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Capitol Theatre BBEX business of the year Surprise for chamber employee By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The 26th annual Battlefords Business Excellence Awards felt more like the Oscars for one business this year. It was Capitol Theatre who went home with the top prize of Business of the Year at the 2019 BBEX awards gala, put on by Battlefords Chamber of Commerce. The Capitol won out over finalists selected from the six open categories up for awards at Gold Eagle Casino Events Centre. “Are you sure?” was the reaction of Manager Ursula Swindler as she went up to the podium to accept the Business of the Year BBEX from Battlefords MLA Herb Cox. “We’re very excited, very happy to be recognized in the community,” said Swindler. The business, owned by Magic Lantern Theatres, recently expanded to include both the original Capitol at the corner of 11th Avenue and 100th Street, as well as the four-screen Capitol Annex across the street, which opened earlier this year. The business includes a staff of 20, many of them students. When asked why she

thought the Capitol won, Swindler pointed to local enthusiasm for the theatre. “The only thing I can think of is you know, people love coming to the movies and it’s something to do. The customers coming through are so happy, my staff loves working there, so we try and make a really good positive environment for everybody to come in.” They weren’t the only winners of the night. Here is a look at the BBEX recipients in the other categories: The BBEX for Community Contribution went to Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs. Executive Director Neil Sasakamoose accepted on behalf of BATC. Other nominees were: Battlefords North Stars Hockey Club, Capitol Theatre, Fisher’s Drug Store, North West College, Sky-Tech Equipment, Splish Splash Auto RV and Pet Wash and Western Financial Group. The Micro Business award went to Twin City Transmission. Century Signs Ltd., and STIL Boutique & Beauty Inc. were the other nominees. The Marketing award went to Bridges Chevrolet Buick GMC. Other nominees were Beaver Grill Express Asian Restaurant, KAL Tire, Northern Nurs-

eries and Triod Supply. The award for New Business Venture went to Jeans N Joggers Kidz. Other nominees were Battlefords Pizza & Donairs, and Dejma’s Curry House. The award for Customer Service went to Zeke’s Quality Jewellers Ltd. Other nominees were Artrageous Custom Art Finishing and Gallery, Comfort Inn and Suites and Twin City Transmission. Battlefords Best Employer: the award went to the lone nominee, Bralin Technology Solutions. CEO Brad Kowerchuk accepted on behalf of the company. The Heritage Award went to the Battlefords Ag Society. This award is the only one normally announced prior to the ceremony in a separate process and is not up for the Business of the Year. There was a special surprise announced at the awards gala. In recognition of her 30 years with the Battlefords Chamber, the Chamber’s longtime operations manager Heather Guthrie was having an award named after her. Beginning next year, BBEX will introduce the Heather Guthrie Customer Service Star Award to honour customer service in the community.

Battlefords MLA Herb Cox, representing SaskTel, presents the BBEX Business of the Year award to Ursula Swindler, manager of Capitol Theatre. Photo by John Cairns

Keep the church says historical group By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Tammy Donahue Buziak, representing the Battlefords North West Historical Society at Monday’s meeting of Battleford town council, made a case that more was at stake than simply saving a building in saving the old St. Vital Church. Along with presenting a 100-name petition, Donahue Buziak outlined her organization’s pitch to save the building. Instead of the town spending $35,000 on demolishing St. Vital Church, she

suggested that amount instead be provided to Friends of the 1883 church, consisting of the Fred Light Museum board, to be invested toward preserving the heritage building. Council took no action on the Historical Society’s requests. Mayor Ames Leslie had little comment, reiterating council already made its decision about the future of St. Vital Church – members of the community have until January to come up with a plan or the church will have to come down. See more on this story at www.newsoptimist.ca

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Valleyview tenant continues to speak out, appreciates community support Staff “I have been overwhelmed by the support and encouragement I’m getting concerning my speaking out on the deplorable state of seniors housing here in the Battlefords,” says Valleyview Towers II tenant Natalie Berrecloth. “To hear from people I know, or from people who are close to the situation is one thing, but to hear and read comments and opinions from regular folks in the community is particularly heart warming.” Berrecloth is a tenant in one of the two towers operated by the Battlefords Housing Authority that are commonly known by city residents as the “seniors highrises.” However, as the provincial government has confirmed, the towers are apparently not reserved for seniors and people with disabilities, despite what the housing authority website says, and “hard to house” individuals are being tenanted there as well. The age of these individuals is unknown to the News-Optimist. Long time residents have become increasingly frustrated and worried by the antics of some tenants, or the guests they allow into the building, whose tendency to drink, do drugs, party and damage property brings the police

and fire department regularly to the scene. Complaints to management go undealt with, says Berrecloth. “While the powersthat-be are busy with the same old lip service and the manager is busy passing the buck and blaming someone else, the regular folks aren’t being fooled. We are all sick and tired of the incredible irresponsibility we’re witnessing.” Berrecloth says there are voices calling for an immediate change in management. One of the biggest frustrations, she explains, is that there seems to be no action being taken about their concerns, although they are told “it’s being taken care of.” It’s to the point, says Berrecloth, that tenants don’t see any point in saying anything to management anymore. “Tenants don’t bother to talk to the office any more because no one there seems to care,” says Berrecloth. They have also been passing the buck, she says, and are blaming tenants for not informing them about things that are happening before they go to the media. “Two weeks ago, we had the four police calls over three days. There was the drunkenness, the vom-

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Battlefords-Lloydminster Federal Election

Candidates share their views in live Q&A Over the past two weeks, Battlefords News-Optimist reporter John Cairns interviewed candidates running in the

Battlefords-Lloydminster electoral district in the federal election. All the candidates were asked the same five questions and

their responses, as they responded live, are posted here. The News-Optimist has also invited the Green candidate David

Kim-Cragg to participate, but he was unable to confirm his participation in time for publication.

The first question for all candidates is: The economy is always a major issue, and Battlefords-Lloydminster has large agricultural and oil and gas sectors. What are your priorities on the economy, and also, where do you stand on pipelines? “I’ve done a lot of door knocking and I’ve talked to a lot of voters ... and I totally agree with the statement that the economy is top of mind of voters this coming election. Something I’ve heard over and over again is that Rosemarie Falk life is getting too exConservative pensive. People are finding it harder and harder to stay afloat. Nearly half of Canadians are close to insolvency, $200 away from insolvency at the end of the month. ... I was down in Cut Knife and in Unity yesterday. What I am hearing at the door is today’s debt and deficit spending equals tomorrow’s taxes and tax hikes. And people are very concerned with the way Justin Trudeau has been spending over the past four years, but also concerned with his platform and promise to keep $2 billion worth of more spending. And they’re wondering how is that going to be paid back, especially when you talk about oil and gas, and Justin Trudeau has been quoted as saying that he wants to phase out oil and gas. “If that’s important revenue for Canadians that helps provide revenue for social programs, what are we going to do if oil and gas is phased out? “Even when we look at our ag [sector] I’ve talked to tons of farmers not only across Battlefords-Lloydminster riding but also in Alberta. If they can’t get their product to market ... what are they going to do? So it’s important that our farmers have a voice at the table, agriculture is important in this riding. “And also when we talk about oil and gas, I can see first-hand. I was just at the forum last night and it was unfortunate to hear some of the candidates speak so ill of the oil companies. But when we have these oil companies provide well-paying jobs to constituents that can then put their kids in hockey or in dance or put food on the table, have a mortgage, have a house, those type of things, and then to see that those companies are putting money back into communities. That takes a whole stress off of government. When we look at Husky in Lloydminster and also in Turtleford area where they put helipads in Turtleford, and in Lloydminster they have a helicopter landing pad. This has taken a total expense off the provincial government, and even the federal government and municipal government because they just put it in. So it’s so important that we have a robust economy not only that our constituents can have well-paying jobs Continued on Page 6

“I stand on the pipeline that it’s going in. The last I was talking to Jim Carr, they would be working on it next year ,so I’m thinking that pipeline is going to make a real impact. By talking to another person a bit ago I Larry Ingram was really interested Liberal to know, and then I read something about it in the newspapers, that they’re shutting down Pikes Peak oil pumping station and they’re building a new one called Pikes Peak South. Then they’re putting in a carbon sequestration unit into that, the federal government put $3 1/2 million into that machinery. I just found out about it just talking to a tradesman who was working on that site, which is really logical that we are continuing to work on all of the SAG-D sites in my area. Vawn-Edam’s got three now and then Spruce Lake is getting two more, and a cement person was out at my place this morning and was saying there’s going to be more SAG-D sites built right in the proximity of Spruce Lake. “So personally I am in favour of keeping the oil going because we can’t instantly stop oil and switch to a new system of energy. So that’s what we’re going with and I actually have a quarter section where the pipeline is going across my place just east of Spruce Lake. Yeah, I am pro on putting the pipelines in and the economic driver of that. “I’m still frustrated that Harper and Ritz allowed the Canadian Wheat Board to be dissolved. I was talking to a neighbour a bit ago and he said his sons were really pro on that when it happened but right now without having any kind of any support network in place, it’s really quite, it’s just a lot more anxiousness for the farmers when it’s like this happening right now, this fall of dampness. It really adds to that which is not good. I just look at them and think, they let the rail line be taken out, they got rid of the Wheat Board, and if right now the anxiousness and the whole anxiety of being a farmer it’s really economic drivers of large equipment and large bills. Yes, it’s all right there.” A major issue in this election is the environment and climate change. Where do you stand on environmental policies and on the carbon tax? “I stand on the environmental policies as we have to be more conscientious of what we’re doing. This idea of just going out and randomly taking out all the trees Continued on Page 6

A major issue in this election is the environment and climate change. Where do you stand on environmental policies and on the carbon tax? “As far as carbon tax goes, you can say goodbye to it, both under us or the Conservatives. The only difference is we are not bringing out a carbon pricing plan. We believe that crippling your economy for … what is already demonstrated is not really human caused – we may play a small part in it but I don’t believe we’re the cause of it. The climate is always changing. “So we’re planning on not burning our economy in order to meet that target. We’re planning on pulling out of the UN, Paris accords … we’re definitely not going to be imposing any sort of carbon tax, we aren’t going to be doing any sort of carbon pricing. … Throwing money at the problem is not going to solve the problem. Simply charging large companies that you feel are high causes of carbon simply Continued on Page 6

“My priority is climate change but that includes the environment, the economy and energy, so in a sense we can cover all of those … One of the things the NDP wants to do is increase the minimum wage to $15 an Marcella hour. In terms of the Pedersen oil and gas sector, I NDP think the plan is to phase it out, not maybe completely, but we’re coming up with 300,000 new green jobs, that’s our plan. Pipelines are approved if they pass the strength and review process, and that’s a big if, because really they’re increasing emissions and that’s not meeting our Kyoto targets. There’s a crisis out there and we have to do something about it, not just talk the talk.” A major issue in this election is the environment and climate change. Where do you stand on environmental policies and on the carbon tax? “We won’t exempt massive polluters, they’re going to pay. The carbon tax is necessary to change our behavior, in my opinion. That might not be the way the party would say it but, that’s how I would say it because, we can slow down, we can take less flights, etcetera. “In terms of the environment, we have been living in a passive solar-heated house for 35 years. I still have all my fingers and toes and we are money ahead because we haven’t paid heating bills to the extent that other people have paid for them. And I don’t understand why the building codes haven’t been updated to reflect that kind of savings. And there again, it’s all the oil and gas telling you you’ve got to buy this oil, right? And our focus is going to be on more public transportation, zero-emission vehicles – I’m ready to buy an electric car. It’s just I’m a little far from North Battleford so it’s got to be able to bring me in and out. So when that is available I’m going because I’m ready for a new car. “We have to preserve the biodiversity. I’m really upset with the deforestation that’s going on around the world, but also in Saskatchewan. And I don’t know how many people in Saskatchewan realize the boreal forest is being developed or plowed under. So I’m very concerned on that one. “And then in terms of the environment, we have to look after the Indigenous peoples’ rights for consultation and their treaty rights respected, and that has not been happening. Continued on Page 6

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“Both the ag and oil industry are taking a beating right now, between not really being able to get any pipelines built by the current government, and having real difficulty selling a lot of our grain, our commodities to Jason MacInnis China and a lot of People’s Party other large countries ,who usually buy a large proportion of it. As far as the ag stuff goes, I will have to see how China develops for now until after the election. We are obviously going to have to still pursue a lot of regular channels to see what we could do to (a) freeing the two Canadians that are there and (b) trying to get our pork, our beef, our canola, and every other crop that currently has a problem over to China as soon as possible. “As far as pipelines go, much like the Conservatives we are planning on getting some pipelines built, but unlike the Conservatives we are planning on imposing pipelines. So whether or not Quebec or B.C. is on board with them, we will be getting them built, we will be enacting the Charter in order to do so. No tooling around, no more basically screwing people over who work in the oil field. This is peoples’ livelihood, this is a fairly good paying position, this will create more jobs than you could shake a stick at, but it will also create good paying jobs, not minimum wage jobs or internships or whatever. It will create usually jobs that are on average in the $100,000 a year range.”

