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sewer infrastructure.” The amount of rain the city received is described in the release as a one-in20-year storm, with approximately 59 mm of rain during this period. “City crews are hard at work ensuring that all storm systems are open and that flooded streets are blocked from traffic,” said the release. The public was asked to avoid driving through

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“CT services are an essential element of our health region’s medical imaging program,” Prairie North Chief Executive Officer David Fan says. “Sustaining and upgrading these services with the purchase and installation of new, up-to-date equipment and technology is vital for our patients and our health care providers. We are grateful for the provincial funding and for our local health foundation partners, who eagerly committed to raising the necessary dollars to enhance services for their communities.”

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Dear Editor; Thank you for printing my letter regarding the Viterra influenced ad about how many people one farmer fed in 1900 and how many he supposedly feeds today. However, the line “ – a farmer would have little left to sell,” somehow was changed to “ – a farmer would have little left to seed.” There’s quite a difference. And still on the subject of growing things, some people have asked if I had an answer from the Department of Agriculture about the devastating plant problem of last summer. The answer is still no. The department either doesn’t know or doesn’t care; is there any difference? The main loss here this year is the potato crop, so completely curled that I have decided to destroy the plants. I did see the curling problem in the greenhouse of a big box store. I didn’t tell the manager. At one time I would have felt obliged to help, but life has given me my own slant on the poet Charles Kingsley’s well-known line about being obliged to help dogs over fences. I have found that very often the dog has kicked me in the face as I help it over and onward, and the last I see of it is its rear end. It’s probably then off to tell other dogs it got over the fence all by itself. Big box stores can get along without me. I’d make no difference to their bottom line over a few curled up plants. But let the buyer beware. Christine Pike Waseca

Writer looking for family information

Dear Editor I am seeking assistance in tracing relatives of Alec Royal Rodwell and Elizabeth Craig Rodwell (nee Lennox). Alec was born in Burnham Overy, Norfolk, England, on May 7, 1897. His parents were Marion and Walter Rodwell, “Ironmonger’s Assistant.” Elizabeth Craig Lennox, was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, on Aug. 28, 1889. Her parents were Annie (nee McDonald) and Peter Lennox, “Brass Finisher.” Alec arrived in Canada sometime in 1909 and is listed on the 1916 Census as being the head of household on the Prairie. Alec was granted a parcel of land designated as NE 20-40-18-W3 in the North Battleford area. I understand that Alec worked for the Canadian Pacific Railway for some of his working life.

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Elizabeth Craig Lennox arrived in Canada sometime after Jan. 29, 1909 via Buffalo, N.Y. In later life they lived on Vancouver Island, B. C. I would be most grateful for any information that would help my search for information about Elizabeth, her family and possible descendants. Please feel free to contact me either by email at twining@netspace.net.au or by phone +61 3 62292564. Russell Twining Kingston, Tasmania, Australia

As of Aug. 1, most insurance premiums will be subject to PST. Will this change affect how you buy insurance? • Yes, I will probably buy smaller policies. 19% • No, I buy the insurance I need, taxed or not. 42% • Yes, just because I am against all the new taxes. 30% • No, remember, it’s just the premiums being taxed, not the insured amount. 9%

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Consumers have been warned against negative equity financing. Do you owe more on your vehicle than it’s worth? • Yes, but I’m coping. • Yes, and I don’t know how to get out of this cycle. • Yes, my vehicle was totalled, and I am still paying for it! • No, I was tempted, but opted for a less expensive vehicle to avoid extra debt.

Elizabeth Craig Lennox (standing) and Agnes, her sister, Russell Twining’s grandmother. This photo is in Peter Lennox’s watch, which is still in the family. Photo submitted

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First World problems in southwest Manitoba First off, this column carries a First World problems warning. Secondly, it’s being typed on an cell phone, one which, horror of horrors, has endured a summer of very poor cell coverage. We’re on our way to the family cabin at Sandy Lake, Man. It’s about 20 minutes from Clear Lake, Riding Mountain National Park. Sandy Lake is a nice little hamlet, not some resort village in the boonies. It’s well within what most people would consider civilization. But in the 21st century context, it might as well be the moon. Anyone who complains about SaskTel cellular service, shut up and cross the line into southern Manitoba. I’ll show you what poor service is. As soon as you cross the border, it’s like you enter the portion of the map labelled “there be dragons.” Unless you are on Highway 1, cellular coverage in almost all of southwest Manitoba is atrocious to the point of almost nonexistent. I have heard this many times from people in Manitoba’s oilpatch, which is only found in this region. Only near Virden and close proximity to Rivers do we get anything approaching the level of

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Association 2012 Columnist of the Year service I get in almost any pasture in southeast Saskatchewan. Trust me, covering the oilpatch, I spend a lot of time in pastures. It doesn’t matter if it’s a small town or secondary highway; in southwest Manitoba your coverage is garbage. On the Main Street of Sandy Lake, I cannot make a call, or check email. At our cabin I have found that I can occasionally get three bars slanting on the left side of the barbecue, but not the right. I was doing stories on Virden for Pipeline News and staying in the camper we have as a bunkhouse at the cabin. The only way I could make calls is to slightly open an overhead cupboard, put the phone on speakerphone, and talk at it from a certain angle. We had a contractor doing work on the cabin. I watched the foreman climb on top of the load on their semi, trying to get a call out. I’m not certain

he was successful. Most of the locals don’t have semis conveniently available to climb on. In nearby Erickson, it is also nearly impossible to make a cell phone call. We discovered the Co-op Building Centre there had good coverage, but why? It turns out they had to install a cellular booster in the building. I finally found I could get four bars if I parked on the side of the road near a house on the top of a hill along the highway at Sandy Lake. That’s how I phoned home once a day. I suspect they wondered why this Ford kept parking there, but I think they know they have the only real cell coverage around and put two and two bars together to get four. First World problems, right? Sure, until you realize how intrinsic wireless communication is in everyday life in the 21st century. It’s beyond just phone calls. It’s email,

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On Saturday, Aug. 5, more than 500 people gathered in Paynton to celebrate Canada’s 150th Birthday. They used the celebration to unveil their first ever Paynton History Book. Over the last four years a committee of 12 has been working hard to create a history book for the community. What they didn’t realize is all of the great information they would find in their research. One book slowly turned into two and on Saturday the community got their first glimpse at the books. Because of the response there were two different sittings of the presentation and performance, one at 2 p.m. and one at 4 p.m. The presentation was emceed by Clifford Murphy and the books were unveiled by committee members Marie Ferguson and Roxanne Valliere followed in by honoured guests who helped out with a lot of the photos and stories from the early days. The presentation started with the singing of O Canada by Karla Ferguson and her daughter, Mabel McManus. The Reeve of the RM of Paynton, Kevin Garrett, and the mayor of Paynton, Karolyn Kirby, brought greetings from the community, with Kirby’s message being read by Marg Webb. MLA Larry Doke brought greetings from the Provincial Government and MP Gerry Ritz sent a message which was read by the MC. The committee said their thank yous to the community and everyone who helped out on the project and then handed out gifts to the people in attendance over 90 years of age, and to the families that came the farthest. They then awarded certificates to all of the families who have been in the community for four or more generations, with engraved plaques given to the seven and eight generational families for their longevity. Some roots run deep in the community, being a part of more than one family through various marriages, and plaques were given to six families for having seven or eight Paynton families as their heritage. We then enjoyed a wonderful performance called Welcome Home written by Kathy Covert, a former

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Jennifer Valliere, Roxanne Valliere, Marie Ferguson saying the thank yous and handing out gifts to honoured guests.

Margaret Webb pinning the corsages to the special guests.

Front row of honoured guests: Bev Webb, Arlene Stewart, Carol Charbonneau, Thelma Pope, Vera Valliere, Ellen Philip.

MC Clifford Murphy with Karla Ferguson with daughter Mabel McManus singing O Canada.

Some of the longest generational families presented at the 4 p.m. performance to the children of Edward and Mary Sayers: Diana Ness (for her mother Kay Ness), Doug Sayers (for his father Wayne Sayers) Lottie Tebb, Eileen Lacoursiere. (Missing is Mona Bullock.)

resident of Paynton as her father was the principal of the Paynton school on two different occasions. Her performing group is called Sea to Sea Productions, a mixture of performers from around Saskatchewan.

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Following the second performance we enjoyed a supper of roast beef and ham. And following supper we had a live auction with seven items of local importance, with the main item being the special edition leather-bound set of books,

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with all proceeds from the auction going to help pay for the history books. Once dark, we had a spectacular display of fireworks by George Dutton, which was the perfect ending to a perfect day. Sunday morning

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lage, before they headed for home. There are still books and CDs available from the committee. Please call Enola Valliere at 306-8938002 or Marie Ferguson at 306-895-4825. See more on Page 8.

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RM of Battle River

522 - 100th Street

Check out this 10 acres of land. Partially fenced and has a fantastic view of Battleford. Located just minutes from the Battlefords just 2.5 miles down the sunshine road.

$65,000

Randall Cote MLS®SK700718

1,378 sq. ft. Double detached

Marlene Kotchorek MLS®SK617477

E NR

2 Highland Ave. - Bayview Heights, Jackfish Lake

RM of Leask No. 464 1,380 sq. ft./10 acres Large Double attached

2,180 sq. ft.

$325,000

Lloyd Ledinski MLS®SK616764

$340,000

Brennan Veikle MLS®SK615449

Kayla Petersen MLS®SK599556

RM of North Battleford 480 sq. ft. / 66 acres 1 1 4 km E. of North Battleford just off Hwy 40 on Brada Road

Double detached

$474,900

RM of North Battleford No. 437 1,841 sq. ft. / 40.12 acres Double attached Dorothy Lehman MLS®SK606940

$779,000

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#2 Shady Bay Crescent, Meeting Lake 936 sq. ft. seasonal cabin Short walk to the water Shawna Schira-Kroeker MLS®SK615147

483 - 32nd Street 2

$230,000

JoAnne Iverson

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Shawna Schira-Kroeker REALTOR®

$129,900

DREAM WITH YOUR EYES OPEN

$329,900

Al White MLS®SK603995

Full Time Clinic: 1261 - 100th Street North Battleford, SK S9A 0V6

Let a RE/MAX® agent guide you.

#5 - 2502 Kildeer Drive 1,369 sq. ft. condo Double attached

Broker/ REALTOR®

JoAnne Iverson MLS®SK612846

LOOKING FOR A HOME?

1,216 sq. ft. mobile home Current lot lease is $155/month

Al White

Associate Broker/ REALTOR®

Lloyd Ledinski REALTOR®

Kayla Petersen

Owner/ Associate Broker

Elaine Elder REALTOR®

Brett Payne

Owner/ REALTOR®

Dorothy Lehman REALTOR®

Wally Lorenz

Owner/ REALTOR®

Brennan Veikle REALTOR®

Marlene Kotchorek

Shane Murdoch REALTOR®

Owner/ REALTOR®

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More photos from Paynton’s 150 celebration

Continued from Page 6. Paynton History book committee, back row left to right, Shaunna Rhinehart, Leanne Doud, Jennifer Valliere, Eileen Anderson, John Anderson, Enola Valliere, Marion McDougall, Marg Webb, Velma Foster, Linda Peterson; front, Irene Larmour, Roxanne Valliere, Marie Ferguson.

Roxanne Valliere and Marie Ferguson receiving their personalized books from Ultraprint presented by Joanne Denton.

Piper Tyler Shaw, piping in the special edition book followed by Marie Ferguson and Roxanne Valliere. Photos submitted

Paynton History book launch cake made by Lisa Gerlinsky

Children getting rides in the fire trucks around Paynton: Malcolm Webb, Eva Dutton, Rose Dutton, Sawyer Webb, Jason Mosher.

The ‘Guest Book’ board created by Keith Rhinehart.

Actors from Sea to Sea Productions delivering their production Welcome Home.

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“Art washes from the soul the dust of everyday life” – Pablo Picasso Just some quick notes: The 150 Banners will be displayed at the Western Development Museum until Sept. 1, 2017 – a must see. Next art club meeting - Sept. 5 at lunch time. Club membership fees are due at the beginning of September. Please note that we always welcome new artists to join us.

Wednesday, August 16 @ 9:00 a.m. Remember Show Penning is Unique to Spiritwood Stockyards and it saves you extra shrink which puts more dollars in your pocket.

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Stunning! Look no further than this 1,748 sq. ft. executive home. Open floor plan with 9 ft. ceilings. High-end finishes throughout. Custom maple kitchen with stainless appliances. 3 bedrooms up and 2 down in developed basement. Direct entry to double garage. Call Karen on MLS®SK613528 at 306-441-2224.

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Donna Ray

306-441-9173

(306) 445-5555 or (306) 445-6666

Archie Robinson 306-441-3455

You Get To Add The Picket Fence

Tiny but neat 1 bedroom bungalow has 9’ ceilings. Upgraded custom built (elder wood) kitchen cabinets. Home has been renovated from the studs. Has new insulation, wiring, many new windows, upgraded plumbing, electrical & furnace. Has main floor laundry, full basement. Priced reduced $79,900.00. Call Archie Robinson soon to view MLS®SK591643.

Backing on to Park!

Check out this 1,064 sq. ft. renovated bungalow on westside street close to schools. Siding & windows have been replaced. Open living area with newer flooring & paint. Huge walk-in closet off master. Well developed basement. Single detached garage. Call Karen on MLS®SK607495 at 306-441-7224.

Totally Awesome Best describes this unique home in a great neighborhood. From the moment you step into this inviting home, you will experience the spaciousness of this home. Large entry that allows you to access the quiet living room with a wood burning fireplace and hardwood floor, or turn the other direction to the main level kitchen, dining and family room which features a cozy gas fireplace. Also on the main level is the laundry area and an exercise room with a large hot tub and it’s own 3/4 bath. Climb the open stairway to three extra large bedrooms. The master boasts a new 3/4 bath, walkin closet and two standard closets. Also included upstairs is a renovated 4 piece bath. Newer fence, deck and shed, plus all the appliances, double attached garage and the list goes on. Don’t miss this one of a kind home. MLS®SK701237. Call Brian for your personal viewing.

New Home

Family Friendly

Check out this great west side family home! This spacious bungalow at 1297 sq feet, features 4 bedrooms, with potential for 5th bedroom, 3 baths, a large living room plus full basement development including a family /games room perfect for a growing family. Spacious yard with mature landscaping includes garden space, screened enclosed deck and greenhouse/shed. This home is conveniently located close to the Discovery Co-op Mall, Holy Family, Bready, EMBM and John Paul II schools, as well as green space and walking trails. Extra’s include central air conditioning, water softener, all appliances, and attached single car garage. Recent improvements include paint and updated main and basement baths. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Call Donna Ray today for your personal viewing! MLS®SK702304

Check out this custom build in Battleford’s prestigious Te l e g r a p h Heights. Open floor plan complete with high end finishings including hardwood and tile flooring, custom maple kitchen cabients with island and lots of storage (Bernier Millworks) plus a large walk-in pantry. Master bedroom features walk-in closet and ensuite. Natural gas fireplace in living room. Finished basement with 9’ ceilings and 36” windows to allow lots of natural light. Basement features spacious living area and 2 large bedrooms and full bathroom. New home warranty provided. MLS®SK577574. Call Kevin 306-441-5960 to arrange a viewing.

