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Councillors don’t want to restrict youth By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The City of North Battleford’s plan to extend COVID-19 proof of vaccination or negative test requirements throughout its facilities on Nov. 30 is intact after Monday’s council meeting. But changes were made to some of the requirements, the key one allowing an exemption to the policy for those 18 years of age and under. The requirements were under heavy scrutiny at a marathon council meeting, where council teetered on the edge of reversing the proof of vax rules it had approved Nov. 8. In the end, council opted to keep the proof of vax rules by the slimmest of margins, but there will be adjustments when they take effect Nov. 30. Council voted in favour of three exemptions to the new restrictions. The first called for an exemption for healthcare related rentals, such

as vaccination clinics or blood donation clinics as examples. The second vote was in favour of providing an exemption for religious and worship services. It turned out that the Northland Power Curling Centre actually had a regular rental for religious services. City Manager Randy Patrick explained the proof of vaccination restrictions could impact on religious freedom and be a Charter issue in that case, and the suggestion was to default to the provincial requirements in those cases. The third vote, which passed unanimously, exempts those 18 and under from the new requirements. That addressed concerns raised by several councillors at the meeting that youth would be restricted from participation. These exemptions will be added to the new double-vaccination/negative test requirements that are due to take effect next week. The rules apply to

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the following city facilities: NationsWEST Field House, Northland Power Curling Centre, Dekker Centre, Don Ross Centre, Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre and Access Communications Centre. The changes capped a contentious and lengthy meeting which saw council sharply divided on the proof of vaccination issue. Prior to the vote, council heard presentations from two delegations. The first was from Edam resident Heidi Sulatisky, a user of the CUplex, who expressed her strong opposition to the requirements. Council also heard from two representatives from the Saskatchewan Health Authority, Dr. Erin Hamilton and Medical Health Officer Dr. Mandiangu Nsungu. During their presentation the SHA representatives expressed support for the city’s measures to address the pandemic, and answered several questions from councillors. Continued on Page 8

This was the scene at Historic Lions Park in Battleford Saturday night as the Battleford Community Spirit Group officially turned on the lights for the 2021 Lights of Joy. The lights on the gazebo and the trees throughout the park were turned on at 6:30 p.m., much to the delight of the local residents who attended. In addition to seeing the lights go up, popcorn and hot chocolate was handed out to those on hand. This is the third year the lights have been turned on at the park. | Photo by John Cairns

Vaccine available to Battlefords children age 5-11 Thursday Staff

The Saskatchewan Health Authority has announced COVID-19 vaccinations are now available to children aged five to 11. In the Battlefords, the drive-thru clinic will offer the vaccine without appointment, beginning today, Thursday, at noon. There will also be an extra Pfizer clinic this Friday only from 3:30 to 7 p.m. for 5-11. Across the province, Tuesday saw a deluge of requests for pediatric vaccines as they became available in Saskatchewan, Continued on Page 6

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BATTLEFORD – Two people charged with second-degree murder in the death of 27-year-old Ryan John Gatzke are headed to trial. Co-accused Isaac Melko and Jacob Joseph Ballantyne both have been referred for case management at Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench after their matters were sent there from North Battleford Provincial Court. On Nov. 9, following a preliminary hearing in North Battleford Provincial Court, Judge Michelle Baldwin found there was enough evidence for 24-year-old Melko to stand trial on a charge of second-degree murder. Melko, who is from North Battleford, is also charged with carrying a rifle for the purpose of committing an indictable offence, possession of a rifle without a license, having his face masked with intent to commit an indictable offence, being an occupant of a Pontiac G5 knowing there was a shotgun, rifle and

handgun, and break and enter of a house in Battleford with intent to commit an indictable offence. On Oct. 27, Ballantyne’s matter was sent to Queen’s Bench. Ballantyne, who is now 26 and is from Edam, is charged with seconddegree murder in the death of Ryan Gatzke, pointing a handgun at co-accused Charles Michael McLean, break and enter of a house in Battleford with intent to commit an indictable offence, carrying a handgun for the purpose of committing an indictable offence, possession of a handgun without a license, having his face masked with the intent to commit an indictable offence, being an occupant of a Pontiac G5 knowing there was a shotgun, a rifle, and a handgun. MacLean’s charges went to Battleford Court of Queen’s Bench in May and he elected to be tried by judge alone. A date for his trial hasn’t been set. He is charged with manslaughter, break and enter with intent to commit an indictable offence, and a firearms offence. A young offender who

Crown drops charges against three people arrested by N.B. RCMP By Lisa Joy

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The Crown has entered a stay of proceedings against three people charged by the North Battleford RCMP Gang Task Force. Charges of possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking have been dropped against Sheldon

Kohut, 29, Zane Bolig, 33, and Kitana Swindler, 24, all of North Battleford. The charges against a fourth person, Lawrence Morin, 33, weren’t dropped and he is back in North Battleford Provincial Court Dec. 6 to enter a plea and election. Morin was additionally charged with possession of

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can’t be named in accordance with the Youth Criminal Justice Act was also charged with seconddegree murder in the death of Ryan Gatzke. He appeared in North Battleford Provincial Court Nov. 15 and his matter was adjourned to Nov. 29. Melko is at Saskatoon Provincial Correctional Centre, Ballantyne and the young offender are at Regina Provincial Correctional Centre. The young offender had a bail hearing in April and he was denied bail. A ban on publication of the details from the bail hearing was ordered. Ballantyne, Melko, McLean, and the young offender all have court orders banning them from contacting each other, or any of Ryan Gatzke’s family. The charges against the four accused haven’t been proven in court. Police found a badly injured Ryan Gatzke in a house in Battleford in October 2019. He was taken to the North Battleford hospital where he was declared deceased.

proceeds of crime under $5,000, unauthorized possession of a firearm, and unsafe storage of a firearm. The charges against Morin haven’t been proven in court. North Battleford RCMP had charged the four and seized drugs, cash and weapons following a traffic stop that led to a search of a home on the 300 block of 29 Street in Battleford June 5. Police seized two firearms, approximately $3,500 in cash, half of a pound of cocaine, and half of a pound of psilocybin (magic mushrooms) from the residence.

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Nightstand used in assault Submitted by Battlefords RCMP

Battlefords RCMP responded to 437 calls for service from Wednesday, Nov. 17 through Tuesday, Nov. 23. • Six missing persons reported. - Josaiha Chickosis missing person occurrence is still active. - Autumn Dillon has been located. • 15 assault investigations. - A 25-year-old woman was arrested and charged with assault with a weapon after throwing a nightstand at a male during an altercation at a residence on Ross Crescent shortly after midnight on Nov. 19. The male sustained minor injuries including cuts to his hands while defending himself. He did not require medical attention. The accused has since been released on conditions of no contact with the victim and she is set to appear in Provincial Court on Dec. 2. - Police responded to a disturbance at a residence on the 2000 block of 99th Street shortly before 10 p.m. on the Nov. 22. A woman in her thirties was found with facial injuries. A 36-year-old male was arrested at the scene without incident. Dayton Profeit, 36, was held in custody and made his first appearance in Provincial Court on Nov. 23 charged with assault and three counts of breach of probation. - Shaylene Cross-Tootoosis, 23, charged with two counts of assaulting a police officer, disturbing the peace and breach of probation after police called to a reported of an intoxicated person causing a disturbance on the 900 block of 102nd Street in North Battleford. While being booked into cells, the accused struck two officers. The accused is to appear in custody in North Battleford Provincial Court on Wednesday, Nov. 23. There were no injuries during the altercation. - Tara Giggie, 41, is facing numerous charges after an incident on the 900 block of 102nd Street in North Battleford shortly before 8 a.m. on the Nov. 20. Police were called after the accused stole someone’s car keys. The accused was confronted near the vehicle by the registered owner and threw the keys at them and fled. She was located by police a short time later and she attempted to flee on foot and struck one of the arresting officers when caught. she has been charged with assaulting a police officer, resisting arrest, uttering threats, theft and assault. She made her first appearance in custody in Provincial Court on Monday, Nov. 22. - A 16-year-old youth is facing two counts of assault with a weapon and one count of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, after he attended a residence on the 1400 block of 98th Street in North Battleford at 4:26 p.m. on the Nov. 22nd and sprayed bear mace at the occupants of the residence, striking two of them, including a two-yearold child with mace. The occupants were treated for the exposure to bear mace and are expected to be fine. •Four break and enter investigations.

