calls, 44 warrants executed and 81 arrests, 47 provin-

cial charges, 94 Criminal Code charges, and six ounces of crack and two loaded firearms taken off the streets. Bater said they want to see this pilot program become permanent. The city has submitted a letter asking the RCMP for an additional member to go from 36 to 37 members, and Bater said they also want a five-year program for the gang task force for an additional four members there. “We are hoping to work with our neighbouring municipal governments and the provincial government to come up with a way that we can all work together to fund that program.”

and I just want more of that around before it’s too late.” For anyone considering leaving a gang, Sis speaks from experience when she says, “This is just a part in your book and that chapter has come to an end. Continue on and set your expectations high. We are all resilient people. We all had some trauma right from conception and your book doesn’t end here.” Above all, she doesn’t want her children to follow in her steps, like she followed her brother. “Now that I’m on a different path l try to role model the best possible attitude as possible around my kids. I try not let them be around arguing. I try to give them everything I needed when I was a kid. When you’re not given that attention, affection, or love or respect, you look for it somewhere else. I make

sure they are heard. “I hope my kids don’t take that life,” she added. “I really try to be a good role model to my children.” Sis takes full responsibility for the harm she caused and crimes she committed while a gang member. “I have done my fair share. I wouldn’t want to relive any of those moments. I have to deal with some undealt- with trauma from those kinds of situations.” She paid her debt to society, spending years in prison and now Sis wants to give back. She is taking upgrading in Saskatoon and plans to attend college this fall. “I’m going to take mental health and wellness. It’s a two-year course. I want to eventually become a social worker. That’s my goal.” *Name changed

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Battleford approves J&J Refrigeration sold extra trash bins policy By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Town of Battleford has approved a new policy to address the needs of properties that require extra garbage bins in the community. The town had previously approved switching over to a biweekly garbage pickup regime, but that doesn’t work for everyone. It was noted at the meeting there were some properties that had larger volumes of garbage such as group homes, seniors care homes, day care and

other registered homebased businesses. At Monday’s meeting, and after considerable discussion, council decided in favour of the option that would allow those businesses as well as families to be able to obtain the extra bins. The way it would work is that users pay for the bins, which cost $134.87 per bin, and also pay a reduced environmental levy of $24 per quarter per bin. There is no refund if the bin is returned. The levy was needed, said Mayor Ames Leslie, otherwise the public

would be buying “1,700 extra cans,” and he said he was worried that would mean more stress on the garbage pickup. “There has to be some form of decentivization,” said Leslie. Another option had been to set the levy at $45 per quarter – in line with the rate one group home uses – while a third would have been provided the bins without charge while setting the levy at $90 per quarter, but the first option was the one agreed to and passed by council.

Honour Our Veterans banner program back By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It is confirmed that the Honour Our Veterans program is returning again this year in Battleford. Bernadette Leslie of the Fred Light Museum has confirmed to the News-Optimist that applications are now being

accepted for 2020. Applications are open for the South African War 18991902, the First World War, the Second World War, the Korean War and Peace Keeping missions and Afghanistan. Applications must be in by Aug. 1. The unveiling ceremony will happen Oct. 30 at the Battleford

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manufacturing and oil and gas sectors. Don Berggren, president of Berg Chilling Systems, said this is “part of the Berg expansion program to build our business across Canada.” “We’re thrilled to be part of the J&J - Mercury group. They’ve had a great reputation here in North Battleford and Saskatoon. We’re glad to be continuing that operation and service here and making it bigger and better than it’s ever been.” Under the deal, Millard will continue on in charge of operations in North Battleford and the business will continue at their current location, which will also be Berg Chilling’s head office for Saskatchewan. They are located at 792 -107th Street in North Battleford, the former SGI building. The day-to-day business will stay the same, but there will be a larger coverage area. Berggren said they could be adding a

few more staff as they start to grow, but it will be “the same good service and good company the region has grown to know.” J&J Refrigeration has a long history in North Battleford. For 45 years they were a York air conditioning and furnace dealership and in the 80s they added Carrier. Artificial ice plants are a major part of their business. They service 61 ice plants across Saskatchewan. They also have longstanding accounts with the Town of Battleford, who they have been with for 44 years, as well as Lloydminster, Meadow Lake and Wilkie. “It was a good business opportunity to keep our business going and keep servicing our customers who have been with us forever,” said Millard. It gives the local operation the opportunity to have “a little better buying power” and also “cover all of Saskatchewan better.”

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Ahmadiyya Muslims host Pathway to Peace By John Cairns Staff Reporter

On Saturday a unique interfaith forum took place at the North Battleford Public Library with a stated goal of finding peace in society. The event was called Pathway to Peace, and was put on by the Lloydminster chapter of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at. The goal was to invite representatives from several major religions to come to North Battleford and speak. According to their news release, it was to discuss the ways to achieve peace and harmony in society according to their beliefs. Speakers included C. Mansoor Azeem from the Ahmadiyya Muslim faith, Pastor Keith Klippenstein of Territorial Alliance Church representing the Christian faith, Amandeep Singh of the Sikh faith and two speakers representing the Indigenous perspective, Quentin Weenie and Wes Fine Day. Seeta Ram, representing the Hindu faith, learned about the event at the last moment and approached organizers about speaking, and he was also added to the program. At the two-hour event, each of the speakers shared aspects of their own religious faith. Muhammad Anwar Mangla, organizer of the

event, explained the purpose behind the event was to bring people together. “The pathway to peace is the team, and that is the whole purpose to bring them together and learn from each other. That is our main cause for such events.” The idea was to include every major religion and talk about how to achieve peace in society. The message, said Mangla, was “let’s bring all those people together, let’s take our differences aside and talk to each other.” These interfaith conferences are events the Ahmadiyya Muslim community have held before. They had put on these events a number of times in Lloydminster on a yearly basis, but “this is the first of its kind that we’ve done outside of Lloyd[minster],” Mangla said. The Ahmadiyya Muslim community had held other events before in North Battleford, but not on this scale with representatives from different religions. Mangla said there were plans to expand and hold more of these events in other communities in the region, as their limited resources allow. “I was really happy to see a lot of people came, and be acknowledged, and we got a lot of really positive feedback as well.”

Speakers at the Pathway to Peace conference in North Battleford included Quentin Weenie, Wes Fine Day (Indigenous) and Amandeep Singh (Sikhism). Photos by John Cairns

Gohar H. Qureshi (moderator)

Keith Klippenstein (Christianity)

Regional leaders to host luncheon By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The leaders who have signed on to the Sacichawasihc Relationship Agreement are holding a special community luncheon on April 3. The event is at the Tropical Inn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. and lunch is being

provided. There is no cost to attend. News of the event circulated at Battleford’s town council meeting Monday. According to the invitation, the signatories to the relationship agreement – Mayors Ryan Bater and Ames Leslie, and Chiefs Kenny Moccasin, Brad Swiftwolfe, Crystal Okemow Lori Whitecalf

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and Wayne Semaganis – are inviting people to “attend a very important community luncheon, an event that celebrates the background, purpose and vision of working together within the ‘Sacichawasihc Relationship Agreement.’ We the Regional Leaders invite you to come out and learn more about this important work and our

visions of building a better Battlefords region.” W. Brett Wilson has been confirmed as the guest keynote speaker at the event. Seating is limited and RSVPs must be in by March 26 to either sutton. herb@gmail.com (306441-0630) or Milton Tootoosis at milt22sis@icloud. com.

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Fletcher wins Defenceman of the Year award By John Cairns Staff Reporter

A stellar season for the Battlefords North Stars now includes some individual hardware for members of the North Stars organization. It was learned last Thursday that Matthew Fletcher was the winner of the league’s Defenceman of the Year award. He was one of three nominees up for the best defenceman award, the others being Alex Rondeau of Melfort and Devan Harrison of Estevan. After winning the award Fletcher recorded two goals in Friday’s 5-4 win over the Kindersley Klippers. Based on the performance one might have thought the award recognition inspired him on Friday

night. “I kind of told myself before the game that I’ve got to show them they picked the right person,” said Fletcher. He gave credit to the whole team for his own great season. “It goes from our team out, our team’s been solid from our goaltenders out. I’ve got to complement my d-partner Seth Summers. He’s been a rock for me this year. [We] play well together.” But Fletcher also downplayed his individual award, pointing to the bigger picture. “These individual awards, they’re nice, but at the end of the day I want to be holding that championship trophy at the end of playoffs,” said Fletcher. Coach Brayden

Klimosko also shared Coach of the Year honours with Kevin Kaminski of La Ronge. But like Fletcher, he downplayed the individual recognition, noting the big prize was coming up. “It’s obviously nice to get rewarded and stuff like that, but the real award is coming up, that’s the championship,” said Klimosko. “We’re looking for the playoffs for the fun to begin.” Other league award winners were Yorkton’s Chantz Petruic who took MVP and Player of the Year honors; the North Stars’ Quintin-Loon Stewardson had been one of the Player of the Year nominees. Melville’s Berk Berkeliev took the Top Goalie award and Flin Flon’s Tristan Lemyre took Rookie of the Year honours.