Great Opportunity!

“Tara” condo now available! East facing unit and located on quiet west side street. This unit has had many updates such as newer paint, laminate and laminate tile throughout. Spacious U shaped kitchen and dining area. Kitchen comes equipped with garburator, reverse osmosis and appliances. Living room leads to large balcony. Two bedroom and 1 1/2 baths, storage/utility room with front load washer and dryer included. Underground parking & storage. Tara is a well maintained complex and features a large entertainment area, complete with elevator and wheel chair access. Call Donna Ray or Karen McMillan for your personal viewing! MLS®SK601848.

Affordable Condo

Cozy 2 bedroom unit in Parkview Manor. Oak kitchen and trim. Fresh paint throughout most of the unit. 5 appliances remain. Laundry/storage unit features closet and shelving. Give Brian a call at 306-441-6433 to view this first floor condo in a great apartment style condo. MLS®SK592333.

Extra Large VLA Lot!

This spacious home features upgraded windows. 2 mid-efficient furnaces, oak kitchen and plenty of room to raise a growing family. Newer double detached garage and still a ton of space to add a shop if need be. Upstairs features 3 bedrooms, 2 living rooms, office/den and an updated 4 piece bath. 1/2 bath off master. Basement has large games room, bedroom, workshop, 4 piece bath, laundry and storage. If you are looking for space inside and out this property is for you! Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 or Brian Lampitt on MLS®SK615465.

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Immaculate! West side bungalow listed at $109,900.00. Very well constructed 2 bedroom. Newer paint inside and out. Lots of kitchen cabinets - breakfast bar. Cork floors. Park-like yard backing onto park. Call Karen McMillan today on MLS®SK617090 at 306-441-2224.

You Deserve The Best!

With this top quality, well cared for bi-level in Fairview Heights. Wide open entrance to living area. Maple floors throughout upstairs. Lots of cabinets in kitchen. Large master with spa bath & walk-in closets. Beautiful basement development. 3 sided fireplace. Energy efficient home. Heated 3 car garage. Yard is out of a gardening magazine. Call Karen or Gregg on MLS®SK701618.

Pride of Ownership!!

This 2 storey home has been cared for by the same owners since 1992 and it shows! Built with 2x6 construction, this home is all about energy efficiency with both high efficient furnace and air conditioner. The large kitchen comes complete with high end stainless steel appliances and top of the line granite counter tops and a large island. Enjoy a cup of coffee out back on the deck with no neighbors in your view as it is open to Centennial Park. This is a double attached garage with direct entry to the house and a paved RV asphalt pad out back with 30 amp services. Shingles were replaced in 2016 and are fiberglass. Los of space for your growing family in this well cared for home!! Call Tracy at 306-441-1981 your showing today! MLS®SK600556. DU

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Like Brand New!

This completely renovated home is a must see! You name it and its been done! You will be wowed when you walk in the front door with the vaulted ceiling and the amazing new light fixtures. The whole house was painted inside giving it a fresh new look. Upgrades include new flooring in the front living room, kitchen and bedroom, new windows throughout including window coverings, interior doors all replaced and new garage doors. The yard was freshly landscaped last year, front and back, including a grand deck off the patio doors. And you will love the updated balcony off the master on those warm summer nights! This house must be seen to appreciate the work that was put into it! Many more updates, call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 for more information! MLS®SK610488.

Titled Lot!

Located in Battleford, this 1,184 sq. ft. trailer has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and 2 living spaces. There are a few newer windows and some flooring has been updated as well. Large closet in the master bedroom, central air, all appliances will remain. There are 2 sheds out back in the fenced yard and a deck off the side of the house. Call to view this affordable trailer today! Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 for your showing today. MLS®SK611810.

(306) 445-5555 or (306) 445-6666

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Gregg Sheppard 306-441-7242

Check out this 1,172 sq. ft. 3 bdrm home situated on a large lot (75x125) in the friendly community of Meota. Large triple pane windows allowing lots of natural light into the living room and dining room. Main floor laundry. Detached heated double garage. Call Kevin to arrange your personal viewing at 306-441-5960. MLS®SK608441.

This home has been nicely updated in the past 2 years. New white kitchen, new windows, new shingles, plus energy efficient furnace and recent water heater. The bathroom, baseboards and casings, interior paint and much more. The basement has an additional bedroom/den with the rest open for your future development. Nicely fenced and landscaped yard. Very neat and clean. Great starter, retirement or just a great place to live. Near new asphalt driveway. Call Brian Lampitt to view MLS®SK610258. RE

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Great Starter Home! This 840 sq. ft. home has been well looked after by the same home owners for 32 years! Featuring 3 bedrooms upstairs and a good size bathroom with new flooring and tub surround. The basement is totally finished with a cozy family room and a 2 piece bathroom. High efficient furnace and water heater were both replaced in 2014. Completely fenced in large yard, carport will be included. Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 for more details today! MLS®SK613613.

Attractive Revenue Home

Revenue Plus!

This 3 bedroom is currently leased & bringing a good return. Includes an extra long garage that has room for workshop. Located on quiet crescent close to Civic Centre. Call Archie for your viewing of MLS®SK601762. W NE

This raised bungalow style home has the potential for revenue property or home with help for the payments. Main floor has 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. Lower level 2 bedroom suite with bath plus 1 bedroom suite with bath. Projected revenue of $30,300/year. For more details, call Archie Robinson at 306-441-3455 or Kevin Menssa at 306-441-5960 on MLS®SK701194.

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Family Favoured! Check out this great west side family home! This 4 level split features 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, a large living room plus 2 additional family/game rooms which are perfect for a growing family. Spacious fenced yard with deck and storage shed. This home is conveniently located close to the Discovery Co-op Mall, Holy Family, Bready, EMBM, and John Paul II schools as well as greenspace and walking trails. Extras include a wood burning fireplace, all appliances, mature landscaping and attached single car garage. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 for your personal viewing. New MLS®SK5606915.

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Excuse Me!!

Did you miss the details on this west side property? Did you miss that it is almost 1200 sq feet or that it has 3 + 1 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 fireplaces, an attached direct entry garage and is very close to elementary schools? Priced @ $209,900. Call Brian Lampitt on MLS®616477.

Great Starter Home!

Check out this great starter home or could be used as revenue property. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and main level laundry. Home has many updates including flooring, vinyl siding, kitchen cabinets and countertops. Portable air conditioning unit also included. Call Kevin Menssa at 306-441-5960 on MLS®SK615290 today!

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$205,900.00

Great location close to schools and green space. Family home offers 1142 sq feet with large Living/Dining room. Main floor has 3 spacious bedrooms with ensuite off master. Newer laminate throughout most of main floor. Bathrooms have been updated. Basement is partially developed with bedroom, storage. Newer double garage built in 2012, 10 foot walls, 26X28. Recent updates include shingles in approx. 2014. High efficiency hot water heater in 2013. High Energy Efficient furnace. This home has lots of potential, would make a great first home. Call today Donna Ray or Karen McMillan today for your personal viewing. MLS®SK701649.

Great Location

This west side property is a 4 level split with a huge back yard. Lots of garage space as well, with a single attached and a double detached in the back yard. A total of 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Located close to elementary schools and reasonably close to JPII high school. Lots of kitchen cabinets, hardwood flooring on the main level. 3/4 bath, bedroom/office and laundry on 3rd level. Finished 4th level. Call Brian to view MLS®SK608276.

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Investment Opportunity!!

Newer paint and flooring throughout this duplex. Each side boasts 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bath. Recent service to furnaces on both sides. Each side also includes fridge, stove, washer and dryer. North side is presently vacant. Located close to hospital and downtown. Call Brian Lampitt at 306-441-6433 for more details. MLS®SK602067.

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(306) 445-5555 or (306) 445-6666 Great Space! This well cared for home in the town of Edam has the space you need inside and out! Situated on 2 lots, the back yard gives you a park like feel. There is a double, insulated garage attached to the house by an enclosed breezeway. Upstairs boasts a large entrance at the side door. 3 bedrooms and one bathroom. There is a large living room that flows nicely into the dining room and kitchen area. The basement is finished with another bedroom and bathroom. All appliances will remain. Central air and an updated EE furnace. Call Tracy @ 306-441-1981 today for your showing! MLS®SK617270.

Wilkie!

Renovated character home located close to school. Many upgrades done in 2014. 2 bedrooms with partially developed basement. Includes 11’x21’ plus 14’ x22’ garage. Call Archie for more information or to view. Listed at $107,900.00. MLS®SK603921.

Awesome 1316 sq foot bungalow built in 2012. Top quality though out. Well decorated. Large open entrance. High end flooring. Beautiful maple kitchen with stainless appliances. Main floor utility. Full bath and walk-in closet in master. Developed basement. Large covered deck and beautiful yard. 24 x 24 heated garage. Lots of extras. Call Karen @ 306-441-2224 on MLS®SK702343.

Brand New Home!

Bright open concept brand new home! Main floor boasts a beautiful kitchen with a dining nook with lots of natural light, a dining room, living room and a half bath. The second level has a second floor laundry, 3 bedrooms, one full bath plus a bathroom off the master. Call Tricia for your viewing at 306-441-5219. MLS®SK604393.

Edam Gem

Great revenue property or a first home! This little gem is very clean and has a full basement. It also boasts a single car garage. The seller will reshingle the roof and replace the front door. Call Tricia for your viewing at 306-441-5219. MLS®SK604957.

For A Start

Compact bungalow located close to hospital and schools. Recent improvements include new furnace 2014 & hot water heater 2016. 2 bedrooms, 4 piece bath, basement open for development. All appliances are included, plus 2 sheds in back of property. This home would be a great revenue opportunity or first home. Large fenced back yard. Priced to sell at $57,700.00! Call Donna Ray for your personal showing today. MLS®SK6059549.

Amazing Location!

Great Family Home!

This 960 sq. ft. home has been treated to many great upgrades in the past few years. Triple pane windows upstairs, hardwood floors, central air, newer hot water heater just to name a few. There are 3 bedrooms up, one down and two full baths. The back yard is totally fenced in with a new deck off the kitchen and the exterior has been freshly painted. Double insulated garage out back as well as a long driveway out front for extra parking. This home has even more to offer, call Tracy for your private showing today to find out! MLS®SK612631.

Revenue Opportunity!

This well looked after raised bungalow has a renovated basement suite with its own separate entrance, updated bathroom, refinished kitchen cabinets and new flooring throughout. Majority of the windows in the house have been updated, water heater in 2015 and an updated fance. Upstairs is currently rented out with great tenants who would like to continue to stay. Each suite has its own meters, furnaces and panels. Appliances for each suite included, washer & dryer is shared. Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 for more details. MLS®SK613444.

Situated on 16th Avenue, enjoy the beautiful sunsets as this house backs onto Railway Avenue! Tons of space for your growing family with over 1,900 sq. ft., 5 bedrooms in total and 3 bathrooms. There is a single attached garage plus extra parking on the side of the house for RVs or extra vehicles. There is a n updated kitchen, central air & it is just steps away from Bready Schools. Call Tracy at 306-441-1981 to make your move to this great home today! MLS®SK6147221

Family Home in Edam

Many updates have been on this good family home located in Edam. This 4 level split features upgrades to windows (except living room), most flooring, paint, shingles, new fence in back and landscaping. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and plenty of living space inside and out. Call Brian for details on MLS®SK610872.

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Executive 2 Storey Split

In Battleford on quiet south end street. Very clean and shiny. Open design with cathedral ceilings. Large maple kitchen with walk-in pantry. 2 large bedrooms and full bath on main. Master bedroom on 2nd level with spa bathroom. Developed basement with lots of natural light. Direct entry to heated 26’ x 26’ garage. Extra RV parking. Call Karen at 306-441-2224 on MLS®SK611065.

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Awesome Battleford Bungalow!

Totally renovated home is perfection plus all the modern décor. Hardwood floors, newer kitchen & bathrooms. 3 bedrooms up & 1 down. Basement is fully developed. High EE furnace & air conditioning. Attached heated garage. Beautiful yard. Call Karen on MLS®SK701845.

The Best of the Best!

On Janet Drive, Battleford. 1,332 sq. ft. bungalow that has been completely renovated on the upper level. Newer kitchen, flooring & bathrooms. 3 & 2 bedrooms. Developed basement. Direct entry to heated 2 car garage. Great landscaping. Call Gregg Sheppard at 306-441-7242 on MLS®SK611061.

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Residential One of a kind!

This totally renovated 1,240 sq. ft. bungalow is a must see! The kitchen has been recently renovated featuring custom Bernier Millworks cabinets, a custom built barn wood island and even custom built light fixtures. The living room is open concept with the kitchen and it features a cozy wood burning fireplace. With a total of 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and a den there is no lack of space for each member of your family. Majority of the windows have been replaced, all flooring has been updated, energy efficient furnace, the updates are endless. And not to mention the zen like patio, well cared for yard and sunroom just off the kitchen. If you are looking for a modern move-in ready bungalow here is your chance! Call Tracy at 306-441-1981 for your showing today! New MLS®SK614139.

Unique!

Ordinary will not do with this beautifully renovated character home in Battleford. The house has been completely redone from the inside out including wiring & plumbing. Maple kitchen with walk-in pantry. Fireplace in the living room. Main floor laundry & 3/4 bath. 3 bedrooms up - spa bathroom. Open basement and more. 2 car garage with loft. Don’t miss out on MLS®SK611679. Call Karen McMillan at 306-441-2224. D RE

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(306) 445-5555 or (306) 445-6666 4 Level Split

Check out this well maintained 4 level split with detached double garage in a mature neighborhood. Features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Master bedroom features 3 piece bath with heated floors. Main bathroom also features heated floor as well as jetted tub. Kitchen is well lit and has a moveable island to set up your kitchen to suit your needs. Large back yard has large garden area as well as a patio with integrated fire pit. Call Kevin Menssa at 306-441-5960 for your private viewing. MLS®SK614266.

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Heated Shop! This 2002 square foot concrete block shop and office is located on 5 lots in the heart of downtown in Cut Knife. Overhead heat, currently used for storage but could be a great shop Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 for more details. MLS®SK604537. For the Investor!!!

1,800 sq. ft. well maintained commercial building. High traffic location with solid government lease in place. Shows a cap rate of 8% cinder block building, full basement. Has truss rafter system with monofoam insulated membranes on roof (done in 2013). Drywall & carpeted interior, 5 offices, conference area, reception and lobby. Bonus lease area can generate more income in basement. Call Archie Robinson or Kevin Menssa for more details. MLS®SK701181.