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It’s hard to get the sense of just how big something is when you’re right in the middle of it. In the summer of 1987, a massive tornado passed right through Edmonton, Alta., killing dozens of people on its way through. My family lived on the other side of town, far from the main tornado. But a second funnel cloud started to form near us. When we saw the entire sky turn green and start to circle itself, we ran for the basement. It sounded like the end of the world was going on above us as we huddled there. But as the wind subsided and we emerged a half-hour later, all that was left was a lawn covered in golf-ball sized chunks of hail – not a sign in the sky of what we thought would be total disaster. Sometimes, when I look at my chosen trade of community media, I think about that. There’s no doubt we are in the midst of a storm. Will it sweep us aside or pass us by? This week, as we celebrate National Newspaper Week, it’s a good time to contemplate that storm, and our place in it. When people ask me how the newspaper business is doing – and when they do, they often use that same tone of voice you hear when you’re asked about an aging relative who’s been in the hospital – I usually answer with one word: “Exciting!” Yes, sometimes I may add “And terrifying!” to that, depending on the day. But even on those days, it’s an amazing time to be in our line of work. We’ve got more readers than ever – nearly nine out of 10 Canadians read community media between print and digital every week, according to the latest research from News Media Canada. And we have more ways than ever to reach them. When breaking news happens in our community, we can write a story, post it to our website and link to it on social media, add some video and maybe even make a podcast about it, while at the same time printing thousands of copies of it on recycled trees and put it at thousands of doorsteps the next morning. The problem is how it all gets paid for. The local advertising dollars that support that local journalism are being sucked up by two massive foreign corporations – Facebook and Google. Between them, they take 75 per cent of the online advertising revenue in Canada. There’s no doubt the power of Facebook and Google have to reach local people in the community. But you won’t see a reporter from Google in your city council chambers. And Facebook won’t sponsor your community’s campaign to build that new arts centre. And it’s not just our business model that’s been disrupted. The local businesses who support us with their advertising also face disruption from that same media. Ask any retailer who’s seen someone come into their store to look at a product, then pull out their phone and order that product from Amazon right in front of them. The definition of community has changed dramatically. It used to be defined simply by geography. Now the internet and the rise of social media has redefined community to be anyone, connected anywhere by shared interest. But geographic community – where we choose to live – still matters. And it needs support. Reading local, and

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Dear Editor We had a preview of what Thanksgiving dinner conversations could look like this year when some of our family assembled for a meal and someone we hadn’t seen for a long time spoke up during a lull after the pie. She said, “So, you heard about your aunt discovering water on Mars?” Nobody moved their eyes, especially the in-laws. The people under 35 kept their faces absolutely neutral. We resisted our old fall back, “How ‘bout those Blue Jays?”  Instead, someone said, “Really?” And, as it turns out, Aunt Elena, an astrophysicist, really did discover water on Mars.  Maybe even a lake.  Or an aquifer. We had to google that, too. Janet Beaubien Battleford

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Shale oil revolution has changed the world As I type this, it’s been exactly three weeks since “drones,” more like cruise missiles, attacked the largest oil processing facility in the world, Saudi Arabia’s Abqaiq processing facility. A lot of fingers are pointing at Iran at this point, but so far, cruise missiles are not. That could change tomorrow, but right now, things have been quiet. When I look up the price of West Texas Intermediate on this day, astonishingly, it is just US$52.81. That’s more than $2 lower than it was the day before the attack. What sort of crazy world is this? An attack temporarily puts out of commission 5.7 million barrels per day of oil production, which equates to roughly the same percentage of oil production on a global scale, and the price drops three weeks later? This is precisely what Harold Hamm, CEO and majority owner of North Dakota’s largest oil company, Continental Resources, predicted in 2010 at the Williston Basin Petroleum Conference, which I attended. I’ve quoted his speech numerous times, because it was so significant. It’s even more so today. Hamm said, “A reporter asked me the other day what’s the big deal about energy independence. It means you don’t have to send your kid over there to get killed.” Over there is the Middle East, where the United States was heavily involved in the Iraq War at the time. Remember, that was 2010. Now, the United States has essentially achieved just what Hamm spoke of – energy independence. In 2020, it will export more oil than it imports. The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported on Oct. 3, “U.S. exports of crude oil

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rose to average 2.9 million barrels per day (bpd) in the first half of 2019, an increase of 966,000 bpd from the first half of 2018. U.S. crude oil exports also set a record-high monthly average in June 2019 at 3.2 million bpd.” In one year, their imports fell 1.9 million barrels per day – in just one year, from 2018 to 2019, to 4.2 million barrels per day. Just to put that in perspective, in 2018, Canada exported 3.5 million barrels per day to the U.S. 96 per cent of all our crude oil exports, according to Natural Resources Canada. Our total production in 2018 was 4.6 million barrels per day, including condensates and pentanes plus. The EIA expects the United States to be a net energy exporter in 2020. That, folks, is essentially energy independence. In recent weeks I’ve taken to watching numerous videos on YouTube featuring Peter Zeihan. He’s an American geopolitical strategist who gets invited to do speeches all over the place, talking about demographics and geopolitics. Look him up. His presentations, and I’ve watched at least 10, are about an hour long, and about 85 per cent the same. The rest is structured for his audience, be they farmers in the U.S. Midwest or, in one case, folks in Alberta. I went back several years into these video archives to see if what he spoke about

several years ago has borne fruit. It has. Zeihan has written the books The Accidental Superpower: The Next Generation of American Preeminence and the Coming Global Disorder, The Absent Superpower: The Shale Revolution and a World Without America, and on Nov. 19 will release, Disunited Nations: The Scramble for Power in an Ungoverned World. A key focus in his presentations has been the importance of shale oil production in the United States, and how it will mean, in 2020, the United States really doesn’t need oil from the rest of the world. And he said this before the Saudi oil processing centre for the largest oilfield in the world went up in flames. So now, today, the United States has essentially shrugged. While Trump has talked tough, the reality is there is not a massive mobilization like we saw in 1990. That’s when Iraq invaded Kuwait, and was threatening to then conquer the very same Ghawar oilfield targeted in the Sept. 14 attacks. Don’t forget, Canada sent CF-18s, naval ships and a field hospital to take part in what became Desert Storm in early 1991. Zeihan speaks at length about the global order established post-Second World War at Bretton Woods, an order which allowed for the unrestricted global trade of goods, with

the oceans kept free by the U.S. Navy. But now, the only country that has the ability to hold up the global order is no longer interested in doing so, Zeihan says. “The Americans really don’t care. It’s not their trade. And for the most part, it’s not even their allies. It’s nothing less than the end of the world that we know,” he said this past March. The Canadian oilpatch has, for five years now, prayed for something to bring oil prices back up. While US$100 per barrel would be stellar, we’d be quite happy with US$75. And in hushed tones, many wouldn’t feel too bad about a Middle Eastern war if it brought those prices back up. Yet here we are – the opening strike has already taken place three weeks ago, and still no war. And no real impact on world prices save for a two-week blip. The Brent price, which is fundamentally the world oil price for tanker-based oil, is US$58.37, almost two full dollars below what it was before the attack on Sept. 14. Brent only spiked to US$69.02 after the attacks, and fell since then. A lot of this calm in the markets can be attributed to the release of strategic petroleum reserves, and the fact the Saudis have been able to recover fairly quickly from it. But more importantly, the drumbeats of Americans going to war are almost deafeningly silent. They simply don’t need to. The shale oil revolution has surely changed the world. And as a result, Americans, and to a lesser extent, Canadians, no lon-

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and provide for their families, but also to allow private sector to flourish, so that takes the weight off the taxpayers. “Absolutely I would argue that we are the only major federal party that Rosemarie Falk supports pipelines. Conservative We plan to get pipelines built, and when I hear from the NDP wanting to totally go green, they want to stop oil and gas right now and go green. And the Liberals, they purchased the pipeline with tax dollars, $4.5 billion and gave it to a private company, and that private company then took that money into the States and invested it there. And they passed C-48 the tanker ban, the tanker moratorium act on the northwest coast of British Columbia. So they purchased the pipeline to move oil and they can’t ship it out when it gets to the coast. I think if they support pipelines they need to put their money where their mouth is, but we need to get shovels into the ground and get our oil moving – which, when we have oil capacity in the pipe, alleviates rail capacity for the farmers, so they get their grain to the coast to ship it out. Continued next week

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just so you can farm in a larger sector – we’ve got to start replacing our trees. “In fact, back when we started putting in zero till farming 20 plus years ago there was Larry Ingram talk then that we Liberal could be able to get paid a premium if we were not tilling our soils. And so the carbon sequestrating which is being acted upon by most farmers right now ... we’re keeping the carbon sequestration in place. I personally hope we could be able to get to a point where companies can pay us if to seed down our marginal land to trees, and basically they would lease that or take a payment to farmers so you would be getting revenue from that land and at the same time helping the environment. And that was kind of promoted to us at the time that we would be getting us carbon sequestration payment and so far that’s never actually materialized, and the tree thing that has been talked about, that hasn’t materialized. The carbon tax, I personally think that that’s necessary to get people to be aware of their actions. A price on pollution is the proper terminology for it. At the same time as paying that price on pollution, we need to be getting reimbursed, the ones of us who are sequestering the carbon ... a lot of people will say that farming in Saskatchewan we are keeping almost a zero balance on it. That’s not being put out there properly.”

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moves the savings along to us anyway. GM, for instance, I don’t know if they’re one of the ones on the list, but all GM’s going to do for the extra money is they’re going to throw in to this carbon pricing scheme, increase the value of vehicles so that in the end if you’re buying a vehicle you’re eating it. I think Jason MacInnis doing that is just going to cause People’s Party a real hit to our economy either way and really mess with the cost of living. “Also, another plan with us, not on that topic on carbon taxes, but the GST, we’re planning on getting rid of it and delegating the responsibilities to the provinces to handle their own health care and so forth, so that they can work within their means and we’re going to let them run their own programs.”

L i k e o t h e r countries, Canada is g rappl i ng with issues concerning international Marcella r e l at i o n s , Pedersen including NDP issues such as trade and immigration. In general, where do you stand on these issues? “I think we have to respect UN recommendations. Sometimes I think trade actually interferes with our sovereignty. So as a genLike other countries, Canada is grappling with eral rule I haven’t seen how trade issues concerning international relations, includ- helps the little people. Internaing issues such as trade and immigration. In gen- tional trade helps corporations, so eral, where do you stand on these issues? I am totally opposed to that kind “As far as immigration goes we are planning on of direction. fairly low conservative numbers ... for two reasons. “In terms of trade, in regard to One, because taking in 300,000-400,000 migrants a agriculture, it has done more harm year is not feasible, (a) because of the cost of helping than helped. We lost the Canadian these people along until we get them through the pro- Wheat Board. Supply managecess, but (b) it’s a lot of people ... and they are staying ment was given some of it away largely in large city centres. They’re not dispersing. – I don’t know about chickens, Once they come into Canada they go into Toronto, but dairy especially gave some of they go into Winnipeg ... these large city centres, and their 20 per cent of their imports they sit. They stay there. So we are planning on reduc- away. And that’s another thing ing it to 150,000. And that’s a conservative number. that bothers me. Twenty years ago, It might be a little higher but 150,000 is our target Canadians fought against RBST number, of which we are going to focus on economic being introduced into our dairy immigrants, people who are coming here with skills, cattle. It was a growth hormone. people who are coming here because they have jobs We fought against that and the lined up. More than 50 per cent of that 150,000 will government listened. Now we’re be economic immigrants. We will still do some reallowing 20 per cent imports in unification of family, but that won’t be a priority, and from God only knows where their we will still take in refugees should the need arise. regulations are on growth horBut we’re not going to be throwing money at these mones. So are we getting growth things, we’re going to be focusing strictly on Canada. hormones through the back door? Continued next week Continued next week That concerns me, because I work on food sovereignty 19102NP0 and we are losing our food 19102NP1 sovereignty. “The NDP will protect supply management in future or in all trade negotiations, and we want more research for the benefit of the common public, not for the benefit of private corporations … basically, my overall platform is people before profit.” “Canada could improve on their immigration policies. I’m not sure I like the way they choose temporary foreign workers, for one thing. But I have no problems with immigrating more people. If we’re truly going to be multicultural then we’ve got to truly say what we mean. You can ask a clairvoyant or... “As climate change increases and people that live around the world on the shorelines, their homes are It has been said the best way to predict the future is to create it. Create a flu-less winter by getting a going to be lost. They’re flu shot from your Saskatchewan pharmacist. going to move to Canada where there’s this big open Flu shots are available to Saskatchewan residents space. So we’ve got to be 5 years of age and older. prepared for even more immigration as climate change Available starting October 21st ACCESSIBLE • PROFESSIONAL wedopharmore.ca increases.” Continued next week

