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Although they have no funding for the meals and it is supported mainly by community donation, they plan to continue with the program. April 5, they held their first community supper and 88 people showed up. See Page 6 for more.

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CITY Box 460 • 1291 - 101st Street 6 North Battleford, SK • S9A 2Y

cityofnb.ca 306-445-1700

NEXT CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, April 13 at 8 p.m. Council meetings are open to the public.

Leisure Services es, Open Spac ces, Active Pla es c a F g n li i m S

STAY UP TO DATE on the latest CITY NEWS! Attention Security System Owners and Monitoring Companies The City has introduced a new False Alarm Bylaw designed to minimize costly RCMP responses to false alarm dispatches. Security system owners are encouraged to know their systems to prevent accidental activation. For more about this bylaw and how it may affect you, find it on the City home page www.cityofnb.ca entitled False Alarm Bylaw No. 1993 – DRAFT or contact the City Clerk at 306-445-1719.

Find us on Facebook: City of North Battleford (Official) us on late st@citynb Follow on theTwitter:

Is there a FIRE within YOU? Get great training and make money part-time as a volunteer firefighter with the North Battleford Fire Department!

Join an ELITE TEAM that makes a difference every day! E-mail aheadrick@cityofnb.ca to learn how you can get training at our cost, learn new skills, make money working part-time right here in North Battleford.

Battlefords CO-OP Aquatic Centre ★ NationsWEST Field House ★ Sport Fields ★ Allen Sapp Gallery ★ The Chapel Gallery ★ Civic Centre & Don Ross Arena ★ Don Ross Centre ★ Walking Trails 400 m Outdoor Track ★ Finlayson Island Trail Adventure

The Chapel Gallery is located at 891 - 99th St., North Battleford (306) 445-1760

The Chapel Gallery Presents

SALSA Workshop

Tuesday, Apr. 21 7 – 8:30 p.m. $30 plus GST

No previous experience is necessary. To register, call 306 445-1760 or e-mail sapp2@accesscomm.ca

Salsa is a partner dance but you do not need to register in pairs. Instructor: Carmen Gonza Danza Morena Latin Dance Academy Saskatoon, SK

Watercolour With Jan Layh

Friday, Apr. 17•6 – 9 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 18•9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Don Ross Centre craft room (Door #2 and down the stairs)

This hands-on workshop focuses on basic watercolour techniques and delves into a variety of possibilities offered by the water colour medium.

Cost: $180 + GST Minimum of 10 participants. Register by Friday, Apr. 14

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

Photoshop Elements

WITH DEAN BAUCHE

Friday, Apr. 17 • 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Apr. 18 • 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

This workshop will introduce participants to basic operations of Photoshop and will allow you to discover techniques in creating and manipulating your art through digital photography.

Cost: $160 + GST Minimum of 10 participants. Register by Apr. 14.

......and tons and tons of programs, parks & activities!!

Check us out: www:cityofnb.ca • Book a facility: centralbooking@cityofnb.ca or (306) 445-1755

Programs

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Registration is now on for the following classes: MONDAY 11 a.m. Chair Yoga 12:10 p.m. Pilates 5:30 p.m. TBC 5:30 p.m. Yoga TUESDAY 9:15 a.m. Stretch & Strengthen 7 p.m. Meditation WEDNESDAY 12:10 p.m. Pilates 2 p.m. Gentle Yoga 5:30 p.m. Yoga 7 p.m. Yoga 7 p.m. Belly Dance THURSDAY 7:15 p.m. Barre Fit FRIDAY 9:30 a.m. Stroller Boot Camp 5:30 p.m. Yoga LEARN TO FENCE CLINIC: April 18th 1 – 3:30p.m. Equipment is provided Under 18 $10.00 • 18 + $20.00 YOUTH CLASSES: Tennis Lessons: Mondays April 13th – June 1st Red Cross Babysitting Class: May 2nd & 3rd To register or for more information call 306 445- 1755 or 306 445- 1790.

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Call 306-445-1790, email Nationswest@cityofnb.ca, or visit us in person for more information or to register!

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Tumbling Tots & Track NEW SESSION APRIL 14!

Twice a week for a six-week set Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 – 11 a.m. Ages 2 - 6 Cost: $75 (adult and one child) $25 per extra child OR $37.50 once a week (adult and one child) $12.50 per extra child Bring your KIDS for Supervised play and snack time HIT THE TRACK for a BOOTY-BUSTING Cardio and weights workout! Call (306) 445-1790, e-mail nationswest@cityofnb.ca, or visit us for more info or to register!

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Get artistic with DANCE Mondays 10 - 11 a.m. Apri. 13 - May 11 (5 Weeks) $40/child Ages 2 - 6 Dance for 40 minutes followed by snack and story time.

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FREE LEISURE SWIM! April 6, 7, 8!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Red Cross

Day of Pink

We have donated all $320 of proceeds to the Red Cross for their anti-bullying efforts!

STAY SAFE! STAY OFF THE ICE!

With the return of warm weather, ice on lakes and rivers is starting to melt. And ice on bodies of water doesn’t melt evenly. There can be dangerously-thin spots. The Lifesaving Society advises that no-one should be on ice less than 7 cm thick.

So, this spring, stay safe and stay off the ice.

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Façade improvement grants available in 2015 By John Cairns Staff Reporter

RCMP Support Lighthouse Proceeds from the 2015 RCMP Ball Regimental Ball and Silent Action were recently presented to the Lighthouse. In the photo are Heather Leask, ball organizer, Insp. John Sutherland and Gail Feser, ball organizer, presenting a cheque for $1,680 to Caitlin Glencross, Lighthouse supervisor. Photo submitted

Development and servicing agreement with Kramer passed in Battleford

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Mon: Tue: Wed: Thu: Fri: Sat: Sun:

UNITY SPRING SHOW

Saturday, April 18 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Community Centre Curling Rink

Exhibitors include: Tupperware, Scentsy, KP Gardens, Dare to Dream Photography, Jigsaw Lamps, Leather Works, Heart to Heart Cakes, Reiki for your Soul, Arbonne, South Hill Designs, Jay Lake Stitches, Discovery Toys, Peekaboo Beans, Jan’s Baking PLUS MANY MANY MORE! For more information contact unityspringshow@hotmail.com

New PatieNts welcome we accept all dental insurance plans

Easter Break Movie Thursday, April 9 ~ 3:00 pm Spring Crafts Friday, April 10 ~ 2:00 - 3:30 p.m Knitting and Crochet Club Friday, April 17 ~ 2:00 - 4:00 p.m Movie Saturday, April 18 ~ 3:00 p.m

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Staff The Town of Battleford has passed a bylaw authorizing the Town to enter into a development and servicing agreement with Kramer Ltd. for parcels of land and a road allowance within the town. The bylaw, which passed unanimously, authorized the mayor and administrator to sign, seal and execute the agreement. It also repealed the existing bylaw from 2012. According to Administrator Sheryl Ballandine, there were “too many changes” to allow for an amendment, so the decision was made to simply repeal the old agreement and sign a new one. It was explained the land had been subdivided since the signing of the old agreement, with 22 lots over and above the existing Kramer lot. Mayor Derek Mahon noted the lots are being proposed near their existing dealership; there was some talk that the lots could possibly be put up for sale. “We wish them all the best as they move forward,” Mahon said.

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The Downtown North Battleford organization has announced the return of their Façade Improvement Grants for 2015. The grant is to “encourage property owners and developers to invest in the renovation or expansion of their property, and to increase consumer and investor confidence in downtown North Battleford,” according to Lisa McEachern, executive director of the Downtown North Battleford, in a statement. Business or property owners in downtown North Battleford can make an application for the funding with the deadline being June 1, 2015. According to the application guidelines, the grant would solely be for enhancing or restoring the appearance of a street-facing façade and is not intended for general maintenance. Applicants must demonstrate to the Downtown North Battleford organization the work will clearly lead to an improved appearance for the façade. The amount of the grant is limited to half of projected expenses up to a maximum

of $2,500 per façade, and is rebated on inspection and completion of the project. Last year’s recipients of the grant were Ironclad Safety, Reis Wealth Management and Lifetime Fitness. Those who have any questions can contact the BID office at 306-481-6243 or email lisa@downtownnb. ca.

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2015 UKRAINIAN DANCE FESTIVAL APRIL 17, 18 & 19, 2015 The Dekker Centre for the Performing Arts

202 – 21st St. West, Battleford

SESSIONS:

FRIDAY APRIL 17 – 8:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. SATURDAY APRIL 18 – 8:00 A.M. 1:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M. 8:00 P.M. (Anniversary Gala Concert) SUNDAY APRIL 19 – 8:00 A.M. 1:30 P.M.

TRADITIONAL ETHNIC DISHES

Perogies, Cabbage Rolls, Sausage, Borshch

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Session Pass: $3.00 per session Gala Tickets: $20.00 (Advance tickets only from Dekker Centre Box Office) Program: $5.00

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Letter

Creative Sask. supports book publishing Dear Editor Recent news reports focused on Creative Saskatchewan have unfairly painted a negative picture of an organization that has been of great assistance to numerous creative producers in Saskatchewan, including the small book publishing company that my husband and I operate in Regina. We work in partnership with authors from Saskatchewan and other Prairie provinces to produce books about prairie people. We do not qualify for other provincial or federal funding of our work. In 2014, our mom-and-pop publishing firm received assistance from Creative Saskatchewan to help with publication of three new books. All three of those books, in addition to two other new titles that we produced in 2014, received awards at the 2014 Great Midwest Book Festival in Chicago, Ill. One of those titles quickly sold its first print

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run of 1,000 books and we gratefully received another grant from Creative Saskatchewan to assist with reprinting that title. Two new books we’ve scheduled for release in 2015 have also received production assistance. All of this is a substantial boost to our small company’s bottom line. Part of Creative Saskatchewan’s mandate is to increase the profile of Saskatchewan creative producers nationally and internationally. DriverWorks Ink has received a market and export development grant to assist us with sharing our work at trade shows, schools, libraries and other speaking events in at least 20 prairie communities by December. SaskBooks (Saskatchewan Publishers Group), as the industry association representing book publishers in the province, worked alongside SaskMusic, Saskatchewan Motion Picture Industry Association, SaskGalleries (formerly SaskArt), the Saskatchewan Craft Council and Saskatchewan Interactive Media Association in the working

group which helped build the framework for Creative Saskatchewan. As vice-president of SaskBooks, I have attended meetings with Creative Saskatchewan officials and I have first-hand knowledge of how important this armslength agency is to creative industry producers engaged in commercial activity. In 2014, support for the publishing industry in Creative Saskatchewan’s first year of operations increased from $100,000, previously provided via SaskBooks through Grants to Publishers, to more than $400,000. We wish to publicly thank Creative Saskatchewan, working through the Ministry of Parks, Culture, and Sport, for its support of our small publishing house’s ventures and those of others involved in all of the creative industries. Deana Driver DriverWorks Ink Regina

Last week’s News-Optimist online poll: Have you filed your income tax return yet? • Yes, I file as early as possible because I usually get a refund. 25% • No, I leave it as long as possible because I usually have to pay. 13% • No. Even though I usually get a refund, I put it off because it’s a pain to do. 22% • Yes. Even though I usually have to pay, I like to get it over with. 8% • Yes, but I paid someone else to do it. 13% • No, but I will pay someone else to do it. 19%

This week’s News-Optimist online poll:

Last week Destination Battlefords unveiled a new brand for the community — Everything Under the Sun. What is your opinion? • It describes the Battlefords perfectly. • It is bold and brash and will attract attention. • It raises the bar a little too high. • Sure we’ve got everything under the sun, including too much crime. • Branding doesn’t really do anything to promote a community.