Phoenix Sports Building

21,000 sq. ft. Highway Commercial Building, previously Hunters Trailer and Marine and Subsequent, Phoenix Sports. 1.37 acres of land with great exposure on North end of city close to majority of car dealerships. Good value for a new business venture. If one wishes to enter into a long term lease, a match to an investor is possible with a lease rate as low as $8.00 sq. ft. triple net. Call Brian Lampitt for further details on MLS®SK591133.

Prime Location

This 6,000 sq. ft. building (former Kal Tire), is a steel frame, metal clad building located on the 100th Street business corridor There are two 14’ x 10’ doors and two `1’ x 10’ doors, 2 mezzanines 24’ x 24’ and 18’ x 18’. Central heating and air conditioning in the office and showroom areas. The shop area has 2 radiant heaters and an overhead furnace. The mezzanine above the office and showroom is the lunch area and has two washrooms. Outside has a fenced compound. Call Brian Lampitt at 306-4455555 on MLS®SK588198.

Commercial Lots

MLS®SK547235 & MLS®SK547236 total 130’ frontage and 100’ depth. Make an offer to close the estate on Lot 5 and Lot 6 located on the highway in Cochin. Ask for Gregg to get the details.

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Only minutes to North Battleford is the location of this 1896 sq. ft. bungalow with attached heated 3 car garage with direct entry. Top quality throughout with walk-in closet and 4 piece ensuite off master bedroom. Fully developed basement. Cathedral ceiling and maple cabinets. Call Gregg for further details on this MLS®SK605855.

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Affordable country living. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, kitchen with oak cabinets, living room featuring a natural wood burning fireplace and main floor laundry. Deck off the side entrance to enjoy some outdoor living and a well manicured yard including some fruit trees on 10 acres of land. Call Kevin to arrange your personal viewing. 306-441-5960. MLS® SK602066

40 Acres

Check out this 1,632 sq. ft. bungalow placed on 40 acres only 13 KM from town. Home features main floor laundry, large sunken living room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, den, and kitchen with an abundance of oak cabinets. Yard site is approximately 10 acres with several fruit trees and large garden space. Features double car garage with workspace and in floor heat (26x38) as well as another outbuilding (60x30). Call Kevin to arrange your personal viewing. (306) 441-5960. MLS®SK700340.

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22.78 Acres Hwy. 16 & Poundmaker Trail

Presently zoned FUD (Future Urban Development). Has a grand view of the river valley. Located across from Humpty’s restarant in North Battleford. Great potential for a range of uses. Use your imagination. Priced $275,000. Call Archie Robinson soon re: MLS®SK553886.

Spectacular View

22 acres with a great river view of the North Saskatchewan River Valley. Located on the way from highway 16 to the North Battleford golf course. Zoned A2 any development would require city approval and extensive engineering costs. Priced at $250,000. Call Archie Robinson MLS®SK546230.

Prime Property

160 acres located in Battleford Town limits. Suitable for acreages as 160 acres adjacent are all sold! Gently rolling hills and river valley view from some locations. Located on grid read. Call Gregg for details. MLS®SK 584930

Possibilities

Are many with this 17 acre parcel of land. This site is located about 8 kms southwest of Battleford on Highway 29. The acreage is naturally subdivided by the highway, municipal road and the 1/4 line. Call Brian Lampitt for details on MLS®SK591675

Rare Opportunity

To own 160 acres with in view of the Battlefords and located 4 miles west on Leo Mitchell Road which is just west of West Park subdivision. Lots of trees and approximately 55 acres of hay, Call Gregg on MLS®SK585360.

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Amazing Acreage located on Highway 40 approx. 25 kms out of North W Battleford! This acreage features a great home with newer siding, NE shingles, vinyl clad windows and beautiful cathedral ceiling in the living room. Large vaulted windows and natural gas fireplace compliment this open concept living and dining room area. Dining area leads to inviting sunroom complete with wood stove. Home has recently been painted and features laminate flooring throughout most of the main floor. U shaped kitchen includes all appliances. 2 spacious bedrooms up, with 1/2 bath off master and large closet, 4 pc. bath off porch. Partially developed basement, mechanical room, and bonus room which could be used for a den or additional storage. Well established landscaping includes deck, paving stone patio and walks. Large garden and fire pit area. Single detached garage. Quonset with 220 amp power, barn has been converted to workshop. Pens on site for animals, natural gas, plus a good well, septic tank with pump out. Call Donna Ray or Karen McMillan for your personal showing today! MLS®SK604028. PR

Battle Ridge Estates

Country living within 5 minutes of city limits. Kitchen features natural gas range, large island, maple cabinets and tile backsplash. Hardwood floors throughout main level and vinyl planking throughout lower level. Well designed mechanical system including high efficient furnace, central air, air exchanger, in-floor heat, 200 AMP power service, wired for generator back-up. Water treatment and more. Triple car attached heated garage. Yard is landscaped with curbing, deck area and rolling yard with great fire pit area. Call Kevin to arrange your personal viewing at 306-441-5960. MLS®SK601826.

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Beach front year round home or cabin on the shores of Maymont Beach, Murray Lake. Sandy beach. 2 bedroom home. Double garage & interlocking block driveway. Includes all appliances, natural gas and electric heat. Call Archie at 306-445-5555 for more information or to view MLS®SK578099.

This serviced lot just steps away from Hunts Cove main beach has a single garage with a 3 piece bathroom situated in it. Septic tank and summer water are hooked up as well. This lot could be used as is or further developed with a great summer home! It could also be used for extra parking and storage for current cabin owners in the area looking for more space. Call Tracy at 306-441-1981 for more details today! MLS®SK613996.

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Lanz Point, Murray Lake

A lake lot with a view! This is the perfect place to build your dream home. Imagine sipping iced tea on your deck and watching the sunset. Come and relax on one of the quietest beaches around! Call Tricia Heidel for more information at 306-441-5219. MLS®SK609141.

Lanz Point Lot!!

Nestled at the south end of Murray Lake, this lake front lot has been fully serviced with power, energy, water and a 1400 gallon septic tank. Also a partial fence has been added to both sides of the property. All levies have been paid in full. Don’t miss out on the chance to enjoy lake front living at its finest! Call Tracy Voigt on MLS®SK599137 at 306-4411981.

New Cabin

...under construction. 1024 sq. ft. located on quiet cul de sac at Pelican Point, Murray Lake. Double detached 27 x 24 ft. heated garage. Open concept floor plan with living room, kitchen and dining room, main floor laundry & 2 piece bath. Upper deck off master bedroom to enjoy the great lake views. Call Donna Ray at 306-4419173 for your personal viewing. New MLS®SK615133.

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from this beautiful 1,323 sq. ft. newer bungalow! Bright open living area with cathedral ceilings. High end finishes throughout. Custom kitchen with stainless appliances. Natural gas fireplace in living room. 3 bedrooms. Walk-in closet and full bath off master. 3 car heated garage. Professinally landscaped. Call Karen on MLS®SK606972 at 306-445-5555.

Lake Life Awaits You!!

Located in the town of Meota, this 1,512 sq. ft. home is lake living at its finest. There is plenty of room for your family and fiends with a total of 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The walkout basement gives you a ton of natural light and a beautiful view of the lake with new flooring throughout. The view gets even better when you head upstairs which has vaulted ceilings and plenty of windows which have all been replaced within the past years. There is a deck both up and downstairs and a large grassed area on the lake side. No need for a septic tank or well as it’s connected to the town’s sewer and water services. Close to town’s amenities, double attached garage, updated ensuite, the list goes on and on. Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 today for your personal showing! MLS®SK602330.

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306-441-1981 Love Lake Living?

Lake front cabin located on PopN lar Crescent, Aquadeo Beach. Walk through your patio doors to an amazing view from your large private deck complete with gazebo. This compact cabin features open concept living, dining and kitchen areas, with 2 bedrooms and one bath. Recent upgrades to cabin include vinyl siding, metal soffits and laminate. Water heater replaced in 2015. Enclosed storage area under deck, water tax levy has been paid in full. Travel trailer/bunk house is included. This cabin includes all furnishings, appliances, patio furniture and dock. Get the jump on summer! Don’t miss out on this great affordable family cabin! Call Donna Ray 306-441-9173. for your personal showing MLS®SK598514 EW

Immaculate Fairway Townhome at Elk Ridge Resort backing onto the golf course. This premium condo unit features 3 bedrooms plus loft, 2 full baths and sleeps 11 people comfortably. Condo is move in ready with many improvements such as newer paint, newer flooring and upgraded furnishings. Must be seen to be appreciated. All appliances, TV, furnishings, window treatments, BBQ, patio furniture are included plus a well equipped kitchen. This unit is currently owner occupied but could be put into the Elk Ridge Rental Pool if so desired. Elk Ridge is a four season resort offering 27 holes of golf, a luxury hotel, pool, gym, spa, restaurants, and is only minutes away from Prince Albert National Park and Waskesiu Lake. Call Donna Ray to view this great property. MLS®SK580198.

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Resort Living at Best!

This immaculate 1632 sq. ft. condo plus finished walkout basement is located at picturesque Elk Ridge Resort! Open concept kitchen, dining, and living room features main floor master bedroom,, adjoining bath, plus 2 additional bedrooms on 2nd floor, 4 pc bath and open loft living space. This condo is move in ready, walkout basement with large family room, den, 3 p/c bath, and laundry room. Includes refrigerator, stove, B/I dishwasher, washer, dryer, water softener, central air conditioning and all window treatments. Attached garage with direct entry. This condo, in the prestigious Eagle View Villa’s is sure to exceed your exceptions whether you want a permanent residence or vacation getaway! Call Donna Ray to view this property. MLS®SK594086

Pristine Lakefront Property!!

Pelican Point Lot!

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by...this lake front lot is a rare find on a sought after beach. There is an existing septic tank, retaining wall recently built and services up to the property including winter water. All levies have been paid in full. Call Tracy for more information before it’s gone! Summer will be here before you know it! MLS®SK604193.

Lakeside Living!

Great opportunity for an affordable year round residence at Pelican Point, Murray Lake! This neat bungalow offers an attached single garage with direct entry to home. Mature landscaped yard, home and deck over looks beautiful Murray Lake and is located on a quiet cul-de-sac. Open concept living, dining and kitchen area with convenient main floor laundry. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths plus a fully developed basement. Main floor has been recently painted. Includes all appliances, storage shed, window treatments, and features central air conditioning. Call Donna Ray at 306-441-9173 today for your personal viewing! MLS®SK607368.

Pristine Lakefront Property!! Located on the prestigious Sparrow Place Beach, this 2,109 square foot waterfront home is where you want to be! The main floor is set up perfectly for entertaining as it is all open concept with a spectacular view of Jackfish Lake. With tile stretching across the main floor you don’t need to worry if a little sand is tracked in from the beach! The lakeside deck gives you the perfect oasis to sit and enjoy a drink with friends and family while the kids play in the sand bottom water. And with no neighbors to the East it will feel like your own private getaway!! There is a giant trailer parking pad at the rear of the property for guests to stay and if you need more rooms, plans have been drawn up to build over the garage. This property needs to be seen in person to really understand what it has to offer. Call Tracy Voigt at 306-441-1981 for your private showing today!! MLS®SK601979

Lanz Point, Murray Lake

Year round home at Lanz Point. Come and enjoy the lake at this very private cabin. This level waterfront cabin boasts a nice sandy beach. The cabin is fully winterized, has just been renovated and is partially furnished. There is a double detached insulated garage to store all your toys. Call Tricia for your viewing at 306-441-5219. New MLS®SK616780.

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Adventures at the Museum program continues orden Radisson

By Lorraine Olinyk Correspondent

On Saturday afternoon of Aug. 5, the Borden Museum held Adventures at the Museum with Helen Sutherland talking about the Wake Family, particularly Joshua, who had hand carved a ship, The Star of India , a full-rigged iron windjammer. Built in 1863 and after sailing from Great Britain to India and New Zealand, it became a salmon hauler from Alaska to California. It was retired in 1926. She also spoke about The Fly-

Adventures at the Museum with Helen Sutherland who spoke on the Star of India ship and The Flying Scotsman train Aug. 5.

ing Scotsman train that ran from Edinburgh to London starting in 1862. Helen spoke of the many things

that Joshua accomplished while living at Borden, being very active in the community and province, help-

Donation to Fred Light Museum The Eagle Hills Community Club recently donated $3,580.62 to the Fred Light Museum in Battleford. At right, presenting the cheque was Robert Laycock (centre) to Bernadette Leslie, manager, and Floyd Andersen, chairman. Below, members of the club at the presentation were, left to right, Nancy Wappel, Jeanne Laycock, Todd and Susan Degenstein, Diane Owen and Robert Laycock. Photos submitted

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ing to start the local Co-op and grocery store in 1935 as well as the Wheat Pool. He was on Great Bend 405 council, secretary treasurer of Thistledale School where Helen taught and did many things for the school. Helen also spoke on other families who were involved with the Society of Friends, or Quakers, who moved to Borden from England and built a church here – Hindes, Crabbs, McCheanes and the Wakes. She told of the customs of those families and of the Quaker Church, and then further community involvement of Bill Wake, who worked with the library, starting kids’ story time and summer programs, showed films from the National Film Board on his projector, and was involved with the Moral Rearmament movement. After the presentation, lunch and beverages

were served to those present. The next Adventure at the Museum is Ruben Rempel talking about bellows on Aug. 12 at 2 p.m. The Museum is open Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with student Kaitlyn Bowes on hand to show visitors around and Sunday by appointment at 306-997-5600. Aug. 12 and 13 is the annual Radisson Agricultural Fair, with entries in on Friday, the 11th. On Saturday. the parade is at 11 a.m., gymkhana starts at noon, ball games and

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Mavis Bellisle. The art in many windows are prints on foam boards rather than the originals. This allows for easy hanging and prevents accidents to original work. Photo by Josh Greschner

Monica Kitching. Photo by Josh Greschner

Spiritwood features work of local artists

‘ We used to be known for the rodeo, now we’re going to be known for the arts.’ By Josh Greschner Staff Reporter

Along Spiritwood’s Main Street are sights you wouldn’t expect to see in a town of 1,000. In the library’s window are lakeside scenes, while in the window of The Nines hair salon, stands a rooster in bold colour. A number of businesses along Spiritwood’s Main Street are featuring the work of local artists and artists from the surrounding area in its windows. The idea was Heather Beauchesne’s, a local physiotherapist and artist. In 2016, artist Mavis Bellisle approached Beauchesne to establish the presence of art in town. Beauchesne, along with Northern Lakes Economic Development Corporation’s Managing Director Bevra Fee, asked local businesses if they’d allow for art to be showcased in display windows they weren’t using. The first building to have art in its windows was the RM of Spiritwood building. Businesses gradually allowed art to be displayed in their windows, although Beauchesne said it was sometimes a hard sell

at the beginning. “A lot of people wanted to wait and see before they’d say yes to something.” Now, Fee said, there is art in “pretty much all the windows in town that are available.” Beauschesne said she initially expected only three or four artists to participate, but interest grew. The work of 12 artists is currently featured. Fee was also surprised by the local interest. “I didn’t know a little northern prairie town was interested in the arts,” Fee said. “It’s not only locals, it’s tourism. Lots of people come through the area. It’s really sparked an interest I didn’t know we had.” Artists that came along with the Regional Optimist for a tour were Mavis Bellisle, Taylor Olson, Monica Kitching, Rigmor Clarke from Shell Lake, Nathan Pinsent from Leoville (who said he’s been marketing himself for 26 years), and Pat Jacobson. Most featured artists are self-taught, with some art classes here and there. Fee and Beauchesne said the plan is to try to secure funding for a gallery space and an artist-in-residence. The gallery space would be

the RM building in town. In order to prevent too much art in the building at once, Fee said an option is to showcase the work of two artists at once, while the other work would stay in its respective windows. “We’ve had so much interest with people coming into the offices and businesses where the artwork is, looking for the gallery,” Fee said. Pat Jacobson said she likes the art along Main Street because not needing to go into a building allows for more people to see the art, and walking tours offer an opportunity to walk around and chat. Jacobson has displayed her work in the Chapel and Allen Sapp galleries in North Battleford. She said people are more likely to judge art that’s in a gallery, rather than just admire it. “Sometimes as an artist it doesn’t matter to me if they like it or not,” Jacobson said. Along Main Street, “if you like it, you like it. If you don’t, you don’t.” Monica Kitching said she enjoys the opportunity to display her work to the public. “I’m 60 and starting over again on a new journey in

life.” She said her family inspired her to start painting again. “The door’s open for me, and I’m loving it.” Art in Main Street windows began in May and will continue until September. Beauchesne wrote in an email that the program wasn’t driven by an artist collective, but rather by individuals and town representatives. Artists in the Spiritwood and surrounding area are encouraged to contact Beauchesne or Fee. Featuring art in Main Street windows, Beauchesne added, is something any town can start doing. Fee said she’s embracing Spiritwood’s new artistic side. “We used to be known for the rodeo, now we’re going to be known for the arts,” Fee said. She said she often hears of rural towns disappearing and changing for the worse, but art along Main Street is an example of the community thriving. “We’re holding our own and maybe even winning the battle a bit.”

