Regional News-Optimist November 17, 2022

Eight local businesses top BBEX awards

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Who won the top BBEX awards? Thirty-four nonprofits, individuals, and businesses were finalists in eight categories, but only eight went home with awards.

This year, Pam Beaver was chosen to provide art as awards, and her alcohol ink mandalas were pre sented to the winners.

“I commend the cham ber for supporting artists locally over the past quar ter of a century. Thrilled is a word that came to my mind when I was asked to provide art this evening that are going to be award ed to some very deserving businesses and individu als,” Beaver said at the awards gala hosted at the Dekker Centre Nov 9.

The winners are: Heather Guthrie Cus tomer Service Star Award, presented by Saman tha Weber, sponsored by Swanson, Gryba, and Company: Jada Leas - Dis covery Co-op LTD. (Gas Bar); New Business Venture, presented by Dr. Victoria Lamb Drover and spon sored by SIIT: Autumn and Ash Décor; Impact Award present ed by Mark Clements and sponsored by Innovation Credit Union: Canadian Metal Health Association Battlefords Branch; Young Entrepreneurs Award, presented by Lisa Cimmer and sponsored by North West Commu nity Futures Development Corp.: David Fortier; Agriculture and AgriBusiness Award presented

by Tatum Claypool and sponsored by Farm Credit Canada: 4 Suns Ag Solu tions Ltd.;

Micro Business Award, presented by Ste ven Mills and sponsored by TD Canada Trust: STIL Boutique & Beauty Inc.

Community Contribu tion Award, presented by Dan Desdoly and spon sored by Sasktel: Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC;

Member’s Choice Award, presented by War ren Williams and spon sored by Bralin Tech nology Solutions: Blend Restaurant and Bar; 2022 Business of the Year, presented by Gord Dobrowolsky and spon sored by Sask. Worker’s Compensation Board: Dis covery Co-operative Ltd.

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Craig family honoured

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

The Craig Fam ily has been inducted into the Battlefords Business Hall of Fame for sus tained excellence over the course of 100 years in the Battlefords.

According to a vid eo shared at the BBEX awards gala, the Craig family has a long and storied history in the Battlefords. The video chronicled the five-gener ation family business and its beginning in 1901 in Vermilion River, Alta.

Following their suc cess in Vermilion River, they expanded into North

Battleford, with more branches added in other cities in Saskatchewan af terwards.

In 1976, Bob Craig took over the North Bat tleford department store until retirement in 2000.

In 2002, Janet Campbell (Craig), Blair and Jennifer (Craig) Atcheynum and Gerry Craig, opened Craig & Co. Ladies’ wear. Many adventures were had during this chapter, ranging from parade f loats, fashion shows, ladies’ nights, buying trips and a few moves along the way.

The Craig family has owned and operated well-

respected businesses for almost a century, employ ing many people, and leaving a legacy for gener ations, with more to come as another generation owns and operates Craig’s Boutique on 100th Street.

Derek Schmidt, chair of the Battleford and Dis trict Chamber of Com merce, spoke as they were honoured.

“There are many words that we could use to describe the recipients of this year’s hall of fame award — leader, iconic, passionate, communi ty, innovated, talented, classy.

“We could go on for ever with these words.”

The Craig family is the 2022 inductee to the hall of fame, and is celebrated for longtime excellence in the community. Gerry Craig accepts the award on behalf of the family. | Photo by Miguel Fenrich

Gord Dobrowolsky, chair of the Sask. Worker’s Compensation Board, announces the 2022 Business of the Year; Discovery Co-operative Ltd. Accepting is General Manager Mike Nord. | Photo by Miguel Fenrich

Ms. Purdy Parsimonias is a comedic look at life on the Rez during the Christmas season. Ms. Purdy Parsimonias is a scrooge-like band manager who catches the attention of the Spirits of the Four Directions. The Spirits take Purdy on a journey through the lives of the people she has affected. The consequences of Ms. Purdy’s choices and actions are revealed to her as the events of the story unfold creating a humorous and moving look at life on the Rez at Christmas time.

Cadets salute while attending the service at the Remembrance Day Service in North Battleford. (Inset: The Canadian wreath displayed at the Remembrance Day Service in North Battleford. | Photo by Miguel Fenrich

Legion members pray during the Remembrance Day Service in North Battleford. | Photo by Miguel Fenrich

Legion members, RCMP members and Scouting members parade down 22nd Street in Battleford to St Vital School for the Remembrance Day Service. | Photo by Averil Hall / Freelance Photographer

Participants in the service pose for a group picture at the Battleford Legion Branch No 9 hall. | Photo by Averil Hall / Freelance Photographer

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Third person charged in murder of Wendy Bird appears in court

By Lisa Joy Staff Reporter

A third person charged in the murder of Wendy Bird has appeared in North Battleford Provin cial Court.

Cassidy Kiskotagan, 19, of North Battleford is charged with acces sory after the fact. Her attendance in North Bat tleford Provincial Court

was waived Tuesday and her matter was adjourned until Nov. 30 when she is expected to appear by CCTV from the correc tional centre. She made her first appearance in court on Nov. 10 accord ing to the RCMP.

In October, Dustin Cookman-Watts, 25, of North Battleford was charged with second-de gree murder and Melissa

Kaponyas, 18, from Big gar was charged with ac cessory after the fact.

Anyone with informa tion about Wendy Bird’s whereabouts from Friday, Oct, 14 to the morning of Oct. 16, or witnessed any suspicious activity on Highway 16 near May mont through the evening hours Oct. 15 - 16, is en couraged to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

Access Communication Centre closed for repair

Staff

The Access Commu nications Centre is closed while staff work to resolve a potentially significant issue with the arena’s ice condenser.

A release issued by the City of North Battleford Tuesday stated a small,

contained ammonia leak within the sealed condens er unit was detected and for the safety and health of the general public and staff the city has decided to close the Access Communica tions Centre for one week.

The condenser will be fixed temporarily until a

Battlefords RCMP Weekly stats

From Wednesday Nov. 9 through Tuesday, Nov. 15, Battlefords RCMP responded to 463 calls for service.

Nine Missing Persons Reported. — Two investiga tions remain active.

17 Assault Investigations.

Six Break and Enter Investigations.

Two Vehicle Thefts

15 Mental Health Investigations. 19 Traffic Collisions.

Three Individuals charged with Impaired Driving

54 Various Traffic Charges.

101 Disturbance Calls.

18 Other Reported Thefts.

14 Mischief investigations.

Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or Sas katchewan Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

more permanent so lution can be so user groups and the public can continue using the facility for this season.

Winter weights postponed

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Due to milder weather this November, winter weight season is being postponed on all relevant secondary highways.

Typically, win ter weights begin on Nov.16 each year and run through March 14.

Colder tempera tures during the winter months help freeze and strengthen roads. As a result, more weight can be transported on pro vincial highways with out damaging the road.

Commercial truck ers and shippers are encouraged to check the status of roads reguarly.

BBEX gala honours local businesses

Continued from Front Elias Frank has been awarded the 2022 Stan Wychopen Memorial Scholarship given to full-time students taking a busi ness-related course at North West College.

Among the Sask. Government, the Chamber of Commerce, and North West College, the $1,000 scholarship has been doubled to $2,000 for next year.

Man facing child porn charge wants trial by judge

By Lisa Joy Staff Reporter

A 49-year-old man charged with child porn offences wants a trial by judge alone and a prelimi nary hearing.

Jason Schmidt appeared in person in North Bat tleford Provincial Court Tuesday and a preliminary hearing on a charge of making sexually explicit material available to a child was set for March 29,

2023. If the hearing deter mines there is enough evi dence for him to stand trial the matter will be sent to Battleford Court of King’s Bench.

Schmidt was arrested in December 2021 after what police described as a lengthy investigation into the possession of child por nography. North Battleford RCMP Municipal General Investigation Service said they started their investi gation in July 2021 after

they received a complaint of inappropriate commu nications being found on a device that was being used by a child. Police executed a search warrant at a home in North Battleford and ar rested Schmidt.

The Saskatchewan Dig ital Forensic Services and the Saskatchewan Integrat ed Child Exploitation Unit assisted with the investiga tion. The charge against Schmidt hasn’t been tested in court.