North Stars prevail in home finale over Kindersley By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars wrapped up a stellar regular season home schedule Friday night, pulling out a 5-4 win over the Kindersley Klippers. It did not come easily. The North Stars had a 2-0 lead in the first period and a 3-1 lead in the second, but the Klippers fought back to take a 4-3 lead in the third. But late goals in the third period by Quintin Loon-Stewardson (his 29th of the season) and finally by Ryland McNinch at 16:55 gave the North Stars the win. The game meant little as far as the standings

went, as the North Stars are securely the No. 1 seed while Kindersley is out of the playoffs. As a result the North Stars also took the opportunity to rest a number of starters and heal up some injuries, though a few who sat out the Humboldt game were back in the lineup Friday. Still, fans got their money’s worth as the two traditional rivals played hard in a closely fought contest. The night was also a big one for captain Matthew Fletcher, fresh off the announcement of his league award as SJHL Defenceman of the Year. He scored two goals: one was a first period goal with Seth Summers assisting

Results from curling Tuesday: By Allie Raycraft Doug Belyk won over Alexander ew Scott, Rod Forester won over Horizons Dale Cain, Dick Wisner won Curling over Gordon Munn (skipped by Len Taylor), Ed Kjargaard won over Dick Horrell, Wally Gordey won over Wayne Payne, and Wally O’Hare won over Bob Krismer. This leaves two teams tied for first place, Ed Kjargaard and Wally O’Hare with seven wins one loss and one tie. Three games to go to decide a winner.

to make it 2-0, and then scored at the 11:36 mark of the second to give them the 3-1 lead. Fletcher also recorded an assist on Loon-Stewardson’s goal. It was also a good night for Austin Becker who scored the first goal at 9:55 on the power play. Austin Schwab got the start, and the win, for the North Stars, who outshot the Klippers 36-32. It was the 45th win of the season for the North Stars, against 10 losses and two overtime defeats. The North Stars did not do as well the next night, losing 3-1 in Kindersley. Noah Lindsay and Liam Fraser scored twice before Quintin Loon-Stewardson got his 30th of the season from Jaxon Steele and Holden Doell at 18:15 of period two. A period three goal by Ethan King sealed the game for the Klippers, who outshot the North Stars 29-26. The North Stars begin the first round of the playoffs next Friday and Saturday nights at the Civic Centre.

Matthew Fletcher celebrates with his teammates following one of his two goals Friday night against the Kindersley Klippers. Photo by John Cairns

Two Barons sign with AAA Stars

Two members of the AA Battlefords Barons have signed on to become members of the Battlefords AAA Stars next season. The Barons and the Stars have announced that Rocsyn Bird and Jordan Grill have both signed on to join the Stars for 2020-21. Bird is a defenceman who scored six goals and 10 assists with the Barons during the regular season. Grill is also a defenceman and had four goals and 15 assists. The Barons are currently awaiting their next playoff series against Humboldt after defeating the Saskatoon Screaming Eagles in their Centre Four league series on the road Saturday. They clinched that series with a 4-1 win, to win the series three games to one. Photo submitted

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SPHL finals start Friday Cheer Scholarships at Battleford arena Words By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It will be an all-Battlefords area matchup for the title in the Saskatchewan Prairie Hockey League in 2020. The defending champion Battlefords Beaver Blues take on the Meota Combines in a battle between the teams located on opposite sides of the North Saskatchewan River. The Blues play out of Battleford Arena while the Combines, who iden-

tify as “Meota,” nevertheless play all their home games in North Battleford at the Civic Centre. The two teams punched their tickets to the finals last week. On Thursday, the Blues beat the Radisson Wheatkings 7-1 at Battleford Arena to sweep the series in three games. Cody Danberg had two goals and two assists to lead the way for the Blues. On Friday, Meota went to Turtleford and beat the Tigers 8-2, winning that

series three games to one. In that game Riley Albert, Bo Gervais and Vince Sauvie each had two goals for Meota. Game times have been set for the first three games of the best-of-five finals. Game one goes Friday, March 6, in Battleford at 8:30 p.m., while the series shifts to North Battleford for game two at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, March 8. Game three is March 13 at 8:30 p.m. back in Battleford.

Vikings Hoops Tournament The North Battleford Comprehensive High School Vikings Invitational senior boys’ basketball tournament featured 12 teams from around the province, including the host Vikings and John Paul II Collegiate from North Battleford as well as teams from Hafford, Prince Albert, Lloydminster, Moose Jaw, Swift Current, Estevan, Weyburn, Warman, Yorkton and Meadow Lake. Yorkton prevailed to win the title. Seen here is action from Saturday when NBCHS took on Lloydminster. Photo by John Cairns

Cheer

By Rhea Good I remember the day my daughter told me she would be applying to the University of Hawaii because they offered full scholarships for cheerleaders. She was 12 years old at the time and was planning ahead. I questioned that maybe Hawaii was too far away from home, and then quickly adjusted my thinking – University in Hawaii would be a lovely reason for me to come and visit. Closer to home, in 2020, the Saskatchewan Cheerleading Association offers two scholarships for students attending or planning to attend post-secondary education. The SCA Post-Secondary Award is $1,000, and the Leadership Award is a $500 prize. These awards have an application process and the winners are announced at the annual SCA Provincials competition in March. Full details about the scholarships and the application process is on the SCA website, www. sca.ca. All SCA members are eligible to apply for the annual scholarships. The purpose of the provincial

Here is the U of S Huskie Team stunting outdoors. What an awesome way to spend a summer afternoon! This is a version of a paper-doll pyramid, named after the repeating pattern. Photo submitted by Rhea Good

cheerleading associations across Canada offering scholarships is to encourage and promote the attainment of higher educational goals as well as athletic goals. Cheer athletes are encouraged to make positive contributions to their sport program and also to demonstrate involvement in community service. There are 28 Canadian colleges and universities that have cheerleading teams. There would be many more opportunities in the United States, especially in the state of Texas

where cheerleading is king. I have known many members of the University of Saskatchewan Huskies Cheer Team over the years and I know how they praise the program and how the sport enhanced their university experience. Being on a college team and competing at levels 5 and 6 is the cherry on top of a cheer career in high school. Above is the column that should have been printed last week with the accompanying photo. The News-Optimist apologies for the error.

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Pharmacists in the community Pharmacist Awareness Month is an ideal occasion to note the contributions pharmacists make to our

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In pharmacies Community pharmacists are the faces behind the counter at your local drugstore. In addition to dispensing medications, they can administer vaccinations and injections, help develop patient care plans, prescribe treatments for minor ailments and order laboratory tests. In hospitals Clinical pharmacists work directly with doctors and other health care professionals to optimize patient treatment. They manage drug therapy of inpatients and monitor the dispensation of medications in hospitals and other clinical settings.

In companies Industrial pharmacists work primarily on the discovery and development of new medications. This is a multi-stage process that includes research, clinical trials, production and registration. In governments Government-employed pharmacists use their expertise to help formulate drug policies and work for public agencies such as Health Canada. These pharmacists also influence health care regulations through their lobbying efforts. In universities Academic pharmacists are responsible for training the next generation of Canadian pharmacists.

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Outlaws win series with Hafford, face Macklin in league finals By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Wilkie Outlaws are into the Sask West Hockey League final series after surviving a scare from the Hafford Hawks. The Outlaws beat the Hawks 2-1 at home Tuesday to win the best-of-five series 3-2 and advance to face the Macklin Mohawks in the league finals. The story once again was whether the Outlaws would be able to solve

A reader spotted this raven and a jackfish side by side on the street by Fountain Tire early this week. The raven must have thought he’d hit the jackpot, probably located in the back of someone’s truck, and snagged an entire fish for lunch. Unfortunately, he hit a powerline as he flew away with his catch. He did not survive. Photo submitted

Joel Grzybowski, the SJHL playoff MVP from the 2019 North Stars who now plays for the Hawks. Through the first two periods he was able to hold Wilkie goalless. Hafford got on the board early in period one with a goal from Kyle Litchenwald from Austin Shumanski and Jeremy Boyer to make it 1-0, and that score held up into the third period. But Wilkie got two goals midway through the

period, one from Kolton Baptiste from Rory Gregoire and Logan Sproule, and the other from Garrett Cameron from Brock Harrison and Derek Keller. That gave the Outlaws the lead for good. Final shots on goal favoured the Outlaws 36-20, with Jared Herle stopping 19 shots for the win. The Outlaws now look to defend their title against the Mohawks in the finals. Dates and times are not yet finalized for that series.

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Vantage welcomes Austin Haryung, CPA to our team

Austin was born and raised in North Battleford and a graduate of the Comprehensive High School. Austin completed his Bachelor of Commerce with a focus in accounting at the University of Saskatchewan. He then went on to article in Saskatoon with a national firm where he earned his Chartered Professional Accountant designation in 2018 before returning home. Austin has primarily provided services to agricultural producers including assisting with succession and estate planning. He enjoys building relationships with clients and helping them understand their tax risk to help their business succeed. In his spare time Austin enjoys skiing in the mountains, kayaking at the lake, traveling with friends as well as spending time with family. Austin is excited to see the growth in the Battlefords and looks forward to reconnecting with the community.

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Gold for NBCHS

North Battleford Comprehensive High School Junior Boys Vikings have returned home from Unity as gold medalists in curling. They were in competition at Unity Curling Club at the Battle West district championships recently.The team consists of Stetson Winterholt, Wyatt Jensen, Haiquan Chen and Hayden Hall and the coach is Evan Reid. The first games saw NBCHS beat Macklin and John Paul II Collegiate of North Battleford to reach the ‘A’ final, which they lost to Spiritwood.They beat Macklin in the B final and then faced off again versus Spiritwood, winning the AB final 5-4 and then winning the final, also by a 5-4 score. In winning the title the Vikings overcame a health scare to a member of the team that was quickly addressed; as well, they went into the finals shorthanded, as Winterholt departed for hockey playoffs. It was Jensen who was called into action to skip the title-winning game for the team. Photo submitted

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Rockin 4-H Multiple Club welcomes new juniors By Hunter Reid and Eric Boyko Club Reporters

The Rockin 4-H Multiple Club would like to thank Farm Credit Canada for the grant our club received. It has been used to help provide a weekly snack to the students of Hafford Central School. Farm Credit Canada’s generosity is greatly appreciated. Our club has eight members, participating in three projects. Our Cloverbuds are busy exploring 4-H and learning about music, hob-

bies, light horse and other 4-H projects. The cooking group has been focusing on ethnic foods. They have made Mexican, Asian and German foods so far and are looking forward to taking a Food Safety Course in March. Light Horse has two new juniors that are in the process of learning more about 4-H. These girls have spent a lot of time preparing and practicing their speeches for Districts on March 1. They are excited to attend the Equine Education Day at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the U of S on March 7 to learn

more about horse health care. Feb. 13 our members stood up in front of their families and friends and gave their speeches. Thank you to our judges, Lynda Erlandson and Colleen Wicks. They did a great job. The winners will be participating in District Speeches on March 1 at the Western Development Museum. Rockin 4-H hosted a Curling Funspiel for the district on Feb. 28 in North Battleford at the CUplex. Funspiels are always a great time for all the players.