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Bandits impress as Western Canadian hosts By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

Going into a major tournament is always an interesting experience. Being the host team and being involved in the event preparations to make sure everything goes off without a hitch is an even harder task. For the Battleford Bandits, not only did they find themselves right in the mix for a playoff spot all weekend, but they had to host the 2017 Western Canadian U14 Softball Championship at Battlefords Flats Park. “Coming into this weekend with eight teams from Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba and Saskatchewan coming here, we really didn’t know what to expect,” Bandits coach Regan Lavallee said. “The girls exceeded my expectations with how well they held their own in every game and we were in the tournament right until the end. “I know everyone involved with the host committee has been so busy, especially in the last week leading up to this in making sure everything was okay, but it seems like everyone enjoyed themselves and it was a great experience for the out of town teams.” The Bandits started

Rees Kachmarski eyed up the ball during the Battleford Bandits game against the Westman Magic at Battleford Flats Park Sunday. Photo by Lucas Punkari

off the tournament with a pair of victories Friday, as they edged out the Sherwood Park Storm from Sherwood Park, Alta., in a 8-7 affair and then prevailed over the Manitoba Thunder from Winnipeg in a 11-10 slugfest. Despite dropping a 6-4 battle to the British Columbia based South Delta Invaders Friday night and suffering 12-5 and 6-0 setbacks to the Lloydminster Liners of Alberta and the eventual champion Surrey Storm of British Columbia, the Bandits still had a chance to make the playoffs en-

tering their final roundrobin game. Although they came up short in a 9-2 contest with the Westman Magic from Brandon, Man., the Bandits’ fate was already sealed earlier in the morning Sunday when the Unity Panthers won their game and ended any chance of a tiebreaker. “For the most part, we had a chance to get runs on the board in every game that we played, but we just weren’t able to capitalize on our chances,” Lavallee said. “We would have loved to have come away with a win in the final day, but it

didn’t work out for us. We were able to make sure everyone got in to play in our last game though, which was something we wanted to do.” To prepare for the Western Canadians, the Bandits spent the season playing games in the Girls Prairie League Softball circuit, which saw them in mini-tournaments throughout the course of the summer. “The level of play that we faced from the teams we saw from Alberta was very similar to what we faced here, so that really helped us get to used to the type of games that we

had over the weekend,” Lavallee said. “I remember thinking that we would be in tough against the British Columbia teams, as we had heard that they were very good, but I was really proud of how well they hung in against them.” When it came to the behind the scenes operations of the Western Canadians, the one major concern was with what Mother Nature had to offer over the course of the four-day event. The biggest challenge came at the completion of Friday’s slate of games, as a storm left the four fields wet. “The outfield looked like a river was running through it at one point,” Lavallee said. “When we arrived Saturday morning, it was completely soaked. “Our grounds crew did a fabulous job of getting everything fixed up. We saw what they could do a year ago when we hosted the U12 provincials and they could get the job done here. They exceeded what they did a year ago and they jumped on any issues that we had.” One of the people that noticed the amount of work that the volunteers put into the event was Phil Ransome, who is the coach of the boys’ division champion Barriere

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Members of the Surrey Storm raced towards pitcher Katie McMillan after their 4-3 triumph over the Lloydminster Liners in the Western Canadian U14 Softball Championship girls’ division final at Battleford Flats Park.

Tommy Dame slid into second base on his way to eventually being the winning run for the Barriere Bruins in their 8-1 victory over the Shellbrook Rangers in the Western Canadian U14 Softball Championship boys’ division final Monday. Photo by Lucas Punkari

BC teams run table to win Western Canadian titles By Lucas Punkari Sports Reporter

From start to finish, there was no stopping a pair of British Columbia teams at Battleford Flats Park over the Civic Holiday weekend. The Barriere Bruins and Surrey Storm both went undefeated on their way to capturing the boys’ and girls’ titles respectively

at the 2017 Western Canadian U14 Softball Championship Monday afternoon. “I didn’t know what the guys had done until our game had finished so it was pretty cool that we both accomplished that,” Storm coach John Herdman said. “I was really happy to see our girls have a great week here. We had a fifth place in our provincials, and there were a lot

of tears afterwards, so it was really nice to see them with a smile on their face again.” “It certainly wasn’t as easy as we made it out to be,” Bruins coach Phil Ransome added. “It took a while for our team to get used to being here and there was some really tough competition, as every game was fairly tight all tournament.”

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The Bruins went a perfect 5-0 in the round-robin to finish in first place in the six-team field and then clinched a spot in the final with a walk-off 6-5 win over the Shellbrook Rangers in the 1 vs. 2 Page playoff game Sunday evening. The championship contest between the two sides ended up being an 8-1 affair after five innings of play, but the Bruins knew that the Rangers would give them a tough task once again. “They were a really good team and they took it to us a little bit in the semi,” Ransome said. “We gave up too many stolen bases and had too many passed balls in that game, and the adjustments we made to correct that allowed us to have a better performance in the final. “The strength of our team was our hitting and once we got our bats going,

it was pretty tough to try and match us in the runs department with how good our pitching was.” The bronze medal went to the Cross Lake Wolves of Manitoba, as they dropped a 12-5 affair to the Rangers in the semifinal. The Wolves advanced to the semifinal game with an 8-4 win over the Irma Tigers from Alberta during a playoff game Sunday evening. A pair of Saskatchewan teams, the Warman Panthers and the Delisle Diamond Dogs, rounded out the six-team field. The Storm also went undefeated in the roundrobin in the girls’ division with a 6-0 record, though their toughest opponent would await them in the playoff round. They defeated the Lloydminster Liners in a thrilling 2-1 extra-inning affair Sunday to earn a spot in the

final, where they came out on top again by a score of 4-3 in yet another thriller between the top two teams at the tournament. “It was scoreless through seven innings in that first game we had and both teams played really well,” Herdman said. “The final was just as close and it really could have gone either way, but our girls found a way to dig deep and come away with the win like they did in the semifinal a day earlier. “We won all of our games, but I don’t think we really dominated the event. We had a lot of close games and things just went our way late. We did have a strong defence and really good pitching, which I think helped us out when we were in those really tight battles over the weekend.” The Unity Panthers came away with the bronze medal, as they were defeated 6-5 by the Liners in a thrilling semifinal. Another Saskatchewan team made it to the playoffs as the Alameda Super Novas finished in fourth place following a 12-3 loss to the Panthers. The Westman Magic from Brandon, Man., the host Battleford Bandits, the Manitoba Thunder of Winnipeg, the South Delta Invaders from British Columbia and the Sherwood Park Storm of Alberta made up the rest of the nine-team field. This weekend’s tournament marked the season final for all of the teams that came to the Battleford Flats Park.

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The finish was a tough one for the Unity Panthers. However, to be able to come away with a bronze medal in the girls’ division at the Western Canadian U14 Softball Championship was still an impressive feat. “These girls never gave up,” Panthers coach Rene Feser said. “They gave their very best all season and they had a such a great attitude. “All 13 girls on our roster made our entire coaching staff proud with how they preformed.” The Panthers were three outs away from earning a spot in the championship game as they held a 5-2 lead over the Lloydminster Liners of Alberta heading into the bottom of the seventh inning of the semifinal Monday morning. That was when the Liners offence finally broke through as they scored

four unanswered runs to complete the comeback and end the Panthers’ season. “We were ahead most of the game, but it never felt like it as it was a back and forth battle right from the start,” Feser said. “Lloydminster is a great team, and they were able to come out on top today. “If you look at the top three teams in this tournament, I don’t think I’ve ever seen the competition be as close as it was in these last few games. In fact, the whole field from top to bottom was amazing and it was really close tournament right from the first game on Friday.” The Surrey Storm would edge the Liners 4-3 in the finals Monday afternoon. After starting the tournament with a 3-2 record, the Panthers needed a win in their last round-robin contest Sunday morning in order to clinch a spot in the playoffs and avoid a

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The Northern Horizons Art Tour is a 14-year- old tradition of the local area. A number of artists had the opportunity to display their art for enthusiasts who travelled the route through the beautiful countryside on Aug. 5 and 6. One of the many prides of Medstead is the great artistic talent shown by residents of the area. Some originate from the region, and others come from afar. Each has unique backstory, tales of inspiration and motivation that carries forth into their work. An interesting story is that of Barb Janzen, proprietor of Buffalo Charlie, an artisanal soap-making company. Janzen has been making soaps for roughly 20 years. Her story starts with a family Christmas

edstead News tradition wherein only homemade gifts are exchanged. One fateful year, at the suggestion of her daughter, the creating of soap began. Coincidently, a friend of Janzen was organizing the tables at the annual Medstead craft fair. With this twist of fate, Janzen took out a half table with a small shoebox of soaps and sold out. She has been making and selling the product since then. The craftsperson cites the necessary synergy of science and art to facilitate the process. Each run of soap is created in three batches of ten pounds. The soap was originally made using tallow of deer, elk

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and buffalo, which her husband farms. Recently, however, she has been making the switch to canola, a product which in fact originated in Saskatchewan. According to Janzen the process to make the soap only changed slightly. Janzen notes in commercial soap production there is a chemical which forces the binding of the individual components into soap form. She also notes that this chemical can be toxic, and is being found in ground water, soil and also is absorbed through the skin. With this in mind, Janzen keeps her products as natural and organic as possible. She cites the work as stress relieving and rewarding. Another fantastic testament to Medstead’s art culture is Aaron Johnson, a wood worker originally from the area. Johnson has made pieces showcased at the Village Hall in Medstead and in many homes around the village. Working primarily with second cuts of Jack Pine and Tamarack, Johnson characterizes his work as ‘rustic,’ noting that everything is self-designed. Starting woodwork casually in high school, the artist became serious about the work around 15 years ago. Johnson says that a lot of the inspiration for his passion for woodcraft comes from his Grandfather, a veteran of World War I, who built a wood cabin by hand. This cabin still stands today. The respect for the hard work that went into this original and pragmatic creation is what drove Johnson to this work.

Growing up near the forest, he would look to the forest and imagine what he could create. Today, Johnson proudly fashions original designs, including frames, lamps, tables and everything in between. Yet another example of Medstead’s great artistic talent is Dorothy Schmidt, who also showcased her art on the tour. Schmidt focuses largely on landscapes and has been featured in solo exhibitions across the province. Even more talent resident to the area, is showcased by Portraits and More, run by Lavonne Dyck. She has been drawing for more than 40 years using mainly black and white on a tan board, though also working with colored pencils and graphite. As a youth, Dyck loved drawing people. Moving into her college years, she took a trip to Jackson Square in New Orleans and was inspired by the sketching of people in the area. As an art teacher originally from South Dakota, the experience in New Orleans stayed with her. After gleaning the family farm of her husband in 2001, the pair moved to the Medstead area, where Dyck continued with her art. The passion of her work shines through, and, though she no longer does sittings, Portraits and More will take a photo and transform it into a sketched creation to capture anyone’s heart. From music to paintings, sketching to soap, woodwork to acting, Medstead is the home and heart of a plethora of artistic mediums and talented prac-

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The Prince Albert Parkland Health Region is in need of caring, compassionate and committed volunteers to fill the following service positions: “On Call” Volunteers – Hafford Special Care Home 306-549-2108. Extra volunteers are often needed for the long term care residents on an “on-call” basis, to assist with outings, parties, social gatherings, shopping trips, taking residents to appointments, etc. Shifts: As needed. Parent-Tot Program – Spiritwood and District Health Complex 306883-4432. Mothers and/ or fathers along with their young children may visit residents on a one-to-one basis or in small groups. Parents are responsible for their children at all times.

Shifts: Flexible, once or twice per week. Entertainment – Evergreen Health Centre 306-984-2136. Volunteer performers (musicians, magicians, actors, etc.) share their talents with residents in long-term care. Other volunteers assist by inviting residents to a specific area for entertainment, parties, sing-a-longs, etc. Assist with snacks, lunches, etc. You can reach the PAPHR Volunteer Services Department at 306765-6010, by email at volunteers@paphr.sk.ca or find us on the web at www. paphr.ca. You can also contact the recreation staff in the PAPHR long-term care facility closest to you. We look forward to matching your talents and interests with the right position for you.

the 80th birthday party of Marion’s cousin Ron Buck in Meadow Lake. There was a lot of reminiscing, catching up and meeting cousins and old classmates during the afternoon. After a scrumptious lunch, the birthday cake was served and pictures taken. Contract bridge played at the Do Drop In July 31 found top score went to Robert Iverson, second was Vern Iverson. Aug. 1, duplicate bridge was played in Meota and top score went to Donna Scherman and Vern Iverson, second high were Jette and Terence DaSilva and third high were Mary Greenwald and Richard Groves. In the city Aug. 3, top score was by Jean Lowes and Fraser Glen, second high

were Catriona Winterholt and Jeannine Beloin and third were Joyce Antoine and Margaret Dyck. Remember to watch the skies on Aug. 12 and around that date for the brightest meteor showers we’ll ever see. It could be a ‘once in a lifetime’ event. On our travels from Carstairs to Leduc, Donna and I stopped in Wetaskiwin for lunch with Joyce Rowland and our New Zealand cousin Michele Willis. Michele’s husband Andrew comes over on Aug. 12, then they go to New York (been on their bucket list for some time), will attend a NASCAR event and do more visiting. They go home Sept. 1, after another Canadian experience.