Rosemarie Falk, MP for BattlefordsLloydminster, Jeremy Cockrill, MLA for the Battlefords, Mayor David Gillian of North Battleford, Battleford councillor Kevin Russell, Chief Cheryl Kahpeayse wat, Kelly Atcheynum and Derek Schmidt shared comments and congratulations before the commencement of the awards ceremony.

Heath Garbruch and Mark Clements stand at the BBEX podium as Clements announces the Canadian Mental Health Association, Battlefords Branch as the winner of the Impact Award.

Lisa Cimmer presents David Fortier with the Young Entrepreneurs Award.

Autumn and Ash Decor wins New Business Venture Awards with presenter Dr. Victoria Lamb Drover watching.

CEO and president Dr. Eli Ahlquist of North West College, stands with Elias Frank, recipent of the BBEX scholarship.

| Photos by Miguel Fenrich

Commentary Eight billion people now inhabit the earth

Do we have the capacity to feed them all?

By Sylvain Charlebois

On November 15 of this year, the world population will reach a symbolic number: eight billion people. The planet took about 11 short years to add one billion more humans to its population. By 2058, it’s estimated that the planetary population will reach 10 billion.

That’s a lot of people.

Whenever humanity is reminded that our population is increasing, we always wonder if we have the capacity to feed ourselves adequately, and for how long.

Amazingly, 90 per cent of the world’s population lives in the Northern Hemisphere, and almost 40 per cent of the surface area of the Northern Hemisphere is land, compared with only about 20 per cent of the surface area of the Southern Hemisphere.

More than half of the world’s population lives in Asia. A single visit to this part of the world will help you realize that the space in Canada is an overlooked asset. Our abundance of space defines our quality of life, our policies, and the way we eat. Most don’t realize this, but it’s true.

But are we producing enough to feed eight, nine or even 10 billion people on earth? The answer is yes. The food sectors are adapting and developing new technologies at an astonishing pace. Many underestimate the ability of agri-food stakeholders, from farm to con sumer, to adjust. While our planet produces enough food to feed the more than eight billion people who inhabit it, systemic inequalities and economic disparities have led to unbalanced distribution and irregular access to agrifood commodities. Corruption, pandemics, poverty, lack of infrastructure, and, of course, geopolitical conflicts, as we have seen this year with Ukraine and Russia, often undermine our global food security.

We produce enough to feed the planet, but climate change remains the greatest threat to our agrarian systems. For centuries, humans have adapted to risk. We are compelled to find solutions to problems that sud denly emerge: floods, drought, fires, hurricanes, and the list goes on. But with climate change, the risks never go away. Risks will essentially move and threaten other parts of the food supply chain.

“Band-aid” solutions are just no longer feasible. Greater resilience in the industry requires extreme adaptability, which is what our recent federal task force on supply chains was advocating.

And Canada is making a difference. In fact, the Barton Report, presented five years ago, offered us a road map in this regard. The Barton Report talked about unlocking the potential of key sectors and identified agribusiness as one of them. And fortunately, Canada has delivered the goods, yet we rarely talk about it.

The report mentioned expanding populations around the world, growing demand for protein in Asia, and a need for reliable markets, such as Canada. As the fifth largest agricultural exporter in the world, Canada can become a trusted global leader in healthy, nutritious, and

sustainable food in the 21st century. The report indicates that Canada has the potential to become the secondlargest exporter in the world. Second, no less.

The strengths of our agri-food sector include a reliable food supply, the availability of resources, the position of arable land, and strong research poles. In ad dition, global opportunities relate to exploding demand from emerging markets as well as growing global supply constraints on land, water, energy, and carbon emissions.

Our agri-food exports have continued to grow despite challenges in the sector, reaching over $82 billion in 2021 and surpassing the previous goal of increasing agrifood exports to at least $75 billion by 2025. With better resilient logistics networks and supply chains, we can do

even better.

The catch is that when people discuss food security and leading countries internationally, Canada rarely gets mentioned. The Netherlands, Denmark, and the United States are often mentioned, but our reputation is simply not there. Our image as a global agrarian provider lacks a bit of pizzazz.

We have to brag about it and celebrate the incredible contributions of our agri-food sector internationally as often as possible.

Dr. Sylvain Charlebois is senior director of the agrifood analytics lab and a professor in food distribution and policy at Dalhousie University.

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Dear Editor

Have you received your $500 cheque yet?

We have been hearing for the last three months about this wonderful $500 cheque that the Sask. Party govern ment is handing out. It seems there are headlines every two weeks about the $500. We first heard it when they were fighting a byelection in Saskatoon. But that didn’t work, so try another headline reminder regarding cost of food or gas. Now we are hearing it again just in time for Christmas shopping, and have you noticed the Christmas

ads have started much earlier this year? Will we actually get it this time?

I have been looking in the mail every week since the August announcement, but have seen nothing. Talk about buying your vote. It would be better spent taking down the provincial debt, or putting funds into housing, health or education. They give with one hand and take away with the other.

Marcella Pedersen Cut Knife

By R.H. Wood North Battleford

The Hippocratic oath required by physicians, marriage vows and citizenship oaths are expected to be religiously adhered to throughout life. The medical commitment is inviolable.

Hippocrates, regarded as the father of medicine. wrote, thought, prescribed and pontificated in Greek which is not surprising as he was from Greece. Happily, and to the great relief of most including myself, his dicta are remembered in Latin. He fathered bon mots such as “ad infinitum”, “per ardua ad astra” and of course, “vita brevis, ars

longa”. (Short life, long apprenticeship).

Physician supply and hospital bed numbers seem directly not inversely related. You see, more physicians assumably giving greater

care should reduce bed requirements but the reverse is true. It appears that more physicians mean more beds are required. B.C. health officials have decided to attract physicians with irresistible remuneration and benefits. This of course may create an uncontrollable bed crisis for them the consequence of which could be that the bed shortages in the rest of Canada will be largely resolved as doctors relocate. Creating an unequal playing field and recruiting physicians from other provinces, less salubrious places and poorer countries is jolly mean and scarcely ethical.

For years I have said that the length of physician training could be significantly reduced and streamlined but my views

were always regarded as heretical. Interestingly, Manitoba adopted my idea on physician distribution and Saskatchewan adopted my suggestion on physician retention. These two programs have been in effect for years.

During my lifetime, it was apparent that the nursing profession could be an extremely valuable resource and that interested individuals therein might be offered the opportunity to become fully qualified physicians. Those selected would be given credit for their years of training and qualifications and then absorbed into physician training programs.

The numbers involved would be relatively small compared to the numbers in the nursing profession and would produce an

increase particularly in family physician supply. I am sure that the vision of such career advancement could prove very attractive to some in the nursing world.

The recent unproductive health ministers conference ended as expected with a demand for greater federal funding – a huge increase actually. This is being met with the exact response I would give –efficiencies first – funding later. Actually, since the country’s finances are in crisis, federal funding might be threatened with

progressive reduction or freezing so that provincial health ministers would be forced to “efficientize” and concentrate on the individual abilities and attractiveness of each province.

Hippocrates declared that skill in health care is an art that takes years to perfect. This is recognized in the four-word aphorism which is the motto of Sheffield Medical College and other institutions. It is also memorably inscribed on the tombstone of Ebenezer Longbottom –“VITA BREVIS, ARS LONGA”.

New scholarships created

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Thirteen years ago, a group of registered psychiatric nurses started the Champions of Mental Health Committee with a mandate to recognize excellence for individuals in the Battlefords, focusing on mental health care.

Now, the Battlefords branch of the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Associ ation of Saskatchewan has

shifted its mandate to sup port individuals complet ing the registered psychi atric nurse course at North West College.

They have jump started two $1,000 scholarships, and two students complet ing the RPN course at the college will receive one each year.

The committee asks that mental health workers, businesses, social organizations or people who have benefited from

mental health care in North Battleford consider contributing to invest in the future excellence in mental health care in the Battlefords.

The fund is being man aged by the Battleford and District Community Foun dation. North West College is expected to announce the recipients of next-year’s scholarship in June 2023, with more information on nominations expected later.