Rockin 4-H Multiple Club - back row - Janice Fendelet (General Leader), Hunter Leibel, Reece Burton, Eric Boyko, Hunter Reid -front row - Colbie Macleod, Lexi Roth, Emily Gagne and Evey Gagne. Photo submitted

Necessary Evils/Finding Love By Helen Row Toews As I sat in a waiting room after having driven a friend to her colonoscopy appointment, I considered the whole subject of unpleasant medical exams – hers in particular and mine by extension. Happily for me, I was able to wait outside with a newspaper as she was wheeled away on a gurney. Until the moment she walked into the hospital and stood at the admissions desk I wasn’t sure if she would even go through with it, but swilling back a gallon of grape flavoured laxative isn’t something you do on a whim; escape was futile. Turning to me as we scuffled off down the hallway she had hissed, “They asked for photo ID, can you believe it? Who

in their right mind would want to fraudulently attend someone else’s colonoscopy appointment? They’d have to be crazy!” I giggled uncomfortably, feeling her pain. I’ve undergone various tests, too. In fact, as you may well expect, I have a tale to tell along this theme. (Insert disclaimer here). In order to set the scene you must know that prior to this procedure I was single, and friends

had invited me to a dine and dance. It had been a lovely evening. We’d eaten well, cavorted about the dance floor and met some interesting people, one of whom was a strikingly handsome fellow with aristocratic bearing and impeccable style; a poor sense of humour perhaps – but I could’ve worked around that. Fast forward a week. I entered the Manitoba hospital, where I lived at

the time, and was handed disposable blue booties and the usual backless gown. Yay. Once attired in these offensive garments, the nurse led me along a cheerless passage and through swinging doors to where an icy, steel slab awaited my presence. Double yay. With his back to us, the physician busily clattered instruments onto a tray and instructed the nurse to have me lie down. Then whirling about with a grim smile he began to introduce himself. His voice trailed into nothingness. We had met before – he was the man from the party – and I was having a BARIUM ENEMA. Yikes! My face must have registered the horror I was feeling, but apart from that first jolt of recognition, he quickly smoothed his

features into a masklike neutrality. “Roll over please,” he stated calmly, “and extend your posterior, this may hurt a little. Try to relax.” “RELAX?” a voice screamed in my head. Was he for real? The whole episode had quickly taken on a nightmarish quality not unlike an old Alfred Hitchcock movie. RELAX? REALLY? What kind of nut could feel at ease when a handsome, eligible man sees you, not only attired in paper slippers and sackcloth, but is required by his profession to run a tube up your butt and introduce a foreign substance into your cramping bowels before snapping photographic evidence of the event for later consideration? Aargh! Of course, people have managed to form lasting relationships in the midst of some rather strange circumstances, but let’s be honest – once an enema has been administered it’s

pretty much over. We parted ways without further eye contact or comment, and have never spoken again. Medical procedures are important, but as precursors to lasting relationships – not so much. Helen was born in Maidstone, Sask., and has lived on the family farm in the Lloydminster area much of her life. As married mother of four grown children, Helen works as writer, bus driver and EA in her local school. This, along with her love of the Canadian prairies, travel, and all things humorous, is what she draws upon to write her tales. To order Prairie Wool, a collection of short, humorous anecdotes gleaned from the everyday of rural life, or to find more of these relatable stories from the prairies, please go to myprairiewool.com and use the link to Amazon, or write to her at helen@myprairiewool.com for signed copies.

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Located off newly paved road #795. Huge development potential for this property! Exceptional location, set on one of Saskatchewan Parkland’s best lakes for recreation and fishing. The South Bay Inn is uniquely situated proximate to the high water line, with over an acre of land (see Plot Plan for details and note the additional buffer zone area along the north side). Currently zoned LD1 (allows homes, cabins) with discretionary approval for commercial use. Or, the Inn can be operated as is for time being with a lucrative return and the development potential will make this site an excellent investment property for the future. For viewing please contact Karl or Candace @ 306-845-8048. SOUTH BAY INN includes 174 feet of titled lake/beach frontage. Highest or any other offer not necessarily accepted. Tenders will not be disclosed. All tenders to be accompanied by a certified cheque for 5% of the tender (refundable) in a sealed envelope marked “South Bay Tender” to the undersigned on or before 3:00pm on the 13th day of March 2020.

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A Chat with our Elected Leaders FRIDAY, Mar. 6th

A Love Letter from Canada’s Future Leaders

Canadian Chamber of Commerce: 5 Minutes for Business, February, 2020 “You have to have a diversity of viewpoints at the table to have an effective team.” President Barack Obama If you looked around the room at the Economic Club of Canada’s Future Skills: A Conversation with President Barack Obama event, you’d see a diverse crowd in age, race and gender. From students to young professionals to your own #TeamChamber, Canada’s future leaders gathered to examine what our workforce needs to prosper. The answer? People. Our workforce needs people who are adaptable. Many argue that in today’s digital age, there’s not much that people do that a machine can’t do better. Our workforce shouldn’t resist against this. We need to imagine new uses for human- power because automation will never have the ability to contribute innovative ideas or have the capacity to set goals like people do. Those are what we call durable skills: skills that go beyond a specific job that you can take with you anywhere and that will never be obsolete, such as creativity, leadership and good communication. To create an adaptable workforce, it’s crucial that people harness their EQ (emotional quotient) and IQ (intelligence quotient) to find their AQ (adversity quotient) to help them adjust to the rapid changes that are happening to our workforce.

Our workforce needs people who are leaders. Canada’s future lies within its next generation of leaders. We need a culture of openness where young leaders have the ability to bring their idea and insights forward. We need a culture that’s not risk-adverse, where decisions are information based yet people are comfortable taking chances. We need a culture that binds together social, business and political communities rather than dividing them. We need a culture that gives future leaders hope. Ultimately, our workforce is moving towards a culture shift, one tied to a sense of community in the institutions we are a part of. Canada’s next generation of leaders are tired of hearing about the future: they want to shape and diversifying our workforce is how we’ll do it.

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Our workforce needs people who are diverse. Diversity is imperative for an effective workforce. Our prosperity depends on ensuring all Canadians - from all sectors, regions and backgrounds - have the opportunity to take part in our society. Research shows that the most successful organizations are creating diversified and inclusive workplaces in which individual differences and the contributions of all employees are valued. Our society needs to dismantle the barriers countless people face in order to access the talent and potential across the country. That’s why we’re committed to advocating for better mental health, accessibility and diversity in the workplace in order to help businesses take measures towards meaningful action.

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Farewell, Yuma, and home to wild weather By Elaine Woloshyn

a little too cold, but you would be surprised at all the faithfuls. I get to revisit some cousins that I never see – Gordon and Carol Gregoire from Ontario, Louise and Bernie Noble from Saskatoon, Joe and Judy Fransoo from Meota, Vernon Iverson of Meota (Judy deceased), Madeleine Fransoo (Cyril deceased), Madeleine’s oldest son Jerome and Heather of

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to check us out, we would love for you to drop in any Sunday morning for our 11 a.m. worship service. Feel free to come earlier for a coffee and chat. We do a selection of traditional and contemporary music. All ages are welcome, and we do have a Sunday school. Pastor Walker specializes in eschatology or end time events. If you are interested in what lies ahead for believers, non-believers, and the world in general, then we feel that you will enjoy our Tuesday afternoon Bible studies, as well as some Sunday morning worship times. We go to great lengths to make sure our services are not boring, that you will feel at home, and I think you will find the distance worth the drive.

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Shrove Tuesday pancake supper attracts 50 By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

Borden United and St. John’s Anglican Church hosted Shrove Tuesday supper on Feb. 25 in the Seniors’ Centre, with over 50 out to enjoy pancakes and sausages with saskatoons, strawberries, whipped cream and Quebec maple syrup to complement their meal. After supper Rev. Sheldon Carr held a short ceremony outside the Community Centre when he burned the palm leaves from last year’s service. The ashes were then used at an Ash Wednesday morning service in St. John’s Anglican Church. The Borden Friendship Club held their monthly potluck supper in their clubroom on Feb. 26, with 38 out to enjoy the supper and entertainment, but no birthdays for February. The tables were nicely decorated with purple flowers nestled in silver tinsel in rose bowls centered on white doilies. Local entertainment was provided and first up was the Friendship Singers, conducted by Marlene Derbawka with no accompaniment. In the group were Miriam & Delmar Hamm, Peter Thiessen, Steve Derbawka, Wendell Dyck, Brenda Roberts, Brenda Tumbach

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and Jean Brooke. Velora Friesen had a reading on something seniors can look forward to and Ed Neufeld told a few jokes. With his wife Mary accompanying him on the piano, Peter Thiessen. Anne Palmer had a reading on a lady needing help to unlock her car and Brenda Tumbach read about the blessings you have. Marlene Derbawka played mandolin and sang Scottish Soldiers, then switching to guitar sang Hallelujah and others. St. John’s Church held a luncheon, free of charge, on Feb. 28 in the church lower hall to show off their renovated bathroom, complete with new fixtures and a baby changing table. Speaking about the possibility of installing a lift in the church to access the lower hall and bathroom was Glen Ogilvie from Access 2000. Glen informed those present on where the lift would be built and how to access grants if they become available. The Borden Volunteer Firefighters had another training session in Borden on Feb. 29 and March 1 with firefighters from

other nearby towns in attendance. The Borden Friendship Club fed them soup, buns and goodies on Saturday and stew with bread and squares on Sunday. They will be having one more session on March 28 and 29 when the club will again be feeding them noon lunches. Thanks to all the volunteers from the Seniors Club who provide the food and work at the lunches each month. Our granddaughter, Rachel Sutherland, daughter of Glenn and Sheri from Borden, flew to New Zealand on Feb. 26 along with her friend Abby from Club Volleyball and they will be in New Zealand until flying home May 22. They landed in Auckland, staying in hostels, then plan to do some touring and hiking for a few days, eventually making their way down to the South Island and Christchurch where my oldest son Bryan lives with his wife Helen and son Nikolai. Along the way Rachel and Abby plan to find some work, as they both have work visas for NZ. Rachel has been attending the U of S in the College of Agriculture, taking the one term off to travel, then will return to the U of S for a summer class and in the fall for another term. March 6 is World Day