Weather at the lake a ‘mixed bag’ By Lorna Pearson Correspondent

What a “mixed bag” our weather has been of late! Thunderstorms and patches of hail seem to be predominant. When Donna drove me back from Alberta we missed a hail storm by minutes. The driver of the car that was next into Innisfree behind us got out to examine their vehicle to see if it was dented. They would have stopped under an overpass but there was no room left. People on motorbikes don’t enjoy these storms either.

eota News The Big Valley Jamboree is on at Camrose and we know it poured there, causing a muddy mess. In the 20 or more years they have been operating, they have only had one or two years that were dry. July 29, Marion and Robert Iverson of Meota, along with their son Ken and their daughter Laura and Alan Tucker, attended

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Wounded Warriors passed by Maymont on July 27 about 5 o’clock. I would like to thank those who showed up to show their appreciation for their services. Lloydminster threw a party in July to raise funds to host the Wounded Warriors Weekend. This was the first time that the Wounded Warriors Weekend was held in Lloydminster. The tentative schedule of events included a visit to a local farm, a fishing and golf excursion at Loon Lake, a tribute walk for the public around Bud Miller lake and then a gala.

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GAMBLE: Gordon Gamble, 82, a lifelong resident of the Medstead area, passed away peacefully at the Wheatland Lodge in Leask on July 20, 2017. On August 1, a service for family and close friends was held at the Medstead Lutheran Cemetery. This was followed by a celebration of life held at the Medstead Community Center. The service was officiated by Delores Beaulac accompanied by the fiddle music of John Roth. Gordon was survived by his immediate family – brothers Dick, Dave, John (Grace), and Keith (Linda) and sister Genevieve (Russel) Works. From his extended family, he is survived by his step children Kathy (Don) Benson, Helen (Sid) Poole, Veronica (Rick) Eyberson and Tom (Philomen) Harty. Gordon was predeceased by his parents, brother Edward, his wife Myrna, stepsons Leo, Frank and Paul Harty and sisters-in-law Lillian and Patti. Gordon was born at Forest Bank, Saskatchewan, to Wendell and Ellen Gamble on December 15, 1934. He was a hard man to catch, and at age 45 married Myrna Harty, after which he continued to live and work on the family farm. Gordon was a quiet man who became well known for some of his pastimes. Many of his passions included farming, sawing on mills (including his own), welding, and creating a variety of tools. Some of the best garden tools ever designed came from Gordon’s shop. Many will remember Gordon saying, “I think I could make one of those.” In the evenings, Gordon would be often found playing his fiddle. Gordon took pride in having a three year supply of firewood, perfectly stacked, and ready for winter. In the summer, Gordon loved fishing, camping and working in his vegetable garden. Gordon’s family would like to thank the staff and management of Rose Gill Lodge at Rabbit Lake and the Wheatland Lodge at Leask for the care given to Gordon during his stay there. The Gamble and Harty families would also like to thank Mark and staff at the Beau “Lac” Funeral Home of Spiritwood. Thank you to Delores Beaulac who led the internment and celebration of life. Her heartfelt stories of both Gordon and Myrna Gamble will be cherished. The family would also like to express their gratitude to the Medstead High School who helped prepare the hall and the wonderful lunch which was provided by Medstead Lutheran Ladies. Thank you to the Medstead community for their donations and support as well as those who contributed to the charities of their choice. Family and friends wishing to send online condolences are welcome to visit www.beaulacfuneralhome.com. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Beau “Lac” Funeral Home, Mark Muir, Funeral Director, Spiritwood (306-883-3500). __________________________________________________

SCHMIDT: Zelda Louise Schmidt Born November 26, 1923 to Roy Jay and Louisa Larson, Passed away March 23, 2017 due to a short illness with kidney failure. Left to mourn Zelda are one son Darrell(Eileene) Schmidt and one daughter Dora (Ray) Beckman. Two grandchildren Roy Jay Schmidt and Calinda Ann (Schmidt)(Robbie) Parker. Four great grandchildren Trystian Schmidt, Serena Schmidt, Leah Parker, Wyatt Parker. Two brothers Roger Larson and Ray Larson, one sister-in-law Joan Larson, also numerous nieces and nephews. Zelda was predeceased by her husband Carl, her dad Roy Jay Larson, mom Louisa (McChestney) Larson, step mom Mary (Althouse) Larson, sister Marie Metz, brother Leo Larson and sisterin-law Patsy Larson. As per Zelda’s request there was no funeral and her cremated remains were buried with her husband Carl at the Wilkie cemetery, on July 20th at 7:30 PM. Zelda went to a country school near Kelvington, Sask. But had to quit after grade 8 and went to work. She did housework and milking cows for the neighbours and relatives, then when she was old enough she got a job at the Yorkton and Brandon airports during the war. Came home then answered an ad for a housekeeper in the Landis area. After a time she married Carl Schmidt and had 2 children. She worked real hard on the farm and after Carl passed away she worked as a cleaning lady for a motel in North Battleford. From here she moved to Wilkie and took up cooking in the M and A cafe. She also cooked for 3 different construction companies, after retiring from them she cooked and kept house for a friend south of Landis. In 1990 she bought a house in Landis and enjoyed her retirement until 2015 when she moved into Poplar Court lodge in Wilkie and enjoyed a year and 3 months then passed away peacefully in her sleep from total kidney failure. Zelda will be missed by her family and her many friends. After Glow I’d like the memory of me to be a happy one I’d like to leave an afterglow of smiles when life is done. I’d like to leave an echo Whispering softly down the ways. Of happy times and laughing times and bright and sunny days. I’d like the tears of those who grieve, To dry before the sun Of happy memorie, I leave behind When all is said and done. __________________________________________________

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OBITUARIES FRANSOO: Cyril Fransoo passed away peacefully with family July 16, 2017. He will forever be loved and remembered by his wife of 59 years, Madeleine Fransoo and sons Jerome (Heather), Gerard (Alison), Michael (Colais) and Gilles (Marti) and families. Funeral Service was held at St. Joseph Parish July 21, 2017 with Father Nestor Gregoire officiating along with Father Lavoie and Father Afanagide. My grandpa was born on a snowy night on February 17, 1935, and as he would have you know that is the same year that Elvis Presley was born. The story goes that his father spent that night sleeping in the back of a wagon outside of the hospital and woke up covered in 6 inches of snow. After a few days in the hospital, baby Cyril was brought back to the farm, where he would spend the next 62 years in the same yard. Over the next 15 years Cyril was joined on the farm by his 4 siblings, Nestor, Anne-Marie, Elizabeth and Joe. If my grandpa were telling the story of his birth, he would also tell you the legal land descriptions of every quarter section they passed on the way home, an ability he was very proud to display. As a young boy, my grandpa attended McMillan School. As a testament to his work ethics and sharp intellect, school came easily to Cyril. But young Cyril was also a trickster. In addition to scheming to lock out his teacher from the school and putting grasshoppers in the air intakes, he built skiis and a rope out of bail twine and would ski behind a horse and sleigh to school along with his brother Nestor. When his father learnt that he was skiing to school and tried to stop them, my grandpa would hide the skiis down the road so that he could continue on. In grade 9 his mother fell ill and Cyril stayed home to help with his younger siblings. When his mom was out of the hospital, Cyril decided that he was done with school and that he wanted to work on the farm with his dad, despite his teacher trying to persuade him continue on. Reflecting back on his decision to leave school my grandpa said that “if you are good in mathematics you’ll be fine without school, but if you’re poor in mathematics you better stay school”. Over the next number of years Cyril worked on the farm from spring to fall and worked odd jobs in the winter, including constructing the North Battleford post office and assembling John Deere Combines. One day while unloading a combine he got one of his fingers crushed, this would be one of three times in his life that he nearly lost a digit while on the job that I am aware of. Then in 1958 at a dance in Lloydminster, Cyril met his sweetheart, Madeleine Ayotte. Cyril fell head over heels for my grandma and married her on July 10, 1958. On his way to the ceremony with his brother Joe by his side, Cyril got pulled over by the police. Not having the lead foot that his boys have, I assume he was in a rush to spend the next 59 years with the love of his life. Fortunately, he didn’t get a ticket, although the officer held them for a little longer than necessary, and the wedding went off without a hitch and Cyril and Madeleine took off to spend their three-day honeymoon in Waskesiu. Over the next six decades Cyril was devoted to my grandma whom he referred to as his sweetheart. Once they were married it was time for Cyril to have his own house on the farm. His dad gave him a load of barley as a wedding gift, and being the entrepreneur that grandpa was, he used this to trade for lumber that he would use to build their first home. Over the next 9 years my grandpa and grandma would welcome 4 sons into their lives. First Jerome and Gerard, then came Michael in 1968 and a year and four days later, Gilles. Grandpa was a man who cared deeply about his family. Grandma, or Madeleine, - “his sweetheart” – was his number one teammate. The kind hearted and humble man that he was, he would always tell us that without Madeleine, he would not have achieved the things he did in life. In his precise and analytical words, he said that she deserved credit for “over 50%” of their achievements! He quipped not too long ago: he “always went to Madeleine for advice…. However sometimes he didn’t follow it…. But, that was usually a mistake!” They were a superb team, always having each other’s back right up until the day he peacefully passed. A great example of love, devotion, and commitment for us all to follow. His boys were very important to him as well. Cyril and Madeleine raised them to be hard working, entrepreneurial, kind-hearted, and well-intent. Beyond this, he mixed in much time for fun. From the early days, when the boys were young Cyril and Madeleine would travel with them through the Rocky Mountains to Vancouver Island to the later days where they spent around 10 consecutive years attending the Stampede in Calgary to the more recent years where his boys and their wives would visit him and Grandma in Yuma for some winter time sun; he mixed in a good dose of family fun in between farming! He always made sure he boys and their families were taken care of, whether it was a load of gravel for their farm, or agronomic and financial advice for their businesses or providing supporting words of wisdom and care during the many hardships life always presents. He was extremely proud of who his boys evolved to be. He was especially proud that all of his boys in-the-end continue to farm the land that he and his father first cultivated. Simply put, he was a proud father and he was always there for his boys. In fact, he was a model father. The accepting person that he was, he accepted into his family, with open arms, all of his daughter’s in-law. He too was very proud of them; he cherished them. He was very proud of the supports they provided to the farm and business through-out the years; to the dinners that they brought out to the field for those infamous tailgate suppers to the motherhood they provided to his many grandchildren while his sons were planting or harvesting the crops. On countless occasions would he comments on how lucky he was to have such great daughter in-laws who shared many values with him (work ethic, family values, kindness etc.) and on how great of mothers his daughter’s in-law were. And his daughter-in-law’s reciprocated this love and respect for Grandpa as evidenced by their constant care and support for him through-out the years, and especially through-out his times of sickness. They were there right until his last breathe along-side his boys and his sweetheart. As many of his coffee-shop, or Yuma friends, or other family members would know, he was proud of every single one of his 23 grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was very proud of their athletic achievements (to the many hockey, football, volleyball, swimming, boxing, and other sports players in the room); he was proud of the musical achievements (to the violinists, saxophone players and guitarists!); he was proud of their academic achievements (to the lawyers, business, agriculture, and health students, teachers, economists, and policy-makers), and lastly he was proud of his farmers and farmers-to-be. He was proud because it was he and his “sweethearts” influence that we so instrumental in the successes of his many grandchildren. He took pride in the opportunity that he provided to his grandchildren. He took pride in seeing his strong, respectful values shine through his grandchildren. In his own words, it was he and his sweethearts that deserves “more than 50% of the credit” … MUCH more than 50%... for the opportunities and successes that his grandchildren have had a life. To that we say, thank-you Grandpa. Beyond his immediate family, he was also a very strong and caring family man. He was proud of his whole extended family and more importantly he was proud to call them, his. He visited with them often, whether it was trips in his early days up to the “Peace River region”, or the many visits in the sun in Yuma, or the many visits locally around North Battleford and the lake, or the fun times working side-by-side and together, he loved the time he spent with you. I know this because of the many stories he shared with us; he was always positive, proud, and grateful to have the “team” he had on his side. In addition to being devoted to his family and friends, Grandpa was a lifelong businessman. His entrepreneurial spirit was on display throughout his whole life and was something that he excelled at. Grandpa began his entrepreneurial journey in a rather unique way. After getting married he bought a fridge and stove from Sears on credit. At that same time, he attempted to get money from banks to start a herd of cattle, but every bank turned his away. So Cyril loaded up the fridge and stove and headed down to Niagara Finance where he borrows against the appliances once again. This initial loan lead to Grandpa opening a dairy which he operated until 1973. Although he was not in love with cows, Grandpa was always willing to put in hard work if he saw an opportunity. At the same time Grandpa was buying farm land and growing his grain operation, which his sons continue on to this day. Grandpa was a farmer to his core and even had a license plate on the front of his Mercedez that said “born 2 farm”. One day while driving a case one way, Grandma came out to tell Grandpa that a real estate agent had called to see if Grandpa wanted to buy a º just west of where ILTA Grain currently operates along highway 4. By 3 o’clock that afternoon grandpa had got a mortgage at BMO, bought the land and had the transfer executed. Today we call that a º “Omillan’s”. This is just one example of Grandpa jumping on an opportunity when it presented itself. Beyond the farm, Grandpa sought to become further involved in the grain handling business. In 1979 he planted his first crop of lentils and would eventually become a special crop agent for All State Grain. Grandpa saw great opportunity in the special crop business and as it developed he decided to open a cleaning facility. In 1987 Parkland Pulse was opened and over the next 25 years the business ballooned in size within the province and around the world. When the business was solid in 2012, the Leader Post called Cyril a “pioneer in the Western Canadian special crop industry”, a very fitting description. Overall this was a chapter of Grandpa’s life that he took great pride in. randpa also passed on his entrepreneurial spirit to his children and grandchildren. Grandpa knew that there is no greater freedom than working for yourself, and this is a belief that he certainly impressed upon his sons and their children. And lastly, Grandpa was a community man, and a very social person. Beyond taking good care of his family, he saw it as his duty to make the world around their bubble a better place. Grandpa provided employment opportunities for many through his entrepreneurialism. He was a fair man who treated many of his employees just like family; he viewed their success as his success. Further to this, Grandpa was involved in a long-list of community groups throughout his days. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus; he was on many agricultural boards (for example he was the President of the Battleford Milk Producers and the Chairman of the local wheat pool committee, to name a few); he was involved in different political campaigns as a candidate and as a campaign manager; and he was a trustee for the St. Joseph Church throughout his life. Beyond being on formal committees and boards, Grandpa’s smile, kindness, and outgoing personality added to the community around him. He was well known at the local coffee shops in North Battleford and Yuma, Arizona as a frequenter. Anytime that I was with him he always smiled at people and people always invited him to sit down with them for breakfast. His smile and positivity was contagious. This will be missed by not only his family, but by his many friends in near and far away places. Grandpa was also keen on passing wisdom, often by way of saying little sayings. For example, he firmly believed that there were two types of people in this world, leaders and followers, the question being which one do you want to be? Cyril certainly chose to be a leader and engrained that into his sons and grandchildren. He would also say that to many good men rust out and don’t wear out, or that too many good men die in bed. The lesson being, don’t be lazy work hard, something that Cyril certainly portrayed. But above all, Grandpa was an advocate, an advocate for his community, for his friends and most of all for his family. Grandpa was proud of everyone in his life that he was always telling people about their accomplishments and what they were doing in their lives. IF I ever told grandpa something good that happened in my life, he always took such pride that he immediately shared it with whoever was around. What grandpa wanted more than anything was to see his sons and grandchildren be successful in whatever they were doing. And that is perhaps grandpa’s greatest legacy. The people he left behind and their accomplishments and aspirations, and the feeling of pride that he instilled in all of them. Pride in a job well done, and a life. A special thank you to Kinght of Columbus 3rd and 4th Degree Honour Guards and all who attended or sent good wishes and intentions for Cyril’s Celebration of Life service. Thank you to Trevor Watts and staff at Eternal Memories for their support and professionalism. Thank you to Dr. Reed and staff at St.Paul’s Hospital (Dialysis Unit). Memorials donations can be sent to St. Paul’s Hospital Dialysis Unit 16320 20th Street W, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan S7K 0J5 or Canadian Cancer Society 101 - 440 Second Ave. N, Saskatoon, SK S7K 2C3.