The Battlefords branch of the Registered Psychiatric Nurses Association of Saskatchewan has jump started two $1,000 scholarships. Front row: Cathy Watson, Marion Palidwor, Carol Funk, Kathy McNinch, Carol Dyck and Lucy Bendall. Back row: Mark Richardson, Thomas Fransoo and Rob Rongve. Linda Shynkaruk, Judy Lavoie and Pat Lumsdon were absent. | Photo by Miguel Frenrich

WDM North Battleford Years of Service

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A Safer Saskatchewan

Our government has introduced a new Saskatchewan Marshals Service while expanding the Crime Reduction Team and Warrant Enforcement and Suppression Team. These new initiatives represent over $23 million in additional annual funding to enhance and expand law enforcement across our province. We are working to keep Saskatchewan people and communities safe. To learn more, visit Saskatchewan.ca.

Ryan Domotor, MLA for Cut Knife-Turtleford domotor.mla@sasktel.net 306-893-2619

ACT Supports Ukraine

Hon. Jeremy Cockrill, MLA for The Battlefords office@jeremycockrill.ca 306-445-5195

Hon. Scott Moe, Premier, MLA for Rosthern-Shellbrook scottmoe.mla@sasktel.net 306-747-3422

LSSD re-elects chair, vice-chair of school board

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Living Sky School Di vision’s board of education re-elected Ronna Pethick to serve as board chair for her seventh year Nov. 9. Board members also re-elected Shuan Weber as vice-chair. Both were elected by acclimation.

Russias’s war on Ukraine has caused immense suffering to

Empty Stocking Fund kick-offs with Domino Pizza fundraiser

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

Christmas time is sup posed to be the most won derful time of the year, but for many in the commu nity, this is not true.

According to Battl efords District Food Re source Centre, rapid infla tion, resulting in the rising cost of living, is driving people who were already living dangerously close to poverty over the edge. BDFRC has seen an in

crease in families strug gling to keep food on the table, with more than 1,800 people accessing the food bank each month.

Thursday, Nov. 17, from 10:30 a.m. to midnight, support BDFRC by order ing from Domino’s Pizza.

Two medium, three-top ping pizzas and an order of cheesy bread are $24.99 plus tax. Five dollars from each order will support the Battlefords Empty Stock ing Fund.

Order over the phone

at 306-445-2555 or online with the code: Raise.

Last year the Empty Stocking Fund provided Christmas food hampers to more than 425 households; 54 per cent of those in cluded children, who also received a toy.

Your support again this year will allow BDFRC to help those in need this Christmas and help those struggling with food inse curity the other 364 days of the year.

According to a Living Sky School Division me dia release, Ronna Peth ick has served as a board trustee for 25 years, and 2022 marks her seventh year as board chair. Repre senting sub-division four, which includes Unity, Cut Knife and Hillsvale Col ony schools, Pethick says, “I am honoured to be the board chair once again; I believe our school divi sion is doing great things for students, and I am so humbled to be a part of it. Locally elected boards are vital as they give our com munities a voice. They play a very important role in education.”

Shaun Weber is in his second year as a board trustee, and 2022 marks

Richard Hiebert resigns from LLSD board

By Miguel Fenrich Staff Reporter

THE BATTLEFORDS

— According to a recent media release, the Living Sky School Division school board accepted the resig nation of Trustee Richard Hiebert at their Nov 9. or ganizational meeting.

Hiebert says, “This has

been a 12-year routine [coming to meetings], ex changing views and ideas with some remarkable people. I appreciate all the support that Ronna and the board have provided.”

After the board ac cepted his resignation, he added, “You’re doing very important work and I know you have our students, staff

and communities in your heart.”

Hiebert served on the board for 12 years as a rep resentative of North Battl eford.

The board will decide what will be done with the now vacant trustee posi tion at a future board meet ing.

the country and its people. The ACT club in the Battlefords thought that if they could help, even in a small way, there is no better cause they could support. The club passed a motion to donate $3,000 to the Battlefords Branch of the Ukrainian Canadian Cultural Council. In the photo are Glenn Hunter, Don Dament, Paul Kardynal (accepting the cheque), Wayne Lambie, Don Christopher, Clayton Campbell and Terry Mitchel. | Photo submitted

his second year as vicechair. Representing North Battleford, Weber says, “I am looking forward to con

tinuing the good work the division is doing and build ing on the progress made this past year.”

The chair Ronna Pethick, vice-chair Shaun Weber, and Brenda Vickers, director of education pictured after the 2022 orginizational meetings that saw board elections. | Photo submitted

North Battleford Branch

would like to say

THANK YOU

to all of the BUSINESSES and INDIVIDUALS who purchased WREATHS & POPPIES in our 2022 Poppy Campaign and to our community for their ongoing support. With your annual assistance, we are able to provide necessary support to our Veterans and their families who may be in need.

All money stays in our Community. THANK YOU to the City of North Battleford for use of the Don Ross Centre CJNB, Access Communications, for broadcasting our 2022 Remembrance Day Ceremony. Thanks, also to St Paul’s Anglican and Notre Dame Churches for tolling the Bells at the 11th hour, and everyone else who made this service possible.

Topline dancers honour longtime member’s birthday

Submitted by Sharon Gray

Dancin’ in Denholm … the Topline Dance Club held its monthly dance Oct. 22. People from the Bat tlefords and surrounding area, all ages, enjoyed the music of Leon Ochs.

Dances are held the fourth Saturday from Sep tember to June in the Den holm Hall. Everyone is welcome. If dancing is not your thing, come enjoy the music and socializing.

Dancing is from 7 to 11 p.m., followed by lunch. Admission is $15.

The highlight of the evening was the club’s sur prising Frank Beier with a cake to honour his 94th birthday. He rarely misses a dance. Happy Birthday, Frank! We sang Happy Birthday and enjoyed the cake with lunch.

Our next dance is Nov. 26 with music by The Shadows. Our December dance is Dec. 10, music by Leon Ochs. It will be a reg ular dance as we are plan ning a New Year’s Dance, Saturday, Dec. 31, with Leon playing! We are plan ning a pot-luck supper at 6 p.m., dancing from 8 p.m.

to midnight, price $25, and limited to 80 tickets. We’ll have more information at the next two dances.

Watch for posters, Com munity Events on Access

TV, or contact one of us: Sharon, 441-8887; Leela, 445-7240; June, 937-2853; Jean 445-8815. When the going gets tough, the tough go dancing.

Art Notes

Wash everyday life away with art

By Evelyn Gardiner Battlefords Art Club

“Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.” — Pablo Picasso

Art members and the public enjoyed decorating and painting in Christ mas card classes by Pam Beaver on Tuesday af ternoon and evening last week. Pam brought all the supplies that were needed for this project: cards/envelopes; silver, gold and sparkly pens; iridescent paints; and so many jewels! Members had lots of fun and pro duced spectacular cards.

Paint night with Faye Erickson, another of our

Art Club members, will be held at SheNanigans on Friday, Nov. 25 at 7 p.m. Faye will guide you through the creation of your own masterpiece, supplying everything

you need. The class is $50 and includes artisan snacks and a drink of your choice at the unique SheNanigans to enhance the experience. To regis ter, call 306-481-5474.

The Topline Dance Club surprised Frank Beier with a cake to honour his 94th birthday. | Photo submitted

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More than 4,100 entries in ExploreSask contest

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Tourism Saskatchewan has announced the win ning submissions for the 2022 ExploreSask Photo Contest. The competition, launched in June, received more than 4,100 entries by the Sept. 15 deadline.

The winning photos and honourable mentions, selected by a panel of ex ternal judges, capture the province’s natural beauty and dynamic spirit, accord ing to Tourism Saskatch ewan. The images feature extraordinary landscapes, winter scenery, diverse experiences, magnificent wildlife and the special character of Saskatchewan people.

Changes to the con test this year included re freshed categories, along with a new category for video submissions. The

following is a list of win ners and honourable men tions.

Visit TourismSaskatch ewan.com/Photo-Contest to view the award-winning photographs and video.

Grand Prize winnerJoseph Holoien, Moose Jaw.

Prairie: winner - Joseph Holoien, Moose Jaw; hon ourable mention - Herry Himanshu, Regina (two images); Lee Miller, Re gina (two images); Tiffany Schaefer, Lumsden.

People and Places: win ner: Ahmed Awad, Saska toon; honourable mention: Herry Himanshu (two im ages), Regina; Jeff Ortiz, Regina; Marleen Vicary, Estevan

Wildlife: winner - An drew Interisano, Toronto, Ont.; honourable mentionMicah Derksen, Rosthern; Herry Himanshu, Regina;

Tracy Kerestesh, Melville; Abbie Reilander, Saska toon (two images)

Winter: winner - Tracy Kerestesh, Melville; hon ourable mention - Ahmed Awad, Saskatoon; Heather Griffith, Saskatoon; Herry Himanshu, Regina; Ciera Wolitski, Foam Lake.