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How much more does Disney want from me? That headline would read, “How much more money does George Lucas want from me?” except that he sold the Star Wars franchise to Disney and donated almost all the money to charity. That makes him pretty unassailable as a billion-dollar donor. So I guess it’s time to pick on Disney. The Magic Kingdom has been putting its recently acquired franchise to good use. Never mind the Star Wars Lego that is currently the subject of our son’s fascination. This December we will see Episode VII, also known as Star Wars: The Force Awakens. They’ve got a new animated TV show called Rebels I’ve been recording, but have not yet had time to watch. And now I see they are going to milk the old series, Episodes I through VI, yet again. It wasn’t enough to rerelease the classic 1977-83 trilogy as a “special edition,” then add three more films. Oh no. Now I have Star Wars Special Edition on VHS (and have to use my wife’s grandmother’s hand-me-down tape player to watch them). I’ve got almost the entire collection of DVDs, too, except for Episode I. No big loss there. Then a gracious wife bought me the entire collection as a box set on Blu-ray, with hours and hours of every bonus feature you can imag-

ine. They must have been looking under filing cabinets in the edit suite to find some of that. You would think that would be the end. On April 6 StarWars.com announced all six episodes will be available as digital HD downloads beginning

Friday, April 10. They’ve even scraped up a few more extras, just in case. Geez, that should make it worth the $24.99 per movie they are charging on iTunes. For the whole collection, that’s more than I’ve paid for my VHS and Blu-ray box

sets combined. And they don’t even have to produce any physical media, just a download. To quote C-3PO, “This is madness.” We’ve gotten into the habit of buying movies as a “combo pack.” That’s where you get a DVD, Blu-Ray and a digital download, usually for around $24 for a new release. The most recent acquisition was Interstellar, and I would say it was worth the price. The Blu-Ray is used for the big screen TV, the DVD gets used in the truck-mounted movie players to keep the kids happy on long trips and

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together and pay special attention during the riding season.” In 2013, there were 244 crashes in Saskatchewan involving a motorcycle, moped or power cycle, resulting in 203 injuries and six deaths. All six deaths and 177 of those injuries were motorcyclists. Road safety is everyone’s responsibility. Adopt these driving habits to help riders keep the rubber on the pavement: • Drivers - look twice and save a life. Motorcycles are small and difficult to see. Before turning left in front of traffic, look further ahead to ensure a bike isn’t trav-

elling behind an oncoming vehicle. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors and turn your head to ensure a bike isn’t in your blind spot. Increase your following distance – rear-ending a motorcyclist has far more severe consequences in most cases than rear-ending a passenger vehicle. • Motorcyclists – you’re not invincible, be visible. Bright or reflective gear will help others see you sooner. Use the proper lane positions to ensure maximum exposure. Make sure you’re wearing all the gear, all the time. It’s the law that new rid-

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the digital download can go onto an iPad for the same purpose. I don’t feel too bad spending that much when you get so much flexibility. But $24.99 for just the digital download? Of course, there are suckers (who often look like me) who would go for that. Who needs groceries this week, let’s get the iPad version of Empires Strikes Back. Some nerds might just get hooked by the new “conversations” extras. Just wait until next year, after The Force Awakens comes out. Not only are we going to have a new Star Wars movie every year, but

surely they must be mastering the 4K version of the first six movies. Better say goodbye to any bandwidth caps on your Internet connection when this one comes out. It might break the bank, or your high-speed modem. I think I’m going to have to skip this one. To deal with the no-download blues, I might have to find the instruction manual to re-assemble Spencer’s Lego X-wing. Why did he take it apart, anyhow? — Brian Zinchuk is editor of Pipeline News. He can be reached at brian. zinchuk@sasktel.net.

Bikers, they see you - do you see them? SGI

Motorcycles are out and SGI is reminding drivers and riders to share the road to keep all road users safe. SGI is also reminding riders of traffic law changes that have come into effect, stemming from safety recommendations of the Motorcycle Review Committee. “Motorcyclists are at a higher risk of injuries than those travelling in a passenger vehicle,” said Andrew Cartmell, president and CEO of SGI. “To reduce that risk, all road-users need to work

ers must have their arms and legs covered, wear handcovering gloves, ankle-covering boots and an approved 3/4, modular or full-face helmet. Also, increase your skills by completing a certified training course. To increase safety measures and reduce collisions, some new laws regarding motorcycles were implemented last year. All new riders must complete the Basic Ability Road Test (BART) or a certified training course in order to get a 6 endorsement. Riders who complete BART on or after April 1, 2015 on a bike with an en-

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“A Taste of Culture”

Art Contest

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D ifferent I ndividuals V aluing E each other R egardless of S kin I ntellect T alents or Y ears.

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Age Categories 10 - 12 yrs. 13 - 17 yrs. 18 + yrs.

SUBMIT BY: 5:00 p.m. May 15, 2015 TO: Battlefords Immigration Resource Centre 2nd floor 1102-101st Street North Battleford VIEWING: A Taste of Culture May 28, 29 and 30th JUDGES: A Taste of Culture guests during the 3 days. 1 vote/guest. WINNERS:

Will be announced Saturday during supper. 1st Place for the 3 mediums will be in local paper and receive $100. 2nd place will receive ribbons. BIRC will display 1st and 2nd place winners art work in the office for 1 year.

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Elk Ridge Resort

Executive condo located at Eagle View Villas, Elk Ridge Resort. Luxurious & spacious at 1656 sq. ft. plus developed walk-out basement. Open concept kitchen, dining and living room features natural gas fireplace. Adjoining covered deck provides additional space to entertain guests. This sought after condo is move-in ready. Comes with quality furnishings and décor, backing onto green space and evergreens. With 3 bdrms, 3 baths, open lot, large games and family room this great home has much to offer! Features attached garage with direct entry and walk-out patio. Includes all appliances, central air conditioning, water softener and window treatments. Elk Ridge is a four season resort approx. 5 minutes from Prince Albert National Park, features a 27 hole championship golf course, resort hotel with spa, pool and fine dining. Call Donna Ray on this executive listing. MLS®528629.

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Lighthouse ‘amazed’ by community support By Jayne Foster Staff Reporter

“We’re really excited to be here and can’t say enough about the community’s support,” says the supervisor of The Lighthouse in the Battlefords. “The community here is amazing.” Caitlin Glencross was speaking to Battleford Town Council Monday where she praised the support of the community for the new 24hour emergency shelter that opened in North Battleford Jan. 26 under the auspices of The Lighthouse in Saskatoon.

Giving an overview of the centre’s operation to council members, Glencross said the shelter at 962-102nd Street is averaging 15 to 20 people per night and 40 to 50 at each of the three meals a day they serve. The meals are available to anyone who walks in, not just those who are staying at the shelter, said Glencross. “This isn’t something we intended to to do,” she said, “but something we noticed is a need for in this area because no other agency in this area does three meals a day.” She said there is a huge need.

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“We’ve seen families come in you can tell it’s been a while since they had a hot meal.” Although they have no funding for the meals and it is supported mainly by community donation, they plan to continue with the program. On April 5, they held their first community supper, she said, and 88 people showed up. Donations from the community included 25 pies baked by the emergency department of Battlefords Union Hospital. In addition to providing meals and shelter for the homeless, The Lighthouse also takes in intoxicated individuals, working closely with the RCMP, said Glencross. “If someone is non-violent, a safer option is for them to come stay with us rather than be in cells,” she said. “Cells shouldn’t be a place just to house somebody. Although the centre has just started up, its 14 staff members are moving forward with new services. There are Alcoholics Anonymous groups twice a month, and they hope by next month they will be weekly. They also have a Narcotics Anonymous group once a month. They are also working on renovating the basement, said Glencross, in order to run a type of recovery program to help people deal with the barriers in their lives that are not allowing

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Caitlin Glencross, supervisor of The Lighthouse, visited Battleford Town Hall Monday where she outlined the operation of the emergency shelter to council members, including Mayor Derek Mahon. Below, left to right, Town Administrator Sheryl Ballendine and Councillors Gordon Yarde, Shelly Boutin-Gervais and David George during the presentation. Photos by Jayne Foster

them to move forward. “They can come to a safe place, have meals and be going to programming, but be able to go forward,” said Glencross. “Those are people who have to be sober. So we are still going to have the emergency shelter, but looking at having this more intensive program.” On the main floor, there are beds for 36 people and dining room for 60. But, she said, they would never turn anyone away. “At no point does The Lighthouse say, ‘This isn’t an option for you,’” said Glencross. “We’re a last resort.” It takes a lot to get removed, she said, referring mainly to violence. They do help people find housing and have had success stories, she said. Offering an example, she talked of one gentleman who came to them from a violent home. He wasn’t working at the time, but was capable of working, so they encouraged him, helped him with his resumé, and within four days he was going out on interviews. He now has a job and his own home. “It’s amazing what you can do when you meet someone’s first basic need of shelter, a safe place and three meals a day,” said Glencross. She noted, “There are success stories like that, and then there’s people we’ll be working with forever.” It’s hard when people are struggling with mental health and addictions, she said. “It has to be their choice.” There are people who have struggled with chronic homelessness because of their addiction issues, she said. “But there are supports in the community, such as Mental Health and Addic-

tions, getting people into treatment, doing things like that.” Glencross indicated homelessness is more of an issue than it may appear, especially since the community’s last permanent shelter was shut down when the Salvation Army left in the 1980s. “There has been no documentation of the issues of homelessness in this area for a very long time,” she said, “so we are starting to uncover that and we’ve been keeping very close stats.” She added, “The government was very shocked by the stats.” It’s been an unidentified problem in this area, she said. “Fortunately we’ve got a lot of community support so we’re hoping to continue to tackle it,” she said. “We’ve just opened, but we’d like to move down the road to things like supported living like we have in Saskatoon.” Glencross said it wasn’t easy to get started in the Battlefords. “Thanks to BATC [funding], that finally got us here,” she said. Battlefords Agency Tribal Chiefs wanted The Lighthouse here, she said. “They said, ‘You are helping our people, we want you here,” Glencross said. There was money last year from the federal government’s Rural and Homelessness Partnering Strategy, but this year that grant went to the shelter that shut down at the end of March, so The Lighthouse will apply for next year. Glencross also hopes funding will eventually come from the Prairie North Health Region for the nurse practitioner who will be visiting twice a month and for the detox program.