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BIRTHDAYS You are invited to a

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Minnie Pozdrowski 80th Birthday

Sunday, August 13 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

PIONEER HALL

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ANNIVERSARIES

Happy

65th

Anniversary

Jacques & Verna Leask

August 29th, 1952

Come & Go Tea 1:00 - 3:00 pm

SATURDAY, AUG. 19 Pioneer Association 792-101 St., South Railway, North Battleford

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THE BATTLEFORDS AG SOCIETY

306-446-2218

9805 Thatcher Ave, North Battleford

Highway 4 North, North Battleford

Phone 306-445-6272

www.northbattlefordhyundai.com

BATTLEFORDS Bait and Tackle “YOUR ARCHERY SPECIALISTS”

Leo Mitchell Road

306-937 -2 2 7 5

1981 - 100th Street North Battleford 306-445-5050 Fax 306-445-8771

Kevin Ryhorchuk

306-441-8727

PARKLAND FARM EQUIPMENT 2004 LTD. Hwy. 4 North, North Battleford

306-445-2427

Twin City SHINE UR RIDE NORTHSIDE CAR & TRUCK WASH

306-445-0525 • 2902 - 99th St., North Battleford

TRANSMISSION 9901 Thatcher Ave. Parsons Industrial Park North Battleford, Sask.

306-445-3445

306-445-3566

www.kerrscleaners.com 1-877-305-0811

1152 - 100th Street, North Battleford

Congratulations to the Battlefords Ag Society on 130 years of Northwest Territorial Days from these participating Businesses

August 15 at 7:00 p.m. PARADE

August 18 FIREWORKS

North Battleford 306-445-3757

1:00 pm

12:00 pm

306.445.3414

www.FrontierCentreSK.ca

SALLOWS & McDONALD WILSON & ZEHNER Funeral Home

All Day 1:30 pm 2:15 pm 2:30 pm 3:00 pm 3:30 pm

1271 - 103rd St., North Battleford

192 - 24th St., Battleford

www.sallowsandmcdonald.com

www.battlefordfurniture.com

306-937-7474

3:45 pm 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm 7:00 pm

520 Heritage Way North Battleford, SK

306-937-6770

2401-99th St., North Battleford

306-446-4555

GUY’S Furniture & Appliances Ltd.

1822 - 100th St., North Battleford

306-446-0545

Kid’s Pedal Tractor Pull World Juggling Champion Nerveless Nocks

7:30 pm 8:00 pm

9:00 am 12:00 pm

Ltd. www.dreamrealtysk.com

(306) 937-4440

Civic Centre Civic Centre

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Howard Baxter

306-445-2418

Cutest Show on Earth

5:00-5:30 pm All Float Entries arrive for line up 6:00 p.m. Judging begins. Anyone arriving after this time will not be judged 7:00 p.m. Parade Starts Theme - “Happy Birthday Canada”

10:00 am

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Chariots & Chuckwagons

Children (6-12) $6

1:00 pm 1:30 pm

Family Day! Free Gate Admission for 12 & under noon till 3 pm 1 less coupon per ride until 6 pm

Light Horse - 4-H Day Big Ring Draft Horse Small Ring Commercial Exhibits (open until 10:00 pm) Agrivilla Prize Bingo (open until 11:00 pm) Behind Villa Midway Opens (West Coast Amusements) SAASE - Interactive Exhibit (open until 8:00 pm) Agriplex Draft Horse - Halter Classes Small Ring Kid’s Pedal Tractor Pull Yard Act Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion Agriplex Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician Agriplex Petting Farm (open until 8:00 pm) Little Barn Chariot Races Grandstand Draft Horse - Showmanship Classes Small Ring Nerveless Nocks Yard Act “Cutest Show on Earth” Behind Grandstand (Where your child is the Star) (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion Agriplex Draft Horse - Team Driving Competition Small Ring Mechanical Bull Rides (open until 9:00 pm) Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician Agriplex “Cutest Show on Earth” Behind Grandstand (Where your child is the Star) Nerveless Nocks Yard Act (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician Agriplex 54” Provincial Chuck Wagons Grandstand Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion Agriplex “Cutest Show on Earth” Behind Grandstand (Where your child is the Star) Nerveless Nocks Yard Act (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) Sask Express Grandstand Canada’s “150th” Celebration

Thursday, August 17, 2017 Light Horse - Jr. & Sr. Performance Commercial Exhibits (open until 10:00 pm) Draft Horse-Harness Classes Prize Bingo (open till 11:00 pm) Midway open (West Coast Amusements) SAASE - Interacive Exhibit (open until 8:00 pm) All Day Kid’s Pedal Tractor Pull Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion

2:15 pm 2:30 pm 3:00 pm 3:30 pm 3:45 pm 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm 7:00 pm 7:30 pm 8:00 pm 10:00 am 12:00 pm All Day 1:00 pm 1:30 pm 2:15 pm 2:30 pm 3:00 pm 3:30 pm 3:45 pm 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:15 pm

Big Ring Agrivilla Big Ring Behind Villa

6:00 pm

Agriplex Yard Act Agriplex

7:30 pm

6:45 pm 7:00 pm

DUSK

Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium

TREVOR WATTS

Funeral Director/Owner Operator

2741 - 99th St., North Battleford Phone:

306-445-7570

7A 11204 Railway Ave. East, Concorde Mall

DR. TOM SCHMIDT DR. SYLVIA CARLEY DR. ILSE DEDDEN

Call 306-446-VETS (8387)

#203 872-103 Street

10010 A Thatcher Ave., North Battleford

306-445-1966

306-445-5151

North Battleford

www.skytechequipment.com

5 & under FREE

Grandstand Performances Wed.: Chuck Wagons Thurs.: Grand Ole Opry Extravaganza Fri.: Demolition Derby

Hein Financial Group 1421 - 100th Street

Tel. (306) 445-9455 www.heinfinancial.com

Frontier Centre 11442 Railway Ave E, North Battleford

306-445-6171

Fair Draws

50/50’s sold nightly Lion’s Club Cash Raffle

Schedule of Events

• All Your Plumbing & Heating needs • Licensed Gas Fitter • Will Travel

306-441-7353

Events

Students (13-17) $10

Tuesday, August 15, 2017

We clean with care

Come see us for all your professional dry clean and laundry needs

Territorial Days ADMISSION: Seniors (65+) $10 Adults (18+) $15

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Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician Petting Farm (open till 8:00 pm) Chariot Races Nerveless Nocks Yard Act “Cutest Show on Earth” (Where your child is the Star) (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion Draft Horse - Harness Classes Mechanical Bull Rides (open until 9:00 pm) Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician “Cutest Show on Earth” (Where your child is the Star) Nerveless Nocks (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician 54” Provincial Chuck Wagon Finals Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion “Cutest Show on Earth” (Where your child is the Star) Nerveless Nocks (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) Grand Ole Opry - Extravaganza

306-445-5216

781 - 110th Street, North Battleford

306-937-2273

Agriplex Little Barn Grandstand Behind Grandstand Agriplex Big Ring Agriplex Agriplex Behind Grandstand

11802 Railway Ave. E. North Battleford 306-446-3333

Agriplex Grandstand Agriplex Behind Grandstand Yard Act

306-445-4199

The Battlefords Constituency

1545-100th St., North Battleford

306-445-8169

Grandstand

Light Horse - Jr. & Sr. Gymkhanas Big Ring Draft Horse- Harness Classes Big Ring Commercial Exhibits (open until 10:00 p.m.) Agrivilla Prize Bingo (open till 11:00 p.m.) Behind Villa Kid’s Pedal Tractor Pull Yard Act Midway Opens (West Coast Amusement) SAASE - Interacive Exhibit (open until 8:00 pm) Agriplex Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion Agriplex Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician Agriplex Petting Farm (open till 8:00 pm) Little Barn Nerveless Nocks Yard Act (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) “Cutest Show on Earth” Behind Grandstand (Where your child is the Star) Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion Agriplex Mechanical Bull Rides (open until 9:00 pm) Agriplex Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician Agriplex “Cutest Show on Earth” Behind Grandstand (Where your child is the Star) Nerveless Nocks Yard Act (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) DEMOLITION DERBY Grandstand Steve Harmer - Motivational Magician Agriplex Matt Henry - World Juggling Champion Agriplex “Cutest Show on Earth” Behind Grandstand (Where your child is the Star) Nerveless Nocks Yard Act (Globe of Death, Balance Wheel & More!!) FIREWORKS Grandstand

Hwy. #4 North, North Battleford

Herb Cox, MLA

Yard Act

Friday, August 18, 2017

Schedule of events subject to change

1691 - 100th Street North Battleford

FAMILY RESTAURANT North Battleford, Hwy. 16 Across

306 445-2668

Serving the Battlefords & Area for over 40 years 142 - 5th Ave. Industrial, Battleford

306-937-3777

1991 - 100th St., North Battleford, SK Phone: 306-445-5195 Fax: 306-445-5196 herbcox@sasktel.net www.herbcox.ca

Blue Rentals

(Much more than a rental store) Everything you need for a prize winning float 1291A-100 St., North Battleford

(306) 445-RENT (7368) bluerentals@sasktel.net

Valley

Highway #4 North North Battleford, Sask.

1-800-667-1320 www.valleyfordsales.ca

2492 - 98th St., North Battleford

306-445-8867

Toll Free 1-888-445-8867

Hwy 4 North Battleford

306-445-6640

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THE BATTLEFORDS AG SOCIETY

306-446-2218

9805 Thatcher Ave, North Battleford

Highway 4 North, North Battleford

Phone 306-445-6272

www.northbattlefordhyundai.com

BATTLEFORDS Bait and Tackle “YOUR ARCHERY SPECIALISTS”

Leo Mitchell Road

306-937 -2 2 7 5

1981 - 100th Street North Battleford 306-445-5050 Fax 306-445-8771

Kevin Ryhorchuk

306-441-8727

PARKLAND FARM EQUIPMENT 2004 LTD. Hwy. 4 North, North Battleford

306-445-2427

Twin City SHINE UR RIDE NORTHSIDE CAR & TRUCK WASH

306-445-0525 • 2902 - 99th St., North Battleford

TRANSMISSION 9901 Thatcher Ave. Parsons Industrial Park North Battleford, Sask.

306-445-3445

306-445-3566

www.kerrscleaners.com 1-877-305-0811

1152 - 100th Street, North Battleford

Congratulations to the Battlefords Ag Society on 130 years of Northwest Territorial Days from these participating Businesses

August 15 at 7:00 p.m. PARADE

August 18 FIREWORKS

North Battleford 306-445-3757

1:00 pm

12:00 pm

306.445.3414

www.FrontierCentreSK.ca

SALLOWS & McDONALD WILSON & ZEHNER Funeral Home

All Day 1:30 pm 2:15 pm 2:30 pm 3:00 pm 3:30 pm

1271 - 103rd St., North Battleford

192 - 24th St., Battleford

www.sallowsandmcdonald.com

www.battlefordfurniture.com

306-937-7474

3:45 pm 4:00 pm 4:30 pm 5:00 pm 5:15 pm 6:00 pm 6:30 pm 6:45 pm 7:00 pm

520 Heritage Way North Battleford, SK

306-937-6770

2401-99th St., North Battleford

306-446-4555

GUY’S Furniture & Appliances Ltd.

1822 - 100th St., North Battleford

306-446-0545

Kid’s Pedal Tractor Pull World Juggling Champion Nerveless Nocks

7:30 pm 8:00 pm

9:00 am 12:00 pm

Ltd. www.dreamrealtysk.com

(306) 937-4440

Civic Centre Civic Centre

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Howard Baxter

306-445-2418

Cutest Show on Earth

5:00-5:30 pm All Float Entries arrive for line up 6:00 p.m. Judging begins. Anyone arriving after this time will not be judged 7:00 p.m. Parade Starts Theme - “Happy Birthday Canada”

10:00 am

hbaxter437@gmail.com howiesplumbing.ca

Chariots & Chuckwagons

Children (6-12) $6

1:00 pm 1:30 pm

Family Day! Free Gate Admission for 12 & under noon till 3 pm 1 less coupon per ride until 6 pm

Big Ring Agrivilla Big Ring Behind Villa

6:00 pm

Agriplex Yard Act Agriplex

7:30 pm

6:45 pm 7:00 pm

DUSK

Eternal Memories Funeral Service & Crematorium

TREVOR WATTS

Funeral Director/Owner Operator

2741 - 99th St., North Battleford Phone:

306-445-7570

7A 11204 Railway Ave. East, Concorde Mall

DR. TOM SCHMIDT DR. SYLVIA CARLEY DR. ILSE DEDDEN

Call 306-446-VETS (8387)

#203 872-103 Street

10010 A Thatcher Ave., North Battleford

306-445-1966

306-445-5151

North Battleford

www.skytechequipment.com

5 & under FREE

Grandstand Performances Wed.: Chuck Wagons Thurs.: Grand Ole Opry Extravaganza Fri.: Demolition Derby

Hein Financial Group 1421 - 100th Street

Tel. (306) 445-9455 www.heinfinancial.com

Frontier Centre 11442 Railway Ave E, North Battleford

306-445-6171

Fair Draws

50/50’s sold nightly Lion’s Club Cash Raffle

Schedule of Events

• All Your Plumbing & Heating needs • Licensed Gas Fitter • Will Travel

306-441-7353

Events

Students (13-17) $10

Tuesday, August 15, 2017

We clean with care

Come see us for all your professional dry clean and laundry needs

Territorial Days ADMISSION: Seniors (65+) $10 Adults (18+) $15

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306-445-5216

781 - 110th Street, North Battleford

306-937-2273

Agriplex Little Barn Grandstand Behind Grandstand Agriplex Big Ring Agriplex Agriplex Behind Grandstand

11802 Railway Ave. E. North Battleford 306-446-3333

Agriplex Grandstand Agriplex Behind Grandstand Yard Act

306-445-4199

The Battlefords Constituency

1545-100th St., North Battleford

306-445-8169

Grandstand

Hwy. #4 North, North Battleford

Herb Cox, MLA

Yard Act

Friday, August 18, 2017

Schedule of events subject to change

1691 - 100th Street North Battleford

FAMILY RESTAURANT North Battleford, Hwy. 16 Across

306 445-2668

Serving the Battlefords & Area for over 40 years 142 - 5th Ave. Industrial, Battleford

306-937-3777

1991 - 100th St., North Battleford, SK Phone: 306-445-5195 Fax: 306-445-5196 herbcox@sasktel.net www.herbcox.ca

Blue Rentals (Much more than a rental store)

WE CARRY SUPPLIES FOR YOUR FLOAT! 1291A-100 St., North Battleford

(306) 445-RENT (7368) bluerentals@sasktel.net

Valley

Highway #4 North North Battleford, Sask.