Woods and Water: win ner - Herry Himanshu, Re gina; honourable mention - Roger Boucher, Prince Albert; Lee Miller, Regina (two images).

Food and Drink: win ner - Naila Fawad, Regina; honourable mention - John Cameron MacNeal, Wat son; Tracy Kerestesh, Mel ville

Video: winner: Neil Fisher, Coquitlam, B.C.; honourable mention - Ryan Beston, Regina; Herry Hi manshu, Regina; Lee Mill er, Regina.

Grand Prize Winner: Joseph Holoien, Moose Jaw for his entry in the Prairie category. To view the winning video visit SASKTODAY.ca.

People and Places winner: Ahmed Awad, Saskatoon.

Wildlife winner: Andrew Interisano, Toronto, Ont.

Food and Drink winner: Naila Fawad, Regina.

Woods and Water winner: Herry Himanshu, Regina.

Winter winner: Tracy Kerestesh, Melville.

2021 most expensive year ever for Sask. farmers

APAS calls for transparency in tracing production input spikes

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Saskatchewan farm ers experienced their most expensive year ever for crop and livestock production as farm cash expenses exceeded $11.5 billion – 11 per cent higher than 2020 and the largest year-over-year increase since 2012, ac cording to the Agricul tural Producers Associa tion of Saskatchewan.

At the APAS fall dis trict meetings, represen tatives expressed con cern about the lack of price transparency and supply certainty for crit ical farm inputs such as fertilizer, fuel, seed and chemicals.

“In our meetings across the province, the rising cost of production is the biggest concern voiced by producers,” APAS President Ian Boxall stated. “We also heard about shortages of fertilizer this fall and pesticides throughout the summer. The lack of availability and price

volatility in these mar kets has created a lot of uncertainty that we don’t want to experience again in 2023.”

Cost of production inflation creates add ed risk for producers, APAS states in a press release. In 2021, Sas katchewan farmers spent $2.67 billion on fertil izer purchases alone, which made up 24 per cent of cash operating expenses and exceeded the previous year’s fer tilizer purchases by 30 per cent. Since 2019, glyphosate has increased 62 per cent, fuel is up 52 per cent, and the price for urea increased 112 per cent since May 2019, and anhydrous ammonia is up 113 per cent.

“These inputs are crit ical for food production at a time when the world needs Saskatchewan’s agricultural products. Let’s start the discussion now to make sure we are doing everything we can to ensure these inputs are available and farm

ers have the informa tion they need to make informed purchase deci sions,” stated Boxall.

“We know that infla tion and the cost of liv ing is a major concern right now for everyone.

At the same time, costs are especially volatile for essential farm inputs

which make up a huge portion of farm costs” Boxall continued.

“The lack of trans parency on what’s caus ing these price spikes is very concerning and requires further investi gation. Western Canada is a major producer of nitrogen fertilizer, and

farmers have longstand ing concerns about retail prices for domestically produced fertilizer being set at international mar ket levels with freight from overseas locations added to retail prices in Saskatchewan.”

Boxall noted the House of Commons

Standing Committee on Agriculture is scheduled to begin studying retail food pricing later this fall and into 2023, and that APAS would like some of the focus to be on the factors driving cost increases for fertil izer, fuel, and other criti cal farm inputs.

Western Barley Growers Association history topic of book

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The Western Bar ley Growers Association (WBGA) has announced publication of “Western Barley’s Legacy, The His tory of the Western Bar ley Growers Association 1977-2022.”

For more than four de cades the WBGA repre sented farmers across the prairies, challenging the status quo on marketing, transportation, safety net programs and research. They protested injustice and fought for marketing choice.

“Legacy” chronicles the many important endeav ours of what the Calgary Herald once described as a “brash, young organiza tion” as they represented farmers, speaking as a sin gle voice and having a say on matters that affected

their livelihood. No topic was taboo, no challenge too great for “A bunch of dissatisfied farmers who felt they weren’t getting a fair shake from the CWB and the grain compa nies,” according to Lloyd Groeneveld, the WBGA’s first elected president.

From early beginnings in a small community hall in Carseland, Alta. to the Canadian prime minister’s office, and the negotiating rounds of the World Trade Organization in Geneva, Switzerland, the members of the WBGA rose to the occasion.

“We wanted to docu ment the history of our association for future generations,” said Brian Otto, past president of the WBGA.

“All of the members and directors over the years took a lot of pride in the work they were doing for farmers, so we decided to write a book and tell the story.”

“No one expected it would take 35 years to get rid of the Canadian Wheat Board monopoly,” said Doug Robertson, WBGA president. “But our deter mined membership never gave up the fight for mar keting choice.”

The coffee-table style book is now available in both hard cover and paperback versions and can be purchased online from Amazon (eligible for Prime shipping) or or dered directly from most book stores.

“Legacy” chronicles the many important endeavours of what the Calgary Herald once described as a “brash, young organization.”

Helping micro-ag businesses do business

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To help small agricul tural businesses further ex pand into grocery and food services, the Government of Canada is supporting the creation of a certification program that will allow businesses to meet specific trade requirements.

The $336,858 invest ment, announced by the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, MarieClaude Bibeau, will sup port GS1 Canada, a not-

Yellowstone

for-profit association, to develop training tailored to small and micro food enterprises. The project includes learning modules and a virtual portal of re sources specifically for them.

GS1 Canada plans to equip at least 200 business es across Canada with the knowledge, tools and expe rience they need to prepare for trade with different sec tors, including the grocery sector, distribution and food services, according to

a press release. Completion of the cer tification program will provide micro and small enterprises (MSE) with access to other services provided by GS1 Canada for one year. A key com ponent of this subscription for MSEs is ensuring their products have licensed GS1 barcodes, which are required by many Cana dian retailers and distribu tors, as well as access to online tools to share qual ity, bilingual product data

Agribition mounts up to host TV actors

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Fans of Yellowstone are in for a treat, as bunkhouse actors Ian Bohen (Ryan) and Denim Richards (Colby Mayfield) are confirmed to make an appearance at the Canadian Western Agribition (CWA) Thursday, Dec. 1.

In an announcement post on Agribi tion’s social media, Bohen and Richards express their excitement to attend the show and encourage followers to come to meet them.

“CWA is proud to partner with Sask Milk and bring a piece of Yellowstone to Agribition this year,” says CWA CEO

Shaun Kindopp. “As an organization rooted in agricultural, this could not be more of a perfect fit.”

Set against the backdrop of rural Montana, Yellowstone follows the jour ney of the Dutton family, owners of the largest ranch in the United States. The show weaves together themes of classic western and contemporary soap opera drama.

Fans wishing to get up close with the stars can purchase meet-and-greet tick ets from the CWA office.

A full schedule of events can be found at agribition.com.

with trading partners.

GS1 Canada is a neu tral, not-for-profit asso ciation that collaborates with industry to develop standards, education and non-proprietary, industrydirected solutions to ben efit businesses of all size.

GS1 has local member organizations in 116 coun tries, over two million user companies and six billion transactions every day.

The funding announced is provided through the AgriAssurance Program: National Industry Asso

ciation (NIA) Component, which funds projects at the national level to help in dustry develop and adopt systems, standards and tools to support health and safety claims about Cana dian agricultural and agrifood products.

Prevention and response to invasive species

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The Ministries of Envi ronment and Agriculture have released an Invasive Species Framework to help manage the threat and im pact of invasive species in Saskatchewan, such as purple loosestrife, zebra mussels and mountain pine beetles.

Developed with the help of partners inside and outside of government, the framework outlines a province-wide approach to managing invasive spe cies. It ensures that all provincial invasive species prevention and manage ment efforts are aligned, and establishes a founda tion for future strategies, programs and committees.

The framework focuses on four key pillars:

• Prevent Entry of in

vasive species through education, legislation and surveillance;

• Prevent Establish ment of invasive species through early detection and rapid response;

• Respond to Establish ment through containment and eradication; and

• Adaptation to estab lished invasive species, when removal is no longer practical, through manage ment planning.