“Things like that come with time,” she said. “We have to establish those relationships with people in the community and the question is always is it in the budget to do it.” Some funding also comes to them through Social Services, as individuals on assistance pay room and board at the centre. The centre has been generously supported by donations from the community so far, said Glencross. She needs only to post on their Facebook site that something is needed and someone arrives at their door. Their biggest need right now is donations of food, since there is no funding for their meal program. “We hope down the road there will be some recognition from the government, but right now its funded by people who stay with us.” They have been given all the clothing they need so far. “We’re packed to the brim, people have been so generous,” she said. Glencross said, “Right now we are just identifying what the needs are in the community and trying to meet those needs. Lighthouse has kind of been famous for that. We just say we’re gonna do it … and funding comes. Glencross, who has a degree in criminal justice, comes to the Battlefords from The Lighthouse in Saskatoon, where she worked in every department there. “I also volunteered with Salvation Army for a long time, so homelessness is something I am really passionate about,” said Glencross. “We just want to help the community, we’re here to fill those gaps and we have seen some success with the people we’ve had so far.”

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Name the Puppy Contest winners announced Staff INNISFAIL, Alta. – Jaidyn Danilkewich of Meadow Lake had a hand in naming one of the 13 puppies born at the RCMP Police Dog Service Training

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Business robbed at knifepoint SHELL LAKE — A business in the village of Shell Lake was robbed at knifepoint at about 2 a.m. Monday, with the robber making off with cash, alcohol and cigarettes. Spiritwood RCMP say the perpetrator fled in an unknown direction in a vehicle stolen from the business site. The lone adult employee did not

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the puppy they named, a plush German Shepherd toy dog named Justice and an RCMP cap. The other winning entries are: • Haley: Ataya Wolki (Inuvik, N.W.T.) • Hammer: Summer Snooks (Fort McMurray, Alta.) • Hannah: Anya Lera

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Rivers’ Edge Quilters had a regular monthly meeting March 13. There will be no meeting in April so the next one will be on May 1. This is an important meeting because members will be electing new officers for the club executive. If you want to be included on the nomination listings please contact Carol Johnson or Darlene Hiltz. The club had two successful classes. “Twisted Hearts” taught how to use the little twister tool. Members also learned at a “quilt-as-you-go log cabin” workshop. Both were well attended and thank you to Darlene and Pat for showing us the techniques. Some upcoming events are the Spring Mini Marathon April 23, 24 and 25. There will be a garage sale at the marathon so bring your unwanted and unused quilting related items. The windup supper is on May 21. Last year Carol Johnson issued us a challenge to bring a

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30 months for high speed chase and standoff By John Cairns Staff Reporter

Gabriel Poundmaker has been sentenced to a 30-month jail sentence in connection to the high speed chase and police standoff incidents that took place during January. Poundmaker appeared in provincial court in North Battleford Wednesday before Judge David Kaiser. The most serious charges stemmed from the incident Jan. 14 in which Poundmaker led police on a highspeed chase through the streets of North Battleford. He received 24 months, concurrent, on the charges of flight from police and of assaulting a police officer

with a weapon (imitation firearm). He also received six months for possession of a weapon dangerous to the public and possessing a weapon while prohibited in connection to the police standoff incident from Jan. 22. He also receives one month concurrent from a breach charge. Poundmaker was credited with 116 days remand time calculated on a 1.5-to1 basis. In addition Poundmaker was assessed $700 victims’ surcharges and a lifetime firearms prohibition. He was already under a 10year firearms prohibition. No DNA order was made as one had already been pro-

vided by a previous conviction. The recommendation from the judge is for Poundmaker to serve his time in Quebec, where he has family connections and where it is believed he has the best chance for rehabilitation. A number of family members from Poundmaker First Nation were in court Wednesday as well. The sentence proposed resulted from a joint submission from the Crown and defence, the only difference being the Crown’s submission that remand time be credited at 1-to-1 instead of at 1.5. A presentence report and also a psychological report had been submitted as well. The 30-month sen-

tence is in the lower end of the range for these types of offences. The early guilty plea and prompt resolution of the case without a trial were cited by counsel as among the mitigating factors. Just before sentence was imposed by Kaiser, Poundmaker offered an apology. “[I] would like to apologize for my actions,” he said. “I was on all kinds of drugs and stuff and was not in the right state of mind.” Poundmaker also expressed his hope to “start my healing process.” In imposing sentence, Judge Kaiser singled out the Jan. 14 incident in particular as “extremely serious.” Poundmaker’s actions

Additional count in drunk driving case Staff An additional charge has been laid in connection to a fatal crash on Highway 4 north of North Battleford on the morning of Dec. 10,

2014. Randy Bodnarchuk already faces charges of impaired driving causing death and blood alcohol exceeding the legal limit causing death, in connection to

that incident in which a 54year old woman was killed. In court Wednesday, counsel indicated new information has been filed in the case, which includes an additional count, a charge

of dangerous driving causing death, under s.249 of the Criminal Code. The case has been adjourned to May 13 at 10 a.m. in provincial court.

“put the lives of many people at risk and in particular children,” the judge said. As for the standoff incident Jan. 22 he noted the impact and stress on the police, and the potential for a much worse outcome to the tense situation. “This would have been sad indeed if one of these officers shot and killed Mr. Poundmaker,” said Kaiser. The sentencing brings a conclusion to a case that rocked North Battleford residents during the month of January. According to the facts outlined in court, police attempted to initiate a vehicle stop of a black Dodge Charger near Fisher’s Drugs on 100th Street on the afternoon of Jan. 14. Instead, Poundmaker, who had just been released from jail, took off in the vehicle and led police on a high-speed chase through several streets in North Battleford, with speeds of 100

Three men fined for unlawful hunting Staff Three North Battlefordarea men have been fined $5,880 for unlawfully hunting elk in the Biggar area. Lawrence Lee Meechance, Neal Meechance and Gerald Meechance, all of Red Pheasant First Nation, are guilty of one count each of unlawful hunting under The Saskatchewan Wildlife Act and Regulations. The case came up in provincial court in North Battleford. It turns out tips from the public played a key role. According to the provincial Ministry of Environment, charges stem from a call to

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Call before you dig message at safety breakfast By John Cairns Staff Reporter

With the construction season ramping up again workers are being reminded of safety practices to make sure they and others stay safe.

With that in mind the 26th annual Contractors Safety Breakfast was held in North Battleford Tuesday morning at the Gold Ridge Centre. North Battleford is one of 29 locales in Saskatchewan for these breakfast presentations, which in the last few

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years have been sponsored by the Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance. Those in attendance enjoyed a hearty breakfast including bacon, eggs and sausages, as well as a special video presentation on safe practices, including use of the Sask Ist Call Know Before You Dig program. They also were reminded of the importance of white lining —marking out a proposed excavation area with white pin flags and white paint. The idea is to keep the workers safe and to prevent any needless service disrup-

tions due to digging. The importance of preventing service disruptions was underlined locally Easter Sunday, when SaskPower reported a power outage that affected Battleford and area was due to a damaged underground line. Avoiding damage when digging or using excavation equipment was a key part of the message to the morning audience. According to Garry Aveyard, SaskTel safety advisor who was the main presenter at the breakfast, the message to the contractors was

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Town in good shape: auditor Staff The auditor’s report came before Battleford town council Monday, submitted by Amber Volk, CPA, CA from the auditing firm Holm Raiche Oberg, Chartered Professional Accountants P.C. Ltd. The report was submitted on behalf of Dallan D. Oberg, CPA CA with the firm. Mayor Derek Mahon welcomed the report and noted Oberg had mentioned “the town is in what he would classify as good shape.” The following are some of the highlights from the auditor’s presentation: The town’s revenue reported a loss of $2,820,257 compared to the budgeted revenues of $7,078,249. If the disposal of tangible capital assets is disregarded then total revenues are

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Colby Cave begins professional career in Providence By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