1-800-667-1320 www.valleyfordsales.ca

2492 - 98th St., North Battleford

306-445-8867

Toll Free 1-888-445-8867

Hwy 4 North Battleford

306-445-6640

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BOARDWALK’S SASKATOON STUDENT PACKAGE IS HERE! Move in now through Sept. 1st to receive up to 3 MONTHS FREE RENT $99 SD and a $500 PREPAID GIFT CARD, or a $500 RENTAL CREDIT on your account. **Some conditions apply.**

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SERVICES FOR HIRE A-1 Service, Will shingle, Will build fences and decks, Do Painting, Install Metal Fascia Soffit, Renovations etc. Phone 306-445-8439 or 306-441-3690 Book Now For all your stucco needs - specialize in acrylic stucco, Older homes redone in acrylic finish, foam basements. Phone 1+(306)-843-3332 1+(306)441-4099

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DUPLEXES FOR RENT 3 bedroom upper floor duplex 1200sq ft power energy water, alarm included $1350 per month 1 year lease, hardwood floors, 5 appliances. Fully enclosed 6 foot fenced shared L shaped yard and balcony. References required, no smoking. 306-441-3999.

HOUSES FOR RENT

1&2 Bedroom Suites • 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 a 1 bedroom house for rent in Glaslyn, $500 a month plus utilities. $500 damage deposit, availibla immediatly, refrences required. call or text Denis (306-342-7417) Available for rent 2 bedroom home. Monthly rent or Sign one year contract get one month free. Ref required. Call 306-441-6728 or 306-937-7252

Fences, Decks, Sheds, Home Reno’s, Painting, Roofing, Shingles. 306-480-8199 306-481-2836

Tree Removal, Lawn & Yard Grooming Landscape. Do homes and property maintenance. Call 306-480-8199 or 306-481-2836.

AUTO MISCELLANEOUS Wrecking over 250 units... cars and trucks. Lots of trucks... Dodge... GMC... Ford... Imports... 1/2 ton to 3 tons... We ship anywhere... Call or text 306-821-0260. Lloydminster. TRUCKS, CARS, Vans, SUVs, 0 down, no interest $200/month. Easy approvals, free delivery. We buy vehicles/ Rent-To-Own. $2000 cash back. 780-614-0894 or 1866-645-2069.

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COMING EVENTS VOTED BEST SMALL TOWN MUSEUM IN SASK.

Frenchman Butte Heritage Centre & Museum

Festival Day Sunday, August 13th, 2017 10:30 am - Open Air Church Service 1:00 pm - Parade Throughout the day there will be: *Museum Tours *Pioneer Skills Demonstrations *Kids Games *Playground & Bounce House *Historic Theme Mini Golf *Musical Entertainment *Silent Auction *Quilt Raffle *Scrumptious Pies *Hot Dogs on Sale

Admission by Donation Roast Beef Supper - 5:00 pm Adults: $15 per person Children: $5 (Museum complex is located right in town)

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AL-ANON FAMILY GROUPS

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

Cochin Community Players

Cochin Community Players is looking for Actors for its fall production of Drinking Habits 2, “Caught in the Act” by Tom Smith. We require male actors age 25 - 37 years. For audition information please contact Harvey Anderson at 306-445-5315. Many other volunteer positions available.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays

Come join us any Monday, Wednesday or Friday at 6:45 p.m. for Lawn Bowling. Free lessons. Everyone welcome! Held at 1802-106th Street across from Caleb Village until October 15. Call 306-445-8433 for more information.

Wednesdays, July 19 - August 30

Pajama Tales - Join us for drop in story time for children & their families at the North Battleford Library from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Wear your pajamas and bring your favourite cuddly toy. Ages 2-5.

Wednesdays - July 19 - August 16

Borden Library Kids summer program from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Jill Lundquist co-ordinator.

Thursday, July 20 - August 24

Sharing Grief’s Journey - A support group for those struggling with the loss of a loved one. Thursday evenings at 7:30 p.m. for 8 weeks. For more information call Sue at 306-445-6658 or Denise at 306-441-3338.

Saturdays, July 29 & August 12

Canadian Creativity - Celebrate Canada by learning about different cultures and art styles & then create your own artwork at the North Battleford Library. 1-2 pm - Ages 6-12.

Wednesday, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30

Pajama Tales - Join us for drop in story time for children & their families at the North Battleford Library from 6:30 - 7:00 p.m. Wear your pajamas and bring your favourite cuddly toy. Ages 2-5.

Thursday, August 3, 17 & 31

LEGO Club - Join our Kids’ Lego Club at the North Battleford Library where you can create, build, and use your imagination. Lego provided. 4-5 pm.

Fridays, August 4, 11, 18 & 25

Tales and More - come and enjoy 45 minutes of stories, rhymes and finger plays at the North Battleford Library. For ages 3 to 5 years. Fridays: 10:45-11:30 a.m.

Thursday, August 10 & 23

Makerspace Play Date - Think & play with STEM and STEAM activities; build robots, create video games, explore circuits and more at the North Battleford Library! Alternating Thursdays, 4-5 pm Ages 5-12.

Saturday, August 12

Canadian Creativity - Celebrate Canada by learning about different cultures and art styles & then create your own artwork at the North Battleford Library. 1-2 pm - Ages 6-12.

Saturday, August 12

Those Were the Days at the Western Development Museum.Take a stroll down memory lane. The story of threshing, parade of power, children’s activities, heritage village demonstrations, wagon and fire truck rides, entertainment, Barbecue showdown.

Saturday, August 12

Adventures at the Borden Museum at 2:00 p.m. Presentation, snacks and beverages.

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Saturday & Sunday, August 12 & 13

Town of Battleford’s

Annual Parade Friday, August 11, 2017 PLEASE NOTE:

Parade starts at 7:00 p.m. (beginning and ending at the track behind St. Vital School)

BATTLEFORD’S ANNUAL FIREWORKS SHOW

Beginning at dusk (approximately 10:00 p.m.)

Radisson Fair - Saturday - Parade at 11:00 a.m., gymkhana, ball games, ids activities. Supper at 4:00 p.m. Dance. Sunday - Pancake breakfast, light horse show, tractor pull, ball & kids activities.

Sunday, August 13

Halcyonia School Potluck Supper, 10 miles NE of Borden, 6:00 p.m. ball games, BBQ on site.

Mondays, August 14, 21 & 28

Make Believe Mondays - Drop by the North Battleford library story room to have some independent imaginative play! Dress up costumes will be provided. 2-3 pm.

Tuesday, August 15

Books & Beyond Club - A book club for kids! Read any book based on our monthly theme & then discuss them & do some book related crafts. August’s theme is Canadian Authors. 4-5 pm. Ages 8-12.

Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, August 16 - 18

Northwest Territorial Days iRides & Bracelets now available. Purchase at Battlefords Ag Society or Innovation Credit Union (limited amount available). Call 306-445-2024 for more information.

Saturday, August 19

The fireworks will take place across from Fort Battleford again this year. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy another fantastic show!

The 33rd Annual Induction of the Saskatchewan Baseball Hall of Fame at 292 - 22nd Street, Battleford. 4:00 p.m. banquet and reception at the Alex Dillabough Centre. For information and tickets, please call 306-446-1983 or email saskbaseballmuseum@sasktel.net.

So far, the parade and fireworks committee has received donations from the following sponsors and would like to thank:

Green Screen Fun at the North Battleford Library at 2:00 p.m. Come and play with our new green screen and see yourself in ways you never imagined. All ages. Please do not wear green!

Platinum Sponsors

Sanburn Construction Ltd.

Gold Sponsors

Gold Eagle Casino (SIGA), North Battleford Hyundai Westwood Turf Farm

Silver Sponsors

Battleford Drug Mart, Sanberg Collision, Innovation Credit Union

Bronze Sponsors

Battleford’s Remedy RX, Bee-J’s Office Plus, J & J Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Lords & Ladies Hair Studio, Valley Ford

Saturday, August 19

33rd Annual Induction at the Alex Dillabough Centre, 421 - 28th Street. Call 306-446-1983.

Tuesday, August 22

Come and enjoy an entertaining puppet show at the North Battleford Library from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. All ages. Sponsored by the Lakeland Library Region. 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 5:00 p.m. Thursday prior for Tuesday's & Thursday’s publication.

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Care Giver wanted in North Battleford March 1, 2018. $12.50/hour, 37.5 hours a week plus overtime as required. Permanent Full-time, weekend, day, evening, night, shift work. Credentials: First Aid and CPR. Required skills: Supervise and care for children, Children’s age 2 years and 6 months. prepare meals. Maintain safe environment. Light housekeeping and cleaning duties. MUST PROVIDE RECENT CRIMINAL RECORD CHECK.apply, please send a resume dpoisson@ualberta.ca

Ron’s Plumbing & Heating (1980) LTD - A mechanical and electrical contractor is looking for a Journeyman Electrician, electrical and plumbing apprentices. Willing to relocate. Competitive wages and benefits package. Send resume to Box 1928, Meadow Lake, SK S9X 1Z3 Fax: 306-236-6364 E-mail: mauriyoung@msn.com

If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, we can help. CALL ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS

MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION! Indemand career! Employers have work-at-home positions available. Get online training you need from an employer-trusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-855768-3362 to start training for your work-at-home career today!

446-6166

PETS

ADOPT A PET

Hey guys my name is DaVinci and I was found by a nice farmer when I showed up on his farm cold and hungry. He brought me here to this shelter so that I could have some help finding my forever home and family. So that’s what I’m doing, I’m searching and waiting. Also if your thinking of adding a new furr baby to your home and family come on down and maybe consider one of us there are so many of us here that would love to come home with you. Hey guys my name is Duke and I am looking for me forever home and family. I am a very curious kitten that luffs to play and go exploring. I am always watching and chasing and running around. I also luff to play with my cagemates, we have so much fun during the day. My most favorite toys are the ones that jingle and make noises. If your looking to add a new furr baby to your and family then come on down to the shelter today. PLEASE SPAY OR NEUTER YOUR PETS! Check out all our Shelter animals in need of homes at: www.battlefordsanimalshelter.com

TENDERS

TOWN OF BATTLEFORD Request for Proposal The Town of Battleford is seeking proposals from qualified individuals or groups to lease and operate the canteen at the Battleford Arena for the 2017/2018 season (approximately October 1st, 2017 to March 31st, 2018. Complete proposal package with details of the lease agreement and requirements are available at the Parks/Recreation office, Alex Dillabough Center (south side), 451 - 28th Street, Battleford. Office hours are 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m., excluding lunch hour. Email: parks@battleford.ca. Interested parties are asked to submit proposals in writing to the Parks and Recreation Office by 1:00 p.m., August 21st, 2107. The highest or any proposal may not necessarily be accepted, and the Town of Battleford reserves the right to reject any and all proposals. Jordan Schechtel Director of Parks and Recreation Box 1240 Battleford, SK S0M 0E0 306-937-6216

NOTICES / NOMINATIONS

REGISTRATIONS

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AUCTIONS

SKATE BATTLEFORDS

REGISTRATION August 22 & 23 - 7-9 pm Don Ross CANSKATE: Prepare skaters for hockey, figure skating or recreational skating. (Mon. & Thurs. part-time or full-time options)

STARSKATE: Skating skills, Ice Dance, Free Skate and Interpretive for competitions & testing (Mon./Thurs./Fri./Sat. Different packages available)

POWERSKATE: Power skating that focuses on balance, power, agility, speed and endurance. (10 sessions - Sept./Oct.)

www.skatebattlefords.ca AUCTIONS

UPCOMING AUCTION Consignment Auction Wilkinson Auction Yard

Sunday, August 20, 2017 - 10:00 a.m.