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A Walk With Cancer

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By Helena Long Some personal exploits into the unknown are chosen. Others are not. Whether it was an intuitive experience or God speaking to me, at a personal development event in late July of 2015, the thought that I needed physical healing and I had bad health to get rid of popped into my head. How odd, I thought – I feel fine. There’s nothing wrong with me but … what if there is? With a physical already booked not long afterwards, I took that mammogram form and made the appointment promptly. While I still half expected to be told all was well – after all, neither I nor the doctor at my physical had found anything to be concerned about – I was not surprised to be asked to return to the mammogram room for an additional “photo shoot.” And then, after that to another room for ultrasound. The radiologist met with me. There was a very, very small lump. There were three reasons for concern, he explained. One, the lump had an irregular edge which was not a good sign. Two, there were calcifications in the same breast. Three, my family history – my mother died of metastasized breast cancer in 1984, five days before her 60th birthday. The next step was booking a needle biopsy at the Irene and Leslie Dubé Women’s Health Centre at City Hospital in Saskatoon. Meeting the doctor in charge of my care immediately prior to what ended

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up being a prolonged three biopsies, he also said there was reason for concern. Later I overheard him telling someone else that 90 per cent of lumps in the breast are benign. He did not say that to me. Time for another wait as the tissue samples from the biopsies were analyzed. The return appointment to discuss results was 12 days later. John and I decided to tell no one, including our children, until we knew something for sure. With all the hints the tests would be positive for cancer, it was a difficult wait. We went early to Saskatoon so we could go out for lunch before the appointment. I felt my life was probably about to change forever, so I wanted the lunch to be something special. My first choice of restaurant was gone, the building torn down. The second not open. We went to a third, which sounded interesting, but which ended up having, to me, a disappointing “ordinary”

menu. I was unable to explain to John why I was sad. If I tried to say the words, “I just wanted to have a really nice lunch before my life changes,” I simply started crying. You think you are strong and handling everything so well but little things can trip you up. After the “disappointing” lunch, it was time to meet with the surgeon. Even though it was “just” a doctor’s appointment at the Breast Health Centre in City Hospital, I had to check in as a patient and get a wristband, which I found a bit unnerving. “Are they going to do something today already? But I’m not ready, I need to make plans. But what if it is so serious, they have to act immediately?” were some of the thoughts that crossed my mind. Even when you are expecting it, the words “you have cancer” are a blow. And when everyone has Continued on Page 8

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A Walk With Cancer Continued from Page 7 been focused on how very small the lump is and how early it’s been caught, to discover you have to have a full mastectomy is another blow. In my case, a lumpectomy was not a viable option because the calcifications elsewhere in the breast had proved to be another form of cancer – not the spreading everywhere kind, but something that would continue to grow. We asked the surgeon how long I would be in the hospital and when I heard the answer “one night,” I was relieved. “Well, that’s not going to be so bad,” I thought. But I hadn’t taken into account how hospital stays have changed. We met with a nurse who went through what to expect in more detail and I realized I wouldn’t exactly be waltzing home after my onenight stay. But, thinking perhaps I could do a little bit of editing or writing work from home after a week or two, I asked “How long do you think it would be before I could sit comfortably at a computer for a couple of hours?” In my innocence, I thought a couple of hours

surely wouldn’t be too much if I was at home and could lie down for a rest afterwards. The shocked and horrified look on the nurse’s face was answer enough before any words left her mouth. It seemed as if it would be four or five weeks before such a feat was possible. She gently added, “You need to take time to heal.” Now it was time to start telling people. Did you know there’s a whole logistical sequence to that? Who needs to be told first? Second? Who will be hurt if they hear about it “through the grapevine?” Of course, my children were first on the list. The problem was they are scattered across Saskatchewan. One Facebook private message to all of them at once? That hardly seemed right. Setting up a conference call? They would have to be told the day, time and number to call and it would all have seemed weird. So, we met with my daughter who lives in Warman that very afternoon. Then, two days later, I started on a one-day road trip. Nine hundred and ninety-one kilometres later, I was home with only

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the teenager left to tell. I arrived home after midnight on a Friday. The next morning, I learned there had been a message on the phone from the doctor’s office. They were ready to set the surgery. Instantly it felt as if a rock had dropped deep into my belly, a dead weight settling there. This is real, it’s not a drill. I have cancer. I am going to have significant surgery. I am going to lose a breast. I still had my youngest child to tell. Grade 12s can be hard to pin down for a private conversation so a day went by. That night I woke at 3:30 a.m. There was no way I was getting back to sleep as the thoughts of what I would say to all the people still left on the list and their possible reactions swirled around and around my brain. Guilt at creating stress for my daughter in her graduation year churned inside me. Yes, I knew it was not my fault, but we humans are not always rational. At 4:30 a.m., I gave up and went downstairs and started some cleaning. At 6 a.m., John came to find me, astounded to find me up at that hour on a Sunday morning. I told him I had woken at 3:30 and couldn’t get back to sleep due to too

much thinking. He asked, “Is it bothering you that much? You shouldn’t worry; it’s early and it’s going to be taken care of.” “It’s the telling that’s bothering me,” I explained. “I think it’ll be better when I’ve told everyone.” And so the telling proceeded – my daughter that afternoon, then the calls to my siblings that evening. For the first time since his death the year before, I was glad my dad was no longer with us, glad I didn’t have to call and tell him the hard news about my diagnosis. The next morning I could call for the surgery date. I watched the clock and paced the floor as 8 a.m. approached. Dialing the number at 8:01, I heard the answering machine advise me the office opened at 8:30 a.m. Again, I felt the churning in my gut. Another half hour of pacing before placing the call at 8:31. The date of my operation – so far away, three whole weeks to wait; so soon, only three short weeks away. Three weeks had its pros and cons. Three weeks to think about a cancer growing in my body. Three weeks to anticipate, think, worry. And three weeks to help make the transition at work. Three weeks to prepare things at home for a period of convalescence and recovery. Three weeks to gather reading material

for my downtime. There were times fear ran away with my thoughts. I work at being a positive person and seeing the good in life, people and circumstances, but, sometimes … “What if they cut me up and close me up again; and then, when I wake up, they tell me to go home and get my affairs in order?” Yes, that thought crossed my mind more than once during those three weeks. Totally illogical – with breast cancer surgery, I don’t think the doctors even see any other organs! Extremely unlikely – the primary cancer lump was so small it couldn’t even be felt during a breast exam. But the word “cancer” has such a negative aura about it that sometimes fear trumps logic. Then, only four days prior to the operation, I had a rare quiet morning at home and went for a walk in the woods of our shelterbelt. The snow was falling and there wasn’t a sound to be heard beyond the panting of my canine companions. In the peace, silence and solitude, I found myself in the presence of God and uplifted. After the cancer diagnosis was confirmed, I had immediately kicked my daily sugar/chocolate habit. It’s embarrassing to admit that I was up to two and sometimes even three chocolate bars a day, along with the occasional

pop. Yet somehow I just stopped, and didn’t even find it very difficult. So, in the woods, I thought about all the excess sugar I was no longer ingesting. I thought about the post-surgery instructions suggesting starting exercise by walking, gradually increasing the length of the walks. I thought about how wonderful it is walking in our woods and how little I had been doing it lately. And I actually started to look forward to my recovery time! And for the first time, I really felt in my heart, as opposed to understanding in my head, that, yes, this cancer has been caught very early. Although it was causing a blip in my life, perhaps it was being sent as a wake-up call and now I had the chance to start doing some important things a little differently and make my life even better than it already was. Of course, I was still not looking forward to the actual hospital procedures and their immediate aftermath, but I was confident about the future and looking forward to some downtime, daily walks and the 10-plus books I had gathered for some fun reading time. My walk in the woods, the chance to have some peace and quiet and listen to my soul, sent me to Saskatoon City Hospital with a positive mindset.

Flu vaccine clinics to start week of Oct. 21

Saskatchewan residents with a valid health card can get their flu shot starting the week of Oct. 21 at public health clinics, local pharmacies and some physician and Nurse Practitioner offices. “Although there have been delays in the delivCONNECT HEARING – HEARING STUDY UPDATE SEPT ery of this 2019 year’s influenza vaccine, the Ministry 9.875” × 5.250” 10/06/19 of Health has confirmed with Health Canada that

Saskatchewan will receive vaccine to support the provincial program start date the week of Oct. 21,” Saskatchewan’s Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Saqib Shahab said. Please note that due to public venues being used as polling stations for the federal election, some locations will be launching on Monday, Oct. 21, and others later in the week.

Visit the Saskatchewan Health Authority website at https://www.saskhealthaut hor it y.c a /Se r v ic es Locations/flu for the most up-to-date information on drop-in clinic times and locations. Pharmacists can administer the free flu shot to residents five years and older, during home visits, and in congregate living settings. Children under

five and non-Saskatchewan residents can be vaccinated at a public health clinic. For a list of pharmacies that provide the free flu shot, check the Pharmacy Association of Saskatchewan website at http://www. skpharmacists.ca/patients/ flu-shots or ask your local pharmacy if they offer it. More than 340 pharmacies will offer free flu vaccinations this season.

Help the University of Guelph improve hearing healthcare across Canada. Connect Hearing and Professor Mark Fenske at the University of Guelph are seeking participants who are over 50 years of age, have never worn hearing aids and have not had a hearing test in the last 24 months, for a hearing study that investigates factors that can influence better hearing. Study Parameters The researchers will examine listening in a range of situations, from one-on-one, to group conversations, watching TV and wider social contexts like supermarkets and other noisy environments, and how it effects connection and socialization.

Why Participate? It is estimated that 46% of people aged 45 to 87 have some degree of hearing loss, but most do not seek a solution right away. In this study you’ll be playing an important part in determining the key factors around identifying hearing loss and what influences the decision to seek treatment.

Participants will be significantly adding to growing knowledge surrounding hearing loss. You can register to be part of this groundbreaking new hearing study by calling 1.888.242.4892 or visiting connecthearing.ca/hearing-study *Wingfield, A., Tun, P. A., & McCoy, S. L. (2005). Hearing Loss in Older Adulthood: What It Is and How It Interacts With Cognitive Performance. Current Directions in Psychological Science, 14(3), 144–148. † Study participants must be over 50 years of age and have never worn hearing aids. No fees and no purchase necessary. Registered under the College of Speech and Hearing Health Professionals of BC. VAC, WCB accepted. 1. Cruickshanks, K. L., Wiley, T. L., Tweed, T. S., Klein, B. E. K., Klein, R, Mares-Perlman, J. A., & Nondahl, D. M. (1998). Prevalence of Hearing Loss in Older Adults in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin: The Epidemiology of Hearing Loss Study. Am. J. Epidemiol. 148 (9), 879-886. 2. National Institutes of Health. (2010).

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North Stars beat Weyburn as Urbanski returns By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords North Stars got their 10th win in 11 games Saturday, Oct. 5, in Weyburn, as they topped the Red Wings 4-1. The story of the game was the return of Matthias Urbanski to the ice one day after being cut in the face by a skate in a game versus Estevan the night before. Urbanski scored twice for the win in Weyburn. Urbanski got the North Stars second goal of the game in the second period, and then with the score 2-1, Urbanski scored again late

in the third to put the game out of reach. It was also a big night for captain Matthew Fletcher, who scored the first North Stars goal in the first period and their fourth goal in the third period. Fletcher also assisted on both of Urbanski’s goals. Ben Hiltz scored the only Weyburn goal in the third period. Shots favoured the North Stars 32-24 with Adam Dmyterko getting the win. A highlight for Dmyterko was stopping a penalty shot by Keegan Callander in the second period.

The North Stars have one more road game before returning to the Battlefords, in Melfort Wednesday night for a Finals rematch with the Mustangs. North Stars 2 Estevan 0 Oct. 4, the Battlefords North Stars saw a 2-0 win in Estevan over the Bruins. The contest was a tight one throughout, but in the end Adam Dmyterko got the shutout, stopping all 30 Bruins shots for his first shutout in the SJHL. There was no score in the first period, but in the second, at the midway point, Matthias Urbanski got his third of the season

from Quintin and Elijah Loon-Stwardson. In the third period there was a scary moment for Urbanski, who left the game after he was hit in the face by a high stick. That prompted a four-minute double minor to Tanner Manz of the Bruins. Brett Gammer got the insurance goal into an empty net to put the game in the refrigerator for the North Stars. North Stars 6 Melville 1 A four goal first period Oct. 2 helped the Battlefords North Stars get back into the win column. The North Stars ham-

mered the Millionaires 6-1 for their eighth win in nine games in 2019-20, bouncing back nicely from a 6-2 loss in Yorkton the previous night. Dylan McCabe and then Rylan Nivon got the first two North Stars goals in the first, and then Elijah LoonStewardson added to the lead with his second and third goals of the season. Max McPeak’s third of the season in the second cut it to 4-1, but Ryland McNinch restored the four goal lead. Elijah LoonStewardson completed his hat trick at the 9:35 mark

of the third period from Matthias Urbanski and Dylan McCabe to finish the scoring. Once again the North Stars had another 40-plus shooting performance, outshooting Melville by a whopping 43 to 19. The North Stars outshot the Mils 21 to 2 in the second period. Kaleb McEachern was pulled after letting in four goals on 12 shots in the first period. Hunter Adams stopped 29 of 31 the rest of the way for the Mils. Austin Schwab stopped 18 of 19 for the North Stars win.