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Seniors to host community luncheon at the lake By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The March Community Complex luncheon, being held March 20 will be hosted by the Meota Seniors from the Do Drop In. Proceeds will be divided between the hall and the Club. My grandkids in Costa Rica found the temperature at times a bit much – 35 by day and 27 at night. They enjoyed a tour of the rain forest, ziplined, hiked and swam. They saw howler monkeys, green palm viper snakes, large tarantulas and Foucon birds. The golf cart is out on the lake waiting for the ice to melt and we know spring is here. It is one of the Lion’s methods of raising money when people turn in a time guess of when it will sink. Duplicate bridge played in the Pioneer Hall Feb. 25 saw top score by Donna Scherman and Etta Weisner and second high score by Betsy

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Brown and Bob Brown. Feb. 27 saw top score go to Donna Scherman and Eric Callbeck, followed by Cletus Scherman and Anne Crozier. Norwegian Whist was played at the Do Drop In Friday with top scores going to Faye Goll, Linda Ard, and tied for third were Bev McCrimmon and Yvonne MacPherson. It was another nice socially active afternoon. The Shrove Tuesday supper of pancakes and sausages held at the Do Drop In Feb. 25 was well attended and enjoyed by all. It also served as an outlet for the Girls Club to show the community one of the crafts they were working on – cute little toques to trim a Christmas tree – as they stood around

the pool-table working on them. There was a display of photo albums showing projects from the past. Their meetings are held Tuesday evenings in the basement of the United Church. The older girls waited tables all evening. They enjoy their times and various projects under the leadership of Susan Demchuk, Lynn Joseph and Meg Wisner. There’s a fish derby coming up at Turtle Lake March 7. For info call 8457631 or 845-3216. The Minnehaha Snowmobile Rally is being held March 8, eight miles east on No. 674 and five miles north on No. 679, from Edam. Info numbers are 441-5130 and 441-1138. I forgot to mention that at their stop in Cambodia Joyce and Tony resisted the temptation to go touring in a taxi – which was a two-wheeled cart behind a motorbike – in all that dust and dirt it just wasn’t very appealing.

The Meota Girls Club at the Shrove Tuesday supper of pancakes and sausages held at the Do Drop In Feb. 25. It was well attended and enjoyed by all. At left, an 80th birthday party was held in the Do Drop In for Jack Stewart Feb. 26 with two birthday cakes and a sparkly 80. The cakes were served with ice cream and berries - delicious! His brother George from Vawn, relatives from Mervin and Turtleford and many locals joined in wishing Jack well and sang Happy Birthday to him. Special friends had taken Jack to the show, “Call of the Wild,” in the city the night before, which they all enjoyed. Photos submitted by Lorna Pearson

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March madness! By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

Even though it seems like January and February were full of events and activities, March is just as jam packed with things to do here in our community, helping pass this winter by. Congratulations to management, staff and board at Unity Credit Union who got to celebrate the long renovation process with a week-long grand re-opening event the last week of February. Congratulations to all of the new businesses, retirees and exemplary service winners at the Celebrate Unity event held this past Monday, March 2. Thank you also to our local chamber of commerce for hosting this event that celebrates all that is great in our community each year. Thank you to the community of Wilkie who included Unity food bank in their donations received from Kraft Canada (to the tune of 10,000 pounds of food) from their 2019 Hockeyville runner up win. Congratulations to Unity sled dog racers Amanda Grant, Jairo Demafelix and Gianne Demafelis who placed top three in the Canadian Challenge International Sled Dog race in Elkridge in February. Up next for these teams in the

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Torch River Sled Dog race taking place this weekend near Christopher Lake. Thank you to the organizers, hosts and volunteers of Mistletoe Magic as they generated $1,745 donated to the Unity museum. The annual ice carnival that wraps up skating season for many takes place this Sunday, March 8, at the arena. The USC club looks forward to support from their community at this event. Next weekend, the “Leap Forward to Mental Health” fundraiser is taking place at the community centre featuring a meal, a short presentation from mental health advocate Zoe Parkinson-Fisher, along with illusionist. The rink continues to host such a flurry of action we can hardly keep up with the teams that are still playing in provincials and league playoffs. Here is what we know so far. The Miners are out, the Midget AA Lazers in their farewell season are also done, which sadly sees the end of the Midget AA program in Unity via SHA decision. Minor hockey

Unity Credit Union board members Sharon Del Frari, Keith Wilson, Colette Lewin, Michael Soloski and Anita Parker ready to cut the grand-reopening cake as part of Unity Credit Unions grand re-opening celebrations.

teams are still on the go and I promise you the best way to know who is still in is by watching posters around town, checking out the Unity Recreation arena Facebook page, checking the TVs at the rink or on the town of Unity website. At the Unity curling rink, the majority of their hosting of bonspiels and playoffs is nearing completion. The Unity Ladies spiel is set for next weekend, March 13 and there still might be time to register a team by calling 306228-2212 or sending a PM to the UCC Facebook page. Good luck to team Heidt that includes UCC president, Glen Heitt, who are competing at the Masters men’s provincial championship next weekend, making this team’s third run at a different Sask. provincial

title. Following the ladies spiel will be the year-end mixed doubles fun spiel so sign up for this one as well because before we know it, curling season will be over. Up next on the March event calendar will be the annual Ducks Unlimited dinner held March 21. Tickets can be secured by contacting Curtis Sieben at the Unity Credit Union. Also upcoming in March is the Kids Can Cook program, which runs Mar. 13-27. Revolution Dance showcase is slated for March 13. A unique inaugural event is being held to benefit the local Mental Wellness program – Leap Forward for Mental Health, which includes a meal, a short program and an entertainer who has been on Penn and Teller. At UCHS, the congratu-

Unity Credit Union board president Colette Lewin assists Tom Stephenson and his grandsons Nate and Finn Volk, representing five generations of Unity Credit Union membership, stand with Unity Credit Union CEO Gerald Hauta as the ribbon was cut for this business’s official grand re-opening celebrations held all week, Feb. 24-28. Photos by Sherri Solomko

lation student Emma Baker who was selected from 2500 applicants to be part of the 2020 Shad conference this summer. Archery is still on target. Robotics continue to rumble in preparation for their big event in April. The drama team are in the final legs of their preparations for their regional drama festival presentation, Shuffling, with two shows, March 25 and 26 at their gym. Unity Public School, following spring break, will be readying to rally their academics before Easter break is soon upon them. Choirs and choral

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CNW - Most Canadians experienced a mild winter that lacked consistent cold weather. Does that mean we can look forward to an early spring? According to The Weather Network’s Spring Forecast for the months of March, April and May, most Canadians will have to be patient as we wait for the arrival of consistent warm weather. “Spring will tease us at times with periods of warm weather, but the warmth will lack consistency across most of Canada,” said Chris Scott, chief meteorologist with The Weather Network. “This spring will bring a heightened risk for several weeks of colder than normal weather, even for regions that will see average temperatures for the season overall. In addition, large parts of the country will have a wet spring.” Following is a more detailed look at the conditions expected across the country this spring: The Prairies – While winter lacked consistent cold, this spring will struggle to produce consistent warmth. Several weeks of colder than normal weather is expected as winter takes some parting shots before we settle into a warmer pattern. Near normal precipitation is expected for much of the region, but a wetter pattern is

The snow is slow to melt and above zero temperatures seem only to tease us with a hint of spring, so the birds, like this wind-ruffled chickadee, will continue to count on their favourite feeders, Photo by Louise Lundberg

expected near the U.S. border of Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Ontario & Quebec – A changeable and wet spring is expected. Temperatures will be near seasonal across southern areas, and warmer than the previous two springs. However, an interruption to the pattern is expected with several weeks of colder than normal weather before consistent warmth arrives. Northern areas will to be colder than normal. An active storm track will continue to bring above normal precipitation to the region. This will bring a heightened risk of spring

flooding to areas that have a deep snowpack and along the shores of the Great Lakes. British Columbia – Spring will get off to a slower start than many recent years, which will result in excellent spring skiing and help to make up for the slow start to the ski season. However, spring will finish strong across the region with temperatures tipping to the warm side of normal. Near normal rain and alpine snow are expected. Atlantic Canada – Spring will feature typical back and forth swings in temperature

which should come close to offsetting each other. An active storm track will bring near to above normal precipitation to the region, including a few more high impact winterlike storms. However, the snow pack is currently less than it has been during recent years, so the threat for spring flooding is not as high. Northern Canada – An unusually strong polar vortex will keep colder than normal temperatures across parts of the region well into spring, but above normal temperatures are expected to prevail across the Yukon.