“Invasive species costs thousands of dollars in damage to crops and rangeland and can result in market access issues with our trading partners,” Ag riculture Minister David Marit said.

“This framework is im portant in protecting the agriculture sector.”

For more information on invasive species, vis it: saskatchewan.ca/inva sive-species.

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New sign advertises Borden Care Home

who have died in the ser vice of our country and to rededicate ourselves in the cause of peace.

Lion Archie Wain wright read the honour roll with Last Post played, two minutes of silence and Reveille.

Rev. Carr spoke of the First and Second World War and Korean War and of the peacekeepers that are serving overseas at the present in the conflicts in Europe and elsewhere. He paid tribute to the first re sponders and firefighters who are working 24 hours a day to help those who are dying or wounded.

read by Esther Harkness and Rev. Carr led in prayer. God Our Help in Ages Past was sung, Rev. Carr gave the Benediction and God Save the King was sung.

The Borden Friendship Club held their regular meeting Nov. 10, with 16 members present. Rosann Carr reported sending six cards to people sick or in hospital, Bev Assman re ported from the lunch com mittee regarding birthday cakes, which will be pur chased in the city. She also says the club has a licence to start bingo on Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. in the club room and everyone is welcome.

The December bingo will be Dec.14 and the club will buy items of baking to sell at the bingos.

There was informa tion on holding a 55 Alive Mature Driving course and this will be looked into closer to spring. Lor raine Olinyk thanked Di anne Rawlyk and Florence Neufeld for nominating her to receive a platinum jubilee pin marking the 70th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the throne.

Entertainment for the Nov. 24 potluck supper will be Don Balzer and for Dec. 8 the Penner family. The

club is invited to Maymont seniors’ centre for Dec. 7 and, so far, 19 members are planning to attend. Others are to let Lorraine know by Nov. 24.

The Dec. 8 Christmas supper will be catered to by Little Sprouts Early Learning Centre and mem bers voted to pay $10 each if a club member, $20 if not a member. Members have until Nov. 24 to let Lor raine if they are attending. The club moved to donate $300 to the Borden Minis terial Account to be used at Christmas to help needy families in the area.

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

The Borden Care Home board of directors and chairperson Ivan You chezin, thank the Borden Lions Club for their dona tion to purchase a sign for placement in the Highway 16 sign corridor east of Borden and to the village of Borden for their sup port in suggesting a sign and other great ideas to promote and advertise the care home. A smaller sign is along the service road west of Borden. The care home, with private rooms with ensuites and homecooked meals, is a nonprofit organization that depends on the support of

the community.

The Borden and District Lions hosted the Remem brance Day service in the Borden Community Cen tre the morning of Nov. 11 with a good turnout for the event.

Members of Borden Fire and Rescue in at tendance were dressed in white and black dress uniforms. Artwork by the Busy Bees Preschool was on stage by the cenotaph. Lions president Perry Ni col welcomed everyone and with Lion Sharon Ass man playing the piano for O Canada.

Lion Rev. Sheldon Carr led in worship and spoke of the reasons for this ser vice – to remembers those

“We have all become lax in loving our enemies and that is why we need to come together on the 11th hour, 11th day of the 11th month to remember all who have served and sac rificed life in the name of peace,” he said.

Lion Bob Wardhaugh introduced participants in wreath laying – villageMayor Jamie Brandrick, RM of Great Bend - Coun cillor Ian Hosegood, Bor den School - Steele War ren, government of Canada – (for MP Kelly Block)Doug Boyes, Borden Fire and Rescue - Captain Luke Walker, RCMP - Sgt. Sam Ouelette and veteransBob Krueger.

In Flanders Fields was

Borden Lions recently presented a donation to Borden Care Home. In the photo are Sister Peters, Ivan Youchezin and mayor and Lion, Jamie Brandrick.

| Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

Participating in Borden’s Remembrance Day service were: back row - Doug Boyes, Bob Krueger, Aaron Piprell, Sgt. Sam Ouelette, Mayor Jamie Brandrick, Ian Hosegood, Luke Walker; front row - Rev. Sheldon Carr, Esther Harkness and Steele Warren.

RAY: It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Mrs. Dorothy Ray with family by her side on Sunday, November 13, 2022, at River Heights Lodge at the age of 95 years. A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 18, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at the Meota Community Complex. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Dorothy Ray are requested to the Meota Cemetery Fund, Canadian Arthritis Society or to the Charity of the Donor’s Choice. Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemories funeral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium – Elle Dell Funeral Director.

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MACLEOD: Doug MacLeod was born and raised in Speers, Saskatchewan. Where he finished school and moved to North Battleford. Doug began his plumbing career at General Plumbing and Heating. He married his highschool sweetheart Phyllis Kormish in 1964. They had two loving daughters Lynda and Tracey. In 1975 Doug opened his own plumbing business which carried on for 48 years, most of his time spent residing at Martensons Beach then eventualy Glaslyn where his life ended. Doug loved camping with his family and friends, fishing and other sports, mostly curling. He was a Canadian Junior Highschool champion in 1961. Doug was a loving husband, friend, father, grandfather and Geedo. He was a kind and giving man and we will mis his special laugh and his odd jokes that his grandson Keegan got such a laugh out of.Doug loved and cared for his family deeply with all his heart and soul. Doug left behind his loving wife Phyllis of 59 years, daughters Tracey MacLeod; Lynda Michnik (Kenny) Grandchildren Krysta (Madison); CHelsa (Casey) Christmann, Casen, Carter, Charlie); Keegan Michnik (Dannielle) Maddox, Walker) Doug would have thanked his special home care nurse Krysta Michnik. Grand daughter with love.

DUTCHAK: Helen April 16, 1925 – November 2, 2022 Mrs. Helen Dutchak nee Lubchenko passed away peacefully on November 2, 2022 at Villa Pascal, North Battleford, Saskatchewan. Helen will be dearly missed by her daughter, Paulette (Art) Treptau of Hafford, Saskatchewan: two sisters-in-law, one brother-inlaw, several nieces and one nephew of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan; one nephew of London, Ontario and one nephew of Red Deer, Alberta.

Helen was predeceased by her husband, Paul Dutchak; her parents: her parents-in-law, three brothers, two sisters, three sisters-in-law’s, one niece and two nephews. Helen enjoyed life on the farm in Hafford. She liked the outdoors, going for walks, picking wild berries and mushrooms. Helen loved gardening, her flower garden, cooking, canning, and hunting. She loved country gospel music, country western music, playing her guitar and mandolin. Helen enjoyed gatherings with family and friends with lots of music and sing-alongs. Helen will be sadly missed by all her family and close friends. A special thank you to the nurses at Villa Pascal for the loving and special care they gave Helen. Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Elle Dell of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium.