Sharks win home opener By John Cairns Staff Reporter

The Battlefords Sharks are in the win column for the first time this midget female AAA hockey season. They won their home opener Oct. 5 at Battleford Arena by a 2-1 final score over the Notre Dame Hounds. The Sharks were

outshot 29-14, but Haylie Biever stopped 28 shots to get the win. The two Sharks goals both came from Kiana McNinch, who scored early in the first period before the Hounds’ Kendra Zuchotzki tied it, and then got the game winner on the power play in overtime. The Sharks weren’t so fortunate Sunday after-

noon as they fell to the Hounds by a 3-0 score. The Sharks were shut out despite a big third period in which they fired 17 shots at the Hounds’ Eva Filippova, but she got the 29-save shutout. Next up for the Sharks are games Saturday and Sunday against the Weyburn Richardson Pioneer Gold Wings. 19102TT0

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Operun 2019 sees strong participation By John Cairns Staff Reporter

It was a cool, brisk morning Oct. 6 in Battleford as runners competed in the annual Operun. The event organized by the Historic Battleford Lions Club, originally designed to raise money for the Battleford Opera House project, saw competitors in the 2K, 5K and 10K categories. Here is a rundown of results: In the overall female category, Emma Harder finished first with a time of 8:19.89. Emmerson Voegeli was second at 8:21.50 and Anneka Harder third at 9:09.53. There were 60 competitors in this category. In the overall male 2K, Conner Oram finished first with a result of 9:07.03. Danny Carlson finished second at 9:24.64, with Ryder Larose third at 9:33.62. There were 32 competitors in this category.

Cheerleading judges’ training to be held in Saskatchewan

There were 17 competitors in the female 5K category and Krista Gray finished first with a time of 27:09.52, Mekdes Jenson and Rosie Lafreniere were second and third. In the male 5K Joshua EnnsWind was first with a time of 18:57.49, ahead of Thane Burgoyne at 28:32.04 and Layne Humenny at 29:59.96. The female 10K saw Audrey Harder win with a time of 56:51.46, just edging out Anneme Dunhin with a time of 56:53.40. Jaime Maunula was third at 57:35.20. There were 17 competitors in this category. In the overall male 10K running category David Odishaw finished first with a time of 48:08.44, finishing ahead of Michael Higgs at 48:26.82 and Jovica Djukic at 50.40.01. A total of 15 competitors raced in this category.

New Horizons held their golf windBy Bernie Meisner up Monday, Sept. 30. Unfortunately, the afternoon golf was cancelled due to inclement weather, however an exceptional supper, put on by Carol and her staff at the Main Course Restaurant, did go ahead. Forty golfers and friends enjoyed the meal. Prizes were drawn for and this marked the end of their 2019 golf season. President Wally Gordey thanked all those who participated during the year. Special thanks to The Discovery Co-op for car wash prizes, Dana and his staff at the golf club, the Gold Eagle for windup prizes and Glenn Hunter for supplying the ball retrievers. Members of New Horizons will now focus on curling, which begins Tuesday, Oct. 8 at 1 p.m. Good luck to all.

By Rhea Good As athlete numbers increase across Canada, so does the need for Certified Cheerleading Judges at competitions. Judges are a crucial part of all cheerleading competitions. Cheer Canada has created a new set of score sheets for implementation in the 201920 competitive season. Cheer Canada has plans to certify judges in all provinces and territories with the new nationally standardized scoring systems, in collaboration with the SCA in Sask. Two judging certification clinics will be held in Saskatchewan: Oct. 26-27 in Regina and Nov. 2-3 in Saskatoon. The clinics are open to athletes, coaches, teacher advisors for school cheer teams, ex-athletes and ex-coaches. Anyone who attains the certification at the SCA events will be listed on the Cheer Canada list to be contracted for competitions all across Canada. Being a cheerleading judge gets you the best seat in the house for all competitions. The training sessions will expand everyone’s knowledge of the sport in ways other than being an athlete or coach. There would be opportunities to travel across Canada to judge at events. The scoring system for cheerleading is complex, as there are slightly different for-

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mats for the range of divisions in the sport from Novice Divisions up to the International Global division. The score sheets reflect safety rules at each level, and the level appropriate skills for tumbling and pyramids. Most people are familiar with “pyramids” in a cheer-

leading routine, where athletes lift up the “flyers” and make a human structure. There are rules for how high the “flyers” can be lifted, if they can be thrown, etc. The rules are complex and points are added or deducted as each team performs their routine for the audience and the panel of judges. For more information about taking the Judging Certification in Saskatchewan, please visit the SCA website, www. sca.ca/judges-certification/? Stay tuned for more updates from Cheer Canada as the season unfolds.

This is an example of a pyramid in the sport of cheerleading. Three base groups are supporting three “tops” or “flyers” and the human structure is all connected. In a competition, judges would score the execution of a pyramid to contribute points to the overall score for the entire routine.

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Fall supper season is relished by everyone By Elaine Woloshyn Correspondent

We are in the midst of fall suppers even in the smallest hamlets. With harvest taking forever to complete, some areas have bumped suppers into November. Here are a few of the dates to mark on your calendar: Wednesday, Oct. 9, Medstead School; Sunday, Oct. 20, Spiritwood Hall; Sunday, Oct. 20, Ranger, near Chitik lake and Leoville in a small hall, usually two settings; Wednesday, Oct. 23, Speers Hall; Sunday, Oct. 27, Glassland Hall; Saturday, Nov. 2, Mayfair Hall; Sunday, Nov. 3, Leoville Hall; Saturday, Nov. 9, Rabbit Lake Hall. The Maymont Hall committee has decided to put on a supper, but with a different twist – a great twist! Dale Beaudoin, hall committee president, said they have hired a band called Cash Back from

Rosetown to entertain the crowd at 7 p.m. in the hall. Supper will be from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 for both the meal and Johnny Cash tribute concert, or if you wish to eat only, it will be $20. In the past, the Sharon United Church had put on a great supper held in the school gymnasium, but decided not to hold one this year. Many people thrive on dining out on delicious home-cooked meals, which usually include a variety of fresh garden produce, homemade pies and more. They will drive many miles to attend these wonderful fall events, which obviously include visiting with the local people. Friendships have been

built over the years that these individuals cherish forever. City fall suppers are never quite the same as in a rural setting. The city folk can go for a leisurely scenic afternoon drive and can be enveloped by a nostalgic feeling. Can’t get any better than that! Congratulations to a local person who won big on a 649 ticket recently purchased in Spiritwood. He is a hard worker and will spend his winnings wisely. I am always happy to know people who win on the lottery, especially individuals who do not sit around, do nothing much for a living and actually, “voila?” win. Hooray for the senior boys Hafford School Vikings football team, for they have finished the regular schedule with all wins and no losses. Coach Ryan Barnstable, a teacher at Hafford School, has been successful with the team for the past few years. This is a great opportunity for students in the Blaine Lake, Mayfair, Speers and Hafford areas to experience the excitement and fun of tackle football. In November 2018, they won the 1A provincial finals with hard work and determination. The Vikings will have a home game next Saturday, Oct. 19, the first in their playoffs. As of now, the

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Borden fire dept. observes Fire Prevention Week By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

To start off Fire Prevention Week, the Borden Fire and Rescue held an open house and pancake breakfast by donation at the Borden Fire Hall on Sunday, Oct. 6. They had a great crowd out to enjoy the morning meal and the money raised will go to buy necessary equipment. Borden Fire and Rescue are holding a steak night at 5 p.m. Nov. 2, with silent auction. A Borden band, Putt Putt’s Garage, plays at 8 p.m., but the 250 tickets for the meal are all sold out. They are still collecting for the silent auction (on display at the Credit Union in Borden) and the proceeds from that will go to help a fellow firefighter Inga, who was hurt in a car accident recently. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her as she recovers in hospital. More than 50 members of Borden and Radisson seniors clubs attended a supper and program at the Maymont Seniors Centre on Oct. 2, with 73 in attendance. A delicious meal was served of sausage, perogies, scalloped potatoes, carrots, salad and a great dessert. The 50/50 draw of $129

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Petrun of Borden and Gerald Wiebe of Radisson thanked Maymont for the great meal and entertainment. Coming events at Borden are: the Friendship Club tea, bake sale and quilt raffle on Oct. 10. with proceeds from the quilt raffle going to the Borden Care Home and Borden Fire and Rescue; the Borden Lions Turkey Supper on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Borden Community Centre, 5to 7 p.m,; and the sixth annual Halloween Family Dance Saturday Oct. 26 starting at 8 p.m., with proceeds going to the Borden Cemetery Fund.

John Archer and Jeanette Beckham entertaining at Maymont Oct. 2. Photo by Lorraine Olinyk

Seniors meeting at the lake By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

We used to hear radio announcers comment in their weather forecast – there’s cold air coming down from Canada. The reverse happened nearly two weeks ago when southern Alberta and Saskatchewan were crippled by the violent snow storm that “came up from the United States.” There were 171 collisions in Calgary on Sunday and most towns and schools were closed on the following Monday all through that southern area. The only combine we saw working on a recent drive west was in the Edson area. Some fields were swathed and you could see water between the rows so it will be a while until they can get into the fields with machinery. We need a long, hot, windy spell season to get the crop off across the country. The highways all the way were exceptionally good, and we were only held up once for construction. I went to Leduc with

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Al Lambert when he went home and then daughter Joyce drove us out to the Smithers and Telkwa area of British Columbia, visiting family along the way and heading homeward this next week. My son Gordon and Shelley and my sister-in-law Bernice Sparkes were our main hosts along with nieces and nephews. We got to see some of the Munn clan originally from south of Battleford, Larry and his daughter Jana and Harvey and grandchildren also. Wes Munn and his new wife Jess were here visiting and left for their home in New Zealand on Saturday. The scenery everywhere was fantastic as the leaves this year have held on much longer than usual and seem to be much brighter yellow than usual. Sheila and Bill Sullivan

from the Houston area visited the Poole cousins at Edam and Aunt Linda from Meota and made a loop including Taber, Alta., where they visited his cousin Beth (Pearson) and Norm Wynne. Duplicate bridge was played in the Pioneer Hall Oct. 3 with top scores in order - Vern Iverson and David Sharpe first, then Catriona Winterholt and Donna Scherman and third were Margaret Dyck and Jean Lawes. The monthly meeting of the Do Drop In will be held Friday, Oct. 11, followed by a potluck lunch, which is always a treat and nice social time. That same afternoon, Norwegian whist will be played in the Do Drop In at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday morning of Oct. 15 in the Do Drop In, the Hobby Band is holding a mini-concert in aid of the seniors hall, open to folks to come and listen and have a coffee and visit. I don’t have the Canasta results from Friday last but the next evening will be Oct. 18.

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Residential

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555

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WANTED: Large Family!

• Family Bungalow, Kildeer Park, 1808 sq. ft. • 5 bedrooms, den, 3 baths, finished basement • Main floor laundry, ensuite bath & walk-in closet off master bedroom • Double attached garage, home is situated on an 85 foot lot • Fenced yard and mature landscaping c/w UGS • Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 to view MLS®SK785103

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Great Family Home

SOLD

Breathtaking View!

792 square feet Close to schools & shopping Lots of potential Call Antony at 306-490-2226 for details today

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• 2,292 sq. ft. • 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms • Boiler heat upgraded to forced air,natural gas furnace • Mature landscaping on double lot • Double detached heated garage • Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306445-5555 MLS®SK785964

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Totally renovated inside & out 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Main floor laundry • West side location Single detached garage Great curb appeal Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306445-5555 MLS®SK767622

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1,106 squrare feet 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Full unfinished ICF basement Purchase now & choose your finishes! Located in Telegraph Heights in Battleford Simplify & live the condo life! • For showings or more info contact Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK774536 - MLS®SK774549

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Family-Friendly 4-Level Split

1,000 sq. ft. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Heated, insulated garage Large fenced backyard Location! Location! Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK783512

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All personal lending products and residential mortgages are offered by Royal Bank of Canada and are subject to its standard lending criteria. ® Registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. TM Trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. 45810 (08/2010) All personal lending products and residential mortgages are offered by Royal Bank of Canada and are subject to its standard lending ® criteria. Registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. TM All personal lending products residential Trademark ofand Royal Bank ofmortgages Canada. are offered by Royal Bank of Canada and are subject to its standard lending 45810 (08/2010)

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1,067 sq. ft. per side Currently both sides rented for $1,200/month New shingles and eavestroughs Appliances remain per unit Fenced yard & tons of parking Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306445-5555 MLS®SK786133

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criteria. ® Registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. RBC and Royal Bank are registered trademarks of Royal Bank of Canada. TM Trademark of Royal Bank of Canada. 45810 (08/2010)

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1,450 square feet 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Large floor to ceiling windows Oversized corner lot Triple car garage w/large overhead door Contact Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK786120

1,560 square feet 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Tons of windows & natural light Tranquil backyard-beautifully landscaped Located on a quiet cul-de-sac Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306445-5555 MLS®SK766320

NEW PRICE

Modern Design, Mature Neighbourhood

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Beautiful Executive Bungalow

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Character, History and Charm!!