VEHICLES: 2011 red Impala; 2 - 2011 black Dodge Caravan; 2003 gas white 15 passenger Chevy van; 2002 F150 1/2 ton; 2001 Yamaha Grizzly quad. BUSES: 5 - 43 passenger, diesel; 3 - 36 passenger, diesel; Prowler camper; 10” table saw; snow blower 8 HP; coins; large assortment of fruit trees and shrubs; large amount of shop, household, antiques, tools and furniture. To consign to this auction call for any of your auction needs call Tom at 1-306-845-9339 JOIN US ON FACEBOOK AT WILKINSON AUCTIONS SALES FOR UPDATES

CONDUCTED BY:

Wilkinson Auctioneering

Tom Wilkinson Cell: 306-845-9339 Chris Cell: 306-845-9870

Email: tcwilkinson@sasktel.net

Complete listing & pictures at www.auctionsales.ca Join us on Facebook. Sask. Lic. #911434

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BAR - 5 AUCTIONS 306-228-4265 CELL: 306-228-7745

Cash Auction Sale For

Blair Ranch Wilkie, SK

Saturday August 19th 2017 10:00 a.m. DIRECTIONS: From Wilkie, 2 Miles West on Highway 14 and 1 Mile North 5 Papered Quarter Horses (See Registrations on website for details); 2002 3 Horse Trailer; 2007 33 Foot Load Max Tri Axle Flat Deck 5th Wheel Trailer; Car Hauler Trailer; 5 Saddles (1 Western, 1 Pleasure Custom Made) See Pictures; Large Assortment of Tack; Horse Blankets; TCI Horse Treadmill; 20 Rubber Stall Mats; Set of Farrier’s Tools; Barn Box Stalls for Horses; 3 Automatic Waterers; 2 Spools of Page Wire; 2 Single Bale Feeders; 1- 3 Bale Feeder; Bunk Feeders; Dozens of Livestock Panels, Some with walk through gates for making pens of various sizes; Swinging Steel Gates of Various Sizes; 4865 New Idea Baler (Spare Belts and Bearings); Co-op 801 Swather 24’; 7 “ Grain Auger; Ford Tractor (See Pictures); 2006 Ford Explorer (4L V6, Leather Heated Front Seats, New Front Breaks, Power Fold Back Seat, A/C/P/L, Keyless Entry, (Stereo 2- 10” 1000 W Ratesub, 1100 W R Amp Mono, 2- 300 W Dual Channel Amp); 1987 Chev 1500; Lincoln Mig Welder; Craftsman Radial Arm Saw; Craftsman Table Saw; Makita Planer; Craftsman Jointer; Router Table; Mastercraft 10” Mitre Saw; Delta Band Saw; 3” Dust Collector; Cutting Torch With Cart & Bottles; Welding Tools; Assorted Hand Tools; Propane Cutting Torch; Cement Mixer; Telephone Poles

See website for full details www.fellauctions.com

Application for Re: Liquor Permit (Under the provisions of The Alcohol and Gaming Regulations Act, 1997) Notice is hereby given that 102014990 Saskatchewan Ltd. has applied to the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority (SLGA) for a Restaurant permit to sell alcohol in the premises known as Quesada Burritos & Tacos at Unit 106 312 Territorial Drive North Battleford SK. Written objections to the granting of the permit may be filed with SLGA not more than two weeks from the date of publication of this notice. Every person filing a written objection with SLGA shall state their name, address and telephone number in printed form, as well as the grounds for the objection(s). Petitions must name a contact person, state grounds and be legible. Each signatory to the petition and the contact person must provide an address and telephone number. Frivolous, vexatious, or competition-based objections within the beverage alcohol industry may not be considered and may be rejected by the Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Licensing Commission, who may refuse to hold a hearing. Write to: Saskatchewan Liquor and Gaming Authority Box 5054 Regina, SK S4P 3M3

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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Prairie Employment Program

Battle River Treaty 6 Health Centre Inc.

EMPLOYMENT COUNSELLOR FACILITATOR

is currently looking for a

Term Position

•Clinical Data Specialist

In the interests of helping employable persons with disabilities secure, maintain, and be supported in employment as part of the workforce in the Battlefords and Northwest region, the incumbent will work as a member of a team in service provision. The responsibilities include: • Providing an array of employment services and supports of the CAPACITIES Project • Managing client caseload including persons with disabilities and multiple barriers as assigned by the Executive Director • Guiding clients along the employment continuum, Skills Training Employment Plan (STEP) • Assess individual capacity for training and employability of clients by such measures as barriers to employment, disability issues, aptitudes, personal needs, attitudes, work history, and current occupational goals • Work with the clients to develop individual employability by setting realistic occupational goals and determining methods to achieve them • Prepare and instruct assigned modules of Readiness Employability Development (RED) so that the fullest value of RED is provided to each client • Maintain regular contact with employers and seek out potential employers The successful applicant will: • Have computer, software, and reporting skills • Demonstrate a sensitivity to client issues • Be equipped with strong communication, planning, and organizational skills • Possess a valid driver’s license, reliable vehicle, CPIC, and vulnerable sector check

of the Battlefords is now accepting applications for a

• Dental Therapist

Advertising Clerk/Receptionist

Please view the full job advertisement in the careers section on our community website:

RE/MAX of the Battlefords is now accepting applications for the advertising clerk/receptionist position.

www.brt6hc.ca

This full time position is from Monday to Friday and would like to be filled by the end of August. The successful candidate must be self-motivated, have some office experience, creative skills, can meet deadlines and enjoy working with others. This position focuses on, but is not limited too, marketing properties, the office and the agents. You will be required to create newspaper ads, work on the website, postings on social media, along with other creative advertising avenues, that follow the real estate guidelines. Answering phones, filing, general office duties and filling in for the other receptionist when away, are a few the daily tasks that would be required from you. Skills that would benefit you in this position are grade 12 education, good written and oral communication, knowledge of Word/Excel programs, social media savvy and experience with graphic design.

Reporter Correspondents required for all rural areas

• • • • • • • •

PEP is a major partner in building a representative workforce. Interested individuals should submit a resume with references on or before August 24, 2017 to:

All District First Nations Cando Cochin Cut Knife Glaslyn Hafford Lashburn Livelong

Please submit your application on or before August 16th, 2017 to: JoAnne Iverson Broker/Manager joanneiverson@remax.net

• Mervin • North of the Gully • • • • •

(Maidstone)

Maidstone Paradise Hill Medstead St. Walburg Turtleford

NOTE: These are freelance opportunities, not salaried positions. Ideally, reporter correspondents should reside within the communities listed above.

Kathy Wickstrand, Executive Director Prairie Employment Program Inc. 1202 – 101st Street, North Battleford, SK, S9A 0Z8 Irene@pepservices.ca Fax: 306-445-6414

For more information contact:

Becky Doig (Editor)

email: newsoptimist.news@sasktel.net or toll free 1-866-549-9979

North West College

Student Services Associate Full-Time, Term, Permanent Meadow Lake

Posting #61-ML-1718 Reporting to the Student Services Coordinator, the Student Services Associate provides supports to students to maximize their success, foster independence and ensures a positive learning experience. Salary Range: $29.15/hour with excellent benefit package. Start Date: September 5, 2017. For a complete position profile, and application visit www.northwestcollege.ca. Applications will be received until noon, August 18, 2017.

www.northwestcollege.ca

North West College

North West College is Currently Accepting Applications for the Following Full-Time, Permanent Position: North Battleford: Education Resource Consultant Posting #62-BC-1718

This in-scope position is responsible for planning, organizing, supervising and delivering academic assessment services, remedial instruction and learning strategies or accommodations to assist Instructors encountering students with learning challenges. The Education Resource Consultant (ERC) is responsible for developing and delivering programs/strategies to students who need additional academic support to ensure they possess the tools needed to take charge of their own learning. The ERC provides knowledge and leadership in promoting the best opportunities for student academic success. Salary Range: $279.70 - $443.02/day based on level of education and years of relevant experience. For a complete position profile, and application visit www.northwestcollege.ca. Applications will be received until noon, Thursday, August 24, 2017.

www.northwestcollege.ca

Community Safety and Crime Prevention

GET INVOLVED!

Men have a responsibility to stop male violence against women.

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Senior men’s provincials in Unity this weekend By Sherri Solomko Correspondent

What! Mid August already, how is that even possible folks? I hope this summer you’ve been able to manage the heat, or the stormy weather the heat brews up. What’s up for ball in Unity? If you want to watch some terrific baseball action live, then head on down to the Cardinals diamond this weekend as Senior Men’s baseball provincials are taking place in Unity this weekend and include our home host team, the Unity Cardinals. Great baseball will be taking place at this event as the eight teams competing are all vying to close out their season with a provincial championship. Last weekend it was the U14 softball’s turn to hit the diamonds in the Battlefords competing as Team Sask. 1 in their Western Canadian championships. This weekend, the U16 girls are in Brandon competing at their Western Canadian

nity News event. Next weekend, the UK Royals will head to Irma, Alta., to compete at the U21 Western Canadian event, although sadly disappointing that only ywo Sask. teams, one Alberta and one Manitoba team chose to compete for this event. Next weekend will also see five Unity players off to Kamloops, B.C., to compete for their Midget AA Western Canadian baseball championship. I will do my best to keep you all posted on the outcomes of these teams’ appearance as Team Saskatchewan at their respective Western Canadian events. Unity Credit Union Aquatic Centre only has a couple weeks left of swim season. Considering the issues that delayed opening of the pool this summer, you will want to use every opportunity to enjoy

the pool for the remainder of the summer. Up next at the Unity golf club is the seniors open. Aug. 13 is the fourman scramble, and Aug. 27 is the members open, while continuing to play host to men’s and ladies’ nights during the week. You can also opt to take in the driving range, putting place, nin-hole grass greens or the clubhouse. Follow the UCG on Facebook to get the latest updates so you can know before you go. The Unity Farmer’s Market continues to be a terrific unique shopping opportunity hosted in Unity each Friday from 1-4 p.m. at the Unity Legion Hall in downtown Unity. Another round of vehicle thefts have hit Unity and other surrounding towns so this is yet another reminder to take your keys out of your vehicle or protect your property with additional lighting, neighborhood watches or even an alarm system. Criminals don’t like attention so let’s make sure our own properties and the properties of

Unity players from left to right, Skylar Mackie, Dillon Poschenreider, Tanner Huber, Damien Lantz and Dylan Bosch, were part of the Provincial Midget AA Northwest Prairie Pirates baseball team who captured the provincial title that qualified them to advance as Team Saskatchewan to compete at Western Canadian Midget baseball championships Aug 17-20 in Kamploops, B.C. Photo submitted by Sherri Solomko

our neighbors gets lots of attention to help prevent Unity from being a desirable place to steal from. Coffee row has migrated to other spaces with the Co-op now renovating to accommodate their new liquor section, meaning the coffee area there is no

longer. However, these fine folks are fortunate to have several other locations to enjoy and meet at. Regardless of the meeting location, “rowers” continue to review the weather, the Riders, the Jays as well as local sports teams and local success stories. And, it

never matters which side of the topic table their opinion lies, there is always plenty of laughter and recreational ribbing amongst participants. So you see we keep busy in Unity with activities and wisdom from our friends on coffee row. Until next time …

Native American Church holds annual conference By Floyd Favel The Native American Church of Canada (NACC) held their annual conference July 28-30 on the Red Pheasant First Nation, 50 km south of Battleford. The conference was hosted by the Benson and Daniels family members and conference attendees came from as far away as Columbia, Montana and Arizona, and from Montreal, Quebec. The event was held at the Glen Kiskotagan Hall in Red Pheasant, where

dinners were held as well as the election of new officers to the church. The elected church officers were previous leaders Kelly Daniels and Lux Benson Sr., as president and vice-president and Reanna Daniels once again chosen by acclamation as secretary. Lily Rose Favel from Poundmaker was newly welcomed to the leadership in her role as treasurer. The prayer meetings were held for three nights inside tipis at the Daniels and Benson ceremonial grounds. “This is the largest

church conference we ever hosted. The purpose was to bring people together in the spirit of co-operation and working together,” stated President Kelly Daniels, who is also a well-known recording artists, having won numerous times at the Aboriginal Peoples Choice Music Awards, including nominations in the Native Church Category at the Native American Music Awards. The NACC was organized in 1954 as a nonprofit church organization, incorporated provincially.

Elder Lazare Whiskeyjack, Treasurer Lily Rose Favel, Secretary Reanna Daniels, VicePresident Lux Benson Sr., President Kelly Daniels. Photo submitted

It is a member of the Native American Church of

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Serafina Energy is now hiring for the following positions: Edam/Meota Facility: • Control Room Operator (3 positions available)

Serafina Energy Ltd. is a Canadian, private, start-up, heavy oil company with properties strategically comprised of high-quality, proven, low risk assets. Serafina is currently in the process of designing and building its second 6,000 bbl/d SAGD facility near Meota, SK. Please visit our website at www.serafinaenergy.com for more information about these job opportunities and to learn more

Resumes can be sent to careers@serafinaenergy.com

about our company.

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in Canada and the United States.

Wilkie RCMP seek public assistance Submitted The Wilkie RCMP are seeking assistance from the public in solving numerous property thefts and a vehicle theft that occurred on the morning of July 27. At least four vehicles were entered and owners reported thefts of change and other valuables. One vehicle was stolen, and later recovered in the town of Wilkie. The Wilkie RCMP would like to remind residents to ensure all vehicles are locked, with the keys and other items of value removed to deter these kinds of thefts. Persons with information about crimes being committed in the Unity/

Wilkie/Macklin areas are urged to call the Unity RCMP detachment at 306-228-6300; the Wilkie RCMP at 306-843-3480; or the Macklin RCMP at 306753-2171. If you wish to remain anonymous, you may also call Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800222-8477, or *8477 on the SaskTel Mobility Network. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2,000 for information which leads to the arrest of person(s) responsible for any serious crime. Crime Stoppers is anonymous and does not subscribe to call display, nor are your calls traced or recorded. You can also submit a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com

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Start searching for long lost treasure today Ed, my old neighbour in Saskatchewan, has been searching for a part for his vintage grain truck, and he says that it is like trying to find a hidden treasure. Every year as harvest begins to appear down the road, Ed seeks to get Old Mack ready for one more season of grain hauling. So far, my old neighbour has been able to coax his old grain truck through another season of harvest. This year he may have to retire Old Mack if he cannot treasure hunt a new part for his truck. I told Ed that I should be good at being a treasure hunter because I have had a lot of practice in hunting a couple of

artifacts of my own, my glasses and keys to be precise. My old neighbour told me he had borrowed a book from his son-in-law in Edmonton. The book is by Charles A. Miller, and called The Golden Mountains. The book is about hunting for treasure, mostly lost gold in British Columbia. Ed has been bitten with gold fever, but he wants me to do the searching for the lost gold, as he will give me directions from his book. He wants me to head to a village named Clinton, half way between Prince George and Vancouver. Clinton is two hours and forty-six minutes away

eighbourly Advice According to Ed

By Raymond Maher www.accordingtoed.com

revraymaher@accesscomm.ca from Chilliwack if I drive non-stop. Then I am to search along Scott or Scottie Creek for hidden gold bars worth $15,000. In 1889, an outlaw, Jack Rowland, robbed a stagecoach. He was captured after a time and sent to prison. It is rumoured that the gold bars he stole were

never found and that they were supposedly hidden along the creek in the area of his cabin near Clinton. Now Ed thinks that I should use my time and my gas to go to Clinton and find those gold bars that no one else has found in 118 years. My excuse to Ed was that, right now, the Ashcroft and Clinton areas

are threatened by forest fires. I told Ed to keep treasure hunting his tested and preferred way by buying his lottery tickets right at home in Melville. Many folks have treasured gold so much that they were willing to leave where they were, and what they had, to go and search for gold sometimes thousands of miles away. It seems many folks want to become rich and finding gold could make them so. People buy lottery tickets because they want to become rich or richer. People treasure many things like wealth, possessions, families, friends, health, jobs, hobbies, cell phones, etc.

They also cherish things that they believe are treasures but are trash in the long run. It is easy for folks to treasure doing drugs, getting drunk, violence, crime, pornography, etc. and eventually finding their lives trashed because of them. We cannot always see the difference between what is a treasure and what is trash. The Bible is clear that whatever we treasure that is where our heart will be. As Christians, faith in Jesus Christ is to be our greatest treasure. Jesus is the most valuable treasure that we are to hold as far above all other of our treasures.

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