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OBITUARIES MICHAUD: Betty Edith Michaud of Battleford, Saskatchewan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 25th, 2020 at the Battleford’s District Care Centre at the age of 86 years. Betty was born on July 4th, 1933 to Clayton and Lottie Kidd in Melfort, Saskatchewan. She spent many wonderful years married to Lionel Michaud and with their ten children. Betty is lovingly remembered by her children Darlene (Blake) Michaud, Janice (Richard) Wouters, Brian Michaud, Bill (Sharon) Michaud, Michelle (Mike) Neidig, Corinne (Tim) Michaud, Bernie (Shawna) Michaud, and Sheldon (Danielle) Michaud; 16 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; sister Janet Samida; sister-in-law Marge Kidd; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, friends and relatives. Betty is predeceased by her husband Lionel Michaud; her sons Brent Michaud and Barry Michaud; brother Don Kidd; brother-in-law Lorne Samida; and parents Clayton and Lottie Kidd. Donations in honor of Betty may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 2 – 630 45th Street west, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7L 5W9, www.cancer.ca, or to a charity of your choice. Funeral services for Betty will be held at a later date. The family has entrusted Sallows & McDonald-Wilson & Zehner Funeral Home (306) 4452418.

PETERS: Mr. Ruben Peters, resident of North Battleford passed away peacefully with family by his side Sunday, February 16, 2020 at the age of 73 years. A Celebration of Life Service was held Friday, February 21, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. at the Western Development MuseumHeritage Hall with George Watson officiating. A Private Family Inurnment will be held at a later date at Waldheim Cemetery. In Lieu of Flowers, Memorial donations in memory of Ruben Peters may be directed to the BUH Foundation- Designated to the ICU Unit, Po Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8. Ruben Jacob Peters, son of Jacob & Luisa (Klassen) Peters was born on October 14, 1946. He grew up on a farm in the Eigenheim area until they moved to Rosthern, SK after the passing of his mother. He graduated in 1965 and started a job at Konklins in Rosetown, SK. Then he was offered a job as a Parts Man at Valley Ford Rosthern where he worked for the next 20 years. In 1971, he married Salley (Janzen) and was blessed with two shining stars, Christie in 1973 and Candace in 1974. In 1987, Ruben and his family moved to North Battleford where he worked for Stacey Ford / Valley Ford for next 24 years. He then retired on October 14, 2011. Ruben spent many years cheering for Montreal Canadiens when he finally came to his senses and realized that it was a lost cause. So, he started cheering for Edmonton Oilers - some say he never learned. Ruben has suffered with lung issues and on February 16, 2020, he fought his last battle and passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He Leaves to Mourn his passing, his wife of 49 years, Salley (Née Janzen); daughters, Christie (Channing) SchneiderSamantha, Spencer, Ceejay; Candace (Chad) Gartner- Troy, Alexiana; sister Luisa Siemens; brother- and sisters-in-law, Irene Thiessen, Frieda Janzen, Wilmer (Lorina) Janzen; numerous nieces and nephews. Ruben was predeceased by his parents Jacob and Luisa Peters; in-laws Curt and Tillie Janzen; brothers-in-law, Rudolph Siemens, Peter Thiessen, Harvey Janzen, Stanley Janzen; nephews, Lorne Siemens and Wes Thiessen. For those wishing to leave a condolence, you can at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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CARON: It is with great sadness the family of Randy Alex Caron announce his passing on Feb. 20, 2020 in North Battleford. Randy was born in North Battleford March 4, 1957. He will be greatly missed by all his family. He was predeceased by his father Emil and mother Lucy Caron, 2 sisters Myrtle and Edna, and Brother Roy. Left to cherish his memory are his 3 brothers, 4 sisters. Randy had 4 children; 2 boys Austin and Cameron; 2 girls Morgan and Christie; most of all a very loving friend and companion Zenda; and all his loving grandchildren, nieces and nephews, and many friends. Card of Thanks To Robert Mackay for his service, and hospital staff and Doctors. From the Caron Family I would like to let everyone know that there will be a celebration of life for my father, Randy Caron on MARCH 13th 2020 at 12 o’clock at 315 Ave m south saskatoon, SK . Central Urban Metis Federation Inc __________________________________________________

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Levasseur: Lillian of Edam, Sask. Passed away at the Lady Minto Health Care Centre in Edam, Sask. On Tuesday February 4, 2020 at the age of 98. Lillian is survived by daughter Doris Forysth, Son Ernie (Judy) Levasseur, Daughter Donna Baillargeon (Ben) Daughter Marilyn Beatch. 15 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 10 great geat grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband George Levasseur, his parents Charles & Marry, her parents Bill and Mabel Milnthorp, 4 brothers and 4 sisters, her grandson Bob, son-in-law Jim. The prayer Vigil was Sunday, Feb 9th at Christ the King Catholic Church, funeral service was conducted from the Edam/Vawn Playdium Feb 10 with Father Barry Tkachuk officiating. The Hymms sung were In the garden, The old ruggest cross, Beyond the sunset. A special song “You’re my best friend” sung by Macey Levasseur. Active Pallbearers were her grandsons Brian, Mike, Jason, Lorne, Kevin, Shane, Lance, Kyle, Chance. McCaw Funeral Service administrated the funeral arrangements. Lillian Georgina Levasseur was born August 20, 1921 at Lady Minto Hospital in Edam. Her parents were William “Bill” and Mabel Minlthorp. Mom was the sixth child in a family of nine, having 4 brothers and 4 sisters. Mom was raised on her parents farm a few miles N.E of Edam, where she helped with all the farm chores as well as helping care for her younger siblings. As a young girl she really enjoyed acrobatics, and mom quite often told us of the time when she was at a concert and Mr.Hardcastle told her if she could bend over backwards and pick up a quarter from between her feet with her mouth she could have the quarter and she did. Mom started working away from home when she was 14 and later worked at Lady Minto Hospital as a cook. Mom met dad, George Levasseur when he worked at a neighbor’s farm. Three years later, they were married on April 9, 1942 at Fairholme. They started their life together by travelling south to work as a couple, for farmers in Plato, McCrorie, and Lucky Lake areas. While there their daughter Doris was born in Eston. Later that year they returned to Edam where they rented land and a home N.E of Edam. In January 1946 their son Ernie was born. In 1947, they moved again to dad’s parents farm in the Blackfoot SD. They were later blessed with 2 more daughters Donna and Marilyn. Mom and dad worked together on the farm. The kids remember there was no job off limits for mom and she would give her best never complaining often adding a little fun to the job. She wasn’t the mom that needed gloves and a mask to clean out a chicken coop. mom was a good cook and everything they needed was grown in their garden or raised right on their own farm. If you head over to moms’ house even now you will likely find some canning in the basement that she was still able to do, even in her 90’s. She loved to sew and made many nice things for her children. Doris remembers a little green plush coat her mom had made for her from the cover of the old car seats that dad had taken apart. This was not a louis Vuitton but a Lillie Vuitton design. In the summer we always enjoyed the Jack fish stampede and the North Battleford fair. Once when Ernie was little he ran away from home and everyone was frantic looking for him. Our neighbor came accross him curled in a ball in the wheat field sound asleep. Even up to the last time Ernie left mom at the care home, he would say “I am going to run away now mom.” The only change is now he was running back to work and not to have a sleep in the wheat feild. All us children started our school at Blackfoot School District. One day the phone rang at the school, mom needed help as a dog was in the chicken coop killing all her chickens. The teacher along with Doris and Ernie headed home and after several shots and a bonk over the head with a 2x4 the BADGER met its waterloo. In 1958 dad purchased the Massey Harris dealership (Levasseurs) in Edam. They then moved their family into town. In 1960 they purchased the lumber yard. Mom then learned bookkeeping and took pride in her skills. She continued to do the books for more than 40 years. They also continued to farm along with their business. Once when dad was taking off the crop, mom found herself stuck on top of the grain bin as the ladder had blown down. Mom waved frantically at dad as he passed by on each round in there field right next to her, he waved back each time not realizing she could not get down. When he returned to the bins he told her he just thought she was being extra friendly. Mom and dad enjoyed traveling and their semi retirement spend their winters in Yuma. In 2001 dad passed away and mom lost her sole mate that day. Mom would continue to travel after dad was gone. For her 80th birthday she jetted off to Toronto to visit Lance. Then over the years she continued to travel to B.C, Hawaii, Chicago, Rotan and Cayman Islands. Marilyn and her boys enjoyed many memorable moments with grandma on these vacations. She always wanted to go higher and faster in everything she did. Not many people could say they had parasailed, or jet skied in the ocean at the age of 88. Mom loved nature, everything was beauitful to mom. She loved the lake and the ocean, and she would swim for hours on end. She loved trees and often claimed that her and her dad had planted several trees in the community. Mom was an artist and likely most people would have heard her say these words, “I painted that with these 2 little fingers” She could paint on anything and make it beautiful. her claim to fame is the fact that one of her paintings is hung in a museum in Montreal.She also loved music and especially loved to sing. She sang in the Edam Catholic Church choir for many years. Mom loved her birthday and all the large family gatherings to celebrate it. We remember her singing happy birthday to “me” “dear lily” and held out on blowing the candles out. She wanted to live to 100 but 98 celebtations were enjoyed. Mom was so thanful and appreciative of anything and escpecially of time everyone spent with her. She always wanted us to stay longer. Donna and Ben have good memories of when she stayed with them. it didn’t matter where they took mom she always appreciated the adventure. Donna remembers visiting mom at the care home, when mom would notice they arrived she would clap her hands and her face would lighten up. She would say, “Did you come to see me?” do you know how happy I am to see you and then tell us how much she loved us. All of moms family also share this memory. Mom loved going for drives in the country and would count everything cattle, grain bins etc. Any spare minute mom had was spent doing word search puzzles and she was amazing at them even at 98 years. One night when dad was sick, he held Doris’s hand and asked if she would look after mom for him. Doris feels she has done her best to keep her promise. Mom and dad were blessed with 4 children, 15 grandchildren, 33 great grandchildren and 10 great great grandchildren. Each had a special connection with grandma and a heart full of memories.Our world was a better place because of mom, she will be missed everyday. Mom is now reunited with dad, and we will forever hold our memories close to our heart until we meet again. Card of thanks. A special thank you to all their members of Lillians family who took part in the service, the pallbearers, candle lighters, cross bearer, readers, eulogy, the offering and collection of pictures and music for the slide show. A sincere thank you to McCaws for their guidance and patience during this sad time, to Father Barry for the prayer Vigil and funeral service. To Bev Meikle and the Edam community choir for the beautiful music and the CWL ladies for a lovely lunch. thank you to everyone for the cards, phone calls, flowers and consolences sent to our family.Thank you also for donations in moms memory. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________

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for the Board of Directors for the Turtleford Credit Union Limited The Turtleford Credit Union is seeking eligible members who may be interested in running for vacant positions on our Board of Directors. The responsibilities of a director include regular monthly meetings, policy development, reviewing operations, and future planning. A nomination kit may be picked up at the credit union, or for more information you may contact Ian Heggstrom, General Manager at (306) 845-2105, or one of the Nominating Committee Members: Bruce Meikle (306) 845-7663, Larry Macnab (306) 845-7661, or Rob Bannerman (306) 845-7790. Completed nomination kits must be submitted to the credit union before close of business (4 pm) on Friday, March 13, 2020. Annual General Meeting is March 30, 2020 in Turtleford.