MLS®SK771038

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9 $ 17

NEW PRICE

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East Side Fixer Upper!

• • • •

Great Possibilities!

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• Compact Battleford bungalow - attached single garage • 3 bedrooms, 1 bath • Partial basement development • Recent improvements include HW heater 2019, renovated 3 pc bath & some windows • Well suited for 1st time home buyer or would make a great revenue property • Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 to view MLS®SK767622

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Overlooks the flats and Battleford Bridges 4 bedrooms/3 bathrooms Single attached garage Walk-out basement Recent renovations Quiet neighbourhood Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306445-5555 MLS®SK783381

• 1,040 sq. ft. home on quiet street, 3 & 1 bedrooms • Many recent renovations • Large renovated bathrooms • Lots of kitchen cabinets - newer counters & backsplash • Large single garage built in 2016 • Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 MLS®SK742695

Family favoured!

• 1,159 square foot bi-level • Double 22x24 detached garage • 6 bedrooms, large kitchen and dining area • Newly renovated main floor includes paint. flooring, 2 & 4 pce baths • Partially finished basement w/R.I. 3 pc bath, gas stove • Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 for your personal viewing MLS®SK772975

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Style Quality Value

• Excellent Investment Opportunity, 2010 Duplex • 1,052 sq. ft. per unit • Quality finishes, alder cabinets/hardwood flooring • Landscaped, fenced yard with shed • Strata Titles • Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 MLS®SK766884

Well Planned Split Level! • • • • •

3 bedrooms. 2+ bathrooms Open Living area Great for entertaining Double attached garage Call Brian at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK774197

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Quality Built Bungalow!

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• 1,250 sq. ft. • 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Double attached 26x26 garage • Corner lot with beautiful yard • Desirable neighborhood of Battle Springs • Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306-4455555

MLS®SK786984

NEW PRICE

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Get Ready to Be Wowed!

• Over 2,000 square feet • Backs onto a park • Brand new kitchen with huge island • Double attached garage w/direct entry • Large master bedroom w/a walk-out balcony • Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981

• • • • •

MLS®SK785495

• Amazing location, near many schools • 3 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms • Brand new furnace / water heater • Open concept main floor • Great curb appeal with a front porch • Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK773648

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555

NEW PRICE

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1,562 square feet bi-level 5 bedrooms 3 bathrooms • Triple paned windows High end finishes throughout Superior cabinetry & quartz countertops Large heated attached garage Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt today at 306-445-5555

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9 $ 15

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Certified Home Inspector Independently owned and operated franchise

L O

GENERAL PRACTICE INCLUDING: • Wills & Estates • Real Estate/Mortgage • Corporate/Commercial • Family Law • Employment Law • Criminal/Civil 1652 - 100th St., North Battleford, SK

SOLD

• 1,319 square feet • Large Island • 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • Open concept kitchen / dining room • Stainless steel appliances • Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK773103

MLS®SK754722

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Location Location!

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1,344 square feet • Great neighborhood 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Updated kitchen with granite countertops Beautiful basement development Close to river valley trails Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306445-5555 MLS®SK787914

• Real Estate • Corporate Law • Wills and Estates • General Litigation

P R O Doug.Forbes@pillartopost.com F www.pillartopost-battleford.com E Doug Forbes Cell: 306-481-4681 S S I irkham aw ffice BARRISTERS & SOLICITORS O Randy G. Kirkham • Tanner Daniels N A L 306-446-2900 Fax 306-446-2242

MLS®SK768206

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2 bedrooms/2 baths Open living/dining/kitchen 6 major appliances Underground parking Call Brian to view

Move In Ready!

Affordable Condo Living!

• 1,099 square feet • 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • One exclusive parking stall • In-unit laundry • Care free condo life! • Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah for more info at 306-445-5555

9 $ 20

Neat and Clean

• • • • •

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2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom Single detached garage Private backyard with beautiful landscaping Built in 1997 Hot tub off the master bedroom Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306445-5555 MLS®SK778989

Condo Living in Battleford!

MLS®SK777901

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MLS®SK773509

Prime Location - Great Price!

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Walking distance to a few schools Open concept in living room / kitchen Single attached garage with direct entry Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306-4455555

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Looking for the WOW Factor?

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• Corner lot, Telegraph Heights, Battleford • Quiet sought after neighbrohood • Close to all amenities • Additional info & building restrictions available upon request • Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173

Backs onto Kinsmen Park!

• • • • •

Over 3,400 square feet • Previously ran as B & B Some furnishings remain Main floor plus 2 self-contained suites Placed on a double lot • Plark like backyard Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306-4455555

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MLS®SK767386

Backs Onto Park!

NEW PRICE

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Bed & Breakfast with Character!

NEW PRICE

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North Battleford 306.445.6177 general@dbf-law.ca www.dbf-law.ca

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Real Estate Appraisers Since 1971

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Phone 306-445-7772 Fax 306-445-7722 Richard A. Gibbons B.A., LL.B Robert F. Feist J.D., B.A. Benedict P.O. Feist, J.D., B.A. Barristers & Solicitors

Email: richard@norsasklaw.com / robert@norsasklaw.com Website: norsasklaw.com

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BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555 $

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Stunner

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1,344 square feet• 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Oversized mature VLA lot 2 car attached garage with separate shop Lovely finishes & well maintained Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt for at 306445-5555!

MLS®SK778828

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Great Yard!

912 sq. ft. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths New doors and windows Double car garage Call Kevin for more info (306) 441-5960 MLS® SK781606

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Updated! • • • •

1,020 square feet • 4 bedrooms, 1 bath Open concept main floor Low maintenance Call Kevin for more info at (306) 441-5960 MLS®SK761902

Totally Updated!

1,793 square feet 5 bedrooms, 3 baths Double car heated garage Close to several schools Call Kevin for more info at 306-441-5960 MLS®SK771587

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Spacious Bungalow!

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1,233 square feet bungalow 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Totally developed basement Stainless steel appliances Spacious double detached garage Call Brian at 306-441-6433 for details MLS®SK786713

NEW PRICE

Renovated 1,412 square foot home close to all amenities Newer vinyl clad windows • 3+1 bedrooms Abundant kitchen cabinets, large kitchen & dining areas Sunken living room with gas fireplace Newer basement development, amazing back yard oasis Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 to view

Corner Condo!

2 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms 5 major appliances • Two storage areas Laminate flooring in living - dining Central air conditioning Call Brian for details at (306) 441-6433

MLS®SK761878

MLS®SK772489

Great membership options available please check our website at www.northbattlefordgolf.com. Sign up for our E-Club on the website to receive information for great golfing deals. Also follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

For more information phone the Pro Shop at 306-937-5659

The Colour Experts

Doug’s Paint Shoppe Inc. • Full line of interior & exterior paints • Painting supplies and accessories • Color matching • Custom window coverings • Supplier of Graco paint sprayers

Quality Service & Professional Advice to Get the Job Done Right! 1561 - 100th Street, North Battleford, SK 306-445-7775

NEW PRICE

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North Battleford Golf & Country Club

Benjamin Moore

NEW PRICE

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Quality West Side Home!

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Total of 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Roomy kitchen, dining area Updated shingles, furnace, water heater Newer deck, garage door & opener Call Brian Lampitt at 306-441-6433 for details MLS®SK786855

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New MLS®SK787507

Dunning Crescent!

• • • • •

Well Maintained!

1,076 square feet 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Heated attached double garage Large garden Call Kevin for more info at 306-441-5960

NEW PRICE

848 square feet.• 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Large fenced yard Single car garage Call Kevin at 306-441-5960 for your private viewing MLS®SK772686

50x120 lot Zoned R2 Opportunity to build a duplex Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306-445-5555 for more details MLS®SK784678

Lot For Sale!

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Close to Hospital • • • •

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New MLS®SK784717

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NEW PRICE

955 square feet 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms • 1/2 VLA Lot Updates windows and flooring Double 24x26 detached garage Beautiful manure landscaping Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt today at 306-445-5555

840 sq.ft. • 3 bedrooms / 1 bathroom 26 x 28 heated, detached garage Complete new exterior EE furnace, A/C, hot water on demand Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK776144 $

Large Park-Like Yard!

NEW PRICE

It’s All About The Garage!!

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NEW PRICE

3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom • Main floor laundry Some updated windows Hardwood flooring on the main Beautiful fruit / lilac trees Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah @ (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK773755

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MLS®SK753885

Quality condo features 1,164 sq. ft. plus fully finished basement Vaulted ceiling, open concept living, dining & kitchen areas 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, main floor laundry Attached dbl. garage, rubber pavement driveway Includes all appliances, custom window treatments, central vac, garburator, central air & more • Affordable condo fees, only $100 per month • Contact Donna Ray at 306-441-9173

River Valley Estates, Battleford 1,046 square feet New paint throughout Heated parkade parking 2 bedroom, 1+1/2 baths River Valley Views Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 to view

Condo Living at Heritage Landing

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Great Starter Home with Charm!

• • • • •

Carefree Condo Living

• • • • • • •

MLS®SK759832

Great Place for your Dream Home! • Vacant lot with services • Great backyard landscaping • Established neighborhood • Suitable for a walkout home • River Valley View • Call Brian at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK777956 $

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NEW PRICE

So Many Updates!!

3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms Windows all updated 2009 Basement recently finished EE furnace Double detached garage All appliances remain Call Tracy Voigt at (306) 441-1981

Battleford Bound

• • • • • • •

• • • •

Great Location, Amazing House!!

Begin Here!

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1,955 sq. ft. 5 bedrooms/4 bathrooms Double attached, heated garage Tons of updates in recent years Located on quiet street in Kildeer Great curb appeal Call Tracy Voigt at (306) 441-1981 MLS®SK752740

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MLS®SK756373

Battleford Bungalow, 4 level split 1,281 square feet Attached Double garage, mature landscaping Recent upgrades 4 bedrooms, 2 baths Call Donna Ray at (306) 441-9173 MLS®SK753035

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Steps Away From The Beach!

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NEW PRICE

908 square feet 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Large detached, heated garage Lots of living space for family and friends Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah to view at (306) 445-5555 MLS®SK766366

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Great Family Home in South Battleford!

Designed with Distinction!

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In-Town Acreage

NEW PRICE

• 1,469 square feet • 2.37 acres • Park like yard • In town services • Located in town of Meota • Call Kevin for more info at (306) 441-5960 MLS®SK776108

1541 - 100th Street North Battleford

306-445-5555 www.realestatethebattlefords.ca

Mechanical Ltd.

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Plumbing & Heating

Dion Locally BelRose 306-937-2083 owned & operated FREE ESTIMATES

ESTIMATES 306-937-2083 Call Dion or Pat 937-2083 #1

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306-445-7799

www.rainbowtoyota.com

• • • • •

1,040 sq.ft. • 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms Large yard with new fencing Brand new EE furnace Updated kitchen and flooring Contact Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at (306)445-5555

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• Gasfitting • • Furnaces • • Water Heaters • • Boilers • ...and much more, call today!

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Driving the World’s Selling Import

NEW PRICE

SpiritwoodBungalow!

Big Sky

Serving the Battlefords & Area...Locally Owned & Operated

Call DionFREE or Pat

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MLS®SK769097

J&D Roofing WCB ESTIMATES • Fully Insured FREE

828 square feet 3 bedrooms/2 bathrooms Recent shingles Central air Lots of parking Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306-445-5555 MLS®SK784368

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MLS®SK776298

Insurance Claims Welcome Licensed, WCB Coverage • Fully Insured LocallySnow Owned & Operated Rooftop Removal Available

Out of Town

Executive custom built home, located in Battleford, 1,342 sq. ft. 2+2 Bedrooms, 3 Baths, main floor laundry Open concept living, kitchen & dining areas boast vaulted ceilings Master Bedroom, walk in closet, large en-suite with Jacuzzi tub & sun tunnel • Kitchen features island and pantry • 2 car heated garage and beautiful manicured yard • Call Donna Ray @ (306)441-9173 for your personal viewing

West side bungalow, 911 sq. ft. 2 bedrooms, 1 baths • New shingles (May 2019) Basement open for future development – R.I. plumbing High EE furnace, newer water heater, updated electrical panel • Call Donna Ray @ 306-441-9173 for your personal viewing MLS®SK776041

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Priced to Sell!!!

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• 1,450 sq.ft. ,5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms • Corner lot, 24 x 24 garage & RV parking • Newly renovated bathrooms • Well kept yard & landscaping • Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at (306)445-5555 MLS®SK776411

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Park Like Yard!!