- Report of a break and enter to a garage located on the 1600 block of 106th Street in North Battleford sometime the evening or early morning hours of Nov. 20-21. A bike and bolt cutter reported stolen. Witnesses have reported seeing an adult male and adult female suspect. - At 4:50 a.m. on the Nov. 21 police were called to a break and enter to a garage on the 1500 block of 104th Street in North Battleford. Damage was found to the door but is appears suspects fled without taking anything. Suspect(s) may have been interrupted by homeowner. • Five vehicle thefts. • 14 Mental Health Act investigations. • 11 traffic collisions. • Five individuals charged with impaired driving. • 29 various traffic charges. • Police responded to a report of a firearm being discharged at or near a residence on the Red Pheasant First Nation at 4:30 a.m. on the Nov. 23. Suspects fled scene prior to police arriving. Suspect vehicle was located a short time later and four adult males and one adult female were arrested without incident. Police recovered three firearms and suspected crack cocaine and powder cocaine during the arrest. The matter remains under investigation. The five accused have all been remanded into custody and were set to appear in North Battleford Provincial Court on Nov. 24. - Denver Deschampes, 21, of North Battleford is facing 10 charges including possession of cocaine for trafficking purposes, unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon and various other weapons offences, failing to comply with the conditions of a release order and identity fraud. - Hart Desmeules, 23, of North Battleford is facing seven weapons and drug possession charges. - Easton Louis, 25, of North Battleford is facing 10 charges including possession of cocaine for trafficking purposes, unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon and various other weapons charges, failing to comply with the conditions of a release order and identity fraud. - Terry Moosomin, 28, of the Mosquito First Nation is facing 11 charges including discharging a firearm, careless use of a firearm and various other weapons offences, possession of cocaine for trafficking purposes, failing to comply with conditions of a release order and identity fraud. - Cher Spyglass, 22, of Lloydminster is facing 12 charges including discharging a firearm, careless use of a firearm and various other weapons offences, possession of cocaine for trafficking purposes, failing to comply with conditions of a release order and identity fraud. Anyone with information on any incident is urged to call the Battlefords RCMP at 306-446-1720 or Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222TIPS (8477).

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Questions around Valleyview Towers come up at city council By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords Housing Authority’s General Manager Denis Lavertu visited North Battleford city council Monday to outline recent accomplishments and initiatives. But, it was Valleyview Towers that drew much of the attention from council. Valleyview Towers II has have been subject to an ongoing letter-writing campaign from tenants about living and security conditions. In addition, this year, at least two tenants of Valleyview Towers II won claims against the authority made to the provincial Office of Residential Tenancies, and four more are scheduled for a hearing. Lavertu told council there have been investments in security in their properties. A professional security contractor, Pin-

nacle Protection Services, was hired in April to provide patrols for six of their buildings for 10 to 12 hours overnight. Lavertu told council that of all the measures, the “most successful” has been the professional security contract. He said an activity tracking log was started in July for undesirable activities, and the source of the activity was also tracked. He said 89 per cent of the undesirable activities reported was by on-site security, as opposed to tenants or staff. It was noted from July to October, 125 undesirable activities were identified after business hours. The majority of instances included non-tenant trespassing on the grounds, noise disturbances, vandalism, non-tenant intoxication and other disturbances. Lavertu said since ini-

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The Lighthouse Serving the Battlefords is assuring North Battleford residents their proposed transitional living facility on 104th Street will be safe for those in the area. “From what I’ve been reading and hearing, there is concern that it’s not going to be a safe place for residents,” said Lighthouse director Joannie Maclean about their proposed discretionary use application for 1671 - 104th St. in the city. Maclean is anxious to dispel misconceptions about the project, which is to set up an expanded transitional living home for upwards of 10 residents. “What it is is a 10-bedroom home for people who need some extra support to build the skills of being able to live on their own,” said MacLean. “So, we’re going to work with them to help them build the skills, and

eventually they’ll be out in the community on their own.” There will be an intake process to determine who will make up the residents at the home. “There’s a team of people who work with the residents and the clients, and we all sit down and make sure they’re a good fit for the home before we accept them into the program.” The location already houses up to four clients, but a discretionary use application at City Hall is required to increase the number they can house at that location. The application is to set up a Residential Care Facility - Type II in the R2 - Low Density Residential Zoning District. North Battleford council heard a presentation in October from Lighthouse directors about the proposal. The city has received letters of opposition from area residents including from nearby Caleb Village,

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tiating a compliments and complaints policy in February there have been 23 formal complaints and 18 compliments from tenants, plus other minor complaints that Lavertu said are easily resolved. “Specifically,” Lavertu said, “there have been no formal tenant complaints from Valleyview Towers since March this year.” (The News-Optimist has a copy of a compliments and complaint form filed by a Tower II tenant stamped as received by the housing authority April 13, 2021. It appears to be a “complaint” regarding the condition of a suite.) Councillor Kelli Hawtin wondered if the vacancy rates were going down, “as those buildings are directly tied to the city of North Battleford’s subsidy for Battlefords Housing Authority.” Continued on Page 20

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expressing concerns about safety and increased traffic and noise if the application was approved. Maclean is assuring residents the proposal is not for a homeless shelter similar to the one downtown. “I know there’s confusion that it is like a shelter, but it’s nothing like the shelter,” said Maclean. She said The Lighthouse has been doing some outreach in the community. Maclean had met with residents at Caleb Village about their plans, and also plans to put together some information for the residents in the area. Their next step is to go door to door there and introduce themselves so people are aware and they know who to contact with questions and concerns, and “clear up some of the misconceptions.” The indication from Maclean is that their application will be back before council, likely at their Dec. 13 meeting.

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The past couple of years have provided many examples of extreme weather events that, according to scientists, were exacerbated by climate change. These events, which used to be featured in the back pages of newspapers or during the final moments of newscasts, are now in Canada. British Columbians endured an extreme heat wave in July, which has been followed this month by heavy rainfall and severe flooding. Research Co. recently collaborated in the creation of The Climate Coverage in Canada Report, which sought feedback from scientists, journalists and Canadians to figure out where we go as we tackle one of the most compelling stories of our time. The results of the survey outline a public that is slowly embracing the idea of climate change as “a crisis” and becoming tired of skeptics who have taken advantage of ancestral editorial guidelines and contemporary online platforms. The survey was conducted immediately after a federal electoral campaign where the issue of the environment was particularly salient in Quebec. The environment, for the most part, was not treated differently in 2021 than in previous electoral contests. One has to wonder if the situation would have been the same had the campaign taken place in July or November. In our survey, overwhelming proportions of scientists (91 per cent) and journalists (93 per cent) state that the news media should cover climate change as a crisis – a view shared by 73 per cent of Canadians. “Strong agreement” with covering climate change as a crisis reaches 66 per cent among scientists and 76 per cent among journalists but drops to 34 per cent among all Canadians. British Columbians are more likely to believe that climate change should be covered as a crisis (41 per cent) than residents of Quebec (37 per cent), Atlantic Canada (36 per cent), Alberta (also 36 per cent), Ontario (30 per cent) and Saskatchewan and Manitoba (25 per cent). The events of the last few days have brought more attention across Canada to the direct connection between climate change and weather events. This is an issue where there is practically universal agreement, with 95 per cent of scientists and 94 per cent of journalists saying that news stories about natural disasters and extreme weather should include information about how scientists say the likelihood and severity of those events are increasing as a result of climate change. For decades, the search for objectivity in media coverage has compelled producers and editors to solicit views from a wide range of people, even if their statements contradict scientific facts. In our survey, 73 per cent of journalists and 63 per cent of scientists think news outlets should not publish columns, editorials op-eds or guest essays that reject climate change. It is important to note that the people responsible for ink and airwaves are more likely to abhor the presence of this type of guest than those who study science. There is one area where scientists and journalists do not find common ground. While 79 per cent of scientists want to be allowed to review stories about their find-

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ings and conclusions prior to publication, only 19 per cent of journalists are willing to grant that privilege. Understandably, the country’s reporters and editors want to continue to have an unencumbered process of story preparation. Almost three in five Canadians (59 per cent) would like social media companies to suspend or ban users who reject climate change – a course of action endorsed by 64 per cent of journalists and scientists. Most Canadians believe it is time to stop the media – mainstream and social – from becoming a repository

for the musings of the uninformed. Online commentary about climate change cannot be treated with the same lackadaisical standards as a discussion about the state of local professional sports teams. Mario Canseco is president of Research Co. Results are based on online studies conducted from October 8 to November 3 among 1,006 adults, 143 scientists and 148 journalists in Canada. The margin of error, which measures sample variability, is plus or minus 3.1 percentage points, 19 times out of 20.