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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. INTENT: The proposed amendment would increase the maximum site size for single detached dwellings in the LD3 – Lakeshore Development 3 District from 3.9 ha to 4.5 ha.

AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the LD3 District would be affected. The District is currently limited to the land lying east of Municipal Highway No. 795 within NW ¼ 14-53-19-W3M. www.rmofmervin.ca/planning-and-development/publicnotification/. REASON: The larger site size would accommodate a proposed subdivision of Parcel D, Plan 85B06234 Ext. 2, within the NW ¼ 14-53-19-W3M, and would better reflect the existing parcel sizes within the LD3 District within the same land.

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 viewing at www.rmofmervin.ca/planning-and-development/publicnotification/.

PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on March 18th at 1:30pm 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 also consider written comments received by March 13, 2020. For additional information, please contact (306) 397-1000 or yvonne@northboundplanning.ca.

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Salsa Dancing Lessons. Upsatirs at the North Battleford Legion 1352-100th street. Dress for comfort. For beginner and experienced dancers. Bring a partner, crew or come solo. All genders welcome. CASH bar only. Come out, learn a new skill, get moving and have fun; Our BSSC salsa classes are a blast!! Follow us on BSSC Battlefords’ Salsa Social Club on Facebook for upcoming events! For more information, contact Megan Hewison at (306)481-4538.

Saturday March 14, 2020

Join us for a fun afternoon celebrating PI and PIE! At the North Battleford Library. There will be fun and entertaining science, art and math activities and even some pie to take home. Ages 6-12.

Saturday March 14, 2020

Steak Night in support of the 43 Air Cadets. Steak, baked potato, mushrooms, 2 salads, garlic toast. email or text to reserve your meal: anettap@skacl.ca 780-872-2010

Alcoholics Anonymous

Please call our 24 hour at 1-877-341-3322 for support or information.

Al-anon Family Groups

If someone’s drinking troubles, attending Al-Anon Family Group provides understanding and support. Meetings Monday at 7:00 PM and Friday at 10:00 AM at the Zion Lutheran Church, corner of 15th Ave. & 108th Street. Contacts 306-937-7765, 306-937-7289 or 306-441-9324.

Mondays & Thursdays

North Battleford Table Tennis. September - May 28. Mondays & Thursdays from 7:00PM - 9:00PM 1371-103rd Street - use back parking lot doors off 102nd - behind the library. Youth, Adults & Seniors - All skill levels. Contact us for more information or drop in! tabletennisnb@gmail.com.

Thursdays

Peer to Peer Support Group for Mental Health meets Thursday mornings @ 9:30 am at 1602 103rd Street in North. We welcome you to join us as we work towards recovery, and support one another.You will be warmly welcomed by all.

Saturday March 7, 2020

Poetry Club, at the North Battleford Library. Come share your poetry with the group in a safe space. Ages 13+

Saturday March 7, 2020

English Conversation Circle for newcomers to Canada. - Focus of this session is on improving pronunciation - Also, discuss our community and culture and meet new friends At North Battleford Library (1392 101st Street, North Battleford, SK) Come to one or more classes Family friendly; all are welcome and children can enjoy books and activities English Conversation Circles are facilitated by North West College in partnership with the Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre, the North Battleford Library, the Government of Saskatchewan as well as Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.

Sunday March 8, 2020

St. Vital Family Perogy Supper. At the St.Vital Center Battleford, SK. 5:00PM Gathering and Fellowship, 6:00PM Supper. Admission by advance tickets only! Tickets available at: st.Vital Parish Office 306-937-7340 Marilyn O’Driscoll - 306-397-3998 or 306-480-7010 (Leave a message if not in) Sold in the Church entrance before and after Mass. Take out orders Call, 306-9373998 or 306-480-7010 Marilyn O’Driscoll Or 306-397-7340 - Parish Office. (If not answer at these numbers please leave a message) Orders must be places by Thursday, March 5, 2020.

Tuesday March 10, 2020

Glorying In The Cross.Tuesdays - March 3 to April 7 from 12:00 noon to 12:55PM The Cross in the Prophets (Luke 24:25-26) Jan Cooke, Four Square, Battleford. All Lunches Are At St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall 1302-99th Street, North Battleford, SK. Everyone Welcome!

Tuesday March 10, 2020

Seniors Fun Day. At St. Joseph Hall - 1942-98th Street, North Battleford. From 2:00 - 4:00PM. Bingo, Coffee and entertainment by Old Timers. All Seniors Welcome.

Wednesday March 11, 2020

Dungeons & Dragons, at the North Battleford Library. Enjoy storytelling and laughter in these fun interactive games. There will be pre made characters or you can bring your own characters. For newcomers and experienced players. Ages 15+

Saturday March 14, 2020

St. Patrick’s Day Bake sale.Will be held Saturday, March 14, 2020 at the Co-op Territoarial Mall. Starting at 9:30 AM Delicious home backing.

Monday March 16, 2020

Sharing Griefs Journey.A support group for those struggling with the loss of a loved one. Monday afternoons at 1:30-3:00PM. For more information call: Sue 306-441-5441, Denise 306-441-3338.

Tuesday March 17, 2020

Glorying In The Cross. The Cross in the Psalms (Luke 24:44) Dexter Van Dyke,Third Avenue United Church.All Lunches Are At St. Paul’s Anglican Church Hall 1302-99th Street, North Battleford, SK. Soup & Sandwich - $5.00 Tea& Coffee included - extra sandwich - $1.00 Everyone Welcome.

Wednesday March 18, 2020

A special film presentation of LUNCH HOUR followed by an interview with Dr. Rachel Engler-Stringer. Hosted by the Pilot Project for Universal Luches in Schools. Catch the showing of a documentary that looks at childhood obesity, school food and what fuels all those unhealthy cravings.

Saturday March 21, 2020

An altered book workshop where you are the author of your own creative license. Pre-register for this FREE workshop at the North Battleford Library or call 306-445-3206. No experience necessary. All supplies included.

Saturday March 21, 2020

Free English Conversation Circle -conversation-communityPronunciation-friends and support. Come to one or more classesfamily friendly: all are welcome and children can enjoy books and activities.

Saturday March 21, 2020

Celebrate Spring. Beef Strew, Biscuits, Dessert Buffet. Entertainment. At 5:30PM. At St.Paul’s Anglican Church Hall 130299th Street, North Battleford. Tickets available at church office. 306-445-4155

Saturday March 21, 2020

Club 70 Social Dance Club - Gold Tones. Everyone Welcome, 7:00PM – 11:00PM. Lunch Served at 11:00PM. Carol: 306-386-2470

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Heavy Duty Mechanics, Dozer Operators and 1A Drivers required:

Needed for a summer operated crusher. Perfect for individual looking for seasonal contract or for semi-retired. Very good compensation. Adrian 250-486-0006

Late model, clean CAT, JD equip: winch, dump, gravel trucks and trailers. Both camp and shop locations; R & B provided.

Currently accepting applications for CROP HAIL ADJUSTERS for the 2020 hail season. (July - October)

HAY/BALES FOR SALE Round and Square Bales: 200 Round greenfeed oat bales; 100 Round oat staw bales; 300 Round wheat staw bales; 300 small square pure alfalfa bales and 500 small square wheat straw bales. Phone or text 306-291-9395 Langham, SK.

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES The museum is now taking applications for the 2020 HONOR OUR VETERANS BANNER PROGRAM We are accepting Veterans from both World Wars, South African War 1899-1902; Korean War. Please contact the museum at 306-937-7111 or flm@battleford.ca for applications or inquiries.