Huge double lot, double detached garage Tons of garden space • Energy efficient furnace Some windows replaced Contact Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt at (306)445-5555

MLS®SK778560

Discovery Co-op

Home Centre & Lumber

Open 7 Days a Week

MIKE HUTCHISON Manager

for your Home Projects Territorial Place Mall, North Battleford Phone 306-446-7225 Fax 306-446-7212 www.discoverycoop.com

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Commercial

Open for Business

BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS REAL ESTATE THE BATTLEFORDS 306-445-5555

• 7,000 sq. ft. with lots of parking • Almost 1,400 sq. ft. of upstairs living area • Boiler, in-floor heat, A/C in office & living quarters • 16’ wall height • Zone M-1 • Call Brian Lampitt for more information at 306-445-5555

MLS®SK783146

Shop With Living Quarters

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9 $ 59

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6,560 sq. ft. building, .77 acre lot 1.3 acre adjacent lot available Fenced compound Call Kevin for more info 306-441-5960

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Family Business

Located at Co-op Aquatic Centre • Good margin on sales Includes equipment, leasehold improvements, business Serves fresh coffee, paninis, wraps, gelato, etc. Call Archie Robinson at 306-441-3455

MLS®SK757017

Good Investment Opportunity

• • • • •

2 – 2010 square feet lease spaces High traffic exposure Well maintained Ample parking Call Brian at 306-445-5555

• 4,000 sq. ft. • In-floor heat • Corner lot with great access • Fenced compound • Call Kevin for more info 306-441-5960

MLS®SK776943

Industrial Property

• 5,500 sq.ft. building • 1.3 acre lot • Downdraft paint booth • Fenced compound • Call Kevin for more info 306-441-5960

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NEW PRICE

Acreage Living minutes from town!

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Acreage on 40 Acres!

1,188 sq. ft. bungalow • 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 40 x 40 brand new heated shop 25 x 28 heated attached garage 5 minutes from North Battleford Call Jayna Hannah or Tracy Voigt to view 306445-555

MLS®SK778782

• • • • •

Gateway to the North MLS®SK758414

Come For The Food...Stay For The View!

THE MAIN COURSE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Casual & Special Occasion Dining Large Menu Selection 1 Riverside Drive North Battleford Golf & Country Club

306-445-5055

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Industrial Lot

Great Location!

1,488 sq.ft • 4 bedrooms, 3 baths Double car garage 44x100 Quonset Close to Table Mountain Call Kevin 306-441-5960 or Brian (306)4455555 for more info

MLS®785414

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MLS®SK776955

Prime Location

NEW PRICE

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Lake Life is Waiting For You! • • • • •

Located on Martinson’s Beach • Beautiful lot at water level Year round lakefront property 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom Loft with extra beds, Walk-out basement Call Tracy Voigt or Jayna Hannah at 306-445-5555

MLS®SK774415

Q 0/S

9.5

Investment/Acreages Prime location in town limits • 160 acres with view

Lease Great Location • 100th Street location • Over 2,000 square feet

• • • •

• Retail or office space • Former flooring store • Call Brian to view at 306-445-5555

MLS®SK779092

FISHER’S

Natural grassland & rolling hills Adjacent to newer grid road • Could be subdivided Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173

MLS®SK739208

• • • • •

306-445-6153

Build Here!

Resort Village of Aquadeo • Water front lot Overlooking Jackfish Lake • Approximately 50’x114’ Services to lot Good home or cottage site Call Archie at (306) 441-3455 or Brian at 306-441-6433

Friendly Family Health Care 1501-100th St., North Battleford

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MLS®SK768659

DRUG STORE

Migneault Law Office

• • • • •

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View Included!

Located in Resort Village of Aquadeo Spectacular view or Jackfish Lake Approx. 2 acres • Services available to lot line build your dream home here Call Archie at 306-441-3455 or Brian at 306-441-6433

MLS®SK740850

Barristers and Solicitors

Kevan M. Migneault, B.A., LL. B. Monte M. Migneault, B.A., LL. B.

1391 - 101st Street (across from the library) North Battleford, SK

Fax: 306-445-6444

Email: monte@mglawoffice.com

9 $ 49

Territorial Drive & 100th Street, North Battleford

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1997 Westfield MK100-51 10 In. x 51 Ft Mechanical Swing Grain Auger, s/n 98244, 540 PTO. 2000 Brandt 835 8 In. x 35 Ft Grain Auger, s/n 47951, Honda, 20 hp, bin sweep. Flexi-Coil 745 7 In. x 45 Ft Grain Auger, s/n GA7.A000terms offered by seller 25% non-refundable deposit, balance Boom Lift 1023850, Briggs & Stratton, 18 hp. due on or before April 1/2020 2000 Skyjack 87TB, s/n 9900024, Kubota 4 cyl, diesel, 80 Batco 10 In. x 71 Ft Grain Conveyor, 540 PTO. 1980 Steiger PT225 Bearcat 4WD, s/n 141-00623C80, ft 3 sec boom, 5 ft jib, pwr to platform, extendable axles. Rem 1026 Grain Vac, 1000 PTO, 6.70-15 tires. 3306 CAT, 20 spd standard, display, receiver, Auto Farm autosteer, Seeding, Tillage & Breaking 4 hyd outlets, aux hyd, 18.4-38, 6444 hrs showing. Pull Scraper 1994 Kubota M9580 MFWD, s/n 60473, M660 ldr, bucket, 2005 Conserva Pak 3912 40 Ft Air Drill, s/n 39120509, standard, 2 hyd outlets, 540/1000 PTO, 3 pt hitch, rear wheel 12 in. spacing, dbl shoot, Platinum ILS, 3 in. rubber packers, 10 Ft Hydraulic, s/n SC10802. weights, 14.9-24 F, 16.9-38 R, single hyd outlets in the front, 1994 Flexi-Coil 1330 tow-between tank, s/n G1330A0-P055641, Landscape Equipment 3482 hrs showing. sgl fan, blockage sensor, setup for liquid, rear hitch for liquid John Deere #15 3 Bottom Plow, 3X14. Ford 8N, s/n 4024, standard, 11.2-28 R, 3 pt hitch, 1 hyd outlet, tank. *Purchase terms offered by seller 25% non-refundable Dearborn 10-95A 84 In. Landscape Cultivator, s/n 1395. 540 pto, front hitch. deposit, balance due on or before April 1/2020 Crary Industries Echo Bear Cat WT24 Push Weed Wacker Combine & Header Flexi-Coil S82 70 Ft Harrow Bar, s/n S825SB00-1026481, Lawn Trimmer, s/n 09540, Subaru EA190V, gas. 2008 Gleaner R65, s/n R65-HT62162, 4200 13 ft hdr, s/n 5 bar tine harrows, 3/8 In x 14 In tines. Snow Equipment ST41203, Swathmaster 12 ft P/U, reverser, VSR, auto HHC, F&A, John Deere 100 15 Ft Deep Tillage Cultivator, 12 in. spacing. chaff spreader, 16 ft unload auger, gta display, 900/55R32 F, Morris B2-24 24 Ft Rodweeder Cultivator, s/n 69777, Eagle 8 Ft 3 Point Hitch, dual auger, 1000 PTO. 16.9-26 R, 1310 sep hrs showing, 1700 hrs showing. *Purchase 3 bar harrows. Recreational Vehicles terms offered by seller 25% non-refundable deposit, balance 1975 CCIL 204 28 Ft Cultivator, s/n 8343, 3 bar Inland 2006 Arctic Cat M7 Mountain Sled Snowmobile, s/n due on or before July 1/2020 4UF06SNW06T118976, long track, 2.5 in paddle, 3907 miles Harrows. Honey Bee SP30 30 Ft, s/n 30GB091798, to fit Gleaner showing. R65 Combine, P/U reel, hyd F&A, cross auger, factory transport. NH3 Equipment Sea Doo Bombardier XP Personal Water Craft, s/n 2015 Endura Plas STNT 800 HWY 4164 Litre T/A Liquid ZZN82285B696. Swather Fertilizer Trailer, s/n 1E9E1TE54FN532159, 1100 gal tank, Kawasaki Hydro Turf Jet Ski, s/n KAW409401586. 2004 Hesston 8250S 30 Ft, s/n HN08120, 5000 hdr, s/n Personal Watercraft Trailer. HM60292, P/U reel, 19.5L-24 F, 14L16.1 R, rear mounted poly B&S pump, 2 5/16 in ball, lights, brakes. Custombuilt 1000 US Gallon Fertilizer Tank, s/n 8551, rear swath roller, 780 hrs showing. plumbing, 4 wheel cart, John Blue ground drive pump. 1991 GMC 4000 1 Ton Flatbed, s/n J8DB4B1H8M7003270, 2002 Case IH STX375 Quadtrac, s/n JEE0099524, powershift turbo, diesel, Electromatic, winch, cabover, steel service deck, LH rev, Trimble lightbar display, Trimble receiver, EZ-Steer autosteer, Gooseneck hitch adaptor, 4 kw Onan gas gen set, air compressor, 5 hyd outlets, aux hyd, 30 in. tracks, 3537hrs showing. *Purchase vice, 461, 977 kms showing.

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Tanks George White & Sons LP250 150 Gallon On Transport Galvanized. Endura Plas 1350 Gallon Fertilizer Poly. 2003 Westeel 750 Litre Steel Fuel Slip Tank, s/n 61021243, UL 928 12 V pump.

Equipment Attachments Degelman 10 Ft Dozer, to fit Case 2390, 2 way. 3 Point Hitch 6 Ft Blade.

Other Items Include 2002 The Coalman 400 Heater · 200 Gallon Tank Sprayer · 3 Ft Snow Blower · Canadiana 10 Hp Snow Blower · (2) Tridekon Crop Dividers · 40 Ft Wicked Weeders · 8 Ft Blade · 8 Ft Disc · 1200 Gallon Poly Tank (For Parts Only) · Lawn Mower ...AND MUCH MORE!

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OBITUARIES ZABOS: It is with great sadness we say goodbye to out mother, grandmother and aunt, Marie Zabos, who was born January 23, 1938 and took her last breath peacefully listening to her favourite songs by Don Williams for her last dance on September 27, 2019. Marie was born to parents Bud (Seymour) and Nora Kutz. She had four siblings; Margaret Olson, Ed Kutz, Audrey Nesbitt and Raymond Kutz. When Marie was admitted to Battlefords Union Hospital for what ended up as her last part of life’s journey, her loving husband Arpad on one side and her granddaughter Jonaya on the other, as she took her last breath. He slept in a lazy boy chair nightly refusing to leave her side. Arpad and Marie were married for thirty six years. Marie and Arpad both enjoyed fishing and hunting. They vacationed for eight years in the Yukon and Alaska for six months at a time, staying in the Carcross area. They fished for lake trout, grayling, salmon, herring for bait and halibut. One fishing trip to Haines Alaska netted them Marie’s 78lb and Arp’s 150 lb Halibut. Through many years Marie was known to have boasted a 28 lb jackfish, numerous Boone and Crocket deer horns or close to it! In earlier years she hunted moose and later years caribou. Much of Marie and Arpad’s time was spent at Sufferin Lake at their cabin which they built in 1978. Here at the lake meals were shared, Easter egg hunts were annual and Baja Rosa was shared. Marie’s first job at 15 was in Glaslyn working as a telephone operator. Her father was a section foreman for the railroad and the family was known to have lived at many section houses in numerous areas. Marie also worked in the OK Economy in the meat department with her sister Audrey at the same time. Many people often mistook that at Kresge’s lunch counter accusing them of taking two coffee breaks. Saskatchewan Hospital was also where Marie worked as a nurse’s aide, switchboard operator and lastly in the basement canteen. When Marie left Saskatchewan Hospital she went on to work at River Heights Lodge for 4 years as a nurse aide. Marie was known to have lucky horseshoes up the you know where! She was always winning cash on the lotto or from tickets she bought and of course winning at bingo or pull-tab tickets. In her later years you could find her at the Carousel Bingo Hall or even in Lloydminster playing with good friend Rose Wright. In earlier years Marie was a crack shot shooter. She competed in many shooting contests and even winning the men’s provincial trophy one year. She was known to have sat on the same hill on opening season of deer hunting and shooting a buck opening morning for 16 years straight. She always bagged a deer, knew how to field dress it and of course… cook it. She was known to cook the best liver and onions! Marie enjoyed curling having enjoyed the sport at the Saskatchewan Hospital for many years, Ladies bonspiels across the province also were competed in. Women’s softball was a favourite in earlier years. She was known to throw a hard pitch and could catch whatever her son Larry could throw at her. Left to mourn Marie is Arpad, her husband, her three children Wanda and Larry Buziak; sons Trent having two children Tye & Abbie, Jordan and Alicia with two daughters Taylor & Addison. Rick and wife Janet with their three children; Kayla and Jason Wiley and daughter Lilly, Jonaya and Kyle Tenetiuk and daughter Viola, and son Colten. Yvonne Lloyd with her four children; Devon and Savana Foth with daughter Kiersten, Danielle and Josh Bosom Worth with two sons Duncan and Declan, Michelle and Ian Crone and newest baby Sawyer, and son Darren. Also survived by stepchildren Gary Zabos and daughter Michelle and son John and wife Kristen. Kirk and Wanda with daughter Shanda and Dennis Gane with children Zobi and Sylith, son Jason, son Jessie and Kelsey with children Parker and Grayson and son Brett. Paul and Cathy with children April and Justine, Treva and Rob Savage with children Amanda and Cory Jacobson with children Anna and Finn, Natasha with son Lealand, sons Rubin and Daniel. Lynn Chomay with children Caleb and Benjamin. Marie was predeceased by her parents Bud (Seymour) and Nora Kutz, stepdaughter Kari Zabos, daughter-in-law Pat Zabos, sister Margaret Olsen, brother-in-law Clinton Nesbitt, and ex husband Ralph Barker. As per Marie’s wishes there will be no funeral. A celebration of life will take place at a later date with family and friends. The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses on third north and south at the Battlefords Union Hospital for their compassion and care. The family would especially like to thank one special nurse “Cravitz” who is now adopted as one of our family. This special person went above and beyond! Eulogy written by Wanda Buziak. In lieu of flowers, donations in Marie’s memory can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 1738 Quebec Avenue Unit 26, Saskatoon, SK S7K 1V9. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral Arrangements have been entrusted to Bob MacKay of Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