SAUDER: Harvey Edward Sauder passed away at age 86 on Nov. 10th, 2022 in Saskatoon, SK. Left to cherish his memory are his brother, Donald (Marion) Sauder, their children, Kelly (Lori Toews) Sauder, Tammy (Kevin) Busse and family, Jeff (Kim) Sauder and family, sister-in-law, Dolores Lockwood and nephew, Scott (Jen) Lockwood and family, as well as numerous cousins and dear friends. Harvey was predeceased by his loving wife, Grace, parents, John and Eleanora Sauder, in-laws, Peter and Nettie Mowchan and brother-in-law, Glen Lockwood. Harvey was born April 2nd, 1936 to John and Eleanora Sauder on a farm near Rush Lake, SK. He began his education in a one-room country school and ended it with two post-secondary degrees. His ambition led him to an apprenticeship and later a degree in Pharmacy in 1959. In 1960, he opened a pharmacy in North Battleford and shortly after, in 1961, married the love of his life, Grace. After much soul-searching Harvey decided to pursue a degree in Dentistry at U of A and Grace took over the management of their pharmacy. Dr. Sauder graduated in 1966 and established a successful 30 year dentistry practice in North Battleford. Harvey led a full and busy life in North Battleford and had numerous friends who all were considered family. He was involved in many community activities and Harvey was still in contact with his K40 group from the Kinsmen club. Harvey and Grace loved to travel and enjoyed many vacations experiencing the beauty, culture and food of places abroad. Harvey’s home was filled with art they collected on their travels. In 1976 they moved to an acreage, spending happy hours tending to a large garden and a beautiful yard. Harvey enjoyed boating and fishing at their cabin at Jackfish Lake and spoke fondly of the annual fishing trip he took with his friends. In 1998 Harvey and Grace retired to Saskatoon and continued their community involvement by volunteering with the International Varsity Christian Fellowship and Global Gathering Place where they helped foreign university students and refugees adjust to their new life. Harvey had an appreciation for the arts and held season tickets for the Saskatoon Symphony and Persephone Theatre. After Grace’s passing in 2009, Harvey moved to Luther Riverside Terrace which he adoringly referred to as “the institution”. He developed a number of friendships there and enjoyed helping with the “wine and cheese” gatherings. Harvey was a good cook, but enjoyed the meals at LRT and the fellowship with his tablemates. Harvey continued to serve the community and his church as he was a board member at the Sherbrooke Community Centre and the Calvin Go Forth Presbyterian church and was involved in the Saskatoon Native Circle Ministry. As much as anyone, Harvey was a connoisseur of fine dining and enjoyed social gatherings especially if they involved a glass of good scotch. He was a sports enthusiast, playing hockey and ball in his younger days and in later years he enjoyed watching any kind of sport on TV although tennis seemed to be his favourite. Being the social person he was, he loved family gatherings and visiting friends near and far. He was usually game for anything and rarely said no to any invitation. Harvey will be remembered for his outgoing, kind, gentle and loving nature and excellent sense of humour, and will be dearly missed by all who knew him. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to TeleMiracle and Kinsmen Foundation or to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan. A Celebration of Harvey’s Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, November 22nd, 2022 in the Chapel of the Saskatoon Funeral Home (338 – 4th Avenue North, Saskatoon, SK) with lunch to follow at the Edwards Family Centre. Masks are kindly preferred. Interment to follow at North Battleford City Cemetery (North Battleford, SK) at 3:00 p.m. Arrangements entrusted to SASKATOON FUNERAL HOME (306-244-5577) Condolences may be left at saskatoonfuneralhome.com

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KORPACK: On Saturday, November 12, 2022, Terry Lee Korpach, a loving partner and caring father of three, passed away at the age of 53 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. He was born and raised in North Battleford, SK. His grace and dignity will always be remembered by his family. His contagious and sarcastic sense of humour brought positive energy to the people around him. Terry was always willing to lend a helping hand. He is predeceased by his parents, Eugene and June Korpach. He will be remembered by his fiancée, Tina Anderson (Katlyn and Megan); children, Jenelle, Tyson and Kaitlyn; and brothers, nieces, nephews, aunts and many cousins and friends.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, November 19, 2022 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm at the Pioneer Association 792 - 101st Street North Battleford. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be directed to the Cancer Lodge in Saskatoon and the BUH Palliative Care Unit. Condolences for the family can be made at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements have been entrusted to Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium –Elle Dell Funeral Director.

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The family would like to thank Dr. Campbell and the palliative care unit for the care Terry received during his time at the BUH.

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Notice of Call for Nominations Municipality Election

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE ESTATE of VINCENT MARSH late of Turtleford, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 1st day of December, 2022.

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RICHARD GIBBONS LAW OFFICE Barrister and Solicitor 1381A - 101st Street North Battleford, SK S9A 0Z9 Solicitors for the Executors of the Estate of Vincent Marsh

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

IN THE ESTATE of CHARLES EDWARD BEISEL, late of Mervin, Saskatchewan, deceased.

ALL CLAIMS against the above estate, duly verified by statutory declaration and with particulars and valuation of security held, if any, must be sent to the undersigned before the 1st day of December, 2022.

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FARMLAND WANTED

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Public notice is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the office(s) of: Councillor: Village of Ruddell Number to be elected (1)

will be received by the undersigned on the 30 day of November, 2022 from 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. at the Ruddell Community Centre, 12 Elm Street, Ruddell, Saskatchewan, and on November 17th to November 29th, 2022 at # 3 Pine Street, Ruddell, Saskatchewan. Should you require further information please call 306-827-7874.

Nomination forms may be obtained at the following location: # 3 Pine Street, Ruddell, Saskatchewan.

Dated this 14th day of November, 2022.

Darrin Beaudoin Returning Officer

NOTICE OF CALL FOR NOMINATIONS Municipal By-Elections

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that nominations of candidates for the offices of : Rural Municipality of Meeting Lake No. 466 o COUNCILLOR: FOR DIVISION NO. 1 o COUNCILLOR: FOR DIVISION NO. 6

Will be received by the undersigned on Wednesday, December 7th, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., open during lunch, at the Municipal Office, Main Street, Mayfair, Saskatchewan and during regular office hours from November 17th, 2022 to December 6, 2022 at the Municipal Office, Main Street, Mayfair, Saskatchewan from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Nomination forms may be obtained at the RM of Meeting Lake No. 466 Municipal Office, Main Street, Mayfair, Saskatchewan.

Dated this 17th day of November, 2022.

Janelle Lavallee Returning Officer

for 4 year terms. Terms commence January 1st, 2023

Nominees must be lease holders in the Atton’s Lake Regional Park and would require one person to nominate him/her to this position. The nominator must also be a lease holder in the Atton’s Lake Regional Park.

Nomination forms may be picked up at the R.M. office. All nominations must be at the R.M. office by November 30th, 2022 at 4:00 pm.

The Council of the R.M. of Cut Knife No. 439 will be making their decision at the December, 2022 Council meeting.

Dana Klus R.M. Administrator

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Resort Village of Turtle View PUBLIC NOTICE

Of Intention to Pass a Development Charges Bylaw

Public Notice is hereby given, in accordance with The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the Council of the Resort Village of Turtle View intends to adopt a Development Charges Bylaw to apply to the Resort Village of Turtle View.

PUBLIC INSPECTION

Any person may inspect the Bylaw online at www.rvturtleview.com or at the Resort Village office, located at 116 Golden Sands Drive, Resort Village of Turtle View, SK.

PUBLIC HEARING

Council will hear any persons or group of persons who wish to present comments for consideration. If any person, group or organization is unable to attend the public hearing, they are welcome to send written comments to resortvillage.turtleview@xplornet.com

The public hearing will be held on: Saturday, November 26, 2022 at 3:00 p.m.

Issued at Turtle View, SK this 10th day of November, 2022. Lorrie Bannerman, Administrator

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468

Public Notice of a Discretionary Use Application

Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of The Planning and Development Act, 2007, that the RM of Meota No. 468 has received an application of a proposed discretionary use. The application includes the use of a Commercial Storage Yard on SE ¼ Section 17-46-17-W3M, shown on the site plan to the right. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in the Agricultural District –Section 5.2.4 g) of Bylaw 02-2011 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST VILLAGE OF MAYMONT PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at 1:30 pm in the RM of Meota office. Public may attend meetings via teleconference or in person. If you wish to attend the meeting via teleconference, please contact the RM Administrator, Kirk Morrison, at cao@rmmeota468.ca requesting meeting link invitation. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to Friday, December 2, 2022, to Box 80, Meota, SK, S0M IX0 or by email to info468@sasktel.net or robin@northboundplanning.ca For additional information please contact the Municipal Planner.

Robin Bloski, BA (Hons), MCIP, RPP RM of Meota Development Officer/Municipal Planner November 14, 2022

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$1486.60$31.50$1518.10 Dated this 17th day of November, 2022

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

Rural

of Meeting Lake #466 PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Municipality

Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 17th day of January, 2023, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Part of Lot LotBlkPlan Title No.

Total Arrears Costs Advertising

Total Arrears and Costs

Part of Section Sec Twp RangeMeridian PTNW2046 11 W3139320020 139320042 139320019 139320031589.6848.52638.20 PTSE2046 11 W3131263961 131263938 131263927 131263590 13126395O484.1160.65544.76 NW3246 11 W3147587822494.26 12.13 506.39 NW 19 46 12 W31190650241398.17 12.13 1410.30 NW3046 12 W3155844928627.86 12.13 639.99 SW3046 12 W3155844973871.30 12.13 883.43 NW 18 47 12 W3142199309 142199365891.2524.26915.51 SE 19 48 11 W31446645001190.64 12.13 1202.77 SE2748 11 W3120860029383.26 12.13 395.39 SW2748 11 W3120860041419.89 12.13 432.02 NE3448 11 W31421992643236.95 12.13 3249.08 NW3448 11 W3142199297596.79 12.13 608.92 17 01 AM2004W3118597113186.72 12.13 198.85 10 01 AM3779W3155431100222.74 12.13 234.87 21 01 AM3779W3146428544113.83 12.13 125.96

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

TOWN OF HAFFORD PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before January 16, 2023, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land.