After signing his NHL contract with the Boston Bruins Friday, North Battleford native Colby Cave has signed a professional try-out with their AHL affiliate, the Providence Bruins. Cave said contract talks with NHL clubs came to a head after his Swift Current Broncos were eliminated by the Regina Pats last Wednesday. “It was kind of going on and off throughout the season, sort of keeping in touch,” Cave said from Providence, RI. “After we lost to Regina there was some contract talk and I made my decision.” The Bruins weren’t the only team looking to land the Broncos captain. “There were a few other teams, I think Toronto was in the mix and Edmonton. It was a really tough decision and I’m happy with what I picked.” There were a few reasons why Cave ultimately decided on the Bruins. “It’s a storied franchise,” he said. “Looking at their depth chart in Providence I thought I had a good opportunity of coming in next year and making an impact.” His try-out contract with Providence allows his NHL contract to slide and begin next season. After going undrafted through two NHL seasons, Cave was determined to end his junior career with an NHL contract. “There was a lot of thoughts about going to school next year but I just told myself school wasn’t really what I wanted to do,” he admitted. “I wanted to play pro, I wanted to keep playing hockey and I just kept that in my head the whole season.” Putting pen to paper and officially signing his first professional contract is something he’ll never forget. “A lot of things were going through my head,” he said. “It was a dream come true. All I could think about was all the tough things I

had gone through. Going through two drafts, seeing some of my friends get drafted and the excitement I saw in their eyes. I had a couple guys on my team get signed this year and seeing how excited they were made me want to feel that too. It was basically a relief. I still have a lot of work to do, don’t get me wrong.” Cave has seen a number of former teammates get drafted and signed into the NHL. Adam Lowry was a third round pick of the Winnipeg Jets in 2011, and played with Cave for two seasons before moving on to the pro ranks. Lowry has nine goals and 11 assists with the Jets this season. Julius Honka was a first round pick of the Dallas Stars in last years NHL draft and is already playing with their AHL team. Dillon Heatherington represented Canada at this years World Junior tournament after being drafted in the second round by the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2013. He signed his entry-level contract on March 1. Graham Black led the Broncos with 97 points last season and was rewarded with a contract from the New Jersey Devils who drafted him in the fifth round in 2012. Being from a small town never deterred his belief that he would make it to this level. “There was a lot of people that probably wouldn’t have thought so,” he said when asked if he thought he’d get to this point. “Personally I just took it year

by year, started growing up. Made my way into the WHL and made a name for myself here.” Cave was drafted 13th overall by the Kootenay Ice in the 2009 WHL draft and traded to Swift Current in January of 2011. Playing at home with the Battlefords AAA Stars from 2009-2011 is something Cave looks back on fondly. “It was unreal. All my friends I had at school whether it was guys I played with or friends I grew up with, it was nice because I didn’t have to make the adjustment at too young of an age,” he said. “It just made it easy to focus on hockey because your life can change a whole lot.” Adjusting to professional hockey is something he’s excited to do. “Just the professional living. Living on your own and not with a billet family. Becoming more of an adult,” he added. “I’m really looking forward to it. I grew up in a small town on a farm so the big city might be a little bit more of an adjustment too.” Cave knows how much work he has to put in not only during the season, but during the offseason as well. “This is the biggest summer of my career,” he stated. “I’ll be living in Saskatoon and training there all summer. It’s going to be pretty

Colby Cave is in Providence with the AHL Bruins ready to begin his professional hockey career. He finished his four seasons in the WHL with 210 points in 302 regular season and playoff games. Photo by scbroncos.com

steady, six days a week going pretty hard. Really have to dedicate myself between workouts and diet.” Cave is in Providence hoping to be in the lineup for the AHL Bruins who have 10 games remaining. “It’s nice being down here and getting used to the rink, the lifestyle and meeting all the guys,” he said. “I’ve talked to the coaching staff but it’s really tight right now in the standings and they’ve got a good team this year so it might be tough for me to get in the lineup. I’m going to try my best to be ready all the time and if they need me to hop in the lineup

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Andrew Albers named Opening Day starter for Buffalo By Craig Beauchemin Sports Reporter

It may not be Major League Opening Day starter, but it’s as close as you can get. North Battleford’s own Andrew Albers was announced as the Buffalo Bisons’ starter for their first game of the season Thursday against Albers’ old team, the Rochester Red Wings. The Bisons are the AAA affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays, who signed Albers Dec. 19. This is the first time in

his professional career that Albers will start on Opening Day, and he says it’s something he’s very proud of. “It’s always a great honour to go out there on Opening Day,” he said from Buffalo. “Hopefully I can go out there and get off to a good start. Definitely looking forward to it.” Humble as always, Albers still tried to downplay the achievement. “I don’t know if you can read too much into it, it’s one of those things where (Opening Day) just fell into my day in the rotation,” he

laughed. He says he hasn’t known for too long that he would get the start. “They told me last week that I would probably be starting, but even then you’re not set in stone,” he explained. “Things can happen at the end of spring and you’re never really sure. I found out for sure a few days ago so I’ve just been trying to get ready and make sure I get off to a good start.” Albers made three appearances for the Blue Jays during spring training, pitching 2.2 innings giving

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up three hits and a walk with a pair of strikeouts before being re-assigned to the minor league camp. Despite a short stay, Albers says returning to a Major League spring training camp was a great experience. “It was fun to meet those guys and get to meet the coaching staff,” he said. “Just to showcase what you have and sort of get yourself on the radar, it was a great opportunity and I really enjoyed it. If they need somebody up at that level hopefully they feel confident enough to give me a shot.” Albers had success at the AAA level in 2013 before being called up to the Minnesota Twins, being named an All-Star after going 11-5 with a 2.86 ERA in 132.1 innings. It was that performance that allowed him to reach the Major Leagues before going to Korea for the 2014 season. Looking back on past success helps put him in a good mental state for this season. “You know that you’ve performed well at this level in the past and that’s something that you look back to and hope to replicate,” he said. “Having that season where I had some success that tells me that I can say ‘Hey I know I can pitch at this level, I’ve done it in the past’ so hopefully I can repeat that performance and have a good year.” While he’s hoping to have a good year, he tries to stay away from setting statistical goals for himself. “The statistics kind of take care of themselves,” he said. “I worry about what I can control and that’s to be ready to pitch every fifth

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games in the Majors last season with the Boston Red Sox and Chicago Cubs. Munenori Kawasaki, Ryan Goins, Jonathan Diaz, Chad Jenkins, Rob Rasmussen, and A.J. Jimenez all spent time with the Blue Jays last season. Randy Wolf has 133 wins in the Majors and was signed to a minor league contract by the Blue Jays. Daric Barton spent eight years with the Oakland Athletics before joining the Blue Jays this season. Chris Colabello drove in 39 runs in just 56 games with the Twins last year. Their biggest offensive weapon is first baseman Matt Hague, who drove in 76 runs in AAA last season with the Bisons and Indianapolis Indians, the Pittsburgh Pirates AAA affiliate. He was claimed off waivers by the Blue Jays in August. Albers headlines the starting rotation for the Bisons which includes Wolf, Jenkins, Scott Copeland and Jeff Francis. Jenkins was the Blue Jays first round pick in 2009, and has pitched 97 innings for Toronto over the past three seasons. Francis, a native of Vancouver, has an extensive baseball resume. He’s won 71 games at the Major League level, with his best season coming in 2007 when he went 17-9 with the Colorado Rockies. By adding Albers’ experience, the Bisons look for a better result when they began the 2015 season Thursday afternoon.

Samantha, a graduate of John Paul II Collegiate in North Battleford, has moved back to the Battlefords after attending the University of Regina to pursue a Business Administration degree in accounting. She is currently finishing her degree as a visiting student through Athabasca’s online university and will convocate this fall with plans to enrol in the CPA Professional Education program in early 2016. Samantha was employed as a summer student with the firm in 2014 and in February 2015 joined the team fulltime. She is very happy to be back living in the Battlefords where her family and friends are and is excited to be getting married later this summer.

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Kayaking into the swim dekkercentre.com A Masterful Performer “Quirkey, Wicked, Funny” Regina Leader Post

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Friday, April 10, 2015 $

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30.00 + GST 8:00 p.m.

Back by Popular Demand MacMaster “Watching Harry play tonight I feel like

APRIL 14 2013 8pm

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Snowbird - Tribute To

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Sunday, May 10, 2015 $

38.00 + GST 8:00 p.m.

A Mother’s Day Special Performance

Debute of New Single “Saskatchewan”

Ron Nigrini With Anne Lindsay

Kylie Zirk hones her craft at the Battlefords CO-OP Aquatic Centre in preperation for international tournaments. Photo Submitted

Submitted Kylie Zirk has accomplished more with kayaking in five years than most people accomplish in a lifetime. Zirk hails from Saskatoon and began paddling at the age of 11. Now 16, she comes to train in North Battleford at the Co-op Aquatic Centre because there is nowhere around Saskatoon for her to train. The wave patterns at the Battlefords Aquatic Centre are legitimate simulation for kayak training. Zirk won multiple gold and silver medals in 2012 and came first in C1 Junior Women and second in K1 Junior Women in 2013. Last year she placed first in K1 Junior Women and second in C1 Junior Women, as well as coming in fifth at the Pan Am Championship. Zirk has qualified for the Junior U-23 World Championships for the last three years and has travelled to Slovakia, Australia and Mexico to kayak. She will be heading to Foz Do Iguacu, Brazil to represent Canada in both the K1 and C1 classes for the U-23 Junior World Champi-

onship. The Battlefords Aquatic Centre hosts drop-in canoe and kayak Saturday Mornings from 10 a.m. to noon until May 2, and is offering

instructor led classes beginning April 11 running for four weeks until May 2. Call 306-445-1745 for more information or to register.

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CAPITOL 2 Cinderella

7 and 9 PM Daily Matinees: Sat. and Sun. 1 and 3 PM

30.00 + GST 8:00 p.m.

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HOMES FOR SALE OR RENT in North Battleford

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HEATED CANOLA WANTED!! - GREEN CANOLA - SPRING THRASHED - DAMAGED CANOLA FEED OATS WANTED!! - BARLEY, OATS, WHT - LIGHT OR TOUGH - SPRING THRASHED HEATED FLAX WANTED!! HEATED PEAS HEATED LENTILS "ON FARM PICKUP" Westcan Feed & Grain 1-877-250-5252 Buying/Selling FEED GRAINS heated / damaged CANOLA/FLAX Top price paid FOB FARM

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Decks & Fences, Interior & Exterior Painting, Reno’s. 306-480-8199 or 306-481-2836

Common #1 Smooth Brome, Meadow Brome, Timothy, Crested Wheat, Yellow Clover, Cicer Milkvetch, Alfalfa. Also have Grower Direct. Blending and Delivery available. Competitive Prices. Call Siklenka Seeds, 306-3424290, 306-342-7688, Glaslyn Sask.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Professional

The Cut Knife Wildlife Federation would like to thank everyone for coming out to the annual Wildlife Supper. There were over 300 people there this year! It wouldn't be possible without the help of all the volunteers, people who brought food and Our Generous Sponsors:

(April 13)

Dealers in most areas (new dealers welcome)

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL

D I R E C T O R Y SwANSON GryBA & COMPANy Chartered Accountants

Happy 10 Birthday Sweetheart!