KLAASSEN: Mr. Dana Klaassen resident of Battleford, SK passed away Friday, September 20, 2019 at the age of 36 years. A Celebration of Life Service was held Saturday, September 28, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. at the Don Ross Centre with Joyce Salie officiating. Interment followed at the Mayfair Cemetery. Dana is survived by his sons Aydan & Ben; parents Chuck & Marilyn; brother Wayne (Shantel); wife Tasha; stepchildren Ashton & Katelynn; numerous aunts, uncles & cousins. He is predeceased by his grandparents Ruth & Charles Klaassen, and Glen & Doris Johnson. Memorial donations in memory of Dana may be directed to the Battlefords Humane Society Po Box 645 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Y7 For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium. CARD OF THANKS The family of Dana Klaassen wishes to sincerely thank friends, neighbours and relatives for the phone calls, cards, flowers, food and support shown to us in this very difficult time of losing Dana. A heartfelt thank you to Justin Kormish for his very special tribute to Dana. Thank you to Joyce Salie for officiating the service and Trevor Watts and staff of Eternal Memories Funeral Service and Crematorium for handling the funeral arrangements. Heartfelt thanks to Carol and Kevin Dewing of Mayfair for the preparation of the gravesite. Also, thank you to anyone who has made donations to the Battlefords Humane Society in Dana’s memory. Aydan, Ben, Chuck, Marilyn, Wayne and Shantel Klaassen.

ARCHIBALD: In loving memory of Lucille “Lucy” Denise Archibald, born December 17,1952, at Pembroke,Ontario, passed away September 12,2019 at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. She is survived by her loving husband Blair, her son Chris Mackay of Collingwood, Ont., her grandsons Cameron and Caleb Mackay, her sister Mary-Jane Blais, her Aunt Jeanne Trahan(godmother), her Uncle Romeo(Laura) Chaput(Godfather) & Aunt Antoinette(Milton) Labelle, of Pembroke, Ontario. Predeceased by her parents Loretta & Edouard Lauzon; infant son Jean-Guy Mackay; brothers Cyril, Bernard, Royal, Jean-Guy, and Denis Lauzon, and many aunts and uncles. In her adult work life she had many positions as a personal caregiver for pre-school children, usually combined with housekeeping duties. She also held housekeeping jobs at hotels in Kingston, Ottawa, and North Battleford. She met Blair in the fall of 2004 while they were both doing volunteer work at the Battlefords Union Hospital. They married in 2005 at Victoria B.C. Besides being a loving, caring, and supportive wife, she worked with the Carousel Bingo’s food services and as the janitor for the NBCK Band Hall. She also was a Pallatiative Care spiritual volunteer at the hospital and a pastor’s assistant at Zion Lutheran Church. She loved having pet dogs; growing outside flowers at places she lived; cooking, especially French dishes; reading mystery novels; playing cards, bingo, and Scrabble; bird watching. Lucy was very proud of her Francophone heritage, keeping a promise to her mother to keep speaking French. A memorial service for Lucy was held at St.Paul’s Anglican Church, North Battleford on September 19, 2019 with Rev. Trevor Malyon presiding. Music ministry was provided by organist & pianist Kathy Watson with the Anglican Church choir; Flugelhorn solo by Jack Tatchell. The family wishes to thank everyone who offered cards, flowers, food and other expressions of sympathy. Memorial donations can be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Saskatchewan, 1738 Quebec Ave., Saskatoon, Sask. S7K 1V9 or to The Battlefords Humane Society, 751 - 114th St., North Battleford, Sask. S9A 2M7. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Martens Warman Funeral Home, Warman, Sask. __________________________________________________

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KULYK: Mr. Allen Kulyk resident of Hafford, SK passed away at the Royal University Hospital at the age of 69 years. A Celebration of Life Service was held Friday, September 20, 2019 at 2:00 p.m. from the Western Development Museum with Reverend Janice Trost officiating. Interment will be held at a later date at the Town of Battleford Cemetery. Left to cherish his precious memory: Wife: Hazel Kulyk Siblings: Lorne Kulyk-Chuck (Paula) Zadko, Paige Zadko, Brandon, Keagan, Casandra Horrell; Glenn (Pam) Kulyk; Children: Claudette (Paul) Lacey, Jim Ruda; Grandchildren: Christine (Dallas) Hanson, David Lacey, Micheal Ruda, Tammara Ruda (Mitch Blair); Great-grandchildren: Piper & Joey Hanson, Hayden & Xavier Blair Along with Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews & Cousins; Allen’s family that are now reunited in the heavens above: Parents: Joe & Jean Kulyk; Children: Jason Ruda; Grandparents: Thomas & Olena Kulyk, John & Anne Luchkiw. Memorial donations in memory of Mr. Allan Kulyk may be directed to Wounded Warriors Canada #1900 – 1500 West Georgia Street Vancouver, BC V6G 2Z6 or Canadian Cancer Society 1910 McIntyre Street Regina, SK S4P 2R3 For those wishing to leave a condolence you may do so at www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Trevor Watts of Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium.

GURAN: In Loving Memory of Mary Ann Guran (Remeshylo), born April 7, 1945 at North Battleford, SK., passed away September 6, 2019 in North Battleford, SK. Left to cherish her memory are her brother David & his wife Natalie; nieces Rae Ann Remeshylo and her husband Brian Barclay and their daughters Brianna & Madalin; Debra Remeshylo and her husband Tim Lindsay; her dear friend Wilbert Lamb; numerous cousins and close friends. She was predeceased by her parents John and Anne Remeshylo and her faithful canine companion Buffy. Service Of Thanksgiving was held on Saturday, September 14, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at Battleford United Church, Battleford, SK with Rev. Dexter van Dyke officiating. Eulogy was given by Rae Ann Remeshylo Barclay and Debra Remeshylo. Shared Memories were given by Gordon Hildebrand. Music Ministry: Pianist - In the Bulb There is a Flower - Ilene Wettergreen; CD Selections: Amazing Grace Elvis Presley & Old Rugged Cross - Alan Jackson. Honorary Pallbearers were Dennis Remeshylo, Randy Anthofer, Homer Corbeil, Tim Lindsay, Brian Barclay and Gordon Hildebrand. Memorials are requested to Battlefords Union Hospital Foundation, Box 1358, North Battleford, SK S9A 3L8, Wheelchair Sports, 510 Cynthia Street, Saskatoon, SK S7L 7K7 or to STARS , 570-1141 Aviation PK NE, Calgary, AB T2E 9Z9. Interment was at Garden of Christus - Woodlawn Memorial Gardens, North Battleford, SK. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200).

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Regional News-Optimist OBITUARIES SCHMIDT: Anton Paul (Tony) Schmidt, born July 9, 1932 in the Macklin district, passed away on Friday, September 13, 2019 in North Battleford, SK. Tony is survived by his wife of 62 Ω years Sally (Davies), his sons Leonard and Leon (Carey), his daughter Lea and granddaughters Kaley & Jesse, and grandson Jared. Also left to remember Tony are his siblings Gus (Helga) Schmidt, Mary (Horace) Mazurek, Betty Robertson, Paul (Millie) Schmidt, Minard Schmidt, John (Barbara) Schmidt, sisters-in-law Shirley Schmidt, Sandy Schmidt & Susan Schmidt as well as in-laws Peggy Donison, Stan (Helen) Davies, Dorothy Davies, Bev Bailey, Sharon (Edward) Heilman, and numerous nieces and nephews. Tony is predeceased by his daughter Leona Schmidt, parents Simon & Veronica (Wack) Schmidt, siblings Margaret, Valentine, Ann (Nix) Ste Marie, George, Joe, Rose (Clem) Moser and Ralph, and brother-in-law Tom Robertson, as well as in-laws Roy Donison, Dave Davies, Bud Bailey, Patty Davies and nephews Gary Ste Marie & Marvin Robertson.Tony was the fourth child in a family of fourteen; in 1935 his family moved north, finally settling in the Fairholme area just south of Turtle Lake. When his Dad went partially blind Tony had to learn to drive. He was fourteen years old, and so short he couldn’t reach the clutch on the 1941 Chev one ton truck, so he shifted gears by revving up the motor. When he took his driver’s test, the officer asked him to teach him how to do that! Tony worked on threshing crews around the district, cut cord wood with his sister in the winter, helped milk the cows so they could ship cream, and cut blocks of ice on Turtle Lake to keep the ice house cold in summer. In 1951, he left home to work in the Cloan district, for Walter Gendall, who farmed the land that the “Big Rock” was on. Tony would sit on the rock to eat his lunch. He met his future bride Sally while working there, and January 31, 1957 they were married in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta. Their honeymoon was a one night stay in a sleazy hotel room, as the “elite” hotel wouldn’t sell them a celebration drink, as Sally was too young. Tony worked in lumber camps for that first winter and they returned to Saskatchewan in the spring, where he got a job as “second man” at the Pool elevator in Rockhaven under Joe Rymal. They welcomed their first son, Leonard, during this time. When that job was terminated, they moved to Cut Knife where he worked at Wetlaufer’s Garage as a mechanic. Then their first daughter, Leona, came along. Tony then started tech school in Saskatoon & Moose Jaw, obtaining his journeyman’s mechanics license in 1963. After moving to North Battleford he drove truck for Lister’s Transport before joining the staff at Victory Motors. Their second son, Leon, was born in 1964. In 1967 he bought into Risling’s Royalite service station, operating for three years. During this time Tony & Sally bought a cabin & boat at Cochin Beach, enjoying fishing, water skiing, etc. In 1970 Royalite Oil sold out to Gulf Oil and changed operators at the Royalite, so Tony moved across the highway and rented the Shell station, operating as “Tony’s Shell Service” for four years. During the years at both service stations, Sally worked alongside Tony. When Shell Oil sold the service station, Tony bought Sally’s Mom & Dad’s family farm in the Rockhaven area, where they’ve farmed for 46 years. In 1979 Tony & Sally went on their honeymoon to B.C. and along the way became pregnant with their second daughter, Lea. They said they forgot what caused it! Tony liked hunting, he was in on many moose hunts at Moose Country Service, and in his younger years could shoot with great accuracy. He enjoyed doing his own mechanic work, and liked improvising specialized tools to help make the job easier, he was always tinkering away at something! Tony really enjoyed telling his stories (sometimes more than once), curling, golfing and planting & harvesting his crops. In the 1980’s Tony played slow pitch on the Drummond Creek team with his children Leonard, Leona & Leon. In the 1990’s he welcomed the addition of 3 grandchildren, Kaley, Jesse and Jared. He spent hours walking fussy babies and has made them laugh for years. Tony truly enjoyed attending all his granddaughters’ fastball & grandson’s baseball & hockey games. In later years he enjoyed going for a drive, and kept himself busy hauling grain, baling, rock picking and harrowing. Tony loved his animals, often regaling anyone who would listen with stories of every horse & dog he ever had. Tony & Sally celebrated their 62nd Anniversary last January, and Tony’s 87th birthday this July with his favourite meal: hot dogs. Tony was good at everything he did, and was out-standing in his field . . . a lot! Tony was a son, brother, husband, father, grandfather and uncle and it was with grace and honour that he filled all those roles. Tony was a good man, a kind man with a gentle soul. He was also a patient and very stubborn man as well. He will be greatly missed by his family and all that knew him. Family & friends celebrated Tony’s life on Saturday, September 21, 2019 at St. Vital Roman Catholic Church in Battleford. Interment took place at the Town of Battleford Cemetery following the service. Condolences can be sent to www.eternalmemoriesfuneral.ca Arrangements were entrusted to Battlefords Funeral Service (306-446-4200). Card of Thanks Sincere thanks to the Battlefords Union Hospital staff for the care they provided in his last days, and Dr. Holtzhausen & staff for Tony’s general care. Thank you to everyone who gave us rides, food, flowers, cards, hugs and prayers. Thanks to our awesome neighbors for handling our crops. Thank you to Bob MacKay and the staff at Battlefords Funeral Service & Eternal Memories, Father Sebastian Kunnath, the staff at St. Vital Church, Joan Harrison & the Choir, the CWL for preparing the lunch and all who participated in the service. Special thanks to Leonard & Lea for the exceptional care they gave their Dad at home, without their help & organization things would have been different.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN THE ESTATE of ALLAN WALTER RANGE, late of Livelong, 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 14th day of November, 2019. Demmans Baldwin Friedman Frank Barristers & Solicitors 201, 1291 - 102nd Street Box 905 North Battleford, SK S9A 2Z3 Solicitors for the Estate of Allan Walter Range