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

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

Title No.Total Arrears* Costs Total Arrears and Costs

LOT 23-BLK/ PAR 4-PLAN N2670 EXT 0 1322236983,833.74371.004,204.74

LOT 3-BLK/ PAR 7-PLAN Y55 EXT 0 142716135687.49323.001,010.49

LOT 5-BLK/ PAR 7-PLAN Y55 EXT 0 142716269687.49323.001,010.49

LOT 4-BLK/ PAR 7-PLAN Y55 EXT 0 142716247687.49323.001,010.49

* On January 1, 2023 the 2022 taxes will become arrears and be added to the amount required to remove the property from tax enforcement proceedings. Penalty is calculated to the date of the Notice and will continue to accrue as applicable.

Dated this 15th day of November, 2022

Denise Porter, Acting Administrator

FORM 2 (Section 4)

The Town of Radisson

is now accepting tenders on PT LOT 9-11 BLOCK 02 PLAN G1466 also known as the Tweedsmuir Hall. Sold as is, where is, with no liens or encumbrances.

Submit all sealed tenders with plans of use to the drop off box of the Town Office, located at 329 Main Street,or mail to P.O. Box 69 Radisson, Saskatchewan S0K 3L0.

Highest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

Closing date: December 20, 2022.

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST VILLAGE OF EDAM PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land and title number described in the following list are fully paid before the 15 day of January, 2023 an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land. Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of The Tax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel.

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

LIST R.M. of Dated this 10th day of November, 2022 Rebecca Carr, Administrator

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BOOK CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING CALL 306-445-7261

Career Opportunity

Hafford Co-op is hiring a Team Member/Driver at our Agro Center in Hafford, Saskatchewan.

Who we are: Co-op does business differently. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth

What you’ll do: Responsible to carry out deliveries in a safe, timely and efficient manner while providing exceptional customer service to all Co-op customers and employees.

• Complete daily Truck/Trailer inspections & maintenance.

• Operate equipment in a safe and lawful manner.

• Transport and handle Dangerous Goods, Feed Products & Ag Equipment.

• Maintain a delivery schedule and ensure timely delivery of products.

• Deliver products according to the customer’s desire, while ensuring a high level of safety.

• Assist with Instore & Shop Duties when not on the Delivery Unit.

• Other Duties as assigned.

Why it matters:

Our team provides a range of products and services to support our member-owners.Through the work that we do, we help to build, fuel, feed and grow Western Canadian communities together.

Who you are:

You are looking for a career in Customer Serviceand:

• You have a Grade 12 diploma

• You have a 3A or 1A License.

• Experience in handling Dangerous Goods.

• Experience in loading/unloading, handling and transport of Materials.

• You’re honest and trustworthy, are results-oriented and strive to be the best in what you do.

• You believe in building relationships and collaborating to deliver solutions that matter most, and you recognize the value that different perspectives bring to meet shared objectives.

Training can be made available for the right Candidate

Our Team Members receive competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package and an employer-contributed pension plan. We encourage our Team Members to take advantage of learning opportunities, to grow and develop and to foster a culture of teamwork and innovation.

At Co-op, we embrace diversity and inclusion, and we’re working to create a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We support and provide an environment that allows all to bring their whole selves to work

Please note that safety-sensitive positions will require pre-employment alcohol and substance testing.

Apply In store by January 31st, 2023 or contact us at haffordcoop@littleloon.ca for more information.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted

Local athletes named to gold volleyball teams

By Kathy Utri Correspondent

Congratulations to Maidstone High School athletes who were selected for the Lloydminster Rus tlers volleyball gold teams: 14U Mickey Blyth, 17U Sadie Robb and 18U Jade McIntosh, Gabe Blyth and Ben Dutton.

The senior boys’ volley ball conference was held in Paradise Hill last weekend with Lashburn, Maidstone, Neilburg, Paradise Hill and Turtleford participat ing. Lashburn won gold and Maidstone took silver. They advance to regionals this weekend with Lash burn hosting at Lloydmin ster Comprehensive High School.

The senior girls’ vol leyball team battled hard at regionals in Rosthern, ending up in the top four. Sadly, they didn’t advance but proudly represented both their school and com munity.

Maidstone senior Jets started the season with

a hard-fought 2-1 win against Perdue Pirates. Come out on Friday, Nov. 18 when they host the Bat tlefords Beaver Blues.

The Senior Citizens’ Drop In Centre bi-monthly meeting was held Nov. 9 at 2 p.m. (rebooked from Oct. 28) with six members present. The usual pot luck lunch was cancelled due to illnesses and prior commitments. The current financial statement was re viewed, and reports were given on games and the Halloween handouts host ed by Maidstone Museum. Other items were tabled.

Maidstone Ice Arena remaining public skating times for this month are Nov. 20 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and Nov. 27 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Public skating fees are $65/family/year or $5/ individual/use. Fees can be paid by cash, cheque pay able to Maidstone Ice Are na or e-transfer to maid stoneicearena@gmail.com.

Please text Dawn at 306893-8382 with name and amount paid. Upcoming

available skating times can be found on the schedule in the kitchen or at maid stoneminorhockeycom.

Maidstone Curling Club is looking for curling teams for Monday evenings this season. You only need two players per team, games are quick and all skill lev els can play. Contact Ste phen Myer 306-893-8414 for more information.

Milleton Hall is excited to announce weekly cof fee is starting again, every Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. MST. We hope to see you there.

The online auction to raise funds for Jor di Johner’s three chil dren is on now at https:// www.32auctions.com/ Jordi with 100 per cent of the money raised to go to wards the children’s edu cation, sports and other needs. The auction con tinues until 8 p.m. MST Thursday, Nov. 24. Any one who prefers to make a direct donation can deposit at Synergy Credit Union or e-transfer to JohnerFund raiser@hotmail.com.

The Kin Club, Maid stone is selling AG Foods coupon books at $10 each. Many of the items in the book will be on sale be fore Dec. 31 and coupons can be used with the sale price. With over $50 in savings, you can also com bine with minor hockey grocery vouchers to save a bundle. Books are avail able from Kin Club mem bers or at Synergy and AG Foods. The Kin Club does so much in our community, this is a great way to show our support.

Maidstone Community Health Committee’s Festi val of Trees is just around the corner and it’s always a beautiful sight to be hold. Anyone who still has an item to donate, please contact Megan Rhinehart, Victoria Bailey, Angie Per kins or Nicole Winterholt. The event is at the Legion Hall from Nov. 22 to 26 (Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday noon to 8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.). All money raised goes to

comfort items for longterm care patients.

Other dates to remem ber:

• Sunday, Nov. 20Maidstone Legion pancake breakfast 8 to 11 a.m. Bring a non-perishable item for the food bank.

• Sunday, Nov. 20 -

Waseca Community Cen ter pie bingo at 1 p.m.; Santa and Mrs. Claus at 4:30 p.m. with hot choco late, Christmas story and pictures – all ages.

• Friday, Dec. 2 - Maid stone Chamber of Com merce “Moonlight Mad ness.”

• Saturday, Dec. 3 - Kin Club Maidstone’s “A NotSo-Silent-Night” dinner and dance. Call Vickie 306-903-7998 or Chris 306-893-8115 for tickets.

• Saturday, Dec. 10 - Maidstone Museum’s “Winter Fun Fest.”

Unity News: Christmas trade show Dec. 3

By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

After Nov. 3-7 tri-snow fall-event, Unity definitely looks like a winter wonder land. A shout out to town crews for their efforts in snowfall removal.

Speaking of winter wonderland, the committee for the annual Winter Won derland event are working to get entries for the win ter lights parade, window decorating contest and live entertainment portion of the event. Businesses, organizations and groups are organizing to host ac tiviies during the day and evening of Dec. 8. The or ganizing committee says to watch social media and community news for up dates to the ever-changing itinerary that is building to make this annual com munity Christmas kick-off tradition another fun, fam ily, memorable event to be

part of. Nov. 26, Wiggles and Whiskers Pet Supply store is offering photos with Mrs. Claus and your pets, but you must pre-register.