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By Johannie Dufour and Sarah Beauregard Translated by Katya Teague Strolling down the street with great excitement, Orion, Capella and their father, Patrick, were on their way to the Snow Island Art Gallery. The gallery had graciously allowed the city to use one of its rooms to showcase old photos from Christmases past, and the exhibition was scheduled to open that afternoon. Fascinated by the history of his hometown, Mr. Patrick, as his students called him, volunteered to organize the whole thing. He’d asked elders from across the island to share their old holiday photos, and the response was incredible. In fact, he received so many pictures that he only finished organizing and hanging them up the day before. Today, Patrick had the twins in tow to help with the finishing touch: putting up the Christmas decorations. When they arrived, however, they were shocked by what they saw. Hundreds of photos had fallen off the walls and several frames were broken. There was shattered glass all over the floor and even some of the display boards were knocked over. “What happened?” Orion asked, a note of panic in his voice. “I believe it’s my fault,” his father answered with a grave tone. Pointing to an open window, Patrick explained: “I wanted to let in some fresh air because all the old boxes made the room smell musty. I must have forgotten to close it before I left. “The strong winds that blew in last night certainly did a number on this place. I’ll have to postpone the grand opening. There’s no way we’ll be ready in time.” Patrick sighed as he began to sweep up the broken glass. “No way! I’m sure we can find a solution,” Capella exclaimed, always eager to take on a challenge. “Come on,” she said to her brother. “I know what to do. We’ll be right back, Dad!” Before he could say anything, the children bolted for the door. “Where are we going, Capella?” Orion asked. “To look for our friends,” she replied. “With a few extra people, we’ll have this mess cleaned up in no time.” “Good idea!” Once outside, Orion and Capella sped off to get help. Within 20 minutes, word had spread and a dozen classmates had gathered, more than happy to lend a hand to the coolest teacher in school. Back at the gallery, everyone got straight to work. Patrick called out

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Vaccine available to Battlefords children age 5-11 Thursday Continued from Page 1 enough to bog down the online booking system. Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., more than 12,000 appointments were booked for pediatric vaccinations. Here in the Battlefords, Pfizer for 12+ and for 5-11

is available at the Finning Cat drive-thru at 391 Hwy 16 Tuesdays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., each Thursday from noon to 7 p.m., and each Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Moderna is available to 12+ every Tuesday from

1:30 to 4 p.m. at the drivethru. The Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are available for 12+ every Wednesday from Nov. 24 to Dec. 3 at the North Battleford Library between 10:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. those days.

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Tuesday saw a deluge of requests for pediatric vaccines as they became available in Saskatchewan, enough to bog down the online booking system. Delivery of pediatric vaccines is underway with the Saskatchewan Health Authority planning to offer immunizations in 141 communities across the province, in more than 100 schools, and through specialized clinics for children with additional needs. Information on booking your appointment or finding a clinic near you is available at Saskatchewan. ca/covid-19. A high volume of traffic experienced Tuesday morning caused online booking system slowdowns which are being addressed. Between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m., more than 12,000 appointments were

booked for pediatric vaccinations. The SHA continues to see availability in clinic appointments and are confident they will be able to provide appointments for everyone who wants one. Once SHA clinics are available in your area, group appointments for siblings or families can be made by calling 1-833-Sask-VAX (1-833727-5829). Parents can be immunized at the same time as their children. Information on in-school clinics will be shared with parents and students directly. Vaccinations will also be available for five to 11 year olds from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), Northern InterTribal Health Authority (NITHA) and participating pharmacies. Information on locations of participating phar-

macies will be updated when the pharmacies have received their supply of pediatric vaccine. The provincial COVID-19 dashboard, including the provincial vaccination rate, will be updated the week of November 22 to incorporate this new age cohort. Note that provincial vaccine administration information is reported on a 48 hour lag to permit for data entry from the vaccination sites. While Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) clinics will begin administering COVID-19 immunizations to children five to 11 years in Regina and Saskatoon starting Wednesday and expanding to other communities and regions through the week, it may take up to 48 hours for this data to be reported in the provincial dashboard.

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By Faye Erickson We continue to meet on Tuesdays following COVID rules. I look forward to a session with Pam on creating Christmas cards. The icy blustery weather on the 16th prompted me to stay home and paint. This fall I experimented with paint pouring techniques. While it was interesting to see interesting patterns and

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Monday, Nov 29th & Dec 6th Pick-up your “Rudolph Fun Packs” free for the children! PRE-REGISTER on Wednesday, Nov 24th and Dec 1st for each week. Rudolph Fun Packs provide fun Christmas activities and treats for children ages 4 – 12 years.

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Call or text 306-441-4381. Special Guests: Battlefords North Stars will be joining each week!

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CHRISTMAS HIGH TEA FRIDAY, DEC 3RD

Invite your friends and enjoy Christmas High Tea together! Christmas High Tea has become a wonderful tradition at Festival of Trees and the delicious scones, handmade clotted cream, jams, finger sandwiches, petite fours and tea will be boxed for your enjoyment.

Order online at buhfoundation.com or by calling 306-441-4381.

CHRISTMAS HIGH TEA COMES PREPARED FOR TWO ~ $50

The Cup Café & Bakery Festival Cupcake Fundraiser WEDNESDAY – FRIDAY, NOV 24TH – 26TH Order your Festival of Trees cupcakes from The Cup Café & Bakery and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Festival of Trees! These festive cupcakes are available individually or in group orders and will only be available for a limited time.

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“Gala Getaway” & Cooking with Co-op ~ Festival of Trees Edition SATURDAY DECEMBER 4TH - 6:30 PM

We are excited to host this tropical vacation themed event as we partner with Cooking with Co-op and their host, Tracy Voigt to present a special Festival of Trees Edition! Cooking with Co-op is an interactive virtual event where you will cook, eat and drink along with host and Co-op Member, Tracy Voigt.

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Continued from Page 1 Council then turned to the issue of whether to introduce exemptions to the policy. Fireworks quickly erupted when Councillor Kelli Hawtin introduced an amendment that would have required the city to follow the provincial medical health guidelines and public health restrictions only, with no additional measures at city facilities for the duration of the pandemic. Councillor Kent Lindgren quickly objected, saying the amendment” changes the very nature of the motion.” Council quickly fell into two camps, with councillors Lindgren, Bill Ironstand and Len Taylor supporting keeping the restrictions intact as well as the exemptions before council, while also voicing opposition to Hawtin’s amendment. They made the point that they saw the amendment as, in essence, a reversal of council’s Nov. 8 decision to bring in the proof of vax/negative test requirements. “This is not an amendment. This is really going against keeping our community safe at a higher level than what the province might be doing,” said Lindgren. He said he believed it was within the city’s powers to bring the requirements in, and not simply leave it up to the province. “I am not about saying ‘not it’ anymore. This is part of what we are elected to do is make hard decisions and not put it off on somebody else.” Ironstand, who has been a strong proponent of the new proof of vax restrictions, accused council of disregarding the health advice they had heard from the SHA officials earlier. “We are talking about this amendment that completely ignores what the medical experts just told us,” said Ironstand. “We are playing politics here, for some reason, with our community’s health. I don’t understand it, I do not agree with it, I will not support this in any way shape or form.” Hawtin later challenged the idea that they weren’t listening to the experts, saying the health experts’ recommendations were al-