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Tuesday, March 10th @ 1 p.m. 7 Annual Built Right Bull Sale th

Featuring Pederson Livestock Black Angus, W.J. Simmentals & Big Johnson Charolais. On offer: 108 Yearling & Two Year Old Bulls and 5 Heifers

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REGISTRATIONS

Pre-Kindergarten & Kindergarten Registration Light of Christ Catholic School Division and Living Sky School Division are accepting students into the Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Programs for the 2020-21 school year. Students must meet the following criteria: Kindergarten: Children who are five years old as of December 31, 2020. Pre-Kindergarten: Children must be 3 or 4 years of age at the time of application. Please see the LOCCS website (www.loccsd.ca) or the LSSD website (www.lskysd.ca) for further Pre-K criteria. Please contact your local school for registration details. North Battleford Schools – Light of Christ Catholic Schools Holy Family (Pre-K & K) 306-445-2360 St. Mary (Pre-K & K) 306-445-5152 Notre Dame (Pre-K & K) 306-445-0283 Ecole Monseigneur Blaise Morand 306-446-2167 French Immersion (K only) North Battleford/Battleford Schools – Living Sky Schools Battleford Central (Pre-K & K) 306-937-2112 Bready (K Only) 306-445-4954 Connaught (Pre-K & K) 306-445-3661 Heritage Christian School (K Only) 306-446-3188 Lawrence (Pre-K & K) 306-445-4944 McKitrick (Pre-K & K) 306-445-3851 St. Vital Catholic School (Pre K& K) 306-937-2233

TENDERS

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF REDBERRY NO. 435 FOR SALE BY TENDER The R.M. of Redberry No. 435 is offering for Sale by Tender:

Block A, Plan 101547930 Ext 54 Property Commonly referred to as Redberry Store Property

Tenders should be in a sealed envelope marked “Offer for Tender – Redberry” or by Email - please put in the Subject Matter in Email - Offer for Tender - Redberry Tenders to be returned no later than 4:00 P.M., Thursday, April 9, 2020 to the Auditors of the R.M. of Redberry No. 435 at; Grant Thornton c/o Vanessa Wu 130 Robin Crescent, Unit #4 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7L 6M7 Or email to Vanessa.Wu@ca.gt.com Payment will be required within thirty days of notice of successful bid. Tenders will be presented to Council on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Call 306-549-2333 if you require further information. CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

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Liquor Permit Advertising Form Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997, Notice is hereby given that Glennda Ileft has applied to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) for a Special Use - Theatre Concert Other permit to sell alcohol in the premises known as She Nanigans at 792 108th St North Battleford SK, S9A 2A4. Written objections to the granting of the permit may be filed with SLGA not more than two weeks from the date of publication of this notice. Every person filing a written objection with SLGA shall state their name, address and telephone number in printed form, as well as the grounds for the objection(s). Petitions must name a contact person, state grounds and be legible. Each signatory to the petition and the contact person must provide an address and telephone number. Frivolous, vexatious or competition-based objections within the beverage alcohol industry may not be considered and may be rejected by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Licensing Commission, who may refuse to hold a hearing. Write to: Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Box 5054 REGINA SK S4P 3M3 Pursuant to Section 62 of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulation Act, 1997 the above advertisement shall be published once each week for two successive weeks, in a newspaper published in the municipality in which the proposed outlet is or is to be situated, or if no newspaper is published in the area, then in a newspaper published in Saskatchewan and circulating in the area.

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R.M. OF MEDSTEAD NO. 497

SEASONAL GRADER/EQUIPMENT OPERATOR POSITION The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 invites applications for an experienced full time Seasonal Grader/ Equipment Operator. The Seasonal Grader/ Equipment Operator will be responsible for public works operations, organizing their own schedule and work duties, have good communication skills and be able to prepare and maintain reports as directed by the Council. Wages will be between $25.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience. The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 is located in central Saskatchewan located approximately forty five minutes north of North Battleford. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and have skill and experience in maintenance and operation of heavy equipment including grader, dozer, buggy, tractor, mower, rock picker and mulcher. Submit written resumes stating experience, expected wage, two references and a current driver’s abstract by 4:00 p.m. on March 12th, 2020. All resumes shall be marked “Seasonal Grader/Equipment Operator Position” and mailed, dropped off at the address below or emailed to rm497@sasktel.net. R.M. of Medstead No. 497 Box 12 Medstead, SK S0M 1W0 Council thanks all applicants for their interest in this position but only persons selected for interviews will be contacted. The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 reserves the right to reject and refuse any or all expressions of interest.

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MENTAL HEALTH WORKER REQUIRED Edwards Society Inc. is a community organization providing residential services to persons with long term mental illness. We are inviting applications for the position of Mental Health Worker II. This position is responsible to facilitate the learning of new skills and solving day to day problems through both individual and group activities for individuals living in their own homes. Qualifications: • Continuing Care Aid certificate or other equivalent education and/or experience • Working knowledge regarding confidentiality as it applies to a health care setting • A basic knowledge regarding mental health & addictions • Ability to work effectively with community resources and personnel • Competent in problem solving and decision making skills • Must be computer proficient • First aid and violence prevention training an asset To apply, please submit your resume with a cover letter, along with all of your certificates. Wage commensurate with knowledge and experience. Deadline for applications is March 13, 2020 Apply in person, fax or email to: EDWARDS SOCIETY INC. 11301 Clark Drive • North Battleford, Sk. S9A 3P4 Fax: 306-445-0334 Email: wendy.esi@sasktel.net

Only those individuals who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

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North West College

Summer Student Employment Opportunities Battlefords Campus

North West College is currently inviting applications for the following two Summer Student Opportunities: Information Technology Assistant: responsible for assisting with equipment configuration, installation and inventory reconciliation. Term: May 4 – August 28, 2020 Research Assistant: provides clerical support for research projects, file management and data entry. Term: May 4 – August 21, 2020 Must currently be registered as a student with plans to return to school in the fall. Wage: $17.62 per hour For complete position profiles, and application visit www.northwestcollege.ca. Applications will be received until noon, Monday, March 23, 2020.

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TEMPORARY PART-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT REQUIRED (Sick Leave) Edwards Society Inc.

Edwards Society Inc. is a community organization providing residential services to persons with long term mental illness through a group home, supported living and semi independent living programs. The successful applicant will have • Training and/or experience in periodic bookkeeping, working with Dac Easy accounting • Training and/or experience in Easy Pay payroll & SAHO benefits for approximately 15 staff • Strong computer skills, proficient in MS Word, Outlook & Excel • Excellent verbal & written communication skills • Time management & good organization skills • Sound judgment, discretion and high level of confidentiality • Valid driver’s license • Criminal and vulnerable sector record check This position would start at 24 hours per week

Apply by March 9th, 2020 to:

Wendy Childerhose, Executive Director 11301 Clark Drive • North Battleford, Sk. S9A 3P4 Fax: 306-445-0334 | Email: wendy.esi@sasktel.net

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Posting #93-BC-1920 Reporting to the Business Development Manager, the Program Coordinator position is responsible for planning, budgeting, organizing, developing, delivering and promoting education programs. The Coordinator will develop an effective network of business and industry contacts, perform an inclusive needs identification process, implement a consultative sales approach, and link clients to College programs, courses and services that meet the needs of clients. In order to successfully meet the goals and objectives of the College’s internal and external clients, the position takes the lead role and responsibility for monitoring, guiding, evaluating, meeting enrollment targets, and managing the assigned program area. Compensation: $32.47 per hour, with an excellent benefits package Start Date: March 30, 2020 For a complete position profile, and application, visit www.northwestcollege.ca Applications will be received until Noon on Tuesday, March 10, 2020.

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The Rural Municipality of Redberry No. 435 is accepting applications for a qualified

Administrator

Start date would preferably be Around Mid - April, 2020, however there may be some flexibility in the Start Date.

Redberry Lake Regional Park is accepting applications for the following position:

MAINTENANCE: 40 hour weeks: 8 hour days from May 1st to Sept. 30th. Must have valid driver's license; be able to work well with others; be able to work weekends. List expected salary. This position you must provide a "Criminal Check" before being hired.

Submit resume by March 15, 2020

Send to email: redberrylakepark@xplornet.com or by mail to Box 250 Hafford, SK S0J 1A0.

For more information call Bernedette Harach 639-317-4346

The Administrator will be responsible to council for all operations of the municipality in accordance with policies established by council and the Municipalities Act and Regulations. Applicants shall possess excellent communication, critical thinking, public relations and time management skills and be able to work under strict timelines. The position requires minimum “Class C” certificate. Experience with Munisoft software is an asset. The office is located at Hafford, Saskatchewan with accommodations available in the community. The R.M. offers a competitive salary and provides SARM benefits package. The salary range is dependent upon experience and qualifications of the successful applicant. Interested candidates please submit a detailed resume including qualifications, past and present work experience, salary expectations and three work related references. A current criminal records check must accompany your application. The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. R.M. of Redberry No. 435 rm435@sasktel.net Box 160 Hafford, Sask S0J 1A0 Phone: 306-549-2333 or Fax: 306-549-2435

Seasonal Equipment OperatorR.M. of Parkdale No. 498 The Rural Municipality of Parkdale No. 498 is presently accepting applications for the position of Seasonal Equipment Operator. The position is for full time seasonal employment commencing April 1, 2020 or as negotiated. Job duties include but are not limited to the operation of a motor grader for the maintenance and repair of roads, as required by road conditions and directed by the Council of the R.M. of Parkdale. As well as the regular service and maintenance of equipment as qualified and required. Qualifications must include the possession of a valid driver’s license and knowledge of equipment operation and service. Knowledge of motor grader operation and road maintenance would be an asset. The R.M. of Parkdale offers competitive wages and a benefits package. Please submit applications stating experience, qualifications, and two references to: R.M. of Parkdale No. 498 Box 310 Glaslyn, SK S0M 0Y0 rm498@sasktel.net Fax: 306-342-4442 The position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The R.M. of Parkdale thanks all applicants for their interest in the position, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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The Rural Municipality of Round Hill No. 467 is seeking to fill one Full-Time Position as an Operating Foreman for Road Maintenance. The successful candidate will meet the following criteria: – Have knowledge of operating and servicing various equipment as required for the position such as tractor/mower, grader etc. – Class 5 Drivers License – Have working knowledge of grading techniques and road maintenance – Have good organizational, communication and record keeping skills – 25 yrs of related experience preferred. Duties may include but not limited to: – Responsible to ensure that all roads are bladed on a priority basis, in a professional and safe manner – To be a working Foreman and equipment operator when necessary – Responsible for oversight of maintenance and repairs of equipment – Tracking inventory Skills And Abilities Essential Skills – Oral communication – Working with others – Decision making – Critical thinking – Job task planning and organizing – Continuous learning Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.) – Driver’s licence Work Setting – Municipal government Employment is to begin as soon as possible. The RM of Round Hill offers a competitive wage, a comprehensive benefits package and the MEPP (Municipal Employees Pension Plan). Applicants are invited to submit a resume including job-related safety courses and certificates achieved to: RM of Round Hill No. 467 Box 9 Rabbit Lake, SK S0M 2L0 Fax: (306) 824-2150 Email: rm467@sasktel.net Application Deadline: March 12th, 2020 by 4:00 pm Current drivers abstract and references will be required for those selected for an interview. The RM Council appreciates all applications but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

R.M. OF MEDSTEAD NO. 497 SEASONAL MAINTENANCE/EQUIPMENT OPERATOR POSITION The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 invites applica�ons for an experienced full �me Seasonal Maintenance/ Equipment Operator. The Seasonal Maintenance/ Equipment Operator will be responsible for mowing this municipality’s ditches, rock picking, mulching in conjunc�on with the grader operators, installing and repairing signs and other jobs as directed by the Reeve. Opportunity may be present in the future to move into a grader operator posi�on. Pay rates depending on experience. The R.M. of Medstead No. 497 is located in central Saskatchewan located approximately forty five minutes north of North Ba�leford. Applicants must possess a valid Class 5 driver’s license and have skill and experience in maintenance and opera�on of equipment including tractor, mower, rock picker and mulcher. Submit wri�en resumes sta�ng experience, expected wage, two references and a current driver’s abstract by 4:00 p.m. on March 12th, 2020. All resumes shall be marked “Seasonal Maintenance/Equipment Operator Posi�on” and dropped off at the RM Office, mailed to the address below or emailed to rm497@sasktel.net.