Dec. 3 there is a Christ mas trade show upstairs in the Community Centre from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will feature at least 30 vendors and will include a conces sion, Santa photos, kids’ craft area, raffle table and a gift-a-tree Christmas craft that gives back, with Realty Executives.

The Unity Composite High School junior girls’ volleyball team captured a Battle West District medal Nov. 7. The senior girls are off to Maple Creek Nov. 12 for regional playdowns. Because there were not enough 3A boys’ team to require conference play offs, the Unity Warriors senior boys’ volleyball team advances straight to regional playdowns being

From the Pastor’s Desk

held in Outlook Nov. 18. UCHS curlers are back on the ice and Warrior basket ball will begin for juniors and seniors once volley ball season is wrapped up. UCHS drama team have just a couple of weeks left before winter productions are ready.

St. Peter’s School is hosting Scholastic Book Fair Nov. 21-25. St. Peter’s says farewell to outgoing school community council members Twilla Delhom meau, Cherie Wagner, and Raj Volks.

Unity Asian Foods is open on Main Street as of Nov. 12.

Parkview Place held a sold-out two-sitting, allyou-can eat spaghetti sup per with help from some community business spon sors. The event helps gen erate funds for their activi ties department as well as offers a great social oppor tunity for residents.

Western theme hymn sing

By Pastor David L. Walker Turtleford Baptist Church

Hello there. It is No vember and by all indica tions, the snow is here to stay. Hoping you took a couple of minutes on No. 11 to remember all those who sacrificed so much to ensure Canada would re main a free country. While you were at it, did you take a couple of minutes to thank God for sending His Son Jesus to guarantee us a future home in heaven for the whosoever will?

We had an amazing hymn sing in October with 23 present. Plenty of good music and lots of specials and group singing were shared. Jaime brought lots of pigs in a blanket, we had sandwiches, a cake, hot

brownies and ice cream.

Now for the exciting news. Every year on the last Sunday of the month at 6 p.m., we have a gospel country and western theme GGMH evening — bales of hay in the foyer, a few deco rations and everyone wears something western. It can be a scarf, boots, shirt, hat or full attire or just plain ordinary clothes. Why not come early enough to take out your camera and snap a picture or two around some

hay bales.

Our 10:30 a.m. coffee time has seen as many as 13 people sitting around a table in the foyer chatting. One man looks so forward to the fellowship time and the morning service, he has arrived before the coffee is made.

Dec. 11, we plan an old-fashioned Christmas concert in our morning service, which will be our way of worshiping God in what we do and say as we remember the birth of our Saviour. Anyone and ev eryone are welcome to join us.

Until next month re member, “If you cannot do great things, you can do small things in a great way.” – Martin Luther King, Jr.

Maidstone High School’s senior boys’ volleyball team won silver at conference in Paradise Hill. | Photo submitted

It is easy to be motivat ed to do things we want. Many folks are eager to see a hockey game, but be lieve it or not, some aren’t hockey fans.

Compared to the many people who need little encouragement to see a hockey game, the number of folks highly motivated to attend church would seem significantly less. That is my opinion, with my hope people might be eager to participate in both events.

I understand reluctance about not wanting to go somewhere. Next week I have a dentist’s appoint ment, and I’m not eager to go. It’s something I need to do if I want to avoid toothaches and a toothless

smile.

Life is full of decisions about the best course of action for us to follow. We need to balance out what is in our own best interest for today with our tomorrows, as well. As Christians, we need to consider who we will serve, God or our selves.

The last Sunday in

do not consider themselves Christians are not con cerned about serving Jesus as their King. Kings in the past had great power to promote or dispose of indi viduals. They were feared, honoured, and respected because they held life and

death in their hands.

When Christians speak of God’s love and bless ings towards all people, they focus on the willing ness of Jesus Christ, the son of God, to sacrifice his righteousness for our sinfulness before God, His Father in heaven. Jesus died for all sinners. Since we all sin, there is forgive ness and new life with God for those who welcome it.

There has always been rejection and scorn for Jesus Christ. When they crucified Jesus on a cross with a criminal on his right and one on his left, Jesus prayed, “Father, for give them, for they know not what they do.” (Luke 23:34).

Religious rulers and soldiers scoffed at Jesus

and mocked him dying on the cross. The rulers scoffed, “He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Christ of God, his Chosen One.” (Luke 23:35)

The soldiers mocked, “If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself.” (Luk23:37)

Of the two criminals crucified with Jesus, one doubted Jesus, and one be lieved Jesus was innocent of any crime and asked Jesus to remember him when Jesus came into his kingdom.

Jesus promised the one who believed in him, “Truly, I say to you, today you will be with me in paradise.” (Luke 23:43)

As Christians, we hon our Jesus as our King, “For in him all the fullness of

God was pleased to dwell, and through him to recon cile to himself all things, whether on Earth or in heaven, making peace by the blood of his cross.” (Colossians 1:19-20)

Jesus, our King, lives forever, but do we serve Him gladly? In the time of the prophet Malachi, many of God’s people were criti cal of God in their words and thoughts. They felt their efforts to keep the faith were pointless. They focused on prosperous evildoers thinking God wasn’t looking after the world as He should. They forgot only on Judgement Day will there be a clear distinction between the righteous and the wicked, those who serve God and those who don’t.

Melvin Bartley

Seniors ponder future of centre’s piano

By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The piles of snow around the village are growing quickly. The change from summer to winter came on suddenly and it takes some getting used to.

Bridge was played in North Battleford Nov. 8, with two tables, so individ ual scores were kept. Earn ing top score was Gerry Craig. Second was Albert Blais and tied for third were Donna Scherman and Mary Phelps. Nov. 10, they had three and half ta bles. Section A saw Mary Phelps and Gerry Craig first, then Cletus Scherman and Eric Callbeck. Tied for third were Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan along with Donna Scherman and Catriona Winterholt. Sec tion B winners were Gerry Craig and Mary Phelps.

The Red Cross has a Friendly Calls program where a lonely person can call for someone to talk to.

People over 55 can sign up by calling 306-721-1635

or visit www.redcross. ca/friendlycalls. Another program is Senior Centre Without Walls based in Moose Jaw. To contact this program phone Rhonda at 306-631-4357.

The monthly meeting at the Do Drop In was held Nov. 10 with 10 members attending. The library is holding its own, and keep ing busy. Plans regard ing the Christmas supper slated for Dec. 4 were gone over. Problems with the front outer door were dis cussed and will be checked out. Some discussion re garding the piano also fol lowed, but no motion was made about its future.

Norwegian Whist was played at the Do Drop In Nov. 11 afternoon with top scores going to Eric Callbeck, Albert Huys and Adele Racicot. A nice af ternoon was spent socially.

After two years of no shuffleboard, the seniors were back in business on Saturday, Nov. 12, with a full slate of players at the Do Drop In, who enjoyed a busy, full day of action.

It began at 9:30 a.m. and went to 4:30 p.m. Nestor Fransoo headed the pro gram and participants took a break at noon to enjoy a hearty potluck meal, as good a smorg as you would ever find, thanks to the many cooks. Other games going on while shuffle board was being played included Kaiser, Chit Chat, Sequence and Scrabble, so if you weren’t watching the shuffleboard players you were busy elsewhere. Dur ing the noon break, Rose Delainey’s 90th birthday that day was recognised with a birthday cake, a flo ral arrangement and sing ing “Happy Birthday.”

The winning couples in shuffleboard were Linda Ard and Jerry Goodheart. Second were Gordon Cline and Carol Dyck and third were Stella Rendle and Karn Kelly. The only damper on the day was the snowfall that had to be dealt with before heading home. There is no doubt it was one of the better tour naments, but the next one will not be until January.

Funds for Recreation

The winning couples in shuffleboard at the Do Drop In Nov. 12 were Linda Ard and Jerry Goodheart, Carol Dyck and Gordon Cline, Karn Kelly and Stella Rendle. They are pictured with tournament master Nestor Fransoo. | Photo submitted

The North Battleford Lions Club has donated $500 to the Villa Pascal Recreation Department. There are always extra costs the department cannot cover without help from the community: the Handi-Baus for outings, coffees at the Co-op, attending community events and Christmas activities for residents. This enhances their quality of life and allows them to enjoy things we often take for granted every day. From left to right; Koreen Bauer, Cecil Russell (Lions Member), Karen Pernala, Pat Folan. | Photo submitted