ready covered by the province’s measures. “Those measures currently exist by the province. They have been seen to be working,” said Hawtin, who made the argument that health policy was a legislative responsibility of the province. She also expressed concern that users of North Battleford facilities would leave and use arenas in Battleford and elsewhere where the policies don’t exist. “What in essence what have we done? What have we accomplished? We have accomplished displacing our organizations out of our city, but the activities still occur,” said Hawtin. Mayor David Gillan and Councillor Ross MacAngus were more supportive of Hawtin’s amendment. MacAngus had voted in favour of the proof of vax restrictions at the Nov. 8 meeting, but he reported he had received phone calls expressing concerns about the impact on youth. On the fence was Councillor Greg Lightfoot, whose primary concern was the impact of the restrictions on youth and extracurricular sports, and possible mental health impacts. Instead of supporting Hawtin’s amendment, he proposed another option: exempting those 18 and under from the new policy at facilities. Lightfoot also admitted to feeling conflicted on the whole issue. “I really wish we weren’t put in this position to make these decisions, which I believe is a health authority decision, not a city council decision.” In the end, the vote on Hawtin’s amendment ended up a 3-3 tie and, by rule, was defeated. It was a recorded vote, with Hawtin, MacAngus and Mayor David Gillan voting in favour of the amendment and Lindgren, Ironstand and Taylor against, with Lightfoot declaring he was abstaining. Council then turned to their original resolutions on whether to add exemptions. For the exemptions for health-care related rentals and religious services, six councillors voted in favour, but

Hawtin abstained, citing that these exemptions were already fundamentally covered by the provincial regulations. The final vote to exempt those 18 and under carried unanimously. The next step is for the new policies to take effect next week, and the policies will be reviewed on a monthly basis by council. According to a city news release Tuesday, as of Nov. 30 people can expect the following policies to be in effect: All patrons 19 years of age and older are required to present proof of full vaccination or provincially approved negative COVID-19 test within 72 hours to access the following: • Battlefords Co-op Aquatic Centre • Northland Power Curling Centre • Access Communications Centre • Don Ross Community Centre • Don Ross Arena • Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts Acceptable proof of vaccination includes: • QR code on a mobile phone (screenshot from MySaskHealthRecord or SK Vax Wallet app) • QR code printed from MySaskHealthRecord • COVID-19 vaccine certificate printed from MySaskHealthRecord • Wallet cards received at time of immunization (Saskatchewan Health Authority or Indigenous Services Canada) • Proof (electronic or in writing) issued by another province, territory or government. For proof of negative COVID-19 testing, any of the following tests administered at a testing site approved by the Minister of Health will be considered acceptable: • A polymerase chain reaction (PCR) test for SARS-CoV-2 • A point-of-care antigen test for SARS-CoV-2 • Any other test for SARS-CoV-2 approved by the minister of Health The venues will not be accepting self-administered rapid antigen tests, according to the city, as those tests are for selfmonitoring/testing purposes only.

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Battleford West Place celebrated a sixth anniversary Nov. 1. The families of the building shared a supper in the common room to celebrate. Later in the month the ladies held a get together in the common room. Hunting season opened Nov. 15 for white-tailed deer. There seems to be a lot of deer in our area. Just watch out for land that is posted against hunting and trespassing. Farmers’ livestock is still out in the fields and bush. Good hunting to all those sportsmen out and about. Back roads are still open

as there has not been much snow, yet. Moon watchers got a good display in the early morning hours of Nov. 18. There was a partial eclipse of the full moon that lasted two and half hours. For those with clear skies it was seen all over North America. The November moon is called the frost or beaver moon and there will be a long wait to see another like it. Western Development Museum workers are preparing to Light Up the Village for the Christmas season. New lights have been added. Some local businesses have contributed. It opens Dec. 1 and runs to Jan. 7 from

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Members gather for annual meeting By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE ‑ An an‑ nual meeting of the Maid‑ stone Drop In Centre was

held Nov. 9 with Denise Newton as chairperson and Noelle Coulthard as secre‑ tary. Treasurer Gloria Mc‑ Connel distributed a finan‑ cial report.

The centre has been used during the past year as a COVID-19 vaccina‑ tion clinic, so has not been available for social events other than members who

play cribbage in an isolated areas on Mondays. A monthly meeting fol‑ lowed with informal dis‑ cussions on matters con‑ cerning the security of the

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6:30 to 9 p.m. Cost is $10 per car and $40 for buses or larger groups. Season passes are available. Anyone wanting to see a good display of Christmas lights should be sure to drive through. Massive land slides in mountain passes are causing devastation in British Columbia after heavy rain storms. The prairies are being affected because a number of rail lines are washed out or damaged. No prairie products can be shipped out to other countries. Damaged highways are restricting traffic in and out of Vancouver. Construction crews are busy making dikes and to get things reopened. Many people have lost homes or suffered damage beyond repair. It has also hurt farmers’ crops and livestock. The Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation is hosting their 26th Festival of Trees Nov. 24 to Dec. 8 at different locations in the Battlefords. There will be decorated trees and other items to bid on and other activities to enjoy.

A Safer Saskatchewan Over the last decade, overall crime rates have decreased. However, during the last five years, there has been an increase in violent crime and in property crime in rural areas. This is unacceptable. Our government will move forward with measures intended to address gaps in policing and public safety, particularly in rural Saskatchewan. We will: • add 60 new police positions and another 11 civilian positions to support new law enforcement initiatives, • create a new Provincial Protective Services unit, and • create the Saskatchewan Trafficking Response Team.

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ken advocate and dedicated researcher on innovations and agriculture. He is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Agricultural & Resource Economics at the University of Saskatchewan and holds the Agri-Food Innovation and Sustainability Enhancement Chair. His research focuses on sustainability, agriculture, innovation and food. Smyth also publishes a weekly blog on these topics at SAIFood.ca. “Dr. Smyth strives to communicate and advocate to all demographics, whether it is to his students, peers, twitter followers or blog audience,” said Savannah Gleim, research officer at University of Saskatchewan who has worked with Smyth

for several years. “His research is strongly driven by his desire to help others understand and recognize the benefits of innovations which have shaped Saskatchewan agriculture. He rarely turns down the opportunity to meet new people and speak about his research.” “I’m deeply honoured to be this years’ recipient of Farm & Food Care’s Champion Award,” Smyth said in his acceptance speech. “I view this as a team award, as without the fantastic contributions from Savannah Gleim, Rim Lassoued, Diego Macall, Chelsea Sutherland and Jordan Schiewe, there would be considerably less information to communicate. It is a

Dr. Stuart Smyth is the winner of the 2021 Champion Award presented annually by Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan. | Photo credit: Farm & Food Care Saskatchewan website

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Cody Coverchuk of Meadow Lake takes bull riding championship Submitted EDMONTON, Alta. – In front of a raucous crowd inside the state-of-the art Rogers Place, the historic 2021 PBR (Professional Bull Riders) Canada season came to a climactic end the evening of Saturday, Nov. 13. Completing a come-from-behind surge, Cody Coverchuk of Meadow Lake etched his name in the league record books, becoming just the third multi-time national champion in league history as he was crowned the 2021 PBR Canada Champion. Entering the final day of the season, Coverchuk was No. 2 in the nation, 55.66 points behind then No. 1 Dakota Buttar of Kindersley. While Coverchuk needed to rebound from a 0-for2 showing on the first day of action for the 2021 PBR Canada National Finals, presented by Command Tubular Products, the state of the title race was drastically altered when No. 1 Buttar was relegated to the sidelines with a groin injury. Shaking off his dismal performance from Friday evening inside the home of the NHL’s Edmonton Oilers, Coverchuk earned one of 12 coveted positions in the championship round after riding Rico (Vold Rodeo/Robinson) for 83 points. Awaiting Coverchuk in the final round was 2019

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Cody Coverchuk of Meadow Lake etched his name in the league record books Nov. 13, becoming just the third multi-time national champion in league history as he was crowned the 2021 PBR Canada Champion. | Photos courtesy Covy Moore

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Buttar was awarded the Glen Keeley Award for the fifth consecutive year. This award goes to the Canadian bull rider earning the most world points during the season. League history was also made in the bull pen, as Happy Camper (Two Bit Bucking Bulls) became the first bovine athlete in Canadian history to be anointed the Canadian Global PBR Canada Bull of the Year multiple times. First winning the title in 2018, Happy Camper earned the 2021 title, and accompanying $10,000 bonus after concluding the year with a 45-point average. Happy Camper edged out runner-up Gaume Farms Stickin “n” Movin (Eno Bucking Bulls) by 0.125 points. The Bucking Sensation from the Two Bit Nation clinched the title at the first-ever PBR Canada National Finals in Edmonton when he delivered a 44.5-point trip inside Rogers Place. The score also tied Happy Camper for the 2021 PBR Canada Bull of the Finals, splitting the honor with Devil’s Advocate (Chase Kesler Bucking Bulls). Devil’s Advocate delivered the event-best score in Round 2 when he dispatched Buttar in a swift 2.92 seconds.