• Clever – one pass cleaver control • Smoke – loaded glyphosate • Foax – green foxtail and wild oats • Diquash - desiccant

A-1 Service, Will Shingle, build fences, decks, interior painting, metal fascia soffit, home renovations, snow removal, etc. Phone 306-4458439

CARD OF THANKS

FARM SERVICES

SERVICES FOR HIRE

Choose your size, choose your interior, choose your layout, and choose your exterior! We have many samples we can show you to help you pick what is exactly right for you!

• Big Iron Outfitting • 777 Excavating • Battlefords Flooring Centre • Grey Cat Oilfield Service • Sperle Tire • Stoney Creek Ventures • Shock Oilfield

Will do yard work, rototilling, some outside painting, hauls to the dump and other misc jobs. Call 306-4454268

• Fridge, stove, washer, dryer • Some are air conditioned Rental rate: $650 to $1,200 per month Complete application: 1441 - 100th Street Or Phone 306-445-8571 or 306-441-0950

HOUSES FOR SALE

Here’s to thirty more!

SERVICES FOR HIRE

APARTMENTS/CONDOS FOR RENT

• Valley Ford • J.J. Lamon • Farmer's Edge • G3 Contracting • Norsask • Force Industries • BTR Industrial

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CAMERon odishAw LA CoCk Chartered Professional Accountants 300 - 1291 102nd Street North Battleford, SK, S9A 3V4 Phone: 306-445-6234 Fax: 306-445-0245

PARTnERs

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INDUSTRIAL / COMMERCIAL

PETS

ADOPT A PET

WILKIE HOMES FOR SALE

Cera came in with her 3 other siblings. She is a little shy at first but once she gets to know you she warms right up and becomes a purring machine. We should have called her tractor. If you think this fur baby is the baby for you come on down today and meet her. Santana came to us with her 7 puppies and has been a joy to have here at the shelter. She is quiet and friendly and so so gentle. She allows us to do whatever we need to with her and never causes trouble. Come and meet this beautiful girl and give her a second chance at love!!

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(306) 445-8778 (306) 441-3418 STEEL BUILDINGS/GRANARIES STEEL BUILDINGS... “SPRING SALES WITH HOT SAVINGS!” All steel building models and sizes are now on sale. Get your building deal while it’s hot. Pioneer Steel 1-800668-5422 www.pioneersteel.ca

DOMESTIC CARS

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Motor Licence Issuer

INSURANCE SERVICES LTD. 1292 - 102nd Street, North Battleford

CAREER TRAINING

Take care of business (every day). Apply to the Business or Administrative Assistant program in Swift Current or Warman by April 30 and be eligible for a $500-5,000 Entrance Scholarship!

Please spay or neuter your pets!

Check out all our Shelter animals in need of homes at: www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com

The Co-op Mall has a 900 sq.ft. prime retail location available immediately, as well as a 3600 sq.ft. prime location in the near future. We offer 3-5 year leases, with very competitive rates, lease hold improvements handled in house. Please contact: Battlefords and District Cooperative Ltd. 9800-Territorial Drive North Battleford, Sask S9A-3W6 attn: Roy Dussault Facilities Manager 306-446-7255 306-445-9800

Friends of John Paul II Collegiate Proudly Present

306-445-8059 Friday, May 1st, 2015 Alex Dillabough Centre

MOTOR LICENCE NEEDS”

Hafford Rec Board is holding their

AGM

Sunday April 12, 2015 7:00 p.m. Hafford Communiplex

PUBLIC MEETING The Annual General Meeting of the Interlake Regional Water Board will be held on April 14, 2015 at 8:30 p.m. in the Over 40 Club Room in the Resort Village Office of Cochin.

The Interlake Regional Water Board will present to the public copies of their 2014 Financial Statements as approved by the Board.

The meeting is open to all members of the public. The public will be given the opportunity to communicate with the Board on matters pertaining to the operational practices of the Water Utility. For further information contact Interlake Regional Water Board at 306-386-3152 or interlakewater@sasktel.net.

Village of Krydor

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the Village of Krydor for the year 2015 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the following days: A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, Village of Krydor, Box 12, Krydor, Saskatchewan, S0J 1K0 by the 11th day of May, 2015. Dated this 10th day of April, 2015. Wendy Tanchak Assessor

MEETINGS

A nnual Gen e ra l M e e ti n g

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL

Monday to Thursday, April 10 to May 11, 2015. COMING EVENTS

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Doors Open at 7:00 p.m. Entertainment starts at 8:00 p.m. Cash Bar - ID required at the door Silent Auction of Students’ Work & 50/50 Draw Appetizers Provided $25 per table $10 Minimum Tip/Song Request Tickets can be purchased from

RURAL MUNICIPALITY OF MERVIN NO. 499 NOTICE OF INTENT TO PERMANENTLY CLOSE A ROAD ALLOWANCE Public Notice is hereby given that pursuant to Section 13 of The Municipalities Act that the Council of Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 intends to consider adopting a bylaw to permanently close the following municipal road: All that portion of the municipal road allowance consisting of 226 metres as shown on Registered Road Plan No. AH2947, located in the North West corner of the SW 34-51-20-W3. The following map shows the affected land inside the solid bold line.

John Paul II Collegiate at 306-446-2232

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SW – 34 – 51 – 20 – W3 This road is no longer in use as the original legal road allowance has been developed for use by the travelling public. The closure is required in order to incorporate the unused road allowance back into the SW 34-51-20-W3. The proposed bylaw may be inspected by any interested person or group at the Municipal Office on any judicial day between 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Copies are available at cost. Council will hold a public meeting on April 21, 2015 to hear any person or group who requests to comment on the proposal. To appear before Council, a letter or petition outlining the reasons for appearing must be set or delivered to the undersigned by 4:30 p.m. on April 16, 2015. Issued at the Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 this 9th day of April, 2015. L. Ryan Domotor Administrator

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LEGAL / PUBLIC NOTICES

ANNUAL RATEPAYERS MEETING will be held on

Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Hafford National Hall

7:00 pm

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

TAX ENFORCEMENT LIST

Rural Municipality of Glenside PROVINCE OF SASKATCHEWAN List of lands with arrears of taxes as at December 31, 2014 Notice is hereby given under the Tax Enforcement Act, that unless the arrears and costs appearing opposite the land described in the following list are fully paid before the day of June 9, 2015, an interest based on a tax lien will be registered against the land. Note: A sum for costs in an amount required by subsection 4(3) of TheTax Enforcement Act is included in the amount shown against each parcel. Part of Sec.

Monday April 13, 2015

Hafford Co-op

TENDERS

TAX ENFORCEMENT

R.M. of Redberry No. 435

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Financial Statement Coffee & Donuts will be served

The Town of St.Walburg Council will be holding a

BUDGET MEETING

on April 14, 2015 at 7:30 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers

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Dated this 8th day of April, 2015. Cheryl A. Martens Administrator

NOTICE OF PREPARATION OF ASSESSMENT ROLL R.M. of Redberry No. 435

Notice is hereby given that the assessment roll for the R.M. of Redberry No. 435 for the year 2015 has been prepared and is open to inspection in the office of the assessor from 9:00 a.m. to noon and 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. on the following days: Monday to Thursday, April 10 to May 11, 2015. A bylaw pursuant to section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the assessment notices have been sent as required.

FUEL TENDER Tenders are now being accepted for the following: - approximately 250,000 litres of clear diesel, to be delivered throughout the year - approximately 15,000 litres of regular gasoline - prices per litre for 15W40 motor oil on 205 L drums - hydraulic oil with equivalent standards to the following -

CAT TO-4 SAE 10W CAT-TDTO SAE 30W CAT TDTO TMS Industrial Hydro Oil, HVI 32 John Deere Hy Guard Synthetic ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) Torque Series 4 10

Please submit tenders by April 17th, 2015 marked “FUEL TENDER” to the undersigned: The Rural Municipality of Mervin No. 499 Box 130 Turtleford, SK S0M 2Y0 NOTE: Lowest or any tender not necessarily accepted.

INVITATION TO TENDER Janitorial Service Contract

RCMP Wilkie Detachment Wilkie, Saskatchewan The RCMP Wilkie Detachment, Wilkie, Saskatchewan is seeking tenders for janitorial services contract. Interested parties may obtain a Tender Package through the Detachment by contacting: Cpl. Mark Haider @ 306-843-3484. The successful contractor and their employees will be required to obtain a valid RCMP Departmental Security clearance. The successful contractor must adhere to all safety rules, regulations and labor codes in all jurisdictions where work is performed. This service contract may not necessarily be awarded to the lowest bidder. Optional Site Visit will be held on: Tuesday April 7, 2015 at 10:00 am. Deadline for Tender submission is: 2:00 p.m. CST, April 21, 2015 Bids must be forwarded to RCMP NWR Procurement & Contracting via courier or fax as per Submission of Bids within the Tender Package.

Any person who wishes to appeal against his or her assessment is required to file his or her notice of appeal with: The Assessor, R.M. of Redberry No. 435, Box 160, Hafford, Saskatchewan, S0J 1A0 by the 11th day of May, 2015.

INVITATION TO TENDER

Dated this 10th day of April, 2015.

RCMP Unity Detachment Unity, Saskatchewan The RCMP Unity Detachment, Unity, Saskatchewan is seeking tenders for janitorial services contract. Interested parties may obtain a Tender Package through the Detachment by contacting: Cpl. Mark Haider @ 306-843-3484. The successful contractor and their employees will be required to obtain a valid RCMP Departmental Security clearance. The successful contractor must adhere to all safety rules, regulations and labor codes in all jurisdictions where work is performed. This service contract may not necessarily be awarded to the lowest bidder. Optional Site Visit will be held on: Wednesday April 8, 2015 at 2:00 pm Deadline for Tender submission is: 2:00 p.m. CST, April 21, 2015 Bids must be forwarded to RCMP NWR Procurement & Contracting via courier or fax as per Submission of Bids within the Tender Package.