The Rivers West District for Sport Culture & Recreation Inc. is looking for four (4) dynamic, dependable, motivated individuals who love working with children. The successful applicants will be based out of the Rivers West District - North Battleford office. Employment is temporary full-time (35 hours per week), Monday to Friday, beginning June 15th, 2020 and ending on August 21st, 2020. Applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, have access to a reliable vehicle, possess current CPR and First Aid certification (or be willing to take the courses), provide a criminal record check and be in Grade 12 or attending post-secondary education. Play Leadership training will be provided by the District. Deadline for application is March 27th, 2020. Only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Send resume, cover letter and three references to: Cynthia Tymoruski, Community Development Coordinator Rivers West District for Sport, Culture & Recreation Inc. P.O. Box 822, #95 – 891 99th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Website: www.riverswestdistrict.ca Or fax to: (306) 446-7172 Or email to: rwdscr.cynthiat@sasktel.net Follow us on:

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Stops by gang unit net eight arrests, 63 weapons and drugs charges The Battlefords Gang Task Force, in operation since November of 2019, has recently made a number of vehicles stops that have resulted in eight arrests and 63 charges related to drugs and weapons. On Wednesday, Feb. 18, at approximately 4:15 p.m., Battlefords Gang Task Force attempted to stop a vehicle in the city of North Battleford. The vehicle failed to stop for police and a pursuit was not initiated by members. Police on patrol later located the same vehicle sitting stationary. The vehicle was prevented from leaving and one male and three females were arrested. A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of two firearms, methamphetamine and

cash from the vehicle. Jordan Grant Waskewitch, 29 years old of Alberta, is charged with 23 Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences some of which are: possession of methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking; flight from police; dangerous driving; multiple breaches of court orders; fail to comply with a breath demand; multiple charges in relation to the possession of two prohibited firearms. Cherise Teichroeb, 32 years old of Alberta., is charged with the following Criminal Code charges: obstruct a peace officer; possession of a prohibited firearm in a motor vehicle; possession of a prohibited firearm knowing posses20031BS0 20032BS0

sion is unauthorized. Naomi Soosay, 25 years old of Alberta, is charged with the following Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act charges: possession of methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking; possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking; possession of property obtained by crime; possession of a prohibited firearm in a motor vehicle; possession of a prohibited firearm knowing possession is unauthorized. On Feb. 25, at approximately 1:30 p.m., Battlefords Gang Task Force stopped a vehicle in the city of North Battleford. The driver was found to be operating a motor vehicle while impaired. A passenger in the vehicle had multiple outstanding warrants. The passenger was arrest-

ed and was found with a loaded firearm in his possession. Jamie Lynn Musqua, 37 years old of North Battleford, was charged with the following Criminal Code charges: operate a motor vehicle while impaired by alcohol; operate a motor vehicle with a blood alcohol content over 80 mg%; a male youth from North Battleford, was charged with the following nine Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act charges: resist arrest; obstruct a peace officer; possession of methamphetamine; six firearms related charges. On Feb. 27, at approximately 7 a.m., Battlefords Gang Task Force stopped a vehicle in the city of North Battleford. The driver was suspended from driving and open alcohol was lo-

cated in the vehicle. There were also two female passengers in the vehicle who were arrested. Further investigation led to the seizure of a prohibited firearm from the vehicle. Marcus Baptiste, 22 years old of North Battleford, is charged with the following Traffic Safety Act and Criminal Code charges: drive while suspended; unsafe storage of a firearm; possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose; carry a concealed weapon; possession of a prohibited firearm in a motor vehicle; possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle; possession of a weapon obtained by crime; weapons possession for trafficking; possession of a firearm with a tampered serial number. Neisha Baptiste, 23 years old of North Battl20031JJ0

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Battlefords Boys & Girls CLUB

March at the Club

The first day of our Soccer Program kicks off Sunday, March 1st at the Fieldhouse! We can’t wait to see the smile on our member’s faces when they are running around enjoying this program.

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There will not be programming at our Satellite Sites on Monday, March 9th due to a PD Day. Our Main Site will be open from 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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Early Dismissal Day this month is Wednesday,March 25th. Programming at both our Main Site and our Satellite Sites will begin at 2:00 p.m.

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Are you looking for a way to give back to your community? We now have a Sarcan Drop & Go account! Head on down with your cans & bottles to our local SARCAN Recycling on 10020 Thatcher Ave, provide our account number: 3064450002, confirm that it’s the Boys & Girls Club account and follow the rest of the instructions given. Every nickel goes a long way, Thank you!

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Reminder – We are now offering Before-School Programming at EMBM! To register go to https://www.battlefordsboysandgirlsclub. ca/registration-form/satellite-registration-form/

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eford, is charged with the following Criminal Code charges: unsafe storage of a firearm; possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose; carry a concealed weapon; possession of a prohibited firearm in a motor vehicle possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle; possession of a weapon obtained by crime; weapons possession for trafficking; possession of a firearm with a tampered serial number. Josie Diamond, 20 years old of the Red Pheasant First Nation, is charged with the following Criminal Code charges: unsafe storage of a firearm; possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose; carry a concealed weapon; possession of a prohibited firearm in a motor vehicle; possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle; possession of a weapon obtained by crime; weapons possession for trafficking; possession of a firearm with a tampered serial number. The Battlefords Task Force was created on Nov. 1, 2019, in direct response to the significant increase in gun crime and violence that was occurring in the Battlefords area late in 2019. This Unit is set up as a six-month test pilot project staffed with reallocated existing members from the Battlefords Detachment.

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On Saturday, Feb. 29, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Maidstone RCMP received the report of a semi-truck versus pedestrian collision on Highway 16, two miles east of Lashburn. Two drivers were standing outside their vehicles to exchange information after being involved in a rearend motor vehicle collision, when a semi-truck attempted to swerve around the collision scene. The semi-truck struck both vehicles, including one of the drivers who was standing on the roadway. A 35-year-old female victim was transported to hospital in Lloydminster by Maidstone EMS and was airlifted to hospital in Edmonton on Sunday. Visibility was near zero at the time of the report along with high winds and heavy snow. No charges had been laid at press time and the investigation is still ongoing. Maidstone RCMP would like to thank the public for their assistance.

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Lent is a unique time for private soul searching “What is wrong with me?” is a question I hesitate to ask others to answer. Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan, is quick to offer his opinion on what is wrong with me. He says that my family can’t be objective about me. They will either say that everything is wrong with me or nothing. Families tend to answer the one extreme or the other. My old neighbour believes members in families will have an ax to grind about each other eighty per cent of the time. What is wrong with me is a question I need to answer about myself in this Lenten season.

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revraymaher@accesscomm.ca The Christian Season of Lent lasts from Ash Wednesday to Easter. It focuses on 40 days for soul searching with increased prayer, fasting, reading God’s word, in renewed humility, and repentance. Soul searching goes beyond the truth that we all sin,

to the awareness of how we personally sin in thought, word and deed. It also emphasizes a desire to grow in faith and life in response to Christ’s suffering and death for us. Lent invites us to take more time to go to God’s Word with prayer and consider ourselves before

His word. We can always find someone we see as acting more faithfully to God’s word than ourselves. We can also become relieved that some appear to be more faithless to God than ourselves. How difficult it is to look at our own attitudes, actions, and relationship with God with humility and repentance. How hard for us to mirror the willing self-sacrifice of Christ for the good of all others. In Lent, God shouts to us through Christ’s suffering of lashes, His assault with slaps and spit as an abused prisoner, His crown of thorns, and the nails pounded through His wrists and feet. The

cross of Calvary echoes through time as the place of suffering and pain by the Son of God to bring us peace, by enduring punishment in his body for our salvation. The blood of Jesus, God’s Son, purifies from all sin. Will we listen for God to speak to our conscience in the days of Lent? Will we have earphones on listening to what gives us pleasure instead? Will we talk about our pains but ignore the pain suffered by Christ? 1 John offers the spirit of Lent: “If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. If we confess our sins, He is faithful and

just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. If we claim we have not sinned, we make Him out to be a liar, and His word has no place in our lives.” Also, in Chapter 2 of 1 John, it encourages us with: “If anyone does sin, we have one who speaks to the Father in our defense- Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours but also for the sins of the whole world.” In Lent, we admit that we like sheep have gone astray. Each of us turns to our own way, but the Lord laid on Jesus the iniquity of us all. (Isaiah 53)

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

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St. George’s Anglican Church - 9:30 a.m.

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Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

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

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Living Water Ministry

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

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

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Battleford United Church 52 - 4th Avenue West Battleford, SK

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

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Third Avenue United Church Rev. Dexter van Dyke Sunday Worship Service - 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 1301 - 102nd Street, Phone 306-445-8171

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

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

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

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ROMAN CATHOLIC ST. VITAL’S Phone 306-937-7340 PASTOR - Fr. Sebastian Kunnath

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Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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