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University of Saskatchewan (USask) PhD student Jensen Cherewyk has been awarded one of Canada’s most prestigious doctoral scholarships for leading-edge research into an overlooked compound formed by a toxic fungus in forage grasses and cereal grains that threatens human and animal food safety. “I was not expecting it, and I’m very grateful,” Cherewyk said about receiving the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council’s Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship, which is awarded to the top tier of doctoral scholarship applicants and provides $35,000 a year for three years. Ergot is a fungus (Claviceps purpurea) that proliferates during rainy, damp growing seasons and creates ergot body or sclerotia—black or darkpurple kernels—that replace the normal kernels of cereal crops such as rye, wheat and barley. Sclerotia contain ergot alkaloids, poisonous chemical compounds that have two different configurations— an S-form (S-epimer) and an R-form (R-epimer). It’s known that R-epimers produce their toxic effect primarily through the mechanism of vasoconstriction, the narrowing of blood vessels, which slows or blocks blood flow. Cherewyk’s research focuses on mechanisms of the S-epimer, which constitutes about 30 per cent of the alkaloid concentrations

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Things icing up at the rinks By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

The snow and rain we had Monday night left a layer of ice on the vehicles and everything outside. It took me over an hour to get my car cleaned off, and that was with some help by a neighbour. The roads were hazardous, to say the least. Thursday morning saw the world done up in pretty hoar frost, but it didn’t last long. The Meota Curling Club will begin putting ice in next week in preparation for the upcoming season. The club offers two nights of league curling that begins in the first week of December on Tuesdays and Thursdays. It’s a recreational league that is open to everyone of all skill levels and the club is always looking for more curlers. Those wanting more information, or to sign up as an individual or team, can contact Derek at 306-4419257. The outdoor skating

rink started getting flooded Nov. 17 and it is hoped it will be ready to be skated on this week. The Meota recreation board (ADRA) maintains the ice surface. Meota ADRA is sponsoring two nights of open gym at the community hall this winter. Adults are welcome Thursdays from 7 to 9 p.m. Floor hockey, volleyball and basketball are some of the activities that could be involved. There is a $2 drop-in fee. Youth activities will be available Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. There is no fee for Wednesday night. A shuffleboard tournament at the Do Drop In was keenly looked forward to after being put on hold for two years. While 29 people registered to play, cancellations brought that number down to 19 by Saturday morning. Some folks played only two of their three games before leaving, so it ended up with many substitute players filling in, making it impossible to name a winning

team. However, everyone enjoyed the day and top single scorers were named. They were Linda Ard and Eric Callbeck tied at 68 points, Randy Bercht tied with Cora Christiansen with 60 points and Gail Hilderman had 59. While these games were being played by four people each time, others were watching them or playing cribbage, Sequence or Chit Chat. Nestor Fransoo organized the event with help from Arlene Walker and it was no easy task to keep score, with team members changing and people coming and going all day. My snow scoop from the back door disappeared on Saturday while I was at the hall. Hope whoever borrowed it will return it. Bridge was played at the Pioneer Hall Nov. 18 with three tables in play. Top score went to David Sharpe and Vern Iverson. In second were Jean Lawes and Fraser Glen. Nov. 19 saw five tables at the Do Drop In playing

Earning top scores at a Do Drop In shuffleboard tournament were Eric Callbeck, Linda Ard, Randy Bercht, Gail Hilderman, Judy Schmidt and Nestor Fransoo. | Photo by Lorna Pearson

canasta. Top score went to Vern Iverson and Albert Huys. A close second were Joyce Luckey and Bev McCrimmon and third were Arlene Walker and Gwen Lacerte. It was nice to have folks from town out that we hadn’t seen for a long time. Horn scoring will take place in Mervin Hall on Dec. 18 at 1 p.m. by Turtle River Wildlife Federation. Purchase your 2022 mem-

bership and be entered to win an ice fishing package. Flu shots are available on a walk-in basis at the Glaslyn Hall Nov. 25 from 3:30 to 6 p.m. and at Edam Community Center on Dec. 3, from 12:30 to 3 p.m. COVID shots are available at this time. Let the nurse know if you’re interested at www.saskatchewan.ca/ covid19-vaccine. My granddaughter, Jordan Calladine, who is

taking her fourth year of training to be a lawyer at the University of Saskatchewan, was presented with a $20,000 scholarship. We are so proud of her and her achievements. We have lost some of the “winter folks” who have headed south again. They will be missed at our activities and we hope when they return in the spring there will not be problems at the border.

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Knitted and crocheted items for sale at Rose Gill Lodge By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

Condolences to the Huard family of Whitkow on the passing of Esther last Wednesday. Their daughter Lauren is married to Kevin Liebaert of Mayfair and their son Brennan lives in North Battleford. She was an employee of Canadian Tire for many years. Esther’s five grandchildren will dearly miss her. She was the daughter

of Paul and Ruth Bilanski of Hafford area. Deepest sympathy to George Lavallee’s daughter Nikki of Humboldt. He was a resident in River Heights Lodge North Battleford after moving from his farm east of Mayfair. George was also a grader operator in the RM of Meeting Lake. The Rose Gill Lodge senior care home in Rabbit Lake has a variety of home-made knitted and

crotcheted items for sale ‑ mitts, toques and table doilies. Christmas Eve mass is Dec. 24 is 9 p.m. in Mayfair All Saints Catholic Church. The priest is still the temporary one, as the parish is waiting for a fulltime one to cross the Canadian border. Did you know the provincial parks are staying open for the winter months? One can still use the pass purchased in the

spring. I’m wondering if people would actually pull their trailers and camp in the parks? Apparently, this is a service consumers want just like in summer months. I prefer to go somewhere warmer. New buyer for the Mayfair senior housing fourunit complex, most recently owned by the RM, is an American outfitter. It has been for sale since summer. Anyone wondering about vehicles with U.S.

plates, now you know. Dane and Jen Starycki family of Maymont will have lots to celebrate this Christmas as their oldest son underwent successful surgery in Toronto’s Hospital for Sick Children in October. Their stay was brief, as Nate was released shortly after this lengthy procedure. Thank goodness for all of the computerized medical equipment in our days. Thirteen-year-old Nate was a premature baby

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FUNERAL SERVICES CHILIBECK: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father & grandfather, Mr. Walter Chilibeck at the age of 95 years. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Friday, November 5, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at Notre Dame de Lourdes Roman Catholic Church with Reverend Father Nick Ferreras celebrant. Interment followed at the North Battleford City Cemetery. To view the Live Stream please visit www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca/Obituar y/Walter-Chilibeck Walter is survived by his loving wife, Louise; his children and grandchildren: Laurie-Ann, Ryan and Eric Phillips; Linda (Jeff) and Aiden Alberding; brother, Stan (Moring); sister, Lil Gloude. He was predeceased by his sons: Michael & Roy; parents: John & Rose Chilibeck; sisters: Florence, Mary & Helen; his parents-in-law: Walter & Cecile Dion; along with many family members and friends. He will be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, grandfather & uncle and had a special place in his heart for all of his friends. In lieu of flowers memorial donations in memory of Mr. Walter Chilibeck can be made to the BUH Foundation Po Box 1358 North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8 or the Parish Masses. Condolences for the family can be left at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements was entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MEOTA NO. 468 Public Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision 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 for a discretionary use parcel subdivision. The application includes the creation of one (1) parcel for the intended use of single-parcel country residential development within the NW ¼ Sections 30-4717-W3M, represented by Parcel A, as shown. This is currently permitted as a discretionary use in the Agricultural District – Section 5.2.2 of Bylaw 02-2011 known as the Zoning Bylaw.