Janitorial Service Contract

Alan J. Tanchak Assessor

Public Review of the 2015/2016 L&M Wood Products Forest Management Operating Plan

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On Friday, April 24, 2015 at the L&M office in Glaslyn 9:00 am to 12:00 pm

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View maps and plans for timber harvest areas, road construction and forest renewal.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Food Counter Attendants/ Kitchen Help Full & Part-Time

PART-TIME CASHIER

$12.00 per hour

Must be available for various shifts. Apply within: 1702 - 100th St. North Battleford, SK Ph: 306-445-4408 Fax: 306-445-1299 Email: BattlefordKFC@hotmail.com

Weekend Position

Biggar Transport

Digital print on vinyl, overlaminate

Truck endgate decals

Stop in to see Gary at Petro Canada Hwy #16 Bypass

Order # Date: 20 August 2014 Font:

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TAURUS

76,857

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Order # Date: 20 August 2014 Truck & Trailer Repair Ltd. Font:

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Grande Cleaning Services

Weekly Circulation 25x5.5” (includes bull head)

is looking for a casual worker to clean residential or business

Grande Cleaning Services TAURUS Truck & Trailer RepairWash Ltd.Inc.

The person hired must 15.75x8” 15.8x8.25” 16.75x6.25” 2.2.75x6.75” 25x5.5” (includes bull head) provide their own transportation to the DRIVERS WANTED assigned residential or business Owner Operators / Company Drivers to pull Super Quantity: 1 of ea criminal record required B’s in our bulk grain & fertilizer division. Also to haul $125 plus taxes and shipping Livestock. All within the Prairie Provinces. if applicable. Email resumé to grandecleaningservices@live.com Competitive wages & benefits, Signing Bonus

ARTWORK APPROVAL

Please indicate status and return signed proof to Novatex Graphics.

Please faxis notresume to 306-242-2077 Novatex Graphics responsible for errors or omissions in work printed as per approved proof. or Email: rodpacik@transallgroup.com or 15.75x8” contact Rod Pacik @15.8x8.25” 306-249-6853 Approved

Summer Employment

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Position Summary: In keeping with the philosophy of Battlefords Family Health Centre, the Community Garden Project Coordinator will play an integral role in increasing the practice of healthy eating and active living behaviours of participants.

Responsibilities:

• To engage and support outreach workers who are working in the community garden project through a supervisory role • To lead the preparation and maintenance of the garden spaces and equipment • To liaise and build relationships with community sponsors to support garden activities • To document and communicate project successes • To plan, organize and deliver volunteer and sponsor appreciation events • To work with KidsFirst and the Healthy Living Team to incorporate gardening and produce into healthy eating and physical activities • To maintain monthly and end of project reports • To engage diverse groups in developing community

The successful candidate must possess:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal • Good computer skills • Be able to work flexible hours • Possess strong leadership and supervisory skills • Have a valid driver’s license and access to an insured vehicle • Knowledge and demonstrated commitment to the connection between gardening, health and the environment; knowledge of local food security issues • Ability to take initiative and respond creatively to challenges.

Hours of Work:

Full-time positions from April 27th to August 30th, 2015 (35 hours per week at an hourly wage of $21.91(per hour). Submit a cover letter and resumé with 3 references by e-mail to: Carissa Kasper at Carissa.Kasper@brt6hc.ca For more information call Carla at BFHC at (306) 937-6773. Patricia Whitecalf-Ironstand, Executive Director Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre c/o Battlefords Family Health Centre 1192 101st St. North Battleford, Sk. S9A 0Z6 Fax: (306) 445-4887 Deadline for applications: April 13th, 2015 BFHC wishes to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Heavy Equipment Operators

for late model CAT equip: motor scrapers (cushion ride), dozers, excavators, rock trucks, graders (trim operators). Camp job (southern Sask). Competitive wages plus R & B. Valid drivers license req’d. Send resume and work references to: Bryden Construction and Transport Co. Inc., Box 100, Arborfield, Sk. S0E 0A0; Fax: 306-769-8844 Email: brydenconstruct@ xplornet.ca www.brydenconstruction andtransport.ca

Hire skilled workers for your restaurant, hotel and/or retail business. This includes cooks, supervisors and management. Hire workers with Canadian Experience ready to move to any location in Saskatchewan. Call Michael at 306.651.5335 or www. impcanada.ca/relocation

Prairie North Health Region provides a coordinated network of health services to over 80,883 residents in Saskatchewan and 20,011 in Lloydminster, Alberta. Prairie North Health Region has corporate offices in North Battleford with satellite offices in Lloydminster and Meadow Lake.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Director, Acute Care Services

Northwest Health Facility (Meadow Lake Hospital) Meadow Lake, SK The Director of Acute Care Services reports to the VP of Integrated Health Services in regards to nursing, admitting and pharmacy at the Meadow Lake Hospital (32 beds and 121 staff). There are eight positions reporting directly to the Director of Acute Care Services. For further information regarding the location, qualifications and application submission for the position, you may refer to the Prairie North Health Region website https://www.pnrha.ca/ careers/jobopportunities/present/jobpostings/management. If you have further questions regarding the position or to apply, please contact Denis Caron at (306) 281-8523 or email caron@sasktel.net.

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Part-Time Accounting Clerk Family Leave Replacement (54-week term)

Battlefords Campus Posting #81-BC-1415

Reporting to the Controller, the Part-Time Accounting Clerk is responsible for the accounting functions of the College. This is a half-time, term employment opportunity. The successful candidate will work 18 hours per week for the 54-week term. Compensation: $24.04 per hour to start, with excellent benefit package. Term: May 25, 2015 to June 3, 2016 For a complete position profile, and application visit www.nwrc.sk.ca. Applications will be received until noon, Tuesday, April 21, 2015.

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Manager of Day Program/ Recreation Program

River Heights Lodge, North Battleford, SK Posting No.: G0-00175731 The Manager of the Adult Day Program and Recreation, in conjunction with the Home Care Manager and Facility Manager, River Heights Lodge, is accountable for the day-to-day management of the Adult Day Program and Recreation Program by ensuring the effective, efficient and economical utilization of resources to meet the needs of the residents and staff while maintaining a high quality of care. Qualifications for this position include: a diploma in Recreation Therapy/Therapeutic Recreation, computer skills, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Three years’ experience as a Therapeutic Recreation Therapist is required, as well as, experience in a continuing care setting is an asset. Management experience and knowledge of the budgetary process is an asset. For further information regarding the position qualifications, please refer to the Prairie North Health Region website at https://pnrha.ca/careers/jobopportunities/presentjobpostings/ management. Applicants may forward their resumé for the Manager of Day Program/Recreation Program position in confidence, complete with references, by 23:59 CST April 16, 2015, to the address below. Please note the posting number of the position you are applying for. PNHR Human Resources, SHNB – Administration Wing P. O. Box 39, North Battleford, SK S9A 2X8 Email: hrreception@pnrha.ca Fax: (306) 446-6810 For further information regarding employment opportunities within PNHR, please refer to the website at www.pnrha.ca PNHR appreciates all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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Cochin Community Players presents Spring Production - The Foursome at Cochin Community Hall. For tickets call 306-480-9333 or email: cochincp@gmail.com or web page www.cochin.ca.

Saturday, April 11

Borden Advance Poll for Village Elections at the Community Centre from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 11

Borden Farmers’ Market Annual Meeting at 107 Main Street, Borden at 1:30 p.m.

Saturday, April 11

Photographing Your Artwork - ARC Creative Studios, 1106 - 101st Street, North Battleford at 1:00 p.m. This workshop includes information on equipment, lighting, backgrounds and how to photograph 2D, 3D and installation artworks. This is a beginner workshop. Workshop is no cost, courtesy of CARFAC Saskatchewan & ARC Creative Studios. Instructor: Gary Robins.

Saturday, April 11

Denholm Hall Fundraiser - Roast Beef Supper. Denholm Rec Club is sponsoring a roast beef supper at the Denholm Hall at 6:00 p.m. Advance tickets may be purchased from the Denholm Post Office, Linda 306-445-6976, Donna 306-445-5318, Debbie 306-445-5589, Anna 306-445-4817, Rita 306-445-5350, Rosann 306-480-7442 or Diane 306-445-5613. Only 100 tickets sold.

Sunday, April 12

Signs of His Grace Concert & Potluck Dessert, by donation at the Community Centre at 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, April 12

Annual General Meeting of the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum Association Inc. at 1:00 p.m. at the museum, 292 - 22nd Street, Battleford.

Tuesday, April 14

Borden Senior’s Kaiser Tournament in the Club Room at 7:00 p.m.

The first School Community Council Literacy Night was held on the evening of March 31. Stations were set up throughout the school with activities. There was a bookmark making station, a fairytale crossword , a poetry writing station, Boogle, magazine letter hunt, roll a story, stained glass egg making station, read a story with your family, read around the gym activity and of course, a snack station. Students were given a passport and travelled around to each station. Their passport was stamped after they completed the activity. The students and parents who attended the evening had a great time. Congratulations to Seth McIntosh and Rylan Voegeli who won the door prizes. The e-journalism students returned home Tuesday. They were tired from all their work. They had several

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late nights editing videos, but reported they had a good time. The Grade 4 and 5 classroom was backwards on the morning of April 1. Some tricksters must have gotten into the classroom. There were several harmless pranks played throughout the morning. April 2 was World Autism Awareness Day so many of the staff and students wore blue. It was also Rainbow Day at the school, so many people wore bright colours as well. The SLC organized a plastic Easter egg hunt April 2. They hid eggs around the school and schoolyard. During recess and noon, classes hunted for the eggs and kept them together for a class count. The Grade 9 and 10 class was awarded first prize, the Grade 4 and 5 class was second and the Grade 6 and 7 class was third. Each of the winning classes received an Easter basket full of treats.

April 16, there will be an Easter Bunny Challenge at school. Two “bunnies” will be hopping around the school at recess and lunch. If a student catches the bunnies, they will receive a small prize.

The senior badminton team travelled to Borden to play some exhibition games March 31. In elementary house leagues, teams are just finishing floor hockey and will begin kickball.

Jared Meena, a kindergarten student, works on an activity with his mom and sister at Literacy Night.

Seniors Fun Day at St. Joseph Hall, 1942 - 98th Street from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Entertainment by Charlie Baillargeon, Bingo & Lunch. All seniors welcome.

Wednesday, April 15

Village election at the Borden Community Centre from 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Friday, April 17

The RM of Paynton & the Village of Paynton will be hosting their Annual Spring Ratepayers Supper, Meeting & Social at 5:00 p.m. at the Paynton Community Centre, 205 - 1st Street East. Tickets must be purchased a week in advance.