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SECOND:- SW Sec 26 Twp 49 Rge 25 W. 3rd Mer., Extension 8 as described on Certiﬁcate of Title 93B03860, description 8 - located in the R.M. of Wilton #472 - Approximately 80 acres total with 70 acres cultivated and 10 acres of ravine to gully. - 70 acres seeded to wheat in 2019. - Beautiful view of Gully. - Surface Lease revenue $2,800.00 per year (1 Rife well) - 2019 Property Taxes $512.70. This land is located on Highway 303. From Lloydminster, Saskatchewan it is 27 kilometres East on Highway 303. From the Junction of Highway 303 and Highway 21 it is located 18 kilometres West on Highway 303. Tenders may be submitted for one or both parcels, and Tender Bids MUST SPECIFY a Price Allocation per parcel. The purchase price submitted shall be subject to GST, if applicable, and the balance of the purchase price is to be paid on or before November 29, 2019 being the closing date. If the successful tenderer does not complete the purchase after acceptance of his/her tender, the deposit will be forfeited. The highest or any tender not necessarily accepted. Deposits of unsuccessful tenderers will be returned to them. There will be no adjustments for surface lease income received in 2019. For further particulars and details phone Brenda Coolidge 306-821-0360 or Kimberly Glover at 780-808-3408 (PHONE CALLS ONLY - NO TEXT MESSAGES).

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SW12-47-15w3 156 CANOLA SE12-47-15w3 148 CANOLA NE36-46-15w3 143 CANOLA NE34-46-14w3 72 LENTILS SE34-46-14w3 127 LENTILS NW35-46-14w3 139 CANOLA NE35-46-14w3 94 CANOLA SW14-46-14w3 80 WHEAT SE14-46-14w3 100 WHEAT NW11-46-14w3 115 CANOLA EAST ½ 17-46-14w3 141 CANOLA Land is available for the 2020 Crop Year Tenders Close October 20, 2019 For more information please contact: LARRY - CELL: 306-441-6710 HOME: 306-445-9630

FIRST:- NW Sec 26 Twp 49 Rge 25 W. 3rd Mer., Extension 0 as described on Certiﬁcate of Title 88B02124 - located in the R.M. of Wilton #472 - Approximately 149 acres total with 130 acres cultivated and 19 acres of ravine with water running to gully. - 100 acres seeded to canola and 30 acres seeded to wheat in 2019. - Surface Lease revenue $8,640.00 per year (2 Husky wells and 1 Rife well) - 2019 Property Taxes $1,110.50.

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The following lands shall be sold by tender all located in RM of Senlac: 1. NW Sec 33 Twp 41 Rge 26 W3 Assessment $76,000 120 acres cultivated grass 38 acres waste slough bush Dugout year-round water, gas well removed, had been farmed 2. NW Sec 28 Twp 41 Rge 26 W3 Assessment $56,400 152 acres Pasture Buildings, Sloughs throughout, all grass, power, phone lines, wellsite

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Due to actions taken by the City of North Battleford Vista Towing will no longer be moving our main office to 10706 Industrial Ave. Our Company will continue operations at 542 - 18th Street Battleford. Consequently this property is for sale or long term lease. New 3,080 sq. ft. building 2,024 ft. Shop area; 3 12x14 OH Doors; 1 14x14 OH Door; Power Openers. All LED Lighting; 1,056 sq. ft. office area; 1,056 sq. ft. 2 bed 2 bath open concept suite on 2nd floor. Contact Dave Washburn @ 306-445-2372

3. Ptn. SE 33-41-26-3 Assessment $60,200 67 acres cultivated grass 78 acres pasture 5 acres waste slough bush 4. SW 33-41-26-3 Assessment $54,000 47 acres cultivated grass 112 acres pasture 5. NW 4-42-26-3 Assessment $59,800 92 acres pasture 20 acres native grass 47 acres cultivated grass Adjacent to creek

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Assessed Value based on Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency as of September 12, 2019 Conditions of Sale: 1. Highest or any bid not necessarily accepted; 2. Successful bidder to provide a 10% non-refundable deposit by certified cheque, money order, bank draft, or solicitor's trust cheque within 5 days of notice of bid acceptance. 3. Seller would like to sell in two parcels with parcels 1 to 4 as Parcel A and parcel 5 as Parcel B. Purchaser can bid on individual parcels or Parcel A or Parcel B or both Parcels A and B. 4. Possession January 15, 2020. ALL TENDERS to be submitted on or before NOON on November 15, 2019 in sealed envelopes marked "Lysgaard Land Tenders" addressed to: Riou Law Office P.O. Box 1900, 210 Main Street Unity, SK S0K 4L0 Phone: (306) 228-3778 For additional information call Dennis Lane at 306-823-4369 or 306-823-3618. FOR SALE - MISCELLANEOUS

St.Vital Church Fall Supper. Starting at 5:00PM at the Alex Dillabough Centre. Turkey and meatball supper! for takeouts all 306-937-6215 between 2-4PM on Oct, 20.

Wednesday October 23, 2019

Time for Tots, Starting at 10:45AM at the North Battleford Library, For ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger plays.

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Book Sale.We’re having our annual autumn book sale, in the lobby of the Library! Thursday Oct, 24 until Saturday oct, 26. 10:30am-6:00pm. Come find old and new treasures, do your christmas shopping and donate to the library programming and services!

Friday October 25, 2019

Tales and More. Starting at 10:45AM at the North Battleford Library, Enjoy thematic story time inspired by STREAM (science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Math) Activities. Ages 4-8.

Friday October 25, 2019

Alcoholics Anonymous

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

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

Thursday October 10, 2019

Salsa Social Club. North Battleford Legion (upstairs) 7:15 pm 9:30 pm $2/ person Salsa lesson to start, social to follow.

Friday October 11, 2019

Tales and More. Starting at 10:45AM at the North Battleford Library, Enjoy thematic story time inspired by STREAM (science, Technology, Reading, Engineering,Art and Math) Activities.Ages 4-8.

Wednesday October 16, 2019

Time for Tots, Starting at 10:45AM at the North Battleford Library, For ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger play.

Wednesday October 16, 2019

Saturday October 26, 2019

We’re having our annual autumn book sale, in the lobby of the library! Thursday, October 24th until Saturday, October 26th, 10:30am-6pm. Come find old and new treasures, do your Christmas shopping, and donate to the library programming and services!

Saturday October 26, 2019

Kids Halloween Party. Come in costume and get ready for a spooky good time! Storytime, crafts, games, and of course, a costume parade throughout the library! Ages 5-10. Begins 2pm.

Saturday October 26, 2019

Topline Social Dance Club will be hosting a dance at The Royal Canadian Legion Hall, 1352 100th street in North Battleford at 8:00pm to 12:00am, lunch served. Leon Ochs as entertainment for the night, minimum age of 19, dress casual. For more information please contact Sharon at (306) 446-0446, Leela at (306) 445-7240 or Jean at (306) 445-8815.

Monday October 28, 2019

Third Avenue United Church will hold a one day conference on “Building Resiliency in Families.” Assisting families in providing positive support as children develop personally, socially, culturally and spiritually. Meeting 9:00a.m. - 4:00p.m. Lunch provided. Deadline for registration: October 28, 2019.

Monday October 28, 2019

Adult Book Club. Join us for a discussion of The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn. Copies of the book will be available at the library. Begins at 7pm.

Wednesday, October 30, 2019

Travel Talk: South Africa. Starts at 7:00PM at the North Battleford Library, join us for a travel talk by Don Mackinnon.As he discusses his time in South Africa. Begins 7:00PM, all welcome. Refreshments to follow presentation.

Time for Tots. For ages 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. Come and enjoy 30 minutes of simple stories, rhymes and finger plays.

Makerspace Play Date, Starting at 4:00PM at the North Battleford Library.Think & play with STEM and STEAM activities; build robots, create video games, explore circuits and more! All materials provided. Ages 5-12.

Express Escape Room.Witches have put a spell on you! Follow the clues to unlock the boxes and break the spell! This escape room is only 30 minutes in length. Groups of 2-5 must register beforehand by calling the library at 306-445-3206. Sessions go from 5pm til 8pm. Ages 13+.

Tales and More. Starting at 10:45AM at the North Battleford Library. Enjoy thematic story times inspired my STREAM (science, Technology, Reading, Engineering,Art and Math) Activities.Ages 4-8.

Makerspace Play Date.Think & play with STEM and STEAM activities; build robots, create video games, explore circuits and more! All materials provided. Ages 5-12.

Thursday October 17, 2019

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Thursday, October 31, 2019

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‘A Real Good Citizen’ – Emma Brown of Asquith’s Arlington Miss Emma Brown, the owner of the Arlington Hotel in Asquith from 1912 until 1947, was 47 years old when she arrived in Asquith in 1910. She was born in London, England, in 1863 and may have spent some time in Colorado before coming to Canada. I wish I knew more about her life before she arrived in Saskatchewan, but I can only tell you some of her story from the last years of her life. Emma Brown worked as a chambermaid at the Arlington Hotel before buying the hotel in 1912 and operating it on her own for the next 35 years. In 1911, she survived a terrible explosion at the Arlington, the result of the acetylene tank igniting in the hotel’s basement lighting plant. A year later, Miss Brown became the proprietress of the Arlington Hotel. The three-storey, wood-frame structure had been built by Andrew Lunn in 1906 and doubled in size in 1907, giving it 60 rooms. The Arlington had a laundry, a barroom, a barbershop, and a four-table poolroom. It was unusual for a woman to own a hotel in Saskatchewan, especially a hotel with a bar that women weren’t allowed to enter until 1960. But Emma Brown had a stellar reputation and soon became known throughout the district as a woman of immense kindness. Many tributes were paid to her throughout her years in Asquith. On March 2, 1939, nearly 100 women of Asquith and area held a surprise birthday party for her, presenting her with flowers and gifts. Travelling salesmen from Toronto sent Emma a Christmas gift in 1945, remembering how she always left a light on in the lobby during the days when travellers came

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Miss Brown’s birthday party, March 2, 1939. Source: The Asquith Record

Emma Brown, c1955. Source: The Asquith Record [This is the only photo I could find of her!]

and went at all hours. Young hockey players from Saskatoon once gave her a bouquet of roses, thanking her for her kindness during their stay at her hotel. Every year, Emma Brown hosted fundraisers for various charities at the Arlington Hotel, bearing all expenses for these events herself. During the Depression, Emma Brown fed and looked after many homeless men at her hotel. “It was typical of Miss Brown,” the Asquith Record (1982) notes, “that when pressed to notify police of a break-in at her hotel one night, she said, ‘He committed no crime. He was hungry and he only took what I would have given him gladly had he asked for it.’” On July 11, 1946, Emma Brown, now 83 years old, was fined $25 or one hour in jail on a charge that she had failed to make an income tax return in 1944.

Outraged, Miss Brown refused to pay the fine and spent the hour in jail. During her hearing, according to the Star-Phoenix, she told the magistrate she felt she was being persecuted. She was “an old woman doing her best to keep the hotel running, most of the time without any help. She had kept the hotel open during the depression with the aid of $10,000 she had received from [family in] England. When she had any money available now, she used it to send food to [her family in] that country. … Despite her age she worked 18 to 20 hours a day and she thought she should be left alone to carry on.” Two days later, a letter appeared in the newspaper expressing contempt for the income tax authorities who ordered the prosecution of Emma Brown. “We could quote many and instance of a man who will always remember Miss Brown

for her kindness, and her reward is prosecution and conviction,” wrote Gerald Dealtry of Saskatoon. “If the authorities have a spark of decency left, … they will at once express to Miss Brown their appreciation of her actions as a real good citizen, and apologize for their petty, picayune, and mean action.” This incident may have precipitated Emma Brown’s retirement from the hotel business. In 1947, she sold the Arlington Hotel to Leonard Reichert and moved to Saskatoon where she died on Oct. 10, 1956 at the age of 93. Reichert worked for months extensively renovating the old hotel, renaming it the Asquith Hotel before reopening it in 1948. It was scaled down to about half its original size and still stands at 615 Main Street in Asquith, 40 kilometres west of Saskatoon.

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