Call 306-441-8077 (Dillan) or 306-480-4845 (Todd) email: Russelldillan@gmail.com https://russell-constructionsaak.business.site/

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Council will consider this application at the regular scheduled Council meeting on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at 2:30 pm in the RM of Meota office. If you wish to speak or be present at the meeting please contact the RM Administrator, Kirk Morrison at cao@rmmeota468.ca to arrange for teleconference. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to Monday November 29, 2021, to Box 80, Meota, SK, S0M 1X0 or by email to info468@sasktel.net or robin@northboundplanning.ca. For additional information please contact the Municipal Planner. Robin Bloski, BA (Hons) RM of Meota Development Officer/Municipal Planner November 19, 2021

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ADVENT SEASON SERVICES at Third Avenue United Church Nov. 28 - 10:30 am

“Hanging of the Greens” Come explore the symbols of Christmas as the church is decorated

Dec. 5 - 10:30 am “Communion” - Individual servings of bread and juice will be provided

Dec. 12 - 10:30 am “White Gift Sunday” Bring non-perishable food & toys for the Empty Stocking Fund and/or clothing for The Lighthouse

Dec. 19 - 10:30 am “Lessons and Carols”

Dec. 24 - 4:30 pm & 7:00 pm “Christmas Eve Service”

Dec. 26 - No Service at Third Avenue. A service will be posted on our website. The following measures are in effect for your safety: • Please pre-register, if you can, with the church office (306 445-8171) to attend (space is limited); • Hand sanitize upon entering and leaving the church (provided); • Wear a face mask; • Physical distance. If you are unable to attend our Sunday services, check them out on-line at www.thirdavenueunitedchurchnb.ca. 1301 102 St, North Battleford

Liquor Permit Advertising Form

(Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997)

Notice is hereby given that 102078585 Saskatchewan Ltd. has applied to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) for a Restaurant permit to sell alcohol in the premises known as Hafford Restaurant at Junction Hwy 40 & 340 Hafford SK, S0J 1A0. 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.

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF PARKDALE No. 498 Notice of Discretionary Use Subdivision Public notice is hereby given that pursuant to section 55 of the Planning and Development Act, 2007 that the RM of Parkdale No. 498 has received a discretionary subdivision application. The application is for a commercial subdivision for one (1) parcel consisting of proposed Parcel D within Part of the NW ¼ Section 31-50-16-W3M as shown in “Schedule A” below. This is a discretionary use within the Agricultural District as stipulated within Part 5, clause 5.2.4 of Bylaw 04-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Zoning Bylaw, and within, Part 6, subsection 6.1 of Bylaw 03-06, known as the RM of Parkdale No. 498 Basic Planning Statement. Schedule A

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

Council will consider this application at a regular meeting of Council on December 8th, 2021 at 10:00 AM in the RM of Parkdale office. If you wish to comment on this proposal, please do so in writing prior to December 7th, 2021, to the RM of Parkdale’s Office at Box 310, Glaslyn, SK, S0M 0Y0. Ashela McCullough Acting Administrator November 18th, 2021

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R.M. OF MEOTA NO. 468 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST BOARDS and COMMITTEES

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JACKFISH LAKE WATERSHED ASSOCIATION

1A TRUCK DRIVERS REQUIRED:

Applications are being accepted for the contract position of Secretary/Treasurer to the Jackfish Lake Watershed Association Board. Duties include meeting agendas, minutes, accounts payable, annual budget, banking, bookkeeping, correspondence etc. Please include in your application: educational background, experience, computer equipment availability, and references. More information is available from Betty 306-441-6149 or Kevin 306-441-7305. Please respond by Nov. 18, 2021. Resumes may be submitted to betty@sasktel.net or Jackfish Lake Watershed Association P.O.Box 1623 North Battleford, Sask. S9A 3W2

The Rural Municipality of Meota #468 welcomes expressions of interest from ratepayers who wish to volunteer their time as members of the following Council appointed Boards and Committees:

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RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF PARKDALE NO. 498

Late model winch trucks and trailers; dump trucks and pups. Hauling heavy equipment, gravel, and camp shacks.

PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN

Wage negotiable. Clean drivers abstract a must.

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.

Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www. brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY LSD 4-01-50-17-3 EXT 9

RM of Meota #468, Box 80, Meota, SK S0M 1X0 or email rm468@sasktel.net. Thank you for your interest. Only those selected will be advised of their appointment.

Total Arrears*

Costs

Total Arrears and Costs

142493957

2,341.91

491.00

2,832.91

* On January 1, 2022 the 2021 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.

Agricultural Development District (1) Interlake Water Utility (1) Jackfish Lake Watershed (4) Stewards of Jackfish and Murray Lake (2) West Yellowhead Waste Resource Authority Inc. (1)

Dated this 18th day of November, 2021 Ashela McCullough, Acting Administrator

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

Those interested in serving on the Boards and Committees are invited to submit an expression of interest specifying the specific Board or Committee of interest by December 15, 2021 to the following:

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Notice is hereby given under The Tax Enforcement Act that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the 25th day of January 2022 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

PUBLIC NOTICE

Lot Sec

Blk. Twp. Plan Range

Title No.

Total Arrears

21 22

3 3 B

119604685 144571473 153114791

103.11 351.34 1,362.51

R2049 R2049 AX1137

Dated this 25th day of November, 2021

Costs Advertising

Total Arrears & Costs

51.75 51.75 51.75

154.86 403.09 1,414.26

Wendy Tanchak, Treasurer

RM of Mervin No. 499 Public Notice Zoning Bylaw Amendment Public Notice is hereby given that the Council of the Rural Municipality (RM) of Mervin No. 499 intends to adopt a bylaw under the Planning and Development Act, 2007, to amend Bylaw No. 94-4, known as the Zoning Bylaw (ZB). INTENT: The proposed amendment would standardize wording throughout the ZB regarding Real Property Surveyor’s Reports (RPSR) and clarify the instances and timing of provision of RPSR’s for a development applicant as it relates to determining the suitability of development with respect to hazard lands. AFFECTED LAND: All lands within the RM would be subject to the proposed amendment but would specifically apply to instances where potential hazard lands may be involved in site development. REASON: RPSR requirements currently only apply to residential uses. The requirement for a RPSR will help the RM determine the suitability of all development and align municipal planning review and decision-making with provincial legislation and regulation. PUBLIC INSPECTION: Any person may inspect the bylaw at the RM of Mervin No. 499 office between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. excluding statutory holidays. Copies will be available to the public at a cost, by emailing the contact below, or on the RM’s website. A copy of the proposed amendment is available for viewing here: www.rmofmervin.ca/planning-and-development/public-notification/, along with details for online meeting participation. PUBLIC HEARING: Council will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at 1:30 PM in the RM office located at 211 Main St. in the Town of Turtleford to hear any person or group that wants to comment on the proposed amendments. Due to the resurgence of COVID and new public health measures, please contact the RM office if you wish to make in person representation. Council is intending to have an online participation component to the public hearing for those wishing to make verbal representation. Interested parties are required to register for the online component and are encouraged to contact the RM office for details. Council will consider written and emailed comments at the meeting. The deadline for receipt of comments, and requests for online representation must be received by the RM office or its Planner by December 10, 2021. For additional information, please contact the administrator at (306) 845-2045 or rm499@rmofmervin.com. Box 130 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0. Issued at the Town of Turtleford this 12th day of November 2021 Prab Lashar Chief Administrative Officer RM of Mervin No. 499

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST Rural Municipality of Medstead No. 497 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 24th day of January, 2022 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 Total Arrears

Costs Advertising

113423341

714.49

23.70

738.19

136620389

1,813.40

23.70

1,837.10

116700858

1,836.08

23.70

1,859.78

118695044

184.15

23.70

207.85

147087322

541.96

23.70

565.66

147087355

277.69

23.70

301.39

147087287

939.20

23.70

962.90

147087311

733.74

23.70

757.44

147087377

702.50

23.70

726.20

147087388

649.70

23.70

673.40

Part of Lot

Lot

Blk

Plan

Title No.

Part of Section

Sec.

Twp.

Range

Meridian

PT NE

Total Arrears and Costs

Dated this 22nd day of November, 2021 Christin Egeland Treasurer

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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 25, 2022, 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. Title No.