Friday, April 17

Borden Bowling Banquet, Awards & Silent Auction – Community Centre at 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, April 18

Club 70 - Saskatoon Rhythmaires at the Royal Canadian Legion, 1352 - 100th Street from 8:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. with lunch. Phone Les & Donna at 306-845-3772 for more info. Everyone welcome.

Saturday, April 18

Battlefords Wildlife Federation 70th Annual Smoker at the North Battleford Civic Centre. Doors open at 4:00 p.m. Supper BBQ Roast and more from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Advance tickets available at Piper Equipment and Norsask Equipment.

Sunday, April 19

Saskatoon Fiddle Orchestra Concert at 2:00 p.m. at Borden Community Centre. Admission by donation, proceeds to Borden Volunteer Fire Dept. For info call 306-997-2130.

Sunday, April 19

Saskatoon Fiddle Orchestra at Borden Community Centre at 2:00 p.m. by donation & proceeds to Borden Firefighters. Hosted by Borden Senior’s Club.

Tuesday, April 21

Borden United Church Spring Luncheon in the Senior’s Room from 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Seth McIntosh and Rylan Voegeli won the door prizes at Literacy Night. Photos submitted

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Heart 2 Heart Program at the Primary Health Centre, North Battleford, Frontier Mall from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend with you! The program offers information on cardiac conditions and reducing risk factors for any future cardiac event. Please call 306-446-6422 to confirm/cancel your attendance if you haven’t done so. Do you have a Chronic Condition wanting tools to cope? Prairie North Health Region is offering a free LiveWell with Chronic conditions workshop at the Primary Health Centre - Conference Room 1 from 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. Phone 1-888-922-5867 or 306-446-8613 to register.

Wednesday, April 22

Portrait Drawing Basics with Kevin Quinlan at ARC Creative Studios, 1106 - 101st Street, North Battleford from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Registration at Crandleberrys, 1821 - 100th Street, North Battleford.

Saturday, April 25

90th birthday tea for Ann Brand at the Borden Community Centre at 2:00 p.m.

Tuesdays, April 28 - June 2

Do you have a Chronic Condition wanting tools to cope? Prairie North Health Region is offering a free LiveWell with Chronic conditions workshop at the North Battleford Library from 1:30 - 4:00 p.m. Phone 1-888-922-5867 or 306-446-8613 to register.

This section, which will appear weekly in Tuesday's News-Optimist and Thursday’s Regional Optimist, is provided free-of-charge to non-profit organizations. To list the Community Calendar please call News-Optimist at 306-445-7261 or fax the information to 306-445-3223. Please provide complete information including event, time, date and location. Although we will do our utmost to make sure your event appears in this section, News-Optimist does not guarantee all submissions will appear. Deadline for submissions is 12:00 noon Friday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

ting an education. The government forbids members of the Baha’i Faith, the country’s largest non-Muslim religious minority, from studying at universities. In response Iranian

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Baha’i professors, fired from their university posts, developed an informal, distance-learning program to try to provide some training in subjects ranging from accounting to biology. Though degrees are not recognized by the Iranian regime, some Canadian universities have accepted Baha’i students into graduate programs. The Iranian government has attacked that program providing informal university courses, arresting those involved. Included among those arrested have been a few with graduate degrees from Canadian universities who have returned to Iran to help provide university education to Baha’i youth. This is only one among several ways the Iranian regime is persecuting Baha’is – persecution involving arrests, attacks on business,

hate propaganda and destruction of cemeteries that has intensified over the past 18 months. The persecution of the Baha’is and the denial of education to Baha’is is the subject of To Light a Candle, a new documentary by Iranian-Canadian journalist Maziar Bahari. (www.youtube.com/ watch?v=v7aE27GyMMo) The North Battleford Library has been booked to show the film Monday, April 20 at 7 pm. Approximate running time is 52 minutes. “The Iranian government says that education is a crime for Baha’is,” Archbishop Desmond Tutu said. “We can tell the government of Iran, and the world, that banning the Baha’is or any group from higher education is hurting Iran and the Iranian people.”

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Two seats up for election on village council By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

A public meeting was held April 2 in the N. Smith Room of the Borden Community Centre to hear the candidates running for mayor and councillor. Valerie Fendlet, RM administrator, was moderator and timekeeper. Frank Silcox welcomed everyone and explaiend the rules. Each candidate had five minutes to speak then questions people had written down were read and each candidate was given 90 seconds to reply. Running for mayor are Tony Beaudry and Tom Redhead, and for one councillor seat Tony Martens, Cody Bradshaw and Ferne Hebig (absent). Tony Beaudry owns the

orden Radisson Model T Bar & Grille. He has lived in Borden eight years. He said he plans to retire here. He has been on council one term and said he would be more available to the public at the village office every day. Redhead has lived here eight years. He co-owns and manages a Saskatoon business. He has served on the recreation board and council for the past two years. Redhead said he would work well with the present council and the people he would represent. Bradshaw has lived in

Borden since August of 2014 and works as shop manager at a service centre in Langham. He said he likes the way Borden has brown, and hopes it would keep growing, but not too fast. Bradshaw envisions a 25-year plan for the village and said he would be a fresh set of eyes in planning the future of the village. Martens has lived here 15 years as pastor of a church, serving 13 years as a high school basketball coach, involved with many aspects of the school and village. He has a Bachelor of Commerce degree and worked with the Borden people through the drought, flood, loss of two basketball players and said, as a councillor, he would represent the people to the best of his ability.

Children at Borden Library Lego Club building their masterpieces on a farm theme March 30.

Village council candidates at open forum April 2 — Tony Beaudry and Tom Redhead for mayor and Tony Martens and Cody Bradshaw for councillor. Photos by Lorraine Olinyk

Fendlet read over a dozen questions, that each candidate could speak. Questions were about transparency, updating information to the people, having annual meetings, the fence built along 2nd Avenue, post meeting reports, agenda ahead of time to inform public what is happening at council meetings, use base tax or minimum tax and where do you see Borden in 10 years? Acting mayor Ian Tracksell and former mayor David Buckingham (2006-2015) both spoke on what has been done and what the future holds. They explained the need for two meetings a month and remuneration. Larry Trischuk, on behalf of those present, presented a bouquet of flowers to Fendlet in appreciation for a job well done. The advance poll is April 11 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and election day is April 15 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., both in the Borden Community Centre. Congratulations to Jonathon and Jeanette Hauk of

Borden on the birth of their first child. Ivy Laura Ann was born March 30. Grandparents at Borden are Earl and Laura Unruh. The Borden Lakeland library have started a Lego Club for Larry Trischuk presenting a bouquet children that of flowers to Val Fendelet, RM of meets Tuesdays Great Bend administrator. from 3:20 to 4:45 p.m. and create. winner of the dessert of the There is a theme each week month for March was Dunand so far they have built can Sutherland who, shared articles on space, city, ocean his decorated cupcakes with and farm themes. The finhis schoolmates. ished Lego items remain in Radisson Royal Purple the library. The afternoon is ladies will be busy judging supervised by a library board posters at their meeting April member. Avery Fairbrother 8 as there are 76 entries has loaned his Lego, but doin from Grades 1 to 6 and nations are always welcome Grade 10. There is also one of more Lego or cash to add to the supply. The 17 to 28 DVD entered. The entries kids sit on the floor on blan- are from Borden and Maykets to build their creations. mont schools. The topic for Except for Easter week, 2015 is Keeping Your Brain they will continue until June Healthy as the Sask. Royal when the project will be Purple Society has teamed taken over by the museum up with Sask. Brain Injury for July and August. The Association.

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UNITY — Entering the Unity Composite High School, incoming students and visitors can see a showcase representing student accomplishments in sports, the arts and other programs. Immediately turning right and heading towards the senior gym, these same visitors can see a wall dedicated to student academic excellence. Directly across from this wall is another area dedicated to the recognition of students

who have earned provincial medals in the many years of competitions. Making a left down the industrial arts hallway is the UCHS Wall of Honour. The planning stages for the Wall of Honour began in 2006 with the first inductions being made in 2008 that included both 2007 and 2009 nominees. The wall was designed by the teachers Pat and Vicki Orobko and was created with the artistry of Pat Welter of Masterhand Signs. Every year since the be-

ginning of this program there have been several inductees recognized at the annual June awards ceremony. The first year inductees included Jesse Wallace in the arts category, Michelle Martin and Tiffany Wells in the academic category, capped off with Greg Bridgeman and Brenda Staniforth in the athletic category. Categories include arts, academics, athletics, citizenship, humanities and industry as well as an “other” category. The purpose of the Wall of Honour is not only to recognize UCHS alumni signifi-

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4-H members compete at regional speaking comp By Cole Reid

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District No. 33 hosted the North West Regional 4-H public speaking competition in Canwood March 29. Entered were 35 talented and brave speakers talking on a wide variety of topics. Some made you laugh, some made you think and some taught you something. These competitors advanced for club and district competitions. The first and second place winners from each age group move on to the provincial competition April 11 in Swift Current. There were three judges for each age group. All speakers received a certificate with the top three receiving medals. The Cloverbud winner was Taylor Reid from Crown Hill Club with second to Sadie Robb of Cut Knife 4-H Club and in third was Breann Thiessen of Kerrobert Multiple Club. In junior, first was Sara Edwards of Parkdale Multiple Club, second Faith Chibri of Lashburn 4-H Beef and third Darby Myer of Kerrobert Multiple Club. First in Intermediate was Rayna Yasieniuk of Reigning Riders Light Horse. Second was Atlanta Wagmann

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Crown Hill Beef Club members competing in the North West Region 4-H public speaking competition were Rayna Yasieniuk, Taylor Reid and Arianna Mulder. Photo submitted

of Goodsoil 4-H Club and third was Tiegan Kowerchuk of Webster Sunset Rangers. Mathew Holba of Pierceland Beef topped the seniors’ category.