Total Arrears*

Costs

LOT 1-BLK/PAR 3PLAN 80B02654 EXT 0

117696785 117696796

198.77

398.00

LOT 1-BLK/PAR 7PLAN 80B02654 EXT 0

117696819 131823086

5,040.54

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List of Lands in Arrears

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DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY

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Total Arrears and Costs 596.77

Name of Municipality: Town of Cut Knife

PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN List of lands with arrears of taxes as at November 16th, 2021 Date November 16th of The Tax Enforcement Act.

, 2021. (Section 3(1)

DESCRIPTION OF PROPERTY Assessment Number

Part of Lot

Lot

Blk.

Plan

Total Number

Total Arrears

Part of Section

Sec.

Twp.

Rge

505015700-01

AJ4076

131987560

$1707.24

515000150-01

B03171

119236934 &

$5014.26

5,438.54

505123600-01

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119236923

398.00

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B03171

119236956

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Submitted to the head of the council this 16th day of November , 2021

CERTIFICATE OF EXTENDED STUDIES & INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

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Dated this 19th day of November, 2021 Carmen Menssa, Administrator

VACATION RENTALS

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF BLAINE LAKE NO. 434

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 25, 2022, 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. Title No.

Total Arrears*

Costs

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Experienced Grader Operator The RM of Round Hill No. 467 is currently hiring a full-time experienced equipment operator for regular road maintenance, snow plowing and other municipal duties.

Total Arrears and Costs

SE 04-42-07-3 EXT 0

152018074

394.66

391.00

785.66

LSD 10-18-45-04-3 EXT 40

114380052

483.79

391.00

874.79

LSD 16-18-45-04-3 EXT 36

114379993

LSD 15-18-45-04-3 EXT 41

114380074

LSD 9-18-45-04-3 EXT 35

114379971

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101549022 EXT 32

142833449

1,620.39

406.00

2,026.39

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101947394 EXT 0

146428869

4,076.19

391.00

4,467.19

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101662635 EXT 50

116262233

78.48

451.00

529.48

TAX ENFORCEMENT

116262244 116262255 116262266

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF PAYNTON NO. 470 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 25, 2022, 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

Total Costs Total Arrears Title No. Arrears* and Costs

BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101591186 EXT 50 BLK/PAR A-PLAN 101591614 EXT 44

141366753 141366764

1,366.10 357.00

1,723.10

NE 16-47-21-3 EXT 38

119446207

187.95 305.00

492.95

NE 20-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446566

215.59 305.00

520.59

NW 20-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446588

293.80 305.00

598.80

SE 21-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446229

208.41 305.00

513.41

SW 21-47-21-3 EXT 0

119446645

244.89 357.00

601.89

Candidate must possess the knowledge of procedures, equipment operation, be proficient in operation, minor repair, maintenance and servicing of equipment. Applicant must have fine attention to detail, the ability to work independently and work well under pressure. This position requires the ability to work well with co-workers, have strong communication skills, and receive direction well. Requirements: • Must have valid class 5 license • Must have a minimum of 1000 hours of experience outside of training The RM offers a competitive wage. This position will be posted until the successful applicant is found. Please apply by sending resume and 3 references to the RM Office by email, fax or mail. Box 9 Rabbit Lake, SK S0M 2L0 Fax: 306-824-2150 Email: rm467@sasktel.net

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Polling Notice

Notice is hereby given to the Electors of the Sweetgrass Band that a poll will be held to elect the Council of the Band and that such poll will be open on the 30th day of November, 2021, from the hour of nine o’clock Standard Time in the forenoon until six o’clock Standard Time in the afternoon at the Sweetgrass Community Center. And that I will count the votes at Sweetgrass Band Hall on the 30th day of November, 2021, as soon as practicable after the close of the poll and declare the result of the Election. Given under my hand at Sweetgrass, Saskatchewan, this 23rd day of November, 2021.

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Housing Authority Continued from Page 3 Lavertu said the Towers had been staying at that same current vacancy rate. he reported at his last appearance – a rate of 50 to 60 per cent. Hawtin also asked if the housing authority would “ever consider maybe selling one of those properties or thinking about a re-purpose of one of those properties, or is that something that (is) even on the agenda of discussion at this point?” Lavertu responded that is “not my area for any type of sale or anything like that,” saying that would be up to the Saskatchewan Housing Corporation real estate division. But, he said, Sask. Housing

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TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST VILLAGE OF SPEERS 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 18th day of January, 2022, 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

Part of Section

Lot

Blk

Sec Twp

Plan

Title No.

Total Arrears

Costs Advertising

Total Arrears and Costs

Range

UI483

118206682 $14,291.37 $399.00

$14,690.37

U1483

118206693 $14,291.37 $399.00

$14,690.37

U1483

118206671 $14,291.37 $399.00

$14,690.37

U1483

143900243

$796.70

$399.00

$1,195.70

U1483

143900254

$801.83

$399.00

$1,200.83

U1483

143900265

$801.83

$399.00

$1,200.83

N721

143900287

$1,261.13

$399.00

$1,660.13

N721

134692465

$278.50

$399.00

$677.50

U1483

118206569

$1,080.78

$399.00

$1,479.78

U1483

118206558

$1,080.78

$399.00

$1,479.78

N721

118207267

$1,441.07

$399.00

$1,840.07

N721

138067364 $11,479.60 $399.00

$11,878.60

N721

138067432

$1,772.03

$399.00

$2, 171.03

N721

142685051

$1,244.30

$399.00

$1,643.30

N721

113798762

$731.25

$399.00

$1,130.25

N721

113798818

$731.25

$399.00

$1,130.25

N721

134479783

$3,971.29

$399.00

$4,370.29

N721

118206884

$ 1,640.86 $399.00

$2,039.86

N721

134479851

$861.53

$399.00

$1,260.53

N721

151010750

$1,190.87

$399.00

$1,589.87

N721

151010738

$1,190.87

$399.00

$1,589.87

N721

153007758

$280.82

$399.00

$679.82

N72

142761146

$6,590.74

$399.00

$6,989.74

N721

151456541

$840.92

$399.00

$1,239.92

PT 1

BY1166 153333255

$278.95

$399.00

$677.95

AM4245 153333266

$380.34

$399.00

$779.34

BY1166 134478108 $10,523.73 $399.00

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are conducting community analysis, policy and design for a number of communities including this one. Lavertu acknowledged they are “open to ideas like repurposing, changing, I’m not sure. We haven’t had anything concrete about what the plan is, but they’re definitely going to be open to having discussions.” Councillor Bill Ironstand said he still gets questions on why the towers were not left alone as seniors’ housing. Lavertu responded these buildings have always been senior dedicated buildings, but noted there had been a signifi-

cant change from Saskatchewan Human Rights defining a senior from age 65 down to age 55. As a result, they had to align their social housing policy, he said. Also, Lavertu noted that in cases of “chronic vacancies” where units are unfilled for six months or more, Sask. Housing has advised authorities they could put non-seniors in buildings “if they lived a senior’s lifestyle.” Lavertu said they try to place all applicants in a “best fit” scenario where they might be close to their schools or certain services they need.

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Under the Provision of the Tax Enforcement Act the Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 offers for sale the following properties: Hamlet of Livelong: Lot 19 Block 1 Plan AF4248 – 205 Railway Ave. - Includes original septic tank which is capped 6 feet deep - Curb Stop for Water and Sewer Lot 5 Block 2 Plan AF4248 – 1223 Main Street Lot 6 Block 2 Plan AF4248 – 1225 Main Street - Includes original septic tank which is capped 6 feet deep - Curb Stop for Water Lot 7 Block 2 Plan AF4248 – 1227 Main Street Lot 9 Block 2 Plan AF4248 – 1231 Main Street - Includes original septic tank which is capped 6 feet deep - Curb Stop for Water Tenders are for properties in current condition. A tender must be marked “Property Tender” and submitted to the RM of Mervin either through email: rm499@rmofmervin.com, dropped off at the office, or regular mail: Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 Box 130 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0 Tenders must be submitted by Noon (12:00 p.m.) on December 13th, 2021. The successful bidders will have 30 days to provide the payment in full to complete the purchase. Highest, or any tender, not necessarily accepted. Dated this 25th day of November 2021. Prab Lashar Chief Administrative Officer

Mayor David Gillan asked if thought was given to “reconfiguring” buildings such as the Towers from singlebedroom to more family units, as a way to better meet the family demand. Until they had a “really good analysis of this community as far as gap analysis and what housing is needed, and or where are some of the gaps may lie, it’s really difficult to make some of those decisions,” said Lavertu, who added most of those decisions would be at the Sask. Housing level. In his report, Lavertu noted they have been working towards improving the “marketability” of their seniors’ social housing units and buildings, and have started making some improvements to the interiors as many of their buildings are 40 or 50 years old. This year, he said, they spent $140,000 toward senior building interior improvements. Overall, this year, Lavertu reported there has been a total investment of $1.4 million in projects nearly completed, with more than $820,000 invested in seniors’ buildings. Lavertu said contractors in the Battlefords have been successful in winning contracts for over 90 per cent of the projects. Lavertu noted the 20th Avenue block of 101st Street is “starting to look quite a bit different,” as BHA is fully renovating family duplexes there. Funding was received from the federal National Housing Strategy and Saskatchewan Housing Corporation for the project, which was tendered to Lyle V. Schell Construction. The buildings on the east side at that location will be complete by spring 2022, while the west side buildings will be completed by the fall. The overall investment will be more than $2 million.

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Einstein: ‘Genius is taking the complex and making it simple’ Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan, recently read through a warranty agreement on a piece of his farm equipment. He told me he had to go back to the dealership to get it explained. They had one person on staff who could make sense of the complex terms and conditions. People at the dealership call him Einstein. We both agreed anyone who can take a subject most people find complex and make it understandable to almost everyone, is gifted and a real asset to have around. Ed also said, “It isn’t every day that you find someone who knows what they are talking about.”

ited. “Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. Knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” Proverbs 9:10 What we know may make us feel important, According to Ed puffed up and superior to By Raymond Maher others, but what the world www.accordingtoed.com needs is love because love reflects God’s heart and beraymaher085@gmail.com ing. Knowledge and learning keep changing and may I agreed with Ed, but rance are ones who know be helpful or harmful. The how many overestimate best.” world has many authorities, what they know? Do we More and more people experts, and individuals Christians admit to not believe we know or have who ignore God. The Bible knowing as much as we knowledge through our says it this way, “We know thought we did? Mathew intellect alone. There is that we all possess knowlHenry wrote, “There is no no superior intelligence edge. Knowledge puffs proof of ignorance that is beyond our own. Many do up, but love builds up. The more common than proud not see God as the source man who thinks he knows knowledge. Those who of all knowledge. Without something does not yet understand their own igno- God, our knowledge is lim- know as he ought to know.”

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1 Cor. 8:1-2) As Christians, we believe what we know is never enough without God’s love and wisdom to complete our knowledge. There is always more to learn about loving God, our neighbour, and ourselves as Jesus loved us. We are clay in the hands of God, our potter. Isaiah 64:10 says it this way, “Yet, O Lord, you are our Father. We are the clay; you are the potter; we are all the work of your hand.” A potter starts with a ball of clay in the middle of his wheel. Then, he goes about molding and shaping the clay by adding water a little at a time. Water keeps the clay workable so

it can be formed into what the potter desires. Without water added to the clay, it will crack or crumble. God’s word must be added to our lives repeatedly so that God can mold us into the image of God in Jesus Christ. Christians admit life happens to clay pots. They get chipped, cracked, broken and shattered. But, that does not mean God cannot fix us when we have ignored, neglected or disobeyed God’s words for us. God knows we are clay and takes us in His hands and rolls us, shapes and covers our brokenness in sin and shame with the blood of His Son to the glory of Himself and us.

Worship Together Spend some quality family time together. Worship at the church of your choice. Our community has a number of churches and a variety of denominations for you & your family. (RC) St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish 1942 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK S9A 0N4

TerriTorial Drive alliance church 306-445-5158 www.tdac.ca

306-446-1695

PASTOR: Rev. Phinh Do

DAILY: Tues., 7 p.m. Wed., Thurs. & Fri. - 9 a.m. unless otherwise noted

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

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

St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church

ANGLICAN PARISH

306-445-5901

St. Georges Anglican Church Battleford Sunday @ 5:00 p.m. St. Paul’s Anglican Church North Battleford Sunday @ 11:00 a.m. Battle River Parish YouTube channel Contact: 306 445 4155 stpaulnb@sasktel.net

Rev. Trevor Malyon

1401 - 98th Street, North Battleford, SK Reverend George Yando Sunday Services 10:30 AM Everyone Welcome

Living Water Ministry

Hope Mennonite Fellowship 1291 - 109th Street, North Battleford

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

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

Church Phone 306-445-4181

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

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

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

306-937-3177 Rev. Gayle Wensley

SUNDAY SERVICES 11:00 a.m.

Third Avenue United Church Rev. Dexter van Dyke

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

306-445-8171

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

Everyone Welcome

Sunday Afternoon Service 3:00 p.m. Bible Study Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

1371 - 103rd Street (Use East Door)

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

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

LIVING FAITH CHAPEL

1372 102nd St 306-445-3009

11 - 18th Street, Battleford, SK

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

Maidstone/Paynton United Church of Canada No Services till further notice Church & CE Wing: 306-893-2611 For booking the Wing: 306-893-4729

Various Weekly Programs Pastor Casey Sitter www.livingfaithchapel.ca

Battlefords Seventh-Day Adventist Church

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

Sunday Services 10:30 am

1702 - 106th Street, North Battleford

Come Join Us Sundays at 11:00 am Loving God Growing Together Serving Others Phone Church: 306-445-4818 Fax: 306-445-8895 Email: tbcnb@sasktel.net www.trinitybaptistchurch.ca

Corner 16th Ave. & 93rd Street, North Battleford

Phone 306-445-9096

Saturday Services Bible Study - 10:00 a.m. Worship Service - 11:00 a.m.

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BUHF top lotto prize won by Unity couple By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

There was plenty of excitement in Unity Nov. 12 when it was learned Unity residents, Deryl and Sandy Richards, were the big winners in the Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation lottery. Unity Composite High School volleyball has been an exciting ride these past few weeks. Senior girls competed at provincials in Naicam this past weekend after capturing both conference and regional titles. Volleyball will wrap up this weekend as Unity is playing host to senior boys’ provincial volleyball championships. Next on tap, once volleyball season is complete, will be Warrior basketball. As well, the drama team is in the final leg of their preparations for winter productions. The Unity Miners had a tough opening weekend, however the young, local talent on this team, many from Unity Minor Hockey ranks, are anxious to turn the season around quickly. They are looking for fan support so be sure

to tune into schedules or their Facebook page, or the SWHL website. The outdoor arena boards were put up Nov. 9. With winter now here, ice will be created soon. Thanks to Delta Co-op and Unity Credit Union for providing volunteers to help with the set-up. Unity Curling Club had some members attend Canadian curling trials in Saskatoon. Leagues are all running smoothly thanks to everyone’s adherence to COVID protocols. Unity Baptist Church, Red Apple and donors/ volunteers have again contributed to the Samaritan’s Purse shoebox program that will benefit those in other countries with school supplies and other necessities that help make their Christmas a little brighter this year. The first Christmas market was held at the Agroplex last weekend. It was a great opportunity for Christmas shopping for unique items. I understand there will be a couple more markets upcoming before the middle of December so be sure to watch social media for details.

Red Apple was one of the collection spots for the Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes program, as well as offering a discount to purchases made for this project at their store. | Photo by Sherri Solomko

Winter Wonderland is back on with a whole new slate of volunteers. The event is set for Dec. 16 and will include downtown promotions, a window decorating contest and a winter lights parade. Follow their Facebook page for all the latest updates. Its winter and the virus is still around, so protect yourself, your family and others these days. Be kind.

Deryl and Sandy Richards of Unity were the grand prize winners in the BUH Foundation lottery. Photo courtesy BUH Foundation

Delta Co-op, along with Unity Credit Union volunteers put up the boards at the Richardson Pioneer outdoor recreation venue in early November. | Photo courtesy Unity Rec and Arena Facebook page

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