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The fourth annual Leipzig Music Festival is coming up once again on the historic grounds of the Leipzig Serenity Retreat. A new stage was erected last year, allowing more visibility for festival goers to enjoy the Saskatchewan talent. The Leipzig Music Festival’s focus is on promoting a variety of established and emerging Saskatchewan musicians and artists. International stars such as Jay Semko of the Northern Pikes and Codie Prevost (WCMA Country Recording of the Year 2014) and Saskatchewan performers — Rosie and the Riveters, Bruin, Fremont St. Band, Solid Gold Express and local bands — will be making appearances. The festival site will also include local vendors serving up delicious food throughout the day and an outdoor vendors’ market. Spa services will be provided on site by Sunrise Wellness Spa of Unity. Why not enjoy a relaxing massage while listening to music? Children are sure to enjoy the bouncy castle and face painting. The Leipzig Music Festival is a family friendly, drug and alcohol free event, rain or shine. Children 12 and under enter free with a participating adult. This West Central Saskatchewan event is a fundraiser dedicated to assisting those seeking sobriety and who are faced with financial obstacles. A former client, Jordan, had this to say about his chance to attend, “You gave me so much more than five weeks at Leipzig. You gave me back my life.” This is a festival with heart and a purpose. Festival goers get to support local music, artists and a great cause, too. Diamond sponsors for the event are the Saskatchewan Arts Board, Sask Lotteries, Midcan Brokers Inc, along with platinum sponsors Biggar and District Credit Union and gold sponsors Unity Credit Union. Local businesses have donated generously as they recognize the need that exists in their communities. Last year’s festival saw over 350 attendees from across Saskatchewan and Alberta. The festival will take place on Saturday, May 30 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are now on sale. The Leipzig Serenity Retreat, housed in the historic Notre Dame convent, is a five-week residential drug and alcohol treatment centre for those wishing to live a life of sobriety. The retreat is privately owned, non-government funded facility, with qualified counsellors helping others conquer their addictions. For more information visit www.leipzigserenityretreat.com.

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Finishing touches being applied to pool project By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

We’ve seen robins and geese, ladybugs and blooming buds – let’s hope spring is finally here. You can see the workers at the worksite on a regular basis putting the finishing touches on the new Unity swimming pool that is set to open this season. Watch for details on opening dates. St. Peter’s School will be back Monday, April 13. The school is hosting their SCC family dance and silent auction as a fundraiser for school projects April 17. I believe I heard Mr. Wilgenbusch, retired principal, may be providing some of the music. And it is the last feverish stages of music festival practices now that the break is over. The St. Peter’s band, choral speaking groups and choirs are putting the last minute touches on their festival performances that will take place April 22 at the school. Unity Public School will also return from Easter break renewed to finish the school year in style. In addition to their curriculum learning, students involved in both speaking and song performances for the upcoming music festival will be putting their last minute touches on their work to perform April 22 at the school portion of the music festival. April 15 at 7 p.m. will be the school community council annual meeting.

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At Unity Composite High School a busy badminton season and ramping up of practices for the Track and Field Club are on the agenda. April 14 and 15 are the public performances for the drama club. The regional drama festival are coming up right after the Easter break. Graduating students are finding their time at UCHS ticking away as they put the finishing touches on their scholarship applications and remain focused to finish

their high school years on a positive note. Ball season has moved indoors until the diamonds can dry up a little more. Mark May 10 on your calendar as this will be the annual Minor Ball Day that will feature at least one game with every division of minor ball. Soccer will also be hitting the fields as soon as they dry up as registration has taken place. April 18 will be the spring trade show at the Unity curling rink. A number of booths are ready to showcase their merchandise for spring shoppers. This year’s Unity Western Days is moved up to the May 23 weekend. Many of the same action packed events will be taking place

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in addition to continuation of the “celebrity bull riding” event. Organizers want folks to start their training early if they are planning to participate. Opening day at the museum is set for May 10 at 2 p.m. at the Adanac Hall. This event will feature 35th anniversary celebrations. The T-Rex display is arriv-

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ing May 5 and will be held at the museum for several weeks . Coffee row folks are reveling in the signs of spring. Conversations have leaned towards the spring seeding projections, as well as talk on both the NHL season as it leans towards playoffs and the upcoming Rider season. No matter what the topic is,

or which side of topic table they are on, we can be sure they will reconvene tomorrow for a chance to catch up on current events and community activities as well as sharing a few laughs along the way. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time … “Much more than a rental store.”

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Less sorting of recyclables at transfer station Correspondent

There is now one large recycle bin at the transfer station that will take all paper products, newsprint to cardboard, plastics including rinsed milk cartons and jugs with separate bins for tin cans and glass. Now they have people educated to separate stuff they tell us we don’t need to. However one thing people should still do is squash milk containers and all cardboard boxes, which is easily done by stepping on them or taking them apart and flattening them. The North West Mutual Aid is hosting a reception and inquiry training course Saturday, May 9 in the community hall from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The intent of this course is to prepare the community for a disaster necessitating evacuation and explains how to keep track of families. To register call Jacquie at 306-892-4294 before May 5. Everyone is welcome and they hope for a good turnout of people interested in future emergency plans for the village. The next Wellness Clinic is set for April 16 from 8:40 to 10:40 a.m. in the Do Drop In. Marion and Robert Iverson enjoyed the company of their grandson Jason Neville and his two daughters,

eota News Jacey and Hanna, from Cochrane, Alta. over the Easter weekend. They also visited grandparents Bill and Gwen Neville in Caleb Village in North Battleford. The concession at the beach is hoping to open May 12, if the weather cooperates. It will be operated by Gloria Winterhalt, who has some surprises for her clientele this summer. Every Saturday she will have a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. and in time we will learn of other events. The farmers’ market will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting June 20. Home baking and produce tables are most inviting as well as crafts and other items. Did you know a permit is needed to launch your boat at the regional park dock? Bridge games continue, weekly. Contract bridge is played Monday evenings, and this week’s top scores was by Warren Iverson and second was Robert Iverson. Duplicate bridge games played March 24 had high scores go to Joyce Antoine and Donna Scherman, second Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan and third

Glen and Julie Moore in the A division. In the B division top score were Catriona Winterhalt and Cletus Scherman and second were Joyce Luckey and Trudy Iverson. March 31 top scores in the A division were Margaret Dyck and Dave Creegan, second Robert Iverson and Maureen Campbell and in the B division, Mary Greenwald and Joyce Luckey. Condolences go out to the family of the late Maisie Poole of Edam, who passed away March 31. Another pioneer who will be missed so much by her family and all who knew and loved her. A service will be held April 11 at 2 p.m. in Edam. The one-year anniversary is coming up April 24 of the passing of 90-year-old, Keith McMillan, son of Dan and Louise McMillan, in Winnipeg, Man. Keith attended McMillan Public School and Prince High School before graduating as a mechanical engineer from the University of Saskatchewan in 1950. He married Katherine Akre in Flin Flon, Man. and later lived in Regina and then in Winnipeg. Keith worked for the Province of Manitoba for 29 years. They have two sons in Winnipeg, Gary and Brian and his family, and a daughter Janice Gallagher and family in Yorkton and leaves seven grandchildren and eight great-grandchil-

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dren. Keith and Katherine spent 12 years wintering in Apache Junction in Arizona but spent their later years in Dakota House, a home for seniors in Winnipeg where they were happy and contented. Another item of interest that came up in my research of Keith was about the geographical memorial — Hoganson Lake — in northern Saskatchewan. It is named for the brother-in-law of Keith’s sister Marguerite, Harry Hoganson. He lost his life in the Second World War. My search eventually took me to Harry’s sister Shirley Guindon in Courtenay, B.C. who wondered just where this was. One can find this lake on Google, east of Pinehouse, halfway between Lac La Ronge and La Plonge, and a bit north of that line. Twenty-eight years after Ulf Christenson came from Sweden and spent one year in North Battleford attending school, improving his English and staying at the home of Gordon and Amber Pearson, he was reunited with his friend Darcy Maclean. Darcy travelled to Sweden recently. The boys played in a band together back then and have kept in touch over the years. Ulf spent his life working in banking while Darcy went on to teach in Lac du Bonnet, Man. The men did some touring while Darcy was there. The accompanying picture was taken on the River Seine in France. If I could have found

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Pikes enjoy annual Easter bowling event By Helena Pike Correspondent

Monday morning dawned clear and sunny but cool. According to the forecast we are due to have warmer weather as the week progresses. Despite the fact that temperatures have been only a few degrees above zero, the snow continues to disappear and the puddles and sloughs are gradually drying. The Lois Pike fam-

orest Bank ily, 41 family members and friends, enjoyed Easter Sunday afternoon bowling at the Lashburn bowling alleys. This is an annual affair and much appreciated by all who attend, but especially the younger family mem-

Drop In Centre Notes By Dorothy Schwartz Correspondent

MAIDSTONE — Cards were played March 30 at the Maidstone Drop In Centre. High score went to Lil McMillan and low to Dorothy Kissick. I missed cards Monday as I spent the weekend at Medicine Hat with my daughter Linda and husband Larry Fiddler. Summer had reached southern Alberta and golf courses had been played on since the first week of March. Grass was green, tulips were up and gophers were out. I got an early taste of spring. Bingo was played March 31 with a good turnout. Volunteer callers were Jean

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bers who are learning the game. During the evening a potluck supper was enjoyed by all. Keith and Eileen Evans returned last Monday from a week spent with their family in British Columbia. They were guests of their daughter Karen and husband Brian Sjoberg and family who live at Vernon, B.C. While there they had visits with Kathy and Chris Jacobs and family, who drove from their home at Salmon Arm and Joanne and Ben Rawlinson and daughter Emma who drove from Kelowna. So all family members were able to be there except John and family who live in Calgary. Lots of visiting went on over the Easter weekend. Helena Pike and Agnes Oddan were Easter Sunday

Hartman and Margaret MacEachern, who also supplied lunch. The loonie pot was won by Bev Stewart. Gloria McConnell has been involved with CNIB for 22 years. She and a crew of 22 volunteers outdid themselves, raising $5,108 in their 2014 campaign. Cards were played April 6 with Jean Stewart supplying lunch and Margaret MacEachern looking after it in her place. High score went to Denise Newton and low to Lil McMillan.

guests of their family Maurice and Ellen Oddan. As guests we didn’t go out to see the newborn calves and

lambs. They now have seven lambs with more to come and many calves to come. It’s an interesting and very

Village streets finally drying up By Helena Pike The village seemed quiet over the Easter holiday. I guess people were travelling to visit in other places. Hopefully everyone enjoyed their activities. The village streets are slowly drying. It’s been one shower of rain or snow after another that’s been keeping lots of mud around. It’s good to know that Bev Hult has been home from medical treatment in Edmonton and is feeling better. However she will be making return visits to doc-

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